LFP - Large-Format-Printing
ROLAND INTRODUCES NEW VERSION OF THE INDUSTRY-LEADING SOLJET PRO III XC-540 PRINTER/CUTTER
Monday 18. February 2008 - Roland DG Corporation, a leading worldwide provider of wide-format inkjet printers and integrated printer/cutters, today introduced a powerful new version of its SolJet PRO III XC-540 printer/cutter featuring revolutionary new Roland Intelligent Pass Control technology and additional enhancements that deliver even higher levels of speed, print quality and versatility.
The SolJet PRO III XC-540 printer/cutter is widely recognised as the industry’s highest performing and most flexible production tool for a wide variety of applications, including partial and full vehicle wraps and graphics, signs, point-of-purchase (POP) displays, banners, labels, decals and more. The new XC-540 is Rolands most advanced 54-inch printer/cutter ever, offering all the advantages of the companys revolutionary new Roland Intelligent Pass Control technology. This new feature is a combination of Rolands VersaWorks RIP and printer firmware that doubles the XC-540s productivity in standard print mode on vinyl*1. Roland DGs Intelligent Pass Control precisely controls dot placement to enhance print quality in every print mode by creating even smoother gradations, flawless solid colours and no visible banding.
The new XC-540 features award-winning Eco-Sol Max inks and is available in two models: the XC-540 in six-colour CMYKLcLm and four-colour CMYK configurations, and the XC-540W model equipped with five-colour CMYK+W ink set that features Rolands new white Eco-Sol Max ink.
When paired with transparent and opaque media, including gold and silver reflective substrates used for labels and decals, the XC-540W and white Eco-Sol Max ink offer shops the flexibility to print in three configurations for added versatility: CMYK plus white, white only and CMYK. The XC-540W prints highlights, graphics and text on transparent media for a range of unique, profitable applications including decorative window films, packaging comps, signs, labels, decals and POP displays. In addition, the white Eco-Sol Max ink can be printed as an undercoat to increase the opacity and vividness of four- colour printing.
Both XC-540 models come with powerful Roland VersaWorks RIP software, including the Roland Colour System for spot colour matching, variable data printing, and the Max Impact preset for richer colour contrast, outstanding image quality and maximum productivity. The new models also feature upgraded media flanges that securely support media tracking for precision printing through long, unattended production runs.
New SolJet PRO III XC-540 Printer/Cutter Series Features:
l Industry-leading 54-inch Roland printer/cutter line delivers the highest levels of speed and performance across a wide variety of precision applications
l New Roland Intelligent Pass Control system for optimum print quality overall and twice the productivity in standard print mode on vinyl*1
l Two models available
Ø XC-540 for six-colour CMYKLcLm or four-colour CMYK printing
Ø XC-540W for added versatility: CMYK + white, white only, and CMYK printing options
² White ink model adds business value with profitable new applications such as packaging comps and decorative window films
l Powerful Roland VersaWorks RIP software included
Ø Roland Colour System for precision spot colour matching, ideal for corporate colours and logos
Ø Variable data printing for easy custom prints, including variable photos and text – perfect for POP displays, name cards, serial number labels, posters and more
Ø The Max Impact and default presets
² ensures vibrant colours for outdoor signs that stand out, even at a
distance
² default preset faithfully reproduces natural colours with superb gradations
– perfect for indoor backlits and other applications that are viewed up close
l Eco-Sol Max ink in 220cc or 440cc cartridges
Ø Exceptional image quality and vivid colours with outstanding ink density,
opacity and wider colour gamut
Ø Supports a wide range of uncoated media for lower production costs
Ø Highly durable and scratch resistant for easy handling through finishing
and installation processes
Ø User-friendly, virtually odourless and competitively priced to maximise
profits
Ø Now available in white for the XC-540W (220cc cartridges only)
l Newly upgraded media flanges for precision tracking during longer jobs
l Automated media take-up system included*2 supporting rolls up to 30kg (66
lbs.)