Brother 891-Z08 User manual

Be sure to read this document before using the machine.
Operation Manual
Cutting Machine
Product Code: 891-Z08

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Thank you for purchasing this machine.
Before using this machine or attempting any maintenance, carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS” on the Product Safety Guide, and then study the Operation Manual for the correct operation
of the various functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be
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INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT NOTICE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
Failure to observe instructions with this marking may result in serious
injuries.
TRADEMARKS

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INTRODUCTION .......................................... 1
IMPORTANT NOTICE ................................... 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......... 1
Symbols Used in This Document........................... 1
TRADEMARKS ............................................... 1
MACHINE FEATURES .................................... 3
Devices That Can Connect to This Machine.......... 3
About This Manual ................................................. 3
1 GETTING STARTED............4
PARTS AND FUNCTIONS ............................. 4
Unit Descriptions - Front........................................ 4
Unit Descriptions - Rear......................................... 4
Unit Descriptions - Operation Panel ...................... 5
Included Accessories ............................................. 5
TURN ON THE MACHINE ............................ 6
Removing the Transport Packing Materials ........... 6
Turning On/Off the Machine................................... 6
DesignNCut Manager WINDOWS ................ 7
SETTINGS SCREENS ...................................... 9
Machine Settings.................................................... 9
Auto Shut Down ..................................................... 9
DesignNCut Manager Settings............................. 10
CONNECTING THE MACHINE AND
COMPUTER................................................. 12
Selecting the Connection Method........................ 12
Connecting to a Wireless Network....................... 12
Setting Up a Wireless Connection (Standard
Connection (Recommended)) .............................. 13
Setting Up a Wireless Connection (Custom
Connection).......................................................... 14
Connecting Using a USB Cable Without a Wireless
Network (Windows Only)...................................... 17
Resetting the Wireless Connection Setup ........... 17
Checking the Wireless LAN Settings/Connection
Status ................................................................... 18
Setting Up Manually............................................. 18
REGISTERING THE MACHINE WITH
ScanNCutCanvas ......................................... 20
FIRST STEPS................................................. 22
Mat and Material Combinations........................... 22
Attaching the material to the mat......................... 24
Adjusting the Blade Extension ............................. 30
Installing and Uninstalling the Holder................... 32
2 BASIC OPERATIONS........33
PATTERN CUTTING .................................... 33
Tutorial 1 - Cutting Patterns................................. 33
3 ADVANCED OPERATIONS
.........................................39
DRAWING FUNCTIONS............................. 39
Drawing ................................................................ 39
Using Drawing Functions to Fill Patterns/Make
Outlines Thicker ................................................... 41
Cutting Around Drawings..................................... 43
CaptureMat FUNCTION .............................. 46
Tutorial 2 - Cutting Photographed Material ......... 46
4 APPENDIX ....................... 49
CONSUMABLES...........................................49
Replacement Criteria............................................ 49
Replacing the Blade ............................................. 49
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................51
Cleaning ............................................................... 51
Adjusting the Mark Sensors ................................. 53
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................. 54
Finding the Wireless LAN Security Information (SSID
and Network Key)................................................. 54
If the Machine Stops Operating Correctly............ 54
ERROR MESSAGES....................................... 57
Cutting Machine Error .......................................... 57
DesignNCut Manager Error.................................. 59
UPDATING THE SOFTWARE.......................63
Update Procedure Using DesignNCut Manager .... 63
Update Procedure Using Computer .................... 63
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES...........................64
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS.......................64
INDEX..........................................................65
CONTENTS

