Introduction Introduction RPS-600 wireless power supply for the Dragonfly and Stingray tattoo We are proud to present the machines. Designed with the tattoo artist in focus and manufactured with the highest quality materials and components available. Working without cords gives the Tattoo artist flexibility and a freedom to perform otherwise difficult movements. It also enables the user to provide a better environment for their customers as the cord reduce the risk for cross contamination Intended use RPS-600 The is designed and developed solely for tattooing of humans for the use by professional RPS-600 can be used with the products Dragonfly and Stingray and with other tattoo artists only. The tattoo machines that can be powered by a wire. Document information It is important to keep this document for the life of the equipment, and pass the document on to any subsequent holder or user of the equipment. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Ink Machines assumes no ...
Description Description RPS-600 The wireless power supply is a power supply designed to allow the freedom of tattooing without any cords to the tattoo machine or the foot switch. Once the machines are rigged with Powerpacks (max 6 machines) the main unit will sense which machine you pick up and recall the volt settings. Normally there is no need to touch the Powerpacks during the session once set up and ...
Description Main unit / charger The Main unit is designed to stand on its own on a flat surface. Combined with a large LCD display the status and settings of the setup is easily overviewed from the working position. Communications RPS-600 between the units are by radio for optimal reliability and performance. The can handle up to 6 active Powerpacks and charge 4. The Main unit/charger is also equipped with regular ¼" Phono plugs on the back and can handle other tattoo machines and foot switches by wire for full compatibility. There is also a USB connection for ...
Approvals Approvals This product is approved and tested to the US requirements of the Federal Communications Commission, Title 47 Code of Federal Regulations Part 15 ‐ Radio Frequency Devices. The product also complies with the Europe requirements for CE‐marking towards the R&TTE Directive, 1999/5/EC. See Declaration of conformity in the end of the manual. Identification labels The product is labelled according to below; Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 6 (26) ...
The manufacturer does not have responsibility for any kind of material or personal damage or infection caused by the operation. Negligence or misuse of the machine or the components attached to the machine is the operations responsibility. The manufacturer does not have responsibility for contamination or infection of humans or animals. Product To keep your product in good shape handle it with care! The product should not under any circumstances come in direct contact with fluids. If fluids will get in contact with the electronic it can ruin the product. Do not connect any other power adapter then the one delivered with the machine. Keep the product away from warm places. Customer Ink Machines only provide products for professional tattoo artists and the product may only be used by professionals with knowledge about diseases and how to maintain a clean working environment and a sterile equipment. For a good hygienic barrier use: sterile tubes, grips, tips and needles. rubber gloves. plastic bags and wraps for tattoo equipment; around the power supply and the machine with the Powerpack or the power cord. Always keep your equipment clean! See chapter Cleaning and hygienic for further instruction. Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 7 (26) ...
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ‐ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ‐ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ‐ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ‐ Consult the dealer for help. Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 8 (26) ...
Standard parts delivered: a‐c. 1 powersupply; Main unit / charger, Display, Control panel d. 2 powerpacks e. 1 foot switch f. 1 power adapter for local connection req. 1 USB cable g. The product is delivered in a bag with trays for all your tattoo equipment from Ink Machines. a. Power adapter Tattoo machines Power supply b. Powerpacks Foot switch Cable units Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 9 (26) ...
Powerpacks will automatically pair* to the Main unit. The pairing will take about 5 sec. Note! It will take a couple of minutes for the correct charging to be displayed. The charging cycle takes about one hour if the Powerpacks are empty. Place the delivered foot switch nearby you on the floor, make sure you can reach it. The main unit will recognize the foot switch as it is paired* from the factory. Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 10 (26) ...
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Connect the Powerpacks to your Dragonfly or Stingray tattoo machine by sliding it on to the back of the machines. The Powerpack should go all the way and mate with the back surface of the machine. On the Stingray there should be a gap between the powerpack and the machine. Dragonfly Stingray To activate the Powerpack and the machine you are holding you need to shake it or give it a gentle tilt. The active Powerpack** will be highlighted on the Display. You can also chose active Powerpack manually by selecting active Powerpack with the arrows on the Control panel. Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 11 (26) ...
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Additional Powerpacks can be charged while working. Max 4 Powerpacks can be placed in the charger at the same time. If you want to use a 7 machine of another brand you can connect it with a RCA or a clip cord to the ¼" Phono outlet on the back of the Main unit. You will find the volt settings for the wired machine to the right on the display, pressing the arrow to the right as far as possible. The wired machine always have to be activated manually on the User interface. * read more about Pairing under User interface. ** read more about active Powerpack under User interface. Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 12 (26) ...
