Roland CAMM-3 PNC-300 User Manual

User's Manual

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300.

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RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE

STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.

Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void
the users authority to operate this equipment.

NOTICE

Grounding Instructions

Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Check with qualified electrician or service personnel if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in
doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s
plug.

Repair or replace damaged or worn out cord immediately.

Operating Instructions

KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invites accidents.

DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t
use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to
rain. Keep work area well lighted.

DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing
accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, and like.

REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in off position before plugging in.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
owner’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.

NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.

The I/O cables between this equipment and the computing
device must be shielded.

For Canada

CLASS B NOTICE

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

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Table of Contents

How to Read This Manual ............................................................................................................ i

Typographic Conventions .......................................................................................................... ii

To Ensure Safe Use........................................................................................................ iii

Part 1 Startup

1. Checking the Accessories.................................................................................................................... 1

2. Part Names and Functions................................................................................................................. 2

3. Power Cord and Computer Connections ....................................................................................... 4

Vacuum Cleaner Connection ..................................................................................................................... 4

4. Installing the Software ........................................................................................................................ 5

5. Setting the Connection Parameters ................................................................................................. 8

6. Loading a Workpiece for Cutting .................................................................................................... 9

Installing the Machine Vise ....................................................................................................................... 9

How to Secure a Workpiece in the Machine Vise...................................................................................... 9

Examples of Workpiece of Loading ........................................................................................................ 10

7. Cutting Tool Attachment .................................................................................................................. 12

Changing the Collet Chuck...................................................................................................................... 13

8. Setting the Origin (Home Position and Z0)................................................................................. 13

Setting the Home Position ....................................................................................................................... 14

Setting the Z0 Position ............................................................................................................................ 14

Setting Z0 with the Z0 Position Sensor (Included with the Unit) ........................................................... 15

9. Cutting Condition Setting ................................................................................................................ 17

Manual Setting of Cutting Conditions ..................................................................................................... 17

Cutting Condition Setting Examples ....................................................................................................... 19

10. Setting the Z1 and Z2 Position........................................................................................................ 20

11. Attaching a Brush Adapter for Chip Cleaning .......................................................................... 21

12. Sending Cutting Data ........................................................................................................................ 21

13. Finishing ............................................................................................................................................... 22

Part 2 User's Reference

Cutting Area ................................................................................................................................................. 23

Operating Each Function.......................................................................................................................... 24

Performing Repeat Cutting ...................................................................................................................... 25

Changing the Feed Rate or Spindle Speed During Cutting ..................................................................... 26

Stopping the Cutting Process ................................................................................................................... 28

Explanation of the Display Menus.......................................................................................................... 29

Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................. 32

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................... 35

Error Messages ............................................................................................................................................ 36

Other Messages ............................................................................................................................................ 37

List of CAMM-GL I Instructions ........................................................................................................... 38

Device Control Instructions...................................................................................................................... 40

Display Menus Flowchart ......................................................................................................................... 42

Specifications

Hardware Specification ........................................................................................................................... 44

Interface Specification ............................................................................................................................. 44

Index ............................................................................................................................................................... 46

How to Read This Manual

This manual is organized in the following format. Please use it in the way that best matches your needs.

Part 1 Startup

Basic operation, and the procedures to follow when finished cutting are explained here. Please read this section if you are
using the PNC-300 for the first time.

Part 2 User's Reference

Usage of the PNC-300’s functions, daily care, and an overview if instruction sets sent from the computer are explained
here.

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Copyright © 1994–2000 Roland DG Corporaion

i

Typographic Conventions

This manual uses certain typographic symbols, outlined below.

This indicates a point requiring particular care to ensure safe use of the product.

: Failure to heed this message will result in serious injury or

death.

: Failure to heed this message may result in serious injury or

death.

: Failure to heed this message may result in minor injury.

NOTICE

The names of keys on the control panel are printed in bold type and enclosed in square brackets.

Example: [ENTER] key

Messages that appear on the liquid-crystal display are enclosed in quotation makes.

Example: "OTHERS"

: Indicates important information to prevent machine breakdown

or malfunction and ensure correct use.

: Indicates a handy tip or advice regarding use.

ii

To Ensure Safe Use

Do not disassemble or remodel the
machine.

If the safety device is removed, the spindle

rotates while the cover is open, which is very

dangerous.

Do not operate if a transparent cover
is cracked or broken.

If the transparent cover at the front or the side

of the unit is cracked, contact a service agent

immediately for repairs.

Use only with the power cord included
with this product.

Use with other than the included power cord
may lead to fire or electrocution.

iii

Do not install in an unstable or high
location.

Do not block the ventilation holes.

Do not installation the machine on the edge of a
table, or it may fall.

Handle the power cord with care.

Do not step on or damage the power cord, or
allow heavy objects to be placed atop it. Failure
to heed this may result in electrocution or fire.

Blocking the ventilation holes at the rear of the
unit may prevent heat radiation and cause fire.

Do not allow liquids, metal objects or
flammables inside the machine.

Fire or breakdown may result.

Do not use cutting oil when
performing cutting.

Perform dry cutting with no cutting oil. Use of
cutting oil may result in fire or machine failure.

Wash hands when finished.

Wash hands with water to remove any adhering
cutting chips.

iv

About the Labels Affixed to the Unit

These labels are affixed to the body of this product. The following figure describes the location and content of these
messages.

Please use a vacuum cleaner to remove cutting dust.
Do not use any blower like airbrush. Otherwise, dust
spread in the air may harm your health or damage this
machine.

