Datalogic Arex 400 User manual

AREX™ 400
USER MANUAL
InfraRed Fiber Laser Marker

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USER MANUAL i
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE ...................................................................................................................V
About this Manual ............................................................................................................ v
Manual Conventions ............................................................................................................................v
Technical Support ........................................................................................................... vi
Support Through the Website ............................................................................................................ vi
Reseller Technical Support ................................................................................................................ vi
INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................................1
General ........................................................................................................................... 1
Model Description ............................................................................................................ 2
PRO Version .........................................................................................................................................2
BASIC Version ......................................................................................................................................2
CE Compliance ................................................................................................................. 3
FCC Compliance ............................................................................................................... 3
EAC Compliance ...............................................................................................................3
UL Compliance .................................................................................................................4
Laser Standards ...............................................................................................................5
Overview ......................................................................................................................... 6
Laser Source .......................................................................................................................................6
Galvanometric scan head ....................................................................................................................6
Operation of a laser marker with galvanometric scanning ...............................................................6
Marking Software ................................................................................................................................7
Important Warnings ............................................................................................................................7
INSTALLATION...........................................................................................................8
Unpacking ....................................................................................................................... 8
Contents of the packaging .............................................................................................. 10
On moisture condensation .............................................................................................. 11
Note on moisture condensation .......................................................................................................11
If moisture condensation occurs ......................................................................................................11
How to avoid moisture condensation ..............................................................................................11
Fixing and positioning .................................................................................................... 12
Control Rack installation ................................................................................................ 13
Horizontal installation .......................................................................................................................13
Vertical installation ...........................................................................................................................15
Control rack mounting screws length ..............................................................................................16
Scan Head installation .................................................................................................... 17
Scan head mounting screws length .................................................................................................20
Installation environment ................................................................................................. 21
Control rack .......................................................................................................................................21
Scan Head ..........................................................................................................................................22
Fume / Dust extractor .................................................................................................... 23
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................24
Technical Characteristics ................................................................................................ 24
Product Description ........................................................................................................ 26
Control rack .......................................................................................................................................26
Scan head ..........................................................................................................................................27
Marking Area Specification ............................................................................................. 28
F-Theta Scan Lens for Arex™ 110-XXX and 120-XXX .....................................................................29

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F-Theta Scan Lens for Arex™ A20-X6X ...........................................................................................29
F-Theta Scan Lens for Arex™ 130-X6X and 150-X6X .....................................................................30
Green Spot .....................................................................................................................31
Connectors Specifications ...............................................................................................32
Safety Circuit .....................................................................................................................................32
Control rack back panel connector ..........................................................................................32
Muting Device ............................................................................................................................34
Command Box (Laser Control) .........................................................................................................35
Control rack back panel connector ..........................................................................................35
Muting Device ............................................................................................................................36
Axes (I/O Control) ..............................................................................................................................37
Control rack back panel connector ..........................................................................................37
Encoder ..............................................................................................................................................38
Control rack back panel connector ..........................................................................................38
Photocell ............................................................................................................................................38
Control rack back panel connector ..........................................................................................38
Device Port 1 .....................................................................................................................................39
Control rack back panel connector ..........................................................................................39
Device Port 2 .....................................................................................................................................39
Control rack back panel connector ..........................................................................................39
RS232 (COM3) ...................................................................................................................................40
Control rack back panel connector ..........................................................................................40
Ext Focus ...........................................................................................................................................40
Scan head connector ................................................................................................................40
Input/Output specifications ..............................................................................................41
Digital Input .......................................................................................................................................41
Digital Output ....................................................................................................................................41
Laser Marker States .......................................................................................................42
Normal Operation States ..................................................................................................................42
Error States .......................................................................................................................................43
Warning State ....................................................................................................................................43
Control the Laser Marker States ......................................................................................................44
Key Selector mode ....................................................................................................................44
Command Box mode ................................................................................................................44
Timing Diagrams ............................................................................................................45
Turning On sequence ........................................................................................................................45
Marking control signals behavior .....................................................................................................45
SW_Ready output signal (Ready to Mark mode) .............................................................................46
Good\Bad output signal ....................................................................................................................46
System_Alarm output signal ............................................................................................................46
MARVIS™ I/O signals behavior .........................................................................................................47
Safety functions behavior .................................................................................................................47
Interlock behavior .....................................................................................................................47
Laser_Stop behavior ................................................................................................................47
Green Spot behavior .........................................................................................................................48
System Ready to Mark mode ...................................................................................................48
Marking Confirmation mode ....................................................................................................48
MARVIS Verification mode .......................................................................................................48
Axes I/O signals behavior .................................................................................................................49
Lighter™ Suite marking software ....................................................................................49
SET UP .................................................................................................................... 52
Connections ...................................................................................................................52
Connecting Command Box connector ..............................................................................................52
Connecting Safety Circuit connector ................................................................................................53
Connecting Power Supply cable .......................................................................................................54
Connecting the Earth Ground ...........................................................................................................54
Local Mode Control connections ......................................................................................................55
Remote Mode Control connection ....................................................................................................57
F-Theta scan lens protection cap removal ........................................................................58

