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Summary of Contents for LaserPro Spirit GX
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- Page 3 , stellar quality under high speed, SmartFILE file management, and the new D u r a G u i d e , E n c l o s e d Linear Low Maintenance Motion System, the Spirit GX is clearly on the cutting edge of all laser systems.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
5.1.1 Adjusting the LCD Display Screen’s Contrast Setting......35 5.1.2 Graphic Control Panel Overview ..............35 5.1.3 Graphic Control Panel Navigation Chart ..........38 5.2 The LaserPro Spirit GX Print Driver ................67 5.2.1 Page Setup and Orientation ..............67 5.2.2 Color Management ..................69 5.2.3 Using the LaserPro Spirit GX Print Driver.......... - Page 6 Chapter 9 ............................120 Basic Troubleshooting ........................120 Chapter 10 ............................122 Appendix ............................122 10.1 Glossary ........................... 123 10.2 LaserPro Spirit GX Specification Sheet ..............124 Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com...
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Page 7: Chapter 1
Chapter 1 Safety Principles of a CO Laser Safety Ratings The Safety Interlock System Safety Labels Safety Measures Operating Environment Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com... -
Page 8: Principles Of A Co2 Laser
One of the key safety features found on the LaserPro Spirit GX is a Class 3R 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 9: Product Label
In compliance with CDRH standards, the required warning labels are affixed at the time of manufacture to the LaserPro Spirit GX, attached on appropriate locations. These labels are not to be modified in any way or removed for any reason. Please familiarize yourself with the specific labels and their locations on the machine. - Page 10 Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com...
- Page 11 CDRH Label This label indicates the class level of CDRH. Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com...
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Page 12: Warning Label
Warning Label is written with all the necessary information to be aware of in every operation. Laser Path Warning Label LaserPro machines are very safe under normal functioning conditions. However, in case of any accident, Laser Path Warning Label will be affixed on the possible laser path. When operators are nearby these paths, they should be careful of the possible injury while the machine is operating. - Page 13 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. Laser Radiation Label Sticker Caution: In this area pay attention to the possible dangers of the laser beam.
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Page 14: Safety Measures
Severe eye damage may occur if proper safety goggles are not worn. NOTE Each LaserPro laser machine is shipped with a single pair of safety goggles. If additional safety goggles are required, please contact GCC directly or an authorized GCC distributor. -
Page 15: Operating Environment
• Avoid small, enclosed areas with poor ventilation. • Avoid areas with high levels of noise and electrical noise. • Select a location that is large enough to accommodate the LaserPro Spirit GX, an exhaust system, a computer and a work or storage table. - Page 16 Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com...
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Page 17: Chapter 2
Chapter 2 Unpacking& Contents Unloading and Unpacking Contents and Accessories Checklist Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com... -
Page 18: Unloading And Unpacking
2.1 Unloading and Unpacking The LaserPro Spirit GX is shipped in one crate that contains the machine, the software, and all of the necessary accessories. The following section shows detailed step-by-step instructions for unpacking and assembly of the machine. WARNING More than one person may be needed when loading and unloading the shipping crate in order to avoid body injury or damage to the machine. - Page 19 4) Unfasten and remove the two safety harnesses via the safety belt buckles on the front side. Safety Harnesses 5) Remove the screws holding the spacers (left and right sides of the machine) and the step board (front and rear of the machine). Remove the two spacers and the step board. Spacer Step Board Distributed &...
- Page 20 6) After removing the left and right sideboards, place one against the left or right side of the shipping crate. Place the step board against the inclined sideboard to form a ramp. Side Board Step Board 7) Gently push the machine off the shipping crate and relocate it to an appropriate work area. Distributed &...
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Page 21: Contents And Accessories Checklist
USB Port Cable Focusing Tool #900 Goggles Hose Connector Installation CD (LaserPro Spirit GX user manual, driver, and firmware) Pencil Sample PS2 Lubrication Grease Promise Card Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com... -
Page 22: Chapter 3
Chapter 3 Mechanical Overview Front View Top View Right ( Profile ) View Left ( Profile ) View Rear View Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com... - Page 23 Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com...
