DG Designer |
Roland DG Connect Designer is an online platform that offers customers the experience of transforming creative design ideas in a seamless printing process. DG Designer is a proprietary online design application that is enriched with modules and add-on features to support Roland platform. |
Pricing |
| Basic Version – Free with DG Connect account • VC (Visual Communication) Module $16/ month paid subscription, with a 15-day free trial • OD (Object Decoration) Module $16/month paid subscription, with a 15-day free trial • Dimense Module $50/month paid subscription. • AI Image Generation Add-On $16/month paid subscription Optional Cloud Storage for DG Designer 5gb - $3/month 10GB - $5/month 50GB - $8/month |
| General Features • Modular • Scalable • Easy to use • Web browser native • Integrated with Roland VesaWorks 7 |
Features: |
| Connect Basic The basic version of Roland DG Connect Designer is a cloud based, entry level design application inside the Roland DG Connect platform, intended to let Roland device owners create simple print ready designs and send them directly to VersaWorks without needing professional design software. Specific Features • Create designs. • Import shapes and clipart. • Roland Spot Color Support. • Send to VersaWorks directly from DG Designer • Save, open and re-use designs. • Layer support. • Assign Cut and PerfCut to images • Fill pattern with Gloss/White • Alignment tool |
| VC Module A browser based design tool that simplifies everyday sign and graphics workflows by combining basic design, image editing, white ink, and cut line creation—then sending jobs straight to VersaWorks without needing third party software. Specific Functions • All Basic functions, plus: • Import PDF, AI and multi-channel Tiff files. • Export PDF file. • SVG editing. • Robust image editing tools. • Special color layers. • Stroke position control (inside-outside-center on path). • Auto-generate White/Gloss/Primer layers. |
| Object Decoration Module The Object Decoration Module is a specialized module within Roland DG Connect Designer that enables users to design graphics specifically for printing directly onto three dimensional objects, rather than flat media. It extends the core cloud based Designer platform to support product customization and direct to object workflows such as bottles, cases, promotional items, and other shaped substrates. Specific Functions • All Basic functions, plus: • Import PDF, AI and Multi-channel tiff files. • AR-Picture – Use mobile device to upload an AR-Picture into Designer. • Create Position Guides. • Create and assign spot colors. |
| Dimense Module The DIMENSE Module is a specialized expansion module within Roland DG Connect Designer that is purpose built for creating textured, dimensional print designs for the DIMENSE DA 640 printer. It simplifies the entire workflow of designing, previewing, and preparing embossed wallcovering and décor graphics—without requiring advanced design software. Specific Functions • All Basic functions, plus: • Import PDF, AI and Multi-channel tiff files. • Export PDF file. • SVG editing. • Robust image editing tools. • Special color layers. • Stroke position control (inside-outside-center on path). • Dimense design templates. • Print Media Presets. • RDG_Structural Ink support. • Dimense Pattern Library • Dimense 3D Wallpaper visualizer • Dimense Guided Step – By- Step design. • RDG Structural Patter in images. • Dimense Layers. |
| AI Image Generation ADD-On AI Image Generation allows the user to describe the image they want to create or use/upload an image and describe how it should be changed. Then, select the image and start working on it in DG Designer. Image Generate is not a module, it is an Add-On, |
Compatible Roland DG Devices: |
| • AP-640 • BD-8/12 • BN2-20/20A/30 • BY-20 • CO-300/640/300i/640i • ER-641 • ER-642 • LEC2-330/640 • LG-300/540/640 • MG-300/640 • MO-180/240 • SG2-300/540/640 • SG3-300/540 • SG-300/540 • VG3-540/640 • VG2-540/640 • VG-540/640 • XP-640 |
Compatible Roland DG Devices - with limited functionality: |
| • LEF-12i, LEF-200/300 • LEF2-200/300/300D • LEC-330/540 • LEC2-300 • VS-300i/540i/640i • SP-300i/540i • RT-640 • XT-640 • BN-20/20A/20D • RF-640 • XR-640 • EJ-640 • GS2-24 |
VersaWorks™ 7
Product Summary |
| Whether you need an uncomplicated RIP solution for fast and easy printing, or you’re looking to upgrade to the latest, feature-packed RIP software, VersaWorks 7 expands your printer capabilities and maximizes the power of your Roland DG devices. |
Cost |
| Roland DG VersaWorks 7 is included with new purchases of selected Roland DG printers or as a free upgrade for current users of VersaWorks 6. |
Information |
| Now supports MAC OS !! |
| Current Version 7.0.1 |
