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Graphtec America, Inc - 1/12/2011
Graphtec America Releases Two New Flatbed Cutters
Graphtec America has added the FC4500 series flatbeds, to its extensive family of roll feed and flatbed cutters. The FC4500 flatbed cutting plotters are
available in 2 table sizes. The FC4500-50 has a cutting area of 23.2"x16.9" and the FC4510-60 has a cutting area of 33.8” x 23.6".
Both cutting tables come standard with a dual head configuration allowing pens, cutting tools, and creasing tools to be loaded simultaneously. A new reverse
creasing function allows alignment and creasing on the reverse side of the printed cardstock to prevent traces of the creasing operation from appearing on the
printed surface.
The FC4500 series also features Graphtec’s ARMS (Auto Registration Mark Sensor) for cutting pre-printed graphics. The FC4500 series are perfect for
designers and prototyping in the offset printing, digital printing, packaging industry, fashion industry, as well as road sign making, stone & glass
sandblasting/etching, the electronic film industry, and architectural model building.
Graphtec’s Cutting Master 2 plug-ins are included with the cutters ensuring compatibility with Adobe Illustrator® for Windows and Macintosh and CorelDraw®
for Windows design software.
The FC4500 series come with a standard one-year warranty and Graphtec America also offers annual Service Choice and On-Site service programs to
ensure customer satisfaction.
www.graphtecamerica.com
Graphtec America, Inc - 12/14/2010
Graphtec America and Wynit, Inc. Sign Distribution Agreement
Graphtec America Inc. has announced a strategic distribution partnership with Wynit Inc. for expanded channel fulfillment beginning December 2010. By
partnering with Wynit, Graphtec America will be able to reach market segments that previously were not part of Graphtec’s traditional distribution channel.
Graphtec has made this strategic decision to take advantage of Wynit’s expertise in product distribution, coast-to-coast warehousing, and extensive channel
support.
Graphtec America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Graphtec Corporation in Yokohama, Japan. Graphtec produces plotters, vinyl cutters, scanners,
thermal transfer label printers, intelligent recording instruments, and data acquisition systems. Recognized as a technological leader, Graphtec has
engineering, manufacturing, distribution, and service operations in Japan and the United States of America. In addition, Graphtec products are sold and
serviced via business partners and distributors worldwide. For more information on Graphtec America products, please call (800)854-8385 or visit the web site
at www.graphtecamerica.com
WYNIT, Inc. is a national distributor serving specialty markets in Consumer Electronics, Digital Imaging, and ID/Security with the core purpose of improving the
competitive advantage of their dealer and supplier partners. Since 1987, WYNIT has distributed internationally branded products to reseller customers ranging
from the largest national retailers and eTailers, to small, independent specialty stores. The company is known for competitive pricing, expert sales support, no
minimum-order requirements, just-in-time inventory and fulfillment drop-ship services. WYNIT operates multiple warehouses to provide coast-to-coast coverage.
For more information, call WYNIT at 1-800-GO-WYNIT or visit www.wynit.com
www.graphtecamerica.com
Graphtec America, Inc - 4/16/2008
Graphtec America, Inc. Introduces the New FC2250 Series Advanced
Flatbed Cutting Plotters
Graphtec America, Inc. of Santa Ana, California, announces its new FC2250 Series Advanced Flatbed Cutting
Plotters for sign makers, packaging designers, stencil makers, die makers, and other related users. The FC2250
series now features the ARMS – Advanced Registration Marks System. This system adjusts for several types of
potential print distortions, allowing for accurate contour cutting of printed images and decals. Additional benefit
include: a second penholder, 1kg of force, supports the cutting and scoring of thick media and corrugated
cardboard (E/F/G grade). The new FC2250 series is available in six model configurations each type has a
different table size and hold down methods: FC2250-60VC vacuum suction 24x36" , FC2250-120VC vacuum
suction 47.2x36", FC2250-120MG magnetic 47.2x36", FC2250-120ES electrostatic adhesion 47.2x36",
FC2250-180VC vacuum suction 68.5x36", and the FC2250-180ES electrostatic adhesion 68.5x36".
