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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Where to locate Machine-Pg. 12. Smartshop J8 Standard Damage Notification- Pg.13. Safety Protocols- Pg. 14. Specification Sheet of the Smartshop J8- Pg. 15. Parts of the J8 Machine- Pg. 16-18. How to Power Up & Turn “On/Off” J8 CNC Machine- Pg.18-20.
  • Page 3 Table of Contents- Types of Routers Used- Pg. 34. How to use the HHC Controller- Pg.35-54. How to use Rich Auto Interface/Rich Auto Wiring- Pg.55-69. Commissioning of the Machine & Control System- Pg. 70. Menu Descriptions : Machine Setup- Pg.71-96. Machine Opération- Pg.

  • Page 4: Features & Applications

    Features and Applications- The Smartshop J8 can precisely and consistently route several types of standard joints. From classic mortise and tenon joinery to lockset and hinge mortising, the J8 comes with a 4.5HP air- cooled spindle, Delta Servo Motors and Drivers, a central lubrication system, pneumatic positioning pop-up pins, and a DSP handheld control system.
  • Page 5 Features and Applications (Cont’d.)- Frame & Gantry: Welded once piece steel frame • Helical Rack and pinion drive system X-Axis • Precision ground ball screw on Y and Z-Axis • Delta Servos • Shipping Weight: 2500 lbs. • Shipping Dimensions (W x L X H): 42.3″ x 49″ x 43″ •...
  • Page 6 Features and Applications (Cont’d.)- Additional Features: 4ft. or 8ft. Capacity 2-Zone Workstation 6 in. of Z-Axis Travel Max. Trenon 1.5 in. 4.5HP Air Cooled Spindle DSP Handheld Controller 4.5HP Air Cooled Delta Servo Motors Spindle with Delta Pneumatic Hold Down Servo Motors 3-Axis Interpolation DSP Handheld...
  • Page 7 All damage must be noted on the delivery documents and signed by you and the delivery driver. You must then contact the seller (Laguna Tools) as soon as practical. If damage is found after delivery, contact the seller as soon as is practical.

  • Page 8: Unpacking Your Machine

    Unpacking your Machine- To unpack your machine, you will need tin snips, a knife, and a wrench. 1.) Using the tin snips, cut the banding that is securing the machine to the Pallet [if fitted]. WARNING: EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE USED BECAUSE THE BANDING WILL SPRING AND COULD CAUSE INJURY.

  • Page 9: Unloading Requirements

    Unloading Requirements- 1.) When the Crate containing your newly purchased Smartshop® Laser/CBX is delivered, it will be delivered “Curbside”, in other words the Machine will be delivered in front of the Driveway of one’s Garage/Shop or Workspace. (****It is the Purchasers responsibility of moving the Machine into His or Hers Garage/Shop or Workspace.
  • Page 10 Unloading Requirements- c.) Wire Cutters. d.) Cordless Drill. 5.) Cut all straps only on the Crate.
  • Page 11 6.) Unscrew a series of Screws at the Base of Crate using a Cordless Drill. 7.) Unscrew and Remove Side Panels of Crate.

  • Page 12: Where To Locate Machine

    Where to locate your Machine- Before you unpack your machine, select the area where you will use your machine. There are no hard and fast rules for its location, but below are a few guidelines. 1.) There should be an area around the machine suitable for the length of material that you will be machining.

  • Page 13: Smartshop J8 Standard Damage Notification

    Smartshop J8 Standard Damage Notification- 1.) The Machines are thoroughly tested before leaving any or our Laguna Tools Facilities, but that does not mean the Machines would not experience any damage in transit. 2.) Before one Signs the Bill of Lading (See Example Below) when the Trucking Company drops off the Machine, visually inspect the entire crate and check for any damage.

  • Page 14: Safety Protocols

    Safety Protocols- Safety Rules As with all machinery there are certain hazards involved with the operation and use of this machine. Using it with caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may result.

  • Page 15: Specification Sheet Of The Smartshop J8

    Specification Sheet of the Smartshop J8-...

