User`s Manual, MDX-40 (English)
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1. Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution Ground the unit with the ground wire Failure to do so may result in risk of electrocu tion in the event of a mechanical problem Never use the machine with the power cord bound into a bundle or roll If the cord is in a bundle or roll it may grow hot and cause fire Do not use with a damaged power cord or plug or with a loose electrical outlet Doing so may lead to fire electrical shock or electrocution O Never allow the machine to get wet or apply gasoline thinner or any other flam mable material to it Current leakage may cause electrical shock elec trocution or combustion and fire Never allow hairpins coins matches or any other object to get inside the machine through the ventilation ports Doingso may cause and electrical short result ing in shock or electrocution or the inserted object may catch fire Never place gasoline alcohol thinner or any other flammable material near the machine or use an aerosol spray close to the machine Doing so may cause fire Never operate in locations such as those near an open flame or heater or where sparking or static electricity may occur Cuttings or the like may ignite and cause fire Never damage the power cord or pull it with force Doing so may tear the cord s insulation causing an electrical short and resulting in electrical shock electrocuti2. Pausing Cutting Press theVIEW button Pressing the VIEW button moves the spindle to the left edge and the table to the front of the machine It is possible to open the front cover while the machine is paused Before you open the front cover make sure that operation has stopped completely To resume cutting make sure the front cover is closed then press the VIEW button again Stopping Cutting O Press theVIEW button Hold down theTO O L UP TO O L DOWN buttons at the same time The VIEW light flashes and deletion of the data sent to the machine begins W hen deletion of the data ends the VIEW light stops flashing 34 Chapter 3 Operation Chapter 4 Feature Reference 35 4 1 Setting the Z Origin Using the Sensor Setting the Z origin on the Workpiece 1 Mount the sensor 0 Sensor ca Place the sensor on the workpiece gt Workpiece Run the sensor cable around behind the ma chine to the top of the table Connect the sensor cable to the sensor con nector 2 Set the Z origin point Close the front cover Press the VIEW button to make the VIEW light go out e Using the operation panel screen move the tool to a loca tion above the sensor A A T mt 1 2 9 9 Zus Y 2 Reference Point Settings Select Set the Z axis origin using the sensor C Setthe hee Click Start Detection s Set the Z axis origin using the sensor
3. applied to the spindle W hat to Do If an Error Message Appears This section describes the error messages that may appear on the monitor of the computer you re us ing and how to take action to remedy the problem If the action described here does not correct the problem or if an error message not described here appears contact your vendor or the nearest Roland DG Corp service center The machine is not responding The machine and the operation panel screen can not communicate because the power to the machine has been interrupted or the USB cable has come loose Startthe machine or make sure the U SB cable is connected securely After checking open the operation panel screen again Chapter 5 Appendix 43 44 5 2W hat to Do If Operation or view in progress Please wait until operation stops or cancel the view An attempt was made to perform an operation or make settings usingthe operation panel screen while the machine was either in operation or paused The operation panel screen cannot be used to start a new operation or make new settings while an cutting operating is in progress or when the machine is paused Either wait until the operation ends or cancel the paused state then carry out the operation or make the settings No sensor is connected The sensor was not connected to the machine dur ing origin detection operation Make sure the sensor is installed on the machine and the connector is con
4. damage to property Points which must be observed to prevent such injury or damage are described as follows About WARNING and Z CAUTION Notices Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe NWARNING injury should the unit be used improperly U sed for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly NCAUTION Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with re spect to the home and all its furnishings as well to domestic animals or pets About the Symbols The A symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle The symbol at left means danger of electrocution The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out are forbidden The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle The symbol at left means the unit must never be disassembled The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle The symbol at left means the power cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet AN To Ensure Safe Use Incorrect operation may cause injury NWARNING NCAUTION Do not disassemble repair or modify Be sure to fo
5. energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment The VO cables between this equipment and the computing device must be shielded For Canada CLASS A NOTICE This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations CLASSE A AVIS Cet appareil num rique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada ROLAND DG CORPORATION NOTICE Grounding Instructions Do not modify the plug provided if it will not fit the outlet have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Check with qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded Use only 3 wire extension cords that have 3 prong grounding plugs and 3 pole receptacles that accept the tool s plug Repair or replace damaged or worn out cord immediately Operating Instructions KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invites accidents DON T US
