About RIP

RIP is a tool that converts PostScript graphics and text into high-resolution, bitmap images can be output on film, paper, or other suitable media.
PostScript Rip redrawing by identifying each point that forms the image. Following the pattern of dots is formed, printers, Imagesetter, or tape recorder to transfer the pattern into the film or paper.
There are three basic types of RIPs: hardware, software, and software with the hardware component.

• Hardware RIP.
This is a special controller built into the printer or laser Imagesetter, at a certain level to transfer point for the film or other media.

• Software RIP. •

This usually consists of an application and associated device drivers are designed for a specific computer platform.
In this case, the software interprets a PostScript file and create high-resolution bitmapped images.

This file is then sent to a recorder to output film or other media.

RIP software is more flexible than hardware RIP, RIP software must be adapted to work efficiently in a particular environment.

HQ RIP is an example of a software RIP.



• Software RIP with Hardware Components.

This is similar to the RIP software, but with additional hardware such as interface or accelerator card

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