Markator FlyMarker mini 85/45 plus User manual

OperatingManual
FlyMarker® mini 85/45 plus and 120/45 plus
Original Operating Manual
Version 7

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© MARKATOR®MANFRED BORRIES GMBH
All rights, including translations, remain with
MARKATOR®MANFRED BORRIES GMBH.
No part of this documentation may be reproduced,
edited or disclosed without written permission from
MARKATOR®MANFRED BORRIES GMBH.
-This operating manual contains important information
on the safety and operation of the FlyMarker® mini
85/45 plus und 120/45 plus marking system and is an
integral part of the product.
-The operating manual must always be stored at the
place of use or with the device.
-Before starting to work with the FlyMarker® mini 85/45
plus und 120/45 plus, the operating manual and all
safety instructions must be read and understood. When
working with the FlyMarker® mini 85/45 plus und
120/45 plus, all safety and handling guidelines must be
observed, as well as local, national and international
regulations. The marking system is subject to
occupational safety legislation.
-We have carefully inspected the content of this
operating manual. However, deviations may still occur.
These operating instructions are used for both the
FlyMarker® mini 85/45 plus and the FlyMarker® 120/45
plus. They are identical in their function except for the
different marking range.

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Contents
Your contact at MARKATOR®.................................................... 2
1. Design and function............................................................ 7
1.1 Description of the FlyMarker®mini handheld CNC marking system ............................. 7
1.2 How the FlyMarker®mini handheld CNC marking system works.................................. 8
1.3 Scope of supply FlyMarker®mini 85/45 plus and 120/45 plus handheld CNC marking
system.................................................................................................................................... 9
1.4 Scope of supply FlyMarker®mini 85/45 plus and 120/45 plus with column frame....... 10
2. Safety.................................................................................. 11
2.1 Symbols and terms.................................................................................................... 11
2.2 Intended use.............................................................................................................. 11
2.3 Personnel requirements............................................................................................. 12
2.4 General safety regulations......................................................................................... 12
3. First use ............................................................................. 14
3.1 Preparing FlyMarker®mini for mobile operation......................................................... 15
3.2 FlyMarker®mini with column frame –Preparing the column frame ............................ 15
3.3 Preparing FlyMarker®mini with column frame for stationary operation...................... 16
3.4 Adjustment of the marking pin distance of the extended marking pin (optional) ......... 18
3.5 Turning on FlyMarker®mini........................................................................................ 19
3.5.1 Entering passwords............................................................................................ 21
3.5.2 Key panel............................................................................................................ 23
3.5.3 User interface touch display................................................................................ 24
3.5.4 Selecting operating language.............................................................................. 25
3.5.5 General instructions............................................................................................ 26
3.5.6 Description of function keys................................................................................ 27
3.6 Operation................................................................................................................... 29
3.6.1 Selecting and installing the marking pin.............................................................. 29
3.6.2 Select and change the magnet ........................................................................... 32
3.6.3 Adjust the marking pin distance (optional positioning plate)................................ 35
3.6.4 Integrated barcode scanner (optional) ................................................................ 37
4. Installation ......................................................................... 39
4.1 Function levels........................................................................................................... 39
4.2 Instructions on the keyboard and display................................................................... 40
4.2.1 Locking/unlocking the keyboard.......................................................................... 40
4.2.2 Turn on/off the illumination of the marking area .................................................. 40
4.2.3 Switch between mm and inch ............................................................................. 41
4.2.4 Laserpointer........................................................................................................ 41

