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Warranty

ANILAM warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from date of installation. At our option, we will repair or replace any defective product upon prepaid return to our factory.

This warranty applies to all products when used in a normal industrial environment. Any unauthorized tampering, misuse or neglect will make this warranty null and void.

Under no circumstances will ANILAM, any affiliate, or related company assume any liability for loss of use or for any direct or consequential damages.

The foregoing warranties are in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

The information in this manual has been thoroughly reviewed and is believed to be accurate. ACU-RITE Companies, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to improve reliability, function, or design without notice. ACU-RITE Companies, Inc. assumes no liability arising out of the application or use of the product described herein.

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Section 1 - Setup Utility Concepts

Introduction ......................................................................................................................................1-1

Effectivity Notation........................................................................................................................ 1-1

Software Version Information ....................................................................................................... 1-2

Navigating Through the Setup Utility................................................................................................ 1-2

Default Settings ............................................................................................................................1-2

Keypad Keys ................................................................................................................................ 1-3

Axis Keys...................................................................................................................................... 1-3

Console Switches/Manual Panel Keys ......................................................................................... 1-4

ENTER Key .................................................................................................................................... 1-5

Highlighting Menu Options ........................................................................................................... 1-5

Exiting a Screen ........................................................................................................................... 1-5

Password Restricted Parameters ................................................................................................. 1-5

Changing Protected Parameters......................................................................................1-6

Saving Changes to Setup Parameters .............................................................................................1-6

Setting Parameters in Setup Utility................................................................................................... 1-6

Using Valid Parameter Ranges ........................................................................................................ 1-7

Accessing Setup Utility..................................................................................................................... 1-7

Overview of Main Parameter Categories.......................................................................................... 1-7

Units of Measurement ......................................................................................................................1-8

Section 2 - Builder Setup

System Resolution ........................................................................................................................... 2-1

Setting Axes for Encoder Type..................................................................................................... 2-1

Setting the Display Resolution...................................................................................................... 2-2

Setting the Linear Encoder Resolution ......................................................................................... 2-2

Setting Line Count for Rotary Encoder ......................................................................................... 2-3

Setting Ballscrew Pitch for the Rotary Encoder ............................................................................ 2-3

Setting the Ratio Between the Ballscrew Pulley and the Motor/Encoder Pulley ........................... 2-4

Ballscrew Pulley Parameter .............................................................................................2-4

Motor/Encoder Pulley Parameter .....................................................................................2-4

Setting the Starting Mark .............................................................................................................. 2-5

Setting Linear Correction Compensation..........................................................................................2-5

Setting In-Position Check................................................................................................................. 2-6

Setting Continuous Path................................................................................................................... 2-6

Setting Default Rapid Rate...............................................................................................................2-7

Setting Axis Default Feed Rate ........................................................................................................ 2-7

Setting Software Limits .................................................................................................................... 2-8

Setting Positive Software Limits ................................................................................................... 2-8

Setting Negative Software Limits..................................................................................................2-8

Enabling Software Limits .............................................................................................................. 2-9

Enabling Vector Limits .....................................................................................................................2-9

Vector/Home Limit Switch Connections...................................................................................... 2-10

Setting Encoder Phase to Correct Axis Direction Displayed ..........................................................2-11

Setting Backlash Compensation ....................................................................................................2-11

Setting Ballscrew Compensation.................................................................................................... 2-12

Setting Number of Segments ..................................................................................................... 2-12

Setting Table Entries .................................................................................................................. 2-13

Setting Offset and Zero Cross Parameters................................................................................. 2-13

Offset..............................................................................................................................2-13

Zero Cross .....................................................................................................................2-14

Setting Segment Length ............................................................................................................. 2-14

Activating Ballscrew Compensation............................................................................................ 2-14

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Automatic File Loader................................................................................................................. 2-14

Laser File Data File Format............................................................................................2-17

Generating Ballscrew Compensation Values from Laser Files ...................................... 2-18

File Loader Error Messages...........................................................................................2-19

Jog Position.................................................................................................................................... 2-19

Axis Clamping ................................................................................................................................ 2-20

Setting Axis Ports........................................................................................................................... 2-21

Setting Feed, Rapid, and No-Motion Filter Parameters.................................................................. 2-22

Setting Position Error Check Parameters....................................................................................... 2-25

Setting Amplifier Tuning Rapids ..................................................................................................... 2-26

Setting Digital Amplifier ..................................................................................................................2-26

Setting Invert DAC Output.............................................................................................................. 2-27

U Axis Setup .................................................................................................................................. 2-27

U and W Axes Setup...................................................................................................................... 2-27

Spindle Axis Setup Menu ...............................................................................................................2-27

Setting Spindle DC Output ......................................................................................................... 2-28

Setting Spindle Gear Ranges .....................................................................................................2-28

Invert DAC in M40–M44 Gear Range......................................................................................... 2-30

M40–M44 Ratio (Spindle Pulley) ................................................................................................ 2-30

M40–M44 Ratio (Motor Pulley) ................................................................................................... 2-30

Gear Change RPM ..................................................................................................................... 2-30

Setting the Spindle Encoder Lines.............................................................................................. 2-30

Setting Spindle RPM Display...................................................................................................... 2-31

Checking Spindle During Gear Change...................................................................................... 2-31

Stopping Program on Gear Change ........................................................................................... 2-31

Checking RPM to be Within Gear Range ................................................................................... 2-32

Stop/Start Spindle when Hold/Start Pressed .............................................................................. 2-32

Stop Program and Spindle on Gear Range Error ....................................................................... 2-32

Encoder Mounted on Motor ........................................................................................................2-32

Spindle Zero Speed RPM Tolerance .......................................................................................... 2-32

Spindle at Speed Percent........................................................................................................... 2-33

Setting Basic I/O Interface .............................................................................................................2-33

Setting the I/O interface Type..................................................................................................... 2-33

Setting Finish Pulse Timeout...................................................................................................... 2-34

Issuing Spindle Stop on Servo Fault or Emergency Stop ........................................................... 2-34

Displaying Internal Interface Messages...................................................................................... 2-34

Setting Up DSP2 Node ...................................................................................................2-35

Setting Up CAN I/O Nodes.............................................................................................2-35

Assigning Input Functions to an Input ............................................................................2-36

CNC Input Functions......................................................................................................2-37

Output Function Setup ...................................................................................................2-39

Configuring Output Ports................................................................................................2-39

Assigning M-Functions to Outputs .................................................................................2-41

Setting Up Gauges ..................................................................................................................... 2-42

Programmable I/O Interface Setup................................................................................................. 2-43

Handwheel/DRO Setup .................................................................................................................. 2-43

Handwheel Parameters .............................................................................................................. 2-44

DRO Parameters ........................................................................................................................ 2-46

Coupled DRO Parameter ...............................................................................................2-47

Coupled DRO Tolerance Parameter ..............................................................................2-47

Tool Management .......................................................................................................................... 2-47

Default Tool Table File ...............................................................................................................2-47

Activation Options....................................................................................................................... 2-48

Manual Tool Change Operation.................................................................................................. 2-48

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Automatic Tool Change Operation .............................................................................................2-49

Enabling M19 Commands ..........................................................................................................2-51

Guidelines for Setting the Number of Digits for T Words ............................................................ 2-51

Guidelines for Setting Tool Change Macro Parameters ............................................................. 2-52

Tool Changer Macro Example.................................................................................................... 2-52

Miscellaneous Setup Parameters................................................................................................... 2-53

Manual Panel Port ...................................................................................................................... 2-53

Maximum Programmed Linear Axis Feedrate ............................................................................2-53

Linear Axis Dry Run Feedrate ....................................................................................................2-54

Linear Axis Jog Feedrate and Rapidrate .................................................................................... 2-55

Maximum Programmed Rotary Axis Feedrate............................................................................ 2-55

Rotary Axis Dry Run Feedrate....................................................................................................2-56

Rotary Axis Jog Feedrate and Rapidrate.................................................................................... 2-56

Servo Up Delay .......................................................................................................................... 2-56

Automatic Feedrate Override On Arcs........................................................................................ 2-57

Rapid Moves are Free (Unsynchronized) ...................................................................................2-57

Feed and Rapid Accel/Decel (ms) .............................................................................................. 2-57

Check DSP2 Integrity .................................................................................................................. 2-58

Servo Loop Sample Time (ms)................................................................................................... 2-58

Interpolator Rate Factor.............................................................................................................. 2-58

Enable Velocity Look Ahead....................................................................................................... 2-59

Display Resolution...................................................................................................................... 2-59

Acceleration Ramp Type ............................................................................................................ 2-59

Ramp Z axis during G33 primitive ..............................................................................................2-59

CNC Startup Mode ..................................................................................................................... 2-60

Show Introduction Screen .......................................................................................................... 2-60

User Definable Variables............................................................................................................ 2-60

Tool Changer Macro Example.................................................................................................... 2-61

Mcode for Macro Call #1 – #10...................................................................................................2-61

Macro Called for Mcode #1 – #10............................................................................................... 2-61

Machine Home ............................................................................................................................... 2-62

Homing the Axes ........................................................................................................................ 2-62

Setting Home Required .............................................................................................................. 2-62

Setting Home Sequence............................................................................................................. 2-63

Home Type................................................................................................................................. 2-63

With Positive/Negative Index Limit.................................................................................2-63

With Positive/Negative Index and Vector Limit ..............................................................2-63

Setting Datum Search Speed .....................................................................................................2-64

Setting Home Preset ..................................................................................................................2-64

Builder Text .................................................................................................................................... 2-65

Enabling Builder Text .................................................................................................................2-65

Editing Error Messages .............................................................................................................. 2-66

Editing Warning Messages......................................................................................................... 2-67

Editing Soft Key Inputs ............................................................................................................... 2-68

Languages .....................................................................................................................................2-69

Software Updates........................................................................................................................... 2-69

Direct Numeric Control................................................................................................................... 2-69

Selecting a DNC Execution Mode .............................................................................................. 2-70

Setting the Buffer Size................................................................................................................2-70

Using a DNC Macro.................................................................................................................... 2-71

Enabling/Disabling G41/2, G59, and Blueprint ...........................................................................2-71

Setting Wait For Start Before Execution ..................................................................................... 2-71

Security ..........................................................................................................................................2-72

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Probing........................................................................................................................................... 2-73

Setting the Spindle Probe Type ..................................................................................................2-73

Setting the Nominal Probe Stylus Diameter ............................................................................... 2-73

Setting the Maximum Stroke from Home for First Pick............................................................... 2-73

Setting the RPM for Calibration and Tool Measurement ............................................................ 2-73

Setting the Probe Orientation ..................................................................................................... 2-74

Setting the Z First Pick, FAST Feedrate..................................................................................... 2-74

Setting the Z First Pick, MEDIUM Feedrate................................................................................ 2-74

Setting the Z Final Pick, SLOW Feedrate................................................................................... 2-75

Setting the Z Retract Amount ..................................................................................................... 2-75

Setting the XY Retract Amount...................................................................................................2-75

Setting the Z Start Position......................................................................................................... 2-75

Setting the Diameter of Tool Probe Gauge................................................................................. 2-76

Setting the Positioning Feedrate Normally ................................................................................. 2-76

Setting the First Touch Feedrate ................................................................................................2-76

Setting the Nominal Probe Stylus Ball Diameter......................................................................... 2-76

Setting the Diameter of Spindle Probe Gauge............................................................................ 2-77

Setting the Probe Logic .............................................................................................................. 2-77

Section 3 - Operator Setup

Control Software Parameters ........................................................................................................... 3-1

Compensation Cutoff.................................................................................................................... 3-3

Communication Setup Parameters ..................................................................................................3-5

Draw Mode Setup Parameters ......................................................................................................... 3-6

Editor Mode Setup Parameters ........................................................................................................ 3-8

Program Directory Parameters....................................................................................................... 3-10

Display Settings .............................................................................................................................3-11

Printer Settings............................................................................................................................... 3-11

Section 4 - Configuration Utilities

Save Configuration........................................................................................................................... 4-1

Copy Configuration........................................................................................................................... 4-1

Restore from Copy ........................................................................................................................... 4-2

Restore from Backup ....................................................................................................................... 4-2

Compare Configuration .................................................................................................................... 4-2

Print Configuration ...........................................................................................................................4-3

Section 5 - Fine-Tuning Systems with Linear Encoders

Section 6 - Setup Utility Maps

Map 1 ...............................................................................................................................................6-2

Map 2 ...............................................................................................................................................6-3

Map 3 ...............................................................................................................................................6-4

Map 4 ...............................................................................................................................................6-5

Map 5 ...............................................................................................................................................6-6

Map 6 ...............................................................................................................................................6-7

Map 7 ...............................................................................................................................................6-8

Map 8 ...............................................................................................................................................6-9

Map 9 .............................................................................................................................................6-10

Map 10 ........................................................................................................................................... 6-11

Map 11 ........................................................................................................................................... 6-12

Map 12 ........................................................................................................................................... 6-13

Map 13 ........................................................................................................................................... 6-14

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Map 14 ........................................................................................................................................... 6-15

Map 15 ........................................................................................................................................... 6-16

Map 16 ........................................................................................................................................... 6-17

Map 17 ........................................................................................................................................... 6-18

Index......................................................................................................................................... Index-1

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Section 1 - Setup Utility Concepts

Introduction

The Setup Utility is used to configure the CNC and optimize the system. The machine builder performs most of the initial machine setup at the time of the installation. This manual documents all parameters and the procedure to change them. All changes are made using the Setup Utility. The parameter settings are saved in a configuration file in the CNC’s memory. The name of the configuration file is P5MCFG.CFG.

Effectivity Notation

Some sections of this manual apply only to specific ANILAM CNC product(s). In these sections, icons in the left margin identify the product(s) to which the information applies. Table 1-1 lists the icons for each CNC product and the number of axes supported by each product.

Table 1-1, CNC Effectivity Icon Description

Icon Product Axes Supported

5300M/MK

5000M-3X

5400M/MK

5000M-4X

5500M

5000M-5X

NOTE: All systems also support one spindle axis.

5000M Three Axes System 3

5000M Four Axes System 4

5000M Five Axes System 5

As far as the Setup Utility is concerned, everything that applies to 5000M Three Axes Systems also applies to 5000M Four Axes Systems. Similarly, everything that applies to 5000M Four Axes Systems also applies to 5000M Five Axes Systems. The main difference between the products is in the number of axes supported. Refer to Table 1-1 for specification on number of axes per product. In addition, all systems support one spindle axis.

There are many parameters that are defined per axis. In these cases, this manual will document the primary axes (i.e., XYZ). The parameters for auxiliary axes (i.e., U and W) are entered in the same way as those for the primary axes. Some parameters can also be specified for the Spindle axis (i.e., S).

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Software Version Information

To facilitate verification of software version information, a text file is added to all CNC machine and offline software disks. The file lists the version and the CNC type. The software version contained on the disk is coded into the filename using the following format software version 4.14A is formatted as containing software version

Navigating Through the Setup Utility

The Setup Utility provides access to parameter settings through menus and submenus. Each menu contains a list and a highlight. Highlight one of the choices listed. Press Each menu provides access to parameter settings or another menu.

4.14A contains a file named 0414A.txt.

ENTER to activate the highlighted choice.

: 0xxxx.txt. For example,

0414A.txt. Therefore, a disk

Press required. Press the software. Press Exit (F10) to close a menu and return to the previous menu.

Refer to “Section 6 - Setup Utility Maps “Sections 1– 4.” Use these maps to locate parameter settings. The maps also serve as a quick reference guide.

NOTE: All dimensions, numbers, assigned values, and defaults

Default Settings

The Setup Utility has default settings pre-loaded in the configuration file. These settings remain active unless you change them. In this manual, default settings are specified as: [Default: Setting].

ENTER to toggle settings On or Off. Type a specific value where

ENTER or Exit (F10) to save settings when prompted by

” for all maps referenced in

provided in this manual are subject to change without notice depending upon individual manufacturing considerations and industry standards.

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Keypad Keys

Axis Keys

In this manual, the names

ARROWS, CLEAR, SHIFT, and SPACE are used

for the corresponding keypad keys. See Table 1-2 for their identifying key faces.

Additionally, the alphanumeric characters, (A – Z) and (0 – 9), are used to reference corresponding alphanumeric keys.

Table 1-2, Keypad Keys

Name Key Face

ARROWS

CLEAR

SHIFT

SPACE

Some parameters require that you specify an axis. Use the X, Y, Z, U, W, or S key to specify the axis.

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Console Switches/Manual Panel Keys

Console switches and Manual Panel Keys are referred to as shown in

Table 1-3.

Table 1-3, Console Switches/ Manual Panel Keys

Name Switch/Key

Axis Selector Switch

Jog Selector Switch

Feedrate OVERRIDE Switch

Spindle OVERRIDE Switch

E-STOP Key

Jog Plus Key

Jog Minus Key

Servo Reset Key

Start Key

Hold Key

AXIS

FEED

RAPID

SPINDLE

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Table 1-3, Console Switches/ Manual Panel Keys (Continued)

Name Switch/Key

Spindle Reverse Key

Spindle Forward Key

Spindle Off Key

ENTER Key

Press

ENTER to enter parameters into the system.

Highlighting Menu Options

Press Up Arrow (F3 in the Setup Utility. The corresponding arrow keys can also be used.

Exiting a Screen

Press Exit (F10) to return to the previous screen.

Password Restricted Parameters

Some machine parameters are protected by passwords. The CNC provides four access levels of passwords. Operators are assigned limited access, which allows them to set parameters used in normal machine operations. Service and factory technicians require a higher level of access. The Programmable I/O Interface requires a separate password. See Table 1-4 for default machine passwords.

Table 1-4, Default Machine Passwords

Access Level Password Level

Limited – Operator 159

Service Technician Z48

) and Down Arrow (F4) to highlight menu selections

Factory Technician Reserved for factory use

Programmable Logic Controller IPI

NOTE: Service supersedes Limited. Factory level is the highest and

supersedes all, except IPI, which is independent of the other passwords.

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Changing Protected Parameters

To change protected parameters, enter a password when the CNC displays the password prompt.

NOTE: You are only required to type a password once during Setup.

However, when you exit the Setup Utility and re-enter, you will again be prompted for a password.

Saving Changes to Setup Parameters

When you exit the Setup Utility menu after you have changed any parameters, the CNC displays the prompt “Save Changes?”.

Select one of the following:

 Yes (F1) to save the changes.

 No (F2) to cancel the changes.

 Cancel (F9) to return to the Setup Utility Menu.

NOTE: When No (F2) is pressed, all parameters revert to the settings

prior to changes.

All configuration parameters are saved in a configuration file, (P5MCFG.CFG). Every time a parameter is changed, the configuration file is saved; the CNC automatically creates a backup file, (P5MCFG.BAK). The CNC provides utilities to manage the configuration file. Refer to “Section 4 - Configuration Utilities

Setting Parameters in Setup Utility

To set parameters in the Setup Utility:

1. Highlight the menu in which the parameter is displayed, and press

ENTER.

