SC-350 User Manual

USER’S MANUAL
SC-350
Preface
Thank you for choosing a VULCAN SC-350. To ensure high cutting quality and
optimal productivity, be sure to read this User's Manual thoroughly prior to use.
WARNING
Manual
• No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any
form or by any means, without the prior written permission of VULCAN Corporation.
• The product specifications and other information in this manual are subject to change without notice.
• While every effort has been made to provide complete and accurate information, please contact your
sales representative or nearest VULCAN vendor if you find any unclear or erroneous information or
wish to make other comments or suggestions.
• Not with standing the stipulations in the preceding paragraph, VULCAN Corporation assumes no
liability for damages resulting from either the use of the information contained herein or the use of
the product.
Cutter
All external data interface cables and connectors must be properly shielded and grounded.
Proper cables and connectors are available from vulcan’s authorized dealers or manufacturers of
computers or peripherals.
VULCAN is not responsible for any interference caused by using cables and connectors other than
those recommended or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.
Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Machine Caution Label

The following Warning Label is located on this cutting plotter. Please observe all the warning on the label
Warning; Electricity
Taking care to avoid coming into contact with electricity
Warning; Sharp element

Taking care to avoid injury from sharp elements (e.g. needles, blades)
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After Turning on the Sheet cutter
During operations, immediately after completion of operations, and when setting the cutting plotter
functions, the carriage, will move to the origin position, and other parts which are not fixed, may
move suddenly.
Do not let your hands, hair, or clothing get too close to the moving parts or within their range of
movement.
Do not place any foreign objects in or near these areas either. If your hands, hair, clothing, or the
like get caught in, or wrapped around moving parts, you may be injured and the machine may be
damaged.
About the words and phrases in this text

• In this instruction manual, the word "cutter" refers to operating the machine and using either the
plotting pen or the cutter plunger to cut.
• In this instruction manual, the word "media" refers to paper, roll media, sheet media, or marking film.
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CONTENTS
WARNING ................................................................................................................................................1
Manual
Cutter
Machine Caution Label
After Turning on the Sheet cutter... ..........................................................................................................2
About the words and phrases in this text .................................................................................................2
Chapter 1: Product Summary

1.1 Machine Specifications .......................................................................................................................6
1.2 Accessories List...................................................................................................................................7
1.3 Product Introduction ...........................................................................................................................8
1.4 Control Panel ......................................................................................................................................9
Screen(LCD)
Control key
Chapter 2: Installation Equipment

2.1 Cutter installation .............................................................................................................................11
Media support tray
Exit tray
Real media guide
2.2 Use of tools ......................................................................................................................................14-15
Blade holder
How to confirm the right height
Pen holder
Type of blade
2.4 Attaching a tool ...................................................................................................................................16
2.5 Connecting to the Computer ..............................................................................................................17-18
Connection via USB interface
Connection via Network(LAN)interface
Connection via USB disk
Chapter 3: Convenient Functions

3.1 Loading the Media................................................................................................................................20
3.2 Move the Tool Carriage........................................................................................................................21
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3.3 Setting the Origin Point.....................................................................................................................22
3.4 Running Cutting Tests ......................................................................................................................23
Load test media
Running cutting tests
3.5 Stop Cutting .....................................................................................................................................24
3.6 Offline output ....................................................................................................................................26
3.7 QR Code.............................................................................................................................................27
3.8 Setting ............................................................................................................................................27-30
Calibrate Cutter Size
Offset Calibration
Operating Mode
Sensor Condition
System Information
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting and Maintenance

4.1 The error information of cutter............................................................................................................32-33
4.2 Maintenance.......................................................................................................................................34
4.3 Exploded drawings and part lists........................................................................................................35-36
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Product Summary
1.1 Machine Specifications

1.2 Accessories List
1.3 Product Introduction
1.4 Control Panel
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1.1 Machine Specifications

Item SC-350
Configuration Automatic feeding sheet cutter
Width:185 to 350mm
Media size Length:150 to 500mm
A4,A3,SRA3,Extended A3.
Custom sizes for a maximum cutting length of 500mm
Maximum cutting speed 1200 mm/s ( High speed mode )

Max force 400g
Minimum character size Approx. 5 mm square
Sheet weight Up to 0.35mm (350g/m²)
Auto-sheet capacity Up to 200 sheets
Feeding time 2 seconds
Marks detecting time 4 seconds
Machanical / Programmable
Resolution 0.01254mm / HP-GL: 0.025 mm
Standard interfaces USB2.0 (Full Speed) / U-Flash / Ethernet

