Roland GX-24, Camm-1 Servo GX-24 User Manual
USER'S MANUAL
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Contents
To Ensure Safe Use ....................................................................................................................... 3
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité .................................................................................................... 6
Important Notes on Handling and Use ........................................................................................... 10
About the Documentation ................................................................................................................11
Included Documentation ........................................................................................................................................... 11
Viewing the Manuals in Electronic Format............................................................................................................ 12
Chapter 1: Getting Started ................................................................................................................ 13
1-1 Machine Features ................................................................................................................................................. 14
1-2 Included Items ...................................................................................................................................................... 15
1-3 Part Names and Functions ................................................................................................................................ 16
Main Unit ...................................................................................................................................... 16
Operation Panel ............................................................................................................................ 17
Chapter 2: Preparing the GX ............................................................................................................ 19
2-1 Installing.................................................................................................................................................................. 20
Deciding On an Installation Site ................................................................................................... 20
Installation Space .......................................................................................................................... 20
Removing the Packing Materials .................................................................................................... 21
2-2 Connecting the Cables ....................................................................................................................................... 22
Connecting the Power Cord .......................................................................................................... 22
Connecting to the Computer ......................................................................................................... 23
2-3 Changing the Language Used for the Display ............................................................................................... 24
Chapter 3: Installing/Uninstalling Software .....................................................................................25
3-1 About the Included Software ............................................................................................................................ 26
Included Software ........................................................................................................................ 26
3-2 If You're Using a Windows ................................................................................................................................. 27
System Requirements for USB Connection .................................................................................... 27
System Requirements for the Roland CutStudio ............................................................................ 27
System Requirements for the Driver ..............................................................................................27
Installing the Software ................................................................................................................... 28
What to Do If Installation Is Impossible (USB connection) ............................................................ 30
Uninstalling the Driver .................................................................................................................. 32
3-3 If You're Using a Macintosh................................................................................................................................ 33
Chapter 4: Performing Cutting .........................................................................................................35
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material ............................................................................................. 36
Step 1: Load Material .................................................................................................................... 36
Step 2: Install the Blade ................................................................................................................. 40
Step 3: Optimizing the Cutting Quality for the Material ................................................................ 42
Step 4: Set the Origin Point ........................................................................................................... 45
Step 5: Create Cutting Data ........................................................................................................... 46
Step 6: Perform Cutting ................................................................................................................. 50
Step 7: Remove the Material ......................................................................................................... 51
Step 8: Apply the Cut Material ...................................................................................................... 52
4-2 Using a Variety of Materials ............................................................................................................................... 53
Using Roll Material or Lengthy Flat Material ................................................................................. 53
Fine-tuning the Blade Force........................................................................................................... 56
Adjusting the Cutting-in Amount ................................................................................................... 56
Other Features ............................................................................................................................... 56
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Contents
Chapter 5: Maintenance .....................................................................................................................57
5-1 Cleaning.................................................................................................................................................................. 58
5-2 Replacing the Blade ............................................................................................................................................. 59
Chapter 6: What to Do If ................................................................................................................... 61
6-1 What to Do If ....................................................................................................................................................... 62
The Machine Doesn't Run ............................................................................................................. 62
The Material Comes Loose during Cutting..................................................................................... 62
Uncut Areas Remain or Cut Edges Cannot Be Cut Cleanly............................................................ 62
Chapter 7: Appendix ........................................................................................................................... 63
7-1 Usable Materials ................................................................................................................................................... 64
Conditions for Usable Materials .................................................................................................... 64
7-2 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels........................................................................ 65
7-3 Specifications......................................................................................................................................................... 66
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Copyright© 2005-2008 Roland DG Corporation
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To Ensure Safe Use
Incorrect operation may cause injury
Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property.
Points which must be observed to prevent such injury or damage are described as follows.
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices
WARNING
CAUTION
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe
injury should the unit be used improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with re-
About the Symbols
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings. The specific meaning of
the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. The symbol at left means
"danger of electrocution."
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The
specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. The
symbol at left means the unit must never be disassembled.
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be
done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. The symbol at left means the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
spect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.
WARNING
Be sure to follow the operation procedures described in this manual.
Failure to follow the procedures may cause sudden operation or the like of the machine, which
may result in unexpected injury.
Never allow children near the machine.
