Expert II User Manual

EXPERT II Series
User Manual
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V.10 2018 Jun.

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V.10 2018 Jun.

Expert II User Manual
Important Information
Thank you for purchasing the Expert II Cutting Plotter.

Before you use the cutting plotter, please make sure that you have read the
safety precautions and instructions below.
!
Caution
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS!
 For safety concern, please always hold the cutter firmly from the bottom while moving
it. Do not move the cutter by clasping the depression area on both sides.
O (correct) X (Incorrect)
 Do not shake or drop the blade holder, a blade tip can fly out.
 During an operation, do not touch any of the moving parts of this machine (such as the
carriage). Also be careful to make sure that clothing and hair do not get caught.
 Always connect the power cable to a grounded outlet.
 Always use the accessory power cable which is provided. Do not wire the power cable
so that it becomes bent or caught between objects.
 Do not connect the power cable to branching outlet to which other machines are also
connected, or use an extension cable. There is danger of overheating and of
mis-operation of the machine.
 Keep the tools away from children where they can reach.
 Always put the pinch rollers within the white marks.
Table of Contents
1. General Information
1.1 Package Items 1-1
1.2 Product Features 1-1
1.3 The Appearance 1-2
2. Installation
2.1 Precaution 2-1
2.2 Stand Installation 2-3
2.3 USB Cable Tie and Saddle 2-8
2.3 Blade Installation 2-8
2.4 Media Loading 2-12
2.4.1 Loading the Sheet Media 2-12
2.4.2 Loading the Roll Media 2-14
2.4.3 How to Change the Poll Size Without Turning off the 2-14
Machine?
2.5 Cable Connections 2-15
2.5.1 USB Interface 2-15
2.5.1.1 Connecting your GCC cutter 2-15
2.5.1.2 Installing the driver 2-15
2.5.1.3 Driver Un-installation 2-19
2.5.2 RS-232 Interface 2-22
2.5.3 Data Transmitting 2-22
2.5.4 Printer Sever Shared Setting 2-23
2.6 Software Installation 2-25
2.6.1 GreatCut Installation 2-25
2.6.2 Sure Cuts A Lot Installation 2-30
2.6.2.1 Auto Installation 2-30
2.6.2.2 Manually Activate Software 2-34
2.6.2.3 Re-install Sure Cuts A Lot Software 2-36
3.Operation
3.1 The Control Panel 3-1
3.2 VLCD 3-3
3.3 File Uploader 3-7
3.4 Data Transmission 3-8
3.5 AR-24 Print Driver setting 3-8
3.5.1 Option Page 3-8
3.6 Reference Parameter setting for different materials 3-11
4. Basic Maintenance
4.1 Cleaning the cutting Plotter 4-1
4.2 Cleaning the Grid Drum 4-1
4.3 Cleaning the Pinch Rollers 4-2
5. Automatic-Aligning System
Table of Contents
5.1 Introduction 5-1

5.2 AAS Contour Cutting System 5-2
5.2.1 Notice for Registration Marks 5-2
5.2.3 AAS II on Expert II 5-3
5.3 Printer Test 5-4
5.4 Registration Mark Offset Range 5-5
5.5 Contour Cutting 5-6
5.6 Tips for AAS 5-8
6. Trouble Shooting
6.1 What if Expert II cannot Operate? 6-1
6.2 Light Indicators 6-1
6.3 Cutting Quality Problems 6-4
Appendix
A-1 Expert II Specification A-1
A-2 Blade Specification A-2
A-3 CorelDRAW Output Instruction A-3
A-4 CorelDRAW Plug-In Instruction A-4
A-5 Illustrator Plug-In Instruction A-5
A-6 GreatCut Plug-In Instruction A-6
A-7 SignPal 12 Instruction A-7
A-8 Sure Cuts A Lot A-8
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 General Information
1.1 Introduction
Expert II series cutting plotters have been designed to produce computer-generated images
or perform contour cutting on sheets or rolls of vinyl media. In addition to performing quality
cutting on sheet or rolls of media, Expert II series cutting plotters can also be used as a pen
plotter.
This manual covers the following models of Expert II series cutting plotters:
.Ex II-24 for media width: 50mm(1.97”) ~ 719mm(28.3”)
.Ex II-24LX for media width: 50mm(1.97”) ~ 719mm(28.3”), with AAS function
.Ex II-52 for media width: 50mm(1.97”) ~ 1470mm(57.9”)
.Ex II-52LX for media width: 50mm(1.97”) ~ 1470mm(57.9”), with AAS function
1.2 Package Items

The package of Expert II contents the items listed below, please check carefully.
If you find any item missing, please consult your local dealer for further assistance.
Item Quantity
Cutting Plotter 1 Set
Accessories 1 Set
1. Installation CD 2. AC Power Cord 3. Desktop Support Brackets
4. Cutting Pad 5. USB Cable (1.8m) 6. Cushion in tool carriage
7. Tweezers 8. Paper Slicer
General Information 1-1

1.3 Product Features

The followings are the main features of the Expert II cutting plotters:
‧ Dual-port connectivity – USB & Serial interface.
‧ Up to 350 gram cutting force.
‧ Up to 705 (EXII-24(LX) / 635 mm (EXII-52 (LX)) per second cutting speed
(at 45 degree direction.)
‧ Guaranty 3 meter (10’) tracking.
‧ Enhanced Automatic-Aligning System (AAS II) for auto contour cutting
(only for LX models.)
1.4 The Appearance (EX II)

1.4.1 The Front View
H
F
E G Figure 1-1
A B D
C
Object Description
A Primary Pinch Roller To help hold the media during cutting.
B Slicing Groove To help slice off media.
C Alignment Ruler To align media with clear guideline marks
D Tool Carriage Performs the cutting or plotting with the installed blade or
pen.
E Blade Holder To hold the blade.
F Platen The surface for holding and supporting media in operation.
G Cutting Pad To protect blade and plate in operation.
H Control Panel To consist of 10 control keys and 6 LED lights.
J Grid Drum To move media back and forth in operation

Figure 1-2
1.4.2 The Side Views
L N O
K M
Figure 1-3 Figure 1-4
Object Description
K AC Power Connector To insert the AC power cord.
L Fuse 3 Amp.
M Power Switch To turn on or off the machine.
N USB Connector To connect the machine and a computer through a
USB cable.
O Serial Interface Connector To connect the machine and a computer through a
RS-232 cable.

Chapter 2 Installation
2.1 Precaution
Please read below information carefully before you start installation.
Notice 1
 Make sure the power switch is off before installing the cutting plotter.
 Carefully handle the cutter to prevent any injuries.
Notice 2 Choosing a proper place before setting up the cutting plotter
Before installing your cutting plotter, select a suitable location, which meets the following
conditions.
 The machine can be approached easily from any direction.
 Keep enough space for the machine, accessories and supplies.
 Keep the working area stable, avoiding severe vibration.
 Keep the temperature between 15 and 30℃ (60-86oF) in the workshop.
 Keep the relative humidity between 25% and 75% in the workshop.
 Protecting the machine from dust and strong air current.
 Preventing the machine from direct sunlight or extremely bright lighting.
Notice 3 Connecting the Power Supply
Check the plug of the power cord to see if it mates with the wall outlet. If not, please contact
your dealer.
 Insert the plug (male) into a grounded power outlet.
 Insert the other end (female) of power cord into the AC connector of cutting plotter.
Notice 4 Tightening or Loosing Screws with Screwdriver
Whether manual or electric screwdriver, be careful not to use excess torque force when
tightening or loosing screws. When tightening or loosing iron and stainless steel screws,
please refer to the following screw torque standard table, other materials screws are not
included.
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Screw Torque value (kgf-cm)
diameter Torque standard for high hardness materials
M3 6
M4 16
M5 30
M6 50
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2.2 Stand Installation
(Stand is an optional item for 24 inch models.)
2.2.1 Stand Installation

Please follow the procedures below for assembling the stand.
Step 1 Please examine the supplied items in the accessory box of the stand carton before
you install:
Stand is an optional item for Expert II, Item List：
 1 Left side vertical stand
 1 Right side vertical stand
 1 Support for left side
 1 Support for right side
 1 Stand Beam
 2 Bottom Stands with wheels
 2 Sliding brackets for paper take up
 1 Hex Wrench (M5)Φ4
 28 Socket flat head screws(M6*12L)
 1 Installation Guide
Step 2
Position the Left side vertical stand perpendicularly to part and put the screws into the
holes and tighten them to form a left side T-stand (Figure 2-1). Repeat the same steps with
the Right side vertical stand.
Left side vertical stand
 Bottom Stand
Figure 2-1
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Step 3
Place the stand beam upright on the T-stand and put the screws into the holes but do not
tighten them at this step. There is hexagon socket head screws fasten on the T-stand on
both side taken as locating pins.
Stand Beam
T-stand
Figure re 2-2
Step 4
Remove the cutting plotter from the carton. Position the stand under the plotter, on the
bottom of the plotter, there is one hole on each side in the position corresponding to the
locating pins, so the locating pins can be located into the holes. Then insert the screws into
the holes on the stand to lock the plotter and tighten them up as shown in Figure 2-3.
Screws
Figure 2-3
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Step 5
Insert the roll holder support with the screws into the holes of the stand, and then tighten
them up as shown in Figure 2-4. You could decide roll holder support’s position by inserting
into different holes.
Roll holder support
3 screws
Figure 2-4
Step 6
Place two roll holders onto the roll holder support and ensure the white protrusion is wedged
in the groove. (Figure 2-5)
Roll holder 2
Roll holder support
Roll holder 1
Figure 2-5
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Step 7
Turn the screw counter-clockwisely for around three times after unpacking roll holder 2
Step 8
Insert the end of the roll holder without the damper into the left roll holder support and then
insert the end of the roll holder with the damper into the right roll holder support. Ensure the
white protrusion is wedged in the groove.
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Step 9
Tighten the screw on the damper until it is securely attached to the right roll holder support.
Step 10
Lastly, the complete picture will be shown like below. (Figure 2-6)
Figure 2-6
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2.3 USB Cable Tie and Saddle
The USB cable tie and saddle assembly for the stands with Flexible Media Support System only.
Step 1 Insert the cable tie into the upper hole of cable saddle from bottom to top.
This side up
Step 2 Place the USB cable into the cable tie and tighten the cable tie.
Step 3 Insert the cable tie end into the lower hole of cable saddle to finish the job.
Untied way: pull out the cable tie pull up the pin release the cable tie.
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Pull out the cable tie
Pull up the pin
Release the cable tie
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2.4 Blade Installation
Pin
Figure 2-7 is the illustrator of the blade
holder. Insert a blade into the bottom of
the blade holder and remove the blade by
pushing the pin. Make sure that your fingers Outward ring
are away from the blade tip.
Adjustment depth knob
Figure 2-7
Step 1 Step 2
Install blade (Figure 2-8). Push the blade to the bottom of the blade
holder (Figure 2-9).
Step 3
Adjust the blade tip to suitable length by
screwing “Blade tip adjustment screw”
clockwise or count-clockwise. (Figure 2-10).
Tips:
“The proper length” means the blade’s
length is adjusted 0.1mm more than film’s
thickness. That is, if the thickness of film is
0.5mm, then blade’s length is properly
adjusted 0.6mm and it can completely cut
through the film layer yet avoid penetrating
the backing.
Figure 2-10
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Step 4
Insert the blade holder into tool carriage. Please note the outward ring of the holder must put
into the grooves of carriage firmly (see Figure 2-11), fasten the case (Figure 2-12).
Step 5
Use the reversing steps to remove the blade holder.
Step 6
Eject the blade: Push “Blade eject pin” to eject blade when the blade needs to be
replaced.
Caution!!
The blade will lose its sharpness after a period of usage, the cutting quality
might be affected. By increasing the cutting force, it might do the trick.
However, once the blade is worn out and no longer provides a reliable cutting,
you should replace a new one. The blade is consumable and must be
replaced as often as necessary to maintain the cutting quality. The quality of
the blade deeply affects cutting quality. So be sure to use a high quality blade
to ensure good cutting results.
Tips - When to replace a new blade:

