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Setup a Creation PCut CS plotter with SignCut-X2

PCut CS630 / CS900 / CS1080 / CS1200

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Info

Facts about the machine:

  • Standard RS232(serial)/USB2.0
  • Arm7(32 bit CPU)
  • Max cutting speed: 1000mm/s
  • Cutting Force: 0 - 500g
  • Repeatability: <+- 0.1mm
  • Mechanical Resolution: 0.025mm/step
  • DC servo driver
  • Command Set: DMPL / HPGL
  • Contact: Creation Mechanical & Electrical

Plotter Setup


Before trying to get things working, determine the following:

  • Decide what interface to use, and make sure to use the correct cables.
  • If using USB, install the USB-driver from the supplied CD.
  • Check what baudrate the cutter is setup to use.
  • Check that the cutting-head is not against any of the red- buttons.
  • 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 "Creation".
  • In the Cutter list, choose your particular model.
  • In the Device list, choose your device that should be a COM-port or "Creation USB" for the USB-cable.
  • 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 "Creation".
  • In the Cutter list, choose your particular model.
  • In the Device list, choose your device that begins with "/dev/cu.", or "Creation USB" for the USB-cable.
  • 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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