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- Page 1 User Manual User Manual https://www.signwarehouse.com/blog-support/ NOTICE SignWarehouse Inc. reserves the right to modify the information contained in this user manual at any time without prior notice; un-authorized modification, copying distribution or display is prohibited. All comments, queries or suggestions concerning this manual please consult with your local dealer.
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Page 2: Rear View Of Enduracut
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Thank you for your purchase of Vinyl Express EnduraCUT2 Cutting Plotter. For your safety and to optimize the performance of the EnduraCUT 2, please read the user manual completely and keep it in a correct location. PRECAUTIONS IN USE •... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
1.3 Product Features 1.4 Appearance of EnduraCUT 2 1.4.1 Front View of EnduraCUT 2 1.4.2 Rear View of EnduraCUT 2 1.4.3 The Left-hand Side of EnduraCUT 2 1.4.4 The Right-hand Side of EnduraCUT 2 2. Installation 2.1 Precautions and Notices 2.2 Desktop Roller Brackets... - Page 4 6.4 Software Problems 6.5 Cutting Quality Problems 7. Plotter and Blade Specifications 7-1 Specifications of EnduraCUT 2 7-2 Plotter Blade Primer 2614 Texoma Drive Denison, TX 75020 • 980 Contract St. Suite 110 Lexington, KY Phone: 903-462-7700 or toll free 800-899-5655 • Fax: 800-966-6834...
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Page 5: General Information
2.76”(70mm) ~ 28.3”(719mm) Package Items The EnduraCUT 2 is shipped with the items listed below. Please check your package careful- ly. If you find any item missing, please consult SignWarehouse customer service for further assistance. -
Page 6: Product Features
User Manual Product Features The following are the main features of the EnduraCUT 2 cutting plotter: • Dual-port connectivity provides you with greater flexibility. • Up to 400-gram cutting force. • Up to 600mm/per second cutting speed. • Guaranteed 16ft tracking. - Page 7 User Manual 1.4.2 The Rear View (Figure 1-2) Pinch Rollers Holds the media during cutting Lever raises or lowers the pinch rollers. Fig 1-2 1.4.3 The Left-Side View (Figure 1-3) 1.4.4 Right-Side View (Figure 1-4) Fuse -3Amp. Fig 1-4 Fig 1-3 USB Connector AC Power Connector Used to connect the cutting plotter to a...
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Page 8: Installation
User Manual Chapter 2: Installation Precautions Notice 1 • Carefully handle the cutter to prevent any injuries. • Make sure the power switch is off before installing the cutting plotter. Notice 2 A proper place for installation the cutting plotter Please select a proper location that meets the following conditions: •... -
Page 9: Desktop Roller Brackets 9
User Manual Desktop Roller Brackets Step 1 Check three spacer supports on the back of the machine. Figure 2-1 Step 2 Insert the left and right roll holder base into the spacer supports on the left and right side when 2 inches roll media is used. Figure 2-2 2614 Texoma Drive Denison, TX 75020 •... - Page 10 User Manual Step 3 Press the roll holder base and the installation is complete. Figure 2-3 Note: Insert the left roll holder base into the middle spacer support and right roll holder base into the right one when 1 inches roll media is used.
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Page 11: Blade Installation
User Manual 2.3 Blade Installation Caution! • Do not touch the tip of the blade with your fingers! Notice! The blade is a consumable item, which will affect the cutting quality significantly. Please replace with a new blade when having the following situations: 1. - Page 12 User Manual 2.3 Blade Installation 1: Install Blade. (Figure 2-6) Figure 2-6 2: Push the blade to the bottom of the blade holder. (Figure 2-7) Figure 2-7 3. Adjust the blade tip to suitable length by rotating “Blade depth adjustment screw” clockwise or counterclockwise.
- Page 13 User Manual 4. Insert the blade holder into tool carriage. Please note the outward ring of the holder must put into the groove of carriage firmly (Figure 2-9) and lock the grip. (Figure 2-10) Figure 2-10 Figure 2-9 5. Reverse steps mentioned above to remove the blade holder. 6.
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Page 14: Cable Connections
User Manual 2.4 Cable Connectioins The EnduraCUT 2 communicates with a computer through USB (Universal Serial Bus) or Serial port (RS-232C). This chapter shows you how to connect the cutting plotter to a host computer and how to set up the computer/cutting plotter interconnection. -
Page 15: Lxi Software Installation
Figure 2-13 2.6 LXI Cloud Software Installation Before you can proceed using your cutter, you need to install LXi software that you pur- chased with the EnduraCUT 2. You’ll find complete step-by-step instructions on our Tech support Blog. Please click here to access the setup tutorial (Fig 2-13a) or surf to http://www.signwarehouse.com/blog-support/getting-started-with-cloud-2/... - Page 16 User Manual 2.6 Setting up Your EnduraCUT 2 In LXI 1: Turn plotter on and connect USB port to your PC. 2: Then Open LXI software, draw a box or add text to the screen and click the Cut/Plot Icon, or click File/Cut-Plot to open the LXI Cut/Plot Window. When Production Manager opens, click Setup.
