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If you find any misprint or error, please inform us. • Roland DG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur through use of this product, regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product.
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For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Immediately switch off the power, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet, and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer or service center. Use only with the power cord included with this product. Use with other than the inculuded power...
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Do not use with a damaged power When not in use for extended cord or plug, or with a loose periods, unplug the power cord from electrical outlet. the electrical outlet. Use with any other Failure to do so may power supply may result in danger of lead to fire or...
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Do not place a load of 8 kg (17.6 lb.) Fasten the tool and material or more (combined weight of the securely in place. workpiece and vise) on the XY table. Otherwise they may come loose during cutting, resulting in injury. The unit may tip over, resulting in injury.
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Do not operate beyond capacity or Do not touch the tool immediately subject the tool to undue force. after cutting operating stops. The tool may break or fly off in a random The tool may have become hot due to direction.
About the Labels Affixed to the Unit These labels are affixed to the body of this product. The following figure describes the location and content of these messages. Do not insert fingers between the head and Z cover during operation. Handle tool with care.
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Model name Rating label Use a rated power supply. In addition to the symbols, the symbols shown below are also used. NOTICE : Indicates information to prevent machine breakdown or malfunction and ensure correct use. : Indicates a handy tip or advice regarding use.
How The Manuals Are Organized The manuals for the PNC-3200 are organized as follows. Refer to the appropriate one according to the purpose at hand. USER'S MANUAL 1 "Setup & Maintenance" This describes installation, connection, preparations for starting cutting, and the care and maintenance of the machine.
Spanners Spanner (For installing the work attachment) (For tool attachment) (For removal of the securing board) Power cord Cable Roland Software Package (For connecting the switch panel) CD-ROM NC Code Key connector USER'S MANUAL PROGRAMMER'S MANUAL (The machine does not run unles this is inserted.) (1 Setup &...
Names of Parts Front Head Spindle switch Bellows cover XY Table Switch Panel The available menu items (functions) vary according to the command set used (RML-1 or NC code). For more information, refer to the respective separate manuals. Right side Expansion connector Z0 position sensor jack Switch-panel connector...
Setting Up and Connection Setting Up Install on a stable surface. Moving the unit is an operation that Failure to do so must be carried out by two or more may result in persons, grasping the grips at the falling of the unit, front and rear of the unit.
Connection Ground the unit with the ground Do not use with any electrical power wire. supply that does not meet the Failure to do so may result in risk of ratings displayed on the unit. electrical shock in the even of a mechanical Use with any other power supply may lead problem to fire or electrocution.
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Connecting to a Computer The cable for computer connection is optional. Please purchase the appropriate cable for the type of computer and software used. Right side For IBM PC or PC compatibles Lock-use pin Parallel (Centronics) cable (sold separately) Use either a parallel Crossover serial (RS-232C) cable cable or serial cable...
Log on to Windows as a member of the “Administrators” or “Power Users” group. For more information about groups, refer to the documentation for Windows. Place the CD from the Roland Software Package in the Switch on the computer and start Windows.
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The Setup program starts. Follow the messages to carry out setup and finish setting up the program. When the setup for one program finishes, the setup for the next program starts. In the interval until the next setup starts, a dialog box showing the progress of processing is displayed.
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How to use Help If you have trouble using the program or driver, see the help screens. Help contains information such as descriptions of software opera- tion, explanations of commands, and tips for using the software more effectively. From the [Help] menu, click [Contents]. Clicking on text that is green and underlined (by a solid or dotted line) displays an explanation.
On the PNC-3200, the first thing to do is to select the command set to use. To perform output from the Windows program through the driver, choose "RML-1." The driver is installed from the included Roland Software Package. For more information on how to install it, take a look at "4 Setting Up the Software."...
Setting the Connection Parameters Connection with a parallel cable is called a "parallel connection," and connection with a serial cable is called a "serial connection." Make the appropriate settings on both the computer and the PNC-3200 to configure the equipment for the type of connection that has been made.
If You've Selected NC codes Press the [PAGE DOWN] key to make the following Press the [ ] key to move the blinking cursor (“ ”) to screen appear on the display. “I/O,” and then press the [ENTER] key. PANEL SENS_MODE TIME PANEL...
Loading a Workpiece for Cutting Fasten the tool and material Do not place a load of 8 kg (17.6 lb.) securely in place. or more (combined weight of the Otherwise they may come loose during workpiece and vise) on the XY table. cutting, resulting in injury.
Cutting Tool Attachment When mounting or removing a tool, Do not touch the tip of the blade first switch off the spindle switch. with your fingers. Doing so may result in injury. Doing so may result in injury. Fasten the tool and material Do not touch the tool immediately securely in place.
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Set the SPINDLE switch to ON. Secure the spindle motor so that it does not rotate, and use wrenches to tighten securely. LED Lights up 22 mm (0.87 in.) 30 mm (1.18 in.) Changing the Collet Chuck The collet chuck included as standard equipment with the machine can hold a cutting tool with a shank that is 6 mm (0.24 in.) in diameter.
Maintenance When cleaning, set the power switch Please use a vacuum cleaner to on the unit to OFF. remove cutting dust. Failure to do so may result in injury or Do not use any blower like airbrush. electrical shock. Otherwise, dust spread in the air may harm your health or damage this machine.
Checking the Spindle Motor Operate the spindle motor alone, with no tool installed or material loaded. If the rotation speed is uneven or marked noise is produced, be sure to contact a service technician. Display of Spindle Rotation Time The PNC-3200 has a function for the displaying the total rotation time of the spindle. The service life of the unit can be extended by carrying out periodic inspection.
Recommended Service Checking The PNC-3200 is a precision machine. In order to maintain it safely for operation over the long term, we recommend that it should be checked by a qualified serviceman. There is a charge for this service. Please take note of this in advance. Maintenance to Be Performed by a Service Technician - Inspection and maintenance at every 500 hours of spindle rotation time (refer to “Display of Spindle Rotation Time”) - Checking and adjustment of the spindle belt...
Wrenches: 3(17 mm(0.67 in.), 22 mm(0.87 in.), 30 mm(1.18 in.)), T nuts: 2, Key connector: 1, USER'S MANUAL: 3(1 Setup & Maintenance, 2 Cutting Using RML-1, 3 Cutting Using NC codes), NC-code PROGRAMMER'S MANUAL: 1, Roland Software Package CD-ROM: 1, MODELA 3D DESIGN / MODELA 3D TEXT / MODELA Player User's Manual: 1...
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About the Expansion connector The expansion connector (EXT.) is provided for expansion use by Roland DG Corp. Its specifications are proprietary. Roland DG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any effect on equipment due to the use of this port by the user.
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The enclosed Roland product is a single user version.
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