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(Please read carefully before use)
Before installing and using this
machine, you must read this
user guide carefully. Keep it in
User manual
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IS200 TX machine
This manual should not be
used without the IS200
program manual - B5113 701.
First contact
B5134 701 - 07.2005 - ENG - (UPDATED EDITION NUMBER: 5)
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- Page 1 IS200 TX machine This manual should not be used without the IS200 program manual - B5113 701. First contact B5134 701 - 07.2005 - ENG - (UPDATED EDITION NUMBER: 5)
- Page 2 Gravograph reserves the right to modify the information contained in this document without notice. TYPE OF MACHINE IS200 TX MANUFACTURER GRAVOGRAPH INDUSTRIE INTERNATIONAL BP 15 - Z.I. - 10600 LA CHAPELLE SAINT LUC - FRANCE Importer's address (c) Gravograph Industrie International, 2005 All Rights Reserved.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Switching the machine off ........................17 Mechanical block ..........................17 Switching on again ...........................17 Setting up transmission between the IS200 TX and a PC type computer ..18 Connection cables ...........................18 PC/IS200 TX connection using the USB port ..................19 PC/IS200 TX connection using the parallel port ................20 Machine configuration (language)....................21... -
Page 4: Information About Regulations
• "Low voltage" Directive 73/23/EEC (modified) The modification or transformation of this equipment, the adaptation and instal- lation of accessories not recommended by GRAVOGRAPH, modify the characteristics of this material and can make it not compliant with the European Directives it is subjected. -
Page 5: Presentation
• Do not move the engraving head by hand (pict.) unless mechanical block of the machine as described in the paragraph "Mechanical block" of this manual's "Installing" chapter. • Do not spill any liquids onto the machine (drinks, cleaning fluids…) unless when recommended by GRAVOGRAPH (example : lubrication). -
Page 6: Stages Of Unpacking
Make sure that no components are missing from the package. If any part has been forgotten please get in touch with your GRAVOGRAPH dealer. Keep all the packaging materials so that you can move your IS200 TX machine in total safety. This packaging is in conformity with European recycling standards. -
Page 7: Unpacking - Contents Of Package
Unpacking - Contents of package Check the condition of the packaging when you receive it. If there are any signs of damage, inform the carrier and your GRAVOGRAPH dealer immediately by recorded delivery, specifying the exact nature of the problem. - Page 8 2 A T an allen key a screwdriver (3,5) D10. a pair of standards jigs First contact IS200 TX machine . 8...
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Page 9: Description
The object to be engraved is held in the vice (as standard) or by any other system recommended by GRAVOGRAPH (consult your GRAVOGRAPH dealer for more information on systems available). The IS200 TX machine has a maximum engraving surface area of 225x80 mm. Front view of the machine (pict 7) G. - Page 10 Tool holder (pict 8) J1. Cutter J2. Cutter button J3. Pressure knurl on spindle J4. Belt housing J5. Belt J6. Index finger J7. Scaled knob J8. Nose nut First contact IS200 TX machine . 10...
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Page 11: Vice
The vice holds the material to be engraved (pict 9). The IS200 TX machine is supplied with a pair of jigs (G) which should be mounted onto the vice. Open the jaws (L2) by turning the tightening knob (L3) anti-clockwise. -
Page 12: Rear View Of The Machine
The machine must always be switched off before connecting or disconnecting a cable, the cylinder attachment and the pen attachment (optional accessories), as indicated on label displayed on the back of the electronic box and of the machine : First contact IS200 TX machine . 12... -
Page 13: Installing
(M) to position 0. Physical installation advice • Put the Gravograph machine onto a stable flat, clean surface with mini. sizes of 510x470 mm. If you do not have the tubular TXL stand (optional accessory) this plan should have a hole (photo 11) enabling you to insert the protective housing for the vice column (mounting instruction on the next page). -
Page 14: Mounting The Protective Vice Housing
(photos 13 and 14). Tighten the two screws (photo 14). If the plate is correctly tightened, noise and vibrations are reduced to a minimum when the machine is engraving. First contact IS200 TX machine . 14... -
Page 15: Electric Installation Advice
In order to avoid outside interference, the user is advised to carry out the following points. • Plug the Gravograph machine into a mains line, avoiding having several machines on the same line (several plugs on the same line or using a multi-plug). -
Page 16: Electrical Connections Of The Machine
Make sure that you can reach them easily. As the electrical plug acts as a sectioning device, it is important you set up the machine so that you always have easy access to the power cable. First contact IS200 TX machine . 16... -
Page 17: Switching The Machine On
If this happens, switch the machine off. Wait 30 seconds and switch it on again. You must wait for 30 seconds. This time allows any electric shock to the machine, possibly damaging the power supply, to be avoided. First contact IS200 TX machine . 17... -
Page 18: Setting Up Transmission Between The Is200 Tx And A Pc Type Computer
• Separate the mains cable and the transmission cable (avoid connecting the transmission and mains cables to the same socket, etc ...). Follow the connection procedure depending on the transmission cable supplied with the IS200 TX. The machine is delivered with the following cables : •... -
Page 19: Pc/Is200 Tx Connection Using The Usb Port
PC/IS200 TX connection using the USB port Plug the USB cable into the USB port of the IS200 TX machine (diagram 13). Plug the USB cable into the USB port of the PC. Refer to the installation manual of the computer for the USB port (1.1 or 2.0). -
Page 20: Pc/Is200 Tx Connection Using The Parallel Port