 If the blade is broken, you have to replace a new one.
 If cutting quality is not as good as usual, you may need to replace a new one.
 If the material cannot be cut through by higher cutting force, you may need
to replace a new one.
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2.5 Media Loading
2.5.1 Loading the Sheet Media

To load the media properly, please follow the
procedures below:
Step 1
Lift the 2 levers at the back side of the cutter to lift the
pinch rollers (Figure 2-13). Figure 2-13
Step 2
Load your media on the platen and slide it under
the pinch rollers from either the front side or the
backside. The alignment rulers on the platen
extension will help you to adjust the media
precisely (Figure 2-14).
Figure 2-14
Step 3
Then move the pinch rollers manually to the proper position. Be sure the pinch rollers must
be positioned above the grid drum. The stickers on the main beam show the position of the
grid drums (Figure 2-15).
Figure 2-16
Figure 2-15
Stickers
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CAUTION!!!
 Make sure the Primary and secondary pinch rollers are set to right positions.
 Position the Primary Pinch Rollers at the right and left sides of media.
 Position the Secondary Pinch Roller at the center of media.
Note: Expert II serves as an illustrator here.
(O)
Correct
Figure 2-17
(X)
Secondary Pinch Roller Primary Pinch Roller
Incorrect
Figure 2-18
Step 4
Push the lever backward to lower down the pinch rollers (Figure 2-16).
Step 5
After turn on the power, the tool carriage will measure the size of the media automatically.
And the plotting cutter begins to work.
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Note:
 Always adjust the position with the pinch rollers raised.
 Please reposition the pinch roller by holding the center of the pinch roller and
moving it from the rear end of the machine. (Figure 2-19)
 DO NOT move the pinch roller by holding its front rubber roller (Figure 2-20).
(O) (X)
Correct Incorrect
2.5.2 Loading the Roll Media
You can use the stand. Please refer to Chapter 2.2 for hardware setup, and Chapter 2.5.1
for media loading.
2.5.3 How to change the poll size without turning off the machine?
Have the machine on-line, press origin set once and the red error light will start blinking,
then pressed again and the machine will start moving to get the new size. Then open the
VLCD and under the poll size you will find the new measurements.
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2.5 Cable Connection
The cutting plotter communicates with a computer through a USB (Universal Serial Bus)
or a Serial port (RS-232C). This chapter shows you how to connect the cutting plotter to a
host computer and how to set up the computer and cutting plotter interconnection.
NOTICE: When USB connection is enabled, serial port will be disabled automatically.
2.5.1 USB Interface

Expert II series build-in USB interface are based on the Universal Serial Bus Specifications
Revision 2.0 (Full Speed).
2.5.1.1 Connecting your GCC cutter

1. Turn on the machine.
2. Connect the USB connector to the machine and then USB driver will installed
automatically. It will take a few minutes to find the device. Please DO NOT disconnect
the USB cable until the installation has completed.
3. You can double click the USB icon on the taskbar to make sure the USB device is
detected.
2.5.1.2 Installing the driver

Use the USB One-click Installation for quick driver installation. Follow the simple steps
below for driver setup.
Caution!!
 If you are using Windows 7 and above as your operating system,
make sure you log in using the “Administrator” account.
Step 1 Put the installation DVD into your CD-ROM. Please make sure that the USB
device is connected before you start the driver installation.
Step 2 Choose the model you want to install from the driver list and click on Windows
Driver (Win 7 and Above) (Automatic Detection) or Windows Driver (Win 7 and
Above) (Manual Selection) to start installing the Driver and AAS plug-in.
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Step 3 Click “Next” to start the driver installation.
Step 4 If you were Windows 7 and above users, please click on the red words to
instruct you how to disable Windows Update to allow success driver installation.
And then click OK to next step.
Step 5 Please make sure the cutting plotter is powered on and connected to theUSB
device, and then click OK to next step.
Step 6 Confirm to close all running application programs before you start installing the
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driver, and then click OK.
Step 7 The installation will take a few minutes to complete and you will see a message
below and click on “OK” upon completion. Enjoy your GCC cutter!
Step 8 If you want to install AASII VBA on CorelDRAW and Adobe Illusatrator, exit
CorelDRAW and Adobe Illusatrator program, and then click on“Install.”
Step 9 Check Install Message to confirm CorelDRAW and AI version and then click
OK.
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Note:
(1) If the driver is being installed for a second time, the user will be prompted as to
whether a second copy of the driver installation is required.
(2) If the user selects yes, a second copy of the driver will be installed.
(3) For users who have upgraded Adobe Illustrator or CorelDRAW, please go to the
AAS Installer page in the Printer Properties window and click “Install” to access
the latest version of GCC AAS Plug-in.
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2.5.1.3 Driver Un-installation
You have to remove previous version driver installed on your PC system completely
before you can install the latest version successfully. Please refer to below steps.
Step 1 Go to Control Panel\Hardware and Sound\Devices and Printers window. Right

click the printer and select “Remove device.”
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Step 2 After removing the unit, click on any printer on the page and select “Print server
properties.” (For Win 7 and above)
Or right click on blank space and then select “Print server properties.” (For
Windows XP)
Step 3 Select “Driver” page
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Step 4 Select the model and click on “Remove”.
Step 5 Select “Remove driver and driver package” and click OK.
Step 6 Click Yes and then click “Delete” and “OK,” and the driver installed on PC is
completely removed.
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2.5.2 RS-232 Interface

 Connecting to the RS-232 (Serial) Port
1. For IBM PC, PS/2 users or compatibles, connect the RS-232C cable to the serial
connector of the assigned serial port (COM1 or COM2) of your host computer.
2. Set up the communication parameters (Baud Rate and Data Bits/Parity) to match the
setting of software package, refer to chapter 3 – “Misc” key description.
Caution!! Please turn off the plotter before plugging the RS-232C
2.5.3 Data Transmitting

There are two options to transmit the data from the computer to the cutting plotter:
Option 1: With proper interface settings, the data can be transmitted from your application
software package to the cutting plotters directly.
Option 2: Most cutting software packages are able to emulate HP-GL or HP-GL/2
commands. As long as the file is HP-GL or HP-GL/2 format, the cutting plotter
can output the data precisely.
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2.5.4 Printer Sever Shared Setting
In “A-PC”, set the printer driver as a shared printer, then use B-PC to connect A-PC’s printer
driver via Intranet.
A-PC B-PC
Intranet
USB or COM
Step 1 Set A-PC’s printer driver as a shared printer (Right-click on printer icon, choose
“Printer properties”. Click “Sharing” tab then check “Share this printer.”)
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Step 2 Click “Advanced” tab, then choose “Print directly to the printer” option.
Step 3 Send a job from A-PC to the machine to check if A-PC is connected to the machine.
Try to send a job

to check if the
port is working.
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Step 4 Activate A-PC’s Printer Driver from B-PC’s Network.
Step 5 Right-click on the printer icon, and select “Connect” to A-PC’s printer.
2.6 Software Installation
2.6.1 GreatCut Installation
Step 1 Click GreatCut Registration in installation DVD to

go http://gccvoucher.eurosystems.lu/, and then enter your voucher code provided
when purchasing GreatCut and click “Go on!”
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Step 2 Click “Request” to go to registration page.
Step 3 Fill in the required information and click “Request license code.”
Step 4 The registration is completed; you should receive two emails, one is registration
confirmation with activation link and another is your license data with .ecf file.
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Step 5 Check your email to see if you receive the activation link and click the link that will
direct you the link for GreatCut download.
Step 6 Click “Install GreatCut” in installation DVD.
Step 7 Select a destination folder.
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Step 8 Select Typical and click Next.
Note: You may select custom setup to install additional drivers.
Step 9 Select the folder and click Next.

