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CalderaRIP V17 - What's new?

Updated October 25, 2023 11:59

NEW OS support macOS 14 Sonoma Still supported: macOS Big Sur, Monterey, and Ventura Linux Ubuntu 22.04 Linux Debian 10 Buster More info
		Powered by Adobe PDF Print Engine 6.2 Benefit from the best PDF technology Version 17 integrates the newest version of Adobe PDF Print Engine to ensure optimal performance and accuracy when rendering all your design files. V6.2 follows the evolution of the Adobe Creative Suite and PDF specifications to maintain high performance. More info
NEW print & cut drivers Compared to the previous major version, CalderaRIP V17 includes more than 30 new drivers: +24 new printer models supported +6 new cutter models supported More info
		Spot Color library sharing Now any created Spot Color library can be accessible through all users of the same RIP station, simplifying users' lives and improving the speed at which other workstations are ready for production. More info

New features for CalderaCare users

CalderaCare is a set of additional and exclusive features, including all the major upgrades, premium training content and priority access to our technical support.

Now including one license of InkPerformer Your CalderaCare subscription now includes one license of InkPerformer for one of your printers at a time. Learn more about it with this dedicated article.

		Caldera REST API (Accesible via CalderaDock 3.1 or later) The REST API facilitates the integration of CalderaRIP with your webshop or ERP to enable a more efficient workflow. It opens the way for automatic job submission, job spooling, and job cost tracking. Learn more about it with this dedicated section.

New SmartImport tag For Textile Step&Repeat Use the "repeat_y" metadata to set the desired number of vertical pattern repetitions for textile printing workflows or for automating wallpaper production. Learn more about it with this dedicated article.

		QuickPrints auto-naming Save time exporting & sharing presets between your printers When exporting a QuickPrint (the .xml file with printer settings), it will be named automatically with relevant information: Export_Printer_Preset_Date (only one preset selected) Export_Printer_Date (multiple presets selected)

Bicubic Resampling Print sharper images & details When rescaling an image for large format applications, enable the bicubic resampling option to generate sharper details, avoid pixelated effects, and guarantee precise rendering. Learn more about it with this dedicated article.

Features that remain exclusive for CalderaCare users

Smart Import

Ease job submission and reduce manual errors

Smart Hotfolders can automatically extract metadata (like loading size, media, etc.) from the filename to ease production and speed up job submission.

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PrintProof

Automate your approval workflow using the RIP

Export TIFF proofs of your jobs after Ripping, and send them to your customers before production to avoid unwanted waste.

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⭐ New features now available for ALL users!

(Previously exclusive for CalderaCare subscribers)

DeltaE formula EasyMedia settings Choose the formula to measure the distance between colors in Easymedia, and achieve more accurate colors for all types of substrates! Learn more about it with this dedicated article.

		Auto-Smoothing New EasyMedia option In EasyMedia, enable the Auto-smoothing option to improve the linearization curve and eliminate color measurement inaccuracies. Learn more about it with this dedicated article.

Pantone Formula Guide LAB Library update Access the latest PANTONE Solid Coated V5 and Solid Uncoated V5 colors directly in CalderaRIP to match precise brand colors in your daily operations. Learn more about it with this dedicated article.

		Cut around bleed Save time designing your canvas When producing Canvas, use the new Cut around bleed feature to automatically generate a cut contour around the bleed of the canvas. Learn more about it with this dedicated article.

Duplicate HotFolders Save time automating your workflow Duplicate existing hotfolders with the same printing parameters, and configure them with a different folder path to create small variations of your flow in just a few clicks, enhancing automation possibilities. Learn more about it with this dedicated article.