GRAVOGRAPH IS400 User manual

Before installing and using this
machine, you must read this user
guide carefully. Keep it in a safe
place, in case you need to refer to
it later.
This manual should not be used
without the CN 97 program manual
- B 41 701.
D2083 701 - 02.2008 - ENG - (UPDATED EDITION NUMBER: 10)
(Please read carefully
before use)
User manual
IS400 machine
First contact

IS400 mach ne . First contact
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TYPE OF MACHINE : IS400 Electronic Engraving Machine
MANUFACTURER : GRAVOGRAPH INDUSTRIE INTERNATIONAL
BP 15 - Z.I. - 10600 LA CHAPELLE SAINT LUC - FRANCE
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conta ned here n or for nc dental or consequent al damage n connect on w th the furn sh ng, performance, or use of th s
mater al.
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Gravograph prov des no warrant es whatsoever on any software used n connect on w th a Gravograph Engrav ng System,
express or mpl ed. Ne ther does t guarantee software compat b l ty w th any off-the-shelf software package or any software
program that has not been wr tten by Gravograph.
Intended use of th s system must be followed w th n the gu del nes of th s manual. In no event w ll Gravograph be l able
for any damages caused, n whole or n part, by customer, or for any econom c loss, phys cal njury, lost revenue, lost prof ts,
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Summary
Information about regulations ............................................................ 4
Conform ty standards ...................................................................................................................... 4
Electr cal secur ty ........................................................................................................................... 4
Presentation ....................................................................................... 5
Contra- nd cat ons .......................................................................................................................... 5
Stages of unpack ng ....................................................................................................................... 6
Unpack ng - Contents of package ...................................................................................................... 7
Description ......................................................................................... 9
Front v ew of the mach ne ............................................................................................................... 9
V ce ............................................................................................................................................ 11
Long plate support k t ................................................................................................................... 12
Rear v ew of the mach ne .............................................................................................................. 13
Installing .......................................................................................... 14
Phys cal nstallat on adv ce ............................................................................................................. 14
Electr c nstallat on adv ce .............................................................................................................. 15
Electr cal connect ons of the mach ne .............................................................................................. 16
Connect ng the IS400 mach ne to a PC ........................................................................................... 17
Sw tch ng the mach ne on .............................................................................................................. 20
Problems ..................................................................................................................................... 20
Sw tch ng the mach ne off ............................................................................................................. 20
Mechan cal block .......................................................................................................................... 20
Sw tch ng on aga n ....................................................................................................................... 20
Mach ne conf gurat on (language) ................................................................................................... 21
Install ng the engrav ng software n W ndows XP .............................................................................. 23
Engraving ......................................................................................... 4
Pos t on ng the plate onto the v ce .................................................................................................. 24
Po nt and Shoot ........................................................................................................................... 25
Transfer procedure ....................................................................................................................... 26
Adjust ng the sp ndle .................................................................................................................... 27
Adjust ng the rotat on speed on the sp ndle ...................................................................................... 31
Start ng to engrave ...................................................................................................................... 32
General maintenance ........................................................................ 33
Chang ng the belt ......................................................................................................................... 33
Adjust ng the mach ne .................................................................................................................. 34
Technical Characteristics .................................................................. 36
Phys cal Character st cs ................................................................................................................. 36
Electr cal Character st cs ................................................................................................................ 37
Engrav ng software character st cs .................................................................................................. 37
Opt onal accessor es ..................................................................................................................... 38

