Explore What Serendipity Megarip Can Do
From versatile RIP management to precise, high-quality print output across multiple devices, Serendipity Megarip delivers the control, efficiency, and reliability modern print operations need.
Discover the range of product features, job controls, and workflow tools designed to optimise your printing process.
Colour Management
True 16-bit Processing
Experience flawless gradients and vibrant hues with powerful 16-bit processing.
ICC v4.2 Compliance
Achieve predictable and consistent colour matching across all your devices.
Black Point Compensation
Capture the full dynamic range of your images for rich, detailed shadows.
Calcheck Charts
Ensure your prints are always on target with built-in verification and calibration charts.
Accurate, Reliable Prints Every Time
Serendipity Megarip delivers a fully ICC v4.2 compliant colour management system that ensures every print is accurate, consistent, and vibrant. With true 16-bit colour processing, your images maintain full dynamic range and subtle detail across any media. Key benefits include:
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ICC v4.2 Compliance – Industry-standard colour management for predictable results.
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16-bit Colour Processing – Smooth gradients and precise colour transitions for high-quality prints.
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Black Point Compensation – Maintains detail in shadows and highlights for optimal dynamic range.
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Colour Verification – Built-in Calcheck charts and verification tools to ensure prints match intended output.
Workflow
Multi-Format Support
Seamlessly submit TIFF, JPEG, PNG, PSD, PDF, and PostScript file formats.
Reusable Jobtickets
Save and reuse Jobtickets to guarantee consistent, repeatable reprints across printers.
Drop Folder Automation
Automate your workflow by simply dragging and dropping jobs into a folder.
Automatic Nesting
Reduce waste and cutting with intelligent, media-saving layout automation.
Smart, Flexible Job Management
Serendipity Megarip lets you submit jobs and manage print queues from a single, centralised interface. Key benefits include:
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Multiple Submission Methods - Send jobs via Drop Folders, DropZones, direct application submission, or network-published Pagesetups for faster, hands-off processing.
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Job Monitoring & Control – Track progress, hold, release, or re-prioritise jobs using the Jobs interface and QueueManager windows.
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Layout & Automation Tools – Integrate Studio templates, step-and-repeat, and automatic nesting to reduce media waste and speed production.
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Seamless Integration – Combine workflows with colour management, soft proofing, and printer control to ensure every job prints exactly as intended.
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Scalable & Reliable – Back up configurations, and manage media, Pagesetups, and Jobtickets through the Workbench.
Drop Folders & Drop Areas – Automated Job Submission
Simplify production by submitting files through either Drop Folders or Drop Areas, both designed to automate processing and reduce errors. Drop Folders allow files to be placed into a designated folder—the system automatically applies pre-configured workflow settings, including colour profiles, layout, and print modes—before sending it to the correct printer.
Files can be submitted to DropAreas in the Serendipity Client by dragging them onto a DropZone. DropZones are user-defined areas where DropSpots—combinations of Pagesetups, Media, and Jobticket information—can be added. Once a DropSpot is added, any file dropped into the DropZone is automatically processed using the assigned settings.
Ideal for high-volume or repetitive jobs, multiple drop folders can be set up for different job types, enabling users to process files with a single click while maintaining consistent, reliable output.
Jobtickets – Streamlined Job Control
Jobtickets streamline print production by storing all job-specific settings for reliable, repeatable results. They control everything from ICC colour management and press input profiles to resolution, scaling, and step-and-repeat layouts. Calcheck integration adds verification to ensure colour accuracy, while rendering effects, fitting, and rotation tools give operators precise control. Apply a Jobticket to any new or repeat job in a single click to cut setup time, minimise errors, and maintain consistency across workflows.
Studio & Layouts
Layout & Imposition
Easily manage and arrange multiple jobs on a single sheet to reduce media consumption.
Templates
Save and reuse custom layouts for faster, consistent production.
Tiling & Billboards
Split oversized jobs into smaller, manageable sections for large-format printing, with automatic overlap control.
Step & Repeat Printing
Print repeat patterns, textiles, or large runs quickly and efficiently.
Intuitive, Efficient Print Design
Serendipity Megarip’s Studio application gives users a drag-and-drop interface to create and manage print layouts for any media or size. Automatic tools simplify complex tasks, saving time, reducing waste, and ensuring consistent results across multiple prints. Key benefits include:
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Drag-and-Drop Studio Interface – Quickly arrange images, graphics, and templates in a visual workspace.
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Multi-Image Layouts – Combine several images into a single print job for more complex designs.
