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1. c HO Windows Vista 7 8 The driver will be installed automatically Windows XP Founder Sien Mea OI the screen is displayed select No not this time Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard and cl ick Next ei Windows will search for current and updated software by looking on your computer on the hardware installation CD or on the Windows Update Web site with your permission Read our privacy policy Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software O Yes this time only No not this time Click Next to continue Ba Cancel connect a device select Install the software automatically and click Next Click Finish Found New Hardware Wizard Found New Hardware Wizard Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for The wizard has finished installing the software for Roland iM 01 Roland MI L D If your hardware came with an installation CD QE or floppy disk insert it now Click Finish to close the wizard Hardware Installation Please select the best match for your hardware from the list below Y The software you are installing for this hardware TA Roland tel Printers i has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows xP Tell me why this testing is important Description Version Manufacturer L
2. Removing the Packing Materials Tape and packing materials are attached to the machine to protect it from shocks during transportation When installation is complete remove these materials gt Remove all packing materials Any that remain may cause faulty operation or breakdown when the power is switched on Packing materials Chapter 1 Setup Preparation 15 1 3 Installing 16 Connecting the Cables WARNING WARNING Z WARNING WARNING Connect to an electrical outlet that complies with this machine s ratings for voltage frequency and current Incorrect voltage or insufficient current may cause fire or electrical shock Handle the power cord plug and electrical outlet correctly and with care Never use any article that is damaged Using a damaged article may result in fire or electrical shock When using an extension cord or power strip use one that adequately satisfies the machine s ratings for voltage frequency and current Use of multiple electrical loads on a single electrical outlet or of a lengthy extension cord may cause fire Use only brand name AC adapters and power cords compatible with this machine The use of an incompatible product could lead to an accident DO NOT connect a USB cable at this point Power cord AC adapter AC adapter Jack Electrical USB cable J Power
3. A3 length A4 width A3 length A4 width A4 length oe Length 1100 mm Length 1100 mm as ee 43 1 4 in or less 43 1 4 in or less Material Vinyl chloride material material section thickness is 0 1 mm or less thickness including Types the backing paper is 0 3 mm 0 012 in or less yP Label paper Thickness including backing paper is 0 3 mm 0 012 in or less The machine may not cut certain materials gt Do not use material that is in a condition indicated below It may come loose or jam during cutting The material is curled The material edge is The left and right The material is longer upward not straight edges of the material than 1100 mm 43 1 4 in aren t parallel Using Roll Material If you re using a roll of material make sure to add a margin greater than 40 mm 1 5 8 in to the cutting area prior to cutting the material from the roll Material with a maximum length of 1100 mm 43 1 4 in can be loaded into the machine However the cutting area is only 1000 mm 39 5 16 in Up to 1100 mm 43 1 4 in gt Cut the material at a right angle If the front edge of the material is uneven it may feed improperly during cutting and could skew diagonally and come loose 26 Chapter 3 Performing Cutting 3 2 Cutting Let s look at the basic cutting method while creating the sticker indicated to the right Follow the operations in the order indicated below S F Step 1 Load Mate
4. L E EI Zi New Open Save Import T Cutting Drag the mouse to select the remaining Pie Edit View a contour lines Seene E To select all contour lines on the CutStudio screen click Edit Select All Hold down the Shift key and click contour lines to select only those desired Click Object Integrate Polylines me ER Vi Eeer a oe The separated contour line is made whole P S Convert to Polyline Integrate Polylines r Break Polyline Anchor Point gt Shaping gt a Group gt A Close CH Offset oO Image Outline CH Align gt xe Move to Origin Mirrar Chapter 4 Mastering the STIKA 4 4 Applying Large Materials As the size of the material to be applied increases it will become increasingly difficult to keep the entire material from slipping during application and to prevent air bubbles from becoming trapped between the material and application surface Spray the application surface with detergent containing water to allow you to move and place the material in the desired location and to decrease the likelihood of bubbles becoming trapped between the application surface and material Procedure GD Prepare the cut material and tape the material from the top with application tape Remove any dust and grease from the ap plication surface Use acommercially available spray bottle to liberally spray the application surface with water containing 2 t
5. 1 Use a USB cable to connect the machine and the PC appears click Run menu exe The User and then turn the machine on Account Control appears click Allow and 2 If the Found New Hardware wizard appears click install the software The setup menu appears Cancel to close it automatically Disconnect any USB cables for printers other than this machine Click Custom Install 3 Click Desk top 4 Move the mouse to the lower right corner to display Charm and click Set 5 Click PC Information 6 Click Device Manager When the User Account Control screen appears click Continue The Device Manager screen appears 7 Click Show hidden devices on the View menu install 8 Double click Printers or Other devices in the list Click the model name or Unknown device whichever Reger llth appears below the item you selected 9 Click Delete on the Action menu 10 In the Confirm Device Uninstall dialog box click 4 Click Install of the program you want EE close the Device Manaderl to install 11 Disconnect the USB cable that is connected to the printer and then restart Windows 12 Uninstalling the driver Follow p 60 Uninstalling CutStudio Install Readme i Windows Driver ene a driver Windows 8 to uninstall the driver nsta eadme gek 13 Follow p 57 Installing the driver separately to install AVANOA basa cai inate the driver again Adobe Illustrator pl
6. 381 mm 14 178 to 15 in or 280 to 305 mm 11 to 12 in Change the pinch roller location and driver settings to change the width Oo Raise the sheet adjustment lever on the right side e N IN ye S LA cE Sheet adjustment lever right A Remove the pinch roller stopper Do not use excessive force to widen the opening when removing the pinch roller stopper If the opening is widened the stopper may become loose and fall out when it is next attached to the unit Pinch roller stopper ZA Move the right side pinch roller to match the width of the material being loaded and attach the pinch roller stopper A aich oke BE we For 280 to 305 mm 11 to 12 in For 360 to 381 mm 14 1 8 to 15 in 28 Chapter 3 Performing Cutting 3 2 Cutting Lower the sheet adjustment lever on the right side Sheet adjustment lever right 5 Load material p 27 Step 1 Load Material For 280 to 305 mm 11 to 12 in For 360 to 381 mm 14 1 8 to 15 in el Change the driver cutting area to match the size of the loaded material Procedures 1 and 2 on page 30 Step 2 Create Cutting Data Chapter 3 Performing Cutting 29 3 2 Cutting 30 Step 2 Create Cutting Data Use the cutting software CutStudio to create cutting data Refer to Roland CutStudio Online Help for a detailed explanation of CutStudio operations and features gt Log on to Windows as Administrator right start CutStudio Win
7. 7 16 to 1 9 16 in sec 7 16 to 1 9 16 in sec Useable material Vinyl chloride material material section thickness alone is 0 1 mm or less type thickness including backing paper is 0 3 mm 0 012 in or less Label paper Thickness including backing paper is 0 3 mm 0 012 in or less Interface USB 1 1 Power supply Dedicated AC adapter Input AC 100 to 240 V 10 50 60 Hz Output DC 19 V 2 1 A Power consump Approx 20 W including AC adapter tion Dimensions 522 W x 205 D 440 W x 205 D 340 W x 205 D x 115 mm H x 115 mm H x 115 mm H 20 5 8 W x 8 1 8 D 17 3 8 W x 8 1 8 D 13 3 8 W x 8 1 8 D x 4 1 2 in H x 4 1 2 in H x 4 1 2 in H Weight 3 3 Kg 7 3 Ib 2 7 Kg 6 Ib 2 2 Kg 4 9 Ib Acoustic noise 60 dB A or less according to ISO7779 level Operating envi Temperature 5 to 40 C 41 to 104 F humidity 35 to 80 no condensation ronment Included items AC adapter power cord USB cable replaceable blade protector blade blade holder pin test use material test use application tape CD ROM user s manual Ka 1 Depending upon the type material that is 500 mm 19 5 8 in or longer may shift during cutting 2 You may also be unable to cut some types of material System Requirements for USB Connection Computer Model preinstalled with the 32 or 64 bit edition of Windows XP Vista 7 8 or up graded computer originally preinstalled with Windows XP or later USB cable Use t
