HEIDENHAIN ND 1200R User Manual
Operating Instructions
ND 1200R
Radial
Software Version
2.8.x
English (en)
6/2013
ND 1200R Introduction
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1 LCD screen
2 Soft keys
3 Axis keys
4 Command keys
5 Arrow keys
6 Wide keys
7 Numeric keypad
8 Send key
9 LCD On/Off key
ND 1200R panel keys
Panel keys are used to enter target position coordinates, send data via
RS-232 and USB ports and configure operational parameters.
Panel function key Panel key
Soft keys: Functions change in support of the activities displayed
on the LCD.
Axis keys: used to enter target positions.
Command keys: Control target and data entry processes.
Arrow keys: Used to scroll through lists and navigate menus and
setup screen data fields.
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Wide keys: Two programmable Wide keys are used to perform
frequently used functions. These keys can easily be located by
touch without taking your eyes off the part. By default the left
fast track key is assigned the SEND2 function and the right is
assigned the ZERO2 function. Users can program either wide
key as described later in the Hotkeys portion of Chapter 2:
Installation, Setup and Specifications.
Numeric keypad: Used to enter numeric data. Additionally, the
decimal point key and +/- key are used to adjust the contrast
of the LCD display.
Send key: Used to transmit target data to a computer or USB
printer.
LCD On/Off key: Press the LCD on/off button to turn the LCD
display off without removing power from the ND 1200R. Press
the button a second time to restore the LCD display. Additionally,
the LCD On/Off key can be used to clear target data, datums and
skews.
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1 Power switch
2 Power cord connector and fuse holder
3 Power ground access
4 HEIDENHAIN 15 pin universal touch probe sensor
5 Measurement axis connectors
6 RS-232 serial port connector
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8 Tilt base mechanical tightness adjustment
ND 1200R side panel
1 Speaker/headset jack
2 USB Type A connector
3 RJ-45 Foot switch/hand switch/keypad connector
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Information contained in this manual
This User's manual covers the operation, installation, setup and
specifications of the ND 1200R. Operating information is contained in
chapter 1. Installation, setup instructions and specifications are
contained in chapter 2.
Fonts used in this manual
The following fonts are used to indicate operator controls or to show
emphasis:
Operator controls - SOFT KEYS and other PANEL KEYS are shown
in upper case.
Emphasis - Items of special interest or concepts that are
emphasized to the user are shown in bold type.
Showing sequences of key presses
The ND 1200R user performs sequences of soft key and panel key
presses to complete tasks. These sequences are indicated using text
as shown in the following example:
Press the MENU soft key, press the DATUM soft key and then
press the ZERO soft key is sometimes abbreviated as:
Press MENU>DATUM>ZERO
Symbols within notes
Notes are marked with symbols on the left indicating the type, or
potential severity of the information.
General Information
This is additional or supplementary information about an
activity or concept.
Warning
This warns of a situation or condition that could lead to
measurement errors, equipment malfunction or
equipment damage. Do not proceed until the message is
read and understood.
Caution - Risk of electric shock
This warns of a situation or condition that could lead to
electrical shock and to personal injury or death. Do not
proceed until the message is read and understood.
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Safety considerations
General accepted safety precautions must be followed when
operating the system. Failure to observe these precautions could
result in damage to the equipment, or injury to personnel. It is
understood that safety rules within individual companies vary. If a
conflict exists between the material contained in this manual and the
rules of a company using this system, the more stringent rules should
take precedence.
The ND 1200R is equipped with a 3-wire power plug that
includes a separate ground connection. Always connect
the power plug to a 3-wire grounded outlet. Use of 2-wire
power plug adapters or any other connection accessories
that remove the third grounded connection create a safety
hazard and should not be permitted.
Unplug the ND 1200R from the power outlet and seek the
assistance of a qualified service technician if:
The power cord is frayed or damaged or the power plug
is damaged
Liquid is spilled or splashed onto the enclosure
The ND 1200R has been dropped or the exterior has
been damaged
The ND 1200R exhibits degraded performance or
indicates a need for service some other way
ND 1200R measurement axes
The ND 1200R DRO can display 2 or 3 axes depending on the model
purchased. DRO screen images used throughout this manual show
different numbers of axes and are for illustration only.
Software version
The software version is shown in the About setup screen discussed
later in chapter 2.
Cleaning
Use only a cloth dampened with water and a mild detergent for
cleaning the exterior surfaces. Never use abrasive cleaners, and never
use strong detergents or solvents. Only dampen the cloth, do not use
a cleaning cloth that is dripping wet.
