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LabelExpress / DecalExpress

User Manual

v.9.0

Summary of Contents for LabelExpress

Page 1: ...LabelExpress DecalExpress User Manual v 9 0 ...

Page 2: ... with high productivity the LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS is clearly on the cutting edge of all laser systems GCC understands that a creative technical background is the key to successful growth in the ever changing information economy We have a strong team of R D experts who propel our company to new heights From product development to manufacturing our engineers are dedicated to innovation and quali...

Page 3: ... from LabelExpress DecalExpress to LABELLASER DECALLASER 5 0 Change the name from LABERLASER DECALLASER to LableExpress DecalExpress 6 0 Add DECAL ECO Version machine overview Revise 5 1 1 Roll media installation Add safety description in specification sheet 7 0 Update machine photos with new LabelExpress DecalExpress LOGO Add Machine Overview for Auto Feeder External I O Port Add 5 3 7 CCD Light ...

Page 4: ...chanical Overview 19 3 1 LABEL EXPRESS Overview 20 3 1 1 Front View 20 3 1 2 Top View 21 3 1 3 Right Profile View 21 3 1 4 Left Profile View 22 3 1 5 Rear View 23 3 2 DECAL EXPRESS Overview 24 3 2 1 Front View 24 3 2 2 Top View 25 3 2 3 Right Profile View 25 3 2 4 Left Profile View 26 3 2 5 Rear View 27 3 3 DECAL EXPRESS ECO Version Overview 28 3 3 1 Front View 28 3 3 2 Side View 28 Chapter 4 Setu...

Page 5: ... 5 2 5 Output 79 5 3 SmartCONTROLTM Software Label Function 80 5 3 1 Running the SmartCONTROLTM 80 5 3 2 SmartCONTROLTM Label Main Window 82 5 3 3 SmartCONTROLTM Label Function 83 5 3 4 Calibrating SmartCONTROLTM Label 87 5 3 5 Convert and Import File 90 5 3 6 Operating SmartCONTROLTM Label 97 5 3 7 CCD Light Adjustment 105 5 3 8 LabelExpress DecalExpress Sample Book Suggested Parameters107 Chapte...

Page 6: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual v 7 1 GCC LABEL EXPRESS Specification Sheet 117 7 2 GCC DECAL EXPRESS Specification Sheet 118 Date to Release 13 May 2021 ...

Page 7: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 1 Chapter 1 Safety Principles of Laser Safety Ratings Safety Labels The Safety Interlock System Safety Measures Operating Environment ...

Page 8: ...he key safety features found on the LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS is a Class 4 red beam safety guidance pointer similar to a laser pointer presentation pen allowing the operator to see the exact location where the laser beam will fire 1 3 The safety interlock System The laser system is equipped with a safety interlock system utilizing magnetic sensors on the front access doors laser activation and doo...

Page 9: ...nt must be attached to the outside of the machine In compliance with CDRH standards the required warning labels are affixed at the time of manufacture to the GCC LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS Series in the appropriate locations These labels are not to be modified in any way or removed for any reason Please familiarize yourself with the specific labels and their locations on the machine Below is a list...

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Page 11: ...arning Label shows all the necessary information to be aware of during operation Laser Path Warning Label The machines are very safe under normal functioning conditions However in case of any accident Laser Path Warning Label will be affixed on the possible laser path When operators are nearby these paths they should be careful of the possible injury while the machine is operating ...

Page 12: ...rning stickers mirror This label indicates the laser path Normally you can find this label inside of machine or laser exit Please take extra caution of this area when you conduct maintenance or operate machine Door open warning labels Protection Window Label This label indicates the protection wavelength You can find this label in the lower right corner of window Pinch Point Entanglement Hazard La...

Page 13: ...and can cause severe eye damage Proper use and regular maintenance of this machine is important to the safety of all people in the immediate area Prior to operation carefully read and familiarize yourself with the warning labels located on both your laser system and in this manual Never leave the machine unattended during the laser cutting engraving and marking process A remote connection to the l...

Page 14: ... worn Connect the machine to a properly grounded power outlet Ensure the voltage of the power source is identical to the voltage of the machine Do not open the laser access panel when the machine is plugged in Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the laser module Do not attempt to remove or modify any component of the machine s laser interlock safety system WARNING Resulting debris from laser p...

Page 15: ...o both skin and eyes Exposure to the Class 4 laser beam may cause ignition of combustible materials which can lead to a fire A proper and well maintained fire extinguisher should keep on hand next to the laser machine all the times A Class 4 laser system should be operated by trained individuals in areas dedicated to their use Failsafe interlocks should be used to prevent unexpected entry into the...

