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  • Page 1 Jaguar V Series User Manual http://www.GCCworld.com V.4 2016 Dec.
  • Page 2 NOTICE GCC reserves the right to modify the information contained in this user manual at any time without prior notice; un-authorized modification, copying distribution or display is prohibited. All comments, queries or suggestions concerning this manual please consult with your local dealer. V.4 2016 Dec.

  • Page 3: Important Information

    Jaguar V User Manual Important Information Thank you for purchasing the GCC Jaguar V Cutting Plotter. Before you use the cutting plotter, please make sure that you have read the safety precautions and instructions below. Caution SAFETY PRECAUTIONS!  For safety concern, please always hold the cutter firmly from the bottom while moving it.
  • Page 4 Jaguar V User Manual Warning Never press the top release grip and pull the bottom release grip at the same time as the pictures shown below: O (CORRECT) X (INCORRECT) Press down Press down Stop bar DISABLE Note: In case the grips clipped together due to your wrong operation, please use a pair of tweezers to...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Jaguar V User Manual Important Information 1. General Information Introduction Package Items Product Features Appearance of Jaguar V 1.4.1 The Front View 1.4.2 The Back View 1.4.3 The Whole View 1.4.4 The Left-hand Side 1.4.5 The Right-hand Side 2. Installation Precaution Stand &...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Jaguar V User Manual Cutting Force and Offset Adjustment How to Cut 3mm Letter How to Make A Long Plot When Completing the Cutting Job Jaguar V Print Driver setting 4-10 4.7.1 Option Page 4-10 4.7.2 Paper Page 4-14 Reference Parameter setting for different materials 4-16 5.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Jaguar V User Manual Chapter 1 General Information Introduction Jaguar V series cutting plotters have been designed to produce computer-generated images or perform contour cutting on sheets or rolls of vinyl media. This manual covers the following models of Jaguar V series cutting plotters: ‧J5-61(LX) for media width: 50mm(1.97”) ~ 770mm(30.3”) ‧J5-101(LX)

  • Page 8: Product Features

    Jaguar V User Manual 3. Flexible Media Support System Package 183/132/101 Items 1 set of Roll Media Flange (2 pieces) 1 set of Roll Holder (2 pieces) 1 set of Roll Holder Guide Bushes (4 pieces) 1 set of Roll Holder Support (2 pieces) 1 piece of M6 L-shape hexagon screw driver 1 piece of Installation Guide for Roll Holder 1 piece of M5 L-shape hexagon screw driver...

  • Page 9: Appearance Of Jaguar V 1.4.1 The Front View

    Jaguar V User Manual Appearance of Jaguar V 1.4.1 The Front View (Figure 1-1) Grid Drums move – the media back and forth during operation. Tool Carriage performs the – cutting with the installed blade and pen with AAS module. Control panel consists of 14 –...

  • Page 10: The Whole View

    Jaguar V User Manual The Whole View of Jaguar V (Figure 1-3) 1.4.3 Roll Holder – holds and supplies the roll media for cutting. Roll Holder Guide Bushes serve to – keep the roll media in place when media is pulled from the roll.

  • Page 11: The Left-Hand Side

    Jaguar V User Manual 1.4.4 The Left-hand Side (Figure 1-4) Power Switch – On when switches to [I]; Off to [O] Figure 1-4 Fuse – 3 Amp. AC Power Connector – used to insert the AC power cord. 1.4.5 The Right-hand Side (Figure 1-5) Serial Interface Connector (RS232C) –...

  • Page 12: Installation 2.1 Precaution

    Jaguar V User Manual Chapter 2 Installation Precaution Please read below information carefully before you start installation. Notice 1 Make sure the power switch is off before installing the cutting plotter.  Carefully handle the cutter to prevent any injuries. ...

  • Page 13: Stand & Flexible Media Support System

    Jaguar V User Manual 2.2 Stand & Flexible Media Support System [for J5-101(LX)/132(LX)/183LX] Step 1 Please examine supplied items in the accessory box of stand carton: 1 set of roll media flange (2 pieces)   1 set of roll holder (2 pieces) 2 pieces of base beams ...
  • Page 14 Jaguar V User Manual Please pay attention to the direction of the base beam (the wheel on the front end of the beam comes with a break while the rear one is on its own). Front Rear Figure2.2- 3 Figure2.2- 2 Step 3 ...
  • Page 15 Jaguar V User Manual Step 5 Remove the cutting plotter from the carton. Position your stand under the plotter, on the bottom of the plotter, there is one hole on each side in the position corresponding to the locating pins, so the locating pins can be located into the holes. Then insert the screws into the holes on the stand to fix the plotter and tighten them up as shown in Figure 2.2-6.
  • Page 16 Jaguar V User Manual Step 6 Insert the roll holder support with the screws into the holes of the stand, and then tighten them up as shown in Figure 2.2-7. You could decide roll holder support’s position by inserting into different holes.
  • Page 17 Jaguar V User Manual Step 8 Turn the screw counter-clockwisely for around three times after unpacking roll holder 2 (Figure 2.2-9). Figure 2.2-9 Step 9 Insert the end of the roll holder without the damper into the left roll holder support and then insert the end of the roll holder with the damper into the right roll holder support.
  • Page 18 Jaguar V User Manual Step 10 Tighten the screw on the damper until it is securely attached to the right roll holder support (Figure 2.2-11). Figure 2.2-11 Step 11 Lastly, the complete picture will be shown like below. ( Figure 2.2-12 Figure 2.2-12 Step 12 Please refer to user manual section 4.1 to learn how to load the roll media.

  • Page 19: Usb Cable Tie And Saddle

    Jaguar V User Manual USB Cable Tie and Saddle The USB cable tie and saddle assembly for the stands with Flexible Media Support System only. Step 1 Insert the cable tie into the upper hole of cable saddle from bottom to top. This side up Step 2 Place the USB cable into the cable tie and tighten the cable tie.
  • Page 20 Jaguar V User Manual Untied way: pull out the cable tie pull up the pin release the cable tie. Pull out the cable tie Pull up the pin Release the cable tie Installation...

  • Page 21: Desktop Flexible Media Support System

    Jaguar V User Manual Desktop Flexible Media Support System [For J5-61(LX)] Step 1 Please examine the following items in stand carton’s accessory box:  1 set of Roll Media Flange (2 pieces) 1 set of Roll Holder (2 pieces)  1 set of Roll Holder Guide Bushes (4 pieces) ...
  • Page 22 Jaguar V User Manual Step 4 Put the bottom of machine in lateral, and position the Roll Holder Assembly beside the bottom of the machine. Then, insert the M6 screws into the holes of Roll Holder support assembly and tighten them with M6 L-shape screwdriver. Like Figure 2.3-3. M6 screws Screw holes Roll Holder Assembly...

