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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    5.2.1 Page Setup and Orientation ..............- 83 - 5.2.2 Color Management ................. - 84 - 5.2.3 Using the LaserPro MG380Hybrid Print Driver ......- 85 - 5.2.3.1 LaserPro MG380Hybrid Print Driver >> Option Page ....- 87 - - 2 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 3 8.2.3 Removing and Cleaning the Focal Lens ........- 139 - Chapter IX - Basic Troubleshooting ................- 140 - Chapter X – Appendix ....................- 141 - 10.1 Glossary ....................- 141 - 10.2 LaserPro MG380Hybrid Specification Sheet ......... - 142 - - 3 - 232002140G (12)

  • Page 4: Chapter I - Safety

    One of the key safety features found on the LaserPro MG380Hybrid is a Class 2 red dot safety guidance pointer (similar to a laser-pointer presentation pen) allowing the operator to see the exact location where the laser beam will fire.
  • Page 5 to be modified in any way or removed for any reason. Please familiarize yourself with the specific labels and their locations on the machine. Below is a list of all the safety labels and their locations on the machine. Product Label This label is located at the right-back side of machine.
  • Page 6 Laser Path Danger label This label indicates the laser path. Normally you can find this label inside of machine. Please be very careful of this area when you do CDRH Label This label indicates the class level of CDRH. Laser Path Warning Label LaserPro machines are very safe under normal function.
  • Page 7 Aperture warning stickers (mirror): This label indicates the laser path. Normally you can find this label inside of machine or laser exit. Please take extra caution of this area when you conduct maintenance or operate machine. - 7 - 232002140G (12)

  • Page 8: Safety Measures

    CE Label This label identifies the classification of the Model in accordance with IEC 60825-1. It is located on the rear of the machine’s cabinet. Protection Window Label This label indicates the protection wavelength. You can find this label in the lower right corner window.

  • Page 9: Operating Environment

    Please follow the guidelines when considering a suitable location to set the LaserPro MG380Hybrid. Improper work environments may lead to operational malfunction and/or unsafe working conditions. The LaserPro MG380Hybrid should be placed and operated in a standard office-type environment. ...

  • Page 10: Noise Information

    Select a location in which there is a short, direct path to the fume exhaust system.  Set the LaserPro MG380Hybrid on a floor surface that is completely even.  Make sure your smoke or fire detection system in the immediate area is functioning.

  • Page 11: Ec-Declaration Of Conformity

    1.8 EC-Declaration of conformity - 11 - 232002140G (12)

  • Page 12: Chapter Ii - Unpacking & Contents

    Chapter II - Unpacking & Contents 2.1 Unloading and Unpacking The LaserPro MG380Hybrid is shipped in one crate that contains the machine, the software, and all of the necessary accessories. The following section contains detailed step-by-step instructions for unpacking and assembly of the machine.
  • Page 13 5) Unfasten and remove the two safety harnesses via the safety belt buckles on the front side. Safety Harnesses 6) Unscrew the screws holding the spacers (left and right side of the machine) and the step board (front and rear of the machine). Remove the two spacers and the step board. Spacer Spacer Step Board...
  • Page 14 7) With the removed left / right sideboard of crate, place one against the left or right side of the shipping crate to form an incline. Place the step board against the inclined sideboard to form a complete ramp. Step Board Side Board 8) Carefully slide the machine off the shipping crate and position it into your work space.

  • Page 15: Contents And Accessories Checklist

    2.2 Contents and Accessories Checklist Please check to make sure that all of the following items are included within the shipping crate. If any of the following items are missing, immediately contact your local GCC distributor. ITEM QUANTITY Cleaning Kit: Cotton swab Lens Cleaner Solution Lens Tissue...

  • Page 16: Chapter Iii - Mechanical Overview

    Chapter III - Mechanical Overview Please take some time to familiarize yourself with this section regarding the mechanical overview of the LaserPro MG380Hybrid. References will be made back to the different parts of the LaserPro MG380Hybrid in later sections. 3.1 Front View SmartEXT™...

  • Page 17: Right (Profile) View

    3.3 Right (Profile) View Port Ethernet 3.4 Left (Profile) View Access Panel Mirror #1 - 17 - 232002140G (12)

  • Page 18: Rear View

    3.5 Rear View Laser Compartment Laser Compartment Handles Handles SmartEXT™ 4” Exhaust Pass-Through Opening Door (Rear) 8” Exhaust Port - 18 - 232002140G (12)

  • Page 19: Chapter Iv - Setup And Installation

    Chapter IV - Setup and Installation 4.1 Machine Setup 4.1.1 Water Chiller Installation WARNING Always turn on the water chiller before turning on the machine. Read the water chiller user manual comes along with the chiller before installation and operation Connect the water pipes between the machine and the water chiller.
  • Page 20 1. The water chiller comes with two orange water tubing 2. Connect the tubing to laser machine. Connect the tubing to the “Water Out” and “Water In” connectors respectively. Water In / Water Out 3. Connect the tubes to the water chiller. CAUTION Make sure to add de-ionized or distilled water to the water chiller before turning on the machine.

