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Rosetta Server
this exceptionally powerful and versatile RIP server provides all the tools you need to handle any task with ease, making it a reliable workhorse you can depend on
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Printer Queues
Jobs submitted from various Rosetta client applications are managed and processed by the Server to ensure smooth print production. Print jobs can also be submitted to the printer queues via other methods, including the hot folder system, direct printing from third-party design applications, or even from the cloud. This flexibility allows users to integrate with the workflow that best suits their needs. Each queue can be connected to an individual printer, or multiple queues can be configured for the same printer with different parameters, offering versatility for different job requirements. All incoming jobs are thoroughly checked for any issues, and are either held or flagged as errors accordingly, maintaining quality and preventing production disruptions. Jobs requiring automatic nesting are grouped together on the same media, optimizing space and reducing material waste. The system is designed to maximize efficiency in media usage through smart nesting, ensuring that resources are utilized as effectively as possible. All job activities are logged, allowing users to review, analyze, and improve their workflow. These logs provide valuable insights into production, helping users manage operations more efficiently and troubleshoot any issues that may arise.
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Job Design
The Rosetta RIP solution includes a suite of client applications specifically designed to meet the needs of various printing applications, such as signage, display, photo, canvas gallery wraps, fine art, textiles, CAD/GIS, and more. Each application is equipped with specialized features that allow users to easily and quickly create complex print jobs tailored to their specific production requirements. Whether working with large-format prints, fine art reproductions, or custom textiles, the applications enable users to design with precision, utilizing tools and workflows suited for their industry. This flexibility ensures that every print job meets the exact specifications for quality and production setup. System also supports seamless integration across multiple workstations on the same network. Any number of client workstations can be configured to submit print jobs to any of the printer queues managed by the remote server. This setup provides scalability and efficiency, allowing multiple users to work simultaneously without disrupting the production flow. Once jobs are submitted, the server automatically manages and optimizes them for the best workflow. This includes tasks such as job prioritization, nesting for media optimization, and checking for any issues before print. The system streamlines the entire production process, ensuring maximum efficiency and minimal error.
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Job Nesting
The Rosetta Server utilizes a sophisticated nesting algorithm that can be configured to meet various production requirements and workflows. The nesting layout is calculated dynamically based on the current roll or sheet sizes, ensuring optimal use of media. Jobs are nested together only if they use the same media type and printing modes, maintaining quality consistency throughout production. Users can further control their production by setting parameters such as minimum area coverage, number of jobs, or time elapsed before nesting is finalized. The dynamic nature of the system means that the server automatically updates the nesting arrangement as new jobs are received or as printer settings change, allowing for a flexible and responsive workflow. For greater customization, users also have the option to manually edit the nesting layout if specific adjustments are required. The default nesting method can be set to either row-based or area-based, depending on user preferences, offering versatility in how jobs are arranged. Additionally, the nesting behavior can be configured to suit workflows that involve XY trimmers or contour cutting devices for finishing, ensuring smooth integration into various post-production processes.
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Hot Folders
For automated workflows, the versatile and powerful hot folder functionality of the Rosetta Server can be utilized across all printer queues in the system. This feature helps streamline unattended printing through the Shiraz RIP Server by allowing users to pre-configure all job parameters and assign them to specific folders. Once set up, users can simply drag & drop or save images into these hot folders, where they are automatically picked up by the corresponding printer queues and processed according to the designated settings. Any number of hot folders can be created for a single queue or across multiple queues, providing great flexibility in managing different types of jobs simultaneously. Additionally, these folders can be configured to process images based on their filename format, enabling a more customized and efficient workflow. This automated approach reduces manual intervention, optimizes productivity, and ensures that printing is consistent with predefined standards—making it ideal for high-volume, fast-paced production environments.
