
Technical Requirements
Ads will need to be submitted as PDFs using the PDF/x-1a:2001 settings
to the correct size.
Ads in this format must:
1. Be built to the correct size with crop marks offset
by at least 1/8 inch (.125”) and up to 1/4” (.250”)
2. Full bleed ads must include an extra .125 on all sides.
If using black backgrounds, use rich black:
C-60 M-40 Y-30 K-100.
3. All colors must be CMYK. No spot color, no pantone
colors, remove extra colors.
4. All ads must have 300 dpi resolution to ensure
print accuracy. Please be sure all photos placed
within ads are high resolution (300 dpi). Low resolution
web images cannot be “sized up” to high
resolution.
5. Digital files should be accompanied by a proof: If
no proof is supplied, any errors are the responsibility
of the advertiser. Proofs must be representative
of file(s) supplied. Proofs should be mailed to High
Country Media at the address below.
The accuracy of all ads supplied is the responsibility
of the advertiser or ad agency.
For additional guidelines/requirements go to:
http://www.publicationprinters.com/site/page/pg4062.html






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