Roland EGX-600 - User Manual

User’s Manual
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Roland EGX-600 Specifications

General

Brand	Roland
Model	EGX-600
Category	Printer
Language	English

Summary

Users Manual Introduction and Safety

Key Safety Instructions Before Use

Highlights critical safety notes for correct and safe usage of the product.

General Safety Rules for Operation

Work Area, Electrical, and Personal Safety

Covers safety guidelines for the work area, electrical precautions, and personal conduct.

Ensuring Safe Use: Warnings and Symbols

Understanding Warning;Caution Notices and Symbols

Explains the meaning of WARNING/CAUTION notices and safety symbols.

Safe Operation: Electrical and Handling Precautions

Electrical Safety: Cord and Outlet Handling

Details safe practices for power cords, plugs, and outlets to prevent shock.

Safe Operation: Tool and Machine Handling

Safe Tool and Workpiece Handling

Advises on safe practices like not inserting hands, avoiding blade tips, and securing tools.

Included Items and Package Contents

List of Machine Components and Accessories

Machine Installation and Setup

Choosing the Correct Installation Environment

Connecting Cables and Power

Cable Connection Procedures

Guides on connecting operation panel, power, printer, or serial cables.

Basic Machine Operation

Emergency Stop Procedures

Performing and Cancelling an Emergency Stop

Explains how to activate and deactivate the emergency stop function for safety.

Powering the Machine On and Off

Machine Power On and Off Procedures

Step-by-step guide to safely turn on and off the machine.

Spindle Head Movement Control

Basic Spindle Head Movement Control

Explains how to move the spindle head along X, Y, and Z axes using the control panel.

Spindle Rotation Control

Starting, Stopping, and Adjusting Spindle Speed

Details how to control spindle rotation and adjust its speed.

Preparations for Cutting Operations

Selecting Cutter Installation Methods

Choosing Tool Types and Installation Methods

Details different cutter types and their suitability with or without a nose unit.

Cutter Installation Method 1: With Nose Unit

Cutter Installation Method 2: Without Nose Unit

Cutter Installation Method 3: Diamond Scraper

Cutter Installation Method 4: Using End Mill

Loading Workpieces for Cutting

Methods for Securing Workpieces

Setting Cutting Reference Points

Setting the Home Position (Origin Point)

Explains how to set the machine's home position as the X/Y origin for cutting.

Performing Cutting with a Computer

Computer Cutting: Initial Procedures

Setting Cutting Parameters Before Computer Output

Emphasizes setting cutting parameters like depth and speed before sending commands from a computer.

Configuring Cutting Parameters

Types of Cutting Parameters

Machine-Based Parameter Settings

Setting Spindle Speed and Feed Rates

Guides on adjusting spindle speed and setting feed rates via machine menus.

Setting Cutting Depth and Amount

Setting Cutting-in Depth and Cut-out Amount

Explains how to set cutting-in depth and cut-out amount relative to the Z0 position.

Using Memory Cards for Data Transfer

Saving and Executing Cutting Data on Memory Cards

Saving Cutting Data from Software

Saving Data Using Dr. Engrave

Teaching Feature: Sequence Creation Basics

Step 1: Define Operation Mode and Origin Points

Guides on deciding the desired movement and setting X, Y, Z origin points.

Teaching Feature: Creating a Sequence

Step 2: Create the Sequence Commands

Details entering commands like MOVE-LIMIT, SP OFF, and MOVE-ZM to build a sequence.

Teaching Feature: Saving and Executing Sequences

Step 3 & 4: Save and Execute Sequence

Explains how to save the sequence and then select and run it to verify operation.

Editing Sequences: Correcting and Inserting Steps

Correcting and Inserting Steps in Sequences

Details how to revise existing steps and insert new steps into a sequence.

Editing Sequences: Deleting Steps

Deleting Specific Steps from a Sequence

Revising and Saving Sequences

Calling Up, Revising, and Overwriting Saved Sequences

Teaching Feature Coordinate Systems

Workpiece, Machine, and Optional Origin Points

Registering I Level and R Level

Defining I Level and R Level Values

Teaching Feature Command Reference: Movement Commands

MOVE-LIMIT, MOVE-ORG, MOVE-ZM Commands

Teaching Feature Command Reference: Z-Axis Movement

MOVE-ZI Command Details

Teaching Feature Command Reference: Simultaneous Movement

MOVE-3 Command Details

Teaching Feature Command Reference: Cutting Movement

CUT-ZM Command Details

Teaching Feature Command Reference: Z-Axis Cutting

CUT-ZI Command Details

Teaching Feature Command Reference: Simultaneous Cutting

CUT-3 Command Details

Teaching Feature Command Reference: Arc Movement

ARC Command Details

Teaching Feature Command Reference: Spindle and Wait Commands

SP, P, WAIT, and WAIT KEY Commands

Teaching Feature Command Reference: Control and Jump Commands

W, BREAK, and JUMP Commands

Teaching Feature Command Reference: Conditional and Subroutine Commands

J, CALL, C, and RETURN Commands

Teaching Feature Command Reference: Sequence Management

SEL ORG, FINISH, DO NOTHING, DELETE, INSERT Commands

Coordinate Systems and Origin Points Details

Workpiece, Machine, and Optional Origin Point Details

Machine Maintenance Procedures

Daily Cleaning and Care Instructions

General Cleaning of Machine Components

Spindle and Z-Axis Maintenance

Spindle Unit and Belt Maintenance

Troubleshooting Machine Operation

Machine Fails to Start or Respond

Addresses issues where the machine won't power on or buttons have no effect.

Troubleshooting Engraving Quality Issues

Uneven Cutting-in Depth

Provides solutions for non-uniform cutting depth when using or not using the nose unit.

Troubleshooting Operation and Spindle Sound

Abnormal Cutting or Spindle Rotation Issues

Addresses abnormal cutting depth and spindle rotation problems.

Responding to Error Messages: Command Issues

Command Not Recognized and Parameter Errors

Explains errors related to unrecognized commands, wrong parameter counts, or exceeding values.

Responding to Error Messages: Card and Data Issues

Memory Card Access and Data Errors

Addresses errors like Verify Card, Data Error, Memory Write Error, and Card Access Error.

Machine Specifications: Main Unit