Xenos Metacode to AFP

The Xenos Metacode to AFP feature of the Xenos d2e Vision product accurately transforms Xerox LCDS and Metacode print streams to IBM AFP print streams. This transformation is done with no changes required to the applications that generate the Xerox Metacode documents.

The Xenos Metacode to AFP feature parses Xerox Metacode and Line Conditioned Data Streams (LCDS) sometimes referred to as DJDE (Dynamic Job Descriptor Entry) print streams. Line data and mixed mode files that print on Xerox centralized printers are supported, as well as pure Metacode files.

This Metacode to AFP transformation is useful for service bureaus that operate a mix of Xerox Metacode and IBM AFP printers. Print loads can be balanced among Xerox and IBM printers rapidly and on an ad hoc basis. The Xenos Metacode to AFP transform engine delivers high-performance results so service levels can be met without unnecessary delays in processing. The Metacode to AFP transformation can be invoked in real-time to route print streams to IBM AFP printers.

The Xenos Metacode to AFP feature can be useful for loading documents into Electronic Content Management systems where you have decided to use IBM AFP as the storage format.

Supported Formats

Metacode.
Line Conditioned Data Stream (LCDS), also known as Dynamic Job Descriptor Entry (DJDE).
Mixed mode (LCDS and Metacode).
Line data with JSL, PDEs and CMEs.
PDEs can be internal to the JSL, or external in binary format. The Metacode to AFP feature allows PDEs and CMEs to be in JSL files that are preloaded with a parameter.

Features

Font mapping or rasterization at a font or individual character level.
Ability to specify paper stocks by name and paper size.
Processing of duplex pages.
RFEED for paper tray selection.
DJDE FILE=() for Inline Resources.
Comments that come from DJDEs, Hex 03 CCs, and OTEXT commands are supported and can be controlled through parameters.
Support for RSTACK commands.