MUTOH SC-PRO User Manual
User’s Guide
Sign Cutting Plotter
User’s Guide SC-PRO Cutting Plotter
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05 September 2008
Published: Mutoh Europe N.V., Archimedesstraat 13, B-8400 Oostende, BELGIUM
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a Mutoh SC-Pro series sign cutting plotter. The Mutoh SC-Pro drag knife cutting
plotter has been designed to be one of the most user-friendly and versatile cutting plotters in the market.
As a stand-alone cutting plotter, the SC-Pro can cut and plot designs onto PVC or paper as required.
In combination with an inkjet printer, the SC-Pro cutting plotter is ready for contour-cutting of pre-printed
signs made with any printer capable of printing onto cutting plotter compatible media. Contour-cutting is
made possible via the integrated EPOS (electronic positioning) technology and the in-the-box software.
But even more important, it is easy to use, as the following guide will show you.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Regularisationandsafetyinformation.......................11
1.1Complywithfollowingregulations....................................................................11
1.2 Important notes .................................................................................................12
1.3 Safety Labels ......................................................................................................12
2 Product overview ...................................................... 15
2.1 Dimensions ........................................................................................................15
2.2 Installation environment requirements .............................................................15
2.3 Part names and functions ..................................................................................17
2.3.1 Front of the SC-PRO ....................................................................................17
2.3.2 Rear of the SC-PRO ......................................................................................18
2.3.3 Operation panel ..........................................................................................19
2.4 In-the-box contents ...........................................................................................20
3 Basics ........................................................................ 21
3.1 Installing and replacing tools .............................................................................21
3.1.1 Installing tools .............................................................................................21
3.1.2 Replace cutter blade ...................................................................................22
3.1.3 Replace auto sheet-off knife .......................................................................23
3.1.4 Replacing the cutting mat ...........................................................................24
3.2 Handling and storing media ...............................................................................25
3.2.1 Handling media ...........................................................................................25
3.2.2 Precaution on storing media .......................................................................25
3.3 Loading media ....................................................................................................26
3.3.1 Loading roll media .......................................................................................26
3.3.1.1 Loading cut vinyl ....................................................................................26
3.3.1.2 Loading pre-printed vinyl .......................................................................29
3.3.2 Loading sheet media ...................................................................................32
4 Walkthrough the operation panel ............................. 35
4.1 Direct key access ................................................................................................35
4.1.1 SHEET OFF key .............................................................................................36
4.1.2 ORIGIN key ..................................................................................................37
4.1.3 TEST key ......................................................................................................37
4.1.4 CONTOUR CUTTING key ..............................................................................38
4.1.5 SPEED key ....................................................................................................39
4.1.6 FORCE key ...................................................................................................40
4.1.7 OFFSET key ..................................................................................................41
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4.1.8 TOOL key .....................................................................................................42
4.2 Menu overview ..................................................................................................43
4.2.1 Sheet off mode............................................................................................46
4.2.2 Sheet off margin ..........................................................................................46
4.2.3 Auto Shuffle ................................................................................................46
4.2.4 Pre-Feed length ...........................................................................................47
4.2.5 Max Sheet length ........................................................................................48
4.2.6 Page mode ..................................................................................................49
4.2.7 Origin ..........................................................................................................50
4.2.8 Laser speed .................................................................................................50
4.2.9 Tool-up speed .............................................................................................51
4.2.10 Job focus ................................................................................................51
4.2.11 Smoothing ..............................................................................................51
4.2.12 Factory default .......................................................................................52
4.2.13 Copies ....................................................................................................52
4.2.14 Bezier .....................................................................................................53
4.2.15 Language ................................................................................................53
4.2.16 Emulation ...............................................................................................53
4.2.17 Program step ..........................................................................................54
4.2.18 VS/ZF/AS ................................................................................................54