| Improved market aligned UX (User Interface) for better job listing, improved navigations and fewer mistakes. |
| Enhanced performance for increased processing speed, up to 62% more addressable memory for rasterization. 8192MB Addressable RAM |
| Native 64-bit processing— nest up-to 86 jobs and other increased capabilities. |
| Easier, faster to install – up to 5 times less storage needs by optimizing data usage. |
| Incorporate all VersaWorks 6 features with easy upgrade and no loss in functionality. |
| New automatic search function when adding a new printer. |
| Light and Dark Theme selection. |
| Two main screens for easy navigating. |
| Modular expansion capable. |
| Supports VersaWorks 6 settings. |
| Supports VersaWorks 6 Profiles. |
| Import VersaWorks 6 Jobs. |
| All the tiling, nesting, variable data, color optimization and other advanced tools that have made VersaWorks the preferred software of print and graphics professionals. |
Supported Products |
Print – Print/Cut Devices• BF-16 • BD-12 • BN2-20/20A • XP-640 • TY-300 • MO-180/240 • EU-1000MF (PC Only) • BY-20 • BD-8 • ER-641 • ER-642 • MG-330/640 • UG-641 • CO-33-/640 • LG-330/640 • UG-642 • VG3-540/640 • SG3-300/540 • AP-640 • BN-20 (PC Only) • LEF2-200/300/300D • LEC2-330/640 • LEF-12i • EJ-640 • VG2-540/640 • SG2-300/540 • VF2-640 • VS-300i/540i/640i • RT-640 • XR-640 • SP-300i/540i • LEC2-300 • RF-640 • LEF-12/20/200/300 • LEC-330/540 • LEF-640 • SG-300/540 • VG-540/640 • XF-640 Cutters• GS2-24 • GR2-540/640 (PC Only) • GR-540/640 (PC Only) • GR-420 (PC Only) • GS-24 (PC Only) |
System Requirements |
| PC Operating System - Windows11, Windows10(64bit), Processor - Intel Core i5-4670 RAM - Minimum 8 GB RAM Free hard disk space - RAM Minimum 128 GB Video Card, Display - 1280x1024 pixels or higher is recommended Other - Internet Connection is required Mac Operating System - Mac OS 15, 14, 13 Processor - Apple Silicon RAM - Minimum 8 GB RAM Free hard disk space - Minimum 128 GB Video Card, Display - 1280x1024 pixels or higher is recommended Other - Internet Connection is required |
FAQ |
| Q. Is the Mac version of VersaWorks 7 similar to the PC Version? A. Yes, the two versions are virtually identical. Q. Where do I download VersaWorks 7? A. If DG Connect is installed on the local computer, install VersaWorks 7 using DG Connect Hub. If DG Connectis not already installed on the local computer, visit the Roland Download Center(https://downloadcenter.rolanddg.com) and search for VersaWorks 7. Download and install DG Connect Huband install VersaWorks 7 as indicated above. Q. Can I run my VersaWorks 6 updater to get VersaWorks 7? A. No, VersaWorks 7 requires a fresh installation. Q. Can I install VersaWorks 7 on the same computer as VersaWorks 6? A. Yes, both applications can be installed on the same computer. However, only one application can be run at a time. Q. Can I transfer my VersaWorks 6 settings to my new VersaWorks 7? A. Yes – Install VersaWorks 7, then use the backup/restore function in VersaWorks 6 to transfer backup data from VersaWorks 6 to VersaWorks 7. Q. Do I need an internet connection to operate VersaWorks 7? A. A one-time internet connection is necessary to activate the license for VersaWorks 7. Also, the internet is necessary for downloading configuration files such as profiles, printer authentication, etc. Q. Will VersaWorks 6 profiles work in VersaWorks 7 A. Yes, the .rml files currently supported in VersaWorks 6 are also supported by VersaWorks 7. Q. Will profiles in VersaWorks 7 work in VersaWorks 6? A. No – profiles created in VersaWorks 7 are not compatible with VersaWorks 6. Q. Can I export my .rvw files from VersaWorks 6 and import them into VersaWorks 7? A. Yes, users can manually import a. rvw saved file from VersaWorks 6 into VersaWorks 7. Q. Is online license authentication available for all models using DG Connect Hub? A. No. For EU-1000MF, BF-16 and the cutting series (i.e., GR2-640), online license authentication is not available because Connect Hub does not support them. A user should perform the license authentication manually. For all devices other than those mentioned above, online license authentication is available because Connect Hub supports. |
Roland DG Connect
Cost |
| Multi- User -- $5.00 Storage 5GB -- $3.00 Storage 10GB -- $5.00 Storage 50GB -- $8.00 Business Insights -- $10.00 Sales and Cost Analysis -- $10.00 VersaWorks Backup -- $5.00 Printer Monitoring -- $10.00 Media Inventory Management -- $5.00 PrintAutoMate -- $20.00 |
Features: |
| Device Dashboard – Device status, ink consumption and print job log. |
| Ink Level – Check current ink status. |
| Health Check* – Device Health Diagnostics. |
| Firmware Update |
| Notifications |
