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- Page 1 Installation & Set-up Guide ILS9.75, ILS9.150D, ILS12.75, ILS12.150D www.ulsinc.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Proper Operating Environment Environment…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………5 Electrical Power Source………………………………………………………………………………………………………6 Exhaust System.………………………………………………………………………………………………………………6 Diagram…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………7 Software Installation and Requirements Computer and Operating System Requirements……………………………………………………………………………9 Universal Control Panel (UCP) Installation CD-ROM………………………………………………………………………11 Assembling Your ILS System System Unpacking - ILS9.75, ILS9.150D, ILS12.75 and ILS12.150D………………………………………………………13 Laser Cartridge Installation…………………………………………………………………………………………………15 Laser System Leveling………………………………………………………………………………………………………18 Finalizing the Connections…………………………………………………………………………………………………24... - Page 4 Installation & Set-up Guide Thank you for choosing Universal Laser Systems®. We appreciate innovative customers like you who have made Universal Laser Systems an integral part of their business. Universal Laser Systems is committed to providing the highest level of customer satisfaction and support.
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Page 5: Proper Operating Environment
Damage to the ILS system due to inadequate or improper operating environment isnot covered under the Universal Laser Systems (ULS) Warranty. See the ULS Warranty foradditional infor- mation. The ULS Warranty can be found in your Reference Guide booklet. Should you require a copy of the Warranty, please contact your local Customer Service at 480-609-0297 (USA), +43 1 402 22 50 (Austria), +81 (45) 224-2270 (Japan) or e-mail us at support@ulsinc.com. -
Page 6: Electrical Power Source
Installation & Set-up Guide Electrical Power Source (User Supplied) For your system’s electrical requirements, please refer to the “INPUT POWER” label near the power inlet. CAUTION: Never remove the ground lead to the electrical cord and plug the ILS system into a non-grounded outlet. A laser system that is not properly grounded is hazardous and has the potential to cause severe or fatal electrical shock. -
Page 7: Diagram
Proper Operating Environment Note: The following diagram shows a typical exhaust system layout. Use this as a guideline for proper exhaust system installation. Although this diagram serves as an example, we recommend you consult with a licensed contractor to meet local safety, environmental and building code requirements and to also calculate the correct size blower required for your particular installation. -
Page 9: Software Installation And Requirements
Software Installation and Requirements Software Installation and Requirements Your computer is a critical component in the operation of the ILS system. In fact, you cannot operate the ILS system if your computer is not connected, powered on, running Windows and running the Universal Control Panel (UCP) software. - Page 10 Installation & Set-up Guide Optimizing Windows XP Performance Windows XP, by default, displays many “visual effects” that slow down the computer. We recommend that you turn off these effects by right-clicking on the “My Computer” icon on your desktop, then click “Properties”...
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Page 11: Universal Control Panel (Ucp) Installation Cd-Rom
Software Installation and Requirements Universal Control Panel (UCP) Installation CD-ROM At this point you need to install the Windows XP/Vista Universal Control Panel (UCP) and printer driver. In order to install the software, you need to have administrative privileges on the computer before starting installation. - Page 12 Installation & Set-up Guide If you have selected to install the Printer Driver, you will then be prompted to select the laser system you would like to install on the computer. Once selected, click the “Next” button. The installation process will proceed as indicated by a progress bar. Be patient. Loading the files can take a few minutes depending on your computer’s processor speed.
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Page 13: Assembling Your Ils System
Assembling Your ILS System Assembling Your ILS System Familiarize yourself with the instructions before getting started. Once the system has been placed in its desired location of operation, it is necessary to properly level the laser system. Once leveled, install the laser cartridge on the back of the machine and perform a beam alignment check. - Page 14 Installation & Set-up Guide Your laser system will have arrived in a wooden crate. After the top and sides have been removed from the crate, the laser system must be detached from its shipping palette and lifted onto the floor as follows: Note: If you need to move the laser machine through a doorway smaller than the laser system, please contact your local Customer Service at 480-609-0297 (USA), +43 1 402 22 50 (Austria), +81 (45) 224-2270...
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Page 15: Laser Cartridge Installation
Assembling Your ILS System Laser Cartridge Installation Note: The following images illustrate a ILS12.150D laser system with two laser cartridges. If you own a single laser cartridge system, you will install the single laser cartridge only. Make sure that your power cord to the system is not plugged in at this time. Place your finger on the button part of the latch until the latch is released. - Page 16 Installation & Set-up Guide Observe the “V” groove along the upper (3) and lower (2) part of the laser cartridge base plate and the alignment plate (1) at the end of the base plate. If you have purchased two laser cartridges, mount the first cartridge onto the lower mounting blocks first.