  • Page 16: Parts Of The J8 Machine

    Parts of the J8 Machine- The CNC machine consists of a few major parts, which are discussed in this manual. Take the time to read this section and become familiar with the machine. Emergency Stop Cord Zones “A”, “B” & “C” Hold Down Controllers Gantry Emergency...
  • Page 17 Parts of the J8 Machine (Cont’d.)- “Emergency Stop”, One can Release or Disengage Button by twisting Turn the Main Power Isolation clockwise, and it will Switch Clockwise to the “On” pop out. Position. Turn Counterclockwise to “Off” Position. Press the “Start Button”...
  • Page 18 Parts of the J8 Machine (Cont’d.)- Zones “A”, “B” & “C” Material Hold Down Bars Gantry Housing for “C” Electrical Spindle “B” for Router. “A” Alignment Pins (Pop-Up Pins) for Product Positioning.
  • Page 19 How to Power Up & Turn “On” & “Off” the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- No cable is supplied as this will depend on the local wiring codes and your electrical supply. Ensure that when installing the electrical supply to the machine that 220v (220 Volts) single phase is supplied.
  • Page 20 How to Install Power & Turn “On” & “Off” the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine (Cont’d.)- 1.) After installing cable for the 220v (220 Volts) Outlet. Note: A qualified electrician must carry out the electrical installation. 2.) Turn the Main Power Isolation Switch Clockwise to the “On”...
  • Page 21 How to Install Power & Turn “On” & “Off” the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine (Cont’d.)- 3.) Make sure “Emergency Stop” is disengaged, one can Release or Disengage Button by twisting clockwise, and it will pop out. 4.) Press the “Start Button” that will turn the power “On”...

  • Page 22: How To Engage The "Emergency Shut Off

    How to engage the “Emergency Shut Off “on the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Emergency Stop Cord In case an Emergency Stop needs to be performed, one can pull the “Emergency Stop Cord”. “Emergency Stop Button” can be pushed in case an Emergency Stop needs to be performed.
  • Page 23 How to align Projects on the Bed of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Zones “A”, “B” & “C” Hold Down Controllers Zones “A”, “B” & “C” Material Hold Down Bars...
  • Page 24 How to align Projects on the Bed of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine (Cont’d.)- Parts of the J8 Machine (Cont’d.)- Zones “A”, “B” & “C” Material Hold Down Bars Gantry “C” Housing for Electrical Spindle “B” for Router. “A” Alignment Pins (Pop-Up Pins)
  • Page 25 Zones “A”, “B” & “C” How to Align Projects on the Bed of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine (Cont’d.)- Hold Down Controllers Power Switch for Controllers Zones “A”, “B” & “C” Zones “A”, “B” & “C” Hold Down Controllers Material Hold Down Bars...

  • Page 26: How To "Zero" Out The Electrical Spindle Router

    How to Zero Out the Electrical Spindle Router of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- 1.) Press the “Start Button” that will turn the power “On” to the machine & HHC Controller. On the HHC-Handheld Controller Press the “Green” Button that states “Origin OK”, Press Button and...