  • Page 23: Instruction Of Damper Roller

    Jaguar V User Manual 2.5 Instruction of Damper Roller Turn the wheel as instructed below to adjust damping. The bigger the number is, the stronger the damping. The volume symbol sticker indicates the damping level (Figure 2.3-6, 2.3-7). Figure 2.3-6 Figure 2.3-7 Installation 2-12...

  • Page 24: Blade Installation

    Jaguar V User Manual 2.6 Blade Installation Figure 2.5-1 is the illustrator of the blade holder. Insert a blade into the bottom of the blade holder and remove the blade by pushing the pin. Make sure that your fingers are away from the blade tip.
  • Page 25 Jaguar V User Manual Step 4 Insert the blade holder into tool carriage. Please note the outward ring of the holder must put into the grooves of carriage firmly (see Figure 2.5-5), then fasten the case (Figure 2.5-6). Figure 2.5-5 Figure 2.5-6 Step 5 Use the reversing steps to remove the blade holder.

  • Page 26: Automatic Blade Length Detection

    Jaguar V User Manual 2.7 Automatic Blade Length Detection Figure 2.6-1 is the new blade holder with a scale and the carriage with a mark. This blade holder detects blade length automatically and shows how the knob needs to be turned on the LCM.
  • Page 27 Jaguar V User Manual Figure 2.6-3 Figure 2.6-4 5. The screen will show “Adjustment completes” when the value on the screen is 0, the blade length is perfect and no more adjustment needs to be made. Press “Enter” now to complete the process and you may start cutting at this point.

  • Page 28: Cable Connections

    Jaguar V User Manual 2.8 Cable Connection The cutting plotter communicates with a computer through a USB (Universal Serial Bus), a Serial port (RS-232C) or Ethernet. This chapter shows you how to connect the cutting plotter to a host computer and how to set up the computer/cutting plotter interconnection. Notice: When USB connection is enabled, serial port will be disabled automatically.

  • Page 29: Installing The Driver

    Jaguar V User Manual 2.8.1.2 Installing the driver Use the USB One-click Installation for quick driver installation. Follow the simple steps below for driver setup. Caution!!  If you are using Windows 7 and above as your operating system, make sure you log in using the “Administrator” account. Step 1 Put the installation DVD into your CD-ROM.
  • Page 30 Jaguar V User Manual Step 5 Please make sure the cutting plotter is powered on and connected to theUSB device, and then click OK to next step. Step 6 Confirm to close all running application programs before you start installing the driver, and then click OK.
  • Page 31 Jaguar V User Manual Step 9 Check Install Message to confirm CorelDRAW and AI version and then click OK. Note: (1) If the driver is being installed for a second time, the user will be prompted as to whether a second copy of the driver installation is required. (2) If the user selects yes, a second copy of the driver will be installed.

  • Page 32: Driver Un-Installation

    Jaguar V User Manual 2.8.1.3 Driver Un-installation You have to remove previous version driver installed on your PC system completely before you can install the latest version successfully. Please refer to below steps. Step 1 Go to Control Panel\Hardware and Sound\Devices and Printers window. Right click the printer and select “Remove device.”...
  • Page 33 Jaguar V User Manual Step 2 After removing the unit, click on any printer on the page and select “Print server properties.” (For Win 7 and above) Or right click on blank space and then select “Print server properties.” (For Windows XP) Step 3 Select “Driver”...
  • Page 34 Jaguar V User Manual Step 4 Select the model and click on “Remove”. Step 5 Select “Remove driver and driver package” and click OK. Step 6 Click Yes and then click “Delete” and “OK,” and the driver installed on PC is completely removed.

  • Page 35: Rs-232 Interface

    Jaguar V User Manual 2.8.2 RS-232 Interface  Connecting to the RS-232 (Serial) Port 1. For IBM PC, PS/2 users or compatibles, connect the RS-232C cable to the serial connector of the assigned serial port (COM1 or COM2) of your host computer. 2.
  • Page 36 Jaguar V User Manual Step 2 Press On/Off line and then MISC button on your control panel. POWER SPEED FORCE OFFSET ON/OFF MISC TOOL SELECT DATA CLEAR CUT TEST PAUSE / RESUME ENTER LINE Step 3 Go to the DHCP page and select Enable through the up and down arrow keys, then press Enter.
  • Page 37 Jaguar V User Manual Instruction of Ethernet settings for GreatCut Step 1 Open GreatCut and create a new file and cutting line. Step 2 Go to Output Devices under Settings. Step 3 Select a model at Driver in Setup Device window Installation 2-26...
  • Page 38 Jaguar V User Manual Step 4 Input the IP address you had acquired from the control panel to the TCP/IP. Click OK to complete settings. Step 5 Go to Output under File to check the settings. Complete the driver installation process and your GCC Cutting Plotter is now allowed to network.
  • Page 39 Jaguar V User Manual II. Output through Ethernet Driver Step 1 Connect Ethernet cable to PC and install Cutter Ethernet driver. Then click OK to continue. Step 2 Enter the IP Address shown on the control panel and select the model. (Please refer part 1 instruction.) Installation 2-28...

  • Page 40: Data Transmitting

    Jaguar V User Manual Step 3 The driver is installed. You can output from AI or CorelDRAW directly now. 2.8.4 Data Transmitting There are two options to transmit the data from the computer to the cutting plotter: Option 1: With proper interface settings, the data can be transmitted from your application software package to the cutting plotters directly.
  • Page 41 Jaguar V User Manual Step 2 Click “Advanced” tab, then choose “Print directly to the printer” option. Installation 2-30...
  • Page 42 Jaguar V User Manual Step 3 Send a job from A-PC to the machine to check if A-PC is connected to the machine. Try to send a job to check if the port is working. Step 4 Activate A-PC’s Printer Driver from B-PC’s Network. Step 5 Right-click on the printer icon, and select “Connect”...

  • Page 43: Software Installation

    Jaguar V User Manual 2.9 Software Installation 2.9.1 GreatCut Installation Step 1 Click GreatCut Registration in installation DVD to go http://gccvoucher.eurosystems.lu/, and then enter your voucher code provided when purchasing GreatCut and click “Go on!” Step 2 Click “Request” to go to registration page. Installation 2-32...
  • Page 44 Jaguar V User Manual Step 3 Fill in the required information and click “Request license code.” Step 4 The registration is completed; you should receive two emails, one is registration confirmation with activation link and another is your license data with .ecf file.
  • Page 45 Jaguar V User Manual Step 6 //Or click “Install GreatCut” in installation DVD. Step 7 Select a destination folder. Step 8 Select Typical and click Next. Note: You may select custom setup to install additional drivers. Installation 2-34...
  • Page 46 Jaguar V User Manual Step 9 Select the folder and click Next. Default program folder in the start menu is GCC\GreatCut 3. Step 10 GreatCut is installing. Step 11 Click Finish to complete installation. Installation 2-35...
  • Page 47 Jaguar V User Manual Step 12 Before you launch GreatCut, open the .ecf attached to the license data email to install your license data to GreatCut so that you don’t need to fill in your information again. Step 13 If the license do not install successfully, you will need to fill in your license data manually.

