PREPRESS PRESS

Trendsetter 3230+

CtP-recorders, designed with your Speedmasters in mind

POSTPRESS

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CtP is all well and good • but you need the experi-ence to go with it.After all, the younger a technol-ogy is, the more important know-how becomes.When you opt for Heidelberg, you get all the com-ponents from prepress to postpress at the same high level. The Trendsetter is therefore the perfectplate supplier for your Speedmaster – combining versatility, reliability and uncompromising quality.

CtP and Heidelberg – it’s one and the same thing

When you are entering new territory, you can easily lose

your way. That’s why it is all the more important to have

a partner who knows his way around. CtP is virgin terri-

tory for many companies. But not for Heidelberg® – the

company that pioneered this technology and has amassed

vast experience. You know you can rely on Heidelberg to

help you in your adventure to future success and unleash

the production reserves made possible by generating

printing plates directly from the digital database. The

Trendsetter™ 3230+ the building block that ensures you

get the CtP technology you have promised yourself.

There’s an obvious link between everything digital

We have the system to prove it

Printshops and service providers frequently find out to

their cost that digitisation alone is no guarantee of suc-

cess. To make a digital workflow fast, reliable and geared

to quality, a complete system solution needs to be put in

place. Regardless of whether you are delivering a purely

prepress service or whether the workflow extends from

the front-end to the printing press, the system must be suf-

ficiently flexible to be able to adapt smoothly to changes

in the order structure. This is why Heidelberg gives you

much more than individual components when you order

a Trendsetter – it also assumes full responsibility for

ensuring that the entire workflow functions correctly.

The Trendsetter series – CtPfrom Heidelberg, a future builton experience.

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The Trendsetter shows that we can build CtPimagesetters • Over 1000 satisfied customersshow that they are an investment that pays divi-dends. And the fact that other manufacturers base their units on ours shows that our technol-ogy is streets ahead of the rest.

Productivity? Not a problem, rather a design priority

Only someone who has never had a Trendsetter will ask

about its productivity in creating printing plates. It is

a question long since answered to the satisfaction of over

1000 existing owners. Their Trendsetters work efficiently,

reliably and with high repeat accuracy. They can handle

all jobs with flexibility, can impress their customers with

the Heidelberg name and have an easier job of meeting

their customers’ high price/performance expectations

than do other suppliers. They see the Trendsetter front-end

system from Heidelberg as a major step towards a highly

profitable future.

As precise as a chronometer – as strong as a jeep

The Trendsetter’s revolutionary thermal technology

ensures professional results every time. All models in the

Trendsetter series are geared to unrivalled productivity,

excellent quality, high reliability and flexibility – in fact

everything that customers want on today’s market. Ease

of operation and calibration and optimum process checks

made possible by functions such as the autofocus feature

and automatic temperature compensation will make

your life easier. And the fact that Trendsetters are flexible

enough to respond to changes in market needs means

they are sure to retain their value for many years to come.

You gain flexibility and productivity without compromising quality.

Time saved: CtP v. conventional

Imaging

Mounting

Press makeready time

Corrections

Times with Trendsetter

Time saved

Times with filmsetter

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The Trendsetter is a tasty morsel for technology gourmets • The outside drum,autofocus feature,thermal laser head,automatic temperature com-pensation and much, much more all combine to ensure tangible advantages in practice.

The lens system guarantees error-freeimaging of the printing plate, even if individual emitters fail.

1 Laser diodes

2 Laser beams

3 Lens system

4 Bundled laser light

5 Light valves

6 Imaged dots

7 Drum with printing plate

Hot lasers and thermal plates

give us the competitive edge

Unlike conventional CtP recorders which uses light-

sensitive plates, Heidelberg uses thermal technology

to create image dots on the printing plate. And because

thermal printing plates only react to heat, they are

insensitive to visible light and therefore allow you to

work under daylight conditions,doing away with the

dark room.

Each Trendsetter creates image dots of unrivalled

sharpness and precision. Dot gain following processing

is now history.

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TheTrendsetter 3230+ is a further

development of the successful 3230 series

Equipped with all the benefits of Heidelberg technol-

ogy, the new Trendsetter 3230+ series provides solutions

capable of satisfying all requirements in the 50 370 for-

mat, coupling absolute quality with exceptional produc-

tivity of up to 25 plates/h. Options such as Autoload,

Spectrum and processless plates ensure a unique level

of flexibility.

