JP2018158515A - Printer and controller - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a printer and a controller that are capable of executing proper processing considering that a storage site of calibration data is not fixed.SOLUTION: When a printer 3 for printing on print media has received from an information processor a storage request of calibration data for calibrating properties specific to each printer, the printer 3 determines a storage site of calibration data and executes processing in accordance with the storage site.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

  The present invention relates to a printing apparatus and a control apparatus.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, a server that receives and stores calibration data and transmits it to a printing apparatus (printer) as necessary, and a system including the server and the printing apparatus are known (for example, patents). Reference 1).

JP 2006-116799 A

In the system according to Patent Document 1, the storage location of calibration data is fixed, and an apparatus that uses the calibration data can acquire the calibration data by accessing the storage location of the calibration data. It was. On the other hand, Patent Document 1 does not describe the processing of each device in the system when the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed. In such a case, each device may perform appropriate processing. It was sought after.
The present invention has been made in view of the above-described circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide a printing apparatus and a control apparatus that can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of calibration data is not fixed. To do.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a printing apparatus that prints on a print medium, and performs calibration when receiving a calibration data storage request for calibrating characteristics unique to each printing apparatus from an information processing apparatus. The storage location of data is determined, and processing corresponding to the storage location is executed.
According to this configuration, the printing apparatus can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

Further, according to the present invention, when a calibration data storage request is received from the information processing apparatus, it is determined whether or not the calibration data can be stored in the self-printing apparatus. If the calibration data can be stored, the transmission of the calibration data is requested. .
According to this configuration, the printing apparatus can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

Further, the present invention determines whether or not calibration data can be stored in the self-printing apparatus when receiving a calibration data storage request from the information processing apparatus. Respond to the network location.
According to this configuration, the printing apparatus can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

Further, according to the present invention, when a calibration data storage request is received from the information processing apparatus, it is determined whether or not calibration data can be stored based on the state of free space in the storage area of the self-printing apparatus.
According to this configuration, the printing apparatus can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

In the present invention, the calibration data is generated in the information processing apparatus.
According to this configuration, when receiving a calibration data storage request from an apparatus that generates calibration data, the printing apparatus can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed. .

In the present invention, the information processing apparatus can store calibration data.
According to this configuration, when receiving a calibration data storage request from an apparatus capable of storing calibration data, the printing apparatus executes appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed. it can.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention is a control device capable of storing calibration data for calibrating characteristics unique to each printing device, and receives a calibration data storage request from an information processing device. Then, the storage location of the calibration data is determined, and processing corresponding to the storage location is executed.
According to this configuration, the control device can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

Further, according to the present invention, when a calibration data storage request is received from the information processing apparatus, it is determined whether or not calibration data can be stored in the self-control apparatus, and if so, the transmission of calibration data is requested. .
According to this configuration, the control device can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

In addition, when receiving a calibration data storage request from the information processing apparatus, the present invention determines whether or not calibration data can be stored in the own control apparatus. Responds to the network location of the corresponding printing device.
According to this configuration, the control device can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

Further, according to the present invention, when a calibration data storage request is received from the information processing apparatus, the location of the storage device that can store the calibration data on the network is returned.
According to this configuration, the control device can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

In addition, when receiving a calibration data storage request from the information processing apparatus, the present invention determines whether or not calibration data can be stored in the own control apparatus. Inquires the corresponding printing device whether the calibration data can be stored, and if there is a response from the printing device indicating that the calibration data can be stored, returns the network location of the printing device to the information processing device If there is a response from the printing device that the data cannot be stored, the location on the network of the storage device that is connected to the network and can store the calibration data is returned to the information processing device.
According to this configuration, the control device can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

In the present invention, the calibration data is generated in the information processing apparatus.
According to this configuration, when receiving a calibration data storage request from a device that generates calibration data, the control device can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed. .

In the present invention, the information processing apparatus is a printing apparatus.
According to this configuration, when receiving a calibration data storage request from the printing apparatus, the control apparatus can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a printing apparatus that prints on a print medium, and receives a request for transmission of calibration data for calibrating characteristics unique to each printing apparatus from an information processing apparatus. Then, processing corresponding to the storage location of the calibration data is executed.
According to this configuration, the printing apparatus can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

Further, the present invention determines whether calibration data is stored in the self-printing apparatus when receiving a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing apparatus. A response is made to correct based on the stored calibration data.
According to this configuration, the printing apparatus can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

Further, the present invention determines whether calibration data is stored in the self-printing apparatus when receiving a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing apparatus. Calibration data is transmitted to the storage device to be stored directly or indirectly through the self-printing device.
According to this configuration, the printing apparatus can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

Further, the present invention determines whether calibration data is stored in the self-printing apparatus when receiving a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing apparatus. Returns the network location of the storage device to be stored.
According to this configuration, the printing apparatus can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

In the present invention, the information processing apparatus generates and transmits print data.
According to this configuration, when receiving a request for transmitting calibration data from a device that generates and transmits print data, the printing device performs appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed. Can be executed.

In the present invention, the information processing apparatus can store calibration data.
According to this configuration, when receiving a request for transmitting calibration data from a device capable of storing calibration data, the printing apparatus executes appropriate processing based on the fact that the calibration data storage location is not fixed. it can.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention is a control device capable of storing calibration data for calibrating characteristics unique to each printing apparatus, and has received a request for transmitting calibration data from an information processing apparatus. In this case, processing corresponding to the storage location of the calibration data is executed.
According to this configuration, the control device can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

Further, the present invention determines whether or not calibration data is stored in the own control device when receiving a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing device. Transmit the stored calibration data.
According to this configuration, the control device can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

Further, the present invention determines whether or not calibration data is stored in the own control device when receiving a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing device. Calibration data is transmitted to the storage device to be stored directly or indirectly through the self-control device.
According to this configuration, the control device can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

Further, the present invention determines whether or not calibration data is stored in the own control device when receiving a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing device. Returns the network location of the storage device to be stored.
According to this configuration, the control device can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

According to the present invention, the information processing apparatus generates print data and transmits the print data to the printing apparatus.
According to this configuration, when receiving a request for transmitting calibration data from a device that generates print data and transmits the print data to the printing device, the control device is appropriate based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed. Process can be executed.

In the present invention, the information processing apparatus is a printing apparatus.
According to this configuration, when receiving a request for transmitting calibration data from the printing apparatus, the control apparatus can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

1 is a diagram illustrating a configuration of a printing system. FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating a functional configuration of an apparatus included in the printing system. FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating a functional configuration of an apparatus included in the printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of an apparatus included in the printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of an apparatus included in the printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of an apparatus included in the printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. The figure which shows a printing system. The figure which shows a printing system.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating a configuration of a printing system 1 according to the present embodiment.
The printing system 1 is a system provided in a facility where printing by the printing apparatus 3 is performed. The facility where the printing system 1 is provided is, for example, a factory of a company that performs printing by the printing device 3 in response to a request from a customer to generate a printed material and provides a service for providing the generated printed material.
In the following description, those who use the printing apparatus 3 are collectively referred to as “users”.

The printing system 1 includes a local area network LN. The local area network LN is a computer network constructed in a facility where the printing system 1 is provided.
A plurality of printing apparatuses 3 are connected to the local area network LN. The printing apparatus 3 is an apparatus that has a function of printing on an installed print medium with a print medium (print medium) attached. In particular, the printing apparatus 3 according to the present embodiment is a so-called LFP (Large Format Printer), and a large print medium can be mounted as a print medium. As an example, the printing apparatus 3 can be loaded with “A0” size paper in the case of a cut sheet as a printing medium, and with a paper width exceeding “900 mm” in the case of roll paper. Is possible. The print medium is not limited to a paper medium, and refers to a medium that can be mounted on the printing apparatus 3 such as a film or a fiber and on which the printing apparatus 3 can perform printing. The installation of the print medium in the printing apparatus 3 means that the printing apparatus 3 is ready to print with the print medium as a printing target. The specification of the printing apparatus 3 and the type of the printing medium (cut sheet paper, , Roll paper, etc.).
The configuration, function, and processing of the printing apparatus 3 will be described in detail later.

  An image processing device 4, a calibration device 5, an overall control device 6, and a control device 7 are connected to the local area network LN. In FIG. 1, one calibration device 5 is connected to the local area network LN, one image processing device 4 is connected, one overall control device 6 is connected, and a plurality of control devices 7 are connected. Although connected, the number of devices connected to the local area network LN is not limited to the number illustrated in FIG. The configuration, function, and processing of the image processing device 4, the calibration device 5, the overall control device 6, and the control device 7 will be described in detail later.

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating functional configurations of the printing apparatus 3, the image processing apparatus 4, and the calibration apparatus 5 included in the printing system 1.

