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- Page 1 DRAFTING PLOTTER DPX-3700A DPX-2700A USER'S MANUAL...
- Page 2 The I/O cables between this equipment and the computing device must be shielded. ROLAND DG CORPORATION 1-6-4 Shinmiyakoda, Hamamatsu-shi, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN 431-2103 MODEL NAME : See the MODEL given on the rating plate.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
17 List of RD-GL II Related Instructions ................39 18 List of RD-GL III Related Instructions ................. 41 19 The Specification of the Interface ................43 Device Control Instructions ..................43 20 Character Sets ......................47 21 Specification of DPX-3700A/2700A ................48... - Page 4 Thank you very much for purchasing the <DRAFTING PLOTTER> Model DPX-3700A/2700A. • 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.
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Page 5: Typographic Conventions
Typographic Conventions This manual uses certain typographic symbols, outlined below. This indicates a point requiring particular care to ensure safe use of the product. : Failure to heed this message will result in serious injury or death. : Failure to heed this message may result in serious injury or death. -
Page 6: To Ensure Safe Use
To Ensure Safe Use WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Never disassemble or Handle the power cord When pulling the power modify this product. with care. cord from an electrical socket, be sure to grip the Do not step on or damage the plug. - Page 7 CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Tilting the stand is an Do not insert the fingers Do not inadvertently allow operation that requires two into the space between the hands, hair, or necktie or more persons to perform. the unit and rail. near the Y rail while in operation.
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Page 8: About The Labels Affixed To The Unit
About the Labels Affixed to the Unit These labels are affixed to the body of this product. The following figure describes the location and content of these messages. Do not insert the fingers into the space between the unit and rail. Rating plate About the Labels Affixed to the Stand These labels are affixed to the stand. -
Page 9: To Ensure Correct Use
To Ensure Correct Use NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE This product is a precision Do not install in an area subject to Do not connect to an AC outlet instrument and must be handled dust or high humidity or with poor that supplies other than the with care. - Page 10 MEMO viii...
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Page 11: Checking Accessories
1 Checking Accessories The following accessories are packed together with the main unit. Before using, be sure to check to make sure that all accessories have been included. Power cord : 1 Standard ceramic pen ( for self-test ) : 1 set Paper ( for self-test ) : 2 Transparent positioning sticker : 1 set Dust cover : 1... -
Page 12: Side View
Power connector Side View Connects to the power cord included with the main unit. Power switch Parallel connector (Centronics specifications) Serial connector (RS-232C) Used for connection to the computer with a Used for connection to the parallel cable. computer with a serial cable. Control Panel Display Setting menus and... -
Page 13: Setting Up And Connection
3 Setting Up and Connection Setting Up • Never install this unit in any of the following places, as it could result in damage: Places with excessive electrical noise. Places with excessive humidity or dust. Places with excessive vibration. Places exposed to strong illumination or direct sunlight. •... -
Page 14: Loading The Pens
4 Loading the Pens Pen cap rubber 32 Color Plotter Pens Non-refillable Ink Pen Water Based Fiber Tipped Pen Refillable Ink Pen Before loading the pens make sure that the pen cap rubbers Thick Water Based Fiber Tipped Pen Standard Ceramic Pen are set correctly (The pen cap rubber is mounted on the pen Oil Based Pressurized stock when the plotter is packed). -
Page 15: Loading The Paper
This airing helps prevent contraction or expansion of the paper due to humidity or temperature. How to Load Paper on the DPX-3700A/2700A * When using the plotter for the first time, be sure to peel the protective sheet (a sheet of thin, semi- transparent vinyl) off the drawing board. - Page 16 key once to select the Remove bubbles and wrinkles from the paper by Press the PAPER HOLD position. Load the paper onto the drawing board wiping with a dry cloth. while the P APER HOLD LED is blinking. key one more time. Press the Set the paper size of the display menu to match PAPER HOLD The P APER HOLD LED lights up and the paper the size of the paper loaded in the DPX.
