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The InDesign CS4 Server layout engine

What is Adobe InDesign CS4 Server?

Adobe InDesign CS4 Server software is a robust, highly flexible, and scalable layout and composition engine that offers the ability to automate the proven design, layout, and typographical capabilities of Adobe InDesign CS4 software. Based on the same codebase as InDesign CS4, it can drive a wide variety of automated publishing solutions, while delivering the same output quality that you would expect from Adobe Creative Suite® software.

Why should I choose InDesign CS4 Server as the layout engine for my automated publishing solution?

InDesign CS4 Server provides several benefits that make it the ideal choice to power a wide range of automated publishing solutions. InDesign CS4 Server:

  • Is robust, scalable, and flexible
  • Enables customers who are already familiar with InDesign to easily create templates for use within their automated solution
  • Provides access to the same core creative and production features as InDesign CS4
  • Performs repetitive production tasks, so that your designers can stay focused on more important creative work
  • Fits smoothly into your current Adobe workflow
  • Allows you or your development partner to create a custom user interface tailored to your specific requirements
  • Shares the same scripting model and C++ software development kit (SDK) as the desktop version so that you can easily port existing scripts and plug-ins to the server platform
  • Provides developers an even richer development environment with support for IDML, Java™, and SOAP

Who is using InDesign CS4 Server today?

Many leading printers, design firms, newspapers, publishers, advertising agencies, corporate publishers, and brand-sensitive companies worldwide are using solutions powered by InDesign CS4 Server to automate their publishing processes.

How does InDesign CS4 Server differ from InDesign CS4?

Although InDesign CS4 Server shares its codebase with the desktop version of InDesign, there are several important differences:

  • InDesign CS4 Server has no built-in user interface.
  • Like InDesign CS4, InDesign CS4 Server can be driven through scripting or C++ plug-ins. However, it can also be driven through a SOAP interface or Java application programming interfaces (APIs).
  • Solutions powered by InDesign CS4 Server can scale as requirements change, with support for multiple instances running on multiple processors.
  • InDesign CS4 Server has been rigorously tested to help ensure that it delivers long periods of continuous uptime.
  • InDesign CS4 Server has been designed and tested to work on the server versions of the Windows® and Mac operating systems.

What are the new features of InDesign CS4 Server?

In addition to inheriting the new creative and production features of InDesign CS4, InDesign CS4 Server software offers new functionality for developers and system integrators, helping them create more powerful automated publishing solutions for a wide variety of markets and customers. Key new capabilities include InDesign Markup Language (IDML), performance monitoring tools, and dynamic content creation. InDesign CS4 Server also offers support for Windows 64-bit systems and the most recent versions of PDF. Developers can even integrate other new Adobe technologies, including Adobe Flex® 3 and Adobe AIR™, which enable them to create compelling online and offline rich Internet applications.

How does InDesign CS4 Server integrate with an existing Adobe Creative Suite workflow?

InDesign CS4 Server fits smoothly into Adobe Creative Suite workflows. As with InDesign CS4, you can include native Adobe PDF, Photoshop®, and Illustrator® files in your documents. You can also import a wide range of other file and data formats, including PSD, AI, Adobe PDF, XML, BMP, DCS, EPS, GIF, JPEG, TIFF, RTF, TXT, linked and placed INDD files, and Microsoft Word and Excel files. InDesign CS4 Server can also perform many other core functions of the desktop application, such as preflighting, color management, and Adobe PostScript® printing.

What kinds of output can be generated from InDesign CS4 Server?

InDesign CS4 Server provides the same export capabilities as InDesign CS4, including Adobe PDF, INDD, XML, XHTML, EPS, JPEG, RTF, Text Only, Tagged Text, PostScript, SWF, XFL, and IDML.

Solutions powered by InDesign CS4 Server

What is the difference between InDesign CS4 Server and an automated publishing solution powered by InDesign CS4 Server?

InDesign CS4 Server is a layout and composition engine. It must be combined with other software components to create complete automated publishing solutions that can solve a number of problems faced by publishers today.

