Cleco DGD mPro400GC Programming Manual

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mPro400GC

Global Controller

Programming Manual
PL12EN-1001

2011-04

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About this programming manual

This programming manual is the -- original programming manual -- and is intended for all persons who con­figure settings on the mPro400GC controller.

The programming manual does the following:

• It provides important instructions for safe and effective operation.

• It describes the function and operation of the mPro400GC controller.

• It points out options.
The following documents provide additional information for the operation and service of the mPro400GC

controller.
Further information on complete software configuration is contained in the

• Parts manual, no. PL12-1000EN

• Quickstart, no. PL12-1004

• Recovery Installation

• System description, Fastening technology, no. P1730E

Disclaimer:

Cleco reserves the right to modify, supplement or improve this document or the product without prior notice.
This document may not be reproduced in whole or in part in any way, shape or form, or copied to another
natural or machine-readable language or to a data carrier, whether electronic, mechanical, optical or other­wise, without the express permission of Cleco.

Symbols in the text:
italics Identifies menu items such as Diagnosis
> Identifies the selection of a menu item from the menu such as File > Print
<…> Identifies elements such as buttons, push button or external keyboard input, e. g. <F5>
Courier Identifies elements such as input fields, checkboxes, radio buttons or drop-down menus.

Indicates the name of paths and files, e. g. setup.exe

/ Separates the subdirectories of file paths, e. g. file/print

(OS9 operating system)

• Identifies lists
➔ Identifies instructions to be followed

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Contents

1 Set-Up Guide 6

1.1 Controller description............................................................................ 6

1.2 General Information.............................................................................. 7

1.3 Checking your unit................................................................................ 7

1.4 Software................................................................................................ 7

1.5 Installing the Unit.................................................................................. 7

1.6 Mounting the Controller ........................................................................ 8

1.7 Making Connections to the Controller................................................... 9

1.8 Accepting a Corded Tool.................................................................... 10

1.9 Accepting a LiveWire Tool.................................................................. 12

1.10 Programming a Basic Fastening Strategy.......................................... 15

1.11 Auto Programming (Torque Control / Angle Monitor Only)................. 15

1.12 Manual Programming ......................................................................... 16

2 Controller specifications 18

2.1 Technical Data.................................................................................... 21

3 Programming 25

3.1 Navigator ............................................................................................ 25

3.2 Basic................................................................................................... 26

3.3 Standard............................................................................................. 28

3.4 Advanced............................................................................................ 36

3.5 Run Screen......................................................................................... 41

3.6 Communications................................................................................. 43

3.7 Tool Setup .......................................................................................... 48

3.8 Archive................................................................................................ 50

3.9 Diagnostics......................................................................................... 51

3.10 Utilities................................................................................................ 53

3.11 Administration..................................................................................... 54

4 Troubleshooting 59

5 Glossary 63

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Workplace safety symbols

Warning notes are identified by a signal word and a pictogram:

• The signal word describes the severity and the probability of the impending danger.

• The pictogram describes the type of danger.
Observe these notes and proceed with special care in the situations described. Pass all safety instructions
on to other operators. In addition to the safety instructions in these programming instructions, all local safety
and accident prevention rules must be observed.

WARNING!

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION!

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or
property and environmental damage. If this warning is not observed, injuries, property or environmental
damage may occur.

This pictogram identifies all references to potential electrical shock, alerting of hazards to life
and health of personnel.

This sign warns of a possibly damaging situation.
If the note is not adhered to, the product or parts of it may be damaged.

NOTE

General notes

include application tips and useful information but no hazard warnings.

ATTENTION!

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1 Set-Up Guide

1.1 Controller description

The mPro400GC product line consists of three controllers; Master, Primary and Secondary.

• Primary - Controls up to sixteen (16) tools. This unit includes a servo. One (1) standard corded hand­held or fixtured tool could directly connect. For further corded tools / fixtured spindles are Secondary
controllers required.

• Master - Controls up to sixteen (16) tools. This controller does not include a servo. For corded tools / fix­tured spindles are Secondary controllers required.

• Secondary - Controls one (1) corded handheld or fixtured tool. Must be used with a Master or Primary
controller.

Fig. 1-1 Controller Description

Controller Order no. Controls up to

(…) tools

Servo
included

Tool compatibility

Primary mPro400GC-P 16 1 18–48 AirLB

1)

Cordless EC tool
DGD-Intelligent-Spindles (BTS Series)

2)

1) Limited to 1 tool

2) Additional Hardware necessary. For programming mark Advanced > Controller Settings > Display Mpro Button.

Master mPro400GC-M 16 – Cordless EC tool

DGD-Intelligent-Spindles (BTS Series)

3)

Secondary mPro400GC-S 1 1 18–48 AirLB

1)

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1.2 General Information

It is mandatory that national, state and local safety and wiring standards be followed during installation.
These standards take precedence over any information presented in this section.

• Do not energize the unit until all connections have been properly made.

• Equipment must be properly grounded before applying power. Units energized by cord and plug must be
connected to an approved and properly grounded receptacle.

• All units must be energized by an isolated line.

• The unit must always be closed and secured prior to energizing the unit.

• Ensure the power switch is in the „off“ position prior to connecting the power cord.

Though it is not mandatory, the following instructions are highly recommended for the protected operation of
your unit.

• Use oversized feeder lines to reduce electrical noise and voltage drop.

1.3 Checking your unit

Take time to ensure you have the required peripheral equipment and cables necessary to set-up and run
your unit. If you do not have all the necessary items, contact your distributor. Refer to Fig. 2-2 for an illustra­tion of your unit.

1.4 Software

Your unit has been preloaded with software and requires no additional software to begin your fastening pro­cess. If you are interfacing your unit with an external computer, mPro-Remote interfacing software is
required.

1.5 Installing the Unit

1.5.1 Assembly

Each unit is used primarily as a single or multiple tool process/controller/monitor installed in a work station
or work area. It may be wall mounted, beam mounted, suspended overhead or pedestal mounted. Always
choose a stable location to avoid the possibility of unit damage and/or operator injury through hitting, falling,
vibration or inconvenient mounting. All cables attached to the unit should be located and secured so that
they cannot cause injury to the operator or to passersby. Like all electrical devices, the control system emit
some heat. It should therefore be positioned where air can circulate freely around the housing.
Refer to Fig. 2-3 for mounting hole dimensions.

1.5.2 Location considerations

Your unit should be located to allow access to the front panel and connectors. The unit should be installed
for unrestricted and comfortable viewing of the LCD screen by the operator. The LCD menu screen, key pad
and connectors must be readily accessible for the set-up. Dependent on the peripheral equipment pur­chased, the unit may be located in a remote position but should still be accessible.

Attachment of accessories and tools should also be considered with the installation locations. Items to be
considered are:

CAUTION!

To avoid the hazard of electrical shock or burn, the following instructions must be adhered to. Failure to fol­low these instructions may also cause damage to your unit and void existing warranties.

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• Location of printer

• Attachment of a data collection unit, if desired.

• Attachment of remote annunciators, socket nest, or remote parameter select.

• Attachment of the unit in a network to a computer.

• Operation convenience/safety – keep cables off the floor or dangling in operator areas.

1.5.3 Power source

The controller requires a power supply connection of:

• 104–126 VAC or 207– 253 VAC / 50–60 Hz single phase / 1A Input current (rated), 16A (peak)

1.5.4 Intended use

The mPro400GC may be used only under the following conditions:

• Industrial EMC limit value class A

• Only cables of type authorized by DGD may be used.

• Only accessory parts authorized by DGD may be used.

• Unauthorized alterations, repairs and modifications are prohibited for reasons of safety and product lia­bility.

1.5.5 EMC measures

• The filters required to satisfy the EMC regulations are built into the unit.

• The sealed control cabinet and shielded cable provide very good protection against irradiated and radi­ated interference.

• The tool complies with the following applicable EMC standards:

- EN 61000-6-2:2005

- EN 55011:2007

- EN 61000-4-2:1995 + A1: 1998 + A2: 2001

- EN 61000-4-3:2006 + A1:2008

- EN 61000-4-4:2004

- EN 61000-4-5:2006

- EN 61000-4-6:2009

- EN 61000-4-8:1993 + A1: 2001

- EN 61000-4-11:2004

1.6 Mounting the Controller

1. Loosen the two long mounting screws at the bottom of the controller so the mounting plate can be

separated from the controller. See Fig. 2-2.

2. Fig. 2-3 illustrates the bolt pattern for hanging the mounting plate on a wall. Note the hole size dimen-

sions so the correct size bolts are chosen. Size ¼“ or M6 bolts (4) should fit the mounting plate holes
and support the controller.

3. Once the mounting plate is installed in its location the controller can be hung on the bracket utilizing

the four studs protruding from the back of the controller. Once in place, the controller can be secured
at the bottom using the two long screws removed in Step 1.

This is a Class A device. The device may cause signal interference; in this case, the operator may be
required to implement suitable EMC measures.

➔ It is prohibited to operate the unit unless the control cabinet is closed. The properties of the shielding

would change and the noise emission would increase.

ATTENTION!

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1.7 Making Connections to the Controller

1. Connect the cable to the tool.

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the controller. The connector at the controller is an Air-LB con-

nector and utilizes a push-pull style connector. Before attempting to attach the cable verify that the
collar on the controller connector is pushed towards the controller. If the collar is pulled away from the
controller the cable will not connect to the controller. Insert the cable connector and pull the collar
away from the controller (towards the cable) to lock the cable in place.

