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OWNER'S MANUAL FOR EPILOG
LEGEND 24EX AND 32EX MODEL 6000
LEGEND TT MODEL 7000
Revision C
December 7, 2004
16371 Table Mountain Parkway
Golden, CO 80403
Phone (303) 277-1188
Fax (303) 277-9669
Technical Support (303) 215-9171
Technical Support online:
www.epiloglaser.com/service.htm
www.epiloglaser.com/downloads.htm

Table of Contents

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Epilog Laser LEGEND 24EX 6000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEpilog Laser
ModelLEGEND 24EX 6000
CategoryEngraver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to the Epilog Legend Manual

How to Use This Owners Manual

Guide to navigating the manual and understanding its structure and conventions.

Manual Conventions

Explains model-specific notations and conventions used throughout the manual.

Structure of the Manual

Outlines the organization of the manual into sections and topics.

Icons Used in this Manual

Explains the meaning of various symbols used to highlight important information.

Legend Setup Guide

Section 1: Getting Started

Unpacking Your Machine

Instructions for removing the laser system from its packaging and preparing it for use.

Unpacking Your L24 EX or L32 EX Machine

Detailed steps for uncrating and unpacking the L24EX or L32EX laser models.

Unpacking Your TT Machine

Detailed steps for uncrating and unpacking the Legend TT laser model.

Connecting the Computer

Guidance on connecting the laser system to a computer via Ethernet or Parallel ports.

Connecting the Exhaust

Instructions for properly installing and connecting the exhaust system for ventilation.

Connecting Electrical Power

Information on voltage requirements and connecting the laser system to a power source.

Laser Cooling Requirements and Operating Temperatures

Details on maintaining optimal operating temperatures and cooling for the laser system.

Section 2: Safety

Laser Safety

Essential safety information regarding laser operation and potential hazards.

Electrical Safety

Precautions to ensure safe handling of electrical power and connections.

Fire Safety

Guidelines to prevent fires during laser operation and recommended fire suppression.

Safety Features and Regulatory Compliance

Overview of built-in safety features and compliance with industry standards.

Section 3: Dos and Donts

Operating Dos and Donts

Key recommendations and prohibitions for safe and effective laser operation.

Section 4: Connecting and Configuring Your Computer - Print Driver Installation

Printer Installation

Steps for installing the custom Epilog print driver for the Legend laser system.

Network Printing - Crossover Cable to Ethernet Connection

Detailed guide for setting up a direct Ethernet connection using a crossover cable.

Parallel Printing

Instructions for connecting and installing the print driver via a parallel port.

USB Printing

Guidance on setting up printing through a USB connection using a converter cable.

Section 5: Configuring CorelDraw

Print Settings within Corel 9 or Corel Essentials

Specific print settings adjustments required in CorelDraw for optimal laser output.

Color Mapping

How to configure color mapping in CorelDraw for vector cutting and marking.

Installing and Using the Win XP;2000 Ex Print Driver with Corel 9

Troubleshooting and installation advice for the print driver with Corel 9.

Section 7: Using the Epilog Legend Print Driver

General

Overview of the print driver's capabilities and general settings.

Job Type

Explains how to select Raster, Vector, or Combined modes for print jobs.

Raster

Details on using Raster mode for marking and engraving materials.

Vector

Information on using Vector mode for cutting and line drawing applications.

Combined

How to utilize Combined mode for jobs involving both raster and vector operations.

Print Quality

Understanding DPI settings and their impact on engraving quality and time.

Piece Size

How to set the artwork page size to match the material or table size.

Speed

How to adjust laser speed for engraving and cutting operations.

Power

How to adjust laser power to control engraving depth and cutting capability.

Map Colors To Speed;Power

Using color mapping to assign different speed and power settings to vector objects.

Auto Focus

Instructions and explanation of the automatic focusing feature for precise setup.

Section 8: Using the Epilog Legend Systems

Keyboard Commands

Overview of the laser system's control panel and keyboard functions.

Focus

Procedures for manual and automatic focusing of the laser beam on the material.

Jobs

How to manage and run stored jobs on the laser system.

Auto Focus

Details on enabling, disabling, and using the auto focus feature.

Air Assist

Explanation of the air assist feature for improving engraving and cutting quality.

Service

Accessing service menus for calibration, adjustments, and diagnostics.

Lenses

Information on standard and optional lenses and their impact on spot size and depth of field.

Loading Your Work

Guidance on placing and orienting material on the laser table for engraving.

Operation

Basic steps for running a job on the laser system.

Job Storage

How the laser system stores and manages jobs in its memory.

Single Job Mode

Operating the laser system for a single job at a time.

Multiple Job Mode

Managing and running multiple jobs sequentially on the laser system.

Section 9: Speed and Power Recommendations

Engraving Speed

Factors influencing engraving speed and system capabilities.

Engraving Power

How laser power affects engraving depth and material processing.

Recommendations

Guidelines for setting speed and power based on material and desired results.

Multiple Passes

Techniques for using multiple passes to improve engraving or cutting quality.

Speed and Power Recommendation Tables

Tables providing recommended speed and power settings for various materials and laser wattages.

Section 10: Material Engraving Techniques

Acrylic

Techniques for engraving and cutting acrylic materials.

Anodized Aluminum

Methods for engraving anodized aluminum, focusing on color contrast.

