Whether you need an uncomplicated RIP solution for fast and easy printing, or you’re looking to upgrade to the latest, feature-packed RIP software, VersaWorks 6 expands your printer capabilities and maximizes the power of your Roland DG devices. Roland DG VersaWorks 6 is included with new purchases of selected Roland DG printers or as a free. VersaWorks is designed from the ground up for ease of use. With VersaWorks, you can access most of the functions from one global screen. For example, you simply click on the printer icon to open a printer settings window – or on the job preview icon to open a job settings window.
Whether you need an uncomplicated RIP solution for fast and easy printing, or you’re looking to upgrade to the latest, feature-packed RIP software, VersaWorks 6 expands your printer capabilities and maximises the power of your Roland devices.
VersaWorks 6 RIP Software
More Powerful RIP Processing
VersaWorks 6 includes 64-bit native support to maximise performance of the latest 64-bit OS*. It improves processing capability for complicated data, including PDF files with complex vectors and multiple layers, with power and accuracy.
*A 32-bit binary RIP will be installed automatically if the installer detects a 32-bit OS.
Reproduce Special Effects Accurately
VersaWorks 6 supports processing of PDF files natively, rendering special effects, such as drop shadows and transparencies, the way they are intended to look in the design. Handle these files without hassle, for improved efficiency - from receiving the data to outputting consistent, high-quality results.
Intuitive User Interface.
Smart RIP Software
A new, modern-looking user interface offers clean and simple tools with drag-and-drop functionality to quickly add jobs to the print queue directly from folders on your desktop. A more icon-based RIP environment improves user experience and provides easy navigation and functionality for all your print tasks and job management.
New True Rich Color Print Setting
Now vibrant colour can be combined with neutral grays, smooth gradations and natural skin tones to create stunning graphics. This pioneering colour expression is unequalled for durable graphics.
Orange and Green colours management
Versaworks 6 can also manage the process colours Orange and Green. To maximise the effect of these new colour inks, a new Multi-Process Colour Function has been developed in VersaWorks 6 to enable using Orange and Green inks as process colours for more vibrant visual expression.
Orange adds high visibility and impact to printed graphics and offers a warm and welcoming glow with positive emotions, while Green adds natural comfort and relaxed confidence for smooth communications. VersaWorks provides a 122 spot colours library for Green and 130 spot colours library for orange.
Such colours help to expand the colour gamut significantly, reproduce specific colours for branding and logos, and obtain outputs like never before, working in combination with the TrueRich Color presets.
Achieve Consistent Colour Matching with VW-S1 Densitometer
The Printer Color Matching function of VersaWorks 6 works with VW-S1*, an easy-to-use density measurement device. The process uses reference and target files and makes it simple to match colour output over time or from two or more Roland printers with the same ink type, configuration and print settings – reducing time and waste and improving quality.
The handy VW-S1 densitometer is ideal for businesses who;
- use multiple printers for large combined graphics
- have volume work for one client
- want to ensure consistent print quality over time for reprint orders.
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*VW-S1 can only be used with the Printer Color Matching function and cannot be used for media calibration and/or to create media profiles.Easy Printer Colour Matching for Consistent Colours
Do you own more than one same-model Roland device and want to preserve the consistency of the colour output between them? VersaWorks 6 offers an easy-to-use colour matching function to ensure consistent colour between jobs on one device over time or between multiple same-model printers when using the same ink type*. VersaWorks supports the X-Rite i1 Pro3 and the Roland Color Matching Tool VW-S1 to provide exact colour matching over time.
If you own different Roland Printers, you can now simulate colour output from one device on an other by using Printer Simulation Profiles, for example from VG2-540 to VS-300i.
With the Printer Color Matching Function of VersaWorks you can produce volume work from one client with multiple printers, or print a large, combined graphic with two printers, all with consistent colour, maintaining colour accuracy throughout the life of your Roland device.
*Valid only when using the same-model printers with the same ink type and configuration. Files must be printed with the same print settings including “Media Type” and “Print Quality.”