6. sisi see hr ER 16 WhatYou Can Do with This Machine 16 Operation Screen eat erinnere enden ege pe ede irre 16 Bart N ames and F ncti OTis tene ete t a een pe ee 17 The Machine s Coordinate Systems issus 20 Chapter 2 Preparation PE 21 2 1 Included Items sean Re een een 22 22 nstallati o N minaaa aa a odios den Fe ee nien endete ande eod abe a eS 23 Installation Erivironmient orti a dern ed in 23 Installation SpaC acd ini are e ertet TA et P I TA dia alee 23 Removing the Retailers cicer teme rc re een 24 Connecting the PoWer Cord nite ee ra itt be tret Ta Deed de ee ra les 25 Installing the Windows based Driver and Connecting to the Computer 26 Chapter 3 O peratiON P 27 3 1 Switching the Power O n and Q ff sotto tendere ir Tr era Et c n dd 28 Starting the Sytem edet oer tese tp dee teet aN e edd se A Renan 28 Switching Off the Power nn een ined aia sin ana ea oe e rd nen 29 3 2 Emergency Stop to Ensure Safety nn 30 Emergericy stop swItch uiii ath etr Sr ick eher 30 eS EET 30 3 3 Installing a Tool and Setting the Cutting start Location sssseeee een 31 The Locations of the Origin Points su 31 Installing a Tool earth eig nat ge 31 Setting the Cutting start Location ss 32 B24 Starting Cutting x eerte teinte ee MR nt ne tnt das 3 5 Stopping and Pausing C utting Pausirig Cutting eter her een n Certe dv P na Malin anaes STOPPING C tting ranson rmt e d Rt
7. t h e h an d or fi ngers to maquina y no seria conveniente para su salud respirar el nell aria potrebbere essere nociva alla salute o danneggiare g polvo la macchina become pinched resulting in A PRUDENCE a D Veuillez utiliser un aspirateur pour enlever la poussi re YJMILRUAZ EDS Y F EBBLTRELTFE N ner Ne jamais utiliser de projecteurs d air La poussi re REMLTITA BALI TEE In ur y souffl e dans l air peut causer des probl mes de DIGITAL ROB U MAL respiration et endommager votre machine BESOIRBI EIU T Caution High Tem perature N ever touch immediately after cutting operation To reduce the risk of Injury user must read and understand user s manual Caution SharpTool Inadvertent contact may cause injur y Pour utiliser en toute s curit La manipulation ou l utilisation inad quates de cet appareil peuvent causer des blessures ou des dommages mat riels Les pr cautions prendre pour pr venir les blessures ou les dommages sont d crites ci dessous Avis sur les avertissements Utilis pour avertir l utilisateur d un risque de d c s ou de blessure grave en NATTENTION cas de mauvaise utilisation de l appareil Utilis pour avertir l utilisateur d un risque de blessure ou de dommage mat riel en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l appareil NPRU DENCE Par dommage mat riel il est entendu dommage ou tout autre effet ind sirable sur la
8. utiliser un cordon d alimentation autre que celui qui est fourni avec l appareil Ne jamais non plus utiliser de bande d alimentation lectrique ni de rallonge La bande d alimentation ou la rallonge peuvent surchauffer et causer un incendie Ne jamais endommager le c ble d alimentation ni le tirer vigoureusement Cela risque de d chirer l isolant du c ble et de causer un court circuit ce qui aurait comme r sultat un choc lectrique l lectrocution ou un incendie Ne jamais placer de l essence du diluant ni aucun mat riau inflammable pr s de l appareil ne jamais utiliser de produits en a rosol pr s de l appareil Cela cr e un risque d incendie o O o Ne jamais utiliser l appareil pr s d une flamme nue ou d un appareil de chauffage ou dans des endroits o la production d tincelles ou d lectricit statique peut survenir Les copeaux ou les autres produits combustibles peuvent s enflammer et causer un incendie e o 00 S il se produit quoi que ce soit d anormal fum e tincelles odeur combustion ou bruit inhabituel d brancher imm diatement le c ble d alimentation Le d faut de ce faire peut entra ner un incendie un choc lectrique ou l lectrocution D brancher imm diatement le c ble d alimentation et communiquer avec le Centre de services Roland DG Si l appareil reste inutilis pendant de longues p riodes d brancher la fiche de la prise N gliger de sui
9. 36 Chapter 4 Feature Reference 4 1 Setting the Z Origin Using the Sensor Click Continue The cutter automatically makes contact with the sen Lower the tool using it touches the sensor sor and the Z axis origin point is set the sufface of the Make sure the tool is above the sensor but not workpiece touching it then click Continue a 7 O Detach the sensor and sensor cable Chapter 4 Feature Reference 37 4 2 Installing the Engraving Cutter Installing a Cutter and Setting the Origin Point for Machining W hen using a engraving cutter the optionally available engraving cutter and collet NCAUTION Do not touch the tip of the blade with your fingers Doing so may result in injury I Installing a cutter and setting the Z point for machining O N Cutter holder Detach the cutter holder from the cutter Hexagonal screw driver small Cutter holder W hile using a spanner to hold the spindle immobile tighten the cutter holder sufficiently The cutter holder is reverse threaded that is you turn it counter clockwise to tighten it Be careful to turn it in the correct direc tion Insert the collet from underneath Tighten the collet using spanners Spanner large Spanner small 38 Chapter 4 Feature Reference 4 2 Installing the Engraving Cutter O EN Lower the spindle and
10. E IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT Don tuse power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain Keep work area well lighted DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing when changing accessories such as blades bits cutters and like REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING Make sure the switch is in off position before plugging in USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Consultthe owner s manual for recommended accessories The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED TURN POWER OFF Don t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop 1 6 4 Shinmiyakoda Hamamatsu shi Shizuoka ken JAPAN 431 2103 MODEL NAME See the MODEL given on the rating plate RELEVANT DIRECTIVE EC MACHINERY DIRECTIVE 98 37 EC EC LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE 73 23 EEC EC ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY DIRECTIVE 89 336 EEC WARNING This is a Class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures Contents NTo Ensure Safe Use T 3 IN Pour utiliser en toute s curit 1 erre reser err nre eren nnn ann sauna tua sna aua nen nnnannnnneunnnnnnnn 8 Important Notes on Handling and Use nuu2r2anu0nn0nnu00nu0nnunnuannunnunnnuannunnunnnuannunnunnnuannannunnnunnunnnnn 13 Chapter 1 Introduction 15 1 F A BOUET hIS MachiNe
