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GRAPHTEC CE-3000-120 AP User Manual

GRAPHTEC CE-3000-120 AP
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CE3000-120AP
CUTTING PLOTTER

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GRAPHTEC CE-3000-120 AP Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGRAPHTEC
ModelCE-3000-120 AP
CategoryPlotter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

To Ensure Safe and Correct Use

Conventions Used in This Manual

Explains safety precaution categories and symbols used in the manual.

Description of Safety Symbols

Details the meaning of safety symbols like Danger, Warning, and Caution.

Safety Precautions

Handling Abnormal Operation

Instructions for when the plotter generates smoke, overheats, or emits odors.

Electrical Safety

Emphasizes grounding the earth terminal and using correct power supplies.

Safety Precautions

Power Cord and Plug Safety

Advice on using undamaged power cords and keeping plugs clean.

Moving Parts Safety

Warnings about touching moving parts like the carriage and rollers.

Cutter Blade Handling

Cautionary advice for safely handling the cutter blade.

Safety Precautions

Environmental Precautions

Guidelines for avoiding direct sunlight, dust, humidity, and vibrations.

Fluid and Foreign Matter Hazards

Warnings about placing liquids on the plotter or if fluids enter the unit.

Cable Disconnection Safety

Proper procedure for disconnecting power and interface cables.

Safety Precautions

Lubrication and Cleaning Precautions

Guidance on not lubricating mechanisms and avoiding volatile solvents for cleaning.

Operational Space and Lighting

Importance of sufficient space and proper lighting for operation.

Cutter Blade Extension and Pen Carriage Movement

Precautions for cutter blade extension and manual pen carriage movement.

Selecting a Power Cable

Preface

Notes on this Manual

Details about reproduction, changes, and liability concerning the manual's content.

Registered Trademarks

Lists trademarks and logos appearing in the manual.

CHAPTER 1 Introduction

1.1 Checking the Accessories

Guide to verify all standard accessories are present upon unboxing.

1.2 Parts Names and Functions

Identifies and explains the function of various parts of the cutting plotter.

1.3 Assembling the Stand

Step-by-step instructions for assembling the cutting plotter stand and basket.

CHAPTER 2 Setting up The Cutter Plotter

2.1 Connecting to Your Computer

Instructions for connecting the cutting plotter to a computer via various ports.

2.2 Turning on the Power

Procedure for connecting the power cord and turning on the cutting plotter.

2.3 Loading the Medium

Detailed steps for loading roll and sheet media, including roller alignment.

2.4 Adjusting and Mounting the Cutter Pen

Guidance on selecting, replacing, and adjusting cutter blades and mounting pens.

2.5 Mounting the Pen

Instructions for mounting a pen in the pen station.

CHAPTER 3 Basic Settings and Operations

3.1 Setting the Cutter-Pen Conditions

How to set optimal cutting conditions like TOOL, OFFSET, FORCE, SPEED, and QUALITY.

3.2 Displaying the Effective Cutting Area

How to view the current effective cutting area on the plotter.

3.3 Moving the Pen

Instructions for manually moving the pen carriage and feeding the medium.

3.4 Setting the Initial Cutting Position (Origin Point)

Procedure for setting the starting point for cutting or plotting.

3.5 Stop Function

How to pause, resume, or abort cutting/plotting operations.

3.6 Moving the Pen Carriage in +100 mm Steps

Method for moving the pen carriage in 100 mm increments along axes.

3.7 Test Cutting

Performing test cuts to verify and adjust cutting conditions.

CHAPTER 4 Function Settings and Operations

4.1 PAUSE Menu List

Overview of the PAUSE menu options for various settings.

4.2 Clearing the Buffer Memory

How to delete sent data to abort cutting or plotting.

4.4 Blade Wear Detection

Function for monitoring cutter blade usage and indicating replacement needs.

4.7 Setting TANGENTIAL Mode

Adjusting settings for cutting thick media to improve corner sharpness.

4.13 Aligning the Coordinate Axes

Compensating for offsets or angular deviations in loaded media.

4.14 Setting the Cutting/Plotting Area

Specifying the active area to prevent cutting/plotting outside boundaries.

4.19 Setting the OFFSET FORCE (Initial Cutting Force)

Adjusting initial cutting force for thick media penetration.

4.28 Setting the Format of Data to be Received

Configuring command modes like GP-GL and HP-GL for data reception.

4.33 TEST Mode

Utilizing modes like Condition-List, Self-Test, Dump, and Cutting Demo.

CHAPTER 5 Setting and Using the Special Functions

5.1 Description of Special Functions A

Explains special functions for specific situations, like command handling and pen movement.

5.2 Setting Special Functions A

How to configure the Special Functions A settings.

5.3 Description of Special Functions B

Describes the display language setting function.

5.4 Setting Special Functions B

How to change the display language.

CHAPTER 6 Troubleshooting

6.1 The Cutting Plotter Does Not Operate When Turned On

Diagnosing issues when the plotter does not power on.

6.2 The Cutting Plotter Does Not Operate Correctly

Troubleshooting common operational errors and symptoms.

6.3 The Cutting Results Are Unsatisfactory

Identifying causes and solutions for poor cutting quality.

6.4 An Error Message Was Displayed

Explains common error messages and their solutions.

Appendix

Appendix A Main Specifications

Lists the technical specifications of the cutting plotter.

Appendix B Options and Supplies

Details available accessories and consumables for the plotter.

Appendix C External Dimensions

Provides physical dimensions of the cutting plotter.

Appendix D Menu Tree

Visual representation of the plotter's menu structure.

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