Roland CAMM-1 User Manual

Roland CAMM-1 User Manual

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PNC-960
PNC-910
USER'S MANUAL
* This User's Manual is intended for PNC-960 and PNC-910.

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  • Page 1 PNC-960 PNC-910 USER'S MANUAL * This User's Manual is intended for PNC-960 and PNC-910.
  • Page 2 CLASSE B AVIS Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. YEARS OF ROLAND DG CORPORATION ROLAND DG CORPORATION ROLAND DG CORPORATION ROLAND DG CORPORATION ROLAND DG CORPORATION MANUFACTURE...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Thank you very much for purchasing the CAMM-1 PNC-960/910. - 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.
  • Page 4: Typographic Conventions

    : Indicates important information to prevent machine breakdown or malfunction and ensure correct use. : Indicates a handy tip or advice regarding use. Windows is a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Copyright © 1996 ROLAND DG CORPORATION...
  • Page 5: To Ensure Safe Use

    To Ensure Safe Use To Ensure Safe Use Never disassemble or modify Handle the power cord with care. When pulling the power cord this product. from an electrical socket, be Do not step on or damage the power sure to grip the plug. cord, or allow heavy objects to be placed atop it.
  • Page 6: About The Labels Affixed To The Unit

    About the Labels Affixed to the Unit/To Ensure Correct Use 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 allow the hands near the platen while in operation.
  • Page 7: Checking Supplied Items

    1 piece each *PNC-960 only *PNC-960 only User's Manual:1 CAMM-1 DRIVER for windows 95:1 CAMM-1 DRIVER for windows 3.1:1 2 Part Names and Functions * In this manual, the sections that explain both the PNC-960 and the PNC-910 shown only illustrations of the PNC-960.
  • Page 8: Rear View

    2 Part Names and Functions 2-2 Rear View Sheet Loading Lever This moves the pinch rollers up and down to load and release the material. Power Connector (AC IN) This connector accepts standard AC Power Switch power cord. ON when switched to [I]. OFF when switched to [O].
  • Page 9: Basic Operation

    3 Basic Operation 3 Basic Operation 3-1 Setting Up and Connection When arranging setup space for the PNC-960, make sure you have a space that is at least 950 mm (37-7/16") wide, 500 mm (19-11/ 16") in depth, and 230 mm (9-1/16") in height. For the PNC-910, a space that is at least 650 mm (25-5/8") wide, 500 mm (19-11/16") in depth, and 230 mm (9-1/16") in height.
  • Page 10: Dip Switch Settings

    3 Basic Operation 3-2 DIP Switch Settings DIP switches settings must be made only when the power is turned off. DIP switch Function SW-1 Baud rate 9600 4800 SW-2 Parity check Disable Enable SW-3 Parity check EVEN SW-4 Data bits 8-bits 7-bits SW-5...
  • Page 11: Installing/Removing A Blade

    3 Basic Operation 3-3 Installing/Removing a Blade Always make sure the power switch is OFF before installing (or removing) the cutter. - Do not touch the tip of the blade with your fingers, as the cutting performance of the blade will be impaired. - Be sure to support the tool mounting screw from below when installing the blade holder.
  • Page 12: Loading/Removing The Material

    3 Basic Operation 3-4 Loading/Removing the Material Turning on the Power Switch on the power switch on the left side of the PNC-960/910. When the power switch is pressed to turn on the unit, the tool carriage moves. Use caution to ensure that your hands or other objects do not become caught in the moving parts.
  • Page 13 3 Basic Operation - If you are using roll material, start with step 1. - If you are using piece material, start with step 2. - When using sprocket-feed paper, start with step 1 on the following page. Raise the sheet loading lever. [If You Are Using the Roller Base] [If You Are Not Using the Roller Base] Install the roller base on the back of the...
  • Page 14 3 Basic Operation If you are using any of the following kinds of materials, neither of the methods described earlier will result in correct cutting. - A material with edge holes for sprocket feed that has no material layer (only base paper) along the hole area at the edges * If you are using the PNC-960 and DIP switch SW-9 is set to ON (piece material), then turn off the power, set DIP switch SW-9 to OFF (roll material), and switch the power back on.
  • Page 15 3 Basic Operation To Perform Long Cutting When performing cutting over a length of 1.5 m (60") or more, first feed out the required length of material. Then follow the steps below to load the material. Pull out the material from the roll and pass it through the unit.
  • Page 16: Setting The Origin Point - , , , , Origin Set Keys