  • Page 48: Sure Cuts A Lot Installation

    Jaguar V User Manual Step 14 GreatCut is ready to use now. 2.9.2 Sure Cuts A Lot Installation (Optional Item) 2.9.2.1 Auto Installation Step 1 Put your installation DVD into your CD-ROM to start the installation. The software is compatible with Windows 7 and above and Macintosh OSX 10.6 and above. Step 2 Select “Install Sure Cuts A Lot”...
  • Page 49 Jaguar V User Manual Step 4 Select “I accept the agreement” and press “Next.” Step 5 Use the default folder (suggested) or select a folder you want to install the Sure Cuts A Lot and press “Next.” Step 6 Tick “Create a desktop icon” if you want to create a shortcut on your desktop, and tick “Associated scut4 extension”...
  • Page 50 Jaguar V User Manual Step 7 Don’t tick “Install USB Driver” and tick “Launch Sure Cuts A Lot,” and then press “Finish” to compete installation. Step 8 Run Sure Cuts A Lot. Step 9 Press “Activate…”to activate Sure Cuts A Lot. Please make sure it is connected to the internet.
  • Page 51 Jaguar V User Manual Step 10 Put your name in the Name column and enter the 25-letter software key shown on the DVD front cover to the Serial column and press “OK” to complete the activation. Step 11 Launch Sure Cuts A Lot, select “My Cutter” under “Cutter” and select “Manage Cutters.”...

  • Page 52: Manually Activate Software

    Jaguar V User Manual Note  If you use a trial version to output graphics, meaning you do not enter the software key to activate the Sure Cuts A Lot mentioned above, there will be two extra lines cut through the design, therefore, make sure the Sure Cuts A Lot software is activated before implementing cutting jobs.

  • Page 53: Re-Install Sure Cuts A Lot Software

    Jaguar V User Manual Step 4 Copy and paste the activation code back into the activation dialog box of Sure Cuts A Lot program and hit ok. 2.9.2.3 Re-install Sure Cuts A Lot Software If you change a new computer, you may need to deactivate your Sure Cuts A Lot software and re-install it on your new device.
  • Page 54 Jaguar V User Manual Installation 2-43...
  • Page 55 Jaguar V User Manual Chapter 3 The Control Panel This chapter describes the button operations with the LCM menu flowcharts of Jaguar V. When the cutting plotter is ready for use as described in Chapter 1 & 2, all functions are under default parameters.

  • Page 56: Menu In On-Line Mode

    Jaguar V User Manual Please see details in “3.4 Menu Items” Menu in On-line Mode Power On Jaguar V in processing Cutter LCM Version- - - Jaguar V Firmware: Copyright: Place Media And Then Lower Down The Lever Roll Edge Single to select Sizing Media Width...

  • Page 57: Menu In Off-Line Mode

    Jaguar V User Manual Menu in Off-line Mode Press [ON/OFF LINE] to switch to the offline mode Offline For System Setup move origin M [ SPEED ] Speed: 72 cm/s Speed: 3~153 with an increment of 3(cm/s) Select: OK:ENTER UP Speed: 72 cm/s : 3~153 with an increment of 3(cm/s) UP Speed...
  • Page 58 Jaguar V User Manual 1S:72 F:80 O:0.275 M Select: OK:ENTER Offline For System Setup Set Smoothing Cut Select: OK:ENTER OverCut: 0.00~1.00mm with an OverCut: 0.00mm increment of 0.05mm Select: OK:ENTER [ TOOL SELECT] Set Tangential Mode Select: OK:ENTER Pouncing 0 mm Pouncing: 0~200mm with an Select: OK:ENTER...

  • Page 59: Menu Items

    Jaguar V User Manual 3.4 Menu Items Below describes the functions of menu items Menu or Key Function Setting Default --- Media sizing --- Roll To measure media width. Maximum Media Length 150 meters Edge To measure media width and pull the media back till the front Maximum Media paper sensor open.
  • Page 60 Jaguar V User Manual Up Accel. To set or modify tool acceleration levels while the tool move High, Medium, Medium from endpoint to next start point at horizontal moving. [ CUT TEST ] Square Cut To perform a cutting test at present blade position. For more information, please refer to “4.3 Adjusting the Cutting Force and Offset”...
  • Page 61 Jaguar V User Manual Over Cut To generate an overcut to facilitate weeding. 0.00mm-1.00mm 0.00mm 0.05mm/per step Set Tangential To enable the emulated tangential-cutting mode for thicker Enable Mode media types and small letter cuts. Note: while the Offset value setting at 0.000 mm, “Set Tangential Mode”...
  • Page 62 Jaguar V User Manual Data Bits refers to the size of one block of data. Parity is used to check if data was revived correctly or not. 9600, n, 7, 1, p 9600pbs, 7 Bits with NO Parity 9600, o, 7, 1, p 9600pbs, 7 Bits with ODD Parity 9600, e, 7, 1, p 9600pbs, 7 Bits with EVEN Parity...

  • Page 63: Media Loading 4.1.1 Loading The Sheet Media

    Jaguar V User Manual Chapter 4 Operation Media Loading 4.1.1 Loading the Sheet Media To load the media properly, please follow the procedures listed below: Step 1 Use the lever on the upper right side of the cutting plotter to raise or lower down pinch rollers. Pull the lever forward until it makes a clicking sound then the pinch rollers are raised ( Figure Lever...
  • Page 64 Jaguar V User Manual Step 3 Then move the pinch rollers manually to the proper position. Be sure the pinch rollers must be positioned above the grid drum. The white marks on the top trail will remind you where the grid drums are (Figure 4-3).

  • Page 65: Loading The Roll Media

    Jaguar V User Manual Note: Please pull up the bottom of all pinch rollers (Figure 4-5) before the lever is pushed backwards to ensure accurate media width detection. Pull up bottom to release grip ENABLE Figure 4-5 4.1.2 Loading the Roll Media Step 1 Put the roll holder guide bushes on two roll holders (Figure 4-6).
  • Page 66 Jaguar V User Manual Step 2 -- Option A (Use the media flanges) (Recommended) Insert a roll media flange at the end of each roll media and tighten the thumbscrew until the roll media is firmly gripped (see Figure 4-7). Then put the roll media on the roll holders.
  • Page 67 Jaguar V User Manual Step 3 Load the media on the platen. Please refer to “4.1.1 Loading the sheet media”. After loading the roll media, flatten the media on the platen and hold the front edge of the roll media firmly (Figure 4-10).