Change the parameter by following one of the steps mentioned below:

 In some cases a parameter can only have two selections. Pressing

ENTER changes from one value to the other.

 In some cases, a parameter may have more than two selections and

pressing Highlight the desired selection, and press

ENTER will display a pop-up menu with the list of selections.

” for detailed information.

ENTER.

 In other cases, the CNC will highlight an entry field and you will be

allowed to type the value for the parameter. Type the desired value or setting, and press

ENTER.

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Using Valid Parameter Ranges

All parameters entered in an entry field must be within the valid range for the parameter. If the value entered is not within the valid range, an error message is displayed. The error message shows the valid range for the parameter. Pressing F10, or

CLEAR, clears the error message. Once the

error message is cleared, you can enter another value. The previous value can be restored by pressing

UP ARROW and then ENTER.

Accessing Setup Utility

To access the Setup Utility menus:

1. Turn on the CNC.

When the CNC is turned on, the CNC software starts automatically. The CNC displays messages to indicate the status of the startup. When the CNC software has successfully started, the CNC displays ANILAM Company information and the software version number.

2. Press (F10) to continue.

The CNC displays the Software Options screen.

3. Use the arrow keys to highlight Setup

If already in Manual mode, access the Software Options screen by pressing (SHIFT + F10). The servos must be off or the CNC will not allow you to exit Manual mode.

In either case, the CNC displays the Setup

Map 1

, Menu A. This menu allows you to access the setup parameters.

Overview of Main Parameter Categories

There are, in general, two categories of parameters. One category of parameters corresponds to the type of parameters that the machine builders, or technicians, would normally be involved in specifying. These parameters are all under the Builder Setup menu entry. The second category of parameters corresponds to those that the CNC operator or programmer would be involved in specifying or customizing. These parameters are all under the Operator Setup menu entry. See Map 1 Menu A.

In general, Builder parameters require Service or Limited level password and Operator parameters do not require any password.

Utility. Press ENTER.

Options Menu. Refer to

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Units of Measurement

The Units of Measurement parameter specifies the units used to enter dimensional data. If you are using mixed data, input data in one format (inch or mm) first. Change the format (inch or mm) and enter the rest of the data. You can change the units as many times as you need to. By using the proper units you do not need to convert values, but can enter data precisely (that is, no rounding during conversion).

To set the default measurement mode:

5400M/MK

5000M-4X

5000M-5X

5500M

1. See Map 1

2. Press

, Menu A. Highlight Units in Inch.

ENTER to toggle between inch mode and millimeter mode.

[Default: Inch]

All dimensional data will be displayed according to the units specified in this parameter.

The only exception to this rule are dimensional parameters corresponding to rotary axes. If any of the auxiliary axes (i.e., U or W) are configured as a rotary axis, then the unit is always in degrees or degrees per minute (i.e., deg/min).

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Section 2 - Builder Setup

General Axis refers to the X, Y, and Z-axes. Enter the basic operating specifications for these axes into the CNC via the Builder General Axis menus. These menus allow you to configure the X, Y, and

Z-axis in the CNC.

NOTE: Some of the menus also provide a parameter for the S-axis

(i.e., Spindle). It is only necessary to enter S-axis parameters if the machine is capable of operating the spindle as a controlled axis.

Setup –

5500M

5000M-4X

5500M

5000M-5X

The menus for 5000M Four Axes will allow setting of parameters for axes X, Y, Z, and U.

The menus for 5000M Five Axes will allow setting of parameters for axes X, Y, Z, U, and W.

System Resolution

The CNC receives feedback from a linear encoder, rotary encoder, or an **EverTrack system. You can set resolution for the system (whether the feedback device is a rotary encoder or a linear encoder) via the Resolution menu.

Different types of feedback devices can be used in one system. For example, you can use a linear encoder on the X-axis and a rotary encoder on the Y-axis. Some of the parameters are specific to rotary encoders or linear encoders.

Setting Axes for Encoder Type

To set the axis encoder type: [Default: Rotary Encoder]

1. See the Resolution Setup, Menu G on “Map 1” in “Section 6 - Setup

Utility Maps.” For the remainder of the document, this is described as

“See Map 1

encoder and provides closed-loop positioning for the

, Resolution Setup, Menu G.”

2. Highlight Type.

3. Press X, Y, Z, U, or W for the axis being set, and press

ENTER. A

pop-up window displays the following selections:

 Linear Encoder  Rotary Encoder  EverTrack Encoder

4. Highlight Linear Encoder for axes that use a linear encoder; highlight Rotary Encoder for axes that use a rotary encoder; highlight EverTrack Encoder for axes with linear encoders that have the

EverTrack feature, and press

ENTER. The CNC changes the encoder

type to the selected option.

- - - - -

**EverTrack

EverTrack

is a trademark of ACU-RITE Companies, Inc.

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Setting the Display Resolution

Display Resolution allows you to set the resolution of the axis display (Display Res). The display resolution must be equal to or coarser than the actual resolution of the installed linear encoder or rotary encoder. Changing the Display Resolution does not affect the accuracy of the machine. Always select resolution in microns, whether the CNC is in Inch Mode or MM Mode. Ensure that resolution settings match the installed equipment.

[Default: 2 Microns

] (0.002 mm/0.0001 inch)

To set display resolution:

1. See Map 1

, Menu G. Highlight Display Res.

2. Press the appropriate axis key (i.e., X, Y, Z, U, or W).

The CNC displays a pop-up window with the choices: 0.5, 1, 2, 5, or 10 Microns.

3. Highlight the desired display resolution, and press

The axis display will show movement at the selected resolution.

Setting the Linear Encoder Resolution

NOTE: This parameter applies only to linear encoders. Do not use if the

axis is using a rotary encoder for feedback.

Enter the required resolution for each axis: X, Y, and Z. Always select resolution in microns, regardless of whether the CNC is in Inch Mode or MM Mode. [Default: 1 Micron] (0.001 mm/0.00005 inch)

Refer to Table 2-1 for ANILAM conversion values.

Table 2-1, Micron to Inch Conversion

ENTER.

0.5 Micron 0.0005 mm 0.00002”

1 Micron 0.001 mm 0.00005”

2 Microns 0.002 mm 0.0001”

5 Microns 0.005 mm 0.0002”

10 Microns 0.010 mm 0.0005”

NOTE: If resolution settings do not match those of the installed

equipment, positioning errors will occur.

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To set the linear encoder resolution:

1. See Map 1

, Menu G.

2. Highlight Linear Enc Res

3. Press the appropriate axis key (i.e., X, Y, Z, U, or W). A pop-up window will display the following choices: 0.5, 1, 2, 5, or 10 Micron.

4. Highlight the appropriate linear encoder resolution, and press

Setting Line Count for Rotary Encoder

NOTE: This parameter applies only to rotary encoders. Do not use if

the axis is using a linear encoder for feedback.

Enter the number of counts per revolution supported by the rotary encoder (Rot Enc Lines). The CNC accepts line counts of up to 10,000 lines per revolution. [Defaults: 1000 lines for X, Y, Z, U, or W]

[Defaults for AC Brushless systems only: 1024 lines for X, Y, Z, U, or W ]

To enter an encoder line count:

1. See Map 1

, Menu G. Highlight Rot Enc Lines.

2. Press the appropriate axis key (i.e., X, Y, Z, U, or W).

ENTER.

The CNC highlights the encoder line entry field for the axis.

3. Type the rotary encoder line count, and press

Setting Ballscrew Pitch for the Rotary Encoder

NOTE: This parameter applies only to rotary encoders. Do not use if

the axis is using a linear encoder for feedback.

Pitch is the linear distance traveled per revolution of the ballscrew. Use the unit of measurement (inch or mm) to which the CNC defaults.

Set the pitch (Bscrew Pitch) of the ballscrew. [Default: 0.20 inch]

To enter ballscrew pitch:

1. See Map 1

, Menu G. Highlight Bscrew Pitch.

2. Press the appropriate axis key (i.e., X, Y, Z, U, or W). The CNC highlights the ballscrew pitch entry field for the axis.

3. Type the pitch of the ballscrew for that axis, and press

ENTER.

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Setting the Ratio Between the Ballscrew Pulley and the Motor/Encoder Pulley

The Ratio is the difference in the size of the pulleys, which represent the number of turns of the Encoder relative to the number of rotations of the Ballscrew.

Most encoders today are mounted to the shafts to the motors; therefore, the parameter for Motor Pulley represents the encoder pulley. If your encoder is not mounted to the motor shaft, then the correct entry for the Motor Pulley would be the actual encoder pulley.

For example, if the pulley on the ballscrew has 21 teeth, and the pulley on the motor has 14 teeth: the ratio is 1.5 to 1. You would enter 1.5 for the Ballscrew Pulley parameter, and 1 for the Motor Pulley parameter. If you do not know the actual ratio, you enter the number of teeth on the pulleys: 21 for Ballscrew Pulley, and 14 for the Motor Pulley.

Ballscrew Pulley Parameter

To enter the Ballscrew Pulley value:

1. See Map 1

, Menu G. Highlight Ratio (Bsc Ply).

2. Press the appropriate axis key (i.e., X, Y, Z, U, or W). The CNC highlights the value entry field for the axis.

3. Type the number of teeth on the Ballscrew pulley (or the Numerator of the ratio), and press

ENTER.

[Defaults: X 1.50000, Y 1.50000, Z 1.80000, U 1.00000, and W-axis

1.00000]

[Defaults for AC Brushless systems only: X 2.00000, Y 2.00000, Z 1.00000, U 1.00000,

and W-axis 1.00000]

NOTE: This parameter applies only to rotary encoders. Do not use it

with a linear encoder.

Motor/Encoder Pulley Parameter

To enter the Motor/Encoder Pulley value:

1. See Map 1

, Menu G. Highlight Ratio (Mtr Ply).

2. Press the appropriate axis key (i.e., X, Y, Z, U, or W). The CNC highlights the value entry field for the axis.

3. Type the number of teeth on the Motor/Encoder pulley (or the Denominator of the ratio), and press

ENTER.

[Defaults: X, Y, Z, U, and W-axis 1.00000]

NOTE: This parameter applies only to rotary encoders. Do not use it

with a linear encoder.

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Setting the Starting Mark

NOTE: This parameter applies only to EverTrack encoders. Do not use

if the axis is using a rotary encoder for feedback.

The Starting Mark entry is the first mark from the right-most end of the encoder (as you look at the encoder). The entry is sign sensitive. If the right-most mark is at the positive end of the axis, then the Starting Mark must be positive. If the right-most mark is at the negative end of the axis, then the Starting Mark must be negative. [Defaults: X, Y, Z, U, and W-axis 0]

To determine the starting mark number, refer to “Starting Reference

Mark” in 5000M CNC Motion Setup/Testing Utility, P/N 70000636, for a

description using Machine Setup & Testing (MST) to find the Starting Reference Mark.

If you know the starting mark number, use the following procedure to set the Starting Mark. To set the Starting Mark:

1. See Map 1

, Menu G. Highlight Starting Mark.

2. Press the appropriate axis key (i.e., X, Y, Z, U, or W). The CNC highlights the entry field for the axis.

3. Type the starting mark for that axis, and press

Setting Linear Correction Compensation

Linear correction compensation corrects for detected mechanical errors (in the ballscrew or elsewhere) that affect the indicated distance displayed by the CNC. To determine the amount of correction required, measure the error with a calibration device. When linear correction is activated, the CNC multiplies the commanded move by the compensation value.

If you do not require linear compensation, disable this feature. When enabled, you can specify a different correction value for each axis.

Correction = Distance Read by CNC ÷ Distance Actually Traveled

Enter any appropriate correction factor from 0.300000 to 3.000000. [Default: Off (disabled)]

To set linear correction compensation:

1. See Map 1 to the axis being set, and press

, Menu F. Highlight the menu selection that corresponds

ENTER.

The CNC highlights the entry field for the selected axis.

2. Type the desired linear compensation correction, and press

3. Highlight Linear correction compensation, and press

ENTER.

This selection activates/deactivates the option.

4. Press

ENTER to toggle the selection On/Off to activate/deactivate the

compensation value(s) entered.

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Setting In-Position Check

NOTE: Rapid moves always execute in In-Position Mode.

When the CNC has positioned the tool within the in-position tolerance of the target, the CNC processes the next programmed move. At this time, the CNC displays the in-position indicator. Specify the in-position tolerance for each enabled axis in the Setup Utility. [Default: 0.0004 in. for X, Y, and Z; 0.0102 in. for U and W]

When determining in-position tolerance:

 For rotary encoders, tolerance is usually four times the machine

resolution (e.g., If machine resolution is 0.0002 in., the in-position tolerance is 0.0008 in.). Use this as a benchmark from which to adjust this value.

 For linear encoders, tolerance equals the resolution of the linear

encoder.

NOTE: In-position tolerance must be smaller than Continuous path

To define in-position tolerance:

1. See Map 1 to the axis being set, and press

The CNC highlights the entry field for the axis.

2. Type the desired in-position tolerance, and press

Setting Continuous Path

With Continuous Path Mode active, the CNC blends one move into another, without a complete stop between moves. The Continuous Path Mode activates at power On and is used for feed moves.

The CNC approaches the target position and comes within the continuous path tolerance of the target. Then, the CNC begins to calculate the next programmed move. It does not make an in-position check before it executes the next move. This results in a smoothly contoured profile or surface. [Default: 0.0700 in. for X, Y, and Z axes with Continuous Path turned On; 1.7780 in. for U and W axes]

NOTE: In-position tolerance must be smaller than Continuous path

tolerance.

, Menu E. Highlight the menu selection that corresponds

ENTER.

tolerance.

To activate and define the continuous path tolerance:

1. See Map 1 to the axis being set, and press

, Menu D. Highlight the menu selection that corresponds

ENTER.

The CNC highlights the entry field for the axis.

2. Type the desired tolerance, and press

ENTER.

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3. Highlight Continuous path, and press ENTER.

This selection activates/deactivates the option.

4. Press Continuous Path Mode(s) entered.

The CNC activates the Continuous Path Mode(s) for all selected axes.

Setting Default Rapid Rate

Default Rapid Rate sets the speed at which an axis operates in Rapid Mode. This applies to programmed blocks or MDI commands. Jog moves in rapid (i.e., from a manual panel) can have a different rapid rate. The machine builder sets the maximum rapid rate according to the physical constraints of the machine. These factors include:

 Available motor torque

 Available servo drive output

 Ballscrew pitch

 Mass to be moved

 Any mechanical advantage gained by pulleys or gears

To override the default rapid rate, adjust the This switch varies the rapid speed from 0 to 100% and does not affect the maximum rapid rate set. [Default: X = 200 in/min; Y = 200 in/min; Z = 150in/min; U and W =

5,080 in/min]

ENTER to toggle the selection On/Off to activate/deactivate the

FEEDRATE OVERRIDE switch.

To set the default rapid speed:

1. See Map 2 to the axis being set, and press

, Menu E. Highlight the menu selection that corresponds

ENTER.

The CNC highlights the entry field for the axis.

2. Type the desired maximum default rapid rate, and press

ENTER.

Setting Axis Default Feed Rate

Setting the Default Feed Rate establishes a default feedrate for each axis, wherever a feedrate has not been programmed. This applies to programmed blocks or MDI commands. Jog moves in feed (i.e., from a manual panel) can have a different feedrate. [Default: X, Y, Z= 10 in/min, U, W = 254.0 in/min]

To set the axis default feed rate for an axis:

1. See Map 2 to the axis being set, and press

The CNC highlights the entry field for the axis.

2. Type the desired axis default feedrate, and press

, Menu F. Highlight the menu selection that corresponds

ENTER.

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Setting Software Limits

NOTE: The machine must have the Machine Home function enabled to

use software limits.

You can set positive and negative software limits to restrict travel range.

Reference this physical limit to Machine Zero. If you change the Machine Zero position, the software limits will shift accordingly.

Use the software limits in conjunction with the home limit switches and a Homing cycle command (G28) to ensure that the software limits are reliably referenced to an absolute machine position each time the CNC is turned on.

If you do not use homing limit switches, use another method to determine an absolute machine position (e.g., an indicator.)

Enter positive and negative software limits separately for each axis. [Default: Off (disabled)]

Setting Positive Software Limits

To set Positive Software Limits:

1. See Map 2

, Menu C. Highlight Software limits, and press ENTER.

The CNC displays the Software Limit Setup Menu (Menu G).

2. Highlight Positive software limit, and press

The CNC displays the Positive Software Limit Setup Menu (Menu H).

3. Highlight the menu selection that corresponds to the axis being set, and press

ENTER.

The CNC highlights the entry field for the axis.

4. Type the desired positive software limit, and press

Setting Negative Software Limits

To set Negative Software Limits:

1. See Map 2

, Menu C. Highlight Software limits, and press ENTER.

The CNC displays the Software Limit Setup Menu (Menu G).

2. Highlight Negative software limit, and press

The CNC displays the Negative Software Limit Setup Menu (Menu I).

ENTER.

3. Highlight the menu selection that corresponds to the axis being set, and press

ENTER.

The CNC highlights the entry field for the axis.

4. Type the desired negative software limit, and press

ENTER.

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Enabling Software Limits

To enable Software Limits:

1. In Map 2

2. Press

Enabling Vector Limits

Vector limit switches, also called directional limit switches, define the CNC’s hardware travel limits. If installed, vector limits must be enabled in the Setup Utility for each axis that has a vector limit. Once you enable the vector limits for an axis, the CNC prohibits machine motion in that direction beyond the limit switch. [Default: Disable for all axes]

Caution: Directional limit switches must be wired normally closed. No other configuration ensures proper and safe machine operation.

Vector Limit Switches restrictions follow:

 Must be normally closed switches.  Must be on CAN Node 0  Are hard-coded (See Table 2-2 and Table 2-3, Vector Limit Inputs for

 Cannot be used as general purpose I/O  Both directions must be wired for assigned axes  Can also be used as Home Switches

, Menu G, highlight Software limits.

ENTER to toggle the Software Limits On.

The CNC enables software limits. [Default: Off (disabled)]

5000M 4-Axes and 5000M 5-Axes.)

Only CAN Node 0 will accept vector limit inputs. A vector limit input port must not be used for another input function.

Refer to Table 2-2 for vector limit input port assignments.

Table 2-2, CAN Bus Node 0 Vector Limit Input Port Assignments

Input Port Pin Assigned Vector Limit

0 0 X + 1 1 X 2 2 Y + 3 3 Y 4 4 Z + 5 5 Z -

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5500M

5000M-5X

Refer to Table 2-3 for additional vector limits inputs in 5000M 4-Axes and 5000M 5-Axes.

Table 2-3, Vector Limit Inputs for 5000M 4-Axes and 5000M 5-Axes

Input Port Pin Assigned Vector Limit

6 6 U + 7 7 U 8 8 W + 9 9 W -

To enable vector limits:

1. See Map 2

, Menu J. Highlight the menu selection that corresponds to

the axis being set.

