Roland DE-3 User Manual
User's Manual
1. Getting Started
2. Basic Operation
3. Basic Engraving
Methods
4. Maintenance
5.
Various Engraving
Methods
6. Appendix
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Contents
Contents ..............................................................................................................................................................................................1
Chapter 1 Getting Started ................................................................................................4
About This Machine ........................................................................................................................................................................5
Features of This Machine ..............................................................................................................................................5
Part Names and Functions ............................................................................................................................................................6
Front and Interior ............................................................................................................................................................6
Side .......................................................................................................................................................................................7
Handy Panel ......................................................................................................................................................................8
Viewing the Handy Panel Screen ..............................................................................................................................9
Menu List .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Main Menu ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10
File Menu ......................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Origin-setting Menu ................................................................................................................................................... 11
Chapter 2 Basic Operation .............................................................................................12
Emergency Stop to Ensure Safety ........................................................................................................................................... 13
How to Perform an Emergency Stop .................................................................................................................... 13
Canceling an Emergency Stop ................................................................................................................................ 13
Switching the Power On or O ................................................................................................................................................ 16
Switching the Power On ............................................................................................................................................ 16
Switching the Power O ............................................................................................................................................17
Moving the Tool ............................................................................................................................................................................. 18
Terms of Tool Position................................................................................................................................................. 18
Display Example of Tool Position............................................................................................................................18
Moving to the Desired Position .............................................................................................................................. 19
Moving to the Specied Position ........................................................................................................................... 20
Pausing and Aborting ................................................................................................................................................................. 21
Pausing and Resuming Engraving ......................................................................................................................... 21
Aborting Engraving ..................................................................................................................................................... 23
Chapter 3 Basic Engraving Methods ............................................................................24
Checks and Preparation before Engraving .......................................................................................................................... 25
Checking the Flow of Engraving Operation ....................................................................................................... 25
Checking Engravable Workpieces .......................................................................................................................... 26
Determining the Item to Create and Required Material and Tool .............................................................. 27
Creating Engraving Data ............................................................................................................................................................ 28
Step 1: Starting Dr. Engrave Plus ............................................................................................................................28
Step 2: Creating a Shape ........................................................................................................................................... 30
Step 3: Loading an Image ......................................................................................................................................... 31
Step 4: Entering Text ................................................................................................................................................... 33
Step 5: Setting the Engraving Parameters .......................................................................................................... 35
Step 6: Saving Engraving Data ................................................................................................................................ 37
Starting Engraving ........................................................................................................................................................................ 38
Step 1: Setting the Workpiece ................................................................................................................................. 38
Step 2: Setting the XY Origin ................................................................................................................................... 39
Step 3: Installing a Character Cutter/Parallel Cutter ........................................................................................ 41
Step 4: Checking the Engraving Parameters ...................................................................................................... 51
Step 5: Starting Engraving ........................................................................................................................................ 54
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Other Basic Operations ............................................................................................................................................................... 56
Adjusting the Tool Feeding Speed and the Number of Rotations during Engraving (Override) .... 56
Attaching the Vacuum Adapter .............................................................................................................................. 58
Setting the Lock Lever ................................................................................................................................................ 62
Changing the Operation Mode ............................................................................................................................... 63
Setting the Avoidance Height of the Tool to Match the Workpiece Shape ............................................ 64
Chapter 4 Maintenance ..................................................................................................66
Maintenance Precautions .......................................................................................................................................................... 67
Daily Care ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 68
Cleaning after Engraving Finishes ......................................................................................................................... 68
Cleaning Inside the Spindle Unit Cover ............................................................................................................... 69
Storing the Cutter ........................................................................................................................................................ 70
Replacing Consumable Parts .................................................................................................................................................... 71
Replacing the Spindle Unit ....................................................................................................................................... 71
Replacing the Resin Nose Cone .............................................................................................................................. 73
Correction ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 75
Distance Correction..................................................................................................................................................... 75
Laser Correction ........................................................................................................................................................... 75
When Moving the Machine ....................................................................................................................................................... 78
When the Machine Has Not Been Used for a Prolonged Period .................................................................................. 80
Spindle Run-in (Warm-up) ........................................................................................................................................ 80
Chapter 5 Various Engraving Methods .........................................................................82
Nose Unit Overview and Precautions .................................................................................................................................... 83
