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CUTTING PRO
FC3100-60
SERVICE MANUAL
The specifications, etc., in this manual are subject to
change without notice.
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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Notes on Installation and Use ……………………………………………………….. 1-1
1.1.1 Notes on Installation …………………………………………………………. 1-1
1.1.2 Notes on Use …………………………………………………………………. 1-2
1.2 Daily Maintenance and Storage ……………………………………………………. 1-3
1.2.1 Daily Maintenance …………………………………………………………… 1-3
1.2.2 Storing your Plotter ………………………………………………………….. 1-3
1.3 Main Specifications …………………………………………………………………. 1-4
1.3.1 Main Specification …………………………………………………………….1-4
1.3.2 Options ……………………………………………………………………….. 1-4
1.4 External Dimensions …..…………………………………………………………….. 1-5
2. BASIC OPERATION
2.1 Control Panel ………………………………………………………………………… 2-1
2.2 Selecting a Function Menu ………………………………………………………….. 2-3
2.3 Using the Character Dump Mode .………………………………………………….. 2-4
2.4 Running the Self Test ….…………………………………………………………….. 2-6
2.5 Listing the Cutting Conditions ……………………………………………………… 2-7
2.6 Using the Special Functions ………………………………………………………… 2-9
2.7 Setting the Serial Interface ………………………………………………………….. 2-12
2.8 Selecting the Command Mode ….………………………………………………….. 2-14
2.9 Setting the Programmable Resolution ………………………………………………. 2-15
2.10 Centronics-Compatible Parallel Interface …………………………………………… 2-16
2.11 RS-232C Serial Interface …..……………………………………………………….. 2-18
3. USING CUTTER PENS AND SETTING CUTTING CONDITIONS
3.1 Types of Cutter Blades and Their Features …………………………………………. 3-1
3.2 Cutter Pen Nomenclature ……………………………………………………………. 3-2
3.3 Replacing the Cutter Blade ………………………………………………………….. 3-3
3.4 Adjusting the Blade Length …….…………………………………………………… 3-5
3.5 Attaching the Cutter Pen …………………………………………………………….. 3-6
3.6 Achieving Optimum Cutting Results ……..…………………………………………. 3-7
4. MECHANISMS
4.1 Removing the Outer Casing …….…………………………………………………… 4-1
4.1.1 Removing the Left and Right Side Covers …………………………………… 4-1
4.1.2 Removing the Front and Rear Guides ……………………………………….. 4-2
4.1.3 Removing the Top Cover ..…………………………………………………… 4-3
4.1.4 Removing the Control Panel Base …………………………………………… 4-4
4.2 Replacing and Adjusting the Mechanisms …………………………………………… 4-5
4.2.1 Replacing the Interconnection Board (PCB:PR216012) …………………….. 4-5
4.2.2 Replacing the Pen Board (PCB:PR216013) …………………………………. 4-5
4.2.3 Replacing and Adjusting the Y Slider Belt ………………………………….. 4-7
4.2.4 Replacing and Adjusting the Y Drive Belt ……………………………………4-12
4.2.5 Replacing the Adjusting the X Drive Belt ….……….……………………….. 4-14
4.2.6 Adjusting the Y Slider Assembly …………………………………………….. 4-16
4.2.7 Replacing and Adjusting the Push Roller Arm Assembly …….…………….. 4-19
4.2.8 Replacing and Adjusting the Pen Block …….……………………………….. 4-22
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4.2.9 Replacing the X Motor and X Motor Pulley ..……………………………….. 4-26
4.2.10 Replacing the Y Motor and Y Motor Pulley ..……………………………….. 4-28
4.2.11 Replacing the X Drive Pulley ……..…………………………………………. 4-30
4.2.12 Replacing the Y Drive Pulley ……..…………………………………………. 4-30
4.2.13 Replacing the Y Tension Pulley …..……….…………………………………. 4-31
4.2.14 Replacing the Y Flexible Printed-Circuit Cable ……………….…………….. 4-32
4.2.15 Replacing the Front and Rear Paper Size sensor ……..……………………… 4-35
4.2.16 Replacing the LCD Panel ..…………………………………………………… 4-36
4.2.17 Replacing the Control Panel Sheet ..…………………………………………. 4-37
4.2.18 Replacing the Main Board (PCB:PR216001) ……………………………….. 4-38
4.2.19 Replacing the Power Unit (PS089A) ………………………………………… 4-39
4.2.20 Replacing the ROM Chips ..……….…………………………………………. 4-40
4.2.21 Tightening the Drive Rollers …….…………………………………………… 4-41
4.3 Removing the Mechanisms ……..…………………………………………………… 4-42
4.3.1 Components Not to be Removed …..…………………………………………. 4-42
4.3.2 Replacing the Vacuum Fan …………………………………………………….4-42
4.4 The Film Stocker ……..……………………………………………………………… 4-43
4.4.1 Overview ………….………………………………………………………….. 4-43
