MUTOH VC-600 Operation & User’s Manual

USER MANUAL Sign Cutting Plotter Read This Manual Before Using The Plotter. VC-600 VC-1300 VC-1800

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Important Information Important Information Thank you for purchasing the ValueCut Cutting Plotter. Before you use the cutting plotter, please make sure that you have read the safety precautions and instructions below. Caution ! SAFETY PRECAUTION  For safety concern, please always hold the cutter firmly from the bottom while moving it. Do not move the cutter by clasping the depression area on both sides.  Do not place your hand close to the tool carriage to prevent your fingers from being clamped during the operation of the cutting plotter. O (Correct) X (Incorrect) 3 V5a 2015 Jan

 Hazardous moving parts keep fingers and other body parts away!  Do not shake or drop the blade holder, a blade tip can fly out.  During an operation, do not touch any of the moving parts of this machine (such as the carriage). Also be careful to make sure that clothing and hair do not get caught.  Always connect the power cable to a grounded outlet.  Always use the accessory power cable which is provided. Do not wire the power cable so that it becomes bent or caught between objects.  Do not connect the power cable to branching outlet to which other machines are also connected, or use an extension cable. There is danger of overheating and of mis-operation of the machine.  Keep the tools away from children where they can reach. 4 V5a 2015 Jan

Important Information Operation precaution  Always put the pinch rollers within the white marks. Note: Never press the top release grip (the release grip is fully pressed when a clip sound is heard) and pull the bottom release grip at the same time as the pictures shown below. This will prevent you from disabling the pinch roller as the stop bar will not reach the correct position and therefore will not be functioning. Pull up bottom to release grip Disable Press down O (Correct) Stop bar Push X (Incorrect) Enable Press down 5 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL Table of Contents 1 General Information ............................................ 9 1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................... 9 1.2 Package Items ........................................................................................................... 9 1.3 Production Features ............................................................................................... 11 1.4 Appearance of ValueCut ......................................................................................... 12 1.4.1 The Front View ....................................................................................................................... 12 1.4.2 The Back Vuew ...................................................................................................................... 13 1.4.3 The Whole View of ValueCut .................................................................................................. 13 1.4.4 The Left Side View ................................................................................................................. 14 1.4.5 The Right Side View ............................................................................................................... 14 2 Installatopn ........................................................ 15 2.1 Precaution ............................................................................................................... 15 2.2 Stand & Flexible Media Support System (VC-1300/1800) .................................... 16 2.3 Desktop Flexible Media Support System (VC-600) .............................................. 22 2.4 Instruction of Damper Roller ................................................................................. 24 2.5 Installation of Media Basket System ..................................................................... 25 2.6 Cutting Pad Installation .......................................................................................... 28 2.7 Blade Installation .................................................................................................... 30 2.8 Automatic Blade Length Detection ....................................................................... 32 2.9 Cable Connection ................................................................................................... 34 3 The Control Panel ............................................. 35 3.1 The LCD Panel ........................................................................................................ 35 3.2 Menu in On-line mode ............................................................................................ 36 3.3 Menu in Off-line Mode ............................................................................................ 37 3.4 Menu Items .............................................................................................................. 39 4 Operation ........................................................... 43 4.1 Media Loading ......................................................................................................... 43 4.1.1 Loading the Sheet Media ....................................................................................................... 43 6 V5a 2015 Jan

Table of Contents 4.1.2 Loading the Roll Media ........................................................................................................... 45 4.2 Tracking Performance ............................................................................................ 48 4.3 Cutting Force and Offset Adjustment ................................................................... 49 4.4 How to Cut 3mm Letters ........................................................................................ 50 4.5 How to Make A Long Plot ....................................................................................... 50 4.6 When Completing the Cutting Job ........................................................................ 51 5 Automatic Aligning System II .......................... 52 5.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 52 5.2 AAS Calibrating the System .................................................................................. 53 5.2.1 Media Calibration ................................................................................................................... 53 5.2.2 AAS Calibration ...................................................................................................................... 53 5.2.3 AAS II on ValueCut ................................................................................................................. 54 5.3 Printer Test .............................................................................................................. 56 5.4 Registration Mark Offset Range ............................................................................ 58 5.5 Contour Cutting ...................................................................................................... 58 5.6 Tips for AAS ............................................................................................................ 60 6 Maintenance ...................................................... 61 6.1 Cleaning the Cutting Plotter .................................................................................. 61 6.2 Cleaning the Grid Drum ......................................................................................... 62 6.3 Cleaning the Pinch Rollers .................................................................................... 62 7 Trouble Shooting .............................................. 63 7.1 Non-operation Problems ........................................................................................ 63 7.2 Operational Problems ............................................................................................ 64 7.2.1 LCM Error Messages ............................................................................................................. 64 7.2.2 Other operational problems .................................................................................................... 65 7.3 Cutting Plotter/Computer Communication Problems .......................................... 67 7.4 Software Problems ................................................................................................. 68 7.5 Cutting Quality Problems ....................................................................................... 69 8 FlexiSTARTER Quick Start Guide .................... 70 8.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 70 8.2 Install of the FlexiSTARTER ................................................................................... 70 8.3 Start up of the FlexiSTARTER ................................................................................ 71 8.4 Add Device by Using the Production Manager .................................................... 72 8.5 Initial Settings of the Production Manager ........................................................... 73 8.5.1 Change to the setting of leaving job that finishes running ...................................................... 73 7 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL 8.5.2 Change unit of measures used in the Production Manager .................................................... 74 8.6 Basic Settings ......................................................................................................... 75 8.6.1 Overview of the FlexiSTARTER screen .................................................................................. 75 8.6.2 Standard Toolbar .................................................................................................................... 76 8.6.3 Main Toolbar ........................................................................................................................... 77 8.7 Create the Character .............................................................................................. 78 8.7.1 Cut/Plot Window ..................................................................................................................... 79 8.8 Cut the Character .................................................................................................... 80 8.9 Create Date of the Contour Cut Line ..................................................................... 82 8.9.1 Procedure of the cut contour .................................................................................................. 82 8.9.2 Read in the data of the Adobe Illustrator ................................................................................ 82 8.9.3 Create data of the contour cut line ......................................................................................... 83 8.9.4 Cut contour mark .................................................................................................................... 84 8.9.5 Create a cut contour mark ...................................................................................................... 85 8.10 Cut Contour ........................................................................................................... 86 8.10.1 Image Print ........................................................................................................................... 86 8.10.2 Cut contour window .............................................................................................................. 86 8.10.3 Cut Contour .......................................................................................................................... 87 8.11 Feature List ............................................................................................................ 88 8.12 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 90 8.12.1 Can not send the data from FlexiSTARTER ......................................................................... 90 8.12.2 How to change the pen up speed ......................................................................................... 90 9 Appendix ........................................................... 91 9.1 ValueCut Specification ........................................................................................... 91 9.2 Blade Specification ................................................................................................. 92 9.3 About the Tool ......................................................................................................... 93 9.4 Consumable and Optional Item List ...................................................................... 94 8 V5a 2015 Jan

General Information 1 General Information 1.1 Introduction ValueCut series cutting plotters have been designed to produce computer-generated images or perform contour cutting on sheets or rolls of vinyl media. This manual covers the following models of ValueCut series cutting plotters: ‧VC-600 for media width: 50mm(1.97”) ~ 770mm(30.3”) ‧VC-1300 for media width: 50mm(1.97”) ~ 1594mm(62.7”) ‧VC-1800 for media width: 300mm(11.8”) ~ 1900mm(74.8”) 1.2 Package Items The package of the ValueCut model contents the items listed below, please check carefully. If you find any item missing, please consult your local dealer for further assistance. SSttaannddaarrdd IItteem m Q Quuaannttiittyy 1. Cutting Plotter Main unit 1 2. Stand Set ( for VC-1300/1800 only )(Optional for VC-600)  2 piece of T-shape stand  1 piece of stand beam  18 pieces of M6 screws  1 piece of M5 L-shape hexagon screw driver  1 piece of Installation Guide for Stand Set 1 9 V5a 2015 Jan

3. Flexible Media Support System Package Items VC-1300/1800 Only VC-600 1 set of Roll Media Flange (2 pieces) V V 1 set of Roll Holder (2 pieces) V V 1 set of Roll Holder Guide Bushes (4 pieces) V V 1 set of Roll Holder Support (2 pieces) V V 1 piece of M6 L-shape hexagon screw driver V V 1 piece of Installation Guide for Roll Holder V 1 piece of M5 L-shape hexagon screw driver V 1 set of Desktop Support Brackets (2 pieces) V 4 pieces of Plastic Foot V 4 pieces of M4 screws V 12 pieces of M6 screws V 1 piece of M4 L-shape hexagon screw driver V 1 4.Media Basket (VC-1300/1800 only) (VC-600 : opt.)  2 pieces of Basket Arm  2 pieces of Basket Rod  1 piece of Basket  4 pieces of Basket Screw  2 pieces of Fixtures (for Basket Arms)  8 pieces of M3 screws  1 piece of 2mm L-shape hexagon screw driver 1 5. Accessories  1 piece of User’s Compact Disk  1 piece of data cable (RS-232C 3m)  1 piece of data cable (USB cable 3m)  1 set of Blade Holder Assembly (Installed in tool carriage of the cutting plotter)  1 piece of Blade (45° with Red Cap/ Installed in Blade Holder)  1 piece of Safe Blade  1 piece of Cutting Pad for Vinyl cutting  1 piece of Tweezers  1 Oily ball-point pen 1 10 V5a 2015 Jan