Command sets HP-GL
Number of tools 1 tool
Tool types Cutter blade

Operating screen 4.3-inch touch LCD
Power supply 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (Auto switching)
Power consumption 60W

Temperature: 10 to 35 degree,
Operating environment
Humidity: 35 to 75% RH (non-condensing)
Exit tray : 406 x 462 x 186 mm
External Dimensions(mm) Exit tray+Cutter+Media support tray:
(W × D × H) 1109 x 747 x 594 mm
Weight 33kg/36kg
Dimensions （W x D x H ) 870 x 550 x 580mm
Compatible OS Windows and Mac
*1 : HP-GL is a registered trademark of the US Hewlett Packard Company.

*2 : It depends on our specified paper and conditions
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1.2 Accessories List
Accessories for sheet cutter
Power cable x 1pc USB cable x 1pc Ethernet cable x 1pc
30°Blade x 1pc
Blade holder x 1pc Pen calibration tool x 2pcs 60°Blade x 1pc
USB disk x 1pc Pen x 5pcs
Accessories for stand
Exit tray Media supply tray
Rear media guide
*Other guide for the accessory may be attached.
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1.3 Product Introduction
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(1) Media supply tray...........Support the media to be cut by cutting plotter.

(2) Control panel..................Used to access various cutting plotter functions.
(3) Tool carriage .................Part to drive the cutter/pen.
(4) Feeding roll system........Separate the media, and delivery the media into the cutter section.
(5) Pinch roller handle..........Raise and lower pinch roller.
(6) Pinch roller......................During working, fixed the media.
(7) Exit tray...........................Place the cut media.
(8) Network (LAN) interface connector
...................The connector used when connecting this cutting plotter with the network
(LAN)interface cable.
(9) Network (LAN) interface connector
...................The connector used when connecting this cutting plotter with the network
(LAN)interface cable.
(10) U Disk port ..................The port that is used only for the USB memory.
(11) USB interface connector
..................Used to connect the cutting plotter to the computer with a USB interface cable.
(12) Power switch...................Used to turn the cutting plotter on and off.
(13) AC line inlet.....................Inlet where the power cable is connected.
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1.4 Control Panel
Screen (LCD)
(1) Acceleration display ......Arrow key speeds for carriage control, Fast (x10) / Slow (x1).
(2) Carriage coordinates......The coordinates of carriage on the table.
(3) Arrow keys.........................To move carriage to different positions.

(4) Speed.............................Carriage moving speeds (tool1/tool2) during working.
(5) Force..............................Carriage down forces (tool1/tool2) during working.
Control key
Origin..................................To set work origin.
Speed/Force .............. ....... To set speed/force of tool1/tool2.
Test cut.....................................To cut one square and one triangle for testing force of tool1/tool2.
Cancel..................................Cancel the job after the work is paused.

Pause..................................To pause the cutting job when we find anything wrong.
Settings.................................Machine calibration and system information.
Files.....................................To choose file from USB-disk
(PLT-files saved on USB-disk can be used for direct output).
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Installation Equipment
2.1 Cutter installation

2.2 Use of tools
2.3 Attaching a tool
2.4 Connecting to the Computer
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1:Media support tray
（1）First insert the media support tray into the machine,

(2）Second push it down in the direction.
(3) Finally, lift media support tray up again, you will hear a click.
2:Exit tray
(1) First insert the exit tray into the machine. (Vertical direction)
(2) Next, put down the exit tray, the exit tray will be stuck on the machine.
3:Rear media guide
A4
A3
A3+
2.2 Use of tools

!
caution To avoid bodily injury, handle cutter blades with care.
1:Blade holder
blade blade holder cap blade holder
1 First,unscrew the blade holder cap,as shown.
2 Second,place the blade (as shown) into the slot of the blade seat.
3 Finally, screw the blade holder cap to complete the installation and replacement of the blade.
* The length of the blade is also adjusted by the blade holder cap.
1 2 3
4 Removing the tool.Press the button at the top and the knife will come out.
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2.2 Use of tools
How to confirm the right height
Gradually increase the blade length to suit the thickness of the medium being used.
*Adjust the blade length so that only traces of the blade appear on the backing sheet when a cutting test is performed.
*The ideal blade length is a length that is slightly less than the combined thickness of the film and its backing sheet,
but greater than the thickness of the film itself.
*If the blade cuts right through the backing sheet, decrease the blade length. If the blade does not cut the film cleanly,
increase the blade length.
Tool holder 2
Cutting surface The most suitable length for blade

