Intelligent Laser

System
II

Operation Manual
VERSION 2.0

Laser Tools & Technics Corp.

This manual and accompanying software are Copyright
Laser Tools & Technics, Inc. 2003

All Rights Reserved

Laser Tools & Technics, Inc., does not assume any liability
arising out of the application or use of any products
described herein. Product specifications are subjected to
change without notice.

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LASER TOOLS & TECHNICS CORP.

No. 121, LANE 99, PU-DING ROAD, HSIN CHU CITY,

TAIWAN, R.O.C.

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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 SAFETY GUIDELINE
1.1 Safety Declaration _______________________________________________________1-1
1.2 General Safety Precaution _________________________________________________1-2
1.3 Warning Signs and Marks on the Machine ___________________________________1-3
1.4 Safety Protection Device __________________________________________________1-4
1.5 Notes on Transportation __________________________________________________1-5
CHAPTER 2 INTRODUCTION
2.1 Function Description_____________________________________________________2-1
2.2 Part Description ________________________________________________________2-2
2.3 Machine Specifications ___________________________________________________2-4
2.4 Standard Accessories and Optional Accessories ________________________________2-5
2.5 Operation Position_______________________________________________________2-6
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION
3.1 Working Condition ______________________________________________________3-1
3.2 Exhaust System _________________________________________________________3-2
3.3 Computer Recommendations _______________________________________________3-4
3.4 Printer Driver Installation ________________________________________________3-5
3.5 Cabling Connections ____________________________________________________3-10
CHAPTER 4 INTRODUCTION TO DRIVER FUNCTION
4.1 Software Operation ______________________________________________________4-1
4.2 Driver Function _________________________________________________________4-5
CHAPTER 5 LASER SYSTEM OPERATION
5.1 Control Panel ___________________________________________________________5-1
5.2 Focusing the Laser _______________________________________________________5-9
5.3 Engraving Procedure ____________________________________________________5-10
5.4 System Upgrade _______________________________________________________ 5-11
CHAPTER 6 MAINTENANCE and ADJUSTMENT
6.1 Maintenance ___________________________________________________________6-1
6.2 Adjustment ____________________________________________________________6-5
CHAPTER 1 SAFETY GUIDELINE

1.1 Safety Declaration

The Intelligent Laser System II (ILS-II) is a high performance cutting/engraving machine
in a compact, convenient package. When installed properly and used for its intended
purposes according to the instructions provided, the laser is a class 1 device (i.e. very safe).
However, failure to observe recommended safety procedures may result in exposure to
hazardous radiation. In addition, failure to properly vent the laser during
cutting/engraving may result in exposure to hazardous gases.
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE SAFETY REGULATIONS.
DO NOT OPERATE THE LASER
WITHOUT PROPER VENTILATION.
In other words, in order to understand safe installation and operation procedures, please
take the time to read the manual.
Safety is only one of the many advantages of reading the manual. After reading the
manual, you may also avoid some frustration when setting up and operating the system.
You may also learn some tricks that will save you some time in the long run. Last but not
least, you will learn how to refer certain key information in the future.
If you have operated another laser system, please take the time to learn the specifics of the
ILS-II. If you have never operated a laser system before, pay particular attention to the
safety section. The cutting light emitted by the laser is not visible. Know the path of the
laser, and never put any body part in its path. Severe burns and /or blindness may result.
Such precautions are only necessary if LTT’s technician is doing service work on the laser
with the safety override key installed. Under such conditions, the system becomes a class 4
laser, and there are dangers from direct as well as reflected and scattered radiation. Do not
attempt to perform such service or maintenance work without a complete understanding
of the relevant safety procedures and regulations.
To avoid accidents such as fire caused by combustible material from improper parameter
setting, IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT NEVER OPERATE THE LASER SYSTEM
WITHOUT CLOSE SUPERVISION BY THE OPERATOR.
Please resist the temptation to immediately switch on the laser and engrave. For your
safety, please take a few minutes and read through the safety section.

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1.2 General Safety Precaution
The ILS-II is a Class I laser device: its housing and integrated safety switches are designed
to protect the operator from the laser. Though you may see the effects of the laser reacting
with object (such as a bright spot on the object being laser, or a shining needle of light in a
cloud of smoke), the laser beam itself is not visible to the human eye. Therefore, extreme
caution must be exercised in the operation of the laser.
1.For normal operation, NEVER disable the safety switch so that the laser may be
operated with either the top or front access doors open. Do not attempt such
service/maintenance functions requiring access to the laser beam unless you are a
fully trained service technician/engineer wearing laser safety goggles and you are
following the exact instructions provided by LTT.
2.Do not watch the laser during operation; the bright light caused by the lasing
process can damage the eye.
3.Certain materials, such as rubber stamp, may be inflammable when exposed to the
laser beam under the wrong settings. Keep a fire extinguisher near the laser at all
times. Wet the material by spraying water on the material can be very useful (but
keep water away from the electronics!). Spray a bit of water on the material
BEFORE lasing helps to prevent it from burning. NEVER operate the laser system
without close supervision.
4.The laser and its electronic components operate at high voltages. Do not access the
laser or electronic components while power is applied unless you are a fully trained
service technician/engineer and following the exact instructions provided by LTT.
For normal maintenance, please unplug the laser power cord before accessing these
areas.
5.Do not operate the laser without a proper exhaust system. The fumes generated by
the engraving/cutting of various materials may damage your health.
6.As with any machine tool, SAFETY FIRST! If you’re not sure something is safe,
please contact LTT.
7.LTT offers training on software, system operation and maintenance.
The Intelligent Laser System ILS-II complies with CDRH performance requirements under
21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11. Guarantees of suitability or safety are provided only when
use in the way that LTT specifies.

CDRH: the Center for Devices and Radiological Health

CFR: the Code of Federal Regulations

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1.3 Warning signs and labels on the Machine
The following labels are affixed to the ILS-II. These labels must never be removed. If
damaged or tampered with for any reason, please request immediate replacement labels
from LTT.

DANGER
AVOID EXPOSURE INVISIBLE LAS ER RADIATION WHEN OPEN
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION AND INTERLOCK FAILED OR DEFEATED.
EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO
DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION

21 CFR 1040.10
1040.11

This equipment conforms to

provisons of US 21 CFR
1040.10 and 1040.11

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1.4 Safety Protection Device
The laser power is connected to two interlocks and a manual laser ON/OFF switch for
protecting users/operators.
The following description is exclusively applicable to this model (ILS-II 30W). Please
refer to corresponding operation manual for how interlocks and laser ON/OFF switch
work on other models.