4.2.19 LCD contrast ...........................................................................................54
4.2.20 Keyboard beep .......................................................................................55
4.2.21 Versions .................................................................................................55
4.2.22 Basic / Full menu ....................................................................................55
4.2.23 Serial communication ............................................................................56
4.2.24 Network communication .......................................................................57
4.2.24.1 TCP/IP Address ...................................................................................57
4.2.24.2 SubnetMask ........................................................................................57
4.3 Special key combinations ...................................................................................58
4.3.1 EPOS laser ON .............................................................................................58
4.3.2 EPOS laser OFF ............................................................................................59
4.3.3 Bar code verification ...................................................................................59
4.3.4 Updating the keyboard ...............................................................................60
4.3.5 Reset the keyboard .....................................................................................60
4.3.6 Activate Sheet off knife ...............................................................................61
4.3.7 Factory default ............................................................................................61
4.4 Keys accessible during a cutting job ..................................................................62
4.4.1 While cutting ...............................................................................................62
4.4.2 While pausing a cutting job .........................................................................62
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5 Fine-tuning your cutter .............................................. 63
5.1 Adjusting the knife depth ..................................................................................63
5.2 Setting the tool force .........................................................................................66
5.3 Offset principle ..................................................................................................66
5.4 EPOS test cuts ....................................................................................................67
5.4.1 EPOS alignment ...........................................................................................67
5.4.1.1 Tools necessary: .....................................................................................67
5.4.1.2 Alignment procedure .............................................................................67
5.4.1.3 Adjustments if necessary .......................................................................68
5.4.2 EPOS readout ..............................................................................................69
5.4.3 EPOS calibration ..........................................................................................70
5.5 XY-Distance Accuracy .........................................................................................73
6 Contour cutting ......................................................... 75
6.1 Different alignment methods ............................................................................75
6.2 Which Aligning Method should I use? ...............................................................76
6.3 Square details ....................................................................................................77
6.3.1 Hints – tips – recommendations .................................................................77
6.3.2 Automatic alignment without barcode .......................................................78
6.3.3 Automatic alignment with barcode – single frame .....................................79
6.3.4 Automatic alignment with barcode – multi frame ......................................80
6.4 Cut area measurement ......................................................................................81
7 Maintenance ............................................................. 83
7.1 Cleaning & Daily maintenance ...........................................................................83
7.1.1 Cleaning the grid rolls .................................................................................83
7.1.2 Cleaning the cutter blade ............................................................................84
7.1.3 Cleaning the cutting plotter ........................................................................84
8 Troubleshooting ........................................................ 85
8.1 Checking the communication settings ...............................................................86
8.1.1 For serial cable connections ........................................................................86
8.1.2 For network connections ............................................................................87
8.2 Error messages ..................................................................................................88
8.2.1 Recoverable errors messages .....................................................................88
8.2.2 Unrecoverable system errors ......................................................................91
9 Consumables ............................................................. 95
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CHAPTER 1 : SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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1 REGULARISATION AND SAFETY
INFORMATION
Safety terms in this manual are categorized into following three types, depending on the degree of the risk
(or the scale of accident)
Safety Terms Details
WARNING
Must be followed carefully to avoid death or serious bodily injury.
CAUTION
Must be observed to avoid bodily injury (moderately or lightly) or damage to your product
NOTES
Contains important information and useful tips on the operation of your product
1.1 COMPLY WITH FOLLOWING REGULATIONS
The CE marking is a mandatory European marking for certain product groups to
indicate conformity with the essential health and safety requirements set out in
European Directives.
By affixing the CE marking, the manufacturer, his authorized representative, or the
person placing the product on the market or putting it into service ensures that the item
meets all the essential requirements of all applicable EU directives and that the
applicable conformity assessment procedures have been applied.
This product is tested and approved by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA),
this to provide increased assurance of quality and safety.
The product is tested according to IEC60950.
This standard tries to cover all safety aspects.
Mechanical, electrical
Choice of components
Choice of materials: flammability!
