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2. 221 0037 0 221 0007 0 221 0031 0 221 0046 0 UL 25 1 221 0047 0 UL 30 221 0049 0 UL 40 221 0022 0 110 221 0051 0 UL 50 or 221 0081 0 221 0015 0 221 0036 0 220V 221 0065 0 Section 1 3 SAFETY EU Compliance CE UNIVERSAL LASER SYSTEMS IN C Product Identification VersaLASER VL 200 and VL 300 Manufacturer Universal Laser Systems Inc 16008 N 81 St Scottsdale AZ 85260 Phone 480 483 1214 Fax 480 483 5620 USA This equipment Is manufactured in conformity with the following directives 89 336 EEC Directive 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive 98 37 EEC Machinery Directive based on the standards listed Standards Used Safety EN 60950 2002 EN 60825 2001 Class 3R EN 55022 2003 Class A EN 50082 1 1998 EN 61000 3 2 2001 class A EN 61000 3 3 2002 EN 61000 4 2 2001 6kV CD 8kV AD EN 61000 4 3 2003 3 V m EN 61000 4 4 2002 2 kV power line 0 5 kV signal line EN 61000 4 5 2001 class 2 Note This is not a declaration of conformity The importer of this equipment supplies the declaration of conformity 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 Section 1 4 SAFETY FCC Compliance This ULS laser system has been tested and found to comply with Federal Communication Commission directives regardin
3. 1 Models VL 200 8 VL 300 Safety Installation Operation and Basic Maintenance Manual Universal Laser Systems Inc 16008 North 81st Street Scottsdale AZ 85260 USA Customer Support Department Phone 480 609 0297 Fax 480 609 1203 Web Based Email Support www VersaLASEH com August 2005 Notice This publication and its contents are proprietary to Universal Laser Systems Inc ULS and are intended solely for the contractual use of ULS Inc customers While reasonable efforts have been made to assure the accuracy of this manual ULS shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damage in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material ULS reserves the right to revise this manual and make changes from time to time without obligation by ULS to notify any person of such revision or changes ULS does not assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any products circuits or software described herein Neither does it convey a license under its patent rights nor the patent rights of others This publication and its contents may not be reproduced copied transmitted or distributed in any form or by any means radio electronic mechanical photocopying scanning facsimile or otherwise or for any other purpose without the prior written permission of ULS ULS provides no warranties whatsoever on any software used in connection with a ULS L
4. recessed slot with a self aligning electrical the VCA into the slot it is OK to do with the power connector to the right side 1 and the two on because it is hot swappable and move it alignment pins 2 around until the connector engages and the fixture sits flat Graphics Setup Open your graphics software In this case we will use CorelDRAW11 and create a new graphic Layout your graphic the same way as if the regular table is installed The border of the honeycomb material of the is slightly larger than the printable area of the VersaLASER Since there are no reference rulers attached to the table if you desire you can use the Red Dot pointer as your positioning reference Printing Print as normal When the VersaLASER Settings dialog box pops up choose your category and type of material as usual In the Fixture section select NONE from the dropdown list Using a caliper or similar measuring device measure the thickness of your material and enter it into the Material Thickness box and click Print As usual the print job will be stored on your hard disk and become available in the VCP as the next job ready to be processed The VersaLASER um automatically knows that the VCA is installed and it will Moe automatically compensate for the focus height 2 difference Place your material directly on the Y len AAA mw and proceed to cut Category Plastic Fabric amp
5. Leather Acetal Copolymer Delrin TM Glass amp Ceramic Metal Paper amp Cardboard Microsurface Metallic Surface Microsurface Nonmetallic Surface Microsurface Uflex Metallic Surface Microsurface Uflex Nonmetallic Surface Microsurface Umark Metallic Surface Microsurface Umark Nonmetallic Surface Microsurface Uthin Metallic Surface Microsurface Uthin Nonmetallic Surface Vinyl Film Signage 3001 m Material Code Intensity 20 0 20 Note You may experience a slight notching effect on the backside edge of the material This is due to the reflectivity of the honeycomb material and is normal To reduce the effect try reducing the Intensity setting To completely eliminate the effect you may want to elevate you material off of the honeycomb by using some sort of spacers at least 1 8th to 1 4 inch thick between the honeycomb surface and your material that does not interfere with the beam path If you are to do this be sure to select Custom for the Fixture type and enter the thickness of your spacer in the Height box Section 5 5 Integrated Cart Features e Size 25 W x 22 D x 30 H Weight 95 Ibs e Maximum stability at low cost Powder coated durable construction e Four foot ports to secure the VersaLASER to the cart to prevent slipping 1 e Two large storage drawers 2 amp 3 Locking casters for moving convenience 4 Inst
6. The following warning labels are placed on the laser system for your safety DO NOT remove them for any reason If the labels become damaged or are removed for any reason DO NOT OPERATE the laser system and immediately contact Universal Laser Systems Inc for free replacements Labels are NOT to scale LIN AL THIS EQUIPMENT CONFORMS Scottsdale Arizona NEVER OPERATE THE LASER SYSTEM Model No XX XXX WITHOUT CONSTANT SUPERVISION US 21 CFH 1040 10 Manufactured XX XXX C EXPOSURE TO THE LASER BEAM MAY AND 1040 11 Serial No XX XXX Made in USA CAUSE IGNITION OF COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS WHICH CAN CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT 221 0002 0 221 0012 0 221 0015 0 DANGER DANGER INVISIBLE AND VISIBLE LASER RADIATION INVISIBLE AND VISIBLE LASER AVOID EXPOSURE WHENOPEN AND INTERLOCK FAILED OR RADIATION WHEN OPEN INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION IS DEFEATED AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION 221 0016 0 221 001 7 0 221 0018 0 THIS LASER MANUFACTURED BY UNIVERSAL LASER SYSTEMS 16008 N 815 ST SCOTTSDALE AZ 85260 USA WARNING IS DESIGNED FOR USE ONLY AS A COMPONENT IN A TO AVOID RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK INPUT POWER ULS LASER SYSTEM THIS LASER IS A CLASS DEVICE AND ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER CORD DOES NOT COMPLY WITH U S CODE 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J BEFORE REMOVING THIS COVER 110 VAC 20 60 Hz 10 A OR
7. bottom of the cover and rotate it up to expose the motion system carriage Remove any remaining packing material that may be preventing the motion system carriage from sliding left and right Close the cover NOTE Your chosen software MUST be installed and operational before proceeding to the next step Power on your computer and boot into Windows If your computer is already running save your work and close all programs except Windows Connect the power cord from your power source to the power cord inlet 6 of the VersaLASER If you have an external exhaust system connect your external exhaust hose to the First USB port to computer exhaust port 5 and secure with a hose Second USB port to optional clamp accessory Connect a provided USB cable from USB Third USB port to optional accessory port 1 of the VersaLASER to an available USB connectivity and status LED s USB port in your computer Exhaust port Power cord inlet Air hose connection NOTE If you purchased either the Computer Controlled Air Cleaner CCAC or the Computer Controlled Compressed Air Unit CCAU DO NOT connect their respective USB cables to the VersaLASER at this time We will address those options later in this section o After you have connected the USB cable and within about 15 seconds the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box will appear Windows asks if you would like to install the software automatically or you choose to
8. by unscrewing the needle valve and reinstalling the plug the same way you installed it or by the preferred method of un attaching the hose from the needle valve by either using a wrench to loosen the nut at the end of the hose or by simply using the cone as your wrench and turning it counter clockwise This way the needle valve remains attached to the Focus Carriage for the next time you install the Cone The same needle valve is also used for the AABS accessory Air Assist Back Sweep AABS This accessory also requires the CCCAU The AABS attaches to the Focus Carriage and is used to force compressed air either directly onto the surface of your material from an angle or it can be adjusted to where it can blow the smoke straight back to the Exhaust Plenum or at various user defined angles This accessory can be used to reduce the burning effects of the material from the laser beams intense heat or to direct the smoke away from the beam during processing It contains a needle valve assembly to control airflow one height adjustment and one angle adjustment Lower the table down far enough so that you can easily attach the AABS Power off the VersaLASER By hand move the X axis arm and Focus Carriage to a comfortable working position in the field Remove if present the plug 1 with a screwdriver Attach the mounting block 2 if not already attached with the 4 40 screw and using a 3 32 Allen wrench Using a 3 16 socket
9. click Window then Color Palettes and then Open Palette In the pop up box double click on VersaLASER CPL which allows it to appear on the right side of the screen On the property bar click on the landscape orientation the sideways rectangle Enter the page width of 16 inches 406 4mm model VL 200 or 24 inches 609 6mm model VL 300 and height of 12 inches 304 8mm The rulers on screen need to match the rulers in the VersaLASER Adjust the ruler s vertical origin by double clicking directly on the vertical side ruler The Options dialog box will appear In the vertical origin box type in 12 inches 304 8mm Click OK Set the default value for line width and color of the graphic objects by clicking the outline tool and then the outline pen dialog in the flyout With Graphic being the only selection checked click OK Click the down arrow in the Color dropdown box to expand the list and click on the color red Click the down arrow in the Width dropdown box and click Hairline The units can be inches millimeters or anything else you prefer Click OK to close the Outline Pen dialog box In the top menu click Tools then click Color Management Click on the down arrow to expand the Style dropdown list Click Color Management Off and then click Finally at the top of the screen click on Tools then Options then Document and then select Sa
