Pryor 4000 Series User manual

4000 Series Marking Machines
Quick Start Guide ENG124 iss 1.0 Nov 2016
Available to download at: www.pryormarking.com/products/4000-controller
Tel: [phone]
Sales: inf[email protected]
Technical support: suppo[email protected]

EDWARD PRYOR & SON LTD
Egerton Street Sheffield S1 4JX England UK
T: [phone] E: [email protected]
F: [phone] W: www.pryormarking.com
Registered in England as above Reg No. 313230
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Description of machinery:
4000 Series MARKING SYSTEM
SERIAL NUMBER :
........................................................................
THIS MACHINE COMPLIES WITH THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIVES:
»The machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
as implemented by The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 1992 (SI No. 3073)
and The Supply of Machinery (Safety) (Amendment) Regulations 1994 (SI No. 2063).
THIS MACHINERY AS DESCRIBED IN THIS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
CONFORMS IN ALL RESPECTS WITH THE ESSENTIAL HEALTH & SAFETY
REQUIREMENTS STATED IN THE ABOVE LISTED DIRECTIVES, STANDARDS AND
SPECIFICATIONS.
Signed: ..... ...............................
Title: Managing Director
DATE: ....................................
EMPOWERED TO SIGN ON BEHALF OF THE RESPONSIBLE PERSON, MR N.
ANDREW, DIRECTOR OF EDWARD PRYOR AND SON LTD AT THE ABOVE ADDRESS.
Conformity 1 - Issue 5 –07/17.

EDWARD PRYOR & SON LTD
Egerton Street Sheffield S1 4JX England UK
T: [phone] E: [e-mail]
F: [phone] W: www.pryormarking.com
Registered in England as above Reg No. 313230
DECLARATION OF INCORPORATION
Description of machinery:
4000 Series MARKING SYSTEM
SERIAL NUMBER :
........................................................................
THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE EQUIPMENT DETAILED ABOVE COMPLIES WITH THE
FOLLOWING DIRECTIVES:
»The machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
as implemented by The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 1992 (SI No. 3073)
and The Supply of Machinery (Safety) (Amendment) Regulations 1994 (SI No. 2063).
THIS MACHINERY MUST NOT BE PUT INTO SERVICE UNTIL THE MACHINERY INTO
WHICH IT IS TO BE INCORPORATED HAS BEEN DECLARED IN CONFORMITY WITH
THE PROVISIONS OF THE EC MACHINERY DIRECTIVE.
Signed: ........ ............................
Title: Managing Director
DATE: ....................................
EMPOWERED TO SIGN ON BEHALF OF THE RESPONSIBLE PERSON, MR N.
ANDREW, DIRECTOR OF EDWARD PRYOR AND SON LTD AT THE ABOVE ADDRESS.
Incorporation 1 - Issue 5- 08/17

Page 1
Health & Safety
4000 Series Marking Machine
This covers essential health and safety of the marking machine. It is intended to
supplement and support the training given by the suppliers of the equipment and the
operation manuals.
Weight of Machine and Ancillary Equipment
BenchDot 300-150 EZA Marking Unit
54kg
inc. Base and Column
BenchDot 150-150 EZA Marking Unit
44kg
inc. Base and Column
BenchDot 100-100 EZA Marking Unit
40kg
inc. Base and Column
MarkMate Marking Unit
13kg
Inc. Base and Column
4000 Series Marking Controller
7kg
Circumferential Fixture
10kg
Magnetic Chuck
10kg
The weights quoted are approximate.
Handling
Care must be taken when moving or handling not to drop the equipment, causing
damage to operators or other persons handling the machinery. It is advisable when
lifting the machine to have two people to lift, using the base and column, it must not
be lifted by the cover.
Noise Emissions
Depending on the nature of the workpiece and any support required noise emitted
by the machine when marking may exceed 70dB(A)Leq. Where it is established that
noise emissions may exceed current regulations, noise control methods (e.g. ear
defenders/machinery guards) should be utilised.
Electrical Hazards
To prevent electrical shock do not remove the cover of the controller or marking
head. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
service personnel. Only connect the controller to the correct supply voltage. This is
clearly marked on the rear of the controller.