The printing apparatus 3 is an ink jet printer that prints an image by ejecting ink onto an attached print medium by an ink jet head to form dots.
As illustrated in FIG. 2, the printing apparatus 3 includes a printing apparatus control unit 20, a printing apparatus communication unit 21, a printing apparatus storage unit 22, and a printing unit 23.
The printing device control unit 20 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an ASIC, a signal processing circuit, and the like, and controls each unit of the printing device 3. In the printing apparatus control unit 20, for example, the CPU reads the program stored in the ROM or the printing apparatus storage unit 22 described later to the RAM, executes the process, and executes the process using a function installed in the ASIC, for example. Further, the processing is executed by hardware and software, for example, the signal processing circuit performs signal processing to execute the processing.
The printing device communication unit 21 communicates with a device connected to the local area network LN according to a predetermined communication standard under the control of the printing device control unit 20.
The printing device storage unit 22 includes a nonvolatile memory and stores various data.
Firmware 22a is installed in the printing apparatus 3. The printing apparatus control unit 20 reads and executes the firmware 22a, and executes various processes to be described later by the function of the firmware 22a.
The printing unit 23 includes an inkjet head that forms dots by ejecting ink onto a print medium mounted on the printing apparatus 3, a platen that is provided at a position facing the inkjet head and supports the print medium, and an inkjet head and a platen. Suction fan for maintaining a proper distance from the print media positioned, carriage for scanning the inkjet head, transport mechanism for transporting the print media, tension mechanism for adjusting the tension acting on the print media transported by the transport mechanism, ink A heater or the like for drying the print media to which the ink adheres is provided. The printing device control unit 20 controls the printing unit 23 to print an image on a printing medium mounted on the printing device 3.

The image processing device 4 is a computer that functions as a host computer in relation to the printing device 3.
As shown in FIG. 2, the image processing device 4 includes an image processing device control unit 30, an image processing device communication unit 31, and an image processing device storage unit 32.
The image processing device control unit 30 includes a CPU, ROM, RAM, ASIC, signal processing circuit, and the like, and controls each unit of the image processing device 4. In the image processing apparatus control unit 30, for example, the CPU reads a program stored in the ROM, an image processing apparatus storage unit 32, which will be described later, and the like to the RAM and executes the process. In addition, the processing is executed by hardware and software, for example, the signal processing circuit performs signal processing to execute the processing.
The image processing device communication unit 31 communicates with a device connected to the local area network LN according to a predetermined communication standard under the control of the image processing device control unit 30.
The image processing device storage unit 32 includes a nonvolatile memory such as an EEPROM and stores various data.
An image processing program 32a is installed in the image processing apparatus 4. The image processing apparatus control unit 30 reads and executes the image processing program 32a, and executes various processes described later by the function of the image processing program 32a.

The image processing program 32 a includes RIP (Raster image Processor) software that generates raster data (print data) of an image to be printed by the printing apparatus 3. Raster data includes ink colors (for example, cyan (C), magenta (M), yellow (Y), and black (K)) that can be ejected by the printing apparatus 3 for each of dots arranged in a dot matrix. Is a data that holds each degree of the above as a gradation value of a predetermined gradation.
The image processing device control unit 30 converts the image data into raster data using the color profile by the function of the RIP software. For example, an ICC (International Color Consortium) profile is widely used as the color profile. The image data is composed of dots that hold the degree of the color component of each color of the RGB color system (for example, red (R), green (G), blue (B)) as a gradation value of a predetermined gradation. Bitmap data.
Further, the image processing apparatus control unit 30 performs color correction processing (so-called color calibration) using calibration data (described later) by a function of the RIP software in a predetermined case described later.

The calibration device 5 is a device that performs calibration (described later) and generates calibration data (described later).
As shown in FIG. 2, the calibration device 5 includes a calibration device control unit 40, a calibration device communication unit 41, a calibration device storage unit 42, and a calibration unit 43.
The calibration device control unit 40 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an ASIC, a signal processing circuit, and the like, and controls each unit of the calibration device 5. In the calibration device control unit 40, for example, the CPU reads the program stored in the ROM, the calibration device storage unit 42, which will be described later, and the like to the RAM and executes the processing, and for example, executes the processing by the function installed in the ASIC In addition, the processing is executed by hardware and software, for example, the signal processing circuit performs signal processing to execute the processing.
The calibration device communication unit 41 communicates with a device connected to the local area network LN according to a predetermined communication standard under the control of the calibration device control unit 40.
The calibration device storage unit 42 includes a nonvolatile memory and stores various data.
A calibration tool 42 a is installed in the calibration device 5. The calibration device control unit 40 reads and executes the calibration tool 42a, and generates calibration data based on an input from a calibration unit 43 (described later).
The calibration unit 43 includes at least a colorimeter and other elements necessary for color measurement. The calibration unit 43 outputs data indicating the result of color measurement by the colorimeter (hereinafter referred to as “color measurement result data”) to the calibration device control unit 40.

Calibration by the calibration device 5 is performed by the following method.
That is, in advance, a type of print medium to be calibrated (hereinafter referred to as “calibration target medium”) by a printing apparatus 3 to be calibrated (hereinafter referred to as “calibration target apparatus”). In contrast, a test image is printed. The printing of the test image by the calibration target apparatus is executed based on the test raster data prepared in advance.
At the time of calibration, first, identification information for identifying a calibration target device and identification information for identifying the type of print medium to be calibrated are input to the calibration device 5 by a predetermined method. Hereinafter, the identification information for identifying the printing apparatus 3 is referred to as “printing apparatus identification information”. The printing device identification information is a unique value for each printing device 3, and even if the printing device 3 is the same model, the value of the printing device identification information is different if the individual printing devices 3 are different. Information for identifying the type of print medium is referred to as “print medium identification information”. The print medium identification information is a unique value for each type of print medium, and the value is different if the type of print medium is different, while the value is the same if the type of print medium is the same.

Next, the calorimeter of the calibration unit 43 measures the color of the calibration target medium on which the test image is printed. The calibration unit 43 outputs color measurement result data indicating the result of color measurement to the calibration device control unit 40 based on the result of color measurement by the colorimeter.
The calibration device control unit 40 generates calibration data based on the test raster data, the profile representing the printer characteristics, and the color measurement result data input from the calibration unit 43. The calibration data is data (as an example) in which the correspondence between colors before and after the color correction process described above is recorded. That is, the calibration data is data used for calibration of the characteristics unique to each printing apparatus 3. The generation of calibration data is appropriately performed using an existing technique. Since the calibration data is a lookup table, the data size is large. As an example, the data size of the calibration data is about 1 megabyte, and it becomes several tens of megabytes when holding many types according to the type of media.
When printing is performed on one type of printing medium by one printing apparatus 3, color correction processing is performed using calibration data corresponding to the combination of the one printing apparatus 3 and the one type of printing medium. The following effects are achieved by performing the above. That is, with respect to the color of the image printed by the printing apparatus 3, the ideal image color required to be printed by the printing apparatus 3 matches the color of the image actually printed by the printing apparatus 3. Print quality is improved.

  In the present embodiment, the calibration device 5 includes a calibration unit 43 including a colorimeter. In this regard, the calibration device 5 may be configured not to include the calibration unit 43 and to acquire color measurement result data from an external device. That is, the calibration device 5 only needs to have a function of generating calibration data.

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating functional configurations of the overall control device 6 and the control device 7 included in the printing system 1.

The overall control device 6 is a computer that functions as a server having the printing device 3, the image processing device 4, the calibration device 5, and the control device 7 as clients in the local area network LN.
As shown in FIG. 3, the overall control device 6 includes an overall control device control unit 50, an overall control device communication unit 51, and an overall control device storage unit 52.
The overall control device control unit 50 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an ASIC, a signal processing circuit, and the like, and controls each unit of the overall control device 6. In the overall control device control unit 50, for example, the CPU reads the program stored in the ROM or the overall control device storage unit 52, which will be described later, into the RAM and executes the processing, and for example, executes the processing by the function installed in the ASIC. In addition, the processing is executed by hardware and software, for example, the signal processing circuit performs signal processing to execute the processing.
The overall control device communication unit 51 communicates with a device connected to the local area network LN according to a predetermined communication standard under the control of the overall control device control unit 50.
The overall control device storage unit 52 includes a nonvolatile memory and stores various data.
A general print management program 52 a is installed in the general control device 6. The overall control device control unit 50 reads and executes the overall print management program 52a, and executes various processes to be described later using the functions of the overall print management program 52a.

The control device 7 is a computer that functions as a server using the printing device 3, the image processing device 4, and the calibration device 5 as clients in the local area network LN.
As shown in FIG. 3, the control device 7 includes a control device control unit 60, a control device communication unit 61, and a control device storage unit 62.
The control device control unit 60 includes a CPU, ROM, RAM, ASIC, signal processing circuit, and the like, and controls each unit of the control device 7. In the control device control unit 60, for example, the CPU reads a program stored in the ROM, a control device storage unit 62, which will be described later, into the RAM, executes the processing, and executes the processing by a function installed in the ASIC, for example. Further, the processing is executed by hardware and software, for example, the signal processing circuit performs signal processing to execute the processing.
The control device communication unit 61 communicates with a device connected to the local area network LN according to a predetermined communication standard under the control of the control device control unit 60.
The control device storage unit 62 includes a nonvolatile memory and stores various data.
A print management program 62 a is installed in the control device 7. The control device control unit 60 reads and executes the print management program 62a, and executes various processes described later by the function of the print management program 62a.

