GCC Technologies StellarMark C Series User manual

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Version 3.0
Released Feb, 2020
StellarMark C-Series
User Manual

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Release Note
Version
Release Date
Change
01
Oct, 2017
First version
02
Jan, 2019
Modify chapter 4.2 –Pyramid Focus Tool
Add chapter 4.3 –Manual Focus Tool
03
Feb, 2020
Add CIIS series

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 SAFETY................................................................................................1
1.1 PRINCIPLES OF CO2 LASER....................................................................................... 2
1.2SAFETY RATINGS....................................................................................................... 2
1.3 THE SAFETY INTERLOCK............................................................................................. 2
1.4 THE SAFETY LABELS.................................................................................................. 2
1.5 SAFETY MEASURES ................................................................................................... 9
1.6 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT........................................................................................11
CHAPTER 2 UNPACKING & CONTENT.................................................................12
2.1 UNPACKING AND UNLOADING ................................................................................... 13
2.2 ACCESSORIES CHECKLIST ....................................................................................... 14
CHAPTER 3 MECHANICAL OVERVIEW................................................................16
3.1 LASER MARKER....................................................................................................... 17
3.2 CONTROL UNIT........................................................................................................ 20
3.3 FOOT PRINT............................................................................................................. 22
CHAPTER 4 WORKING DISTANCE........................................................................24
4.1 RECOMMENDED WORKING DISTANCE ....................................................................... 25
4.2 PYRAMID FOCUS TOOL............................................................................................. 26
4.3 MANUAL FOCUS TOOL ............................................................................................. 30
CHAPTER 5 MACHINE SETUP...............................................................................31
5.1 CABLE CONNECTION ................................................................................................ 32
5.2 POWERING UP THE MACHINE.................................................................................... 33
CHAPTER 6 SOFTWARE SETUP...........................................................................35
6.1 RECOMMENDED COMPUTER CONFIGURATION............................................................ 36
6.2 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS SYSTEM .................................................... 36
6.3 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR MAC SYSTEM............................................................ 41
6.4 COMMUNICATION TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................... 49
6.5 CHANGE THE SERIES AND MODEL TYPE.................................................................... 61
CHAPTER 7 LENS ADJUSTMENT .........................................................................68
7.1 IMPORT LENS PARAMETER ....................................................................................... 69
7.2 LENS PARAMETER CARD.......................................................................................... 73
7.3 LENS PARAMETER ADJUSTMENT .............................................................................. 76

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CHAPTER 8 ERROR MESSAGE ............................................................................80
8.1 ERROR MESSAGES................................................................................................... 81
CHAPTER 9 EXTERNAL CONTROL ......................................................................82
9.1 I/O PIN ASSIGNMENT ............................................................................................... 83
9.2 LASER WORKING FLOW CHART................................................................................ 85
9.3 LASER REACTION TIMING DIAGRAM.......................................................................... 86
CHAPTER 10 BASIC MAINTENANCE....................................................................88
10.1 REGULAR SPOT CHECK ............................................................................................ 89
10.2 CLEANING THE SCAN LENS ....................................................................................... 90
CHAPTER 11 APPENDIX ........................................................................................93
11.1 CIIP SERIES SPECIFICATION..................................................................................... 94

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Chapter 1
Safety
Principles of CO2Laser
Safety Ratings
Safety Labels
The Safety Interlock System
Safety Measures
Operating environment

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1.1 Principles of CO2 Laser
LASER is the acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of
radiation. A CO2 laser works by electrically stimulating the molecules within a
carbon dioxide gas mixture. When focused through a lens, this highly-intense,
invisible beam will vaporize many materials. Depending on the speed and
intensity of the projected beam, a CO2 laser may be used to mark or cut
through a wide variety of materials.
1.2 Safety Ratings
Laser marking systems that have the CDRH safety rating of Class 4 and the
StellarMark CIIP SeriesA has been equipped with a red guidance pointer.
This red dot allows the operator to safely see the focal point of the laser beam.
It gives StellarMark CIIP Series a rating of 3R when it is integrated with a
safety door while operation.
1.3 The safety interlock
With the optional item of safety shield, it gives the StellarMark CIIP Series
marking systems the capability to automatically shut off the laser when the
door is opened. There are some magnets on the side of safety door, which
activate this safety mechanism. Do not attempt to remove or modify these
magnets or any other component of the safety interlock system.
1.4 The safety Labels
According to CDRH standards, all fixed or removable covers that allow access
to a laser beam must have the appropriate laser warning labels attached to
them. These warning labels must be clearly visible to the operator prior to
removing the cover. Additional labels must be applied inside of the machine
and be visible in the event the covers are removed. A label clearly displaying
the manufacturer’s name, date of manufacture, description of product, model
number, serial number, and compliance statement must be attached to the
outside of the machine.

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In compliance with CDRH standards, the required warning labels are affixed at
the time of manufacture to the LaserPro StellarMark CIIP Series in the
appropriate locations. These labels are not to be modified in any way or
removed for any reason. Please familiarize yourself with the specific labels and
their locations on the machine. Below is a list of all the safety labels and their
locations on the machine.
Product Label
This label is located at the right-back side of machine. All the product
information such as Serial Number, Model Numbers, Laser Power and Electric
power can be found here. Before requiring any tech support, always provide
service person the information on this label.

