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AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 Quick Start Manual

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Валерий Николаевич Шильченко
February 7, 2025

Как настроить через флешку вырезку детали по линиям

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Mr. Anderson
February 10, 2025

1. Prepare the Design: Create or obtain the design file for cutting.
2. Save to USB Stick: Insert a USB stick into the computer and save the design file onto it.
3. Insert USB into Machine: Plug the USB stick into the AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2.
4. Align the Material: Place the material on the machine’s work area.
5. Use Focus Assist: Adjust the laser focus using the provided focus assist tool.
6. Home and Frame: Use the machine’s interface to press "Home" and then "Frame" to align the design on the material.
7. Adjust Material if Needed: If the framing is slightly off, move the material accordingly.
8. Start Cutting: Once aligned, press "Start" to begin the cutting process.

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Summary of Contents for AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2

  • Page 1 QUICK START GUIDE Laser Engraver Always read the instructions before you start.

  • Page 3: Aftersale Support

    Delivery Date Software Computer System parts after receiving the product, please contact our customer service. AlgoLaser will cover the shipping cost Problem Description, Video & Photo of the incorrect product or send the replacement parts. Troubleshooting Support AlgoLaser offers online troubleshooting guides that After submmitting, our engineer will reply you helps you to solve problems step-by-step.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    3.3 Maintenance and Cleaning of the Laser Engraver 3.4 Machine Status Explanation 3.5 Laser Indicator Light 3.6 How to Connect the Machine to a PC 3.7 RR2/ARC Connection -- Operation Description 3.8 How to Connect DIY KIT MK2 to APP Via WiFi 3.9 AlgoOS User Manual...

  • Page 6: Before You Start

    Before You Start...

  • Page 7: Disclaimer And Safety Guidelines

    1.1 Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines 1. The laser engraver emits laser light. Placing any living body under the laser emission port (marked with an orange warning sign) is strictly forbidden. 2. Patients with photosensitive epilepsy are prohibited from using or approaching the laser engraver. 3.
  • Page 8 Caution-Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Wavelength: 455±5nm Maximum output power: ≥5W Laser safety level: Class4 The laser safety classification of this product is based on lEC 60825-1:2014. The laser safety level of laser radiation emitted Through laser aperture exceeds Class1.
  • Page 9 Caution-Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Wavelength: 455±5nm Maximum output power: Laser safety level: Class4 The laser safety classification of this product is based on lEC 60825-1:2014. The laser safety level of laser radiation emitted Through laser aperture exceeds Class1.
  • Page 10 Caution-Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Wavelength: 450±5nm Maximum output power: Laser safety level: Class4 The laser safety classification of this product is based on lEC 60825-1:2014. The laser safety level of laser radiation emitted Through laser aperture exceeds Class1.

  • Page 11: Parts List

    1.2 Parts List 1.2.1 Machine Front Frame Rear Frame Left Y-Axis Frame Right Y-Axis Frame X-Axis Frame Control Box WiFi Aerial Support Foot 1 Support Foot 2 Limit Switch Mounting Plate Limit Switch...
  • Page 12 Allen Key Wrench & Screwdriver Machine Key Set Laser Goggle Focus Assist Brush M5X30 Screw M5X14 Screw M5X8 Screw M2.5X9 Screw Thumb Screw M5X15X1 washer USB Cable Timing Belt Plywood Acrylic Metal Card Cable Ties...
  • Page 13 1.2.2 Laser module and Others DIY KIT MK2 series have 4 different specifications, please refer to the product model you have purchased to confirm the list. ALM-5BD(5W)Laser Module Power Adapter Laser Shield ALM-10BD(10W)Laser Module Lens Power Cable Air Assist Nozzle...
  • Page 14 ALM-20BDU(20W) Laser Module Air Pipe Air Pipe AlgoLaser Air pump Lens Lens Finger Guard Lens Tool Power Adapter Power Cable * The above images are for reference only. Please refer to the actual product.

  • Page 15: Machine Assembly

    Machine Assembly...
  • Page 16 Assembling machines may bring some challenges, Don't worry, follow the steps step by step to complete it!