Handle tool with care.

Rating plate

v

Be sure to determine that the machine is
not moving at all, when operating the cover.

To Ensure Correct Use

Fasten the tool and material securely in
place.

Do not operate beyond capacity or subject the
tool to undue force.
The tool may break. If machining
operation beyond capacity is started
inadvertently, immediately press the
EMERGENCY STOP switch.

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- MEMO -

Startup

1. Checking the Accessories

These are installed

on the unit.

Collet cap Collet chuck Z0 position sensor

6 mm

(0.2362")

Machine vice

10 mm

(0.3937")

6 mm

60 mm
(2-3/8")

(0.2362")

10 mm

(0.39")

19 mm

(0.75")

WrenchesStraight end mill

Workpiece Power cord

24 mm

(0.94")

Brush adapter

(for chip-cleaning)

Motor brushes

User's manual

Roland Software Package CD-ROM

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2. Part Names and Functions

Head

This moves the spindle (cutting tool) up
and down). The head performs Z-axis
movement.

Installed on the spindle

Collet chuck and collet cap

These secure the cutting tool
(blade) to the spindle.

XY table

The XY table grips the workpiece to be cut,
and shifts it forward, backward, and to the
sides. The XY performs X- and Y-axis
movement.

Cover

Opening the cover during cutting
results in an emergency stop. Any
cutting data in use becomes invalid,
and cutting cannot be continued.
If the cover must be opened during
cutting, first press the [ENTER/
PAUSE] key to pause the PNC-300,
then open the cover. After the cover
has been closed, cutting resumes
when the paused state is canceled.
The spindle will not rotate while the
cover is open.

Power switch

Described on the following page

Serial connector

A serial (RS-232C) cable is
connected here.

Parallel connector

A parallel (printer) cable is
connected here.

Power connector

The power cord included
with the machine is
connected here.

EMERGENCY STOP switch

This switch cuts the power supply and forces the
machine to stop, regardless of whether operation is in
progress. Press the EMERGENCY STOP switch
immediately if dangerous or abnormal operation occurs.

Z0 position sensor jack

The Z0 position sensor included
with the unit is connected here.

Left side view

Canceling an emergency stop

Rotate the red portion of the
switch clockwise.

Vacuum cleaner mounting port

* A vacuum cleaner is not included with the unit.

The suction nozzle of a commercially available
vacuum cleaner can be inserted into this port. This
allows the vacuum cleaner to remove cuttings during
operation.

Rear view

2

HOME key

Arrow keys

TOOL UP key

HANDLE FUNCTION SELECT keyLiquid-crystal display

SPINDLE TEST
ON/OFF key

Z1 key

Z2 key

Z0 key

ENTER/PAUSE

key

MENU key

TOOL DOWN key

VIEW key

JOG Handle

* A confirmation beep is produced whenever a key is pressed.

Liquid-crystal display The settings and selection choices (or values) for the PNC-300 are shown on this display. Error mes-

sages also appear here in the event of a problem.

Arrow keys Pressing an arrow key causes the XY table to move in the corresponding direction. Holding down the

key makes the XY table move faster (except during spindle rotation, when the speed of movement does
not change).
The arrow keys are also used together with the liquid-crystal display to manipulate settings, select items,
display other choices, and change values.

TOOL UP key This key makes the cutting tool (blade) move in a positive direction on the Z axis (i.e., upward). Move-

ment is always at a constant speed.

TOOL DOWN key This key makes the cutting tool move in a negative direction on the Z axis (i.e., downward). Movement

is always at a constant speed.

HOME key This key moves the cutting tool to the current home position (XY origin point).
Z0 key This key moves the cutting tool to the current Z-axis origin point.
Z1 key This key starts the spindle motor and moves the tool to the current tool-down position. Spindle rotation

and tool changing do not take place while the cover is open.

Z2 key This key moves the tool to the current tool-up position.
MENU key This key scrolls through the menu on the liquid-crystal display (i.e., it changes the panel display).
ENTER/PAUSE key This key is used to confirm settings, values, and selections made with the liquid-crystal display.

When pressed during cutting, operation is paused.

SPINDLE TEST This key is used to start and stop the spindle motor. The spindle will not rotate while the cover is open.

ON/OFF key
VIEW key This key raises the cutting tool to its highest point and moves the XY table to the front left.

JOG handle This is used for inching the XY table and cutting tool (in steps of 0.01 mm (0.00039")), and also to set

the speed of the spindle motor.

HANDLE FUNCTION This key is used together with the liquid-crystal display to select the function of the JOG handle.
SELECT key

Making Settings with the Liquid-crystal Display

3

3. Power Cord and Computer Connections

Use only with the power cord included with this product.

Use with other than the included power cord may lead to fire or electrocution.

NOTICE

Ensure that the power supply voltage is within ±10% of the machine's rated voltage.
Connect the cables only when the PNC-300 and the computer power sources are OFF.
Connect the power supply cord and the computer-use input/output cable firmly so that they don't come loose or cause a poor
connection.

The cable for computer connection is optional. Please purchase the appropriate cable for the type of computer and software used.

screw

RS-232C connector

on the computer

Crossover serial cable

(RS-232C)

(sold separately)

Parallel (Centronics)

cable

(sold separately)

screw

Printer connector

on the computer

Power cord

screw

Lock-use pin

Vacuum Cleaner Connection

4

4. Installing the Software

The included CD-ROM contains several pieces of software for operating the PNC-300.
For information on how to use the programs, and for detailed information about their commands, see the help for the programs.

