Domino D Series User manual

Domino D-Series
Product Manual
D120i
D320i

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Note: This manual L025317 is intended for use only
with the second generation of the D-Series product
with a BCP7 Controller.

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WARNINGS:
AS SUPPLIED, THIS CODER IS A CLASS 4 LASER PRODUCT.
DURING OPERATION, IT WILL EMIT UP TO 100 WATTS OF
PULSED INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION AT A WAVELENGTH
BETWEEN 9 AND 11 MICRONS. AVOID EYE OR SKIN
EXPOSURE TO DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION.
THIS CODER MUST BE FITTED WITH CLASS 1 LASER
GUARDING TO SAFEGUARD AGAINST ACCIDENTAL
EXPOSURE TO DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION BEFORE
IT IS OPERATED OR MADE READY FOR USE.
GUIDANCE ON CREATING AND FITTING LASER GUARDING
CAN BE FOUND IN PART 1 OF THE PRODUCT MANUAL.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OF PERFORMANCE
OR PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THIS
MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
THE LASER PRINT HEAD (D120 IP, D320 IP) IS COOLED BY
COMPRESSED AIR. OVERPRESSURE INSIDE THE LASER
PRINT HEAD CAN DAMAGE THE PRINTER CABINET AND LEAD
TO PERSONAL INJURY.
THE MAXIMUM PRESSURE FOR THE COMPRESSED AIR
SUPPLIED INTO THE PRINT HEAD IS 3.5 BAR. THIS PRESSURE
MUST NOT BE EXCEEDED AT ANY TIME.
THE LASER PRINT HEAD HAS TWO AIR OUTLETS. BOTH AIR
OUTLETS MUST BE KEPT CLEAR AS BLOCKED AIR OUTLETS
CAN CAUSE OVERPRESSURE INSIDE THE PRINT HEAD.
THE COMPRESSED AIR MUST BE FREE OF OIL (CLASS 1.7.2
OF ISO 8573).
DO NOT SWAP THE AIR INLET AND OUTLET. THE LENGTH OF
THE COMPRESSED AIR OUTLET HOSE MUST NOT EXCEED 4M

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DOMINO D-SERIES LASER CODER
WARNING: This is a Class 4 Laser using high power
invisible infrared light. A risk of personal
injury or damage to equipment may result if
proper safety precautions are not observed.
Reading and understanding this manual is
required before operating this laser system.
This manual, Domino Part No. L025317, has been produced for use in the
maintenance and operation of the Domino D-Series Laser Coder, and to
reinforce and complement any training program available with the product. It
is not designed to replace any such training program.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored on
a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic,
mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior
permission of Domino Printing Sciences plc .
Domino Printing Sciences plc has a policy of continuous product
improvement. The Company, therefore, reserves the right to modify the
specification contained in this manual without notice.
For sales and service assistance please visit the following website and select
“Contact Domino in your country” for local technical support:
http://www.domino-printing.com
© Domino Printing Sciences plc 2010
Domino Printing
Sciences plc
Bar Hill
Cambridge
CB23 8TU
United Kingdom
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
(in accordance with ISO/IEC 17050-1)
No. L025317/1
Issuer’s name: Domino Laser GmbH, Germany
Issuer’s Address: Fangdieckstrasse 75a, 22547 Hamburg / Germany
Object of the declaration: D-Series Laser Marking System
The object of the declaration described above is in conformity
with the requirements of the following documents:
EN 61000-6-2:2005 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6-2: Generic
standards - Immunity for industrial environments.
EN 60825-1:2007 Safety of Laser Products.
EN 55011:2007 + A2:2007 Industrial scientific and medical (ISM) radio-frequency
equipment - Electromagnetic disturbance characteristics - Limits and methods of
measurement (IEC/CISPR 11:2003 + A1:2004, modified + A2:2006)
EN 60950-1:2006 Safety of Information Technology Equipment.
EN 61326-1:2006 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory
use - EMC requirements - Part 1: General requirements (IEC 61326-1:2005)
EN ISO 13849-1:2008 Safety of machinery - Safety related parts of control
systems - Part 1
2006/95/EC: Low Voltage Directive
2004/108/EC: EMC Directive
Additional Information
Compliance is dependent upon installation and use in accordance with the
Product Manual supplied.
Signed for and on behalf of
Domino Laser GmbH, Fangdieckstrasse 75a, 22547 Hamburg / Germany
November 2010
Dr. Wilhelm Specker
Research & Development Director - Domino Laser GmbH

