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USER'S MANUAL - Vinyl Grafik Stúdió

1. Unit mm 112 Chapter 8 Appendix 8 4 Main Unit Specification Work area XY work area ry g o amp lt S E as 813 2S ao 23 Bo 1 gt wh N Y 86 8 305 Ls X axis operation stroke and workpiece table dimensions Unit mm Z work area gt SI D C 1 o u FE ig IA C H Leom o O 5 de 2 UU a o Kal S e i TAM P ci go f oy Q Loadable Workpiece thickness o 3 Q N x a o Workpiece table Note Maximum workpiece thickness when the nose unit is used is 38 mm Note The area in which engraving can actually be performed the engraving area is restricted by the length of the installed cutter and the location where the nose unit is installed and is smaller than the range indicated above Unit mm Chapter 8 Appendix 113 8 4 Main Unit Specification Workpiece table Installation area Dimensional Drawing gt IH lo Te 9 wo 1 xe o 5 Els 0 E 1 e o i oO y y A lo 5 119 19 et
2. Le non respect de cette consigne risque de provoquer un incendie un choc lectrique ou des blessures Confier les r parations un technicien ayant la formation requise A PRUDENCE O Ne jamais grimper ni s appuyer sur la machine La machine n est pas con ue pour supporter le poids d une personne Grimper ou s appuyer sur la machine peut d placer des l ments et causer un faux pas ou une chute ce qui causerait des blessures N Pour utiliser en toute s curit A Le poids de cet appareil est de 34 kg 75 Ib NPRUDENCE NPRUDENCE Le d chargement et la mise en place doivent tre faits par au moins personnes Les t ches qui exigent un effort trop grand si elles sont ex cut es par un petit nombre de personnes peuvent tre cause de blessures La chute d articles tr s lourds peut aussi causer des blessures Installer l appareil un endroit stable et plat Installer l appareil un endroit inappropri peut provoquer un accident grave comme le renversement ou la chute A Les d bris de coupe peuvent s enflammer ou pr senter un risque pour la sant NATTENTION A PRUDENCE 9 Ne jamaistenter de couper du magn sium ni aucun autre mat riau inflammable Un incendie pourrait se produire pendant la coupe 9 Ne pas approcher une flamme nue de l espace de travail Les rognures de coupe peuvent s enflammer Les mat riaux pulv ris s sont extr mement inflammab
3. ADJUSTMENT Use gt to select ADJUSTMENT Press lt Evren PAuse gt Press men twice SURFACING O are YOU READY W hen the screen shown at left appears press verras ENTER to start The cutting for surface leveling starts o END before you press returns you to the screen in step Check visually to ensure that no uncut areas remain If uncut areas are present redo the procedure from step O Chapter 5 Feature reference 83 5 4 Menu List Main Menu P 88 Main Menu Descriptions of Menu Items Main display X 0 Y 23000 zo 5000RPM ge XY SPEED Z SPEED lt 60mm s gt lt 30mm s gt HOME VIEW Z1 ZO Z2 l 1 0 OTHERS gt To the Submenu ADJUSTMENT From the Submenu 84 Chapter 5 Feature reference 5 4 Menu List Submenus From the Main menu INPUT SERI USB lt AUTO gt E STOP lt 1 gt 2 DATE Te lt 8 gt E ee PARITY lt NONE gt ODD EVEN BAUDRATE gt 4800 lt 9600 gt HANDSHAKE lt HARD gt XON XOFF To the Main menu lt BAUDRATE 1 O Menu t P 89 1 0 Menu REVOLUTION lt ON gt OFF AUTO Z CONTROL ON ON lt OFF gt ED AUTO Z CONTROL lt 500 gt Z0 Z1 Z2 MEMORY lt ON gt OFF REVOLUTION TIME 1 5 hours To the Main menu Others Menu t P 90 Others Menu X DIS CORREC lt 100 000 gt Gen Y DIS CORREC lt 100 000 gt
4. N ose unit usage Not used Suitable workpiece types Plastic materials Automatic Z axis control Off Spindle rotation On Lock lever position 3 This performs engraving using an end mill This is suitable for creating reliefs and other examples of three dimensional cutting gt End mills and end mill collets are optionally available items I Install the end mill O Insert the end mill into the end mill collet The amount of extension of the end mill tip differs according to the end mill and the aa workpiece type but as a general guide an End mill collet amount of about 20 to 25 millimeters may A work well er 25 mm Endmill Chapter 4 Engraving 71 4 7 Cutter Installation Method 4 End mill O Install the collet with the attached end mill Loosely tighten the collet with end mill Insert the collet with end mill into the spindle unit from below then while hold ing the spindle unit immobile with a wrench tighten loosely Wrench Spindle unit Collet with end mill Fully tighten the collet with end mill Using two wrenches tighten the collet fully The appropriate tightening torque is 3 2 N m 32kgf cm W rench Set the lock lever at the 3 position The spindle head is secured in place tx P 82 The Position of the Lock Lever Lock lever Lift up 72 Chapter 4 Engraving 4 7 Cutter Installatio
5. This message may also be displayed when a faulty connection in the connector cable to the computer occurs Eliminate the causes then redo the operation from the beginning If this message continues to appear contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer te P 40 Starting and Quitting p 50 Stopping Cutting W rong Number of Parameters The number of parameters for a command received from the computer was incorrect Pressing pauses the machine Because unin tended operation may occur we recommend using the pause menu displayed on the screen to select STOP and quit operation Check to make sure the program you re using is compatible with the machine te P 50 Stopping Cutting Bad Parameter The parameter for a command received from the computer was out of range Pressing pauses the machine Because unin tended operation may occur we recommend using the pause menu displayed on the screen to select STOP and quit operation Check to make sure the program you re using is compatible with the machine te P 50 Stopping Cutting 7 3 Responding to an Error Message Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 105 106 Chapter 8 Appendix 8 1 Examples of Settings for Cutting Parameters Example Settings This machine lets you perform cutting using a wide variety of workpiece materials and cutters However the optimal cutting parameters that yield the desired cutting results for these comb
6. 40 millimeters thick can be accommodated gt Accommodates a wide variety of engraving materials The machine can engrave a wide range of workpiece materials from plastics acrylics and other resin based materials to light metals such as aluminum and brass gt Designed for ease of use You control machine operation using a handy panel that is separate from the machine This lets you control the machine from a location affording a clear view of the workpiece and tool You can also make the settings for the machine simply and easily while viewing the display screen on the handy panel gt Automatic Z control feature The machine offers an automatic Z control feature that makes possible engraving at a uniform depth even on workpieces with wavy surfaces Trackable undulation height gentle undulations of about 1 millimeter gt High levels of safety A front cover and an emergency stop button are standard features of the machine Chapter 1 Getting Started 1 2 Part Names and Functions Front and Interior Spindle head Lock lever This locks or unlocks the spindle head t P 82 The Position of the Lock Lever g gt Front cover E To ensure safety opening this during engraving Spindle unit or spindle rotation causes an emergency stop to occur ss P 39 Emergency Stop Due to Opening or Clos ing the Front Cover Emergency Stop but ton Pressing this stops
7. 71 8 60 As 60 gle 60 L 60 71 5 23 5 4 M4 TAP 21 M5 TAP Unit mm 114 Chapter 8 Appendix Main Specifications 8 4 Main Unit Specification EGX 350 W orkpiece table size Width x depth 305 x 230 mm 12 x 9 1 in X Y and Z operation strokes X Y and Z 305 x 230 x 40 mm 12 x 9 1 x 1 6 in X Y and Z axis drive system Stepping motor 3 axis simultaneous control O perating speed X and Y axes 0 1 to 60 mm sec 0 004 to 2 4 in sec Z axis 0 1 to 30 mm sec 0 004 to 1 2 in sec Software resolution 0 01 mm step or 0 025 mm step 0 0004 in step or 0 001 in step Mechanical resolution X and Y axes 0 0025 mm step 0 0001 in step Z axis 0 00125 mm step 0 0005 in step Spindle motor brushless DC motor maximum 50 W Spindle speed 5 000 to 20 000 rom Tool chuck Cutter holder collet method Loadable workpiece thickness Maximum 40 mm 1 6 in 38 mm 1 5in when nose unit is used Interface USB compliant with U niversal Serial Bus Specification Revision 1 1 Serial RS 232C compliant Internal memory capacity 2MB Control command set RML 1 Required power supply amperage Voltage and frequency AC 100 to 120 V 220 to 240 V 10 50 60 Hz overvolt age category II IEC 60664 1 Required power capacity 1 3 A 100 to 120 V 0 6 A 220 to 240 V Power consumption 122 W O perating noise During op
8. 8 2 Location of Power Rating and Serial Number Label 109 8 3 Interface Specific OS iia 110 Serial Connector na ses 110 Expansion Connector A ada 111 8 4 Main Unit Specifications a a aa aia 112 Dimensions of OU iii id 112 Wo iii o A reis 113 Workpiece table Installation area Dimensional Drawing 114 Main Specifications miii cd e cd ee erh 115 System Requirements for USB Connection us 115 Company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Copyright O 2007 Roland DG Corporation http www rolanddg co jp To Ensure Safe Use Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property Points which must be observed to prevent such injury or damade are described as follows About WARNING and Z CAUTION Notices Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe NWARN ING injury should the unit be used impro perly Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly CAUTIO N Note 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 pets About the Symbols The A symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle The symbol at left m
9. Corp dealer Never place any flammable object nearby Never use a combustible aerosol spray nearby Never use in any location where gases can accumulate Combustion or explosion may be a danger Handle the power cord plug and electri cal outlet correctly and with care Never use any article that is damaged Using a damaged article may result in fire or electrical shock When using an extension cord or power strip use one that adequately satisfiesthe machine s ratings for voltage frequency and current Use of multiple electrical loads on a single elec trical outlet or of a lengthy extension cord may cause fire W hen the machine will be out of use for a prolonged period disconnect the power cord This can prevent accidents in the event of cur rent leakage or unintended startup Connect to ground This can prevent fire or electrical shock due to current leakage in the event of malfunction Position so that the power plug is within immediate reach at all times This is to enable quick disconnection of the power plug in the event of an emergency Install the machine next to an electrical outlet Also provide enough empty space to allow immedi ate access to the electrical outlet Never use cutting oil This machine is not designed for the flow of cutting oil O il may get inside the machine and cause fire or electrical shock Never use a pneumatic blower This machine is not comp
10. E er re EIER 24 Chapter 2 Installation and Setup uuannunnsannuannunnunnnuanuunnunnnunnuunnunnnunnunnnnnnuunnunnnunnuunnunnnannunnnnnnunnnune 25 2 1 Checking the Included Items inner 26 2 2 Installation About Emplacement and Installation 204ssrsrnnennnennennennennnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnen nennen nennen 27 Installation Environments en nc er ern 27 Unpackindssssitr sense ein essen Ras 29 2 3 Cable Connections visitada aire 30 Connecting the Handy Panel er entf nn 30 Connecting the Power Cord iii 31 Connecting a Computer Via a Communication Cable 32 2 4 Selecting the language essen add id 33 Selecting the Language Used for Text on the Display Screen 33 2 5 Before Starting Operations miii ao 35 Spindle RUN IN Warm Up icons dci da dec dd dc E 35 Chapter 3 Basic Operation mnnmnennnnnnnnnennnnennenennennnennnnennneneennennennnnnns 37 3 1 Types of Emergency Stops to Ensure Safety 38 How to Perform an Emergency Stop is 38 To Cancel an Emergency Stop iii 38 Emergency Stop Due to Opening or Closing the Front Cover 39 3 2 Starting AQUI ii aa 40 How to Start the Machine viciosa sn lb 40 SKUO WN nes ne A RS AA En Ne re Rte RE tees catahoin 41 3 3 Using the Handy Panel 2 sapin penia a EEA a 42 3 4 Movingthe Cutter Terms Indicating the Cutter Position su 43 Viewingithe Cutter Posicion Has Di 43 Manual O een are en feier ges 44 Moving to a Specific Position Automatically ueeseerseerseersnennen
11. IE BRAC ES Arriere Attention voltage lev Il peut tre dangereux de retirer le couvercle puisqu il y aurait des risques de chocs lectriques ou d lectrocution a cause du voltage lev 17 Important Notes on Handling and Use This machine is a precision device To ensure the full performance of this machine be sure to observe the following important points Failure to observe these may not only result in loss of performance but may also cause malfunction or breakdown This machine is a precision device Handle carefully and never subject the machine to impact or excessive force gt Use within the range of specifications Diligently keep clean of cutting waste gt N ever needlessly touch anywhere inside the machine except for locations specified in this manual Install in a suitable location gt Install in a location that meets the specified conditions for temperature relative humidity and the like gt Install in a quiet stable location offering good operating conditions gt N ever install in out of doors This machine becomes hot N ever cover the ventilation holes with cloth tape or anything else gt Install in a well ventilated location About Cutters gt Use a cutter that is suitable for the workpiece and the cutting method gt The tip of the cutter is breakable Handle with care being careful not to drop i
12. appareil et causer des blessures Faire preuve de prudence pour viter l crasement ou le coincement La main ou les doigts peuvent tre cras s ou coinc s s ils entrent en contact avec certaines surfaces par inadvertance Faire preuve de pru dence pendant l utilisation de l appareil Attention outil de coupe L outil de coupe est ac r Faire preuve de pru dence pour viter les blessures Attention temp ratures lev es L outil de coupe et le moteur chauffent Faire preuve de prudence pour viter un incendie ou des brdlures N Pour utiliser en toute s curit AN Risque de d charge ou de choc lectrique d lectrocution ou d incendie NATTENTION NATTENTION Brancher une prise lectrique conforme aux caract ristiques de cet appareil ten Sion fr quence et courant Une tension incorrecte ou un courant insuffisant peuvent causer un incendie ou un choc lectrique Caract ristiques Never use out of doors or in any location amp where exposure to water or high humid itymay occur Never touch with wet hands Doing so may result in fire or electrical shock Ne jamais ins rer d objet tranger dans l appareil Ne jamais exposer l appareil aux d versements de liquides L insertion d objets comme des pi ces de monnaie ou des allumettes ou le d versement de liquides dans les orifices de ventilation peuvent causer un incendie ou un choc lectrique Si un