Page 16: ... and or unsafe working conditions The LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS Series should be placed and operated in a standard office type environment Avoid environments where the machine is exposed to high levels of dust temperature temperature exceeding 30 C or 85 F or humidity humidity exceeding 70 or where the ambient temperature is near the dew point Avoid small enclosed areas with poor ventilation Avoid...

Page 17: ...CCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 11 Make sure your smoke or fire detection system in the immediate area is functioning Setup the machine to be apart from the wall for at least 60 cm 2 feet ...

Page 18: ...LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS Series is shipped in one crate that contains the machine the software and all of the necessary accessories The following section shows detailed step by step instructions for unpacking and assembly of the machine WARNING More than one person may be needed when loading and unloading the shipping crate in order to avoid body injury or damage to the machine ...

Page 19: ...ELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS to be moved from the packing box to the working area Make sure to move the LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS to the working area from the front side of the machine The Front mark on the crate indicates the front side of the machine Step 1 Remove the 6 metal clips that secure the top panel to the crate by using a flathead screwdriver Step 2 Lift the top panel and remove it NOTE Pleas...

Page 20: ...L EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 14 Step 3 Use a flathead screwdriver to remove the brackets on the four corners of the crate Step 5 Pull the front panel and lower it to an angle of about 45 degrees and then pull it away ...

Page 21: ... EXPRESS User Manual 15 from the crate Do the same for the rear panel Remove the left and right panels in the same way after the front and rear panels have been removed Step 6 Unbuckle and remove the belts that holds the machine in place ...

Page 22: ...the brackets that holds the machine in place Step 8 Place the ramps as shown below and adjust the leg glide to the uppermost position with a spanner The machine can now be pushed off the base board via the ramps The ramps are in a box within the crate NOTE It requires minimum 2 people to move the machine ...

Page 23: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 17 Step 9 Fix the brake of caster 4 places and LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS is ready to use Caster with brake ...

Page 24: ... the following items are missing immediately contact your local GCC distributor Checklist Item Unit Installation CD set 1 GCC Promise Card Set 1 Lens cleaner 1 Lens cleaning paper 1 Cotton Bud 100 units package 1 CO2 Goggles LS CD2 LB 1 PS2 Grease 1 USB 2 0 Gilt A B Type Cable 1 8M 2 1 5 2 0 Focus Tool 1 Left Right clamps 1 Ventilation pipe set 1 Nozzle 1 Magnet 2 Inflatable stick set 1 AC Power C...

Page 25: ...S DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 19 Chapter 3 Mechanical Overview LABEL EXPRESS Overview DECAL EXPRESS Overview DECAL EXPRESS ECO Version Overview Please take some time to familiarize yourself with this section regarding the mechanical ...

Page 26: ... different parts of the LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS Series in later sections 3 1 LABEL EXPRESS Overview 3 1 1 Front View WARNING Always keep the lock on both side of the front door locked Visible and invisible laser radiation may be emitted from this aperture and hands may be injured by sharp objects or pinched by moving parts if the lock of front door is open Available in the model with Auto feedin...

Page 27: ...CAL EXPRESS User Manual 21 Tool Storage SmartCONTROLTM Label CCD Connection Port USB Port Available in the model with Auto feeding base Cover with Connection Port of Exhaust System Control Panel 3 1 2 Top View 3 1 3 Right Profile View ...

Page 28: ...RESS User Manual 22 Machine Charging Port Compressor Charging Port Power On Off Switch 3 1 4 Left Profile View Auto Feeder External I O Port Available to install external Auto Feeding Control Roller Charging Port Roller Feeding On Off Switch ...

Page 29: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 23 Air shaft back Ventilation Opening Waste Removal Module 3 1 5 Rear View Available in the model with Auto feeding base ...

Page 30: ... Emergency Stop Button 3 2 DECAL EXPRESS Overview 3 2 1 Front View WARNING Always keep the lock on both side of the front door locked Visible and invisible laser radiation may be emitted from this aperture and hands may be injured by sharp objects or pinched by moving parts if the lock of front door is open Available in the model with Auto feeding base ...

Page 31: ...CAL EXPRESS User Manual 25 Cover with Connection Port of Exhaust System Control Panel SmartCONTROLTM Decal CCD Connection Port USB Port Tool Storage 3 2 2 Top View 3 2 3 Right Profile View Available in the model with Auto feeding base ...

