Equipment

xTool P2S 55W Basic Operation Manual

Quick reference guide for basic operation of xTool P2S 55W.

xTool P2S 55W Basic Operation Manual

Safety Measures (Required Reading)

Laser cutters can lead to fire and health hazards if used incorrectly.

Essential requirements:

  • ⚠️ Safety glasses required - To prevent blindness from laser light
  • ⚠️ Ensure proper ventilation - To protect from toxic gases and fumes
  • ⚠️ Never leave machine during processing - For early fire detection and response
  • ⚠️ Do not use prohibited materials - PVC causes toxic gases and machine damage
  • ⚠️ Keep fire extinguisher within reach - For emergency response

📖 Please read the complete safety guide: → Laser Cutter Safety Guide


Installing xTool Studio

Use xTool Studio (formerly: xTool Creative Space) to operate P2S.

xTool Studio

Windows

  1. Access xTool official site
  2. Download Windows version from Software download page
  3. Run downloaded file and follow installation wizard
  4. After installation completes, launch xTool Studio

Mac

  1. Download Mac version from xTool official site
  2. Double-click downloaded .dmg file
  3. Drag & drop xTool Studio app to Applications folder
  4. Launch xTool Studio from Applications folder

⚠️ On Mac, “unidentified developer” security warning may appear on first launch. → Go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Select “Open Anyway”


Device Connection

Wi-Fi Connection

  1. Turn on P2S main unit power
  2. Launch xTool Studio
  3. Add P2S from device list
  4. Configure Wi-Fi connection (connect within same network)

Device Selection

If Wi-Fi connection is unstable:

  • Keep P2S / PC / Wi-Fi router as close as possible
  • Restart P2S and PC (turn off, wait 30 seconds, turn on again)
  • If not resolved, USB connection is recommended

USB Connection

  1. Turn on P2S main unit power
  2. Connect P2S and PC with USB cable
  3. Launch xTool Studio and select device

Basic Operation Flow

Interface Overview

xTool Studio Interface

  • Red box: Design toolbar - Image import, shape drawing, text input, etc.
  • Blue box: Canvas - Where you create and edit designs
  • Green box: Device settings - Device selection, processing mode change
  • Orange box: Material settings - Material selection, camera position check
  • Pink box: Processing settings - Configure processing parameters

1. Create New Project

  1. Launch xTool Studio
  2. Click “New Project”
  3. Select device (P2S)

New Project

2. Select Processing Mode

Select mode according to equipment configuration:

  • Standard mode (Honeycomb panel)
  • Riser base mode
  • Rotary mode, etc.

Processing Mode

⚠️ Install the same equipment before selecting processing mode

3. Material Settings

  1. Select material to use from “Material”
  2. Click “Apply”

Material Selection

4. Fix Material

  1. Place material on processing bed (honeycomb panel)
  2. Fix firmly with jig or tape

⚠️ Weak fixing will cause shifting and processing failure

5. Update Background and Measure

  1. Click “Update Background”
  2. Click “Aligned Measurement”
  3. Click on material to measure thickness

Material Settings

6. Place Design

  • Place text, shapes, images, etc.
  • Set “Engraving” or “Cutting” for each object
ModeDescription
EngravingShallow carving of surface
CuttingLaser penetrates along specified line

Engraving Settings Example

Engraving Settings

Cutting Settings Example

Cutting Settings

7. Parameter Settings

ItemDescription
PowerLaser output intensity. Higher = more powerful
SpeedHead movement speed. Slower = deeper
PassesNumber of processing passes

⚠️ Optimal values vary by material. Adjust based on official reference values ⚠️ Power 100% causes significant laser wear, use moderately

8. Start Processing

  1. Click “Process” button

Process

  1. Pre-processing check:
    • Is material fixed?
    • Any obstacles in processing range?
  2. Click “Start” button

Pre-start Confirmation

  1. Press Start button on top of P2S main unit to begin

⚠️ Do not leave machine during processing, always monitor

9. After Processing

  1. Confirm completion with beep sound
  2. Do not remove material immediately, wait 1-2 minutes (material is hot)
  3. Confirm smoke is completely exhausted before removing

Troubleshooting

Device Cannot Connect

USB Connection:

  1. Check USB cable is firmly connected
  2. Restart xTool Studio
  3. Restart PC

Wi-Fi Connection:

  1. Check P2S and PC are on same network
  2. Restart P2S and PC
  3. If not resolved, switch to USB connection

”Confirm Honeycomb Panel is Installed Correctly” Error

  • Cause: Bottom support may be installed in wrong location
  • Solution: Reinstall bottom support correctly to bottom tier of P2S main unit

Honeycomb Panel Installation Error

⚠️ Be especially careful when returning to honeycomb panel after using riser base

Uneven Processing

  1. Check processing bed is not tilted
  2. Check lens or mirror is not dirty (clean if needed)
  3. Check material is firmly fixed

Safety Guide

Introduction Review

Official Support