Boosting productivity beyond the ordinary
New software release for Océ TCS500
Venlo, the Netherlands, 21 February 2007 — The Océ TCS500's productivity goes beyond current limits with the latest PLC release. This new software incorporates Océ Print Exec® Basic which allows easy preparation and submission of files as well as entire print jobs. Release 1.3 also boosts the system's processing power, making it even more productive. The software also optimises workflow through JPEG compression, optional dynamic switching, improved folder integration and enhanced ink monitoring.
Easier job submission
A printer's productivity depends on more than just speed. The new PLC release 1.3 boosts the 
Océ TCS500's productivity by enhancing the entire workflow. Starting with job submission, the software now incorporates Océ Print Exec® Basic as a standard. This lighter version of Océ's powerful TDS/TCS software allows easy preparation and submission of files or even whole print jobs. If increased functionality is required for more complex print jobs, users can easily upgrade to Océ Print Exec® Workgroup.
Improved processing power
Once a job been submitted, it has to be processed. The Océ TCS500's processing power has always been outstanding but this latest software release takes it even further. Large, complex HPGL, PDF and PS files are processed much faster. In addition, rotation of these files takes much less time than it used to. In some cases file processing is 50 times faster than before.
More manageable files through JPEG compression
The new 1.3 release also incorporates improvements requested by customers. One of these is support for JPEG files. When scanning in colour or grey scale, users can now generate JPEG files directly. This reduces file size considerably without sacrificing image quality. They can also generate much smaller PDF files using JPEG compression. Added to this, JPEG files can be submitted to the system directly and converted in standard ways.
Optional dynamic switching
Another example of how Océ has listened to its customers is the optional dynamic switching. In release mode, the printer automatically detects area fills and slows down to safeguard print quality. However, not all release documents require such high image quality. As a result, users can now disable dynamic switching in release mode when printing on uncoated media. This new function is ideal for workflows demanding a trade-off between speed and image quality.
Improved folder integration
After a job has been printed, finishing may still be required before the plot can be used. The Océ TCS500 optimises workflow by offering automatic media selection on a multi-roll system. This delivers plots that do not need trimming. The new releases enhances workflow even more through online folder support. This means that users can switch the folder on and off from their workstations or the user panel.
Enhanced ink monitoring
Productivity also depends on reliability. Until now it was only possible to monitor the Océ TCS500's total ink consumption and the amount of ink left. The latest release incorporates a new interface in Océ Account Center that details the amount of ink used per colour and per printhead. This allows commercial printers to calculate the quantity of ink used for a customer job and charge accordingly. In corporate environments and facility management, it can be used to track weekly ink consumption and ensure sufficient supplies.
The new 1.3 release also incorporates improvements requested by customers. One of these is support for JPEG files. When scanning in colour or grey scale, users can now generate JPEG files directly. This reduces file size considerably without sacrificing image quality. They can also generate much smaller PDF files using JPEG compression. Added to this, JPEG files can be submitted to the system directly and converted in standard ways.
For more information contact:
Nick Gale
Manager Media Relations
Océ Technologies
Tel.: +31.77.359.5628
Email: nick.gale@oce.com