User Manual 1 Setup and Maintenance MDX-500/650
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1. L Secure the cable in place Bt with the screw d Parallel interface cable Printer cable Crossover serial cable RS 232C Cables are available separately One which you are sure matches the model of computer MDX 650A 650 only being used should be selected Attach the included ferrite core at the location on the connection cable shown in the figure 20 to 30 mm 13 16 to 1 3 16 in from the connector on the machine 23 Part 1 Setting Up 1 4 Description of the Spindle Area About the Spindle Cover NOTICE When a cutting operation is in progress do not open the spindle cover Opening the spindle cover during operation causes an emergency stop Data during operation becomes invalid and cutting cannot be continued The machine has a cover on the spindle area Open the spindle cover to perform such tasks as installing or changing tools Because of the danger posed by accidental operation while the hands are in contact with the rotating portion the unit does not operate while the spindle cover is open Not only does the spindle motor not rotate but the head and the T slot table also cannot be moved Spindle cover 24 Part 1 Setting Up High torque Spindle and High speed Spindle The machine can use either of two types of spindle units a high torque spindle or a high speed spindle spindle units are sold separately The setting for the type of spindle installed high torque or high2. MDX 650A 650 ees MDX 300 ME COMME CHO EE 1 4 Description of the Spindle Area About the Spindle High torque Spindle and High speed Spindle Installable Optional Items for Different Spindles High torque Spindle Optional Set Installing the High torque Spindle 75 650 75 500 Installing the Attaching the Brush Adapter for Chip Cleaning for the High torque Spindle ZAD 500T High speed Spindle Optional Set Installing the High speed Spindle 75 5005 Installing the Attaching the Brush Adapter for Chip Cleaning for the High speed Spindle ZAD 5005 40 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 Selection of the Command Set 4 Selecting the Command Set 4 Choosing the Spindle Type 22 ditata tiere 42 The CUNE na 43 IMIDX 650A 690 E 43 RS 45 Loading a Workpiece for Cutting 47 Part 2 Maintenance 2 2 2 2 3 CIE ODIB eet 49 Cleaning the Main Unit 49 Cleaning After Operation 49 Cleaning the Sponge in the Fan motor Area MDX 500 Only 51 Checking GCS DIR 52 Checking the Spindle Motor 24 Display of Spindle Rotation Time
3. M4 N4 HO EL 40 13 5 65 Part 3 Appendix MDX 500 Dimensional Drawing CENTER OF OPTION SPINDLE UNIT Ce 2209 n RES gt H A E z o leg IS 9e m Kell 7 T TI 2 LU on CH X STROKE250 X STROKE250 7 TABLE SIZE 550 x ei 66 Unit mm DEIAIL Y SLIDER 96 FOR T SLOT TABLE B ELLIPSE HOLE 6x8 C M6 SCREW FOR T SLO 110 110 OPTION SPINDLE UNIT 79 500 a 1 STROKE 105 1136 ua o a 5 l l eo Lad CT L LL o ee Leg en 195 4 712 6 Part 3 Appendix DETAIL T SLOT TABLE M6 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREWS HOLE 5x7 DETAIL T SLOT 550 CENTER OF OPTION SPINDLE UNIT DETAIL HEAD UNIT Z8 500SH IT N4 N4 HO EL 40 13 5 67 68 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 seal
4. SOOT is 32 mm 1 5 16 in Attaching the optionally available brush adapter for chip cleaning ZAD 500S to the high speed spindle ZS 500SH makes it possible to take up cutting dust with your vacuum cleaner as you perform cutting This is mainly of use when performing cutting using an engraving tool Items Included with the ZAD 500S Vacuum hose 40 1 Take off the cap and insert 2 Secure the vacuum hose in place 1 Take off the cap and insert the hook the hook da d 2 Secure vacuum hose in place lt gt Part 1 Setting Up 1 5 Selection of the Command Set The first thing to do is to select the command set to use To perform output from the Windows program through the driver choose RML 1 The driver is installed from the included Roland Software Package For more information on how to install it take a look at User s Manual 2 Cutting Using the Included Software Selecting the Command Set Immediately after switching on the power use the display to choose either RML 1 or NC code Follow the steps below to choose the command set Once the command set has been selected it can only be changed by switching the power off and on again When you turn on the power the display shows the command last selected in blinking text If you don t want to change this command press the ENTER key 1 2 Turn the dial to move the arrow to the command set to use then press the ENT
5. Display of Spindle Rotation Time The machine has a function for the displaying the total rotation time of the spindle 52 Press the EXIT key several times to display the main nem Turn the dial to move the arrow to OTHERS then press E gt 10 OTHERS the ENTER key O 11 To Coordinate Turn dial to move arrow to REVOLUTION gt NS Ines TIME then press the ENTER key gt 22 Check the total rotation time of the spindle 10 5 REVOLUTION TIME 125 Hour Part 2 Maintenance Adjusting the Tension of the Spindle Belt This adjustment is required only for the belt for the high torque spindle ZS 650T ZS 500T We recommend checking it after approxi mately every 1 000 hours of working time First check the tension of the spindle belt If this shows that the tension is outside the reference value then adjust the tension Two special tools a tension gauge ST 001 and a tension adjuster ST 040 are required to check the tension These tools are sold separately as service parts Contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer or service center 1 Remove the screws shown in the figure and detach the MDX 650A 650 spindle motor cover This requires a commercially available flathead screw n DIOE d driver MDX 500 Spindle motor cover Loosen each of the four screws securing the spindle 2 motor one half turn This requires a commercially available hexagonal wrench size 4 mm Use a to
6. DON T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT Don t use 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 Consult the 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 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 Table of Contents To Ensure Safe Use About the Labels Affixed to the Unit Pour utiliser en toute s curit propos des tiquettes coll es sur How The Manuals Are Organized Part 1 Setting Up 1 1 Checking the 152 Names of Parts te EE DOS MDX 650A 650 Operation Panel MDX 500 Operation Panel 1 3 Setting Up and Connection Setting Sena DD
7. 52 Adjusting the Tension of the Spindle Belt 53 Lubricating the Ball Screw 29 Part 3 Appendix 3 3 2 3 3 The ZA 600 500 Series Spacer for the T slot Table Optional 37 Checking the Accessories 37 FASO an Optional Items eet 59 SPCC TMC Atl ONG geet 60 Windows and MS DOS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation Other company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Copyright 2001 Roland DG Corporation http www rolanddg com 1 To Ensure Safe Use About WARNING and ACAUTION Notices A WARNING Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings as well to domestic animals or NCAUTION About the Symbols The N 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 da
8. DO STROBE 62 Part 3 Appendix About the Expansion connector EXT 2 24V 100 3W 1 pin Compatible plug Extension port If max 1A A Ic 150 SPINDLE ON Use only a triple contact plug of the size described above This circuit is activated when the spindle motor is in operation NOTICE Do not use terminal 3 Use only terminals 1 and 2 NOTICE Use within the rated range shown above Do not apply voltage greater than 25 V to the terminal Do not short the terminal to ground No responsible is assumed for effects to which any equipment connected to this external output connector is subjected EXT 1 EXT 3 and EXT 4 m The EXT 1 EXT 3 and EXT 4 expansion connectors are provided for expansion use by Roland DG Corp Their specifications are proprietary Roland DG Corp assumes no responsibility for any effect on equipment due to the use of this port by the user 63 Part 3 Appendix MDX 650A 650 Dimensional Drawing Unit mm CENTER OF OPTION SPINDLE UNIT D e DETAIL Y SLIDER ez N kees T T TABLE TABLE SIZE 480 TABLE SIZE 700 OPTION SPINDLE UNIT 238 650T 331 74 1 STROKE 155 868 5 CT L1 T EE EES D Meme 211 1035 4 64 Part 3 Appendix DETAIL T SLOT TABLE M6 HEXAGON SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREWS HOLE 5x7 DETAIL T SLOT 700 CENTER OF OPTION SPINDLE UNIT DETAIL HEAD UNIT ZS 650T
