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Multicam Laser 2000 Series - User Manual

Multicam Laser 2000 Series
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Laser User Manual
Introduction
IN 1 – 21
Fast Starts
FS 1 – 29
Keypad and Functions
KF 1 – 34
Menu Items
MI 1 – 81
Options
OP 1 – 3
Connections
CN 1 – 19
Software
SW 1 – 47
Read this manual before using this product.
Failure to follow the instructions and safety precautions in this manual
can result in serious injury or death.
Keep this manual in a safe location.

Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction

Customer Responsibilities for Safety

Outlines the safety obligations of the user regarding the MultiCam machine operation and maintenance.

Power Lockout Instructions

Step-by-step guide for safely de-energizing the machine before performing any repair or maintenance.

Precautions When Handling the Electrical Components of a Laser

Safety measures to be observed when working with the laser's electrical components.

Safety Measures for Handling Oxygen

Precautions and guidelines for safely working with oxygen cylinders and related systems.

Labels, Warnings, and Cautions

Explanation of various labels indicating potential hazards, warnings, and cautions on the machine.

Dangers

Description of danger labels signifying a high probability of severe injury or death.

Notices

Labels indicating potential for property damage and essential operating information.

Fast Starts

Fast Start Laser

Step-by-step guide for initial setup and operation of the MultiCam laser system.

Fast Start Laser - MultiVision

Specific quick start instructions for the MultiCam laser system with MultiVision.

Restarting after E-Stop

Procedure for safely restarting the laser system after an emergency stop activation.

Restarting after Power Failure

Steps to follow for restarting the laser system after a power interruption.

Restarting after Activation of Interlocks

Procedure for resuming operation after the activation of safety interlocks.

Keypad and Functions

Handheld Keypad

Detailed explanation of the graphical handheld keypad interface and its controls.

Emergency Stop (E-Stop)

Function and operation of the emergency stop button for immediate system shutdown.

Hot Keys for the Laser

Overview of the keypad's hot keys for quick access to laser system functions.

Feedrate Override

How to adjust the cutting speed (feedrate) of the machine during operation.

Increase; Decrease Power

Method for adjusting the laser power levels during the cutting sequence.

Set Surface (Z=0)

Procedure for setting the material surface as the Z-axis reference point.

Set Home (0,0)

Procedure for establishing the machine's home position for accurate referencing.

Move

Function to move the machine's axes to specific entered coordinates.

Dry Run

Previewing a file without cutting material to verify the cutting path.

Step and Repeat

Function to execute a single job file multiple times for efficient production.

Menu Items

Params_2 D

Setting machine parameters specific to laser operation for various materials.

Cut_Utils

Utilities for cutting common shapes, resurfacing material, and testing system output.

Utility

Accessing additional options for completing, changing, or monitoring cutting sequences.

Vision

Using cameras for fiducial setup, alignment, and repetitive cutting projects.

Fiducial Check

Function to determine machine squareness and calculate X,Y offsets and rotation.

Connection Test

Testing communication between the controller and the computer.

Options

Fume Extraction

System for handling fumes and particulates resulting from laser cutting operations.

Capacitive Cutting Head

System using capacitance to maintain proper standoff between nozzle and material.

Connections

Ethernet Connection Information

Requirements and key components for establishing Ethernet connections.

Setup for Ethernet Connection

Step-by-step guide for configuring the Ethernet connection for the CNC machine.

Communication Troubleshooting

Common issues and troubleshooting steps for communication failures.

Communications Port Settings of Windows

Configuring Windows COM port settings for optimal communication performance.

Software

MultiCam Software

Information regarding the MultiCam software installation CD and its contents.

Motion Controller Utilities

Utilities for motion control, DNC, digitizing, previewing, and reporting.

JobNameServer

Program for connecting to network folders and automating job execution.

JobEditor

Application for previewing and editing job files via resizing or repositioning.

Material Library Editor

Tool for editing and managing material specifications and parameters.

CNC Configuration

Setting control modes and parameters for G and M Codes.

Multicam Laser 2000 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Laser TypeCO2
Table Size1500mm x 3000mm
Maximum Material Thickness25mm
Work Area1500mm x 3000mm
Drive SystemServo Motor
Cooling SystemWater Chiller

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