Infocus Laser Platform M-300 User Manual

M-300 Laser Platform Installation and Operations Manual Universal Laser Systems, Inc. 16008 North 81st Street Scottsdale, AZ 852

1-4 Safety FGH Rear View (cover closed) (A) (B) (C) Or (D)CAUTION LASER RADIATIONDO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEWDIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL IN

Troubleshooting 8-3 Engraving appears “halftoned” and not solidly filled when using colors other than black • Graphic, graphic software, graphic

Flat edges on curves when vector cutting • DPI setting too low • PPI setting too low • Software limitation • 1000 DPI produces the smoothest ed

8-4 Troubleshooting Operational Focus carriage looses X-axis position and slams into the left or right side of the rail during high speed raster en

When running the laser system, the laser system will “freeze”, the clock will keep advancing, but the operator will have no control over the system.

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Appendix A - Limited Warranty Please refer to the Warranty Registration Form included with your shipment. Ihr ULS Vertragshändler :MarkI

Appendix B - Specifications Model Number M-300 Resolution 1000 x 1000 DPI, 500 x 500 DPI, 333 x 333 DPI, 250 x 250 DPI 200 x 200 DPI, D

Appendix C - Using DOS Based Programs DOS software is not standardized and each application will work differently. When using DOS applications,

Appendix D - Using Macintosh Computers The laser system has primarily been designed to run under the Windows 95 or Windows 98 operating system.

Appendix E - Serial Port Cable Requirements

Safety 1-5 I Upper left corner of the engraving area next to the Beam Window (H) (I) (J)SERIAL #: 02500ADATE : MAY 2000 (K) (L)

Appendix F - How To Get Help Step 1: Determine exactly what the problem is. Refer to “Section 8 – Troubleshooting” for a possible solution. Ste

1-6 Safety FCC Compliance This ULS laser system has been tested and found to comply with Federal Communication Commission (FCC) directives regard

Safety 1-7 EU Compliance (CE) EU Declaration of Conformity LASER SYSTEMS INC. Product Identification: M-300 Platform Manufacturer: Universa

SECTION 2 Installation Proper operating conditions are vital to a safe and productive environment. This section describes the ideal environment

2-2 Installation • If planning to connect the laser engraving system to a computer through the parallel port, choose a location where the comput

Installation 2-3 If electrical power fluctuations, brown outs, or constant power outages are a problem in your area, an electrical line stabiliz

2-4 Installation DO NOT install forward incline, backward incline, in-line, or ventilator fans because these types of air handlers are inadequate

Installation 2-5 Cart Assembly Since packaging of this unit may vary from time to time, make sure that you locate the following items from with

2-6 Installation 9. Note the lifting points as shown. With the assistance of one or two other people, carefully lift the laser system and place

Notice This publication and its contents are proprietary to Universal Laser Systems, Inc. (ULS), and are intended solely for the contractual use of

Installation 2-7 Laser Cartridge Installation Before connecting and powering on your system, you must install the Laser Cartridge. Make sure t

2-8 Installation Pick up the Laser Cartridge by the sides. Tilt the Laser Cartridge downward on a 30-degree angle. Mount the cartridge onto the

Installation 2-9 Laser Cooling Requirements This type of laser system uses fans to keep the laser cartridge and electronics cooled during opera

2-10 Installation Bitmap / Scanning Software • Adobe Photoshop • Adobe Streamline - for raster to vector conversion CAD Software • AutoCAD for

Installation 2-11 Making the Connections Please use the parallel cable supplied with the system. It is a 6-foot, high quality, shielded, IEEE1

2-12 Installation Problem Prevention The following are things that you MUST NEVER do: 1) Never connect or disconnect the printer cable while eit

SECTION 3 System Operation In this section you will learn how the laser system actually works and will familiarize you with laser system termino

3-2 System Operation Laser Cartridge The laser cartridge is a very sophisticated device. It is composed of a plasma tube filled with a special mi

System Operation 3-3 “Wattage” signifies the amount of heat energy that the laser light is producing over a period of time. Laser energy is mea

3-4 System Operation The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) The LCD is a four line display that displays the menus that control the laser system. It

Introduction We would like to thank you for purchasing the M-300 Laser Platform. Years of testing and refinements have made this unit the ultimat

System Operation 3-5 Green Indicator Light CONDITION REASON ON The laser system is powered up, the top door is closed and the system is ready

3-6 System Operation The “NEXT FILE” button displays the next file in the systems memory and makes it the current file and will stop at the last