11. Roland Thank you very much for purchasing this product gt To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product s performance please be sure to read through this manual completely and store it in a safe location Unauthorized copying or transferral in whole or in part of this manual is prohibited The contents of this operation manual and the specifications of this product are subjectto change without notice gt The operation manual and the product have been prepared and tested as much as possible If you find any misprint or error please inform us gt Roland DG Corp assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur through use of this product regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product gt Roland DG Corp assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur with respect to any article made using this product gt gt Roland DG Corporation For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency
12. bring the tip of the collet close to I the surface of the workpiece O TRI Insert the cutter Cutter Making the tip of the cutter touch the surface of the workpiece and tighten the tool retaining screw Hexagonal screw driver small o Reference Point Settings Usingthe operation panel screen select f Setthe Z Origin y here ES Set the Z origin here Click Set FB _ atthe center of ih MF l2 rotation The Z origin has now been set Chapter 4 Feature Reference 39 4 2 Installing the Engraving Cutter 2 Make the setting for the XY origin point O Using the operation panel screen move the A A u A spindle to the cutting start location 3 vp gt m Q Reference Point Settings Select Set the XY origin here mm ne Bee ee The XY origin has now been set m Z Origin z at the center of rotation 40 Chapter 4 Feature Reference Chapter 5 Appendix 41 5 1 Maintenance Daily Care This section describes the maintenance methods for day to day care ofthe machine Z WARNING Never use an air gun blower to remove cuttings Using an air gun blower may blow cuttings inside the machine creating a fire hazard NNARNING Never use gasoline alcohol thinner or any other flammable material Doing so may cause fire ACAUTION Switch off the machine and unplug the power cord from the el
13. coor dinates These display the present co ordinate values workpiece coordinate system forthe X Y and Z axes Unit of measure ment for display This switches the mea surement unit for the window display to mil limeters inches or steps Spindle rotation This set the rotation of the spindle Spindle rotation button This switches spindle rotation on and off Roland MDX 40 Panel x 0 00 m Y 0 00 mm Z 0 00 mm Reference Point Settings Setthe X Origin Set the Z axis origin using the sensor Reference Point Settings These set the cutting start location JVM 9 1 XYZ movement buttons These move the spindle in the X Y and Z directions To XY Origin v Move Stop E You use these to set the origin point at the selected location and to detect the selected origin Moving to the Specified Location This moves to the speci fied location in a single Step You can quit mov ing by clicking Stop Chapter 1 Introduction 19 1 1 Machine Feature The Machine s Coordinate Systems You can freely change the locations of the origin points for this machine The coordinate values for the axes are referenced to these origin points Changing the locations of the origins makes the coordinate values change as well This kind of coordinate system is called a workpiece coordinate system Y axis Z axis XYZ origin 20 Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Pre
14. e the settings for cutter movement and the start location for cutting O IfYou re UsingW indows XP From the Start menu click Control Panel Click Printers and O ther Hardware then click Printers and Faxes If You re Using W indows 98 SE Me 2000 From the Start menu click Settings then Printers O Right click the Roland MD X 40 printer icon val If You re UsingW indows X P 2000 E A Click Printing Preferences If You re UsingW indows 98 SE Me Roland Click Properties MD ALD e Click the O ption tab Click the O PERATIO N PAN EL button The operation panel screen open Switching Off the Power Switch off the main power switch RN The POWER light goes dark and the power to the machine is switched off D Chapter 3 Operation 29 3 2 Emergency Stop to Ensure Safety Emergency stop switch This switch stops the machine in an emergency in order to avoid danger Pressing the emergency stop switch immedi ately halts operation and aborts cutting How to Perform an Emergency Stop O the switch Releasing the Emergency Stop Switch Turning the switch in the direction of the arrow releases the emer gency stop switch xS A Front Cover For safety opening the front cover during operation stops cutting and makes the MODELING and VIEW lights flash To recover from this close the front cover and switch off the sub power button Itis possible to open the front cover while the machine
15. ector Sensor connector Connect the supplied sensor cable to thi USB connector 4 Connect a USB cable sold separately to this connector s connector e E Expansion connector Main Power switch Thisisthe switch Operation buttons machine s main power Power light Lights up when the machine is oper ating POWER MODELING MODELING light Thislights up when the Sub power but ton is pressed SCANNING light optional SCANNING This lights up while using the optional scanning unit VIEW light Lights up when the machine is tempo rarily stopped Whilethe lightison the machine does not receive processing data CCC TOOL Chapter 1 Introduction Sub power button Press this button to start the machine when the main power switch is on VIEW button Press this button to temporarily stop the ma chine and move the cutter to the top position To restart the machine press the button once again TOOL UP TOOL DOWN button These buttons move the spindle head up and down To stop cutting pause the machine then press these two buttons at the same time This de letes all data sent to the machine Operation panel screen 1 1 Machine Feature To make the settings for cutter movement and the cutting start location you use the Windows based driver To operate the machine display the operation panel screen X Y and Z axis
