MUTOH Kona - EPOS Test Cuts; EPOS Alignment Verification

User’s Guide Kona cutting plotter
Finetuning your cutter
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5.2.2 EPOS test cuts
To be able to contour cut, an Epos® feature has been incorporated. This feature will search
for the reference box and measure the position of the design(s). When you establish some
miscalculations during contour cutting, it is recommended to perform the test cuts described
below. After these test, everything should be all right. If not, please contact an authorized
Mutoh technician.
EPOS alignment verification
For this routine, there is need of the EPOS test sheet and Mutoh CutServer. As well the
source file of this sheet as the installation program of the Mutoh CutServer can be found on
the getting started CD of the Kona. This sheet will enable you to calibrate your Kona Epos®
Electronic Positioning System for full automatic contour cutting. Verify the EPOS alignment as
follows:
Step 1: Print the test sheet on vinyl observing the original size of the sheet (scale of 100%)
Step 2: Install a knife or pen.
Step 3: Power ON the cutter.
Step 4: Set the tool you have loaded.
Refer to Tool on page84
Step 5: Load the media.
Refer to Loading sheet media on page51
Step 6: Load the test sheet just printed.
Refer to Loading sheet media on page51
Step 7: Lower the pressure rollers.
Step 8: Set the tool force and speed accordingly.
Refer to Velocity on page77
Refer to Force on page82
Step 9: Start the Mutoh CutServer and make connection with the Kona.
Step 10: Go to the contour cutting menu and select single frame or use the Go button of the
CutServer.
Refer to Contour cut on page115
Step 11: Start the contour cutting routine by pressing the play button.