  • Page 21: Connecting The Peripherals

    NOTE  It is recommended to change the cooling water every month. Remove water from the water chiller if machine will be idle for an extended period of time.  De-ionized or Distilled water are recommended as the coolant. Propylene glycol can be used as an anti-freeze agent.

  • Page 22: Powering Up The Machine

    Ensure that the LaserPro MG380Hybrid is connected to a 200-240VAC power source. 4.1.4 Connecting the Computer The LaserPro MG380Hybrid can communicate with a computer through a USB Port or LAN Port connection interface. Regardless of the connectivity method chosen, you will need to connect the respective connection cable from the LaserPro MG380Hybrid to your computer.
  • Page 23 machine Step 2. Navigate the control panel through <F4> Function <Machine Setting> <LAN Setup Wizard> IP Address. Step 3. Go to Windows <Control Panel> <Hardware and Sound> <Printer>, and right click on Spirit series printer to check printer properties. Step 4. Go to <Ports> tab of Spirit series printer properties, and select <Add Port>, and follow the instruction to enter the TCP/IP information received from laser machine control panel in step 2.
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  • Page 26: Ethernet Connectivity Setup

    4.1.4.2 Ethernet Connectivity Setup GCC laser engraver is built-in with LAN port to transmit data from PC to laser engraver with ease and higher speed instead of USB port option. Step 1. Connect LAN cable to the LAN port of GCC laser engravers and turn on machine Step 2.
  • Page 27 Step 5. Go to <Control PanelNetwork and InternetNetwork Connections> of computer, right click mouse on the connected internet device, and choose <Properties> Step 6. Choose the <Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4)> and click <Properties> to open up the setting window. - 27 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 28 Step 7. Enter the IP address and Subnet mask setting values, and choose <OK> Note the IP address 192.168.3.X (X value can be 1~255, while can’t be the same number as machine control panel setting in step 4) - 28 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 29 Step 8. Go to <Control Panel>  <Device and Printers> of computer and right click on the laser machine printer, choose <Printer Properties>. Step 9. Select <Add Pot> under Ports tab, and follow the instruction to enter the TCP/IP information in laser machine’s control panel in step 4. - 29 - 232002140G (12)
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  • Page 32 Troubleshooting While users configure the Ethernet setting precisely with DHCP = OFF (assign the machine a static IP) referring to the manual, sometimes the communication might still not be able to work, at this time you can refer to below actions to have a basic troubleshooting with IT technician. Verify the IP addresses you are using to see if they are valid.
  • Page 33 Command line mode window Type “ping x.x.x.x –t” after the prompt symbol, (x.x.x.x is the IP address you set on the laser machine, ie: 192.168.100.101)., press “Enter” to run the “Ping” tool. If the communication is OK between your PC and Laser machine, you will see reply from the destination IP.
  • Page 34 Diagnostics a. For cases the communication is not ok (can’t get response, just have “Request timed out” from destination IP), you can look for two PC/Laptops which are original set in the LAN environment and work ok (they can get normal response from each other by the command “PING”), note down the TCP/IP configurations by running “ipconfig”...

  • Page 35: Graphics Software Setup

    GCC laser is normal, it should be something wrong in the LAN environment , ask the administrator of the LAN to solve the problem. 4.2 Graphics Software Setup The LaserPro MG380Hybrid is compatible with graphics software that can output HPGL commands, such as CorelDraw, Adobe Photoshop, AutoCAD, Illustrator etc. Supported Graphic Software ...

  • Page 36: Installation Of The Laserpro Print Driver

    4.2.2 Installation of the LaserPro Print Driver One Click Driver for 32bit and 64bits. Insert the LaserPro CD. From the auto run menu, select MG380Hybrid LaserPro Driver to start the LaserPro Print Driver installation. Press “next” to process installation Select your machine model then press ”ok” “Installation completed”...

  • Page 37: Parallels Desktops For Running With Mac

    NOTE When working with the LaserPro MG380Hybrid Print Driver within your graphics software, you will need to have the MG380Hybrid set as the default printer to get proper output. If you select to not have the MG380Hybrid be the default printer, please remember to manually change this on your own from within the graphic software printer selection area or from the Windows Control Panel ...
  • Page 38 2) Install Parallels Desktops under Mac OS environment. 3) Read Software License Agreement and press “Accept” to continue installation - 38 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 39 4) Enter your Mac OS X User Name and Password then press “OK” 5) Press “Active” - 39 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 40 6) Press “OK” when activation is complete. 7) Register Parallels Desktop - 40 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 41 8) Press “Register” and “OK” to complete the installation of Parallels Desktop. 9) Open Parallels Desktop (in the Applications folder) then choose File → New 10) Press “Install Windows from DVD or image file” then press “continue” to install windows OS - 41 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 42 11) Select CD-ROM drive with the Windows installation CD 12) Enter the Windows OS product key - 42 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 43 Select how you would like to run your Windows program. 14) After the prior setting is complete the windows OS installation procedure will start automatically. 15) Windows OS installation is complete then you can refer to “4.2.5 Installation of the LaserPro Print Driver”...
  • Page 44 Install the AP that you want to use after the above installation is complete. - 44 - 232002140G (12)

