VERSIA 2-Axis Scan HeadUser Manual

Read carefully before using.
Retain for future reference.

Manufacturer
Novanta Corporation
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Bedford, MA 01730, USA
Email: Photonics@Novanta.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1

2

3

4

How to use this user manual6

1.1

Symbols and signal words ................................................................................................................ 6

1.2

Notation conventions ......................................................................................................................... 7

1.3

Storage and replacement .................................................................................................................. 8

1.4

Specifics and structure ....................................................................................................................... 8

1.5

Target audience and qualification ................................................................................................. 9

General safety instruction

10

2.1

Disambiguation of term ‘laser unit’ ............................................................................................ 10

2.2

Intended use ....................................................................................................................................... 10

2.3

Reasonably foreseeable misuse ................................................................................................... 11

2.4

Hazards.................................................................................................................................................. 11
2.4.1

Thermal hazards ............................................................................................................... 122.4.2

Noise hazards.................................................................................................................... 12

2.4.3

Radiation hazards ............................................................................................................ 13

2.4.4

Material / substance hazards ...................................................................................... 14

2.4.5

Ergonomic hazards ......................................................................................................... 14

2.4.6

Electric hazards ................................................................................................................. 15

2.5

Modifications and spare parts ...................................................................................................... 15

2.6Fire extinguisher recommendation............................................................................................. 15

Overview

17

3.1

Labels ..................................................................................................................................................... 18

3.2Interfaces .............................................................................................................................................. 19

3.3

Controls and indicators ................................................................................................................... 20

Prepare for use
4.1

21

Transport and storage ..................................................................................................................... 21

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4.2

Unpacking ............................................................................................................................................ 22

4.3

Installation............................................................................................................................................ 23

4.4

5

6

7

8

4.3.1

Incorporating the VERSIA scan head into the laser unit ................................... 23

4.3.2

Connecting the cooling ................................................................................................. 27

4.3.3

Connecting the power supply, control, and feedback signals........................ 28

4.3.4

Installing the software ................................................................................................... 32

Commissioning................................................................................................................................... 33
4.4.1

Switching on for the first time .................................................................................... 33

4.4.2

Calibrating the scan field .............................................................................................. 35

Operating37

5.1

Protection and emergency measures ........................................................................................ 37

5.2

Operational procedures .................................................................................................................. 37

5.3

Observable signals ............................................................................................................................ 38

5.4

Orientation of the coordinate system ....................................................................................... 38

5.5

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................ 39

Cleaning, maintaining, and repair

40

6.1

Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................ 40

6.2

Maintaining.......................................................................................................................................... 40

6.3

Repair ..................................................................................................................................................... 41

Decommissioning, returning, and disposal

42

7.1

Decommissioning.............................................................................................................................. 42

7.2

Returning .............................................................................................................................................. 44

7.3

Disposal ................................................................................................................................................. 45

Appendix47

8.1

Spare parts ........................................................................................................................................... 47

8.2

Further reading................................................................................................................................... 47

8.3

Declaration of incorporation ......................................................................................................... 47

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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: Position of labels (“top I/O”-variant shown; same position on “side I/O”-variant) .... 18

Figure 2: Position of the interfaces (left: “top I/O”-variant; right: “side I/O”-variant) .................. 19
Figure 3: Dimensions of “top I/O”- and “side I/O”-variant in millimeters ........................................ 26

Figure 4: Orientation of the coordinate system with regards to the scan head orientation. The
positive and negative direction of each axis max vary depending on the chosen controller
settings....................................................................................................................................................................... 38

LIST OF TABLES
Table 1: Environmental ........................................................................................................................................ 23
Table 2: Physical...................................................................................................................................................... 23
Table 3: Dimensions you need to design the lens spacer besides the dimensions of your FTheta lens .................................................................................................................................................................. 24
Table 4: Cooling ...................................................................................................................................................... 27
Table 5: Pin assignment of the power, control, and feedback signal connector ........................... 30
Table 6: XY2-100 signals...................................................................................................................................... 31
Table 7: NVL-100 signals ..................................................................................................................................... 32
Table 8: Recommended delay settings for initial use .............................................................................. 35
Table 9: Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................... 39
Table 10: Maintenance plan ............................................................................................................................... 41

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1 HOW TO USE THIS USER MANUAL
1.1 SYMBOLS AND SIGNAL WORDS
Please be sure that you understand the meanings of the symbols and signal words described
below before you move on.

