GE Fanuc 15, 16, 18 Operator's Manual

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Computer Numerical Control Products

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Operator's Manual (Remote Diagnostic Function)

GFZ-61214E-4/02 February 1997

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This section describes the safety precautions related to the use of CNC units. It is essential that these precautions be observed by users to ensure the safe operation of machines equipped with a CNC unit (all descriptions in this section assume this configuration). Note that some precautions are related only to specific functions, and thus may not be applicable to certain CNC units. Users must also observe the safety precautions related to the machine, as described in the relevant manual supplied by the machine tool builder. Before attempting to operate the machine or create a program to control the operation of the machine, the operator must become fully familiar with the contents of this manual and relevant manual supplied by the machine tool builder.

Contents

1. DEFINITION OF WARNING, CAUTION, AND NOTE s–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2. GENERAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS s–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3. WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS RELATED TO PROGRAMMING s–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4. WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS RELATED TO HANDLING s–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5. WARNINGS RELATED TO DAILY MAINTENANCE s–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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DEFINITION OF WARNING, CAUTION, AND NOTE

This manual includes safety precautions for protecting the user and preventing damage to the machine. Precautions are classified into W arning and Caution according to their bearing on safety. Also, supplementary information is described as a Note. Read the Warning, Caution, and Note thoroughly before attempting to use the machine.

WARNING

Applied when there is a danger of the user being injured or when there is a damage of both the user being injured and the equipment being damaged if the approved procedure is not observed.

CAUTION

Applied when there is a danger of the equipment being damaged, if the approved procedure is not observed.

NOTE

The Note is used to indicate supplementary information other than Warning and Caution.

 Read this manual carefully, and store it in a safe place.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

GENERAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

WARNING

Never attempt to machine a workpiece without first checking the operation of the machine. Before starting a production run, ensure that the machine is operating correctly by performing a trial run using, for example, the single block, feedrate override, or machine lock function or by operating the machine with neither a tool nor workpiece mounted. Failure to confirm the correct operation of the machine may result in the machine behaving unexpectedly, possibly causing damage to the workpiece and/or machine itself, or injury to the user.

Before operating the machine, thoroughly check the entered data. Operating the machine with incorrectly specified data may result in the machine behaving unexpectedly , possibly causing damage to the workpiece and/or machine itself, or injury to the user.

Ensure that the specified feedrate is appropriate for the intended operation. Generally , for each machine, there is a maximum allowable feedrate. The appropriate feedrate varies with the intended operation. Refer to the manual provided with the machine to determine the maximum allowable feedrate. If a machine is run at other than the correct speed, it may behave unexpectedly , possibly causing damage to the workpiece and/or machine itself, or injury to the user.

When using a tool compensation function, thoroughly check the direction and amount of compensation. Operating the machine with incorrectly specified data may result in the machine behaving unexpectedly , possibly causing damage to the workpiece and/or machine itself, or injury to the user.

The parameters for the CNC and PMC are factory–set. Usually , there is not need to change them. When, however, there is not alternative other than to change a parameter, ensure that you fully understand the function of the parameter before making any change. Failure to set a parameter correctly may result in the machine behaving unexpectedly , possibly causing damage to the workpiece and/or machine itself, or injury to the user.

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CAUTION

Immediately after switching on the power, do not touch any of the keys on the MDI panel until the position display or alarm screen appears on the CNC unit. Some of the keys on the MDI panel are dedicated to maintenance or other special operations. Pressing any of these keys may place the CNC unit in other than its normal state. Starting the machine in this state may cause it to behave unexpectedly.

The operator’s manual and programming manual supplied with a CNC unit provide an overall description of the machine’s functions, including any optional functions. Note that the optional functions will vary from one machine model to another. Therefore, some functions described in the manuals may not actually be available for a particular model. Check the specification of the machine if in doubt.

Some functions may have been implemented at the request of the machine–tool builder. When using such functions, refer to the manual supplied by the machine–tool builder for details of their use and any related cautions.

NOTE

Programs, parameters, and macro variables are stored in nonvolatile memory in the CNC unit. Usually , they are retained even if the power is turned off. Such data may be deleted inadvertently, however, or it may prove necessary to delete all data from nonvolatile memory as part of error recovery. To guard against the occurrence of the above, and assure quick restoration of deleted data, backup all vital data, and keep the backup copy in a safe place.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS RELATED TO PROGRAMMING

This section covers the major safety precautions related to programming. Before attempting to perform programming, read the supplied operator’s manual and programming manual carefully such that you are fully familiar with their contents.

WARNING

Coordinate system setting

If a coordinate system is established incorrectly, the machine may behave unexpectedly as a result of the program issuing an otherwise valid move command. Such an unexpected operation may damage the tool, the machine itself, the workpiece, or cause injury to the user.

Positioning by nonlinear interpolation

When performing positioning by nonlinear interpolation (positioning by nonlinear movement between the start and end points), the tool path must be carefully confirmed before performing programming. Positioning involves rapid traverse. If the tool collides with the workpiece, it may damage the tool, the machine itself, the workpiece, or cause injury to the user.

Function involving a rotation axis

When programming polar coordinate interpolation or normal–direction (perpendicular) control, pay careful attention to the speed of the rotation axis. Incorrect programming may result in the rotation axis speed becoming excessively high, such that centrifugal force causes the chuck to lose its grip on the workpiece if the latter is not mounted securely. Such mishap is likely to damage the tool, the machine itself, the workpiece, or cause injury to the user.

Inch/metric conversion

Switching between inch and metric inputs does not convert the measurement units of data such as the workpiece origin offset, parameter, and current position. Before starting the machine, therefore, determine which measurement units are being used. Attempting to perform an operation with invalid data specified may damage the tool, the machine itself, the workpiece, or cause injury to the user.

Constant surface speed control

When an axis subject to constant surface speed control approaches the origin of the workpiece coordinate system, the spindle speed may become excessively high. Therefore, it is necessary to specify a maximum allowable speed. Specifying the maximum allowable speed incorrectly may damage the tool, the machine itself, the workpiece, or cause injury to the user.

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Stroke check

After switching on the power, perform a manual reference position return as required. Stroke check is not possible before manual reference position return is performed. Note that when stroke check is disabled, an alarm is not issued even if a stroke limit is exceeded, possibly damaging the tool, the machine itself, the workpiece, or causing injury to the user.

Tool post interference check

A tool post interference check is performed based on the tool data specified during automatic operation. If the tool specification does not match the tool actually being used, the interference check cannot be made correctly, possibly damaging the tool or the machine itself, or causing injury to the user. After switching on the power, or after selecting a tool post manually, always start automatic operation and specify the tool number of the tool to be used.

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CAUTION

Absolute/incremental mode

If a program created with absolute values is run in incremental mode, or vice versa, the machine may behave unexpectedly.

Plane selection

If an incorrect plane is specified for circular interpolation, helical interpolation, or a canned cycle, the machine may behave unexpectedly . Refer to the descriptions of the respective functions for details.

Torque limit skip

Before attempting a torque limit skip, apply the torque limit. If a torque limit skip is specified without the torque limit actually being applied, a move command will be executed without performing a skip.

Programmable mirror image

Note that programmed operations vary considerably when a programmable mirror image is enabled.

Compensation function

If a command based on the machine coordinate system or a reference position return command is issued in compensation function mode, compensation is temporarily canceled, resulting in the unexpected behavior of the machine. Before issuing any of the above commands, therefore, always cancel compensation function mode.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS RELATED TO HANDLING

This section presents safety precautions related to the handling of machine tools. Before attempting to operate your machine, read the supplied operator’s manual and programming manual carefully, such that you are fully familiar with their contents.

WARNING

Manual operation

When operating the machine manually , determine the current position of the tool and workpiece, and ensure that the movement axis, direction, and feedrate have been specified correctly. Incorrect operation of the machine may damage the tool, the machine itself, the workpiece, or cause injury to the operator.

Manual reference position return

After switching on the power, perform manual reference position return as required. If the machine is operated without first performing manual reference position return, it may behave unexpectedly . Stroke check is not possible before manual reference position return is performed. An unexpected operation of the machine may damage the tool, the machine itself, the workpiece, or cause injury to the user.

Manual numeric command

When issuing a manual numeric command, determine the current position of the tool and workpiece, and ensure that the movement axis, direction, and command have been specified correctly, and that the entered values are valid. Attempting to operate the machine with an invalid command specified may damage the tool, the machine itself, the workpiece, or cause injury to the operator.

Manual handle feed

In manual handle feed, rotating the handle with a large scale factor, such as 100, applied causes the tool and table to move rapidly. Careless handling may damage the tool and/or machine, or cause injury to the user.

Disabled override

If override is disabled (according to the specification in a macro variable) during threading, rigid tapping, or other tapping, the speed cannot be predicted, possibly damaging the tool, the machine itself, the workpiece, or causing injury to the operator.

Origin/preset operation

Basically, never attempt an origin/preset operation when the machine is operating under the control of a program. Otherwise, the machine may behave unexpectedly , possibly damaging the tool, the machine itself, the tool, or causing injury to the user.

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Workpiece coordinate system shift

Manual intervention, machine lock, or mirror imaging may shift the workpiece coordinate system. Before attempting to operate the machine under the control of a program, confirm the coordinate system carefully. If the machine is operated under the control of a program without making allowances for any shift in the workpiece coordinate system, the machine may behave unexpectedly , possibly damaging the tool, the machine itself, the workpiece, or causing injury to the operator.

Software operator’s panel and menu switches

Using the software operator’s panel and menu switches, in combination with the MDI panel, it is possible to specify operations not supported by the machine operator’s panel, such as mode change, override value change, and jog feed commands. Note, however, that if the MDI panel keys are operated inadvertently, the machine may behave unexpectedly, possibly damaging the tool, the machine itself, the workpiece, or causing injury to the user.

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CAUTION

Manual intervention

If manual intervention is performed during programmed operation of the machine, the tool path may vary when the machine is restarted. Before restarting the machine after manual intervention, therefore, confirm the settings of the manual absolute switches, parameters, and absolute/incremental command mode.

Feed hold, override, and single block

The feed hold, feedrate override, and single block functions can be disabled using custom macro system variable #3004. Be careful when operating the machine in this case.

Dry run

Usually , a dry run is used to confirm the operation of the machine. During a dry run, the machine operates at dry run speed, which differs from the corresponding programmed feedrate. Note that the dry run speed may sometimes be higher than the programmed feed rate.

Cutter and tool nose radius compensation in MDI mode

Pay careful attention to a tool path specified by a command in MDI mode, because cutter or tool nose radius compensation is not applied. When a command is entered from the MDI to interrupt in automatic operation in cutter or tool nose radius compensation mode, pay particular attention to the tool path when automatic operation is subsequently resumed. Refer to the descriptions of the corresponding functions for details.

Program editing

If the machine is stopped, after which the machining program is edited (modification, insertion, or deletion), the machine may behave unexpectedly if machining is resumed under the control of that program. Basically , do not modify, insert, or delete commands from a machining program while it is in use.

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WARNINGS RELATED TO DAILY MAINTENANCE

WARNING

Memory backup battery replacement

When replacing the memory backup batteries, keep the power to the machine (CNC) turned on, and apply an emergency stop to the machine. Because this work is performed with the power on and the cabinet open, only those personnel who have received approved safety and maintenance training may perform this work. When replacing the batteries, be careful not to touch the high–voltage circuits (marked fitted with an insulating cover). Touching the uncovered high–voltage circuits presents an extremely dangerous electric shock hazard.

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NOTE

The CNC uses batteries to preserve the contents of its memory , because it must retain data such as programs, offsets, and parameters even while external power is not applied. If the battery voltage drops, a low battery voltage alarm is displayed on the machine operator’s panel or CR T screen. When a low battery voltage alarm is displayed, replace the batteries within a week. Otherwise, the contents of the CNC’s memory will be lost. Refer to the maintenance section of the operator’s manual or programming manual for details of the battery replacement procedure.