Next, operations of the printing apparatus 3 and the control apparatus 7 when the printing apparatus 3 is newly connected to the local area network LN in the printing system 1 will be described.
When the printing device 3 is newly connected to the local area network LN, the user controls one control device that manages the newly connected printing device 3 among the control devices 7 connected to the local area network LN. 7 is determined. That is, in the printing system 1 according to the present embodiment, each of the printing apparatuses 3 connected to the local area network LN is managed by any one of the control apparatuses 7 connected to the local area network LN. It becomes.
The printing apparatus 3 newly connected to the local area network LN has identification information for identifying the control apparatus 7 that manages the printing apparatus 3 (hereinafter, the identification information of the control apparatus 7 is referred to as “control apparatus identification information”). The control device address information indicating the address of the control device 7 in the local area network LN is registered in association with each other. The registered control device identification information and control device address information are stored in the printing device storage unit 22. The registration of the control device identification information and the control device address information is performed by the following method, for example.
For example, the user inputs these information to the printing apparatus 3 by a predetermined means, and the printing apparatus control unit 20 stores the information input by the user in the printing apparatus storage unit 22.
For example, the printing apparatus 3 transmits the control apparatus address response request information to the apparatus connected to the local area network LN by broadcast. The control device address response request information includes control device identification information, and is information for requesting a control device address information response to the control device 7 of the control device identification information. The control device identification information is input by the user. When the control device 7 of the control device identification information included in the control device address response request information receives the control device address request information, it responds with the control device address information. When a device other than the control device 7 of the control device identification information included in the control device address request information receives the control device address request information, the information is discarded. The printing device control unit 20 stores the control device identification information and the control device address information in the printing device storage unit 22 based on the response to the control device address response request information.
Further, for example, the control device 7 transmits control device address registration request information to the printing device 3 to be managed by the own device at a predetermined timing. Information necessary for transmitting control device address registration request information to the printing device 3 such as an address in the local area network LN of the printing device 3 is registered in the control device 7 in advance. The control device address registration request information includes control device identification information and control device address information, and is information for requesting registration of these information. The printing apparatus control unit 20 receives the control apparatus address registration information, and registers the control apparatus identification information and the control apparatus address information based on the information.

  As a result, in each of the printing apparatuses 3 connected to the local area network LN, the control apparatus identification information of the control apparatus 7 that manages the printing apparatus 3 and the control apparatus address information are registered in association with each other.

Next, the operation of each device when the calibration device 5 generates calibration data corresponding to the device to be calibrated and then stores the generated calibration data in a device connected to the local area network LN will be described. To do.
In the present embodiment, the location for storing calibration data is not fixed, and there are a plurality of patterns described below regarding the procedure for storing calibration data. As will become apparent later, each device of the printing system 1 according to the present embodiment performs appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed, and thus requires calibration data. Can acquire calibration data.

<First Pattern for Storage of Calibration Data (Stored First Pattern)>
FIG. 4 is a diagram schematically showing the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the stored first pattern. In FIG. 4, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device in the first storage pattern is indicated by arrows. In the description of the stored first pattern, the printing device 3 corresponding to the calibration data generated by the calibration device 5 is expressed as “printing device P1” (see FIG. 4).
The flowchart of FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the operations of the calibration device 5 and the printing device P1 in the stored first pattern. A flowchart FA of FIG. 5 shows the operation of the calibration device 5, and a flowchart FB shows the operation of the printing device P1.

  As shown in the flowchart FA of FIG. 5, the calibration device control unit 40 of the calibration device 5 controls the calibration device communication unit 41 to transmit storage location response request information to the printing device P1 (step SA1). (Arrow Y41 in FIG. 4). The storage location response request information is information for inquiring about the storage location of calibration data. Information necessary for transmitting the storage location response request information such as the address of the printing apparatus P1 to the printing apparatus P1 is registered in advance.

As shown in the flowchart FB of FIG. 5, the printing device control unit 20 of the printing device P1 controls the printing device communication unit 21 to receive storage location response request information (step SB1).
Next, the printing apparatus control unit 20 executes a storage location determination process (step SB2). In the storage location determination process, the printing apparatus control unit 20 determines whether the calibration data can be stored in the self apparatus. The printing device P1 is a device on which a large-capacity storage device is mounted, and a sufficient free space capable of storing calibration data is secured in a storage area of the storage device. Based on this, the printing apparatus control unit 20 determines that the calibration data can be stored in its own apparatus in the storage location determination process in step SB2. Note that, even when a free space capable of storing calibration data is secured, if the user has set to prohibit storing calibration data, the printing apparatus control unit 20 performs calibration. The configuration may be such that it is determined that data cannot be stored.

  If it is determined that the calibration data can be stored in the storage location determination process, the printing apparatus control unit 20 controls the printing apparatus communication unit 21 to transmit calibration data transmission request information to the calibration apparatus 5 (step SB3). (Arrow Y42 in FIG. 4). The calibration data transmission request information is information for requesting transmission of calibration data.

As shown in the flowchart FA of FIG. 5, the calibration device control unit 40 of the calibration device 5 controls the calibration device communication unit 41 to receive calibration data transmission request information (step SA2).
Next, the calibration device control unit 40 controls the calibration device communication unit 41 to transmit the printing device identification information, the print medium identification information, and the calibration data to the printing device P1 (step SA3) (FIG. 4 arrow Y43).

As illustrated in the flowchart FB of FIG. 5, the printing apparatus control unit 20 of the printing apparatus P1 controls the printing apparatus communication unit 21 to receive printing apparatus identification information, print medium identification information, and calibration data. (Step SB4).
Next, the printing apparatus control unit 20 stores the received printing apparatus identification information, printing medium identification information, and calibration data in association with each other in the printing apparatus storage unit 22 (step SB5). Note that since the printing apparatus identification information is identification information of the printing apparatus P1, a configuration that the calibration apparatus 5 does not transmit may be used.
As a result of the processing in step SB5, calibration data corresponding to the printing apparatus P1 is stored in the printing apparatus P1.

As described above, in the first storage pattern, when the printing apparatus 3 receives a calibration data storage request from the information processing apparatus (the calibration apparatus 5 in this example), the printing apparatus 3 stores the calibration data in its own apparatus. It is determined whether or not the data can be stored. If the data can be stored, the transmission of calibration data is requested.
According to this configuration, the printing apparatus 3 can store the calibration data in the self apparatus when the calibration data can be stored in the self apparatus. That is, the printing apparatus 3 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.
Note that the information processing apparatus that requests the printing apparatus 3 to store calibration data is not limited to the calibration apparatus 5. For example, a device such as the control device 7 that can store calibration data may be used.

<Second Pattern for Storage of Calibration Data (Stored Second Pattern)>
FIG. 6 is a diagram schematically showing the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the stored second pattern. In FIG. 6, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device in the second storage pattern is indicated by arrows. In the description of the stored second pattern, the printing device 3 corresponding to the calibration data generated by the calibration device 5 is expressed as “printing device P2” (see FIG. 6). In addition, the control device 7 that manages the printing device P2 is expressed as “control device S2”.
The flowchart of FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing the operations of the calibration device 5, the printing device P2, and the control device S2 in the stored second pattern. 7 shows the operation of the calibration device 5, the flowchart FD shows the operation of the printing device P2, and the flowchart FE shows the operation of the control device S2.

  As shown in the flowchart FC of FIG. 7, the calibration device control unit 40 of the calibration device 5 controls the calibration device communication unit 41 to transmit the storage location response request information to the printing device P2 (step SC1). (Arrow Y61 in FIG. 6).

As shown in the flowchart FD of FIG. 7, the printing apparatus control unit 20 of the printing apparatus P2 controls the printing apparatus communication unit 21 to receive storage location response request information (step SD1).
Next, the printing apparatus control unit 20 executes a storage location determination process (step SD2). The printing apparatus P2 is an apparatus that is not equipped with a large-capacity storage device, and does not have enough free space for storing calibration data, and cannot store calibration data. Based on this, the printing apparatus control unit 20 determines that the calibration data cannot be stored in the own apparatus in the storage location determination process in step SD2. Even when a large-capacity storage device is installed, if the storage area of the storage device does not have enough free space to store the calibration data, the printing device control unit 20 It is determined that calibration data cannot be stored.

  If it is determined in the storage location determination process that the calibration data cannot be stored, the printing apparatus control unit 20 controls the printing apparatus communication unit 21 to transmit the control apparatus address information to the calibration apparatus 5 (step SD3) (FIG. 6 arrow Y62). As described above, the control device address information is information indicating an address in the local area network LN of the control device S2 that manages the printing device P2.

As shown in the flowchart FC of FIG. 7, the calibration device control unit 40 of the calibration device 5 controls the calibration device communication unit 41 to receive control device address information (step SC2).
Next, the calibration device control unit 40 controls the calibration device communication unit 41 so that the printing device identification information and the address indicated by the control device address information (in this example, the address of the control device S2), Print media identification information and calibration data are transmitted (step SC3) (arrow Y63 in FIG. 6).

