SmartBench Apps
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Navigating the console menu
You can scroll through the console menu using the arrow buttons at the bottom of the screen.
The power button at the bottom of the screen should be used to shut down the console before powering down the machine.
It is important to shut down your machine properly. Click here to learn more.
PRO App
Load and cut your custom CAD/CAM files in the Pro CAD/CAM App.
Click here for a quick tour of the PRO App.
Shape Cutter App
Cut circles and squares in the Shape Cutter app.
The Shape Cutter app is designed to be a start to finish workflow tutorial for using SmartBench.
Click here to learn more about Shape Cutter.
Wifi App
Use the Wifi App to connect your SmartBench to a wireless network.
If you are connecting SmartBench to an Apple iPhone hotspot, you will need to follow a slightly different set of instructions to connect to your iPhone for the first time.
Click here to learn how to connect to an ordinary wireless network, including Android hotspots.
Click here to learn how to connect to an Apple iPhone hotspot.
Click here if you need to look up your country code, which you will need when you set up your network.
Calibrate App
This wizard takes you through all the steps to calibrate your SmartBench. This will ensure that it is running as accurately as possible.
You should calibrate your SmartBench if:
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It has been subjected to a large or quick change in temperature.
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You have replaced part of your SmartBench (e.g. a warranty replacement.)
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If your console tells you that it is time to calibrate SmartBench.
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You have just set up SmartBench for the first time.
Update App
Use the Update App to download new features and fixes for your SmartBench console. It is important that you keep your console up to date in order to get the most out of SmartBench.
Click here to learn more about how to check which software version you are using.
Click here to learn more about how to check if there is a new update available.
Click here to learn more about downloading a software update if your SmartBench is connected to wifi.
Click here to learn more about how to download a software update using your computer and a USB stick.
Maintenance App
Use the Maintenance App to check your machine settings and carry out essential maintenance tasks.
Click here to learn more about setting up the laser datum.
Click here to learn more about spindle brush maintenance.
Click here to learn more about choosing your spindle settings.
Click here to learn more about setting the thickness of your probe plate.
Click here to learn more about lubricating the lead screw.
System Tools
System Tools allows users to check and change system settings. Most users will only need to use this app to check System Information, or download support logs.