Datalogic Arex 400 User Manual

Arex™ 400

Laser Marker

User’s Manual

Datalogic S.r.l.

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Arex™ 400 User’s Manual

Original Instructions

Ed.: 06/2019

This manual refers to Lighter™ Suite version 7.1.0 and later.

© 2018-2019 Datalogic S.p.A. and/or its affiliates

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Arex™ 400, Arex™, Lighter™ Suite, Marvis™ and Matrix™ are trademarks of Datalogic S.p.A.and/or its affiliates. All other trademarks and bands are property of their respective owners.

Datalogic shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein, nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of this material.

	Table of Contents
PREFACE ..............................................................................................................................................................................	VII
Conventions ...................................................................................................................................................................................	viii
General ...........................................................................................................................................................................................	viii
Model Description ............................................................................................................................................................................	ix
PRO Version ..............................................................................................................................................................................	ix
BASIC Version ...........................................................................................................................................................................	ix
CE Compliance ...................................................................................................................................................................................	x
FCC Compliance .................................................................................................................................................................................	x
EAC Compliance .................................................................................................................................................................................	x
UL Compliance ..................................................................................................................................................................................	xi
Laser Standards ..............................................................................................................................................................................	xii
Overview ..........................................................................................................................................................................................	xiii
Laser Source ...........................................................................................................................................................................	xiii
Galvanometric scan head ......................................................................................................................................................	xiii
Operation of a laser marker with galvanometric scanning ...............................................................................................	xiii
Marking Software ...................................................................................................................................................................	xiii
Important Warnings ..............................................................................................................................................................	xiv
INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................	.................................................... 1
Unpacking .........................................................................................................................................................................................	2
Contents of the packaging ..............................................................................................................................................................	4
On moisture condensation .............................................................................................................................................................	5
Note on moisture condensation .............................................................................................................................................	5
If moisture condensation occurs ............................................................................................................................................	5
How to avoid moisture condensation ....................................................................................................................................	5
Fixing and positioning .....................................................................................................................................................................	6
Control Rack installation .................................................................................................................................................................	7
Horizontal installation .............................................................................................................................................................	7
Vertical installation ..................................................................................................................................................................	9
Control rack mounting screws length ..................................................................................................................................	10
Scan Head installation ..................................................................................................................................................................	11
Scan head mounting screws length .....................................................................................................................................	14
Installation environment ..............................................................................................................................................................	15
Control rack .............................................................................................................................................................................	15
Scan Head ...............................................................................................................................................................................	16
Fume / Dust extractor ...................................................................................................................................................................	17
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................................	....................................... 18
Technical Characteristics ..............................................................................................................................................................	19
Product Description .......................................................................................................................................................................	20
Control rack .............................................................................................................................................................................	20
Scan head ................................................................................................................................................................................	21
Marking Area Specification ...........................................................................................................................................................	22
F-Theta Scan Lens for Arex™ 110-XXX, 120-XXX and A20-X6X ........................................................................................	22
F-Theta Scan Lens for Arex™ 130-X6X and 150-X6X .........................................................................................................	23
Green Spot .......................................................................................................................................................................................	24
Connectors Specifications .............................................................................................................................................................	25
Safety Circuit ...........................................................................................................................................................................	25
Control rack back panel connector ...............................................................................................................................	25
Muting Device .................................................................................................................................................................	27
Command Box (Laser Control) ..............................................................................................................................................	28

