Brother ScanNCut DX User manual

Roll Feeder 2

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Read Before Use ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
Accessories.....................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Operating Precautions ....................................................................................................................................................................................2
Creating Data for the Roll Feeder............................................................................................................................... 3
Activating the Roll Feeder Function ................................................................................................................................................................3
Creating Data ..................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Weeding Box Function....................................................................................................................................................................................5
Exporting Data as FCM File ............................................................................................................................................................................7
Sending Data to the Machine..........................................................................................................................................................................8
Installing the Roll Feeder ............................................................................................................................................ 9
Installing the Base Attachment to the Machine ..............................................................................................................................................9
Installing the Roll Holder ...............................................................................................................................................................................10
Loading Material Into the Roll Feeder ...........................................................................................................................................................10
Checking the End of the Material..................................................................................................................................................................11
Evenly Trimming the End of the Material ......................................................................................................................................................12
Attaching the Leader Sheet to the Material ..................................................................................................................................................14
Feeding the Material......................................................................................................................................................................................15
Retrieving Roll Feeder Data On the Machine and Cutting........................................................................................ 16
Retrieving Data on the Machine ....................................................................................................................................................................16
Cutting...........................................................................................................................................................................................................17
Trial Cutting...................................................................................................................................................................................................19
Trial Feeding..................................................................................................................................................................................................21
Changing the Cutting Start Position .............................................................................................................................................................22
Continuous Cutting .......................................................................................................................................................................................23
Removing the Roll Feeder To Feed Using a Mat ....................................................................................................... 24
Consumables/Maintenance....................................................................................................................................... 26
Replacement Criteria.....................................................................................................................................................................................26
Replacing the Trimmer Blade........................................................................................................................................................................26
Cleaning the Trimmer Blade..........................................................................................................................................................................28
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................................................ 29
When Material Has Become Jammed in the Machine ..................................................................................................................................31
Error Messages.......................................................................................................................................................... 33
Cutting Machine Error Messages..................................................................................................................................................................33
CanvasWorkspace Error Messages..............................................................................................................................................................33
Useful Information ................................................................................................................................................... 34
Roll Feeder Usage.........................................................................................................................................................................................34
Compatible Materials ....................................................................................................................................................................................34
Examples of Materials That Can Be Used ....................................................................................................................................................34
Non-Compatible Material..............................................................................................................................................................................36
Sizes of Rolled Material That Can Be Loaded Into the Roll Feeder..............................................................................................................36
Blades That Can Be Used.............................................................................................................................................................................36
Scanner Lever Position .................................................................................................................................................................................37
CONTENTS

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Accessories
After purchasing this kit, check the contents.
*1 This part is attached to the roll holder (B).
*2 This part is attached to the trimmer (C). Do not remove it except when replacing it. If it is removed, see “Installing the Trimmer
Blade” on page 27.
This part is a consumable. When the cutting edge becomes blunt, purchase CADXRFC1 (trimmer blade). Purchase consumables
from the authorized retailer where the roll feeder was purchased.
*3 This accessory is a consumable. If the adhesiveness becomes weak, purchase CADXRFLS1 (Leader Sheet).
Operating Precautions
●This attachment was specially designed for the ScanNCut DX model. It cannot be used with any model other than the
ScanNCut DX.
●In order to use the roll feeder function, the dedicated application CanvasWorkspace (Windows/Mac) must be installed on your
computer.
●Only rolled material with a width of 305 mm (12") can be used.
●To use this product, the software on the cutting machine must be updated to Ver. 1.60 or later. If the software you are using is
older than Ver. 1.60, download the latest software from the Brother support website (http://s.brother/cuoad/). For details on
updates, refer to the Operation Manual of the cutting machine.
●Do not store in a location exposed to direct sunlight, high temperatures or high humidity.
●To maintain the adhesive strength, attach the protective sheet to the leader sheet after use.
●Do not bend the leader sheet when storing it.
●The contents of this document are subject to change without notice.
●The screens in this manual are for illustration purposes only and may differ from the actual screens.
Before beginning, please read the “Useful Information” on page 34.
