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GRAPHTEC FC4100 series User Manual

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  • Page 1 cutting pro FC4100 series series USER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 FC4100-75 30 inches (75 cm) wide. FC4100-100 42 inches (100 cm) wide. FC4100-130 54 inches (130cm) wide. For more information about Graphtec and Graphtec products, visit Graphtec’s home pages at: www.graphtecusa.com (USA, Canada, South America) www.graphteccorp.com (Other regions) For frequently asked questions, visit our FAQ site for the FC4100 at:...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents ♦ T - 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Special precautions SP - 1 Handling the Cutting Blades SP - 2 Handling the Cutters SP - 2 Attaching a Cutter Pen SP - 3 After turning on the Plotter SP - 4 Machine caution Label SP - 5...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents ♦ T - 3 Select the Media Type C3 - 18 ROLL-1 C3 - 18 ROLL-2 C3 - 18 SHEET C3 - 19 CONTINUE C3 - 19 Initializing Routine C3 - 20 ROLL-1 C3 - 20 ROLL-2 C3 - 20 SHEET C3 - 20...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents ♦ T - 4 PAGE LENGTH - Setting the Length of the Page with Roll Media C4 - 16 ROTATE - Rotating the Coordinate Axes C4 - 17 DATA SORTING - Sorting the cut data C4 - 18 MIRROR - Reversing the Image C4 - 20 SCALE - Enlarging and Reducing an Image Size...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents ♦ T - 5 Troubleshooting - Poor Cutting Results C6 - 12 Error Messages and Their Cause C6 - 16 Error Messages with their Possible Causes and Probable Solution C6 - 16 Command Error Messages and Their Causes C6 - 18 Error Messages in GP-GL Command Mode C6 - 18...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents ♦ T - 6 Contents C9 - 7 Assemble the Basket C9 - 8 FC4100 Media Roll Holder Option C9 - 12 Contents C9 - 13 Assemble the Media Holders C9 - 13 Appendix AP - 1 Information to the User AP - 1 Compliance Information Statement...

  • Page 8: Special Precautions

    Special Precautions ♦ SP - 1 Special Precautions This section covers special precautions you should take when operating or storing your plotter. TIP: Information to simplify the task. NOTE: Important information to complete a task correctly. CAUTION: Will cause damage to the unit. ACHTUNG: Lesen Sie den mit diesem Symbol markierten Absatz besonders aufmerksam.

  • Page 9: Handling The Cutting Blades

    Special Precautions ♦ SP - 2 Handling the Cutting Blades WARNING: Cutter blades are used with this plotter. Be sure to handle the cutter blades and holders with care to prevent bodily injury. WARNUNG: Benutzen Sie diese Messer vorsichtig, um Verletzungen zu vermeiden. Cutter blades are very sharp.

  • Page 10: Attaching A Cutter Pen

    Special Precautions ♦ SP - 3 Attaching a Cutter Pen WARNING: To avoid injury, do not touch the pen tip after the plotter is turned on. WARNUNG: Um das Risiko einer Verletzung herabzusetzen, sollten Sie niemals das messer berühren während der Schneidplotter arbeitet. Follow the procedure below to attach a cutter pen to the pen carriage 1.

  • Page 11: After Turning On The Plotter

    Special Precautions ♦ SP - 4 After Turning on the Plotter During the course of turning on the plotter, be sure to observe the following precautions: The pen carriage and loaded media may suddenly move during the cutting operation, immediately afterward and when setting the plotter’s functions. Keep your hands, hair, clothing and other objects out of the vicinity of the pen carriage, grit rollers and loaded media.

  • Page 12: Machine Caution Label

    Special Precautions ♦ SP - 5 Machine Caution Label The Machine’s Caution Label is located on the top cover. CAUTION. REFER TO USER’S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION SHARP POINT KEEP HANDS, HAIR, AND CLOTHES AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS Achtung. Für weitere Informationen, lesen Sie bitte diese Handbuch, bevor Sie mit der Arbeit beginnen.

  • Page 13: Notes On Working Environment

    Special Precautions ♦ SP - 6 Notes on Working Environment Be sure to observe the following notes in the working environment of your plotter: Avoid use or storage of the plotter in places subject to direct sunlight or the direct draft from air-conditioning.

  • Page 14: Notes On Use

    CAUTION: Make sure your computer and power sources are adequately grounded (the RS- 232 interface cable should meet the CCITT V24, EIA RS-232 standards. Graphtec’s RS-232 serial interface cable conforms to the EIA standard). Inadequate grounding may result in severe damage to your plotter or computer and constitute misuse of the plotter.

  • Page 15: Daily Maintenance

    Special Precautions ♦ SP - 8 Daily Maintenance During the course of daily plotter operation, be sure to observe the following precautions: Never lubricate the mechanisms of the plotter. Clean the plotter’s casing using a dry cloth that has been moistened in a neutral detergent diluted with water.

  • Page 16: Chapter 1 Out Of The Box

    This chapter describes plotter nomenclature and how to install your plotter. Checking the Contents After unpacking your plotter, check that the standard accessories shown below are all present. If any accessory is missing, contact your sales representative or the nearest Graphtec dealer. Accessories Cutter Pen Set...

  • Page 17: Nomenclature

    Out of the Box ♦ C1 - 2 Nomenclature 1. AC Line Inlet: Where the power cord is connected. 2. Control Panel: Used to access various plotter functions. 3. Cutting Channel: A channel running along the cutting mat area. Used to reduce pouncing tool wear.

  • Page 18: Installing The Accuload System

    Out of the Box ♦ C1 - 3 Installing the Accuload System The Accuload system consists of two media brackets, two stock rollers and one media alignment bar. Installation procedure 1. Place the media bracket (right) against the inside surface of the plotter’s side box (right). 2.
  • Page 19 Out of the Box ♦ C1 - 4 7. Place the media alignment bar in between the tabs of the media brackets that protrude from the front side from the plotter. 8. Secure the media alignment bar to the tabs at both ends with M4 flat head screws. 9.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Plotter

    Out of the Box ♦ C1 - 5 Connecting the Plotter Connecting to the Computer The FC4100 Plotter is equipped with an RS-232 or Serial Interface Cable in the Accessory Kit. 1. Connect the 25 pin connector to the RS232-C connector on the plotter and tighten the screws.

