Roland Metaza M PX -60 User Manual

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81 What to Do Before Marking1-1 Checking the Accessories11What to Do Before MarkingThe following items are packed together with the unit.Check the fo

91 What to Do Before Marking1-2 Setting Up and ConnectionDo not use with any power supplyother than the dedicated AC adapter.Use with any other power

101 What to Do Before MarkingRemove the Protective MediaThe protective media shown below is attached to this machine when it is shipped from the fact

111 What to Do Before Marking1-3 Installing and Setting Up to the SoftwareSystem RequirementsOperating systemComputerDriveMonitorMemory (RAM)Free har

121 What to Do Before MarkingInstalling Dr.METAZA2Dr.METAZA2 is a program for using the machine to mark images on the surface of materials.The steps

131 What to Do Before Marking2Appear the setup menu of the CD-ROM.3Press the [STANDBY] key to switch on the machine.Installing the DriverA driver mus

141 What to Do Before Marking5Choose [Install the software automatically (Recom-mended)], then click [Next].Installation of the USB driver starts aut

151 What to Do Before Marking2Appear the setup menu of the CD-ROM. Windows 98/Me/2000NOTICEKeep the machine and the computer unconnected until you ca

161 What to Do Before Marking8Press the [STANDBY] key to switch on the machine.7Remove the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive.9Connect the machine to your

171 What to Do Before Marking What to Do If Installation Is ImpossibleIf installation quits partway through, or if the wizard does not appear when yo

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181 What to Do Before MarkingWindows 98/Me2Appear the setup menu of the CD-ROM.3Uninstalling the driver.Follow the procedure in the next section &quo

191 What to Do Before MarkingUninstalling the DriverWhen uninstalling the driver, perform following operation. Windows XP/20002Log on to Windows as “

201 What to Do Before Marking8When the screen prompting you to confirm deleting ap-pears, click [Yes].9Insert the Roland Software Package CD-ROM into

211 What to Do Before Marking Windows 98/Me2Insert the Roland Software Package CD-ROM into theCD-ROM drive.The setup menu appears automatically.3Clic

222 Performing Marking2-1 Getting Ready to Perform Marking22 Performing MarkingBefore you start marking, have on hand a workpiece and an image for ma

232 Performing Marking About the Marking AreaThe marking area of this machine is as shown below.Hardness of surfaceto markVickers hardness (HV) of 20

242 Performing MarkingPreparing the ImagePrepare an image (such as a photograph or drawing) for marking.Vector data cannot be used. Provide bitmap da

252 Performing Marking2-2 Loading the Workpiece1Open the cover.2Grasp the base on both sides and pull back toward youto remove.3Place the workpiece s

262 Performing Marking4Press down on the workpiece gently to secure it in place.Pressing down forcefully may make it difficult to removethe workpiece

272 Performing MarkingCongratulation30 mm(1-1/8 in.)2-3 Performing MarkingThis section explains the steps of actual marking, using the brass medallio

1Table of ContentsTo Ensure Safe Use ...3About the Labels Affixed

282 Performing MarkingNames and Functions of Dr.METAZA2's Screen ItemsMenu BarRuns the various commands for Dr.METAZA2.ToolbarThe toolbar is pro

292 Performing Marking Decide on the Size and Shape of the WorkpieceEnter the size (outer dimensions) of the workpiece, and choose the shape.In this

302 Performing Marking Import an ImageImport the image of the photo or drawing, then adjust the size and position.1From the [File] menu, click [Impor

312 Performing Marking Add TextAdd text to the image.1Click , select [Horizontal Text].2Click the location where you want to insert text.The [Text]

322 Performing Marking7Drag the center of the text to position it at the desiredlocation. Save the FileWhen you're finished creating the marking

332 Performing MarkingChecking the Marking Results Before Marking (Preview)You can see an on-screen preview of the image after marking before you act

342 Performing MarkingStarting Marking1If the power to the machine is off, press the [STANDBY]key to switch it on.Power-on initialization is performe

352 Performing Marking Stop MarkingTo stop marking partway through, carry out the steps below.2Windows XPClick [Start]-[Control Panel] and then click

362 Performing Marking Driver SettingsRefer to this description for making settings for items other than the ones described earlier.Enter the size of

372 Performing MarkingThis adjusts the tilt of the base.Enter the values taken from the results of marking the test pattern.This marks the test patte