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USE AND OPERATION...............................................................................................59
First time boot ............................................................................................................... 60
Turning On sequence ...................................................................................................... 61
Sequence using Key Selector ...........................................................................................................61
Sequence Using Command Box .......................................................................................................64
CUSTOMIZE THE LASER MARKER SOFTWARE ........................................................... 66
Change O.S. language and keyboard layout ..................................................................... 66
Change the LAN configuration and IP address ................................................................. 70
Change the video setting ................................................................................................ 73
Remote desktop connection ............................................................................................ 75
ACCESSORIES ..........................................................................................................76
Control Box ................................................................................................................... 76
Remote Start Foot Switch ............................................................................................... 77
I/O interface ..................................................................................................................77
DB25-to-Free Leads Cable ............................................................................................. 78
MARVIS™ Add-on .......................................................................................................... 78
MARVIS™ Mounting Bracket ............................................................................................................79
MARVIS™ LED Ring Light ID 50mm - White ...................................................................................79
Micrometric distance sensor kit ...................................................................................... 79
M39 F-Theta protective cap ............................................................................................ 80
Starter Kit for Marking On the Fly (MOF) ......................................................................... 81
Rack Handles ................................................................................................................. 82
Fume Extractor .............................................................................................................. 82
TECHNICAL SUPPORT............................................................................................... 83
Seals ............................................................................................................................. 83
Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 84
F-Theta scan lens cleaning procedure .............................................................................................84
Air filter cleaning procedure .............................................................................................................85
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 86
Service Interface ................................................................................................................................86
List of warning and error states .......................................................................................................88
List of problems related to laser marker states .............................................................................89
List of most common problems .......................................................................................................89
Remote Assistance ......................................................................................................... 92
LABELS ...................................................................................................................93
Labels ........................................................................................................................... 93
Positioning of external labels .......................................................................................... 94
Positioning of labels on the control rack: ........................................................................................94
Positioning of labels on the scan head: ............................................................................................95
Safety labels in local languages ...................................................................................... 95
UNDERSTANDING SLO: SAFE LASER OFF SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS ACCORDING TO EN
ISO 13849-1:2008.....................................................................................................96
Machine Safety .............................................................................................................. 96
Risk Assessment ............................................................................................................ 96
Performance Level (PL) ................................................................................................. 98
Datalogic Laser Markers ................................................................................................. 98
SLO connection diagram ................................................................................................. 99
Safety Functions Of Arex™ 400 .................................................................................... 100
Arex™ XXX-X5X ...............................................................................................................................100
Arex™ XXX-X6X ...............................................................................................................................100
Example 1 ........................................................................................................................................101
Example 2 ........................................................................................................................................102
Example 3 ........................................................................................................................................103
LASER SAFETY ...................................................................................................... 104
Laser radiation ............................................................................................................ 106
Absorption of laser radiation ........................................................................................ 107
Classification and danger level ..................................................................................... 108
Degree of risk with radiation viewing conditions ............................................................ 108