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Page 17: Self-Testing
6 Self-testing A self-test can be carried out to check whether the DPX is functioning correctly. When doing this, the plotter does not have to be connected to the computer. 1) Load pens in the DPX. You can load any number of pens, from one to eight. -
Page 18: Downloading Plot Data
DPX for the type of interface or for the communication parameters, if a serial connection is used. Pausing Plotting Operations When the key is pressed, the DPX-3700A/2700A returns the pen to the pen stock, moves the pen carriage to the upper-right area of the drawing board, and pauses. Pressing the key again restarts plotting. - Page 19 Copying the plotting data [Allplot] This function replots using all the data from beginning to the end. Select [Allplot] if you need two or more plots with the same plotting data. Press the key twice with the top menu displayed. Main menu 2 Press the key after confirming that the pen and paper are correctly set.
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Page 20: After Plotting
8 After Plotting 1) Remove the paper. key to release the electrostatic adsorption and remove the paper Press the PAPER HOLD 2) Turn off the DPX. Turn off the power to the DPX. If the plotter will not be used for a long time, the power cord should also be unplugged. -
Page 21: Pens
The DPX-3700A/2700A automatically determines the type of pen installed and makes plots using the appropriate pen speed and pen force for that pen (supported for Roland DG Corp. pens only). However, if problems with the compatibility of the pen and paper cause damage to the pen tip or paper, or if unclear plotting lines result, this menu should be used to adjust the pen speed and pen force settings. - Page 22 32 Color Plotter Pens Plotting distance Pen cap rubber house. (with our standard paper) orientation Features 0.3 mm: 400 m (1300') Variety of colors and shades for colorful expression 0.6 mm: 300 m (900') Optimum for illustrations, graphs and graphics Fiber pen tip for simple use 50 cm/sec Pen speed (maximum value)
- Page 23 Standard Ceramic Pen Plotting distance Pen cap rubber (with our standard paper) orientation Features 0.25 mm: 2000 m (6500') 0.35 mm: 1300 m (4200') The pen tip is a ceramic tube, with ink flowing through it to 0.50 mm: 700 m (2200') form the line 0.70 mm: 400 m (1300') Because pen tip diameter is uniform, line thickness is uniform...
- Page 24 Only leads from Roland DG Corp. should be used. Use of other leads may shorten the useful life expectancy of the multi-lead pencil tip as well as impeding correct lead feed.
- Page 25 Multi-lead pencil 0.3 mm B Ink pen Ink pen Ink pen Ink pen Ink pen A Request The DPX-3700A/2700A cannot use the single-lead pencil for the DPX-4600A/3600/2600/3500/2500/3300/ 2200. Be sure to use the multi-lead pencil for the DPX-3700A/2700A (60 mm type, M series).
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Page 26: Paper
11 Paper This chapter describes the optional paper that can be used with the DPX. Refer to the table below in paper selec- tion. ♦ Optimum No expansion ◊ Good or contraction Little expansion or Plot quality and paper contraction Plot quality changes with the following conditions: •... -
Page 27: Plotting Area
When using paper not supplied by Roland DG Corp., observe the follow- ing points in making your selection: • Does the ink work well with the paper? (Moisture absorption characteristics, coloration) • Is the ink faint? (At the rated pen speed) •... - Page 28 Calculating the number of steps for the hard clip, P1 default, and P2 default. • RD-GL II When note “*2” in the Plotting Area Chart Hard Clip P1, P2 Default 40 ÷2) + 480) LLx = (-1) P1x = LLx + 800 + 960 LLy = (-1) ÷...
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Page 29: Display Menus Flowchart
13 Display Menus Flowchart Power ON + Power ON English German Japanese French Top menu to select [ISO-**], [JIS-**], [ANSI-**] ([ANSI ARCH-**]), [DIN], [USER 1], [USER 2] and [USER 3]. Use to select a size. Press to enable the setting. (Refer to page 6.) Press to clear the buffer and return to the top menu. - Page 30 When is pressed, the pen carriage moves towards the X correct point. When is pressed, the pen carriage moves towards the Y (Refer to pages 25–32.) correct point. Adjust by pressing Press to enable the setting. Adjust by pressing Press to enable the setting.
- Page 31 Main menu 3 To top menu to select. Press to enable the setting. select RD-GL2 [When RD-GLII instructions are selected] or RD-GL3. ASCII (1), ASCII (2), French/German, Scand., Span./Latin, Special, JIS-ASCII, Roman, Katakana, ISO-I.R.V., ISO-Swed., ISO-Swed.-Name, ISO-Norw. (1), ISO-German, ISO-French (1), ISO-U.K., ISO-Italian, ISO-Span., ISO-Portuguese, ISO-Norw.