What type of automated publishing solutions can be created with InDesign CS4 Server?

Because InDesign CS4 Server has access to all the functionality of InDesign CS4, its possible applications are virtually limitless. Today, the five most common types of solutions powered by InDesign CS4 Server are:

  • Brochure and collateral creation (often referred to as web to print)
  • Catalog creation
  • Self-service advertisement creation
  • Personalized marketing (also known as Variable Data Publishing, or VDP)
  • Editorial workflow automation

Who can provide automated publishing solutions powered by InDesign CS4 Server?

Solution partners can provide a wide range of prebuilt or custom solutions. To find a list of partners, visit the Partner Showcase for InDesign CS4 Server. Alternatively, your in-house development team can choose to build its own custom publishing solution.

Support for InDesign CS4 Server

How does Adobe support InDesign CS4 Server?

There are two types of support available for InDesign CS4 Server: developer support and product technical support. Developer support, offered through the Adobe Solution Partner Program, provides answers to development-related questions. Product technical support covers bug fixes and product upgrades for InDesign CS4 Server. Customers who develop a solution powered by InDesign CS4 Server must purchase Platinum Maintenance and Support. Customers who purchase a solution powered by InDesign CS4 Server from a partner receive their primary technical and development support from that partner.

What is included in Platinum Maintenance and Support?

Platinum Maintenance and Support is a comprehensive package designed to meet the needs of companies deploying publishing solutions. It provides a range of support services and offers personalized service and a deeper understanding of the customer's technical requirements, through senior-level technical support consultants. It includes:

  • Service for up to four authorized technical contacts from your organization
  • Unlimited phone, web, and e-mail access to Adobe Platinum Support Consultants
  • Priority-level case response times
  • Unlimited access to eSupport, the online support service
  • Remote diagnostics
  • Product upgrade releases
  • Maintenance releases
  • Patches and hot fixes
  • Additional available service enhancements

Developing your own solution powered by InDesign CS4 Server

What skills do I need to develop my own automated publishing solution?

You should have a track record of building publishing solutions and a working knowledge of some of the following: C++, scripting, SOAP, XML, and Java. Ideally, you should also have some experience developing for the desktop version of InDesign.

Are there any other requirements for developing with InDesign CS4 Server?

Commercial development partners are strongly advised to have a current membership in the Adobe Solution Partner Program, preferably at the Silver level. This membership provides a channel for receiving development support, as well as many other benefits tailored to the needs of commercial development partners. Visit the Adobe Solution Partner Program for more information.

Customers performing their own in-house development can purchase single or multipack development cases to support their development activity. Visit Developer Support for more information.

Where can I get further information if I want to develop my own solution?

The InDesign CS4 Server pages on Adobe.com provide more information for those who want to develop their own solutions. In particular, read the Build a Solution page, which provides information for new partners and in-house developers.

Technical details

What development environments are supported by InDesign CS4 Server?

Solutions powered by InDesign CS4 Server can be developed for Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003 or Windows Server 2008. Solutions can also be developed for Mac OS X Server software, using a combination of IDML, SOAP, Java, AppleScript, JavaScript, Microsoft Visual Basic, or C++ plug-ins. Developers should consider creating the user experience with HTML, Java, Adobe Flash®, Adobe Flex, or Adobe AIR software.

What languages are supported by InDesign CS4 Server?

InDesign CS4 Server enables you to produce documents in the following 21 languages; Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, and Ukranian. InDesign CS4 Server also ships with several Proximity® language dictionaries.

Is InDesign CS4 Server scalable?

With InDesign CS4 Server, depending on the license you have purchased, you can run everything from a single instance on a single processor to multiple instances running on multiple processors. As a result, the InDesign CS4 Server component can scale to any size, depending on the demands of the broader publishing solution.

Is InDesign CS4 Server multithreaded?

Multithreading is a way for a program to run two or more tasks simultaneously. InDesign CS4 Server is not multithreaded. However, it is possible to run multiple separate instances of InDesign CS4 Server.

