Why does my GRAPHTEC Plotter tool move up and down so much?
If your Graphtec Plotter has too many tool up and down movements, the setting for the tangential mode is set to ON. Turn OFF the setting for the tangential mode unless you are cutting thick media.
How to fix tilted media on GRAPHTEC FC8600-160 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 Plotter?
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 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.
Why are corners rounded/sharp on my GRAPHTEC FC8600-160 Plotter cuts?
If the Graphtec Plotter corners are rounded or too sharp, the blade and OFFSET do not match. Change the OFFSET. Increase the OFFSET if it is rounded, and decrease the OFFSET if it is too sharp.
Why does my GRAPHTEC FC8600-160 cut crooked lines?
If the Graphtec Plotter cut line starts out crooked, the blade mounted in the tool holder does not rotate smoothly. Remove any foreign matter inside the holder.
Why is my GRAPHTEC Plotter blade skipping?
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 cutting speed is too high, lower the speed setting.
Why does my GRAPHTEC FC8600-160 say 'LOAD MEDIA!' when media is loaded?
If your Graphtec Plotter displays "LOAD MEDIA!" even if the media is set and the media set lever is moved up, it may be because the media is close to transparent, causing the media sensor to make a false recognition. Transparent media cannot be detected. Disable the media sensor and set the cut area when using this kind of media.
What to do if GRAPHTEC Plotter registration marks cannot be scanned?
If registration marks cannot be scanned properly on your Graphtec Plotter because of scan errors, and the cutting media is floating, press down the cutting media.
What causes 'POSITION ALARM' on my GRAPHTEC FC8600-160?
If the Graphtec Plotter stops with "POSITION ALARM" during initialization or cutting, it may be caused by movement being disturbed by media chaff in the operation area. Remove the object disturbing the operation, and turn the plotter on again after turning it off.
Details the meaning and purpose of various safety symbols used in the manual.
Identifies and describes the main components and parts of the plotter.
Provides instructions for assembling the plotter, including the stand and basket.
Details the process of connecting the plotter to a computer using USB, LAN, or RS-232C interfaces.
Details the nomenclature, structure, and blade length adjustment of cutter pens.
Explains the procedure for mounting tools like cutter pens or plotter pens into the tool holder.
Guides users on how to load various types of media, including roll and sheet media.
Describes how to correctly position the push rollers to ensure proper media feeding and alignment.
Outlines the steps required to safely power on the plotter.
Enables setting and switching between different tool conditions for various media types.
Guides users on performing test cuts to optimize cutting parameters for specific media.
Explains how to set the starting point for cutting operations at any desired location.
Describes how to pause or stop the cutting operation and resume or quit it.
Duplicates specified cutting data stored in the buffer memory for multiple copies.
Explains the ARMS system for scanning registration marks using sensors for precise cutting.
Covers the necessary settings and adjustments for ARMS to scan registration marks correctly.
Sets the MARK SCAN mode to ARMS and selects the number of registration points (2, 3, or 4).
Adjusts cutting based on differences between scanned registration marks and original data.
Sets the axis origin offset, defining the distance between the cutting origin and registration mark.
Automatically adjusts the sensor scan level for registration mark detection based on media characteristics.
Allows manual adjustment of the sensor threshold value for mark detection in NORMAL mode.
Allows manual adjustment of the sensor threshold value for mark detection in ISM mode.
Tests the registration mark sensor to check for plotting and detection issues.
Adjusts coordinate values to match the scanned registration mark position with the cutting position.
Enables automatic detection of registration marks when the tool is near the first mark.
Adjusts the cutting position using ARMS based on the number of scanned registration marks.
Adjusts position using two registration marks, measuring tilt and distance.
Adjusts position using three registration marks for 2-axis tilt and distance measurement.
Adjusts position using four registration marks for warp and tilt correction, offering higher precision.
Automatically adjusts the cutting position by scanning registration marks.
Manually adjusts the cutting position by scanning registration marks via tool carriage movement.
Details the procedure for manually adjusting the plotter's position using specific marks.
Guides users through the process of safely replacing a dull or damaged cutter blade.
Addresses issues where the plotter fails to power on or respond.
Provides solutions for common operational problems and errors encountered during use.
Offers troubleshooting steps for errors related to scanning registration marks.
Helps diagnose and resolve issues leading to poor cutting quality or results.
Explains error codes and messages specific to GP-GL command mode.
Details error codes and messages related to HP-GL command mode operations.
Lists and explains error messages encountered when using the ARMS system.
Performs a self-diagnostic test to check sensors and switches for proper operation.
Adjusts cutting offsets between different tools (e.g., tool 1 and 2) to compensate for differences.
Lists the key technical specifications of the FC8600 series plotters.
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