  • Page 21: Connecting To The Power

    Out of the Box ♦ C1 - 6 Connecting to the Power The FC4100 Plotter is equipped with a Power Cord in the Accessory Kit. 1. Connect power cord to the plotter. 2. Connect one end of the power cord provided to an electrical socket of the rated supply voltage then connect the other end to the plotter’s AC line inlet.

  • Page 22: Power To The Plotter

    Out of the Box ♦ C1 - 7 Power to the Plotter To turn on the plotter, perform the following steps: 1. Make sure that the plotter is turned off (the “O” side of the POWER switch is depressed). 2. Connect the plotter to a computer and then configure your software application to the desired interface conditions (if the RS-232C serial interface is used), command mode and programmable resolution.

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Cutters And Holders

    Cutters and Holders ♦ C2 - 1 Chapter 2 Cutters and Holders This chapter describes the different cutters and their uses. Blade part no. Diameter Plunger part Applications and features and type and blade offset value CB09UA φ 0.9 mm PHP32-CB09N Standard blade for cutting color (supersteel)

  • Page 24: Cutter Pen Nomenclature

    Cutters and Holders ♦ C2 - 2 Cutter Pen Nomenclature WARNING: To avoid injury, handle cutter blades carefully. PHP32-CB09N Cutter Pen (For cutter blades of 0.9 mm diameter) PHP32-CB15N Cutter Pen (For supersteel cutter blades of 1.5 mm diameter) PHP31-CB15 Cutter Pen (For ceramic and sapphire cutter blades of 1.5 mm diameter)

  • Page 25: Php32-Cb09 Cutter Pen

    Cutters and Holders ♦ C2 - 3 PHP32-CB09 Cutter Pen (For cutter blades of 0.9 mm diameter) PHP32-CB15 Cutter Pen (For supersteel cutter blades of 1.5 mm diameter)

  • Page 26: Replacing The Cutter Blade

    Cutters and Holders ♦ C2 - 4 Replacing the Cutter Blade WARNING: Will cause injury to the Operator. Various types of plungers are available which correspond to the diameter and type of the blade used. Check the cutter blade you are going to use and its appropriate cutter offset value against the table below.

  • Page 27: Replacing Ceramic & Sapphire Blades In The Php31-Cb15

    Cutters and Holders ♦ C2 - 5 Replacing Ceramic & Sapphire Blades in the PHP31-CB15 1. Turn the blade length adjustment knob counterclockwise. 2. Remove the holder (B). 3. Remove the blade from the holder (A). 4. Point the tip of holder (A) downward. 5.

  • Page 28: Blade Length

    Cutters and Holders ♦ C2 - 6 Blade Length Make sure to correctly adjust the blade length. If the blade length is too long for CAUTION: the thickness of the media being used, you may cut through the cutting mat and damage your plotter.

  • Page 29: Chapter 3 Preparing To Cut

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 1 Chapter 3 Preparing to Cut This chapter describes how to use the control panel, load the media, select and install the appropriate cutting tools, and to achieve the best cutting results. Control Panel Indicator Lamps The POWER lamp remains lit (green) while the plotter is on.

  • Page 30: Position Keys

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 2 Position Keys All four keys are used to move the pen carriage when setting a function that requires the specification of a coordinate position. The moving speed of the pen carriage can be controlled in two levels by changing pressure applied to the position keys.
  • Page 31 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 3 Press AXIS ALIGN to get into the axis alignment adjustment mode. See the section Axis Alignment in Chapter 4 Advanced Functions and Settings for details.

  • Page 32: Selecting A Function Menu

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 4 Selecting a Function Menu When the plotter is in MENU mode (the MENU lamp is lit), each of the functions listed below in the “Function Selection” column can be accessed by pressing the NEXT key until the desired menu appears and then pressing the select key indicated by a box.

  • Page 33: Setting The Multilanguage Display

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 5 Setting the Multilanguage Display Your plotter’s display can be set to one of 12 different languages. To select the language: Turn the power on while pressing the DOWN ARROW key and the Menu selection display then appears.

  • Page 34: Turn On The Plotter

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 6 Turn on the Plotter Check to make sure that the pen carriage is not located near the pinch rollers so that it does not interfere with the pinch roller settings. After checking that both ends of the plotter’s power cord are securely connected, turn on the plotter by pressing the “|”...

  • Page 35: Loading Media

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 7 Loading Media This section describes the steps for loading media in the plotter. Note that the media can be loaded either before or after turning on the plotter. Be sure to move the pen carriage slowly. Moving the pen carriage quickly may CAUTION: damage the plotter.
  • Page 36 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 8 c) Wrap media behind and around the media alignment shaft. While keeping tension on the vinyl, adjust the vinyl edges so that both edges match accurately.
  • Page 37 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 9 2. Adjust the pinch roller positions Position the left and right pinch rollers to correspond with the width of the media. When moving the media to the left or right be sure to move the pinch rollers as required to hold down the media within the appropriate range.
  • Page 38 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 10 The position of the Middle Pinch Roller on the FC4100-100 and FC4100-130 CAUTION: Cutting Plotters effects the cutters performance. If the middle pinch roller is not positioned in the center range of the media AND located over the grit roller, the media will not feed evenly.
  • Page 39 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 11 3. Then lower the pinch rollers (raise the lever) and pull the vinyl out from the alignment bar. 4. Turn on the Power if it is off. V 1.12 GL Buffer RAM checking 5.