  • Page 45: Using Adobe's Ap With Gcc Laserpro Machine

    4.2.4 Using Adobe’s AP with GCC LaserPro machine The Adobe’s AP (e.g. Illustrator, Photoshop or Acrobat reader) processes files via its Advanced Printing Features; users should firstly deselect Enable Advance Printing Features; otherwise the machine is unable to recognize or read general files when uploaded. ...
  • Page 46 The click the Advanced tab, then deselect Enable Advanced Printing Features, now all files can be recognized and uploaded. - 46 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 47  File Transfer 1) Select your working object, and then at the upper toolbar please choose File  Print. 2) At the print setup screen, at Print Preset please select Custom, and choose your printer (e.g. Spirit) - 47 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 48 3) Then click on the lower left tab of Setup to enter Preferences settings. 4) After all preferences are set, click Print to send file to the machine for print out. - 48 - 232002140G (12)

  • Page 49: Using Autocad Inventor With Gcc Laserpro Machine

    4.2.5 Using AutoCAD Inventor with GCC LaserPro machine 1. Start drawing. 2. Delete border and title block by right clicking on sheet1 and selecting delete. 3. Set sheet size to match working area of engraver. Engraver working area can be found on the paper tab of the windows driver.
  • Page 50 4. Start sketch. 5. Engraving a. Finish sketch. b. Right click on sketch and select properties. c. Line Type: By Layer d. Line Weight: By Layer e. Set color to match one of the 16 colors available in the pen tab of the windows driver.
  • Page 51 6. Cutting a. Finish sketch. b. Right click on sketch and select properties. c. Line Type: Continuous d. Line Weight: .001 in. e. Set color to match one of the 16 colors available in the pen tab of the windows driver.

  • Page 52: Using Ecut Plug-In With Gcc Lasers

    NOTE All objects created in one particular sketch will have the same properties meaning all will engrave or all will cut. If you would like to engrave and cut in the same job you will need at least two sketches, one with all the engravings and another with all the cuts, to do so properly.

  • Page 53: Chapter V - Operating The Laserpro Mg380Hybrid

    Once you have installed the LaserPro USB Driver (USB connectivity only), LaserPro Print Driver, and have connected the LaserPro MG380Hybrid to your computer, you will need to familiarize yourself with the LaserPro MG380Hybrid’s control panel and LaserPro Print Driver. The print...

  • Page 54: Graphic Control Panel Overview (Description)

    5.1.3 Graphic Control Panel Overview (Description) The Control Panel The control panel on the LaserPro MG380Hybrid provides easy access to all of the manual controls needed for cutting. The liquid crystal display (LCD), functional, directional and selection buttons make navigating through the machine’s manual controls easy to do.
  • Page 55 DIRECTIONAL AND SELECTION BUTTONS Function (F1 / F2 / F3 / F4) – Four function buttons allow you to select various functions, which will change depending on what section of the menu you are in. Each function button’s corresponding function will be displayed right above its respective button on the LCD display screen.