Connectors, cables …
Fire enclosure
…
This means the product is safe for users, service personnel and production personnel.
CSA International certification is not a legal commitment but it assures the quality and
safety of the machine.
Your product is designed and manufactured with high-quality materials and
components, which can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product, it means the
product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC – WEEE regulation.
Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and
electronic products.
Please act according to local rules and do not dispose of your old products with your
normal household waste. The correct disposal of your old product will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.
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1.2 IMPORTANT NOTES
Technical problems and maintenance, which require the cutter to be opened, can only be done by
qualified personnel who were trained to repair this type of machine.
Unauthorized removing of covers and/or overruling safety locks can be dangerous and will result in
your guarantee becoming void.
After powering OFF the machine, wait at least 10 seconds before powering ON again. Not respecting
this time interval could damage the machine.
1.3 SAFETY LABELS
Be careful when servicing this machine. The cutter has two fuses.
One neutral and one in phase.
After operation of the fuse, parts of the equipment that remain
energized might represent a hazard during servicing.
Be sure not to stare in the laser mounted on the cutting head.
Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the
pressure rollers and grid rollers when loading media
for example.
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Be careful not to get stuck between the following
moving parts:
► Cutting head
► Grid rollers
Be careful not to get stuck between the following
moving parts:
► Cutting head
► Grid rollers
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CHAPTER 2 : PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
2.1 DIMENSIONS
Please find below the sizes of the SC Pro cutter with all dimensions in millimeters.
2305 1062
1259
662
2.2 INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
The location where you set up your equipment is very important. Please see to it that it meets following
conditions:
Power supply
100 - 240 VAC
50 - 60 Hz
Max. 1.5 A
Ambient Conditions:
Operating environment
Temperature 5 °C to 30 °C
Humidity 35 % - 75 % non-condensing
Recommended environment (dark area)
Temperature 16 °C to 25 °C
Humidity 50 % to 65 % non-condensing
Variation rate
Temperature 2 °C per hour
Humidity 5 % per hour
Storage environment
Temperature 0 °C to 50 °C
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Room conditions
Please protect your cutter from moisture, dust, draughts and direct sunlight (to prevent possible
media detection and epos readout issues). It is best to keep your machine away from open
windows and air-conditioners.
See to it that there is an adequate space around the cutter so that ventilation is not obstructed.
Avoid unnecessary vibrations and set up your cutter on a level surface.
Be sure to have some free space on each side of the SC-Pro to ease the operating of it.
a
b
c
d
a = at least 1 meter
b = at least 1 meter
c = at least 1 meter
d = at least 0,1 meter
This means that you need the following room space in total: 3,20m x 2,66m (W x D)
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2.3 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
2.3.1 Front of the SC-PRO
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23
4
56
7
89
10
12
13
11
N° Part Function
1
Bumper
To avoid the head crashing against the side and to measure the width of
the machine during initialization.
2
Media guide To guide the media when moving front and backwards.
3
Cutting groove A groove to guide a knife to sheet of the media manually.
4
Cutting head Assembly of cutting knife, sheet-off knife and EPOS sensor.
5
Cutting mat Provides a reliable cutting surface and minimizes damage to the knife tip.
6
Pressure rollers To hold the media against the grid rollers.
7
Small grid rollers
Rollers with a lot of grip to move the media along front and backwards
There is 1 large one and 13 small ones.
8
Large grid roller
9
Control panel Removable panel with LCD display and control keys.
10
Tool storage holes Holes in the right cover to store 3 tools.
11
Pressure roller lever
To lower or raise the pressure rollers. Note that all sent data will be
removed out of the buffers when raising the lever.
12
Media collection bag Bag to collect the media when sheeted-off.
13
Caster wheels To move the cutter easily or to fix the stand using the brakes.
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2.3.2 Rear of the SC-PRO
1
2
3
4
5
6789
11
12
10
N° Part Function
1
Grid roller marks
To mark the position of the grid rollers.