DANGER… indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death orserious injury.1

WARNING… indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death orserious injury.2

1

Serious injury includes blindness, wounds, burns (low and high temperature), electric shock, fractures,and poisoning, etc. which have long-lasting consequences or require hospitalization and/or long-term
treatment.
2
See previous footnote.

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1.2 Notation conventions

CAUTION… indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor ormoderate injury.3

NOTICE… indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in property
damage and other problems, but not personal injury.

IMPORTANT… indicates an important information.

TIP… indicates a practice that facilitates work.
Procedure… indicates a call to action. After this signal word you must execute one or more steps. We
made an exception for warnings where we omitted this signal word, as avoidance procedures
are mandatory there.

1.2 NOTATION CONVENTIONSThis user manual uses the following notation conventions.

3

Minor or moderate injury includes wounds, burns, electric shock, etc. not requiring hospitalization
and/or long-term treatment.

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Notation

Meaning

Underlined

click-able cross reference or hyperlink[⟨Number⟩]cross reference to a list of further reading on page 47

Boldelement in the graphical user interface that the user shall click

Italicname of element in the graphical user interface or emphasized text

Typewriter

text that the user must type in, filename, or path

1.3 STORAGE AND REPLACEMENT•

Keep this user manual with the VERSIA scan head to access it at any time during its
lifetime.

•

You can access a copy of this manual on our website:
https://novantaphotonics.com/product/versia-2-axis-scan-head/.

•This user manual is part of the product. If ownership changes, then this user manualmust accompany the VERSIA scan head.

1.4 SPECIFICS AND STRUCTURE
Novanta reserves the right to make changes to the VERSIA scan head covered in this user
manual to improve its performance, reliability, or manufacturability. Contents of this user
manual are subject to change without notice.
Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained inthis user manual, Novanta assumes no responsibility for inadvertent errors.
•

Be mindful of the environment, do not print this manual unless necessary.

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1.5 Target audience and qualification

1.5 TARGET AUDIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONIMPORTANT
Only target audience, who are listed in the beginning of each instructing section in thefollowing chapters, may perform the activities described there.

The people who perform these activities need to be of age.
The qualification of the target audience is defined below.
Laypersons
without special qualification, who e.g., transport and store the boxed VERSIA scan
head.
Operators
who are trained by the company that is operating the laser unit that contains the
VERSIA scan head, in the use of that laser unit and who confirmed the training by
signature.
Experts
in electrical engineering or mechatronics with successful training in handling highly
sensitive electronic and optical equipment. Experts must be trained by the company
that is operating the laser unit that contains the VERSIA scan head in the use of thatlaser unit.

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2 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION
This chapter lists important precautions which users of the VERSIA scan head (and anyoneelse) must observe to avoid injury and damage to property, and to ensure safe and correct
use of the VERSIA scan head.

2.1 DISAMBIGUATION OF TERM ‘LASER UNIT’
A laser unit is a machine that incorporates a laser device (that is the actual laser), the VERSIA
scan head and other components.

2.2 INTENDED USE
VERSIA scan head is delivered as an OEM component for integration into a laser unit thatuses a class 4 laser and that will be operated in a dry and clean indoor environment without
electrically conductive contamination.
•

Before installing and operating the VERSIA scan head, carefully read this user manualfor your protection.

•

Retain this user manual for future reference.

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2.3 Reasonably foreseeable misuse

IMPORTANT
Novanta has no influence over the employed laser device or the overall laser unit.
•

Customers assume full responsibility for implementing and maintaining a laser-safe
working environment.

•

Original equipment manufacturer (OEM) customers assume full responsibility for
CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) certification and compliancewith the standards and guidelines required for the CE (European Conformity) label.

•

Please contact Novanta for further information about the VERSIA scan head andapplicable guidelines.

2.3 REASONABLY FORESEEABLE MISUSE
It is considered a misuse if you use VERSIA scan head without incorporating it into a laser
unit that complies with the standards and guidelines required for the CE (European
Conformity) label.

2.4 HAZARDSIMPORTANT•

Follow the control measures and safety guidelines provided by the laser’s
manufacturer, and those established by your Laser Safety Officer (LSO), Radiation
Safety Officer (RSO), or safety department of your business or institution.

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2.4.1 THERMAL HAZARDSWARNING
Explosive and flammable materials under the scan head can cause burns.
•

Consult the respective material safety data sheets and provide appropriate
protective measures.

