background image

63

4

e

While holding the mat level and lightly 
inserting it under the feed rollers on the left and 

right sides of the feed slot, press 

 in the 

operation panel.

• For details, see “Loading the Mat” on page 27.

X

The “Start/Stop” button in the operation panel 
lights up.

f

Press the “Start/Stop” button to start scanning.

Creating Cutting Data

The procedure for creating cutting data differs 
depending on the mode.

‰

Grayscale recognition mode

a

Check the scanned image, and then touch the 
“OK” key.

b

In the image trim screen, use the touch pen to 

drag 

 to trim the image to the size to be 

imported.

X

If cutting lines are created, the outline of the 
scanned illustration will be black.

• Touch 

 to change the minimum object size 

that will be detected and the conversion threshold. 
For details, see “Adjusting Image Detection Levels” 
on page 72
.

• Touch 

 or 

 to edit the imported 

cutting data. For details, see “Advanced Cutting 
Functions for “Direct Cut”” on page 64.

c

Touch the “OK” key to confirm the trimmed 
area.

X

Only the cutting lines appear.

d

Press the “Start/Stop” button to start cutting.

• For details on unloading the mat after cutting, 

follow the procedure under “Unloading the Mat” 
on page 28.

‰

Color recognition mode

a

In the image trim screen, use the touch pen to 

drag 

 to trim the image to the size to be 

imported.

Memo

• Trimming the image to the desired size can 

reduce the amount of time required to convert it 
to cutting data.

b

Touch the “OK” key to confirm the trimmed 
area.

X

The image is converted to cutting data.

Summary of Contents for 891-Z02

Page 1: ...Be sure to read this document before using the machine We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference Operation Manual Cutting Machine Product Code 891 Z02 Z03 Z04 ...

Page 2: ... registered trademarks of their respective companies However the explanations for markings such as and are not clearly described within the text This product includes open source software To see the open source licensing remarks please go to the manual download section on your model s home page of Brother Solutions Center at http support brother com 2015 Brother Industries Ltd All rights reserved ...

Page 3: ...ect to change without notice The contents of this document may not be duplicated or reproduced partially or in full without permission We assume no responsibility for damages arising from earthquakes fire other disasters actions of third parties the user s intentional or negligent operation misuse or operation under other special conditions For additional product information visit our web site at ...

Page 4: ...wise the cover of the AC adapter may melt and a fire or electric shock may result If the machine is not to be used for a long period of time be sure to unplug the AC adapter from the machine and the electrical outlet for safety reasons When performing maintenance such as cleaning unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet Otherwise an electric shock may result When disconnecting the power co...

Page 5: ... sprays are used Otherwise a fire or physical injuries may result Do not use the machine near medical electrical equipment Otherwise the medical electrical equipment may be affected by the electrical waves from this machine and malfunction resulting in an accident Avoid using this machine outdoors Otherwise the machine may become wet possibly resulting in an electric shock If the machine becomes w...

Page 6: ...s may result Pay close attention to the carriage movements while the machine is operating Keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the rollers carriage and holders Do not place your fingers under the blade holder In addition keep your fingers away from moving parts such as under the tray in the front cover or under the operation panel Otherwise injuries may result In order to prevent inj...

Page 7: ...achine may result Avoid using craft paper or fabric covered with decorative layer that can easily separate such as lamé or foil The separate layer may stick to the machine s scanning device or feed rollers during operation resulting in damage to the machine It may also damage the cutting blade While the machine is operating do not pull out or push in the mat with extreme force Otherwise the blade ...

Page 8: ... resolution the image may be blurry A part of the image may be missing or the size may be reduced Scan data from midway of the original to the end may be missing Margins may be added to the edges of the scan data Do not scan the following types of originals Paper clips or staples attached Ink that is not dry Metal or overhead projector transparencies Glossy sheets or having a mirror like finish Pl...

Page 9: ... turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the authorized Brother dealer or an experienced radi...

Page 10: ...at may cause undesired operation La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones 1 es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y 2 este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada For users in European countries This Scan and Cut Machine supports wireless interface Maximum ...