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4.2.5 Turn the display and marking area...................................................................... 41
4.2.6 Display lighting ................................................................................................... 41
4.2.7 Configuring power management......................................................................... 41
4.2.8 Battery charging status....................................................................................... 43
4.2.9 Changing/charging the battery............................................................................ 44
4.2.10 LED charge indicator on the charger................................................................... 53
4.2.11 Selecting the keyboard mode.............................................................................. 53
4.2.12 Selecting the writing mode.................................................................................. 54
4.2.13 Entering characters............................................................................................. 55
4.2.14 Menu structure.................................................................................................... 56
5. Operation ........................................................................... 57
5.1 Creating, loading and saving a marking file................................................................ 57
5.1.1 Creating a marking file........................................................................................ 58
5.1.2 Loading a marking file......................................................................................... 60
5.1.3 Saving a marking file .......................................................................................... 62
5.1.4 Saving a marking file as...................................................................................... 63
5.1.5 Deleting a marking file ........................................................................................ 65
5.1.6 File filter (marking files, logos and fonts)............................................................. 67
5.1.7 Choosing a data medium (FlyMarker®mini ↔ USB-Stick) .................................. 69
5.1.8 Copying files to FlyMarker®mini or a USB stick.................................................. 71
5.2 Editing a marking file.................................................................................................. 73
5.2.1 Instructions on the parameter menu.................................................................... 74
5.2.2 Parameter types ................................................................................................. 74
5.3 Displaying system information ................................................................................... 86
5.4 Selecting and managing substitutes........................................................................... 87
5.4.1 Configuring/inserting time................................................................................... 88
5.4.2 Configuring/inserting auto-date........................................................................... 91
5.4.3 Configuring/inserting auto-numbering................................................................. 94
5.4.4 Logo configuration/insertion (program option K: HPGL)...................................... 96
5.4.5 Editable shift marking configuration/insertion (program option B: KOMFORT)...100
5.4.6 Prepositioning configuration/insertion (program option B: KOMFORT) ..............103
5.4.7 Multi-marking configuration/insertion (program option B: KOMFORT)................105
5.4.8 Editable time configuration/insertion (program option B: KOMFORT) ................107
5.4.9 Editable date configuration/insertion (program option B: KOMFORT)................107
5.4.10 Device type configuration/insertion (program option B: KOMFORT) ..................107
5.4.11 Read keyboard (1/2/3/23) configuration/insertion (program option B: KOMFORT)
109
5.4.12 Message configuration/insertion (program option B: KOMFORT) ......................112

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5.4.13 Password (program option B: KOMFORT).........................................................114
5.4.14 Mirror (program option B: KOMFORT)...............................................................116
5.4.15 Save file (program option B: KOMFORT)...........................................................119
5.5 Show/edit the marking preview.................................................................................121
5.6 Marking.....................................................................................................................124
5.7 Selecting the operating language..............................................................................127
5.8 Teach-in....................................................................................................................128
5.8.1 Status reports....................................................................................................131
5.9 Specifying system settings........................................................................................131
6. Troubleshooting.............................................................. 135
6.1 Error messages ........................................................................................................135
6.1.1 Marked angle range > 360.................................................................................135
6.1.2 Reference run not made....................................................................................136
6.2 Repairing malfunctions .............................................................................................137
6.2.1 FlyMarker®mini cannot be turned on (display remains dark) .............................137
6.2.2 The stylus movement gets weaker.....................................................................138
6.2.3 The battery’s operating time gets shorter after every charge..............................138
6.3 Notice of complaint ...................................................................................................138
7. Maintenance .................................................................... 139
7.1 Daily maintenance....................................................................................................140
7.1.1 Monitor marking quality......................................................................................140
7.1.2 Clean the keyboard............................................................................................140
7.2 Two-year maintenance (general overhaul)................................................................140
8. Technical data ................................................................. 141
8.1 FlyMarker®mini 85/45 plus.......................................................................................141
8.2FlyMarker®mini 120/45 plus .....................................................................................141
8.3 Battery 4.0 Ah...........................................................................................................142
8.4 Battery 8.0 Ah (optional)...........................................................................................142
8.5 Charger.....................................................................................................................142
8.6 Wear and replacement parts FlyMarker® mini 85/45 plus.........................................143
8.7 Wear and replacement parts FlyMarker® mini 85/45 plus.........................................144
8.8 Exploded drawing FlyMarker® mini 85/45 plus .........................................................145
8.9 Exploded drawing FlyMarker® mini 85/45 plus: Option barcode scanner..................146
8.10 Exploded drawing FlyMarker® mini 120/45 plus .......................................................147
8.11 Exploded drawing FlyMarker® mini 120/45 plus: Option barcode scanner................148
8.12 Port data...................................................................................................................149
8.12.1 USB A (host)......................................................................................................149

