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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    GGT Product Support ....................iv Within the United States and Canada ..............iv Outside the United States and Canada ..............iv NTRODUCTION HAPTER AccuPlot AP-100 and AP-300 Series Plotters.............1 AccuJet AJ-520 Plotters .....................1 Safety ........................2 Remember These Safety Practices...............2 Emergency Stop ....................2 Sliding Covers ......................2...
  • Page 4 (Cont’d) FFLINE PERATION HAPTER Disabling and Enabling Servo Power ................. 8 Resetting the Plotter................... 10 Plotter Parameters....................11 Changing Plotter Parameters................12 Saving Parameters..................... 19 Loading Default Parameters ................20 Setting the Pen and Inkjet Timers ................21 Downloading Firmware .................... 23 Diagnostic Tests ......................

  • Page 5: Preface

    This document includes operating instructions for the AccuJet AJ-520 plotter as well as the AccuPlot AP-100 and AP-300 series of plotters. Chapter Summary Topics covered include plotter functions, default operating parameters, and routine maintenance guidelines.

  • Page 6: Conventions In This Guide

    Conventions in this Guide The following conventions are used throughout this guide: WARNING: W ARNINGS ALERT YOU TO CONDITIONS THAT CAN CAUSE INJURY TO YOU OR CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT IGNORE WARNINGS This type of heading indicates the beginning of a procedure. Procedure steps are numbered and should be followed in the order presented.
  • Page 7 Introduction Introduction AccuPlot AccuPlot AP AP-100 and AP -100 and AP-300 Series Plotters -300 Series Plotters AccuPlot plotters are designed to plot markers and pieces, either full-size or in miniature. Working with your marking and grading system, these plotters draw individual pieces or markers on paper for verification of piece accuracy, or for later use in cutting fabric.

  • Page 8: Safety

    Introduction Safety Safety Every effort has been made to design safety into AccuPlot and AccuJet plotters. • Edges are rounded to eliminate pinch points. • Electronic components are enclosed. • Emergency Stop (E-Stop) push buttons are easily reached. In addition, control programs include safety functions which automatically stop operation under certain error conditions.

  • Page 9: Starting And Stopping The Plotters Chapter

    Starting and Stopping the Plotters Starting and Stopping the Plotters The plotter must be online before it can accept and process data from your marking and grading system. Before the plotter can be put online, power must be applied and the plotter must be initialized. The following are the procedures for starting, initializing, and putting the plotter online.

  • Page 10: Initializing The Plotter

    Starting and Stopping the Plotters 4. Press Enter to display page one of the Offline menu. OFFLINE . . . ONLINE PAPER ADV INITIALIZE ORIGIN Initializing the Plotter Initializing clears the plotter memory buffer and positions the pen assembly at the origin (starting) position.

  • Page 11: Putting The Plotter Online

    Starting and Stopping the Plotters Putting the Plotter Online Putting the Plotter Online Online means the plotter is ready to process jobs from the plot queue as soon as they are received. As a safety measure the system prompts you to confirm setting the system online.

  • Page 12: Stopping The Plotter

    Starting and Stopping the Plotters Stopping the Plotter Stopping the Plotter You can stop plotter operation by pushing an E-Stop button, taking the plotter offline, or by shutting off the power. When the plotter is taken offline, data for jobs in process is retained. If, however, you turn the plotter power off while it is plotting, plot data is lost.

  • Page 13: Plotter Hardware Components Chapter

    Plotter Hardware Components Plotter Hardware Components This chapter describes the basic physical attributes of the AccuJet and AccuPlot 100/300 plotter families. Illustrations are included to help you identify the components that are referenced in procedures. Before operating any plotter or performing any maintenance, be sure you are familiar with its hardware and safety features.
  • Page 14 Plotter Hardware Components Paper Take-up Roll Power Switch Drive Roller Pinch Roller Supply Roll Carriage/ Pen Assembly Right Side Beam Control Panel Note: Note: All locations assume that you are standing at and facing the control panel. Figure 3-1 Top view of the AP-320 Hardware Summary...
  • Page 15 Plotter Hardware Components Power on/off switch located just above Drive Roller with paper supply roll. independent Grippers Data connector is located left of the power switch. table with sliding covers Paper supply roll Dancer bar is Carriage Assembly located under the contains the Long-Life Pen paper supply roll.

