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  • Page 1 • Roland DG Corporation assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage that may occur through use of this product, regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product. • Roland DG Corporation assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage that may occur with respect to any article made using this product.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Cutting Machine Main Unit ....................9 Operation Panel......................11 Carriage LED Lamp ......................13 Starting CutStudio .........................14 Starting from the Windows [Start] Menu.................14 Starting from Roland DG Connect Hub ...................14 Material Used........................15 Types of Materials ......................15 Conditions for Usable Materials ...................15 Crop Marks/Tool Marks ......................16 Crop Marks........................16...
  • Page 3 Contents Cutting Method........................85 Step 1: Creating Cutting Data ....................85 Step 2: Output the Cut Data to CutStudio ................88 Step 3: Setting the Cutting Conditions ..................90 Step 4: Cutting ......................94 Checking Adobe Illustrator Help ..................95 Printing and Cutting Method .....................96 Step 1: Set the Printing Conditions ..................96 Step 2: Create Print &...
  • Page 4 Contents Step 3: Setting the Alignment Method (Manual Mode) .............. 186 Step 4: Cutting (Manual Mode) ..................191 Optimizing Quality and Efficiency ..............194 Optimizing Cutting Quality ..................195 Cutting Conditions ....................... 196 General Guide Regarding Cutting Conditions ................. 196 Adjusting the Cut Setting....................... 197 Adjusting the Cutting-in Amount..................
  • Page 5 Contents Blade ........................276 Blade holder........................ 278 Blade Protector ......................278 Troubleshooting Methods................279 Cutting Problems .....................280 Printing and Cutting Are Misaligned................... 281 Is a thick material being used? ..................281 Is the machine set to feed forward some amount of material before cutting? ........281 Uncut Areas Remain or Cut Edges Are Not Clean ................
  • Page 6 Contents Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Windows)............294 Connecting via a USB Cable....................294 Connecting via Ethernet....................297 Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Mac)............. 300 Connecting via Ethernet (Manually Set IP Address) ..............300 Connecting via Ethernet (Automatically Set IP Address) ............

  • Page 7: Basic Handling Methods

    Basic Handling Methods...

  • Page 8: Basic Information

    Cutting Machine Main Unit ............... 9 Operation Panel ..................11 Carriage LED Lamp ................13 Starting CutStudio ..................14 Starting from the Windows [Start] Menu .............14 Starting from Roland DG Connect Hub ............14 Material Used ...................15 Types of Materials ................15 Conditions for Usable Materials ..............15 Crop Marks/Tool Marks.................16 Crop Marks ..................16...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started Important Notes on Handling and Use • This machine is a precision device. • Install the machine in a location having the specified temperature and relative humidity. For details, refer to Specifications(P. 333). • Connect the AC adapter, USB, and Ethernet cables securely. •...

  • Page 10: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Cutting Machine Main Unit Front Name Functional overview Loading lever Use this when loading material. Left pinch roller Lift up the loading lever and then pinch the material with this. Set this at the left edge of the material. Cutting carriage Install the blade holder.
  • Page 11 Part Names and Functions Back Name Functional overview USB connector This is for connecting a USB cable. Power cord connector This is for supplying power to the machine. Ethernet connector This is for connecting an Ethernet cable. Guide line This is a guide for aligning the material when loading. Basic Information...

  • Page 12: Operation Panel

    Part Names and Functions Operation Panel ▲ ▲ Part Name Details Notation used in this document Display This displays various setting menus and other — W:261mm information. L:---- [0mm] TEST Key Hold this down for 1 second or longer to cut a [TEST] TEST pre-saved test pattern.
  • Page 13 Part Names and Functions Part Name Details Notation used in this document ENTER ENTER key This is used to select a menu item, and to fi- [ENTER] nalize a setting. PEN FORCE slider Blade force can be fine-tuned. You can even [PEN FORCE] perform this adjustment while cutting is in progress.

  • Page 14: Carriage Led Lamp

    Part Names and Functions Carriage LED Lamp The machine statuses are indicated with LED lamp colors and their illumination patterns. Machine state LED state Turning the Power Off Turning the Power On Lit in blue During unsetup (when the loading lever is lowered) Repeats illumination in bright blue and then dim blue During setup (when the loading lever is raised)

  • Page 15: Starting Cutstudio

    Starting from Roland DG Connect Hub Procedure Click the Roland DG Connect Hub icon in the notification area. Click the machine to use. The applications that can be used with the selected machine are displayed on the right side of the screen.

  • Page 16: Material Used

    Material Used Types of Materials The two main types of materials used with this machine are shown below. • Roll material Media wound onto a paper tube • Flat material Media not wound onto a paper tube such as standard-size material Various materials are selectable according to your purpose.

  • Page 17: Crop Marks/Tool Marks

    Crop Marks/Tool Marks Crop Marks Crop marks are used for alignment when cutting the material, which is printed from your printer, on this machine. Having the machine remember the positions of the crop marks, which are printed together with the image, makes it possible to correct cutting positions. Readable Crop Marks The sensor of the machine is only able to read crop marks like the circle shown below.

  • Page 18: Tool Marks

    Crop Marks/Tool Marks Tool Marks Tool marks are used for manual alignment when it is not possible to perform automatic alignment using crop marks. These can be printed around crop marks using CutStudio or plug-ins. RELATED LINKS ・ P. 173Print & Cut in Tool Mode Basic Information...

  • Page 19: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Power Supply Operations ................19 Turning the Power On................19 Turning the Power Off ................19 Checking the Display Menu................20 "CONDITION"..................21 "SYSTEM INFO." ...................23 "OTHERS"...................24 Setting Up Material..................26 Loading Position of Material ..............26 Setting Up Flat Material.................28 Setting Up Roll Material .................34 Preparations for Cutting Output..............40 Step 1: Prepare the Blade..............40 Step 2: Install the Blade Holder...............42...

  • Page 20: Power Supply Operations

    Power Supply Operations Turning the Power On Procedure Press the power button. The machine power is turned on, and the power lamp is lit. Turning the Power Off Procedure Hold down the power button for one second or longer. The power is switched off. Lower the loading lever and remove the material.

  • Page 21: Checking The Display Menu

    Checking the Display Menu Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. CONDITION MEMO When the material is loaded, follow the following procedure to display the screen. 1. Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. UNSETUP 2.

  • Page 22: Condition

    Checking the Display Menu ・ P. 194Optimizing Quality and Efficiency "CONDITION" Here, cutting conditions including blade force and cutting speed are set and confirmed. The settings affect the cutting quality. Change the cutting conditions according to the material you are using. •...
  • Page 23 Checking the Display Menu You can set whether to extend the cutting area compared to the normal setting or not. To maxi- mize the use of material, change the setting of "EXTEND". P. 204Extending the Cutting Area • "AREA" AREA 1.0m When using roll material, the length of the required material can be set.

  • Page 24: System Info

    Checking the Display Menu "SYSTEM INFO." Check the system information, including the firmware version, IP address, and subnet mask. • "MODEL" SYSTEM INFO. MODEL The model name can be checked. • "SERIAL NO." SYSTEM INFO. SERIAL No. The serial number can be checked. •...

  • Page 25: Others

    Checking the Display Menu "OTHERS" You can set the display, or turn other settings on or off. • "SMOOTHING" SMOOTHING ON You can set the curves in cutting data sent to this machine to be smooth. P. 207Smoothly Cutting Arcs and Other Curves (Smoothing) •...
  • Page 26 Checking the Display Menu P. 210Cutting Corners Cleanly (Over Cut) • "OVERLAP" OVERLAP OFF Cutting is repeated several times at the same position with the same cut data. Use this setting for materials that cannot be cut through in a single pass, such as thick materials. P.

  • Page 27: Setting Up Material

    Setting Up Material Loading Position of Material Load the material so the left and right margins from the edges of the material to the pinch rollers are uni- form. Load the material so the pinch roller (W) is within the range (Y) of the grit pattern (X). MEMO Depending on the width of the material to load, the left and right margins may not be uniform, and the margin on the right edge of the material may be larger than the margin on the left edge.
  • Page 28 Setting Up Material RELATED LINKS ・ P. 9Front Basic Operation...

  • Page 29: Setting Up Flat Material

    Setting Up Material Setting Up Flat Material If flat material is used, it must be at least 70 mm (2.76 in.) longer than the vertical size of the cut data. This is the length required for the grit roller to feed out the material to the front or rear. Refer to the figure below and ensure that there are sufficient margins at the front and rear, the right and left of the material.
  • Page 30 Setting Up Material Insert the material from the front of the machine. Set the material in the position shown in the figure below. The setting position differs according to the size of the material to be loaded. Move the pinch rollers to the edges of the material so that each one is within the grit patterns. Set the material so the left and right margins ( ) from the edges of the material to the pinch roll- ers are uniform.
  • Page 31 Setting Up Material MEMO Sprocket-fed perforated material has perforations along each edge for material feeding. If the pinch rollers are positioned over the perforations, the material cannot be fed correctly. When using this material with the machine, place the pinch rollers away from the perforations. Align the left edge of the material so that it lies approximately parallel to the guide line ( ).
  • Page 32 Setting Up Material MEMO Use the following link to view a reference video for this procedure. Loading Flat Material RELATED LINKS ・ P. 15Conditions for Usable Materials ・ P. 26Loading Position of Material ・ P. 328Cutting area Basic Operation...
  • Page 33 Setting Up Material 2. Check the Loaded Material Procedure Turn on the machine. Press [▼] several times to select the "PIECE". SELECT SHEET *PIECE Press [ENTER]. The cutting carriage moves to the left pinch roller position, and the material moves forward and backward.
  • Page 34 Setting Up Material When the material is inclined or when pinch rollers are off the material, the material cannot be set up correctly. Perform the following procedure, and restart material setup from the beginning. a. Unsetup the material, and return the cutting carriage to the stand-by position. P.

  • Page 35: Setting Up Roll Material

    Setting Up Material Setting Up Roll Material MEMO When not using the roller base, cut off the amount needed for the cutting from the roll beforehand, and load it as flat material. P. 28Setting Up Flat Material 1. Loading Roll Material Load the roll material to the machine by using the roller base.
  • Page 36 Setting Up Material Attach the roller base onto the machine. Hold the end of the machine when lifting. Place roll material on the roller base. Load the roll material ( ) so that the portions (A) extending beyond the left and right edges of the roller base ( ) are uniform.
  • Page 37 Setting Up Material IMPORTANT Leave some slack in the pulled out material. If you load the material without creating some slack, the materi- al cannot be fed correctly. Move the pinch rollers to the edges of the material and within the grit patterns. Position the pinch rollers so that each one is 25 mm (0.99 in.) or more ( ) inward from the respec- tive left or right edge of the material.
  • Page 38 Setting Up Material Align the left edge of the material so that it lies approximately parallel to the guide line ( ). View from above the Machine Raise the loading lever. The material is secured in place. MEMO Use the following link to view a reference video for this procedure. Loading Roll Material RELATED LINKS ・...
  • Page 39 Setting Up Material 2. Select the Material Type Select the type of material to be loaded to the machine. Procedure Turn on the machine. The screen shown in the following figure is displayed. SELECT SHEET ROLL Press [▲] or [▼] to select "ROLL" or "EDGE". If "EDGE"...
  • Page 40 Setting Up Material 3. Check Material Feeding Before cutting, feed the material forward and confirm that material can be fed normally. If you start cutting without confirming the material feeding, the material may slip during cutting, or the cut quality may be degraded with improper feeding. Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen.