CutContour Lines Can Now be Added and Edited in VersaWorks 6
The latest VersaWorks 6 is equipped with a 'Job Assistant' function that can automatically add contour lines for cutting PDF design data within the RIP software.
Even if the cut contour line is missing in a submitted file, printing and cutting can now be performed quickly without returning to the design editing software, allowing jobs with short delivery times to be reliably met.
Five Owned Named Print Queues and Hot Folders for Maximum Job Management and Efficiency
VersaWorks 6 helps busy print service providers plan and organise print production in advance with five print queues. Combined with five hot folders which you can name and unlimited queue settings, you can save and store options, capture specific print settings, and make production a fast, automated and continuous process. Ideal for recurring jobs and jobs involving multiple designers working in one location.
Generate a Special Colour Layer Directly in the RIP
Traditionally, when you wanted to specify a special colour layer like white, metallic, gloss/clear and primer, you needed to perform this task in your design software. With VersaWorks 6, you can set up a special colour layer directly in the RIP along with fine adjustments to the position and size of the layer. This means quick and simple set up, saving time and optimising your printing workflow.
Industry Standard ICC Profile Support
VersaWorks 6 is compatible with industry standard ICC profiles from Roland and other leading manufacturers. Download profiles for free from the Roland Profile Center for use with appropriate Roland printers.
Advanced Variable Data with Rotation Function
Merge txt or csv data into predefined design fields with variable data tools. Print labels, name badges, menus and other prints in which text and / or graphics change from one print to the next - advanced variable data features allow you to rotate, mirror and align images and text inside the RIP.
Roland Versaworks 6
PANTONE® Library and Roland Color System
As well as featuring a built-in PANTONE® library with detailed spot colour matching and choices, VersaWorks 6 supports comprehensive colour libraries and offers features that enable automated colour-matching of logos and other corporate identity elements.
Compatible with Popular Spectrophotometers Used in Wide Format Printing
The latest VersaWorks 6 supports drivers for spectrophotometers from major manufacturers widely used in the wide format printing field, such as X-rite's i1 series and Barbieri's Spectro LFP series.
Easy-to-Use, Intuitive User Interface
VersaWorks is designed from the ground up for ease of use. With VersaWorks, you can access most of the functions from one global screen. For example, you simply click on the printer icon to open a printer settings window – or on the job preview icon to open a job settings window. Drag-and-drop capabilities allow you to quickly add jobs to the job queue directly from folders in your computer.
Genuine Adobe CPSI RIP Engine
In order to provide the highest level of compatibility with popular design applications, the latest version of Adobe CPSI (3019) is included. VersaWorks also supports commonly used image formats such as TIFF, JPEG, EPS (Encapsulated PostScript), PostScript and PDF.
VersaWorks supports up to four Roland devices simultaneously, including printers, printer cutters and cutters.
Contour Cut Tools
With Roland VersaWorks, you can manage contour cutting across all Roland inkjet printer/cutters and cutters. You can also pair your Roland GX cutter with an inkjet printer for print/cut applications. VersaWorks features a PerfCut function that produces precise perforated cut lines on both cutters and printer cutters.
Roland Colour System
Roland Colour is a revolutionary spot colour fidelity system built on the Roland digital colour solution. This powerful spot colour matching system offers comprehensive colour libraries and other features that allow professionals to quickly and easily match logos and other corporate identity elements.
With Roland Colour, you can produce highly customised spot colour swatch books, swatch charts and peel-and-stick swatch sheets – right on your own media. These reference tools can be reviewed with customers to select the right colour to match an established corporate or team colour, or other vector graphic. Using all Roland equipment and supplies, you can print that colour with 100 percent accuracy every time.
There are three libraries within the Roland Colour System. The Roland Colour Library includes more than 1,000 spot colours for printing on any Roland inkjet. The Roland Metallic Colour Library features 512 metallic spot colours that can be printed using Roland metallic eco-solvent inkjets. A third library supports specialised printing options for Roland’s white, clear and metallic silver inks and also manages contour cutting functions for Roland cutters and printer cutters.
