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Docu Cutter DC-545 HC/DC-545 HCEX Instruction Manual Version. 1.0 / November 2003 Correct operation and periodic maintenance are essential for ensuring safe use of this machine. Thoroughly read this manual before using this machine. Store this manual so that it can be retrieved whenever needed.
Introduction DC-545 HC Thank you for your purchase of the Docu Cutter DC-545 HC. To ensure safe and efficient prolonged use of this machine, read and thoroughly understand this manual before using this machine. After using this manual, be sure to keep it in a place to handy reference.
Positioning the Machine ..................... 9 Maintenance ......................10 Conventions Used in This Manual ................11 Chapter 1 Operating Instraction - DC-545 HC Part names and their functions ................. 12 Loading the paper ....................13 Selecting/operating/stopping a job ................14 Adjustments ......................15 Troubleshooting table ....................
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Customer Programmed Jobs ..................60 Factory Preset Jobs ......................61 How to Manually Program a Job ..................64 Appendix - DC-545 HC / DC-545 HCEX Specifications ........................70 DC-545 with HC AUTO FEEDER Specifications ............70 DC-545 with HCEX AUTO FEEDER Specifications ..........71 Specifications of Reg.
Chapter Operating Instraction - DC545 HC Part names and their functions Reference Name Function Page Level adjustment lever For adjusting the level of the elevator Separator adjustment knob For adjusting the amount of space between sheets of paper Airflow adjustment knob For adjusting the amount of airflow Skew adjustment knob For adjusting the skew of the paper...
Part Names and Their Functions Loading the paper ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Fan the edge of the paper stack to separate the paper.
Part Names and Their Functions Adjustments ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Elevator level ( Feed tray) The elevator level should be adjusted in the following cases.
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Part Names and Their Functions ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Adjusting the airflow The amount of airflow should be adjusted in the following cases: a.
Part Names and Their Functions Troubleshooting table Symptom Possible Cause Remedy The machine Paper level is too low. Raise the elevator height by pushing the level adjustment does not feed lever downward. (See Figure 1-1) paper. Paper separators are too high. Lower the paper separators by turning the separator adjust- ment knob clockwise, towards a lower number.
Chapter Before Using This Machine - DC545 HCEX This chapter contains essential information you should understand such as the materials packaged with this machine, how to set up the system, the names of the machine parts, etc. Confirming the Packaged Materials This product contains the following materials packaged together.
How to Set up the System This section describes the cautions and the procedure when you set up this machine. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Take out the machine from the package and place the machine on a flat and stable table.
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How to set up the System ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Connect the power cord to the Docu Cutter and a wall outlet.
Part Names and Their Functions Appearance Reference Name Function page Control panel Displays operations and statuses. Waste tray cover Open to remove pieces of paper left in the machine. Waste tray Receives pieces of waste paper. 19, 20 Feed tray The original document is placed here.
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Part Names and Their Functions Reference Name Function page Rear cover Open to remove jammed paper. 23, 25 10,11 Paper tray Receives the finished document. Power switch Press to switch the power on and off.
Part Names and Their Functions Control Panel START POWER – STOP COVER MODE PAPER Europe – Reference Name Function page LCD panel Displays the status of the machine. 16, 23, Displays messages when an error or paper jam occurs. <+> key Press to eject the document from the machine at the time of paper jam.
Part Names and Their Functions LCD Panel ∗ [ RUN ] P–79 ∗ ∗ ∗ BC REG AC Reference Name Function page Status Displays the current status or operating mode. Preset number Displays the preset Program (P) number. 15, 48 OPTION An "*"...
Turning Power ON/OFF This section describes the operating sequence from turning ON the power switch until the machine is ready to operate, and how to turn OFF the power. Turning ON the Power ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Press the “...
Chapter Operating Instructions - DC545 HCEX This chapter describes the operating sequence from turning ON the power switch until completing cutting. Automatic Cutting Using Bar Codes and Register Marks This machine can read bar codes and reg. marks enabling automatic cutting and creasing. The procedure is described below.
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Automatic Cutting Using Bar Codes and Register Marks ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Automatic cutting and creasing start based on the information contained in the bar codes and reg.
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Automatic Cutting Using Bar Codes and Register Marks CCD Scan Mode How to Change the Settings in the DC-545 CCD Scan Mode Where to make the settings 1. Press the “MODE” key and select “BARCODE”. 2. Press the “SET” key. Switch the display from “BARCODE”...