New manufacturing technologies, along with the latest engineering advancements have allowed Graphtec to
make an unprecedented move forward in the industry. High performance features have been added to the
new series and pricing remains competitive. The FC2250 series is list priced starting at $12,995 (-60), $12,995
(-120), $19,995 (-180). Pricing includes Graphtec’s plug-in software Cutting Master for Adobe® Illustrator® and
CorelDraw®. Each unit includes standard floor stand, second penholder, and 1 blade holder (PPA31-CB15HS)
2 blades (CB15U-2SP 45 degree), and 5 blades (CB15U-K30-5SP 30 degree). The FC2250 series will be sold
in the worldwide market through established distribution channels commencing April 2008.
FC2250 Features:
The FC2250 series has a maximum cutting speed of 16 in/sec, second tool holder, and 20g to 1000g selectable
cutting forces, allowing users to cut diamond grade and high-intensity reflective film, sandblast resist rubber,
self-adhesive vinyl, Amberlith and Rubylith, Folex (for offset printing), corrugated cardboards E/F/G grade,
shoe patterns, as well as other media types. With the high throughput performance and superb accuracy, the
new FC2250 series accommodates the most demanding cutting and plotting projects and provides users with
the versatility needed for a wide variety of applications.
For decal production in the print and cut operation, the Advanced Registration Marks System (ARMS) uses a
2-4 point area system to automatically detect registration marks printed on a digitally produced image. This
benefits those who regularly process decal prints. The ARMS system is designed to compensate for media
mis-alignment, material expansion/contraction, and the common media shifting that occurs during the printing
and laminating process. These intelligent features assure users of unsurpassed accuracy and reliable operation
for even the most intricate die/contour cutting applications.
As with the previous model, the FC2240, the new FC2250 has a user-friendly control panel that includes an
improved key panel design for quick and easy operation. A large 20-digit x 2-line illuminated LCD menu display a
nd icon-labeled buttons provide effortless operation and simple navigation of setup menus. Eight commonly
used function controls are directly accessible on the control panel increasing user efficiency, including
instantaneous Hold (pause), Cutting/Plotting Conditions, Axis/RMS Alignment, View, Position, Copy, Test Cut
and New Origin.
Eight user settings provide an instant recall of pre-programmed setup conditions. This feature improves overall
efficiency and productivity for the user, allowing them to retain their most commonly used media and proven job
type settings for immediate and consistent use on a later projects. Each of the eight settings can be programmed
with the specific type of tool/pen, cutting/plotting speed, acceleration, force, tangential control and distance
compensation required for a specific application.
The new FC2250 series is compatible with a variety of sign-making, CAD, and design/illustration software. A
Windows® driver for PCs (compatible with Windows® 98, ME, 2000, XP, and now Vista®), Controller software
for remote cutter/plotter set-up and operation, and Adobe® Illustrator®/CorelDraw® plug-in software for
Macintosh® and Windows® come standard with all FC2250 series cutting plotters.
The FC2250 series also incorporates the features and well-acclaimed functions like the sophisticated tangential
emulation algorithms (for sharper corners), tool soft-landing intelligence, multiple copy production, image rotation,
mirror effect and design scaling.
A second tool holder benefits those users who frequently switch between test plotting, scoring, or cutting
operations by eliminating the need for manual replacement of tools/pens. Optional features/accessories to
maximize user efficiency, include creasing tools for cardboard (CP-001), and corrugated cardboard (CP-002,
CP-003) are available for applications requiring the scoring of cardboard for box prototyping. In addition, a
cutter plunger (PHP34-CB30-HS – blade holder), and cutter blade for thick material (CB30UC-1 - 3mm) are
available.
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Graphtec America, Inc - 4/10/2008
