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AMS300 PLOTTER OPERATING
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Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................3
2. ITEMS SUPPLIED .......................................................................................................................4
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW.............................................................................................................5
4. SETTING UP THE AMS300 PLOTTER ............................................................................6
5. OPERATION...................................................................................................................................7
6. CLEANING AND PRODUCT CARE................................................................................ 10
7. ACCESSORIES ......................................................................................................................... 10
8. TROUBLE SHOOTING .......................................................................................................... 11
9. TECHNICAL INFORMATION.............................................................................................. 12
10. INSTRUCTIONS FOR PACKAGING THE AMS300............................................ 13
11. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................ 14

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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the AMS300, a flexible plotter that helps you label marking elements
quickly and easily.
Rugged construction in stylish aluminium
Labelling area 273 mm x 305 mm
Easy to change fixtures to suit a variety of marking elements
Auto calibration no adjustment necessary
Capable of labelling marking elements up to 10.5 mm in height.
Special solutions for up to 15 mm are possible
Universal power supply of 100-240V AC / 50-60 HZ, various adaptors
available
PC interface: USB port
Control language: HPGL
I/O interface for connecting peripheral equipment, such as engraving option
Possible to update AMS300 firmware through PC connection
and downloading from the Internet

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2. ITEMS SUPPLIED
Please check you have received all the items supplied with your labelling device
(see list below).
Please retain the packaging in case you need to return the device.
The following items are supplied as standard:
1. Plotter AMS300
2. AMS Software CD
3. AMS Power supply cable
4. AMS USB cable
5. Support plate RC/RCT Half size (SPRC-2)
1.
2. 3. 4. 5.

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3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
1) Plotting area
2) Pins for holding support plates
3) Clip adapter for holding the plotter pen
4) Penholder
5) USB port
6) Interface for optional external devices
7) Power supply connection
8) Plotter pen storage location
9) Control panel/control keys
10) Plotting arm
11) Plug for positioning stud for zero setting engraving tool

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4. SETTING UP THE AMS300 PLOTTER
LOCATION
A dry, dust-free room is the ideal environment for the plotter. If possible, do not install the
device in damp or very dusty areas. Do not expose the system to direct sunlight. Please
ensure that the connections on the back right-hand side of the device are accessible at all
times. Position the AMS300 firmly on the work surface where it is to be used, ensuring it is
level.
Please ensure that the writing arm can move freely and is not obstructed by other objects.
CONNECTIONS
Plug the device into a correctly installed mains socket using the power supply included with the
product.
The power supply features a variable AC input voltage of 100-240V AC / 50-60Hz. The
power connection can be replaced by way of adapter plugs.
Plug the connector from the output cable on the power supply into the back right-hand side of
the plotter.
Then hook up the device using the USB cable provided. The respective port is located on the
back right-hand side of the AMS300.
Please note: Please follow the instructions of installing the device driver accordingly.

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5. OPERATION
Once you have installed the AMS300 and connected the power supply and data
cable, you can switch the plotter on.
Important:
Before switching the device on please ensure that there are no objects on the
writing/plotting area which might prevent the writing arm from moving freely. All
settings and commands are entered using the control panel.
ON/OFF buttons
The ON/OFF buttons are used to activate and deactivate the device. When the plotter is
switched on, the writing arm moves to the top right-hand corner of the labelling area and
auto calibration takes place. The green light comes on when the system is ready for use
and to receive data from the PC.
Clear buffer
If the AMS300 contains data, the yellow light will come on. You can delete this data by
pressing the Clear buffer key.
To do this the system must be in stop mode (red light on).

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Stop-key
If the stop-key is activated while the plotter is in action, the job will pause
immediately and the pen holder will move into the top right-hand corner. The red light
will signal the interruption. Pressing the key again will calibrate the writing arm and
the plotter will continue with the job. The red light will go out.
Beep off key
After completion of the print job an acoustic signal (beep) will notify the user to take the pen
out of the pen holder and re-cap. The signal will be repeated continuously
after 20 seconds and can be turned off by using the beep off key.
Attention:
The pen will clog and dry up if it remains un-capped in the pen holder.
Please note:
To turn off the signal in general please press Clear buffer and beep off together and press
ON to start the plotter. To re-activate the signal please use the same sequence.
Please note:
In the engraving mode the key is used to move the tool to the position of the indication for
standardizing the engraving needle, zero setting.
Insert the plotter pen into the pen holder
Before using the AMS 300, insert the plotter pen with the desired tip width into the clip adapter
of the pen holder.
Important:
Only plotter pens of the types shown with HP-
adaption may be used. Using other plotter pens
and writing instruments may damage the
device.
Please note:
Prior to starting the plot, please select the pen with the desired tip width and make sure to
prime the pen on a plastic surface. Insert the pen directly into the pen holder.
The plotter always re-calibrates prior to first plotting.

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Placing the support plates (fixtures) on the Plotter
There are four pin stops on the plotting area where up to two different support plates can be
loaded. Different support plates are available depending on the size of the marking elements.
They can occupy one or two segments on the plotting area.
Different sized support plates (fixtures) as samples below:
1 segment 2 segments
Placing the elements in the support plates
Choose the appropriate support plate for the elements to be labelled and insert the elements
carefully into the support plate. You can also add the elements first and then place the support
plate on the plotter.
Please note:
The plotter always re-calibrates prior to first plotting.