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1 Operation
1.1 ND 1200R Overview ......................................................................................................................................... 12
1.2 Basic Functions of the ND 1200R..................................................................................................................... 13
Switching on the ND 1200R ........................................................................................................................ 13
Establishing a repeatable machine zero....................................................................................................... 14
Switching off the ND 1200R........................................................................................................................ 14
Panel key descriptions................................................................................................................................. 15
LCD screen and soft key layout................................................................................................................... 17
DRO mode screen and soft keys ......................................................................................................17
Distance from target mode screen and soft keys.............................................................................18
ND 1200R Menus ........................................................................................................................................ 19
1.3 Preparing to drill ................................................................................................................................................ 23
Power-up the ND 1200R.............................................................................................................................. 23
Establish machine zero................................................................................................................................ 23
Adjust LCD screen contrast......................................................................................................................... 24
Select unit of linear measure....................................................................................................................... 24
Select a coordinate system ......................................................................................................................... 24
Probing a position ........................................................................................................................................ 25
Select a probe diameter............................................................................................................................... 26
Aligning the part to an axis .......................................................................................................................... 27
Establish a datum ........................................................................................................................................ 29
Setting a datum from a probed point ................................................................................................29
Setting a datum from a skew line .....................................................................................................29
Setting a datum on the center of a hole............................................................................................29
Moving a datum........................................................................................................................................... 30
1.4 Targets .............................................................................................................................................................. 31
Entering a target .......................................................................................................................................... 31
Entering an absolute target position..................................................................................................31
Entering an incremental target position ............................................................................................33
Editing and clearing targets ......................................................................................................................... 35
Editing a target ..................................................................................................................................35
Deleting a target................................................................................................................................35
Clearing the target list .......................................................................................................................35
Marking a target........................................................................................................................................... 36
1.5 Target patterns.................................................................................................................................................. 37
Frame pattern .............................................................................................................................................. 38
Rectangle pattern ........................................................................................................................................ 39
Line pattern.................................................................................................................................................. 40
Circle pattern ............................................................................................................................................... 41
1.6 Target programs................................................................................................................................................ 42
Saving a program......................................................................................................................................... 42
Running a program ...................................................................................................................................... 43
Mirroring a program..................................................................................................................................... 44
Deleting a program .............................................................................................................
1.7 Navigating to a target........................................................................................................................................ 46
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2 Installation, Setup and Specifications
2.1 ND 1200R Shipment Contents ..........................................................................................................................48
Items included with the ND 1200R ..............................................................................................................48
Optional items possibly included..................................................................................................................48
Repackaging the ND 1200R .........................................................................................................................49
2.2 Hardware Installation.........................................................................................................................................50
Assembling the mounting stand ..................................................................................................................50
Benchtop location and mounting ......................................................................................................50
Arm mounting (optional) ...................................................................................................................51
Connecting power........................................................................................................................................52
Connecting encoders and probes.................................................................................................................53
Connecting a computer................................................................................................................................54
Connecting a headphone..............................................................................................................................55
Connecting a USB printer.............................................................................................................................55
Connecting an optional foot switch or remote keypad.................................................................................56
2.3 Software setup ..................................................................................................................................................57
Setup menu..................................................................................................................................................58
Setup example: entering the supervisor password......................................................................................59
Order of setup..............................................................................................................................................61
Language selection and product version......................................................................................................62
Supervisor password....................................................................................................................................63
Encoder configuration ..................................................................................................................................65
Encoders screen ...............................................................................................................................65
Misc screen ......................................................................................................................................68
Probe configuration ......................................................................................................................................69
Radial screen.....................................................................................................................................69
Error correction.............................................................................................................................................71
Linear error correction (LEC).............................................................................................................71
Display formatting ........................................................................................................................................74
Display screen...................................................................................................................................74
Hot key assignments....................................................................................................................................76
Hot keys screen................................................................................................................................76
Print formatting ............................................................................................................................................79
Print screen.......................................................................................................................................79
Port configuration.........................................................................................................................................81
Ports screen......................................................................................................................................81
Audio volume ...............................................................................................................................................85
Misc screen ......................................................................................................................................85
Key repeat rate adjustment..........................................................................................................................86
Misc screen ......................................................................................................................................86
Screen saver activation ................................................................................................................................87
Misc screen ......................................................................................................................................87
Time and date settings.................................................................................................................................88
Clock screen .....................................................................................................................................88
2.4 Specifications.....................................................................................................................................................89
Dimensions ..................................................................................................................................................90
Arm mount bracket ...........................................................................................................................91
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Operation
1.1 ND 1200R Overview
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The ND 1200R is an advanced digital readout (DRO) system for radial
drilling machines using analog or TTL encoders. The system allows the
operator to directly enter either cartesian or polar coordinates for
target positions. This alleviates the requirement of either pre-drilling
holes or a previous operation of marking out the holes on an expensive
machine elsewhere. The system defaults to cartesian coordinates
when entering target positions and polar coordinates when navigating
to a target.