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Information about regulations
Conformity standards
Th s hardware was des gned and bu lt n conform ty w th the relevant EC mark ng and EEC d rect ves :
• "Secur ty" D rect ve 98/37/EEC (22/06/98).
• "Electromagnet c compat b l ty" D rect ve 2004/108/EC
• "Low voltage" D rect ve 2006/95/EC
The modification or transformation of this equipment, the adaptation and installation
of accessories not recommended by GRAVOGRAPH, the installation of this equipment
in a manufacturing process, the piloting by a robot, the connection to an external
automaton, modify the characteristics of this material and can make it not compliant
with the European Directives it is subjected.
These modifications voids the responsibility of the manufacturer.
In this case, the person who fits the machine and the equipment is responsible for the
EC compliance of the final work station.
Electrical security
Th s hardware s n conform ty w th the norms EN 60204-1 and EN 60950-1, wh ch also refer to the LASER system safety
standard CEI 825-1 (08/2001).
The d fferent fuses of the mach ne comply w th the IEC 127-2 norm (Internat onal Electr c Comm ttee).
The d fferent secur ty levels the nput/output answer are nd cated for each connector n the chapter "Rear v ew of the
mach ne". Two secur ty levels are poss ble :
- Dangerous voltage (power supply, accessor es, plugs ...).
- Very low secur ty voltage.
Machine security
Th s hardware s n conform ty w th the norm EN ISO12100-1 and EN ISO12100-2.
Electromagnetic compatibility
Th s hardware s n conform ty w th electromagnet c compat b l ty norms:
• EN 55022 - class B ; EN 61000-3-2 ; EN 61000-3-3 (em ss on n res dent al, commerc al, and l ght ndustr al env ronment)
• EN 61000-6-2 ( mmun ty n ndustr al env ronment)
All the cables used w th th s hardware must be n conform ty w th the electron c compat b l ty standards, norm
EN 55022 - class B.
Electrical security
This material is «class 1». The mains plug MUST always be connected to a neutral
socket and comply with the regulations in force in the country of installation. If you
do not have a plug of this type, have one installed by an approved electrician. Under
no circumstances should you depart from this instruction.
The manufacturer bears no respons b l ty towards any user where alterat ons have been carr ed out contrary to the
manufacturer's spec f cat ons, notably w th respect to electr cal/electron c elements.
Any operation, other than those mentioned here, must only be carried out by an
approved Gravograph technician.
Do not take the machine apart to repair or clean it : this will void your guarantee.
This symbol indicates that once this equipment has reached the end of its useful life,
it must not be disposed of with non-sorted municipal waste, in accordance with the
European Directive 00 /96/EC.
The equipment must be disposed of at an appropriate collection point for processing,
sorting, and recycling of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (DEEE).
The elements which compose Electrical and Electronic Equipment may contain
substances which have harmful effects on the environment or on human health.
By following these instructions, you are helping the environment, contributing to the
preservation of our natural resources, and protecting human health.

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Presentation
The machine must never be handled without an adult present. Keep the machine,
wires and cables out of children's reach.
Contra-indications
This machine is only designed for light engraving purposes and must never be used for
other applications.
To use this machine, you are advised to wear protectives glasses against the chip
ejections.
Never use this machine for sawing or drilling.
Do not use this machine for working with wood.
Do not use this machine in explosive environment.
This machine is only designed for one user. Do not let several people use the machine
simultaneously.
• If the mach ne s not to be used for a long per od, unplug the electr c ty supply and cover the mach ne (packag ng, cover,
l d...).
• Do not move the engrav ng head by hand unless mechan cal block of the mach ne as descr bed n the paragraph
"Mechan cal block" of th s manual's "Install ng" chapter.
• Do not sp ll any l qu ds onto the mach ne (dr nks, clean ng flu ds…) unless when recommended by GRAVOGRAPH
(example: lubr cat on).
• Do not place any object on the mach ne other than that to be engraved.
• The mach ne should never be used w th anyth ng other than Gravograph accessor es and tools.
• Never hold the mater al to be engraved n your hands. Only use the GRAVOGRAPH clamp ng systems des gned for your
mach ne.
• Make sure that the mater al s well clamped before start ng to engrave.
• Dur ng engrav ng, do not use th s mach ne w thout a nose (depth regulat ng nose or vacuum nose) n order to avo d
project ons of swarf.
• Do not take the engrav ng mater al out of the mach ne dur ng engrav ng.
• If the engrav ng must be stopped, use the funct on key prov ded for th s purpose on the keyboard of the mach ne.
To avoid any risks of being crushed by the machine during engraving, do not stand near
the tools (the travel area of the tool is 305x 10mm).
Do not lean over the spindle holder.
Ensure that no one is in the travelling area of the moving parts of the machine and that
no object will obstruct the travelling of the moving parts.
This sign shown on the tool-holder of the machine shows the danger
caused by the rotating spindle during engraving (risks of getting burnt
or cut).
To avoid any risks of getting burnt, the protective belt housing of the
tool-holder must be always closed, except when carrying out adjustments.
CAUTION - LASER RADIATION (pict. )
Do not stare into beam
Laser diode - Wavelength: 630-680nm - Max. Output < 1mW
CLASS LASER PRODUCT