Interlock
The signals transmitted to the laser unit will be automatically interrupted whenever
the top door or the front door is opened, and no laser beam will be emitted. If the top
door or the front door is opened during engraving or cutting process, there is no laser
emitted. (Note that the motion system will not stop until the file is finished). If laser
beam is found emitted after the top door is opened, immediately turn off the laser
system and call LTT for technical support. DO NOT OPERATE ILS-II WHEN
INTERLOCK WORKS INPROPERLY.

Laser On and Off Switch

Laser ON/OFF switch is located on the center of the Control Panel. When you wish to
shut off the power of laser system in any event, just turn off this switch. At the same
time, the LASER LED (orange) indicator light will be turned off, too. Turning off this
switch has nothing to do with the motion system. Note that AFTER Laser ON/OFF
switch is turned on for 42 seconds, laser will be ready to emit. During this
pre-ionization period, even working signals are transmitted to the laser head there is
no laser either. (It is the same case when laser power is switched off due to “Sleeping
mode” function. The details are described in section 5-1.

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1.5 Notes on Transportation
Read these notes before transporting the system:
1. The ILS-II is packed in a crate. Before you open the crate, it is recommended to
transport the crate to the place where you will be installing the machine and
operating it.
2. Transport the equipment in an upright position. (Note the direction indication on the
crate)
3. Do not turn it over.
4. Jolts of any kind must be avoided.
5. When you open the crate, there are two A4 papers on the top door of machine. They
are to remind operators of points to be followed.

WARNING
NEVER operate the laser system without CONSTANT
supervision of the cutting and

engraving process.

Exposure to the laser beam may cause ignition

of combustible materials which can cause

severe damage to the equipment.

Carefully read the laser safety section of your

manual BEFORE operating the equipment.

NOTICE
The Intelligent Laser System

must be installed properly before operation.

Begin by removing all four sides of the crate.

Remove the standard accessories from the

box stapled to the floor of the crate.

Refer to the installation section of the manual

for detailed instructions on installing

the laser system.

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Another A4 paper is placed on the table of machine. This is to warn the operator and
provide instructions before operating the laser system.

WARNING
You must remove the two shipping straps
before operating your laser system
(use a pair of scissors).

1. Cut the strap that ties the motion system

arm down.

2. Cut the strap that stops the motion system

carriage from moving.

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CHAPTER 2 INTRODUCTION

2.1 Function Description

Sweet and Smart Laser Engraver

The Intelligent Laser System II (ILS-II) from Laser Tools & Technics is a user-friendly,
compact, inexpensive and multi-purpose laser engraver system for wide variety of
application on materials. Unlike huge conventional industrial laser machine, the
ILS-II is compact enough to sit on a table like a portable copy machine, and be linked
to your PC just like a printer. Last but not least, the ILS-II is affordable.

Wide Variety of Applications

The ILS-II can handle batch runs of small to large volume, providing on-the-spot and
just-in-time production. Any Windows graphic such as image, logo or text, can be
transferred by the laser on to wood, acrylic, leather, stone, etc. In addition, the ILS-II
can also function as a cutter/engraver, and has marking on various awards, trophies,
gifts, souvenirs, seals and chops, and other items.
The ILS-II is ready to meet your challenges!

Lifetime
The intended life of ILS-II is counted as:
8 hrs * 6 days * 50 weeks * 10 years = 24000 hrs.
Under normal operating condition and well maintenance, it will not be necessary to
renew many components except consumable items.

Applicable Materials
Applicable materials include wood, acrylics, coated metal, anodized metal, glass,
rubber, leather, marble/stone, fabrics, vinyl, laminated plastic and plastic film.

Applications
The ILS-II is broadly used for cutting and engraving on gifts, trophies, awards, seals
and chops, writing instruments, panels, templates, architectural models, masks and
stencils, membrane switch materials, card stock, etc.

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2.2 Part Description
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1. Focusing lens holder 8. Y-axis arm 15. Cooling fan

2. Ruler 9. Working table 16. Power inlet
3. X-axis arm 10. Interlock 17. Power switch
4. Gas spring 11. Control panel 18. Parallel port
5. Top cover 12. Front door 19. Serial port
6. Top cover window 13. Cooling fan 20. Exhaust outlet
7. Second reflection mirror 14. Exhaust inlet 21. Vacuum table outlet

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2.3 Machine Specifications

Model ILS-II-30
Laser source 30 Watts, air cooled,
RF driven, CO2 laser
Power control Digital power control from 0 ~ 100% with automatic
proportional pulsing and color linked power settings.
Speed control Adjustable from 1 ~ 1000 mm per second.
Resolution 1000DPI, 500DPI, 333DPI, 250DPI, 200DPI, 167DPI
Work area 410mm x 295mm

Motorized Z-axis Z-axis adjustment step size up to 0.03 mm, Max. Height up
to 120mm
adjustment
Max work-piece size 509mm(L) x 370mm (W) x 133mm(H)
Memory buffer 32 MB, expandable up to 64 MB. Intelligent memory buffer
with automatic data storage up to 99 files with all settings.
Display panel LCD display showing current file name, laser power, raster
or vector speed, run time, files loaded into buffer, setup and
diagnostic menus.
Computer interface Parallel port.
Software Compatible with most Windows Integrated CAD software
for graphics and character generation.
Operating modes Landscape mode with raster engraving or combined vector
cutting and raster engraving.
Weight 57 kg
Dimension 635mm x 590mm x 760mm (Width x Height x Depth)
Safety standards CDRH Class 1, CE

Facility Requirements
Power Single Phase, 110/220V AC, 10/5A, 60Hz
Exhaust Outside exhaust flow-rate requires 250 CFM via 4”
connection to system.
Cooling Air cooled (suggested ambient temperature lower than 25 )

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2.4 Standard Accessories and Optional Accessories

Standard Accessories
Manual
ILS-II driver disk
AC power cord
Parallel cable 3 meter
Focusing tool
Allen wrench
Cleaning set
Lubricator

Optional Accessories
Exhaust pipe
Hose clamp 3 pieces
Blower
Deodorization equipment
Ancillary blower equipment, Pump

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2.5 Operation Position
The operator’s general operating position is illustrated below.