  • Page 56: Graphic Control Panel Navigation Chart

    5.1.4 Graphic Control Panel Navigation Chart - 56 - 232002140G (12)

  • Page 57: Graphic Control Panel Function Pages

    Main Work Page The main work page is the page that the LaserPro MG380Hybrid will default to upon startup and will be the “home base” for when navigating through the various functions of the control panel. This will be the page that is displayed when you are processing your jobs. This page contains specific job information such as the current job’s name, Speed, Power, PPI, DPI, processing /...
  • Page 58 Carriage / Work Table Adjustment Page ☼ navigating to this page: Main Work Page Press , , , , or F3 Carriage / Work Table Adjustment Page The Carriage / Work Table Adjustment Page allow you to manually increase and decrease the height of the work table (Z-axis).
  • Page 59  File Management Page – this page allows you to manage the files that you have loaded onto the LaserPro MG380Hybrid.  Machine Setting Page – this page allows you to access and modify a variety of your machine...
  • Page 60 The File Management Page allows you to manage the files that you have loaded onto the LaserPro MG380Hybrid. You can scroll through your jobs, delete a selected job, delete all jobs, and go to the Link/DLink Page to set and arrange multiple loaded jobs into a single job queue for processing.
  • Page 61 Link/DLink Page ☼ Navigating to this page: Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <File Management> from the menu File Management Page Press F2 Link / D Link Page The Link/DLink Page allows you to set, arrange, and remove loaded jobs to and from a job queue for processing.
  • Page 62 File Information Page ☼ Navigating to this page: Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <File Management> from the menu File Management Page Select a job file and press Enter File Information Page The File Information Page allows you to view the speed, power, DPI, and PPI settings of the selected job.
  • Page 63 File Management Edit Page ☼ Navigating to this page: Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <File Management> from the menu File Management Page Select a job file and press Enter File Information Page Press F4 File Management Edit Page The File Management Edit Page allows choosing to modify your raster or vector settings for the selected job, as well as setting the number of times to repeatedly process the selected job (Repeat Num).
  • Page 64 PPI, and power ramp settings for the selected job. These settings correspond to the same settings found on the LaserPro MG380Hybrid print driver. This page allows you to easily adjust these values to make immediate adjustments while processing your loaded jobs, even when you have disconnected your computer from the LaserPro MG380Hybrid.
  • Page 65 Machine Setting Page ☼ Navigating to this page: Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Machine Setting> from the menu Machine Setting Page The Machine Setting Page allows you to access and modify a variety of your machine settings, including: Set Lens, Tune Auto Focus, Set Table Down, Set Red Beam, Carriage Lock, Set Command Mode, Save Position, Flash Memory, Set File Save Mode, Set Vector Mode, Tune Image Power, Set Laser Wattage, Set Fine Mode, Other, Reset.
  • Page 66 Remember to save your settings after you have made the proper changes. Now by pressing the Auto Focus button, the LaserPro MG380Hybrid will auto focus properly using the new lens setting. The LaserPro MG380Hybrid’s default setting is <2.0>...
  • Page 67 Tune Auto Focus Page ☼ Navigating to this page: Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Machine Setting> from the menu Machine Setting Page Select <Tune Auto Focus> from the menu Tune Auto Focus Page The Tune Auto Focus Page allows you to manually set the default auto focus distance / vertical height of the worktable (Z-axis) for when the Auto Focus button is pushed.
  • Page 68 Pressing the Enter key at this point will confirm the prompt to move the work table to its lowest position. If the Table Down is set to <NO>, then the LaserPro MG380Hybrid will not display this warning prompt at system startup.
  • Page 69 ☼ Navigating to this page: Set Red Beam Page Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Machine Setting> from the menu Machine Setting Page Select <Set Red Beam> from the menu Set Red Beam Page The Set Beam Page allows you to turn on or off the red dot laser pointer on the laser carriage. Enabling this function will indicate the exact location where the laser will fire upon.
  • Page 70 Set Vector Mode Page ☼ Navigating to this page: Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Machine Setting> from the menu Machine Setting Page Select <Vector Mode> from the menu Vector Mode Page The Set Vector Mode Page allows you to adjust and balance vector mode’s quality and speed settings based on your specific job.
  • Page 71 ☼ Navigating to this page: Save Position Page Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Save Position> from the menu Machine Setting Page Select <Save Position > from the menu The Save Position Function allows you to save the current X-axis and Y-axis positions of the laser carriage and sets this position to be the origin for subsequent jobs.
  • Page 72 ☼ Navigating to this page: Carriage Free Page Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Machine Setting> from the menu Machine Setting Page Select <Carriage Free> from the menu Carriage Lock Page The Carriage Lock Page allows you to set whether the laser carriage is locked or free. If the Carriage Free setting is set to <YES>, then you will be able to manually move the laser carriage along the X and Y axis by hand with the top door open.
  • Page 73 ☼ Navigating to this page: Set Command Mode Page Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Machine Setting> from the menu Machine Setting Page Select <Set Command Mode > from the menu Set Command Mode Page The Set Command Mode Page allows you to configure vector settings when outputting in Default or HPGL mode.
  • Page 74 Setting File Save to <NO> will automatically and immediately delete each job file from the LaserPro MG380Hybrid after the cutting process. Setting File Save to <YES> will retain all job files on the LaserPro MG380Hybrid, even after each job has been processed.
  • Page 75 SmartGUARD Page ☼ Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F4 Functions Page Select <Advanced Options> from the menu Machine Setting Page Select <SmartGUARD > from the menu SmartGUARD Page After optional SmartGUARD hardware installation, please enter the function menu on the control panel to enable the SmartGUARD fire alarm.
  • Page 76 AAS Page ☼ Navigating to this page: Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Machine Setting> from the menu Machine Setting Page Select <AAS> from the menu AAS Page After optional AAS (Accu-Align System) contour cutting hardware installation, please enter the function menu of control panel to perform AAS Calibration before using AAS to do contour cutting job.
  • Page 77 AAS Calibration Page Relevant Buttons Function F1 (Back) Back to previous page F4 (Save) Save your current settings  /  Directional Adjust value of that selection  /  Directional Scroll through the menu selections Start / Stop Back to Main Work Page Auto Focus Initiate the auto focus function ▲...
  • Page 78 ☼ Navigating to this page: LAN Setup Wizard Page Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Machine Setting> from the menu Machine Setting Page Select <LAN Setup Wizard > from the menu LAN Setup Wizard Page The LAN Setup Wizard Page allows you to connect the laser machine with ethernet to transmit files from computer to laser machine for processing jobs.
  • Page 79 ☼ Navigating to this page: Scaling Page Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Machine Setting> from the menu Machine Setting Page Select <Scaling> from the menu Scaling Page The Scaling Page allows you to fine tune the laser machine output scale to precisely fit the original graphic file design scale when precision output is requried to your application.
  • Page 80 ☼ Navigating to this page: Other Page Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Machine Setting> from the menu Machine Setting Page Select <Other> from the menu Other Page The Other Page allows you to change various settings relating to the control panel. The Language setting will allow changing available languages displayed by the control panel.
  • Page 81 Reset Page ☼ Navigating to this page: Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Machine Setting> from the menu Machine Setting Page Select <Reset> from the menu Reset Page The Reset Page will restore machine settings back to factory default. Press ENTER to confirm the change, and restart the machine.
  • Page 82 ☼ Navigating to this page: Machine Information Page Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Machine Information> from the menu Machine Information Page The Machine Information Page allows you to view information regarding the system such as the GCC logo, machine name, firmware version, and other information.

