GTX LGet Start

GTxL GERBERcutter
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Contents iii
Contents
Safety Precautions
Dangerous Procedure Warnings................................................................vii
Do Not Perform Maintenance Alone........................................................ vii
Live Circuits............................................................................................. vii
Turn Off Power Before Maintenance.......................................................viii
Circuit Breakers/Switches for GTxL GERBERcutter ........................viii
Laser Origin Light ..................................................................................... ix
Additional Precautions.............................................................................. ix
Moving Machinery.............................................................................. ix
Replacing Parts.................................................................................. ix
Knife Blade......................................................................................... ix
Clothing............................................................................................... x
Compressed Air .................................................................................. x
Lint ...................................................................................................... x
Equipment Training............................................................................. x
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere..................................... x
Use Caution When Handling the Monitor ........................................... x
Information You Need to Know
What information is available?.....................................................................1
Where is it?................................................................................................1
C-200MT Online Help and Release Info.............................................1
Available Documentation on Desktop or CD ......................................2
Glossary of Terms...............................................................................2
Viewing Documentation.............................................................................2
Acrobat Reader and PDF Format .......................................................3
Printing Documentation.............................................................................3
Conventions ...................................................................................................3
Customer Support .........................................................................................4
GTxL GERBERcutter System
GTXL GERBERcutter ................................................................................5
Major Subsystems ..............................................................................6
C-200 Cutter Controllers ...............................................................................6
Communication Between Components ..............................................6
Cutting Table..................................................................................................7
Cutting Table Components GTxL...................................................8
Cutting Table Dimensions .........................................................................8
Cutting Table Dimensions GTxL ....................................................8
Cutting Head and Beam Assembly ...........................................................9
Cutter Work Surface..................................................................................9
BRISTLE SQUARES in Slats for GTxL ..............................................9
Vacuum Assembly...................................................................................10
Diagram of Vacuum Flow..................................................................10
Vacuum System GTxL .................................................................10
Limit Switches..........................................................................................11
Limit Switch Configuration GTxL..................................................11
Operator Controls........................................................................................12
Circuit Breakers.......................................................................................12
Circuit Breaker Configuration FEP Power....................................12
Circuit Breaker Diagram GTxL.....................................................13
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Beam Control Panel ................................................................................14
Beam Control Panel GTxL ...........................................................14
BCP Switches ...................................................................................14
Feed Rate Control.............................................................................15
Operator Console ....................................................................................16
Typical Components .........................................................................16
EStop and CTOT Control Panels......................................................17
CTOT Auto Enable............................................................................17
CTOT Jog...........................................................................................17
EStop Switches and Plungers .................................................................18
Emergency Stop ...............................................................................18
EStop Plungers .................................................................................18
EStop Switches.................................................................................18
EStop Locations GTXL.................................................................19
Material Advance Controls ......................................................................19
Material Advance Controls GTxL .................................................20
Presser Foot Adjust .................................................................................20
Air Pressure Gauge ..........................................................................20
Lateral Drive Controls..............................................................................21
Typical Controls ................................................................................21
Lateral Drive Controls GTxL.........................................................21
Options for GERBERcutter Systems .........................................................21
Lateral Drive Option.................................................................................22
Right Side Option ....................................................................................22
Conveyorized Take-off Table (CTOT) .....................................................22
Resealer Option.......................................................................................22
POWER Processor..................................................................................23
AccuMatch...............................................................................................23
Hardware...........................................................................................23
Software............................................................................................23
Drill Options .............................................................................................24
Drill Options Electric.....................................................................24
Bristle Cleaner Options............................................................................24
Bristle Cleaning Manual Vacuum.................................................24
Bar Code Reader.....................................................................................24
C-200MT Software for GTxL
Software Installation....................................................................................25
Accessing C-200MT Program.................................................................25
C-200MT Main Cutter Control Screen ........................................................26
Menu Bar .................................................................................................26
Tool Bar ...................................................................................................27
Settings Options ......................................................................................27
Gauges ....................................................................................................27
Vacuum Level Gauge .......................................................................27
Knife Speed Gauge...........................................................................27
Cut Speed Gauge .............................................................................28
Knife Wear Gauge ............................................................................28
Feed Rate Slider......................................................................................28
Percent Complete Gauge........................................................................28
Two Line Output Display .........................................................................28
Cut File Information Button......................................................................29
System Setup Button...............................................................................29
Queue Information Button .......................................................................29
File Display Area .....................................................................................30
File Display Options ..........................................................................30
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Piece Colors in File Display Area .....................................................30
Status Bar................................................................................................30
Basic Concepts
Direction and Location................................................................................31
Ends and Sides .......................................................................................31
X, Y, and C-axes .....................................................................................32
Origin.............................................................................................................33
Bite Feeding..................................................................................................35
Basic Cutting
Spreading Material .......................................................................................37
Basic Cutting................................................................................................38
Turning on the Cutter ..............................................................................39
Enabling Servo Power .............................................................................39
Initializing the Cutter ................................................................................40
Positioning the First Bite..........................................................................40
Selecting a Setup ....................................................................................41
Opening a Cut File/Marker ......................................................................42
Default Directories/Storage Areas ....................................................42
Changing AccuMark Parameter Tables............................................43
Cutter Parameter Table Editor ..........................................................45
Using Rerun.............................................................................................47
Turning on the Vacuum...........................................................................47
Positioning the Laser Light ......................................................................48
Setting the Marker Origin ........................................................................48
Selecting Cutting Speed..........................................................................49
Turning on the Knife Motor......................................................................49
Processing a Cut File/Marker ..................................................................49
Trim Cut...................................................................................................50
Exiting the Program.................................................................................51
Recovery
Before Using Recovery Commands........................................................53
Restore State...........................................................................................54
Restoring State Manually..................................................................55
Piece Search ...........................................................................................55
Piece Recut .............................................................................................56
Restore Origin .........................................................................................56
Bite Search..............................................................................................57
Working with Parameters
Parameter Manager......................................................................................59
Changing Parameters..................................................................................60
Categories of Parameters ...........................................................................60
Optimizing GERBERcutter
Maintenance .................................................................................................63
Applications..................................................................................................63
Diagnostics/Error Messages.......................................................................64
Beam Squareness...................................................................................64
Customer Support .......................................................................................64
Glossary
Index
Operator Controls Chart GTxL
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Contents vii
Safety Precautions vii
Safety Precautions
Dangerous Procedure Warnings
Warnings precede potentially dangerous procedures throughout this manual.
Instructions contained in warnings must be followed. You also should employ
all other safety precautions that you deem necessary for safe operation of the
equipment in your operating environment.
WARNING! Failure to follow these safety precautions could result in
injury or death.
Do Not Perform Maintenance Alone
Do not perform any maintenance on the equipment unless another person that
can render first aid and resuscitation is present.
Live Circuits
High voltages exist inside the C-200 controller vacuum/electric and electronics
enclosure(s). The exact number of enclosures and their locations, depend on the
GERBERcutter model. There are no operator-serviceable parts in these
enclosure(s). Two power cables enter the primary vacuum/electric enclosure:
a three-phase cable for the vacuum generator system and a single-phase power
cable for the C-200 controller. Both power cables must be disconnected before it
is safe for trained, maintenance personnel to work within the enclosure. There
must be a main disconnect that meets local electrical codes for each power
supply.
Primary Enclosure
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Turn Off Power Before Maintenance
Depending on your GERBERcutter, circuit breaker(s) and/or a switch located
outside of the vacuum and electric enclosure(s) allow you to shut down power to
the FEP (or PC), vacuum system, C-200 cutter controller, servo motors, and
conveyor. To prevent accidental start-up, always turn off power as directed
before doing any maintenance.
Circuit Breakers/Switches for GTxL GERBERcutter
Before performing maintenance on
controller, servo motors, or conveyor, turn
off power at the circuit breaker (CB1) at the
electronics enclosure located below the
operator console (shown).
Before performing maintenance on vacuum
system, turn off power at the circuit breaker
(CB1) below the operator console.
To turn off all power to the cutter, turn off
power the switch (SW1) and circuit breaker
(CB2) at the vacuum/electrics enclosure
located the end of the table (indicated on
previous page).
Circuit
Breaker
CB1
Safety Precautions ix
Laser Origin Light
The origin light in the cutter head uses a laser light that points toward the cutting
surface. When viewed as intended (by looking at the dot projected on the
material to be cut), the laser should pose no hazard to operators. However, the
origin light is a Class IIIa laser product, with a peak power of 5 mW at a
wavelength of 670 nm. Never look straight into the light source of this laser
beam; doing so may cause temporary, or even permanent, damage to your eyes.
Direct, bright reflections from the laser may also be harmful. Remove all highly-
reflective material (such as jewelry and mirrors) from the cutting surface before
turning on the origin light. Turn off the origin light before performing any
maintenance on the GERBERcutter.
WARNING! Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result
in hazardous radiation exposure.
Additional Precautions
Moving Machinery
Keep hands away from the Resealer and other moving machine parts to avoid
personal injury. Make sure there is no one else near the table when you are
operating the GERBERcutter.
Replacing Parts
Report any broken or missing parts to your Field Service representative. Because
of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install substitute parts or
perform any unauthorized modification of the equipment.
Knife Blade
The knife blade is very sharp. Be extremely careful when working near the knife
blade.
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Clothing
Loose-fitting clothing, dangling neck chains and ties, loose jewelry, and long
hair can be a hazard when working around machinery.
Compressed Air
Always use caution when using compressed air. Never use compressed air to
blow lint and dust off clothing or skin.
Lint
Avoid breathing in lint when changing the table and stack filters. Wear a mask
suitable for this purpose.
Equipment Training
Never attempt to operate this machinery unless you have received formal
training to do so.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere
Use extreme caution when handling flammable liquids such as cleaning solvents.
Do not operate the equipment in the presence of flammable gases or fumes.
Use Caution When Handling the Monitor
The monitor on the operator console may be a cathode ray tube (CRT). Breaking
a CRT could cause it to implode and scatter glass fragments at a high velocity.
To prevent CRT implosion, avoid rough handling or jarring of the equipment.
Other models use a flat panel screen monitor.
Information You Need to Know 1
Information You Need to Know
What information is available?
The GTxL GERBERcutter system includes hardware, electrical, and software
components. Documentation for operating and maintaining the GERBERcutter
is available on your computer or from CD in the form of online help for the
C-200MT software and in PDF format. This means that information is available
to you whenever you need it. The next sections explain:
Where information can be found
How to access this information
How to print out information
How to get customer support
Where is it?
See the following sections to locate specific information.
C-200MT Online Help and Release Info
The C-200MT software program provides several ways to get help when
working with the current release.
Note: All information in the C-200MT online help is also available in the
C-200MT Software Users Guide.
To get help on a C-200MT function
1. Choose a C-200MT menu and use the pointing device or Down arrow
key to highlight the command.
2. Press the F1 key to display the appropriate Help topic.
To get help on a specific parameter
1. In Parameter Manager, highlight a parameter.
2. Press F1.
2 Information You Need to Know
To view information for current release
1. From the Help menu, click Index.
2. Make sure the Contents page is displayed.
3. Then select the New Features for (current version number) or
Limitations topics.
Available Documentation on Desktop or CD
Documentation for your GERBERcutter hardware and software is now delivered
in online format on CD. This means that specific information can be viewed on-
screen, searched for, and printed as you need it. Some documentation for your
cutter was installed on your computer during the C-200MT software installation
and is available by double-clicking the Gerber Documentation icon on your
Windows desktop.
Additional documentation available on CD:
C-200MT Software Users Guide
GTxL GERBERcutter System Service Manual
GTxL GERBERcutter Application Manual
NT Quick Reference Guide
Service drawings
Parts information
Note: The CD allows you to view and print information at
another PC. For hints on printing see a later section in this
chapter.
Glossary of Terms
See C-200MT online help or C-200MT Software Users Guide for a complete
glossary of terms related to the GERBERcutter.
Viewing Documentation
To view documents from Windows desktop
1. In the C-200MT program, click on the middle button (marked by two
boxes) in the top left corner of the main cutter screen. This does not
shut down the C-200MT program.
Information You Need to Know 3
2. On the Windows desktop, double-click on the Gerber Documentation
icon.
3. Double-click on the icon for the PDF file you want to view. The reader
opens first and then the document displays.
4. From the tool bar, use the buttons marked with arrows to turn pages.
Click the button marked with binoculars to search for a specific item.
To view documents from CD
1. Use Windows Explorer to locate the PDF file you want to view.
2. Double-click on the file. The reader opens first and then the document
displays.
3. From the tool bar, use the buttons marked with arrows to turn pages.
Click the button marked with binoculars to search for a specific item.
Acrobat Reader and PDF Format
GERBER Technology, Inc. now provides many documents and service
drawings in PDF format. A document in PDF format is displayed in Adobe
Acrobat Reader. If not already installed on your cutter, this viewer can be
installed from the C-200MT Software CD.
Printing Documentation
If you prefer to print out information and your cutter is not networked to a
printer, you can take the CD to another PC that does have access to a printer.
Note: All information in the C-200MT online help is also available
in the C-200MT Software Users Guide.
To print from a PDF document
1. Follow the instructions for opening a PDF document from CD.
2. From the File menu, select Print. You can print one page or all pages.
4 Information You Need to Know
Conventions
The following conventions are used throughout this manual:
Bullets at the beginning of a section tell you what is covered in that
section. Bullets also list a group of related items.
Bullets in a procedure lists the types of input from you needed by
the C-200MT program.
Bold type highlights important information. In procedures, selections to make
with a pointing device or keyboard keys to press are bolded. In text, information
that you need to consider first is bolded.
Shortcut keystrokes, such as Marker/Open, are underlined.
Text that you need to type or message prompts look like this.
Note: Notes contain important or helpful information.
CAUTION: Cautions appear before procedures that could cause damage to
equipment if not performed correctly.
WARNING! Warnings tell you when you must follow a specific procedure
or practice to avoid personal injury or death.
Customer Support
If a problem still exists after troubleshooting, call Gerber Field Service
Engineering for assistance. In North America, call Customer Support
800-999-1448. Outside North America, call your local service office.
Have the following information ready when you call:
GERBERcutter you are using
Any special equipment or software you are using, such as the drill,
resealer, or bar code reader option
Software packages you are using; include the software version numbers
Equipment number, if available
GTxL GERBERcutter System 5
GTxL GERBERcutter System
The GERBERcutter is a computer-controlled cutting system that automates the
entire cutting process, replacing hand-held cutters, templates, and patterns.
Instead of patterns, the GERBERcutter uses computer data files, called cut files,
or markers to guide its knife. These files are generated on marker making
systems such as AccuMark or MicroMark. Computer-aided accuracy means
accurate notches and pieces, so that little time is wasted matching parts during
sewing operations.
GTXL GERBERcutter
The GTxL cutter was designed to meet the need for producing small, lot-sized
orders at the lowest cost per unit. It allows your company to respond quickly to
the requirements of a low inventory environment. The GTxL offers the benefits
of lower operating costs, short set-up time, high reliability, and modular design.
The GTxL cuts plies with a compressed height up to 2.5 cm (1 in.). It is suitable
for apparel industry applications, such as ladies fashion, suits, lingerie and
sportswear, as well as automotive industry applications.
The footprint of the GTxL cutter is small compared to the actual cutting surface,
so that more work can be performed in a smaller area of your factory.
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Major Subsystems
A GERBERcutter has major subsystems that work together to cut material.
These subsystems are:
C-200 cutter controller
Cutting table
Operator controls
C-200 Cutter Controllers
Your GERBERcutter uses electronic and software components that work
together to run the cutting table. This command center of the GERBERcutter,
collectively known as the C-200 cutter controller, includes the following
components:
Motion control computer (MCC) or controller board
Front End Processor (FEP) or PC
C-200MT cutter software
Note: The actual C-200 cutter controller components used to run
your GERBERcutter depend on the cutter model and date of
purchase.
Communication Between Components
The FEP, or PC, lets you communicate with the GERBERcutter by means of the
C-200MT cutter software. It sends your instructions and cut file data to the MCC
controller board, which tells the cutting table how to cut material. As cutting
progresses, the MCC board communicates the results back to the FEP, or PC.
FEP or PC
w/ cutter software
MCC Board Cutting Table
Cutting Table
The cutting table cuts material according to instructions from the C-200 cutter
controller. All GERBERcutter systems have these major parts:
Table varying heights, widths, and lengths
Cutter head and beam assembly
Beam control panel
Work surface
Vacuum assembly
Limit switches
Material advance controls
Other components may be standard or optional, depending on the
GERBERcutter model.
Mast
Exhaust stack
Conveyor
CTOT
Resealer
Lateral drive controls
Lay puller
Cutting Table Components GTxL
Cutting Table Dimensions
GERBERcutter systems are available with a variety of table dimensions to meet
your production needs. Depending on the GERBERcutter model, there are
several height, width, and length dimensions available.
Cutting Table Dimensions GTxL
Height Width Length
75 cm (29.5 in.)
80 cm (31.5 in.)
86 cm (34 in.)
91 cm (36 in.)
1.7 m (67 in.) 1.8 m (71 in.)
Cutting Head and Beam Assembly
The cutting head and beam assembly cuts material by moving a reciprocating
knife across the work surface. The assembly responds to commands from the
C-200 cutter controller. The cutter head holds the knife that both reciprocates
and turns to cut corners, curves, and notches. The cutter head moves across the
width of the cutting table on a beam. The beam also travels the length of the
cutting table. By combining these movements, the GERBERcutter accurately
cuts complex patterns.
A laser origin light on the cutter head lets you position the knife to start cutting
at the right place. To do this, the origin light shines a point onto the material.
The beam control panel is a terminal that lets you control the GERBERcutter
from the cutting table. See Beam Control section of this chapter.
Cutter Work Surface
The work surface holds material for cutting. The actual cutting surface is made
of Gerber BRISTLE SQUARES . Each bristle square has small holes in its
base. When you apply vacuum to the cutting table, air passes through these holes
to hold down the material.
Depending on your GERBERcutter model, the BRISTLE SQUARES fit into
conveyor slats or plastic grids.
Note: Bristle cleaner options are available for your GERBERcutter.
BRISTLE SQUARES in Slats for GTxL
Vacuum Assembly
The GERBERcutter uses vacuum to hold material firmly on the work surface
during cutting. To supply vacuum, the cutter has a vacuum motor and generator
linked by belts or by a coupling. Depending on the GERBERcutter you
purchased, the vacuum motor and generator may be:
Built-in at one end of the GERBERcutter
Mounted externally and connected by duct to the GERBERcutter
Diagram of Vacuum Flow
Vacuum System GTxL
Your GERBERcutter has a powerful, high efficiency centrifugal vacuum
generator with diffused, under table, exhaust system. The sealed vacuum motor
does not require lubrication.
Limit Switches
Limit switches set limits for how far the cutter head and beam can move on the
cutting table in the +X, -X, +Y, and -Y directions. Each limit switch is located at
a strategic point on the beam, beam control panel, or end cap cover and is
activated by a corresponding magnet, or small metal plate, specifically placed on
the cutting table.
Example: A limit switch, located on the operator side of the work surface, limits
cutter head movement by sensing when it has reached the home position. The
C-200 cutter controller would not allow further cutter head movement in this
direction.
Limit Switch Configuration GTxL
Operator Controls
Operator controls let you give commands to your GERBERcutter and respond to
system messages. These controls are:
Emergency stop (EStops) switches and plungers
Circuit breakers
Beam control panel
Operator console
Material advance controls
Lateral drive controls (optional)
See the following sections and the chart at the end of this Getting Started
manual.
Circuit Breakers
outside of the vacuum and electric enclosure(s) allow you to shut down power to
the FEP (or PC), vacuum system, C-200 cutter controller, servo motors, and
conveyor. Depending on the GERBERcutter model, there may be one or more
enclosures located at the end of the cutter or on a separate table along side the
cutter. See Safety Procedures section of this manual.
WARNING! Do not turn circuit breakers inside of the
vacuum and electric enclosure(s) on or off. High
voltages exist within these enclosure(s) and inside the
controller board. Never perform any work inside the
vacuum and electric enclosure(s). There are no
operator-serviceable parts inside.
Circuit Breaker Configuration FEP Power
Factory Power
220V
Factory Power
Voltage varies
by model
A
for FEP or PC, controller,
servo motors, conveyor
B
for vacuum
system
C
to controller, servo
motors, conveyor
Circuit Breaker Diagram GTxL
Beam Control Panel
The beam control panel (BCP) lets you control the cutter head, beam, and certain
table functions from the cutting table. The BCP is mounted on the operators
side of the beam.
Note: Icons on several tool bar buttons correspond to those on
switches on the beam control panel at the cutter. For
GERBERcutters with colored icon keys on the keyboard,
these also are identical to icons on the tool bar buttons.
Beam Control Panel GTxL
Switches may be of the any of these types: button, turn, flip, or joystick.
BCP Switches
Knife Turns the knife motor on or off.
Joystick Moves (slews) the cutter head and beam in the direction of
the arrows. (-X, +X, -Y, or +Y); the Slew Enable switch must first be
depressed.
Slew Enable Allows movement of the cutter head and beam; depress
and hold before using joystick.
Servo Power Enable Turns on power to the servo motors.
Stop Stops the current operation of the cutter.
Vacuum Turns cutting table vacuum on or off.
KI Null N/A
Fabric Alignment Sets fabric alignment when pressed twice.
Manual Bite See EStop and CTOT Control Panel section
Initialize Moves the cutter head to the home X0,Y0 position on the
table.
Trim Cut Manually trims the edges of a spread.
Origin Sets the current position of the origin light as the origin of
your marker. Marker origin is the X,Y coordinate where the marker
starts.
Start Starts the cutting on the GERBERcutter.
Sharpen Knife Manually sharpens the knife blade one cycle.
Status Light Indicates changes in status, or mode, for the cutter. The
light flashes when the cutter is in Manual Bite or Trim Cut mode or
when a controller error occurs.
Feed Rate Control
Feed rate for the cutter is controlled by a slider located on the C-200MT Main
Cutter Control screen. See Feed Rate Slider section in C-200MT Software for
GTxL chapter.
Operator Console
You use the operator console and the beam control panel to run the
GERBERcutter. The operator console includes the front end processor (FEP) or
PC. Depending on the GERBERcutter model, the console may be a free-
standing or attached pedestal or may be a PC system mounted directly to the side
of the cutter.
Typical Components
Monitor Receives computer video signals from the PC and displays
information on the screen.
Keyboard Device with keys, like those on a typewriter, that lets you
enter data and communicate with the C-200MT program.
Function keys Each key across the top of the keyboard performs a
C-200MT command to operate the cutter. Refer to the chart at the end of
this Getting Started manual.
Pointing device Moves the cursor around the screen to select cut files,
setups, or pieces and enter menu commands and information in dialog
boxes. Your pointing device may differ from the one shown.
Monitor
EStop
CTOT Auto Enable
Manual Bite
Stop
Auxiliary Joystick
for AccuMatch option
Pointing
Device
Keyboard
PC
with disk drives

