Epilog Legend 36EXT Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL FOR EPILOG

Legend 36EXT - MODEL 9000

This manual can also be found in electronic format on the

Epilog Dashboard Drivers and Documentation

disk that came with your laser system.

April 22, 2010

16371 Table Mountain Parkway

Golden, CO 80403

Phone (303) 277-1188

Fax (303) 277-9669

Technical Support Direct Line: (303) 215-9171

Email Technical Support: tech@epiloglaser.com

Technical Support online:

www.epiloglaser.com/service.htm

www.epiloglaser.com/downloads.htm

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Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL FOR EPILOG Legend 36EXT - MODEL 9000 This manual can also be found in electronic format on the Epilog Dashboard Drivers and Documentation disk that came with your laser system. April 22, 2010 16371 Table Mountain Parkway Golden, CO 80403...
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Page 3 Leveling the Legend 36 EXT................19 Section 5: Connecting the Laser to Your Computer .............. 25 Section 6: Installing the Epilog Dashboard Print Driver - Windows XP or 2000 ....27 Section 7: Quick Start & Easy Setup ..................55 Basic Operations ....................69 Section 8: Using the Epilog Dashboard Driver..............
Page 4 Ethernet Port ......................... 26 Section 6: Installing the Epilog Dashboard Print Driver - Windows XP or 2000 ....27 Installing the Dashboard Driver Using a USB Connection and Cable ......... 28 Installing the Dashboard Driver Using an Ethernet Connection and a Crossover Cable ..36...
Page 5 Quick Start & Easy Setup ..................55 Artwork Setup ........................57 Job Setup..........................60 Basic Operations ....................69 Section 8: Using the Epilog Dashboard Driver..............71 Advanced Tab ........................108 Color Mapping Tab......................121 Additional Dashboard Driver Features ................131 Changing Dashboard Driver Defaults................. 133 Section 9: Using the Front Control Panel ................
Page 6 Contacting Technical Support..................... 247 Avoiding Common Print Problems..................248 Section 17: Specifications...................... 253 Epilog 36EXT Specifications (Subject to change without notice) ........253 Compatibility ........................254 Recommended PC....................... 254 Other Computer Hardware Recommendations ..............256 About The Laser ......................... 257...
Page 7 Installing New Firmware onto Your Computer ..............260 Transferring New Firmware from Your Computer to Your Laser ........262 Upgrading the Epilog Dashboard..................266 Converting Old .DAT Files To Be Compatible With A New Dashboard ......267 APPENDIX A DOMESTIC U.S WARRANTY STATEMENT ........271 APPENDIX A INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY STATEMENT ........
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Page 9  ALWAYS keep a properly maintained and inspected fire extinguisher on hand. Epilog recommends a Halotron fire extinguisher or a multi-purpose dry chemical fire extinguisher. The Halotron extinguishers are more expensive than a dry chemical, but offer certain advantages should you ever need to use an extinguisher.
Page 10 Fire Warning! SEE PREVIOUS PAGE...
Page 11 You will be ready to use the Epilog laser system as soon as you read the first seven sections. Then you can refer to topics in the remaining sections, as you work.
Page 12 Introduction Icons Used in this Manual Look for these symbols to help you find valuable information throughout the text: Sometimes the right perspective on a procedure is essential to success. This icon Flags a Quick Note regarding the task at hand. This Icon signifies places to look for additional information to assist with the topic currently being discussed.
Page 13 Manual Epilog Laser Setup...
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Page 15  Safety Features And Regulatory Compliance Laser Safety The Epilog Model 9000 Laser System is a Class 2 laser product, as defined in International Standard IEC 60825-1. The Epilog Model 9000 complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11, the Federal Performance Standards for Light-Emitting Products, except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.
Page 16 Class I. It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure that the installation and operation of the Epilog Model 9000 Laser System is performed in accordance with all applicable laws.
Page 17 Section 1: Safety Electrical Safety The AC input power to the Epilog Model 9000 Laser System is potentially lethal and is fully contained within the cabinet.  DO NOT open any of the machine’s access panels while the unit is plugged in.
Page 18  ALWAYS keep a properly maintained and inspected fire extinguisher on hand. Epilog recommends a Halotron fire extinguisher or a multi-purpose dry chemical fire extinguisher. The Halotron extinguishers are more expensive than a dry chemical, but offer certain advantages should you ever need to use an extinguisher.
Page 19 21 CFR 1040 and IEC 60825-1 require that certification, identification, and warning labels be placed on laser products. Reproductions of labels on the Epilog Model 9000 Laser System follow, with their locations specified: Certification/Identification Label. This engraved plate is located on the rear of the machine’s cabinet.
Page 20 Section 1: Safety Warning Label. This label is located on the rear of the machine’s cabinet, below the Certification/Identification Label above. Explanatory Label. This label identifies the classification of the Model 9000 in accordance with IEC 60825-1. It is located on the rear of the machine’s cabinet, beside the Warning Label above.

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