  • Page 40: Roll Media

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 12 Roll Media 1. Load the Media a) Place the roll of media on the media stocker. Use the yellow markings to locate the grit rollers. Place the media so that its edges align with the grit rollers. b) Lower the media set lever to raise the pinch rollers.
  • Page 41 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 13 c) Load the media in the plotter as shown. d) Wrap media behind and around the media alignment shaft. While keeping tension on the vinyl, adjust the edges of the vinyl so that both edges match accurately.
  • Page 42 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 14 2. Adjust the pinch roller positions Position the left and right pinch rollers to correspond with the width of the media. When moving the media to the left or right be sure to move the roll as required to ensure that no slack develops in the media.
  • Page 43 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 15 The position of the Middle Pinch Roller on the FC4100-100 and FC4100-130 CAUTION: Cutting Plotters effects the cutters performance. If the middle pinch roller is not positioned in the center range of the media AND located over the grit roller, the media will not feed evenly.
  • Page 44 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 16 3. Then lower the pinch rollers (raise the lever) and pull the vinyl out from the alignment bar. 4. Re-adjust the position of the roll as necessary to remove slack between the roll and pinch rollers.
  • Page 45 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 17 5. Hold the Media down Check there is no slack in the media between the roll and the front edge, reposition the media roll if necessary. Turn the roll of media so that you can pull out the amount you require for your cutting operation.
  • Page 46 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 18 Select the Media Type To avoid damaging the cutting mat, make sure to set the media type to SHEET CAUTION: when using sheet media. Whenever as possible, use sheet media of rectangular shape. If you have already loaded media, the media type menu appears.
  • Page 47 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 19 SHEET Detects both the leading and trailing edges Press F3 key to select SHEET ROLL-1> ROLL-2> SHEET> CONTINUE> The initialization routine is executed to determine the paper size and origin point. CUT AREA shows the effective cut area that is determined by CUT AREA the position of the pinch roller position and the page length 830mm...
  • Page 48 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 20 Initializing Routine ROLL-1 1. During initialization, the pen carriage moves right until it detects the mechanical home position. 2. The pen carriage then moves left until it detects the left hand side of the media edge. 3.
  • Page 49 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 21 Setting Conditions This function lets you register four different groups of conditions in the plotter’s memory. These conditions greatly affect the finished quality of the cutting operation. The desired group can be quickly loaded by simply pressing the corresponding select key 1 through 4 at the control panel. Each group consists of four parameters as described below: Cutting Force (Pen Pressure): Sets the force to be applied by the cutter blade during cutting, the hole punching force during pouncing, and the plotter pen pressure during...
  • Page 50 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 22 NOTE: The suffix “x” represents any cutter suffix within the family. For example, select CB09Ux when using a CB09UA cutter. NOTE: When you select POUNCE, the cutter offset refers to the spacing between the holes. Press the ENTER key to select the tool.
  • Page 51 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 23 Cutter Conditions To change the setting of a group of conditions, press the function key [F1] through [F4] corresponding to the number of the group you wish to change. For example, press the F2 key to select CONDITION 2.
  • Page 52 Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 24 To Change the Cutter Quality Press the F3 key to change QUALITY. The blinking CONDITION 2 cursor indicates that you can change its setting. 4z z CB09Ux Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower the numeric value from 1 to 8.

  • Page 53: Running Cutting Test

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 25 Running Cutting Test The TEST function allows you to check the suitability of your condition settings. If the test results are not satisfactory, adjust the settings as described in Cutter Conditions. The cutter pen starts moving as soon as a cutting test is selected. To avoid WARNING: injury to yourself and damage to the plotter, load the media before pressing the [TEST] key and then keep your hands, face and other obstacles out of the...

  • Page 54: Test 1

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 26 Test 1 Use this TEST 1 pattern to test your condition settings. CONDITION 2 With the media loaded in the plotter and the READY or PAUSE mode displayed on the menu, READY CB09Ux Press the TEST key on the Control Panel.

  • Page 55: Cutting Pro C3

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 27 Cutting Pro Use the CUTTING PRO Test pattern to check your cutting quality with an actual cut pattern without having to access your application software. With the media loaded in the plotter and the READY or PAUSE CONDITION 2 mode displayed on the menu, READY...

  • Page 56: Plotter Pen Conditions

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 28 Plotter Pen Conditions To change the setting of a group of conditions, press the function key [F1] through [F4] corresponding to the number of the group you wish to change. For example, press the F1 key to select CONDITION 1.

  • Page 57: To Change The Pen Speed C3

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 29 To Change the Pen Speed Press the F2 key to change SPEED. A blinking cursor indicates that you can change its setting. CONDITION 1 30z z Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower the numeric value from 1 to 90 and +.

  • Page 58: Pounce Conditions C3

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 30 Pounce Conditions To change the setting of a group of conditions, press the function key [F1] to [F4] corresponding to the number of the group you wish to change. For example, press the F3 key to select CONDITION 3.

  • Page 59: To Change The Pounce Quality C3

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 31 To Change the Pounce Quality Press the F3 key to change QUALITY. The blinking cursor indicates that you can change its setting. CONDITION 3 4z z Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower POUNCE the numeric value from 1 to 8.

  • Page 60: Light Pointer Conditions C3

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 32 Light Pointer Conditions The light pointer, which is embedded in the pen carriage, provides a means of pointing at certain positions on the media which are needed for performing such functions as AXIS ALIGNMENT and AREA.

  • Page 61: Changing Feed Speed C3

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 33 Changing Feed Speed This function allows you to change the media feed speed from SLOW to NORMAL. In the case of selecting ROLL-1 and SHEET on the media type menu, the plotter uses SLOW to ensure the accuracy of the leading and trailing edges of the media.

  • Page 62: Withdrawal Of The Pen Carriage C3

    Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 34 Withdrawal of the Pen Carriage This function moves the pen carriage from its current position to a position that is +100 mm away along both the X and Y axes. This also helps to confirm the job is completed. While holding down the ENTER key, press the UP ARROW key.

  • Page 63: Chapter 4 Advanced Functions And Settings C4

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 1 Chapter 4 Advanced Functions and Settings This chapter describes the advanced functions and settings for your cutter. Normally, you can access these functions through the menu however, some functions have quick keys on the control panel to provide fast access to these menus.

  • Page 64: Origin - Setting The Cutting Origin C4

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 2 ORIGIN - Setting the Cutting Origin This function allows you to move the origin point of cutting. Use the UP, DOWN, RIGHT or LEFT ARROW keys to move the cutter to the desired origin position.

