Cartridge Machine USER MANUAL 2019
INDEX Safety Notice 3 Machine Overview 4 The Grip 5 The Body 6 The GiveKnob 7 Adjust the Give 8 Replacing the GiveKnob 9 The MotorBolt System 10 Changing the Stroke Wheel 11 Detaching the MotorBolt 12 RCA Connection 13 Connecting your Machine 14 Adjusting Needle Depth 15 Additional Information 16 Troubleshooting 17
USER MANUAL SAFETY NOTICE CLASS III SYMBOL A Class III appliance is designed to be supplied from a separated/safety extra-low voltage (SELV) power source. The voltage from a SELV supply is low enough that under normal conditions a person can safely come into contact with it without risk of electrical shock. The extra safety features built into Class I and Class II appliances are therefore not required.
USER MANUAL RCA connectivity MACHINE OVERVIEW POwerful 6W MotorBolt system specifically designed to meet the demands of tattooing Convenient, interchangeable stroke suits different styles of tattooing Ratcheted, adjustable needle depth system THE SPEKTRA XION GiveKnob dial allows adjustment of needle strike recoil Changing Tattooing Forever he first pen style machine T Ergonomic grip design for tattooing providing artists full control of parameters that unleash their creative vision.
USER MANUAL THE GRIP Spektra Xion Grip Autoclavable Ergonomic Grip Design Compatible with most membrane needle cartridges on the market THE GRIP A llowing artists full control tapers from 32mm to 25mm. This polished and anodized of the machine never Other grip options may be grip is safe to be sterilized possible before, the Spektra available. The Grip is crafted under steam, in an autoclave Xion offers an ergonomic grip from a solid rod of 6061 T6 or sprayed with cold sanitation design.
USER MANUAL THE BODY Spektra Xion Body Ratcheted Disk System O-Ring Hex Drive Pin Xion Body GiveKnob System Stabilizing Friction O-Rings THE BODY T he Body is the core of the machine where the reciprocating and give system are housed. Constructed from a solid rod of 6061 T6 aircraftgrade aluminum, this module should be sanitized by wiping it with cold sterilization solutions only.
USER MANUAL THE GIVEKNOB Spektra Xion GiveKnob GiveKnob GIVEKNOB T his dial, located at the tip of the body, adjusts your needle strike from hard to soft. Note that this mechanism only spins about one turn (270° or about 11 clicks) generating give travel of the driving element (see page 8 for information on sanitizing).
USER MANUAL ADJUST THE GIVE Turning the GiveKnob in the arrow’s direction increases the Give. Turning the GiveKnob in the arrow’s direction decreases the Give or locks it completely. Always back one click from maximum settings. ADJUSTING THE GIVE R emove the Grip by softer or harder strike. You should always notice turning counter When adjusting Give, gently a slight radial play once a clockwise until it comes off press inwards while turning setting has been selected. completely.
USER MANUAL REPLACING THE GIVEKNOB 1 Using a plastic prying tool, pry gently and pull out GiveKnob. 2 At this stage, you can also sanitize the Hex Drive Pin by wiping it with cold sterilization. Avoid fluids from entering the housing. HOW TO REMOVE THE GIVEKNOB T o remove the GiveKnob, place it in position ensuring the use a plastic wedge, and hex orifice matches the Hex carefully insert in between the Drive Pin. Apply slight pressure GiveKnob and Body to gently until it clicks into place.
USER MANUAL THE MOTORBOLT SYSTEM Spektra Xion MotorBolt System MotorShaft StrokeWheel MotorBolt System MOTORBOLT SYSTEM T his detachable module houses the motor, cam and RCA connection. Once removed, MotorBolt Housing artists can replace stroke displacement by interchanging the provided StrokeWheels.
USER MANUAL CHANGING THE STROKEWHEEL 2 Pull out to remove the StrokeWheel. 1 Insert the thinner 0.05” Allen Key in set screw that secures StrokeWheel with MotorShaft and loosen. Do not remove screw. CHANGING STROKEWHEELS R emove the MotorBolt by in the screw that secures is loosened enough to allow pushing in while turning it StrokeWheel with MotorShaft the shaft to slide into the counter clockwise and pulling and loosen (DO NOT REMOVE). StrokeWheel. Ensure that the out.
USER MANUAL DETACHING THE MOTORBOLT Twist the MotorBolt as shown and remove. Get a firm grip and turn the body as shown with the Grip. DETACHING THE MOTORBOLT T o detach your MotorBolt, element. Do not apply force all the way in, topping off with ensure you have a firm grip until you feel your StrokeWheel the O-Ring around it and the on the Body and Grip. Turn the has engaged with the internal rim of the body’s opening. MotorBolt counter clockwise element.
USER MANUAL RCA CONNECTION RCA Connector RCA CONNECTION T his connecting terminal is compatible with most RCA cables on the market. For consistent connection and machine longevity, use of premium RCA Gold-Plated Premium Darklab Straight RCA Cord cables is recommended.
USER MANUAL CONNECTING YOUR MACHINE 1 Plug the RCA cord into the Xion RCA connector. HOW TO CONNECT YOUR MACHINE Best connection Improper connection Insert the RCA into the back unit uses 1/8” or 3.5mm of the MotorBolt and connect jack (similar to headphone to a Power Supply. Most of jacks), you will need to use a the RCA connector jack is reduction from 1/4” female concealed by the MotorBolt to 3.5 jack or use a cable that housing. goes from male RCA to 3.
USER MANUAL ADJUSTING NEEDLE DEPTH Increases needle depth Decreases needle depth ADJUSTING NEEDLE DEPTH T o adjust needle depth, hold the machine body and MotorBolt while turning the Grip. A counter clockwise turn decreases depth, while a clockwise turn increases depth (also known as needle hang). Each time you turn the grip you can feel the tactile feedback of the ratcheting mechanism. Each “click” displaces your needle 0.
USER MANUAL ADDITIONAL INFORMATION VOLTAGE PARAMETERS While voltage is a parameter that will vary from artist to artist, this machine has been tested to operate at a minimum voltage of around 4 Volts with a maximum voltage of 9.5 Volts. Depending on the type of needle configuration or brand you use, feel free to adjust the voltage to obtain the desired performance. Note: Exceeding 9.5 Volts is not recommended. ACCEPTED NEEDLES Use cartridge needles with internal membrane.
USER MANUAL ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HANDY TIPS The following tips will help you get the most out of your Spektra Xion and avoid potential issues: • Always secure your machine. Dropping the machine can cause damage to the magnets, bearings and brushes of the motor. • Use only cartridges with membranes to avoid contamination. • Do not exceed the suggested voltage. • Always use power supplies with at least 1Amp of current supply.
