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Uninet iColor LF700 User Manual

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  • Page 2: Important Notice

    Uninet shall not be liable for any damages or losses resulting from the use or mis-use of the equipment or this manual either directly or indirectly.

  • Page 3: Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment Directive

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 II. Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council. The symbol (right) is shown on this product. It indicates that the product should not be disposed of with regular household waste, but should be disposed of separately.

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 V. Important Safety Instructions 1. General safety instructions that must be observed to use the equipment safely are explained below. 2. Do not place the cutter in the following areas. Doing so may result in the LF700 cutter tipping or falling over and causing serious injury: •...

  • Page 5: Vii. About This Manual

    VII. About this Manual A. Purpose and Target Readers. This manual explains the preparations and procedures for operating the iColor LF700. This is a common User Guide for the iColor series of digital cutters. Unless specifically mentioned to the contrary, the descriptions in this manual are common for all iColor series models.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 VIII. Contents Page Important Notice Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment Directive Warning Symbols Warning Cautions And Notes Safety Instructions About This Manual Section 1: Preparation Unpacking the LF700 Cutter Getting Started LF700 Specifications Serial and Fuse Plate...
  • Page 7 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Section 6: Label Design and Cut Lines Continued Creating a Cut line Graphic Using Illustrator 52-57 Creating The Label Positioning The Label Creating Print & Cut Layers Label Cut Orders Adding OPOS Marks Selecting Layers For Printing...

  • Page 8: Section 1: Preparation

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Section 1 Preparation This section explains all of the details and requirements of the machine before you unbox it, from preparing the space to computer specifications. Page • Unpacking the machine • Check list • Specifications •...

  • Page 9: Unpacking The Lf700

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Unpacking the LF700 Cutter NOTE: Save the shipping box and any other packaging items in case the cutter needs to be shipped. Do not ship the cutter without first completely repacking it in its original packaging.

  • Page 10: Cutter Getting Started

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Getting Started Checklist • Strong and level table, capable of withstanding the weight of the LF700. • Laptop or PC containing: • CD Drive • USB 2.0 socket • Minimum computer specification: Genuine Windows Vista or Windows XP, 3GB memory, 500GB hard drive (7200rpm), Graphics Card.

  • Page 11: Machine Dimensions

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Machine Dimensions Height: 780 mm Depth: Width: 1000 mm 600 mm Page 11 Uninet Copyright 2014...

  • Page 12: Cautions

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Caution An insulated ground conductor must be installed as part of the branch circuit that supplies power to the wall outlet to which the cutter is connected. The ground conductor must have the same size, insulation material and thickness as the grounded and ungrounded branch circuit supply conductors, but the insulating sheath should be green or green with yellow striping.

  • Page 13: Section 2: Getting To Know Your Machine

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Section 2 Getting To Know Your Machine This section details all of the components of your machine, including the keypad and buttons located around your iColor LF700 machine. Page • LF700 Components 14-15 • Key Pad •...

  • Page 14: Components

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 LF700 Components Lamination Unwind Lamination Nip Roller Media Feed Nip Roller Media Unwind Media Feed Dancer Bar Control Panel Media Rewind Dancer Bar Media Rewind Slitter Module Lamination Waste Rewind Emergency Stop Cutter Assembly Waste Matrix Rewind...
  • Page 15 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Media Sensor Lamination Nip Roller Nip Roller Latch Media Unwind Mandrel Media Feed Roller Latch Media Feed Nip Roller Lamination Waste Rewind Knurled Roller Brake Bar Media Rewind Mandrel Slitter Knife Module Waste Removal Bar...

  • Page 16: Keypad

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Key Pad LCD Display Lamination Waste Rewind Matrix Motor Motor On / Off On / Off ��� ��� �� �� ��� ��� ���� ���� ���� ����� ������ ��� ��� ������ ����� ����� Paper Feed Rewind ���...

  • Page 17: Control Panel

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Control Panel The menu key The MENU key is used to reach the most common menu items of the cutter quickly. A last menu item in the row gives access to a submenu with which all the other functions of the cutter can be reached.