3. Insert the power cord into the controller and into a 115 or 230 VAC power source.

4. Using the ON/OFF power switch at the front of the controller power the controller ON.

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1.8 Accepting a Corded Tool

Fig. 1-2 Run Screen

1. When the controller has finished booting up it should advance to the Run screen. The screen is a

touch screen. At the lower right corner of the screen press <Navigator>.

Fig. 1-3 Navigator Screen

2. Press Navigator Menu > Tool Setup.

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Fig. 1-4 Tool Setup – Tool List

3. Touch the horizontal bar indicating the Primary tool to highlight it. Touch <Tool Settings>.

Fig. 1-5 Tool Setup Tool Settings

4. Verify that the tool shown is the tool connected. Check the Model number and Serial Number. If

the tool is correct press <Accept>. In the screen that appears press <Accept> for that screen. A
screen will appear indicating that the settings are being saved. When the save process is complete,
the Tool Setup - Tool List screen is displayed. Press <Navigator>. Advance to 1.12 Manual Program­ming, page 16 for programming instructions.

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1.9 Accepting a LiveWire Tool

Live wire communication requires three items; Tool, Controller, and Access point. Each item will require an
IP address. All the IP addresses will be similar in structure such as 192.168.0.100, 192.168.0.110,

192.168.0.120, etc. The access point will also have a SSID name, which will need to be entered in the con-

troller.

Hardware Connections

1. Connect the access point to the controller using the cable provided with the access point. The cable

should be a crossover cable. Plug the cable into the X1 Ethernet port. See Fig. 2-2.

2. Apply power to the controller and access point.

1.9.1 Network Settings

Controller IP address:

Fig. 1-6 Communications – Network Settings

1. Select Navigator > Communications > Network Settings.

2. If not using server assigned addresses disable DHCP for Card One.

3. Enter the IP address and Subnet Mask that will be assigned to the controller.

4. Press <Navigator> key to accept entries.

5. Click <Accept> on the message screen that appears. The screen will return to the Navigator Menu

then begin storing data.

6. A message will appear to restart the controller.

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1.9.2 RF (Radio Frequency) Settings

Setting Up the LiveWire Tool

Fig. 1-7 Tool Setup – RF Settings

1. Select Navigator Menu > Tool Setup > RF Settings > IRDA Serial. Correct port depending on the port

connected to at the base of the controller. (CON 1 and CON 2 are X4 and X5 respectively at the con­troller.)

2. If serial connectivity has been made the SSID, Encryption, and remaining fields will become avail-

able for programming. Enter a value for SSID. If Encryption is selected enter a Network Key and
confirm it by re-entering it below the initial Network key entry. If DHCP is not being used select Use
the following IP address and enter the IP address and Subnet mask. Press <Write RF settings>.

1.9.3 Tool Install

Fig. 1-8 Tool Setup – Tool List

1. Select Navigator Menu > Tool Setup. Press the screen at the tool number location you wish to install

the tool. The row should highlight in orange. Position 1 is reserved for the Primary or corded tool.

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Fig. 1-9 Tool Setup – Install

2. Press <+ Install> and select the LiveWire w/WLAN choice from the popup screen that appears.

Enter the Live Wire IP Address for the tool. Without DHCP this should be the same address as
entered in Step 2, 1.9.2 RF (Radio Frequency) Settings, page 13. Using DHCP should same IP
address as displayed on Tool display entered. Press <OK> and save the settings.

Fig. 1-10 Tool Setup – Accepting the Tool

3. Select Navigator Menu > Tool Setup > Tool Settings button. Verify the Model Number and Serial

Number. If the information is correct press <Accept> at the bottom of the screen. Continue with saving

settings.

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1.10 Programming a Basic Fastening Strategy

Fig. 1-11 Tool Application Fastening Strategy

Select Navigator Menu > Basic and the Basic Application Builder screen with appear. Verify that the Tool
and Application are correct. Select a Fastening strategy, Torque Control/Angle Monitor or Angle
Control/Torque Monitor. The parameters can be programmed manually or by pressing <Auto Program>.

1.11 Auto Programming (Torque Control / Angle Monitor Only)

Fig. 1-12 Controller Settings

1. Before using the Auto Program feature select Navigator Menu > Advanced > Controller Settings and

choose the desired Engineering units. Press <Navigator> to save settings.

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Fig. 1-13 Torque Control/Angle Monitor

2. Select Navigator Menu > Basic > Auto Progr…. Enter the desired final stage torque value using the

virtual keypad. Press <Enter> to close the keyboard. Press <OK> from the Auto Program screen. Lim­its of ±15% will be provided. Parameters can be adjusted if needed. Press <Navigator> button to
return to the Navigator Menu and save parameters.

1.12 Manual Programming

Fig. 1-14 Controller Settings

1. Before programming the application select Navigator Menu > Advanced > Controller Settings and

choose the desired Engineering units. Press <Navigator> to save settings.

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Fig. 1-15 Manual Programming

2. Touch the Torque High Limit field and a keyboard will appear. Enter the desired High Torque value.

Whole numbers do not require decimal points. They will be added automatically. Use the Tab key on
the keyboard to move the keyboard to the next field. When finished, press <Enter> on the keyboard.
Select <Navigator> and the screen will return to the Navigator Menu and begin saving parameters.

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2 Controller specifications

Fig. 2-1 System Overview

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Fig. 2-2 Connector Locations

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Position Description Position Description

1 System Bus Connector 8 Serial Connector #2
2 Tool Connector 9 Anybus Fieldbus
3 Power Connection 10 Serial Connector #1

4 Mounting Bracket Screw 11 USB ports (2)
5 Mounting Bracket Screw 12 Ethernet Connector #2
6 I/O Connectors 13 Ethernet Connector #1
7 Anybus Fieldbus

1

2

3

13
12

11

10

9

8

7

6

5

4

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Fig. 2-3 Mounting Information

10.38"
(263 mm)

4× 7.750"
(197 mm)

4× 1.315"
(33.4 mm)

2× 1.250"
(31.8 mm)

2× 12.500"
(318 mm)

14.88"
(378 mm)

1.825"
(46.4 mm)

0.075"
(1.9 mm)

10×.270“ (6.86 mm)

10×.503“ (12.8 mm)

10×.313“
(1.95 mm)

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2.1 Technical Data

2.1.1 Housing

The Global Controller is factory sealed with external access to all connectors. The front of the unit has a
USB and power switch.
On the back of the enclosure is a cover plate that can be removed to access the Compact Flash card which
contains all program data. This secondary level of access requires removing the controller from the mount­ing plate.
All other connectors are located on the bottom of the enclosure. The mounting bracket has been designed
to also assist with cable management.

2.1.2 Primary/Master Configuration

Display

• 10.4" TFT Liquid Crystal Display

• Touchscreen

• 800 x 600 resolution

Keyboard

No separate keypad is required. The touchscreen will provide a keyboard image on the screen that can be
used for alphanumeric entry. A USB keyboard can also be connected to the unit and used for typing.

Ports

• Compact Flash – accessed through the back of the enclosure

• Any bus CC

• 2 x RS232 Serial Ports

• 3 x USB 2.0 Ports

• 2 x 10/100MBit RJ45 Ethernet Ports

Discrete I/O

• 8 inputs / 8 Outputs / 2 +24Vdc / 2 GND

• Output Current: 500 mA per output, 2000 mA total

Model Weight* Width Height Depth

lb kg in mm in mm in mm

mPro400GC 31.5 14.5 10.5 267 15 381 11.4 290

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Fig. 2-4 Primary / Master Pin Configuration

System Bus Connection

Fig. 2-5 System Bus Connection

Pin # I/O Description Pin # I/O Description

12 Out GND2 24 Out GND2
11 In Common GND 23 In Common GND
10 Output O 03 22 Output O 07
9 Output O 02 21 Output O 06
8 Output O 01 20 Output O 05
7 Output O 00 19 Output O 04
6 Input I 03 18 Input I 07
5 Input I 02 17 Input I 06
4 Input I 01 16 Input I 05
3 Input I 00 15 Input I 04
2 In Output Common O0-O3 14 In Output Common O4-O7
1 Out +24 V2 13 Out +24 V2

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Pin 1

Pin 13

Pin 24

Pin 12

Looking at
Controller

1 – PE
2 – DATA-B
3 – GND
4 – +5VDC
5 – DATA-A
6 – N.C.
7 – 0VDC
8 – +24VDC

Input (Pins)

Output (Sockets)

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Note: The Primary configuration has an output connector only. The Secondary and Master configurations
have both an input and output connector.

AC power supply

• 104–126 VAC or 207–253 VAC

• 50–60 Hz single phase

• 1 A Input current (rated), 16 A (peak)

2.1.3 Secondary Configuration

Fig. 2-6 Secondary Pin Configuration

Serial Port

• RS232

• System Bus Connectors

- 1 Male

- 1 Female

Pin # I/O Description Pin # I/O Description

12 Out Common GND2 24 Out Common GND
11 In Common GND 23 In Common GND
10 Output O 03 22 Output O 07
9 Output O 02 (Yellow LED) 21 Output O 06
8 Output O 01 (Green LED – OK) 20 Output O 05
7 Output O 00 (Red LED – NOK) 19 Output O 04
6 Input I 03 18 Input I 07
5 Input I 02 17 Input I 06
4 Input I 01 (Reverse) 16 Input I 05
3 Input I 00 (Start) 15 Input I 04
2 N. C. 14 N. C.
1 Out +24 VDC 13 Out +24 VDC

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Pin 1

Pin 13

Pin 24

Pin 12

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System Bus Address

Two rotary dials are used to manually set the address for System Bus Devices. Turn the dial until the
desired number appears in the slot. The dial closer to the front of the unit is the most significant digit. The
dial closer to the system bus connectors is the least significant digit. No two system bus devices can have
the same address. After address change is a reboot required.

