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  • Page 2 Dear Sir or Madam, Thank you for choosing GCC and the LaserPro Spirit GE. You can be assured that this machine meets all of the highest safety standards while using technological innovations shared by no other laser engraver. The Spirit GE is backed by GCC, a truly international company that is dedicated to helping your business grow.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5.2.2 Color Management.................- 58 - 5.2.3 Using the LaserPro Spirit GE Print Driver........- 58 - 5.2.3.1 LaserPro Spirit GE Print Driver >> Option Page ......- 60 - 5.2.3.2 Spirit GE Print Driver >> Pen Page ..........- 64 - 5.2.3.3 Spirit GE Print Driver >> Advance Page ........- 68 - 5.2.3.4 Spirit GE Print Driver >>...
  • Page 4 8.3.4 Cleaning Purged Air Module .............- 104 - Chapter IX - Basic Troubleshooting ................- 106 - Chapter X - Appendix....................- 107 - 10.1 Glossary....................- 107 - 10.2 LaserPro Spirit GE Specification Sheet ..........- 108 - - 3 - Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 5: Chapter I - Safety

    One of the key safety features found on the LaserPro Spirit GE is a Class IIIR 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 6 In compliance with CDRH standards, the required warning labels are affixed at the time of manufacture to the LaserPro Spirit GE in the 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 7 Maintenance Warning Label This label can be found on the laser tube cable, to remind you that the laser tube component is of critical parts, should be served by trained personnel only. - 6 - Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 8: Safety Measures

    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. If you wish to purchase one on your own, please make sure the safety...

  • Page 9: Operating Environment

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

  • Page 10: Chapter Ii - Unpacking & Contents

    Chapter II - Unpacking & Contents 2.1 Unloading and Unpacking The LaserPro Spirit GE 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 11 4) Unfasten and remove the two safety harnesses via the safety belt buckles on the front side. Safety Harnesses - 10 - Spirit GE User Manual...
  • Page 12 5) 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 Step Board - 11 - Spirit GE User Manual...
  • Page 13 Place the step board against the inclined sideboard to form a complete ramp. Side Board Step Board 7) Carefully roll the machine off the shipping crate and position it into your work area. - 12 - Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 14: Contents And Accessories Checklist

    Compressor Power Cord Printer Port Cable USB Port Cable Focusing Tool #900 Goggles Hose Connector Installation CD (LaserPro Spirit user manual, driver, and firmware) Pencil Sample PS2 Lubrication Grease Promise Card - 13 - Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 15: 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 Spirit GE. References will be made back to the different parts of the LaserPro Spirit GE in later sections.

  • Page 16: Right (Profile) View

    3.3 Right (Profile) View USB Port Power ON/OFF Switch Printer Port Power Cable Inlet - 15 - Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 17: Left (Profile) View

    3.4 Left (Profile) View Access Panel Mirror #1 - 16 - Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 18: Rear View

    3.5 Rear View SmartLID™ Operation Handles SmartLID™ Operation Handles Ventilation Opening SmartEXT™ Pass-Through Door (Rear) Laser Access Panel - 17 - Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 19: Chapter Iv - Setup And Installation

    Step 1 Each Spirit GE 100W machine is equipped with the following power cord which is marked separately with G-Ground, N-Neutral, and L-Live. Notice that the two ends of the power cord has different type of connectors, O-shape and Y-shape.
  • Page 20 Step 3 Unscrew the black fixing connector in the right side of Spirit. Black Fixing Connector Fig. 4-3 Location of Black Fixing Connector Loose the fixing connector in A opening Fig. 4- 4 Loose the Black Fixing Connector - 19 - Spirit GE User Manual...
  • Page 21 (located outside of laser machine) and O ring B (located inside of laser machine) to the machine O ring B to fix the wiring Fig. 4- 6 Install the Assembly and O ring to Spirit GE - 20 - Spirit GE User Manual...
  • Page 22 Fig. 4-7 Install the O shaped Cord to Terminal Connector Step 7 Close the laser cabinet panel to finish the power cord installation. Fig. 4- 8 Screw the Laser Cabinet Panel to Finish the Power Cord Installation - 21 - Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 23: Connecting The Computer

    4.1.3 Connecting the Computer The LaserPro Spirit GE can communicate with a computer through a USB Port or Parallel Printer Port connection interface. The USB Port connection offers faster file transfer rates and greater flexibility over the Parallel Printer Port connection. Regardless of the connectivity method chosen, you will need to connect the respective connection cable from the LaserPro Spirit GE to your computer.