  • Page 16: Main Power Panel

    Plotter Hardware Components Main Power Panel Main Power Panel The main power panels includes the on/off switch and data connectors. Figures 3-3 and 3-4 show the power panels for the AccuPlot and the AccuJet plotters. Far end of the paper roll Main Power Switch Computer Line Power...

  • Page 17: Paper Transport System

    Plotter Hardware Components Paper Transport System Paper Transport System New paper is loaded on the . Paper is fed from the supply PAPER SUPPLY ROLL roll, across the table surface to the . On the AccuJet 520 a DRIVE ROLLER DANCER is positioned across the width of the paper between the supply roll and the AccuJet table (Figure 3-5).

  • Page 18: Control Panel

    Plotter Hardware Components Control Panel Control Panel The control panel provides easy access to plotter operational functions and diagnostic tools. Chapter 4, Offline Operation, explains the plotter functions available. All AccuPlot and AccuJet functions are available from control panel menus. The control panel design, shown in Figure 3-6, is the same for both families of plotters.
  • Page 19 Plotter Hardware Components Display Window Plotter status messages, menu choices, and system prompts appear in this window. Arrow Keys The arrow keys are used to move the pen assembly around the table when the plotter is offline, and to move the cursor during certain menu functions. Each arrow key is marked indicating the direction the pen (or cursor) will travel when the arrow key is pressed.

  • Page 20: Figure 3-7 X-Axis, Y-Axis, And Ggt Default Origin

    Plotter Hardware Components Table Orientation Table Orientation Some procedures in this guide refer to the X-axis, the Y-axis, or the origin point. Figure 3-7 shows each axis direction and the GGT default origin. Y–axis GGT default origin X–axis Figure 3-7 X–axis, Y–axis, and GGT default origin Table Orientation...

  • Page 21: Offline Operation Chapter

    Offline Operation Offline Operation While it is online, the plotter is controlled by the computer system sending the plot data. Online operation requires very little input from you. However, operating parameter settings and diagnostic tests are done while the plotter is offline.

  • Page 22: Figure 4-1 Plotter Menu Structure

    Offline Operation Appears when the plotter is turned on. Plotter Model Vx.x.x Press ENTER to enable plotter Offline Menu Page 1 OFFLINE ... PAPER ADV ONLINE INITIALIZE ORIGIN ONLINE PAPER ADVANCE ORIGIN POSITION INITIALIZING REVERSE Offline Menu Page 2 OFFLINE ... SERVO DIS TOOL up/down TOOL TMR...

  • Page 23: Initializing The Plotter

    Offline Operation Initializing the Plotter Initializing the Plotter You must initialize the plotter each time you apply power to the plotter and after any emergency stop. Initializing clears the plotter memory buffer and positions the pen assembly at the origin (starting) position. Initializing also loads the operating parameters currently defined for the plotter and moves the paper forward about 13 mm (½...

  • Page 24: Advancing The Paper

    Offline Operation Advancing the Paper Advancing the Paper The paper advance function, Paper Adv, moves the paper one window length. Window length is the length of the available plotting area, as defined by the marking and grading system controlling the plotter. The default AccuMark window length is 406 mm (16.25 inches).

  • Page 25: Reversing The Take-Up Roll

    Offline Operation Reversing the Take-up Roll Reversing the Take-up Roll The Reverse function turns the take-up roll clockwise, making it easy to cut off a plot. O REVERSE THE TAKE UP ROLL AND CUT OFF A PLOT 1. Raise the three paper grippers. 2.

  • Page 26: Setting The Origin

    Offline Operation Setting the Origin Setting the Origin The origin is the point (expressed as X and Y coordinates) from which all plotting operations begin. The GGT default origin is 0,0. The Origin function lets you temporarily change the origin point to any position within the plotting area.