16. ectrical outlet be fore performing cleaning or maintenance Failure to do so may result in injury or electrical shock ACAUTION Do not touch the spindle motor immediately or cutter after a cutting operation has ended Doing so may result in burns NCAUTION Use a brush to remove cuttings Attempting to use a vacuum cleaner to take up cuttings may cause fire in the vacuum cleaner gt This machine is a precision device and is sensitive to dust and dirt Perform cleaning on a daily basis gt N ever use a solvent such as thinner or benzine gt Clean cuttings carefully gt To clean the cover use a dry cloth to wipe it gt N ever attempt to oil or lubricate the machine Spindle Inspection The spindle unit and the belt are parts that wear out As a general guide you should replace them after every 2 000 hours of use As a general guide replace the spindle motor after every 6 000 hours of use 42 Chapter 5 Appendix 5 2W hat to Do If The machine doesn t run Is the power switched on Startthe machine and make surethe POWER and MODEL ING lights come on V3 P 28 Switching the Power On and Off Is the front cover open Close the front cover IstheVIEW light on When the VIEW light is on operation is paused When theVIEW lightis on cutting does not start even when data is sent Press the VIEW button to cancel the paused State Is the lights flashing an error message US P 43 W hat to Do If a Flashing Error I
17. er imm diatement apr s une op ration de coupe A AVERTISSEMENT Afin de r duire le risque de blessures l utilisateur doit lire et bien comprendre le mode d emploi Attention outil coupant Un contact imprudent risque d entra ner une blessure Important Notes on Handling and Use This machine is a precision device To ensure the full performance of this machine be sure to observe the following important points Failure to observe these may not only result in loss of performance but may also cause malfunction or breakdown This Machine Is a Precision Device Handle carefully and never subject the machine to impact or excessive force gt N ever needlessly insert your hand or fingers inside the mechanical areas including the areas inside the spindle and under the table Install in a Suitable Location gt Install in a location having the specified temperature and relative humidity gt Install in a quiet stable location offering good operating conditions The tip of the tool is breakable gt Handle with care being careful not to drop it Clean carefully gt Excessive buildup of cuttings may impede correct operation and cause malfunction This machine becomes hot gt Never cover or block the ventilation holes with cloth tape or any other material gt Install in a well ventilated location This machine is suited to cutting resins gt Never u
18. es proc dures d utilisation d crites dans ce manuel Si les proc dures indiqu es ne sont pas suivies le fonctionnement de l appareil peut tre d clench soudainement ce qui risque de causer des blessures 9 Ne jamais permettre quiconque de toucher l appareil s il ou si elle n en connac pas le fonctionnement ou la manutention Toucher l appareil certains points dangereux peut en d clencher le fonctionnement ce qui risque de causer un accident impr vu 9 Ne pas utiliser si un couvercle avant est fissur ou bris Si le couvercle transparent l avant ou sur le c t de l appareil est fissur communiquer avec le revendeur ou le centre de service autoris s de la soci t Roland DG Le poids de cet appareil est d environ 70 kg 155 Ib NATTENTION Lorsque vous d placez l appareil le saisir par sa base en aluminium et le transporter 4 personnes ou plus Tirer sur le fil peut l endommager ce qui risque de provoquer un incendie ou de causer une d charge lectrique ou une lectrocution Installer sur une surface stable Sinon l appareil risque de se renverser et de causer des blessures 10 Z Pour utiliser en toute s curit A Risque de d charge ou de choc lectrique d lectrocution ou d incendie NATTENTION Ne pas utiliser avec une source d alimentation lectrique non conforme la norme indiqu e sur l appareil Utiliser l appareil avec une autre
19. fication des vignettes est donn e ci dessous Respecter les avertissements Ne jamais retirer les vignettes et ne pas les laisser s encrasser CAUTION VORSICHT Please use a vacuum cleaner to remove cutting dust Bitte entfemen Sie Staub mit einem Staubsauger Do not use any blower like airbrush Otherwise dust Niemals ein Gebl se verwenden Der dadurch freigesetzte ss spread in the air may harm your health or damage this Staub ist gesundheitssch dlich und kann die Funktion Attention risque de pincement machin hers Ger ts beeintr chtigen PRECAUCION ACAUTELA U n C 0 n t act p e n d ant le Por favor utilice un aspirador para limpiar la viruta y el Usare un aspiratore per rimuovere polvere o trucioli da polvo lavorazione f i 1 p No utilice aire a presion para la limpieza podria averiarla Non usare compressori altrimenti la polvere diffusa onctionnement peut coincer la main anna yo e ae e e nelaapeirehbere entere oca eat o dannegolre A ve polvo la macchina ou les doigts ce qui risque de causer A PRUDENCE AE Veuillez utiliser un aspirateur pour enlever la poussi re MBER ABO DY d GERI CEU V des blessu res Ne jamais utiliser de projecteurs d air La poussi re R RET IJ BUE CREU n souffl e dans l air peut causer des probl mes de IBI OCRURELU ROMEO fU PEREICIBAL respiration et endommager votre machine MIBOIRI UE Attention temperature lev e Ne jamais touch
20. ight or near air conditioning or heating equipment gt Locations exposed to considerable electrical or magnetic noise or other forms of electromagnetic energy Installation Space 700 W x 800 D x 600 H mm 28 W x 32 D x 24 H in Chapter 2 Preparation 23 24 2 2 Installation Removing the Retainers Retainers are attached to the machine to protect itfrom vibration during transportation W hen installation is complete remove these NCAUTION Perform this task with all power switches left switched off Otherwise sudden movement of the machine may cause injury gt Remove all retainers Any that remain may cause faulty operation or breakdown when the power is switched on gt Store these retainers carefully because they are needed again when transporting the machine for relocation or the like Remove the screws shown in the figure then detach these retainers Mount the screws at its original location on the machine H exagonal wrench Hexagonal wrench Retainer Chapter 2 Preparation 2 2 Installation Connecting the Power Cord AWARNING AWARNING Z CAUTION Machine Do not use with any electrical power supply that does not meet the ratings dis played on the unit Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution Ground the unit with the ground wire Failure to do so may result in risk