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Job Costing
The Rosetta RIP system offers detailed job costing by using accurate information on ink and media usage reported directly from the printer. Cost calculations are based on values entered by users for all consumables, including ink, media, and other related costs. Once a job is printed, the RIP automatically tracks and queries the printer to gather actual ink and media consumption, allowing it to precisely calculate the final cost. Users can also configure additional fixed overhead costs, providing a complete overview of the total expenditure per job. Costing details are recorded and stamped into each job, making it easy to access and review this information whenever needed. This level of accuracy ensures transparency in production costs, helping users to better manage their expenses and improve profitability.
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Cloud Interface
The Rosetta RIP’s sophisticated production features are available to customers seeking a solid and versatile back-end solution for their online businesses. This is made possible through our unique Open Server Interface (OSI) technology, developed over many years and powering major online print businesses worldwide. We offer a complete end-to-end solution or just the production back-end via our powerful API system. Integration with industry-standard e-commerce platforms, including Magento 2, Shopify, Etsy, and WooCommerce, is fully supported, allowing seamless integration into your existing workflow. Additionally, our solution supports connecting multiple global production sites, enabling both automatic and manual distribution of print jobs based on customer location and the available production facilities. This ensures efficient, localized production, reducing lead times and optimizing resource utilization. Our offering also includes features such as secure streaming of high-value digital assets, ensuring safe usage and protection of licensed content. For more information or to request a demo, please contact us.
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Colour Module
This application is designed for users who require advanced media profiling and editing capabilities. It allows users to create or edit media profiles, spot color tables, and color correction curves, providing complete control over the color management process. The tool supports all printer color spaces, including those with any number of ink channels, ensuring versatility across a wide range of production setups. The application guides users through a logical, step-by-step approach to various stages of media profiling, including ink limiting, linearization, print mode settings, advanced greyscale calibration, and the creation of simulation and device link profiles. This ensures a comprehensive, quick, and efficient profiling process. Proprietary ink limiting technology minimizes ink usage without compromising the overall color gamut, while advanced screening technologies ensure the highest quality output. Additionally, the tool is fully compatible with all industry-standard measuring instruments, allowing users to achieve precise and reliable results in their color management workflows.
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XY Cutting
Any printer queue on the Rosetta server can be configured to generate post-production cutting data for a variety of well-known contour cutters on the market. The RIP can automatically create cutting data for the boundary area of images or generate contour cutting paths for specified named spot colours, offering great flexibility in managing cut workflows. The system can also automatically add optical cutter marks for different cutter brands and include QR codes for seamless, automated print-and-cut workflows. For XY cutters, the queues can be configured to add the necessary tram marks and arrange or nest images accordingly, ensuring efficient and precise cutting. These features make Rosetta RIP an effective solution for integrating printing with various cutting technologies, providing an end-to-end workflow that streamlines both production and finishing processes.
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Load Balancing
A key productivity feature of the Rosetta Server is its intelligent and versatile load balancing module. This feature is invaluable for users who need an easy and efficient solution for automatic job distribution and duplication across multiple printing devices. Virtual printer queues can be configured to group together any of the available physical printer queues on the Rosetta Server. Each printer within the group can be set up with its own specific operational parameters and print configurations, offering great flexibility in managing diverse printing needs. Once a Virtual Queue is configured, users can simply drag and drop images or folders onto it using the Carbon client app or the hot folder system. The load balancing module will then automatically distribute the print jobs across the printers in the group, optimizing output and maximizing efficiency.
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Multi Layer
For printers with multi-layer printing capabilities, the Rosetta RIP offers a highly customizable solution that supports all available modes and configurations. Each layer—whether a full-color image, white, gloss, spot inks such as flourcent pink and yellow or blackout—can be tailored independently, giving precise control over the print output. The system supports up to two full-color images, with options for mirroring or flipping each layer, ideal for complex designs and effects. The RIP’s white layer function allows for automatic white data generation from the image itself or from spot colors within the file, ensuring optimal white ink coverage. Integrated with the printer’s multi-layer functionality, Rosetta RIP enables simultaneous layer printing, reducing production time and delivering professional-quality results with enhanced efficiency and precision. This versatility empowers users to fully leverage advanced printing capabilities for high-impact, detailed print projects.