13. connection was made using the correct procedure t Roland Software Package Software Guide Are the parameter settings for communication with the computer correct The machine cannot communicate with the computer if the parameters for communication with the computer are not set correctly Switch the power off and back on revise the settings such as the communication parameters for the pro gram you re using to make sure the settings are correct then redo the operation from the beginning r P 85 Submenus Isn t an error message displayed in the display screen r P 104 Responding to an Error Message Abnormal cutting is performed Is the location of the origin set correctly Check whether the origin has been set correctly An incor rect origin location may result in cutting at an unintended position te P 56 through 71 Cutter Installation Method 1 through Cut ter Installation Method 4 and p 75 Setting the XY Origin Point Home Position The spindle doesn t rotate during engraving Is REVOLUTION set to the ON setting Go to the OTHERS menu and set REVO LUTION to ON Descent doesn t stop when automatic Z control is on Switch off the main power and shut down the machine Next make sure that automatic Z control is set to ON and that the lock lever is at the 1 or 2 position If the same problem persists even when the setting for automatic Z control and the position of the
14. eau toucher le c ble la fiche ou la prise prise La poussi re peut causer un incendie N Pour utiliser en toute s curit Des vignettes d avertissement sont appos es pour qu il soit facile de rep rer les zones dangereuses La signification des vignettes est donn e ci dessous Respecter les avertissements Ne jamais retirer les vignettes et ne pas les laisser s encrasser Haut A BV sl Attention Risque de pincement Faire attention de ne pas coincer les doigts pendant le chargement du support ou lors de la fermeture du couvercle Avant int rieur A Attention risque de pincement Un contact pendant le A fonctionnement peut g coincer la main ou les doigts ce qui risque de causer des blessures Ne jamais utiliser d air sous pression Cet appareil n est pas con u pour tre nettoy l aide d un appareil soufflant Des rognures de coupe peuvent s infiltrer l int rieur et causer un incendie ou un choc lectrique y Attention outil coupant Un contact imprudent risque d entra ner une blessure WARNING To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand user s manual AVERTISSEMENT Afin de r duire le risque de blessures l utilisateur doit lire et bien comprendre le mode d emploi BS HREMH CHE BMX YIP
15. gt While engraving is in progress you can pause operation and adjust the feed rate for the cutter You adjust the feed rate by specifying a ratio of change rela tive to the present feed rate This feature is called override The feed rate can be adjusted only within the machine s settable feed rate range If a feed rate that falls outside the settable range is set by an override the actual feed rate is limited to the maximum or minimum feed rate gt Settable change ratio 10 to 200 in steps of 10 gt Settable range for feed rate X and Y axis directions 0 1 to 60 mm sec 0 004 to 2 4 in sec Z axis direction 0 1 to 30 mm sec 0 004 to 1 2 in sec HOME VIEW Z1 zo Z2 The spindle head moves to the selected location te P 45 Moving to a Specific Position A uto matically 1 0 OTHERS ADJUSTMENT These call up the corresponding submenus c P 89 1 0 Menu p 90 O thers Menu p 91 Adjustment Menu 88 Chapter 5 Feature reference 5 5 Description of Menu Items I O Menu Submenu This selects the communication port for communication with the computer and makes the settings for the communi cation parameters when using a serial connection When you re using a USB connection simply selecting the com munication port completes the settings you have to make The setting menus for items other than the communication port are displayed only when SERI or AUTO has been selected as the communica
16. if dropped such items may cause injury Install in a location that is level and stable Installation in an unsuitable location may cause an accident including a fall or tipover AN The cutting waste or workpiece may catch fire or pose a health hazard NWARNING NCAUTION 9 Never attempt to cut magnesium or any other such flammable material Fire may occur during cutting Oo Keep open flame away from the work area Cutting waste may ignite Powdered material is extremely flammable and even metal material may catch fire When using a vacuum cleaner to take up cutting waste exercise caution to prevent fire or dust explosion Taking up fine cuttings using an ordinary vacuum cleaner may cause danger of fire or explosion Check with the manufacturer of the vacuum cleaner W hen the safety of use cannot be de termined clean using a brush or the like with out using the vacuum cleaner Wear dust goggles and a mask W ash away any cutting waste remaining on the hands Accidentally swallowing or inhaling cutting waste may be hazardous to the health NTo Ensure Safe Use A Danger of pinching entanglement and burns Z WARNING Z WARNING 9 N ever attempt operation while wearing a necktie necklace loose clothing or gloves Bind long hair securely Such items may become caught in the machine resulting in injury Securely fasten the cutting tool and work piece in place After securing i
17. in the event of malfunc tion Connect to an electrical outlet Never connect directly to a power distribution panel or other such fixed wiring equipment Doing so increases the hazard of fire or electrical shock This machine requires a single phase commercial power outlet which rated at 1 3 A or higher for 100 to 120 V or 0 6 A or higher for 220 to 240 V Right side A qm Opm x Electrical outlet Y Y Y Y 7 7 Y Y 2 No Power cable Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 31 32 2 3 Cable Connections Connecting a Computer Via a Communication Cable USB cable At this time keep the cable unconnected until you carry out this operation Follow the instructions in the separate Roland Software Package Software Guide to make the connection t P 19 About the Documentation for This Machine N ever connect two or more machines to one computer gt Use a shielded USB cable having a length of 3 m 10 ft or less N ever use a USB hub USB cable Az Left side qo of At this time keep the cable un connected until you carry out this operation Serial cable Using a serial cable requires making the settings for the communication parameters with the computer For the serial cable use a separately available XY RS 34 from R
18. is not uniform when using the nose unit 100 The cutting in depth is not uniform when not using the nose unit ueeeseersneennennnnnnnneennne nenn 100 The cutter leaves tracks at places where cutting in starts or where lines change direction 100 An engraved bottom surface is rough or burring remains zsrmeserneennennnnnnsnnnnnennennnnn nenn nennen 100 Engraved lines are uneven OF Way rro 100 7 2 Troubleshooting O peration inner 101 The power does not COME ON een ad ea 101 Initialization is not performed or initialization fails nn 101 Contents O perations are MO ci ii fs onen 101 Abnormal cutting is performed 101 The spindle doesn t rotate during engraving uneesssnseersnennnnnnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnen nennen nennen ann 101 Descent doesn t stop when automatic Z control is on 101 The USB cable came loose during engraving 22rnsennennnnnnnnennnennnennnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nennen nennen 102 7 3 Respondingto a Message 7 4 Responding to an Error Message nenneenenneennneennnenennennssennnseennnennnnensnrennnnennnennnnenennn nenne ennnenanenarenn 104 Chapter 8 Appendix nunnsannunnunnnuanuunnunnuunnunnnannunnunnnunnunnnuannannunnnunnunnnannunnnnnnnannannnannunneannannnannannunnnn 107 8 1 Examples of Settings for Cutting Parameters annant 108 Example Settings ea nennen 108 TIPS TOC NN AN En ee AE ada ee Rene 108
19. lock lever are correct the cause may be a motor error or the like Switch off the main power to shut down the machine and contact your autho rized Roland DG Corp dealer re P 40 Starting and Quitting p 82 The Position of the Lock Lever p 90 Others Menu Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 101 7 2 Troubleshooting O peration The USB cable came loose during engraving If the machine succeeded in receiving all the engraving data the engraving is carried out to the end of the operation If the machine did not receive all the engraving data engraving is carried out for the portion received and then the cutter rises and stops at a location away from the workpiece The mes sage Command Not Recognized may be displayed at this time If this happens switch off the power and redo the op eration from the beginning P 40 Starting and Quitting p 104 Responding to an Error Message 102 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 7 3 Responding to a Message These are the most common messages that appear on the machine s display to prompt correct operation They do not indicate any error Follow the prompts and take action accordingly Please close the cover Close the front cover To ensure safety the machine does not operate when the front cover is open However operations using the move ment buttons on the handy panel are possible while the cover is open Stop performing COVER OPEN Close the front cover The fr
20. mm RESOLUTION lt 0 01mm gt 0 025mm This selects a resolution that matches the program used to create the engraving data When you re performing output from the included Windows based driver set this to 0 1mm gt Default setting 0 01 mm OVER AREA lt CONTINUE gt PAUSE The cutter stops moving when a command is received that specifies movement outside the range of operation for the X and Y axes Movement starts again when a command to return from that location to the range of operation is re ceived You can select either of the following as the response taken when this occurs gt CONTINUE When a command for return to the range of operation is received operation resumes immediately gt PAUSE When a command for return to the range of operation is received operation is paused and the Pause menu appears on the display screen Use the opera tion panel to select the operation to perform thereafter t P 49 Pausing and Resuming Cutting D efault setting CONTINUE Chapter 5 Feature reference 5 5 Description of Menu Items Z0 Z1 Z2 MEMORY lt ON gt OFF This selects whether the ZO Z1 and Z2 locations are saved in memory on the machine gt Default setting ON r P 78 Executing Repeated Cutting p 92 0 rigin setting Menu REVOLUTION TIME 1 5 hours This displays the working time of the spindle motor Use it as a guide for deter mining the service life of the spindle un
21. not to subject it to strong impact STO IN IM Spindle head 4 Remove retainers B and C Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 29 2 3 Cable Connections Connecting the Handy Panel Make sure the power to the machine is switched off before attempting to connect or disconnect cables Connecting the handy panel while the power is on makes the handy panel unusable Left side Insert fully and securely Ss 00 Ez Handy panel Cable clamp 30 Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 2 3 Cable Connections Connecting the Power Cord NWARNING NWARNING NWARNING NWARNING NWARNING Connect to an electrical outlet that complies with this machine s ratings for volt age and frequency Incorrect voltage or insufficient current may cause fire or electrical shock Handle the power cord plug and electrical outlet correctly and with care Never use any article that is damaged Using a damaged article may result in fire or electrical shock When using an extension cord or power strip use one that adequately satisfies the machine s ratings for voltage frequency and current Use of multiple electrical loads on a single electrical outlet or of a lengthy extension cord may cause fire Connect to ground This can prevent fire or electrical shock due to current leakage
22. objet ou du liquide s infiltre dans l appareil d brancher imm diatement le c ble d alimentation et communiquer avec le repr sentant Roland DG autoris Ne jamais placer d objet inflammable a proximit de l appareil Ne jamais utiliser de produit inflammable en a rosol proximit de l appareil Ne jamais utiliser l appareil dans un endroit o des gaz peuvent s accumuler Une combustion ou une explosion pourraient se produire O Mise a la terre La mise la terre peut pr venir un incendie ou un choc lectrique dus a une fuite de courant en cas de d faillance Manipuler le cable d alimentation la fiche et la prise lectrique correctement et avec soin N e jamais utiliser un article endommag car cela pourrait causer un incendie ou un choc lectrique Si une rallonge ou une bande d alimentation lectrique sont utilis es s assurer qu elles correspondent aux caract ristiques de l appareil tension fr quence et courant L utilisation de plusieurs charges lectriques sur une prise unique ou une longue rallonge peut causer un incendie Si l appareil doit rester inutilis pendant une longue p riode d brancher le c ble d alimentation Cela peut pr venir les accidents en cas de fuite de courant ou de d marrage accidentel Placer l appareil de fa on ce que la fiche soit facile d acc s en tout temps Ainsi l appareil pourra tre d branch rapidement e
23. on the included Roland Software Package CD ROM EngraveStudio User s Manual electronic format manual This is the documentation for using the included three dimensional relief engraving program It describes the steps from designing text and shapes to engrave on wooden signs and the like through to the engraving opera tions Read it if you re using this program The manual is in electronic format and no printed document is included You can find it on the included Roland EngraveStudio CD ROM Virtual MODELA User s Manual electronic format manual This is the documentation for a program that creates previews by simulating cutting using 3D Engrave It de scribes all the steps from receiving data created using 3D Engrave to simulation of cutting operations Read it if you re using this program The manual is in electronic format and no printed document is included You can find it on the included Roland Software Package CD ROM 19 20 Chapter 1 Getting Started 21 22 1 1 Machine Highlights Features gt Engraving and relief cutting on a single machine This machine achieves expressive high quality engraving of a wide range of types from flat engraving to three dimensional reliefs gt Outstanding basic performance The spacious operating area measuring 40 millimeters high by 305 millimeters wide by 230 millimeters deep and the high speed spindle that turns at up to 20 000 rpm make for rapid engraving Workpieces up to
24. paused first make sure that rotation of the spindle is stopped For safety opening the front cover while the spindle is turning makes the machine perform an emergency stop Be sure to note that if this happens it s necessary to quit the operation and start over from the beginning P 39 Emergency Stop Due to O pening or Closing the Front Cover Other operations possible while paused gt Starting or stopping spindle rotation es P 47 Starting and Stopping Spindle Rotation gt Changing the spindle speed ex P 48 Adjusting the Spindle Speed gt Changing the feed rate of the cutter es P 77 Adjusting the Cutter Feed Rate During Engraving O verride Stopping Cutting This stops cutting through operation using the handy panel Unlike pausing operation cutting cannot be resumed Procedure W hile cutting is in progress press Movement of the cutter pauses Rotation of the spindle does not stop at this time 0 Pause On The display screen shown at left appears MIEW CONT STOP O STEH Use to select STOP O Press to confirm VIEW CONT STOP f j The cutter moves to the highest location on the Z axis then stops If the spindle is rotating its rotation stops here 50 Chapter 3 Basic Operation Chapter 4 Engraving 51 i 4 1 Flow of Engraving Operations O N I Startup Switch on the power switch to startthe machine t