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8.12.2 USB B (device)..................................................................................................149
8.12.3 Ethernet ................................................................................................................150
9. Handling lithium-ion batteries ....................................... 151
9.1 Disposal....................................................................................................................151
9.2 Storage.....................................................................................................................152
9.3 Transport..................................................................................................................152
9.4 Firefighting measures ...............................................................................................153
9.5 First aid.....................................................................................................................154
10. Appendix.......................................................................... 155
10.1 Barcode scanner Keyboard German.........................................................................155
10.2 Barcode scanner Keyboard English..........................................................................156
10.3 Barcode scanner Keyboard English U.S...................................................................157
10.4 Barcode scanner Keyboard French...........................................................................158
11. Index................................................................................. 159
12. Declaration of Conformity.............................................. 161

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1. Design and function
1.1 Description of the FlyMarker®mini handheld CNC marking system
The FlyMarker®mini hand-held marking system makes the marking of big and unmovable work
pieces very easy. There is no electrical or compressed air line to interfere with work. Whether in
continuous use, in production or for emergencies when production fails, the new FlyMarker®
mini marks your components quickly and reliably right on site. Almost any material can be
marked —from plastic all the way to hardened steel.
100% mobile –no annoying cable
A high-performance battery makes the FlyMarker® mini completely mobile —anywhere on the
work site. The handheld marking system’s low weight and compact, ergonomic design allow
easy, flexible marking of hard-to-reach and immovable work pieces.
Permanent, forgery-proof marking
The especially developed solenoid of the FlyMarker®mini 120/45 enables to mark precisely.
Marking force can be adjusted manually based on the material and the customer’s
requirements. For example, if a marking must still be visible after subsequent painting, a
specific marking depth is absolutely necessary.
Automatic height tolerance compensation
The marking system’s automatic height tolerance compensation allows consistently good, deep
marking with the same marking force on uneven components or surfaces.
Marking data matrix codes
If a lot of information has to be marked in a very small space, a data matrix code can be used.
Its plain text can be entered through the keyboard or transmitted through a USB port.
High-quality marking through a stable, durable mechanism
The premium flatbed guides in the X and Y directions are double routed and make FlyMarker®
mini mechanism very stable and durable. Working with other high-quality components from
MARKATOR®, this makes for very precise marking that meets the highest standards.
Self-explanatory software
The device’s easy-to-use software is clearly structured and self-explanatory. Many helpful
substitutes, such as time, date and incrimination come standard. Before marking, the software’s
practical preview function allows created marking files to be visualized over an integrated color
LCD display.
Data management
FlyMarker® mini’s internal memory can hold several hundred marking files, fonts and logos that
the user can manage. The device’s USB ports allow fast backup of marking data. Using optional
PC software, marking files can easily be created on a computer and transferred to the device.

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1.2 How the FlyMarker®mini handheld CNC marking system works
Without any previous knowledge, any user can start marking with the FlyMarker® mini in a
minute or less. The quick start guide included is all that’s needed to start marking right away.
An operator who only wants to mark doesn’t need a password.
A user,who wants to change the presets temporarily, needs a user password. These presets
can’t be changed permanently with this password.
An administrator who wants to make permanent changes to the presets requires an
administrative password and this operating manual, which provides a wealth of information on
FlyMarker®mini’s many capabilities.
The user password and administrative password can be changed by the administrator.
FlyMarker® mini offers:
-Simple operation
-Flexible use
-Security against false operation
-Protection from unintended manipulation.
Passwords should be shared only with caution.

