GRAPHTEC FC9000 Series - Application of Barcode Cutting (Continuous Operation)

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14.3
Application of barcode cutting (continuous
operation)
This section describes how to print and cut with the data link function of cutting plotter after creating roll media
barcode in dedicated application.
The procedure to receive the data matching roll media barcode from the personal computer.
By using roll media barcode, multiple designs printed on one roll media can be printed and cut consecutively.
Refer to the following depending on the application to be used.
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Graphtec Pro Studio / Cutting Master 4
Step 1: Create design data for printing and cutting.
Step 2: Add barcode data.
Step 3: Print design data.
Step 4: Save cutting data in data link server.
Step 5: Start data link server.
Step 6: Set up cutting plotter.
Step 7: Cut the printed media.
Supplement
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Graphtec Studio does not have a barcode (continuous operation) function.
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In continuous operation, even if paper feed command and cross cut command are included in the data, it becomes invalid.
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When using a basket, please do not let the media protrude from the basket.
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When doing continuous operation, load the roll media without making slack of the medium at the back of the machine.
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It cannot be used when connecting via RS-232C interface.
Graphtec Pro Studio
Step 1: Create design data for printing and cutting.
See "14.1 Basic operation of printing and cutting" to create design for printing and cutting.
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Supplement
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Before creating design, select the printer driver to be used for printing in advance.
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Create only design for printing and design for cutting. Then create registration marks and barcode in the next procedure.