System requirements

MODELA Applications Dr. Engrave 3D Engrave Virtual MODELA

Computer

CPU

System Memory

Hard Disk

Personal computer running Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT 4.0, or Windows 2000

If you're using Windows 95: i486SX or better (Pentium 100 MHz recommended)
If you're using Windows 98: i486DX or better (Pentium 100 MHz recommended)
If you're using Windows Me: Pentium 150 MHz or better
If you're using Windows NT 4.0: i486DX or better (Pentium 100 MHz recommended)
If you're using Windows 2000: Pentium 133 MHz or better

If you're using Windows 95: 8 Mbyte or more (16 Mbyte or more recommended)
If you're using Windows 98: 16 Mbyte or more (32 Mbyte or more recommended)
If you're using Windows Me: 32 Mbyte or more
If you're using Windows NT 4.0: 16 Mbyte or more (32 Mbyte or more recommended)
If you're using Windows 2000: 32 Mbyte or more

7 MB or more 10 MB or more 10 MB or more 5 MB or more
of free space of free space of free space of free space

Setting Up the Program

* If you are installing under Windows NT 4.0 or Windows 2000, you need full access permissions for the printer settings.

Log on to Windows as a member of the “Administrators” or “Power Users” group.
For more information about groups, refer to the documentation for Windows.

1
3

Switch on the computer and start Windows.

2

When the screen shown below appears, click the in [Click here], then choose [PNC-300].
Click [Install].
To view the description of a program, click the
(There are manuals in PDF format for the programs that the
files.)

button. To view the manual, click the button.

button references. Acrobat Reader is required to view PDF

If there are programs you don't want to install, then
clear their check boxes before you click [Install].

Place the CD from the Roland Software Package in
the CD-ROM drive.
The Setup menu appears automatically.

5

4

The Setup program starts. Follow the messages to carry
out setup and finish setting up the program.

* When the setup for one program finishes, the setup

for the next program starts.
In the interval until the next setup starts, a dialog
box showing the progress of processing is displayed.

5

7

If the following screen appears while installing the
driver, click the drop-down arrow and choose the port
for the cable connected to the computer.

When using an RS-232C (serial) cable

[COM1:] or [COM2:]

When using a printer (parallel) cable

[LPT1:] or [LPT2:]

When all installation finishes, the screen at right
appears.
Click [Close].

6

8

The driver settings appear.
When you make the settings for the communication
parameters of PNC-300, make the parameters match the
values displayed here.
Click [Close] to finish installing the driver. The driver
settings appear.

After returning to the menu screen for installation, click

.

6

Remove the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive.

9

How to use Help

If you have trouble using the program or driver, see the help screens. Help contains information such as descriptions of software opera­tion, explanations of commands, and tips for using the software more effectively.

1

3

From the [Help] menu, clik [Contents].

Clicking on an image area that contains an explana­tion displays the explanation.

Clicking on text that is green and underlined (by a
solid or dotted line) displays an explanation.

2

Tip

When the pointer moves over green underlined text, it

changes to a pointing hand ( ).

When the pointer moves over a location where an explana-

tion is included, it changes to a pointing hand (

).

When there's a [?] button on screen

Clicking [?] in the upper-right corner of the window makes
the mouse pointer change to a question mark (

can then move the pointer over any item you wish to
lean more about, then click on the item to display an

explanation of it.

). You

When there's a [Help] button on
screen.

Clicking [Help] lets you view help for the window or
software.

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5. Setting the Connection Parameters

Connection with a parallel cable is called a "parallel connection," and connection with a serial cable is called a "serial connection."
Make the appropriate settings on both the computer and the PNC-300 to configure the equipment for the type of connection that has
been made. Normally, the setting on the PNC-300 should be made to match the setting on the computer. The steps below describe how
to set connection parameters on the PNC-300. To make the settings on the computer, refer to the manual for the computer or the
software in use.

1

3

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

*"REPEAT" is displayed only

when the buffer size has been
expanded.

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

2

4

Press the [ ] key to move the blinking cursor (" ") to
"OTHERS," and then press the [ENTER] key.

Press the [ ] key to move the blinking cursor (" ") to
"I/O," then use the [

] or [ ] keys to select "AUTO."

5

7

Press the [ENTER] key.

Make sure

that "< >" appears.

Make the settings for stop bit, data bits, and parity
check, then press the [MENU] key once.

For serial connection

only

Press the [MENU] key once.

6

For serial connection

only

Make the settings for baud rate and handshake.

8

For serial connection

only

8

10 mm

(0.39")

6. Loading a Workpiece for Cutting

Installing the Machine Vise

Machine vice A

Tighten the screw
by hand

How to Secure a Workpiece in the Machine Vise

Machine vice B

1

3

Place the workpiece on the XY table, and move the
machine vise so that it lightly touches both sides of
the workpiece.

Use the wrench to secure machine vise B.

Use the wrench included with the unit to secure
machine vise A.

2

Secure the workpiece in place.

4

10 mm

(0.39")

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Examples of Workpiece Loading

This section is an explanation of the cutting workpiece attachment method when a machine vice is used. If employing an alternative
attachment method, fix the workpiece firmly in place using the following explanation for reference.