  • Page 83: The Laserpro Mg380Hybrid Print Driver

    5.2.1 Page Setup and Orientation The first thing you must do before working with the LaserPro MG380Hybrid Print Driver will be to make sure the page and layout settings are properly configured within your graphics software. You will need to access and edit the Page Setup or Layout page of your graphics software to set your graphics software’s page layout to...

  • Page 84: Color Management

    From the navigation bar on the left, click DOCUMENT  PAGE  SIZE. Ensure that NORMAL PAPER and LANDSCAPE are selected. Ensure the Paper Width and Height dimensions match the LaserPro MG380Hybrid’s work table dimensions of 966 mm (38.0 inches) and 610 mm (24.0 inches).

  • Page 85: Using The Laserpro Mg380Hybrid Print Driver

    Now after you have properly set the Page and Layout and Color Management of your graphics software, you are ready to configure the details of your actual job through the LaserPro MG380Hybrid Print Driver. The LaserPro MG380Hybrid print driver allows you to adjust your cutting options. After you have setup your image, design, or text to be processed in your software application, you can access the LaserPro MG380Hybrid print driver by going to FILE ...
  • Page 86 NOTE For this screenshot example, CorelDraw was used as the software application. The LaserPro MG380Hybrid Print Driver consists of seven primary sections (pages) in which you will be able to choose various cutting options and settings:  Option Page  Pen Page ...

  • Page 87: Laserpro Mg380Hybrid Print Driver >> Option Page

    5.2.3.1 LaserPro MG380Hybrid Print Driver >> Option Page Mode Setting (OPTION PAGE) [DEFAULT SETTING: Black & White] Manual Color Fill: Specify laser type to different color pens. The GCC LaserPro print driver allows a maximum of 16 pen parameters to be set. It will help user to set different parameters easily in one file.
  • Page 88 Black & White: Select this mode when using clipart images or drawings with several colors, shad es of gray, or many outlines. This mode outputs in a method similar to that of a black and white laser printer. The GCC LaserPro print driver will interpret colored and shaded areas as 256-level shades of gray by producing a halftone effect while engraving.
  • Page 89 Lower DPI settings result in coarser and shallower engravings, but require less time to complete. The LaserPro MG380Hybrid Series offers 8 DPI options: 125, 250, 300, 380, 500, 600, 760, and 1000 experiment with different settings to get your desired effect.
  • Page 90 (your stamp design) protruding out Print Immediately (Options Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: Unselected] Checking this will instruct the LaserPro MG380Hybrid Series to immediately begin the laser engraving process, when you select Print from your graphic software program. If Print Immediately is not checked, then selecting Print will transfer the job file to the LaserPr o MG380Hybrid Series system and will need to be initialized from the LaserPro MG380Hybrid Series control panel.
  • Page 91 Preview (Options Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: Unselected] Users can use the Preview function to check a simulated output of the job. An estimated working time will also be shown. Please make sure to set the file printing option to “print to file” in order t o activate the Preview function.
  • Page 92 After entering the filename and pressing <ok>, the Preview screen will be shown. The output file can be previewed and an estimated working time of the job is also displayed. File Function (Options Page): The file function section allows you to manage various laser parameter s. This section is useful when performing duplicate jobs on a variety of objects, allowing you to save your frequently used laser parameters and load them in the future.

  • Page 93: Mg380Hybrid Print Driver >> Pen Page

    5.2.3.2 MG380Hybrid Print Driver >> Pen Page The LaserPro MG380Hybrid incorporates the use of 16 different colors to represent 16 different laser power and speed settings when cutting. These colors are referred to as “Pens”. Think of each pen as a designated laser setting, rather than as a color.
  • Page 94 If you would like to specify your own colors to designate to a particular laser setting, then all you have to do is to double-click on that particular pen color from the pen menu and a color manager window will open where you can select “define custom colors”...
  • Page 95 NOTE The MG380Hybrid print driver cannot store more than 16 pen colors or different laser parameter settings per file. Speed (Pen Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: 50] The speed slider controls the laser’s speed during operation (engraving speed) with settings ranging from 0.1 –...
  • Page 96 Raster / Vector (Pen Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: Selected] Checking the Raster checkbox will process only the raster functions for the areas of your design that correspond to that particular “pen” color. Checking the Vector checkbox will process the vector functions for the areas of your design that correspond to that particular “pen”...