Page 32: ...RESS User Manual 26 3 2 4 Left Profile View Auto Feeder External I O Port Available to install external Auto Feeding Control Machine Charging Port Compressor Charging Port Power On Off Switch Roller Charging Port Roller Feeding On Off Switch ...

Page 33: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 27 Air shaft back Ventilation Opening Waste Removal Module 3 2 5 Rear View Available in the model with Auto feeding base ...

Page 34: ...p Button Control Panel Cover with Connection Port of Exhaust System Front Door Waste Drawer DL24 only See chapter 4 1 2 for details Media Basket DL24 ECO only Media Roller 3 3 DECAL EXPRESS ECO Version Overview 3 3 1 Front View 3 3 2 Side View Auto Feeder External I O board ...

Page 35: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 29 Chapter 4 Setup and Installation Machine Setup Software Setup ...

Page 36: ...Setup for LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS 4 1 1 Roll Media Installation Installation of airshaft and waste removal module Step 1 Insert the airshaft into the media core and expand it to firmly grab the media Step 2 Secure the airshaft with media on the front side of the machine ...

Page 37: ...ESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 31 Step 3 Do the same to assemble another airshaft and install it to the machine on the rear side Step 4 Put the media core to waste removal module and use the knob to secure the media core in place ...

Page 38: ... Manual 32 Installation of roll media Step 1 Pull up the lever to release the front pinch rollers Step 2 Pull up the lever on the back side of machine to release pinch rollers on the work area Step 3 Pull the media pass through the front pinch rollers ...

Page 39: ...d com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 33 Step 4 Pull the media beneath the front media shaft Step 5 Load the media to pass through the work area Tips Make sure the media edge aligns with the paper stoppers ...

Page 40: ...dia through the black panel Step 7 Pull the media out to go through between the second media shaft the tension bar as below picture The media has to go through this back panel The first media shaft The second media shaft The media has to go through between the second media shaft the tension bar The second media shaft The tension bar ...

Page 41: ...num panel of the waste separation shaft Step 9 Pull the media beneath the third media shaft and over the forth media shaft Step 10 Pull the media through the waste separation shaft The aluminum panel of the waste separation shaft The third media shaft The forth media shaft The waste separation shaft ...

Page 42: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 36 Step 11 Align the adjustable paper block with the media edge and fix it Step 12 Separate the media The adjustable paper block ...

Page 43: ... DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 37 Step 13 Adhere the media to the paper core on the waste removal module Tips Stick the waste paper core with paper to remove the waste easily Step 14 Pull the backing paper beneath the third media shaft ...

Page 44: ...pull over the backing paper over the forth media shaft Step 16 After alignment adhere the backing paper to the paper core Note Make sure the backing paper is pulled taut in order to keep the paper tension before adhering to paper core Here is the alignment line on the shift ...

Page 45: ...com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 39 Step 17 Align the adjustable paper block with the media edge and fix it Step 18 Put down the lever to lower the front pinch rollers and the pinch rollers on the platen ...

Page 46: ... media clamps left and right on the platen and slide the clamps to align with the edge of the media Make sure the protrusion on the media clamp is wedged in the groove on the platen Step 20 Turn on the roll system of LabelExpress and put down the lever to lower the front pinch rollers ...

Page 47: ...elect Auto feed on the control panel to feed the media and then attach the rear media clamps left and right to align with the edge of the media Step 22 Place the gravity bar onto the media to keep the paper tension while moving the media Step 23 Installation is complete ...

Page 48: ... is a recessed container attached onto the work platform which is used to collect unnecessary materials when performing cut through function Media Support Brackets hold the media and keep the media flat while moving back and forth The media support brackets are pre installed in the waste drawer as shown below Media Support Bracket Waste Drawer ...

Page 49: ...User Manual 43 Make sure media support brackets are secured in proper position and the DECAL EXPRESS is ready to work NOTE The media support bracket is fixed by the magnet underneath users can move the bracket to suitable position whenever needed ...

Page 50: ...quality surge protector and then connect the surge protector to a properly grounded outlet 2 Do the same for the computer system 3 Connect the female end of the power cord to the machine s power cable inlet located on the rear side of machine 4 1 4 Connecting the Computer 1 USB port and SmartCONTROLTM Label CCD connection port are located on right side of laser machine NOTE The LABELEXPRESS DECALE...

Page 51: ...le between computer and the laser machine 3 Connect another USB cable between computer and the SmartVISIONTM Label CCD connection port 4 Turn on the master power on the left side of the LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS 4 1 5 Installation for loading roll media for DECAL EXPRESS ECO version ...