Under the standard workpiece attachment method, a block is attached
to the vice, then the workpiece is fixed to the block with double-sided
adhesive tape. This is the most suitable method when cutting com­paratively small workpieces. For the fixing-use block, it's better to
choose a workpiece that can be cut and aligned horizontally with
precision. (So that after attachment with the vice, accuracy can be
improved when the surface is cut.) When cutting complicated shapes,
it can be difficult to fix the workpiece to accommodate the cutting
process. But with this method you can fix the workpiece setting
position by cutting the block itself to the required shape.
Before fixing the workpiece in place, take away any foreign matter
such as cutting waste from the surface of the fixing-use block. If
foreign matter remains, the workpiece may not be properly fixed and
also the finished dimensions may not be precise.

As an alternative, it is possible to attach the workpiece to the vice
directly. Because no fixing-use block is utilized, this method is
capable of accommodating larger workpieces. In addition, attachment
and detachment are easy.
very complicated shapes or for cases where the strength of the part
held in the vice is weak.
In cases where the workpiece is attached to the vice directly, be
careful to adjust the cutting depth (the total Z axis feeding amount) so
that the part of the workpiece held in the vice is not cut. If the tool
cuts the vice, the cutting edge of the tool will be damaged and it will
be impossible to use. Also, in the case of a very thin tool, the cutting
edge may break and become very dangerous.

However, this method is not suitable for

Double-sided
adhesive tape

Material fixing-use
block

Workpiece

Workpiece

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The cutting tool must not be
inserted as far as the blade.

7. Cutting Tool Attachment

1

3

Loosen the collet chuck.

Collet cap

Tighten the collet chuck by hand to provisionally
secure the cutting tool to the spindle motor.

2

4

Insert the cutting tool.

Secure the spindle motor so that it does not rotate,
and use wrenches to tighten securely.

19 mm

(0.75")

24 mm

(0.94")

11

Changing the Collet Chuck

The collet chuck included as standard equipment with the
machine can hold a cutting tool with a shank that is 6 mm
(0.24") in diameter. When using a cutting tool that has a
different shank diameter, be sure to replace the collet chuck
with one suited to the cutting tool's shank diameter. (Collet
chucks for shank diameters other than 6 mm (0.24") are
available separately.)

Shank diameter

Cutting tool
shank

1

3

Rotate the collet cap to remove it.

Collet cap

Securely fit the groove on the collet chuck to the tab
on the cap.

Good example

Groove

Tab

Bad examples

Tilt the collet chuck at an angle and remove while
twisting.

2

Install on the spindle.

4

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8. Setting the Origin (Home Position and Z0)

The PNC-300 are suitable for use with a versatile range of workpiece shapes and a wide variety of tools, so determine the standard
points for cutting each time a new workpiece is set. Set the home position (origin point for X an Y axes) and Z0 (Z axis origin point).
(If these points can be set with your current software, they should be set using the software.)

Setting the Home Position

The home position is the point that becomes the origin point in the X and Y directions. Usually, this point is set at the front left corner of
the fixed workpiece. The setting method explained here, uses the left, bottom corner (nearest the operator) of the workpiece as the home
position.
The home position points are registered in the PNC-300 memory right after power is turned on and before power is turned off.

1

3

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

Press the arrow keys and the TOOL UP/DOWN keys
to move the cutting tool to a position close to the
front left corner of the workpiece.

2

4

Press the HANDLE FUNCTION SELECT key to
move the "*" on the screen to "X" or "Y," then press
the [ENTER] key.

Use the HANDLE FUNCTION SELECT key and the
JOG handle to align the cutting tool with the front left
corner of the workpiece.

5

Workpiece

Press the [ENTER] key.

Make sure that "< >" appears.

13

Setting the Z0 Position

The Z0 position is the point that becomes the origin point in the Z directions. Usually, this point is set at the surface of the fixed
workpiece. The following explains the method for setting the workpiece surface Z0 position. If "Z0_MEMORY" is off, then the Z0
position is set to the mechanically uppermost position immediately after the power is switched on.

1

3

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

Press the [Z0] key to move the blinking cursor (" ")
to "Z0."

2

4

Press the HANDLE FUNCTION SELECT key to
move the "*" on the screen to "Z," then press the
[ENTER] key.

Press the arrow keys and the TOOL UP/DOWN keys
to move the cutting tool close to the surface of the
workpiece.

Workpiece

Rotate the JOG handle to align the tip of the cutting
tool with surface of the workpiece.

5

The following method can be used to set the Z0
position even more precisely. This method is
suitable for cases where the position is marked with
an oil pen and later cut off.
Set Z0 as the position where the ink was cut off.

6

First, make a mark on
the work surface with a
generally available oil
pen, etc.

Workpiece

Press the [ENTER] key.

Make sure

that "< >" appears.

Close the cover and rotate the
spindle by pressing the
[SPINDLE TEST ON/OFF] key.
Place the tool in the marked
position, then lower the tool until
the ink is cut off. The ink mark
on the work surface has a
certain thickness, so only the ink
is removed.

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Setting Z0 with the Z0 Position Sensor (Included with the Unit)

The Z0 sensor included with the unit is used to set the Z0 point on the
surface of the workpiece. The Z0 sensor is placed on the location which
is to serve as the Z0 point, and the Z0 point is set.

Z0

Z0 position sensor

1

3

Install the Z0 position sensor.

Z0 position sensor

Z0 position sensor

jack

Press the [ ] key to move the blinking cursor (" ") to
"SENSOR OFF," then press the [ENTER] key.

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

2

*"REPEAT" is displayed only

when the buffer size has been
expanded.

The display changes to indicate the message shown
below.

4

5

Place the Z0 position sensor on top of the workpiece. Press the arrow keys and the TOOL UP/DOWN keys

to move the cutting tool until its tip comes into

6

contact with the Z0 position sensor. Movement of the
cutting tool stops when it touches the Z0 position
sensor.