  • Page 41: Preparations For Cutting Output

    Preparations for Cutting Output Step 1: Prepare the Blade CAUTION Never touch the tip of the knife. Doing so may result in injury. The cutting performance of the blade will also be impaired. Required items (included items) Blade Holder Blade The pin is inserted into the holder.
  • Page 42 Preparations for Cutting Output IMPORTANT Cutting conditions, such as the cutting-in amount, cutting speed, blade force, etc., must be adjusted to match the material type. Make sure to carry out cutting tests with the material to be used, and adjust the cutting conditions. RELATED LINKS ・...

  • Page 43: Step 2: Install The Blade Holder

    Preparations for Cutting Output Step 2: Install the Blade Holder CAUTION Never touch the tip of the knife. Doing so may result in injury. The cutting performance of the blade will also be impaired. Procedure Loosen the cutting carriage screw. Insert the blade holder.
  • Page 44 Preparations for Cutting Output MEMO Use the following link to view a reference video for this procedure. Preparing the Blade Basic Operation...

  • Page 45: Step 3: Perform Test Cutting

    Preparations for Cutting Output Step 3: Perform Test Cutting Adjust the cutting conditions according to the types of material and the cleanness of the cut. To obtain high-quality cutting results, carry out a cutting test to check the cutting quality for the material before you perform the actual cutting.
  • Page 46 Preparations for Cutting Output ▲ ▲ Peel off the cut shape using a pair of tweezers, etc. to verify the cutting quality. The following conditions are signs of good quality. • When the circle part is peeled, only the circle part comes off •...
  • Page 47 Preparations for Cutting Output ・ P. 197Adjusting the Cutting-in Amount Basic Operation...

  • Page 48: Step 4: Setting The Output-Start Location

    Preparations for Cutting Output Step 4: Setting the Output-start Location Before cutting, set the output-start location to a location where adequate cutting area can be secured. Output the actual cutting to an area that does not overlap with the area used for cutting tests. Procedure Press [◀][▲] to move the cutting carriage to the location you want to set as the origin.

  • Page 49: Output Method

    Output Method...

  • Page 50: Creating Cut Data Using Cutstudio

    Creating Cut Data Using Cut- Studio Cutting Method ..................50 Step 1: Creating Cutting Data ..............50 Step 2: Setting the Cutting Conditions............55 Step 3: Cutting...................59 Printing and Cutting Method ................60 Step 1: Create Print & Cut Data...............60 Step 2: Set the Printing Conditions ............63 Step 3: Output the Print &...

  • Page 51: Cutting Method

    Cutting Method Step 1: Creating Cutting Data Enter text and shapes, and create cut data. This section explains how to create cut data containing "SALE," and to add a "weed line," which facilitates peeling afterwards. Procedure Start CutStudio. P. 14Starting CutStudio Click Click anywhere, and then type "SALE."...
  • Page 52 Cutting Method Click , and change the size of the characters. appear around the text. Drag to change the text size. MEMO To specify text size in values, select the target object and click Click [Object]>[Weed]. The [Weed] window is displayed. Select the [Weed Border] check box, and then click[OK].
  • Page 53 Cutting Method The entered object is grouped with its weed line. For details on weed lines, see the CutStudio Help. Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio...
  • Page 54 Cutting Method Click an object, then click The object moves to the origin. MEMO The origin displayed on CutStudio indicates the output start position of the loaded material. By positioning the object to the origin, excess feeding of material can be prevented. Click Select the folder in which to save the data, enter the file name, and then click [Save].
  • Page 55 Cutting Method The data you have created is saved. Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio...

  • Page 56: Step 2: Setting The Cutting Conditions

    Check that the material has been properly loaded and set up. P. 26Setting Up Material Click [File]>[Cutting Setup]. The [Cutting Setup] window is displayed. At [Name], under[Printer], select [Roland DG GS2-24]. The model name is set. Click [Change] under [Media Size]. Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio...
  • Page 57 Cutting Method Click [Get from Machine]. Acquire the cuttable range from the connected machine, and [Width] and [Length] under [Cutting Area] will be updated. MEMO If [The machine is not responding.] is displayed, check the settings on this machine and the computer. P.
  • Page 58 Cutting Method The setting is saved, and the [Cutting Setup] window will appear. Set the cutting conditions. Normally, the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box is selected. To change the cutting condition, unselect the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box, and enter values.
  • Page 59 Cutting Method Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio...

  • Page 60: Step 3: Cutting

    Cutting Method Step 3: Cutting Send the cut data to the machine, and cut the material. IMPORTANT If the material comes off or the machine operates abnormally, press [PAUSE] to cancel the output. Lower the loading lever, take out the material, and perform the setup again from the beginning. WARNING Never touch the cutting carriage while output is in progress.

  • Page 61: Printing And Cutting Method

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 1: Create Print & Cut Data 1. Place the Print Data MEMO CutStudio can read the following file types only. • JPEG format (JPEG files saved in CMYK format cannot be read.) • PNG format •...
  • Page 62 Printing and Cutting Method Select the print data, and click [Open]. Position the print data in the area within crop marks. You can change the density of the imported image. RELATED LINKS ・ P. 79Changing the Darkness of Placed Image ・...
  • Page 63 Printing and Cutting Method 2. Add Cutting Lines to the Print Data Add cutting lines to the print data, which is read onto CutStudio, and create Print & Cut data. Procedure Select , and draw the cutting lines. Here, a cutting line is drawn around the print data as shown below ( ). Click Select the folder in which to save the data, enter the file name, and then click [Save].

  • Page 64: Step 2: Set The Printing Conditions

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 2: Set the Printing Conditions Set the printing range for Print & Cut as well as the crop marks. Procedure Click [File]>[Printing Setup]. Click [Set up the printer]. Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio...
  • Page 65 Printing and Cutting Method Set the document size, and then click [OK]. Select the number of crop marks. Select [4] or [3] from [Layout Points]. Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio...
  • Page 66 Printing and Cutting Method [4] Crop marks: 4 points [3] Crop marks: 3 points MEMO Normally use [4]. As [3] has fewer crop marks to read than [4], the time required for cutting is saved, but this is not available in Tool Mode.
  • Page 67 Printing and Cutting Method MEMO When setting crop mark positions manually, refer to the table below and specify the margins and the distance between crop marks. When using material with a large amount of feed (long material), we recommend that you set the left and right margins to approximately 25 mm (0.98 in.).

  • Page 68: Step 3: Output The Print & Cut Data

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 3: Output the Print & Cut Data 1. Print the Print & Cut Data Send print data from CutStudio to the printer, and print the Print & Cut data. Procedure Load the material in the printer. For how to load material in the printer, refer to the printer's documentation.
  • Page 69 Printing and Cutting Method 2. Load the printed material Load the material printed from a printer to the machine. IMPORTANT Curled material cannot be used, as crop marks may not be readable. If material curls when printed, straighten it out before loading it onto the machine.
  • Page 70 Printing and Cutting Method MEMO Set the crop mark positions manually. Note the following points when using material in sizes other than A3, A4, or B4. • When using a pinch roller within the leftmost grit pattern, make sure to leave at least 30 mm (1.19 in.) (W) from the left end of the grit pattern to the crop mark.
  • Page 71 Printing and Cutting Method Turn on the machine. Select [PIECE] as the type of material. Press [ENTER]. The cuttable width and length are displayed. W:***mm L:***mm Press [▲][▼] to move the material and position the crop mark ( ) above the blade protector ( ). IMPORTANT Crop marks cannot be read in the situations indicated below.
  • Page 72 Printing and Cutting Method Press [◀][▶] to move the cutting carriage so that the tip of the blade comes over the center of the low- er-left crop mark. Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio...

  • Page 73: Step 4: Configure The Setting To Perform Automatic Aligning

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 4: Configure the Setting to Perform Automatic Aligning Position the crop marks automatically using the machine's integrated sensor. Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. UNSETUP Press [▼] several times to display the following screen. CROPMARK <TOOL MODE>...

  • Page 74: Step 5: Setting The Cutting Conditions

    Check that the material has been properly loaded and set up. P. 26Setting Up Material Click [File]>[Cutting Setup]. The [Cutting Setup] window is displayed. At [Name], under[Printer], select [Roland DG GS2-24]. The model name is set. Click [Change] under [Media Size]. Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio...
  • Page 75 Printing and Cutting Method Click [Get from Machine]. Acquire the cuttable range from the connected machine, and [Width] and [Length] under [Cutting Area] will be updated. MEMO Do not change [Rotate] from [Off (0)]. MEMO If [The machine is not responding.] is displayed, check the settings on this machine and the computer. P.
  • Page 76 Printing and Cutting Method Click [OK]. The setting is saved, and the [Cutting Setup] window will appear. Set the cutting conditions. Normally, the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box is selected. To change the cutting condition, unselect the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box, and enter values.
  • Page 77 Printing and Cutting Method Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio...

  • Page 78: Step 6: Cutting

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 6: Cutting Send Print & Cut data to the machine, and start cutting. WARNING Never touch the cutting carriage while output is in progress. The cutting carriage moves at high speed. Coming into contact with the moving carriage may cause injury. Procedure Click The [Cut ]window is displayed.
  • Page 79 Printing and Cutting Method Remove the cut material. RELATED LINKS ・ P. 168Removing the Material Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio...

  • Page 80: Advanced Data Creation Methods

    Advanced Data Creation Methods This section provides useful usage methods for creating data using CutStudio. Changing the Darkness of Placed Image You can change the darkness of an image imported into CutStudio. Procedure Click [File]>[Preference]. Set the [General]>[Image Darkness]. • Setting range: 1 to 100% Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio...
  • Page 81 Advanced Data Creation Methods Click [OK]. Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio...

  • Page 82: Switching To Vertical Fonts

    Advanced Data Creation Methods Switching to Vertical Fonts IMPORTANT This procedure does not support alphabet fonts. Procedure to select the characters that you want to switch to vertical text. Click The docking panel opens. After selecting the [Format] panel, select the [Vertical writing font] check box. The text switches from being written horizontally to being written vertically.
  • Page 83 Advanced Data Creation Methods MEMO If you want to change the orientation of characters, use [Angle of Rotation] on the [Size and shape] panel. Selecting Fonts Japanese fonts that support vertical writing appear. Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio...

  • Page 84: Moving A Saved Symbol To A New Computer

    For instructions on how to save symbols, check the CutStudio Help. Procedure Copy the [Symbol] folder from the path below. • C:\ProgramData\Roland DG Corporation\CutStudio\Symbol MEMO If the folder is not displayed, check the hidden file display setting. P. 319Sample Data Cannot Be Found Copy the [Symbol] folder to the new computer.

  • Page 85: Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)

    Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows) Cutting Method ..................85 Step 1: Creating Cutting Data ..............85 Step 2: Output the Cut Data to CutStudio...........88 Step 3: Setting the Cutting Conditions............90 Step 4: Cutting...................94 Checking Adobe Illustrator Help ...............95 Printing and Cutting Method ................96 Step 1: Set the Printing Conditions ............96 Step 2: Create Print &...