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Page 24: Front View
Please take some time to familiarize yourself with this section regarding the mechanical overview of the LaserPro Spirit GX. References will be made back to the different parts of the LaserPro Spirit GX in later sections. 3.1 Front View SmartEXT... -
Page 25: Right (Profile) View
3.3 Right (Profile) View USB Port Power ON/OFF Switch Printer Port Power Cable Inlet 3.4 Left (Profile) View Access Panel Mirror # 1 Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com... -
Page 26: Rear View
3.5 Rear View SmartLID Handles Ventilation Openings SmartEXT Pass-Through Laser Access Panel Door (Rear) Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com... -
Page 27: Chapter 4
- Power Cable Connection - Connecting the Computer Graphics Software Setup Recommended Computer Configuration Installation of the LaserPro USB Driver Installation of the LaserPro Print Driver Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com... -
Page 28: Machine Setup
LCD adjustment wheel is in this location under lid. 4.1.2 Power Cable Connection If the LaserPro Spirit GX you purchased is a 100W laser power, please have a professional technician install the power cable wiring as shown below. - Page 29 Step 2 Unscrew the laser cabinet panel at the rear side of Spirit GX. Unscrew the laser cabinet Step 3 Unscrew the black fixing connector on the right-hand side of Spirit GX. Black fixing connector Loosen the fixing connector in the opening...
- Page 30 Assembly C O-ring, B Step 5 Install the Assembly C in step 4 to Spirit GX through an opening and use O-ring B to fix it. Install the assembly C (located outside of laser machine) and O- ring B (located inside of laser...
- Page 31 Step 6 Loosen the screws on the terminal connector, affix the O-shaped power cord and re-install the screws to fasten the O-shaped power cord. Install O-shaped power cord in order of L (white),G (green), and N (black) from left to right Use a screwdriver to fix the wiring Step 7 Close the laser cabinet panel to finish the power cord installation.
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Page 32: Connecting The Computer
Supported Graphic Software • Photoshop, CorelDraw, Illustrator, AutoCAD Other software such as Engrave Lab and PhotoGrav may work with the LaserPro Spirit GX, but LaserPro does not guarantee 100% compatibility and will not provide technical support for them. NOTE Technical support will not be offered, if you experience output problems with non- supported graphics software. -
Page 33: Installation Of The Laserpro Print Driver
When working with the LaserPro Spirit GX Print Driver within your graphics software, you will need to have the Spirit GX set as the default printer to get proper output. If you select to not have the Spirit GX be the default printer, please remember to manually change this... -
Page 34: Chapter 5
- Page Setup and Orientation - Color Management - Using the LaserPro Spirit GX Print Driver - LaserPro Spirit GX Print Driver >> Options Page - LaserPro Spirit GX Print Driver >> Pen Page - Spirit GX Print Driver >> Advanced Page - Spirit GX Print Driver >>... -
Page 35: Using The Hardware
Once you have installed the LaserPro USB Driver (for use with USB connection), LaserPro Print Driver, and have connected the LaserPro Spirit GX to your computer, you will need to familiarize yourself with the LaserPro Spirit GX’s control panel and LaserPro Print Driver. The print driver will be where specific laser parameters for your jobs are configured, while the control panel will allow you to set repeat times, manipulate file order, perform auto / manual focusing, and more. -
Page 36: Led Indicator Lights
LED Indicator Lights Three indicator lights on the LaserPro Spirit GX’s control panel are part of the system’s safety interlock system. Door - • The door light will illuminate when either the top lid or external pass through doors on the LaserPro Spirit GX are open or improperly closed. - Page 37 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 task will be displayed right above its respective button on the LCD display screen. Please note that in certain menus, not every function button will always be mapped to a corresponding action.
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Page 38: Graphic Control Panel Navigation Chart
5.1.3 Graphic Control Panel Navigation Chart Carriage / Work Table Main Work Page Adjustment Page Functions Page File Management Advanced Options Machine Information Machine Settings Page Page Page Page Machine Settings Save Position Link / DLink Page Page Page File Information Tune Auto Focus SmartMEMORY Page... - Page 39 Main Work Page The main work page is the page that the LaserPro Spirit GX 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.