9. Note that the measurement unit for positioning coordinates is 0 01 mm step 0 00039 in Mechanical resolution 0 001 mm step Spindle motor DC brushless motor Max 400W when with high torque spindle Revolution speed High torque spindle 3000 to 12000 rpm High speed spindle 5000 to 20000 rpm Variable manually or by the command set Tool chuck Collet or Cutter holder system Positioning accuracy 0 1 mm 0 00394 in 300 mm 11 13 16 in Under no load conditions Repeat accuracy 0 05 mm 0 00197 in Under no load conditions Origin point reproducibility when the power is switched on off 0 08 mm 0 00315 in Possible table load weight 0 3G 12 kg 26 5 Ib or less 0 05G 15 kg 33 1 Ib or less Interface Parallel in compliance with the specification of Centronics Serial under RS 232C standard Buffer size 2 Mbyte Replot buffer RML 1 2 Mbyte NC codes Max 2 Mbyte end user setting Instruction system RML 1 model mode2 or NC codes supported by the MDX 500 Selectable through display operation Control keys COPY XY 7 Z Tool up Z Tool down PAUSE SPINDLE V lt 4 gt FAST FEED JOG EXIT ENTER Dial EMERGENCY STOP switch Power consumption 65A 17V 3 5 220 to 230 V 3 5 A 230 to 240 V Dimensions 742 mm W x 843 mm D x 713 mm H 29 1 4 W x 33 1 4 D x 28 1 8 H in Weight 92 kg 202 8 Ib
10. Packed dimensions 900 mm W x 970 mm D x 930 mm H 35 7 16CW x 38 1 4 D x 36 5 8 H in Packed weight 117 Kg 257 9 Ib Operation temperature 5 to 40 C 41 to 104 F Operation humidity 35 to 8096 no condensation Accessories T slot clamps Bolts 5 x 25 mm Spanner 10 mm 3 8 in ZOposition sensor Belt for high torque spindle Key connector Hexagonal wrench User s manuals CD ROM Power cord 61 Part 3 Appendix Interface specifications Parallel Standard In compliance with the specification of Centronics Input signal STROBE 1 BIT DATE 8 BITE Output signal BUSY 1 BITE ACK 1 BIT Level of input output signals TTL level Transmission method Asynchronous Serial Standard RS 232C specification Transmission method Asynchronous duplex data transmission Transmission speed 4800 9600 19200 38400 Selected using panel keys Parity check Odd Even None Selected using panel keys Data bits 7 or 8 bits Selected using panel keys Stop bits 1 or 2 bits Selected using panel keys Parallel connector in compliance with Serial connector RS 232C specifications of Centronics Signal Pin Connection Signal Pin Connection number number number number number number NC HIGH NC NC GND HIGH 13 1 90000000000qQq 25 14 NC D7 D6 5 V GND D5 D4 5 V 4 8 D2 DI
11. To start rotation hold down the key for one second or longer When the spindle cover is open the spindle does not rotate When pressed during cutting operation is paused This performs cutting again with the data in the data buffer This switch cuts the power supply and forces the machine to stop regardless of whether operation is in progress Press the EMERGENCY STOP switch immediately if dangerous or abnormal operation occurs Part 1 Setting Up 1 3 Setting Up and Connection Setting Setting Up CAUTION Install on a stable surface Failure to do so may result in falling f of the unit leading Do not place anything within the moving area of the T slot table The object may bump into the T slot table and fall resulting in injury E 3 e KC E Moving area of the T slot table 919 Unpacking installation and moving are operations that must be carried out by five or more persons for the MDX 650A 650 and by four or more persons for the MDX 500 Failure to do so may result in falling of the unit leading to injury The MDX 650A 650 weighs 120 kg 264 5 Ib and the MDX 500 weighs 92 kg 202 8 Ib When moving grasp the aluminum base portion at the bottom portion of the unit and carry out the operation with five or more persons for the MDX 650A 650 or with four or more perso
12. connect the power cord with other electrical loads on a single electrical outlet Doing so may generate heat and cause fire When moving grasp the aluminum base portion at the bottom portion of the unit and carry out the operation with five or more persons for the MDX 650A 650 or with four or more persons for the MDX 500 If grasped by the rear cover the unit may fall resulting in injury Fasten the spindle tool and material securely in place Otherwise they may come loose during cutting resulting in injury CAUTION Do not insert the fingers between the XY table and base or between the head and Z cover Doing so may result in injury Ji DI Se Sei ARI lt gt Ss Do not place anything within the moving area of the T slot table The object may bump into the T slot table and fall resulting in injury Moving area of the T slot table Do not wear gloves a necktie or wide sleeved clothing They may become caught in the tool o resulting in injury Do not operate beyond capacity or subject the tool to undue force The tool may break or fly off in a random direction If cutting beyond capacity is mistakenly started immediately turn off the EMERGENCY STOP switch Do not insert the fingers between the T slot table and arms or between the head and Z cover The fingers may be pinched resulting in Injury Wear dust
13. de poids dessus Une n gligence ce niveau pourrait endommager le fil lectrique ce qui risquerait de NSI provoquer une lectrocution ou un incendie Ne pas essayer de d brancher le fil avec des mains mouill es Une n gligence ce niveau pourrait provoquer des d charges lectriques Installer l appareil sur une surface stable Une n gligence ce niveau pourrait provoquer la chute de l appareil et entra ner des blessures Il faut cinq personnes ou plus pour d baller installer et d placer le MDX 650A 650 et quatre personnes ou plus pour le MDX 500 Sinon l appareil pourrait tomber et entra ner des blessures Le poids du MDX 650A 650 est de 120 kg et celui du MDX 500 est de 92 kg D brancher le fil lorsque l appareil reste inutilis pendant une longue p riode Une n gligence ce niveau pourrait provoquer des d charges lectriques une lectrocution ou un incendie d une d t rioration de l isolation lectrique Saisir la fiche et non le fil lectrique lorsque vous d branchez D brancher en tirant sur le fil pourrait l endommager et risquer de provoquer un incendie ou une lectrocution Ne pas brancher d autres appareils sur la m me prise Cela pourrait engendrer une surchauffe et provoquer un incendie Pour d placer l appareil saisir la base en aluminium sous l appareil Il faut cinq personnes ou plus pour d pl
14. dirty use a dry cloth to wipe it Cleaning After Operation After cutting work is completed use a vacuum cleaner to clean the main unit and the surrounding area of cutting dust Be especially careful to remove the cutting waste from around the pleated part of the bellows cover and the connectors and terminals on the side of the machine If necessary move the T slot table to the front and rear and clean the entire cover In this case switch on the power only when moving the T slot table then switch it off and continue cleaning When you re finished wash your hands to i rinse away all cuttings Use a commercially available brush to remove metal cuttings Attempting to use a vacuum cleaner to take up metal cuttings may cause fire in the vacuum cleaner fe 49 Part 2 Maintenance Cleaning with the Base Cover Open If you re using the safety cover ZBX 650 500A you must detach the front part of the safety cover in advance For information on how to detach the cover refer to the ZBX 650 500A Safety Cover User s Manual 1 Switch on the power move the table as far as it will go to the rear then switch off the power and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet 2 Remove the screws at the four places at the front and rear of the base cover 3 While lifting up the front part of the base cover pull it back toward you to remove it 4 Use a vacuum cleaner to clean away any adher
15. goggles and mask during use Cutting dust may scatter causing bodily injury Use a commercially available brush to remove metal cuttings Attempting to use a TZ vacuum cleaner to take up metal cuttings may cause fire in the vacuum cleaner Do not allow liquids metal objects or flammables inside the machine Such materials can cause fire YS X Perform dry cutting with no cutting oil Such materials can cause fire 4 NCAUTION Do not touch the tool immediately Switch off the machine and unplug after cutting operating stops the power cord from the electrical The tool may have become hot due to outlet before performing cleaning or friction heat and may cause burns if maintenance touched Failure to do so may result in injury or electrical shock Please use a vacuum cleaner to remove cutting dust Do not use any blower like airbrush Otherwise dust spread in the air may harm your health When you re finished wash your hands to rinse away all cuttings Il e About the Labels Affixed to the Unit These labels are affixed to the body of this product The following figure describes the location and content of these messages Model name Rating label Use a rated power supply as r 5 Handle tool with care Do not insert fingers between the head and Z cover during operation Do not insert fingers between the T s