Paradigm Imaging Group introduces the HD-Plus Scanner Series -
9 New Models from Graphtec!
Costa Mesa, CA - April 10, 2008 - Paradigm Imaging Group, a leading supplier of large-format scanning, printing
and document archiving solutions, announces the release of 9 new scanners from Graphtec - the highly
anticipated HD-Plus Series. The 42" CS610/510/IS210 HD+ series features:
- 600 dpi true optical resolution
- Maximum resolution up to 9600 dpi (pro models)
- B/W scan speed - up to 9 inches per second (pro models)
- Color scan speed - up to 3 inches per second (pro models)
- No warm-up time
- No mirrors or camera lenses
- Upgradeable
- New paper pressure feeding mechanism for improved scanning of wrinkled documents
- Energy Star Compliant
- 3-Year On-Site Warranty
Graphtec’s newest entry into the 36" scanner category is the CSX300 HD+. With a retail price of under
$10,000, this full-color scanner offers superior performance at an affordable price. Some of the notable features
of the CSX300 HD+ include:
- 600 dpi true optical resolution
- Maximum resolution up to 9600 dpi
- B/W scan speed - up to 6 inches per second
- Color scan speed - up to 2 inches per second
- No warm-up time
- No mirrors or camera lenses
- Optical detection of standard paper sizes
- Convenient face-up document scanning
- "Green" manufacturing = all materials on main scanner unit are recyclable
- Energy Star Compliant
- 1-Year On-Site Warranty
All of the new scanners include Graphtec’s exclusive Scanning Master 21+ Software, which includes the
following enhancements:
- Scan-Print Button added for ease-of-use
- Automatic skew correction
- Automatic size detection
Says Randy Geesman, President of Paradigm Imaging Group, "The new Graphtec scanners are an important
enhancement to our product line. Graphtec continues to bring state-of-the-art large-format scanners to the
marketplace with unsurpassed functionality and reliability, features that are essential components to our
Best-of-Breed philosophy offering only the best products, the highest level of customer service and the most
technologically sophisticated equipment."
www.graphtecamerica.com
Graphtec America, Inc - 1/3/2008
Graphtec Announces Their Newest Personnel Desktop Cutting
Device - The Craft ROBO CC200.
Santa Ana, CA - Graphtec America, Inc., a leading manufacturer of plotters, vinyl cutters, color printers,
scanners, is introducing the new Craft ROBO CC-200. A computer operated cutting machine for applications
such as scrapbooking, paper crafting, graphic design, and heat transfer. As with its predecessor the Craft
Robo CC100, it carries a registration mark sensor enabling consumers to contour cut any printed design - great
for colorful 3-d modeling or creating personal decals. The Improved features of the new Craft ROBO CC-200
include higher down pressure, improved ROBO Master design software, and a improved plug-in for those who
design in Adobe Illustrator and/or CorelDRAW.
The Craft ROBO mini cutting plotter supports up to 8 ½ x 11" size media (letter size) and can be used with a
wide variety of materials including paper, card stock, heat transfer and vinyl films. This user-friendly, personal
cutter can cut vinyl for small stickers and labels as well as cut out elaborate full color decals and desktop signs.
One of the most unique features of Craft ROBO is the registration mark sensor that gives it the ability cut
pre-printed graphics. Use your inkjet printer to print an image with specified registration marks, insert the printed
image into Craft ROBO where it then electronically detects the registration marks, and precisely contour cuts your
printed image it’s quick and easy. These registration marks enable the CC200 the ability to “know” where to cut
with accuracy.
Its unique multi-functional kiss-cut design allows users to cut outlines around stickers leaving them attached to
the backing sheet or, with the use of the supplied adhesive carrier sheet, cut through designs that are on paper
or card stock. It can even be used to create fold lines for card-stock designs.
Craft ROBO has a cutting speed of up to 4 inches per second, down force of up to 230 gram, and an effective
cutting area of approximately 8 inches by 39 inches. Craft ROBO includes its own ROBO Master software that
enables the designing and output of graphic designs. Craft ROBO plug-in software, Cutting Master, also allows
users to output their favorite designs created by the popular graphics and illustration software programs, Adobe®
Illustrator® and/or CorelDRAW. Also included is a Windows driver to operate with Windows® 95, 98, Me, NT4.0,
2000, XP, and Vista.