Servo power enable This control turns on power to the servo motors,
that move the cutter head and beam as the GERBERcutter cuts material.
PC Computer with hard disk drive, 3.5 inch disk drive, and CD disc
drive.
EStop and CTOT Control Panels
There are two control panels at the take-off end of the cutter, one on each side.
Controls in this panel allow you to control the CTOT for removal of cut pieces.

Stop CTOT CTOT EStop
Jog Auto
Enable

CTOT Auto Enable
Turn this switch to OFF in order to prevent the CTOT from moving during
either an automatic or manual bite. This is useful whenever there is a delay in
removing cut pieces. Depending on the GERBERcutter, this control may be
located on the operator console or table.
When turned to ON, the CTOT automatically moves cut pieces from the table
surface while a bite is being cut.
CTOT Jog
Use this switch to perform a manual convey. The switch is marked by the
following icon:

EStop Switches and Plungers
Emergency Stop
Emergency Stop (EStop) is a safety feature. You must know how to use EStops
before operating the GERBERcutter. An EStop halts all table motion in case of
danger to people, the GERBERcutter, or the material being cut.
Pressing an EStop switch or EStop plunger immediately shuts off all power to
the conveyor, vacuum generator, cutter head, and beam. All motion stops. Only
the operator console stays on. You must perform a recovery procedure before
you can use the GERBERcutter again.
EStop Plungers
EStop plungers (sometimes called paddles) are large yellow buttons strategically
located on the beam. They depress automatically whenever interference is
encountered, such as someone leaning against the table when the beam is
moving in that direction.
EStop Switches
EStop switches are large red buttons that have a yellow ring on the surface just
behind the button. An EStop switch is located on or near to the operator console
and on the beam control panel. Additional button locations depend on the
GERBERcutter model.
To stop the system:
Press one of the red EStop switches. All table motion stops.
1. For error recovery procedures, refer to the Recovery chapter. For error
messages, refer to the C-200MT Software Users Guide or online help.
CAUTION: Do not move the spread or jog the conveyor after an
EStop. If you do, it will be very difficult for the cutter to
start cutting in the right place.
EStop Locations GTXL
Material Advance Controls
Material advance controls are used to jog, or move, material from a spreading
table onto the conveyor and along the cutting table. One or two button controls
allow you to select a mode (forward or reverse) and jog while in that mode.
These controls are located on the operator side of the cutter. The exact number
and location of these control(s) depends on the model of your GERBERcutter.
Note: If the GERBERcutter has the lateral drive option, the pendant
with lateral drive controls is attached to this panel.
Material Advance Controls GTxL
A single jog control switch allows you to manually select forward or reverse
mode and jog the conveyor accordingly. This switch is located at the take-off
end of the cutter. An EStop switch is located on the same panel.
Forward Jog Button Reverse
To jog material onto the cutting surface:
1. Turn the jog switch to the left and hold.
2. Release switch when done.
3. To reverse material:
4. Turn the jog switch to the right and hold.
5. Release switch when done.
Presser Foot Adjust
This control adjusts air pressure for the presser foot on the cutter head. You must
set the air pressure for the type of material and thickness of lay being cut.
Depending on the GERBERcutter, this control may be located on the head,
beam, roll bar or table. On some GERBERcutter systems, it is identified with the
following icon:
Air Pressure Gauge
This gauge shows current presser foot air pressure. Depending on the
GERBERcutter, this may be located at the operator console or on the head,
beam, roll bar, or table.
Jog
Switch
Lateral Drive Controls
If your GERBERcutter has the lateral drive option, controls are provided
on the operator side of the cutter which control movement of the cutter
between spreading tables. The exact location of these controls and whether
they are located on a panel or a pendant, depends on the model of your
GERBERcutter. The cutter moves on platform wheels that ride along rails
in the cutting room floor.
Typical Controls
Forward Moves the table forward laterally to align it with a spreading
table or take-off table.
Reverse Reverses table movement laterally for alignment purposes.
Brake ON sets the brakes, locking the cutter in position; OFF releases
the brakes.
Lateral Drive Controls GTxL
If the GERBERcutter has the lateral drive option, the pendant with the lateral
drive controls is attached to the material advance panel located at the take-on end
of the cutter.
Options for GERBERcutter Systems
Gerber provides options to enhance the performance of your GERBERcutter.
Here is a list of hardware and software available. For more information, call your
local Gerber Sales and Service office.
Lateral Drive
Right Side Option (RSO)
CTOT
Barcode Reader
Drill
Bristle Cleaner
Resealer
Power Processor
AccuMatch
Lateral Drive Option
A lateral drive option is available for most GERBERcutter systems. This option
allows one cutter to move from spreading table to spreading table. Included in
the option are:
Platform wheels which ride in tracks in the cutting room floor
Lateral drive controls
Vacuum exhaust stack on mast
Mast and overhead trolley to carry electric cabling
Right Side Option
The Right Side Option (RSO) allows you run the GERBERcutter from the right
side of the cutting table. This lets you spread material with its straight edge on
the right side, which is more practical for some applications. On a right-side
option GERBERcutter, the operator console and beam control panel are located
on the right side of the cutting table as seen from the take-on end.
An RSO option is available for all GERBERcutter systems. GTxL
GERBERcutter systems can be reconfigured on-site for an RSO option.
Conveyorized Take-off Table (CTOT)
Depending on the GERBERcutter model, a CTOT is built into the cutter or
available as a moveable unit. Cut pieces and scrap material moves off of the
cutting table onto the CTOT. If the CTOT is placed in front of another table,
pieces can continue to move onto that table for picking and bundling. Otherwise,
cut pieces are picked up directly from the CTOT and scrap material can drop
away into a bin or onto the floor.
Resealer Option
The resealer uses plastic film to automatically cover, or seal, the cut area of the
lay. Covering areas on the table where pieces have already been cut, improves
cut quality for remaining pieces by maintaining vacuum. Resealers on higher ply
GERBERcutter systems have a bar that can be raised to allow uncompressed
pieces and material to be conveyed off of the table.
POWER Processor
The POWER Processor lets you change cut files so that the GERBERcutter
works more efficiently. Input to the POWER Processor is a cut file produced on
a marking and grading system such as Gerbers AccuMark or MicroMark.
Output is a modified cut file. Altering a cut file can improve cut quality, cut
speed, material use, and cut file efficiency. The POWER Processor lets you:
Change piece cutting sequence
Change the start point of a piece
Add or remove knife lift and plunge points
Add or remove Opstop points for plaid/stripe matching
AccuMatch
With the Gerber AccuMatch system, you can check match points and make any
necessary adjustments with accuracy and speed. A color video CCD module, or
digital camera, captures images of the spread at all matching positions (Opstops)
in a cut file and displays on-screen an image of the material at this location. You
can accept the match point as shown or reposition a cross hair cursor relative to
the fabric design.
The AccuMatch system option includes the following:
Hardware
Camera with adjustable lens
Light
Mounting fixture
Camera head cover
Cables
High performance video board
Auxiliary slew control (joystick) at operator console
Software
Check with your Gerber Sales representative for availability and/or the
appropriate AccuMatch and C-200MT software versions for your cutter.
Drill Options
All GERBERcutter systems support a drill option. The following options are
available, depending on the cutter model. Gerber also provides drill bits in a
wide variety of sizes and types.
Drill Options Electric
Cutter Drill 1 Drill 2
GTxL Electric Electric
Bristle Cleaner Options
Removing lint and debris from the table surface promotes vacuum flow through
the BRISTLE SQUARES. Options available for cleaning the work surface
depend on the GERBERcutter model.
Detachable vacuum hose
Automatic Bristle Cleaner
Bristle Cleaning Manual Vacuum
A vacuum hose can be connected to the vacuum system and used, as required, to
manually clean the work surface. Depending on the GERBERcutter, an optional
Automatic Bristle Cleaner is available.
Bar Code Reader
This option, available for all GERBERcutter systems, allows you to use a bar
code reader to open individual cut files or job queues. The Bar Code Reader is
capable of scanning cut file names 20 characters in length. This was tested using
Code 39 bar codes.
When this feature is turned on, all bar codes read (except setup files *.CNF) are
assumed to be queues and are automatically opened for running. If this feature is
turned off, each bar code read will be opened as single cut file.
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C-200MT Software for GTxL
The C-200MT software is designed to operate on various GERBERcutters in
various work environments. C-200MT performs interface and cutter control
functions on all new GERBERcutters.
Multitasking
The C-200MT program version 1.7 or greater runs in Windows NT 4. You may
already be familiar with Windows. If not, refer to the Windows NT Quick
Reference Guide. Your company will appreciate the fact that Windows NT
allows multitasking. This means additional tasks can be performed while a
marker is being cut. These tasks can include:
Viewing a different cut file/marker
Creating a job queue
View system setups
Using File Manager
Generating reports
Software Installation
The C-200MT software performs user interface and cutter control function on
the GTxL GERBERcutter. Windows NT 4.0 must be installed on your PC in
order to run C-200MT software.
C-200MT software is installed on a new cutter at the factory. As new releases
become available, you may choose to update C-200MT software in order to
utilize new features. Follow instructions on the inside front cover of the
software CD.
If Windows NT software has to be reinstalled, contact your Field Service
representative before installing Windows NT and C-200MT software on your
GERBERcutter.
Accessing C-200MT Program
To start up the C-200MT program
1. Turn on the main power circuit breaker for the cutter. See GTxL
GERBERcutter System chapter.
2. Press Enter to select Windows NT Workstation.
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3. When prompted, press Ctrl + Alt + Delete to log on.
4. When prompted for a password, type your password and then press
Enter or click OK to display the Main Cutter Control screen.
Note: The system is shipped from the factory without an NT
password. Press Enter to continue.
5. Double-click the C-200MT icon on the Windows desktop.
C-200MT Main Cutter Control Screen
When you turn on your GERBERcutter, the following screen displays. Features
in this screen are explained in the following sections. For information on how to
use these features, refer to C-200MT online help or to the C-200MT Software
Users Guide.
Menu Bar
The menu bar has drop-down menus that allow access to the interface and cutter
control functions in the C-200MT program. Each menu choice is called a
command. The following table lists the menus available in the Main Cutter
Control screen.
Menu
Bar
Tool
Bar
Gauges
2 Line
Output
Display
Queue
Info
Button
File
Display
Area
Status
Bar
Feed
Rate
Slider
Cut File
Info
Button
System
Setup
Button
Right click for
File Display
options
Right click
for Settings
options
Tool Bar
The tool bar provides an additional way to perform frequently-used tasks for
operating the cutter. Click on an icon with the pointing device to select. Hold the
cursor over a tool bar icon to view its name and corresponding function key that
you can press on the keyboard, if preferred. Icons in the tool bar are explained in
a chart at the end of this manual.
Settings Options
To access Settings Options (explained below), right click anywhere in the gray
bar area, except on a gauge or other button.
To turn an option on, click that option. A button is created and displays as long
as an option is active.
To turn an option off, click on the button displayed for that option.
Option Use To
Turn On Dry Run Check the cut file/marker by processing without cutting.
Enable Single Stepping Process cut data one block at a time.
Enable Continuous Run Reprocess an open cut file/marker until you manually
stop the process.
Setup Data Scaling Change scaling to adjust the size of a cut file/marker to
the size of the available material.
Setup a Fabric
Alignment Angle
Set a different angle before cutting a cut file/marker.
Setup a Clipping
Window
Prevent the knife from cutting outside of one or more
edges of the spread.
Gauges
Status gauges appear on-screen as soon as servo power is enabled, replacing the
Enable Servo Power prompt. These gauges are frequently-updated indicators.
The Percent Complete, although not among the group of gauges described
above, indicates cut file/marker completion.
Vacuum Level Gauge
Shows current vacuum level in inches or centimeters per mercury. Click the