CAUTION
Hot laser-processed materials can cause burns.
•

If you are the system integrator, then place a sign at the laser processing area thatwarns about hot surfaces.

•

If you are the operator and must handle laser-processed materials by hand, thenwear personal protective equipment (heat resistant gloves).

2.4.2 NOISE HAZARDSCAUTION
Noise from the coolant chiller can cause stress, discomfort, and consequential failure in
the manufacturing process.
•Consult the coolant chiller user manual and …
o

If you are the system integrator, then provide appropriate sound insulation.

o

If you are the operator, then wear personal protective equipment (earprotection).

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2.4.3 RADIATION HAZARDSWARNING
Laser radiation can cause burns and damage to eyes and skin.
•

Consult the laser user manual and …
o

If you are the system integrator, then provide appropriate protective
measures.

o

If you are the operator, then wear personal protective equipment (laser
safety goggles according to the parameters of the laser in use).

WARNING
If you use an ultra-short-pulsed laser and if the irradiance limit is exceeded, then X-rays
are emitted from the processing point. This can cause burns and damage to eyes and skin.
It also can have effects on the reproductive capability and cause cancer.
•

Consult the laser user manual and provide sufficient shielding.

WARNING
If you use an ultra-short-pulsed laser, then under certain circumstances UV radiation isemitted from the processing point. This can cause burns and damage to eyes and skin. It
also can cause cancer.
•

Consult the laser user manual and provide sufficient shielding.

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2.4.4 MATERIAL / SUBSTANCE HAZARDSWARNING
Laser generated air contaminants (dust, fume, vapor) can cause cancer, poisoning,breathing difficulties, suffocation, sensitization, and can influence the reproductive
capability. They also can pose a risk of explosion and a fire risk.
•

Consult the respective material safety data sheet and provide an appropriate dust,
fume, and vapor extraction.

CAUTION
Coolant and coolant additives can cause cancer, poisoning, and sensitization.
•

Consult the respective material safety data sheet and …
o

If you are the system integrator, then provide appropriate protective
measures.

o

If you are the operator, then wear personal protective equipment (safety
goggles, waterproof assembly gloves).

2.4.5 ERGONOMIC HAZARDSCAUTION
Unergonomic work environment can cause discomfort, fatigue, musculoskeletal
disorder, and stress.
•

If you are the system integrator, then provide an ergonomic work environment.

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2.4.6 ELECTRIC HAZARDSNOTICE
Electrostatic discharge can damage the VERSIA scan head.
•Transport the VERSIA scan head only in anti-static packaging and packaging
equivalent to that received with the shipment.

•

Keep the VERSIA scan head sealed in anti-static packaging until within an ESDcontrolled environment.

A proper static control station should include:◻ A soft grounded conductive tabletop or grounded conductive mat on the tabletop◻ A grounded wrist strap with the appropriate (1 MΩ) series resistor connected to thetabletop mat and ground◻ An adequate earth ground connection, such as an uncoated water pipe or AC ground◻ Conductive bags, trays, totes, racks, or other storage◻ Properly grounded power tools◻ Personnel handling ESD items must wear ESD protective garments and ground straps

2.5 MODIFICATIONS AND SPARE PARTS
Modifications to VERSIA scan head are not permitted and no parts are available forreplacement.

2.6 FIRE EXTINGUISHER RECOMMENDATION
Procedure•

Use a carbon dioxide (CO2) fire extinguisher.

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2.6 Fire extinguisher recommendation•

Ensure the fire extinguisher used is compatible with the entire laser unit.

•

Prior to installing the VERSIA scan head, ensure the fire extinguisher is available andobserve its instructions for use including its hazard notes.

