Genmitsu Z3 User manual
V1.0 Oct. 2022
USER MANUAL
Genmitsu Z3 Laser Engraver & Cutter
Contents
Welcome
Safety Guideline
Product Details and Accessories
Product Structure Accessories
Product Parameters
Usage Guide
Function Introduction
Resources Download and Software Setup
APP Download & Introduction
Resources Download and Software Setup
Custom PC Engraving Software Introduction
FAQ
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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing the Z3 Laser Engraver & Cutter from SainSmart.
Included in your package will be a USB Drive, that contains:
● Manuals
● Windows USB Driver
● Sample Files
Help and support are normally available from our Facebook Group. (SainSmart Genmitsu CNC Users Group,
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SainSmart.GenmitsuCNC)
You can visit our help doc https://docs.sainsmart.com/togetmoreuserguides about CNC & Laser Engraving.
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Safety Guideline
Laser processing is risky and users should carefully consider whether the object is suitable for laser processing.
You must be at least 13 years old to operate the laser engraver.
Direct exposure to the laser beam can cause severe bums and eye damage. Ensure that you are weaning
proper laser safety goggles when working in the vicinity of the laser equipment .
Processing objects and emissions shall comply with local laws and regulations.
It is strictly forbidden to place any irrelevant total or diffuse reflecting objects in the equipment.
The equipment should be kept away from electrical equipment that is sensitive to electromagnetic interference,
otherwise it will cause interference.
When you focus the laser do so only on the lowest power setting.
Keep a fire extinguisher nearby since use of the laser may lead to an unexpected fire.
Never leave an operating laser unattended.
Fumes and smoke generated during the engraving / cutting process must be extracted from the room as some
can be poisonous : make sure there is a ventilated system to the outdoors.
Make sure the cutting area under the laser is metal or non-flammable.
Ensure that the room or area you are operating the laser in is sufficiently labeled to prevent someone from
unknowingly walking into an active work area.
Always exercise safety and caution when working with laser marking systems. Consider the listed
recommendations to minimize risk:
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Safety Guideline
SainSmart does not accept any responsibility or liability for any use or misuse of the Laser.
1. Beware of the laser
After the laser is turned on, it is forbidden to aim at people, animals and flammable materials to avoid
skin burns and fire.
3. No entry
Keep your hands away from the machine when the machine is working to avoid injury.
2. Do not look directly at the light
The brightness of the laser is harmful to the eyes, please try not to look directly at the laser.
4. Turn off machine when not in use
Turn off the machine switch when the machine is not in use to avoid third-party operations.
Be sure to disconnect the power when cleaning, maintaining or servicing the laser equipment.
DO NOT stare at the bright and intense light appearing during the engraving process. Doing so can cause
serious eye damage.
Never use the laser except for the purpose intended.
Pay attention to
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Product Details and Accessories
1. Front View 2. Rear View
3. Top View 4. Bottom View
Laser Unit
Power Button
Focus Button
Electric Stand
Type-C Port
DC Input
USB Port (for
Rotation Module)
Base and Cutting Ped
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Pedestal
Product Structure Accessories
Power Supply: Supply power for the engraving machine.
USB Drive: Contains drivers, engraving software for PC, user manual and video instruction.
USB Cable: Connect the computer and the machine.
Laser Safety Goggles: Protect your eyes from hazardous laser eye exposure.
Marker: Paint the engraving surface with marker or paints before engraving, and clean it when the job’s done.
Brush: Remove particles.
Kraft Paper: Sample materials to evaluate your laser engraver.
Magnet Protective UV Shield (optional): The protective shields around the machine protect your eyes from laser damage.
Portable Charger (optional): Portability.
Rotary Attachment (optional): Add-ons to engrave cylindrical objects, and an additional USB cable is needed.
Power Supply×1
Magnet Protective
UV Shield (optional)
Portable Charger
(optional)
Rotary Attachment
(optional)
USB Drive×1 USB Cable×1 Marker×1 Brush×1
Kraft Paper
×1
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Laser Safety
Goggles×1
205.5mm
130mm
mm842
Product Parameters
Z3
High Strength Anodized Aluminum
Automatic Focusing
450nm Blue Laser
5W
Bluetooth 5.0 Dual Mode Adapter, Type-C Port for PC
Mobile: Android & iOS. Desktop: Windows & Mac OS
JPEG/BMP/GIF/PNG/JPG/XJ/PLT/DXF/HPGL
12V/5A, Portable Charger
0.89A(Standby) 2.2A(Engraving)
Forced Air Cooling
>10000H
8cm×8cm (3.14"×3.14")
0.05mm
600mm/s (1417"/min)
Paper, Wood, Bamboo, Cloth, Acrylic, Plastic, Leather, Bread, Fruit, Glass, Ceramic
Paper, Wood, Bamboo, Leather
Windows/IOS/MAC/Android
21×13×22cm (8.27"×5.12"×8.66")
35*25*14cm (13.78"×9.84"×5.51")
1.9KG
Model
Material
Laser Focus
Laser Head
Laser Power
Connecting Interfaces
Operating Systems
File Formats
Power Supply
Power Consumption
Cooling
Laser Service Time
Engraving Area
Engraving Accuracy
Engraving Speed
Engravable Materials
Cuttable Materials
Support OS
Laser Unit Size
Package Size
Machine Weight
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Usage Guide
Use of Z3
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a. Open the Electric Stand
Three Operational Modes
a. Removing the Base:
Perfect for Large Objects
b. Flat Surface Attached to
the Base: Used for Smaller Objects
c. Honeycomb Cutting Surface
of the base: Cutting Materials
b. Open the Laser Unit c. Finish
Electric Stand
Laser Unit
Function Introduction
Resources Download and Software Setup
Method 1: Driver, software, sample picture and instructions can be found in the USB flash drive that comes
with the machine. ( Note: We recommend you to copy all files to your computer when you use it for the first time
in case the flash drive get lost.)