4.4.2 Assembling the Accuload TM Film Stocker ………………………………….. 4-43
4.4.3 Loading Sheet Film ………….……………………………………………….. 4-46
4.5 The Stand and Media Basket Option …………………………………………………4-49
4.5.1 Overview ………….………………………………………………………….. 4-49
4.5.2 Assembling the Stand ………………………………………………………… 4-49
4.5.3 Mounting the Plotter on the Stand ……………………………………………. 4-52
4.5.4 Assembling the Media Basket …………………………………………………4-54
4.6 The Pounce Tool Option …………………………………………………………….. 4-57
4.6.1 Replacing the Pouncing Pin ………………………………………………….. 4-57
4.6.2 Replacing the Mat ….………………………………………………………….4-59
5. ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENTS
5.1 Location of the Main Board, Test Pins, Trimmers, DIP Switch, and ROM Chips ….. 5-1
5.2 Power Unit (PS089A) ……………………………………………………………….. 5-2
5.2.1 Checking Operation ………………………………………………………….. 5-2
5.2.2 The Protective Circuit ……………………………………………………….. 5-2
5.3 Switching the Power Unit’s Supply Voltage ……………………………………….. 5-3
5.4 Setting the DIP Switches …………………….………………………………………. 5-4
5.5 Clearing the Non-Volatile RAM ..…………………………………………………… 5-5
5.6 Default Trimmer Setting …………………………………………………………….. 5-6
5.7 Adjusting the Motor Offset ……..…………………………………………………… 5-7
5.8 Adjusting the Pen Offset …………………………………………………………….. 5-8
5.9 Adjusting the Pen Servo .…………………….………………………………………. 5-9
5.10 Adjusting the Pen Force .…………………………………………………………….. 5-11
5.11 Overall Adjusting ……………………………………………………………………..5-12
5.12 Adjusting the Distance Accuracy .…………………………………………………… 5-14
5.13 Factory Preset Settings ……………………………………………………………….. 5-16
5.14 Testing the Sensors ………………………….………………………………………..5-18
5.15 Testing the Control Panel Keys ……………………………………………………… 5-19
5.16 Printing the Test Patterns ……….…………………………………………………… 5-20
5.17 Test Modes for Production Inspection ………………………………………………..5-22
5.18 Interpreting the Mechanical Check Pattern …………………………………………..5-24
5.19 Setting the DIP Switch from the LCD ……….……………………………………….5-27
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6. TEMPORARY MEASURES FOR A SENSOR MALFUNCTION
Method 1 …………………………………………………………………………….. 6-1
Method 2 …………………………………………………………………………….. 6-1
Method 3 ……….……………………………………………………………………. 6-2
Method 4 ……….……………………………………………………………………. 6-3
7. TROUBLESHOOTING
7.1 The Cutting Results are Unsatisfactory ..….…………………………………………..7-1
8. DISASSEMBLY DIAGRAMS AND PARTS LISTS
8.1 Mainframe .……………………………………………………………………………8-1
8.2 Y Drive Section ……………………………………………………………………… 8-3
8.3 X Drive Section ……………………………………………………………………… 8-5
8.4 Push Roller Arm and Y Rail Section ……..…………………………………………. 8-7
8.5 Pen Block and Y Slider Section …………………………………………………….. 8-9
8.6 Chassis Section ………………………………………………………………………. 8-12
8.7 Film Stocker Section …..…………………………………………………………….. 8-14
8.8 Carton Box and Accessory ………………………………………………………….. 8-16
8.9 User’s Manual, Operation Manual, and Other Documentation ……………………… 8-16
8.10 Stand and Media Basket Option ……………………………………………………… 8-17
8.11 Pouncing Tool Option …………………………………………………………………8-19
9. CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS AND PARTS LISTS
9.1 Wiring Diagram ……….…………………………………………………………….. 9-1
9.2 Main Board (PCB:PR216001A) …………………………………………………….. 9-3
9.3 Interconnection Board (PCB:PR216012B) ..………………………………………… 9-21
9.4 Pen Board (PCB:PR216013) …….………………………………………………….. 9-23
9.5 Sheet Switch …………………………………………………………………………. 9-25
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Notes on Installation and Use
1.1.1 Notes on Installation
• Avoid use or storage of the plotter in places subject to direct sunlight or the direct draft from air-
conditioning systems.
• Avoid locations that are extremely dusty or humid.
• Prior to cutting, ensure that no obstacles are placed in the vicinity of the pen carriage or loaded
medium. Impeded movement of the pen carriage or loaded medium may prevent accurate cutting.
• To prevent malfunctions of the plotter's sensors, position the plotter at least one meter away from
fluorescent lamps, electric lamps, and any other sources of indoor illumination.
