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Agfa's Cobra software raster image processor (RIP) combines the workstation processing power of a Sun SPARCstation with the exceptional functionality and flexibility of a PostScript Level 2 software RIP. Cobra is based on Adobe's Configurable PostScript Interpreter (CPSI), and runs on a powerful RISC-based Sun workstation. Simple software upgrades will keep you on the cutting edge of functionality. And since Cobra is not tied to dedicated RIP hardware, it can migrate to even more powerful platforms in the future.

The latest version of Cobra technology (2.2) offers the maximum performance available from any Agfa RIP. This high productivity is made possible by the synergy of the powerful Sun SPARC processor chips, the advanced Solaris 2.5 operating system, and the Cobra multithreaded architecture. In addition, users can benefit from the improved quality and capabilities of PostScript Level 2, as well as the optional PixelBurst coprocessor. Cobra is also available with optional Agfa CristalRaster stochastic screening technology, for moiré-free output, and with Agfa Balanced Screening Options software to address special halftoning requirements.

Cobra also provides a wide range of functions on the same platform--including print spooling, multiple output queues, recorder gain calibration, and other job management capabilities--that can help your company take a big leap in productivity.

Get all your Cobra product and technical questions answered in our Imagesetter-RIPs Newsgroup.

Features:

  • Page Description Language: Adobe CPSI PostScript Level 2.

  • 35 PostScript fonts included.

Configuration:

  • Hardware requirements:
    Sun SPARCstation running Solaris 2.4 minimum (2.5 recommended);
    64 MB RAM minimum (128 MB RAM recommended);
    1 GB minimum of hard disk space;
    CD-ROM drive.

Network Solutions:

  • Hardware:
    • Ethernet (standard)
    • LocalTalk (optional Sbus interface card required)
  • Software:
    • UNIX TCP/IP and lpr
    • EtherTalk via Helios Ethershare
    • PC via Helios PC Share


Product Specifications: Cobra

Two award-winning screening technologies
Every Cobra RIP comes standard with Agfa Balanced Screening technology for crisp, moiré-free output on Agfa imagesetters. You can also choose new Agfa CristalRaster technology for use with SelectSet(TM) imagesetters. CristalRaster is a revolutionary stochastic halftoning system that places uniform microdots in random locations to deliver color reproduction free of line screens, moirés, or artifacts of any kind.

A winning combination
Cobra is compatible with Agfa's AccuSet imagesetters, the awardwinning SelectSet line, and the entire ProSet line. With Cobra, you'll get high performance and advanced capabilities for fast, high-quality output today, and an easy upgrade path for the future.

Features
Page Description Language
Adobe CPSI PostScript Level 2

User interface
Fully localized in six languages (English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Japanese)

Fonts
35 PostScript fonts included

Hardware requirements
Sun SPARCstation 20 running Solaris 2.4 minimum (2.5 recommended)
RAM: 64 MB minimum (128 MB recommended)
Hard disk: 1.0 GB minimum
CD-ROM drive

Options
PixelBurst coprocessor
Kanji font software
Agfa MultiStar RIP
Agfa CristalRaster Technology
Agfa Mainstream production server
Agfa Balanced Screening Options Kit

Network Solutions
Hardware
Ethernet (standard)
LocalTalk (Sbus interface card required)

Software
UNIX TCP/IP and lpr
EtherTalk via Helios Ethershare
PC via Helios PC Share


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