Roland MODELA Pro MDX-650A User manual

USER'S MANUAL 1
Setup & Maintenance
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MDX-650A
MDX-650
MDX-500
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For the USA
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RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE
STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated
in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void
the users authority to operate this equipment.
The I/O cables between this equipment and the computing
device must be shielded.
For Canada
CLASS A NOTICE
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
CLASSE A AVIS
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les
exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du
Canada.
NOTICE
Grounding Instructions
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Check with qualified electrician or service personnel if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in
doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s
plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn out cord immediately.
Operating Instructions
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invites accidents.
DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t
use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to
rain. Keep work area well lighted.
DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing
accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, and like.
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in off position before plugging in.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
owner’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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Copyright © 2001 Roland DG Corporation
1-5 Selection of the Command Set ......................... 41
Selecting the Command Set ........................ 41
1-6 Choosing the Spindle Type .............................. 42
1-7 The Cutting Area .............................................. 43
MDX-650A/650 ......................................... 43
MDX-500 ................................................... 45
1-8 Loading a Workpiece for Cutting ..................... 47
Part 2 Maintenance
2-1 Cleaning ........................................................... 49
Cleaning the Main Unit .............................. 49
Cleaning After Operation ........................... 49
Cleaning the Sponge in the
Fan-motor Area (MDX-500 Only) ......... 51
2-2 Checking the Spindle ....................................... 52
Checking the Spindle Motor ....................... 52
Display of Spindle Rotation Time .............. 52
Adjusting the Tension of the Spindle Belt .. 53
2-3 Lubricating the Ball Screw ............................... 55
Part 3 Appendix
3-1 The ZA-600/500 Series Spacer for the
T-slot Table (Optional) ............... 57
Checking the Accessories ........................... 57
Installation .................................................. 57
3-2 Main Optional Items ........................................ 59
3-3 Specifications ................................................... 60
Table of Contents
To Ensure Safe Use .......................................... 2
About the Labels Affixed to the Unit ........ 5
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité ................... 7
À propos des étiquettes collées sur
l'appareil.............................................. 10
How The Manuals Are Organized ............................... 13
Part 1 Setting Up
1-1 Checking the Accessories ................................. 14
1-2 Names of Parts ................................................. 15
Front ........................................................... 15
Right Side ................................................... 16
Left Side ..................................................... 16
MDX-650A/650 Operation Panel ............... 17
MDX-500 Operation Panel ......................... 18
1-3 Setting Up and Connection Setting .................. 19
Setting Up ................................................... 19
MDX-650A/650 ................................... 20
MDX-500 ............................................. 21
Connection .................................................. 22
1-4 Description of the Spindle Area ....................... 24
About the Spindle Cover ............................ 24
High-torque Spindle
and High-speed Spindle ................... 25
Installable Optional Items
for Different Spindles .................. 25
High-torque Spindle (Optional) Set ............ 26
Installing the High-torque Spindle
(ZS-650T/ZS-500T) .................... 26
Installing the Tool ................................... 28
Attaching the Brush Adapter for
Chip Cleaning for the High-torque
Spindle (ZAD-500T) ....... 31
High-speed Spindle (Optional) Set ............. 32
Installing the High-speed Spindle
(ZS-500SH) ........... 32
Installing the Tool ................................... 34
Attaching the Brush Adapter for
Chip Cleaning for the High-speed
Spindle (ZAD-500S) ....... 40
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To Ensure Safe Use
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe
injury should the unit be used improperly.
About and Notices
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or
pets.
About the Symbols
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings. The specific meaning of
the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. The symbol at left means
"danger of electrocution."
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The
specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. The
symbol at left means the unit must never be disassembled.
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must
be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. The symbol at left means the
power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
Do not disassemble, repair, or
modify.
Doing so may lead to fire or abnormal
operation resulting in injury.
Ground the unit with the ground
wire.
Failure to do so may result in risk of
electrical shock in the even of a mechanical
problem
Do not use with any electrical power
supply that does not meet the
ratings displayed on the unit.
Use with any other power supply may lead
to fire or electrocution.
Do not use while in an abnormal
state (i.e., emitting smoke, burning
odor, unusual noise, or the like).
Doing so may result in fire or electrical
shock.
Immediately switch off the power, unplug
the power cord from the electrical outlet,
and contact your authorized Roland DG
Corp. dealer or service center.
Use only with the power cord
included with this product.
Use with other than the included power cord
may lead to fire or electrocution.

