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'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) has | '''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) has received a donated Roland TruVIS VG3-540 Inkjet Printer Cutter, supplies, supply rack, dedicated computer, and UPS!''' | ||
No reservations are available for our Roland TruVIS printer at this time, it is "first-come, first-served". | No reservations are available for our Roland TruVIS printer at this time, it is "first-come, first-served". | ||
However, be sure to log your printing job using the Printer Usage Form. | However, be sure to log your printing job using the Printer Usage Form. | ||
'''''Always leave the space better than you found it.''''' | |||
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[[File:Level 2 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace|left|frameless|90x90px|PPM TRAINING REQUIRED]] | [[File:Level 2 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace|left|frameless|90x90px|PPM TRAINING REQUIRED]] | ||
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'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:''' | '''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:''' | ||
:[[ | :[[Vinyl Cutting|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Vinyl Cutting''' </span>]] | ||
:[[Large Format Printing|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Printers — Large Format''' </span>]] | :[[Large Format Printing|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Printers — Large Format''' </span>]] | ||
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:[[Dye_Sublimation_Printing|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Printers — Dye Sublimation''' </span>]] | :[[Dye_Sublimation_Printing|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Printers — Dye Sublimation''' </span>]] | ||
: | :[[Printers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27"> '''Printers''' </span>]] | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
{{Template:Contact Us}} | {{Template:Contact Us}} | ||
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==Classes== | ==Classes== | ||
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:'''No reservations are available for our Roland TruVIS printer at this time, it is "first-come, first-served".''' | :'''No reservations are available for our Roland TruVIS printer at this time, it is "first-come, first-served".''' | ||
:However, be sure to log your printing job on the Printer Usage Form. | :However, be sure to log your printing job on the Printer Usage Form. | ||
<gallery widths="200" heights="125"> | <gallery widths="200" heights="125"> | ||
File:Roland TruVIS Usage Form.pdf|alt=Roland TruVIS Usage Form|'''Roland TruVIS Usage Form.pdf''' | File:Roland TruVIS Usage Form.pdf|alt=Roland TruVIS Usage Form|'''Roland TruVIS Usage Form.pdf''' | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==Tips== | |||
:☐ '''Weeding''' is the process of removing the (vinyl) material from a design that has been cut, leaving behind only the desired artwork. | |||
==Regular Maintenance Guidelines== | ==Regular Maintenance Guidelines== | ||
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|[https://downloadcenter.rolanddg.com/contents/manuals/VG3-640_USE_EN/tjq1627900689329.html '''Types and Timing of Maintenance'''] | |[https://downloadcenter.rolanddg.com/contents/manuals/VG3-640_USE_EN/tjq1627900689329.html '''Types and Timing of Maintenance'''] | ||
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==Equipment Lists== | ==Equipment Lists== | ||
===Roland Large Format Printer Cutter=== | ===Roland Large Format Printer Cutter=== | ||
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:☐ '''Do not expect files on the computer or in the VersaWorks queues to be saved.''' | |||
:☐ '''You are responsible for your own backups.''' | |||
===Hand Tools=== | ===Hand Tools=== | ||
:☐ Return all tools to their proper location after use. | :☐ Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace. | ||
==Policies== | ==Policies== | ||
'''Materials''' | '''Materials''' | ||
:SCAN OUR QR CODE | :SCAN OUR QR CODE TO PAY FOR USE (via PayPal). | ||
{{Red Tags}} | {{Red Tags}} | ||
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==Related Software== | ==Related Software== | ||
===Printing Software=== | ==='''Printing Software'''=== | ||
:'''[https://www.rolanddga.com/gallery/roland-tv/product-support/software/versaworks VersaWorks]''' | :'''[https://www.rolanddga.com/gallery/roland-tv/product-support/software/versaworks VersaWorks]''' | ||
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:'''[[Adobe Illustrator Tips]]''' | :'''[[Adobe Illustrator Tips]]''' | ||
:'''[[Inkscape Tips]]''' | :'''[[Inkscape Tips]]''' | ||
:'''[[Canva Tips]]''' | :'''[[Canva Tips]]''' | ||