Method 2: Download it from SainSmart Resources Center. All files included
in the flash drive can also be downloaded from Sainsmart Resources Center:
https://docs.sainsmart.com/z3 or the following QR Code.
Scan QR code to download software and user manual. → →
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Short press once to preview,
press again to stop.
Long press once to engrave, long
press again to cancel engraving.
During engraving, short press to
stop engraving, short press again
to continue.
Power Button:
Short press to automatic focus.
Long press once to go up, long
press again to get down.
Focus Button:
APP Download & Introduction
1. APP Download and Test Engrave.
2. Setup your Laser Engraver.
a. Connect the Z3 Engraver to the power supply and power on.
b. Enable bluetooth on your mobile phone or tablet.
c. Open "Engraver" and click "Not Connected" in the upper right corner. The
app will search for available devices.
d. Then click "Genmitsu_Z3xxxxx".
e. The machine will be connected to your phone within a few seconds. The
upper right corner will show "Connected". You can now start engraving your
first job with the app.
① Start your first test engraving.
② Select Photo either one of your own, or select samples from the “Image
Library”.
③ You can Crop, Add Text, or additional Images after selecting your desired
photo/drawing.
④ Select “Next Step” from the top right corner when complete.
⑤ Adjust your Image, Black and White, Grayscale, Outline only, Sketch Filter,
or Rotate.
⑥Select “Next Step”.
⑦You can preview your project and prepare to position the Laser Engraver
on your material.
⑧Use Trace or Outline to help you place your image on the desired engraving
surface.
⑨When ready select Start Engrave.
⑩Wait for the engraving process to complete before moving the engraver.
⑪Congratulations, in just a few moments you created your first engraving!
Note:
Corresponding permission should be granted
after successful installation.
Method 2: Download from SainSmart
Resources Center:
https://docs.sainsmart.com/Z3. Other
resources like the user manual and
video instructions can also be
downloaded here.
Method 1: Scan the following QR code to
download.
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APP Download & Introduction
Introduction to Software Interface (Load Content)
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Menu
New User Guide/ Feedback/
User Agreement/Equipment/
Language Setting.
Picture
Import photos from Gallery.
Camera
Take photos via camera.
Image Library
Built-in Graphic Libray.
Drawing
Create your artwork.
Text
Add text.
QR code
Generate bar code or QR
code.
Standby laserpower
Set the laser power
when the machine has
no engraving job.
Roller mode
Activate/inactive the
roller mode. When it is
activated, it can
engrave cyclical
objects.
Roller Settings
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APP Download & Introduction
Introduction to Software Interface (Load Content)
Crop
Photo orText
Eraser
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APP Download & Introduction
Introduction to Software Interface (Load Content)
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Contrast
Black and White
Grayscale
Outline
Sketch
Rotation
Invert
Horizontal Flip
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APP Download & Introduction
Introduction to Software Interface (Load Content)
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Width
Height
Lock Aspect Ratio
Smart Positioning
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Material Selection
Add Material
Engraving Power
Engraving Speed
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Number ofPasses
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APP Download & Introduction
Introduction to Software Interface (Load Content)
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Engraving job
transferring
Engraving progress
Pause
Stop
Save
Engraving
Completed
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Resources Download and Software Setup
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1. Driver Installation on Windows:
File Location: 01_ windows / driver / driver.exe ./
Locate and double-click the .exe file to start the installation program, click "install" to install the driver. When you see a
dialogue box that reads "Driver preinstallation successful! ", Click "OK" to finish the installation.
Click “Install”
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Click “OK” to complete
the installation
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Resources Download and Software Setup
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Note:If you get an alert from your antivirus software when installing the engraver software,please add it as an exception
to your antivirus software to allow it to install and operate. As an executable program, the engraving software sometimes
receives false-positive alerts from some antivirus software.
3. Machine Connection on Windows:
Connect the machine to the computer with the USB cable.
Open the engraving software — click the "connect device"
icon — the machine is successfully connected to your
computer when the icon turns blue.
Double click the
software icon
Click the “connect
device” icon
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The machine is connected
when the icon turns blue
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Connect the Machine
2. Software Installation on Windows:
File Location:
USB Flash Drive / windows / software / Engraver/
Double-click the file icon to start the setup process, and
the software is successfully installed when the progress
bar reaches the end.
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The software is successfully installed
when the progress bar reaches the end.
Z3 (USB flash disk)
Resources Download and Software Setup
4. Driver Installation on Mac OS：
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Click “Continue”
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Enter computer password
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Click “Continue Installation”
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Complete Installation
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Continue Installation
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Z3 (USB flash disk)
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Mac_OSX_VCP_Driver
File Location: 02-MAC / driver / Mac_OSX_VCP_Driver /
Double-click on the package (.pkg file ) and an installation wizard for the application. The installation wizard then performs
all the necessary tasks to install the driver correctly.
Resources Download and Software Setup
5. Software Installation on Mac OS：6. Machine Connection：
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Double click the .dmg file
Drag and drop the software
to the Application folder
Complete installation
Connect the machine to the computer with the Type-C
cable.
Open the engraving software — click the "connect device"
icon — the machine is successfully connected to your
computer when the icon turns blue.
Double click the software icon
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The machine is connected
when the icon turns blue
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Connect the Machine
Click the “connect device”
icon
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File Location: 02-MAC / software / Engraver /
Installation and open the disk image (.dmg file), drag
and drop the software to the Application folder, the
software is successfully installed.
Z3 (USB flash disk)
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