16. key SPINDLE key PAUSE key COPY key EMERGENCY STOP switch Liquid crystal display EZE ORIGIN SET XY A key TOOL DOWN key TOOL UP key JOG key ENTER key Z key FAST FEED key EXIT key Dial EMERGENCY STOP switch SPINDLE key Arrow keys LAI V lt 4 This is used to change the selection on the display menu or during coordinate view to perform jogging of the XY table or tool Z axis or to change the speed of the spindle motor When the display is at coordinate view this changes selects the item you want to set Jogging of the XY table or tool Z axis or spindle motor speed When the instruction set is set to NC code this also selects the displayed coordinate system This also switches the Y and A axes when the rotary axis unit optionally available is installed This is pressed to confirm a selection on the display menu a value that has been set or other selections Use the dial to choose a menu item then press ENTER to go down to the next level When you want to change a present setting value or selection make the selection with the dial then press ENTER The confirmed setting value or selection is shown between angle brackets Press this to return to the main menu or to switch between coordinate view and menu view The A keys move the XY table forward and backward and 44 B keys move the head to the left and right This key makes the cutting t
17. lavorazione Non usare compressori altrimenti la polvere diffusa nell aria potrebbere essere nociva alla salute o danneggiare la macchina Ais UU ER ARE 7 USBC CES LT HVISEA LEWES 7 0 MiORALRVUET 11 MEMO How The Manuals Are Organized The manuals are organized as follows Refer to the appropriate one according to the purpose at hand USER S MANUAL 1 Setup amp Maintenance This describes installation connection preparations for starting cutting and the care and maintenance of the machine When cutting When cutting using RML 1 using NC codes USER S MANUAL 2 USER S MANUAL 3 Cutting Using the Included Software Cutting Using NC Codes This describes operation methods when using the This describes operation methods when using NC codes included software to perform cutting to perform cutting NC code PROGRAMMER S MANUAL This describes the NC codes It explains the basics of programming as well as each code 13 Q Part 1 Setting Up m HQ M 0 1 1 Checking the Accessories The following items are packed together with the unit T slot clamps 4 Bolts 5 x 25 mm 4 Wrench 10 mm 3 8 in For installing the work For installing the T slot clamp For securing the T slot clamps in place These bolts are for the substitutions when the original bolts on the T slot clamp are too long Z0 p
18. power supply may lead electrical shock in the even of a mechanical problem to fire or electrocution Use only with the power cord o included with this product Use with other than the included power cord may lead to fire or electrocution NCAUTION Do not connect the power cord with S other electrical loads on a single electrical outlet Doing so may generate heat and cause fire Be sure that the power to both the computer and the main unit is switched off when connecting the cable NOTICE Securely connect the power cord computer I O cable and so on so that they will not be unplugged and cause failure during operation Doing so may lead to faulty operation or breakdown Right side Er CD M Ni UU IW i ur is Power connector E P t 3 3 Power outlet E Power cord 22 Part 1 Setting Up Be sure the machine s power is turned off before you insert or remove the key connector siii SS Left side Insert the included key connector here When the key connector is not inserted the machine does not accept ER sent data and its spindle does not turn Parallel connector Serial connector 20 position sensor jack ZO position sensor AL For IBM PC or PC compatibles Serial connector Parallel connector Serial connector Parallel connector Secure the 4 cable in place with the clips
19. support it with your hand 32 Part 1 Setting Up 2 3 Insert the screw at the location shown in the figure then tighten using the included hexagonal screwdriver Engage the belt in the groove on the motor pulley then pull by hand to hand it on the spindle pulley D Spindle pul re 5 9 A belt s d 33 Part 1 Setting Up Installing the Tool 34 NOTICE CAUTION Do not touch the tip of the blade with your fingers Doing so may result in injury Do not touch the tool immediately after cutting operating stops The tool may have become hot due to friction heat and may cause burns if touched Fasten the spindle tool and material securely in place Otherwise they may come loose during cutting resulting in injury Use the correct tool for the material to be cut and the cutting method When installing an end mill attach only the collet without the tool and do not tighten using the wrench Doing so may make it impossible to install a tool the next time used When installing an end mill detach the blade holder If you try to perform machining with the blade holder installed the vibration may make it come loose and fall off Be sure to use the wrench included with the unit Using a wrench other than included one may result in overtightening making it impossible to remove the collet or damaging the spindle Use caution to prevent the cutting tool from fa
20. 0 mm 27 1 2 x 18 7 8 in Max cuttng area 650 mm X x 450 mm Y x 155 mm Z 25 9 16 X x 17 11 16 Y x 6 1 16 Z in XYZ motor AC servo motor Feed rate X Y Z axis Max 85 mm sec 3 3 8 in sec Acceleration 0 3G 0 1G 0 05G Software resolution When RML 1 has been selected When NC codes has been selected 0 01 mm step 0 00039 in 0 001 mm step 0 000039 in Note that the measurement unit for positioning coordinates is 0 01 mm step 0 00039 in Mechanical resolution 0 001 mm step Spindle motor DC brushless motor Max 400W when with high torque spindle Revolution speed High torque spindle 3000 to 12000 rpm High speed spindle 5000 to 20000 rpm Variable manually or by the command set Tool chuck Collet or Cutter holder system Positioning accuracy 0 1 mm 0 00394 in 300 mm 11 13 16 in Under no load conditions Repeat accuracy 0 05 mm 0 00197 in Under no load conditions Origin point reproducibility when the power is switched on off 0 08 mm 0 00315 in Possible table load weight 0 3G 12 kg 26 5 Ib or less 0 05G 20 kg 44 1 Ib or less Interface Parallel in compliance with the specification of Centronics Serial under RS 232C standard Buffer size 2 Mbyte Replot buffer RML 1 2 Mbyte NC codes Max 2 Mbyte end user setting Instruction system RML 1 model mode2 or NC codes supported by the
21. ER key A Hit ENTER gt RML 1 7 Select MODE NC CODE RML 1 or NC CODE Display screen MDX 500 E Roland DG Corp The method of operation during cutting differs according to the selected command set If you selected RML 1 see User s Manual 2 Cutting Using the Included Software If you selected NC code see User s Manual 3 Cutting Using NC Codes 41 Part 1 Setting Up 1 6 Choosing the Spindle Type This sets the type of the installed spindle If a high torque spindle is installed choose HIGH TORQUE If a high speed spindle is installed choose HIGH SPEED An incorrect selection may result in insufficient power to the motor and make normal cutting impossible or conversely may apply power beyond the rated capacity to the motor and cause an error to be displayed during cutting 1 If the display shows coordinates press the ENTER key to display the main menu 15 f E 000 ei EE SPEED SETTING EE SPINDLE RPM 2 Turn the dial to move the arrow to OTHERS then press gt v gt 10 OTHERS the ENTER key 11 To Coordinate 3 Turn the dial to move the arrow to SPINDLE UNIT gt v 10 2 SPINDLE UNIT 4 Turn the dial to move the arrow to HIGH TORQUE or gt NN 10 2 SPINDLE UNIT HIGH SPEED then press the ENTER key O HIGH TORQUE The selected mode is enclosed in angle brackets or HIGH SPEED To go back to the main menu press the EXIT k