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Direct viewing of the laser beam ....................................................................................................108
Viewing of a laser reflected beam ..................................................................................................109
Viewing of direct laser beam from a fiber output ..........................................................................109
Viewing of scattered laser beam ....................................................................................................109
N.O.H.D. determination and O.D. of protection goggles ...................................................110
Accidental vision of the reflected laser radiation ..........................................................................111
Filter scale index of the protection goggles ..................................................................................111
Eyes and skin risks .......................................................................................................111
General safety regulations ............................................................................................ 111
Other risks ...................................................................................................................112
USING MARKING SOFTWARE.................................................................................. 113
How to create and edit graphics layout ..........................................................................113
How to test and mark layout .........................................................................................115
How to use Command Box signals to mark layout ...........................................................117
MOPA FIBER LASER............................................................................................... 119
Laser marker operations ..............................................................................................119
Pulse Profile ....................................................................................................................................121
Lighter™ Pulse Profile Configuration ............................................................................123
Creating a document with multiple objects using a single pulse profile ......................................123
Creating a document with multiple objects using different pulse profiles ..................................124
MARKING SOFTWARE UPGRADE............................................................................. 126
How to update the marking software .............................................................................126
RECOVER THE LASER MARKER .............................................................................. 132
Overview .....................................................................................................................132
How to recover the laser marker ...................................................................................132
Recover the system: .......................................................................................................................132
Initialize the Hardware ....................................................................................................................135
Customize the marking software ...................................................................................................136
MECHANICAL DRAWINGS....................................................................................... 137
Control Rack ................................................................................................................138
Scan Head ....................................................................................................................139

USER MANUAL v
PREFACE
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This User Manual (UM) is provided for users seeking advanced technical information,
including connection, programming, maintenance and specifications. The Quick Refer-
ence Guide (QRG) and other publications associated with this product can be down-
loaded free of charge from the website listed on the back cover of this manual.
Manual Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
The symbols listed below are used in this manual to notify the reader of key issues or
procedures that must be observed when using the reader:
NOTE
Notes contain information necessary for properly diagnosing, repairing and
operating the reader.
CAUTION
The CAUTION symbol advises you of actions that could damage equipment
or property.
WARNING
The WARNING symbol advises you of actions that could result in harm or
injury to the person performing the task.

PREFACE
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Support Through the Website
Datalogic provides several services as well as technical support through its website. Log
on to (www.datalogic.com).
For quick access, from the home page click on the search icon , and type in the name of
the product you’re looking for. This allows you access to download Data Sheets, Manu-
als, Software & Utilities, and Drawings.
Hover over the Support & Service menu for access to Services and Technical Support.
Reseller Technical Support
An excellent source for technical assistance and information is an authorized Datalogic
reseller. A reseller is acquainted with specific types of businesses, application software,
and computer systems and can provide individualized assistance.

USER MANUAL 1
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
GENERAL
Information included in this manual is intended for a qualified installer able to integrate
the laser marker into a system, complying with all the protection features required by
international rules and local legislations. Refer to the following sections for further
information.
This manual refers to Arex™ 400 Fiber laser markers, that is a Class 4 Laser Product.
In addition to being professionally trained in their role, personnel assigned to work with
laser marker must be informed and made acquainted with the risks inherent to invisible
and visible laser radiation. The operator is required to carefully read the section of the
manual concerning safety instructions as well as the sections related to matters falling
under her/his responsibility.
NOTE
CAUTION
Datalogic shall not be held responsible for any non-conforming use of laser
marker of its manufacture.
BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THE LASER MARKER, CAREFULLY READ
THIS MANUAL.

INTRODUCTION
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MODEL DESCRIPTION
Arex™ 400 laser markers are described by their model number which indicates the char-
acteristics listed in the diagram below. Not all combinations are available. For a com-
plete list of combinations see the Models tab on the Product page of the website.
AREX XXX-XXX
Laser Type Power F-Theta scan lens Version Operating System
1 = Pulsed Fiber 10 = 10W 3 = 160 S 5 = BASIC 4= Windows® 7
A = Fiber MOPA 20 = 20W 4 = 160L 6 = PRO
30 = 30W 6 = 254 S
50 = 50W 7 = 254 L
9 = 100 L
A = 330 L
B = 420 L
PRO Version
• Wider power range selection
• Wider F-Theta scan lens selection
• High performance level for safety features
• High PC performance (powered by Intel® Celeron®)
• 3x Ethernet ports 10/100/1000 Mbps
• High Precision Marking Field Center specifications
• Advanced software features
BASIC Version
• Models with power level 10W & 20W
• Basic performance level for safety features
• Basic PC performance (powered by Intel® Atom®)
• 1x Ethernet port 10/100/1000 Mbps
• Basic Precision Marking Field Center specifications
•Basicsoftwarefeatures