Default program folder in the start menu is GCC\GreatCut 3.
Step 10 GreatCut is installing.
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Step 11 Click Finish to complete installation.
Step 12 Before you launch GreatCut, open the .ecf attached to the license data email to
install your license data to GreatCut so that you don’t need to fill in your
information again.
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Step 13 If the license do not install successfully, you will need to fill in your license data
manually. You can find the details of your license data from the email.
Step 14 GreatCut is ready to use now.
2.6.2 Sure Cuts A Lot Installation (Optional Item)
2.6.2.1 Auto Installation
Step 1 Put your installation DVD into your CD-ROM to start the installation. The software is
compatible with Windows 7 and above and Macintosh OSX 10.6 and above.
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Step 2 Select “Install Sure Cuts A Lot” to start the installation.
Step 3 Press Next to continue.
Step 4 Select “I accept the agreement” and press “Next.”
Step 5 Use the default folder (suggested) or select a folder you want to install the Sure Cuts
A Lot and press “Next.”
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Step 6 Tick “Create a desktop icon” if you want to create a shortcut on your desktop, and
tick “Associated scut4 extension” to associate the scut4 extension file with Sure
Cuts A Lot software. Then press “Next” to start the installation.
Step 7 Don’t tick “Install USB Driver” and tick “Launch Sure Cuts A Lot,” and then press
“Finish” to compete installation.
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Step 8 Run Sure Cuts A Lot.
Step 9 Press “Activate…”to activate Sure Cuts A Lot. Please make sure it is connected to
the internet.
Step 10 Put your name in the Name column and enter the 25-letter software key shown on
the DVD front cover to the Serial column and press “OK” to complete the
activation.
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Step 11 Sure Cuts A Lot is ready to use.
Note
 If you use a trial version to output graphics, meaning you do not enter the
software key to activate the Sure Cuts A Lot mentioned above, there will be
two extra lines cut through the design, therefore, make sure the Sure Cuts
A Lot software is activated before implementing cutting jobs.
2.6.2.2 Manually Activate Software
If the computer connected to cutter doesn’t have internet connection to accomplish above
software activation process, you can use “Activate manually” function alternatively to enter
the “Activation Code” to start the usage of Sure Cuts A Lot. Meanwhile, you need to find
another computer that has internet access to obtain the “Activation Code” in advance
following below instructions.
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Step 1 Check the "Activate manually" checkbox and you should see the Site Code and
Activation Code fields appear. The Site Code field will be pre-filled in and cannot be
changed.
Step 2 Visit http://www.craftedge.com/activation/surecutsalot via an internet connected

computer. Enter your name, serial (software key, shows on the DVD cover) and site
code.
Step 3 Click on the "Generate Activation Code" button, and your activation code will be
shown in the Activation Code field.
Step 4 Copy and paste the activation code back into the activation dialog box of Sure Cuts A
Lot program and hit ok.
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2.6.2.3 Re-install Sure Cuts A Lot Software
If you change a new computer, you may need to deactivate your Sure Cuts A Lot software
and re-install it on your new device.
Go to “Deactivate…” under Help and press Yes to confirm, then follow the installation
procedure and use the same code to activate it on another computer.
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Chapter 3 Operation
3.1 The Control Panel
3.1.1 The Outline of control panel
Figure 3-1
Key Function
POWER LED To indicate the power status ( light up: power on; light off: power off )
ERROR LED To indicate the error status ( light up: error; light off: normal )
To switch modes or stop cutting job( light up: on-line; light off: off-line )
ON/OFF LINE While in on-line mode: only ON/OFF LINE and PAUSE keys activated
While in off-line mode: the settings in VLCD can be adjusted.
PAUSE To temporarily halt cutting process or to continue
REPEAT To repeat last job.
DATA CLEAR To clear up buffer memory.
CUT TEST To perform cutting tests on different media.
ORIGIN SET To reset origin at a new position.
4 Arrow Keys To move carriage position, select function, or change setting.
3.1.2 Reset Origin
Note:
 Make sure the machine is in off-line mode to enable this function.
Operation 3-1
Step 1 Move the carriage to a new position.
Step 2 Press the ORIGIN SET button to reset origin.

3.1.3 Cut Test
Note:
 It’s recommended to keep performing this function until the cutting
quality meets your demand before executing the cutting job.
Step 1 After sizing, press the ON/OFF LINE button to set as off-line mode.
Step 2 Move the carriage to a preferred position.
Step 3 Press CUT TEST button to perform.
3.1.4 Repeat
Note:
Step 1 Press the ON/OFF LINE button to set as off-line mode.
Step 2 Press the REPEAT button to perform re-plot function starting at the position where
the carriage locates. It is also available to move carriage to a preferred position,
re-set origin, and then perform this function.
3.1.5 Repeat AAS Job

This feature allows users to repeat AAS jobs automatically without having to operate on the
computer side.
Step 1 When the first AAS job finishes, press “Repeat” on the control panel to activate this
function.
Note:
 Please be noted that this feature is mainly applied to the Single paper
mode; ensure a new piece of material is loaded and the origin
repositioned to the first registration mark before “Repeat” is pressed.
Operation 3-2
3.2 VLCD
“VLCD” is a computer program to help modify parameters of cutting functions.
3.2.1 Installation
Step 1 Copy the VLCD.exe file in the Accessories folder of the Expert II Installation DVD
onto your local drive to finish installation.
Step 2 Launch VLCD by double-click on the icon.
Note:
 Make sure the machine is in on-line mode to enable this program.
 There is media in the machine.
Step 3 Choose the right port connected to your computer (Figure 3-2).
If you are using the USB cable, choose the model name from the pull down menu.
If you are using a Serial cable, choose either COM1 or COM2. Make sure no other
devices are occupying the port that you are going to use.
Step 4 Press the Connect button to connect your computer and the cutter. If the
connection succeeds, the model info, firmware version, and adjustable parameter
columns will be showing (Figure 3-3).
Operation 3-3
3.2.2 Functions of VLCD
Below are the functions adjustable in VLCD for Expert II.

 Poll Size
 Blade Force
 Blade Holder
 Media Weight
 Blade Offset
 AAS Offset
 Auto Unroll
 Update
 Poll Size
To reveal the X/Y values.
In the case, the maximum plotting length

is 25000mm, and the distance between
the farthest two pinch rollers is 158.975
mm (Figure 3-4).
Figure 3-4
 Blade Force
To adjust the blade force between 0 and 350 (Default = 35).
Note: when plotting with a pen, adjust the Force to the lowest setting to avoid faint lines as
well as to extend the life of a pen.
Operation 3-4
 Blade Holder
To choose the blade holder- Plastic (Default) or Metal.
 Media Weight
To choose different weights of media in two options: Heavy, and Light (Default).
 Blade Offset
To adjust the blade offset to ensure cutting quality in 8 options: 0.000, 0.175, 0.250
(Default), 0.275, 0.300, 0.500, 0.750, and 1.000.
 AAS Offset
To set or modify AAS offset value.
You can refer to “5.3 Printer Test” for more details.
 Auto Unroll
To switch options for sheet media and roll media (Auto Unroll On: Default).
 Update
To apply the changed setting onto the cutter by presses the Update button.
Operation 3-5
3.2.3 Restore factory default settings

VLCD allows you to turn all parameters to factory-default settings.
Step 1 Enter the USB-port switching mode by pressing “Pause”(2) after “On/Off line”(1) and
then press “Origin Set” (3).
Step 2 Press the left key (4) and then up (5)
Step 3 You have now entered the Data clear and restoring default settings mode; press “Data
clear” (6) and then “Origin Set” (7) to confirm.
Step 4 The default settings restoring process has been completed. All buttons will be ineffective
before the cutter is rebooted.
Step 5 Restart your cutting plotter now.
Operation 3-6
3.3 File Uploader
3.3.1 Installation
 “File Uploader” is a tool to help loading files for direct output.
 The program ONLY supports HPGL format-files generated via GCC Cutter driver.
 Copy the GCC File Uploader.exe file in the Accessories folder of the Expert II’s
Installation CD onto your local drive to finish installation.
 Launch GCC File Uploader by double-click on the icon (Figure 3-5).
3.3.2 Functions of File Uploader
 Port setup
 This function will be activated while choosing COM port for data transmission.
 Press the Port setup button to pop up the setup window for parameter change (Figure
3-6).
 Repeat
 Activate this function by click on the Repeat’s checkbox.
 Repeat Delay – the pause time between jobs; Unit: second.
 Repeat Counts – the number of repeat jobs.
Operation 3-7
3.4 Data Transmission
There are two options to transmit the data from the computer to the cutting plotter:
Option 1: With proper interface settings, the data can be transmitted from your application
software package to the cutting plotters directly.
Option 2: Most cutting software packages are able to emulate HPGL or HPGL/2 commands,
therefore. As long as the file is HPGL or HPGL/2 format, the cutting plotter can
output the data precisely.
3.5 Expert II Print Driver Setting

3.5.1 Expert II Print Driver setting>Option Page
File Function:
The file function section allows users to set the parameters of Speed, Force, Offset and Quality
for later use. This section is useful when performing repeated jobs on a variety of objects,
allowing you to save your frequently used cutter parameters and load them in the future.
• Custom Media: This section lists the files for the parameter settings that you have recently
created and worked. You can save more than 50 files to simplify your cutting job.
• Default: This section contains the reference settings that are applicable with the verified
materials to achieve the best cutting results. Please note that the setting value might need to
be adjusted according to different suppliers of materials.
• SAVE: This function will save current print driver parameter settings to a file under the
specified location on your computer. (Saved parameter setting files will be tagged with the
Expert II series extension)
• LOAD: This function allows you to load previously saved print driver parameters.
• ORIGINAL: This function will load the print driver’s original factory parameter settings.
• SAVE TO DEFAULT: This function allows you to save your current print driver parameters as
the default startup settings.
• DELETE: This function will delete the file you select from the Custom Media section, whereas
the settings in Default section cannot be deleted. Please note the delete function only
Operation 3-8
removes the list shown in Custom Media section, it does not remove the file from your hard
drive, if you wish to completely remove the file from your hard disk, you will have to manually
delete the file from your operating system.
Die Cut
The Die Cut function must be activated with the Kiss Cut function to avoid the falling of
cut-through materials and material jam beneath the carriage. Die Cut helps you to cut through
the backing of the material while Kiss Cut cuts through only the top layer but not the backing.
This will leave only tiny bits of the backing attached to the top layer, creating complete individual
patterns with backing sheets (see figure 3-7 and 3-8).
Vinyl
Figure 3-7 Cutting line
Figure 3-8
Operation 3-9
To activate the Die Cut function, go to “Option”, tick “Die Cut”, and enter the amount you wish
for the “Length” and “Force” of both Die Cut and Kiss Cut, then click “OK” (see figure 3-9).
*Note:
The length setting for the
cutting line of Die Cut is in the
range of 0-2000mm whereas
that of Kiss Cut is 0-100mm.
Figure 3.9
When the job is completed and you untick the Die Cut function, you will be able to adjust the
pen speed, pen force, and offset in the section on the top following normal operating
procedures (see figure 3-10).
Note:
1. The extension of the blade has to be set to
cut through both the top layer and the backing
in the very beginning. You then adjust the tool
force for the best cutting performance.
2. Once the Die Cut function is activated, it
will perform on all the line segments on the
object.
Figure 3-10
Operation 3-10
3.6 Reference Parameter Setting for Different Materials

The following reference parameter is used on GCC verified materials shown in the table.
Personalized/ Wall
Material Vehicle stickers Window decoration Window tint
stickers
Blade red red red red / yellow
Blade tip length (mm) 0.28 0.27 0.25 0.09
Force (g) 105 85 95 70
Speed (cm/sec) 72 60 65 72
Offset (mm) 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25
RX, Jaguar, Puma, RX, Jaguar, Puma, RX, Jaguar, Puma, RX, Jaguar, Puma,
Recommend model
EX, AR EX, AR EX, AR EX, AR
Material Stencil Reflective film Flock Cardboard

Blade red / green green green green
Force (g) 180 380 135 165
Speed (cm/sec) 15 3 30 30
Offset (mm) 0.25 / 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5
RX, Jaguar, Puma, RX, Jaguar, Puma, RX, Jaguar, Puma, RX, Jaguar, Puma,
Recommend model
EX, AR EX EX, AR EX, AR
Material Magnets Protective tint Rhinestone Sandblast mask

Blade green green green blue
Force (g) 580 320 190 85
Speed (cm/sec) 3 3 15 60
Offset (mm) 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.25
RX, Jaguar, Puma, RX, Jaguar, Puma,
Recommend model RX, Jaguar RX, Jaguar, Puma
EX EX, AR
Material Small text (vinyl)
Blade black
Blade tip length (mm) 0.27
thick: 150
Force (g)
thin: 90
Speed (cm/sec) 9
Offset (mm) 0.175
Recommend model RX, Jaguar, Puma
Operation 3-11
Chapter 4 Basic Maintenance
This chapter explains the basic maintenance (i.e. cleaning the cutting plotter) required
for the cutting plotter. Except II for the steps mentioned below, all the other
maintenances must be performed by a qualified service technician.
4.1 Cleaning the cutting plotter
In order to keep the cutting plotter under good conditions and have the best performance, you need to
clean the machine properly and regularly.
Precaution in Cleaning
 Unplug the cutting plotter before cleaning.

