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TechNOTE: Proofing & Crop Marks

jose — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:39:29 +0000

This TechNOTE describes the proper Adobe PDF preset configurations for conventional proofing when using the Proof Script. This document also discusses the setup procedure for any customer looking to add crop marks to the proofs generated by the Proof Script.
These configurations can be embedded into an AdTracker installer, so please alert Tech Support whether the customer in question is looking for convertional proofing or “crop marks” proofing.

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TechNOTE: Prefix Logic

jose — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:36:08 +0000

DPS has released new “group ad prefixing” logic in both the Mac AdTracker and Auto EPS applications. This new logic allows for the pre-existing Group Ad functionality to be used in conjunction with order numbers longer than 10 characters.
The concept behind “group ad prefixing” is based on the fact that most order numbers contain a sub-set of digits or characters that are constant across all ordered ad numbers.
Both AdTracker and Auto EPS can now be configured to dynamically swap out these digits for a single character
“P”. This allows for ad numbers that exceed the 10 character group ad field limitation to now be placed in the group ad field in the ad jacket.

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TechNOTE: Upgrading ATOL from 2.0 to 3.0

jose — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:33:41 +0000

Follow the steps in this document to upgrade your ATOL

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TechNOTE: Copy to Local Functionality

jose — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:30:44 +0000

DPS AdTracker Mac users may experience a significant slow down in speed on the client workstation if the AdTracker volumes have been mounted via an Apple File Sharing Protocol connection.
The problem is caused by an unexplained delay in the Mac’s UNIX “find” command when accessing certain server volumes. AdTracker uses this command to verify if there is an active lock file on the document. By default, the document’s creator puts the lock file in the same folder as the ad document in question. Some patch either at the server or client has caused this “find” operation to timeout.
In order to circumvent this limitation of the AFP service and the Mac’s UNIX “find” command, DPS has provided a configuration setting that will force the ad document to be copied to the local client before editing.
This copy is lightweight and allows the lock to be written locally. AdTracker will look for the lock file locally, instead of across the network. There are no negatives that we have seen in this operation, providing that the users are on the same network as the file server.

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Technote: Restoring a Database from Transaction Logs

jose — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:27:23 +0000

If a customer experiences an issue with SQL and needs to restore back to a daily BAK file, Microsoft provides us a way to restore the BAK file along with sub-sequent transaction log files in order to get the database as close to the “live state” as possible.
The following TechNOTE describes the procedure to restore a database using the backed up transaction logs.
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TechNOTE: Customizable User Interface

jose — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:24:06 +0000

The AdTracker interface was enhanced to handle up to six fields with pull down capability on the main AdTracker spread sheet. This is similar functionality currently available with the AdTracker status field. As an additional upgrade, the status field can now be configured to have sub-statuses.

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TechNOTE: Sourcing Functionality

jose — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:18:15 +0000

The new AdTracker Sourcing Module will allow you to quickly export, zip and FTP ads to a “source” location all in one step. When the sourcing vendor is done with ad production, the ads can be zipped and FTP’d into one location. AdTracker will then obtain the ads back into the system.
This Sourcing Module will significantly reduce the additional labor involved in preparing, sending and receiving materials to and from sourcing vendors.

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TechNOTE: My Workspace

jose — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 14:03:04 +0000

DPS has released an updated version of DPS AdTrackerTM: X that includes a new feature called “My Workspace”. This functionality allows AdTracker users to easily access and track the ads they have recently worked on using
a built in custom query. All Ads in a user’s “Workspace” are presented on the screen just as they are when running any of the queries. This feature also allows a Designer to Assign Ads to their workspace. In an Administrative
mode, Supervisors can also assign ads to any user’s “Workspace”.

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AdSend IQ Chaser Conversion (4/1/2009)

Scott Waschitz — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 19:44:02 +0000

On April 1^st, AdSend will be changing the manner in which they deliver Electronic Ads to all Newspapers. If you have not already done so you will need to visit the AdSend website and make the appropriate changes necessary to continue to receive Electronic Ads from AdSend. The site is located at http://www.adsend.com

This information deals with DPS AdTracker sites that currently have full integration between AdSend and AdTracker. If your version of AdTracker has a direct link to incoming AdSend Electronic Ads you will be required to download a new version of the DPS AdTracker Business system application in addition to correctly configuring the new AdSend automated download application “IQ Chaser”. The information will assist you in correctly configuring the AdSend application to produce the appropriate AdSend to DPS AdTracker interface file.

Integration Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

IQ Chaser to Business System Configuration

AdSend IQ Chaser to DPS AdTracker Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Scott Waschitz — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 19:43:02 +0000

Q: How do I know if my AdTracker System requires this DPS Business system update ???

A: If your AdTracker System is currently configured to auto import AdSend PDF files directly into an AdTracker publication, you must implement this update. If you AdTracker publication list contains a publication named “AdSend” you must implement this update.

Q: If my current DPS AdTracker system is not configured to automatically import AdSend PDF files into an AdTracker publication, am I required to implement this DPS update?

A: If your AdTracker system is not currently configured to auto import AdSend PDF files directly into the AdTracker System, you are not required to implement this DPS update. You may be required to update your existing interface to AdSend PDF files. You can do this by visiting the AdSend web site at http://www.adsend.com.

Q: What exactly is changing that requires me to update my DPS AdTracker System.

A: On April 1^st AdSend will be changing how it delivers Electronic Ads to Newspapers. It will not only be changing how it delivers these PDF files but also the format of the electronic “Job Ticket”. The electroinic “Job Ticket” contains the information specific to the Ad such as “Advertiser Name”, “Size of the Ad”, “run date of the Ad”, etc. This electronic “Job Ticket” is used by your DPS AdTracker System to automate the import of the AdSend Electronic Ads into your AdTracker System. AdSend is changing the format and the delivery location of this electronic “Job Ticket”. Without this DPS update, AdTracker will not be able to automatically populate your AdTracker System with the AdSend Electronic Ads.

Q: If my AdTracker System does require this update how should I proceed.

A: Basically you will need to visit the AdSend web site noted above and register for this new AdSend Auto Download application called “IQ Chaser”.

“IQ Chaser” is an application you will need to download, configure, and begin running.

You will then need to configure the “IQ Chaser” application as shown in the screens below to produce the correct AdSend to DPS AdTracker interface format, and the correct delivery location for these electronic “Job Ticket” files.

You will need to download the latest DPS AdTracker Business System application, Install it, and insure it is configured properly for “IQ Chaser”. Please see the detailed section below for information on properly configuring this application.

You will then need to test this interface to insure it is configured and running properly.

Q: Can I implement this DPS AdTracker Update prior to April 1^st. Will my current system work properly if I update prior to the AdSend update?

A: Yes, the DPS AdTracker update can be implemented at any time. It has been designed to work with the old and the new AdSend electronic “Job Ticket” file formats.

Q: What will happen if we are currently using the automated AdSend to DPS AdTracker interface and fail to implement this change prior to April 1^st 2009 ?

A: You will no longer receive AdSend PDF files into your AdTracker System. You will be required to manually obtain these Electronic Ads from AdSend and manually import them into AdTracker.

Q: If my DPS AdTracker System does not currently have this nice Automated AdSend to AdTracker feature can I schedule a time with DPS Tech support to get this option implemented?

A: Yes, If you currently have an annual Maintenance contract with DPS, you can email a request to support@dpsadtracker.com. The DPS support staff will be happy to schedule a time to work with you to configure this feature within your DPS AdTracker system. Please note, due to the expected support requirements associated with this AdSend change, these appointments will not be scheduled prior to April 15^th.