Will my InDesign CS2 and InDesign CS3 scripts and plug-ins work with InDesign CS4 Server?

InDesign CS4 scripts and plug-ins require some additional work to function properly in InDesign CS4 Server. Scripts and plug-ins created for previous versions of both the server and desktop version of InDesign can also work with InDesign CS4 Server, but require the use of Creative Suite 4 APIs in order to be 100% compatible.

What fonts does InDesign CS4 Server support?

InDesign CS4 Server supports OpenType®, Type 1, and TrueType fonts. InDesign CS4 Server installs with more than 121 fonts from multiple font families, including Adobe Caslon™ Pro, Adobe Garamond® Pro, and Adobe Myriad® Pro. Anyone developing solutions with InDesign CS4 Server is licensed to distribute these fonts as part of their customer solutions.

Licensing InDesign CS4 Server

What is the licensing model for Adobe InDesign CS4 Server?

InDesign CS4 Server has several different licensing models depending on the intended use of the server within your broader publishing solution. For more details, contact either your solution partner or an Adobe representative.

How do I license InDesign CS4 Server, and how much does it cost?

The most common way to license InDesign CS4 Server is as part of a broader automated publishing solution, built and sold by one of Adobe's partners. Because InDesign CS4 Server is only one component of a solution, the total cost will vary. Please contact your solution partner for specific pricing information.

If you are considering building your own solution and need only the InDesign CS4 Server engine component, contact your Adobe sales representative for licensing information.

Do I need separate licenses for backup or disaster recovery?

No. Copies of InDesign CS4 Server can be made for disaster recovery and/or backup in accordance with the license, but they cannot be used in any live production unless the production server fails. These copies should not be confused with cluster or load-balancing configurations.

Developer information

Evaluating InDesign CS4 Server

What kind of documentation is available to explain the capabilities of InDesign CS4 Server?

Once InDesign CS4 Server is available, a wide range of developer documentation for InDesign CS4 Server will be released. You can find this documentation in two main places: the InDesign CS4 Server SDK and the Build a Solution page.

The InDesign CS4 Server SDK includes:

  • Standard documentation, such as Introduction to Adobe InDesign CS4 Server, Regenerating the Adobe InDesign CS4 Server Java API, Working with Adobe InDesign CS4 Server Java, and the InDesign Server Java API Reference
  • InDesignServerAPI.jar, a Java JAR file containing the entire InDesign Server Java API
  • Sample Java components:
    • sampleclient-java-corba — A sample client application that runs a JavaScript script under InDesign Server via CORBA
    • sampleclient-java-soap — A sample client application that runs a JavaScript script under InDesign Server via SOAP
    • Java samples — The Java equivalent of the scripts in Adobe InDesign CS4 Scripting Guide
    • Scripting documentation and example scripts

The Build a Solution page includes the InDesign CS4 Server Scripting Guide and a technical introduction to the product. Because InDesign CS4 Server shares its codebase with the rest of the InDesign family, SDK documentation for InDesign and Adobe InCopy® can also provide useful information. This information includes the InDesign CS4 scripting guide and additional documents describing IDML and XML rules functionality found in both InDesign CS4 as well as InDesign CS4 Server.

What skills are needed to develop an automated publishing solution with InDesign CS4 Server?

Developers should ideally have experience building publishing solutions, preferably with the desktop version of InDesign. In addition, they should also have a working knowledge of some of the following: C++, scripting, SOAP, Java, and XML.

Will I violate the terms of the End-User Licence Agreement (EULA) if I use the desktop version of InDesign as a server engine?

Yes, the EULA for the desktop version of InDesign does not allow for its use as a server engine to power an automated publishing solution.

Are there advantages to licensing a solution or technology from another partner rather than developing from the ground up?

While the majority of partners build solutions from scratch, some choose to OEM the underlying solution from another partner. Building an entire solution in-house can help you manage development costs, grow your expertise with InDesign CS4 Server, and retain control over the end product. However, using technology from another partner may help you lower risks, come to market sooner, and leverage the development experience of others.