Connection Connection Wires The wiring connection point can be found on the back side of the Main unit. Connection point for; the power adapter delivered whit the unit. for wired Tattoo machine, rotary and coil. a. c. for a wired foot switch. USB cable ONLY for future software upgrade. b. d. Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 13 (26) ...
Powerpacks charging on the charger (max 4). (diff. when cable cord running) b. Running status for active Powerpack f. Total manual time activated. c. Current power consumption when running g. Automatic working time for active Powerpack on battery. (A for cord) Keep it low to save power! d. Selections for the Total manual time. h. Paired Powerpacks voltage and power left on START, STOP, RESET each Powerpack. (ev. wired tattoo machine connected CABL.) Control panel i. Settings, see Settings further below. l. Navigate left and right between Timer options and Active Powerpack j. Return to main menu m. Start and Stop Tattoo machine. Confirm selections k. Change Voltage to the active unit, arrow up(+) and arrow down(‐) Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 14 (26) ...
The machine is powered when pressing the pedal once. The TOGGLE machine is unpowered when pressing it again. The machine is powered when the foot is continuously pressing HOLD the foot pedal Display settings. BACKLIGHT Press the left and right arrow keys when selecting Display settings. CONTRAST Press the left and right arrow keys when selecting Will try to obtain constant speed when the load is increasing. BOOST MODE* OFF, ON KICK START* Gives extra power to the tattoo machine at start up. LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH Pair the foot switch to the Main unit. PAIR FOOTSWITCH* Unpair the foot switch from the Main unit. UNPAIR FOOTSWITCH* Unpair Powerpacks from the Main unit UNPAIR POWERPACKS* Manually activating of Sleep mode. SLEEP MODE* * See further below Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 15 (26) ...
User interface Control panel to manually select which Powerpack that should be active. The Active Powerpack will be highlighted on the display. Sleep mode The Sleep mode is automatic activated if the unit is not touched for a while, this will put the machine in Standby mode. Sleep mode will dim the display and will use less power. Meanwhile the Powerpacks loaded on the charger will go on charging. Do not disconnect the Main unit. The Sleep mode can be manually activated from the Settings menu by choosing; SLEEP MODE. To deactivate Sleep mode just tilt the tattoo machine, push a button or the Foot switch. Kick Start The Kick start gives extra power to the Tattoo Machine at start up. This could be useful if the machine is equipped with extra features and the standard voltage is not enough for the start up. There are 4 levels; LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH and OFF. Note! Only use this feature if necessary, it will increase wear! Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 16 (26) ...
User interface Boost mode The Boost mode will increase your machines capability considerable. It will enable the machine to keep the same speed when the workload is increasing. Depending on your setup this feature can be really useful. Note! Only use this feature if necessary, it will increase wear! Speed(CPS) The speed of the machine is displayed as CPS, the cycles per second in Hz. Duty cycle The duty cycle is displayed as DUTY in %, it is calculated as the contact time. Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 17 (26) ...
Dragonfly and Stingray Machine Compatibility Battery CR2450 Operating temperature 10‐35 ̊ C Indoor use only. Weight 240 grams Dimensions L x W x H 100 x 100 x 25 mm Power adapter, ATS065-A240 Power input 100‐240V 50‐60Hz Power output 24V 2.7A Operating temperature 10‐35 ̊ C Indoor use only. Weight 300 grams Dimensions LxWxH 115 x 52 x 38 mm Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 19 (26) ...
Warranty Warranty This product includes a 12 month warranty from the date of purchase. The warranty applies to factory faults and not to wear of any components caused by normal or abnormal use. If this product becomes defective during the Warranty period, Ink Machines shall have the option, in its sole discretion, to either repair the product or replace the product. The warranty is void if: RPS-600 1. The user interface, main unit or Powepacks has been opened. RPS-600 2. The or any of its units or components have been autoclaved or cleaned in an ultrasonic cleaner. 3. Powerpacks have been used on any other machine than Dragonfly or Stingray. 4. Components have been damaged by misuse or carelessness. 5. Components have been manipulated. 6. Used with alkaline or acid cleaning agents with strong bases (high or low pH). 7. Used of other Power adapter. Ink Machines entire aggregate liability for losses and damages for any cause related to or arising out of the purchase and/or use of the product will in no event exceed the purchase price paid for the product. In no event will Ink Machines be liable: (a) any indirect, special, incidental, consequential or punitive loss or damage, or other economic loss of any kind, in any case, even if advised of, or if Ink Machines could reasonably foresee, the possibility thereof. The limitations, exclusions and disclaimers in this ...