21. is paused W hen the front cover is open the VIEW light flashes every two seconds Closing the cover stops the flashing US P 34 Stopping and Pausing Cutting 30 Chapter 3 Operation 3 3 Installing a Tool and Setting the Cutting start Location The Locations of the Origin Points W hen you perform cutting using a work plate you setthree origin points the X Y and Z origins The X and Y origin points serve as the start location for cutting You normally align the Z origin point with the surface ofthe workpiece In any case make the settings to match the size of the workpiece and the length of the cutter Installing aTool NCAUTION Do not touch the tip of the blade with your fingers Doing so may result in injury Close the front cover Press theVIEW button to make theVIEW light come on The table moves back toward you O W ait until operation has stopped completely then open the front cover e Insert the tool into the collet p Collet e O Insert the collet and tool from underneath W hile supporting the tool to keep it from falling turn the collet to secure it in place o Tighten the collet using spanners RO spanner A large Spanner small Chapter 3 Operation 31 3 3 Installing aTool and Setting the C utting start Location Setting the C utting start Location I SettheZ origin point Close the front cover Press theVIEW button to make theVIEW light go
22. llow the operation proce Doing so may lead to fire or abnormal opera dures described in this manual tion resulting in injury The machine includes locations and components that pose a danger to children and major acci dent including injury blindness or choking may occur S Never allow children near the machine Failure to follow the procedures may cause sud den operation or the like of the machine which may result in unexpected injury S Never allow anyone unfamiliar with the usage or handling of the machine to touch the machine Touching a dangerous location may cause sud den operation or the like of the machine which may lead to an unexpected accident or broken Doing so may result in injury If the front cover is cracked ontact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer or service center S Never operate if a front cover is cracked AN This machine weighs approximately 70 kg 155 Ib NCAUTION Unpacking installation and moving are o operations that must be carried out by four or more persons Failure to do so may result in falling of the unit leading to injury Install on a stable surface Failure to do so may result in the unit tipping over leading to injury NTo Ensure Safe Use A Danger of electrical short shock electrocution or fire gt gt JJ c 2 a Do not use with any electrical power sup ply that does not meet the ratings dis played on the unit
23. maison tous les meubles et m me les animaux domestiques propos des symboles Le symbole A attire l attention de l utilisateur sur les instructions importantes ou les avertissements Le sens pr cis du symbole est d termin par le dessin l int rieur du triangle Le symbole gauche signifie danger d lectrocution Le symbole avertit l utilisateur de ce qu il ne doit pas faire ce qui est interdit La chose sp cifique ne pas faire est indiqu e par le dessin l int rieur du cercle Le symbole gauche signifie que l appareil ne doit jamais tre d mont Le symbole pr vient l utilisateur sur ce qu il doit faire La chose sp cifique faire est indiqu e par le dessin l int rieur du cercle Le symbole gauche signifie que le fil lectrique doit tre d branch de la prise A Pour utiliser en toute s curit L utilisation incorrecte peut causer des blessures NATTENTION NPRUDENCE Ne pas d monter r parer ni modifier D monter r parer ou modifier l appareil risque de provoquer un incendie ou de causer un fonctionnement anormal entra nant des blessures 9 Ne jamais laisser d enfants s approcher de l appareil Des l ments et des surfaces de l appareil pr sentent des risques pour les enfants Il pourrait se produire un accident grave qui causerait des blessures ou cr erait un risque de c cit ou de suffocation S assurer de suivre l
24. n you seek mainte nance servicing or support Never peel off the label or let it get dirty Power Rating Use an electrical outlet that meets the requirements for voltage frequency and amperage given here Chapter 5 Appendix 45 46 5 4 Specifications Main Unit Specification Acceptable material MDX 40 Resins such as chemical wood and modeling wax metal not supported X Y and Z operation strokes 305 X x 305 Y x 105 Z mm 12 X x 12 Y x 4 1 8 Z in Distance from spindle tip to table Maximum 125 mm 4 15 16 in Table size 305 W x 305 D mm 12 W x 12 D in Loadable workpiece weight 4 Kg 8 8 Ib XYZ axis motor Stepping motor Feed rate XY axis 0 1 to 50 mm sec 0 0039 to 1 9 in s Z axis 0 1 to 30 mm sec 0 0039 to 1 1 in s Software resolution 0 01 mm step 0 00039 in step Mechanical resolution 0 002 mm step 0 0001 mm step Spindle motor DC brushless motor Maximum 100W Spindle type Modeling spindle Spindle rotation 4500 to 15000 rpm Tool chuck Collet system Interface USB connector sensor connector expansion connector Power supply Voltage and frequency AC100 to 240 10 50 60 Hz Required power capacity 2 1A Power consumption Approx 210W Acoustic noise level No load operation 56 dB A or less standby 42 dB A or less According to ISO 7779 Dimensio
25. nd or network system to any third party who is not individually licensed to use this Software You may use the Software by one person with using a single computer in which the Software is installed 4 Reproduction You may make one copy of the Software only for back up purpose The property of the copied Software belongs to Roland You may install the Software into the hard disk of a single computer 5 Cancellation Roland retains the right to terminate this agreement without notice immediately when any of followings occurs 1 When you violate any article of this agreement 2 When you make any serious breach of faith regarding this agreement 6 Limitations on Liability Roland may change the specifications of this Software or its material without notice Roland shall not be liable for any damage that may caused by the use of the Software or by exercise of the right licensed by this agreement 7 Governing Law This agreement is governed by the laws of Japan and the parties shall submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Japanese Court 26015516 R3 050823
26. nected Emergency stop excess current to spindle Please switch off machine power An emergency stop occurred because the spindle experienced excessive load Make the cutting parameters more relaxed then carry out cutting again If this message appears even after you have changed the cutting parameters then contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer or service center Emergency stop voltage drop due to excessive spindle load Please switch off machine power An emergency stop occurred because the voltage drop Relax the cutting parameters allow the machine cool down then carry out cutting again If this message appears even after you have changed the cutting parameters and allowed the machine to cool then contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer or ser vice center Emergency stop spindle driver IC overheated Please switch off machine power An emergency stop occurred because the spindle became too hot Relax the cutting parameters allow the machine cool down then carry out cutting again If this message appears even after you have changed the cutting parameters and allowed the machine to cool then contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer or ser vice center Chapter 5 Appendix Emergency stop spindle motor overheated Please switch off machine power An emergency stop occurred because the spindle motor became too hot Relax the cutting parameters allow the machine cool do