About the Waste Tray Pieces of cut paper accumulate in the waste tray. Open the drawer located at the bottom left of the machine and remove them periodically. Accumulation of pieces of paper may cause paper jams. How to remove the accumulated pieces of paper is described below. WARNING •...
Chapter Troubleshooting - DC545 HCEX This chapter describes what to do when an error has occurred and how to deal with paper jams and error messages. Troubleshooting Flow Chart Power Does Not Turn ON If the power does not turn ON, check the following. THE MACHINE DOESN'T TURN ON.
Troubleshooting Flow Chart Cutting is Not Possible If cutting is not possible, check the following. IS THERE A MESSAGE DISPLAYED ON ERROR DISPLAY PANEL? See P.23, "Error Messages". Please contact your service person.
Error Messages This machine has a self-diagnosis function that displays an error message on the control panel when it determines a problem has occurred. The following shows the error message, possible causes and a description of the problem that was detected. –––...
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Error Messages ––– J 3 ––– CENTER JAM Cause • Paper does not meet specifications • The length of the JOB data and the paper are different. Problem detected 1. The leading edge of the paper was not detected at PPS3 even though the specified length (100 mm) had passed PPS2.
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Error Messages ––– J 7 ––– CUTTER LOCK Cause • Paper does not meet specifications • Cutter motor is defective • Cutter position switch is defective • Main PWB unit is defective Problem detected 1. There was no response from the cutter position switch even though the specified time (0.6 seconds) elapsed after cutting started.
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Error Messages ––– E 2 ––– RS232C ERROR Cause • CCD is defective • Main PWB unit is defective Problem detected 1. There was an abnormal transmission between the CCD and the DC-545. ––– E 3 ––– BARCODE ERROR Cause •...
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Error Messages ––– E 5 ––– SLITTER ERROR * *Slitter errors are numbered from 1 to 6. Cause • Slitter sensor is defective • Slitter positioning motor is defective • Main PWB unit is defective Problem detected 1. Light did not transmit to the slitter sensor when temporarily shifting inward 8 mm to detect the home position while the slitter sensor was shielded from light and the command to move the slitter was issued.
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Error Messages ––– E 6 ––– DATA ERROR Cause • Preset data is not registered • Memory PWB unit is defective Problem detected 1. Preset data was accessed that exceeds a total of 17 AUTO CUTs (see table below), JOB cuts and scores while AUTO CUT is being used.
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Error Messages ––– E 7 ––– CONNECTION ERROR Cause • Bad connection between AF-100 and DC-545 • Feed PCB unit is defective • Main PWB unit is defective Problem detected 1. Can not confirm connection between AF-100 and DC-545 while machine is operating. –––...
When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When a paper jam has occurred, the JAM lamp blinks and a message is displayed on the LCD panel. WARNING • Do not touch the blade (with the WARNING sticker attached). Doing so may cause injury. (aP.6, “Warning Sticker”) •...
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When a Paper Jam Has Occurred ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Remove the jammed document using the tweezers.
When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When “FEED JAM” is Displayed If a paper jam has occurred in the feeding unit, “FEED JAM” is displayed on the LCD panel and the JAM lamp blinks. Remove the jammed document with the following procedure. –––...
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When a Paper Jam Has Occurred ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Remove the jammed document. ○...
When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When “CENTER JAM” is Displayed If a paper jam has occurred in the machine (front), “CENTER JAM” is displayed on the LCD panel and the JAM lamp blinks. Remove the jammed document with the following procedure. –––...
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When a Paper Jam Has Occurred ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Remove the jammed document using the tweezers.
When a Paper Jam Has Occurred Procedure of Removing Front and Rear Creaser Guides This operation also needs to be done when the creaser or the cutters are locked. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Please open the Front/Rear Cover of DC-545HC.
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When a Paper Jam Has Occurred ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Please slide the guide toward q q q q q (non-operator side) then pull up toward w w w w w .
When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When “SLITTER JAM” is Displayed If a paper jam has occurred in the machine (rear), “SLITTER JAM” is displayed on the LCD panel and the JAM lamp blinks. Remove the jammed document with the following procedure. –––...
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When a Paper Jam Has Occurred ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Remove the jammed document. ○...
When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When “CUTTER LOCK” is Displayed If a paper jam has occurred in the cutter unit, “CUTTER LOCK” is displayed on the LCD panel and the JAM lamp blinks. Remove the jammed document with the following procedure. Check that the paper stock is within specifications.
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When a Paper Jam Has Occurred ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Remove the jammed document using the tweezers.