gauge button to access the Vacuum Settings dialog box. When the level is too
low the bar graph turns red. Also, the Vacuum Low Caution message displays
when the vacuum is too low for processing the current cut file/marker.
Knife Speed Gauge
Shows current knife reciprocating speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Click
the gauge button to access the Knife Speeds dialog box.
Cut Speed Gauge
Shows current cutting speed in inches or centimeters per minute for the cutting
head. The Cut Speed gauge indicates the slowdown by a decrease in the width of
the green bar indicator. Click the gauge button to access the Cut Speed
dialog box.
Knife Wear Gauge
Shows the number of sharpens that have occurred since the last knife; it also
indicates how many sharpens remain before the knife needs to be changed.
When the maximum number of sharpens has been reached, the bar graph turns
red and the Knife Life Exceeded prompt displays.
Click the Knife Wear gauge button to access the Knife Wear and Sharpening
dialog box.
Feed Rate Slider
On a GTxL GERBERcutter, this slider allows you to view and change the feed
rate at which the cutter head and beam move across the table. The range is from
0% (minimum) to 100% (maximum); 0 indicates no movement.
Percent Complete Gauge
This gauge displays at the bottom of the File Display area. It shows the
percentage of cutting completed so far for the current marker; the percentage is
based on distance cut relative to total cut distance as calculated during
preprocessing.
Two Line Output Display
This display relays informational messages that do not require any user
acknowledgement. You can scroll through the messages using the scroll buttons
on the window.
These can include:
Initializing...
Command Executed Move Complete
Cut File Information Button
This button displays the cut file/marker name when one is open. Click the button
to display the Cut File Information dialog box. This dialog box shows the cut file
name and path as well as the length, width, number of bites, and number of
pieces in the open cut file. The dialog box also allows you to open/close a cut
file/marker or re-run a file.
Information concerning the current cut file and cut job displays in this window.
This can include:
Name of setup used
Cut path (drive and directory)
Marker (cut file) name
Length and width of marker
Bite number currently being processed
Piece number currently being processed
Origin in X and Y
Job queue, if any
Cutter status mode (determines which commands can be used currently)
System Setup Button
This button displays the system setup dialog box. From here, you can load a new
setup or save a setup you created. Refer to C-200MT online help
Queue Information Button
This button displays the Queue name when one is open. Click the button to
display the Queue Information dialog box. This dialog box allows you to:
Check the current job, if any
Open a queue
Close the current queue
Select the next job in the current queue
Open Queue Manager to edit the current or create a new queue. Refer to
C-200MT online help.
File Display Area
When a cut file/marker is opened, this screen shows the current bite and
indicates the piece currently being cut. The status of this window is updated
several times a second. Information concerning the current file and job displays
in this window. This can include:
Piece number currently being processed
Cutter status mode
Origin in X and Y
Bite number currently being processed
Job queue, if any
Length and width of marker
File Display Options
To access File Display Options (explained below), right click in the File Display
area. Right clicking provides access to the following options, depending on
whether a cut file/marker is open or not:
Option Use To
View Access the CutView utility. Refer to C-200MT online help.
Close Close currently displayed cut file/marker.
About Display the Cut File Information dialog box. This dialog box shows the
cut file name and path as well as the length, width, number of bites, and
number of pieces in the open cut file/marker. The dialog box also allows
you to open/close a file or re-run a file.
Rerun Reopen and display the last cut file/marker opened. The system will
display the files name in the menu.
Note: If you attempt to rerun a currently displayed cut file/marker, the
system will prompt you to close and reopen that file.
Open a Different
Cutfile
Open a different cut file/marker than the one currently open.
Piece Colors in File Display Area
Pieces change color during and after cutting in order to differentiate pieces that
have not yet been cut. Pieces are first white. When a piece is about to be cut, it
turns light blue. As the knife cuts a piece, the cut line becomes yellow. After
each piece is cut, its piece number turns yellow, too.
Status Bar
When a menu command is highlighted, a brief description about the command
displays in the Status bar.
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Direction and Location
Gerber uses specific terms to describe direction and location on the cutting table.
Learning these words will make it easier for you to find your way around
the GERBERcutter.
Ends and Sides
Each side of the cutting table is named so you can identify it easily. The take-on
end is where material comes onto the work surface for cutting. The take-off end
is where material leaves the work surface after cutting. The right and left sides
are as they would appear to someone standing at the take-on end.
Take-on End
Take-off End
Beam Control
Panel
Left Side
Right Side
(Far Side)
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X, Y, and C-axes
The GERBERcutter uses three imaginary lines or axes to tell direction and
location on the cutting table. They are the X, Y, and C-axes, as shown below.
If you stand at the operator console, the Y-axis runs across the table, the
X-axis goes from left to right, and the C-axis is in the cutter head. The beam
moves along the X-axis, the cutter head travels the Y-axis, and the knife turns
around the C-axis in the cutter head.
Movement is always in a plus (+) or minus (-) direction on the X and Y-axes.
If you stand at the operator console:
+X is to your right.
+Y is away from you.
-X is to your left.
-Y is toward you.
C-AXIS
Y-AXIS
X-AXIS
+Y
-Y
-X +X
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Location is also given in terms of the X and Y-axes, as shown below.
If you stand at the operator console, the point X0, Y0 is at the lower left corner
of the work surface, as shown below.
All locations on the work surface are relative to this position. Unlike direction,
location is always stated in positive numbers. To find the point (X=24 in., Y=36
in.), start at X0, Y0. Measure 24 in. to the right along the X-axis. From there,
measure 36 in. away from you on the Y-axis . You are now at the point
X24, Y36.
Origin
Just as the table has a X0, Y0 position marking its lower left corner, so does each
cut file/marker. The X0, Y0 position of the cut file/marker is called the origin.
All data points (locations) of the cut file/marker are relative to the origin.
Before the GERBERcutter can cut a cut file/marker, you must set the location of
the origin. The cutter then cuts each piece relative to this point. The origin is set
from the beam control panel or at the operator console (see chapter 3). The
origin light is a red laser light located in the cutter head that shines on the cutting
table (see the Safety chapter of this manual).
WARNING! The origin light uses a Class IIIa laser. Do not
look directly into the laser beam without protective
glasses. Do not place any reflective (shiny) material on
the cutting table. Remove watches, rings, and other
jewelry. Reflected laser light may cause eye injury.
X0, Y0
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The origin must be close enough to the lower left corner of the table so that the
cut file/marker can fit on the table. For example, the origin shown below is at
X25, Y50.
With that origin, the cut file/marker extends off the table in the Y direction. You
can correct this situation by moving the origin to X25, Y25.
If the cutter cannot cut the cut file/marker because it will go off the table, you
will receive an off table message, such as one of the following:
Off table in +Y
Off table in -X
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Using the Check Origin feature, the system automatically verifies that the cut
file/marker will fit on the cutting table with the current origin. It does this before
cutting the cut file/marker. If the origin will not work for your file, the system
displays an error message like this:
Bad Origin: X too high (x.xxx)
acceptable range: x.xxx - x.xxx
where x.xxx is a table location in the X direction. You get a similar message if the
origin needs to be corrected in the Y direction.
Bite Feeding
GTxL systems use a conveyor for bite feeding. Bite feeding is a feature that
matches cutter head movement with conveyor movement, permitting automatic
cutting of a long spread. The GERBERcutter does this by cutting the spread in
sections. The marking system sets the length of each section in inches or
centimeters as one bite. After the cutter pulls the bite onto the cutting table and
cuts it, the conveyor automatically advances, positioning the next bite on the
cutting surface.
An example of how the conveyor and bite feeding work is shown on the next
page.
Diagram 1 shows a 48.8 m (160 ft.) spread of material that the marker maker
has divided into 20 bites, each 2.4 m (8 ft.).
To begin automatic cutting, the conveyor pulls the leading edge of the spread
onto the cutting surface with the aid of underlay paper. The conveyor moves
until it pulls the first bite onto the cutting table as shown in Diagram 2.
The GERBERcutter cuts the first bite, including pieces that extend into the
second bite As shown in Diagram 3. The knife cuts a slit in the selvage of the
material to mark the origin of the second bite. The slit (or edge clip) made by the
marking system is a reference point in case you stop cutting during the second
bite.
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Next, the conveyor automatically moves the first bite down the cutting table and
brings the second bite in position to be cut as shown in Diagram 4. While the
bundle handlers are removing the pieces from the first bite, the GERBERcutter
begins cutting the second bite.
After the system completes the second bite, the conveyor moves the third bite
onto the cutting surface. It brings the second bite down to the bundle handlers,
and moves the first bite scrap from the cutting surface to the take-off table,
where you can collect or discard it as shown in Diagram 5.
The GERBERcutter keeps feeding bite after bite until it cuts the whole spread.
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Basic Cutting
Sections in this chapter explain:
Spreading material.
Turning the GERBERcutter on and off
Basic cutting on your GERBERcutter
For additional information on how to use C-200MT program features, refer to
the C-200MT Software Users Guide.
Spreading Material
CAUTION: Different materials require specific spreading methods for the best
cutting results. Also, spreading requirements are different for
systems without a conveyorized table. The following procedures are
general guidelines only.
To spread material on the spreading table
1. Place an underlay of perforated or air-porous paper (25 to 60 lbs.) on
the spreading table. Be sure the paper is straight on the table and
extends at least 0.3 m (1 ft.) beyond the leading edge of the spread.
The underlay lets you move the spread without pulling or disturbing the
material. When vacuum is applied, the underlay keeps the material
clean and in place. It also provides extra support for stretchy and
lightweight material.
2. Using the method appropriate for your site, spread the material on top
of the perforated paper. Normally the straight edge is on the operators
side of the cutting table.
CAUTION: Do not exceed your GERBERcutters maximum
compressed material ply height (see the System
Description in documentation for your cutter).
Exceeding the maximum material ply height will lower
cut quality, shorten knife life, and may damage your
GERBERcutter.
3. If you use fullsize plots to identify individual pieces after they are cut,
put the correct one on top of the spread.
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Basic Cutting
The following sections explain how to use C-200MT features to perform basic
cutting procedures.
5. Select setup
At Cutter
At Operator
Console
1. Turn on cutter
6. Open cut file/
marker
7. Turn on vacuum
12. Start processing
cut file/marker
2. Enable
servo power
3. Initialize cutter
8. Position
laser light
4. Position first bite
of spread on table
9.Set marker origin
10. Select
cutting speed
or feed rate
11. Turn on
knife motor
Note: Read the safety precautions at the beginning of this manual
before performing any operation at the cutter.
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Turning on the Cutter
outside of the vacuum and electric enclosure(s) allow you to turn power ON or
OFF for the FEP (or PC), vacuum system, C-200 cutter controller, servo motors,
and conveyor. Enclosure(s) may be located at the side or at the end of the cutter
or on a separate table along side of the cutter.
To turn on the main power circuit breaker for your cutter, see the Safety
Procedures chapter in this manual.
Enabling Servo Power
Pressing the Servo Power Enable switch turns on power to the servo motors.
These motors move the cutter head and beam during cut processing.
To enable servo power
1. Make sure that cutter power is turned on and the C-200MT program is
running.
2. When prompted, press the Servo Power Enable switch. Depending on
