Machine setup and laser-off rehearsal
Safety and setup
Before operating hardware
Follow the engraver manufacturer’s instructions, including requirements for enclosure, ventilation, interlocks and approved materials. Stay with the machine during operation and know its emergency stop procedure.
MIT EHS laser cutter safety guidanceConnect and check motion
- Open Devices / machine setup. Select the matching controller and machine profile. Confirm the work area and the actual Windows COM port.
- Use Read-only diagnostics to check communication and status before requesting motion.
- Use Move laser to open the Move panel. The jog controls depend on machine status and the selected profile.
- After previewing the job, use Frame — laser off to check its footprint or Dry run — laser off to follow the path. Review the prompt and keep the travel area clear. Use Stop movement if you need to stop the rehearsal.
Software simulation uses a virtual controller. Frame and Dry run can move a connected machine with the laser off. In the current documented build, the Job Control engraving and firing buttons are labelled awaiting hardware testing.