  • Page 27: Raising And Lowering The Pen

    Offline Operation Raising and Lowering the Pen Raising and Lowering the Pen Tool Up/Tool Down is a toggle function that raises and lowers the pen. The menu displays the action to be performed, not the current position of the pen. For example, if the pen is raised, the menu displays Tool Down. If the pen is lowered, the menu displays Tool Up.

  • Page 28: Disabling And Enabling Servo Power

    Offline Operation Disabling and Enabling Servo Power Disabling and Enabling Servo Power Servo Disable removes power from the servo motors that control the movement of the beam. This allows you to safely change the pen or cartridge, or to move the beam/cartridge assembly by hand without loss of data or position information.
  • Page 29 Offline Operation WARNING: F AILURE TO KEEP HANDS AND CLOTHING OUT OF THE LOTTING AREA MAY RESULT IN INJURY O ENABLE SERVOS 1. Verify that the plotting area is clear and that the sliding covers are closed. SERVO DISABLE RESUME RESET 2.

  • Page 30: Resetting The Plotter

    Offline Operation Resetting the Plotter O RESET THE PLOTTER 1. From the Servo Disable menu, press F3-R ESET SERVO DISABLE RESUME RESET The plotter resets and displays the message “Press Enter to Enable the Plotter” on the control panel display. 4-10 Disabling and Enabling Servo Power...

  • Page 31: Plotter Parameters

    Offline Operation Plotter Parameters Plotter Parameters The default operating parameter settings are designed to give you the best performance and reliability over a wide range of applications. If necessary, the Param Entry menu lets you change certain plotter operating characteristics to match your plotting requirements.

  • Page 32: Changing Plotter Parameters

    Offline Operation Changing Plotter Parameters The procedure for changing parameters is similar for all types of parameters. O ACCESS THE HANGE ARAMETER MENUS 1. From page one of the Offline menu, press the Menu key one time to display page two. 2.
  • Page 33 Offline Operation O VIEW THE CURRENT SETTING FOR A PARAMETER 1. Follow the procedure beginning on page 4-12 to display the Chg Param menu page that lists the parameter type you want. 2. Press the key associated with the parameter type to display the first parameter setting of the group.
  • Page 34 Offline Operation 6. When finished, return to page one of the Offline menu and initialize the plotter. Default Table Parameters Table 4-1 shows the plotter Table parameters. The parameters appear on the control panel screen in the order they are listed in the table. Follow the instructions starting on page 4-12 to adjust the values for these parameters.
  • Page 35 Offline Operation Default Plot Parameters Table 4-2 shows the AccuJet Plot parameters. The parameters appear on the control panel screen in the order they are listed in the table. Follow the instructions starting on page 4-12 to adjust the values for these parameters. ABLE ARAMETERS parameter...
  • Page 36 Offline Operation Default Paper Advance Parameters Table 4-3 shows the AccuJet Paper Advance parameters. The parameters appear on the control panel screen in the order they are listed in the table. Follow the instructions starting on page 4-12 to adjust the values for these parameters.
  • Page 37 Offline Operation Default Miscellaneous Parameters Table 4-4 shows the plotter miscellaneous parameters, their function, and the GGT default setting for each. The parameters appear on the control panel screen in the order they are listed in the table. Follow the instructions starting on page 4-12 to adjust the values for these parameters.
  • Page 38 Offline Operation Default Inkjet Parameters Table 4-5 shows the plotter Inkjet parameters, their function, and the GGT default setting for each. The parameters appear on the control panel screen in the order they are listed in the table. Follow the instructions starting on page 4-12 to adjust the values for these parameters.

  • Page 39: Saving Parameters

    Offline Operation Saving Parameters Use the Save Param function to permanently save changes made to parameter settings. Settings stored using Save Param remain in effect even after plotter power is turned off. O PERMANENTLY SAVE NEW PARAMETER SETTINGS 1. From page one of the Offline menu, press the Menu key one time to display page two.