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382 Performing Marking2-4 FinishingNOTICEDo not attempt to open the cover or move the base until marking has ended completely and the base hasreturne

393 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3-1 Adding a Workpiece Shape33 Dr.METAZA2 GuideIf you want to use a workpiece having a shape other than a circle (ellipse), quadr

403 Dr.METAZA2 Guide5In the [Add Material] dialog box, for [Resolution], enterthe same value as the resolution you specified with thescanner driver w

413 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3Select the desired file, then click [Open].The [Add Material] dialog box appears.4Type a name of shape.5Enter the size of the wo

423 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3-2 Trimming an ImageThis specifies the range of the image to import into Dr.METAZA2.You can trim an original image to leave just

433 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3-3 Cropping Only Needed ImagesYou can crop just the necessary portion of an image imported into Dr.METAZA2. This means you can e

443 Dr.METAZA2 Guide5If the area filled is too extensive or insufficient, youcan redo the operation.Click , change the value for [Approximate Colorfo

453 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3-4 Creating a Decorative Frame Around an ImageYou can use the Frame feature to achieve an effect like placing a photo or paintin

463 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3To change the frame size, drag the pointers ( ).4To change the frame location, drag the frame.

473 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3-5 Registering a Frequently Used Image (Symbol)You can register often-used images, such as company or organization logos, as sym

3To Ensure Safe UseUsed for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severeinjury should the unit be used improperly.About an

483 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3-6 Importing an Image from a ScannerIf you have a TWAIN32-compliant scanner, you can call up the scanner driver from Dr.METAZA2.

493 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3-7 Adding a Hand-drawn Image or TextYou can use the mouse to write text or draw a picture by hand and add it to the acquired ima

503 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3-8 Adding a Symbol ImageThis adds images registered as symbols to the editing screen.1From the [Object] menu, click [Symbol].The

513 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3To change the image size, drag the pointers ( ).4To change the image location, drag the image.

523 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3-9 Registering Your Own Original FramesYou can use a commercial paint-type program to create a shape yourself, then register it

533 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3-10 Inverting Image GradationsThis inverts the gradations of all images, including photos, frames, and the like.You cannot inver

543 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3-11 Rotating an ImageYou can take an image imported into Dr.METAZA2 and rotate it in increments of 90 degrees.1Click and click

553 Dr.METAZA2 Guide3-12 Arranging Text in a Fan ShapeYou can lay out entered text in a fan shape.1Click , then choose [Fan].2Click the location whe

564 Maintenance44 MaintenanceNOTICEWhen cleaning, turn off the power.Never lubricate the mechanisms.Do not clean with solvents (such as benzine or th

574 Maintenance5When you use a neutral detergent, rinse thoroughly withwater so that no detergent remains on the surface of thesheet.6Allow the adhes

4Do not damage or modify theelectrical power cord, subject it toexcessive bending, twisting, pulling,binding, or pinching, or place anyobject or weigh

585 Troubleshooting55 Troubleshooting The machine doesn't run when marking data is sent.What to check RemedyIs the power for the machineswitched

595 Troubleshooting Machining is performed, but marking is not possible.What to check RemedyIs the workpiece loaded at thecorrect location?If empty m

605 Troubleshooting Images are unattractive -- uneven.What to check RemedyIs the marking surface slightlyuneven?Replace with a workpiece having a lev

615 Troubleshooting4Click [Test print].The test pattern is marked on the workpiece.5Grasp the base on both sides and pull back toward youto remove.51

625 Troubleshooting The marked location isn't where desired.The center of the base scale may not coincide with the machine's marking origin

635 Troubleshooting7Click the [Material] tab.8Enter the dimensions of the displacement you noted instep 5 as the [Offset] width and length.Important!

64Specifications Main Unit SpecificationsPrinting method Impact (single-dot configuration)Resolution 265 dpi/212 dpi (Photo/Text)Printing area 80 mm x

R1-040209Please read this agreement carefully before opening the sealed package or the sealed disk packageRoland License AgreementOpening the sealed p

5About the Labels Affixed to the UnitThese labels are affixed to the body of this product.The following figure describes the location and content of t

61 What to Do Before MarkingWhat's Metaza?This machine is a metal printer.It can mark photographs, drawings, text, and the like on the surfaces

71 What to Do Before MarkingPart NamesCoverClose the cover when performing marking.BaseYou can detach this from the machine.A workpiece is loaded on