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Control rack back panel connector ................................................................................................................................	28
Muting Device .................................................................................................................................................................	29
Axes (I/O Control) ....................................................................................................................................................................	30
Control rack back panel connector ................................................................................................................................	30
Encoder ....................................................................................................................................................................................	31
Control rack back panel connector ................................................................................................................................	31
Photocell ..................................................................................................................................................................................	31
Control rack back panel connector ................................................................................................................................	31
Device Port 1 ...........................................................................................................................................................................	32
Control rack back panel connector ................................................................................................................................	32
Device Port 2 ...........................................................................................................................................................................	32
Control rack back panel connector ................................................................................................................................	32
RS232 (COM3) ..........................................................................................................................................................................	33
Control rack back panel connector ................................................................................................................................	33
Ext Focus .................................................................................................................................................................................	33
Scan head connector ......................................................................................................................................................	33
Input/Output specifications ..........................................................................................................................................................	34
Digital Input .............................................................................................................................................................................	34
Digital Output ..........................................................................................................................................................................	34
Laser Marker States .......................................................................................................................................................................	35
Normal Operation States .......................................................................................................................................................	35
Error States .............................................................................................................................................................................	35
Warning State .........................................................................................................................................................................	35
Control the Laser Marker States ...........................................................................................................................................	36
Key Selector mode ..........................................................................................................................................................	36
Command Box mode ......................................................................................................................................................	36
Timing Diagrams .............................................................................................................................................................................	37
Turning On sequence ..............................................................................................................................................................	37
Marking control signals behavior ..........................................................................................................................................	37
SW_Ready output signal (Ready to Mark mode) .................................................................................................................	38
Good\Bad output signal ........................................................................................................................................................	38
System_Alarm output signal .................................................................................................................................................	38
MARVIS™ I/O signals behavior ..............................................................................................................................................	39
Safety functions behavior ......................................................................................................................................................	39
Interlock behavior ...........................................................................................................................................................	39
Laser_Stop behavior .......................................................................................................................................................	39
Green Spot behavior ...............................................................................................................................................................	40
System Ready to Mark mode ........................................................................................................................................	40
Marking Confirmation mode .........................................................................................................................................	40
MARVIS Verification mode .............................................................................................................................................	40
Axes I/O signals behavior ......................................................................................................................................................	41
Lighter™ Suite marking software ..................................................................................................................................................	42
INSTALLATION AND SET UP...............................................................................................................................................	44
Connections .....................................................................................................................................................................................	45
Connecting Command Box connector ..................................................................................................................................	45
Connecting Safety Circuit connector .....................................................................................................................................	46
Connecting Power Supply cable ............................................................................................................................................	47
Connecting the Earth Ground ................................................................................................................................................	47
Local Mode Control connections ...........................................................................................................................................	48
Remote Mode Control connection ........................................................................................................................................	49
F-Theta scan lens protection cap removal ..................................................................................................................................	49
USE AND OPERATION.........................................................................................................................................................	50
First time boot .................................................................................................................................................................................	51
Turning On sequence ......................................................................................................................................................................	52
Sequence using Key Selector .................................................................................................................................................	52
Sequence Using Command Box .............................................................................................................................................	55
CUSTOMIZE THE LASER MARKER SOFTWARE ................................................................................................................	56
Change O.S. language and keyboard layout ................................................................................................................................	57
Change the LAN configuration and IP address ...........................................................................................................................	60
Change the video setting ...............................................................................................................................................................	63

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Remote desktop connection .........................................................................................................................................................	65
ACCESSORIES.......................................................................................................................................................................	66
Control Box ......................................................................................................................................................................................	67
Remote Start Foot Switch .............................................................................................................................................................	67
I/O interface ...................................................................................................................................................................................	68
DB25-to-Free Leads Cable ............................................................................................................................................................	68
MARVIS™ Add-on ............................................................................................................................................................................	69
MARVIS™ Mounting Bracket .................................................................................................................................................	69
MARVIS™ LED Ring Light ID 50mm - White ........................................................................................................................	69
Micrometric distance sensor kit ...................................................................................................................................................	70
M39 F-Theta protective cap ..........................................................................................................................................................	70
Starter Kit for Marking On the Fly (MOF) .....................................................................................................................................	71
Rack Handles ..................................................................................................................................................................................	71
Fume Extractor ...............................................................................................................................................................................	71
TECHNICAL SUPPORT .........................................................................................................................................................	72
Seals ................................................................................................................................................................................................	73
Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................................................................	74
F-Theta scan lens cleaning procedure .................................................................................................................................	74
Air filter cleaning procedure ..................................................................................................................................................	75
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................................	76
Service Interface .....................................................................................................................................................................	76
List of warning and error states ...........................................................................................................................................	77
List of problems related to laser marker states .................................................................................................................	77
List of most common problems ...........................................................................................................................................	78
Remote Assistance ........................................................................................................................................................................	79
Product Support and Customer Service .......................................................................................................................................	79
LABELS .............................................................................................................................................................	80
Labels ..............................................................................................................................................................................................	81
Positioning of external labels .......................................................................................................................................................	82
Positioning of labels on the control rack: ............................................................................................................................	82
Positioning of labels on the scan head: ...............................................................................................................................	82
Safety labels in local languages ...................................................................................................................................................	83
UNDERSTANDING SLO: SAFE LASER OFF ..............................................................................................	....... 84
Machine Safety ...............................................................................................................................................................................	85
Risk Assessment ............................................................................................................................................................................	86
Performance Level (PL) ..................................................................................................................................................................	87
Datalogic Laser Markers ...............................................................................................................................................................	87
SLO connection diagram ...............................................................................................................................................................	88
Safety Functions Of Arex™ 400 .....................................................................................................................................................	89
Arex™ XXX-X5X .......................................................................................................................................................................	89
Arex™ XXX-X6X .......................................................................................................................................................................	89
Example 1 ................................................................................................................................................................................	90
Example 2 ................................................................................................................................................................................	91
Example 3 ................................................................................................................................................................................	92
LASER SAFETY .................................................................................................................................................	93
Laser radiation ...............................................................................................................................................................................	95
Absorption of laser radiation ........................................................................................................................................................	96
Classification and danger level ....................................................................................................................................................	97
Degree of risk with radiation viewing conditions ......................................................................................................................	97
Direct viewing of the laser beam ..........................................................................................................................................	97
Viewing of a laser reflected beam ........................................................................................................................................	98
Viewing of direct laser beam from a fiber output ..............................................................................................................	98
Viewing of scattered laser beam ..........................................................................................................................................	98
N.O.H.D. determination and O.D. of protection goggles ............................................................................................................	99
Accidental vision of the reflected laser radiation .............................................................................................................	100
Filter scale index of the protection goggles ......................................................................................................................	100
Eyes and skin risks ......................................................................................................................................................................	100
General safety regulations ..........................................................................................................................................................	100
Other risks ....................................................................................................................................................................................	101