  • Page 86: Cutting Method

    Enter text and shapes, and create cut data. This section explains how to create cut data using Adobe Illus- trator 2020. The operation procedure is the same for other versions. Procedure Start Adobe Illustrator. Click [Window]>[Extensions]>[Roland CutStudio]. The [Roland CutStudio] palette appears. Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)
  • Page 87 In this example, we enter "SALE" and draw a line to surround the word.This line is called the "weed line" and it is used for easy removal of the cut data. MEMO Outline the text. By choosing text and clicking on the [Roland CutStudio] palette, the text becomes out- lined. Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)
  • Page 88 Cutting Method Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)

  • Page 89: Step 2: Output The Cut Data To Cutstudio

    You can output cutting line data made with Adobe Illustrator to CutStudio. Procedure Select [Output All Lines] on the [Roland CutStudio] palette. Select the [Auto Update] check box on the palette. A preview of the object to be output is displayed.
  • Page 90 Cutting Method Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)

  • Page 91: Step 3: Setting The Cutting Conditions

    Check that the material has been properly loaded and set up. P. 26Setting Up Material Click [File]>[Cutting Setup]. The [Cutting Setup] window is displayed. At [Name], under[Printer], select [Roland DG GS2-24]. The model name is set. Click [Change] under [Media Size]. Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)
  • Page 92 Cutting Method Click [Get from Machine]. Acquire the cuttable range from the connected machine, and [Width] and [Length] under [Cutting Area] will be updated. MEMO If [The machine is not responding.] is displayed, check the settings on this machine and the computer. P.
  • Page 93 Cutting Method The setting is saved, and the [Cutting Setup] window will appear. Set the cutting conditions. Normally, the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box is selected. To change the cutting condition, unselect the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box, and enter values.
  • Page 94 Cutting Method Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)

  • Page 95: Step 4: Cutting

    Cutting Method Step 4: Cutting Send the cut data to the machine, and cut the material. IMPORTANT If the material comes off or the machine operates abnormally, press [PAUSE] to cancel the output. Lower the loading lever, take out the material, and perform the setup again from the beginning. WARNING Never touch the cutting carriage while output is in progress.

  • Page 96: Checking Adobe Illustrator Help

    Cutting Method Checking Adobe Illustrator Help Procedure Click [Window]>[Extensions]>[Roland CutStudio]. The [Roland CutStudio] palette appears. On the palette, click Click [Help]. Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)

  • Page 97: Printing And Cutting Method

    Set the printing range for Print & Cut as well as the crop marks. Procedure Start Adobe Illustrator, and then open a new document. Set the artboard. Click [Window]>[Extensions]>[Roland CutStudio]. The [Roland CutStudio] palette appears. On the palette, click Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)
  • Page 98 Printing and Cutting Method Crop marks are inserted in the artboard. Click on the palette, and then click [Crop-marks]. Set the [Type], [Point]. For [Type], select "GS2-24." [Point] indicates the number of crop marks. When [Point] is "4" Crop marks: 4 points When [Point] is "3"...
  • Page 99 Printing and Cutting Method Margins and Distances between Crop Marks on Different Material Sizes with 3 Crop Marks (Unit: mm (in- ches)) 380 (14.96 in.) MEMO Margins and the If you are using material that is larger than the sizes listed above, set values by referring to Distance between Crop Marks(P.

  • Page 100: Step 2: Create Print & Cut Data

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 2: Create Print & Cut Data 1. Place the Print Data Procedure Click [File]>[Placement] to import print data. Here, Sample.bmp found in the folder where CutStudio is installed (normally located in the [Pro- gram Files (x86)]>[CutStudio] folder on the C drive) is opened as print data. Select the print data, and click [Layout Points].
  • Page 101 Printing and Cutting Method Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)
  • Page 102 Printing and Cutting Method 2. Add Cutting Lines to the Print Data Add cutting lines to the positioned print data, and create Print & Cut data. Procedure Create a new layer for the cutting lines and draw cutting lines there. Here, a cutting line is drawn around the print data as shown below ( ).

  • Page 103: Step 3: Output The Print & Cut Data

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 3: Output the Print & Cut Data 1. Print the Print & Cut Data Send the print data to the printer, and print the Print & Cut data. Procedure Load the material in the printer. For how to load material in the printer, refer to the printer's documentation.
  • Page 104 Printing and Cutting Method 2. Load the printed material Load the material printed from a printer to the machine. IMPORTANT Curled material cannot be used, as crop marks may not be readable. If material curls when printed, straighten it out before loading it onto the machine.
  • Page 105 Printing and Cutting Method MEMO Set the crop mark positions manually. Note the following points when using material in sizes other than A3, A4, or B4. • When using a pinch roller within the leftmost grit pattern, make sure to leave at least 30 mm (1.19 in.) (W) from the left end of the grit pattern to the crop mark.
  • Page 106 Printing and Cutting Method Turn on the machine. Select [PIECE] as the type of material. Press [ENTER]. The cuttable width and length are displayed. W:***mm L:***mm Press [▲][▼] to move the material and position the crop mark ( ) above the blade protector ( ). IMPORTANT Crop marks cannot be read in the situations indicated below.
  • Page 107 Printing and Cutting Method Press [◀][▶] to move the cutting carriage so that the tip of the blade comes over the center of the low- er-left crop mark. Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)

  • Page 108: Step 4: Configure The Setting To Perform Automatic Aligning

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 4: Configure the Setting to Perform Automatic Aligning Position the crop marks automatically using the machine's integrated sensor. Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. UNSETUP Press [▼] several times to display the following screen. CROPMARK <TOOL MODE>...

  • Page 109: Step 5: Send Print & Cut Data To Cutstudio

    Show the layer containing the cutting lines drawn by Adobe Illustrator and select it. On the [Roland CutStudio] palette, select [Output Current Layer], and then click [Update]. Confirm that the cutting line to output is displayed on the preview screen.

  • Page 110: Step 6: Setting The Cutting Conditions

    Step 6: Setting the Cutting Conditions Procedure Click [File]>[Cutting Setup]. The [Cutting Setup] window is displayed. At [Name], under[Printer], select [Roland DG GS2-24]. The model name is set. Click [Change] under [Media Size]. Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)
  • Page 111 Printing and Cutting Method Click [Get from Machine]. Acquire the cuttable range from the connected machine, and [Width] and [Length] under [Cutting Area] will be updated. MEMO Do not change [Rotate] from [Off (0)]. MEMO If [The machine is not responding.] is displayed, check the settings on this machine and the computer. P.
  • Page 112 Printing and Cutting Method Click [OK]. The setting is saved, and the [Cutting Setup] window will appear. Set the cutting conditions. Normally, the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box is selected. To change the cutting condition, unselect the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box, and enter values.
  • Page 113 Printing and Cutting Method Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)

  • Page 114: Step 7: Cutting

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 7: Cutting Send Print & Cut data to the machine, and start cutting. WARNING Never touch the cutting carriage while output is in progress. The cutting carriage moves at high speed. Coming into contact with the moving carriage may cause injury. Procedure Click The [Cut ]window is displayed.
  • Page 115 Printing and Cutting Method Remove the cut material. RELATED LINKS ・ P. 168Removing the Material Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Windows)

  • Page 116: Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Mac)

    Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Mac) Cutting Method ..................116 Step 1: Creating Cutting Data ............... 116 Step 2: Setting the Cutting Conditions............. 119 Step 3: Cutting................. 121 Printing and Cutting Method ................ 122 Step 1: Set the Printing Conditions ............122 Step 2: Create Print &...

  • Page 117: Cutting Method

    Enter text and shapes, and create cut data. This section explains how to create cut data using Adobe Illus- trator 2020. The operation procedure is the same for other versions. Procedure Start Adobe Illustrator. Click [Window]>[Extensions]>[Roland CutStudio]. The [Roland CutStudio] palette appears. Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Mac)
  • Page 118 In this example, we enter "SALE" and draw a line to surround the word.This line is called the "weed line" and it is used for easy removal of the cut data. MEMO Outline the text. By choosing text and clicking on the [Roland CutStudio] palette, the text becomes out- lined. Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Mac)
  • Page 119 Cutting Method Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Mac)

  • Page 120: Step 2: Setting The Cutting Conditions

    Check that the material has been properly loaded and set up. P. 26Setting Up Material In the [Roland CutStudio] panel, select [GS2-24] under [MODEL]. In the panel, click [Update Information]. The cuttable range is acquired from the connected machine, and the display on[Media] will be up- dated.
  • Page 121 Cutting Method Click [OK]. Click on the palette, and then click [Cut Setting]. [Cut Setting] appears by selecting [Cut Setting]. Set the cutting conditions. Normally, the [Use Machine Setting] check box is selected. To change the cutting condition, unselect the [Use Machine Setting] check box, and enter values. Click [OK].

  • Page 122: Step 3: Cutting

    The cutting carriage moves at high speed. Coming into contact with the moving carriage may cause injury. Procedure On the [Roland CutStudio] palette, select [Output All Lines], and then click [Update]. Confirm that the cutting line to output is displayed on the preview screen.

  • Page 123: Printing And Cutting Method

    Procedure Start Adobe Illustrator, and then open a new document. Set the artboard. Click [Window]>[Extensions]>[Roland CutStudio]. The [Roland CutStudio] palette appears. On the palette, click Crop marks are inserted in the artboard. Click on the palette, and then click [Crop-marks].
  • Page 124 Printing and Cutting Method Set the [Type], [Point]. For [Type], select "GS2-24." [Point] indicates the number of crop marks. When [Point] is "4" Crop marks: 4 points When [Point] is "3" Crop marks: 3 points Normally, select "4" in [Point]. When [Point] is "3," Tool Mode is unavailable. Set the margin and the distance between crop marks, and then click [OK].
  • Page 125 Printing and Cutting Method MEMO Margins and the If you are using material that is larger than the sizes listed above, set values by referring to Distance between Crop Marks(P. 329) Crop marks are displayed on the artboard. Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Mac)

  • Page 126: Step 2: Create Print & Cut Data

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 2: Create Print & Cut Data 1. Place the Print Data Procedure Click [File]>[Placement] to import print data. Position the print data in the area within crop marks. Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Mac)
  • Page 127 Printing and Cutting Method 2. Add Cutting Lines to the Print Data Add cutting lines to the positioned print data, and create Print & Cut data. Procedure Create a new layer for the cutting lines and draw cutting lines there. Here, a cutting line is drawn around the print data as shown below ( ).

  • Page 128: Step 3: Output The Print & Cut Data

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 3: Output the Print & Cut Data 1. Print the Print & Cut Data Send the print data to the printer, and print the Print & Cut data. Procedure Load the material in the printer. For how to load material in the printer, refer to the printer's documentation.
  • Page 129 Printing and Cutting Method 2. Load the printed material Load the material printed from a printer to the machine. IMPORTANT Curled material cannot be used, as crop marks may not be readable. If material curls when printed, straighten it out before loading it onto the machine.
  • Page 130 Printing and Cutting Method MEMO Set the crop mark positions manually. Note the following points when using material in sizes other than A3, A4, or B4. • When using a pinch roller within the leftmost grit pattern, make sure to leave at least 30 mm (1.19 in.) (W) from the left end of the grit pattern to the crop mark.
  • Page 131 Printing and Cutting Method Turn on the machine. Select [PIECE] as the type of material. Press [ENTER]. The cuttable width and length are displayed. W:***mm L:***mm Press [▲][▼] to move the material and position the crop mark ( ) above the blade protector ( ). IMPORTANT Crop marks cannot be read in the situations indicated below.
  • Page 132 Printing and Cutting Method Press [◀][▶] to move the cutting carriage so that the tip of the blade comes over the center of the low- er-left crop mark. Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Mac)

  • Page 133: Step 4: Configure The Setting To Perform Automatic Aligning

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 4: Configure the Setting to Perform Automatic Aligning Position the crop marks automatically using the machine's integrated sensor. Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. UNSETUP Press [▼] several times to display the following screen. CROPMARK <TOOL MODE>...