15

7

The display changes to indicate the message shown
below.

Press the TOOL UP key to raise the cutting tool.

8

9

11

Press the arrow keys to move the tool away from the
top of the workpiece.

Press the [Z0] key. The tool descends automatically
to the Z0 position, and the Z0 point is set.

Detach and remove the Z0 position sensor.

10

Move out of the box

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9. Cutting Condition Setting

Before you begin the actual cutting process, the cutting conditions such as the revolution speed of the spindle motor and the feeding
speed of each axis must be designated according to the quality of the workpiece and the type of tool used. There are several deciding
factors to be taken into account when designating the cutting conditions.

1. The quality of the workpiece 4. The cutting method

2. The type of tool used 5. The cutting shape

3. The diameter of the tool used

Designate the cutting conditions in consideration of the above factors by performing the following three PNC-300 setting operations.

1. The spindle motor revolution speed (tool revolution speed)

2. The feeding speed (tool moving speed)

3. The cutting-in amount (depth of one cutting operation)

Note : When settings have been made with both the software and the PNC-300, the last settings made have priority.

In this manual, these three conditions are called the cutting conditions. The characteristics and points to consider for each of these
conditions are as follows.

Item Characteristics/Points to Consider

The bigger this number, the faster the cutting speed. However, if this number is too large, the work surface
may melt or burn due to excessive friction. Conversely, if this number is made smaller, the time taken for

Spindle motor

revolution speed

Feeding speed

Cutting-in amount

cutting becomes too longer. Generally speaking, the entire cutting speed is determined by the cutting edge
speed, so the smaller the tool diameter, the higher the spindle revolution speed required. (When performing
engraving without rotating the cutting tool, set "REVOLUTION" to "OFF.")

Revolution speed : 3000—8000 rpm

When the feeding speed is high, processing becomes rough and flash marks tend to remain on the cut surface.
On the other hand, when the feeding speed is slow, processing takes more time. Be careful because a slower
feeding speed does not always result in improved finishing.

When the cutting-in amount is deeper, the cutting speed increases, but the cutting-in amount is limited by the
quality of the workpiece. In cases where the required depth can not be cut at once, repeat cutting several
times to depth that does not breach the limit.

Manual Setting of Cutting Conditions

The cutting conditions can be set manually according to the method described below.
If the cutting conditions can be set with your current software, this is a faster and more efficient method than manual setting. It makes
no difference when you come to construct a program. The following method is appropriate for making delicate halfway adjustments to
conditions previously set using software, etc.

Feeding Speed

1

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

2

Press the [ ] or [] key to move the blinking cursor
("

") to "XY-SPEED."
To set the lowering speed of the head, move the
blinking cursor (" ") to "Z-SPEED."

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Press the [ ] or [ ] key to set the feed rate.

Press the [ENTER] key.

3

Setting range

X- and Y-axis : 0 to 60 mm/sec
Z-axis : 0 to 30 mm/sec

Spindle Motor Revolution Speed

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

1

4

Make sure

that "< >" appears.

Press the HANDLE FUNCTION SELECT key to
move the "*" on the screen to "??00 RPM."

2

Rotate the JOG handle to set the speed of rotation.

3

Setting range:

3,000 to 8,000 rpm

RPM : Revolutions Per Minute

Cutting-in Amount

The cutting-in amount is set by setting Z1. (Refer to next page.)

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Cutting Condition Setting Examples

The chart below contains reference examples of the appropriate cutting conditions for several types of workpiece material. In the case that
the conditions are input using software or when constructing your own programs, set the cutting conditions with reference to the chart.
However, because conditions differ depending on tool sharpness and workpiece hardness, cutting performance may not always be optimal
when adhering to the conditions specified below. In such a case, delicate adjustment should be performed at the time of actual cutting.

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10. Setting the Z1 and Z2 Position

The cutting tool up position (Z2 point) and down position (Z1 point) are normally set with the software. If they cannot be set with your
current software then set them manually using the keys on the switch panel.

Tool

1

3

Tool up position

Tool down position

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

Press the [Z1] key to move the blinking cursor (" ")
to "Z1."
When setting the Z2 point, press the [Z2] key to
move the blinking cursor ("

") to "Z2."

Z2
Z0

Z1

Workpiece

Press the HANDLE FUNCTION SELECT key to
move the "*" on the screen to "Z," then press the

2

4

[ENTER] key.

Press the arrow keys and the TOOL UP/DOWN keys
to move the cutting tool close to the point where Z1
will be set.
When setting Z1, move the cutting tool to a position
away from the loaded workpiece.

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5

Rotate the JOG handle to gradually move the cutting
tool to the height where the Z1 point is to be set.

Workpiece

Press the [ENTER] key.

6

Make sure

that "< >" appears.

11. Attaching a Brush Adapter for Chip Cleaning

A commercially available vacuum cleaner is used during cutting to keep chips from flying into the box. Attaching the brush adapter
included with the PNC-300 can enhance chip-cleaning performance.
Before attaching the brush adapter, first clean away any chips that may be present on the mounting surface.

NOTICE

You should never bring floppy disks close to
brush adapter, since the data on them could be
erased.

12. Sending Cutting Data

The PNC-300 performs cutting after receiving cutting data from the computer (application software).
Data may be output, for example, after it has been created using any of a number of applications, or from driver software.
In this section, general matters related to data output are explained. Refer to this section when carrying out data output. For details of
the cutting data output method, refer to the operation manual for the application software or driver software used.

