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Roland DWX-30 User Manual

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User's Manual
Thank you very much for purchasing this product.
To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product's performance, please be
sure to read through this manual completely and store it in a safe location.
Unauthorized copying or transferral, in whole or in part, of this manual is prohibited.
The contents of this operation manual and the specications of this product are subject to change
without notice.
nd any misprint or error, please inform us.
Roland DG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur
through use of this product, regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product.
Roland DG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur
with respect to any article made using this product.
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For the USA
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMIS-
SION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFER-
ENCE STATEMENT
This equipment 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 equipment 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 equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Unauthorized changes or modication to this system
can void the users authority to operate this equipment.
NOTICE
Grounding Instructions
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, ground­ing provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment­grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not t the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualied
electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding con­ductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The con­ductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment­grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
When the equipment requires a usb cable, it must be shielded type.
Check with a qualied electrician or service personnel
if the grounding instructions are not completely under­stood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
For Canada
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
CLASS A NOTICE
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
CLASSE A AVIS
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
For California
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm, including lead.
For EU Countries
Manufacturer: ROLAND DG CORPORATION 1-6-4 Shinmiyakoda, Kita-ku, Hamamatsu-shi, Shizuoka-ken, 431-2103 JAPAN
The authorized representative in the EU:
Roland DG Corporation, German Ofce Halskestrasse 7, 47877 Willich, Germany
For EU Countries
WARNING
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.
Roland DG Corp. has licensed the MMP technology from the TPL Group.
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Operating Instructions
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe distance from work area.
MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starker keys.
DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An under­sized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off position be­fore plugging in.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner's manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is un­intentionally contacted.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function - check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condi­tions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose cloth­ing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip foot­wear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
USE SAFETY GLASSES, face or dust mask if cutting or cleaning operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical.
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and bal­ance at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow in­structions for lubricating and changing accessories.
DI SCONNECT TOOLS befor e se rv ic in g; w hen changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
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Contents