  • Page 40: Loading Default Parameters

    Offline Operation Loading Default Parameters The Load Default function resets all plotter parameters to their GGT default values. You will need to load default settings after downloading firmware updates. If you want to change any of the parameters after loading the defaults, use the Change Parameter option.

  • Page 41: Setting The Pen And Inkjet Timers

    Offline Operation Setting the Pen and Inkjet Timers Setting the Pen and Inkjet Timers The Tool Timer function allows you to see the time remaining in the life of the pen, check the remaining inkjet capacity, and reset the pen life and cartridge life values.
  • Page 42 Offline Operation O SET THE INKJET TIMER 1. From page one of the Offline menu, press the Menu key one time to display page two. 2. From page two of the Offline menu, press F4-Tool Tmr to display the tool timer menu.

  • Page 43: Downloading Firmware

    Offline Operation Downloading Firmware Downloading Firmware The firmware is a set of instructions which determines how the plotter will respond to the commands you choose from the menus and those it receives from the grading and marking system. Firmware is permanently stored in the control circuitry of the plotter.
  • Page 44 Offline Operation O DOWNLOAD FIRMWARE at the plotter control panel: 1. From page one of the Offline menu, press the Menu key two times to display page three. OFFLINE . . . DOWNLOAD DIAGNOSTICS 2. From page three of the Offline menu, press F1-Download to begin the download process.
  • Page 45 Offline Operation 8. At the prompt: Input file name for transfer===>> type the release filename (included in the release notes) and press Enter. at the plotter control panel: You should now see a screen similar to the one below, indicating the plotter is receiving the transmission.

  • Page 46: Diagnostic Tests

    Offline Operation NOTE: NOTE: After rebooting, the default parameters must be reloaded using the Parameter Entry-Load Defaults (page 4-20) and saved using Save Parameters (page 4-19). After loading the default parameters, enter any parameters you recorded prior to the download procedure, in order to return the plotter to your specific settings.

  • Page 47: Figure 4-2 Plotter Diagnostics Menu

    Offline Operation Offline Menu Page 3 OFFLINE ... DOWNLOAD DIAGNOSTICS DIAGNOSTICS ... SERVICE DIAG PLOTS EXIT DISPLAY DIAG PEN DIAG PLOTS ... PEN DN-45 PAGE TEST PEN UP-45 EXIT DIAGNOSTICS ... PEN DIAG PLOTS ... IO DIAGS KEY DIAG SERVO DIAGS EXIT FONT TEST 16 X 32...
  • Page 48 Offline Operation O ACCESS THE IAGNOSTIC MENUS 1. From page three of the Offline menu, press F2-Diagnostics to display page one of the Diagnostics menu. DIAGNOSTICS. . . DIAG PLOTS SERVICE DISPLAY DIAG EXIT 2. From page one of the Diagnostics menu, do one of the following: •...
  • Page 49 Offline Operation Diagnostic Plots Diagnostic plots are a series of simple test plots used for troubleshooting. Some of the tests allow you to check plotter accuracy by measuring the printed plots. The Diagnostic Plots menu has three pages. From pages one and two, you can perform pen tests.
  • Page 50 Offline Operation O PERFORM IAGNOSTIC LOTS TESTS 1. From page one of the Diagnostics menu, press F1-Diag Plots to display page one of the Diag Plots menu. 2. Press the Menu key to display the Diag Plot page that lists the test you want.
  • Page 51 Offline Operation ABLE PLOTTER IAGNOSTIC ESTS test function page one pen plots Pen Dn-45 test This test checks for correct X-axis and Y-axis alignment by drawing a 45-degree angle across the plotter table with the pen in the lowered position. Verify that the lines overlap. Pen Up-45 test Intended for GGT Field Service use.
  • Page 52 Offline Operation Display Diagnostics The Display Diagnostic test lights each pixel in the control panel display window. In this test, each pixel is represented by a small rectangular box. During the test, all the pixels in the window illuminate for approximately five seconds. O RUN THE ISPLAY IAG TEST...
  • Page 53 Offline Operation Key Diagnostics This test checks the operation of the keys on the operator control panel. O RUN THE IAG TEST 1. From page one of the Diagnostics menu, press the Menu key to display page two. DIAGNOSTICS. . . IO DIAG KEY DIAGS SERVO DIAGS...
  • Page 54 Offline Operation O TEST JETS 1. From page one of the Diagnostics menu, press the Menu key twice to display page three. DIAGNOSTICS. . . INKJET DIAGS EXIT 2. Press F1-Inkjet Diags. INKJET DIAGS . . . TEST JETS OFFSET ROTATE EXIT 3.
  • Page 55 Offline Operation 7. Press F3-Toggle to turn the jet on or off. TEST JETS #### NEXT JET TOGGLE PREV JET EXIT 8. Press F1 to move to the next jet. (Press F2 to move to the previous jet.) 9. Repeat steps 6 through 8 for each jet to be tested. 10.
  • Page 56 Offline Operation Inkjet Head Rotation O TEST THE ROTATION OF THE INKJET HEAD 1. From page one of the Diagnostics menu, press the Menu key twice to display page three. DIAGNOSTICS. . . INKJET DIAGS EXIT 2. Press F1-Inkjet Diags. INKJET DIAGS.