  • Page 24: Installation Of The Laserpro Usb Driver

    CD-Rom drive) and click OPEN to have Spirit GE displayed as a valid printer. 7) Now select Spirit GE from the list of printers (Spirit GE should be the only printer displayed on the list) and click Next to continue.
  • Page 25 When working with the LaserPro Spirit GE Print Driver within your graphics software, you will need to have the Spirit GE set as the default printer to get proper output. If you select to not have the Spirit GE be the default printer, please remember to manually...

  • Page 26: Chapter V - Operating The Laserpro Spirit Ge

    5.1.2 Graphic Control Panel Overview (Description) The Control Panel The control panel on the LaserPro Spirit GE provides easy access to all of the manual controls needed for cutting and engraving. The liquid crystal display (LCD), functional, directional and selection buttons make navigating through the machine’s manual controls easy to do.
  • Page 27 Selection Buttons LED INDICATOR LIGHTS Three indicator lights on the LaserPro Spirit GE’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 GE are open or improperly closed.
  • Page 28 Manual Focus (▲ / ▼) – To manually adjust the vertical focal distance between the laser head and the material, you can use the ▲ / ▼ buttons to do so. Doing so will adjust the vertical height (z-axis) of the worktable. - 27 - Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 29: Graphic Control Panel Navigation Chart

    Carriage Lock Page File Edit Set Command Mode Page Vector Page Save Position Page Flash Memory Page Set File Save Mode Page Set Vector Mode Page Set Fine Mode Page Other Page Reset Page - 28 - Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 30: Graphic Control Panel Function Pages

    LaserPro logo, and machine initialization pages before going to the main work page. Main Work Page The main work page is the page that the LaserPro Spirit GE 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 31 Manually adjust the X-axis position of the laser carriage Start / Stop Back to Main Work Page Auto Focus Initiate the auto focus function ▲ / ▼ Manual Focus Buttons Manually adjust the height of the work table (Z- axis) - 30 - Spirit GE User Manual...
  • Page 32 SmartCenter Page ☼ navigating to this page: Main Work Page Press F3 SmartCenter Page Under SmartCenter mode the job will be started after the system positions the pen carriage at the center position between two points indicated by the user. There are two ways to activate the SmartCenter mode, either through driver or direct from control panel.
  • Page 33 File Management Page – this page allows you to manage the files that you have loaded onto the LaserPro Spirit. Machine Setting Page – this 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 34 The File Management Page allows you to manage the files that you have loaded onto the LaserPro Spirit GE. 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 35 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 / DLink Page The Link/DLink Page allows you to set, arrange, and remove loaded jobs to and from a job queue for processing.
  • Page 36 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 37 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 38 SmartACT for the selected job. These settings correspond to the same settings found on the LaserPro Spirit GE 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.
  • Page 39 PPI, and power ramp settings for the selected job. These settings correspond to the same settings found on the LaserPro Spirit GE 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.
  • Page 40 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 41 Remember to save your settings after you have made the proper changes. Now by pressing the Auto Focus button, the LaserPro Spirit GE will auto focus properly using the new lens. The LaserPro Spirit GE’s default setting is <2.0”>...
  • Page 42 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 43 Set Table Down Page The Set Table Down Page allows you to select whether or not the LaserPro Spirit GE displays a warning prompt at startup. If the Table Down selection is set to <YES>, the LaserPro Spirit GE will display a “Table will move down and remove objects on table”...
  • Page 44 ☼ 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 area the engraving laser will fire upon.
  • Page 45 ☼ Navigating to this page: Carriage Lock 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 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 46 ☼ 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 47 ☼ Navigating to this page: Save Position Function Main Work Page Press F4 Functions Page Select <Machine Setting> 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 48 The Flash Memory Page allows you to read and write data with the optional SmartMEMORY module installed. Selecting <Write Flash Memory> will copy all current jobs on the LaserPro Spirit GE to the SmartMEMORY module. Selecting <Read Flash Memory> will copy all job files from the SmartMEMORY module to the LaserPro Spirit GE.
  • Page 49 Setting File Save to <NO> will automatically and immediately delete each job file from the LaserPro Spirit GE after the engraving or cutting process. Setting File Save to <YES> will retain all job files on the LaserPro Spirit GE, even after each job has been processed.
  • Page 50 Whereas Quality Vector Mode offers the highest quality, sacrificing output speed. Keep in mind that speed and quality are usually at a tradeoff. The system’s default is Fine Vector mode, sacrificing some speed for higher quality. The LaserPro Spirit GE’s default setting is <Fine Vector>.
  • Page 51 ☼ Navigating to this page: Set Fine Mode 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 Fine Mode Page The Set Fine Mode Page allows you to choose whether to engrave with more precision (quality) at the expense of speed, or vice-versa.
  • Page 52 Scroll through the menu selections Start / Stop Back to Main Work Page Auto Focus Initiate the auto focus function ▲ / ▼ Manual Focus Manually adjust the height of the work table (Z- Buttons axis) Spirit GE User Manual - 51 -...
  • Page 53 Adjust the value for that selection Start / Stop Back to Main Work Page Auto Focus Initiate the auto focus function ▲ / ▼ Manual Focus Manually adjust the height of the work table (Z- Buttons axis) Spirit GE User Manual - 52 -...
  • Page 54 Reset Page The Reset Page allows you to reset all changes made to the LaserPro Spirit GE’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 the default. After any firmware updates, you must use the System Reset setting (your previous settings are saved).
  • Page 55 Scroll through pages Start / Stop Back to Main Work Page Auto Focus Initiate the auto focus function ▲ / ▼ Manual Focus Manually adjust the height of the work table (Z- Buttons axis) Spirit GE User Manual - 54 -...