Read Before Use
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E F G Arrangement of packaged
content
Part name
ABase attachment
*1
BRoll holder
CTrimmer
*1
DTrimmer blade
*2
ELeader Sheet
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FActivation card for roll feeder function on CanvasWorkspace (Windows/Mac) and 1 free sample design
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Create data for the roll feeder with CanvasWorkspace (Windows/Mac).
●CanvasWorkspace (Windows/Mac) (ver. 2.0.0 or later) must be downloaded and installed on your computer.
(http://s.brother/cuoad/)
●In order to use CanvasWorkspace, a CanvasWorkspace login ID is required.
If you do not have a free account, click [Create New Account] in the screen that appears after installation, and then follow the on-
screen instructions to create an account.
●Data cannot be created and edited in CanvasWorkspace (Web).
Activating the Roll Feeder Function
aStart up CanvasWorkspace on a computer.
bIn CanvasWorkspace, select [Account Settings...] from the
[Help] menu.
cClick [Premium Function Activation].
dType in the activation code on the included activation
card, and then click [Activate].
• A connection to the Internet is required for activation.
• The uppercase letters “O” and “I” are not used in the activation
code.
• The activation code is valid for only one CanvasWorkspace
login ID. The same activation code cannot be used again.
eWhen the activation confirmation message appears,
confirm the information, and then click [Activate] if it is
correct.
fClick [OK] to finish the activation.
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Creating Data
Create data for the roll feeder with CanvasWorkspace.
■Preparing the Format
aStart up CanvasWorkspace on a computer.
bClick (Artboard) on the right side of the screen.
The [Artboard] Panel appears in the Control Panel.
cSelect [Rolled Material] under [Artboard Size].
No mat appears in the background.
dIf necessary, change the height and orientation of the
artboard.
aArtboard height
bArtboard orientation (Portrait/Landscape)
Preparation of the format is finished.
Memo
• The orientation of the data does not change automatically
if the orientation of the artboard was changed.
• Even if data is created in the landscape orientation, it will
be changed to the portrait orientation when exported as
cutting data (FCM file). For details on cutting data, see
“Exporting Data as FCM File” on page 7.
• The size of the artboard appears as the size of the material.
The red box indicates the cutting area. Cutting cannot be
done in the areas above and below and to the left and right
of the box.
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■Creating Cutting Data
You can either create original data in CanvasWorkspace or
import data, then edit it. For this example, we will create data
by editing the pre-installed sample pattern.
aSelect (Roll Feeder) in the object panel, and then drag
the pattern into the drawing area.
Memo
• Adjust the pattern so that it fits within the red box. For
details, see “Creating Data” on page 4.
• A pattern can also be positioned in the drawing area by
clicking the pattern.
• Data created with the machine, for example, scanned data
or built-in patterns, can also be used with the roll feeder.
After importing the data into CanvasWorkspace, select
[Rolled Material] under [Artboard Size], and then export it
as an FCM file.
bEdit the sample pattern.
Memo
• For details on editing in CanvasWorkspace, select [Online
Video Tutorials...] from the [Help] menu.
• By adding a margin at the beginning of the data, multiple
copies can be continuously cut out with a certain amount
of space between them.
After creating the cutting data, export it or transfer it to the
cutting machine. For details on exporting data to a computer
or USB flash drive as an FCM file (which can be retrieved on
a cutting machine), see “Exporting Data as FCM File” on
page 7.
For details on transferring the data to the machine, see
“Sending Data to the Machine” on page 8.
Weeding Box Function
Weeding is the process of removing the unnecessary parts
around a cut pattern to leave the desired parts on the backing
paper or backing film.
By using the Weeding Box function, a box (weeding box) can
be cut around the pattern, making it easier to peel off
unnecessary parts.
For this example, we will use patterns included with the
application.
aWeeding box
The following shows the difference between weeding with and
without a weeding box.
●Without a weeding box
When peeling off large
unnecessary parts, they stick to
each other or to the desired parts,
making weeding difficult.
●With a weeding box
Cutting a weeding box breaks up
unnecessary parts into smaller
parts, making weeding easier.
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aClick (Edit) on the right side of the screen.
The [Edit] Panel appears in the Control Panel.
bSelect the pattern, and then click [Weeding Box...].
