Full Spectrum Laser MUSE 3D Operation Manual page 68

2. Connect to Software Retina Engrave v3.0
Follow the instructions presented in Section III: Installation & Assembly. As a recap, you will turn on your
computer and your Muse 3D laser cutter and wait for both to finish their boot cycle. Then, using the Muse
3D touch screen, touch the "Settings" button and then touch "Network". Copy the IP address on the touch
screen into your computer's browser and the program will appear, ready to use. For best results, we
recommend using Google Chrome as this is the most compatible with RetinaEngrave v3.0 technology
3. Import Design
Import your designs by selecting the "Open File" icon, or by dragging and dropping your file into the
workspace. This software detects a wide variety of file types, however, forvector cuts PDF files work best
and are simple to convert on most design software. For raster engraving, the JPEG file format is widely
used and can easily be taken from a cellphone photo or an image found online. It is important to know
what files work best with vector or raster images. A raster image is a pixel-based image (bitmap) and
works well as a JPEG file. When you import a JPEG file, the software will automatically detect it as a raster
file and will setup the project accordingly by presented raster options in the properties tab menu.
4. Place Material
At this stage you will place your material into the laser bed workspace. The material can be placed anywhere
within the work bed; however, we recommend placing material close to center. Once the material is placed,
close the lid. Your material is what you will be cutting or engraving. Typical materials include wood, acrylic,
cardboard, fabric, etc. Note that is the user's responsibility to know the components of any material used
and the limitations of utilizing that material (thickness, chemical residues, etc.) with a 45W laser tube.
Always check with the material manufacturer, or MSDSonline.com, if there are any questions to its usage. We
recommend using a Materials Log to keep track ofthe different materials you use.
5. Align Laser to Material
Alignment of the material ensures the design to be cut is contained within the material inthe workspace.
This process also makes sure the design is aligned to the material so the cut is positioned straight.
Typically, this can be done with a simple vision check while"jogging the perimeter".
By using the directional arrows on the touchscreen or the arrow keys on your computer, move the laser
dot to the top left corner of your material. When placing an engraving image, leave at least ½" inch of
space on the left and right side. When creating engravings, you must compensate for the left and right
overshooting of the laser head. Once the material looks aligned, click the "Jog Perimeter" button. The laser
head will automatically outline the material with the red beam diode. You can then adjust the material as
needed. Note the laser head will continue to outline the material until stopped manually by clicking the
"Run Perimeter" button a second time. See Positioning below for more options.
7. Adjust Object Properties
It is again important to know if you intend to raster, vector cut or both. Once the file is imported, and the
image is clicked with your mouse, you will have access to the Properties Tab. Click this tab and select the
parameters for your cuts and/or engravings. For details on setting these parameters, see below.
8. Run Job
Clicking the "Start Job/Play" button begins the laser cutting process. Before doing so, double check your
safety protocol and that your system accessories are connected properly. Be sure to monitor the job while
the laser is firing. If there is a problem, stop the laser using one of the methods mentioned below.
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