  • Page 57: Plotter Supplies

    AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance Although AccuPlot and AccuJet plotters require very little maintenance, some routine cleaning and attention is required to keep them operating at peak performance. A maintenance tool kit is shipped with each plotter. This kit contains the tools you need to change the paper roll.

  • Page 58: Routine Cleaning

    AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance Routine Cleaning Routine Cleaning WARNING: F AILURE TO TURN OFF THE MAIN POWER SWITCH AND UNPLUG THE PLOTTER POWER CORD FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE BEGINNING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE COULD RESULT IN INJURY Daily — Inspect and clean the AccuJet inkjet cartridge using a cloth. Follow the instructions beginning on page 5-15.

  • Page 59: Loading Plotter Paper

    AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance Loading Plotter Paper Loading Plotter Paper The plotters uses plain, standard weight (50 grams per square meter/35 pounds) writing bond paper rolls. NOTE: The width of the paper roll affects how easily the roll can be handled. To load a NOTE: wide roll may require two people.

  • Page 60: To Load A New Aj-520 Supply Roll

    AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance To Load A New AJ-520 Supply Roll Loading paper requires that you load the new supply roll, load the new take- up roll, and feed the paper through the paper path. WARNING: F AILURE TO DISABLE SERVO POWER BEFORE PUTTING YOUR HANDS IN OR NEAR THE PLOTTING AREA CAN RESULT IN INJURY AJ-520 O LOAD A NEW PAPER SUPPLY ROLL ON THE...
  • Page 61 AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance 5. Insert the supply roll bar into the new supply roll. 6. Install the plastic end-plate on the far end of the supply roll bar: • Make sure that the knurled hub on each end-plate is wedged firmly inside the cardboard roll (this prevents the roll from spinning on the roll bar).
  • Page 62 AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance 9. Install the dancer bar: • Rotate the supply roll to create a pocket of paper between the supply roll and the plotter table. • Lay the dancer bar in the pocket across the width of the paper. •...

  • Page 63: Load New Accujet Take-Up Roll

    AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance Load New AccuJet Take-up Roll You will need an empty paper roll cardboard tube. AJ-520 O LOAD THE NEW TAKE UP ROLL ON THE PLOTTER 1. Facing the left side of the plotter, raise the hinged guard. 2.
  • Page 64 AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance 7. Attach the paper to the take-up roll: • Unfold the point of the paper and trim the end with a utility knife. • Fasten the paper to the cardboard take-up tube with masking tape in three places: center, left, and right. •...