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CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION

3.1 Working Condition

With the proper environment and care, the ILS-II will have a long, operational life.
There are six recommendations:
1.Provide clean air and power supply. The laser will perform best where there is
minimum dust and has stable and filtered power lines. We recommend a separate
circuit with surge suppresser to a GROUNDED OUTLET.
2.Provide proper exhaust system to extract fumes and smokes from the laser system
during operation. Operation of the laser without proper ventilation can be
hazardous to you and damaging to the laser at the same time. Choose a short and
direct path for the exhaust pipe line.
3.Provide a reasonable ambient temperature. Operate at high ambient temperatures
(above 30 ) or high ambient humidity (above 70% or where the temperature is
near the dew point) may cause inconsistent performance or permanent damage to
the system. The proper ambient temperature for standard operation of ILS-II is
between 20 ~ 25 .
4.Provide a vibration free environment. Eliminate or minimize vibration transmitted
from the exhaust system, unstable table or flooring system, and machineries nearby.
The laser will not be able to draw those perfectly parallel lines such as 0.01 cm apart
if the floor shakes every time a truck drives pass.
5.Plan ahead for paths of communication. The laser is connected to its host computer
via the parallel port, and must be located within 10 feet around the computer. From
a practical point-of -view, it is much more convenience to keep the computer and
laser within a close physical proximity.
6. Provide reasonable guidance. A slow, RAM-deficient computer will not affect your
laser speed, but it seriously slows down designing and transferring. For example,
you can operate with a 486 CPU with 8M of RAM and a few MB of available hard
disk space. The ILS-II print driver needs just a little hard disk space. However,
standard graphics files will require lots of space. For example, a typical, small,
scanned image requires 100-200K bytes of space (or 5-10 images per MB).
Manipulating such images in a computer with minimum RAM (i.e. 8 MB) can be
time-consuming and frustrating. Minimum requirements are a floppy disk, mouse,
VGA monitor, Windows 3.1 or 95/98/ME, and a Windows compatible graphics
software. If you are using graphics, it is advisable to have a Pentium with minimum
32MB RAM and a 600 DPI scanner.

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3.2 Exhaust System
There are two appropriate types of exhaust system for the ILS-II:
1. Blower that pulls the exhaust from the inside of the housing to the outside the
building.
2. Recirculating blowers that filter the exhaust without routing to outside of the
building.
Either of the above blower system types must be mounted outside the building.
Mount the on and off switch for the blower in a location accessible from the laser.
There must be a pipe installed between exhaust system and laser system, and is
recommended to have a short and smooth pipe line, owing to bad structure of
pipeline may reduce the flow of air. The diameter of the ductwork should match the
air intake of the blower. Make the final connection between the end of the ductwork
and the laser using wire-reinforced rubber tubing. Secure with hose clamps at each
ends. Note that wire-reinforced, flexible tubing is favorable to reduce the vibration of
the laser system caused by the blower. Don’t connect the rigid ductwork directly to
the laser system. Provide some means to close the ductwork when the blower is not in
use. This is especially useful in colder climates where cold air coming into the laser
from the outside is not good.

TYPICAL ROOF MOUNT INSTALLATION

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TYPICAL OUTSIDE MOUNT INSTALLATION

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3.3 Computer Recommendations
Using a computer with faster speed, larger memory and storage capacity will allow the
graphic images to be produced faster. A faster computer will perform calculations quicker
and will shorten transaction time to the laser. The following are minimum requirement of
computer equipments.
PC of 486 or higher CPU
8 MB RAM
540 MB hard disk drive
One floppy disk drive
Color VGA monitor
Microsoft Windows version 3.1 TM
Windows compatible graphics software

The following is our recommended computer equipments.

Pentium 100 MHz or higher CPU
32 MB RAM
1.2 GB hard drive or larger
17 inch color VGA monitor
Windows Accelerator Graphics Card
One floppy disk drive
CD-ROM drive
Mouse
Microsoft Windows 98TM
CorelDraw 6.0, 7.0, 8.0 TM
600 DPI Optical Resolution Scanner
Ulead PhotoImpact 4.0 TM

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3.4 Printer Driver Installation
The printer driver of ILS-II must be installed under the Windows environment. A clear
understanding of MS Windows operation is essential for the operation of the laser system.
The installation of this driver is identical to other Windows Printer Driver such as HP
printer or EPSON Printer. A simple step-by-step installation procedure for Windows 98 is
illustrated as follows.

Installation under Windows 98 Environment

Start Microsoft Windows 98, click Start button and point to Settings, click on the
Printers icon and the Printers Dialog Box will appear.

Double click on the Add Printer icon, the Add Printer Wizard Dialog Box will appear.

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Press the Next button, the Add Printer Wizard Dialog Box will appear.

Press the Have Disk button, the Install From Disk Dialog Box will appear asking for
the location of the new driver. Insert the floppy disk containing the ILS-II Windows
Printer Driver into the proper disk drive and type in the correct drive number.

Press the OK button and the Add Printer Wizard Dialog Box appear again. ILS-II will
list in the Printers Dialog Box

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Press the Next button and the Add Printer Wizard Dialog Box will appear and asking
for the port you want to use. Select LPT1.

Press the Next button and the Add Printer Wizard Dialog Box will ask the name of
the print. You can type a name for the printer, or you can use the name ILS-II.

Press the Next button. Then the ILS-II printer driver will install in Windows 98. The
ILS-II icon will appear in the Printers Dialog Box.

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Select ILS-II icon. On the File menu, click the Properties icon, the ILS-II Properties
Dialog Box will appear.

Click Details tag and then press Spool Settings button, the Spool Settings Dialog
Box will appear.

Enabling the Spool print jobs so program finishes printing faster option followed by
clicking the Start printing after last page is spooled option.
Press OK button to return to the ILS-II Properties Dialog Box. Press the Apply button
and then press OK button to finish the ILS-II printer driver installation.
Store the driver disk in a safe place. You may need this for future printer installation.

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3.5 Cabling Connections
CAUTION: Please make the following connections in the exact order as described
below, otherwise static electricity may damage the computer and/or the
electronic components of laser system.
To connect cables in laser system is very simple:
1. Connect the laser system power cord to a good quality surge suppressor and then the
surge suppresser to a grounded outlet. Do the same for the computer system.
2. Make sure both the computer and laser system are plugged in and turned OFF.
3. Then connect the laser system to the computer using a parallel connection..

Please use the parallel cable provided by LTT. Connect the cable correctly according
to the following drawing.

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CHAPTER 4 INTRODUCTION TO DRIVER FUNCTION

4.1 Software Operation

Because ILS-II is controlled by a standard Windows printer driver, you can create the
artwork in your favorite Windows graphics software. When it comes to printing (i.e.
engraving/cutting), you simply print to LPT1 just as you would do with a laser printer.
Some of the variables regarding communication between your graphics program and the
Windows driver are similar to those with any printer:
What is the paper size?
How do you specify the print location for a specific object?
As in any Windows graphics software, your results may be unpredictable if the page setup
in the graphics software does not match that in ILS-II printer driver. Therefore, please be
sure that your page size setups are consistent. Most frustration with printing comes from
overlooking of the page setup area in the ILS-II driver.
The greatest difference between printing to a laser printer and printing to the ILS-II lies in
the enormous flexibility of ILS-II. With a laser printer, the user has very little control over
the page size or resolution; no needs for control over print speed; and no needs for control
over print power. With ILS-II, the user may need to specify a page size exactly matching
the planned graphic (for example, stamp making). The speed, power, and resolution all
greatly affect the results.

