Roland SX-8 Manual do Utilizador

SX-15/12/8USER'S MANUALThank you very much for purchasing the SX-15/12/8.• To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this pro

1-3Part 1 Introduction1.3 Setting Up the SXGround the unit with the groundwire.Failure to do so may result in risk ofelectrocution in the event of a

1-4Part 1 IntroductionConnecting the CablesParallel connectorUse the clips on either side to securethe connector in place.Parallel connectorUse the s

1-5Part 1 Introduction1.4Installing and Setting Up the SoftwareOperating Environment for Dr. STIKA PLUS- Microsoft® Windows® 95, Windows 98, Windows

1-6Part 1 IntroductionInstalling and Setting Up Dr. STIKA PLUS and the DriverThe explanations in this manual assume that you are already familiar wit

1-7Part 1 IntroductionClick [Next], then follow the messages to continue settingup the program.7When installation finishes, the screen shown at right

1-8Part 1 IntroductionNext, install the driver.This is required when sending data from a Windows-based program to the SX-15/12/8. Be sure to install

2-1Part 2 Performing CuttingPlace the material against the pinch rollers.Load the material as shown in the figure, so that it doesnot come loose duri

2-2Part 2 Performing CuttingUsing Roll MaterialMaterial cannot be loaded on the SX-15/12/8 while stillattached to the roll.Cut off from the roll a le

2-3Part 2 Performing Cutting2.2 Creating Cutting DataThis section explains the basic operation of Dr. STIKA PLUS while making the sticker shown below

2-4Part 2 Performing CuttingUsing HelpWhen creating data, if you're unsure about how to proceed, follow the steps below to view the help screens

1This document is organized as follows.Part 1 Getting StartedThis describes the preparations to make before you use the SX-15/12/8.Read through this b

2-5Part 2 Performing CuttingSetting the Cutting Range and Tool ConditionsFrom the [File] menu, click [Print Setup].The [Print Setup] dialog box appea

2-6Part 2 Performing CuttingUnder [Document Options], choose [MediaSizeSettings].Click the [MediaSizeSettings] button.The [MediaSizeSettings] dialog

2-7Part 2 Performing CuttingSet the cutting range.If you are using the included material, make sure thecutting range is set to the following values.S

2-8Part 2 Performing CuttingSet the cutting range.If you are using the included material, make sure thecutting range is set to the following values.S

2-9Part 2 Performing CuttingManipulating Text and ShapesThe fonts that Dr. STIKA PLUS can use are limited to the TrueType fonts available for Windows

2-10Part 2 Performing CuttingClick . This encloses the "SALE" text in a rectangleso that only the area of the sheet around what is cut isp

2-11Part 2 Performing CuttingChanging the SizeClick .Drag a text box with the mouse to change its size. Change the sizeto fit inside the white porti

2-12Part 2 Performing CuttingClick , then click [OK] in the dialog box thatappears.Data is sent to the SX-15/12/8 and cutting starts.3Before perform

2-13Part 2 Performing CuttingIf You Want to Stop Cutting Before It's Finished...Press the [STANDBY] key to switch off the power.1Click [Start].

2-14Part 2 Performing Cutting2.4 Applying Cut MaterialWhen storing material that has been cut, be sure to cover it with application tape. This protec

2ContentsTo Ensure Safe Use...

3-1Part 3 Mastering the SXPart 3 Mastering the SX3.1 Adjusting and Replacing the BladeDo not touch the tip of the bladewith your fingers.Doing so ma

3-2Part 3 Mastering the SXNOTICEDo not move the carriage by hand. Doing so may result in breakdown.Do not attempt to move the carriage by hand. Doing

3-3Part 3 Mastering the SXChanging the BladePress the push-pin and remove the old blade.1Insert the new blade firmly until it clicks into place.2If t

3-4Part 3 Mastering the SX3.2 Setting the Tool ConditionsIf You're Using Windows 95/98/MeStart Dr. STIKA PLUS and display the [Properties] dialo

3-5Part 3 Mastering the SXIf You're Using Windows 2000Start Dr. STIKA PLUS and display the [Properties] dialogbox.For information on how to disp

3-6Part 3 Mastering the SX3.3 Cutting Range• The sheet behind the cutter holder cannot be cut.• The front and the left and right side of the material

3-7Part 3 Mastering the SX3.4Changing the Loaded Material Width on the SX-15Change the Loadable Material Width to 280 to 305 mm (11to 12 in.)The SX-1

3-8Part 3 Mastering the SXLower the right sheet adjustment lever.5Load material of a width for the SX-12 (280 to 305 mm(11 to 12 in.)).6Change the cu

3-9Part 3 Mastering the SXReturning the Loadable Material Width to 360 to 381 mm(14-1/8 to 15 in.)Raise the sheet adjustment lever on the right side.

3-10Part 3 Mastering the SXRaise the sheet adjustment lever.1Move the material to the front and back and position it sothat it is straight with respe

3Part 4 User's Reference4.1 Care and Maintenance ...

3-11Part 3 Mastering the SX3.6 Importing Windows Bitmap FormatYou can import files and created data in Windows bitmap format (having the file extensi

3-12Part 3 Mastering the SXThe data in the selected file is imported.Adjust the size and positioning.3The size of the imported original image and the

3-13Part 3 Mastering the SXRestore the divided object to its original state.Use the mouse to drag and select all the objects you wantto combine.At th

3-14Part 3 Mastering the SXUse a commercially available squeegee or a ruler toremove moisture.4The larger the material is, the more difficult is it t

4-1Part 4 User's ReferencePart 4 User's Reference4.1 Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Blade TipMaterial scraps or adhesive adhering to the

4-2Part 4 User's ReferenceUse a cloth or the like to wipe away any remainingadhesive on the machine.3Place the replacement blade protector on th

4-3Part 4 User's Reference4.2 What to do if...The SX-15/12/8 doesn't operate.Is the STANDBY key on (with the STANDBY LED lit up)?The power

4-4Part 4 User's ReferenceMaterial cannot be cut properly.Has the blade tip been adjusted?Check whether the amount of blade extension has been a

4-5Part 4 User's ReferenceCut lines are partially dotted (discontinuous).The cause may be any of the follow.Is the tip of the blade broken?Repla

4-6Part 4 User's ReferenceSX-15 SX-12 SX-8340 mm (X) x 1000 mm (Y) 250 mm (X) x 1000 mm (Y) 160 mm (X) x 1000 mm (Y)(13-3/8 in. (X) x 39-5/16 in

4Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severeinjury should the unit be used improperly.About and NoticesUsed fo

4-7Part 4 User's ReferenceOutput from Roland CutChoice™What's Roland CutChoice?Roland CutChoice is a software plug-in for Adobe Illustrator

4-8Part 4 User's Reference* Macintosh *1. Place the CD from the Roland CutChoice in the CD-ROM drive.2. Install Acrobat Reader if it is not

For the USAFEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONRADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCESTATEMENTThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with thelimits f

R3-011213Please read this agreement carefully before opening the sealed package or the sealed disk packageOpening the sealed package or sealed disk pa

5When using a commerciallyavailable cutter knife for replacingthe blade protector, do not place thehands anywhere along the path inthe direction of bl

6About the Labels Affixed to the UnitThese labels are affixed to the body of this product.The following figure describes the location and content of t

1-1Part 1 IntroductionPart 1 Introduction1.1 Checking AccesoriesCheck the following to make sure that you received all the items that were shipped a

1-2Part 1 Introduction1.2 Part NamesSheet feed knobSTANDBY key * There is packing material under the blade holder. Remove the packing material befo