2. Press

ENTER to toggle the selection (Enable/Disable) to

activate/deactivate the vector limits.

NOTE: If vector limits are enabled, a signal must be wired to both the

positive and negative direction inputs assigned to the axis. Otherwise, the CNC will inhibit motion in the direction (positive or negative) of the unwired input.

When the vector limits for an axis are set, the assigned inputs cannot be used for input functions. Refer to Table 2-2, CAN Bus Node 0 Vector

Limit Input Port Assignments

assignments.

Vector/Home Limit Switch Connections

NOTE: Home switches are wired to the same ports as the vector limits.

Wire the home switch to the input that corresponds to the direction that you select for each axis.

Home Switches restrictions follow:

 Must be normally closed switches.  Must be on CAN Node 0  Are hard-coded (See Table 2-2, CAN Bus Node 0 Vector Limit Input

Port Assignments

 Cannot be used as general purpose I/O  Selected direction only must be wired for assigned axes  Can also be used as Vector Limit Switches

and Table 2-3.)

and Table 2-3 for vector limit input port

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Setting Encoder Phase to Correct Axis Direction Displayed

Moving an axis in a positive direction should result in a positive count on the axis display. Likewise, moving an axis in a negative direction should result in a negative count on the axis display. If an axis display does not count in the appropriate direction, adjust the Encoder Phase correct the problem. [Default: Not Invert]

NOTE: This is the only way to change the direction of the count without

making hardware changes.

To adjust the Encoder Phase Setting:

settings to

1. See Map 2 to the axis being set.

2. Press

ENTER to toggle the setting (Not Invert/ Invert). Change the

Phase setting to invert the direction of count for the appropriate axis.

Setting Backlash Compensation

Backlash is the loss of motion that occurs when the encoder reverses direction and begins to record motion before the table actually moves.

Backlash compensation takes this lag into account and corrects the move. All systems that move mass under control exhibit backlash. Some of the causes are structural component flexing, bearing end thrust, and wind-up of the ballscrew that drive the slide.

Measure backlash and store the value in the Setup Utility. When backlash compensation activates, the CNC automatically calculates the necessary motion corrections. [Default: Off (disabled)]

To activate and define backlash compensation for an axis:

1. See Map 2 to the axis being set, and press

The CNC highlights the entry field for the axis.

, Menu K. Highlight the menu selection that corresponds

, Menu D. Highlight the menu selection that corresponds

ENTER.

2. Type the desired backlash compensation, and press

ENTER.

3. In Menu D, highlight Backlash compensation.

This selection activates/deactivates backlash compensation.

4. Press

ENTER to toggle the selection On/Off to activate/deactivate the

backlash compensation.

The CNC activates the backlash compensation for all selected axes.

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Setting Ballscrew Compensation

NOTE: 1. Use ballscrew compensation with the Automatic File Loader.

2. Perform a Machine Home sequence before you enable ballscrew compensation

The CNC can compensate for inaccuracies along the ballscrew. This ensures a high degree of precision in the finished workpiece.

Ballscrew Compensation allows the ballscrew to be divided into as many as 128 segments per axis for calibration. Segment length is constant for all segments. [Default: No (Active parameter set to No)]

To set the Ballscrew Compensation:

1. See Map 3

ENTER.

, Menu C. Highlight Ballscrew compensation, and press

The CNC displays Ballscrew Compensation Menu

Setting Number of Segments

The machine builder can specify as many as 128 equally sized segments per axis. To determine the number of segments required, consider that the number of segments multiplied by the segment size should equal the entire range of travel for the axis being set.

To set the Number of Segments:

1. Highlight Number of segments in the Ballscrew Compensation Setup Menu

(Map 3, Menu D), and press ENTER.

The CNC displays Number of Segments Setup Menu (Map 3

, Menu E).

2. Highlight the menu item pertaining to the axis being set, and press

ENTER.

The entry field for the selected axis highlights.

3. Type the number of segments desired for that axis, and press

(Map 3, Menu D).

ENTER.

Repeat the procedure for all axes being set.

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Setting Table Entries

NOTE: Refer to “Automatic File Loader

” for details on how to enter

values from a file.

Determine the amount of compensation required for each segment along an axis. Use a laser to make these measurements.

The compensation value is the difference between the desired positive or negative position commanded by the CNC and the actual position measured by the laser. Record the compensation required for each segment in the Table Entries Menu (Menu F).

The length of the table equals the largest number of entries assigned to any axis. If X requires 13 segments and Z requires 9 segments, then the table will be 13 lines long.

To enter Table entries manually:

1. See Map 3

, Menu F. Press X, Y, Z, U, or W to set the appropriate

axis.

The CNC highlights the entry field for the selected axis.

2. Type the desired compensation for each segment assigned to the axis, and press

ENTER.

The CNC accepts the entered values.

Setting Offset and Zero Cross Parameters

Both the Offset and Zero Cross parameters enable you to specify a starting point for ballscrew compensation. Both values are measured from Machine Home. These values include distance and direction (positive or negative) from Machine Home. The CNC adds the two values to determine the starting point. For example, if the assigned offset is –0.01 mm and the Zero cross is –6.00 mm, then the CNC begins the compensated (lasered) area –6.01 mm from Machine Home along the axis.

Typically, Machine Home (0.0000) is the Zero Cross parameter and the Offset is just off the limit switch. However, any point along the range of travel can be selected for the Zero Cross or Offset.

Offset

To set the Ballscrew Offset parameter:

1. See Map 3

, Menu G. Highlight the menu selection corresponding to

the axis being set, and press

The CNC highlights the entry field for that axis.

2. Type the appropriate Ballscrew Offset for that axis. If the Offset location is Machine Home, enter measured from Machine Home.

ENTER.

0.00000. The ballscrew offset is

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Zero Cross

To set the Ballscrew Zero Cross parameter:

1. See Map 3 the axis being set, and press

The CNC highlights the entry field for that axis.

2. Type the appropriate Zero Cross parameter for that axis. If the Zero Cross parameter is at Machine Home, enter 0.00000. All entered values are referenced to Machine Home.

Setting Segment Length

In Ballscrew Compensation, the length of each lasered segment must be the same. The CNC counts off the segments from the beginning of the compensated area, as determined by the sum of the Offset and Zero Cross values assigned. The entered value should represent the segment length for each axis and the direction (positive or negative) of travel along the axis.

To set the Segment Length for Ballscrew Compensation:

1. See Map 3 the axis being set, and press

The CNC highlights the entry field for that axis.

2. Enter the desired segment length for that axis. (This value is a negative number for the negative travel direction with respect to the Machine Home position.)

, Menu H. Highlight the menu selection corresponding to

ENTER.

, Menu I. Highlight the menu selection corresponding to

ENTER.

Activating Ballscrew Compensation

To activate Ballscrew Compensation:

1. See Map 3

2. Press

, Menu D. Highlight Active.

ENTER to switch between Yes and No. [Default: No]

Automatic File Loader

This feature automatically loads a properly formatted laser data file into the Table Entries Setup Menu.

NOTE: The File Loader does not change the way segment length

ballscrew compensation is set. However, you must enter additional information. Some editing of the laser file will be necessary.

To load the laser file:

1. See Map 3

, Menu F. Press LdFile (F8). Type the appropriate

password, if required by the system.

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The CNC displays the Ballscrew compensation file loader menu. See Figure 2-1. Refer to Table 2-4, Ballscrew File Loader

Parameters

for a description of the Ballscrew File Loader Parameters.

2. Highlight Starting segment. Type the segment number of the first table entry, and press

ENTER.

3. Highlight Ending segment. Type the segment number for the last table entry, and press

ENTER.

4. Highlight Axis, and press

The CNC displays a pop-up menu with the following choices: X,

ENTER.

Y, Z,

U, V, or W.

5. Highlight the desired axis, and press

ENTER.

The CNC returns to the Ballscrew compensation file loader menu.

6. Highlight Action, and press

ENTER.

7. Highlight an option in the pop-up menu with the following options: Overwrite, Add, or Average, and press

8. Press Ldfile

(F8) again to load the file.

ENTER.

A successful load shows the new entries in the table.

9. Repeat the procedure for the other axes.

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Table Entries - Setup

File Loader Parameters

Default Settings

X Y Z U W

1. 0.00000 0.00000 0.00000 0.00000 0.00000

Select LdFile

Press LdFile (F8) to activate Fileloader window.

Ballscrew compensation file loader

1. Starting segment..

2. Ending segment...

3. Axis......................

4. Action...................

5. Filename..............

LASER.TXT

Overwrite

Average

Options Setup Menu

Figure 2-1, Ballscrew Compensation File Loader Menu

Table Entries Setup Window

Add

FILELOADER

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Table 2-4, Ballscrew File Loader Parameters

Parameter Description

Starting segment

Ending segment

Axis

Action

Filename

Determines which segment will be the first for data transfer. If a value greater than 128 (max. number of segments allowed) is entered, an Error message results. If a value greater than the Ending Segment value is entered, an Error message will be displayed. Valid range: (1 to 128)

Determines which row in the ballscrew compensation table will be the last to receive data from the laser file. If the segment limit on the table for the axis is exceeded, data will not be entered beyond the limit. Valid range: (1 to 128)

Determines to which axis data will be applied.

Three types of actions during data load can occur:

 Replacing the existing data in the table  Adding to the existing data  Be averaged with the existing data

Overwrite will clear any values in the table beyond the segment limit for the axis. Add and Average replace only the old values. Action enables the user to fine-tune ballscrew compensation values from multiple passes of laser readings.

Enter the DOS filename of the laser file, including the path, if different from the default.

Laser File Data File Format

The laser file data must be in the following format for the File Loader Utility:

n1, n2

where:

 n1 is the commanded position  , is the delimiter  n2 is the actual position as measured by the laser

Most laser data files have header information, which should be removed.

An example of an acceptable file format is as follows:

0 ,–1.05300568384907E–03 –1 ,–1.00202340866009 –2 ,–2.00227380774995 –3 ,–3.00247420656991

...............

–27 ,–27.0068997761763 –28 ,–28.0070941749639

The delimiter must be a comma (,).

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Most text editors support Find/Change or Search/Replace commands that facilitate such changes. The first number (0, –1, –2…) represents the commanded position; the second number represents the actual position measured by the laser.

For example, in the sample data file displayed above, a commanded move to –2.000 in. actually went to –2.00227380774995 in.

NOTE: Include the 0 value. It is used to calculate the first segment value

for the ballscrew compensation table.

Generating Ballscrew Compensation Values from Laser Files

This section describes how the CNC automatically interprets the laser data file. In the sample laser data file above, the following conditions apply:

 The segment length is 1 inch.  The 0-inch value (commanded) from the laser data (measured) is

approximately –0.00105 in.

 The 1-inch value (commanded) from the laser data (measured) is

approximately –1.00202 in.

 The values are negative, indicating negative machine movement.

The CNC compares the two values by subtracting the 1-inch value from the 0-inch value, then subtracts the segment length from the result, and reverses the sign of the final result for positive travel values.

Method:

[(Current Position)–(Previous Position)] – (Segment Length) = Directed

Error

2. - ((Sign of Segment)(Directed Error)) = Correction Entry

Example:

1. [(–1.00202) – (–0.00105)]) – (–1) = –0.00097

2. –[–(–0.00097)] = –

0.00097

This technique is used to find all ballscrew compensation table values. The File Loader automatically enters all compensation values into the Table Entries Setup Menu (Map 3

, Menu F).

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File Loader Error Messages

The File Loader allows up to 128 table entries. If more than 128 entries are loaded, the CNC displays the warning, “Data from file truncated!” The message will appear following the data transfer.

Jog Position

Set the segment limit (Refer to Map 3

, Menu D) to the proper limit before

you attempt the laser file load.

Ensure that the segment length setting matches the displacements of the laser readings. Otherwise, the ballscrew compensation table will contain invalid data. The laser data provided above, for example, shows displacements of one inch per segment. To avoid data error, the operator must type this value (1”) as the segment length before loading the laser readings.

The positive/negative sign of the segment size during ballscrew compensation file loading must match the direction of machine travel used for the laser readings. This also applies to the laser values.

The zero value in the laser file can be positive or negative, regardless of the direction of travel. Otherwise, a negative travel laser file must contain all negative values (with the possible exception of the zero value). The segment size must be negative as well. For positive travel, substitute “positive” for “negative” in all cases.

Jog position defines a point on the machine in reference to Machine Home to which the CNC will return when the Jog and Return function is activated.

In Auto and S. Step Modes, use the Jog and Return function to remove the tool from the part without aborting the program. It can be used to change a tool or inspect a critical dimension during normal operation.

[Default: 0.0000]

To set the Jog and Return Position in X, Y, Z, U, or W:

1. See Map 3

, Menu J. Highlight the axis being set, and press ENTER.

2. In the highlighted entry field, enter the appropriate coordinate for the selected axis.

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Axis Clamping

The control can clamp machine axes that are not in motion during machining.

Switch the Clamping Allowed option to enable (Yes) or disable (No) the clamping feature. [Default: disabled (No)]

Wait For Finish determines whether an external Finish signal is required upon the completion of clamping operations. Switch Wait for Finish to

Yes to require a Finish pulse or to No if a Finish pulse is not required.

NOTE: Refer to the Table 2-12, CNC Input Functions

external Finish signal.

for details on the

Clamping must be programmed via M-Code in the user program. Refer to Table 2-5.

Table 2-5, Axis Clamping M-Code

M-Code Format Description

M9246 M9246 Xx Yy Zz Uu Vv Ww Activates clamping for

given axes.

When a machine axis is clamped, the servo drive output is disabled. The clamping mechanism is engaged and an error in position is incurred. Specify the maximum allowable error with the Allowable Error option.

To enter the Allowable Error:

1. Go to Map 4

, Menu Q. Highlight Allowable Error, and press ENTER.

2. Type the Allowable Error.

Outputs available from the PC I/O Controller Board are used to disable the various servo drives during clamping. These outputs are specified with the Axis Ports option.

To disable an axis servo drive for clamping:

1. Refer to Map 4 assigned, and press

, Menu R. Highlight the axis for which outputs will be

ENTER. The Axis Outputs Menu (Menu S)

activates.

2. Choose the output required to disable the servo drive of the selected axis.

NOTE: The I/O Controller Board has eight (8) available auxiliary

outputs. It is possible to assign more than one function to a single output accidentally. The user should verify that each output is assigned only one function.

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Setting Axis Ports

This parameter allows you to assign an axis port on the OEM CNC chassis to a specific axis on the machine. Refer to Map 4 Refer to Table 2-6 for default axis port assignments. Normally, all axis ports are used. However, during machine setup or troubleshooting it might be necessary to disable an axis.

Table 2-6, Axis Ports for 5000M Three Axes

Port Axis

0 X

1 Y

2 Z

3 S

To change the Axis Ports Parameters:

, Menu D.

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5000M-4X

1. See Map 4

2. Highlight the appropriate port, and press

3. Highlight Disabled or the appropriate axis, and press

Map 4

, Axis Ports, Menu D.

ENTER.

ENTER. Refer to

, Menu E.

Repeat this procedure for all axes.

Refer to Table 2-7 for axis port assignments on 5000M Four Axes.

Table 2-7, Axis Ports for 5000M Four Axes

Port Axis

0 X

1 Y

2 Z

3 U

4 S

Refer to Map 5, Menu D and Menu E.

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Setting Feed, Rapid, and No-Motion Filter Parameters

Refer to Table 2-8 for axis port assignments on 5000M Five Axes.

Table 2-8, Axis Ports for 5000M Five Axes

Port Axis

0 X

1 Y

2 Z

3 U

4 S

5 W

Refer to Map 5, Menu D and Menu E.

These parameters enable tuning customized to the output of the combination of servos, motors and feedback devices on a specific installation.

Three Setup Utility menus affect the gain of each axis:

 Feed Filter Parameters Menu  Rapid Filter Parameters Menu  No Motion (or Holding) Filter Parameters Menu  Rigid Tapping Filters Menu

These setup menus allow the operator to set a gain value for Feed moves, which require greater accuracy than Rapid moves. In Rapid Mode, machine inertia, available servo drive output power, and other mechanical factors must be considered. The No Motion gain values control the gain of the axes when the machine is holding position.

An understanding of motion control theory is required to change these values properly.

When the CNC commands a move, (n), the output from the system is a digital word, u’ (n), representation of that move.

This digital word is derived from the output of the interpolators, which create a move-required value based upon current position of the axis, the geometric equations required to make the move, and the effect of any required compensation parameters. This move-required value is fed to the Feedforward Controller and the Digital Proportional, Integral, and Derivative Gain (PID) Filter, so that the output (digital word, u’ (n)) can be defined by the following equation:

Output = Voltage Offset + (Kp + Ki + Kd)

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Refer to Table 2-9, System Output Values and Definitions for an explanation of parameters.

To change the Feed Filter parameters:

1. See Map 6

, Feed Filter Parameters, Menu E.

2. Highlight the PID parameter being set.

3. Press the axis key for the axis being set. The entry field for the axis highlights.

4. Type the appropriate value for the parameter, and press

ENTER.

5. Repeat this procedure for all axes and parameters being set. [Defaults: Kp, default is 15.000. Ki default is 0.000. Kd default is

10.000. Kf default is 0.000. ΙL default is 0.000. Ds default is 5.]

To change the Rapid Filter parameters:

1. See Map 6

, Rapid Filter Parameters, Menu F.

2. Highlight the PID parameter being set (Kp, Ki, Kd, Kf, ΙL, or Ds).

3. Press the axis key for the axis being set. The entry field for the axis highlights.

4. Type the appropriate value for the parameter, and press

ENTER.

5. Repeat this procedure for all axes and parameters being set. [Defaults: Kp default is 10.000. Ki default is 0.000. Kd default is

10.000. Kf default is 0.000. ΙL default is 0.000. Ds default is 2.]

To change the No Motion Filter parameters:

1. See Map 6

, No Motion Filter Parameters, Menu G.

2. Highlight the PID parameter being set (Kp, Ki, Kd, Kf, ΙL, or Ds).

3. Press the axis key for the axis being set. The entry field for the axis highlights.

4. Type the appropriate value for the parameter, and press

ENTER.

5. Repeat this procedure for all axes and parameters that you set. [Defaults: For all axes, Kp default is 10.000. Ki default is 5.000. Kd default is 10.000. Kf default is 0.000. ΙL default is 10.000. Ds default is 5.]

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To change the Rigid Tapping Filters parameters for the Z-axis:

1. See Map 6

, Rigid Tapping Filters, Menu H.

2. Highlight the PID parameter being set (Kp, Kd, Kf, or Ds).

3. Type the appropriate value for the parameter, and press

ENTER.