General Information 1.3 Production Features The following are the main features of the ValueCut series cutting plotters: ‧ Tri-port connectivity provides you with greater flexibility ‧ Up to 600-gram cutting force ‧ Up to 60-inch/per second cutting speed ‧ Guaranty 10-meter tracking ‧ User friendly, multi-language control panel ‧ Ingenious media basket (optional item) ‧ Enhanced Automatic Aligning System for automatic contour cutting 11 V5a 2015 Jan

1.4 Appearance of ValueCut 1.4.1 The Front View Figure 1-1 Grid Drums – move the media back and forth during operation. Tool Carriage – performs the cutting with the installed blade and pen with AAS module. Slicer Groove – slice off the extra media easily along this groove. Platen – provides the surface for holding and supporting media while performing cutting. Alignment Rulers – media can be aligned with the clear guide line marks. Cutting Pad – provides the protection of blade when the blade is cutting. Control panel – consists of 14 control keys and 1 LED and 1 LCM showing messages and menus. 12 V5a 2015 Jan

General Information 1.4.2 The Back Vuew 1.4.3 The Whole View of ValueCut Figure 1-2 Figure 1-3 Pinch Rollers – hold the media during cutting. Lever – raises or lowers the pinch rollers. Roll Holder – holds and supplies the roll media for cutting. Roll Holder Guide Bushes – serve to keep the roll media in place when media is pulled from the roll. T-Stand –supports the cutting plotter body. Roll Holder Support – supports roll holders. Stand Beam – stabilizes the body. 13 V5a 2015 Jan

1.4.4 The Left Side View 1.4.5 The Right Side View Figure 1-4 Figure 1-5 Power Switch – On when switches to [I]; Off to Circuit Breaker – 3 Amp. AC Power Connector – used to insert the AC power Serial Interface Connector (RS232C) – used to connect the cutting plotter to a computer through a serial interface cable. USB Connector – used to connect the cutting plotter to a computer through a USB cable. 14 V5a 2015 Jan

Installation 2 Installatopn 2.1 Precaution Please read the following information carefully before you start installation. Note: 1.  Make sure the power switch is off before installing the cutting plotter.  Carefully handle the cutter to prevent any injuries. 2. Choosing a proper place before setting up the cutting plotter Before installing your cutting plotter, select a suitable location, which meets the following conditions.  The machine can be approached easily from any direction.  Keep enough space for the machine, accessories and supplies.  Keep the working area stable, avoiding sever vibration.  Keep the temperature between 15 and 30℃ (60-86oF) in the workshop.  The relative humidity of the working environment should be between 25% to 75%.  Protecting the machine from dust and strong air current.  Preventing the machine from direct sunlight or extremely bright lighting. 3. Connecting the Power Supply Check the plug of the power cord to see if it matches with the wall outlet. If not, please contact your dealer.  Insert the plug (male) into a grounded power outlet.  Insert the other end (female) of power cord into the AC connector of cutting plotter. 15 V5a 2015 Jan

2.2 Stand & Flexible Media Support System (VC-1300/1800) Step 1 Please examine supplied items in the accessory box of stand carton:  2 pieces of base beams  2 pieces of side beams  1 piece of stand beam  20 pieces of M6 screws  1 piece of M5 L-shape hexagon screw driver  1 piece of Installation Guide for Stand Set Step 2 Remove the plotter body and the accessories from the shipped carton. Assemble the base beam to the side beam with 2 screws to form a T-shape stand. Please pay attention to the direction of the base beam (the wheel on the front end of the beam comes with a break while the rear one is on its own). Figure 2-1 Figure 2-2 Figure 2-3 Front Rear 16 V5a 2015 Jan

Installation Step 3  Place the stand beam upright on the T-stand and follow number (1) (2)to assemble. (See Figure 2-4 & 2-5) Step 4 Position the stand beam perpendicularly to part (1)and put the screws into the holes and tighten them as Figure 2-5. Then the complete picture of stand will be like Figure 2-4. (1) T-Stand (2) Stand beam Figure 2-4 Figure 2-5 17 V5a 2015 Jan

Step 5 Remove the cutting plotter from the carton. Position your stand under the plotter, and then insert the screws into the holes on plotter’s bottom and tighten them up as shown in Figure 2-6. を Screw(M6) Figure 2-6 Note: The cutting plotter needs to be assembled by at least two people. 18 V5a 2015 Jan

Installation Step 6 Insert the roll holder support with the screws into the holes of the stand, and then tighten them up as shown in Figure 2-7. You could decide roll holder support’s position by inserting into different holes. Step 7 Place roll holder 1 into the holes in the roll holder support. (Figure 2-8) Roll holder support Roll holder 1 Figure 2-8 Roll holder support 3 screws Roll holder 2 Figure 2-7 19 V5a 2015 Jan

Step 8 Turn the screw counter-clockwisely for around three times after unpacking roll holder 2 (Figure 2-9). Step 9 Insert the end of the roll holder without the damper into the left roll holder support and then insert the end of the roll holder with the damper into the right roll holder support. Ensure the white protrusion is wedged in the groove (Figure 2-10). Figure 2-9 Figure 2-10 20 V5a 2015 Jan

Installation Step 10 Tighten the screw on the damper until it is securely attached to the right roll holder support (Figure 2-11). Step 11 Lastly, the complete picture will be shown like below (Figure 2-12). Figure 2-12 Figure 2-11 21 V5a 2015 Jan

2.3 Desktop Flexible Media Support System (VC-600) Step 1 Please examine the following items in stand carton’s accessory box:  1 set of Roll Media Flange (2 pieces)  1 set of Roll Holder (2 pieces)  1 set of Roll Holder Guide Bushes (4 pieces)  1 set of Roll Holder Support (2 pieces)  1 set of Desktop Support Bracket (2 pieces)  4 pieces of Plastic Foot  4 pieces of M4 screws  12 pieces of M6 screws  1 piece of M4 L-shape hexagon screw driver  1 piece of M5 L-shape hexagon screw driver  1 piece of M6 L-shape hexagon screw driver (for adjusting the screws of Roll Holders)  1 piece of Installation Guide for Roll Holder Step 2 Put the 4 Plastic Foot under the Roll Holder Support and insert the M4 screw into the hole of Plastic Foot and tighten them with the M4 L-shape screw driver. (Figure 2-13) M6 screws Figure 2-14 M6 screws Figure 2-13 M4 screws Plastic M4 screws Roll Holder Support Roll Holder Support Desktop Support Brackets 22 V5a 2015 Jan

Installation Step 3 Position the Desktop Support Brackets beside the Roll Holder Support and insert M6 screws into the Roll Holder Support and tighten them with M6 L-shape screw driver. (Refer to Figure 2-14 at the left). Step 4 Put the bottom of machine in lateral, and position the Roll Holder Assembly beside the bottom of the machine. Then, insert the M6 screws into the holes of Roll Holder support assembly and tighten them with M6 L-shape screwdriver. Like Figure 2-15. Step 5 Place the two roll holders into the holes of Roll Holder Support (Figure 2-16). To install the roll holder with damper, please refer to chapter 2.2, step 8 to step 10. Step 6 The complete Desktop Media Support System will be shown as in Figure 2-17. Figure 2-17 Figure 2-16 Roll Holder Shaft Figure 2-15 Screw holes M6 screws Roll Holder Assembly 23 V5a 2015 Jan

2.4 Instruction of Damper Roller Step 1 Turn the wheel as instructed below to adjust damping. The bigger the number is, the stronger the damping. The volume symbol sticker indicates the damping level (Figure 2-18, 2-19). Figure 2-18 Figure 2-19 24 V5a 2015 Jan

Installation 2.5 Installation of Media Basket System Step 1 Please examine the supplied items in the accessory box  2 pieces of basket arms  2 pieces of basket rods  1 piece of basket  2 pieces of fixtures (for basket arms)  8 pieces of M3 screws  1 piece of 2mm L-shape hexagon screw driver Step 2 First, place the basket arms beside the stand and fix them with fixtures. Then insert the M3 screws and tighten them with the 2mm L-shape screw driver. (See Figure2-20) Stand M3 screws Fixtures Figure 2-20 Basket arm 25 V5a 2015 Jan

Step 3 Insert the basket rods to the basket holes (See Figure 2-21) Step 4 Loosen the basket screws from the basket arms. Position the basket rod in front of the basket arms and insert the basket screws into the holes on the basket rod and tighten them. (Figure 2-22) Basket rods Basket Basket rod Basket arm Figure 2-21 Figure 2-22 26 V5a 2015 Jan

Installation Step 5 The complete Media Basket System will be like Figure 2-23. Figure 2-23 27 V5a 2015 Jan

2.6 Cutting Pad Installation 1 piece of cutting pad is included in the accessory pack. Follow the instruction below to install a new cutting pad when the existing pad is worn out. Step 1 Carefully remove the cutting pad from the unit. Step 2 Remove the remaining adhesive on the groove with alcohol or cleaning naphtha. Remaining adhesive Remaining adhesive Figure 2-24 Figure 2-25 28 V5a 2015 Jan

Installation Step 3 Attach the new cutting pad to the groove after unrolling it and removing the backing sheet and the installation process is completed. Figure 2-26 Figure 2-27 29 V5a 2015 Jan

2.7 Blade Installation Figure 2-28 is the illustrator of the blade holder. Insert a blade into the bottom of the blade holder and remove the blade by pushing the pin. Make sure that your fingers are away from the blade tip. Step 1 Install blade (Figure 2-29). Step 2 Push the blade to the bottom of the blade holder. (Figure 2-30). Step 3 Adjust the blade tip to suitable length by screwing “Blade tip adjustment screw” clockwise orcount-clockwise. (Figure 2-31). Figure 2-31 Figure 2-30 Tips: “The proper length” means the blade’s length is adjusted 0.1mm more than film’s thickness. That is, if the thickness of film is 0.5mm, then blade’s length is properly adjusted 0.6mm and it can completely cut through the film layer yet avoid penetrating the backing. Figure 2-28 Outward ring Adjustment depth knob Figure 2-29 Pin 30 V5a 2015 Jan