As shown in the flowchart FE of FIG. 7, the control device control unit 60 of the control device S2 controls the control device communication unit 61 to receive the printing device identification information, the print media identification information, and the calibration data. (Step SE1).
Next, the control device control unit 60 updates the control device-side calibration data management database Q1 based on the received information (step SE2).
More specifically, as shown in FIG. 6, the control device storage unit 62 of the control device 7 (control device S2 in this example) according to the second storage pattern stores a control device side calibration data management database Q1. ing. One record of the control device side calibration data management database Q1 includes printing device identification information, printing medium identification information, and calibration data. In step SE2, the control device control section 60 registers a record having the received printing device identification information, print media identification information, and calibration data in the control device side calibration data management database Q1.
As a result of the processing in step SE2, calibration data corresponding to the printing apparatus P2 is stored in the control apparatus S2 that manages the printing apparatus P2.

As described above, in the second storage pattern, when the printing apparatus 3 receives a calibration data storage request from the information processing apparatus (the calibration apparatus 5 in this example), the printing apparatus 3 stores the calibration data in its own apparatus. If it is possible to determine whether or not the data can be stored, it is connected to the local area network LN (network) to which the information processing apparatus and the self apparatus are connected, and is stored on the network of the control device 7 (storage device) capable of storing calibration data. Respond to the location.
According to this configuration, when the printing device 3 cannot store calibration data, the calibration data can be stored in the control device 7 accessible by each device connected to the local area network LN. That is, the printing apparatus 3 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.
Note that the information processing apparatus that requests the printing apparatus 3 to store calibration data is not limited to the calibration apparatus 5. For example, a device such as the control device 7 that can store calibration data may be used.

<Third Pattern for Storage of Calibration Data (Stored Third Pattern)>
FIG. 8 is a diagram schematically showing the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the stored third pattern. In FIG. 8, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device in the third storage pattern is indicated by arrows. In the description of the stored third pattern, the printing device 3 corresponding to the calibration data generated by the calibration device 5 is expressed as “printing device P3” (see FIG. 8). The control device 7 that manages the printing device P2 is expressed as “control device S3”. Further, the overall control device 6 in the third storage pattern is expressed as “overall control device T3”.
The flowchart of FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing the operations of the calibration device 5, the printing device P3, the control device S3, and the overall control device T3 in the stored third pattern. The flowchart FC in FIG. 9 shows the operation of the calibration device 5, the flowchart FD shows the operation of the printing device P3, the flowchart FF shows the operation of the control device S3, and the flowchart FG shows the operation of the overall control device T3. Indicates.
Note that the processing of the calibration device 5 and the printing device P3 in the storage third pattern is the same as the processing of the calibration device 5 and the printing device P2 in the storage second pattern. Therefore, regarding the flowchart of FIG. 9, the flowchart of FIG. 7 is used for the processing of the calibration device 5 and the printing device P3.

As shown in the flowchart FF of FIG. 9, the control device control unit 60 of the control device S3 controls the control device communication unit 61 to receive the printing device identification information, the print medium identification information, and the calibration data. (Step SF1).
Next, the control device control unit 60 executes a storage location determination process (step SF2). Hereinafter, the process of step SF2 will be described in detail.
Here, in the storage third pattern, the respective calibration data of the printing apparatus 3 that does not store the calibration data is stored and comprehensively managed by the overall control apparatus 6. That is, when the printing apparatus 3 does not store calibration data, the overall control apparatus 6 stores the calibration data, not the control apparatus 7 that manages the printing apparatus 3. In the third storage pattern, the user performs a setting for prohibiting storage of calibration data in the control device 7 in advance. Based on the above, in the storage location determination process in step SF2, the control device control unit 60 determines that the calibration data cannot be stored in the own device. In the configuration where the control device control unit 60 determines that the calibration data cannot be stored in the own device in the storage location determination process when the control device 7 does not have enough free space to store the calibration data. Good.

  In the storage location determination process, when it is determined that the calibration data cannot be stored, the control device control unit 60 controls the control device communication unit 61 so that the printing device identification information, the print media identification information, the calibration data, Is transmitted to the overall control device T3 (step SF3) (arrow Y81 in FIG. 8). Information necessary for communicating with the overall control device T3, such as an address in the local area network LN of the overall control device T3, is registered in advance in the control device S3.

As shown in the flowchart FG of FIG. 9, the overall control device control unit 50 of the overall control device T3 controls the overall control device communication unit 51 to print device identification information, print media identification information, calibration data, Is received (step SG1).
Next, the overall control device control unit 50 updates the overall control device side calibration data management database M1 (step SG2).
The overall control device side calibration data management database M1 is a database having the same data structure as the control device side calibration data management database Q1. In step SG2, the overall control device control unit 50 registers a record having the received printing device identification information, print media identification information, and calibration data in the overall control device side calibration data management database M1.
As a result of the processing in step SE2, calibration data corresponding to the printing apparatus P3 is stored in the overall control apparatus T3.

  As described above, in the third storage pattern, the calibration data is stored in the overall control device 6.

<Fourth pattern for storing calibration data (stored fourth pattern)>
FIG. 10 is a diagram schematically illustrating the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the stored fourth pattern. In FIG. 10, in the fourth storage pattern, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device is indicated by arrows. In the description of the stored fourth pattern, the control device 7 that manages the printing device 3 corresponding to the calibration data generated by the calibration device 5 is expressed as a control device S4 (see FIG. 10).
Hereinafter, the storage fourth pattern will be described with reference to FIG.

  The calibration device control unit 40 of the calibration device 5 transmits the storage location response request information to the control device S4 (arrow Y101 in FIG. 10). As described above, the storage location response request information is information for inquiring about the storage location of calibration data. Note that information necessary for communication with the control device 7 whose management target is the printing device 3, such as the address of the control device 7 whose management target is the printing device 3, is registered in advance.

  The control device controller 60 of the control device S4 executes a storage location determination process based on the received storage location response request information. In the storage location determination process, the control device control unit 60 determines whether the calibration data can be stored in the own device. The control device S4 has sufficient free space for storing calibration data, and stores free calibration data upon request when free space for storing calibration data is secured. The user is set to do so. Based on this, the control device control unit 60 determines that the calibration data can be stored in the own device in the storage location determination processing.

  When it is determined in the storage location determination process that the calibration data can be stored, the control device control unit 60 transmits calibration data transmission request information to the calibration device 5 (arrow Y102 in FIG. 10). As described above, the calibration data transmission request information is information for requesting transmission of calibration data.

  In response to the reception of the calibration data transmission request information, the calibration device control unit 40 of the calibration device 5 transmits the printing device identification information, the print medium identification information, and the calibration data to the control device S4 (FIG. 10 arrow Y103).

The control device control unit 60 of the control device S4 receives the printing device identification information, the print medium identification information, and the calibration data, and registers a record having these information in the control device side calibration data management database Q1. . The control device 7 (control device S4 in this example) related to the fourth storage pattern stores a control device-side calibration data management database Q1.
As a result, calibration data is stored in the control device S4.

As described above, in the fourth storage pattern, when the control device 7 receives a calibration data storage request from the information processing device (the calibration device 5 in this example), the control device 7 stores the calibration data in its own device. It is determined whether or not the data can be stored. If the data can be stored, the transmission of calibration data is requested.
According to this configuration, the control device 7 can store the calibration data in the own device when the calibration data can be stored in the own device. That is, the control device 7 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.
Note that the information processing apparatus that requests the control apparatus 7 to store calibration data is not limited to the calibration apparatus 5. For example, the printing apparatus 3 may be used.

<Fifth pattern for storing calibration data (stored fifth pattern)>
FIG. 11 is a diagram schematically showing the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the fifth storage pattern. In FIG. 11, in the fifth storage pattern, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device is indicated by arrows. In the description of the fifth stored pattern, the printing device 3 corresponding to the calibration data generated by the calibration device 5 is expressed as “printing device P5” (see FIG. 11). The control device 7 that manages the printing device P5 is expressed as “control device S5”.
Hereinafter, the storage fifth pattern will be described with reference to FIG.

  The calibration device control unit 40 of the calibration device 5 controls the calibration device communication unit 41 to transmit storage location response request information to the control device S5 (arrow Y111 in FIG. 11).

  In response to receiving the storage location response request information, the control device control unit 60 of the control device S5 executes storage location determination processing. The control device S5 is set by the user to prohibit storage of calibration data. Based on this, the control device control unit 60 determines that the calibration data cannot be stored in the own device in the storage location determination processing.

If it is determined that the calibration data cannot be stored in the storage location determination process, the control device control unit 60 transmits information indicating the address of the printing device P5 in the local area network LN to the calibration device 5 (arrow Y112 in FIG. 11). .
In the fifth storage pattern, the printing apparatus P5 can store calibration data.

  The calibration device controller 40 of the calibration device 5 receives information indicating the address of the printing device P5. The calibration device control unit 40 transmits printing device identification information, printing medium identification information, and calibration data to the address indicated by the received information (in this example, the printing device P5) (FIG. 11). Arrow Y113).

