Composition and Role of Software Used in the Machine

The machine is operated by Utility, which is started from the Roland DG Connect Hub. Creation of print data, processing (resizing, decorations such as text and pattern), detailed settings, and printing are performed using FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Edition, but the actual print data is generated using VersaWorks.

Composition


BD-8_AppliComponent1
Utility
This software displays the printer status and configures the printer settings. It mainly performs the following operations.
  • Setting and adjustment functions
  • Management of ink remaining amount
  • Maintenance function
  • Display of messages and error messages
FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Edition*1

This software handles everything from the creation of print data to printing.

VersaWorks

This software converts print data into data that can be printed using a printer.

When FlexiDESIGNER is started, VersaWorks is launched along with it, but when printing from FlexiDESIGNER, this software is not operated directly. However, since VersaWorks is generating the print data, it should be left running when printing.

MEMO

When print data is created by utilizing existing data (.ai, .pdf, etc.) or by using commercially available application software*2, VersaWorks is used to make the necessary settings for printing, and then perform printing.