AC power supply

• 104–126 VAC or 207–253 VAC

• 50–60 Hz single phase

• 1 A Input current (rated), 16 A (peak)

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3 Programming

3.1 Navigator

Fig. 3-1 Navigator Menu

Application Builder
<Basic>

Allows the user to graphically select and program a two-stage rundown for Torque Control/Angle Monitor
(SEQ 11 + SEQ 30) or Angle Control/Torque Monitor (SEQ 11 + SEQ 50) for any of the 99 Applications.
The user only enters Torque, Angle, and Speed parameters in one screen. Other parameters such as tim­ers, etc are automatically defaulted to predetermined values.

<Standard>

Allows the user to program up to a 6-stage rundown for any of the 99 Applications. Once the sequences are
selected for each stage, the associated Torque, Angle, Speed, and Advanced parameters can be pro­grammed.

<Advanced>

Allows the user access to the Matrix, Inputs, Outputs, Linking, Controller Settings and Tool Settings.

<Run Screen>

Takes the user directly to the display for Torque, Angle, and Status Indicator Labels. The Oscilloscope func­tion used for diagnosing torque traces is also located in the Run Screen.

<Communications>

Allows the user to configure the Serial and Ethernet protocol data transmissions, the Part ID settings, and
Network settings.

<Tool Setup>

Allows the user to install, uninstall, and configure tool settings.

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<Archive>

Chronological History are viewable from this screen. Data can be erased as well.

<Diagnostics>

Contains screens to determine if the system is functioning properly.

<Utilities>

Contains functions for upgrading or changing the system software. From the Utilities the user can update
the mPro400GC application software, or install a new firmware version in the Tightening Module.

<Administration>

The user can load, save and configure system information. Administration functions include loading and
saving the system configuration, setting date and time, setting password protection, and printing the system
configuration, and selecting the application software language (English and German). From Administration
> Counter screen, the user may view or reset any of the available counters.

3.2 Basic

Allows the user to select a typical two-stage rundown where the first stage is a high speed rundown and the
second stage is a different speed rundown that controls on either torque or angle.

Fastening Strategies Torque Control/Angle Monitoring (SEQ 11/SEQ 30) or Angle Control/Torque Monitor­ing (SEQ 11/SEQ 50) are selectable from the drop-down list in the upper right hand corner of the screen.
Once a Strategy is selected, the appropriate parameters will be displayed for programming.

Basic Parameters for Torque Control/Angle Monitor:

• Trigger Torque [Nm] Torque to start collecting oscilloscope data.

• Turnoff Torque Stage 1 [Nm] Torque to change from stage 1 to stage 2.

• Threshold Torque [Nm] Torque to begin counting angle in stage 2.

• Torque Low Limit [Nm] Minimum acceptable torque.

• Turnoff Torque Stage 2 [Nm] Torque to turnoff the tool.

• Torque High Limit [Nm] Maximum acceptable torque.

• Angle Low Limit [Deg] Minimum acceptable angle.

• Angle High Limit [Deg] Maximum acceptable angle.

Basic Parameters for Angle Control/Torque Monitor:

• Turnoff Angle [Deg] Angle to turnoff the tool.

• The rest of the Parameters are the same as Torque Control/Angle Monitor except Turnoff Torque Stage
2 is eliminated.

Following are the acceptable ranges for each Parameter.

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3.2.1 Basic Application Builder Parameters

In the Basic Application Builder some parameters are not programmable and are also set to default values.
These values are located in the Standard Application Builder. However, if the parameters are changed
using the Standard Application Builder, then the Basic Application Builder does not reset them back to the
default values.

3.2.2 Advanced Parameter Default Values

If an Application with more than two stages is required, or if a different Fastening Strategy has previously
been selected for the Application than described above, the Standard Application Builder must be used.

From the Basic Application Builder, the Auto Program feature is available by pressing <Auto Program> only
when a tool is connected to the controller and if the application is not already programmed. <Auto Program>
is disabled if there is no tool or if the application is programmed or if Angle Control/Torque Monitoring is
selected.

The Auto Program feature accepts the Stage 2 target torque. Pressing <Cancel> exits the auto program
screen without saving changes. Pressing <OK> causes the auto calculations to be done and the results are
displayed on the basic screen.

From the Basic Application Builder, the user can copy the parameters of an application to one or more other
applications by pressing <Copy>. From this dialog box, the user can specify the source and target tool and

Parameter Name Range Typical

Fastening Strategy Torque Control/Angle Monitor Torque Control/Angle Monitor
Fastening Strategy Angle Control/Torque Monitor Angle Control/Torque Monitor
Trigger Torque [Nm] 0 to Tool Max 10% of Turnoff Torque
Turnoff Torque Stage 1 [Nm] 0 to Tool Max As appropriate
Threshold Torque [Nm] Turnoff 1 to Tool Max 50% of Turnoff Torque
Torque Low Limit [Nm] -Tool Max* to Tool Max 90% of Turnoff Torque
Turnoff Torque Stage 2 [Nm] Low Limit to Tool Max As appropriate
Torque High Limit [Nm] Turnoff to 1.2 TQ-Cal. value 110% of Turnoff Torque
Angle Low Limit [Deg] 0 to 9999 90% of Turnoff Angle
Turnoff Angle [Deg] Low Limit to 9999 As appropriate
Angle High Limit [Deg] Turnoff to 9999 110% of Turnoff Angle
Speed Stage 1 [RPM] 0 to Tool Max 80% of Tool Max
Speed Stage 2 [RPM] 0 to Tool Max 50
Backoff Speed 0 to Tool Max 50% of Tool Max

NOTE

Negative values may be entered by preceding the value with a dash "-".

Parameter Name Stage 1 Stage 2

Start delay time [mS] 0 0
Start spike time [mS] 0 0
Max. Fastening time [mS] 10000 10000
End delay time [mS] 0 0 (30 with Auto Program)
Torque Filter Factor 1 4 (1 with Auto Program)

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application. When using Copy function from the Basic Application Builder, all stages of the selected applica­tion are copied. Multiple target applications may be specified by separating the application numbers with a
comma. Ranges could specified with minus, e.g. 2,10–15, 99…

3.3 Standard

Fig. 3-2 Application 1
Standard Application Builder

The parameters for the rundowns are entered.

Settings > Channel activation

Activation of channels for the selected application.

Settings > Fastening stages

Activation and setup of fastening stages for the selected application.

Groups > Fastening groups

Setup of fastening groups (= time delay of channels) for more channel applications.

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2

3

5

4

1 Fastening stage summary
2 Spindle status summary
3 Fastening stages
4 Activate spindle
5 PS settings summary

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3.3.1 Fastening stages summary

The summary shows which fastening stages are to be run, displayed and printed out. The functions are dis­played as active if they have already been activated for at least one spindle.
Display and Print are only displayed if the stage is activated (green = activated, red = deactivated).

3.3.2 Spindle status summary

The summary displays which spindles are installed and which of the installed spindles have been activated.

If installed spindles do not appear in the summary, the settings for the programmable I/O level must be
checked.
The availability (= spindle installed) indicates whether or not a measuring board is present (Hardware, green
= available, red = selected but not available). Spindle activated (green = activated, gray = deactivated and
yellow = deselected). Spindles are activated in the Settings > Spindle activation menu.

3.3.3 Activate spindle (Softkey)

Determines which spindles are used in a application. The screen headline displays the application you are
currently programming. The configuration (existing hardware) appears in the Activate Spindle screen.
A spindle in the rundown sequence must be activated for a application in order to become part of this appli­cation and appear on the overall evaluation for the workpiece.
The highlighted spindle (color background) can be activated or deactivated for the current application by
using Spindle > Activate or Spindle > Deactivate>.
Additionally, the spindle can be deselected with <Deselect spindle> or the <Stop> softkey, i.e. it does not
participate in the rundown sequence and will be evaluated as NOK and linked to the overall evaluation.

3.3.4 App settings summary

Displays parameters that apply for the overall application. Any name can be entered in the Application
name field for the application identifier.
Fastening groups are displayed if they have been activated for at least one application. They are then

displayed in the first activated fastening stage.
Transmit data depends on the software. This field displays which communication protocol has been
installed.
Statistics is displayed if they are activated for at least one spindle in this application. They are then dis­played for the first spindle with the programmed fastening stage.

3.3.5 Fastening stages (Softkey)

Includes programming for the entire fastening sequence and all relevant fastening parameters in the
selected application.

NOTE

In the Spindle status summary, only spindles that were previously entered in the configuration for the pro­grammable I/O are displayed.

NOTE

Only activated spindles participate in the rundown in this application and are taken into account for the
evaluation. Deselected spindles are considered in as much as a total NOK is output for them.

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Fig. 3-3 Fastening Stages

The headline shows the application and the spindle you are currently programming. In each application
each spindle used (activated) must be programmed in this way. Various copy functions reduce the effort
required when making inputs.

Fastening stages shows which stages are activated and which sequences are processed by the spindle
selected in which stage. The <Activated> and <Deactivated> softkeys determine which stages are pro­cessed. In turn, this determines the number of stages of the normal rundown (max. six stages). Stages that
are not required must be deactivated.

In a rundown sequence, it does not matter which stages are processed and which are skipped. This allows
the user to switch stages on and off as required during set-up.

