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Fronius Xplorer
Operating Instructions
Software
42,0426,0051,EN 002-12042012
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Dear reader,
Introduction Thank you for the trust you have placed in our company and congratulations on buying this
high-quality Fronius product. These instructions will help you familiarise yourself with the
product. Reading the instructions carefully will enable you to learn about the many different
features it has to offer. This will allow you to make full use of its advantages.
Please also note the safety rules to ensure greater safety when using the product. Careful
handling of the product will repay you with years of safe and reliable operation. These are
essential prerequisites for excellent results.
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Contents
General 5
General ...................................................................................................................................................... 7
Principle ................................................................................................................................................ 7
Fronius Xplorer function packs ............................................................................................................. 7
Application areas .................................................................................................................................. 7
System requirements ................................................................................................................................. 8
PC system requirements....................................................................................................................... 8
Welding system requirements............................................................................................................... 8
Firmware versions................................................................................................................................. 8
System configuration example.............................................................................................................. 9
Configuring network ................................................................................................................................... 10
General ................................................................................................................................................. 10
Assigning an IP address ....................................................................................................................... 10
Assigning a firewall IP address ............................................................................................................. 10
Fronius Xplorer overview 11
Fronius Xplorer overview ........................................................................................................................... 13
General ................................................................................................................................................. 13
Fronius Xplorer ..................................................................................................................................... 13
Browser level overview ......................................................................................................................... 13
Work level overview .............................................................................................................................. 14
Buttons at the browser level.................................................................................................................. 15
Symbols for power source location ....................................................................................................... 15
System component symbols ................................................................................................................. 16
System status symbols ......................................................................................................................... 17
Symbols in the Jobs and Docu worksheets overview ........................................................................... 17
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Menu - Tools 19
Options....................................................................................................................................................... 21
General ................................................................................................................................................. 21
LocalNet serial ports ............................................................................................................................. 21
Licences................................................................................................................................................ 21
Login ..................................................................................................................................................... 21
Creating a login via OPC ...................................................................................................................... 22
Creating a login via the UsbKey............................................................................................................ 22
User settings .............................................................................................................................................. 24
General ................................................................................................................................................. 24
Creating a new user with a new user profile ......................................................................................... 24
Managing the user profiles.................................................................................................................... 24
User management ................................................................................................................................ 25
Logging on and off automatically .......................................................................................................... 25
Changing the user................................................................................................................................. 25
Splitting the window ................................................................................................................................... 26
Splitting the window .............................................................................................................................. 26
Browser level 27
Browser level ............................................................................................................................................. 29
General ................................................................................................................................................. 29
Navigation in browser ........................................................................................................................... 29
Switching from browser view to status view.......................................................................................... 29
Copying a welding system to the selection bar..................................................................................... 30
Removing a welding system from the selection bar.............................................................................. 30
Worksheets 33
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Worksheet overview................................................................................................................................... 35
Worksheet overview.............................................................................................................................. 35
Buttons and symbols in the Worksheet overview ................................................................................. 35
Backing up and restoring data .............................................................................................................. 36
Setting up automatic backup................................................................................................................. 36
Defining and cancelling the master backup .......................................................................................... 36
Displaying connection status ................................................................................................................ 37
Saving the device configuration ............................................................................................................ 38
Configuring the system name and location........................................................................................... 38
Control panel worksheet ............................................................................................................................ 39
Control panel worksheet ....................................................................................................................... 39
Operating the control panel using the keyboard ................................................................................... 39
Accessing a power source set-up menu ............................................................................................... 40
Jobs worksheet .......................................................................................................................................... 41