The [Create Weeding Box] dialog box appears.
cSelect how to specify the size of the weeding box.
■Optimize the Weeding Lines
Memo
• If no weeding lines are to be added between multiple
patterns grouped to form a single pattern, select the “No
Weeding Lines in Grouped Objects” check box.
■[Specify the Spacing from the Selected
Object]
Specify the values, and then click [OK].
■[Specify the Rectangle Size]
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dRepeat steps band cfor each object that will be cut
with a weeding box.
The weeding box is created.
aWeeding box
Memo
• The data for a created weeding box is saved on a layer
separate from that for the pattern data.
Exporting Data as FCM File
Save data as an FCM file on a computer or USB flash drive, and
then use a USB flash drive to transfer the data to the cutting
machine.
For details on transferring data directly from
CanvasWorkspace to a cutting machine, see “Sending Data
to the Machine” on page 8.
■Saving to a USB Flash Drive
aPlug the USB flash drive into a USB port on the computer.
bIn CanvasWorkspace, select [Export/Transfer FCM File]
from the [File] menu.
Note
• In order to export data for a roll feeder, [Rolled Material]
must have been selected under [Artboard Size] when the
data was edited. Before exporting the data, recheck this
setting. For details, see “Creating Data” on page 4.
cSelect [Export FCM File].
dSelect [USB Drive (*)] as the destination, and then click
[Save].
* This designation differs depending on the operating system
being used.
The data is saved as an FCM file on the USB flash drive.
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Sending Data to the Machine
Data opened in CanvasWorkspace can be transferred to a
cutting machine as an FCM file (which can be retrieved on the
cutting machine).
Note
• In order to transfer data for a roll feeder, [Rolled Material]
must have been selected under [Artboard Size] when the
data was edited. Before transferring the data, recheck this
setting. For details, see “Creating Data” on page 4.
■Transferring Using a USB Cable (compatible
only with Windows)
aInsert the USB cable connectors into the corresponding
USB ports on the computer and on the cutting machine.
aUSB port for a computer
bUSB cable
Note
• The connectors on the USB cable can only be inserted into
a port in one direction. If it is difficult to insert the cable
connector, do not insert it with force and check the
orientation of the connector.
• When transferring data for a roll feeder to the cutting
machine, the home screen must be displayed on the
machine.
bIn CanvasWorkspace, select [Export/Transfer FCM File]
from the [File] menu.
cSelect [Transfer FCM File to ScanNCut DX via USB
Cable].
When a message appears, indicating that the data has been
sent to the machine, confirm the details, and then click [OK].
■Transferring Via Wireless Network
Connection
●A connection to the Internet is required.
●The machine must be connected to the wireless network. This
function can be used only after a connection to
CanvasWorkspace has been established. For details on
establishing a connection, refer to the Operation Manual for the
cutting machine.
aIn CanvasWorkspace, select [Export/Transfer FCM File]
from the [File] menu.
bSelect [Transfer FCM File via the Internet].
When a message appears, indicating that the data has been
sent to the machine, confirm the details, and then click [OK].

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In order to install the roll feeder for cutting, the cutting machine must be prepared, and preparations must be made to install the roll
feeder and rolled material onto the machine.
Check that the software version on the cutting machine is Ver. 1.60 or later before attaching the roll feeder. If the version is older
than Ver. 1.60, update the software.
Installing the Base Attachment to the Machine
• You can also view a video of the installation of the roll feeder.
http://s.brother/cvsae/
aTouch in the home screen to display the following
screen.
Memo
• When using the roll feeder, “Retrieve Data” and “Test” are
not available. Select “Roll Feeder” to use those functions.
(page 16 and page 19)
• When using the roll feeder, “Scan” is not available.
bSelect “Roll Feeder”.
Memo
• After “Roll Feeder” is selected, the following screen
appears. Select “Attach the roll feeder” to confirm the
instructions for installing the roll feeder.
cPull the feeder release lever (on the right side of the
machine) toward you.
aFeeder release lever
Only the right side of the shaft is raised, and the shaft is
unlocked.
dGrab the feed roller and feed roller lock dial, and then,
while holding the feed roller in place, rotate the feed
roller lock dial toward the back to the unlock position
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The feed roller can be slid.
aFeed roller
bFeed roller lock dial
eSlide the feed roller from to .
aFeed roller
Installing the Roll Feeder
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fGrab the feed roller and feed roller lock dial, and then,
while holding the feed roller in place, rotate the feed
roller lock dial toward you to the lock position ( ).