The printing apparatus control unit 20 of the printing apparatus P5 receives the printing apparatus identification information, the print medium identification information, and the calibration data. The printing apparatus control unit 20 stores the printing apparatus identification information, the print medium identification information, and the calibration data in association with each other in the printing apparatus storage unit 22.
As a result, the calibration data corresponding to the printing apparatus P5 is stored in the printing apparatus P5.

As described above, in the fifth storage pattern, when the control device 7 receives a calibration data storage request from the information processing device (the calibration device 5 in this example), the control device 7 can store the calibration data in its own device. If the information processing apparatus and its own apparatus cannot be stored, they are connected to the local area network LN (network) to which the information processing apparatus and its own apparatus are connected, and are on the local area network LN of the printing apparatus 3 corresponding to the calibration data requested to be stored. Respond to the location.
According to this configuration, when the control device 7 cannot store calibration data, the calibration data can be stored in the printing device 3 accessible to each device connected to the local area network LN. That is, the control device 7 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

<Sixth Pattern for Storage of Calibration Data (Stored Sixth Pattern)>
FIG. 12 is a diagram schematically illustrating the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the sixth storage pattern. In FIG. 12, in the sixth storage pattern, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device is indicated by arrows. In the description of the sixth storage pattern, the control device 7 that manages the printing device 3 corresponding to the calibration data generated by the calibration device 5 is expressed as “control device S6”. Further, the overall control device 6 in the sixth storage pattern is expressed as “overall control device T6”.
Hereinafter, the sixth storage pattern will be described with reference to FIG.

  The calibration device control unit 40 of the calibration device 5 controls the calibration device communication unit 41 to transmit the storage location response request information to the control device S6 (arrow Y121 in FIG. 12).

  In response to receiving the storage location response request information, the control device control unit 60 of the control device S6 executes storage location determination processing. The control device S6 is set by the user to prohibit storage of calibration data. Based on this, the control device control unit 60 determines that the calibration data cannot be stored in the own device in the storage location determination processing.

  If it is determined in the storage location determination process that the calibration data cannot be stored, the control device control unit 60 transmits information indicating the address in the local area network LN of the overall control device T6 to the calibration device 5 (arrow Y122 in FIG. 12). ).

  The calibration device control unit 40 of the calibration device 5 receives information indicating the address of the overall control device T6. The calibration device control unit 40 transmits printing device identification information, print media identification information, and calibration data to the address indicated by the received information (in this example, the overall control device T6) (see FIG. 12 arrow Y123).

The overall control device control unit 50 of the overall control device T6 receives the printing device identification information, the print media identification information, and the calibration data. The overall control device control unit 50 registers a record having printing device identification information, print media identification information, and calibration data in the overall control device side calibration data management database M1.
As a result, the calibration data is stored in the overall control device T6.

As described above, in the sixth storage pattern, when the control device 7 receives a calibration data storage request from the information processing device (the calibration device 5 in this example), the information processing device and its own device are connected. Connected to the local area network LN (network), and returns a location on the local area network LN of the overall control device 6 (storage device) capable of storing calibration data.
According to this configuration, when the control device 7 cannot store calibration data, the calibration data can be stored in the overall control device 6 accessible by each device connected to the local area network LN. That is, the control device 7 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.
Note that the device that requests the control device 7 to store calibration data is not limited to the calibration device 5, but may be the printing device 3, for example.

<Seventh pattern for storing calibration data (stored seventh pattern)>
FIG. 13 is a diagram schematically showing the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the storage seventh pattern. In FIG. 13, in the seventh storage pattern, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device is indicated by arrows. In the description of the stored seventh pattern, the printing device 3 corresponding to the calibration data generated by the calibration device 5 is expressed as “printing device P7” (see FIG. 13). Further, the control device 7 that manages the printing device P7 is expressed as “control device S7”. Further, the overall control device 6 in the seventh storage pattern is expressed as “overall control device T7”.
Hereinafter, the storage seventh pattern will be described with reference to FIG.

  The calibration device control unit 40 of the calibration device 5 transmits the storage location response request information to the control device S7 (arrow Y131 in FIG. 13).

  The control device control unit 60 of the control device S7 executes a storage location determination process in response to receiving the storage location response request information. The control device S7 is set by the user to prohibit storage of calibration data. Based on this, the control device control unit 60 determines that the calibration data cannot be stored in the own device in the storage location determination processing.

  If it is determined in the storage location determination process that the calibration data cannot be stored, the control device control unit 60 transmits state response request information for inquiring whether the calibration data can be stored to the printing device P7 (arrow Y132 in FIG. 13). .

  The printing apparatus control unit 20 of the printing apparatus P7 determines whether calibration data can be stored in response to reception of the status response request information. If it can be stored, information indicating that is returned to the control device S7, and if it cannot be stored, information indicating that is returned to the control device S7 (arrow Y133 in FIG. 13).

  When the control device control unit 60 of the control device S7 receives information indicating that the calibration data can be stored from the printing device P7, the control device 60 sends information indicating the address of the printing device P7 in the local area network LN to the calibration device 5. Transmit (arrow Y134 in FIG. 13). On the other hand, when receiving information indicating that the calibration data cannot be stored from the printing apparatus P7, the control apparatus control unit 60 transmits information indicating the address in the local area network LN of the overall control apparatus T7 to the calibration apparatus 5. (Arrow Y134 in FIG. 13).

When the calibration device control unit 40 of the calibration device 5 receives the information indicating the address of the printing device P7 from the control device S7, based on the received information, the printing device identification information, the print media identification information, Calibration data is transmitted to the printing apparatus P7 (arrow Y135 in FIG. 13). The printing apparatus control unit 20 of the printing apparatus P7 stores the printing apparatus identification information, the print medium identification information, and the calibration data in association with each other.
On the other hand, when receiving the information indicating the address of the overall control device T7 from the control device S7, the calibration device control unit 40, based on the received information, the printing device identification information, the print media identification information, and the calibration Data is transmitted to the overall control device T7 (arrow Y136 in FIG. 13). The overall control device control unit 50 of the overall control device T7 registers a record having printing device identification information, print media identification information, and calibration data in the overall control device side calibration data management database M1.

As described above, in the seventh storage pattern, when the control device 7 receives a calibration data storage request from the information processing device (the calibration device 5 in this example), the control device 7 stores the calibration data in its own device. Determine whether it is possible. If the control device 7 cannot store the calibration data, the control device 7 is connected to the local area network LN (network) to which the information processing device and the device itself are connected, and the calibration data is sent to the printing device 3 corresponding to the calibration data requested to be stored. Inquire whether or not can be stored. When there is a response indicating that storage is possible from the printing apparatus 3, the control apparatus 7 responds to the information processing apparatus with the location of the printing apparatus 3 on the local area network LN. The control device 7 is connected to the local area network LN when the response indicating that the data cannot be stored is received from the printing device 3, and the location on the local area network LN of the general control device 6 (storage device) capable of storing the calibration data To the information processing apparatus.
According to this configuration, when the calibration data cannot be stored in the control device 7, the calibration data can be stored in the printing device 3 when the printing device 3 can be stored, and when the printing device 3 cannot be stored. Calibration data can be stored in the overall control device 6. That is, the control device 7 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.
Note that the device that requests the control device 7 to store calibration data is not limited to the calibration device 5.

Next, each time when the image processing apparatus 4 requests acquisition of calibration data in the case where printing is performed by the image processing apparatus 4 by generating raster data and transmitting the raster data to the printing apparatus 3. The operation of the apparatus will be described.
In the present embodiment, there are a plurality of patterns described below regarding the processing procedure of each apparatus after the image processing apparatus 4 requests acquisition of calibration data. As described in each pattern, each device of the printing system 1 according to the present embodiment performs appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.

  Note that a predetermined API (Application Programming Interface) is registered in the image processing apparatus 4 in advance. The API is an API that can be used by the image processing program 32a. The image processing apparatus control unit 30 of the image processing apparatus 4 calls an appropriate API by the image processing program 32a as necessary when performing each process including a process of transmitting information to the printing apparatus 3, and performs the function of the API. Use and execute.

<First Pattern for Acquisition of Calibration Data (Acquired First Pattern)>
FIG. 14 is a diagram schematically showing the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the acquired first pattern. In FIG. 14, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device in the acquisition first pattern is indicated by arrows. In the description of the acquired first pattern, the printing apparatus 3 that causes the image processing apparatus 4 to execute printing is expressed as “printing apparatus P8” (see FIG. 14).
Hereinafter, the acquired first pattern will be described with reference to FIG.

  The image processing device control unit 30 of the image processing device 4 transmits calibration data transmission request information to the printing device P8 (arrow Y141 in FIG. 14). The calibration data transmission request information includes printing device identification information of the printing device 3 that executes printing, and printing medium identification information of the printing media loaded in the printing device 3. The calibration data transmission request information is information for requesting transmission of calibration data corresponding to a combination of printing device identification information and print medium identification information included in the information.