  • Page 134: Step 5: Setting The Cutting Conditions

    Check that the material has been properly loaded and set up. P. 26Setting Up Material In the [Roland CutStudio] panel, select [GS2-24] under [MODEL]. In the panel, click [Update Information]. The cuttable range is acquired from the connected machine, and the display on[Media] will be up- dated.
  • Page 135 Printing and Cutting Method Click [OK]. Click on the palette, and then click [Cut Setting]. [Cut Setting] appears by selecting [Cut Setting]. Set the cutting conditions. Normally, the [Use Machine Setting] check box is selected. To change the cutting condition, unselect the [Use Machine Setting] check box, and enter values. Click [OK].

  • Page 136: Step 6: Performing Cutting

    Confirm that the cutting line to output is displayed on the preview screen. MEMO Do not change [Rotate] from To change or check the cut setting, refer to Step 2: Setting the Cutting Conditions. On the palette, click Select [Roland GS2-24], and click [Cut]. Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator (Mac)
  • Page 137 Printing and Cutting Method The cut data is sent to the machine. When the machine receives the data, it automatically reads the crop marks using a sensor, and then starts cutting. MEMO The Machine Doesn't Run If the model name does not appear, refer to MEMO If the sensor fails to read the crop marks, the screen shown below appears.

  • Page 138: Creating Cut Data Using Coreldraw

    Creating Cut Data Using Cor- elDRAW Cutting Method ..................138 Step 1: Creating Cutting Data ............... 138 Step 2: Output the Cut Data to CutStudio..........140 Step 3: Setting the Cutting Conditions............. 142 Step 4: Cutting................. 146 Checking CorelDRAW Help ..............147 Printing and Cutting Method ................

  • Page 139: Cutting Method

    2020. The operation procedure is the same for other versions. Procedure Start CorelDRAW. On the toolbar, click The [Roland CutStudio] palette appears. Create a new document. Set the document size to one of the cuttable sizes, which are displayed on the machine screen af- ter setting up the material.
  • Page 140 Cutting Method MEMO Outline the text. By choosing text and clicking on the [Roland CutStudio] palette, the text becomes out- lined. Creating Cut Data Using CorelDRAW...

  • Page 141: Step 2: Output The Cut Data To Cutstudio

    Step 2: Output the Cut Data to CutStudio Send the cut data created on CorelDRAW to CutStudio. Procedure Select [Output All Lines] on the [Roland CutStudio] palette. Select the [Auto Update] check box. Confirm that the cutting line to output is displayed on the preview screen.
  • Page 142 Cutting Method MEMO The data created on CorelDRAW is output to CutStudio in the following conditions. • All graphics that are drawn are output to CutStudio. • Character strings are not output to CutStudio. Outline them before outputting. • Line width, fill, and arrows are ignored. •...

  • Page 143: Step 3: Setting The Cutting Conditions

    Check that the material has been properly loaded and set up. P. 26Setting Up Material Click [File]>[Cutting Setup]. The [Cutting Setup] window is displayed. At [Name], under[Printer], select [Roland DG GS2-24]. The model name is set. Click [Change] under [Media Size]. Creating Cut Data Using CorelDRAW...
  • Page 144 Cutting Method Click [Get from Machine]. Acquire the cuttable range from the connected machine, and [Width] and [Length] under [Cutting Area] will be updated. MEMO If [The machine is not responding.] is displayed, check the settings on this machine and the computer. P.
  • Page 145 Cutting Method The setting is saved, and the [Cutting Setup] window will appear. Set the cutting conditions. Normally, the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box is selected. To change the cutting condition, unselect the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box, and enter values.
  • Page 146 Cutting Method Creating Cut Data Using CorelDRAW...

  • Page 147: Step 4: Cutting

    Cutting Method Step 4: Cutting Send the cut data to the machine, and cut the material. IMPORTANT If the material comes off or the machine operates abnormally, press [PAUSE] to cancel the output. Lower the loading lever, take out the material, and perform the setup again from the beginning. WARNING Never touch the cutting carriage while output is in progress.

  • Page 148: Checking Coreldraw Help

    Cutting Method Checking CorelDRAW Help Procedure On the toolbar, click The [Roland CutStudio] palette appears. On the palette, click Click [Help]. Creating Cut Data Using CorelDRAW...

  • Page 149: Printing And Cutting Method

    Set the printing range for Print & Cut as well as the crop marks. Procedure Start CorelDRAW, and then open a new document. Set the document size. On the toolbar, click The [Roland CutStudio] palette appears. On the palette, click Crop marks are inserted in the document. Creating Cut Data Using CorelDRAW...
  • Page 150 Printing and Cutting Method Click on the palette, and then click [Crop-marks]. Set the [Type], [Point]. For [Type], select "GS2-24." [Point] indicates the number of crop marks. When [Point] is "4" Crop marks: 4 points When [Point] is "3" Crop marks: 3 points Creating Cut Data Using CorelDRAW...
  • Page 151 Printing and Cutting Method Normally, select "4" in [Point]. When [Point] is "3," Tool Mode is unavailable. Set the margin and the distance between crop marks, and then click [OK]. For details regarding margins and distance between crop marks, see the table below. When using material with a large amount of feed (long material), we recommend that you set the left and right margins to approximately 25 mm (0.98 in.).

  • Page 152: Step 2: Create Print & Cut Data

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 2: Create Print & Cut Data 1. Place the Print Data Procedure Click [File]>[Import] to import print data. Here, Sample.bmp found in the folder where CutStudio is installed (normally located in the [Pro- gram Files (x86)]>[CutStudio] folder on the C drive) is opened as print data. Select the print data, and click [Import].
  • Page 153 Printing and Cutting Method Creating Cut Data Using CorelDRAW...
  • Page 154 Printing and Cutting Method 2. Add Cutting Lines to the Print Data Add cutting lines to the positioned print data, and create Print & Cut data. Procedure Create a new layer for the cutting lines and draw cutting lines there. Here, a cutting line is drawn around the print data as shown below ( ).

  • Page 155: Step 3: Output The Print & Cut Data

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 3: Output the Print & Cut Data 1. Print the Print & Cut Data Send the print data to the printer, and print the Print & Cut data. Procedure Load the material in the printer. For how to load material in the printer, refer to the printer's documentation.
  • Page 156 Printing and Cutting Method 2. Load the printed material Load the material printed from a printer to the machine. IMPORTANT Curled material cannot be used, as crop marks may not be readable. If material curls when printed, straighten it out before loading it onto the machine.
  • Page 157 Printing and Cutting Method MEMO Set the crop mark positions manually. Note the following points when using material in sizes other than A3, A4, or B4. • When using a pinch roller within the leftmost grit pattern, make sure to leave at least 30 mm (1.19 in.) (W) from the left end of the grit pattern to the crop mark.
  • Page 158 Printing and Cutting Method Turn on the machine. Select [PIECE] as the type of material. Press [ENTER]. The cuttable width and length are displayed. W:***mm L:***mm Press [▲][▼] to move the material and position the crop mark ( ) above the blade protector ( ). IMPORTANT Crop marks cannot be read in the situations indicated below.
  • Page 159 Printing and Cutting Method Press [◀][▶] to move the cutting carriage so that the tip of the blade comes over the center of the low- er-left crop mark. Creating Cut Data Using CorelDRAW...

  • Page 160: Step 4: Configure The Setting To Perform Automatic Aligning

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 4: Configure the Setting to Perform Automatic Aligning Position the crop marks automatically using the machine's integrated sensor. Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. UNSETUP Press [▼] several times to display the following screen. CROPMARK <TOOL MODE>...

  • Page 161: Step 5: Send Print & Cut Data To Cutstudio

    Procedure Show the layer containing the cutting lines on CorelDRAW and select it. On the [Roland CutStudio] palette, select [Output Current Layer], and then click [Update]. Confirm that the cutting line to output is displayed on the preview screen. Click CutStudio starts, and the cutting line data is sent to CutStudio.

  • Page 162: Step 6: Setting The Cutting Conditions

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 6: Setting the Cutting Conditions Procedure Click [File]>[Cutting Setup]. The [Cutting Setup] window is displayed. At [Name], under[Printer], select [Roland DG GS2-24]. The model name is set. Click [Change] under [Media Size]. Creating Cut Data Using CorelDRAW...
  • Page 163 Printing and Cutting Method Click [Get from Machine]. Acquire the cuttable range from the connected machine, and [Width] and [Length] under [Cutting Area] will be updated. MEMO Do not change [Rotate] from [Off (0)]. MEMO If [The machine is not responding.] is displayed, check the settings on this machine and the computer. P.
  • Page 164 Printing and Cutting Method Click [OK]. The setting is saved, and the [Cutting Setup] window will appear. Set the cutting conditions. Normally, the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box is selected. To change the cutting condition, unselect the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box, and enter values.
  • Page 165 Printing and Cutting Method Creating Cut Data Using CorelDRAW...

  • Page 166: Step 7: Cutting

    Printing and Cutting Method Step 7: Cutting Send Print & Cut data to the machine, and start cutting. WARNING Never touch the cutting carriage while output is in progress. The cutting carriage moves at high speed. Coming into contact with the moving carriage may cause injury. Procedure In CutStudio, click The [Cut ]window is displayed.
  • Page 167 Printing and Cutting Method Remove the cut material. RELATED LINKS ・ P. 168Removing the Material Creating Cut Data Using CorelDRAW...

  • Page 168: Procedures After Output

    Procedures after Output Unloading/Cutting Off Material ..............168 Removing the Material ................ 168 Cutting off Material ................170 Pausing and Canceling Output ..............171 Pausing the Output................171 Canceling Output................171 Procedures after Output...

  • Page 169: Unloading/Cutting Off Material

    Unloading/Cutting Off Material After outputting, unload or cut off the material from the machine. Removing the Material When cutting is finished, remove the material. Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. UNSETUP Press [ENTER]. The cutting carriage returns to the home position. Lower the loading lever.
  • Page 170 Unloading/Cutting Off Material Procedures after Output...

  • Page 171: Cutting Off Material

    Unloading/Cutting Off Material Cutting off Material After outputting, cut off the material as required. Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. W:***mm L:***mm Press [▲][▼] to feed the material until the cut-off line exceeds the knife guide ( ) position. Cut the material using a blade, etc.

  • Page 172: Pausing And Canceling Output

    Pausing and Canceling Output Pausing the Output An ongoing cutting process can be paused, and the paused cutting output can be resumed. MEMO This operation may compromise cutting quality. Whenever possible, avoid pausing. Procedure Press [PAUSE] before printing finishes. Cutting output pauses. Press [PAUSE] again.

  • Page 173: Other Cutting

    Other Cutting Print & Cut in Tool Mode................173 Step 1: Set the Alignment Method (Tool Mode) ........... 173 Step 2: Cutting after Automatic Aligning ..........174 Print & Cut in Manual Mode ................. 178 Step 1: Create Tool Mark Data Manually ........... 178 Step 2: Output the Print &...

  • Page 174: Print & Cut In Tool Mode

    Print & Cut in Tool Mode Tool Mode can be used in the following situations. • When it is not possible to perform alignment in Sensor Mode • When performing Print & Cut without selecting the type of material MEMO It is not possible to use Tool Mode when using only 3 crop marks.

