DIY Fiery RIP

Good morning Gents, Has anyone in this forum tried building their own RIP? Basically, it's just a PC that is meant to handle image processing, right?

 

I'm curious about this. I think you also need the interface card and where you take the software?

 

Interesting idea, I'll give you that. I imagine you could achieve a basic RIP of sorts, but to create a user interface like Command Workstation, or incorporate features that directly feed into the digital press would be a huge challenge. Take for example changing toner dither/dot pattern, image shifting or enhancements, Calibration - Come to think of it, a solid 90% of all EFI's job properties would be difficult to replicate.

Of course, if you don't care about the output, a basic RIP would save you a considerable chunk of change. Just simply use the stand alone print driver.