  The printing apparatus control unit 20 of the printing apparatus P8 executes a storage presence / absence determination process in response to the reception of the calibration data transmission request information. The storage presence / absence determination process is a process for determining whether calibration data is stored in the own apparatus. Calibration data is stored in the printing apparatus P8 related to the acquired first pattern. Based on this, the printing apparatus control unit 20 determines that the calibration data is stored in its own apparatus in the storage presence determination process.

  When it is determined that the calibration data is stored in the storage presence determination process, the printing apparatus control unit 20 displays information indicating that the color correction process is performed based on the calibration data stored in the image processing apparatus. 4 (arrow Y142 in FIG. 14).

  The image processing device control unit 30 of the image processing device 4 does not acquire calibration when receiving information indicating that the printing device P8 performs color correction processing based on the calibration data stored in the printing device P8.

  In the case of the acquired first pattern, when the image processing apparatus 4 causes the printing apparatus P8 to perform printing, the following processing is performed by each apparatus. That is, the image processing device control unit 30 of the image processing device 4 converts the image data into raster data based on the color profile. The image processing device control unit 30 transmits the raster data to the printing device P8. The printing apparatus control unit 20 of the printing apparatus P8 receives raster data. The printing device control unit 20 performs color correction processing on the raster data based on the calibration data stored in the device itself, and controls the printing unit 23 based on the raster data after the color correction processing to perform printing. Run.

As described above, in the acquired first pattern, when a request for transmitting calibration data is received from the information processing apparatus (in this example, the image processing apparatus 4), whether or not calibration data is stored in the own apparatus. If it is stored, a response indicating that correction is performed is made based on the calibration data stored in the own apparatus.
According to this configuration, the printing apparatus 3 can execute the color correction process based on the calibration data stored in the self apparatus based on the fact that the calibration data is stored in the self apparatus. Therefore, the calibration data does not flow on the local area network LN, the communication load is reduced, the time required for communication can be shortened, and the processing efficiency can be improved. That is, the printing apparatus 3 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.
Note that the apparatus that requests the printing apparatus 3 to transmit calibration data is not limited to the image processing apparatus 4. For example, the control device 7 connected to the local area network LN and capable of storing calibration data or the overall control device 6 may be used.

<Second Pattern for Acquisition of Calibration Data (Acquired Second Pattern)>
FIG. 15 is a diagram schematically showing the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the acquired second pattern. In FIG. 15, in the acquired second pattern, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device is indicated by arrows. In the description of the acquired second pattern, the printing apparatus 3 that causes the image processing apparatus 4 to execute printing is expressed as “printing apparatus P9” (see FIG. 15). Further, the control device 7 that manages the printing device P9 is expressed as “control device S9”.
Hereinafter, the acquired second pattern will be described with reference to FIG.

  The image processing device control unit 30 of the image processing device 4 transmits calibration data transmission request information to the printing device P9 (arrow Y151 in FIG. 15).

  The printing apparatus control unit 20 of the printing apparatus P9 executes a storage presence / absence determination process in response to reception of the calibration data transmission request information. The storage presence / absence determination process is a process for determining whether calibration data is stored in the own apparatus. Calibration data is not stored in the printing apparatus P9 related to the acquired second pattern. Based on this, the printing apparatus control unit 20 determines that the calibration data is not stored in the own apparatus in the storage presence determination process.

  If it is determined in the storage presence / absence determination process that the calibration data is not stored, the printing apparatus control unit 20 transmits the calibration data transmission request information to the control apparatus 7 (in this example, the control data) that manages the self apparatus. Device S9.) (Arrow Y152 in FIG. 15). In the acquired second pattern, the calibration data transmission request information transmitted by the printing apparatus P9 is information requesting transmission of calibration data to the image processing apparatus 4.

The control device controller 60 of the control device S9 acquires calibration data in response to receiving calibration data transmission request information. More specifically, the control device control unit 60 stores the calibration data corresponding to the combination of the printing device identification information and the print medium identification information included in the calibration data transmission request information when the own device stores the calibration data. The calibration data stored in the device itself is acquired. On the other hand, when the control apparatus control unit 60 does not store calibration data corresponding to the combination of the printing apparatus identification information and the print medium identification information included in the calibration data transmission request information, Execute the process. The control device control unit 60 requests the overall control device 6 to return calibration data corresponding to the combination of the printing device identification information and the print medium identification information, and acquires the calibration data responded by the overall control device 6. .
After acquiring the calibration data, the control device control unit 60 transmits the calibration data to the image processing device 4 (arrow Y153 in FIG. 15).

  In the acquired second pattern, when the printing apparatus P9 performs printing, the image processing apparatus 4 performs color correction processing based on calibration data.

As described above, in the acquired second pattern, when the printing apparatus 3 receives a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing apparatus (in this example, the image processing apparatus 4), the calibration data is stored in the self apparatus. It is determined whether or not the data is stored. If the data is not stored, it is connected to a local area network LN (network) to which the information processing apparatus and its own apparatus are connected, and is connected to a control device 7 (storage device) that stores calibration data. Directly transmit calibration data.
According to this configuration, when the calibration data is not stored in the printing apparatus 3, the printing apparatus 3 can cause the information processing apparatus to acquire the calibration data by transmitting the calibration data to the apparatus that stores the calibration data. . That is, the printing apparatus 3 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.
Note that the apparatus that requests the printing apparatus 3 to transmit calibration data is not limited to the image processing apparatus 4. For example, the control device 7 connected to the local area network LN and capable of storing calibration data or the overall control device 6 may be used.

<Third Pattern for Acquisition of Calibration Data (Acquired Third Pattern)>
FIG. 16 is a diagram schematically showing the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the acquired third pattern. In FIG. 16, in the third acquisition pattern, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device is indicated by arrows. In the description of the acquired third pattern, the printing apparatus 3 that causes the image processing apparatus 4 to execute printing is expressed as “printing apparatus P10” (see FIG. 16). Further, the control device 7 that manages the printing device P10 is expressed as “control device S10”.
Hereinafter, the acquired third pattern will be described with reference to FIG.

  The image processing device control unit 30 of the image processing device 4 transmits calibration data transmission request information to the printing device P10 (arrow Y161 in FIG. 16).

  The printing apparatus control unit 20 of the printing apparatus P10 executes a storage presence / absence determination process in response to receiving calibration data transmission request information. The storage presence / absence determination process is a process for determining whether calibration data is stored in the own apparatus. Calibration data is not stored in the printing apparatus P10 related to the acquired third pattern. Based on this, the printing apparatus control unit 20 determines that the calibration data is not stored in the own apparatus in the storage presence determination process.

  If it is determined in the storage presence / absence determination process that the calibration data is not stored, the printing apparatus control unit 20 transmits the calibration data transmission request information to the control apparatus 7 (in this example, the control data) that manages the self apparatus. Device S10.) (Arrow Y162 in FIG. 16). In the third acquisition pattern, the calibration data transmission request information transmitted by the printing apparatus P10 is information requesting transmission of calibration data to the printing apparatus P10.

The control device control unit 60 of the control device S10 acquires calibration data in response to receiving calibration data transmission request information. The method for acquiring the calibration data is the same as the method described in the acquisition second pattern.
After acquiring the calibration data, the control device control unit 60 transmits the calibration data to the printing device P10 (arrow Y163 in FIG. 16).

The printing apparatus control unit 20 of the printing apparatus P10 receives calibration data. The printing apparatus control unit 20 transmits the received calibration data to the image processing apparatus 4 (arrow Y164 in FIG. 16).
In the acquired third pattern, when the printing apparatus P10 performs printing, the image processing apparatus 4 performs color correction processing based on calibration data.

As described above, in the acquired third pattern, when the printing apparatus 3 receives a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing apparatus (in this example, the image processing apparatus 4), the calibration data is stored in the self apparatus. It is determined whether or not the data is stored. If the data is not stored, it is connected to a local area network LN (network) to which the information processing apparatus and its own apparatus are connected, and is connected to a control device 7 (storage device) that stores calibration data. Then, the calibration data is transmitted indirectly through its own device.
According to this configuration, when the calibration data is not stored in the printing apparatus 3, the printing apparatus 3 can cause the information processing apparatus to acquire the calibration data by transmitting the calibration data to the apparatus that stores the calibration data. . That is, the printing apparatus 3 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.
Note that the apparatus that requests the printing apparatus 3 to transmit calibration data is not limited to the image processing apparatus 4. For example, the control device 7 connected to the local area network LN and capable of storing calibration data or the overall control device 6 may be used.

<Fourth Pattern for Acquisition of Calibration Data (Acquired Fourth Pattern)>
FIG. 17 is a diagram schematically illustrating the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the acquired fourth pattern. In FIG. 17, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device in the acquired fourth pattern is indicated by arrows. In the description of the acquired fourth pattern, the printing apparatus 3 that causes the image processing apparatus 4 to execute printing is expressed as “printing apparatus P11” (see FIG. 17). Further, the control device 7 that manages the printing device P11 is expressed as “control device S11”.
Hereinafter, the acquired fourth pattern will be described with reference to FIG.

  The image processing device control unit 30 of the image processing device 4 transmits calibration data transmission request information to the printing device P11 (arrow Y171 in FIG. 17).