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Do not use with a damaged power
cord or plug, or with a loose
electrical outlet.
Use with any other
power supply may
lead to fire or
electrocution.
Do not injure or modify the electrical
power cord, nor subject it to
excessive bends, twists, pulls,
binding, or pinching, nor place any
object of weight on it.
Doing so may
damage the
electrical power
cord, leading to
electrocution or
fire.
When not in use for extended
periods, unplug the power cord from
the electrical outlet.
Failure to do so may
result in danger of
shock, electrocution,
or fire due to
deterioration of the
electrical insulation.
When unplugging the electrical
power cord from the power outlet,
grasp the plug, not the cord.
Unplugging by pulling the cord may damage
it, leading to fire or electrocution.
Do not attempt to unplug the power
cord with wet hands.
Doing so may
result in electrical
shock.
Install on a stable surface.
Failure to do so
may result in
falling of the unit,
leading to injury.
Do not connect the power cord with
other electrical loads on a single
electrical outlet.
Doing so may generate heat and cause fire.
When moving, grasp the aluminum
base portion at the bottom portion of
the unit, and carry out the operation
with five or more persons for the
MDX-650A/650 or with four or more
persons for the MDX-500.
If grasped by the
rear cover, the
unit may fall,
resulting in injury.
Unpacking, installation, and moving
are operations that must be carried
out by five or more persons for the
MDX-650A/650 and by four or more
persons for the MDX-500.
Failure to do so may result in falling of the
unit, leading to injury.
(The MDX-650A/
650 weighs 120
kg (264.5 lb.),
and the MDX-
500 weighs 92
kg (202.8 lb.). )
Fasten the spindle, tool, and
material securely in place.
Otherwise they may come loose during
cutting, resulting in injury.
Do not touch the tip of the blade
with your fingers.
Doing so may result in injury.

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Do not insert the fingers between
the XY table and base or between
the head and Z cover.
Doing so may result in injury.
Do not insert the fingers between
the T-slot table and arms or between
the head and Z cover.
The fingers may be pinched, resulting in
injury.
Do not place anything within the
moving area of the T-slot table.
The object may bump into the T-slot table
and fall, resulting in injury.
Wear dust goggles and mask during
use.
Cutting dust may scatter, causing bodily
injury.
Do not wear gloves, a necktie or
wide-sleeved clothing.
They may become
caught in the tool,
resulting in injury.
Do not allow liquids, metal objects
or flammables inside the machine.
Such materials
can cause fire.
Do not operate beyond capacity or
subject the tool to undue force.
The tool may break or fly off in a random
direction. If cutting beyond capacity is
mistakenly started, immediately turn off the
EMERGENCY STOP switch.
Head
Z cover T-slot table
Arm
Moving area of
the T-slot table
Perform dry cutting with no cutting
oil.
Such materials can
cause fire.
Use a commercially available brush
to remove metal cuttings.
Attempting to use a
vacuum cleaner to
take up metal
cuttings may cause
fire in the vacuum
cleaner.

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Do not touch the tool immediately
after cutting operating stops.
The tool may have become hot due to
friction heat and may cause burns if
touched.
Switch off the machine and unplug
the power cord from the electrical
outlet before performing cleaning or
maintenance.
Failure to do so may result in injury or
electrical shock.
When you're finished,
wash your hands to
rinse away all
cuttings.
Please use a vacuum cleaner to
remove cutting dust.
Do not use any blower like airbrush.
Otherwise, dust spread in the air may harm
your health.
About the Labels Affixed to the Unit
These labels are affixed to the body of this product.
The following figure describes the location and content of these messages.
Model name
Rating label
Use a rated power supply.

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: Indicates information to prevent machine breakdown or malfunction and ensure correct use.
: Indicates a handy tip or advice regarding use.
In addition to the and symbols, the symbols shown below are also used.
NOTICE
Handle tool with care.
Do not insert fingers
between the head and Z
cover during operation.
Do not insert fingers
between the T-slot table
and arms during opera-
tion.

