Print On Demand Color Book Addendum Version 2.0

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1 Print On Demand Color Book Addendum Version 2.0 MAN_US Color Book Addendum Page 1 of 9

2 1 OVERVIEW This addendum to the Lightning Source (LSI) US Print On Demand Operating Manual describes color book on-demand print and distribution services available from LSI. The service includes four-color internal page and cover printing with standard Wholesale Direct and/or Publisher Direct (Short Run and DropShip) distribution offerings for LSI operations. The product specifications, file submission requirements, and business terms are described in this document. 2 COLOR BOOK SPECIFICATIONS 1. Files containing 1-47 pages of content will have additional pages added by LSI to achieve page counts divisible by four and will be saddle-stitched. NOTE: LSI manufactures saddle stitch books with a total page count from 4-48 pages. 2. Files containing pages of content will have additional pages added by LSI to achieve page counts divisible by four and will be perfect bound. NOTE: LSI manufactures perfect bound books with a total page count from pages. 3. Files containing pages of content can be manufactured as either perfect bound or saddlestitched (customer to provide spec) and will have additional pages added by LSI to achieve page counts divisible by four NOTE: LSI manufactures both types of books that have a total page count from pages. The final page of each book must be completely blank and is reserved for a check barcode and other coded production information by LSI. 1. Trim sizes available include 5.5 x 8.5, 7 x 10, 8 x 10, 8.5 x 8.5 and 8.5 x Bind type is determined by the page count. 3. For books with 80 pages or greater, you may elect to have text on the spine. For books with less than 80 pages, spine text is not an option. 4. Books are printed on 70# uncoated offset opaque stock, 385 PPI. Paper meets ANSI and library standards for archival quality. 5. Covers are printed on 80# cover stock, 238 PPI and laminated. Note: To ensure glue adheres to the text pages for perfectbound books and they are bound securely, it is necessary to end the page image.125 short on the bind edge of the stock leaving this area free from toner coverage. Therefore, there will be a minimal gap on any image in the gutter on crossovers within the text block. 3 DIGITAL FILE SUBMISSION STANDARDS Publishers are expected to provide LSI with print ready files sent in accordance with Lightning Source Digital File Submission Standards (see Attachment B). Digital File Submission Standards can also be found on the LSI web site at (click on Book Designers). 4 DIGITAL COLOR CONSIDERATIONS LSI color books are printed using digital color print engine technology and will render different color shades than typical offset inks. 1. The primary colors used in digital printing technology are Cyan, Magenta, Yellow & Black (CMYK). CMYK color printing differs from offset printing processes that use prepared inks or monitors that display Red, Green & Blue (RGB). Consequently, a color defined and displayed in the RGB color space (i.e. your computer monitor) may look slightly different than one defined and displayed in the CMYK color space. 2. It is important to remember that although you may have selected a Pantone Matching System (PMS) color in your applications file, the actual color may look different on your computer screen than on the printed piece you receive. 3. The best way to check and review color from digital printing processes is to view a printed proof. 4. Due to our demand-driven manufacturing process, LSI cannot manipulate any color settings on files that have been submitted. 5 PROOFS LSI requires that all publishers review a proof on each initial title submission to ensure print expectations are met. Proofs are recommended but not required on revisions or resubmissions to titles. 1. Proof costs are set at a fixed cost for the cover along with a cost for the interior. MAN_US Color Book Addendum Page 2 of 9