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1.3 Scope of supply FlyMarker®mini 85/45 plus and 120/45 plus handheld CNC
marking system
1. FlyMarker®mini 85/45 plus & 120/45
plus
2. Release button
3. Positioning plate
4. Marking pin
5. Battery charger
6. Lithium-Ion-Battery (2 pieces)
7. Box wrench
8. Storage tube contains:
9. Allen wrench
10. Operating manual on USB drive
11. Barcode scanner (optional)
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3
4
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1.4 Scope of supply FlyMarker®mini 85/45 plus and 120/45 plus with column
frame
1. FlyMarker®mini 85/45 plus & 120/45
plus
2. Handle with release button
3. Column frame
4. Lithium-Ion-Battery
5. Clamping lever of height adjustment
6. Limit stop of release handle with lock nut
7. Solenoid with marking pin
8. Carrier
9. USB-cable release handle
10. Keyboard
11. Extended marking pin (+10mm)
12. Battery charger
13. Storage tube contains:
14. Allen wrench
15. Operating manual on USB drive
16. Box wrench
17. Feeler gauge
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2
3
4
5
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8
9
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2. Safety
2.1 Symbols and terms
These symbols indicate warnings, prohibitions and advice that point to hazards and must
always be heeded:
This warning means that death, severe bodily injury or
serious property damage will occur if the precautions are not
taken.
This warning means that death, severe bodily injury or
serious property damage may occur if the precautions are
not taken.
This warning means that death, minor bodily injury or minor
property damage may occur if the precautions are not taken.
This symbol indicates advice for making work easier or a
reference to further information.
This document uses the following terms:
Marking file
All data for marking are contained in a marking file.
Marking command
A marking file consists of one or more marking commands.
2.2 Intended use
The FlyMarker® mini marking system is only for marking metals and hard plastics. Living things,
explosive products and products that are under pressure should never be marked with
FlyMarker®mini.
All uses of the FlyMarker®mini other than those indicated are prohibited! The complete product
must never be modified or rebuilt. Never throw or drop the FlyMarker®mini. During the marking
process always hold the FlyMarker®mini firmly with both hands
Any application of the marking system other than its intended use is considered misuse and is
forbidden. The manufacturer accepts no liability for personal injury or property damage due to
unintended use.

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2.3 Personnel requirements
All activities must be performed only by appropriately qualified personnel. Basic knowledge of
keyboarding and basic computer functions is a prerequisite.
Only expert personnel are to carry out control and maintenance.
Definition of expert personnel
Expert personnel are those who have technical knowledge and experience due to specialized
training. Such personnel are capable of performing the work assigned to them and of
recognizing and preventing hazards on their own.
Electrical expert
An electrical expert is a person who is trained in his special area of responsibility and knows the
relevant standards and regulations. Due to his specialized training and experience, an electrical
expert can perform work on electrical systems and independently recognize and prevent
potential hazards.
Definition of operator, user and administrator
The only people permitted to act as operators, users or administrators are those who can be
expected to perform their work reliably. People with impaired reactions, such as from drugs,
alcohol or medication, are not permitted.
2.4 General safety regulations
Fire and explosion hazard!
-The FlyMarker®mini, battery and charger must not be
used in explosion-prone environments.
-Never use defective or deformed batteries!
-The battery should never be exposed to ambient
temperatures above 50°C. Do not place batteries on
heaters or in direct sunlight!
-Before charging, warm batteries must be cooled to the
ambient temperature!
Short circuits at the battery contacts can cause fire or
explosion.
Risk of injury!
-Marking is allowed only on metals and hard plastics.
-Defective devices must not be used until they have been
fully repaired by a professional! Repairs and maintenance
must be performed only by trained, authorized personnel!
Failure to comply may lead to minor injury.

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Risk of acid burns!
-Safety devices must never be disabled.
-The FlyMarker®mini, battery and charger must never be
opened.
-The FlyMarker®mini, battery and charger must not be
operated in wet or explosion-prone environments.
Never use defective or deformed batteries!
-Electrical installations must be performed only by
electrical experts.
-Only MARKATOR®approved accessories are to be
used with the FlyMarker®mini.
-Repairs are to be performed only by MARKATOR®
personnel.
-The warranty on the marking system’s parts is void if
repairs are made during the warranty period without the
manufacturer’s approval.
-The FlyMarker® mini, battery and charger must always
be kept clean and dry and stored in a dry place above
freezing and beyond the reach of unauthorized persons.
The model plates on the marking head, battery and charger
and the technical data must always be observed.