The Role of the Nose Unit ......................................................................................................................................... 83
Nose Unit Limitations ................................................................................................................................................. 83
When Using Nose Unit ............................................................................................................................................... 84
Using Various Tools ....................................................................................................................................................................... 85
Determining the Item to Create and Required Material and Tool .............................................................. 85
Considering Engraving Parameters ....................................................................................................................... 87
Using a Diamond Scraper ......................................................................................................................................... 88
Using an End Mill ......................................................................................................................................................... 97
Using a Character Cutter/Parallel Cutter (without Nose Unit) ...................................................................104
Surface Leveling of the Workpiece Table ............................................................................................................................114
Previewing before Engraving .................................................................................................................................................118
Checking the Cutting Path of the Tool (Path Preview)..................................................................................118
Checking the Four Corners of the Engraving Area (Area Preview) ..........................................................119
Checking Any Point on Engraving Data Using a Workpiece (Point Preview) .......................................121
Repeating the Same Engraving .............................................................................................................................................123
Things You Can Do When Creating Engraving Data .......................................................................................................124
Making Use of Layers ................................................................................................................................................124
Chapter 6 Appendix ......................................................................................................125
Troubleshooting (Machine Problems) .................................................................................................................................126
The Power Does Not Turn On ................................................................................................................................126
Initial Operations Are Not Performed or Fail ....................................................................................................126
The Operation Button Does Not Respond When Pushed ...........................................................................126
The USB Cable/LAN Cable Has Come Loose during Engraving.................................................................126
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The Machine Does Not Move When Engraving Data Is Sent ......................................................................127
The Spindle rotates but Does Not Move From Its Position When Engraving Data Is Sent ..............127
The Spindle Does Not Rotate .................................................................................................................................127
Descent Does Not Stop ............................................................................................................................................128
Loud Noise or Unpleasant Noise during Engraving ......................................................................................129
Troubleshooting (Engraving Quality Problems) ..............................................................................................................130
Engraving Is Not Performed on the Expected Position ................................................................................130
Cutting-in Depth Is Not Uniform (When Nose Unit Is Used) ...................................................................... 130
Cutting-in Depth Is Not Uniform (When Nose Unit Is Not Used) .............................................................. 130
The Tool Leaves Tracks at Places Where Cutting-in Starts or Where Lines Change Direction ........131
An Engraved Bottom Surface Is Rough or Burring Remains ......................................................................131
Engraved Lines Are Uneven or Wavy ..................................................................................................................132
Troubleshooting (Installation) ................................................................................................................................................133
Driver Installation Is Impossible ............................................................................................................................133
Uninstalling the Driver .............................................................................................................................................137
Installing the Driver Separately.............................................................................................................................140
Installing the Software and the Electronic-format Manual Separately ..................................................142
Responding to an Error Message ..........................................................................................................................................144
"1000-000*" The % limit switch was not found. ..............................................................................................145
"1017-0000" The cover was opened during the spindle rotating. ............................................................145
"1023-0000" (RML-1) The number of the parameters is incorrect. ...........................................................146
"1024-0000" (RML-1) The parameter is out of range. ....................................................................................146
"1025-0000" (RML-1) A wrong command is detected...................................................................................147
"1029-0000" The spindle experienced an overload. ......................................................................................147
"102A-000*" The spindle experienced overcurrent. ......................................................................................148
"102B-0000" The spindle motor temperature is too high. ..........................................................................149
"102D-0000" The spindle cannot be turned. ....................................................................................................150
"1044-0000" The automatic Z0 setting failed...................................................................................................150
Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels ...........................................................................................151
Connector Specications .........................................................................................................................................................152
Expansion Port ............................................................................................................................................................152
Machine Specications .............................................................................................................................................................153
External View ...............................................................................................................................................................153
Work Area......................................................................................................................................................................154
Workpiece Table Installation Area Dimensional Drawing ...........................................................................155
Laser Pointer Irradiation Area ................................................................................................................................155
Main Specications ...................................................................................................................................................156
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Chapter 1 Getting Started
About This Machine ............................................................................................................................5
Features of This Machine ......................................................................................................5
Part Names and Functions ...............................................................................................................6
Front and Interior ....................................................................................................................6
Side ...............................................................................................................................................7
Handy Panel ..............................................................................................................................8
Viewing the Handy Panel Screen .......................................................................................9
Menu List ............................................................................................................................................. 10
Main Menu .............................................................................................................................. 10
File Menu ................................................................................................................................. 11
Origin-setting Menu ............................................................................................................ 11
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Chapter 1 Getting Started
About This Machine
Features of This Machine
This machine is a desktop engraving machine. It can be used in a variety of applications such as making
personalized gifts and accessories by engraving names and creating signboards and industrial products.