Contents ........................................................................................................3
To Ensure Safe Use .....................................................................................6
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité ..................................................................14
Important Notes on Handling and Use.............................................................22
About the Documentation for This Machine ...................................................23
Chapter 1 Getting Started ................................................................................25
1-1 Machine Highlights ...............................................................................26
What You Can Do with This Machine .......................................................................................26
1-2 Part Names and Functions ..................................................................27
Front and Interior ...........................................................................................................................27
Side ......................................................................................................................................................28
VPanel .................................................................................................................................................29
Handy Panel and Built-in Panel ................................................................................................30
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup .....................................................................31
2-1 Checking the Included Items ................................................................32
2-2 Installation ............................................................................................34
About Emplacement and Installation .....................................................................................34
Installation Environment .............................................................................................................34
Unpacking .........................................................................................................................................36
Installing the Dust Tray .................................................................................................................37
About a Dust Collector .................................................................................................................38
How to Connect the Dust Collection Hoses .........................................................................38
2-3 Cable Connections ...............................................................................39
Connecting the Handy Panel .....................................................................................................39
Connecting the Power Cord .......................................................................................................39
Connecting to the Computer .....................................................................................................40
2-4 Installing and Setting Up the Software .................................................41
System Requirements ...................................................................................................................41
The Software You Can Install and Set Up ...............................................................................41
Installing the Windows-based Driver ......................................................................................41
Installing and Setting Up VPanel ..............................................................................................42
2-5 Connecting Multiple Units ....................................................................44
How to Connect Multiple Units .................................................................................................44
Select a machine to use ...............................................................................................................47
Chapter 3 Basic Operation ...............................................................................49
3-1 Starting and Quitting ............................................................................50
How to Start the Machine ...........................................................................................................50
How to Shut down .........................................................................................................................52
Emergency Stop Due to Opening or Closing the Front Cover .......................................53
3-2 Moving the Tool ....................................................................................54
Manual Feed .....................................................................................................................................54
Viewing the Tool Location ...........................................................................................................55
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Moving to a Specic Position .....................................................................................................57
Moving to the VIEW Position ......................................................................................................57
3-3
Starting and Stopping Spindle Rotation ....................................................58
Starting or Stopping the Spindle ..............................................................................................58
3-4 Pausing and Quitting Cutting ...............................................................59
Pausing and Resuming Operation ...........................................................................................59
Quitting Cutting ..............................................................................................................................61
3-5 Handy Panel ........................................................................................62
Using the Handy Panel .................................................................................................................62
Chapter 4 Performing Cutting..........................................................................65
4-1 Before Starting Operations ..................................................................66
Spindle Run-in (Warm-up) ..........................................................................................................66
Detection of the Jig Location .....................................................................................................67
4-2
Preparation for and Performing Cutting ..................................................70
Usable Workpieces .........................................................................................................................70
Names of Jigs ...................................................................................................................................71
Sub Clamp Selection .....................................................................................................................71
Cuttable Area ...................................................................................................................................72
Misalignment of centers of workpiece height and A axis (Oset) ................................73
Mounting the Workpiece ............................................................................................................74
Installing a Tool ...............................................................................................................................76
Tool Length Measurement ..........................................................................................................77
Starting Cutting ..............................................................................................................................79
4-3 Override ...............................................................................................80
What's an Override? .......................................................................................................................80
How to Set Overrides ....................................................................................................................80
4-4 Fine-Tuning the Origins ........................................................................81
Method for Fine-Tuning the Origins ........................................................................................81
Determining the Adjustment Value .........................................................................................82
Chapter 5 Appendix ..........................................................................................83
5-1 Maintenance ........................................................................................84
Care and Maintenance of the Cutting Machine ..................................................................84
Care for the Detection Pin and the Attachment for Detection ......................................85
Maintenance of the Spindle Unit ..............................................................................................86
5-2 What to Do If... .....................................................................................87
Initialization is not performed or initialization fails. ..........................................................87
VPanel doesn't start correctly. ...................................................................................................87
Operations are ignored. ...............................................................................................................87
The spindle doesn't rotate. .........................................................................................................88
Abnormal cutting is performed. ...............................................................................................88
Jig detection failed. .......................................................................................................................88
The feed rate or spindle speed is wrong. ...............................................................................88
The cutting results are not attractive. .....................................................................................88
Installation is impossible .............................................................................................................88
Uninstalling the Driver .................................................................................................................89
The computer shut down ............................................................................................................90
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5-3 Responding to an Error Message ........................................................91
5-4 Power Rating and Serial Number Locations ........................................93
5-5 Expansion Connector Specication .....................................................94
Expansion Connector A ................................................................................................................94
Expansion Connector B ................................................................................................................97
5-6 Dimensional Drawings .........................................................................98
Dimension of Outline ....................................................................................................................98
Opening Size to Connect a Dust Collector ............................................................................98
Rotary Axis/Tool Sensor Dimension.........................................................................................99
X-, Y- and Z-axis Travel / Table Dimension ........................................................................... 100
5-7 Specications .....................................................................................101
Main Specications ..................................................................................................................... 101
System Requirements for USB Connection ........................................................................ 102
Company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Copyright © 2009-2010 Roland DG Corporation
http://www.rolanddg.com/
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To Ensure Safe Use
Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property. Points which must be observed to prevent such injury or damage are described as follows.
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices
WARNING
CAUTION
About the Symbols
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings. The specic
meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle.
The symbol at left means "danger of electrocution."
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are
forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design
contained within the circle. The symbol at left means the unit must never be
disassembled.
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or
severe injury should the unit be used improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or
material damage should the unit be used improperly.
Note: Material damage refers to damage or other adverse eects
caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as
well to domestic animals or pets.
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specic thing
that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. The symbol
at left means the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
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Incorrect operation may cause injury.
To Ensure Safe Use
WARNING
Be sure to follow the operation proce­dures described in this documentation. Never allow anyone unfamiliar with the usage or handling of the machine to touch it.
Incorrect usage or handling may lead to an accident.
Keep children away from the machine.
The machine includes areas and compo­nents that pose a hazard to children and may result in injury, blindness, choking, or other serious accident.
Never operate the machine while tired or after ingesting alcohol or any medi­cation.
Operation requires unimpaired judgment. Impaired judgment may result in an ac­cident.
Conduct operations in a clean, brightly lit location.
Working in a location that is dark or cluttered may lead to an accident, such as becoming caught in the machine as the result of an inadvertent stumble.
Never use the machine for any purpose for which it is not intended, or use the machine in an undue manner that ex­ceeds its capacity.
Doing so may result in injury or re.
WARNING
For accessories (optional and consum­able items, power cord, and the like), use only genuine articles compatible with this machine.
Incompatible items may lead to an ac­cident.
Before attempting cleaning, mainte­nance, or attachment or detachment of optional items, disconnect the power cord.
Attempting such operations while the ma­chine is connected to a power source may result in injury or electrical shock.
Never attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the machine.
Doing so may result in re, electrical shock,
or injury. Entrust repairs to a trained service technician.
CAUTION
Never climb or lean on the machine.
The machine is not made to support a per­son. Climbing or leaning on the machine may dislodge components and cause a slip or fall, resulting in injury.
Never use a cutting tool that has become dull. Perform frequent maintenance to keep and use the machine in good work­ing order.
Unreasonable usage may result in re or
injury.
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This machine weighs 47 kg (104 lb.)
CAUTION
Unloading and emplacement are opera­tions that must be performed by 2 per­sons or more.
Tasks that require undue effort when per­formed by a small number of persons may result in physical injury. Also, if dropped, such items may cause injury.
The cutting waste or workpiece may catch re or pose a health hazard.
WARNING
Never attempt to cut magnesium or any
other such ammable material.
Fire may occur during cutting.
Keep open ame away from the work
area.
Cutting waste may ignite. Powdered mate-
rial is extremely ammable, and even metal material may catch re.
CAUTION
Install in a location that is level and stable.
Installation in an unsuitable location may cause an accident, including a fall or tip over.
CAUTION
Wear dust goggles and a mask. Wash away any cutting waste remaining on the hands.
Accidentally swallowing or inhaling cutting waste may be hazardous to the health.
When using a vacuum cleaner to take up cutting waste, exercise caution to
prevent re or dust explosion.
Taking up ne cuttings using an ordinary vacuum cleaner may cause danger of re
or explosion. Check with the manufacturer of the vacuum cleaner. When the safety of use cannot be determined, clean using a brush or the like, without using the vacuum cleaner.
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Danger of pinching, entanglement, and burns.
WARNING
Never attempt operation while wearing a necktie, necklace, loose clothing, or gloves. Bind long hair securely.
Such items may become caught in the ma­chine, resulting in injury.
Securely fasten the cutting tool and workpiece in place. After securing in place, make sure no wrenches or other articles have inadvertently been left behind.
Otherwise such articles may be thrown from the machine with force, posing a risk of injury.
Exercise caution to avoid being pinched or becoming caught.
Inadvertent contact with certain areas may
cause the hand or ngers to be pinched or
become caught. Use care when performing operations.
Caution: cutting tool.
The cutting tool is sharp. To avoid injury, exercise caution.
Caution: high temperatures.
The cutting tool and spindle motor be-
come hot. Exercise caution to avoid re or
burns.
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Danger of electrical short, shock, electrocution, or re
WARNING
Connect to an electrical outlet that complies with this machine’s ratings (for voltage and frequency). Provide a power supply whose amperage is 2.8 A or higher (for 100 to 120 V) or 1.2 A or higher (for 220 to 240 V).
Ratings
Never use out of doors or in any loca­tion where exposure to water or high humidity may occur. Never touch with wet hands.
Doing so may result in fire or electrical shock.
Never allow any foreign object to get inside. Never expose to liquid spills.
Inserting objects such as coins or matches or allowing beverages to be spilled into the ventilation ports may result in re or electri­cal shock. If anything gets inside, immedi­ately disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
WARNING
Never place any ammable object nearby.
Never use a combustible aerosol spray nearby. Never use in any location where gases can accumulate.
Combustion or explosion may be a dan­ger.
Handle the power cord, plug, and electri­cal outlet correctly and with care. Never use any article that is damaged.
Using a damaged article may result in re
or electrical shock.
When using an extension cord or power
strip, use one that adequately satises
the machine’s ratings (for voltage, fre­quency, and current).
Use of multiple electrical loads on a single electrical outlet or of a lengthy extension
cord may cause re.
When the machine will be out of use for a prolonged period, disconnect the power cord.
This can prevent accidents in the event of current leakage or unintended startup.
Connect to ground.
This can prevent re or electrical shock due
to current leakage in the event of malfunc­tion.
Position so that the power plug is within immediate reach at all times.
This is to enable quick disconnection of the power plug in the event of an emergency. In­stall the machine next to an electrical outlet. Also, provide enough empty space to allow immediate access to the electrical outlet.
Never use cutting oil.
This machine is not designed for the ow of
cutting oil. Oil may get inside the machine
and cause re or electrical shock.
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WARNING
Never use a pneumatic blower.
This machine is not compatible with a pneumatic blower. Cutting waste may get inside the machine and cause re or electri­cal shock.
If sparking, smoke, burning odor, unusual sound, or abnormal operation occurs, im­mediately unplug the power cord. Never use if any component is damaged.
Continuing to use the machine may result in
re, electrical shock, or injury. Contact your
authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
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Important notes about the power cord, plug, and electrical outlet
Never place any object on top or sub-
ject to damage.
Never bend or twist with undue force.
Never allow to get wet.
Never make hot.
Never pull with undue force.
Never bundle, bind, or roll up.
Dust may cause re.
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Warning Labels
Warning labels are afxed to make areas of danger immediately clear. The meanings of these
labels are as follows. Be sure to heed their warnings. Also, never remove the labels or allow them to become obscured.
Top
Front / Inside
Never use a pneumatic blower.
This machine is not compat­ible with a pneumatic blower. Cutting waste may get inside the machine and cause fire or electrical shock.
Caution: Sharp Tool
In adver te nt contac t may cause injury.
Rear
Caution: High Voltage
Cover removal may pose hazard of shock or electrocution due to high voltage
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
La manipulation ou l'utilisation inadéquates de cet appareil peuvent causer des blessures ou des dommages matériels. Les précautions à prendre pour prévenir les blessures ou les dom­mages sont décrites ci-dessous.
Avis sur les avertissements
ATTENTION
PRUDENCE
Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de décès ou de blessure
grave en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.
Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de blessure ou de
dommage matériel en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.
* Par dommage matériel, il est entendu dommage ou tout autre
effet indésirable sur la maison, tous les meubles et même les
animaux domestiques.
À propos des symboles
Le symbole attire l'attention de l'utilisateur sur les instructions importantes
ou les avertissements. Le sens précis du symbole est déterminé par le dessin à
l'intérieur du triangle. Le symbole à gauche signie "danger d'électrocution."
Le symbole avertit l'utilisateur de ce qu'il ne doit pas faire, ce qui est interdit. La
chose spécique à ne pas faire est indiquée par le dessin à l'intérieur du cercle. Le
symbole à gauche signie que l'appareil ne doit jamais être démonté.
Le symbole prévient l'utilisateur sur ce qu'il doit faire. La chose spécique à faire
est indiquée par le dessin à l'intérieur du cercle. Le symbole à gauche signie que le
l électrique doit être débranché de la prise.
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
L’utilisation incorrecte peut causer des blessures
ATTENTION
S’assurer de suivre les procédures d’utilisation décrites dans la documen­tation. Ne jamais permettre à quiconque ne connaît pas le fonctionnement ou la manutention de l’appareil de le toucher.
L’utilisation ou la manutention incorrectes peuvent causer un accident.
Garder les enfants loin de l’appareil.
L’appareil comporte des zones et des com­posants qui présentent un danger pour les enfants et qui pourraient causer des bles­sures, la cécité, la suffocation ou d’autres accidents graves.
Ne jamais faire fonctionner l’appareil après avoir consommé de l’alcool ou des médicaments, ou dans un état de fatigue.
L’utilisation de l’appareil exige un jugement sans faille. L’utilisation avec les facultés af­faiblies pourrait entraîner un accident.
Utiliser l’appareil dans un endroit propre et bien éclairé.
Travailler dans un endroit sombre ou en­combré peut causer un accident; l’utilisateur risque, par exemple, de trébucher malen­contreusement et d’être coincé par une partie de l’appareil.
ATTENTION
Ne jamais utiliser un outil de coupe émoussé. Procéder fréquemment aux travaux d’entretien pour garder l’appareil en bon état de fonctionnement.
L’usage abusif peut causer un incendie ou des blessures.
Utiliser uniquement des accessoires d’origine (accessoires en option, articles consommables, câble d’alimentation et autres articles semblables), compatibles avec l’appareil.
Les articles incompatibl es risquent de causer des accidents.
Débrancher le câble d’alimentation avant de procéder au nettoyage ou à l’entretien
de l’appareil, et avant d’y xer ou d’en
retirer des accessoires en option.
Tenter ces opérations pendant que l’appareil est branché à une source d’alimentation peut causer des blessures ou un choc électrique.
Ne jamais tenter de démonter, de réparer
ou de modier l’appareil.
Le non-respect de cette consigne risque de provoquer un incendie, un choc électrique
ou des blessures. Coner les réparations à
un technicien ayant la formation requise.
Ne jamais utiliser l’appareil à des ns
autres que celles pour lesquelles il est conçu. Ne jamais l’utiliser de manière abusive ou d’une manière qui dépasse sa capacité.
Le non-respect de cette consigne peut causer des blessures ou un incendie.
PRUDENCE
Ne jamais grimper ni s’appuyer sur la machine.
La machine n’est pas conçue pour sup­porter le poids d’une personne. Grimper ou s’appuyer sur la machine peut dé­placer des éléments et causer un faux pas ou une chute, ce qui causerait des blessures.
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Le poids de cet appareil est de 47 kg (104 lb.)
PRUDENCE
Le déchargement et la mise en place doivent être faits par au moins 2 per­sonnes.
Les tâches qui exigent un effort trop grand si elles sont exécutées par un petit nombre de personnes peuvent être cause de bles­sures. La chute d’articles très lourds peut aussi causer des blessures.
PRUDENCE
Installer l’appareil à un endroit stable et plat.
Installer l’appareil à un endroit inapproprié peut provoquer un accident grave comme le renversement ou la chute.
Les débris de coupe peuvent s ’enammer ou présenter un ris-
que pour la santé.
ATTENTION
Ne jamais tenter de couper du magné­sium ni aucun autre matériau inam­mable.
Un incendie pourrait se produire pendant la coupe.
Ne pas approcher une amme nue de
l’espace de travail.
Les rognures de coupe peuvent s’enammer.
Les matériaux pulvérisés sont extrême-
ment inammables et même le métal peut s’enammer.
PRUDENCE
Porter des lunettes de protection et un masque. Rincer toutes les rognures de coupe qui pourraient rester collées aux mains.
Avaler ou respirer accidentellement des rognures de coupe peut être dangereux pour la santé.
Si un aspirateur est utilisé pour ramasser les rognures de coupe, faire preuve de prudence pour empêcher que la
poussière s’enamme ou explose.
Ramasser des rognures nes à l’aide d’un
aspirateur ordinaire peut créer un risque
d’incendie ou d’explosion. Vérier auprès
du fabricant de l’aspirateur. Dans les cas où il est impossible de déterminer si un aspirateur peut être utilisé sans danger, se servir d’une brosse ou d’un article semblable plutôt que d’un aspirateur.
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Certains éléments peuvent présenter un risque de
pincement, d’emmêlement, de brûlure ou d’autres dangers.
ATTENTION
Ne jamais faire fonctionner l’appareil si on porte une cravate, un collier ou des vêtements amples. Bien attacher les cheveux longs.
Ces vêtements ou ces objets peuvent être coincés dans l’appareil, ce qui causerait des blessures.
Fixer solidement l’outil de coupe et la pièce à travailler. Une fois qu’ils sont fixés solidement, s’assurer qu’aucun outil ni aucun autre objet n’a été laissé en place.
Si tel était le cas, ces objets pourraient être projetés avec force hors de l’appareil et causer des blessures.
Faire preuve de prudence pour éviter l’écrasement ou le coincement.
La main ou les doigts peuvent être écrasés ou coincés s’ils entrent en contact avec certaines surfaces par inadvertance. Faire preuve de prudence pendant l’utilisation de l’appareil.
Attention : outil de coupe.
L’outil de coupe est acéré. Faire preuve de prudence pour éviter les blessures.
Attention : températures élevées.
L’outil de coupe et le moteur chauffent. Faire preuve de prudence pour éviter un incendie ou des brûlures.
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Risque de décharge ou de choc électrique, d’électrocution ou d’incendie
ATTENTION
Brancher à une prise électrique conforme aux caractéristiques de cet appareil (ten­sion et fréquence).
Il faut prévoir une alimentation en courant dont l'intensité est de 2.8 A ou plus (pour 100 à 120 V) ou de 1.2 A ou plus (pour 220 à 240 V).
Ne jamais utiliser à l'extérieur ni à un endroit où l'appareil risque d'être exposé à de l'eau ou à une humidité élevée. Ne jamais toucher l'appareil avec des mains mouillées.
Le non-respect de cette consigne risque de provoq uer un incendie ou un choc électrique.
Ne jamais insérer d’objet étranger dans l’appareil. Ne jamais exposer l’appareil aux déversements de liquides.
L’insertion d’objets comme des pièces de monnaie ou des allumettes, ou le déverse­ment de liquides dans les orices de ventila­tion peuvent causer un incendie ou un choc électrique. Si un objet ou du liquide s’inltre dans l’appareil, débrancher immédiatement le câble d’alimentation et communiquer avec le représentant Roland DG autorisé.
ATTENTION
Ne jamais placer d’objet inammable à
proximité de l’appareil. Ne jamais utiliser de produit inflammable en aérosol à proximité de l’appareil. Ne jamais utiliser
l’appareil dans un endroit où des gaz
peuvent s’accumuler.
Une combustion ou une explosion pour­raient se produire.
Mise à la terre.
La mise à la terre peut prévenir un incendie ou un choc électrique dus à une fuite de courant en cas de défaillance.
Manipuler le câble d’alimentation, la
che et la prise électrique correctement
et avec soin.
Ne jamais utiliser un article endommagé, car cela pourrait causer un incendie ou un choc électrique.
Si un e ra ll o n ge ou un e b a n de d’alimentation électrique sont utilisées, s’assurer qu’elles correspondent aux caractéristiques de l’appareil (tension, fréquence et courant).
L’utilisation de plusieurs charges électriques sur une prise unique ou une longue rallonge peut causer un incendie.
Si l’appareil doit rester inutilisé pendant une longue période, débrancher le câble d’alimentation.
Cela peut prévenir les accidents en cas de fuite de courant ou de démarrage ac­cidentel.
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ATTENTION
Placer l’appareil de façon à ce que la
che soit facile d’accès en tout temps.
Ainsi, l’appareil pourra être débranché rapi­dement en cas d’urgence. Installer l’appareil près d’une prise électrique. En outre, prévoir
sufsamment d’espace pour que la prise
électrique soit facile d’accès.
Ne jamais utiliser d’huile de coupe.
Cet appareil n’est pas conçu pour traiter
l’huile de coupe. L’huile peut s’inltrer à
l’intérieur et causer un incendie ou un choc électrique.
Ne jamais utiliser d’air sous pression.
Cet appareil n’est pas conçu pour être net-
toyé à l’aide d’un appareil soufant. Des
rognures de coupe peuvent s’infiltrer à l’intérieur et causer un incendie ou un choc électrique.
S’il se produit des étincelles, de la fumée, une odeur de brûlé, un bruit inhabituel ou un fonctionnement anormal, débrancher immédiatement le câble d’alimentation. Ne jamais utiliser si un composant est endommagé.
Continuer à utiliser l’appareil peut causer un incendie, un choc électrique ou des bles­sures. Communiquer avec le représentant Roland DG Autorisé.
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Remarques importantes à propos du câble d'alimentation, de la che et de la prise
électrique
Ne jamais déposer aucun objet sur le
câble, sur la che ou sur la prise car
cela risque de les endommager.
Ne jamais plier ni tordre le câble avec
une force excessive.
Ne jamais laisser l'eau toucher le câble,
la che ou la prise.
Ne jamais chauffer le câble, la che ou la
prise.
Ne jamais tirer sur le câble ou la che
avec une force excessive.
Ne jamais plier ni enrouler le
câble.
La poussière peut causer un incendie.
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Vignettes d'avertissement
Des vignettes d'avertissement sont apposées pour qu'il soit facile de repérer les zones dangere­uses. La signication des vignettes est donnée ci-dessous. Respecter les avertissements.
Ne jamais retirer les vignettes et ne pas les laisser s'encrasser.
Avant
Intérieur
Ne jamais utiliser d’air sous pression.
Cet appareil n’est pas conçu pour être nettoyé à l’aide d’un appareil soufflant. Des rognures de coupe peuvent s’infiltrer à l’intérieur et causer un incendie ou un choc électrique.
Attention : outil coupant
Un con tact im pru dent ri sque d’entraîner une blessure.
Arrière
Attention : voltage élevé
Il peut être dangereux de retirer le cou­vercle puisqu’il y aurait des risques de chocs électriques ou d’électrocution à cause du voltage élevé.
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Important Notes on Handling and Use

