USER'S MANUAL Thank you very much for purchasing this product. ➢ To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product's performance, please be sure to read through this manual completely and store it in a safe location. ➢ Unauthorized copying or transferral, in whole or in part, of this manual is prohibited. ➢ The contents of this operation manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Contents To Ensure Safe Use ....................................................................................................................... 3 Pour utiliser en toute sécurité .................................................................................................... 6 Important Notes on Handling and Use ........................................................................................... 10 About the Documentation ........................................................................
Contents Chapter 5: Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 57 5-1 Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................. 58 5-2 Replacing the Blade .............................................................................................................................................
To Ensure Safe Use Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property. Points which must be observed to prevent such injury or damage are described as follows. About WARNING and WARNING CAUTION Notices Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.
To Ensure Safe Use Danger of electrical short, shock, electrocution, or fire WARNING Do not use with any electrical power supply that does not meet the ratings displayed on the AC adapter. Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution. Do not use with any power supply other than the dedicated AC adapter. Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution. Never operate the machine or insert or remove its power plug with wet hands.
To Ensure Safe Use Warning Labels Warning labels are affixed to make areas of danger immediately clear. The meanings of these labels are as follows. Be sure to heed their warnings. Also, never remove the labels or allow them to become obscured. Caution: Moving Carriage The cutting carriage moves at high speed and pose a hazard. Keep your hands away from the blade protector.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité La manipulation ou l'utilisation inadéquates de cet appareil peuvent causer des blessures ou des dommages matériels. Les précautions à prendre pour prévenir les blessures ou les dommages sont décrites ci-dessous. Avis sur les avertissements ATTENTION Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de décès ou de blessure grave en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité PRUDENCE Ne pas approcher les mains de la protection de la lame lorsque le chariot de coupe se déplace. Il est possible de se blesser. Installer sur une surface stable. Sinon, l'appareil risque de se renverser et de causer des blessures. Risque de décharge ou de choc électrique, d'électrocution ou d'incendie ATTENTION Ne pas utiliser avec une source d'alimentation électrique non conforme à la norme indiquée sur l'adaptateur AC.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité ATTENTION Ne pas utiliser avec un adaptateur, un fil ou une fiche endommagés; ne pas brancher dans une prise mal fixée. Négliger de suivre cette consigne risque de provoquer un incendie ou de causer une décharge électrique ou une électrocution. Pour débrancher l'appareil, saisir la fiche et non le fil électrique. Tirer sur le fil peut l'endommager, ce qui risque de provoquer un incendie ou de causer une décharge électrique ou une électrocution.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité Vignettes d'avertissement Des vignettes d'avertissement sont apposées pour qu'il soit facile de repérer les zones dangereuses. La signification des vignettes est donnée ci-dessous. Respecter les avertissements. Ne jamais retirer les vignettes et ne pas les laisser s'encrasser. Attention : Chariot mobile Le chariot de coupe se déplace très rapidement et peut être dangereux. Ne pas approcher les mains.
Important Notes on Handling and Use This machine is a precision device. To ensure the full performance of this machine, be sure to observe the following important points. Failure to observe these may not only result in loss of performance, but may also cause malfunction or breakdown. Main Unit This Machine Is a Precision Device ➢Handle carefully, and never subject the machine to impact or excessive force.
About the Documentation Included Documentation The following documentation is included with the machine. Printed Document GX-24 User's Manual (This document) This describes how to install and set up the machine, basic cutting operations, and other such matters. Online Help (Manuals in Electronic Format) These describe how to use the programs, drivers, and other software. Each is installed automatically whenever you install and set up the corresponding program or driver.
About the Documentation Viewing the Manuals in Electronic Format If you encounter a problem, then along with this document, also take a look at the manuals in electronic format. Read on to learn how to view the electronic-format manuals. Windows ➢ Roland CutStudio Online Help (Windows) After you start CutStudio, go to the menu bar and click [Help], then [Contents]. Alternatively, click [Start], point to [Programs] (or [All Programs]), then point to [Roland CutStudio]. Click [CutStudio Help].
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1-1 Machine Features This is a USB/Serial compatible high-performance cutting machine that offers features like those described below.
1-2 Included Items The following items are packed together with the unit. Make sure they are all present and accounted for.