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CDRH Label
This label indicates the class level of CDRH.
CE Label
This label indicates the class level of CE
Emergency Stop Label
This label indicates the emergency stop button. You can find this label on the
left side of the power supply unit

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Warning Label
Warning Label is written all the necessary information to be aware of in every
operation.
1.5 Safety Measures
•LASER RADIATION WARNING: Exposure to laser radiation may result in
physical burns and severe eye damage. Proper use and regular
maintenance of this machine is important to the safety of all people in the
immediate area.
•Prior to operation, carefully read and familiarize yourself with the warning
labels located on both your laser system and in this manual.
•Never leave the machine unattended during the laser cutting and
engraving process. The laser may ignite combustible materials. A
well-maintained fire extinguisher and operational smoke or fire detector
should be kept in the vicinity of the machine.
•Resulting debris from laser cutting are very dangerous and may cause fire
hazard
Invisible laser radiation when operation.
Avoid eye or skin exposure direct to laser
radiation.
The scan lenses are fragile. Take extra
caution when installing and cleaning.
Do not leave the machine unattended
during operation.
Safety glasses required.
Dust mask required.
Read and understand operator’s manual
before using this machine.

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•Always wear safety goggles when the laser system is in operation.
Reflective materials such as mirrors, enameled brass and anodized
aluminum may partially-reflect some of the invisible laser radiation. Severe
eye damage may occur if appropriate safety goggles are not worn.
•Connect the machine to a properly grounded power outlet. Ensure the
voltage of the power source is identical to the voltage of the machine.
•Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the laser module.
•Do not attempt to remove or modify any component of the machine’s laser
interlock safety system.
•Ensure the immediate work area of the machine is well-ventilated. Odors,
vapors, and dust are byproducts generated during the laser marking and
cutting process. An exhaust system is recommended. Please contact
GCC or your local GCC distributor for more information.
•Do not laser heat-sensitive surfaces or materials that may generate toxic
fumes, such as PVC and Teflon.
•Regularly clean and maintain your machine according to our cleaning and
maintenance instructions. Doing so will ensure a machine that will operate
effectively and safely over a long period of time.
NOTE
Each LaserPro laser machine is shipped with a single pair of safety goggles.
If additional safety goggles are required, please contact GCC directly or an
authorized GCC distributor. If you wish to purchase one on your own,
please make sure the safety goggles meet these requirements:
190 - 398 nm OD5+
10,600 nm OD5+
Visible Light Transmission: 92.9%

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1.6 Operating Environment
Please follow the guidelines when considering a suitable location to set the
LaserPro StellarMark CIIP Series. Improper work environments may lead to
operational malfunction and/or unsafe working conditions. The LaserPro
StellarMark CIIP Series should be placed and operated in a clean environment,
avoid places where the machine is exposed to high temperatures, dust, or high
humidity
⚫Keep the machine where the room temperature is between 15 –30
degrees Celsius or 58 –85 degrees Fahrenheit.
⚫Avoid small, enclosed areas where a considerable amount of dust is
present.
⚫Avoid areas where the humidity is above 70% or where the temperature is
near the dew point.
⚫Setup the machine to be apart from the wall for at least 40cm (1.5 feet).
⚫Choose a flat surface that is not exposed to high levels of vibration.
⚫Be sure that your mounting platform has been securely fastened to the
table, stand, or floor.
⚫Choose a location that is large enough to accommodate the machine, the
computer and a work/storage table.
⚫Have a fire extinguisher close to the working location at all times.
⚫Make sure your smoke/fire detecting system is functioning.

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Chapter 2
Unpacking & Content
Unpacking and Unloading
Accessories Checklist

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2.1 Unpacking and Unloading
The StellarMark CIIP Series is shipped in one crate that contains one laser
marker, one control unit, the software and all of the necessary accessories in
an accessory kit.
NOTE
Please save the original shipping crate in case it is needed for future
transport or product servicing.
WARNING
To prevent damage to the machine or personal injury, please get assistance
when loading and unloading the shipping crate.
Laser Marker
Accessory Kit
Control unit

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2.2 Accessories Checklist
Before use, please check to see that the following items are shipped together
correctly in the accessory kit.

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Item
Quantity
Hex head screws driver
1
LaserPro CD set (User's Manual)
1
G-Mark Advance CD set (Software)
1
G-Mark Advance Keypro
1
Lens cleaner
1
Lens cleaning paper
1
Cotton Bud (100 units/ package)
1
CO2#900 Goggles
1
Lens parameter list
1
M6 screw plastic foot
4
Nut (M6xt5xS10).
4
I/O Terminal Platform(5ESDVM-12P)
2
I/O Terminal Platform(5ESDVM-10P)
1
Laser Head Power Cable (2.5M)
1
SCSI Cable 50pin (2.5M)
1
AC Power Cable(Europe)
1
AC Power Cable (US)
1
AC Power cable (Australian)
1
USB Cable 1.8M
1
Focus Tool
1
GCC Promise Card Set
1
System Key
2
Door Switch short Circuit Wire
1

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Chapter3
Mechanical Overview
Laser Marker
Control unit
Foot Print