Installation Step 4 Insert the blade holder into tool carriage. Please note the outward ring of the holder must put into the grooves of carriage firmly (see Figure 2-32), then fasten the case (Figure2-33). Step 5 Use the reversing steps to remove the blade holder. Step 6 Eject the blade. Push “Blade eject pin” to eject blade when the blade needs to be replaced. Note: The blade will lose its sharpness after a period of usage, the cutting quality might be affected. By increasing the cutting force, it might do the trick. However, once the blade is worn out and no longer provides a reliable cutting, you should replace a new one. The blade is consumable and must be replaced as often as necessary to maintain the cutting quality. The quality of the blade deeply affects cutting quality. So be sure to use a high quality blade to ensure good cutting results. Figure 2-32 Figure 2-33 31 V5a 2015 Jan

Figure 2-34 Figure 2-35 2.8 Automatic Blade Length Detection Figure 2-34 is the new blade holder with a scale and the carriage with a mark. This blade holder detects blade length automatically and shows how the knob needs to be turned on the LCM. There are 10 units on the scale; each unit equals to 0.05 mm, allowing you to adjust the blade length for 0.00mm-5.00mm (Figure 2-35). Follow the steps below to adjust the length of the blade: 1. Keep the blade tip within the blade holder before you start adjusting. 2. Align one of the scales on the blade holder to the mark on the carriage 3. Select “Blade Length Adjust” under “CUT TEST” on the LCM, enter the blade length wished in “Set Length”; test the blade holder first and then test the blade length by pressing ENTER. Mark Scale 1 unit Note: Keep the blade holder at the same position when you perform blade holder and blade length tests. 32 V5a 2015 Jan

Installation Figure 2-37 Figure 2-36 4. When blade holder and blade length tests are finished, the screen will show you to what degree (the unit of the value following “CW” or “CCW” is “circle”) and in which direction [CW (clockwise) or CCW (counterclockwise)] you should turn the adjustment knob. EG, Turn CW 5 is telling you that you should turn the knob for 5 units clock-wisely (Figure 2-36, Figure 2-37). 5. The screen will show "Adjustment completes" when the value on the screen is 0, the blade length is perfect and no more adjustment needs to be made. Press "Enter" now to complete the process and you may start cutting at this point. 33 V5a 2015 Jan

2.9 Cable Connection The cutting plotter communicates with a computer through a USB (Universal Serial Bus) or a Serial port (RS-232C). This chapter shows you how to connect the cutting plotter to a host computer and how to set up the computer/cutting plotter interconnection. Figure 2-38 Serial port Note: When USB connection is enabled, both parallel port and serial port will be disabled automatically USB port 34 V5a 2015 Jan

Control Panel 3 The Control Panel This chapter describes the button operations with the LCM menu flowcharts of ValueCut. When the cutting plotter is ready for use as described in Chapter 1 & 2, all functions are under default parameters. 3.1 The LCD Panel SPEED FORCE OFFSET MISC TOOL SELECT DATA CLEAR CUT TEST ON/OFF LINE PAUSE / RESUME ENTER POWER < LCD Control Panel on ValueCut series > Key Function LCD Screen To display functions and error messages. Power LED To indicate the power status ( light up: power on; light off: power off ) 4 Arrow Keys To move position, select function, or change setting. ENTER To set item or register the immediately preceding input value. PAUSE/RESUME To temporarily halt cutting process or to continue ON/OFF LINE To switch modes, stop cutting job, or abort changes of settings. OFFSET To adjust the value of blade’s offset. FORCE To adjust the value of cutting force. SPEED To adjust the value of cutting speed and quality. CUT TEST To perform cutting tests in different ways. DATA CLEAE To clear up buffer memory. TOOL To select tools. MISC To set up functions. Please see details "3.4 Menu Items" 35 V5a 2015 Jan

3.2 Menu in On-line mode Power On ValueCut in processing Sending data [PAUSE ] [ FORCE] [ SPEED ] [ OFFSET ] [ DATA CLEAR ] [TOOL SELECT ] Top menu Speed--- Force----- Offset---- Length---- Width----Tool set----Metric MUTOH LCM Version 1.3 Firmware V3.01 VC-1300 Place Media And Then Lower Up The Lever Roll Edge Single ~ Key | Key } Key Sizing Media Width Lever Down To Abort Sizing Media Length Lever Down To Abort Pause Setup RESUME Force: 80 gf ~ Ok:ENTER| Speed: 72 cm/s~ Select:{} Ok:ENTER| UP Speed: 72 cm/s~ Select:{} Ok:ENTER| Quality: Normal~ Select:{} Ok:ENTER| Offset: 0.250 mm ~ Ok:ENTER| Clear data memory N:ONLINE Ok:ENTER 1S 72 F 80 O0.250M Select:{} Ok:ENTER| Set Smoothing Cut Select:{} Ok:ENTER OverCut: 0.00 mm ~ Select:{} Ok:ENTER| Set Tangential Mode Select:{} Ok:ENTER Pouncing: 0 mm ~ Select:{} Ok:ENTER| S 72 F 80 O 0.250 L: 150000W: 914 T1M 36 V5a 2015 Jan

Control Panel Ratio: 100% - 400% Pattern: Cross, Arrow 3.3 Menu in Off-line Mode Press [ON/OFF LINE] to switch to the offline mode Draft, Fair, Normal, Fine, Small Letter [CUT TEST ] Offline For System Setup Force: 80 gf ~ Ok:ENTER| Offset: 0.250 mm ~ Ok:ENTER| Clear data memory N:ONLINE Ok:ENTER Speed: 72 cm/s~ Select:{} Ok:ENTER| UP Speed: 72 cm/s~ Select:{} Ok:ENTER| Quality: Normal~ Select:{} Ok:ENTER| ~|{} move origin X: Y: Square Cut Select:{} Ok:ENTER Repeat AAS Job Select:{} Ok:ENTER Redo Jobs in Memory Select:{} Ok:ENTER Pattern Setting Select:{} Ok:ENTER Pattern: Arrow Change:~| Ok:ENTER Ratio Setting Select:{} Ok:ENTER Ratio: 100 % Change:~| Ok:ENTER Blade Length Adjust Select:{} Ok:ENTER Set Length 0.00 mm Change:~| Ok:ENTER Test Blade Holdeｒ Ok:ENTER Test Blade Length Ok:ENTER Turn CW 1 Turn N:ONLINE Ok:ENTER [ FORCE] 5~600 with an increment of 5(gram force) [ OFFSET ] [ DATA CLEAR ] Speed:3~153 with an increment of 3(cm/s) [ SPEED ] 0.000~1.000 with an increment of 0.025(mm) UP Speed:3~153 with an increment of 3(cm/s) [ Arrow Key ] 37 V5a 2015 Jan

Offline For System Setup [TOOL SELECT ] [ MISC ] use~|to select from 1S to 4S; [ENTER] to adjust the parameters 1S 72 F 80 O0.250M Select:{} Ok:ENTER| Pouncing: 0 mm ~ Select:{} Ok:ENTER| Panel Setup Select:{} Ok:ENTER OverCut: 0.00 mm ~ Select:{} Ok:ENTER| Set Tangential Mode Select:{} Ok:ENTER Set Smoothing Cut Select:{} Ok:ENTER Restore default ? Select:{} Ok:ENTER Pouncing:0-200mm with an increment of 1mm OverCut:0.00-3.00mm with an increment of 0.05mm Image Scale Width Select:{} Ok:ENTER Image Scale Length Select:{} Ok:ENTER Select Units Select:{} Ok:ENTER Select Language Select:{} Ok:ENTER Set Communication Select:{} Ok:ENTER Paper Saving Mode Select:{} Ok:ENTER AAS Offset Select:{} Ok:ENTER First Back To Origin Select:{} Ok:ENTER Vcuum Select:{} Ok:ENTER Auto Unrolled Media Select:{} Ok:ENTER Metric (cm/gf) or English measurement (inch/oz) English Both Expanded Mode、Length Expanded Mode、 Width Expanded Mode、Both Unexpanded Mode Select Language Select:{} Ok:ENTER 38 V5a 2015 Jan

Control Panel 3.4 Menu Items Below describes the functions of menu items Menu or Key Function Setting Default --- Media sizing --- Place Media And Then Lower Down The Lever To instruct the user to lower the lever after the material is loaded. When the medium is loaded, the user will be requested to lower the lever; once the lever is lowered, users can proceed to the three sizing modes (Roll/Edge/Single). Roll To measure media width. Maximum Tracking 150 meters Edge To measure media width and pull the media back till the front paper sensor open. Maximum Tracking 150 meters Single To measure media width and length. Maximum Tracking 10 meters --- POWER --- To indicate the power status. [ Arrow Keys ] 1. To move the tool carriage position on X or Y axis. 2. To select functions or change values of settings. [ ENTER ] 1. The displayed parameters will be saved automatically. 2. To set a new origin at the present tool carriage position. In “offline” mode, moving the tool carriage to desired position by [Arrow Keys], then press [ENTER] key to set a new origin. While moving with the parameters of XY-axes displayed, press [MISC] key will enable fine-tune movement; press [MISC] key again to disable the function. [ PAUSE/RESUME ] To temporarily halt the cutting process. To resume the process by press [Pause/Resume] key again. [ ONLINE/OFFLINE ] 1. To switch between online mode and offline mode. 2. To stop the cutting job or abort the change of setting. Once press this key, the cutting job will be terminated immediately and cannot be resumed. [ OFFSET ] To set or modify the distance between the blade tip and the center axis. Please refer to section 4.3 or Chapter A-2 for more information. 0.000~1.000mm 0.250mm [ FORCE ] To set or modify the value of tool force. When the cutting force exceeds 450g, the maximum cutting speed would be 15cm/sec and the cutting quality would be Small Letter Mode (0.2g) and while the cutting force is 5~600gram; 5 gram/ step 80 gram 39 V5a 2015 Jan