1-3 Part Names and Functions Main Unit Left Pinch Roller Cutting Carriage This clamps the material when the loading lever is raised. You set this at the left-hand edge of the material. This is where you install the blade holder. It moves to the left and right to cut the material. Blade Protector Right Pinch Roller This clamps the material when the loading lever is raised. You set this at the right-hand edge of the material. Operation Panel This protects the tip of the blade during cutting.
1-3 Part Names and Functions Operation Panel Display This displays various setting menus and other information. PAUSE Key This interrupts the operation in progress. Pressing it a second time resumes the operation. TEST Key Pressing and holding this for one second or longer cuts a pre-registered test pattern. ORIGIN Key Pressing and holding this for one second or longer sets the origin point at the present location of the blade.
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Chapter 2: Preparing the GX This describes how to set up and prepare the machine, including how to install it and make the cable connections.
2-1 Installing Deciding On an Installation Site Install in a stable location offering good operating conditions. An unsuitable location can cause accident, faulty operation, or breakdown. WARNING Install in a level and stable location. Otherwise the machine may tip over and cause injury.
2-1 Installing Removing the Packing Materials Tape and packing materials are attached to the machine to protect it from vibration during transportation. When installation is complete, remove these. ➢Remove all packing materials. Any that remain may cause faulty operation or breakdown when the power is switched on.
2-2 Connecting the Cables Connecting the Power Cord WARNING Do not use with any electrical power supply that does not meet the ratings displayed on the AC adapter. Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution. AC Adapter Power cord Power-cord Connector Important Notes on the Power Cord WARNING Never damage the power cord or pull it with force. Doing so may tear the cord's insulation, causing an electrical short and resulting in electrical shock, electrocution, or fire.
2-2 Connecting the Cables Connecting to the Computer You make the connection to the computer using the included USB cable. (If you're using Windows, you can also use a serial cable.) USB Connection Be sure to make the connection between the machine to the computer during the course of installing the driver. Driver installation may fail and the machine may become unusable If you connect a USB cable before starting installing the driver.
2-3 Changing the Language Used for the Display Change the language used for the display to match your preference. Procedure ➊ Hold down button. and press the power The power comes on. Operation Panel ➋ LANG._ENGLISH *_ENGLISH Press to choose the language you want to use for the display. In this example, we'll choose [ENGLISH]. ➌ SELECT SHEET *ROLL Press . The cutting carriage moves to the right edge. Be careful not to touch it.
Chapter 3: Installing/Uninstalling Software This describes how to install, set up and uninstall the included programs and other software.
3-1 About the Included Software Included Software The included CD-ROM contains the following software. Software for Windows ■ Windows Driver This is a Windows-based driver required for sending data from a computer to the machine. Be sure to install it ■ Roland CutStudio This is a Windows-based cutting program that enables you to accomplish high-quality cutting through easy operation.
3-2 If You're Using a Windows System Requirements for USB Connection Making a USB connection with Windows requires use of a computer that meets all of the following system requirements. Please note that other configurations cannot be supported. Operating system Computer Windows 98 SE (Second Edition)/Me/2000/XP 1) Computers preinstalled with Windows 98 SE/Me/2000/XP at the time of purchase (This includes such computers later upgraded to Windows Me/2000/XP.
3-2 If You're Using a Windows Installing the Software Installing the Driver Never make the connection to the computer before installing. Keep the machine and the computer unconnected until you carry out this installation operation. Failure to follow the correct procedure may make installation impossible. ☞ p 30 "What to Do If Installation Is Impossible" ➊ Before you start installation and setup, make sure the USB cable is not connected. ➋ Log on to Windows.
3-2 If You're Using a Windows Installing CutStudio Install the Windows-based cutting program "CutStudio." ➊ Display the setup menu of the Roland GX-24 Software Package. ➋ Click [Install]. The setup window appears. ➌ Thereafter, follow the instructions in the messages to complete installation and setup. Next, you install the operation manuals. Installing the Operation Manuals ➊ Display the setup menu of the Roland GX-24 Software Package. ➋ Click [Install]. The setup window appears.