Page 11: ... 43 Layout Editing Functions 43 Undoing an Operation 44 Welding Merging the Outlines of Multiple Patterns 45 Auto Layout Functions 46 Scanning a Background Image 47 Character Input Functions 48 MEMORY FUNCTIONS 50 Saving 50 Saving Patterns in the Computer 51 Recall from ScanNCutCanvas Wireless network models only 52 Recalling 52 Recalling from the Computer 53 Importing Designs 54 Cutting an Appliq...

Page 12: ...ate designs Scanning Scan mode Scan an illustration photo or your own drawing to create personalized cut designs The design can then be cut out or saved as data The many editing functions allow you to easily process the scanned design The laid out design can be saved and recalled at any time FEATURES Home screen Select a pattern Tutorial 1 page 33 Tutorial 2 page 35 Scan an image Tutorial 3 page 6...

Page 13: ...s LAN Network Function under Machine Information on page 5 of the settings screen 1 Connecting to a wireless network Connect to a wireless network from the machine s settings screen For the connection procedure refer to Wireless Network Setup Guide 2 Registering with ScanNCutCanvas for Your Machine In order to recall save patterns you must first register with ScanNCutCanvas For details refer to Wi...

Page 14: ...wered c Handles Grasped when moving the machine d Feed Slot Feeds in or out a cutting scanning mat The mat is fed by the feed rollers on both sides e Front Tray Cover Protects the feed rollers carriage and holder Open the cover while the machine is operating Unit Descriptions Rear a USB port for a USB flash drive Allows a USB flash drive to be connected for saving and recalling data b USB port for...

Page 15: ...g various settings For details see Settings Screen on page 30 d LCD Panel Displays operation screens preview images of patterns and error messages e Feed Button Feeds the loaded mat in to or out from the feed slot Be sure to press this button to feed the mat when loading or unloading it f Start Stop Button Starts or stops cutting drawing or scanning When the button function is available it lights ...

Page 16: ...hree levels To store away the operation panel first raise it until it is vertical and then it can be lowered and stored away If you wish to decrease the angle of the operation panel raise it until it is vertical and then adjust the angle again Note Follow the instructions provided above to lower the panel Lowering it forcibly may cause damage to the panel Using the Touch Pen and Spatula Stand on c...

Page 17: ...o appear and tiny picture elements to be missed in the screen Please note that this is not a sign of malfunction d To turn off the machine press in the operation panel e Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet f Disconnect the AC adapter from the machine and then disconnect the power cord from the AC adapter Note Do not wind the AC adapter cable around the adapter or bend the cable otherw...

Page 18: ...d turquoise Middle tack adhesive mat pink and turquoise Low tack adhesive mat turquoise Iron on fabric appliqué contact sheet white backing High tack adhesive fabric support sheet Paper Printer paper 80 g m 0 1 mm 3 Scrapbook paper thin 120 g m 0 15 mm 3 3 Scrapbook paper medium thick 200 g m 0 25 mm 3 3 3 Cardstock thin 200 g m 0 25 mm 3 3 3 Cardstock medium thick 280 g m 0 35 mm 3 3 Vellum traci...

Page 19: ...ith a high adhesive strength Use this mat when cutting fabric Use the low tack adhesive mat with copy paper and smooth paper Since the standard mat has a high adhesive strength materials may remain stuck to the mat causing the mat to become unusable Iron on fabric appliqué contact sheet white backing See page 19 Reinforces the fabric so that various patterns can be cut out Original texture may cha...

Page 20: ...he material to the mat use a corner of the adhesive side of the mat to test attaching it Check for the following when testing attaching the material The color does not come off the material when it is peeled off The material is not torn or deformed when it is peeled off If any problems occur when testing attaching use different material Note Use the low tack adhesive mat with copy paper and smooth...

Page 21: ...faced adhesive type of the iron on fabric appliqué contact sheet reinforces the fabric and enables any pattern to be cut easily including appliqués The sheet cannot be removed once it has been attached to the back of fabrics For quilt piecing use the high tack adhesive fabric support sheet and avoid using the iron on fabric appliqué contact sheet Note The contact sheet may not adhere to a fabric s...