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==Member Showcase== | ==Member Showcase== | ||
<gallery widths="200" heights="125"> | <gallery widths="200" heights="125"> | ||
File:Makerspace die cut sticker.jpg|alt=Pikes Peak Makerspace die cut sticker|<b>Die cut sticker<br>for our Makerspace<br><i>(03/06/25)</i></b> | |||
File:First stickers.jpg|alt=colorful stickers printed on Roland printer|<b>stickers printed on our<br>new Roland printer<br><i>(01/26/25)</i></b> | File:First stickers.jpg|alt=colorful stickers printed on Roland printer|<b>stickers printed on our<br>new Roland printer<br><i>(01/26/25)</i></b> | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
{{Template:Showcase_blurb}} | {{Template:Showcase_blurb}} | ||
==Additional Help== | ==Additional Help== | ||
'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:''' | '''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:''' | ||
:'''[[QR Codes]]''' | |||
:[[Classroom_and_Meeting_Area|<span style="color:#000000; background:#FDD1AC"> '''Classroom / Meeting Area''' </span>]] - '''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve make a reservation]''' | :[[Classroom_and_Meeting_Area|<span style="color:#000000; background:#FDD1AC"> '''Classroom / Meeting Area''' </span>]] - '''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve make a reservation]''' | ||
Use the #printer-suite channel in Slack! | |||
Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community. | |||
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[[Category:Hardware]] [[Category:Software]] | [[Category:Hardware]] [[Category:Software]] [[Category:Volunteers Needed]] |
Latest revision as of 15:54, 22 April 2025
Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) has received a donated Roland TruVIS VG3-540 Inkjet Printer Cutter, supplies, supply rack, dedicated computer, and UPS!
No reservations are available for our Roland TruVIS printer at this time, it is "first-come, first-served".
However, be sure to log your printing job using the Printer Usage Form.
Always leave the space better than you found it.

Our Large Format Printing (LFP) area consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.
Additional PPM training is required to use any of our Level 2 equipment.
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.
Classes
- PPM announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
- To help out with our new Roland Printer, post your ideas/comments on our Slack #printer-suite.
Training
- No reservations are available for our Roland TruVIS printer at this time, it is "first-come, first-served".
- However, be sure to log your printing job on the Printer Usage Form.
-
Roland TruVIS Usage Form.pdf
Tips
- ☐ Weeding is the process of removing the (vinyl) material from a design that has been cut, leaving behind only the desired artwork.
Regular Maintenance Guidelines
- From the Roland VG3-640 User's Manual
- "To use this machine under its optimal conditions, it is important to perform the following maintenance at the appropriate times on a daily basis."
Timing | Item |
---|---|
Before daily operations | Print head check |
Before daily operations | Ink mixing (white ink)
Remove just the pouch tray for the white ink, shake the pouch tray 50 times (about 20 seconds), and then reinsert this pouch tray. |
After daily operations | Cleaning the Media Path Cleaning the Knife Carriage Roller |
If a message appears | Cleaning around the Print Heads
(manual cleaning) |
When the discharged fluid is ready to overflow | |
Other maintenance items | Types and Timing of Maintenance |
Equipment Lists
Roland Large Format Printer Cutter
Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Resources | Owner |
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Large Format
Printer Cutter (54 inch wide) ![]() |
ROLAND | TruVIS VG3-540 | website | PPM |
Dedicated Computer
- ☐ Do not expect files on the computer or in the VersaWorks queues to be saved.
- ☐ You are responsible for your own backups.
Hand Tools
- ☐ Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
Policies
Materials
- SCAN OUR QR CODE TO PAY FOR USE (via PayPal).
Red Tags
- If equipment needs repairs, place a Red Tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack channel #red-tags-issues
- This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment.
Related Software
Printing Software
Design Software
Member Showcase
-
Die cut sticker
for our Makerspace
(03/06/25) -
stickers printed on our
new Roland printer
(01/26/25)
- For even more member projects, visit our #showcase channel on Slack.
Additional Help
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
Use the #printer-suite channel in Slack!
Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.
Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.