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W ARNING

Absolute pulse coder battery replacement

NOTE

The absolute pulse coder uses batteries to preserve its absolute position. If the battery voltage drops, a low battery voltage alarm is displayed on the machine operator’s panel or CR T screen. When a low battery voltage alarm is displayed, replace the batteries within a week. Otherwise, the absolute position data held by the pulse coder will be lost. Refer to the maintenance section of the operator’s manual or programming manual for details of the battery replacement procedure.

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Fuse replacement

For some units, the chapter covering daily maintenance in the operator’s manual or programming manual describes the fuse replacement procedure. Before replacing a blown fuse, however, it is necessary to locate and remove the cause of the blown fuse. For this reason, only those personnel who have received approved safety and maintenance training may perform this work. When replacing a fuse with the cabinet open, be careful not to touch the high–voltage circuits (marked Touching an uncovered high–voltage circuit presents an extremely dangerous electric shock hazard.

and fitted with an insulating cover).

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PREFACE

This manual describes the following products:

Product Name Abbreviation

FANUC Series 15–TA 15–TA

FANUC Series 15–TF 15–TF FANUC Series 15–TTA 15–TTA FANUC Series 15–TTF 15–TTF

FANUC Series 15–MA 15–MA FANUC Series 15–MF 15–MF

FANUC Series 16–TA 16–TA

FANUC Series 16–MA 16–MA

FANUC Series 16–TTA 16–TTA

FANUC Series 16–TB 16–TB

FANUC Series 16–MB 16–MB

FANUC Series 16–TC 16–TC

FANUC Series 16–MC 16–MC

FANUC Series 18–TA 18–TA

FANUC Series 18–MA 18–MA

FANUC Series 18–TTA 18–TTA

FANUC Series 18–TB 18–TB

FANUC Series 18–MB 18–MB

FANUC Series 18–TC 18–TC

FANUC Series 18–MC 18–MC

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PREFACE p–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

I. SPECIFICATIONS

1. OVERVIEW 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.1 OUTLINE 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.2 CNC Options (Series 15) 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.3 SUPPOR TED PERSONAL COMPUTER MODELS 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2. WORK DISK CREATION 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.1 OVER VIEW 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.2 INST ALL PROCEDURE 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.3 DEVICE DRIVER DISK 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.4 ORIGINAL AND WORK DISKS 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5 MODEL–SPECIFIC KEY CODE FILE 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6 PCB DRAWING NUMBER FILE (Series 15) 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3. CONNECTION 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.1 CONNECTING MODEM 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.1.1 Connecting the CNC Machine Tool and Modem 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.1.2 Connecting Personal Computer and Modem 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.2 SETTING COMMUNICATION PARAMETERS 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.2.1 CNC Setting Parameters 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.2.2 Setting for Personal Computer 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.2.3 Setting for Modem 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.3 CONNECTING TELEPHONE LINE 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.3.1 Mode of Modem 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.3.2 Line Connection 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.3.3 Termination 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

II. OPERATION

1. FUNCTION OVERVIEW 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.1 OUTLINE 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.1.1 Language Selection Screen 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.1.2 Wireless Adapter Selection Screen 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.1.3 Access Right Confirmation Screen (Series 16/18) 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.1.4 Command Selection Screen 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.1.5 Function Selection Screen 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.1.6 Special Screen for Function Selection 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.1.7 T ransmission/Reception Screen 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.1.8 File contents Display Screen 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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2. FUNCTIONS 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.1 LANGUAGE SELECTION SCREEN 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.2 WIRELESS ADAPTER SELECTION SCREEN 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.3 ACCESS RIGHT CONFIRMATION SCREEN (Series 16/18) 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.4 COMMAND SELECTION SCREEN 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5 CNC PROGRAM FUNCTION 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5.1 Search for Specified Program 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5.2 Part Program (Computer → CNC) 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5.3 Collation CNC Command Data (Computer → CNC) 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5.4 Part Program (CNC → Computer) 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5.5 Current Program Number (CNC → Computer) 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5.6 Current Sequence Number (CNC → Computer) 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5.7 Program Directory Display (CNC → Computer) 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5.8 Deletion of Specified Program 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5.9 Deletion of All Programs 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6 INPUT FUNCTION (COMPUTER → CNC) 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.1 Parameter (Computer → CNC) 47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.2 Pitch Error Data (Computer → CNC) 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.3 Tool Offset Data (Computer → CNC) 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.4 Custom Macro Variable (Computer → CNC) 52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.5 Display Selection (Computer → CNC) 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.6 Contents of Memory (Computer → CNC) 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.7 Input of PMC Data (Computer → CNC) 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.8 Display of Specified Message 65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.9 Option Parameter (Series 15) 66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.10 All Parameters (Computer → CNC) 68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7 OUTPUT FUNCTION (CNC → COMPUTER) 70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.1 Alarm Information (CNC → Computer) 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.2 Machine Position (CNC → Computer) 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.3 Absolute Position (CNC → Computer) 76. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.4 Skip Position (CNC → Computer) 78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.5 Servo Delay (CNC → Computer) 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.6 Acceleration/Deceleration Delay (CNC → Computer) 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.7 Diagnosis (CNC → Computer) 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.8 Parameter (CNC → Computer) 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.9 Pitch Error Data (CNC → Computer) 87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.10 T ool Offset Data (CNC → Computer) 88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.11 Custom Macro Variable 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.12 T ool Life Data 94. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.13 Modal Information 102. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.14 Actual Speed (CNC → Computer) 107. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.15 A/D Conversion Data 109. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.16 Contents of the Memory (CNC → Computer) 115. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.17 Status (CNC → Computer) 116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.18 Screen Selection (CNC → Computer) (Series 15) 118. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.19 Display Selection (CNC → Computer) (Series 16/18) 120. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.20 Screen (CNC → Computer) (Series 15) 122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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2.8 FILE–RELATED FUNCTIONS 134. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.9 CNC SYSTEM SELECTION 141. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.10 ACCESS RIGHT REQUEST 142. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.11 END 143. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

T ABLE OF CONTENTS

2.7.21 Display T ext Data (CNC → Computer) (Series 16/18) 123. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.22 Board Information (CNC → Computer) 124. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.23 Optional Parameter Output (CNC → Computer) (Series 15) 127. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.24 PMC Data (CNC → Computer) 128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.25 Sequence Program (CNC → Computer) (Series 15) 130. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.26 Ladder Program (CNC → Computer) (Series 16/18) 131. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.27 Ladder Title (CNC → Computer) (Series 16/18) 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7.28 PCM/Ladder Series and Version (CNC → Computer) (Series 16/18) 133. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.8.1 File List 135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.8.2 File Reference 136. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.8.3 File Deletion 137. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.8.4 File Copy 137. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.8.5 Rename File 138. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.8.6 File Merge 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.8.7 Change the Current Directory 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.8.8 Create Directory 140. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.8.9 Remove Directory 140. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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OVERVIEW

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1. OVERVIEW

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OUTLINE

D Series15

The FANUC Series 15/16/18 can be connected via a telephone line with a personal computer available on the market to exchange CNC data including parameters.

[Personal computer][CNC machine tool]

FANUC Series

15/16/18

RS–232C Telephone

line

Modem Modem

RS–232C

For remote diagnosis, the following functions can be executed:

1. Output of A/D conversion data 23. Output of skip position

2. Output of PMC data 24. Status output

3. Input of PMC data 25. Output of absolute position

4. Output of alarm information 26. Output of all part programs

5. Output of optional parameter 27. Output of all parameters

6. Input of optional parameter 28. Input of all parameters

7. Output of acceleration/deceleration delay

8. Output of custom macro variable

9. Input of custom macro variable 31. Output of part program

10. Output of screen information 32. Input of part program

11. Screen selection 33. Output of parameters

12. Output of machine position 34. Input of parameters

13. Output of tool offset data 35. Output of pitch error data

14. Input of tool offset data 36. Input of pitch error data

15. Output of tool life data 37. File-related function

16. Output of servo delay 38. Output of board information

17. Sequence program output 39. Display of program directory

18. Output of current sequence number

19. Output of current program number

20. Output of actual speed 42. Input of contents of memory

21. Search of specified program 43. Output of modal information

22. Deletion of specified program

29. Deletion of all programs

30. Output of diagnostic data

40. Display of messages

41. Output of contents of memory

The word “output” used here means the reception of CNC data by the personal computer from the Series 15, and the word “input” means the transmission of CNC data from the personal computer to the Series 15.

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a. CNC program

a–1 Computer → CNC

(1)

Collation CNC command data

(2)

Search for specified program

(3)

Part program

a–2 CNC → computer

(1)

Part program

(2)

Program directory display

b. Computer → CNC

(1)

Parameter

(2)

Pitch error data

(3)

Tool offset value

(4)

Custom macro variable

(5)

Display screen selection

c. CNC → computer

(1)

Alarm information

(2)

Machine position

(3)

Absolute position

(4)

Skip position

(5)

Servo delay

(6)

Acceleration/deceleration delay

(7)

Diagnosis

(8)

Parameter

(9)

Tool life data

(10)

Display screen status

(1 1)

Modal information

(12)

Pitch error data

(13)

Tool offset value

(14)

Custom macro variable

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(4)

Deletion of specified program

(5)

Deletion of all programs

(3)

Current program number

(4)

Current sequence number

(6)

Contents of memory

(7)

PMC data

(8)

Display of specified message

(9)

All parameters

(15)

Contents of memory

(16)

Ladder program

(17)

Actual speed

(18)

Status

(19)

A/D conversion data

(20)

PMC data

(21)

Screen text data

(22)

PCB information

(23)

Ladder title

(24)

PMC/ladder series/version

d. File function selection

(1)

File list

(2)

File reference

(3)

Delete file

(4)

File copy

(5)

Rename file

(6)

File merge

(7)

Change directory

(8)

Create directory

(9)

Remove directory

(“→” indicates the direction of data flow.)

NOTE

1 Data may not be received in real time if the condition of the

telephone line limits the communication speed.

2 Screen text data for item (21) in c may not be usable with a

16/18–MODEL C, depending on the display unit being used.

3 Part of the PCB information for item (22) in c may not be

usable with a 16/18–MODEL B/C.

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CNC OPTIONS (Series 15)

Options needed to execute the remote diagnostic function are categorized into two types: essential required options and function–specific required options

D Essential required option

Reader/punch interface A or B

D Function–specific required options

Function name Required option

Output of A/D conversion data Output of PMC data Input of PMC data Output of alarm information Output of optional parameter Input of optional parameter Output of acceleration/deceleration delay Output of custom macro variable Input of custom macro variable Output of screen information Screen selection Output machine position Output of tool offset data Input of tool offset data Output of tool life data Output of servo delay Output of sequence program Output of current sequence number Output of current program number Output of actual speed Search of specified program Deletion of specified program Output of skip position Status output Output of absolute position Output of all part programs Output of all parameters Input of all parameters Deletion of all programs Output of diagnostic data Output of part program Input of part program Output of parameters Input of parameters Output of pitch error data Input of pitch error data File–related function Output of board information Display of program directory Display of messages

Output of contents of memory Input of contents of memory Output of modal information

NC window Extended NC window Extended NC window NC window NC window NC window Basic NC window, Custom macro

NC window, Custom macro Basic Extended NC window NC window Extended NC window Extended NC window Extended NC window Basic Extended NC window NC window NC window NC window NC window NC window NC window Extended NC window NC window NC window NC window NC window NC window NC window NC window NC window Basic Basic NC window NC window Basic Basic NC window Extended NC window,

external data I/O Extended NC window Extended NC window NC window

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1.3

SUPPORTED PERSONAL COMPUTER MODELS

The remote diagnostic function is used by executing the remote diagnostic function executable program (RMT_MAIN.EXE) on a service terminal. At present, five models of personal computer can be used as a service terminal. In addition to the remote diagnostic function executable program, a model–specific key code file (RMT.ESC) and, on some models, a model–specific device driver (RSDRV.SYS) are required to execute the remote diagnostic function. The following table lists the personal computer models that can be used to execute the remote diagnostic function, as well as the related model–specific key code files and device drivers.