Backing sheet
2:Pen holder
pen pen holder pen holder cap
1 First,unscrew the Calibration tool cap,as shown.
2 Second,place the pen (as shown) into the slot of the pen seat.
3 Finally, screw the Calibration tool cap to complete the installation and replacement of the pen.
1 2 3
2.3 Attaching a tool
When pushing the tool holder with your fingers,the blade tip may be protruding.
!
caution Take care not to cut your fingers.
When mounting the tool in the tool holder, please note the following.
• Push the tool all the way into the holder until its flange contacts the upper part of the holder and then tighten
the screw firmly.
• To prevent injury, avoid absolutely touching the tool immediately after the cutting plotter is turned on or whenever
the tool is moving.
Tool Carriage
Bracket hold tool
Tool holder screaw Tool holder
1 First,Loosen the tool holder screw.
2 Second,while pushing up the tool holder, push the tool into the holder until the flange of tool completely
touches the upper part of the holder.
3 Finally, make sure that the tool bracket is engaged on the tool's flange, and then tighten the screw.
1 2 3
4 * Removing the tool

When removing the tool, turn the tool holder screw counterclockwise to remove the tool.
2.4 Connecting to the computer

Connect the plotter to the computer using the communication cable. Use either the USB interface, network
(LAN) interface to connect the plotter to the computer. Select the port depending on the specification of the
software to be used and the availability of the interface port on the computer.
Depending on the port used, use either the USB cable (standard accessories), network (LAN) cable
(standard accessories) to connect. Use the cables specified by Vulcan, matching the computer that is to be
connected
!
caution Make sure that the power switch is turned off (“ o” side).
Connection via USB interface

Do not perform the followings:
• Do not connect or disconnect the USB cable when the computer or the plotter is performing an initialization routine.
• Do not disconnect the USB cable within a 5-second period of connecting it.
• Do not disconnect the cable during data transfer.
• Do not connect multiple plotters to a single computer using the USB interface.
Connection via Network (LAN) interface

Supplement
• To use the network (LAN) interface, the environment that can connect the computer to the network must be
established.
• temporarily turn off the firewall function during the use, or change the setting.if you want to turn off the firewall
function,discounnect the network from the internet.
2.4 Connecting to the computer
Connection via power cable

Supplement
When turning off the power, wait over 10 seconds before turning on it again, otherwise problems may occur
with the display.
Connection via USB disk

Supplement
The USB disk is supplied as a standard accessory.
* There are manuals, software and test files in the U disk.
Convenient Functions
3.1 Loading the Media

3.2 Move the Tool Carriage
3.3 Setting the Origin Point
3.4 Running Cutting Tests
3.5 Stop Cutting
3.6 Offline Output
3.7 QR Code
3.8 Settings
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3.1 Loading the media
Supplement
• Do not use the warped media.Make sure the materical is flat.
1 First,press the feeding platform down.
2 Second,Place the media in the feeding platform. Note that the paper fully enters the platform.
3 Finally, Loosen the feeding platform, the paper feeding platform will rise and Move the left and right baffles to
the edge of the paper the media will be placed finish. (Note:The loaded media is under the paper feed roller).
3.2 Move the tool carriage

Tool carriage can be moved manually using the POSITION key. It also can move the tool carriage to the origin,
or move it certain distance to keep it away.
As the machine feeding system automatically, this function is to used when the force and other parameters need
to be tested
1 When there is no file in progress, Press the white number to modify the moving speed. The current speed
can be modified to 1 or 10 and there will be a white number in the upper right corner showing the speed
value.
2
You can press the button “ ” to move the tool carriage.Tool carriage will move toward the direction
of the pressed POSITION key,Movement speed will also change.
Click on the number to modify

the movement speed
X-
Y+ Y-
X+
3.3 Setting the origin point

Press the “Origin” key. and the new origin has been set.
The white text in the upper left corner will show the distance of the new origin point from the original origin point.
Distance origin coordinates Set the origin