The feed roller is locked in place.
aFeed roller
bFeed roller lock dial
gReturn the feeder release lever (on the right side of the
machine) to its original position.
aFeeder release lever
Only the right side of the shaft is lowered, and the shaft is
locked.
hInsert the material support sheet under the shaft, and
install the base attachment so that its end hooks onto the
shaft.
aBase attachment
bShaft
cMaterial support sheet
Note
• If the feed roller is not correctly positioned, the base
attachment cannot be installed correctly. Make sure that
the feed roller is moved to the position for using the roll
feeder.
• Press on the base attachment to firmly secure it to the
shaft.
• Make sure that the base attachment is secure against the
front tray cover.
Installing the Roll Holder
aPlace the roll holder down so that its hooks fit into the
holes in the front tray cover.
aHooks on roll holder
bHoles in front tray cover
bFlip up the guide plate on each side of the roll holder.
aGuide plate
Loading Material Into the Roll Feeder
aInsert the material so that the pin on the left guide plate
fits into the paper core of the material, and then place the
roll on the four support rollers.
In this case, check that the surface to be cut is placed on
the front side.
aPin on guide plate
bSupport rollers
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bWhile squeezing the adjustment lever, slide the right
guide plate against the roll to correctly align the left edge
of the material.
aAdjustment lever
Note
• The material is correctly loaded when there is a gap of
about 2 to 3 mm between the guide plate and the right side
of the roll. After aligning the left edge of the material, adjust
the guide plate.
aGap of about 2 to 3 mm
Checking the End of the Material
Make sure that the end of the material is evenly trimmed to
meet all of the following conditions.
aIt must be straight.
bThe edges of the material must each come to right angles.
If both 1and 2above are not met, it may not be possible to
feed correctly.
Be sure to check before feeding.
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aPull the end of the material until it reaches the guide
channel.
• Check that the side to be cut faces up.
aGuide channel
bMaterial
bMake sure the left edge of the material is aligned with the
rolled material guide and the end of the material is
perfectly aligned with the guide channel.
aRolled material guide
bGuide channel
cMaterial
aRolled material guide
bGuide channel
cMaterial
Evenly Trimming the End of the Material
aPull the end of the material until it extends past the guide
channel.
aGuide channel
bRemove the trimmer from the roll holder.
aTrimmer
cInstall the trimmer over the material.
Align the holes in the trimmer with the pins in the base attachment
as shown below.
aHole in trimmer
bPin on base attachment
dAlign the left edge of the material with the rolled material
guide.
aRolled material guide
●When aligned
The end of the material is perfectly aligned. There is
no need to evenly trim the end of the material.
Proceed to the “Attaching the Leader Sheet to
the Material” procedure on page 14, attach the
leader sheet to the material, and place it on the
cutting machine.
●When not aligned
The end of the material is not perfectly aligned. The
end of the material must be evenly trimmed.
For details, see “Evenly Trimming the End of the
Material” on page 12.
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eMake sure that the trimmer blade is positioned at the
right end of the trimmer.
aTrimmer blade
bTrimmer
Note
• The trimmer blade can cut material only when it is slid from
the right end of the trimmer. It cannot cut if it is slid from
any location other than the right end.
fWhile keeping the left edge of the material aligned with
the rolled material guide, firmly press the trimmer down
on the right side of the material. While holding them in
place, slide the trimmer blade from right to left to cut off
the material.
Slide the trimmer blade while pressing down gently.
aRolled material guide
bTrimmer
cTrimmer blade
Note
If the material does not cut easily:
• If cutting does not start smoothly, for example, if the
material catches on the blade, instead of sliding the blade
with excessive force, refer to the following and try again.
Sliding the trimmer blade with excessive force may cause
damage.
- If the material is not very pliable, firmly press the
trimmer down on the right side of the material.
