Datacolor Match Textile is a specialized color formulation software designed for the textile industry. It enables users to create fast, accurate color matches and generate the lowest-cost dye recipes while accounting for variables like dyestuff compatibility, substrate variations, process differences, color constancy, and metamerism. This helps reduce shade corrections, minimize waste of dyes, chemicals, and water, and streamline production timelines for faster time-to-market.

Version 24.1.0.17 appears to be a specific build within the 24.x series, likely a minor update or installer variant (e.g., “BR” may indicate a region-specific or beta release). It is available for download via Datacolor’s official channels for entitled users and requires specific prerequisites for installation.

Key Features

  • SmartMatch Technology: Uses patented algorithms to identify discrepancies between theoretical and actual dye recipes, improving predictions and corrections.
  • Recipe Optimization: Builds optimal recipes to cut costs and environmental impact.
  • Integration: Works with Datacolor spectrophotometers and databases for precise color measurement and management.

System Requirements and Installation Notes

This version is part of the 24.x series, which mandates an upgrade to Sybase 17 (from older Sybase 12 databases) for compatibility. Here’s a summary:

Aspect Details
Hardware – Quad-core or higher CPU (64-bit) with local SQL Server Express. – Dual-core or higher (64-bit) without local SQL Server. – 10 GB free space (without database); 40 GB (with local database, preferably SSD).
Software Dependencies – Microsoft .NET 8.0 Runtimes (x64/x86, Desktop and ASP.NET Core). – Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime for Visual Studio 2022 v17 (x86). – Sybase 17 (required; prompts during install if missing). – Updated License Manager.
Database Upgrade (Sybase 12 to 17) – Sybase 12 and 17 can coexist initially. – Install order: Sybase 17 first, then Match Textile, then Datacolor Tools. – After install, use the “Upgrade/Rebuild” option in the installation menu to fully migrate the database. – Failure to upgrade prompts a warning on software launch.
Activation Requires a new activation code; installation aborts without one.

 

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