Setup a Foison plotter with SignCut-X2

Foison C12 / C24 / C48 / FS24 / FS48 / CT-630 / CT-1200 / S24

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Info

Facts about the machine:

Two connectivity options: Serial, and USB
Max cutting speed: 600mm/s
Cutting Force: 50 - 800g
Repeatability: < ± 0.1mm
Mechanical Resolution: 0.025mm/step
Digital DC, Step Motor, Micro-step Driver
Command Set: DMPL / HP-GL
Contact: Foison Technology Limited
Support forum: Signsforums UK

Plotter Setup

Before trying to get things working, determine the following:

Decide what interface to use, and make sure to use the correct cables.
Check what baudrate the cutter is setup to use. (Default is 38400)
Make sure the machine is powered on and in online-mode.

If you are using the USB-port on the cutter, you need to install the driver for it. You can find the driver on the supplied CD. For using the machine on a Mac, you need a USB to serial adapter, we recommend Keyspan.

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 "Foison".
In the Cutter list, choose your particular model.
In the Device list, choose your device that should be 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 "Foison".
In the Cutter list, choose your particular model.
In the Device list, choose your device that begins with "/dev/cu.", this will be available as soon as you have installed the proper driver for your 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.

If you need help in order to get the machine up and running, we offer
hardware and software support by clicking here.

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