3 2. When the publisher approves a proof, the publisher accepts responsibility for any and all content quality issues. The title will not be made available for printing until LSI and the publisher approve the proof. 6 ORDERING AND SHIPPING INFORMATION Titles may be ordered using the standard LSI order interfaces (Web or EDI). Color book titles can be made available through our Wholesale and Retail distribution network. Orders will not be accepted for LS UK distribution at this time. Standard shipping options are available and there is no minimum order on initial or subsequent printings. 9 REVISIONS A revision is defined as an editing change initiated by the publisher. Revisions will be processed at the rate specified on Attachment A - Color Book Rate Schedule. Any title that has not yet been approved by the publisher or currently available to print from LSI s digital library qualifies for a revision. 10 SET UP, PRINT, AND DISTRIBUTION CHARGES (See Attachment A Color Book US Rate Schedule and Turnaround Times). 11 PRINTED BOOK QUALITY STANDARDS Quality checks are performed on each book as it is printed. Books are checked to ensure the following: 1. All pages are included in the book in accordance with supplied materials. 2. Cover is applied with correct vertical, horizontal, and angular alignment within 1/16 of an inch variance. 3. Binding is applied firmly and squared to the book block. No excess adhesive is visible after trimming. 4. Book is cut square within 1/16 of an inch variance. 5. Cover and Book Block match. 6. Print registration is subject to +/- 1/16-inch variance. 7. Saddle stitch is subject to +/- 1/16-inch variance on the spine. MAN_US Color Book Addendum Page 3 of 9

4 Effective Date: 9/15/2008 Pricing applies to printing in LSI US facilities All pricing is in US Dollars ATTACHMENT A COLOR BOOK US Rate Schedule and Turnaround Times Products - trim sizes Trim size (Inches) Paper Page count Min Max. Small 5.5x8.5 White 70lb Medium 8.5x8.5 White 70lb Large 7 x 10, 8 x 10, 8.5 x 11 White 70lb Title setup* Cover Text Digital file $37.50 Digital file $37.50 Turnaround times (TAT) From receipt of book material until book is available for order fulfillment. 10 business days * For each distinct ISBN All book types manufactured require a unique and separate ISBN (format, size, finish, paper, large print). POD prices by service and product specification Print to Order / Wholesale Orders Small Medium Large Print on demand model that allows you to have your titles access the largest wholesale distribution channels in the world. You are compensated for every copy sold. Example (medium trim): $ pages x $0.09 $9.00 Total price per unit $10.00 $2.00 per unit + $ $0.05 $2.50 per unit + $ $0.09 $2.50 per unit $1.50 per unit + $0.10 $1.50 per unit + $0.10 Cat Fee* (wholesale distribution fee) Access to our worldwide distribution channels (the largest portfolio of wholesalers, distributors and booksellers worldwide). Annual fee of $12.00 per ISBN per year Turnaround times (TAT) From receipt and acceptance of the order (from wholesaler/distributor/retailer/bookseller), to the shipment of the order (to the wholesaler/distributor/retailer/bookseller) 2 Business Days *For each distinct ISBN All book types manufactured require a unique and separate ISBN (format, size, finish, paper, large print) MAN_US Color Book Addendum Page 4 of 9

5 Print to Publisher / Publisher Direct Small Medium Large A print on demand model that allows us to integrate seamlessly into your distribution model as your invisible fulfillment partner. You pay for shipping and printing. Example (medium trim): $ pages x $0.09 $9.00 Total price per unit $10.00 $2.00 per unit + $ $0.05 $2.50 per unit + $ $0.09 $2.50 per unit $1.50 per unit + $0.10 $1.50 per unit + $0.10 Print volume discounts per title (short runs) For larger quantity book orders, Lightning Source provides volume print discounts. These discounts apply to the number of units ordered for a single book (order line or ISBN), not an entire order (of several titles). These discounts apply to standard list price and cannot be combined with other discount programs (unless it is specifically stated in a promotion). These volume discounts are automatic. Titles printed Discount Units 5% Units 10% Units 20% 500+ Units 25% Shipping and handling Handling - $1.50 per order (Per ship to address and per ship method) Shipping Based on published rates of shipping partners. Turnaround times (TAT) Lightning Source offers two different ways for orders to be placed. If you are a small to medium publishers you can place your orders through our website. If you are a large publisher with EDI capability, and placing more than 50 orders per day - we would recommend full integration of our operations. Speak to a sales representative if you are not sure. Please note there are cost implications for an EDI set-up. Website order method (Short run) From receipt and acceptance of order from the publisher to Lightning Source shipment of the order. 3 to 5 Business Days EDI order method (Drop ship) From receipt and acceptance of the order from the publisher, to Lightning Source shipment of the order. 2 Business Days Traditional print services Offset print Lightning Source offer offset printing services for large print orders (750+ orders hardback and orders ). Estimates and quotes are specifically linked to the size and type of order you require. Please contact a sales representative. Other charges Revisions and resubmissions Proof copies (includes express shipping) $40.00 per half hour. For cover and/or text revisions $ $.09 (required for each initial title setup) FTP (File Transfer Protocol) allows transfer of files between your local computer and a server on the Internet. Publisher needs to have an FTP solution that is compatible with Lightning Source. Ask your sales representative for an assessment. PLEASE NOTE: Turnaround times (TAT) may be affected by seasonal demand. Price discounts and promotions are also available seasonally. Please ask your sales representative for further details. MAN_US Color Book Addendum Page 5 of 9