3.4 Rurning Cutting Tests
This parameter tests the speed and force of the blade tool.
Load the test media
1 First,raise the pinch roll handle. Both pinch roll will be lifted.
2 Second,Put the tested madia into the cutter.
3 Finally, put the pinch roll handle down,the pinch roll completely compresses the material.
1 2 3
Rurning cutting tests
1 Place the blade holder (with blade) in the carriage.
2 Move the carriage to the middle of the media and confirm the origin.
3 Press the "Test cut" button, the machine will work automatically,
Test cut
3.4 Rurning Cutting Tests
4 Press the front and back buttons ( ) to remove the media from the machine and check whether the force
is appropriate.
5 If you find that the force is not suitable, you can turn on the speed and pressure buttons and adjust.
* How to adjust the value?
1: Drag the white button to adjust.
2: Click on the value, an input will appear, or you can enter the value manually.
Speed and Force
6 Move the carriage to the center of the media and press “Test cut” again.
Check the force is OK. Raise the pinch roller handle,take out the media and put the pinch roller handle down.
The cuttings tests is complete.
3.5 Stop Cutting
During the work, if you need to pause and press the "Pause" button. To continue cutting, press the “Start” again.
After the work is paused. Press the “Cancel”, if you want cancel the job.
Cancel
3.6 Offline Output
Dedicated data that was preliminarily created by the application software can be saved in the USB disk and
output from the cutter.
Select the data from the menu of the plotter, and then output it in offline
Supplement
• The Windows prohibited characters (¥, \ , /, ;, *, ?, “, <, >, |, etc.) cannot be used.
• Limit of the number of display characters is 8 characters.
• Extension is "plt".
1 2 3
XXXXX XXX XXXX
(1) File name (2) Data volume (3) Create data time
(4) Preview........Once the file is selected, click here to see the contents of the file.
(5) When the file is determined, click “Enter. The cutter will work.
3.7 QR Code
QR-CODE: QR code working mode, when offline, the machine automatically cuts different files.
The PLT file (including the QR code) made by the software is put into the U disk.
Then put the U disk into the machine. Click QR-CODE and the machine will automatically feed and cut
QR-CODE files.
3.8 Settings
Click on the parameter and the Preview box will show the meaning of the parameter.
Under normal circumstances, these parameters don’t need to be modified.
Please refer to the following instructions If need to modify.
Offset Setting
Sensor Condition
5.System Information
Preview
Calibrate Cutter Size

Calibrate Cutter Size: The “Calibrate Cutter Size” is for ensuring cutting sizes same as actual sizes.
How to set the “Calibrate Cutter Size”?

Please load the test media first ,and setting the origin.(Refer 3.4)
1 Press “Calibrate cutter size”,then press “Enter”.
2 Enter a size in “Draw Rectangle”,then press “Draw”.
3 The cutter will draw a rectangle according to the input size.
Use a ruler to measure the rectangle of the draw and input the measurement result to “Measured Rectangle”.
Press “Calc”.it’s finished. The program will automatically calculate the exact value.
280.0 380.0 280.0 380.0
280.2 379.9
1 2 3
3.8 settings
Offset Setting
Offset Calibration: Test whether the camera is working properly.
If you encounter inaccurate cutting, Please calibrate the offset.
How to set the “Offset Calibration”.

(1) Load the test media (A4 paper|) in the mahcine and Blade holder replaced with pen calibration tool first.(Refer 3.4)
(2) Press “Auto”,then machine will be draw one circle.
Then machine will automatically input the calibrated parameters.
(3) Press“Return”,offset calibration is completed.
1 2
28.0500 12.0282 Offset Setting
System Information
-0.0490 23.8530
3 4
3.8 Settings
Operating Mode
Operating Moda: The three states of machine work, customers can choose according to their needs.
Nomal:
Common mode,Perfect speed and precision.
Precision:
It is suitable for high-precision work.
The accuracy is priority, and the speed will be slowed down.
Hi-speed:
It is suitable for large format work.
speed will be fast and the precision will decrease.
3.8 Settings
Sensor Condition
Sensor Condition:Used to judge the working status of the sensor.

During work, you can check this setting if you encounter paper feeding problems
S1
S2
S3
3.8 Settings
System Information
System informahcine and Machine function upgrade and update.
Offset Setting Offset Setting
System Information System Information
Model.................................The model of cutter.
Machine SN .............. ....... The series number of the cutter,every machine has a unique number.
MB Ver...................................The version of the mainboard.
MB SN......................................The series number of the mainboard.

