Roland PC-600 User Manual

Thank you very much for purchasing the PC-600.• To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product's perfor-mance, please

8Ne pas toucher à l’extrémité de lalame avec vos doigts.Vous risqueriez de vous blesser en ytouchant.Le rouleau doit être placé quand labarre est en p

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10Chapter 1 - IntroductionCheck the following to make sure that you received all the items that were shipped along with the unit.1-1 Checking Supplied

11Chapter 1 - Introduction1-2 Set-up and ConnectionsDo not use with any electrical powersupply that does not meet theratings displayed on the unit.Use

12Chapter 1 - IntroductionWhen arranging setup space for the PC-600, make sure you have a space that is at least 1500 mm (59-1/16 in.) wide, 750 mm (2

13Chapter 1 - IntroductionFront ViewPlatenKnife guidePrinting carriageThis is where a ribbon cartridge is mounted inthe cartridge holder and printing

14Chapter 1 - IntroductionRear ViewSheet Loading LeverUsed to raise or lower the pinch rollerswhen loading or unloading material.Automatic setup is pe

15Chapter 1 - IntroductionOperation Panel* "Material setup" refers to the state when material has been loaded and the sheet-loading lever ha

16Chapter 1 - IntroductionLED Display ListPC-600 status and operator actionThe sub power is on.For information about canceling sleep state -> sleep

17Chapter 1 - Introduction1-4 Installing the DRIVERThe screens shown in these steps are for windows 95. These screens may differ in places from the s

NOTICEGrounding InstructionsDo not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet,have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrici

18Chapter 1 - IntroductionInstallation1Switch on the computer and start windows®.2Insert the "PC-600 DRIVER for Windows® 98 / 95"disk includ

19Chapter 1 - Introduction1Click [Start].Point to [Settings], then click [Printers].3Click the [Details] tab and select a port.Driver SetupUse the dri

20Chapter 1 - Introduction1Click [Start].Point to [Settings], then click [Printers].Using HelpIf there is something you're not sure about or don&

21Chapter 2 - Basic OperationChapter 2 - Basic Operation2-1 Installing a BladeWhen installing or removing a blade, make sure the sub power for the PC-

22Chapter 2 - Basic Operation2When cutting is performed after printing, the cap tip of the blade holder may scratch the printed surface.If this is the

23Chapter 2 - Basic Operation2-2 Powering On1When using the unit for the first time, switch onthe main power switch on the left-hand side of theunit.2

24Chapter 2 - Basic OperationPlease do not try to move the toolcarriage by hand once the powerhas been turned on. Doing so may result in breakdown of

25Chapter 2 - Basic Operation1* Only when using rolled materialPass the stopper onto the shaft to match the width ofthe roll material to be used. (The

26Chapter 2 - Basic OperationPosition so that the left-hand edge of the material lies over any one of the grit rollers.Move the material from side to

27Chapter 2 - Basic Operation6Lower the sheet loading levers to secure the material in place.Setup isfinished.7When the sheet loading lever is lowered

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28Chapter 2 - Basic OperationLoadable material widths and pinch-roller positions: Grit roller: Pinch roller (left) : Pinch roller (right)MaterialPosit

29Chapter 2 - Basic OperationTo Perform Long Printing/CuttingWhen performing printing or cutting over a length of 1 m (39-3/8 in.) or more, first feed

30Chapter 2 - Basic OperationOpen the front cover and move the tip of the bladeto the point where the cutting test is to be started.When carrying out

31Chapter 2 - Basic Operation2-5 Installing a Ribbon CartridgeRibbon cartridges must be installed in cartridge holders, and not mounted directly on th

32Chapter 2 - Basic OperationInstalling Ribbon Cartridge1When installing a new ribbon cartridge, remove thestopper.2Take up slack in the in ribbon as

33Chapter 2 - Basic OperationReplacing an Ink CartridgeIf an ink ribbon runs out while printing is in progress, the CARTRIDGE HOLDER LED flashes.Follo

34Chapter 2 - Basic Operation2-6 Self-testThe PC-600 is equipped with a “self-test” function to allow you to check whether or not it is capable of ope

35Chapter 2 - Basic Operation2-7 Downloading Printing/Cutting Date2-8 Pausing and Stopping OperationWhen printing a line that is horizontal with respe