However, the number of each programmed stage is included in the rundown data documentation. This is
why deactivated fastening stages are also recorded in the documentation. We recommend copying the
stages after set-up to achieve an uninterrupted sequence, beginning from stage one.

The Copy menu allows the user to copy the entire fastening program spindle by spindle. The individual fas­tening stages are programmed in the Fastening stages menu. Alternatively, you can press the softkeys for
the individual fastening stages.

Release

The releasing stage is used at the end of a rundown to prevent mechanic locking of the nutsetter, without
unscrewing the joint.

NOTE

The activation of stages applies to the selected application, also for a releasing stage that may have been
programmed, i.e. to all spindles. If you change one spindle, the change automatically applies to all spindles.
Only the display of the programmed sequence is spindle-related.

NOTE

Copying from this menu includes all parameters that have to be entered in subordinate screen, i.e. the
entire fastening stage program of a spindle in this application.

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The target values for the releasing stage are stored permanently in the control unit. If the <Release> is acti­vated, the spindle automatically moves 3 degrees or 1/6 of the min torque of the last activated stage.

The evaluation of the releasing stage is shown in the spindle monitor only. The rundown data of the releas­ing stage cannot be printed, even in the event of an error. An error in the releasing stage leads to incremen­tation of the NOK rundown counter.

Fastening stage programming

In the Fastening stage menu, you can select the fastening strategy, enter time parameters and specify the
sequence control for touch ups and error handling. The latter can be selected via the Settings menu item or
with the respective softkey.

The application with its identifier, the spindle, the stage to be programmed and the sequence currently
selected are shown in the summary.

Fig. 3-4 Fastening Stage Programming

For this reason select the stage, than Options > Select stage. The menu Select stage appears.
The Copy menu transfer parameters that apply to all spindles to other stages.

Display rundown data

This function displays a fastening stage in the rundown data table. The spindle monitor is processed inde­pendently of this function.

Print rundown data

This function prints the results of this stage.

NOTE

The parameters entered in this screen automatically apply to all spindles in the respective stage. If you
change one spindle, the change automatically applies to all spindles.

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Number N

The number N defines the rundown interval at which this stage is to be printed. The results for all spindles
will be printed. If the stage is to be printed for every stage, N = 1 must be entered.

NOK print

This function prints all spindles in this stage with NOK results. If only spindles with NOK results are to be
printed, enter N = 0.

Stop NOK spindles

If this function is activated, a spindle with an NOK result in this stage does not participate in the rest of the
fastening sequence.

Exception: in the event of error handling or touch up. If touch up or error handling have been activated, the
rundown status at the end of fastening is identical to the status of this stage.

If error handling or touch up results in an OK result, the spindle will continue to participate in the fastening
sequence.

If the function Stop NOK spindles is deactivated, a spindle with an NOK result in this stage continues to
participate in the fastening sequence. Therefore, the NOK result in this stage is ignored in the overall result.

In any case, the NOK fastening stage will be shown as NOK in the printout and the rundown data table. This
is applied (mostly in pretightening) when it is assumed that the subsequent stage will either solve the prob­lem or will also result in an NOK.

The total result of the rundown of a spindle is therefore identical to the result of the last stage processed by
the spindle.

With one exception: If the last processed stage is an error stage, the total result is always NOK. The work­piece therefore remains NOK, even if the error stage has been completed successfully.

3.3.6 Fastening strategy programming

Fig. 3-5 Rundown Programming

NOTE

The function Stop NOK spindles is not taken into account in the last stage performed for an OK/NOK
evaluation. An NOK result in the last processed stage is evaluated as NOK in the total result, even if Stop
NOK spindles has not been activated for that stage.

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Fig. 3-6 Rundown Programming after pushing graphic button

This summary shows the application with its identifier, the spindle, and the stage to be programmed. The
sequence currently selected is displayed when you press <Sequences>; a different sequence can be
selected here.

The parameters to be entered are determined by the sequence selected. First select the sequence you
want to use. The input fields for the fastening parameter are displayed automatically. The operator must
then make the appropriate entries.

Selecting Skip stage (drop-down list) allows the user to program the sequence without a fastening action in
this stage for this spindle. This is also because of the general applicability of stage activation for fastening
spindles.

Fastening strategy and corresponding parameters

Target values leading to the completion of a fastening stage are highlighted in yellow.
When a shut-off criterion is reached, the spindle stops. The shut-off criterion is usually the target value (e.g.

shut-off angle ANG). In the event of an error, shut-off is initiated by a monitoring value (e.g. ANGmax), the
fastening time Tmax or another error (e.g. in the servo).

The initial torque result is the value TQ reached at shut-off. If the torque should continue to rise during the
dwell time (if programmed) due to the kinetic energy of the spindle, the highest value reached during the
dwell time (peak value memory) is displayed and used for min/max evaluation.

The initial angle result is the value reached at shut-off ANG. If further angle pulses occur during the dwell
time in the preset direction of rotation for the sequence, due to the kinetic energy of the spindle, these are
counted in and the total result will be displayed and used for min/max evaluation. The programmed direction
of rotation depends on the sequence selected.

Range of values

The value ranges shown in the parameter tables of the sequences (see System description, Fastening tech­nology) represent the general input ranges for the respective parameters. These ranges are checked upon
termination of Rundown programming.

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If a value is out of range or not plausible, the program displays an error message and returns to Rundown
programming.

Additional limitations result from process-related interdependencies of the parameters, e.g. minimum torque
Tqmin must not be higher than maximum torque Tqmax. Both are also examined in a plausibility check
when you exit Rundown programming.

Another reason why input may be rejected is that it exceeds the value allowed for the spindle as defined in
the spindle constants.

If the value range or the plausibility are violated, the user is alerted to the cause of the error.
When fastening parameters are copied to another spindle, a plausibility check against the spindle constants

of the target spindle is made. If an error occurs, the copying is terminated and an error message displayed.
To ensure successful copying, you must either change the spindle constants of the target spindle or the

parameters of the spindle currently selected.
When fastening parameters are copied to all spindles, a plausibility check against the spindle constants of

all these spindles is made. If an error occurs, an error message is displayed. If a spindle shows values that
are not plausible, the program suggests to stop copying or to continue nonetheless. Subsequently you must
either change the spindle constants or the parameters for the target spindle. The parameters are copied to
all other spindles.

Programming for fastening timing

The timing automatically applies to all spindles in the respective stage of the selected application and fas­tening group. If you change the timing, it automatically applies to all spindles in the respective stage of the
selected application and fastening group.

The Copy menu transfers timing parameters that apply for all spindles to other fastening stages or applica­tions.

NOTE

The spindle constants must be set correctly. Refer to the spindle data sheets for the exact values.

NOTE

Copying parameters to other fastening groups is not possible.

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Fig. 3-7 Fastening stage timing

Range of values

When Fastening stage timing is completed, the entered parameters are checked for agreement with the
permitted value ranges.
If a value is out of range, the program displays an error message and returns to Fastening stage timing.

Parameters Explanation

Fastening time
(Tmax)

0...60,000

Fastening time for the maximum duration of the rundown. TD (start delay time) and TN
(dwell time) are not monitored by Tmax.
Tmax > TS + fastening time + TN
The fastening time begins with spindle start. If no shut-off criterion is reached at the
end of the fastening time, the sequence is terminated (safety shutdown) and evaluated
NOK (Tmax: Terminated because Tmax is exceeded).
Tmax must always be higher than 0.
The shut-off criteria are constantly checked, not only after timeout of Tmax.

Start delay
time (TD)
0…60,000

Delay time before spindle start.
The start delay time at the beginning of the stage allows wait time to be programmed
between stages. If grouping is activated, the delay time will not be available here,
because this parameter will be defined for the entire group.

Start pulse
suppression
(TS) 0…999

Time beginning with spindle start, during which the torque is not recorded. For safety
reasons, the calibration value is continuously monitored to ensure it is not exceeded.
During startup, the inertia moments in the spindle generate a torque impulse at the
transducer. To avoid misinterpretations in the rundown sequence, this should not be
measured and evaluated.

Marking time
(TC)
0…60,000

Time for color marking after OK rundown. At the end of an OK rundown, the output
"Color" at the I/O level is set for the marking time programmed in the last stage to be
processed. The output is designed for direct control of a color marking system for OK
rundowns. The marking times of the other stages will be ignored.

Dwell time
(TN) 0…999

Measuring time after shut-off of the spindle.
The kinetic energy of the spindle may cause it to continue rotating after shut-off, which
increases torque and angle and continues measurement during the dwell time. During
the dwell time, only the peak torque is detected and angle pulses are counted only for
the nominal rotation direction!

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3.3.7 Extended NOK

Strategy Touch up / Error handling

The NOK strategy comprises touch up and error-handling. Another fastening stage may be started after a
touch up, while error-handling leads to the end of the process. This allows joint backoffs in the touch up rou­tine and these can be retightened in the further fastening sequence to achieve an OK rundown. Since no
further stage can follow the error-handling routine (the fastening sequence is terminated with NOK) it is
often used to fully backoff the fastenings.

Touch up and error handling can be programmed separately for each fastening stage, i.e. group assign­ments and backoff parameters can be entered in each stage for both touch up and error handling.
Touch up is performed immediately after the completion of a fastening stage. Error handling can be initiated
by any fastening stage, but will be performed after the last fastening stage using the stage-related backoff
parameters.

Performance features

• Groups can be programmed for touch up and error handling. Subsequent to touch up a preset stage
may be started. Error handling leads to the end of the process.

• Separate backoff parameters can be programmed for each fastening stage and for both touch up and
error handling.