- Page 40 Carriage / Work Table Adjustment Page Navigating to this page: Main Work Page Press, F3 or 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). In addition, you can manually adjust the Y-axis and X-axis of the laser carriage.
- Page 41 SmartCENTER Page Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F3 SmartCENTER Page Under SmartCENTER mode the job will begin after the system positions the carriage to the center position between two or four points indicated by the user. The SmartCENTER mode has to be enabled through the driver.
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Page 42: Functions Page
Functions Page • File Management Page – this page allows you to manage the files that you have loaded onto the LaserPro Spirit GX. • Machine Setting Page – this page allows you to access and modify various machine settings,... -
Page 43: File Management Page
The File Management Page allows you to manage the files that you have loaded onto the LaserPro Spirit GX. 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 44 Link / DLink Page Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F4 Functions Page Select<File Manage- ment>from the menu File Management Page press F2 Link / DLink Page The Link / DLink Page allows you to set, arrange, and remove loaded jobs to and from a job queue for processing.
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Page 45: File Information Page
File Information Page Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F4 Functions Page Select<File Manage- ment>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 46 File Management Edit Page Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F4 Functions Page Select<File Manage- ment>from the menu File Management Page Select a job fi l e and press Enter File Information Page press F4 File Information Page The File Management Edit Page allows you the choice to modify your raster or vector settings for the selected job, as well as setting the number of times to repeat the process of the selected job (Repeat Num).
- Page 47 SmartACT for the selected job. These settings correspond to the same settings found on the LaserPro Spirit GX 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 Spirit GX.
- Page 48 PPI, and power ramp settings for the selected job. These settings correspond to the same settings found on the LaserPro Spirit GX 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 Spirit GX.
- Page 49 Machine Setting Page Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F4 Functions Page Select<File Manage- ment>from the menu Machine Setting Page The Machine Setting Page allows you to access and modify various 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, and Reset.
- Page 50 Remember to save your settings after you have made the proper changes. Now by pressing the Auto Focus button, the LaserPro Spirit GX will conduct auto focus accordingly using the new lens. The LaserPro Spirit GX’s default setting is <2.0">...
- Page 51 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) when the Auto Focus button is pushed.
- Page 52 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 Spirit GX will not display this warning prompt at system startup.
- Page 53 Set Red Beam Page Navigating to this 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 Red 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 area the engraving laser will fire upon.
- Page 54 Carriage Lock Page Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F4 Functions Page Select<Machine Setting>from the menu Machine Setting Page Select<Carriage Lock>from the menu Carriage Lock Page The Carriage Lock Page allows you to set whether the laser carriage is to be 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 55 Command Mode Page Navigating to this 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 Command Mode Page allows you to configure vector settings when outputting in Default or HPGL mode.
- Page 56 Mode>from the menu Set File Save Mode Page The Set File Save Mode Page allows you to set whether or not the LaserPro Spirit GX automatically deletes each job file after processing. Setting File Save to <NO> will automatically and immediately delete each job file from the LaserPro Spirit GX after the engraving or cutting process.
- Page 57 Set Auto-Standby Mode Page Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F4 Functions Page Select<Machine Setting>from the menu Machine Setting Page Select<Set Fine Mode>from the menu Set Standby Mode Page The Set Auto-Standby Mode Page allows you to turn ON or turn OFF the auto-standby timer. The machine will set itself to standby mode after being idle for 20 minutes when the Auto-Standby mode is turned ON.