Downloading InDesign Server SDK and runtime and debug software

What are the requirements for downloading and licensing the InDesign CS4 Server SDK and runtime and debug software?

The InDesign Server SDK can be downloaded directly from the InDesign CS4 Server SDK website. No registration is required. To gain access to the runtime and debug software, you must fill out the InDesign Server Developer Application. This form is available on the InDesign CS4 Server pages as well as from your Adobe partner manager.

Commercial development partners are strongly advised to have a current membership in the Adobe Solution Partner Program, preferably at the Silver level. This membership provides a channel for receiving development support, as well as a number of other benefits tailored to the needs of commercial development partners. Learn more.

Customers performing their own in-house development can purchase single or multipack development cases to support their development activity. Learn more.

How long does it take to get access to the debug and runtime software?

Once you have met all the requirements described above and have forwarded the appropriate information to Adobe, you will receive access to the debug and runtime software in most cases within 72 hours.

Developing with InDesign CS4 Server

What support programs are available for developers working with InDesign CS4 Server?

The Adobe Solution Partner Program offers developers the ability to submit developer cases for InDesign CS4 Server to Adobe's development support engineers. For more information, see the InDesign CS4 Server Support section below.

What is the minimum configuration required to run InDesign CS4 Server?

The minimum system requirements for the InDesign CS4 Server engine are:

Windows:

  • 2GHz or faster x86 or x64 processor (Intel® Itanium® not supported)
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003 with Service Pack 2 (32-bit and 64-bit) or Windows Server 2008 (32-bit and 64-bit)
  • .NET Framework 2.0 required for Windows Service functionality
  • 2GB of RAM plus 256MB per additional instance
  • 1.8GB of available hard-disk space; additional free space required during installation
  • The Windows virtual memory paging file size must be increased 2GB for each instance of InDesign Server
  • 1,024x768 monitor resolution with 16-bit or greater video card

Mac OS:

  • Intel processor
  • Mac OS X v10.4.11–10.5.4 Server
  • 2GB of RAM plus 256MB per additional instance
  • 1.6GB of available hard-disk space; additional free space required during installation (cannot install on UFS, ZFS, or HFS case-sensitive formatted volumes or partitions)
  • 1,024x768 monitor resolution with 16-bit or greater video card

What output formats does InDesign CS4 Server support?

InDesign CS4 Server provides the same export capabilities as InDesign CS4, including Adobe PDF, INDD, XML, XHTML, EPS, JPEG, RTF, Text Only, Tagged Text, PostScript, SWF, XFL, IDML, and InDesign snippets.

What development environments does InDesign CS4 Server support?

Solutions powered by InDesign CS4 Server can be developed for Microsoft Windows Server 2003 or Windows Server 2008. Solutions can also be developed for Mac OS X Server software, using a combination of IDML, SOAP, Java, AppleScript, JavaScript, Microsoft Visual Basic, or C++ plug-ins. Developers should consider creating the user experience with HTML, Java, Adobe Flash, Adobe Flex, or Adobe AIR software.

What language and dictionary support does InDesign CS4 Server offer?

InDesign CS4 Server enables you to produce documents in the following 21 languages; Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, and Ukranian. InDesign CS4 Server also ships with several Proximity language dictionaries.

What fonts does InDesign CS4 Server support?

InDesign CS4 Server supports OpenType, Type 1, and TrueType fonts. InDesign CS4 Server installs with more than 121 fonts from multiple font families, including Adobe Caslon Pro, Adobe Garamond Pro, and Adobe Myriad Pro. Partners developing solutions with InDesign CS4 Server are licensed to distribute these fonts as part of their customer solutions. OpenType is a cross-platform font file format developed jointly by Adobe and Microsoft. The two main benefits of the OpenType format are its cross-platform compatibility (the same font file works on Mac and Windows computers), and its ability to support widely expanded character sets and layout features, which provide richer linguistic support and advanced typographic control. Further information about the benefits of OpenType fonts can be found on the OpenType page.