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USING MARKING SOFTWARE .......................................................................................................................	102
How to create and edit graphics layout ....................................................................................................................................	103
How to test and mark layout ......................................................................................................................................................	106
How to use Command Box signals to mark layout ..................................................................................................................	108
MOPA FIBER LASER ......................................................................................................................................	110
Laser marker operations .............................................................................................................................................................	111
Pulse Profile .........................................................................................................................................................................	113
Lighter™ Pulse Profile Configuration .........................................................................................................................................	115
Creating a document with multiple objects using a single pulse profile ......................................................................	115
Creating a document with multiple objects using different pulse profiles ...................................................................	116
MARKING SOFTWARE UPGRADE .................................................................................................................	118
How to update the marking software .......................................................................................................................................	119
RECOVER THE LASER MARKER....................................................................................................................	124
Overview .......................................................................................................................................................................................	125
How to recover the laser marker ...............................................................................................................................................	125
Recover the system: ............................................................................................................................................................	125
Initialize the Hardware ........................................................................................................................................................	128
Customize the marking software ......................................................................................................................................	129
MECHANICAL DRAWINGS .............................................................................................................................	130
Control Rack .................................................................................................................................................................................	131
Scan Head .....................................................................................................................................................................................	132

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Preface

CONVENTIONS starting on page viii

GENERAL starting on page viii

MODEL DESCRIPTION starting on page ix

CE COMPLIANCE starting on page x

FCC COMPLIANCE starting on page x

EAC COMPLIANCE starting on page x

UL COMPLIANCE starting on page xi

LASER STANDARDS starting on page xii

OVERVIEW starting on page xiii

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Conventions

Warnings

High Voltage

Laser Caution

This symbol identifies a hazard or procedure that, if incorrectly performed, could cause personal injury or result in equipment damage. It is also used to bring the user’s attention to details that are considered IMPORTANT.

This symbol alerts the user they are about to perform an action involving, either a dangerous level of voltage, or to warn against an action that could result in damage to devices or electrical shock.

This symbol alerts the user they are about to perform an action involving possible exposure to laser light radiation.

ESD

Notes

This symbol identifies a procedure that requires you take measures to prevent Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) e.g., use an ESD wrist strap. Circuit boards are most at risk. Please follow ESD procedures.

This symbol draws attention to details or procedures that may be useful in improving, maintaining, or enhancing the performance of the hardware or software being discussed.

General

Information included in this manual is intended for a qualified installer able to integrate the laser marker into a system, complying with all the protection features required by international rules and local legislations. Refer to the following sections for further information.

This manual refers to Arex™ 400 Fiber laser markers, that is a Class 4 Laser Product.

In addition to being professionally trained in their role, personnel assigned to work with laser marker must be informed and made acquainted with the risks inherent to invisible and visible laser radiation. The operator is required to carefully read the section of the manual concerning safety instructions as well as the sections related to matters falling under her/his responsibility.

Datalogic shall not be held responsible for any non-conforming use of laser marker of its manufacture.

WARNING

BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THE LASER, CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUAL.