4. Repeat this procedure for all parameters that you wish to change.

5. For the Enable parameter, press

ENTER to toggle between Yes and

No. Toggle to Yes to use the table values; otherwise, the default

values are used. [Defaults: For Z-axis, Kp default is 0.000. Kd default is 0.000. Kf default is 0.000. Ds default is 0. Enable is No.] Valid range Kp, Kd, Kf, Ds: 0.000 to 300.000)

Table 2-9, System Output Values and Definitions

Value Definition

Kp Proportional Gain. This value is derived by directly

multiplying the Kp coefficient by the position error. It is designed to compensate for immediate changes in servo error position.

Ki Integral Gain. This value applies a long-term accumulation

of error correction over time. It is used to ensure that the static position error is zero: 0-position error at rest or at constant velocity. Multiplying the Ki coefficient by the position error and then adding it to the previously computed Integral Gain value derives it.

Kd Derivative Gain. This value reacts to a change in error over

time. The derivative value is calculated by multiplying the Kd coefficient by the current error minus the error calculated in the previous sample.

ΙL

Ds Derivative Sampling Time. The rate at which the derivative

Feedforward Gain. Feedforward gain is used to reduce the amount of lag (following error) that an axis generates during constant velocity.

Integral Limit. The total maximum amount of Ki correction permitted by the Digital Filter. Ki gain effect is held to a

preset maximum, (the amount of Ki correction permitted by the Digital Filter.

gain (Kd) is applied.

ΙL term) which is the total maximum

NOTE: Refer to 5000M CNC Motion Setup/Testing Utility, P/N 70000636

manual for documentation on using features that allow the CNC to automatically determine filter parameters. The Rigid Tapping Filters are not set automatically.

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Setting Position Error Check Parameters

WARNING: The Position Error Check parameter must be enabled for the CNC

system to be able to declare a servo fault and shut down the system in an emergency.

The CNC detects a loss of motion and declares an error via the Position Error Check (PEC) algorithm. You can configure the parameters for these calculations. Refer to Table 2-10 for definitions of the PEC parameters.

Table 2-10, Position Error Check Parameters

Position Error

Check Parameter

Maximum idle time (ms)

Maximum lag error

Check rapidrate

Check feedrate

Enable error checking

If the PEC algorithm detects a fault, the servos shut off and the CNC displays one of the following messages:

Definition

The amount of time, in milliseconds, allowed between the internal command for a move and the input of counts from the feedback device, indicating motion. [Default: 100.00 msec]

The error distance allowed at rest or low feedrates, before declaring a fault. [Default: 0.0100]

Ensures that machine is reaching its full-programmed rapid rate. If it does not, an Error Message displays. [Default: Yes]

Ensures that machine is reaching its full-programmed feed rate. If it does not, an Error Message displays. [Default: Yes]

Allows you to configure or disable PEC option for troubleshooting or comparison. [Default: Yes]

CAUTION: You must enable the PEC parameter for the CNC to declare a servo fault and shut down the system in an emergency.

ERROR: (AXIS) LAG OVER MAX!

ERROR: LOST (AXIS) FEEDBACK!

To change a PEC parameter:

1. See Map 6 changed, and press

, Menu I. Highlight the PEC parameter for the axis to be

ENTER.

The entry field for that parameter highlights.

2. Type the desired value in the entry field, and press

3. For the Enable Error Checking parameter, press between Yes and No

ENTER.

ENTER to toggle

The CNC activates the selected choice.

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Setting Amplifier Tuning Rapids

These parameters enable amplifier tuning rapid rate on specific axes. This is the maximum speed that a specific axis can operate. The Amplifier is tuned for this speed. The actual Rapid used is specified under Default Rapids and should be less than or equal to the Amplifier Tuning Rapids. [Default: 0.] Valid range: (0. to 2,000.)

To change an Amplifier Tuning Rapids parameter:

1. See Map 6 press

The entry field for that parameter highlights.

2. Type the desired value in the entry field, and press

3. For the Amplifier Tuning Rapid Enable parameter, press toggle between Yes and No

Setting Digital Amplifier

These parameters enable the Digital Amplifiers on specific axes. When an axis is selected to have Digital Amplifiers, the communication port will be open/close automatically when functions pertaining to the Digital Amplifiers are selected. Refer to 5000M CNC Motion Setup/Testing

Utility, P/N 70000636.

To set the digital amplifier:

1. See Map 8 Digital Amplifier Parameters. Highlight Active digital amplifiers, and press

2. Highlight the axis you want to change, and press

Map 8

, Menu J. Highlight the line for the axis to be changed, and

ENTER.

ENTER to

, Menu D. Refer to Table 2-11 for a description of the

ENTER to display Map 8, Menu E.

ENTER to display

, Menu F.

3. Press

ENTER to toggle between Disable and Enable.

Table 2-11, Digital Amplifier Parameters

Digital Amplifier

Parameter

Active digital amplifiers

Balance adjustment (mV)

Signal Gain adjustment (%)

Compensation adjustment (%)

Enables digital amplifier interface for a specific axis. [Default: Disable]

Used to increase/decrease the steps when running the Balance test (up/down arrows). [Default: 0.5 mV] Valid range: (0.3 to 100.0 mV)

Used to increase/decrease the Gain Adjustment step when running Signal Gain test (up/down arrows). [Default: 0.10 %] Valid range: (0.01 to 2.00 %)

Used to increase/decrease the Compensation Adjustment step when running Signal Gain test (right/left arrows). [Default: 0.02 %] Valid range: (0.01 to 2.00 %)

Definition

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Setting Invert DAC Output

The Digital Analog Converter (DAC) establishes the direction of the spindle. A positive voltage is spindle forward. To reverse the direction of the spindle, change the option to Yes. See Map 8

, Menu G.

[Default: X, Y, Z, U, W - Invert DAC Output No]

U Axis Setup

5400M/MK

5000M-4X

In addition to the primary axis (i.e., XYZ), the 5000M Four Axes includes an Auxiliary axis, the U-axis. Most auxiliary axis parameters are included under the General Axis Setup menu in the same menus where the primary axis parameters are defined.

Refer to Table 2-12 and Map 9

, Menu C. Use this menu to configure

auxiliary axis specific parameters.

Table 2-12, Auxiliary Axis Specific Parameters

Parameter

Type

Definition

None (disabled), Linear, or Rotary. [Default: None]

Display

Set to Yes display position value; otherwise, set to No. [Default: Yes]

Reset rotary at 360

If type is rotary this parameter can be set to force a reset (i.e., set to 0) when the axis reaches 360 degrees. [Default: Yes]

Synchronize to XYZ

Allows the axis to be synchronized to XYZ. [Default: No]

U and W Axes Setup

5500M

5000M-5X

The 5000M Five Axes includes two auxiliary axes; namely U and W. The W-axis parameters are setup in the same way as the U-axis parameters described above. Refer to Map 9

, Menu E.

Spindle Axis Setup Menu

Refer to Map 10, Menu C. Use these parameters to configure spindle settings and gear ranges.

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Setting Spindle DC Output

NOTE: Set the spindle drive to accept DC voltage.

Spindle output refers to the type of DC drive output provided by the control, as required for the spindle drive in use.

Unipolar - Output varies linearly, depending on the spindle speed the user selects. The range is 0 to +10VDC. Direction must be selected by other means such as reversing contactors.

Bipolar - Output ranges from –10 to +10VDC. A voltage of 0 VDC represents a commanded 0 RPM spindle speed.

The system outputs a negative DC voltage for Spindle Reverse (M4) commands and a positive DC voltage for Spindle Forward (M3) commands. The DC voltage is linear with respect to the RPM of the spindle speed command. Consequently, required voltage (0 VDC to ±10 VDC) increases as spindle speed increases (in reverse or forward directions). The maximum voltage, ±10 VDC, is output at the highest RPM value of the gear range.

1. See Map 10

2. Highlight Spindle output. Press

Bipolar or Unipolar

Setting Spindle Gear Ranges

NOTE: The DC output is a linear value based on the high setting for the

M40 gear range.

Depending on the mechanical considerations of the system, the spindle drive may not require gearing and belt drive arrangements to provide the required spindle speeds and torque.

You can use the Setup Utility to set either one gear range or up to four separate gear ranges. Refer to Map 10

To set up for only one gear range, switch Gear ranges used to Single-

M40 [Default]. To set up for multiple gear ranges, switch Gear ranges used to Multiple.

When you set only one gear range, a programmed gear range is not required during spindle operation. For example, a command to activate a DC spindle drive at 1500 RPM reverse direction would be programmed as

S1500 M04

, Menu C.

ENTER to toggle the setting to either

. [Default: Unipolar]

, Menu C.

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When you set multiple gear ranges, the CNC assumes DC spindle operation. You can program up to four separate gear ranges (M41, M42, M43, and M44). Each gear range specifies a minimum and a maximum speed for the range. The CNC program requires three entries for spindle operation commands: gear range, speed, and direction, as follows:

Gear range and speed M42 S1500

Direction M03

At the highest RPM in the range, the system outputs the maximum DC voltage, +10 VDC. 0 RPM always represents 0 VDC. The lowest RPM voltage is a ratio of the highest speed to the lowest speed. For example, If M41 has a range of 1,000 RPM to 10,000 RPM, then 10,000 RPM results in 10 VDC and 1000 RPM results in 1 VDC.

NOTE: If Spindle Forward is active, the voltage is positive. If Spindle

Reverse is active, the voltage is negative.

Defaults are as follows:

 Low/High setting for M40 gear range is 50 and 6,000 RPM

 Low/High setting for M41 gear range is 50 and 6,000 RPM

 Low/High setting for M42 gear range is 165 and 501 RPM

 Low/High setting for M43 gear range is 500 and 1,471 RPM

 Low/High setting for M44 gear range is 1,470 and 4,640 RPM

To set the Spindle Gear Range:

1. See Map 10

2. Press

, Menu C. Highlight Gear ranges used.

ENTER to toggle the setting between Single-M40 and Multiple.

[Default: Single-M40]

3. Highlight Low Setting through M44), and press

4. Type the desired Low range RPM. Press

5. Highlight High Setting M41 through M44), and press

for... (select appropriate RPM setting for M41

ENTER.

ENTER to store the setting.

for... (select appropriate RPM selection for

ENTER.

6. Type the desired High Range RPM. Press

ENTER to store the setting.

7. Set up all necessary gear changes.

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Invert DAC in M40–M44 Gear Range

The Digital Analog Converter (DAC) establishes the direction of the spindle. A positive voltage is spindle forward. To reverse the direction of the spindle, change the option to Yes. [Default: No]

M40–M44 Ratio (Spindle Pulley)

The number of teeth for the M40–M44 spindle pulley. [Default: 1.0]

M40–M44 Ratio (Motor Pulley)

The number of teeth for the M40–M44 motor pulley. [Default: 1.0]

Gear Change RPM

Gear Change RPM specifies the spindle speed at which a gear change is performed. [Default: 10]

To set the Gear change RPM:

1. See Map 10

ENTER.

, Menu C. Highlight Gear change RPM, and press

The entry field for the parameter highlights.

2. Type the desired number, and press

Setting the Spindle Encoder Lines

For machines fitted with spindle encoders, you must set the spindle encoder line count.

The spindle axis is normally operated in open-loop mode. It is not necessary for the spindle to be fitted with an encoder to allow DC spindle programming. [Default: 1,024 lines per revolution]

To set the number of spindle encoder lines:

1. See Map 10

ENTER.

, Menu C. Highlight Spindle encoder lines, and press

The entry field for the parameter highlights.

2. Type the number of encoder lines, and press

ENTER.

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Setting Spindle RPM Display

NOTE: This parameter affects only the displayed RPM value. It does not

affect RPM or voltage output to the spindle.

Spindle RPM Display allows you to configure the CNC to display feedback from a spindle encoder (Feedback) or from a programmed RPM. [Default: Feedback]

To set the Spindle RPM Display:

1. See Map 10

2. Press

, Menu C. Highlight Spindle RPM Display.

ENTER to toggle the setting to either Feedback or Program.

Switch to Feedback to configure the spindle RPM display for rotary encoder feedback. Switch to Program to configure the display to show the programmed RPM.

Checking Spindle During Gear Change

Checking the spindle during gear change allows you to either stop the spindle before you can change a gear (e.g., change from M41 to M42) or enables you to change gears without stopping the spindle. [Default: Yes

To check the spindle during a gear change:

1. Refer to Map 10

, Menu C. Highlight Check spindle during gear

change.

2. Press

ENTER to toggle the setting On (Yes) or Off (No).

If this parameter is set to Yes and a gear change code is executed with the spindle running, the CNC will generate an error message. If parameter is set to No, a gear change code may be executed with the spindle running.

Stopping Program on Gear Change

]

Stopping the program on gear change allows you to configure the CNC to stop program execution during a gear change. If you specify Yes, the CNC checks for spindle movement (RPM). If there is spindle movement, the CNC displays an error message and stops the machine. If you specify No, the CNC does not stop the machine for a gear change. [Default: No]

To stop the program during a gear change:

1. Refer to Map 10

2. Press

ENTER to toggle the setting to On (Yes) or Off (No).

, Menu C. Highlight Stop program on gear c4ange.

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Checking RPM to be Within Gear Range

Checking RPM to be Within Gear Range prevents you from designating an RPM outside the active gear range. If you specify Yes, the CNC checks the RPM. If the entered RPM is not within the active gear range, the CNC displays an error message. If you specify No, the CNC does not check the entered RPM against the active gear range. [Default: Yes]

To check the RPM gear range:

1. Refer to Map 10

ange.

2. Press

ENTER to toggle the setting to On (Yes) or Off (No).

, Menu C. Highlight Check RPM to be within gear

Stop/Start Spindle when Hold/Start Pressed

During Automatic operations (i.e., Auto or Single Step), the CNC has the capability of automatically stopping the spindle when the Hold key is pressed and re-starting the spindle when the Start key is pressed. The spindle is re-started only if it was previously running. If you specify Yes this feature is enabled. Sending the appropriate M-codes through the interface does the stopping and starting of the spindle. That is, M5 is sent for stopping and M3 or M4 (based on which one was active when the spindle was stopped) is sent for starting. [Default: No]

NOTE: This feature also applies to External Hold and External Start input

functions.

To enable this feature:

1. Refer to Map 10

, Menu C. Highlight Stop/Start spindle when

Hold/Start pressed.

2. Press

ENTER to toggle the setting to On (Yes) or Off (No).

Stop Program and Spindle on Gear Range Error

If set to Yes, and an error occurs during a gear range operation (for example, spindle speed out of range): the spindle stops, the program that is running is halted, and an error message is displayed. [Default: Yes]

Encoder Mounted on Motor

Set to Yes when the spindle encoder feedback is mounted on the spindle motor; otherwise, set to No. [Default: No]

Spindle Zero Speed RPM Tolerance

This parameter is the tolerance value used by IPI register M28-ZEROSPD. M28-ZEROSPD is set to TRUE when RPM Feedback is less than or equal to this parameter. [Default: 1] Valid range: (0 to 100)

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Spindle at Speed Percent

This parameter is used to set the IPI register M29-ATSPD. M29-ATSPD is to TRUE when RPM Feedback is at the percentage specified by the parameter. (i.e. percent of actual versus command RPM) [Default: 90] Valid range: (50 to 100)

Setting Basic I/O Interface

This section describes how to setup basic CNC I/O functions.

The exchange of control signals between machine devices and the control is governed by the system I/O Controller. Input signal implementation is a standard feature.

The specific properties of the signals exchanged are configured via the software settings made in the Setup Utility.

The System I/O Controller in all configurations governs input signals from machine devices to the control.

Setting the I/O interface Type

The interface type specifies how the CNC exchanges input and output signals with other devices. The CAN I/O type can be used for simple installations. For more advanced capability, use the ANILAM Integral Programmable Interface (IPI) setting to create a logic program that runs on the CNC.

[Default: CAN I/O]

To activate the I/O interface:

1. See Map 10

, Menu D. Highlight Type. This setting activates the CAN I/O, allowing the exchange of input and output signals between the control and CAN I/O boards.

2. Press ENTER to display a pop-up menu with the following selections:

Disabled Disables all I/O. The CNC and the machine will not

exchange I/O signals.

I/O Activates CAN I/O interface type. Inputs from the

CAN

machine generate function signals that are sent to the CNC via the CAN-Bus channel. Function signals from the CNC are sent to an I/O board (via the CAN-Bus protocol) to activate the required outputs.

ANILAM

IPI Activates the ANILAM Integral Programmable

Intelligence (IPI). IPI accesses CNC registers and system flags to create sophisticated programs that control many machine functions. For example, use IPI to control the turret on a turning center or a tool changer on a machining center. For details, refer to the Integral Programmable Intelligence User's Guide,

P/N 70000416.

3. Highlight one selection, and press

ENTER.

[Default: CAN I/O]

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Setting Finish Pulse Timeout

NOTE: Press E-STOP and SERVO RESET to regain control of a CNC

holding for a finish pulse.

When an output port configured for a finish pulse is activated, the CNC is put on hold until an external finish pulse is received. While on hold, the CNC will not run program blocks (in Programmed Mode) and will not respond to keypad inputs (in Manual Mode).

The finish pulse is a signal from a machine device. It informs the CNC that the requested operation is completed.

If no finish pulse is received by the end of the timeout period, the CNC will display an Error message.

To set the Timeout:

1. See Map 10

, Menu D. Highlight Timeout, and press ENTER.

The Timeout entry field highlights.

2. Type the number of milliseconds, and press

[Default: 10,000 (10 sec)] Valid range: (0 to 600,000 milliseconds) A zero (0) entry causes an indefinite hold.

Issuing Spindle Stop on Servo Fault or Emergency Stop

Issuing a spindle stop allows you to stop the spindle when there is a servo fault or emergency stop.

To issue a spindle stop:

1. Refer to Map 10

, Menu D. Highlight Issue SpStop on SvoFlt or

Estop.

2. Press

ENTER to toggle the setting to either No (Off) or Yes (On).

(Default: Yes)

Displaying Internal Interface Messages

Displaying the internal interface messages allows you to override the internal interface messages (i.e., feedhold, external hold, etc.) so that the IPI can generate a different message.

ENTER.

1. Refer to Map 10

, Menu D. Highlight Display internal interface

messages.

2. Press

ENTER to toggle the setting ON (Yes) or Off (No).

[Default: Yes]

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Setting Up DSP2 Node

To set up the DSP

Node:

1. See Map 10

The CNC displays Menu I.

NOTE: The DSP

any of three input functions.

2. To configure each bit, press Input (F1).

The CNC displays Menu K.

3. Highlight Input 0, Input 1, or Input 2, and press

The CNC displays Menu I, ready for you to assign a function to each bit. [Default: Bit 0]

4. To assign bit functions in Menu I, highlight the desired input function, and press

The CNC displays Menu J.

5. Highlight Off, Active Low, or Active High for each function.

Setting Up CAN I/O Nodes

To set up a CAN I/O Node:

1. See Map 11

, Menu H. Highlight DSP2 Node, and press ENTER.

Node has three input bits, which can be assigned to

ENTER.

