InFocus M-300 manual Comments

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Engraving mirrored acrylic is similar to engraving regular acrylic. The idea is to engrave through the mirrored backing enough to begin to penetrate into the acrylic. Engraving deeply will cause a crusty residue to form just like with non-mirrored acrylic. A double image will appear if engraving on the front side of the mirror. It is not necessary to mask the backside when engraving because the mirrored backing shields the acrylic from smoke damage. To cut mirrored acrylic, it might be necessary to remove all original masking, re-mask with transfer tape, and dampen the tape with water from a spray bottle. Next, place the acrylic in the laser with the mirrored surface facing upwards and elevate at least 1/2 inch above the table. The laser beam will not reflect off of the mirrored surface because it is absorbed by the acrylic first. Sometimes cutting the acrylic from the backside will cause the mirrored backing to distort and crack from the intense heat required to cut. If the combination of engraving and cutting is desired, our suggestion is to engrave the backing, unmasked, remove the acrylic, mask both sides with transfer tape, flip the acrylic over, dampen, elevate, re-focus, and cut from the front side. When paint filling the engraved area, make sure to use an acrylic-based paint or paint that does not contain acetone or alcohol, as these chemicals will crack the acrylic. Water based paints also work very well. Since the mirrored backing serves as a masking, it is not necessary to mask the backside before engraving.

Acrylic is extremely flammable. Do not leave the laser system unattended when cutting or engraving.

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Contents Laser Platform Universal Laser Systems Inc All Rights Reserved Introduction Table of Contents Sample Materials Options & AccessoriesAppendices MaintenanceTroubleshooting Description of Appropriate Use General SafetySafety Laser SafetyAB C D Safety LabelsOr D UL-30 FCC Compliance Statement and Warnings FCC ComplianceEU Declaration of Conformity EU Compliance CEOperating Environment InstallationElectrical Requirements InstallationExhaust Requirements Gate Cart Assembly Installation Laser Cartridge Installation Installation Graphics Programs Laser Cooling RequirementsComputer Requirements Software SuggestionsFont Requirements Making the Connections Computer Controlling the Laser System Problem PreventionControl Panel DC Power SupplyHow it Works System Operation Laser Cartridge Laser CartridgeMotion System Control PanelSystem Operation System Operation Liquid Crystal Display LCD Process Controls System Operation Green Indicator LightRed Indicator Light Motion Control System Menu System System Operation Ready Menu Menu DescriptionsSystem Operation File Display Menu Memory Control Menu Main MenuSystem Operation Preferences Menu System Operation DOS Power Settings MenuAutofocus Menu System Operation Options MenuONE File Memory Menu Helpful HintSET Focus Position Menu Configuration MenuSystem Operation AIR Assist Menu Dual Head MenuSET Rotary Axis Menu Ports Menu Tickle MenuUnits Menu Language MenuMotor Status Display System Operation Diagnostics MenuAlignment Mode Menu Memory Test MenuAbout Menu Focusing the Laser Beam Focus Tool Method SET Focal Height Menu Material Thickness Z Position MethodCurrent Lens Menu To Use Autofocus System Operation Autofocus MethodTo Adjust Autofocus Loading and Positioning the Material Powering UpRunning the System Step by Step FocusingDownloading the File Setting the Drivers PropertiesCreating the Graphic Starting the Engraving Process Material Removing and Reloading Single Stamp Method 3D EffectsRubber Stamps Place Stamp in AN Unused Area Options & AccessoriesOptions & Accessories Settings for a 30 Watt System Options & Accessories Full Sheet Method Rotary Fixture Cutting Table Air Assist Compressor Air Assist SystemFocus Lens Kits Focal Length Spot Size Focal Range Sample Materials SafetySample Materials MaterialsSample Materials Light Raster Engraving Comments Acrylic Mirrored Comments Raster Engraving Brass Painted Corian / Avonite / Fountainhead Cork Male Female Glass / Crystal Leather Marble MAT Board Melamine Standard Engraving Melamine PHOTO/CLIPART Engraving Plastic Engravers Microsurfaced Perforated Vector Cutting Vector Cutting Kiss CUT Wood Laser Engraving or Cutting Wood can Ignite the Material Suggested Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies MaintenanceMaintenance Optics Cleaning System CleaningMaintenance #2 Mirror Maintenance #3 Mirror and Focus Lens Autofocus Sensor and Reflector if installed Maintenance Beam WindowElectronic Upgrading Adjustments and LubricationFuse Replacement Battery ReplacementCooling Fan Filters Maintenance ScheduleTroubleshooting Ihr ULS Vertragshändler Troubleshooting Ihr ULS Vertragshändler Troubleshooting Ihr ULS Vertragshändler Operational Ihr ULS Vertragshändler Appendix Appendix a Limited Warranty Facility Requirements Appendix B SpecificationsAppendix C Using DOS Based Programs Appendix D Using Macintosh Computers Appendix E Serial Port Cable Requirements Step Appendix F How To Get Help