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With this machine, you can cut out or draw patterns created in ScanNCutCanvas and sent to it using
DesignNCut Manager (application for selecting cut settings). ScanNCutCanvas is an online service that allows
you to use a Web browser to download, edit and create cutting or drawing pattern data for the ScanNCut and
DesignNCut cutting machines.
1. Install DesignNCut Manager (application for selecting cut settings).
For details on the installation procedure, refer to the “Setup Guide”.
2. Machine network settings
Wireless network connection.....P. 12
USB cable connection.....P. 17
3. Register the cutting machine with ScanNCutCanvas......P. 20
* You must register with ScanNCutCanvas first.
4. Send patterns to the machine and cut them out......P. 33
ScanNCutCanvas website: http://ScanNCutCanvas.Brother.com/
Devices That Can Connect to This
Machine
■Computers
• Compatible operating systems:
Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10
* For additional operating system information, visit
our website (http://s.brother/cpqaa/).
• Compatible models:
IBM PC or compatible computer that is wireless
LAN-compatible or originally equipped with a USB
port
■Mobile Devices
Compatible operating systems:
iPhone, iPad : iOS 9 or later
Android : 5 or later
* For additional operating system information, visit our
website (http://s.brother/cpqaa/).
About This Manual
The icons at the beginning of each step indicate the
following operation information.
: Operation performed on the machine
: Operation performed in DesignNCut
Manager (application for selecting cut
settings)
: Operation performed in ScanNCutCanvas
: Message displayed on the machine
Memo
• The machine and screens shown in this manual
may differ from the actual ones.
• This manual provides descriptions for using the
computer version of the application.
MACHINE FEATURES