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3. First use
Risk of injury due to falling parts!
-Use caution
-Unpack with care
-When choosing a place to set up and assemble the
FlyMarker®mini, consider its weight.
Parts may fall or tip. This can cause injury.
1. Unpack the FlyMarker®mini and check the delivery for completeness and transport
damage. Damages in transit must be recorded immediately (damages on the device as
well as on the packaging). Please report to the responsible shipping company, depending
on which insurance covers the damage. (Chapter „Scope of supply FlyMarker®mini
85/45 plus and 120/45 plus handheld CNC marking system“, page 9)
The FlyMarker®mini is delivered with the marking pin
installed.
2. Remove the transport guard.
Risk of damage
Do not throw away the transport guard. Attach it again every
time the FlyMarker®mini is transported.
Before attaching the transport guard, allow the marking head
to cool.

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3.1 Preparing FlyMarker®mini for mobile operation
1. Charge battery completely.
(→Chapter „Battery charging status, page 43)
(→Chapter „Changing/charging the battery“, page 44)
2. Insert the charged battery into the handle. (→Illustration)
You can hear and feel the battery snap in when it locks.
The FlyMarkermini is now ready to use.
3.2 FlyMarker®mini with column frame –Preparing the column frame
1. Choose the place for setup or assembly.
The work surface must be flat and horizontal.
Check the stability of the column frame before using
it and secure if necessary.
2. Set up the column frame and check the stability.
3. Secure the column frame against tilting.
The FlyMarkermini with column frame is now ready to use.

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3.3 Preparing FlyMarker®mini with column frame
for stationary operation
1. Loosen the locking mechanism and open the clamping lever completely.
2. Set the FlyMarkermini into the black locking pins and close the clamping lever
completely.

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3. Adjust the height of the mechanical support.
1. Loosen the clamping lever
2. Adjust the mechanical
support
3. Fix the clamping lever
Note:
The distance should be
approx. 20 mm without pulling
down the release handle
Hold the mechanical support while loosen the clamping
lever.
The positioning plate of the FlyMarkermini 120/45 cannot
be dismounted.
4. Press the blue short-key for 5 seconds to rotate the display 180°.
5. Open the cover of the interfaces and plug in the keyboard into the USB interface.

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3.4 Adjustment of the marking pin distance of the extended marking pin
(optional)
1. Adjust the marking pin distance towards the work piece
(while pulling down the release handle)
1. Loosen the knurled nut
2. Screw the adjustment screw downwards
3. Pull the release
handle downwards
and hold the feeler
gauge between
marking pin and work
piece at the same
time
4. Screw the adjustment
screw upwards against
the mechanical limit
stop (while pulling
down the release
handle)
5. Fix the adjustment
screw and the knurled
nut.
Difference between standard marking pin and extended marking pin
(+10mm)

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3.5 Turning on FlyMarker®mini
The FlyMarkermini is now ready to use.
(→Chapter „Preparing FlyMarker®mini for mobile operation“, page 15)
1. Turn FlyMarkermini on with the ON/OFF button.
When it is turned on, FlyMarker®mini performs a light,
harmless stroke and therefore should not be placed on a
workpiece when being turned on.
The start window appears.
The start window shows the current firmware version.
Controller performs a self-test.

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2. Press the spacebar.
FlyMarkermini can’t be operated if the battery is drained.
(→Chapter „Battery charging status, page 43)
(→Chapter “Changing/charging the battery”, page 44)
After a short time, the main menu window appears.
FlyMarker®mini is in operator mode.
This situation is required for working with FlyMarkermini
and for all control functions.
The FlyMarkermini is now ready to use.