Page Size
The orientation and page size of ILS-II printer driver must be set to match that of graphic
software. It is a general rule to set the page size of ILS-II printer driver at the maximum
and leave it there during working. The results are much more predictable if the frame of
reference is consistent. If you change page sizes depending on material size, you must
constantly check if the printer driver's page size is the same as the graphic software's page
size. It is easy to ruin materials because the laser may engrave 90% of the graphic (that is
the other 10% which is inside the graphic software page could be left outside the ILS-II
printer driver's page).

The Basics: Laser Modes

The laser prints in two modes: raster and vector.
In raster mode, the laser moves back and forth across the work area, turning on when a
color is present in the graphic, and turning off when an area is white. After each pass
across the material, the laser moves vertically by a small increment (determined by the
horizontal resolution, defined in lines per inch, or LPI), and starts back across the "page".
In order to draw the outline of a circle, the laser must go back and forth thousands of times.
The laser energizes only a very small percentage of the traveling time (when passing over
the outside of the circle).

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In vector mode, the laser traces a specific path defined by the graphic. If the path is a circle,
the laser follows the path of the circle, nothing more or less. Vector cutting is much faster
than raster engraving. The path cut may be as little as 70 microns wide (about 0.003").

The graphic object having raster property or vector property depends on the graphic
software you use. In general, any line of minimum width is treated as a vector. Some
thinner lines are also treated as vectors. For example, the smallest line width available in
your graphics program may be 1 point (1000 points = 1"). However, lines up to 50 points
width may be treated as vectors by the graphic software, and lines above 50 points may be
treated as raster.
There are several differences in the treatment of raster and vectors by the driver:
1.Rasters are engraved first, then vectors. When the laser engraves a filled rectangle
with vector outline, the interior of the rectangle is engraved first. Then the laser cuts
the outline of the rectangle. If you want to engrave the interior only, you must
define the pen width of the rectangle to zero, or define the pen color as white, or
disable the pen color's cut flag.
2.Only the top raster is engraved. In a graphic where several filled objects overlap,
only the top raster object is engraved. Duplication of raster objects (stacking) has no
effect. In order to engrave a raster object multiple times, use the COPY command
on the Control Panel. Note that an object with white interior prevents the
engraving of all underlying raster objects.
3.Except on disable cut flag, all vectors are cut. Vectors hidden by rasters or other
vectors are still cut. To prevent unexpected vector cutting by hidden shapes, use
pen widths of zero, or change the pen color to white. Every copy of a vector object
is cut: for example, a stack of five duplicate copies of a line causes five separate
passes of the laser.

Color Mapping and Print Order

The ILS-II printer driver uses eight colors to control print order, power, and speed. The
eight different colors according to print order are BLACK, RED, GREEN, YELLOW, BLUE,
MAGENTA, CYAN, and ORANGE. Each color can be assigned to a distinct power, and
speed.

The colors are printed in a pre-defined order, all raster first, then all vectors. For example,
the black area will be engraved first, then red area, then green, and so on. The vector parts
will be executed right after all raster parts are finished.

There are some advantages in using different colors to present different laser control
parameters.
1. You may wish to engrave different areas of material to different depths. For example,
when engraving a wood plaque, you may have some areas of direct engraving, and
some areas with vinyl overlay. You may wish to engrave these areas at different
power levels to prevent damage to the vinyl, or to achieve comparable depth in the

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unmasked and masked areas. On the other hand, increased depth of engraving in
some materials may not be as simple as increased power or lowered speed. It may be
best to engrave the material with several different speed. It is inconvenient to
transferred each such area as a separate file and manually repeat the engraving
operation.
2. The item may contain several different types of material. For example, a wooden
plaque might have an enameled brass plate. The different materials require different
speeds and power levels.
3. You may wish to save time when engraving several copies of the graphic at the same
time. For example, you wish to engrave five graphics. If each objects request same
working parameter and be set into the same color, the laser will engrave all the area.
On the other hand, if each graphic is assigned to a different color (all parameters
remain the same), the laser will travel only across the engraved area, greatly reducing
the engraving time.
4. You may wish to engrave areas in a specific order. When cutting a center hole out of a
rectangle, you’d like to cut the center hole first, then the outside rectangle. Depending
on how you are supporting the material, cutting the outside first may cause it to fall,
putting the center cut out of focus or at an angle.
5. You may wish to test lasing a material. One way to speed up the testing process is by
designing a test graphic using all eight colors. For example, a series of eight small
rectangles, each in a different color, with each color assigned a different power, speed,
or PPI, allows you test eight variations at a time, You can also speed this process by
saving several print driver files with progressive power levels or speeds.

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Color Definition
The ILS-II printer driver defines the eight colors mentioned above according to the
following chart. You must use these same definitions in your graphics program. If your
color definitions are different, the printed results may be unpredictable. If your graphics
software allows you to save color palette, start by creating a palette with the first eight
colors as defined above, in the order given, You will save yourself lots of frustration later.

RGB
COLOR
RED GREEN BLUE

BLACK 0 0 0

RED 255 0 0

GREEN 0 255 0

YELLOW 255 255 0

BLUE 0 0 255

MAGENTA 255 0 255

CYAN 0 255 255

ORANGE 255 128 0

Note that the color assignments have nothing to do with color imaging or color bitmaps.
Colors are used simply as a means to indicate different laser parameters for different
areas of a graphic.
If you use a color other than above eight colors, the driver will choose one of those, which
is close to that you chose and apply a halftone pattern to represent the original color's
shade. For example, a rectangle filled with pink, the driver will analyze the value of RGB
in the color of pink and choose one of the pre-defined colors to represent it. You may
expect the driver to choose red, but the real color the driver chose is magenta.
If your graphic software has color correction function, you must disable it. Color
correction will modify the RGB value of colors before print.

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4.2 Driver Function
When you want to print out a graphic file, go to Content in printer Dialog Box to do
detailed parameter setting.

4.2.1 Page

Page Setup
You can set the maximum page size to a horizontal length of 410 mm and vertical
height of 295 mm. The page size you set in ILS-II printer driver must be larger than or
equal to that you set in the graphic software.