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Chapter 1 GETTING STARTED
Unit Descriptions - Front
aOperation Panel
Allows you to view the current status of the machine
and the various menus. Press a button on the
operation panel to change the information displayed
in the LCD panel. In addition, if there are problems
with this machine, the error message relating to the
problem is displayed. For details on the error
messages, see “ERROR MESSAGES” on page 57.
bCarriage
Moves the installed holder for cutting or drawing.
1Holder
Installs in the carriage to cut or draw on craft paper
or fabric. Use the holder designed specifically for
cutting or drawing.
2Holder Guide
The guide secures the holder.
3Holder Lock Lever
Releases the holder when the lever is raised. Locks
the holder when the lever is lowered.
cGrips
Grasped when moving the machine.
dFeed Slot Roller
Feeds in or out a mat. The mat is fed by the feed
rollers on both sides.
eFront Tray Cover
Protects the feed rollers, carriage and holder. Open
the cover while the machine is operating.
Unit Descriptions - Rear
aUSB port (for PC Connectivity)
When a wireless network is not available, use a USB
cable to connect the machine to the computer. For
Computers and Operating Systems, see “Devices
That Can Connect to This Machine” on page 3.
bSlot
Allows a mat to be fed back and forth during an
operation. Do not place any objects near the slot that
would prevent the mat from being fed out.
cDC Power Jack
dAC Adapter
eAC Power Cord
PARTS AND FUNCTIONS
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Unit Descriptions - Operation Panel
aLCD Panel
Displays the current settings, instructions for
performing operations and error messages.
Long messages scroll in the LCD.
bPower indicator
Lights up when the machine is turned on, and flashes
when the machine enters the sleep mode (power-
saving mode).
cPower Button
Turns the machine on/off.
dFeed Button
Feeds the loaded mat in to or out from the feed slot.
Be sure to press this button to feed the mat when
loading or unloading it.
ePause/Stop Button
Stops cutting, drawing and other operations.
fOK Button
Applies the displayed setting or finishes the operation.
gSelect Button
Display a menu or make a selection.
hBack Button
Cancels the changes made to a setting or returns to
the previous screen.
iWireless LAN Connect Button
Used to connect to a wireless network when using the
push button method.
jWireless LAN Connect Lamp
Lights up when connected to a wireless network.
Included Accessories
For details on the included accessories, refer to the
“Included Accessories” insertion.
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Removing the Transport Packing
Materials
Before turning on the machine, remove the shipping
tape and the cardboard shock-absorbing material.
aShipping tape
bCardboard shock-absorbing material
Note
• If the packing materials were removed after the
machine was turned on, turn the machine off,
then on again. Continuing to use the machine
without restarting it may result in incorrect
operation.
Turning On/Off the Machine
aConnect the power cord to the AC adapter, and
then connect the AC adapter to the machine.
aPower cord
bAC adapter
Memo
• When using the AC adapter, untie the bundled
cord.
bPlug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
cPress in the operation panel.
Note
• The carriage and mat move to their initial
positions. Be sure to keep your hands away
from the carriage.
dTo turn off the machine, press in the
operation panel.
eUnplug the power cord from the electrical
outlet.
fDisconnect the AC adapter from the machine,
and then disconnect the power cord from the
AC adapter.
Note
• Do not wind the AC adapter cable around the
adapter or bend the cable, otherwise the cable
may be damaged.
TURN ON THE MACHINE
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This section describes the windows of the dedicated
control application used to cut out or draw patterns.
■Main Window
Computer
Mobile device
1. No.
Displays the machine number of the connected
machine.
2. Search
Searches for connected machines.
* With the mobile device version, tap [No.] (1) to
search for a machine.
3. Login ID
Displays the ScanNCutCanvas user ID used for
connecting to ScanNCutCanvas.
4. ScanNCutCanvas
Displays the window for registering with
ScanNCutCanvas.
5. Load data
Selects the method for importing pattern data. Click
to display a window for selecting how to import the
data.
* With the mobile device version, a preview screen
for the pattern sent to ScanNCutCanvas appears.
6. CaptureMat
Using ScanNCutCanvas create pattern data from an
image taken with a camera.
DesignNCut Manager WINDOWS
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■Preview Window
Computer
Mobile device
1. Load data
Imports cutting/drawing patterns from
ScanNCutCanvas or a computer.
2. Operation
Select [Cut] or [Draw] from the drop-down list.
* Other settings may appear in the drop-down list if
a separately sold accessory kit is detected.
* With the mobile device version, tap [Operation] to
display a screen for selecting [Cut] or [Draw].
3. Speed
With the slider, adjust the speed for cutting or
drawing.
* With the mobile device version, tap [Settings] to
display a settings screen.
4. Pressure
With the slider, adjust the pressure for cutting or
drawing.
* With the mobile device version, tap [Settings] to
display a settings screen.
5. Setting Reference
Displays a list of various settings. Refer to this table
before changing the settings.
6. Test Cut
Select [ON] or [OFF].
If [ON] is selected, [Test cut settings] will be available
and can be clicked to display a window allowing
detailed settings for trial cutting to be selected. For
details on displaying the window, see “Trial Cutting”
on page 35.
* With the mobile device version, tap [Test Cut] to
display a settings screen.
7. Apply
Applies the settings that were either selected or
changed.
8. Start
Starts cutting or drawing. To stop the operation, see
“Cutting the Pattern” on page 37.
9. min.
Displays the cutting/drawing time.
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Settings for various functions can be selected or
changed.
Machine Settings
Press or in the operation panel to display
the settings screen. After changing the settings, press
to apply.
■1. Network
1. WLAN Enable
Select whether or not to connect to the wireless
network.
2. Setup Wizard
Uses a wizard for manually entering the network key
for the detected SSID to connect to the wireless
network from this machine.
3. WAW
Uses the dedicated application “WLAN Assistant
Wizard” to connect to the wireless network from a
computer.
4. WAW <USB>
Uses the dedicated application “WLAN Assistant
Wizard” to retrieve the wireless LAN settings file from
the computer connected by the USB cable, then
connect to the wireless network.
5. Others
Displays the following parameters for other wireless
network settings.
1. TCP/IP: TCP/IP settings can be manually entered.
2. MAC Address: Displays the MAC address.
3. SSID: Displays the network SSID when a wireless
network connection is established.
4. Network Reset: Resets all network settings to their
defaults. When the following message appears, press
to select [Yes], and then turn the machine off,
then on again.
■2. Machine Info
1. No.
Displays the machine number for this machine.
2. Ver.
Displays the version of this machine’s software.
3. Name
Displays the name that was specified for the machine
connected to DesignNCut Manager (application for
selecting cut settings).
■3.Basic Setup
1. Language
Select the machine’s display language.
2. Panel Contrast
Adjust the brightness of the LCD.
3. Mark Sensor
In CaptureMat function, the cutting position can be
manually adjusted if it has shifted.
Memo
• “*” appears to the right of the selected item.
■4. Machine No.
Displays the machine number for this machine.
Auto Shut Down
If the machine is not used for a specified length of
time, it will automatically turn off. The length of time
until the machine turns off can be specified in the
Settings dialog box of DesignNCut Manager
(application for selecting cut settings).
For details on specifying the settings, see
“DesignNCut Manager Settings” on page 10.
SETTINGS SCREENS
Reset Network?
▼Yes ▲No