Xenetech Duo 1218 - User Manual

Xenetech Duo 1218 Installation & Table Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ......................................................................................................................................... 5
PLACEMENT OF WARNING LABELS ................................................................................................................. 7
ABOUT YOUR SYSTEM ........................................................................................................................................... 8
Outside ................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Motion System ...................................................................................................................................................... 9
Optics ................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Table and table elevator assembly ..................................................................................................................... 10
Laser Tube and Control panel assembly ............................................................................................................ 11
FIRST THINGS FIRST ............................................................................................................................................ 13
Unpacking the System ........................................................................................................................................ 13
System Placement ............................................................................................................................................... 13
Cable Connections ............................................................................................................................................. 13
Turning On the System for the first time ............................................................................................................ 14
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................... 15
Xenetech Graphic Workstation Installation ....................................................................................................... 15
Viper Communication Suite installation ............................................................................................................ 16
FEATURES GUIDE .................................................................................................................................................. 24
Touch Screen ...................................................................................................................................................... 24
ONE FINAL NOTE ..................................................................................................................................................... 25
THE MAIN MENU ................................................................................................................................................... 26
JOBS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 26
MECHANICAL HOME ................................................................................................................................................ 26
TEMP HOME............................................................................................................................................................. 26
JOB OFFSETS ............................................................................................................................................................ 26
MOVE X/Y .............................................................................................................................................................. 27
FOCUS...................................................................................................................................................................... 27
REPORT POSITION .................................................................................................................................................... 27
THE SETTINGS MENU ........................................................................................................................................... 28
AIR ASSIST .............................................................................................................................................................. 28
BLOWER DELAY ...................................................................................................................................................... 28

Summary

Safety Information

About Your System

Motion System

Optics

Laser Beam Path Through Optics

Describes the path of the laser beam through mirrors and lens for engraving.

Table and Table Elevator Assembly

Laser Tube and Control Panel Assembly

First Things First

System Unpacking Procedures

Instructions for removing packaging materials and securing the laser carriage assembly.

System Placement Guidelines

Considerations for positioning the system, including access, ventilation, and cable management.

System Cable Connections

Details on connecting power and Ethernet cables to the input panel for system communication.

Turning On the System for the First Time

Software Installation

Xenetech Graphic Workstation Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the Xenetech Graphic Workstation software.

Viper Communication Suite Installation

Detecting Your System

Connection Manager

Testing Your IP Connection

Updating Firmware

Features Guide

Touch Screen Interface Overview

The Main Menu

Focus

The Settings Menu

Focal Length

Continuous Path

Rubber Stamp

Diamond Drag (Xenetech Duo Laser Only)

Service

Beam Alignment Procedure

Procedure for adjusting power and firing time for optimal beam alignment.

Table Home Operations

Edge and Tickle Settings

Motor Phase Test

Registration

Auto Focus

Focus Importance for Engraving Quality

Explains why proper focus is critical for engraving quality and spot size.

Auto Focus Mechanism Explained

Details the working principle of the auto focus system using diode and phototransistor.

Rotary Engraving

Preventive Maintenance

X and Y Axis Rails Maintenance

Belts and Pulleys Inspection and Cleaning

Optics and Laser Tube Aperture Cleaning

Procedures for cleaning optics and the laser tube aperture for optimal performance.

Suggested Cleaning Schedule

Daily Cleaning Tasks

Weekly Cleaning Tasks

Cleaning Tips

Appendix A: High Pressure Belt - Drive Blowers

Appendix B: Beam Alignment

Optics Component Overview

Beam Path Explanation

Checking the Alignment

Aligning the Beam Between Mirror#1 and Mirror #2

Aligning the Beam Between Mirror#2 and Mirror #3

Appendix C: VCS Installed Programs

Job Editor Functionality

Job Console Operation

Job Name Server Configuration

Job Server Factory

Xenetech Duo 1218 Specifications

General

Engraving Area	12" x 18"
Resolution	1000 DPI
Connectivity	Serial, USB
Operating System	Windows
Print Technology	Laser Engraving