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1.1.2 Notes on Use
• Make sure your computer and power sources are adequately grounded (the RS-232C interface cable
should meet the CCITT V24, EIA RS-232C standards. Graphtec's RS-232C serial interface conforms
to the EIA standard.) Inadequate grounding may result in severe damage to your plotter or computer
and constitute misuse of the plotter.
• Lubrication of the mechanisms will result in plotter malfunctions, so avoid doing so.
• To avoid scratching the cutting mat, ensure that the cutter pen's blade is not excessively extended.
• While the plotter is operating, do not touch the moving parts of the plotter.
• When manually moving the pen carriage to load the medium, be sure to move the pen carriage slowly.
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1.2 Daily Maintenance and Storage
1.2.1 Daily Maintenance
During the course of daily plotter operation, be sure to observe the following precautions.
• Never lubricate the mechanisms of the plotter.
• If the plotter's casing becomes dirty, wipe the soiled areas using a dry cloth or a cloth that has been
moistened in a neutral detergent diluted with water.
Never use thinner, benzene, alcohol, or similar solvents; they will damage the casing's finish.
• If the cutting mat becomes dirty, wipe the soiled areas using a dry cloth. In case of stubborn stains, use
a cloth that has been moistened in alcohol or in a neutral detergent diluted with water.
• The correct functioning of the paper size sensors is obstructed by the adhesion of dust, dirt, or other
foreign matter. Keep the sensors clean by wiping them with a cloth moistened in alcohol or in a
neutral detergent diluted with water.
Never use benzene, thinner, or similar solvents to clean the sensors.
1.2.2 Storing your Plotter
To store the plotter when it is not being used, be sure to observe the following points:
• Remove the pen attached to the pen holder and cover its tip with the protective cap provided.
• To protect the plotter from dust and dirt, cover it with a cloth.
• Avoid storing the plotter in places subject to direct sunlight or high temperatures.
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1.3 Main Specifications
1.3.1 Main Specifications
CPU 16-bit
Configuration Grit-rolling cutting plotter
Drive Digital servo
Maximum cutting area 50 m x 580 mm
Guaranteed precision cutting area 10 m x 580 mm *
Compatible film width 50 to 635 mm (2 to 25 inches)
Maximum cutting speed 80 cm/s
Specifiable speeds 21-step range (1 to 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 80
cm/s)
Cutting pressure 31-step range (5 to 300 g)
Minimum character matrix about 5 mm square (varies with the film and character font)
Mechanical resolution 0.005 mm
Programmable resolution GP-GL: 0.1/0.05/0.025/0.01 mm (selected by menu)
HP-GLTM emulation mode: 0.025 mm *
Repeatability Within 0.1 mm/2 m (excluding expansion or contraction caused by
changes in the operating environment)
Number of cutters/pens 1
Cutter and pen types Cutter blades: Super-steel, ceramic, and sapphire blades
Plotter pens: water and oil based, fiber-tip, water based ball-point,
ceramic, refillable ink, and disposable ink pens
Pouncing pen: 1.2 mm diameter pin
Compatible film Mono-vinyl chloride film, fluorescent film, and film for illuminated
displays (highly-reflective film excluded), up to 0.25 mm thick
Sandblast rubber up to 1 mm thick *
Standard interfaces RS-232C serial, Centronics compatible parallel (automatic interface
selection)
Buffer memory 1 M byte
Resident command sets GP-GL and HP-GLTM emulation (selected by menu)
LCD panel 20 characters x 2 lines; in six languages
Compatible paper for pouncing Regular paper from 0.06 to 0.13 mm thick
Power supply 100 to 120 VAC; 50/60 Hz
220 to 240 VAC; 50 Hz
Power consumption 120 VA max.
Operating environment
Temperature: +10°C to +35°C
Humidity: 35% to 75% RH (non-condensing)
Recommended environment
Temperature: +16°C to +32°C
Humidity: 35% to 70% RH (non-condensing)
External dimensions approx. 860 (W) x 622 (D) x 310 (H) mm
Weight approx. 22 kg
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*1 When using Graphtec-specified film
*2 HP-GL is a trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company
*3 Use CB15U-K30 blades to cut sandblast rubber
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1.3.2 Options
Item Model no. Contents
Stand ST1001 With basket
Pouncing tool set PPA31-TP12 Pouncing plunger 1
Pouncing pin 1
Pouncing mats 5
1.4 External Dimensions
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2. BASIC OPERATION
2.1 Control Panel
Indicator Lamps
• The POWER lamp remains lit (green) while the plotter is on.
• The PROMPT lamp lights (red) when the plotter receives data that will
cause the pen carriage to move outside the effective cutting area or
receives the "Prompt Light" command (T) from the computer.