This machine is a precision device. To ensure the full performance of this machine, be sure to observe the following important points. Failure to observe these points may not only result in loss of performance, but may also cause malfunction or breakdown.
This machine is a precision device.
Handle carefully, and never subject the machine to impact or excessive force.
Diligently keep clean of cutting waste.
Use within the range of specications.
Never attempt to move the spindle head and rotary axis by hand with undue force.
Never needlessly touch anywhere inside the machine except for locations specied in this
manual.
Install in a suitable location.
Install in a location that meets the specied conditions for temperature, relative humidity,
and the like.
Install in a quiet, stable location offering good operating conditions.
Never install in out doors.
Never use the machine in an environment where silicone substances (oil, grease, spray, etc.)
are present. Doing so may cause poor switch contact.
This machine becomes hot.
Never cover the ventilation holes with cloth, tape, or anything else.
Install in a well-ventilated location.
This machine is exclusively for cutting modeling wax and zirconia.
Never cut any material other than modeling wax and zirconia.
About Tools
The tip of the tool is breakable. Handle with care, being careful not to drop it.
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About the Documentation for This Machine

Documentation Included with the Machine
The following documentation is included with the machine.
User's Manual (this manual)
This contains important notes for ensuring safe use, as well as detailed information on how to install and operate the machine and install and set up the included programs. Be sure to read it rst.
VPanel Online Help (electronic-format manual)
These are user's manual that you view on a computer screen. Installing the respective programs makes these available for viewing.
P. 42, "Installing and Setting Up VPanel"
How to View the VPanel Online Help
From the [Start] menu( ), click [All Programs], then [Roland VPanel for DWX-30]. Then click [HELP].
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Chapter 1
Getting Started
1-1 Machine Highlights ...............................................................26
What You Can Do with This Machine ........................................26
1-2 Part Names and Functions ...................................................27
Front and Interior .......................................................................27
Side ...........................................................................................28
VPanel .......................................................................................29
Handy Panel and Built-in Panel ................................................30
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1-1 Machine Highlights

What You Can Do with This Machine

A Machine Exclusively for Creating Articial Teeth and Tooth Models
This machine is exclusively for making articial teeth and tooth models. It is used to produce articial teeth and tooth models using modeling wax or zirconia. Installing and setting up the exclusive programs on your computer and connecting the machine to the com­puter enables you to create high-quality articial teeth and tooth models in much less time than it would take to fashion them by hand.
Includes Special Jig As Standard Features
The jig needed to make articial teeth and tooth models is included with the machine as standard equip­ment.
Easy-operation VPanel and Handy Panel
VPanel, which you use once installed and set up on a computer, is the main operation panel for the machine, achieving ease of use with a large display area. Using VPanel, not only can you move the tool and switch the spindle on and o, you can also perform automatic detection of the location of the installed jig, make the settings for the origin points, and more. You can also operate the machine while watching the workpiece from close up by using the handy panel, which is capable of a subset of operations for tool movement and spindle on/o control.
Equipped with a High-performance Tool Sensor
The machine is equipped with the high-performance tool sensor needed to achieve high-precision cutting. Detection of the jig location and setting the reference position for cutting can be accomplished accurately thanks to this high-performance tool sensor.
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1-2 Part Names and Functions

Front and Interior

Front covers (upper and lower)
The front covers open upward and downward. To ensure safety, opening either of these covers during cutting or spindle rotation causes an emer­gency stop to occur. P. 53, "Emergency Stop Due to Opening or Closing the Front Cover"
Spindle head*
Built-in panel
This is the operation panel installed on the cutting machine. P. 30, "Handy Panel and Built-in Panel"
Tool sensor
Rotary axis unit
Handy panel
This is a hand-held operation panel connected to the cutting machine by a cable. P. 62, "Using the Handy Panel"
*NOTE: In this manual, 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.”
Clamp
Table
Dust collection capsule
The dust collection capsule prevents cutting dust from blowing out and helps suction. The cover can be detached. * Detach the cover when detecting the jig location.
P. 67, "Detection of the Jig
Location"
This is the sensor for detecting the length of the tool and the location of the jig.
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Side

Left side
Expansion port A
P. 94, “Expansion Connector A”
USB connector
P. 40, “Connecting to the Computer”
Handy-panel connector
This is for connecting the handy panel.
P. 39, “Connecting the Handy Panel”
Connector cable for the rotary axis unit and other equipment
Never detach this.
Right side
Main power switch
Power-cord connector
Expansion port B
P. 97, “Expansion Connector B”
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VPanel

Operation of the machine is controlled from the screen of your computer. VPanel is a dedicated program for controlling the machine.
Coordinates
This displays the present tool location.
P. 55, "Viewing the Tool Location"
Feed buttons
These perform movement along the respec­tive axes (X, Y, Z, and A).
P. 54, "Manual Feed"
Specic-destination movement button
You use this to make the tool move directly to a specic position.
P. 57, "Moving to a Specic Position"
Override buttons
These change the speed of spindle rotation and other aspects of cutting operations.
P. 80, "Override"
Base-point setting buttons
These set the base points used during cutting, such as the X- and Y-axis origin points.
Spindle speed
This displays the present rotating speed of the spindle. Changing the speed is also possible.
Spindle-rotation button
This switches spindle rotation on and o.
P. 58, "Starting and Stopping Spindle Rotation"
Tool feed rate
This displays the present speed of tool move­ment .
Jig button
This detects the jig and sets the origin points.
Tool button
This measures the length of the mounted tool.
Setup button
You use this at times such as when making set­tings to ne-tune the operation of the machine. For detailed information about the setting, refer to the online help of VPanel.
P. 23, "How to View the VPanel Online Help"
Preference button
You use this at times such as when setting the measurement unit used to display coordinates in VPanel. For detailed information about the setting, refer to the online help of VPanel.
P. 23, "How to View the VPanel Online Help,"
p. 56, "Changing the Unit of Measurement for
Display"
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Handy Panel and Built-in Panel

You operate this machine using either the handy panel connected to the cutting machine by a cable, or the machine's built-in panel.
LEDs
Operation buttons
LEDs
Dial
Handy panel
P. 62, "Using the Handy Panel"
Status Indicated by the LEDs for the Built-in Panel
Name LED state Machine status POWER
READY
ERROR
PAUSE (next to the PAUSE button)
Lighted The main power is on. Dark The main power is o. Lighted The sub power is on. Flashing Initializing.
The front cover is open. Tool movement is in progress. The spindle is rotating. Cutting is in progress. During stopping cutting Note: When the cutting data is sent during initialization and stopping cutting from the computer, the machine
accepts no cutting data. Dark The sub power is o. Flashing slowly A warning (nonfatal error) has occurred. (A description
of the error is displayed in VPanel.) Flashing rapidly An error resulting in an emergency stop has occurred. (A
description of the error is displayed in VPanel.) Lighted Operation is paused.
Sub power button P. 50, "How to Start the Machine"
PAUSE button P. 59, "Pausing and Quitting Cutting"
VIEW button P. 57, "Moving to the VIEW Position"
CANCEL button P. 61, "Quitting Cut­ting"
Built-in panel
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Chapter 2
Installation and Setup
2-1 Checking the Included Items ................................................32
2-2 Installation .............................................................................34
About Emplacement and Installation .........................................34
Installation Environment ............................................................34
Unpacking ..................................................................................36
Installing the Dust Tray ..............................................................37
About a Dust Collector ...............................................................38
How to Connect the Dust Collection Hoses...............................38
2-3 Cable Connections ...............................................................39
Connecting the Handy Panel .....................................................39
Connecting the Power Cord ......................................................39
Connecting to the Computer......................................................40
2-4 Installing and Setting Up the Software..................................41
System Requirements ...............................................................41
The Software You Can Install and Set Up .................................41
Installing the Windows-based Driver .........................................41
Installing and Setting Up VPanel ...............................................42
2-5 Connecting Multiple Units .....................................................44
How to Connect Multiple Units ..................................................44
Select a machine to use ............................................................47
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2-1 Checking the Included Items

The following items are included with the machine. Make sure they are all present and accounted for.
Power cord(1)
Collet
(diameter 3.0mm) (1)
Detection pin (1)
Clamp C-1 for block
workpiece (1)
Handy panel(1)
Hexagonal driver(1)
Attachment for detec-
tion (1)
Clamp C-2 for block
workpiece (1)
(diameter 3.175 mm)
17mm) (one for each)
Collet
(1)
Spanner (10 mm,
Cap* (1) Spacer (1)
Clamp D-1 for block
workpiece (1)
(diameter 4.0mm)(1)
Hexagonal wrench (1)
Clamp D-2 for block
Collet
workpiece (1)
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Dust tray (1)
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Dust collection hose
A (1)
*Note: The cutting machine is shipped from the factory with these parts installed on it.
Dust collection hose
B (1)
Dust collection hose
C (1)
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Cleaning nozzle (1) Branch adapter A (1) Branch adapter B (1) USB cable (1)
User's manual
(this document) (1)
Roland Software
Package CD-ROM (1)
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2-2 Installation

About Emplacement and Installation

WARNING
The weight of the machine alone is 47 kg (104 lb.). Perform unloading and emplacement with care.
Unloading and emplacement are operations that must be performed by
2 persons or more.
Tasks that require undue effort when performed by a small number of persons may result in physical injury. Also, if dropped, such items may cause injury.

