Universal Laser Systems VLS3.50 User Manual

Installation & Set-up GuideVLS3.60, VLS4.60, VLS6.60www.ulsinc.com

10Installation & Set-up GuideOptimizing WindowsWindows XP, by default, displays many “visual eects” that slow down the computer. We recom

11Software Installation and RequirementsUniversal Control Panel (UCP) Installation CD-ROMAt this point you need to install the Windows XP/Vista Uni

12Installation & Set-up GuideSelect the components you would like to install to your computer, then select the “Next” 2. button.Note: If you c

13Software Installation and RequirementsThe installation process will proceed as indicated by a progress bar. Be patient. Loading the 4. les can ta

14Installation & Set-up Guide

15Assembling Your VersaLASER SystemAssembling Your VersaLASER SystemSystem Assembly - VersaLASER VLS3.60 and VLS4.60 SystemsDepending on which model V

16Installation & Set-up GuideWith the assistance of three or four other people, place the system on top 4. of the cart and loosely install the pro

17Assembling Your VersaLASER SystemSystem Assembly - VersaLASER VLS6.60 SystemDetaching laser system from cart to t through small doors (Optional)Rem

18Installation & Set-up GuideLaser Cartridge InstallationMake sure that your power cord to the system is not plugged in at this time. Place your

19Assembling Your VersaLASER SystemObserve the “V” groove along the upper (3) and lower (2) part of the laser cartridge base plate 3. and the alignmen

20Installation & Set-up GuidePlug in the power connector (1). Close the rear cover, making sure that wires or hoses do not 6. become pinched when

21Assembling Your VersaLASER System21345Place a bubble level (1) across the front (2) and rear cart legs (3). Adjust the caster height using 1. the a

22Installation & Set-up Guide*Alternate leveling method available. See page 24.Manually move the Focus Carriage by hand to the upper left corner.

23Assembling Your VersaLASER SystemPerfect FitGap to bigUsing the upper left corner as a reference point, move the focus carriage by hand to each corn

24Installation & Set-up GuideFor the best leveling results, use a digital caliper and adjust the caster directly under each corner that does not m

25Assembling Your VersaLASER SystemFinalizing the ConnectionsMake the following connections in the order described, otherwise static electri

26Installation & Set-up GuideThe laser system comes equipped with a high quality, 6-foot (2 meters) USB 2.0 certied cable. We recommend you use t

27Assembling Your VersaLASER SystemSelect “Install the software automatically.” Then Click “Next” to continue. You do not need to c. insert the Soft

28Installation & Set-up GuideClick “Finish” to close the Wizard.e. Another set of New Hardware Wizard windows may appear after the initial USB con

29Assembling Your VersaLASER SystemChecking Beam AlignmentNote: You will not engrave anything at this time.Open the top door.1. Place a small piece o

3Environment…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………5Electrical Power Source………………………………………………………………………………………………………6Exhaust System..………………………………

30Installation & Set-up Guide

31Running Your First JobRunning Your First JobWe will now illustrate how to use your laser system to engrave on a piece of anodized aluminum from star

32Installation & Set-up GuideStep 3 – Printing to your VersaLASER System (Materials Database Tab)Verify that the UCP 1. is running in the ta

33Running Your First JobStep 4 – Starting the ProcessTurn on the exhaust and VersaLASER system.1. CAUTION: Observe that the laser system is functioni

34Installation & Set-up Guide©2008 Universal Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The Universal Laser Systems logo and name, and VersaLASER, are r

050-3215-0 REV0608www.ulsinc.com

Installation & Set-up Guide4Thank you for choosing Universal Laser Systems®. The Installation & Set-up Guide is designed to provide yo

5Proper Operating EnvironmentProper Operating EnvironmentThis section will give you step-by-step instructions for site preparation and computer and so

Installation & Set-up Guide6Electrical Power Source (User Supplied)For your system’s electrical requirements, please refer to the “INPUT

7Proper Operating EnvironmentNote: The following diagram shows a typical exhaust system layout. Use this as a guideline for proper exhaust system in

8Installation & Set-up Guide

9Software Installation and RequirementsSoftware Installation and RequirementsYour computer is a critical component in the operation of the VersaLASER