  • Page 18: Lcd Control Panel

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 LCD Screen The liquid crystal display (LCD) contains one line of 16 characters. The LCD provides cutter status information during operations and displays menu options for the configuration of the cutter. ��� ��� �� ��...
  • Page 19 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Cutting Head OPOS Sensor Cutting blade holder The cutting head of the LF700 machine contains the cutting blade and OPOS registration sensor as referred to in this document. To install and replace the cutting knife and the OPOS sensor functionality are explained later in this manual.
  • Page 20 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Section 3 Computer Setup This section explains the install procedure for the LF700 software, your computer must have the minimum specifications as laid out in Section 1 - Preparation. Page • Connecting to a computer •...

  • Page 21: Connecting To A Computer

    • When installing a cutter on Windows Vista or Windows 7, then make sure that the user has administrative rights and that UAC is deactivated. Do not connect the iColor LF700 to the PC yet, if you do the installation of the software can be effected.

  • Page 22: Software Installation

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Software installation Do not connect the iColor LF700 to the PC yet, if you do the installation of the software can be effected. Installing the software. All relevant software can be found on the User CD packaged with the machine.
  • Page 23 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Summa software has a large amount of pre-installed languages that can be selected in this next install window, select your preferred language and select ‘Next’ to continue. In this install window the Start programme shortcut can be changed. Press ‘Next’...
  • Page 24 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 ITE Tools Installation. Navigate to the Software folder on the User CD and select the ‘setupITETools’ installer. Double click the icon to run. The software will start an installation Wizard that will guide you through the install process, you will also get the chance to change the source directories as the install progresses.
  • Page 25 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Select if you would like the software to automatically generate an icon by checking the correct box. Press ‘Next’ to continue Check the installation details are correct. Select ‘Next’ to finalise the install. Summa Cutter Tools...
  • Page 26 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Summa Cutter Control Summa Cutter Control can be accessed through the Summa ITE Tools programme. This is an automatic installation when selecting a ‘Full Installation’ in ITE Tools. If you are happy with the default install directory please continue by pressing ‘Next’...
  • Page 27 Select ‘Next’ to finalise the install. Summa Cutter Control Interface. Your iColor LF700 has been professionally calibrated during manufacture, only change settings within Sum-ma Cutter Control when instructed to do so by an iColor LF700 trained technician. Page 27 Uninet...
  • Page 28 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 USB Driver install Navigate to the ‘InstallUSBDrivers’ icon, double click to run. Select ‘Next’ to continue Page 28 Uninet Copyright 2014...

  • Page 29: Adding The Lf700 To

    Click the ‘Design’ menu, then click ‘Cutters’ and ‘Install Cutter’. Select Summa Cut D60. Changing the name is recommended to allow for easier cutter recognition, Change the name to iColor LF700 and select ‘OK’ to finish. Page 29 Uninet Copyright 2014...

  • Page 30: Winplot Section 4: Setting Up The Machine

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Section 4 Setting Up The Machine Page • Setting up the machine for the first time • Slitter blades • Ajusting the brake bar Page 30 Uninet Copyright 2014...

  • Page 31: Setting Up The Machine

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Setting up the Machine Choose your work area carefully, the machine weighs approximately 100kg and must be lifted into place by 4 strong adults, Do not place the cutter in the following areas. Doing so may result in the cutter tipping or falling over and causing serious injury.

  • Page 32: Slitter Blades

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Slitter Blades The LF700 is equipped with a slitter blade station as standard, multiple slitter knives can be added to the machine. Slitter knives are easy to change and take a standard Stanley blade in the holder.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Brake Bar

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Adjusting the Brake Bar Brake Bar To make adjustment to the brake bar to add more resistance to the rewinding media, turn both of the adjustment knobs clockwise with the same amount of turns. Every time an adjustment is made run the...

  • Page 34: Section 5: Getting Started

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Section 5 Getting Started Page • Loading media 35-39 • Pinch roller errors • Changing origin • Knife installation • Pen installation • Opos Automatic rise and fall • Setting knife depth and pressure Page 34...