Trendsetter 3230+F Fast-Modell

Trendsetter 3230+V Very Fast-Modell

Option for processless plates

Spectrum option for halftone-proofs

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The tried-and-trusted technology of the Trendsetter

3230+ series can image thermal CtP plates across the

entire spectrum of small-format presses. The wide

range of options allows you to optimise productivity

to match your precise needs.

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One of the most important options for the Trendsetter

3230+ is the automatic mode with Autoload option.

Plates are loaded, imaged, unloaded and punched using

the optional Autopunch system without any need for

intervention by the operator, thereby increasing

productivity considerably. Manual operation is also

possible.

Trendsetter 3230+F AL Fast with Autoload

Trendsetter 3230+V AL Very Fast with Autoload

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An optimum workflow solution is vital for the success of a CtP system • Heidelberg can offer you two alternatives from which you can select the most suitable, depending on your system environment and requirements profile. Both are of modular design, can be scaled up and can even be combined with each other.

Delta Technology is more than just a RIP

Delta Technology is a complete system which makes

the workflow faster and more flexible by combining

various functions into automatic sequences. In addition

to print spooling, image management and OPI services,

Delta Technology also supports additional options such

as trapping, proofing, imposition using Delta lists and

offline production. The Delta Tower processes the RIP-

generated data for the Trendsetter and screens it using

the high-quality irrational Screening™ (I.S.) method.

Diamond Screening® and MegaDot screening are also

supported. The major advantage of Delta Technology

is the R.O.O.M. concept, which means that data once rip-

ped can be used for both proofing and imaging. This not

only saves you valuable time, but also boosts reliability,

since additional RIP runs are no longer needed.

Prinergy: PDF workflow management for prepress

output based on state-of-the-art technology

Prinergy™ makes consistent use of Adobe Extreme™ 4.0

with its components PDF 1.3 and Adobe™ Portable Job

Tickets and thereby sets new standards in the industry.

After data is imported in a whole range of formats, it is

converted to PDF. This is followed by a whole gamut of

processing operations ranging from trapping, colour

management and proofing to impositioning, output and

archiving – and all are performed using the compact

PDF data format. The greatly-reduced quantity of data

compared with PostScript™ lowers transmission times

and thereby cuts transmission costs.

Another unique feature is the fact that work steps are

combined into process plans and are processed automati-

cally in Job Ticket processors. This means that e.g. the

preflight check, or correction, normalisation, trapping,

colour management, spot colour handling and page

proofing can all be performed in a single operation. The

operator does not need to intervene in any way.

The integrated database is also unique. This makes the

entire digital prepress process predictable and transpar-

ent, creates a basis for efficient production planning and

teamwork, is an excellent communications tool and also

allows you to dispatch jobs based on processing status and

to assign job priorities.

Full-sheet assembly with Signastation

The Signastation® is Heidelberg’s solution for digital

production of full sheets in general commercial and

packaging printing under full visual control.

It makes consistent use of the CIP3 Print Production

Format and employs it to reliably link the press and

postpress stages in order to minimise setup times, waste

and errors.

What is important is the abilityto access data in every phaseof the work wherever you are.

Modular solutions over the entire production chain

Layout stations

Prinergy

Proof

Delta Technology

Signastation

• Refining: Data optimisation,normalisation to PDF, colourmanagement, trapping andgeneration of thumbnailimages.

• Archiv/page management: The PDF pages are assigned to an imposition layout.

• Form proof: Sheet-based proof or matching the imposition layout. Optional: Double-sided proof (recto and verso on a single sheet)

• Workflow: R.O.O.M. (Rip Once Output Many) based on Delta lists.

• Input formats: PDF 1.3, PS Level 1, 2,3.

• Options: OPI, Trapping, CIP3.• Impositioning: based on

Delta lists.

• Digital full-sheet creation withconsistent integration of theCIP3 Print Production Format.

• Colour proof: Page-basedproof for colour matchingcontone procedures (e.g. inkjet) with colour management halftoneprocedures (e.g. thermal laser), with donor sheetsmatched to printing standards.