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Page 58: Others Page
Others Page Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F4 Functions Page Select<Machine Setting>from the menu Machine Setting Page Select<Others>from the menu Others Page The Others Page allows you to change various settings that correspond to the control panel. The Language setting will allow users to change available languages displayed on the control panel. -
Page 59: Reset Page
Reset Page The Reset Page allows you to reset all changes made to the LaserPro Spirit GX’s Machine Settings Page to their default settings. This does not affect the settings saved to an image file on the computer. The User Reset setting will set all settings back to default. After any firmware updates, you must use the System Reset setting (your previous settings are saved). -
Page 60: Advanced Options Page
Advanced Options Page Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F4 Functions Page Select<Advanced Options>from the menu Advanced Options Page The Advanced Options Page allows you to use various advanced options such as: Save Position, SmartMEMORY, SmartGUARD, Vector Settings and Standby Mode. Advanced Options Page Relevant Buttons Function... - Page 61 Save Position Function Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F4 Functions Page Select<Advanced Options>from the menu Advanced Options 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 62 The SmartMEMORY Page allows you to read and write data with the optional SmartMEMORY module installed. Selecting <Save to SmartMEMORY> will copy all current jobs on the LaserPro Spirit GX to the SmartMEMORY module. Selecting <Load SmartMEMORY> will copy all job files from the SmartMEMORY module to the LaserPro Spirit GX.
- Page 63 SmartGUARD Page Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F4 Functions Page Select<Advanced Options>from the menu Advanced Options Page Select<SmartGUARD >from the menu SmartGUARD Page After hardware installation, please enter the function menu on the control panel to enable the SmartGUARD fire alarm.
- Page 64 The Speedy Vector Option offers the highest output speed with average quality, whereas Quality Vector Option offers the highest quality at a slower output speed. Keep in mind that speed and quality are usually at a tradeoff. The Spirit GX system’s default setting is set to <Fine Vector>.
- Page 65 Standby Page Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F4 Functions Page Select<Advanced Options>from the menu Advanced Options Page Select<Standby >from the menu Standby Page The Set Standby Page allows you to turn on or off the standby mode. Enabling this function will cause the machine to go into standby mode immediately.
- Page 66 Machine Information Page Navigating to this page: Main Work Page press F4 Functions Page Select<Machine I n f o r m a t i o n > f r o m t h e 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.
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Page 67: The Laserpro Spirit Gx Print Driver
From the navigation bar Name, click SpiritGX 5.2.1 Page Setup and Orientation The first thing you must do before working with the LaserPro Spirit GX 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 match the LaserPro Spirit GX’s work table’s dimensions and... - Page 68 LaserPro Spirit GX’s work table. (You MUST have the Spirit GX set as the default printer prior to doing this.) Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com...
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Page 69: Color Management
5.2.2 Color Management The LaserPro driver uses pen color settings to control laser engraver’s engraving and cutting parameters. In addition to having your Page Setup and Orientation properly set in your graphics software, you will also need to make sure Color Management is DISABLED prior to working with the LaserPro Spirit GX Print Driver. -
Page 70: Using The Laserpro Spirit Gx 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 Spirit GX Print Driver. The LaserPro Spirit GX print driver allows you to adjust your engraving / cutting options. - Page 71 The following sections describe the specific functions for each of the settings found in the LaserPro Spirit GX Print Driver. If you are new to laser engraving, it is recommended that you first familiarize yourself with the general principles of the laser process in Section 6, especially the Vector Cutting and Raster Engraving concepts.
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Page 72: Black & White
Manual Color Fill: Select this mode when you would like to designate specific power and speed settings and link them to certain colors of your image. The LaserPro Spirit GX print driver allows a maximum of 16 pen parameters to be set. - Page 73 Lower DPI settings result in coarser and shallower engravings, but require less time to complete. The LaserPro Spirit GX offers 8 DPI options: 125, 250, 300, 380, 500, 600, 760, and 1000, experiment with different settings to get your desired effect.
- Page 74 Print from your graphic software program. If Print Immediately is not checked, then selecting Print will transfer the job file to the LaserPro Spirit GX system and will need to be initialized from the LaserPro Spirit GX control panel.
- Page 75 .2.3.2 Spirit GX Print Driver >> Pen Page The LaserPro Spirit GX incorporates the use of 16 different colors to represent 16 different laser power and speed settings when cutting and engraving. These colors are referred to as “Pens”.
- Page 76 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” to define your own color (shown in the picture below).
- Page 77 NOTE The Spirit GX print driver cannot store more than 16 pen colors or different laser parameter settings per file. Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com...