  • Page 68: Tracking Performance

    Jaguar V User Manual Tracking Performance In order to achieve the best tracking performance for a long plot, we recommend some significant media loading procedures described as follows: If the media length is less than 4 meters, leave the margin of 0.5mm—25mm in the left and right edges of the media (Figure 4-12).

  • Page 69: Cutting Force And Offset Adjustment

    Jaguar V User Manual Cutting Force and Offset Adjustment Before sending your designs for cutting, you may perform a “cut test” to generate satisfactory cutting results. The “Cut Test” should be repeated until the appropriate cutting conditions for the media are discovered. After sizing the media, press [CUT TEST] button to select the “square cut”, and press [ENTER KEY] to confirm.

  • Page 70: How To Cut 3Mm Letter

    Jaguar V User Manual How to Cut 3mm Letters To obtain good quality output, narrow media is recommended. However, if wide media is used, you should: Position two pinch rollers as close as possible to both edges of the cutting area. Make sure the loaded media is held flat with equal tension across the platen.

  • Page 71: When Completing The Cutting Job

    Jaguar V User Manual Then turn the roll downward to make an equal tension across the media (See Figure 4-16) Make sure that the media tension is equally distributed from left to right. If the media is not tight enough against the platen, it will cause tracking problems.

  • Page 72: Jaguar V Print Driver Setting

    Jaguar V User Manual 4.7 Jaguar V Print Driver setting 4.7.1 Jaguar V Print Driver setting>Option Page Setting: You can adjust the following settings, depending on your application or results you would like to achieve. Quality: [Slower speeds / higher quality - Faster speeds / lower quality] The Cutting Quality setting function allows you to adjust and balance vector mode’s quality and speed settings based on your specific job.
  • Page 73 Jaguar V User Manual Back to home: The carriage will return to the original position when this option is selected. Section Cutting: Users can output long picture by section cutting which could make cutting more stable and get superior cutting quality. Users can set the section by registration marks or input the value manually.
  • Page 74 Jaguar V User Manual • LOAD: This function allows you to load previously saved print driver parameters. • ORIGINAL: This function will load the print driver’s original factory parameter settings. • SAVE TO DEFAULT: This function allows you to save your current print driver parameters as the default startup settings.
  • Page 75 Jaguar V User Manual Figure 4-19 To activate the Die Cut function, go to “Option”, tick “Die Cut”, and enter the amount you wish for the “Length” and “Force” of both Die Cut and Kiss Cut, then click “OK” (see figure 4-20). Note: The length setting for the cutting line of Die Cut is in the range of 0-2000mm...

  • Page 76: Paper Page

    Jaguar V User Manual When the job is completed and you untick the Die Cut function, you will be able to adjust the pen speed, pen force, and offset in the section on the top following normal operating procedures (see figure 4-21). Note: 1.
  • Page 77 Jaguar V User Manual Paper Size (Paper Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: Y = the width of machine; X will be automatically set to be twice the length of Y] The paper size represents your total work area. The X value represents the length and the Y value represents the width.

  • Page 78: Reference Parameter Setting For Different Materials

    Jaguar V User Manual 4.8 Reference Parameter setting for different materials The following reference parameter is used on GCC verified materials shown in the table. Material Wall stickers Magnets Personalized stickers Window decoration Blade green Blade tip length (mm) 0.28 0.25 Force (g) Speed (cm/sec)
  • Page 79 Jaguar V User Manual Chapter 5 Automatic-Aligning System Please note that this chapter is only an instruction to AASII; for step-by-step instructions, please refer to the following chapters: 08_A-3 CorelDraw Plug-In, 08_A-4 Illustrator Plug-In, 08_A-5 GreatCut Plug-In. Introduction The Jaguar V LX cutting plotters feature a standard Automatic-Aligning System (AAS II) to guarantee precise contour cutting quality by detecting the registration marks printed around the graphic.

  • Page 80: Aas Contour Cutting System

    Jaguar V User Manual AAS Contour Cutting System The AAS system has one calibration procedures to ensure maximum accuracy of AAS operation. To operate the AAS you need to learn about the method of media feeding firstly. (Refer to 4.1 Media Loading.) 5.2.1 Notice for Registration Marks The first registration mark is designed to be different in order to identify the origin for AAS auto-detection.

  • Page 81: Aas Ii On Jaguar V

    Jaguar V User Manual 5.2.2 AAS II on Jaguar V There are three types of AAS II mark patterns: 4-Point Positioning, Segmental Positioning, and Multiple Copies. Note that before print out your designs by inkjet printers, the registration marks have to be created on your graphic designs by cutting software like SignPal or GCC CorelDraw plug-in.
  • Page 82 Jaguar V User Manual  High Precision Long Picture Cutting JAGUAR V series performs section cutting to enhance output qualities. The object will be output following the section pattern based on the Segmental Positioning parameters. Cutting sequence: Section1-> Section 2-> Section 3- > Section 4 3.

  • Page 83: Automatic Distinction Of The Plot Direction

    Jaguar V User Manual 5.2.3 Automatic Distinction of the Plot Direction For the convenience of users, JAGUAR V series automatically detects the feeding direction of the material when performing contour cutting. Figure 5-1 shows the Registration Mark detection sequence when the material is fed in the standard way (1->2->3->4) while Figure 5-2 is how JAGUAR V series detects registration marks (3->4->1->2) when the material is reversely fed.

  • Page 84: Aas Offset Test

    Jaguar V User Manual AAS Offset Test Before performing AAS contour cutting, it’s recommended to print out a test file that you can find in the enclosed Installation DVD to make sure the AAS II cutting accuracy of Jaguar V. There are two testing files for AASII: AAS II_X_Y_Offset_Caberation_A4 .eps (A4 size) AAS II_X_Y_Offset_Caberation_600_600 .eps (Default setting, it is recommended...

  • Page 85: Registration Mark Offset Range

    Jaguar V User Manual Note:  Before adjusting the AAS II settings, please proceed scaling for width and length.  The blade offset value isn’t set for this test graphic, please set it according to the blade you use.  If you have any question, please contact us or your local distributor for assistance. Registration Mark Offset Range Please correctly load your media (refer to the alignment ruler on the platen) to make sure the registration marks are successfully detected.

  • Page 86: Contour Cutting

    Jaguar V User Manual Contour Cutting For accurate contour cutting with AAS function, please proceed the following steps: Step 1 Creating Graphics ■ Create the graphic that you want to print and cut in your software. ■ Create a contour for cutting around the graphic. TIPS1: Leave some space between the graphic and contour line.
  • Page 87 Jaguar V User Manual * Auto-detection function on the 1 mark covers the grey area Suggested 30mm margin on both left and right sides of media sheet.  Suggested 20~30mm margin on top of media sheet, and at least 50mm margin on ...

