Foreword

The system manual for Batch Processing using the automation approach via “COLD scripts” is no longer maintained. For advanced requirements or scenarios requiring visual design capabilities, consider using ImageMaster Processing Services as an alternative or complement to traditional Batch Processing methods.

ImageMaster Batch Processing (formerly known as COLD) represents an approach of process automation in the ImageMaster back end. Batches of electronic documents are imported or exported via FIS with additional processing steps like format conversions or file checks. The term “COLD” (Computer Output to Laser Disk) was used for historic reasons, as in the early days of print data processing one main goal was to establish automated “computer output” processes for storing files on disks.

As this documentation is also useful for ImageMaster 8/ImageMaster 9 migration purposes, references to ImageMaster 8 remain. However, the main focus is ImageMaster 9 Batch Processing.