, Menu D. Highlight CAN Node #, and press ENTER.

2. The CNC displays Menu E.

3. Press

ENTER to configure the Installed parameter. Select Yes if the

Can I/O board is installed; otherwise, select No.

4. Highlight Type. Press

ENTER to select All Digital or Digital/Analog.

NOTE: CAN I/O nodes set to All Digital provide 10 digital inputs and 6

digital outputs. CAN I/O nodes set to Digital/Analog provide: one analog input, 10 digital inputs, and five digital outputs.

5. If Digital/Analog is selected in Type then the highlight Analog input

use, press

NOTE: Refer to OEM CNC Installation, P/N 70000506

ENTER and Select Gauge.

, for additional

hardware setup required using analog inputs.

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Assigning Input Functions to an Input

NOTE: All CAN Nodes (0 through 5) operate identically. To assign input

functions to a CAN Node’s input ports, see Map 11. The # symbol indicates CAN Node 0 through CAN Node 5, as determined in Menu D.

To configure CAN Input functions:

1. See Map 11

, Menu E. Highlight Inputs, and press ENTER.

The CNC displays Menu F, CAN Input # Functions (Node #) – Setup.

2. Press Input (F1) to select the input bit to be assigned to the input function.

The CNC displays Menu G.

3. Highlight an input from Input 0 through Input 9. [Default: 0]. To select the input, press

ENTER.

NOTE: The heading of Menu F changes to reflect the active bit selected

in Menu G. Refer to Map 11. For example, if you select Input 4 in Menu G and press ENTER, the CNC displays the heading on Menu F as CAN Input 4 (Node #) - Setup.

4. Highlight one of the available input functions, and press ENTER.

5. The CNC displays Menu H, Option Setup Menu.

6. Highlight Off, Active Low, or Active High for each function.

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CNC Input Functions

Each input function causes a specific action by the CNC. Refer to

Map 11

, Menu F. Refer to Table 2-13 for a list of the available input

functions.

Table 2-13, CNC Input Functions

Input Function Definition

Tool guard

Holds the CNC program and stops the machine spindle. This input must be removed before the program can continue.

To restart the spindle, press START once. To continue the program press START a second time. If the spindle was not running when the function was activated, press START once to continue the program.

The tool guard function permits compliance with regulations that require an intact tool guard in place for the machine to run.

External finish pulse

Optional block skip (0–9)

External start

External hold

External feed hold

External manual select

Start reading keyboard

Stop reading keyboard

An input signal from a machine device that informs the CNC that the requested operation was completed.

When an output port configured for a finish pulse is activated, the CNC is put on hold until a finish pulse input is received.

While on hold, the CNC will not continue to run program blocks (if in Programmed Mode) and will not respond to keypad inputs (if in Manual Mode).

Activating this input enables a block skip command (0–9). Block skip switches must be programmed into the part program.

Performs the same function as START key on the CNC keypad.

Performs the same function as

HOLD key on the CNC keypad.

Holds the program if the CNC attempts a feed. A Spindle Off condition during a feed move normally activates this function.

This input enables manual hardware operation. Position display is generated from encoder inputs. In this mode, the CNC no longer commands axis motion. Thus, an operator can move the machine with the hand wheels and use the CNC as a digital read out. Use this function with the Auto/Manual switch included in the 5000M Kit Style CNCs.

Allows the CNC to accept inputs from the CNC keypad (or keyboard).

Commands the CNC NOT to respond to inputs from the CNC keypad (or keyboard). Allows you to set a keyboard lockout system.

When you lock out the keypad (or keyboard), all keys except

E-STOP remain

inoperative.

Initialize #999 to 0

When the input attached to 999 is activated, the value of the variable becomes 0.

Increment #999

Set 100 percent feed override

When activated, the value of register 999 increments by 1.

When activated, ignores settings of

the FEEDRATE OVERRIDE switch and

sets to 100% (no feedrate override).

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Table 2-13, CNC Input Functions (Continued)

Input Function Definition

Spindle CW (M3)

When activated, CNC initiates an M3 output. Duplicates spindle

CW function.

Spindle CCW (M4)

Spindle Off (M5)

General Error Input message

General Warning Input Message

Remote Jog +

Remote Jog -

Remote Resolution Selector

Remote Axis Selector

When activated, CNC initiates an M4 output. Duplicates spindle CCW function.

When activated, CNC initiates an M5 output. Duplicates spindle

OFF

function.

Stops the program and generates an Error message. You must correct the error condition before you can restart the program.

Generates a Warning message at the CNC. The program continues to run.

Allows you to make positive jog moves from a remote manual panel. Works the same as the Jog + key on the manual panel, and follows the axis selector and resolution selector from the manual panel.

Allows you to make negative jog moves from a remote manual panel. Works the same as the Jog - key on the manual panel, and follows the axis selector and resolution selector from the manual panel.

Allows you to select the axis resolution factor from a remote manual panel. Three input bits are used with each bit corresponding to x1, x10 and x100 resolution. The three input bits must be sequential. If used with an MPG, the Remote Resolution Selector applies to the MPG connected to CTR 0.

Allows you to select an axis from a remote manual panel. The number of bits required must correspond to the number of axes available. For example, three input bits are used with each bit corresponding to X, Y, and Z-axis on a 5000M Three Axes systems. Four bits are required on four axes systems, and five bits with five axes systems. The input bits must be sequential. If used with an MPG, the Remote Axis Selector applies to the MPG connected to CTR 0.

Clamping finish

Acknowledge signal from clamp mechanism. Refer to “

Axis Clamping.”

pulse

Enable remote Z adjust

Remote Z Adjust is a custom feature. This feature allows the Z-axis to be moved during Auto, Single Step, or Manual mode. The input function “Remote Z Adjust” must be active (that is, switch pressed) to allow this special operating mode. This mode allows you to move the Z-axis during program execution. It is not necessary to press HOLD. If X and/or Y are moving, they will continue to move while the Z-axis is adjusted accordingly. The adjustments performed in this mode are tracked on the machine position (that is, program position does not change). Therefore, it is possible to build an offset (or shift) between the machine position and the program position. To cancel this offset, you must execute the M-code command M9204 X1. This cancels any offset introduced by using the Z Adjust operation mode.

Optional program stop

Corresponding hardware switch for M-code M01 (Optional Program Stop). The status of the switch is reflected on this input function. When switch is ON, M01 acts as M00. If switch is OFF, program will ignore M01. This input function is required for M01.

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Output Function Setup

The CAN I/O board generates outputs to activate or deactivate various machine devices as commanded by the CNC. The CNC supports Mfunction outputs. M-function outputs are activated when programmed Mcode blocks are executed and M-Function numbers (1 through 99) correspond to program M-Code numbers (1 through 99).

Run an M-code block to activate the outputs assigned to like-numbered M-functions.

To set an output port:

1. Configure the port to produce the type and logic of the signal required to control the device on the machine.

2. Assign the port to the functions that will activate and deactivate it.

A port can be used by more than one function.

Configuring Output Ports

Default port settings provide a +24VDC common source when the port is active, and put the port in a high impedance state when the port is inactive. Each output port is rated for 500 mA. Usually, one function activates a port and another deactivates it (latched output). Sometimes, the CNC emits an output signal for a user-specified duration (pulsed output). The default port settings open and close relays that operate devices on the machine. Figure 2-2, Typical Inactive Port (Default Port

Settings) illustrates typical Inactive port settings and Figure 2-3, Typical Active Port (Default Port Settings) illustrates typical active port settings.

Configure each port independently to generate a constant output or a single pulse (of definable width) with either high or low activation logic. Logical combinations of port setup options can be used together.

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Inactive Port

(Default Setup)

Port At High Impedance State

Figure 2-2, Typical Inactive Port (Default Port Settings)

Active Port

(Default Setup)

Port Provides

24VDC

Common

Machine

Machine Relay

Circuit

(Open)

24VDC Power Supply

24VDC

Common

Machine

+24VDC

Machine Relay

Circuit

(Closed)

24VDC Power Supply

24VDC

Common

Figure 2-3, Typical Active Port (Default Port Settings)

+24VDC

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Assigning M-Functions to Outputs

NOTE: CAN Node 0 and CAN Nodes 1 through 5 operate identically. To

assign M-functions to a CAN Node’s output ports, see Map 11. The # symbol indicates any CAN Node, as determined in Menu E.

The CNC can generate up to 99 M-functions (M1 to M99). An M-function can activate or deactivate the ports assigned to it. An output can be assigned to more than one M-function.

1. See Map 11, Menu D. Highlight a CAN Node (0–5).

The CNC displays Menu E.

2. Highlight Outputs, and press

ENTER.

The CNC displays Menu I.

Configure M-functions as follows:

1. Press Output (F1) to select the output bit to be assigned to an M-function.

The CNC displays Menu L.

NOTE: The CNC changes the Heading in Menu I to reflect the active bit

selected in Menu L. Refer to Map 11. For example, if you select Bit 4 in Menu K and press ENTER, the CNC displays the heading on Menu I as M-Functions (Output 4, Node #) - Setup.

2. Highlight the desired output bit, and press ENTER.

3. Highlight the M-function to be configured, and press

ENTER.

The CNC displays Menu J.

4. Highlight Unused, Bit On, or Bit Off, and press

ENTER.

5. To configure the attributes for an output bit press ATTR (F7).

The CNC displays Menu K.

6. Highlight a bit from 0 to

The CNC displays Menu

5, and press ENTER.

Use Menu M to configure the following output bit attributes:

 Pulse (msec) - Maintains port output for the specified period, in

milliseconds. Any value from 0 to 32,000 is allowed. If you specify 0msec pulse, the CNC maintains output until the port is turned off. The CNC will delay running the program for the duration of a non-zero (msec) pulse.

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 Delay (msec) - Holds program run for the specified period of time after

completion of the M-function. Type the number of milliseconds. Any value from 0 to 32,000 is allowed. If the Delay (msec) is set to zero, then there is no delay.

 Finish - When a function activates an output port that is set for a

finish pulse, the CNC delays running the program until an External Finish Pulse input function is received. If it does not receive a finish pulse by the end of the timeout period, the CNC displays an message and terminates the program.

If you specify Finish for a port that has a non-zero (msec) pulse, the CNC acknowledges External finish pulse only after the pulse expires.

 Active - Sets output logic as Active High or Active Low. When set

Active High, Sink CAN I/O boards provide a switched 24V common output and source CAN .I/O boards provide a switched 24VDC. When set Active Low, the port is in high impedance state when activated. See OEM CNC Installation, P/N 70000506

, for more details.

NOTE: Output bit attributes can be set at any time after an output bit has

been selected.

Error

Setting Up Gauges

Gauges allow you to monitor analog inputs that vary from zero to 5 VDC (e.g., DC outputs for drive controllers, adjustment potentiometers, etc.).

NOTE: Before specifying a gauge, ensure that you have specified the

To specify a gauge(s):

1. Refer to Map 10

A pop-up menu is displayed (Map 10 Gauge #1, Gauge #2, and Gauge #3.

2. Highlight the desired gauge, and press

A pop-up menu is displayed (Map 10 Name, and Input node.

3. Highlight Options Active. Press to activate/deactivate the gauge. (Default: Yes)

4. Highlight Name. Press to the gauge in the entry field.

Node Type for the CAN I/O as Digital/Analog. This will enable the gauge to be activated. See Map 11, Menu E.

, Menu D. Highlight Gauges.

, Menu F) listing the options:

ENTER.

, Menu G) listing options Active,

ENTER to toggle the selection On/Off

ENTER and assign a name (e.g., spindle load)

5. Highlight Input node. Press

ENTER and assign a node (0–5) to the

gauge in the entry field. This is the node from which the analog value is measured for the particular gauge.

Gauges are displayed in the bottom of the CNC’s Manual, Auto, S.Step, and MST screens.

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Programmable I/O Interface Setup

The CNC has an integrated programmable I/O interface tool known as Integral Programmable Intelligence or IPI. For information on IPI, refer to the Integral Programmable Intelligence User’s Guide, P/N 70000416

Handwheel/DRO Setup

The CNC supports counter ports. These ports can be configured as DRO (i.e., Digital ReadOut) or handwheels (i.e., MPGs). A system normally has two counter ports available. Any combination of DROs or handwheels that do not exceed the available counter ports can be used.

5500M

5000M-5X

The 5000M Five Axes has three counter ports. The third counter port is referred to as Handwheel/DRO #3. See Map 5

, Menu K.

There are two parameters that apply to the counter port regardless of its use as a handwheel or DRO. Refer to Table 2-14 for a definition of these parameters. See Map 4

, Menu G and Menu L.

Table 2-14, Handwheel/DRO Common Parameters

Setting Description

Type

Phase

Specifies the use of the counter port. Available choices are: None, Handwheel, Linear DRO, Rotary DRO, and Coupled DRO.

Switch this setting to invert one channel of the encoder output. An inversion of one channel changes the relationship of the A and B phases by 180° (positive direction becomes negative direction).

Setting of these parameters is described in the following topics.

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Handwheel Parameters

Refer to Table 2-15 for information on the parameters used to only when the counter port is configured for handwheel use. See Map 4 and Menu N.

Table 2-15, Handwheel Parameters

Setting Description

, Menu H

Resolution

Axis

Scaling Factor

Selects the axis resolution for the handwheel attached to the port. Set the resolution to MP Switch to select a resolution from the jog selector on the manual panel.

Selects the axis controlled by the handwheel on this port. Set the axis to MP Switch to select an axis from the rotary switch on the manual panel or assign the handwheel to a dedicated axis.

Changes the sensitivity of the handwheel. A higher number will make the axis run faster. A lower number will make the axis run slower.

To configure Handwheel #1or #2:

NOTE: You may perform all of the steps below in sequence, or, if the

handwheel is already configured, you may change one or more of the parameters.

1. See Map 4, Menu B. Highlight Handwheel/DRO in the Builder Setup menu.

2. Press

Map 4

3. Press

Map 4

ENTER to display the Handwheel/DRO-Setup menu. See

, Menu F.

ENTER to display the Handwheel/DRO #1 – Setup menu. See

, Menu G.

4. Press

ENTER to select the Type for Handwheel/DRO #1. See Map 4,

Menu I. [Default: None]

5. Highlight Handwheel and press

ENTER to setup other Handwheel

parameters.

6. Highlight Phase.

7. Press

ENTER to toggle to the desired phase setting, Invert or Not

Invert. [Default: Not Invert]

8. Highlight Handwheel, and press configure other Handwheel specific parameters. See Map 4

9. Highlight Resolution, and press

ENTER. This will allow you to

, Menu H.

ENTER.

10. In the pop-up menu that is displayed, highlight one of the options: MP Switch, Fixed 1, Fixed 10, or Fixed 100. [Default: MP Switch].

Press ENTER. See Map 4, Menu J. Refer to Table 2-16, Handwheel

Resolution Parameters for a description of these options.

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Table 2-16, Handwheel Resolution Parameters

Setting Description

MP Switch

This setting is available for Handwheel #1. The resolution is determined by the setting on the CNC’s Manual Panel resolution selector rotary switch.

SK Switch

This setting is only available for Handwheel #2. The resolution is determined by a setting selected via soft keys in Manual Mode. See 5000M CNC

Programming and Operations Manual,

, for more details.

Fixed 1, 10, 100

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Corresponds to resolution x1, x10 and x100 respectively.

11. Highlight Axis, and press

ENTER.

12. In the pop-up menu that is displayed, highlight one of the options: MP Switch, Fixed X, Fixed Y, or Fixed Z. [Default: MP Switch]. Press

ENTER. See Map 4, Menu K. Refer to Table 2-17 for a description of

these options.

Table 2-17, Handwheel Axis Parameters

Setting Description

MP Switch

SK Switch

Fixed X, Y, Z

This setting is only available for Handwheel #1. The axis is determined by the setting on the CNC’s Manual Panel axis selector rotary switch.

This setting is only available for Handwheel #2. The axis is determined by a setting selected via soft keys in Manual Mode. See 5000M CNC Programming

and Operations Manual, P/N 70000508, for more

details.

The handwheel axis can be fixed to a specific primary axis.

13. Highlight Scaling Factor, and press ENTER.

The entry field for the parameter highlights.

14. Type the desired value, and press

ENTER. [Default: 1.00]

Configure other handwheels in a same way as described above.

5500M

5000M-5X

The 5000M five axes configuration can support up to three handwheels. See Map 5

, Menu K for the additional Handwheel/DRO entry. Thus, a machine can be configured with a handwheel dedicated to each of the primary axis (i.e., XYZ). In such a configuration, the Axis parameter should be set to Fixed X, Fixed Y, and Fixed Z for XYZ respectively.

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DRO Parameters

Refer to Table 2-18 for information on the settings used only when the counter port is configured for DRO use. See Map 5

Table 2-18, DRO Parameters

Setting Description

, Menu H.

Display Axis

Type

Reset Rotary at 360

Display Resolution

Resolution

Encoder Lines

Pitch

Ratio

Allows you to specify a label for the DRO. Available choices are: None, U, V, W, A, B, and C. See Map 5 Menu H. Do not use U or W as DRO labels if these correspond to controlled axis.

Feedback device type (Linear Encoder or Rotary Encoder)

If DRO type is Rotary DRO this parameters will force the CNC to initializes the DRO display to 0 when it reaches 360 degrees

Define the display resolution to be used. Available choices are: 0.5 Micron, 1 Micron, 2 Micron, 5 Micron, and 10 Micron.

Define the actual resolution of the feedback device. Available choices are: 0.5 Micron, 1 Micron, 2 Micron, 5 Micron, and 10 Micron.

Number of lines in rotary encoder. Use only when using a rotary encoder.

Pitch of ballscrew.

Ratio of ballscrew to encoder.

To configure DRO #1 or #2:

NOTE: You may perform all of the steps below in sequence, or, if the

DRO is already configured, you may change one or more of the parameters.

1. See Map 4, Menu B. Highlight Handwheel/DRO in the Builder Setup menu.

2. Press

Map 4

3. Press

Map 4

4. Press

ENTER to display the Handwheel/DRO-Setup menu. See

, Menu F.

ENTER to display the Handwheel/DRO #2 – Setup menu. See

, Menu L.

ENTER to select the Type for Handwheel/DRO #2. See Map 4,

Menu M. [Default: None]

5. Highlight one of the DRO options, and press

ENTER.

6. Highlight Phase.

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7. Press ENTER to toggle to the desired phase setting, Invert or Not Invert. [Default: Not Invert]

8. Highlight DRO, and press other DRO specific parameters. See Map 5

Refer to Table 2-18, DRO Parameters parameters.

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5500M

5000M-5X

NOTE: Do not use U or W as DRO labels if these correspond to

controlled axis.

Coupled DRO Parameter

A coupled DRO axis is a DRO axis whose position feedback is summed (i.e., coupled) to the Z-axis position. The displayed Z-axis machine position is the combined display of the Z-axis program position and the DRO position. A DRO axis that is configured as a Coupled DRO is not displayed. Only one counter port can be configured as a Coupled DRO.