  • Page 88: Tips For Aas

    Jaguar V User Manual Step 4 Load the printout onto cutter ■ The Origin Mark is different from the rest registration marks. Please make sure the media is fed with correct direction. Step 5 Cut the Contour ■ Send out the command from software to perform the contour cutting job. Tips for AAS For getting better results of contour cutting, there are some tips below for your reference.
  • Page 89 Jaguar V User Manual Chapter 6 Basic Maintenance This chapter explains the basic maintenance (i.e. cleaning the cutting plotter) required for the cutting plotter. Except for the procedures mentioned below, all other maintenance must be performed by a qualified service technician. Cleaning the Cutting Plotter Cleaning the machine properly and regularly will ensure optimal performance out of your machine.

  • Page 90: Cleaning The Grid Drum

    Jaguar V User Manual Cleaning the Grid Drum 1. Turn off the cutting plotter, and move the tool carriage away from the area needed to be cleaned. 2. Raise the pinch rollers and move them away from the grid drum for cleaning. 3.
  • Page 91 Jaguar V User Manual Chapter 7 Trouble Shooting This chapter is to help you correct some common problems you may come across. Prior to getting into the details of this chapter, please be sure that your application environment is compatible with the cutting plotter. Note: Before having your cutting plotter serviced, please make certain that the malfunction is in your cutting...

  • Page 92: Operational Problems

    Jaguar V User Manual Operational Problems Some mechanical problems or failure during operation will cause some problems. The error messages shown on the LCM present the problem first, and followed by recommended actions. If the problem still exists after the recommended actions have been done, have your cutting plotter serviced.

  • Page 93: Communication Problems

    Jaguar V User Manual Cutting Plotter/Computer Communication Problems The messages showed below present problems in relation to cutting plotter/computer communication. Is the connection cable Communication Error connected to the cutting plotter Setup: MISC. key and computer properly? Has the interface setting Refer to Chapter 2 - been done correctly? Connecting your cutting...

  • Page 94: Software Problems

    Jaguar V User Manual Software Problems Check the following first: Does your software package indicate that it will work with your computer and cutting plotter? Does your software support HP-GL and HP-GL/2 drivers? (* check the configuration settings of your software.) Does the cutting plotter interface Most well known cutting softwares match the requirements of your...

  • Page 95: Cutting Quality Problem

    Jaguar V User Manual Cutting Quality Problems Note: The daily maintenance of your cutting plotter is very important. Be sure to clean up the grid drum and pinch rollers regularly for better cutting accuracy and output quality. Is the blade installed correctly and the blade holder fastened securely? Refer to Chapter 2.4 Is the blade dull...
  • Page 96 Jaguar V User Manual Jaguar V Specification Model Number J5-61(LX) J5-101(LX) J5-132(LX) J5-183LX Operational Method Roller-Type Max. Cutting Width 610mm (24in) 1016mm (40in) 1320mm (52in) 1830mm(72in) Max. Cutting Length 50m (164ft) Max. Media Loading Width 770mm (30.3in) 1270mm(50in) 1594mm(62.7in) 1990mm(78.3 in) 50mm (1.97in) Min.
  • Page 97 Jaguar V User Manual  Compatible with Windows 7 and above & MAC OS X 10.6 and above. (*Purchasing serial number for “Sure Cuts A Lot” software to work with Mac OS.)  The specification and data sheet may vary with different materials used. In order to obtain the best output quality, please maintain the machine regularly and properly.
  • Page 98 Jaguar V User Manual Jaguar V LX-R Specification Model Number J5-61LX-R J5-132LX-R Operational Method Roller-Type Max. Cutting Width 610mm (24in) 1320mm (52in) Max. Cutting Length 50m (164ft) Max. Media Loading Width 770mm (30.3in) 1594mm(62.7in) 50mm (1.97in) Min. Media Loading Width Number of Pinch Rollers Acceptable Material Thickness 0.8mm (0.03in)
  • Page 99 Jaguar V User Manual  The Jaguar V LX-R series are specially designed for reflective films.  Compatible with Windows 7 and above & MAC OS X 10.6 and above. (*Purchasing serial number for “Sure Cuts A Lot” software to work with Mac OS.) ...
  • Page 100 Jaguar V User Manual Jaguar V LX-W Specification Model Number J5-101LX-W J5-183LX-W Operational Method Roller-Type Max. Cutting Width 1016mm (40in) 1830mm(72in) Max. Cutting Length 50m (164ft) Max. Media Loading Width 1270mm(50in) 1900mm(74.8in) 50mm (1.97in) Min. Media Loading Width 300mm (11.8in) Number of Pinch Rollers Acceptable Material Thickness 0.8mm (0.03in)
  • Page 101 Jaguar V User Manual  The Jaguar V LX-W series are specially designed for window films.  Compatible with Windows 7 and above & MAC OS X 10.6 and above. (*Purchasing serial number for “Sure Cuts A Lot” software to work with Mac OS.) ...

