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Arc 127 - Operation Guide

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  • 10 chapters
  • Updated 2026-02-17

Basic Overview of Layout Manager for Arc 127

Allow Job Rotation and Spacing Settings in DigiRIP for Arc 127

  1. 0:02Access Queue Properties
  2. 0:36Allow Job Rotation When Block Nesting
  3. 1:09Space Between Job and Space Between Copy
  4. 1:44Adjust Spacing Values
Written steps 4

Access Queue Properties

Watch this part0:02
  1. Open DigiRIP.
  2. Access Q Properties by double-clicking the queue tab, or by clicking Q and then Properties.
  3. Confirm the Q Properties window opens.

Allow Job Rotation When Block Nesting

Watch this part0:36
  1. Select Layout Manager in the Q Properties window.
  2. Check the option Allow Job Rotation When Block Nesting.
  3. Confirm DigiRIP automatically rotates or adjusts images to optimize layout.
  4. Import an image into the queue.
  5. Verify the manual rotate option is disabled when Auto Nest is active.
  6. Uncheck Allow Job Rotation When Block Nesting.
  7. Confirm manual rotation is now available.
  8. Rotate the job as needed based on preference.

Space Between Job and Space Between Copy

Watch this part1:09
  1. Identify Space Between Job as the margin between unique images.
  2. Identify Space Between Copy as the margin between identical images.
  3. Confirm the default setting is 1 mm for both options when using Arc 127 with the Prestige XL3 driver.
  4. Create copies of an image in the Job subtab.
  5. Verify the spacing between copies is 1 mm.

Adjust Spacing Values

Watch this part1:44
  1. Return to Q Properties.
  2. Select Layout Manager.
  3. Change Space Between Job to 10 mm.
  4. Change Space Between Copy to 10 mm.
  5. Import a new image.
  6. Create copies of the image.
  7. Verify the increased spacing between images.

Basic Overview of Cutter Options Tab for Arc 127

Recommended Cutter Options for Arc 127 in DigiRIP

  1. 0:03Access Cutter Options
  2. 0:36Weed Border Offset Settings
  3. 1:18Adjust Weed Border Offset
Written steps 6

Access Cutter Options

Watch this part0:03
  1. Open DigiRIP.
  2. Access Q Properties.
  3. Navigate to the Cutter Options tab.

Virtual Tiling Settings

  1. Ensure the Virtual Tiling option is enabled.
  2. Set the Virtual Tiling Length to match the Segment Length value.
  3. If Segment Length is set to 300, set Virtual Tiling Length to 300 as well.

Sorting Tab Verification

  1. Open the Sorting tab.
  2. Confirm the settings match the recommended configuration shown in the video.

Weed Border Offset Settings

Watch this part0:36
  1. Open the Weed Border tab.
  2. Enable the Weed Border feature.
  3. Set the Weed Border Offset to 1.5 mm.
  4. Import an image to preview the cut layout.
  5. Identify the solid line as the printed image boundary.
  6. Identify the dotted line as the cut line.
  7. Observe that the space between the lines reflects the offset amount.

Adjust Weed Border Offset

Watch this part1:18
  1. Increase the Weed Border Offset to 15 mm to increase spacing between the print and cut line.
  2. Import another image to observe the increased offset.
  3. Reduce the Weed Border Offset to 0 mm to observe minimal spacing.
  4. Increase the offset to 2 mm to provide safe spacing between the image and cut line.
  5. Adjust the offset value as needed based on the image being printed.

Contour Cut Settings

  1. Open the Contour Cut tab.
  2. Leave all Contour Cut settings at their default values.

Basic Overview of Production Markup Tab for Arc 127

Production Markup, Segment Length, and Registration Mark Setup for Arc 127

  1. 0:02Verify Arc 127 Driver in Queue
  2. 1:13Mark Color and Offset Settings
  3. 1:55Adjust Segment Length for Short Prints
  4. 3:04Segment Length and Cutting Behavior
  5. 3:39Start and End Marks
  6. 4:11Processing Options and Markup Behavior
Written steps 11

Verify Arc 127 Driver in Queue

Watch this part0:02
  1. Open DigiRIP.
  2. Go to Q.
  3. Click Manage Queues.
  4. Confirm the Arc 127 driver is listed.
  5. If Arc 127 is missing, reinstall the driver before continuing.