  • Page 97: Mg380Hybrid Print Driver >> Advance Page

    5.2.3.3 MG380Hybrid Print Driver >> Advance Page Scaling (Advanced Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: 0] In some cases you may find a slight output inaccuracy in the actual output compared to what you have set in the computer. This margin of error or offset is extremely small (approximately 1/300). What this means is that there may be a 1-unit offset for every 300 unit increments.
  • Page 98 • Relative: This mode sets the current laser head position to correspond to the origin (top left) position of the graphic software. Therefore, the laser head will process the job from its current position relative to its setting in the graphics software. •...
  • Page 99 Laser Processing Mode (Advanced Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: Hybrid mode] GCC LaserPro MG380Hybrid equips two laser tubes within its laser cabinet, one RF driven metal laser tube, and the other is DC driven glass laser tube, each one has its own merits and benefits with different applications.
  • Page 100 To properly add a border, you will first need to Invert your design from the Options Page, then check Use Border and specify a value for the thickness of the border you would like to add to your design. This mode is useful for engraving rubber stamps, as it allows you to create the outline around your stamp image.
  • Page 101 • Optimization Sorting: This is a setting that will minimize your process time. When selected, the print driver will analyze your image and automatically determine the most efficient processing path to process your image. Use Cluster (Advanced Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: Unselected] This setting allows you to change how the Spirit interprets and processes individual / independent areas of an image in order to minimize job-processing times.

  • Page 102: Mg380Hybrid Print Driver >> Paper Page

    5.2.3.4 MG380Hybrid Print Driver >> Paper Page Paper Size (Paper Page) The paper size represents your total work area. Ensure that the paper size is never set greater than the MG380Hybrid’s work area of 38” x 24” (966mm x 610mm). The X value represents the length and the Y value represents the width.
  • Page 103 When you look at your engraved test square under a magnifying glass, you may notice the edges of your square may be slightly offset, with every consecutive engraved even or odd line protruding past the square’s ideal edge. This occurrence may occur on the left or right si de of the square and can be compensated for by the image tuning setting.

  • Page 104: Mg380Hybrid Print Driver >> Language Page

    Rotary Fixture (Paper Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: Unselected] NOTE This option is only to be used with the Rotary Attachment optional accessory properly set up. For instructions on how to set up the Rotary Attachment, please refer to Chapter VII of this manual.

  • Page 105: Mg380Hybrid Print Driver >> Raster Page

    5.2.3.6 MG380Hybrid Print Driver >> Raster Page NOTE The Raster Page is only available when Black & White Mode Setting is selected from the Options Page, this page offers a number of advanced Raster Engraving output options. Contrast (Raster Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: 0] This provides a quick and easy way to immediately adjust the contrast of an engraved image.
  • Page 106 Halftone (Raster Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: Dithering] This option controls the way a raster-engraved image is processed. The “digital image to engraved output” process can be processed via two methods: Dithering or Error Diffusion. Each offer additional output options yielding different output effects, style, and quality. •...

  • Page 107: Mg380Hybrid Print Driver >> >> Stamp Page

    o Diffusion Type: Floyd, Stucki, Jarvis [DEFAULT SETTING: Floyd] Each diffusion type presents the shade of image as different spread halftones instead of dots to compose a raster image. The following diagram is an example of the raster effects when using the different diffusion types.
  • Page 108 Bridge: contact area of the stamp Slope of ridge (shoulder level) Base of ridge (pitch) Pitch (Stamp Page) Your stamp will be a reversed image composed of engraved depressions and ridges. Think of these ridges as the “contact sections” of the stamp. If the ridges of these contact sections are too thin, they may break. The Pitch setting allows you to increase the width of the ridge base, hence creating more stable “contact sections”...

  • Page 109: Chapter Vi - Engraving And Cutting Techniques

    The LaserPro MG380Hybrid Print Driver determines vector cut based on the outline width of that particular area or section of the design. In order to prep a particular section for vector cutting, you will need to set that object’s fill...

  • Page 110: Vector And Raster

    In these situations when there are raster engraving and vector cutting operations on a single project, the LaserPro MG380Hybrid driver will interpret between raster sections and vector sections by the types of lines and line widths of your design. Areas of your design with line widths set between 0.001” (0.025mm), 0.004”...