- Page 78 The speed slider controls the laser’s speed during operation (engraving speed) with settings ranging from 0.1 – 100%. The Spirit GX’s maximum laser processing speed is 80 inches per second, therefore a setting of 100% speed is equivalent to 60 inches per second and a 10% speed setting would be equivalent to 6 inches per second.
- Page 79 This checkbox sets the Auto Focus for that particular job. With the Auto Focus button checked, the Spirit GX will automatically initialize the auto focus procedure before starting the job. This will ensure the focal distance is properly set based on the particular material you are working with and the focal lens you have installed.
- Page 80 As an example, if the subsequent job is to vector cut a circle and you have the Position Mode set to Center, then the Spirit GX will vector cut a circle around the initial position of the laser head.
- Page 81 (front end to rear end of the work table) Normally, the LaserPro Spirit GX engraves from left to right, top to bottom. Selecting Bottom Up will force the machine to start from the bottom and work its way to the rear of the working table.
- Page 82 Use Cluster (Advanced Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: Unselected] This setting allows you to change how the Spirit GX interprets and processes individual / independent areas of an image in order to minimize job-processing times. The Cluster function is only applicable when multiple areas of an image are broken down and isolated from each other (areas not touching each other, blank space in-between).
- Page 83 Enhanced Vector Mode (Advanced Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: Unselected] This setting allows you to improve the cutting quality at the expense of speed. Your engraving speed will be dropped by 50%, to maximize the cutting power. We recommend that you enable this function when cutting thicker materials.
- Page 84 The paper size represents your total work area. Ensure that the paper size is never set greater than the Spirit GX’s work table area of 34" x 24" (860mm x 610mm) or 38" x 24" (960mm x 610mm) with the Extend option checked. The X value represents the length and the Y value represents the width.
- Page 85 Image Tuning (Paper Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: 0] In the event that you are processing extremely fine and detailed designs requiring near- microscopic edge-to-edge precision, you will need to adjust the image tuning setting. To adjust this setting, we recommend that you engrave a small black square design as a sample and use a magnifying glass to view the engraved results.
- Page 86 If you are processing a very large area requiring the maximum work table area, you will want to enable this mode. Enabling this mode will extend the Spirit GX’s maximum work area to 38" x 24" (960mm x 610mm), from the default 34" x 24" (860 mm x 610 mm). This function is enabled at the expense of some quality loss, usually on the left and right edges of your full-size engraving.
- Page 87 5.2.3.5 Spirit GX Print Driver >> Language Page This page allows you to specify the language displayed by the Spirit GX Print Driver. Current language options allow for: English, Spanish, French, Chinese (Simplified, Traditional), Japanese, and German. Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com...
- Page 88 5.2.3.6 Spirit GX 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 89 • Dithering: Interprets and outputs the raster engraving via the dithering method. This mode will allow you to select the Pattern Type and Dithering Matrix, and Enhanced Dithering. o Pattern Type: Dot, Bayer, Corner, 45 Degree [DEFAULT SETTING: Dot] Each pattern type uses a different shape and arrangement of dots to compose the shading effect of a raster image.
- Page 90 Enhance Dithering [DEFAULT SETTING: Unselected] Selecting this will produce a finer dithering output. • Error Diffusion (Raster Page): Interprets and outputs the raster engraving via the error diffusion method. This mode will allow you to select from three diffusion types: Floyd, Stucki, and Jarvis.
- Page 91 5.2.3.7 Spirit GX Print Driver >> Stamp Page Producing stamps require different operational steps than your standard engraving or cutting jobs. The Stamp page offers dynamic options allowing you to customize your stamp production process. NOTE The Stamp page will only appear and be accessible when you have selected the Stamp Mode from the Options Page.
- Page 92 NOTE The visual representations of the Pitch and Shoulder Levels in the Spirit GX driver are an exaggerated representation to allow for easy visual guidance and precise input. Remember we are working with distances less than 1 mm here.