No. Supported model

1 NEC PC–98 Series For PC–98 None 2 Fujitsu FM–R Series For FM–R None 3 IBM–PC/AT or compatible For IBM–PC/AT For IBM–PC/AT 4 Toshiba Dynabook J–3100 For AX For J–3100 5 AX specification For AX For IBM–PC/A T

Model–specific

key code file

Model–specific

device driver

NOTE

1 See Sections 2.4 and 2.5 for details of the model–specific

key code file.

2 The remote diagnostic function executable program file

(RMT–MAIN.EXE) can operate only in MS–DOS environments; it cannot operate in Windows environments.

2. WORK DISK CREA TION

WORK DISK CREATION

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2. WORK DISK CREA TION

2.1

OVERVIEW

The remote diagnostic function is realized by executing a remote diagnostic executable program file from the remote diagnostic work disk (hereafter simply called the work disk) on a service terminal.

The work disk is created by adding the remote diagnostic function terminal software (hereafter called the original disk) to the device driver disk, as shown below.

The install program on the original disk is used to create the work disk.

Original disk

Copy

Device driver disk

Fig. 2.1 Original disk and work disk

Work disk

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INSTALL PROCEDURE

This section shows an example of installing the remote diagnostic function program. When applying the procedure, modify it as required according to the personal computer you are using.

(1)Prerequisites

Host computer:

Must have two floppy disk drives.

Device driver disk:

Must be provided with an environment featuring an RS–232C

interface. Original disk See Section 2.3 for an explanation of how to create the device driver

disk.

(2)Insert the original and device driver disks into drives A and B,

respectively.

(3)Start the install program.

A: \RMT _INST [Return]

(4)Specify the host computer model.

Host : 1:IBM–PC/2:PC–98 series/3:FM–R/4:J3100/5:AX No. : 1[Return]

(1: IBM–PC is selected.)

(5)If the Return key is pressed, drive B is selected. Proceed to step (6).

Directory for Host Software [b:\]: [Return]

At this point, you can change the program installation directory as follows:

Directory for Host Software [b:\]: C:\RMT [Return]

(The directory is changed to C:\RMT.)

(6)Enter Y, N, or C.

Entering N returns you to step (4), where you can again specify the host computer model. Entering C terminates the install procedure without creating the work disk. Enter Y to proceed to step (7).

(7)Five or seven files are automatically copied from the original disk to

the work disk.

(8)Once the work disk has been created, the message “COMPLETED”

appears.

(9) Switch the host computer off, move the work disk from drive B to

drive A, then switch the host computer on again. The remote diagnostic function starts automatically. If you changed the installation directory in step (5), move to that directory and start the remote diagnostic function by entering:

RMT_MAIN[Return]

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NOTE

FANUC provides the original disk on a 5.25–inch floppy disk (2HD) only.

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DEVICE DRIVER DISK

When formatting a new disk, prepare a system disk as appropriate for the host computer. (This system disk will ultimately become the work disk, so a new disk should be used.) Prepare an RS–232C environment on this system disk, and use it as the device driver disk. The following table lists the files necessary for each environment.

Host File

IBM–PC ANSI.SYS

PC–98 Series RSDRV.SYS , SPEED.EXE

FM–R SETUP.EXE

J3100 None

AX computer ANSIJ.SYS

To enable Japanese–text entry, the CONFIG.SYS file must specify the device driver and dictionary file (for the PC9800 Series) or the device driver (for the FMR Series), as listed below.

PC9800 Series DEVICE=A:\NECDIC.DRV A:\NECDIC.SYS. .

FMR Series DEVICE=OAK0.SYS. . . . .

DEVICE=OAK1.SYS

If the CONFIG.SYS file does not contain these statements, include them and press the reset switch to restart the system before activating the remote diagnostic function. For details, refer to the user’s manual of the personal computer being used as the service terminal.

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2.4

ORIGINAL AND WORK DISKS

(1)Common file

These files are always copied regardless of which PC is being used as the host computer.

RMT_MAIN.EXE Remote diagnostic function executable.

program file

RMT.PCB PCB drawing number file. . . . . . . .

The following files are renamed when they are copied from the original disk to the work disk.

(2)IBM–PC

Original disk Work disk

RMT_IBM.ESC RMT.ESC ESC key code file. . . .

RSDVIBM.SYS RSDRV.SYS RS–232C device driver. . SPEEDIBM.EXE SPEED.EXE RS–232C port setting command. . CF_IBM.SYS CONFIG.SYS AT_IBM.BAT AUTOEXEC.BAT

(3)PC–98 series

Original disk Work disk

RMT_PC98.ESC RMT.ESC ESC key code file. . . .

CF_PC98.SYS CONFIG.SYS AT_PC98.BAT AUTOEXEC.BAT

(4)FM–R

Original disk Work disk

RMT_FMR.ESC RMT.ESC ESC key code file. . . .

CF_FMR.SYS CONFIG.SYS AT_FMR.BAT AUTOEXEC.BAT

(5)J3100

Original disk Work disk

RMT_AX.ESC RMT.ESC ESC key code file. . . .

RSDVJ3.SYS RSDRV.SYS RS–232C device driver. . SPEEDJ3.EXE SPEED.EXE RS–232C port setting command. . CF_J3.SYS CONFIG.SYS AT_AX.BAT AUTOEXEC.BAT

(6)AX computer

Original disk Work disk

RMT_AX.ESC RMT.ESC ESC key code file. . . .

RSDVIBM.SYS RSDRV.SYS RS–232C device driver. . SPEEDIBM.EXE SPEED.EXE RS–232C port setting command. . CF_AX.SYS CONFIG.SYS AT_AX.BAT AUTOEXEC.BAT

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MODEL–SPECIFIC KEY CODE FILE

On the CRT screen of the service terminal, the ESC sequence and key codes are used to perform control. The ESC and key codes vary with the PC being used as the service terminal. So, compatibility among the models is maintained by specifying ESC and key codes in a model–specific file (RMT.ESC) and loading them from that file. The key code file must be prepared in the same directory as the remote diagnostic function executable program file. When the remote diagnostic function executable program is started, it first reads the ESC and key codes from the model–specific file. The file format is described below.

For the FM–R series

# REMOTE DIAGNOSIS ESC/KEY CODE FILE FOR FM-R SERIES Ver 1.10 # # ESC code # = ESC[%d;%dH # position #

= ESC[7;3%dm # reverse # Specifies inversion and color.. . = ESC[0m # ESC cancel # Releases the ESC code.. . = ESC[0v # cursol on # Displays the cursor.. . = ESC[1v # cursol off # Hides the cursor.. . = ESC[2J # display clear # Erases the screen.. . = ESC[3%dm # collor # Specifies the color.. .

# KEY code # = 09 # tab # [TAB] key. .

= 0d # return # [RETURN] key. . = 1e # up # [↑] key. . = 1f # down # [↓] key. . = 1c # right # [→] key. . = 1d # left # [←] key. . = 08 # back space # [BS] key. . = 1b # esc # [ESC] key. .

Specifies the cursor line and digit position.. .

The sequence of the codes is fixed. “=” is followed by one or more space or tab characters, then by an [ESC] or key code.

One or more space or tab characters must also follow each [ESC] or key code.

Text enclosed between two “#” characters is assumed to be a comment.

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2.6

PCB DRAWING NUMBER FILE (Series 15)

Example

On the PCB information output screen, the PCB drawing number is obtained by searching for the PCB drawing number file (RMT.PCB) according to the module ID. Similarly to RMT.ESC, the RMT.PCB file must be prepared in the same directory as the remote diagnostic function executable program file. Its format is shown below.

# MODURL ID-P.C.B DRAWING No. DATA FILE #

# ID DRAWING No. COMMENTATOR #

= 0x1E/A16B-2200-0120/BASE0 512K w.IF/ *1 = 1123/A16B-2200-0141/BASE2 2M w.SUB/ *2 = 1x23/A16B-2200-0141/BASE2 2M Part2/ *3 = 0120/A16B-2200-0140/BASE2 SUB 1M/ = 0x22/A16B-2200-016x/GRAPH CPU w.MPC/ = 4x1D/A16B-2200-013x/BASE1 w.ROM B./ = 3x01/A16B-2200-0090/AXIS CTL 4Spdl/ = 1x01/A16B-2200-0092/AXIS CTL 2Spdl/

The sequence of the module IDs can vary . For search operations, x or X can be used as a wild card character in any digit position of the module ID, as in *1. (In this example, module IDs 001E, 011E to 0E1E, and 0F1E are specified as the search targets.) If an original module ID and corresponding module IDs that contain a wild card character are intermixed as in *2 and *3, however, the original module ID must precede the others (those that contain a wild card character).

Data should be described as follows: Enter “=” followed by one or more space or tab characters, the module ID, “/”, the corresponding PCB drawing number, another “/”, a comment, and one more “/”, in this order .

Enter “<” on the last line of the file. The number of characters in the module ID and PCB drawing number is

fixed. However, the length of the comment can be changed, up to a maximum of 16 characters. If more than 16 characters are specified for a comment, the excess characters are ignored.

The comment can contain any characters except: “/” Text enclosed between two “#” characters is assumed to be a comment.

3. CONNECTION

CONNECTION

SPECIFICATIONS

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CONNECTING MODEM

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3. CONNECTION

3.1.1

Connecting the CNC Machine Tool and Modem

D Series 15

Series 15

CD4A of BASE 0, CD4B of BASE 0, or CD4 of serial port

D Series 16/18

CNC machine tool

Main CPU board JD5A or JD5B

A modem is to be connected to the RS-232C interface of the CNC machine tool.

Punch

panel

Modem

RS-232C

Punch

panel

Modem

RS-232C

Telephone set

To telephone line

Telephone set

To telephone line

(1)Connect the RS–232C interface of the CNC machine tool to the punch

panel. Series 15 supports the following three forms of RS–232C interface

connection.

D Base 0 CD4A (Reader/punch interface A is required.) D Base 0 CD4B (Reader/punch interface A is required.) D Serial port CD4 (Reader/punch B is required.)

Series 16/18 supports the following two forms of RS–232C interface connection.

D Main CPU board JD5A D Main CPU board JD5B

A connection destination is set in a parameter. See the description of the communication parameters.

(2)Connect the punch panel with the modem via a RS-232C cable

attached to the modem.

(3)Connect the modem with the telephone line via a cable attached to the

modem.

3. CONNECTION

3.1.2

Connecting Personal Computer and Modem

SPECIFICATIONS

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NOTE

1 Refer to the user’s manual provided with the modem for

details of how to connect the modem to the RS–232C interface port of the CNC machine tool and the telephone line jack.

2 For modem connection with the telephone line, the user

needs to file a terminal facility connection request with Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corp.

Telephone set

Personal computer

RS-232C

Modem

To telephone line

(1) Connect the RS-232C terminal of the personal computer with the

modem via a RS-232C cable provided for the modem.

(2)Connect the modem with the telephone line via a cable provided for

the modem.

NOTE

1 Refer to the operator’s manuals of the modem and personal

computer for the methods of connecting the personal computer with the modem and connecting the modem with the telephone line.

2 For modem connection with the telephone line, the user

needs to file a terminal facility connection request with Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corp.

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SPECIFICATIONS

3. CONNECTION

3.2

SETTING COMMUNICATION PARAMETERS

3.2.1

CNC Setting Parameters

D  

No.0000 #0 = 0 (No TV check is made.)

Define the communication parameters as follows: Baud rate : Specify a value that matches the baud rate set

for the CNC unit and modem.