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Utilisépour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de décès ou de blessure grave en
cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.
Avis sur les avertissements
Utilisépour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de blessure ou de dommage
matériel en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.
* Par dommage matériel, il est entendu dommage ou tout autre effet
indésirable sur la maison, tous les meubles et même les animaux
domestiques.
Àpropos des symboles
Le symbole attire l'attention de l'utilisateur sur les instructions importantes ou les
avertissements. Le sens précis du symbole est déterminépar le dessin àl'intérieur du triangle.
Le symbole àgauche signifie "danger d'électrocution".
Le symbole avertit l'utilisateur de ce qu'il ne doit pas faire, ce qui est interdit. La chose
spécifique àne pas faire est indiquée par le dessin àl'intérieur du cercle. Le symbole à
gauche signifie que l'appareil ne doit jamais être démonté.
Le symbole prévient l'utilisateur sur ce qu'il doit faire. La chose spécifique àfaire est
indiquée par le dessin àl'intérieur du cercle. Le symbole àgauche signifie que le fil électrique
doit être débranchéde la prise.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
Ne pas démonter, réparer ou
modifier.
Le non-respect de cette consigne pourrait
causer un incendie ou provoquer des
opérations anormales entraînant des
blessures.
Mettre l'appareil àla masse avec une
prise de terre.
Le non-respect de cette consigne pourrait
entraîner des décharges électriques en
cas de problème mécanique.
Utiliser seulement avec une
alimentation de mêmes
caractéristiques électriques que
celles indiquées sur l'appareil.
Une négligence àce niveau pourrait
provoquer un incendie ou une
électrocution.
Ne pas utiliser si l'appareil est dans
un état anormal (c'est-à-dire s'il y a
émission de fumée, odeur de brûlé,
bruit inhabituel etc.).
Le non-respect de cette consigne pourrait
provoquer un incendie ou des décharges
électriques.
Couper immédiatement l'alimentation
secondaire et ensuite l'alimentation
principale. Débranchez le fil électrique et
contacter votre revendeur ou votre centre
de service de la sociétéRoland DG
autorisé.
N'utilisez que le cordon
d'alimentation fourni avec ce
produit.
L’utilisation avec un autre cordon
d’alimentation que celui fourni pourrait
entrainer un risque d’incendie ou
d’électrocution.

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Ne pas endommager ou modifier le
fil électrique. Ne pas le plier, le
tordre, l'étirer, l'attacher ou le serrer
de façon excessive. Ne pas mettre
d'objet ou de poids dessus.
Une négligence à
ce niveau pourrait
endommager le fil
électrique ce qui
risquerait de
provoquer une
électrocution ou un
incendie.
Saisir la fiche et non le fil électrique
lorsque vous débranchez.
Débrancher en tirant sur le fil pourrait
l'endommager et risquer de provoquer un
incendie ou une électrocution.
Ne pas essayer de débrancher le fil
avec des mains mouillées.
Une négligence à
ce niveau pourrait
provoquer des
décharges
électriques.
Ne pas utiliser avec une fiche ou un
fil électrique endommagéou avec
une prise mal fixée.
Une négligence à
ce niveau pourrait
provoquer un
incendie ou une
électrocution.
Débrancher le fil lorsque l'appareil
reste inutilisépendant une longue
période.
Une négligence àce niveau pourrait
provoquer des décharges électriques,
une électrocution ou
un incendie dûàune
détérioration de
l'isolation électrique.
Ne pas brancher d'autres appareils
sur la même prise.
Cela pourrait engendrer une surchauffe et
provoquer un incendie.
Installer l’appareil sur une surface
stable.
Une négligence à
ce niveau pourrait
provoquer la chute
de l’appareil et
entraîner des
blessures.
Pour déplacer l’appareil, saisir la
base en aluminium sous l’appareil. Il
faut cinq personnes ou plus pour
déplacer le MDX-650A/650, et quatre
personnes ou plus pour déplacer le
MDX-500.
Si l'appareil est
saisi par la
plaque du
dessus, il peut
tomber et
entraîner des
blessures.
Il faut cinq personnes ou plus pour
déballer, installer et déplacer le
MDX-650A/650, et quatre personnes
ou plus pour le MDX-500.
Sinon, l'appareil pourrait tomber et
entraîner des blessures.
(Le poids du MDX-650A/650 est de 120 kg,
et celui du MDX-500 est de 92 kg.)
Ne pas toucher àl’extrémitéde la
lame avec vos doigts.
Vous risqueriez de vous blesser en y
touchant.