Page 22: ...t to test attaching it If any problems occur when testing attaching use different material Leaving the iron in the same place for too long may scorch or melt the material e Peel off the backing from the contact sheet Before peeling off the backing allow all parts to cool a Contact sheet b Backing f With the side of the fabric that the contact sheet is attached to facing down attach the material to...

Page 23: ...n carefully being sure that the material and adhesive surfaces are properly heat set When attaching fabrics of different weights with the double sided adhesive first iron the lighter weight fabric to affix the contact sheet Notice on Use of Iron on Fabric Appliqué Contact Sheet Store the contact sheet at room temperature and in a location not exposed to high temperatures high humidity or direct su...

Page 24: ... Peel off the backing from the top of the support sheet a Backing b Adhesive d Test attaching the material Before attaching the material to the mat use a corner of the adhesive side of the mat to test attaching it If any problems occur when testing attaching use different material e From its edges attach the material to the adhesive side of the mat so that there are no wrinkles in the material Be ...

Page 25: ...paper to the mat cleanly peel off the support sheet from the mat or attach the material to a different standard mat without a support sheet attached Do not leave material attached to a mat with a support sheet attached for a long period of time otherwise the adhesive will permeate the material Notice on Use of High Tack Adhesive Fabric Support Sheet When the sheet s adhesive strength decreases or ...

Page 26: ...ting will differ depending on the type and thickness of the material to be cut Be sure to perform a trial cutting first Material and its thickness Blade scale setting Cut pressure setting Cutting blade Standard cut blade turquoise Deep cut blade purple Paper Printer paper 80 g m 0 1 mm 3 1 3 Scrapbook paper thin 120 g m 0 15 mm 3 5 0 3 Scrapbook paper medium thick 200 g m 0 25 mm 4 0 3 Cardstock t...

Page 27: ...e the protective cap After use be sure to retract the blade into the holder and attach the protective cap CAUTION Do not allow infants children to put the protective caps in their mouths b With the reference line on the holder facing toward you fully turn the cap to the right to extend the blade tip to its maximum a Reference line b Extend the blade tip to its maximum c Check the thickness of the ...

Page 28: ...se remove protective cap from blade holder before placing it into the machine carriage Do not allow infants children to put the protective caps in their mouths c Grasp the holder grip and then insert the holder into the carriage a Grip d Push down on the holder lock lever Firmly push down until the holder is locked in place e Reverse the installation procedure to uninstall the holder CAUTION After...

Page 29: ...key in the pattern category selection screen c Select a pattern in the pattern selection screen We recommend using pattern T 02 when cutting paper and pattern T 03 when cutting fabric d Touch the Set key e Check the pattern arrangement and then touch the OK key For details on changing the pattern arrangement see Pattern Layout Screen on page 43 Press to cancel the pattern selection and then select...

Page 30: ...the settings screen X Touch or to change the settings and then touch the OK key Note Depending on the fabric being used it may not be cut cleanly if the cutting pressure is not correctly adjusted For the appropriate cutting pressure see Cutting Settings on page 24 c Press the Start Stop button to start cutting X When cutting is finished the message Finished cutting appears on the display Touch the...

Page 31: ...sion That Needs to be Adjusted Note Be careful that the blade does not extend too much Otherwise the blade may break If there is too much of a blade extension the material may not be cut cleanly and the mat will deteriorate quicker Trial cutting results Tips for adjustment Part of the cut material remains when it is peeled off Too Little of a Blade Extension Turn the holder cap half a marking to t...

Page 32: ...drag it around the screen to specify the area b Mat size key Touching the key switches between the mat size 12 12 305 mm 305 mm and 12 24 305 mm 610 mm Touch the OK key to apply the settings Touch to return to the previous screen without applying the settings Background Adjust the contrast of a background image scanned with the background scanning function For details see Scanning a Background Ima...

Page 33: ...between patterns Note Set the number to 3 or higher when lightweight fabric is attached to the mat with a high tack adhesive fabric support sheet Page 4 Opening Screen Select whether the opening slide show is displayed after the machine is turned on If the slide show is displayed touch the screen to display the home screen Scanning Cutting Position Adjustment The scanning cutting position can be a...