Page 2
Possible Hazards whilst Operating
The motors are low force and inertia; they therefore present a low risk when used in
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Care should be taken in the vicinity of
the marking head whilst setting, operating or maintaining the machine. It is important
when operating the machine that any object other than the work piece to be marked
is kept away from the marking area.
Eye protection should be worn when operating the machine.
We would also remind UK employers of the general risk assessment requirement in
the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations and in addition the
requirement to ensure that work equipment is used only for the operation for which it
is suitable in accordance with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment
Regulations.
Users outside of the UK are reminded to ensure they are compliant with local
legislation and to ensure adequate control measure are in place to reduce risk to an
acceptable level.
Installing and Commissioning
It is essential to read the user manual(s) prior to use.
Disposal and Decommissioning
The LCD contains a hazardous liquid. It should be disposed of in accordance with
current regulations.
The controller contains a lithium battery. It should be disposed of in accordance with
current regulations.
Stability of the machine
Bench machines are provided with bolt holes in the base of the machine to fasten it
down.
Emergency Stop
An emergency stop is built into the controller. This should not be confused with the
remote start/stop pendant. When pressed all mechanical movement is immediately
stopped and power is disconnected from the drive circuits. Once activated the
emergency stop button can be released by twisting it. Releasing the emergency stop
will not reactivate the machine until appropriate commands are executed from the
touchscreen.

Document: ENG124 iss 1 1 Oct 2017 Quick Start.doc Page 3
1. About this manual
Versions
This quick start guide provides information on the basic features of the 4000 series
embedded controller. The full manual for the controller and associated range of
marking machines is available to download from:
www.pryormarking.com/products/4000-controller/
Introduction
This manual is a simple introduction to the Pryor range of dot peen and scribe
marking machines and also a complete reference their functions.
The various machines can be broken down into 3 categories:
•Bench Mount (BenchDot™, BenchScribe)
•Integrated (InDot™, InScribe)
•Portable (PortaDot™)
2. System Overview
The system consists of a controller with integrated touchscreen, remote start/stop
box (optional) and marking head.
The Controller and Software
The system is controlled primarily through the touch screen. The operator can
navigate through menus and data forms, and also use an on-screen keyboard.
If a keyboard is connected, the controller software lets you select the option you
want by highlighting it using the cursor keys and pressing the Enter key or by
pressing the appropriate function key F1-F10.
You can create marks in either straight lines or arcs. Each layout may contain up to
40 lines of characters, with up to 100 characters in each line. Each line has its own
character size and marking force. You may specify the horizontal and vertical
position (straight lines) or the radius and start angle (arc marking) of each line.
Once a layout has been created it may be checked to see that it will fit in the
available marking area. If it will fit you may then do a trial run to make sure the mark
will be in the correct position, or go ahead and actually mark the layout.
The marking head
The marking head consists of 2 main parts, the base and column (for column
mounted systems) and the X-Y marking head. The gap between the marking unit
and the base can easily be varied to accommodate various workpieces, fixtures etc.
3. Guide to Effective Marking
The 4000 series marking machines can mark a very wide range of work pieces using
a variety of different character styles, sizes and depths.
A guide to creating an effective mark is available in the full version of this manual,
available to download from www.pryormarking.com/products/4000-controller

Document: ENG124 iss 1 1 Oct 2017 Quick Start.doc Page 4
4. Getting Started
Setting up
For column mounted systems it is important to use a sturdy bench and fasten the
base of the machine using the 2 mounting holes on the base.
Before using the marking head for the first time fit the stylus nozzle, solenoid core
(slug), stylus and spring in position and check the stylus moves freely,
The system is very easy to connect, all the connectors on the rear of the controller
are labelled.
Connector Label
Function
X1 –X/Y
Connects directly to the Marking Head
X2 –Z/C
Connects directly to the Z axis. However if also using a Circumferential
axis, connect it directly to the circ axis first then connect the Z axis cable
to the secondary port on the circ axis. (Optional)
X3 –I/O 0
Digital I/O port, provides 8 digital inputs and 6 digital outputs for
interfacing to external devices. (Optional)
X4 –I/O 1
Expansion Digital I/O port, provides an additional 8 input and 6 output
signals (Optional).
X5 - Ethernet
Ethernet TCP/IP port, for connecting the controller to TCP/IP
communication networks.
X6 –USB Type B
USB communication port. For connecting the controller to a windows PC.
The connection will create a virtual com port on the PC.
X7 –USB Type A
USB Socket. For connecting USB flash memory or USB keyboards to the
controller.
X8 –EXT ESTOP
External emergency stop connector. Replaces the built-in ESTOP to allow
remote systems to interface to the controller’s emergency stop functions
where necessary. (Optional).
X9 –RS232
RS232 Serial Port. 9 pin connector for interfacing with PC’s, PLCs,
Barcode scanners and other serial communication devices.
X10 –START-STOP
Remote Start/Stop. For connection to the controllers remote start cycle
and stop cycle button panel.
X11 –FIELDBUS /
INDUSTRIAL
ETHERNET
Anybus interface. Depending on the option purchased, the machine can
be controlled by automation systems using a variety of industrial Ethernet
or fieldbus interfaces such as Profibus, ProfiNet, Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT,
DeviceNet, Modbus etc. (Optional)
X12 –I/O 2
Expansion Digital I/O port, provides an additional 8 input and 6 output
signals (Optional on Integrated 4000 controller).
X13 –I/O 3
Expansion Digital I/O port, provides an additional 8 input and 6 output
signals (Optional on Integrated 4000 controller).
Note: Ensure the Marking Head and C / Z Motor connectors are firmly connected to
the controller and screwed in place. Never attach or remove the connectors when