  • Page 17: Assemble The Frame

    M5X14 Screw M5X14 Screw Support Foot 1 Support Foot 2 Rear Frame M5X30 Screw M5X30 Screw M5X14 M5X30 Screw Screw Left Y-Axis Frame Right Y-Axis Frame Please refer to the installation video in the DIY KIT MK2 playlist on Tips https://www.youtube.com/@algolaserofficial/playlists.
  • Page 18 / 11 Assemble the X-Axis Component Fit the X-Axis into the left Y-Axis Frame. Fit the X-Axis into the right Y-Axis Frame. Make Y-Axis pass through the middle of the X-Axis gear...
  • Page 19 / 11 Support Foot 1 * 1 Assemble the Frame Support Foot 2 * 1 The front frame and Y-axis frame are assembled by support feet. M5X30 Screw * 2 M5X14 Screw * 2 Rear Frame Front Frame M5X30 Screw M5X30 Screw Support Foot 2 Support Foot 1...
  • Page 20 / 11 Assemble the Belt Thread the belt through the hole in the direction of the arrow. Ensure the belt is placed in the correct orientation, with the toothed side facing down.
  • Page 21 The belt passes through the hole at the other end along the Y-Axis. Do not twist the belt, ensure it remains flat. ① ② ③ ④...
  • Page 22 M5X15X1 washer * 4 M5X15X1 washer M5X8 Screw * 4 M5X8 screw ③ ④ ① ② Using the same method to install the M5x15x1 washer and M5x8 screws into the four corresponding holes. Check the Tension of the Belt, Gently move the X-Axis by hand to check the belt tension. If it's too loose or tight, adjust accordingly.
  • Page 23 Assemble the Limit Switch Limit Switch M2.5X9 Screw * 4 M2.5X9 screw M2.5X9 screw Screw Placement Place the screws into the two frontmost holes 80% completed, keep up the good work! We will be able to see the complete DIY KIT MK2 soon!
  • Page 24 / 11 Assemble the Laser Module Thumb Screw * 2 Insert the rear dovetail groove of the ALM-10BD(10W) Laser Module into the corresponding slot on the fixture. Tighten the Thumb Screw clockwise to secure it in place. Take 10W Laser Module as Reference, and install other modules in the same way.
  • Page 25 / 11 Air Pump Connection ALM-10BD(10W) Air Pipe Connection Air Pump need to buy separately Please note the 10W laser module is sold without an air pump. And we suggest to utilize it with an Air Pump for safe and optimal performance. If you do not use an air pump, please Tips remove the air nozzle before using the laser to extend the service life of your laser.
  • Page 26 / 11 Air Pump Connection ALM-20BDU(20W) Air Pipe Connection Attention: The module should operate with an working Air Pump. Make sure the Air Pump is running while the module is working . Please clean the Lens after every 30 hours of use of the machine or after a long period of inactivity to prevent the laser from being intercepted by the dust attached to the Lens.
  • Page 27 / 11 Assemble the Control Box Component WiFi Aerial First, attach the WiFi aerial to the control box. M5X14 Screw * 2 then Align the installation nut on the back of the Control Box with the mounting hole on the Front Frame. M5X14 screw M5X14 screw...
  • Page 28 / 11 Assemble the Main Cable Insert the cable connectors into the Limit Switches, Motors, and Laser Module Sockets in the sequence shown in the picture. Insert the motor in the correct orientation as shown in Figure 2. The limit switch can be inserted in either direction without concern;...
  • Page 29 / 11 Secure the Main Cable Cable Ties Secure the cables in the appropriate positions by using zip ties.
  • Page 30 Great, the assembly is done!

  • Page 31: How To Use

    How to Use...

  • Page 32: Get To Know Algolaser Diy Kit Mk2

    3.1 Get to know AlgoLaser DIY KIT MK2 Emergency Stop Button Safety Lock (Keep the key. Professional use only) Power Laser Shield Port DC 24V The type-C to USB cable is used to connect the computer and machine. Ensure that the type-C end is...

  • Page 33: How To Find Focus

    3.2 How to Find Focus Focus Assist ALM-5BD(5W) ALM-10BD(10W) ALM-20BDU(20W) Place the Focus Assist on the engraving material, ensuring it is positioned beneath the laser module. Gently slide the laser module downward until its edge lightly touches the circular disc on the bottom of the Focus Assist.

  • Page 34: Maintenance And Cleaning Of The Laser Engraver

    3.3 Maintenance and Cleaning of the Laser Engraver ALM-5BD(5W) How to Replace the Lens ①Remove the magnetic cover ②Remove the old lens and replace it with a new one ③Finally restore it in order ① ② ③...
  • Page 35 ALM-10BD(10W) How to Replace the Lens ①Remove the magnetic cover ②Use M2.0 Allen Key to rotate and remove the air nozzle ③Remove the old lens and replace it with a new one ④Finally restore it in order Please note that the M2.0 Allen Key must be used to remove and install the air nozzle.
  • Page 36 ALM-20BDU(20W) How to Replace the Lens ① Remove Remove the Air Assist Nozzle first, then loosen the Brass Lense Nut with a Lens Tool, pay attention to the rotation direction of the wrench, and take out the old seal ring and lens. ②...