  • Page 35: Loading The Media

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Loading Media ���������� ���������� ����� ������ ����� ���� ������ ������� ����� ���� ����� ������ ������� ������ ������� ����� ��� ������ ������� ���� ������ ��� ������ ��� The paper path of the media being cut is shown in the diagram above, all unwind and rewind mandrels rotate in a clockwise direction, both the pinch roller and media feed roller rotate in an anti clockwise direction.
  • Page 36 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Loading Media Continued When raising the pinch roller and media feed roller use the handle provided. When the roller has been raised to its furthest the latch will lock it in place. To release the roller, simply disengage the latch by gently lifting the handle and pulling the knob towards you,.
  • Page 37 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Loading Media Continued Cutter pinch roller positioning Correct movement of the media will only occur if the media is driven by the pinch roller that is correctly lowered and located over the media, the media should also have been aligned against the dancer bars and mandrel back plates.
  • Page 38 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Loading media Loading Media Continued 1. Raise the cutter pinch roller by means of the pinch roller lever arm, which is located on the left-hand side of the cutter, next to the control panel. 2. Start feeding the media from the left hand side of the machine. Pass the media underneath the pinch roller towards the right of the machine.
  • Page 39 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 While the cutter is on, it will automatically start executing a minimal loading procedure as soon as the pinch rollers are lowered. The load procedure will also start when the cutter is switched on while media is already in the machine and the pinch rollers are in the “down”...

  • Page 40: Pinch Roller Errors

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Pinch Roller Errors “Right/Left Pinch Roller is not set properly above a sleave” During transportation or movement of the machine one of the pinch rollers must have moved, this is easy to rectify by lifting the pinch roller handle and moving the roller until it fits in the grove and clicks into place, then restart the machine and it should read correctly and the error disappears.

  • Page 41: Changing Origin

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Changing Origin Changing the origin of the cutting head allows the user to position the cutting blade over the registration marks or perform head offsets as outlined later in this manual. 1. Press , and to change the media origin.

  • Page 42: Knife Installation

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Knife installation WARNING The Summa Cut cutters use razor-sharp knives. To avoid serious injury, use caution when installing, removing or otherwise handling the knife! For safety reasons, the knife depth has been set to zero. Simply turn out the knife (see fig 1-22 yellow arrow clockwise) to start cutting.

  • Page 43: Pen Installation

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Pen installation The LF700 cutters can also be operated with a plotter-type pen. After replacing the knife with a pen, the cutter can be used as a plotter to draw draft plots of new or existing designs on paper.

  • Page 44: Knife Depth & Pressure

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Setting knife depth and pressure (Media must be loaded in the cutter before knife pressure can be tested). WARNING Each keystroke can initiate an internal test or movement of head or media. Keep fingers and other body parts away from the cutting area. There are hazardous moving parts.

  • Page 45: Section 6: Label Design And Cut Lines

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Section 6 Label Design and Cut lines Page • Creating cut lines in Coral Draw 46-51 - Creating the label - Positioning the label - Creating print and cut layers - Label cut orders - Adding OPOS marks...

  • Page 46: Creating A Cut Line Graphic Using Coral Draw

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Creating a cut line graphic using Coral Draw Create The Label The following steps show the best procedure used to produce cut data with OPOS reg marks for your label artwork. The first step is to create a document for your label Label artwork to be placed on to.

  • Page 47: Creating Print & Cut Layers

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Creating Print and Cut layers Now that the labels are arranged and positioned cor- Clicking on this button enables you to create a new layer. rectly we are ready to move the cut data onto a new...

  • Page 48: Adding Opos Marks

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Adding OPOS Marks Now that the labels are arranged and positioned and or- Label Label dered correctly we are now ready to add the OPOS reg Artwork Artwork marks. These marks are added to each corner of the over all design and will be created on a new layer within the de- sign called ‘Reg mark’...

  • Page 49: Selecting Layers For Printing

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Selecting the Layers for Printing. Now that all the data is set correctly the relevant layers need to be selected to send to the printer. On the right you will see the layer that need to be ‘Printable’ and those that don’t.