The machine includes locations and components
that pose a danger to children, and major accident, including injury, blindness, or choking, may
occur.
Do not disassemble, repair, or modify.
Doing so may lead to fire or abnormal operation resulting in injury.
CAUTION
Keep your hands away from the blade protector while the cutting carriage is in
motion.
Failure to do so may result in injury.
Install in a level and stable location.
Failure to do so may result in falling of the machine, leading to injury.
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To Ensure Safe Use
Danger of electrical short, shock, electrocution, or fire
WARNING
Do not use with any electrical power supply that does not meet the ratings displayed on the AC adapter.
Use with any other power supply may lead to
fire or electrocution.
Do not use with any power supply other
than the dedicated AC adapter.
Use with any other power supply may lead to
fire or electrocution.
Never operate the machine or insert or
remove its power plug with wet hands.
Doing so may result in electrical shock or electrocution.
Never allow the machine to get wet, or
apply gasoline, thinner, or any other flammable material to it.
Current leakage may cause electrical shock, electrocution, or combustion and fire.
Never allow hairpins, coins, matches, or
any other object to get inside the machine
through the ventilation ports.
Doing so may cause and electrical short, resulting in shock or electrocution, or the inserted
object may catch fire.
Never place gasoline, alcohol, thinner, or
any other flammable material near the
machine, or use an aerosol spray close to
the machine.
Doing so may cause fire.
Never damage the power cord or pull it
with force.
Doing so may tear the cord's insulation, causing
an electrical short and resulting in electrical
shock, electrocution, or fire.
Never use the machine with the power
cord bound into a bundle or roll.
If the cord is in a bundle or roll, it may grow hot
and cause fire.
Never use any power cord other than the
power cord included with the machine.
Also, never use a power strip or extension
cord.
The power strip or extension cord may grow
hot and cause fire.
Do not use with a damaged AC adapter,
power cord or plug, or with a loose electrical outlet.
Doing so may lead to fire, electrical shock, or
electrocution.
When unplugging the electrical power
cord from the power outlet, grasp the plug,
not the cord.
Unplugging by pulling the cord may damage it,
leading to fire, electrical shock, or electrocution.
In the event of an abnormal state (such as
smoke or sparks, odor or burning or unusual noise), immediately unplug the
power cord.
Failure to do so may result in fire, electrical
shock, or electrocution. Immediately disconnect
the power cord and contact your Roland DG
Corp. service center.
When not in use for several hours, unplug
the power-cord plug from the electrical
outlet.
Failure to do so may result in danger of electrical shock, electrocution or fire due to deterioration of electrical insulation.
Never place any object on the power cord,
bend the power cord using excessive force,
or allow the power cord to become deformed.
If it becomes deformed, the deformed location
may grow hot and cause fire.
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To Ensure Safe Use
Warning Labels
Warning labels are affixed to make areas of danger immediately clear. The meanings of these
labels are as follows. Be sure to heed their warnings.
Also, never remove the labels or allow them to become obscured.
Caution: Moving Carriage
The cutting carriage moves at high speed and
pose a hazard. Keep your hands away from
the blade protector.
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
L'utilisation incorrecte peut causer des blessures
La manipulation ou l'utilisation inadéquates de cet appareil peuvent causer des blessures ou
des dommages matériels. Les précautions à prendre pour prévenir les blessures ou les dommages
sont décrites ci-dessous.
Avis sur les avertissements
Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de décès ou de blessure grave en
ATTENTION
PRUDENCE
À propos des symboles
cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.
Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de blessure ou de dommage matériel
en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.
* Par dommage matériel, il est entendu dommage ou tout autre effet
indésirable sur la maison, tous les meubles et même les animaux
domestiques.
Le symbole attire l'attention de l'utilisateur sur les instructions importantes ou les
avertissements. Le sens précis du symbole est déterminé par le dessin à l'intérieur du triangle.
Le symbole à gauche signifie "danger d'électrocution".
Le symbole avertit l'utilisateur de ce qu'il ne doit pas faire, ce qui est interdit. La chose
spécifique à ne pas faire est indiquée par le dessin à l'intérieur du cercle. Le symbole à gauche
signifie que l'appareil ne doit jamais être démonté.