Caution! Never spray or pour fluids directly on any of the units, it can cause short circuit and will void the warranty. Preparation Prepare all the tattoo machines before starting your session. Always clean the tattoo machine according to their manuals before attaching the RPS‐ 600 Powerpacks. All the touching takes normally place on the Main unit during the session so there is no need to touch the Powerpacks during the session. To avoid contamination of the User interface (display and Control panel) it is designed to accept a 100x150mm plastic bag. Wrap up the User interface before starting your session. Foot switch Clean the Foot switch outside and inside to eliminate dirt and deposits as it could affect the function of the Foot switch. Clean about 4 times a year depending on workload. Dismount the foot switch, see Service and maintenance. Use a damped piece of paper or cloth and gently wipe it off. Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 21 (26) ...
Service and maintenance Service and maintenance RPS-600 Self‐service and repairing of the and/or any of its units are prohibited and the warranty will be void if any unit has been opened or manipulated. The only exception is cleaning of the Foot switch and replacement of the battery in the Foot switch. For service and repair visit www.inkmachines.com. Caution! Changes or modifications not approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the product. Exchange of foot switch battery The foot switch is equipped with a CR2450 battery. To exchange the battery you need to dismount the unit. The foot switch consists of: ...
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Note! Do not remove the electrical board! 3. The battery(e) is located beneath the electrical board(c) and fixed with an elastic band(g). Drag the elastic band horizontal from the board and release the battery. Use a tool to push the battery from the backside. 4. Attach the new battery. Note! Make sure the battery is placed with the positive terminal (+) facing down. 5. Ensure the elastic band fix the battery in it’s position. 6. Reattach the bottom plate(b) to the spring(d) and upside cover(a) by mounting the unit upside down. 7. Attach the two screws(f). 8. Test that the foot switch is working. Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 23 (26) ...
Accessories Accessories Available accessories to order after delivery: Powerpack, Foot switch RCA cable See www.inkmachines.com for contact information. Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 24 (26) ...
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Waste Waste The manufacturing company is responsible for disposal of the Product. To avoid environment pollution and human injury follow local regulation concerning waste of electronic products. This product contains rechargeable and not rechargeable batteries. In the interest of protecting the environment and human helath, please send the rechargable batteries back to the manufacturer for exchange and follow local regulations concerning waste of batteries. The symbol indicates that the product and it’s electronic accessories is not to be disposed with other house hold waste. Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 25 (26) ...
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8. Viewed from the back side the Stingray should have a gap between the Powerpack and the machine, the Dragonfly should not have the gap. See the figure up of. The foot switch does not work. Check that; 1. the foot switch is paired with the Main unit. 2. you will get audio and display activities from the Main unit 3. the battery is placed with the positive terminal (+) facing down. 4. the foot switch is cleaned and there is no left dirt that could affect the function. 5. If the battery is finished, then exchange it. Ink Machines RPS-600 Draft 0.10/2014‐01‐27 26 (26) ...
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Declaration of Conformity FCC Per: 47 Code of Federal Regulations Part 15 ‐ Radio Frequency Devices. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation We, the responsible party: Company Name : Ink Machines Sweden AB (US rep. importer) Address : BOX 8025 350 08 VÄXJÖ, Sweden Phone : +46 470 244 03 declares that the product; Type of equipment: Wireless powersupply for Tattoo Machines Model / Name: RPS‐600 Was tested to confirm to the app. FCC rules and regulations. Testing was carried out by a listed facility of the FCC in accordance with the facility’s registration. Certification Summery; Requirements tested : FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart C Report Number : 3P07356‐F15C Tested by : SP Technical Research Institute of Sweden FCC listed Lab. Reg no : 90838 Date of issue: 2014‐ Signed: ...
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R&TTE Declaration of Conformity (DoC) We; Name Ink Machines Sweden AB Address BOX 8025 350 08 VÄXJÖ, Sweden declare under our sole responsibility that the product; Product name /model: RPS‐600 incl. WFS and Powerpack Type: Wireless powersupply for Tattoo Machines to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC). The product is in conformity with the following standards and/or other normative documents; ...
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