Graphtec America is confident that with the addition of the new Craft ROBO personal desktop cutting device
to its range of products, the company will continue to supply products that meet the requirements of industry
professionals and corporate users, as well as consumers who are looking for solutions using high cutting quality
products.
www.graphtecamerica.com
Graphtec America, Inc - 7/24/2007
Graphtec America, Inc. Introduces the New FC7000MK2 Series High
Performance Cutting Plotters
Graphtec America, Inc. of Santa Ana, California, announces its new FC7000 Mark 2 series Cutting Pro™
high-performance cutting plotters for sign makers, graphic artists, auto-aftermarket professionals, countertop
installers and other related users. This series carries newer drive technologies than previous models, enabling
users to obtain up to 50 feet guaranteed tracking. As with its predecessor the FC7000 series, it includes the
ARMS – Advanced Registration Marks System. This system adjusts for several types of potential print
distortions, allowing for accurate contour cutting of printed images and decals. The new FC7000MK2 series is
available in five model configurations: FC7000MK2-75 30”, the FC7000MK2-100 42”, the FC7000MK2-130 54”,
the FC7000MK2-160 64” and the series newest size: FC7000MK2-60 24”. Maximum compatible media widths
for each model are 30.3”, 36”, 48”, 60”, and 72” respectively.
New manufacturing technologies, along with the latest engineering advancements, have allowed Graphtec
to make an unprecedented move forward in the industry. High performance features have been added to the
new series yet its competitive pricing remains competitive. The FC7000MK2 series is list priced at $2995
(-60), $3995 (-75), $4995 (-100), $5995 (-130), and $6995 (-160), Pricing includes plug-in software for
Adobe® Illustrator® and CorelDraw®. Each unit includes standard floor stands and dual media catch basket
for dust-free, continuous long length and/or repetitive job operations, The FC7000MK2 series will be sold in
the worldwide market through established distribution channels commencing July 2007.
FC7000MK2 Features:
The FC7000MK2 series features a maximum cutting speed of 58.5 in/sec, 4.0G maximum acceleration, and 20
to 600g selectable cutting forces, allowing users to process diamond grade, high-intensity reflective film,
sandblast resist rubber, automotive window & paint protection films, self-adhesive vinyl, Amberlith™ and Rubylith™,
among other media types. With the world’s fastest throughput performance and superb accuracy, the new
FC7000MK2 series accommodates the most demanding cutting and plotting projects and provides users with
the versatility needed for a wide variety of applications.
For producing decals in the print and cut operation, the ARMS Advanced Registration Marks System can
read multiple registration mark patterns to obtain accurate contour cutting with any potential types of distortion
created during the printing process. This especially benefits those who have need for contour cutting of longer
prints. The ARMS system is designed to compensate for media mis-alignment, material expansion/contraction,
and the common media shifting that occurs during the printing process. These intelligent features assure users
of unsurpassed accuracy and reliable operation for even the most intricate die/contour cutting applications.
Other features specific to the FC7000MK2 series includes a special cross-cut function, which cuts across the
entire width of your material, delivering a clean finish to every job.
As with it previous model the FC7000, the FC7000MK2 has a user-friendly control panel that includes an
improved key panel design for quick and easy operation. A large 20-digit x 4-line illuminated LCD menu display
and icon-labeled controls provide effortless operation and simple navigation of setup menus. Eight commonly
used function controls are directly accessible on the control panel for user efficiency, including instantaneous
Hold (pause), Cutting/Plotting Conditions, Axis/RMS Alignment, View, Position, Copy, Test Cut and New Origin.
Eight user settings provide an instant recall of pre-programmed setup conditions. This feature improves overall
efficiency and productivity for the user, allowing them to retain their most commonly used media and job type
settings for immediate use on a later project. Each of the eight settings can be programmed with the specific
type of tool/pen, cutting/plotting speed, acceleration, force, tangential control and distance compensation
required for a specific application.
The new FC7000MK2 series is compatible with a variety of sign-making and design/illustration software. A
Windows® driver for PCs (compatible with Windows® 98, ME, 2000, XP, and now Vista®), Controller software
for remote cutter/plotter set-up and operation, and Adobe® Illustrator®/CorelDraw® plug-in software for
Macintosh® and Windows® come standard with all FC7000MK2 series cutting plotters.
The FC7000MK2 series also incorporates all of the features and well-acclaimed functions that made the
FC7000 series so popular, such as the LED Positioning System, SmartFeed™ media tracking, sophisticated
tangential emulation algorithms, tool soft-landing intelligence, multiple copy production, image rotation, mirror
effect and design scaling.
Optional features/accessories are available for purchase to maximize user efficiency, and stand-integrated
media racks holding up to three extra rolls for convenient loading of media with different types, sizes, and colors.