Stop bit : Specify a value that matches the number of stop

bits set in the CNC unit. XON–XOFF control : To be applied. Data length : 7 bits Parity : Even

No.0000 #2 = 0 (A parity bit is provided in ISO code.) No.0000 #4 = 0 (ISO is used for punch code.)

No.0020 No.0021 No.0022 No.0023

No.5001 Setting of device number to be connected to CD4A No.5002 Setting of device number to be connected to CD4B No.5003 Setting of device number to be connected to CD4

Device number → 123456

Setting of channel numbers for connection (Set to the same value.)

Connection channel CD4A of BASE0 : 1

CD4B of BASE0 : 2 CD4 of serial port : 3

5110 5120 5130 5140 5150 5160 = Device specification : 3 5111 5121 5131 5141 5151 5161 = Stop bit : 2 5112 5122 5132 5142 5152 5162 = Baud rate : 9

No.0000 #6 = 1 This setting enables the remote diagnostic function. (Set this bit to 0

when remote diagnosis is not to be performed. Never change the communication parameter setting when this bit is set to 1.)

3. CONNECTION

D Series 16/18

SPECIFICATIONS

No. 0201#0 Number of stop bits

#1 Code to be used at output time

#2 EOB to be used at output time No. 0203 Baud rate No. 0204 Channel used for remote diagnosis No. 0206 Unit ID number No. 0002#0 = 1 Enables the remote diagnostic function. No. 0211 Password 1 No. 0212 Password 2 No. 0213 Password 3 No. 0221 Keyword 1 No. 0222 Keyword 2 No. 0223 Keyword 3

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3.2.2

Setting for Personal Computer

3.2.3

Setting for Modem

The setting for a personal computer depends on the type of personal computer. Refer to the relevant operator’s manual of the personal computer.

The setting for a modem depends on the type of modem. Refer to the relevant operator’s manual of the modem.

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3.3

CONNECTING TELEPHONE LINE

SPECIFICATIONS

3. CONNECTION

3.3.1

Mode of Modem

3.3.2

Line Connection

The modem has three modes: the automatic send/receive mode (AA), manual send/automatic receive mode (MA), manual send/receive mode (MM).

For the modulation frequency, two modes are available: the originate mode (sender) and answer mode (receiver).

In remote diagnosis, the service center is a sender, and the user is a receiver.

(1)Mode of service center

Set the manual send/receive mode (MM) for the modem, and set the originate mode for the modulation frequency.

(2)Mode of user

Set the the automatic send/receive mode (AA) or manual send/automatic receive mode (MA) when a dedicated telephone line is made available by the user. When such a dedicated telephone line is not available, set the the manual send/receive mode (MM). Set the answer mode for the modulation frequency.

The method of line connection is indicated below. (1)Manual origination and termination mode

Service center

Switch on power to the modem.

Place a call to the user.

When a beep (carrier sound) is heard from the receiver, press the data switch on the modem.

Start the remote diagnosis terminal software.

Diagnosis

User

Switch on power to the modem.

Answer the phone. Press the data switch on the modem.

Set bit 6 of parameter No. 0000 (Series 15) or bit 0

of parameter No. 0002 (Series 16/18) to 1.

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SPECIFICATIONS

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(2) Automatic origination and automatic termination (AA) or manual

origination and automatic termination (MA) mode

Service center

Switch on power to the modem.

Place a call to the user.

When a beep (carrier sound) is heard from the receiver, press the data switch on the modem.

Start the remote diagnosis terminal software.

Diagnosis

User

Switch on power to the modem.

Set bit 6 of parameter No. 0000 (Series 15) or bit 0

of parameter No. 0002 (Series 16/18) to 1.

3.3.3

Termination

Upon the completion of diagnosis, pressing the data switch on the modem at the service center releases the telephone line.

Service center

Diagnosis

Press the data switch on the modem to release the telephone line.

Place a call again.

User

Answer the phone. Reset bit 6 of parameter No. 0000 (Series 15) or bit 0

of parameter No. 0002 (Series 16/18) to 0

II. OPERATION

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OPERATION

FUNCTION OVERVIEW

By using a personal computer available on the market as a service terminal connected with the FANUC Series 15/16/18 via the RS-232C interface and telephone line, the remote diagnostic function, which operates on MS-DOS, can monitor the status of the CNC machine and can change CNC data using menu-driven operations.

1. FUNCTION OVERVIEW

[CNC machine tool]

FANUC Series

15/16/18

RS–232C Telephone

line

Modem Modem

[Personal computer]

RS–232C

1. FUNCTION OVERVIEW

OPERATION

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1.1

OUTLINE

Language selection screen

Wireless adapter selection screen

Access right confirmation screen (Series 16/18)

Command selection screen

Function selection screen

The function, displayed in menu format, consists of the screens configured as shown below. Each screen has 80 columns and 25 rows.

Program Input

Special screen for function selection

Transmission/reception screen

File contents display screen

1.1.1

Language Selection Screen

Output

Fig. 1.1 Screen Configuration

Press the

key to select English, the

File CNC system

(Series 15 only), or the

selection

key to select Japanese for display.

Access right End

key to select German

1.1.2

Wireless Adapter Selection Screen

This screen is used to select a wireless adapter, and to obtain information relating to the CNC machine tool and the version of the CNC unit. If a wireless adapter is not installed, wireless adapter selection is not performed. A wireless adapter is available only within Japan.

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OPERATION

1. FUNCTION OVERVIEW

1.1.3

Access Right Confirmation Screen (Series 16/18)

1.1.4

Command Selection Screen

1.1.5

Function Selection Screen

Because the information relating to the CNC machine tool is protected, a password is required to access the CNC. This screen is used to acquire the right to access the CNC.

Press the or key to move the cursor to a desired option, then press the

Enter

key . The screen is switched to the corresponding function

selection screen .

Press the or key to move the cursor to a desired option, then press the

Enter

key . The screen is switched to the transmission/reception

screen of the selected function.

1.1.6

Special Screen for Function Selection

1.1.7

T ransmission/ Reception Screen

Press the or key to move the cursor to a desired option, then press the

Enter

key . The screen is switched to the transmission/reception

of the selected function.

(1)Press the or key to move the cursor to a desired option.

Data of up to 12 columns can be specified for most options. For some special functions, data of up to 32 columns can be specified.

(2)In the item of DATA KEEP FILE NAME, specify the name of a file

to hold data read from the CNC machine. If no file name is specified, data read from the CNC machine is held in the default file A.DAT.

(3)To start communication, move the cursor to EXECUTE by pressing

key.

Enter

key. To stop

the

or key, then press the

communication in progress, press the

ESC

(4)To return to the previous function selection screen or special screen for

function selection, move the cursor to RETURN by pressing the or key, then press the

Enter

key.

(5)Communication status is indicated in the status display section at the

bottom of the screen. The status display section and key functions are shown below.

1. FUNCTION OVERVIEW

OPERATION

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MODE: STOP

TAB

: Specifies data display during transmission /reception

Fig. 1.1.7 Status display section and key functions

FILE INFORM:

: Selection : Execution

Enter

****

END CODE:

DISP. DATA

IN TRS/RCV

ON OFF

ESC

: Stop

D MODE : The current status, stop, transmission, or

reception, is indicated.

D FILE INFORMATION : The file status, new, existing, or

additional, is indicated.

D END CODE : The result of communication is

indicated by a code. The message corresponding to the code is also indicated in the right-hand part above the status display section.

D Blank section : Data being transmitted or received is

indicated. When DISP.DATA IN TRS/RCV is OFF, data is not indicated. DISP.DA TA IN TRS/RCV is turned ON

or OFF by pressing the

TAB

key.

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1. FUNCTION OVERVIEW

The following table lists the completion status codes together with the corresponding messages.

Completion status code

–1 1 Error

(Processing necessary to start the NC command data has not been completed.)

–10 Reject

(The previously specified processing has not been

completed.) –2 CNC reset status CNC reset status –1 Reject

(Other processing is being

executed.)

0 Normal end Normal end 1 Error (function code error) A function code error oc-

2 Error (data length error) A data length error occurred. 3 Error (data number error) A data number error oc-

Meaning Message text

The NC command data has not been completed.

The previous processing has not been completed.

Rejected.

curred.

1.1.8

File contents Display Screen

4 Error (data attribute error) A data attribute error oc-

curred. 5 Error (data error) A data error occurred. 6 Error (no option) There is no option. 7 Error (write–protected) Write–protected. 8 Error (memory overflow) A memory overflow oc-

curred.

25 Error

(At the end of the previous processing, other processing was specified.)

Information about proces-

sing other than the previous

processing was reported.

(1)When all data transmitted from the CNC machine is read, the

transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen. The screen displays the data written into a specified file.

(2) If data written into a file requires more than one screen, the data is

shown in the scroll mode. To stop scrolling, press the

Ctrl

key and

key. To restart scrolling, press the

Ctrl

key and

(3)To return to the transmission/reception screen, press the

ESC

key.

2. FUNCTIONS

FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

The remote diagnostic function is started as described below. Insert the floppy disk containing the absolute loader of the remote

diagnostic function into drive A of the personal computer. Then, enter the following to start the function:

A: \rmt_main [Return]

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2. FUNCTIONS

2.1

LANGUAGE SELECTION SCREEN

When the remote diagnostic function is started, the language selection screen is displayed. On the screen, select a desired language from the menu.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * REMOTE DIAGNOSIS * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Ver 2.01

<SELECT LANGUAGE> PUSH KEY [E] : ENGLISH [G] : GERMAN (FS15 ONLY) [J] : JAPANESE

[ESC] : END

Fig. 2.1 Language selection screen

Press the

Enter

key to select English. Press the

key to

select German (Series 15 only). Press the

key to select Japanese.

Then, the screen changes to the command selection screen, which is displayed in the language specified.

To terminate the remote diagnostic function, press the

ESC

key.

In the text that follows, an explanation is given using the screens in English.

2. FUNCTIONS

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2.2

WIRELESS ADAPTER SELECTION SCREEN

After a language has been selected on the language selection screen, the wireless adapter selection screen appears automatically.

This screen is used to select a wireless adapter.

* * * * * WIRELESS ADAPTER SELECTION * * * * *

REMOTE WIRELESS ADAPTER NUMBER : _

IGNORE THIS PROMPT, IF NO WIRELESS ADAPTER IS IN USE.

“PREPARING”

[][]:SELECT [Return]:EXECUTE [ESC]:END

Fig. 2.2 Wireless adapter selection screen

REMOTE WIRELESS ADAPTER NUMBER:

Select the wireless adapter number of a substation. This can be specified using up to two digits. If you are not using a wireless adapter, do not enter anything. (In this case, wireless adapter communication is not performed.)

Pressing the

Enter

key triggers communication according to the wireless

adapter selection. After selecting a wireless adapter, perform “system information read” and

“function version/ID output.” The message “PREP ARING” is displayed while communication is being

performed.

Communication is aborted by pressing the

ESC

key.

NOTE

The wireless adapter is available only within Japan.

Upon the completion of communication, the access right confirmation screen appears automatically.

The remote diagnostic function is terminated by pressing the

ESC

key.

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2. FUNCTIONS

2.3

ACCESS RIGHT CONFIRMATION SCREEN (Series 16/18)

After communication on the wireless adapter selection screen has been completed, the access right confirmation screen is automatically displayed.

***** ACCESS RIGHT CONFIRMATION SCREEN * ****

DIAGNOSIS START PASSWOR : XXXXXXXX

SYSTEM INFORMATION : FS16–TT SYSTEM, MAIN ROM SERIES/VERSION : B101–0001 FUNCTION VERSION : 2.0 UNIT ID NUMBER : XX NUMBER OF CONTROLLED AXES : 8

“THE ENTERED PASSWORD IS INVALID” EXECUTE RETURN

[][]:SELECT [Return]:EXECUTE

Fig. 2.3 Access right confirmation screen

DIAGNOSIS START PASSWORD:

Specify the password needed to acquire the right to access the CNC machine tool. A password of up to eight digits can be specified.