    3 Basic Operation About the Cutting Area Max. Max. 584 mm (23") 280 mm (11") Cutting Area Material Movable Pinch About 1 mm Roller (Left) (about 0.04") Max. Max. 24,998 mm (984-1/8") 24,998 mm (984-1/8") (Accuracy assured within a (Accuracy assured within a range of up range of up to 1,600 mm (63")) to 1,600 mm (63"))
  • Page 17: Cutting Test To Check Blade Force - , , , , And Test Keys

    3 Basic Operation 3-6 Cutting Test to Check Blade Force — , , , , and TEST Keys Before carrying out actual cutting, you may wish to perform a "cutting test" to check whether the unit produces the cutout satisfactorily. This "cutting test"...
  • Page 18: Downloading Cutting Data

    3 Basic Operation 3-7 Downloading Cutting Data The unit will begin cutting when it receives cutting data sent from the computer. Software Settings - When cutting with commercially available application software, select PNC-960/910 as the setting for the output device. (If the PNC-960/910 cannot be selected, choose any model in the PNC-1100, PNC-950, or PNC-900).
  • Page 19: Applying The Completed Cutout

    3 Basic Operation 3-8 Applying the Completed Cutout Once cutting has been completed, follow the procedure below for application instructions. - Make sure beforehand that the surface where the work is to be stuck is clean and free of all dust or oily deposits. - When applying the work to a transparent surface, such as a window, you can use a water-based pen (which can be wiped off afterwards) to mark guidelines on the reverse side of the glass, to aid in getting the work aligned properly.
  • Page 20 3 Basic Operation Performing a Self-test The PNC-960/910 is equipped with a "self-test" function to conveniently allow you to check whether or not it is capable of operating normally. If the PNC-960/910 is not performing correctly, follow the steps below to perform a self-test. * A computer is not required in order to carry out the self-test.
  • Page 21: Settings For Each Function

    When the character string “Roland” is rotated by 90°, the X axis, Y axis, and origin change as follows: 0° Rotation - Rotate OFF 90°...
  • Page 22: Plotting On Paper Media - Pen Mode Key And Pen Mode Led

    4 Settings For Each Function 4-2 Plotting on Paper Media -- PEN MODE Key and PEN MODE LED The PNC-960/910 is also capable of plotting on paper media using plotter pens made by this company. Before cutting, plotting using pen and paper can ensure that your design is correct without wasting materials. * Since the design of the PNC-960/910 differs inherently from that of dedicated plotters, it does not accommodate functions such as high-speed plotting, automatic pen changes, pen dry protection, or the like.
  • Page 23: About The Blade

    5 About the Blade 5 About the Blade This section indicates the proper cutting conditions for various types of materials, as well as blade lifespans. Cutting conditions and blade life may vary according to the quality of the material and conditions of use. Making the settings for the conditions described below does not automatically guarantee attractive cutting results in all situations.
  • Page 24: What To Do If

    6 What to do if... 6 What to do if... If the PNC-960/910 doesn't run... Is the PNC-960/910 power on? Turn on the power (refer to "3-4 Loading/Removing the Material Turning on the Power"). Is the unit in SETUP status (the SETUP LED is If the SETUP LED is not illuminated, make sure the sheet is loaded correctly and press the lit)? SETUP key to illuminate the SETUP LED.
  • Page 25: Instruction Support Chart

    A "CAMM-GL III Programmer's Manual" is available for separate purchase for The list uses marks, each of which means: those wishing to create their own programs for this machine. For further informa- :Compatible. :Ignored. tion, please contact the nearest Roland DG Corp. dealer or distributor. :Incompatible. • mode1 Instruc Instruc...
  • Page 26: Character Sets

    8 Character Sets 8 Character Sets Automatic backspace...
  • Page 27: Specifications

    Power Cord x 1, Blade (ZEC-1005) x 1, Blade Holder (XD-CH3) x 1, Test-use High-quality Paper x 1, Material for Test Cuts x 1, Test-use Application Tape x 1, Test-use Water-based Fiber-tipped Pen x 1, User's Manual x 1, CAMM-1 DRIVER for windows 95 x 1, CAMM-1 DRIVER for windows 3.1 x 1 * Roller base x 1, * Cutter Tool x 1, * Tweezers x 1, *..PNC-960 only...
  • Page 28 9 Specifications Interface Specifications [Parallel] Standard In compliance with the specifications of Centronics Input signals STROBE (1 BIT), DATA (8 BITS) Output signals BUSY (1 BIT), ACK (1 BIT) Level of input/output signals TTL level Transmission method Asynchronous [Serial] Standard RS-232C specifications Transmission method Asynchronous, duplex data transmission...
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