3-2 If You're Using a Windows What to Do If Installation Is Impossible (USB connection) If installation quits partway through, or if the wizard does not appear when you make the connection with a USB cable, take action as follows. Windows 2000/XP ➊ If the [Found New Hardware Wizard] appears, click [Finish] to close it. ➋ Display [System Properties]. Windows XP Click the [Start] menu, then right-click [My Computer]. Click [Properties]. Windows 2000 Right-click [My Computer] on the desktop.
3-2 If You're Using a Windows ➎ Close the [Device Manager] and click [OK]. ➏ Detach the USB cable connected to the computer. ➐ Restart Windows, then uninstall the driver. ☞ p 32 "Uninstalling the Driver" ➑ Redo the installation from the beginning. ☞ p 28 "Installing the Driver" Windows 98 SE/Me ➊ Refer to "Uninstalling the Driver" on the following page and uninstall the driver. ☞ p 32 "Uninstalling the Driver" ➋ Redo the installation from the beginning.
3-2 If You're Using a Windows Uninstalling the Driver When uninstalling the driver, perform following operation. Procedure ➊ Before you start uninstallation of the driver, unplug the USB cables from your computer. ➋ Log on to Windows. If you are installing under Windows 2000/XP, log on as “Administrators” right. ➌ Insert the included CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The setup menu appears. Go to the upper right and click the [X] to close the setup menu. ➍ From the [Start] menu, click [Run].
3-3 If You're Using a Macintosh The included CD-ROM contains the "Mac OS Installation and Setup Guide," which explains how to install and set up the software and operation manuals for the Macintosh. If you're using a Macintosh, follow the steps below to display the file, then follow the explanation to perform installation and setup. Procedure ➊ Insert the included CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. ➋ Double-click the [Roland GX-24] icon that appears on the desktop. ➌ Double-click the "Install_e.html" icon.
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Chapter 4: Performing Cutting This describes basic cutting operations under Windows, using the included test-use material in the examples of cutting operations. It also describes the main operations when using other materials. For other operations not covered in this chapter, refer to the "GX-24 Reference Guide" (electronicformat manual). If you're using a Macintosh, refer to the "Macintosh Cutting Guide" (electronic-format manual).
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material Now let's learn basic cutting operations while creating a sticker like the one shown in the figure below, using the included test-use material and CutStudio cutting program. Follow the procedure below to carry out the operations. Step 1: Load Material Load the included test-use material on the machine. Test-use material (Colored material) Procedure 1. Load the material. ➊ Make sure the loading lever is lowered.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material ➌ Move the pinch rollers so that they are positioned at the edges of the material and also inside the areas of the pinch-roller position-verification marks. Be sure to position the left pinch roller inside the area of the wide mark. Pinch-roller positionPinch roller verification mark Be careful to position the pinch rollers so that they are not too close to the edges of the material and do not extend beyond the edges of the material.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material 2. Switch on the power to the machine and make it ready to receive data from the computer. ➊ Press the power button. The power comes on. ➋ Press SELECT SHEET * PIECE ➌ Press to choose "PIECE." . The cutting carriage moves to the left edge and the material moves forward and backward. Cutting carriage Width Length Then, the cuttable width and length appear on the display. W : 175mm L : 233mm * These values are examples for reference only.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material ➍ Cutting speed Cutting direction 20 cm/s 50 gf 0.250 mm A Cutting force Blade offset Make sure that material feed was performed correctly, then press . Make sure the values for the items are displayed as shown in the figure. For detailed information about the values displayed, refer to the "GX-24 Reference Guide" (electronicformat manual). This completes the procedure for loading the material. Go on to "Step 2: Install the Blade.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material Step 2: Install the Blade CAUTION Do not touch the tip of the blade with your fingers. Doing so may result in injury. 1. Insert a blade into the blade holder. ➊ Turn the blade-holder cap to tighten completely (tighten until the cap cannot be turned further). Blade holder Cap ➋ Insert the pin. Pin Leave the pin inserted. ➌ Insert the blade. Cap Blade Tip ➍ 0.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material 2. Install the blade holder. ➊ Loosen the screw of the cutting carriage. Cutting carriage ➋ Support the screw from below and insert the blade holder. If installed without supporting the screw in this way, cutting quality may become poor. Insert until the collar is flush with the surface. ➌ Screw Support it from below. Tighten the screw. Tug the blade holder upward to make sure it does not come loose.