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9. Mastering the STIKA 4 2 Correcting the Angle of the Loaded Material If it is not loaded parallel into the machine the material may come loose during cutting You can use the sheet adjustment lever to correct the angle of the material without removing it from the machine Procedure Raise the sheet adjustment lever Move the material backward and forward and align the left edge of the material with the guide line Guide line Lower the sheet adjustment lever to fix the material in place Chapter 4 Mastering the STIKA 41 4 3 About Creating Cutting Data 42 Creating Various Text Data The method for changing the size and font of input text using Properties is described in this section CutStudio can use Windows TrueType based fonts and OpenType fonts based on TrueType Procedure Click A 7 aja g Click the desired area and then type in Save Import Cutting Print Redo Cut the characters DOA 7400 Ole Click Format Font The Properties screen appears You can also display the Properties screen as indicated below Click Format Properties eClick Properties on the mouse right click short cut menu Font Style Line Alignment Line Spacing VW Character Spacing Properties D ep eg GD OD Change the text size and design When changing the text size enter into
10. Ratings Never use out of doors or in any loca tion where exposure to water or high humidity may occur Never touch with wet hands Doing so may result in fire or electrical shock Never allow any foreign object to get inside Never expose to liquid spills Inserting objects such as coins or matches or allowing beverages to be spilled into the ventilation ports may result in fire or electri cal shock If anything gets inside immedi ately disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer 9S Never place any flammable object nearby Never use a combustible aerosol spray nearby Never use in any location where gases can accumulate Combustion or explosion may be a dan ger 9S Handle the power cord plug and electri cal outlet correctly and with care Never use any article that is damaged Using a damaged article may result in fire or electrical shock When using an extension cord or power strip use one that adequately satisfies the machine s ratings for voltage fre quency and current Use of multiple electrical loads on a single electrical outlet or of a lengthy extension cord may cause fire When the machine will be out of use for a prolonged period disconnect the power cord This can prevent accidents in the event of current leakage or unintended startup Position so that the power plug is within immediate reach at all times This is to enable quick disc
11. Text Height the height at which you want to cut the Boldness text a eat Normal Bold When you change the text height the text width is changed to the same degree Size and Shape Pos ion Fomat Character Spacing _ Align with Curve Jk 100 Gene ABC We Seacng To change the text design click the in the Omen BET CZ jg Bottom field underneath Font and select the desired Align font HI Width Lo Click OK The font design and size are modified belle 100 For more information about the Properties screen refer to Roland CutStudio Online Help H _ Merge overlapping text D Ze Chapter 4 Mastering the STIKA 4 3 About Creating Cutting Data Click 0 File Edit View Format Object Help be b G a Zi 7 3 Draw a rectangle around the characters New Open Save Import Cutting Print Drawing a square around the text will make the material easier to peel off When cutting small text draw a square around each character Click Save The Save As screen appears Organize v New toiaer For Save in choose the folder you want rom Enter the file name then click Save oan The data you created is saved E Recent places A Name Date modified Type Size Pictures H Videos P Computer Local Disk C a Local Disk D Chapter 4 Mastering the STIKA 43 4 3 About Creating Cutting Data 4
12. cable connection and com puter software settings Power does not turn off even when the power button is pressed Unplug the AC adapter from the machine The cut incisions are not clean Is the blade extension amount optimal Check whether the blade extension amount has been adjusted p 39 Adjusting the Blade Extension Amount Is the blade holder fixed in place Firmly attach so that the screw does not loosen during cutting Is the tip of the blade broken Replace with a new blade p51 Replacing the Blade Parts of the material are not continuously cut Is the tip of the blade broken Replace with a new blade p51 Replacing the Blade Is dust or material adhesive attached to the blade tip Remove the blade and clean the tip p 50 Cleaning the Blade Tip 56 Chapter 6 Appendix Is there a build up of material adhesive or dust within the blade holder Take off the tip of the blade holder and remove any pieces of material inside p 50 Cleaning the Blade Holder Are there any scratches on the blade protec tor If the blade protector is damaged correct cutting of ma terial may be impossible even if the machine s settings and the installation of the blade and blade holder are all correct Replace with a new blade protector p 52 Replacing the Blade Protector Is the blade holder damaged or worn Replace with a new blade holder The cut location is shifted forward back Is the blade
13. close the Cutting Setup screen The cutting range has now been set File Edit View Format Object Help S a Zi 7 3 a Ve A a a H L a ew Open Save Import Cutting Print Undo Redo Cut Copy Paste Fit Move Symbol Properties rk ER The white area is the cutting range Text or shapes drawn outside this range are not cut EEE Cursor 0 651 2 292 inch Grid 0 1969 0 1969 inch 80 Chapter 3 Performing Cutting 31 3 2 Cutting 3 Insert text and shapes to create the cutting data In this example we ll enter the word SALE as the text and draw a frame around it to make it easier to peel off later o Click A File Edit View Format Object Help Click anywhere in the white area then type in SALE Click x Displayed around the text are Wand wW symbols Drag the Mand w symbols for the text box to change the size of the text Click then drag to change to the required size Click the upper left corner Click L then drag to the lower 90 IO Draw a rectangle around the SALE text change to the required size 32 Chapter 3 Performing Cutting 3 2 Cutting Click x Use the mouse to select an area containing the text and the rectangle When you select this the line turns blue Move the position to the top of the window near the origin point Origin point O Move the pointer to inside the text Whe
14. extension amount optimal Check whether the blade extension amount has been adjusted p 39 Adjusting the Blade Extension Amount Did the material come up against an obstruc tion while it was being cut Do not place anything in front of or behind the machine This can obstruct the material feed and cause the cut location to shift The cut location is shifted left right If the cut location shifts as indicated below check the following The spacing between characters differs A location different than the data indi cates is cut Is the blade extension amount optimal Check whether the blade extension amount has been adjusted p 39 Adjusting the Blade Extension Amount Does the cutting carriage move abnormally and do you hear a strange noise Remove any dust or material adhesive adhering to cut ting carriage guide shaft and then lubricate p 62 Shaft Lubrication The material shifts during cutting Is the material length 500 mm 19 5 8 in or longer If they are 500 mm 19 5 8 in or longer certain types of material may shift during cutting Either switch to a differ ent kind of material or shorten the material length Is the material length too short If too short certain types of material with little rigidity may shift during cutting Either switch with a different material or use a longer length of the same material 6 1 What to Do If Are the material edges evenly cut If the materi