Job Title
You can key in a text string to identify each job, this text string will appear on LCD of
the machine as file name.

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Repetition
Copy: Set the number of times a job file will be executed for a job. If you set Copy to 3,
the ILS-II will continuously execute the job file for three times in a single
workpiece.
Quantity: Set the number of jobs. This will limit the performable times. If you set
Quantity to 2, you can just run this job file for two times.

Material
If you enable Material Setup option, you can set the dimension of the material. The
ILS-II will use material dimension to adjust the height of working table, or decide the
rotation angle. If you want to use rotary fixture, you must enable Material Setup
option and select Diameter option, and key in the material diameter.

4.2.2 Job

Job Mode
There are three job modes to choose: Normal, Rubber, and Gray [3D].
1. Normal: This mode uses eight color settings to engrave and cut graphics
drawn in graphic software. You can enable Pulse Mode to drill hole.

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2. Rubber: This mode creates the tapered profile required for high-quality
stamp making. The curve of tapered profile depends on the laser
power setting in the Power Scale function.
If Invert option is enabled, the driver will skip the area that has
raster object and engrave the white area for each color, so some area
may be engraved more than once. If you enable Invert option, it is
recommended to use one color in the graphic and set the ILS-II
printer driver's page equal to the page set in graphic software.
The Offset function can automatically reduce the engraved area.

INVERT
Gray [3D]: This mode will transfer all color to 256 gray levels and the strength
of laser power is depended on the gray level for each pixel. If the 16
Levels option is enabled, the colors will be transformed to 16 gray
levels, and you can use Power Scale function to adjust the power
for each gray level.
B&W mode: For raster object, this mode converts all colors to gray and use Black
laser setting for engraving. This mode still uses eight color settings
to cut vector objects.
Mirror: If Mirror option is enabled, the driver translates graphics to
horizontally flipped negatives.

MIRROR

Resolution
Resolution controls the vertical travel of the laser in raster mode. Like the PPI setting
above, it does not change the dot size, but rather governs the amount of overlap for
neighboring lines. A high resolution gives a higher fill factor, but requires more time

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to engrave.

Cut & Engrave Setup

If you enable Engrave option, you can decide to enable or disable engrave function
for each colors, or you can disable Engrave option to disable all eight color's engrave
function.
If you enable Cut option, you can decide to enable or disable cut function for each
colors and decide the cutting order, by drawing or by color. You can also disable Cut
option to disable all eight color's cut function.
1.by drawing: Vectors are cut in drawing sequence.
2.by color: Vectors are cut according to pre-defined color order. Vectors in
same color are cut in the sequence they were drawn.

4.2.3 Laser

Parameter Setup
The ILS-II provides eight sets of parameters. Move your mouse to your choice of color
and click left bottom. The parameter of Power and Speed of that color will be
highlighted. Click on the highlighted line again to unselect it. You can either key in

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the value you want or change it by using the scroll bars. Press Setup button to save
the new value for each parameter. The value affiliated with the chosen color will
change accordingly.
You can click on additional colors to set more than one color, and all the colors you
chose will be highlighted. Then do the same as mentioned above.

Config File Access

Default: Load the default configuration file.
Save: Save current configuration to a file.
Load: Load existent configuration file.
If you have many kind of material and each material has a particular set of
parameters, you can save the parameters to a configuration file for each material.
When you need to process on a material, just load its configuration file.

Language Interface
The default language interface is English. If the local agent supplies local language
interface, you can select it from here.

Version
Press Version button will display driver version.

Advanced
This function is used for LTT technician to tune ILS-II, and this is password protected.

Custom Lang.
This function is used for local agent to make local language interface.

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4.2.4 Power Scale

Power Scale function is used to adjust the strength of laser power. If you use Rubber
mode, the Power Scale function will control the curve of tapered profile. If you use Gray
[3D] mode and enable 16 Levels option, the Power Scale function will control the
strength of laser power for each gray level.
Use horizontal scrollbar to load default power scale setting, and use vertical scrollbar or
edit box to adjust each power scale. The editing box beside the vertical scrollbar can
limit the power range that could be set.
The driver supplies five buffers for custom power scale.

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CHAPTER 5 LASER SYSTEM OPERATION

5.1 Control Panel

The Control Panel for the ILS-II is located on the top of the front door. The left part of the
control panel is used to edit laser parameters, laser power, and file selection. Central part
of the control panel includes laser beam ON/OFF button, display the laser status and
operation control such as start or pause button. The right part of the control panel is used
to adjust the height of the engraving table and provide manual positioning control to the
X-Y motion system and focusing lens assembly (both normally used for focusing).

Fig. 5-1

Laser Control Display

The liquid crystal display (LCD) on the left of the Control Panel provides access to the
print file information and laser parameters. When the ILS-II is first turned on, the LCD on
the left should display the following option:
WORK DISPLAY
FILE MANAGER
LASER PARAMETER
SYSTEM SETUP

There are four buttons located under the LCD: They are the ENTER, ESC, ,
buttons.
The functions of those four buttons are as follows:
1. The up and down arrow keys select items vertically.
2. The ENTER and ESC buttons select items horizontally.
3. When the Black box ( ) is on the left of an item, you can use the ENTER button
to select this item or enter the submenu. When the Triangle sign is on the right of
an item, you can use the up and down arrow keys to adjust value/option of that
item. After the value is set, press ENTER button again to finish setting.

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5.1.1 Laser Control
5.1.1.1 WORK DISPLAY

*1.WORK DISPLAY * 1/11* PICTURE-2 * 1/11* PICTURE-2

2.FILE MANAGER QTY 0/0 COPY 1 QTY 0/0 COPY 1
3.LASER PARAMETER Time 0:29/ 0:00 Time 0:29/ 0:00
4.SYSTEM SETUP Free 63.15MB dpi 0 Free 63.15MB dpi 0

1/11* PICTURE-2
QTY 0/0 COPY 1
Time 0:29/ 0:00
Free 63.15MB dpi 0

1/11* PICTURE-2 1/11* PICTURE-2 1/11* PICTURE-2

QTY 0/0 COPY 1 QTY 0/0 COPY 1 QTY 0/0 COPY 1
Time 0:29/ 0:00 Time 0:29/ 0:00 Time 0:29/ 0:00
Free 63.15MB dpi 0 Free 63.15MB dpi 0 Free 63.15MB dpi 0

The first line indicates that the file selected is file #1 of 11(11 files have been
transferred to the ILS-II), with a job title of picture-2. To move from one file
to the other, use NEXT button. The NEXT button only proceeds in forward
direction. You can press ENTER button to move the black box to the right
side of first item, then use up and down arrow buttons to choose the file in
the memory.
The second line indicates the number of times a job has completed, the total
number of jobs requested, and the number of copies of the file per job
(usually the copy function is used to make deeper engraving).
For example, you may need to engrave 20 identical plaques. The laser may
be currently working on plaque number 5. The LCD displays QTY 05/20
showing that the fifth plaque is in progress. After completing one job, the
ILS-II waits for the operator to press RUN button to proceed to the next job.
After the total quantity has been completed, RUN button is no longer active
unless the number of quantity to be marked is increased. For materials that
need to be processed more than one time, you can set it by the COPY
number during a job. For example, you may set COPY number to 5, the
ILS-II will execute the marking sequence on the selected file five times
during a job, and then stop. After which it will wait for the operator to press
RUN button to perform the next job.
The third line shows the time in process and the total time required for
processing the selected file. The total time will not be displayed until the
selected file is executed once.
The fourth line shows the process status setting. If no file is executed, it will
display available memory. If a file is being executed, it will be displaying the
current power and speed.