• Accommodates various engraving methods
This machine achieves expressive, high-quality engraving of a wide range of types, from contouring and ll,
to hollowing and scribing.
• Outstanding basic performance
The spacious operating area measuring 305 × 230 × 40 mm (W × D × H; 12.0 × 9.1 × 1.6 in.) and the highspeed spindle that turns at up to 20,000 rpm make for rapid engraving.
• Preview function for preventing failures
You can conrm the engraving area in advance using the laser pointer. By conrming which area of the
workpiece will actually be engraved in advance, you can perform engraving on any location you want.
• Designed for ease of use
You control machine operation using a handy panel that is separate from the machine. This lets you control
the machine from a location aording a clear view of the workpiece and tool. You can also make settings for
the machine simply and easily while viewing the display screen on the handy panel.
• Automatic Z control feature
The machine oers an automatic Z control feature that makes possible engraving at a uniform depth, even
on workpieces with wavy surfaces.
(Trackable undulation height: gentle undulations of about 1 mm (0.04 in.))
• High levels of safety
A front cover and an emergency stop button are standard features of the machine.
Chapter 1 Getting Started
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Part Names and Functions
Front and Interior
1
2
3
Spindle head*
546 7
* In this document, the mechanisms around the spindle unit, including the spindle motor, are called the
"spindle head." Also, the rotary-axis area inside the spindle unit is called the "spindle."
No. Part Overview
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Front cover
Emergency stop button
Workpiece table The workpiece to be engraved is mounted on this table.
Handy Panel
Laser pointer Laser irradiation is applied from here.
Spindle unit Install the tool here.
Lock lever
To ensure safety, opening this during engraving or spindle rotation
causes an emergency stop to occur.
Press this in an emergency to interrupt this machine's power supply.
" P. 13 “Emergency Stop to Ensure Safety”
This is used to perform tool movement and other machine
operations, and to make various settings.
" P.8 “Handy Panel”
This locks or unlocks the spindle head.
" P. 62 “Setting the Lock Lever”
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Side
Right Side
No. Part Overview
1
2
Power switch
Power cord connector This is for connecting a power cord.
This switches this machine's power on or off.
" P.16 “Switching the Power On or Off”
Part Names and Functions
1
2
Left Side
3
4
5
No. Part Overview
3
4
5
LAN connector
USB connector
Expansion port
This is for connecting a LAN cable.
" Setup Guide "Connecting the LAN Cable"
This is for connecting a USB cable.
" Setup Guide "Connecting the USB Cable"
This is a connector for external equipment.
" P. 152 “Expansion Port”
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Part Names and Functions
Handy Panel
This is used to perform tool movement and other machine operations, and to make various settings. Close the
front cover, then perform the operation of the handy panel.
Display screen
Menus, messages, etc. are displayed here.
" P.9 “Viewing the Handy Panel Screen”
Operation button
For details, see table below.
Operation button Functional overview
Pressing this changes the menu screen. Hold down
and press this button to return to the main screen.
This executes a selected on-screen item or conrms a
selected item or value. Pressing this during engraving
pauses operation and displays the PAUSE menu.
Holding this down for one second or longer while the
spindle is stopped makes spindle rotation start. Pressing
this during spindle rotation stops rotation.
This sets the reference point for the engraving position.
Hold down
off the irradiation from the laser pointer.