 Never use solvents, abrasive cleaners or strong detergents for
cleaning. They may damage the surface of the cutting plotter and
the moving parts.
Recommended Methods
 Gently wipe the cutting plotter surface with a lint-free cloth. If necessary, clean it with a water-rinsed
or an alcohol-rinsed cloth. Wipe the cutting plotter to remove any residues on the cutting plotter.
Finally absorb water with a soft, lint-free cloth.
 Wipe all the dust and dirt from the tool carriage rail.
 Use a vacuum cleaner to clean any accumulated dirt and media residue beneath the pinch roller
housing.
 Clean the platen, paper sensors and the pinch rollers with a water-rinsed cloth or alcohol-rinsed
cloth. Finally absorb water with a soft, lint-free cloth.
 Use the same method mentioned above to clean dust and dirt from the stand.
Basic Maintenance 4-1

4.2 Cleaning the Grid Drum
 Turn off the cutting plotter, and move the tool carriage away from the area needed to be cleaned.
 Raise the pinch rollers and move them away from the grid drum for cleaning.
 Use a bristle (a toothbrush is also acceptable) to remove dust from the drum surface. It needs to
rotate the drum manually to clean the drum completely (Figure 4-1).
Figure 4-1
4.3 Cleaning the Pinch Rollers
If the pinch rollers need a thorough cleaning, use a lint-free cloth or cotton swab to wipe away the
accumulated dust from the rubber portion of the pinch rollers. To prevent the pinch rollers from rotating
while cleaning, use your fingers to hold the pinch rollers in place.
Use a lint-free cloth or cotton swab rinsed with alcohol to remove the embedded or persistent dust.
Basic Maintenance 4-2

Chapter 5 Automatic-Aligning System
AAS II (Automatic-Aligning System II) is only available for Expert II LX models. For Expert II 24
or 52 users, you can skip this chapter.
Please note that this chapter is only an instruction to AASII; for step-by-step instructions, please
refer to the following chapters: 07_A-4 CorelDraw Plug-In, 07_A-5 Illustrator Plug-In, 07_A-6
GreatCut Plug-In.
5.1 Introduction
The Expert II cutting plotters feature a standard Automatic-Aligning System (AAS II) to
guarantee precise contour cutting quality by detecting the registration marks printed around the
graphic.
Notice
 Avoid any kind of light source horizontally illuminating the AAS module.
- PROHIBITED - ACCEPTABLE
 DO NOT take off the cover of AAS module while in operation.
- PROHIBITED
Automatic-Aligning System 5-1

5.2 AAS Contour Cutting System
The AAS system has one calibration procedures to ensure maximum accuracy of AAS
operation. To operate the AAS you need to learn about the method of media feeding firstly.
(Refer to 2.4 Media Loading.)
5.2.1 Notice for Registration Marks

The first registration mark is designed to be different in order to identify the origin for AAS
auto-detection. The following precaution must be aware for registration marks to be read
automatically.
 Type of media
 Registration mark pattern
 Reading range required for detection the registration marks
 Position for registration marks and medium
The registration marks have to be:
 Created by cutting software like GreatCut or GCC CorelDRAW plug-in
 In black color (printing quality of registration marks is essential; incorrect,
misaligned colors, blurry or smeared printout might leading to inaccurate cutting
result)
 Length: The length of marks
 Range: 5mm~50mm
 Optimized Setting: 25mm
 Thickness: The line thickness of marks
 Range: 1mm~2mm
 Margin: The distance between marks and images
 Range: 0mm~50mm
The cutter can not detect the marks while:
 Cutter carriage is not located near the outside area of first mark before
detecting (See the picture in page 5-7 for auto-detecting area of first mark.)
 Medium thickness is more than 0.8mm
 Transparent medium is used
 Non-monochrome drawing. The marks can’t be read if is printed on colored
medium
 Dirty or creased medium surface

5.2.2 AAS II on Expert II

There are three types of AAS II mark patterns: 4-Point Positioning, Segmental Positioning, and
Multiple Copies. Note that before print out your designs by inkjet printers, the registration marks
have to be created on your graphic designs by cutting software like SignPal, GreatCut or GCC
CorelDraw plug-in. Hand-made marks or drawings won’t be reorganized by GCC cutting
plotters. For more details about registration mark setting in cutting software, please refer to
‘Appendix A-4 : CorelDraw Plug-In Instruction’, ‘Appendix A-5 : Illustrator Plug-In’, Appendix
A-6 GreatCut Plug-In.
1. 4-Point Positioning
This is the basic mark pattern that AAS II will auto detect four registration marks and contour
cut images inside those marks.
 Command: Esc.D1;(XDist);(YDist):
 Layout: 4 registration marks at the 4 corners around the design
2. Segmental Positioning
In addition to 4 original points, the intermediate registration marks are added on both X axis
and Y axis to help contour cut accurately, especially for cutting large images.
 Command: Esc.D2;(XDist);(YDist);(XStep);(YStep):
 Layout:
In-between distance on X: 200~600mm, default 300mm
In-between distance on Y: 200-600mm, default 300mm
3. Multiple Copies
The function is used to duplicate images to let you cut quantities of images at a time.The
AAS II sensor will automatically scan registration marks for each individual image to ensure
the contour cutting precision.

 Command: Esc.D3;(XCopies);(YCopies);(Space):
 Layout:
5.3 Printer Test
Before performing AAS contour cutting, it’s recommended to print out a test file that you
can find in the enclosed Installation CD to make sure the AAS II cutting accuracy of
Expert II.
There are two testing files for AASII:

1. AAS II_X_Y_Offset_Caberation_A4 .eps (A4 size)
2. AAS II_X_Y_Offset_Caberation_600_600 .eps (Default setting, it is recommended
for testing)
 Print out the testing graphic. ( Please use high precision printer)
 Load the graphic to Expert II and sent the file to test the cutting job
 If there are any adjustments to be made, you can change the offset value by
following the steps:
■ Measure the offset values from the printed line and the actual cutting line.
■ Enter the AAS Offset under MISC function for the values you just measured,
then press Enter
■ Test the cutting again
■ AAS II offset X and Y value is defined as following:
Horizontal line is defined as X and vertical is defined as Y (when facing the
cutting plotter)
■ When the actual cutting line and the printed line need to be changed towards
the direction of origin mark, then simply add the negative value of the offset.
If the direction is from the opposite of the origin mark, then enter positive
values for the offset (see the following figures). This method applies to both

X and Y axes.
Note:
 Before adjusting the AAS II settings, please proceed scaling for width and length.
 The blade offset value isn’t set for this test graphic, please set it according to the
blade you use.
 If you have any question, please contact us or your local distributor for assistance.
5.4 Registration Mark Offset Range

Please correctly load your media (refer to the alignment ruler on the platen) to make sure the
registration marks are successfully detected. Deviation exceeds the range below will lead to
detection failure.

5.5 Contour Cutting
For accurate contour cutting with AAS function, please proceed the following steps:
Step 1 Creating Graphics

■ Create the graphic that you want to print and cut in your software.
■ Create a contour for cutting around the graphic.
TIPS1: Leave some space between the graphic and contour line.
TIPS2: Create the contour in a separate layer and assign a different color for it.
■ Add registration marks around the graphic.
Note:
The Multiple Copies function is also available. It automatically copy the graphic and
registration marks.

Step 2 Placing the Registration Marks

 The AAS Layout Instruction:
* Auto-detection function on the 1st mark covers the grey area

 Suggested 30mm margin on both left and right sides of media sheet.
 Suggested 20~30mm margin on top of media sheet, and at least 50mm margin on
the bottom edge to prevent sheets dropping or any error occurred while media sizing.
Step 3 Print the Graphics

■ Print the graphic and the marks with your printer
(Scaling = 100%).
■ When printing on a roll media, make sure the orientation as following:

Step 4 Load the printout onto cutter

■ The Origin Mark is different from the rest registration marks. Please make sure the
media is fed with correct direction.
Step 5 Cut the Contour

■ Send out the command from software to perform the contour cutting job.
5.6 Tips for AAS
For getting better results of contour cutting, there are some tips below for your reference.
 Keep light sources simple and avoid illuminating from the sides of cutter.
 Before operating AAS, change the maximum paper size in Expert II driver
property.
Step 1 Find the Expert II model in the “Printer & Fax” folder of your PC.
Step 2 Open the Properties window and select the “Paper” tab.
Step 3 Change the maximum Paper Size of X to 1200mm.
 Adjust the cutting speed to between 200~400mm/sec.
 Avoid the registration marks locating on the tracks of pinch rollers.
 Make sure the edge of the media is not bent up when detecting registration marks.

Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting
This chapter helps you to correct some common problems you may come across. Prior to
getting into the details of this chapter, please be sure that your application environment is
compatible with the cutting plotter.
Note:
Before contacting your local dealer, please make sure that the problems are coming from your
cutting plotter, not from the communication between the computer and cutting plotter or from a
malfunction in your computer or software.
Why doesn’t the cutting plotter operate?
6.1 What if Expert II cannot operate?
If your cutting plotter doesn’t plot, please check the following items first:
Is the power cord plugged in properly?