Document: ENG124 iss 1 1 Oct 2017 Quick Start.doc Page 5
the controller is powered up and operating. This may damage the motor driving
electronics.
Switch the system on using the switch on the rear of the controller. The machine will
not operate unless the emergency stop button is untwisted and released.
The Main menu should be displayed when power is switched on:
Menu options can be chosen by pressing on the menu buttons on the touch screen.
If a keyboard is connected, options can be selected from a menu by using the cursor
up/down keys to highlight the required option and then pressing ENTER or by
pressing the appropriate function key shown screen.
Animated Help Topics
The controller has a built in animated help topic feature. On the main
menu click the information button to list a series of getting started help
topics.
The help topics simulate marking and trial running of the machine. All marking head
movements are disabled when running help topics.
Layouts
To produce any kind of mark a layout must be created. A layout contains information
about the Text to be marked, its Size, Force and XY position. The controller can
save many layouts in memory.

Document: ENG124 iss 1 1 Oct 2017 Quick Start.doc Page 6
Creating a layout
Select “F8) Create layout”from the Main menu on the touch screen. The display will
then show the layout edit screen.
Type some text and then press the ENTER key . The cursor will then move on to
the Size column. Enter a size of 3.0 mm (0.12”).
Leave the Force unchanged for now.
Press the ESC key to go back to the Main menu. A preview of the layout will be
shown in the centre window.
NB The display will vary depending on your machine’s steps/mm and marking area.
Preview
Select “F6) Preview”from the main menu. The entire marking area is displayed and
in the top left corner, the text you have entered.

Document: ENG124 iss 1 1 Oct 2017 Quick Start.doc Page 7
The mark may be very small. To zoom in use the cursor keys to move the green box
over the text and press the button. Press ESC to go back to the zoomed out
view.
You can also drag the green box using the touch screen. Touch inside the green
box, move across the screen, then let go. The box will turn orange while moving,
then appear in the new location when you let go.
To zoom in (the green box will get smaller) press the button.
To zoom out (the green box will get bigger) press the button.
You can also use the button to automatically zoom in and choose a zoom
level to fit the mark to the screen.
The cursor keys may now be used to move over the enlarged image. You can also
drag the viewing area using the touch screen.
The buttons may be used to modify the dot size on the preview. This will not
affect the mark, but can be used to make the preview represent the actual mark
more accurately for the material you are using. The system will try to replicate dot
size in relation to the force used, but the actual results will depend on the material
being marked.

Document: ENG124 iss 1 1 Oct 2017 Quick Start.doc Page 8
(larger dots representing overmarked characters)
Use the button to toggle a grid overlay. This will display a grid at 1mm or
10mm intervals, depending on the zoom level.
The and buttons may be used to increase/decrease the magnification while
zoomed in.
Press the button to return to the previous view, then again to return to the
Main menu.
Trial run
Trial run does not mark the work
piece, it moves the marking head to
where each line would be marked
and then traces round the envelope
of each line in the layout.
Select “F3) Trial run” from the main
menu. The marking head will home
and then move to the top left of the
first line of the layout.
The buttons on screen can be used
to modify the mark:
Icon
Mode Function
Exit trial run
Select the previous line
Select the next line
Trace around the line stopping on corners

