Raster Imaging Processor (RIP's) Software
RasterlLink 7 RIP
Mimaki RasterLink7 is a RIP (Raster Image Processor) software designed by Mimaki to bridge the gap between digital files and their printers and cutters, ensuring smooth communication and efficient printing. It's the brain of the printing operation, processing and translating digital images into a format the printer can understand. Every new Mimaki printer comes with a fully licensed version of RasterLink7.
Function:
RasterLink7 is a RIP software, converting digital files into a format that Mimaki printers and cutters can understand and process, ensuring seamless communication between software and hardware.
Purpose:
It streamlines the printing process, minimizes downtime, and enhances the reliability of the entire printing setup by facilitating smooth operation between devices.
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Features:
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Increased RIP processing speed .
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Faster PDF processing: with up to 25% faster PDF rendering time.
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Native PDF support .
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Variable printing support .
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New User Interface: that maximizes screen efficiency.
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Migration tool: for migrating jobs from RasterLink6Plus to RasterLink7.
Benefits:
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New Harlequin RIP® Core ...for accurate PDF printing with Transparency.
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Faster PDF processing...with up to 25% faster PDF rendering time.
- Enhanced reliability: Minimizes downtime and common print errors.
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Usability: The new user interface is designed for easy navigation and functionality. ​
Due to the resource-intensive nature of RIP software, which generates very large graphic files, a dedicated workstation is essential for optimal performance. Standard retail PCs typically lack the processing power, performance, and storage capacity required for these applications.
ZÜE Color has partnered with a local PC manufacturer to offer a tailored, high-performance workstations that provide the necessary speed and efficiency for processing large graphic files.