your GERBERcutter, this switch may be located at the operator console
or at the beam control panel.
The servo motors are turned on and gauges display across the top of the
Main Cutter Control screen.
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Initializing the Cutter
Use the Initialize feature to identify the zero position for the table in X and Y.
This is also called the home position and is written as (0,0). Limit switches tell
the C-200MT when the cutter head reaches the (0, 0) position.
For information about basic cutter concepts, see that chapter in this manual.
Note: You must initialize the cutter before processing markers.
Otherwise, an error message displays.
To initialize the cutter
1. Make sure that the cutter power is turned on, the C-200MT program is
running, and the servo power is enabled.
2. Do one of the following:
Press the Initialize switch on the beam control panel.
Press the Initialize key on the keyboard.
From the Cutter menu, select Initialize.
Click the Initialize button on the tool bar.
The cutter head and beam moves to the (0,0) position on the table and
the origin is reported in the System Messages box.
Note: If the cutter is set up for the Right Side Option, the cutter
head and beam moves to the right side of the table.
Positioning the First Bite
After the cutter is initialized, use the jog switch at the take-on end of the cutter to
advance the spread (material) into cutting position on the table. This will be the
first bite. Then cover the spread with plastic film. For specific information on
spreading a marker and positioning the first bite, see the first page in this
chapter.
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Selecting a Setup
A setup is a file containing parameters that enable or disable various features,
options, and modes depending on such considerations as ply height, material
characteristics, or marker width. Use the Setup List page to select a new Setup
from the list of all Current Setups available.
To select a setup
Press the Settings key on the keyboard.
Click the Settings button on the Cutter Main Control screen.
Click the Settings button in the tool bar.
From the Setup menu, select Settings.
2. If some other page is selected in the System Setup dialog box, click the
Setup List tab.
3. Use the pointing device to select the Name of the setup you want.
4. To select this setup as the current setup, click the Apply or the OK
button. Apply loads the new setup and leaves the screen open; OK
loads the new setup and closes the screen. Selecting another setup page
is the same as clicking Apply.
5. When prompted to Activate Selected Setup, check your changes and
then click the Yes button.
6. When satisfied with the changes, press Enter or click the OK button.
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Opening a Cut File/Marker
Use the Marker Open feature to select marker or cut file and open it for
processing. You can enter a cut file/marker name directly or choose from a list of
available files. You also can search for piece names using the * and ?
wildcards. For example, to find files with names similar to SUIT123, SUIT456,
and SUITABC, type SUIT*.
Default Directories/Storage Areas
For cut data files the default directory is C:\USER. For AccuMark markers or
cut data, when you first open this dialog box after starting the C-200MT
program, the first storage area on the C: drive is selected by default. After you
make a selection and until you shut down C-200MT, the default storage area for
AccuMark markers or cut files will be the last storage area from which you
selected AccuMark data.
To open a marker
Press the Open Marker key on the keyboard.
From the Marker menu, select Open.
Click the Open Marker button on the tool bar.
The Marker Open screen displays.
Note: If Marker Size: Use Auto Calculate is turned OFF and certain
features, such as Right Side Option, are turned ON, you will
be prompted to enter a new marker width. Press Enter to
accept the marker width or type a new marker width and then
press Enter.
2. To change drives and directories or storage areas, you can use the
pointing device, Tab key, or arrow keys to make your selections.
3. To select the Type of File you want to open, click on the button marked
with an arrow to the right of that field. Choices are:
AccuMark cut
AccuMark marker
All (other cut) files
4. Select the cut file/marker you want to process.
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5. If you selected an AccuMark marker, you may be prompted to change
cutter and notch parameter tables. See the next sections.
6. Press Enter or click the OK button to return to the Main Cutter Control
screen.
7. The first bite of the selected cut file/marker is processed and displays in
the File Display area. Verify that this is the marker you want to cut.
Changing AccuMark Parameter Tables
To make changes to the Cutter and Notch parameter tables that are associated
with the marker file currently being opened, one or both parameters in the
Security category must be enabled.
Note: Supervisors can change the access level of these parameters
using the Advanced button in the Parameter Manager.
To select different parameter table(s)
1. Make sure the User Parameter Table Selecting parameter is enabled.
2. Open an AccuMark marker.
The AccuMark Parameter Table Selection dialog box displays with the
name of the current marker displayed.
Note: Edit buttons are not available unless the User Parameter
Table Editing parameter is also enabled.
3. To check parameter tables that are being used by another marker or to
select a different marker, click the Select button for that item.
4. To select a different Cutter parameter table, click the Select button for
that item. The name of the new table displays.
5. To select a different Notch parameter table, click the Select button for
that item. The name of the new table displays. If you decide to use the
internal Notch parameter table instead, click the Internal button.
6. Press Enter or click OK.
The marker opens in the Cut File display area.
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To edit parameter table(s)
1. Make sure the User Parameter Table Editing parameter is enabled.
2. Open an AccuMark marker.
The AccuMark Parameter Table Selection dialog box displays with the
name of the current marker displayed.
Note: Select buttons are not available unless the User Parameter Table
Selecting parameter is also enabled.
3. To edit the Cutter parameter table:
a) Click the Edit button for that item.
b) When prompted that changes you are about to make will overwrite
the parameter table file, click OK. The Cutter Parameter Table
Editor displays.
c) Make desired changes and press Enter or click OK.
4. To edit the Notch parameter table:
a) Click the Edit button for that item.
b) When prompted that changes you are about to make will overwrite
the parameter table file, click OK. The Notch Parameter Table
Editor displays.
c) Select the Notch type you want to make changes for.
d) Enter values for Perimeter Width, Inside Width, and/or Notch
Depth.
e) Select and edit each Notch type you want to change, and then press
Enter or click OK.
5. Press Enter or click OK.
The AccuMark marker opens in the Cut File display area.
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Cutter Parameter Table Editor
Fields in this editor correspond to fields in the AccuMark Cutter Parameter
Table.
Note: To specify the Notch Parameter Table, use the AccuMark Parameter
Table Selection dialog box.
Field Description
Cutter Type The cutter type does not automatically change the default values of the
table.
STATIC is a type of GERBERcutter that has a fixed cutting surface
equal to the table length.
CONVEYOR TABLE is a type of GERBERcutter that has a continuous
belt for the cutting surface. As the spread is fed on from one side, the cut
pieces come off the other.
TRAVELLING CONVEYOR is a GERBERcutter that moves from one
spreading table to the next on floor rails.
Table Length Usable table length.
Table Width Usable table width.
X Scale Determines the scale of the cut data in Y direction on the table.
Y Scale Determines the scale of the cut data in X direction on the table.
Perimeter
Tool
Choices are:
KNIFE to cut the marker
PEN to plot the marker if the cutter is equipped with a pen
BLANK the perimeter will not be cut or plotted
First Bundle
Code
The default bundle code is A and can be edited with numeric or
alphanumeric values.
Edge
Tolerance
Used for tubular goods. If the piece perimeter is placed within the given
tolerance, the cutter will dry haul for the fold. The pattern dimensions are
increased to the defined value.
Maximum
Move
This safety feature controls the cutting head on long straight lines. Data
points are added during cut process if a straight segment is over the
indicated value.
Fold Overcut Used for tubular goods. The cutter will cut the defined amount past the
edge of the marker on folded pieces. This is to make sure the piece is
fully cut. The folded pieces must have the piece option F assigned.
Cut Small
Slow
Used to ensure good quality on small pieces by cutting them at the
indicated percent of full speed (increments of 5 with a minimum of
60%). This prevents pushing; refer to the Applications manual for your
cutter.
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Field Description
Bite Clip
Amount
The length of a cut made in the selvage of the goods. Used to reorigin the
cutter head at the beginning of a bite for a conveyor. See Bite
Parameters.
Park in Bite When cutting lofty goods, the cutting head needs to be moved to the edge
of the table when the GERBERcutter advances. Otherwise, when the
vacuum releases, the goods are no longer condensed and could be
damaged. This is calculated based on 0.00 as the origin. To move the
head to the far side of the fabric, enter the width plus an additional
amount to ensure the head moves off entirely.
See Bite Parameters.
Bite Length Indicates a specific bite length for the available cutting surface. See Bite
Parameters.
Bi-L/R Cut NO means the option will not be activated
YES indicates lefts will be cut in opposite direction from rights.
Bi-L/R Mirr
Cut
NO indicates mirrored pieces will be cut in clockwise direction
YES indicates one half of mirrored piece will be cut in opposite direction
from the other half on a common perimeter point of the mirror line. The
cutter will dry haul back to the center back hem and resume cutting in the
counter clockwise direction, finishing at the center.
Cut Small
Pieces First
NO means the option will not be activated
YES indicates the pieces not identified as major pieces in AccuMark will
be cut first.
AutoMatch YES indicates the cutter has AutoMatch option.
Cut Net Parts YES cuts pieces in a defined block for blockfusing.
NO cuts the block.
Variable
Biting
Indicates that bite lengths change according to the size and location of
pieces in the marker.
Choices are:
Yes, for a conveyor table so the system calculates the bite according to
the length of the cutting table and the pieces.
No, for a conveyor table when you determine and enter the fixed bite
length at the cutter.
No, for a static cutter.
Labeller Check to use a labeller.
Label Width Usually 1.25 inches; the labeller can override these values
Label Height Usually 2 inches; the labeller can override these values
Label Margin Usually .25; the labeller can override these values
Label/Tool These two drop-down list boxes establish what tool the GERBERcutter
uses for specific internal labels. Possible tools are KNIFE, PEN,
DRILL1, DRILL2, OPSTOP, LABELLER, and blank. A blank field
allows an internal label to be turned off. The default labels are: C
Opstop;D Drill1;I Knife
Basic Cutting 47
Using Rerun
Use the Marker Rerun feature to reopen the previously selected cut file/marker.
To rerun the last cut file/marker
1. From the Marker menu, select Rerun. The cut file/marker opened
previously displays in the File Display area.
Turning on the Vacuum
Use the Vacuum feature to turn table vacuum ON in order to process markers.
When finished cutting, you can repeat the following procedure to turn OFF table
vacuum.
Vacuum System parameters that control the vacuum system are set using the
Parameter Manager.
To turn the vacuum on in order to cut
1. Make sure that the first bite is positioned on the table and the correct
cut file/marker is open.
Press the Vacuum On/Off switch on the beam control panel.
Press the Vacuum key on the keyboard.
From the Cutter menu, select Vacuum.
Click the Vacuum button on the tool bar.
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Positioning the Laser Light
The laser origin light is located on the cutting head. Refer to the
GERBERcutters operator manual or Getting Started for the location of the
switch for this light.
WARNING! The origin light uses a Class IIIa laser product. To avoid
injury to your eyes, do not look at the laser at any time. Also, do
not place any reflective material, such as mirrors, polished
steel, or jewelry on the cutting table.
At the beam control panel, press the Slew Enable and Arrow switches to position
the laser origin light at the corner of the spread closest to the X0,Y0 values on
the cutting table.
Setting the Marker Origin
Use the Origin feature to establish the origin for a marker.
To set the marker origin
1. After positioning the laser light at the corner of the spread as explained
above, do one of the following:
Press the Origin button on the beam control panel.
Press the Origin key on the keyboard.
From the Cutter menu, select Origin.
Click the Origin button on the tool bar.
The origin is reported in the System Messages box, where x.xxx and
y.yyy are the absolute table coordinates (origin) for the lower left
corner of the marker.
Basic Cutting 49