  • Page 56: The Laserpro Spirit Ge Print Driver

    If LaserPro Spirit GE is not selected as DEFAULT PRINTER, you may set it up through the graphics software as well. The following is taking Corel Draw as example of how to set up LaserPro Spirit GE as the Printer.
  • Page 57 Set From Printer function and CorelDraw will automatically set the proper orientation and dimensions based on LaserPro Spirit GE’s work table. (You MUST have the Spirit GE set as the default printer prior to doing this.) Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 58: Color Management

    5.2.3 Using the LaserPro Spirit GE 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 GE Print Spirit GE User Manual...
  • Page 59 Note For this screenshot example, CorelDraw was used as the software application. The LaserPro Spirit GE Print Driver consists of seven primary sections (pages) in which you will be able to choose various engraving / cutting options and settings: Option Page...

  • Page 60: Laserpro Spirit Ge Print Driver >> Option Page

    The following sections describe the specific functions for each of the settings found in the LaserPro Spirit GE Print Driver. If you are new to laser engraving, it is recommended that you first familiar yourself with the general principals of the laser process in Section 6, especially the Vector Cutting and Raster Engraving concepts.
  • Page 61 Select this mode to attain a sculptured 3D effect on your engraving. By using images that have a range of gray areas, the LaserPro Spirit GE print driver can manipulate the image to give it added depth, by linking the laser power (depth of engraving) to specific colors. The settings can be adjusted through the DPI setting (Option page) and PPI, power and speed settings (Pen page).
  • Page 62 Invert mode is useful when creating a stamp in Stamp Mode, as inverting your normal image will set the negative space to be engraved out, with the remaining positive space (your stamp design) protruding out. Invert Effect Spirit GE User Manual - 61 -...
  • Page 63 Print from your graphic software program. If Print Immediately is not checked, then selecting Print will transfer the job file to the LaserPro Spirit GE system and will need to be initialized from the LaserPro Spirit GE control panel.

  • Page 64: Spirit Ge Print Driver >> Pen Page

    5.2.3.2 Spirit GE Print Driver >> Pen Page The LaserPro Spirit GE 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”. Think of each pen as a designated laser setting, rather than as a color.
  • Page 65 The speed slider controls the laser’s speed during operation (engraving speed) with a range setting from 0.1 – 100%. The Spirit GE’s maximum laser processing speed is 60 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 66 As an example: a particular “pen” color may be assigned to areas in your design containing color fills (raster engraving) and very thin lines (vector cutting). By checking / unchecking the Raster and Vector will force the driver to process / ignore the color fills / thin lines. Spirit GE User Manual - 65 -...
  • Page 67 GE 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. Spirit GE User Manual - 66 -...

  • Page 68: Spirit Ge Print Driver >> Advance Page

    5.2.3.3 Spirit GE Print Driver >> Advance Page Scaling (Advance 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 that there may be a 1-unit offset for every 300 unit increments.
  • Page 69 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 GE will vector cut a circle around the initial position of the laser head. It is highly recommended you enable the red dot laser pointer when setting / adjusting the Position Modes, as this makes accurate positioning of your laser carriage for your particular jobs much easier.
  • Page 70 Use Cluster (Advance Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: Unselected] This setting allows you to change how the Spirit GE 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 71 This setting allows you to improve the cutting quality at the expense of speed. Your engraving speed will be dropped 50%, to maximize the cutting power. We recommend you enable this function when cutting thicker materials. Spirit GE User Manual - 70 -...