  • Page 175: Step 2: Cutting After Automatic Aligning

    Print & Cut in Tool Mode Step 2: Cutting after Automatic Aligning WARNING Never touch the cutting carriage while output is in progress. The cutting carriage moves at high speed. Coming into contact with the moving carriage may cause injury. Procedure When [File]>[Print&Cut] of CutStudio is unselected, select this.
  • Page 176 Print & Cut in Tool Mode Press [ENTER]. The screen shown below appears. MARK1 SET (RETURN MENU) Press [▲][▼][◀][▶], and align the tip of the alignment tool with tool mark 1. Hold down the alignment tool gently from above, and check that the tip of the alignment tool overlaps with the tool mark.
  • Page 177 Print & Cut in Tool Mode Press [ENTER]. The tool moves to a position near the upper-left crop mark, and the screen shown below is dis- played. MARK3 SET (RETURN MENU) Align tool marks 3 and 4 in the same way. Tool Mark 3 Tool Mark 4 After aligning tool mark 4, press [ENTER].
  • Page 178 Print & Cut in Tool Mode Cutting starts. COMPLETE ENTER QUIT MENU Remove the cut material. RELATED LINKS ・ P. 42Install the Blade Holder ・ P. 168Removing the Material Other Cutting...

  • Page 179: Print & Cut In Manual Mode

    Print & Cut in Manual Mode By using Manual Mode, you can perform Print & Cut without using CutStudio, Adobe Illustrator, or Corel- DRAW. Check the compatible material and the printer to be used beforehand. Printer to be used Laser or inkjet printer with a resolution of 720 dpi or greater RELATED LINKS ・...
  • Page 180 Print & Cut in Manual Mode Take a note of the distance between tool marks (width as W , length as L). Make a note of the offset values. Check the origin (where both X and Y are 0) of the software, and make a note of the distance be- tween this origin point ( ) and the lower-left tool mark (W, L).
  • Page 181 Print & Cut in Manual Mode RELATED LINKS ・ P. 329Margins and the Distance between Crop Marks Other Cutting...

  • Page 182: Step 2: Output The Print & Cut Data

    Print & Cut in Manual Mode Step 2: Output the Print & Cut Data 1. Print the Print & Cut Data Procedure Load the sheet material in the printer. For how to load material in the printer, refer to the printer's documentation. IMPORTANT When expanded/reduced printing is enabled, disable it.
  • Page 183 Print & Cut in Manual Mode 2. Load the printed material Load the material printed from a printer to the machine. IMPORTANT Material sometimes curls when it is printed from the printer. Flatten curled material before loading it to the machine. Procedure Check the origin ( ) for cutting the material.
  • Page 184 Print & Cut in Manual Mode Align the left edge of the material so that it lies approximately parallel to the guide line ( ). View from above the Machine Raise the loading lever to secure the material in place. Turn on the machine.
  • Page 185 Print & Cut in Manual Mode Press [▲][▼] to move the material and position the tool mark ( ) above the blade protector ( ). IMPORTANT If any of the following situations occur, remove the material once, and then reload it. •...
  • Page 186 Print & Cut in Manual Mode Other Cutting...

  • Page 187: Step 3: Setting The Alignment Method (Manual Mode)

    Print & Cut in Manual Mode Step 3: Setting the Alignment Method (Manual Mode) 1. Select Manual Mode Set the crop mark aligning method to Manual Mode. Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. UNSETUP Press [▼] several times to display the following screen. CROPMARK <SENSOR MODE>...
  • Page 188 Print & Cut in Manual Mode 2. Enter the Distance between Tool Marks Enter the distance, Width (W) and Length (L), which were noted when tool marks were created manually. Procedure Press [▶] three times to display the screen shown below. WIDTH 160 *160mm Press [▲][▼] and enter the horizontal distance ("WIDTH") between the tool marks.
  • Page 189 Print & Cut in Manual Mode ・ P. 178Create Tool Mark Data Manually Other Cutting...
  • Page 190 Print & Cut in Manual Mode 3. Enter the Offset Values Enter the offset value distance, Width (W) and Length (L), which were noted when tool marks were creat- ed manually. Procedure Press [▼], then [▶] to display the screen shown below. OFFSET W 0.5 *0.5mm Enter the width offset value (W) with [▲][▼].
  • Page 191 Print & Cut in Manual Mode RELATED LINKS ・ P. 178Create Tool Mark Data Manually Other Cutting...

  • Page 192: Step 4: Cutting (Manual Mode)

    Print & Cut in Manual Mode Step 4: Cutting (Manual Mode) WARNING Never touch the cutting carriage while output is in progress. The cutting carriage moves at high speed. Coming into contact with the moving carriage may cause injury. Procedure Press [◀], then [▼] to display the screen shown below.
  • Page 193 Print & Cut in Manual Mode Press [ENTER]. The tool moves to a position near the lower-right tool mark, and then the screen shown below ap- pears. MARK2 SET (RETURN MENU) Press [▲][▼][◀][▶], and align the tip of the alignment tool with tool mark 2. MEMO To perform aligning again, press [MENU] during setup to return to the previous screen, and perform the proce- dure again.
  • Page 194 Print & Cut in Manual Mode After aligning tool mark 4, press [ENTER]. The screen shown below appears. REPLACE TO BLADE (RETURN MENU) Remove the alignment tool and install the blade holder. Press [ENTER]. Press [ENTER] when the following screen appears. COMPLETE ENTER QUIT MENU...

  • Page 195: Optimizing Quality And Efficiency

    Optimizing Quality and Ef- ficiency...

  • Page 196: Optimizing Cutting Quality

    Optimizing Cutting Quality Cutting Conditions..................196 General Guide Regarding Cutting Conditions ..........196 Adjusting the Cut Setting ................197 Adjusting the Cutting-in Amount ............197 Setting the Blade Force ............... 198 Setting the Cutting Speed ..............200 Setting the Blade Tip Offset Amount............201 Set the Orientation of Cutting Coordinates ..........

  • Page 197: Cutting Conditions

    Cutting Conditions General Guide Regarding Cutting Conditions The three cutting conditions are blade force, cutting speed, and blade tip offset. A general guide for cutting conditions and the service life of the blade for different combinations of mate- rials and blades is given below. Note that optimal cutting is not necessary obtained simply by conforming to the conditions below.

  • Page 198: Adjusting The Cut Setting

    Adjusting the Cut Setting Perform a cutting test before adjusting the cut setting. Adjust the cutting condition after checking the cutting test result. You can change the blade force, cutting speed, and the offset of the blade tip from the printer driver's [Print Setting] window (or CutStudio/VersaWorks).

  • Page 199: Setting The Blade Force

    Adjusting the Cut Setting Setting the Blade Force If the design peels off or if the carrier paper is also cut with the material, change the blade force. Procedure Check that the PEN FORCE slider [PEN FORCE] is at the center position (at "0" on the scale). ▲...
  • Page 200 Adjusting the Cut Setting MEMO The value adjusted here is only a rough guide. The accuracy of this value is not guaranteed. Optimizing Cutting Quality...

  • Page 201: Setting The Cutting Speed

    Adjusting the Cut Setting Setting the Cutting Speed Set the cutting speed. Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. CONDITION MEMO When the material is loaded, follow the following procedure to display the screen. 1. Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. UNSETUP 2.

  • Page 202: Setting The Blade Tip Offset Amount

    Adjusting the Cut Setting Setting the Blade Tip Offset Amount This setting lets you set the offset for the tip of the blade. Enter the listed offset value for the blade. When using the included blade, cutting can be performed using the factory-default settings. MEMO If the beginning of a cut deviates from the intended location or if the corners of a shape are not clean, adjust the off- set value.

  • Page 203: Set The Orientation Of Cutting Coordinates

    Adjusting the Cut Setting Set the Orientation of Cutting Coordinates Rotate the cutting coordinates, and decide which direction to cut the material. Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. CONDITION MEMO When the material is loaded, follow the following procedure to display the screen. 1.
  • Page 204 Adjusting the Cut Setting "90deg" The arrows in the following figures indicate the positive di- • Origin point: Bottom right rections of the X and Y axes respectively. • Coordinate axis: Vertical direction: X axis Horizontal direction: Y axis Press [ENTER] to select the setting. MEMO •...

  • Page 205: Extending The Cutting Area

    Adjusting the Cut Setting Extending the Cutting Area Extending the cutting area allows for maximum material usage. MEMO Depending on the design to be cut, the pinch rollers may pass over the top of the cutting line. Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. CONDITION MEMO When the material is loaded, follow the following procedure to display the screen.
  • Page 206 Adjusting the Cut Setting Example: When setting from 0 mm (0 in.) to 10.0 mm (0.39 in.) 200 mm 220 mm (8.66 in.) 10 mm Press [ENTER] to select the setting. Press [MENU] to return to the original screen. MEMO •...

  • Page 207: Setting The Speed Of The Blade During Cutting

    Adjusting the Cut Setting Setting the Speed of the Blade During Cutting This setting lets you set the speed for moving the blade to the next cutting position with the blade lifted off the material during cutting operation. When cutting material that is thinner or thicker than the stand- ard material, it may be better to decrease the speed to prevent problems such as the material being lifted Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen.

  • Page 208: Smoothly Cutting Arcs And Other Curves (Smoothing)

    Adjusting the Cut Setting Smoothly Cutting Arcs and Other Curves (Smoothing) You can set the curves in cutting data sent to this machine to be smooth. Normally set the height-adjust- ment lever to "ON". If corner cuts are too round when cutting small text or intricate shapes, set this to "OFF".

  • Page 209: Cutting In The Same Position Repetitively (Overlap)

    Adjusting the Cut Setting Cutting in the Same Position Repetitively (Overlap) Cutting is repeated several times at the same position with the same cut data. Use this setting for materi- als that cannot be cut through in a single pass, such as thick materials. Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen.
  • Page 210 Adjusting the Cut Setting RELATED LINKS ・ P. 77Cutting Optimizing Cutting Quality...

  • Page 211: Cutting Corners Cleanly (Over Cut)

    Adjusting the Cut Setting Cutting Corners Cleanly (Over Cut) This function cuts extra at the start and the end of a cutting line. It is effective when you want to produce particularly sharp corners, for example when cutting thicker materials. When cutting small characters or complex shapes, this function is normally set to "OFF"...
  • Page 212 Adjusting the Cut Setting Press [ENTER] to select the setting. Press [MENU] to return to the original screen. MEMO • Factory default setting: "OFF" Optimizing Cutting Quality...

  • Page 213: Preventing And Correcting Misaligned Cutting

    Preventing and Correcting Misaligned Cutting Using Thinner or Harder Material than Normal Turn on the suction fan to hold the material in place during cutting so as to prevent the material from lift- ing up or moving out of place. Normally use "AUTO" as is. However, the air volume of the suction fan should be lowered when using materials that are thin and/or not firm.

  • Page 214: Preventing Misaligned Cutting

    Preventing and Correcting Misaligned Cutting Preventing Misaligned Cutting Material is automatically fed before and during cutting in order to avoid misalignment of cutting positions. If this is set as "ON", the material is automatically fed forward for 1 m (3.28 ft.) whenever the computer sends out cut data (depending on the data, the material may be fed out 1 m (3.28 ft.) or more), then the cutting starts.
  • Page 215 Preventing and Correcting Misaligned Cutting Press [▶]. Press [▲] or [▼] to select a value. Press [ENTER] to select the setting. Press [MENU] to return to the original screen. MEMO • Factory default setting: "OFF" • Setting range: "ON" (1 to 10 cm/s) (0.40 to 3.93 in./s), "OFF" Optimizing Cutting Quality...