  • Page 65: Copy - Copying The Data In Plotter Buffer Memory C4

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 3 COPY - Copying the Data in Plotter Buffer Memory This function allows you to automatically cut duplicates of the data sent from the computer. The data sent from the computer is always stored automatically in the plotter’s receive buffer while it is cutting/plotting.
  • Page 66 Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 4 The number can be increased up to the maximum number of copies that can be cut out of the currently loaded media. You may re-load another larger media to achieve the number the copies you wish to cut. Then reset the copy function again.

  • Page 67: Copying Sequence C4

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 5 Copying Sequence The following figures illustrate the sequence in which copies are cut, with the shaded areas representing the parts of the media that are not cut. The copies are normally cut in this sequence. If MIRROR mode is selected, the copies are cut in this sequence.

  • Page 68: Pen Up/Down - Raising/Lowering The Pen C4

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 6 PEN UP/DOWN - Raising/Lowering the Pen The PEN UP/DOWN function allows you to raise or lower the pen from the control panel. When the light pointer is selected as the tool, this function controls the light pointer’s light. The light turns on when PEN DOWN is selected.

  • Page 69: Buffer Clear - Clearing The Buffer C4

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 7 BUFFER CLEAR - Clearing the Buffer The BUFFER CLEAR function is used to clear from the plotter’s receive buffer all data that has been sent from the computer. Do not execute the BUFFER CLEAR function until the computer has completed WARNING: data output.

  • Page 70: Feed - Advancing The Media C4

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 8 FEED - Advancing the Media The FEED function is used to prevent the loaded media from slipping by automatically advancing the media to impress the media with grit roller marks, then returning the media to its original position.
  • Page 71 Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 9 ORIGIN - Setting the Origin in HP-GL™ ™ Mode There are two types of origins; Center and Lower Left. If HP-GL™ uses the Center mode and the plotter uses the Lower Left Origin point you may lose plot data because it is out of the upper right quadrant.
  • Page 72 Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 10 AREA - Setting the Cutting Area The Upper Right (UR) and Lower Left (LL) functions are used to specify the effective cutting area of the plotter so that any data specifying coordinate positions outside of the effective cutting area are disregarded.
  • Page 73 Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 11 Then the following menu appears. SET UPPER RIGHT 0 mm Use the POSITION Keys to specify a new UR 0 mm position. At such time, the X= and Y= DEFAULT> coordinate values respectively represent the current pen position as X- and Y-axis displacements from the original origin.
  • Page 74 Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 12 When the origin is set as shown in the example, the shaded area represents the effective cutting area defined by the LL and UR points. When the ROTATE mode has been selected to rotate the coordinate axes by 90° as shown in the example, the shaded area represents the effective cutting area defined by the LL and UR points.

  • Page 75: Expand - Expanding The Cut Area C4

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 13 EXPAND - Expanding the Cut Area EXPAND mode allows you to widen and narrow the cut area. The cut area is automatically determined by the position of the pinch rollers when the plotter is initialized. Select EXPAND when cutting a pattern that is almost as wide as the media and you do not mind having the footprints of the grit rollers on the edges of the pattern.
  • Page 76 Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 14 SET EXPAND LIMIT Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to select the value. 0 mm DEFAULT> Press the F4 key to select DEFAULT (0). Press the ENTER key to store your setting, the THIS OPERATION following menu will appear.
  • Page 77 Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 15 Setting a negative expansion limit Setting a positive expansion limit...

  • Page 78: Page Length - Setting The Length Of The Page With Roll Media

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 16 PAGE LENGTH - Setting the Length of the Page with Roll Media This function is used to specify the length of individual pages when using roll media. For optimum precision, specify the PAGE LENGTH to 2 m or less. CAUTION: When PAGE LENGTH is set over 2 m, be especially careful to load the media CAUTION:...

  • Page 79: Rotate - Rotating The Coordinate Axes

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 17 ROTATE - Rotating the Coordinate Axes This function is used to move the origin and rotate the coordinate axes by 90° as shown in the figure below. Press the MENU key to select MENU mode. Press the NEXT key.

  • Page 80: Data Sorting - Sorting The Cut Data

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 18 DATA SORTING - Sorting the cut data DATA SORTING allows you to shorten the throughput time by minimizing the movements of the pen carriage and the media by means of sorting receiving data. In cases when the order of cut data from the application software is not well optimized, this function will increase throughput.
  • Page 81 Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 19 If CONTENU is selected, the MEDIA TYPE MENU then appears. ROLL-1> Select the media type you wish to use. ROLL-2> SHEET> Press the F1 key to select ROLL-1. CINTINUE> Press the F2 key to select ROLL-2. Press the F3 key to select SHEET.
  • Page 82 Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 20 MIRROR – Reversing the Image To cut a reversed image of the original data, use the mirror mode. When the mirror mode is enabled, the origin and coordinate axes are changed as shown in the figure below. A mirror image of the original data is cut.
  • Page 83 Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 21 SCALE – Enlarging and Reducing an Image Size This function sets the SCALE factor for enlarging or reducing an image to be cut or plotted. Press the MENU key to select MENU mode. Press the NEXT key.

  • Page 84: Axis Alignment - Axis Alignment Parameter Setting

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 22 AXIS ALIGNMENT - Axis Alignment Parameter Setting AXIS ALIGNMENT is a very important function that should be used when you intend to cut pre- printed media, such as stickers or decals. When the media is loaded in the plotter, the media should be loaded at exactly the same angle and position as it was on the printer which printed the images to ensure that the position of the contour matches the printed images.

  • Page 85: Selecting The Axis Alignment Tool

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 23 Selecting the Axis Alignment Tool When the light pointer is selected and the AXIS ALIGNMENT key is pressed, the pen carriage and media move into position so that the light pointer is in the same position as the cutter/pen in READY mode.