Production Markup Mode Selection

  1. Open Q Properties.
  2. Select the Production Markup tab.
  3. Choose Arc 127 as the cutter.
  4. Set Mode to Per Content.
  5. Import an image to confirm registration and start marks apply per image content.
  6. Change Mode to Per Page to observe registration marks applied around the entire page.
  7. Return Mode to Per Content as the recommended setting.

Mark Color and Offset Settings

Watch this part1:13
  1. Leave Mark Color set to Black.
  2. Confirm Offset is set to 4 mm for DTF.
  3. Note that increasing the offset reduces the printable width.
  4. Leave the Offset at 4 mm.

Segment Length Configuration

  1. Enable the Used Segments option.
  2. Set Segment Length to 500 mm.
  3. Import images to observe automatic segmentation.
  4. Identify registration marks separating segments based on length.
  5. Recognize that each segment represents a cutting section.

Adjust Segment Length for Short Prints

Watch this part1:55
  1. Import images with a total print length shorter than 500 mm.
  2. Observe potential overlap where cutting may occur on printed areas.
  3. Change Segment Length to 350 mm.
  4. Confirm the job divides into multiple segments correctly.
  5. Increase the number of copies to observe additional segments being created.

Segment Length and Cutting Behavior

Watch this part3:04
  1. Note that more segments increase total cutting time.
  2. Understand the cutter pauses to read each registration mark per segment.

Enable Virtual Tiling

  1. Open the Cutter Options tab.
  2. Enable Virtual Tiling.
  3. Set Virtual Tiling Length to match Segment Length.
  4. Confirm both values are set to 500 mm or the current segment length.

Start and End Marks

Watch this part3:39
  1. Enable Add Start Marks.
  2. Identify the arrow indicating cut direction and media loading orientation.
  3. Optionally enable Add End Marks.
  4. Use Start Marks as the primary setting.

Additional Cutter Options

  1. Leave Offset settings unchanged.
  2. Enable From End of Roll to allow continuous cutter operation.

Processing Options and Markup Behavior

Watch this part4:11
  1. Confirm Do Not Apply Processing Options to Markup Systems is enabled.
  2. Open the Processing Options tab.
  3. Verify white and varnish are not applied to registration marks for DTF or UV DTF printing.

Completion

  1. Confirm all production markup, segmentation, and cutter options are configured correctly.
  2. Proceed with printing and cutting operations.

How to Print and Cut DTF Film (Roll) using Arc 127 and Prestige XL3 (Digirip)

Cut DTF Roll Using Arc 127 Cutter

  1. 0:00Prepare Artwork and Print
  2. 1:53Prepare Cutter and Test Blade Pressure
  3. 2:31Adjust Blade Pressure
  4. 3:28Secure Film and Align Registration Mark
  5. 4:15Generate and Execute Cut Job
Written steps 6

Prepare Artwork and Print

Watch this part0:00
  1. Open DigiRIP.
  2. Select the Arc 127 queue for your printer.
  3. Confirm the correct queue is selected to apply all pre-made Arc 127 settings.
  4. Select the print mode.
  5. Import the artwork.
  6. Arrange the layout as needed.
  7. Print the file using the XL3 printer.
  8. After printing, cut and remove the printed roll.

Prepare Cutter and Test Blade Pressure

Watch this part1:53
  1. Move to the Arc 127 cutter.
  2. Prepare a waste film for blade testing.
  3. Place the waste film under blade one.
  4. Go to the control panel.
  5. Press Test Blade.
  6. Remove the film and inspect the cut.
  7. If the film is fully cut, the pressure may be too strong.

Adjust Blade Pressure

Watch this part2:31
  1. Navigate to the pressure settings on the control panel.
  2. Identify Force 1 as blade one pressure.
  3. Identify Force 2 as blade two pressure, which is not in use.
  4. Lower Force 1 from 35 to 20.
  5. Press Test Blade again.
  6. Inspect the cut result.
  7. If the cut is not easily removable, increase the pressure.
  8. Adjust Force 1 to 25.
  9. Press Test Blade again.
  10. Confirm the cut quality is acceptable.
  11. Use the lowest pressure required for a clean cut.