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Page 93: Chapter 6
Chapter 6 Engraving and Cutting Techniques Raster Engraving Vector Cutting Vector and Raster 3D Tips Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com... -
Page 94: Raster Engraving
The Spirit GX Print Driver determines which sections should be raster engraved or 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 color to white and set its outline thickness between 0.001"... -
Page 95: Vector And Raster
In these situations when there are raster engraving and vector cutting operations on a single project, the LaserPro Spirit GX 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 96: Tips
6.4 3D Tips When doing D sample LaserPro Spirit acrylic wood ideal materials for the purpose. For acrylic the suggested PWR is 100%, SPD around 30% (depends on how deep you want to cut). The perfect image for D is like those shown below. -
Page 97: Chapter 7
Chapter 7 Optional Items Air Extraction System Option Air Compressor Option SmartBOX Option SmartMEMORY Module Option Rotary Attachment Option SmartGUARD Fire Alarm Option Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com... -
Page 98: Air Extraction System Option
Connect rigid and smooth walled tubing such as PVC or sheet metal with a 4” diameter to the ventilation opening located on the rear side of the Spirit GX. (As shown in the picture below). Try to keep this tubing as straight as possible as bends reduce the exhaust efficiency. Use the appropriate sized tube clamps and sealants to ensure a tight and secure attachment. -
Page 99: Air Compressor Optional Item
7.2 Air Compressor Optional Item Specifically designed for laser engravers, the air compressor utilizes an oil-free diaphragm. The air compressor helps to eliminate harmful and potentially damaging moisture from the laser optics, maximizing life of the laser optics. In addition, the air compressor provides an optimal air flow to the SmartAIR nozzles to minimize flaming, suppress working temperatures, and blow away dust and particle by products generated from the laser process. - Page 100 It is important that the 1/4" air tubing has clean, straight cuts on each end. Jagged or slanted cuts will not produce adequate sealing capabilities. Open the bottom doors found on the front side of the Spirit GX to locate both the Air-Assist Valve and Internal Power Sockets. As indicated below:...
- Page 101 Plug the air compressor’s power cord A into the AC internal power socket. Plug the female end of power cord B to the AC internal power socket and the male end to an external power outlet. Power Cord B Socket Power Cord A Socket 7) Take the unattached end of the 1/4"...
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Page 102: Smartbox Option
LaserPro Spirit GX print driver and hardware control panel. Please refer to the LaserPro Spirit GX print driver and graphic control panel sections of this manual for details on how to enable and configure air-assist functionalities. - Page 103 Insert the cutting box and attached honeycomb table through the open front pass-through door onto the work table, with the air extraction opening facing towards the back end of the Spirit GX. Ensure the rear and left side of the cutting box is aligned to the edges of the left and right rulers on the work table.
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Page 104: Smartmemory Module Option
It enables users to save and load working files to and from the Spirit GX. In addition, the SmartMEMORY module is portable and can be used to transfer task settings from one machine to another. - Page 105 Navigate to the Write to Memory function. From the Spirit GX Control Panel, press F4 (Function) ( SmartMEMORY ( Save to SmartMEMORY. MACHINE SETTING 2) By selecting the Write Flash Memory function, the tasks stored on the Spirit GX will be transferred over to the SmartMEMORY module. LOAD files from the SmartMEMORY module: Navigate to the Load from Memory function.
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Page 106: Rotary Attachment Option
3) With the rotary attachment properly positioned, tighten the mounting screws to secure the rotary attachment. 4) Open the front panel of the Spirit GX and connect the rotary attachment cable to the rotary attachment port located inside the Spirit GX's front panel (shown in the picture below). - Page 107 Rotary Attachment Port Close the front panel. 6) The rotary attachment is now properly installed. Power on the Spirit GX and the rotary attachment will be automatically detected and the engraving table will automatically move to its lowest position. OPERATION: 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.
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Page 108: Smartguard Fire Alarm Option
X / Y location on the object you will be engraving and position the auto focus pin over the area to be engraved on your work piece. Hit the Auto Focus button and the Spirit GX will now properly focus at the location to be engraved. - Page 109 Y motor PCB Protective Cover Remove the protective cover Fix the SmartGUARD on the reserved place. Front View Top View Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com...
