Stream 8 Standard Workflow Package (Workflow, RIP and Imposition)
Provides a basic, automated workflow with remote job configuration/file submission, PostScript level 3 Harlequin RIP and Stream PDF Imposition V5 for Pre-Rip PDF Imposition. Ripped and screened files are available for transferring to the Escher-Grad RasterPrint Station.
I. Stream Workflow
II. Stream RIP
III. Stream PDF Imposition V5 (unlimited plate size)
I. Stream Workflow
Stream Workflow is a professional prepress workflow system that offers a functional approach to streamlining prepress productivity. Stream Workflow's practical user interface allows prepress professionals to create and customize specific workflows that optimize and automate the prepress production process.
Complete with Installation CD (Design Palette and Embedded Modules).
1. Stream Designer -Design Palette
2. Module – Input Spool Folder
3. Module – Composer
4. Module - OUTPUT (Device Output Controller)
5. Module – Raster Import
6. Module – PDF (PDF Input Folder)
7. Module – Content (Content Proof)
8. Module - TIFF (TIFF File Output)
9. Module – INTERNET (Internet File Transfer)
10. Web Job Monitor
11. *Enabler – CMM (ColorPro – In RIP Color Management)
12. *Enabler - StarProof
Stream Designer - Design Palette
Stream’s User interface that allows you to configure the workflow using a drag and drop methodology.
Module- Input (Spool Folder)
Support PostScript, Encapsulated PostScript, PDF and TIFF files. It can also automatically group files into jobs based on filename rule.
Module – Composer
Support PostScript, Encapsulated PostScript, PDF and TIFF files. User can manaually group files together into jobs.
Module - OUTPUT (Device Output Controller)
Send ripped files to Raster PrintStation 2 software or third-party TIFF Downloaders
Module – Raster Import
Support pre-separated and RIP-separated 1-bit files such as 1-bit TIFF, Harlequin Page Buffers and NetFlow Raster. User can freely convert from one format to the other. In addition, an additional function to generate Harlequin Page Feature allows users to easily divert Harlequin Page Buffer files to a specific output folder.
Module – PDF (PDF Input Folder)
Input folder that accepts PDF files.
Module – Content (Content Proof)
Fast, entry-level 1-bit proofing module for generation of PDF files, proofing to Windows Printer, or outputting to large format inkjet plotters. Fast creation of positional quality proofs.
Module - TIFF (TIFF File Output)
Output folder that accepts TIFF files generated from the RIP.
Module – INTERNET (Internet File Transfer)
Generate ripped contone data for easy soft-proofing
Web Job Monitor
Control jobs (start, stop, re-order) via web browser interface.
*Enabler-CMM (ColorPro – In RIP Color Management)
Enabler for ColorPro-Enabled Harlequin RIP provides Accurate high-speed proofing for PostScript and PDF files. Requires ColorPro application.
*Enabler-StarProof
Enabler for StarProof Application – produces high quality screened proofs on inkjet devices. Requires StarProof application.
* Enabler modules do not include the original application
II. Stream RIP
An integral part of any professional prepress system is the RIP. The Escher-Grad Steam RIP easily handles today's pre-press industry file formats, providing advanced screening technology and high-end performance and productivity. See more information
A standalone application for imposing PDF files. Support multiple layouts per job. Intuitive user interface allows easy configuration of complex imposition scheme. Also provide simple flatwork functions to gang up odd jobs for single-sided or double-sided printing.
System Requirements
Base: Dual Core Intel® Xeon® 5120, 4MB Cache, 1.86GHz, 1066MHZ FSB
Additional Processor: Dual Core Intel® Xeon® 5120, 4MB Cache, 1.86GHz, 1066MHZ FSB
Memory: 4GB FB 533MHz Memory (4x1GB dual rank DIMMs
Controller: PERC 5/i Integrated RAID Controller Card
Raid Connectivity: C7 Add-in SATA/SAS HW Raid 5, using the PERC5i controller, 3 Hard Drives
Hard Drive x3: 250GB, SATA, 3.5-inch, 7.200 rpm Hard Drive
Operating System: Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2, Standard Edition with 5 Client Licenses
CD/DVD Drives: 48X DVD/CDRW Combo Drive
Network Cards: Broadcom NetXtreme 5721 Single Port Gigabit Ethernet Teaming NIC, Cu, PCIe x1
Uninterruptible Power Supplies: SC - 750i (480 Watt) Uninterruptible Power Supply, Tower Mount Black
All applications may be run on one system but it is recommended that PDF Imposition is run on a separate workstation.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.