¶ 1. Preparation
¶ 1.1 Items to Prepare
- Aliencell X1 and its Power cable
- Air pump and accessories (We recommend using the official Aliencell air pump, which helps effectively protect the Laser Module lens.)
- Processing materials, e.g., 3mm basswood
¶ 1.2 Pre-Job Checklist
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a. Ensure the end of the Smoke exhaust pipeisplaced near a vent or an air purifier (if available). |
b. Make sure the work environment is clean and free of clutter, including no heavy objects placed on the machine casing. |
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c. Check that the U-key is properly inserted into the corresponding port. |
d. Ensure the Emergency stop button is in the released position. |
¶ 1.3 Powering On the Machine
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a. Turn on the air pump and set it to Auto mode. |
b. Switch on the Aliencell X1 power button. |
- To verify the air pump is working properly, switch it to level 1, 2, or 3, then place a piece of paper under the Laser Module. If you feel airflow, the pump is working correctly.
- Note: Before starting a job, always switch the air pump back to Auto mode.
¶ 1.4 Placing the Material
- Place the material at the center of the work area and close the machine cover.
For lightweight or thin materials, use the Material clamps to hold them in place.
¶ 2. Quick Start with Internal Storage Files
¶ 2.1 Selecting a File
- On the touch screen, select the
icon in the left-hand menu. - Tap Internal storage, and choose a file from the device’s internal memory. Each Aliencell X1 comes preloaded with a sample file ready to use.
- The design parameters for the file will pop up. Tap Confirm to proceed to the job settings page.
¶ 2.2 Positioning the Job
Before starting, you can manually set the Laser Module’s starting point to ensure the design is aligned correctly on the material.
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Method 1: Canvas Drag Positioning
- In the left-hand grid area (canvas), tap and drag the design with your finger.
- As you move the design, the Laser Module will follow the red crosshair cursor in real time.
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Method 2: Jog Control Panel
- Use the arrow buttons on the right-hand side of the touch screen to move the Laser Module.
- Each tap moves the laser head by the defined step size (default: 1mm).
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Method 3: Manually Move the Laser Module
- Gently push the Laser Module by hand so that the red crosshair lands on a reference point along the edge of the target work area.
- Gently push the Laser Module by hand so that the red crosshair lands on a reference point along the edge of the target work area.
¶ 2.3 Framing
- Tap Framing. The Laser Module will trace the outline of the file over the material to help confirm that the design fits within the selected material size.
If the framing crosshair falls outside the material, reposition the job or use a larger piece of material to avoid failure.
¶ 2.4 Parameter Settings
- Tap Parameters Edit to adjust job parameters.
If no adjustments are needed, you may skip this step.
¶ 2.5 Running the Job
¶ 2.5.1 Start the Job
Always close the machine cover before starting!
- Tap Start to begin. The machine will first run automatic focusing, and once focus is achieved, the job will start.
¶ 2.5.2 During the Job
- To pause the job, tap the
button. - To resume, tap the
button. - To cancel or stop the job midway, tap the
button.
¶ 2.5.3 Job Completion
- After the job finishes, clean the workspace and switch off both the Aliencell X1 and the air pump.