An optional second penholder benefits those users who frequently switch between test plotting and cutting
operations by eliminating the need for manual replacement of tools/pens. A pouncing tool is available for
applications requiring the pouncing of paper patterns with various perforation intervals.
Neal Baessler, product planning manager states, “The newly designed mechanisms such as the baskets, will
give our customers the added confidence in this product by guaranteeing long tracking that is needed for
unattended cutting workflow”
Graphtec America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Graphtec Corporation in Yokohama, Japan.
Graphtec produces plotters, vinyl cutters, color printers, scanners, digitizer tablets, intelligent recording
instruments, and data acquisition systems. Recognized as a technological leader, Graphtec has engineering,
manufacturing, distribution, and service operations in Japan and the United States of America. In addition,
Graphtec products are sold and serviced via business partners and distributors worldwide.
www.graphtecamerica.com
Graphtec America, Inc - 5/15/2007
The Introduction of the Craft ROBO Pro
Graphtec America, Inc., a leading manufacturer of precision imaging products for the sign, screen graphics,
and computer-aided design industries, announces the introduction of the new Craft ROBO Pro 15” cutting
plotter. The Craft ROBO Pro is an ideal solution for cutting a wide variety of materials including vinyl, film, card
stock, foil, heat transfer, and image transfer media for the sign, screen graphics, printwear, and craft industries.
Incorporating Graphtec’s legendary ARMS (Advanced Registration Marks System), and combined with a
desktop printer, the Craft ROBO Pro makes contour cutting customer apparel graphics, stickers, decals, 3D
models, and packaging designs an easy task.
The Craft ROBO Pro’s new digital servo motor reaches maximum cutting speeds of 16 ips, and carries a cutting
force of 300 grams. Additional intelligent features such as our innovative first mark auto-sensing, makes the
Craft ROBO Pro’s print and cut operation undeniably unsurpassed in reliability and user-friendliness. A
noteworthy innovation is its easy-to-use menu navigation system that includes 8 user-defined conditions.
These 8 conditions, which can be controlled from software, facilitate instant recall of pre-programmed setups
making for a perfect cut every time. Other innovations include Tangential Control, enabling unsurpassed
cutting quality for highly intricate designs on a variety of materials. The 2MB buffer and Dual-port connectivity
(USB 2.0 Full Speed and Serial) makes this series compatible with virtually any modern computer
configuration, making connectivity a snap. The Craft ROBO Pro comes with a standard 2 year service
warranty.
Be Creative with the Craft ROBO Pro’s Software
The Craft ROBO Pro includes three software applications that will enhance any design operation. Cutting
Master 2™ (a plug-in software), is designed to allow customers to operate their cutter from the two most popular
graphic and illustration software: Adobe® Illustrator® and CorelDraw®. Cutting Master 2 enables users to
output their favorite designs created on their own favorite illustration software directly to the Craft ROBO Pro
without a large investment, or the need to learn a different software application.
To improve workflow and operating efficiency, the Craft ROBO Pro Controller allows direct control of a wide
range of Craft ROBO Pro functions such as cutting speed, cutting pressure, pen movement, Tangential
Emulation, Advanced Registration Marks system, and other functions. It also allows the set up of an infinite
number of conditions that can be assigned their own user-defined labels for easy identification.
Finally, the Craft ROBO Pro includes a simple yet effective design package - Robo Master Pro. With this
simple, easy-to-use software, users can create and edit simple lettering, produce decals, as well as place
clipart from a small library that is included with the Robo Master Pro software. It has the capability to import
bitmaps as well as vectorize them for creating contour lines when making decals.
The Craft ROBO Pro incorporates the fundamental system architecture embodied in the engineering concept
of Graphtec’s high end products, making it consistently reliable. This puts Graphtec’s quality and reliability
within reach of all customers regardless of their size and budget.