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5.1.1.2 FILE MANAGER

1.WORK DISPLAY 10/14* PICTURE-2 10/14* PICTURE-2

*2.FILE MANAGER Del. the file 134B Del. the file 134B
3.LASER PARAMETER Delete all files Delete all files
4.SYSTEM SETUP Auto delete off Auto delete off

10/14* PICTURE-2 You sure?

Del. the file 134B Yes
Delete all files No
Auto delete off

10/14* PICTURE-2 You sure?

Del. the file 134B Yes
Delete all files No
Auto delete off

10/14* PICTURE-2 10/14* PICTURE-2

Del. the file 134B Del. the file 134B
Delete all files Delete all files
Auto delete off Auto delete off

The first item shows the number and name of the selected file. When black box is
at the left of first item, you can press ENTER button to move the black box to
the right of first item, then use up and down arrows to change to different
file you have transferred to the ILS-II.
Del. the file Delete the selected file.
Delete all files Delete all files that transferred to ILS-II.
Auto delete Auto delete function provides a choice for automatic deletion. If it is
set off, all files will be stored in memory after executed. If it is set on,
the file will be deleted automatically after executed.

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5.1.1.3 LASER PARAMETERS
1.WORK DISPLAY Color setup Setting Pen 1 Blac
2.FILE MANAGER Color control Power 50%
3.LASER PARAMETER Laser tickle setup Speed 100%
4.SYSTEM SETUP Alignment mode PPI 1000

Color setup Color control

Color control by file
Laser tickle setup
Alignment mode

Color setup Laser tickle setup Laser tickle setup

Color control Rate 5 Khz Rate 5 Khz
Laser tickle setup Width 1 usec Width 1 usec
Alignment mode

Laser tickle setup Laser tickle setup

Rate 5 Khz Rate 5 Khz
Width 1 usec Width 1 usec

Color setup Alignment mode Alignment mode

Color control Tickle output 1% Tickle output 1%
Laser tickle setup Continuous off Continuous off
Alignment mode

Alignment mode Alignment mode

Tickle output 1% Tickle output 1%
Continuous off Continuous off

Color setup: The parameters of each color (power, speed, and PPI) can be
adjusted under this submenu.
Color control: By file means the parameters are governed by ILS-II driver,
while by panel are by previous settings in Color setup
submenu.
Laser tickle setup: You can set rate and width of tickle in this submenu.
Tickle comprises of short pulses, which are sent to the laser to
pre-ionize the gas so that the laser energy stays near the lasing
threshold. In other words, without the tickle pulses, or with too
little tickle, the laser becomes (comparatively) sluggish and
unpredictable. Too much tickle causes laser emission. Just the
right tickle allows the laser to respond quickly and predictably.
Tickle is set by the factory and should not be adjusted by the end
user.
Alignment mode: YOU MUST BE VERY CAREFUL WHEN YOU ENTERED
THIS SUBMENU.
This function is used for laser alignment. You can press TEST
button, which is located at the right side of Control Panel, to
force laser emission.
If Continuous is set on, the laser will emit after you press TEST
button, and you must press TEST button again to stop laser
emitting. If Continuous is set off, the laser will emit only when
the TEST button is pressed and held. Refer to section 6.2 for
details of alignment.

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5.1.1.4 SYSTEM SETUP
1. WORK DISPLAY Configuration Ruler unit: step
2. FILE MANAGER Position setup Sleep mode: 10 min
3. LASER PARAMETER Status Auto run: off
4. SYSTEM SETUP ABOUT ILS-IIIc Arc comp.: off

Ruler unit: step

Sleep mode: 10 min
Auto run: off
Arc comp.: off

Ruler unit: step

Sleep mode: 10 min
Auto run: off
Arc comp.: off

Ruler unit: step

Sleep mode: 10 min
Auto run: off
Arc comp.: off

Configuration Adjust X - Y axis X loc. 200.000mm

Position setup Y loc. 200.000mm
Status Set as P1
ABOUT ILS-IIIc X - Y homing Set as P2

X loc. 200.000mm
Y loc. 200.000mm
Set as P1
Set as P2

Adjust X - Y axis
X-Y homing
X loc. 200.000mm
X - Y homing Y loc. 200.000mm

Configuration X loc. 200.000mm

Position setup Y loc. 200.000mm
Status Z loc. 20 0.000mm
ABOUT ILS-IIIc data is OK! 140

Configuration Lase r Tools &

Position setup Technics Corp.
Status ILS -II 1000 dpi
ABOUT ILS-IIIc 2002 .03.07 ver 5.02

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Configuration submenu has four items:
Ruler unit: There are three kinds of unit to choose.
Sleep mode: Automatically turn off the laser head after the
machine was idled for specified time.
Auto run: This item has no function yet.
Arc comp.: Compensate laser output power during cutting an arc.
Position Setup submenu has two items:
Adjust X-Y axis: You can see the position of focusing lens, and set
specified position to P1 and P2. This is useful
when you always need to move focusing lens to a
particular position.
X-Y homing: This function will move the motion system to the
origin of coordinate system.
Status: This function will show the position of X, Y, and Z-axis.
ABOUT ILS-IIIc: Shows the ILS-II firmware version.

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5.1.2 Laser On and Off Switch
If, for whatever reason, you wish to cut off laser power immediately, simply turn off
this switch. This switch will not terminate the movement of the focusing lens
assembly; it simply shuts off the laser beam. The ILS-II does not record the location
where you last turned the power off; therefore, you could not return to the same
location and continue the job. Note that this is only a safety switch. Also note that
AFTER Laser ON/OFF switch is turned on for 42 seconds, laser will be ready to emit.
During this pre-ionization period, even working signals are transmitted to the laser
head there is no laser either. (It is the same case when laser power is switched off due
to “Sleeping mode” function.