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Fixer fermement le mandrin, l'outil et
le matériel àleur place.
Sinon, ces éléments risquent d'avoir du jeu
lors des coupes, ce qui entraînerait des
blessures.
Ne pas insérer vos doigts entre la
table XY et la base ou entre la tête et
la plaque Z.
Cela pourrait entraîner des blessures.
Ne pas insérer vos doigts entre la
table àfente en T et les bras ou
entre la tête et la plaque Z.
Vous pourriez vous pincer les doigts et vous
blesser.
Ne rien placer dans l'espace mobile
de la table àfente en T.
L'objet pourrait se heurter contre la table à
fente en T et tomber, ce qui pourrait
entraîner des blessures.
Porter des lunettes de travail et un
masque durant l'utilisation.
Des copeaux pourraient être projetés et
vous blesser.
Ne pas porter de gants, de cravate
ou de vêtement àmanches amples.
Ils pourraient se
prendre dans
l'appareil et
entraîner des
blessures.
Ne pas utiliser l'appareil au-dessus
de ses capacités ou le soumettre à
une force excessive.
L'outil pourrait se briser ou être projeté
dans une direction indéterminée. Si vous
commencez par inadvertance une coupe
au-dessus de la capacitéde l'appareil,
l'éteindre immédiatement àl'aide du bouton
d'urgence.
Ne pas introduire de liquide, d'objet
métallique ou inflammable dans
l'appareil.
Ce genre de
matériel peut
provoquer un
incendie.
Bras
Table à
fente en T
Plaque Z
Tête
L'espace
mobile de la
table àfente
en T
Utiliser une brosse du commerce
pour retirer les rognures de métal.
Tenter de retirer les
rognures de métal à
l’aide d’un aspirateur
peut faire naître un
incendie dans
l’aspirateur.

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Àpropos des étiquettes collées sur l'appareil
Ces étiquettes sont collées àl'extérieur de l'appareil.
Les dessins suivants indiquent l'endroit et le contenu des messages.
Ne pas toucher l'outil
immédiatement après une coupe.
L'outil pourrait avoir chaufféavec la friction
et vous causer des brûlures.
Couper le contact et débrancher le
câble d’alimentation du réceptacle
avant de procéder au nettoyage ou à
l’entretien de l’appareil.
Une négligence àce niveau pourrait
provoquer des blessures ou une
électrocution.
Quand vous avez
terminéd'utiliser
l'appareil, laver vos
mains pour bien
enlever tous les
copeaux.
Utiliser un aspirateur pour nettoyer
les copeaux. N'utiliser aucun
appareil soufflant de l'air comme un
sèche-cheveux.
La poussière répandue dans l'air pourrait
nuire àvotre santé.
Nom du modèle
Étiquette des caractéristiques
électriques
Utiliser l'alimentation appropriée

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Ne pas insérer vos
doigts entre la tête et la
plaque Z quand l'appareil
est en marche.
Ne pas insérer vos doigts
entre la table àfente en T
et les bras quand
l'appareil est en marche.
Manipuler l'outil
avec précaution.

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MEMO

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Part 1 Setting Up
How The Manuals Are Organized
The manuals are organized as follows. Refer to the appropriate one according to the purpose at hand.
USER'S MANUAL 2
"Cutting Using the Included Software"
NC code
PROGRAMMER'S MANUAL
1
23
USER'S MANUAL 3
"Cutting Using NC Codes"
This describes installation, connection, preparations for
starting cutting, and the care and maintenance of the
machine.
When cutting
using RML-1
When cutting
using NC codes
This describes operation methods when using the
included software to perform cutting.
This describes operation methods when using NC codes
to perform cutting.
This describes the NC codes. It explains the basics of
programming as well as each code.
USER'S MANUAL 1
"Setup & Maintenance"

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Part 1 Setting Up
1-1 Checking the Accessories
The following items are packed together with the unit.
Z0 position sensor
T-slot clamps : 4
(For installing the work)
Wrench (10 mm (3/8 in.))
(For securing the T-slot clamps in place)
Roland Software Package
CD-ROM
NC Code
PROGRAMMER'S MANUAL
USER'S MANUAL
(1 Setup & Maintenance)
(2 Cutting Using the Included Software)
(3 Cutting Using NC codes)
Part 1 1Setting Up
Ferrite corer
* Except for MDX-500
Hexagonal wrench
Belt for high-torque spindle
Key connector
* The machine does not run unless
this is inserted.
Power cord
Bolts (5 x 25 mm) : 4
(For installing the T-slot clamp)
* These bolts are for the substitutions when
the original bolts on the T-slot clamp are
too long.

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Part 1 Setting Up
1-2 Names of Parts
Front
Fan motor cover
Arm
Operation Panel
T-slot table
(XY Table)
Base cover
Head
Arm
Bellows cover
Spindle cover
* When the spindle cover
is open, the machine
does not run (see "1-4
Description of the
Spindle Area").