15. hazard to children and may result in injury blindness choking or other serious accident Never attempt to disassemble repair or modify the machine Doing so may result in fire electrical shock or injury Entrust repairs to a trained service technician For accessories optional and consum able items AC adapter power cord and the like use only genuine articles com patible with this machine Incompatible items may lead to an ac cident A de S de Caution cutting tool This machine has an internal tool To avoid injury handle the tool with care Before attempting cleaning mainte nance or attachment or detachment of optional items disconnect the power cord Attempting such operations while the ma chine is connected to a power source may result in injury or electrical shock Never use the machine for any purpose for which it is not intended or use the machine in an undue manner that ex ceeds its capacity Doing so may result in injury or fire Install in a location that is level and stable Installation in an unsuitable location may cause an accident including a fall or ti pover A To Ensure Safe Use AN Danger of electrical short shock electrocution or fire N WARNING Z N WARNING Connect to an electrical outlet that com plies with this machine s ratings for voltage frequency and current Incorrect voltage or insufficient current may cause fire or electrical shock
16. implement a cutting test several times and the machine still does not properly cut the material the blade tip may be worn or damaged Replace with a new blade Before replacing the blade remove the material CAUTION Do not touch the tip of the blade with your fingers Doing so may result in injury Procedure 1 Unplug the power cord from the machine Loosen the screw remove the blade Blade holder holder Press the pin and remove the old blade Pin y Old blade M 4 Press the new blade in until you hear an fod audible click Blade r Support the screw from below and insert the blade holder Tight contact N Support the screw from below Chapter 5 Maintenance 51 5 2 Replacing Consumables Tighten the screw Tug the blade holder upward to make sure it does not come loose Replacing the Blade Protector Even if the blade protector is slightly damaged cutting operation will not be affected If the blade protector is damaged to the extent that cutting quality is degraded replace it with the included replacement blade protector CAUTION The cutter knife used here is sharp and poses a hazard Carry out operations with caution to avoid injury Procedure GD Unplug the power cord from the machine Vi Peel the blade protector from the main unit Use a commercially available retractable knife to facilitate removal If you are using the SV 15 raise the left right sheet adjustmen
17. license is not granted and you cannot use the Software 1 Definition The Software includes the software program and related files supplied with this Agreement and the related software programs and files distributed through the Internet and other services 2 Ownership All the ownership copyright and other intellectual property rights of the Software trademark and related docu ments shall belong to the Company 3 Terms and conditions 1 You are authorized to use the Software on one computer 2 You are allowed to create a backup copy of the Software The right to keep the Software and the backup copy of the Software continues to belong to the Company but the right to the media on which the backup copy of the Software is recorded does not belong to the Company 4 Forbidden items 1 This copy of the Software or a backup copy of the Software must not be used on multiple computers at the same time on a network the Internet or on other computers through any other means of distribution 2 The Software shall not be reverse engineered decompiled or reverse assembled 3 The rights to the Software cannot be transferred assigned lent loaned or licensed to a third party in any case regardless of whether this Agreement has been terminated or cancelled 5 Termination 1 The Company can cancel this Agreement and require you to discontinue use of the Software if you breach any provision of this Agreement or if you infri
18. rating outlet You make the connection to the computer using the included USB cable Connect the USB cable at the time indicated in the driver installation procedures Driver installa tion may fail and the machine may become unusable if you connect a USB cable before starting installing the driver p 20 One operation Installation of Driver and Software Important Notes on USB Connection lt Never use a USB hub or the like Chapter 1 Setup Preparation Chapter 2 Installing Software This section describes how to install the included soft ware 17 2 1 About the Included Software The included CD ROM contains the following software Software for Windows E STIKA Driver This is a Windows based driver required for sending data from a computer to the machine Be sure to install it E STIKA Navi This is software that lets you operate the machine from Windows It can be used to move the blade and test the material feed It is automatically installed when the STIKA driver is installed M Roland CutStudio Roland CutStudio is software that allows you to create cutting data and easily perform cutting operations WE CutStudio Plug in for Adobe Illustrator This is an Illustrator software plug in that lets you cut from data created in Adobe Illustrator WE CutStudio Plug in for CorelDRAW This is a CorelDRAW software plug in that lets you cut from data created in CorelDRAW Software for Macintosh WE CutStudio
19. 4 Creating Contour Data by Reading a BMP JPG Format File Windows BMP JPG files can be read by CutStudio the contours of the image detected and the resulting image cut It may be difficult to detect the contours of certain types of read images Keep the following conditions in mind when selecting images to be read by CutStudio Data Conditions for Clean Cutting gt Colors must not contain continuous tones and color borders must be clearly defined We recommend black and white Scanned photos generally contain continuous tones and are unsuitable for cutting gt Increasing resolution The optimal resolution differs depending upon image complexity and cutting size High resolution data takes longer for CutStudio to read Procedure Click File then click Import The Import screen appears File Edit View Format New Ctrl N a Open Ctrl O Save Ctrl Object Help Save As l Import Scanner gt Cutting Ctrl P Cutting Preview Cutting Setup Select the desired file Click Open 3 voar The read data is laid out Videos eoopoon Filename Flower bmp KH Sig v Chapter 4 Mastering the STIKA 4 3 About Creating Cutting Data Adjust the size and location File Edit View Format Object Help A Zi 7 3 Save Import Cutting Print Click Object Image Outline The Image Outline screen appears Co
20. E Roland STIKA DESIGN CUTTER SV 15 12 8 USER S MANUAL Thank you very much for purchasing this product gt To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product s performance please be sure to read through this manual completely and store it in a safe location gt Unauthorized copying or transferral in whole or in part of this manual is prohibited gt The contents of this operation manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice gt The operation manual and the product have been prepared and tested as much as possible If you find any misprint or error please inform us gt Roland DG Corp assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur through use of this product regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product gt Roland DG Corp assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur with respect to any article made using this product Roland DG Corporation For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMIS SION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFER ENCE STATEMENT For Canada NOTICE This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations AVIS Cet appareil numerique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouileur du Canada This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
21. ISTAX64 64 bit version D Drivers WINVISTAX86 32 bit version If you re not using the CD ROM go to the Roland DG Corp website http www rolanddg com and download the driver for the machine you want to delete Then specify the folder where you extracted the downloaded file to Windows XP 1 Turn the machine off and disconnect the USB cable that is connecting the PC and the machine 2 Log on to Windows as an administrator 3 Insert the included CD ROM into the CD ROM drive Go to the upper right and click the X to close the setup menu 4 From the Start menu click Run 5 Type in the information shown below then click OK CD ROM drive letter Drivers WIN2KXP SETUP EXE The Setup program starts and the Driver Setup window appears In this illustration drive D is specified as the CD ROM drive Type the name of a program Folder document or Internet resource and Windows will open it for you Open D Drivers WIN2KXP SETUP EXE v F Driver Setup Select the model a name you are using Click Start Chapter 6 Appendix 61 6 2 Shaft Lubrication The material may not cut properly if dust and material adhesive adhere to the cutting carriage guide shaft If the following symptoms are present remove the shaft cover and lubricate the shaft located as indicated in the figure Use a machine oil to lubricate It does not move smoothly You hear an abnormal noise Pr