Le symbole prévient l'utilisateur sur ce qu'il doit faire. La chose spécifique à faire est indiquée
par le dessin à l'intérieur du cercle. Le symbole à gauche signifie que le fil électrique doit être
débranché de la prise.
ATTENTION
S'assurer de suivre les procédures
d'utilisation décrites dans ce manuel.
Si les procédures indiquées ne sont pas suivies,
le fonctionnement de l'appareil peut être
déclenché soudainement, ce qui risque de causer
des blessures.
Ne pas démonter, réparer ni modifier.
Démonter, réparer ou modifier l'appareil risque
de provoquer un incendie ou de causer un
fonctionnement anormal entraînant des
blessures.
Ne jamais laisser d'enfants s'approcher de
l'appareil.
Des éléments et des surfaces de l'appareil
présentent des risques pour les enfants. Il
pourrait se produire un accident grave qui
causerait des blessures, ou créerait un risque
de cécité ou de suffocation.
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PRUDENCE
Risque de décharge ou de choc électrique,
d'électrocution ou d'incendie
Ne pas approcher les mains de la protection de la lame lorsque le chariot de coupe
se déplace.
Il est possible de se blesser.
Installer sur une surface stable.
Sinon, l'appareil risque de se renverser et de
causer des blessures.
ATTENTION
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
Ne pas utiliser avec une source
d'alimentation électrique non conforme
à la norme indiquée sur l'adaptateur AC.
Utiliser l'appareil avec une autre source
d'alimentation risque de provoquer un incendie
ou de causer une électrocution.
Utiliser uniquement avec l'adaptateur AC
fourni.
Utiliser l'appareil avec une autre source
d'alimentation risque de provoquer un incendie
ou de causer une électrocution.
Ne jamais utiliser l’appareil, insérer la
prise dans le réceptacle ou l’en enlever si
on a les mains mouillées.
Il y a risque de décharge électrique ou
d'électrocution.
Ne jamais permettre que l'appareil soit
mouillé; ne jamais y appliquer d'essence,
de diluant ni aucun matériau inflammable.
Une fuite de courant peut causer un choc
électrique, l'électrocution ou la combustion et
un incendie.
Ne jamais placer de l'essence, du diluant
ni aucun matériau inflammable près de
l'appareil; ne jamais utiliser de produits en
aérosol près de l'appareil.
Cela crée un risque d'incendie.
Ne jamais endommager le câble
d'alimentation ni le tirer vigoureusement.
Cela risque de déchirer l'isolant du câble et de
causer un court-circuit, ce qui aurait comme
résultat un choc électrique, l'électrocution ou
un incendie.
Ne jamais placer d'objets sur le cordon
d'alimentation, plier le câble
d'alimentation en utilisant une force excessive ni laisser le câble d'alimentation
se déformer.
Si le câble se déforme, la section affectée peut
surchauffer et causer un incendie.
Ne jamais utiliser l'appareil si le câble
d'alimentation est attaché ou enroulé.
S'il est attaché ou enroulé, il peut surchauffer et
causer un incendie.
Ne jamais laisser des épingles à cheveux,
des pièces de monnaie, des allumettes ni
aucun autre objet pénétrer dans l'appareil
par les orifices de ventilation.
Cela crée un risque de décharge électrique ou
d'électrocution. En outre, les objets peuvent
prendre feu.
Ne jamais utiliser un cordon
d'alimentation autre que celui qui est
fourni avec l'appareil. Ne jamais non plus
utiliser de bande d'alimentation électrique
ni de rallonge.
La bande d'alimentation ou la rallonge peuvent
surchauffer et causer un incendie.
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
ATTENTION
Ne pas utiliser avec un adaptateur, un fil
ou une fiche endommagés; ne pas
brancher dans une prise mal fixée.
Négliger de suivre cette consigne risque de
provoquer un incendie ou de causer une
décharge électrique ou une électrocution.
Pour débrancher l'appareil, saisir la fiche
et non le fil électrique.
Tirer sur le fil peut l'endommager, ce qui risque
de provoquer un incendie ou de causer une
décharge électrique ou une électrocution.
Ne pas utiliser l'appareil s'il est dans un
état anormal (p.ex., émission de fumée,
odeur de brûlé, bruit inhabituel ou autre
anomalie).
Ne pas respecter cette consigne risque de
provoquer un incendie ou une électrocution.