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material Step 3: Optimizing the Cutting Quality for the Material To obtain high-quality cutting results, then before you perform the actual cutting, carry out a cutting test to check the cutting quality for the material. Performing a Cutting Test ➊ Make sure the [PEN FORCE] slider is centered (at "0" on the scale). ➋ Hold down for one second or longer. The test pattern is cut.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material If the two shapes peel off together or show other problems with cutting, adjust the blade force and perform a cutting test a second time. First, change the blade force. Changing the Blade Force ➊ Make sure the [PEN FORCE] slider is centered (at "0" on the scale). ➋ 2 FORCE 50 gf Press Press . . FORCE 50 gf *60 gf USE to make the setting for the value. Press to enable the setting. 1 ➌ 1 2 ➍ FORCE 60 gf 20 cm/s 60 gf 0.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material Moving the Cutting Carriage Pressing moves the cutting carriage, and pressing moves the material. When you want to adjust the position a little at a time, press the key repeatedly, holding it down for only a short time with each press. To move continuously for a long distance, hold down the key. When you press and hold down the key, movement proceeds slowly for the first 20 millimeters of movement distance.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material Step 4: Set the Origin Point Set the origin point for determining the cutting position. If you have performed a cutting test, then move the cutting carriage to a location where it does not overlap with the test area. Doing this lets you use the material with minimal waste. Procedure ➊ Use to move the cutting carriage to the left edge.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material Step 5: Create Cutting Data Use the Windows-based cutting program "CutStudio" to create cutting data. Important Note If you are using Windows 2000/XP, log on to Windows as "Administrators” right. 1. Start CutStudio. Click [Start], then point to [All Programs] (or [Program]). Point to [Roland CutStudio], then click [CutStudio]. 2. Make the settings for the cutting range. 46 Chapter 4: Performing Cutting ➊ Click [File], then click [Cutting Setup].
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material ➍ Click the [Size] tab. ➎ (*)Click [Get from Machine]. The cuttable range is displayed. * If you're using a serial connection, enter manually the values of the width (W) and length (L) displayed on the machine's display. ➏ Click [OK]. ➐ Click [OK] again to close the [Cutting setup] window. The cutting range has now been set. The white area is the cutting range. Text or shapes drawn outside this range are not cut.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material 3. Insert text and shapes to create the cutting data. In this example, we'll enter the word "SALE" as the text and draw a frame around it to make it easier to peel off later. ➊ Click [ ➋ Click anywhere in the white area, then type in "SALE." ]. Arrange the text and shapes at the bottom of the window. When you lay out text and shapes using CutStudio, it is a good idea to arrange them at the bottom of the window.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material ➌ Click [ ]. Displayed around the text are ■ and ▼ symbols. Drag the ■ and ▼ symbols for the text box to change the size of the text. Click, then drag to the required size. ➍ Click the upper-left corner, then drag to the lower right to change to the needed size. ➎ Click [ ]. Draw a rectangle around the "SALE" text. Click [ ]. Select an area containing the text and the rectangle. When you select this, the line turns blue.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material Step 6: Perform Cutting After the data is prepared, you're finally ready to start cutting. Procedure ➊ Click the [Cutting] button. ➋ Click [OK]. The cutting data is sent from the computer and cutting starts. Cutting of the "SALE" text and the box ends. Go on to "Step 7: Remove the Material." ☞ p 51 "Step 7: Remove the Material" To Stop Cutting While in Progress ➊ ➋ CONTINUE STOP PAUSE ENTER CANCEL... 20 cm/s 50 gf 0.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material Step 7: Remove the Material When cutting has ended, remove the material. Procedure ➊ ➋ UNSETUP Press several times to display the screen shown in the figure. SELECT SHEET *ROLL Press . The cutting carriage returns to the standby position. ➌ Lower the loading lever. Remove the material. ➍ Hold down the power button for one second or longer. The power is switched off.
4-1 Practicing Cutting Using the Test-use Material Step 8: Apply the Cut Material To apply the material you have cut, you use the included application tape. Cut it to the required size for use. Before applying, thoroughly clean the surface where you want to affix the material to remove any dust or grease. Procedure ➊ ➋ Use tweezers to peel off any excess material, leaving only the text. Application tape Cut the application tape to the required size.