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Stages of unpacking
Two people are necessary to unpack the IS400 machine.
Before opening the cardboard box, check that it is the right way up.
After open ng the box (p ct. 1):
1. Take out the documents.
. Take off the protective packaging
3. Take out the tool box.
4. Take out the cables.
5. Take off any protective packing from the machine.
6. Take out the machine.
- There should be one person on each s de of the mach ne.
- Both should l ft the mach ne s multaneously, and place t on the work ng surface.
Make sure that no components are missing from the packaging. If any part has been
forgotten please get in touch with your GRAVOGRAPH dealer.
Keep all the packag ng mater als so that you can move your mach ne n total safety. Th s pack ng was conce ved to guarantee
the protect on of the mach ne dur ng ts transport (for a return n repa r for example).
Th s packag ng s n conform ty w th European recycl ng standards.

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Unpacking - Contents of package
Check the condition of the packaging when you receive it. If there are any signs of
damage, inform the carrier and your GRAVOGRAPH dealer immediately by recorded
delivery, specifying the exact nature of the problem.
Contents of package
(p ct 2)
A. An IS400 mach ne (IS400 electron cs box + engrav ng table)
B. A control panel
C. A CD-Rom conta ns the user manual
D. A tool box
E. A power cable
F. 2 connect on cables :
- an USB connect on cable
- an engrav ng table - IS400 electron cs box connect on cable
P. One long plate support k t ( nstall ng page 12)

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3,5
Contents of tool box
(p ct 3)
D1. a depth-regulat ng nose
D2. a sp ndle belt
D3. a cutter knob
D4. a short allen key
D5. a round allen key
D6. a brush
D7. a key
D8. a screwdr ver (3,5)
D9. a pa r of standards j gs

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Description
The IS400 mach ne s an electron c engrav ng mach ne.
It has a keyboard, and a control panel w th a L.C.D. screen connect ng the software wh ch s n the mach ne.
F les to be engraved are transferred from the computer to the mach ne by the ntermed ary of a cable wh ch s plugged nto
one of the two ports on the IS400 mach ne.
The actual engrav ng process s controlled by the sp ndle.
The object to be engraved s held n the v ce (as standard) or by any other system recommended by GRAVOGRAPH (consult
your GRAVOGRAPH dealer for more nformat on on systems ava lable).
The IS400 machine has a maximum engraving surface area of 305x 10 mm.
Front view of the machine
(p ct 4)
B. Control panel
B1. L.C.D. screen
B2. 12-key control keyboard
H. Memory-card connector
J. Ensemble tool holder
K. V ce w th pa r of jaws

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Tool holder
J1. Cutter
J2. Cutter button
J3. Pressure knurl on sp ndle
J4. Belt hous ng
J5. Belt
J6. Index f nger
J7. Scaled knob
J8. Nose nut
J9. Auto ZRef sw tch
J10. LASER d ode
CAUTION - LASER RADIATION
Do not stare into beam
LASER diode - Wavelength: 630-680nm - Max. Output < 1mW
CLASS LASER PRODUCT

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Vice
The v ce holds the mater al to be engraved (p ct 6).
The IS400 mach ne s suppl ed w th a pa r of j gs (G) wh ch should be mounted onto the v ce.
1. Open the jaws (L2) by turning the tightening knob (L3) anti-clockwise.
Open them far enough so as to mount the jaws eas ly.
. Push the jigs (G) firmly onto the pins (L1) of the jaws (L2).