After moving the cursor to “EXECUTE” using the press the

Enter

key. Communication begins.

and keys,

As a result of communication, the command selection screen is automatically displayed, provided the password is valid. If the password is invalid, the message “THE ENTERED PASSWORD IS INVALID” is displayed.

To terminate the remote diagnostic function, position the cursor to “RETURN” and press the

Enter

key. The wireless adapter is closed and

terminated. The access right screen also displays system information related to the

CNC unit. This information includes the following items: SYSTEM INFORMATION:

The system information is displayed according to the CNC system information.

ROM SERIES/VERSION:

The ROM series/version is displayed according to the CNC system information.

FUNCTION VERSION:

The function version obtained at function version output is displayed.

UNIT ID NUMBER:

The CNC machine tool ID obtained at function version output is displayed.

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NUMBER OF CONTROLLED AXES:

The number of controlled axes obtained from the CNC system information is displayed.

Refer to the FANUC Series 16/18 MODEL–C Parameter Manual (B–62760EN) for details of the supported password types and how to set them.

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OPERATION

2. FUNCTIONS

2.4

COMMAND SELECTION SCREEN

After communication on the access right confirmation screen has been completed, the command selection screen is automatically displayed.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

REMOTE DIAGNOSIS COMMAND SELECTION

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

REMOTE DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION SELECTION (CNC PROGRAM)

REMOTE DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION SELECTION (COMPUTERCNC) REMOTE DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION SELECTION (CNCCOMPUTER) FILE FUNCTION SELECTION CNC SYSTEM SELECTION ACCESS RIGHT REQUEST END

[↑][↓]:SELECT [Return]:EXECUTE

Fig. 2.4 Command selection screen

Select any of the following functions:

D REMOTE DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION SELECTION

(CNC PROGRAM)

D REMOTE DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION SELECTION

(COMPUTER → CNC)

D REMOTE DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION SELECTION

(CNC → COMPUTER)

D FILE FUNCTION SELECTION D CNC PATH SELECTION D ACCESS RIGHT REQUEST

The remote diagnostic function is terminated by selecting “END,” then connecting to another wireless adapter, or by quitting the function.

(1)CNC program function selection screen

(REMOTE DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION (CNC PROGRAM)) This screen is used as the menu to access a CNC program. By using the menu of functions on the screen, a CNC program can be searched for, a file that contains a CNC program created on the service terminal can be registered in the CNC machine, and file contents can be compared with those in the CNC machine. In addition, all or some programs can be displayed or deleted, the current program number and current sequence number can be displayed on the service terminal, and data can be stored in a file.

(2)Input function selection screen

(REMOTE DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION (COMPUTER → CNC)) This screen is used as the menu to change CNC data. By using the screen, data frequently used by the operator can be set in the CNC machine. Such data includes parameters, pitch error data, offset data, macro variables, and the contents of memory . This screen can also be used to switch between the CNC screens and to output messages.

2. FUNCTIONS

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(3)Output function selection screen

(REMOTE DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION (CNC → COMPUTER)) This screen is used as the menu to monitor the status of the CNC machine. By using the screen, data frequently used by the operator can be displayed on the service terminal, and can also be stored in a file. Such data includes parameters, pitch error data, offset data, macro variables, tool life data, and modal information. If an abnormality occurs on the CNC machine, information such as alarm information, diagnosis data, PMC data, PC board information can be displayed on the service terminal and stored in a file. This capability allows the operator to obtain the status of the CNC machine on a real-time basis and to take quick action.

(4)File function selection screen (FILE)

This screen is used as the menu for file management. By using the screen, the contents of a file created with a CNC program function or output function can be displayed, and a list of file names can be displayed. In addition, operations such as file name alteration, file movement, file deletion, directory creation, and directory movement can performed for file maintenance.

(5)CNC path selection screen (CNC PATH SELECTION)

This screen is used to select the CNC path to be accessed by the remote diagnostic function. To access the TT system CNC, select either the main path or subpath. For the T and M systems, the cursor is positioned to “MAIN.”

(6)Access right request screen (ACCESS RIGHT REQUEST)

This screen is used to request the acquiring of the right to access parameters and part programs protected on the CNC side.

(7)End screen (END)

This screen is used to select the performing of diagnosis on another CNC machine tool using a wireless adapter, or to terminate remote diagnosis.

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2. FUNCTIONS

2.5

CNC PROGRAM FUNCTION

When the REMOTE DIAGNOSIS SELECTION (CNC PROGRAM) option is selected on the command selection screen, the following screen is displayed.

***** REMOTE DIAGNOSIS SELECTION (CNC PROGRAM) *****

SPECIFIED–PROGRAM SEARCH CURRENT SEQUENCE NUMBER

PART PROGRAM PROGRAM DIRECTORY DISPLAY (COMPUTER → CNC) (CNC → COMPUTER)

COLLATION CNC COMMAND DATA SPECIFIED–PROGRAM DELETION (COMPUTER → CNC)

PART PROGRAM ALL–PROGRAM DELETION (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT PROGRAM NUMBER (CNC → COMPUTER)

[][]:

SELECT [Return]: EXECUTE [ESC]:END

Fig. 2.5 CNC Program function selection screen

(CNC → COMPUTER)

When a desired item is selected by positioning the cursor with the and keys, then pressing the

Enter

key, the transmission/reception

screen for the corresponding function is displayed. The SPECIFIED–PROGRAM DELETION and ALL–PROGRAM

DELETION options are normally not displayed. They appear only when the

The command selection screen is displayed again by pressing the

key is pressed.

ESC

key.

2. FUNCTIONS

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2.5.1

Search for Specified Program

When the SPECIFIED–PROGRAM SEARCH option is selected on the CNC program selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

SPECIFIED–PROGRAM SEARCH

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

PROGRAM NUMBER :

EXECUTE

RETURN

*****

The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.5.1 Specified–program search screen

PROGRAM NUMBER:

Specifying the number of a program for which a search is to be made causes the corresponding CNC program to be displayed on the CNC program screen.

2.5.2

Part Program (Computer → CNC)

When the PART PROGRAM (COMPUTER → CNC) option is selected on the CNC program selection screen, the following transmission/ reception screen is displayed:

PART PROGRAM (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

COMMAND DATA FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.5.2 Part program screen

COMMAND DATA FILE NAME:

Specifying the name of a file in which a CNC program was created causes the program to be registered with the CNC.

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2. FUNCTIONS

NOTE

This function can be executed only when the CNC is in EDIT mode. If an attempt is made to execute it in any other mode, the error message “WRITE–PROTECTED” appears. In addition, this function cannot be executed when the machine tool is in the emergency stop state.

2.5.3

Collation CNC Command Data (Computer → CNC)

When the COLLATION CNC COMMAND DATA (COMPUTER → CNC) option is selected on the CNC program selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

COLLATION CNC DATA (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

COMMAND DATA FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.5.3 Collation CNC command data screen

COMMAND DATA FILE NAME:

Specifying the name of a file in which a CNC program was created causes that program to be collated with a CNC program having the same program number.

Provided no mismatch is detected, the message “NORMAL END” appears. If a mismatch is detected, the message “DATA ERROR” appears.

NOTE

2. FUNCTIONS

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2.5.4

Part Program (CNC → Computer)

When the PART PROGRAM option is selected on the CNC program selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen appears:

PART PROGRAM (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

PROGRAM NUMBER : –1 = ALL PROGRAMS

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.5.4 Part program screen

PROGRAM NUMBER:

Specify the program number of the program to be read. Specifying “–1” causes all programs to be read from the CNC.

DATA KEEP FILE NAME:

Specify the name of the file to which a part program is to be saved.

D When a single program

is stored

After the data has been read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen.

PART PROGRAM (CNC → COMPUTER)

PROGRAM NUMBER :1234

% 01234 N10G92X0Y0Z0 N20G01X100.0F100.0 N30X-50.0F150.0 N40Y150.0F100.0 N50Z-10.0F90.0 M02 %

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stored

OPERATION

PART PROGRAM (CNC → COMPUTER)

ALL PROGRAM % O0100 N10G92X0Y0Z0 N20G01X100.0F100.0 N30X-50.0F150.0 M02 O0200 N10G92X0Y0Z0 N20G01X100.0F100.0 N30X-50.0F150.0 M02 O0300 N10G92X0Y0Z0 N20G01X100.0F100.0

2. FUNCTIONS

2.5.5

Current Program Number (CNC → Computer)

When the CURRENT PROGRAM NUMBER (CNC → COMPUTER) options is selected from the CNC program selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

CURRENT PROGRAM NUMBER (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.5.5 Current program number screen

DATA KEEP FILE NAME:

Specify the name of the file to which the program being executed is to be saved.

After the data has been read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen.

CURRENT PROGRAM NUMBER (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT PROGRAM NUMBER: 2000 MAIN PROGRAM NUMBER : 1000

2. FUNCTIONS

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MAIN PROGRAM NUMBER is not displayed if the CNC is currently executing the main program.

2.5.6

Current Sequence Number (CNC → Computer)

When the CURRENT SEQUENCE NUMBER (CNC → COMPUTER) option is selected from the CNC program selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

CURRENT SEQUENCE NUMBER (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.5.6 Current sequence number screen

DATA KEEP FILE NAME:

Specify the name of the file to which the sequence being executed is to be saved.

After the data has been read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen.

CURRENT SEQUENCE NUMBER OUTPUT

CURRENT SEQUENCE NUMBER

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2. FUNCTIONS

2.5.7

Program Directory Display (CNC → Computer)

When the PROGRAM DIRECTOR Y DISPLA Y (CNC→ COMPUTER) option is selected from the CNC program selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

PROGRAM DIRECTORY DISPLAY (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

COMMENT :

0 = NO 1 = YES

START PROGRAM NUMBER :

0 = START FROM PROGRAM 1

END PROGRAM NUMBER :

0 = TO THE LAST PROGRAM

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.5.7 Program directory display screen

D If no comment display is

requested

COMMENT:

Specify whether comments are specified. If 0 is entered, only program numbers are read. If 1 is entered, comment text and the size of the memory being used (in characters) are read together with the program numbers. If a number other than 0 or 1 is entered, only program numbers are read.

START PROGRAM NUMBER:

Specify the number of the first program to be read. If 0 is entered, program read begins from program number 1.

END PROGRAM NUMBER:

Specify the number of the last program to be read. If 0 is entered, all programs up to the last one are read.

DATA KEEP FILE NAME:

Specify the name of the file to which the program directory is to be saved.

After the data has been read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the directory display screen.

PROGRAM DIRECTORY DISPLAY (CNC → COMPUTER)

O0001 O0002 O0010 01000 O2000 05000 O6000 O8005 O9000 O9990

2. FUNCTIONS

D If comment display is

requested

OPERATION

PROGRAM DIRECTORY DISPLAY (CNC → COMPUTER)

O0001 (SHAFT–1000.MAIN)80 O0002 (SHAFT–2000.MAIN)80 O1000 ()80

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2.5.8

Deletion of Specified Program

When the SPECIFIED PROGRAM DELETE option is selected on the CNC program function selection screen, the following transmission/ reception screen is displayed:

SPECIFIED–PROGRAM DELETION

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

PROGRAM NUMBER :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.5.8 Specified–program deletion screen

PROGRAM NUMBER:

If a program number is entered, the CNC deletes the corresponding CNC program.

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2. FUNCTIONS

2.5.9

Deletion of All Programs

When the ALL PROGRAM DELETE option is selected on the CNC program function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

ALL–PROGRAM DELETION

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.5.9 Screen for deletion of all programs

When this function is executed, all part programs are deleted.

