Supported model
Caldera has developed generic drivers designed for printers with Windows-based controllers and widely used electronics to operate printheads.
These drivers are named "generic" because they are compatible with specific printhead electronics but require proper configuration to function correctly (including paper sizes, print resolutions, custom ink sets, etc.).
Learn more by clicking here.
Drivers
Driver History
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CalderaRIP V10.20:
- Supported since this version.
Print Module Interface
Resolutions
Supported number of drop sizes:
- 1 (1 bit)
- 3 (2 bits)
By default, you have the following list configured:
You can configure them in ServerAdmin > Configure... > Resolutions (Video).
Modes
Any combination of inks can be added via CustomInksets.
Qualities
Only "Standard" quality is available.
Printer Settings
Printer tab
- Ink drop size (pl): Enter the size of the drop in picoliters to be used
Media tab
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Information: at the top of the window, you are able to see information about your media. There you have access to two actions:
- Save: when you click on this button, the current media settings are saved to the selected media profile (printer, media, resolution, mode) so there will be applied for any new job using the same print configuration. If you don't save, the changes you made are only applied to the current job.
- Reload: will revert back to default as set during profiling or the last saved changes.
- Horizontal compensation (%): we recommend not to modify this. Any deviation is likely to be mechanical on the printer's side.
- Vertical compensation (%): this can be useful if you detect an increase or decrease in the length due to heating or media tension which is common when printing on vinyl or textiles for example. To calculate the compensation, click Compute and follow the software’s instructions.
- Controller Color Mode: Configure the color mode on the controller (Auto by default, between 101 and 106 to force it)
- Customize screening parameters (Grayscale modes only): Enable this feature if you want to limit the maximum percentage of the 3 sizes of dots
Comments tab
On this tab you can see comments coming from the EasyMedia module. It can include comments from the global media window and from the profile project window.
Inks tab
- Enable Ink reordering: if you see that the color channels of your printer seem mixed up, you can enable the ink reordering. For each channel, specify the right color.
- Reset: when clicking on this button, the default ordering will be set as displayed.
- Assistant: use the Assistant to help you set the correct colors. Note that sometimes the order of the ink does not match the order of the cartridges.