Installation Environment

Install in a quiet, stable location oering good operating conditions. An unsuitable location can cause accident, re, faulty operation, or breakdown.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Install in a location that is level and stable.
Installation in an unsuitable location may cause an accident, including a fall or tip over.
Never install in a location exposed to open ame.
Cutting waste may ignite. Powdered material is extremely ammable, and even metal material may catch re.
Never install close to any ammable object or in a gas-lled location.
Combustion or explosion may be a danger.
Never install outdoors or in any location where exposure to water or high
humidity may occur.
Doing so may result in re or electrical shock.
WARNING
Never locate in a location subject to wide uctuations in temperature or humidity. Never install in a location subject to shaking or vibration. Never install in a location where the oor is tilted, unlevel, or unstable. Never install in a dusty or dirty location, or outdoors. Never install in a location exposed to direct sunlight or near air-conditioning or heating equipment. Never install in a location exposed to considerable electrical or magnetic noise, or other forms of electro-
magnetic energy.
Never install in an environment where silicone substances (oil, grease, spray, etc.) are present.
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Position so that the power plug is within immediate reach at all times.
This is to enable quick disconnection of the power plug in the event of an emer­gency. Install the machine next to an electrical outlet. Also, provide enough empty space to allow immediate access to the electrical outlet.
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Installation Space
Ensure that at least the following amount of space is available.
Work space
Installation space
2-2 Installation
1.0 m (40 in.)
1.0 m (40 in.)
2.0 m (80 in.)
2.0 m (80 in.)
About the installation location
The height of installation should be 0.6 m (23.7 in.) or higher above the work oor.
This machine is desktop type. Install in a location that allows easy access to areas such as the main power switch during operation.
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Unpacking

Retaining materials are attached to protect the machine from vibration during shipment. When installation is complete, remove these and store in the specied locations.
Remove all retaining materials. Any that remain may cause faulty operation or breakdown when the power
is switched on.
The retaining materials are required when moving the machine to a dierent location. Store them carefully
so that they do not get misplaced.
WARNING
Carry out these operations before you connect the power cord.
Inadvertent powerup may result in pinched hands or other injury.
Removing the retainers
Retainer C
Remove.
Fixing tape
Remove the xing tape on the back of the machine.
Make sure the power cord is unplugged, and remove the retainer A, B, and C, and the xing tape.
Retainer A
Cap screws
This is also used to store the retainers.
Retainer B
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Storing the retainers
Cap screws
Use items for fastening.
Retainer A, B

Installing the Dust Tray

You can attach retainers A and B at the location shown in the gure, and store the hexagonal wrench (used when replacing the spindle unit). Store retainer C so that it will not become misplaced, because it is also needed when relocating the machine.
You use the dust tray with it placed between the rubber feet on the bottom of the machine.
Dust tray
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About a Dust Collector

You can install a dust collector to collect cutting dust to the machine. You need to prepare a dust collector separately. When you use the machine with a dust collector installed, you should clean the dust collector regularly.
Static pressure: Prepare a dust collector with 1 kPa or more.

How to Connect the Dust Collection Hoses

Connect the supplied hose and branch adaptor as shown in the gure. *You need to prepare a dust collector separately.
P. 98, "Opening Size to Connect a Dust Collector"
Cap
Keep the cap on during cutting. Oth­erwise, cutting dust will fly off.
Dust collec­tion hose C
Branch adapter A
Dust collec­tion hose B
Dust collector
Have this ready separately.
Dust collection hose A
Branch adapter B
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2-3 Cable Connections

Connecting the Handy Panel

CAUTION
Left side
Make sure the power to the machine is switched off before attempting to
connect or disconnect the cables.
Connection or disconnection while the power is on may cause the machine to malfunction.
When inserting, orient correctly and insert fully.
Cable clamp

Connecting the Power Cord

WARNING
Connect to an electrical outlet that complies with this machine's ratings
(for voltage and frequency).
Provide a power supply whose amperage is 2.8 A or higher (for 100 to 120 V) or 1.2 A or higher (for 220 to 240 V).
Handy panel
Conne cting the handy panel is not required to operate the machine.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
This machine requires a single-phase commercial power supply.
100 to 120 V: 2.8A or higher 220 to 240 V: 1.2 A or higher
Handle the power cord, plug, and electrical outlet correctly and with care.
Never use any article that is damaged.
Using a damaged article may result in re or electrical shock.
When using an extension cord or power strip, use one that adequately
satises the machine's ratings (for voltage, frequency, and current).
Use of multiple electrical loads on a single electrical outlet or of a lengthy
extension cord may cause re.
Connect to ground.
This can prevent re or electrical shock due to current leakage in the event of
malfunction.
Connect to an electrical outlet. Never connect directly to a power distribu-
tion panel or other such xed wiring equipment.
Doing so increases the hazard of re or electrical shock.
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2-3 Cable Connections
Right side
Electrical outlet
Power cable

Connecting to the Computer

You use a USB cable to connect the machine and the computer. At this time, however, the connection to the computer must not be made yet. You make the connection to the computer when you install the Windows­based driver.
P. 41, "Installing the Windows-based Driver"
Be sure to make the connection according to the instructions on page 41, "Installing the Windows-based
Driver." Making the connection without doing so may cause driver installation to fail and make use impos­sible.
For the USB cable, use the included cable. Never use a USB hub.
Left side
Computer
At this time, keep the cable unconnected
USB cable
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2-4 Installing and Setting Up the Software

System Requirements

Operating system Windows XP/Vista/7(32,64 bit edition)
CPU The minimum required CPU for the operating system
Memory The minimum amount of required RAM for the operating system
Optical drive CD-ROM drive
Video card and monitor At least 256 colors with a resolution of 1,024 x 768 or more recom-
For the latest information, see the Roland DG Corp. website (http://www.rolanddg.com).

The Software You Can Install and Set Up

mended)
VPanel for DWX-30 This is a dedicated program for controlling the modeling machine.
Windows driver (DWX-30 driver)
You operate the modeling machine and make various settings using this program.
This is a Windows-based driver required for sending data from a computer to the machine.

Installing the Windows-based Driver

Keep machine and the computer unconnected until you carry out this installation operation. Failure to follow the correct procedure may make installation impossible.
P. 88, "Installation is impossible"
Procedure
Before you start installation and setup, make sure the USB cable is not connected.
Log on to Windows as “Administrator.”
Insert the Roland Software Package CD-ROM into the computer.
(Windows Vista or 7 : When the automatic playback window appears, click [Run menu. exe].)
The setup menu appears automatically.
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Click [Install] of "Windows Driver".
An Installation and Setup Guide matched to the basic software on your computer is displayed.
Setup menu
Follow the instructions in the Installation
and Setup Guide to nish installing.
After installation is completed, the window for the setup menu appears again. Go on to "Installing and Setting Up VPanel" on the following page.
Installation and Setup Guide

Installing and Setting Up VPanel

Procedure
Display the window for the setup menu.
Setup menu
Click [Install] of "VPanel for DWX-30."
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When the screen shown in the gure appears, click [Next], then follow the prompts to
install and set up the program.
(Windows Vista or 7: When the [User Account Control] appears, click [Allow] or [Yes].)
Remove the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive.
This completes installation of VPanel.
When all installation nishes, click
on the setup menu.
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2-5 Connecting Multiple Units

How to Connect Multiple Units

Up to four machines can be connected to a single computer. When more than one machine is connected, each machine needs to be identied on VPanel. An ID (A, B, C, and D) must be assigned to each machine to make the setting for each machine. In the initial setting, "A" is assigned as an ID of the machine. This section describes how to set up the IDs of the second machine and after he setting assuming that the ID of the rst machine is set up as “A”.
P. 41, "Installing the Windows-based Driver"
Procedure
Turn off the main power of the connected machine, and then disconnect the USB cable
from the computer.
Switch on the main power and the sub power of the machine connected newly, and
connect the USB cable to a computer.
Make the connection setting of the machines one by one. Be sure to connect only the machine of which the setting is made. If you connect the machines with a same ID at the same time, the computer might shut down.
For the USB cable, use the included cable. Be sure to refrain from using a USB hub. If a USB hub is used, there is a possibility that the machine
cannot be connected.
Go to [Start Menu], and click [All Programs] (or [Program]) - [Roland VPanel for DWX-
30] - [VPanel].
The VPanel program starts.
Click [Setup].
The [Setup] window appears.
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Click the [Modeling Machine] tab. Select any unused ID in [Machine ID],
and press [Set ID].
Assign an ID to identify the machine on VPanel. Since A is assigned to the rst machine, be sure to select B, C, or D.
Do not assign a same ID. If you connect the machines with the same ID at the same time, the computer might shut down.
Read the message displayed on the screen as shown in the left, and click [OK].
When the message, "Operation is complete," ap­pears, click [OK].
Once switch off the power of the machine, and then switch on the main power and the
sub power again.
The assigned ID is recognized by the machine. If the ID is assigned for the rst time, a corresponding driver is required. Windows 7: The required driver is automatically created. Windows Vista/XP: A message to prompt the user to install the Windows driver is displayed. Install the driver in accordance with the message.
P.41, "Installing the Windows-based Driver"
Exit VPanel.
Click .
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Restart VPanel.
After VPanel is restarted, the assigned ID is enabled, You can connect all the machines of which the setting has been done to the computer by USB cables. At this point, if you connect the machines with a same ID at the same time, the computer might shut down.
When you connect the third and fourth machines, turn off the power of all the ma-
chines, disconnect the USB cables from the computer, and exit "VPanel."
Repeat the above steps  to .
To conrm the set ID
Click the [Setup] in VPanel and conrm
[Machine ID] in the [Modeling Machine] tab.
Select an ID and press [Set ID], and the ID is changed. Note that the changed ID is enabled if you restart the machine with this setting.
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Select a machine to use

Up to four machines can be connected to a single computer but parallel use is unavailable. So select a ma­chine to use.
Procedure
Go to [Start Menu], and click [All Programs] (or [Program]) - [Roland VPanel for DWX-
30] - [VPanel].
The [Printer Select] window appears
To change a machine to use
Quit VPanel. Then repeat the steps  and  to select a machine to change.
Select a machine to use.
If the machine name is not changed, "DWX-30 (Copy 1)" is displayed. (The third machine is dis­played as "DWX-30 (Copy 2).")
Click [OK].
The VPanel program starts.
To change the name of the machine which has been set, change the name of the installed printer (the machine you are using).
Windows 7: From [Start] menu, click [Control Panel] [Hardware and Sound] [Devices and Printers].
Windows Vista: From [Start] menu, click [Control Panel] [Hardware and Sound] [Printers]. Windows XP: From [Start] menu, click [Control Panel] [Printers and Other Hardware] [Print-
ers and Faxes]. Select the name of driver of the machine (Printer) you are using, and change the name. Restart VPanel.
The name which has been changed appears on the top window.
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3-1 Starting and Quitting .............................................................50
How to Start the Machine ..........................................................50
How to Shut down .....................................................................52
Emergency Stop Due to Opening or Closing the Front Cover...53
3-2 Moving the Tool .....................................................................54
Manual Feed ..............................................................................54
Viewing the Tool Location ..........................................................55
Moving to a Specic Position .....................................................57
Moving to the VIEW Position .....................................................57
3-3
Starting and Stopping Spindle Rotation ....................................58
Starting or Stopping the Spindle ................................................58
3-4 Pausing and Quitting Cutting ................................................59
Pausing and Resuming Operation.............................................59
Quitting Cutting ..........................................................................61
3-5 Handy Panel .........................................................................62
Using the Handy Panel ..............................................................62
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3-1 Starting and Quitting

How to Start the Machine

Follow the procedure below to start the machine. When startup is complete, the machine is ready for use.
Procedure
Close the front covers.
Front covers
Close rst the
lower one, then the upper one.
Switch on the main power.
The POWER light comes on.
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Switch on the sub power.
The spindle head, the table and the main clamp move and the READY lamp ashes. This operation is called initialization. When the READY light stops ashing and remains steadily lighted, initialization is complete.
On the computer, start VPanel.
From the [Start] menu, click [All Programs] (or [Pro­gram]) - [Roland VPanel for DWX-30] - [VPanel].
The window shown in the gure appears. Startup of the machine is complete.
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How to Shut down

Procedure
On the computer, quit VPanel.
Click [Close].
Switch off the main power.
The POWER light and READY light go dark.
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Emergency Stop Due to Opening or Closing the Front Cover

To ensure safety, opening a front cover during cutting or spindle rotation causes an emergency stop to occur. The ERROR light on the cutting machine ashes and VPanel displays the message shown below. Operation cannot be resumed by closing the front cover. To resume, follow the on-screen instructions to restart.
P. 50, "Starting and Quitting"
Clicking [OK] at this window makes the window disappear, but the window reap-
pears until the cutting machine's power is switched off.
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3-2 Moving the Tool