  • Page 216: Adjusting The Cutting Position

    Preventing and Correcting Misaligned Cutting Adjusting the Cutting Position If the printing position and the cutting position are offset as shown in the following figure, you can correct the issue by adjusting either the printing position or the cutting position. This example shows the proce- dure for adjusting the cutting position.
  • Page 217 Preventing and Correcting Misaligned Cutting OTHERS Press [▶]. Press [▲][▼] to display the following screen. CROP ADJ. Set the correction values for CROP-L and CROP-W. Press [▶] twice to display the screen shown below. CROP-L 0.000 *0.000mm Press [▲][▼] to set the correction value for CROP-L. Press [ENTER] to select the setting.

  • Page 218: Adjusting The Printing Position

    Preventing and Correcting Misaligned Cutting Adjusting the Printing Position If the printing position and the cutting position are offset as shown in the following figure, you can correct the issue by adjusting either the printing position or the cutting position. This example shows the proce- dure for adjusting the printing position.
  • Page 219 Preventing and Correcting Misaligned Cutting Select [Fine adjustment], and click [Adjust]. The [Crop Mark Adjustment] window is displayed. Align the position with respect to a line or point ( ) that is close to the origin ( ). Adjust the [BaseX] and [BaseY] values to eliminate the misalignment, and then click [OK]. •...
  • Page 220 Preventing and Correcting Misaligned Cutting IMPORTANT Before setting, check that [BaseX] and [BaseY] have been adjusted with respect to a line or point close to the origin ( ). If aligned with respect to a point far away, the adjustment result of Step 3 will deviate when [W] and [L] are set.
  • Page 221 Preventing and Correcting Misaligned Cutting P. 173Print & Cut in Tool Mode Optimizing Cutting Quality...

  • Page 222: Optimizing Work Efficiency

    Optimizing Work Efficiency Cutting the Same Data Repetitively ............... 222 Step 1: Prepare the Data for Recutting ............ 222 Step 2: Recutting ................224 Saving Frequently-used Cutting Conditions............225 Saving the Cutting Conditions ..............225 Loading Cutting Conditions ..............226 Separating the Cut Area Later..............

  • Page 223: Cutting The Same Data Repetitively

    Cutting the Same Data Repetitively "REPLOT" Data received from the computer can be saved to the machine's memory, and that data can then be re- peatedly used to cut (recut). To recut, use "REPLOT" in the display menu. • All the data received from the time the machine is put in the setup condition to the time the setup condition is canceled is saved.
  • Page 224 Cutting the Same Data Repetitively Send data from the computer. Optimizing Work Efficiency...

  • Page 225: Step 2: Recutting

    Cutting the Same Data Repetitively Step 2: Recutting Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. UNSETUP Press [▼] several times to display the following screen. REPLOT <DATA EXISTS> Press [▶]. REPLOT *START Press [ENTER]. The display goes back to the one shown below, and the cutting, which has been saved in the mem- ory, is performed.

  • Page 226: Saving Frequently-Used Cutting Conditions

    Saving Frequently-used Cutting Conditions Saving the Cutting Conditions To save the time spent on setting up cutting conditions for every material changeover, you can save the cutting conditions of frequently-used materials in the memory. The next time you use the same material, you can change the settings to those suitable for the material simply by loading the memory you saved.

  • Page 227: Loading Cutting Conditions

    Saving Frequently-used Cutting Conditions Loading Cutting Conditions Select a saved memory, and apply that to the operation panel. You can select a memory from USER 1 to USER 8. Note that loading cutting conditions from memory erases any cutting conditions that have not been saved. Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen.

  • Page 228: Separating The Cut Area Later

    Separating the Cut Area Later Perforated cutting can be used for cutting material without carrier paper or for making creases on the cut data. The cut area is separated after cutting to avoid material becoming jammed. RELATED LINKS ・ P. 26Setting Up Material ・...
  • Page 229 Separating the Cut Area Later Perforated cutting is set, and the object is displayed in red. MEMO Click [File]>[Preference] to display the [Preference] window. This lets you set the color and display of perfo- rated lines. MEMO To cancel the perforated line setting, use to select the shape for which you want to cancel perforated cutting, and then click .
  • Page 230 Separating the Cut Area Later 2. Set Perforated Cutting Conditions Procedure Click [File]>[Cutting Setup]. The [Cutting Setup] window is displayed. At [Name], under[Printer], select [Roland DG GS2-24]. The model name is set. Click [Change] under [Media Size]. Optimizing Work Efficiency...
  • Page 231 Separating the Cut Area Later Click [Get from Machine]. Acquire the cuttable area from the connected machine, and update [Width] and [Length] under [Cutting Area]. MEMO If [The machine is not responding.] is displayed, check the settings on this machine and the computer. P.
  • Page 232 Separating the Cut Area Later The setting is saved, and the [Cutting Setup] window will appear. Set the cutting conditions. Normally, the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box is selected. To change the cutting condition, unselect the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box, and enter values.
  • Page 233 Separating the Cut Area Later Set[Perforation length], [Perforation Force], [Half-cut length], and [Half-cut Force] under [Perforated Cutting]. • : Perforation length Length of the part cut out from the material • : Half-cut Length Length of the part not cut out from the material with suppressed blade force Adjust the perforation force or the half-cut force according to the type of material.
  • Page 234 Separating the Cut Area Later ・ P. 252Setting Perforated Cutting Conditions on the Machine Optimizing Work Efficiency...
  • Page 235 Separating the Cut Area Later 3. Cut Perforated Lines Procedure Check that the material has been loaded. Click The [Cut ]window is displayed. Select the type of cutting lines you want to output. [All] Outputs cutting lines and perforated cutting lines [Cutlines only] Outputs cutting lines only [Perforated Cut Lines only]...

  • Page 236: Creating Perforated Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator

    Procedure Create a new document and draw a new shape or open an existing file. In this example, you will create the design shown in the figure below. Click [Window]>[Extensions]>[Roland CutStudio]. The [Roland CutStudio] palette appears. Optimizing Work Efficiency...
  • Page 237 Separating the Cut Area Later Select an object that you want to apply perforated cutting to. Click Optimizing Work Efficiency...
  • Page 238 Separating the Cut Area Later Select [Output Perforated Cut Lines Only]. On the palette, click [Update]. Check that the cutting line that you wish to output is shown on the preview screen. Click CutStudio starts, and the cut data is sent to CutStudio. The output cut data is always aligned at the origin of CutStudio regardless of the position in Adobe Illustrator (except crop mark data).
  • Page 239 Separating the Cut Area Later 2. Set Perforated Cutting Conditions Procedure Click [File]>[Cutting Setup]. The [Cutting Setup] window is displayed. At [Name], under[Printer], select [Roland DG GS2-24]. The model name is set. Click [Change] under [Media Size]. Optimizing Work Efficiency...
  • Page 240 Separating the Cut Area Later Click [Get from Machine]. Acquire the cuttable area from the connected machine, and update [Width] and [Length] under [Cutting Area]. MEMO If [The machine is not responding.] is displayed, check the settings on this machine and the computer. P.
  • Page 241 Separating the Cut Area Later The setting is saved, and the [Cutting Setup] window will appear. Set the cutting conditions. Normally, the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box is selected. To change the cutting condition, unselect the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box, and enter values.
  • Page 242 Separating the Cut Area Later Set[Perforation length], [Perforation Force], [Half-cut length], and [Half-cut Force] under [Perforated Cutting]. • : Perforation length Length of the part cut out from the material • : Half-cut Length Length of the part not cut out from the material with suppressed blade force Adjust the perforation force or the half-cut force according to the type of material.
  • Page 243 Separating the Cut Area Later ・ P. 252Setting Perforated Cutting Conditions on the Machine Optimizing Work Efficiency...
  • Page 244 Separating the Cut Area Later 3. Cut Perforated Lines Procedure Check that the material has been loaded. Click The [Cut ]window is displayed. Select the type of cutting lines you want to output. [All] Outputs cutting lines and perforated cutting lines [Cutlines only] Outputs cutting lines only [Perforated Cut Lines only]...

  • Page 245: Creating Perforated Cut Data Using Coreldraw

    Procedure Create a new document and draw a new shape or open an existing file. In this example, you will create the design shown in the figure below. On the toolbar, click The [Roland CutStudio] palette appears. Optimizing Work Efficiency...
  • Page 246 Separating the Cut Area Later Select an object that you want to apply perforated cutting to. Click Select [Output Perforated Cut Lines Only]. Click [Update]. Check that the cutting line that you wish to output is shown on the preview screen. Click CutStudio starts, and the cut data is sent to CutStudio.
  • Page 247 Separating the Cut Area Later 2. Set Perforated Cutting Conditions Procedure Click [File]>[Cutting Setup]. The [Cutting Setup] window is displayed. At [Name], under[Printer], select [Roland DG GS2-24]. The model name is set. Click [Change] under [Media Size]. Optimizing Work Efficiency...
  • Page 248 Separating the Cut Area Later Click [Get from Machine]. Acquire the cuttable area from the connected machine, and update [Width] and [Length] under [Cutting Area]. MEMO If [The machine is not responding.] is displayed, check the settings on this machine and the computer. P.
  • Page 249 Separating the Cut Area Later The setting is saved, and the [Cutting Setup] window will appear. Set the cutting conditions. Normally, the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box is selected. To change the cutting condition, unselect the [Use cutting conditions of machine] check box, and enter values.
  • Page 250 Separating the Cut Area Later Set[Perforation length], [Perforation Force], [Half-cut length], and [Half-cut Force] under [Perforated Cutting]. • : Perforation length Length of the part cut out from the material • : Half-cut Length Length of the part not cut out from the material with suppressed blade force Adjust the perforation force or the half-cut force according to the type of material.
  • Page 251 Separating the Cut Area Later ・ P. 252Setting Perforated Cutting Conditions on the Machine Optimizing Work Efficiency...
  • Page 252 Separating the Cut Area Later 3. Cut Perforated Lines Procedure Check that the material has been loaded. Click The [Cut ]window is displayed. Select the type of cutting lines you want to output. [All] Outputs cutting lines and perforated cutting lines [Cutlines only] Outputs cutting lines only [Perforated Cut Lines only]...

  • Page 253: Setting Perforated Cutting Conditions On The Machine

    Separating the Cut Area Later Setting Perforated Cutting Conditions on the Machine Set up perforated cutting conditions on the operation panel of the machine. In this example, "HALF LEN.", "HALF FORCE", and"CUT LEN." will be set. • : "CUT LEN." Length of the part cut out from the material •...
  • Page 254 Separating the Cut Area Later Press [▲][▼] to display the following screen. PERFORATE OFF Press [▶]. Press [▲] or [▼] to select "ON". Press [ENTER] to select the setting. Press [▶] twice to display the screen shown below. Set the half-cut length. HALF LEN.

  • Page 255: Dividing Cut Data And Outputting It On Multiple Pieces Of Material

    Dividing Cut Data and Outputting it on Multiple Pieces of Material Overview of Tiled Output When data is larger than the cuttable range, the data is divided into multiple pieces of material to be out- put. IMPORTANT Tiled output is unavailable for Print & Cut data. Inner Margin Function To avoid gaps when connecting different pieces of material, the border of each tiled output piece can have extra cut area.

  • Page 256: Step 1: Decide How Many Pieces To Divide (Tile) Into

    Dividing Cut Data and Outputting it on Multiple Pieces of Material Step 1: Decide How Many Pieces to Divide (Tile) into When outputting divided (tiled) cut data, it is helpful to imagine the completed size beforehand. This section explains the case of cutting large data as shown below. 550 mm (21.65 in.) 1,000 mm (39.4 in.) 1,000 mm (39.4 in.)