Brass - Painted

Guidance for engraving painted brass, including substrate types and techniques.

Glass

Techniques for engraving glass, including achieving a smooth frosted finish.

Notary Seals - Delrin

Specific methods for engraving Delrin plastic for notary seals.

Plastic

General information and techniques for engraving various types of plastic.

Rubber Stamps

Using the print driver for engraving rubber stamps and creating stamp layouts.

Wood

Techniques for engraving and cutting solid and manufactured wood products.

Section 11: Standard and Optional Machine Features

Auto Focus

Explanation of the automatic focusing system and its operation.

Air Assist

Details on the air assist feature for improving cut quality and preventing material damage.

Rotary Attachment

Information on installing and using the rotary attachment for cylindrical objects.

Double Head

Installation and operation of the optional double head feature for increased productivity.

Optional Lenses

Overview of available focal lenses and their impact on spot size and depth of field.

Spot Size, Focus Length, and Depth of Field

How different lenses affect laser beam characteristics and application suitability.

Vector Grid

Using the vector grid for improved cutting quality and reduced backside burning.

Section 12: Engraving Machine Maintenance

Cleaning - Important!

General cleaning procedures to maintain the laser system's performance.

Exhaust

Maintenance of the exhaust blower and duct system for proper ventilation.

Bearings

Cleaning and lubrication procedures for the machine's bearing system.

Optics

Procedures for cleaning mirrors and lenses to maintain laser power and prevent damage.

Laser Tube

Information on the laser tube's service life, refurbishment, and replacement.

Auto Focus Plunger

Maintenance and cleaning of the auto focus plunger for accurate focusing.

Section 13: Material Suppliers

Laser Engravable Products

List of suppliers for various laser engravable materials.

Acrylic

Recommended suppliers for acrylic sheets and materials.

Laser Engravable Coated Metals

Suppliers for coated metals suitable for laser engraving.

Pressboard Plaques - Melamine

Suppliers for pressboard plaques and melamine materials.

Walnut Plaques & Specialty Wood Products

Suppliers for walnut plaques and other specialty wood products.

Corian or Fountainhead - Synthetic Marble

Suppliers for Corian and synthetic marble materials.

Engravable Plastics

Suppliers for various types of engravable plastic sheets.

Flat Glass

Suppliers for flat glass suitable for laser engraving applications.

Section 14: In Case of Difficulty

Contacting Technical Support

Information on how to contact Epilog's technical support department for assistance.

Avoiding Common Print Problems

Troubleshooting common printing issues and solutions for the laser system.

Section 15: Servicing the Legend

Service Module Location Diagram Legend 24 & 32 EX

Diagram showing the location of major service modules within the Legend EX models.

Service Module Location Diagram #1 Legend TT

Diagram illustrating the location of service modules in the Legend TT model.

Service Module Location Diagram #2 Legend TT

Second diagram detailing service module locations for the Legend TT model.

Controller

Instructions for removing and replacing the laser system's controller module.

Power Supply

Steps for removing and replacing the laser system's power supply module.

Laser Module & RF Module Legend EX

Guidance on servicing the laser and RF modules in the Legend EX systems.

Keyboard;Display

Procedures for removing and servicing the keyboard and display unit.

X-Beam

Instructions for servicing or replacing the X-beam assembly.

Section 16: Upgrading the Operational Firmware

Upgrading Your Legend Using Flashmaster Software

Overview of using Flashmaster software for firmware upgrades.

Installing Flashmaster onto Your Computer

Steps for installing the Flashmaster software required for firmware updates.

Installing New Legend Firmware Onto Your Computer

Process for downloading and preparing firmware files for installation.

Installing New Firmware From Your Computer to Your Legend

Step-by-step guide to transfer and install new firmware onto the laser system.

Section 17: Specifications

Legend 24 EX Specifications

Technical specifications for the Epilog Legend 24EX laser system.

Legend 32 EX Specifications

Technical specifications for the Epilog Legend 32EX laser system.

Legend TT Specifications

Technical specifications for the Epilog Legend TT laser system.

Compatibility

Information on software and operating system compatibility with the Legend laser.

Recommended PC

Guidelines for selecting a suitable computer for optimal performance with the laser system.

Software

Recommended software and compatibility notes for use with the Legend laser.

About The Laser

General explanation of the CO2 laser technology used in the Epilog Legend system.

Appendix A Warranty Statement

Appendix B Setting Up a Network Connection

Setting Up a Network Connection

General steps and considerations for establishing a network connection for the laser system.

One Computer Connected to One Legend

Simplest network setup: connecting a single computer to one laser system.

One Computer Connected to Multiple Legends Using a Hub

Network configuration for one computer connected to multiple lasers via a hub.

More Than One Computer Connected to One Legend

Network setup for multiple computers connecting to a single laser system.

Multiple Computers and Multiple Legends

Network configuration for multiple computers and multiple lasers using a hub.

Appendix C Printing From AutoCAD

Printing from AutoCAD

General instructions for printing designs from AutoCAD to the laser system.

Printing from AutoCAD 14 with Windows XP or 2000

Specific steps for printing from older AutoCAD versions with Windows XP/2000.

Printing from AutoCAD Versions 2000 and Later from Windows XP;2000

Guidance for printing from newer AutoCAD versions on Windows XP/2000.

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