Printing using Job Definition Format (JDF)

JDF enables you to specify detailed print settings. You can also use Job Messaging Format (JMF) to collect device information. For information on how to create JDF and JMF files and how to send the files to the printer, see JDF File Customization Manual.


To print using JDF, set <Use JDF> to <On>. JDF is disabled and cannot be used in the following situations: When using a print server, such as imagePRESS Server When <Forced Hold> is set to <On> When <Use HTTP> is set to <Off> When [Prohibit Guest Users to Use Device] is set to [On] in the security policy settings Security Policy Setting Items Printing using JDF is not subject to the usage restrictions imposed by the Access Management System.

To print using JDF, set <Use JDF> to <On>.

JDF is disabled and cannot be used in the following situations:

When using a print server, such as imagePRESS Server

When <Forced Hold> is set to <On>

When <Use HTTP> is set to <Off>

When [Prohibit Guest Users to Use Device] is set to [On] in the security policy settings Security Policy Setting Items

Printing using JDF is not subject to the usage restrictions imposed by the Access Management System.


When [Prohibit Guest Users to Use Device] is set to [On] in the security policy settings, you cannot set <Use JDF> to <On>. Security Policy Setting Items Contact the dealer or service representative for information on applications that are compatible with JDF. For information on the specifications of each application, see the manual for the respective application.