System Operation 3-7 The Menu System The LCD displays the menus of the laser system. Since this laser system has many features, we have includ

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System Operation 3-9 MODEL NAMEVERSION XX-XX-XX-XX Menu Descriptions The remainder of this section will describe each one of the menus and th

3-10 System Operation FILE DISPLAY Menu Appears automatically after the first file is downloaded completely into the laser systems memory. This

System Operation 3-11 There are two ways that a downloaded file will have a missing EOF. The first is if printing through the printer driver an

3-12 System Operation The Printer Driver compresses the file while it downloads to the laser system and the laser system decompresses the file whi

System Operation 3-13 DOS POWER SETTINGS Menu The laser system allows eight different power settings to be saved, in non-volatile (permanent)

3-14 System Operation OPTIONS Menu Selecting this menu will allow the access to turn on certain options that the laser system might have. ONE

Table of Contents SECTION 1 - Safety Description of Appropriate Use...

System Operation 3-15 AIR ASSIST Menu This class of laser system does have Air Assist as an option, but it is not computer controlled. Since

3-16 System Operation To restore the focus position back to the original factory setting, go back into this menu and press the up and down arrow k

System Operation 3-17 If you would like to get the Rotary axis back to the original factory default setting, go back into the “SET ROTARY AXIS

3-18 System Operation In order to use the “SERIAL” port, the communication settings MUST match those of the computer. Refer to the computer’s ha

System Operation 3-19 DIAGNOSTICS Menu This menu leads to other menus that enable you to help diagnose problems, if they occur, with the laser

3-20 System Operation MODEL NAMEVERSION XX-XX-XX-XX ABOUT Menu Use the up and down arrow buttons to position the cursor on this menu item. Press

System Operation 3-21 Setting a new origin other than the default (0,0) position will shrink your field size. If you already have files alrea

3-22 System Operation The cursor in the display will be flashing on top of the tenths digit. You can now move the table up or down by pressing

System Operation 3-23 If you find that you need to place your materials in a position other than the upper left hand corner, you can change the

3-24 System Operation The AUTOFOCUS Method In order to use this method, you must first turn it ON. We described how to turn it ON earlier in this

Setting the Drivers Properties ...4-3 Downloading the File ...

System Operation 3-25 To Adjust AUTOFOCUS: From time to time, you may need to re-adjust your AUTOFOCUS. The only time that you should need to r

SECTION 4 Running the System Step by Step In this section we will cover how to completely use the laser system to create a product from start to

4-2 Running the System Step by Step Focusing Before attempting to adjust the focal height, visually check to make sure that the table is down lo

Running the System Step by Step 4-3 It does not matter whether you bring the table up to go out of focus, or down, the effect is the same. You

4-4 Running the System Step by Step Find the “PRINT” command within your graphics program and click on it. Depending on which graphics program yo

Running the System Step by Step 4-5 We will also remind you again to please comply with the warning label below. Material Removing and Reloa

SECTION 5 Options & Accessories There are several options and accessories available for this laser system. The new 3D Effects option is now

5-2 Options & Accessories 102345678910 11 1213123456789COMPUTER GRAPHICS SCREENGRAPHICS SOFTWAREPAGE LAYOUT11 INCHES ( 292.1 mm) WIDE8.5 INCHE

Options & Accessories 5-3 Settings for a 30 Watt System There is a considerable difference between rubber blends, thickness, and hardn

5-4 Options & Accessories Full Sheet Method The second method is to create a full sheet of rubber stamps and engrave them all at the same time

SECTION 7 - Maintenance Suggested Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies ...7-1 System Cleanin

Options & Accessories 5-5 In the laser systems printer driver, use the same settings as the previous example but with only minor modificatio

5-6 Options & Accessories The Rotary Fixture is placed on the engraving table as the following diagram illustrates. Please refer to the ins

Options & Accessories 5-7 Air Assist System The Air Assist System consists of a nozzle that attaches to the focus carriage, Optics protect

5-8 Options & Accessories Focus Lens Kits There are three optional Focus Lens Kits available other than the standard 2.0”, they are the 1.5”,

Options & Accessories 5-9 Refer to the following chart for spot sizes and focal ranges of the lenses available. FOCAL LENGTH SPOT SIZE F

SECTION 6 Sample Materials This section provides sample driver settings and helpful hints to get started engraving and/or cutting the materials

6-2 Sample Materials NOTICE Laser engraving or cutting materials other than those described in this manual can be a safety hazard and can damage

