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The Output Folder works similarly to the HotFolder Printer Interface used by the Print Server, with the exception that orders are processed directly through Lab 50.# Access Settings > Fulfillment > Output Folder.# On the right panel, the following options are available:# #* Output orders to this location: The folder path to use as the destination folder for the orders. This may be a local folder on the same hard drive as the installation of Lab 50, a secondary drive, or a network drive.

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Note: If a network drive is used as the destination path, ensure there is adequate disk space and the correct permissions are set for Lab 50 to write and modify the images from the order.

    • Output orders automatically: Check the box to process the orders automatically once they are received.
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      Note: Only products that are assigned to print via the Output Folder will be processed automatically.

      # Output photos: Check the box to enable the Output Folder option. Next, you can specify the folder naming scheme that will be used to place image files into subfolders using the following settings:#* Apply templates: By checking this option, the template is automatically rendered with the photo if it is a template based product.#* Format image filenames:
      Use the supported macros listed below to format the image filenames. #** #***
      • %ORDER% - uses for the order number as part of the file
      name#***
      • name
      • %ITEM% - Used for the item number and as a unique identifier (and a required macro to prevent the system from overwriting file names).
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      • %QTY% - indicates the QTY ordered for a given image for a given
      product#***
      • product
      • %PRODUCT% - includes the Product Name output file
      name#***
      • name
      • %FINISH% - includes the Product finish in the output
      name#***
      • name
      • %BORDER% - Adds the paper border type to the file
      name#**
      • name
    • To add a macro to the Filename format string, simply double click on the macro that you want to insert. An example of the formatted filename string is displayed when you insert or remove a macro.#* Use subfolders: This creates a separate folder for each order.#** Use the supported macros list below to format the subfolder name. Double-click to insert and display within the subfolder name format.# After making the necessary changes, press Apply Changes or Save and exit.

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Disk Maker is the legacy built-in burning tool used to create Image CDs. Back Lab Burner is an upgraded version of the Disk Maker which can burn both Image CDs and DVD Cinemas as ordered at the kiosk. Completing a DVD order at Lab 50 frees up the kiosk allowing the next customer to place their order.

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Note: Back Lab Burner requires installation of the Back Lab Burner software on the same machine as Lab 50.

Configuring Disk Maker:

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  1. Access Settings > Fulfillment > Disk Maker.# On the right panel, the following options are available:
  • Include the contents of this directory when creating a disk: By default, the Photo Finale desktop viewing software is included on the Image CD. You can designate another application or add any other additional content to an Image CD order by either changing the content in theC:\APM_FOLDERS\PhotoFinale folder or modifying the folder path to that of the alternate data you wish to include on the disc.
    3. After making the necessary changes, press Apply Changes or Save and exit.
    Configuring Back Lab Burner for Burning Image CDs and DVDs:
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    1. Access Settings > Fulfillment > Back Lab Burner.# On the right panel, the following options are available:
    • Enable Back Lab Burner: Check this box to enable Back Lab Burner.* Temporary Drop Location: The temporary folder used during the burning process.* Products for Back Lab Burner fulfillment: Lists all products that Back Lab Burner can fulfill. Items will need to be checked off to process properly. If a media type is not displayed in the list, you will first need to enable it in the Product Catalog > All Products > Media Products section of Store Management.* Drive: If you have multiple CD/DVD drives installed, select the drive that you would like to use to burn the Image CDs and DVDs.* Default DVD Cinema Options: These options are used for DVD Cinema products offered online.** Title: Title that is displayed at the beginning of the DVD Slideshow.** Menu Theme: Background theme displayed on the Menu screen.** Music: Background music played throughout the slideshow.** Style: Transition style to be used between each photo display.** Frame: Decorative frame that appears on-screen around the photos.
      4. After making the necessary changes, press Apply Changes or Save and exit.

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Certain products, such as photo books and posters, offer the option to process the order in either JPEG or PDF format. If you opt to print using PDF format, there are two supported PDF Interfaces within the Lab 50 software. One option is to print via the Lab 50 Adobe PDF Interface, and the other is via Print Server.
In this section, we will only go over the configuration settings for the Lab 50 Adobe PDF Interface. Although this option is available for processing, we recommend using the PDF interface for the EQ-9800/9850 or the Hot Folder interface via the Print Server for maximum automation and customization. For instructions on how to set up the PDF Printer Interface via Setup Wizard, please see the printer interface guides.
Configuring the Adobe PDF Interface:

  1. Access Settings > Fulfillment > Adobe PDF*.# On the right panel, you can adjust the following:
  • Order drop location: The folder path to use for exporting PDF format orders.* Bleed: Adds fractions of an inch to the output to allow for overbleed settings on the printer. The default value is 0.125 and typically is not modified.
    4. After making the necessary changes, press Apply Changes or Save and exit.
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