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Loftware Label Manager®: Specifications



Operating Systems Compatibility


Operating Systems Compatibility
LLM Version WIN 7
Pro
WIN Vista
Business
WIN XP
Pro
WIN 2000

WIN 2008
Server
WIN 2003
Server
WIN 2000
Server
9.7
(SP2)

(SP3)

(SP2)

(SP2)
9.6
(SP3)

(SP4)

(SP2)

(SP2)
9.5
9.1
9.0
8.4
8.3
8.1
8.0
7.3*
7.2*
7.1*
7.0*

NOTE:
•   * Loftware Label Manager® versions 7.x and earlier are no longer supported.
•    Loftware Label Manager® is not supported on 64 bit operating systems at this time.



Data Sources

  • Connect label formats to 32 bit compliant databases like Access, Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, Excel, dBase, Text, etc., via ODBC connectivity.
  • Database speed search with filtering capabilities.
  • Retrieve variable graphic files from database.
  • Format variable data fields in paragraph blocks that automatically “wrap” depending on the data.
  • Capable of calculating special bar code check digits on-the-fly while the bar code data changes.
  • Set fields to print in any orientation.



Printing Features

  • Print groups of labels from a range of records in a database.
  • Print groups of labels using a custom SQL WHERE clause.
  • Print ‘On-Demand’ from a database via key field entry
  • Print ‘On-Demand’ via keyboard input



Label Design Program Features

  • Graphical user interface allows you to view labels as they are being designed.
  • New Label Wizard helps you to create the exact label you need in seconds.
  • Printer Configuration Wizard makes adding printers fast and easy.
  • Supports all popular image formats including BMP, PCX, JPG, GIF, TIF, CAL, MAC, etc.
  • "Thumbnail" preview for label format and image loading.
  • MDI multi document interface for editing more than one label at a time.
  • Powerful formula builder for parsing data on-the-fly at print time.
  • Single and group field edit: select, copy, move, delete field alignment tools custom and default zoom levels.
  • Wide selection of industry compliance label templates.
  • Customize On-Demand operator input screens.
  • Design labels to fit "multi-up" on a page using the layout feature.
  • Security features to limit access to various modules by user.
  • Multi-level undo.
  • Design labels in inches or metric units using precise rulers.
  • Floating/dockable toolbars.
  • Sizable grid with "snap to" technology.
  • Move fields a pixel at a time using keyboard arrow keys.
  • Resize, rotate, and stretch graphics at design time.
  • All fields sizable by mouse as well as "floating" properties box.
  • All label formats are available for use in the Loftware Print Server.
  • Accurate merging of label formats to different printer types.



Templates and Symbologies

  • Bar code wizard for generating complex automotive, healthcare, logistics, and telecommunications label formats.
  • Extensive options for customized behavior.
  • Language Properties Wizard for printing International characters, including double-byte fonts such as Japanese, Chinese and Korean.
  • Different language can be freely mixed on the label.
  • Support for all major linear barcode symbologies, including Code 39, Code 128, Interleaved Code 2/5, UPC, EAN, TLC39, PostNet, RSS, and others.
  • Supports MOD 10, 43, 7, UCC MOD 10 check digits.
  • Support for 2D symbologies including PDF-417, MicroPDF, UPS Maxicode, and Data Matrix.
  • Create RFID 'Smart Labels' to meet EPC and DOD specifications (for use with LPS Premier Plus RFID).



Printers and Print Features

  • Support for major thermal transfer and Windows printers.
  • Configure printers on serial, parallel, USB, and TCP/IP ports.
  • Easily print and access data both locally and across LAN/WAN networks.
  • Centrally share labels, databases, and graphic files with other print stations on your LAN/WAN.
  • Low cost print only modules available that allow you to replicate print stations throughout your facility.
  • Stretch graphics to fit a certain area of the label during print time.
  • Each operator input screen may be customized.
  • Prompt user for any combination of keyboard and database key fields.
  • Test Print allows operator to validate label (with data) before continuing with print job.
  • Supports extra printer controls such as cutters, head temperature, print speed, forms offset, stock type, etc.
  • Set entire label to print in any orientation.
  • Supports printers internal Font, barcode, and serialization capabilities.
  • Supports downloaded and bitmapped True Type Fonts.
  • Supports many different types of incrementing and decrementing fields Powerful Date/Time field functionality including Julian Dates.
  • Audit file creation.
  • Print "multi up" on a page; create your own, or use our provided layouts such as Avery® layouts.
  • Early eject feature for partially filled pages.
  • Start printing on a page at any point in the layout i.e. a reloaded page that was ejected early.
  • Does not generate duplicate serial numbers unless specifically directed to do so.



Technical Support

  • Your purchase of a Loftware product includes an annual support contract. This contract is renewable each year and extends the return on your investment, with on-going FREE upgrades of your Loftware software for one full year, plus unlimited calls to our technical support call center. Loftware is committed to backing its software with world-class support. Click here for more information about technical support.
  • Our trained Systems Analysts are also ready to answer any questions you may have about planning and implementing your labeling system. Call 603.766.3630 for a FREE analysis of your system.



Power to Produce Millions of Labels!

No other output label management software is able to match Loftware Print Server's (LPS) ability to scale in high performance and high demand production, logistics and warehouse environments. It has the proven reliability and track record to run all your labeling output requirements. Combine this solution with the powerful integration and business intelligence features of the Loftware Connector® family of products for Oracle, SAP and other ERP and WMS environments, and you now have the ability to solve all your labeling needs on a global scale.

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