22. Plug in for Adobe Illustrator This is an Illustrator software plug in that lets you cut from data created in Adobe Illustrator 18 Chapter 2 Installing Software 2 2 If You re Using a Windows System Requirements Operating Systems Windows XP Vista 7 8 32 bit 64 bit edition Processor The minimum required CPU for the operating system Drive CD ROM drive Monitor Windows compatible monitor capable of displaying of 16 bit color High Color or more Memory RAM The minimum amount of required RAM for the operating system 1GB or more recommended 10 MB Free hard disk space re quired for installation Chapter 2 Installing Software 19 2 2 If You re Using a Windows One operation Installation of Driver and Software You can install all software and driver at a time Make sure to connect the machine and the computer following IMPORTANT the procedures To follow wrong procedure may make installa tion impossible One operation Installation of Driver and Software Before installation confirm that the machine and the computer are not connected with the USB cable Log on to Windows as Administrators Insert the Roland Software Package CD ROM into the computer When the automatic playback window appears click Run menu exe The User Account Control appears click Allow and install the software The setup menu appears automatically 4 ER Click Install Rola
23. al edges are cut at an angle trim the excess so that the material is even with the guidelines when loaded Did the material come up against an obstruc tion while it was being cut Do not use material wider than can be handled The left and right edges of the material will touch the inner surfaces of the machine and in addition to shifting the location the material may also be damaged Are you using material that has creases or folds This may prevent the material from properly feeding and may shift the material position Remove the creases or folds and reload the material Installing the driver separately Oo Log on to Windows as Administra tors 2 Insert the Roland Software Package CD ROM into the computer When the automatic playback window appears click Run menu exe The User Account Control appears click Allow and install the software The setup menu appears automatically Uninstall the driver if it has been al ready installed p 60 Uninstalling The Driver Go to Step Al if the driver is not installed or it is uninstalled Z Click Custom Install amp Install Custom Install J VILL y y Veve wen woruuy com Chapter 6 Appendix 57 6 1 What to Do If 5 Click Install of the Windows Driv er CutStudio Install Readme Windows Driver Install Readme Advanced Guide Install Adobe Illustrator plug in Install Readme SSS Ul CorelDRAW plug in Insta
24. ange length Loadable material width SV 12 250 mm 9 13 16 in 280 to 305 mm 11 to 12 in SV 8 160 mm 6 1 4 in Cutting range width Weg 340 mm 13 3 8 in Loadable material width Loadable material width WW ee e mm 360 to 381 mm 14 1 8 to 15 in SV 8 200 to 215 mm 7 13 16 to 8 7 16 in Chapter 6 Appendix 63 6 4 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels Serial number This is required when you seek maintenance servicing or support Never peel off the label or let it get dirty Power rating Use an electrical outlet that meets the requirements for voltage frequency and amperage given here 64 Chapter 6 Appendix 6 5 Specifications SV 15 SV 12 SV 8 Cutting method Media moving method Maximum cutting Width 340 mm 13 3 8 in Width 250 mm 9 13 16 in Width 160 mm 6 1 4 in range Length 1000 mm Length 1000 mm Length 1000 mm 39 5 16 in 39 5 16 in 39 5 16 in Useable material Width 360 to 381 mm Width 280 to 305 mm Width 200 to 215 mm size 14 1 8 to 15 in 11 to 12 in 7 13 16 to 8 7 16 in Length 1100 mm A3 length A4 width A4 length 43 1 4 in or less Length 1100 mm Length 1100 mm 43 1 4 in or less 43 1 4 in or less Width 280 to 305 mm 11 to 12 in A3 length A4 width Length 1100 mm 43 1 4 in or less Maximum cutting 12 to 100 mm sec 12 to 40 mm sec 12 to 40 mm sec speed 7 16 to 3 7 8 in sec
25. aterial are not continuously Cut 56 The cut location is shifted forward Dack csssssssssssssssssessessssssssssessecsscssesssessecsecssssssecseses 56 The cut location is Shifted left right 0 eesssssssssecsesscsecsssecsssessessssscssseesesecsessssecassecsssecseesees 57 The material Shifts during CUTTING ccessssessssessssecsessssecsssecssssssessssecsssessssscsessssecsssecsssscaeeeses 57 Installing the driver Separately cscsssssssccssssscsssecsssesscsssesscsssecsssesscsesssscseseesssecesseseessseeseaees 57 Installing software and electronic Manual separately sesseessseessseessseesssseessssesssseessss 59 If the driver cannot be installed E 59 Bt Week ve 60 0 2 Shat UDA CAUO MW ME 62 6 93 Cutting Range EE 63 6 4 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels 64 6 9 DCCC AU OTS sacii a ad aaia 65 System Requirements for USB Connection 65 CutStudio is a trademark of Roland DG Corp Windows is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Macintosh and Mac OS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Computer Inc in the USA and other countries Adobe and Adobe Illustrator are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorpo rated in the United States and or other countries Corel and CorelDRAW are registered trademarks or trademarks of Corel Corporation or Corel Corporation L
26. ch with wet hands Doing so may result in fire or electrical shock WARN ING Never place any flammable object nearby Never use a combustible aerosol spray nearby Never use in any location where gases can accumulate Combustion or explosion may be a danger WARNING Position so that the power plug is within immediate reach at all times This is to enable quick disconnection of the power plug in the event of an emer gency Install the machine next to an electrical outlet Also provide enough empty space to allow immediate access to the electrical outlet CAUTION Install in a location that is level and stable Installation in an unsuitable location may cause an accident including a fall or tipover Unsuitable Installation Sites gt Locations subject to shaking or vibration gt Locations where the floor is tilted not level or unstable gt Dusty locations gt Locations exposed to considerable electrical or magnetic noise or other forms of electro magnetic energy gt Locations with poor heat radiation Installation Space The material moves forward and backward during cutting Do not place any objects in front of or behind the material Make sure that there are no obstructions such as a wall etc behind the machine Leave enough Leave enough space so that space so that the no objects touch O power cord can the sheet feed e E always be reached knob 14 Chapter 1 Setup Preparation 1 3 Installing
27. dows 8 GD Right click the background in the Start screen to display the app bar and click All Apps Click CutStudio Windows XP Vista 7 From the Start menu S click All Programs or Program then CutStudio 2 Make the settings for the cutting range F Edit View Format Object Help New Ctrl N Open Ctril O0 Save Ctrl S Save As up The Cutting Setup screen appears Import Scanner b Cutting Ctrl P Cutting Preview Cutting Setup Print amp Cut Nein t Select the name of the model you are using under Name Roland SV 8 Ready Roland SV 8 USB Click Properties Orientation The Properties screen appears Portrait Landscape ok Cancel Chapter 3 Performing Cutting Click File then click Cutting Set 3 2 Cutting Cutting Area Si Set the cutting range to match the loaded material size For the width click to select either 250 9 84 Unit in or 340 mm 13 39 in SV 15 only LU Cxtersion Milimeters Set to 250 mm 9 84 in if you are using the O Inches included test use material Rotate The width cannot be changed on the SV 12 8 ail models For the length set a range that subtracts the margin from the loaded material length p 63 Cutting Range E Roland About 0K Cancel Hee CH Click OK CG Click OK again to
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29. event such injury or damage are described as follows About N WARNING and Z CAUTION Notices Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe Ah WARNING injury should the unit be used improperly Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings as well to domestic animals or pets About the Symbols The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle The symbol at left means danger of electrocution The amp symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out are forbidden The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle The symbol at left means the unit must never be disassembled The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle The symbol at left means the power cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet A To Ensure Safe Use AN Incorrect operation may cause injury N CAUTION Z N WARNING O de Keep children away from the machine The machine includes areas and compo nents that pose a