22. INDLE key Arrow keys LAI V lt This is used to change the selection on the display menu or during coordinate view to perform jogging of the XY table or tool Z axis or to change the speed of the spindle motor When the display is at coordinate view this changes selects the item you want to set jogging of the XY table or tool Z axis or spindle motor speed This is pressed to confirm a selection on the display menu a value that has been set or other selections Use the dial to choose a menu item then press ENTER to go down to the next level When you want to change a present setting value or selection make the selection with the dial then press ENTER The confirmed setting value or selection is shown between angle brackets Press this to return to the main menu or to switch between coordinate view and menu view The A Y keys move the XY table forward and backward and 44 B keys move the head to the left and right This key makes the cutting tool blade move in a positive direction on Z axis e upward This key makes the cutting tool move in a negative direction on the Z axis 1 e downward When pressed at the same time as an arrow key the TOOL UP key or the TOOL DOWN key this makes the movement faster This sets the Z axis origin point for workpiece coordinates This set the X and Y axis origin point for workpiece coordinates This starts and stops rotation of the spindle
23. If using a spacer for the T slot table ZA 600 500 series the height of the spacer f using a depth regulator nose the stroke of the spindle due to the nut approx 5 mm If using the depth regulator nose If not using the depth regulator nose nut loosened nut tightened D gg ao o S E o 2 ca No oE Too 22 S bottom oc o surface gt lt LD T X EN NENNEN LO P YEN _ i 2 T slot table upper E surface when E using a spacer Sc 2 613 259 T slot table upper surface Part 1 Setting Up MDX 500 The maximum cutting area is 500 mm x 330 mm x 105 mm 19 5 8 in x 12 15 16 in x 4 1 8 in If you selected RML 1 as the command set then when converted to coordinate values step size 1 100 mm x y z 50 000 33 000 10 500 The actual cutting area differs according to the type of spindle installed When Use the High torque Spindle ZS 500T When a high torque spindle 75 500 is installed the range that you can actually cut in the height direction is subject to the following restrictions and is smaller than the maximum cutting range described earlier Length of the installed tool Position of the XY table where the workpiece to cut is loaded f using a spacer for the T slot table ZA 600 500 series the height of the spacer 105 mm 4 1 8 in Z axis movable range X rail bottom
24. MDX 650A 650 Selectable through display operation Control keys COPY 7 Z Tool up Z Tool down PAUSE SPINDLE V ak FAST FEED JOG EXIT ENTER Dial EMERGENCY STOP switch Power consumption 6 5 A 117 V 3 5 A 220 to 230 V 3 5 A 230 to 240 V Dimensions 930 mm W x 1085 mm D x 870 mm H 36 5 8 W x 42 3 4 D x 34 5 16 H in Weight 120 kg 264 5 Ib Packed dimensions 1060 mm W x 1260 mm D x 1090 mm H 41 3 A W x 49 5 8 D x 42 15 16 H in Packed weight 160 Kg 352 7 1b Operation temperature 5 to 40 C 41 to 104 F Operation humidity 35 to 8096 no condensation Accessories T slot clamps Bolts 5 x 25 mm Spanner 10 mm 3 8 in ZOposition sensor Power cord Belt for high torque spindle Key connector CD ROM Hexagonal wrench Ferrite core User s manuals MDX 650A Model compatible with the rotary axis unit and ATC unit MDX 650 Model compatible with the rotary axis unit 60 Part 3 Appendix MDX 500 Main Unit MDX 500 T slot XY table size 550 mm x 360 mm 21 5 8 x 14 1 8 in Max cuttng area 500 mm X x 330 mm Y x 105 mm Z 19 5 8 X x 12 15 16 Y x 4 1 8 Z in XYZ motor AC servo motor Feed rate X Y Z axis Max 85 mm sec 3 3 8 in sec Acceleration 0 3G 0 1G 0 05G Software resolution When RML 1 has been selected When NC codes has been selected 0 01 mm step 0 00039 in 0 001 mm step 0 000039 in
25. Roland MODELA Pro MDX 650A MDX 650 MDX 500 USER S MANUAL 1 Setup amp Maintenance Read First Thank you very much for purchasing the product 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 subject to change without notice 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 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 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 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 gener
26. Setting Up High torque Spindle Optional Set Make sure the following items are included with the high torque spindle ZS 650T ZS 500T Collet Wrenches 24 mm 15 16 in 13 mm 1 2 in Sy S S SD SD lt EZ SD e S AA Screws 4 Spindle unit Hexagonal screw driver Installing the High torque Spindle ZS 650T ZS 500T NCAUTION Fasten the spindle tool and o material securely in place Otherwise they may come loose during cutting resulting in injury 1 Align the pin on the back of the spindle unit with the pin Slider hole on the slider and support it with your hand e Pin hole cou Pin 2580 O P 26 Part 1 Setting Up 2 Insert the screw at the location shown in the figure then tighten using the included hexagonal screwdriver 3 Pass the belt through under the motor pulley and engage on the spindle pulley d e Motor pulley e 4 While pressing down on the belt engaged on the spindle pulley turn the motor pulley in the direction of the arrow to attach the belt 5 Turn the motor pulley several times so as to position the belt on the motor pulley and spindle pulley as shown in the figure 27 Part 1 Setting Up Installing the Tool 28 NOTICE CAUTION Do not touch the tip of the blade with your fingers Doing so may result in injury Do not touch the tool immediately after cutting operating stops The t
27. acer le MDX 650A 650 et quatre personnes ou plus pour d placer le MDX 500 Si l appareil est saisi par la plaque du dessus il peut tomber et entrainer des blessures Ne pas toucher l extr mit de la lame avec vos doigts Vous risqueriez de vous blesser en y touchant PRUDENCE Fixer fermement le mandrin l outil et o le mat riel leur place Sinon ces l ments risquent d avoir du jeu lors des coupes ce qui entrainerait des Ne pas ins rer vos doigts entre la table XY et la base ou entre la t te et la plaque Z Cela pourrait entrainer des blessures blessures Ne pas ins rer vos doigts entre la table fente en T et les bras ou entre la t te et la plaque Z Vous pourriez vous pincer les doigts et vous blesser Table 5 fente en LT pe Bras Porter des lunettes de travail et un masque durant l utilisation Des copeaux pourraient tre projet s et vous blesser Utiliser une brosse du commerce pour retirer les rognures de m tal Tenter de retirer les rognures de m tal l aide d un aspirateur peut faire un incendie dans l aspirateur Ne pas introduire de liquide d objet m tallique ou inflammable dans l appareil Ce genre de YS mat riel peut provoquer un incendie i Ne rien placer dans l espace mobile de la table fente en T L objet pourrait se heurter contre la table fente en T et tombe
28. ated by 20 grooves approximately one full turn For engraving at a depth of 1 5 mm 0 0591 in rotate the scale by 59 grooves approximately three turns Turn the nut in the direction of the arrow to loosen completely Bottom of the head Bottom of the head moh SOON C000 lt gt ECO Lire 39 Part 1 Setting Up 4 36 Use the arrow keys to position the head over the workpiece When attempting to move the head first close the spindle cover Press the TOOL DOWN key to bring the depth regulator nose in contact with the surface of the workpiece When attempting to move the head first close the spindle cover If the depth regulator nose does not reach the surface of the workpiece even when the tool down Z key is held down rotate the micrometer dial in the direction shown by the arrow in the figure to extent the tip of the depth regulator nose to the workpiece surface If the tip of the depth regulator nose doesn t reach the surface of the workpiece because the workpiece is too thin place a board between the workpiece and the table Alternatively use the optionally available spacer for the T slot table ZA 600 500 series to raise the height of the table Set the Z axis origin point at the location you set in step 5 The Z axis origin is the reference point for raising and lowering the spindle For information on how to make the setting refer to User s Manual 2 or U
29. ates uses and can radiate radio frequency 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 1s 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 I O 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 R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada WARNING 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
30. ed 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 and 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 Limitatio