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SELECT Keys
POSITION Keys
PAUSE Key
ENTER Key
Depending on the menu being displayed, these keys are used to:
• Load a group of cutting conditions retained in the plotter's memory;
• Shift the cursor when setting a numeric value far a function;
• Select the desired sub-menu.
• All four keys are used to move the pen carriage when setting a function
that requires the specification of a coordinate position.
• The [ ⇑ ] and [ ⇓ ] keys are used to raise or lower the displayed numeric
setting of a function.
• The [⇐] and [⇒] keys are used to select the pen type when setting a
group of cutting conditions.
Press the [ PAUSE ] key to select PAUSE mode (its green lamp lights) and
temporarily suspend a cutting or plotting operation. Press it again to cancel
PAUSE mode (the lamp goes off).
Select PAUSE mode to set functions at the control panel (see Section 2.2,
"Selecting a Function Menu") or to store data from the computer in the
plotter's receive buffer.
After setting a function at the display panel, press the [ ENTER ] key to
register your setting.
To reset the plotter, concurrently press the [ ENTER ] and [ ORIGIN ] keys.
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TEST key
ORIGIN Key
COPY Key
CONDITION Key
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Runs a cutting test to check whether the currently selected cutting
conditions are compatible with the medium loaded.
Used to move the origin point.
To reset the plotter, concurrently press the [ ENTER ] and [ ORIGIN ] keys.
Used to repeat the cutting operation defined by the data in the plotter's
receive buffer.
Used to set the four groups of cutting conditions retained in the plotter's
internal memory or to select one group as the current cutting conditions.
To set a function at the control panel, press the [ PAUSE ] key to select
PAUSE mode and then consecutively press the [ NEXT ] key until the
desired menu appears (see Section 2.2, "Selecting a Function Menu").
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2.2 Selecting a Function Menu
When the plotter is in PAUSE mode (the PAUSE lamp is lit), each of the functions listed below in the
"Function selection" column can be accessed by pressing the [ NEXT ] key until the desired menu appears
and then pressing the numeric key indicated by a box.
PAUSE Function selection Sub-menus Function Description
[NEXT] ___ [2] BUFFER CLR ………………………………………. Clearing the Buffer
_ [3] PEN U/D ……………………………………………. Raising/Lowering the Pen
_ [4] FEED ……………………………………………….. Advancing the Film
[NEXT] ___ [1] I/F __________ [1] STEP SIZE …………………… Setting the Programmable Resolution
_ [2] RS-232C …………………….. Setting the Serial Interface
_ [4] COMMAND …………..……. Selecting the Command Mode
_ [2] Film _________ [1] ORIGIN POINT ……………… Setting the Origin in HP-GL
_ [2] AREA ……………………….. Setting the Cutting Area
_ [3] AXIS ………………………… Axis Alignment
_ [4] PAGE LENG. ……………….. Setting the Page Length
_ [3] FUNCTION ___ [1] ROTATE …………………….. Rotating the Coordinate Axes
_ [2] THICK __ [1] ON …………… Cutting Thick Sheets
_ [3] OFF …………. Cutting Thick Sheets
_ [2] OVERCUT
_ [3] MIRROR …………………….. Cutting a Reversed Image
_ [4] SCALE ………………………. Setting the SCALE Factor
TM
Mode
[NEXT] __ [2] OPTION 1 _____ [1] UP SPEED ……………….…….Setting the PEN UP Speed
_ [2] OFST PRS ……………………. Setting the Offset Cut Pressure
_ [3] OFST ANG ……………….….. Adjusting the Blade Offset Angle
_ [4] STP PASS ……………………. Setting the Stop Pass
_ [4] OPTION 2 ___ [1] QUALITY ……………..….……Setting the Quality Mode
_ [2] L UNIT …………………….…. Setting the Displayed Length Unit
_ [3] DIST ADJ …………………….. Adjusting the Distance Correction
_ [4] TEST ___ [2] CONDITION ….. Listing the Cutting Conditions
_ [3] SELF TEST …… Running the Self Test
_ [4] DUMP ………… Using the Character Dump Mode
_ [1] *1 …………….. Special Test Mode (Check Pattern)
*1 Press [1] key, then hold down the [ENTER] key as you press [1] key again.
Note : For information on setting the COPY function and other special functions, see USER’S
MANUAL Section 4.11 "Using the COPY Function", and USER’S MANUAL Section 5.18
"Using the Special Function".
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Setting the Multilingual Display
Your plotter's display can be set to one of six different languages. When turning on the plotter, hold down
the panel key corresponding to the desired language as listed in the table below.
Panel Key Language selected
1
2
3
4
NEXT
ENTER
Japanese
German
English
French
Spanish
Italian
2.3 Using the Character Dump Mode
This mode enables experienced users to detect the exact cause of communication problems between the
plotter and the computer. In character dump mode, an exact printout of the codes reaching the plotter is
produced.