10. freezing and lock ups Try a different USB port on that computer or use a different computer Add a USB port PCI card that is compliant with version 1 1 and install it into your computer Purchase an external USB port hub that has its own AC power adapter and install it between the computer s USB port and the VersaLASER s USB port 1 2 3 Other USB peripheral devices that demand a large amount of computer processing power may slow down the operation and productivity of the VersaLASER We recommended not using these devices while operating the VersaLASER NOTE Laptop computers are known for having low powered USB ports If using a laptop most likely you will need to use an external USB port hub that has its own AC power adapter and install it between the computer s USB port and the VersaLASER s USB port Recommended Accessories or Upgrades e Faster processor 2 0 GHz or higher with 512 MB RAM or greater Larger hard drive 80 GB or greater Large monitor 17 or larger 600 DPI scanner optical Writeable CDROM drive Internet connection and email address Optimizing Windows XP Performance Windows XP by default displays many visual effects that slow down the computer by utilizing RAM and processor time We recommend that you turn OFF these effects by right clicking on the My Computer icon on your desktop then click Properties and then click the Advanced tab In the Performance section click Settings then click Adjust
11. hose into the fitting until it also power cord from your power source to the power clicks inlet 3 of the CCCAU NOTE Before continuing you MUST have completed Section 2 of this manual which includes connecting the USB cable and power cord to the VersaLASER and loading the VersaLASER Installation Software If not go back to that section complete the installation and return here Make sure you computer is powered on and booted into Windows e Connect 3 ft USB cable between the VersaLASER s USB port 3 and the USB port located towards the bottom of the CCCAU NOTE Windows will indicate to you that it has recognized the device by powering it on for about 5 seconds and then automatically turning it off Once this occurs it is ready for use If Windows does not recognize the device it will prompt you for the device driver disk again Insert your VersaLASER Installation CD ROM and follow the on screen instructions Section 5 9 ACCESSORIES Periodic Maintenance Below the device you will find a tray With your At least once per month check the condition of hands slide the tray forwards Inside the tray you the two filters on the back of the device If they find sponges that are designed to absorb the are plugged simply remove them by snapping off water that was generated from condensation In the cover removing the filter media washing it out humid areas you may need to check the sponges with ordinary soap and
12. install from a specified location Advanced Select the advanced method and click Next Select the Search Removable Media choice and proceed to the next step The VersaLASER Software Installation CD ROM The VersaLASER Software Installation CD ROM can be found in a pocket on the inside of the back cover of this manual 7 8 Insert the CD ROM into your CD ROM drive now and click Next The software will begin loading and the Windows Logo Testing warning will appear Ignore this statement by Microsoft and simply click Continue Anyway The VersaLASER software will continue to load and at some point may ask you for your VersaLASER model type Choose the appropriate model If you choose a model that does not match what you have purchased you will have problems running the VersaLASER If you are unsure what model you have refer to the serial tag located on the back of your VersaLASER 10 Click Finish to complete the installation and RE BOOT your computer Section 2 5 INSTALLATION If you purchased the Computer Controlled Air Cleaner CCAC accessory and or the Computer Controlled Compressed Air Unit CCAU at this time proceed to Section 5 of this manual and follow the installation instructions for that device When you have completed the installation return to this section to continue configuring the software Configuring Your Graphics Software After the VersaLASER software installation is completed you must c
13. insure compliance with FCC regulations Recycling ZrO By placing the above symbol on our products and accessories Universal Laser Systems is indicating that we are committed to helping reduce the amount of waste electronics ending up in municipal landfills Therefore Universal Laser Systems urges consumers to recycle this product and its accessories Universal Laser Systems is equipped to recycle any of its electronic products and accessories and will assist our customers with their recycling options To arrange for recycling of your ULS product or accessory please contact Universal Laser Systems for more information Section 1 5 Section 2 Ue ASER Step By Step Installation In this section we will step you through site preparation computer and software setup and unpacking and assembling the VersaLASER Please follow the instructions in the order shown Establishing a Proper Operating Environment e The device MUST be installed in an office type or light duty manufacturing environment Airborne pollutants can damage the device Keep the device isolated from any sandblasting sanding or machining equipment or any other machinery that produces airborne particles Also do not operate or store this device near sources of water saltwater or oil vapor e For best results we recommend operating this air cooled device in the ambient temperature range of 73 F 22 C to 77 F 25 C However it can operate in the ambient temperature ran
14. the job starts processing Observe how the smoke is being pushed away If you would like to reduce the flow or to change the angle or height of the airflow pause the job and adjust as necessary Removal Remove the height adjustment thumbscrew and detach the AABS from the mount Re attach the thumbscrew to the mount so that it doesn t get lost Either detach the accessory by unscrewing the needle valve and reinstalling the plug the same way you installed it or by the preferred method of un attaching the hose from the needle valve by either using a wrench to loosen the nut at the end of the hose or by simply using the cone as your wrench and turning it counter clockwise This way the needle valve remains attached to the Focus Carriage for the next time you install the accessory The same needle valve is also used for the AAC accessory Section 5 13
15. then the VersaLASER WILL AUTOMATICALLY focus the laser beam based on the material thickness you entered when the VersaLASER Settings dialog box popped up However if you would like to override the AUTO Z feature and manually focus the laser beam follow the steps below Disable AUTO Z in the Setup tab of the VCP Position the Focus Carriage 1 above your material Place the Focus Tool on top of the material 2 Raise or lower the Z axis table so that the flat edge of the tool rests against the front side of the Focus Carriage 3 Slowly raise the table until you observe the tool either tilting or sliding away from the Focus Carriage 4 This will occur when the bottom edge of the Focus Carriage meets with the top of the beveled edge of the Focus Tool 5 The objective is to stop moving the table at the point where the tool just starts to move or tilt Step 6 Running Your Job If you have an external exhaust system power it on now If you have purchased the optional Computer Controlled Air Cleaner CCAC it will automatically power on when processing begins Once your material is loaded and the access door is closed you can start your job by left clicking on the START button on the VCP or pressing the START button VersaLASER keypad Once processing is complete wait a few seconds for the smoke to clear or the CCAC to power off then open the access door and remove the material If you would like to repeat the process load a fresh p
16. which contains all the software necessary to operate the VersaLaser to its fullest capability Earlier versions of CorelDRAW have experienced problems with the XP operating system which in turn causes problems with the operation of the VersaLASER As a result ULS recommends CorelDRAW 11 over earlier versions Whether you decide to use CorelDRAW12 or a different graphics software package it is critical that you fully understand how to use the software in order to successfully operate the VersaLaser While ULS has made reasonable efforts to make the VersaLaser as compatible as possible with graphics and CAD software written for the Windows XP operating systems ULS cannot guarantee complete compatibility with any software not manufactured by ULS Unpacking and Assembling the VersaLASER 1 With the assistance of one or two other people pick up the VersaLASER and place it on top of a table strong enough to support its weight refer to the specifications section To lift the unit properly note the lifting points shown by the arrows 2 Completely open the access door by lifting up on the handle Remove all packing material that may be used to secure the motion system arm during shipment YOU MUST DO THIS BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE POWER CORD OTHERWISE SERIOUS DAMAGE MAY OCCUR Gently move the arm toward and away from you It should slide freely Section 2 4 INSTALLATION The motion system arm cover is hinged and is held down by magnets Grasp the