Page 34: ...ed information can be recalled when the machine is turned on again Following the instructions in the message screen that appear when the machine is turned on again touch the OK key to display the pattern layout screen or touch the Cancel key to return to the home screen a Message screen b Pattern layout screen c Home screen If the machine is automatically turned off before you reach the pattern la...

Page 35: ...First Pattern a Select Pattern in the home screen b Select the category for the pattern to be cut out in the pattern category selection screen For this example select a Touch to return to the previous screen b Pattern categories Memo The pattern categories and built in patterns that appear in the operation screens differ depending on the machine model For details on the built in patterns refer to ...

Page 36: ...pattern can be edited moved or deleted For details on the functions that can be used in the pattern layout screen see Layout Editing Functions on page 43 By using the auto layout function the arrangement of the patterns can easily be adjusted For details see Auto Layout Functions on page 46 Select the Cut Area setting appropriate for the mat being used See page 30 X The draw cut selection screen a...

Page 37: ...sure that patterns that will be cut out are arranged in the cutting area corresponding to the size of the material to be used b Adjust the cutting speed and pressure Before cutting the pattern adjust the cutting speed and pressure These adjustments can be made from the settings screen Press in the operation panel X Touch or to change the settings Note Depending on the fabric being used it may not ...

Page 38: ... editing is finished touch the OK key For details on the pattern sizing screen see Pattern Sizing on page 42 f Select the piece to be edited first in the pattern piece list screen and then touch the OK key From the pattern piece list that appears in the screen touch a pattern piece to edit it individually Memo The pattern pieces displayed in the pattern piece list screen are automatically arranged...

Page 39: ...nd then change the material to cut out each piece For details on preparing the material and loading the mat see Loading the Mat on page 27 Cutting the First Pattern a Select Cut in the draw cut selection screen X The Start Stop button in the operation panel lights up Note Before continuing operation make sure that patterns that will be cut out are arranged in the cutting area corresponding to the ...

Page 40: ...lecting another pattern b Follow the procedures described in Loading the Mat page 27 and Cutting page 28 to load the material to be used for the second pattern piece and cut it out X When cutting is finished a message appears c After all pattern pieces have been cut out touch the Finish key X The draw cut selection screen appears again Unloading the Mat Peel from the mat the pattern piece that was...

Page 41: ...erns a Touch in the layout editing screen for making multiple pattern selection b Individually touch all the patterns you want to select in the screen and then touch the OK key a Selected patterns Memo Touching a selected surrounded with a red box pattern again clears its multiple selection Touching any blank space in the screen clears all the pattern selections Selecting All Patterns a Touch in t...

Page 42: ...n area to select the patterns c Touch and drag the area resizing keys to specify the area and then touch the OK key a Keys for specifying the area b Patterns to be selected Note This method of selecting patterns within a specified area is useful for welding or unifying patterns and deleting unwanted images when scanning page 71 a b ...

Page 43: ...etting Touch to edit only the height b Sizing Width Edit the pattern width while maintaining the aspect ratio Touch or to adjust the setting Touch to edit only the width c Duplicating Create a duplicate of the pattern Touch or to specify the number of pattern duplicates to be created d Unlocking the Aspect Ratio Touch to edit the pattern size without maintaining the aspect ratio The function is av...

Page 44: ...e pattern you select Follow the instructions in either this section or Pattern Editing Functions on page 41 Pattern Sizing Available in the following screen a Touch to edit the pattern height while maintaining the aspect ratio b Touch to edit the pattern width while maintaining the aspect ratio Memo All the pattern pieces displayed on the pattern sizing screen can be resized while maintaining the ...

Page 45: ...g For details see Auto Layout Functions on page 46 e Background Scanning Scan the material for cutting drawing to be displayed in the background of the pattern layout screen You can use specific areas of the material to cut out draw patterns or display the material that has already been cut in order to reuse it For details see Scanning a Background Image on page 47 Layout Editing Functions The lay...