Note : When the plotter receives READ commands that instruct it to output data, it will output dummy
data (except in the case of READ commands that request the output of the plotter's status data).
Note that printing in dump mode will be based on that dummy data.
If the cutting/plotting results are not what you expect, but the received data and the transmitted program
are identical, check the program at the computer once more (also refer to the separate "COMMAND SET
REFERENCE MANUAL").
If the cutting/plotting results are not what you expect, and the received data and the transmitted program
are different, check the interface conditions and the connection of the interface cable.
Warning : The pen starts moving as soon as the data is transmitted to the plotter from the computer.
To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the plotter, keep your hands, face, and other
obstacles out of the vicinity of the cutting mat and paper.
Procedure
Replace the cutter pen at the pen carriage's pen holder with a plotter pen and load paper in the plotter.
PAUSE Press the [ PAUSE ] key to select PAUSE mode.
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key.
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[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key again.
↓
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key again.
↓
[ 4 ] : Press the [ 4 ] key to select OPTI0N 2.
↓
[ 4 ] : Press the [ 4 ] key to select TEST.
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[ 4 ] : Press the [ 4 ] key to select DUMP.
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The prompt message below appears.
To select DUMP mode, press the [ 2 ] key to shift the blinking cursor next to ON.
If you decide not to select DUMP mode, press the [ 4 ] key to shift the blinking cursor to OFF.
↓
[ ENTER ] : Press the [ ENTER ] key.
↓
If DUMP mode has been selected, CHAR DUMP MODE appears on the display to indicate that the plotter
has entered DUMP mode.
↓
Transmit the data from the computer. As the data is received, the character data is printed as ASCII
codes and the non-character (control) data is plotted as two-digit hexadecimal values (e.g., Line Feed =
0A, Carriage Return = 0D, ETX = 03).
When all of the data has been printed, turn off the plotter to cancel DUMP mode.
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2.4 Running the Self Test
Your plotter is provided with a self test function that enables it to check its own functions. Because a
correctly drawn self test pattern signifies that all of the functions of the plotter (excluding the interface
settings) have been tested and found normal, this function is useful for determining whether the source of
a problem lies in the plotter itself or in the connection between the plotter and computer.
Warning : The pen starts moving as soon as the SELF TEST mode is selected by pressing the [ 2 ] key
(YES).
To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the plotter, keep your hands, face, and other
obstacles out of the vicinity of the cutting mat and paper.
Procedure
Replace the cutter pen at the pen carriage's pen holder with a platter pen and load paper in the plotter.
[ PAUSE ] : Press the [ PAUSE ] key to select PAUSE mode.
↓
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key.
↓
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key again.
↓
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key again.
↓
[ 4 ] : Press the [ 4 ] key to select OPTION 2.
↓
[ 4 ] : Press the [ 4 ] key to select TEST.
↓
[ 3 ] : Press the [ 3 ] key to select SELF TEST.
↓
The prompt message below appears.
To select the SELF TEST mode, press the [ 2 ] key (YES) to initiate printing of the self test pattern.
To return to the OPTION 1/2 selection menu, press the [ 4 ] key.
↓
When you have finished printing the self test pattern, turn off the plotter to cancel SELF TEST mode.
Note : The self test pattern is repeatedly printed until the plotter is turned off. To discontinue printing,
even if a pattern is not completely printed, simply turn off the plotter.
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2.5 Listing the Cutting Conditions
The CONDITI0N function lets you print a list of the settings of the four groups of cutting conditions, so
you can check all of your current settings at a glance.
Warning : The pen starts moving as soon as the CONDITION function is selected by pressing the [ 2 ]
key.
To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the plotter, keep your hands, face, and other
obstacles out of the vicinity of the cutting mat and paper.
Procedure
Replace the cutter pen at the pen carriage's pen holder with a plotter pen and load paper in the plotter.
[ PAUSE ] : Press the [ PAUSE ] key to select PAUSE mode.
↓
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key.
↓
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key again.
↓
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key again.
↓
[ 4 ] : Press the [ 4 ] key to select OPTION 2.
↓
[ 4 ] : Press the [ 4 ] key to select TEST.
↓
The sub-menu below appears, so select the CONDITION function.
As soon as the [ 2 ] key (CONDITION) is pressed, the message below appears and the plotter begins
printing a list of the currently set cutting conditions.
↓
↓
When all of the conditions have been printed, the READY message reappears.
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Sample printout by the CONDITION function
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2.6 Using the Special Functions
Your plotter is also equipped with the special functions described below.
• ":"/";" Command Control (":",";" COMMAND) [GP-GL command mode]
When the GP-GL command mode is selected, set this function to enable or disable the recognition of ":"
and ";" commands sent from the computer. These commands may adversely affect the cutting results if
the leading section of data is missing. In such cases, set this function to DISABLED.