The following functions are available in the ND 1200R:
Reference mark evaluations for distance-coded and single reference
encoders
Linear error correction
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Multilingual LCD user interface: language is selected by the user
Soft key functions under LCD change to support different user
activities
Arrow keys for easy navigation of lists and menus
Skew compensation for part alignment, eliminating the need for
time-consuming fixturing
Absolute and incremental targeting
Axis zero for establishing a datum
Number keypad with:
Number keys for data entry
Decimal point and +/- keys for data entry and LCD screen contrast
adjustment
User-defined hot keys that program panel and optional remote keys
to initiate commonly used functions.
User-defined programs to save target sequences
Direct entry of cartesian or polar target coordinates
User-defined drilling patterns for:
Frame pattern
Rectangular pattern
Line pattern
Circle pattern
Speaker jack outputs for quiet or noisy environments
Optional remote foot switch and keypad facilitate measurement
when the user is not close to the front panel
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Switching on the ND 1200R
Switch on the ND 1200R. The POWER switch is
located on the rear of the enclosure. After switching
the power on, or after a power failure, the power-up
screen will be displayed.
Press the FINISH key to advance from the power-up
screen to the DRO.
Your ND 1200R is now ready for operation and is in the Current
Position operating mode. Encoder position values will be displayed for
all axes.
Power-up screen
DRO screen
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Establishing a repeatable machine zero
If your ND 1200R was configured to establish a machine zero upon
power-up, a message will be displayed asking you to cross reference
marks or enter hard-stop axis reference positions. The machine zero is
used by the ND 1200R to apply error correction data. To establish a
repeatable machine zero you must either:
Move the stage to have encoder reference mark crossings
recognized on each axis or
move the stage to the hard-stop reference position and press
ENTER on each axis when no encoder reference marks are present.
If the requirement to cross reference marks is bypassed
by pressing the CANCEL soft key, error correction data
that might be stored in your ND 1200R will not be
applied.
Switching off the ND 1200R
Switch the ND 1200R off. The parameter settings,
error compensation tables and recorded programs
that have been saved during operation will be
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retained in memory.
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Panel key descriptions
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Descriptions of panel key functions are provided in the following
pages for COMMAND, AXIS, WIDE, SEND, LCD ON/OFF and
ARROW keys. Soft key functions are also described later in the next
section as part of screen and soft key layout descriptions.
Command keys Function
Enter data: Press the enter key to enter
values into configuration fields. Pressing the
enter key indicates that data in a field is ready
for use.
Finish a target entry: Press the finish key to
complete a target entry or select the next
target in a program.
Delete data or target: Press the cancel key
to delete data in configuration fields or any
highlighted target from the target list.
Quit current activity: Press the quit key to
abandon the current task and return to the
DRO screen or to exit the target list.
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AXIS keys Function
Enter a target: Press an Axis key to enter
target position coordinates.
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WIDE keys Function
SEND key Function
Transmit target data: Press the SEND key
to transmit target data to a computer or a
USB printer.
LCD ON/OFF key Function
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Turn the LCD off or clear data: Press the
LCD ON/OFF key to toggle between LCD on
and LCD off, or to clear target data, datums
and part alignments (skews).
Left frequently used function:
Press the left WIDE key to initiate
the function programmed for this
key. The factory default function for
this key is SEND2. Refer to "Hot key
assignments” on page 76 for
additional information.
Right frequently used function:
Press the right WIDE key to initiate
the function programmed for this
key. The factory default function for
this key is ZERO2. Refer to "Hot key
assignments” on page 76 for
additional information.
ARROW keys Function
Navigate menus and setup screen
data fields.
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LCD screen and soft key layout
ND 1200R LCD screens display information in one of three operating
modes:
DRO mode displays current positions of axes
Distance from target mode displays the distance from a target
position
Setup mode displays ND 1200R setup screens
Soft keys change to support activities shown on the screens.
Setup screens and soft keys are described in Chapter 2:
Installation, Setup and Specifications.
DRO mode screen and soft keys
The DRO screen shows:
List of targets on the left side
Unit of measure, current datum and program number in the upper
right corner
The current positions of all axes
Part alignment status: a small rectangle over the axis letter indicates
that the part is aligned to a measurement axis (a skew was
performed)
Soft key functions for target selection, unit of measure, datuming,
cartesian or polar coordinates and menus
DRO screen showing current axis positions
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DRO soft keys Function
Goto Press the GOTO soft key to select a target to
navigate to.
