Makeblock Laserbox Manual

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This area represents a special danger for the user or the person responsible for maintenance if the operating instructions are not observed.


In these areas, pay particular attention to the possible dangers of laser light.

List of Items

Meet Your Laserbox

Laserbox

1. Button
2. Annular Indicator
3. Power Button
4. Power Interface
5. USB Interface
6. Ethernet Cable Interface
7. Smoke Outlet
8. Aviation Interface

Smart Smoke Purifier

1. HEPA Composite Filter
2. Indicator
3. Aviation Interface
4. Smoke Inlet
5. Smoke Outlet

Quick Operation Guide

Tips: You can also visit the website below to get the video tutorials.
https://www.makeblock.com/maker-tools/laserbox-video

Connect the smart smoke purifier

1. Connect the purifier with the 2m-exhaust pipe and lay the pipe to the window.
2. Connect the Laserbox and purifier with the 1.5m-exhaust pipe.
3. Connect the Laserbox and purifier with the aviation connector.
4. Connect the power supply.

Start the Laserbox
After pressing the power button, the laser head will automatically reset and calibrate. After the first startup, the annular indicator will turn solid white. The startup process takes a while, and please be patient.

Connect with the USB cable

1. Connect a computer to the Laserbox with the USB cable.
   

2. Open the so ware, select "Connect to a new Laserbox" and click "Next".
   

Connect with an Ethernet cable (not included in the package)

1. Connect your computer to the Laserbox with an Ethernet cable.
   

2. Open the so ware, select "Connect to a new Laserbox" and click "Next".
   

Wi-Fi wireless connection

1. Connect a computer to the Laserbox with the USB cable.
   

2. Open the so ware, select "Connect to a new Laserbox" and click "Next".
   

Start cutting / engraving

1. Place the official materials in the Laserbox working area.
   Note: Cutting/Engraving Material Requirements can be found in the appendix.
   
2. Open the Laserbox so ware and select the sample image. You can also import or draw images yourself.
   
3. Click the "Start" button. The Laserbox can automatically identify official materials and set cutting/engraving parameters.
   
4. Click "Send" to send the image to the Laserbox. After the transmission is completed, the Laserbox would be ready, and the annular indicator would turn flashing blue.
   
5. Press the button on the Laserbox to start cutting/engraving.
   

More Operations

Pause the task
Method 1: Click "Pause" in the so ware interface to pause the task.

Method 2: Press the button on the Laserbox to pause the task. Press again to continue with the task.

Method 3: Open the lid to pause the task. Close the lid and press the button on the Laserbox to continue with the task.

Cancel the task

1. Open the lid.
   
2. Press and hold the button for 5 seconds. After the task is cancelled successfully, you will hear a beep sound and the annular indicator turns from red to blue.
   Note: After starting cutting/engraving, you can also cancel the task by clicking "Pause -> Cancel" in the Laserbox so ware interface.
   

Clean chippings
Residues and chippings accumulated during operation of the Laserbox should be cleaned regularly, otherwise it may cause a fire. Pull out the tray as shown to clean up residues and chippings.

More Features

Bring sketch to life
Draw on copy paper or official materials with a black/red oil-based pen. For images drawn with a black oil-based pen, the Laserbox will cut along the contour and the black area will be engraved. Images drawn with a red oil-based pen will be cut directly along the handwriting.

1. Draw an image, preferably with a Deli S550 oil-based marker.
   
2. Place the material and close the lid.
   
3. Press the button on the Laserbox to start the task.
   

Note: For optimal cutting / engraving effect, it is recommended to use the Deli S550 oil-based marker, draw the image as far as possible from the ring code and the edge of the material, and place the material in the center of the honeycomb panel. Only with copy paper and official materials, you can bring sketch to life. Damages caused by the use of other materials are not covered by Makeblock's warranty service.

Image extraction
The Laserbox has a built-in camera that extracts the surface image for further creation.

1. Place the object for image extraction.
   

2. Start the Laserbox and select "Marquee" to put the image you want to extract in a selection box.
   
3. Successful image extraction.
   

Cutting/Engraving Material Requirements

Maximum dimensions for cutting: 500 (length) * 300 (width) * 22 (thickness) mm

Materials for cutting/engraving:

Unauthorized materials:

and all materials not included in the list of processable materials.