Page 46: ...are selected in the layout editing screen those patterns can be unified together and edited as a single pattern This is useful for increasing or reducing the size of multiple patterns at one time For selecting multiple patterns touch in the layout editing screen For details see Selecting Multiple Patterns on page 39 X Unifying X Increasing the size of multiple patterns at one time g Welding Mergin...

Page 47: ...ttern layout screen d Touch in the layout editing screen For details on the functions in the layout editing screen see Layout Editing Functions on page 43 e Select and then touch the OK key Two pattern selection functions are available depending on your preference For details on selecting multiple patterns see Selecting Multiple Patterns on page 39 f Touch g Check the preview and then touch the OK...

Page 48: ...tterns to slightly separate them The spacing between arranged patterns can be specified in the settings screen see Pattern Interval on page 31 Perform the auto layout function after every time you adjust the spacing between patterns so the changes are applied Set the number to 3 or higher in the Pattern Interval setting when lightweight fabric is attached to the mat with a high tack adhesive fabri...

Page 49: ...pattern layout screen to start the background scanning function X The following message appears b Attach the material for the background to the mat and then press in the operation panel For details on preparing the material and loading the mat see Loading the Mat on page 27 X The mat is fed in and the Start Stop button in the operation panel lights up c Press the Start Stop button to start scannin...

Page 50: ...ap the cutouts in the background material and then touch the OK key Memo When the scanned material is unloaded the background is cleared Character Input Functions Characters can be selected edited cut out and drawn as a single pattern Select the character type from the pattern category selection screen a Select decorated characters The characters can be edited cut out and drawn as a pattern For de...

Page 51: ...ically reduced d Adjust the settings of character size and character spacing Touch or to adjust the character size or the space between characters After completing the adjustment touch the Set key a Character size adjustment keys b Character spacing adjustment keys c Size of entire character string e Check the character arrangement To cut or draw touch the OK key To save the characters as data tou...

Page 52: ... this machine s USB port for computer For details see Saving Patterns in the Computer on page 51 d Save to ScanNCutCanvas Wireless network models only In order to save to ScanNCutCanvas the machine must be connected to a wireless network This is available only after a connection has been established with ScanNCutCanvas http ScanNCutCanvas Brother com For details on making the connection refer to W...

Page 53: ...into the corresponding USB ports for the computer and for the machine b Turn on your computer and select Computer My computer a USB port for computer b USB cable connector X The Removable Disk icon will appear in Computer My computer on the computer Note The connectors on the USB cable can only be inserted into a port in one direction If it is difficult to insert the connector do not insert it wit...

Page 54: ...achine is connected to a wireless network X Simply pressing places the patterns in the pattern layout screen Recalling Note For details on the file formats that can be imported into the cutting machine from a USB flash driver or computer see Importing Designs on page 54 a Touch the Saved Data key to display the destination memory selection screen b Touch the desired destination and then select the...

Page 55: ... the pattern layout data d Touch to display the patterns in zoom mode Memo Even if a seam allowance has been saved with the pattern s see Cutting Around Drawings on page 57 the Seam Allowance setting specified in the settings screen will have priority and will be applied If necessary adjust the Seam Allowance setting in the settings screen see Seam Allowance on page 31 Recalling from the Computer ...

Page 56: ...e following formats can be imported into the machine SVG Scalable Vector Graphics vector image format for describing two dimensional graphics format svg data is displayed in the pattern list screen by file name the actual image cannot be displayed Memo The imported vector graphics will appear in the edit screen after they have been converted This feature allows you to import only vector data Image...

Page 57: ...depending on the sewing machine Refer to the operation manual for your sewing machine pes Files Using the embroidery design software system PE DESIGN save an embroidery pattern with an APPLIQUE MATERIAL pattern to the USB flash drive or the computer The procedure for saving the embroidery pattern to the USB flash drive or the computer differs depending on the version of the software Refer to the I...

Page 58: ...pport sheet appropriate for fabrics that will be cut or drawn on Drawing In this example we will draw a built in pattern on material Preparing the Pen Holder a Press the button at the center of the pen holder to unhook the lid and open it b Remove the cap from the pen and then insert the pen into the pen holder with the point down c Close the lid of the pen holder Note After use remove the pen fro...