  • Page 27: How To "Control" The Electrical Spindle Router

    How to Control the Electrical Spindle Router of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- (***Picture may not represent current produced Machine.) To move the Spindle in either X, Y & Z Directions, one can push appropriate Buttons on the HHC-Handheld Controller.
  • Page 28 J8 CNC Machine-Set Up the Machine: Different Modes & How to change of the CNC Machine Modes-...
  • Page 29 J8 CNC Machine-Set Up the Machine: How to Control the Step Distances.-...
  • Page 30 J8 CNC Machine-Set Up the Machine: Moving the Spindle at a Specific Distance-...
  • Page 31 J8 CNC Machine- Set Up the Machine: Tool Set up & Changing.-...
  • Page 32 J8 CNC Machine-Set Up the Machine: Programming “Touching Off”- Setting Origin- 1.) Press the Y- & 6 Button continuously until Router Tool almost touches the Top of the Project. +/- Y-Axis Piece. 2.) Press #8 Button (Z Arrow-0) to Set the “Z” Origin. 3.) “Z”...
  • Page 33 Type of Routers that can be used of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Examples: 5-Pack SC Spiral O Single Flute, Aluminum Cutting 1/8 D x 1/2 CH x 1/4 SHK x 2 Inch Long Up-Cut Router Bits with Mirror Finish-...
  • Page 34 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Rich Auto System Introduction: Rich Auto is CNC motion control system independently developed and it can be widely applied to machinery, advertisement, woodworking, mold engraving machine, laser, flame, plasma cutting machine, and so on in the machine control field.
  • Page 35 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Characteristics (Cont’d.): 4.) Provide with power-down protection. Instantaneous power processing system to automatically save the current processing of information (file name, current line number processing, processing...
  • Page 36 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Characteristics (Cont’d.): 9.) Simply manual operate mode. In manual mode, the system provides three kinds of sports concluding continuous, step (crawl), distance, manual operation becomes simpler and more convenient.
  • Page 37 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Characteristics (Cont’d.): 16.) Unique in Chinese English to show double interface, can be realized in switching Chinese and English show online. 17.) multi-language display. Support for Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English, Russian, French, and other languages, can be customized according to user needs.
  • Page 38 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine System Composition- Rich Auto Control System contains the following parts: A hand-held motion controller(handle), a line adapter board (interface board), a 50-pin data transmission cable, an USB communication cable.
  • Page 39 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine Rich Auto Accessories Schematic Diagram 50-Pin Data Transmission Cable USB Communication Cable...
  • Page 40 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine Description of Each Component 1.) Handheld Controller (Handle)-6 Components: a.) LCD Screen: 128 * 64 resolution LCD display, to display the machine motion, system settings and other information.
  • Page 41 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine Description of Each Component- 2.) Interface Board: Includes 5 Parts- a.) 50-Pin Data Cable Port: Connect Handle with Interface Board. b.) J7-Output Control Terminal: Including spindle on/Off Signal, Work & Alarm LED Signal etc.
  • Page 42 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine Description of Each Component (Cont’d.)-...
  • Page 43 Controller Button Introduction & Functions- Note: There is a comprehensive manual for the hand-held controller. Below is a list of the main key functions. The controller may vary from that shown. Rich Auto Motion Control System: Defines 16-Buttons according to functional requirements. Each button has one or more functions under different work status.
  • Page 44 Controller Button Functions (Cont’d.)- X- / 5 = Moves the gantry in the X direction towards the home end of the bed. Y- / 6 = Moves the router head in the Y direction towards the home end of the bed. Z- / 7 = Moves the router head in the Z (Down Direction) towards the table surface.
  • Page 45 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Controller Button Functions (Cont’d.)- HOME / 9 = Causes the machine to move to the “Home” position, first in the Z-Axis, followed by X and then Y. (Home is a mechanically determined position using mechanical switches/sensors.) HIGH/LOW / 0 = Toggles jogging speeds between High and Low ranges.
  • Page 46 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Controller Button Functions (Cont’d.)- ORIGIN /OK = Use to accept commands (“On”.) Origin causes machine to the machines “Origin”. MODE = Toggles between the three jogging modes: Continuous, Step or Distance.
  • Page 47 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Assembling the Controller: Fit the Cable to the controller and ensure that the screws are finger tight. Attachment Screws for Cable. Controller attached to Cable. Note: When using a memory stick, it fits into a slot on the top of the hand-held controller and...
