Setup Guide Read this first This guide describes the setup tasks and important conditions about the installation site that must be met in order to enable use of this machine. R1-191009 R1-190925...
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• The contents of this document and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. • DGSHAPE Corporation assumes no responsibility for any damage that may occur through use of this product, re- gardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product or of any errors in this document. Damages include but are not limited to damage caused by the specifications or performance of the product, damage caused by non-use of the product, and damage caused by deliverables obtained through use of this product.
Address : 15363 Barranca Parkway Irvine, CA 92618 U.S.A. Telephone : 949-727-2100 Type of Equipment : METAL PRINTER(Hot Stamping Printer) Model Name : LD-300 NOTE: 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.
To Ensure Safe Use Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property. Points that must be observed to prevent such injury or damage are described as follows. About WARNING and CAUTION Notices WARN- Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.
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Contents Incorrect operation may cause injury WARNING WARNING Always unplug the power cord when Never climb or lean on the machine. attaching or removing parts and optional The machine is not made to support a per- parts and when performing cleaning or son.
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Contents Danger of electrical short, electrical shock, or fire WARNING WARNING Connect to a power outlet that complies Never place any flammable object close with this machine’s ratings (for voltage, to the machine. Never use a combustible frequency, and current). aerosol spray close to the machine.
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Contents Important notes about the power cord, plug, and power outlet. Never place any object Never bend or twist the Never pull the power cord Never bundle, bind, or roll on top of or subject the power cord with excessive with excessive force.
Contents Warning Labels Warning labels are affixed to the machine to make areas of danger immediately clear. The mean- ings of these labels are as follows. Be sure to heed their warnings. Also, never remove the labels or allow them to become obscured. Caution: Pinching Hazard Exercise caution to prevent fin- gers from being pinched when...
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité La manipulation ou l’utilisation inadéquate de cet appareil peuvent causer des blessures ou des dommages matériels. Les précautions à prendre pour prévenir les blessures ou les dommages sont décrites ci-dessous. Avis sur les avertissements ATTEN- Utilisé...
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité Une utilisation incorrecte peut causer des blessures ATTENTION ATTENTION Toujours débrancher le câble d’alimen- Ne jamais grimper ni s'appuyer sur la ma- chine. tation lors de la fixation ou du retrait La machine n'est pas conçue pour supporter le de pièces et de pièces en option et du poids d'une personne.
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité Risque de décharge ou de choc électrique, d’électrocution ou d’incendie ATTENTION ATTENTION Brancher à une prise électrique conforme Ne pas utiliser une source d’alimentation aux caractéristiques de cet appareil (ten- autre que celle fournie par l’adaptateur en c.a. sion, fréquence et courant).
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité ATTENTION ATTENTION Si l'appareil doit rester inutilisé pendant Utiliser uniquement des accessoires d'origine une longue période, débrancher le câble (accessoires en option, articles consomma- d'alimentation. bles, câble d'alimentation et autres articles Cela peut prévenir les accidents en cas de semblables), compatibles avec l'appareil.
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité Vignettes d’avertissement Des vignettes d’avertissement sont apposées sur l’appareil pour qu’il soit facile de repérer les zones dangereuses. La signification des vignettes est donnée ci-dessous. Respecter les avertissements. Ne jamais retirer les vignettes et ne pas les laisser s’encrasser. Partie supérieure Prudence : Risque de pince- ment...
Important Notes on Handling and Use This machine is a precision device. To ensure the full performance of this machine, be sure to ob- serve the following important points. Failure to observe these points may not only result in loss of performance but may cause faulty operation or a malfunction.
LD-300 Setup Guide (this document) LD-300 Setup Guide (this document) This document also provides instructions for how to install the This document also provides instructions for how to install the included software.
※ As this software is a 32-bit application, it runs on WOW64 (or Windows-On-Windows 64) under the 64-bit version of Windows. For the latest information, see the DGSHAPE Corporation website (http://www.dgshape.com). The Software You Can Install and Set Up This is a program for creating imprint data. It enables you import and crop METAZAStudio images to imprint, and perform editing to add text, boxes, and the like.
• Even if METAZAStudio and SFEdit2 have already been installed, be sure to install the software from the DGSHAPE Software Package CD included with the machine. • If METAZAStudio and SFEdit2 have been installed, carry out the installation without uninstalling these pieces of software.