- Page 110 Connect the wire from the SmartGUARD sensor board to the Y motor PCB. T h e S m a r t G U A R D 3- p i n signal jumper is positioned under the blue connector of the Y motor PCB Gently cover the SmartLID.
- Page 111 Sensitivity: Press directional key (left or right) to set the sensitivity of SmartGUARD. There are five sensitivity settings (1,3,5,7,9 seconds) that can be selected. Sensitivity is defined by the delay time from when a fire is de- tected until the fire alarm alerts user of fire and automatically shuts down the system. For example, if the sensor delays switch is set to the second position, the SmartGUARD will start an alarm and automatically shutdown the laser system after detecting a fire for 3 seconds.
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Page 112: Chapter 8
Chapter 8 Basic Maintenance Suggested Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies Maintaining the Work table and Motion System - Accessing the Work table and Motion System Cleaning the Work table and Motion System Lubrication of the Y Rails Cleaning the Optics System - Removing the Mirrors - Cleaning the Mirrors - Removing and Cleaning the Focal Lens... -
Page 113: Suggested Cleaning And Maintenance Supplies
Electrical shock may occur if you do not turn off and unplug the Spirit GX before cleaning. • Damage may occur to the system if you do not turn off and unplug the Spirit GX before cleaning. • Always turn off and unplug the Spirit GX before cleaning! 8.1 Suggested Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies... - Page 114 Opening the SmartLID: The top lid of the machine can be lifted open by using the handles from the rear side of the LaserPro Spirit GX. Lift the lid to the maximum (indicated by a small click) to engage the latch (as shown in the picture below).
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Page 115: Cleaning The Work Table And Motion System
Apply a soap solution, all-purpose cleaner, or alcohol to a paper or cotton towel to wipe down the rails of the motion system. Wait for all cleaning residue to dry completely before plugging in and operating the Spirit GX. CAUTION •... -
Page 116: Cleaning The Optics System
• Refer to section 8. 3 .2 on how to clean the mirrors. The following section will illustrate the location of the four mirrors found on the LaserPro Spirit GX for cleaning. Mirror 1 This mirror is located inside the bottom left access panel of the LaserPro Spirit GX. - Page 117 Mirror 2, 3, 4 These mirrors are located in the work table area of the LaserPro Spirit GX. Mirror2 Mirror1 Mirror4 Mirror 2 Unscrew and remove the black dust cover covering mirror 2. Unscrew the thumbscrew holding mirror 2 in place.
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Page 118: Cleaning The Mirrors
Top Thumbscrew 3) Clean the lens in the proper manner. 4) Place the mirror back to the optics holder after cleaning. 5) Tighten the top thumbscrew. 6) Reinstall the laser carriage panel and tighten the three thumbscrews. 8.3.2 Cleaning the Mirrors After you have removed each mirror, you will want to inspect each mirror for scratches, smoke residue, or debris. -
Page 119: Removing And Cleaning The Focal Lens
CAUTION If the center of the mirror is scratched, contact your LaserPro Spirit GX dealer for a replacement. 8.3.3 Removing and Cleaning the Focal Lens Unscrew the three thumbscrews securing the laser carriage panel and remove the laser carriage panel to reveal the focal lens. -
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Chapter 9 Basic Troubleshooting Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com... -
Page 121: Quality Problems
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 122: Chapter 10
Chapter 10 Appendix Glossary LaserPro Spirit GX Specification Sheet Distributed & Supported by: Jorlink USA, Inc. | Tel: (336) 288-1613 | support@jorlink.com | www.JORLINK.com... -
Page 123: Glossary
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 is defined by the amount of dots/pixels included in an inch. -
Page 124: Laserpro Spirit Gx Specification Sheet
10.2 LaserPro Spirit GX Specification Sheet Spirit GX Work Area 34 x 24 in. (860 x 610 mm) Extendable to 38 x 24 in. (965 x 610 mm) Maximum Part Size All doors closed 40 x 24 x 7 in.(1016 x 610 x 177 mm)
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