  • Page 48 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Interface Board Shell Size-...
  • Page 49 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Usage Mode of Controller- Rich Auto motion control system provide two modes of buttons’ operations, including one-touch button & Combination button. One-Touch Button: Press one button on handle.
  • Page 50 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- List of Combination Buttons (Cont’d.):...
  • Page 51 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Detail Information for Buttons Function:...
  • Page 52 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Detail Information for Buttons Function (Cont’d.):...
  • Page 53 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Detail Information for Buttons Function (Cont’d.):...
  • Page 54 How to use the HHC Controller/Rich Auto Programming of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Detail Information for Buttons Function (Cont’d.):...
  • Page 55 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Wiring Instructions- Rich Auto Interface Board Description- Interface Board Schematic Diagram:...
  • Page 56 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Interface board I/O Description-...
  • Page 57 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Interface board I/O Description (Cont’d.)-...
  • Page 58 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Interface board I/O Description (Cont’d.)-...
  • Page 59 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Interface board I/O Description (Cont’d.)-...
  • Page 60 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- Hardware Wiring- Installation Requirements: Power (24V, 3A), it is better to add a filter to prevent the electric field interference. If origin detecting switch are different power supply type, the special testing switching power is needed, (24V Origin Detecting Switch is the best choice).
  • Page 61 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine Input Signal Terminal: 1.) Sensor Input: a.) Mechanical: Y and Z are the same as X. b) NPN(NO): Y and Z are the same as X.
  • Page 62 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine Input Signal Terminal: J8 (Cont’d.) c) PNP(NO): X and Z are the same as Y.
  • Page 63 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine 2.) Tool-Setting Input: Tool-Setting Detecting Wiring: 3.) X5-X8 Driver Alarm, Hard Limit, E-Stop Signal:...
  • Page 64 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine J10-Main Power Wiring: Output Terminal J2 X-Pulse Signal Wiring: Y and Z are the same as X: Stepper Driver：...
  • Page 65 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine J2 X-Pulse Signal Wiring: Y and Z are the same as X (Cont’d.): Servo Driver:...
  • Page 66 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- J7 Spindle Output 2 Status: Spindle Start/Stop: The corresponding Spindle Setting is:...
  • Page 67 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- 8 Status: Spindle Start---S1—speed 1, S2—speed 2, Sn—speed n, when Spindle Stop, the Screen displays Fn—the Speed before Spindle Stop. 3 Lines, 8 Status-...
  • Page 68 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- 8 Status: Spindle Start---S1—speed 1, S2—speed 2, Sn—speed n, when Spindle Stop, the Screen displays Fn—the Speed before Spindle Stop. 3 Lines, 8 Status- (Cont’d.):...
  • Page 69 How to use the Rich Auto Interface Board/Rich Auto Wiring of the Smartshop J8 CNC Machine- J7 Output Port Y5-Alarm LED and Y6-WORK LED: You can Connect the Machine with the Control System when the above setting is over.
  • Page 70 Commissioning of the Machine and Control System- 1.) After turning on the power, users can manually move each axis and confirm the direction. If the movement direction and definition direction are opposite, users can change the motor phase sequence. 2.) According to the original location of the machine coordinates, users can enter menu-machine setup-home setup- home direction to reset it.
  • Page 71 Menu Descriptions- Menu Category- According to Menu Function, Rich Auto System Menu divided into the following: • MACHINE SETUP • AUTO PRO SETUP • SYSTEM SETUP • OPERATE FILE • VERSION VIEW Every main menu has some submenus. Menu Details- Machine Setup- Users can set the parameters about machine hardware under “Machine Setup”.
  • Page 72 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- Machine Setup Chart 1.) Pulse Equiv. (or Pulse Equivalent): The number of pulses of the system needs to send when machine moves every 1mm. (Unit Pulse/mm.).
  • Page 73 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- 1) Stepper Driver- Formula = Pulses per Revolution / Distance per Revolution. Pulses per revolution formula: (360 °/Stepper Angle) * Driver Subdivision. Some stepper drivers mark pulse number directly. Distance/R Formula: Screw Drive Machine = Screw Pitch * Mechanical Transmission Ratio. Rack Drive Machine = Rack Module * Gear Teeth Number*π...
  • Page 74 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- Driver subdivision is the parameter set by the driver. Screw Pitch (See Above Pictures): The distance that the nut moves when the ball screw makes one rotation. Transmission Ratio: The speed ratio or angular velocity ratio of the capstan and the driven wheel. Rack Drive: Formula Description: step angle is the angle of the motor parameters, motor rotation step walk.