31. ed power cord or plug or with a loose electrical outlet Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution Do not injure or modify the electrical power cord nor subject it to excessive bends twists pulls binding or pinching nor place any object of weight on it Doing so may damage the electrical power q cord leading to electrocution or fire Do not attempt to unplug the power cord with wet hands Doing so may result in electrical shock Install on a stable surface Failure to do so f Mee may result in falling of the unit leading to injury Unpacking installation and moving are operations that must be carried out by five or more persons for the MDX 650A 650 and by four or more persons for the MDX 500 Failure to do so may result in falling of the unit leading to injury The MDX 650A 650 weighs 120 kg 264 5 Ib and the MDX 500 weighs 92 kg 202 8 Ib Do not touch the tip of the blade with your fingers Doing so may result in injury When not in use for extended periods unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet Failure to do so may result in danger of shock electrocution or fire due to deterioration of the electrical insulation 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 or electrocution Do not
32. er for chip cleaning ZAD 500T to the high torque spindle ZS 650T ZS 500T makes it possible to take up cutting dust with your vacuum cleaner as you perform cutting This is mainly of use when performing cutting using an end mill modeling Items Included with the ZAD 500T P nun Screws 2 Chip cleaning brush Vacuum adapter 1 Fasten the touch fastener to attach the chip 2 Install the brush adapter for chip cleaning on the machine s cleaning brush to the brush adapter for chip spindle portion cleaning High torque spindle ES loup gp qe Even when the brush adapter for chip cleaning is installed on the machine you can change the tool by unfastening the touch fastener 31 Part 1 Setting Up High speed Spindle Optional Set Make sure the following items are included with the high speed spindle ZS 500SH O fi Spindle belt Wrenches 24 mm 15 16 in 10 mm 3 8 in ie Hexagonal screw drivers 1 NN Les TT LATE Spindle unit These are installed on the spindle unit Collet Cutter holder 4 36 mm 3 16 in 4 36 mm 3 16 in Installing the High speed Spindle ZS 500SH NCAUTION Fasten the spindle tool and material securely in place Otherwise they may come loose during cutting resulting in injury 1 Align the pin on the back of the spindle unit with the pin hole on the slider and
33. es op rations anormales entrainant des blessures Mettre l appareil la masse avec une prise de terre Le non respect de cette consigne pourrait entra ner des d charges lectriques en cas de probl me m canique N utilisez que le cordon d alimentation fourni avec ce produit L utilisation avec un autre cordon d alimentation que celui fourni pourrait entrainer un risque d incendie ou d lectrocution Utiliser seulement avec une alimentation de m mes caract ristiques lectriques que celles indiqu es sur l appareil Une n gligence ce niveau pourrait provoquer un incendie ou une lectrocution Ne pas utiliser si l appareil est dans un tat anormal c est dire s il y a mission de fum e odeur de br l bruit inhabituel etc Le non respect de cette consigne pourrait provoquer un incendie ou des d charges lectriques Couper imm diatement l alimentation secondaire et ensuite l alimentation principale D branchez le fil lectrique et contacter votre revendeur ou votre centre de service de la soci t Roland DG autoris PRUDENCE S S Ne pas utiliser avec une fiche ou un fil lectrique endommag ou avec une prise mal fix e Une n gligence ce niveau pourrait provoquer un incendie ou une lectrocution Ne pas endommager ou modifier le fil lectrique Ne pas le plier le tordre l tirer l attacher ou le serrer de fa on excessive Ne pas mettre d objet ou
34. ew Y When moving the head switch on the power and use the control keys to move After you move the head be sure to switch off the power and unplug the power cord from the electri cal outlet before performing lubrication We recommend also cleaning away any buildup of cutting waste near the X Y and Z axes at the same time that you perform lubrication In 2 1 Cleaning refer to Cleaning with the Base Cover Open and Cleaning Inside the Bellows Cover 56 Part 3 Appendix 3 1 ZA 600 500 Series Spacer for the T slot Table Optional Checking the Accessories lt gt Hexagonal wrench Screws 6 Spacers 2 Installation 1 Switch on the power then press W key to move the table as far as it will go to the front GE 2 Turn the power OFF and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet v O 1 O 97 Part 3 Appendix 3 58 Use the hexagonal wrench included with the spacers to remove the screws at the six places shown in the figure then detach the T slot table Do not throw away the screws Screws are required when T slot table is used without spacers Align the pins on the spacers with the pin holes on the slider then place the spacers on the left and right Align the T slot table removed in step 3 with the pin holes on the spacers and set into place Secure in place at six locations with the screws included with the spacer
35. ey several times 42 Part 1 Setting Up 1 7 The Cutting Area MDX 650A 650 The maximum cutting area is 650 mm x 450 mm 155 mm 25 9 16 in x 17 11 16 in x 6 1 16 in If you selected RML 1 as the command set then when converted to coordinate values step size 1 100 mm x y z 50 000 33 000 10 500 The actual cutting area differs according to the type of spindle installed When Use the High torque Spindle ZS 650T When a high torque spindle ZS 650T is installed the range that you can actually cut in the height direction is subject to the following restrictions and is smaller than the maximum cutting range described earlier Length of the installed tool Position of the XY table where the workpiece to cut is loaded If using a spacer for the T slot table ZA 600 500 series the height of the spacer eg 5 os Eg X rai m rail bottom PE surface EH Xp UL GMM T slot table upper surface when E using a spacer NS ZA 508 E l oe TO Gap 43 Part 1 Setting Up When Use the High speed Spindle When a high speed spindle is installed the range that you can actually cut in the height direction is subject to the following restrictions and 44 is smaller than the maximum cutting range Length of the installed tool Position of the XY table where the workpiece to cut is loaded
36. ference point for raising and lowering the spindle For information on how to make the setting refer to User s Manual 2 or User s Manual 3 depending on the command set you re using e Blade holder E Wrench 7 m ES 24 mm 5 16 in RIEN N N Wrench Collet 13mm 1 2 in CT TN 1 20 mm 13 16 in Workpiece OR IT e e L A e Es Es E Ps Pr p a P ai un uat 3 PR PME X Part 1 Setting Up Attaching the Brush Adapter for Chip Cleaning for the High torque Spindle ZAD 500T NCAUTION o Use a commercially available brush NOTICE Usea vacuum cleaner that lets you adjust to remove metal cuttings the amount of suction and is equipped with Attempting to use a vacuum cleaner to take up metal cuttings may cause fire in the vacuum an overload protector Always allow minimum gap of 30 cm 11 13 16 in on the side where the vacuum hose exits The vacuum hose cleaner must have sufficient space in which to move When the vacuum hose cannot move smoothly it can cause malfunctions Or errors in operation When the fitting diameters do not match or when the vacuum duct cannot be inserted into the suction opening of the vacuum cleaner use strong commercial tape cloth or electrical to join the fittings The duct diameter of the ZAD 500 is 32 mm 1 5 16 in Attaching the optionally available brush adapt
37. ice regarding use Pour utiliser en toute s curit Avis sur les avertissements NATTENTION NPRUDENCE Utilis pour avertir l utilisateur d un risque de d c s ou de blessure grave en 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 Par dommage mat riel il est entendu dommage ou tout autre effet ind sirable sur la maison tous les meubles et m me les animaux domestiques propos des symboles Le symbole 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 Q 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 o 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 Ne pas d monter r parer ou modifier Le non respect de cette consigne pourrait causer un incendie ou provoquer d
38. ing cutting waste near the Y axis 5 50 Part 2 Maintenance Cleaning Inside the Bellows Cover Near the X axis As shown in the figure pull out the bellows cover and use a vacuum cleaner to clean away any adhering cutting waste near the X axis Or Z axis When moving the head switch on the power and use the control keys to move After moving the head be sure to switch off the power and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet and carry out cleaning 41 2 2 a Bellows cover Near the Z axis FT ST 4 s DN D 7 tamm Bellows cover Cleaning the Sponge in the Fan motor Area MDX 500 Only Remove the filter cover then clean away any built up grime on the sponge inside Filter cover Install the filter cover with the convex surface facing upward If installed upside down it may become impossible to detach 51 Part 2 Maintenance 2 2 Checking the Spindle A general guide to the service life of the spindle portion is shown below We recommend prompt inspection and replacement Spindle motor 8000 hours Spindle High torque spindle 5000 hours High speed spindle 1500 hours Spindle belt 1500 hours Checking the Spindle Motor Operate the spindle motor alone with no tool installed or material loaded If the rotation speed is uneven or marked noise is produced be sure to contact a service technician