This sets the reference point for the engraving position. [ORG.Z]
These move the tool forward and backward, and to the left
and right.
These move the tool up and down.
and press this button to switch on and
FILE
Menu/Top
Enter/Pause
Spindle
X/Y-axis Origin
Setting/Laser
Pointer
Z-axis Origin
Setting
File Operates the data in the memory of this machine. [FILE]
Move
Z-axis
Movement
Notation used in this
document
[MENU/TOP]
[ENTER/PAUSE]
[SPINDLE]
[ORG.XY/POINTER]
[
] [ ] [ ] [ ]
[+Z]
[-Z]
Pressing a Movement or Z-axis Movement button while
Feed/Shift
Dial
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holding down this button makes the tool move rapidly. This
is also used as a shift key by pressing it at the same time
as other buttons.
This adjusts the movement of the tool and the number of
rotations of the spindle. You use this to select items and
change settings on the menu screen.
[Dial]
Viewing the Handy Panel Screen
(Main screen)
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Part Names and Functions
012345678901234567 READY
X 50.00mm
Y 30.00mm
XYZ 100%
S 100%
Z 20.00mm S 5000rpm
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No. Part Overview
When the laser pointer function is turned on, this icon appears. When
1
2
3
4
5
6
Laser pointer on/off
Status display
Current values of the
tool/laser pointer
Override
Spindle load Indicates the increase in load as the gauge increases to the right.
Number of rotations
of the spindle
the laser pointer function is turned on, the current values of the laser
pointer are displayed on the handy panel.
Displays the status of the machine such as [READY], [BUSY], and
[PAUSE].
When the laser pointer function is off, this displays the current values
of the tool seen from the user origin. When the laser pointer function
is on, this displays the current values of the laser pointer seen from
the user origin.
" P. 39 “Step 2: Setting the XY Origin”
Displays the ratio of change (unit: %) relative to the present feeding
speed (XYZ) and the spindle rotating speed (S). The override setting
is only displayed during engraving.
Displays the number of spindle rotations per minute.
6
2
4
5
Chapter 1 Getting Started
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Main screen
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Turn the [Dial] to move the cursor on the screen or change the setting values.
* Press + [MENU] to return to the main screen.
" P.20
Press [MENU] to return to the
previous screen.(*)
[ENTER]
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Press [MENU] to return to the
previous screen.(*)
012345678901234567 READY
IP
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SUBNET
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Main screen
Menu List
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Origin-setting Menu
Main screen
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• Turn the [Dial] to move the cursor on the screen.
• Use [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [+Z], and [−Z] to change the settings.
• Press [MENU] to return to the main screen.
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Chapter 2 Basic Operation
Emergency Stop to Ensure Safety .............................................................................................. 13
How to Perform an Emergency Stop ............................................................................. 13
Canceling an Emergency Stop.........................................................................................13
Switching the Power On or O .................................................................................................... 16
Switching the Power On ....................................................................................................16
Switching the Power O ....................................................................................................17
Moving the Tool ................................................................................................................................ 18
Terms of Tool Position ......................................................................................................... 18
Display Example of Tool Position ....................................................................................18
Moving to the Desired Position .......................................................................................19
Moving to the Specied Position ...................................................................................20
Pausing and Aborting ..................................................................................................................... 21
Pausing and Resuming Engraving .................................................................................21
Aborting Engraving ............................................................................................................. 23
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Emergency Stop to Ensure Safety
How to Perform an Emergency Stop
Procedure
Press the emergency stop button.
Operation stops immediately.
Emergency stop button
Canceling an Emergency Stop
Procedure
Switch off the power switch.
A
OFF
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Emergency Stop to Ensure Safety
Turn the button in the direction of the arrows.
B
The button goes up, and the emergency stop is canceled.
Switch on the power switch.
C
Emergency stop button
ON
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Emergency Stop to Ensure Safety
When the screen shown below appears after approximately three seconds, press [ENTER/
D
PAUSE].
The spindle head moves to the left of the back of this machine (this movement at the machine's startup
is called the "initial operation").
Hit [ENTER] key.
Vxxx
* "XXX" indicates the version
number of the machine's
rmware.