5.1.3 Indicator Light

There are three indicator lights in the middle of Control Panel showing the status of
laser system. There is a green indicator light for READY, a red indicator light for
BEAM, and an orange indicator light for LASER.
READY: the green indicator light will turn on after the power of ILS-II is turned on
and the system is ready for operation. If the green indicator light does not
turn on after the power is turned on, please contact LTT for technical
assistance.
BEAM: the red indicator light shows that the laser beam is emitting and it will blink
during engraving to indicate that the signal is transferred from system
controller to the laser generator. However, if top cover or front door is
opened, there is no laser emitted (even red indicator light blinks).
LASER: The orange indicator light will remain on after LASER ON/ OFF switch is
turned on. When the orange indicator light is on, it means the laser is
stimulated, but laser may be or may be not emitting. If the BEAM indicator
light is on, and front door/top cover are closed properly, then it means
laser is emitting.
Note: If top cover or front door is opened during engraving, the laser signals will be
interrupted immediately and no laser beam is emitted (even BEAM indicator light
blinks). This will not terminate the movement of the focusing lens assembly. If laser
beam is found emitted after the top door is opened, immediately turn off the power of
laser system and contact LTT for technical assistance. DO NOT continue operating,
the laser may damage your eyes or skin.

5.1.4 Process Control Button

Process control buttons include PAUSE, RESUME, NEXT, and RUN. You have to use
those buttons when you need to run a job file, interrupt a job file or resume the same
job file starting from the last location later.
PAUSE: PAUSE does not immediately terminate the laser beam and the
traveling of the focusing lens assembly. The system will find suitable
point to stop the job. For example, when cutting a series of outlines, the
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the laser operation immediately, use the LASER ON/OFF switch.
RESUME: RESUME will continue a paused job file.
NEXT: NEXT will scroll the selected file into next file in the buffer. Pressing
NEXT while a job is paused will cancel that job.
RUN: RUN will execute the selected job file.

5.1.5 Movement Control Button

Movement control buttons are used to control the movement of focusing lens
assembly in X and Y axes as well as height of working table in Z direction manually.
These buttons are usually used for alignment or focusing purposes.

Z AXIS
There are three buttons for the Z-axis adjustment: UP, DOWN, and FAST. Press UP
or DOWN button to move the working table upward or downward. Press UP or
DOWN button along with FAST button will move fast.

MOTION SYSTEM
These four arrows buttons provide fine adjustment of the location of focusing lens
assembly in X and Y directions. Press arrow button along with the centered FAST
button accelerates the moving.
TEST: The TEST button is used for alignment purposes. This button has no effect
unless Alignment mode submenu is selected.
If Continuous is set on, the laser will emit after you press TEST button, and
you must press TEST button again to stop laser emitting. If Continuous is
set off, the laser will emit only when the TEST button is pressed and held.
P1: Move the focusing lens assembly to the P1 position.
P2: Move the focusing lens assembly to the P2 position.

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5.2 Focusing the Laser
Step 1 Move the focusing lens assembly over the material.
Step 2 Position the focusing tool between the focusing lens assembly and the
material.
Step 3 Adjust the height of working table until the focusing tool begins to tilt away
from the focusing lens assembly.
Step 4 Focusing procedure completes.

X-axis Arm

Focusing Lens
Assembly

Focusing Tool

Work-piece
NOTE: Do not adjust the working table height during file execution! This will change
the focal distance and makes unpredictable result.

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5.3 Engraving Procedure
The following outline is an operation procedure. Please follow this procedure to
understand the steps necessary for laser engraving. Please operate the equipment in the
stated order.
Starting the system
Step 1 Ensure that the exhaust system was connected properly.
Step 2 Verify that the laser on/off switch was turned off.
Processing a task
Step 1 Activate the main power switch.
Step 2 Turn on the computer and then the laser on/off switch.
Step 3 Position the material onto the working table.
Step 4 Put the focusing tool on the material and move focusing lens assembly above
it. Adjust the height of working table to focal distance as described in section
5.2.
Step5 Use graphics software to draw the desired graphic. The location of graphic in
the page of software must be the same as material on the working table.
Step 6 Set Power, Speed and other parameters in ILS-II printer driver.
Step 7 Transfer the graphic file from computer to the laser system by ILS-II printer
driver.
Step 8 Turn on the exhaust system.
Step 9 After the file is transferred to the ILS-II, press RUN button to start
processing.
Step 10 NEVER OPERATE THE LASER SYSTEM WITHOUT CLOSE
SUPERVISION ON THE MACHINE.
Turning off the system
Step 1 Turn off the laser on/off switch.
Step 2 Turn off the exhaust system.
Step 3 Turn off the main power.
Step 4 Turn off the computer.

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5.4 System Upgrade
ILS-II has an upgrade function. This makes ILS-II easier for future improvement of
system efficiency and functions. The following is the upgrade procedure.
Step 1 Make sure that the upgrade disk is the latest version provided by LTT.
Step 2 Verify that ILS-II and computer is connected well and both are off.
Step 3 Turn on the computer. Press and hold the ENTER button on the Control
Panel right after turning on ILS-II until the following screen appears.

ILS-IIIa
firmware upgrade
V 2.00
READY !!!

Step 4 Insert upgrade disk to floppy drive in the PC.

Step 5 Go to DOS box and type “A: <Enter>” then “copy i3f-xxx.ice lpt1 <Enter>” to
start the upgrade. I3f-xxx.ice is the filename of the firmware. For example, it
can be i3f-505.ice. “<Enter>” means hit the enter key of the keyboard.
Step 6 You will hear two short beeps along with the following display, showing
that the upgrade has completed successfully.

firmware upgrade
complete !

Step 7 Press ESC button on the Control Panel and you will hear a beep after which
ILS-II returns to main menu.
Step 8 Check the firmware version in ABOUT ILS-IIIc submenu.
1. WORK DISPLAY Configuration Laser Tools &
2. FILE MANAGER Position setup Technics Corp.
3. LASER PARAMETER Status ILS -II 100 0dpi
4. SYSTEM SETUP ABOUT ILS-IIIc 2002 .03.07 ver 5.02

If the power of ILS-II or computer is turned off, or the cable is disconnected while
upgrading, the ILS-II may not be upgraded in the future. If this situation occurs,
please contact LTT.