Setting the Output device

Please select from among the models shown below when making the settings for output device with the application software.

Output model Instruction system

PNC-300 CAMM-GL I (mode1, mode2) "AUTO" "0.01 mm"
CAMM-3 Series CAMM-GL I (mode1, mode2) "AUTO" "0.01 mm"

Command setting on the

PNC-300

Coordinate unit setting on

the PNC-300

* When set to "AUTO," the machine automatically determines whether the mode 1 or mode 2 instruction system is used.

Sample Settings for Application Software

Output device selection

Select PNC-300. If it is
not listed, select CAMM­3 series.

Select either the parallel
(Centronics) or the serial
(RS-232C) interface.
Choose the one that the
host computer and the
PNC-300 are connected
by.

Device name

[PNC-300]

Interface

[RS-232C]

PNC-300

PNC-3100
PNC-3000
PNC-2700

Centronics

RS-232C

Protocol

Baud rate

Data bit
Stop bit

Parity

Handshake

9600

4800
2400

OK

CANCEL

Cautions During Cutting

Opening the cover during cutting results in an emergency stop. Any cutting data in use becomes invalid, and cutting cannot be contin­ued.
If the cover must be opened during cutting, first press the [ENTER/PAUSE] key to pause the unit. Confirm that operation has stopped,
and then open the cover. After the cover has been closed, cutting resumes when the paused state is canceled.
The spindle will not rotate while the cover is open.

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13. Finishing

After cutting has been finished, detach the tool, remove the material, and clean away chips.

The tool blade can cause injury to the hand even when not in motion.

1

3

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Open the cover and detach the tool.

Press the [VIEW] key for at least 0.5 seconds.

2

Remove the material.

4

5

Use a commercially available vacuum cleaner to

remove chips inside the box.

After finishing, be sure to wash the hands with
water to remove any adhering cutting chips.

NOTICE

Do not use a compressed air for such cleaning.

Cutting chips in the air may attach to a portion

of the machine and cause malfunctions or

breakdowns.

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User's

Reference

Cutting Area

The maximum cutting area of the PNC-300 is 120 mm 100 mm 120 mm (4-11/16" 3-7/8" 4-11/16"). When converted to
coordinate values, this corresponds to (x, y, z) = (12000, 10000, 12000) when the coordinate unit is 0.01 mm, or (x, y, z) = (4800, 4000,

12000) when the coordinate unit is 0.025 mm. Changing the coordinate unit causes only the coordinate units for the X and Y axes to
change. The coordinate unit along the Z axis is always 0.01 mm/step.
The actual available cutting area is subject to restrictions according to the length of the attached tool, the X table position at which the
workpiece is fixed, and the vice height (in the case that the vice is used); and in some cases it may be larger than the maximum operat­ing area.

120
mm

(4-11/16")

+Z

+Y

120
mm

(4-11/16")

+X

100
mm

(3-7/8")

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Operating Each Function

Making Settings with the Liquid-crystal Display

Changing to Other-language Messages on the Liquid-crystal Display

1

Switch on the power while holding down the
[MENU] key.

While pressing
the MENU key

Turn the power on

2

Press the [ ] key to move the blinking cursor (" ") to
"Japanese," and then press the [ENTER] key.

+

Messages on the display now appear in Japanese.

3

* To return the display to English-language messages,

carry out Step 1 again. When the language-selection
menu appears (similar to the one in Step 1, but in
Japanese), move the cursor to "
[ENTER] key.

" and press the

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Performing Repeat Cutting

The repeat cutting function cannot be used unless the PNC-300's memory buffer has been expanded to 1 MB.
The data buffer is the place where data received from the computer is stored temporarily. (The data in the data buffer can be erased by
switching off the power or executing the "BUFFER-CLEAR".)
Executing the "REPEAT" calls up the cutting data stored in the PNC-300's data buffer and executes the replotting procedure.
When replotting is executed, the entire data content of the data buffer is called up. When you perform replotting, clear the data from the data
buffer before sending the cutting for replotting from the computer.

1

3

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

Install the tool (blade) and load the material. After
closing the cover, use the software to send cutting
data.

2

4

Press the [ ] key to move the blinking cursor (" ") to
"BUFFER-CLEAR," and then press the [ENTER]
key.

After cutting has finished, remove the cut material
and load a new piece. Set the origin point if neces­sary.

5

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to move the blinking cursor (" ") to
"REPEAT," and then press the [ENTER] key.

6

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Changing the Feed Rate or Spindle Speed During Cutting

The feed rate and spindle rotating speed set by the software can be changed while cutting is in progress.
This is done by first pausing the PNC-300 during cutting, then changing the feed rate or spindle speed. However, if the computer subsequently
sends a command to change the feed rate or spindle speed, the setting will change as specified by the new command. When set by software
or set directly on the PNC-300, the setting made last takes precedence.

Changing the Feed Rate

1

3

Press the [ENTER/PAUSE] key while cutting is in
progress. One cutting step is performed, after which
operation stops. The display changes to show the
following message.

Press the [ ] or [ ] key to move the blinking cursor

") to "XY-SPEED."

("
To set the lowering speed of the head, move the
blinking cursor (" ") to "Z-SPEED."

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

2

Press the [ ] or [ ] key to set the feed rate.

4

5

Setting range

X- and Y-axis : 0 to 60 mm/sec
Z-axis : 0 to 30 mm/sec

Press the [ENTER] key.

Make sure

that "< >" appears.