Page 52: ...Prepare the cut media please note to roll media inside out as below picture 2 Take out the wheel which is included in your package 3 Install the wheel to the core 4 Then place the whole roll on the machine 5 Tight up the knob from the roll which is on the machine ...

Page 53: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 47 6 The installation of roll media is completed 4 1 6 Instruction of Damper Roller ...

Page 54: ...PRESS User Manual 48 Turn the wheel as instructed below to adjust damping The bigger the number is the stronger the damping The volume symbol sticker indicates the damping level Figure 2 3 6 2 3 7 4 2 Software Setup Figure 2 3 6 Figure 2 3 7 ...

Page 55: ... CPU Intel Pentium 1GHz or above DRAM 1GB RAM or above CDROM One CD ROM disk drive HDD 1 GB of free hard drive space SVGA Super VGA display 1204 x 768 min resolution Interface PC or Laptop Operating System Windows Win 7 Win 8 Win 10 4 2 2 SmartCONTROLTM Label Installation Please perform the following steps 1 Take out the installation disk and insert to the CD ROM drive of computer Wait few seconds...

Page 56: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 50 4 The installation would be finished in few seconds ...

Page 57: ...martCONTROL_LL folder on windows desktop open the folder and double click SmartCONTRL exe to run the program 4 2 3 SmartCONTROLTM Label Uninstallation 1 Open the SmartCONTROL_LL folder from windows desktop and double click SmartCONTROL_Uninstall exe 2 SmartCONTROLTM Label uninstallation window will pop up Click Next to continue ...

Page 58: ...XPRESS User Manual 52 3 The uninstallation would be finished in few seconds 4 Uninstall Driver Package window will pop up and ask you All devices using this driver will be removed Do you wish to continue Click Yes to complete uninstallation ...

Page 59: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 53 Chapter 5 Operating the LABELEXPRESS DECALEX PRESS Using the Hardware ...

Page 60: ...l Overview The Control Panel The control panel on the LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS Series provides an easy access to all the manual controls needed for cutting The liquid crystal display LCD functional directional and selection buttons make navigating through the machine s manual controls easy to do LED Indicator Light Function Buttons LCD Display Screen Directional and ...

Page 61: ...nate when the front door is open or improperly closed Laser The laser light will illuminate when the laser is active and in operation WARNING DO NOT attempt to remove or modify any component of the safety interlock system If at any time any of the access doors are open and the laser LED is illuminated unplug the laser system IMMEDIATELY and contact GCC technical support for service instructions DO...

Page 62: ...just the value of specific settings In general the directional buttons cycle through the various selections while the directional buttons adjust the value of that particular selection Enter Confirm the current selection Start Stop Allow you to start or stop cutting jobs once those jobs have been successfully loaded onto the system Delete Provide quick access to delete the current job Pause Pause t...

Page 63: ...rt 5 1 3 Graphic Control Panel Function Pages When the LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS is powered on the machine will perform a series of safety checks and initialization routines The LCD display screen will display the GCC copyright GCC logo and machine initialization pages before going to the main work page ...

Page 64: ...ll be the page that is displayed when you are processing your jobs This page contains specific job information such as the current job s name Speed Power PPI DPI processing remaining times and jobs loaded Main Work Page Relevant Buttons Function F1 Prev Scroll through previous jobs F2 Next Scroll through next jobs F4 Func Go to Functions Page Directional Go to Carriage Work Table Adjustment Page S...

Page 65: ...nd roll unroll the media in Y axis Carriage Work Table Adjustment Page Relevant Buttons Function F1 Back Back to previous page Directional Manually adjust the Y axis position of the lens carriage Directional Manually adjust the X axis position of the lens carriage Start Stop Start Stop the current job Main Work Page Carriage Adjustment Page Navigating to this page press or F3 ...

Page 66: ...hine settings including Set Red Beam Set Command Mode Set File Save Mode Set Standby Mode Set Vector Mode Set Scaling Set Auto Feed Set Save Position Other Reset Machine Information Page this page allows you to view information regarding the system such as the GCC logo machine name firmware version and other information Functions Page Relevant Buttons Function F1 Back Back to previous page F3 Help...

Page 67: ... Set Vector Mode Set Scaling Set Auto Feed Set Save Position Other and Reset Machine Setting Page Relevant Buttons Function F1 Back Back to previous page F3 Next Scroll to next page F4 Prev Scroll to previous page Directional Scroll through your loaded jobs Enter Perform the selection Start Stop Back to Main Work Page Main Work Page Functions Page Navigating to this page press F4 Machine Setting P...