  • Page 50: Selecting Layers For Cutting

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Selecting the Layers for Sending to the LF700. Now that all the data is set correctly the relevant lay- ers need to be selected to send to the printer. On the right you will see the layer that need to be ‘Printable’ and those that don’t.
  • Page 51 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Next you will see the ‘Output Setup Details’ dialogue box, on the ‘Selection’ tab change to ‘Colour in Selection’ so that the cutter will cut out all the shapes that are the same colour as the one you selected earlier.

  • Page 52: Creating A Cut Line Graphic Using Illustrator

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Creating a cut line graphic using Illustrator Create The Label The following steps show the best procedure used to produce cut data with OPOS reg marks for your label artwork. The first step is to create a document for your label artwork to be placed on to.

  • Page 53: Creating Print & Cut Layers

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Creating Print and Cut layers Now that the labels are arranged and positioned correctly we are ready to move the cut data onto a new layer, this is so that print and cut data can be sent to either a printer or the LF700 Label Cutter from this same file ensuring registration is maintained.

  • Page 54: Adding Opos Marks

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Adding OPOS Marks Now that the labels are arranged and positioned and Label Label ordered correctly we are now ready to add the OPOS registration marks. These marks are added to each corner Artwork Artwork of the overall design and will be created on a new layer within the design called ‘Reg mark’...

  • Page 55: Selecting Layers For Printing

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Selecting the Layers for Printing. Now that all the data is set correctly the relevant layers need to be selected to send to the printer. On the left you will see the layer that need to be ‘Printable’ and those that don’t.

  • Page 56: Selecting Layers For Cutting

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Selecting the Layers for Sending to the LF700. Now that all the data is set correctly the relevant lay- ers need to be selected to send to the printer. On the right you will see the layer that need to be ‘Printable’ and those that don’t.
  • Page 57 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Next you will see the ‘Output Setup Details’ dialogue box, on the ‘Selection’ tab change to ‘Colour in Selection’ so that the cutter will cut out all the shapes that are the same colour as the one you selected earlier.

  • Page 58: Section 7: Job Settings

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Section 7 Job Settings Page • Page counter • Drag knife offset • Cutter speeds • Cancelling a job • OPOS rise and fall • Hints and tips Page 58 Uninet Copyright 2014...

  • Page 59: Setting Up A Page Counter

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Setting up a page counter There is only one way to setup a page counter on the machine, setting a page count enables you to cut a set amount of label pages and no more.

  • Page 60: Changing The Drag Knife Offset

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Changing drag knife offset A very important parameter for a drag knife is the offset. The offset is the distance between the knife center and the knife tip. Knife offset should be set each time the knife is changed and should be checked if the knife shows signs of wear.

  • Page 61: Cutting Speed

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Cutting Speed When using complex cut lines the machine may need to be slowed down to achieve perfect cutting and slitting. The following changes should be made and the design tested before any production jobs take place.

  • Page 62: Cancelling A Job

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Cancelling a job To cancel a running job simply press the exit button twice, this will return the cutting head to the home position and remove the job from the spooler. When this procedure has been undertaken and a new job or current job is sent to the cutter, the alignment of the OPOS sensor will need to be done to register the design.

  • Page 63: Hints And Tips

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Hints and Tips • Change the waste matrix core at the same time as the rewound finished media, this will allow for correct waste removal. Always ensure that the cores are same thickness and diameter.

  • Page 64: Section 8: Care And Maintenance

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Section 8 Care and Maintenance This section explains all of the details and requirements of the machine before you unbox it, from preparing the space to computer specifications. Page • Care and Maintenance • Changing a fuse •...

  • Page 65: Care And Maintenance

    Some label materials especially glossy coated stocks, generate an excessive amount of paper and ink or toner dust whilst travelling through the iColor LF700 Digital cutter, this can accumulate around the cutting head and especially inside the OPOS sensor. We strongly recommend that the machine be cleaned on a regular basis, especially after a long production run of label cutting.