17. ASER place it on top of the cart and locate the VersaLASER s four feet into the four foot ports Making the Connections NOTE Before continuing you MUST have completed Section 2 of this manual which includes loading the VersaLASER Installation Software not go back to that section complete the installation and return here Connect the short exhaust hose and secure it with the provided hose clamps 1 and install the sheet metal cover over the exhaust hose Make sure you computer is powered on and booted into Windows As instructed in Section 2 plug in a power cord to the VersaLASER s power inlet 6 and attach a USB cable from your computer to the VersaLASER USB port 1 Plug in a power cord to the CCAC s power inlet 5 and then connect a 3 ft USB cable between the second USB port 2 of the VersaLASER and the USB port located towards the bottom of the CCAC 3 NOTE Windows will indicate to you that it has recognized the device by powering it on for about 5 seconds and then automatically turning it off Once this occurs it is ready for use If Windows does not recognize the device it will prompt you for the device driver disk again Insert your VersaLASER Installation CD ROM and follow the on screen instructions Secure the USB cable using the retainer clips 4 Section 5 8 ACCESSORIES Computer Controlled Compressed Air Unit This integrated accessory provides dry oil free compressed air to protect the VersaLASER s opti
18. DIRECTLY ANY CLAIM ASSOCIATED WITH SUCH UNINTENDED OR UNAUTHORIZED USE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY CLAIM BASED ON WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT TORT INCLUDING ACTIVE PASSIVE OR IMPUTED NEGLIGENCE STRICT LIABILITY PATENT OR COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT OR MISAPPROPRIATION OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY HP is a registered trademark of Hewlett Packard Corporation Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer Corporation PostScript Photoshop and Streamline are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc CorelDRAW is a registered trademark of Corel Corporation AutoCAD is a registered trademark of AutoDesk Inc ULS Platforms are protected under one or more of 5 patents 5 661 746 5 754 575 5 867 517 5 881 087 5 894 493 5 901 167 5 982 803 6 181 719 6 313 433 6 342 687 6 424 670 6 423 925 Other U S and International patents pending Universal Laser Systems Inc 2005 All Rights Reserved Introduction All of us at Universal Laser Systems Inc ULS would like to thank you for your purchase Since 1988 the staff at ULS has been dedicated to total customer satisfaction When you buy Universal you get more than a money making product you get a team of talented experienced and enthusiastic people who are focused on your satisfaction Our commitment is to help you be successful right now and in the future To begin with we highly recommend tha
19. EOoi c r 4 2 DE DR TED 4 3 7 3 IMItEOF and I OCUS utut ida deron cie Ged aoo 4 3 BOSE edi diia ansia pv a peu Eu sa Feu esame apaga 4 4 Tie cxi tas dog bad aed deu deu anu OE 4 4 Eo 4 5 Adiustments ANC Biode ier mm 4 5 GIS Dm 4 5 FUSS FAS DIAC SINGIN a 4 5 Cooling Eau 4 6 Maintenance Sebedule ier ree hri roris eri 4 6 Section 5 Accessories OLA NR 5 1 erem E ER 5 4 integrated m c E 5 6 Computer Controlled Air Cleaner 5 6 Computer Controlled Compressed Air 5 9 DUgccaSTi moR EE 5 10 zizlehdeel lm 5 12 Section 1 Ue ASER Safety Description of Appropriate Use This device is designed for laser cutting and etching of the materials listed in the VersaLASER printer driver Materials to be processed must fit completely inside the system for proper operation Use of the equipment in a manner other than that described in this manual may result in injury to yourself and others and may cause severe damage to the equipment and your facility Notice This device is not designed tested inte
20. EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 60825 1 1994 THIS LASER PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED UNDER U S PATENTS 5 661 746 5 754 575 5 867 517 5 901 167 5 894 493 5 881 087 OTHER U S AND INTERNATIONAL PATENTS PENDING 221 0020 0 221 0022 0 221 0031 0 Section 1 2 SAFETY CAUTION LASER RADIATION IN P UT POWE R DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW LASER RADIATION AVOID DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS A DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE 220 VAC 50 60 Hz 5A CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT N LASER DIODE mi m C WAVELENGTH G30 680 nm H nm MAX OUTPUT 5 mW MAX OUTPUT 5 mW CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT 221 0033 0 221 0034 0 221 0036 0 THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF US PATENTS 5 661 746 5 754 575 5 867 517 WARNING 5 881 087 5 804 403 5 901 167 5 982 803 6 181 719 Do NOT use in medial or surgical 6312423 642 687 6 423 925 6 24 670 applications or to manufacture OTHER US AND INTERNATIONAL PATENTS PENDING ae oe Maintenance Manual or the OEM Laser Integration Manual for further information 221 0065 0 221 0081 0 WARNING THIS SYSTEM IS DESIGNED FOR USE WITH INERT AND NON OXIDIZING GASES ONLY i e DRY CLEAN AIR CARBON DIOXIDE HELIUM NITROGEN CONNECTING FLAMMABLE OR OXIDIZING GASES TO THIS SYSTEM CREATES A SERIOUS SAFETY AND OR FIRE HAZARD DO NOT CONNECT ANY GAS SOURCES EXCEEDING 75 PSI 5 ATM PRESSURE UNIVERSAL LASER SYSTEMS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY ARISING FROM THE IMPROPER USE OF THIS SYSTEM
21. Flexible Tubing On Off Switch Filtration System lf you have chosen to purchase the optional Computer Controlled Air Cleaner CCAC accessory exhausting to the outside environment is not required but is recommended Refer to the Accessories section for more details Section 2 2 INSTALLATION Computer and Operating System Your computer is critical component in the operation of the VersaLASER In fact you cannot power on the VersaLASER if your computer is not connected powered on running Windows and running the VersaLASER Control Panel software VCP Only ONE VersaLASER per computer is allowed You will need to purchase a separate computer for each VersaLASER you own Also the VersaLASER is NOT designed to be a network printer YOU MUST operate the VersaLASER using the computer that is directly attached to it via the PROVIDED 3 foot USB cable USB cables longer than 3 feet may cause the VersaLASER to malfunction Minimum Computer Requirement e A PC based computer with either the Windows XP Home or Professional Edition operating system Maclntosh computers NOT compatible with the VersaLASER 1 5GHz processor with 256 MB RAM and a 40 GB hard drive CDROM drive Monitor minimum 800 x 600 resolution Mouse or other pointing device Available USB 1 1 compliant port or higher NOTE Some computer motherboard manufacturers USB ports DO NOT comply with USB 1 1 standards This may cause erratic behavior from the VersaLASER such as
22. For Best Performance and then click Apply Computer Power Management Power management is a configuration setting in Windows XP that reduces the energy consumption of computers and monitor by shutting them down after a period of inactivity However since your computer is a critical component in the operation of the VersaLASER you MUST NEVER allow your computer to go into the Standby or Hibernate mode Section 2 3 INSTALLATION To properly configure Power Management in your Windows XP computer right click on your desktop then click Properties Click the Power Schemes Tab choose Never from the System Standby and the System Hibernates dropdown list and then click Apply If you have further questions on how to configure or upgrade Windows XP please contact Microsoft Corporation Recommended Software Programs All software necessary to control the VersaLASER is included However the software necessary to create the artwork is NOT included ULS recommends the following software for use with the VersaLASER e Graphics Programs CorelDRAW11 recommended or Macromedia Freehand e Bitmap Scanning Software Adobe Photoshop recommended or Corel PHOTO PAINT e Raster to Vector Conversion Software Adobe Streamline recommended or Corel TRACE e CAD Software AutoCAD or AutoCAD LT for Windows e FONTS Use True Type fonts ONLY Do not use PostScript or bitmapped fonts Most users purchase the CorelDRAW12 Graphics Suite package
23. X axis Arm towards the front or rear of the device so that you have access to the entire length of the v groove Section 4 4 BASIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Main Enclosure e Clean the acrylic user door with a non abrasive cotton cloth or facial tissue and the soap solution The top window is made out of acrylic DO NOT use paper towels because they will scratch the acrylic Also DO NOT use window cleaner alcohol or acetone as these chemicals will crack the acrylic Only use cleaners compatible with acrylic e Use a soft cloth dampened with the soap solution to clean the enclosure DO NOT use alcohol acetone or any other harsh chemical as this will damage the paint and Lubrication Periodic adjustments are not required e The bearings in the motion system will self adjust to take up any clearances as they begin to wear All bearings in the system are sealed and do not require lubrication DO NOT lubricate the bearings e belts are fiber reinforced and will not stretch under normal use e Optical alignment is not necessary under normal use Interlock Safety Check As mentioned earlier in the Safety section of this manual the user door is safety interlocked To verify that it is functioning normally perform the following test Power on the VersaLASER Without any job running open and close the user door Observe the Red Dot Pointer turning on and off respectively If there is no change while opening and clo
24. ain window in the Focus tab of the VCP Notice that your Y axis coordinates will be locked in place and you can only click left and right in the X axis direction The Red Dot will move to the location where you clicked or type in the coordinates in the X Axis and Y Axis boxes and click Move Adjust the position of the Red Dot until it lines up with your mark left and right If your mark does not line up with the Red Dot in the rotational direction simply grasp the glass or the cone and manually rotate it while it is in the fixture Continue repositioning until the Red Dot is on top of your mark When it is aligned in the VCP locate the X axis coordinate number Either write this number down or remember it This is the coordinate of the Red Dot pointer and it is also where you will need to position your graphic Ignore all other coordinates Graphics Setup Open your graphics software In this case we will use Remus M mc E MM zia CorelDRAW12 and create a new graphic Ju m 000000 Using the Transformations menu rotate your graphic 90 degrees to the right to match the glasses orientation Reposition your graphic so that its RIGHT CENTER anchor point which was the TOP CENTER before we rotated it 90 degrees is located at the same X axis coordinate as the Red Dot pointer The vertical placement of where you position your graphic within your graphic software is irrelevant because the VCP will automatically match the
