Irvine, CA, September 24, 2008 - Roland DGA Corp. has announced VersaWorks Version 3.0, the company's most advanced RIP software to date, offering powerful new productivity features to meet the needs of advanced users and high-volume shops. It is available free for download by Roland users through the Roland@NET Online Update service.
Developed by Roland engineers for the company's wide-format inkjet devices, VersaWorks 3.0 has been reengineered based on the latest Abobe CPSI engine (3018). The newest version of VersaWorks is faster and more precise than ever and has been upgraded with new print server functions allowing users to manage up to four Roland devices simultaneously.
"Increasingly, Roland shops are extending their production capabilities to encompass multiple Roland devices including inkjet printers, printer/cutters and stand-alone cutters," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland DGA Corp. "Roland VersaWorks 3.0 is designed to help Roland users become more productive, unifying their workflow to make their businesses more efficient."
VersaWorks 3.0 supports Roland's latest inkjet printers and printer/cutters including AdvancedJET, Hi-Fi Express, SOLJET and VersaCAMM lines as well as new VersaArt and VersaUV models. In addition, VersaWorks 3.0 offers support for Roland's GX series cutters allowing professionals to pair a Roland cutter with a VersaArt printer for print/cut applications.
VersaWorks 3.0 has been upgraded to include a new PerfCut function enabling users to produce precision perforated cut lines. For VersaUV and SOLJET PRO III XC-540 users, VersaWorks 3.0 now offers new single pass print mode and conventional dual pass mode for white ink applications.
Proven VersaWorks Productivity Tools
VersaWorks includes a host of powerful, proven productivity tools including the Roland Color System for easy, precise spot color matching, the MAX Impact Preset for richer color contrast, and Variable Data Printing. Other VersaWorks features include embedded ICC profile support, ink level adjustment tools, software proofing capabilities and advanced cropping, tiling and nesting options. VersaWorks 3.0 supports Windows 2000/XP and Vista.
VersaWorks 3.0 Features:
Easy-to-Use Graphical User Interface
Built with the latest Adobe PostScript (CPSI 3018) engine
Supports AdvancedJET, Hi-Fi Express, SOLJET, VersaArt, VersaCAMM and VersaUV inkjets and GX series cutters
Manages up to four Roland devices simultaneously
Simultaneous RIP and print capability
Advanced contour cutting support tools
Roland Color System for spot color matching
Variable Data Printing
MAX Impact Preset for richer color contrast
Advanced layout features including scaling, tiling and nesting
PerfCut feature for perforated cut lines
Single and dual pass print modes for XC-540 and LEC-300 white ink applications
Embedded ICC profile support
Automated updates through Roland@NET
Network support
Support for TIFF, JPEG, EPS, PS and PDF files
Roland DGA Corporation
Roland DGA Corporation and affiliated companies are pioneers in the development of innovative digital technology for creative professionals. From its inception as part of world-renowned Roland Music, Roland DGA Corp. has introduced an award-winning product line that continues to set new standards for precision, reliability and performance. Professionals worldwide rely on Roland solutions everyday in the sign, grand-format, sublimation, UV inkjet, digital graphics, fine art, photography, flexo, label, engraving and 3D modeling industries.
Headquartered in Irvine, CA, Roland DGA Corporation serves as the U.S.-based marketing, distribution and sales arm of Roland DG Corporation in Hamamatsu, Japan. Affiliated companies include Roland Corporation US in Los Angeles, CA and Rodgers Instruments LLC in Hillsboro, OR. Roland DG Corporation is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
Roland DGA is ISO 9001:2000 certified, and Roland DG is ISO 9001:2000 and 14001:2004 certified. For more information on Roland DGA products, please call (800) 542-2307 or visit the Web site at www.rolanddga.com.