4-2 Using a Variety of Materials Using Roll Material or Lengthy Flat Material With this machine, you can use not only such standard-size material as the test-use material, but also lengthy flat material, as well as roll material (sold separately). To use flat material or roll material whose length is more than 1.6 meters, follow the steps below. Procedure 1. (For roll material) Install the roller base, then secure the roll material in place. If you're using flat material that is longer than 1.
4-2 Using a Variety of Materials 2. Switch on the power to the machine and make it ready to receive data from the computer. ➊ Press the power button. The power comes on. ➋ Press "EDGE." SELECT SHEET * ROLL ➢ Choosing "PIECE" here causes 1.6 meters of the material to be fed out and immediately pulled back. ROLL: Cutting starts at the location where the material is secured in place. ➌ ➍ Chapter 4: Performing Cutting Press . The cuttable width is detected and appears on the display.
4-2 Using a Variety of Materials 3. Check whether the material comes loose. ➊ CONDITION Press Press . . AREA 1.0 m Press Press . . AREA 1.0 m 0.5 m Press . Use and to set the value for the required length of the material. 2 1 ➋ ➌ 2 1 2 1 3 It is a good idea to set a value that is about 0.2 meters longer than the required material length. Press to enable the setting. The set length of the material moves out to the front, then is immediately pulled back and taken up again. .
4-2 Using a Variety of Materials Fine-tuning the Blade Force After you set the blade force using the [FORCE] menu, you can further fine-tune the blade force using the PEN FORCE slider. You operate this when you want to make the blade force slightly larger or smaller than the setting made using the menu. Before you set the blade force using the [FORCE] menu, be sure to first move the PEN FORCE slider to its center setting (at "0" on the scale).
Chapter 5: Maintenance This describes how to clean the machine and replace the blade.
5-1 Cleaning Before attempting cleaning, lower the loading lever and remove the material. Clean by wiping with a cloth moistened by water then wrung dry. Lower the loading lever. Pinch rollers Periodically wipe away any grime. Display Wipe gently with a clean, soft cloth. Grit rollers Use a brush to remove any buildup of material scraps and the like. Never use a metal brush. Notes ➢Never use a solvent such as thinner or benzine. ➢Never attempt to oil or lubricate the machine.
5-2 Replacing the Blade If the blade becomes dull, replace it with the included replacement blade. Before replacing the blade, remove the material. ☞ p 51 "Step 7: Remove the Material" CAUTION Do not touch the tip of the blade with your fingers. Doing so may result in injury. Procedure ➊ Remove the blade holder. Blade holder Loosen the screw. ➋ Remove the old blade. Pin Press this pin. Old blade ➌ Install a new blade.
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6-1 What to Do If This section describes what to do if you encounter a problem while using the machine. Refer to this first, before assuming that a malfunction has occurred. Also, remedies for symptoms not described here are covered in the "GX24 Reference Guide" (electronic-format manual). Refer to it as well. The Machine Doesn't Run Is the power switched on? Make sure the power button is illuminated. If the power button is dark, press it to switch on the power.
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7-1 Usable Materials Conditions for Usable Materials Loadable material width 50 to 700 mm (2 to 27-1/2 in.) Loadable material length Flat Material: 100 mm (3-15/16 in.) or more Roll Material: no restriction A) Cuttable material thickness Material-portion thickness of 0.1 (0.004 in.) mm or less B) Maximum media thickness (including backing paper) 0.3 mm (0.012 in.) or less (Material measuring up to 1.0 mm (0.039 in.) can be loaded.
7-2 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels Serial Number This is required when you seek maintenance, servicing, or support. Never peel off the label or let it get dirty. Power Rating Use an electrical outlet that meets the requirements for voltage, frequency, and amperage given here.
7-3 Specifications GX-24 Driving method Cutting method Loadable material width Maximum cutting area Digital controll servo motor Acceptable tool Maximum cutting speed Cutting speed Blade force Mechanical resolution Software resolution Distance accuracy (*1) Repetition accuracy (*1) (*2) Alignment accuracy for printing and cutting when loading printed material Special blade for CAMM-1 series (*1) (*3) Media-moving method 50 to 700 mm (2 to 27-1/2 in.) Width: 584 mm (22-15/16 in.
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