25. allation ACCESSORIES e Push down on the tabs of the locking casters so that the cart does not roll e Obtain the assistance of another person One person should grasp the front of the machine and place his hands where the arrows indicate The other person should stand in the back of the machine and place his hands where the arrows indicate e Pick up the VersaLASER place it on top of the cart and locate the VersaLASER s four feet into the four foot ports e lf this is the first time you will be making connections to the VersaLASER proceed back to Section 2 to complete the installation process Computer Controlled Air Cleaner Cart CCAC Features Size 25 W x 22 D x 30 H Weight 200 Ibs Eliminates smoke dust and fumes from processing Controlled through a USB port connected to the VersaLASER and is activated only when jobs are in process Filters are concealed within the two drawers Foot ports to secure the VersaLASER to the cart to prevent slipping Powder coated durable construction Locking casters for moving convenience Section 5 6 ACCESSORIES Figure 1 Front View Figure 2 Rear View Four foot ports to secure the Exhaust intake port VersaLASER to the cart and prevent Cable retainer clips slipping 1 USB port Pre filter and HEPA filter drawer Exhaust output port Charcoal filter drawer Power inlet electrical power requirement Locking casters label Warning label fuse holder How i
26. aser Engraving System express or implied Neither does it guarantee software compatibility with any off the shelf software package or any software program that has not been written by ULS Intended use of this system must be followed within the guidelines of this manual In no event will ULS be liable for any damages caused in whole or in part by customer or for any economic loss physical injury lost revenue lost profits lost savings or other indirect incidental special or consequential damages incurred by any person even if ULS has been advised of the possibility of such damages or claims WARNING UNIVERSAL LASER SYSTEMS PRODUCTS ARE NOT DESIGNED TESTED INTENDED OR AUTHORIZED FOR USE IN ANY MEDICAL APPLICATIONS SURGICAL APPLICATIONS MEDICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURING OR ANY SIMILAR PROCEDURE OR PROCESS REQUIRING APPROVAL TESTING OR CERTIFICATION BY THE UNITED STATES FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION OR OTHER SIMILAR GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES SHOULD THE BUYER USE UNIVERSAL LASER SYSTEMS PRODUCTS FOR ANY SUCH UNINTENDED OR UNAUTHORIZED APPLICATION ALL WARRANTIES REGARDING THE UNIVERSAL LASER SYSTEMS PRODUCTS SHALL BE NULL AND VOID FURTHER THE BUYER SHALL HAVE NO REMEDY AGAINST UNIVERSAL LASER SYSTEMS AND ITS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES SUBSIDIARIES AFFILIATES AND DISTRIBUTORS FOR AND THE BUYER SHALL INDEMNIFY AND HOLD THOSE PARTIES HARMLESS AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS COSTS DAMAGES EXPENSES AND REASONABLE ATTORNEY FEES ARISING OUT OF DIRECTLY OR IN
27. cs and assist with cutting and etching of materials that tend to flame up or produce heavy quantities of smoke or debris It MUST be used in conjunction with either the Air Assist Cone or AABS accessories The Air Compressor is designed to automatically power on when the VersaLASER starts a print job and then power off automatically and finishes it WARNING The use of compressed air IS NOT intended to decrease maintenance of the VersaLASER Actually it has been known to increase the frequency of cleaning maintenance due to debris being blown around inside the machine during processing This device is not intended for continuous use longer that 20 minute jobs nor high humidity environments otherwise serious damage to the compressor may occur If you need an air unit capable of heavy duty use and or high humidity environments please contact our Sales Department Features e Size 12 6 D x 14 Weight 14 Ibs e Controlled through a USB port connected to the VersaLASER and is activated only when jobs are in process e air dryer is integrated into the unit to remove the moisture that can damage the optics e Noise insulated for quiet operation e Powder coated finish durable construction Installation Push down on the release lever of the fitting on the Connect the other end of the blue hose to the Air back of the VersaLASER until it clicks 1 Insert Compressor 1 in the same fashion Plug in a one end of the blue
28. ction of the optics should be performed at least once a day If the optic appears cloudy or has material deposits formed on the surface it should be cleaned If after inspection the optic appears visually uncontaminated DO NOT clean the optic Excessive cleaning can damage the optic The guidelines listed below describe how to handle optics Handling Guidelines Wash your hands thoroughly before handling any optic e NEVER touch the surface of the optic with your fingers e NEVER clean any optic immediately after using the VersaLASER Wait for the optic to cool at least 3 5 minutes otherwise it may crack from thermal shock e NOT use compressed air to clean the optic e DO NOT clean an optic that is visually clean Excessive cleaning may damage the optical coating e Use only cotton swabs and approved lens cleaner or reagent grade acetone to clean the optics Optics Cleaning Procedure e Dampen an unused cotton swab with lens cleaner e GENTLY wipe the optical surface with the damp swab DO NOT RUB HARD e Control the wiping speed so that you do not leave streaks If streaks remain dampen an unused cotton swab with reagent grade acetone and gently wipe the optical surface to remove the streaks Accessing the Optics 1 Slowly slide the X axis Arm forward 1 Rotate the cover up and over the top 2 Grasp the bottom lip of the cover of the X axis Arm The cover is held down by magnets so it may stick slightly when you fi
29. e a TN word KEYCHAIN Then draw a RED hairline rectangular outline ia AU TERR with no fill around the text and round the edges if desired Add a circle RED hairline outline also with no fill for the key ring Position the graphic on your computer screen in the upper left corner of the page as shown Step 2 Printing Your Artwork When you are ready to print the file select PRINT in CorelDraw11 from the FILE menu When the print dialog appears ensure that the VersaLASER printer name is in the dropdown list and then click PRINT The VersaLASER Settings dialog box will pop up Choose your material by selecting the appropriate category from the material categories on the left in this case wood and then select the correct material type from the material types on the right in this case hardwood Instead if the material has already been assigned an official VersaLASER Material Code you can simply type in the code in the code field and the correct material will be automatically highlighted from the database Since we are placing the material directly on the work surface leave the Fixture Type set to Standard Table If you were using an optional accessory or custom fixture you would choose it from the fixture list Using a calipers or similar measuring device enter the thickness of the material in this case 125 inch The Intensity control allows you to increase or decrease the already pre programmed laser p
30. e machine It is only necessary to clean the front side of the Beam Window The backside is in a sealed environment and should not get contaminated DO NOT remove the Beam Window for inspection or cleaning Inspect the optic in place and clean if necessary The Motion System Using a vacuum cleaner vacuum all loose dirt and debris from the inside of the device Outside the device dampen a paper towel cotton cloth or terry cloth with the soap solution alcohol or acetone and wipe down the Z axis Table Be careful not to spill any chemical on any painted surface Locate the four X axis Bearings 1 Dampen a cotton swab with either the soap solution or alcohol Place the dampened swab against the bearing 2 grasp the focus carriage 3 slide the focus carriage left and right allowing the bearing to roll in the v groove 4 Pay attention to the part of the bearing that contacts the v groove both on the top and the bottom side of the bearing Also use the dampened swab to clean the v groove 4 Make sure you clean all 4 bearings rm DNE E aam Locate the left and right side Y axis Rails and their respective v grooves as the arrows in the photos indicate This is where the Y axis Bearings not visible make contact with the rail Dampen a cotton swab or cotton cloth with either the soap solution or alcohol and clean the v groove Gently slide the
31. echnical Support link then click on the Technical Support Request Form and follow the instructions Step 5 If you are unable to obtain Internet access you may contact our Technical Support Department at Universal Laser Systems Inc Technical Support Department 16008 North 81 Street ocottsdale AZ 85260 Phone 480 609 0297 Fax 480 609 1203 M F 8am 5pm Arizona Time Specifications System Operating Environment Requirements user provided Operating Environment Well ventilated office recommended or clean light duty manufacturing area Operating Temperature 50 F 10 C to 95 F 35 C capable 73 F 22 C to 77 F 25 C for best performance Storage Temperature 50 F 10 C to 95 F 35 C Operating Humidity Non condensing Electrical Power 110 220 VAC 10 5A Grounded 110 220 VAC 10 5A Grounded Particulate Odor Outside High pressure vacuum blower capable of Ventilated Exhaust System 150 CFM cubic feet per minute 6 inches static pressure 255m3 hr at 1 5kPa Computer Requirement Windows XP Home or Professional Editions Available USB 1 1 port or higher Software Requirement Any Windows based Graphics or CAD application System Specifications Laser Safety CO2 Laser Interlocked Safety Enclosure Class Red Diode Pointer Class Illa Laser Source 25 or 30 watt CO2 Laser 30 40 or 50 watt CO2 Laser Cooling Air Cooled Work Area 16 x 12 406 4 x 304 8 mm 24 x 12 609 6 x 304 8 mm P