Page 68: ...ate the exact area the engraving laser will fire upon Red Beam YES NO Set Red Beam Page Relevant Buttons Function F1 Back Back to previous page F4 Save Save your current settings Directional Cycle Red Beam between YES NO Start Stop Back to Main Work Page Navigating to this page Main Work Page Functions Page press F4 Machine Setting Page Select Machine Setting from the menu Set Red Beam Page Select...

Page 69: ...de is a less common output format generated from some RIP applications signage industry Regardless of which format you will be working with both output formats are supported Mode Default HPGL Vector Pen 1 16 Vector Speed 0 0 100 Vector PPI 0 0 100 Power Ramp YES NO Set Command Mode Page Relevant Buttons Function F1 Back Back to previous page F4 Save Save your current settings Directional Scroll th...

Page 70: ...immediately delete each job file from the LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS Series after the cutting process Setting File Save to YES will retain the job files on the LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS Series File Save YES NO File Save Mode Page Relevant Buttons Function F1 Back Back to previous page F4 Save Save your current settings Directional Cycle File Save between YES NO Start Stop Back to Main Work Page Nav...

Page 71: ...e it will enter in power saving automatically The default time is 4 minutes The Enter Standby function will turn the machine into power saving immediately after selected Standby Enable Disable Time 4 30 mins Default 4 mins Enter Standby YES NO Standby Mode Page Relevant Buttons Function F1 Back Back to previous page F4 Save Save your current settings Directional Cycle standby mode between YES NO S...

Page 72: ... the curve will move in more precision scale less smooth path and slower speed Acceleration Modes Quality Fine Coarse Speedy Slower speed higher quality Faster speed lower quality Smoothing YES NO default YES Tip Enable Smoothing will be most evident when processing small fine intricate designs which request to run in high speed We recommend you leave Smoothing to YES when cutting such designs Dis...

Page 73: ... output is requried to your application Scaling Page Relevant Buttons Function F1 Back Back to previous page F4 Save Save your current settings Directional Adjust the X axis scaling numbers Directional Adjust the Y axis scaling numbers Start Stop Back to Main Work Page Navigating to this page Main Work Page Functions Page press F4 Machine Setting Page Select Machine Setting from the menu Scaling P...

Page 74: ...roll media 35 cm each time Auto Feeder Yes No Standby Mode Page Relevant Buttons Function F1 Back Back to previous page F4 Save Save your current settings Directional Cycle standby mode between YES NO Start Stop Back to Main Work Page Navigating to this page Main Work Page Functions Page press F4 Machine Settings Page Select Machine Settings from the menu Auto Feed Page Select Auto Feed from the m...

Page 75: ...d away from the default start position top left of the work table Recall Position To recall the saved position simply go to Functions page and press F4 again to recall the saved position The lens carriage will be moved to the saved position and start subsequent jobs from this origin Main Work Page Functions Page Navigating to this page press F4 press F4 Navigating to this page Main Work Page Funct...

Page 76: ...pecify the delay in seconds of the SmartAIR air assist after the point of laser firing Language ENGLISH others dependent on Firmware Unit METRIC INCH EOF Alarm YES NO Air Delay 1 100 seconds Tip Depending on the material you are working with your laser settings and the desired results please experiment with the air delay to achieve your desired results Others Page Relevant Buttons Function F1 Back...

Page 77: ...re updates you must use the System Reset setting your previous settings are saved User Reset a confirmation will pop up press Enter to confirm and continue System Reset a confirmation will pop up press Enter to confirm and continue Reset Page Relevant Buttons Function F1 Back Back to previous page Directional Scroll through the menu selections Enter Perform the selection Start Stop Back to Main Wo...

Page 78: ...age that shut down SmartCONTROLTM first if you want to print files through other graphic software to laser machine Click OK to open SmartCONTROLTM software 5 2 2 Welcome Window This welcome window will allow you to quickly open historic files or begin a new job If you would like to disable this opening window next time you start SmartCONTROLTM please go to File Option System Welcome and cancel the...

Page 79: ...RESS User Manual 73 5 2 3 Main Window The Main Window of SmartCONTROLTM software is divided into several unique sections The Menu Bar the Tool Box the Work Area and the Property Table Tool Box Property Table Menu Bar Work area Object Browser ...

Page 80: ...Bar These bars provide visual references for the most commonly used tools More information regarding different tools would be present in the VIEW MENU section Work Area The Work Area is where graphics placed to create a file The area can be enlarged or decreased to equal the size of the materials that are to be engraved or cutting Property Table All objects created or imported on the Work Area hav...