Load DTF Roll Media

  1. Position the DTF roll as shown.
  2. Load the film onto the media holders.
  3. Center the roll using the scalers.
  4. Thread the film through the media rod.
  5. Remove the tension bar.
  6. Pull the film onto the cutting platform.
  7. Center the film using the top and rear scalers.
  8. Reinstall the tension bar to secure the film.

Secure Film and Align Registration Mark

Watch this part3:28
  1. Go to the control panel.
  2. Press Clamp to release the clamp and secure the film.
  3. Press the left button to move the film to the left.
  4. Stop when the Start Here arrow aligns with the first registration mark.
  5. Press Clamp again to lock the film.
  6. Turn on the vacuum to hold the film tightly on the cutting bed.
  7. Move blade one to the first registration mark.

Generate and Execute Cut Job

Watch this part4:15
  1. In DigiRIP, select the printed file.
  2. Click Cut Job.
  3. Confirm the cut file is generated and saved in the output folder.
  4. Open the folder to verify the cut file.
  5. Copy the cut file to a USB flash drive.
  6. Insert the USB flash drive into the cutter control panel.
  7. Select USB Drive on the cutter screen.
  8. Click the three-dot icon to locate the cut file.
  9. Select the correct file.
  10. Click OK.
  11. Start the cutting process.

How to Print and Cut DTF Film (Sheet) using Arc 127 and Prestige XL3 (Digirip)

Cut DTF Sheets Using Arc 127 Cutter

  1. 0:00Prepare Artwork and Print
  2. 1:06Blade Pressure Verification
  3. 1:56Load DTF Sheet Media
  4. 2:34Generate and Execute Cut Job
Written steps 4

Prepare Artwork and Print

Watch this part0:00
  1. Open DigiRIP.
  2. Select the Arc 127 queue for your printer.
  3. Confirm the correct queue is selected to apply all pre-made Arc 127 settings.
  4. Select the print mode.
  5. Import the artwork.
  6. Arrange the layout.
  7. Set the maximum page size to 600 mm x 600 mm (24 in x 24 in) when cutting sheets.
  8. Print the file using the XL3 printer.
  9. After printing, cut and remove the film.

Blade Pressure Verification

Watch this part1:06
  1. If blade one pressure was previously tested for DTF rolls, reuse the same settings.
  2. If this is the first time using this material or the blade was adjusted, test blade pressure again.
  3. Refer to the blade testing procedure from the previous chapter if needed.

Load DTF Sheet Media

Watch this part1:56
  1. Place the DTF sheet on the cutting bed.
  2. Center the sheet using the scaler on the carriage.
  3. Move the carriage to the right using the control panel.
  4. Press Clamp to release the clamp and secure the film.
  5. Press the left button to move the film left.
  6. Stop when the Start Here arrow aligns with the first registration mark.
  7. Press Clamp again to lock the film.
  8. Turn on the vacuum to hold the film tightly on the cutting bed.
  9. Move blade one to the first registration mark.

Generate and Execute Cut Job

Watch this part2:34
  1. In DigiRIP, select the printed file.
  2. Click Cut Job.
  3. Confirm the cut file is generated and saved in the output folder.
  4. Open the folder to verify the cut file.
  5. Copy the cut file to a USB flash drive.
  6. Insert the USB flash drive into the cutter control panel.
  7. Select USB Drive on the cutter screen.
  8. Click the three-dot icon to locate the cut file.
  9. Select the correct file.
  10. Click OK.
  11. Start the cutting process. Corel Draw

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How to Print and Cut DTF Film (Roll) (DigiRIP)

Cut DTF Roll Using Arc 127 Cutter

  1. 0:00Prepare Artwork and Print
  2. 1:53Prepare Cutter and Test Blade Pressure
  3. 2:31Adjust Blade Pressure
  4. 3:28Secure Film and Align Registration Mark
  5. 4:15Generate and Execute Cut Job
Written steps 6

Prepare Artwork and Print

Watch this part0:00
  1. Open DigiRIP.
  2. Select the Arc 127 queue for your printer.
  3. Confirm the correct queue is selected to apply all pre-made Arc 127 settings.
  4. Select the print mode.
  5. Import the artwork.
  6. Arrange the layout as needed.
  7. Print the file using the XL3 printer.
  8. After printing, cut and remove the printed roll.