25. 0 Main V XXX Note XXX indicates the version number of the machine s firmware 40 Chapter 3 Basic Operation 3 2 Starting and Quitting O W hen the screen shown in the figure at left appears after Hit ENTER approximately three seconds press Eers The spindle head moves to a location on the inner left side of the machine This operation is called initialization The default for the language used for on screen display is English To change the display language to Japanese refer to the page indi cated below and change the language setting A re P 33 Selecting the Language Used for Text on the Display Screen X 0 Y 23000 When initialization ends the screen changes to a display like that Z 0 5000RPM shown at left the mainscreen This completes initialization Main screen Make sure the machine is not in opera tion then turn off the power switch The display screen on the handy panel goes dark Chapter 3 Basic Operation 41 42 SPINDLE CONTROL HIGH MENU Button Pressing this changes the menu screen Also pressing this when atthe origin setting menu returns the screen to the coordinate display view the main menu Indication used in this manual menu Enter Pause button This executes a selected on screen tem or confirms a selected tem or value Confirming an item or value displays the set ting enclosed betw
26. 1 full turn 0 635 mm 0 025 in An amount of 4 to 8 scale ticks corre sponds to 0 1 to 0 2 mm 0 004 to 0 008 in Secure the nose unit in place with the retaining screw This completes the installation of the cutter Go on to page 75 Setting the XY Origin Point Home Position Pa 8 Point Storage methods for diameter 3 175 mm cutters Remove the entire cutter holder assembly from the spindle unit When you want to perform repeated use while keeping the amount of extension of the cutter tip constant then once you ve decided on the amount of extension we recommend removing the cutter holder and cutter from the spindle unit without separating them from one another Storing the assembly without changing the position of the cutter holder elimi nates the need to determine the amount of cutter extension each time with every use Note however that this method cannot be used with the included diameter 4 36 millimeter solid collet 4 Store without changing the position of the cutter holder Chapter 4 Engraving 4 4 Cutter Installation Method 1 With Nose Unit Important NotesW hen Using the Nose Unit Amount of Height DisplacementT hat Can BeTracked When automatic Z control is set to ON then as long as the tip of the nose unit is in contact with the surface of the workpiece the cutting in depth can be kept uniform even if the height of the material changes However there is a
27. Adapter for Chip Cleaning The cutting in depth isnot uniform when not usingthe nose unit Try revising the cutting parameters as described below gt If possible perform engraving while using the nose unit te P 56 Cutter Installation Method 1 gt Is the surface of the workpiece level Revise the mounting method and other such factors to mount the workpiece so that its surface is level Also if the flatness or levelness of the workpiece table is an issue carry out surface level ing for the workpiece table t P 83 Surface Leveling of the Workpiece Table gt Is automatic Z control set to ON with the lock lever at position 3 t P 62 Cutter Installation Method 2 p 82 The Position of the Lock Lever gt Is the cutter holder tool retaining screw or collet loose t P 62 Cutter Installation Method 2 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting The cutter leaves tracks at places where cuttingrin starts or where lines change direction AB Try revising the cutting parameters as described below gt The spindle rotating speed is too slow with respect to the feed rate Try reducing the spindle speed te P 48 Adjusting the Spindle Speed gt Is the cutter worn Try replacing the cutter An engraved bottom surface is rough or burring remains Try revising the cutting parameters as described below gt The spindle rotating speed is too slow with respect to the feed rate Try increasing the spindle
28. Corp dealer The table below shows samples of cutter usage including use with or without a nose unit Important Use diameter 4 36 mm cutters at speeds of 15 000 rpm or lower Use at higher speeds poses danger of damage to the spindle unit due to vibration Cutter Character cutter Flat cutter 1 W ith nose unit Engraving acrylic and other plastic plates 2 es P 56 Cutter Installation Method 1 No nose unit Engraving plates of aluminum or brass 4 Three dimensional engraving and creating re liefs using plastic materials P 62 Cutter Installation Method 2 Diamond scraper 4 Unsuitable Scribing plates of aluminum or brass 3 r P 67 Cutter Installation Method 3 End mill 4 4 Unsuitable Creating reliefs and performing 3D cutting 1 Diameter 4 36 millimeter cutters are optionally available items 2 Use of the nose unit is not suitable for fill engraving at a width greater than the diameter of the nose unit tip t P 61 Important N otes W hen Using the N ose Unit 3 This is an optionally available item Also the diameter 4 36 millimeter diamond scraper cannot be used with the included solid collet Provide a dedicated collet for diamond scrapers separately 4 This is an optionally available item Provide a dedicated end mill collet separately using plastic material t P 71 Cutter Installation Method 4 Chapter 4 Engraving 55 4 4 Cutter Installat
29. Engraving 75 4 9 Performing Engraving Performing Engraving Make sure the following tasks have all been completed then sent the engraving data from the computer and perform engraving gt Mounting a Workpiece te P 54 Mounting a W orkpiece gt Cutter Installation r P 56 through 71 Cutter Installation Method 1 through Cutter Installation Method 4 gt Setting the XY Origin Point te P 75 Setting the XY Origin Point Home Position For information about creating engraving data refer to the documentation for the program you re using to create the data 76 Chapter 4 Engraving 4 9 Performing Engraving Adjusting the Cutter Feed Rate During Engraving Override W hile engraving is in progress you can pause operation and adjust the feed rate for the cutter You adjust the feed rate by specifying a ratio of change relative to the present feed rate This feature is called override The feed rate can be adjusted only within the machine s settable feed rate range If a feed rate that falls outside the settable range is set by an override the actual feed rate is limited to the maximum or minimum feed rate Procedure O While engraving is in progress press i Engraving pauses r P 54 Mounting a Workpiece O SPEED OVERRIDE Press Gew lt 100 gt Use and Y to set the ratio for feed rate adjus
30. Gan SURFACING GO y Adjustment menu P 91 Adjustment Menu Chapter 5 Feature reference 85 5 4 Menu List Origin setting Menu P 92 Origin setting Menu Descriptions of Menu Items Main menu Y 23000 5000RPM SET HOME POS 0 0 SET Z1 Z0 Z2 DOWN 200 SET Z1 ZO 22 SET Z1 ZO Z2 SURFACE 3000 UP 200 To the Main menu Pause Menu r P 93 Pause Menu Descriptions of Menu Items Main menu Y 23000 5000RPM Pause On VIEW CONT STOP SPEED OVERRIDE lt 100 gt 86 Chapter 5 Feature reference 5 4 Menu List Copy Menu re P 93 Copy Menu Descriptions of Menu Items Main menu Y 23000 5000RPM Copy GO CANCEL CLEAR ue To the Main menu Chapter 5 Feature reference 87 5 5 Description of Menu Items Main Menu c P 84 Main Menu Menu List Y 23000 5000RPM oo This is the main screen This screen is displayed at startup and when executing cutting When AUTO Z CONTROL isset to ON the Z axis coordinate display changes to AUTO When REVOLUTION is set to OFF the spindle speed display changes to S OFF t P 90 O thers Menu x 0 Y_23000 Note When AUTO Z CONTROL is set to ON is l Z AUTO S OFF gt displayed to the right of Z during Z axis origin detection XY SPEED Z SPEED lt 60mm s gt lt 30mm s
31. Lever 3 Make the settings for spindle speed and Z axis control O o OTHERS ADJUSTMENT 9 REVOLUTION lt ON gt OFF AUTO Z CONTROL lt ON gt OFF SET lock lever to 1 or 2 O AUTO Z CONTROL UP lt 500 gt O xo Y 23000 5000RPM Chapter 4 Engraving Press ue several times to display the screen shown at left Use and to select OTHERS Press lt ENTeR PAUSED Press to select ON Press to confirm Press Gen Use to select ON The machine automatically determines the Z axis origin during cutting accord ing to the height of the workpiece Press to confirm The message shown at left is displayed for three seconds and then the original screen returns Press ueno Use and Y to select the value This makes the setting for the distance the cutter rises from the Z axis origin point during cutting the cut out amount When making this setting take into account the shape of the workpiece and the time required for movement Press to confirm Press menu several times to return to the main screen The Z axis coordinate display changes to AUTO 4 4 Cutter Installation Method 1 With Nose Unit 4 Install the cutter and make the setting for the cutting in depth 0 Use gt A lower th
32. No Nose Unit Q Point Storage methods for diameter 3 175 mm cutters When you want to perform repeated use while keeping the amount of extension of the cutter tip constant then once you ve decided on the amount of extension we recommend removing the cutter holder and cutter from the spindle unit without separating them from one another Storing the assembly without changing the position of the cutter holder elimi nates the need to determine the amount of cutter extension each time with every use Note however that this method cannot be used with the included diameter 4 36 millimeter solid collet A v Remove the entire cutter holder assembly from the spindle unit Store without changing the position of the cutter holder 66 Chapter 4 Engraving 4 6 Cutter Installation Method 3 Diamond Scraper Installing a Diamond Scraper Z WARNING Never inadvertently touch the computer or handy panel while performing this task Unintended operation of the machine may result in injury Z WARN ING Securely fasten the cutting tool and in place After securing in place make sure no wrenches or other articles have inadvertently been left behind Otherwise such articles may be thrown from the machine with force posing a risk of injury Z CAUTION Caution cutting tool The cutting tool is sharp To avoid injury exercise caution Type of cutter used Diamond scraper N ose unit usage Not Used Suitable wor
33. P 40 How to Start the Machine O k 2 Mounting the W orkpiece Mount the workpiece to engrave on the table es P 54 Mounting aW orkpiece Ne ed To next page P 52 Chapter 4 Engraving 4 1 Flow of Engraving O perations Va 3 Cutter Installation and Basic Engraving Settings Install the cutter to use for engraving On this machine you also set the Z axis engraving origin point at this time The methods you use for installation and the settings differ depending on whether you re using the nose unit and on the cutter type This manual describes the following four variations Use these as a reference to select the optimal cutter for the purpose and use the appropriate methods for installing the cutter and making the settings gt Character cutter or flat cutter with the nose unit ss P 56 Cutter Installation Method 1 With N ose Unit gt Character cutter or flat cutter no nose unit ss P 62 Cutter Installation Method 2 No Nose Unit gt Diamond scraper ss P 67 Cutter Installation Method 3 gt End mill ss P 71 Cutter Installation Method 4 End mill O A 4 Setting the XY Origin Point Set the engraving origin point for the X and Y axes es P 75 Setting the XY Origin Point Home Position Ke Z N 5 Performing Engravings When all the preparations are complete send the engraving data f
34. Roland EGX 350 DESKTOP ENGRAVER USER S MANUAL YY To ensure safe usage and full performance of this product please be sure to read through this manual completely To ensure immediate access whenever needed store this manual in a safe location Unauthorized copying quotation or translation of this manual in whole or in part without the written approval of Roland DG Corp is prohibited The contents of this document and the specifications of this product are subject to change without Roland DG Corp assumes no responsibility for any loss or damage relating to this product regard less of any defect in this product or this manual Such loss or damage whether direct or indirect includes but is not limited to that arising from the specifications or performance of this product that due to failure of the product to perform and that arising from any article made using this Roland DG Corporation For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can r
35. SE 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 USERECOMMENDED 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 WARNING This is a Class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures Contents A To Ensure Safe Use mnnnnenennennnnnennnnenneenennennennnnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnennenennnnnnennnenennnnnne 4 A Pour utiliser en toute s curit cin e a aii 11 Important Notes on Handling and Use n2unr2anu0nn0nnn00nu0nnunnuunnunnunnnuunnunnunnnunnnunnunnnuannunnunnnunnunnnnn 18 About the Documentation for This Machine eennnnnennnnnennnnnnennnnnnennts 19 Chapter 1 Getting Started mnenennnmnnennnnennnnnnnennnennennnnennennennnnnennnnns 21 1 1 Machine Highlights as pme een et 22 Features nern gen nenne tenta tiqr ere reine cr er ee 22 1 2 Part N ames and FUnCtIONS 4 een 23 Eront and INTONOT ss 80e inc een een nenn 23 D
36. UT is set to SERI or AUTO Default setting 9600 BAUDRATE gt 4800 lt 9600 gt lt BAUDRATE 19200 38400 HANDSHAKE This makes the setting for handshaking flow control one of the serial commu nication parameters HARD indicates hardware handshaking and XO N O FF indicates XON XOFF handshaking This is displayed only when INPUT is set to SERI or AUTO gt Default setting HARD N E gt A oO V x O Z x O TI T Chapter 5 Feature reference 89 90 5 5 Description of Menu Items Others Menu Submenu ce P 85 Submenus REVOLUTION lt ON gt OFF This determines whether the spindle is rotated during cutting When this is set to OFF scribing cutting without rotation of the spindle is performed gt Default setting ON AUTO Z CONTROL ON lt OFF gt Set this to ON in cases such as when you re using the nose unit Setting this to ON enables automatic detection of the Z origin point as the position where the tip of the nose unit or cutter touches the surface of the workpiece When the lock lever is positioned at 3 set this to OFF Leaving this set at ON may cause an error and make operation impossible to continue gt Default setting OFF AUTO Z CONTROL UP lt 500 gt This is displayed when AUTO Z CONTROL is set to ON This sets the cut out amount when AUTO Z CONTROL is set to ON gt Default setting 500 5