27. ns 669 W x 760 D x 554 H mm 26 3 8 W x 29 15 16 D x 21 13 16 H in W eight 66 Kg 146 Ib Packed dimensions 785 W x 885 D x 735 H mm 31 W x 35 D x 29 H in Packed weight 73 Kg 161 Ib O peration temperature 5 to 40 C 41 to 104 F O peration humidity 35 to 80 96 no condensation Accessories Chapter 5 Appendix Power cord collet sensor hexagonal wrench hexagonal screw drivers span ners Roland Software Package CD ROM MODELA Player4 CD ROM user s manual Roland Software Package installation and setup guide M O DELA Player4 installation and setup guide 5 4 Specifications Expansion Connector Specification 24V i Compatible pl 1000 2W ppc oe pog 0 9 O Terminals um If max 1A A M E n ie E 000 Ic max 150mA Use only a triple contact plug of the size described above FIT This circuit is activated when the spindle motor is in operation About expansion connector specification gt Use within the rated range shown above gt Do not apply voltage greater than 24V to the terminal gt Do not short the terminal to ground About compatible plug Do not use terminal Use only terminals and No responsible is assumed for effects to which any equipment connected to this external output connector is subjected N o responsible is assumed for malfunction when using any e
28. of electrocution in the event of a mechanical problem Perform this task with all power switches left switched off O therwise sudden movement of the machine may cause injury SU p Connecting disconnecting SF the cord aN pd Power outlet Be sure to turn off the machine be SS _ 7 Power cord fore connecting disconnecting the power cord Also be sure to con nectthe cables securely so that they will not accidentally disconnect while the machine is operating Important Notes on the Power Cord AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING Never damage the power cord or pull it with force Doing so may tear the cord s insulation causing an electrical short and resulting in electri cal shock electrocution or fire Never place any object on the power cord bend the power cord using excessive force or allow the power cord to become deformed If it becomes deformed the deformed location may grow hot and cause fire Never use the machine with the power cord bound into a bundle or roll If the cord is in a bundle or roll it may grow hot and cause fire Never use any power cord other than the power cord included with the machine Also never use a power strip or extension cord The power strip or extension cord may grow hot and cause fire Do not use with a damaged power cord or plug or with a loose electrical outlet Doing so may lead to fire electrical shock or electrocution Chapter 2 Preparation 25 2 2 In
29. on or fire o0 00 Never place any object on the power cord bend the power cord using excessive force or allow the power cord to become de formed If it becomes deformed the deformed location may grow hot and cause fire Never use any power cord other than the power cord included with the machine Also never use a power strip or extension cord The power strip or extension cord may grow hot and cause fire e In the event of an abnormal state such as smoke or sparks odor or burning or un usual noise immediately unplug the power cord Failure to do so may result in fire electrical shock or electrocution Immediately disconnect the power cord and contact your Roland DG Corp service center When not in use for extended periods unplugthe power cord plug from the elec trical outlet Failure to do so may result in danger of electri cal shock electrocution or fire due to deterio ration of electrical insulation Never operate the machine or insert or remove its power plug with wet hands Doing so may result in electrical shock or elec trocution When unplugging the electrical power cord from the power outlet grasp the plug not the cord Unplugging by pulling the cord may damage it leading to fire electrical shock or electrocution AN To Ensure Safe Use N Important Notes on Cutting NWARNING NCAUTION Never use an air gun blower to remove Do no
30. out e Pri Using the operation panel screen press the button in the figure Bring the tool lightly into contact with the surface of the workpiece while rotating the spindle W orkpiece o i At the location where the workpiece surface begins to be cut slightly stop rotating the spindle O _ Refetence Point Settings Select Set the Z origin here Click Set fe Setthe Z Origin y here M FN The Z origin point has now been set C Set the Z axis origin using the sensor f 2 Set the XY origin point O Move the spindle to the cutting start location A A Move the spindle to a location slightly above the workpiece 2 y DV Y TAS e 4 Workpiece a Table o Reference Point Settings Select Set the X Y origin here F Setthe XY Origin here C se N Click Set gt The XY origin point has now been set C Set the Z axis origin using the sensor 32 Chapter 3 Operation 3 4 Starting Cutting NCAUTION Perform dry cutting with no cutting oil Such materials can cause fire NCAUTION Never operate if a front cover is cracked or broken Doing so may result in injury If the front cover is cracked contact your authorized Procedure Close the front cover If theVIEW light is on press theVIEW button to make the light go dark Send the cutting data from the computer Chapter 3 Operation 33 3 5 Stopping and Pausing C utting