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Changing the Spindle Speed

1

3

Press the [ENTER/PAUSE] key while cutting is in
progress. One cutting step is performed, after which
operation stops. The display changes to show the
following message.

Press the [ENTER] key.

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

2

Use the jog handle to set the spindle speed.

4

Setting range:

3,000 to 8,000 rpm

RPM : Revolutions Per Minute

Press the [ENTER] key.

5

Make sure that

"< >" appears.

Canceling the Paused State to Resume Cutting

After changing the feed rate or spindle speed, cancel the paused state. Cutting then resumes at the new feed rate or spindle speed.

1

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

2

Press the [ ] key to move the blinking cursor (" ") to
"CONTINUE," and then press the [ENTER] key.

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Stopping the Cutting Process

In the case that you begin cutting and then find that you have sent the wrong cutting data, perform the following operation.

1

3

Press the [ENTER/PAUSE] key while cutting is in
progress. One cutting step is performed, after which
operation stops. The display changes to show the
following message.

Press the [ ] key to move the blinking cursor (" ") to
"STOP," and then press the [ENTER] key.

2

Use the software to stop data output.

Download Data

Device Name Protocol

PNC-300

Interface

RS-232C

Download data now. Click "CANCEL", then stop to download.

Baud rate : 9600
Data bit : 8
Stop bit : 1
Parity : None
Handshake : Xon/Xoff

OK

CANCEL

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Explanation of the Display Menus

This shows the current position of the tool (in coordinates) and the spindle speed.
The coordinate values indicate the home position as the origin point on the X and Y
axes, and the Z0 point as the origin point on the Z axis. "RPM" is an abbreviations
for "revolutions per minute."
It is possible to move from this menu to submenus for setting the X- and Y-axis
origin point (home position), the Z-axis origin point (Z0), the tool-up position (Z2),
the tool down position (Z1), and the spindle speed.

This sets the X- and Y-axis origin point (home position). Use the arrow keys to
move the tool to the desired location for the home position, and press the [ENTER]
key.
For details, see "Setting the Home Position" on page 10.

This sets the Z-axis origin point (Z0), tool-up position (Z2), and tool down position
(Z1). Move the blinking cursor ("
the tip of the tool to the height to be set, then press the [ENTER] key.
For details, see " 8. Setting the Origin (Home Position and Z0)--Setting the Z0
Position--" or " 10. Setting the Z1 and Z2 Position" .

This sets the spindle speed. Turn the jog handle to set the desired speed.
For details, see "Spindle Motor Revolution Speed" on page 15.

") on the display to "Z0," "Z1," or "Z2," align

This shows the X/Y-axis feed rate and the Z-axis feed rate.
Move the blinking cursor ("

] or [ ] key to set the speed, and press the [ENTER] key.

the [
For details, see " 9. Cutting Condition Setting--Feeding Speed--".

"BUFFER-CLEAR"
This deletes any cutting data stored in the data buffer.

"REPEAT"
This loads cutting data that is stored in the data buffer and performs cutting. This
makes it possible to cut multiple copies of the same shape.
"REPEAT" is displayed only when the data buffer has been expanded to 1 MB.
For details, see "Operating Each Function --Performing Repeat Cutting--".

"SENSOR OFF"
This switches on a Z0 sensor connected to the PNC-300. "SENSOR ON" is
displayed when the Z0 sensor is used to set the Z0 point.
For details, see " 8. Setting the Origin (Home Position and Z0)--Setting Z0 with the
Z0 Position Sensor (Included with the Unit)--" .

"OTHERS"
This switches to the submenu for setting communication parameters when a serial
connection is used.

") on the display to "XY-SPEED" or "Z-SPEED" use

The submenus for "OTHERS"
are described on the following
page.

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"REVOLUTION"
Default : ON
When set to "OFF," cutting can be performed without rotating the spindle.

"OVER_AREA"
Default : CONTINUE
This selects the action when the tool returns from a coordinate outside the cutting
range to a coordinate inside the range. (The tool cannot actually be moved outside
the cutting range, but the PNC-300's internal processing handles this as if it had.)
"CONTINUE" : Operation is not paused upon return to the cutting range. Cutting

continues without interruption.

"PAUSE" : Operation is paused when the tool returns to the cutting range.

"RESOLUTION"
Default : 0.01 mm/step
This selects the unit used for coordinates. Either 0.01 mm/step or 0.025 mm/step
can be selected.

"Z0_MEMORY"
Default : OFF
This toggles the Z0 point memory function on or off. When set to "ON," the Z0
point remains in memory even after the power is switched off.

"SENSE_HEIGHT"
Default : 8.00 mm/step
The thickness of the Z0 sensor can vary slightly due to conditions of temperature or
humidity. This allows the sensor thickness to be adjusted to match actual thickness.

"SMOOTH"
Default : TYPE2
Smoothing is a function for cutting smooth arcs and circles. This selects the type of
smoothing. Smoothing can also be switched off.
When shipped from the factory, the PNC-300 is set for "TYPE 2" smoothing. If
arcs cannot be cut well using this setting, try changing it to "TYPE 1" or to "OFF."

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"COMMAND"
Default : AUTO
This selects the instruction system for data sent from the computer. When set to
"AUTO," the instruction system is determined automatically. If automatic determina­tion is not made correctly, find out what instruction system the application software
(or driver software) uses for data that is sent, and change this setting to "MODE1" or
"MODE2." refer to the manual for the software to determine the instruction system
of sent data.

