Choose Paper Catalog settings
When creating a Paper Catalog entry, Administrators can choose from two sets of media attributes: Printer (PPD) based and JDF (Job Definition Format).
The PPD set of media attributes are specific to the Fiery server. The name of each setting is standard across devices, but the list of possible options varies. The PPD settings are the default. The PPD set is recommended for new and intermediate users.
The JDF set of media attributes comes from the printing industry standard specifications for Job Definition Format. This set of media attributes is not specific to the Fiery server, and allows for smooth mapping of media definitions from MIS-job submission workflows. The JDF set is recommended for advanced users familiar with the JDF workflow.
Note: The Fiery server must support JDF printing and the feature must be enabled in Configure.
Some of the media attributes are common to both sets, although the naming may be slightly different. The JDF set provides more granularity.
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Open Paper Catalog in one of the following ways:
- If a Paper Catalog icon has been added to the Job Center toolbar, click the Paper Catalog icon.
- Click Paper Catalog in the Server menu.
- Click the More icon (three dots) next to the Fiery server in the Servers list and select Device Center. In Device Center, click Paper Catalog under Resources.
- Click the More icon (three dots) next to the Fiery server in the Servers list and select Paper Catalog.
- Click Settings in the Paper Catalog menu bar.
- Select either PPD based or JDF based for Specification to use.