• Pen UP/DOWN for the "W" Command ("W" COMMAND) [GP-GL command mode]
When a command specifying the plotting of an arc is sent from the computer, this function determines
whether to raise the pen or leave it in the same status (for example, the pen remains lowered if it was
lowered when the command was received) before moving it to the starting position for plotting.
When PEN DOWN is selected, the pen is moved to the starting position in the same status.
When PEN UP is selected, the pen is raised before moving to the starting position.
These setting are effective on cutting mode only.
• Model No. Response (MODEL EMULATED)
When HP-GLTM command mode is selected, this function selects the plotter's response to an "OI"
request sent from the computer.
When 7550 is selected, the plotter's response is 7550.
When 7586 is selected, the plotter's response is 7586.
• CONDITI0N PRI0RITY
This function determines the priority of programmed cutting conditions and manual settings of cutting
conditions at the plotter's control panel.
When MANUAL is selected, commands specifying cutting conditions from the computer are ignored
and the cutting conditions can only be set at the control panel. The registered conditions are retained in
the plotter's internal memory even while the plotter is turned off.
When PROGRAM is selected, the cutting conditions can be set either at the plotter's control panel or by
command input from the computer. When the plotter is turned off, however, the registered cutting
conditions are not retained.
• Initial Blade Control Position (INIT. BLADE CONTROL)
This function specifies the position at which initial blade control is performed (for more information
about initial blade control, see USER’S MANUAL Section 5.11,"Adjusting the Blade Offset Angle").
When 2 mm BELOW is selected, initial blade control is performed 2 mm below the starting point of
cutting.
When OUTSIDE is selected, initial blade control is performed outside of the effective cutting area.
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• Pen UP Movement Control (PEN UP MOVE)
When the plotter receives commands that specify consecutive pen movements in raised status, this
function determines whether to move the pen to each coordinate point or to move the pen directly to the
final coordinate point.
When ENABLED is selected, the pen moves to each coordinate point in sequence.
When DISABLED is selected, the pen moves directly to the final coordinate point.
• ON/OFF Control of the Paper Size Sensor in the Film Feeding Direction (MAINTENANCE 1)
This function lets you disable the sensor which detects paper size in the film feeding direction.
When ON is selected, the sensor is disabled.
When OFF is selected, the sensor is enabled.
• ON/0FF Control of Paper Width Sensor (MAINTENANCE 2)
This function lets you disable the sensor which detects the width of the paper.
When ON is selected, the paper width sensor is disabled.
When OFF is selected, the paper width sensor is enabled.
• Setting the MAINTENANCE 3 Function
When this function has been set to ON and the medium has been loaded a second time after the plotter
has been turned on, the plotter will assume that the medium has been reloaded and will then display the
menu for setting the CONTINUE mode.
If it has been set to OFF, the plotter does not display the CONTINUE menu.
If the CONTINUE mode is enabled when loading the medium, the medium's size will not be detected.
During long-axis plotting or other cases where the medium is likely to come loose of the pinch rollers,
the medium can be reloaded by pressing the [ PAUSE ] key to temporarily suspend the operation in
progress.
Notes on Setting the CONTINUE Mode
* When the MAINTENANCE 3 function has been set to ON, the pen carriage will not be release even if
the film set lever is lowered.
* The CONTINUE menu does not appear when the plotter is turned on or during initial paper selection
after the plotter has been reset.
* Even if the film set lever is lowered during plotting, the plotting operation will not be stopped. To
discontinue plotting, make sure to press the [ PAUSE ] key before lowering the film set lever.
* If the right pinch roller is moved when loading the medium, the pen carriage may strike the Stopper.
To change the position of the pinch roller after having selected CONTINUE mode at the paper selection
menu, turn off the plotter first.
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Procedure
While holding down the [ ⇓ ] key, turn on the plotter.
The special functions are displayed in the sequence shown below.
In GP-GL command mode In HP-GLTM command mode
To change the setting of the displayed menu, press the [ 2 ] or [ 4 ] key.
To register the selected setting and proceed to the next menu, press the [ ENTER ] key.
To proceed to the next menu without changing the setting, press the [ NEXT ] key.
When you have finished setting all of the special functions, turn off the plotter.
Note : Your settings are registered in the plotter's internal memory and retained even while the plotter is
turned off.
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2.7 Setting the Serial Interface
To enable prompt compatibility with multiple software applications, you can register three different
groups of interface settings (RS-1, RS-2, and RS-3) in the plotter's non-volatile RAM. The desired group
of RS-232C interface settings can later be easily loaded from the control panel.
Incorrectly set interface conditions can cause the plotter to malfunction or not operate at all. Be sure to set
the plotter's interface conditions to match those of your computer and the target software application.
Note : For the specifications of your plotter's serial interface, see Section 2.11,"RS- 232C Serial
Interface."