NOTE

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Model Description

Model Description

Arex™ 400 laser markers are described by their model number which indicates the characteristics listed in the diagram below. Not all combinations are available. For a complete list of combinations see the Models tab on the Product page of the website.

AREX XXX-XXX

Laser Type	Power	F-Theta scan lens	Version	Operating System
1 = Pulsed Fiber	10 = 10W	3 = 160 S	5 = BASIC	4= Windows® 7
A = Fiber MOPA	20 = 20W	4 = 160L	6 = PRO
	30 = 30W	6 = 254 S
	50 = 50W	7 = 254 L
		9 = 100 L
		A = 330 L
		B = 420 L

PRO Version

•Wider power range selection

•Wider F-Theta scan lens selection

•High performance level for safety features

•High PC performance (powered by Intel® Celeron®)

•3x Ethernet ports 10/100/1000 Mbps

•High Precision Marking Field Center specifications

•Advanced software features

BASIC Version

•Models with power level 10W & 20W

•Basic performance level for safety features

•Basic PC performance (powered by Intel® Atom®)

•1x Ethernet port 10/100/1000 Mbps

•Basic Precision Marking Field Center specifications

•Basic software features

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CE Compliance

CE marking states the compliance of the product with essential requirements listed in the applicable European directive. Since the directives and applicable standards are subject to continuous updates, and since Datalogic promptly adopts these updates, therefore the EU declaration of conformity is a living document. The EU declaration of conformity is available for competent authorities and customers through Datalogic commercial reference contacts. Since April 20th, 2016 the main European directives applicable to Datalogic products require inclusion of an adequate analysis and assessment of the risk(s). This evaluation was carried out in relation to the applicable points of the standards listed in the Declaration of Conformity. Datalogic products are mainly designed for integration purposes into more complex systems. For this reason it is under the responsibility of the customer to do a new risk assessment regarding the final installation.

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

WARNING

FCC Compliance

Modifications or changes to this equipment without the expressed written approval of Datalogic could void the permission to use the equipment.

This laser marker complies with PART 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this laser marker may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this laser marker must accept any interference received, including interference which may cause undesired operation.

This laser marker has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This laser marker generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this laser marker in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.

EAC Compliance

Customs Union: this laser marker complies with CU Conformity certification; this allows the Product to bear the Eurasian Mark of conformity.

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UL Compliance

UL Compliance

Reading this manual prevents the operator from carrying out operations that could cause damage to himself or others.

Follow-Up Service Procedure issued on 2019-03-26.

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Laser Standards

This laser marker is classified as Class 4 Laser Product according to the following:

EU: EN60825-1

USA: 21 CFR 1040.10 China: GB7247-1

Datalogic, as manufacturer of laser products, provides a laser marker which is NOT intended for immediate use, but it must be connected, by others, to other devices which have the final aim of creating a laser processing system.

The final system manufacturer MUST ensure the safety of the laser processing machine according to its standards including the risk-analysis, implementation of safety measures, certification and testing of safety measures and the production of adequate information for use of the machine.

Datalogic is available for providing to the customers all the information in its possession to help in complying with applicable standards.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

CAUTION

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Overview

Overview

The Fiber laser marker developed and manufactured by Datalogic employs the most advanced technologies with regards to the opto-mechanical parts, the electronic control of laser beam power, communication and the overall safety of the entire marker.

The Arex™ 400 laser marker features a control rack and a scan head. The control rack size is standard 19" 2.5U. The scan head compact dimensions make it easy to integrate.

All product connections are on the rear or front of the control rack.

Laser Source

On Arex™ 400 laser marker it is used a sealed fiber laser source. This source is based on the new fiber solid state technology. It guaranties high stability, lower sensitivity to optical misalignment and a longer product lifetime.

Galvanometric scan head

The scan head features two deflection mirrors that deflect the beam in X and Y directions, depending on the graphics/pattern to be reproduced.

Operation of a laser marker with galvanometric scanning

During the marking the laser generates an invisible, high-energy infrared beam.

In order to obtain a more accurate focus, the laser beam is first enlarged using an optical expansion system and then deflected by a scanning system consisting of two mirrors mounted on galvanometric motors.

These mirrors deflect the beam in a controlled path along the X and Y axes; processing of the product surface occurs by coordinating the movement of the two mirrors and the turning on/off of the laser beam.

The deflected laser beam is focused by an F-Theta scan lens on the surface of the product.

Generally speaking, the marking is carried out within the focus plane of the F- Theta scan lens.