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Trendsetter 3230+ Printing plates

Speedmaster® SM 52/74

Printmaster® QM 46/GTO® 52

• Thermal offset printing plates, for negative imaging, with subsequent prehead furnace and processing unit.

• Thermal offset printing plates, for positive imaging, withsubsequent processing unit.

• Thermal, processless offset printing plates.

All Trendsetters are equipped with a Class I laser and comply with IEC Standard 825-1 and US Federal Regulations 21 CFR1040.10 and 1040.11 – CDRH.

Heidelberg’s service products support the entire pro-

duction chain and guarantee production based on the

high technical quality standards of Heidelberg AG.

Because the Trendsetter is a key player in the route

to the press, it has been equipped with a remote facility.

If required, the Trendsetter can be addressed and

analysed directly from a Heidelberg Service Center.

When disruptions occur, this analysis allows the

necessary measures to be implemented swiftly and

comprehensively. Spare parts and service engineers are

then coordinated and deployed by the Service Center.

Regular remote service guarantees an optimized

workflow and high reliability in production.

The Heidelberg Service Products

• Remote Service

• Fitness Check

• Preventive Maintenance

• Full Service

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Borders are dissolving. And that is why the Heidelberg

Group has evolved into a global player for modern print

solutions. But also within the world of printing, borders

are rapidly vanishing. The previously separate realms of

prepress, press and postpress are increasingly merging

within the scope of integrated solutions. Heidelberg has

played a central role in driving this dynamic process.

And our goal is still to play a leading part in shaping the

future of the graphic arts industry.

Customer focus is our policy. No matter whether we

are dealing with family-run operations or large corpo-

rations – our modular components offer them tailored

solutions ranging from individual products to entire

workf lows. Heidelberg covers every stage of the print

process chain with products and services that define the

future of the graphic arts. Our customers can count on

having a competent, reliable partner ready to support

them in all areas – 365 days a year, from 250 sales and

service centers worldwide.

By establishing the Print Media Academy, we have

created an international center for innovation, communi-

cation and training that not only covers classical training

of printers and mechanics, but also blazes new trails by

offering an advanced course for print managers.

By establishing the Print Media Academy, Heidelbergis providing the global graphic arts community with aunique center for sharing knowledge.

Heidelberg – Solutions for the Entire Printing and Publishing Business • Our commitment is tobeing the best partner to the graphic arts industry,offering forward-looking solutions. Worldwide –Heidelberg is where your needs are met.

Our focus: the customer. Heidelberg provides custom-designed printing solutions for large and small companies.

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TrademarksDiamond Screening, GTO, Heidelberg, Heidelberg Antiqua, Heidelberg Gothic, Quickmaster, Signastation and Speedmaster are registered trademarks; Delta and I.S. Screening are trademarks of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Aktiengesellschaft. Adobe, Adobe Extreme and PostScript are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated, which may be registered in certain jurisdictions.Prinergy, Trendsetter, Trendsetter Spectrum and other productsof Creo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Creo Products Incorporated.

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Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG

Kurfuersten-Anlage 52 – 60

69115 Heidelberg

Germany

Phone +49-62 21-92-00

Fax +49-62 21-92-69 99

www.heidelberg.com

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OImprintPrinting date: 04/00Printing plate production: CtPPrinting: Heidelberg SpeedmasterFonts: Heidelberg Gothic, Heidelberg Antiqua

TrademarksDiamond Screening, GTO, Heidelberg, Heidelberg Antiqua, Heidelberg Gothic, Quickmaster, Signastation and Speedmaster are registered trademarks; Delta and I.S. Screening are trademarks of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Aktiengesellschaft. Adobe, Adobe Extreme and PostScript are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated, which may be registered in certain jurisdictions.Prinergy, Trendsetter, Trendsetter Spectrum and other productsof Creo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Creo Products Incorporated.

Subject to construction modifications and other changes.

Heidelberg USA

Corporate Office – Atlanta

Heidelberg USA, Inc.

1000 Gutenberg Drive

Kennesaw, GA 30144

USA

Phone: 770-419-6500

Fax: 770-794-6272

www.heidelbergusa.com

Heidelberg Canada

Corporate Office –Toronto

Heidelberg Canada

50 Worcester Road

Etobicoke, Ontario M9W 5X2

Canada

Phone: 416-675-2700

Fax: 416-674-6849