37. Z0 SURFACE 3000 SET 21 Ho 22 Press to confirm SURFACE 0 The Z axis origin point is set O x 500 Y 23000 Press ueno Zo 5000RPM The main display appears The coordinate values for Z is set to 0 This completes the installation of the end mill Go on to page 75 Setting the XY Origin Point H ome Position 74 Chapter 4 Engraving 4 8 Setting the XY Origin Point Setting the XY Origin Point Home Position This sets the X and Y axis coordinates used as the origin point for cutting This location is termed the XY origin point which on this machine is called the home position On this machine you can setthe XY origin anywhere within the operating range Set it to match the engraving data and the position of the mounted workpiece P 45 Moving to a Specific Position Automatically Procedure Install a cutter and mount a workpiece c P 54 Mounting aW orkpiece and p 56 through 71 C utter Installation Method 1 through Cutter Installation Method 4 O Move the cutter to the location you want to make the XY origin point the home position re P 44 M anual Movement SET HOME POS Press Gm 1000 20000 O SET HOME POS Press to confirm lt 1000 gt lt 20000 gt The XY origin point the home position is set O xo vo Press Ge Z 1000 5000RPM The main display appears The coordinate values for X and Y are set to 0 Chapter 4
38. adada 76 Adjusting the Cutter Feed Rate During Engraving Override 22sr2srnnennennnensnennennnn nennen 77 Executing Repeated Cutting sise 78 Chapter 5 Feature reference mmm nn rr 79 5 1 Attaching the Vacuum Adapter for Chip Cleaning enenenmenmeneennnnnnenneenneennnennnnnnn 80 Using the Vacuum Adapter nr O anne Stadio san En neeaae 5 2 The Position ofthe Lock LOVER ran ass een engen ansehe 5 3 Surface Leveling of the W orkpiece Table 5 4 MRP LAST TT A A Re a MR AT SUDMENUS ein VO een a a a are celts ere enr anal Origin s ttingMenu xt hi niet es Nc LA edad aaah adh nee Arte ae Alene Pause Mens anni aia ein COPY MN rinda cdta roo odia ca en id a ON dida coo Ei 5 5 Description of Menu Items sienne TR TR ee TE D ee anno Oc Menu Submenu an PRE mA A A pb o ida Others ManulSUBMEN U RNA Led as an nenne Adjustment Menu Submenu ire Origin settingMenu sing ada ee ete de ds Pause M enu nn ek insg COPY MU a Ed PO Chapter 6 Maintenance enenenennnnennnenennnnnnnnnnnnennnnenennnnnnnnnennnneneennenennnnenes 95 6 1 Daily Crean aeade 96 A she E isthe nm titindihmntin nel hu cet Ad E EE 96 Cleaning Inside the Front Cover iii 96 Ele ning Aroundthe Spindl amp nassen trennen 97 6 2 Maintenance and Inspection seen 98 Spindle Maintenance OIR Ode qed orn dettes et 98 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting ecommerce cnn rr rn rr 99 7 1 Troubleshooting Engraving nn 100 The cutting in depth
39. adiate 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 is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment The 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 NOTICE Grounding Instructions Do not modify the plug provided if it will not fit the outlet have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Check with qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded Use only 3 wire extension cords that have 3 prong grounding plugs and 3 pole receptacles that accept the tool s plug Repair or replace damaged or worn out cord immediately Operating Instructions KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invites accidents DON T U
40. atible with a pneumatic blower Cutting waste may get inside the ma chine and cause fire or electrical shock SOO ee If sparking smoke burning odor unusual sound or abnormal operation occurs im mediately unplug the power cord Never use if any component is damaged Continuing to use the machine may result in fire electrical shock or injury Contact your autho rized Roland DG Corp dealer NTo Ensure Safe Use A Important notes about the power cord plug and electrical outlet Never place any object on top or subject to damage Never bundle bind or roll up Never allow to get wet Never make hot Dust may cause fire NTo Ensure Safe Use A Warning Labels Warning labels are affixed to make areas of danger immediately clear The meanings of these labels are as follows Be sure to heed their warnings Also never remove the labels or allow them to become obscured Gyo Caution Pinching Hazard Be careful not to allow the fingers to Top become pinched when loading media or closing covers Never use a pneumatic blower This machine is not compatible with a pneumatic blower Cutting waste may get inside the machine and cause fire or electrical shock Caution High Voltage Cover removal may pose hazard of shock or electrocution due to high voltage 10 Front Inside Caution Pinchin
41. cause Z axis descent failed to stop Resuming is not possible The spindle head may be locked while automatic Z control is set to ON Switch the power off and back on then check the position of the lock lever for the spindle head After checking redo the operation from the beginning If this message continues to appear contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer te P 40 Starting and Quitting p 82 The Position of the Lock Lever and p 108 Examples of Settings for Cutting Parameters Emergency Stop RPM error Anemergency stop occurred because rotation of the spindle failed to reach the specified rpm Operation cannot be continued The cause is a motor error or the like Switch off the power and contact your autho rized Roland DG Corp dealer ss P 41 Shutdown Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Cannot find LIMIT SW An emergency stop occurred because initialization failed Switch the power off remove any cutting waste or other ob structions impeding operation of the spindle head then redo the operation from the start If the message persists even af ter redoing the operation from the beginning contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer X Y or Z ce P 40 Starting and Quitting VO Err Framing Parity Error _ _ This is displayed when the parameter settings for communication with the computer are unsuitable Pressing pauses the machine Because unin tended operation may occ
42. ching the Vacuum Adapter for Chip Cleaning Z WARNING Exercise caution to prevent fire or dust explosion Taking up fine cuttings using an ordinary vacuum cleaner may cause danger of fire or explosion Check with the manufacturer of the vacuum cleaner W hen the safety of use cannot be determined never use the vacuum adapter and a vacuum cleaner A WARNING Make the connection while exercising care not to touch the tip of the cutter Contact with the blade may cause injury A WARNING Never touch the spindle unit immediately after cutting Doing so may cause burns Before Using the Vacuum Adapter Be Sure to Verify the Following Points gt Use a vacuum cleaner that allows adjustment of the suction force and is equipped with an overload protector To prevent fire or explosion carefully check the specifications of your vacuum cleaner before use including contacting the manufacturer if necessary gt Be sure to use the nose unit The vacuum adapter cannot be attached unless the nose unit is installed P 56 Cutter Installation Method 1 gt Install so as to leave at least 30 centimeters 11 9 in of free space at the back of the machine Malfunction may occur if the hose cannot move freely gt Be sure to use a vacuum cleaner hose having a diameter that allows connection with the vacuum adapter The diameter of the vacuum adapter is 32 millimeter 1 3 in 80 Chapter 5 Feature reference 5 1 Attaching the Vacuum Adapte
43. e P 82 The Position of the Lock Lever Lock lever Lift up Chapter 4 Engraving 63 4 5 Cutter Installation Method 2 No Nose Unit 3 64 Make the settings for spindle speed and Z axis control 1 0 OTHERS Press en several times to display the screen shown at left ADJUSTMENT Use and gt to select OTHERS Press CENTER PAUSED REVOLUTION Use to select ON lt ON gt OFF Press to confirm AUTO Z CONTROL Press Gen ON lt OFF gt Use b to select OFF SET lock lever to 3 Y 23000 X 0 zo Press to confirm Screen returns 5000RPM The message shown atleftis displayed for three seconds and then the original Press ven several times to return to the main screen Install the cutter and set the Z axis origin point LITE ES gt e collet Workpiece aoorox 10 mm Use a A and Y to move the spindle head to the area above the workpiece then press C gt to lower the spindle head Stop at a position where the tip of the solid collet is approximately 10 millimeters from the surface of the workpiece ww P 44 Manual Movement Cutter Cutter holder Pai orkpiece Insert the cutter into the cutter holder and bring the tip of the cutter into con tact wi
44. e spindle head the nose unit touches the workpiece table re P44 Manual Movement W orkpiece table Cutter Cutter holder W orkpiece table tact with the workpiece table i i and Y to move the spindle head to the area above the workpiece then press Ez gt to Descent stops automatically when the tip of Insert the cutter into the cutter holder and bringthe tip of the cutter into con If cutter insertion is difficult If the cutter catches on the solid collet and is difficult to insert loosening the cutter holder makes insertion easier Note that inserting it with undue force may re sult in damage to the workpiece After inserting the cutter tighten the cutter holder again 8 Point W hen using a diameter 4 36 mm solid collet Be careful to orient the cutter correctly Cutter cutter Solid collet Tab OK Chapter 4 Engraving 59 4 4 Cutter Installation Method 1 With Nose Unit 60 Cutter u R nna screw H exagonal Se N DE dE il ol IE 4 2 Retaining scr Secure the cutter in place Tighten the mounting screw for the cutter holder Make the setting for the cutting in depth Tighten the nose unit to match the desired cutting in depth The amount of extension of the cutter is the cutting in depth 1 scale tick 0 0254 mm 0 001 in
45. e they are all present and accounted for SY Retaining Spring screw Depth regulator nose Power cord nose unit N oes unit retainer Wrench N N Pr Character cutter Flat cutter diameter 3 175 mm with cutter holder diameter 3 175 mm with cutter holder Spare tool retaining screw Hexagonal wrench A Collet diameter 3 175 mm Collet diameter 4 36 mm 1 2 Hexagonal screwdriver H andy panel L 7 Adhesive sheet User s Manual Software guide Roland Software Package Roland Engrave Studio Roland Software Package CD ROM Roland Engrave Studio 1 This is for diameter 4 36 mm character or flat cutters It cannot be used with diamond scrapers or end mills 2 Never use a diameter 4 36 mm cutter ata spindle speed of 15 000 rpm or higher There is danger of damage to the spindle unit due to vibration Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 2 2 Installation About Emplacement and Installation NWARNING Unloading and emplacement are operations that must be performed by 2 persons or more Tasks that require undue effort when performed by a small number of persons may result in physical injury Also if dropped such items may cause injur y The weight of the machine alone is 34 kg 75 1b Perform unloading and emplacement with care Installation Environment Install in a qu
46. e total working time of the spindle unit Refer to this to determine when replacement is needed For information on how to perform replacement refer to the documentation included with the ZS 35 replacement spindle c P 85 Submenus X 0 Y 23000 Z 1000 15000RPM E I O OTHERS ADJUSTMENT i REVOLUTION lt ON gt OFF E REVOLUTION TIME 1 5 hours 98 Chapter 6 Maintenance Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 99 100 7 1 Troubleshooting Engraving The cutting in depth is not uniform when using the nose unit Try revising the cutting parameters as described below gt Is automatic Z control set to ON with the lock lever at position 1 or 2 t P 82 The Position of the Lock Lever p 85 Submenus gt Isthe cutter holder the cutter holder mounting screw or the collet loose t P 56 Cutter Installation Method 1 gt Is the X and Y axis feed rate too fast for the workpiece or isthe speed of spindle rotation too slow for it t P 48 Adjusting the Spindle Speed p 77 Adjusting the Cutter Feed Rate During Engraving O verride gt Is the cutter worn Try replacing the cutter gt When the cutting in depth is extremely shallow the ef fects of cutting waste can become large Try using a cut ter with a narrow blade width along with increasing the cutting in depth Alternatively use the vacuum adapter for chip cleaning t P 56 Cutter Installation Method 1 p 80 Attaching the Vacuum
47. eans danger of electrocution The O 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 O symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out The specific thingthat 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 NTo Ensure Safe Use N Incorrect operation may cause injury NWARNING NWARNING Be sure to follow the operation proce dures described in this documentation Never allow anyone unfamiliar with the usage or handling ofthe machine to touch it Incorrect usage or handling may lead to an acci dent Keep children away from the machine The machine includes areas and components that pose a hazard to children and may result in injury blindness choking or other serious acci dent Never operate the machine while tired or after ingesting alcohol or any medication Operation requires unimpaired judgment Im paired judgment may result in an accident Conduct operations in a clean brightly lit location W orking in a location that is dark or cluttered may lead to an accident such as becoming caught in the machine as the result of an inadvertent stumble Never use the machine for any purp
48. een angled brackets lt gt Pressing this during engraving pauses operation and displays the Pause menu Indication used in this manual Spindle button Holding this down for one second or longer while the spindle is stopped makes spindle rotation start Pressing this during spindle rotation makes the rotation stop W hen ro tation is stopped holding the button down for one second or longer is not necessary Indication used in this manual es P 47 Starting and Stopping Spindle Rotation X Y axis O rigin Set button Q This sets the reference point for the cutting position ORIGIN SET Indication used in this manual ED re P 75 Setting the XY Origin Point Home Position oricin ser Z axis O rigin Set button This sets the reference point for the cutting position Indication used in this manual Cz gt r P 62 Cutter Installation Method 2 p 71 Cutter Installation Method 4 Chapter 3 Basic Operation 3 3 Using the Handy Panel Roland EI Display screen Menus messages and the like are displayed here Dial This adjusts the spindle s speed of rotation Indication used in this manual A ss P 48 Adjusting the Spindle Speed Copy button This calls up the menu for the copy feature Indication used in this manual ss P 78 Executing Repeated Cutting Movement buttons These move the cutter forward and backward and to the left and right You also use them to select item
49. ent gt Never install in a location exposed to considerable electrical or magnetic noise or other forms of electro magnetic energy Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 27 2 2 Installation Installation Space Ensure that at least the following amount of space is available W ork space Installation space 1 0 m 3 3 ft 2 0 m 6 6 ft 1 0 m 3 3 ft 2 0 m 6 6 ft Height of Installation The height of installation should be 0 6 m 23 7 in or higher above the work floor This machine is desktop type Please decide the height of installation so that you can easily reach the emergency stop button when operating this machine 28 Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 2 2 Installation Unpacking Retaining materials are attached to protect the machine from vibration during shipment Remove these after emplace ment gt Remove all Retaining materials Any that remain may cause faulty operation or breakdown when the power is switched on gt The Retaining materials are required when moving the machine to a different location Store them carefully so that they do not get misplaced A WARNING Carry out these operations before you connect the power cord Inadvertent powerup may result in pinched hands or other injury Procedure O Make sure the power cord is not connected O Remove retainer A Slowly move the spindle head in the di rection of the arrow Take care