  • Page 65: Loading Paper On The Ap-100/Ap-300

    AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance Loading Paper on the AP-100/AP-300 Loading paper requires that you load the new supply roll, load the new take- up roll, and feed the paper through the paper path. WARNING: F AILURE TO DISABLE SERVO POWER BEFORE PUTTING YOUR HANDS IN OR NEAR THE PLOTTING AREA COULD RESULT IN INJURY 100/300 O LOAD A NEW...
  • Page 66 AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance 5. Insert the drive plug (removed in Step 3) into the new paper supply roll until the plug is flush with the end of the roll. Tighten the drive plug set screw with the hex wrench. Note: Note: If your paper roll is narrower than the standard width, you must install...
  • Page 67 AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance AP-100/AP-300 T 11. Facing the left side of the plotter, grasp the take-up roll and shift it to your left. This depresses the spring-loaded hub at the far end of the plotter and frees the near end of the paper roll bar. 12.

  • Page 68: Switching To The Second Paper Roll

    AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance Switching to the Second Paper Roll If your AP-300 Series plotter is equipped with a second paper roll, you can have two paper rolls of different widths loaded on your plotter at the same time. Follow these instructions when you need to switch between the two paper widths.

  • Page 69: Using Paper Width Adapters

    AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance Using Paper Width Adapters To use a paper roll that is less than the maximum width for a plotter, you must install paper width adapters on both the supply roll and the take-up roll. O INSTALL PAPER WIDTH ADAPTERS 1.

  • Page 70: Plotter Pen Maintenance

    AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance Plotter Pen Maintenance Plotter Pen Maintenance The AccuPlot AP-100 and AP-300 series plotters all use the same pen cartridge assembly. Maintenance on these assemblies includes cleaning as necessary, refilling ink reservoirs, and replacing pens. AccuJet AJ-520 plotters include an inkjet cartridge which should be cleaned whenever the AJ-520 has been inactive for a period of time, including overnight.

  • Page 71: Aj-520 Pen Maintenance

    AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance AJ-520 Pen Maintenance Figure 5-1 illustrates the AJ-520 longlife pen assembly. WARNING: F AILURE TO DISABLE SERVO POWER BEFORE PUTTING YOUR HANDS IN OR NEAR THE PLOTTING AREA CAN RESULT IN INJURY ink reservoir ink supply tube inkjet cartridge fill cap Figure 5-1 AJ-520 Longlife Pen Assembly...
  • Page 72 AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance AJ-520 O REFILL THE LONGLIFE PEN WARNING: F AILURE TO DISABLE SERVO POWER BEFORE PUTTING YOUR HANDS IN OR NEAR THE PLOTTING AREA CAN RESULT IN INJURY 1. Turn Servo Power off. 2. Unscrew the ink reservoir cover. Do not allow dirt or other contaminants into the reservoir.
  • Page 73 AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance O CLEAN THE INKJET CARTRIDGE WARNING: F AILURE TO DISABLE SERVO POWER BEFORE PUTTING YOUR HANDS IN OR NEAR THE PLOTTING AREA CAN RESULT IN INJURY 1. Open a sliding cover so that you can reach the carriage and remove the assembly cover.

  • Page 74: Accuplot Longlife Pen Maintenance

    AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance AccuPlot Longlife Pen Maintenance After filling the pen, the reservoir must be pressurized. Loss of pressure may result in the pen not writing. Whenever you replace the pen and ink cartridge, clean the inside of the pen holder with a pipe cleaner. O REMOVE THE ACCUPLOT CARTRIDGE PEN 1.
  • Page 75 AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance AP-100/AP-300 O PRESSURIZE THE PEN CARTRIDGE 1. Remove the plug from the bottom of the ink reservoir and the cap from the tip of the pen. Connecting 2. Pull the syringe plunger back to fill Tube the plunger tube with air, then insert the syringe tip into the opening at the bottom of the ink reservoir.
  • Page 76 AccuPlot and AccuJet Maintenance O INSTALL THE CARTRIDGE IN YOUR PLOTTER WARNING: F AILURE TO DISABLE SERVO POWER BEFORE PUTTING YOUR HANDS IN OR NEAR THE PLOTTING AREA COULD RESULT IN INJURY 1. Insert the pen into the pen holder. 2.