The pressure rollers should always be positioned on top of a grid
roller, if not, it will be impossible to start cutting.
2
Conveyor roll support brackets
To support the conveyor rolls. Multiple stands possible for the
conveyor rolls.
3
Conveyor roll guiding flanges To keep the loaded roll media in its position.
4
Conveyor roll To support and roll off the load media roll.
5
Conveyer roll brake To prevent that the loaded media keeps unwinding.
6
Serial interface connector To connect the serial interface cable.
7
USB interface connector To connect the USB cable.
8
Power cable connector To connect the power cable.
9
Fuse cover To easily access the two fuses.
10
Power switch To power ON/OFF the cutter.
11
Network interface connector To connect the network cable.
12
Tool storage place To store the pens and knifes.
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2.3.3 Operation panel
BASIC KEYS
1
MENU key To enter the main menu of the cutter
2
ENTER key To open a menu item or to confirm a setting
3
EXIT/CANCEL key To exit a menu item, to decline a setting or to cancel a cutting job.
4
RESUME / PAUSE key To interrupt or resume a cutting job
5
UP / YES key
This key has multiple functions
o Browse through the main menu
o Increase a value
o Confirm a setting
6
DOWN / NO key
This key has multiple functions
o Browse through the main menu
o Decrease a value
o Decline a setting
7
MEDIA TYPE key
To select the media type
o Sheet media initialization: front – rear – left – right
o Roll front media initialization: front – left – right
o Roll media initialization: left - right
8
ARROW key
To move the media forwards and backwards
To move the cutter head to the left or right
DIRECT KEYS
9
SHEET OFF key To enter the sheet off mode
10
TEST key To enter the test menu
11
ORIGIN key To enter the origin menu
12
CONTOUR CUTTING key To enter the contour cutting menu
13
SPEED key To enter the speed menu
14
OFFSET key To enter the offset menu
15
FORCE key To enter the force menu
16
TOOL key To enter the tool menu
LED’s
17
SHEET LED Lights up when selecting SHEET with the [MEDIA TYPE]-key.
18
ROLL FRONT LED Lights up when selecting ROLL FRONT with the [MEDIA TYPE]-key.
19
ROLL LED Lights up when selecting ROLL with the [MEDIA TYPE]-key.
20
ORIGIN LED
Lights up when an origin is set by the user.
Blinks when you are busy setting the origin.
21
CONTOUR CUTTING LED
Light up while contour cutting.
Blinks when the cutter is measuring the reference box.
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2.4 IN-THE-BOX CONTENTS
After unpacking each box, inspect if there are no damaged parts and that all necessary parts are present.
NOTES
THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGES MAY BE DIFFERENT DEPENDING ON THE MARKET WHERE THEY ARE USED.
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL MUTOH DEALER OR DISTRIBUTOR FOR DETAILS.
I
F ANY PART IS MISSING OR BROKEN, CONTACT EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING:
o T
HE SHOP WHERE YOU BOUGHT YOUR MUTOH CUTTER
o YOUR LOCAL MUTOH DISTRIBUTOR.
(*)
When ordered as a bundle together with a Mutoh Printer, the in-the-box software may be replaced with one software which handles cutting, printing and contour cutting.
Description Qty
Cutter unit
1
Stand assembly
1
Media bag assembly
1
Conveyor system
1
Commercial kit
1
Tools
1
Knife holder and blade 1
Cutter blade 45° 1
Blade for auto sheet-off 1
Pressurized BallPoint Pen 1
Spare cutting mat 1
Mutoh knife 1
Core support 3” 2
Set of wing screws 1
Cables
1
Power cable EU 1
Power cable UK 1
Power cable US 1
USB cable 1
Adapter cable (9 – 25 pin) 1
Interface (RS-232) cable 1
Documentation
1
User’s Guide 1
Application Guide 1
Installation Guide 1
Installation Sheet 1
Installation CD 1
CD with manuals of all Mutoh machines 1
In-The-Box WEEE regularisation 1
Starter software kit (*)
1
Quality test sheet of this machine
1
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3 BASICS
3.1 INSTALLING AND REPLACING TOOLS
3.1.1 Installing tools
At the right-hand side of the cutter head, you will find a pivoting mounting bracket. Opening this bracket will
enable you to install a full range of cutting and drawing tools.