Factory Preset Interface Settings
Your plotter comes with its three groups of interface conditions set to the factory presets listed in the table
below.
Procedure
[ PAUSE ] : Press the [ PAUSE ] key to enter PAUSE mode.
↓
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key.
↓
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key again.
↓
[ 1 ] : Press the [ 1 ] key to select INTERFACE.
↓
[ 2 ] : Press the [ 2 ] key to select RS-232C.
↓
The menu below appears, so select the group of RS-232C interface conditions to be changed.
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Consecutively press the [ ⇑ ] or [ ⇓ ] key to cycle through the available choices in the sequence below.
→ No.=1 ↔ No.=2 ↔ No.=3 ←
|_________________________|
When the number of the desired group is displayed, press the [ ENTER ] key. The menu similar to the
example below appears.
Press the numeric key next to the condition you wish to change. The selected condition blinks to indicate
that you can change its setting, so press the [ ⇑ ] or [ ⇓ ] key until the desired value appears.
To set the rate of data transfer, press the [ 1 ] key. Next, consecutively press the [ ⇑ ] or [ ⇓ ] key to cycle
through the available speeds in the sequence below.
→ 300 ↔ 600 ↔ 1200 ↔ 2400 ↔ 4800 ↔ 9600 ←
|_________________________________________|
To set the number of bits per character, press the [ 2 ] key. Next, press the [ ⇑ ] or [ ⇓ ] key to select 7 or
8 bits.
→ 7 ↔ 8 ←
|_________|
To set the parity mode, press the [ 3 ] key. Next, press the [ ⇑ ] or [ ⇓ ] key to cycle through the available
choices.
→ N(No parity check) ↔ E(Even parity) ↔ O(Odd parity) ←
|_________________________________________________|
To set the handshaking mode, press the [ 4 ] key. Next, consecutively press the [ ⇑ ] or [ ⇓ ] key to cycle
through the available handshaking modes.
→ H(Hardwire) ↔ X(X on/X off) ↔ E(Enq/Ack) ←
|__________________________________________|
E(Enq/Ack) only appears when HP-GLTM command mode has been selected.
↓
[ ENTER ] : When the displayed settings are all correct, press the [ ENTER ] key to register your
settings.
↓
[ PAUSE ] : Press the [ PAUSE ] key to cancel PAUSE mode.
Note : Your settings are retained in the internal memory even while the plotter is turned off.
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2.8 Selecting the Command Mode
This function selects the command mode for the plotter.
Note : Be sure to set the command mode to match the command mode setting of your software
application.
Procedure
[ PAUSE ] : Press the [ PAUSE ] key to select PAUSE mode.
↓
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key.
↓
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key again.
↓
[ 1 ] : Press the [ 1 ] key to select INTERFACE.
↓
[ 4 ] : Press the [ 4 ] key to select COMMAND.
↓
The sub-menu below appears, so select the desire command mode.
To select GP-GL command mode, press the [ 2 ] key to shift the blinking cursor to the left.
To select HP-GL command mode, press the [ 4 ] key to shift the blinking cursor to the right.
↓
[ ENTER ] : Press the [ ENTER ] key to register your setting.
↓
[ PAUSE ] : Press the [ PAUSE ] key to cancel PAUSE mode.
Note : Your COMMAND setting is retained in the plotter's internal memory even while the plotter is
turned off.
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2.9 Setting the Programmable Resolution
When GP-GL command mode is selected, this function lets you set the distance of pen movement
corresponding to the coordinate value of 1.
When HP-GLTM command mode is selected, this function is not displayed.
Note : Be sure to set the programmable resolution to match the corresponding setting of your software
application. If they are not set identically, the cutting results will not be the same size that you
specified.
Procedure
[ PAUSE ] : Press the [ PAUSE ] key to select PAUSE mode.
↓
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key.
↓
[ NEXT ] : Press the [ NEXT ] key again.
↓
[ 1 ] : Press the [ 1 ] key to select INTERFACE.
↓
[ 1 ] : Press the [ 1 ] key to select STEP SIZE.
↓
The sub-menu below appears.
To select the programmable resolution, consecutively press the [ ⇑ ] or [ ⇓ ] key to cycle through the
available sizes in the sequence below.
→ 0.010 ↔ 0.025 ↔ 0.050 ↔ 0.100 ←
|_______________________________|
↓
[ ENTER ] : Press the [ ENTER ] key to register your setting.
↓
[ PAUSE ] : Press the [ PAUSE ] key to cancel PAUSE mode.
Note : Your STEP SIZE setting is retained in the plotter's internal memory even while the plotter is
turned off.
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2.10 Centronics-Compatible Parallel Interface
This eight-bit Centronics-compatible parallel interface is generally used for interfacing printers.