Note: The use of poor quality materials may result in poor cutting/engraving. It is recommended to use Makeblock official materials. The use of the materials not recommended above may damage the device, and the resulting damages are not covered by Makeblock's warranty service.

Annular Indicator Status Description

	Indicator status	Description
	Flashing white	The system gets started.
	Solid white	Waiting to connect.
	Flashing blue	It is ready and the image has been sent successfully.
	Solid blue	It is in the standby mode and the Laserbox has been connected to the computer.
	Six indicators light up gradually	It is in the working status, and the number of indicators that are ON indicates the current progress.
	Solid green	Completion.
	Green breathing indicator	Sleep mode. It goes into the sleep mode from the standby mode after 10 minutes idle.
	Solid red	Abnormal.
	Solid purple	The Laserbox firmware is being upgraded.

Safety First (Important)

General safety
Read and get familiar with all safety protocols and procedures before operating the Laserbox. Users shall strictly follow all safety precautions and ensure that the Laserbox is properly assembled and in working order.

Please observe the following operating principles:

• Be sure to check the Laserbox for damage every time before use. Do not operate any damaged or defective Laserbox in any way.
• Please keep the workspace clean and flat. Note that the laser tube is made of glass and is very fragile. If it is broken, the Laserbox will fail to work.
• Without authorization, please do not disassemble or change the Laserbox structure in any other way; and please do not modify or decompile the operating system of the Laserbox.
• Please keep the inside of the Laserbox clean. Residues and chippings accumulated during cutting and engraving are dangerous and may cause fire. Clean the chippings and residues in the honeycomb panel and tray regularly.
• The working temperature of laser is between 5°C and 25°C. It is strictly prohibited to operate below 0°C.

Laser safety

Under normal circumstances, the CO2 laser tube is completely enclosed in a casing during operation. The Laserbox has a safety interlock switch. If the lid is lifted during operation, the Laserbox will stop working to prevent harming people. No special precautions are required to ensure laser safety.

Please observe the following safety guidelines:

• Never operate the Laserbox with any parts removed, such as tray. Please note that the absence of any part of the Laserbox may expose the laser system and increase the risk of equipment damage. Remember that the CO2 laser beam is invisible.
• Do not engrave or cut any material that contains PVC or vinyl (processed plastics are not recommended). These materials (and other materials containing chlorine/chloride) can generate corrosive vapor that is extremely harmful to the human body and can cause damage to the Laserbox.
• Any damage caused by engraving or cutting any material containing PVC or vinyl is not covered by Makeblock's warranty.
• Do not engrave or cut any unknown material. Vaporization/melting of many materials, include, but not limited to, PVC and polycarbonate, will release harmful smoke.
• Laser operation is prohibited when the lid/tray is lifted. Make sure that the Laserbox is closed by the lid/tray during operation and do not tamper with the safety mechanism of the lid. Open the tray ONLY when it needs maintenance or cleaning. After maintenance and cleaning, please install the tray as required immediately. If you start the laser without the tray installed as required, and perform improper operation through the gap of the tray, it may cause injury to your body.
• Do not operate the Laserbox before properly connecting smoke purifier. Most materials produce irritating smoke when being processed.
• These include, but are not limited to, paints, varnishes, composite boards, and plastics that can produce hazardous compounds during processing.

The reference standard for laser safety is American National Standard for Safe Use of Lasers (Z136.1-2000), which is provided by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). This reference is the basis for federal regulations and laser system manufacturers, as well as the laser safety guidelines of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). It contains details on the proper installation and use of laser systems.

Please carefully read and strictly observe the following warnings and suggestions:

• When the Laserbox is connected to the power supply, do not open any access panel on the Laserbox to avoid harm from accidental contact with the power supply.
• When the Laserbox is connected to the power supply, do not touch the electronic-related area with your hands or other tools.
• Power button of the Laserbox is at the rear of it. Pressing (-) to power it on and pressing "off" to power it off.

Warnings and instruction signs

All warning and information signs attached to your laserbox are located in places that may be a source of danger before and/or during operation.
Damaged or lost warning and information signs must be replaced immediately. The missing warning and information signs can be replicated using the templates on the following page.