30. f the blade with your fingers Doing so may result in injury Procedure Turn the machine off Blade holder Loosen the screw remove the blade holder Adjust the blade extension amount Turn the tip of the blade holder as indicated in the figure to extend the blade tip Turn the large cap 0 1 mm once to extend the blade tip by 0 1mm The blade tip es sentially cannot ______ be seen from the blade holder Chapter 4 Mastering the STIKA 39 4 1 Optimizing the Cutting Quality for the Material Support the screw from below and insert the blade holder S Support the screw from below Tighten the screw Tug the blade holder upward to make sure it does not come loose Carry out the cutting test and check the cutting quality for the material Repeat until optimal cutting quality is attained p 38 Check the Cutting Quality for the Material Rough Estimate for the Amount of Blade Extension Use the following dimension as a rough estimate for setting the amount of blade extension Thickness of the Amount of blade _ Thickness of the backing paper extension media portion 2 Material Holder Half of the portion backing paper lt Blade Amount of blade is approximately equal to cutting in amount Backing paper portion Suggested point The optimal setting has been achieved when there are faint lines on the backing paper when a cutting test is executed 40 Chapter 4
31. he CD ROM go to the Roland DG Corp website http www rolanddg com and download the driver for the machine you want to delete Then specify the folder where you extracted the downloaded file to Windows 7 Vista 1 Turn the machine off and disconnect the USB cable that is connecting the PC and the machine 2 Log on to Windows as an administrator 3 On the task bar click Start Control Panel and then Uninstall a program 4 Select the machine s driver that you want to uninstall and then click Uninstall 5 When a message prompting you to confirm that you want to uninstall the driver appears click Yes 6 On the task bar click Start All Programs Accessories Run and then Browse 7 Choose the name of the drive or folder where the driver is located 8 Select SETUP EXE click Open and then click OK 9 When the User Account Control dialog box appears click Allow The driver s setup program starts 6 1 What to Do If 10 Click Uninstall Select the machine that you want to uninstall and then click Start 11 When a dialog box prompting you to restart the PC ap pears click Yes When the computer restarts the uninstallation is finished When you are using the CD ROM specify one of the fol lowing folders The CD drive is drive D in this example Windows 7 D Drivers WIN7X64 64 bit version D Drivers WIN7X86 32 bit version Windows Vista D Drivers WINV
32. he included USB cable Chapter 6 Appendix 65 For China PmthAsA le EBLE AA BR a mal x o o o gt HA Et INIT ER Cr VI AEA R MER aa jelei Skip Z TRUK AR PBB BUR CR PBDE O KRZA Sr dr GG RT AIST STEI dr GB T26572 2011 PRERE DON SS ESRD F o X RNA BEA EW RED AEB ESE EI ri gd eB HH GB T26572 2011 trv PM CDD E BE Ae Th toe 156 FA RARR Peis asi AS 4EP RIAN FS Ff i Ae MR SH EZ Pr ae TE WR ee FE H hhe A RESP A mw Eee WS 0 r ANS EET HYG BE AA HR DZRH 29 RAPA JPME AE YAS BLA TERAP EPEN mIRE FIAM SERA KANN EK For EU Countries D D Dt Dt x x 66 This product must be disposed of separately at your local waste recycling center Do not dispose of in household waste bin Bitte f hren Sie dieses Produkt separat Ihrer rtlichen Entsorgungsstelle zu Bitte nicht mit dem normalen Hausm ll entsorgen Ne jetez pas le produit avec vos ordures m nag res Portez le dans un centre recyclage des d chets Questo prodotto deve essere smaltito negli appositi contenitori per la raccolta differenziata non buttare nel cestino dei rifiuti casalinghi Este producto debe devolverse al centro de reciclaje mas cercano a su domicilio para su correcta eliminaci n No lo tire a la basura Deite fora separadamente este produto no seu centro de reciclagem local Nao o deite fora no seu caixote do lixo D D
33. imited Other company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Copyright 2005 2013 Roland DG Corporation http www rolanddg com 2 Read This First Machine Functions For Windows gt You can use the included cutting software Roland CutStudio to create stickers and stickers with images e CutStudio Overview Installation Method User s Manual this document p 18 You can use your own designs to create original stickers User s Manual this document p 27 CutStudio STIKA Sticker You can use STIKA in combination with a printer to create stickers with images Windows Advanced Guide electronic format Printer STIKA Sticker with image Read This First gt You can use the included Adobe Illustrator software plug in CutStudio Plug in for Adobe Illustrator to send cutting data created in Illustrator to CutStudio and create stickers and stickers with images e Software plug in overview installation method Windows Advanced Guide electronic format You can make stickers with data created in Illustrator lt Windows Advanced Guide electronic format Illustrator udio STIKA Sticker CutSt CutStudio D You can use STIKA in combination with a printer to create stickers with images Windows Advanced Guide electronic format Illustrator CutStudio Printer W CutStudio D gt You can u
34. in Chapter 6 Appendix Uninstalling the driver Windows 8 1 Turn the machine off and disconnect the cable that is connecting the PC and the machine 2 Start Windows 3 Click Desk top 4 Move the mouse to the lower right corner to display Charm and click Set 5 On the task bar click Control Panel and then Uninstall a program 6 Select the machine s driver that you want to uninstall and then click Uninstall 7 When a message prompting you to confirm that you want to uninstall the driver appears click Yes 8 On the task bar click Start and then Desk top 9 Start Windows Explorer to open the drive and folder where the driver is located Notes 10 Double click the SETUP64 EXE or SETUP EXE 11 When the User Account Control dialog box appears click Continue The driver s installer starts 12 Click Uninstall Select the machine that you want to uninstall and then click Start 13 When a dialog box prompting you to restart the PC ap pears click Yes 14 After the computer is restarted display the Control Panel and click View devices and printers 15 If the icon of the device you wish to remove is shown right click on the icon to click on Remove device When you are using the CD ROM specify one of the follow ing folders The CD drive is drive D in this example D Drivers WIN8X64 64 bit version D Drivers WIN8X86 32 bit version If you re not using t
35. ll Readme LS ll CH Select Install Model Name to in stall and port USB and click Start Driver installation starts Follow the on screen instructions and continue with the installation COM Contig A If the screen shown here is displayed click Install Ready to Install the Program The wizard is ready to begin installation Click Install to begin the installation If you want to review or change any of your installation settings dick Back Click Cancel to exit the wizard InstallShield Windows 8 If the screen shown here is displayed click Install Would you like to install this device software Name Roland Printers Publisher Roland DG Corporation C Always trust software from Roland DG Corporation You should only install driver software from publishers you trust How can decide which device software is safe to install 58 Chapter 6 Appendix Windows Vista 7 DI Windows Securit K Windows can t verify the publisher of this driver software gt Don t install this driver software You should check your manufacturer s website for updated driver software for your device gt Install this driver software anyway Only install driver software obtained from your manufacturer s website or disc Unsigned software from other sources may harm your computer or steal information If the screen shown here is displayed click Install this driver software anyway Wind