• Each spindle can be assigned to more than one touchup group.

3.4 Advanced

3.4.1 Matrix

Fig. 3-8 Application Matrix

The Application Matrix is a display matrix of 99 Applications vs. 6 Stages displaying the selected Sequence
number for each stage. It gives the user an overview of controller programming in a single screen. The
arrow following the sequence number for a stage indicates the direction of rotation (> for clockwise; < for
counterclockwise).

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3.4.2 Inputs

Each of the physical inputs 0–7 can be programmed to have one of the following definitions:

3.4.3 Outputs

Not Used Unused
Tool Enable When active, allows the tool to run in conjunction with Tool Start.
Tool Start Starts the tool.
External Tool Start Allows external input to control the start of the tool.
Tool Reverse When active, causes the tool to run in the counterclockwise direction using

the Backoff strategy.

External Tool Reverse Allows external input to control tool running in the counterclockwise direction.
Application Select 0 Application Selects 0–7 are used to select Applications 1–99 using a binary

count of 1–99 where Application Select 0 is the least significant bit. When
Linking is activated, the Tightening Group is selected with these inputs.

Application Select 1
Application Select 2
Application Select 3
Application Select 4
Application Select 5
Application Select 6
Application Select 7
Reset Linking When active, Linking (batch counting) is reset to position one.

Not Used Unused
OK Active if Torque/Angle/Yield are within programmed limits.
NOK Active if Torque/Angle/Yield are outside limits or some other error has

occurred.

Cycle Complete Active when a rundown has ended and there are status outputs to report
Linking Complete Active when rundowns of all positions of the selected batch group are com-

plete

Linking OK Active if all positions of Linking were OK
Linking NOK Active if one or more positions of Linking were NOK
Confirm App. Sel 0 Confirm application Selects 0–7 are used to indicate the currently selected

applications 1–99 using a binary count where Application Select 0 is the least
significant bit.

Confirm App. Sel 1
Confirm App. Sel 2
Confirm App. Sel 3
Confirm App. Sel 4
Confirm App. Sel 5
Confirm App. Sel 6
Confirm App. Sel 7

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3.4.4 Linking

Fig. 3-9 Linking

Linking allows the user to automatically change from application to application for a predefined number of
positions (cordless EC tools up to 40, corded tools up to 96). Each application is run when the start switch
on the tool is activated in the order specified by its position. Upon completion of the cycle, the application
will then automatically change to the next position. Up to 32 different linking strategies called Tightening
Groups can be programmed. This feature can also be used for Batch Counting by entering the same appli­cation in the desired number of positions.

To set-up a linking strategy, a Tightening Group 1–32 should be selected and given a name. This will desig­nate which linking strategy is being used. The user can also program if the linking strategy should reset to
position 1 after an NOK or set the number of times a fastener can be retightened after an NOK before
advancing to the next position. If Part ID is activated then entering a new Part ID will always reset to
position 1.

To configure linking, an Application 1–99 must be associated with a position in the linking strategy. To do
this, the user must enter App (1–99), and can also provide a Fastener ID and Position Name. Press­ing <Add> will place the selected application in the user-specified position of the linking strategy. Pressing
<Delete> will remove the user-specified position from the linking strategy. Once Linking is enabled, the con­troller will automatically run from position 1 to the last programmed position. Note that the tool start switch or
remote start input will have to be toggled between positions. The Tightening Group and Position will also be
displayed on the Run Screen.

The following inputs and outputs will also be active when Linking is enabled: Linking OK, Linking NOK, Link­ing Complete, and Reset Linking. Please refer to the Inputs and Outputs section for more information on
these signals.

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3.4.5 Controller Settings

Fig. 3-10 Controller Settings

➔ <Navigator> anklicken und die Änderungen bestätigen.

Special Function for LiveWire Tools as of installed software version S169251-122

For an extremely long fastening sequence:

If the 24,000 angular degrees are exceeded by cumulation over several stages, the last 24,000 angular
degrees will be transferred. If the threshold torque of a partly completed stage is not within the last 24,000
angular degrees, the stage will not be transferred.

Name Allows the user to assign a name to the controller.
Number Allows the user to assign a number to the controller.
Torque Units Allows the user to change the units for the controller. Available units are Nm, FtLbs,

InLbs, dNm.

Brake-Rope
Adjust Mode

Allows the extension of the angle parameter (Min. angle, Shut-off angle,
Max. angle) to 24,000 angular degrees (see Navigator menu > Basic)

If this function is deactivated, angle parameter is reset to 9,999 angular degree.

<Advanced Set­tings>

Input of time frame in seconds, in which an aborted fastening sequence can be conti­nued. The LCD display of the tool shows the countdown until the final abort.

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3.4.6 Tool Settings

Fig. 3-11 Tool Settings

Tool name Allows the user to give the tool a name. This name will be displayed in all Tool drop

down lists.

Max Number
of Rejects

Allows the user to enter the maximum number of rejects that will be permitted before a
release signal is required. If 0 is entered, the function is disabled.

Release
Method

Release on Backoff allows the user to release the tool by running the tool in reverse.
Release Input Toggle allows the user to set a low-high-low pulse of the Reject Release
input as a release signal.

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3.5 Run Screen

Fig. 3-12 Run Screen

From the Run Screen the user sees rundown data as it occurs. The Torque and Angle readings are dis­played with a background color corresponding to the status of each.

The background is red if the value is too high, yellow if it is too low, and green if it is within limits. The current
tool model number, station name, and indicator labels are also displayed. The desired Application (1–99),
Tightening Group (1–32, if enabled), and Part ID (if enabled) are selectable using the keypad.

When enabled, the Part ID and Part ID Status boxes are displayed below the Tool and Application. When
allowed, the Part ID edit box may be used to manually enter a Part ID using the keypad or an attached key­board.

Function

Indicates the status of Part ID Data Function (screen in the middle):

NOTE

When manually entering a Part ID, the <Enter> key must be pressed to validate the entry.

LED Data function Status

Red Not configured Part ID Data Function is configured to None.
Yellow None Part ID Configure Data is enabled, but the Part ID is

invalid or does not match any Configure Data entries.

Green Function XYZ Part ID Configure Data is enabled, and the current Part ID

has engaged function XYZ (see Communications Part ID
help screen for function definitions).

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Input Status

Indicates whether or not a new Part ID can be entered (screen above).

Below the Torque and Angle display is the Status screen. This screen displays various messages related to
the tool, rundown status, or errors.

The <Oscilloscope> soft key displays the Oscilloscope function for evaluating Torque and Angle curves. It is
automatically updated after each cycle.

The Run Screen may be optionally configured to display Rundown Details or Counter information as shown
(see Fig. 3-13). These options are available by pressing the <Configure> soft key. Counter information is
available for individual spindle groups. See Administration > Counters. The rundown details include the
application number, the stage number of the Torque/Angle results currently displayed, the total number of
stages in the application, and the rundown status summary (Good, A>, Tq<, etc).

3.5.1 Run Screen Configuration

Fig. 3-13 Run Screen Configuration
Run Screen > Configure allows customization of the Run Screen display. The user may select the display of

counter information and/or rundown details. The counters are activated and reset using the Administration >
Counter display.
The <Station Name> checkbox enables the display of the station name, as entered in Advanced > Control­ler Settings.

LED Data function Status

Yellow Accepting Part ID input A new Part ID may be entered.
Red Not Accepting Part ID input A new Part ID may not be entered. A new Part ID may not

be entered when the tool trigger is active.

Red NEW INPUT IGNORED! This status is displayed if a new Part ID is entered while

Not Accepting Part ID input is true.

Green Barcode valid A valid Part ID is available

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3.5.2 Oscilloscope

The Oscilloscope function displays a Torque curve after each complete rundown in the tightening direction.
The curve is colored in alternating red (pink) and blue lines to indicate the different stages. A green box is
also displayed on the trace to indicate the torque and angle limits. There is a data point for each degree of
angle rotation.

3.5.3 Archive

The Archive allows the user to display the last rundowns with automatic update after each new rundown.

3.6 Communications

3.6.1 Data Transmission

Fig. 3-14 Data Transmission

Serial and Ethernet communications can be configured.

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Serial

Ethernet

The Ethernet settings are

• Server IP Address

• Port Address

• Enable

See your network administrator for proper settings.

3.6.2 Part ID

Fig. 3-15 Part ID
Part ID allow the user to specify the interface and functionality of the Part ID used on the Run Screen and

archived with the rundown data. Changes to the Part ID and Configuration Data edit screens are saved
when the Communications screen is exited (<Navigator> button pressed). At this time the request to save
the configuration is confirmed with a password dialog box.

The Part ID may be entered manually from the run screen, input using a barcode reader attached to a serial
port, input using the barcode reader on the LiveWire tool or transmitted through a FieldBus. A Part ID may
consist of any sequence of Alphanumeric characters, including spaces.

Protocol None, AVIS, PFCS
Port COM1, COM2
Baud Rate 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200
Data Bits 7, 8
Parity None, Odd, Even
Stop Bits 1, 2
Flow Control None, Hardware

Protocol None, Standard, Standard Plus, WinSPC, CooperNet, PFCS

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Settings

Enabled Defines the level of functionality of the Part ID

• No: The Part ID interface is completely disabled. No Part ID information is present on
the Run Screen.

• Yes: The Part ID interface is enabled and is present on the Run Screen. A valid part
ID is NOT REQUIRED to run the tool. Following a rundown, the Part ID is archived
with the rundown data.

