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

• 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 Click the Gear Icon

  Select the Gear Icon on the home screen to open the settings menu.

  

  2 Long Press “Settings”

  Press and hold the title “Settings” for 2-3 seconds to access the advanced settings menu.

  

  3 Calibrate Cameras

  Choose the path that matches your current firmware version:

  1.1.2.8 or older

  Select Calibrate Cameras.

  

  1.1.3.2 or newer

  Select Calibration → Calibrate Cameras.

  

  4 Run Calibration

  • Place Anodized Aluminum: Use 24×12″ sheets (Edge 12: 1, Edge 24: 2, Edge 36: 3).
  • Start Process: Close the door and press OK.
  • Wait: Allow 15–30 minutes for analysis.
  • Verify: Follow prompts to complete calibration.

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  Calibration Mat Required

  An official Epilog Calibration Mat is necessary for the Overhead Camera process.

  Note: If the mat is curled, allow it to sit on a flat surface until it is perfectly flat. An unrolled, flat mat is essential for accurate results.

  First complete the carriage camera calibration. After finishing, switch to the Overhead tab below.

  Select Camera to Calibrate:

  • Carriage Camera
  • Overhead Camera

  • 1 Click the Gear Icon

    Select the Gear Icon on the home screen.

    

    2 Long Press “Settings”

    Long press the title “Settings” for 2-3 seconds to access the advanced settings menu.

    

    3 Select Calibration Path

    Choose the path that matches your current firmware version:

    1.1.2.8 or older

    Tap: Calibrate Cameras

    

    1.1.3.2 or newer

    Tap: Calibration → Calibrate

    

    4 Engrave Pattern

    • Place an 8″ × 5″ piece of anodized aluminum in the upper-left corner.
    • Close the door and press OK to engrave the pattern.
    • Follow prompts to complete calibration.

  • Overhead Calibration Process

    1. Install Mat: Place calibration mat in the upper-left.
    2. Positioning: Ensure the green circle is in the corner.
       
    3. Run: Close doors and press OK.
    4. Verify: Follow prompts to complete calibration.