Selecting Cutting Speed
Select the appropriate cutting speed for processing the open cut file/marker.
Depending on your GERBERcutter, use the Cutting Speed dial at the beam
control panel or the Feedrate slider on the C-200MT Main Control screen. Refer
to the GERBERcutter Applications manual for recommended settings for cutting
speed.
Turning on the Knife Motor
At the beam control panel, turn on the knife motor.
WARNING! The knife blade is very sharp. Use extreme caution when
working near the knife blade.
Processing a Cut File/Marker
Use the Start feature to begin processing, or cutting, a cut file/marker.
To start processing a cut file/marker:
1. Make sure you have completed all of the previous procedures in this
chapter.
Press the Start switch on the beam control panel.
Press the Start key on the keyboard.
From the Cutter menu, select Start.
Click the Start button on the tool bar.
The piece being cut is outlined in the File Display are and the current
piece and bite number display in the System Status window.
3. When prompted that processing is complete, press Enter or click OK.
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Trim Cut
Use the Trim Cut feature to cut across a spread in order to trim away excess
material and plastic.
To use Trim Cut
Press the Trim Cut switch (marked by scissors) on the beam
control panel
From the Cutter menu, select Trim Cut.
At the beam control panel, the Error Warning Light starts flashing to
indicate you are in Trim Cut mode.
2. Immediately, press and hold the Slew Enable button while using the
joystick or pressing slew keys to make required cut(s).
3. To exit Trim Cut mode, do one of the following:
At the beam control panel, press the Stop switch or wait
until the Error Warning Light stops flashing.
At the operator console, press Esc.
Note: To position and lower the knife before using the Null KI
command for GERBERcutters that support Knife
Intelligence, turn the feed rate to zero and then follow the
steps above.
4. To exit Trim Cut mode, do one of the following:
At the beam control panel, press the Stop button.
At the operator workstation, press Esc.
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Exiting the Program
This section gives the steps necessary to close the C-200MT program and shut
down the cutter.
CAUTION: To avoid losing data, always quit the C-200MT program
before shutting down Windows NT. Also, shutdown
Windows NT before turning off the main circuit breaker
for the cutter.
To quit the C-200MT program
1. Make sure that the cutter is idle (not processing data).
2. From the Quit menu, select Confirm.
To shut down the cutter
1. Click on the Start button in the Task bar. Do one of the following:
Select Shutdown.
Press ALT + F4.
2. In the Shutdown dialog box, click the radio button next to Shutdown
the Computer. Then press Enter or click the OK button.
3. When prompted that it is safe to turn off your computer, turn off the
main power circuit breaker.
52 Basic Cutting
Recovery 53
Recovery
Recovery procedures allow the cutter to resume cutting after a power loss,
EStop, or a system power down interrupts cut processing. An EStop occurs
whenever cutter motion is stopped by pressing one of the emergency stop
(EStop) switches or plungers located on the cutter.
Note: The reason for the power down displays as an on-screen error
message.
Before Using Recovery Commands
Before using any of the recovery commands you need to perform the following
procedures.
To correct the condition before recovery
1. If the operator console lost power, turn on the main power supply and
start up the C-200MT program. Then enable servo power and initialize
the cutter.
OR
If an EStop occurred, press Enter to clear the message from the screen.
Enable servo power.
OR
If accidental system power down occurred, press Enter to clear any
error message from the screen. Restart Windows NT, if necessary, and
restart the C-200MT program. Then enable servo power and initialize
the cutter.
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Restore State
Use the Restore State feature to return to the last piece and bite that was being
cut before a power loss, EStop, or system power down. This feature
automatically restores all of the following:
Reopens the cut file/marker
Restores the setup
Restores Fabric Alignment, if used
Restores the origin
Searches for the piece being cut before the cutter stopped
Restores a Job Queue, if open (refer to C-200MT Software Users
Guide)
To restore state of last cut file/marker
1. Make sure the condition that stopped cutting is corrected.
Press the Restore State key on the keyboard.
From the Recover menu, select Restore State.
3. If the marker and piece information displayed in the Restore State
dialog box is correct, press Enter or click the OK button.
Note: If this information is not correct, you can use the procedure
for restoring state manually. See the next section.
The marker is opened and the System Message box prompts that the
State is restored.
4. Verify that the correct piece and bite number display in the System
Status window. If correct, start processing.
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Restoring State Manually
Instead of using the Restore State feature, you can manually restore state using
the following steps.
To restore state manually
1. Position the origin light at the top of the bite clip for the last bite cut.
Set a new origin.
2. Choose the correct setup to configure your cutter.
3. Open the cut file/marker.
4. Use Piece Search explained in the next section.
Piece Search
Use the Piece Search feature to find and cut a specific piece in a cut file/marker.
This is useful after an EStop or system power down, especially if the Restore
State command does not find the correct piece to cut.
To find and cut a specific piece
1. If cutting was interrupted, make sure that the condition is corrected and
the marker you want to cut is open.
Press the Piece Search key on the keyboard.
From the Recover menu, select Piece Search.
3. In the Piece Search dialog box, type to enter the Piece to Search to.
Then press Enter or click the OK button.
The File Display area shows the piece in the cut file/marker. The
System Messages box reports that the requested piece was found and
gives the bite number it was found in.
Note: When the piece being searched for is split across two bites, a
dialog box displays. If you want to begin cutting the part of
the piece located in the first of these two bites, click the Yes
button. If not, click the No button.
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Piece Recut
Use the Piece Recut feature to recut a specific piece in a cut file/marker that
might not have been cut properly.
To recut a specific piece
1. Make sure the cut file/marker you want to cut is open.
2. From the Recover menu, select Piece Recut.
3. In the Piece Recut dialog box, type the piece number to recut. Then
press Enter or click the OK button.
The piece you want to recut displays alone in the Marker Plot screen.
The System Status window reports that the requested piece was found
and gives the bite number it was found in.
4. Position material on the table.
5. Position the cutter head near the lower left corner of the area to be cut.
6. Set the origin.
7. Start processing.
Restore Origin
Use the Restore Origin feature to restore the origin point.
To restore the last origin
1. Make sure the condition that stopped cutting is corrected.
2. From the Recover menu, select Restore Origin.
The origin is reported in the System Messages box, where x.xxx and
y.yyy are the absolute table coordinates for the restored origin point.
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Bite Search
For conveyorized systems, use the Bite Search feature to find and cut a specific
bite in a cut file/marker.
To find and cut a specific bite
1. If cutting was interrupted, make sure that the condition is corrected and
the cut file/marker you want to cut is open.
2. From the Recover menu, select Bite Search.
3. In the Bite Search dialog box, type to enter the Bite to Search to. Press
Enter or click the OK button.
The System Messages box reports that the requested bite is found and
gives the piece number of the first piece in that bite.
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Working with Parameters 59
Working with Parameters
Parameter Manager
Use the Parameter Manager command to verify settings and make changes
to a setup. When the Parameter Manager screen displays, the first item
in the Parameters section (top half of screen) is highlighted. Parameters
in the window belong to the category highlighted in the Categories section
(bottom half of screen).
Note: Refer to the C-200MT online help for the latest information
on using Parameter Manager.
To use Parameter Manager
1. From the Setup menu, select Parameter Manager.
2. To move through the list of parameters, do one of the following:
Use the arrow keys on the keyboard.
Use the pointing device.
3. Notice that the rectangle at left indicates whether parameters or
categories are currently being selected. To select a different category,
do one of the following:
Use the arrow keys on the keyboard.
Use the pointing device.
Rectangle indicates
whether Parameters
(as shown) or
Categories are
currently selected
Range or
choices
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4. To exit Parameter Manager, press Esc or click the Close button.
Changing Parameters
Use the Parameter Manager to:
Change parameters temporarily for the current setup
Change parameters permanently for one or more setups
Create a new setup
Determine who can view or change parameters
Refer to the C-200MT online help for the latest information on accessing,
changing, and searching for parameters.
Categories of Parameters
Parameters are settings that are included in the setup for your cutter. Some
parameters turn a feature on or off. Other parameters define a value within an
allowable range. For example, use the Clipping Window Option parameter to
turn this feature ON and then set current values using Clipping Boundary
parameters.
Categories group parameters that relate to a cutter feature. The following
parameter categories can be accessed at the User and Supervisor levels.
Additional parameter categories can be accessed at the Field Service level.
Note: For a complete list of parameters and information on changing levels,
refer to C-200MT online help.
Category Parameters Used To
Frequently Used
Parameters
Provide quick access to frequently-used
parameters; can be customized.
Knife and Drill Speeds Control knife and drill speed for specific cutting
conditions.
Sharpen Parameters Control how and when the knife is sharpened.
Define how the cutter determines wear on the
knife blade and when the knife should be
replaced.
Cutting Parameters Control advance and overcut distances and
limits. Control cut angle and slowdown
percentage for cutting operations.
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Category Parameters Used To
Vacuum System Control the vacuum options.
Ignore Codes Tell the cutter to ignore or respond to certain
marker data codes.
Bristle Cleaner Control times and number of sweeps for
automatic cleaning.
Knife and Path
Intelligence
Control how Knife Intelligence, if available on
your system, compensates for cutting forces on
knife.
Set up Path Intelligence to automatically adjust
feed rate for the best cut quality and throughput.
Data Format/Scaling and
RSO
Define the format of cut file data or AAMA data
conversion.
Define X and Y-axis scaling.
Define marker size. Initialize RSO cutters.
Bite Parameters Define how the cutter handles bites. Define end
park position.
Options and Modes Turn on/off various GERBERcutter features.
Mirror Image and
Clipping Window
Turn on the mirroring options which rotate the
cut file/marker before cutting. Turn on the
clipping window feature and define boundaries.
OPSTOP and Report
Options
Control how the cutter responds to OPSTOP
codes. Define Cutter Info Database reporting.
Selvage Cut/Contiguous
Cut
Control Selvage/Web cutting for vertical line
cuts through the selvage or the selvage and web.
Control processing of consecutive markers.
System Setup Parameters Set maximum beam velocities for cutting.
Cut File Preprocessor Determine the parameters used when
preprocessing markers.
Queue Manager Determine how Queue Manager handles cut data
files.
Security Determine whether or not Cutter and Notch
parameter tables can be selected and/or edited for
the AccuMark marker currently being opened.
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Optimizing GERBERcutter 63
Optimizing GERBERcutter Optimizing GERBERcutter Optimizing GERBERcutter Optimizing GERBERcutter
Along with routine maintenance procedures, such as knife sharpening
and bristle cleaning, adjustments need to be made for differences in fabric
and spreads. Parameters and menu commands allow you to set up and run these
features.
Maintenance
Refer to the C-200MT Software Users Guide for routine procedures on:
Sharpening the knife
Resetting for a new knife
Bristle cleaning
Refer to the GTxL GERBERcutter System Service Manual for maintenance
schedules and advanced maintenance procedures. Refer to the Service CD for
parts information.
Applications
Refer to the GTxL GERBERcutter Application Manual. Also, refer to the
C-200MT Software Users Guide for procedures on:
Controlling Cut Speed
Adjusting Knife Speeds
Changing Feed Rate
Controlling Vacuum Levels
Using Path Intelligence
Diagnostics/Error Messages
Refer to the C-200MT Software Users Guide for diagnostic procedures and a
listing of Error Messages available to assist in troubleshooting your
GERBERcutter.
Two new diagnostics, listed on the next page, are used with your GTxL
GERBERcutter.
64 Optimizing GERBERcutter