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Page 32: Explanation Of Display Menus
When making this setting, first select the pen number at the [Select] menu. When using pens from Roland DG Corp., pen force can be set separately for each type of pen corresponding to the pen numbers in the pen stock. - Page 33 When making this setting, first select the pen number at the [Select] menu. When using pens from Roland DG Corp., pen speed can be set separately for each type of pen corresponding to the pen numbers in the pen stock.
- Page 34 • Display menu Explanation Remarks Factory default Submenu Choosing this moves to the submenu. — — ♦ SuperFine Set this to ON when using a 0.13 mm or 0.18 mm [*SuperFine] is displayed when this has been ink pen. selected. Choosing this returns to the top menu.
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Page 35: Settings For Each Function
15 Setting for Each Function Creating the Plotting on Section Film When using a section film in plotting, the slightest discrepancy in the angle of the paper setting will result in a discrepancy between the measured angle and the actual plotting. In order to avoid such a discrepancy, the DPX has a feature to set a total of four points. - Page 36 Adjust the scale at the lower-left corner (See “[Example of setting the points]” on page 25.) 1) Setting the offset point: [Offset] Set the scale on the lower-left corner of the section film to the lower-left corner of the paper. Main menu 1 Press the key to select [Normal.]...
- Page 37 3) Setting the X correction point: [X-Point] After setting the base point When X correction point is set, and the menu to set the Y correction point will be displayed. In the illustration under [Example of setting the points] on page 25, refer to 3) X correction point and use the position keys to move the pen carriage to the X correction point.
- Page 38 Correcting the distance for X axis: [X-Axis] After setting the Y correction point The distance between the base point and the X correction point recognized by the DPX will be displayed on at the upper left on the screen. Press the key to make the figure displayed on the upper right of the screen equal to the distance measured on the section film.
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Page 39: Plotting On The Reverse Side
Plotting on the Reverse Side If you are performing reverse-side plotting, so that there will be no discrepancy between the front and reverse plottings, you will need to set reference points on both the front and the reverse side. There must be five such points, as shown below. - Page 40 Adjust the lower-left of the paper (See “[Example of setting the points]” on page 29.) 1) Setting the offset point (lower-left of the paper) : [Offset] After setting the offset point (the lower-left cornet of the sheet), return the pen (or digitizing scope) to the pen stock. Main menu 1 Press the key any times,...
- Page 41 Correcting the axes (See “[Example of setting the points]” on page 29.) Adjust the X and Y coordinates of the plotting to those of the set paper. The angle is adjustable within ±5°. In this manner, the plotting can be adjusted to the angle of the paper, even though it is set slightly tilted. With the X and Y axes of the front-side plotting aligned, if you are doing reverse-side plotting, set the paper so that there is no discrepancy from the front-side plotting.
- Page 42 Correcting the distance Use only gentle force to change the size of the paper. If you move the paper used for front-side plotting, the size of the plotting on the front may differ slightly from that immediately after completion of plotting. Therefore, if you execute reverse-side plotting in such a state, a discrepancy in alignment will result, giving you an inaccurate plotting.
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Page 43: Plotting With The Refillable Ink Pen
Plotting with the Refillable Ink Pen Using the refillable ink pen Do not leave the pen with the tip down for a long time. Changes in temperature will cause expansion and contrac- tion of the air in the ink tank, resulting in leakage of ink. Having only a small amount of ink left in the ink tank will allow expansion of the air in the tank, resulting in leakage of ink. - Page 44 Setting speed: [Speed] Select the desired pen number by pressing the key. Press the keys to select the plotting speed. Press the key to execute. Press the key to go back to the previous display. * If a pen number is not specified ([All] is displayed at the top right), the same pen speed is set for all pen numbers.
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Page 45: What To Do If
To correct the problem, manually set the pen force and pen speed using the menu-driven display. All pens supplied by Roland DG Corporation have an attached reflective sticker showing the pen type. If this reflective sticker is peeling off or has become soiled, proper pen force and speed control cannot be established by the DPX resulting in damage to the plotting paper and pen tip. - Page 46 Moving the pen carriage while the pen is lifted will leave a stain on the paper Is the tip of the pen and/or the pen carriage clean? If not clean, remove the stain (or dust) from the tip of the pen and/or the pen carriage. Plot quality is poor Is the paper of the recommended type? Read “11 Paper”...