MM or IN Toggles between millimeters and inches units
of measure. The current unit of measure is
displayed in the upper right corner of the
screen.
Datum Press the datum soft key to probe, zero, move
or skew a datum.
R/A or X/Y Toggles between cartesian and polar
coordinates displayed on the LCD screen.
Menu Press the MENU soft key to access program,
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datum, pattern and setup menus.
Distance from target mode screen and soft keys
The Distance from target screen shows:
List of targets on the left side
Unit of measure, current datum and program in the upper right
corner
The the distance from a target position
Part alignment status: a small rectangle over the axis letter indicates
that the part is aligned to a measurement axis (a skew was
performed)
Soft key functions for target selection, editing a target, absolute or
incremental distance selection, cartesian or polar coordinates
selection and menu access
DRO soft keys Function
Goto Press the GOTO soft key to select a target to
Edit Press the EDIT soft key to access the target
INC or ABS Toggles between incremental and absolute
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R/A or X/Y Toggles between cartesian and polar
Menu Press the MENU soft key to access program,
navigate to.
editing screen and edit the coordinates of the
selected target.
distances.
coordinates.
datum, pattern and setup menus.
Distance from target screen showing the distance
from the current position to the target position
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ND 1200R Menus
Press the MENU soft key to display menu titles over
the soft keys at the bottom of the LCD screen. Press
a menu soft key to display the corresponding menu
screen. Menus include:
PROGRAMS menu PROGRAMS functions
Press the PROG soft key to
display the PROGRAMS
screen and soft keys for
program functions. Soft
keys include:
Run Press the RUN soft key to
play a program of recorded
target positions.
Save Press the SAVE soft key to
save a program that can be
played back later.
Menu titles are displayed over soft keys at the bottom
of the LCD screen
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Mirror Press the MIRROR soft key
Delete Press the DELETE soft key
Print Press the PRINT soft key to
to mirror and run a
program.
to delete the selected
program.
transmit a program to a
computer or a USB printer.
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DATUM menu DATUM functions
Press the DATUM soft key
to display soft key
selections for zeroing,
moving and skewing the
datum. Soft keys include:
Probe Press the PROBE soft key
to enter the probe diameter
using the numeric keypad.
Zero Press the ZERO soft key to
select an axis, axes or hole
for zeroing the datum.
Move 0 Press the MOVE 0 soft key
to move the datum to a
new location.
Skew Press the SKEW soft key to
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compensate electronically
for non-square part
alignment on the primary
axis.
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PATTERN menu PATTERN functions
Press the PATTERN soft
key to select a drilling
pattern. Soft keys include:
Frame Press the FRAME soft key
to enter the parameters to
define a frame drilling
pattern. Refer to "Frame
pattern” on page 38
Rect Press the RECT soft key to
enter the parameters to
define a rectangle drilling
pattern. Refer to "Rectangle
pattern” on page 39
Line Press the LINE soft key to
enter the parameters to
define a line drilling pattern.
Refer to "Line pattern” on
page 40
Circle Press the CIRCLE soft key
to enter parameters to
define a circle drilling
pattern. Refer to "Circle
pattern” on page 41
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SETUP menu SETUP functions
Press the SETUP menu
soft key to display the
collection of SETUP
screens used to configure
the ND 1200R. Use of the
setup menu is explained in
Chapter 2: Installation,
Setup and Specifications.
Access to setup menu configuration data fields is
password restricted to supervisors and other technically
qualified personnel. Configuration mistakes can result in
serious measurement errors.
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1.3 Preparing to drill
Power-up the ND 1200R
Switch on the ND 1200R. The POWER switch is located on the rear
of the enclosure. After switching the power on, or after a power
failure, the power-up screen will be displayed. See "Switching on the
ND 1200R" on page 13.
Press the FINISH key to advance from the power-up screen to the
DRO.
If your ND 1200R was configured to establish a machine zero upon
powering up, a message will be displayed asking you to cross
reference marks or specify axis references manually.
Establish machine zero
A repeatable machine zero is required for the DRO to apply the
calibration chart to the machine geometry correctly.
It is not recommended to use the machine without active
calibration. This would lead to unknown position errors.
Usually the calibration is based on referencing via reference marks on
the encoders. To establish the machine zero after power-up:
Move the stage to have the reference mark crossings recognized on
each axis.
If the machine zero is determined via hard stops:
Move the stage to the hard-stop reference position and press
ENTER on each axis.