Page 81: ...tify the object format create sequence name the object and select objects by clicking it in the OBJECT BROWSER Window The objects shown in the upper level means its output sequence 5 2 4 Processed Condition Setup Set the output parameters such as pen parameters page setting and output mode by selecting Processed Condition Setup under Output function NOTE After you have edited one of the parameters...

Page 82: ...sen color pen Remark 1 Speed The speed is calculated by percentage which means some percentage of the max speed of the indicated laser label cutter 2 Power The power is calculated by percentage which means some percentage of the max laser power that the indicated laser label cutter has 3 PPI PPI pulses per inch represents the number of times the laser pulses fires per linear inch exclusive for vec...

Page 83: ...rforation If Pen 2 is selected Pen 10 will be reserved and so on 5 Air This checkbox controls the SmartAIR air assist function By selecting a pen color and checking this box will enable the SmartAIR air assist function for that particular pen color As an example if you are performing label cutting you may want to enable the SmartAIR air assist to avoid the edges of prints turning yellow To do this...

Page 84: ...ptions page Please note that selecting the Black White mode will add a new Raster page to the menu The Black White mode dithering settings can be changed from the Raster page Please refer to the Raster section below for details Experiment with different dithering settings to attain the desired results Manual color fill Select this mode when you would like to designate specific power and speed sett...

Page 85: ...5 3 5 2 5 Output The output box would show all the output setting and you can press Execute to start cutting or press Exit to close output and return to editing or output setting 1 Output Select Objects Only Checking this will instruct the laser machine to prints the objects that you have selected 2 Keep Mark Match Position Checking this will instruct the SmartCONTROLTM Label used last time mark p...

Page 86: ...are Label Function 5 3 1 Running the SmartCONTROLTM 1 Launch SmartCONTROLTM software program and click New File or Open File to open history file 2 Go to Vision in the Menu Bar and select SmartCONTROL Label 3 Make sure connection status indicator shows green for both USB and CCD Status ...

Page 87: ...e connection status indicator shows red please reconnect the two USB cables and make sure USB Status green light is on and the CCD Status green light is blinking Incorrect connection may cause the SmartVISIONTM Label fail to work Successful Connection Incorrect Connection ...

Page 88: ...al time Laser ROI Frame It allows user to choose the registration marks for learning all the objects in the frame will be defined as mark Connection Status Indicator Allow user to check connection status between the SmartCONTROLTM Label software and SmartVISIONTM Pro CCD Learned Mark Window Shows the graphic which has been memorized Arrow Keys for CCD module Learned Mark Window SmartCONTROLTM Labe...

Page 89: ...martCONTROLTM Label Function The SmartCONTROLTM Label function is divided into two unique sections the Calibration and the Operation Calibration Tab Calibration Tab allows user to accurately calibrate the position of CCD module and laser beam and the print shift CCD Calibration Laser Offset Define the offset of X axis and Y axis variation comparing with the contour of printed graphics and the actu...

Page 90: ...fine the laser power applying for performing label cutting Define the offset of X axis and Y axis variation comparing with the original learned mark when SmartCONTROLTM Label is reading or searching marks NOTE If the actual cutting contour line is on the left of printed graphics by 5 mm and 3 mm below the printed graphics enter 5 in X and 3 in Y in Laser Offset section for laser offset calibration...

Page 91: ...htwards input positive value and input negative value if moving leftwards Operation Tab Operation allows users to learn save and load the marks and define the number of jobs to be performed each run NOTE The default origin of CCD module is at 0 on the alignment rule for CCD module If moving the CCD module to the right by 20 mm you should input 20 in the CCD Adjust Distance to calibrate the new ori...

Page 92: ... start learning and the 2nd mark learning will be succeeded automatically after 1st mark learning is complete Mark Diameter Length Set the registration mark dimension or length and the laser ROI frame will be automatically adjusted to the suitable size for the best result The default setting of the ROI frame is 3 1mm Precision Define the mark reading mode Fine mode provides highest output quality ...

Page 93: ...y The position where the cartridge is will be the start point for cutting and marks learning will not be performed 5 3 4 Calibrating SmartCONTROLTM Label Calibration function is to calibrate the shift and angle variation caused by printing or media loading Perform the calibration to ensure the cutting accuracy 1 Load the printed roll media onto LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS 2 Launch SmartCONTROLTM and...

Page 94: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 88 4 Click the Start button in Calibration tab 5 The laser machine will engrave a calibration mark ...