6 ATTACHMENT B DIGITAL FILE SUBMISSION STANDARDS DIGITAL TITLE SETUP Publishers may provide digital files of books to LSI to be added to the LSI document library. Publishers must provide LSI with print ready files sent in accordance with the digital file submission instructions provided below. LSI Digital File Submission Standards will ensure the book files being submitted meet LSI file submission standards. Files are processed as received and are not pre-flighted prior to processing. The publisher must resize digital files before submission to LSI to fit available trim sizes produced by LSI. LSI may require that a publisher review a proof for digital files with complex formatting or revisions. Publisher requested special file editing or manipulation and image touch-up/manipulations will be charged to the publisher at the hourly custom services rate as described in Attachment A Color Book US Rate Schedule. LSI prefers digital files that have been uploaded via our website or sent to LSI on a CD, DVD or Zip disk. LSI recommends and supports submission of PDF files that are created using the Adobe Acrobat Distiller program. Other PDF creators are not guaranteed and any additional charges or resubmissions resulting from the use of other PDF creator programs will be the responsibility of the publisher. Files are accepted by LSI in multiple formats for black & white books and one format for color books. As file submission formats differ between black & white and color books, please take note of the differences. Black & White and Color book submission formats are below: 1 BLACK AND WHITE BOOK SPECIFICATIONS (Black & White Interior, Color Cover) BOOKBLOCK SUBMISSION - FILE FORMATS ACCEPTED 1. Adobe PDF (.pdf) 2. Adobe Postscript (.ps) 3. Native files from InDesign, Quark and Pagemaker a. Postscript text files may be created with a generic Adobe Postscript driver using 600dpi resolution and an 85-lpi-line screen. b. Postscript files must be compressed. Publisher must indicate compression tool used when transmitting files to LSI. c. Postscript files should be created using standard desktop publishing software to produce an Adobe PostScript Level 2 or Level 3 output file ( print to file ). 1. LSI must be provided with all elements when submitting InDesign, Quark and Pagemaker files (i.e live art, images and fonts). 2. Continuous tone photographs and artwork should be 8-bit grayscale; Line art should be 1-bit black and white. All Images or artwork should be submitted at a 600dpi resolution. 3. All fonts must include screen and printer versions of even the most common fonts. BOOKBLOCK SUBMISSION - BOOKBLOCK FILE SPECIFICATIONS 1. Word document files are not accepted. PDF versions of word documents are accepted. 2. For best results, it is recommended that you provide a minimum 12.7 mm (.50 inches) margin on all four sides of your textblock. 3. Interior text should be submitted as grayscale only. No CMYK or RGB files should be submitted. 4. We do not guarantee bleed off any edge of the text page. 5. All fonts should be embedded. 6. We recommend that files be submitted as a single.pdf. If you are unable to do so, refer to File Naming Conventions (Item 3, in this Attachment C). 7. All files must be named correctly (see File Naming Conventions). 8. Files should not exceed 250 megabytes. 9. PDF files should be centered (left-to-right and top-to-bottom), and contain no crop marks. LSI will not scale a text file. 10. PDF font embedding should be specified to the distiller to assure that all fonts are included in the document. 11. PDF font subset should be set at 100%. 12. PDF Output resolution should be set to 600dpi. MAN_US Color Book Addendum Page 6 of 9