  • Page 75 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- Setting: Enter “Pulse Equiv”, cursor is in the X-Axis Pulse Equivalent position， Press “ “ / “ “ to move cursor to where users want to modify. Press “ ”input the new number, and press “ ” to save, cursor auto move to next line the same operation to change, press “...
  • Page 76 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- Table Size: Rich Auto System make the table size as the soft limit values, to prevent the machine to move over travel, machine size must be less than or equal to the value of the actual motion displacement machine.
  • Page 77 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- Home Setup: Home Speed: Every axis movement speed when back home, System Default Speed X, Y: 3000 MM/Minute, Z: 1800 MM/Minute. Home Order: Every Axis movement order when back home Including: Home Direction: Every Axis movement direction when back home, this direction depends on the position where home switch is on the machine.
  • Page 78 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- Accel (Acceleration): Unit-mm/s2, the maximum acceleration value during acceleration and deceleration movement, improve (including straight and curved motion) processing capabilities. If acceleration is too large, it may cause the motor losing steps, jitter and even whistle, if too small, it will lead to accelerated slowly and reduce the operating speed of the entire graph.
  • Page 79 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- The under arrow indicates the output level: Set output voltage signal terminal status. The Top Four: 0, 1, 2, 3 positions correspond spindle “On/Off”, Multi-Speed 1, Multi-Speed 2, Multi-Speed 3 Signal, 5, 6:4, 5 Positions correspond Alarm LED, Work LED Signal. Setting: Press “...
  • Page 80 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- DistTime Limit:(Unit: second): Users select distance mode, and if the machine does not move in a certain period (System Default is 30 seconds), the system will go back to Continuous Mode to prevent Z-Axis collision risk because of the customer forgot to switch back to Continuous Mode and set a large distance value. InputConfi (Input Port Configuration): To open or prohibit input signal, if the interface board does not connect X5-X8 signals, users can prohibit X5-X8 signals.
  • Page 81 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- Auto Pro Setup- Users can set processing parameters, G-Code attributes etc. under this menu. Auto Pro Setup Chart...
  • Page 82 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- Auto Pro Setup (Cont’d.)- 1.) Work Speed: Unit: mm/minute, including work speed and fast speed, System Default is 3000 mm/minute. 2.) Safe Height: Unit: mm, the height of Z-Axis rises during processing. System Default is 40.000 mm. 3.) Auto Scale: Actual Processing Speed= Work Speed*Auto Scale, system default auto scale does not affect the fast speed.
  • Page 83 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- Auto Pro Setup (Cont’d.)- 5.) Stop Statue: Setup stop position after auto processing. (Coordnt=Coordinate) Set Stop Position: Press “ ”/“ ” to move cursor to where users want to modify. Press “ ”，input the new number, Press “ ”...
  • Page 84 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- (Fin Act=Finish Action, Org=Origin) Press “ ”/“ ” move cursor to where users want to modify, Press “ ” to save.
  • Page 85 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- G-Code Setup: Set Special G -Code attribute, according to the actual need to make changes. (Ign=Ignore, Adj=Adjt=Adjust, AbsCntr= Absolute Center) PS: Blue Parts indicate System Default Attributes. Setting: Press “ ”/ “ ” move cursor to where users want to modify, Press “...
  • Page 86 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- Work Array: Set array parameter, including Columncount, Rowcount, Columnspace, Rowspace, Interval, (Unit：ms） Columnspace: File spacing of X direction. Rowspace: File spacing of Y direction. Total Processing Times= Columncount* Rowcount. Interval: System Default 0, it means no wait. During processing, if users need to change processing materials after completion of each processing, you need set time interval a negative number.
  • Page 87 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- System Setup Chart 1.) Languages: Change system display language users can choose Chinese and English. 2.) Data Initial: After data initial system parameters will restore to factory setting. 3.) Inner Format: Wipe the internal files, it will not damage the system parameters.
  • Page 88 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- System Setup Chart (Cont’d.) 4.) Wipe Cache: Users need to do this after functional upgrade, such as change four-axis program to three-axis program, users must do this operation. After this operation, users need to restart the system. 5.) Function Confi (Function Configuration): Set whether the system retain a function or not, change it according to the actual application in accordance with the practical application of changes.