2. FUNCTIONS

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2.6

INPUT FUNCTION (COMPUTER → CNC)

When the REMOTE DIAGNOSIS (COMPUTER → CNC) option is selected on the command selection screen, the following screen is displayed:

***** REMOTE DIAGNOSIS (COMPUTER → CNC) *****

PARAMETER OPTION PARAMETER

PITCH ERROR DATA ALL PARAMETER TOOL OFFSET DATA CUSTOM MACRO VARIABLE DISPLAY SELECTION MEMORY CONTENTS PMC DATA 1 SPECIFIED MESSAGE DISPLAY

[][]:SELECT [Return]:EXECUTE [ESC]:END

Fig. 2.6 Function selection screen

(Series15 ONLY)

When a desired item is selected by positioning the cursor with the and keys, then pressing the

Enter

key, the transmission/reception

screen for the corresponding function or the special screen for selecting the display selection function is displayed.

The command selection screen is displayed again by pressing the

ESC

key.

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2. FUNCTIONS

2.6.1

Parameter (Computer → CNC)

When the PARAMETER option is selected on the function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

PARAMETER (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

PARAMETER NUMBER : AXIS NUMBER : 0 = NO AXIS 1n = EACH AXIS –1 = ALL AXES PARAMETER DATA :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.1 Parameter input screen

PARAMETER NUMBER:

Specify the number of a parameter to be changed. With the Series 16/18, optional parameters can also be changed.

AXIS NUMBER:

To change the parameter of an axis, specify the axis number. To change the parameter with no axis specified, enter zero. To change the parameters of all axes, specify –1.

PARAMETER DATA:

Specify of the following: Decimal number (digits only) Binary number (followed by b or B) Hexadecimal number (followed by h or H)

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

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2.6.2

Pitch Error Data (Computer → CNC)

When the PITCH ERROR DATA option is selected on the input function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

PITCH ERROR DATA (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

PITCH ERROR DATA NUMBER :

PITCH ERROR DATA :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.2 Screen for pitch error data input

PITCH ERROR DATA NUMBER:

Specify the number of pitch error data to be changed.

PITCH ERROR DATA:

Specify new pitch error data.

2.6.3

Tool Offset Data (Computer → CNC)

When the TOOL OFFSET DAT A option is selected on the input function selection screen, the following special screen for function selection is displayed:

***** TOOL OFFSET DATA (COMPUTER → CNC) *****

WEAR

GEOMETRY

[↑][↓]:SELECT [Return]:EXECUTE [ESC]:END

Fig. 2.6.3 (a) Special screen for specifying tool offset data

Select an offset data item to be changed, WEAR or GEOMETRY.

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OPERATION

2. FUNCTIONS

(1)Tool offset data – wear (Series 15)

TOOL OFFSET DATA – WEAR (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CNC MACHINE :

0=M SYSTEM, 1=T/TT SYSTEM

DATA TYPE :

M SYSTEM T SYSTEM 0=CUTTER COMPENSATION 0=X 2=NOSE RADIUS 4=Y

1=LENGTH COMPENSATION 1=z 3=IMAGINARY NOSE OFFSET NUMBER : OFFSET VALUE :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.3 (b) Wear input screen (Series 15)

CNC MACHINE:

Specify whether the CNC machine is a machining center or lathe.

DATA TYPE:

Specify the type of offset data to be changed.

OFFSET NUMBER:

Specify the number of offset data to be changed.

OFFSET VALUE:

Specify new offset data.

(2)Tool offset data – geometry (Series 15)

TOOL OFFSET DATA – GEOMETRY (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CNC MACHINE :

0=M SYSTEM, 1=T/TT SYSTEM DATA TYPOE :

M SYSTEM T SYSTEM

0=CUTTER COMPENSATION 0=X 2=NOSE RADIUS 4=Y

1=LENGTH COMPENSATION 1=z 3=IMAGINARY NOSE OFFSET NUMBER : OFFSET VALUE :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.3 (c) Geometry screen (Series 15)

CNC MACHINE :

Specify whether the CNC machine is a machining center or lathe. DATA TYPE : Specify the type of offset data to be changed. OFFSET NUMBER: Specify the number of offset data to be changed. OFFSET VALUE : Specify new offset data.

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

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TOOL OFFSET DATA – WEAR (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT DATA TYPE :

0 = CUTTER COMPENSATION 1 = LENGTH COMPENSATION

OFFSET NUMBER :

OFFSET VALUE :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.3 (d) Wear input screen (Series 16/18 M series)

DATA TYPE : Specify the type of the offset data to be updated. OFFSET NUMBER: Specify the number of the offset data to be updated. OFFSET V ALUE : Sp ec if y a v al ue w it h w hi ch t o update the offset data.

(4)Tool offset data – wear (Series 16/18 T series)

TOOL OFFSET DATA – WEAR (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

DATA TYPE: :

0 = X 2 = NOSE RADIUS 4 = Y 1 = z 3 = IMAGINARY NOSE

OFFSET NUMBER :

OFFSET VALUE :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.3 (e) Wear input screen (Series 16/18 T series)

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(5)Tool offset data – geometry (Series 16/18 M series)

TOOL OFFSET DATA – GEOMETRY (COMPUTER → CNC))

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

DATA TYPE :

0 = CUTTER COMPENSATION 1 = LENGTH COMPENSATION

OFFSET NUMBER :

OFFSET VALUE :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.3 (f) Geometry input screen (Series 16/18 M series)

(6)Tool offset data – geometry (Series 16/18 T series)

2. FUNCTIONS

TOOL OFFSET DATA – GEOMETRY (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

DATA TYPE :

0=X 2=NOSE RADIUS 4=Y 1=z 3=IMAGINARY NOSE

OFFSET NUMBER :

OFFSET VALUE :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.3 (g) Geometry input screen (Series 16/18 T series)

DATA TYPE : Specify the type of the offset data to be updated. OFFSET NUMBER: Specify the number of the offset data to be updated. OFFSET V ALUE : Specify a val ue wi th whi ch to update the offset data.

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

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Custom Macro Variable (Computer → CNC)

When the CUSTOM MACRO VARIABLE option is selected on the input function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

CUSTOM MACRO VARIABLE (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

MACRO VARIABLE NUMBER :

MACRO VARIABLE DATA :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.4 Custom macro inoput screen

MACRO VARIABLE NUMBER :

Specify the umber of a macro variable to be changed. MACRO VARIABLE DATA : Specify new data.

NOTE

If the number of digits to be assigned to a macro variable exceeds 8, it can be entered from the computer, but it is not assigned to the macro variable.

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2. FUNCTIONS

2.6.5

Display Selection (Computer → CNC)

When the DISPLAY SELECTION option is selected on the input function selection screen, the following special screen for function selection is displayed:

***** DISPLAY SELECTION (COMPUTER → CNC) *****

POSITION MENU PROGRAM

PROGRAM GRAPHIC OFFSET CONVERSATIONAL MACRO PROGRAM CHECK SETTING SERVICE MESSAGE

[↑][↓]:SELECT [Return]:EXECUTE [ESC] : END

Fig. 2.6.5 (a) Special screen for selecting display selection function

(Series 15)

***** DISPLAY SELECTION (COMPUTER → CNC) *****

POSITION

PROGRAM OFFSET SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS MESSAGE GRPH PMC

[↑][↓]:SELECT [Return]:EXECUTE [ESC] : END

Fig. 2.6.5 (b) Special screen for selecting display selection function

(Series 16/18)

NOTE

With the Series 16/18, this function cannot be executed for CNC subpath. Moreover, if the system’s PMC screen is open on the CNC side, this function cannot be used to switch to another screen.

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

(1)Display selection – current position

DISPLAY SELECTION – POSITION (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CHAPTER SELECTION :

0=ALL 5=BLOCK RESTART 1=RELATIVE 6=PROGRAM RESTART 2=ABSOLUTE 7=TOOL TIP 3=MACHINE 8=PULSE 4=MANUAL INTERRUPTION

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (c) Current position selection screen (Series 15)

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DISPLAY SELECTION – POSITION (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CHAPTER SELECTION :

0=ABSOLUTE POSITION DISPLAY 3=HANDLE INTERRUPT 1=RELATIVE POSITION DISPLAY 4=OPERATING MONITOR

OVERALL POSITION DISPLAY

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (d) Current position selection screen (Series 16/18)

CHAPTER SELECTION:

Specify the chapter to be selected on the CNC screen.

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(2)Display selection –program

DISPLAY SELECTION – PROGRAM (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CHAPTER SELECTION :

0=MEMORY 4=TIME 1=LIBRARY 5=SCHEDURE 2=HIGH–SPEED MACHINING LIBRARY 3=FLOPPY LIBRARY

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (e) Program selection screen (Series 15)

2. FUNCTIONS

DISPLAY SELECTION – PROGRAM (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (f) Program selection screen (Series 16/18)

CHAPTER SELECTION:

Specify the chapter to be selected on the CNC screen (Series 15 only).

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

(3)Display selection – offset

DISPLAY SELECTION – OFFSET (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CHAPTER SELECTION :

0=TOOL OFFSET 4=TOOL MEASURE 1=GEOMETRY OFFSET 5=TOOL DATA 2=WORK ZERO OFFSET 3=TOOL POST FORM

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (g) Offset selection screen (Series 15)

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DISPLAY SELECTION – OFFSET (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CHAPTER SELECTION :

0=OFFSET 4=MENU 1=SETTING 5=OPERATOR’S PANEL 2=WORK COORDINATES 6=TOOL LIFE DATA 3=MACRO VARIABLE

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (h) Offset selection screen (Series 16/18)

CHAPTER SELECTION:

Specify the chapter to be selected on the CNC screen.

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(4)Display selection – program check (Series 15)

DISPLAY SELECTION–PROGRAM CHECK (COMPUTER→CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CHAPTER SELECTION :

0=CHECK 4=BUFFER 1 1=LAST BLOCK 5=BUFFER 2 2=CURRENT BLOCK 6=BUFFER 3 3=NEXT BLOCK 7=OPERATOR’S MONITOR

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (i) Program check selection screen

CHAPTER SELECTION:

Specify the chapter to be selected on the CNC screen.

2. FUNCTIONS

(5)Display selection – setting (Series 15)

DISPLAY SELECTION – SETTING (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CHAPTER SELECTION :

0=I/O 5=CHUCK BARRIER 1=GENERAL 6=TIMER 2=OPERATOR’S PANEL 7=CHOPPING 3=CUSTOM MACRO 4=TOOL LIFE DATA

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (j) Setting selection screen

CHAPTER SELECTION:

Specify the chapter to be selected on the CNC screen.

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

(6)Display selection – service (Series 15)

DISPLAY SELECTION – SERVICE (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CHAPTER SELECTION :

0=PARAMETER 4=SYSTEM COMPOSITION 1=PITCH ERROR 5=VCMD DISPLAY 2=DIAGNOSIS 3=MEMORY DISPLAY

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (k) Service selection screen

CHAPTER SELECTION:

Specify the chapter to be selected on the CNC screen.

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(7)Display selection – message

DISPLAY SELECTION – MESSAGE (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CHAPTER SELECTION :

0=ALARM MESSAGE 1=OPERATOR’S MESSAGE 2=TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig 2.6.5 (l) Message selection sreen (Series 15)

2. FUNCTIONS

DISPLAY SELECTION – MESSAGE (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CHAPTER SELECTION :

0=ALARM MESSAGE 3=MAPMSG 1=EXTERNAL MESSAGE 4=MAPOPE 2=ALARM HISTORY

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (m) Message selection screen (Series 16/18)

CHAPTER SELECTION:

Specify the chapter to be selected on the CNC screen.

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

(8)Display selection – menu program (Series 15)

DISPLAY SELECTION–MENU PROGRAM (COMPUTER→CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CHAPTER SELECTION :

0=SOURCE PROGRAM 1=BLOCK DATA

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (n) Menu program selection screen

CHAPTER SELECTION:

Specify the chapter to be selected on the CNC screen.