7 COVER SUBMISSION - FILE FORMATS ACCEPTED (listed in order of preference) 1. One or three piece TIFF files (.tif) 2. Adobe PDF (.pdf) 3. Quark, InDesign, Pagemaker a. All images or artwork must be submitted in CMYK format at a 3000dpi resolution b. All fonts should include screen and printer fonts, even the most common fonts. COVER SUBMISSION - COVER FILE SPECIFICATIONS Covers should be produced on a document page, wide enough to cover the front, spine and back of the book, along with 1/8 bleed on all sides. The width of the spine will vary depending on the number of pages. LSI provides cover creation tools on the LSI website at: under the Resources/Book Designers Resources tab. Cover files must be created in the specific applications detailed on this Book Designers section of the website. If you elect to build your own cover without using the Cover Template Creation tool, do not include extraneous information such as crop marks, web-press comments, etc. 1. Scan all images at 300dpi 2. Save all images as CMYK TIFF 3. Convert all colors to CMYK 4. Convert all EPS files to CMYK 5. For best results it is recommended that any text is at least 3.0mm (1/8 inch) from the final trim size, and provide at least 4.0mm (1/16 inch) tolerance in the text on the spine. 6. Barcode should be built with 0% Cyan, Magenta and Yellow; and only in 100% black on a white background. 7. The recommended barcode box size is 1.75 wide by 1 high. a. Black elements (excluding the barcode) should NOT be built in Registration black. These elements should be built out of Rich black. For best results, we recommend the CMYK values of 60% Cyan, 40% Magenta, 40% Yellow, and 100% Black. CMYK total value should NOT exceed 240%. LSI will perform the following manipulations to digital cover files as part of the basic premedia setup. The publisher will not be notified if these manipulations are made. 1. Add or replace barcode if barcode provided is unscannable or incorrect or add a generic barcode if the book does not have one assigned to it. 2. Combining a print-ready back/spine/front into a one-piece file. The following manipulations will not be made. The publisher will be notified by the CSR and will be required to resubmit the file with the noted correction(s) made. These include, but are not limited to: 1. Repositioning of elements or type to clear safety/bleed 2. Re-sampling of a low-res file 3. Substitution of fonts or graphics 4. Combining multiple elements or pieces to build a cover (i.e. images, type, backgrounds, etc.) 2 COLOR BOOK SPECIFICATIONS (Color Interior, Color Cover) NOTE: For Lightning Source color book manufacturing, we will only accept PDF (.pdf) using the default setting of PDF/x-1a:2001 BOOKBLOCK SUBMISSION - FILE SUBMISSION FORMAT 1. PDF (.pdf) using the default setting of PDF/X-1a:2001 BOOKBLOCK SUBMISSION - BOOKBLOCK FILE SPECIFICATIONS 1. Text file documents must be built to LSI template specifications found on the LSI website under the Resources/Book Designers Resources tab. 2. Text file documents must include bleed on all sides of the interior except for the gutter. 3. For best results it is recommended that you provide a minimum 0.50 margin on all four-sides of your text block. 4. All color management settings should be set to off. This includes the use of ICC Profiles or any other management settings. 5. Interior content (text, images, graphics) should be submitted as CMYK only. 6. All fonts should be embedded. 7. Single.pdf files must be named properly (isbntxt_001.pdf). 8. PDF files should be centred (left-to-right and top-to-bottom), and contain no crop marks. LSI will not scale a text file. MAN_US Color Book Addendum Page 7 of 9