Is InDesign CS4 Server multithreaded?

Multithreading is a way for a program to run two or more tasks simultaneously. InDesign CS4 Server is not multithreaded. However, it is possible to run multiple separate instances of InDesign CS4 Server.

Does InDesign CS4 Server have built-in load balancing and queue management?

InDesign CS4 Server does not have built-in load balancing or queue management. Developers must implement an appropriate load balancing or queue management system to meet their own requirements.

How do jobs get queued in InDesign CS4 Server?

Each instance of InDesign CS4 Server will process jobs on a first-come first-served basis. For further queue management capabilities, developers must implement their own queue management solution.

Are solutions powered by InDesign CS4 Server scalable?

Depending on the license you have purchased, InDesign CS4 Server can run everything from a single instance on a single processor to multiple instances running on multiple processors. As a result, InDesign CS4 Server can scale to any size, depending on the demands of the broader publishing solution.

Can scripts developed for InDesign Server CS3 run in InDesign CS4 Server?

Yes. The InDesign Server scripting document object model (DOM) has been versioned to provide binary compatibility for scripts created in an earlier version of the server, enabling them to run in the latest release.

Can a plug-in developed for InDesign Server CS3 run in InDesign CS4 Server?

Yes, but the plug-in, which may require some changes, must be recompiled using the InDesign CS4 compilers and SDK.

Can plug-ins and scripts developed for use with the desktop version of the application be used with InDesign CS4 Server?

Scripts and plug-ins without user interfaces can run on InDesign CS4 Server. Scripts and plug-ins with a user interface must have the interface portion removed.

How does InDesign CS4 Server handle errors such as missing graphics or fonts?

InDesign CS4 Server is able to log standard messages and errors. This information can be captured or redirected as needed using scripts, plug-ins, and Java APIs. Further information on this topic is available in the InDesign CS4 Server SDK documentation.

Licensing InDesign CS4 Server as part of an automated publishing solution

What's the process for licensing a copy of InDesign CS4 Server?

InDesign CS4 Server can be ordered through Adobe's Forms Licensing Program (FLP), either directly from Adobe or through an FLP reseller or distributor. Commercial development partners also have the option of licensing InDesign CS4 Server directly from Adobe through an ISV/OEM agreement.

What is the difference between an ISV/OEM agreement and an FLP agreement?

The FLP licensing program provides a simple business transaction model that allows for small unit orders without long-term commitments. It does not require a contract to be signed with Adobe. An ISV/OEM agreement with Adobe takes longer to set up and will require a signed contract, as well as several other commitments. However, this kind of agreement provides greater flexibility and more favorable pricing terms. ISV/OEM agreements do not allow commercial development partners to sell InDesign CS4 Server unbundled from their automated publishing solution. Contact your Adobe partner manager or account manager for more information on these options.

Is there a time-limited version of InDesign CS4 Server?

Adobe offers a free, time-limited version of InDesign CS4 Server, which is fully functional until a specific calendar date is reached. The time-limited version allows customers to try out an Adobe partner's automated publishing solution prior to purchase. Because of the complexity and length of time it takes to complete the solution sales process, extensions to this period trial are available if required. Consult your Adobe partner or account manager for more details.

Are there any other developer and evaluation licenses of InDesign CS4 Server?

Yes. In addition to production licenses, which are required for deploying live solutions, there are also developer and development licenses. Developer licenses, which are free of charge to commercial or in-house developers, allow the initial development of automated publishing solutions. This type of license includes the debug version of InDesign CS4 Server. Development licenses are for customers who want to deploy InDesign Server in a staging or testing environment. This license is sold at a significantly discounted price and cannot be used for live production. It also does not include the debug version of InDesign Server.

Are separate licenses needed for backup or disaster recovery?