- <Advance Serial Settings>

If you choose Yes at the drop-down menu Enabled the button <Advanced Serial
Settings> appears. It defines the serial port used to interface to the barcode
reader.

NOTE: The default port for the serial barcode interface is COM2.

Port COM1, COM2
Baud Rate 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200
Data Bits 7, 8
Parity None, Odd, Even
Stop Bits 1, 2
Flow Control None, Hardware

• Yes, interlocked: The Part ID interface is enabled, and is present on the run
screen. A valid Part ID is REQUIRED to run the tool. Following a rundown, the Part
ID is archived with the rundown data. Following either a good rundown (linking dis­abled) or good linking sequence (linking enabled) the Part ID is invalidated and the
tool is disabled.

Part ID
Source

Defines a source of the Part ID.

• Serial port (i.e. Barcode reader)

• FieldBus

• Protocol (e.g. FEP)

• Key Input Only

• Scanner on tool
The barcode scanner on the tool is activated by pressing the start button.

- If a barcode is the condition for a rundown to be started, the barcode scanner is

activated as soon as the start button is pressed. If the barcode has been read
successfully, pressing the start button again starts the fastening sequence.

- If a barcode is not a condition to start a rundown, you can use the menu scanner

or the programmable left function key <F1> on the tool to manually activate a
read cycle. Afterwards, the barcode scanner is activated whenever the start but­ton is pressed. If the barcode has been read successfully, pressing the start but­ton again starts the fastening sequence. If the barcode has been read
successfully, the acoustic signal beeps for 500 ms. If the barcode cannot be read
within 3 seconds or there is an interruption by opening the start switch, the
acoustic signal emits 3 beeps in rapid succession.

Number of
Chars.

Defines the length of the Part ID, not including any termination characters which may be
sent by the barcode reader.

• 1 to 25 are valid values. Only barcodes in this length are accepted.

• 0: All barcodes are accepted without bounds checking.

Keypad
Entry

Defines whether or not a Part ID can be entered manually

• Allowed: A Part ID can be entered manually by highlighting the Part ID box on the
Run Screen and typing from the keypad or an attached keyboard.

• Disallowed: The Part ID can not be entered manually from the run screen.

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Special
Function

Allows the tool functionality to be automatically controlled based on the Part ID.

• Disabled: The Part ID characters have no control over the tool functionality.
Note: Setting this option to Disabled does NOT cause Configure Data table entries
to be lost.

• Enabled: The Position/Value pairs on the Configure Data screen may be used to
control the tool functionality. The user may enter Position/Character pairs with asso­ciated functions to control the tool based on the part ID.

- <Configure>

If you choose Enabled at the drop-down menu Special Function the button
<Configure> appears. A user can set-up barcode masks.

<New> Insert a new barcode mask.

Workpiece Description - An identifier for the selected mask.
Barcode Mask - The mask from which we wish to select the data

function. Alphanumeric characters are accepted, "#' is treated as don't
cares. Comparing the line of the barcode table with the read in bar­code, the passages marked by "#" are excluded.
Barcode Function - Used to select what happens when a barcode
matching mask is scanned.
Use Application X (1-99)- use program X when barcode is
scanned. Use Linking Group X (1 - 32)- use tightening group
X when barcode is scanned.

Tool Enable - enable the selected tool when barcode is scanned.
Tool Disable - disable the selected tool when barcode is scanned

<Insert> Insert a new mask above the previously entered mask.
<Change> Edit a mask.
<Delete> Removes a mask.
<Copy> Copies data of the currently set tool group to the requested tool group.

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3.6.3 Network Settings

Fig. 3-16 Network Settings

The Network settings tab is used to configure how the controller will communicate over a network.
The Ethernet settings are

• Default Gateway

• Domain Suffix

• Primary DNS

• Secondary DNS

• Enable DHCP

• IP Address

• Subnet Mask
Contact your network administrator for proper settings.

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3.7 Tool Setup

For accepting a tool see 1.8 Accepting a Corded Tool, page 10 and 1.9 Accepting a LiveWire Tool, page 12.

3.7.1 Tool List

Fig. 3-17 Tool List

The Tool List displays installed tools, and gives a user the ability to install, edit and uninstall tools.
Tool List Table:

Tool Displays the associated tool's number. This number is assigned by the user once a tool

is installed.

Type Identifies the type of tool associated with the assigned tool number.

• Primary: the corded tool associated with a Primary unit

• LW: < IP address >: the LiveWire tool and matching IP address associated with a
LiveWire tool installed on a Master or Primary unit

• Secondary: the corded tool associated with a Secondary unit paired to either a Mas­ter or Primary unit

Name Column displays the user assigned name of a tool at installation
Status Column displays the state of a given tool

• Online: tool is installed and ready for use

• Needs User Acceptance: tool is installed and waiting for user acceptance

• Not Compatible: tool is not supported by the controller

• Tool Not Connected: LiveWire tool is installed, but not online

• Servo Not Connected: tool is installed, but the secondary unit is not attached

Serial Num­ber

Displays the installed tool's serial number

Tool Model Displays the installed tool‘s model number

• Tube-Nut Tool
The automatic selection of a tube nut tool depends on a 'T' in the tool model number.
That means, if a 'T' appears in the model number a tube nut tool is expected. Every
other trigger pull return a tubenut tool to the home position.

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<RF Settings>

<RF Settings> button brings up the LiveWire configuration application.

• Communication With Tool

- IRDA off: IR communication with LiveWire tool is turned off

- IRDA Serial: IR communication with LiveWire tool is set-up through the selected

- IRDA Gateway IP: IR communication with LiveWire tool made through a Ethernet gateway.

• Tool Identification

- Update Info: Refresh tool data

- Software Update: Used to update software of a LiveWire tool

- Enable Diagnostic: Enable diagnostics mode on a LiveWire tool.

<Tool Settings>

See 3.7.2Tool Settings

<Install>

Allows the user to install either a LiveWire tool or a corded tool attached to a Secondary unit. Corded tools
attached to a Primary unit are installed automatically.

<Edit>

Is used to reconfigure set-up options for a given tool.

<Uninstall>

Allows the user to remove a tool from the unit's tool list.

3.7.2 Tool Settings

Fig. 3-18 Tool Setup

The <Tool Settings> button allows the user to view the tool's memory.
The Tool memory data is displayed for the selected tool. The Torque Calibration (±20% of nominal) is edit­able, in order to correct the torque calibration of the selected tool.

NOTE

This option will clear the tool's memory.

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3.8 Archive

Fig. 3-19 Archive

In the archive, all rundown data is saved in a ring buffer. The number of entries it can hold depends on the
number and scope of the individual archived rundown sequences.

Approx. 400 rundown sequences with no archived graphics or 100 rundown sequences with archived
graphics can be saved. The required memory capacity depends heavily on the plotted curve length (plotting
begins at the trigger torque). To help locate lines, the current position is displayed in the headline. A run­down sequence can be selected by touching the relevant line on the touch screen. The selected rundown
can be further analyzed using the spindle monitor and, if graphic data has been recorded, with the graphics
display.

Additional rundown information can be viewed for a rundown by selecting the Graph button. Further run­down data stored on the flash memory and visible by selecting the HD button.

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3.9 Diagnostics

Fig. 3-20 System Test

3.9.1 Inputs/Outputs

<Data Transmission>

Allows the user to analyse Serial and Ethernet data transmission.

<System Bus>

A Map of all available Arcnet users is displayed by node, status, ID, serial number, and software version.

<I/O-Level>

A light box for each available input and output is displayed to show the current status. Active input and out­put signals are highlighted. You will find a detailed description of these signals under Advanced > Inputs,
Advanced > Outputs.

3.9.2 Tool

<TQ Calibration>

This test function cyclically recalibrates the system. The start switch must be released for this function! The
values "Offset Voltage" and "Full Scale Voltage" of the torque transducer are displayed. If a value is out of
tolerance, it is shown in red.

NOTE

Entering a password and viewing of a warning is required prior to running any "active" tool diagnostics.

Measurement Rated Value Tolerance

Offset Voltage 0 V ±200 mV
Full Scale Voltage 5 V ±150 mV

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<Angle Encoder>

The button <Start> starts the spindle with a speed of 30% of the maximum. After one revolution of the out­put shaft (set angle 360 deg), measured with the tool resolver, it is stopped. During a permanently set dwell
time of 200ms any further angle pulses occurring are traced. The total result is shown as Actual Angle. The
Shutoff Torque displayed is the torque prevailing at shut-off or the maximum value reached during the dwell
time if that value is higher than the torque at shut-off.

If the test run is not terminated by a monitoring criterion, the total result equals or is higher than 360 degrees
and is evaluated as OK. Monitoring criteria are the torque of transducer 1 and a monitoring time. If the
torque of transducer 1 exceeds 15% of its calibration value (even during the dwell time), or if the monitoring
time of 5 seconds is elapsed, the test run is terminated with NOK.

The user must check, if the output shaft has actually turned by the value indicated (e.g. put mark on the
spindle). If the angle reached by the output shaft does not agree with the value displayed, either the angle
factor is or the resolver is defective.

<Voltages>

The table displays the measured voltages of a channel.
These are the most important supply voltages on the voltages on the measuring board, required for proper
torque and angle measurement. Therefore, these must be monitored continuously. If a voltage is out of tol­erance, it is shown in red.

<TQ Measurement>

This test function recalibrated the system with the values used immediately before the start of a rundown.
The spindle must therefore be free from load when this function is called! Then the tool is started at zero
speed and the torque is continuously measured and displayed. The field Current torque displays the current
torque, Peak torque displays the highest value measured since the start of the function. If Redundancy is
activated, the values of the second transducer are also displayed.

