Focusing Instructions for the Nova Series

Focusing Instructions for the Nova Series

NOVA Version 2.0

Manual Focus

Quick Video



Detail Steps

  1. Place the object under the laser head.


  2. Locate the Focus Ruler in the toolbag, then place it on the object beneath the laser head.


  1. Press the Z button to move the honeycomb table to the correct position, then un-lock the brass screw to adjust slightly the laser head.


  1. Until the nozzle just touches the Focus Ruler then re-lock the brass screws.


Auto Focus

Notes
Before using autofocus we need to make sure that the autofocus stop ring is mounted in the correct position, check this video to make sure it's mounted in the correct position.


Quick Video


Detail Steps

  1. Place the object between the Auto focus sensors.


  1. Select the Auto focus then press Enter on the LCD panel.


  1. Waiting for the Auto-Focus to complete.

Tips

Auto focus feature cannot be used with a 4-inch laser head, and it is also unable to focus on materials that are too thin or transparent.


NOVA Version 2.5 / NOVA Plus

Quick Video for Focus


Manual Focus

Detail Steps

  1. Place the object under the laser head.


  1. Find the Manual Focus Tool in the toolbag.


  1. Place it steadily on the laser head.


  1. Press the Z button to move the honeycomb table.


  1. Until it just makes contact with the material, the manual focus is completed.

Auto Focus

Detail Steps

  1. Place the object under the laser head.


  1. Select the Auto focus then press Enter button on the LCD panel.


  1. Waiting for the Auto focus to complete.

Tips

Manual focus is more suitable than autofocus when using pass-through doors, defocus engraving, and focusing on soft materials.


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