When the initial operation is complete, the main screen appears.
012345678901234567 READY
X 15.00mm
Y 23.00mm
Z 0.00mm S 5000rpm
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Switching the Power On or Off
Switching the Power On
When the machine is connected to a computer, install the driver, and then turn on the power.
" Setup Guide "Installing the Software"
Procedure
Close the front cover.
A
Switch on the power switch.
B
ON
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Switching the Power On or Off
When the screen shown below appears after approximately three seconds, press [ENTER/
C
PAUSE].
The spindle head moves to the left of the back of this machine (this movement at the machine's startup
is called the "initial operation").
Hit [ENTER] key.
Vxxx
* "XXX" indicates the version
number of the machine's
rmware.
When the initial operation is complete, the following screen appears.
012345678901234567 READY
X 15.00mm
Y 23.00mm
Z 0.00mm S 5000rpm
MEMO
The factory default setting for the language used for on-screen display is English. For the method to
change the display language to Japanese, see the Setup Guide.
Switching the Power Off
Procedure
Make sure the machine is not in operation, then turn off the power switch.
The display screen on the handy panel goes dark.
OFF
O
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XYZ 100%
X 35.00mm
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Moving the Tool
Terms of Tool Position
This manual uses the following terms to indicate the position of the tool.
Terms Overview
These refer to the numerical values that indicate the position of the tool on each of the X/Y/Z axis. They are represented
along with the axis, and the values are represented as positive or negative numbers.
(Representation)
Coordinates
The following are the two types of coordinates.
• "Machine coordinates": Coordinates whose origin is a machine-specic origin (machine origin) that
cannot be changed.
• "User coordinates": Coordinates whose origin is an origin that can be changed by the user (user origin).
Origin This refers to the origin ("0" position) of coordinates.
X-axis
coordinate
Y-axis
coordinate
Z-axis
coordinate
This refers to the distance from the origin of the X
axis direction (horizontal direction when the table is
seen from directly above).
This refers to the distance from the origin of the Y
axis direction (vertical direction when the table is
seen from directly above).
This refers to the distance from the origin of the Z
axis direction (height direction).
Axis Distance from the origin
Display Example of Tool Position
¾ When the tool has moved from the origin by 50 mm (2.0 in.) along the X axis, 30 mm (1.2 in.) along the Y
axis, and 20 mm (0.8 in.) along the Z axis.
Origin
Z
Y
X
Origin
50 mm (2.0 in.)
This tool position is displayed on the handy panel's main screen as shown below.
20 mm (0.8 in.)
30 mm (1.2 in.)
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Y 30.00mm
Z 20.00mm S 5000rpm
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Actual tool position
ORIGIN SET Z
Moving the Tool
Moving to the Desired Position
When the screens shown below are displayed on the handy panel, you can move the tool manually using the
[Dial] or the Movement buttons.
Screens on the handy panel
Main screen
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X 15.00mm
Y 23.00mm
Z 0.00mm S 5000rpm
Movement along the X, Y, and
Z axes with the [Dial] or
Movement buttons
When setting the XY origin
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ORIGIN SET XY
XY X Y
X 38.88mm
Y 17.00mm
Movement along the X and
Y axes only with the
Movement buttons
Procedure
Close the front cover and press [ENTER/PAUSE].
A
Press the Movement buttons or turn the [Dial].
B
• Each single press of [
• Holding down [
• Holding down while pressing and holding [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [+Z], or [-Z] performs rapid continuous
movement.
• Turning the [Dial] performs movement by 0.01 mm (0.0004 in.) at a time.
The cursor moves to a dierent axis on the screen on the handy panel. You can change the axis to move by
pressing the Movement buttons in advance.
], [ ], [ ], [ ], [+Z], or [-Z] performs movement by 0.01 mm (0.0004 in.).
], [ ], [ ], [ ], [+Z], or [-Z] performs slow continuous movement.
When setting the Z origin
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Z0
Z -30.00mm
Movement along the Z axis
only with the Movement
buttons
Axis to move Movement buttons
MEMO
This operation cannot be performed while the front cover is open.