8 9. PDF font embedding should be specified to the Distiller to assure that all fonts are included in the document. 10. PDF font subset should be set at 100% 11. PDF Output resolution should be set to 300dpi 12. Files in excess of 250 megabytes require submission via CD, DVD or external storage device. COVER SUBMISSION - FILE SUBMISSION FORMAT 1. PDF (.pdf) using the default setting of PDF/X-1a:2001 COVER SUBMISSION - COVER FILE SPECIFICATIONS Cover files must be created using the LSI Color Book Cover Templates in the specific application detailed on the LSI Book Designers section of the website. 1. Scan all images at 300dpi 2. Save all images as CMYK 3. Convert all colors to CMYK 4. Convert all EPS files to CMYK 5. Cover should include a barcode. Barcodes should be built in 100% black on a white background. 6. Black should be built out of rich black, which we define as 60% Cyan, 40% Magenta, 40% Yellow and 100% Black. 7. Black should NOT be built from Registration black, which is 100% each of cyan, magenta, yellow & black. 8. All color management settings should be set to off. This includes the use of ICC Profiles or any other management settings. 9. All fonts should be embedded. 10. Include 0.25 bleed on the cover. 11. For best results, it is recommended that you keep any live matter at least 1/8 from the final trim size, and provide at least 1/16 tolerance in the text on the spine. 12. Multi-file submissions for covers are allowed for black & white books only. A single file submission is required for Color Book Covers. 3 FILE NAMING CONVENTIONS BLACK & WHITE COLOR BOOKS COVER 1. Single file submission: [ISBN]_cov.pdf 2. Multi file submission: [ISBN] front.pdf, [ISBN] spine.pdf, [ISBN] back.pdf TEXT 1. Single file submission: [ISBN]_txt.pdf 2. Multi file submission: [ISBN]_001.pdf, (ex: [ISBN]_001.pdf, [ISBN]_002.pdf, etc.) 4 FONTS BLACK & WHITE AND COLOR BOOKS When submitting a.pdf please embed all fonts (and all font family members used). When submitting native files for standard black and white and color bookblocks and covers, submit all screen and printer fonts, even the most common fonts; as your version s special characters, expansion sets, etc. may be slightly different from LSI s. LSI does not maintain font libraries for specific publishers. 5 MEDIA BLACK & WHITE AND COLOR BOOKS Digital files may be delivered to LSI via CD, DVD or Zip Disk. Material must be delivered to LSI with the form that is generated off the LSI website that designates the title the material is being submitted against. 6 SUBMITTING TITLES WITH BOTH DIGITAL FILES AND SCAN CONTENT BLACK & WHITE BOOKS Publisher circumstances may require a digital file (text or cover) to be submitted with scan content (text or cover). The publisher should submit the digital file in the same manner on the web and send the physical content to LSI for processing. Upon receipt of the scan content, LSI will check for digital files submitted on the web and combine it with the scan content received. Requirements for digital and scan content discussed in their respective sections still apply. Titles submitted with any hardcover material will be processed accordingly to defined service levels for hard cover titles. MAN_US Color Book Addendum Page 8 of 9

9 7 SUBMITTING REVISIONS BLACK & WHITE AND COLOR BOOKS If you are uploading a digital file for a revision, this upload should be sent to LSI via the LSI website, or to LSI via CD, DVD or Zip Disk. LSI does not accept revision files via . Log in to our site and enter your assigned username and password. Under the My Library tab select Title Information and Links. Select the title for which a revision will be uploaded. Select the Upload Revision icon. Revision cover and text files should be uploaded separately on the website. A revision to a digital file is defined as the replacement of the entire file for the cover, book block, or both, where the new file is replacing an existing file in the library. No partial revision will be accepted; for example: only one page has been corrected and only that revised page is uploaded the entire interior must be resubmitted. A cost for revisions to the cover or the book block will be incurred. (see Attachment A Fee Schedule) Note: Revisions must be submitted prior to placing any orders. 8 CERTIFIED DIGITAL TITLE SUBMISSION BLACK & WHITE AND COLOR BOOKS In addition to standard digital file submissions, LSI offers Certified Digital File Submissions for high volume publishers with digital files that can be processed in a highly automated fashion. This option provides lower pricing and faster turnaround times. Certain restrictions apply to qualify for this program. To be considered for digital certification the publisher should contact their LSI Sales or Client Services Representative. MAN_US Color Book Addendum Page 9 of 9