The Craft ROBO Pro is available for shipment beginning in May of 2007.
www.graphtecamerica.com
Graphtec America, Inc - 10/31/2006
Graphtec America Inc. offers a New Baby Grand
Graphtec America Inc. has expanded the wide format SignJet Pro series with the new Baby Grand JS310-25ES
100 Eco-Friendly Solvent Printer. At less then $25,000 (MSRP) this Baby Grand SignJet Pro model is an
unbeatable cost/performance leader. Graphtec’s Authorized SignJet Dealers or professional service providers
can provide installation services and user training to ensure that each system operator will achieve optimum
results. In celebration of the JS310 launch, Graphtec is also including ten 6’ tall banner stands and print media
(more than a $1000 Retail value) so you can get started making banners (and money) right away. The printers
come complete with a full set of inks and everything you will need to get started printing as soon as the system
is set up.
Graphtec’s Eco-Friendly, Low Solvent Inks are economical at 10 to 15 cents per square foot (depending on
coverage and density), and durable up to 3 years outdoors (with appropriate media and coverage.) The SignJet
Pro 72" and 100" models are compatible with a variety of manufacturers’ media, including most solvent inkjet
sheet and roll media (up to 50 yards.) Both models utilize eight Xaar® Piezo-Electric print heads, two for each
color (CMYK), with several different print settings including single/multi-pass and uni/bi-directional modes. The
SignJet Pro provides print resolutions from 200 to 400 dpi at speeds from 296 sq. ft./hr(Draft mode) to 81 sq.
ft./hr (Highest Quality mode). These printers are ideal for fast production of large outdoor text and graphics,
full color banners and printed vinyl graphics, POP Display, posters, promotional graphics, and floor graphics.
The SignJet Pro connects to the host PC via a USB 2.0 High Speed bus and includes a software setup utility
and a basic SignJet RIP. The printers are also compatible with popular software RIP applications including SAI
and ONYX products for more advanced production workflows. Take advantage of a complete Graphtec Print
and Cut system by combining the SignJet Pro with an FC7000 Series Cutting Plotter (four models, 30", 42", 54",
64" models). A two-component system provides maximum flexibility and equipment utilization with the ability to print
and cut simultaneously.
The SignJet Pro includes a motorized rear loading media supply system (that does not require roll core support)
and an automatic front take-up roller to ensure even media tensioning during printing. The media pre/post heaters
and print drying fans ensures excellent ink adhesion and rapid drying time for optimum throughput and productivity.
Operating at 220VAC the SignJet Pro is more energy/cost efficient than similar printers that run on 110VAC.
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Graphtec America, Inc - 8/30/2006
The Introduction of the CE5000; Bringing Graphtec's Quality and Reliability
within Everyone’s Reach
Graphtec America, Inc., a leading manufacturer of precision imaging products for the signage, graphics and
computer-aided design industries, announces the introduction of the new CE5000 Series engineering-class
cutting plotters. The CE5000 is Graphtec’s leading price/performance cutter, providing an ideal solution for
cutting a wide variety of materials for the sign and screen graphics industries. This new series incorporates the
new Advanced Registration Marks System (ARMS), a superior feature that is typically available only with higher-
end cutting plotters, such as Graphtec’s professional level FC7000 series. Now, joining that caliber of registration
mark sensing, the CE5000 Series allows for precise cutting of long lengths because of its ability to track a
continuous series of registration marks that run the length of the image. The work of ensuring accurate long
cuts is taken out of the hands of the user, and is now managed by this improved registration tracking system.
The CE5000, which has a standard 2 year service warranty, is available in 2 model sizes CE5000-60 (24"),
CE5000-120 (48") and has the list price of $1,795.00 and $3,295.00 respectively.
The new ARMS sensor detects the registration marks not only on the four corners of a pre-printed image, but
now detects registration marks along the sides of digitally produced images - not only compensating for material
expansion/contraction in both the X and Y axis, but also compensating for any skewing occurring in the center
section during the printing process. This results in greater contour cutting accuracy on longer pre-printed images.
Additional intelligent features such as our patentpending first mark auto-sensing, makes the CE5000 print and
cut operation undeniably unsurpassed in accuracy, reliability, and user-friendliness for the most difficult contour
cutting applications.
The CE5000 series reaches maximum cutting speeds of 24 ips (-60) and 39 ips (-120), with a maximum cutting
force of 300g (-60) and 450g (-120). Noteworthy innovations include an easy-touse menu navigation system.
Eight user-settings/conditions facilitate instantaneous recall of prePage programmed job-specific plotter setups.