39. let set ZC 500T is required 1 Insert the end mill into the collet Collet N End mill 2 Insert the assembly from step 1 into the lower part of the spindle While supporting the end mill with your hand to keep it from falling rotate the spindle pulley to secure in place 3 Use the included wrenches to tighten the spindle pulley and collet 150 to 200 kgf cm cr 7 7 opindle pulley Wrench 24 mm 15 16 in Sat DS es nm Se gi Wrench 13 mm 1 2 in 29 Part 1 Setting Up Installing an Engraving Tool Install a cutter holder and collet which are suitable for the cutter to be used The combination of end mill and collet is correct if the diameter of the end mill just fits in the hole in the collet Using an engraving tool with the high torque spindle requires the optionally available collet and blade holder set ZC 500TE 1 30 Install the blade holder and the collet Use the arrow keys and the tool down key to position the tip of the head approximately 20 mm 13 16 in from the surface of the workpiece When attempting to move the head first close the spindle cover Insert the cutter into the hole in the cutter holder and position the tip so that it gently touches the surface of the workpiece Use the hexagonal screwdriver included with the ZC 500TE to tighten the tool retaining screw Use the operation panel to set the Z axis origin point The Z axis origin is the re
40. lling out otherwise the cutting tool may be damaged Part 1 Setting Up Installing an Engraving Tool Install a cutter holder and collet which are suitable for the cutter to be used The combination of end mill and collet 1s correct if the diameter of the end mill just fits in the hole in the collet The collet and blade holder included with the high speed spindle has a diameter of 4 36 mm When Using the Depth Regulator Nose Install the blade holder and the collet Wrench m 24 mm 15 16 in Blade holder 4 A Collet VR 4 Wrench 10 mm 3 8 in Using the depth regulator nose makes it possible to engrave workpiece of nonuniform thickness at same depth Because engraving is performed while the tip of the depth regulator nose is in contact with the workpiece the surface of the workpiece may be damaged 1 Rotate the depth regulator nose in the direction of arrow 2 in the figure to tighten it completely This determines the engraving depth cutting in amount The scale on the micrometer dial assembly has 25 grooves with one groove corresponding to an engraving depth of 0 0254 mm 0 001 in One full turn of the scale corresponds to an engraving depth of 0 635 mm 0 025 in Rotate the scale in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure by an amount equal to or greater than the engraving depth For example when engraving to a depth of 0 5 mm 0 0197 in the scale should be rot
41. lot table and arms during opera tion CAUTION Please use a vacuum cleaner to remove cutting dust Do not use any blower like airbrush Otherwise dust spread in the air may harm your health or damage this machine PRECAUCION Por favor utilice un aspirador para limpiar la viruta y el polvo No utilice aire a presion para la limpieza podria averiar la maquina y no seria conveniente para su salud respirar el polvo PRUDENCE Veuillez utiliser un aspirateur pour enlever la poussi re Ne jamais utiliser de projecteurs d air La poussi re souffl e dans l air peut causer des probl mes de respiration et endommager votre machine VORSICHT Bitte entfemen Sie Staub mit einem Staubsauger Niemals ein Gebl se verwenden Der dadurch freigesetzte Staub ist gesundheitsschadlich und kann die Funktion lhers Ger ts beeintrachtigen CAUTELA Usare un aspiratore per rimuovere polvere o trucioli da lavorazione Non usare compressori altrimenti la polvere diffusa nell aria potrebbere essere nociva alla salute o danneggiare la macchina E UIS BRL VA DA 7 U 39 E IRHU CERES UC T EU UIS 253R OBRU ERORE oU MiORALRVUET In addition to the NWARNING and NCAUTION symbols the symbols shown below are also used NOTICE S Indicates information to prevent machine breakdown or malfunction and ensure correct use Indicates a handy tip or adv
42. nger of electrocution The Q 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 e 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 ANWARNING Do not disassemble repair or modify Doing so may lead to fire or abnormal operation resulting in injury Ground the unit with the ground wire Failure to do so may result in risk of electrical shock in the even of a mechanical problem Use only with the power cord included with this product Use with other than the included power cord may lead to fire or electrocution Do not use with any electrical power supply that does not meet the ratings displayed on the unit Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution Do not use while in an abnormal state i e emitting smoke burning odor unusual noise or the like Doing so may result in fire or electrical shock Immediately switch off the power unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer or service center NCAUTION Do not use with damag
43. ns for the MDX 500 If grasped by the rear cover the unit may fall resulting in injury Use within a temperature range of 5 to 40 C 41 to 104 F and within a humidity range of 35 to 80 Do not place any objects on the main unit s head When the unit is mounted on a stand with casters be sure to lock the caster stoppers securely To prevent accidents do not install in any of the following types of areas Avoid use in areas subject to strong electric noise Avoid use in areas subject to high humidity or dust The machine generates heat when used and should not be installed in an area with poor heat radiation characteristics Do not install in an area subject to strong vibration 19 Part 1 Setting Up MDX 650A 650 The required dimensions for installation space are shown Maintenance space is the space needed by a service technician when performing maintenance Maintenance space 900 mm 35 7 16 1n Installation space 2600 mm 102 3 8 in 1200 mm 47 1 in PEE 1300 mm E 51 3 16 in e 2200 mm j 86 5 8 in When you are installing on a stand use a stand with specifications equivalent to those shown below 40 17 5 17 5 Le Unit mm vg 103 40 9 mm 2250 5 allo as Y FIG 2 Ceiling panel nM thickness 9 mm J 590 mm 23 1 4 in 750 mm 29 1 2 in FIG 1 Cross sectional seconda
44. ns 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 26015555 R5 R5 030109
45. ol with a ball bit shape or ordinary shape and measuring at least 100 mm in length Continued on the next page 53 Part 2 Maintenance 3 54 Set the tension adjuster ST 040 in place at the location shown in the figure Press with the tension gauge ST 001 until the tension adjuster ST 040 touches the motor pulley and the read the value on the tension gauge Use the nut shown in the figure to reposition the spindle motor so that the tension value is between 200 and 600 gf 2 45 and 5 88 N This requires a commercially available wrench or hexagonal wrench size 5 5 mm Secure the spindle motor in place by tightening the screws you loosened in step 2 TENSION ADJUSTER ST 040 EIE pe view Motor pulley Spindle pulley Tension adjuster ST 040 Tension gauge ST 001 Spindle motor Tighten these screws Part 2 Maintenance 2 3 Lubricating the Ball Screw NCAUTION Switch off the machine and unplug Q the power cord from the electrical outlet before performing cleaning or maintenance Failure to do so may result in injury or electrical shock Please use a vacuum cleaner to remove cutting dust Do not use any blower like airbrush Otherwise dust spread in the air may harm your health or damage this machine Use a commercially available brush to remove metal cuttings When you re finished wash your hands to rinse away all cut