| Printer Monitoring* – Live monitoring of multiple devices. |
| Business Dashboard* – ROI capapilities. |
| Product Purchase Bundle - Add DG Connect Features* when purchasing a new printer. Two versions: 1. Includes all available modules except PrintAutoMate - $11.00/Month 2. Includes all available modules, including PrintAutoMate - $17.00/Month *Storage not included |
| Extended Warranty Bundle - Add DG Connect Features* to your Roland Extended Warranty Two versions: 1. Includes all available modules except PrintAutoMate - $11.00/Month 2. Includes all available modules, including PrintAutoMate - $17.00/Month *Storage not included |
Subscription Services: |
| Multi - User Multi-User allows users to view device information registered under different accounts. |
| Storage Cloud storage for VersaWorks Backup and PrintAutoMate 3 Levels - 5GB 10GB 50GB |
| Business Insights Roland DG Connect Business Insights add-on allows you to visualize the operation status of all your devices on a daily, monthly, or annual basis. You will be able to see the differences in operation status of your registered devices, monthly ink consumption, and more. |
| Sales and Cost Analysis The Sales and Cost Analysis add-on allows you to review the details of the print history of all devices and understand the following based on the print history. By understanding the cost of media and ink, it is possible to examine the profitability of the business and the appropriateness of selling prices. |
| VersaWorks Backup The VersaWorks Backup add-on has two functions 1. The printer registration and print queue settings configured in VersaWorks can be backed up automatically. This makes it easy to restore VersaWorks settings if the PC suddenly becomes inoperable or if VersaWorks is reinstalled. 2. Print settings information for jobs output from VersaWorks to a printer is automatically saved to the Roland DG Connect server. By using the print settings backup feature of a VersaWorks job, it is possible to use the same settings when printing again in the event of a problem. |
| Printer Monitoring and Remote Control In Remote Monitoring and Control, you can check the operational status of the device you are using in real-time. In the printer monitoring screen, you can view various information about the device at a glance. Key Features of Remote Monitoring and Control ・You can check various information in real-time, such as the operational status of the printer you are using and the remaining ink levels. ・You can freely rearrange the display position of the printer in the screen as you like. Please feel free to arrange the widgets according to your actual printer's layout. ・You can remotely operate various functions such as Sub Power ON/OFF. |
| Media Inventory Management By simply setting up the media using this feature, the printer can automatically recognize the media settings and media remaining length and complete set up. Additionally, in Roland DG Connect, you can check the remaining media length for the media in stock and quickly identify the available media for the desired print length. Moreover, the printer automatically prints the media remaining length during sheet cutting, allowing you to visually check the remaining length on the media roll. * Media Inventory Management supported models: VG3-640/540, SG3-540/300, XP-640 * Media Inventory Management supported media: Transparent media and other media for which the sensor cannot read the remaining media ID mark are not supported. |
| PrintAutoMate PrintAutoMate is a software service that seamlessly manages the entire process from acquiring data from e-commerce, creating print data easily, assigning print tasks to operators, to executing printing with a single click. |
Compatible Roland DG Devices: |
| • AP-640 • BD-8/12 • BN2-20/20A/30 • BY-20 • CO-300/640/300i/640i • ER-641 • ER-642 • LEC2-330/640 • LG-300/540/640 • MG-300/640 • MO-180/240 • SG2-300/540/640 • SG3-300/540 • SG-300/540 • VG3-540/640 • VG2-540/640 • VG-540/640 • XP-640 |
Compatible Roland DG Devices - with limited functionality: |
| • LEF-12i, LEF-200/300 • LEF2-200/300/300D • LEC-330/540 • LEC2-300 • VS-300i/540i/640i • SP-300i/540i • RT-640 • XT-640 • BN-20/20A/20D • RF-640 • XR-640 • EJ-640 • GS2-24 |
VersaWorks™ 6
ErgoSoft Roland Edition 3
Cost |
| Bundled with Texart Dye-Sublimation printers |
Information |
| New Aurelon PDF RIP engine |
| RIP processing speed increased up to 1.5 x |
| Color-correct previews of PDF files prior to printing |
| New rectangular image nesting |
| New Printer Pool option to optimize production in multi-printer environments |
| New included features like Variable Data and unlimited Hot Folders |
| RIP up to 8 jobs simultaneously |
Supported Products |
| RT-640 RT-640M XT-640 |