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Job Proofing
The Rosetta RIP offers a robust and precise simulation feature, designed to help users avoid costly mistakes before committing to a print job. This accurate preview replicates how the final output will look on the actual device, making it an invaluable tool for complex print tasks like multi-layer and print-and-cut jobs. With this simulation, users gain a true-to-life view of their work, enabling them to make adjustments and catch potential issues early. The colour-accurate proofing capability is particularly beneficial, allowing for detailed inspection of each individual layer within a job. This includes viewing and verifying critical elements such as cut data, white, gloss, spot inks and blackout layers, as well as the primary image layers. The ability to review these layers separately helps ensure that each component aligns perfectly with the desired design and functional specifications. Moreover, the Rosetta RIP enables thorough verification of all post-production marks, such as QR codes, Fotoba cutting marks, and other alignment guides that facilitate seamless finishing processes. Additional built-in tools for on-screen color inspection, as well as distance and area measurements, further enhance quality control, allowing users to evaluate color fidelity and precise positioning down to the smallest details.
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Live Polling
This section provides comprehensive information about the connected printer, including detailed settings for media type, dimensions, and ink levels. Users can also execute remote printer commands directly from this area, enabling functions such as head cleaning, media calibration, and other maintenance tasks, making printer management more convenient and efficient. The system continuously monitors the printer, updating this information in real time to keep users informed. This monitoring includes media type and availability, ink levels, and other printer conditions, ensuring that the operator is always aware of the current state of the equipment. The displayed data is also utilized by the system for production management and media matching, ensuring that each job uses the appropriate materials and settings. Additionally, the system provides proactive alerts for any critical issues reported by the printer. Notifications for urgent problems, such as media or ink running out, an open door, or connection issues, are prominently displayed to prompt immediate user action. This helps minimize downtime and maintain an uninterrupted production workflow, ensuring consistent output quality.
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File Naming Convention
This extremely versatile and powerful feature allows the operator to configure the Rosetta RIP to automatically analyze all incoming job filenames. Based on predefined naming conventions, the system assigns job parameters such as sizing, quantity, media profile, and other specific settings to each image. This automation ensures that each print job is processed according to the correct requirements without manual intervention. This function works seamlessly with the hot folder templates to create a fully automated production workflow. By setting the naming convention in advance, incoming images are automatically processed with the correct settings, enabling an efficient and hands-off workflow. For example, filenames can indicate specific attributes like print size, media type, or the number of copies required, and the system will apply those parameters to the job automatically. This automation significantly reduces setup time, minimizes errors, and helps streamline production. It is ideal for high-volume environments where consistent and efficient processing is critical, allowing operators to focus on other essential tasks while Rosetta RIP handles the detailed configuration automatically.
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Production Marks
The Rosetta RIP can be configured to automatically add specialized marks to printed images, enhancing production accuracy and efficiency. For canvas wraps, the RIP can include wrap border folding marks, hanger marks, company logos, production notes, order numbers, QR codes, and other identifiers. These marks help streamline post-print processes, ensuring a professional and consistent finish. For proofing and color verification, users can select from a variety of color wedges, such as Fogra strips, which are added to printed jobs for quality control. These color wedges can be measured to verify color accuracy, helping maintain high standards in production. These features make Rosetta RIP a versatile tool for managing complex production needs, ensuring every job is executed with precision from printing to final finishing.
Port Monitor – print directly from any application to the Rosetta Server
Print Marks – place various type of crop marks and job labels as well as QR codes and colour proof strips
Utility Tools – system included are a number of applications that carry out specific tasks for smooth running of the solution
Superb Screening – RIP engine employs a number of propriety halftoning technology to address the various printing requirements of the latest high quality devices
Endless Capabilities
a selection of other features available
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Server Queue Setup
How to setup printer queues on the Rosetta Server using the new queue wizard.
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Job Creation
Use the intuitive and powerful Design application on the Server to create jobs.
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Hot Folders
How to create and configure hot folders on the Rosetta server and submit jobs.