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Nesting – Minimise media waste by automatically arranging jobs using intelligent layout algorithms.
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Canvas Wrap & Tiling – Prepare gallery wraps with mirrored or coloured edges, and tile images for oversized prints or billboards.
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Step-and-Repeat – Easily duplicate images for large runs or textile patterns.
Studio Templates – Automated Layouts with Jobtickets
Save time and ensure consistency by linking Studio templates directly to Jobtickets.
Templates with specific frame layouts can be applied automatically whenever a job is submitted. Each job is placed into any available frame according to the template, streamlining batch processing and reducing manual effort.
This feature bridges creative layout flexibility with automated workflow, making repeatable production faster and more reliable.
Soft Proofing
Calcheck Managed
Stay confident in your colour accuracy with at-a-glance monitor calibration status.
Virtual Loupe
Inspect fine details and print quality with a digital loupe for pixel-perfect accuracy.
Real-time Zooming
Instantly zoom in and out of your files to check details with no lag.
Monitor Calibration
Ensure what you see on screen is an accurate representation of your final print.
On-Screen Print Preview
Serendipity Megarip’s soft proofing lets photographers, designers, and print operators preview their images as they will appear in final output. By combining colour-managed accuracy with easy-to-use inspection tools, it ensures every photo, poster, or display print is checked before hitting the printer. Key benefits include:
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Colour-True Previews – See how your work will print with ICC-managed accuracy, maintaining vibrancy and tonal detail.
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Detail Confidence – Zoom in to check sharpness, gradients, and fine elements before committing to large-format or high-value prints.
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Layout Assurance – Verify image placement, borders, and orientation to ensure the final piece matches your vision before committing to print.
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Consistent Results – Keep screen and print aligned through calibration and quick verification tools.
Displays – Accurate Monitor Calibration
Ensure your on-screen proofs reflect true print colours with Displays, the monitor calibration tool built for precise colour management. Key features include:
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Generate ICC profiles for monitors to maintain consistent, accurate soft proofing.
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Automatically adjust gamma, brightness, and white point for your proofing environment.
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Calibrate screens, light booths, or measure ambient lighting with supported devices.
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Keep monitors accurate to press-proofing standards with Calcheck integration.
Printer Control
Real-time Status Monitoring
Monitor ink levels, print queues, and device status in real-time to prevent unexpected downtime.
Automated Maintenance
Schedule and run automated cleaning and diagnostic prints to keep your printers in top condition.
Load Balancing
Boost efficiency by automatically distributing jobs across multiple printers.
Intelligent Ink Limiting
Optimise your ink usage with smart limiting and dot selection.
Printer Control – Precision at Every Stage
Take complete control of your print environment with Serendipity Megarip’s advanced printer management features. From job submission through to final output and maintenance, every stage is optimised for accuracy, consistency, and efficiency. Key features include:
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Submit files from your desktop, hot folders, or integrated apps, then monitor progress in real time with detailed job tracking and printer status displays.
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Print to multiple output queues and devices simultaneously, with intelligent Load Balancing to distribute jobs evenly.
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Tailor colour output to each substrate with precise paper profiling and ink limiting for optimal density and reduced waste, or download pre-configured printer setups from the online Media Catalogue.
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Use the Lineariser application to calibrate ink channels and maintain grey balance, ensuring reliable colour predictability.
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Apply advanced screening methods, N-Colour modes, step-and-repeat, nesting, fitting, and rotation to match any workflow.
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Automate nozzle checks, cleaning, and Calcheck verification while monitoring ink levels, media usage, and calibration status at a glance.
Lineariser – Perfect Colour Every Time
Maintain precise, predictable colour with the Lineariser application. Calibrate your printed ink channels to a defined, reproducible state, and reset your printer colour if it drifts over time. Key benefits:
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Accurate Ink Calibration – Grey-balance and linearise every ink channel for consistent output.
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Media Integration – Assign linearisation curves directly to Media after paper profiling.
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Foundation for ICC Profiles – Ensure stable, predictable colour before ICC profiling for ultimate fidelity.
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Easy Maintenance – Quickly re-linearise to restore consistent colour output.
User Experience
Unlimited Users & Printers
Scale your business without being limited by expensive per-seat or per-printer licensing fees.
Custom Interface
Personalise your workspace with themes and tabs that fit your specific workflow.
Secure Access Mode
Restrict feature access and protect jobs with integrated secure system modes.
Cross-Platform Compatibility
Work seamlessly across Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.
