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Lisa WarrenAug 25, 2025
How to fix tilted media on GRAPHTEC FC8600-130 Plotter?
- CCourtney GuzmanAug 25, 2025
If the Graphtec Plotter media travels tilted, it could be that the media is loaded tilted. Reload the media.
How to fix tilted media on GRAPHTEC FC8600-130 Plotter?
If the Graphtec Plotter media travels tilted, it could be that the media is loaded tilted. Reload the media.
How to resolve scan errors with registration marks on GRAPHTEC FC8600-130?
If registration marks cannot be scanned properly on your Graphtec Plotter because of scan errors, and there are smears within the scanning area, remove the smears.
How to adjust quality settings to prevent media curling on GRAPHTEC FC8600-130 Plotter?
If the Graphtec Plotter media curls up at the corners and fine cut characters peel off, and the QUALITY setting is too high, lower the QUALITY setting.
How to fix blade skipping issues on GRAPHTEC Plotter?
If the Graphtec Plotter blade skips and does not completely cut lines that should be solid, and straight cut lines seem to wobble, and the blade is extended too far, adjust the blade length.
What to do if GRAPHTEC FC8600-130 Plotter keeps dropping media?
If the Graphtec Plotter drops the media while detecting, the media sensor may be defective. Contact your sales representative or the Graphtec call center. Set the media sensor to DISABLED to use the plotter temporarily.
What to do if my GRAPHTEC Plotter stops with 'POSITION ALARM'?
If the Graphtec Plotter stops with "POSITION ALARM" during initialization or cutting, the pen carriage might be hitting something. Remove any object that is disturbing the operation, then turn the plotter off and on again.
Why is my GRAPHTEC Plotter cutting off center?
If your GRAPHTEC Plotter is cutting with the origin point shifting to the center of the media, it could be that the data was created with the lower-left origin point, but the plotter is set with the center origin point. Reset the origin point to the center on the application software, or reset the origin point of the plotter to the lower left.
Why does my GRAPHTEC Plotter show 'POSITION ALARM' during cutting?
If the Graphtec Plotter stops with "POSITION ALARM" during initialization or cutting, it could be due to external force applied to the pen carriage while cutting. Remove the object disturbing the operation, and then turn the plotter off and on again.
How to fix registration mark scan errors on GRAPHTEC Plotter?
If registration marks cannot be scanned properly on your Graphtec Plotter because of scan errors, and the registration mark lines are thin, set the registration mark lines to 0.3 to 1.0mm.
Why does the media travel tilted on my GRAPHTEC Plotter?
If the Graphtec Plotter media travels tilted, it might be that the media is slipping. Perform pre-feed once to make an impression and make it harder to slip.
Highlights the sharpness of blades and pens, and the need for careful handling to prevent injury.
Covers cutter pen nomenclature, structure, and blade length adjustment for optimal cutting.
Explains the process for loading roll and sheet media using rear or front loading methods.
Covers setting and managing tool conditions like force, speed, quality, and offset for different media.
Guides on performing test cuts to optimize cutting parameters and confirm results before actual cutting.
Details how to set the cutting origin point at any location on the media for precise starting positions.
Explains the cross-cut function for cutting off media, manually or automatically, and adjusting cross-cut force.
Explains the COPY function to cut multiple copies of data stored in the buffer memory.
Introduces ARMS, its function for scanning registration marks, and its accuracy specifications.
Covers configuring ARMS settings like scan mode, mark type, distance, sensor level, and testing.
Explains methods to adjust cutting position using ARMS based on 2, 3, or 4 registration marks for precision.
Details the procedure for automatic registration mark scanning and position adjustment via ARMS.
Describes the manual process for adjusting position by moving the tool to scan registration marks.
Provides methods for manual position adjustment, including axis alignment and light pointer usage.
Explains Tangential Mode for precise corner cutting, including overcut settings and control methods.
Explains how to correct length deviations by specifying a percentage-based DISTANCE ADJUST value.
Allows setting perforated or solid cut lines, with options for user-defined patterns and UP MODE.
Enhances cutting efficiency by sorting data (area or tool) to minimize media movement and tool exchange.
Covers configuration of USB, Network (LAN), and RS-232C interfaces for plotter communication.
Outlines routine cleaning and care for the plotter's components, including casing, mat, and sensors.
Details the step-by-step process for replacing the cutter blade in the cutter pen for optimal cutting.
Explains how to replace the cross cut unit, emphasizing safety due to the sharp blade.
Addresses issues where the plotter does not turn on or respond, listing symptoms, causes, and solutions.
Provides troubleshooting steps for common operational errors like media handling, carriage movement, and origin point issues.
Offers solutions for problems related to scanning registration marks, such as thin lines, smears, or media issues.
Lists causes and solutions for unsatisfactory cutting outcomes, including blade, offset, speed, and force settings.
Details error messages specific to GP-GL command mode, their causes, and how to resolve them.
Lists HP-GL command mode error messages, common causes related to software/interface configuration, and solutions.
Provides a reference for ARMS-related error messages, their causes, and corrective actions.
Guides on performing a self-diagnostic test on sensors and switches immediately after powering on the plotter.
Details how to access and view stored error messages for troubleshooting purposes.
Details how to adjust tool offset values to compensate for cutting differences between multiple tools.
Lists key technical specifications for the FC8600 series plotters, including dimensions, speed, and power requirements.
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