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Long plate support kit

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Rear view of the machine
Each connection responds to one of the following security levels :
- Dangerous voltage.
- Very low security level.
I. Switch I/0 (ON/OFF) used as an immediate stop
M. Mains supply plug - Dangerous voltage
N1. Links the machine with the electronics box - Very low security level
N2. Pen attachment/cylinder attachment - Very low security level
N3. Standard Inputs /Outputs - Very low security level
N5. External spindle Inputs /Outputs - Very low security level
N6. Parallel port - Very low security level
N7. Connection to the control panel - Very low security level
N8. USB port - Very low security level
The machine must always be switched off before connecting or disconnecting a cable,
the cylinder attachment and the pen attachment (optional accessories), as indicated
on label displayed on the back of the electronic box and of the machine :

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Installing
Before carrying out the following operations, make sure the machine is switched off
and unplugged, switch (I) to position 0.
Physical installation advice
• Put the Gravograph mach ne onto a stable flat, clean surface with mini. sizes of 5 0x500 mm.
Make sure the back of the mach ne s well-vent lated, do not put t too close to anyth ng (wall, other mach nes etc).
• Clear the work surface so that you can
- eas ly and qu ckly access all external parts of the mach ne,
- qu ckly access, n case of necess ty, the stop sw tch ON/OFF (I) at the r ght s de of the mach ne,
- make sure that all mov ng parts of the mach ne have enough room to move freely,
- avo d any acc dental unplugg ng of the cables.
The machine's power supply cable being used as a sectionning device, it must be easily
accessible and the wall plug must be installed near the machine and must also be easily
accessible.
The connectors screws must be very tight to avoid accidental disconnection of the
cables while the machine is turned on as this could permanently damage the electronic
cards (label ).
• Protect Gravograph equ pment aga nst:
- Mo sture (ra n, snow, condensat on…),
- Heat (d rect sunl ght, heat ng…),
- Brusque temperature changes,
- Dust (exhaust p pe),
- L qu d splashes, sp llages on the electron c rack, cables and connect ons, and any other part of the mach ne;
unless recommended by GRAVOGRAPH (ex. : lubr cat on)
- V brat ons,
- Electr c or electron c rad at on.

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Electric installation advice
This material is «class 1». The mains plug MUST always be connected to a neutral
socket and comply with the regulations in force in the country of installation. If you
do not have a plug of this type, have one installed by an approved electrician. Under
no circumstances should you depart from this instruction.
In order to avo d outs de nterference, the user s adv sed to carry out the follow ng po nts.
• Plug the Gravograph mach ne nto a ma ns l ne, avo d ng hav ng several mach nes on the same l ne (several plugs on the
same l ne or us ng a mult -plug).
Exception : If other things are connected to the machine (such as a computer or an ISIS console
linked to an IS table), the machines should be connected to the same mains line.
• Avo d us ng the same l ne to supply nduct ve or capac t ve mach nes as well as the Gravograph mach ne (motors,
electroslu ces, chargers...).
• Avo d us ng a manual or automat c commutator on the same ma ns l ne as the Gravograph mach ne (relay, tempor ser,
programmer, automat c c rcu t nterrupter, automat c nterrupter...).
• Check that mach nes surround ng your Gravograph mach ne are n conform ty to the norms of rad oelectr c perturbat on
em ss ons (consult the techn cal leaflet of each mach ne). If they are not n conform ty, place them as far away as poss ble
from the Gravograph mach ne.
• Only use Gravograph accessor es (Gravograph relay box, etc ...).
The machine must always be switched off before connecting or disconnecting a cable,
the cylinder attachment and the pen attachment (optional accessories) (label ).

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Electrical connections of the machine
Stand beh nd the mach ne (P ct).
1. Position the control panel beside the machine.
. Plug the control panel cable (1) into the corresponding socket (N7).
3. Plug the electronics box to the machine with the cable (2) into the correct socket (N1) and (M1).
Tighten the screws using the screwdriver (3.5).
The connectors screws must be very tight to avoid accidental disconnection of the
cables while the machine is turned on as this could permanently damage the electronic
cards (label ).
4. Plug in the electric cable (3), first to the machine, then to the mains supply.
To cut off the mains supply to your machine in the case of severe problems, unplug the
mains cable (3) or swith off the machine with the stop switch (I) at the right side of
the machine. Make sure that you can reach them easily.
As the electrical plug acts as a sectioning device, it is important you set up the machine
so that you always have easy access to the power cable.
The connector (N2) (for the cylinder attachment and the pen attachment) and the
connector (N5) (for the Automaton function) are also present at the back of the
machine.
Liaison boitier électronique/machine
Electronics-machine connection
Verbindung Elektronikeinheit/Maschine
Tourne Cylindre
Cylinder attachment
Abrollvorrichtung
Broche externe
External Spindle
Externe Spindel
E/S Standard
Standard I/O
E/A Standard