Beam Squareness
This diagnostic is used along with Beam Square Test to square the beam for
cutters, such as GTxL, with two, independent X motors. Use this diagnostic to
have the system set a Beam Square Adjustment value based on x1 and x2 index
distances. This value needs to be reset whenever:
Mechanical part(s) affecting x1 and x2 index distances have been
replaced or modified
Beam has been mechanically squared
FEP software has been loaded
Once this diagnostic has been run, the beam is automatically squared when you
initialize the cutter, including after EStop or error conditions. Refer to the
C-200MT Software Users Guide for complete information on the Beam
Squareness and Cut Tests/Beam Square Test diagnostics.
Dynamic Offset / Yaw Cut Test
Use this Cut Tests diagnostic to:
Check offset whenever maintenance is performed on the sharpener or
roller guide or if a cut quality or sizing condition exists.
Check yaw whenever maintenance is performed on C-axis components
or the sharpener.
Refer to the C-200MT Software Users Guide for complete information on using
the Dynamic Offset/Yaw Cut Test diagnostic.
Customer Support
If a problem still exists after troubleshooting, call Gerber Field Service
Engineering for assistance. In North America, call Customer Support
800-999-1448. Outside North America, call your local service office.
Have the following information ready when you call:
GERBERcutter you are using
Any special equipment or software you are using, such as the drill,
resealer, or bar code reader option
Software packages you are using; include the software version numbers
Equipment number, if available