Is the power cord connected to the power connector properly?
Is the power switch turned on properly?
Solutions: If the POWER LED lights on, the cutting plotter should be in a normal condition.
Turn off the cutting plotter and turn it on again to see if the problem still exists.
If the POWER LED doesn’t light, please call your local dealer to resolve this
problem.
6.2 Light Indicators
Some of the operating problems can be identified by the lights on the control panel.
When your cutting plotter stops operating or the lights are on or flashing unexpectedly, see the
following descriptions of the panel light patterns and the actions you should take.
Trouble Shooting 6-1

6.2.1 Warning Indicators
When the ERROR LED flashes (as shown below), take the necessary actions according to
the following instructions. When the problems are solved, the ERROR LED will turn off
automatically. Pressing the ON/OFF LINE button can also turn off the ERROR LED.
ON/OFF DATA CUT

Warning Indicators ERROR REPEAT
LINE CLEAR TEST
1 Graph was clipped
2 HPGL/2 command Error
3 Lever up or no media
4 Cannot repeat
5 Communication error
6 Width sensor error
7 Check media, drum or X motor
= flash = on = off
Warning 1 The graph is clipped

This condition indicates that the cutting graph is bigger than the cutting area.
You can solve the problem by:

1. Reload a wider or longer media.
2. Move the pinch rollers to widen the cutting area.
3. Re-scale the graph to a smaller size. Then send the cutting job again from your computer
to the cutting plotter.
Warning 2 HPGL/2 command error

If the cutting plotter cannot recognize the commands from your computer, please check the
commands applied to your cutting plotter in the HP-GL/2 or HPGL commands. Then send the
same job to the cutting plotter again.
If that doesn’t solve the problem, please contact your local dealer.
Warning 3 Lever up or no media

Check that you have lowered the lever down and make sure that you load the media before
cutting.

Warning 4 Cannot repeat cutting

There are two possibilities:
1. There is no data in the buffer: please send the job again from your computer;
2. The buffer is full: please send the same job from your computer again.
Under both conditions, press the ON/OFF LINE key to clear the warning message.
Warning 5 Communication error

Check that the serial/USB cable has been connected to the cutting plotter and computer
properly.
If so, then check whether the interface settings are correct. Check that the communication
settings in your PC are the same as the ones on your cutting plotter (for example – 9600bps,
no parity, 8 bits, 1 stop bit). Then, press ON/OFF Line key to switch back to On Line mode.
Warning 6 Width sensor error

Check that the pinch rollers are positioned above the grid drum and reload the media again.
Note:
In order to identify the warning messages easily, please stick the warning
sticker (in accessory box) on the side cover of your cutting plotter.
6.2.2 Error Indicators
If some mechanical problems occur during the operation, the ERROR LED will turn on. Please
follow the instructions below to solve the problem. If the cutting plotter still cannot work,
please contact your local dealer and tell him or her about the error indicator.
ON/OFF DATA CUT

Error Indicators ERROR REPEAT
LINE CLEAR TEST
1 SRAM error
2 DRAM error
3 Check media, drum, or X motor
4 Check media or Y motor
= flash = on = off
Error 1 and 2
Please contact your local dealer to replace SRAM or DRAM.

Error 3 Check the media, drum or X-motor (Drum driven motor)

This message indicates that there might be a problem on the X-axis.
Please check that the drums are working normally and see that the media is well loaded. Then turn on
the power and reboot the cutting plotter.
Error 4 Check the media, or Y motor (carriage driven motor)

This message indicates that there might be an obstruction to the carriage relating to a problem on the
Y-axis.
Please clear the obstruction and check that the carriage can move smoothly. Then turn on the power
and reboot the cutting plotter.

6.3 Cutting Quality Problems
Note: The daily maintenance of your cutting plotter is very important.

Be sure to clean up the grid drum and pinch rollers regularly for better
cutting accuracy and output quality.
Is the blade installed correctly and the blade

holder fastened securely?
Yes No
Is the blade dull Refer to Chapter 2.3

or chipped? “ Blade Installation”
Yes No
Replace Is tool force set up

with a new properly? (The default
blade for tool force is 80 gf)
Yes No
Is the tool offset set up Adjust the tool force to obtain an

properly? optimum blade force. Refer to
Chapter 4.3 “Cutting Force and
Offset Adjustment”
Yes No
Is there any dirt adhered to Adjust the tool offset to

the blade? obtain an optimum value.
Yes No
Remove the Please contact your dealer for

blade and clean technician support.
it.

Expert II Series Specification
Model Number EX II-24 EX II-24LX EX II-52 EX II-52LX

Max. Cutting Width 600 mm (23.6 in.) 1320 mm (51.96 in)
Max. Media Width 719 mm (28.3 in.) 1470 mm (57.87 in.)
Material Thickness 0.8 mm
Max. Cutting Force 350 g
705 mm/sec (27.8 ips) 635 mm/sec (25 ips)
Max. Cutting Speed
(at 45 degree direction) (at 45 degree direction)
Mechanical Resolution 0.009 mm (0.00035 in.) 0.012 mm (o.ooo49 in.)
Software Resolution 0.025 mm (0.00098 in.)
Distance Accuracy ±0.254 mm or ±0.1% of move, whichever is greater
Repeatability ±0.1mm
Tracking 3M
Memory Buffer 1 MB / 500 KB (when using AAS)
Interfaces USB 2.0 (Full Speed) & RS-232
Type of Command HPGL, HPGL/2
Configurable Origin Yes
Control Panel 6 LEDs / 10 Keys
Diameter of Blade 2.5 mm
(H*W*D) mm 233*880*255 1065*1632*620
Dimension
(H*W*D) in 9.1*34.6*10 41.93*62.25*24.41
Net Weight 11KG (24.3lb) 53KG (116.4lb)
Stand Optional Standard
Automatic-Aligning System
Available on Expert II LX models
(AAS II)
Power Supply 100-240 VAC, 50 /60 Hz (auto switching)
Power Consumption Max. 288 W
Operation Temperature 15°C~30°C / 60°F~86°F
Environment Humidity 25% ~ 75%
 Compatible with Windows 7 and above & MAC OS X 10.6 and above. (*Purchasing serial
number for “Sure Cuts A Lot” software to work with Mac OS.)
 The specification and data sheet may vary with different materials used. In order to obtain the
best output quality, please maintain the machine regularly and properly.
 GCC reserves the right to change the specifications at any time without notice
 GCC certified material in tracking is Avery MPI 3000.
 The above listed specification values are effective only when operated with media certified by
GCC.
Expert II Specification
A-1
Blade Specification
For cutting thick fluorescent and reflective vinyl. Also for cutting
detailed work in standard vinyl.
202003480G
The blade is 45° with Red Cap (5-unit package), 0.25 mm offset,
and 2.5 mm blade diameter.
For cutting reflective vinyl, cardboard, sandblast, flock, and

stencil sharp edge.
290088080G
The blade is 60° with Green Cap (2-unit package), 0.50 mm
blade offset, and 2.5 mm blade diameter.
For cutting thin sandblast mask and stencil. The blade with
sharp angle and special design, allowing it to maneuver around
sharp corners.
265017550G
The blade is 60° with Blue Cap, 0.25 mm blade offset, and 2.5
mm blade diameter.
For Cutting small text and fine detail. Sharp blade with smallest
offset.
265017560G
The blade is 50° with Black Cap, 0.175 mm blade offset, and
2.5 mm blade diameter.
For thin and delicate media such as window tint.

265017530G
The blade is 25° with Yellow Cap, 0.25 mm blade offset, and
2.5 mm blade diameter.
Blade Specification A-2

About the Tool
A generic term referring to the blade that cuts the sheet, the pen that does plotting,
and the LED bombsight (option) used for pointing to the reference point.
OFFSET is the distance that the blade tip is displaced from the centerline of the
blade.
Blade
Central line
Blade tip
offset
Protrusion Length of the Blade
Thickness of
the media (t1)
Protrusion length
of the blade
Thickness of the
base paper (t 2)
Length of protrusion = t1 + t 2/ 2, but for your convenience you may just make it
about 0.3mm ~ 0.5mm beyond the blade holder tip.
Blade Specification A-2

CorelDRAW Output Instruction

The following is an example of how to output the file with CorelDRAW.
User Instructions
1. Open CorelDRAW, finish editing all the files you wish to plot and select all the images
at once.
2. Select “Outline Pen” to adjust the outline for cutting.
3. Adjust the value of pen width to 0.001 mm and click “OK” to save your input.
CorelDRAW Output A-3

4. Select “ File → Print” to output the file to your cutters.
5. Choose the correct model you have installed.

6. Choose the “Layout page” and click the “Reposition images to: → Bottom left corner”.
Please note that you must put your image at the bottom left corner.
7. Go back to the General page and check that your image is at the bottom left corner. Click
“Print” and get a wonderful cutting image.

CorelDRAW Plug-In Instruction
AASII VBA Installer is applicable for CorelDRAW Version 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
Installation
Please refer to Step 8 in Chapter 2.7.1.2 Driver Installation to install AAS plug-in for
CorelDRAW.
Run CorelDRAW AAS Plug-in
Step 1 Run CorelDRAW to edit your graphics and select all images at once when you wish to
plot.
Step 2 Select “ToolsMacrosRun Macro.” Then select Global Macros

(GCCAASII_Draw13.gms) under the “Macros in” manual, and press “Run”.
CorelDRAW Plug-In A-3

Step 3 Click on “Apply” and select whether you would like to add the registration marks by page
size or by object.
Step 4 Now you can print out the image file with registration marks.
Note: “Add Registration Mark by Object” will be the default selection if you click on
the image whereas “Add Registration Mark by page size” will be the default one
when the blank area on the page is clicked.
You can also add a Hot Icon for the AAS Plug-in
Select “Tools Options Workspace Customization Commands Macros

GCCMadual.GCC_AAS_Plug_In” and Click OK.