Manual Feed

Moving the tool manually is called "manual feed," and you can accomplish this using the feed buttons in VPanel.
Feed buttons
Clicking these performs manual feed for the tool and the rotary axis.
P. 55, "Viewing the Tool Location"
Selecting one of these enables movement
by the specied number of steps when a
feed button is clicked.
○ X, Y, and Z axes:1 step = 0.01 mm ○ A axis: 1 step = 0.045° (Note that the displayed
value is truncated to the two decimal place.)
Holding down a feed button performs movement at the selected feed rate.
Restriction on Manual Feed of the A Axis
Manual feed of the A axis is available only when the table is located at the “VIEW position.” If you want to perform manual feed of the A axis, move the table to the “VIEW position” rst.
P. 57, "Moving to the VIEW Position"
Table Movement When a Y-axis Feed Button Is Clicked
Under the default setting, Y-axis movement assumes a direction of tool movement relative to the object be­ing cut. This means that clicking a Y-axis feed button makes the table move in a dierent direction from what the arrow indicates.
Note: Manual feed cannot be performed while a cutting operation is in progress.
Operation Using the Handy Panel
You can also perform this operation using the handy panel.
P. 62, "Using the Handy Panel"
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3-2 Moving the Tool

Viewing the Tool Location

Coordinate View
VPanel displays the present location of the tool as numerical values. The numerical values that indicate the location of the tool are called "coordinates," and the starting point for the coordinates is called the "origin point," or sometimes just the "origin." The following gure shows a location that is shifted from the origin point by 30 millimeters along the X axis, by 10 millimeters along the Y axis, by 20 millimeters along the Z axis, and by 15 degrees along the A axis. This X-axis distance is called the "X-axis coordinate" (or sometimes just the "X coordinate"), the Y- and Z-axis distances are similarly called the "Y-axis coordinate" and the "Z-axis coordinate," and the angle of rotation along the A axis is called the "A-axis coordinate." The distances or the angle from the origin point for the respective axes to the tool are therefore the corresponding coordinate values.
This position is expressed as "X = 30 mm, Y = 10 mm, Z = 20 mm, and A = 15 deg."
Locations of the X, Y, and Z axes
Origin
VPanel display
X-axis coordinate
Y-axis coordinate
Z-axis coordinate
A-axis coordinate
Location of the A axis
A-axis center
A-axis origin(0°)
A-axis location (15°)
About the A-axis Coordinate
The location of the A axis is indicated as an angle of rotation. In this way it diers from how the X, Y, and Z axes are indicated. Despite this dierence between angles and distances, in other respects it is treated the same as X-, Y-, and Z-axis coordinates. The unit of measurement used to indicate A-axis coordinates is the degree, and this cannot be changed.
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Selection of the Coordinate System
On this machine, you can switch the display between the following two coordinate systems.
User Coordinate System: This is a coordinate system in which the location of the origin point can be freely
changed.
Machine Coordinate System: This is a machine-specic coordinate system in which the location of the
origin point is xed and cannot be changed.
For the operations on this machine, it may be a good idea to leave the selection at "User coordinate system" at all times. When you want to know the absolute location of the tool on this machine, select the machine coordinate system.
Changing the Unit of Measurement for Display
You can switch the unit of measurement used for displaying coordinates between millimeters and inches. Click the [Preference], then select the unit.
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Moving to a Specic Position
Selecting a destination from the list and clicking the [Move] button makes the tool move rapidly to the selected location. Clicking the [Stop] button stops movement.
Note: Movement to "Rotation Center Y" is possible only when detection of the jig location has been performed and the center of the axis of rotation has been established.
When "User Specify" Is Selected
Clicking the [Move] button makes the window shown at left ap­pear. You can specify the location of the movement destination by entering the values you want for "Coordinates" or "Amount of relative movement."

Moving to the VIEW Position

Press the VIEW button on the built-in panel.
The tool moves to the highest position, after which the table moves to the front of the machine. This location is called the "VIEW position." You use this when performing such op­erations as attaching or detaching a tool, installing a jig, or mounting a workpiece. The READY light ashes while move­ment is in progress. When the READY light stops ashing and remains steadily lighted, movement is complete. This operation cannot be performed while a front cover is open. Close the front cover, then perform the operation.
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Starting and Stopping Spindle Rotation

Starting or Stopping the Spindle

Close the front covers and click .
The spindle begins to rotate. Clicking
This displays the present rotating speed of the spindle. Settable range: 6,000 to 30,000 rpm
You can adjust the spindle's speed of rotation.
Setting the Spindle Speed During Cutting
The spindle's rotating speed during cutting operations is controlled by commands in the cutting data sent from the computer, and so the setting made in VPanel is ignored. Note, however, that the setting made with VPanel is used when the cutting data contains no command specifying the spindle speed, or if the setting is made again in VPanel while cutting is in progress. You can also use VPanel's override feature to adjust the speed of spindle rotation during cutting.
P. 80, "Override"
tion.
a second time stops the spindle rota-
Operation Using the Handy Panel
You can start and stop spindle rotation using the handy panel. Changing the speed of rotation using the handy panel is not possible.
P. 62, "Using the Handy Panel"
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Pausing and Resuming Operation

This operation pauses cutting. You perform it using the built-in panel. This also makes it possible to resume cut­ting at the paused position after an operation such as moving the tool to check the status of the workpiece.
Procedure
Press the PAUSE button during cutting.
Tool movement pauses. The PAUSE light comes on and the READY light ashes. Rotation of the spindle does not stop at this time.
Press the VIEW button.
Rotation of the spindle stops, the table moves to the front of the machine (the VIEW position). The READY light ashes while the tool and table are moving. This operation cannot be performed while a front cover is open. Close the front cover, then perform the operation.
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Hold down the PAUSE button for one sec­ond or longer.
The tool returns to the position where operation was paused, and cutting resumes. After the tool starts moving, the READY light ashes until cut­ting resumes. After cutting resumes, the PAUSE light goes dark. This operation cannot be performed while a front cover is open. Close the front cover, then perform the operation.
Important !
Before opening the front cover while operation is paused, rst make sure that rotation of the spindle is stopped. For safety, opening the front cover while the spindle is turning makes the machine perform an emergency stop. Be sure to note that if this happens, it’s necessary to quit the operation and start over from the beginning.
P. 53, “Emergency Stop Due to Opening or Closing the Front Cover”
Other Operations Possible While Paused
VPanel
Tool movement using manual feed
P. 54, "Manual Feed"
Starting or stopping spindle rotation
P. 58, "Starting and Stopping Spindle Rotation"
Changing the spindle speed
P. 80, "Override"
Adjusting the tool feed rate
P. 80, "Override"
Handy Panel
Starting or stopping spindle rotation
P. 62, "Using the Handy Panel"
Moving the tool
P. 62, "Using the Handy Panel"
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Quitting Cutting

This stops cutting through operation using the built-in panel. Unlike pausing operation, cutting cannot be resumed.
Procedure
Press the PAUSE button during cutting.
Movement of the tool pauses. The PAUSE light comes on and the READY light ashes. Rotation of the spindle does not stop at this time.
Hold down the CANCEL button for two seconds or longer.
When the PAUSE light goes dark and the READY light is lighted, cutting has completed stopping. Rotation of the spindle stops at this time.
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Using the Handy Panel

This is an operation panel connected to the cutting machine by a cable. You can use it to perform such opera­tions as moving the tool or switching spindle rotation on and o. This makes it a handy tool when you want to perform operations while monitoring the material or the tool position from a location close to the machine.
X-, Y-, and Z-axis movement buttons
These are the respective movement buttons for the X, Y, and Z axes. Press­ing just these buttons performs slow movement. Y-axis movement assumes a direction of tool movement relative to the object being cut. This means that pressing move in the direction opposite to what the arrow indicates ( ment toward the back of the machine, of the machine).
or makes the table
: movement toward the front
: move-
A-axis button
Pressing this button makes the movement axis change to the A axis. Pressing this button does not actually rotate the A axis. To rotate the A axis, you press this button, then turn the dial. Note that manual feed of the A axis is available only when the table is located at the “VIEW position.”
Feed button
Pressing a movement button or turning the dial while holding down this button performs rapid move­ment.
Spindle button
Holding this down for one second or longer while the spindle is stopped sounds an audible beep and starts spindle rotation. Pressing this during spindle rotation sounds a beep and stops rotation.
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LEDs
This indicates the axis of movement using the handy panel. Pressing the movement button for an axis makes the corresponding LED light up.
Dial
Turning this moves the selected axis (the axis whose LED is illuminated).
Operating the Handy Panel and VPanel at the Same Time
Never operate the handy panel and VPanel simultaneously. Operation using VPanel becomes impossible while the handy panel is being used.
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4-1 Before Starting Operations ...................................................66
Spindle Run-in (Warm-up) .........................................................66
Detection of the Jig Location .....................................................67
4-2
Preparation for and Performing Cutting .................................. 70
Usable Workpieces ....................................................................70
Names of Jigs ............................................................................71
Sub Clamp Selection .................................................................71
Cuttable Area .............................................................................72
Misalignment of centers of workpiece height and A axis (Offset) ..
73
Mounting the Workpiece ...........................................................74
Installing a Tool ..........................................................................76
Tool Length Measurement .........................................................77
Starting Cutting ..........................................................................79
4-3 Override ................................................................................80
What's an Override? ..................................................................80
How to Set Overrides ................................................................80
4-4 Fine-Tuning the Origins ........................................................81
Method for Fine-Tuning the Origins ...........................................81
Determining the Adjustment Value ............................................82
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Spindle Run-in (Warm-up)

In any of the following cases, perform run-in (warm-up) operation for the spindle. Failure to do so may result in unstable spindle rotation.
When using for the rst time after purchase After moving the machine and reinstalling it at a dierent location After replacing the spindle unit When using in a low-temperature environment
Spindle Run-in takes maximum one hour.
Procedure
Close the front covers.
Go to [Start Menu], and click [All Programs] (or [Program]) - [Roland VPanel for DWX-
30] - [VPanel].
The VPanel program starts.
Click [Setup].
The [Setup] window appears.
Click [Modeling Machine] tab. Click [Run-in].
The run-in operation starts.
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Detection of the Jig Location

4-1 Before Starting Operations
WARNING
WARNING
Carry out “Detection of the jib location” in order to determine the reference position for cutting.
Important !
Detecting the location of the jig is a necessary procedure for determining the reference position for cut-
ting. Be sure to carry this out when you use the machine for the rst time after purchase or whenever you change the jig.
Make sure the clamp, detection pin, tool sensor, and attachment for detection are clean and free of dust,
chips, and the like. Any buildup on these may prevent correct response by the sensor and make correct detection of the jig location impossible. In some cases, such buildup may cause breakage of the detection pin, resulting in injury or damage.
Procedure
Never inadvertently touch the computer or handy panel while performing this task.
Unintended operation of the machine may result in injury.
Securely fasten the jig in place. After securing in place, make sure no wrenches or other articles have inadvertently been left behind.
Otherwise such articles may be thrown from the machine with force, posing a risk of injury.
Close the front covers and press the VIEW button.
P. 57, "Moving to the VIEW Position"
Install the detection pin.
P. 76, "Installing a Tool"
Open the front covers and remove the dust collection capsule.
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Install the attachment for detection on the detection pin.
Attachment for detection
Push it.
Collet
Make some space.
Close the front covers, then in VPanel, click [Jig].
The [Jig Detection] window appears.
Click [Start Sensing].
Make sure no buildup of cutting waste is present on the tool sensor, then click [Continue].
Detection of the location of the jig starts.
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When the window shown in the gure ap­pears, click [OK].
Click [Close].
An illustration of the clamp is displayed in “Calibra­tion” of VPanel.
Remove the attachment for detection.
Detection of the jig location is finished.
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Preparation for and Performing Cutting

Usable Workpieces

Type of Workpieces
Modeling wax, Zirconia (pre-sintered)
Type (shape) and size of workpiece
Type (Shape) of Workpeice
Size (mm)
External diameter, or
width × depth
Height
Disc without levels
Disc with levels
Block
Level section
Body section
diameter 98 to 100 10 to 14
Level section:
diameter 98 to 100
Body section:
diameter 95
40x75
Level section: 10
Body section: 12
12 to 16
18 to 22
24 to 26
to 26
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Names of Jigs

Main Clamp Sub Clamp
Main Clamp
For 12 to 16/ 18 to
22mm
*
Clamp for Block Workpiece (The height of a workpiece to be used is displayed
C-1
Cap* Spacer
Sub Clamp
on the surface of the clamp.)
C-2
For 12 to 16/ 18 to
22mm
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D-1
For 24 to 26mm
D-2
For 24 to 26mm
*NOTE: The modeling machine is shipped from the factory with the sub clamp installed on the main clamp.