To do so, please follow the instructions mentioned below.
Step 1 : Open the screw (1) to unlock the tool head-mounting bracket.
Step 2 : Hold back the clip (2) of the tool head and slide the tool into position, making sure the tool collar
fits into the groove just beneath the locking screw (3).
Step 3 : Fasten the screw to secure the tool into position.
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3.1.2 Replace cutter blade
To replace a blade, please proceed as follows:
STANDARD KNIFE HOLDER
Step 1 : Hold the body (2) into one hand and
unscrew the base part (1)
Step 2 : Remove the spring (3) and the cutting
blade (4).
Step 3 : Slide the spring over the new cutting
blade
Step 4 : Place the new blade with its spring into
the base part and screw the whole
assembly onto the body.
KNIFE HOLDER WITH NONIUS
Step 1 : Take the body into one hand and remove
the base part
Step 2 : Pull the old blade out of the holder and
insert a new one
Step 3 : Place the base part on top of the holder
assembly and twist it tightly.
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3.1.3 Replace auto sheet-off knife
When you frequently use the auto-sheet-off utility, it is a good practice to regularly clean the knife and to
replace it when it starts to wear.
To replace the auto sheet-off knife, please follow the instructions mentioned below.
Step 1 : Power OFF the unit and remove the power cable.
Step 2 : Remove the 2 screws fixing the head cover.
Step 3 : Higher the cutter cap (1) and swing it away (2). Do not loosen the spring.
Step 4 : Remove the sheet-off knife (3).
Step 5 : Clean the sheet-off knife, removing any material residues that might be clogged to the blade. In
case the blade is worn, reinstall a new knife.
Step 6 : Place the (new) knife into the auto sheet-off assembly (4). Make sure the knife is correctly
oriented.
Step 7 : Reinstall the cutter cap onto the auto sheet-off knife.
Step 8 : Reinstall the head cover.
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3.1.4 Replacing the cutting mat
To replace the cutting mat, proceed as follows:
Step 1 : First of all, remove the worn cutting mat (1) by pulling it out, together with the underlying strip of
vinyl (2).
Step 2 : Depending on the type of grid roll cover, the cutting mat should be installed differently. You can
recognize the type of cover by the amount of holes at the left side (refer to picture below).
T
YPE 1
T
YPE 2
Step 3 : Install the new cutting mat.
a. For TYPE 1
Stick the cutting mat as close as possible to the rear of the machine.
REAR FRON
T
b. For TYPE 2
Stick the vinyl as close as possible to the front of the machine.
REAR FRON
T
Step 4 : Please contact an Authorized Mutoh technician to perform a Y-Z profile measurement and
sheeting-off knife adjustment.
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3.2 HANDLING AND STORING MEDIA
Before you will be able to cut a job, it is necessary to know which media to use.
3.2.1 Handling media
When you handle media, please pay attention to the following:
Use recommended media in an appropriate environment. Following are the appropriate temperature
and humidity ranges for printing.
Temperature Humidity
Recommended working environment 20-30°C 40% to 65%
Rate of change Within 2°C per hour Within 5% per hour
Do not use creased, damaged, torn, curled, or wrapped media.
Temperature changes will influence the size of media that is used. Before using sheet media, place the
sheet in the working environment to have it match to the temperature of the working area.
Printing before the media has been able to accommodate to the printing environment may cause media
jams due to slippage or creases. This also adversely affects the quality of printing.
