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AVIS Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. ROLAND DG CORPORATION 1-6-4 Shinmiyakoda, Hamamatsu-shi, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN 431-2103 MODEL NAME : See the MODEL given on the rating plate.
Table of Contents Typographic Conventions ..........................iii To Ensure Safe Use ........................iv About the Labels Affixed to the Unit ................v To Ensure Correct Use ..........................vi Great Features ............................1 Confirmation of Included Items ......................1 Part Names ..............................2 Task Flow ..............................3 Installation and Connections .........................4 Installation ..................................
Typographic Conventions This manual uses certain typographic symbols, outlined below. This indicates a point requiring particular care to ensure safe use of the product. : Failure to heed this message will result in serious injury or death. : Failure to heed this message may result in serious injury or death. : Failure to heed this message may result in minor injury.
To Ensure Safe Use Never disassemble or modify Use only with the power cord When pulling the power cord this product. included eith this product. from an electrical socket, be sure to grip the plug. Use with other than the included power cord may lead to fire or electocution.
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 inadvertently allow the hands, hair, or necktie near the rotating parts while in operation.
To Ensure Correct Use This product is a precision instrument Do not install in an area subject to dust, Do not connect to an AC outlet that and must be handled with care. high humidity or poor ventilation. supplies other than the specified voltage. When the unit is not in use for an When cleaning the CAMM SCRIBE, Always allow a minimum gap of 30 cm...
Tools and pens that can be used with the CAMM SCRIBE are optionally available from Roland DG Corp. For details, see "Appendix A List of Options" 2 Confirmation of Included Items This product is packed with the following accessory items in addition to the CAMM SCRIBE.
3 Part Names Front Tool carriage Table The table grips the workpiece to be cut and plot. Power switch Control Panel (Described on the following page.) Dust collector hose port This is where the dust collector Depth regulator nose is attached to take up cuttings This is used to attach the while engraving is in progress.
ARROW keys Control Panel These are used to move the tool carriage in the direction of the arrow. Hold down the key for faster movement. r.p.m knob SPEED knob SELECT key This selects the cutting or plotting mode. This sets the cutting This sets the spindle or plotting speed.
5 Installation and Connections Installation Never install this unit in any of the following situations, as it could result in damage: Places where the installation surface is unstable or not level. Places with excessive electrical noise. Places with excessive humidity or dust. Places with poor ventilation, because the CAMM SCRIBE generates considerable heat during operation.
Driver Software Installation This product includes driver software for Windows. This driver must be installed if you are using Windows. Refer to the explanation included with the driver to install it. Interface Setup CAMM SCRIBE automatically detects the type of interface (parallel or serial) from the first batch of data sent from the computer after the power is switched on.
6 Before Starting to Cut and Plot Loading the Material If the material is not secured correctly, it may not be cut and plot as intended. Some examples of material loading are shown below. Refer to these to use the appropriate method for the material at hand to secure it in place.
Using the Optional CP-A3 Cutting-use Protective Pad... • The peel-off sheets are used Material to protect the CP-A3 after CP-A3 use. Peel off the Do not throw them away. backing paper • One CP-A3 can be used about 100 times. Replace it once it loses its grip (sticki- ness).
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Tighten the screw securely to secure the blade in Gently lower the cutter until the tip of the blade place. touches the surface of the material. Material surface Hexagonal screw driver Press the SET SURFACE key to raise the cutter. Use the spanner to turn the depth regulator nose in the direction of the arrow to extend the blade depth to the desired engraving depth.
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For Pen Plotting * Use SELECT key to choose "PEN (SCORE)" as the mode. Loosen the tool mounting screw and insert the tool Insert the pen into the tool adapter, insert the spring adapter into the tool carriage. that comes with the tool adapter, then attach the cap. * If the depth regulator nose is installed, it should be removed.
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Loosen the tool mounting screw and insert the tool adapter into the tool carriage. * If the sheet is to be applied to a hard material such as glass * If the depth regulator nose is or an acrylic panel, it is possible to eliminate the transfer installed, it should be removed.
Setting the Origin Point The origin point set with the software determines the position on the CAMM SCRIBE that is set. Usually, the origin on the CAMM SCRIBE is set to a location at the front left of the material secured in place. This section explains how to set the origin point at the front left of a piece of material.
Test Cutting The CAMM SCRIBE can perform test cutting to check whether cutting conditions are correct. Test cutting is also recommended to determine optimal cutting conditions such as the compatibility of the material and tool, as well as cutting speed. If the results of test cutting are less than satisfactory, refer to "...
Spindle Speed Adjust the spindle speed to match the material being engraved. Depending on the material, a spindle speed that is too fast may cause the material to melt. Slower Faster speed speed Turn the r.p.m knob on the control panel to change the spindle speed. Cutting and Plotting Speed Engraving Turn the SPEED knob on the control panel to...
7 Sending Cutting and Plotting Data Cutting and plotting is performed when data is sent from the computer (software application). Refer to the manual for the software and drivers you are using for an explanation of how to output cutting and plotting data. Changes That Can Be Made While Cutting and Plotting Pausing Operation PAUSE .
9 Maintenance These are maintenance tasks that should be performed by the user. Cleaning the Unit Use a vacuum cleaner to remove cutting dust. Do not use any blower like airbrush. Otherwise, dust spread in the air may harm your health or damage this machine.
10 If There's a Problem... If operation the CAMM SCRIBE becomes abnormal, immediately switch off the power to the unit. No Power Is the power cord plugged in correctly? Make sure the power cord is plugged in securely. Is the power switch set to ON? Make sure the power is turned on.
However, these commands are not supported in mode 1. A "CAMM-GL II Programmer's Manual" is available for separate purchase for those wishing to create their own programs for this machine. For further information, please contact the nearest Roland DG Corp. dealer or distributor. mode 2 Others Compatible.
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