The input data signals are grouped into the eight bits of the DATA signals (DB0 to DB7), and each group
of eight DATA signals is followed by the input of an active-LOW STROBE signal. Upon receipt of the
STROBE signal, the plotter activates its BUSY signal, outputs an ACK signal, then reads the input
DATA signals to begin a cutting or plotting operation.
When the specified operation is completed, the plotter awaits the input of subsequent DATA signals.
Caution : The interface cable should be no longer than two meters.
Specifications
• While the parallel interface is used, data cannot be output from the plotter (that is, READ commands
cannot be used with the exception of the "BS" command).
• Synchronization method: Asynchronous transmission by handshaking based on STROBE and BUSY
signals.
Electrical characteristics
Based on TTL-level compatibility with the logic states below.
Positive logic "1" +2.2V or more DATA, BUSY
"0" +0.8V or less
Negative logic "1" +0.8V or less ERROR , ACK, STROBE
"0" +2.2V or more
Input / Output Circuitry
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Input / Output Timing Chart
Compatible Connectors
Plotter end: FCN685JO36-L/Y (FUJITSU)
Cable end: 57-30360 (DDK)
Pin Assignment of the Parallel Connector
The pin assignment of the Centronics-compatible parallel interface connector is described below.
Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
STROBE
DB 0
DB 1
DB 2
DB 3
DB 4
DB 5
DB 6
DB 7
ACK
BUSY
GND
SLCT
Not used
Not used
GND
Not used
+ 5 V
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
Not used
ERROR
GND
Not used
GND
GND
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2.11 RS-232C Serial Interface
The RS-232C serial interface of your plotter conforms to the RS-232C Standard of the Electronic
Industries Association (EIA).
This serial interface performs the serial transfer of digital binary data, control signals, and SYNC signals.
Specifications
Standard CCITT V.24, EIA RS-232C, JIS X5101
Synchronization Asynchronous start-stop
Transfer rate 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 bits/s
Stop bit 2 stop bits
Parity Even, odd, none
Character length 7 or 8 bits
Electrical Characteristics
(Negative logic)
Input voltage level + 5 V to + 12 V
Output voltage level + 5 V to + 8 V
Compatible Connectors
Plotter end : DB-25S
(ISO 2.6mm nut (M2.6 x 0.45) or ANSI #4-40 nut should be used as the locking nut.)
Cable end : DB-25P
(ISO 2.6mm screw (M2.6 x 0.45) or ANSI #4-40 screw should be used as the locking.)
RD,SD
- 5 V to - 12 V
- 5 V to - 8 V
RS,CS,DR,ER
(Positive logic)
Logical "0" "ON"
Logical "1" "OFF"
Logical "0" "ON"
Logical "1" "OFF"
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3. USING CUTTER PENS AND SETTING CUTTING
CONDITIONS
3.1 Types of Cutter Blades and Their Features
Blade part number and
type
CB09UA
(super-steel)
CB15U
(super-steel)
CB15U-K30
(super-steel)
CB15-10C
(ceramic)
CB15-05S
(sapphire)
Diameter and
blade offset value
Diameter
φ 0.9 mm
Blade offset
0.45
Diameter
φ 1.5 mm
Blade offset
0.75
Diameter
φ 1.5 mm
Blade offset
0.75
Diameter
φ 1.5 mm
Blade offset
0.50
Diameter
φ 1.5 mm
Blade offset
0.25
Plunger part
number
PHP32-CB09 Standard blade for cutting color
PHP32-CB15 For cutting film which is too thick for
PHP32-CB15 For cutting sandblast rubber. The
PHP31-CB15 This is the hardest blade, but may chip
PHP31-CB15 For cutting masking film.
Applications and features
adhesive film.
Suitable for cutting film up to 0.25 mm
thick.
Maximum cutting distance of
approximately 4000 m.
the CBO9UA blade to handle.
Suitable for cutting film from 0.25 mm
to 0.5 mm thick.
sharply angled point provides a longer
cutting edge.
Suitable for cutting material from 0.5
mm to 1.5 mm thick.
or shatter if dropped or subjected to
impact.
Suitable for cutting material up to 0.05
mm thick.
Suitable for cutting material up to 0.05
mm thick.
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3.2 Cutter Pen Nomenclature
Warning : To avoid injury, handle the cutter blades carefully.
• Structure of the PHP32-CB09 Cutter Pen
(for cutter blades of 0.9 mm diameter)
* The CB09UA super-steel blade is shown in the figure above.
• Structure of the PHP32-CB15 Cutter Pen
(for super-steel cutter blades of 1.5 mm diameter)
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* The CB15U super-steel blade is shown in the figure above.
• Structure of the PHP31-CB15 Cutter Pen
(for ceramic and sapphire cutter blades of 1.5 mm diameter)
* The CB15-10C ceramic blade is shown in the figure above.
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