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3 OVERVIEWVERSIA, 2-axis hybrid scan head, features a compact, industrial design that is ideal for
versatile applications such as micromachining and marking and coding. Designed for simple
system integration due to its compact size and standard industrial interfaces, VERSIA offers
both XY2-100 protocol as well as Novanta’s bi-directional communication NVL-100 whichallows users to monitor position feedback among other monitoring tools. This is due to thedigital servo design which enables to carry multiple tunes on the scan head where each tuneis optimized for specific applications.
In addition, VERSIA features a threaded input aperture allowing flexible integration options
and customizability. In addition, the scan head has passed numerous extreme condition tests
to ensure reliability and safety and is IP54 rated.
Optimized System Performance•

Ability to carry multiple tunes where each tune is optimized for the specificapplications•

Dynamically matched mirror design improves system performance•

Bi-directional communication enables position feedback monitoring•

Sky Writing eliminates the processing time loss due to acceleration anddeacceleration times•

Integrated monolithic water-cooling design

Easy to Integrate and Implement•

Compact industrial design reduces system footprint, making it easy to integrate into
existing systems

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3 Overview•

3.1 Labels

It supports industry standard interface XY2-100 with a single DB25 connector as well
as Novanta’s NVL-100•

Integration flexibility with two orientation options for the DB25 interface on laser
input side or the top side•

Threaded input aperture (1.035”-40) enables flexible integration and customized
ability

3.1 LABELS

①

③

②

Figure 1: Position of labels (“top I/O”-variant shown; same position on “side I/O”-variant)
Legend to Figure 1

No. Label

Description

1

Warning of laser beam label

2

Type label
Product name
Aperture in millimeters
λ: wavelength
PN: part number
SN: serial number

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3.2 Interfaces

No. Label

Description

3

Warranty label

3.2 INTERFACES
②
①

①

②
①

①

③

③

④

④

Figure 2: Position of the interfaces (left: “top I/O”-variant; right: “side I/O”-variant)
Legend to Figure 2

No. Marking / function

See section

On page

1– / Cooling

4.3.2

27

2

– / Power supply, control, and feedback signals

4.3.3

28

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No. Marking / function

See section

On page3– / Laser beam input

4.3.1

23

4

– / Laser beam output

4.3.1

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3.3 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
There are no controls or indicators on VERSIA scan head.

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4 PREPARE FOR USE
This chapter describes all procedures necessary to get VERSIA ready for use.

4.1 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
Target audience and qualification
Laypersons, operators, and experts
Requirements
Characteristic

Specification

Conditions

Dry and clean indoor environment without electricallyconductive contamination

Storage temperature-35 to 60 °C (238 to 333 K)

Humidity

20 to 80 % RH, non-condensing

Safety precautions◻ Wear personal protective equipment (safety shoes, waterproof assembly gloves) toprevent crushing and bruises caused by falling scan head.

◻ Handle VERSIA scan head with care.

Procedure•Transport and store VERSIA scan head in its sealed original packaging or anequivalent packaging.

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4.2 UNPACKING
Target audience and qualification
Experts
Have ready◻ Utility knife

Safety precautions◻ Wear personal protective equipment (safety shoes, waterproof assembly gloves) toprevent crushing and bruises caused by falling scan head.

◻ Handle VERSIA scan head with care.

Procedure

1. If any shock indicator is present and triggered, then block the delivery and inform thesender.

NOTICE
Contamination can damage optics.
•

Leave any protective covers in place for as long as possible to keep the optics
clean.

2. While carefully unpacking VERSIA, keep in mind that you want to retain the packaging
for future use.
In case a unit return is necessary, we recommend documenting the unpacking e.g., bytaking photographs.
3. Please check based on the delivery bill whether all items are present, and their serial
numbers match the delivery bill. Also check by eye if the goods are free of defects. If
any of these do not apply, then block the shipment and inform the sender.
4. Retain the original packaging for future use.

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4.3 INSTALLATIONThis section summarizes procedures necessary to mount VERSIA in the laser unit and toconnect all supply lines.

4.3.1 INCORPORATING THE VERSIA SCAN HEAD INTO THE LASER UNIT
Target audience and qualification
Experts
Have ready◻ Machine screws suitable for mounting VERSIA in the laser unit; see Figure 3 on page
26. NOTE: Observe the permitted tightening torque of the screws used.

◻ Suitable screwdriver, hexagon socket screw key set, Torx key set

Requirements

Table 1: Environmental

Characteristic

Specification

Conditions

Dry and clean indoor environment without
electrically conductive contamination

Operating temperature

15 to 35 °C (288 to 308 K)

Humidity

20 to 80 % RH, non-condensing

Table 2: PhysicalCharacteristic

Specification

Laser beam input

Find the aperture and wavelength
on VERSIA’s type label

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Characteristic

Specification

Optical power input
for 9.2 to 10.6 µm (CO2) max. 200 W
for 1020 to 1090 nm (Fiber) max. 200 W
for 513 to 534 nm (Green) check with manufacturer
for 341 – 357 nm (UV) check with manufacturer
IP rating

IP54

Dry weight

2.12 kg

Dimensions (L × W × H)

132.2 mm × 99.0 mm × 99.0 mm

Table 3: Dimensions you need to design the lens spacer besides the dimensions of your F-Theta lensCharacteristic

Specification

Output aperture thread

M79×1.0 - 6H

Distance mirror center to mirror center

16.144 mm

Distance Y-mirror center to surface at beam exit

27.046 mm

4

Safety precautions◻ Ensure fire extinguishing equipment is available and follow its instructions; see also
section 2.6 on page 15.