Page 59: ... Use the same material that the pattern will be drawn on to make the adjustments f Press the Start Stop button in the operation panel to start drawing Note After use remove the pen from the pen holder and then attach the cap to the pen before storing it Cutting Around Drawings In this example we will specify a seam allowance for a built in pattern and draw the pattern then cut an outline around it...

Page 60: ...k the pattern arrangement and then touch the OK key When using fabric the patterns may not be cleanly cut if they are arranged near the edge of the fabric In this case move patterns so they are at least 10 mm from the fabric edge the edge of the cutting drawing area in the screen To re edit the pattern arrangement after checking it touch For details see Pattern Layout Screen on page 43 Select the ...

Page 61: ...the drawing pressure repeat steps a through c in this section To cut around the drawn patterns keep the mat inserted into the slot without pressing and continue with the following cutting procedure Cutting a Touch the Cut key X A preview of the line to be cut appears X The Start Stop button in the operation panel lights up b Remove the pen holder and then install the blade holder Note After use re...

Page 62: ... Stop button to start cutting X When cutting is finished the draw cut selection screen appears d Press in the operation panel to feed out the mat e Peel the patterns off the mat For details see Unloading the Mat on page 28 ...

Page 63: ...ke those described below Patterns that are clearly drawn with no gradation fading or blurriness Not using an extremely intricate design b Press to turn on the machine For details see Turning On Off the Machine on page 15 c Install the cutting blade holder into the carriage of the machine For details see Installing and Uninstalling the Holder on page 26 Scanning Depending on the color of the illust...

Page 64: ...use the color recognition mode a Background and illustration in colors with the same brightness b Color recognition mode The cutting data is created without converting the illustration to grayscale Creating data in this mode may take longer depending on the pattern The default scanning recognition setting is the grayscale recognition mode Examples of illustrations appropriate for color recognition...

Page 65: ...ustration will be black Touch to change the minimum object size that will be detected and the conversion threshold For details see Adjusting Image Detection Levels on page 72 Touch or to edit the imported cutting data For details see Advanced Cutting Functions for Direct Cut on page 64 c Touch the OK key to confirm the trimmed area X Only the cutting lines appear d Press the Start Stop button to s...

Page 66: ... stamp for example the image may not be converted to cutting data if it contains a gradation or areas that are only partially filled with a color d Touch the OK key Touch or to edit the imported cutting data For details see Advanced Cutting Functions for Direct Cut on page 64 X Only the cutting lines appear e Touch the Cut key X The Cut key is highlighted and the Start Stop button in the operation...

Page 67: ...e cutting line a Outlining Touch this key to create a cutting line that follows the outline of the scanned image b Frame Shape Scroll Keys Touch or to scroll up or down through the list of frames c Framing Touch the key for the desired frame to add it to the scanned image and create a cutting line that follows its shape If there are multiple images a frame can be specified for each image d Preview...

Page 68: ...g mode b Select Scan to Cut Data in the scanning mode selection screen X A message appears c Touch select the scanning mode and then touch the OK key First test with grayscale recognition mode If the desired cutting data is not created test with color recognition mode a Grayscale recognition mode The cutting data is created after the illustration is converted to grayscale Scanning in grayscale rec...

Page 69: ... the mat into the feed slot Lightly insert the mat into the feed slot and press in the operation panel For details on loading the mat see Loading the Mat on page 27 Memo Depending on the machine model the sizes of mats that can be used will differ Check the Maximum Scanning Area under Machine Information on page 5 of the settings screen e Press the Start Stop button to start scanning X When scanni...

Page 70: ...t out patterns but the material from which portions are cut out such as lace c Line detection Grayscale recognition mode only Select this option to detect the center of lines and convert them to a cutting line This is useful for detecting patterns consisting of multiple pieces and creating cutting lines for each piece Memo Lines thicker than 1 5 mm will not be detected as lines b Use the touch pen...

Page 71: ...ere not correctly detected change the number of colors to be detected If a color that appears as a single color is detected as separate colors reduce the number of colors If adjacent colors with a similar brightness are detected as a single color increase the number of colors b Small unnecessary patterns dotted lines etc can be excluded from cutting data For details see Specifying Ignore Object Si...