  • Page 89 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- System Setup Chart (Cont’d.) Setting: Press “ ”/” ” move cursor to where users want to modify, Press“ ”,and then select the function users want, Press “ ” to save. 6.) Probation Pas (Probation Password): If engraving machine manufacturers setting some kinds of passwords before shipment (including probation password and backup password, etc.), if you forget the original password, you can connect our company and tell us 20-digit here, our company will provide you a new 20-digit password, you need enter the new 20-digit password, and then all...
  • Page 90 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- System Setup Chart (Cont’d.) 7.) Backup Pas (Backup Password): Prevent users overwritten the original correct parameters in the parameter backup disorder or misuse case. To cancel, you do not input any number when you are prompted to enter a new password, Press " "...
  • Page 91 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- System Setup Chart (Cont’d.) 12.) Restore Data: Restore backup data from U-Disk or Inner to System. 13.) Trial Setting: Including Four levels password, password and using time can be set in every level respectively. Password can be set to be 1-8 digits; using time unit: hour, system default 1.
  • Page 92 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- System Setup Chart (Cont’d.) If you have set all passwords, Press“ ”, the screen will display: When password expires, the screen will display: Connect engraving machine manufacturers to get password, Press“ ”, the screen will display: Enter the password, Press“ ”to save.
  • Page 93 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- System Setup Chart (Cont’d.) NOTE: If engraving machine manufacturers forgot all password, you can contact our company and tell us 20-digit original password under “SYSTEM SETUP-Probation pas”, we will provide the new 20-digit password entered the new number, and Press “ ”to confirm.
  • Page 94 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- Operate File: 1.) Copy File: Copy files from U-Disk to Inner. 2.) Del File (Delete File): Delete files of Inner. 3.) View File: View the files and G-Codes of U-Disk or inner. 4.) Pro Info (Processing Information): System Power On, it will statistical the times of successful processing by File Name, if System power Off, the Data will disappear.
  • Page 95 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- ”, Enter “Check Pro Time” , Press “ Operation Method: Press “ ”/“ ”to Select “U-Disk/Internal/Recent File”, Press“ ”to enter, and then select the file， Press “ ”,after reading G-Code, the screen will display the processing time. PS: Please pull out the U-Disk correctly after copying files from computer, if not, the controller may not recognize the U-Disk.
  • Page 96 Machine Setup (Cont’d.)- Operation Method (Cont’d.): 2.) Win XP system after copying files, please Press“ ”,and then the display will show “ ”,choose the device to be shut down. When the display show “ ”,the U-Disk pull out from computer successfully.
  • Page 97 Machine Operation- Return Home- It will display “All Axis Home”, “Z Home Only”, “None Axis Home” after starting up the DSP handle. Choose any one you want. Machine return home can correct the coordinate of system. In some cases, such as after normal power off, reboot ad continues last operation, user no need to reset machine, just choose “None Axis Home”.
  • Page 98 Machine Operation (Cont;’d.)- Manual Processing Operation- Manual Processing Operation refers to controlling of the machine tool though keyboard. User can change the operate speed and set the grid under manual processing operation. System will enter Manual Operation state after returned home, and the screen displays: Manual control state initial interface：...
  • Page 99 Manual Operation Speed Switching and Adjusting (Cont’d.)- 2.) Speed Adjusting: In Manual Mode, Press “ ” to set the current speed mode. If the current speed is low speed, it displays as follow: Press “ ”, “ ” to move the cursor, then Press “ ”...
  • Page 100 Manual Processing Mode- To meet different situation of manual movement, the system provides 3 kinds of motion modes: Continue, Step, Distance. We can change mode by Pressing “ “and the bottom of screen will display what the current manual mode is. 1.) Continuous Motion Mode: This mode has no value control.
  • Page 101 Manual Processing Mode (Cont’d.)- Note: Grid unable to affect the distance motion mode. Machine will move by set distance, can’t move to grid point. If user wants to change distance, please change to distance mode, and re- enter the distance value. Manual Testing Input and Output- In the initial boot interface, that is screen displays as follow: Press “...
  • Page 102 Manual Processing Mode (Cont’d.)- Bottom rows represent output signal: the former 4 number 0,1,2,3 corresponding to spindle on/off, multistep rotational speed one, multistep rotational speed two, multistep rotational speed three output signal 4, 5 corresponding to alarm lamp, running lamp output signal. Press “...