300g-449g, the maximum cutting speed would be 30 cm/sec and the cutting quality would be Fine Mode (0.5g) [ SPEED ] Speed To set or modify tool down speed at horizontal moving. 3~153cm/sec; 3cm/sec per step 72cm/sec Up Speed To set or modify tool up speed at horizontal moving. 3~153cm/sec; 3cm/sec per step 72cm/sec Cutting Quality To set or modify cutting quality. While cutting small letter, set as “Small letter”. While cutting in high speed, set as “Draft”. For normal operation, set as “Normal”. Draft(4.2G), Fair(2.8G), Normal(1.4G), Fine(0.7G),Small Letter(0.2G) Normal [ CUT TEST ] Square Cut To perform a cutting test at present blade position. For more information, please refer to “4.3 Adjusting the Cutting Force and Offset” to adjust blade force and cutting speed. Repeat AAS Job To repeat AAS jobs automatically without having to operate on the computer side. Please be noted that this feature is mainly applied to the Single paper mode; please ensure a new piece of material you wish to apply this feature on is loaded and the origin repositioned to the first registration mark before starting. When the first AAS job repeat completes, the user will be offered the choice of “Repeat AAS Job Again”, please press ”Online/Offline” to return to the main menu. Repeat Last Plot Recut: To repeat the last job without re-sending the data. 1~99; 1 per step Copy: To copy the last job without re-sending the data. * 1mm gap will be auto-generated between 2 copies). * If the media length is not enough to continue, it will show below message on LCM: * If both functions are enabled at the same time, the cutter will perform the last setting only. 1~99; 1 per step Pattern Setting To provide two patterns for cut test Note: It is recommended to select “Cross” if you are working on thick pieces of materials. “Arrow” and “Cross” patterns “Arrow” Ratio Setting To adjust the size of the pattern 100%, 200%, 300%, 400% 100% Blade Length Adjust Please see 2.5 Automatic Blade Length Adjustment for further details. 0.00mm-5.00mm 0.00mm [ DATA CLEAR ] To clear up buffer memory. Out Of Space; # of Copies finished 40 V5a 2015 Jan

Control Panel [ TOOL SELECT ] Set Smoothing Cut To enable smooth-cutting function. This function aims to make connections smoother and is suggested to be disabled when cutting small-sized images or characters Enable Over Cut To generate an overcut to facilitate weeding. This function mainly applies to thick materials, aiming to sharpen corners and ensure perfect connections. 0.00mm-3.00mm 0.05mm/per step 0.00mm Set Tangential Mode To enable the emulated tangential-cutting mode for thicker media types and small letter cuts. Note: while the Offset value setting at 0.000 mm, “Set Tangential Mode” will automatically be disabled. Enable Pouncing To make perforated patterns. * In order to use this function, Pouncing tool must be installed. * Before start pouncing, place pouncing strip on top of the cutting pad to protect the cutting pad. * Set the value as 0 mm to disable the pouncing mode. * Pouncing tool is an optional item. 0~200mm 0mm Panel Setup Accept setup command: To accept commands of the Force, Speed, Cutting Quality, and Offset only via software. Control panel only: To accept commands of the Force, Speed, Cutting Quality, and Offset only via control panel of the cutter. Restore Default To turn all parameters of the menu items to factory-default settings. [ MISC ] Auto Unrolled Media To avoid paper jam and motor crash by automatically unroll media (50cm and up) before cutting while enabled. . * Auto-unroll only affects on roll/edge media. * Using Single mode to size media will disable this function automatically. * If the length of the rolled media is less than 2 meters or the weight is light, it is recommended to set this mode disabled. Enable Vacuum To help improve tracking and cutting accuracy by turning on the fans. If you turn off the vacuum system, the fans will remain inactive during cutting or plotting. Enable First Back to Origin To enable the carriage back to the previous origin; when “Enable” is selected and the button Online/Offline has been pressed, the carriage will go back to the previous origin while the selection of “Disable” will not allow the carriage to do so. Enable Disable Enable AAS Offset To set or modify AAS offset value. You can refer to “5.3 Printer Test” for more details. Paper Saving Mode To save media by four different modes: 1. Length expanded mode 2. Width expanded mode 3. Both expanded mode 4. Both unexpanded mode Length expanded mode Set Communication To build up the communication between host computer and cutter. Baud Rate is to determine the speed of data transmission. Data Bits refers to the size of one block of data. Parity is used to check if data was revived correctly or not. 9600, n, 7, 1, p 9600pbs, 7 Bits with NO Parity 9600,N,8,1 ,p 41 V5a 2015 Jan

9600, o, 7, 1, p 9600pbs, 7 Bits with ODD Parity 9600, e, 7, 1, p 9600pbs, 7 Bits with EVEN Parity 9600, n, 8, 1, p 9600pbs, 8 Bits with NO Parity 9600, o, 8, 1, p 9600pbs, 8 Bits with ODD Parity 9600, e, 8, 1, p 9600pbs, 8 Bits with EVEN Parity 19200, n, 7, 1, p 19200pbs, 7 Bits with NO Parity 19200, o, 7, 1, p 19200pbs, 7 Bits with ODD Parity 19200, e, 7, 1, p 19200pbs, 7 Bits with EVEN Parity 19200, n, 8, 1, p 19200pbs, 8 Bits with NO Parity 19200, o, 8, 1, p 19200pbs, 8 Bits with ODD Parity 19200, e, 8, 1, p 19200pbs, 8 Bits with EVEN Parity Firmware Version To display the version number of Firmware and FPGA code. Select Language To select displayed languages on LCM panel in English, Spanish, Italian, Deutsch, Japanese, Portuguese, Polish, Turkish or French. English Select Units Provide two-unit systems for users convenient. Metric(cm/g) Unit(inch/g) Unit(cm/oz) English(inch/oz) Metric Image Scale Length To adjust the scale of media length and width that may cause by the thickness of the media. The Denominator is the actual length, and the Numerator is the ideal length measured from the resultant. For example, cutting a line with 500.0 mm length. The procedure as follows: 1. Press the [LEFT ARROW] to choose the Numerator and select 500.0 mm, 2. Cut the length by sending a graph file, 3. Measure the length then use the [RIGHT ARROW] key to choose the Denominator, then 4. Press [UP ARROW /DOWN ARROW] to change the values of the actual length. 250mm/250mm 500mm/500mm 750mm/750mm 250mm/25 0mm Image Scale Width 42 V5a 2015 Jan

Operation 4 Operation 4.1 Media Loading 4.1.1 Loading the Sheet Media To load the media properly, please follow the procedures listed below: Step 1 Use the lever on the upper right side of the cutting plotter to raise or lower down pinch rollers. Pull the lever forward until it makes a clicking sound then the pinch rollers are raised (Figure 4-1). Step 2 Load your media on the platen and slide it under the pinch rollers from either the front side or the backside. The alignment rulers on the platen extension will help you to adjust the media precisely. Note: Be sure that the media must cover the paper sensors on the platen when loading the media. At least one of the two paper sensors (Figure 4-2) should be covered. Once the media covers the sensor, the cutting plotter will size the media width and length automatically. Paper sensors Figure 4-2 Lever Figure 4-1 43 V5a 2015 Jan

Step 3 Then move the pinch rollers manually to the proper position. Be sure the pinch rollers must be positioned above the grid drum. The white marks on the top trail will remind you where the grid drums are (Figure 4-3). Step 4 Push the lever backward to lower down the pinch rollers. Step 5 Turn on the power, the tool carriage will measure the size of the media automatically. And the plotting cutter begins to work. ｔ Figure 4-4 (X) Incorrect Note: 1. Always adjust the position with the pinch roller raised. 2. Move the pinch roller by applying force at the rear portion of the pinch roller support. 3. Do not move it by holding its front rubber roller (Figure 4-4). White marks Figure 4-3 44 V5a 2015 Jan

Operation 4.1.2 Loading the Roll Media Step 1 Put the roll media guide bushes on two roll holders (Figure 4-6). Pull up bottom to release grip Figure 4-5 Note: Please pull up the bottom of all pinch rollers (Figure 4-5) before the lever is pushed backwards to ensure accurate media width detection. Enable Roll media guide bushes Figure 4-6 45 V5a 2015 Jan

Step 2 -- Option A (Recommended) Insert the two roll holders into the roll media support set then place the roll media directly between the two roll holders (Figure 4-7). -- Option B (Use the media flanges )  Insert a roll media flange at the end of each roll  media and tighten the thumbscrew until the roll  media is firmly gripped(see Figure 4-8). Then put the roll media on the roll holders. Adjust the position of the roll media ensure that media flanges are able to run in the grooves of media guide bushes. (Figure 4-9) Step 3 Load the media on the platen. Please refer to “4.1.1 Loading the sheet media”. After loading the roll media, flatten the media on the platen and hold the front edge of the roll media firmly (Figure 4-10). Figure 4-8 Figure 4-9 Figure 4-7 46 V5a 2015 Jan

Operation Step 4 Turn the roll downward to make an equal tension across the media (Figure 4-11) Step 5 Move the pinch rollers to the appraise location and note that the pinch rollers must be positioned above the grid drums. Step 6 Push the lever backward to lower down the pinch rollers. Step 7 Fix roll media guide bushes on the roll holder to secure the roll media. Step 8 Turn on the power switch, the tool carriage will sizing the media automatically. Then the cutting plotter is ready to work. Step 9 Use the reverse steps to remove the media. Note: Make sure that the media tension is equally distributed from left to right. If the media were not tightened enough against the platen, it would cause tracking problems! 図4-11 図4-10 47 V5a 2015 Jan

