Mapping Image to a Parameter in PDF Layout

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I am using iReport 1.3.2 to generate a PDF file.

The mapping of values displayed in the PDF is done using jasperreports API. The values to be displayed in the PDF are retrieved from the database and are mapped to the corresponding parameter value specified in PDF layout created using iReport.

Now the requirement is to display an image in the generated PDF ( the image is stored in the server ) . 

How can i map an image(bitmap) to a  parameter in the iReport PDF layout using Jasperreports API in my Java code?

 

PS:I can provide more info if required.

Thanks in advance.