Sub Clamp Selection

Select the sub clamp in accordance with the type and size of the workpiece you want to use. Use an appropri-
ate sub clamp with “
Type of Work-
piece (shape)
Disc with-
out levels
Disc with
levels
Block
” in the table below.
Size of Workpiece
(mm)
External diameter/ width ×
depth
diameter 98 to 100 10 to 14
Level section: diameter 98 to 100 Body section: diameter 95
40 x 75
Height
12 to 26
12 to 16
18 to 22
Sub-clamp
Spacer Clamp for block
Cap
C-1,C-2 D-1,D-2
24 to 26
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Cuttable Area

The size of the workpiece that can be mounted in the jig and the actual cuttable area are dierent. Refer to the gure below to determine the size of the workpiece to use and the size of the model you're producing.
In the case of a Disc workpiece
In the case of a Block workpiece
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Misalignment of centers of workpiece height and A axis (Offset)

Create a cutting data with caution, when you’re using a disc workpiece without levels or a block workpiece, since the centers of the workpiece set on the clamp and A axis are misaligned.
*NOTE: When you’re using a disc workpiece with levels, the centers of the workpiece set on the clamp and A
axis are aligned at all times.
A axis
centers of the workpiece
The following table indicates the misalignment of centers of workpiece height and A axis in each workpiece size. The values of α and β in the table correspond to “α” and “β” on the above gure. Create a cutting data referring to this table.
Workpiece Type
(shape)
Disc with-
out levels
Block
External diameter/
diameter 98 to 100
Work
Workpiece Size
(mm)
width × depth
40 x 75
Clamp
Height α β
10 5 5
12 7 5
14 9 5
12 3 9
14 5 9
16 7 9
18 9 9
20 11 9
22 13 9
24 11 13
26 13 13
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Mounting the Workpiece

Procedure
Close the front covers and press the VIEW button.
P. 57, Moving to the VIEW Position
Remove the cover of the dust collection capsule if it is attached.
Mount the workpiece on the main-clamp.
The sub clamp (s) varies according to the type of the workpiece. Mount according to the order shown in the gure and tighten the cap at the end.
In the case of a Disc workpiece
Without levels
With levels
Cap
workpiece
Main-clamp
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In the case of a Block workpiece
Height: 12 to 16
Sub-clamp
Spacer
Clamp C-1 for block workpiece
workpiece
Clamp C-2 for block workpiece
Main-clamp
Height: 18 to 22
Cap
Sub-clamp
Unit: mm
Height: 24 to 26
Cap
Sub-clamp
Clamp D-1 for block workpiece
workpiece
Clamp D-2 for block workpiece
Main-clamp
Unit: mm
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Installing a Tool

This describes how to install a tool for cutting. You can use the same method to install a detection pin. *NOTE: The tools are optional items.
Important Notes When Selecting a Tool
Select a tool giving careful attention to such matters as the length of the tool and the shape of its tip.
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
Never inadvertently touch the computer or handy panel while performing
this task.
Unintended operation of the machine may result in injury.
Securely fasten the cutting tool and workpiece in place. After securing in
place, make sure no wrenches or other articles have inadvertently been left behind.
Otherwise such articles may be thrown from the machine with force, posing a risk of injury.
Caution: cutting tool.
The cutting tool is sharp. To avoid injury, exercise caution.
Procedure
Close the front covers and press the VIEW button.
P. 57, "Moving to the VIEW Position"
When movement to the VIEW position is complete, open the front covers.
 
Spindle unit
Loosely tighten the collet.
Secure the spindle unit in place using the 17-mm spanner, then screw in the collet until it is nger­tight. To mount the detection pin, use the collet of di­ameter 4 mm.
Spanner (17mm)
Collet
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Detection pin
Spanner (17mm)
About 30 mm
Tool
Spanner (10 mm)
Insert the tool (optionally available) into
the collet until it makes ush contact.
It is recommended to adjust the amount of exten­sion of the tool tip to around 30mm. Also, use a collet and tool of matching diameters.
For a detection pin
Be sure to use with the tool ush against the mag­netic area of the collet. Otherwise, detection of the jig location may fail.
Fully tighten the collet.
Using two spanners, tighten the collet fully. The appropriate tightening torque is 3.2 N-m (32 kgf­cm).
After mounting a tool, also perform [Tool Length Measurement] described on the next page.

Tool Length Measurement

This measures the length of the mounted tool. Make sure to perform this after changing the tool.
Before Tool Length Measurement
Make sure that detection of the jig location has nished. If detection of the jig location has not nished, the tool length measurement may not be possible.
P. 67, "Detection of the Jig Location"
Procedure
Mount a cutting tool and close the front covers.
P. 76, "Installing a Tool"
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Click [Tool].
Make sure no buildup of cutting waste is present on the tool sensor, then click [Continue].
The tool moves and descends to the position where it touches the tool sensor.
Click [OK].
The tool length measurement nishes.
After the tool length measurement nishes, the red
arrow is displayed in the center of the main clamp.
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Starting Cutting

Send cutting data from the computer and start cutting. The feed rate and the speed of spindle rotation are determined by the cutting data received.
Before Starting Cutting
Make sure that the following procedures have nished. If these procedures have not nished, the intended cutting may not be possible.
Detection of the jig location
P. 67, "Detection of the jig location"
Tool Length Measurement
P.77, "Tool Length Measurement"
Procedure
Verify that the cover of the dust collection capsule is properly attached.
Close the front covers.
Send cutting data from the computer and start cutting.
When the tool type has been changed during cutting, measure the tool length again and resume cut­ting.
P.77, "Tool Length Measurement"
When cutting has nished, press the VIEW button.
P. 57, "Moving to the VIEW Position"
Open the front covers and remove the workpiece.
This completes the cutting. After removing the workpiece, trim away any excess areas.
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4-3 Override

What's an Override?

On this machine, you can adjust the cutting speed and the speed of spindle rotation while cutting is in prog­ress. You adjust these by specifying the ratio of change relative to the present speed, as a percentage. This feature is called "override." This feature is useful when you want to change the respective speeds on the y as you monitor the status of cutting.

How to Set Overrides

Clicking these buttons adjusts the values.
Cutting-speed Override
This is the speed of tool movement when cutting the workpiece. The speed specied by the command in the cutting data is taken to be 100%.
Spindle Override
This is the speed of spindle rotation. The speed specied by the command in the cutting data is taken to be 100%. This is also eective when rotating the spindle during manual operations.
Important Notes on Overrides
Setting an override does not let you perform operation beyond the machine's maximum or minimum speeds.
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Method for Fine-Tuning the Origins

On this machine, after detection of the jig location, the origin of each axis is set up automatically. When you want to adjust the origin of each axis obtained through jig-location detection more exactly, refer to the method described below. The method described below is for ne-tuning the Y-axis origin. Use the same method for the other origins as well. For information on how to determine the adjustment values of Y-axis and Z-axis origins, refer to the following section.
Procedure
P. 57, "Moving to a Specic Position"
Move the tool to the Y origin point.
In VPanel, select "Y origin" and click [Move].
Move the Y axis the distance of the adjust­ment value.
Make the setting for the base point.
Select "Y-origin" and click [Apply].
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Actual height
Height specified by the data
Positive adjustment value
Actual height
Height specified by the data
Negative adjustment value

Determining the Adjustment Value

Adjustment Value for the Y-axis Origin
You determine the adjustment value from the dierence in levels at the seam produced between the rst and second surfaces in two-surface cutting. The estimated adjustment value is one-half the dierence in levels. However, be careful to note the sign of the value (plus or minus). As the gure shows, the sign of the adjust­ment value (positive or negative) changes depending on the direction of the misalignment. As an example, when the dierence in levels is 0.2 millimeters, with the upper level misaligned in the positive direction and the lower level misaligned in the negative direction along the Y axis, then the estimated adjust­ment value is -0.1 millimeters.
Difference in levels
Difference in levels
Positive adjustment value
Negative adjustment value
Adjustment Value for the Z-axis Origin
You determine the adjustment value from the discrepancy between the expected and actual values for the thickness of the nished result of two-surface cutting. The estimated adjustment value is one-half the discrep­ancy. However, be careful to note the sign of the value (plus or minus). When the actual value is larger than the expected value, the adjustment value is negative. As an example, if data for a height of 50 millimeters yields cutting results that are 50.1 millimeters, the estimated adjustment value is -0.05 millimeters.
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Appendix
5-1 Maintenance .........................................................................84
Care and Maintenance of the Cutting Machine .........................84
Care for the Detection Pin and the Attachment for Detection ....85
Maintenance of the Spindle Unit................................................86
5-2 What to Do If... ......................................................................87
Initialization is not performed or initialization fails......................87
VPanel doesn't start correctly. ...................................................87
Operations are ignored. .............................................................87
The spindle doesn't rotate. ........................................................88
Abnormal cutting is performed. ..................................................88
Jig detection failed. ....................................................................88
The feed rate or spindle speed is wrong. ..................................88
The cutting results are not attractive. ........................................88
Installation is impossible ............................................................88
Uninstalling the Driver ...............................................................89
The computer shut down ...........................................................90
5-3 Responding to an Error Message .........................................91
5-4 Power Rating and Serial Number Locations .........................93
5-5 Expansion Connector Specication ......................................94
Expansion Connector A .............................................................94
Expansion Connector B .............................................................97
5-6 Dimensional Drawings ..........................................................98
Dimension of Outline .................................................................98
Opening Size to Connect a Dust Collector ................................98
Rotary Axis/Tool Sensor Dimension ..........................................99
X-, Y- and Z-axis Travel / Table Dimension ..............................100
5-7 Specications ......................................................................101
Main Specications ..................................................................101
System Requirements for USB Connection ............................102
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Care and Maintenance of the Cutting Machine

WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
This machine is a precision device. Carry out daily care and maintenance. Carefully clean away cutting waste. Operating the machine with a large amount of cutting waste present
may cause malfunction.
Never apply silicone substances (oil, grease, spray, etc.) to the machine. Doing so may cause poor switch
contact.
Never apply lubrication.
Never use a pneumatic blower.
This machine is not compatible with a pneumatic blower. Cutting waste may
get inside the machine and cause re or electrical shock.
Never use a solvent such as gasoline, alcohol, or thinner to perform
cleaning.
Doing so may cause re.
Disconnect the power cord before performing cleaning or maintenance.
Attempting such operations while the machine is connected to a power source may result in injury or electrical shock.
When using a vacuum cleaner to take up cutting waste, exercise caution
to prevent re or dust explosion.
Taking up ne cuttings using an ordinary vacuum cleaner may cause danger of re or explosion. Check with the manufacturer of the vacuum cleaner. When
the safety of use cannot be determined, clean using a brush or the like, without using the vacuum cleaner.
Caution: high temperatures.
The cutting tool and spindle motor become hot. Exercise caution to avoid re
or burns.
When performing maintenance, be sure to keep the tool detached.
Contact with the blade may cause injury.
Cleaning around the table
After operation, use a brush or the like to clean away any buildup of cutting waste around the table or on the machine.
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Cleaning the dust tray
After operation, dispose of any cutting waste that has collected in the dust tray.
Dust tray
Cleaning inside of the dust collection capsule
When cutting is nished, x the cleaning nozzle to the dust collection hose C and remove the cover of the dust collection capsule to clean the machine.
By turning the top, you can make it ap­plicable to sweeping or vacuuming.
Dust collection hose C
Cap
Cleaning nozzle

Care for the Detection Pin and the Attachment for Detection

Take care of the detection pin and the attachment for detection on a routine basis. The detection pin or the attachment that gathers rust or dust will prevent the accurate detection, which may result in the situation where you cannot perform cutting as intended or where the machine should be damaged.
Care, Maintenance, and Storage Methods
After use, wipe clean using a clean cloth, apply rust-preventive oil generously, and store. When the item will be out of use for a prolonged period, store in a location with low humidity and little
uctuation in temperature.
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Maintenance of the Spindle Unit

The spindle unit and the belt are parts that wear out. The replacement cycle varies according to usage condi­tions, but as a general guide, you should replace them after every 2,000 hours of use. You can use VPanel to view the total working time of the spindle. Refer to this to determine when replacement is needed. For information on how to replace the spindle unit, refer to the documentation included with the ZS-30 replacement spindle unit.
Checking the total working time of the spindle using VPanel
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Click "Setup".
The total working time
of the spindle is reset.
Total working time
of the spindle
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Initialization is not performed or initialization fails.