4.2 Tracking Performance In order to achieve the best tracking performance for a long plot, we recommend some significant media loading procedures described as follows: If the media length is less than 4 meters, leave the margin of 0.5mm—25mm in the left and right edges of the media (Figure 4-12). If the media length is greater than 4 meters, leave at least 25mm margin on the left and right edges of the media (Figure 4-13). Please refer to the paragraph “4.5 How to Make A Long Plot” for more details. Figure 4-12 Pinch roller Pinch roller 0.5mm - 25mm 0.5mm - 25mm Figure 4-13 > or = 25mm > or = 25mm 48 V5a 2015 Jan

Operation 4.3 Cutting Force and Offset Adjustment Before sending your designs for cutting, you may perform a “cut test” to generate satisfactory cutting results. The “Cut Test” should be repeated until the appropriate cutting conditions for the media are discovered. After sizing the media, press [CUT TEST] button to select the “square cut”, and press [ENTER KEY] to confirm. The default cutting force and offset value of the cutting test are 80gf and 0.275mm respectively. Press [ARROW KEY] to move the tool carriage to the position where you like. Then, press the [ENTER KEY] to perform Cut Test. Note: At the same time, the new origin is also set at the cutting test position. When the cutting test is completed, a pattern appears. Peel off the pattern to see if it can be easily separated from the media base. If yes, the setup tool force is appropriate. If not or cut through the back paper, press [FORCE KEY] to adjust the tool force until an optimum force is obtained (Figure 4-14). If the pattern appears to be BB or CC layout, press [OFFSET KEY] to adjust the offset value until AA pattern discovered. Increase the offset value when BB occurs and decrease the value when CC appears. S q u a r e C u t Press ENTER_KEY AA CC BB Press ENTER_KEY E n t e r : O K S e l e c t : M o v e t t e c u X Y : : M s t S q u a r e C u t Press SPEED_KEY, FORCE_KEY, OFFSET_KEY to setup or Press arrow keys to desired position for next square cut E n t e r : O K C o n t / N : O O F F N Machine 3mm 80 mm 3mm 80 mm Press ENTER_KEY 80 mm Finish square cut Press ENTER_KEY Press ON/OFF line_KEY i n o u s L N I E Figure 4-14 49 V5a 2015 Jan

4.4 How to Cut 3mm Letters To obtain good quality output, narrow media is recommended. However, if wide media is used, you should: 1. Position two pinch rollers as close as possible to both edges of the cutting area. 2. Make sure the loaded media is held flat with equal tension across the platen. 3. Suggested operation settings: Force: 55 gf. (or depending on the material) Speed: 45-50 cm/sec Up speed: 45-60 cm/sec Set smoothing cut: Disable Cutting quality: Small Letter 4.5 How to Make A Long Plot When you are making a long plot with a roll of heavy and wide vinyl, paper you need to use the “AUTO UNROLL MEDIA“ function. The following parameter settings are to help users get the best cutting quality. The actual output quality may vary when using different kind of materials 1. If the length of graphic is between 3m and 5m, the cutting speed is better slower than 72cm/sec and the cutting quality is set as Normal. 2. If the length is longer than 5m or if the material type is difficult to cut, it is better to further slow down the cutting speed. 3. After loading the roll media all pinch rollers are raised at this stage, flatten the media on the platen and hold the front edge of the roll media firmly (Figure 4-15). Figure 4-15 50 V5a 2015 Jan

Operation Then turn the roll downward to make an equal tension across the media (See Figure 4-16) 4. Engage pinch rollers. 5. Fixes roll media guide bushes on the roll holder to secure the roll media. 6. The protrusion length of the blade should be longer than the thickness of the vinyl. (Please check the “Blade Specification: About the Tool” in Appendix.) After you notice all the above, you’ll enjoy your gigantic signs production! 4.6 When Completing the Cutting Job After completing the cutting job, raise the sheet-loading lever, and then remove the material. You can also cut off the finished job by the Safe Blade (a standard accessory) along the knife guide. (Figure 4-17) Make sure that the media tension is equally distributed from left to right. If the media is not tight enough against the platen, it will cause tracking problems. Figure 4-16 Figure 4-17 51 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL 5 Automatic Aligning System II 5.1 Introduction The ValueCut series cutting plotters feature a standard Automatic Aligning System (AAS II) to guarantee precise contour cutting quality by detecting the registration marks printed around the graphic. Notice  Avoid any kind of light source horizontally illuminating the AAS module. - PROHIBITED - ACCEPTABLE  DO NOT take off the cover of AAS module while in operation. - PROHIBITED 52 V5a 2015 Jan

Automatic Aligning System 5.2 AAS Calibrating the System The AAS system has one calibration procedures to ensure maximum accuracy of AAS operation. To operate the AAS you need to learn about the method of media feeding firstly. (Refer to 4.1 Media Loading.) 5.2.1 Media Calibration Media Calibration is to ensure the sensor being able to recognize the registration marks. The factory default works on a wide range of materials. However, certain types of materials may not work properly. Performing a media calibration may become necessary while working with such materials to change the sensitivity of AAS for greater reliability. Media calibration adjusts the media feeding according to media type for better accuracy during cutting.  When to use We suggest white media for best cutting result. It is not necessary to perform media calibration every time unless the registration marks on the printed media become undetectable in AAS sensing process. 5.2.2 AAS Calibration The first registration mark is designed to be different in order to identify the origin for AAS auto-detection. The following precaution must be aware for registration marks to be read automatically.  Type of media  Registration mark pattern  Reading range required for detection the registration marks  Position for registration marks and medium The registration marks have to be:  Created by cutting software like CorelDRAW plug-in  In black color (printing quality of registration marks is essential; incorrect, misaligned colors, blurry or smeared printout might leading to inaccurate cutting result)  Length: The length of marks  Range: 5mm~50mm  Optimized Setting: 25mm  Thickness: The line thickness of marks  Range: 1mm~2mm  Optimized Setting: 1mm 53 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL  Margin: The distance between marks and images  Range: 0mm~50mm  Optimized Setting: 5mm The cutter can not detect the marks while:  Cutter carriage is not located near the outside area of first mark before detecting (See the picture in page 5-7 for auto-detecting area of first mark.)  Medium thickness is more than 0.8mm  Transparent medium is used  Non-monochrome drawing. The marks can’t be read if is printed on colored medium  Dirty or creased medium surface 5.2.3 AAS II on ValueCut There are three types of AAS II mark patterns: 4-Point Positioning, Segmental Positioning, and Multiple Copies. Note that before print out your designs by inkjet printers, the registration marks have to be created on your graphic designs by cutting software. Hand-made marks or drawings won’t be reorganized by Mutoh cutting plotters. 1. 4-Point Positioning This is the basic mark pattern that AAS II will auto detect four registration marks and contour cut images inside those marks.  Command: Esc.D1;(XDist);(YDist):  Layout: 4 L-shaped marks at the 4 corners around the design 2. Segmental Positioning In addition to 4 original points, the intermediate registration marks are added on both X axis and Y axis to help contour cut accurately, especially for cutting large images.  Command: Esc.D2;(XDist);(YDist);(XStep);(YStep):  Layout: In-between distance on X: 200~600mm, default 300mm In-between distance on Y: 200-600mm, default 300mm 54 V5a 2015 Jan

Automatic Aligning System  High Precision Long Picture Cutting ValueCut performs segmental cutting to enhance output qualities.  The object will be output following the Data Block pattern based on the Segmental Positioning parameters.  Cutting sequence: Date Block1-> Date Block2-> Date Block3- >Date Block4 3. Multiple Copies The function is used to duplicate images to let you cut quantities of images at a time.The AAS II sensor will automatically scan registration marks for each individual image to ensure the contour cutting precision.  Command: Esc.D3;(XCopies);(YCopies);(Space):  Layout: Condition 1 (Default) Condition 2 55 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL 4. Automatic Distinction of the Plot Direction For the convenience of users, ValueCut automatically detects the feeding direction of the material when performing contour cutting. Figure 5-1 shows the Registration Mark detection sequence when the material is fed in the standard way (1->2->3->4) while Figure 5-2 is how ValueCut detects registration marks (3->4->1->2) when the material is reversely fed. ValueCut is able to detect registration marks and performs contour cutting however users feed the media. Direction detection steps: a. Detects the position of the 3rd Registration Mark b. Proceeds to the 4th Registration Mark to detect the direction (The existing detection procedure will be performed, followed by the detection of new line segments) c. The information is reflected in the driver and recalculated before output d. The registration mark detection and object output process is implemented (Registration Mark detection sequence: 3->4->1->2) Figure 5-1 Figure 5-2 5.3 Printer Test Before performing AAS contour cutting, it’s recommended to print out a test file that you can find in the enclosed Installation CD to make sure the AAS II cutting accuracy of ValueCut. There are two testing files for AASII: 56 V5a 2015 Jan