Glossary 65
Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary
axis
An imaginary line used to describe movement and location on the cutting table. The GERBERcutter
utilizes three axes: X (parallel to table length), Y (parallel to table width), and C (knife direction).
beam
A support and carrier for the cutter head as it moves across the width and up/down the length of
the table.
beam control panel (BCP)
A terminal that lets you control the cutter head and beam assembly from the cutting table. The computer
which processes input from the beam control panel is called the BCC.
For specific controls available on the BCP for your cutter, refer to the GERBERcutter operator's manual
or Getting Started.
bite
A section of a marker that (a) fits on the cutting table and (b) can be cut at one time. Bite feeding
matches cutter head movement with conveyor movement, permitting automatic cutting of a long spread
of material. The spread is cut in sections that fit on the cutting table surface. Each section is called a
bite.
BRISTLE SQUARES
Squares of molded bristle that install into conveyor slats or into a fixed grid. They form a work surface
for cutting material.
C-axis
An imaginary, straight line that the knife rotates about.
Cutter Information Database (CIDB)
An optional C-200MT utility that uses a database to track time relative to cutter operation and reports
this information.
command
A request to perform a function that is entered at a terminal, such as the PC or FEP at the operator
console. Also, an item you can choose in a C-200MT menu in order to use a feature in the C-200MT
program.
conveyor
Moving work surface made from slats and covered with Gerber BRISTLE SQUARES.
CTOT
The Conveyorized Take-off Table (CTOT) is a device for moving cut pieces off the cutting table
surface. The CTOT is made of plastic links, that move in synch with the conveyor.
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cut file
A computer data file that tells the GERBERcutter how to cut particular patterns (a marker) out of a
spread of material. Also, see marker.
data
Information stored on a disk.
default
A setting that is programmed into the computer at the factory or set by Field Service when the cutter is
first installed. This is used until you or your supervisor override it by selecting another setting.
disk or disc
A computer storage medium. GERBERcutter systems can use 3.5-inch disks and CD-ROM discs.
disk drive
A device that lets a computer read and write data on a disk. Your cutter has 3.5-inch and CD-ROM
disk/disc drives.
drill
An optional unit that attaches to the cutter head for making drill holes.
dry haul
The distance traveled with the knife out of the material.
dry run
To execute a cut file without plunging the knife or drill into the material.
EStop
A red push button that can be pressed during an emergency to immediately stop all GERBERcutter
motion.
feed rate dial/slider
Control used to set the desired cut speed.
front end processor (FEP)
A computer in the operator console that relays your commands, cut file data, and setup file data to the
Motion Control Computer for processing.
hard disk drive
A device that holds the software that runs the GERBERcutter. A hard disk drive uses rigid metal disks
to store large amounts of data.
You need to manage your hard disk so it does not become too full and disorganized. For information on
managing files on the hard disk, see File Manager in the Cut File and Report Utilities chapter or refer to
documentation for AccuMark Explorer or Windows NT.
hardware
Physical elements of a computer, such as the monitor and keyboard.
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heel cut
Cut made by the heel of the knife. The heel is the thickest edge (following edge) of the knife blade.
home
Cutting table's (X0,Y0) coordinates.
initialize
To set the cutting table's (0,0) coordinate after downloading the C-200MT software. The system uses
this coordinate as a reference when processing a marker.
Knife Intelligence
Knife Intelligence (KI) is a GERBERcutter feature that:
Senses deflection of the knife (lateral force) caused by cutting difficult materials or high ply
spreads
Changes knife angle to compensate for this deflection
Note: KI is not applicable for S-3200, GT 3250, and GTxL GERBERcutter systems.
job queue
A job queue contains multiple markers or cut files to be cut sequentially. Each marker and its
corresponding setup file is called a job. See Queue Manager chapter.
limit switch
A switch that sets boundaries (limits) for the travel of the cutting head or beam along the work surface
of the cutting table.
marker
Another name for a cut file being processed on the cutter. Also, an AccuMark file that identifies the
layout of pieces on a spread for cutting.
mast
A tower available with lateral drive GERBERcutter systems that holds the overhead power cables, shop
air hoses, and houses a flashing warning light and alarm to alert others when the cutting table is moving.
An exhaust stack for the vacuum system may also be located on the mast.
motion control computer (MCC)
A computer, or controller board, that responds to instructions sent from the front end processor to
control cutting table, beam, and head motion.
network
A set of computers connected together. For example, a GERBERcutter may be networked to a CAD
grading and marking system.
offset
A value by which one item is set or located differently relative to another item.
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operator console
The location on the GERBERcutter where the C-200MT program is accessed and marker processing is
initiated. The operator console includes a monitor, keyboard, and computer with a hard drive, disk
drive, and CD-ROM disc drive. See also Front End Processor FEP.
OpStop
A command in a cut file that causes the cutter to stop processing while the operator checks matching
points and slews the cutting head as necessary.
origin
The start position (X0,Y0) of a marker on the table. This is set at the corner of the marker closest to
the take-off end on the side of the cutting table where the operator console is located.
parameter
A setting defined in the setup file.
Path Intelligence
Path Intelligence (PI) completely or partially controls cut speed using built-in application knowledge
and by measuring one or more of the following:
Knife sharpness
Vacuum level
XY force
Use commands in the Diagnostics/Path Intelligence menu to ensure that the GERBERcutter is running
properly.
program
A set of instructions for a computer to execute. The programs that direct a computer are called software.
right side
The right side of the cutting table as seen from the take-on end.
servo motor
An electric motor used to move the beam along the X-axis or the cutter head along the beam in the Y-
axis of the cutting table.
setup
A setup is a file containing parameters which enable or disable various features, options, and modes
depending on such considerations as ply height, material characteristics, or marker width.
software
Set of computer programs used to run the GERBERcutter and communicate with you. These include
the C-200MT program and Windows NT.
spread
One or more layers of material spread on the cutting table surface for cutting. May also be called a lay.
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stack
A pipe, mounted vertically, that vents vacuum exhaust away from the GERBERcutter. This is usually
mounted on the mast.
take-off end
The end of the cutting table where cut pieces and scrap material leaves after being cut.
take-on end
The end of the cutting table that receives material for cutting from the spreading table.
utility
A program that helps you operate the cutter, such as Queue Manager, Preprocessor, or View Marker.
X-axis
A horizontal reference line in a coordinate system. For the GERBERcutter, the X-axis runs the length of
the table from the take-on end to the take-off end.
Y-axis
A vertical reference line in a coordinate system. For the GERBERcutter, the Y-axis runs the width of
the table from the left side to the right side.
zone (vacuum)
A vacuum feature that applies vacuum to a certain area of the cutting table. A cutting table with this
feature is divided into five or six zones. Vacuum can be applied to one or more zones at a time
depending on parameter settings.
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Index 71
Index
A
Accessing C-200MT Program......................25
AccuMark
open marker or cut data.............................42
parameter tables ........................................43
AccuMatch....................................................23
Air Pressure Gauge.......................................20
Applications..................................................63
B
Bar Code Reader...........................................24
Beam...............................................................9
Beam Control Panel (BCP)...........................14
Bite
feeding.......................................................35
Bristle Cleaner Options.................................24
BRISTLE SQUARES.....................................9
C
C-200 Controllers ...........................................6
C-200MT
accessing ...................................................25
exiting........................................................51
main cutter control screen.........................26
C-axis............................................................32
Circuit Breaker..............................................12
enclosure locations....................................13
cleaning work surface...................................24
Controls ........................................................12
location on GTxL..................................chart
Conveyor
controls......................................................17
Conveyorized Take-off Table (CTOT).........31
CTOT auto enable.........................................17
cut file
display.......................................................30
open...........................................................42
process.......................................................49
Cutter Head.....................................................9
Cutting
basic concepts ...........................................31
basic steps .................................................38
Cutting Table
components .................................................7
dimensions ..................................................8
D
Diagnostics ...................................................64
Drill Options .................................................24
E
Enabling Servo Power ..................................39
Error Messages .............................................64
Emergency Stop (Estop) ...............................17
locations ....................................................19
plungers/switiches.....................................18
Exiting ..........................................................51
F
Feed Rate Slider............................................28
FEP (PC)...................................................6, 17
File Display Options.....................................30
G
Gauges ..........................................................27
GERBERcutter Systems .................................6
GTxL GERBERcutter.....................................5
ply height.....................................................5
H
Home.............................................................40
I
Initializing the Cutter....................................40
J
Jog ................................................................19
controls......................................................20
L
Laser Light
position......................................................48
safety..........................................................ix
72 Index
Lateral Drive
controls for GTxL..................................... 21
option........................................................ 22
Limit Switches ............................................. 11
M
Main power circuit breaker .......................... 12
Maintenance ................................................. 63
Marker
display....................................................... 30
process ...................................................... 49
Marker Origin............................................... 48
Material Advance Controls .......................... 19
GTxL ........................................................ 20
O
Opening a Cut File/Marker .......................... 42
Operator Console.......................................... 16
PC............................................................. 17
Operator Controls Location.......................... 12
on GTxL ............................................... chart
Options for GERBERcutters ........................ 21
Origin ..................................................... 33, 40
restore ....................................................... 56
P
Parameter Manager ...................................... 59
Parameters .................................................... 60
Piece Recut................................................... 56
Piece Search ................................................. 55
Platform
controls ..................................................... 21
Ply Height
maximum.................................................... 5
Positioning the First Bite.............................. 40
POWER Processor ....................................... 23
Presser Foot Adjust ...................................... 20
Q
Queue Information ....................................... 29
R
Recovery
before........................................................ 53
Bite Search................................................ 57
Piece Recut ............................................... 56
Piece Search.............................................. 55
Restore Origin........................................... 56
Restore State............................................. 54
manual................................................... 55
Resealer Option............................................ 22
Rerun............................................................ 47
Right Side Option (RSO) ............................. 22
S
Safety............................................................ vii
Selecting Cutting Speed ............................... 49
Servo power ................................................. 39
Settings Options ........................................... 27
Setup............................................................. 41
Information............................................... 29
Shut Down.................................................... 51
Spread........................................................... 37
Start .............................................................. 25
Switches
EStop ........................................................ 18
Limit ......................................................... 11
T
Table............................................................... 7
dimensions.................................................. 8
Take-off/ Take-on Ends ........................... 8, 31
Trim Cut ....................................................... 50
Turning on the Cutter ................................... 39
Turning on the Knife Motor ......................... 49
Turning on the Vacuum................................ 47
U
Underlay....................................................... 37
V
Vacuum Assembly ....................................... 10
Vacuum Flow Diagram................................ 10
W
Work Surface ................................................. 9
cleaner options.......................................... 24
X, Y
X-axis ........................................................... 32
Y-axis ........................................................... 32
Operator Controls GTxL
Control Icon Description Location
Circuit breakers/
switch
Turns power on or off for controller,
servo motors, conveyor, and vacuum.
Beneath operator console
(shown) and at take-on end of
table
EStop switches/
paddles
Immediately halts all table motion. Beam, EStop and CTOT Control
panels, and Material Control
panels
Knife motor switch Turns the knife motor on or off. BCP
Joystick Moves (slews) the cutter head and beam
in the direction of the arrows. (-X, +X, -
Y, or +Y); the Slew Enable switch must
first be depressed.
BCP
Status light Indicates changes in status, or mode, for
the cutter. The light flashes when the
cutter is in Manual Bite or Trim Cut
mode or when a controller error occurs.
BCP
Slew enable button Allows movement of the cutter head and
beam; depress and hold before using
joystick.
BCP
Material Advance
Control Panel
Beam Control
Panel (BCP)
C-200MT Tool Bar
(hold cursor over button to see
corresponding function key)
EStop and CTOT
Control Panel
Circuit Breaker