  • Page 103 Manual Testing Input and Output- Work Coordinate System used more greatly than other coordinates system in processing. Usually in processing, we describe a processing position is always relative to a certain point on the workpiece, whereas the workpiece on the machine tool's position relative to the mechanical origin is often change, so it is necessary to introduce a set of more convenient coordinate system during processing, this is work coordinate system.
  • Page 104 Automatic Processing Operation- Auto processing refers to the system runs the file in U disk or inner storage space according to the instruction, it also called file processing. Before auto processing, user must set the machine tool parameters and all the system parameters correctly. Auto Processing Steps: Determine the Origin of the Workpiece- The origin coordinates of X, Y and Z in the processing program is the origin of the workpiece .
  • Page 105 Choose Processing Files- After determined the workpiece origin, Press “ ” will appears a dialog frame: Press “ ”, “ ” to move the cursor and choose press “ ” to enter the list, the screen will display three file names, choose the file by pressing “ ”, “...
  • Page 106 Processing Parameters Setting (Cont’d.)- Press “ ”and “ ” to move cursor, press “ ” to set the value (next value setting is the same as this one), then press “ ” to save, the system will check the processing code and start to process when checking finished.
  • Page 107 During Processing Operations (Cont’d.)- Speed Ratio & Spindle Grade Adjusting (Cont’d.)- 2.) Adjust Spindle Grade: If user has set multistep speed, the DSP handle can change the Multistep Speed in process of processing. Press “ ” and “ ” to change Spindle Grade.
  • Page 108 Pause & Adjust Position (Cont’d.)- At this moment, the user is allowed to adjust the position of X, Y and Z axis. The system default Motion Mode is STEP. So that user can fine adjust each axis distance. Machine moves one low or high-speed grid distance every step.
  • Page 109 Breakpoint Processing & Power Down Protection- 1.) Breakpoint Processing- If user presses “ ” during process of processing, the screen shows below: If we want to save breakpoint, Press “ ”,the screen displays break list (Totally 8), Press “ ”, “ ”...
  • Page 110 Breakpoint Processing & Power Down Protection (Cont’d.)- Breakpoint Processing (Cont’d.)- If you want to go backwards from this breakpoint, Press “ ”and input the line No., and then Press “ ”, system will work from the new line number. 2.) Power off protection When there is a sudden power failure during processing, system will save current coordinate and parameters, while power restart, process continue.
  • Page 111 Advanced Processing- Advanced processing is designed for some special requests, it contains Array Work, Resume Work, Tool Changing, Part work, Calculate Bound, Mill Plane, Step Work File, Calculate Work Time, Find break No. The Combination Button is “ ”+ “ ”, shown below: 1.) Array Work- Steps are as below: 1.) Press “...
  • Page 112 Advanced Processing (Cont’d.)- 3.) Set processing parameters, also can modify the array parameters in this step, or you can go to “AUTO PRO SETUP”, choose “Work Array” and modify the array parameters. The rest steps are like the normal processing. System will start to work according to the user’s setting.
  • Page 113 Advanced Processing (Cont’d.)- 3.) Tool Changing- It achieves manually change the tools at the position you set. Press “ ” to enter into the setup, and also Press “ ” back to work origin. 4.) Park Work- Park Work means user can select start line and stop line, so part of the processing file can be processed.
  • Page 114 Advanced Processing (Cont’d.)- 5.) Calculate Bound-Calculate bound means user can check the size of processing, to avoid unnecessary waste of materials and processing errors. The steps are as below: 1) Press “ ” to enter, then press “ ” or“ ”to select file list.
  • Page 115 Advanced Processing (Cont’d.)- 1.) Press “ ” or “ ”to move cursor to choose the mill type. 2.) Press “ ” to enter the Scan Mill Set, it includes Scan Type, Width, Height, Diameter, Depth, Z-Step, T-Ratio. 3.) Press “ ”...
  • Page 116 Advanced Processing (Cont’d.)- 3.) Press “ ” and “ ”to move cursor on the option which need modify, press “ ” to choose mill type(AC or C), also press this button to modify the parameters. Press “ ”after modified all the parameters to save them. 7.) Calculate Work Time- Calculate the processing time according to the system processing speed.
  • Page 117 Advanced Processing (Cont’d.)- 9.) Scale Work- If the actual processing requires different sizes of the same file, you can select the scale work, you need to enter an enlargement or reduction ratio for processing. Step 1.)：Press“ ”to get in “Scale Work”. Choose Processing File, input correct parameters: and then press “...
  • Page 118 Upgrading System- PS1. System Upgrade- Copy upgrade file to U disk, and insert U disk into handle, file format: extension ******. PKG & shown as rz-xxxx. U Disk Upgrade Method 1- 1.1.) Press“ ”, and then select “System Setup”, Press“ ”to enter, Press “...
  • Page 119 Upgrading System (Cont’d.)- PS1. System upgrade (Cont’d.)- U Disk Upgrade Method 2- 2.1.) Copy upgrade file to U Disk and insert U Disk into handle. 2.2.) Press “ ” + “ ”，screen display: 2.3.) Repeat Method 2 operation 1.2 & 1.3.