Cut len.................................The mileage the cutter has worked
IP..........................................IP address.When connecting via a network cable,
check that the IP address is same with the computer.
FW Ver..................................The version of firmware.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance
4.1 The error information of cutter

4.2 Maintenance
4.3 Exploded drawings and part lists
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LCD Display Cause Solution

缺纸请放纸 Media support tray is empty. Please load media in media
support tray.
进纸错误请检查 The material cannot enter the cutter 1:Check whether the material is
installed correctly.
normally.
2: Whether the 3 sensors are normal.
Loading...
File loading
Interface loading
Cutter is busy! The cutter is working and cannot Perform other operations,
perform other operations after the work is completed,
Drawing... The cutter is drawing a calibration file.
Oversize! Working width exceeds the actual working Modify the working size, please
width of the machine pay attention to the actual
working size of the cutter.
Unsuccessful! Calibration offset job failed Confirm that the pen holder can
write normally,
and force of both tools are set
to 60g.
Read file error! Read file error when work via U disk! Please try to insert the U disk
into the cutter again
X Motor Error! Rest cutter.

Motor Error!
1:Check whether the motor is
affected by other resistance
Y Motor Error! during operation.
2:Check the motor circuit
connection.
3:Replace with new motor.
Image does not fit the When using the RESET function, Change the material position
machine size! the remaining working size of the cutter is and reset the starting point.
smaller than the size of the document to
be cut.
LCD Display Cause Solution

前端传感器被覆盖 The S1 sensor is covered. 1: Whether there are foreign objects
(materials, paper scraps, etc.)
blocking the sensor.
2: Is the S1 sensor normal?
3: Check if there is a light source
directly on the sensor.
1: Whether there are foreign objects

中间传感器被覆盖 The S2 sensor is covered. (materials, paper scraps, etc.)
blocking the sensor.
2: Is the S2 sensor normal?
3: Check if there is a light source
directly on the sensor.
3.2 Maintenance
Daily Maintenance
During the course of daily maintenance be sure to observe the following precautions:
(1) Never lubricate the mechanisms of the plotter.
(2) Clean the plotter's casing using a dry cloth that has been moistened in a neutral detergent diluted with water.
Never use thinner, benzene, alcohol, or similar solvents to clean the casings; they will damage the casing's
finish.
(3) If the writing panel is dirty, please clean using a dry cloth.
* Do not use benzine, thinners, or similar solvents to clean the writing panel.
(4) When the Y rail sliding surface gets dirty, gently wipe the dirt away with a clean, dry towel.
* The sliding surface has lubricant on it, so be sure not to wipe all the lubricant off as well.
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USER’S MANUAL

Machine Caution Label

Warning; Sharp element

About the words and phrases in this text

Chapter 1: Product Summary

Chapter 2: Installation Equipment

Chapter 3: Convenient Functions

Chapter 4: Troubleshooting and Maintenance

1.1 Machine Specifications

1.1 Machine Specifications

Maximum cutting speed 1200 mm/s ( High speed mode )

Standard interfaces USB2.0 (Full Speed) / U-Flash / Ethernet

Number of tools 1 tool

Tool types Cutter blade

Power consumption 60W

Dimensions （W x D x H ) 870 x 550 x 580mm

Compatible OS Windows and Mac

*1 : HP-GL is a registered trademark of the US Hewlett Packard Company.

1.2 Accessories List

Accessories for sheet cutter

Power cable x 1pc USB cable x 1pc Ethernet cable x 1pc

Blade holder x 1pc Pen calibration tool x 2pcs 60°Blade x 1pc

USB disk x 1pc Pen x 5pcs

Accessories for stand

Exit tray Media supply tray

Rear media guide

*Other guide for the accessory may be attached.

1.3 Product Introduction

(1) Media supply tray...........Support the media to be cut by cutting plotter.

1.4 Control Panel

(3) Arrow keys.........................To move carriage to different positions.

(5) Force..............................Carriage down forces (tool1/tool2) during working.

Cancel..................................Cancel the job after the work is paused.

2.1 Cutter installation

2.1 Cutter installation

1:Media support tray

（1）First insert the media support tray into the machine,

2.1 Cutter installation

2.1 Cutter installation

3:Rear media guide

2.2 Use of tools

1 First,unscrew the blade holder cap,as shown.

2.2 Use of tools

How to confirm the right height

Cutting surface The most suitable length for blade

1 First,unscrew the Calibration tool cap,as shown.

2.3 Attaching a tool

Bracket hold tool

Tool holder screaw Tool holder

1 First,Loosen the tool holder screw.

4 * Removing the tool

2.4 Connecting to the computer

Connection via USB interface

Connection via Network (LAN) interface

2.4 Connecting to the computer

Connection via power cable

Connection via USB disk

3.1 Loading the Media

3.1 Loading the media

1 First,press the feeding platform down.