36. n the shape of the pointer changes to a cross drag to move Click Save The Save As screen appears View Format Object F 7 a Imp bt K For Save in choose the folder you want Enter the file name then click Save The data you created is saved Important Note When Saving Data The cutting range set in File Cutting Setup Properties is not saved The next time you import data go to the Cutting Setup menu and redo the setting for the cutting range Chapter 3 Performing Cutting 33 3 2 Cutting 34 Step 3 Perform Cutting Before cutting verify that Step 1 Load Material and Step 2 Create Cutting Data preparation have been completed Procedure Press the power button and turn the ma chine on The power light flashes The cutting carriage moves to the left edge of the machine Once the light changes to a steady illumination the machine is ready to cut Click Cutting File Edit View Format Object Help E Mew Printer Name Status Type Where Comment Print range Al ks Open Roland SV 8 Ready Roland SV 8 USBO001 Click OK The cutting data is sent from the computer and cutting starts _ Print to file Copies Number of copies 1 EC Cutting of the SALE text and the box ends Chapter 3 Performing Cutting 3 2 Cutting 4 Press the power button a
37. nd 0 A Install Custom Install http www rolanddg com Select Install Model Name to install port USB and click Start Driver installation starts Follow the messages to install the software 20 Chapter 2 Installing Software 2 2 If You re Using a Windows The screen shown here is displayed click ee Install The wizard is ready to begin installation Click Install to begin the installation If you want to review or change any of your installation settings click Back Click Cancel to exit the wizard InstallShield Would you like to install this device software Wi ndows 8 Name Roland Printers When the screen shown here is displayed A Publisher Roland DG Corporation 7 click Install IT Always trust software from Roland DG Corporation You should only install driver software from publishers you trust How can decide which device software is safe to install Windows XP Software Installation Windows Vista 7 4 Windows Securi WT dre ran tuoni the mhich nese ieee x Windows can t verify the publisher of this driver software The software you are installing has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP Tell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that
38. nd turn power off Verify that the power light extinguishes Turn the sheet feed knob and remove the material Press the power button and turn the ma chine off Press the power button again and turn the machine on The cutting carriage returns to the left edge If you need to cut the material again first remove and then reload it gt You can also cancel a cutting operation from STIKA Navi For more information refer to the Windows Advanced Guide electronic format Chapter 3 Performing Cutting 35 3 2 Cutting 36 Step 4 Apply the Cut Material Use application tape to affix the cut material Cut the application tape to the required size for use Before applying thoroughly clean the surface where you want to affix the material to remove any dust or grease Procedure Material After Cutting Remove the excess tape so that only text remains Use a commercially available tweezers to remove small pieces of tape better Cut the application tape to the required size Cover the cut material flush with the appli cation tape to prevent any air from getting underneath then transfer the material You can transfer the material easily by using a com mercially available squeegee or the flat part of a ruler or the like to rub the cut material from above the application tape Affix the material together with the joined application tape to the target object then press down on it from abo
39. nge on the ownership copyright or other intellectual property rights of the Company 2 This Agreement shall be automatically terminated when you stop using the Software 3 If this Agreement is terminated or cancelled you must return your copy of the Software to the Company or discard it as soon as practicable at your own expense 6 Guarantee 1 The Company shall not guarantee that the quality or functionality of the Software will satisfy any purpose that you may have in mind 2 The Company shall not accept any responsibility for the results obtained from using the Software 3 The Company shall not accept any responsibility for any loss which might be caused as a result of your exercising the rights granted under this Agreement 4 The specifications for the Software are subject to change without prior notice 7 Governing Law This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of Japan 10000115 00011586 R5 130823
40. nstallation and Setup Guide a r H oh E file Volumes Roland 20SV 20Series Install_e html Qr Google MacOS 0 Installation and Setup Guide This document describes how to install and set up the software and operation manuals electronic format manuals e Software This is a software plug in for Adobe Illustrator Mac OS version This plug in is compatible with versions 9 10 and CS It runs under Mac OS 9 and later operating systems The plug in lets you output plotted paths to the SV 15 12 8 and cut material Install it and set it up if you have a compatible version of Illustrator If you re using Mac OS X administrator rights are required in order to install and use this plug in Log in as a user with administrator rights A 4 Thereafter follow the instructions in the Mac OS Installation and Setup Guide to install and set up the software and Macintosh Cutting Guide Chapter 2 Installing Software 23 24 Chapter 3 Performing Cutting This describes basic cutting operations under Windows For other operations not covered in this chapter refer to the Windows Advanced Guide electronic format 25 3 1 What to Know Before Cutting Useable Material Types The following materials can be used with this machine SV 15 SV 12 SV 8 Size woth 360 to 361mm Width 280 to 305 mm Width 200 to 215 mm 14 1 8 to 15 in 11 to 12 in 7 13 16 to 8 7 16 in 280 to 305 mm 11 to 12 in
41. nvert to Polyline Integrate Polylines Break Polyline Anchor Point Shaping Group Close Offset Image Outline Align b e mere Click Extract Contour Lines The image contour is detected The contour displays as a blue line Verify that the contour line is correct and then click OK The image contour is detected Alignment Image Density Items Displayed EE g Image and Contours Y Welding Of Contour Light Dark C Remove Thin Lines You can use the object tool to reshape the File Edit View Format Object Help image if needed 3 4 D D D EI bo H e Se GE For more information about how to use the object tool refer to Roland CutStudio Online Help Qe2H O0 U0 Pa wv Object tool Chapter 4 Mastering the STIKA 45 4 3 About Creating Cutting Data Deleting Undesired Cutting Lines CutStudio can be used to delete contour line that is not needed Procedure 46 Select the detected contour line Click Object Break Polyline The image contour is separated Convert to Polyline Integrate Polylines Break Polyline Anchor Point gt Shaping gt Group gt Close Image Outline Align Move to Origin Mirror Click on the undesired cutting line Click Edit Delete The undesired cutting line is deleted The read data remains and is not deleted View Format Object Help
42. o 3 drops of a neutral detergent Apply the material to the application sur face Adjust the material location and angle Use a commercially available squeegee or the flat part of a ruler to remove all remain ing moisture Once all water has evaporated slowly peel off the application tape Chapter 4 Mastering the STIKA 47 48 Chapter 5 Maintenance This describes how to clean the machine and replace the blade 49 5 1 Maintenance When cleaning unplug the machine s power cord and remove all material Cleaning the Blade Tip CAUTION Do not touch the tip of the blade with your fingers Doing so may result in injury Dust and material adhesive can collect on the tip of the blade and degrade cutting performance Remove any dust or material adhesive adhering to the blade tip Cleaning the Blade Holder CAUTION Do not touch the tip of the blade with your fingers Doing so may result in injury Dust and adhesive material can collect within the blade holder and degrade cutting performance Take off the tip of the blade holder and remove any pieces of material inside holder as indicated in the figure to remove fi Turn the tip of the blade Cleaning the Main Unit Use a dry cloth to gently wipe any dirt from the main unit Never use a solvent such as thinner or benzene 50 Chapter 5 Maintenance 5 2 Replacing Consumables Replacing the Blade If you adjust the blade amount and