PC/IS200 TX connection using the parallel port Plug the parallel cable into the parallel port of the IS200 TX machine (diagram 16). This is a 26-pin Mini-Delta Ribbon connector. Plug the parallel cable into the parallel port of the PC (diagrams 17 and 18). -
Page 21: Machine Configuration (Language)
Select the language desired. When you receive your IS200 TX machine it is configurated to display the messages in English. To choose the language desired press as many times as necessary. -
Page 22: Installing The Engraving Software In Windows
PC computer are connected and switched on. From your engraving software, install a "generic/text only" printer. Then indicate from Windows (printer properties) the virtual USB port created previously by Windows as the destination port of this "generic/text only" printer. First contact IS200 TX machine . 22... -
Page 23: Transfer
Switch on the IS200 TX machine and wait a few seconds. The following message will appear on the screen of the machine : <READY TO RECEIVE> From your engraving software, transfer the composition to the IS200 TX machine The engraving machine displays the number of bytes received : To engrave... -
Page 24: Positioning The Plate
Positioning the plate Vice Choose the jigs according to the length of the plate (consult your GRAVOGRAPH dealer for more information on the various jigs available). The length of the plate should not exceed the length of the jigs (pict. 31). -
Page 25: Positioning The Tx Vice
Loosen the screw (5) and turn the button (8). Always place the vice so that the object to be engraved is no more than 10 mm below the IS200 TX spindle (diagram 35). 10 mm maxi. Objects to be engraved can either be held in the vice or in the jigs adapted to the shape of the object. -
Page 26: Adjusting The Spindle
Line up the 0 of the scaled knob with the index finger . The scaled knob should be unscrewed in such a way that the index finger blocks it. 2 mm 2 mm First contact IS200 TX machine . 26... - Page 27 The spindle knob should be tightened anti-clockwise (knob with left-hand thread). The tool is very sharp and to avoid any risks of getting cut, you are advised to use some kind of protection (gloves) to handle it. First contact IS200 TX machine . 27...
- Page 28 (same thickness of materials). For this, you will need to request "the machine configuration save with ZREF" (see "Saving the machine configuration" paragraph of chapter "Basic techniques" in the user manual "IS200 Program"). First contact IS200 TX machine . 28...
- Page 29 Type of cutter Engraving depth Number of material in mm marks Anodisal Carbide Silver Carbide Chrome Diamond 0,025 Gravometal Carbide Gravoply II Carbide Stainless Steel Diamond Brass Carbide Metallex Carbide Gold Carbide Plastic Carbide First contact IS200 TX machine . 29...
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Page 30: Starting To Engrave
To stop engraving completely, press one of the arrows on the joystick. To increase the travel speed of the spindle during engraving, press the arrow To reduce the travel speed of the spindle during engraving, press the arrow First contact IS200 TX machine . 30... -
Page 31: General Maintenance
General maintenance Before carrying out any maintenance, unplug the mains supply cable. No internal part of the Gravograph machine requires user intervention : general maintenance is limited to external cleaning. If necessary, the user can change the belt or fuses. -
Page 32: Changing The Fuses
Changing the fuses You will find spare fuses in the machine tool box. The IS200 TX machine is supplied with 1 pair of fuses 2 A T. (T necessary for your safety) Unplug your machine cable from the mains. Disconnect the mains cable from the socket at the back of the machine to give easier access. -
Page 33: Adjusting The Machine
Adjusting the machine After a certain period of use the 'O' mark on the IS200 TX can alter slightly (the centre of the engraving area is not quite aligned with the clamping system in the centered position : marks on the TX vice on 0 for front-to-back and left-to-right). - Page 34 11. Once it is correctly adjusted, take the cutter out of the spindle. 12. Raise the spindle as far as it will go. 13. Set the adjustment. Validate twice. The machine adjustment is recorded by the machine. SAVE CONFIGURATION Saving ... First contact IS200 TX machine . 34...
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Page 35: Technical Characteristics
Working speed up to mm/s Spindle travel in Z direction Max. precision 0.012 0.012 0.01 Levelness Control panel Number of keys Type Membrane with raised tactile points Display Number of lines Number of characters/line Type L.C.D. First contact IS200 TX machine . 35... -
Page 36: Electrical Characteristics
Spindle motor Type Continuous current Output Absorbed current Speed tr/min. 5700 Displacement motor Stepper motor step/revs Connexions - Liaisons Parallel USB 1.1 or 2.0 Engraving software characteristics Operating system Windows 2000 / Windows XP First contact IS200 TX machine . 36... -
Page 37: Optional Accessories
4.740 Ext. dimensions 745 x 220 x 155 Maximum object weight Min.-max. diameter 20 - 200 Max. length Spindles Collet Not available Diamond Not available Rotring High frequency Not available Pyroengraver Not available First contact IS200 TX machine . 37...
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To set up the GRAVOGRAPH IS200 machine to be ready to receive:
1. Turn on the Machine: Switch the IS200 TX machine on (switch in position 1).
2. Boot Process: A message will appear on the screen: "Boot Program X.X RAM: 2M".
3. Initial Display: The LCD screen will then show "<< GRAVOGRAPH >> VERSION XX.XX" for about 3 seconds.
4. Language Selection: During this time, press "LANGUAGE: ENGLISH" to change the language if needed.
- If the language selection screen does not appear, turn the machine off, wait a few seconds, turn it back on, and restart the configuration process.
5. Confirm Language: Press the button multiple times to select the desired language. The chosen language will be displayed.
6. Validate Selection: Press the confirmation button to finalize the language setting.
After completing these steps, the IS200 TX machine is set up and ready to receive further commands.
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