US Cutter Copam User Manual

US Cutter Copam Specifications

General

Brand	US Cutter
Model	Copam
Category	Cutter
Language	English

Summary

Cutter Component Overview

Front View

Overview of the cutter's front components and their labels.

Detail of Carriage Arm

Detailed illustration and explanation of the blade carriage mechanism.

Right Side View

Diagram showing the cutter's side panel ports and power switch.

Back View of Pinch Rollers

Illustration of the cutter's rear pinch roller assembly.

Pinch Roller Tension Adjustment

Explanation of how to adjust pinch roller tension using levers and screws.

Control Panel Navigation and Settings

Measure Screen Operation

How to select media type and initiate material measurement on the cutter.

Paper Size Screen Display

Display of cuttable area dimensions after material measurement.

Function Select Screen Options

Accessing measurement, setup, test cuts, and repeat cuts from the main menu.

Setup Screen Adjustments

Modifying speed, force, and blade offset settings for optimal cutting.

Jog Screen for Positioning

Moving the cutter head and material to set a new starting origin.

Pause Screen Functions

Options to pause, resume, setup, or abort a current cutting job.

Setting Up the USCutter

Selecting a Suitable Location

Factors to consider for placing the cutter for optimal performance and stability.

Connecting the Cutter to a Computer

Instructions for connecting the cutter via serial, parallel, or USB cables.

Installing SignBlazer Software

Step-by-step guide to install the SignBlazer cutting software on your computer.

Installing SignCut and Inkscape Software

Procedure for installing SignCut and the recommended Inkscape design software.

Blade Management Procedures

Installing a New Blade

Step-by-step visual guide for properly installing a new cutting blade.

Replacing a Worn Blade

How to safely remove an old blade and install a new one.

Pen Carriage Installation

Installing the Optional Pen Carriage

Guide for attaching the pen carriage for drawing test patterns.

Preparing for Cutting Operations

Loading Media and Releasing Rollers

Steps for placing media rolls and releasing pinch rollers.

Feeding and Adjusting Pinch Rollers

Guiding media and positioning pinch rollers correctly on the material.

Engaging Rollers and Initial Measurement

Securing media with pinch rollers and initiating the measure screen.

Setting the Cut Starting Position

Using the Jog screen to define the origin point for cutting.

Software Workflow and Cutting

Starting SignBlazer for First Use

Initial launch and update process for the SignBlazer software.

Making a Simple Cut in SignBlazer

Creating and sending a basic shape for cutting using SignBlazer tools.

Importing Designs into SignBlazer

Importing various image file types for cutting.

Converting Raster to Vector in SignBlazer

Transforming raster images into vector paths for precise cutting.

Starting SignCut and Inkscape

Initial setup and launch of SignCut and Inkscape software.

Design and Cutting with Inkscape/SignCut

Creating a Simple Design in Inkscape

Step-by-step guide to drawing a basic shape in Inkscape.

Cutting a Simple Design in SignCut

Sending an Inkscape design file to the cutter via SignCut.

Converting Raster to Vector in Inkscape

Using Inkscape's trace feature to convert raster images to vector paths.

Technical Specifications

USCutter CP-Series Cutter Specifications

Detailed technical data including dimensions, speed, power, and interface.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Cutter Communication and Responsiveness

Solutions for when the cutter does not respond to the computer or software.

Cutting Quality and Consistency Problems

Addressing issues like jagged cuts, slashes, or inconsistent results.

Power, Measurement, and Update Errors

Troubleshooting plotter power, media measurement, and software update problems.