Media has a printable side and a non-printable side. If you print on a not printable side, blurring or slight
touching may occur.
Do not touch the printable side of media. Moisture or oil from hands affects the printing quality.
Do not leave the printer for a long time with media loaded. The media may curl, resulting in
misalignment, media jams, or decreased printing quality. In particular, avoid this in winter, dry seasons,
or during final printing.
Do not throw away the box or wrapping bag for storing media.
3.2.2 Precaution on storing media
When storing media, pay attention to the following:
Do not store media in high temperatures, high humidity, or direct sunlight.
Store sheet media in the original bag after unpacking.
Unused roll media must be removed from the scroller, rewound tightly, and stored in the original
wrapping bag and the box.
Do not wet media.
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3.3 LOADING MEDIA
3.3.1 Loading roll media
Please follow the procedure below to load roll media properly.
Be aware that there is a loading cycle difference between loading cut vinyl and pre-printed vinyl meant for
contour cutting.
3.3.1.1 Loading
cut vinyl
Configuration to start from:
► Raised pressure rollers.
► Rear media collection bag open and EMPTY.
► Front media collection bag open when the cutting job is smaller than 4m.
Front media collection bag closed when the cutting job is larger than 4 m.
► Install the brake and two flanges on the conveyor roll closest to the cutter.
Step 1 : Place the vinyl on the conveyor rolls (2 & 4).
Pay attention to the following:
► Position the conveyor rolls so that the space (6) between them is
maximum the core diameter (5). Otherwise the core will fall
through when the roll is (almost) empty.
► Be sure that the slip ring obstructer (1) is positioned at the left
side of the rear conveyor roll (2). It is recommended to install the
rear conveyor roll in the following position ► ► ►
Step 2 : Position the media roll on the two conveyor rolls.
Pay attention to the following:
► The outer left and the outer right pressure rollers always have to be used. The middle rollers
2 and 3 (half of the pressure as roller 1 and 4) can be used, but they may also be disabled (in
between two arrows (as number 2 on the picture below). This to eliminate roller marks on
vulnerable vinyl for example. The left pressure roller can only move between the two flat
arrows.
► On the rear cover, arrows are marked. These arrows represent the possible position of the
pressure rollers. The left pressure roller can have a various position; the other three have a
fixed position.
► The cutter will cut between the centres of the outer pressure rollers, regardless of the width
of the cut vinyl. Therefore, it is recommended to position the outer pressure rollers about 1cm
inside the media. It is not recommended that the rollers run on the very edge of the material.
REAR of the machine
1234
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Step 3 : Guide the media under the pressure rollers to the front of the cutter.
Step 4 : Position the pressure rollers as you have decided in step 2. Pressure rollers 2-3-4 have a tactile
and audible click system which makes it easier to position them correctly. The right pressure
roller (1) can never be malpositioned.
If one of the others is malpositioned, a message will be displayed after media initialization.
Please refer to the picture.
FRONT of the machine
1234
P
ressure roll
3
malpositioned!
Step 5 : Set the media load type prior to loading media. Select if you want the cutting plotter to look for the
front edge of the vinyl.
► ROLL front The cutter will measure the left, right and front of the media.
The origin will be defined from the front of the roll.
There will be a shuffle of the set Pre-Feed length.
► ROLL The cutter will measure the left and right side of the media.
The origin will be defined from the position of the roll when
lowering the lever.
There will be a shuffle of the set Pre-Feed length.
Step 6 : Load the media properly:
It is best that you hold the front edge of the media in the
middle with one hand and with the other hand the roll itself.
As you are holding the roll firmly into position, pull the front
edge of the media forward so that there is an even tension
across the whole width of the roll (= equal tension method)
Do NOT use the rulers to align a roll of media! They are for
use with sheets only. Rolls can only be correctly installed
using the equal tension method.
The rulers will help you monitoring if the media is not
meandering too much.