- If the material is fairly pliable and has a strong curl,
firmly press the trimmer down at the center.
gReturn the trimmer blade to the right end of the trimmer,
and then remove the trimmer.
Remove any material that has been trimmed off.
aTrimmer
Memo
• The removed trimmer can be stored at the front of the roll
holder.
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Attaching the Leader Sheet to the Material
aPull the tip of the material placed on the roll feeder
toward you.
• Check that the surface to be cut is on the bottom side.
aBacking (film)
bRemove the protective sheet of the leader sheet.
cAttach the material from above by aligning it straight
along the attachment position line (black line) on the
leader sheet. At this time, align the leader sheet and the
left side edge of the material and stick them together.
aAttachment position line
Note
• If the left edge of the material is sticking out form the
leader sheet, or the material is attached diagonally to the
attachment position line, it may not feed well.
dFlip over the leader sheet so that the arrow on the leader
sheet points toward the feeding slot.
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Feeding the Material
aWhile keeping the left edge of the leader sheet along the
rolled material guide (1), lightly insert it under feed
rollers (2).
aRolled material guide
bFeed roller
Note
• Before pressing the “Feed” button, check that the guide
channel and the alignment position mark of the leader
sheet are aligned.
aGuide channel
bLeader sheet alignment position line
bWith the leader sheet caught by the rollers, support it
with your hand so that it does not shift position, and press
on the operation panel while gently pushing the
leader sheet forward.
When the material is fed into position, preparation of the roll
feeder is completed. At this time, make sure that the left and
right feed rollers completely pass over the leader sheet.
Memo
• If the material becomes jammed, remove any jammed
material. For details, see “When Material Has Become
Jammed in the Machine” on page 31.
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Retrieve data created in CanvasWorkspace (Windows/Mac) on the cutting machine. From the cutting machine, data cannot be
edited, and the scanning functions are not available.
Retrieving Data on the Machine
aAfter selecting “Roll Feeder” in the home screen, select
“Start to cut rolled material” in the screen shown below.
• For details on selecting “Roll Feeder” in the home screen, see
steps aand bin “Installing the Base Attachment to the
Machine” on page 9.
• After this point, touching in any screen returns to the
screen shown below.
Memo
• Touching in this screen or pressing on the
machine after material has already been fed in feeds out
the material, then the home screen appears. If no material
has been fed in, the home screen appears. To use the roll
feeder to cut material, select “Roll Feeder” again.
• Data can be received if this screen appears on the machine
while data is being transferred using a USB cable.
bTo retrieve data from a USB flash drive, insert the USB
flash drive into the USB port (for a USB flash drive) on the
cutting machine.
cSelect the location of the data to be retrieved, and then
select the desired pattern.
aRetrieve from a USB flash drive.
• If there are folders on the USB flash drive, touch a folder to
display the list of patterns that it contains.
• If there are many folders or patterns, touch the arrows keys in
the screen to scroll up or down.
Memo
• It may take some time for the USB flash drive to be
detected. Wait 5 to 6 seconds after inserting the USB flash
drive before pressing a key. (The length of time differs
depending on the USB flash drive.)
• When using a USB flash drive with an access indicator,
wait until the indicator stops flashing.
• If an error is indicated, touch again.
Touch the pattern to be retrieved to display a data
confirmation screen.
Memo
• Only data for a roll feeder is displayed.
• Regardless of the size of the pattern, an area of 610 mm
(24") from the beginning of the pattern is displayed.
bRetrieve from CanvasWorkspace (via a wireless network
connection).
A preview screen for the pattern layout appears. For details
on the preview screen, see step bin “Cutting” on page 17.
cRetrieve from CanvasWorkspace (using a USB cable).
A preview screen for the pattern layout appears. For details
on the preview screen, see step bin “Cutting” on page 17.
Retrieving Roll Feeder Data On the Machine and Cutting
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dConfirm the data, and then touch the “OK” key.
aSwitch the pattern display.
Select to display the pattern enlarged to a 12-inch
area.
Select to display the pattern reduced to show all of it.
bScroll down through the pattern
cDelete the data
The preview screen appears.