46. ool blade move in a positive direction on the Z axis 1 e upward This key makes the cutting tool move in a negative direction on Z axis e downward When pressed at the same time as an arrow key the TOOL UP key or the TOOL DOWN key this makes the movement faster This sets the Z axis origin point for workpiece coordinates This set the X and Y axis origin point for workpiece coordinates This also sets the A axis origin point when the rotary axis unit optionally available is installed This starts and stops rotation of the spindle To start rotation hold down the key for one second or longer When the spindle cover is open the spindle does not rotate When pressed during cutting operation is paused This performs cutting again with the data in the data buffer This switch cuts the power supply and forces the machine to stop regardless of whether operation is in progress Press the EMERGENCY STOP switch immediately if dangerous or abnormal operation occurs 17 Part 1 Setting Up MDX 500 Operation Panel COPY key PAUSE key Dial JOG key ENTER key EXIT key Arrow keys TOOL UP key TOOL DOWN key FAST FEED key Z key XY key SPINDLE key PAUSE key COPY key EMERGENCY STOP switch 18 Liquid crystal display XY key TOOL DOWN key TOOL UP key JOG key ENTER key ENTER EXIT key Dial EMERGENCY STOP switch 2 FAST FEED key SP
47. ool may have become hot due to friction heat and may cause burns if touched Fasten the spindle tool and material securely in place Otherwise they may come loose during cutting resulting in injury Use the correct tool for the material to be cut and the cutting method Do not attach the collet without the end mill and tighten with the wrench Doing so may make it impossible to install an end mill the next time used When installing an end mill detach the blade holder If you try to perform machining with the blade holder installed the vibration may make it come loose and fall off Be sure to use the wrench included with the unit Using a wrench other than included one may result in overtightening making it impossible to remove the collet or damaging the spindle Use caution to prevent the cutting tool from falling out otherwise the cutting tool may be damaged Be careful not to drop the collet Doing so may cause the collet to deform or break making it impossible to install a tool Part 1 Setting Up Installing an End Mill Install a collet that matches the shank diameter of the end mill The combination of end mill and collet is correct if the diameter of the end mill just fits in the hole in the collet The collet included with the high torque spindle has a diameter of 6 mm When using an end mill having a diameter other than 6 mm 1 e a diameter of 10 8 6 35 5 4 3 2 or 3 mm the optionally available col
48. osition sensor Belt for high torque spindle Ferrite corer Except for MDX 500 Hexagonal wrench Key connector Power cord The machine does not run unless this 1s inserted Roland Software Package USER S MANUAL NC Code CD ROM 1 Setup amp Maintenance PROGRAMMER S MANUAL 2 Cutting Using the Included Software 8 Cutting Using NC codes 14 Part 1 Setting Up 1 2 Names of Parts Front Fan motor cover gt gt Spindle cover When the spindle cover is open machine H does not run see 1 4 Description of the Spindle Area Arm S UN e o 4 ET ues Operation Panel 4 amp eesg cA O CD Head Bellows cover Arm Base cover T slot table XY Table 15 Part 1 Setting Up Right Side D d EAM ee Expansion connector EXT 4 MDX 650A only RUIT f S 4h Left Side Expansion connector EXT 1 d sm 4 namm NS Serial connector Parallel connector Expansion connector EXT 2 Expansion connector EXT 3 ENT r lt E ES v ou T LA J 9 ZO position sensor jack 16 Part 1 Setting Up MDX 650A 650 Operation Panel COPY key COPY m PAUSE key Dial JOG key ENTER key EXIT key Arrow keys TOOL UP key TOOL DOWN key FAST FEED key Z key XY A
49. r ce qui pourrait entrainer des blessures C TET Ce il gt VEER ERE mobile 1 table fente I OO L espace Ne pas porter de gants de cravate ou de v tement manches amples Ils pourraient se prendre dans l appareil et entrainer des blessures Ne pas utiliser l appareil au dessus de ses capacit s ou le soumettre une force excessive L outil pourrait se briser ou tre projet dans une direction ind termin e Si vous commencez par inadvertance une coupe au dessus de la capacit de l appareil l teindre imm diatement l aide du bouton d urgence NPRUDENCE Ne pas toucher l outil S imm diatement apr s une coupe L outil pourrait avoir chauff avec la friction et vous causer des br lures Couper le contact et d brancher le c ble d alimentation du r ceptacle avant de proc der au nettoyage ou l entretien de l appareil Une n gligence ce niveau pourrait provoquer des blessures ou une lectrocution Quand vous avez Utiliser un aspirateur pour nettoyer termin d utiliser les copeaux N utiliser aucun l appareil laver vos appareil soufflant de l air comme un mains pour bien MM s che cheveux enlever tous les La poussi re r pandue dans l air pourrait copeaux nuire votre sant propos des tiquettes coll es sur l appareil Ces
50. rences in height greater than 5 mm 3 16 Workpiece Difference in height between the highest and lowest locations 37 Part 1 Setting Up When Not Using the Depth Regulator Nose If you do not use the depth regulator nose take a table workpiece made of ABS plastic about 10 mm 3 8 in thick secure it in place on the included table and perform surface leveling By using this as the table surface you can carry out engraving at a uniform depth 1 Turn the nut in the direction of the arrow to tighten it securely 2 Press the arrow keys and the tool down Z key to move the tip of the head to a position close to the surface of the workpiece When attempting to move the head first close the spindle cover Insert the cutter into the hole in the cutter holder and 3 position the tip so that it gently touches the surface of the workpiece Use the hexagonal screw driver included with the ZC 500TE to tighten the screw LLL NONI Use the operation panel to set the Z axis origin point The 4 Z axis origin is the reference point for raising and lowering the spindle For information on how to make the setting refer to User s Manual 2 or User s Manual 3 depending on the command set you re using 38 Part 1 Setting Up Installing an End Mill Install a collet that matches the shank diameter of the end mill The combination of end mill and collet is correct if the diameter of the end mill just fit
51. ry moment 1 75 3 1 12 2 cm 5 FIG 2 Cross sectional secondary moment lx 3 53 1353 Ci Rated load 1500 kgf Rated load 100 kgf Welded structure 40 7 9 Unit mm 20 Part 1 Setting Up MDX 500 The required dimensions for installation space are shown Maintenance space is the space needed by a service technician when performing maintenance Maintenance space 900 mm 35 7 16 1n Installation space 2300 mm 90 9 16 in 900 mm 35 7116 in E 1100 mm E 43 5 16 in RE 2000 mm MEE 78 1 8 1n When you are installing on a stand use a stand with specifications equivalent to those shown below 40 17 5 17 5 Le Unit mm go m T 5 7 9p Gu m Ceiling panel thickness 9 mm Y FIG 2 J E 5 A Ex oA es ON w E Ea w e Ne FIG 1 Cross sectional secondary moment 1 75 3 1 12 2 cm 5 FIG 2 Cross sectional secondary moment lx 3 53 15 355 am Rated load 1500 kgf Rated load 100 kgf Welded structure 40 Unit mm 21 Part 1 Setting Up Connection ANWARNING Do not use with any electrical power Ground the unit with the ground supply that does not meet the wire ratings displayed on the unit Failure to do so may result in risk of Use with any other
52. s Pin A Spacer IN Part 3 Appendix 3 2 Main Optional Items Unless stated otherwise options for the MDX 650 can also be used with the MDX 650A If the documentation does not list the MDX 650A follow the instructions for the MDX 650 Spindle Area High torque Spindle ZS 650T For the MDX 650A 650 ZS 500T For the MDX 500 Collet 06 mm Standardly included with the spindle 610 08 06 35 65 04 23 2 63 mm 7 C 500T Collet set 66 35 64 36 mm ZC 500TE Collet and holder set ZS 500T only High speed Spindle Standardly included with the spindle ZS 500SH 06 95 04 93 mm Z C 23 Collet set 66 35 mm Z C 23 6 35 Others Spacer for the T slot table 7 503 ZA 505 ZA 508 ZA 613 Center Vise ZV 500C Vacuum Table ZV 500A Safety Cover ZBX 650 ZBX 500A Cutting Tool Vacuum adapter 96 mm ZAD 500T End mill 010 08 06 35 95 04 03 2 03 mm End mill 66 35 64 36 mm Engraving cutter 64 36 mm 7 AD 500S Engraving cutter 00 695 94 03 mm End mill 66 35 mm End mill 3 cm 1 3 16 in 5 cm 1 15 16 in 8 cm 3 1 8 in 13 cm 5 1 8 in for the MDX 650A 650 Weight 68 kg 149 9 Ib for the MDX 500 Weight 53 kg 116 8 Ib ndicates option part number For tool part numbers see the supply part catalog 59 Part 3 Appendix 3 3 Specifications MDX 650A 650 Main Unit MDX 650A 650 T slot XY table size 700 mm x 48