  • Page 77: Glossary

    Glossary Acceleration The rate at which an object increases its speed, expressed in Gs (G is a measure of acceleration.). Acceleration parameters can be set for plotting and annotation. AccuMark Gerber Garment Technology’s workstation-based system for marking, grading, and pattern design. You send plotting data from the AccuMark workstation to the plotter. Annotation Text that is plotted on a piece or marker.
  • Page 78 Control Panel The place where you operate the plotter. It consists of a display window and pressure-sensitive keys that allow you to input commands. The emergency stop switch is also located on the control panel. Dancer Bar The bar positioned under the paper supply roll. Used to keep even tension on the paper as it is drawn across the plotter table.
  • Page 79 Eprom A memory device that holds the plotter’s operating parameters. Firmware The set of computer software that controls the plotting operations. When a new version of the firmware is released, you can update your own plotter by downloading the new firmware. Function Key The keys on the control panel that you press to select menu options.
  • Page 80 Menu Key A key located on the control panel that lets you move through the different pages of the Plotter menus. For instance, the Offline menu has three pages that you can move through by pressing the Menu key. Offline The status of the plotter when it will not move in response to data received from the marking and grading system.
  • Page 81 Piece An individual portion of a pattern that can be sent to the Plotter to be plotted. Pinch Roller The roller that runs along the left edge of the plotter table on the Plotter. It holds the paper in place as you plot and advance the paper across the table. Pixel One of the small rectangular areas in the display window that lights up to create text.
  • Page 82 Toggle An option that provides only two choices (for example, on or off, yes or no, up or down). Tool Another term for the pen that does the plotting or the inkjet cartridge that does the annotation. Velocity The rate of speed at which an object moves, expressed in inches per second (ips). Velocity parameters can be set for plotting, annotation and paper advancing.

  • Page 83: Index

    Index —A— —A— pen plots, 4-31 plot tests, 4-30 rotation of inkjet head, 4-36 Acceleration, 4-15, 4-18 Disable Servo Power, 4-8 annotation, 4-15, 4-18 Display Diagnostics, 4-32 inkjet, 4-15, 4-18 Display Window, 3-6 pen up, 4-15, 4-18 Download Firmware. See Firmware plot, 4-15, 4-18 AccuJet Plotters —E—...
  • Page 84 —I— —I— AP-100 pen, overview, 5-18 AP-100 pen, pressurize, 5-19 AP-100 pen, removal, 5-18 Initializing. See Plotter AP-300 pen, installation, 5-20 Inkjet AP-300 pen, overview, 5-18 acceleration, 4-18 AP-300 pen, pressurize, 5-19 cartridge cleaning, 5-17 AP-300 pen, removal, 5-18 cartridge replacing, 5-17 cleaning, 5-2 diagnostics, 4-31 inkjet cartridge cleaning, 5-17...
  • Page 85 load. See Load X step size, 4-14 maximum width, 1-1 X table size, 4-14 Y jet 1 offset, 4-18 supply roll, 3-5, 5-4 switching to second roll, 5-12 Y origin position, 4-14 Y pivot offset, 4-18 take-up roll, 5-7, 5-11 transport system, 3-5 Y step size, 4-14 Y table size, 4-14...
  • Page 86 —R— —R— —V— —V— Velocity Raise Pen. See Pen annotation, 4-15 Reset Plotter. See Plotter inkjet, 4-18 Reverse Take-up Roll, 4-5 pen up, 4-17 Routine Cleaning. See Maintenance —S— —S— plot, 4-15 —W— —W— Safety design features, 1-2 Width Adapters, Paper. See Paper guidelines, 1-2 Servos disable, 4-8...
  • Page 87 USA/CANADA USA/CANADA USA/CANADA USA/CANADA Gerber Technology, Inc. WORLD HEADQUARTERS P.O. Box 769 24 Industrial Park Road West Tolland, Connecticut 06084 USA TEL: (860) 871-8082 FAX: (860) 871-6007 INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL Gerber Technology, Inc. INTERNATIONAL DIVISION P.O. Box 769 24 Industrial Park Road West...

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