Is a front cover open?
When starting the machine, close the upper and lower front covers. For safety, initialization is not performed when a cover remains open at startup.
Is anything caught on the spindle head or table?
Check whether something has become caught and is impeding initialization.
Is anything caught on the main clamp?
Perform the followings and remove any obstructions that impede initialization.
1. Switch o the main power, and then switch on the main power. Never switch on the sub power.
2. Hold down The LED lamp A lights up. Turning the handle, the main clamp (A-axis) turns.
of the handy panel.
VPanel doesn't start correctly.
Has initialization been completed?
Before you start VPanel, rst switch on the power to the machine.
P. 50, "Starting and quitting"
Is the computer connected?
Check whether the connector cable has come loose.
Is the driver installed correctly?
If the connection to the computer is not made in the sequence described, the driver may fail to be installed correctly. VPanel does not function normally when driver is miscongured. Check again to ensure that the connec­tion was made using the correct procedure.
P. 41, "Installing the Windows-based Driver"
Operations are ignored.
Is the cable connected?
Connect the cable securely.
P. 39, "Cable Connections"
Are front covers open?
This machine restricts some operations when a front cover is open. Close both the upper and lower front covers.
Is the ERROR light ashing?
The ERROR light is ashing rapidly.
An emergency stop occurred because a serious error was detected. Resuming operation is not possible. A descrip­tion of the error is displayed in VPanel. Switch o the main power to quit the operation, eliminate the cause, then redo the operation from the beginning. If the emergency stops continue even after eliminating the cause, contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
P. 50, "Starting and quitting," p. 91, "Responding to an Error
Message"
The ERROR light is ashing slowly.
Operation was paused because an error was detected. A description of the error is displayed in VPanel. Follow the displayed instructions to resume operation.
P. 59, "Pausing and Resuming Operation"
Is operation paused?
When the PAUSE light is on, it means that operation is paused. When the machine is paused, cutting stops and some operations are restricted. Cancel the paused state.
P. 59, "Pausing and Resuming Operation"
Is a large amount of cutting waste present?
Clean away any cutting waste. Clean the area around the spindle especially carefully.
P. 84, "Care and Maintenance of the Cutting Machine"
Is the handy panel connected correctly?
When inserting, orient correctly and insert fully. Also, before inserting or removing the connector cable for the handy panel, switch o the power to the machine. Making the connection while the power is on may cause the machine to malfunction.
P. 39, "Connecting the Handy Panel," p. 50, "Starting and
Quitting"
Was the machine started according to the cor­rect procedure?
Simply switching on the power does not enable opera­tion. Start the machine using the correct procedure.
P. 50, "Starting and quitting"
Is the driver installed correctly?
If the connection to the computer is not made in the sequence described, the driver may fail to be installed correctly. Check again to ensure that the connection was
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made using the correct procedure.
P. 41, "Installing the Windows-based Driver"
Is VPanel displaying an error message?
P. 91, "Responding to an Error Message"
Is the connection method correct when con­necting multiple units?
The connection method may be incorrect when con­necting more than one machine. Conrm the correct method.
P. 41,"Connecting Multiple Units"
The spindle doesn't rotate.
Are front covers open?
For safety, the spindle does not rotate when are front covers are open. Close both the upper and lower front covers.
Is a large amount of cutting waste present?
Clean away any cutting waste. Clean the area around the spindle especially carefully.
P. 84, "Care and Maintenance of the Cutting Machine"
Has a setting been made to keep the spindle from rotating?
In VPanel, click the [Setup], then click the [Modeling Machine] tab. Here, select the [Control spindle via com­mands] check box.
Abnormal cutting is performed.
Jig detection failed.
Is the jig, detection pin, sensor or detection attachment dirt?
Clean away any grime on the jig, detection pin, sensor, or detection attachment. Soiling due to buildup of cutting waste or the like on any of these may impede correct sensor operation, making correct detection of the jig impossible.
The feed rate or spindle speed is wrong.
Has an override been set?
An override changes the feed rate or spindle speed. Check the settings for overrides. Unless you have a special reason for changing them, leave all overrides set at 100%.
P. 80, "Override"
The cutting results are not attractive.
Is the workpiece securely mounted in place?
Redo loading of the workpiece. Fasten in place securely, so that the workpiece will not slip out of place or come loose because of tool pressure or vibration during cut-
ting.
Is the tool rmly secured in place?
Retighten the collet to secure in place rmly.
P. 76, "Installing a Tool"
Is the tool tip worn?
If the tip of the tool is worn, replace with a new tool.
Have the origin been set at correct location?
If jig-location detection, or detection of the reference position for cutting is not carried out correctly, the origin point may not be set at the correct location. If the origin point is not set at the correct location, cutting at an un­intended location or at the wrong depth may occur.
Is the misalignment of centers of workpiece height and A axis updated to the cutting data?
The centers of workpiece height and A axis are not aligned, when you’re using a cylindrical workpiece with­out levels or a block workpiece. Create a cutting data with caution on this point.
P. 73, "Misalignment of centers of workpiece height
and A axis (Oset)"
Installation is impossible
If installation quits partway through, or if the wizard does not appear when you make the connection with a USB cable, take action as follows.
Windows 7
1. If the [Found New Hardware] appears, click [Cancel] to close it.
2. Click the [Start] menu, then right-click [Computer]. Click [Properties].
3. Click [Device Manager]. The [User Account Control] ap­pears, click [Continue]. The [Device Manager] appears.
4. At the [View] menu, click [Show hidden devices].
5. In the list, find [Other devices], then double-click it. When the model name you are using or [Unknown device] appears below the item you selected, click it to choose it.
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6. Go to the [Action] menu, and click [Uninstall].
7. In "Conrm Device Uninstall" window, select [Delete the driver software for this device.], and then click [OK].
8. Detach the USB cable connected to the printer, and the restart Windows.
9. Uninstall the driver. Carry out the steps from step 3 in page 89 “Uninstall the Driver Windows 7” to uninstall the driver.
10. Install the driver again according to the procedure in page 41 “Installing and Setting Up the Software.”
Windows Vista
1. If the [Found New Hardware] appears, click [Cancel] to close it.
2. Click the [Start] menu, then right-click [Computer]. Click [Properties].
3. Click [Device Manager]. The [User Account Control] ap­pears, click [Continue]. The [Device Manager] appears.
4. At the [View] menu, click [Show hidden devices].
5. In the list, nd [Printers] or [Other device], then double­click it. When the model name you are using or [Unknown device] appears below the item you selected, click it to choose it.
6. Go to the [Action] menu, and click [Uninstall].
7. In "Conrm Device Uninstall" window, select [Delete the driver software for this device.], then click [OK].
8. Detach the USB cable connected to the printer, and the restart Windows.
9. Uninstall the driver. Carry out the steps from step 3 in page 89“Uninstall the Driver Windows Vista” to uninstall the driver.
10. Install the driver again according to the procedure in page 41 “Installing and Setting Up the Software.”
Windows XP
1. If the [Found New Hardware Wizard] appears, click [Finish] to close it.
2. Click the [Start] menu, then right-click [My Computer]. Click [Properties].
3. Click the [Hardware] tab, then click [Device Manager]. The [Device Manager] appears.
4. At the [View] menu, click [Show hidden devices].
5. In the list, nd [Printers] or [Other device], then double­click it. When the model name you are using or [Unknown device] appears below the item you selected, click it to choose it.
6. Go to the [Action] menu, and click [Uninstall].
7. In "Conrm Device Uninstall" window, crick [OK].
8. Close the [Device Manager] and click [OK].
9. Detach the USB cable connected to the printer, and the restart Windows.
10. Uninstall the driver. Carry out the steps from step 3 in page 90 “Uninstall the Driver Windows XP” to uninstall the driver.
11. Install the driver again according to the procedure in page 41 “Installing and Setting Up the Software.”
Uninstalling the Driver
When uninstalling the driver, perform following opera­tion.
Windows 7
*If the driver is uninstalled without following the proce­dure given below, there is a possibility that it might not be able to be re-installed.
1. Before you start uninstallation of the driver, unplug the USB cables from your computer.
2. Log on to Windows as “Administrator” right.
3. From the [Start] menu, click [Control Panel]. Click [Uninstall a program].
4. Click the driver for the machine to delete to select it, then Click [Uninstall].
5. A message prompting you to conrm deletion ap­pears. Click [Yes].
6. From the [Start] menu, choose [All Programs], then [Accessories], then [Run], and then click [Browse].
7. Choose the name of the drive or folder where the driver is located. (*)
8. Select "SETUP.EXE" and click [Open], then click [OK].
9. The [User Account Control] appears, click [Allow].
10. The Setup program for the driver starts.
11. Click [Uninstall] to choose it. Select the machine to delete, then click [Start].
12. If it is necessary to restart your computer, a window prompting you to restart it appears. Click [Yes].
13.The uninstallation nishes after the computer re­starts. (*) When using the CD-ROM, specify the folder as shown below (assuming your CD-ROM drive is the D drive). D:\Drivers\25D\WIN7X64 (64 bit edition) D:\Drivers\25D\WIN7X86 (32 bit edition) If you're not using the CD-ROM, go to the Roland DG Corp. website (http://www.rolanddg.com/) and down­load the driver for the machine you want to delete, then specify the folder where you want to expand the downloaded le.
Windows Vista
1. Before you start uninstallation of the driver, unplug the USB cables from your computer.
2. Log on to Windows as “Administrators” right.
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3. From the [Start] menu, click [Control Panel]. From the [Hardware and Sound] group, click [Printer]. [Printer] folder opens.
4. Click the model name’s icon you are using. From the [Organize] menu, click [Delete]. The [User Account Con­trol] appears, click [Continue].
5. A message prompting you to conrm deletion ap­pears. Click [Yes].
6. In the [Printers] folder, right-click any location where no printer icon is present. From the [Run as administra­tor] menu, select [Server Properties]. The [User Account Control] appears, click [Continue].
7. Click the [Drivers] tab, then from the [Installed printer drivers] list, choose the machine to delete. Click [Re­move].
8. The [Remove Driver And Package] appears, select [Remove driver and driver package]. Click [OK].
9. When the prompt message appears, click [Yes].
10. The package and driver to delete are displayed. Make sure that what is displayed is the machine you want to delete, then click [Delete].
11. The items that have been deleted are displayed. Click [OK].
12. Click [Close] on [Remove Driver And Package] win­dow.
13. From the [Start] menu, choose [All Programs], then [Accessories], then [Run], and then click [Browse].
14. Choose the name of the drive or folder where the driver is located. (*)
15. Select "SETUP.EXE" and click [Open], then click [OK].
16. The [User Account Control] appears, click [Allow].
17. The Setup program for the driver starts.
18. Click [Uninstall] to choose it. Select the machine to delete, then click [Start].
19. If it is necessary to restart your computer, a window prompting you to restart it appears. Click [Yes].
20. The uninstallation nishes after the computer re­starts. (*) When using the CD-ROM, specify the folder as shown below (assuming your CD-ROM drive is the D drive). D:\Drivers\25D\WINVISTAX64 (64 bit edition) D:\Drivers\25D\WINVISTAX86 (32 bit edition) If you're not using the CD-ROM, go to the Roland DG Corp. website (http://www.rolanddg.com/) and down­load the driver for the machine you want to delete, then specify the folder where you want to expand the downloaded le.
Windows XP
1. Before you start uninstallation of the driver, unplug
the USB cables from your computer.
2. Log on to Windows as “Administrators” right.
3. From the [Start] menu, click [Control Panel]. Click [Printers and Other Hardware], then click [Printers and Faxes].
4. Click the model name’s icon you are using. From the [File] menu, choose [Delete].
5. A message prompting you to conrm deletion ap­pears. Click [Yes].
6. Go to [File] and select [Server Properties].
7. Click the [Driver] tab, then from the [Installed printer drivers] list, choose the machine to delete.
8. Click [Delete]. When the prompt message appears, click [Yes].
9. From the [Star t] menu, select [R un], then click [Browse].
10. From the [File Locations] list, choose the name of the drive or folder where the driver is located. (*)
11. Select "SETUP.EXE" and click [Open], then click [OK].
12. The Setup program for the driver starts.
13. Click [Uninstall] to choose it. Select the machine to delete, then click [Start].
14. If it is necessary to restart your computer, a window prompting you to restart it appears. Click [Yes].
15. The uninstallation nishes after the computer re­starts. (*) When using the CD-ROM, specify the folder as shown below (assuming your CD-ROM drive is the D drive). D:\Drivers\25D\WINXPX64 (64 bit edition) D:\Drivers\25D\WINXPX86 (32 bit edition) If you're not using the CD-ROM, go to the Roland DG Corp. website (http://www.rolanddg.com/) and down­load the driver for the machine you want to delete, then specify the folder where you want to expand the downloaded le.
The computer shut down
Is a machine with a same ID connected to the computer?
When more than one machine is connected to the computer, if machines with a same ID are connected at the same time, the computer might shut down. If the computer shuts down, turn o the power of all the con­nected machines and disconnect the USB cables from the computer. Next, restart the computer, and then start VPanel. If VPanel does not start, install it again. Then, make the setting again in a way that a same ID is not assigned to more than one machine.
P. 42, "Installing and Setting Up VPanel," p. 44, "Connecting
Multiple Units"
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5-3 Responding to an Error Message