Page 72: ...ction screen appears again c Press in the operation panel to feed out the mat and then peel off the original from the mat Recalling Cutting Data Saved cutting data can be recalled for cutting a Attach the material for cutting to the mat and then load the mat For details on attaching the material see Mat and Material Combinations on page 16 For details on loading the mat see Loading the Mat on page...

Page 73: ...into the pattern layout screen use the editing functions for selecting the spots to delete For details on the function see Specifying the Selection Area on page 40 a Touch for selecting multiple patterns in the specified area b Unwanted spots and lines X Specify the area of the unwanted spots and then touch the OK key X Touch to delete all of the selected spots b a ...

Page 74: ...Unlocking the Aspect Ratio 1 Cutting line created 2 No cutting line created X Touch the OK key to apply the settings Touch to return to the previous screen without applying the settings Setting Image Detection Level Grayscale recognition mode only Convert an image with a gradation or shading to a two tone black and white image and then create cutting lines for that image The image detection level ...

Page 75: ...secure the paper or fabric to be scanned The mat can be used without attaching the paper or fabric to the mat Tutorial 5 Scanning to USB In this tutorial we will save an illustration drawn on paper as JPEG data to a USB flash drive Scan Settings a Plug the USB flash drive into the USB port for a USB flash drive on this machine b Touch the Scan key in the home screen to select the scanning mode c S...

Page 76: ... After the selected key is highlighted touch the OK key to finish specifying settings i Check the settings and then touch the OK key X A message appears Scanning and Saving a Attach the original that will be scanned to the mat Note Place the original to be scanned so that it is in the landscape orientation a 12 12 305 mm 305 mm b Letter 216 mm 279 mm c A4 210 mm 297 mm d 8 8 203 mm 203 mm e 5 7 12...

Page 77: ...then touch the OK key The scanning area white area can also be dragged to move it Memo Load the mat with the original to be scanned attached and then touch to display the mat in the screen The scanning area can be selected while viewing the displayed image On models compatible with 24 inch scanning the mat size key appears Mat size key With each press of the key the mat size setting switches betwe...

Page 78: ...hen the blade is chipped If it cannot cut even though the blade extension or cutting pressure is set higher than necessary the blade may be chipped High tack adhesive fabric support sheet When the sheet s adhesive strength decreases When fabric attached becomes twisted while being cut Scanning mat When the mat and cover sheet become dirty reducing the quality of the scan image Erasable pen When th...

Page 79: ... the cap until the blade extension reaches its maximum b Loosen the cap until the blade becomes invisible from the cap end Note Loosen the holder cap until the blade tip is no longer visible The blade extension scale on the holder applies when the blade begins to be extended from the cap end For details on the blade extension see Adjusting the Blade Extension on page 24 CAUTION After removing the ...

Page 80: ...ith the protective sheet affixed If the protective sheet is not affixed the mat s adhesive strength will decrease At that time do not affix the protective sheet while the mat is damp Otherwise the mat s adhesive strength will decrease Do not fold or bend the mat to store it Store the mat at room temperature and in a location not exposed to high temperatures high humidity or direct sunlight If the ...

Page 81: ...nting a mat to be loaded or unloaded correctly Use a soft brush to clean it a Turn off the machine and disconnect the power cord plug and then disconnect the AC adapter plug from the DC power jack on the back of the machine b Open the cover on the front of the machine c Remove the holder from the carriage d Use a commercially available brush to clean around the feed slot and the carriage Cleaning ...

Page 82: ... correctly when you touch a key the machine does not perform the operation or performs a different operation follow the steps below to make the proper adjustments a Holding your finger on the LCD screen turn the main power to off and back to on X The touch panel adjustment screen is displayed b Using the included touch pen lightly touch the center of each in order from 1 to 5 X After completing th...

Page 83: ...t For details on attaching the paper follow the procedure under Attaching the Material Paper on page 18 a Long side b Short side c Touch beside Scanning Cutting Position Adjustment in the settings screen This function is not available if a scanning function is being used First quit the scanning function X The following message appears Touch the OK key d Press to feed in the mat For details see Loa...