  The printing apparatus control unit 20 of the printing apparatus P11 executes storage presence / absence determination processing in response to reception of the calibration data transmission request information. The storage presence / absence determination process is a process for determining whether calibration data is stored in the own apparatus. Calibration data is not stored in the printing apparatus P11 related to the acquired fourth pattern. Based on this, the printing apparatus control unit 20 determines that the calibration data is not stored in the own apparatus in the storage presence determination process.

  When it is determined that the calibration data is not stored in the storage presence / absence determination process, the printing apparatus control unit 20 controls the self apparatus as a management target (control apparatus S11 in this example). Is sent to the image processing apparatus 4 (arrow Y172 in FIG. 17).

  The image processing device control unit 30 of the image processing device 4 transmits calibration data transmission request information to the address indicated by the information received from the printing device P11 (in this example, the address of the control device S11) (FIG. 17 arrow Y173).

The control device control unit 60 of the control device S11 acquires calibration data in response to receiving calibration data transmission request information. The method for acquiring the calibration data is the same as the method described in the acquisition second pattern.
After acquiring the calibration data, the control device control unit 60 transmits the calibration data to the image processing device 4 (arrow Y174 in FIG. 17).
In the acquired fourth pattern, when the printing apparatus P11 performs printing, the image processing apparatus 4 executes color correction processing based on calibration data.

As described above, in the acquired fourth pattern, when the printing apparatus 3 receives a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing apparatus (the image processing apparatus 4 in this example), the calibration data is stored in the self apparatus. It is determined whether or not the data is stored. If not, the control device 7 (storage device) that stores the calibration data is connected to the local area network LN (network) to which the information processing device and the device itself are connected. Responds to a location on the local area network LN.
According to this configuration, when the calibration data is not stored in the printing apparatus 3, the printing apparatus 3 can cause the information processing apparatus to acquire the calibration data by transmitting the calibration data to the apparatus that stores the calibration data. . That is, the printing apparatus 3 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.
Note that the apparatus that requests the printing apparatus 3 to transmit calibration data is not limited to the image processing apparatus 4. For example, the control device 7 connected to the local area network LN and capable of storing calibration data or the overall control device 6 may be used.

<Fifth Pattern for Acquisition of Calibration Data (Acquired Fifth Pattern)>
FIG. 18 is a diagram schematically illustrating the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the acquired fifth pattern. In FIG. 18, in the fifth acquisition pattern, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device is indicated by arrows. In the description of the acquired fifth pattern, the control device 7 that manages the printing device 3 that causes the image processing device 4 to execute printing is expressed as “control device S12”.
Hereinafter, the acquired fifth pattern will be described with reference to FIG.

  The image processing device control unit 30 of the image processing device 4 transmits calibration data transmission request information to the control device S12 (arrow Y181 in FIG. 18).

  The control device control unit 60 of the control device S12 executes a storage presence / absence determination process in response to reception of the calibration data transmission request information. The storage presence / absence determination process is a process for determining whether calibration data is stored in the own apparatus. Calibration data is stored in the control device S12 related to the acquired fifth pattern. Based on this, the control device control unit 60 determines that the calibration data is stored in the own device in the storage presence / absence determination processing.

  When it is determined that the calibration data is stored in the storage presence determination process, the control device control unit 60 transmits the calibration data stored in the own device to the image processing device 4 (arrow Y182 in FIG. 18).

  In the acquisition fifth pattern, when the printing apparatus 3 performs printing, the image processing apparatus 4 performs color correction processing based on calibration data.

As described above, in the fifth acquisition pattern, when the control device 7 receives a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing device (in this example, the image processing device 4), the calibration data is stored in the own device. It is determined whether or not it is stored. If it is stored, the calibration data stored in its own device is transmitted.
According to this configuration, when the calibration data is stored in the own device, the control device 7 can transmit the calibration data stored in the own device to the information processing device to be acquired. That is, the control device 7 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.
Note that the information processing apparatus that requests the control apparatus 7 to transmit calibration data is not limited to the image processing apparatus 4. For example, the printing apparatus 3 may be used.

<Sixth Pattern for Acquisition of Calibration Data (Acquired Sixth Pattern)>
FIG. 19 is a diagram schematically illustrating the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the acquired sixth pattern. In FIG. 19, in the sixth acquisition pattern, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device is indicated by arrows. In the description of the acquired sixth pattern, the control device 7 that manages the printing device 3 that causes the image processing device 4 to execute printing is expressed as “control device S13”. Further, the overall control device 6 according to the sixth acquisition pattern is expressed as “overall control device T13”.
Hereinafter, the acquired sixth pattern will be described with reference to FIG.

  The image processing device control unit 30 of the image processing device 4 transmits calibration data transmission request information to the control device S13 (arrow Y191 in FIG. 19).

  The control device control unit 60 of the control device S13 executes a storage presence / absence determination process in response to the reception of the calibration data transmission request information. The storage presence / absence determination process is a process for determining whether calibration data is stored in the own apparatus. Calibration data is not stored in the control device S13 related to the acquired sixth pattern. Based on this, the control device control unit 60 determines that the calibration data is not stored in the own device in the storage presence / absence determination processing.

  When it is determined that the calibration data is not stored in the storage presence / absence determination process, the control device controller 60 transmits calibration data transmission request information to the overall control device T13 (arrow Y192 in FIG. 19). In the sixth acquisition pattern, the calibration data transmission request information transmitted by the control device S13 is information for requesting transmission of calibration data to the control device S13.

  The overall control device control unit 50 of the overall control device T13 acquires calibration data corresponding to a combination of printing device identification information and print media identification information included in the calibration data transmission request information. The overall control device control unit 50 transmits the acquired calibration data to the control device S13 (arrow Y193 in FIG. 19).

  The control device controller 60 of the control device S13 receives calibration data. The control device control unit 60 transmits the received calibration data to the image processing device 4 (arrow Y194 in FIG. 19).

  In the acquired sixth pattern, when the printing apparatus 3 performs printing, the image processing apparatus 4 performs color correction processing based on calibration data.

As described above, in the acquired sixth pattern, when the control device 7 receives a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing device (in this example, the image processing device 4), the calibration data is stored in the own device. It is determined whether or not the data is stored. If the data is not stored, it is connected to the network to which the information processing apparatus and the self apparatus are connected, and the general control apparatus 6 (storage device) that stores the calibration data is connected via the self apparatus. To transmit calibration data indirectly.
According to this configuration, when calibration data is not stored in the own device, the control device 7 can cause the information processing device to acquire the calibration data by transmitting the calibration data to the device that stores the calibration data. . That is, the control device 7 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.
Note that the device that requests the control device 7 to transmit calibration data is not limited to the image processing device 4. For example, the printing apparatus 3 may be used.

<Seventh Pattern for Acquisition of Calibration Data (Acquired Seventh Pattern)>
FIG. 20 is a diagram schematically illustrating the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the acquired seventh pattern. In FIG. 20, in the acquisition seventh pattern, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device is indicated by arrows. In the description of the acquired seventh pattern, the control device 7 that manages the printing device 3 that causes the image processing device 4 to execute printing is expressed as “control device S14”. Further, the overall control device 6 according to the acquired seventh pattern is expressed as “overall control device T14”.
Hereinafter, the acquired seventh pattern will be described with reference to FIG.

  The image processing device control unit 30 of the image processing device 4 transmits calibration data transmission request information to the control device S14 (arrow Y201 in FIG. 20).

  The control device control unit 60 of the control device S14 executes a storage presence / absence determination process in response to reception of the calibration data transmission request information. The storage presence / absence determination process is a process for determining whether calibration data is stored in the own apparatus. Calibration data is not stored in the control device S14 related to the acquired seventh pattern. Based on this, the control device control unit 60 determines that the calibration data is not stored in the own device in the storage presence / absence determination processing.

  When it is determined in the storage presence / absence determination process that the calibration data is not stored, the control device control unit 60 transmits calibration data transmission request information to the overall control device T14 (arrow Y202 in FIG. 20). In the acquisition seventh pattern, the calibration data transmission request information transmitted by the control device S14 is information for requesting transmission of calibration data to the image processing device 4.

The overall control device control unit 50 of the overall control device T14 acquires calibration data corresponding to the combination of the printing device identification information and the print media identification information included in the calibration data transmission request information. The overall control device control unit 50 transmits the acquired calibration data to the image processing device 4 (arrow Y203 in FIG. 20).
In the acquired seventh pattern, when the printing apparatus 3 performs printing, the image processing apparatus 4 performs color correction processing based on calibration data.

As described above, in the acquired seventh pattern, when the control device 7 receives a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing device (in this example, the image processing device 4), the calibration data is stored in the own device. If it is not stored, if it is not stored, it is connected to the network to which the information processing apparatus and its own apparatus are connected, and is directly calibrated to the overall control device 6 (storage device) that stores calibration data. Send data.
According to this configuration, when calibration data is not stored in the own device, the control device 7 can cause the information processing device to acquire the calibration data by transmitting the calibration data to the device that stores the calibration data. . That is, the control device 7 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.
Note that the device that requests the control device 7 to transmit calibration data is not limited to the image processing device 4. For example, the printing apparatus 3 may be used.