When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When “CREASE LOCK” is Displayed If a paper jam has occurred in the creasing unit, “CREASE LOCK” is displayed on the LCD panel and the JAM lamp blinks. Remove the jammed document with the following procedure. Check that the paper stock is within specifications.
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When a Paper Jam Has Occurred ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Remove the jammed document using the tweez- ers.
Chapter Manual Programming - DC545 HCEX This chapter describes how to manually program the Docu Cutter. The Docu Cutter is manually programmable with 80 sets of job dimensions or program numbers. Each set of dimensions are stored and recalled by a program number. (a P.45, “Factory Preset Jobs”) Prior to Programming a Job Before programming a job carefully measure, Program...
Definition of Programming Terms PAPER FEEDING DIRECTION Reg. Mark Bar Code (Optional) (Optional) Left Margin Slitter Right Margin Slitter (LEFT SL) (RGHT SL) Center Left Slitter Center Right Slitter (C.L.SL) (C.R.SL) Center Slitter (OP 1) PAPER FEEDING DIRECTION First Cut Bar Code (Optional) Reg.
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Definition of Programming Terms SHEET LAYOUTS Sheets can be laid out in portrait or landscape format. The illustration below is for a CD tray jacket. The letter (or A4) sheet is printed 2-up and fed in portrait orientation.
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Definition of Programming Terms AUTO CUT If there is no waste on the sheet, be sure to turn the AUTO CUT feature OFF. See Examples 1 and 2 below. Example 1 - When AUTO CUT must be OFF Example 2 - When AUTO CUT must be OFF AUTO CUT is turned ON and OFF in the operator menu and is a global function, i.e.
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Definition of Programming Terms JOB DESIGN ISSUES 1) Orientation of small format (business) cards Although the smallest format supported is 88.9 x 50.8 mm, the 88.9 mm side must be in the direction of feed, otherwise the pieces will drop between the transport rollers. This is because the center slitters must be able to move across the paper path.
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Definition of Programming Terms Print, cut in half, process as if A4 or letter size 3) Cutting gutters The slitters cannot be positioned closer together than 50 mm. To perform a gutter cut of a few mm, use slitters on two adjacent shafts, not those on the same shaft.
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Definition of Programming Terms Also consider that the unprintable margin of a digital press is typically 3 to 5 mm from the edge of the sheet, so the edge of the image should not be placed more than 205 mm from the reference edge. To avoid the problem of the image drifting into the unprintable margin (which would result in a white edge inside the image area), the image should possess a bleed of (typically) 2mm.
Customer Programmed Jobs ALL DIMENSIONS MUST BE IN MILLIMETERS PROGRAM NUMBER JOB DESCRIPTION ITEM RANGE MARK 1 40-200 MARK 2 5-40mm LEFT SL 0-120mm RGHT SL 200-320mm C.L. SL 0-160mm ∗∗∗ C.R. SL **-320mm OP1 SL 0-320mm OP2 SL OPTION CUT1 0-650mm *CUT2...
Factory Preset Jobs U.S. PROGRAM NUMBER Trading Trading 3.5 × 5 4 × 6 5 × 7 Job Type Cut in Half SM CARD 8up letter 8up ledger WALLET MARK 1 MARK 2 LEFT SL 12.7 31.8 12.7 31.8 RGHT SL 269.9 266.7 247.7...
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Factory Preset Jobs PROGRAM NUMBER 11up 1up Lg Business Business Large 8 × 10 Job Type Card Scrapbook Postcard Card Postcard Brochure MARK 1 MARK 2 LEFT SL 12.7 13.5 31.8 RGHT SL 209.6 203.2 202.4 272.9 209.6 209.6 269.9 C.L.
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Factory Preset Jobs PROGRAM NUMBER #19* 3-Fold Job Type Brochure Tri-Cut Fourths Fold in Half Tri-Fold MARK 1 MARK 2 LEFT SL 41.3 RGHT SL 238.1 C.L. SL C.R. SL OP1 SL OP2 SL CUT1 25.4 93.1 139.7 CUT2 406.4 186.2 CUT3 CUT4...
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Factory Preset Jobs Europe PROGRAM NUMBER Business Business Business Point of Sale cards full Visitor Card ×16 Card ×10 Postcard Cover on CD Inlay Promotion bleed x9 badges ×4 ×2 A4 Job Type A4 SEF A4 LEF A4 SEF on A4 piece x2 A4 MARK 1 MARK 2...