Jobs worksheet ..................................................................................................................................... 41
Buttons and symbols in the Jobs worksheet......................................................................................... 42
Displaying job data................................................................................................................................ 43
Copying and pasting jobs...................................................................................................................... 43
Exporting/importing jobs ....................................................................................................................... 43
Pasting job data into an external document.......................................................................................... 44
Attaching a file to a job/opening an attached file .................................................................................. 44
Deleting a job ........................................................................................................................................ 45
Changing a job...................................................................................................................................... 45
Job history............................................................................................................................................. 45
Docu worksheet ......................................................................................................................................... 46
Docu worksheet .................................................................................................................................... 46
Buttons and symbols in the Docu worksheet ........................................................................................ 46
Applying the default settings for consumption figures...........................................................................47
Automatic Excel export ......................................................................................................................... 48
Switching welding data recording on and off ........................................................................................ 48
Time synchronisation ............................................................................................................................ 48
Displaying welds/consumption figures menu ........................................................................................ 49
Showing as a graph .............................................................................................................................. 49
Weld seam sections menu.................................................................................................................... 50
Parameter set values menu .................................................................................................................. 51
Actual welding parameter values menu ................................................................................................ 51
Errors menu .......................................................................................................................................... 52
Loading and displaying recorded welding data..................................................................................... 52
Saving welding data as an Excel file..................................................................................................... 53
Importing welding data.......................................................................................................................... 53
Documented welding data .................................................................................................................... 54
Log book worksheet................................................................................................................................... 57
Log book worksheet.............................................................................................................................. 57
Buttons and symbols in the Log book worksheet.................................................................................. 57
Loading and displaying log book data................................................................................................... 57
Saving log book data as an Excel file ................................................................................................... 58
Statistics worksheet ................................................................................................................................... 59
Statistics worksheet .............................................................................................................................. 59
Buttons and symbols in the Statistics worksheet .................................................................................. 59
Creating a new statistics bar................................................................................................................. 60
Graph worksheet........................................................................................................................................ 61
Graph worksheet................................................................................................................................... 61
Buttons and symbols in the Graph worksheet ......................................................................................61
Creating a new job graph...................................................................................................................... 62
Hiding/showing jobs .............................................................................................................................. 62
Zoom..................................................................................................................................................... 62
Importing data from systems not in the network ........................................................................................ 63
General ................................................................................................................................................ 63
Adding a welding system ...................................................................................................................... 63
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General
General
Principle The Fronius Xplorer software is a virtual control station for networked welding systems in
automated production areas. The graphical user interface, with its self-explanatory symbols, facilitates the clear and simple management of any number of welding systems that
form part of a networked production line.
The location and status of each welding system can be seen at a glance. Tried and tested
settings can be copied easily from one system to another. The software also has touchscreen capability for faster operation.
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Fronius Xplorer
function packs
Fronius Xplorer is available with different function packs and associated options:
(1) Power source + Fronius Xplorer (basic package)
(2) Power source + Fronius Xplorer + Docu
(3) Power source + Fronius Xplorer + JobExplorer + Docu (optional)
(4) Power source + Fronius Xplorer + RCU 5000i remote control
Function packs (1) (2) (3) (4)
All systems in the network can be seen X X X X
Monitoring the current operating status X X X X
Backup/restore functions X X X X
Remote control of the power source using PC X X X -
Documentation of set values - - X X
Documentation of changes to set values - - X X
Attaching documents or images as information - - X X
Copying jobs from one power source to another - - X X
Documentation of weld seam actual values (with part number
as option)
Limit monitoring of current and voltage - - - X
Motor current monitoring - - - X
Log book/graph/statistics - - - X
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* Welds, sections
Application areas The application area encompasses all digital devices from the Fronius product family in au-
tomated and manual applications
- MIG/MAG welding and brazing (CMT)
- TIG welding
- DeltaSpot - spot welding
- Plasma welding
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System requirements
PC system requirements
Welding system
requirements
The system requirements of the computer depend on the number of connected welding
systems for which data documentation is to be carried out. The following information relates to a system with 16 welding systems whose data is to be documented on the computer:
-3 GHz CPU
-2 GB RAM
- WinXP, Win7 or WinServer2008 operating system + latest service packs
- Microsoft.NET Framework 2.0 (on "ToolsCD" CD-ROM or via internet)
- Screen resolution of at least 1024 x 768
- One free serial interface (for configuring the network)
- At least 100 Mbit network connection
- No hub in network
- Digital power source
- Free LocalNet connection with "Ethernet" option on the power source
If no LocalNet connection is free:
- LocalNet passive distributor
For retrospective evaluation of welding data:
- RCU 5000i remote control
- or enabling of data documentation (Docu)
Firmware versions
To use the log book, graph and statistics functions, an RCU 5000i remote control must be
connected to the respective power source.
The device firmware must be kept up-to-date in order to be able to use all Fronius Xplorer
functions without any restrictions.