CE COMPLIANCE
USER MANUAL 3
CE COMPLIANCE
CE marking states the compliance of the product with essential requirements listed in
the applicable European directive. Since the directives and applicable standards are
subject to continuous updates, and since Datalogic promptly adopts these updates,
therefore the EU declaration of conformity is a living document. The EU declaration of
conformity is available for competent authorities and customers through Datalogic
commercial reference contacts. Since April 20th, 2016 the main European directives
applicable to Datalogic products require inclusion of an adequate analysis and assess-
ment of the risk(s). This evaluation was carried out in relation to the applicable points of
the standards listed in the Declaration of Conformity. Datalogic products are mainly
designed for integration purposes into more complex systems. For this reason it is under
the responsibility of the customer to do a new risk assessment regarding the final instal-
lation.
FCC COMPLIANCE
Modifications or changes to this equipment without the expressed written approval of
Datalogic could void the permission to use the equipment.
This laser marker complies with PART 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this laser marker may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this laser marker must accept any interference received, including interference
which may cause undesired operation.
This laser marker has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digi-
tal device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in
a commercial environment. This laser marker generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre-
quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this laser
marker in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.
EAC COMPLIANCE
Customs Union: this laser marker complies with CU Conformity certification;
this allows the Product to bear the Eurasian Mark of conformity.
CAUTION
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.

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UL COMPLIANCE
Reading this manual prevents the operator from carrying out operations that could
cause damage to himself or others.
Follow-Up Service Procedure issued on 2019-03-26.

LASER STANDARDS
USER MANUAL 5
LASER STANDARDS
This laser marker is classified as Class 4 Laser Product according to the following:
EU: EN60825-1
USA: 21 CFR 1040.10
China: GB7247-1
Datalogic, as manufacturer of laser products, provides a laser marker which is NOT
intended for immediate use, but it must be connected, by others, to other devices
which have the final aim of creating a laser processing system.
The final system manufacturer MUST ensure the safety of the laser processing machine
according to its standards including the risk-analysis, implementation of safety mea-
sures, certification and testing of safety measures and the production of adequate infor-
mation for use of the machine.
Datalogic is available for providing to the customers all the information in its possession
to help in complying with applicable standards.
WARNING
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

INTRODUCTION
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OVERVIEW
The Fiber laser marker developed and manufactured by Datalogic employs the most
advanced technologies with regards to the opto-mechanical parts, the electronic con-
trol of laser beam power, communication and the overall safety of the entire marker.
The Arex™ 400 laser marker features a control rack and a scan head. The control rack
size is standard 19" 2.5U. The scan head compact dimensions make it easy to integrate.
All product connections are on the rear or front of the control rack.
Laser Source
On Arex™ 400 laser marker it is used a sealed fiber laser source. This source is based on
the new fiber solid state technology. It guaranties high stability, lower sensitivity to opti-
cal misalignment and a longer product lifetime.
Galvanometric scan head
The scan head features two deflection mirrors that deflect the beam in X and Y direc-
tions, depending on the graphics/pattern to be reproduced.
Operation of a laser marker with galvanometric scanning
During the marking the laser generates an invisible, high-energy infrared beam.
In order to obtain a more accurate focus, the laser beam is first enlarged using an optical
expansion system and then deflected by a scanning system consisting of two mirrors
mounted on galvanometric motors.
These mirrors deflect the beam in a controlled path along the X and Y axes; processing
of the product surface occurs by coordinating the movement of the two mirrors and the
turning on/off of the laser beam.
The deflected laser beam is focused by an F-Theta scan lens on the surface of the prod-
uct.
Generally speaking, the marking is carried out within the focus plane of the F-Theta scan
lens.