32. ent the overload of your electrical power circuit or to control an unstable or noisy electrical power source it may be necessary to connect the device to a dedicated electrical circuit e The device is designed as a Class Group A pluggable device It is also designed for connection to IT power systems Extracting Fumes and Particulates Fumes smoke and particulates are a byproduct of the cutting and marking of materials in the VersaLASER and MUST be extracted vacuumed from the VersaLASER You may choose to either exhaust them to the outside environment or filter them External Exhaust most common We recommend that you contact a local contractor to design and install an exhaust system that not only meets the minimum requirements of this device but also complies with local environmental laws e The exhaust system MUST be capable of supplying a minimum of 150 CFM cubic feet per minute of airflow while under a load of 6 inches of static pressure 254 m3 hr at 1 5kPa DO NOT install forward incline backward incline in line or ventilator fans because these types of air handlers are inadequate and inappropriate for this type of installation A high pressure blower MUST be used to meet minimum airflow requirements INSTALLATION e For personal safety and noise control reasons we recommend that the blower be mounted OUTSIDE the building e Rigid tubing should be used for 90 of the distance traveled between the blower and the laser sys
33. er Allow them to air dry off or dry them off before re installing Maintenance Schedule Since the maintenance requirements of the VersaLASER is dependent on the type of material being run the quantity of material being removed the hours of operation and the quality of the exhaust blower it must be user defined However as a Starting point we recommend the following schedule As necessary Work Table Main enclosure User door e Every 8 hours of processing Clean X axis bearings and bearing tracks Check Beam window 2 Mirror 3 Mirror and Focus Lens for debris Clean ONLY if dirty e Every month Clean side and rear cooling fan filters e Every 6 months Exhaust plenum If you are noticing a considerable buildup of debris on the optics and the motion system clean the system at more frequent intervals If your system has remained relatively clean you can extend your cleaning intervals Keep in mind that a clean machine is a better performing machine and can extend the life of the parts as well as reduce the possibility of down time If you have any questions about maintaining the laser system please contact our Customer Support Department Section 4 6 Section 5 21 ASER Accessories As an addition to the regular VersaLASER we offer a wide variety of optional accessories Before attempting to use any of the accessories in this section make sure that you are comfortable operating the VersaLASER the VCP and your
34. fter laser processing and may pose a health hazard Avoid using this device in small enclosed or non ventilated areas Some materials during and after laser processing may produce corrosive fumes DISCONTINUE processing any material that produces signs of chemical deterioration in the laser system such as rust metal etching or pitting peeling paint etc Damage to the laser system from corrosive materials is NOT covered under warranty Care should be taken when moving or lifting this device Obtain assistance from 1 or 2 additional people when lifting or carrying secure motion system and access door Severe bodily injury may occur if improper lifting techniques are applied or the system is dropped Dangerous voltages are present within the electronics and laser enclosures of this system Although access to these areas is not necessary during normal use if it becomes necessary to open one of these enclosures for service reasons please remember to disconnect the power cord from your electrical supply This device is specifically designed to comply with CDRH performance requirements under 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 CDRH is the Center for the Devices of Radiological Health division of the Food and Drug Administration FDA in the USA It also complies with CE European Community safety regulations No guarantees of suitability or safety are provided for any use other than those specified by Universal Laser Systems Inc SAFETY Laser Safe
35. fying glass Zoom Tool if you pass it over the preview window Left clicking your mouse zooms in and right clicking zooms out e Displays in the lower left corner the name of current job the date and time it was stored on your hard drive and the run time e he print job navigation buttons left and right arrows in the lower right corner allow you to preview the print jobs stored on your hard drive e he open folder button displays and allows you to select your print jobs in a file management style It also allows you to delete print jobs stored from your hard drive e The upper right side contains the software version of the keypad buttons found on the VersaLASER itself These buttons operate identically to the physical buttons the VersaL ASER SETUP e he PRINT CACHE number is adjustable It indicates the maximum number print jobs that you would like to be stored on your hard drive If you exceed the number shown the software will automatically begin deleting the oldest jobs as newest ones enter the cache e The PURGE button deletes ALL cached print jobs stored on your hard drive e UNITS allows you to choose between English or metric units AUTO Z should be enabled if you would like the device to focus the laser beam by automatically adjusting the height of the Z axis table This operating principle is based on the material thickness that you specify in the VersaLASER Settings popup explained later If it is disabled you
36. g Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC In accordance with these directives ULS is required to provide the following information to its customers FCC Compliance Statement and Warnings This device complied with FCC Rules Part 15 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device as set forth in 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 energy and if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions 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 or her own expense Users should be aware that changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This equipment has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Computing Device per FCC part 15 using shielded cables Shielded cables must be used in order to
37. ge of 50 F 10 C to 95 F 35 C e Avoid storing the device outside the temperature range of 50 F 10 C to 95 F 35 C as excessively cold or hot temperatures can damage the laser cartridge or reduce its lifetime e Ambient humidity levels must be non condensing Providing a Suitable Electrical Power Source e The electrical power requirements can be found either in the Specifications table in the beginning of this manual or printed on the sticker next to the power inlet of the VersaLASER e The VersaLASER and VersaLASER accessories are equipped with standard IEC 60320 computer style power cord receptacles A power cord may or may not be included with the device If the power cord is not present please refer to the Additional Requirements supplement for more information e Never remove the ground earth lead to the electrical cord and plug the system into a non grounded non earthed outlet Operating the device without the ground connection is very dangerous and can lead to a severe if not fatal electrical shock It may also cause the device to exhibit unpredictable behavior e Noisy or unstable electricity as well as voltage spikes may cause interference and possible damage to the device s electronics If electrical power fluctuations brown outs or constant power outages are a problem in your area an electrical power stabilizer UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply or backup generator may be required e prev
38. graphics software Cylindrical Object Rotary Accessory CORA This accessory allows the VersaLASER to be quickly reconfigured to etch scribe or cut material dependent cylindrical objects such as glassware etc NOTE If this is your first time using the CORA we highly recommend that you practice this procedure several times on some inexpensive scrap material before attempting to etch the actual object Installation Lower the table all the way down to the bottom of its travel or down far enough so that you can remove the table and install the CORA without interfering with the moving parts of the VersaLASER Remove the table by loosening the two captive Inside the VersaLASER you will find the large thumbscrews 1 Insert your fingers into the two recessed slot with a self aligning electrical holes 2 and slowly lift the table out of the connector to the right side 1 and the two VersaLASER being careful not to bump it around alignment pins 2 ACCESSORIES Insert the CORA into the slot OK to do with the power on because it is hot swappable and move On the underside of the CORA notice the self it around until the connector engages the pins aligning electrical connector 1 and two alignment protrude through the alignment holes and the holes 2 fixture sits flat It will indicate that it is installed properly by automatically rotating its cone slightly and a Rotary button will appear in the Focus tab of
39. he field Remove device when installing and do not over tighten it if present the plug 1 with a screwdriver Loosen the thumbscrew 1 on the side of the Focus Carriage if already attached Insert the cone 2 by pushing it straight up into the bottom of the Focus Carriage ensuring that it is up all the way and is seated properly and gently tighten the thumbscrew If this is the first time using the cone open the needle valve 3 all the way counter clockwise This will result in maximum airflow through the cone To lock the adjustment in place rotate the round locking nut 4 clockwise until it seats Usage Power on the VersaLASER and run a job Make sure that the CCCAU unit turns on if purchased or your compressed air source is operating when the job starts processing Observe how the smoke is pushed away from the tip of the cone If you would like to reduce the flow pause the job and adjust the needle valve as necessary shut off the needle valve completely The lack of pressurized air present in the cone during processing will allow smoke to contaminate the lens and can destroy it within seconds NEVER install the without having the CCCAU installed and operating and NEVER WARNING Section 5 1 1 ACCESSORIES Removal Loosen the thumbscrew and pull the Cone downwards Carriage by re tightening it so that it doesn t get lost Leave the thumbscrew attached to the Focus Either detach the accessory
