GTCO CalComp 2024 User manual

Designed for demanding
CAD, GIS, engineering,textile
and construction estimating
applications, the DrawingBoard
VI series is the professional’s
choice in large-format digitizers
and graphic tablets. DrawingBoard VI systems now
feature integrated USB and RS-232 serial connections.
When connected via USB no power supply is required
simplifying setup and operation.
DrawingBoard VI digitizers utilize the same Advanced
Function Technology that has set the world standard for
performance. Internally, these high performance tools are
engineered with a state-of-the-art positioning grid to
ensure reliability, performance and quality. Multiple
accuracy versions are available to match specific system
requirements and an integrated mounting channel
allows accessories, such as a pen tray,to be easily and
quickly mounted.
DrawingBoard VI digitizers also work with a variety
of cursors and stylus pens.Each pointing device offers
a number of programmable buttons.By assigning
specific program functions to these
buttons,you’ll increase efficiency
and improve production times.
Drawing Board VI small-for-
mat digitizers feature a recessed menu area, and a clear
overlay that holds templates and menus in place.
When used with a menu,these tablets significantly
enhance user productivity by consolidating multiple
mouse selections into a single point-and-click action.
DrawingBoard VI tablets
and digitizers offer unparalleled
features and performance no
matter what your application.
FEATURES
Industry’s highest resolution and accuracy
Large Format Digitizers
■Resolution up to 12,700 lines per inch
■Accuracy levels offered:
±0.010", ±0.005", ±0.002"
Graphic Tablets
■Resolution up to 2,540 lines per inch
■Accuracy up to ±0.010 inches
Choice of pointing devices
■Cordless or corded 4 or 16-button cursor
■Cordless or corded click tip pen with two side buttons
■Cordless light touch pen with two side buttons
■Cordless pressure pen with two side buttons
■Illuminated 16-button cursor with high-accuracy digitizers
Convenience features
■Easy-to-install software
■Powered via USB connection which simplifies setup
■Integrated USB and RS-232 serial connections
(RS-232 Serial requires optional power supply)
Software drivers
■Wide range of compatibility
■Programmable macros (RS-232 only)
LARGE-FORMAT DIGITIZERS
& GRAPHIC TABLETS

Included With Your Purchase
■DrawingBoard VI digitizer
or graphic tablet
■Corded or cordless transducer
(Specify at time of purchase)
■USB Cable
■CD ROM with Windows Drivers
and user’s manual
■Mounting brackets for digitizer
(except model 2024)
■Pen/cursor tray for digitizer
Transducer Options
■16-button cursor, corded or cordless
■4-button cursor, corded or cordless
■Click tip pen, corded or cordless
■Pressure tip pen, cordless
■16-button illuminated cursor for
high-accuracy digitizers,corded
■Lite Touch pen, cordless
Other Options
■Clear overlay
■Manual lift/manual tilt pedestal
■Magnifier lens for high-accuracy
cursor
■RS-232 Serial Kit
(Power Supply and Cable)
Corporate/Sales Office
7125 Riverwood Drive ■Columbia, MD 21046
Voice 410.381.6688 ■Fax [phone]
Toll Free USA, Canada 800.344.4723
E-mail [e-mail]
www.gtcocalcomp.com
Continuing research and development may result in
specification or appearance changes at any time.
DrawingBoard is a registered trademark of GTCO CalComp
Inc.All other product names are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.
Order No. DB6-04/08 Printed in U.S.A.
©2008 GTCO CalComp Inc.All rights reserved.
LARGE-FORMAT DIGITIZERS & GRAPHIC TABLETS
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Platform SupportPC
Software Drivers Microsoft Windows 95, 98, ME,NT, 2000, XP,and Vista compatible
Hardware InterfaceUSB,RS-232 Serial (Requires optional Power Supply)
Absolute AccuracyAccuracy Options:
Large Format Systems
±0.002 in / ±0.051 mm
±0.005 in / ±0.127 mm
±0.010 in / ±0.254 mm
Graphics Tablets (12x12 & 12 x18)
±0.010 in / ±0.254 mm (Standard)
Resolution Up to 12,700 lines per inch/500 lines per mm real resolution
Repeatability1 LSB (least significant bit)
Proximity>0.4 in / 10.2 mm, cordless
>0.8 in / 20.3 mm, corded
Self Diagnostics Automatic testing RAM, ROM and microprocessor
Baud Rate Up to 38,400
Data Rate Up to 200 coordinate pairs per second
Technology Electromagnetic
Output Formats32 industry-standard formats
Cursor Switches Elastomeric keypad,rated life over 1 million actuations
Emulations CalComp 3400, GTCO T5A, Summagraphics Microgrid
Operating Modes Point, line, run, track, incremental, prompt
Power Supply 120 V/60 Hz, 220 V/50 Hz (required for RS-232 serial connection)
No supply required for USB connection
Power Requirements 5 Volts,DC, 100 mA current draw (USB)
9 Volts,DC, 200 mA current draw (with Power Supply)
CertificationUL 1950, EN60950, FCC, VCCI,CE, EN55024, EN55022, Industry Canada
Operating Temperature41 to 115°F/5 to 46°C
Storage Temperature0 to +150°F/-18 to +68°C
Humidity Range 10 to 95%, noncondensing
Altitude Range 0 to 10,000 ft/0 to 3,077 m
Warranty One-year limited warranty
Digitizer Options and Physical Dimensions
Model Active Area Footprint WeightAverage Shipping Weight
2024 20 x 24 in/508 x 609.6 mm 29 x 34 in/737 x 864 mm 13 lbs/5.9 kg 31 lbs/17.7 kg
2436 24 x 36 in/609.6 x 914.4 mm 32.5 x 46 in/826 x 1,168 mm 19 lbs/8.6 kg 48 lbs/21.8 kg
3648 36 x 48 in/914.4 x 1,219.2 mm 44.5 x 60 in/1,130 x 1,524 mm 30 lbs/13.6 kg 79 lbs/35.9 kg
4460 44 x 60 in/1,117.6 x 1,524 mm 52.5 x 69 in/1,333 x 1,753 mm 40 lbs/18.2 kg 89 lbs/40.5 kg
Tablet Options and Physical Dimensions
Model Active Area WidthDepth Height (front) Height (back) Weight
34120 12 x 12 in/305 x 305 mm 14.6 in/371 mm 15.9 in/404 mm .7 in/17.8 mm 1.7 in/43.2 mm 4.1 lb/1.9 kg
34180 12 x 18 in/305 x 457 mm 20.7 in/525.8 mm 15.9 in/404 mm .7 in/17.8 mm 1.7 in/43.2 mm 9.5 lb/4.3 kg
Distributed by:
Western US Office
8224 East Evans Road
Scottsdale,AZ 85260
Voice 480.948.6540 ■Fax [phone]
Toll Free USA 800.856.0732
European Headquarters
GTCO CalComp GmbH
Kreiller Strasse 24
81673 Munich ■Germany
Voice +49.89.370012.0 ■Fax [phone]
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