50. eration 60 dB A or less when not cutting during standby 40 dB A or less as specified by ISO 7779 External dimensions Height x width x depth 393 x 616 x 591 mm 15 5 x 24 3 x 23 3 in W eight 34 kg 75 Ib Installation Environment O perating environment Temperature of 5 to 40 C 41 to 104 F 35 to 80 rela tive humidity no condensation Ambient pollution degree 3 as specified by IEC 60664 1 Included items Power cord depth regulator nose nose unit nose unit retainer retaining screw spring spare mounting screw for the cutter holder character cutter diameter 3 175 mm flat cutter diameter 3 175 mm wrench solid collet diameter 3 175 mm solid collet diameter 4 36 mm hexagonal wrench hexagonal screw driver handy panel adhesive sheet vacuum adapter for chip cleaning Roland Software Package CD ROM Roland EngraveStudio CD ROM Roland Software Package Pro gram Guide Roland EngraveStudio Program Guide and U ser s M anual this docu ment System Requirements for USB Connection Computer M odel preinstalled with WindowsVista XP 2000 Me or 98SE Second Edition or upgraded computer originally preinstalled with Windows 98SE or later USB cable Use a shielded cable up to three meters 10 ft in length Chapter 8 Appendix 115 117 118 119 120 Roland 1000003283 R1 070626
51. fication Transmission method Asynchronous duplex data transmission Transmission speed 4800 9600 19200 38400 Parity check O dd Even None Data bits 7 or 8 bits Stop bits lor 2 bits Handshake Hardware or Xon Xoff Serial connector RS 232C X Y RS 34 14 cable connection Signal Terminal Signal a A ber beran Pin connection D sub 9 pin D sub 25 pin NC 24 12 NC NC 23 11 NC O 11 FG NC 22 10 NC a Q NC 21 9 NC 18 1 DTR 20 8 NC 8000000000006 o NC 19 7 SG EA 5 O NC 18 6 DSR gt gt Q NC 17 3 CTS 8 NC 16 4 RTS NC 15 3 RXD NC NC 14 2 TXD 1 FG 110 Chapter 8 Appendix 8 2 Interface Specifications Expansion Connector 24V ll MO 3 Adaptive Plug Pin1 Connec Pin2 tor A Use a three contact plug that meets the SPINDLE ON IC max 150mA size requirements above ETT Do notuse the terminal 3 Use only This circuit works during spindle motor rotation the 1 and 2 terminals D Notice 4 Be sure to use the connector within the rated range shown above Do not apply an additional voltage to the con nector Do notshort circuitthe connector and earthing Note We are not responsible for devices connected to this connector Chapter 8 Appendix 111 3 4 Main Unit Specification Dimensions of Outline Roland SEXES DESTO BRERA 690
52. g Hazard Contact during operation may cause the hand or fingers to become pinched resulting in injur y Caution Sharp Tool Inadvertent contact may cause injury WARNING To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand user s manual AVERTISSEMENT Afin de r duire le risque de blessures l utilisateur doit lire et bien comprendre le mode d emploi BSA EXAMEN BFI V AVIAPVE BRA lt ES Rear Pour utiliser en toute s curit La manipulation ou l utilisation inad quates de cet appareil peuvent causer des blessures ou des dommages mat riels Les pr cautions prendre pour pr venir les blessures ou les dommages sont d crites ci dessous Avis sur les avertissements Utilis pour avertir l utilisateur d un risque de d c s ou de blessure grave en AATT ENTION 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 Z PRU DENCE 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 A propos des symboles Le symbole A attire l attention de l utilisateur sur les instructions importantes ou les avertissements Le sens pr cis du sy
53. gt This performs engraving without using the nose unit This method doesn t scrape the surface of the workpiece so you can also use it with materials such as aluminum or brass Note however that the Z axis origin point is fixed and unchanging so in order to obtain a uniform cutting in depth the thickness of the workpiece must also be uniform T Install the cutter holder and solid collet O Install the cutter holder While holdingthe spindle unitimmobile with a wrench tighten the cutter holder The cutter holder is reverse threaded that is you turn it counterclockwise to tighten it Be careful to turn itin the correct direction a N I Hexagonal screwdriver Cutter holder Spindle unit Cutter holder 62 Chapter 4 Engraving 4 5 Cutter Installation Method 2 No Nose Unit 2 Install the solid collet Loosely tighten the solid collet Insert the solid colletinto the spindle unit from below then while holding the spindle unit immobile with a wrench tighten loosely Use an appropriate solid collet for the cutter s diameter W rench Spindle unit Solid collet O Fully tighten the solid collet A Using two wrenches tighten the solid W rench collet fully The appropriate tightening ES y i torque is 3 2 N m 32kgf cm Wrench 2 Set the lock lever Set the lock lever at the 3 position The spindle head is secured in plac
54. iet stable location offering good operating conditions An unsuitable location can cause accident fire faulty operation or breakdown Z WARNING NWARNING NWARNING NWARNING NWARNING Install in a location that is level and stable Installation in an unsuitable location may cause an accident including a fall or tipover Never install in a location exposed to open flame Cutting waste may ignite Powdered material is extremely flammable and even metal material may catch fire Never install close to any flammable object or in a gas filled location Combustion or explosion may be a danger Never install out of doors or in any location where exposure to water or high humidity may occur Doing so may result in fire or electrical shock Position so that the power plug is within immediate reach at all times This is to enable quick disconnection of the power plug in the event of an emergency Install the machine next to an electrical outlet Also provide enough empty space to allow immediate access to the electrical outlet gt Never install in a location subject to wide fluctuations in temperature or humidity gt Never install in a location subject to shaking or vibration gt Never install in a locations where the floor is tilted not level or unstable gt Never install in a dusty or dirty location or out of doors gt Never install in a location exposed to direct sunlight or near air conditioning or heating equipm
55. ightly Chapter 4 Engraving Install the solid collet Loosely tighten the solid collet Insert the solid colletinto the spindle unit from below then while holding the spindle unit immobile with a wrench tighten loosely Diameter 4 36 millimeter diamond scrap ers cannot be used with the included solid collet Provide a dedicated diamond scraper collet separately 2 Fully tighten the solid collet Using two wrenches tighten the solid collet fully The appropriate tightening torque is 3 2 N m 32kgf cm Set the lock lever at the 1 or 2 posi tion For detailed information about the setting position for the lock lever refer to the page indicated below tx P82 The Position of the Lock Lever 4 6 Cutter Installation Method 3 Diamond Scraper 3 Make the settings for spindle speed and Z axis control O 1 0 OTHERS ADJUSTMENT 9 REVOLUTION ON lt OFF gt auto Z CONTROL lt ON gt OFF SET lock lever to 1 or 2 O AUTO Z CONTROL UP lt 500 gt O xo Y_23000 Press Gens several times to display the screen shown at left Use and to select OTHERS Press CEvrer PAuse gt Use to select O FF Press to confirm Press Qw Use to select ON The machine automatically determines the Z axis origin during cutting accord ing to the height of the workpiece Press to confirm The message shown at left is displayed fo
56. inations vary widely The table below shows suggested cutters and cutting parameters suited to various types of workpieces Refer to these when selecting the cutting parameters Before you perform actual cutting carry out a cutting test and adjust the parameters as needed Od Cer feed rate Workpiece Cutter type Spindle speed Cutting in X and Y axis Z axis feed composition rpm amount feed rate rate mm mm sec mm sec Acrylic ZEC A2025 10000 0 2 15 5 ZEC A2320 10000 0 2 15 5 Aluminum ZEC A2025 BAL 12000 0 1 5 1 ZDC A2000 No rotation 10 1 Brass ZEC A2025 BAL 12000 0 1 5 1 ZDC A2000 No rotation 10 1 Chemical wood ZEC A2025 12000 0 4 30 20 ZEC A2320 10000 0 5 30 5 Modeling wax ZEC A2025 10000 0 5 30 10 ZEC A2320 10000 0 8 30 5 Tips for Fine tuning The optimal cutting parameters are determined by a balance of such factors as the hardness of the material the feed rate the spindle rotating speed the cutting in depth and the capacity of the cutter Refer to the following tips and try fine tuning the parameters Spindle Rotating Speed In general faster rotation provides increased cutting capacity However a feed rate that is too slow with respect to the spindle speed may lead to melting of the workpiece due to heat or to increased burring or roughness Roughness may also occur at some places because feed stops momentarily at places where the direction of engraving changes that is at c
57. ing operation is in progress pauses cutting and displays the screen shown in the figure at left You can select an operation such as resuming or quitting cutting r P 49 Pausing and Stopping Cutting SPEED OVERRIDE lt 100 gt This adjusts the feed rate of the cutter when cutting is paused P 77 Adjusting the Cutter Feed Rate D uring Engraving O verride Copy Menu te P 87 Copy Menu Copy GO CANCEL CLEAR This repeats cutting using the cutting data saved in the machine P 78 Executing Repeated Cutting Chapter 5 Feature reference 93 94 Chapter 6 Maintenance 95 6 1 Daily Care Cleaning AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING NCAUTION Z CAUTION Never use a pneumatic blower This machine is not compatible with a pneumatic blower C utting waste may get inside the machine and cause fire or electrical shock Never use a solvent such as gasoline alcohol or thinner to perform cleaning Doing so may cause fire Disconnect the power cord before performing cleaning or maintenance Attempting such operations while the machine is connected to a power source may re sult in injury or electrical shock When using a vacuum cleaner to take up cutting waste exercise caution to pre vent fire or dust explosion Taking up fine cuttings using an ordinary vacuum cleaner may cause danger of fire or explosion Check with the manufacturer of the vacuum cleaner W hen the safety of u
58. ion Surface of the workpiece table center gt Lock lever position 3 gt Spindle speed 14 000 rpm gt Cutting in amount 0 2 mm invariable gt Cut out amount 1 mm invariable gt Feed rate 15 mm sec invariable gt Cutting area Entire X and Y axis operating range invariable The speed of spindle rotation at the time surface leveling cutting starts is always 14 000 rpm Watch the status of cutting and modify this as required re P48 Adjusting the Spindle Speed p 62 Cutter Installation Method 2 Procedure O Carry out steps 1 and 2 on page 62 to 63 Cutter Installation Method 2 Use lt A and LY to move the cutter to the area above the center of the workpiece table then press Cz gt r P44 Manual Movement sa z1 072 Use or L to select Z0 SURFACE 380 Press C to lower the spindle head to the location where the Z A axis coordinate is 3800 t Z axis coordinate Insert a flat cutter Z EC A 2320 into the cutter holder bring the tip of the cutter into contact with the surface of the workpiece table and secure the cutter in place For information on how to secure the cutter in place refer to page 64 and 65 O SET z1 oz2 Press to confirm SURFACE lt 3800 gt The Z axis coordinate is set O tio OTHERS Press mew several times to display the view shown at left
59. ion Method 1 With Nose Unit Installing a Character Cutter With Nose Unit A WARNING Never inadvertently touch the computer or handy panel while performing this Unintended operation of the machine may result in injury NWARNIN G Securely fasten the cutting tool and in place After securing in place make sure no wrenches or other articles have inadvertently been left behind Otherwise such articles may be thrown from the machine with force posing a risk of injury NCAUTION Caution cuttingtool The cutting tool is sharp To avoid injury exercise caution Type of cutter used Character cutter or flat cutter N ose unit usage Used Suitable workpiece types Acrylic and other plastic resin panels Note Aluminum brass and other easily scratched workpieces are not suitable Automatic Z axis control On Spindle rotation On Lock lever position Tor 2 This performs engraving using the nose unit When the tip of the nose unit touches the surface of the workpiece the location is automatically detected as the Z origin point This makes it possible to perform engraving at a uniform depth on a workpiece of uneven surface height This also eliminates the need to set the Z axis origin point each time when you re engraving a number of different workpieces I Install the cutter holder solid collet and nose unit O Install the cutter holder While holdingthe spindle unitimmobile with a wrench tighten the cutter holde
60. ion time 10 minutes Step 4 Speed 20 000 rpm Rotation time 15 minutes Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 35 36 Chapter 3 Basic O peration 37 ll 3 1 Types of Emergency Stops to Ensure Safety How to Perform an Emergency Stop Press the Emergency Stop button Operation stops immediately To Cancel an Emergency Stop Procedure O Switch offthe power switch O Turn the button in the direction of the arrows 38 Chapter 3 Basic Operation 3 1 Types of Emergency Stops to Ensure Safety Emergency Stop Due to O pening or Closing the Front Cover To ensure safety opening the front cover during engraving or spindle rotation causes an emergency stop to occur and the message shown below appears on the display screen O peration cannot be resumed by closing the front cover To resume switch offthe power then start up again es P 40 Starting and Q uitting Emergency Stop COVER OPEN a Roland Front cover Chapter 3 Basic Operation 39 3 2 Starting and Quitting How to Start the Machine Follow the procedure below to start the machine When startup is complete the machine is ready for use Procedure O Close the front cover Switch on the power switch A message like the one shown in the figure appears on the handy panel s display screen Roland EGX 35