Page 84: ...defaults touch the appropriate key below a Reset Touch to return the settings to their defaults b Show manual adjustment Manual adjustment is enabled If the pattern has never been scanned since the machine was turned on this key will appear in gray When this key is available a previous scan of the image is stored in the memory Press this key to adjust the scanned image When the machine is turned o...

Page 85: ...ive area of the mat page 18 The mat was inserted so that the side with the material attached is facing down Insert the mat so that the side with the material attached is facing up page 27 The scanner glass is dirty Clean the scanner glass from the bottom of the machine page 79 The mat is fed in at an angle The mat was inserted into the feed slot at an angle Press the Feed button to feed out the ma...

Page 86: ...patible with this machine Replace the material with one compatible with this machine page 16 The machine stopped while an operation is being performed For safety the machine stops operating if the panel is touched while cutting or drawing Follow the instructions in the message that appears in the screen Touch the OK key to move the carriage to its initial position Load the mat and perform the oper...

Page 87: ...awing pressure Draw Pressure is incorrect Adjust the settings for Draw Speed and Draw Pressure in the settings screen To draw thicker lines increase the drawing pressure To draw thinner lines decrease the drawing pressure To draw thicker lines reduce the drawing speed To draw thinner lines increase the drawing speed After adjusting the settings perform a trial drawing operation page 30 Symptom Pos...

Page 88: ...scanning area image detection level and Ignore Object Size settings In addition change the image drawn on the original to one more easily scanned Cannot read the data Get the PIN code again and register to the machine This message appears when you try to transfer data with a machine different than the one registered with ScanNCutCanvas The registration of your machine has been canceled from ScanNC...

Page 89: ...attern becomes larger than with a previous operation the edges may overlap nearby patterns Adjust the seam allowance setting Otherwise increase the spacing between patterns Replace the mat with 12 x 24 inch mat The 12 12 mat was loaded although 24 inch data was created Load the 12 24 mat Scanning error occurred Turn the machine off Turn the machine off then on again and then try performing the ope...

Page 90: ...t cutting distance from the outline The cutting distance cannot be specified for complex pattern shapes Select a pattern with a simple shape There is a pattern out of the effective area The pattern cannot be cut or drawn OK to continue There is a pattern s outside of the cutting area If the pattern s outside of the cutting area need s not to be cut out or drawn continue the operation To cut out or...

Page 91: ...p operating correctly Note This machine is incompatible with a USB hub Plug the USB flash drive directly into the USB port c Touch a Update using USB flash drive d Touch the Update key to start the update X When updating is finished the completion message appears e Unplug the USB flash drive from the port f Turn the machine off then on again Update Procedure Using Computer For Computers and Operat...

Page 92: ...d Copy the upgrade file to Removable Disk e Touch the Update key to start the update X When updating is finished the completion message appears f Unplug the USB cable and turn the machine off and on again ...

Page 93: ...urquoise with no blade CAHLP1 4 Standard cut blade CABLDP1 5 Scanning mat 12 12 305 mm 305 mm CAMATS12 6 Standard mat 12 12 305 mm 305 mm purple and turquoise CAMATF12 7 Standard mat 12 24 305 mm 610 mm purple and turquoise CAMATF24 8 Deep cut blade holder purple with no blade CAHLF1 9 Deep cut blade CABLDF1 10 Pen holder CAPENHL1 11 Color pen set CAPEN1 12 Erasable pen set CAPEN2 13 Contents USB ...

Page 94: ...oading 27 Mat unloading 28 Middle tack adhesive mat 17 O Opening screen 15 31 Operation panel 13 14 Optional accessories 91 Outline distance 64 Outlining and framing 65 P Parts and functions 12 Pattern category selection screen 33 Pattern editing functions 41 Pattern editing screen 33 41 Pattern layout screen 34 43 Pattern mode 10 Pattern piece editing screen 37 42 Pattern piece list screen 36 Pat...

Page 95: ...rt brother com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions FAQs These machines are approved for use in the country of purchase only Local Brother companies or their dealers will only support machines purchased in their own countries ...

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