31. paration 21 2 1 Included Items The following items are included with the machine Make sure they are all present and accounted for Power cord Hexagonal wrench Roland Software Package CD ROM Roland Software Package Installation and Setup Guide 22 Chapter 2 Preparation Collet Sensor Hexagonal screw drivers Spanners MODELA Player4 User s Manual this document CD ROM MODELA Player 4 Installation and Setup Guide 2 2 Installation Installation Environment AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING NCAUTION Never install in a location exposed to water or to gasoline thinner or any other flammable material Current leakage may cause electrical shock electrocution or combustion and fire Never place gasoline alcohol thinner or any other flammable material near the machine Also never use an aerosol spray near the machine Doing so may cause fire Never operate in a location such as one near an open flame or heater or where sparking or static electricity may occur Cuttings or the like may ignite and cause fire Install on a stable surface Failure to do so may result in the unit tipping over leading to injury Unsuitable Installation Sites gt Locations subject to large fluctuations in temperature or humidity gt Locations subjectto shaking or vibration gt Locations where the floor is tilted not level or unstable gt Dusty locations gt Locations exposed to direct sunl
32. qe RIORUM HORE Te Chapter 4 Feature Reference nnuann0nnunnnannuunnunnuunnunnuannuunnunnunnnunnunnnuannannunnnunnunnnunnnannunnnannunnnnnnannanne 35 4 1 Setting the Z Origin Using the Sensor enennmeenmennneennneennneennennnenneennennenennr nn nnnnennnenann 36 Setting the Z origin on the Workpiece sn 36 4 2 Installing the Engraving Cutter ennt tnn tnnt tentent tte ttti testis 38 Installing a Cutter and Setting the Origin Point for Machining semmm 38 Chapter 5 Yvicic q 41 A ro rec dei Poco etta dee nr cac rt Gand vr d een beu RN 42 Daily Carcasa CR en ne afe a ir ete 42 Spindle Inspection rese tcp a Bin ine 42 5 2 Wihat to DO aa ette ed ed drca recla anao arreter a aaa 43 The m chinedoesn t run cree nes 43 The cutting results are not attractive ss 43 What to Do If a Flashing Error Is Displayed 2 e220snnsnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennennnennnnnnn nennen nennen nennen 43 What to Do If an Error Message Appears ssssssseeeeeneneemee eene nnne nnne nnne naar nenn 43 Contents 5 3 Locations ofthe Power Rating and Serial Number Labels 5 4 Specifications ere Main Unit Specification Expansion Connector Specification Company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders CopyrightO 2004 Roland DG Corporation http www rolanddg com To Ensure Safe Use Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or
33. quipment connected to this external output connec tor is subjected Chapter 5 Appendix 47 48 Please read this agreement carefully before opening the sealed package or the sealed disk package Opening the sealed package or sealed disk package implies your acceptance of the terms and conditions of this agreement Roland License Agreement Roland DG Corporation Roland grants you a non assignable and non exclusive right to use the COMPUTER PROGRAMS in this package Software under this agreement with the following terms and conditions 1 Coming into Force This agreement comes into force when you purchase and open the sealed package or sealed disk package The effective date of this agreement is the date when you open the sealed package or sealed disk package 2 Property Copyright and property of this Software logo name manual and all literature for this Software belong to Roland and its licenser The followings are prohibited 1 Unauthorized copying the Software or any of its support file program module or literature 2 Reverse engineering disassembling decompiling or any other attempt to discover the source code of the Software 3 Bounds of License Roland does not grant you to sub license rent assign or transfer the right granted under this agreement nor the Software itself including the accompanying items to any third party You may not provide use of the Software through time sharing service a
34. s Displayed Is a message displayed on the screen US P 43 W hat to Do If an Error Message Appears Is the cable connected Connect the cable securely The cutting results are not attractive Is the workpiece securely mounted in place Mountthe workpiece in place securely using the appropri ate mounting method for the kind of cutting you re per forming Is the tool securely installed Retighten the collet to hold in place securely Isthe tip of the tool worn If the tip of the tool shows wear then replace with a new tool W hat to Do If a Flashing Error Is Displayed If the lights are flashing as shown below then an er ror has occurred on the machine To correct the er ror follow the steps described below The MODELING and SCANNING lights An error occurred during initialization of the ma chine or during origin detection by the sensor Switch the power off then back on If the error is not cleared when you switch the power on again the machine may be malfunctioning Contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer or service center The MODELING andVIEW lights The front cover was opened while cutting was in progress O peration cannot be continued Close the front cover and press the sub power button The MODELING light The spindle motor error occurred O peration cannot be continued Press the sub power but ton to clear the error Make the program s cutting param eters more relaxed to lessen the load
35. se it to cut metal 14 Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1AboutThis Machine W hat You Can Do withT his Machine This is a high speed high efficiency modeling machine You can cutthree dimensional text and shapes by outputting data from the program included with the machine or from the CAD program you re using Operation Screen To make the settings for cutter movement and the cutting start location you use the Windows based driver To operate the machine display the operation panel screen Fi Roland MDX 40 Panel x 0 00 mm as LPS 4 4 Y 00m 4 x 27 000 v6 al i 04 rpm E p To XY Origin Move Stop Reference Point Settings Setthe X Origin v here Set the Z axis origin using the sensor 16 Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1 Machine Feature Part Names and Functions Front View Emergency stop switch If you press this in an emergency the machine operation stops and the power turns off Spindle Operation buttons You use this to switch the sub power on and offand to move the Table tool up and down Front cover If you open the front cover cut ting automatically stops for your safety Spindle Chapter 1 Introduction 17 18 1 1 Machine Feature Side view Expansion connector 9 M Ci A Power connector Connect the supplied power cord to this conn