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Page 47: List Of Warning Massages
Computer Is the computer set up correctly? Check the following items: • DIP switches • Memory switches • Interface board • Other Read the computer user’s manual and set it up correctly. Connection cable Are the computer and the plotter linked with the right cable? The type of cable you need is determined by your computer and the software you are using. -
Page 48: List Of Error Messages
List of Error Messages Error message Remarks When an unrecognizable command is transmitted, that command is ignored. #1 Command Not Recognized When the number of parameters supported by a command is incorrect, that #2 Wrong Number of Parameters command is ignored. When a parameter value is outside that parameter’s range, it is ignored. -
Page 49: List Of Rd-Gl Ii Related Instructions
*5 : Decimal fractions are rounded. A “RD-GL II Programmer's Manual” is available for separate purchase for those wishing to create their own programs for this machine. For further information, please contact the nearest Roland DG Corp. dealer or distributor. Instruction Compati-... - Page 50 *1 Ød: *3 {5°} d: 0.1—5.0 (mm) {0.3mm} None xn, yn: *1 None The following RD-GL III instructions can be used when the DPX-3700A/2700A is in RD-GL II mode. Instruction Compati- Parameter range { }: Default Instruction Compati- Parameter range...
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Page 51: List Of Rd-Gl Iii Related Instructions
1—8388607 1.000—8388607.999 programs for this machine. For further clamped integer range clamped real range information, please contact the nearest -32768—32767 -32768.000—32767.999 Roland DG Corp. dealer or distributor. 0—32767 0.000—32767.999 1—32767 1.000—32767.999 Instruction Compati- Parameter range Instruction Compati- Parameter range bility... - Page 52 Instruction Compati- Parameter range Instruction Compati- Parameter range bility [ ] : Effective range { } : Default bility [ ] : Effective range { } : Default pen number: i0 [ci0] {0} character number: i [33—126] index: ci [±1—±8] up: i [-128] gapn (n:1—20): cr0 [cr0] X, Y: i [-127—127]...
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Page 53: The Specification Of The Interface
19 The Specifications of the Interfaces Parallel Interface (in compliance Serial Interface (RS-232C) with specifications of Centronics) Connector Connector Signal Terminal Signal Signal Terminal Signal Pin Connection Pin Connection Name Number Name Number Number Number HIGH*** HIGH* HIGH* HIGH** BUSY S.RXD 3.3 KΩ... - Page 54 Instruction Format Parameter Range ({ } is default) Explanation Handshake Instructions ESC .B [ESC].B None Outputs the current remaining buffer Output Remaining capacity. Buffer Capacity ESC .M [ESC].M<P1>;<P2>; P1: Delay time 0—32767 (msec) {0 (msec)} Sets handshake output specifications. Set Handshake <P3>;<P4>;<P5>;<P6>: P2: Output trigger character {0 (Sets nothing)} Output...
- Page 55 ESC .A [ESC].A: None When receiving this instruction, Output Model Name returns the following characters to the host computer. 3700A (DPX-3700A) 2700A (DPX-2700A) ESC .O [ESC].O: None Outputs the decimal value that Output Status Word represents the statusof a plotter.
- Page 56 Instruction Format Parameter Range ({ } is default) Explanation ESC .T [ESC].T<P1>;<P2>; P1: The size of the physical I/O {1024 (byte)} Allocates the 40 KB data buffer to the Set Each Buffer Size <P3> ;<P4>;<P5>;<P6>: buffer I/O buffer, polygon buffer and P2: The size of the polygon {6144 (byte)} downloadable character buffer by...
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Page 57: Character Sets
20 Character Sets RD-GL II RD-GL III Character Set Number Character Set Number Character Character Fixed-Space Variable-Space Fixed-Space Fixed-Space Fixed-Space Drafting Font Arc Font Arc Font Vector Font Arc Font Vector Font 0 (48) 0 (49) 0 (50) ANSI ASCII (1) Roman 8 4 (48) 4 (49) -
Page 58: Specification Of Dpx-3700A/2700A
21 Specification of DPX-3700A/2700A D P X - 3 7 0 0 A D P X - 2 7 0 0 A Feature Flatbed Max. plotting area X axis: 925 mm (36-3/8") X axis: 600 mm (23-9/16") Y axis: 620 mm (24-3/8") Y axis: 467 mm (18-3/8") - Page 59 R8-991012...