43. ocation idowsinf oem1 3 inf ows r Roland FAwindows infolandrdbn20 inf Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that you stop this installation now and contact the hardware vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing This driver is not digitally signed Tell me why driver signing is important Continue Anyway STOP Installation Click Continue Anyway Eject and remove the CD ROM and then click Back and repeat from the last screen 22 Chapter 2 Installing Software 2 3 If You re Using a Macintosh System Requirements Your Macintosh must fulfill the following requirements in order to use STIKA for cutting operations gt The Macintosh is Intel Mac gt Illustrator CS3 4 5 6 operates on it Installing the Software The included CD ROM contains the Mac OS Installation and Setup Guide which explains how to install and set up the software and Macintosh Cutting Guide If you re using a Macintosh follow the steps below to display the file then follow the explanation to perform installation and setup Procedure insert the included CD ROM into the CD ROM drive Double click the Roland SV Series icon that appears on the desktop Double click the Install_e html icon The Mac OS Installation and Setup Guide appears ane MacOS I
44. ocedure GD Unplug the power cord from the machine Remove the shaft cover Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the screws Wipe and remove dust adhering to the shaft Use machine oil to lightly lubricate the shaft section indicated in the figure to the left Using too much oil can cause the material to stain Replace the shaft cover and screw into place 62 Chapter 6 Appendix 6 3 Cutting Range Cutting Range Cutting Range Loadable Mate Loadable Mate width length rial Width rial Length SV 15 340 mm 1000 mm 360 to 381 mm 1100 mm 13 3 8 in 39 5 16 in 14 1 8 to 15 in 43 1 4 in 250mm 1000 mm 280 to 305 mm 1100 mm 9 13 16 in 39 5 16 in 11 to 12 in 43 1 4 in SV 12 250 mm 1000 mm 280 to 305 mm 1100 mm 9 13 16 in 39 5 16 in 11 to 12 in 43 1 4 in SV 8 160 mm 1000 mm 200 to 215 mm 1100 mm 6 1 4 in 39 5 16 in 7 13 16 to 8 7 16 in 43 1 4 in e The required margin to send the material forward back is taken When using the SV 15 When using the SV 12 8 Pinch rollers Pinch rollers Blade holder Blade holder ec wJ Margin Yd Eff 3 8 in EE E om A EE i i 3 8 in Maximum Maximum Cutting range 1000 mm Cutting range oe l 39 5 16 in e Material ale Material 3 1 Seege Margin A Margin 4 30 mm 30 mm 1 3 16 in Cutting range width 1 3 16 in Get mm 9 13 16 in Cutting r
45. onds or longer Remove your finger once the cutting car riage starts to move Cutting begins from the location that the blade is currently located and the shape indicated in the figure is cut To consecutively perform cutting tests hold down the power button for 2 seconds or longer once the prior cutting operation has finished This cutting test is done in an area that doesn t overlap with the previous cutting location Al Peel off the cut shapes and check the cutting quality for the material The material cutting quality is controlled by the blade extension amount Adjust the blade extension amount depending upon the state of the material when it is peeled off p 39 Adjusting the Blade Extension Amount gt The cross shaped blade leaves faint traces on the material s backing paper This is the optimal blade extension amount No adjustment is required Optimal blade extension amount 38 Chapter 4 Mastering the STIKA 4 1 Optimizing the Cutting Quality for the Material gt The material is difficult to peel from the backing paper gt The blade trace is indistinct D gt Cutting results shift US Extend the blade The blade extension is too short gt The blade cuts into the backing paper gt The blade cuts through the backing paper gt The material curls during cutting l H Eg Retract the blade A The blade extension is too long Adjusting the Blade Extension Amount CAUTION Do not touch the tip o
46. onnection of the power plug in the event of an emergency In stall the machine next to an electrical outlet Also provide enough empty space to allow immediate access to the electrical outlet If sparking smoke burning odor unusual sound or abnormal operation occurs im mediately unplug the power cord Never use if any component is damaged Continuing to use the machine may result in fire electrical shock or injury Contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer Do not use the supplied power cord and AC adapter with any other product A To Ensure Safe Use Important notes about the power cord plug and electrical outlet Never place any object on top or subject to damage Never pull with undue force Dust may cause fire Never bundle bind or roll up Important Notes on Handling and Use This machine is a precision device To ensure the full performance of this machine be sure to observe the following important points Failure to observe these may not only result in loss of performance but may also cause malfunction or breakdown This Machine Is a Precision Device gt Handle carefully and never subject the machine to impact or excessive force Install in a Suitable Location gt Install in a location having the specified temperature and relative humidity gt Install in a stable location offering good operating conditions Important Notes on Connecting the Cables gt Connect
47. ows XP Software Installation A The software you are installing has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP Tell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that you stop this installation now and contact the software vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing STOP Installation Click Continue Anyway When the screen shown here is dis played click finish InstallShield Wizard Completed The InstallShield Wizard has successfully installed Roland STIKA DRIVER e Si Click Finish to exit the wizard Click of the setup menu alana i Soar actage Tel CutStudio Install Readme Windows Driver Install Readme 10 Remove the Roland Software Pack age from the CD ROM drive Connect according to p 22 Step 2 Connect the machine and the com puter with a USB cable 6 1 What to Do If Installing software and electronic manual separately If the driver cannot be installed B _ If installation quits partway through or if the wizard does Log on to Windows as Administra not appear when you make the connection with a USB tors cable take action as follows 2 Insert the Roland Software Package i CD ROM into the computer Windows 8 When the automatic playback window
48. rial Procedure GD Turn the machine off Verify that the material is narrow enough to be loaded and that it touches the pinch rollers If you are using the SV 15 model adjust the pinch rollers to the material width and then advance the material to touch the pinch rollers p 28 Changing Loadable Material Width for SV 15 Verify that the left edge of the material is parallel with the guide line If it is not trim the excess material from the edge of the material that is touching the pinch rollers until the left edge is parallel with the guide line Guide line Turn the sheet feed knob and move the material into the machine and then back out Verify that the material does not come loose Reload the material if it becomes skewed or if it comes loose Align the material edge with the marks at the back of the blade protector Chapter 3 Performing Cutting 27 3 2 Cutting Loading the Included Test use Material The direction to load the included test use material differs depending on the machine model SV 15 12 Sideways Landscape SV 8 Lengthwise Portrait If you are using the SV 15 model change the loadable material width to 280 to 305 mm 11 to 12 in p 28 Changing Loadable Material Width for SV 15 Changing Loadable Material Width for SV 15 In the SV 15 model you can change the loadable material width to match the material being loaded 360 to
49. se the included CorelDRAW software plug in CutStudio Plug in for CorelDRAW to send data created in CorelDRAW to CutStudio and create stickers e Software plug in overview installation method Windows Advanced Guide electronic format You can create stickers with data created in CorelDRAW lt Windows Advanced Guide electronic format CorelDRAW Sticker a gt SALE Read This First gt You can use the included software STIKA Navi to operate STIKA from your computer Op eration is simple just follow the instructions displayed on your computer screen e STIKA Navi Overview Windows Advanced Guide electronic format You can run a material jam test lt Windows Advanced Guide electronic format STIKA Navi Operation Screen You can cut in areas of the material that have not yet been cut Windows Advanced Guide electronic format STIKA Navi Operation Screen Unused part For Macintosh gt You can use the included software plug in CutStudio Plug in for Adobe Illustrator to make stickers with data created in Illustrator e Software plug in overview installation method User s Manual this document p 23 You can create stickers with data created in Illustrator Macintosh Cutting Guide electronic format Illustrator C STIKA Sticker AN To Ensure Safe Use Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property Points which must be observed to pr