<RPM>

When you press <Start>, the spindle starts with maximum speed. The current output shaft speed is dis­played. To achieve this, the angle factor must have been entered correctly, since the integrated speed mea­surement is derived from the resolver signals. When you release the start switch the spindle stops. As a
safety function the torque is monitored by the tool transducer. If it exceeds 15% of its calibrated value, the
tachometer function is terminated.

Designation Voltage Corded tools Fixtured spindles

Rated Value Tolerance Rated Value Tolerance

Logic +5 V ±0.3 V +3.3 V +0.23 V/-0.06 V
Pos. analog +12 V ±0.6 V +12 V ±0.6 V
Neg. analog / Pos. Supply -12 V ±0.9 V +24 V ±3.6 V

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3.10 Utilities

3.10.1 Installed Versions

Fig. 3-21 Utilities, Installed Versions

Displays the installed controller software version.

3.10.2 Software Update

Fig. 3-22 Utilities, Software Update

Allows to update the controller software and the tightening module software.

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3.10.3 System Settings

Fig. 3-23 System Information

<System information> displays information pertaining to the controller. It allows the user to select specific
information or display all information.

3.11 Administration

Fig. 3-24 Administration

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3.11.1 Counters

Fig. 3-25 Counters

The counter allows the user to count the number of OK and NOK rundowns. This data will be displayed on
the Run Screen.

3.11.2 Print

Fig. 3-26 Print Parameters

Selecting the <File> option saves the selected print data in a file. The file name should have a maximum of
8 characters, not including the file extension. The other items allow the selection of parameters that are to
be printed. Individual applications and fastening groups can be entered in the Applications and Spin-
dle groups fields.

NOTE

Corresponding programming may result in a larger printout (>100 pages) and could take some time. When
printing text from a file, the printout cannot be terminated.

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3.11.3 Date / Time

Fig. 3-27 Date / Time

Each parameter that the mPro400GC saves with the date or time refers to the realtime clock. This is the
case e.g. for the rundown process time. The setting must therefore be checked regularly.
Date and time must be entered in the required format. The format depends on the language selected.
When you press the green check button, all values in the input field are adopted by the mPro400GC real­time clock.

3.11.4 Touch Calibration

The touch screen can be recalibrated by activating this function. Please follow the instructions as they are
displayed on the screen.
You must touch several displayed items until they are highlighted green. This redefines the coordinates and
therefore completes the reconfiguration process. The recalibrated settings can then be tested, saved or dis­carded.

3.11.5 Data Export

Fig. 3-28 Generating CSV File

Data export allows the user to export rundown data to a file.

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3.11.6 Users

Fig. 3-29 Users

Access to the functions and parameters can be protected by registering users and allocating access rights.
Ten different users can be registered.

Password protection is deactivated if no users are registered. A password prompt will not appear for any
function. Password protection is only activated when a user is registered. A user identification name is
always required for service functions.

3.11.7 Load Parameters

Fig. 3-30 Load Parameters

The data can be loaded from the internal data storage facility (CF card) or a connected USB drive. Selecting
a file and confirming loads the parameters. Parameters loaded from file are transferred to the main memory
of the station and are available as current fastening parameters. This should only be done between two run­downs, not while a workpiece is being processed. The "Transfer to station" must therefore be confirmed
separately after the parameters are loaded from the file.

Two safety prompts will appear. After then same message as during programming will appear.

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3.11.8 Save Parameters

Fig. 3-31 Save Parameters

All settings and parameters are saved during the data backup. The backup can be performed for all or only
for individually selected parameters and settings. The data can be saved on the internal data storage facility
(CF card) or a connected USB drive.

3.11.9 Factory Reset

Fig. 3-32 Factory Reset

All settings and parameters are cleared and returned to the factory settings. All data, such as Archive data,
Communication settings, Application parameters, Tool settings, and Advanced settings will be deleted. The
controller must be restarted.

3.11.10 Screen Saver

The screen off timer can be set to the number of minutes the screen backlight will remain activated while the
controller is idle. The backlight is turned off when the timer expires. The backlight is reactivated whenever a
keypad key is pressed, an external input signal is changed, or when the tool is started.
Setting the screen off timer to 0 minutes will keep the backlight activated indefinitely. It is recommended that
the timer be activated so that the backlight lifetime can be extended.
Uncheck the Activate screen when tool I/O changes box if the screen backlight should be turned on only
when a keypad button is pressed or a keyboard key is pressed. Otherwise, any change in external I/O (e.g.
tool enable, tool start) will turn on the screen and reset the screen off timer.

3.11.11 Language

Select the language for the user interface. Available languages: English, German, Spanish and Chinese.

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4 Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Corrective Action
General

No parameter is dis­played in the Basic
Application Builder.

Rundown sequence
other than two-stage
SEQ 11/30 or SEQ 11/
50 is programmed.

➔ Use Standard Application Builder to display

and edit the parameter.

Not all or none of data
in Archive is displayed.

Filter active.

➔ Press <Filter> and check whether any filter

parameter is active.

Other tools of this con­troller are used more
frequently.

➔ The controller stores the most recent run-

downs, independent of the tools.

Digital +24 V outputs
not active.

Output parameter is not
configured.

➔ In the Advanced Application Builder >Outputs

screen of the controller, check that the signal is
programmed to correspond to the output.

Hardware connection is
incorrect.

➔ Check if the connection is set up, see

2.1.2 Primary/Master Configuration, page 21,

2.1.3 Secondary Configuration, page 23,

3.4.2 Inputs, page 37,

3.4.3 Outputs, page 37

Problem Possible cause Action
General – Tool

Tool does not start if
reverse switch is active.

Backoff speed parame­ter is set to 0 rpm.

➔ Adjust the backoff speed value in the Standard

Application Builder screen of the controller.

Tool light not active. Deactivated by param-

eter setting.

➔ Adjust the parameter for Tool light in

Advanced > Tool Settings screen of the con­troller.

Operating menu of tool
not, or only partly,
enabled.

Disabled by parameter
setting.

➔ Activate the Enable Tool menu parameter in

the Advanced > Tool Settings menu of the con­troller.

Free speed is too low. Battery voltage is too

low.

➔ Use a fully charged battery.

Could not reach the
expected number of
rundowns with one
battery charge.

Battery is not fully
charged.

➔ Use only fully charged batteries.

Low voltage warning is
not set to minimum
value.

➔ In the Tool Setup > Tool settings screen of the

controller, set the value for Low Level to 17.5
Volts.

During tightening
sequence, high torque
is required, for example
with coated screws.

➔ If high torque is required for a longer period of

time, e.g. for several turns, then the number of
rundowns with one battery charge is signifi­cantly reduced.

Battery has already
cycled too often.

➔ After 800 charge cycles the capacity is

reduced to about 60%.

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Problem Possible cause Action

Infrared data communication between controller and tool

No infrared data
communication
between controller and
tool.

Wrong port is selected
for connection with the
controller.

➔ Check the port settings for infrared (IRDA)

communication in Communication > Tool
screen of the controller.

Problem Possible cause Action
WLAN data communication between controller and tool

No WLAN
communication
between controller and
tool.

IP address of tool is not
entered correctly on the
controller.

➔ Check in the Tool Setup > Tool list that the IP

address of the tool is entered in the Type field.
The IP address of the tool is displayed on the
tool in the WLAN RF settings submenu.

Tool is not configured
with correct WLAN
parameter values.

➔ Configure the WLAN settings of the tool in the

Tool Setup > RF Settings via infrared commu­nication.

WLAN network set­tings of the controller
and the access point
differ.

➔ In the Tool Setup > RF Settings screen of the

controller, check that the settings of the access
point match the wireless network settings (Net­work name, Security, Network key).

MAC address filter of
the access point is
active.

➔ Add the MAC address of the tool to the

address list of the access point. The MAC
address of the tool is displayed on the corre­sponding label above the battery, and in the
WLAN RF settings submenu.

A firewall blocks port

4001.

➔ Reconfigure the firewall so that the specific IP/

MAC address of the tool can use port 4001.

The RF channel at the
access point is out of
the tool-supported
range.

➔ Change the channel setting of the access point

to a channel between 1 and 11.

Tool is already
assigned to a different
controller.

➔ Check whether any other controller has

already established a connection to this tool.
That means another controller use same IP
address.

WLAN communication
partly interrupted.

Distance between
access point and tool is
too great.

➔ Check the signal strength in the WLAN RF set-

tings submenu of the tool. For stable communi-

cation, the first value (N) should be greater
than 15. If the value is less than 15, move the
access point closer to the tool.

Tool is also assigned to
a different controller.

➔ Check whether this tool (IP address) is

assigned to any other controller. If so, delete
the assignment on the other controller. A tool
can only be assigned to one controller.

Too much traffic on the
wireless network.

➔ Reduce traffic on the wireless network.

Deactivate torque plot data transmission.

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Problem Possible cause Action
Barcode scanner on tool

Barcode scanner does
not activate when the
start switch is pressed.

Parameter for Part ID is
not set to Enable Inter­locked.

➔ In the Communication > Part ID screen of the

controller, check that the Enable parameter is
set to Enable Interlocked.

Barcode has already
been read.

➔ Activate a further read cycle in the scanner

submenu.

➔ Press the left function key on the tool in order

to activate another read cycle.

Note: Only available if the parameter for <F1> but­ton on Tool is set to Read barcode in the
Advanced Application Builder / Tool Settings
screen of the controller.

Barcode is not read. Barcode scanner

screen is not clean.