Add Registration Mark by page size
If you tick “Add Registration Mark by page size” as shown in the figure below and click “Apply”,
your registration marks will be created automatically (please see Figure A3-1).
Note:
1. The length setting will be in the range of 5-25mm
according to your page size.
2. Please DO NOT make any changes to the “Origin”

section when you choose to add registration marks by
page size as indicated below otherwise the position of
the marks will be changed (please see Figure A3-2).
Figure A3-1
Figure A3-2
The system will create the 4 marks on the 4 corners of the page as shown in the picture below
wherever you move your image.
Figure A3-3

Workable area
It allows users to edit and cut graphics in the area outside the registration marks when adding
registration marks by page.
For A4 size media sheet, the workable area is 2.5mm extended from the registration mark on
left and right sides and 4.5mm extended from the registration mark on top side. On the bottom
side, it is suggested to leave at least 25mm margin from the edge of media sheet to prevent
sheets dropping or any error occurred while media sizing.
For A3 size media sheet, the workable area is 10mm extended from the registration mark on the
left side, 9mm extended from the registration mark on the right side and 11mm extended from
the registration mark on top side. On the bottom side, it is suggested to leave at least 25mm
margin from the edge of media sheet to prevent sheets dropping or any error occurred while
media sizing.
Note: Select “Edge” mode when media sizing to allow the media sheet to be unrolled.
If you select “Single” mode, the media sheet will not be able to be moved back and
hence fail to be detected by front paper sensor.

Add Registration Mark by Object
If you tick “Add Registration Mark by Object”, you will be offered three options of registration
marks as shown below. 4-Point Positioning
 Length: The length of marks
 Range: 5mm~50mm
 Thickness: The line thickness of marks
 Range: 1mm~2mm
 Margin: The distance between marks and images
 Range: 0mm~50mm
Segmental Positioning
 X Step: The distance of intermediate position on the X axis
 Y Step: The distance of intermediate position on the Y axis
 Range: 200mm~600mm
 Optimized Setting: Less than 500mm
Multiple Copies
 No. of X Copies: The numbers of copies on X axis
 No. of Y Copies: The numbers of copies on Y axis
Figure A3-4  Range: 1~50. (The more copies you make, the more time
is needed for data transmission.)
 Numbers of X Copies * Numbers of Y Copies = The total
amount of image copies
 Copies with outline：To show outlines of image graphics
Note: The values entered in the “4-Point Positioning” section (length, thickness and
margin) will still be applied when you tick “Segmental Positioning” or “Multiple Copies”.

4-Point Positioning
4-Point Positioning
 Range: 5mm~50mm
 Range: 1mm~2mm
 Margin: The distance between marks and images
 Range: 0mm~50mm
Figure A3-5
The system will create the 4 marks as shown in the picture below.
Figure A3-6

Note:
1. To save your materials, in addition to amending object margins, you can also adjust the
length of the registration marks (5mm minimum) when you apply 4-Point Positioning (see
table 1 for suggestions based on different material sizes). The smaller the size is, the
smaller the distance between the object and the registration marks is (see the figures
below).
Area to be cut
Figure A3-7 Figure A3-8
Page size Suggested mark length

(unit: mm) (unit: mm)
A6 (105 x 148) 5
A5 (148 × 210) 8
A4 (210 × 297) 11
A3 (297 × 420) 16
A2 (420 × 594) 23
A1 (594 × 841) and above 25*
Table 1
*25mm is the suggested value for the registration mark length
2. The size of the registration marks would affect the accuracy of registration mark detection so
please make sure the amount you enter is reasonable.
3. If you change the paper size, you will have to reset the registration marks otherwise the
previous setting will be applied.

For precise cutting quality, it is suggested to select “Segmental
Positioning” when you are working on an extra long or
large-sized image to increase cutting accuracy.
 X Step: The distance of intermediate position on the X axis
 Y Step: The distance of intermediate position on the Y axis
Figure A3-9
The system will create the as shown in the picture below
Figure A3-10
Segmental Positioning will be applied to Multiple Copies when the object to be copied is of large
size (with the length or width over 200mm) to increase the accuracy of registration mark
detection.

Multiple Copies
It is suggested to select “Multiple Copies” when you would like to make several copies of one
image on your material to increase cutting accuracy.
Multiple Copies
 Range: 1~50. (The more copies you make, the more time is
needed for data transmission.)
 Numbers of X Copies * Numbers of Y Copies = The total
amount of image copies
 Copies with outline：To show outlines of image graphics
Figure A3-11
The system will create the as shown in the picture below.
Y axis
X axis
Figure A3-12

Contour cutting through CorelDraw

Step 1 Position the paper with registration marks printed by your printer on the GCC cutter.
Step 2 Select “FilesPrint”.
Figure A3-13
Note: if you use CorelDraw X5 and later, you must follow the steps below.
Step 1 Click the “color” page and go to the “Color conversions performed by:” and then select
the model name of you cutter (please refer to Figure A3-14).
Figure A3-14

Step 2 Go to the “Layout” page and select Bottom left corner at “Reposition images to”.
Figure A3-15
Step 3 Click “Print”.

Illustrator Plug-In Instruction
AASII VBA Installer is applicable for Adobe Illustrator Version CS4, CS5, CS6, CC.
Installation
Please refer to Step 8 in Chapter 2.7.1.2 Driver Installation to install AAS plug-in for Adobe
Illustrator.
Printer Setting
Step 1 Go to Control Panel, right click on the printer and select Printer Properties to open
the Printer Properties page
Illustrator Plug-In A-4

Step 2 Go to the Advanced page and make sure the “Enable advanced printing features”
box is unchecked.

User Instructions
Step 1 Open Illustrator.
Step 2 Edit your image and create a contour line (Note: you must have the line width set as
0.001mm).
Contour line
Step 3 Click on the image and apply the AAS function (FileScripts_AASII_Plug_In).

Step 4 Select the registration marks needed
Step 5 Three types of registration marks are introduced here: 4-Point Positioning, Segmental
Positioning and Multiple Copies.
Note:
The values
Step 6 Confirm entered in the
the registration “4-Point
marks Positioning”
(the 4-Point section
Position mark(length,
is usedthickness and margin)
as an illustration in the
will still besteps).
following applied when you tick “Segmental Positioning” or “Multiple Copies.”

Step 6 Confirm the registration marks (the 4-Point Position mark is used as an illustration in the
following steps).
Step 7 Click on the blank area on the page and then click “Document Setup”.

Step 8 Hit “Edit Artboards”.
Step 9 Click on “Presets → Fit Artboard to Artwork bounds”.

Step 10 Please move your mouse to the tool bar on the left when step 9 is finished and then
click “Selection Tool”.
Step 11 This will take you back to the edit mode.

Step 12 Print out the file with the contour line and the registration marks.
Step 13 Place the printed file on the cutter, lower the pinch rollers and then position the carriage
at the origin of the registration marks.
Step 14 Send the file to the cutter.

Step 15 Select the cutter model, position the object in the bottom left corner.
Step 16 Your job is now completed.

Add Registration Mark by page size

If you want to create registration mark by page size, select the object, go to “Scripts” under
“File” and select “_AASII_Plug_In”
Tick “Make by page size” and click “Apply” and the

registration mark will be created on the 4 corners of the
page automatically, sown as below.
Note:
The length setting will be in the range of 10-50mm according to your page size.

Workable area
It allows users to edit and cut graphics in the area outside the registration marks when adding
registration marks by page.
For A4 size media sheet, the workable area is 2.5mm extended from the registration mark on
left and right sides and 4.5mm extended from the registration mark on top side. On the bottom
side, it is suggested to leave at least 25mm margin from the edge of media sheet to prevent
sheets dropping or any error occurred while media sizing.
For A3 size media sheet, the workable area is 10mm extended from the registration mark on the
left side, 9mm extended from the registration mark on the right side and 11mm extended from
the registration mark on top side. On the bottom side, it is suggested to leave at least 25mm
margin from the edge of media sheet to prevent sheets dropping or any error occurred while
media sizing.
Note: Select “Edge” mode when media sizing to allow the media sheet to be unrolled. If
you select “Single” mode, the media sheet will not be able to be moved back and hence
fail to be detected by front paper sensor.

Add Registration Mark by Object
If you add registration mark by Object, you will be offered three options of registration marks.
Firstly, select the graphic which you want to add registration mark on and go to “Scripts” under
“File” and select “_AASII_Plug_In”.
Make sure to untick “Make by page size” and choose one of the registration mark types
whichever is suitable.

Three types of registration marks
4-Point Positioning
4-Point Positioning
 Range: 5mm~50mm
 Range: 1mm~2mm
 Margin: The distance between marks and
images
 Range: 0mm~50mm

Note:
length of the registration marks (5mm minimum) when you apply 4-Point Positioning (see
table 1 for suggestions based on different material sizes). The smaller the size is, the
smaller the distance between the object and the registration marks is (see the figures
below).
Area to be cut

A6 (105 x 148) 5
A5 (148 × 210) 8
A4 (210 × 297) 11
A3 (297 × 420) 16
A2 (420 × 594) 23
A1 (594 × 841) and above 25*
Table 1
3. If you change the paper size, you will have to reset the registration marks otherwise the
previous setting will be applied.

For precise cutting quality, it is suggested to select “Segmental Positioning” when you are
working on an extra long or large-sized image to increase cutting accuracy.
 X Step: The distance of intermediate position on the X
axis
 Y Step: The distance of intermediate position on the Y
axis
The system will create the marks as shown in the picture below. Segmental Positioning

Multiple Copies
It is suggested to select “Multiple Copies” when you would like to make several copies of one
image on your material to increase cutting accuracy.
Multiple Copies
 Range: 1~50. (The more copies you make, the
more time is needed for data transmission.)
 Numbers of X Copies * Numbers of Y Copies =
The total amount of image copies
 Copies with outline：To show outlines of image
graphics
 Margin: Space between marks; must be 0 or ≧ 20,
no negative numbers allowed
The system will create the as shown in the picture below.
Y axis

X axis
GreatCut Plug-In Instruction
The user manual of GreatCut software is available on the GCC installation DVD.
GCC AASII System

Below is a step-by-step instruction of using the AAS function in GreatCut software through
CorelDRAW and Adobe Illustrator.
Edit your image in CorelDRAW
4-Point Positioning
Step 1 Create a new file in CorelDRAW and click on the Create contour icon on the GreatCut
toolbar (it would appear automatically once CorelDRAW is open).
GreatCut Plug-In A-6

Step 2 Complete contour line settings (including contour offset value) and press Calculate to
confirm.
Contour offset is the distance

between the object and the
contour line.
Contour lines will be added to the images.

Tips: Vector object to create round outline
In general for vector objects you will get better results with the outline function. You will
see the difference between "Normal" and "Round" in sharp corners. The picture is shown
as below:
Normal Round
1. Click the “Create outline” to create contours in a freely definable distance around text
objects.
2. Select “Round corners” and set the value of “offset” and “tolerance.”
Offset is the value for the distance of the inline and outline from the original object.
The field tolerance indicates in which offset from the corner dot is cut respectively
rounded.