  • Page 102: Blade Specification

    Jaguar V User Manual Blade Specification For cutting thick fluorescent and window tint film. Also for cutting detailed work in standard vinyl. 202003480G The blade is 45° with Red Cap (5-unit package), 0.25 mm blade offset, and 2.5 mm blade diameter. For cutting reflective vinyl, cardboard, sandblast, flock, and stencil sharp edge.
  • Page 103 Jaguar V User Manual About the Tool A generic term referring to the blade that cuts the sheet, the pen that does plotting, and the LED bombsight (option) used for pointing to the reference point. OFFSET is the distance that the blade tip is displaced from the centerline of the blade. Blade Central line Blade tip...
  • Page 104 Jaguar V User Manual CorelDRAW Plug-In Instruction AASII VBA Installer is applicable for CorelDRAW Version 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Installation Please refer to Step 8 in Chapter 2.8.1.2 Driver Installation to install AAS plug-in for CorelDRAW. Run CorelDRAW AAS Plug-in Step 1 Run CorelDRAW to edit your graphics and select all images at once when you wish to plot.
  • Page 105 Jaguar V User Manual Step 3 Click on “Apply” and select whether you would like to add the registration marks by page size or by object. Step 4 Now you can print out the image file with registration marks. Note: “Add Registration Mark by Object” will be the default selection if you click on the image whereas “Add Registration Mark by page size”...
  • Page 106 Jaguar V User Manual Add Registration Mark by page size If you tick “Add Registration Mark by page size” as shown in the figure below and click “Apply”, your registration marks will be created automatically (please see Figure A3-1). Note: The length setting will be in the range of 5-25mm according to your page size.
  • Page 107 Jaguar V User Manual Workable area It allows users to edit and cut graphics in the area outside the registration marks when adding registration marks by page. For A4 size media sheet, the workable area is 2.5mm extended from the registration mark on left and right sides and 4.5mm extended from the registration mark on top side.
  • Page 108 Jaguar V User Manual Add Registration Mark by Object If you tick “Add Registration Mark by Object”, you will be offered three options of registration marks as shown below. 4-Point Positioning  Length: The length of marks  Range: 5mm~50mm ...
  • Page 109 Jaguar V User Manual 4-Point Positioning 4-Point Positioning  Length: The length of marks  Range: 5mm~50mm  Optimized Setting: 25mm  Thickness: The line thickness of marks  Range: 1mm~2mm  Optimized Setting: 1mm  Margin: The distance between marks and images ...
  • Page 110 Jaguar V User Manual Note: 1. To save your materials, in addition to amending object margins, you can also adjust the length of the registration marks (5mm minimum) when you apply 4-Point Positioning (see table 1 for suggestions based on different material sizes). The smaller the size is, the smaller the distance between the object and the registration marks is (see the figures below).
  • Page 111 Jaguar V User Manual Segmental Positioning For precise cutting quality, it is suggested to select “Segmental Positioning” when you are working on an extra long or large-sized image to increase cutting accuracy. Segmental Positioning  X Step: The distance of intermediate position on the X axis ...
  • Page 112 Jaguar V User Manual Multiple Copies It is suggested to select “Multiple Copies” when you would like to make several copies of one image on your material to increase cutting accuracy. Multiple Copies  No. of X Copies: The numbers of copies on X axis ...
  • Page 113 Jaguar V User Manual Contour cutting through CorelDraw Step 1 Position the paper with registration marks printed by your printer on the GCC cutter. Step 2 Select “FilesPrint”. Figure A3-13 Note: if you use CorelDraw X5 and later, you must follow the steps below. Step 1 Click the “color”...
  • Page 114 Jaguar V User Manual Step 2 Go to the “Layout” page and select Bottom left corner at “Reposition images to”. Figure A3-15 Step 3 Click “Print”. CorelDRAW Plug-In...
  • Page 115 Jaguar V User Manual Illustrator Plug-In Instruction AASII VBA Installer is applicable for Adobe Illustrator Version CS4, CS5, CS6, CC. Installation Please refer to Step 8 in Chapter 2.8.1.2 Driver Installation to install AAS plug-in for Adobe Illustrator. Printer Setting Step 1 Go to Control Panel, right click on the printer and select Printer Properties to open the Printer Properties page...
  • Page 116 Jaguar V User Manual Step 2 Go to the Advanced page and make sure the “Enable advanced printing features” box is unchecked. Illustrator Plug-In...
  • Page 117 Jaguar V User Manual User Instructions Step 1 Open Illustrator. Step 2 Edit your image and create a contour line (Note: you must have the line width set as 0.001mm). Contour line Step 3 Click on the image and apply the AAS function (FileScripts_AASII_Plug_In). Illustrator Plug-In...
  • Page 118 Jaguar V User Manual Step 4 Select the registration marks needed Step 5 Three types of registration marks are introduced here: 4-Point Positioning, Segmental Positioning and Multiple Copies. Note: The values entered in the “4-Point Positioning” section (length, thickness and margin) Step 6 Confirm the registration marks (the 4-Point Position mark is used as an illustration in the will still be applied when you tick “Segmental Positioning”...
  • Page 119 Jaguar V User Manual Step 6 Confirm the registration marks (the 4-Point Position mark is used as an illustration in the following steps). Step 7 Click on the blank area on the page and then click “Document Setup”. Illustrator Plug-In...
  • Page 120 Jaguar V User Manual Step 8 Hit “Edit Artboards”. Click on “Presets → Fit Artboard to Artwork bounds”. Step 9 Illustrator Plug-In...
  • Page 121 Jaguar V User Manual Step 10 Please move your mouse to the tool bar on the left when step 9 is finished and then click “Selection Tool”. Step 11 This will take you back to the edit mode. Illustrator Plug-In...
  • Page 122 Jaguar V User Manual Step 12 Print out the file with the contour line and the registration marks. Step 13 Place the printed file on the cutter, lower the pinch rollers and then position the carriage at the origin of the registration marks. Step 14 Send the file to the cutter.
  • Page 123 Jaguar V User Manual Step 15 Select the cutter model, position the object in the bottom left corner. Step 16 Your job is now completed. Illustrator Plug-In...
  • Page 124 Jaguar V User Manual Add Registration Mark by page size If you want to create registration mark by page size, select the object, go to “Scripts” under “File” and select “_AASII_Plug_In” Tick “Make by page size” and click “Apply” and the registration mark will be created on the 4 corners of the page automatically, sown as below.
  • Page 125 Jaguar V User Manual Workable area It allows users to edit and cut graphics in the area outside the registration marks when adding registration marks by page. For A4 size media sheet, the workable area is 2.5mm extended from the registration mark on left and right sides and 4.5mm extended from the registration mark on top side.
  • Page 126 Jaguar V User Manual Add Registration Mark by Object If you add registration mark by Object, you will be offered three options of registration marks. Firstly, select the graphic which you want to add registration mark on and go to “Scripts” under “File”...
  • Page 127 Jaguar V User Manual Three types of registration marks 4-Point Positioning 4-Point Positioning  Length: The length of marks  Range: 5mm~50mm  Optimized Setting: 25mm  Thickness: The line thickness of marks  Range: 1mm~2mm  Optimized Setting: 1mm ...
  • Page 128 Jaguar V User Manual Note: 1. To save your materials, in addition to amending object margins, you can also adjust the length of the registration marks (5mm minimum) when you apply 4-Point Positioning (see table 1 for suggestions based on different material sizes). The smaller the size is, the smaller the distance between the object and the registration marks is (see the figures below).
  • Page 129 Jaguar V User Manual Segmental Positioning For precise cutting quality, it is suggested to select “Segmental Positioning” when you are working on an extra long or large-sized image to increase cutting accuracy. Segmental Positioning  X Step: The distance of intermediate position on the X axis ...
  • Page 130 Jaguar V User Manual Multiple Copies It is suggested to select “Multiple Copies” when you would like to make several copies of one image on your material to increase cutting accuracy. Multiple Copies  No. of X Copies: The numbers of copies on X axis ...