  • Page 72: Spirit Ge Print Driver >> Paper Page

    The paper size represents your total work area. Ensure that the paper size is never set greater than the Spirit GE’s worktable area of 25” x 18” (640mm x 460mm) or 29” x 20” (740mm x 460mm) with the Extend option checked. The X value represents the length and the Y value represents the width.
  • Page 73 If you are processing a very large area requiring the maximum worktable area, you will want to enable this mode. Enabling this mode will extend the Spirit GE’s maximum work area to 38” x 18” (960mm x 460mm), from the default 32” x 18” (812 mm x 460mm). This function is enabled at the expense of...
  • Page 74 This value will be displayed on the Spirit’s LCD panel. Enter the proper offset value in this field. Uninstall Driver (Paper Page) Select this to uninstall the Spirit GE print driver. You will then need to restart your computer to complete the process. Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 75: Spirit Ge Print Driver >> Language Page

    5.2.3.5 Spirit GE Print Driver >> Language Page This page allows you specify the language displayed by the Spirit GE Print Driver. Current language options allow for: English, Spanish, French, And Chinese (Simplified, Traditional), Japanese, and German. Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 76: Spirit Ge Print Driver >> Raster Page

    5.2.3.6 Spirit GE Print Driver >> Raster Page NOTE The Raster Page is only available when Black & White Mode Setting is selected from the Option Page, this page offers a number of advanced Raster Engraving output options. Contrast (Raster Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: 0] A quick and easy way to immediately adjust the contrast of an engraved image.
  • Page 77 The following diagram is an example of the raster effects when using the different dithering matrices. 2 x 2 8 x 8 2 x 2 Dithering 8 x 8 Dithering (Enhance Dithering) (Enhance Dithering) Spirit GE User Manual - 76 -...
  • Page 78 Please take some time to experiment with the multitude of raster options to get the one you feel is the best for your piece. This is where much of the fun in engraving is….experimentation! Spirit GE User Manual - 77 -...

  • Page 79: Spirit Ge Print Driver >> Stamp Page

    5.2.3.7 Spirit GE 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 Option Page.
  • Page 80 NOTE The visual representations of the Pitch and Shoulder Levels in the Spirit GE 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.

  • Page 81: Chapter Vi - Engraving And Cutting Techniques

    An example of a vector cut piece would be a customized dining mat, as shown in the picture below. Spirit GE User Manual - 80 -...

  • Page 82: Vector And Raster

    The Spirit GE 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 83: Tips

    6.4 3D Tips When doing 3D sample on LaserPro Spirit GE, acrylic or MDF wood are ideal materials for the purpose. For acrylic the suggested PWR is 100%, SPD around 30% (depends on how deep you want to cut).

  • Page 84: Chapter Vii - Optional Items

    When purchasing the LaserPro Spirit GE 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 Spirit GE, would you like to purchase any optional item, please contact your local authorized GCC distributor.

  • Page 85: Air Compressor Option

    1) Remove the plugs on the air compressor to expose the air inlets. 2) Fasten the included air tube fastener valve to the outgoing air inlet (indicated by 2a) and the air filter into the ingoing air inlet (indicated by 2b). Spirit GE User Manual - 84 -...
  • Page 86 It is important that the ¼” air tubing has clean, straight cuts on each end. Jagged or slanted cuts will not produce adequate sealing capabilities. 4) Open the bottom doors found on the front side of Spirit GE to locate both the Air-Assist Valve and Internal Power Sockets. As indicated below:...
  • Page 87 LaserPro Spirit GE print driver and hardware control panel. Please refer to the LaserPro Spirit GE print driver and graphic control panel sections of this manual for details on how to enable and configure air-assist functionalities.

  • Page 88: Smartbox Option

    / cutting techniques or working material. Feel free to explore different ways to setup the various SmartBOX components to adapt to the results you wish to achieve. INSTALLATION / OPERATION (Cutting Box and Honeycomb Table): Spirit GE User Manual - 87 -...
  • Page 89 (as shown in the picture below). This allows the Spirit GE to properly account for the extra height the cutting table adds to the cutting table.

  • Page 90: Smartair Fine / Ultra Nozzles Option

    LaserPro Spirit GE print driver and hardware control panel. Please refer to the LaserPro Spirit GE print driver and graphic control panel sections of this manual for details on how to enable and configure air-assist functionalities.
  • Page 91 GCC distributor to have this great feature installed. Lift the SmartLID using the handles. SmartLID™ SmartLID™ Handles Handles Control Board Protective Cover Remove the protective cover Spirit GE User Manual - 90 -...