Minimum requirements:
TS 4000 / 5000, TPS 2700 / 3200 / 4000 (CMT) / 5000 (CMT) / 7200 / 9000
- Power source firmware: OFFICIAL UST V3.32.30 or higher
OFFICIAL UBST V1.4.31 or higher
- Wire-feed unit firmware: OFFICIAL SR 4X A V2.1.27 or higher
- RCU 5000i firmware: OFFICIAL RCU V1.13.7 or higher
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System configu-
Welding cell
Production hall
Welding cell
Production hall
Production location
Head office
ration example
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Example of network for management with Fronius Xplorer
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Configuring network
General To configure the power source for network use, a connection must be established between
the power source and PC using a LocalNet/RS232 interface. The "Service module" software is also required to make the settings.
More information about configuring the Ethernet interface can be found in the "Ethernet"
operating instructions.
(1) Wire-feed unit
(1)
(2)
(3)
(2) RCU 5000i remote control option
(3) Power source
(4) PC, laptop or touch screen with
Fronius Xplorer software
(5) LocalNet/RS232 interface
Assigning an IP
address
Assigning a firewall IP address
(4) (5)
To identify a power source uniquely within a network, it must be assigned a numeric address (IP address).
IMPORTANT! The IP address must be different for each power source.
The IP address can be set using the RCU 5000i remote control, or by entering it in the
"Overview" worksheet under "Options - General - Browser settings".
By assigning a firewall IP address, access to the power source can be restricted to one
user (PC). The firewall IP address is the same as the IP address of the PC that is to be
given access rights to the power source. The firewall IP address can be set using the RCU
5000i remote control, or by entering it in the "Overview" worksheet under "Options - Show
connection data".
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Fronius Xplorer overview
Fronius Xplorer overview
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General
WARNING! Operating the equipment incorrectly can cause serious injury and
damage. Do not use the functions described until you have thoroughly read and
understood the following documents:
- these operating instructions
- all the operating instructions for the system components, especially the safety rules
NOTE! Due to software updates, you may find that your device has certain functions that are not described in these operating instructions or vice versa. Individual illustrations may also differ slightly from the actual controls on your device, but
these controls function in exactly the same way.
IMPORTANT! To ensure system stability, make sure that Windows updates are installed
regularly (update.microsoft.com).
The symbols and buttons described in this section provide an initial overview of symbols
and buttons used at the browser level. Detailed descriptions of symbols and buttons can
be found in the relevant worksheet section.
IMPORTANT! Grey symbols indicate that the system is offline or that data traffic has been
interrupted. Grey buttons indicate that this function cannot be performed at this particular
moment for programming reasons.
Fronius Xplorer The user interface is divided into two main activity areas:
1. The browser level provides an overview of the location and status of the systems available on the network.
2. The work level
– provides information about the welding system configuration
– permits access to the operation of the power source, including background menu
– displays a view of the saved jobs. If enabled, this can be changed and managed
(set value)
– if enabled: contains welding data documentation (actual value documentation)
if an RCU 5000i remote control is connected
– records parameter changes, change of user, firmware updates and any errors
that have occurred
– performs a statistical analysis of the welding parameters
IMPORTANT! To record the current welding system data, Fronius Xplorer must be activated during welding and the RCU 5000i remote control connected (data documentation can
be enabled if required). Data that was recorded on the RCU 5000i remote control's SmartMedia card can, however, be loaded into the program at a later date.
Browser level
overview
The browser level provides an overview of the status and location of the installed welding
systems.
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(1)
(2)
(3)
(6)
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(5)
(4)
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TPS 5000
(10.4.2.120)
TPS 5000 CMT
(10.3.4.102)
TPS 4000
(10.2.2.220)
MW 4000
(10.5.2.010)
TIME 5000 Digital
(10.4.2.122)
DeltaSpot 1
(10.4.2.129)
DeltaSpot 2
(10.3.4.145)
DeltaSpot 3
(10.2.2.232)
DeltaSpot 4
(10.5.2.246)
DeltaSpot 5
(10.4.2.090)
TPS 5000 CMT
(10.4.146.244)
TIME 5000
(10.4.146.230)
DeltaSpot 1
(10.2.130.201)
DeltaSpot 4
(10.2.130.204)
Work level overview
Browser level
(1) Fronius Xplorer bar
Overview showing progress of opened folders
(2) Scroll bar
For moving the screen view where there are more systems installed than can be
displayed on screen
(3) Subfolder overview
Overview of the systems in the open folder
(4) Status overview with buttons
Overview of the status of systems in the open folder
(A) Installed systems: displays all installed systems
(B) Ready: displays all ready systems
(C) Errors: displays all systems on which an error has occurred
(D) Warnings: displays all systems on which a warning has occurred
(E) Unknown: displays all systems with an unknown status
(5) Selection bar
For storing frequently required welding systems, or those that have been allocated
a particular type of job. Click the mouse to access the work level of the selected
system.