  • Page 86: Selecting The Axis Alignment Method

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 24 Selecting the Axis Alignment Method Two Point Method The two point method requires you to enter “AXIS POINT 1”, “AXIS POINT 2” and the “AXIS ORIGIN POINT” which are shown at the bottom. The origin point may be located at the same position as that of point 1.
  • Page 87 Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 25 Press the MENU key to select MENU mode. Press the NEXT key. Press the NEXT key again. Press the F4 key to select FUNCTION 2. INTERFACE> AREA PARAMETERS> FUNCTION 1> FUNCTION 2> Press the F2 key to select AXIS ALIGNMENT.

  • Page 88: Axis Alignment Adjustment

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 26 Axis Alignment Adjustment When the light pointer is selected and the AXIS ALIGNMENT key is pressed, the pen carriage and media move into position so that the light pointer is in the same position as the cutter/pen in READY mode.
  • Page 89 Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 27 Press the ENTER key to store the setting. The following menu appears. Use the POSITION key to change the distance DISTANCE value to that of the printed image the distance POINT 1-3 between point 1 and point 3.

  • Page 90: Auto Pre Feed - Advancing The Media Automatically

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 28 AUTO PRE FEED - Advancing the Media Automatically The auto pre feed function is used to prevent the loaded media from slipping caused by the impact from pulling the media out from the stock roll during cutting/plotting. If this function is enabled, the plotter begins feeding as soon as initializing finishes.
  • Page 91 Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 29 Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode. NOTE: The plotter begins pre-feeding as soon as the cutting data is sent from the PC when the auto pre-feed is enabled AND the new origin point is within 50mm of the previous feed’s border.

  • Page 92: Tangential Emulation - Cutting Tiny Letters Or Thick & Thin Material

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 30 TANGENTIAL EMULATION - Cutting Tiny Letters or Thick & Thin Material The tangential emulation blade control prevents the following problems from occurring in the normal blade control. Dull corner shapes on thick material. Inadequate line length particularly on thick material.

  • Page 93: Enabling The Tangential Emulation

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 31 Enabling the Tangential Emulation Tangential emulation control can be individually enabled or disabled by pen condition. Press the MENU key to select MENU mode. Press the NEXT key. Press the NEXT key again. Press the F4 key to select FUNCTION 2 .

  • Page 94: Speed - Setting The Pen Up Speed

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 32 SPEED - Setting the Pen Up Speed To reduce the overall cutting time, this function allows you to set the traveling speed of the pen in raised status, separately from the cutting SPEED setting. Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.

  • Page 95: Offset Angle - Adjusting The Blade Offset Angle

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 33 OFFSET ANGLE - Adjusting the Blade Offset Angle Use this function to smooth curves on large characters or shapes. At the joints of each line segment, the plotter stops cutting and very quickly rotates the blade tip. This ensures the accurate cutting of the computer data.

  • Page 96: Offset Force - Setting The Offset Cut Pressure

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 34 OFFSET FORCE - Setting the Offset Cut Pressure Since the direction in which the blade tip is facing cannot be determined during initialization of the plotter, initial blade control is performed to adjust the offset angle of the blade (See OFFSET FORCE - Adjusting the Blade Offset Angle).

  • Page 97: Step Pass - Setting The Step Pass

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 35 STEP PASS - Setting the Step Pass Use this function when the cut line is jagged in detailed shapes such as small characters with tiny curves. The jaggedness is caused by an excessive number of line segments for small characters. It also slows the cutting speed.

  • Page 98: Distance Adjust - Adjusting The Length Of Cut Line Segments

    Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 36 DISTANCE ADJUST - Adjusting the Length of Cut Line Segments The actual length of cut line segments may vary according to the thickness of the media being used. In this case, use the DISTANCE ADJUST function to correct the distance. Each of the DISTANCE ADJUST settings represent a percentage of two meter distance along the X or Y-axis.

  • Page 99: Chapter 5 Background Settings

    Background Settings ♦ C5 - 1 Chapter 5 Background Settings This chapter discusses your plotter’s background settings. NOTE: Your settings are registered in the plotter’s internal memory and retained even when the plotter is turned off. To access this menu, turn on the plotter while pressing the DOWN ARROW key. After setting the necessary items, turn off the plotter regardless of the menu being displayed.

  • Page 100: The Menu Tree Of Background Setting

    Background Settings ♦ C5 - 2 The MENU TREE of Background Setting GP-GL HP-GL ™ Background Settings Background Settings LANGUAGE SELECTION LANGUAGE SELECTION English English ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ COMMAND ; AND : MODEL EMULATED ENABLED\ \ 7550\ \ DISABLED 7500 ↓...

  • Page 101: Background Settings For Gp-Gl

    Background Settings ♦ C5 - 3 Background Settings for GP-GL LANGUAGE SELECTION You may select one of the following 12 languages for the operation menu: Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish and Swedish. Press the UP and DOWN ARROW keys to select the LANGUAGE SELECTION desired language.

  • Page 102: Pen Up/Down For The "W" Command

    Background Settings ♦ C5 - 4 Pen UP/DOWN for the “W” Command When a command specifying the plotting of an arc is sent from the computer, this function determines whether to raise the pen or leave it in the same status (for example, the pen remains lowered if it was lowered when the command was received) before moving it to the starting position for plotting.
  • Page 103 Background Settings ♦ C5 - 5 Initial Blade Control Position (INIT. BLADE CONTROL) This function specifies the position at which initial blade control is performed (for more information about initial blade control see Adjusting the Blade Offset Angle.) When 2 mm BELOW is selected, initial blade control is performed 2 mm below the starting point of cutting.
  • Page 104 Background Settings ♦ C5 - 6 Pen UP Movement Control (PEN UP MOVE) When the Plotter receives commands that specify consecutive pen movements in raised status, the PEN UP MOVE function determines whether to move the pen to each coordinate point or to move the pen directly to the final coordinate point.
  • Page 105 Background Settings ♦ C5 - 7 Pinch Roller Sensor Control This function allows you to disable the pinch roller position sensor function which is performed after selecting the media type during the plotter’s initialization. When ENABLED is selected, the pinch roller position sensor is performed. When DISABLED is selected, the pinch roller position sensor will not perform.

