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The preprocessor is an optional step used where the input file is not a standard Windows ASCII text file. The preprocessor recognizes control characters in the file and emulates the normal print controller functionality. It creates an identical image of the document as if it were printed on an actual printer.

 

Very simple ASCII test files can be processed by a generic preprocessor; other, more complex output streams like AS400 spools have to be preprocessed by a special pre-processing DLL.

 

Pre-processor DLLs

We have created a DLL for AS400 spools (contact your local Canon representative). This can then be tested with a sample file. We recommend you analyze the content of the file to make sure that the AS400 output was exported properly with its printing codes, in order to be able to de-compress the content and to emulate the line printer properly.

 

Generic preprocessor

A right-click on the Preprocessor object displays its context menu.

New...

Opens the Preprocessor Settings and allows a new preprocessor to be defined.

 

New Image Preprocessor...

Opens Image Preprocessor Settings and allows a new image preprocessor to be defined. This allows you to enhance images that are being saved by the Content Connector.

Test Preprocessor DLL...

Open a dialog where the preprocessor dll can be tested.

New Folder

A folder structure can be created to better organize created objects.

 

Export...

Export preprocessor profiles.

 

A right-click on a specific preprocessor displays its context menu.

Open Preprocessor

Opens the Preprocessor Settings and allows it to be edited.

 

Delete Preprocessor

The selected preprocessor can be deleted.

 

Test Preprocessor DLL...

Open a dialog where the preprocessor can be tested.

 

Export...

Export the preprocessor profile.