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Connecting the IS400 VOLUME machine to a PC
The computer and the IS400 machine must be switched OFF.
PC computers and the WINDOWS® graphic environment being very widespread
throughout the world, we have based ourselves on these products to define the
installation and use procedures of the IS400.
If you don't have equ pment wh ch s compat ble and you encounter some problems of nstallat on or use, contact your
Gravograph agent.
Connection cables
• Use Gravograph connect on cables (consult your Gravograph d str butor for the products ava lable).
These cables are adapted for the mach nes to wh ch they w ll be connected.
They must be n conform ty w th the electromagnet c compat b l ty standards, norm EN 55022 - class B and protect from
external electr c "attacks" (conform to the norms of mmun ty and CEM suscept b l ty).
• Do not use cables wh ch are too long. Keep the mach nes as close as poss ble and use a short a cable as poss ble.
• Separate the ma ns cable and the transm ss on cable (avo d connect ng the transm ss on and ma ns cables to the same
socket, etc ...).
Follow the connection procedure depending on the transmission cable supplied with the IS400.
The mach ne s del vered w th the follow ng cables :
• USB cable

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PC/IS400 connection using the USB port
1. Plug the USB cable into the USB (N8) port of the IS400 machine (diagram 13).
. Plug the USB cable into the USB port of the PC (pict. 14).
Refer to the nstallat on manual of the computer for the USB port (1.1).

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PC/IS400 connection using the parallel port
1. Plug the parallel cable (not supplied) into the parallel port (N6) of the IS400 machine
(diagram 10).
Th s s a 26-p n M n -Delta R bbon connector.
. Plug the parallel cable (not supplied) into the parallel port of the PC (diagrams 11 and 1 ).
Refer to the nstallat on manual of the computer for the parallel port.
The connectors screws must be very tight to avoid accidental disconnection of the
cables while the machine is turned on as this could permanently damage the electronic
cards (label ).
1
25
IS400 PC
125

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Switching the machine on
Switch on the machine (switch to position I).
When sw tched on the vent lator of the mach ne w ll start.
The follow ng message w ll be d splayed on the L.C.D. screen of the mach ne :
Boot Program X.X
RAM: M
The mach ne w ll then em t a "beep" and a new message w ll be d splayed :
<< GRAVOGRAPH >>
VERSION XX.XX
Leave the machine plugged in even if it is not in constant use.
Problems
If one of the operat onan s gns s absent, check the follow ng po nts :
• Are the twoo ends of the ma ns cable correctly connected ?
• Is the ma ns plug connected ? Is t l ve ?
If the machine does not come on, before calling a technician, please check power
connections to the mains socket.
Switching the machine off
Switch the switch ON/OFF (I) to position 0.
Sw tch off the mach ne for the follow ng reasons :
- f you are leav ng the workstat on (end of the day, for example),
- phys cal damage (fall, f re, l qu ds com ng nto mach ne…),
- mechan cal/electr cal/electron c faults, lead ng to a poss ble breakdown,
- n case of major problem or mechan cal block of the mach ne,
- to reboot,
- for external clean ng.
Mechanical block
In the follow ng cases :
- danger for the operator,
- block on the support to be engraved,
- block on an object placed n the work area,
1. Cut the power supply by switching the switch ON/OFF (I) to position 0.
. Free the tool, without switching the machine on, by manually and slowly moving the tool holder
as required.
3. Only switch the machine back on after ensuring that the tool's moving area is totally clear.
Switching on again
If the mach ne or the programme wh ch runs t crashes you may have to reboot the mach ne.
If th s happens, sw tch the mach ne off. Wa t 30 seconds and sw tch t on aga n.
You must wait for 30 seconds. This time allows any electric shock to the machine,
possibly damaging the power supply, to be avoided.