  • Page 120 PS2. Operations of Handle Communicating with Computer- Users can copy file from computer to handle after “Product ID: A010XXXX & Update Version rz-1967” version. Connect handle and computer by USB cable, users can find portable storage device on the computer, and then copy processing files from computer to handle inner. This function can ensure that if USB port of the handle is broken or there is no U Disk, the machine can still work normally.
  • Page 121 PS3. Common Problems and Troubleshooting- Solutions of the Faults display on the Screen- 1.) Indefinite Screen Flicker or Automatically restart Analysis and Solutions: a.) Power supply is insufficient. Check power supply if there are problems and change high-quality power supply to solve the problems. b.) The local power grid unstable.
  • Page 122 PS3. Common Problems and Troubleshooting (Cont’d.)- Solutions of the Faults display on the Screen- Faults in Practical Operation- 1.) The file size does not match the size of the actual set Analysises and Solutions: a.) Pulse equivalent is wrong. b.) You does not select the right tool. 2.) The screen displays ”beyond limit”...
  • Page 123 PS3. Common Problems and Troubleshooting (Cont’d.)- Solutions of the Faults display on the Screen- Faults in Practical Operation- c.) The lines connect the interface board with the motor drivers has disruption. Re-adjust the lines. d.) Processing file error. Check processing file, try to download the correct processing file to U disk or handle internal.
  • Page 124 PS3. Common Problems and Troubleshooting (Cont’d.)- Solutions of the Faults display on the Screen- Faults in Practical Operation- 5.) Back to the origin, the machine cannot stop Analysises and Solutions: Double Press on the "Menu" Button, input signal (origin detection switch signal) self-testing, whether the detection signal is triggered or connect normally.
  • Page 125 PS3. Common Problems and Troubleshooting (Cont’d.)- Solutions of the Faults display on the Screen- Faults in Practical Operation- b.) The origin detection switch is damaged. replace a new one. c.) The origin detection switch connects interface board not well. Refresh the line to determine the wiring is correct.
  • Page 126 PS3. Common Problems and Troubleshooting (Cont’d.)- Solutions of the Faults display on the Screen- Faults in Practical Operation- 8.) Start automatic tool setting, the tool does not stop after touching feeler block Analysises and solutions: a.) The "cutter" signal line connects "cutter" terminal not well. b.) The "GND"...
  • Page 127 Electrical Components and Wiring Problem- 1.) An Axis or Multi-Axis only one-way movement after handle power-on Analysis and Solutions: a.) There is something wrong with the lines connect the interface board with the motor driver， check the connection. b.) Interface board is damaged. Replace the interface board. c.) The motor driver is damaged.
  • Page 128 Electrical Components and Wiring Problem (Cont’d.)- 4.) Screen is not bright after handle power-on, and connect the handle to computer by USB cable, the screen is also not bright Analysises and Solutions: a.) This phenomenon may be due to the handle shocked by external force or fall on the ground, causing the crystal processor damaged.
  • Page 129 Delivery/Warranty Protocols- Delivery Protocol- • Most large machinery will be delivering on a tractor trailer 48'-53' long. Please notify Sales Representative with any Delivery Restrictions. • Customer is required to have a forklift (6000lb. or larger is recommended) with 72" forks or fork extensions and operator.
  • Page 130 Machines sold through dealers must be registered with Laguna Tools within 30 days of purchase to be covered by this warranty. Laguna Tools guarantees all new machine sold to be free of manufacturers’ defective workmanship, parts, and materials.
  • Page 131 Laguna Tools is not responsible for damage or loss caused by a freight company or other circumstances not in our control. All claims for loss or damaged goods must be notified to Laguna Tools within twenty-four hours of delivery. ****Please contact our Customer Service Department for more information. Only NEW machines sold to the original owner are covered by this warranty.
  • Page 132 Laguna Tools Warranty-...
  • Page 133 Support Website. The labor required to install replacement parts is the responsibility of the user. Laguna Tools is not responsible for damage or loss caused by a freight company or other circumstances not in our control. All claims for loss or damaged goods must be notified to Laguna Tools within twenty-four hours of delivery.
  • Page 134 We require that the defective item/part be returned to Laguna Tools with the complaint. The end-user must request an RMA (Return...
  • Page 135 Laguna Tools Packaging/Laguna Tools RMA Example-...
  • Page 136 Laguna Tools Packaging/Laguna Tools BILL of LADING Example-...
  • Page 137 Manual Revision Record Date of Change Revision# Engineering/Design Change Description Developed New Manual for the J8 CNC Machine. 10/06/2021...

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