No. Copies of InDesign CS4 Server can be made for disaster recovery and/or backup in accordance with the license, but they cannot be used in any live production unless the production server fails. These copies should not be confused with cluster or load balancing configurations.

In addition to the FLP and ISV/OEM licensing programs, is InDesign CS4 Server sold under any other Adobe licensing programs, such as TLP or CLP?

If you are buying the InDesign CS4 Server component directly from Adobe, it is only available through the ISV/OEM or FLP licensing program. Adobe provides a number of other licensing programs, including the Contractual Licensing Program (CLP) and the Transactional Licensing Program (TLP), which are typically used by customers to purchase desktop software from Adobe via the traditional reseller channel. Customers who normally purchase Adobe software using TLP or CLP licensing programs will not be able to purchase InDesign CS4 Server through these programs. The purchase of an InDesign CS4 Server license will not contribute to the TLP or CLP points system.

InDesign CS4 Server support

How does Adobe support InDesign CS4 Server?

There are two types of support available for InDesign CS4 Server: development support and product technical support. Development support, offered through the Adobe Solution Partner Program, provides answers to development-related questions. Product technical support provides access to general bug-fixes and product upgrades for InDesign CS4 Server. Customers who purchase InDesign Server from Adobe and then develop their own solution must purchase Platinum Maintenance and Support. Customers who purchase a solution powered by InDesign CS4 Server from a partner will expect to receive their primary technical and development support from that partner.

How can a developer resolve technical support questions that arise when working with InDesign CS4 Server?

Developers with technical questions should open a development support case. This formal process is necessary so that the question can be tracked and answered by the appropriate technical resource. Details of how to submit a development support case are provided either upon joining the Adobe Solution Partner Program at the Silver level, which includes a number of support cases, or upon purchase of one or more individual support cases.

What is included in Platinum Maintenance and Support?

Platinum Maintenance and Support is a comprehensive package designed to meet the needs of companies deploying publishing solutions. It provides a range of support services and offers personalized service and a deeper understanding of the customer's technical requirements, through senior-level technical support consultants. It includes:

  • Service for up to four authorized technical contacts from your organization
  • Unlimited phone, web, and e-mail access to Adobe Platinum Support Consultants
  • Priority-level case response times
  • Unlimited access to eSupport, the online support service
  • Remote diagnostics
  • Product upgrade releases
  • Maintenance releases
  • Patches and hot fixes
  • Additional available service enhancements

What other resources are available to developers working with InDesign CS4 Server?

Developers may also find the user to user forums on Adobe.com a useful resource. These forums provide an opportunity to post questions to other InDesign CS4 Server developers. However, they are not designed to be used in place of formal support, as there is no guarantee that a question will be answered. Developers new to InDesign CS4 Server may also want to consider engaging with other partners who can provide additional support, guidance, or even development consultancy for a fee. A list of Adobe partners can be found in the Partner Showcase.

Marketing and selling your solutions

How does Adobe support the sales and marketing efforts of its partners?

Adobe mainly supports the sales and marketing efforts of its development partners through the Adobe Solution Partner Program. This program provides:

  • Access to Adobe sales and marketing resources, including Powered by InDesign Server logos for use in user interfaces, as well as print and web marketing
  • Inclusion in the InDesign Server Partner Showcase on Adobe.com
  • The opportunity to be invited to attend trade shows with Adobe
  • Support from Adobe's field sales teams
  • Additional marketing opportunities provided by the Adobe Solution Partner Program, such as website links and use of the Adobe Solution Partner Program logo

Visit the Adobe Solution Partner Program or consult your account manager for further details.

What can partners do to help Adobe market their companies and solutions?

You should make sure that an Adobe account manager or partner manager knows the pertinent details of your solution as it comes to market so that you can be considered for inclusion in the Partner Showcase. The work you're doing with your customers may also be featured in case studies.

What should a partner do to be considered for inclusion on the InDesign CS4 Server partner finder?

You should have a shipping product with customer references. Alternatively, you should be offering development training and support services to other partners or customers.