  • Page 131 Jaguar V User Manual GreatCut Plug-In Instruction The user manual of GreatCut software is available on the GCC installation DVD. GCC AASII System Below is a step-by-step instruction of using the AAS function in GreatCut software through CorelDRAW and Adobe Illustrator. Edit your image in CorelDRAW 4-Point Positioning Step 1...
  • Page 132 Jaguar V User Manual Step 2 Complete contour line settings (including contour offset value) and press Calculate to confirm. Contour offset is the distance between the object and the contour line. Contour lines will be added to the images. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 133 Jaguar V User Manual Tips: Vector object to create round outline In general for vector objects you will get better results with the outline function. You will see the difference between "Normal" and "Round" in sharp corners. The picture is shown as below: Normal Round...
  • Page 134 Jaguar V User Manual Step 3 Press the Settings icon on the GreatCut toolbar. Step 4 Press the button on the right of Jog marks. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 135 Jaguar V User Manual Step 5 Adjust the size, object margin and line thickness of your registration marks in the Setup-Jog Marks window and click OK. 4-Point Positioning  Size: The length of marks  Range: 5mm~50mm  Optimized Setting: 25mm ...
  • Page 136 Jaguar V User Manual Step 7 Click the Set Jog Marks Icon on the GreatCut toolbar. The system will create the 4 marks as shown in the picture below. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 137 Jaguar V User Manual Note: 1. To save your materials, in addition to amending object margins, you can also adjust the length of the registration marks (5mm minimum) when you apply the above function(see table 1 for suggestions based on different material sizes). The smaller the size is, the smaller the distance between the object and the registration marks is (see the figures below).
  • Page 138 Jaguar V User Manual Output Step 1 Select both the entire object (including registration marks and the contour line) and press the Cut icon on the GreatCut toolbar. Step 2 The system will activate GreatCut automatically and import the registration marks and contour line to GreatCut.
  • Page 139 Jaguar V User Manual Step 3 Select Output under File. Step 4. Select Cut with AAS in Mode/Tool in the Output to device window. Complete the settings of AAS Offset, Pressure, Speed, Material width and so on. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 140 Jaguar V User Manual Step 5 Click output and the object will be sent to GCC Cutting Plotter. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 141 Jaguar V User Manual Note: The difference amount Number of outputs, Number of copies, and Step count in the Output window. 1. When Number of outputs is set as 2, the square and the triangle will be cut 1 time and then the square and the triangle will be cut 1 time at next position.
  • Page 142 Jaguar V User Manual Advanced Settings Segmental Positioning For precise cutting quality, it is suggested to apply “Segmental Positioning” by adjusting the x and y distance when you are working on an extra long or large-size image to increase cutting quality.
  • Page 143 Jaguar V User Manual The system will create the marks as shown in the picture below. Y axis X axis Segmental Positioning Follow the same steps in the Output section to output your image to GCC Cutting Plotter. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 144 Jaguar V User Manual Multiple Copies Follow the same steps in the 4-Point Positioning section to complete the contour line setting and registration mark creation procedures. When you apply the “Multiple Copies” function, the value that has been set in this section will still be applied.
  • Page 145 Jaguar V User Manual Click on the Multi-copy Icon on the GreatCut toolbar and complete the Number in X/Y (the number of copies desired on the X/Y axis) and Distance in X/Y (distance between each copy) settings then click OK. Note: The spacing of vertical &...
  • Page 146 Jaguar V User Manual The system will create several copies of the object with registration marks as shown in the picture below. Follow the same steps in the Output section to output your image to GCC Cutting Plotter. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 147 Jaguar V User Manual Edit your image in Adobe Illustrator 4-Point Positioning Step 1 Create a new file in Adobe Illustrator. Step 2 Select the image and go to Contour in GreatCu in File. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 148 Jaguar V User Manual Step 3 Complete contour line settings (including contour offset value) and press Calculate to confirm. Contour offset is the distance between the object and the contour line. Contour line is now added to the object. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 149 Jaguar V User Manual Tips: Vector object to create round outline In general for vector objects you will get better results with the outline function. You will see the difference between "Normal" and "Round" in sharp corners. The picture is shown as below: Normal Round...
  • Page 150 Jaguar V User Manual Step 4 Click Settings on GreatCut under File. Step 5 Press the button on the right of Jog marks. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 151 Jaguar V User Manual Step 6 Adjust the size, object margin and line thickness of your registration marks and click OK. 4-Point Positioning  Size: The length of marks  Range: 5mm~50mm  Optimized Setting: 25mm  Object margin: The distance between marks and images ...
  • Page 152 Jaguar V User Manual Step 8 Click Set Jog Marks on GreatCut under File. The system will create the 4 marks as shown in the picture below. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 153 Jaguar V User Manual Output Step 1 Select both the entire object (including registration marks and the contour line) then click Cut on GreatCut under File. Step 2 The system will activate GreatCut automatically and import the registration marks and contour line to GreatCut.
  • Page 154 Jaguar V User Manual Step 3 Select Output under File. Step 4 Select Cut with AAS in Mode/Tool in the Output to device window. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 155 Jaguar V User Manual Step 5 Click output and the object will be sent to GCC Cutting Plotter GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 156 Jaguar V User Manual Note: The difference amount Number of outputs, Number of copies, and Step count in the Output window. 1. When Number of outputs is set as 2, the square and the triangle will be cut 1 time and then the square and the triangle will be cut 1 time at next position.
  • Page 157 Jaguar V User Manual Advanced Settings Segmental Positioning For precise cutting quality, it is suggested to apply “Segmental Positioning” by adjusting the x and y distance when you are working on an extra long or large-size image to increase cutting quality.
  • Page 158 Jaguar V User Manual Step 1 Click on the Set Jog Marks Icon on the GreatCut toolbar and 4 marks will be created as shown in the picture below. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 159 Jaguar V User Manual Step 2 Follow the same steps in the 4-Point Positioning section to complete the contour line setting and registration mark creation procedures. When you apply the “Multiple Copies” function, the value that has been set in this section will still be applied.
  • Page 160 Jaguar V User Manual Step 4 Click Multi-Copy on GreatCut under File. GreatCut Plug-In...
  • Page 161 Jaguar V User Manual Step 5 Complete the Number in X/Y (the number of copies desired on the X/Y axis) and Distance in X/Y (distance between each copy) settings then click OK. Note: The spacing of vertical & horizontal (Offset X & Y) should be ≥ 20mm or = 0mm; users are advised to set the Distance in X/Y as 0 mm to remove the space between each copy to avoid the waste of materials.
  • Page 162 Jaguar V User Manual SignPal 12 Instruction The SignPal 12 Software is Windows System compatible and all versions support the AAS II contour cutting function. SignPal 12 Instruction Index: [1] Installing the SignPal 12 software [2] Set up your GCC Cutter on Production Manager [3] SignPal AAS II Quick Start [4] SignPal 12 Features List [1] Installing the SignPal 12 software...
