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Replacing the Control Panel

Replace your machine's display panel/keypad.

Introduction

In this lesson we’ll walk through replacing the Epilog Zing display panel.

Record Settings

If your machine will boot up, we’ll start by writing down some settings that will save you time later. Press the Go and Pointer button at the same time to access the Function Menu and cycle through the headings by pressing the Go button. Write down the Serial number, IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway.

The Zing display panel at the Function Menu.

Next, press the Config button on the display panel and cycle through the menu by pressing the right arrow. Write down the X-Home, Y-Home, Laser Match, Stamp Match and System Unit.

The Zing display panel at the Configuration menu.

Preparation

Shut off the laser and remove the power cord from the machine.

Removing the power cord from the machine.

Open the display panel package you received and put on the anti-static strap. Clip the strap on to any metal part of the machine. Always wear the anti-static strap when handling the control board to avoid damaging the unit through static discharge.

Clipping a wrist-mounted static strap to the exhaust port of the machine.

Remove Old Display Panel

Loosen the two screws on the side of the display panel.

Loosening the display panel captive screws.

Grasp the two screws and pull the controller away from the engraver. A small amount of force will be required to remove the board from the machine as you disconnect the electrical connections.

Pulling the display panel out of the machine.

Make sure the copper strips inside the control housing stay in place when you remove the board.

A close-up of the copper strip inside the control housing.

Install New Display Panel

Slide the new display unit into place, ensuring the tabs on the control unit fit into the grooves on the side of the housing. Push the display unit all the way into the slots until it is fully seated. Tighten the two screws to secure the display unit in place.

Sliding the display panel back into its housing.Tightening the screws of the display panel.

Plug the machine in and turn it on.

Plugging the power cord back into the machine.

If you were able to log the function and configuration information from the machine, enter this information now.

  • ID:
    TA-94
  • Date:
    09/24/2024

Tools:

  • #1 Philips Screwdriver
  • Anti-Static Wrist Strap

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