Débrancher immédiatement la fiche de la prise
et communiquer avec le revendeur ou le centre
de service autorisés de la société Roland DG.
Si l'appareil reste inutilisé pendant
plusieurs heures, débrancher la fiche de
la prise électrique.
Négliger de suivre cette consigne peut créer un
risque de décharge électrique ou d'électrocution
ou provoquer un incendie à cause de la
détérioration de l'isolant électrique.
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
Vignettes d'avertissement
Des vignettes d'avertissement sont apposées pour qu'il soit facile de repérer les zones
dangereuses. La signification des vignettes est donnée ci-dessous. Respecter les avertissements.
Ne jamais retirer les vignettes et ne pas les laisser s'encrasser.
Attention : Chariot mobile
Le chariot de coupe se déplace très
rapidement et peut être dangereux.
Ne pas approcher les mains.
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Important Notes on Handling and Use
This machine is a precision device. To ensure the full performance of this machine, be sure to
observe the following important points. Failure to observe these may not only result in loss of
performance, but may also cause malfunction or breakdown.
Main Unit
This Machine Is a Precision Device
➢Handle carefully, and never subject the machine to impact or excessive force.
Install in a Suitable Location
➢Install in a location having the specified temperature and relative humidity.
➢Install in a stable location offering good operating conditions.
Important Notes on Connecting the Cables
➢Connect the power cord and the computer's input and output cables securely.
When Moving the Machine
➢When moving the machine, be sure to support the machine at its bottom, using both hands. Attempting to
move the machine by holding it at a different location may damage the machine.
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About the Documentation
Included Documentation
The following documentation is included with the machine.
Printed Document
GX-24 User's Manual (This document)
This describes how to install and set up the machine, basic cutting operations, and other such matters.
Online Help (Manuals in Electronic Format)
These describe how to use the programs, drivers, and other software. Each is installed automatically whenever you
install and set up the corresponding program or driver.
➢Roland CutStudio Online Help (Windows)
This describes in detail the operation and features of Roland CutStudio, the included Windows-based cutting program.
➢CAMM-1 Driver Online Help (Windows)
This describes in detail the operation and features of the driver.
➢CutStudio Plug-in for Adobe Illustrator Online Help (Windows/Macintosh)
This describes in detail the operation and features of the software plug-in. The content of the version for the Macintosh
is slightly different.
Operation Manuals (Manuals in Electronic Format)
The following operation manuals are included. To view them, first install them on your computer.
For information on how to install the operation manuals, refer to the following page.
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p 29 "Installing the Operation Manuals" (Windows)
☞ p 33 "If You're Using a Macintosh" (Macintosh)
The manuals you view differ depending on whether you're using Windows or a Macintosh.
Operation Manuals for Windows
➢GX-24 Reference Guide
This describes the features and details of the machine, lists the menu items, and provides detailed information about
matters not covered in this document, such as what to do to resolve any problems that may occur.
➢CutStudio Plug-in for Adobe Illustrator/CorelDRAW Setup Guide
This describes how to set up the CutStudio plug-in.
➢Printing and Cutting Guide (Guide to cutting using crop marks -- Windows version)
This describes how to print an image on a printer and cut contour lines on this machine using the crop-mark feature
that lets you align an image and contours.
Operation Manuals for Macintosh
➢GX-24 Reference Guide
This describes the features and details of the machine, lists the menu items, and provides detailed information about
matters not covered in this document, such as what to do to resolve any problems that may occur.
➢Macintosh Cutting Guide
This describes such matters as how to carry out cutting using this machine with a Macintosh.
For detailed information about the include programs and other software, refer to the following page.
☞ p 26 "Included Software"
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About the Documentation
Viewing the Manuals in Electronic Format
If you encounter a problem, then along with this document, also take a look at the manuals in electronic format. Read
on to learn how to view the electronic-format manuals.
Windows
➢Roland CutStudio Online Help (Windows)
After you start CutStudio, go to the menu bar and click [Help], then [Contents].
Alternatively, click [Start], point to [Programs] (or [All Programs]), then point to [Roland CutStudio].
Click [CutStudio Help].
➢CAMM-1 Driver Online Help (Windows)
Go to the driver's window and click the [Help] button.
➢CutStudio Plug-in for Adobe Illustrator Online Help
At the [Roland CutStudio] palette, click the button, then click [Help].