  • Page 257: Step 2: Set The Tiled Output Conditions

    Dividing Cut Data and Outputting it on Multiple Pieces of Material Step 2: Set the Tiled Output Conditions Set enable or disable tiled output and inner margins. Load material to the machine beforehand, and finish preparing the cut output. P. 26Setting Up Material P.
  • Page 258 Dividing Cut Data and Outputting it on Multiple Pieces of Material Click [Get from Machine]. The cuttable range is acquired from the connected machine, and values are automatically entered. After the values are entered automatically, click [OK]. The segment size is updated. Optimizing Work Efficiency...
  • Page 259 Dividing Cut Data and Outputting it on Multiple Pieces of Material Select the [Tiled Output] check box, and then enter the number of tiles. Set the inner margins. If [Inner Margin] is entered, [Overall Size] is automatically updated. Make sure that [Overall Size] is larger than the output size.
  • Page 260 Dividing Cut Data and Outputting it on Multiple Pieces of Material The document is displayed. The edges of the segments are displayed even if an inner margin has not been set. RELATED LINKS ・ P. 254Overview of Tiled Output ・ P.

  • Page 261: Step 3: Creating Cutting Data

    Dividing Cut Data and Outputting it on Multiple Pieces of Material Step 3: Creating Cutting Data Create cut data, and check the output order and cutting conditions in the preview. Procedure Enter text and/or shapes as desired. In this example, you will enter the data shown in the figure below. Click [File]>[Cutting Preview].
  • Page 262 Dividing Cut Data and Outputting it on Multiple Pieces of Material By clicking [Next Page], previews are displayed in the order of cutting. Optimizing Work Efficiency...
  • Page 263 Dividing Cut Data and Outputting it on Multiple Pieces of Material Cutting order Check the cut data, and close the preview. Optimizing Work Efficiency...

  • Page 264: Step 4: Cutting

    Dividing Cut Data and Outputting it on Multiple Pieces of Material Step 4: Cutting Start tiling cut. Procedure Check that the material has been loaded. Click The [DivCut Page] window is displayed. Click [OK]. The [Cut] window is displayed. Click [OK]. Optimizing Work Efficiency...
  • Page 265 Dividing Cut Data and Outputting it on Multiple Pieces of Material Cutting starts. After cutting is completed, a message screen is displayed. MEMO When using flat material, load a new flat material. Click [OK]. Optimizing Work Efficiency...
  • Page 266 Dividing Cut Data and Outputting it on Multiple Pieces of Material Repeat steps 4 and 5. Output the set number of tiles. Combine the output material. Align the margins to complete the procedure. Optimizing Work Efficiency...

  • Page 267: Optimizing Operation Management

    Optimizing Operation Man- agement Managing the Basic Settings of the Machine............267 Changing the Display Language .............. 267 Changing the Unit of Length to Be Displayed ..........267 Adjusting the Brightness of the Display............. 269 Restoring Default Settings ..............270 Optimizing Operation Management...

  • Page 268: Managing The Basic Settings Of The Machine

    Managing the Basic Settings of the Machine Changing the Display Language Procedure When the machine power is on, press the power button for 1 second or longer to turn off the power. Hold down [MENU] and press the power button. The screen shown below appears.
  • Page 269 Managing the Basic Settings of the Machine Press [ENTER] to select the setting. Press [MENU] to return to the original screen. Optimizing Operation Management...

  • Page 270: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Display

    Managing the Basic Settings of the Machine Adjusting the Brightness of the Display Procedure Press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. CONDITION MEMO When the material is loaded, press [MENU] several times to display the following screen. UNSETUP Press [▼] several times to display the following screen.

  • Page 271: Restoring Default Settings

    Managing the Basic Settings of the Machine Restoring Default Settings This procedure returns all settings to their factory default values. MEMO This operation restores all settings to their default settings, deleting all changes made to that point. Keep a record of any necessary information such as cutting conditions.

  • Page 272: Maintenance

    Maintenance...

  • Page 273: Cleaning And Consumable Parts

    Cleaning and Consumable Parts Cleaning....................273 Cleaning the Machine................273 Cleaning the Blade Holder Cap............... 275 Consumable Parts..................276 Blade ..................... 276 Blade holder ..................278 Blade Protector ................. 278 Cleaning and Consumable Parts...

  • Page 274: Cleaning

    Cleaning Cleaning is important in order to ensure clean cutting. Clean the machine periodically. WARNING Be sure to perform operations as specified by the instructions, and never touch any area not specified in the instructions. Sudden movement of the machine may cause injury or burns. WARNING Never use a solvent such as gasoline, alcohol, or thinner to perform cleaning.
  • Page 275 Cleaning Display Wipe it with a dry cloth. Grit roller After raising all of the pinch rollers, turn the grit roller while using a brush. Use to remove dust from the surface. Do not use a metal brush. Cleaning and Consumable Parts...

  • Page 276: Cleaning The Blade Holder Cap

    Cleaning Cleaning the Blade Holder Cap When a blade holder has been used for a long time, the bearing that supports the blade deteriorates, mak- ing it more difficult for the blade to turn. If you continue to use the blade holder like this, the machine will not cut cleanly because the tip of the blade will not turn smoothly.

  • Page 277: Consumable Parts

    Consumable Parts To purchase consumable items, visit the DGSHAPE Corporation website or contact your authorized DGSHAPE Corporation dealer. RELATED LINKS ・ https://www.rolanddg.com/ Blade Blade In the cases below, the blade has reached the end of its service life. Replace it with a new item. •...
  • Page 278 Consumable Parts Replacing the blade. Press the pin to push out the old blade. Insert a new blade. Install the blade holder into the cutting carriage. Ensure that the screw is tightened. RELATED LINKS ・ P. 168Removing the Material ・ P.

  • Page 279: Blade Holder

    Consumable Parts Blade holder Blade Holder If cutting is performed with the blade tip adjusted, the cap of the blade holder and the material rub against each other, gradually wearing the tip of the cap. Severe wear prevents correct adjustment of the blade tip, hindering clean cutting.

  • Page 280: Troubleshooting Methods

    Troubleshooting Methods...

  • Page 281: Cutting Problems

    Cutting Problems Printing and Cutting Are Misaligned ............... 281 Is a thick material being used? ............... 281 Is the machine set to feed forward some amount of material before cutting?..281 Uncut Areas Remain or Cut Edges Are Not Clean ..........282 Are the blade and blade holder securely installed?........

  • Page 282: Printing And Cutting Are Misaligned

    Printing and Cutting Are Misaligned RELATED LINKS ・ P. 215Adjusting the Cutting Position ・ P. 217Adjusting the Printing Position Is a thick material being used? When using thick material, set "QUALITY" to "HEAVY". RELATED LINKS ・ P. 200Setting the Cutting Speed Is the machine set to feed forward some amount of material before cutting? When using roll material or flat material longer than 1.6 m (63.00 in.), if cutting is performed without the material length required for the cutting data being fed forward, the material may slip or operation may...

  • Page 283: Uncut Areas Remain Or Cut Edges Are Not Clean

    Uncut Areas Remain or Cut Edges Are Not Clean Are the blade and blade holder securely installed? Make sure the screws are tightened securely so that they do not come loose during cutting. RELATED LINKS ・ P. 276Replacing the Blade Is the tip of the blade broken? If it is, replace the blade with a new one.

  • Page 284: Is The Blade Tip Offset Appropriate

    Uncut Areas Remain or Cut Edges Are Not Clean Is the blade tip offset appropriate? If the offset setting is not correct for the blade tip, corners may be rounded or have horns. Set an appropriate value for the blade tip offset. RELATED LINKS ・...

  • Page 285: The Machine Cuts The Carrier Paper

    The Machine Cuts the Carrier Paper Are the blade tip adjustment and blade force appropriate for the material be- ing cut? Perform a cutting test and adjust the blade tip and blade force appropriately. RELATED LINKS ・ P. 196General Guide Regarding Cutting Conditions ・...

  • Page 286: The Machine Cuts The Same Area Twice

    The Machine Cuts the Same Area Twice Is [Overlap Cutting] set to [0] in CutStudio? If [Overlap Cutting] is set to any number other than [0] on the [Cut] screen, the number is added to the number of cuts. Set [Overlap Cutting] to [0], or set [OVERLAP] to [OFF] at the machine. RELATED LINKS ・...

  • Page 287: Crop Marks Are Not Detected

    Crop Marks Are Not Detected When the machine cannot read crop marks, it displays the following error message and pauses operation. • "SET TO <TOOL MODE>" • "LENGTH NG" • "WIDTH NG" • "ANGLE TOO BIG" If this happens, press any key on the operation panel. Remove the material, check the following items, and then reload the material.

  • Page 288: Are The Size And Shape Of Crop Marks Correct

    Crop Marks Are Not Detected Are the size and shape of crop marks correct? The machine can only detect crop marks in the prescribed shape. Make the crop marks as perfect circles of 10 mm (0.39 in.) in diameter. RELATED LINKS ・...

  • Page 289: Do The Distances Between Crop Marks Specified By The Software Match Those Specified On The Machine? (Manual Mode)

    Crop Marks Are Not Detected Do the distances between crop marks specified by the software match those specified on the machine? (Manual mode) On the machine, correctly set the distance specified by the software. RELATED LINKS ・ P. 186Setting the Alignment Method (Manual Mode) Is the printing expanded or reduced? If the size is expanded or reduced during printing, the crop marks cannot be read during cutting.

  • Page 290: The Material Slips Away From The Pinch Rollers During Cutting

    The Material Slips Away from the Pinch Rollers during Cutting Is the loading lever lowered? If it is, the material is not secured in place. Check that the pinch rollers are within the edges of the mate- rial, and raise the loading lever. Is the material loaded in parallel with the guide lines? Use material with left and right edges that are parallel, and align the left edge of the material so that it lies parallel to the guide lines.

  • Page 291: Machine Problems

    Machine Problems The Machine Doesn't Run ................291 Are the cables connected correctly? ............291 Is the power switched off? ..............291 Has the Material Been Set Up? ............... 291 Are the software application settings incorrect?.......... 291 The Power Cannot Be Switched Off..............292 Have you held down the power button for 1 second or longer? ......

  • Page 292: The Machine Doesn't Run

    The Machine Doesn't Run Are the cables connected correctly? Check that the power cord, USB cable, and Ethernet cable are connected correctly. When a USB cable and an Ethernet cable are connected at the same time, the machine sometimes does not operate.

  • Page 293: The Power Cannot Be Switched Off

    The Power Cannot Be Switched Off Have you held down the power button for 1 second or longer? Press the power button for 1 second or longer to turn off the power. If the power still does not turn off, disconnect the AC adapter from the machine.

  • Page 294: Unable To Set Up Cut Material With "Piece

    Unable to Set Up Cut Material with "PIECE" Is the fed material 1.6 m (63.00 in.) or longer? If flat material of 1.6 m (63.00 in.) or longer is set up using "PIECE", the machine recognizes it as a roll. RELATED LINKS ・...

  • Page 295: Connecting More Than One Machine To One Computer (Windows)

    It is possible to select a value from "B" to "E". In this example, "B" is selected. Press [ENTER]. Turn the power off and then on again. The screen shown below appears. Check that the letter you set in step 3 is displayed. Roland GS2-24 Main:V*** Machine Problems...
  • Page 296 [Roland DG GS2-24 (1)] (or [Roland DG GS2-24 (1 Copy)]) is created. Right-click [Roland DG GS2-24 (1)] (or [Roland DG GS2-24 (1 Copy)], and select[Printer Properties]. Change [Roland DG GS2-24 (1)] (or [Roland DG GS2-24 (1 Copy)]) to [Roland DG GS2-24 (B)]. Click [OK].
  • Page 297 Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Windows) Step 3: Check That the 2nd GS2-24 Has Been Installed Procedure Start CutStudio. Starting CutStudio Click [File]>[Cutting Setup]. Click the [Printer Name]. If [Roland DG GS2-24 (B)] is indicated, the 2nd machine is correctly connected. Machine Problems...