  • Page 37: Machine Status Explanation

    3.4 Machine Status Explanation LED Indicator Result Status Action Descriptions Hold the power Machine powers on and The Green Light Power on button for>300ms quickly seeks the home gradually brightens while powered on position Hold the power The Green Light Machine powers off and Power off button for>1s...

  • Page 38: How To Connect The Machine To A Pc

    3.6 How to Connect the Machine to a PC Install the driver: Before installing the computer driver, please power on the machine and connect it to the PC using a USB cable. Then, choose the appropriate driver file based on your computer system and proceed with the installation.
  • Page 39 Connecting the machine ① Launch the LaserGRBL / LightBurn software. LightburnSoftware.com lasergrbl.com Note: The LightBurn software requires a purchase to use. ② Select the COM port that corresponds to the one identified in step two of the installation process. ③ Click on the “Connect” button. ④...
  • Page 40 Notice: If you use Lightburn for the first time, in order to operate logic with the AlgolaSer machine, be sure to choose the following two positions as the lower left corner. Win7 & Win8 Driver Installation Tutorial Resolution for Driver issues on ESP MCU Espress if CDC Device Error...
  • Page 41 Or the corresponding driver cannot be detected https://zadig.akeo.ie/ Visit Navigate lower on the page and click The download button Once open select List All Devices from the menu Options. Wait for the refresh...
  • Page 42 Install Driver button, and wait for the installation to complete. When you finished it, you can close the Zadig software The New AlgoLaser X CDC (Interface 0) (COMX) port in Device Manager. Note the COM number might be different in your machine...

  • Page 43: Rr2/Arc Connection -- Operation Description

    3.7 RR2/ARC Connection -- Operation Description Connection: Unplug the Y-axis motor wire from the Y-axis motor and connect it to the corresponding motor jack of RR2/ARC. Connect the control terminal: Use USB or other methods to connect the computer. LaserGRBL: Send "$22=0" in the “Type gcode here ”field LightBurn: Send the command "$22=0"...

  • Page 44: How To Connect Diy Kit Mk2 To App Via Wifi

    3.8 How to Connect DIY KIT MK2 to APP Via WiFi Download the app (use your phone to scan the QR code below to download and install the app; or search for the app name "AlgoLaser" in the mobile app store.)
  • Page 45 ③ Choose DiyKit MK2 ，Click “Beginner's course” ④ Follow AlgoLaser DiyKit MK2.App distribution process ⑤ Machine displays network available. Click “Beginner's course” to proceed.
  • Page 46 ⑥ After a successful connection, the app will redirect to the home page with relevant machine information.
  • Page 47 ⑦ Let’s import an image to try a full engraving. ⑧ Click the “Library” to access the app's Library page. Select the pattern that you want to engrave. ⑨ Enter the picture editing page, first-time users, directly skip and click “NEXT”...
  • Page 48 ⑫ Set the parameters for engraving on the “Configure” page. There are plenty of pre-set parameters available for the AlgoLaser. Simply locate the appropriate preset and click to select it. a. “Algo 22W” boxed in red. a) Indicates a 22W laser module.
  • Page 49 ⑮ Wait for the image conversion to finish. ⑯ Click the "Run" button to start engraving.