This section describes the error messages that may appear on the monitor of the computer you're using, and how to take action to remedy the problem. If the action described here does not correct the problem, or if an error message not described here appears, contact your au-
thorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
No response is returned from machine.
Click [OK]. The machine may have accidentally been switched o, or the connector cable may have come loose. After checking, restart the machine.
P. 50, "Starting and Quitting"
No modeling machine was found.
Click [Quit], then restart the machine and redo the opera­tion from the beginning.
P. 50, "Starting and Quitting"
Detection pin absent or not installed cor­rectly.
During jig detection, either the detection pin was not installed or the amount of extension was incorrect, and so detection was aborted. Clicking "OK" cancels detec­tion operation. Make sure the detection pin is installed correctly, then redo detection of the jig location.
P. 76, "Installing a Tool"
Operation is impossible because jig detection has not been performed.
This appears if "Move to Rotation center Y" is selected in VPanel when jig detection has never been performed. Performing jig detection makes it possible to execute movement to center of rotation Y.
P. 57, "Moving to a Specic Position
Detection of the jig failed.
The sensor failed to respond during jig detection, and so detection failed. The sensor may fail to respond if the detection attachment, sensor, detection pin, or jig is dirty. Clean away any grime and redo detection of the jig location.
The handy panel is not responding.
This is displayed if the handy panel comes loose or malfunctions during operation. Clicking [OK] clears the message. Operations that do not use the handy panel can be continued. If this message continues to appear even after you have switched o the main power, recon-
nected the handy panel, and redone the operation from the beginning, then the handy panel may be malfunc­tioning. In such cases, contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
P. 39, "Connecting the Handy Panel," p. 50, "Starting and
Quitting"
Front cover open.
This machine restricts some operations to ensure safety when front covers are open. Close both the upper and lower front covers.
Command Error
Operation was paused because a command error oc­curred. Click [Cancel] to quit cutting. Cutting can be resumed by clicking [Continue], but doing so is very likely to result in unintended operation and is not rec­ommended.
Cover open error.
A front cover was opened during cutting or spindle rotation. Follow the on-screen messages to switch o the power, close the front cover, and redo the operation from the beginning.
The spindle experienced an excessive load. The spindle experienced an excessive cur­rent. The spindle motor is running hot. The spindle control circuit is running hot.
A spindle-motor error occurred. This is caused by pro­longed high load on the motor or by excessive torque be­ing applied momentarily. Follow the on-screen messages to switch o the power. The cutting may have exceeded the capacity of the machine. Before restarting, revise the cutting conditions. Also, allow the machine to rest for some time, because the motor may have overheated. If messages like these persist, contact your authorized Roland DG Corp.
The connector for the rotary axis is detached.
The connector for the rotary axis has come loose or the cable has been damaged, making connection impos­sible. Follow the on-screen messages to switch o the power. Before restarting, check and correct the status of the connector. If this message persists even though the connector is properly connected, switch o the power and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
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The handy panel is incapable of control.
An emergency stop occurred because control using the handy panel became impossible while operation was in progress. Follow the on-screen messages to switch o the power and reconnect the handy panel. If this mes­sage persists even though the handy panel is properly connected, the handy panel may be malfunctioning. Switch o the power and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
P. 39, "Connecting the Handy Panel"
*-Limit switch not found.
An emergency stop occurred because initialization failed. Switch the power o, remove any cutting waste or other obstructions impeding operation of the spindle head, then redo the operation from the start. If the message persists even after redoing the operation from the begin­ning, contact us or the dealer where you purchased the modeling machine. * "X," "Y," "Z," or "A"
Spindle rotation is impossible because the spindle shaft is locked or voltage is too low.
An emergency stop occurred because the spindle cannot be rotated. Possible causes include the spindle shaft be­ing frozen by accumulated cutting waste or the like, or a drop in voltage due to excess load on the spindle. Switch o the power, make sure no obstruction is impeding the operation of the spindle head, and take steps such as revising the cutting conditions as needed. The motor may also have overheated, so allow the machine to rest for some time before restarting. If messages like these still continue to appear, switch o the power and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
control. Follow the on-screen messages to switch o the power and redo the operation from the beginning. If this message persists, switch o the power and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
The NVRAM could not be accessed.
An emergency stop occurred because the machine's memory unit became partially inaccessible. Follow the on-screen messages to switch o the power and redo the operation from the beginning. If this message persists, switch o the power and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
A broken connection or other damage occurred between the spindle control circuit and the motor. A communication error occurred in the spindle
control rmware. The spindle control rmware is inoperative.
An emergency stop occurred because of a error in spindle
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Serial Number
This is required when you seek maintenance, servicing, or sup­port. Never peel off the label or let it get dirty.
Power Rating
Use an electrical outlet that meets the requirements for voltage and frequency given here. Provide a power supply whose amperage is 2.8 A or higher (for 100 to 120 V) or 1.2 A or higher (for 220 to 240 V).
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Expansion Connector A

Pin Connection
Pin
Number
1 PW --- 13 PG --- 2 PW --- 14 PG --- 3 4 IN7 (Input port 7) Reserved 16 OUT7(Output port 7) Reserved 5 IN6 (Input port 6) Reserved 17 OUT6(Output port 6) Reserved 6 IN5 (Input port 5) Reserved 18 OUT5(Output port 5) Reserved 7 IN4 (Input port 4) Reserved 19 OUT4(Output port 4) Reserved 8 IN3 (Input port 3) Reserved 20 OUT3(Output port 3) Reserved
9 IN2 (Input port 2) Reserved 21 OUT2(Output port 2) Reserved 10 IN1 (Input port 1) Reserved 22 OUT1(Output port 1) Reserved 11 ---------- ---------- 23 PG --­12 ---------- ---------- 24 PG ---
Pin connection
Signal
IN8 (Input port 8)
Content Pin
number
Reserved 15 OUT8(Output port 8) Reserved
Signal Content
94
Ribbon connector 24 pins
Manufacturer: OMRON
Model number: XM882422-11
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Input Port Specication
Number of input ports: 8 Input voltage: DC 24 V Input current: 7 mA or less Insulation method: Photo-coupler insulation Adaptive connection: Output of an external device (sync output)
5-5 Expansion Connector Specication
Conguration of
Internal Circuit
Internal circuit
Output Port Specication
Number of output ports: 8 (sync output) Rated load voltage: DC 24 V Maximum load current: 8 mA per port (64 mA or less in total) Leakage current: 0.1 mA or less Insulation method: Photo-coupler insulation Adaptive connection: Input of an external device
Conguration of
Internal Circuit
Internal circuit
+24V
560Ω
3.3KΩ
Input port
Output port
The input ports are designed for connecting to non-contact outp ut such as trans istor. When connecting a mechani­cal contact (switch, relay, etc.), be sure to use a minimal- cur­rent product. Leakage current of a non-contact circuit (OFF) connected to each input port must be 1 mA or less.
Never apply the load more than stated above. The output ports are designed for connecting to the load such as transistor. When connecting the inductive load (relay, etc.), be sure to apply a protection diode for absorbing back EMF to the coil. Inappropriate con­nection may cause damage to the circuit.
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Example of a Connection to an External Device
+24V
This machine
(Pin number)
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
(Signal)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
PW
PW IN 8 IN 7 IN 6 IN 5 IN 4 IN 3 IN 2 IN 1
-------
------­PG PG
OUT 8 OUT 7 OUT 6 OUT 5 OUT 4 OUT 3 OUT 2 OUT 1
PG PG
External output device (PLC, etc.)
Output common
OUT 8 OUT 7 OUT 6 OUT 5 OUT 4 OUT 3 OUT 2 OUT 1
Input common
IN 8 IN 7 IN 6 IN 5 IN 4 IN 3 IN 2 IN 1
Sync-type transistor output
Sync-type input
0V
* We are not responsible for devices connected to this connector.
Reversed polarity may dam­age to the circuit. Be sure to check the connection before turning on the power. Do not execute an insulation test.
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Expansion Connector B

97
+24V
100Ω/ 2W
If (max) = 1A
This circuit works during spindle motor rotation.
Be sure to use the connector within the rated range shown above. Do not apply an additional voltage to the connector. Do not short-circuit the connector and earthing.
Connector
Pin 1 Pin 2
Ic (max) = 150mA
Adaptive plug
Use a three-contact plug that meets the size requirements above.
Do not use the terminal . Use only the
and terminals.
* We are not responsible for devices connected to this connector.
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5-6 Dimensional Drawings

Dimension of Outline

Unit : mm
1050
557
55.5
495 606

Opening Size to Connect a Dust Collector

Diameter 50.8
Diameter 56.3
35
82
Diameter 32
480 656 765
Unit : mm
Diameter 65.5
56
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