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(9)Display selection – graphic (Series 15)

DISPLAY SELECTION – GRAPHIC (COMPUTER³ CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CHAPTER SELECTION :

0=GRAPHIC 1=SET VALUE

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (o) Graphic selection screen

CHAPTER SELECTION:

Specify the chapter to be selected on the CNC screen.

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2. FUNCTIONS

(10) Display selection – conversational macro (Series 15)

DISPLAY SELECTION – CONVERSATIONAL MACRO (COMPUTER³ CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (p) Conversational macro selection screen

The CNC screen is switched to the conversational macro screen.

(11) Display selection – SYSTEM (Series 16/18)

DISPLAY SELECTION – SYSTEM (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

CHAPTER SELECTION :

0=PARAMETER 3=SYSTEM COMPOSITION 1=DIAGNOSIS 4=MEMORY 2=PMC 5=PITCH ERROR

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (q) System selection screen

CHAPTER SELECTION:

Specify the chapter to be selected on the CNC screen.

NOTE

Excepting PMC screen other screens cannot be switched after selecting the PMC screen. By switching to other screens on the CNC side, other screens can be displayed.

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

(12) Display selection – DIAGNOSIS (Series 16/18)

DISPLAY SELECTION – DIAGNOSIS (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (r) Diagnosis selection screen

CHAPTER SELECTION:

Specify the chapter to be selected on the CNC screen.

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(13) Display selection – GRPH (Series 16/18)

DISPLAY SELECTION – GRPH (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (s) GRPH selection screen

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(14) Display selection – PMC (Series 16/18)

DISPLAY SELECTION – PMC (COMPUTER³ CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.5 (t) PMC selection screen

2. FUNCTIONS

2.6.6

Contents of Memory (Computer → CNC)

When the MEMORY CONTENTS option is selected on the function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

MEMORY CONTENTS (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

ADDRESS :

WRITE DATA :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.6 Memory input screen

ADDRESS:

Specify the address of the memory area whose contents are to be changed.

WRITE DATA:

Specify new data in hexadecimal.

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

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WARNING

Do not use this function except when absolutely necessary, as rewriting may cause the machine tool to behave abnormally. Such behavior may break the tool, machine, or workpiece. It may result in physical injury to the operator or bystandarders.

2.6.7

Input of PMC Data (Computer → CNC)

When the PMC DATA option is selected on the input function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

PMC DATA (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

ADDRESS :

WRITED DATA :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.7 PMC data input screen

ADDRESS:

Specify the address of PMC data to be changed. When a file name prefixed by @ is entered, the data of the file (PMC data file) is entered.

WRITE DATA:

Specify PMC data to be changed. Specify data in decimal (with no character added to the numeric value), in binary (with B or b added at the end of the numeric value), or in hexadecimal (with H or h added at the end of the numeric value). Input from a file is ignored.

NOTE

PMC data file The format including a title is the same as that written to floppy disk with the PMC data output function. Any other formats result in abnormal operation. However, a PMC data file can contain a set of data; no PMC data file can contain additional data output with another output function, or more than one set of data. Two records must be prepared as the data items to be input to each specific address.

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2. FUNCTIONS

2.6.8

Display of Specified Message

When the SPECIFIED MESSAGE DISPLAY option is selected on the input function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed.

SPECIFIED MESSAGE DISPLAY (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

BUFFER NUMBER :

0–4

DISPLAY ASCII DATA :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.8 Specified–message input screen

BUFFER NUMBER:

Specify the number of the area where a CNC machine message is to be stored.

DISPLAY ASCII DATA:

Specify the message to be displayed.

NOTE

1 Lowercase letters, alphanumeric characters for the

conversion mode, half–size numerals, and katakana cannot be entered, as they are not supported by the NC.

2 If this function is executed when no character has been

entered, the message displayed on the CNC will be erased.

3 See Section 3.2 for an explanation of Japanese–language

entries.

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

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Option Parameter (Series 15)

When the OPTION PARAMETER option is selected on the input function selection function the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

OPTION PARAMETER (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

OPTION NO. :

(NO.01–NO.48)

76543210 NOW! b SET! b

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.9 (a) Optional parameter (input) screen 1

OPTION NO.:

Specify the number (01 to 48) of an optional parameter to be read.

Upon completion of execution after an option number is set, the following screen is displayed, indicating the current value of the specified option number:

(OPTION PARAMETER (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RTM

OPTION NO. :3

(NO.01–NO.48)

76543210 NOW! 00010000b SET! b

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.9 (b) Optional paramter (input) screen 2

Enter a numeric value in the SET! field by using the numeric keys (0 and

1). After input and execution, the parameter is set on the CNC machine, and the display automatically returns to optional parameter (input) screen

1. For correction of input data delete, the entered data with the BS key, then reenter the correct data.

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2. FUNCTIONS

A parameter can be set on the CNC machine when the optional parameter input function is executed after the option number is entered, and the desired value is set on optional parameter (input) screen 1. In this case, however, the current parameter value is not displayed.

NOTE

When entering an optional parameter, place the CNC machine in the emergency stop state. If the command is executed when the CNC machine is not placed in the emergency stop state, optional parameter (input) screen 3 is displayed, indicating the occurrence of an error. When a key is pressed on optional parameter (input) screen 3, the display returns to optional parameter (input) screen 1 to wait for command execution.

OPTION PARAMETER (COMPUTER → CNC)

CNC IS NOT IN EMG STOP

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

SET CNC EMERGENCY STOP

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

PUT ANY KEY

Fig. 2.6.9 (c) Optional parameter (input) screen 3

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

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All Parameters (Computer → CNC)

When the ALL PARAMETER option is selected on the input function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

ALL PARAMETER (COMPUTER → CNC)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

PARAMETER FILE NAME :

PARAMETERS FOR REMOTE DIAGNOSIS

CHANGE :

0=NO 1=YES

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.6.10 (a) All parameter (input) screen 1

PARAMETER FILE NAME:

Specify the name of an MS–DOS parameter file that conforms to the parameter format.

PARAMETERS FOR REMOTE DIAGNOSIS:

Specify 0 to continue using the remote diagnostic function, or 1 to quit.

Example of tape format:

The parameter file is a file conforming to the tape format; it has the following format:

% N23P0 N31P1 N32P10 N100P307484 N101P48992 N102P10469 N103P37824 N104P4322 N105P0 N106P0 N107P783 %

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When the parameters related to remote diagnosis, which are listed below , are to be changed in the tape format, specify 1 (YES) in PARAMETERS FOR REMOTE DIAGNOSIS, CHANGE. When those parameters need not be changed, specify 0 (NO). If the modified parameters for remote diagnosis are sent to the CNC machine in the tape format, transmission/reception between the CNC machine and personal computer may be disabled when the tape format data has been transmitted.

T able 2.6.10 Parameters for remote diagnosis(Series 15) (Series 16/18)

0000 0020

0021 0022 0023

5001 5002 5003

51 10

51 11

51 12

5120 5121 5122

5130 5131 5132

5140 5141 5142

5150 5151 5152

5160 5161 5162

8000

0002 0201

0203 0204

T o input a parameter , the CNC must be in the emergency stop state. If an attempt is made to execute the relevant command while the CNC is not in the emergency stop state, the following warning screen is displayed.

This screen also appears if the file contains a write–protected parameter.

ALL PARAMETERS (COMPUTER → CNC)

CNC IS NOT AT EMERGENCY STOP

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

PUT CNC AT EMERGENCY STOP

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

PRESS ANY KEY

Fig. 2.6.10 (b) All–parameter screen 2

Pressing any key displays the transmission/reception screen again, which can then accept another command.

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

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2.7

OUTPUT FUNCTION (CNC → COMPUTER)

When the REMOTE DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION (CNC → COMPUTER) is selected on the command selection screen, the following screen is displayed:

*****REMOTE DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION (CNC → COMPUTER)*****

ALARM INFORMATION PITCH ERROR DATA

MACHINE POSITION TOOL OFFSET DATA ABSOLUTE POSITION CUSTOM MACRO VARIABLE SKIP POSITION TOOL LIFE DATA SERVO ERROR MODAL INFORMATION ACC/DEC ERROR ACTURAL SPEED DIAGNOSIS A/D CONVERT DATA PARAMETER MEMORY CONTENTS

[←][→] : PAGE [↑][↓] : SELECT [Return]:EXECUTE [ESC]:END

Fig. 2.7 (a) Output function selection screen 1

*****REMOTE DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION (CNC → COMPUTER)*****

STATUS

DISPLAY SELECTION SCREEN BOARD INFORMATION OPTION PARAMETER PMC DATA SEQUENCE PROGRAM

[←][→] : PAGE [↑][↓] : SELECT [Return]:EXECUTE [ESC]:END

Fig. 2.7 (b) Output function selection screen 2

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*****REMOTE DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION (CNC → COMPUTER)*****

STATUS

DISPLAY SELECTION DISPLAY TEXT DATA BOARD INFORMATION PMC DATA LADDER PROGRAM LADDER TITLE PMC/LADDER SERIES AND VERSION

[←][→] : PAGE [↑][↓] : SELECT [Return]:EXECUTE [ESC] : END

Fig. 2.7 (c) Output function selection screen 3 (Series 16/18)

2. FUNCTIONS

When a desired item is selected by positioning the cursor with the and keys, then pressing the

Enter

key, the transmission/reception

screen for the corresponding function or the special screen for selecting the display selection function is displayed.

The

and keys can also be used with the REMOTE

DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION to select a function selection screen page, as there are two function selection screen pages to accommodate the many transmission/reception screens for the REMOTE DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION (CNC → COMPUTER).

The command selection screen can be displayed again by pressing the

ESC

key.

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

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2.7.1

Alarm Information (CNC → Computer)

When ALARM INFORMATION is selected on the output function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

ALARM INFORMATION (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.7.1 Alarm information output screen

DATA KEEP FILE NAME:

Specify the name of the file to which the alarm information is to be saved.

D Series 15

After data is read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen.

ALARM INFORMATION (CNC → COMPUTER)

ALARM INFORMATION : FOREGROUND PS

SYNCHRONOUS OVER ERROR SERVO ALARM SYSTEM ERROR

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2. FUNCTIONS

The following messages may be displayed as alarm information:

S ALARM DOESN’T OCCUR S BACKGROUND PS S FOREGROUND PS S OVER HEAT S SUB CPU ERROR S SYNCHRONOUS OVER ERROR S PARAMETER WRITE ENABLE S OVER TRAVEL/ERROR OF EXTERNAL DATA IN/OUT S PMC ERROR S EXTERNAL ALARM MESSAGE S SERIOUS PS S SERVO ALARM S I/O ERROR S POWER OFF PARAMETER S SYSTEM ERROR

ALARM INFORMATION (CNC → COMPUTER)

ALARM INFORMATION : STROKE LIMIT ALARM

MEMORY ALARM APC ALARM SPINDLE ALARM

The following messages may be displayed as alarm information:

S ALARM DIDN’T OCCUR S PS100 S PS000 S PS101 S PS ALARM OTHER THAN PS100, PS000, OR PS101 S STROKE LIMIT ALARM S OVERHEAT ALARM S SERVO ALARM S MEMORY ALARM S APC ALARM S SPINDLE ALARM S PS ALARM NUMBER 5000 OR ABOVE S LASER ALARM S MACHINE ALARM (TOYOTA) S EXTERNAL ALARM

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

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2.7.2

Machine Position (CNC → Computer)

When MACHINE POSITION is selected on the output function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

MACHINE POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

AXIS NUMBER :

1n = EACH AXIS –1 = ALL AXIS

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.7.2 Machine position output screen

AXIS NUMBER:

T o read the machine position on a specific axis, specify the number of the axis. To read the machine position on all axes, specify –1.