- Page 17 User Manual 4: After you have selected the make and model of the cutter, click Next at the bottom of the Add Setup window. The next screen in the Add Setup window will prompt you to choose a port by asking “How is your enduraCUT 2S connected to your computer?”. Click the arrow to show the drop-down menu (Fig 2-18) and, from the list of ports, choose USB_Printer_1 .
- Page 18 User Manual 6: If the plotter did not respond to the test cut (or if some other device was activated, you must change the port setting to the correct one for the plotter (or connect the plotter to a different USB port). To change the USB port setting, right-click on “enduraCUT2S _USB_Printer_1”...
- Page 19 1: Click the Windows Start button and open the Devices and Printers folder. Right-click on the printer (EnduraCUT 2 or Expert-Pro 60) and, from the drop-down menu, click Delete. You will be promoted to confirm that you actually want to delete the printer. (Fig 2-22) Click yes.
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Page 20: Usb Driver Un-Installation
User Manual 4: Find the Expert Pro 60 in the list of print 5: You will be asked to remove the driv- devices, click to highight it, then click Remove er only or the driver and package. Select and OK (Fig 2-26). Remove Driver Only, then click Yes to confirm (Fig 2-27). -
Page 21: The Control Panel
User Manual Chapter 3: The Control Panel This chapter describes the operation of the EnduraCUT 2 control panel and the navigation of the menu. When the cutting plotter is ready for use as described in Chapter 1 & 2, all functions are under default parameters. -
Page 22: Menu In On-Line Mode
User Manual 3.2 Menu in On-Line Mode Power On EnduraCUT 2 in processing 2614 Texoma Drive Denison, TX 75020 • 980 Contract St. Suite 110 Lexington, KY Phone: 903-462-7700 or toll free 800-899-5655 • Fax: 800-966-6834... -
Page 23: Menu In Off-Line Mode
User Manual 3.3 Menu in Off-Line Mode Press [ON/OFF LINE] to switch to Offline Mode 2614 Texoma Drive Denison, TX 75020 • 980 Contract St. Suite 110 Lexington, KY Phone: 903-462-7700 or toll free 800-899-5655 • Fax: 800-966-6834... - Page 24 User Manual 2614 Texoma Drive Denison, TX 75020 • 980 Contract St. Suite 110 Lexington, KY Phone: 903-462-7700 or toll free 800-899-5655 • Fax: 800-966-6834...
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Page 25: Menu Items
User Manual 3.4 Menu Items The Table below desribes the fucnctions of EnduraCUT 2 Menu Commands Menu or Key Function Setting Default --- MEDIA SIZING --- Roll To measure media width. Maximum Tracking 150 meters Edge To measure media width and pull the media back untill the front Maximum Tracking 150 paper sensor is uncovered. - Page 26 User Manual 3.4 Menu Items Cont’d Menu or Key Function Setting Default [SPEED] 51cm/ Speed To set or modify horizontal speed of the tool carriage . 3~60cm/sec; 3cm/sec per step 51cm/ Up Speed To set or modify vertical speed of the tool carriage. 3~60cm/sec;...
- Page 27 User Manual 3.4 Menu Items Cont’d Menu or Key Function Setting Default 0.00mm Blade Length To adjust the length of the blade 0.00mm-5.00mm Adjust Note: Keep your blade length as 0 before you start adjusting. Test the blade holder first and then test the blade length by pressing ENTER.
- Page 28 User Manual 3.4 Menu Items Cont’d Menu or Key Function Setting Default Save Parameter To save pattern(s) of cutting parameters for later use. There are 4 sets of parameters saved in the panel. Use Page Up and Page Down keys to select the set of parameters you wish to adjust, press “Enter”...
- Page 29 User Manual 3.4 Menu Items Cont’d Menu or Key Function Setting Default [ MISC ] 19200, e, 7, 1, p 19200pbs, 7 Bits with EVEN Parity 19200, n, 8, 1, p 19200pbs, 8 Bits with NO Parity 19200, o, 8, 1, p 19200pbs, 8 Bits with ODD Parity 19200, e, 8, 1, p 19200pbs, 8 Bits with EVEN Parity...
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Page 30: Operation
User Manual Chapter 4: Operation 4.1 Media Loading 4.1 Loading Sheet Media To load the media properly, please follow the procedures listed below: Pull the lever upward to raise the pinch rollers. (Figure 4-1) Rear paper sensor Figure 4-1 Load your media on the platen and slide it under the pinch rollers from either the front side or the back. - Page 31 User Manual Position the pinch rollers in alignement with the white markers on the upper rail. Figure 4-2 Push the lever downward to lower down the pinch rollers. Turn on the power; the machine will be initialized. Then follow the instruction of LCM to measure the size of the media.