Marking Software

The Ligther™ marking software is preinstalled on the product.

Consult Lighter™ software user's manual for a proper use of the same.

NOTE

If necessary, consult “How to update the marking software” on page 97, to upgrade the preinstalled software.

NOTE

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Important Warnings

Access to the internal parts of the laser marker is allowed only to authorized personnel, duly qualified and trained with regards to risks of optical and electrical nature.

Datalogic declines any and all responsibility for work carried out on active parts by untrained or unauthorized personnel.

It is forbidden to change the intended use for which the product was designed and developed.

Datalogic declines any and all responsibility for improper use of its laser product.

WARNING

The integration and use of this laser marker is customer responsibility.

WARNING

Never expose reflecting surfaces to laser radiation!

The reflected laser beam may cause damage to laser marker.

WARNING

Laser marking interacts with materials through, for example, a thermal carbonization process which may lead to the emission of fumes, dust and vapors.

Adequate fume/dust extractor and treatment must be provided by customer!

WARNING

Marking PVC (or other plastic material) can cause the release of chlorine gas which can be harmful to the laser operator and to the laser marker itself. Always use adequate

fume extractor during PVC and plastic marking.

WARNING

It is the responsibility of the customer to install the laser marker in proper safety condition!

WARNING

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Chapter 1

Installation

UNPACKING starting on page 2

CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGING starting on page 4

ON MOISTURE CONDENSATION starting on page 5

FIXING AND POSITIONING starting on page 6

CONTROL RACK INSTALLATION starting on page 7

SCAN HEAD INSTALLATION starting on page 11

INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT starting on page 15

FUME / DUST EXTRACTOR starting on page 17

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Unpacking

Control rack and scan head are joined by a connection cable 3 meters long, referred as Head Cable. Control rack and scan head are NOT separable.

WARNING

Be extremely careful to not damage the connection cable between scan head and control rack.

WARNING

To avoid damaging or breaking the optical fiber, never subject the Head Cable to a bending radius below the limits specified in the technical specification table (see

“Technical Characteristics” on page 19).

WARNING

The Arex™ 400 laser marker is a delicate optical device, that can be damage by shock and vibrations.

WARNING

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Unpacking

Before installing or operating the laser marker, you should:

-Inspect the shipping container for damage

-Inspect the laser marker for signs of damage

-Confirm that the shipping box contains all items on the shipping inventory list including any accessories

When unpacking the laser marker from the shipping box you should:

-Remove the accessories and documentations

-Carefully remove the laser marker from the packaging using both hands

Figure 1: Unpacking

Keep all packing materials until the laser has been inspected for completeness and damage. If something is missing or defective, call Datalogic (see “Product Support and Customer Service” on page 79 for contact details).

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Contents of the packaging

		3x
Control Rack	Scan Head	Power Supply cables

Rack Fixing Brackets							Command Box	Safety Circuit
(Only for XXX-X6X models)							MUTING DEVICE	MUTING DEVICE

Safety labels

USB Recovery Disk

Selector Keys

VGA to DVI Adapter	Test report and sample test
Scan Head Fixing Bracket	plate
(Only for XXX-X6X models)

Quick Reference Guide

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On moisture condensation

On moisture condensation

If the laser marker is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the laser product. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the laser marker.

Note on moisture condensation

Moisture may condense when you bring the laser marker from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) and when you use the laser marker in a humid place.

If moisture condensation occurs

Turn off the laser marker and wait about 1 hour for the moisture to evaporate.

How to avoid moisture condensation

Before moving the laser marker from a cold place into a warm place, put it in a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the ambient temperature (after about 1 hour).

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Fixing and positioning

WARNING

WARNING

WARNING

NOTE

NOTE

Fix the laser marker according to instructions shown in the figures.

It is mandatory to secure the laser marker before you start marking, since improper securing or positioning may cause serious damage.

Do not secure the laser marker in a way other than the one described in the figure.

Introduction of optical or mechanical surfaces, such as mechanical shutters or additional protective glass, between F-Theta scan lens output and marking surface may case optical feedback into the laser marker.

Optical induced damage caused to laser marker by reflection from external surfaces is not covered by warranty.

In order to prevent marking distortions, avoid vibrations and bumps during the marking process!

It is recommended to install the scan head on a positioning Z-axis system for accurate mounting at focal distance!

