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SECTION 5
System Operation
In this section you will learn how the laser system actually works and familiarize you with laser
system terminology. You will then start working with the control panel and learn how to get
around in the menu system. Since there are many features in this laser system, the menu
system may seem complicated at first, but once you start using it, you will find out that it is a
very simple system to operate.
How it Works
There are five (5) basic components that make up the laser system, the control panel, the
motherboard, the DC power supply, the laser tube assembly, and the motion system.
DC Power Supply
The DC power supply converts the incoming AC electricity to 48 volts DC. This is used to
power both the laser tube assembly and the motherboard.
Motherboard
The motherboard is the “brains” of the system and controls everything. Located on the
motherboard are standard computer memory SIMMS. This is where incoming files, from the
computer, are stored while the power is on. The motherboard gets input from the computer
and the control panel. It outputs precisely timed signals to fire the laser beam and to move the
motion system simultaneously.
Control Panel
This is where the operator controls the laser system. It is composed of tactile feel push buttons
and an LCD display. From this panel, the operator can position the motion system, move
around through the menu system in the LCD display, and run the laser system.
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