GCC Technologies EXPERT 24 LX User manual

V.10 2013 Dec.
EXPERT 24 LX
CUTTING PLOTTER
User Manual
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V.10 2013 Dec.
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Important Information
Thank you for purchasing the Expert 24 LX Cutting Plotter.
Before you use the cutting plotter, please make sure that you have read the
safety precautions and instructions below.
Caution
!
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS!
For safety concern, please always hold the cutter firmly from the bottom while moving
it. Do not move the cutter by clasping the depression area on both sides.
Do not shake or drop the blade holder, a blade tip can fly out.
During an operation, do not touch any of the moving parts of this machine (such as the
carriage). Also be careful to make sure that clothing and hair do not get caught.
Always connect the power cable to a grounded outlet.
Always use the accessory power cable which is provided. Do not wire the power cable
so that it becomes bent or caught between objects.
Do not connect the power cable to branching outlet to which other machines are also
connected, or use an extension cable. There is danger of overheating and of
mis-operation of the machine.
Keep the tools away from children where they can reach.
Always put the pinch rollers within the white marks.
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Table of Contents
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Important Information
1. General Information
1.1 Package Items 1-1
1.2 Product Features 1-1
1.3 The Appearance 1-2
2. Installation
2.1 Precaution 2-1
2.2 Stand Installation 2-2
2.3 Blade Installation 2-5
2.4 Media Loading 2-7
2.4.1 Loading the Sheet Media 2-7
2.4.2 Loading the Roll Media 2-9
2.4.3 How to change the poll size without turning off the
machine? 2-9
2.5 Cable Connections 2-10
2.5.1 USB Interface 2-10
2.5.2 Driver Un-installation 2-13
2.5.3 RS-232 Interface 2-16
2.5.4 Printer Sever Shared Setting 2-16
3.Operation
3.1 The Control Panel 3-1
3.2 VLCD 3-2
3.3 File Uploader 3-6
3.4 Data Transmission 3-7
3.5 Expert 24 LX Print Driver setting 3-9
3.5.1 Option Page 3-9
3.6 Reference Parameter setting for different materials 3-10
4. Basic Maintenance
4.1 Cleaning the cutting Plotter 4-1
4.2 Cleaning the Grid Drum 4-1
4.3 Cleaning the Pinch Rollers 4-2
5. Automatic-Aligning System
5.1 Introduction 5-1
5.2 Calibrating the System
5.2.1 Media Calibration 5-2
5.2.2 AAS Calibration 5-2
5.2.3 AAS II on Expert 24 LX 5-3
5.3 Printer Test 5-4
5.4 Registration Mark Offset Range 5-6
5.4 Contour Cutting 5-6
5.5 Tips for AAS 5-9

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6. Trouble Shooting
6.1 What if Expert 24 cannot Operate? 6-1
6.2 Light Indicators 6-1
6.3 Cutting Quality Problems 6-4
Appendix
A-1
Expert 24 LX Specification A-1
A-2
Blade Specification A-2
A-3
CorelDRAW Plug-In Instruction A-3
A-4 GreatCut Instruction A-4
A-5 Illustrator Instruction A-5
A-6 SignPal 10.5 Instruction A-6
A-7 DirectCut A-7

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General Information 1-1
1.1 Package Items
The package of Expert 24 LX contents the items listed below, please check carefully.
If you find any item missing, please consult your local dealer for further assistance.
1.2 Product Features
The followings are the main features of the Expert 24 LX cutting plotters:
‧Dual-port connectivity – USB & Serial interface.
‧Up to 250 gram cutting force.
‧ Up to 400 mm/per second cutting speed.
‧ Guaranty 3 meter (10’) tracking.
‧ EnhancedAutomatic-Aligning System (AAS II) for auto contour cutting.
Item Quantity
Cutting Plotter 1 Set
Accessories 1 Set
1. Installation CD 2. AC Power Cord 3. Desktop Support Brackets
4. Cutting Pad 5. USB Cable (1.8m) 6. Cushion in tool carriage
7. Tweezers 8. Paper Slicer
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General Information 1-2
1.3 The Appearance (EX-24 LX)
1.3.1 The Front View
Object Description
A
Primary Pinch Roller To help hold the media during cutting.
B
Slicing Groove To help slice off media.
C
Alignment Ruler To align media with clear guideline marks
D
Tool Carriage Performs the cutting with the installed blade or pen with
AAS module.
E
Blade Holder To hold the blade.
F Platen The surface for holding and supporting media in operation.
G
Cutting Pad To protect blade and plate in operation.
H
Control Panel To consist of 10 control keys and 6 LED lights.
Object Description
J Grid Drum To move media back and forth in operation.
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1.3.3 The Side Views
Object Description
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AC Power Connector To insert the AC power cord.
L Fuse 3Amp.
M
Power Switch To turn on or off the machine.
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USB Connector To connect the machine and a computer through a
USB cable.
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Serial Interface Connector To connect the machine and a computer through a
RS-232 cable.
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Installation 2-1
2.1 Precaution
Please read below information carefully before you start installation.
Notice 1
 Make sure the power switch is off before installing the cutting plotter.
 Carefully handle the cutter to prevent any injuries.
Notice 2 Choosing a proper place before setting up the cutting plotter
Before installing your cutting plotter, select a suitable location, which meets the following
conditions.
 The machine can be approached easily from any direction.
 Keep enough space for the machine, accessories and supplies.
 Keep the working area stable, avoiding severe vibration.
 Keep the temperature between 15 and 30 ℃
℃℃
℃ (60-86
o
F) in the workshop.
 Keep the relative humidity between 25% and 75% in the workshop.
 Protecting the machine from dust and strong air current.
 Preventing the machine from direct sunlight or extremely bright lighting.
Notice 3 Connecting the Power Supply
Check the plug of the power cord to see if it mates with the wall outlet. If not, please contact
your dealer.
 Insert the plug (male) into a grounded power outlet.
 Insert the other end (female) of power cord into the AC connector of cutting plotter.
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Installation 2-2
2.2 Stand Installation
2.2.1 Stand Installation
Please follow the procedures below for assembling the stand.
Step 1 Please examine the supplied items in the accessory box of the stand carton
before you install:
Stand is an optional item for Expert 24 LX, Item List：
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1 Left side vertical stand
1 Right side vertical stand
1 Support for left side
1 Support for right side
1 Stand Beam
2 Bottom Stands with wheels
2 Sliding brackets for paper take up
1 Hex Wrench (M5)Φ4
28 Socket flat head screws(M6*12L)
1 Installation Guide
Step 2
Position the Left side vertical stand perpendicularly to part and put the screws into the
holes and tighten them to form a left side T-stand (Figure 2-1). Repeat the same steps with the
Right side vertical stand.
Figure 2-1
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Bottom Stand
Left side vertical stand