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Control Rack installation

Control Rack installation

Horizontal installation

The control rack must be positioned in a safe manner, following the recommendations below:

Figure 2: Control rack horizontal positioning

The control rack can be installed on a standard 19" rack cabinet using the fixing brackets supplied as a standard equipment with XXX-X6X models and as an accessory for XXX-X5X models (see "Rack Handles" on page 71).

The figure below shows the fixing points for installation in a rack cabinet. Rack handles for an easier installation are available as an accessory (see "Rack Handles" on page 71).

Using the fixing brackets is possible to install the control rack in three different positions inside the cabinet:

Figure 3: Control rack fixing bracket mounting configuration

All dimensions are in millimeters.

NOTE

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Using this position the fixing brackets are aligned with the console.

Figure 4: Control rack fixing brackets mounting position 1

Using this position the fixing brackets are aligned with the frontal grid panel.

Figure 5: Control rack fixing brackets mounting position 2

Use this position if you want to use a pre-existing integration for AREX™ 3 and it is required that the back panel of AREX™ 400 is in the same position as the back panel of AREX™ 3 inside the cabinet.

Figure 6: Control rack fixing brackets mounting position 3

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Control Rack installation

Vertical installation

The control rack must be positioned in a safe manner, following the recommendations below.

The feet must be removed from the bottom of the control rack and installed on the left side of the control rack using the appropriate fixing points. Tightening torque = 0.5 Nm.

NOTE

Figure 7: Control rack vertical positioning

The control rack MUST be fixed to a side wall using the appropriate fixing points placed on the bottom of the control rack.

WARNING

Figure 8: Control rack fixing points for vertical installation

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Control rack mounting screws length

To determine the length of the mounting screws, consider the thickness of the mounting plate and the thickness of the washer.

Control rack

7 mm

Mounting plate thickness

Washer thickness

M4 screw

Figure 9: Length of mounting screws

Mounting holes depth is = 7mm. Tightening torque = 2 Nm.

NOTE

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Scan Head installation

Scan Head installation

The scan head can be installed in any orientation and must be fixed to a suitable base (not supplied by Datalogic) using the dedicated threaded holes and the high precisions slotted seats:

Figure 10: Fixing points on scan head (bottom view)

All dimensions are in millimeters.

NOTE

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Installation

A fixing bracket for scan head is provided to offer dedicated threaded holes designed to be fully compatible with Arex™ 3 products:

Focusing Beam output

Figure 11: Fixing points on scan head (back compatibility with Arex™ 3)

If the scan head is mounted on an existing support suitable for Arex™ 3, the Arex™ 400 focusing beam diode may be covered.

WARNING

All dimensions are in millimeters.

NOTE

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Scan Head installation

It is also possible to mount the scan head sideways using dedicated threaded holes:

Figure 12: Fixing points on scan head side

All dimensions are in millimeters.

NOTE

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Scan head mounting screws length

To determine the length of the mounting screws, consider the thickness of the mounting plate and the thickness of the washer.

Scan Head

4 mm

Mounting plate thickness

Washer thickness

M5 screw

Figure 13: Length of mounting screws

Mounting holes depth is = 4mm. Tightening torque = 2 Nm.

NOTE

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Installation environment

Installation environment

Control rack

The control rack must be installed in a suitable environment in order to allow proper air flow and correct housing of the cables.

The control rack uses a forced air cooling system: an adequate air flow is necessary to guarantee its correct cooling. Install the control rack so that air flow is not obstructed. Moreover, do not install it near a heat source.

If not enough space is provided, the temperature inside the control rack could rise, causing temperature error.

WARNING

Clean the air filter when it is dirty. If the air filter is dirty, insufficient air-flow might not ensure correct cooling and might stop the marking operation. Clean or replace the air filter periodically.

≥300mm

Figure 14: Control rack installation environment

DO NOT place heavy objects on top of the control rack!

WARNING

The control rack IP rating is IP31 in horizontal position, otherwise IP30.

NOTE

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Scan Head

The scan head must be installed in a suitable environment in order to allow proper air flow and correct housing of the cables.

The scan head uses a passive air cooling system: an adequate air flow is necessary to guarantee its correct cooling. Install the scan head so that air flow is not obstructed. Moreover, do not install it near a heat source.

If not enough space is provided, the temperature inside the control rack could rise,

causing temperature error.

WARNING

Figure 15: Scan head installation environment

The scan head IP rating is IP64 not considering F-Theta scan lens.

NOTE

To ensure a complete IP64 protection for 160S and 254S F-Theta scan lenses use the proper accessory (see "M39 F-Theta protective cap" on page 70).

NOTE

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