Page 95: ...e CCD to the position where the screen shows the engraved calibration mark and make sure the frame crosshair is aimed at the center of the mark Users can use the Arrows Key to fine tune the position of ROI frame 7 Click Calibration button to complete the CCD calibration ...

Page 96: ... please make sure Color Management is disabled and the Page Size fits to SmartVISIONTM Pro CCD under graphic software CorelDRAW Example Color Management The following is an example of how to properly disable Color Management in the graphics software CorelDRAW is the designated graphics software used for this example For other graphics software you will need to access the corresponding Color Manage...

Page 97: ...oftware used for this example For other graphics software you will need to access the corresponding Page Setup page 1 From the primary menu click Layout Page Setup 2 From the navigation bar on the left click Document Page Size 3 Ensure that LANDSCAPE is selected 4 Input the size of Width and Height dimensions to match the LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS work area dimensions LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS wit...

Page 98: ...raw as illustration of how to convert a file 1 Select all the designed objects and set the outline to hairline from tool bar in the graphics software 2 Click File Print from the primary menu in graphics software and the Print window will appear Set page size to fit SmartVISIONTM Pro CCD working area from graphics software ...

Page 99: ... com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 93 3 Select SmartControl Label to output If you do not find SmartControl Label from the printer list please check if SmartControl is properly installed in your computer ...

Page 100: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 94 4 Click Color tab to make sure the Output colors as set as RGB and then click OK to continue 5 Click OK and Print To File window will appear ...

Page 101: ...save folder define file name and select file type as prn then click Save to convert 7 Close the graphics software here is Corel Draw and open the SmartCONTROLTM Software 8 Click File Import 9 Select the converted file and click Open to import the saved file to SmartCONTROLTM ...

Page 102: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 96 10 File import is completed ...

Page 103: ...suggested to use square as registration mark to ensure high precise cutting NOTE The recommended value for registration mark size is 3 mm SmartCONTROLTM will automatically define the mark 2 Make sure all the registration marks are the same type and filled before converting the graphic file to prn format ...

Page 104: ...rm roll media cutting 1 Load the printed roll media on the work area 2 Open the file or import prn file illustrated in Chapter 5 3 5 3 Select the square on the upper left side of the graphic and select Mark1 Definition under Vision menu to define it as the first mark ...

Page 105: ...ic and select Mark2 Definition under Vision menu to define it as the second mark 5 Click Vision on the menu bar and select SmartCONTROL Label to launch the Label operation window NOTE If you want to redefine the mark1 and mark2 select Clear Mark Def under Vision menu and repeat the above steps to redefine the marks ...

Page 106: ...Input registration mark Diameter Length value in the Mark Diameter Length field 7 Move the media forward backward to allow SmartVISIONTM Pro CCD module to read the first mark and show the mark on the software screen 8 Use the mouse to move the laser ROI frame until the crosshair of the frame aims at the center of registration mark ...

Page 107: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 101 Users can use the Arrows Key to fine tune the position of ROI frame ...

Page 108: ...d successively 10 Define the number of rows will be cut each job and the times the laser system to output the same job NOTE Auto feed function automatically feed the roll media 35 cm each time If the totaled length in one cutting process exceeds 35 cm a warning window will pop up to notify you that cutting length is over the allowed range and need to adjust the value Mark Learned Window ...

Page 109: ... EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 103 11 Click Output on menu bar and click Processed Condition Setup 12 Select machine from Machine Mode and set the processing parameter in Pen Parameter tab 13 Select the objects to be cut ...

Page 110: ...t on menu bar and click Output 15 Check Output Selected Objects Only and the Execute button to start CCD reading and laser processing NOTE If there is any emergency when SmartCONTROLTM Label is processing press STOP SmartCONTROL Label button to stop the CCD action immediately ...

Page 111: ... EXPRESS User Manual 105 16 SmartVISIONTM Pro CCD will automatically search for the registration marks and perform laser cutting jobs 5 3 7 CCD Light Adjustment 1 Go to Vision and click SmartCONTROL Label Decal 2 Choose Operation Function ...

Page 112: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 106 3 There is a CCD Light which you can adjust the lightness from 0 to100 0 CCD Light off 100 CCD Light on ...

Page 113: ...Sample Book Suggested Parameters GCC LabelExpress DecalExpress delicate sample book is now available for purchasing Follow the below steps you will find GCC suggested parameters for those materials shown in the sample book 1 Go to Help and click About SmartCONTROL 2 Click Sample Book Parameters ...

