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By selecting optimum conditions for the pen and paper that are used, the DXY can achieve more accurate plots.
OHP Mode ( Pen speed is controlled at 100 mm (13-15/16")/sec. )
Select this mode when using standard ceramic pens to make plots on OHP transparency sheets.
Turn on the power while holding down the
[ FAST ]
key.
Ink Pen Mode ( Pen speed is controlled at 100 mm (13-15/16")/sec.)
Use this mode when plotting with MPP pens or refillable ink pens.
Turn on the power while holding down the key on the control panel.
Setting Pen Speed (DXY-1350A Only)
While holding down the
[ PEN SPEED ]
key, press any one of the
[ PEN SELECT ]
keys from 1 to 8. The
chart below shows the pen speeds that can be set with these keys. This function is handy when the optimum speed
for the pens being used is known. Pen speed is set to the same value for all pens.
Pens
This section describes the pens optionally available for use with
the DXY, as well as the DXY's pen-related functions. Compatibil-
ity exists for pens and paper. Please refer to the information
contained here to select combinations with good compatibility.
Changing Maximum Plotting Speed
The DIP switches on the back of the DXY can be used to change the maximum plotting speed. When shipped from
the factory, maximum plotting speed is set at 420 mm (16-9/16")/sec (all directions), but when set to
[FAST]
,
maximum plotting speed is 600 mm (23-5/8")/sec (45° orientation).
Pen Type Switch
The pen type switch on the side of the main unit can be used to select
[Long]
or
[Short]
to match the pen holder in
use. The descriptions of the different pens that are available also list the type to be set, so be sure to select the
appropriate pen type.
Auto Pen-up and Auto Pen-return Functions
To prevent ink from running or blotting the paper, the DXY features an Auto Pen-up function, which automatically
lifts the pen during plotting when approximately three seconds elapse with no data received from the computer.
Moreover, is approximately 50 seconds pass with no plot data received, the Auto Return function automatically
returns the pen from the carriage to the pen stock. Because there is a pen cap rubber fitted into the pen stock, this
can prevent the pen tip from drying out.
Cutting Mode (Cutting Speed Controlled at 10 mm (3/8")/sec)
This mode is selected when using the DXY to carry out cutting. Use the DIP switches on the back of the
machine to set the cutting offset, then turn on the power to the unit. (See "DIP Switches" for details on the
cutting function.)
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