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Page 32: Loading The Roll Media
User Manual 4.2 Loading Roll Media 4.2.1 The EnduraCUT 2 can be used as a desktop plotter or with an optional floor stand (part number PLTA-VE-ENDURACUT-2S-STD). The plotter comes with brackets for use to support roll media (Fig 4.4). An optional roller tray (Part number SE-ES-ENDURATRAY) is also available and is a better solution for controlling rolls of media in a desktop configura- tion (Fig 4.5). -
Page 33: Optimizing Tracking
User Manual 4.2.2 After loading the media on the brackets, roller tray, or stand, pull the front edge for- ward under the pinch rollers. 1. Pull it toward the front edge of the platen and use the ruler to check alignment. The side edges of the media should be perpendicular to the front of the plotter. -
Page 34: Cutting Force And Offset Adjustment
User Manual 4.4 Cutting Force and Offset Adjustment Before sending your designs from computer to EnduraCUT 2 for cutting, please make “Cut Test” to adjust cutting force and offset value. The “Cut Test” should be repeated several times until the optimum settings are achieved. -
Page 35: When Completing The Cutting Job
User Manual Step4. If the pattern appears to be BB or CC layout (see Figure 4-7), press [OFFSET KEY] to adjust the offset value until AA pattern is shown. S q u a r e C u t S e l e c t : E n t e r Press ENTER_KEY... -
Page 36: Maintenance
User Manual Chapter 5: Basic Maintenance This chapter explains the basic maintenance (i.e. cleaning the cutting plotter) required for the cutting plotter. Except for the below mentioned, all other maintenance must be performed by a qualified service technician. 5.1: Cleaning the Cutting Plotter In order to keep the cutting plotter under good condition and best performance, you need to clean the machine properly and regularly. -
Page 37: Cleaning The Pinch Rollers
User Manual 5.3: Cleaning the Pinch Rollers If the pinch rollers need a thorough cleaning, use a lint-free cloth or cotton swab to wipe away the accumulated dust from the rubber portion of the pinch rollers. To prevent the pinch rollers from rotating while cleaning, use your finger to hold the pinch rollers in place. -
Page 38: Trouble Shooting
User Manual Chapter 6: Troubleshooting This chapter is to help you correct some common problems you may come across. Prior to getting into the details of this chapter, please be sure that your application environment is compatible with the cutting plotter Note: Before having your cutting plotter serviced, please make sure that the malfunction is in your cutting plotter, not the result of an interface prob-... -
Page 39: Operational Problems
User Manual 6.2 Operational Problems Some problems are caused by mechanical failure or failure of a specific operation during plotting. In such cases, an error message will be displayed on the LCM stating the problem and suggesting a solution. If the problem still exists after you have performed the recom- mended solutions, have your cutting plotter serviced. -
Page 40: Cutting Plotter - Pc Communication Problems
User Manual 6.3 Cutting Plotter/Computer Communication Problems The messages shown below present problems in relation to cutting plotter/computer communication. Communication Error Setup: MISC. key Note: The computer also needs to set up compatible communication parame- ters to the cutting plotter set up. If your cutting plotter does not recognize the HP-GL/2 or HP-GL/2 Cmd. -
Page 41: Software Problems
User Manual 6.4 Software Problems Check the following first: 2614 Texoma Drive Denison, TX 75020 • 980 Contract St. Suite 110 Lexington, KY Phone: 903-462-7700 or toll free 800-899-5655 • Fax: 800-966-6834... -
Page 42: Cutting Quality Problems
User Manual 6.5 Cutting Quality Problems Note: The daily maintenance of your cutting plotter is very important. Be sure to clean up the grid drum and pinch rollers regularly for better cutting accuracy and output quality. 2614 Texoma Drive Denison, TX 75020 • 980 Contract St. Suite 110 Lexington, KY Phone: 903-462-7700 or toll free 800-899-5655 •... - Page 43 User Manual 7.1 EnduraCUT 2 Specifications Operational Method Roller-Type Max. Cutting Width 23.6in (600mm) Max. Cutting Length 164ft (50m) Max. Tracking 10ft (3.05m) Max. Media Loading Width 28.3in(719mm) Min. Media Loading Width 2.76in (50mm) Acceptable Material Thickness 30 mil (0.8mm)
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Page 44: Plotter Blade Primer
User Manual 7.2 Plotter Blade Primer 2614 Texoma Drive Denison, TX 75020 • 980 Contract St. Suite 110 Lexington, KY Phone: 903-462-7700 or toll free 800-899-5655 • Fax: 800-966-6834...