Control Icon Description Location

Laser light button Turns the laser light at the cutting head on
or off.
BCP
Servo power
enable button

Turns on power to the servo motors. BCP
Vacuum

Turns cutting table vacuum on or off. BCP, F9 function key, and
C-200MT Cutter menu
KI Null

N/A for GTxL BCP and C-200MT Cutter menu
Fabric Alignment

Sets fabric alignment when pressed twice. BCP and C-200MT Cutter menu
Initialize

Moves the cutter head to the home X0,Y0
position on the table.
BCP, F11 function key, and
C-200MT Main Cutter Control
screen
Trim Cut

Manually trims the edges of a spread. BCP and C-200MT Cutter menu
Origin

Sets the current position of the origin
light as the origin of your cut file/marker.
Marker origin is the X,Y coordinate
where the cut file/marker starts.
screen
Start

Starts cutting on the GERBERcutter. BCP, F12 function key, and
screen
Stop

Stops the current operation of the cutter. Pause key, C-200MT Main
Cutter Control screen, and EStop
and CTOT Control panels
Sharpen Knife

Manually sharpens the knife blade one
cycle.
screen
CTOT Jog button

Performs a manual CTOT convey. EStop and CTOT Control panels
Presser foot adjust
dial
Adjusts air pressure for the presser foot
on the cutter head.
BCP
Air pressure gauge Shows current presser foot air pressure. BCP
Feed rate slider Sets the feed rate at which the cutter head
and beam move across the table.
On C-200MT Main Cutter
Control screen
CTOT auto enable
switch
Stops CTOT movement during either an
automatic or manual bite.
EStop and CTOT Control panels
Auxiliary Joystick Sets the match point for AccuMatch
option.
At operator console
Jog switch Moves material from a spreading table
onto the cutting table; turn and hold to jog
forward or to reverse.
At Material Control panel
Lateral drive
pendant
Controls movement of the cutter between
spreading tables.
At take-on end
WORLD HEADQUARTERS
P.O. Box 769
Tolland, Connecticut 06084 USA
TEL: (860) 871-8082
FAX: (860) 871-6007
U.S.A./CANADA INTERNATIONAL EUROPE
INTERNATIONAL DIVISION
P.O. Box 769
Tolland, Connecticut 06084 USA
TEL: (860) 871-8082
TLX: 192558 GGTIHQ
FAX: (860) 872-6742
Gerber Technology N.V./S.A.
Excelsiorlaan 55
B-1930 Zaventem, BELGIUM
TEL: (32) (2) 716 03 11
FAX: (32) (2) 716 03 22
Document Number: 86727000
12/99

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