For more information, refer to the "CutStudio Plug-in for Adobe Illustrator/CorelDRAW Setup Guide."
➢Operation Manuals
Click [Start], point to [Programs] (or [All Programs]), then point to [Roland GX-24 Operation Manuals].
Click the electronic-format manual you want to view.
Macintosh
➢CutStudio Plug-in for Adobe Illustrator Online Help
At the [Roland CutStudio] palette, click the button, then click [Help].
For more information, refer to the "Macintosh Cutting Guide."
➢Operation Manuals
On the desktop, double-click the icon for the manual.
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Chapter 1:
Getting Started
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1-1 Machine Features
This is a USB/Serial compatible high-performance cutting machine that offers features like those described below.
Quiet
➢Quiet cutting achieved through use of servo motors
Easier to Use
➢Two-line backlit display for clear visibility even in dark locations
➢Operation panel and menus organized with a simple, easy-to-understand layout
➢Comes with Roland CutStudio which is a Windows-based cutting program enabling high-quality cutting with
easy operation
Versatile Range of Practical Applications
➢Included software plug-ins that enable CutStudio to cut data created using commercially available programs
➢Crop-mark feature that can align an image and contour lines when printing an image on a printer and cutting
the contours on this machine
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Chapter 1: Getting Started
1-2 Included Items
The following items are packed together with the unit. Make sure they are all present and accounted for.
AC adapter: 1
Roller base: 1
(Transparent tape)
Power cord: 1 Blade: 1 Blade holder: 1
Pin: 1
Separating knife: 1 Test-use material: 1
CD-ROM: 1Apprication tape: 1
Tweezers: 1
User's Manual
(This document): 1
(Colored material)
USB cable: 1
Chapter 1: Getting Started
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1-3 Part Names and Functions
Main Unit
Left Pinch Roller
This clamps the material when
the loading lever is raised. You
set this at the left-hand edge
of the material.
Blade Protector
This protects the tip of the
blade during cutting.
Guide Lines
You use these for alignment
when loading material. You
load the material so that its
left and right edges are parallel to the raised lines.
Cutting Carriage
This is where you install the
blade holder. It moves to the
left and right to cut the material.
Grit Rollers
These rollers feed out
material toward the front
of the machine.
Right Pinch Roller
This clamps the material when
the loading lever is raised. You
set this at the right-hand edge
of the material.
Operation Panel
You use this to perform various operations.
☞ p 17 "Operation Panel"
Knife Guide
This lets you cut off a piece of material
without first removing the material from
the machine, by inserting the separating
knife and moving it along the guide.
Tr ay
You can place items such as blade
holders and blades here.
Power-cord Connector
This supplies power to the machine.
Serial(RS-232C) Connector
This connects a serial cable.
USB Connector
This connects a USB cable.
Loading Lever
You operate this when
you load material.
Guide Lines
You use these for alignment
when loading material. You
load the material so that its
left and right edges are parallel to the raised lines.
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Chapter 1: Getting Started
Operation Panel
Display
This displays various setting
menus and other information.
TEST Key
Pressing and holding this for
one second or longer cuts a
pre-registered test pattern.
MENU Key
Pressing this repeatedly
switches sequentially among
the presently set cutting conditions, the menu mode, and
the width-display screen.
FORCE Key
This displays the menu for
adjusting the blade force.
1-3 Part Names and Functions
PAUSE Key
This interrupts the operation
in progress. Pressing it a second time resumes the operation.
ORIGIN Key
Pressing and holding this for
one second or longer sets the
origin point at the present
location of the blade.
Cursor Keys
You use these to perform such
operations as moving the cutting carriage or material, and
selecting and setting various
menu items.
ENTER Key
This is used to choose menu
items and confirm settings.
PEN FORCE Slider
This lets you fine-tune the
blade force. You can even
perform adjustment while
cutting is in progress.
Panel Notation
In this document, the keys on the control panel are indicated by the following images.
MENU Key
FORCE Key
ENTER Key
TEST Key
ORIGIN Key
Cursor Keys
PAUSE Key
POWER Button
Pressing this switches on the
power, making the button
light up blue. To switch off the
power, you hold it down for
one second or longer.
Chapter 1: Getting Started
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Chapter 2:
Preparing the GX
This describes how to set up and prepare the machine, including how to
install it and make the cable connections.
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