Step 3 Press the Settings icon on the GreatCut toolbar.
Step 4 Press the button on the right of Jog marks.

Step 5 Adjust the size, object margin and line thickness of your registration marks in the
Setup-Jog Marks window and click OK.
4-Point Positioning
 Size: The length of marks
 Range: 5mm~50mm
 Object margin: The distance
between marks and images
 Range: 0mm~50mm
 Line thickness: the line thickness
of marks
 Range: 1mm~2mm
Step 6 Ensure the three items below are selected and click OK.

Step 7 Click the Set Jog Marks icon on the GreatCut toolbar.

Note:
length of the registration marks (5mm minimum) when you apply the above function(see
table 1 for suggestions based on different material sizes). The smaller the size is, the smaller
the distance between the object and the registration marks is (see the figures below).
Area to be cut

A6 (105 x 148) 5
A5 (148 × 210) 8
A4 (210 × 297) 11
A3 (297 × 420) 16
A2 (420 × 594) 23
A1 (594 × 841) and above 25*
Table 1

Output
Step 1 Select both the entire object (including registration marks and the contour line) and press
the Cut icon on the GreatCut toolbar.
Step 2 The system will activate GreatCut automatically and import the registration marks and
contour line to GreatCut.

Step 3 Select Output under File.
Step 4. Select Cut with AAS in Mode/Tool in the Output to device window.
Complete the settings of AAS

Offset, Pressure, Speed,
Material width and so on.

Step 5 Click output and the object will be sent to GCC Cutting Plotter.

Note: The difference amount Number of outputs, Number of copies, and Step count in the
Output window.
1. When Number of outputs is set as 2, the square and the triangle will be cut 1 time
and then the square and the triangle will be cut 1 time at next position.
2. When Number of copies is set as 2, the square and the triangle will be cut 2 times at
the same position.
3. When Step count is set as 2, the square will be cut 2 times at the same position and
then the triangle will be cut will be cut 2 times at the same position.

Advanced Settings
For precise cutting quality, it is suggested to apply “Segmental Positioning” by adjusting the x
and y distance when you are working on an extra long or large-size image to increase cutting
quality.
Follow the same steps in the 4-Point Positioning section to complete the contour line setting
and registration mark creation procedures. Adjust the size, object margin and line thickness of
your registration marks and the space between registration marks by changing X, Y distance in
the Setup-Jog Marks window and click OK.
Step 1 Press the Settings icon on the GreatCut toolbar.

Step 3 Adjust the size, object margin and line thickness of your registration marks in the
Setup-Jog Marks window and click OK.
 Max. x Distance: The distance of
intermediate position on the X axis
 Range: 200-500 mm
 Max. y Distance: The distance of
intermediate position on the Y axis
 Range: 200-500 mm

Step 5 Click the Set Jog Marks icon on the GreatCut toolbar.

The system will create the marks as shown in the picture below.
Y axis
X axis
Follow the same steps in the Output section to output your image to GCC Cutting Plotter.
Multi-Copy
Step 1 Follow the same steps in the 4-Point Positioning section to complete the contour line
setting and registration mark creation procedures.
When you apply the “Multiple

Copies” function, the value that
has been set in this section will
still be applied.

Step 2 Click on the Set Jog Marks icon on the GreatCut toolbar and 4 marks will be created as
shown in the picture below.

Step 3 Select both the entire object (including registration marks and the contour line) and press
the Cut icon on the GreatCut toolbar.

Step 6 Select Mode as “Cut with AAS” and input the Number of outputs in X-direction and
Y-direction and Distance between copies, please don’t press output button.
Step 7 Back to CorelDRAW, Click Multi-Copy on GreatCut under File.

Step 8 Complete the Number in X/Y (the number of copies desired on the X/Y axis) and
Distance in X/Y (distance between each copy) settings then click OK. Confirm that the
value of Distance in X/Y must be the same with step 6.
Note: The spacing of vertical & horizontal (Offset X & Y) should be ≥ 20mm or = 0mm; users are
advised to set the Distance in X/Y as 0 mm to remove the space between each copy to
avoid the waste of materials.
Step 9 The system will create several copies of the object with registration marks as shown in
the picture below.

Step 10 Print the Multi-Copy images out, and put the printed media on the GCC cutting plotter.
Step 11 Go to GreatCut window, press Output button.

Edit your image in Adobe Illustrator
4-Point Positioning
Step 1 Create a new file in Adobe Illustrator.
Step 2 Select the image and go to Contour in GreatCu in File.

Step 3 Complete contour line settings (including contour offset value) and press Calculate to
confirm.
Contour offset is the distance

between the object and the
contour line.
Contour line is now added to the object.

Tips: Vector object to create round outline
In general for vector objects you will get better results with the outline function. You will
see the difference between "Normal" and "Round" in sharp corners. The picture is shown
as below:
Normal Round
1. Select the “Outline” in GreatCut option under File to create contours in a freely
definable distance around text objects.
2. Select “Round corners” and set the value of “offset” and “tolerance.”
Offset is the value for the distance of the inline and outline from the original object.
The field tolerance indicates in which offset from the corner dot is cut respectively
rounded.
Step 4 Click Settings on GreatCut under File.


Step 6 Adjust the size, object margin and line thickness of your registration marks and click OK.
4-Point Positioning
 Size: The length of marks
 Range: 5mm~50mm
 Object margin: The distance
between marks and images
 Range: 0mm~50mm
 Line thickness: the line thickness
of marks
 Range: 1mm~2mm

Step 8 Click Set Jog Marks on GreatCut under File.

Output
Step 1 Select both the entire object (including registration marks and the contour line) then click
Cut on GreatCut under File.

Step 4 Select Cut with AAS in Mode/Tool in the Output to device window.

Step 5 Click output and the object will be sent to GCC Cutting Plotter

Note: The difference amount Number of outputs, Number of copies, and Step count in the
Output window.
1. When Number of outputs is set as 2, the square and the triangle will be cut 1 time
and then the square and the triangle will be cut 1 time at next position.
2. When Number of copies is set as 2, the square and the triangle will be cut 2 times at
the same position.
3. When Step count is set as 2, the square will be cut 2 times at the same position and
then the triangle will be cut will be cut 2 times at the same position.

Advanced Settings
For precise cutting quality, it is suggested to apply “Segmental Positioning” by adjusting the x
and y distance when you are working on an extra long or large-size image to increase cutting
quality.
Follow the same steps in the 4-Point Positioning section to complete the contour line setting
and registration mark creation procedures. Adjust the size, object margin and line thickness of
your registration marks and the space between registration marks by changing X, Y distance in
the Setup-Jog Marks window and click OK.
Step 1 Click Settings on GreatCut under File.

Step 3 Adjust the size, object margin and line thickness of your registration marks and click OK.
 Max. x Distance: The distance of
intermediate position on the X axis
 Range: 200-500 mm
 Max. y Distance: The distance of
intermediate position on the Y axis
 Range: 200-500 mm

Step 4 Select the Set Jog Marks on GreatCut under File and 4 marks will be created as shown in
the picture below.
Y axis
X axis

Multi-Copy
Step 1 Follow the same steps in the 4-Point Positioning section to complete the contour line
setting and registration mark creation procedures.
When you apply the “Multiple

Copies” function, the value that
has been set in this section will
still be applied.
Step 2 Select the Set Jog Marks on GreatCut under File and 4 marks will be created as shown in
the picture below.

Step 3 Select both the entire object (including registration marks and the contour line) then click
Cut on GreatCut under File.


Step 6 Select Mode as “Cut with AAS” and input the Number of outputs in X-direction and
Y-direction and Distance between copies, please don’t press output button.

Step 7 Back to Adobe Illustrator, Click Multi-Copy on GreatCut under File.
Step 8 Complete the Number in X/Y (the number of copies desired on the X/Y axis) and
Distance in X/Y (distance between each copy) settings then click OK. Confirm that the
value of Distance in X/Y must be the same with step 6.
Note: The spacing of vertical & horizontal (Offset X & Y) should be ≥ 20mm or = 0mm; users are
advised to set the Distance in X/Y as 0 mm to remove the space between each copy to
avoid the waste of materials.

Step 9 The system will create several copies of the object with registration marks as shown in
the picture below.
Step 10 Print the Multi-Copy images out, and put the printed media on the GCC cutting plotter.

Step 11 Go to GreatCut window, press Output button.


SignPal 12 Instruction
The SignPal 12 Software is Windows System compatible and all versions support the AAS
II contour cutting function.
SignPal 12 Instruction Index:

[1] Installing the SignPal 12 software
[2] Set up your GCC Cutter on Production Manager
[3] SignPal AAS II Quick Start
[4] SignPal 12 Features List
[1] Installing the SignPal 12 software

To install the software, you must have Administrator privileges. To use the software, you
must have Administrator or Power User privileges. See your Windows user guide for more
information.
1. Uninstall any previous version of the software.
2. Go to GCC Club (http://gccf.gcc.com.tw/gccclub/login.aspx) and login, and select

Drivers > Cutter > Others > SignPal 12 to download the WinRAR file.
3. Follow the installation and activation instruction for SignPal 12 below.
SignPal 12 Instruction A-7

(1) Install and activate software on an online computer

1. Launch your browser and type https://www.saicloud.com in address bar and press
enter, then input your activation code, then click Activate, activation code can be
found in the code label in software package.
2. In login section, click I am new to the SAi Cloud and input your email address,
then click Create Account, an email will be sent to your mailbox.

3. Check your mailbox and click website link in the email then complete the information
fields.

4. Open Autorun in the WinRAR file. Then install software step by step by following the
wizard.

5. Paste your code into activation code field.
6. Select language you need, click OK and finish installation.

(2) Install and activate software on an offline computer

1. Open Autorun in the WinRAR file. Then install software step by step by following the
wizard.

2. Record your computer ID in the dialog box below and look up your computer name,
You can find your computer name by right-click on My Computer and choose
Properties.
3. Launch your browser on another online computer and

type https://www.saicloud.com in the address bar and press enter, then input your
activation code and click Activate.
The Activation code can be found in the software package certificate.

4. In login section, click I am new to the SAi Cloud and input your email address,
then click Create Account, an email will be sent to your mailbox.
5. Check your mailbox and click website link in the email then complete the information
fields.

6. Click “License Manager” can’t connect and input your computer ID and computer
name that you recorded for the offline computer before, then click Create license
Now and Download License, save license file to local.

7. Copy license file to offline computer via a removable disk device, then import it.
8. Select language you need, then click OK and finish installation.