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FCC NOTICE
PART 18 USERS MANUAL STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of ISM
Equipment pursuant to Part 18 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a typical
installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Re-orientate or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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MICROSOFT’S EMBEDDED SYSTEMS END
USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (“EULA”)
• You have acquired a device (“DEVICE”) that includes software licensed
by Domino Printing Sciences plc from Microsoft Licensing Inc. or its
affiliates (“MS”). Those installed software products of MS origin, as well
as associated media, printed materials, and “online” or electronic
documentation (“SOFTWARE”) are protected by international
intellectual property laws and treaties. The SOFTWARE is licensed, not
sold. All rights reserved.
• IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (“EULA”), DO NOT USE THE DEVICE OR COPY
THE SOFTWARE. INSTEAD, PROMPTLY CONTACT DOMINO
PRINTING SCIENCES PLC FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON
RETURN OF THE UNUSED DEVICE(S) FOR A REFUND. ANY
USE OF THE SOFTWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO USE ON THE DEVICE, WILL CONSTITUTE YOUR
AGREEMENT TO THIS EULA (OR RATIFICATION OF ANY
PREVIOUS CONSENT).
GRANT OF SOFTWARE LICENSE. This EULA grants you the following
license:
• You may use the SOFTWARE only on the DEVICE
• NOT FAULT TOLERANT. THE SOFTWARE IS NOT FAULT
TOLERANT. DOMINO PRINTING SCIENCES PLC HAS
INDEPENDENTLY DETERMINED HOW TO USE THE
SOFTWARE IN THE DEVICE, AND MS HAS RELIED UPON
DOMINO PRINTING SCIENCES PLC TO CONDUCT
SUFFICIENT TESTING TO DETERMINE THAT THE
SOFTWARE IS SUITABLE FOR SUCH USE.
• NO WARRANTIES FOR THE SOFTWARE. THE SOFTWARE
is provided “AS IS” and with all faults. THE ENTIRE RISK AS
TO SATISFACTORY QUALITY, PERFORMANCE,
ACCURACY, AND EFFORT (INCLUDING LACK OF
NEGLIGENCE) IS WITH YOU. ALSO, THERE IS NO
WARRANTY AGAINST INTERFERENCE WITH YOUR
ENJOYMENT OF THE SOFTWARE OR AGAINST
INFRINGEMENT. IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED ANY
WARRANTIES REGARDING THE DEVICE OR THE
SOFTWARE, THOSE WARRANTIES DO NOT ORIGINATE
FROM, AND ARE NOT BINDING ON, MS.

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•Note on Java Support. The SOFTWARE may contain support for
programs written in Java. Java technology is not fault tolerant and is not
designed, manufactured, or intended for use or resale as online control
equipment in hazardous environments requiring fail-safe performance,
such as in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or
communication systems, air traffic control, direct life support machines,
or weapons systems, in which the failure of Java technology could lead
directly to death, personal injury, or severe physical or environmental
damage. Sun Microsystems, Inc. has contractually obligated MS to make
this disclaimer.
• No Liability for Certain Damages. EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY
LAW, MS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN CONNECTION WITH
THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE. THIS
LIMITATION SHALL APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS
OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL MS
BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNT IN EXCESS OF U.S. TWO
HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS (U.S.$250.00).
•Limitations on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation, and
Disassembly. You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble
the SOFTWARE, except and only to the extent that such activity is
expressly permitted by applicable law notwithstanding this limitation.
•SOFTWARE TRANSFER ALLOWED BUT WITH
RESTRICTIONS. You may permanently transfer rights under this
EULA only as part of a permanent sale or transfer of the Device, and
only if the recipient agrees to this EULA. If the SOFTWARE is an
upgrade, any transfer must also include all prior versions of the
SOFTWARE.
EXPORT RESTRICTIONS. You acknowledge that SOFTWARE is of
US-origin. You agree to comply with all applicable international and national
laws that apply to the SOFTWARE, including the U.S. Export
Administration Regulations, as well as end-user, end-use and country
destination restrictions issued by U.S. and other governments. For additional
information on exporting the SOFTWARE, see http://www.microsoft.com/
exporting/.
© 2000 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Terms of use.

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D-SERIES PRODUCT MANUAL
CONTENTS
Part 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health & Safety
Part 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installation
Part 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operation
Part 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Technical Reference
Part 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maintenance and Fault Finding
Appendix A . . . . . . . . . Appendix Marking Fonts
Appendix B . . . . . . . . . Appendix Barcodes
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alphabetical Index

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LIABILITIES AND WARRANTIES
Warranty and liability rights for personal or material damages are precluded, if
they are caused by one of the following:
• Non-designated use of the laser marking system
• The use of consumer-electronics (e.g. PDAs or Mobiles) as user interface
for the marking laser systems is not recommended nor supported
• Improper installation, commissioning, operating, and maintaining of the
laser marking system
• Operating the equipment with defective safety installations, or
improperly installed or inoperable safety and protective devices
• Non-compliance with the instructions of the operating manual regarding
transport, storage, installation, commissioning, repairs, or maintenance of
the laser marking system
• Opening the laser unit
• Unauthorized structural modifications to the laser marking system
• Unauthorized modifications of the beam and laser parameters
• Inadequate monitoring of components
(Refer to PART 5: MAINTENANCE AND FAULT FINDING)
• Disasters, war, and acts of God.

