File Setup

Please include all supporting documents, artwork imported into your file, and copies of all typefaces, including those used in the EPS files.

Make sure all images are saved as CMYK without DCS color separations.  Scan your images at 300 dpi at 25% of the final output size.  Resolutions higher than 300 dpi at 25% size can create excess RIP time for which charges may apply.

Save images created in Photoshop as a CMYK .EPS, CMYK .PSD, or CMYK. TIFF, not RGB. Avoid using PICTS & JPEG files.

Save artwork created in Illustrator or Freehand as an EPS file.  Create all fonts to outline, and, or include those fonts with your document support files.  QuarkXpress files should have each page saved as an .EPS so we have greater control of the print specifications.  If they are not saved as an EPS file, you may be charged for the time it takes for the conversion.

Provide a color copy of your layout including; trim, fold or perf marks clearly indicated.  If we do not have anything to check against, before processing your job, we have no way of knowing if it's correct!

Realize that only 15% of PMS colors can be accurately rendered using CMYK colors.  If you have questions about matching PMS colors, call and we'll give you the required information.

Large Format printing
 
Save Photoshop files as .EPS files without DCS separations, as CMYK .PSD or CMYK .TIF files without compression.

Resolution of Photoshop files (at printed size) should be set at 72 dpi, or 300 dpi @ 25% final size (our RIP will do the rest).

Photoshop files should be CMYK for Edge/Inkjet and banners.

High quality drum scans will produce better results than flatbed scanners.

Do not enlarge Illustrator or Freehand files, rather reduce them to 25% final output size.

File Support

.EPS, .AI, .TIF, .PSD Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, QuarkXpress, Corel, Freehand, Microsoft Office & Vector based files.

Media Support
Floppy, ZIP, JAZZ, CD, CD-RW, DVD, DVD-RAM

Operating System Support
Macintosh, Windows

Resolution Required
300 DPI @ 25% of output size.

Collection of files 
What needs to be included with my files?
Please include all supporting documents, including all of the artwork imported into your file.  Include a copy of all typefaces used, including those used in the EPS files. 

Fonts
Please include all fonts used in documents.

File FAQ's

Should I make my images RGB or CMYK?
Make sure all images are saved as CMYK without DCS color separations. Scan your images for the Arizona digital presses at no more than 300 dpi at 25%.  Resolutions higher than that create excess RIP time that you may be charged for. Save images created in Photoshop as a CMYK .EPS, CMYK .PSD, or CMYK TIFF, not RGB.  Avoid using PICTS or JPEGs.

Do you require a hard copy of the artwork?
Yes, including trim, fold or perf marks clearly indicated.  If we do not have anything to check against before sending out your job, we have no way of knowing if it's correct!  Asking for a proof is your only protection.

What file format do I need to save my files?
Save artwork created in Illustrator or Freehand as an EPS file.  Create all fonts to outline, and, or include those fonts with your document support files.  QuarkXpress files should have each page saved as an .EPS so we have greater control of the print specifications.  If they are not saved as an EPS file, you may be charged for the time it takes for the conversion.

File Compression
WinZip & Stuffit Archives