Online services

What online services does Adobe offer with Adobe Creative Suite 4, and how do I access them from within my CS4 components?

The following services are accessible from within your Creative Suite 4 software and are designed to work together with your Adobe tools.

Adobe ConnectNow from Acrobat.com

  • Within Adobe Photoshop CS4 or CS4 Extended, Illustrator CS4, InDesign CS4, Dreamweaver® CS4, Fireworks® CS4, or Flash® CS4 Professional, choose File > Share My Screen.

Adobe Community Help

  • Open product help from the Help menu within any Creative Suite 4 component.
  • Within select Creative Suite 4 components, you can perform a search directly, using the search field located in the Application Bar.

Adobe InContext Editing

  • For the authoring component of InContext Editing, open Dreamweaver CS4 and open the Insert panel to access the InContext Editing controls for creating editable regions.

Adobe Kuler

  • Open a Kuler™ panel within Adobe Photoshop CS4 or CS4 Extended, Illustrator CS4, InDesign CS4, Flash CS4 Professional, or Fireworks CS4 by choosing Window > Extensions > Kuler.

Adobe Media Player

  • Adobe Media Player is installed with all Creative Suite 4 products except Adobe Acrobat® 9 Pro. Check your Applications folder.

Resource Central

Access product-related news and tutorials using the Resource Central panel within Adobe Soundbooth® CS4, Adobe Premiere® Pro CS4, or Encore® CS4. Jump-start your audio projects with drag-and-drop efficiency using scores and sound effects offered online.

  • Within Soundbooth CS4, Adobe Premiere Pro CS4, or Encore CS4, choose Window > Resource Central to open the Resource Central panel.

Can I access these services if I do not own Creative Suite 4 or a CS4 component?

Yes. Most of the services are also available using a standard browser. However, accessing the services from within your Adobe software has advantages because they are designed to complement and extend your creative tools.

How much do these online services cost?

Adobe Community Help, Adobe ConnectNow (for meetings of up to three people), Adobe Kuler, the Adobe InContext Editing preview, and Adobe Media Player are available at no cost.

Resource Central royalty-free audio is available at no cost. Soundbooth Score bundles are available through Resource Central for a fee.

If I have a question or a problem while I'm using one of the services, how do I get help?

If you have a question about how a service works or you need to troubleshoot a specific feature, visit the support area on Adobe.com and search for your issue. You may also refer to the FAQ for that service. To find these FAQs, see the links above about how to get more information.

What languages are available for the online services?

In general, the services are available in the languages supported by the software that provide access to the service. Here is more detailed information:

The Adobe Kuler panels within Creative Suite 4 are available in all of the language versions of those components, excluding French. The Kuler website and the Kuler desktop are available in English only.

Adobe ConnectNow is accessible from within all language versions of Creative Suite 4 components, and is available in English, French, German, and Japanese.

Resource Central is available in all of the language versions of Adobe Soundbooth CS4, Adobe Premiere Pro CS4, and Encore CS4.

Adobe Community Help is available in all of the language versions of Creative Suite 4 components.

Adobe InContext Editing authoring within Dreamweaver CS4 is available in all languages versions of Dreamweaver CS4. The online editing component is currently available in English only.

Adobe Media Player is available in English only and installs with all language versions of Creative Suite 4 except French.

Does Adobe offer other services for the creative professional?

Yes. Adobe offers additional online services that are ideal for the creative professional but are not accessible from with Adobe Creative Suite 4. Here are two such services:

Acrobat.com

Acrobat.com is a set of online services — files sharing and storage, PDF file conversion, online word processing, and web conferencing — that you can use to create and share documents, communicate in real time, and simplify working with others. Acrobat.com online services are available at no cost.

Adobe Scene7

Adobe Scene7® is a subscription-based service that automates media management, streamlines web publishing, and enhances web experiences. Get dynamic web publishing services such as content sizing, zoom, and online catalogs, as well as rich asset management, all in a hosted environment. Create a better overall customer experience while simplifying asset management and interaction between designers and clients.

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