  • Page 298: Connecting Via Ethernet

    Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Windows) Connecting via Ethernet You can connect up to five GS2-24 units to a single computer. When connecting multiple machines to one computer using Ethernet, install a driver as you add each machine. Perform Steps 1 to 3 to set up a connection.
  • Page 299 [Roland DG GS2-24 (1)] (or [Roland DG GS2-24 (1 Copy)]) is created. Right-click [Roland DG GS2-24 (1)] (or [Roland DG GS2-24 (1 Copy)], and select[Printer Properties]. Change [Roland DG GS2-24 (1)] (or [Roland DG GS2-24 (1 Copy)]) to [Roland DG GS2-24 (B)]. Click [OK].
  • Page 300 Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Windows) Step 3: Check That the 2nd GS2-24 Has Been Installed Procedure Start CutStudio. Starting CutStudio Click [File]>[Cutting Setup]. Click the [Printer Name]. If [Roland DG GS2-24 (B)] is indicated, the 2nd machine is correctly connected. Machine Problems...

  • Page 301: Connecting More Than One Machine To One Computer (Mac)

    Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Mac) MEMO It is not possible to connect multiple machines to one computer via USB. To connect multiple machines, change from USB to Ethernet for the connection between the computer and each ma- chine.
  • Page 302 Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Mac) Step 2: Setting the IP Address of the Machine to Connect Procedure Determine the IP address of the machine. Check the IP address of the computer to determine the IP address of the machine. When the IP address of the computer is 192.168.0.xxx •...
  • Page 303 Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Mac) DHCP ON Press [ENTER]. Press [▼] once to display the screen shown below. NETWORK IP ADDRESS Press [▶] twice. a. Press [▲] or [▼] to enter the IP address of the machine that you determined in step 1. Press [◀] or [▶] to move the cursor.
  • Page 304 Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Mac) Step 3: Configuring Adobe Illustrator Plug-in Output Settings Procedure Start Adobe Illustrator. Click [Window]>[Extensions]>[Roland CutStudio]. The [Roland CutStudio] palette appears. Select [GS2-24] from the [Model] list. Click , and then select [Connection]. Machine Problems...
  • Page 305 Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Mac) Select [IP], and then enter the IP address you determined in step 1 of [Step 2: Setting the IP Address of the Machine to Connect]. Example: If the IP address of the machine is [192.168.000.061], enter [192.168.0.61]. Click [Verify].

  • Page 306: Connecting Via Ethernet (Automatically Set Ip Address)

    Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Mac) Connecting via Ethernet (Automatically Set IP Address) With a Macintosh Computer, use an Adobe Illustrator plug-in to output to the machine. When connecting multiple machines to one computer, establish Ethernet connections between the computer and each ma- chine.
  • Page 307 Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Mac) Step 2: Checking the Settings of the Machine to Connect Procedure If the machine is off, press the power button to start the machine. Press [MENU] twice to display the screen shown below. CONDITION Press [▼] once to display the screen shown below.
  • Page 308 Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Mac) Make a note of the displayed IP address. Press [MENU] to return to the original screen. Repeat steps 1 to 10 to check the settings of the second machine. Machine Problems...
  • Page 309 Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Mac) Step 3: Configuring Adobe Illustrator Plug-in Output Settings Procedure Start Adobe Illustrator. Click [Window]>[Extensions]>[Roland CutStudio]. The [Roland CutStudio] palette appears. Select [GS2-24] from the [Model] list. Click , and then select [Connection]. Machine Problems...
  • Page 310 Connecting More Than One Machine to One Computer (Mac) Select [IP], and then enter the IP address that you made a note of in step 9 of [Step 2: Checking the Set- tings of the Machine to Connect]. Example: If the IP address of the machine is [192.168.000.061], enter [192.168.0.61]. Click [Verify].

  • Page 311: Software Problems

    Software Problems Driver Installation Is Impossible ..............311 Re-install the Driver (Windows 10) ............311 Re-install the Driver (Windows 11) ............312 Uninstalling the Driver................313 Uninstalling the Driver (Windows 10) ............0 Uninstalling the Driver (Windows 11) ............314 The Driver is Displayed as [Unspecified] After Installation........

  • Page 312: Driver Installation Is Impossible

    Driver Installation Is Impossible If you have canceled installation or if connecting the USB cable does not start the wizard, follow the pro- cedure shown below to install the driver. Re-install the Driver (Windows 10) Procedure Connect the machine to the computer with the USB cable and turn on the machine. If the [Found New Hardware] message appears, click [Close] to close it.

  • Page 313: Re-Install The Driver (Windows 11)

    Driver Installation Is Impossible Re-install the Driver (Windows 11) Procedure Connect the machine to the computer with the USB cable and turn on the machine. If the [Found New Hardware] message appears, click [Close] to close it. Disconnect the USB cable from every printer except the machine. Right-click the [Start] button, and then click [Device Manager].

  • Page 314: Uninstalling The Driver

    Uninstalling the Driver To uninstall the driver, follow the procedure below. Software Problems...

  • Page 315: Uninstalling The Driver (Windows 10)

    Uninstalling the Driver Uninstalling the Driver (Windows 11) Procedure Switch off the machine, and then disconnect the connector cable between the computer and the ma- chine. Log on to Windows as the computer's administrator. Click [Start]>[All Apps]>[Windows Tool]. Double-click [Control Panel]. Click [Uninstall a program].

  • Page 316: The Driver Is Displayed As [Unspecified] After Installation

    The Driver is Displayed as [Unspecified] After In- stallation If the driver is not installed correctly, the installed driver will be listed as [Unspecified] on the computer. In such cases, perform the following procedure to reinstall the driver. The Driver Cannot Be Installed Correctly (Widows 10) Procedure Log on to Windows as the computer's administrator.

  • Page 317: The Driver Cannot Be Installed Correctly (Widows 11)

    The Driver is Displayed as [Unspecified] After Installation The Driver Cannot Be Installed Correctly (Widows 11) Procedure Log on to Windows as the computer's administrator. Click [Start]>[All Apps]>[Windows Tool]. Double-click [Contorol Panel]. Click [Devices And Printers]. Right-click the driver for the machine being used, which is categorized under [Unspecified], and then click [Properties].

  • Page 318: Data Troubles

    Data Troubles Illustrator Data Cannot Be Imported .............. 318 Is the data saved in AI 8.0 or EPS 8.0 format? ..........318 Sample Data Cannot Be Found ..............319 Is the computer not set to show hidden folders?.......... 319 Data Troubles...

  • Page 319: Illustrator Data Cannot Be Imported

    Illustrator Data Cannot Be Imported Is the data saved in AI 8.0 or EPS 8.0 format? When importing data created in Illustrator into CutStudio, it is only possible to import Al 8.0 or EPS 8.0 files. If using a higher version, save files as a lower version before importing. RELATED LINKS ・...

  • Page 320: Sample Data Cannot Be Found

    Sample Data Cannot Be Found Is the computer not set to show hidden folders? Location of Sample Data Folder [Sample.bmp] file found in the CutStudio installation folder (normally located in the [Program Files (x86)]>[CutStudio] on the C drive) Sample data may not be displayed in some cases depending on the computer settings. When this occurs, perform the following setting, and recheck the data storage location.

  • Page 321: Messages On The Operation Panel

    Messages on the Operation Panel Error Messages ..................321 "WRONG COMMAND"................321 "WRONG NO.S" .................. 321 "OUT OF RANGE"................321 "ORIGIN ERROR"................. 321 "CROPMARK ERROR" ................321 "CROPMARK ERROR""ANGLE TOO BIG" ............321 "CROPMARK ERROR""LENGTH NG" ............323 "CROPMARK ERROR""WIDTH NG".............. 323 "OUT OF CUT RANGE"...

  • Page 322: Error Messages

    If the same error occurs even after you have reviewed the shape and color of the crop marks, and the col- or and glossiness of the material, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer. "CROPMARK ERROR""ANGLE TOO BIG"...
  • Page 323 Error Messages : Crop mark 2 : Crop mark 3 Press any key to clear the error message. Reload the material. Messages on the Operation Panel...

  • Page 324: Cropmark Error""Length Ng

    Error Messages "CROPMARK ERROR""LENGTH NG" Crop mark 3 is deviated by 20 mm (0.79 in.) or more in the material feed direction. : Crop marks 3 Press any key to clear the error message. Reload the material or change the position of crop mark 3. "CROPMARK ERROR""WIDTH NG"...

  • Page 325: Set To

    Error Messages "SET TO <SENSOR MODE>" Crop mark data was sent when the machine was in Manual Mode. Press any key to clear the error message. Change the machine's settings to Sensor Mode, and then resend the data. RELATED LINKS ・...

  • Page 326: Motor Error

    When doing so, set a value around 20 cm (7.87 in.) longer than the cut length in "AREA" in the display menu. Cutting Thick Material Set the quality setting to "HEAVY". "EEPROM ERROR"/"SOLENOID ERROR" Switch off the power and contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer. Messages on the Operation Panel...

  • Page 327: Appendix

    Appendix...

  • Page 328: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications Cutting area ................... 328 Margins and the Distance between Crop Marks ..........329 Printing Area with Crop Marks (When Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio) ... 329 Printing Area with Crop Marks (When Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustra- tor/CorelDRAW) ................

  • Page 329: Cutting Area

    Cutting area The material's lateral cutting area (direction in which the cutting carriage moves) is determined by the po- sitions of the pinch rollers. The cutting area spans between the two pinch rollers, minus approximately 1 mm (0.04 in.) on each side. Pinch roller Cutting area Cutting coordinate origin...

  • Page 330: Margins And The Distance Between Crop Marks

    Margins and the Distance between Crop Marks Set the margins and the distance between crop marks. Take into account the margin necessary for cutting the material and set the crop mark position. Printing Area with Crop Marks (When Creating Cut Data Using CutStudio) MEMO Ensure that the area where the crop marks are positioned is free of any illustrations or dirt other than the crop marks.
  • Page 331 Margins and the Distance between Crop Marks RELATED LINKS ・ P. 63Set the Printing Conditions Main Specifications...

  • Page 332: Printing Area With Crop Marks (When Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustrator/Coreldraw)

    Margins and the Distance between Crop Marks Printing Area with Crop Marks (When Creating Cut Data Using Adobe Illustra- tor/CorelDRAW) MEMO Ensure that the area where the crop marks are positioned is free of any illustrations or dirt other than the crop marks. Length (L) between crop marks Width (W) between crop marks Cuttable range...
  • Page 333 Margins and the Distance between Crop Marks RELATED LINKS ・ P. 96Set the Printing Conditions ・ P. 148Set the Printing Conditions Main Specifications...

  • Page 334: Specifications

    Power cord, AC adapter, blade, blade holder, roller base, USB cable, align- ment tool, manuals According to material and cutting conditions as specified by Roland DG Corporation (using separately available stand PNS-24). • Excluding expansion/contraction of the media • Provided that the media feed length is 1,600 mm (62.99 in.) or less According to measurement standards as specified by Roland DG Corporation.

  • Page 335: Memo

    Memo Company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Main Specifications...

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