[
X
Y
Z
] [ ]
] [ ]
[
[+Z] [−Z]
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Moving the Tool
Moving to the Specied Position
The spindle head automatically moves to the predetermined position through the operation of the handy panel.
Procedure
Close the front cover and press [ENTER/PAUSE].
A
On the main screen, press [MENU/TOP].
B
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X 15.00mm
Y 23.00mm
Z 0.00mm S 5000rpm
Turn the [Dial] and select the movement destination.
C
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MOVE
VIEW POSITION
CENTER
USER ORIGIN XY
Target for moving to a
MENU Movement position explanation
This is the left-back position on the workpiece table. You
VIEW POSITION
CENTER
USER ORIGIN XY
MACHINE ORIGN
XY
* LP: Laser pointer
Press [ENTER/PAUSE].
D
When movement by this operation is performed, to avoid contact with the workpiece, the tool or laser
pointer rst rises to the highest point along the Z axis, and then moves to the selected position.
Press [MENU/TOP] several times to return to the main screen.
E
use it in situations such as when mounting or removing a
workpiece, or when checking the state of the workpiece. In
this manual, this position is called the "view position."
This is the center position on the workpiece table. Use this
function when replacing the tool, cleaning the spindle unit, etc.
This is the location where the X- and Y-axis coordinates are "0"
in the user coordinates. This XY origin point can be changed.
" P. 39 “Setting the XY Origin”
This is the location where the X- and Y-axis coordinates are
both "0" in machine coordinate. This XY origin point is xed
for this machine and cannot be changed.
specied location
LP OFF LP ON
Tool tip
Tool tip
LP
LP
LP
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Pausing and Aborting
Pausing and Resuming Engraving
This pauses engraving through operation using the handy panel. This also makes it possible to resume engraving
at the paused position after an operation such as moving the tool to check the status of the workpiece.
Procedure
While operation is in progress, press [ENTER/PAUSE].
A
The tool moves to the upper limit of the Z axis, and then rotation stops.
The following window is displayed.
" P. 22 "When Checking the Status of the Workpiece by Moving the Tool"
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X 15.00mm
Y 23.00mm
XYZ 100%
S 100%
Z 0.00mm S 5000rpm
If the front cover is open, close it, and then press [ENTER/PAUSE].
B
Press [ENTER/PAUSE].
C
The following window is displayed.
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Resume cutting?
Yes No CancelJob
Turn the [Dial] and select [Yes].
D
Press [ENTER/PAUSE] to conrm.
E
The main screen appears again and engraving resumes.
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Pausing and Aborting
When Checking the Status of the Workpiece by Moving the Tool
Procedure
Press [MENU/TOP] several times to display the following screen.
A
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MOVE
VIEW POSITION
CENTER
USER ORIGIN XY
Select [VIEW POSITION] using the [Dial].
B
Press [ENTER/PAUSE] to conrm.
C
The tool moves to the view position at the left side of the back.
" P. 20 "Moving to the Specied Position"
Press [MENU/TOP] several times to return to the main screen.
D
The main screen in the paused state appears again.
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X 15.00mm
Y 23.00mm
XYZ 100%
S 100%
Z 0.00mm S 5000rpm
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Aborting Engraving
Procedure
While operation is in progress, press [ENTER/PAUSE].
A
The tool moves to the upper limit of the Z axis, and then rotation stops.
The following window is displayed.
" P. 22 "When Checking the Status of the Workpiece by Moving the Tool"
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X 15.00mm
Y 23.00mm
XYZ 100%
S 100%
Z 0.00mm S 5000rpm
Pausing and Aborting
Press [ENTER/PAUSE].
B
The following window is displayed.
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Resume cutting?
Yes No CancelJob
Turn the [Dial] and select [CancelJob].
C
Press [ENTER/PAUSE] to conrm.
D
The following window is displayed.
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Canceling cutting.
Wait a moment please...