Flexible, Scalable, Personalised
Serendipity Megarip combines power and simplicity, giving operators a professional print environment that adapts to their needs. Its server/client architecture supports unlimited users and printers at no extra cost, ensuring both scalability and value. Key benefits include:
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Unlimited Users & Printers – Add as many users and supported print devices as needed, scaling seamlessly with your business.
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Customisable Interface – Personalise the Serendipity Client with workflow tabs, themes, and dark mode integration.
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Secure Mode Access – Assign permissions and restrict access to sensitive job data for greater control.
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Cross-Platform Support – Operate consistently across Windows, macOS, and Linux environments.
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Job Management – Monitor, track, and customise real-time job views to fit individual workflows.
Screen Printing
Automatic Separations
Automatically split files into process and spot ink plates for precise film printing.
Configurable Screening
Fine-tune your output with full control over dot shape, angle, and frequency.
Individual Plate Screening
Apply different screening methods to each plate for ultimate control.
Supercell Mode
Achieve sharper halftones and smoother dot shapes for high-quality screen output.
Accurate, Press-Ready Films
Serendipity Megarip’s Screen Printing functionality is purpose-built for producing high-quality film separations on inkjet printers. Professional halftone rendering, enhanced film density, and advanced screening controls, deliver reliable, press-ready films every time. Key capabilities:
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Professional Halftones – Output crisp black separations using precise halftone dots at industry-standard screen angles.
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Customisable Screening – Adjust dot shape, frequency, and angle for each colour channel, tailoring results to your press requirements.
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Enhanced Film Density – Overlay additional inks or alter film hue to achieve light-blocking, production-ready density.
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Process & Spot Ink Support – Automatically separates files into individual plates, each rendered as a black halftone.
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Supercell Mode – Activate advanced screening to produce sharper dots and exceptionally high-quality halftone output.
System & Administration
User & Permissions
Manage user access levels and define roles to control what each team member can do within the system.
Backup & Redundancy
Secure your system with reliable backup tools for peace of mind.
Serendipity Updater
Stay up-to-date with automatic software, driver, and patch management.
Flexible Licensing
Choose a licensing method that best suits your workflow and operational needs.
System & Administration – Secure, Scalable, Reliable
Serendipity Megarip provides robust system management tools to keep your printing environment secure, up-to-date, and fully backed up. From user permissions to automated archiving, everything is designed to give administrators control and peace of mind. Key capabilities include:
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User Permissions & Secure Mode – Manage individual accounts, assign group-based permissions, and restrict access to sensitive functions. Automatic login for trusted machines simplifies access while keeping your system secure.
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Software Updates with Serendipity Updater – Check for, download, and install updates, drivers, and patches on your schedule, ensuring your system is always current and running smoothly.
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Comprehensive Backup & Archiving – Protect your Workbench configurations, calibrated colour workflows, and system settings. Archive individual items or entire systems, with automated scheduling and easy recovery.
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Database & System Monitoring – Verify and repair database integrity, track server and client logs, and monitor disk usage and cluster workloads to maintain optimal performance.
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Documentation & Support Access – Access the 24/7 online Knowledge Base or downloadable PDF manuals for guidance on configuration, calibration, and troubleshooting.
Automated Backup & Recovery – Protect Your Workflow
Keep your Serendipity Megarip system safe and reliable with automated backups and easy restoration of configurations, settings, and calibrated workflows. Key Benefits:
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Scheduled Backups – Automatically archive Workbench configurations, Media settings, and ICC workflows at specified times.
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Quick Restoration – Recover individual items or full system setups after failures or migrations.
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Cross-System Portability – Import and export archives to replicate setups on new servers or clients.
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Peace of Mind – Ensure your workflows are always protected and maintain continuity even in unexpected situations.
Dongle or Dongle-Free - Run it Your Way
Our software is built to adapt to your environment, not the other way around. We offer flexible licensing options to fit your unique workflow.
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Your License, Your Choice – At the time of a new product purchase, you make a one-time, permanent choice between a dongle-free license or a Secure Hardware Key (USB dongle). The dongle-free license is perfect for virtual environments, offering the freedom to run the Server from anywhere with an internet connection.
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Secure Hardware USB Key – For ultimate security and self-contained operation, the physical USB dongle provides license control without an internet connection, making it ideal for secure, on-site environments.
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Subscription Options – Subscriptions are available in selected countries for certain products, providing a flexible and cost-effective way to access our software. For further information, visit the Serendipity Store site.
We believe in giving you the flexibility to choose the solution that best fits your business needs, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow from day one.