◻ Switch off the laser unit that contains VERSIA. Switch off the laser device, power
supply, cooling and particularly disable moving parts.

◻ Wear personal protective equipment (safety shoes, waterproof assembly gloves) toprevent crushing and bruises caused by falling scan head.

◻ Handle VERSIA scan head with care.

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Procedure

NOTICE
Contamination by burned protective covers can damage optics.
•

Remove protective covers at the last possible moment during the installation
procedure.

•

Use the M5 mounting threads as indicated in Figure 3 on page 26 to mount the
VERSIA scan head on its place in the laser unit.

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Specifics of the interface

Figure 3: Dimensions of “top I/O”- and “side I/O”-variant in millimeters

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4.3.2 CONNECTING THE COOLING
Target audience and qualification
Experts
Have ready◻ Hose; recommended material: PU; Øo 6 mm; Øi 4 mm
◻ Utility knife to cut hose in length◻ Tissues to wipe of small amounts of coolant

Requirements

Table 4: CoolingCharacteristic

Specification

Coolant (minimum)

Filtered (max. 100 µm particle size) DI-water

Coolant (recommended)

Filtered (max. 100 µm particle size) DI-waterwith additive Coolflow DTX

Inlet temperature (recommended)

18 to 20 °C (291 to 293 K)

Inlet pressure

3 to 4 bar (3000 to 4000 hPa)

Volume flow

1.2 to 2.2 l/min

Humidity

20 to 80 % RH, non-condensing

Safety precautions◻ Wear personal protective equipment (safety goggles, waterproof assembly gloves) toprevent eye and skin irritations caused by coolant or coolant additive.

Procedure
Note that the flow direction is irrelevant.
1. Push the hose ends into the fittings as far as they will go.

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2. Gently pull on the hoses to check that they are tight.

NOTICE
Leaking coolant can cause a short circuit and/or damage optics.
3. Check for leakage by opening the return line first and then carefully turning on thecooling water supply line and watching the connections.
4. If coolant is leaking, immediately turn off the supply line, disconnect the leaking
connection, wipe away any leaked coolant, correct the fault and redo theconnection.
– OR –
If coolant is not leaking, then let it flow until VERSIA’s cooling loop is filled with
coolant.

5. Turn off the coolant supply line first and then the return line.
Later during commissioning, you will turn on the cooling again.
Specifics of the interface
None

4.3.3 CONNECTING THE POWER SUPPLY, CONTROL, AND FEEDBACK SIGNALS
Target audience and qualification
Experts
Have ready◻ D-sub 25-pin, male connector with housing

Cable: max. 6 m recommended length (contact customer service if necessary);shielding not necessary, but recommended; note the cross-section of the cablestrands regarding the current; see Table 5 on page 30, pins 9, 10, and 22

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Procedure

NOTICE
Unequal ground potentials immediately damage the VERSIA scan head.
•

Bring ground of the command signals on VERSIA scan head side and scan
controller side to equal potential.

NOTICE
Inverted polarity of the supply voltage immediately damages the VERSIA scan head.
•

Correctly connect the power supply to the connector; see Table 5 on page 30.

1. Create a cable that connects the power supply and the scan controller to the scanhead by following the information in Table 5 on page 30 and the following.

NOTICEHot plugging can damage the VERSIA scan head.
•

Before connecting or disconnecting, ensure that no voltage is being applied
to the VERSIA scan head. Turn off the power supply.