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Adjust LCD screen contrast
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If necessary, adjust the LCD screen contrast using the decimal point
and +/- keys located on the numeric keypad.
Press the DECIMAL POINT key to increase the
contrast.
Press the +/- key to decrease the contrast.
Select unit of linear measure
Press the MM or IN soft key to toggle between
millimeters and inches.
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Select a coordinate system
Press the X/Y or R/A key to toggle between cartesian
and polar coordinate systems.
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Probing a position
A position can be probed with a hard probe or a touch probe.
To probe a point with a hard probe:
Touch the edge of the workpiece with the probe.
Press the ENTER key.
Enter the probe diameter.
Press the ARROW key that indicates the probe compensation
direction.
To probe a point with a touch probe:
Touch the edge of the workpiece with the probe. The point and the
direction of probing will be entered automatically.
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Probing a position with a hard probe
Probing a position with a touch probe
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Select a probe diameter
A probe is required to zero the axes on a workpiece. The diameter of
the probe can be adjusted. This is needed to compensate for the
offset of the part from the edge of the probe being used.This diameter
is either the diameter of the touch probe or hard probe being used.
To assign a probe diameter:
Press the DATUM soft key.
Press the PROBE soft key.
Enter the probe size.
Press the FINISH key.
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Aligning the part to an axis
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Accurate drilling requires the part to be perfectly aligned along an axis.
Misaligned parts result in targeting errors. Use the SKEW function to
convert machine coordinates to part coordinates and compensate for
part misalignment. Perform a skew each time a new part is mounted.
Measure a skew line by probing a straight edge of the part on a major
measurement axis or by probing two or more pre-drilled holes.
The skew alignment edge or line must be oriented within
45 degrees of the measurement axis.
Aligning a part edge to an axis
To align a part edge to an axis:
Align the part on the stage.
Press DATUM>SKEW.
Probe a minimum of two points along a part edge. In the example
shown here, the part is aligned to the X-axis by probing three points
along the bottom edge of the part.
Press the FINISH key.
The part could alternately have been aligned along a
vertical edge to the Y-axis.
The orientation of the cartesian coordinate system
depends on the type of machine. It can be changed by the
supervisor (password required).
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Three points are probed to align the bottom edge of a
part to the X-axis
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Aligning a pair of holes to an axis
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There are certain times when the part needs to be aligned on the
center of two pre-drilled holes.
To align a pair of holes to an axis:
Align the part on the stage.
Press DATUM>SKEW>HOLE.
Probe a minimum of three points around the edge of the first hole
to be used in the skew.
Press the FINISH key to complete the first hole measurement.
Press the HOLE soft key.
Probe a minimum of three points around the edge of the second
hole to be used in the skew.
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Press the FINISH key to complete the second hole measurement.
Press the FINISH key to complete the skew.
Distributing the probed points evenly around the
circumference of the hole will provide a more accurate
placement for the center of the hole.
Three points are probed for each hole to align the
center of the holes with the X-axis
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Establish a datum
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A datum can be created from a probed point, the center point of a
probed hole or a point created from the intersection of the skew
alignment line and another line perpendicular to the skew alignment
line.
Setting a datum from a probed point
To set the datum from a probed point:
Press DATUM>ZERO>XY.
Probe the desired location of the datum.
Setting a datum from a skew line
The first point of a skew line is automatically set as the datum. The
datum is most commonly created from a point that is the intersection
of the skew alignment line and a second part edge line.
To set the datum from a skew line:
Perform a skew alignment.
Press DATUM>ZERO.
Press the soft key for the axis to zero along (the same axis used for
the skew line).
Probe a point on the part edge perpendicular to the skew line. The
datum is now set to the intersection of the skew alignment line and
the probed part edge.
Setting a datum on the center of a hole
The center of a hole is found by probing a minimum of three points on
the edge of the hole.
To set the datum from the center of a hole:
Press DATUM>ZERO>HOLE.
Probe a minimum of three points around the edge of the hole.
Press the FINISH key.
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A skew is performed along the bottom and a point is
probed on the side perpendicular to the skew line
Distributing the probed points evenly around the
circumference of the hole will provide a more accurate
placement for the center of the hole.
A minimum of three points is probed around the edge
of a hole
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Moving a datum
If the datum of the part is not reachable by a probe it can be moved by
entering the coordinates from a point that has been probed.
To move the datum:
Press DATUM>MOVE 0.
Enter the X distance in relationship to the probed datum point.
Press the ENTER key.
Enter the Y distance in relationship to the probed datum point.
Press the FINISH key.
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