  • Page 92: Smartmemory Module Option

    INSTALLATION: CAUTION It is highly recommended you completely turn off the SPIRIT GE and unplug its cord from the power source before installing or removing the SmartMEMORY module. Spirit GE User Manual...
  • Page 93 GE’s firmware is version 1.02 or later. Also keep in mind, the capacity of the SmartMEMORY module is 4MB, please do not save files that exceed this limit. SAVE files to the SmartMEMORY module: 1) Navigate to the Write Flash Memory function. From the Spirit GE Control Panel, press the F4 (Function) MACHINE SETTING FLASH MEMORY WRITE FLASH MEMORY.

  • Page 94: Dual-Head Option

    The dual-head is ideally suited for high volume production of identical items, not only saving you time, but doubling your productivity. The dual-head device of LaserPro Spirit GE consists of six components: dual head (the 2 laser carriage), connecting bar, air tube B, air tube C, air tube connector and thumb screws. The main benefit of dual head device is to increase the working efficiency.

  • Page 95: Rotary Attachment Option

    OPERATION: 1) With the dual-head installed, go to the Paper Page of the Spirit GE print driver and check the Dual Head box. This will shrink the X (width) value of the paper size from 64cm to 37cm, to accommodate for dual engraving jobs. Note the Y (height) value remains the same.
  • Page 96 3) With the rotary attachment properly positioned, tighten the mounting screws to secure the rotary attachment. 4) Open the front panel of the Spirit GE and connect the rotary attachment cable to the rotary attachment port located inside the Spirit’s front panel (shown in the picture below).
  • Page 97 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 GE will now properly focus at the location to be engraved.

  • Page 98: Chapter Viii Basic Maintenance

    Electrical Shock may occur if you do not turn off and unplug the Spirit GE before cleaning. • Damage may occur to the system if you do not turn off and unplug the Spirit GE before cleaning. Spirit GE User Manual...

  • Page 99: Suggested Cleaning And Maintenance Supplies

    It will be important to gain full access to the worktable and motion system to properly clean and maintain these areas. To do so, you will need to open the LaserPro Spirit GE’s SmartLID. You can do this via the following steps:...

  • Page 100: Cleaning The Worktable And Motion System

    Clean the working table and the motion system on a frequent basis through the following steps: 1) Turn the power off and unplug the Spirit GE before cleaning. 2) Use a vacuum cleaner with a flexible nozzle to remove dust and debris from the worktable and motion system.

  • Page 101: Lubrication Of The X / Y Rails

    5) Wait for all cleaning residue to dry completely before plugging in and operating the Spirit GE. CAUTION • Never pour or spray alcohol or acetone directly to the working table. • Oil, alcohol and acetone can cause fires or smoke build-up if improperly used.
  • Page 102 4) Re-install the mirror after cleaning. 5) Tighten the thumbscrew. 6) Replace and secure the outer access panel. Mirror 2, 3, 4 These mirrors are located in the worktable area of the LaserPro Spirit GE. Mirror 2 Mirror 3 Mirror 4...

  • Page 103: Cleaning The Mirrors

    3) Apply a few drops of lens cleaner on the tissue covered mirror (apply enough so that the tissue absorbs just enough to cover the mirror surface). 4) Pull the tissue across the mirror in only one direction. Spirit GE User Manual - 102 -...

  • Page 104: Removing And Cleaning The Focal Lens

    6) Make sure that the mirror is completely dry before reinstalling it. CAUTION • If the center of the mirror is scratched, contact your LaserPro Spirit GE dealer for a replacement. 8.3.3 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 105 Purged air module can prevent dust from the mirror. Recommend cleaning it every month, the frequency is determined by the working environment. 1) Unscrew the four screws. (rear-down corner) 2) Take off purged air module cover.(black square plastic cover) 3) Cleaning black sponge by water. Spirit GE User Manual - 104 -...

  • Page 106: Chapter Ix - Basic Troubleshooting

    5. Check water level or temperature of water cooler for 50W and 100W engraver. If over-heated, laser beam will shut down automatically. NOTE: Unplug the machine before examining the mirrors, lens, motion system or any other part of the laser system. Spirit GE User Manual - 105 -...

  • Page 107: Glossary

    PPI is exclusively for the vector setting. A PPI setting of 500 results in the laser firing every .002” (500 times per inch). If the standard lens is producing a vector laser focal point of .007”, then higher PPI Spirit GE User Manual - 106 -...

  • Page 108: Laserpro Spirit Ge Specification Sheet

    For example: when cutting out or engraving the outline of a square, the vector setting will make the laser use a thin single line to follow the outline of the shape. 10.2 LaserPro Spirit GE Specification Sheet Spirit GE User Manual...
  • Page 109 Spirit GE User Manual - 108 -...

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