40. iece of material close the door and press START again NOTE If you start the material process with the door open the laser beam will not fire but the Red Dot pointer will illuminate showing you where the image will be located If desired you may use may use the center of the stroke as your center reference for positioning your material Step 7 Powering Off the VersaLASEH When you have finished processing your materials and wish to power the VersaLASER off simply left click the POWER button in the VCP or hold down the POWER button on the VersaLASER Keypad for 5 seconds until it powers off WARNING NEVER UNPLUG THE USB CABLE WHILE THE VERSALASER IS POWERED ON THIS MAY CAUSE THE USB PORT OF YOUR COMPUTER TO ELECTRONICALLY LOCK ITSELF OUT OF THE WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM RENDERING IT UNUSABLE UNTIL RECONFIGURED IF THIS OCCURS PLEASE CONTACT OUR TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR ASSISTANCE Section 3 4 Section 4 Ue ASER Basic System Maintenance Keeping the VersaLASER clean will ensure the highest quality performance and prolong the lifetime of the mechanical components The frequency of cleaning will depend entirely on the type of material being processed the performance of your exhaust system the operating environment and the amount of laser system usage Dirt or debris that is allowed to build up on the motion system components may cause a poor quality image loss of mechanical position and may cause premature mechanical component failu
41. ill etch the material Red colored outlined objects set to a hairline thickness will cut the material Blue outlined objects also set to a hairline thickness will scribe the material Using the VersaLASER is as simple as creating your artwork according to the rules outlined above and simply printing to the VersaLASER as you would to any other type of printer The VersaLASER printer driver will then pop up and prompt you for the type of material you are processing and its measured thickness After choosing a material from the list and entering the material thickness your artwork will be turned into a print job and stored in the VersaLASER print cache on your hard drive You can then use the VersaLASER On Screen Control Panel to select and preview the saved print job you wish to run position your material in the VersaLASER and press the START button VersaLASER Keypad POWER Turns the VersaLASER on ONLY if the computer is powered on booted into Windows the VersaLASER On Screen Control Panel is running and the USB cable is connected from the computer to the VersaLASER Also holding the key down for 5 seconds will power off the VersaLASER e UP and DOWN ARROWS Raises and lowers the Z axis table work surface Press momentarily for slow movement and hold down for faster movement e PAUSE If during processing you wish to stop or pause the VersaLASER press PAUSE once Press PAUSE again and the VersaLASER will resume processing fr
42. ill then move to that position Or you can accomplish the same thing by typing in the X axis and Y axis coordinates of the location you desire in the X axis and Y axis boxes at the bottom left of the screen and left clicking the MOVE button Section 3 2 SYSTEM OPERATION e HOME will move the Focus Carriage to the upper right edge of the work area e RESET X Y button will electronically and mechanically re home the Focus Carriage if you accidentally bump it out of position e RESET Z will electronically and mechanically re home the Z axis table You MUST select this if you accidentally stall the t able by placing excessive weight on it otherwise the VersaLASER will not focus the beam properly he UP and DOWN arrow buttons are identical to the up and down buttons on the VersaLASER keypad and will raise or lower the Z axis respectively ABOUT This tab displays the version of the VCP software information about us and the serial number and the firmware version of your VersaLASER only shown if your VersaLASER is connected to your computer Running Your First Job Step By Step We will now illustrate how to use the VersaLASER with CorelDRAW l 1 by creating a wooden keychain In this example we will Etch and Cut the key chain from a 2 by 4 inch 1 8 inch thick piece of hardwood Step 1 Creating Your Artwork Open CorelDRAW11 and create a new graphic Draw some text using a BLACK colored fill and NO outline For example type in th
43. nded or authorized for use in any medical applications surgical applications medical device manufacturing or any similar procedure or process requiring approval testing or certification by the United States Food and Drug Administration or other similar governmental entities Please see the Notice herein for further information regarding such uses General Safety Exposure to the laser beam may cause physical burns and can cause severe eye damage Proper use and care of this system are essential to safe operation Never operate the laser system without constant supervision of the cutting and etching process Exposure to the laser beam may cause ignition of combustible materials and start a fire A properly maintained fire extinguisher should be kept on hand at all times A properly configured installed maintained and operating particulate fume exhaust system is mandatory when operating the laser system Fumes and smoke from the etching process must be extracted from the laser system and either filtered through the Integrated Exhaust Filtration Module an optional accessory or exhausted outside through a user supplied exhaust system Some materials during and after laser processing may produce toxic fumes We suggest that you obtain the Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS from the materials manufacturer The MSDS discloses all of the hazards when handling or processing that material Some materials continue emitting fumes for several minutes a
44. om the point at which it was paused If you press START while the VersaLASER is paused the VersaLASER will start over from the beginning of the print job e START Begins processing from the beginning of a job e RED and GREEN LED s The RED LED and GREEN LED located between the PAUSE and START buttons provide information on the status of the machine CONDITION RED LED GREEN LED The user door is closed The VersaLASER is off The user door is open The VersaLASER is on SYSTEM OPERATION The VersaLASER On Screen Control Panel VCP The purpose of the VersaLASER On Screen Control Panel VCP for short is to be able to remotely control your VersaLASER by being able to view and print your stored print jobs You will not be able to operate the VersaLASER without the VCP running in the taskbar Once you have installed the VCP using the installation disk a green square shaped icon will appear in the lower right corner of your Windows taskbar This icon indicates that the VCP is active It will automatically activate itself every time you power on your computer If for any reason the VCP is deactivated you can reactivate it by double clicking on the shortcut found on your computers desktop screen You can access the VCP at anytime by left clicking once on the icon in the taskbar The following describes the features of each tab of the VCP VIEWER e Shows a preview window of the currently selected job e The cursor becomes a magni
45. onfigure your graphics software to work correctly with the VersaLASER The basic setup should include the following Set the default page orientation to Landscape and page size to a width of 16 inches 406 4mm model VL 200 or 24 inches 609 6mm model VL 300 and height of 12 inches 304 8mm oet the default line thickness to Hairline or the smallest available by the software for vector output Use only the color Black for fills for etching Red outlines for cutting and Blue outlines for scribing We will discuss more about using your graphics software in Section 3 of this manual Since most users use CorelDRAW12 we have included the following specialized configuration instructions CorelDRAW12 1 10 Using Windows Explorer locate the file named VersaLASER CPL on the VersaLASER Installation CD and copy this file over to the C C Program Files Corel Corel Graphics 12 Languages EN Custom Data Palettes folder While still in Explorer locate a file named corelapp ini located in the C Program Files Corel Graphics12 Config folder Double click on the file it will open up in Notepad Scroll down past the semi colons to the Config header Then scroll down 31 lines to the line that reads Fontrasterizer 1 Change the 1 to a 0 this is a zero not an o save the file and exit Notepad Open CorelDRAW12 and start a new graphic In the menu bar click on Window then Color Palettes and then click None Once again
46. ou must follow each of the steps from the beginning of this section If it does not matter oum to you if the etching begins anywhere around the circumference of the glass then simply load the next glass and run the job again without having to make any marks or lining up the Red Dot Once you have practiced using the CORA you will naturally come up with some shortcuts to save on setup time Vector Cutting Accessory VCA The Vector Cutting Accessory with its honeycomb design assists with the vector cutting of materials by minimizing the surface contact area of the backside of the material This simple yet functional design also provides a slight vacuum for sheet stock to hold it flat while cutting and it assists with smoke removal by drawing it down and underneath the material Installation Lower the table all the way down to the bottom of its travel or down far enough so that you can remove the table and install the VCA without interfering with the moving parts of the VersaLASER Remove the table by loosening the two captive thumbscrews 1 Insert your fingers into the two holes 2 and slowly lift the table out of the VersaLASER being careful not to bump it around the underside of the VCA find the self aligning electrical connector 3 and two alignment holes 4 Section 5 4 ACCESSORIES Inside the VersaLASER you will find the large By using the thumbscrews as handles 3 insert