OVERVIEW
USER MANUAL 7
Marking Software
The Lighter™ marking software is preinstalled on the product.
NOTE
NOTE
Important Warnings
Access to the internal parts of the laser marker is allowed only to authorized personnel,
duly qualified and trained with regards to risks of optical and electrical nature.
Datalogic declines any and all responsibility for work carried out on active parts by
untrained or unauthorized personnel.
Consult Lighter™ software user's manual for a proper use of the same.
If necessary, consult “How to update the marking software” on page 126,
to upgrade the preinstalled software.
CAUTION
It is forbidden to change the intended use for which the product was
designed and developed.
Datalogic declines any and all responsibility for improper use of its laser
product.
CAUTION
The integration and use of this laser marker is customer responsibility.
CAUTION
Never expose reflecting surfaces to laser radiation!
The reflected laser beam may cause damage to laser marker.
CAUTION
Laser marking interacts with materials through, for example, a thermal
carbonization process which may lead to the emission of fumes, dust and
vapors.
Adequate fume/dust extractor and treatment must be provided by cus-
tomer!
WARNING
Marking PVC (or other plastic material) can cause the release of chlorine
gas which can be harmful to the laser operator and to the laser marker
itself. Always use adequate fume extractor during PVC and plastic mark-
ing.
CAUTION
It is the responsibility of the customer to install the laser marker in proper
safety condition!

8 AREX™ 400
CHAPTER 2
INSTALLATION
UNPACKING
CAUTION
Control rack and scan head are joined by a connection cable 3 meters long,
referred as Head Cable. Control rack and scan head are NOT separable.
CAUTION
Be extremely careful to not damage the connection cable between scan
head and control rack.
CAUTION
To avoid damaging or breaking the optical fiber, never subject the Head
Cable to a bending radius below the limits specified in the technical speci-
fication table (see “Unpacking” on page 8).
CAUTION
The Arex™ 400 laser marker is a delicate optical device, that can be dam-
age by shock and vibrations.

UNPACKING
USER MANUAL 9
Before installing or operating the laser marker, you should:
• Inspect the shipping container for damage
• Inspect the laser marker for signs of damage
• Confirm that the shipping box contains all items on the shipping inventory list
including any accessories
When unpacking the laser marker from the shipping box you should:
• Remove the accessories and documentations
• Carefully remove the laser marker from the packaging using both hands
Figure 1: Unpacking
Keep all packing materials until the laser has been inspected for completeness and dam-
age. If something is missing or defective, call Datalogic (see “Technical Support” on
page vi for contact details).

INSTALLATION
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CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGING
3x
Control Rack Scan Head Power Supply cables
Rack Fixing Brackets
(Only for XXX-X6X models)
Command Box
MUTING DEVICE
Safety Circuit
MUTING DEVICE
Safety labels USB Recovery Disk Selector Keys
Scan Head Fixing Bracket VGA to DVI Adapter
(Only for XXX-X6X models) Test report and sample test plate
Quick Reference Guide

ON MOISTURE CONDENSATION
USER MANUAL 11
ON MOISTURE CONDENSATION
If the laser marker is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may con-
dense inside or outside the laser product. This moisture condensation may cause a mal-
function of the laser marker.
Note on moisture condensation
Moisture may condense when you bring the laser marker from a cold place into a warm
place (or vice versa) and when you use the laser marker in a humid place.
If moisture condensation occurs
Turn off the laser marker and wait about 1 hour for the moisture to evaporate.
How to avoid moisture condensation
Before moving the laser marker from a cold place into a warm place, put it in a plastic
bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag
has reached the ambient temperature (after about 1 hour).

INSTALLATION
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FIXING AND POSITIONING
NOTE
NOTE
CAUTION
Fix the laser marker according to instructions shown in the figures.
CAUTION
It is mandatory to secure the laser marker before you start marking, since
improper securing or positioning may cause serious damage.
Do not secure the laser marker in a way other than the one described in the
figure.
CAUTION
Introduction of optical or mechanical surfaces, such as mechanical shut-
ters or additional protective glass, between F-Theta scan lens output and
marking surface may case optical feedback into the laser marker.
Optical induced damage caused to laser marker by reflection from external
surfaces is not covered by warranty.
In order to prevent marking distortions, avoid vibrations and bumps during
the marking process!
It is recommended to install the scan head on a positioning Z-axis system
for accurate mounting at focal distance!