2. Connect the scan controller and the power supply to the VERSIA scan head.
Specifics of the interface
Marked:noConnector:

D-sub 25-pin, female

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Table 5: Pin assignment of the power, control, and feedback signal connector

Pin

Function

Function

XY2-100

NVL-100

1

CLK_N

NC

14

CLK_P

2

SYNC_N

15

SYNC_P

3

POS-X_N16

POS-X_P

4

POS-Y_N

DATA_IN1_N

17

POS-Y_P

DATA_IN1_P

5

POS-Z_N

DATA_IN2_N

18

POS-Z_P

DATA_IN2_P

6

STAT_NDATA_OUT1_N

19

STAT_P

DATA_OUT1_P

7

NC

NC

20

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Pin

Function

Function

XY2-100

NVL-100

8

STAT2_N

DATA_OUT2_N

21

STAT2_P

DATA_OUT2_P

9Power supply (VBus);Power supply (VBus);

48 V, max. 5 A

48 V, max. 5 A

Power ground; must be

Power ground; must beconnected to protective earth

connected to protective earth

22
10
23
11
24
12
25
13

Table 6: XY2-100 signals

Function XY2-100

Description

CLK

Clock signal

SYNC

Frame synchronization signal

POS-X, -Y, -Z

X-, Y-, and Z-position data

STAT

Scan head status

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Feedback signal

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Table 7: NVL-100 signals

Function NVL-100

Description

Direction

Subframe 1

Subframe 2(B-/M-preamble)(W-preamble)

DATA_IN1_P / ~N

X-position data

Y-position data

DATA_IN2_P/N

Z-position data

4th-position data

DATA_OUT1_P/N

X actual position

Y actual position

Command signal

Feedback signal
DATA_OUT2_P/N

Z actual positionth

4 actual position

4.3.4 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE
The software is needed for calibration of the scan field and for later control of the scan head.
Target audience and qualification
Experts
Requirements◻ If you are using a controller other than the ScanMaster Controller (SMC), follow the

installation procedure described in the documentation for that controller instead of
the procedure described below.

Procedure
1. Download the Calibration Wizard (CalWizard) and the ScanMaster Designer softwarefrom https://novantaphotonics.com/manual-documents/?manual=7797.
2. Install the Calibration Wizard (CalWizard) and the ScanMaster Designer software.

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4.4 COMMISSIONING
This section describes how to commission VERSIA, i.e., what must be done when and afterswitching it on for the first time.

4.4.1 SWITCHING ON FOR THE FIRST TIME
Target audience and qualification
Experts
Requirements◻ VERSIA is installed according to section 4.3 on page 23 ff◻ Laser beam specifications
Characteristic

Specification

Laser beam input

Find the aperture and wavelength
on VERSIA’s type label

Optical power input
for 9.2 to 10.6 µm (CO2) max. 200 W
for 1020 to 1090 nm (Fiber) max. 200 W
for 513 to 534 nm (Green) check with manufacturer
for 341 – 357 nm (UV) check with manufacturer◻ F-Theta lens

◻ Lens spacer (between scan head and F-Theta lens)Dimensions you need to design the lens spacer besides the dimensions of your

F-Theta lens:Characteristic

Specification

Output aperture thread

M79×1.0 - 6H

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Characteristic

Specification

Distance mirror center to mirror center

16.144 mm

Distance Y-mirror center to surface at beam exit

27.046 mm

Safety precautions
IMPORTANTVERSIA must be incorporated in a laser unit and integrated into its safety concept.
Procedure
1. Switch on the cooling, the scan controller and power of VERSIA.

WARNING
Laser radiation can cause burns and damage to eyes and skin.
•

Consult the laser user manual and wear personal protective equipment (laser
safety goggles according to the parameters of the laser in use).

2. Adjust the optical laser power so that you can just observe it with an indicator card.
3. Align the laser beam into the scan head.
Since we do not know your system structure, we can only state conditions that must
be met at this point:a. The laser beam must be coaxial to VERSIA’s optical axis.
b. The laser beam must enter the input aperture in the center.
c. The laser beam must exit the output aperture in the center (0,0 position) if
previously aligned correctly.
4. Switch off the laser beam.
5. Install the F-Theta lens and required lens spacer.

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Positioning of the lens relative to the scan head is critical for both scanning
performance and safety of the scanning mirrors. There is a matching lens spacer foreach lens model.
6. Proceed to section 4.4.2 on page 35.

4.4.2 CALIBRATING THE SCAN FIELD
You must calibrate the scan field, otherwise the output will not match the desired result.
Target audience and qualification
Experts
Requirements◻ VERSIA is switched on according to section 4.4.1 on page 33◻ If you are using a controller other than the ScanMaster Controller (SMC), follow thecalibration procedure described in the documentation for that controller instead of
the procedure described further below.