Page 114: ...LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 108 3 Then you will see GCC suggested parameters for LabelExpress DecalExpress 30W shown in the list NOTE Parameters are subject to change on laser wattage and material dependent ...

Page 115: ... EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 109 Chapter 6 Basic Maintenance Suggested Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies Maintaining the Work Table and Motion System Cleaning the Work Area and Motion System Lubrication of the X Rails ...

Page 116: ...ediate work environment the frequency of use the quality of the exhaust system etc WARNING Electrical shock may occur if you do not turn off and unplug the Spirit Series before cleaning Damage may occur to the system if you do not turn off and unplug the Spirit Series before cleaning Always turn off and unplug the Spirit Series before cleaning 6 1 Suggested Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies Cleani...

Page 117: ...ing area and the motion system on a frequent basis through the following steps 1 Turn the power off and unplug the LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS before cleaning 2 Use a vacuum cleaner with a flexible nozzle to remove dust and debris from the work area and motion system 3 Apply small amounts of all purpose cleaner alcohol or acetone to a paper or cotton towel to clean the working area 4 Apply a soap so...

Page 118: ... drum surface Rotate the drum manually while cleaning 6 2 3 Cleaning the Pinch Rollers 1 If the pinch rollers require a thorough cleaning use a lint free cloth or cotton swab to wipe away the accumulated dust from the rubber portion of the pinch rollers To prevent the pinch rollers from rotating while cleaning use your finger to hold the pinch rollers to prevent them from rotation 2 To remove the ...

Page 119: ... better output quality 6 3 Cleaning the Optics System 6 3 1 Removing the Mirrors We recommend that you check the mirrors once or twice a week to see if they require cleaning Note Mirrors should be removed for cleaning one at a time to avoid beam misalignment after placing them back to the lens holders Refer to section 6 3 2 on how to clean the mirrors Dust and icky residues generated during cuttin...

Page 120: ... pressure or any other cleaning solutions to the mirror surface 2 Drape a new sheet of lens tissue over the mirror 3 Apply a few drops of lens cleaner on the tissue covered mirror apply enough so that the tissue absorbs just enough solution to cover the mirror surface 4 Pull the tissue across the mirror in only one direction 5 Repeat the cleaning processes if the mirror is not completely clean aft...

Page 121: ... and remove the lens carriage panel to reveal the focal lens 5 Carefully pull out the focal lens 6 Clean the focal lens with a cotton swab and lens cleaner solution Be sure to clean both sides of the focal lens DO NOT apply any finger pressure or other cleaning solutions to the lens surface 7 After cleaning use a cotton swab to gently dry the focal lens and lens cover ...

Page 122: ...www GCCworld com LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 116 Chapter 7 Appendix GCC LABELEXPRESS DECALEXPRESS Specification Sheet ...

Page 123: ...s for straight line cutting Speed Control Adjustable from 0 1 100 Up to 16 color linked speed settings per job Power Control Adjustable from 0 100 Up to 16 color linked speed settings per job Alignment System CCD Module Distance Accuracy 0 254 mm or 0 1 of move whichever is greater Computer interface Standard USB port Operating systems MS Windows Display Panel 4 line LCD panel Paper Feeding 1 Auto...

Page 124: ...pressor Optional Air Compressor required Air Capacity 64 81L min Optional item Slitting device Paper loading cart External I O board 7 2 GCC DECAL EXPRESS Specification Sheet Model DECAL EXPRESS Model Number DE24 20V DE24 30V DE24 20V ECO DE24 30V ECO DE24 25Vi102 DE24 25Vi102 ECO Cutting Width 610 mm 24 Work Area Sheet W x L 610 x 330 mm 24 x 13 Max Roll Material Width 85 mm to 610 mm 3 4 to 24 R...

Page 125: ...acuum System Down vacuum for media fixation Top vacuum for media surface cleaning Process materials Paper Nonwoven PET PP BOPP etc Safety Class IV Laser Product Compliant with EN60825 1 2014 Class IV Laser Product Compliant with CDRH Dimensions W x L x H Machine 1 135 x 1 441 x 1 180 mm 44 6 x 56 7 x 46 5 in 1 135 x 700 x 1 305 mm 44 7 x 27 6 x 51 4 in Shipping 1 385 x 1 741 x 1 430 mm 54 5 x 68 5...

Page 126: ...om LABEL EXPRESS DECAL EXPRESS User Manual 120 1 Available in the model with Auto feeding base Please visit GCC club for the latest user manual download GCC reserve the right to modify the user manual without notice ...

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