Prepare Cutter and Test Blade Pressure

Watch this part1:53
  1. Move to the Arc 127 cutter.
  2. Prepare a waste film for blade testing.
  3. Place the waste film under blade one.
  4. Go to the control panel.
  5. Press Test Blade.
  6. Remove the film and inspect the cut.
  7. If the film is fully cut, the pressure may be too strong.

Adjust Blade Pressure

Watch this part2:31
  1. Navigate to the pressure settings on the control panel.
  2. Identify Force 1 as blade one pressure.
  3. Identify Force 2 as blade two pressure, which is not in use.
  4. Lower Force 1 from 35 to 20.
  5. Press Test Blade again.
  6. Inspect the cut result.
  7. If the cut is not easily removable, increase the pressure.
  8. Adjust Force 1 to 25.
  9. Press Test Blade again.
  10. Confirm the cut quality is acceptable.
  11. Use the lowest pressure required for a clean cut.

Load DTF Roll Media

  1. Position the DTF roll as shown.
  2. Load the film onto the media holders.
  3. Center the roll using the scalers.
  4. Thread the film through the media rod.
  5. Remove the tension bar.
  6. Pull the film onto the cutting platform.
  7. Center the film using the top and rear scalers.
  8. Reinstall the tension bar to secure the film.

Secure Film and Align Registration Mark

Watch this part3:28
  1. Go to the control panel.
  2. Press Clamp to release the clamp and secure the film.
  3. Press the left button to move the film to the left.
  4. Stop when the Start Here arrow aligns with the first registration mark.
  5. Press Clamp again to lock the film.
  6. Turn on the vacuum to hold the film tightly on the cutting bed.
  7. Move blade one to the first registration mark.

Generate and Execute Cut Job

Watch this part4:15
  1. In DigiRIP, select the printed file.
  2. Click Cut Job.
  3. Confirm the cut file is generated and saved in the output folder.
  4. Open the folder to verify the cut file.
  5. Copy the cut file to a USB flash drive.
  6. Insert the USB flash drive into the cutter control panel.
  7. Select USB Drive on the cutter screen.
  8. Click the three-dot icon to locate the cut file.
  9. Select the correct file.
  10. Click OK.
  11. Start the cutting process.

How to Print and Cut DTF Film (Sheet) (DigiRIP)

Cut DTF Sheets Using Arc 127 Cutter

  1. 0:00Prepare Artwork and Print
  2. 1:06Blade Pressure Verification
  3. 1:56Load DTF Sheet Media
  4. 2:34Generate and Execute Cut Job
Written steps 4

Prepare Artwork and Print

Watch this part0:00
  1. Open DigiRIP.
  2. Select the Arc 127 queue for your printer.
  3. Confirm the correct queue is selected to apply all pre-made Arc 127 settings.
  4. Select the print mode.
  5. Import the artwork.
  6. Arrange the layout.
  7. Set the maximum page size to 600 mm x 600 mm (24 in x 24 in) when cutting sheets.
  8. Print the file using the XL3 printer.
  9. After printing, cut and remove the film.

Blade Pressure Verification

Watch this part1:06
  1. If blade one pressure was previously tested for DTF rolls, reuse the same settings.
  2. If this is the first time using this material or the blade was adjusted, test blade pressure again.
  3. Refer to the blade testing procedure from the previous chapter if needed.

Load DTF Sheet Media

Watch this part1:56
  1. Place the DTF sheet on the cutting bed.
  2. Center the sheet using the scaler on the carriage.
  3. Move the carriage to the right using the control panel.
  4. Press Clamp to release the clamp and secure the film.
  5. Press the left button to move the film left.
  6. Stop when the Start Here arrow aligns with the first registration mark.
  7. Press Clamp again to lock the film.
  8. Turn on the vacuum to hold the film tightly on the cutting bed.
  9. Move blade one to the first registration mark.