  • Page 106: Background Settings For Hp-Gl

    Background Settings ♦ C5 - 8 Background Settings for HP-GL LANGUAGE SELECTION You may select one of the following 12 languages for the operation menu: Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish and Swedish. Press the UP and DOWN ARROW keys to select the LANGUAGE SELECTION desired language.
  • Page 107 Background Settings ♦ C5 - 9 Condition Priority This function determines the priority of programmed cutting conditions and manual settings of cutting conditions at the plotter’s control panel. When MANUAL is selected, commands specifying cutting conditions from the computer are ignored and the cutting conditions can only be set at the control panel.
  • Page 108 Background Settings ♦ C5 - 10 Length Unit This selection enables one to set the unit for coordinates appearing on the display panel to either units of millimeters or inches. Press the F3 key to select METRIC. LENGTH UNIT Press the F4 key to select INCH. METRIC\ \ An asterisk appears beside your choice.
  • Page 109 Background Settings ♦ C5 - 11 Media Size Sensor Control This function allows you to disable the media length sensor function which is performed after selecting the media type during the plotter’s initialization. When ENABLED is selected, the media length sensor is performed. When DISABLED is selected, the media length sensor will not perform.

  • Page 110: Circle Resolution

    Background Settings ♦ C5 - 12 Circle Resolution Use this selection to achieve smoother cut/plot quality on large circles or arcs when drawing with the circle or arc commands. When AUTO is selected, the resolution of circles and arcs will be automatically optimized. When DEFAULT is selected, the resolution of circles and arcs is always 5 degrees.

  • Page 111: Chapter 6 Test Modes And Troubleshooting

    Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 1 Chapter 6 Test Modes and Troubleshooting This chapter describes the check points and possible solutions to use for troubleshooting if the plotter does not operate or operates abnormally. CONDITION LIST - Listing the Cutting Conditions The CONDITON LIST function allows you to print a list of the settings of the four groups of cutting conditions, so you can check all of your current settings at a glance.

  • Page 112: Sample Printout Of The Condition Function

    Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 2 Press the F2 key to select CONDITION LIST. CONDITION LIST> SELF TEST> DATA DUMP> The following message appears. MOUNT THE PEN! Confirm the pen is mounted on the carriage. DONE> Press the F3 key to select DONE and start plotting. CANCEL CONDITIONS>...

  • Page 113: Data Dump - Using The Character Dump Mode

    Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 3 DATA DUMP - Using the Character Dump Mode This mode enables experienced users to detect the exact cause of communication problems between the plotter and the computer. In character dump mode, an exact print out of the codes reaching the plotter is produced.
  • Page 114 Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 4 Press the F4 key to select DATA DUMP. CONDITION LIST> SELF TEST> DATA DUMP> The following message appears. MOUNT THE PEN! Confirm pen is mounted on the carriage. DONE> Press the F3 key to select DONE and start plotting. CANCEL CONDITIONS>...

  • Page 115: Self Test - Running The Self Test

    Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 5 SELF TEST - Running the Self Test Your plotter is provided with a self test function that enables it to check its own functions. Because a correctly drawn self test pattern signifies that all of the functions of the plotter (excluding the interface settings) have been tested and found normal, this function is useful for determining whether the source of a problem is the plotter itself or in the connection between the plotter and the computer.
  • Page 116 Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 6 The following message appears. SELF TEST When you have finished printing the SELF TEST pattern, turn off the plotter to cancel SELF TEST mode. NOTE: The self test pattern is repeatedly printed until the plotter is turned off. To discontinue printing, even if a pattern is not completely printed, simply turn off the plotter.

  • Page 117: Troubleshooting - The Plotter Is Turned On But It Doesn't Work

    If the machine does not recover after 30 minutes, contact your sales representative or nearest Graphtec dealer. The plotter is defective. Contact your sales representative or nearest Graphtec dealer. The control panel’s POWER...
  • Page 118 The media sensors Contact your sales Media size sensor during initialization. may be defective. representative or setting in the nearest Graphtec background settings. dealer. You can start your job by temporarily disabling the media size sensing function. Media skews as soon...
  • Page 119 Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 9 Troubleshooting – Plotter does not Operate Properly Problem Cause Solution See section As soon as the data Position of the plot Adjust the position of is sent to plotter, pen data is located the data on carriage or media beyond the effective...
  • Page 120 Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 10 Problem Cause Solution See section Cutting CONDITION DATA SORTING is Normal. Disable Data Sorting setting can not be enabled. DATA SORTING if changed. necessary. The currently The parameter Change the Setting Cutting selected cutting priority setting is set parameter priority...
  • Page 121 Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 11 Problem Cause Solution See section Media is loaded but Media that is nearly Disable the paper Media size sensor the LOAD PAPER !! transparent cannot be sensors using media setting in the message appears.
  • Page 122 Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 12 Troubleshooting – Poor Cutting Results Problem Cause Solution See section The cut corners are The CUTTER Adjust the CUTTER Setting Cutting too rounded. OFFSET is OFFSET value. If too Conditions incompatible with the low, corners become blade type being rounded.
  • Page 123 Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 13 Problem Cause Solution See section Coarse resolution of The software’s Adjust the software’s curved lines. resolution setting is resolution setting. too low. The blade offset Raise the blade offset Setting Cutter angle is too low. angle.
  • Page 124 Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 14 Problem Cause Solution See section Cut media cannot be The retack sheet is Switch to a retack picked up using a not sticky enough. sheet that is more retack sheet. sticky. Media gets entangled Reduce the blade Blade Length during cutting.
  • Page 125 Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 15 Problem Cause Solution See section Cut characters are The Step pass is too Lower the step pass Step Pass deformed. high. setting. The starting and end Coordinate points are Check the coordinate points of cutting do incorrectly specified.

  • Page 126: Error Messages With Their Possible Causes And Probable Solution

    • ∗ Abnormal acceleration If error occurs rate table frequently, contact your sales representative or nearest Graphtec dealer. SPEED ALARM Cause Solution • ⇒ Turn the plotter off then Immediately after POWER OFF THEN ON turning on the plotter,...
  • Page 127 ⇒ Turn off the plotter, Media scraps stuck in moving parts and remove the media impeding plotter scraps, then turn the operation plotter back on • ∗ Abnormal acceleration If error occurs rate table frequently, contact your sales representative or nearest Graphtec dealer.