  • Page 163 Jaguar V User Manual (1) Install and activate software on an online computer 1. Launch your browser and type https://www.saicloud.com in address bar and press enter, then input your activation code, then click Activate, activation code can be found in the code label in software package. 2.
  • Page 164 Jaguar V User Manual 3. Check your mailbox and click website link in the email then complete the information fields. SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 165 Jaguar V User Manual 4. Open Autorun in the WinRAR file. Then install software step by step by following the wizard. SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 166 Jaguar V User Manual 5. Paste your code into activation code field. 6. Select language you need, click OK and finish installation. SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 167 Jaguar V User Manual (2) Install and activate software on an offline computer 1. Open Autorun in the WinRAR file. Then install software step by step by following the wizard. SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 168 Jaguar V User Manual 2. Record your computer ID in the dialog box below and look up your computer name, You can find your computer name by right-click on My Computer and choose Properties. 3. Launch your browser on another online computer and type https://www.saicloud.com in the address bar and press enter, then input...
  • Page 169 Jaguar V User Manual 4. In login section, click I am new to the SAi Cloud and input your email address, then click Create Account, an email will be sent to your mailbox. 5. Check your mailbox and click website link in the email then complete the information fields.
  • Page 170 Jaguar V User Manual 6. Click “License Manager” can’t connect and input your computer ID and computer name that you recorded for the offline computer before, then click Create license Now and Download License, save license file to local. SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 171 Jaguar V User Manual 7. Copy license file to offline computer via a removable disk device, then import it. 8. Select language you need, then click OK and finish installation. SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 172 Jaguar V User Manual (3) Transfer license on an online computer 1. Open License Manager from Start menu. 2. Click Remove License From This computer, Now you can install the software on another computer. SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 173 Jaguar V User Manual (4)Transfer license on an offline computer 1. Open License Manager from Start menu. 2. Click Remove License From This computer, then record removal code in license dialog box. 3. Launch your browser on another online computer, access https://www.saicloud.com and login with your account.
  • Page 174 Jaguar V User Manual [2] Set up your GCC Cutter on Production Manager 1. Open Production Manager 12 2. Choose and set up your GCC cutter. (Note that AAS II System only works on RX II, Jaguar V LX, Puma III, Expert II LX models.) SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 175 Jaguar V User Manual SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 176 Jaguar V User Manual 3. Select File > Print Setup in SignPal Software and select the printer. SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 177 Jaguar V User Manual 4. Select File > Document Setup in SignPal and select paper size . SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 178 Jaguar V User Manual [3] SignPal AASII Quick Start 1. Use the Rectangle Tool to create a rectangle. 2. Select Effect > Contour Cut. Then click ‘Apply’ in DesignCentral window. SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 179 Jaguar V User Manual 3. Apply the contour cut mark of GCC AASII by selecting Effect > Contour Cut Mark. 4. Select “GCC AASII” in SignPal DesignCentral window to create the AAS II registration marks (4-Point Positioning) and click ‘Apply’ in DesignCentral window. SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 180 Jaguar V User Manual 5. There are three types of GCC AASII registration marks: 4-Point Positioning, Segmental Positioning, and Multiple Copies. To make ‘Segmental Positioning’ marks, please select “GCC Segmentation” in DesignCentral window and then click ‘Apply’. 6. For ‘Multiple Copies’, this function is not available in SignPal. Currently the ‘Multiple Copies’...
  • Page 181 Jaguar V User Manual 8. Set the Scale as 100% in Print page. 9. Load the printout vinyl on the plotter and select File > Cut Contour to send data. You can preview the job and change cutter’s parameter settings in ‘Properties’ tab of Cut Contour window.
  • Page 182 Jaguar V User Manual SignPal 12 Instruction...
  • Page 183 Jaguar V User Manual [4] SignPal 12 Features List Expert Apprentice Text ● ● Text Tool ● Arc Text ● Path Text ● ● Vertical Text ● Vertical Path Text ● Kerning ● ● Break Apart/ Join Drawing ● ● Bezier ●...
  • Page 184 Jaguar V User Manual ● Scissors ● Make Right Angle ● Break Path ● Join Paths ● Align Horizontal ● Align Vertical ● Align Points Apply Length and ● Angle ● Remove Tiny Objects ● Vector Eraser ● Cleaver by Path Working with Files ●...
  • Page 185 Jaguar V User Manual ● ● Align ● ● Spacing ● ● Rotate ● ● Resize ● ● Deskew ● ● Mirror ● Step and Repeat Effects ● Combine ● Outline ● ● Contour Cut ● ● Contour Cut Mark ●...
  • Page 186 Jaguar V User Manual Sure Cuts A Lot There are basic instructions of Sure Cut A Lot below. If you need detailed instruction, please refer to Sure Cut A Lot Help. 1. Select the cutter you want to output and change the work area. Step 1 Run Sure Cuts A Lot software.
  • Page 187 Jaguar V User Manual Step 3 Select company / brand as GCC and select model you want to output and then click the “<--Add to list” button. Step 4 Select GCC on the left and click “Done.” Step 5 If you want to change the material size and orientation, you can fill a proper value in the Document window.
  • Page 188 Jaguar V User Manual 2. Insert Graphics from Library Step 1 Select graphics from library to insert a selected design. 3. Draw Text Click on the T icon at left side to create the text and select the font you like at text window. Sure Cuts A Lot...
  • Page 189 Jaguar V User Manual 4. Import Design If you have created your design in other design software, go to “import” or “place image” under file to import it, SCA supports svg, scut, scal, pdf, ai. wpc eps, bmp, gif, jpg and png files.
  • Page 190 Jaguar V User Manual Step 2 Click on “Choose an image” to input the image, adjust Image Settings and Output Settings, and click OK. Then the outline of the image will be outputted automatically. Note  The contrast and pixels of import images will affect the trace image result.
  • Page 191 Jaguar V User Manual Step 2 Click on “Settings…” to open GCC Cutter Settings window. Note  The origin point is on the bottom right. Step 3 Adjust Registration Marks setting under GCC Cutter Settings window if needed. *Registration Marks: set the distance between the edge of the material and the registration marks in Mark Offset;...
  • Page 192 Jaguar V User Manual Step 4 Adjust Blade Offset, Overcut Value, Multi-Cut and Quality under Cut Settings window if needed. *Blade Offset: set the offset value according to different blade, for a standard blade, set the offset value at 0.25mm, 0.5mm for an optional advanced blade and 0mm for an optional plotting pen.
  • Page 193 Jaguar V User Manual Step 5 Under “Cut Settings” section, there are some useful functions. After setting the parameters, click on “Cut” to send the data to the GCC cutter and the GCC cutter will start the cutting job. *Cut Mode: there are “WSIWYG” and “Origin Point” options, WSIWYG means what you see is what you get, the cutter will output the graphic at same position in preview window.
  • Page 194 Jaguar V User Manual 7. Print and Cut Your Design The Print and Cut function allows you to print the graphics from Sure Cuts A Lot to printer, and then put the printed materials on the GCC cutter to cut out the contour of printed jobs from Sure Cuts A Lot.
  • Page 195 Jaguar V User Manual Step 3 Click on “Print…” to open printer setting window and click OK. Step 4 Print your design with registration marks out. Step 5 Load the printed media to the GCC cutter. Step 6 Press “Next” and then press “Scan+Cut”, and then the GCC cutter will detect the registration marks and cut the contour lines automatically.
  • Page 196 Jaguar V User Manual Tips Test Connection function can save your materials.  Click on “Test Connection” to exam if set the connection properly. Sure Cuts A Lot...

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