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How to Calibrate a Printer (version 6.0+)

The following is a step-by-step guide to the methods used to achieve ISO calibrated output using Serendipity Blackmagic / Megarip version 6.0+. The setup described below is for an Epson 7900 being calibrated to a Fogra 39 standard. Linearisation Curves will be generated using … Continue reading

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File Format Outputs for Blackmagic/Megarip

Serendipity Blackmagic and Megarip have a number of file format outputs as standard. Below are details of the available file formats and the configurable Media options available to each output type. The output resolution and colourspace for the files are … Continue reading

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Serendipity product won’t run on Mac OS X 10.9.x Mavericks after an update

Serendipity Blackmagic / Megarip / Veripress users on Mac OS C 10.9.x Mavericks may encounter a problem running the software after performing an operating system and/or Serendipity software update. PROBLEM After performing either a Mac OS X 10.9.x software update … Continue reading

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Configuring N-Colour Media and Paper Profiles for printers with custom ink sets

Serendipity Blackmagic and Megarip 5.4.02 added a new NColour Ink Configuration function allowing users to profile printers loaded with non-standard replacement ink sets. The interface can define a customised printer ink set including ink colours, light inks and device spot … Continue reading

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Using Advanced Black & White Photo Mode for Epson HTM Media

Serendipity Blackmagic and Megarip support the Advanced Black & White Photo Mode available to particular Epson printer models using HTM or EPD (Epson Precision Dot) drivers. Advanced Black & White mode can be used to produced both neutral and toned … Continue reading

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