Sample Materials 6-3 NOTE When engraving very small objects, top speed cannot be achieved because acceleration and deceleration of the motion

6-4 Sample Materials ACRYLIC - CAST AND EXTRUDED LIGHT RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 70 80 500 1 .001” 20

Sample Materials 6-5 COMMENTS There are two types of acrylic available, cast and extruded. Cast turns white or frosted and extruded remains cl

SECTION 1 Safety This section describes hazards that may occur if the laser system is installed or used improperly. Failure to follow these gui

6-6 Sample Materials ACRYLIC - MIRRORED LIGHT RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 75 80 500 1 .003” 20 55 80

Sample Materials 6-7 COMMENTS Engraving mirrored acrylic is similar to engraving regular acrylic. The idea is to engrave through the mirrored ba

6-8 Sample Materials ANODIZED ALUMINUM RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 90 80 500 1 .001” 20 68 80 500 1

Sample Materials 6-9 BRASS - PAINTED RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 90 80 500 1 .001” 20 68 80 500 1

6-10 Sample Materials CORIAN / AVONITE / FOUNTAINHEAD RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 100 20 500 1 .005” 20

Sample Materials 6-11 CORK RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 80 30 500 1 .010” 20 80 40 500 1 .010” 25

6-12 Sample Materials DELRIN (SEAL PRESS) RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 100 18 500 1 .015” 20 100 23 5

Sample Materials 6-13 GLASS / CRYSTAL RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 100 10 300 1 .001 20 100 13 300

6-14 Sample Materials LEATHER RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 56 80 500 1 .001” 20 42 80 500 1 .001” 2

Sample Materials 6-15 MARBLE RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 100 28 500 1 .003” 20 100 37 500 1 .003

1-2 Safety • Care should be taken when moving or lifting this device. Obtain assistance from 1 or 2 additional people when lifting or carrying.

6-16 Sample Materials MAT BOARD RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 90 80 250 1 .005” 20 68 80 250 1 .005”

Sample Materials 6-17 MELAMINE - STANDARD ENGRAVING LIGHT RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 100 20 500 1 .0

6-18 Sample Materials MELAMINE - PHOTO/CLIPART ENGRAVING RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 80 30 500 1 .008”

Sample Materials 6-19 PLASTIC - ENGRAVERS MICROSURFACED RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 70 80 500 1 .003”

6-20 Sample Materials RUBBER STAMPS RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 (Not recommended) N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 2

Sample Materials 6-21 SIGN VINYL RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 100 15 500 1 .015” 20 100 20 500 1

6-22 Sample Materials WOOD RASTER ENGRAVING LASER WATTAGE POWER SPEED PPI PASS DEPTH 15 100 20 500 1 .020” 20 100 27 500 1 .020” 25

Sample Materials 6-23 be easier to flood the masking, after engraving, with water. This will loosen the tape and it can be easily removed by ru

SECTION 7 Maintenance Keeping the laser system clean will ensure the highest quality engraving. The frequency of cleaning will depend entirely

7-2 Maintenance

Safety 1-3 Safety Labels CDRH and CE regulations require all laser manufacturers to affix warning labels in specific locations throughout

Maintenance 7-3 System Cleaning • Turn off and unplug the laser system. • Open the Top Door and thoroughly remove all loose dirt and debris

7-4 Maintenance #2 Mirror To gain access to the #2 Mirror, the mirror cover must be removed. Remove the thumbscrew, slide the cover to the right

Maintenance 7-5 #3 Mirror and Focus Lens You must remove the front cover to the Focus Carriage to gain access to the #3 Mirror and the Focus Len

7-6 Maintenance Beam Window The Beam Window is where the laser beam enters into the engraving area. It is located in the upper left hand corner o

Maintenance 7-7 Adjustments and Lubrication There are no periodic adjustments required. The bearings in the motion system will self adjust to

7-8 Maintenance Cooling Fan Filters This air-cooled laser system will require periodic cleaning of the cooling fan filters. Since ambient air is

SECTION 8 Troubleshooting Engraving Quality Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution “Fuzzy” looking raster engraving or small text appears like

• Laser tube is faulty • Replace laser tube Engraving disappears, becomes “lighter”, or appears “choppy” when raster engraving within ½ inch of Y-a

8-2 Troubleshooting Raster engraving appears sharp on both ends of the engraving but fuzzy in the middle • Dirty laser system • Something is loo

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