Document: ENG124 iss 1 1 Oct 2017 Quick Start.doc Page 9
Trace around the line without stopping
Move object one jog step up (mm)
Move object one jog step down (mm)
Move object one jog step left (mm)
Move object one jog step right (mm)
Jog Z down by one jog step (mm)
Jog Z up by one jog step (mm)
Change Jog step size 0.1mm, 1mm, 10mm *
Rotate clockwise by one jog step (degrees) *
Rotate anticlockwise by one jog step (degrees) *
Increase text size by one jog step (mm)
Decrease text size by one jog step (mm)
* In Imperial mode, the steps are still 0.1mm, 1mm and 10mm, but are shown in
inches. The angle will still change by 0.1, 1 or 10 degrees, even though 0.004”,
0.039” and 0.394” are displayed.
In addition, a line in the layout can be selected by pressing on the text in the list to
the left, or on the mark in the preview screen. The head will move through all
intervening lines in order to avoid possible collisions with the part being marked.
The marks can also be moved around by dragging on them in the preview. The mark
must be already selected, then touch the mark again, move your finger on the
screen, then let go of the screen.
Marking a layout
Position a workpiece under the marking head and adjust the gap between the stylus
and the workpiece (for Bench machines use the handle on top of the column, for
portable machines use the adjustable face mask). Use a gap of about 2 mm
(0.08”).
To mark the layout select “F1) Mark layout”or the green button on the remote
control. The marking head will mark the work piece. If the mark is not deep enough
then increase the gap or increase the force (and vice-versa).
There are two ways to stop the marker. The red button on the remote control (if
used) will abort under control without losing the current layout, the emergency stop
interlock on the controller will stop marking by removing all power from the motors
and punch. The default E-stop configuration is to keep the rest of electronics running
while power to the motors and punch is disconnected.
5. Layouts
Introduction
A layout consists of a number of lines of information (up to 40). Each line has its own
Text, Size, Force, XYZ position and many other parameters.
The Size of the characters (height) may be 0.15 mm to 999.90 mm (0.006” to 40”) in
steps of 0.15 mm (0.006”) (for 5x7 dot and varidot style, dependent on machine

Document: ENG124 iss 1 1 Oct 2017 Quick Start.doc Page 10
type). For most character styles the width of the character (including the space
between characters) is equal to the Size.
The Force may be 0 (no mark) to 14 (deep mark). Some marking heads may have
some restriction on marking force.
The Xand Yposition may be specified to place a mark anywhere in the available
marking area with 0.025 mm (0.001”) resolution.
Line Parameters
Each line has an extensive set of parameters associated with it. These are very
powerful, they are described briefly in the table below.
Press the buttons to change the line’s data that is displayed. The line
number is shown in the bottom left of the screen.
Press the buttons to show another page of parameters for this line. You
can also drag on the parameters section of the screen to change the page of
parameters.
Contents
The Contents parameter specifies what a line is for. A layout line normally contains
the text to be marked but it may be any of the following:
Contents
Text
Text
Text is marked exactly as it appears.
Serial
Text is a serial number and is incremented after the
layout is marked.
Global serial
Text is replaced by the global serial number when
the layout is marked.
Variable
Text is a variable and can be modified from the Edit
Variables screen or by transmitting variable data for
marking via a communication port.
Global variable
Text is replaced by the global variable when the
layout is marked.