  • Page 111: Tips

    6.4 3D Tips 3D Mode is one of the functions of LaserPro laser engraver. Instead of traditional two dimensional graphic processing, 3D Mode allows the naked eyes to visualize the curvatures of the 3D effect by applying 200 power levels technology to create different depth of engraving. Although it is easy to produce 3D samples with LaserPro Engraver, production of the 3D graphic can be a hassle for our users.
  • Page 112 Concept illustration of 3D graphic production with Laser Professional AP After the graphic is completed, you can output the 3D graphic directly to the laser machine through GCC LaserPro driver, which is very handy. Or you can also export the 3D graphics as JPG or BMP format and edit with frequently used CorelDRAW or Illustrator software, then output the graphic to GCC laser system.
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  • Page 114 LaserPro requests your attention If you need to produce circular 3D graphics, you only need to select Radial as the gray level type in the pull-down menu of Type. Then, a circular 3D graphic may be produced. Step 2. Produce three-dimensional characters - 114 - 232002140G (12)
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  • Page 116 Step 3. Edit the characters for the website Step 4. Combine the 3D images After finishing the production for each of the objects, you may proceed with the combination of the objects. The combined graphic may be output with the laser engraver. Output the 3D graphic After selecting the graphic to be output, set the Mode as 3D Mode in the driver.
  • Page 117 Tips for engraving 3D graphics LaserPro Application Lab provides a few reminders that may require your attention during the 3D engraving in order to improve the result of the engraving. Turn on the Air Assist function When the engraving is done along with Air Assist, the depth of the engraving would be deeper. Set Air assist inside the driver by checking the box.

  • Page 118: Modify Image Settings Of Picture For Better Engraving Quality

    6.5 Modify Image Settings of Picture for Better Engraving Quality Connect your digital camera to the computer by USB cable. Download the picture from the digital camera to the computer Select the picture that you want to engrave. Import the image from the folder where the picture is located by selecting File/Import Convert the image to Bitmap by selecting the image and click on Bitmaps/Convert to Bitmap - 118 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 119 Change the Bitmap settings by setting “Color” to Grayscale (8-bit) and “Resolution” to 300 dpi and click OK. Finally, Invert the image by selecting Effects/Transform/Invert - 119 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 120 Now you are ready to output the modified image by clicking File/Print - 120 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 121 This instruction is a simple example for general use. There are many tips and tricks to achieve a good engraving quality. It takes a lot of practice and experience to achieve a good engraving quality. Different picture may need different modifications and different material may need different parameters.

  • Page 122: Chapter Vii - Optional Items

    Chapter VII - Optional Items When purchasing the LaserPro MG380Hybrid from your local authorized GCC distributor, you will be provided a chance to purchase optional items to enhance your experience with your system. If anytime after the purchase of your MG380Hybrid, would you like to purchase any optional item, please contact your local authorized GCC distributor.

  • Page 123: Air Compressor Unit (220V Only)

    7.2 Air Compressor Unit (220V Only) Specifically designed for laser engravers, the air compressor utilizes an oil-free diaphragm. The air compressor helps eliminate harmful and potentially damaging moisture from the laser optics, maximizing laser optic life. In addition the air compressor provides the optimal air flow to the SmartAIR nozzles to minimize flaming, suppress working temperatures, and blow away dust and particle byproducts generated from the laser process.
  • Page 124 4) Locate the air tube valve positioned towards the front side of MG380Hybrid. As indicated below: 5) Take the unattached end of the ¼” air tubing (other end already connected to air compressor) and connect it to the air tube connector on the air assist valve. Make sure you press down on the air tube fastener when inserting the ¼”...

  • Page 125: Smartbox Option

    LaserPro MG380Hybrid print driver and hardware control panel. Please refer to the LaserPro MG380Hybrid PEN page on print driver of this manual for details on how to enable and configure air-assist control by driver functionality.
  • Page 126 6) On the front right hand side of the cutting table, there will be a metal guard, which must be swiveled so that it is perpendicular to the front side of the cutting table (as shown in the picture below). This allows the LaserPro MG380Hybrid to properly account for the extra height the cutting table adds to the cutting table.

  • Page 127: Smartair Fine / Ultra Nozzles Option

    LaserPro MG380Hybrid print driver and hardware control panel. Please refer to the LaserPro MG380Hybrid print driver and graphic control panel sections of this manual for details on how to enable and configure air-assist functionalities.

  • Page 128: Smartguard Fire Alarm Option

    7.5 SmartGUARD Fire Alarm Option Laser cutting and engraving operations using the SmartGUARD system protects the operator, machine, and the work products from potential fire hazards. During the engraving process, flaming may occur when working with combustible or easily-flammable materials, such as paper or wood. The SmartGUARD Fire Alarm is a pre-installed optional item that can be set to notify the operator through audio warnings and automatically shutdown the current operation.