53. s in the hole in the collet Using an end mill with the high speed spindle requires the optionally available collet set ZC 23 or collet ZC 23 6 35 1 Insert the end mill into the collet 2 Insert the assembly from step 1 into the lower part of the spindle and turn the collet to secure it in place and keep the end mill from falling out 3 Use the included wrenches to tighten the spindle pulley and collet 150 to 200 TEI Spindle Sulle y OOD Er EE Wi 24 mm 15 16 in Me Wrench 10 mm 3 8 in 39 Part 1 Setting Up Attaching the Brush Adapter for Chip Cleaning for the High speed Spindle ZAD 500S ACAUTION to remove metal cuttings Attempting to use a vacuum cleaner to take up metal cuttings may cause fire in the vacuum cleaner o Use a commercially available brush 2 Use a vacuum cleaner that lets you adjust the amount of suction and is equipped with an overload protector Always allow a minimum gap of 30 cm 11 13 16 in on the side where the vacuum hose exits The vacuum hose must have sufficient space in which to move When the vacuum hose cannot move smoothly it can cause malfunctions Or errors in operation When the fitting diameters do not match or when the vacuum duct cannot be inserted into the suction opening of the vacuum cleaner use strong commercial tape cloth or electrical to join the fittings The duct diameter of the ZAD
54. ser s Manual 3 depending on the command set you re using Insert the cutter into the hole in the cutter holder and use the hexagonal screwdriver small that comes with the machine to tighten the cutter mounting screw A edis AGODA KN m Part 1 Setting Up 8 Raise the spindle with the tool up 2 key When attempting to move the head first close the spindle cover Rotate the dial in the direction of the arrow shown in the 9 figure to extend cutter to engraving depth cutting in amount Move the cutter out just enough for the necessary engraving depth The lines printed on the dial indicate 0 0254 mm 0 001 in for each mark For instance to set a cutting depth of 0 5 mm 0 0197 in rotate an 20 mark portion Bottom of the head Mam DAP Engraving depth Use a program or the operation panel to set the tool down position Set this at a cutting in amount about 2 to 3 mm deeper than 1 0 the cutting in amount set using the micrometer dial the actual cutting in amount Setting a cutting in amount that corresponds to the difference in height between the highest and lowest locations on the workpiece allows the tip of the depth regulator nose to be constantly pressed against the surface of the workpiece and enables engraving at a uniform depth The spindle stroke due to the nut is approximately 5 mm 3 16 in It is not possible to absorb diffe
55. slot clamp included with the unit A spacer for the T slot table ZA 600 500 series is optionally available and should be purchased if needed For more information on how to install it on the unit see Part 3 Appendix 1 Place the workpiece on the T slot table EN 47 Part 1 Setting Up 2 Pass the table side end of the clamp for the T slot clamp through the groove in the table as shown in the figure Ht AN WK S Table side end of the clamp 3 Turn the large bolts as shown in the figure to align the workpiece side end of the clamp with the height of the Workpiece side end secured portion of the clamp Large bolt W 4 Turn the small bolts for the T slot clamp until the angle of the workpiece side end of the clamp is parallel with the secured portion or slightly higher KA NN N s x E Small bolt 5 Use the wrench included with the unit to tighten 48 Hart 2 Maintenance 2 1 Cleaning NCAUTION Switch off the machine and unplug o the power cord from the electrical outlet before performing cleaning or maintenance Failure to do so may result in injury or electrical shock Please use a vacuum cleaner to remove cutting dust Do not use any blower like airbrush Otherwise dust spread in the air may harm your health or damage this machine Cleaning the Main Unit When the main unit becomes
56. speed must be made on the machine Refer to 1 6 Choosing the Spindle Type NOTICE When cutting objects made of materials that produce minute cuttings or dust such as foamed material or gypsum use the optionally available vacuum adapter for chip cleaning Otherwise cuttings may get inside the machine shorting the service life of the spindle unit High torque Spindle High speed Spindle This spindle is designed for torque Speed is from 3 000 to This spindle is designed for speeds from 5 000 to 20 000 rpm 12 000 rpm It is mainly suited to cutting using an end mill Torque is not as high as the high torque spindle It is mainly modeling suited to cutting using an engraving tool Installable Optional Items for Different Spindles Collet Cutting Tool Vacuum adapter High torque Spindle op mm 06 mm ZAD 500T 7S 650T Standardly included with the spindle End mill For the MDX 650890 08 06 35 05 04 03 2 g3 mm 610 98 06 35 05 04 93 2 93 mm 25 5007 ZC 500T Collet set End mill For the MDX 500 66 35 64 36 mm 66 35 64 36 mm 7ZC 500TE Collet and holder set Engraving cutter 4 36 High speed Spindle 4 36 mm 9596 Tm ZAD 5008 ZS 500SH Standardly included with the spindle Engraving cutter 06 65 64 93 mm 06 25 94 03 mm ZC 23 Collet set End mill 66 35 mm 66 35 mm C 23 6 35 End mill ndicates option part number For tool part numbers see the supply part catalog 25 Part 1
57. surface se ee T slot table upper surface when ET using a spacer Sie ZA 508 22 EE d O 45 Part 1 Setting Up When Use the High speed Spindle When a high speed spindle is installed the range that you can actually cut in the height direction is subject to the following restrictions and is smaller than the maximum cutting range Length of the installed tool Position of the XY table where the workpiece to cut is loaded f using a spacer for the T slot table ZA 600 500 series the height of the spacer f using a depth regulator nose the stroke of the spindle due to the nut approx 5 mm If using the depth regulator nose If not using the depth regulator nose nut loosened nut tightened 7 LAT E S 2 EK 59 LS E bottom 3 o 2 surface gt lt E N 2 gru N EE G gt lt ec E TN gor surface when E using a spacer 4 9 AS ZA 508 T slot table upper surface 46 Part 1 Setting Up 1 8 Loading a Workpiece for Cutting NCAUTION Fasten the spindle tool and o material securely in place Otherwise they may come loose during cutting resulting in injury NOTICE When mounting a vise or loading a workpiece while a tool is installed take care to avoid being injured by the tool This section describes how to load a workpiece when using the T
58. tings aa Attempting to use a vacuum cleaner to take up metal cuttings may cause fire in the vacuum cleaner ZT To keep using your machine in normal working order lubricate the ball screw after approximately every 1 000 hours of working time Use Shell Alvania No 0 grease X axis Z axis As shown in the figure pull out the bellows cover and apply grease directly to the ball screw Apply grease to the entire screw shaft moving the head to expose ungreased areas Finally move the head a full stroke in the X axis or Z axis direction and wipe away excess grease When moving the head switch on the power and use the control keys to move When you do this return the pulled out bellows cover to its original position After you move the head be sure to switch off the power and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before performing lubrication X axis lt gt LL Ball screw 5 RE i cover Z axis 024 SE 1 d Bellows cover xj E Ball screw Z 2 Lamm e 55 Part 2 Maintenance Y axis 1 Refer to 2 1 Cleaning Cleaning with the Base Cover Open and detach the base cover Base cover Apply grease directly to the ball screw Apply grease to 2 the entire screw shaft moving the head to expose ungreased areas gt Finally move the head full stroke in the Y axis direction and wipe away excess grease Ball scr
59. tiquettes sont coll es l ext rieur de l appareil Les dessins suivants indiquent l endroit et le contenu des messages E Nom du mod le a tiquette des caract ristiques Lomo lectriq ues Utiliser l alimentation appropri e 5 27 r III 10 d Manipuler l outil avec pr caution Ne pas ins rer vos doigts entre la t te et la plaque Z quand l appareil est en marche Ne pas ins rer vos doigts entre la table fente en T et les bras quand l appareil est en marche CAUTION Please use a vacuum cleaner to remove cutting dust Do not use any blower like airbrush Otherwise dust spread in the air may harm your health or damage this machine PRECAUCION Por favor utilice un aspirador para limpiar la viruta y el polvo No utilice aire a presion para la limpieza podria averiar la maquina y no seria conveniente para su salud respirar el polvo PRUDENCE Veuillez utiliser un aspirateur pour enlever la poussi re Ne jamais utiliser de projecteurs d air La poussi re souffl e dans l air peut causer des probl mes de respiration et endommager votre machine VORSICHT Bitte entfemen Sie Staub mit einem Staubsauger Niemals ein Gebl se verwenden Der dadurch freigesetzte Staub ist gesundheitsschadlich und kann die Funktion lhers Ger ts beeintrachtigen CAUTELA Usare un aspiratore per rimuovere polvere o trucioli da
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