- Page 17 Assembling Your ILS System Slowly rotate the laser cartridge, making sure that the alignment plate is centered in the gap in the alignment fork. As you slowly release the weight of the laser, you should feel it lock itself smoothly into place. Never force the laser into position. If the laser does not install smoothly, check for obstructions such as pinched wires or hoses or a binding laser latch.
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Page 18: Laser System Leveling
Installation & Set-up Guide Laser System Leveling Once the laser system is in its proper operating location, open the top door first (1), then open the front door (2). Locate the small bubble level (1) on the front of the laser system frame. - Page 19 Assembling Your ILS System Adjust the caster height using the adjustment screw (2) until the front of the laser system is level from one side to the other. Once the front of the system is level, secure the front casters by tightening the nut (1) up against the cart leg.
- Page 20 Installation & Set-up Guide Adjust the caster height using the adjustment screw (2) until the back of the laser system is level from one side to the other. Once the back of the system is level, secure the back casters by tightening the nut (1) up against the cart leg.
- Page 21 Assembling Your ILS System Remove all of the foam pieces that hold the X-Axis Arm in place. Three pieces are located on each end of the X-Axis Arm (1) and one holds the Focus Carriage in place (2). Manually move the Focus Carriage by hand to the upper left corner.
- Page 22 Installation & Set-up Guide Place the focus tool* against the black lens plate (focus carriage) so that the flat edge of the focus tool rests against the front side of the focus carriage as illustrated. Take note of the fit of the focus tool (it should look like the diagram to the right) in the upper left corner of the system.
- Page 23 Assembling Your ILS System If one or more of the other corners does not match the upper left corner, adjust the caster directly underneath that corner up or down until the focus tool fit at that corner matches the fit at the upper left corner.
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Page 24: Finalizing The Connections
Installation & Set-up Guide Finalizing the Connections Make the following connections in the order described, otherwise static electricity can potentially damage the computer and/or the laser systems electronics. Connect the 3-inch (76.5 mm) flexible rubber exhaust system to the rear of the laser system if you have not already done so. - Page 25 Assembling Your ILS System USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (Only) The laser system comes equipped with a high quality, 6-foot (1.82 meters) USB 2.0 certified cable. We recommend you use this provided cable. CAUTION: Do not use any adapters, extension cables, USB cable longer than 6 feet (1.82 meters), or other devices between the computer’s USB port and the port on the laser system;...
- Page 26 Installation & Set-up Guide Select “ Install the software automatically. ” Then Click “Next” to continue. You do not need to insert the Software Installation CD-ROM. A warning message will appear. Select “ Continue Anyway. ” Do not be concerned. Installing the ULS Firmware will not harm your computer in any way.
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Page 27: Checking Beam Alignment
Assembling Your ILS System Checking Beam Alignment Note: You will not engrave anything at this time. Open the top door. Place a small piece of masking tape across the 3/4” (19 mm) hole in the focus carriage (1). Gently rub the tape around the edge of the hole so that you can see the outline of the hole through the tape (2). -
Page 29: Running Your First Job
Running Your First Job Running Your First Job We will now illustrate how to use your laser system to engrave on a piece of anodized aluminum from start to finish. In this example, you will raster engrave a Test Card on a 2 x 3.5 inch (50.8 x 89 mm), 0.0195 inch (0.49 mm) thick piece of anodized aluminum. -
Page 30: Step 3 - Printing To Your Versalaser® System
Installation & Set-up Guide Step 3 – Printing to your ILS System (Materials Database Tab) You will be using the Materials Database Tab in the printer driver. Other graphic software programs may differ. Verify that the UCP is running in the taskbar. -
Page 31: Step 4 - Starting The Process
Running Your First Job Step 4 – Starting the Process Turn on the exhaust and ILS system. Note: Laser system cooling fans are variable speed and may speed up and slow down during operation as needed to cool the lasers. Make sure the material is positioned correctly within the engraving area. - Page 32 Notes...
- Page 33 Notes...
- Page 34 ©2008 Universal Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The Universal Laser Systems logo and name, and VersaLASER are registered trademarks, and High Power Density Focusing Optics, Quick Change, Rapid Reconfiguration, SuperSpeed are trademarks of Universal Laser Systems, Inc. All other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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