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AMENDMENT RECORD
Amendment Date
All Parts at Issue 1 March 2011

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PART 1 : HEALTH & SAFETY
CONTENTS
Page
GENERAL ........................................................................................ 1-3
DESIGNATED USE .......................................................................... 1-4
SAFETY SYMBOLS .......................................................................... 1-6
SPECIFIC DANGERS ...................................................................... 1-7
Electrical Energy ............................................................................ 1-7
Compressed Air ............................................................................. 1-7
Laser Radiation .............................................................................. 1-7
Harmful Dusts and Vapours ............................................................ 1-8
Touching the Lens .......................................................................... 1-8
CLASS 1 GUARDING ...................................................................... 1-9
Access Guards ................................................................................ 1-9
Visor Guards .................................................................................. 1-9
Beam Stop Guard ........................................................................... 1-9
Materials ........................................................................................ 1-10
Interlock Switches .......................................................................... 1-10
Guarding Labels ............................................................................. 1-10
Specific Precautions During Maintenance or Repair Work ............. 1-11
SYSTEM NAMING CONVENTIONS ............................................ 1-12
Complete system (laser and controller) ........................................... 1-12
Laser .............................................................................................. 1-13
LASER WARNING AND INFORMATION SIGNS ...................... 1-14
Location of Controller signs ........................................................... 1-16
Location of Laser signs ................................................................... 1-17

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GENERAL
The D-Series laser marking systems are designed and built in accordance with
international standards and other technical specifications, which are to be
observed. The equipment conforms to current technology and approved
safety requirements.
Domino D-Series Laser marking systems are produced by Domino Laser
GmbH Germany. For Sales and support contact Domino.
This safety standard, however, can only be achieved if all intended and
required measures have been taken and are constantly observed. It is part of
the operator’s duties to plan these measures and check their continuing
implementation.
The D-Series laser marking systems have been developed and designed for
fully automated marking of packaging materials and products by use of laser
radiation.
The user must ensure that:
• The laser system is only made ready for use after it has been installed and
guarded to Class 1 laser safety standards (EN60825), see “CLASS 1
GUARDING” on page 1-9
• The equipment is only to be used for its intended purpose, see
“DESIGNATED USE” on page 1-4.
• The equipment is only operated in a good, serviceable condition, and
that all safety installations are regularly checked for their serviceability
• Personal protective goggles for maintenance and repair personnel are
required and made available
• Only suitable and approved tools and equipment are used
• This Product Manual is complete and in a legible condition at the
equipment location at all times
• The valid rules and laws regarding accident prevention are available and
observed
• Only sufficiently qualified and authorised personnel shall operate,
maintain, and repair the laser marking system
• These personnel are regularly instructed in all matters concerning
appropriate labour safety and environmental protection, and that they are
familiar with the operating manual, particularly the safety instructions
contained herein
• Any safety and warning signs on the laser marking system must not be
removed and must remain in a readable condition.

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DESIGNATED USE
The D-Series laser marking system is exclusively designated for fully
automated marking of packaging materials and products by laser radiation.
If the laser marking system is used for improper purposes, all liability claims
will be refused.
The technical specifications listed in “TECHNICAL REFERENCE” Part 4
must be observed and complied with at all times.
The manufacturer will not be liable for any material or personal damages
resulting from non-designated usage.
The laser marking system must only be operated by authorized and
specifically trained personnel who are familiar with and observe the
procedures within this manual.
It is strongly recommended to carry out a risk assessment regarding laser
printer integration according to EN ISO14121 and EN ISO11553. Potential
hazards resulting from laser material processing machines are reported in
EN ISO11553 including hazards from laser material processing (e.g. dusts,
emissions, fires or explosion) and other potential hazards.
Potential fire risks could result from examples as listed below. This list is not
considered to be complete. Local conditions must be considered as well.
• Printing on not specified material (e.g. easily inflammable materials)
• Invalid parameter settings (e.g. very low mark speed)
• Invalid parameter settings due to corrupted print data
• Printing constantly on the same product (e.g. no product movement
caused by various reasons)
• Inflammable gases or materials inside the working area.
In printing mode the laser beam is controlled by software which must be
considered into risk asessment.