Automatic Aligning System AAS offset Calibration.pdf (Print data) AAS offset Calibration.plt (Cutting data) 1. Print out the Print data by 100%. ( Please use high precision printer) 2. Load the graphic to ValueCut and sent the Cutting data to test the cutting job You can output the cutting data from Production Manager of FlexiSTARTER. 3. If there are any adjustments to be made, you can change the offset value by following the steps:  Measure the offset values from the printed line and the actual cutting line.  Enter the AAS Offset under MISC function for the values you just measured, then press Enter  Test the cutting again  AAS II offset X and Y value is defined as following: Horizontal line is defined as X and vertical is defined as Y (when facing the cutting plotter) When the actual cutting line and the printed line need to be changed towards the direction of origin mark, then simply add the negative value of the offset. If the direction is from the opposite of the origin mark, then enter positive values for the offset (see the following figures). This method applies to both X and Y axes. 57 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL 5.4 Registration Mark Offset Range Please correctly load your media (refer to the alignment ruler on the platen) to make sure the registration marks are successfully detected. Deviation exceeds the range below will lead to detection failure. 5.5 Contour Cutting For accurate contour cutting with AAS function, please proceed the following steps: Step 1 Creating Graphics  Create the graphic that you want to print and cut in your software.  Create a contour for cutting around the graphic. Note:  Before adjusting the AAS II settings, please proceed scaling for width and length.  The blade offset value isn’t set for this test graphic, please set it according to the blade you use.  If you have any question, please contact us or your local distributor for assistance. 58 V5a 2015 Jan

Automatic Aligning System TIPS1: Leave some space between the graphic and contour line. TIPS2: Create the contour in a separate layer and assign a different color for it.  Add registration marks around the graphic. Step 2 Placing the Registration Marks  The AAS Layout Instruction: * Auto-detection function on the 1st mark covers the grey area  Suggested 30mm margin on both left and right sides of media sheet.  Suggested 50-70 mm margin on top and bottom edge of the media sheet to prevent sheets dropping or any error occurred while media sizing. Note: The Multiple Copies function is also available. It automatically copy the graphic and registration marks. 59 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL Step 3 Print the Graphics  Print the graphic and the marks with your printer (Scaling = 100%).  When printing on a roll media, make sure the orientation as following: Step 4  The Origin Mark is is different from the rest registration marks. Please make sure the media is fed with correct direction. Step 5 Cut the Contour  Send out the command from software to perform the contour cutting job. 5.6 Tips for AAS For getting better results of contour cutting, there are some tips below for your reference.  Keep light sources simple and avoid illuminating from the sides of cutter.  Before operating AAS, change the maximum paper size in ValueCut driver property. STEP 1 Find the ValueCut model in the “Printer & Fax” folder of your PC. STEP 2 Open the Properties window and select the “Paper” tab. STEP 3 Change the maximum Paper Size of X to 1200mm.  Adjust the cutting speed to between 300~600mm/sec.  Avoid the registration marks locating on the tracks of pinch rollers. 60 V5a 2015 Jan

Maintenance 6 Maintenance This chapter explains the basic maintenance (i.e. cleaning the cutting plotter) required for the cutting plotter. Except for the procedures mentioned below, all other maintenance must be performed by a qualified service technician. 6.1 Cleaning the Cutting Plotter Cleaning the machine properly and regularly will ensure optimal performance out of your machine. Cleaning Precaution ! Recommended Methods:  Gently wipe the cutting plotter surface with a lint-free cloth. If necessary, with a damp cloth immersed in water or alcohol. Dry and wipe any remaining residue off a soft, lint-free cloth.  Wipe all dust and dirt from the tool carriage rails.  Use a vacuum cleaner to empty any accumulated dirt and media residue beneath the pinch roller housing.  Clean the platen, paper sensors and pinch rollers with a damp cloth immersed in water or alcohol, and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.  Wipe dust and dirt from the stand.  Unplug the cutting plotter before cleaning it in order to prevent electrical shock.  Never use solvents, abrasive cleaners or strong detergents for cleaning. They may damage the surface of the cutting plotter and the moving parts. 61 V5a 2015 Jan

6.2 Cleaning the Grid Drum 1. Turn off the cutting plotter, and move the tool carriage away from the area needed to be cleaned. 2. Raise the pinch rollers and move them away from the grid drum for cleaning. 3. Use a bristle brush (a toothbrush is acceptable) to remove dust from the drum surface. Rotate the drum manually while cleaning. Refer to Figure 6-1. 6.3 Cleaning the Pinch Rollers 1. If the pinch rollers require a thorough cleaning, use a lint-free cloth or cotton swab to wipe away the accumulated dust from the rubber portion of the pinch rollers. To prevent the pinch rollers from rotating while cleaning, use your finger to hold the pinch rollers to prevent them from rotation 2. To remove the deeply-embedded or persistent dust, use the lint-free cloth or cotton swab moistened with rubbing alcohol. Figure 6-1 Note: The daily maintenance of your cutting plotter is very important. Be sure to clean up the grid drum and pinch rollers regularly for better cutting accuracy and output quality. 62 V5a 2015 Jan

Trouble Shooting 7 Trouble Shooting This chapter is to help you correct some common problems you may come across. Prior to getting into the details of this chapter, please be sure that your application environment is compatible with the cutting plotter. Possible Causes: 7.1 Non-operation Problems Check the following first:  Does the AC power cord plug in properly?  Does the AC power cord connected to the power connector properly?  Does the power LED still illuminate? Solutions: If the LCM is able to display the message, the cutting plotter should be in a normal condition. Switch off the cutting plotter and turn it on again to see if the problem still existing. If the LCM is not able to display any message, contact the technician from your dealer. Why is the cutting plotter not functioning? Note: Before having your cutting plotter serviced, please make sure that the malfunction is in your cutting plotter, not the result of an interface problem or a malfunction in your computer or a software problem. 63 V5a 2015 Jan

7.2 Operational Problems Some mechanical problems or failure during operation will cause some problems. If the problem still exists after the recommended actions have been taken, have your cutting plotter serviced. 7.2.1 LCM Error Messages The error messages shown on the LCM present the problem first, and followed by recommended actions. This message indicates that there might be a problem on the X axis (the media feeding direction). Check if the drum is working well and if the media is well loaded. Correct the problem and re-power on to reboot system. This message indicates that there might be an obstruction to carriage relating to a problem on the Y axis (the carriage moving direction). Correct the problem and re-power on to reboot system. This message indicates that the blade up/down sensor malfunction. Re-power on to re-boot system. If the problem still exists, find a serviceman. This message indicates that the cutting exceeds the cutting limit. Reload larger media or re-scale the plot to a smaller size; then press the key followed by the display of LCM to continue. Error;Check Carriag Sensor Or VC Motor Graph Was Clipped Data In Buffer Error; Check Media Or Drum Or X Motor Error; Check Media Or Y Motor 64 V5a 2015 Jan

Trouble Shooting 7.2.2 Other operational problems 1. Pinch rollers O (CORRECT) X (INCORRECT) Press down Stop bar Pull up bottom to release grip PRESS Note: Never press the top release grip (the release grip is fully pressed when a clip sound is heard) and pull the bottom release grip at the same time as the pictures shown below. This will prevent you from disabling the pinch roller as the stop bar will not reach the correct position and therefore will not be functioning. Enable 65 V5a 2015 Jan

2. Media is rolled up during the cutting process Step 1 Turn off the cutting plotter Step 2 Move the pinch rollers to the side Step 3 Pull the lever up Step 4 Trim off the rolled up part of the media Step 5 Reload the material 3 The media runs diagonally Step 1 Stop the operation Step 2 Move the pinch rollers to the side Step 3 Pull the lever up Step 4 Reload the media and make sure the media is correctly loaded (refer to the alignment ruler). 4. The media lifts Step 1 Stop the operation Step 2 Move the pinch rollers to the side Step 3 Pull the lever up Step 4 Reload the sheet and ensure there are two pinch rollers on the very two sides of the sheet. Step 5 Ensure the vacuum is on (check the control panel) and increase the number of pinch rollers. 5. The start and end points of the object are shifted Step 1 Move the pinch rollers to the side Step 2 Pull the lever up Step 3 Reload the media and increase the number of pinch rollers. Step 4 Activate “Over Cut” in “Tool Select” on the control panel if the above does not work 66 V5a 2015 Jan

Trouble Shooting 7.3 Cutting Plotter/Computer Communication Problems The messages showed below present problems in relation to cutting plotter/computer communication. Communication Error Setup: MISC. key Is the connection cable connected to the cutting plotter and computer properly? Yes No Has the interface setting been done correctly? Refer to Chapter 2 - Connecting your cutting plotter. Yes No Try the communication between your cutting plotter and computer. If it still does not work, have your cutting plotter serviced. Refer to the “MISC” key in Chapter 3 - Description of Operation for the port setup. If your cutting plotter can not recognize the HP-GL/2 or HP-GL commands, please check the HP-GL/2 or HP-GL commands applied to your cutting plotter are used properly. Note: The computer also needs to set up compatible communication parameters to the cutting plotter set up. HP-GL/2 Cmd. Error 67 V5a 2015 Jan

7.4 Software Problems Check the following first: Does your software package indicate that it will work with your computer and cutting plotter? Does your software support HP-GL and HP-GL/2 drivers? (* check the configuration settings of your software.) Yes No Does the cutting plotter interface match the requirements of your software? Does your software recommend using a different cable? Does the software vendor provide a sample file? Most well known cutting softwares in the world have drivers for our cutting plotters. If not, use software that has HP-GL and HP-GL/2 emulation supports and you can chose the following three drivers:  A3 size: HP7475A  A1 size: HP7580A  A0 size: HP Draf Pro Exl or HP Draf Master Yes No Refer to Chapter 2 - Connecting your cutting plotter. Yes No Try using the recommended cable. Yes No Re-power on the cutting plotter and try to send the file again. Do something about the error message display on LCM, or consult your software vendor. 68 V5a 2015 Jan