Tangential Control enables unsurpassed cutting quality for highly intricate designs on a variety of materials. The
Graphtec’s proprietary SmartFeed (a system where material is automatically pre-fed), and a precisely crafted
media supply system that is integrated as part of the rugged floor stand (standard for both models) contributes
to better tracking for your longer-length and repetitive jobs. The 2MB buffer and Dual-port connectivity (USB 2.0
Full Speed and Serial) makes the series compatible with virtually any modern computer configuration, making
connectivity a snap.
New Software Integration Saves Time and Money
The CE5000 includes three software applications that will enhance sign making operation. Cutting Master 2
(a plug-in software that is included with all CE5000 Series models), is designed to allow customers to operate
their cutter from the two most popular graphic and illustration software: Adobe® Illustrator® and CorelDraw®.
Cutting Master 2 enables users to output their favorite designs created on their own favorite illustration software
directly to the CE5000 cutting plotters. This software provides the opportunity for new users to integrate an
economical sign making system without a large investment or the need to learn a different software application.
Secondly, the CE5000 Plotter controller has allows direct control of a wide range of CE5000 functions from a
PC, including cutting speed, cutting pressure, pen movement, and ARMS control. The ability to control various
plotter settings from a PC dramatically improves work and operating efficiency. This includes the ability to set
up an infinite number of conditions for accommodating every type of cutting application. Each of these
conditions has its own user-defined labels for easy identification, taking the guesswork out of choosing the best
settings for each job.
Finally, the CE5000 includes a simple yet effective design package - Robo Master Pro. With this application,
users can create and edit simple lettering, as well as produce decals, by placing registration marks specially
recognized by the Advanced Registration Mark System (ARMS). Robo Master Pro is able to import DXF files
and bitmaps, and includes a small library of clipart to facilitate the making of creative sign designs and graphics.
The fundamental system architecture embodied in the new CE5000 Series shares its engineering concept with
Graphtec’s high end products, thereby making the CE5000 a higher caliber compared to other competitive cutters
of the same price point, and thus a protected investment for a new sign business operation. The CE5000 will
effectively assist graphics professionals by improving productivity and streamlining their sign making operation,
putting Graphtec’s quality and reliability within reach of all customers regardless of their budget. Graphtec is
confident that the addition of the new CE5000 Series models will meet or exceed the requirements of industry
professionals and reinforce Graphtec’s position as leading supplier of quality imaging products. The CE5000
Series is available for shipment beginning in August 2006.
www.graphtecamerica.com
Graphtec America, Inc - 2/1/2006
Graphtec America Introduces New Model of IS200 42" Wide Scanners
Santa Ana, CA - January 2006 - Graphtec America, Inc. announced an addition to their IS200 42" wide
scanner series, the new IS200 Pro-LC. Updated from the IS200 Pro, the new IS200 Pro-LC offers 8-bit color
capture for applications when limited color is necessary, as well as new connectivity options with USB 2.0 and
10/100 Ethernet.
The base IS200 monochrome scanner supports 8-bit graytone capture with 600 dpi optical resolution. The Pro
and PRO-LC models provide up to 4800 dpi interpolated resolution in 1-dpi increments. The IS200 Pro and Pro-LC
models are capable of high speed scanning up 9 ips maximum at 400 dpi. These sheet feed scanners employ
a contact array image sensor technology for quick startup, very fast, accurate high-resolution capture and
minimal maintenance. Scanning at normal speeds of up to 4.5 in/sec, and 400 dpi monochrome, these compact
and lightweight scanners have a superb scanning accuracy of 0.1%.
IS200 scanners are a cost-effective solution for scanning monochrome, grayscale and black & white drawings
and documents in CAD, AEC and other engineering, computerized, massive document archiving and filing
systems. For monochrome drawings, blueprints, sepias and old/delicate originals with aging degradation,
Scanning Master 21+ can improve image capture by applying various filtering effects.
The Scanning Master 21+ Driver software is included as a standard accessory with all Graphtec scanners and
facilitates scanner setup and control while also enabling easy post-scan editing including scan to file, scan to
print, e-mail, copy or PDF operations. This software also allows users to integrate a large-format copying system
by combining their scanner with a large-format printer.
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