(3) Transfer license on an online computer
1. Open License Manager from Start menu.
2. Click Remove License From This computer, Now you can install the
software on another computer.

(4)Transfer license on an offline computer

1. Open License Manager from Start menu.
2. Click Remove License From This computer, then record removal code in license
dialog box.
3. Launch your browser on another online computer,

access https://www.saicloud.com and login with your account. Click License
Removed then input removal code and click Remove. After this you can install
software on another computer.

[2] Set up your GCC Cutter on Production Manager
1. Open Production Manager 12

2. Choose and set up your GCC cutter.
(Note that AAS II System only works on RX II, Jaguar V LX, Puma III, Expert II LX
models.)


3. Select File > Print Setup in SignPal Software and select the printer.

4. Select File > Document Setup in SignPal and select paper size .

[3] SignPal AASII Quick Start
1. Use the Rectangle Tool to create a rectangle.
2. Select Effect > Contour Cut. Then click ‘Apply’ in DesignCentral window.

3. Apply the contour cut mark of GCC AASII by selecting Effect > Contour Cut Mark.
4. Select “GCC AASII” in SignPal DesignCentral window to create the AAS II

registration marks (4-Point Positioning) and click ‘Apply’ in DesignCentral window.

5. There are three types of GCC AASII registration marks: 4-Point Positioning,
Segmental Positioning, and Multiple Copies. To make ‘Segmental Positioning’
marks, please select “GCC Segmentation” in DesignCentral window and then click
‘Apply’.
6. For ‘Multiple Copies’, this function is not available in SignPal. Currently the ‘Multiple
Copies’ function is only available under CorelDraw plug-in.
7. Select File > Print to print out the image.

8. Set the Scale as 100% in Print page.
9. Load the printout vinyl on the plotter and select File > Cut Contour to send data.
You can preview the job and change cutter’s parameter settings in ‘Properties’ tab
of Cut Contour window. The Production Manager will be automatic activated to
complete the job.


[4] SignPal 12 Features List
Expert Apprentice
Text
Text Tool ● ●
Arc Text ●
Path Text ●
Vertical Text ● ●
Vertical Path Text ●
Kerning ●
Break Apart/ Join ● ●
Drawing
Bezier ● ●
Freehand Drawing ● ●
Shapes
Rectangle ● ●
Oval ● ●
Registration Mark Tool ● ●
Measure Tool ● ●
Path Editing
Select Point Tool ● ●
Remove Point ●
Add Point ●
Straighten Path ●
Round Corner ●
Sharpen Corner ●
Optimize by Curve ●
Optimize by Smooth
Arc ●
Optimize by 3point Arc ●
Make Arc ●
Reduce Points ●
Close Path ●
Change Start Point ●
Cleaver ●

Scissors ●
Make Right Angle ●
Break Path ●
Join Paths ●
Align Horizontal ●
Align Vertical ●
Align Points ●
Apply Length and
Angle ●
Remove Tiny Objects ●
Vector Eraser ●
Cleaver by Path ●
Working with Files

Job Info ●
Scanning ●
Achieve to Cloud ● ●
Workspaces ● ●
View
DesignCentral ● ●
Color Mixer ● ●
Snap ● ●
Arrange
Group ● ●
Compound ● ●
Mask ● ●
Guides ● ●
Contour Cut ● ●
Convert to Outlines ● ●
Convert Stroke to
Outlines ● ●
Convert Linked to
Native ● ●
Path Direction ● ●
Order ● ●
Cut Order ● ●

Align ● ●
Spacing ● ●
Rotate ● ●
Resize ● ●
Deskew ● ●
Mirror ● ●
Step and Repeat ●
Effects
Combine ●
Outline ●
Contour Cut ● ●
Contour Cut Mark ● ●
Shadow ●
Bitmap
Autotrace ●
Color Mode ●
Production
Cut/Plot ● ●
Manual Split Lines ● ●
Tile All Copies ● ●
Panel to Border ● ●
Auto-weld ● ●
Auto-trap ● ●
Overcut ● ●
Optimize Cutting Order ● ●

Sure Cuts A Lot
There are basic instructions of Sure Cut A Lot below. If you need detailed instruction, please
refer to Sure Cut A Lot Help.
1. Select the cutter you want to output and change the work area.
Step 1 Run Sure Cuts A Lot software.
Step 2 Select “Cutter” and select “Manage Cutters” under My Cutter to change the work
area.
Sure Cuts A Lot A-8

Step 3 Select company / brand as GCC and select model you want to output and then click
the “<--Add to list” button.
Step 4 Select GCC on the left and click “Done.”
Step 5 If you want to change the material size and orientation, you can fill a proper value in
the Document window.
Sure Cuts A Lot A-8

2. Insert Graphics from Library
Step 1 Select graphics from library to insert a selected design.
3. Draw Text
Click on the T icon at left side to create the text and select the font you like at text window.
Sure Cuts A Lot A-8

4. Import Design
If you have created your design in other design software, go to “import” or “place image”
under file to import it, SCA supports svg, scut, scal, pdf, ai. wpc eps, bmp, gif, jpg and png
files.
Tips Thousands of SVG files designed specifically for Sure Cuts A Lot!
 http://SVGCuts.com is the top of source for designer SVG files for Sure
Cuts A Lot. Thousands of high quality elements including: shapes for
card-making, scrapbooking, as well as gift bags, boxes and 3D flowers.
Sure Cuts A Lot A-8

5. Convert Image to Cutting File
Step 1 Go to Trace Image under File, or select Trace Image button on the toolbar to open
the setting window.
Step 2 Click on “Choose an image” to input the image, adjust Image Settings and Output
Settings, and click OK. Then the outline of the image will be outputted automatically.
Note
 The contrast and pixels of import images will affect the trace
image result. High contract graphics are recommended.
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6. Cut the Design
Step 1 Click on the “Cutter” button on the toolbar and Cut Settings window will appear.
Step 2 Click on “Settings…” to open GCC Cutter Settings window.
Note
 The origin point is on the bottom right.
Step 3 Adjust Registration Marks setting under GCC Cutter Settings window if needed.
*Registration Marks: set the distance between the edge of the material
and the registration marks in Mark Offset; set the size of marks in Mark
Size; set the line thickness of marks in Mark Thickness.
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Step 4 Adjust Blade Offset, Overcut Value, Multi-Cut and Quality under Cut Settings window
if needed.
*Blade Offset: set the offset value according to different blade, for a
standard blade, set the offset value at 0.25mm, 0.5mm for an optional
advanced blade and 0mm for an optional plotting pen.
*Quality: associated with the cutting result; please note the better
cutting quality, the slower cutting speed.
*Multi-Cut: to repeat the cutting job at same position which is suitable

for cutting thick material.
*Overcut: allows for easier weeding and makes up for incomplete cut
lines.
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Step 5 Under “Cut Settings” section, there are some useful functions. After setting the
parameters, click on “Cut” to send the data to the GCC cutter and the GCC cutter will
start the cutting job.
*Cut Mode: there are “WSIWYG” and “Origin Point” options, WSIWYG
means what you see is what you get, the cutter will output the graphic
at same position in preview window. While with Origin Point mode, the
cutter will cut the graphic from bottom right origin point of the material.
*Use Software Speed and Pressure: tick this section, and you can set
the values of speed and pressure manually.
*Preset: select a proper material to apply the preset speed and

pressure parameter automatically.
*Speed & Pressure: you may adjust values of speed and pressure
manually to get quality results.
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7. Print and Cut Your Design
The Print and Cut function allows you to print the graphics from Sure Cuts A Lot to printer,
and then put the printed materials on the GCC cutter to cut out the contour of printed jobs
from Sure Cuts A Lot.
Step 1 Open an image file in Sure Cuts A Lot.
Step 2 Click on the Cutter icon on the toolbar, set the parameters and click on “Print+Cut” to
add the registration marks and print out the image.
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Step 3 Click on “Print…” to open printer setting window and click OK.
Step 4 Print your design with registration marks out.
Step 5 Load the printed media to the GCC cutter.
Step 6 Press “Next” and then press “Scan+Cut”, and then the GCC cutter will detect the
registration marks and cut the contour lines automatically.
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Tips Test Connection function can save your materials.

 Click on “Test Connection” to exam if set the connection properly.
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EXPERT II Series

V.10 2018 Jun.

V.10 2018 Jun.

Thank you for purchasing the Expert II Cutting Plotter.

5.1 Introduction 5-1

Chapter 1 General Information

1.2 Package Items

4. Cutting Pad 5. USB Cable (1.8m) 6. Cushion in tool carriage

7. Tweezers 8. Paper Slicer

General Information 1-1

1.3 Product Features

1.4 The Appearance (EX II)

General Information 1-2

1.4.2 The Side Views

Figure 1-3 Figure 1-4

General Information 1-3

 Carefully handle the cutter to prevent any injuries.

Notice 2 Choosing a proper place before setting up the cutting plotter

 The machine can be approached easily from any direction.

 Keep enough space for the machine, accessories and supplies.

 Keep the working area stable, avoiding severe vibration.

 Keep the temperature between 15 and 30℃ (60-86oF) in the workshop.

 Protecting the machine from dust and strong air current.

 Preventing the machine from direct sunlight or extremely bright lighting.

Notice 3 Connecting the Power Supply

 Insert the plug (male) into a grounded power outlet.

Notice 4 Tightening or Loosing Screws with Screwdriver

2.2.1 Stand Installation

Left side vertical stand

Roll holder support

Roll holder support

Pull out the cable tie

Pull up the pin

Release the cable tie

Figure 2-8 Figure 2-9

Figure 2-11 Figure 2-12

Tips - When to replace a new blade:

2.5.1 Loading the Sheet Media

Figure 2-19 Figure 2-20

2.5.2 Loading the Roll Media

2.5.1 USB Interface

2.5.1.1 Connecting your GCC cutter

2.5.1.2 Installing the driver

Step 3 Click “Next” to start the driver installation.

Step 1 Go to Control Panel\Hardware and Sound\Devices and Printers window. Right

Step 3 Select “Driver” page

2.5.2 RS-232 Interface

2.5.3 Data Transmitting

Try to send a job

2.6 Software Installation

2.6.1 GreatCut Installation

Step 1 Click GreatCut Registration in installation DVD to

Step 2 Click “Request” to go to registration page.

Step 6 Click “Install GreatCut” in installation DVD.

Step 7 Select a destination folder.

Step 9 Select the folder and click Next.

Step 10 GreatCut is installing.

Step 14 GreatCut is ready to use now.

2.6.2 Sure Cuts A Lot Installation (Optional Item)

2.6.2.1 Auto Installation