GoScribe Mini User Manual
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GoScribe Mini User Manual
Thank you for purchasing the GoScribe Mini ID Tag Engraving System. It takes just minutes to unpack and begin scribing your first ID tags.
Unpacking & Inventory
Carefully lift the GoScribe Mini engraver from its shipping carton and place it onto a solid table. It weighs 10 pounds.
You should find each of the following
- GoScribe machine
- Power cord
- Mini USB keyboard
- ID tag holders
- Selection of ID tags
Do not discard the shipping box. Should you need repairs or want to purchase upgrades, you will need this box for shipping.
Engrave Your First Tag
The GoScribe machine will not operate with the door open. For emergency stops, simply open the door.
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Plug in the keyboard
Plug the mini keyboard into the side of the GoScribe.
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Connect the power
Plug the power cord into the GoScribe. Then plug the other end into a protected power strip.
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Turn it on
Turn on the GoScribe engraver by pressing the switch next to the power plug-in.
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Choose a tag
Press the corresponding function key on the mini keyboard. Press the ← and → arrows to scroll through the additional screens with more tag options.
Each tag shape shows its function key. -
Insert the tag
The LCD screen now prompts you to “Insert tag and close door”. Open the door of the engraver and place the correct tag holder with the tag inserted.
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Type the tag information
As you type, your text appears on the tag, automatically centered. All the options are displayed below the tag on the screen.
To choose alternative fonts, press Ctrl + F. To make a line larger, use the ↑ ↓ arrow keys to select a line, then press Shift + ↑ / ↓ to increase or decrease the text height for that line. You may only change the text height of one line. This is useful to make the pet name stand out, for example.
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Start engraving
Press the F12 (or Fn + F2 if your keyboard is F1–F10 only) to begin the scribing operation. If there is a problem and you need to stop the machine, simply open the door to immediately halt it.
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Remove your tag
The GoScribe Mini will complete scribing, return to its home position and stop. You may now open the door and remove the ID tag.
Opening the door mid-scribe shows a red “Aborted” message. To reset the GoScribe:
- Press Esc.
- Choose the tag function key again. This will rehome the machine and put it in a ready state to select a new tag.
Quick Keys
| Key | What it does |
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| Esc | Returns you to the beginning screen. |
| Ctrl + N | Erases the information stored from a previous tag. The GoScribe remembers the last ID tag data to simplify making identical tags; this quickly clears it for a tag with new information. |
| Ctrl + F | Changes the font between standard engraver’s block wide, tall, and a fancy script. For tall tags like the round tag, choose the tall block font to fill the vertical space. For wide tags like the bone and dog tag, choose the wide block font. With practice you will see these two fonts make certain tags look best by filling the tag with larger letters. |
| Shift + ↑ / ↓ | Makes the line your cursor is on larger or smaller. Most often used to make the pet name or owner name on the first line stand out. The line updates on the LCD automatically. |
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F12 or Fn + F2 |
Starts engraving. Use Fn + F2 if your keyboard is F1–F10 only. |
| CAPS | Displayed in blue on the screen when the all caps button is on. |
Scribe Graphics
The GoScribe comes with over 59 popular graphics that may be scribed on the tags.
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From the main screen, press G to go into graphics mode.
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Select the function key for the tag shape you would like to scribe a graphic on.
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Insert a tag and close the door.
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Press G to pull up the graphics available to scribe. Use the ← and → arrows to select a graphic and to scroll through the additional screens with more graphic options.
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With a graphic highlighted, press Enter. The LCD will now display the graphic on the tag. Press R to rotate the image if required.
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Press the F12 (or Fn + F2 if your keyboard is F1–F10 only) to scribe the graphic onto the tag.
Good to Know
The GoScribe Mini remembers the data from the last tag that was engraved. This saves time engraving many tags with the same information, even if each tag is a different shape. If a customer needs 10 pet tags with the same address and phone number but different pet names, you need only edit the pet name on each tag. For a completely new tag, use Ctrl + N to remove all data and start fresh.
The GoScribe Mini was engineered to make a nice mark on the first pass. Since the data is stored from the previous tag, you may simply choose the tag shape again and press the F12 (or Fn + F2 if your keyboard is F1–F10 only) to scribe it one more time for a deeper engraving.
For our charm style bone tags with genuine Swarovski crystals, put 2 spaces before the pet name and 2 spaces after the pet name. This makes the pet name smaller so it can be scribed without hitting the crystals. Scribe the back of the tag as normal.
The GoScribe has been engineered to require very little maintenance. From time to time, when dust and engraving particles build up, unplug the machine and wipe down all the parts you can reach inside with a soft cloth. Rub the pink vacuum material clean with soap and water, then dry it when finished.
Warranty
The GoScribe Mini comes with a 1 year limited warranty. All mechanical and electrical components are included.
Unintended use or misuse of the machine resulting in damage is not covered. Electrical surges causing damage due to not using a proper surge protector are not covered. Be sure to plug the GoScribe into a surge protector.
To arrange a return or repair, email us at support@goscribe.com.
Running low on tags?
Order new ID tags at goscribe.com.