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Factory Preset Jobs PROGRAM NUMBER Folded Full bleed business cards Paint label Christmas Business business ×9 SRA3 cards ×4 cards ×20 cards ×20 Paint label instructions Brochure (after cut to ×4 A3 ×2 A3 Job Type on SRA3 320×220) MARK 1 MARK 2 LEFT SL RGHT SL...
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How to Manually Program a Job ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ When the <START> key is pressed, paper starts being fed and the number displayed on the MARK1 (40––200) lower right side of the LCD panel begins chang-...
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How to Manually Program a Job ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Enter the value from step 11 using the ten key MARK2 (5––40) keypad.
Appendix - DC545 HC/DC545 HCEX This chapter lists the specifications and an index. Specifications DC-545 with HC AUTO FEEDER Specifications Product name / Model No. DC-545 with HC AUTO FEEDER Input paper size Desktop model Paper size Min.:8.5" x 11" / A4 Max.:12.6"...
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Specifications DC-545 with HCEX AUTO FEEDER Specifications Product name / Model No. DC-545 with HCEX AUTO FEEDER Input paper size Desktop model Paper size Min.:8.5" x 11" / A4 Max.:12.6" x 18" / A3 Input paper weight Min.:110gsm Max.:230gsm <No curl in the paper> Finishing size Min.:2"(Width) x 3.5"(Length) <Business card size>...
Specifications Specifications of Reg. Mark and Bar Code 1.Reg. Mark Details (Vertical/Horizontal) Length: 5mm or more Width: 0.4mm or more 2.Bar code Bar code : CODE-39 Start/stop code : Required Check digit : Optional Minimum resolving power : 0.254mm Fine line : Thick line : 1:2.5 Bar height : 4mm or more...
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Specifications THE 'REG' (REGISTER) MARK Using a CCD sensor to read an image reference point on the sheet is a unique feature of the DC-545. The mark is similar to a cutting mark (or crop mark) for guillotines. The device does not cut on this mark, it is simply a definable shape which is easy to recognize and is easy to reproduce in the original application.
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Specifications The second program entry is MARK 2. This refers to the horizontal line of the reg. mark and is used as the image vertical reference point. This mark determines where the image reference is located in respect to the head and foot of the page.
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Specifications HOW TO MAKE A BAR CODE FOR USE WITH THE DC-545 The easiest way to create the code is with a TrueType Font. Fonts are readily available from many companies on the internet. Here are two companies which have fonts suitable for use with the DC-545 (there are many companies offering fonts).
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Specifications Select Options Delete *Bold* and _underline_with real formatting...
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5. Print a sample and make sure the font is at least 4 mm tall. If not, increase the size of the code 39 font by reselecting the barcode and increasing the font size with through the Font size selection window. Font selection Duplo Code 39 window Font size selection...
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Specifications POSITIONING THE BAR CODE 60 mm 10 mm NON PRINTING AREA *24* 5 mm...
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Specifications 1. The Register Mark and Bar Code Position when the Document Data was Created REG. MARK BAR CODE 30mm 8mm or 5mm or more more 35mm or less 5mm or more 40mm *0.4mm or more 10mm or more REG. MARK position range 60mm or less * The width of Reg.
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Specifications 2. Non-Printing Area Reg. marks and non-printing areas 50mm Non Printing Area 10mm Bar codes and non-printing areas 10mm Non Printing Area Note When combining reg. marks and bar codes take note of the position of both as well as the non-printing areas.
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Specifications 3. Range within which the Register Mark can be Adjusted The DC-545 compensates the position for cutting, creasing and slitting if the register mark discrepancies are within ranges such that the mark 1 value is +/- 40 (+/- 6 mm), for mark 1 (left/right) in the registered JOB data, and such that mark 2 (up/down) is between 5 mm and 35 mm from the leading edge of the paper (see the following diagram) regard- less of the registered job data.
Specifications How to do AUTO CUT What is AUTO CUT? Automatic cutting is done between the leading edge of the paper and the first cut and between the last cut and the trailing edge of the paper. Automatic cutting is not done in any other positions. AUTO CUT Conditions If automatic cutting is turned on and the distance between the leading edge of the paper and the first cut is more than 17.0 mm or the distance between the last cut and the trailing edge of the paper is more than 21.0 mm.
Index About the Waste Tray ..........29 <MODE> key ............. 23 Appearance ..............21 Maintenance ............... 10 Automatic Cutting Using Bar Codes and Register Marks ............26 Part Names and Their Functions ........ 21 PAPER lamp ............... 23 Paper tray .............. 18, 19 Bar code ..............
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