Document: ENG124 iss 1 1 Oct 2017 Quick Start.doc Page 11
Time/date
Time/date information is inserted in the Text at
specified places when the layout is marked.
Logo
Text specifies the name of a dot logo.
HPGL logo (Smooth)
Text specifies the name of a HPGL logo.
HPGL logo (Sharp)
Text specifies the name of a HPGL logo.
I/O control
Text contains commands to make use of
programmable digital inputs and outputs.
Barcode
Text is replaced by text from a barcode reader.
Comms Command
Text is transmitted out of the RS232 port to a third
party device such as a barcode printer. See serial
communications section for more details.
DataMatrix
Text is encoded into a Data Matrix code. See Data
Matrix section for further details.
Data Entry via Prompt
Text is replaced by variable information entered at
an on-screen prompt. Also supports Barcode
scanners. See Data Entry via prompt section for
more details.
Obliterate Data Matrix
Allows a Data Matrix code to be rendered
unreadable by crossing it out and filling in the codes
timing pattern.
Serial via Prompt
When used with Data Entry via Prompt mode and
MultiMark enabled, this allows a starting serial
number to be entered and the value will increment
for the number of cycles entered by the user.
Variable / Serial
Text is treated like a Serial Number but can be
modified via the communication port in select layout
mode. Useful for setting a starting number.
Special
Reserved for special applications.
Font
The Font parameter specifies the style of character. The available styles are:
Font
Description
5x7 dot
Standard 5x7 dot matrix. 0.15 mm (0.006”) minimum
Size.
5x7 varidot
Characters are formed from lines of dots, the spacing
between dots can be specified. Not good for small
characters.
7x9 dot
7x9 dot matrix. 0.20 mm (0.008”) minimum Size.
5x9 OCR dot
Dot matrix characters conforming to the OCR standard.
0.20 mm (0.008”) minimum Size.
5x9 OCR varidot
Vector characters conforming to the OCR standard. Not
good for small characters.
Vector
Used for the Fast Pneumatic and Scribe Machines. This
is the same as the 5x7 font but has continuous lines.
HPGL
Used on dot and scribe machines. A simple vector font
that can be overridden by downloading HPGL files for
each letter.
Minimum sizes stated are for 40 steps/mm. The minimum size is based on 1 step
between dots.

Document: ENG124 iss 1 1 Oct 2017 Quick Start.doc Page 12
Dot fonts displayed on the mark preview screen:
Scribe fonts displayed on the mark preview screen:
Varidot
This parameter specifies the spacing between dots. For electric solenoid dot
marking the range is 5 to 255 steps. For pneumatic solenoid dot marking it is 50 to
255 steps.
Repeat dot
To obtain a deeper mark it is possible to mark each dot several (1-9) times. This
will result in slower marking speeds.

Document: ENG124 iss 1 1 Oct 2017 Quick Start.doc Page 13
Mode
This specifies linear/arc marking for lines of text.
Width
Character width can be specified independently of the Size (height). The width
includes the spacing between characters. If the Width parameter is set to 0.0 then
it will be calculated automatically. Range is 0.00 mm to 999.90 mm (40”).
Angle
If the Mode parameter specifies a straight mark then Angle specifies the angle by
which the mark will be rotated around its XY position. If Mode specifies an arc mark
then Angle specifies the start angle of the Text. Range is -359 to +359 degrees.
Radius
If the Mode parameter specifies an arc mark then Radius specifies the inside radius
of the arc that the Text is marked on, if Mode specifies a straight mark then Radius
is ignored.
Z
If an electric Z axis is fitted then Zspecifies the position that the Z axis will move to
before marking the line. If a pneumatic Z axis is fitted then a value of 0.0 will retract
the Z axis, a value of 1.0 will extend the Z axis. The Z axis movement will take
place after any XY movement for a layout line.
Length
If Mode specifies a straight mark then Length specifies the maximum length of the
mark, the character width will be automatically condensed to ensure that Length is
not exceeded. If Length is set to 0 then it is ignored.
If Mode specifies an arc mark then Length specifies the maximum length in degrees.
Editing layouts
Editing keys
The following buttons can be used when editing a layout:
Icon
Action
Moves to the previous line.
Moves to the next line.
Moves left one character.
Moves right one character.
Moves to the beginning of an entry.
Moves to the end of an entry.
Moves up several lines
Moves down several lines
Move up one line in the layout (only available when editing parameters)
Move down one line in the layout (only available when editing parameters)

Document: ENG124 iss 1 1 Oct 2017 Quick Start.doc Page 14
Moves to the start of the next field.
Deletes the character under the cursor.
Deletes the character to the left of the cursor.
Inserts a space where the cursor is.
Moves to/from line parameter screen for the current line.
Leave current screen / go back one menu
Accesses the cut/paste menu.
Edit layout parameters such as offsets, home method and autosense gap.
View mark preview.
The following buttons can be used when editing a text field:
Using the on-screen keyboard, the button will toggle between upper and lower
case letters.
The button will cycle through the special character keyboard layouts. Note that
special characters cannot be used for filenames, and the special character keyboard
layouts will not be available when loading and saving files.
Pressing will return to the standard alphanumeric keyboard layout.
6. Further Information
More details about the functions described above and the many advanced functions
available from the controller are given in the full version of the user guide. This will
have been supplied with the machine on a USB drive, and is available to download
from www.pryormarking.com/products/4000-controller