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Graphtec XPF Sequential Segment - Cut marks are not read correctly or cutting shifts occur
Problem/Question When using a e.g. Graphtec CE7000 or FC9000 cutting plotter with a Cut Environment based on the “XPF Sequential Segment” driver, you may observe that Cut marks are not read correctly. This can cause misalignment or visible cutting ...
Printer only uses CMYK despite Ink Assignment containing additional colors
Problem/Question Your printer contains additional colors such as Red or Green in addition to CMYK, but does not use them. You are now wondering, “What should I do?” or “Why is that?” Solution/Work-Around The following overview illustrates how input ...
Does Ergosoft RIP support macOS, Linux, or other operating systems?
Problem/Question Your PC that does not run Windows natively so you are wondering, “Can I use Ergosoft on my macOS, Linux, or other operating system?”. Solution/Work-Around According to our System Recommendations, Ergosoft RIP is designed exclusively ...
Boosted Automation Possibilities
Delta REST API Jobs from Orders: Submit jobs via the Trickle REST API using a simple text-based format (tab-separated, exported from ERP/MIS/CRM). This format supports all job details and allows for complete job presets, making complex job automation ...
Workflow and Production
Introducing Queues and QueueManager New Features: Estimate Consumption: Easily forecast media length and ink usage for multiple jobs in a queue with our new context menu. Perfect for planning unattended overnight production. Output Now: Manually ...
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First Time Setup
Setting up a RIP Software to run your digital printing production may seem like a daunting task at first, but with Ergosoft and a little help from this guide, you’ll find yourself designing, printing and cutting in no time. This guide will take you ...
Introduction to Output Calibration
One of the main tasks of a RIP Software is to ensure accurate color output. This is achieved by adjusting the colors in an image file during the rastering process to appear exactly as you expect. This is necessary because no two printer/ink/media ...
Density Linearization
The Density linearization determines how much ink for each color the printer applies and how much of it the material can handle. It is not concerned with the balance between the colors. Rather, it examines every color on its own to evaluate the ...
Spot Colors / Named Colors
Spot Color or Named Color printing uses color names in image files to identify the color for color replacement. So for example, you may use a graphic design program such as Adobe Illustrator to specify a spot color name «Spot_Red1» for one of the ...
Introduction to Contour Cut
In ErgoSoft RIPs, contour cut integrates seamlessly into the production workflow. For Jobs intended to be Cut, the RIP automatically constrains Job space to the width of the cutter to make sure the Job fits. It reserves space around the images and ...