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Installing the Software Select[Install],[DGSHAPELD-300]forthemodelname,and[USB]fortheport,andthenclick [Start]. Installation starts. Proceed by following the on-screen instructions. If the screen shown below appears during installation, click [Install]. Followthedisplayedinstructionsandcontinuewiththeinstallation. Installation information for each software item will be displayed automatically as needed. Whenthefollowingwindowappears,click[OK]. This completes the installation of all items.
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Installing the Software How to Display the LD Driver Printing Preferences Window The Printing Preferences window can be displayed after LD Driver installation is complete. Procedure Displaytheprintericon. Windows10 Clickthe[Start]menuonthecomputer. Click[WindowsSystem],andthenclick[ControlPanel]. Click[Viewdevicesandprinters]. Windows8.1 Right-clickthe[Start]menuonthecomputer. Click[ControlPanel]. Click[DevicesandPrinters]. Windows7 Clickthe[Start]menu. Click[DevicesandPrinters]. Right-clickthe[DGSHAPELD-300]icon,andthenclick[Printingpreferences]. ...
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Installing the Software The LD Driver Printing Preferences window appears. How to Open the LD Driver Help Open the LD Driver Printing Preferences window, and then click [Help]. " P.19 「HowtoDisplaytheLDDriverPrintingPreferencesWindow」 ...
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Installing the Software How to View the Electronic-format Manual Windows10 Fromthe[Start]menu,click[DGSHAPELD-300],andthenclick[LD-300User'sManual]. Windows8.1 Onthe[Start]screen,click .Onthe[Apps]screen,clickthe[LD-300User'sManual]iconun- der[DGSHAPELD-300]. Windows7 From the [Start] menu, click [All Programs], [DGSHAPE LD-300], and then click [LD-300 User's Manual]. ...
Installation Installation Environment WARNING Never install outside or in any location where exposure to water or high humidi- ty may occur. Current leakage may cause electrical shock or fire. WARNING Never install the machine close to any flammable object or in a gas-filled location. Combustion or explosion may occur. WARNING Position the machine so that the power-cord plug is within immediate reach at all times.
Installation Installation Space Ensure that at least the following amount of space is available. Work space Installation space 1.0 m (39.4 in.) 2.0 m (78.7 in.) Removing and Storing the Retainers Retaining materials are attached to protect the machine from vibration during shipment. When installa- tion is complete, remove these retainers.
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Installation Procedure Makesurethepowercordisnotconnected. Whileliftingtheheadup,removeretainerA. Retainer A Hexagonal wrench (large) Slowlymovetheheadtotheright. Be careful to avoid moving it with too much force. Head ...
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Installation RemoveretainersBandC. Retainer C Retainer B Hexagonal wrench (large) Hexagonal wrench (large) Storing the retainers The removed retainers and package are required when moving the machine to a different location. Store them carefully so that they do not get misplaced. Store the retainers by attaching them to the back of this machine.
Installation Connecting the Machine to a Computer WARNING Do not use with any electrical power supply that does not meet the ratings displayed on the AC adapter. Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrical shock. WARNING Never use any AC adapter or power cord other than the AC adapter and power cord included with the machine.
Installation Affixing the Light-absorbing Film to the Film Frame Item used Light-absorbing Film frame film Procedure Orientthefilmframesothattheadhesivesheetsurfacefacesup. Adhesive sheet Supports Peelofftheprotectivefilmoftheadhesivesheet. Protective film ...
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Installation Affixthelight-absorbingfilmtothefilmframe. Match the film to the shape of the film frame, ensuring that the film does not protrude outside the edges of the film frame. Not OK Light-absorbing film Important! Thelight-absorbingfilmhasamaterialsideandalensside.Youcanensurethatthefilmisaffixedwith thecorrectsidefacingupbymatchingthefilmtotheshapeofthefilmframe.Exercisecautionwhenaf- fixingthefilm.Usingthemachinewiththeincorrectsidefacingupmayleadtomalfunctions. ...
Specifications LD-300 Imprintable material Acrylic, polycarbonate, polypropylene, polystyrene, ABS, leather, polyurethane, vinyl chloride Loadable material (Width) With base table: 323 mm (12.72 in.), without base table: 281 mm (11.06 in.) width and thickness (Thickness) 216 mm (8.50 in.) " User’sManual“WorkArea”...
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