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Before turning the laser equipment on, check and ensure that:
• The laser system has been installed and guarded to Class 1 laser safety
standards (EN60825), see “CLASS 1 GUARDING” on page 1-9
• Only authorised personnel should be present within the operating area of
the laser marking system.
For IP-rated print heads with compressed air cooling only, ensure that:
• The compressed air supplied to the print head does not exceed a pressure
of 3.5 bar.
• Both air outlets are kept clear.
• Air inlet and outlet are fittted correctly.
Before starting any production
• Check the laser marking system for any visible damage.
Ensure that it is only operated in "best possible" condition
Discovered defects must be eliminated immediately.
•Checkand ensure that material or other objects not required for the
production are removed from the operating area of the laser marking
system
• Check and ensure the flawless functioning of all safety devices.
All valid rules and laws for accident prevention are to be observed.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
In this manual the following safety symbols have been used to alert the reader
to the text of the safety instruction next to it.
This manual provides specific safety instructions for the operation of the laser
marking system. These instructions exist for:
• personnel
• products and machines
• the environment
WARNING: Indicates danger to life and health if the
instructions are not observed.
CAUTION: Indicates a risk of material damage if the instructions are not
observed.
WARNING: Indicates a danger from harmful dusts and
vapours.
WARNING: Indicates a danger from dangerous laser
radiation.
WARNING: Indicates a danger from dangerous electrical
voltage.

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SPECIFIC DANGERS
Electrical Energy
In the D-Series laser marking system, the maximum operating voltage is the
connected mains voltage, which can pose a hazard to health. The mains
voltage to be maintained is shown on the name plate.
Work on live components must only be performed by authorised personnel.
In the case of a defective power supply, operation of the laser marking system
is to be stopped immediately and is only to be repaired by authorised
personnel.
Keep the control unit closed at all times. Only expressly authorised personnel
are permitted to open the control unit.
Compressed Air
The laser print head (D120 IP, D320 IP) is cooled by compressed air.
Overpressure inside the laser print head can damage the printer cabinet and
lead to personal injury.
The maximum pressure for the compressed air supplied into the print head is
3.5 bar. This Pressure must not be exceeded at any time.
The laser print head has two air outlets. Both air outlets must be kept clear as
blocked air outlets can cause overpressure inside the print head.
The compressed air must be free of oil (Class 1.7.2 of ISO 8573).
Do not swap the air inlet and outlet. The length of the compressed air outlet
hose must not exceed 4m!
Laser Radiation
Laser radiation can pose a risk to eyes and skin. The danger is not only posed
by direct laser radiation, but also by scattered radiation and reflections from
the work piece or the packaging machine. The degree of injury depends on
the duration of the effect, the power and the wavelength of the laser.
Lasers and their installations are classified into seven laser protection classes,
depending on their potential danger. Class 1 is the safest and Class 4 is
potentially the most harmful. These classes are defined in detail in EN60825
Part 1 and are summarised below:
Class 1 The accessible laser radiation may be visible or invisible and is
harmless.
Class 1M The accessible laser radiation may be visible or invisible and is
harmless, provided additional optical instruments are not used.

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Harmful Dusts and Vapours
When radiating materials by means of a laser, harmful dusts and vapours can
be produced. The user is responsible for appropriate measures, e.g. an exhaust
system, to reduce such harmful dusts and vapours to a level that complies with
the allowed maximum concentration of pollutants at the work place.
Touching the Lens
Germanium and Zinc Selenide lenses are used in the D-Series laser system.
Lenses must not be touched.
If the lens has been soiled, it must be thoroughly cleaned (see “CLEANING
THE LENS” on page 5-3) before any operation.
The lens is not water resistant and must therefore only be cleaned with
Isopropyl Alcohol. Dry the lens using cotton swabs (Q-tips), ensuring the
surface of the lens is not scratched.
Class 2 The accessible laser radiation is visible and is harmless for
accidental exposure to eyes for periods of less than 0.25 seconds.
Class 2M The accessible laser radiation is visible and is harmless for
accidental exposure to eyes for periods of less than 0.25 seconds,
provided additional optical instruments are not used.
Class 3R The accessible laser radiation may be visible or invisible. It is
potentially harmful to eyes.
Class 3B The accessible laser radiation may be visible or invisible. Direct
radiation is harmful to the eyes and skin although diffuse radiation
(reflected from a matt surface) is harmless.
Class 4 The accessible laser radiation may be visible or invisible. Direct
and diffuse radiation is extremely harmful to eyes and skin and can
pose a fire risk if projected onto combustible materials.
The D-Series laser marking systems, taken by themselves, are
Class 4 and must not be used until suitable, interlocked guarding is
fitted to achieve a Class 1 laser installation that physically prevents
access to the laser radiation or automatically disables the laser
when access is required to the marking area (for cleaning or
maintenance, etc.).