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6. CLEANING AND PRODUCT CARE
Protect the AMS300 from dust and other dirt. When not in use, cover the
plotter. A special dust cover is available as an accessory.
Wipe the device occasionally after use with a dry, lint-free cloth or a mild cleaning agent.
Important:
Under no circumstances use harsh cleaning products to clean the
plotter. Never lubricate the mechanical parts of the plotter.
7. ACCESSORIES

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8. TROUBLE SHOOTING
If your AMS300 plotter is not functioning correctly, please check the following:
Functional error
Potential solution
Device fails to switch on
Check whether the mains plug and connecting
plug are plugged in and switched on correctly.
Check whether the socket being used is
functioning properly. Is the green light on the
power supply illuminated? If not, please replace
the power supply.
Plotter does not respond to data
downloaded from PC
Is the interface cable connected properly? Replace
the data cable if necessary.
Is the device driver installed properly?
No labelling is taking place even though a
plotter pen has been inserted.
Check whether the plotter pen has dried out
or if there is sufficient ink in the pen.
Refill or replace the pen if necessary.
Poor labelling quality, uneven line
thickness, missing items
The plotter pen tip may be soiled. Clean the
tip carefully using a lint-free cloth dipped in
special cleaning fluid.
Replace the plotter pen if
necessary.

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9. TECHNICAL INFORMATION
AMS300 plotter specifications
Type of plotter: Flatbed plotter
Maximum plotting area: 273 mm x 305 mm
Plotting speed with pen: up to 40 mm/s
Plotter pen: Special plotter pens with HP fixing
Ports: USB Level 2.0
Control language: Based on HP-GL 7475A
Buffer: 16 MB
Drive: Two-phase step motor
Addressable resolution: 0.01 mm
Repeat accuracy: 0.05 mm
Repeat accuracy after pen change: 0.05 mm with optimum pen
Power supply: Via separate power supply with
exchangeable mains power
connection
Power supply input voltage: 100-240V AC / 50-60Hz
Power supply input current: 0.7 A max. Power supply output
Power supply output voltage: 24 V DC
Power supply output current: 1.25 A max.
Environmental conditions: In use: 10°C-35°C
35%-75% relative humidity
Storage: -10°C-50°C
10%-90% relative humidity
Safety certificate: EN 60950-1
Interference safety compliance: EN 55022 B
EN 61000-4-2, -4-3, -4-4, -4-5, -4-6
Dimensions: 470 mm x 480 mm x 155 mm
Weight: 6.3 kg

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10. INSTRUCTIONS FOR PACKAGING THE AMS300
Two corner pieces
Inside the box
Center piece covering
the Y-arm
Two corner pieces
Accessory Box
Inside the box complete

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11. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety instructions
●Keep the operating instructions in a safe place.
●This device complies with all recognised technical standards and all relevant safety
regulations.
●The mains power supply used must correspond with that specified on the name plate.
●Use in dry conditions only.
●Disconnect the device from the mains socket by pulling the plug, not the cord.
●All repairs, including replacement of mains power supply components, must be
performed by a qualified service technician.
Säkerhetsföreskrifte
●Förvara bruksanvisningen på säker plats.
●Denna apparat är tillverkad enligt modern teknik och i enlighet med gällande
säkerhetsföreskrifter för elektriska apparater.
●Kontrollera uppgifterna på typmärket innan anslutning till eluttag.
●Apparaten får endast användas i torra utrymmen.
●Dra inte ur kontakten ur eluttaget genom att rycka i sladden.
●Reparationer av denna apparat, inklusive utbyte av el-sladd, får endast utföras av
fackman.
Sicherheitshinweise
●Bewahren Sie die Gebrauchsanweisung sorgfältig auf.
●Dieses Gerät entspricht den anerkannten Regeln der Technik und den einschlägigen
●Sicherheitsbestimmungen für Gerätesicherheit.
●Elektrische Anschlussbedingungen und Angaben auf dem Typenschild müssen
übereinstimmen
●Gerätenutzung nur in trockenen Räumen
●Netzstecker nicht am Kabel aus der Steckdose ziehen
●Reparaturen an diesem Gerät, einschließlich der Austausch der Netzzuleitung,
dürfen nur von Fachkräften durchgeführt werden

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Instructions de sécurité
●Conserver ces instructions dans un endroit sûr.
●Cet appareil répond aux normes techniques et satisfait toutes les règles de sécurité.
●Le courant utilisé doit être identique à celui spécifié sur l'appareil.
●Ne pas utiliser cet appareil dans un environnement humide.
●Débrancher l'appareil en tirant sur la prise, pas sur le câble.
●Toutes les réparations y compris le remplacement des composants électriques, doivent être
effectuées par un technicien qualifié.
Instrucciones de Seguridad
●Conserve las instrucciones de seguridad en un lugar seguro.
●Este equipo cumple con todas las normas técnicas de seguridad eléctrica y
requisitos de seguridad eléctrico aplicables en el país de uso.
●La fuente de alimentación debe corresponderse con los valores de tensión y
corriente citados en la placa de identificación del producto.
●Las características de la fuente de alimentación a utilizar con el producto son las
siguientes : entrada : 100-240Vca, 50/60Hz, 700mA. Salida : 24Vcc/1,25A
●Utilice el equipo en condiciones secas únicamente.
●Desconecte el equipo de la red de alimentación por medio de la ficha, nunca tirando del
cordón.
●Todas las reparaciones, incluyendo el reemplazo del cordón de alimentación, deben
ser realizadas por personal técnico calificado.