61. it es P 98 Spindle Maintenance Adjustment Menu Submenu r P 85 Submenus X DIS CORREC lt 100 000 gt Y DIS CORREC lt 100 000 gt You can apply correction for X and Y axis movement distances Default setting 100 gt Setting range 99 5 to 100 5 SURFACING GO Executing this menu item performs surface leveling cutting to adjust the flat ness and parallelism of the table surface 1 P 83 Surface Leveling of the W orkpiece Table Chapter 5 Feature reference 91 5 5 Description of Menu Items Origin setting Menu t P 86 O rigin setting Menu XY Origin setting Menu SET HOME POS 1000 20000 This makes the setting for the X and Y axis origin point On this machine this location is called the home position t P 75 Setting the XY Origin Point Home Position Z Origin setting Menu Before making these settings make sure of the following points gt AUTO Z CONTROL must be set to O FF If it is set to ON pressing CD displays the message shown in the figure below After three seconds the message disappears and the original menu returns Turn the AUTO Z CONTROL off t P 82 The Position of the Lock Lever p 71 Cutter Installation Method 4 SET 21 Z0 22 SURFACE 3000 Z0 Thisisthe Z axis origin point during cutting Setthisto match the workpiece and the cutting data The lock lever is normally set at position 3 i r P 62 Cut
62. ith undue force may result in damage to the workpiece After inserting the diamond scraper tighten the cutter holder again osen the cutter holder a Q Point Storage methods for diameter 3 175 mm cutters Remove the entire cutter holder assembly from the spindle unit When you want to perform repeated use while keeping the amount of extension of the diamond scraper tip constant then once you ve decided on the amount of extension we recommend removing the cutter holder and diamond scraper from the spindle unit without separating them from one another Storing the assembly without changing the position of the cutter holder eliminates the need to determine the amount of cutter extension each time with every use Store without changing the position of the cutter holder Chapter 4 Engraving 4 7 Cutter Installation Method 4 End mill Installing a End Mill Z WARNING Never inadvertently touch the computer or handy panel while performing this task Unintended operation of the machine may result in injury Z WARN ING Securely fasten the cutting tool and in place After securing in place make sure no wrenches or other articles have inadvertently been left behind Otherwise such articles may be thrown from the machine with force posing a risk of injury NCAUTION Caution cutting tool The cutting tool is sharp To avoid injury exercise caution Type of cutter used End mill
63. itialization If the cover is open this machine stops the initialization on the way Isn t a foreign object caught on the spindle or XYZ axes Check for foreign objects on the spindle or XYZ axes and remove it Operations are ignored Is the cable connected Connect the cable securely r P 30 Cable Connections Isn t the cover open While the cover is open some operations are restricted Close the cover Hasn t the Emergency Stop button been pressed When the Emergency Stop button is pressed machine op eration is not possible Release the Emergency Stop but ton te P 38 To Cancel an Emergency Stop Isn t operation paused When the machine is paused cutting stops and some op erations are restricted Cancel the paused state te P 49 Pausing and Resuming Cutting Isn t a large amount of cutting waste present Clean away any cutting waste Clean especially carefully inside the spindle cover in particular te P 97 Cleaning Around the Spindle Is the handy panel connected correctly Before inserting of removing the connector cable for the handy panel switch off the power to the machine The con nection is not detected if made while the power is on te P 30 Cable Connections p 40 Starting and Quitting Is the driver installed correctly If the connection to the computer is not made in the se quence described the driver may fail to be installed cor rectly Check again to ensure that the
64. kpiece types Aluminum brass Automatic Z axis control On Spindle rotation Off Lock lever position 1 or 2 This performs scribing using a diamond scraper With scribing cutting is carried out by scraping the workpiece with out rotating the spindle Because automatic Z control is set to on the cutting in depth for the workpiece is deter mined by the pressure of the cutter For this reason this method is not suitable for deep engraving gt Diamond scrapers are optionally available items gt Diameter 3 175 millimeter diamond scrapers can be used with the included solid collet gt Diameter 4 36 millimeter diamond scrapers cannot be used with the included solid collet Provide an optionally available dedicated diamond scraper collet separatel y 1 Install the cutter holder and solid collet Install the cutter holder While holding the spindle unitimmobile with a wrench tighten the cutter holder The cutter holder is reverse threaded that is you turn it counterclockwise to tighten it Be careful to turn it in the correct direction f N Hexagonal screwdriver Loose Cutter holder Spindle unit Cutter holder w A Chapter 4 Engraving 67 68 4 6 Cutter Installation Method 3 Diamond Scraper W rench Spindle unit Solid collet 2 Set the lock lever Lock lever Press down to lower sl
65. les et m me le m tal peut s enflammer Si un aspirateur est utilis pour ramasser les rognures de coupe faire preuve de pru dence pour emp cher que la poussi re s enflamme ou explose Ramasser des rognures fines l aide d un aspirateur ordinaire peut cr er un risque d incendie ou d explosion V rifier aupr s du fabricant de l aspirateur Dans les cas o il est impossible de d terminer si un aspirateur peut tre utilis sans danger se servir d une brosse ou d un article semblable plut t que d un aspirateur Porter des lunettes de protection et un masque Rincer toutes les rognures de coupe qui pourraient rester coll es aux mains Avaler ou respirer accidentellement des rognures de coupe peut tre dangereux pour la sant 13 14 N Pour utiliser en toute s curit A Certains l ments d emm lement de br lure ou d autres NATTENTION senter un risque de pincement NATTENTION O Ne jamais faire fonctionner l appareil s on porte une cravate un collier ou des v tements amples Bien attacher les cheveux longs Ces v tements ou ces objets peuvent tre coinc s dans l appareil ce qui causerait des blessures Fixer solidement l outil de coupe et la piece travailler Une fois qu ils sont fix s solidement s assurer qu aucun outil ni aucun autre objet n a t laiss en place Si tel tait le cas ces objets pourraient tre projet s avec force hors de l
66. mbole est d termin par le dessin l int rieur du triangle Le symbole a gauche signifie danger d lectrocution Le symbole avertit l utilisateur de ce qu il ne doit pas faire ce qui est interdit La chose sp cifique a ne pas faire est indiqu e par le dessin al int rieur du cercle Le symbole a gauche signifie que l appareil ne doit jamais tre d mont Le symbole pr vient l utilisateur sur ce qu il doit faire La chose sp cifique faire est indiqu e par le dessin l int rieur du cercle Le symbole gauche signifie que le fil lectrique doit tre d branch de la prise 11 12 Z Pour utiliser en toute s curit A L utilisation incorrecte peut causer des blessures NATTENTION NATTENTION S assurer de suivre les procedures d utilisation decrites dans la documenta tion Ne jamais permettre quiconque ne conna t pas le fonctionnement ou la manutention de l appareil de le toucher L utilisation ou la manutention incorrectes peuvent causer un accident D brancher le c ble d alimentation avant de proc der au nettoyage ou l entretien de l appareil et avant d y fixer ou d en retirer des accessoires en option Tenter ces op rations pendant que l appareil est branch une source d alimentation peut causer des blessures ou un choc lectrique Garder les enfants loin de l appareil L appareil comporte des zones et des composants qui pr sentent un danger pou
67. n upper limit to the amount of height displacement that can be tracked Before you do the actual engraving carry out an engraving test to make sure the desired engraving can be accomplished Trackable undulation height gentle undulations of about 1 millimeter Limitations on Cutting Care is needed when performing fill engraving flat drag cutting inside the contour lines of characters and shapes over a wide surface area With fill engraving that is broader than the diameter of the nose unit the nose unit may track the surface that has already been cut and cut the surface further AAA 8 mm N ose unit Chapter 4 Engraving 61 4 5 Cutter Installation Method 2 No Nose Unit Installing a Character Cutter With No Nose Unit A WARNING Never inadvertently touch the computer or handy panel while performing this Unintended operation of the machine may result in injury AWA RNING Securely fasten the cutting tool and in place After securing in place make sure no wrenches or other articles have inadvertently been left behind Otherwise such articles may be thrown from the machine with force posing a risk of injury Z CAUTION Caution cuttingtool The cutting tool is sharp To avoid injury exercise caution Type of cutter used Character cutter or flat cutter N ose unit usage Not U sed Suitable workpiece types Aluminum brass Automatic Z axis control off Spindle rotation On Lock lever position
68. n Method 4 End mill 3 Make the settings for spindle speed and Z axis control o OTHERS Press Gew several times to display the screen shown at left ADJUSTMENT Use and to select OTHERS Press lt ENTER PAUSED O REVOLUTION Use to select ON lt ON gt OFF Press to confirm auto Z CONTROL Press Meno ON lt OFF gt Use to select OFF Press to confirm SET lock lever The message shown at left is displayed for three seconds and then the original to 3 screen returns O x Z Y 23000 Press men several times to return to the main screen 0 0 5000RPM 4 Set the Z axis origin point Use a gt and Y to move the end mill to a location above the workpiece Next perform a small amount of cutting into the workpiece Move to a location where cutting will not cause any problems c P 44 Manual Movement Close the front cover then press and hold for at least one second The spindle rotates ss P 47 Starting and Stopping Spindle Rotation O Press C zD to lower the end mill to a location where the workpiece is cut by a slight amount JJ Tau End mill Press no The spindle stops Chapter 4 Engraving 73 4 7 Cutter Installation Method 4 End mill O Press gt O SET 21 Ho Z2 Use and to select
69. n cas d urgence Installer l appareil pr s d une prise lectrique En outre pr voir suffisamment d espace pour que la prise lectrique soit facile d acc s Ne jamais utiliser d huile de coupe Cet appareil n est pas con u pour traiter l huile de coupe L huile peut s infiltrer l int rieur et causer un incendie ou un choc lectrique Ne jamais utiliser d air sous pression Cet appareil n est pas con u pour tre nettoy l aide d un appareil soufflant D es rognures de coupe peuvent s infiltrer l int rieur et causer un incendie ou un choc lectrique oe CO S il se produit des tincelles de la fum e une odeur de br l un bruit inhabituel ou un fonctionnement anormal d brancher imm diatement le c ble d alimentation Ne jamais utiliser si un composant est endommag Continuer utiliser l appareil peut causer un incendie un choc lectrique ou des blessures Communiquer avec le repr sentant Roland DG Autoris 15 N Pour utiliser en toute s curit A Remarques importantes propos du c ble d alimentation de la fiche et de la prise lectrique Ne jamais d poser aucun objet sur le c ble sur la fiche ou sur la prise car cela risque de les endommager IN Ne jamais plier ni tordre le c ble avec une force excessive Ne jamais tirer sur le c ble ou la fiche avec une force excessive Ne jamais plier ni enrouler le c ble 16 Ne jamais laisser l
70. n place make sure no wrenches or other articles have inadvertently been left behind Otherwise such articles may be thrown from the machine with force posing a risk of injury A Exercise caution to avoid being pinched or becoming caught Inadvertent contact with certain areas may cause the hand or fingers to be pinched or become caught Use care when performing operations A Caution cuttingtool The cutting tool is sharp To avoid injury exer cise caution A Caution high temperatures The cutting tool and spindle motor become hot Exercise caution to avoid fire or burns NTo Ensure Safe Use A Danger of electrical short shock electrocution or fire WARNING NWARNING Connect to an electrical outlet that com plies with this machine s ratings for volt age frequency and current Incorrect voltage or insufficient current may cause fire or electrical shock Ratings Never use out of doors or in any location where exposure to water or high humid ity may occur N ever touch with wet hands Doing so may result in fire or electrical shock Never allow any foreign object to get in side Never expose to liquid spills Inserting objects such as coins or matches or allowing beverages to be spilled into the venti lation ports may result in fire or electrical shock If anything gets inside immediately disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized Roland DG
71. n though automatic Z control is on After three seconds this message disappears and the screen returns to the original menu tx P 92 Origin setting Menu Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 103 104 7 4 Responding to an Error Message This describes the error messages that may appear on the machine s display screen and how to take action to rem edy the problem If the action described here does not correct the problem or ifan error message not described here appears contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer Emergency Stop COVER OPEN An emergency stop occurred because the front cover was opened while the spindle was rotating Operation cannot be continued Switch the power off and back on then redo the operation from the start t P 40 Starting and Quitting Emergency Stop S overload An emergency stop occurred because of a spindle motor error This is caused by prolonged high load on the motor or by excessive torque being applied momentarily Resuming is not possible Switch the power off and back on revise the cut ting parameters then redo the operation from the start If this message persists even after revising the cutting param eters contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer Note The kind of load applied is indicated as S short L long P peak or T temperature tx P 40 Starting and Quitting Emergency Stop Z AXIS error Anemergency pause occurred be
72. nnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnennen nen nnnnnnnnnn nennen 45 3 5 Spindle OPE ri eigene 47 Starting and Stopping Spindle Rotation uueeessesensnersnennnennnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn no rr rra rr 47 Adjusting the Spindle Spears een ee een een En 48 3 6 Pausing and Stopping Cutting seen 49 Pausing and Resuming Cutting sisi 49 Stopping Euttind Halte Ri rer 50 Chapter 4 Engraving unnennsannuonnunnuannunnunnnunnunnnunnuunnunnnunnunnnannnannunnnannunnnannunnunnnuannannunnnannunnnnnnannunnnannnne 51 4 1 Flow of Engraving O perations nn 52 4 2 Mounting aW Onk piece mm ara test 54 Contents 4 3 Selection of the Cutter Usage Examples cssssssssssessssssssssssssncsssssssssssssssessecsssssusssssessssssnsssssssesesssesseessses 55 4 4 Cutter Installation Method 1 W ith Nose Unit nn 56 Installing a Character Cutter With Nose Unit 56 Important N otes When Using the Nose Unit 61 4 5 Cutter Installation Method 2 No Nose Unit rimes 62 Installing a Character Cutter With No Nose Unit 62 4 6 Cutter Installation Method 3 Diamond Scraper coccion 67 Installing a Diamond Scraper issus 67 4 7 Cutter Installation Method 4 End mil nn 71 InStalling End Mill cc ii dt 71 4 8 Setting the AY OTI PO MEA ada 15 Setting the XY Origin Point Home Position uessssseersnnnnnnensnnnnnnneennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnsennnnnnnnnnnnsnansnnnnnnn 75 4 9 Perfor MNI ENNA On cota dabas 76 Performing Engraving ca iaeia aidian aiana Gai tiaa aai aaia