<Eighth Pattern for Acquisition of Calibration Data (Acquired Eighth Pattern)>
FIG. 21 is a diagram schematically illustrating the printing system 1 in a mode suitable for explanation in order to explain the acquired eighth pattern. In FIG. 21, in the acquired eighth pattern, the flow of information transmitted and received by each device is indicated by arrows. In the description of the acquired eighth pattern, the control device 7 that manages the printing device 3 that causes the image processing device 4 to execute printing is expressed as “control device S15”. Further, the overall control device 6 according to the acquired eighth pattern is expressed as “overall control device T15”.
Hereinafter, the acquired eighth pattern will be described with reference to FIG.

  The image processing device control unit 30 of the image processing device 4 transmits calibration data transmission request information to the control device S15 (arrow Y211 in FIG. 21).

  The control device control unit 60 of the control device S15 executes a storage presence / absence determination process in response to the reception of the calibration data transmission request information. The storage presence / absence determination process is a process for determining whether calibration data is stored in the own apparatus. Calibration data is not stored in the control device S15 related to the acquired eighth pattern. Based on this, the control device control unit 60 determines that the calibration data is not stored in the own device in the storage presence / absence determination processing.

  When it is determined that the calibration data is not stored in the storage presence determination process, the control device control unit 60 transmits information indicating the address of the overall control device T15 to the image processing device 4 (arrow Y212 in FIG. 21). .

  The image processing device control unit 30 of the image processing device 4 transmits calibration data transmission request information to the address indicated by the received information (in this example, the address of the overall control device T15) (arrow in FIG. 21). Y213).

The overall control device control unit 50 of the overall control device T15 acquires calibration data corresponding to the combination of the printing device identification information and the print media identification information included in the calibration data transmission request information. The overall control device control unit 50 transmits the acquired calibration data to the image processing device 4 (arrow Y214 in FIG. 21).
In the acquired eighth pattern, when the printing apparatus 3 performs printing, the image processing apparatus 4 performs color correction processing based on calibration data.

As described above, in the acquired eighth pattern, when the control device 7 receives a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing device (in this example, the image processing device 4), the calibration data is stored in the own device. It is determined whether or not the data is stored. If not, the local area of the overall control device 6 (storage device) that stores the calibration data is connected to the local area network LN to which the information processing device and the device itself are connected. Responds to a location on the network LN.
According to this configuration, when calibration data is not stored in the own device, the control device 7 can cause the information processing device to acquire the calibration data by transmitting the calibration data to the device that stores the calibration data. . That is, the control device 7 can execute appropriate processing based on the fact that the storage location of the calibration data is not fixed.
Note that the device that requests the control device 7 to transmit calibration data is not limited to the image processing device 4. For example, the printing apparatus 3 may be used.

The above-described embodiment is merely an aspect of the present invention, and can be arbitrarily modified and applied within the scope of the present invention.
For example, although the embodiment has been described by taking the case where the printing apparatus 3 is an LFP as an example, the printing apparatus 3 is not limited to the LFP. Further, although the embodiment has been described by taking the case where the printing apparatus 3 is an inkjet printer as an example, the printing method of the printing apparatus 3 is not limited to the inkjet method. That is, the printing apparatus 3 may be any apparatus that has a function of printing on a print medium.
The functional blocks described with reference to the drawings are schematic diagrams showing the functional configuration of each device classified according to main processing contents in order to facilitate understanding of the present invention. The configuration of each device can be classified into more components depending on the processing content. Moreover, it can also classify | categorize so that one component may perform more processes. Further, the processing of each component may be executed by one hardware or may be executed by a plurality of hardware. Further, the processing of each component may be realized by one program or may be realized by a plurality of programs.
Further, the processing unit of the flowchart shown in the figure is divided according to the main processing contents in order to make the processing of each device easy to understand. The present invention is not limited by the way of dividing the processing unit or the name. The processing of each device can be divided into more processing units according to the processing content. Moreover, it can also divide | segment so that one process unit may contain many processes. In addition, as long as the same processing can be performed, the processing order of the above flowchart is not limited to the illustrated example.

  DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Printing system, 3 ... Printing apparatus (information processing apparatus), 4 ... Image processing apparatus (information processing apparatus), 5 ... Calibration apparatus (information processing apparatus), 6 ... Overall control apparatus (information processing apparatus, storage device) , 7... Control device (information processing device, storage device), LN... Local area network (network).

Claims (25)

A printing device for printing on a print medium,
When a storage request for calibration data for calibrating characteristics unique to each printing apparatus is received from an information processing apparatus, the printing apparatus determines the storage location of the calibration data and executes processing according to the storage location.   2. The apparatus according to claim 1, wherein when a calibration data storage request is received from the information processing apparatus, it is determined whether or not calibration data can be stored in the self-printing apparatus. If the calibration data can be stored, transmission of calibration data is requested. Printing device.   When receiving a calibration data storage request from the information processing device, it is determined whether the calibration data can be stored in the self-printing device. If the calibration data cannot be stored, the location of the storage device on the network where the calibration data can be stored is determined. The printing apparatus according to claim 1, which responds.   3. The printing apparatus according to claim 2, wherein when a calibration data storage request is received from the information processing apparatus, it is determined whether or not calibration data can be stored based on a state of free space in the storage area of the self-printing apparatus.   The printing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the calibration data is generated by an information processing apparatus.   The printing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the information processing apparatus can store calibration data. A control device capable of storing calibration data for calibrating characteristics unique to each printing device,
A control device that, when receiving a calibration data storage request from an information processing device, determines a storage location of calibration data and executes processing according to the storage location.   8. The apparatus according to claim 7, wherein when a calibration data storage request is received from the information processing apparatus, it is determined whether or not calibration data can be stored in the own control apparatus, and if it can be stored, a transmission of calibration data is requested. Control device.   When a calibration data storage request is received from the information processing apparatus, it is determined whether the calibration data can be stored in the own control apparatus. If the calibration data cannot be stored, the network of the printing apparatus corresponding to the calibration data requested to be stored The control device according to claim 7, which responds to an upper place.   8. The control device according to claim 7, wherein when a calibration data storage request is received from the information processing device, the location of the storage device capable of storing the calibration data on the network is responded. When receiving a calibration data storage request from the information processing device, determine whether the calibration data can be stored in the own control device,
If the data cannot be stored, inquire about whether the calibration data can be stored to the printing device corresponding to the calibration data requested to be stored.
If there is a response from the printing device that it can be stored, the network location of the printing device is responded to the information processing device,
8. The control device according to claim 7, wherein when there is a response indicating that the printing device cannot be stored, the control device responds to the information processing device with a network location of a storage device connected to the network and capable of storing calibration data. .   The control device according to any one of claims 7 to 11, wherein the calibration data is generated in an information processing device.   The control apparatus according to claim 7, wherein the information processing apparatus is a printing apparatus. A printing device for printing on a print medium,
A printing apparatus that executes processing in accordance with a storage location of calibration data when receiving a request for transmitting calibration data for calibrating characteristics unique to each printing apparatus from an information processing apparatus.   When a request for transmission of calibration data is received from the information processing apparatus, it is determined whether calibration data is stored in the self-printing apparatus. If so, calibration data stored in the self-printing apparatus The printing apparatus according to claim 14, which makes a response indicating that correction is performed based on the printer.   When a request for transmitting calibration data is received from the information processing device, it is determined whether or not calibration data is stored in the self-printing device, and if not stored, the storage device that stores the calibration data The printing apparatus according to claim 14, wherein calibration data is transmitted directly or indirectly through a self-printing apparatus.   When a request for transmitting calibration data is received from the information processing apparatus, it is determined whether the calibration data is stored in the self-printing apparatus. If not, the network of the storage device that stores the calibration data The printing device according to claim 14, which responds to an upper location.   The printing apparatus according to claim 14, wherein the information processing apparatus generates and transmits print data.   The printing apparatus according to claim 14, wherein the information processing apparatus is capable of storing calibration data. A control device capable of storing calibration data for calibrating characteristics unique to each printing device,
A control device that executes processing according to a storage location of calibration data when receiving a request for transmission of calibration data from an information processing device.   When a request for transmitting calibration data is received from the information processing device, it is determined whether or not calibration data is stored in the own control device. If it is stored, the calibration data stored in the own control device The control device according to claim 20, which transmits   When receiving a request for transmitting calibration data from the information processing device, it is determined whether or not calibration data is stored in the own control device, and if not, the storage device that stores the calibration data 21. The control device according to claim 20, wherein the calibration data is transmitted directly or indirectly via a self-control device.   When a request for transmitting calibration data is received from the information processing device, it is determined whether calibration data is stored in the own control device. If not, the network of storage devices that store the calibration data 21. The control device of claim 20, wherein the control device responds to the location above.   The control apparatus according to any one of claims 20 to 23, wherein the information processing apparatus generates print data and transmits the print data to the printing apparatus.   The control apparatus according to any one of claims 20 to 23, wherein the information processing apparatus is a printing apparatus.

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