Memo
• When the pattern is displayed reduced, a maximum cutting
length of 1,776 mm (69.9”) is displayed, regardless of the
size of the pattern. If the pattern is shorter than 1,776 mm
(69.9”), the pattern will be displayed with space added;
however, cutting will stop at the bottom of the pattern. The
additional space will not be included in the cutting data.
Cutting
●Make sure that the auto blade holder has been installed in
the carriage of the machine. For details on the blade holder
that can be used, see “Blades That Can Be Used” on
page 36.
aRaise the scanner lever (on the left side of the machine) to
“2”.
bSelect “Cut” in the preview screen.
• Touch to confirm the instructions for installing the roll
feeder.
cTo perform trial cutting, touch the “Test” key.
• In order to cut your project properly, perform trial cutting
before cutting the pattern. For details, see “Trial Cutting” on
page 19.
Memo
• When the roll feeder is used, half-cutting is automatically
turned on. Touch to check the settings. For details,
see step din “Changing the cut pressure setting” on
page 20.
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dTo perform trial feeding, touch .
• For details, see “Trial Feeding” on page 21.
eTo change the cutting start position, touch .
• For details, see “Changing the Cutting Start Position” on
page 22.
fTouch the “Start” key to start cutting.
When cutting is finished, the machine stops at the bottom of
the pattern.
Note
• Before cutting, always make sure that there are no grooves
or objects placed near the ejection slot. The leader sheet
may get caught in a groove or bump against an obstacle,
and may not feed well.
gTo cut off the material at the point where cutting stopped,
select “Finish”.
Instructions for feeding the material appear. Confirm the
details, and then touch the “OK” key.
The material is fed until the bottom of the pattern reaches
trimmer on the base attachment.
Memo
• To continue cutting additional patterns without cutting off
the material, select “Continue to cut”. For details, see
“Continuous Cutting” on page 23.
Instructions for cutting off the material appear.
• Touch to confirm the instructions.
hInstall the trimmer over the material.
Align the holes in the trimmer with the pins in the base
attachment.
aHole in trimmer
bPin on base attachment
iFirmly press the trimmer down on the right side of the
material. While holding them in place, slide the trimmer
blade from right to left to cut off the material.
Slide the trimmer blade while pressing down gently.
• This will create a cut leaving a 10 mm (0.4") margin at the
bottom of the pattern.
• To stop the operation and feed out the material before cutting
it off, press to feed the material out toward you.
aTrimmer
bTrimmer blade
Note
If the material does not cut easily:
• If cutting does not start smoothly, for example, if the
material catches on the blade, instead of sliding the blade
with excessive force, refer to the following and try again.
Sliding the trimmer blade with excessive force may cause
damage.
- If the material is not very pliable, firmly press the
trimmer down on the right side of the material.
- If the material is fairly pliable and has a strong curl,
firmly press the trimmer down at the center.
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jAfter cutting off the material, confirm the instructions,
and then touch the “OK” key.
kTo feed out the cut-off material, touch the “OK” key.
The cut-off material feeds out from the back of the machine.
lRemove the leader sheet from the material.
Note
• When not using the leader sheet, remove any material such
as cutting scraps from the adhesive surface, attach the
protective sheet and store the leader sheet.
Trial Cutting
Perform trial cutting or drawing on the type of material to be
used in your project, to check that the desired result can be
achieved. This section describes the procedure for performing
trial cutting.
aTouch the “Test” key in the cutting screen.
A test pattern is automatically arranged in the test screen.
bMake sure that the test pattern does not overlap the
pattern for your project. To reposition the test pattern,
touch . The test pattern can also be moved by
dragging it in the screen.
aChange the pattern arrangement.
Touch to make adjustments in the editing screen when
changing the arrangement of the pattern.
If changes are applied to the pattern arrangement, the
pattern will be automatically arranged in the same location
the next time trial cutting is performed.
bTouch to adjust the pattern shape and size.
If changes are applied to the pattern shape and size, the
pattern will be automatically arranged with the same shape
and size the next time trial cutting is performed.
Memo
• As a default, the test pattern is arranged in the upper-left
corner of the cutting area.
• In order to check the result of trial cutting while leaving the
material fed in, the test pattern must be arranged lower
than the default location.
aTop edge of cutting area
bLine where trial cutting pattern is arranged as a default
cTest preview screen
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