Generate and Execute Cut Job

Watch this part2:34
  1. In DigiRIP, select the printed file.
  2. Click Cut Job.
  3. Confirm the cut file is generated and saved in the output folder.
  4. Open the folder to verify the cut file.
  5. Copy the cut file to a USB flash drive.
  6. Insert the USB flash drive into the cutter control panel.
  7. Select USB Drive on the cutter screen.
  8. Click the three-dot icon to locate the cut file.
  9. Select the correct file.
  10. Click OK.
  11. Start the cutting process. Aries 124

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Cut UV DTF Roll Using Arc 127 Cutter

  1. 0:00Prepare Artwork and Print
  2. 1:58Prepare Cutter and Test Blade Pressure
  3. 2:32Adjust Blade Pressure
  4. 3:13Adjust Media Holder Tension
  5. 4:21Secure Film and Align Registration Mark
  6. 5:11Configure USB Flash Drive Output
  7. 6:24Execute Cutting Job
Written steps 9

Prepare Artwork and Print

Watch this part0:00
  1. Open DigiRIP.
  2. Select the Arc 127 queue for your printer.
  3. Confirm the correct queue is selected to apply preconfigured Arc 127 settings.
  4. Select the print mode.
  5. Import the artwork.
  6. Arrange the layout as needed.
  7. Print the file using the Aries 124 printer.
  8. After printing, cut and remove the printed roll.

Prepare Cutter and Test Blade Pressure

Watch this part1:58
  1. Move to the Arc 127 cutter.
  2. Prepare a waste film for blade testing.
  3. Place the waste film under blade one.
  4. Go to the control panel.
  5. Press Test Blade.
  6. Remove the film and inspect the cut.
  7. If the film is not fully cut, increase blade pressure.

Adjust Blade Pressure

Watch this part2:32
  1. Navigate to the pressure settings on the control panel.
  2. Identify Force 1 as blade one pressure.
  3. Identify Force 2 as blade two pressure.
  4. Increase Force 1 from 30 to 40.
  5. Press Test Blade again.
  6. Inspect the cut result.
  7. Use the lowest pressure required for a clean cut.
  8. Adjust pressure as needed for the material.

Adjust Media Holder Tension

Watch this part3:13
  1. Go to the back of the Arc 127 cutter.
  2. Inspect both media holders.
  3. Spin each holder to check tension.
  4. If one side is tighter, adjust the tension knob.
  5. Turn the knob counterclockwise to loosen.
  6. Turn the knob clockwise to tighten.
  7. Confirm both holders have equal tension.

Load UV DTF Roll

  1. Position the UV DTF roll as shown.
  2. Load the roll onto the media holders.
  3. Center the roll using the scalers.
  4. Thread the film through the media rod.
  5. Remove the tension bar.
  6. Pull the film onto the cutting platform.
  7. Center the film using the top and rear scalers.
  8. Reinstall the tension bar to secure the film.

Secure Film and Align Registration Mark

Watch this part4:21
  1. Use the control panel to move the carriage to the right.
  2. Press Clamp to release the clamp.
  3. Secure the film.
  4. Press the left button to move the film left.
  5. Stop when the Start Here arrow aligns with the first registration mark.
  6. Press Clamp again to lock the film.
  7. Turn on the vacuum.
  8. Move blade one to the first registration mark.

Configure USB Flash Drive Output

Watch this part5:11
  1. On the Windows desktop, create a folder for Arc 127 cut file output.
  2. Open DigiRIP.
  3. Go to Q.
  4. Select Queue Management.
  5. Set the Arc 127 port to File.
  6. Select the output folder.
  7. Confirm cut files are saved in PLT format.

Generate and Transfer Cut File

  1. In DigiRIP, select the printed file.
  2. Click Cut Job.
  3. Confirm the cut file is generated in the output folder.
  4. Open the folder and verify the file.
  5. Copy the cut file to a USB flash drive.

Execute Cutting Job

Watch this part6:24
  1. Insert the USB flash drive into the cutter control panel.
  2. Select USB Drive on the cutter screen.
  3. Click the three-dot icon to locate the cut file.
  4. Select the correct PLT file.
  5. Click OK.
  6. Start the cutting process.

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