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  1. VS540 printer showing ink is out, when cartridge is half full ??

    Does anyone know how to get around this. The printer is asking me to change the cartridge when the cartridge is actually half full. Any ideas how to reset this and keep printing ?
  2. Need help with font ID

    Any help would be appreciated!
  3. Help with .plt file type

    Hey guys, I work for a fire department and we just received a brand new truck. The company that lettered the truck sent me a .plt file of the lettering, i believe this is a cad type file. Can anyone by chance convert this to .ai or .eps .... I was asked to letter the door numbers on the 2...
  4. Font ID please ?

    Hey all, I know this is probably an easy one, but i cant seem to match it ? Thanks in advance!
  5. Looking for new OEM roland ink vendor

    After numerous screw ups on shipments from a FL company, I am looking for a new ink vendor. I paid $110 for 440 cartidges and free shipping above $100 order. Can you guys recommend anyone ? A lot of the bigger suppliers are only serving 3rd party inks. Thanks!
  6. Billboard sign cover

    I am trying to find a vendor that can make the following item. This would be a 8'x24' billboard with 10" interior gap. I want to have one that I can slide over the entire unit with the bottom being the only part strapped down. I have heard these called toaster covers, sign covers, pocket...
  7. Roland VS540 and ink level reading

    Hey guys, My VS540 has not been reading my ink levels for about the last months. When i check my levels through versaworks it shows multiple cartridges as being empty ( they are brand new). Anyone have any ideas or fix on this ? Thanks, Kevin
  8. Need help picking substrate on billboard type signs

    I am redoing a billboard type store sign. The main pillars are 8"posts in good condition, the cross members on the inside are also in good shape. I will be removing the plywood and replacing it with vertical 8'x4' pieces. the measurements are 8'x24'. what are your recommendation on a substrate...
  9. reflective and lam recommendations

    I am looking for a good reflective and lam product to be used with my VS540. This decals will be place on a vehicle. I looked at grimco's inventory but they only carry 3M, plus i don't need a 50 yard. Any recs on brands and supplier ?
  10. Splicing banner together?

    Hey guys, I am making a 15' x 10' banner. I have 2 horizontal sections that are 5'x15. How would you put these 2 together. Will double sided tape hold ? Any ideas would be greatly appreciated... Thanks a bunch, Kevin.
  11. Roland vs 540 - out of ink

    I ran out of LM in my printer. I have some coming in AM, my screw up. I have some project to cut only with the machine right though... This machine will not let me do anything until i replace the cartridge. I have taken out the tab and taped over it with no luck. I have restarted the printer a...
  12. lightbox and vinyl ???

    I am doing a light box sign that is 3'x10'. The artwork that was sent to me by the client is very straight forward, consisting of 1 color background with cut out lettering. Can I do this with cast black vinyl and weed out the actual letters ? Will the sign be visible?... I know they make...
  13. Material that will stick to tshirts ?

    My daughter is a cheerleader, they have tryouts on saturday... The gym owner is looking for stickers with numbers on them to stick on the shirts of the girls trying out. Stickers must be able to last on tshirt for at least 2-3 hours... what type of material should i use ?
  14. Wrap material

    Hey guys, I work in florida, I do have coverage when installing wraps but no air conditioned environment. I gave Avery 1005 a shot last wrap and saw that the material stretch a lot just by pulling the baking due to the air temp. I think I want to try a wrap material that may be thicker. What...
  15. Need advice/comments on van wrap...

    Working on this design for a client. Let me know what you guys think!...
  16. Digimag?

    Has any used Digimag vinyl.... Im running a VS540, can this material hurt my machine. The description states i can use 20 mil with Roland ? what do you all think? Thanks, Kevin
  17. Iphone app to follow signs 101

    I tried doing a search but could not come up with anything....Is there an app for iphone and ipad that can access the signs 101 forum ?
  18. Primer 94

    3M Primer 94 - Does anyone know if any hardware store carries it ? ( home depot, lowes, ace, etc....)
  19. bumper wrap pricing help ?

    what do you guys think of this price?? Wrap front bumper, rear bumper, side foot rails with matte black oracal 951. 2011 Chevy 1500 $275.00 Where would you be on something like this ?
  20. Fun little job

    A customer of mine purchased an old soda machine and wanted it customized.
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