Good afternoon folks!
I've decided to do a quick writeup on my setup that I'm currently using on my iMac and Macbook Pro through Signcut X2. I have had a couple friends hit a wall regarding getting their USCutter plotters to work directly with their Intel Apple computers and Signcut. A few people on this board will tell you to simply go out and buy a USB to Serial adapter and that's all you need. Personally this was hit and miss, as I couldn't find a working one at Best Buy or any of the smaller electronics stores around me. There's no more CompUSA around here, and the Apple Store near me doesn't carry the Keyspan adapter that a lot of people have found as a solution. Here's my setup and general information on getting USB to work native with my USCutter Plotter.
Step 1: Download and Install Drivers
Make sure your plotter is unplugged and Signcut X2 is closed. The most recent drivers for the FTDI Chip that's on your plotter are located here:
http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm
The current Intel Mac version is 2.2.14, and these are the drivers I'm currently using. Download and install these, then restart your computer.
Step 2: Plotter Setup
Once your computer comes back up open up Signcut X2 and navigate to your 'Cutter' menu to set up your plotter. Set your plotter as Roland PNC-1000. Below is a screen shot of my plotter setup window:
You'll want to make sure your settings, check boxes, drop downs, etc look exactly like what I have above. Close this window. That's it, you should be up and running. Do a test cut and your plotter should come to life. As a heads up, I'm no tech support person, I'm just trying to consolidate all of the information I've pieced together through the many many many threads in this subforum. If anybody sees anything that could be added or changed, let me know.
Thanks and good luck!