47. ower setting We suggest that you always leave it set to 0 until you are more comfortable using the system When you have made all the appropriate selections and entered the material thickness click PRINT As the print job is being created a small printer icon will appear in your taskbar in the lower right corner of your computer screen Once the icon disappears the print job is completed and is now stored on your hard drive Click on the VersaLASER icon in the taskbar and the last print job will appear in the viewer of the VCP Step 3 Powering On the VersaLASER To power on the VersaLASER you can either left click on the POWER button in the VCP or press the POWER button on the VersaLASER keypad The VersaLASER will always reset itself in the X Y position when it is powered on However the Z axis table will reset only when your computer is first turned on It will not reset each time you power on the VersaLASER Section 3 3 SYSTEM OPERATION Step 4 Loading and Positioning Your Material Cow amp 4 Open the user door and position the wood 1 into the upper left TRRRNRNRNNHRRHRNNHNN corner of the table up against the rulers If necessary use the UP or DOWN arrow buttons on the keypad or in the VCP to raise or lower the Z axis to make loading easier Step 5 Focusing the Laser Beam In the Setup tab of the VCP if you have AUTO Z enabled and the LENS SIZE matches the number printed on the side of the Focus Carriage
48. re Optical contamination will result in loss of laser power or premature failure of the optic Use good judgment and keep in mind that a clean machine is the best performing machine WARNING Failure to properly and adequately maintain your VersaLASER may invalidate your warranty Safety e Always make sure that the VersaLASER is powered off and is unplugged before performing any cleaning or maintenance procedure e When using any chemical be sure to follow the safe handling procedure printed on its label e NEVER pour or spray any chemical directly onto or into the VersaLASER Always dampen your cotton swab paper towel or cloth with the cleaning solution outside of the machine and then wipe down the appropriate part e Use only the appropriate chemical to clean specific parts of the system otherwise cosmetic or operational damage may occur Pay strict attention to the cleaning procedures outlined in this section Unapproved chemicals and inappropriate cleaning methods may invalidate your warranty Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies e Vacuum cleaner e Soap solution mixture of 1 tablespoon 2 cl liquid soap and 1 quart liter of water in a spray bottle e Paper towels cotton cloth or terrycloth normal facial tissue e Denatured alcohol e Regular acetone and reagent grade acetone e Cotton swabs e Lens cleaner supplied e Setof Allen wrenches sized from 050 to 3 16 inch BASIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Optics A visual inspe
49. rinter Driver Windows XP Hardware Interface USB 1 1 Dimensions 26 Wide x 25 Deep x 14 Height 34 Wide x 25 Deep x 14 Height 660 4mm x 635mm x 355 6 863 6mm x 635mm x 355 6 System Weight System 85 lbs 38 kg System 100 106 Ibs 45 48 kg Laser Cartridge Weight 25 30 Watt 20 Ibs 9 kg 40 Watt 23 Ibs 10 kg 50 Watt 26 Ibs 12 kg Available Options Cart Integrated Air Cleaner Rotary Fixture Air Assist Compressed Air Cutting Table Focus Lens Kits opecifications subject to change without notice Table of Contents Section 1 Safety D scription of Appropriate USO uiu odo oninia fett 1 1 General Sally dessin mU en MD nM 1 1 Laser oE E 1 2 MEM HH S 1 2 EU Gompliariee GEB oett esate eG ae oO 1 4 gejerdrenelige me pec T 1 5 aie jesse TC 1 5 Section 2 Step By Step Installation Establishing a Proper Operating 2 1 Providing a Suitable Electrical Power 2 1 Extracting Fumes and Parliculales avant 2 1 Computer and Operating System coniac ieren e a ae CE 2 2 Recommended Software Programs ee E ue et 2 3 Unpacking and Assembling the VersaLASER 2 3 The VersaLASER Software Installation CD ROM
50. rst begin to pull it forward Section 4 2 BASIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Z2 Mirror e Locate the 2 Mirror Holder red Grasp its protruding handle with your thumb and forefinger and Slide it out It is held in place by magnets so you may feel a slight resistance when you begin to slide it out The picture reveals the backside of the mirror e Turn the 2 Mirror Holder over and inspect the optic for visual contamination Clean as necessary Re insert the 2 Mirror Holder by sliding it into the mounting slot until it stops NOTE Installing the mirror backwards will cause the handle to protrude in such a way that the X axis Arm cover will not close properly and will destroy the mirror once the laser beam penetrates the backside of the mirror so be sure that you re install the mirror correctly Z3 Mirror and Focus Lens 1 Focus Carriage 1 3 Mirror 2 Thumbscrews 2 2 Focus Lens 3 Front Cover Plate red e Loosen the two thumbscrews completely They are held captive by retaining clips so they will not come out all the way e Grasp the Front Cover Plate Gently slide it forward and out of the Focus Carriage e Inspect the 3 Mirror and focus lens and clean as necessary Be sure to inspect the top and bottom side of the Focus Lens Section 4 3 BASIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Beam Window The Beam Window is where the laser beam enters into the processing area It is located in the upper left hand corner towards the rear of th
51. sing the door power off the VersaLASER and contact our Technical Support Department immediately DO NOT use the device until the problem has been corrected Fuse Replacement If the power input fuses are blown this indicates that there is a problem with a component inside the VersaLASER and that component must be repaired or replaced otherwise the replacement fuses will blow also Please contact our Customer Support Department if the fuses blow The fuses are located on the bottom of the power input plug receptacle To remove and check or replace the fuses use a small screwdriver or your fingernails to push the two retaining tabs arrows toward each other and pull out the fuse holder Pull out the two fuses from the holder and check them with an ohmmeter or for visual damage When reinstalling the fuses be sure to push the holder in all the way until it clicks into position Section 4 5 BASIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Cooling Fan Filters 1 Side cooling fan filter inside cover 4 Lift the cover straight up and off 2 Hear cooling fan filter inside cover 3 Rear cover mounting screws The side 1 and rear 2 cooling fan filters are located inside the Rear Cover To access them remove the two mounting screws 3 underneath the rear of the system Lift the cover straight up and off Locate the filters on the inside of the cover not shown Remove the plastic retainer and the filter media Rinse the filter media with soap and wat
52. t this entire manual be read before attempting to use the device The manual includes important information about safety assembly use troubleshooting and basic maintenance How To Get Help Before contacting our Technical Support Department make sure that you have read this entire manual as well as any other accompanying manuals included with your laser system Step 1 Try to recreate the problem and write down the circumstances in which the problem occurred Try to recall if the problem began all of a sudden worsened over time or began after you performed any recent maintenance Also be prepared to describe all pertinent information about the computer being used such as graphics software VersaLASER Controller software version computer operating system and computer type configuration and accessories Step 2 Make sure that you have the serial number available The serial number tag is located on the back of the machine next to the exhaust port It can also be found located in the ABOUT tab of the VersaLASER Controller software We may not be able to assist you without this number Step 3 Contact your local VersaLASER reseller If possible call from a phone that is close to the VersaLASER so that it can be operated while speaking on the telephone Step 4 If your local VersaLASER reseller cannot assist you and you would like to use our FREE email based support system log on to our website www VersaLASER com Click on the T
53. t works This device contains a pre filter to remove coarse larger particulates a HEPA filter to remove fine smaller particulates an activated charcoal filter to remove fumes and odors and a high pressure vacuum motor to pull these byproducts through the filters It also serves as a moveable base or stand for the VersaLASER To reduce noise minimize electrical consumption and prolong filter life the CCAC is controlled from the VersaLASER via a USB cable The VersaLASER powers on the CCAC when processing begins and powers it off a few seconds after the processing completes to remove any remaining particulates fumes or smoke NOTE When the filters are reaching their useful life the VCP software will prompt you and inform you how much of a percent of its useful life has expired starting at 85 That would be a good time to reorder filters The air cleaner is recommended only if you have no other choice than to filter the exhaust Keep in mind that it is designed as a light duty device and heavy usage will result in the high consumption rate of the filters Section 5 7 ACCESSORIES Installation Push down on the tabs of the locking casters so that the cart does not roll Obtain the assistance of another person One person should grasp the front of the machine and place his hands where the arrows indicate The other person should stand in the back of the machine and place his hands where the arrows indicate Pick up the VersaL
54. tem The tubing should be smooth walled and have as few 90 degree bends as possible e Install a gate to control airflow and to close off the exhaust from the outside environment when the laser is not in use Place this gate within 5 10 feet from the laser system e Use a short piece of industrial grade wire reinforced rubber tubing to connect the end of the gate to the laser system This will provide mobility and will dampen blower vibrations e Have the blower electrically wired to wall switch in the same room for easy ON OFF control The following diagram shows a typical exhaust system layout Use this as a guideline to proper exhaust system installation NOTE Although this diagram just serves as an example we recommend installation of the exhaust system by a local licensed contractor to meet safety and local code requirements as well as being able to calculate the correct size blower required for your particular installation Length of exhaust pipe exhaust pipe diameter number of 90 degree angles and other restrictions must be calculated when determining the correct exhaust blower unit Installing an undersized or oversized blower is not only unsafe but it can also lead to premature and excessive wear and tear to the laser system as well as premature failure of the blower High Pressure Exhaust Blower Weather proof Cover Rigid Ducting Airflow Gate Reducer 3 inch Diameter Industrial Grade