36. source d alimentation risque de provoquer un incendie ou de causer une lectrocution Mettre l appareil la terre avec le fil de mise la terre N e pas respecter cette consigne peut cr er un risque d lectrocution en cas de panne m canique Ne jamais placer d objets sur le cordon d alimentation plier le c ble d alimentation en utilisant une force ex cessive ni laisser le c ble d alimentation se d former Si le c ble se d forme la section affect e peut surchauffer et causer un incendie Ne jamais utiliser l appareil si le c ble d alimentation est attach ou enroul S il est attach ou enroul il peut surchauffer et causer un incendie O Ne jamais permettre que l appareil soit mouille ne jamais y appliquer d essence de diluant ni aucun mat riau inflammable Une fuite de courant peut causer un choc lectrique l lectrocution ou la combustion et un incendie Ne pas utiliser si le fil ou la fiche lectriques sont endommag s ne pas brancher dans une prise mal fix e N gliger de suivre cette consigne risque de provoquer un incendie ou decauser une d charge lectrique ou une lectrocution Ne jamais laisser des pingles a cheveux des pi ces de monnaie des allumettes ni aucun autre objet p n trer dans l appareil par les orifices de ventilation Cela cr e un risque de d charge lectrique ou d lectrocution En outre les objets peuvent prendre feu Ne jamais
37. stallation Installing the W indows based Driver and Connecting to the Computer gt Installing the driver following Roland Software Package Installation and Setup Guide gt Be sure to make the connection between the machine to the computer during the course of installing the driver If the cable connection is made before you start installation of the driver driver installation may fail and the machine may become unusable gt Use a shielded USB cable having a length of 3 meters or less gt Do not use a USB hub or the like Computer g I Machine USB cable U Do not connect the USB ED o cable at this point oe 26 Chapter 2 Preparation Chapter 3 O peration 27 3 1 Switching the Power On and Off Starting the System I Start the machine 0 Close the front cover Front cover e Switch on the main power switch gt The POWER light comes on Roe Press the Sub power button The machine starts up and initialization is performed After initialization ends the MODELING light and the VIEW light comes on and the machine is paused O o Press theVIEW button The view state is canceled and the machine finishes preparations for receiving cutting data O 28 Chapter 3 Operation 3 1 Switching the Power On and Off 2 Startthe operation panel screen O pen the operation panel screen From the operation panel screen you can mak
38. t touch the tip of the cutting tool cuttings with your fingers Using an air gun blower may blow cuttings in Doing so may result in injury side the machine creating a fire hazard Perform dry cutting with no cutting oil Such materials can cause fire rinse away all cuttings o W hen you re finished wash your hands to ately after a cutting operation has ended S Do not touch the spindle motor immedi Doing so may result in burns NTo Ensure Safe Use A Warning Labels Warning labels are affixed to make areas of danger immediately clear The meanings of these labels are as follows Be sure to heed their warnings Also never remove the labels or allow them to become obscured A CAUTION VORSICHT Please use a vacuum cleaner to remove cutting dust Bitte entfemen Sie Staub mit einem Staubsauger Do not use any blower like airbrush Otherwise dust Niemals ein Gebl se verwenden Der dadurch freigesetzte spread in the air may harm your health or damage this Staub ist gesundheitssch dlich und kann die Funktion a st shine Ihers Ger ts beeintr chtigen C hi rd e aution Pinching Haza PRECAUCI N ACAUTELA Por favor utilice un aspirador para limpiar la viruta y el Usare un aspiratore per rimuovere polvere o trucioli da Contact during operation may lavorazione i No utilice aire a presion para la limpieza podria averiarla Non usare compressori altrimenti la polvere diffusa cause d
39. vre cette consigne peut cr er un risque de d charge lectrique ou d lectrocution ou provoquer un incendie cause de la d t rioration de l isolant lectrique NATTENTION NPour utiliser en toute s curit Ne jamais utiliser l appareil ins rer la prise dans le r ceptacle ou l en enlever si on a les mains mouill es Il y a risque de d charge lectrique ou d lectro cution Pour d brancher l appareil saisir la fiche et non le fil lectrique Tirer sur le fil peut l endommager ce qui risque de provoquer un incendie ou de causer une d charge lectrique ou une lectrocution Remarques importantes sur la coupe NATTENTION NPRUDENCE Utiliser un aspirateur pour nettoyer Un canon air souffleuse peut projeter des copeaux l int rieur de l appareil et cr er un risque d incendie 9 Ne pas toucher l extr mit de la lame avec vos doigts Vous risqueriez de vous blesser en y touchant Faire des coupes sec sans huile de coupe L huile de coupe peut provoquer un incendie Quand vous avez termin d utiliser l appareil laver vos mains pour bien enlever tous les copeaux Ne touchez pas le moteur de l axe imm diatement apr s avoir termin une coupe Vous risqueriez alors de vous br ler OO OO 17 N Pour utiliser en toute s curit Des vignettes d avertissement sont appos es pour qu il soit facile de rep rer les zones dangereuses La signi
40. wn then carry out cutting again If this message appears even after you have changed the cutting parameters and allowed the machine to cool then contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer or ser vice center X axis Y axis Z axis limit switch error Please switch off machine power An error occurred during initialization of the ma chine This message may appear if head movement is obstructed during initialization at startup Switch the power off then back on Settings cannot be saved or read Please switch off machine power An error occurred either when setting the origin location or during startup after makingthe settings The origin location could not be changed or set Switch the power off and back on then redo the setting for the origin location Emergency stop cover opened during operation Please switch off machine power The front cover was opened during cutting Operation cannot be continued To ensure safety opening the front cover causes an emergency stop to occur Switch the power off and back on then redo the cutting Sensor error Please switch off machine power Origin detection using the sensor cannot be per formed Origin detection cannot be performed Switch off the power and detach the connector for the sensor Then switch the power back on and connect the connector for the sensor 5 3 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels Serial Number This is require whe
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