Creating A Nameplate (Engraving Mode); Loading Material - Roland EGX-20 User Manual

3 Creating a Nameplate (Engraving Mode)

This section describes the basic steps for engraving using the EGX-20, taking the procedure for engraving the plate included
with the machine as an example.
NOTICE
Large changes in temperature may alter the cutting depth. Use care when using near an air conditioner or heater.
In cases like this, reinstall the cutter (thereby realigning it with the reference surface).
Cuttable depth is 0.05 to 1 mm (0.002 to 0.039 in.) in the Engraving mode. Do not attempt cutting that exceeds
this depth.
In the engraving mode, fill engraving over a broad area (that is, having a width equal to or greater than the diam-
eter of the nose cone) cannot be performed. Such operations are generally classified as "difficult" engraving, but
they are possible using the 3D cutting

Loading Material

NOTICE
When you load more than one plate at a time, make sure there are no gaps between them. Plates that are not
quadrilateral or are of irregular shape may not be suitable for engraving with the EGX-20.
Before you load material, attach the included adhesive sheet. Be sure the unit is in View status when loading
material.

Power and View
lights illuminate.

Place the plate on the adhesive sheet, then press
down on it from above to anchor it securely.
16 3 Creating a Nameplate (Engraving Mode)
If the EGX-20 is switched off, press
the power button to turn it on.
The carriage moves to the right edge and
the table moves to the front, the unit goes
into View status, and the Power and View
lights light up.
If the EGX-20 is turned on but the View light
is not illuminated, press the View button.
The carriage moves to the right edge and
the table moves to the front, the unit goes
into View status, and the Power and View
lights light up.
Place the plate on the adhesive sheet,
then press down on it from above to
anchor it securely.
You can place the item anywhere on the
adhesive sheet.
However, if the plate is placed at an angle
with respect to the table, the engraving will
not be straight.
Place it so that it is aligned straight with the
corners and sides of the table.