Built-In PANTONE® Library*
VersaWorks also features a built-in PANTONE® library which automatically converts specific PANTONE spot colours in your design file to a CMYK value.
This simplified workflow reduces the amount of time required for colour matching and enables quick output of specific colours when working with properly profiled media. The extent of colour matching can always be impacted by ink, media and printer setup. For colour-critical environments, Roland recommends using colour verification tools, such the X-Rite i1 colour management solutions.
Spot Colour Replacement Feature*
Included in VersaWorks is a spot colour replacement feature which allows you to automatically replace a defined spot colour with any option from the Roland Colour System – without reopening the file in graphics editing software. Choose from both standard and metallic colours for true creative flexibility.
Roland Texture Libraries
The Roland Texture Library allows LEC series, LEJ-640 and LEF-12i users to choose from more than 70 unique patterns and textures to be printed by layering clear coat ink. Design options including ginkgo, rhombus, circular, windmill, woven patterns and more.
The Roland Metallic Texture Library allows you to apply custom textures and patterns to metallic colours created using Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink.
All Roland textures are easy to produce and supported by popular design software programs, including Adobe Illustrator.
Variable Data Printing
VersaWorks offers Variable Data Printing, a powerful feature that allows users to merge txt or csv data fields with a predefined design template to output variable text and graphic elements. Ideal for point-of-purchase displays, labels, name badges, plaques, menus and other custom graphics, VersaWorks Variable Data Printing allows you to quickly and easily produce a series of digital prints in which text and/or graphics change from one print to the next. VersaWorks Variable Data Printing supports popular design applications such as CorelDRAW and Adobe Illustrator.
Advanced Colour Management
With VersaWorks, you can choose from five pre-set colour matching settings, including US Prepress, Euro Prepress, Sign & Display and others, to achieve the best image quality for the application at hand. Other advanced features make VersaWorks one of the most convenient and comprehensive RIPs available, including the ability to preserve the purity of primary colours, adjust calibration curves, independently render intents for raster and vector objects, and simulate output colour on screen before printing.
Advanced Job Log Feature
The Job Log feature within VersaWorks keeps a comprehensive record of all jobs that are processed through its queues by tracking the job size, ink usage, printing time, media information and more. The log information can be exported into Microsoft Excel supported formats (csv or xml) for record keeping purposes or for further analysis such as monitoring the ink and media usage.
Full Network Support
VersaWorks allows you to connect an unlimited number of clients for unattended printing throughout the network. Client computers can send jobs to the server (computer with VersaWorks installed) through a shared network printer driver. VersaWorks also supports full bi-directional communication with the printer, enabling users to poll the width of the media currently loaded on the printer, the remaining ink and the current status of the printer. VersaWorks also supports printing from Macintosh clients, provided that the server OS supports AppleTalk.
Predictive Ink Calculator and Alert
VersaWorks includes a predictive ink calculator that estimates the amount of ink needed for each job, allowing for flawless unattended printing. When there is not sufficient ink to complete a job, the RIP notifies the operator prior to printing.
Media Explorer
Media Explorer is a wizard-based media management feature that allows you to create new media types, adjust the corresponding colour settings for each print mode, and create custom profiles.
Industry Standard ICC Profile Support
Roland Versaworks 6
VersaWorks supports industry standard ICC profiles and comes with a number of profiles for award-winning Roland media. VersaWorks is also compatible with profiles created through standard profiling packages. Additional profiles are available through the Roland@NET service.
Roland Versaworks Print And Cut
Advanced Layout Tools Including Tiling and Nesting
Roland Versaworks
Advanced layout features streamline the printing process, allowing you to save both production time and media. Using VersaWorks, you can manually or automatically tile jobs that exceed the media width or that need to be cut into smaller sizes. Modify tile sizes easily by typing in precise parameters or by dragging the tile border with the mouse. Minimise your media usage with the nesting feature that allows you to print multiple jobs together. After nesting, you can manually mirror, rotate, resize or change the position of each job. You can also select the Reorder function, which automatically rearranges the jobs into the most media-efficient layout option.