55. the VCP Basic Operation In this example we are going to etch a simple drinking glass Before loading the glass into the fixture using a Using a caliper or similar measuring device dry erase marker or some other marking device measure the diameter across the area of the glass make a mark on the glass where you would like where you marked Either remember this number the place the TOP CENTER point of the graphic or write it down Section 5 2 ACCESSORIES Lift the lever 1 on the adjustable end of the fixture 2 and slide it to the left out of the way Place the open end of the glass into the cone and slide the adjustable end of the fixture to the right 3 up against the base of the glass so the glass rests firmly centered inside of the inverted cone Apply light pressure to the right only enough force to prevent the glass from slipping while it rotates and push the lever down 1 to lock it in place By hand rotate the cone or the glass until your mark points as straight up as possible The electrical power to the CORA motor is lowered when it is sitting idle so that you can rotate the cone of the fixture easily This is OK and will not damage the CORA Click the Rotary button in the Focus tab of the VCP This will bring the X axis arm directly over the centerline of the fixture and will also turn on the Red Dot pointer Align the Red Dot pointer with the center of your mark by using your mouse to click on the m
56. tool or 5mm wrench attach the needle valve 1 to the port where you removed the plug Be careful not to cross thread the small device when installing and do not over tighten it Attach the AABS 2 to the mounting block using the thumbscrew 3 and making sure that it is adjusted so that it is as high up 4 as possible Section 5 12 ACCESSORIES Power on the VersaLASER Load some scrap material of the same type you intend to process and set focus using the Focus Tool Adjust the angle of the nozzle by loosening the thumbscrew 1 rotating the bracket and re tightening the thumbscrew You can also adjust the height 2 by loosening the mounting thumbscrew making the adjustment and re tightening the thumbscrew Use the Red Dot pointer as your guide to where the laser beam will strike the material WARNING Since the AABS hangs downwards toward the surface of your material and the surface of the table ensure that the motion of the Focus Carriage will not cause the AABS to mechanically interfere with your material or components of the VersaLASER otherwise serious damage may occur Usage If this is the first time using the AABS open the needle valve all the way counter clockwise This will result in maximum airflow To lock the adjustment in place rotate the round locking nut clockwise until it Seats Load and run a job Make sure that the CCCAU unit turns on if purchased or your compressed air source is operating when
57. ty The device contains a sealed carbon dioxide CO2 laser in a Class enclosure that produces intense invisible and visible laser radiation at a wavelength of 10 6 microns in the infrared spectrum For your protection this enclosure is designed to completely contain the CO2 laser beam CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure e The intense light that appears during the etching or cutting process is the product of material combustion or vaporization DO NOT STARE AT THIS LIGHT FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OR ATTEMPT TO VIEW IT WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS e This device contains a visible Red Dot Pointer Class Illa 5mw maximum output 630 680 nm DO NOT STARE AT THIS RED LIGHT FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OR ATTEMPT TO VIEW IT WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS e user access door of this device is safety interlocked and will disable the CO2 laser beam when the access door is opened The Red Dot Pointer is NOT safety interlocked and is activated when the user access door is open e NOT OPERATE THE LASER SYSTEM IF ITS SAFETY FEATURES HAVE BEEN MODIFIED DISABLED OR REMOVED This may lead to exposure to invisible and visible CO2 laser radiation which may cause permanent blindness and or severe burns to the skin Safety Labels CDRH and CE regulations require that all laser manufacturers affix warning labels in specific locations throughout the equipment
58. ve Options as Defaults for New Documents Make sure ALL the options listed are CHECKED then click OK The setup defaults for CorelDRAW12 are now complete Whenever you start a new document all of the default settings that we had setup will automatically apply to the new document Remove the VersaLASER Installation CD ROM from your CD ROM drive and store it either back into the pocket of the rear cover of the manual or in a safe place Section 2 6 TM Section 3 Operation How it Works The VersaLASER uses the intense energy of the laser beam to vaporize material wood plastic etc placed on the VersaLASER work surface by using the technique of etching cutting or scribing the material Etching is the technique where the laser beam traverses left and right etching horizontal lines of material as it steps down the material vertically similar to a laser or inkjet printer Cutting or scribing is the technique in which the laser beam follows a path to cut or mark a desired outline which is similar to a Etching Cutting or Scribing pen plotter The difference between cutting completely passing through the material and scribing the material lightly marking the surface is laser power applied You determine whether you want your artwork etched scribed or cut into the material by the colors you assign to the elements of the objects in your graphic images Black colored filled and shades of black grays or grayscale objects w
59. vertical center of the graphic with the mark you placed on the glass Just make sure that the graphic is positioned within the printable page area at A Jp DIHdVMH9 at j La d r2 Anm Dar Las 88 127 lnc LES us Lem 8 INE Dii an spi were nnne meee ote mater des Cleric qi oup d Section 5 3 ACCESSORIES Printing WARNING The following steps are critical Make sure that you enter the correct information otherwise the VersaLASER might not only adjust the Z axis and scale the graphic incorrectly which can ruin your material but it can also damage itself if the moving parts of the X axis crash into the CORA Print as if you were etching a flat object When the eam Sanaa VersaLASER Settings dialog box pops up choose i Glass Marking your category and type of material as usual In the SEO a ioc ene Fixture section select CORA from the dropdown list and also type in the diameter of the glass that you measured earlier and click print As usual the print job will be stored on your hard disk and become available the VCP as the next job ready to be vercatase Matcial Code processed 1502 Fixture Material Thickness Intensity For each glass that you would like to etch your graphic J ECHE inches IEEE roe in a precise location y
60. water dry the filters and More than once per week In drier areas it is re install If the filters remained relatively clean possible to extend that period Check them at adjust your maintenance schedule accordingly least once per week and adjust your schedule accordingly The sponges may need to be cleaned with soap and water and dried out or replaced Air Assist Cone AAC This accessory also requires the CCCAU operating and NEVER shut off the needle valve completely The lack of pressurized air present in the cone during processing will allow smoke to contaminate the lens and can destroy it within NEVER install the without having the CCCAU installed and WARNING seconds The cone attaches to the base of the Focus Carriage and will force air directly onto the surface of your material to reduce the burning effects of the material from the laser beams intense heat lt also helps disperse the smoke and gases that are created from the processing of materials It contains a needle valve assembly to control airflow through the cone Section 5 10 ACCESSORIES Installation Lower the table down far enough so that you can Using 3 16 socket tool or 5mm wrench attach the attach the cone Power off the VersaLASER needle valve to the port where you removed the hand move the X axis arm and Focus Carriage to plug Be careful not to cross thread the small a comfortable working position in t
61. will need to set focus manually by using the included Focus Tool also explained later e AUTO ZOOM enabled causes the preview window to automatically zoom in until your graphic fills the entire window This only works for the next job that you print e he TUNING number is a value set by the VersaLASER manufacturing factory for your particular machine In the future as your system gets broken in it may be necessary to change this value to sharpen the resulting image Do not change this number unless instructed to do so by our customer support department e he LENS SIZE choice from the dropdown list should be the same as the number printed on the lens assembly on the side of your VersaLASER s Focus Carriage If you change lenses available accessory other than the standard 2 0 then you MUST select the value that matches your installed lens otherwise your VersaLASER will not focus the laser beam properly FOCUS e Manually positions the Focus Carriage to an absolute position in the field to either manually focus the laser beam to the surface of your material instead of using the Autofocus feature or to locate an absolute position within the table area by using the Red Dot pointer To illuminate the Red Dot pointer simply open the user door Using your mouse position the on screen crosshairs to the desired position indicated by the X axis left and Y axis right coordinates next to the crosshair and left clicking once The Focus Carriage w

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