Set up for initial use
Delay parameter settings are variable because each application’s requirements andthe controllers that are used fluctuate.
Use the delay settings outlined in the table below as a starting point, then fine tune
the settings as needed.
Table 8: Recommended delay settings for initial use

Characteristic

Specification

Mark delay

2 × Tracking error

Jump delay

Tracking error

Polygon delay

0.5 × Tracking error

Laser onLaser-dependent

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Characteristic

Specification

Laser off

Laser-dependent

Procedure•

Take the Calibration Wizard User Manual to hand and follow the procedures
described there, especially in chapters 4 to 7. You can download the CalWizard
Manual (document number 1040-0008) from https://novantaphotonics.com/manualdocuments/?manual=7797.
After that, VERSIA is ready to use.

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5.1 PROTECTION AND EMERGENCY MEASURESIMPORTANTVERSIA must be incorporated in a laser unit and integrated into its safety concept.

5.2 OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES
VERSIA has no control elements. Use a scan controller to control the VERSIA.
Target audience and qualification
Operators and experts
Requirements◻ You have successfully finished all necessary commissioning procedures.

◻ The laser unit, that contains VERSIA, complies with the standards and directives thatare required by the declarations of incorporation of all laser unit components.

◻ The cooling is switched on.

◻ The power supply is switched on.

◻ All peripheral devices that are connected to the scan controller are switched on andready.

◻ The scan controller is switched on.

◻ The scan controller software is running and connected to the scan controller.
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5.3 Observable signals

Procedure•Control VERSIA and the laser via the scan controller.
Please find further reading in the documentation of the installed hardware andsoftware components.

5.3 OBSERVABLE SIGNALS
VERSIA has no visual or audible indicators that provide observable signals.

5.4 ORIENTATION OF THE COORDINATE SYSTEM

Incident Laser Ray

Figure 4: Orientation of the coordinate system with regards to the scan head orientation.
The positive and negative direction of each axis max vary depending on the chosen
controller settings

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5.5 Troubleshooting

5.5 TROUBLESHOOTING
Target audience and qualification
Operators and experts
Procedure
1. Determine how a failure manifests (symptom).
2. In Table 9 on page 39 find a matching measure and implement it then.
Please also find further reading in the documentation of the installed hardware andsoftware components. These may be the SMC (ScanMaster Controller) and SMD(ScanMaster Designer) by Novanta or any other scan control system that is capable ofthe XY2-100 or NVL-100 protocol.
If troubleshooting is not possible or if you are not skilled to do so, please contact a
local expert first and if more assistance is needed contact customer service.
Table 9: Troubleshooting

Symptom

Potential root cause

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6 CLEANING, MAINTAINING, AND REPAIR
Cleaning, maintaining, and the repair of VERSIA are limited to the procedures described inthis chapter. Please contact customer service for additional support.

6.1 CLEANING
Cleaning VERSIA scan head is not necessary. But cleaning the F-Theta lens may become
necessary when the laser processing results become unacceptable. In this case, it isrecommended to only clean the F-Theta lens, as every cleaning degrades its optical quality.
Target audience and qualification
Experts
Safety precautions◻ Switch off the laser unit that contains VERSIA. Switch off the laser device, power
supply, cooling and particularly disable moving parts.

Procedure•

Clean the F-Theta lens according to its manufacturer’s instructions.

6.2 MAINTAINING
We recommend creating a maintenance plan. Its cadence depends on the degree ofcontamination in the work environment. We recommend at least the maintenance plan
below.

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6.3 Repair
Table 10: Maintenance planInterval

MeasureSee section

On pageAnnually•––

Check the laser unit and the incorporated
VERSIA according to standard EN 60204.
Check the electrical safety of all connecting
cables and particularly the mains cable.

6.3 REPAIR
There are no serviceable parts inside the scan head. Opening or disassembly of VERSIA could
risk your safety and safe operation of the scan head and will void the warranty. If a repair
becomes necessary, please contact customer service.

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7.1 DECOMMISSIONING
Target audience and qualification
Experts
Requirements◻ Decommission the VERSIA scan head only if you want to return it, were instructed to
do so, or if you want to dispose of it.