Coupled DRO Tolerance Parameter

Coupled DRO Tolerance is a parameter that applies to a DRO axis when the DRO axis is configured as Coupled DRO. This one tolerance parameter applies regardless of which counter port is configured as Coupled DRO. The parameter defines a distance that the CNC will allow the DRO axis to move (i.e., tolerance value) before generating an error. The error is only generated during Auto/S.Step.

ENTER. This will allow you to configure

, Menu H.

, to setup DRO specific

To configure the Coupled DRO Tolerance:

1. See Map 5

2. Press

Tool Management

Default Tool Table File

To enter the default tool table file:

1. See Map 12

ENTER. In the highlighted entry field, type in the name of the file.

[Default: P5MTOOL.DAT]

, Menu K. Highlight Coupled DRO Tolerance

ENTER and type the appropriate value.

, Menu C. Highlight Default tool-table file, and press

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Activation Options

The following Tool Setup parameters require you to specify a type of activation:

 Activate tool length offset [Default: On Tn]

 Output Signal [Default: On Tn]

 Orient Spindle [Default: No]

 Stop program execution [Default: No]

 Use tool change macro [Default: No]

The available activation options are listed in Table 2-19.

Table 2-19, Tool Setup Activation Options

Setting Description

On Tn

On M6

Function is not used.

Function activates only when a tool is activated (T Word).

Function activates only when Tool Changer M-function (M6) activated.

Both

Function activates when a tool number or M6 is activated.

Manual Tool Change Operation

For manual tool change operations (i.e., when a tool changer is not being used), use the settings specified in Table 2-20 and refer to Map 12,

Menu C.

Table 2-20, Manual Tool Change Settings

Manual Tool Change Parameters

Activate tool length offset

Output signal

Stop program execution

Tool changer installed

Number of digits in T word

Force spindle off during tool change

Required

Description

Setting

On Tn Tool Length Offset activates upon completion of a T word

command to the Programmable Controller.

On Tn Refers to T-code data being sent to the Programmable Interface.

Select On Tn to enable the output signal when the T-code activates.

No or On Tn

Halts the running program until given a Cycle Start from the Manual Panel. For manual tool change operations using a Programmable Controller, set this selection to No (disabled). For manual tool change operations without a Programmable Controller, set to On Tn. The CNC will hold program run and display a message. Press

START to resume program run.

None Set to None (disabled). Use this selection to enable closed loop

orientation of the spindle during tool changer operation.

4 Format of T words (Txxxx).

Yes Forces spindle to be off before processing a tool change command.

If spindle On the CNC will generate an error message.

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Automatic Tool Change Operation

Refer to Map 12

, Menu C. Program specialized Macro program modules to facilitate the use of any tool changer. Select and edit these Macros via the Tool Management Menu. Use the M6 command during automatic tool changer operations. Refer to Table 2-21.

Table 2-21, Automatic Tool Changer Settings

Automatic Tool Change Parameters

Activate tool length offset

Output signal

Orient spindle

Default spindle orientation angle

Spindle orientation RPM

Spindle orientation in position (cts)

Stop program execution

Required Setting Description

On M6 Tool Length Offset activates upon an M6 command.

On M6 "Signal" refers to T-code data being sent to the

Programmable Interface. This selection enables that output, upon completion of an M6 command to the Programmable Interface.

On M6, T-Code data is output by the CNC to the Programmable Interface until a Finish pulse is sent. The M6 data is sent by the CNC and a second Finish pulse is required from the Programmable Interface. If no Tool number is programmed on the same line as the M6 in the CNC program, then the currently active Tool offset data remains unchanged.

No Sets up a CNC-controlled, closed loop orientation cycle.

If the machine has a mechanically controlled or spindle drive controlled orientation cycle, then the setting for this parameter should be No and orientation can be activated via M-code.

Enter angle value in degrees.

Selects an angle of orientation beyond the marker pulse. The range is 0.1 to 360 degrees. This feature eliminates the need for exact mechanical positioning of the spindle encoder. The spindle orientation angle is programmable via CNC software.

Enter orientation RPM

Specifies the orientation RPM of the Spindle. Consult relevant spindle drive documentation for proper Spindle speed encoding and appropriate orientation speeds. Maximum programmable orientation spindle speed is 50 RPM.

0 (counts) (No in position check)

Range: (0 to 50)

At the end of a spindle orientation sequence, the system checks for the spindle position to be within this parameter range. If spindle position is within the counts (cts) range, the system completes the orientation sequence. If not within the count range, the system waits until the spindle is within the in position range to complete orientation.

No When enabled (Yes), halts program run until

pressed. For automatic tool changer operations with a Programmable Controller, set to No (disabled).

START is

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Table 2-21, Automatic Tool Changer Settings (Continued)

Automatic Tool Change Parameters

Tool changer installed

Use tool change macro

Tool change macro program

Tool change macro number

Number of digits in T word

Number of bins in tool changer

Number of Tools to display in table

Default tool-table file

Force spindle off during tool change

Restore TLO after Power-Up or Home

Send Tflag when T0 programmed on Fixed TC

Required Setting Description

None

– or –

Fixed Replacement

– or –

Random Replacement

Enables/disables M19 command.

Choose one of the following parameters:

None: Disables M19

Fixed Replacement: Enables M19; active tool always

returned to the same bin after use.

Random Replacement: Enables M19; active tool can be placed in the next available bin. CNC indexes the tool changer and keeps track of the bin number corresponding to each tool number. Adds Fix and Bin columns to the Tool Page. BIN specifies BIN in which a tool is initially located. FIX specifies if the corresponding tool needs to go back into the same BIN from which it was taken. [Default]

On M6 Sets function to activate on M6 command.

Macro filename Filename of the macro to be used during tool change

operations.

Macro Number Macro Number to be used during tool change operations.

Macro files can contain more than one macro (number).

T word Format

(4 or 6 digits)

A 4-digit word will allow selection of from 1 to 99 tools. A 6-digit word will allow selection of from 1 to 999 tools.

Enter number. Number of bins.

Enter maximum # of tools.

Limits the number of tools displayed in the tool table. [Default: 99]

Enter filename. [Default tool table file: P5MTOOL.DAT] .

No The CNC will generate an error message if tool change is

attempted with spindle running. With an automatic tool changer the tool change would normally handle turning off the spindle.

No Restore tool length offset (TLO) after power-up or home

sequence.

No When flag is set to No, T0 is not sent to the IPI.

When set to Yes, whenever a T0 is executed, the Tflag is sent to IPI with a value 0.

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Enabling M19 Commands

Format: M19

Enable/disable the M19 command during tool changer operations through the Tool changer installed parameter in the Tool Management Setup (refer to Map 12

, Menu C). The M19 command orients the spindle to a given angle via the Spindle orientation RPM, which is also set in Menu C. The orientation is performed in Closed Loop Mode.

An M19 commands the orientation. The spindle will remain held in closed loop control, even after the Programmable Controller transmits the Finish signal for the M19, until a Tool Change Finish signal is next transmitted.

The M19 Code may be output at any time during the M6 automatic tool change cycle. (For example: A positive spindle position is necessary until the tool is removed from the draw bar or other tool holding mechanism.)

The Tool changer installed parameter configures the replacement of tools into the tool changer. Set the parameter to Fixed Replacement if a tool should be replaced in the bin from which it was taken. Set the parameter to Random Replacement to return the tool to the first available bin.

NOTE: The Random Replacement setting adds two columns to the Tool

Page, FIX and BIN. In the BIN column, enter the initial Bins for all tools in the Tool Page. Enter a Y in the FIX column for tools that must always be returned to their original bins. See 5000M

CNC Programming and Operations Manual, P/N 70000508, for

more details.

Guidelines for Setting the Number of Digits for T Words

Use the Number of digits in T word parameter (Map 12 configure the number of available T words. In the CNC program, a fourdigit selection is necessary to enable four-digit tool codes:

"T 30 04"

The first two digits specify the tool "pot" or carousel position of the tool to be used (30). The second two digits specify the tool offset being used (T 04).

If a two-digit code is programmed, the offset number being used and the tool being used will be the same:

"T 04" - calls offset number 4 and tool pot number 4

A six-digit selection will permit the programmer to use six-digit tool codes:

, Menu C) to

"T 130 104"

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The first three digits specify the tool "pot" or carousel position of the tool to be used (130). The second three digits specify the tool offset being used (T 104). If a three-digit code is programmed, then the offset number being used and the tool being used will be the same:

"T 104" - calls offset number 104 and tool pot number 104

Guidelines for Setting Tool Change Macro Parameters

A tool change macro is a subprogram that prepares the machine axes and initiates necessary auxiliary functions prior to automatic tool changer operation.

Refer to Map 12 create, call and edit the tool change macro filename and macro number. To enable the tool change macro, set the Use tool change macro parameter to: No, OnTn, OnM6 or Both.

To call a tool change macro in the Setup Utility, specify the filename and macro number. Use the Tool change macro program (Map 12

C) parameter to specify the tool changer macro filename. Use the Tool change macro number to specify the appropriate macro number within

the program.

NOTE: The macro file is stored in the C:\P5M directory.

The tool change macro is created and edited from the Setup Utility. Press Edit (F8) to activate the Edit Mode for the macro file and number specified in the menu.

Tool Changer Macro Example

Refer Table 2-22. This macro will stop the spindle and send all axes to a safe absolute position. It is a generalized version of an actual macro.

Table 2-22, Tool Change Macro Example

M2 * THIS COMMAND IS NOT OUTPUT TO THE

O 40000 * CREATES G8000 M5 * STOP SPINDLE G28 Z * HOME Z AXIS IF (#1070 < 71) THEN * VERIFY CNC CONTROL IS IN INCH MODE G90 G0 Z-0.2362 * SAFE INCH POSITION FOR Z AXIS ELSE * IF CNC CONTROL IS IN METRIC MODE G90 G00 Z-0.6 * SAFE METRIC POSITION ENDIF G53 O0 * CANCEL WORK CO-ORDINATES G90 G0 X0 Y0 * MOVE TO SAFE X AND Y POSITION M99 * END OF MACRO

M2 is required in the first block of the tool change macro file.

, Menu C. The Setup Utility contains parameters to

, Menu

* PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLER

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desired G-code number (n). For example, the O40000 program command would create a G8000 Code; O40002 would create G8002, etc.

Miscellaneous Setup Parameters

The Miscellaneous Setup parameters enable you to configure various CNC functions not addressed by other setup option menus. These functions are detailed in the following subsections.

Manual Panel Port

For standard CNC systems, set the Manual panel port to COM1. Disabled is used for simulation systems or for Offline software. [Default: COM 1]

NOTE: Manual panel operations are not allowed if the manual port is

disabled.

To set the manual port:

1. See Map 6

, Menu C. Highlight Manual port, and press ENTER.

The CNC displays a pop-up menu. The menu lists the available RS-232 ports.

2. Highlight COM 1, and press

ENTER.

Maximum Programmed Linear Axis Feedrate

The maximum-programmed linear axis feedrate sets a limit on how fast the CNC allows the machine to travel a linear axis in feedrate. [Default: 80.0 in/min]

To set the maximum-programmed feedrate:

1. See Map 6

feedrate, and press

, Menu C. Highlight Max programmed linear axis

ENTER.

2. Type the maximum-programmed feedrate in the highlighted entry

field, and press

ENTER.

NOTE: You can override the maximum-programmed feedrate with the

FEEDRATE OVERRIDE switch. The range of the switch is 0 to 120%

of the maximum-programmed feedrate. The switch varies the feedrate in increments of 10%.

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Linear Axis Dry Run Feedrate

When a program is run in Dry Run Mode, the machine’s linear axes (X, Y, and optionally Z) move through the program without cutting into the work. The CNC activates Coolant Off and the work may or may not be placed on the table.

Dry Run Mode is activated by M-codes M105 and M106 and deactivated by M107. Refer to Table 2-23 for a list of Dry Run related M-codes. Dry run feed rates are set in the Setup Utility. They are often faster than conventional feed rates, but can be set at any rate. [Default: 40.0]

Table 2-23, Dry Run Mode M-Codes

M-Code Function Description

M105

M106

M107

Dry run on. Enable machine Dry Run Mode. Program

runs at dry run feedrates specified in the Setup. .

Dry run, No Z Enable machine Dry Run Mode, No Z.

Program runs at dry run feedrates specified in the Setup, without moving Z-axis.

Dry run off Cancels active Dry Run Mode.

To set up the Dry Run Mode feedrate:

1. See Map 6

2. Press

ENTER to activate it.

, Menu C. Highlight Linear axis dry run feedrate.

ENTER to activate the entry field. Type the feedrate and press

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Linear Axis Jog Feedrate and Rapidrate

Set up the feedrate and rapidrate for linear axes at which the machine travels in Jog Mode. This defines the machine’s default jog speed.

[Defaults: Feedrate 40.0; Rapidrate 200.0]

To set up the linear axis jog feedrate and rapidrate:

1. See Map 6

, Menu C. Highlight Linear axis jog feedrate or Linear

axis jog rapidrate, and press

2. In the highlighted entry field, type the rate, and press

NOTE: The

FEEDRATE OVERRIDE switch allows you to override the Jog

Feedrate. The range of the switch is 0 to 120% of the maximum programmable feedrate; or 0 to 100% of the maximum programmed Rapidrate. The switch varies the feedrate in increments of 10%.

Maximum Programmed Rotary Axis Feedrate

5400M/MK

5500M

5000M-5X

Max programmed rotary axis feedrate sets the maximum speed, in degrees per minute that a rotary axis may be programmed. [Default: 3,000.0]

To set the maximum rotary feedrate:

1. See Map 6

2. Press

ENTER to activate it.

, Menu C. Highlight Max programmed rotary feedrate.

ENTER to activate the entry field. Type the feedrate, and press

NOTE: The Default Jog Feedrate can be overridden with the

OVERRIDE switch. The range of the switch is 0 to 120% of the

maximum programmable feedrate. The switch varies the feedrate in increments of 10%. This menu selection defines the rotary feedrate at 100%.

ENTER.

FEEDRATE

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Rotary Axis Dry Run Feedrate

5400M/MK

5000M-4X

5500M

5000M-5X

Rotary axis dry run feedrate specifies the feedrate, in degrees per minute, at which rotary axes will travel during Dry Run Mode. Dry Run Mode is activated by M105 or M106 and canceled by M107, similar to the Dry Run Mode for linear axes (refer to Dry Run Linear Feedrate). [Default: 1,000.0]

To set the maximum rotary feedrate:

1. See Map 6

2. Press

ENTER to activate it.

, Menu C. Highlight Rotary axis dry run feedrate.

ENTER to activate the entry field. Type the feedrate, and press

Rotary Axis Jog Feedrate and Rapidrate

5400M/MK

5000M-4X

5500M

5000M-5X

Set up the feedrate and rapidrate for rotary axes at which the machine travels in Jog Mode. This defines the machine’s default jog speed for rotary axis. [Defaults: Feedrate 1000.0; Rapidrate 3000.0]

To set the default jog rotary feedrate and rapidrate:

1. See Map 6

, Menu C. Highlight Rotary axis jog feedrate or Rotary

axis jog rapidrate

2. Press

ENTER to activate it.

ENTER to activate the entry field. Type the feedrate, and press

NOTE: The Default Jog Feedrate can be overridden with the

Servo Up Delay

You can program a delay to allow the servos to stabilize before the CNC commands a move. [Default: 1 sec]

To program a servo delay:

1. See Map 6

2. In the highlighted entry field, type servo delay.

FEEDRATE

OVERRIDE switch. The range of the switch is 0 to 120% of the

maximum programmable feedrate. The switch varies the feedrate in increments of 10%. This menu selection defines the jog rotary feedrate at 100%.

, Menu C. Highlight Servo up delay, and press ENTER.

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Automatic Feedrate Override On Arcs

When this feature is activated, the CNC modifies the feedrate of arc moves in Cutter Compensation Mode. It ensures that the tool cuts at the programmed feedrate at the point where the edge of the tool contacts the workpiece.

The CNC slows down the feedrate on inside arc moves and speeds up the feedrate on outside arc moves. The compensated feedrate assigned by the CNC depends on the active Cutter Compensation Mode (G41 Left of Path or G42 Right of Path), the active tool nose radius and the programmed arc radius. [Default: Disabled (No)]

To activate automatic feed override on arc moves:

1. See Map 6

, Menu C. Highlight Automatic feedrate override on

arcs.

2. Press

ENTER to switch the setting to Yes. The CNC activates

automatic override feedrate for arc moves made in Cutter Compensation Mode. Switch the setting to No to deactivate the feature.

Rapid Moves are Free (Unsynchronized)

Rapid Moves Are Free (Unsynchronized) sets up rapid moves for synchronized or unsynchronized motion. Switch to Rapid Moves Are Free (Unsynchronized) to change how the CNC executes Rapid moves. If you select No, the CNC synchronizes Rapid moves and the resulting rapidrate is a vector rapid rate; if you select moves unsynchronized (free) and each axis moves at its specified rapid rate. [Default: No]

To set Rapid Moves Are Free:

1. See Map 6

, Menu C. Highlight Rapid moves are free

(unsynchronized).

2. Press

ENTER to select Yes or No.

Feed and Rapid Accel/Decel (ms)

Yes, the CNC executes Rapid

Feed Accel/Decel and Rapid Accel/Decel define Feed and Rapid acceleration and deceleration ramp times (in milliseconds). [Default: 140.00]

To set Feed Accel/Decel and Rapid Accel/Decel:

1. See Map 6

, Menu C. Highlight either Feed Accel/Decel or Rapid

Accel/Decel, as applicable.

The CNC highlights an entry field.

2. Type the desired value.

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Check DSP2 Integrity

Check DSP the DSP Motion Control Board and of all commands sent to it from the PC. [Default: Yes]

Integrity enables (Yes) or disables (No) an integrity check of

NOTE: The CNC performs the integrity check on the DSP

turn it on. Integrity check on commands are performed on every command.

To set Check DSP2 Integrity:

1. See Map 6

2. Press

, Menu C. Highlight Check DSP Integrity.

ENTER to select No or Yes.

Servo Loop Sample Time (ms)

Servo Loop Sample Time (ms) sets the rate at which the servo loop operates (in milliseconds). [Default: 0.4000]

To set Servo Loop Sample Time:

1. See Map 6

, Menu C. Highlight Servo Loop Sample Time.

The CNC highlights an entry field.

2. Press

ENTER.

3. Type the desired value.

Interpolator Rate Factor

The Interpolator Rate Factor defines the Interpolator Sample Rate.

when you first

Interpolator Sample Rate = (Servo Loop Sample Time) (Interpolator Rate Factor)

[Default: 12]

To set Interpolator Rate Factor:

1. See Map 6

, Menu C. Highlight Interpolator rate factor.

The CNC highlights an entry field.

2. Press

ENTER.

