Universal Laser Systems X2-600 - Manual (Page 15)

2-2 Installation
• If planning to connect the laser engraving system to a computer through the parallel port, choose a
location where the computer will be placed within 6 feet of the machine since this is the maximum
recommended parallel cable length. Included with your system is a high quality, IEEE1284 compliant,
6-foot parallel printer cable.
PLEASE USE THIS CABLE ONLY. DO NOT SUBSTITUTE IT WITH A
LONGER OR LOWER QUALITY CABLE OTHERWISE FILE TRANSMISSION ERRORS MAY
OCCUR.
•
If connecting an additional laser system or other printer to the same computer, we recommend the
installation of an additional parallel port into the computer.
DO NOT use a manual A/B type switch
box. This creates electrical noise, which can cause an engraving problem or can damage the laser
system and/or the computer’s electronics.
• It is possible to connect your computer to the laser system via the computer’s USB port. However, to
do this, a special USB to Parallel Port adapter cable
MUST be purchased. We recommend only
“Belkin” brand converter cables. This cable can be purchased through your local computer store or
purchased via the Internet through Belkin’s web site,
www.belkin.com . Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions on how to install the cable.
Electrical Requirements
Please refer to the “INPUT POWER” sticker near the system’s ON/OFF switch and power inlet for your
system’s electrical requirements. Make sure that your electrical outlet is capable of providing the proper
voltage, frequency and amperage that your laser system needs.
Noisy or unstable electricity as well as voltage
spikes can cause interference and possible
damage to the electronics of the laser system.
Connect the laser system to a dedicated
electrical line if this is a problem in your
building.
An IT type of electrical supply is acceptable if a
standard power source is unavailable. An IT
power system is a power distribution system
having no direct connection to earth, the
exposed conductive parts of the electrical
installation being earthed.
Never remove the ground
lead to the electrical cord and plug the system into a non-grounded outlet. This is
very dangerous and can lead to a severe, if not fatal, electrical shock. Always plug the
system into a 3 prong grounded outlet.
PE
L1
L2
L3
N
Power system
earth
Impedance
Exposed conductive parts
Example of IT power system