  • Page 129: Rotary Attachment Option

    SmartGUARD Setting Page Relevant Button Function F1 (Back) Back to previous page F4 (Save) Save your current settings Directional Adjust the value for that selections Directional Adjust the value for that selections 7.6 Rotary Attachment Option The rotary attachment option provides the Spirit with the ability to engrave on cylindrical or spherical objects.
  • Page 130 Exchange the Conical Fixtures: A. Remove the 2 screws shown in the picture below. B. Detach the circular cylindrical cone by moving it in the direction of the arrow as shown below. C. Assemble the smaller conical fixture onto the rotary attachment as shown below. - 130 - 232002140G (12)
  • Page 131 D. Use the flat surface as shown in picture below as a reference point and tighten the first screw against it. After doing so, tighten the second screw and the rotary attachment is ready for use. Flat surface 1. Tighten this against the flat surface 2.
  • Page 132 OPERATION: 1) Use a ruler to measure the diameter (at the point on the work piece you will be engraving) and length of the work piece you will be engraving. Make a record of this. 2) Load the work piece onto the rotary attachment by first listing the lever on the rotary attachment, unlocking the adjustable end of the rotary attachment.

  • Page 133: Pass-Through Door Switch Module

    7.7 Pass-Through Door Switch Module GCC laser systems are designed to be Class II safety requirement, the laser would stop firing if any doors open during operation to protect operator safety. For users installed optional Pass-Through Door Switch Module, GCC laser system will be converted to a Class IV safety machine, operators must follow the safety notice stated in Chapter 1.5 of this manual.

  • Page 134: Chapter Viii Basic Maintenance

    Chapter VIII Basic Maintenance Keeping your LaserPro MG380Hybrid clean and well maintained will ensure quality output, consistent reliability, and extended product life. Smoke, dust or residue build-up inside the laser system or the mechanical components can cause a reduction in the laser power, irregularities in the motion system, reduced product life cycle, and a host of other avoidable problems.

  • Page 135: Maintaining The Worktable And Motion System

    Eclipse Cleaning System Solution 8.2 Maintaining the Worktable and Motion System 8.2.1 Accessing the Worktable and Motion System Remove the screws of the top of the machine chassis and lift the top off. 8.2.2 Cleaning the Worktable and Motion System 8.2.2.1 Cleaning the Worktable and Motion System Clean the working table and the motion system on a weekly basis through the following steps: 1) Turn the power off and unplug the MERCURY before cleaning.

  • Page 136: Cleaning The Optics System

    This mirror is located inside the laser cabinet of the LaserPro MG380Hybrid. 1) Use a #2 Phillips Screwdriver to open the rear laser cabinet of the LaserPro MG380Hybrid. 2) Loosen the thumbscrew and remove the dust cover securing the mirror. (As shown in the picture below).
  • Page 137 4) Re-install the mirror after cleaning. 5) Tighten the thumbscrew. 6) Replace and secure the outer access panel. Mirror 2, 3 These mirrors are located in the worktable area of the LaserPro MG380Hybrid. Mirror 2 Mirror 3 Mirror 2 1) Unscrew the thumbscrew holding mirror 2 in place.

  • Page 138: Cleaning The Mirrors

    Focus lens Reflection mirror 3) Clean the lens in the proper manner. 4) Re-install mirror 3 after cleaning. 5) Tighten the top thumbscrew. 6) Reinstall the laser carriage panel and tighten the three thumbscrews. 8.2.2 Cleaning the Mirrors After you have removed each mirror, you will want to inspect each mirror for scratches, smoke residue, or debris.

  • Page 139: Removing And Cleaning The Focal Lens

    CAUTION  If the center of the mirror is scratched, contact your LaserPro MG380Hybrid dealer for a replacement. 8.2.3 Removing and Cleaning the Focal Lens 1) Unscrew the three thumbscrews (front face of the laser head) securing the laser carriage panel and remove the laser carriage panel to reveal the focal lens.

  • Page 140: Chapter Ix - Basic Troubleshooting

    Chapter IX - Basic Troubleshooting Quality Problems  Check focal length setting under F4 function key-> Machine Setting-> Set Focus Lens to see if it matches the type of the lens installed.  Check if the focal Lens is installed correctly or if focal Lens is not fixed properly. ...

  • Page 141: Glossary

    Chapter X – Appendix 10.1 Glossary Color Fill – Term within the awards and engraving industry used to describe the variety of techniques used to add color or contrast to engraving. DPI – Dots Per Inch or Pixels Per Inch. The resolution of an image as defined by the amount of dots/pixels included in an inch.

  • Page 142: Laserpro Mg380Hybrid Specification Sheet

    10.2 LaserPro MG380Hybrid Specification Sheet MG380Hybrid Models MG380Hybrid-12100 MG380Hybrid-30100 RF driven laser tube :12W RF driven laser tube : 30W Wattage DC driven laser tube:100W DC driven laser tube:100W Laser source Sealed CO2 Laser Laser Cooling RF driven laser tube: Air Cooled; DC driven laser tube: Water Cooled Working Area 38 x 24 in.
  • Page 143  Caution—Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.  Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.  Speed is not equal to throughput. See dealer or visit for more details.

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