3. Type the desired value.

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Enable Velocity Look Ahead

Velocity Look Ahead parameter is an optimization feature of the DSP motion control firmware. In most cases it should be left set to Yes (enabled). In applications that run at very slow feedrates and the slow feedrates are not being achieved the parameter should be set to No (disabled). [Default: Yes]

To set Enable Velocity Look:

1. See Map 6

2. Press

ENTER to select No or Yes.

Display Resolution

The Display Resolution parameter allows you to specify the display resolution of the system. The choices available are: VGA (640x480) and SVGA (800x600). All CRT systems should use VGA, while all 12.1” flat panel systems should use SVGA. [Default: VGA]

To set the display resolution:

1. See Map 6

2. Press

ENTER to select SVGA or VGA.

The SVGA setting for flat panels applies to both flat panel based CNC console assemblies purchased from Anilam as well as flat panels in laptops for use with offline software.

Acceleration Ramp Type

Selects the Acceleration Ramp type or profile to be used. [Default: Bell]

To select the Acceleration Ramp Type:

, Menu C. Highlight Enable Velocity Look Ahead.

, Menu C. Highlight Display Resolution.

1. See Map 6

2. Highlight Acceleration Ramp type. Press

, Menu C.

ENTER to select S-Curve

or Bell.

Ramp Z axis during G33 primitive

Ramp Z-axis during G33 primitive enables (Yes) or disables (No) the Z-axis profile. [Default: Yes]

To set Ramp Z axis during G33 primitive:

1. See Map 6

2. Highlight Ramp Z axis during G33 primitive. Press

, Menu C.

ENTER to select

No or Yes.

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CNC Startup Mode

Set the acceleration ramp time for feed rate. [Default: Sfwr Options]

To set the CNC startup mode:

1. See Map 7

2. Highlight CNC Startup mode, and press

Sfwr Options or Ctrl Software.

Sfwr Options

Ctrl Software

Show Introduction Screen

Enables the display of the introduction splash screen (Yes) or disables the display (No). [Default: Yes]

To set the display of the introduction screen:

1. See Map 7

2. Highlight Show Introduction Screen, and press

or Yes.

User Definable Variables

User definable variables are defined via parameters #1130 – #1139 and #1120 – #1129 in Miscellaneous Setup (see Map 7

Miscellaneous Setup Menu). These parameters correspond directly to system variables #1130 through #1139. Parameters #1130 – #1134 are unit based; which means, these are assigned the units specified for machine parameters (Inch or MM). You can assign parameters #1135 –

#1139 and #1120 – #1129 only number values.

, Miscellaneous Setup, Menu C.

ENTER to toggle between

Software stops at the main menu after the introduction screen is displayed.

Software goes to the Control software section with stopping at the main menu.

, Menu C.

ENTER to select No

, Menu C,

A typical usage of these variables would be to define the tool-changer height in a tool-change macro. By using a user definable variable, the height of the tool-changer can be adjusted without editing the macro itself. See “Tool Changer Macro Example

.” #1130 – #1139 [Default: 0.0000] #1120 – #1129 [Default: 0]

To set the user definable variables:

1. See Map 7

, Menu C.

2. Highlight User definable variable #1130 – #1139 or #1120 – #1129

and press

3. Type the value for the variable and press

ENTER.

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Tool Changer Macro Example

Refer Table 2-24. This macro will stop the spindle and send all axes to a safe absolute position. It is a generalized version of an actual macro.

Table 2-24, Tool Change Macro Example

* THIS COMMAND IS NOT OUTPUT TO THE * PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLER

M2 is required in the first block of the tool change macro file.

Use the relevant G-code to call macros at any time during CNC operation. The macros, created by the macro file, are numbered in the range of G8000 to G8999. Use the O(n) Address Word, followed by the appropriate value, to program a macro G-code. Add 32,000 to the desired G-code number (n). For example, the O40000 program command would create a G8000 Code; O40002 would create G8002, etc.

Mcode for Macro Call #1 – #10

M-Code number you assign to call the macro in “Macro Called for Mcode #1 – #10.” [Default: 0]

To set the Mcode for macro call:

1. See Map 7

, Menu C.

2. Highlight Mcode for macro call #1 – #10, and press

3. Type the value for the variable and press

Macro Called for Mcode #1 – #10

The macro number that is called when the M-Code in Mcode for macro call #1 – #10 is executed. [Default: 0]

ENTER .

ENTER.

To set the macro called for Mcode #1 – #10:

1. See Map 7

2. Highlight Macro called for Mcode #1 – #10, and press

3. Type the value for the variable and press

, Menu C.

ENTER.

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Machine Home

Most machines have an absolute reference, called Machine Home, defined by hardware. The CNC uses the zero marker pulse of the encoder and the home limit switch to define Machine Home.

You can also define Machine Home using only the zero marker of a rotary encoder or linear encoder.

Homing the Axes

NOTE: You cannot configure Retract Speed (the speed at which axis

moves to index pulse) by using the Setup Utility.

After you define machine home, you can set the Machine Home feature to require a machine home when you turn the CNC on. Set the Home

equired parameter (Map 12, Menu E) to Yes to operate this way. You

can perform Homing sequence at any time in the CNC mode, whether the Setup parameter requires it or not.

You can specify the order in which the machine homes the axes, and the speed at which the CNC moves to the Home Limit switch.

NOTE: If the Home Required parameter is On (Yes) and no home

sequence has been performed, the axes can still be moved using the JOG PLUS (+) and JOG MINUS (-) keys on the Manual Panel.

Setting Home Required

Home Required specifies whether the CNC requires a Home Sequence prior to performing any other operations at system power up. Switch the option On (Yes) to enable the Homing Feature or Off (No) to disable the Homing Feature. [Default: Yes]

If you set the Home required to Yes, you must perform the home sequence before you resume normal operations in the control software.

To set up the Home required parameter:

1. See Map 12

2. Press

Yes enables the Homing feature. Switching the setting to No deactivates the feature.

, Menu E. Highlight Home required.

ENTER to toggle the setting to No or Yes.

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Setting Home Sequence

[Default homing order: Third, Second, or First corresponding to

X, Y, and Z)]

axes

To set the order in which axes are homed:

1. See Map 12

, Menu F. Highlight Home sequence, and press ENTER.

The CNC displays a pop-up menu with the options: Home sequence

for X… Third, Home sequence for Y… Second and Home sequence for Z … First.

2. Select the axis whose homing sequence you want to specify, and

press

ENTER.

The CNC displays a pop-up menu with the options: First, Second, and Third.

3. Highlight the desired choice, and press

Home Type

The Home Type Setup Menu (Map 12 types of homing for each axis. Use Home type to set the direction of travel for the Homing feature. [Default: No Homing] No Homing disables the homing function.

Positive/Negative refers to the direction that the axis will travel during Homing, in reference to Machine Home.

With Positive/Negative Index Limit

The CNC moves the selected axis in the positive/negative direction until it detects an index pulse from the linear encoder or rotary encoder. This method requires that the Machine Home position be known and physically marked on the axis, to ensure repeatability.

ENTER.

, Menu G) allows you to specify the

NOTE: The EverTrack encoder requires the Home type be setup as

“With positive index limit” or “With negative index limit.”

With Positive/Negative Index and Vector Limit

When you specify homing, the CNC travels in the specified positive/negative direction along the axis being homed until it trips the home switch. The CNC then reverses direction until it detects an Index pulse. The CNC sets Machine Home for that axis where it detects the Index pulse.

To set up the direction of travel for Homing:

1. See Map 12

2. Highlight the desired homing direction, and press

, Menu H. Highlight Home type, and press ENTER.

ENTER.

NOTE: Home switches are wired to the same ports as the vector limits.

Wire the home switch to the input that corresponds to the direction that you select for each axis. (See Table 2-2, CAN Bus

Node 0 Vector Limit Input Port Assignments and Table 2-3, Vector Limit Inputs for 5000M 4-Axes and 5000M 5-Axes.)

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Setting Datum Search Speed

[Default speed for X, Y, and Z-axes: 40 in/min]

To set the speed at which the machine travels during Homing:

1. See Map 12

ENTER.

The CNC displays a pop-up menu with options for entries in X, Y, and Z.

2. Highlight the desired axis. Press

desired Datum Search Speed.

Setting Home Preset

You can automatically preset Machine Zero to any coordinates. When the machine completes the homing sequence, the CNC sets the display to the preset values entered for all axes. [Default: Off (disabled)]

To set up Preset values for axes:

1. See Map 12

axis being preset, and press

2. Type the preset value in the highlighted entry field.

3. Repeat for all preset axes.

4. Highlight Home preset, and press

enable it or Off to disable it.

, Menu E. Highlight Datum search speed, and press

ENTER and type a value for the

, Menu J. Highlight the selection corresponding to the

ENTER.

ENTER to toggle the selection On to

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Builder Text

IPI can display customized messages to indicate machine status or possible error conditions. These messages are set up in the Setup Utility and displayed in the message area of the CNC screen. To use custom messages, you must create an appropriate conditional logic program that will initialize the proper IPI register.

IPI can send 256 different messages to the CNC, numbered from 0 to

255. The messages are grouped into the following types:

 Error codes The CNC displays an Error message and stops the

program run.

 Warning codes The CNC displays an Error message, but allows the

program run to continue.

Each message can be a maximum of 49 characters. Use Edit Error Messages to enter or edit Error messages. Refer to Table 2-25 for message-code ranges and message types.

Table 2-25, Message Code Ranges and Types

Message Codes Message Types

1 to 127 Error

128 to 255 Warning

You can create and edit these builder texts using the Builder Text parameter.

Enabling Builder Text

To enable Builder Text:

1. See Map 13

2. Press

[Default: No]

3. Save the changes before you exit the Setup Utilities.

The CNC creates the builder texts file MBENG.TXT.

0 None

, Menu C. Highlight Use builder text.

ENTER to toggle the setting to No (disabled) or Yes (enabled)].

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Editing Error Messages

To edit Error messages:

1. Go to Map13

ENTER.

, Menu C. Highlight Edit Error Messages, and press

The Prog. Interface Error Messages screen activates. Refer to Figure 2-4.

Interface

Figure 2-4, Builder Text - Error Message Window

2. Highlight the message to be typed or edited, and press ENTER.

The CNC activates the message text box.

3. Type the message text in the box, and press

ENTER.

The CNC assigns an index number and a message number to each message.

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Editing Warning Messages

To edit Warning messages:

1. See Map 13

ENTER.

, Menu C. Highlight Edit Warning Messages, and press

The CNC displays the Prog. Interface Warning Messages window. See Figure 2-5.

Interface

Figure 2-5, Builder Text - Warning Message Window

2. Highlight the message to be typed or edited, and press ENTER.

The message text box activates.

3. Type the message text in the box, and press

ENTER.

The CNC assigns an index number and a message number to each message.

NOTE: You can also use a message’s index number (including period) to

access the message text box and edit the message.

With the Warning Message Window (Figure 2-5) activated, press

the message index number, and press ENTER.

Edit the message.

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Editing Soft Key Inputs

These are user definable soft key inputs. The soft key inputs are used in conjunction with IPI registers F1INPUT/R01 thru F9INPUT/R09. The text is defined in Builder Text. Nine (9) soft key inputs can be defined. used for Exit. Up to seven (7) characters can be used for none-unicode label and up to three (3) characters for foreign Unicode label. The soft keys are accessed via (

SHIFT–F6) in Manual, Auto, SingleStep, DNC, and

Teach.

F10 is

Labeled soft keys

F1 to F10, also called function keys, are located just

below the monitor. Soft key functions are not hardwired; their functions change with changes in mode. Labels indicate the function of each soft key. Unlabeled soft keys are inactive.

To edit Soft Key Inputs:

1. See

Map 13, Menu C. Highlight Edit Soft Key Inputs, and press

ENTER.

The CNC displays the Soft Key Inputs window. See Figure 2-6.

Soft Key Inputs

1. F01 Text ...

2. F02 Text ...

3. F03 Text ...

4. F04 Text ...

5. F05 Text ...

6. F06 Text ...

7. F07 Text ...

8. F08 Text ...

9. F09 Text ...

SKEYINPUTS

Figure 2-6, Builder Text – Soft Key Inputs Window

2. Highlight the soft key input to be typed or edited, and press ENTER.

The message text box activates.

3. Type the text in the box, and press

ENTER.

The label you typed is displayed on the active soft key.

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Languages

You can order a system that displays messages and other text in languages other than English. [Default:

If you attempt to set up the option for a language and the CNC cannot find the associated text file, it displays an error message.

To set up the CNC to display text in a language other than English:

English]

Software Updates

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight the desired language, and press

, Menu D.

ENTER.

3. The CNC loads the language file and restarts the system when you

exit the Setup Utility. The CNC now displays Messages and other text in the selected language.

To install an updated version of the CNC software:

1. Insert the disk containing the updated version of the CNC software

into the floppy drive.

2. See Map 13

, Menu B. Highlight Software Update, and press ENTER.

3. Follow the prompts on the screen to complete the installation. The

installation process takes less than five minutes. If the system cannot install the new version, it displays an

Error message. Otherwise, the

system displays messages when it has completed each stage of the installation procedure (Extracting Control Software, etc.).

4. Answer the prompts to complete the installation.

5. The system displays a message when the installation is complete and

then restarts automatically.

NOTE: Make a copy of the configuration file prior to any software update.

Refer to Configuration Utilities for how to backup and restore a configuration file.

Direct Numeric Control

The Direct Numeric Control (DNC) feature allows the operator to run a program not stored in the CNC’s memory. Programs that are larger than the CNC’s memory, usually generated from CAD or CAM software, can be run. The program is sent via RS-232 from a computer, another CNC or any other device capable of RS-232 communications.

NOTE: For optimal performance and fewest limitations, transfer the

program to the CNC via RS-232 and then run it in Auto Mode, rather than DNC.

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Selecting a DNC Execution Mode

See Map 13, Menu F, DNC Setup Menu. The Execution Mode parameter tells the CNC to run the transmitted data in Drip Feed or Buffered Mode. [Default:

In Buffered Mode, the CNC stores incoming data in a buffer (Received Buffer) until the buffer is full. Then, the data is transferred to the Execution Buffer and the CNC runs the transferred blocks. While the CNC runs the Execution Buffer data, it stores more data in the Received Buffer. When all the data in the Execution Buffer have been run, the CNC transfers the contents of the Received Buffer into the Execution Buffer and continues to run the program. The Received Buffer fills up with new data. The process continues until the entire program has been transmitted and run.

In Drip Feed Mode, the program is transmitted via RS-232, one block at a time. Blocks are run as soon as they are received. There is no initial delay, but transmission and run times are slower.

Buffered]

To select Buffered/Drip Feed Mode:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

Drip Feed or Buffered.

Setting the Buffer Size

This parameter enables the user to specify the amount of memory to be reserved for DNC in Buffered Mode. The choices are:

− 16K

− 32K [Default]

− 64K

− 128K

− Max

“Max” indicates that the control will intelligently estimate the maximum

memory allocation. Depending on the size of the program and the amount of available RAM available on the CNC, Max might allow the entire program to be transmitted before a run begins. [Default:

To set Buffer size:

, Menu F.

Execution Mode. Press ENTER to switch the selection to

32K.]

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

The CNC displays

, Menu F.

Buffer Size, and press ENTER.

Menu G.

3. Highlight the amount of memory to be devoted to the Buffer, and

ENTER.

press

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Using a DNC Macro

To use a specified DNC Macro at the end of each block:

1. Refer to

block

[Default:

2. Highlight

3. Type the

Map 13, Menu F. Highlight Use DNC Macro at end of

. Press ENTER to switch the setting to Yes (enabled).

No (disabled)]

DNC Macro Number, and press ENTER.

DNC Macro Number. [Default: 100]

Enabling/Disabling G41/2, G59, and Blueprint

The operator can enable/disable processing for G41 (left of path), G42 (right of path),

G59 (Corner Rounding) and Blueprint programming

(Canned Cycles). While in DNC, these features should be disabled unless absolutely required. If these features are enabled, even if a program does not use them, the CNC will waste processing time.

To enable/disable G41/2 and G59:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

3. Press

, Menu F.

Ignore G41/2, G59, and Blueprint

ENTER to switch the selection. Choose Yes to disable Tool

Comp and CornerRad. Choose CornerRad during DNC.

[Default: Yes]

No to enable Tool Comp and

Setting Wait For Start Before Execution

Refer to Table 2-26. See Map 13, Menu F. Use the Wait for Start parameter to specify whether the control will hold data transmission until

START is pressed.

Table 2-26, Wait for Start Parameter Choices

Drip Feed

Buffered

No Parameter First Parameter Every Parameter

Runs DNC data as soon as it is available.

Must press running the first block.

Must press the run of the first block. [Default]

To set the Wait for Start parameter:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

is displayed (

3. In

Menu H, highlight an option, and press ENTER to activate it.

, Menu F.

Wait for Start, and press ENTER. The Options pop-up menu

Menu H).

START before

Must press START before running every block.

Do not use. To run program block-by-block, switch to Single Step Mode.

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Security

The Security screen allows you to change passwords. For default passwords, refer to Table 1-4, Default Machine Passwords

CAUTION: ANILAM urges you to take particular caution if you change the

passwords that control access to the Setup Utility. If the password is lost, the operator must erase the current configuration file and reinstall the software (thus restoring the default password) or restore the configuration file from a previous back-up. Make a printed copy before erasing the configuration file. Settings must be input manually after software installation.

To change the password:

1. See Map 13

changed, and press

, Menu E. Highlight the level of the password to be

ENTER.

The CNC prompts for the old password.

2. Type the old password, and press

ENTER.

The CNC prompts for the new password.

3. Type the new password, and press

ENTER.

The CNC prompts for confirmation of the new password.

4. Re-type the new password, and press

ENTER.

The CNC activates the new password.

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Probing

NOTE: While the Default for some of these settings may be zero, they

must be changed to a valid number and in most cases, zero is not a valid number.

Setting the Spindle Probe Type

The transmission type used for the installed spindle touch probe is defined.

To set the probe type:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

that allows you to select between

Cordless UD. (Unidirectional)

and

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

Spindle probe type, and press ENTER to display Menu J

Corded, Cordless, Cordless SG,

3. Display the probe type that you want, and press

[Default:

Corded]

Setting the Nominal Probe Stylus Diameter

The overall nominal probe stylus diameter is set.

To set the nominal probe stylus diameter:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

Nominal probe stylus diameter, and press ENTER.

3. Type the nominal probe stylus diameter, and press

[Default:

0.0000] Valid range: (0.0000 to 51.0000)

Setting the Maximum Stroke from Home for First Pick

The distance from machine Z home with the shortest tool or the spindle face to just below the probe stylus top as the maximum stroke for the initial probe pick is set.

ENTER.

To set the maximum stroke from home for the first pick:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

ENTER.

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

Maximum stroke from home for first pick, and press

3. Type the maximum stroke from home for the first pick, and press

ENTER.

