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Use the Print to Cut function in CanvasWorkspace to create print data (containing registration marks) as well as cutting data. Transfer 
the cutting data to the cutting machine, and then use it to cut the printed material. Data cannot be edited after it has been transferred 
to the cutting machine. Edit the pattern and cutting lines in CanvasWorkspace before transferring it to the cutting machine.

Preparation

In order to transfer data via a wireless network connection, the machine must be set up in advance. For details, refer to the 
Wireless Network Setup Guide for the cutting machine.

Creating Data

Create alignment data by adding cutting lines and registration marks to an image. For the best results, use images that are simple in 
design such as clip art. For real photographs, add a shape from "Shapes" panel to capture the area you want to print and cut.
For this example, we will import an image saved on the computer, and then trace the image by using the Image Tracing function to 
create cutting lines.

If the Image Tracing function is not used, the image can be imported by clicking 

 (Import from Your Computer), and cutting 

lines can be created by combining built-in patterns available with 

 (Shapes) or by using 

 (Path).

a

Start up CanvasWorkspace.

b

Click 

 (Artboard) on the right side of the screen.

The Artboard panel appears in the control area.

c

Under [Artboard Size], select the size of material to be printed.

Select an artboard size that does not exceed the maximum scanning area of the machine and is supported by the printer.
For this example, select [A4].

Memo

• If the maximum scanning area of your machine is 12 inches, the alignment data cannot be cut using the 24-inch cutting mat. When 

creating data larger than 12 inches, check if 24 inches is supported in “Maximum Scanning Area” under “Machine Information” of the 
settings screen on the machine.

Creating Data in CanvasWorkspace

Summary of Contents for ScanNCut DX Series

Page 1: ...5 Transfer the FCM file cutting data to the cutting machine Step 6 Cut the printed material with the cutting machine In order to use the Print to Cut function make the following preparations in advance It is necessary to update the software of the cutting machine to the latest version For detailed instructions on updating the machine refer to the Operation Manual supplied with it The dedicated app...

Page 2: ...then update it according to the on screen instructions a Start up CanvasWorkspace b In CanvasWorkspace select Account Settings from the Help menu c Click Premium Function Activation d Type in the activation code on the included activation card and then click Activate A connection to the Internet is required for activation The uppercase letters O and I are not used in the activation code The activa...

Page 3: ...ant to print and cut For this example we will import an image saved on the computer and then trace the image by using the Image Tracing function to create cutting lines If the Image Tracing function is not used the image can be imported by clicking Import from Your Computer and cutting lines can be created by combining built in patterns available with Shapes or by using Path a Start up CanvasWorks...

Page 4: ...ber of copies to be cut out and then arrange them within the artboard g From Export PDF File on the File menu select what data will be exported with registration marks into the PDF file Save the exported PDF file onto the computer a Images Only Only the displayed images will be exported to the PDF file for printing Select this option if the cutting lines will not be printed b All Visible Layers Al...

Page 5: ...j Use the desired method from the screen that appeared to transfer the cutting data to the cutting machine For details on the transfer methods refer to the Brother support website http s brother cfrab a Transferring using a USB flash drive Save the FCM file to a USB flash drive and then transfer the file to the cutting machine b Transferring via a wireless network connection Specify the wireless n...

Page 6: ... drive on the cutting machine d Select the location where the data has been saved and then retrieve the pattern a Retrieve a pattern saved on a USB flash drive If there are folders on the USB flash drive touch a folder to display the list of patterns that it contains Registration marks appear in alignment data b Retrieve a pattern transferred from CanvasWorkspace via a wireless network connection ...

Page 7: ...g lines and image are not significantly misaligned Note If the cutting lines and image are significantly misaligned the retrieved data and printed image may be a wrong combination Check that the data retrieved in step b and the printed image are the correct combination i Touch the Start key to start scanning and cutting After the material is scanned to detect the registration marks cutting starts ...

Page 8: ...in the machine s Operation Manual and then adjust the cutting position The registration marks were not printed correctly The mark is smeared The mark is missing The mark has a color other than black Print again The registration marks were not printed in the correct positions Check the print settings on the printer and then print again Error Messages Error Messages Cause Solution Failed to recogniz...

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