Trouble Shooting 7.5 Cutting Quality Problems Is the blade installed correctly and the blade holder fastened securely? Yes No Is the blade dull or chipped? Yes No Replace with a new blade Is tool force set up properly? (The default for tool force is 80 gf) Yes No Adjust the tool force to obtain an optimum blade force. Refer to Chapter 4.3 “Cutting Force and Offset Adjustment” Is the tool offset set up properly? Yes No Adjust the tool offset to obtain an optimum value. Is there any dirt adhered to the blade? Yes No Refer to Chapter 2.4 “ Blade Installation” Remove the blade and clean it. Please contact your dealer for technician support. Note: The daily maintenance of your cutting plotter is very important. Be sure to clean up the grid drum and pinch rollers regularly for better cutting accuracy and output quality. 69 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL 8 FlexiSTARTER Quick Start Guide 8.1 Introduction FlexiSTARTER ValueCut Edition is a special software to plot AI / EPS / PDF...etc format data from the ValueCut with a simple operation. 8.2 Install of the FlexiSTARTER Please insert the DVD for installation of the ValueCut into the computer. Please open it and click on 1"English". Click on 2"Install FlexiSTARTER ValueCut Edition". Then, the installer of the FlexiSTARTER ValueCut Edition may start up. Install following the wizard. Note: Please do not put the attached the USB Hardware Key in the computer until after software is installed. 1 2 70 V5a 2015 Jan

FlexiSTARTER Quick Start Guide First of all, after the Install Manager screen appears, put a 3:password in the attached password sheet into "Password". Then, USER ID may show up in a:"User Number". Select "FlexiSTARTER ValueCut Edition" in 4:"Product" and "English" in 5:"Language" and click on . Finally, the installation is done. 8.3 Start up of the FlexiSTARTER After the installation of the FlexiSTARTER ValueCut Edition, two software are installed; the FlexiSTARTER that makes it possible to create and edit cutting date and the Production Manager that allows you to manage cutting job from the FlexiSTARTER ValueCut and control device of the ValueCut. Each icon may be present on the desktop. Double-click on the FlexiSTARTER ValueCut Edition icon to start. Also, double-click on the Production Manager icon to start. Note: At this point, put the attached the USB Hrdware Key into the computer. Then, connect the ValueCut to the computer by a USB connection cable and turn on the ValueCut. 3 a 4 5 71 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL 8.4 Add Device by Using the Production Manager When the Production Manager starts up for the first time after the installation of the program, the Add Setup window appears as the diagram below. This screen enables you to set up device of the ValueCut. Note: "USB_Printer_0" will not be displayed if the plotter is not connected with USB cable. 1 2 3 1 You can see "Mutoh" selected in the box saying "What is the brand name of your vinyl cutter?" 2 Select a model of the ValueCut you have in the box saying "What is the model name of your Mutoh?" 3 The right screen may appear after you press . 4 5 6 4 Leave default in the box saying "What do you want to call your new setup?" unless you intend to customize it. 5 After clicking on dextrally, select "USB_Printer_0" from the pull-down menu in the box saying "How is your ValueCut VC-1300 connected to your computer?" 6 "ValueCut" may be added in the screen of the Production Manager after you press . 72 V5a 2015 Jan

FlexiSTARTER Quick Start Guide 8.5 Initial Settings of the Production Manager 8.5.1 Change to the setting of leaving job that finishes running The Production Manager window can hold a job following the figure below. This is how to leave cutting job in the screen after the cut. 1 2 1 Select a model 2 Select "Default Job Properties" from the Setup menu. 3 4 3 Then, the Default Job Properties window may open. 4 Select "Hold" in the After output blank, then you press . 73 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL 8.5.2 Change unit of measures used in the Production Manager Open the Preferences window from the Edition menu of the Production Manager and change settings as follows. 1 2 1. Change the unit. 2. Select the precision and press the button. 74 V5a 2015 Jan

FlexiSTARTER Quick Start Guide 8.6 Basic Settings 8.6.1 Overview of the FlexiSTARTER screen After the FlexiSTARTER starts up, the screen is as follows. Change a setting of length following the instruction written in blue. Origin: Clicking and dragging makes it possible to change the original point of the scale. In addition, you can set up unit of measures in the FlexiSTARTER by clicking on it with the right mouse button. "Millimeters" should be applied. Names of the each part in this screen: 1 Main Menu 2 Standard Toolbar 3 Design Area 4 Main Toolbar 5 View Toolbar 6 Swatch Table 1 2 4 5 6 3 75 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL Additionally, select "Design Central" and "Fill/Stroke Editor" from the View Window menu and open the screens. These screens are frequency in use. The displayed content of the Design Central screen depends on a selected tool. The figure example right above means a size of paper in the Design Central window. The Fill/ Stroke Editor screen allows you to set up a color and a line type. 8.6.2 Standard Toolbar Only usable icons are active. : Open a new window. : Open a file. : Save a file you create. : Load a file. It places on an executed window. : Write a file in a format except for the FlexiSTARTER. : Print out by using a printer registered in a computer : Open the Cut/Plot window : Open the Cut Contour window : Cut : Copy : Attach a copied object : Undo : Redo : Open "Design Central", "Fill/Stroke", "Color Mixer", "Color Specs" and "Swatch Table". 76 V5a 2015 Jan

FlexiSTARTER Quick Start Guide 8.6.3 Main Toolbar The tools in parenthesis are the extension tools that may appear when you click on them for a while. ( ): Select Tool that selects an object ( ): Text Tool that makes it possible to enter text ( ): Bezier Path Tool that creates a path ( ): Rectangle Tool that makes a rectangle : Select Point Tool that makes a point of path : Contour cut that extracts a contour cut line : Measure Tool that measures length 77 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL 8.7 Create the Character For an instance, construct characters: "ABC" 100 millimeters height. 1. Click on in the main toolbar and click in the design area discretionally. 2. Assign 100millimeters in height in the Design Central window. 3. Then, enter "ABC" from the keyboard. 4. Click on in the standard toolbar, then the Cut/Plot window may open. At the same time the Production Manager starts up. Other settings a : Character Font : Font Size : Character Width Scale : Character Slant : Tracking : Vertical Offset : Line Spacing : Character Orientation 1 2 3 a 4 78 V5a 2015 Jan

FlexiSTARTER Quick Start Guide 8.7.1 Cut/Plot Window The Cut/Plot window has four tabs as follows: General tab Set up:  Material size  Position  Size  Copies Panel tab Set up for job that exceeds media size: Panel size Title Overlap Option tab Set up: Basic setting like weed lines or driver options. 79 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL Advanced tab Set up applicative cutting job. Let's try to cut. Set somewhere around A3 size sheet sideways to the ValueCut. Refer to the ValueCut manual about how to load a sheet. 8.8 Cut the Character Execute cutting job in the Cut/Plot window with each of the tabs as follows: 1. Click on , then media size loaded to the ValueCut may appear. 2. Select "Send now" in the Send mode. 3. Select copies falling within the media size. This time, three sheets are applied. 1 2 3 80 V5a 2015 Jan

FlexiSTARTER Quick Start Guide 4. Place a check mark in "Weed border". 5. Click on , then the window may open. Select "Cut First" in and click on and close the window. 6. Click on to send cutting data to the ValueCut, then the cutting job may 4 5 6 81 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL 8.9 Create Date of the Contour Cut Line 8.9.1 Procedure of the cut contour The FlexiSTARTER ValueCut Edition allows you to read in and edit data created in the Adobe Illustrator or the CorelDRAW. This is the procedure of the cut contour using the sample data made for the FlexiSTARTER ValueCut Edition. Procedure: 1. Read in the design data made in the Illustrator or others by the FlexiSTARTER ValueCut Edition. 2. Extract the contour cut line from the data red in. 3. Place the contour cut mark that is ValueCut-readable around the contour cut line extracted. 4. Print the cutting data of the contour cut from the printer connected to the computer. 5. After loading the media printed, execute the cutting job from the FlexiSTARTER. 8.9.2 Read in the data of the Adobe Illustrator Select "Open" from the file menu in the FlexiSTARTER. Read in the sample data: "Airborne.ai." "Airborne.ai" is in these folders as follows: As in the 64bit OS C:¥Program Files (x86)¥Mutoh¥FlexiSTARTER ValueCut Edition¥Samples¥Illustrator As in the 32bit OS C:¥Program Files¥Mutoh¥FlexiSTARTER ValueCut Edition¥Samples¥Illustrator 82 V5a 2015 Jan

FlexiSTARTER Quick Start Guide 8.9.3 Create data of the contour cut line 1. Hover the mouse pointer over the whole image. 2. Select "Cut Contour" from the Effects menu. 3. Set up in the Design Central window as follows: a. Select "Contour" b. Make length from the object 5.0 mm. c. Click on to verify the contour. Fix the contour. 1 2 a b c 3 83 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL 8.9.4 Cut contour mark The FlexiSTARTER ValueCut Edition enables to add the cut contour mark for the ValueCut use to cutting data. There are three kinds of the cut mark for the ValueCut use. ・Mutoh 4 Point Positioning ・Mutoh Segment Positioning ・Mutoh Segment Cutting Three cut marks overview: Mutoh 4 Point Positioning Select it in the case of the standard cut. The ValueCut detects four reg. mark and makes the alignment. Mutoh Segment Positioning For the purpose of a long length plot cut, this Mutoh segment positioning prints the reg. marks at 50-centimeter intervals toward the same direction of the media feed. When the ValueCut cuts, detects all the marks and makes the alignment. In concord with data, cutting job is executed. Because a media moves back and forth to length of cutting data, the media sometimes happens to slip or jam. Mutoh Segment Cutting The ValueCut prints the same reg. marks as the Mutoh Segment Positioning and makes the alignment between the marks. When cutting job starts, the ValueCut feeds the media by 50 centimeters, then cuts it in sequence in the range of the media fed. It helps reduce a slip. Although it takes a while to cut a long length plot data, the Mutoh Segment Cutting is highly recommended when the accuracy is required. 84 V5a 2015 Jan