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CHAPTER 6 MAINTENANCE and ADJUSTMENT

6.1 Maintenance

6.1.1 General Cleaning of the Laser System

A visual inspection of the machine should be done at least once a day. If dirt or debris is
present, a general cleaning should be performed. The frequency of cleaning will depend
entirely on the type of material being processed. If dirt is built up in any parts of the
motion system, this may cause uneven engraving or loss of position, as well as damages to
optics and premature failure of the motion system components.
NOTE: The rails of the system should be wiped with a dry lint free cloth at least
once a day regardless of whether a general cleaning is required. This will
guarantee longer bearing life.
CAUTION: Never lubricate the motion system!
WARNING: Always turn the laser system off and unplug it before performing any
cleaning procedures.

6.1.2 General Cleaning Procedure:

1. Ensure that the system is turned off and the cord unplugged.
2. Thoroughly remove all loose dirt and debris from inside of the machine.
3. Clean the working table surface with glass cleaner.
4. Clean all of the rails of the motion system, using cotton swab and alcohol.
5. After the rails are cleaned, use a clean swab and alcohol to clean all of the
bearings by holding the swab against each bearing and moving the motion
system by hand to roll the bearings against the swab.
6. Clean all cooling fans. If the air filter inside the exhaust is dirty, clean it by
submerging it into a mild soap solution. Then rinse it clean and allow it to air dry.
If the air filter becomes too dirty, it may restrict air flowing, which causes the
laser system less effective.
7. Clean the top window with tissue. Do not use paper towels because they will
scratch acrylic.

How to Clean the Optics

The optical elements in the system are provided with a durable, multi-layer coating. They
can withstand repeated cleanings if they are cleaned properly. A visual inspection of the
mirrors and lenses should be performed at least once a day. If a haze or debris is present
on the optical surfaces, they should be cleaned. As a general rule, if the machine itself
needs cleaning, the optical elements need too.

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Second Reflection
Mirror Holder

Second Reflection
Mirror

X-axis Arm
Fig. 6-1 Second reflection mirror

Reflection Mirror
Holder

X-axis Arm

Last Reflection
Mirror Holder

Focusing Lens
Holder
Fig. 6-2 Third reflection mirror and focusing lens

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6.1.4 Cleaning the Lens
1. Remove the flexible blowing hose connected to nozzle.
2. The assembly can be easily disassembled by pushing focusing lens holder
upward and turn 45 degrees. Keep the holder horizontal so the lens does not fall
out.
3. Take a clean sheet of lens tissue on hand. Carefully turn the lens holder upside
down, let the lens drop onto the lens tissue.
4. Hold the lens by its edges using lens tissue, and with a stream of lens cleaning
solution that came with the system, flush both surfaces of the lens.
5. Apply some of the lens cleaning solution onto one surface of the lens. Let it sit for
approximately one minute and then gently wipe the surface using swabs soaked
with lens cleaning solution.
6. Dry that side of the lens using a new swab and repeat the process to clean the
other side of the lens.
CAUTION: Never reuse the swab. Dust build-up on the tissue may scratch
the surface of the lens.
7. Inspect the lens. If it is still dirty, repeat the cleaning procedure until it is clean.
8. Gently put the lens onto the lens holder ensuring that the curved side of lens is
facing upward.
9. Hold the lens holder carefully, and assemble in reversed order.

Last Reflection
Mirror Holder

Focusing Lens

Spring Convex Surface

Facing Upward
Washer
Focusing Lens
Holder

Nozzle

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6.1.5 Cleaning the Mirrors
There are two mirrors inside the processing area of the system that need cleaning (refer to
Fig. 6-1, 6-2). Follow the procedure below to clean both mirrors.
A. Third Reflection Mirror
1. While holding the mirror holder, remove the M4 screw and lift mirror and holder
away from the last reflection mirror holder. Be careful not to slide the mirror
across the mount since they can be scratched easily.
2. Apply lens cleaning solution to the mirror and let it sit for approximately one
minute.
3. By using a swab, gently wipe off the solution on the mirror once. Use a new swab
and repeat until the mirror is clean. Never use a swab as dust build-up on the
tissue may scratch the surface of mirror.
4. Reposition the mirror on the last reflection mirror holder by setting the mirror
bracket straight down on to the mount. Make sure that the mirror is sitting flat
against the holder otherwise a beam misalignment can occur. Replace the M4
screw and tighten it securely
CAUTION: Sliding the mirror on the holder can scratch it.

B. Second Reflection Mirror

Need not disassemble the mirror holder. Using a swab with alcohol, clean the mirror
directly.

Red-pointer
Beam Combiner Holder
Holder

1st Reflection Mirror Holder

Window cover
1st Reflection Mirror Set

1st Reflection Mirror Fixture

Beam Combiner

Fig. 6-3 First reflection mirror assembly

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6.2 Adjustment

Mirror Alignment Procedure

CAUTION!
This procedure requires overrule of the safety interlock system. The laser emits
dangerous invisible radiation. Be extremely careful to avoid eye or skin exposure to
direct or scattered radiation.
Please follow all instructions exactly. Observe all relevant safety regulations at all
times.
YOU MUST WEAR APPROPRIATE LASER SAFETY GOGGLES FOR THIS
PROCEDURE.

Tools required:
1. Laser safety goggles
2. Thermal print fax paper (the greasy kind that turns gray if you scratch it)
3. Double sided tape (low tack, i.e. can be easily removed)
4. Allen wrenches (or, better yet, Allen-head ball drivers): 1.2, and 2.5 mm

Alignment Procedure
STEP 1
Enter the ALIGNMENT MODE submenu as follow:
1.WORK DISPLAY Color setup Alignment mode
2.FILE MANAGER Color control Power 1 %
*3.LASER PARAMETER Laser tickle setup Continuous off
4.SYSTEM SETUP Alignment mode

STEP 2
Disassemble laser (rear) cover, then first reflection mirror assembly cover. (Refer to
Fig. 6-3)

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STEP 3
Cut off about 2.5 cm of thermal paper and attach it to the double side tape with the
greasy side out. First, Attach the tape to the second reflector on the side laser beam
enters. If you run your finger or fingernail lightly along the opening under the fax
paper, a gray outline of the opening appears, which is useful in centering the beam.

STEP 4
Press TEST button to force laser emission. The laser beam should be delivered
through the center of the second reflector mirror. Observe the spot on the thermal
paper. If it is not located in the center, modify the beam path by tightening or
loosening the adjusting screws at the reflector holder.
STEP 5
The alignment of the first reflector is then completed.
STEP 6
Repeat step 3~5. Attach the tape onto the third reflector then adjust second reflector
holder.
The alignments of the first and second reflectors are then completed.
This alignment procedures must be performed by a fully trained service technician. If you
have any question, please get in touch with the local commercial agency or directly to the
LTT to get proper assistance.

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