Important: You should turn off "sleep", "hibernate" and “hybrid sleep" mode in your computer before engraving, or this will affect engraving operation. The Bravoprodigy EDIT and CNC software packages are compatible with all Windows systems. The Bravoprodigy CNC software supports G-code generated from software programs such as Cut2D, Cut3D, Cut2D Desktop, PhotoVCarve, VCarve Desktop, VCarve Pro, Aspire, ArtCAM, Ucancam, Simplycam, and MeshCam.
Introduction As a computer numerical control engraving machine, the Bravoprodigy CNC router includes two software programs that are easy to learn. The Bravoprodigy CNC router is made easy for beginners without real engineering skills. Easy yet professional functional features with portable size that can be used at home or in office, and can be used as teaching equipment at school as well, it’s also a nice machine for hobbyists and artists for smaller batch production.
Chapter 1 Safety Instructions 1-1 Safety Regulation and Notice READ AND SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Warning Label *The warning label as below will put on the engraver which indicate hazard and understand the graphic on it. DO NOT remove this warning label from the engraver. *Machine safety symbol is to remind operator to pay attention on it.
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18.DISCONNECT TOOLS FROM OUTLET. When it is not in use, before changing accessories, or performing recommended maintenance, disconnect tools from outlet. 19.DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. 20.USE RIGHT TOOL.
1-2 Electrical Requirement • CONNECTING TOOL TO POWER SOURCE OUTLET. This machine source must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electrical shock. • In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
1-3 Wiring Diagram SENSOR TO PC USB X-AXIS STEPPER MOTOR Y-AXIS I.C BOARD STEPPER MOTOR LED Switch Z-AXIS STEPPER MOTOR FUSE BRUSHLESS DC MOTOR Brushless Motor Driven Circuit Board WHITE BLACK MECHANISM POWER BLACK SOURCE EMG.STOP POWER SWITCH SUPPLY WHITE WHITE 1-4 Extension Cords WARNING:...
2. WARNING - To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch plug with wet hands. 3. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the tile saw.
Chapter 2 Installation of Equipment 2-1 Hardware Features Front View: Spindle Cover Cutting Tool Working Table Emergency Stop Light Switch Chapter 2 Installation of Equipment...
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X, Y, Z axis direction: Rear View: USB Port Fuse AC Power Connector Switch Chapter 2 Installation of Equipment...
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Work Area: Axis Z: 100 mm(4 in.) Axis X: 300 mm (12 in.) Axis Y: 300 mm(12 in.) Chapter 2 Installation of Equipment...
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Air Outlet: KEEP THE WORK AREA VENTILATED. The air inlet must not be covered with cloth or paper. Avoid stacking things near the machine. Bottom Air Outlet Chapter 2 Installation of Equipment...
2-2 Accessories Included Power Cord × 1 USB 2.0 Cable × 1 Controller × 1 Silicone Mat × 1 Tungsten Carbide Tool × 2 Wrench Set For nut × 1 For spindle × 1 Support Board × 1 Thin Paper × 1 Clamp Set ( for Starting Point set-up) Small ×2 Big ×2...
2-3 Positioning and Connecting the Engraver 2-3-1 Placing the Engraver Incorrect ( Fulcrum Missing) Correct Note: All fulcrums need to be located parallely on a flat surface. Incorrect (Disequilibrium) Safe Distance Note: 1. Machine must be placed on top of a stable and flat surface. 2.
2-3-2 Connecting the Power Cord Follow the steps shown in the diagram below while connecting the plugs. Power Cord Connect with Power Cord 2-3-3 Connecting the Engraver to the Computer USB cable and controller should connect to the USB port in the back of the machine. Controller USB Cable Illustrated Instruction...
Chapter 3 Facility Maintenance 1� Safekeeping of Cutting Tools Whenever the cutting tool has been used, uninstall it and do the proper cleaning before putting it away in the toolbox. Please note that the “flute” of the cutter is extraordinarily sharp, so it’s best you hold it from the “shank”...
Chapter 4 Warning Messages and Troubleshooting Tips 4-1 Warning Messages 1. When a screen with a warning message as shown in the picture below pops up, that indicates that the connection between the machinery and the computer failed. Solution: Check if the power cord and USB cable are connecting properly, if the power switch (emergency switch) is functioning normally, and if the fuse is blown .
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3. The picture below is an example of the spindle reaching the limit on an axis during the operation, in this case the button for the direction whose limit’s been reached signals. Solution: Take the picture above for example, which is the button signalling, simply click on the signal shall be gone.
4-2 Troubleshooting Q1. While installing the Bravoprodigy CNC control software, the screen with a warning message as shown below pops up and keeps the software from successfully being installed. ANS: This warning message tells you that the UAC settings need adjusting, especially for operating systems Windows 7 and Windows 8 or newer operating systems than Windows 7 and Windows 8.
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Q6. On the surface of the finished work, you realize some part of the pattern is missing. ANS: The two most common possibilities are as follows: 1. It could be because the surface of the workpiece isn’t flat enough, and the starting point happened to be set at a point that’s slightly higher up, that would cause something like this to happen.
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Q8. The plastic material keeps melting during the operation. ANS: There are materials with lower melting points, in this case you’ll need to adjust the spindle and feed rate in response to different material properties after experimenting with a few actual results.
Chapter 5 Reference Table for Selection of Tools and Materials 5-1 Introduction of Each Type of Tools Conical Radius Ball Nose Tool Used for Photos, Grayscale Graphics, Text, Relief Artworks and Elaborate Carvings (Finishing Cuts). Note: D=Shank Diamter H=Flute Length R=Tip Radius 4025C150 4050C150...
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V Shaped Cutters Used for V-shaped Text. 4635V030 4635V060 4635V090 D: 6.35 mm D: 6.35 mm D: 6.35 mm H: 11.85 mm H: 5.5 mm H: 3.175 mm Stepover: 0.1 mm Stepover: 0.1 mm Stepover: 0.1 mm End Mill Cutters Sometimes used as a tool to more quickly cut off the irrelevant area, and used for face milling, edge trimming, hole drilling and roughing cuts.
5-2 Recommended Parameter Settings on Each Type of Tools and Materials Maximum Material Cutting Tool Spindle Speed Feed Rate Stepdown Value 4025C150 5 mm (0.2 in.) 4050C150 4100C150 4050E150 4 mm (0.16 in.) 4100E150 4150E150 3 mm (0.12 in.) 1500 mm/min 4635V030 Wood 100%...
6-2 Parts List Description Q’ ty Side Bracket Set_Left X -Axis Rail Set Telescopic Dust Cover Set Z- Axis Motor Transmission Set (Including Item 4-1,42,43 and 44) Z-Axis Timing Belt (MXL 180×14mm) LED Lighting Unit X- Axis Motor Transmission Set (Including Item 6-1,42,43 and 44) Timing Belt (MXL 408×14mm) Cover Set_Top and Bottom Rear Cover...
6-3 Spare Parts Including Item 4-1,42,43 and 44 Including Item 4-1,42,43 and 44 Including Item 45 Including Item 6-1,42,43 and 44 32-1 32-2 32-3 36-1 36-2 37-1~3 41-1 41-2 Chapter 6 Exploded Diagram and Parts List...
Chapter 7 Specification Model DEM-1717 Table Size X 450 × Y 440 mm ( 17.72 × 17.32 inch ) Table Load Weight Max. 5 kgs ( 11 lbs ) Engraving Area X 300 × Y 300 × Z 100 mm ( 12 × 12 × 4 inch ) Max.
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