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[MAGIC-E4] Installation

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※Please follow the instructions below for proper installation of the machine, software and other devices.

※The software program requires Windows OS 7 or higher.

1. Machine Installation

MAGIC™-E4 cannot operate alone as a desktop engraver. It cannot proceed to engraving and cutting operation without the use of a computer and a software.

The machine should be connected to a personal computer for the machine to operate. The software provided along with the machine must be installed to the computer to run the program for engraving, cutting and marking.


How to install the machine

  1. To start the machine, plug its power cable into a grounded outlet. ※See precautions for use for safety.
  2. To connect the machine to the computer, plug in the USB cable on the back of the machine then on the computer’s USB port.

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Power switch

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Power Turns ON/OFF the machine.

Emergency Switch

※If the machine won’t turn on, check the emergency switch.

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2. Program Installation

[System requirements]

-Supported devices: PC

-Operating system: Windows 10 or higher

-Processor: Intel® Pentium® CPU or higher

-Memory: 4GB or more


[How to install the software]

1. Insert the USB into your computer`s USB port. A notification will pop-up on your screen regarding installation. ※USB is included in the package.

2. Follow the instructions below to install the software. 

3. Follow the steps in order until installation is complete. 

4. In case program installation won’t automatically run upon inserting the USB into your computer, go to My Computer’s USB drive then run Install program.


1. Setup wizard.
2. Select installation folder.
3. Confirm installation.
4. The file is copied onto the hard disk.
5. USB driver setup wizard.
6. Check [I accept the agreement], then click [Next].
7. Check [Status: Ready to use], then click [Finish].
8. Click “Run MagicEngrave” button to complete program installation.

- Program Description

Once the installation is completed, the following icon will appear on your desktop. The description of the icon is as follows:

As a design & marking software program, it features the following functions: marking design, marking option, Toolpath setting, transfer of Toolpath data.

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3. IO Port

※External IO port input to the machine is at 5V, use 5mA or less.
MAGIC™-E4 uses a LAN cable to control operation by receiving an external signal through the IO port.

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OUT 5V DC OUT Requires a DC 5V output to connect.
IN START/STOP Starts or stops engraving operation when DC 5V is connected.
OUT VACUUM ON/OFF Chip collector ON/OFF output status: DC 5V output: ON; GND output: OFF
OUT Universal Output Universal output port for DC 5V output and external devices.
IN Serial Communication Transmission Receives serial communication from external devices.
OUT Serial Communication Transmission Transmits serial communication from external devices.
**OUT: Signal received from external devices
**IN: Signal received by the machine

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4. Back cover

-Optional (Sold separately)

Back Cover
(CP-253)
1EA Back Port Cover
Square Magnet 2EA To secure the back cover.
Bolt
(M3x8mm)
3EA To secure the square magnet.

  1. Assemble the back cover then attach it to the back side of the machine.

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  1. Insert the bolt into the square magnet then screw it into the machine.

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  1. Attach the back cover. The back cover is secured by the square magnets.

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5. Operation of the marking machine

MAGIC™-E4 performs self-diagnosis upon turning ON. During self-diagnosis, the machine checks the following in order:

Self-diagnose Procedures

  1. If a certain axis is detected by the sensor, it moves away from the detected area.
  2. Checks probe sensor and returns to the Origin point
  3. Checks Z-axis sensor and returns to the Origin point
  4. Checks Y-axis sensor and returns to the Origin point
  5. Checks X-axis sensor and returns to the Origin point
  6. Confirmation sound and standby

If no problem is found, it goes into standby mode with a confirmation sound.


Marking Procedures

1. Turn on the marking machine.

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※ If the machine does not turn on, check the emergency switch.


2. Run the program to connect it to the machine. 

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3. Place your material on the flatbed.

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4. Make your design then create a toolpath.

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5. Click the Machine button to send the marking data.

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6. Press start install57.png button on the machine to begin the engraving process.

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