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Part 1 Setting Up
Right Side
Left Side
Power switch
Power connector
Serial connector
Parallel connector
Expansion connector
(EXT.3)
Expansion connector
(EXT.2)
Z0 position sensor jack
Expansion connector
(EXT.1)
Expansion connector
(EXT.4)
*MDX-650A only

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Part 1 Setting Up
[COPY] key
[PAUSE] key
TOOL DOWN key
Liquid-crystal display [ENTER] key[JOG] keyTOOL UP key
[EXIT] key
MDX-650A/650 Operation Panel
[Z] key[XY/A] key
Arrow keys
( [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] )
Dial
FAST FEED key
EMERGENCY
STOP switch
[SPINDLE] key
Dial This is used to change the selection on the display menu, or during coordinate view to perform jogging of
the XY table or tool (Z axis) or to change the speed of the spindle motor.
[JOG] key When the display is at coordinate view, this changes selects the item you want to set (jogging of the XY table
or tool [Z axis] or spindle-motor speed). When the instruction set is set to NC code, this also selects the
displayed coordinate system.
This also switches the Y and A axes when the rotary axis unit (optionally available) is installed.
[ENTER] key This is pressed to confirm a selection on the display menu, a value that has been set, or other selections.
Use the dial to choose a menu item, then press [ENTER] to go down to the next level.
When you want to change a present setting value or selection, make the selection with the dial, then press
[ENTER]. The confirmed setting value or selection is shown between angle brackets.
[EXIT] key Press this to return to the main menu or to switch between coordinate view and menu view.
Arrow keys The [ ] [ ] keys move the XY table forward and backward, and the [ ] [ ] keys move the
head to the left and right.
TOOL UP key This key makes the cutting tool (blade) move in a positive direction on the Z axis (i.e., upward).
TOOL DOWN key This key makes the cutting tool move in a negative direction on the Z axis (i.e., downward).
FAST FEED key When pressed at the same time as an arrow key, the TOOL UP key, or the TOOL DOWN key, this makes
the movement faster.
[Z] key This sets the Z-axis origin point for workpiece coordinates.
[XY/A] key This set the X- and Y-axis origin point for workpiece coordinates.
This also sets the A-axis origin point when the rotary axis unit (optionally available) is installed.
[SPINDLE] key This starts and stops rotation of the spindle. To start rotation, hold down the key for one second or longer.
When the spindle cover is open, the spindle does not rotate.
[PAUSE] key When pressed during cutting, operation is paused.
[COPY] key This performs cutting again with the data in the data buffer.
EMERGENCY STOP switch This switch cuts the power supply and forces the machine to stop, regardless of whether operation is in
progress. Press the EMERGENCY STOP switch immediately if dangerous or abnormal operation occurs.

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Part 1 Setting Up
[COPY] key
[PAUSE] key
TOOL DOWN key
Liquid-crystal display [ENTER] key[JOG] keyTOOL UP key
[EXIT] key
MDX-500 Operation Panel
[Z] key[XY] key
Arrow keys
( [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] )
Dial
FAST FEED key
EMERGENCY
STOP switch
Dial This is used to change the selection on the display menu, or during coordinate view to perform jogging of
the XY table or tool (Z axis) or to change the speed of the spindle motor.
[JOG] key When the display is at coordinate view, this changes selects the item you want to set (jogging of the XY
table or tool [Z axis] or spindle-motor speed).
[ENTER] key This is pressed to confirm a selection on the display menu, a value that has been set, or other selections.
Use the dial to choose a menu item, then press [ENTER] to go down to the next level.
When you want to change a present setting value or selection, make the selection with the dial, then press
[ENTER]. The confirmed setting value or selection is shown between angle brackets.
[EXIT] key Press this to return to the main menu or to switch between coordinate view and menu view.
Arrow keys The [ ] [ ] keys move the XY table forward and backward, and the [ ] [ ] keys move the
head to the left and right.
TOOL UP key This key makes the cutting tool (blade) move in a positive direction on the Z axis (i.e., upward).
TOOL DOWN key This key makes the cutting tool move in a negative direction on the Z axis (i.e., downward).
FAST FEED key When pressed at the same time as an arrow key, the TOOL UP key, or the TOOL DOWN key, this makes
the movement faster.
[Z] key This sets the Z-axis origin point for workpiece coordinates.
[XY] key This set the X- and Y-axis origin point for workpiece coordinates.
[SPINDLE] key This starts and stops rotation of the spindle. To start rotation, hold down the key for one second or longer.
When the spindle cover is open, the spindle does not rotate.
[PAUSE] key When pressed during cutting, operation is paused.
[COPY] key This performs cutting again with the data in the data buffer.
EMERGENCY STOP switch This switch cuts the power supply and forces the machine to stop, regardless of whether operation is in
progress. Press the EMERGENCY STOP switch immediately if dangerous or abnormal operation occurs.
[SPINDLE] key