Setup a Foison plotter with SignCut PDF Print E-mail

 

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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 Productivity Pro, click the tab for your operating system above.

SignCut Windows Setup


To setup SignCut for your machine, follow these steps:
  • Open SignCut Productivity Pro.
  • 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 Mac Setup


To setup SignCut for your machine, follow these steps:
  • Open SignCut Productivity Pro.
  • 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.

 

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