  • Page 128: Command Error Messages And Their Causes

    Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 18 Command Error Messages and Their Causes Error Messages in GP-GL Command Mode ERROR 1 Cause Solution The plotter received an COMMAND ERROR unrecognizable command. • ⇒ Press the ENTER key Noise was input to the plotter upon execution of the software application...
  • Page 129 Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 19 ERROR 5 Cause Solution An error occurred during I/O ERROR data transfer • ⇒ Configure the software The software configuration regarding to drive your plotter. the output device has Ensure that the been changed software’s interface conditions are correctly...

  • Page 130: Error Messages In Hp-Gl Command Mode

    Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 20 Error Messages in HP-GL Command Mode If any of the following command errors occur, they are nearly always caused by one of the reasons below: 1. The software configuration regarding the output device has been changed; or 2.
  • Page 131 Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 21 ERROR 10 Invalid Cause Solution During the execution of an Check the flow of your I/O output request output command, another programmed data. output command was executed. ERROR 11 invalid Cause Solution The ESC character was Check the ESC command byte following ESC.

  • Page 132: Setting The Parallel Interface

    Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 1 Chapter 7 Setting The Interface Functions This chapter describes how to connect your plotter to your computer. Setting the Parallel Interface § To use the Centronics-compatible parallel interface, connect the plotter’s parallel connector to the computer’s parallel port by cable.

  • Page 133: How To Get To The Interface Menu Before You Have Loaded Media

    Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 2 INTERFACE - Setting the Interface Functions The Interface Functions (Step Size, RS-232C and COMMAND Settings) can be set before or after loading media. How to get to the INTERFACE menu before you have loaded media When the media set lever is lowered, the following menu appears.

  • Page 134: Step Size - Setting The Programmable Resolution

    Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 3 STEP SIZE - Setting the Programmable Resolution When HP-GL™ command mode is selected, this STEP SIZE is not displayed. When the GP-GL command mode is selected, this function allows you to set the distance of pen movement corresponding to the coordinate value of 1.
  • Page 135 Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 4 RS-232C – Setting the Data Transmitting Conditions This function selects and sets the data transmitting condition of the serial interface. Three preset conditions are available for easy access. NOTE: Be sure to set the transmitting conditions to match the setting of your software applications NOTE: Your RS-232C setting is retained in the plotter’s internal memory while the plotter is turned off.

  • Page 136: Command - Selecting The Command Mode

    Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 5 COMMAND - Selecting the Command Mode This function selects the command mode, either HP-GL™ or GP-GL. NOTE: Be sure to set the command mode to match the command mode setting of your software application NOTE: Your command setting is retained in the plotter’s internal memory even while the plotter is turned off.

  • Page 137: Centronics-Compatible Parallel Interface

    Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 6 Centronics-Compatible Parallel Interface This eight-bit Centronics-compatible parallel interface is generally used for interfacing printers. The input signals are grouped into the eight bits of the DATA signals (DB0 to DB7), and each group of eight DATA signals is followed by the input of an active-LOW STROBE signal.
  • Page 138 Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 7 Input/Output Circuitry Input/Output Timing Chart...

  • Page 139: Pin Assignment Of The Parallel Connector

    Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 8 Pin Assignment of the Parallel Connector The pin assignment of the Centronics-compatible parallel interface connector is described below. Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name STROBE DB 0 DB 1 DB 2 DB 3 DB 4 DB 5...

  • Page 140: Rs-232C Serial Interface

    Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 9 RS-232C Serial Interface The RS-232C Serial interface of your plotter conforms to the RS-232C Standard of Electronic Industries Association (EIA). This serial interface performs the serial transfer of digital binary data, control signals and SYNC signals. Specifications Standard CCITT V.24, EIA RS-232C, JIS X5101...

  • Page 141: Pin Assignment Of The Serial Connector

    Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 10 Pin Assignment of the Serial Connector The pin assignment of the serial interface connector is described below. Signal Name Pin No. Signal name GND (Frame) Not used SD (TxD) Not used RD (RxD) Not used RS (RTS) Not used...

  • Page 142: Chapter 8 Specifications

    41.5 in. (w) x 14 in. (h) x 18.3 in. (d) max. Weight Approximately 29 kg (64 lb.) [with Accuload installed] 1 When using Graphtec-specified media 2 HP-GL is a trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company 3 Using CB15U-K30 blades to cut sandblast rubber...
  • Page 143 (h) x 24.5 in. (d) max. with stand Weight Approximately 52 kg (115 lb.) [with the Stand and Accuload installed] 1 When using Graphtec-specified media 2 HP-GL is a trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company 3 Using CB15U-K30 blades to cut sandblast rubber...
  • Page 144 (h) x 24.5 in. (d) max. with stand Weight Approximately 58 kg (128 lb.) [with Stand and Accuload installed] 1 When using Graphtec-specified media 2 HP-GL is a trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company 3 Using CB15U-K30 blades to cut sandblast rubber...
  • Page 145 Specifications ♦ C8 - 4 Options Item Contents Stand & Media Basket FC4100-75 Stand, Collapsible media basket Media Basket FC4100-100 Collapsible media basket Media Basket FC4100-130 Collapsible media basket Multi Media Supply Kit FC4100-75 Rollers, Brackets Multi Media Supply Kit FC4100-100 Rollers, Brackets Multi Media Supply Kit FC4100-130 Rollers, Brackets...
  • Page 146 Specifications ♦ C8 - 5 External Dimensions FC4100-75 without Stand FC4100-75 with Stand and Basket Option...
  • Page 147 Specifications ♦ C8 - 6 FC4100-100 without Stand FC4100-100 with Stand (Standard) and Basket (Option)
  • Page 148 Specifications ♦ C8 - 7 FC4100-130 without Stand FC4100-130 with Stand (Standard) and Basket (Option)

  • Page 149: Chapter 9 Options

    Options ♦ C9 - 1 Chapter 9 Options The following are the FC4100 option user manuals. FC4100 Pounce Tool Manual Pouncing is a method used to create a punched outline on media. This is done by inserting a special tool in the plotter that produces holes instead of plotting with a pen or cutting with a blade. This outline or pattern has many uses such as aligning letters on a large job or creating a chalk outline for graphics that will be hand-painted.