➔ Clean the screen by using a damp cloth and a

conventional screen cleaner.

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5 Glossary

Term Description
Accepted Data Data that fall within the acceptable limits in a fastening strategy.
Angle Angle that is to be reached at the end of the fastening sequence

(also final angle, rated angle, or nominal angle).

Angle Capability Indexes Measure of acceptable variation of final angle values in a fastening

process.

Angle Control Fastening strategy by which you are controlling a tool by predeter-

mined angle limits.

Angle Encoder Device that measures the angle of rotation.
Angle High Active if final angle > angle high limit.
Angle High Limit (AHL) Maximum admissible angle of rotation for a fastening stage.
Angle Limits Range between the maximum and minimum acceptable angle for

one cycle.

Angle Low Active if final angle < angle low limit
Angle Low Limit (ALL) Minimum acceptable angle for a run cycle.
Angle Monitor Fastening strategy by which you are monitoring a tool by predeter-

mined angle

Angle Reject Cycle rejected when the acceptable angle is not achieved.
Application Programmed setting of the tool for a specific fastening sequence of

up to 6 stages.

Application Select 0-7 Application selects 0-7 are used to select applications 1-99using a

binary count of 0-7 where app. sel. 0 is the least significant bit.

Baud Rate Frequency at which the unit communicates.
Capability Index (Cpk) An index combining the process potential and the measure of the dif-

ference between process and the specification mean. CPK will equal
Cp if the process mean is centered on the target (nominal) specifica­tion value. If CPK is negative, the process mean (X-Bar) is outside
the specification limits. If CPK is between 0 and 1, then some of the 6
sigma spread will fall outside of the specifications. If CPK is larger
than 1, then the 6 sigma spread is completely within the specification
tolerance.

Capability of Process (Cp) Ratio of the process tolerance to 6 standard deviations. Ranges from

0.0 to infinity with larger values indicating a more capable process.
(Often referred to as Process Potential Index or Inherent Capability
Index.)

Cycle Complete Active whenever tool is not running.
Cycle OK Run cycle within limits.
Default Parameters Parameters automatically selected by the unit.
Desired Final Torque Final torque desired in a fastening process (referred to as torque set

point).

End Delay Time (ms) Delay from the time the tool is switched off until measurement stops.
Engineering Units Units of torque measurement
External Transducer Transducer physically located on the outside of the tool
Fastener Rotation Direction in which a fastener rotates

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Fastening Strategy Strategy used to control or monitor a fastening process
Final Angle Final angle desired in a fastening process
Histogram Printout generated from statistical data output
If NOK go to stage Gives the control system direction if the stage is NOK
Internal Transducer Transducer physically located inside the tool
LCD Screen Screen on the unit that provides directions to programming the unit
LED Screen Screen on the unit that provides the readout data from a run cycle
Linking Linking allows the user to automatically change from application to

application (max. 99) for a predefined number of steps (rundowns).
The automatic changes are available for 32 tightening groups. The
corresponding tightening groups can be selected with the Run
Screen or by external selection.

Load Refers to the amount of torque applied to a device or tool
Main Menu First menu that appears on LCD screen
Master Transducer Transducer used as a benchmark to calibrate another transducer
Max. Fastening Time (mS) Maximum time for the tool to run during the stage
Maximum Tool Speed Maximum admissible speed of tool
Mean (Xbar) Average of all readings taken in a sample
NOK Active if Torque/Angle/Yield Point are outside the programmed limits

or some other fault has occurred

NOK After Reverse If yes, the controller will report an NOK if the tool is run in reverse
Number of Repeats NOK (link-

ing)

Selects the number of times a fastener can be retightened after an
NOK before going to the linking position.

OK Active if Torque/Angle/Yield Point are within the programmed limits
Peak Torque Maximum torque achieved in a run cycle
Port Socket used for connecting a cable or peripheral equipment
Position (Linking) A number between 1 and 96 which describes rundown position dur-

ing linking

Power Supply Unit used to supply power to an electrical device
Pulses per Degree Number of encoder pulses generated by the tool when rotating the

head exactly 1 degree or 1/360 of a revolution

Range ® Statistical measurement of the difference between the lowest and

highest reading taken in a sample

Redundant Transducer Secondary transducer used to read torque
Reject Release Stopping of further operation of the system after a predetermined

number of rejected cycles has occurred

Rejected Data Data generated by unacceptable rundowns
Rejected Rundown Rundown that has not met the criteria of a fastening strategy
Remote Parameter Select Remote device for application selection
Reset After NOK (linking) Determines whether the controller will reset to linking position 1 after

an NOK

Resolver (angle encoder) Sensor for measuring rotation angle
Run Number Number of accepted and rejected rundowns
Rundown Printout Gives the control system direction for when to print
Second Transducer Frequently referred to as the Redundant Transducer

Term Description

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Sequence 11 High speed rundown
Sequence 16 Depth sensor, Angle Control with Angle and Torque Monitoring
Sequence 30 Torque control/angle monitor
Sequence 41 Angle controlled backoff
Sequence 50 Angle control/torque monitor
Speed Nominal speed of nutrunner during a stage
Standard Deviation (s) Measurement of the scatter of the population around a mean
Start Delay Time (ms) Time delay before the stage will start
Start Spike Time (ms) Time delay for the control system to start measuring torque after the

stage starts

Statistical Data Data used to measure the performance and accuracy of the unit and

tool

Status Light Lights located either on the unit or tool that represent accepted and

rejected cycles

Sub Group Size (Sub Sz) Sub group size of data used for statistical analysis; the smallest sub

group size = 5

Synchronization Input When active allows the tool to start from stage to stage in conjunction

with tool start

Synchronization Output Active at the end of each stage to signal a stage is complete
Threshold Torque (Nm) Torque to begin counting angle
Tightening Group (linking) Group (1-32), which specified how many rundowns are required dur-

ing the Linking with which parameters application). The correspond­ing tightening groups can be selected with the Run Screen or by
external selection.

Tool Enable Input to enable or disable the tool
Tool Reverse When active prior to tool start, the tool will run counterclockwise

using the back off strategy.

Tool Start (LCD and outputs
also clear)

Starts the tool

Tool Stop Stops the tool
Torque Capability Indexes Measure of acceptable variation of final torque values in a fastening

process

Torque Control Fastening strategy by which you are controlling a tool by predeter-

mined torque limits

Torque Filter Factor Used for calculating torque mean value
Torque High Active if peak torque > torque high limit
Torque High Limit (THL) Maximum torque that may be reached during a cycle
Torque Low Active if peak torque < torque low limit
Torque Low Limit (TLL) Minimum torque that must be reached during a cycle
Torque Monitoring Fastening strategy by which a tool is monitored based on predeter-

mined torque limits

Torque Reject Cycle rejected when the acceptable torque is not achieved
Torque Threshold (TTH) Point at which the angle counting starts
Torque Transducer Sensor for measuring torque
Transducer Device used to read torque

Term Description

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Transducer Rated Torque
(torque calibration)

Torque calibration value that must be set at rated torque of the trans­ducer

Trigger Torque (Nm) Torque to start collecting oscilloscope data
Turn Off Angle Angle at which a tool is shut-off
Turn Off Torque Torque at which a tool is shut-off

Term Description

Sales & Service Cent ers

Note: All locations may not service all products. Please contact the nearest Sales & Service Center for

the appropriate facility to handle your service requirements.

Dallas, TX Detroit, MI Houston, TX Lexington, SC

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Sales & Service Center Sales & Service Center Sales & Service Center 670 Industrial Drive

1470 Post & Paddock 2630 Superior Court 6550 West Sam Houston Lexington, SC 29072
Grand Prairie, TX 75050 Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Parkway North, Suite 200 Tel: [phone]

Tel: [phone] Tel: [phone] Houston, TX 77041 Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone] Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Los Angeles, CA Seattle, WA York, PA Canada

Apex Tool Group Apex Tool Group Apex Tool Group Apex Tool Group
Sales & Service Center Sales & Service Center Sales & Service Center Sales & Service Center

15503 Blackburn Avenue 2865 152nd Avenue N.E. 3990 East Market Street 5925 McLaughlin Road
Norwalk, CA 90650 Redmond, WA 98052 York, PA 17402 Mississauga, Ont. L5R 1B8
Tel: [phone] Tel: [phone] Tel: [phone] Canada
Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone] Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]
Germany England France China

Cooper Power Tools Cooper Power Tools Cooper Power Tools SAS Cooper (China) Co., Lt d.
GmbH & Co. OHG a company of a c ompany of a company of

a company of Apex Tool Group, LLC Apex Tool Group, LLC Apex Tool Group, LLC
Apex Tool Group, LLC Unit G Quinn Close Zone Industrielle 955 Sheng Li Road,

Postfach 30 Seven Stars Industrial Estate BP 28 Heqing Pudong, Shanghai
D-73461 Westhausen Whitlet Avenue Maurice Chevalier China 201201
Germany Coventry CV3 4LH 77831 Ozoir-la-Ferrière Cedex Tel: [phone]
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Cooper Tools Cooper Tools Industrial Ltda.
de México S.A. de C.V. a company of

a company of Apex Tool Group, LLC
Apex Tool Group, LLC Av. Liberdade, 4055

Vialidad El Pueblito #103 Zona Industrial - Iporanga
Parque Industrial Querétaro 18087-170 Sorocaba, SP Brazil
Querétaro, QRO 76220 Tel: [phone]
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Apex Tool Group, LLC
1000 Lufkin Road
Apex, NC 27539
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www.apextoolgroup.com