IRIS Camera Calibration Guide

Estimated Time: 20–40 Minutes • Skill Level: Intermediate

Click the tabs below to switch between machine types. Each tab shows the camera calibration procedure specific to that machine.

• Overview & Requirements
• Fusion Edge (Overhead)
• Fusion Pro / Ascent (Carriage & Overhead)

• The IRIS camera calibration ensures accurate artwork placement and reliable print-to-cut operations. It should only be completed when specific issues occur or after hardware changes.

  Perform if you observe:

  • Black camera feed or semi-circle overlay.
  • Feed rotated 90–180 degrees.
  • Artwork alignment offset.

  Perform after changing:

  • Overhead or carriage camera.
  • Laser focus calibration.
  • Machine home position.

• Overhead Camera Calibration (Fusion Edge)

  1. Access Advanced Settings: Press the gear icon, then press and hold the word Settings.
     
  2. Select Calibration: Press Calibrate Cameras in the Advanced menu.
     
  3. Place Anodized Aluminum: Use 24×12 inch sheets matching your table size (Edge 12: 1 sheet, Edge 24: 2 sheets, Edge 36: 3 sheets).
  4. Start Process: Close the door and press OK.
  5. Wait for Analysis: Allow 15–30 minutes.
     
  6. Verify: Ensure the Reprojection Error is 1.0 or lower.

• Fusion Pro / Ascent Calibration

  Camera Calibration Mat Required

  

  Note: If the calibration mat is curled, allow it to sit on a flat surface until it unrolls completely. The mat must be perfectly flat before starting the process to ensure the most accurate results.

  First complete the carriage camera calibration. After finishing, switch to the Overhead tab and follow the steps provided there.

  • Carriage Camera
  • Overhead Camera
  • 1. Navigate to Settings > Advanced > Calibrate Cameras.
       
    2. Place an 8″ × 5″ piece of anodized aluminum in the upper-left corner.
    3. Close the door and press OK to engrave the pattern.
    4. Follow on-screen prompts once the carriage camera analysis is successful.
  • 1. Install Mat: Remove aluminum and place the calibration mat on the table.
    2. Positioning: Green circle must be in the upper-left.
       

    3. Run Calibration: Close doors and press OK.
    4. Verify Results: Wait 15–30 minutes. Target error value: 0.75 or lower.