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51. t levers and remove the blade protector Do not place your hands in front of the direction that you are moving the retractable knife Wipe and remove any glue remaining on the main unit Use a cloth to wipe clean Place the replacement blade protector into the machine Align the blade protector using the reference line displayed on the machine Reference line 52 Chapter 5 Maintenance 5 2 Replacing Consumables Peel off the double sided tape and affix the blade protector For the SV 15 lower the left right sheet adjustment levers Sheet adjustment levers Chapter 5 Maintenance 53 54 Chapter 6 Appendix 55 6 1 What to Do If This section describes what to do if you encounter a prob lem while using the machine Refer to this first before assuming that a malfunction has occurred The method for resolving problems not listed below are indicated in the Windows Advanced Guide or Macintosh Cutting Guide electronic format Use both as necessary The machine does not run properly Is the cable properly connected If the power cord or USB cable are not properly connect ed refer to the following page and connect properly p 16 Connecting the Cables Are the settings for the driver correct Make sure the communication port is set correctly Is the power lamp flashing The problem is a communication or command error Turn power off verify the
52. the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec tion against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accor dance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense For California WARNING This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm including lead Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment Use only I O cables that have been designed and manu factured specifically for this device For EU Countries Manufacturer C 4 ROLAND DG CORPORATION 1 6 4 Shinmiyakoda Kita ku Hamamatsu shi Shizuoka ken 431 2103 JAPAN The authorized representative in the EU Roland DG EMEA S L Parc Tecnologic del Valles C Ceramistes 6 08290 Cerdanyola del Valles Barcelona Spain For EU Countries WARNING This is a Class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures Roland DG Corp has licen
53. the power cord and the computer s input and output cables securely When Moving the Machine gt When moving the machine be sure to support the machine at its bottom using both hands Attempting to move the machine by holding it at a different location may damage the ma chine 10 Chapter 1 Setup Preparation 1 1 Included Items The following items are packed together with the unit Make sure they are all present and accounted for USB cable 1 Replaceable blade protector 1 The shape depends on the model AC adapter 1 Power cord 1 Test use material Col Test use application ored material tape Transparent tape 1 i Blade holder 1 Blade 1 Pin 1 CD ROM 1 User s Manual 1 12 Chapter 1 Setup Preparation 1 2 Part Names Main Unit Blade protector Cutting carriage Blade holder Shaft cover e H ac adapter jack Sheet adjustment lever S 7 ad St Set ee USB connector Power button Power light j i The SV 15 has sheet adjustment levers on the left and right The SV 12 8 has a sheet adjust ment lever only on the right Chapter 1 Setup Preparation 13 1 3 Installing Deciding On an Installation Site Install in a stable location offering good operating conditions An unsuitable location can cause accident faulty operation or breakdown WARN ING Never use out of doors or in any location where exposure to water or high humidity may occur Never tou
54. ug in Install Readme Windows 7 Vista eee CorelDRAW plug in Install Readme 3 1 Use a USB cable to connect the machine and the PC and then turn the machine on Follow the on screen instructions and 2 If the Found New Hardware wizard appears click Cancel continue with the installation to close it Disconnect any USB cables for printers other than this machine 3 On the taskbar click Start and then right click Com puter Click Properties CH When installation finishes click of the setup menu 4 Click Device Manager When the User Account Control CutStudio Install Readme dialog box appears click Continue The Device Manager Windows Driver Install on screen appears 5 Click Show hidden devices on the View menu EE EEN instali 6 Double click Printers or Other devices in the list Click Adobe Illustrator plug in Install Readme the model name or Unknown device whichever appears Weeer below the item you selected 7 Click Delete on the Action menu 8 In the Confirm Device Uninstall dialog box select the Delete the driver software for this device Check box and then click OK to close the Device Manager Gi Remove the Roland Software Pack age from the CD ROM drive Chapter 6 Appendix 59 6 1 What to Do If 9 Disconnect the USB cable that is connected to the printer and then restart Windows 10 Uninstalling the driver Uninstall the driver follo
55. ve Make sure the material is affixed to the object then slowly peel off the application tape If air becomes trapped between the material and the application surface forming an air bubble then use a needle to pop the bubble and press out the air to form a complete seal This completes the procedure for attaching the material Transfer the cut material to the application tape and affix it to the object as soon as possible Any dust that builds up on the surface of the material can make it difficult for the application tape to stick Chapter 3 Performing Cutting Chapter 4 Mastering the STIKA This describes in details how to adjust the blade extension amount how to correct the angle of the loaded material and how to create cutting data 37 4 1 Optimizing the Cutting Quality for the Material Check the Cutting Quality for the Material Perform a cutting test to check the cutting quality for the material Perform a cutting test when changing the material type and when adjusting the blade extension gt Make sure to load material before performing a cutting test Failure to do so could damage the blade and blade protector gt Do not move the cutting carriage with your hand Doing so could damage the machine gt Do not touch any moving parts while the machine is operating Doing so could cause a mal function Procedure 1 Load the material With the power light on hold down the power button for 2 sec
56. wing the instructions of p 60 Uninstalling the driver Windows 7 11 Follow p 57 Installing the driver separately to install the driver again Windows XP At the View Go to the Action menu and menu click click Uninstall Show hid den devices ENE Och Help Er e R zag 1 If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears click Fin ish to close it 2 Display System Properties 3 Click the Hardware tab then click Device Manager The Device Manager appears 4 Delete the model name in use or Unknown Device Keyboards Mice and other pointing devices Monitors H H B Network adapters Find Print t ers or Other device then double click it Non Plug and Play Drivers y Ports COM amp LPT A SCSI and RAID controllers 4 Sound video and game controllers ep Storage volumes System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers IKI Click the model name in use or Unknown Device After the screen shown above appears click OK 60 Confirm Device Removal A Roland SV 15 Sa Warming You are about to uninstall this device from your system 5 Close the Device Manager and click OK 6 Detach the USB cable connected to the computer 7 Restart Windows and refer to p 61 Uninstalling the driver Windows XP to uninstall the driver 8 Follow p 57 Installing the driver separately to install the driver aga
57. you stop this installation now and contact the software vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing gt Don t install this driver software You should check your manufacturer s website for updated driver software for your device gt Install this driver software anyway Only install driver software obtained from your manufacturer s website or disc Unsigned software from other sources may harm your computer or stea information Click Install this driver software anyway STOP Installation_ v See details Click Continue Anyway When the screen shown here is displayed a re click finish The InstallShield Wizard has successfully installed Roland STIMA DRIVER Te Si Click Finish to exit the wizard Cancel Install the other software successively Guidance for individual software is displayed automatically Install the software following the guidance e Rotana srt Software Package ISS When installation finishes click of the CutStudio Install Readme setup menu VAI EE Moian t a s mo aL Remove the Roland Software Package from the CD ROM drive Chapter 2 Installing Software 21 2 2 If You re Using a Windows SEN Connect the machine and the computer with a USB cable GD Switch the machine on 2 Connect the machine and the computer with a USB cable Please use the included USB cable Do not use a USB hub SER VS 000 ep Cr

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