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FAQs

Product Name: DesignNCut
Model Number: DC200
Product Description: Home Electronic Cutting Machine
Brand: Brother

Table of Contents (Topics):

For quick access please click on the FAQ topic

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What do I need to get started?

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How to change the machine mode?

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How to check my DesignNCut machine’s number?

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Documents, Drivers & Firmware Updates

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Connection (WLAN or USB)

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ScanNCutCanvas

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DesignNCut Manager

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CaptureMat Function (Scanning)

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Files

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Cutting & Blade

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Mats

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DesignNCut & ScanNCut

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Accessories

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Can I use the DesignNCut machine with a food product such as fondant?

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Where can I access the DesignNCut videos?

Summary of Contents for DesignNCut DC200

Page 1: ... Cutting Machine Brand Brother Table of Contents Topics For quick access please click on the FAQ topic What do I need to get started How to change the machine mode How to check my DesignNCut machine s number Documents Drivers Firmware Updates Connection WLAN or USB ScanNCutCanvas DesignNCut Manager CaptureMat Function Scanning Files Cutting Blade Mats DesignNCut ScanNCut Accessories Can I use the ...

Page 2: ... caqaa iOS App Store http s brother caqab Android Google Play http s brother caqac Connect your PC or mobile device to your DesignNCut click here to access the Connection Guide Create a Free ScanNCutCanvas Account ScanNCutCanvas is our easy to use free cloud based editing software ScanNCutCanvas allows you to edit and create files at your convenience It has hundreds of Free Projects Cut files with...

Page 3: ...www brother usa com Support Call 1 877 BROTHER 877 276 8437 M F 9 00am to 6 00pm Eastern Time 3 How to change the machine mode To change to WLAN To change to USB To see how it s done you can view this video for reference https www youtube com watch v 6WfTkpdbDOo Fast forward to 24 Go back to Table of Contents page ...

Page 4: ...number Documents Drivers Firmware Updates Where can I access the manuals Please go to http s brother cpqaa to access the DesignNCut Manuals Where can I access the latest drivers firmware update For latest drivers utilities firmware FAQs troubleshooting accessories User Operation Manual please go to http s brother cpqaa Where can I access the Connection Guide Click here to access the Connection Gui...

Page 5: ...rectly to the machine using a USB cable No Connection via USB cable is available for Windows only Do you need a Wireless LAN activation code No DesignNCut is Wireless LAN ready Do I need to check my firewall settings if I can t connect my machine and device Yes please check your firewall settings if you are having a connection issue Please confirm the Firewall setting on your Operating system If y...

Page 6: ...e connecting my machine what should I do Please make sure of the following 1 you have the following system requirements Software is compatible with the following Operating Systems Windows Windows 7 8 1 10 Mac OS X 10 10 or later iPhone iPad iOS 9 or later Works with Android 5 or later Requires internet connection Wireless access point is required for Mac and iOS except Windows 2 firewall settings ...

Page 7: ...her account Yes we recommend creating a new ScanNCutCanvas account for your DesignNCut machine Is ScanNCutCanvas free Yes ScanNCutCanvas is free no subscription or no annual fee is required You can access hundreds of clip arts logos fonts and projects with step by step instructions and videos for free The ScanNCutCanvas program is very basic Will there be another program that has a lot more design...

Page 8: ... can t link to it on DesigNCut Manager what should I do Check your connection If you are using a USB connection your DesignNCut machine is not connected to Wireless LAN using your PC please go to https scanncutcanvas brother com save your ScaNCutCanvas project s on your local drive and upload your project s from DesignNCut Manager DesignNCut Manager Can I edit my file using the DesignNCut Manager ...

Page 9: ... 11 6 in or less Does the DesignNCut scan like the ScanNCut The new DesignNCut by Brother has many of the same great features as the ScanNCut models ScanNCut has a scanning function while the DesignNCut has a CaptureMat Function which allows you to capture your image design and use it as your cut file I keep having an error when using the CaptureMat what should I do Please make sure that you follo...

Page 10: ... devices to use the CaptureMat function Yes to get best quality it is required that you calibrate all of your mobile device including your digital camera Files Can I use FC1 files No because FC1 files are not formatted for ScanNCutCanvas You can import the following files SVG FCM or DXF less than 2 MB You can also use jpg gif png or BMP files less than 5MB but you have to use the Image Tracing fun...

Page 11: ... cutting quality on the DesignNCut machine So first determine if you really need those elements in your design as they may not cut well For example one reason you may want to keep them is if they are meant to be drawn not cut If that is the case then simply enlarge the overall design in ScanNCutCanvas before saving to an FCM file Cutting Blade What is the overall work area for cutting and or drawi...

Page 12: ...mat How do I know the blade is cutting in the proper direction each time DesignNCut adjusts the blade s direction each time before it starts to cut You will notice small notches above the ruler in your mat and this is the process of the machine making sure the blade is in the proper direction each time How many layers of fabric can I cut For best results only one layer of fabric can be cut with De...

Page 13: ...the cartridge and the default settings for Cut Speed 3 and Cut Pressure 0 in the tools function The default settings are highlighted for easy reference Use the test mode to cut a test piece first We recommend that the test square is sized to about 1 square If the blade depth of 6 does not work to your liking work your way up through blade depths until you find what will work for you We recommend k...

Page 14: ...o reduce the initial tackiness yet still allow your mat to remain tacky enough to be used for regular use How long will my mats last It depends on what each mat is used for and how often the mat is used To help preserve the longevity of your mat Also to prevent cutting through mats we do recommend that you always try a test cut before proceeding to cut out your design Tip Start your testing at a l...

Page 15: ... optional accessories to deep cut line emboss or perforate Is DesignNCut a replacement to ScanNCut No DesignNCut is not a replacement to ScanNCut Our family of cutting machines is growing to accommodate users need Accessories Does this include the embossing tools No it doesn t include the embossing tools the DC200ULE does However you can purchase those tools separately The DC200 machine includes t...

Page 16: ...ard Cut Blade Holder Standard Cut Blade Spatula Standard Mat 12 x 12 305 mm x 305 mm with CaptureMat function Calibration Sheet Can I use the DesignNCut machine with a food product such as fondant No Neither the DesignNCut machine nor the accessories are designed to be used with fondant or any other type of food product Where can I access the DesignNCut videos To access our videos please go to htt...

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