Have ready◻ Suitable screwdriver for the mounting screws◻ Tissues or similar, to absorb leaking coolant immediately◻ Original protective covers for the laser beam entrance and exit. If the original

protective covers are not available any more then alternatively use Polyamide tape

Safety precautions◻ Switch off the laser unit that contains the VERSIA scan head. Switch off the laser
device, power supply, cooling and particularly disable moving parts.

◻ Wear personal protective equipment (safety shoes, waterproof assembly gloves,safety goggles) to prevent crushing and bruises caused by falling scan head, and eye
and skin irritations caused by coolant and coolant additive.

◻ Handle VERSIA scan head with care.
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7.1 Decommissioning

Procedure

NOTICEHot plugging can damage the VERSIA scan head.
1. Before connecting or disconnecting, ensure that no voltage is being applied to the
VERSIA scan head. Turn off the power supply.

2. Disconnect the power supply and electrical lines from the VERSIA scan head.
3. Turn off the coolant supply line first and then the return line.
4. Relieve the pressure from the hose.

NOTICE
Leaking coolant can cause a short circuit and/or damage optics.
•

Immediately absorb leaking coolant with tissues.

•

Deposit the open hose tips in a way that coolant cannot leak or contain the
coolant in a tank.

5. Disconnect the cooling supply lines from the VERSIA scan head:
Push the black end piece into the connector and pull the hose out of the connector.
6. Dismount the VERSIA scan head from the laser unit.
7. Fix the protective covers over the laser beam entrance and exit.

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NOTICE
Temperatures less than 0 °C (273 K) can cause frost damage to the cooling loop.
7. Blow-dry the VERSIA scan head’s cooling loop.
Blowing the cooling loop dry prevents damage when accidently transporting the
VERSIA scan head at temperatures less than 0 °C (273 K).

8. Dispose of the coolant according to its material safety data sheet.
9. Clear the VERSIA scan head of contamination with any dangerous materials prior tofurther handling.

7.2 RETURNING
This section describes how to prepare the VERSIA scan head if you want to return it.
Target audience and qualification
Laypersons, operators, and experts
Requirements◻ VERSIA scan head has been decommissioned; see section 7.1 on page 42

Have ready◻ Original packaging or an equivalent packaging◻ Parcel tape

Safety precautions◻ Wear personal protective equipment (safety shoes, waterproof assembly gloves) toprevent crushing and bruises caused by falling scan head.

◻ Handle VERSIA scan head with care.

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7.3 Disposal

Procedure
1. Contact customer service.
You will receive instructions about how to proceed.
2. If you are instructed to return the VERSIA scan head, then package it in its original orequivalent packaging to prevent damage during transport.
As memory aid use the documentation that you may have taken during unpacking.
3. Arrange for return consignment.

7.3 DISPOSAL
The VERSIA scan head is designed to be integrated into large-scale stationary industrial tools,
therefore 2012/19/EU (WEEE) does not apply.
By ensuring the VERSIA scan head is disposed correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences to the environment and human health, which could otherwise becaused by inappropriate waste handling of the VERSIA scan head. The recycling of materials
will help to conserve natural resources.
Target audience and qualification
Laypersons, operators, and experts
Requirements◻ The VERSIA scan head has been decommissioned; see section 7.1 on page 42.

Safety precautions◻ Wear personal protective equipment (safety shoes, waterproof assembly gloves) toprevent crushing and bruises caused by falling scan head.

◻ Handle VERSIA scan head with care.

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7.3 Disposal

Procedure•

Do not treat the VERSIA scan head as household waste. But hand it over to theapplicable collection point or to the manufacturer as described in section 7.2 on
page 44.
For more detailed information, please contact your local city office, your disposal
service, or our customer service.

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8.1 SPARE PARTS
If not mentioned otherwise, the given part numbers are the manufacturer’s part numbers.
FigureDescription

Part number

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8.2 FURTHER READING
Please find more information in the documentation of the installed hardware and software
components.
These may be the ScanMaster Controller (SMC) and ScanMaster Designer (SMD) by Novantaor any other scan control system that is capable of the XY2-100 or NVL-100 protocol.
If you are using the ScanMaster Controller (SMC) and want to calibrate the scan field, thenread the Calibration Wizard User Manual. You can download the CalWizard Manual(document number 1040-0008) from https://novantaphotonics.com/manualdocuments/?manual=7797. If you are using a different controller, refer to its documentation
for calibration procedures.

8.3 DECLARATION OF INCORPORATION
Please turn the page.

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