VersaWorks has a rarely used feature that could be very useful if understood. The Variable Data tab allows one design to be used to create many individual outputs. The simplest term is “Mail Merge.” This comes from the old process of writing one form letter and merging it with a list of names to create mailers…
If you have ever called us for service you will always be met with, “Send us a picture of your test print and we will get back to you.” What is a “test print” and why do we insist on seeing one before we continue? [NOTE: These are “perfect” test prints unless labeled with problems….
One approach to achieving great saturated colors on a Roland printer is to use the Roland Color System Library. This is a specially designed collection of color that sign makers typically use. In order to use these colors users will need to print out charts or swatch books and load the pallette into their design software….
I have collected my experience and training in these short posts to try to get new users up to speed and veteran users a way to tune their workflow. I hope it helps VersaWorks – Basic VersaWorks – Installation VersaWorks – Getting Profiles VersaWorks – Setting up the Queues VersaWorks – Settings in More Detail…
The history of printing with VersaWorks will help in understanding how to decide what are the best settings for RVW. Color primting starts with 4 color offset printing and VersaWorks started by emulating that color space. Sign makers were using cut vinyl colors applying cut letters to signs. When Roland’s printers came along – these more saturated…
Color goes from the rediculous to the sublime. One minute it seems under control and the next its wild and horrible. There are some basis terms that will eventually help control color and know why what is happening is happening. RGB vs. CMYK: The first issue to address is color modes. The simple two ways…
Roland EcoSol printer predominantly use roll media. In the layout tab of VersaWorks you will see at the top under Media Settings a pulldown with “SIZE: CustomRoll” chosen by default. If the pulldown is engaged a user will find typical page sizes and roll settings that make little sense for the VersaWorks workflow. Pressing “Get…
Let’s go into more detail with each Tab in the Settings window: LAYOUT: The MEDIA SETTINGS: Size is most commonly set to “CustomRoll.” See “CustomCUT” below for another use of this choice. The “GET MEDIA WIDTH” button polls the printer for actual printable width. Make sure this is done before changing any settings. It is…
Queue A & B (and C, D, E in RVW6) allow presets to be assigned to newly loaded files. This process can save time and establish consistant output. Each Queue can be setup for a particular type of workflow or media type. Most of these settings can be changed after a file is loaded as…
Profiles are aquired through Roland’s Profile Center. You will need to go to the Profile Center to create an account: Rolanddga.com – Support – ICC Profiles. Once an account is created and activated through your email – profiles can be downloaded by matching the dropdowns to your current printer, inktype, and RIP version. Roland sells…