DATA KEEP FILE NAME:

Specify the name of the file to which data about the machine position is to be saved.

When one axis is specified

D Series 15

D Series 16/18

After data is read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen.

MACHINE POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 4TH AXIS : 444.444

MACHINE POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 131073

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Machining center

mm/deg system

0.001

0.0001

Lathe

Inch system

0.0001

0.00001

When all axes are specified

D Series 15

D Series 16/18

OPERATION

MACHINE POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 111.111

THE 2ND AXIS : 222.222

MACHINE POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 262147

THE 2ND AXIS : 393221

2. FUNCTIONS

For the Series 16/18, the units in which data is output are as listed below:

Radius–based

specification

Diameter–based

specification

Radius–based

specification

Diameter–based

specification

Input system

mm/deg system

Inch system

Increment

system IS–B

0.001 0.0001

0.0001 0.00001

Increment

system IS–C

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

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2.7.3

Absolute Position (CNC → Computer)

When ABSOLUTE POSITION is selected on the output function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

ABSOLUTE POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

AXIS NUMBER :

1n = EACH AXIS –1 = ALL AXIS

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.7.3 Absolute position output screen

AXIS NUMBER:

T o read the absolute position on a specific axis, specify the number of the axis. To read the absolute position on all axes, specify –1.

DATA KEEP FILE NAME:

Specify the name of the file to which data about the machine position is to be saved.

When one axis is specified

D Series 15

D Series 16/18

After data is read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen.

ABSOLUTE POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 4TH AXIS : 444.444

ABSOLUTE POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 131073

B–61214E–4/02

Machining center

mm/deg system

0.001

0.0001

Lathe

Inch system

0.0001

0.00001

When all axes are specified

D Series 15

D Series 16/18

OPERATION

ABSOLUTE POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 111.111

THE 2ND AXIS : 222.222

ABSOLUTE POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 262147

THE 2ND AXIS : 393221

2. FUNCTIONS

For the Series 16/18, the units in which data is output are as listed below:

Radius–based

specification

Diameter–based

specification

Radius–based

specification

Diameter–based

specification

Input system

mm/deg system

Inch system

Increment

system IS–B

0.001 0.0001

0.0001 0.00001

Increment

system IS–C

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

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2.7.4

Skip Position (CNC → Computer)

When SKIP POSITION is selected on the output function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

SKIP POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

AXIS NUMBER :

1n =EAXH AXIS –1 = ALL AXIS

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.7.4 Skip position output screen

AXIS NUMBER:

T o read the skip position on a specific axis, specify the number of the axis. To read the skip position on all axes, specify –1.

DATA KEEP FILE NAME:

Specify the name of the file to which data about the skip position is to be saved.

When one axis is specified

D Series 15

D Series 16/18

After data is read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen.

SKIP POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 4TH AXIS : 444.444

SKIP POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 131073

B–61214E–4/02

Machining center

mm/deg system

0.001

0.0001

Lathe

Inch system

0.0001

0.00001

When all axes are specified

D Series 15

D Series 16/18

OPERATION

SKIP POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 111.111

THE 2ND AXIS : 222.222

SKIP POSITION (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 262147

THE 2ND AXIS : 393221

2. FUNCTIONS

For the Series 16/18, the units in which data is output are as listed below:

Radius–based

specification

Diameter–based

specification

Radius–based

specification

Diameter–based

specification

Input system

mm/deg system

Inch system

Increment

system IS–B

0.001 0.0001

0.0001 0.00001

Increment

system IS–C

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

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2.7.5

Servo Delay (CNC → Computer)

When SERVO ERROR is selected on the output function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

SERVO ERROR (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

AXIS NUMBER :

1n =EACH AXIS –1 =ALL AXIS

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.7.5 Servo error output screen

AXIS NUMBER:

T o read the servo delay along a specific axis, specify the number of the axis. To read the servo delay along all axes, specify –1.

DATA KEEP FILE NAME:

Specify the name of the file to which the about the servo delay is to be saved.

When one axis is specified

D Series 15

D Series 16/18

After data is read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen.

SERVO ERROR (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 4TH AXIS : 444.444

SERVO ERROR (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 131073

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When all axes are specified

D Series 15

D Series 16/18

OPERATION

SERVO ERROR (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 111.111

THE 2ND AXIS : 222.222

SERVO ERROR (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 262147

THE 2ND AXIS : 393221

2. FUNCTIONS

2.7.6

Acceleration/ Deceleration Delay (CNC → Computer)

When ACC/DEC ERROR is selected on the output function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

ACC/DEC ERROR (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

AXIS NUMBER :

1n =EACH AXIS –1 =ALL AXIS

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.7.6 Acceleration/deceleration error output screen

AXIS NUMBER:

To read the acceleration/deceleration delay along a specific axis, specify the number of the axis. T o read the acceleration/deceleration delay along all axes, specify –1.

DATA KEEP FILE NAME:

Specify the name of the file to which the data about the acceleration/deceleration delay is to be saved.

After data is read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen.

2. FUNCTIONS

Machining center

mm/deg system

0.001

0.0001

Lathe

Inch system

0.0001

0.00001

When one axis is specified

D Series 15

D Series 16/18

When all axes are specified

D Series 15

OPERATION

ACC/DEC ERROR (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 4TH AXIS : 444.444

ACC/DEC ERROR (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 131073

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D Series 16/18

ACC/DEC ERROR (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 111.111

THE 2ND AXIS : 222.222

ACC/DEC ERROR (CNC → COMPUTER)

THE 1ST AXIS : 131073

THE 2ND AXIS : 262147

For the Series 16/18, the units in which data is output are as listed below:

Radius–based

specification

Diameter–based

specification

Radius–based

specification

Diameter–based

specification

Input system

mm/deg system

Inch system

Increment

system IS–B

0.001 0.0001

0.0001 0.00001

Increment

system IS–C

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OPERATION

2. FUNCTIONS

2.7.7

Diagnosis (CNC → Computer)

D Series 15

When DIAGNOSIS is selected on the output function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

DIAGNOSIS (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

DIAGNOSIS NUMBER :

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.7.7 (a) Diagnosis output screen

DIAGNOSIS NUMBER:

Specify the number of diagnosis data to be read.

After data is read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen.

DIAGNOSIS (CNC → COMPUTER)

DIAGNOSIS NUMBER : 20 DIAGNOSIS DATA : 00100001

2. FUNCTIONS

OPERATION

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D Series 16/18

When DIAGNOSIS is selected from the function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed.

DIAGNOSIS (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

DIAGNOSIS NUMBER : AXIS NUMBER :

0 = NO AXIS 1n = EACH AXIS –1 = ALL AXES

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.7.7 (b) Diagnosis screen

DIAGNOSIS NUMBER:

Specify the number of diagnosis data to be read.

AXIS NUMBER:

T o read diagnosis data for which no axis is specified, enter 0. To read the diagnosis data for a specific axis, enter the corresponding axis number. To read the diagnosis data for all axes, enter –1.

DATA KEEP FILE NAME:

Specify the name of a file to which data about the diagnosis is to be saved.

D When no axis is

specified

D When one axis is

specifed

After data is read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen.

DIAGNOSIS (CNC → COMPUTER)

DIAGNOSIS NUMBER : 1030

DIAGNOSIS DATA : 100 00000000000000000000000001100100b

DIAGNOSIS (CNC → COMPUTER)

DIAGNOSIS NUMBER :20 THE 4TH AXIS : 2 00000000000000000000000000000010b

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D When all axes are

specified

OPERATION

DIAGNOSIS (CNC → COMPUTER)

DIAGNOSIS :20 THE 4TH AXIS : 1 00000000000000000000000000000001b THE 2ND AXIS : 10 00000000000000000000000000001010b

NOTE

At the binary number:

“b” is displayed after the figure putting.

At the decimal number:

Only the figure is displayed.

2. FUNCTIONS

2.7.8

Parameter (CNC → Computer)

When PARAMETER is selected on the output function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

PARAMETER (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

PARAMETER NUMBER :

–1 = ALL PARAMETERS

AXIS NUMBER :

0 = NO AXIS 1n = EACH AXIS –1 = ALL AXES

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.7.8 Parameter screen

PARAMETER NUMBER:

Specify the number of a parameter to be read. T o read all parameters, specify –1. For the Series 16/18, optional parameters can also be read.

AXIS NUMBER:

T o read parameters for which no axis is specified, enter 0. T o read the parameters for a specific axis, enter the corresponding axis number. To read the parameters for all axes, enter –1.

DATA KEEP FILE NAME:

Specify the name of the file to which the data about the parameters is to be saved.

After data is read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen.

2. FUNCTIONS

D When no axis is

specified

D When one axis is

specified

D When all axes are

specified

OPERATION

PARAMETER (CNC → COMPUTER)

PARAMETER NUMBER : 1030 PARAMETER : 100 64h 1100100b

PARAMETER (CNC → COMPUTER)

PARAMETER NUMBER : 1816 THE 4TH AXIS : 119 77h 1110111b

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D When output of all

parameters is specified

PARAMETER (CNC → COMPUTER)

PARAMTER NUMBER : 1020 THE 1ST AXIS : 88 58h 1011000b THE 2ND AXIS : 89 59h 1011001b

“b” is output after the figure at the binary number. “h” is output after the figure at the hexadecimal number. Nothing is output after the figure at the decimal number.

PARAMETER (CNC → COMPUTER)

ALL PARAMETER %

N0P01000100 N3P10000000 N10P00000000 N12A1P00000000A2P00000000A3P00000000A4P00000000A5P

00000000A6P00000000A7P0000000000A8P00000000

N13P271

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OPERATION

2. FUNCTIONS

2.7.9

Pitch Error Data (CNC → Computer)

When PITCH ERROR DATA is selected on the output function selection screen, the following transmission/reception screen is displayed:

PITCH ERROR DATA (CNC → COMPUTER)

CURRENT DIR B:\RMT

PITCH ERROR DATA NUMBER :

DATA KEEP FILE NAME :

EXECUTE

RETURN

***** The status display section and key functions *****

Fig. 2.7.9 Pitch error data output screen

PITCH ERROR DATA NUMBER:

Specify the number of pitch error data to be read.

DATA KEEP FILE NAME:

Specify the name of the file to which the data about the pitch error is to be saved.

After data is read, the transmission/reception screen is automatically switched to the file contents display screen.

PITCH ERROR DATA (CNC → COMPUTER)

PITCH ERROR DATA NUMBER : 30 PITCH ERROR DATA : –7

GE Fanuc 15, 16, 18 Operator's Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

GENERAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS RELATED TO PROGRAMMING

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS RELATED TO HANDLING

WARNINGS RELATED TO DAILY MAINTENANCE

PREFACE

Table of Contents

OVERVIEW

OUTLINE

CNC OPTIONS (Series 15)

SUPPORTED PERSONAL COMPUTER MODELS

OVERVIEW

DEVICE DRIVER DISK

ORIGINAL AND WORK DISKS

PCB DRAWING NUMBER FILE (Series 15)

CONNECTION

Connecting the CNC Machine Tool and Modem

SETTING COMMUNICATION PARAMETERS

Line Connection

Termination

FUNCTION OVERVIEW

OUTLINE

Language selection screen

Wireless adapter selection screen

Access Right Confirmation Screen (Series 16/18)

Command Selection Screen

Function Selection Screen

Special Screen for Function Selection

T ransmission/ Reception Screen

File contents Display Screen

FUNCTIONS

LANGUAGE SELECTION SCREEN

WIRELESS ADAPTER SELECTION SCREEN

ACCESS RIGHT CONFIRMATION SCREEN (Series 16/18)

COMMAND SELECTION SCREEN

CNC PROGRAM FUNCTION

Deletion of Specified Program

Deletion of All Programs

Display of Specified Message

Option Parameter (Series 15)