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Step 7 : Push the guiding flanges against the left and right side of roll to be sure it does not drift.
Step 8 : Be sure that the media is cut off straight at the front to avoid media initialization mismatches.
Notes
Before lowering the pressure rollers, be sure that there is a knife or pen installed in the head. This because
during the media initialization, the penhead will also be initialized. If you insert a pen/knife afterwards, the
machine will not know how to wind the coil of the penhead. This could result in cutting lines across the
complete print.
Step 9 : Pull the lever down. This action will initialize the media loading sequence, during which the cutter
will shuffle a pre-set distance of vinyl (Pre-Feed Length). The following messages can be
displayed:
Roll Front Roll
Pl
ease wait
Pl
ease wait
Notes
The head will move fast over the media. Be careful not to pinch your fingers during this action.
Please refer to “chapter 4 - Pre-feed Length” to understand the important function of this feature.
Step 10 : After a successful measurement, the main screen will appear. The width of the media will be
displayed:
*READY*
X Roll Y 500
D
rag Knife Too
l
60 cm/s
100
g
Step 11 : The SC-Pro is ready to receive data from the host computer.
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3.3.1.2 Loading pre-printed vinyl
Configuration to start from:
► Raised pressure rollers.
► Rear media collection bag open and EMPTY.
► Front media collection bag open when the cutting job is smaller than 4m.
Front media collection bag closed when the cutting job is larger than 4 m.
► Install the brake and two 3” cones on the conveyor roll closest to the cutter.
Step 1 : Install the vinyl between the two 3” cones but do not fix the cones already.
Step 2 : Position the pre-printed vinyl on the conveyor roll.
Pay attention to the following:
► The outer left and the outer right pressure rollers always have to be used. The middle rollers
2 and 3 (half of the pressure as roller 1 and 4) can be used, but they may also be disabled (in
between two arrows (as number 2 on the picture below). This to eliminate roller marks on
vulnerable vinyl for example. The left pressure roller can only move between the two flat
arrows.
► On the rear cover, arrows are marked. These arrows represent the possible position of the
pressure rollers. The left pressure roller can have a various position; the other three have a
fixed position.
► The cutter will cut between the centres of the outer pressure rollers, regardless of the width
of the cut vinyl. Therefore, it is recommended to position the outer pressure rollers about 1cm
inside the media. It is not recommended that the rollers run on the very edge of the material.
REAR of the machine
Step 3 : Lock the 3” cones with one screw each.
Step 4 : Guide the media under the pressure rollers to the front of the cutter on one of the two following
possibilities:
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It is recommended to load the media as shown on picture 1. If the vinyl touches the core as on
picture 2, load the media as on picture 3.
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Step 5 : Position the pressure rollers as you have decided in step 2. Pressure rollers 2-3-4 have a tactile
and audible click system which makes it easier to position them correctly. The right pressure
roller (1) can never be malpositioned.
If one of the others is malpositioned, a message will be displayed after media initialization.
Please refer to the picture.
FRONT of the machine
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P
ressure roll
3
malpositioned!
Step 6 : Set the media load type prior to loading media. Select if you want the cutting plotter to look for the
front edge of the vinyl.
► ROLL front The cutter will measure the left, right and front of the media.
The origin will be defined from the front of the roll.
There will be a shuffle of the set Pre-Feed length.
► ROLL The cutter will measure the left and right side of the media.
The origin will be defined from the position of the roll when
lowering the lever.
There will be a shuffle of the set Pre-Feed length.
Step 7 : Load the media properly:
It is best that you hold the front edge of the media
in the middle with one hand and with the other
hand the roll itself.
As you are holding the roll firmly into position, pull
the front edge of the media forward so that there is
an even tension across the whole width of the roll
(= equal tension method)
Do NOT use the rulers to align a roll of media!
They are for use with sheets only. Rolls can only
be correctly installed using the equal tension
method.
The rulers will help you monitoring if the media is
not meandering too much.
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