73. oland DG Corp ex P 85 Submenus p 110 Serial Connector Secure in place with the screws de nl gt AP RS 232C connector Computer Serial cable Left side Chapter 2 Installation and Setup y 2 4 Selecting the Language Selecting the Language Used for Text on the Display Screen Procedure 0 Close the front cover Hold down Gen and turn on the power switch D Use or gt to select the language Press to confirm Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 33 2 4 Selecting the Language O Switch offthe power switch 34 Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 2 5 Before Starting Operations Spindle Run in Warm up In any of the following cases perform run in warm up operation for the spindle Failure to do so may result in unstable spindle rotation gt When using for the first time after purchase gt After moving the machine and reinstalling it at a different location gt After replacing the spindle unit gt When using in a low temperature environment How to Perform Run in Warm up Operation Carry out the following steps 1 through 4 re P 47 Starting and Stopping Spindle Rotation Step 1 Speed 5 000 rpm Rotation time 15 minutes Step 2 Speed 10 000 rpm Rotation time 10 minutes Step 3 Speed 15 000 rpm Rotat
74. ont cover was opened while the cutter was moving to a reference point and so operation of the cutter stopped to ensure safety Pause On COVER OPEN Close the front cover This is displayed in the following cases gt Engraving data was sent while the front cover was open gt VIEW was selected at the Pause menu and the cover was opened during movement to the VIEW position Closing the front cover returns the display to the Pause menu us P 49 Pausing and Resuming Cutting Canceling data This is displayed if engraving data is sent during initializa tion After processing to delete the data finishes the mes sage disappears When the amount of data is large it may take some time for the message to disappear Cannot repeat too big data This is displayed when an attempt was made using the Copy menu to perform engraving again but the engraving data just received was too large for the machine s memory capac ity After three seconds this message disappears and the screen returns to the original menu Cannot repeat buffer empty This is displayed when an attempt is made using the Copy menu to perform engraving again while no engraving data is saved in the machine After three seconds this message dis appears and the screen returns to the original menu te P 78 Executing Repeated Cutting Turn theAUTO Z CONTROL off This was displayed because an attempt was made to set the Z0 Z1 or Z2 position eve
75. operation of the machine ve P 38 Types of Emer gency Stops to Ensure Safety ra w lle o Vs SEE o x machine operations and to make various settings us P 42 Using the Handy Panel Workpiece table Handy panel The workpiece to be en This is used to perform cutter movement and other graved is mounted on this In this manual the mechanisms around the spindle unit including the spindle motor are called the spindle head Also the rotary axis area inside the spindle unit is called the spindle Chapter 1 Getting Started 23 1 2 Part Names and Functions B Left side Power switch Power cord connector Expansion port This is a connector for external equipment 1 P 111 Expansion Connector Serial connector This is for connecting a serial RS 232C compliant cable 1 P 32 Connecting a ComputerVia a Com munication Cable USB connector Handy panel connector This is for connecting a USB cable This is for connecting the handy panel te P 32 Connecting a Computer Via te P 30 Connecting the Handy Panel a Communication Cable 24 Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 25 26 2 1 Checking the Included Items The following items are included with the machine Make sur
76. orners Lower the spindle speed It may also be a good idea to use faster settings for narrower cutters and slower settings for wider cutters Feed Rate Faster speeds result in shorter cutting times but the cutting load also increases accordingly The load may overcome the strength with which the workpiece is secured in place resulting in crooked lines or a nonuniform cutting in depth Also a feed rate that is too fast for the spindle rotating speed may result in roughness or a raised nap Lower the feed rate Cutting in Depth Deeper cutting in results in a greater cutting load and roughness becomes more likely When you make the cutting in deeper itis a good idea to raise the spindle speed and lower the feed rate accordingly Note however that there is a limit to the maximum depth When deep cutting in is required it is a good idea to perform double cutting and reduce the amount of cutting in per pass 108 Chapter 8 Appendix 8 2 Location of Power Rating and Serial Number Label Serial Number Thisis required when you seek maintenance or support Never peel off Power Rating Use an electrical outlet that meets the re quirements for voltage frequency and ca pacity given here Chapter 8 Appendix 109 8 3 Interface Specifications Serial Connector Standard RS 232C speci
77. ose for which it is not intended or use the machine in an undue manner that exceeds its capacity Doing so may result in injury or fire Never use a cutting tool that has become dull Perform frequent maintenance to keep and use the machine in good work ing order Unreasonable usage may result in fire or injury For accessories optional and consumable items power cord and the like use only genuine articles compatible with this ma chine Incompatible items may lead to an accident 0 Before attempting cleaning maintenance or attachment or detachment of optional items disconnect the power cord Attempting such operations while the machine is connected to a power source may result in injury or electrical shock Never attempt to disassemble repair or modify the machine Doing so may result in fire electrical shock or injury Entrust repairs to a trained ser vice tech nician CAUTION 9 Never climb or lean on the machine The machine is not made to support a person Climbing or leaning on the machine may dis lodge components and cause a slip or fall re sulting in injury NTo Ensure Safe Use Z This machine weighs 34 kg 75 Ib CAUTION CAUTION Unloading and emplacement are opera tions that must be performed by 2 per sons or more Tasks that require undue effort when performed by asmall number of persons may result in physi cal injury A lso
78. over 2 X0 Y 23000 Z 1 000 15000RPM O oe SEO HOME VIEW Z1 zo Z2 At the main screen press uew gt twice Press A or Y to select the move ment destination gt HOME This is the location where the X and Y axis coordinates are both 0 the XY origin point When movement by this operation is per formed to avoid contact with the workpiece the machine first rises to the highest point along the Z axis and then performs movement ss P 75 Setting the XY Origin Point Home Position gt VIEW This is the inner left location on the workpiece table You use it in situations such as when mounting or removing a workpiece or when checking the state of the workpiece gt 20 This is the location where the Z axis coordinate is 0 P 62 C utter Installation Method 2 p 71 Cutter Installation Method 4 and p 92 O rigin setting Menu gt 71 This is the location of the cutting in depth when cutting the workpiece v P 92 O rigin setting Menu gt 22 This is the height location along the Z axis when performing no load feed ofthe cutter during cutting P 92 O rigin setting Menu Chapter 3 Basic Operation 45 3 4 Moving the Cutter O Press Exer rauso gt The cutter moves to the selected location When the front cover is open the screen
79. r The cutter holder is reverse threaded that is you turn it counterclockwise to tighten it Be careful to turn it in the correct direction N LN Sul gt Hexagonal U je Loose Cutter holder Spindle unit Cutter holder 56 Chapter 4 Engraving 4 4 Cutter Installation Method 1 With Nose Unit Install the solid collet Loosely tighten the solid collet Insert the solid colletinto the spindle unit from below then while holding the spindle unit immobile with a wrench tighten loosely Use an appropriate solid collet for the cutter s diameter Spindle unit Solid collet Fully tighten the solid collet Using two wrenches tighten the solid collet fully The appropriate tightening torque is 3 2 N m 32kgf cm Wrench Es Install the nose unit Ba Tighten until no further movement is possible E then loosen two turns v P 61 Important N otes W hen Using the N ose Unit e 15 Y 15 Nose unit C Loose S Tighten Chapter 4 Engraving 57 58 4 4 Cutter Installation Method 1 With Nose Unit 2 Set the lock lever Set the lock lever at the 1 or 2 posi tion For detailed information about the setting position for the lock lever refer to the page Lock lever indicated below Press down to lower rs P 82 The Position of the Lock
80. r for Chip Cleaning Move the spindle head to the front left of the workpiece table then attach the vacuum adapter for chip cleaning as shown in the figure Using the vacuum adapter for chip cleaning enables the vacuum cleaner to take up cutting waste during cutting which can help keep scattering of cutting waste to a minimum es P 44 Manual Movement Front Nose unit Vacuum adapter 32mmx 1 3 in Pass through above the bar Position so that the retaining screw for the nose unit is between the tabs of the clamp Top Hose G Clip pe i 1 Secure using the clip Provide a gap large enough to ensure no striking Note Wind the clip around the hose to hold the hose securely so that it won t easily come loose Chapter 5 Feature reference 5 2 The Position of the Lock Lever You change the position at which the lock lever is set to match the setting for automatic Z control ss P 56 through 71 Cutter Installation Method 1 through Cutter Installation Method 4 and p 85 Submenus Setting Position of the Lock Lever gt 1 or 2 M v When automatic Z control is set to ON you set the lock lever at one of these positions The spindle head is put into a floating state and the Z axis origin pointis determined by the height of the workpiece surface The set
81. r les enfants et qui pourraient causer des blessures la c cit la suffocation ou d autres accidents graves Ne jamais faire fonctionner l appareil apr s avoir consomm de l alcool ou des m dicaments ou dans un tat de fatigue L utilisation de l appareil exige un jugement sans faille L utilisation avec les facult s affaiblies pourrait entrainer un accident Utiliser l appareil dans un endroit propre et bien clair Travailler dans un endroit sombre ou encombr peut causer un accident l utilisateur risque par exemple de tr bucher malencontreusement et d tre coinc par une partie de l appareil Ne jamais utiliser l appareil des fins autres que celles pour lesquelles il est con u Ne jamais l utiliser de mani re abu sive ou d une mani re qui d passe sa capacit Le non respect de cette consigne peut causer des blessures ou un incendie Ne jamais utiliser un outil de coupe mouss Proc der fr quemment aux travaux d entretien pour garder l appareil en bon tat de fonctionnement L usage abusif peut causer un incendie ou des blessures oa Utiliser uniquement des accessoires d origine accessoires en option articles consommables c ble d alimentation et autres articles semblables compatibles avec l appareil Les articles incompatibles risquent de causer des accidents Ne jamais tenter de d monter de r parer ou de modifier l appareil
82. r three seconds and then the original screen returns Press Gew Use A and Y to select the value This makes the setting for the distance the cutter rises from the Z axis origin point during cutting the cut out amount When making this setting take into account the shape of the workpiece and the time required for movement Press to confirm Press menu several times to return to the main screen The Z axis coordinate display changes to AUTO and the spindle speed dis play changes to S OFF 4 Install the diamond scraper and determine the amount of extension O Insert the diamond scraper into the cut Diamond scraper ter holder Cutter holder Chapter 4 Engraving 69 4 6 Cutter Installation Method 3 Diamond Scraper 7O Cutter holder Hexagonal screwdriver rew TEE Applox 10 mm Secure the diamond scraper in place Tighten the mounting screw for the cutter holder For the amount of extension of the tip of the diamond scraper a value of about 10 millimeters may work well This completes the installation of the cutter Go on to page 75 Setting the XY Origin Point Home Position Q Point If diamond scraper insertion is difficult If the diamond scraper catches on the solid collet and is difficult to insert loosening the cutter holder makes insertion easier Note that inserting it w
83. rom the computer and carry out engraving ss P 76 Performing Engraving Chapter 4 Engraving 53 4 2 Mounting aWorkpiece NWARN ING Never inadvertently touch the computer or handy panel while performing this Unintended operation of the machine may result in injury Z CAUTION Caution cuttingtool The cutting tool is sharp To avoid injury exercise caution When Using an Adhesive Sheet Affix the adhesive sheet to the ye workpiece table then place the _ workpiece on the adhesive sheet and Z A press down on it from above to secure gt it in place e A _ EIA N a TA Be wa Ey Adhensive sheet W orkpiece W orkpiece table On this machine you can also use optionally available items to secure the workpiece in place a center vise ZV 23C or a vacuum table ZV 23A For detailed information about these optional items contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer 54 Chapter 4 Engraving 4 3 Selection of the Cutter Usage Examples This machine can use cutters of a wide variety of types that have a diameter of 3 175 millimeters or 4 36 millimeters Use an appropriate collet for the cutter s diameter and type For other cutters that can be used with the machine contact your authorized Roland DG
84. s and change settings at menu screens Indication used in this manual gt a A Y t P 44 Manual Movement Z axis Movement buttons These move the cutter up and down Indication used in this manual ED E P 44 Manual Movement Feed button Pressing a Movement or Z axis Movement button while holding down this button makes the tool move rapidly Indication used in this manual t P 44 Manual Movement 3 4 Moving the Cutter Terms Indicating the Cutter Position This manual uses the following terms to indicate the position of the cutter Coordinates Numerical values indicating the location of the cutter Origin The point of origin for the coordinates gt X axis coordinate The distance along the X axis from the origin point gt Y axis coordinate The distance along the Y axis from the origin point gt Z axis coordinate The distance along the Z axis from the origin point Viewing the Cutter Position The cutter position is displayed on the handy panel s main screen The figure below shows the main screen when the cutter has moved from the origin point by 50 millimeters along the X axis 30 millimeters along the Y axis and 20 millimeters along the Z axis In the indication of coordinates used on this machine a unit of 1 corresponds to 0 01 millimeter X 5000 Y 3000 Z 2000 5000RPM Main screen Sa This po
