Carbide 3D Shapeoko HDM, Getting Started Manual

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Welcome and Congratulations
The Shapeoko HDM is a high-end, professional-graded CNC, the result of two years of prototyping and testing.
It cuts wood and non-ferrous metals (aluminum and brass) with ease and accuracy and will run all day long
without breaking a sweat. The machine comes fully-assembled, with the wiring already installed in the drag
chains and plugged into the Warthog controller. The Shapeoko HDM features:
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80mm water-cooled spindle (110 V or 220 V) with VFD control and chiller.
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Carbide 3D Warthog electronics.
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Hybrid Table with T-slot workholding.
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HG-15 linear bearings on every axis.
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Heavy-duty custom extrusions.
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16mm ballscrews on every axis with custom ballscrew wipers on X and Y-axis.
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Optical isolation and RS-422 serial connection for reduced electrical noise and static discharge.
In th is guide we’ ll walk you through everything you need to know to get started using your Shapeoko HDM. If you
encounter any issues setting up your machine, contact our tech support team at support@carbide3d.com and
we’ll get you up and running.
Do Not Connect to Ethernet-Enabled Devices
While an RS-422 Ethernet cable is used to connect the electronics cabinet to the computer adapter, the
Shapeoko HDM is NOT an Ethernet device. Do not use the RS-422 Ethernet cable to connect the electronics
cabinet or computer adapter to any Ethernet-enabled device, such as a modem or internet router.
Software Requirements
Carbide Motion version 5 or higher required for the Warthog controller.
Warranty
The Shapeoko HDM is covered by our standard Shapeoko warranty. Visit carbide3d.com/policy/warranty for
details.
Important Call-Outs
Throughout the guide, you will find information that we’ve called out for you to pay particular attention to. We
use three types of call-outs: Warnings, Notes, and Pro Tips.
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announcements, software issues (Carbide Create, Carbide Motion, MeshCAM, Carbide Copper, Fusion 360),
problems with tutorials, community contests, project galleries, and more.