  • Page 66: Changing The Fuse

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Changing the fuse WARNING Before changing the fuse, make sure that the cutter is completely disconnected from its power source. WARNING For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with the same type and rating of fuse: T4AL 250V.

  • Page 67: Cleaning The Drive System

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Cleaning the drive system The iColor LF700 cutter range has a number of sliding surfaces made of smooth metals and plastics. They are virtually friction-free and require no lubrication. They will, however, collect dust and lint that may affect the cutter’s performance.

  • Page 68: Cleaning The Media Sensor

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Cleaning the media sensor Over time, the media sensor may become dirty with accumulated residue from the media. This may cause the cutter to malfunction. Clean the media sensor by wiping them out with cotton swabs.

  • Page 69: Section 9: Troubleshooting

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Section 10 Troubleshooting Page • Pinch roller errors • FAQ’s 71-77 • Troubleshooting 78-79 Page 69 Uninet Copyright 2014...

  • Page 70: Pinch Roller Errors

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Pinch Roller Errors Pinch roller error during start up sequence “Pinch roller not properly set above a sleeve” During transportation or movement of the machine one of the pinch rollers must have moved, this is easy to rectify by lifting the pinch roller handle and moving the roller until it fits in the grove and clicks into place, then restart the machine and it should read correctly and the error disappears.

  • Page 71: Faq's

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Frequently Asked Question’s LF700 Cutting blade. The Knife supplied with the LF700 is a D-Knife 30° Code 391-360 Lifespan will depend on the material being cut, synthetics are quite gentile on the knife, uncoated papers have a higher ware rate but the media with the highest ware rate is ink jet receptive gloss.
  • Page 72 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 X Axis Error no Lamination. If you are running the LF700 without lamination then the lamination nip roller should be placed in the up position. The X axis error is usually caused by a sudden jerk on the media, this generally happens during start up or when a reg mark is being read.
  • Page 73 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 X Axis Error using Lamination. When using lamination on the machine, the mandrel brake needs to be adjusted, when there is too much brake on the media the motor or grip is not strong enough to pull them both through the machine.
  • Page 74 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 LF700 Does Not Read Reg marks Correctly. It is important to find out what your machines sensor reads as a Black reg mark and the white label. To do this, 1. Press the menu button when on the main screen (shows the speed and knife pressure).
  • Page 75 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 How To Use The LF700 To Cut Different Coloured Media. Each LF700 machine is setup to read black printed registration marks on white label stock, each OPOS sensor can also read slightly differently but is checked that it reads within an allowed tolerance.
  • Page 76 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 The Labels Being Cut Appear To Be Skewed. The cause of twisted or skewed media is generally to do with media alignment at setup, if its not straight to start with the media with track out of line when the machine is running.
  • Page 77 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 The Registration Of The Cut Labels Is Out. The registration at the bottom of the page is good but gets worse towards the top. This will more noticeable on the smaller labels. This could be print scale issue, if the amount of shift is the same from page to page then run the ‘Feed Scale Calibration Print’...

  • Page 78: Troubleshooting

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Troubleshooting • Cutter does not power on. • Panel lights off, cutter head does not initialise: 1, Check that the machine is plugged in and powered on. 2, Turn the machine off then on again.
  • Page 79 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 • Lamination not Tracking. 1, Check the machine is level. 2, Check that the lamination pinch roller is lowered and unlatched. 3, Laminate must be narrower than the printed stock, otherwise the adhesive back will stick to the machine.

  • Page 80: Section 10: Parts List And Consumables

    LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Section 10 Parts Lists & Consumables Page • Parts and Consumables 80-82 Page 80 Uninet Copyright 2014...
  • Page 81 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Parts Lists and Consumables Part description Part Number Picture User CD, including manual, driver and software. Standard drag knife RP-391-332 holder Drag knife RP-391360 Power cable (UK) SP-UK.Plug Power cable (Euro) SP-Euro.Plug USB cable SP-USB2-102...
  • Page 82 LF700 Manual Version 3.6 Part description Part Number Picture Media and lamination SP-LF3BRAKEBAND unwind brake band Page 82 Uninet Copyright 2014...

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