85. se cannot be determined clean using a brush or the like without using the vacuum cleaner Caution high temperatures The cutting tool and spindle motor become hot Exercise caution to avoid fire or burns When performing maintenance be sure to keep the tool detached Contact with the blade may cause injury gt Carefully clean away cutting waste O perating the machine with a large amount of cutting waste present may cause malfunction gt N ever apply lubrication anywhere except at specified locations Cleaning Inside the Front Cover O pen the front cover and clean away any buildup of cutting waste inside N ever touch these rails 96 Chapter 6 Maintenance 6 1 Daily Care Cleaning Around the Spindle Cleaning the Spindle Nose Uninstall the nose unit collet and cutter and remove any cutting waste that has collected in areas such as the spindle nose Cleaning Inside the Spindle U nit Cover Detach the spindle unit cover and clean away any buildup of cutting waste inside Spindle unit cover Spindle unit Chapter 6 Maintenance 97 6 2 Maintenance and Inspection Spindle Maintenance The spindle unit and the belt are parts that wear out The replacement cycle varies according to usage conditions but as a general guide you should replace them after every 2 000 hours of use This machine is provided with a feature for displaying th
86. setting made on the computer is ig nored 3 6 Pausing and Stopping Cutting Pausing and Resuming Cutting This pauses cutting through operation using the handy panel This enables you to move the cutter to the VIEW position and check the status of the workpiece then resume cutting at the location where you paused operation Procedure O Pause On MIEW CONT STOP Pause On MIEW CONT STOP W hile cutting is in progress press M ovement of the cutter pauses Rotation of the spindle does not stop at this time The display screen shown at left appears Use to select VIEW Press lt Evter pause gt gt to confirm Rotation of the spindle stops and the cutter moves to the VIEW position P 45 Moving to a Specific Position Automatically Use or to select CONT Press lt Exter pause gt mm to confirm The cutter returns to the location where paused and cutting re sumes Selecting VIEW or CONT while the front cover is open makes the message shown in the figure below appear After three seconds the message disappears and the screen returns to the original menu Close the front cover then redo the selection of the operation item Please close the cover Chapter 3 Basic Operation 49 3 6 Pausing and Stopping Cutting Important Before opening the front cover while operation is
87. shown in the figure below is displayed and the cutter doesn t move After three seconds the message disappears and the screen returns to the original menu Please close the cover 46 Chapter 3 Basic Operation 3 5 Spindle O peration Starting and Stopping Spindle Rotation This manually starts and stops rotation of the spindle You perform the operation using the handy panel re P 35 Spindle Run in W arm up Procedure O Close the front cover O X 0 Y 23000 Z 0 5000RPM Spindle rotation speed At the main screen press and hold for one second or longer A beep is heard and the spindle starts to turn Press Gin The spindle stops turning a beep is heard This operation cannot be performed in the following situations gt When the machine is performing some operation gt When the front cover is open in which case the screen shown in the figure below is displayed Please close the cover r P 103 Responding to a Message Chapter 3 Basic Operation 47 3 5 Spindle O peration 48 Adjusting the Spindle Speed Roland Y Z3UUU 5000RPM Spindle speed SPINDLI SPINDLE CONTROL ON OFF ORIGIN SET Low HIGH Siow O F Chapter 3 Basic Operation To adjust the speed of spindle rotation turn lt gt on the handy panel The setting for the spindle speed can be made only on the machine Any
88. sition is displayed as X 5000 Y 3000 Z 2000 Chapter 3 Basic Operation 43 3 4 Moving the Cutter Manual Movement W hen the screen on the handy panel displays any one of the messages shown in the figure below you can move the cutter manually using the movement buttons es P 84 Menu List Handy panel X 0 Y 23000 Z 0 5000RPM Movement along all axes X Y and Z SET HOME POS 1000 20000 Movement along only the X and Y axes SET Z1 Z0 22 XXX 300 Movement along only the Z axis XXX is DOWN SUR FACE or UP Roland a SPINDLE CONTROL gw gt Each single press of 4 Y GD or CD performs movement by 0 01 millimeter gt Holding down gt Y GzD or CZ D performs slow continuous movement Holding down od while pressing and holding Y GD or Cz performs rapid continuous movement Important This operation is not possible in the following cases gt When engraving is in progress gt When operation is paused 44 Chapter 3 Basic Operation 3 4 Moving the Cutter Moving to a Specific Position Automatically Procedure O Close the front c
89. speed or making the feed rate slower t P 48 Adjusting the Spindle Speed p 77 Adjusting the Cutter Feed Rate During Engraving O verride gt Refasten the workpiece securely so that it does not come loose or slip te P 54 Mounting a Workpiece gt Try performing cutting a second time to finish the bottom surface and remove any burring Making the cutting in depth about 0 02 to 0 05 mm deeper for the second pass may yield better results gt Is the cutter worn Try replacing the cutter gt Check to make sure the cutter diameter matches the collet diameter Engraved lines are uneven or wavy AB Try revising the cutting parameters as described below gt The cutter holder tool retaining screw or collet is loose and the cutter is out of control Tighten securely t P 56 through 71 Cutter Installation Method 1 through Cutter Installation Method 4 gt Refasten the workpiece securely so that it does not come loose or slip t P 54 Mounting a Workpiece gt Check to make sure the cutter diameter matches the collet diameter 7 2 Troubleshooting O peration The power does not come on Hasn t the emergency stop button been pressed Pressing the emergency stop button automatically turns off the power Cancel the emergency stop te P 38 To Cancel an Emergency Stop Initialization is not performed or initialization fails Isn t the cover open Keep the cover closed during an in
90. t 18 About the Documentation forT his Machine Documentation Included with the Machine The following documentation is included with the machine User s Manual this manual This describes important notes for ensuring safe use and explains how to install and operate the machine Be sure to read it first It does not describe how to operate your computer or how to use the programs Roland Software Package Software Guide This explains how to install included program and other software and details Be sure to read this when connecting the machine to a computer Roland EngraveStudio Software Guide This explains how to install included program and other software and details Dr Engrave User s Manual electronic format manual This manual explains how to use the included engraving program It describes procedures ranging from how to design a nameplate or the like to engraving operations Read it if you re using this program The manual is in electronic format and no printed document is included You can find it on the included Roland Software Package CD ROM 3D Engrave User s Manual electronic format manual This manual explains how to use the included program for three dimensional engraving and for creating reliefs It describes procedures ranging from how to design reliefs and the like to cutting operations Read it if you re using this program The manual is in electronic format and no printed document is included You can find it
91. ter Installation Method 2 p 71 Cutter Installation Method 4 SET 21 Z0 Z2 SURFACE 200 Z1 This sets the cutting in depth during cutting as the distance from the ZO position This means that a change in the ZO position makes the Z1 position change as well Because this cannot be set at a location higher than the ZO position the value of the setting must be negative If the spindle head is at a higher location than ZO the screen displays for the Z axis coordinate The lock lever is normally set at position 3 When you ve made the setting on the computer the computer s setting takes precedence Making this setting is not required SET 21 ZO 22 UP 200 Z2 This sets the height along the Z axis when performing no load feed of the cutter during cutting as the distance from the ZO position This means that a change in the ZO position makes the Z2 position change as well Because this cannot be set at a location lower than the ZO position the value of the setting must be positive If the spindle head is at a lower location than ZO the screen displays x for the Z axis coordinate The lock lever is normally set at position Sw hen you ve made the setting on the computer the computer s setting takes precedence and so making this setting is not necessary 92 Chapter 5 Feature reference 5 5 Description of Menu Items Pause Menu c P 86 Pause Menu Pause On VIEW CONT STOP Pressing while a cutt
92. th the surface of the workpiece Placing a thin sheet of paper on the workpiece can prevent damage to the workpiece when the cutter touches it However take the thick ness of the paper into account when you set the Z axis origin Chapter 4 Engraving 4 5 Cutter Installation Method 2 No Nose Unit A 8 Point 8 Point If cutter insertion is difficult When usinga diameter 4 36 mm solid collet If the cutter catches on the solid collet and is difficult to Be careful to orient the cutter correctly insert loosening the cutter holder makes insertion easier Note that inserting it with undue force may result in damage to the workpiece After inserting the cutter Cutter tighten the cutter holder again TT A Solid collet Loosen the cutter holder ie Tab OK Not OK Secure the cutter in place Tighten the mounting screw for the cutter Cutter w holder ad screw Hexagonal 2 screw driver ea DAN O Press Cz O SET Z1 Zo z2 Use lt 4 and to select Z0 SURFACE 3000 O SET 21 Zo z2 Press to confirm SURFACE 0 The Z axis origin is set O x 500 Y 23000 Press ue Zo 5000RPM The main display appears The coordinate values for Z is set to 0 This completes the installation of the cutter Go on to page 75 Setting the XY Origin Point Home Position Chapter 4 Engraving 65 4 5 Cutter Installation Method 2
93. ting applies greater pressure to the workpiece than 1 gt 3 When automatic Z control is set to OFF you set the lock lever at this position The spindle head is locked and so the setting for the Z axis origin point must be made via the menu items Setting the lock lever at this position when automatic Z control is set to ON causes errors when making the origin point settings or performing cutting making the machine perform an emergency stop te P 104 Responding to an Error Message Lock lever 4 4N 400 al Sd D ISA Ges Le gt To raise Simply lift up the lever gt To lower Press the lever in slightly then lower it 82 Chapter 5 Feature reference 5 3 Surface Leveling of the Workpiece Table This adjusts the flatness of the surface of the workpiece table by cutting the table surface to a uniform depth This operation is called surface leveling or surfacing This can be useful in cases where rigorously precise flatness is required such as for plate engraving performed without using the nose unit The operation takes approximately one hour to complete Also pausing this operation while in progress is possible just as with ordinary cutting rx P 49 Pausing and Resuming Cutting Verifying the Cutter Used and the Settings gt Cutter used Included flat cutter ZEC A2320 gt Z axis origin point ZO posit
94. tion port Select the setting values to match the communication parameters for the program you re using P 85 Submenus INPUT This selects the connector for connection to a computer Commands from the SERI USB lt AUTO gt computer are received via the connector you specify here When this is set to AUTO the connector through which commands are first received after powerup is enabled automatically To change the port enabled when AUTO is selected either redo the selection of SERI or USB or switch off the machine s power and redo the operation from the beginning When this is set to SERI or AUTO the menu for setting the serial communi cation parameters appears gt Default setting AUTO STOP This makes the setting for the number of stop bits one of the serial communica lt 1 gt 2 tion parameters This is displayed only when IN PUT is set to SERI or AUTO gt Default setting 1 DATE This makes the setting for the data bit length one of the serial communication 7 lt 8 gt parameters This is displayed only when INPUT is set to SERI or AUTO gt Default setting 8 PARITY This makes the setting for parity one of the serial communication parameters lt NONE gt ODD EVEN This is displayed only when INPUT is set to SERI or AUTO gt Default setting NONE This makes the setting for the baud rate one of the serial communication pa rameters This is displayed only when INP
95. tment Press to confirm O Pause On Press ueno VIEW CONT STOP The screen shown at left returns O Pause On Use lt or to select CONT and press venus VIEW GONT STOP Engraving resumes gt Settable change ratios 10 to 200 in steps of 10 gt Settable range for feed rate X and Y axis directions 0 1 to 60 mm sec 0 004 to 2 4 in sec Z axis direction 0 1 to 30 mm sec 0 004 to 1 2 in sec Chapter 4 Engraving 77 4 9 Performing Engraving Executing Repeated Cutting A single set of cutting data is saved in the machine s memory until the next set of data is sent from the computer You can use this data to repeat the same cutting by operating just the machine Note however that cutting data that exceeds the machine s memory capacity 2 MB cannot be copied Procedure O Send the cutting data from the computer and execute cutting Change the workpiece ss P 54 Mounting a W orkpiece Press Gory 4 Copy Use to select GO GO CANCEL CLEAR Press Emm u to confirm Cutting is performed again using the cutting data used for execution just before O peration W hen O ther Items Are Selected gt CANCEL This returns you to the original menu without performing cutting again gt CLEAR This deletes the cutting data saved in the machine 78 Chapter 4 Engraving Chapter 5 Feature reference 5 1 Atta
96. ur we recommend using the pause menu displayed on the screen to select STO P and quit operation Revise the communication parameters on the machine and the computer the settings for baud rate parity number of stop bits and data bit length When a serial connection is used this error message may appear if the computer is re started while the machine is powered up te P 50 Stopping Cutting p 85 Submenus I O Err Buffer Overflow The machine s memory experienced an overflow Pressing pauses the machine Because unin tended operation may occur we recommend using the pause menu displayed on the screen to select STO P and quit operation Possible causes include unsuitable communication param eters for a serial connection Revise the communication pa rameters on the machine and the computer the settings for baud rate parity number of stop bits and data bit length re P 50 Stopping Cutting p 85 Submenus Command Not Recognized An emergency stop occurred because the machine received a command that could not be interpreted from the computer Pressing pauses the machine Because unin tended operation may occur we recommend using the pause menu displayed on the screen to select STOP and quit operation This is caused by program settings that do not match the machine s command set Check the program s settings and other values and redo the operation from the beginning

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