36Chapter 2 - Basic Operation2-9 Cutting Off or Detaching the MaterialOpen the front cover and raise the sheet loadinglever.Remove the material.1Cance

37Chapter 2 - Basic OperationWhen not in use for prolongedperiods, unplug the power cord fromthe electrical outlet.Failure to do so mayresult in dange

2To 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

38Chapter 2 - Basic OperationWhen Not in UsePlace the included dust cover over themachine.This prevents dust from accumulating onthe machine and the m

39Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceChapter 3 - User's Reference3-1Settings for the PC-600 Driver for WindowsThis sends data to the PC-600 from a

40Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceSetting the Cutting ParametersAt the [Cutting] tab, select the cutting line and make the setting for the cutting sp

41Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceTo use a special color, choose the color to use from[Special], then associate the image color (the coloryou specifi

42Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceSetting the Operating ParametersAt the [Driver Options] tab, make the settings for the machine's operating par

43Chapter 3 - User's Reference3-2Settings (Making Settings on the PC-600)You can make the settings for the following item on the PC-600 itself. M

44Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceMaking the Settings1) Hold down the [ALIGN POINT] key on the panel while you turn the [POWER] key (sub power) on.

45Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceSetting the Base Point– Printing/Cutting at the Desired Location –The BASE POINT key is used to set the base point

46Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceSetting the Crop Marks, Base Point, and Align Point– Remove the Printed Material, then Reload the Material and Perf

47Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceRemoving the Blank Space Surrounding a PictureStickMaterialCutting outlineMaterialStickCutting outlineAdding Color

3Use care to avoid pinching thefingers when placing the unit on thestand.Doing so mayresult in injury.Release the caster locks for thestand before att

48Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceCARTRIDGE HOLDER LEDDefault (no offset)+1+2+3+4+5+6+7+8+9+10+11+12+13+14+15+16+17+18+19+20+21+22+23+24+25+26+27+28+

49Chapter 3 - User's Reference3-5 About the Printing/Cutting AreaFactory default When front edge sense is enabled16 mm(11/16 in.)12 mm(1/2 in.)Pi

50Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceIf the Blade Becomes DullWhen the blade starts to lose its sharpness, try gradually increasing the cutter force.Inc

51Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceHow to Replace the Separating KnifeMake sure the power to the unit isoff before attempting to replace theseparating

52Chapter 3 - User's Reference3-7 Care and MaintenanceDo not touch the area around theprinting carriage with the hands.Failure to do so may resul

53Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceHow to Use the Cleaning SheetThe following details the correct usage of this cleaning sheet.Failure to observe the

54Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceCleaning the Main UnitFor routine cleaning, use a soft piece of cloth.Cleaning the PlatenIf the platen becomes soil

55Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceCleaning the Cleaning PadIf the cleaning pad becomes dirty, clean it gently using a commercially available brush (i

56Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceIf the PC-600 doesn't run...PC-600Is the machine being used at the proper operatingtemperature?Check the opera

57Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceClean, attractive printing is im-possibleIs the printing head dirty?Clean the printing head (see “ 3-7 Care and Mai

4Do not touch the tip of the bladewith your fingers.Doing so may result in injury.Roll material must be placed at apredetermined shaft position.Failur

58Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceCartridge detection is incorrectHas a marker seal on a ribbon cartridge becomedirty?Wipe off any grime on marker se

59Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceIs the brake installed?If the included brake is not attached, then install it (see "2-3Loading the Material&qu

60Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceWhen performing continuousprinting, the image qualitychanges or margins are grimyWhen you perform continuous printi

61Chapter 3 - User's Reference3-9 SpecificationsPC-600Media-movement method, Thermal-transfer serial, Automatic cartridge-changing type50 to 610

62Chapter 3 - User's ReferenceBidirectional parallel interface (compliant with IEEE 1284: nibble mode)STROBE (1BIT), DATA (8BITS), SLCT IN, AUTO

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5About the Labels Affixed to the UnitThese labels are affixed to the body of this product.The following figure describes the location.: Indicates info

6Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de décès ou de blessure grave encas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.Avis sur les

7Ne pas utiliser avec une fiche ou unfil électrique endommagé ou avecune prise mal fixée.Une négligence àce niveau pourraitprovoquer unincendie ou une