(6) Browser button
Press the browser button to exit the work level and return to the browser level
The work level allows access to all welding system settings. Any deviations from normal
operation can be seen immediately, and all settings can be corrected from the workplace.
All work with and on the welding system can be recorded and archived.
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Work level
(1)
*
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
F2
TPS5000 (No:15440923)
FP25
VR7000 -CMT
Ethernet-Gate (No:15440923)
RCU5000i (No:15050216)
LN Router
TPS5000 (No:15440923)
POWERMAG-OS
4.2.4
Weld Process Regulator
5.0.100
DB 0503
5.0.95
UST2BV1.4B
1.4.1
BPS53 V0.3A
0.3.0.
FP25
FP25_OS
1.21.14
FP25 V1.6A
1.6.0
F3
F4
F5 F6 F7 F8
Overview
Place / ....
Panel
Jobs
Doku
LogBook Statistic Diagram
TPS 5000 CMT
(10.4.146.244)
TIME 5000
(10.4.146.230)
DeltaSpot 1
(10.2.130.201)
DeltaSpot 4
(10.2.130.204)
* Available depending on option pack
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Buttons at the
browser level
(1) Location path of welding system
Shows name and location of the selected welding system
(2) Close welding system button
By pressing the "Close welding system" button, the welding system is removed
from the selection bar
(3) Licence manager
all the available system options are shown in the licence manager. Activated options are shown in green. Blocked options can be enabled by entering a code.
(4) Work level
For navigating and working in the available worksheets
(5) Activated welding system in the selection bar
By activating a welding system, the user is taken to the work level of the welding
system
Browser button
For switching from the work level to the browser level
"Create new file" button
For creating a new file
"Open file" button
For opening Fronius Xplorer files (e.g. data from non-networked systems)
Symbols for power source location
Power source locations are defined using the following folder symbols:
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Home symbol
The highest folder level: Home/
Production location symbol
The second folder level: Home/Production location/
Factory symbol
The third folder level: Home/Production location/Factory/
Production hall symbol
The fourth folder level: Home/Production location/Factory/Production hall/
Production cell symbol
The fifth folder level: Home/Production location/Factory/Production hall/Production cell/
The type and status of the welding system are shown in the lowest folder level
System component symbols
Power source symbol
Applies to all Fronius power sources from the digital series
Wire-feed unit symbol
Applies to all available Fronius wire-feed units
Remote control symbol
Applies to all available Fronius remote controls (except RCU 5000i)
RCU 5000i remote control symbol (system add-on)
Applies to the RCU 5000i remote control
Interface symbol (robot, Ethernet, etc.)
When using an interface
Gas sensor symbol
When using a gas sensor
Part counter symbol
When using a RCU 5000i remote control, the part counter is shown here
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Serial interface symbol
When using the LocalNet/RS232 interface
DeltaSpot spot welding gun symbol
Applies to Fronius DeltaSpot spot welding guns
PC symbol
Displays various version numbers
WibuKey symbol
Indicates whether a WibuBox is connected to the PC
System status
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(1)
F2
F3
F4
F5 F6 F7 F8
(2)
Overview
Place / ....
Panel
Jobs
Doku
LogBook Statistic Diagram
TPS 5000 CMT
(10.4.146.244)
symbols
(1) System activity status symbol:
Welding active
Arc is burning
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(1)
(2)
(2) System status symbol:
Status OK
System working properly
(3)
Warning
System displays a warning
Unknown status
System is currently unavailable (switched off or disconnected from mains)
System stop
System displays an error on the control panel and is not working properly
(3) System status symbol:
Welding system online
Connection to system established, data being retrieved
System available
System ready to establish a connection
No connection
The connection to the system is interrupted (e.g. system is switched off)
Symbols in the
Jobs and Docu
worksheets overview
(1) Symbols in Jobs worksheet
Jobs licence and access rights
The Jobs worksheet is available, jobs are available for editing
Jobs licence, but currently no access rights
The Jobs worksheet is available, but the job is currently locked for editing by another user
Jobs licence not available
The Jobs worksheet is not available
(2) Symbols in Docu worksheet
Data recording activated
Data recording is activated in the pull-down menu of the Docu worksheet
Data recording deactivated
Data recording is deactivated in the pull-down menu of the Docu worksheet
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