Some older printer models that use the PostScript format are partially supported in CalderaRIP. To operate them, you must use a generic driver and make specific adjustments. This article outlines the necessary steps.
Download and install the driver
Follow the steps in this article. In step 1, search for the "GenericPostscript" driver by selecting "Generic" as the manufacturer.
Connection
Open CalderaRIP and navigate to Settings > ServerAdmin. Select the GenericPostscript driver, then click the Configure button and go to the Connection tab. Change the connection from "LP" to "Shell":
Connection Details
- Connection Type: Shell
- Max DMA: 512
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Command (Print):
/opt/caldera/bin/batch_lpftp -lp -host [IP of Controller]
(The job will go directly in Printing queue) -
Command (Hold):
/opt/caldera/bin/batch_lpftp -lp -host [IP of Controller] -rp HOLD %s
(The job will remain in the Holding/Fiery queue if it exists on the controller, and the user must release it from the Spooler)Example
Resolution
The resolutions are not editable by default, but you can modify the custom resolution settings in the .pg file.
Good to know
Since the resolutions listed below are the most common in production, we have created a calpatch file for quick installation, allowing you to bypass the manual configuration steps.
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On macOS:
- Open the Terminal and type:
sudo nano /opt/caldera/lib/DRIVERS/GenericPostscript/GenericPostscript.pg - Add the required resolution:
- Then save your changes and exit.
- Open the Terminal and type:
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On Linux:
- Open the Terminal and type:
sudo pluma /opt/caldera/lib/DRIVERS/GenericPostscript/GenericPostscript.pg - Add the required resolution:
- Then save and exit.
- Open the Terminal and type:
The new resolution will appear after restarting the driver: