Setup a Seikitech plotter with SignCut-X2

Info

Facts about the machine: Serial (RS-232C) Cutting Speed: 10-800mm/s Cutting Force: 10g-500g Mechanical Resolution: 0.001" Stepper Motor Command Set: DMPL / HPGL Contact: Seiki Tech Support phone: 775-636-7621

Plotter Setup

Before trying to get things working, determine the following:

• Check what baudrate the cutter is setup to use.
• Make sure the machine is powered on and in online-mode.

Now you are ready to go to setup SignCut-X2, click the tab for your operating system above.

SignCut-X2 Windows Setup

To setup SignCut-X2 for your machine, follow these steps:

• Open SignCut-X2.
• Click on the Cutter- button to open that dialogue.
• In the Manufacturer list, choose "SeikiTech".
• In the Cutter list, choose your particular model.
• In the Device list, choose your device that is either a COM-port.
• Now choose the same baudrate as was set on the cutter.
• There is an option to calibrate your cutter, do NOT click there before first cut.
• Now click Ok to close the dialogue.
• Now you are ready to start cutting.

SignCut-X2 Mac Setup

To setup SignCut-X2 for your machine, follow these steps:

• Open SignCut-X2.
• Click on the Cutter-button to open that dialogue.
• In the Manufacturer list, choose "SeikiTech".
• In the Cutter list, choose your particular model.
• In the Device list, choose your device that begins with "/dev/cu.", this requires that you have an USB to serial adapter.
• Now choose the same baudrate as was set on the cutter.
• There is an option to calibrate your cutter, do NOT click there before first cut.
• Now click Ok to close the dialogue.
• Now you are ready to start cutting.