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MIMAKI CG-160FXII User Manual

MIMAKI CG-160FXII
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D201812-12
OPERATION MANUAL
MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD.
URL: http: // www.mimaki. co. jp/
CUTTING PLOTTER
CG-FXII Series

Table of Contents

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MIMAKI CG-160FXII Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCutting Plotter
Repeatability±0.1 mm
Maximum Cutting Speed1000 mm/s
Maximum Cutting Force500 gf
InterfaceUSB
Media Thickness0.1 - 0.5 mm
Media TypeVinyl, Paper, etc.
Power SupplyAC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Operating Temperature35 °C
Operating Humidity35 - 75 % RH (Non-condensing)

Summary

Foreword

On This Operation manual

Explains the manual's content and how to use it for easy understanding.

Features

Photo electric eye

High accuracy mark-detection sensor for automatic reading, compensation, and gradient adjustment.

Roll Sheet Stopper Function

Newly developed roll stopper for setting wide roll paper without sagging.

Two Clamp Pressure Modes Change Over Mechanism

Mechanism for two clamp pressure modes to widen applicable sheet size limits.

New Cutter Holder

Cutter holder with a capped tip allowing tip protrusion adjustment.

Front Loading Capability

Ability to cut roll sheets by arranging front loading by installing roll table.

Roll sheet settable up to 6 rolls

Up to 6 roll tables can be attached to the leg assembly.

Plug-in cutting software (FineCut) attached

Software for finely cutting characters or illustrations edited in Illustrator.

Automatic Sheet Cutting Function

Enables automatic cutting of roll sheets or leaf sheets.

For safe operation

Pictorial signs

Symbols used in the manual to indicate safety precautions and warnings for operation.

Never Do the Following

Lists critical actions to avoid, such as disassembling or using in damp places.

Precautions in installation

Guidelines for selecting a suitable installation environment to prevent damage or malfunction.

Precautions in use

Important safety instructions to follow during the operation and use of the device.

Safety labels

Information on safety labels adhered to the device to inform users of possible risks.

CHAPTER 1 Before Use

Checking the accessories

Verifies all supplied accessories are present and in good condition before initial setup.

Configuration and function

Details the device's parts, their functions, and how they are configured.

The Front

Identification and function of the front-facing components of the cutting plotter.

The Rear

Identification and function of the rear-facing components of the cutting plotter.

Operation Panel

Explains the display panel and all the keys on the operation panel.

Carriage

Describes the carriage where the tool holder and sensors are attached.

Pinch rollers and grit rollers

Explains the function and positioning of pinch rollers and grit rollers for sheet feeding.

Scale seal

How to use the scale seal for measuring a leaf sheet.

Connecting the cables

Instructions for connecting interface and power cables for device operation.

Menu mode

Explains the different operating modes of the device (NOT-READY, LOCAL, REMOTE, FUNCTION).

CHAPTER 2 Basic Operations

Operation

Outlines the sequence of operations from power-on to cutting completion.

Attach a tool

Procedure for attaching various tools like cutters and pens to the plotter.

Adjusting the blade tip of the cutter

How to adjust the cutter blade protrusion for optimal cutting performance.

Attaching a tool

Step-by-step guide for mounting tools into the tool holder.

Turining the power on

Step-by-step guide to correctly power on the device and check its status.

Tool conditions setting

Setting up cutting, plotting, and pouncing parameters for different tools.

Cut conditions (CT1, CT2, CT3, CT4, CT5) settings

Details how to set speed, pressure, and offset for cutter tools.

Loading a sheet of media

Instructions on how to load various types of sheets (cut, roll) onto the plotter.

Sheet detection

Explains how the device detects sheet width and length using various methods.

Execute test cutting (plotting)

How to perform a test cut to verify tool configuration and settings.

Starting cutting (plotting)

Procedures for setting the origin and starting the cutting or plotting process.

Setting an origin

How to define the starting point (origin) for cutting data.

CHAPTER 3 Function

Functions invoked with the jog mode (jog keys)

Explains functions accessible via jog keys and their operating instructions.

Functions invoked with the specific keys

Details functions accessed via specific keys and their operation.

Set the distance compensation [TOOL]

Adjusting compensation values for cutting length errors due to sheet thickness.

Functions

Describes various functions and their operating procedures.

Check the sensor for the registration mark detection [MARK sensor]

Procedures to check the registration mark sensor's functionality.

Correct the light pointer position [MARK SENSOR]

Adjusts the light pointer position to ensure accurate registration mark detection.

Alignment of MARK SENSOR

Adjusts cutter offset and mark sensor alignment for precise registration mark reading.

Examine the cut error [SAMPLE CUT]

Cuts sample data to diagnose and investigate cutting errors.

Set the operation of the registration mark detection [MARK DETECT]

Configures settings for automatic registration mark detection.

Divide a large data before cutting [DIVISION CUT]

Divides large data that exceeds sheet width for appropriate cutting.

Perform cutting with a dotted line [HALF CUT]

Cuts data in broken lines, leaving parts of the sheet uncut.

Change the cutting (plotting) order [SORTING]

Re-arranges cutting data pieces for optimal cutting order.

Set the configurations with a computer [INTERFACE]

Configures communication settings for RS-232C interface and USB.

In use of the undetectable sheet [SHEET sensor]

Handles sheets that the sheet sensor cannot detect by disabling the sensor function.

Reset the setting values [SETUP RESET]

Initializes all settings and parameters to their default values.

CHAPTER 4 In Case Of Trouble

Before taking a phenomenon as a trouble

Lists common phenomena and their remedies for troubleshooting.

Trouble for which error messages are given on the LCD

Details error messages, their causes, and recommended corrective actions.

CHAPTER 5 Appendix

Specifications of the main unit

Provides detailed technical specifications for the device models.

Repeatability condition

Outlines conditions and settings required to achieve optimal repeatability.

Cutter blade

Information on cutter blades, including replacement and adjustment procedures.

Replacing the cutter blade

Step-by-step guide for replacing a dull or damaged cutter blade.

Adjusting the cutter blade

How to adjust the protruding amount of the cutter blade.

Sheet setting

A memo sheet for noting sheet types and associated distance correction values.

Function Flowchart

Visual flowcharts illustrating functions invoked with specific keys.

Functions invoked with the specific keys

Flowcharts for functions accessed via specific keys.

Functions invoked with the jog mode (jog keys)

Flowcharts for functions accessed via jog keys.