Roland CX-400 User Manual

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Roland CX-400 Specifications

General

Brand	Roland
Model	CX-400
Category	Plotter
Language	English

Summary

Checking Supplied Items

Part Names and Functions

2-1 Front View

Identifies components visible from the front of the cutting machine.

2-2 Rear View

Identifies components visible from the rear of the cutting machine.

2-3 Operation Panel

Details the function of each key and the display on the control panel.

Setup

3-1 Setting Up

Provides instructions and precautions for setting up the unit on a stand.

3-2 Connection

Explains how to connect the unit to a power source and computer via cables.

3-3 Turning on the Power

Instructs on how to power on the unit using the switch.

3-4 Installing and Setting Up the Driver

Guides on installing the necessary software driver from the CD-ROM.

Basic Operation

4-1 Loading the Material (Roll Material)

Details the procedure and precautions for loading roll material onto the machine.

4-2 Installing a Blade

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing a cutting blade into the holder.

4-3 Adjusting the Blade Force and Cutting Speed

Guides on adjusting blade force and cutting speed for optimal results.

4-4 Setting the Origin Point

Explains how to set the starting point for cutting operations.

4-5 Starting Cutting

Covers the process of initiating a cutting job after setup.

4-6 When Cutting is Completed

Details the steps to follow after a cutting job is finished.

Advanced Operation

5-1 Detailed Cutting-condition Settings

Guides on fine-tuning various cutting parameters for specific materials.

Adjusting the Blade Extension

Guides on adjusting the blade extension for precise cutting.

Adjusting the Blade Offset

Explains how to adjust the blade offset for accurate cuts.

Changing the Speed When Raised (Up Speed)

Details how to adjust the upward movement speed of the tool carriage.

Settings for Cutting Quality

Allows selection between speed and quality priorities for cutting.

5-2 Details of the Origin-point Location and Cutting Area

Describes how the origin point is set based on material selection.

Coordinate Rotation Settings

Explains how to rotate cutting coordinates by 90 degrees.

5-3 To Perform Lengthy Cutting

Provides instructions for performing long cutting jobs, including material handling.

5-4 Loading Flat Material (Standard-size Material, Cut Material, Etc.)

Details the process of loading flat materials.

5-5 Repeating the Same Cutting

Explains how to create multiple copies of the same cut data.

5-6 Front Loading

Guides on using the front-loading feature, including installing the hanger and loading material.

5-7 The Overcut Feature

Provides steps to enable the overcut feature for sharp corners.

5-8 The Preset Feature

Details how to save and recall cutting condition presets.

5-9 The Crop Mark Feature

Explains how to set crop marks for accurate cutting around printed graphics.

About the Blades and Materials

6-1 Blade and Material Combinations

Lists recommended cutting conditions and blade lifespan for various materials.

6-2 About Special Materials

Discusses handling special materials like stencils and those with sprocket holes.

Descriptions of Features

7-1 Key Operations

Explains the functions of direct keys and menu mode operations.

7-2 Display Menus Flowchart

Provides a visual flowchart of the machine's menu structure and operations.

7-3 List of Functions

Lists all control keys and their corresponding functions, ranges, and defaults.

Maintenance

8-1 Cleaning

Provides instructions for cleaning various parts of the machine.

8-2 Consumable Items

Lists consumable parts like blades and blade holders and when to replace them.

8-3 How to Replace the Separating Knife

Details the procedure for replacing the separating knife.

If There Is a Problem

9-1 Self-test Operation Check

Explains how to perform a self-test to verify machine operation.

9-2 What to do if...

Offers troubleshooting advice for common operational issues and error messages.

9-3 Error Messages

Lists and explains common error messages displayed by the unit.

Specifications

10-1 Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for the CX-500, CX-400, and CX-300 models.

10-2 Interface Specifications

Details the parallel and USB interface specifications and pinouts.

10-3 Instruction Support Chart

Lists supported instructions for different operational modes.