FlexiSTARTER Quick Start Guide 8.9.5 Create a cut contour mark In the aftermath of "8.9.3. Create data of the contour cut line" on the previous page, this is how to create a contour cut mark. 1. Select "Contour Cut Mark" from the Effects menu. “If "Contour Cut Mark" is not active from the Effect s menu, select the contour. 2. The contour cut mark may be created. Assign a kind of the mark from the Design Central window. This time, Mutoh 4 Point Positioning is applied. 3. Set up in the Design Central window as follows: a. Select "Mutoh 4 Point Positioning". b. Set up length from the object to the mark. Generally, leave "0". c. Set up copies longways. "1" is applied for this time. d. Set up copies widthways. "1" is applied, too. e. Set up a interval of the copies. It’s not necessary for this time. f. Click on to confirm the cut contour mark. 1 2 a b c d e f 85 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL 8.10 Cut Contour 8.10.1 Image Print Print on a printer registered in a computer from the FlexiSTARTER ValueCut Edition. Select "Print…" from the File menu and print cutting data of the cut contour. As to the printing procedure, refer to the printer manual you use. 8.10.2 Cut contour window Select "Cut Contour" from the File menu, then the Cut Contour window may open. It has three tabs. General tab  Set up:  Material size  Position Option tab  Set up a cutting of the ValueCut like the driver options. Advanced tab  Set up applicative cutting job. 86 V5a 2015 Jan

FlexiSTARTER Quick Start Guide 8.10.3 Cut Contour The basic setup is the same as the Cut/Plot window. The ValueCut executes to cut the contour in the following process. 1. Click on to detect and present media size attached to the ValueCut. 2. Select "Send now" in the Send mode blank. 3. Place the check mark in the Weed border. 4. Click on , then in the opened window select "Cut First". Click on to close the window. 5. Click on to send the ValueCut cutting data. Then, the cutting job may start. 1 3 4 5 2 87 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL 8.11 Feature List The following table is a feature lists of flexi each series. Please refer to the column of "FlexiSTARTER". Flexi SIGN-PRO Flexi SIGN Flexi STARTER Getting Started Navigator View ○ Repeat ○ ○ Working with Files Job Info ○ ○ Job Estimation ○ Templates ○ Using Design Editor Design Editor ○ ○ Arranging Objects Same Width / Same Height ○ Auto Serialize ○ Distribute ○ True Shape Nesting ○ Opt Clear Transform ○ Working with Color Eyedropper ○ ○ Modify Color Libraries ○ Measure Color ○ Create Duotone Swatch ○ Create CMYK Swatch ○ Create Current Palette Swatch ○ ○ Using Fill/Stroke Editor Patterns ○ Gradients ○ ○ Overprint ○ Working with Shapes Circle ○ ○ Fan ○ Arrow ○ Parametric Shape ○ Convert to Shape ○ Flexi SIGN-PRO Flexi SIGN Flexi STARTER Working with Text Text Block Size ○ Braille Opt Opt Barcode ○ Insert Symbol ○ Define Character ○ x Text Styles ○ x URW Font Support Opt Opt Working with Bitmaps Scanning ○ ○ Creating New Bitmaps ○ Rasterize ○ ○ Resample ○ Colormode ○ ○ Filters ○ Marquee ○ ○ Lasso ○ Magic Wand ○ Move ○ ○ Eraser ○ ○ Paintbrush ○ Pencil ○ BW Fill ○ BW Crop ○ Stamp ○ AutoTrace ○ ○ ColorTrace ○ Centerline Trace ○ ○ PictureCut ○ ○ 88 V5a 2015 Jan

FlexiSTARTER Quick Start Guide Flexi SIGN-PRO Flexi SIGN Flexi STARTER Working with Effects Fuse ○ ○ Separate Overlap ○ Stripe ○ ○ Blend ○ Lens ○ Underbase ○ Finisher ○ Color Trapping ○ ○ Graphic Styles ○ ○ Contour ○ ○ ○ Working with Measurements and Labels Dimensions / Labels ○ ○ Automatic Dimension ○ ○ Dimension to Page ○ ○ Configuring the System for Color Printing Color Settings ○ Soft Proof ○ Cutting your Design Cut/Plot ○ ○ ○ Printing your Design RIP and Print ○ CASmate Tracing Features Bezier Tracing ○ ○ Enhanced Curves Tracing ○ ○ Enhanced Corners Tracing ○ ○ Centerline Vectorization ○ ○ Color Vectorization ○ 89 V5a 2015 Jan

ValueCut USER MANUAL 8.12 Troubleshooting 8.12.1 Can not send the data from FlexiSTARTER Confirm the port setting of FlexiSTARTER. When you turn on the plotter after the FlexiSTARTER, you may not be able to send data to the plotter. Set the output port to "USB_Printer_0" again. Refer to the 8.4 Add Device by Using the Production Manager Check the length of the USB cable. Is the USB cable too long? Use the cable less than 3m. Check the setting of the serial port. Flexi and plotters have to match the communication setting. Check the Communications setup. Refer to the 8.4 Add Device by Using the Production Manager and 3.4 Menu Items 8.12.2 How to change the pen up speed Change the pen up speed with the Control Panel of the plotter. Refer to the 3.4 Menu Items. 90 V5a 2015 Jan

Appendix 9 Appendix 9.1 ValueCut Specification Model Number VC-600 VC-1300 VC-1800 Operational Method Roller-Type Max. Cutting Width 610mm (24in) 1320mm (52in) 1830mm(72in) Max. Cutting Length 50m (164ft) Max. Media Loading Width 770mm (30.3in) 1594mm(62.7in) 1900mm(74.8in) Min. Media Loading Width 50mm (1.97in) 300mm (11.8in) Number of Pinch Rollers 3 4 6 Acceptable Material Thickness 0.8mm (0.03in) Drive Motor DC Servo Control Cutting Force 5~600 g Max. Cutting Speed 1530 mm/sec (60ips / Diagonal) Acceleration 4.2 G (gravity) Offset 0~1.0 mm (with an increase of 0.025mm) Memory Buffer 4 MB Interfaces USB 2.0 (Full Speed) and Serial (RS-232C) Type of Command HP-GL, HP-GL/2 Mechanical Resolution 0.006mm Software Resolution 0.025 mm Distance Accuracy ±0.254 mm or ±0.1% of move, whichever is greater Repeatability ±0.1mm Control Panel LCD (20 digits x 2 lines), 14 Keys, 1 Power LED Power Supply AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz (auto switching) Power Consumption 251.8 watts Dimension (HxWxD) mm 414 * 930 * 490 1166 * 1754 * 667 750 * 2170 * 1160 (HxWxD) in 16.3 * 36.6 * 19.2 45.9 * 69.1 * 26.3 29.5 * 85.4 * 45.7 Net Weight 18 kg 50 kg 64 kg Stand Optional Standard Automatic Aligning System Completely Automatic Contour Cutting System for print to cut solution Media Basket Optional Standard Operation Environment Temperature 15℃~30℃/ 60°F~86°F Humidity 25% ~ 75%  The specification and data sheet may vary with different materials used. In order to obtain the best output quality, please maintain the machine regularly and properly.  Mutoh reserves the right to change the specifications at any time without notice.  The above listed specification values are effective only when operated with media certified by Mutoh. 91 V5a 2015 Jan

9.2 Blade Specification For cutting thick fluorescent and reflective vinyl. Also for cutting detailed work in standard vinyl. The blade is 45° with Red Cap(5-unit package), 0.25 mm offset For cutting reflective vinyl, cardboard, sandblast, flock, and stencil sharp edge. The blade is 60° with Green Cap, 0.50 mm blade offset For cutting thin sandblast mask and stencil with friction feed or sprocket feed machine. The blade is 60° with Blue Cap, 0.25 mm blade offset For Cutting small text and fine detail. Sharp blade with smallest offset. The blade is 42° with Black Cap, 0.175 mm blade offset For thin and delicate media such as window tint The blade is 25° with Yellow Cap(5-unit package), 0.25 mm blade offset 92 V5a 2015 Jan

Appendix 9.3 About the Tool A generic term referring to the blade that cuts the sheet, the pen that does plotting, and the LED bombsight (option) used for pointing to the reference point. OFFSET is the distance that the blade tip is displaced from the centerline of the blade. Protrusion Length of the Blade Length of protrusion = t1 + t 2/ 2, but for your convenience you may just make it about 0.3mm ~ 0.5mm beyond the blade holder tip. Blade Central line Blade tip Offset Thickness of the media(t1) Protrusion length of the blade Thickness of the base paper(t2) 93 V5a 2015 Jan

9.4 Consumable and Optional Item List Consumable Items Part Number Item Name VC-CHD Cutting Blade Holder VC-CBRE5 Cutting Blade Red Cap (45° 0.25）(5pcs/box) VC-CBGR1 Cutting Blade Green Cap (60° 0.5）(1pce/box) VC-CBBU1 Cutting Blade Blue Cap (60° 0.25)(1pce/box) VC-CBBK1 Cutting Blade Black Cap (42° 0.175)(1pce/box) VC-CBYE5 Cutting Blade Yellow Cap (25° 0.25)(5pcs/box) PSGB-BK Pressurized Ballpoint Pen VC-CMAT Cutting Pad (W6mm*L10m) VC-PT Pouncing Tool assembly (Diameter: 1.5mm) VC-PMAT Pouncing Pad(L=1.5m) VC-TW Tweezers(L=11cm W=0.85cm ) VC-SB Safe Blade Optional Items Part Number Item Name VC-STD600 Stand for VC-600 (with Basket) VC-TBL Add-on flat table for VC-600 94 V5a 2015 Jan

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