  • Page 150: Inserting The Pounce Tool

    Options ♦ C9 - 2 Inserting the Pounce Tool Follow the procedure below to attach a pounce tool to the pen carriage: 1. Make sure the pen holder screw is loose. 2. While holding the pen holder upward, push the pouncing tool all the way into the holder until its rim contacts the pen stopper.
  • Page 151 Options ♦ C9 - 3 Select Pounce Tool from the Menu 1. Press the function key [F1] through [F4] corresponding to the number of the group whose registered tool you wish to change. 2. Press the CONDITION key to select the tool. 3.
  • Page 152 Options ♦ C9 - 4 FC4100 Stand Manual The FC4100 Stand is used to make the unit more portable, free up counter space and make storing your plotter easier. The Stand is option in the FC4100-75. The Stand is standard accessory in the FC4100-100 and FC4100-130. WARNING: Use two people to pick up the plotter.
  • Page 153 Stand Assembly The following information will give you step by step instructions on how to assemble the Stand for the GRAPHTEC FC4100 Cutting Plotter. For the best results, please follow all instructions carefully. Assembly Area: Assemble the Stand on a secure, flat surface.
  • Page 154 Options ♦ C9 - 6 5. Have two people set the plotter (without the Conveyor Rollers and Media installed) on the Stand assembly using the index pins to align on the left and right top mounting brackets of the stand. 6.

  • Page 155: Fc4100 Basket Option

    CAUTION: The longer length leg platform is installed towards the back of the unit. NOTE: The basket was designed to be used with Graphtec recommended media only. Other media may be stiffer and will not flow into the basket smoothly.
  • Page 156 Basket Assembly The following information will give you step by step instructions on how to assemble the Basket Assembly for the GRAPHTEC FC4100 Cutting Plotter. For the best results, please follow all instructions carefully. Assembly Area: Assemble the Basket on a secure, flat surface.
  • Page 157 Options ♦ C9 - 9 4. Install one Basket Tube thru the top two holes of the Tube Brackets front and rear. 5. Install the remaining Basket Tube thru the bottom two holes of the Tube Brackets rear and front. 6.
  • Page 158 Options ♦ C9 - 10 8. Insert one Basket Bracket into an end of the Cloth Basket. The hook opening MUST face away from the velcro fasteners. Be sure to insert the bracket all the way thru until the three hooks exit the openings clearly.
  • Page 159 Options ♦ C9 - 11 14. Have two people set the plotter (without the Conveyor Rollers and Media installed) on the stand assembly using the index pins to align on the left and right top mounting brackets of the stand. 15.
  • Page 160 Options ♦ C9 - 12 FC4100 Media Roll Holder Option The FC4100 Media Roll Holder allows multiple roll capabilities and easy storage of your common media colors. The Media Roll Holder is option in the FC4100-75, FC4100-100 and FC4100-130. To use the media stored in the Media Roll Holder, you must. 1.
  • Page 161 Assemble the Media Holders The following information will give you step by step instructions on how to assemble the Media Holder Assembly for the GRAPHTEC FC4100 Cutting Plotter. For the best results, please follow all instructions carefully. Please note that the Media Holder option for the FC4100-100 and FC4100-130 Cutting Plotter has an additional brace to support the larger media rolls.
  • Page 162 Options ♦ C9 - 14 3. Attach the Stiffener Rod between the tow Plates with two M6 x 12mm Socket Cap Screws. 4. Insert the lower two conveyor rollers. 5. Insert the middle two conveyor rollers. 6. Insert the top two conveyor rollers. NOTE: Make sure the conveyor rollers are straight.
  • Page 163 Appendix ♦ AP - 1 Appendix Information to the User Compliance Information 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.

  • Page 164: Declaration Of Conformity

    Appendix ♦ AP - 2 EC Declaration of Conformity DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer’s Name : Graphtec Technology, Incorporated Manufacturer’s Address : 45A Parker Irvine, California, USA 92618 EU Representative: Tony Hudson Graphtec (GB) Ltd. Suite 31, Redwither Tower Redwither Business Park...
  • Page 165 Index ♦ ID - 1 INDEX Command Error Messages C6-18 Accessories C1-1 Selecting C7-5 Accuload System C1-3 “W” Command C5-4 Assemble “;” Command C5-3 Accuload System C1-3 “:” Command C5-3 Basket C9-7 Condition Cutter Pen SP-3 Cutter C3-23 Media Roll Holder C9-12 Light Pointer C3-32...
  • Page 166 Mirror C4-20 GP-GL Model No. Response C5-8 Background Settings C5-3 More information Multilanguage Display C3-5 Command Selecting C7-5 Graphtec Home Page Nomenclature (Mainframe) C1-2 Nomenclature (Cutter Pen) C2-2 Handling the Cutting Blades SP-2 Notes HP-GL SP-7 Background Settings C5-8 Command Selecting...
  • Page 167 Index ♦ ID - 3 Out of the Box C1-1 Scale C4-21 Select Keys C3-1 Page Length C4-16 Select Parallel Interface C1-5, C7-1, C7-6 Function Menu C3-4 Media Type C3-18 Conditions C3-28 Tool from the Menu C3-21 Up/Down C4-6 Serial Interface SP-7, C1-5, C7-1, Up/Down for “W”...
  • Page 168 Index ♦ ID - 4 Unit Length C5-5 “W” Command C5-4 Withdrawal of the Pen Carriage C3-34 Working Environment SP-6 www.graphteccorp.com www.graphtecusa.com Others “:” Command Control C5-3 “;” Command Control C5-3...
  • Page 169 The specifications, etc., in this manual are subject to change without notice. Printed in U.S.A. Part No. 53801-072T Rev. B...

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