  • Page 50: Algoos User Manual

    3.9 AlgoOS User Manual The following will explain the use of the AlgoOS system, detailing its functions and usage process. 1. Screen Switch: The AlgoOS system will automatically power on and off with the machine, and the screen will function accordingly. 2.
  • Page 51 C. Online Help: Scan the code to access the official website, forums, and get assistance. 3. Engraving via screen: A. After powering on the AlgoOS system, click "Projects" on the home page to enter the "Engraving source" page. Then select the desired engraving file source, which can be either from the SD card, USB or Example.
  • Page 52 C. Select "Example" to enter the file page, you can choose the engraving file , 20W laser for engraving by default, click on the upper right corner of the settings button to change the laser model. D. Enter the engraving parameter page, you can select the parameters such as engraving size, quality, power, mode, speed, and times.
  • Page 53 E. Engraving preparation page: Focuse Verification: ensure that the laser focus focal length is correct, click "Next". And “Not prompt" is selected by default, can be turned on in "Settings--Engraving"; Engraving area: Use the screen button to move the laser position, and "Step" to adjust the moving distance, or via the click "Layout".
  • Page 54 F. Engraving Progress Page: On AlgoOS engraving progress page, you can view the engraving progress , time, parameters, and adjust the engraving speed and laser power in real time. During the engraving process, you can pause/resume by clicking the bottom right button, or end engraving by clicking the bottom left button.
  • Page 55 A. Motion Control Page：With AlgoOS, youcan control the machine motion directly, click "Motion" to enter the Motion Control Page. On the left, use buttons for left shift(X-), right shift(X+), up shift(Y+), down shift(Y-) and homing(XY). Click on the right side, select 0.1, 1, 10, or 100 to set the distance the machine moves once.
  • Page 56 B. AlgoOS supports the control of external devices, you can adjust the strength of air pump precisely by using the "-" and "+" buttons. For broader adjustments, slide the right-side slider. In the upper right corner,gray button for air pump details, blue button for upgrade. C.
  • Page 57 5、Settings Module The AlgoOS settings module contains machine settings and system settings. A. Virtual USB DIsk: The machine is equipped with a built-in SD card. Temporarily disable the USB-A port and use a virtual USB disk. Connecting to the computer with Type-C cable to operate files from the SD card on the computer.
  • Page 59 C. Interrupt Recovery: The AlgoOS system provides the function of recovery engraving when the machine is interrupted. The motor will remain locked once the interrupt function is turned on.The interrupted file information is recorded, click "Confirm" to resume engraving or click "Cancel" to cancel.
  • Page 60 D. System Menu: The AlgoOS system settings can be changed in the system menu. The system menu includes Working Mode, Screen, Sound, Clean SD Card, Formatting SD Card, and Reset Machine. E. Working Mode: There are three working modes in the AlgoOS system that is XYZ Plane Mode, ARR Roller Mode and ARC Chunck Mode.
  • Page 61 F. Screen: Click "1Min", "5Min", "30Min", "Never" to set the rest time, or click "-", "+" button to set the rest time precisely. The screen will sleeping according to the set time after no operation. G: Sound: When working with the AlgoOS system, tapping on the screen will follow a sound effect. You can switch the click sound effect on or off by clicking the switch.
  • Page 62 I. Formatting SD Card: Click "Formatting" to format the SD card, the SD card will be emptied and the built-in AlgoOS files will be deleted. After formatting, you can download the related files from the algolaser.com website. J. Reset: Click "Reset Machine" to reset the AlgoOS system and all settings will be reset to default.
  • Page 63 L. Machine Setting: The module contains Sensor and Motion Mode. M. Sensitivity Setting: Set AlgoOS to detect vibration offset sensitivity. Slide the bottom slider to set the sensitivity value, the smaller the value, the higher the sensitivity. Click the upper right button to restore the default value.
  • Page 65 N. Motion Mode: Motion modes include High Precision, Balance, High Efficiency. Select "High Precision": Slow acceleration to significantly reduce shaking and vibration during engraving, but with a longer engraving time. Select "Balance": Moderate acceleration to slightly reduce shaking and vibration during engraving, with a slightly longer engraving time.
  • Page 66 P. About: On the About page, you can check the firmware version of the AlgoOS, machine model, hardware version, and WIFI Address. Q. Help Page: Scan the QR code to access the official website, view FAQs or join the discussion.
  • Page 67 No response from the machine when being powered on. No power supply: Please check the socket and switch as well as the machine power socket to ensure that they have been correctly plugged with normal power supply. It cannot be connected to computer. USB cable not connected: Please check the USB data cable interface on the machine and computer to ensure it's correctly plugged in.The USB interface on the front panel of some desktop computers is invalid, it's better to connect to the interface on the back.
  • Page 68 Certificate...
  • Page 72 Follow us! #AlgoLaser AlgoLaser Official AlgoLaser_Official Algolaserofficial algo.laser AlgoLaser Official User Group AlgoLaser Official www.algolaser.com/support/...
  • Page 73 REV. 图号 数量 材料 封面 200g铜版纸 核准 DK-MK2-F-01 Drawing NO. Material. QTY. APR. 内页 80g铜版纸 页次 审核 品名 装订方式 DIYKIT MK2 说明书 骑马钉 Page. CHK. P/N. 日期 绘图 曾玲玲 物料编码： 机型 Algo DIY KIT MK2 2024.07.01 Date. DRAWN. Part Model.
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