Graphtec CE8000 Series Cutting Plotter Setup Manual

Introduction

This manual provides the setup procedure for the Graphtec CE8000 Series cutting plotter. For details on each function, refer to the instruction manual (PDF), available at: www.graphteccorp.com/support/index.html

Installing Driver/Software

The latest version of the driver or software and installation instructions are available at: www.graphteccorp.com/support/index.html. Please download it if necessary.

Important: Do not connect the computer to the cutting plotter before installing the following driver/software:

• Windows driver
• Graphtec Studio 2 (Windows/Mac)
• Cutting Master 5 (Windows/Mac)

Checking the Accessories

Please check that all the accessories are complete. If you find any accessories missing, please contact the distributor where you purchased immediately.

Included Accessories:

• Power cable
• WEB download guide
• Cutter blade (CB09UB (1P))
• Cutter plunger (PHP33-CB09N-HS)
• Wireless LAN module
• Wireless LAN module cover
• Screws for wireless LAN module
• Accessory case

Note: The accessory case has a magnet. Accessories may vary depending on the sales area. For details, please contact the distributor where you purchased.

Optional Accessories/Stands:

• CE8000-40 Roll-medium tray
• CE8000-60 Stand
• CE8000-130 Stand

Mounting the Wireless LAN Module

When using wireless LAN, install the wireless LAN module using the following steps:

1. Ensure the power switch is turned off (the "O" side is pressed down).
2. Remove the wireless LAN module cap.
3. Install the wireless LAN module into the wireless LAN connection terminal with the hole facing down. Ensure that the wireless LAN module is securely installed all the way to the back.
4. Secure the wireless LAN module cover and the wireless LAN module with screws using a Phillips screwdriver.

For wireless LAN settings, refer to the "Instruction manual".

Connecting to the Power

Make sure that the power switch is off (side), and make a connection between the power connector of the cutting plotter and the AC outlet of specified voltage using the supplied power cable.

Initial Setup Screen

The initial setup screen is displayed only when the power is first turned on. Then select "DISPLAY LANGUAGE", "LENGTH UNIT", and "WIRELESS LAN". When the power switch is turned on (I side), a message is displayed after displaying the firmware version.

1. Press the language you want to use.
2. Press the unit you want to use (Metric or Inch).
3. Select whether to make the wireless LAN settings. Press "YES" to proceed to the access point setting. Press "NO" to go to the HOME screen. This screen will not be displayed if the wireless LAN module is not installed.
4. Once the settings are confirmed, the HOME screen will be displayed.

Connection to Computer

This section describes how to connect the plotter and the computer. Use either a USB port, wireless LAN, or wired LAN*¹ to connect the plotter to a computer.

• Please install driver software before connecting.
• If you are using a wireless LAN module, please refer to "Mounting the wireless LAN module" on the previous page.
• *¹ Wired LAN unit is a factory-installed option.

Preparation of Cutter Plunger

Set the cutter blade in the cutter plunger and then use it with the cutter plotter. Set the cutter blade in the cutter plunger according to the instruction manual supplied with the cutter plunger.

Adjusting the Blade Length

Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the cutter plunger and adjust the blade length according to the media. When a general cutting sheet is used, the blade length that is shorter than the combined thickness of film and backing sheet and longer than the thickness of film is optimal.

Attaching a Tool

1. Loosen the tool holder screw. Move the tool clamper so that the hole in the tool clamper is aligned with the hole in the tool holder.
2. While pushing up the tool clamper, set the tool in the tool holder.

Media Set Selection

Load the media, raise the media set lever to lower the push rollers. Select the media condition according to the loaded media. After the media is detected, the Home screen is displayed.

Media Detection Options:

• ROLL-1 FRONT EDGE: The media width and front edge are detected.
• ROLL-2 CURRENT POSITION: Only the media width is detected.
• SHEET: The media width, front edge, and back edge of sheet media are detected.

Cutting a Test Pattern

Click on the "▼" icon and then select "CUT TEST" from the "CUT TEST" menu.

Check the result of the test cut and adjust the SPEED, FORCE, and ACCELERATION to the optimum value. When a general cutting media is used, set to a value that will cause a thin scratch on the backing sheet. Check the corners of triangles and rectangles and adjust the offset to ensure they are neatly cut.

How to check offset:

• Corners are rounded: Not enough adjustment value. Increase the offset value.
• Corner is cut cleanly: Optimal offset value.
• Corner is sticking out like the mustache: Too much adjustment value. Decrease the offset value.

Aligning the Push Roller

Lower the media set lever to raise the push rollers. Adjust the left and right push roller positions according to the width of the media. Use the roller position guide to place the push rollers on both ends of the media and the right push roller on the rightmost wide grit roller.

Cutting Condition Setting

Press the "▼" icon and set the cutting conditions. For details on each setting item, refer to the "Instruction manual".