[Default:

0.0000] Valid range: (0.0000 to 999.0000)

Setting the RPM for Calibration and Tool Measurement

Sets the spindle spin RPM for tool touch.

To set the RPM for calibration and tool measurement:

1. See Map 13

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

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2. Highlight RPM for calibration and tool measurement, and press

ENTER.

3. Type the spindle spin RPM for tool touch, and press

[Default:

0 (rev/min)] Valid range: (100 to 1000)

Setting the Probe Orientation

Sets the probe orientation using the following values:

Probe is pointing to the right as you are facing the machine in the

+X direction.

Probe is pointing to the left of the machine in the -X direction.

-1

[Default – Not a valid value – must be changed]

Probe is pointing away from you, toward the back of the machine

in the +Y direction.

Probe is pointing toward you, toward the front of the machine in

-2

the –Y direction.

To set the probe orientation:

1. See Map 13, Probing Setup, Menu I.

2. Highlight

Probe orientation, and press ENTER to display a pop-up

window with the orientation values.

ENTER.

3. Select the orientation you want, and press

[Default:

0 – Not a valid value – must be changed]

Valid range: (–2 to 2)

Setting the Z First Pick, FAST Feedrate

Sets user definable FAST feedrate.

To set the FAST feedrate:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

Z first pick, FAST feedrate, and press ENTER.

3. Type the FAST feedrate, and press

[Default:

0.0] Valid range: (2.5 to 2540.0)

Setting the Z First Pick, MEDIUM Feedrate

Sets user definable MEDIUM feedrate.

To set the MEDIUM feedrate:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

Z first pick, MEDIUM feedrate, and press ENTER.

3. Type the MEDIUM feedrate, and press

[Default:

0.0] Valid range: (2.5 to 508.0)

ENTER.

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Setting the Z Final Pick, SLOW Feedrate

Sets user definable SLOW feedrate.

To set the SLOW feedrate:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

Z final pick, SLOW feedrate, and press ENTER.

3. Type the SLOW feedrate, and press

[Default:

0.0 – Not a valid value – must be changed]

Valid range: (0.1 to 254.0)

Setting the Z Retract Amount

Sets user definable distance the tool will back away on the Z-axis after it touches the probe.

To set the Z retract amount distance:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

Z retract amount, and press ENTER.

3. Type the Z retract amount, and press

[Default:

0.0000] Valid range: (0.0100 to 25.400)

Setting the XY Retract Amount

Sets user definable distance the tool will back away on the X-axis or Yaxis after it touches the probe.

To set the XY retract amount:

ENTER.

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

3. Type the XY retract amount, and press

[Default:

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

XY retract amount, and press ENTER.

ENTER.

0.0000] Valid range: (0.0100 to 25.400)

Setting the Z Start Position

Set the longest tool in the spindle and bring the Z-axis to machine home. With a tape measure, measure the distance from the tool tip to within 0.5” (12.7 mm) above the top of the probe stylus and enter that number. When using

G151, this will cause the tool to rapid to this position in the Z-

axis before starting the initial probe touch in the Z-axis.

To set the XY retract amount:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

3. Type the Z start position, and press

[Default:

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

Z start position, and press ENTER.

ENTER.

0.0000] Valid range (0.0000 to 999.0000)

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Setting the Diameter of Tool Probe Gauge

Sets the probe calibration standard diameter.

To set the XY retract amount:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

Diameter of tool probe gauge, and press ENTER.

3. Type the diameter of tool prove gauge, and press

[Default:

0.0000] Valid range: (0.1000 to 508.0000)

Setting the Positioning Feedrate Normally

Sets the feedrate used for positioning the probe in protected mode.

To set the positioning feedrate normally amount:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

Positioning feedrate normally, and press ENTER.

3. Type the positioning feedrate normally, and press

[Default:

0.0] Valid range: (0.1 to 25400.0)

Typical value: 200 inches/minute (IPM).

Setting the First Touch Feedrate

Sets the feedrate used for positioning for the initial pick.

To set the positioning feedrate normally amount:

1. See Map 13

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

ENTER.

2. Highlight

3. Type the first touch feedrate, and press

[Default:

First touch feedrate, and press ENTER.

ENTER.

0.0] Valid range: (0.1 to 2540.0)

Typical value: 50 inches/minute (IPM)

Setting the Nominal Probe Stylus Ball Diameter

Sets the diameter of the probe stylus divided by 2..

To set the nominal probe stylus ball radius amount:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

3. Type the nominal probe stylus ball radius, and press

[Default:

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

Nominal probe stylus ball diameter, and press ENTER.

ENTER.

0.0000] Valid range: (0.0100 to 25.4000)

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Setting the Diameter of Spindle Probe Gauge

Sets the exact diameter of the ring gauge used for probe calibration.

To set the diameter of spindle probe gauge amount:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

3. Type the diameter of spindle probe gauge, and press

[Default:

Setting the Probe Logic

Sets the probe logic. If the signal from the probe is Normally Closed, use the default to toggle to

To set the probe logic:

1. See Map 13

2. Highlight

logic for your probe. [Default:

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

Diameter of spindle probe gauge, and press ENTER.

ENTER.

0.0000] Valid range: (0.1000 to 508.0000)

No setting. If the probe signal is Normally Open, press ENTER

Yes.

, Probing Setup, Menu I.

Invert probe logic, and press ENTER to toggle to the correct

No]

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Section 3 - Operator Setup

The Operator Setup Utility (Refer to Map 14 for the following:

 Control Software

 Communications

 Draw

 Editor

 Program

 Display

 Printer

Control Software Parameters

Refer to Map 14, Menu C. This menu defines settings that affect the control software. Refer to Table 3-1 for control software parameter descriptions and setting information.

, Menu B) configures settings

Table 3-1, Control Software Parameters

Control Software Parameter

Default axis display

Default plane

Default units

Function Settings

Switches the default axis display between large and normal.

A plane defines movement along two axes, excluding a third. Thus, planar movement is two-dimensional. Circular moves and tool diameter compensation are confined to the plane chosen by the user. (Linear moves can occur in all three axes simultaneously.). Refer to

Map 14

, Menu B.

Switches the default measurement units (Inch/MM Modes).

Normal [Default] - Configures the axis

display to show Machine, Program, Target, and Distance To Go displays.

Large - Configures the axis display to

show enlarged X, Y, Z, U and W Program position display only.

XY - [Default]

Inch [Default] - Activates Inch Mode

as default.

MM - Activates MM Mode as default.

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Table 3-1, Control Software Parameters (Continued)

Control Software Parameter

Default axis values

Circle adjustments

Circle centers

Maximum arc correction

Internal accuracy

External accuracy

Compensation cutoff angle

User macro file

Function Settings

Switches Absolute/ Incremental default mode (determines how axis values for arcs, lines, and other moves are measured).

Absolute [Default] - Makes every

move in reference to an Absolute Zero position (Program Zero or Part Zero).

Incremental – Makes each move in

reference to the last programmed endpoint.

Specifies whether circle centers or endpoints will be adjusted. Circle centers require adjustment when the CNC encounters incorrect circle center or endpoint coordinates.

Center - Adjusts the position of the

circle center when the CNC encounters incorrect coordinates for either a circle center or endpoint

End-point [Default] - Adjusts the

position of the circle endpoint when the CNC encounters incorrect coordinates for either a circle center or endpoint.

Switches the default mode for programmed circle center coordinates.

Absolute - CNC interprets

programmed circle center coordinates as Absolute values.

Incremental [Default] - CNC interprets

programmed circle center coordinates as Incremental values.

Modal - CNC interprets programmed

circle center coordinates based on current Incremental or Absolute setting.

Specifies the maximum amount of correction the CNC will apply to an arc

0.005000 [Default] Valid range: (0.000000 to 0.039370)

block before declaring an error.

Maximum accuracy available (system resolution).

0.00000100 [Default] Valid range: (0.00000001 to

0.00100000)

Specifies the maximum system accuracy obtainable on a given machine (machine resolution).

Minimizes wasted travel on acute angle. Refer to Figure 3-1, Compensation

Cutoff Angle

0.00010000 [Default]

Valid range: (0.00000001 to

0.00100000)

15.0 degrees [Default]

Valid range: (1.0 to 90.0) degrees

Specifies macro filename created by

USERCANN.G [Default]

user.

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Table 3-1, Control Software Parameters (Continued)

Control Software Parameter

Load user macro file

Disk access marker

Max memory allocated (in MBbytes)

Force simulation mode

Enable radius compensation error checking

Screen blanking delay (minutes)

Function Settings

Specifies whether to load user macro at system startup.

No [Default] - Does automatically load

user macro at startup.

Yes - Automatically loads user macro

at startup.

Activates/deactivates the Disk access marker.

On [Default] - Activates the Disk

access marker. When the CNC is reading/writing information from/to a disk the Disk access marker appears in the upper left corner of the screen. The Disk access marker looks like a small arrow.

Off - Deactivates Disk access marker.

Used only with off-line software. Limits the amount of memory available to the

[Default: 4 MB]

Valid range: (2 to 128) MB

software. This parameter is used to limit the amount of memory available in multitasking environments that provide virtual memory.

In Simulation Mode, the CNC does not generate DAC and I/O outputs. The CNC starts in Simulation Mode. Moves can be commanded and displayed, but no actual machine movements occur.

Yes – Enable [Default]

No – Disable

ENTER to toggle the option to

Press Yes.

Activates the tool radius compensation error checking. The error checking is designed to eliminate simple gouges caused by overcompensation.

No – Disable [Default]

Yes – Enable

ENTER to toggle the option to

Press Yes.

Specifies the screen blanking delay period, in minutes. The delay will be the

[Default: 5 minutes]

Valid range: (0 to 20160) minutes time between a detected screen idle condition and the activation of the screen saver. To reactivate, press any key.

Compensation Cutoff

Figure 3-1, Compensation Cutoff Angle illustrates two Compensation Cutoff

scenarios. Assume all programmed moves are made with Tool Diameter Compensation active. The diagram describes two cases:

 Diagram A shows the tool path that results when no Compensation

Cutoff angle is used. The tool path travels beyond the part diameter to a point where compensated Moves 1 and 2 intersect, before the CNC executes Move 2.

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 Diagram B shows the tool path that results when a Compensation

Cutoff angle is used. The CNC introduces an arc move, equal to the radius of the cutter, between Programmed Moves 1 and 2. This arc is not programmed, but is a function of the active Compensation Cutoff Angle and alters the tool path, decreasing the amount of travel necessary to complete the programmed moves.

Not Active.

Figure 3-1, Compensation Cutoff Angle

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Communication Setup Parameters

Refer to Map 15, Menu C. Table 3-2 contains a description of each communications parameter and its settings.

Table 3-2, Communication Parameters

Parameter Function Settings

Port

Baud

Parity

Data bits

Stop bits

Software

Selects a communications port or disables. Must enable for

COM1, COM2, Disabled

[Default: COM2]

remote communications.

Selects a baud. 110, 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800,

9600 [Default], or 19,200

Selects parity. Odd, Even [Default], or None

Enters number of data bits. 7 [Default] or 8

Enters number of stop bits. 0 or 1 [Default]

Refers to Xon or Xoff or “handshaking” (transmission/

On [Default] enables handshaking.

Off disables handshaking.

receipt of data via RS-232) in communications packages.

NOTE: Both sending and receiving devices must have the same baud,

parity, data bits, stop bits, and software parameter settings.

To set up the communications parameters:

1. Refer to Map 15

ENTER.

, Menu C. Highlight the desired parameter. Press

2. Select one of the following options: Port, Baud, Parity, Data bits, Stop bits, or Software. Press

ENTER.

The CNC displays options for setting each parameter.

3. Select the desired option (see Table 3-2) and press

NOTE: When you select Data bits, Stop bits, or Software, press

ENTER.

ENTER

to toggle the available settings.

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Draw Mode Setup Parameters

Refer to Map 15, Menu G for the available Draw Mode Parameters. The parameters affect both Real-Time and Simulated Draw Modes. Table 3-3 contains a description of each parameter and its settings.

Table 3-3, Draw Mode Setup Parameters

Parameter Function Settings

Restore to previous session

Default program block mode

Display program text

Grid

Grid size

Sets the CNC to re-activate the last active session when you re-enter Draw.

Sets default mode in Draw. Auto [Default]

Determines whether program text appears in Draw Mode.

Activates/deactivates grid as a dotted or solid line.

Determines the size of the grid (in the active Inch or MM Mode).

Yes - CNC re-activates last session

when Draw activated. [Default]

No - CNC ignores parameter.

S.Step

Motion

Yes - Shows program text. [Default]

No - Does not show program text.

None - Deactivates grid. [Default]

Solid - Activates solid line grid.

Dotted - Activates dotted line grid.

Enter a value in the entry field. [Default: 1.0] Value range: (0.0 to 1000.0)

If the CNC is in Inch Mode, each square in the grid will be one square inch in size for this setting.)

NOTE: The CNC converts the set

grid value if the measurement unit is changed. For example: if the Grid Size is set for 1 in Inch Mode and you switch to MM Mode, the CNC changes the Grid Size to

25.4 mm (equal to 1 inch).

Tool display

Turns the tool display On and Off. On - The tool (as defined by the Tool

Location Code and Radius in the Tool Page) will be displayed as it cuts the workpiece. [Default]

Off - No tool is displayed.

Default tool type

Determines shape of displayed tool. None - No tool shown.

Flat - Flat-end tool shown. [Default] Ball - Ball-end tool shown.

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Table 3-3, Draw Mode Setup Parameters (Continued)

Parameter Function Settings

Cutter compensation in Draw

Activates/deactivates cutter compensation in Draw Modes.

Ignore - CNC will not show

compensated moves (if any) used in the program.

Use - CNC shows compensated and

non-compensated programmed moves.

Both - CNC runs the program twice.

First, the program is run without compensated moves. Second, the program is run showing compensated moves. This provides a comparison of the two paths to determine programming errors related to compensation. [Default]

Draw view

Aspect ratio correction factor

Save Draw image

Determines perspective of Draw view.

Corrects for distortion in displayed graphics (flattened circles, etc.).

Saves draw image when user switches to Edit Mode. In Draw Mode, when the Edit (F2) soft key is pressed, the CNC switches to Edit Mode. The user later re-enters the Draw Mode when you exit Edit Mode. If this option is enabled (Yes), the CNC restores the image on the screen prior to entering Edit. This image will correspond to the part program drawing.

XY (top view) - displays program in X

and Y.

XZ - displays program in X and Z.

YZ - displays program in Y and Z.

ISO - displays program in X, Y, and

Z. [Default]

1.47 [Default]

Valid range: (0.01 to 10.00)

Caution: Only qualified

technicians should adjust this setting.

Yes - Saves draw image. [Default]

No - Does not save draw image.

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Editor Mode Setup Parameters

Refer to Map 15, Menu L for the available Editor Mode Parameters. Table 3-4 contains a description of each parameter and its settings.

Table 3-4, Editor Parameters

Parameter

Function Settings

Restore to previous session

Show top line

Default insert mode

Auto tab to previous line’s position

If Yes (enabled), when user exits a program in Edit Mode, the CNC marks the position where the last edit was made. The next time the program is opened, the cursor will be located at that spot.

Determines whether an optional “top line” will be displayed in the Edit Mode. The top line contains the active mode information and first block of the open program.

Switches On/Off Default Insert Mode. Insert Mode inserts new text without overwriting existing text.

This option is available only with off-line systems or systems with attached keyboards. When a line is indented, the CNC uses the indented position as the first tab position of the following line. For example, the user indents one line by four spaces and then moves to the beginning of the next line by pressing

ENTER. When

you press TAB, the cursor now advances four spaces.

Yes -Restores to previous

session. [Default]

No - Does not restore to

previous session.

Yes - Displays top line. [Default]

No - Does not display top line.

On - Automatically sets Insert

Mode as default.

Off - Does not automatically set

Insert Mode as default. [Default]

Yes - Enables Auto Tab to

previous line’s position. [Default]

No - Disables Auto Tab to

previous line’s position.

Update screen on macros

When non-programmed macros are used (Play, Record and Repeat options in the Control Software Edit Mode), this

Yes - Updates screen (prints

macro results) line by line

as macro is run. [Default] parameter defines how the CNC display will be updated.

No - Updates screen (prints

macro results) after

macro is completed.

Default tab width

This option is available only with off-line systems or systems with keyboards attached.

Enter a value in the entry field. [Default: 4] Valid range: (2 to 16) spaces

Sets default tab width. Range is 2 to 16 spaces. When you press

TAB, the cursor

advances by the specified number of spaces.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Warranty

Section 1 - Setup Utility Concepts

Introduction

Effectivity Notation

Software Version Information

Navigating Through the Setup Utility

Default Settings

Keypad Keys

Axis Keys

Console Switches/Manual Panel Keys

ENTER Key

Highlighting Menu Options

Exiting a Screen

Password Restricted Parameters

Changing Protected Parameters

Saving Changes to Setup Parameters

Setting Parameters in Setup Utility

Using Valid Parameter Ranges

Accessing Setup Utility

Overview of Main Parameter Categories

Units of Measurement

Section 2 - Builder Setup

System Resolution

Setting Axes for Encoder Type

Setting the Display Resolution

Setting the Linear Encoder Resolution

Setting Line Count for Rotary Encoder

Setting Ballscrew Pitch for the Rotary Encoder

Setting the Ratio Between the Ballscrew Pulley and the Motor/Encoder Pulley

Ballscrew Pulley Parameter

Motor/Encoder Pulley Parameter

Setting the Starting Mark

Setting Linear Correction Compensation

Setting In-Position Check

Setting Continuous Path

Setting Default Rapid Rate

Setting Axis Default Feed Rate

Setting Software Limits

Setting Positive Software Limits

Setting Negative Software Limits

Enabling Software Limits

Enabling Vector Limits

Vector/Home Limit Switch Connections

Setting Encoder Phase to Correct Axis Direction Displayed

Setting Backlash Compensation

Setting Ballscrew Compensation

Setting Number of Segments

Setting Table Entries

Setting Offset and Zero Cross Parameters

Offset

Zero Cross

Setting Segment Length

Activating Ballscrew Compensation

Automatic File Loader

Laser File Data File Format

Generating Ballscrew Compensation Values from Laser Files

File Loader Error Messages

Jog Position

Axis Clamping

Setting Axis Ports

Setting Feed, Rapid, and No-Motion Filter Parameters

Setting Position Error Check Parameters

Setting Amplifier Tuning Rapids

Setting Invert DAC Output

U Axis Setup

U and W Axes Setup

Spindle Axis Setup Menu

Setting Spindle DC Output

Setting Spindle Gear Ranges

Invert DAC in M40–M44 Gear Range

M40–M44 Ratio (Spindle Pulley)

M40–M44 Ratio (Motor Pulley)

Gear Change RPM

Setting the Spindle Encoder Lines

Setting Spindle RPM Display

Checking Spindle During Gear Change