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Chapter 3 Basic Engraving Methods
Checks and Preparation before Engraving..............................................................................25
Checking the Flow of Engraving Operation ...............................................................25
Checking Engravable Workpieces .................................................................................. 26
Determining the Item to Create and Required Material and Tool ...................... 27
Creating Engraving Data................................................................................................................28
Step 1: Starting Dr. Engrave Plus .....................................................................................28
Step 2: Creating a Shape .................................................................................................... 30
Step 3: Loading an Image .................................................................................................. 31
Step 4: Entering Text ............................................................................................................ 33
Step 5: Setting the Engraving Parameters ...................................................................35
Step 6: Saving Engraving Data.........................................................................................37
Starting Engraving ........................................................................................................................... 38
Step 1: Setting the Workpiece .........................................................................................38
Step 2: Setting the XY Origin ............................................................................................ 39
Step 3: Installing a Character Cutter/Parallel Cutter ................................................41
Step 4: Checking the Engraving Parameters ..............................................................51
Step 5: Starting Engraving ................................................................................................ 54
Other Basic Operations .................................................................................................................. 56
Adjusting the Tool Feeding Speed and the Number of Rotations
during Engraving (Override) ............................................................................................ 56
Attaching the Vacuum Adapter ....................................................................................... 58
Setting the Lock Lever ........................................................................................................ 62
Changing the Operation Mode ....................................................................................... 63
Setting the Avoidance Height of the Tool to Match the Workpiece Shape ..... 64
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Checks and Preparation before Engraving
Checking the Flow of Engraving Operation
P. 25 "Checks and Preparation before Engraving"
Check the conditions, material and tool required to start engraving.
P. 26 "Checking Engravable Workpieces"
P. 27 "Determining the Item to Create and Required Material and Tool"
P. 28 "Creating Engraving Data"
Create engraving data using Dr. Engrave Plus.
Determine the design and draw
P. 35 "Setting the Engraving Parameters"
P. 38 "Starting Engraving"
Set the workpiece and tool, and send the engraving data to this machine.
P. 38 "Step 1: Setting the Workpiece"
P. 39 "Step 2: Setting the XY Origin"
P. 41 "Step 3: Installing a Character Cutter/Parallel Cutter"
P. 51 "Step 4: Checking the Engraving Parameters"
P. 54 "Step 5: Starting Engraving"
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Checks and Preparation before Engraving
Checking Engravable Workpieces
Material
• Acrylic
• Modeling wax
• Aluminum
• Brass
• Wood
• Chemical wood
etc.
Size
Size that can be stably xed in place.
On this machine, an adhesive sheet is used to x the workpiece in place. The workpiece can be large and can stick
out of the workpiece table, but you must be able to stably x it in place.
* XY operating range (workpiece table size): Width × Depth: 305 × 230 mm (12.0 × 9.1 in.)
230 mm (9.1 in.)
305 mm (12.0 in.)
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Thickness
The thickness must be 40 mm (1.6 in.) or less whereby the height for the tool to avoid the workpiece can be
maintained during engraving.
Thickness of attachable workpieces = 40 mm
(1.6 in.)
* The thickness of workpiece that can actually be engraved is restricted by the length of the installed tool,
the location where the nose unit is installed and the cut-out amount, and is smaller than the range
indicated above.
* When nose unit is used: The maximum distance between the workpiece table and the tip of the nose unit
is 38 mm (1.5 in.).
Workpiece table
Shape
The surface to be engraved is level.
* When nose unit is used: Gentle undulations of less than 1 mm (0.04 in.) (trackable undulation height).
Determining the Item to Create and Required Material and Tool
In this example, you will create a celebration gift using the following material and tool.
¾ Material (workpiece): Wood
¾ Tool: Character cutter ø3.175 (ZEC-A2025)
75 mm (3.0 in.)
40 mm
(1.6 in.)
Congraturations
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Creating Engraving Data
Step 1: Starting Dr. Engrave Plus
Procedure
Windows 10
Click the [Start] button.
A
Click the [Dr. Engrave Plus] icon under [DGSHAPE Dr. Engrave Plus].
B
Windows 8.1
Click the [Start] screen.
A
On the [Apps] screen, click [Dr. Engrave Plus].
B
Windows 7
Click the [Start] button.
A
Click the [All Programs] (or [Programs]).
B
Click the [Dr. Engrave Plus] icon under [DGSHAPE Dr. Engrave Plus].
C
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