"I/O"
Default : AUTO
This sets the type of interface connected to the computer. When set to "AUTO," the
interface type (parallel or serial) is determined automatically. However, serial
communication parameters (baud rate, parity checking, stop bit, data bit, and
handshaking settings) are not determined and must be set.

"STOP"
Default : 1
This sets the number of stop bits when using a serial connection. Either 1 bit or 2
bits can be selected.

"DATA"
Default : 8
This sets the data bit length when using a serial connection. A length of either 7 bits
or 8 bits can be selected.

"PARITY"
Default : NONE
This makes the setting for parity checking when using a serial connection. The
available selections are no parity ("NONE"), even parity ("EVEN"), and odd parity
("ODD").

"BAUDRATE"
Default : 9600
This sets the baud rate when using a serial connection. The available selections are
9600, 4800, and 2400 bps.

"HANDSHAKE"
Default : HARDWIRE
This sets the handshaking mode when using a serial connection. Either hardwire
handshaking or Xon/Xoff control can be selected.

This shows the rotation time of the spindle. The spindle rotation time cannot be
returned to "0" (zero).
For details, see "Maintenance --Display of Spindle Rotation Time--" .

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Maintenance

NOTICE

When cleaning the PNC-300, make sure that the main unit's power OFF.

Cleaning the Main Unit

When the main unit becomes dirty, use a dry cloth to wipe it.

Cleaning After Operation

After cutting work is completed, use a vacuum cleaner to clean the PNC-300
main unit and the surrounding area of cutting dust. Be especially careful to
remove the cutting waste from around the pleated part of the bellows cover. If
necessary, move the XY table to the front and rear, and clean the entire cover.
Except when moving the XY table, carry out all cleaning work with the PNC­300's power OFF.

NOTICE

Do not use a compressed air for such cleaning. Cutting chips in the air
may attach to a portion of the machine and cause malfunctions or
breakdowns.

Replacing the Motor Brushes

The brushes for the spindle motor should be replaced periodically. As a general guide, replacement after every 1,000 hours of spindle rotation
is suggested. For an explanation of how to check the spindle rotation time, see "Display of Spindle Rotation Time".

1

Turn the power OFF.

2

Loosen the screws under the head and remove the
spindle cover.

Loosen the screw
by hand

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3

Use a commercially available flathead screwdriver to
remove the right and left brush covers.

Remove the brush
cover on the opposite
side as well.

Remove the old motor brush and replace with a new
one.

4

Motor brush

Reattach the brush covers.

5

Attach the brush
cover on the opposite
side as well.

Included with the PNC-300 are two motor brushes (one set) which can be used the first time the motor brushes are replaced. Contact Roland
DG Corp. when replacing for the second time or after.

The above three cleaning operations are the only maintenance procedures that the customer needs to perform. Oil
supply and other maintenance are not required.

Checking the Spindle Motor

6

Reattach the spindle cover.

Operate the spindle motor alone, with no tool installed or material loaded. If the rotation speed is uneven or marked noise is produced, be
sure to contact a service technician.

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Display of Spindle Rotation Time

The PNC-300 has a function for the displaying the total rotation time of the spindle. The service life of the unit can be extended by carrying out
periodic inspection. As a general guide, this inspection should be performed after every 500 hours of use.

1

3

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

Press the [MENU] key to make the following screen
appear on the display.

Check the total rotation

time of the spindle.

Press the [ ] key to move the blinking cursor (" ") to
"OTHERS," and then press the [ENTER] key.

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Recommended Service Checking

The PNC-300 is a precision machine. In order to maintain it safely for operation over the long term, we recommend that it should be checked
by a qualified serviceman. There is a charge for this service. Please take note of this in advance.

Maintenance to Be Performed by a Service Technician

- Inspection and maintenance at every 500 hours of spindle rotation time (refer to “Display of Spindle Rotation Time”)

- Checking and adjustment of the spindle belt

- Replacement of consumable parts (spindle belt, spindle motor, and spindle unit)

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Troubleshooting

When the PNC-300 does not work...

Is the cover open?

Is operation paused?

Do the PNC-300's connection parameter
settings match the settings for the computer?

Is the power for the PNC-300 switched on?
Has the connection cable come loose?

Is the correct connection cable being used?

Is the correct output device set for the applica­tion or driver software?

When the spindle does not rotate ...

Is "REVOLUTION" set to "OFF?"

The PNC-300 will not operate when the cover is open. Close
the cover and try again.

Cancel the paused state. For details, see "Canceling the Paused
State to Resume Cutting".

Refer to "Setting the Connection Parameters" to make the
correct settings.

Make sure the PNC-300 is powered up.
Make sure the connection cable is plugged in securely with no
looseness at either end.

The type of connection cable varies according to the computer
being used. Also, some application software requires the use of
a special cable. Make sure the correct cable is being used.

Refer to the manual for the application or driver software to set
the output device correctly.

If "REVOLUTION" is set to "OFF," the spindle will cut without
rotating.
Refer to " Explanation of the Display Menus" and change the
setting for "REVOLUTION" to "ON."

The power does not come on...

Is the EMERGENCY STOP switch set to
STOP ( )?

Has the power cord come loose?

If the EMERGENCY STOP switch has been depressed, the
power will not come on when the power switch is turned on.
Refer to " 2. Part Names and Functions" to set the EMER­GENCY STOP switch to RELEASE ( ).

Make sure the power cord is plugged in securely with no
looseness at either end.

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Error Messages

An error message will appear if incoming data has any of the errors listed in table. Since the error is shown in the display for informational
purposes, the data transfer continues and you are allowed to perform the next operation.
To get the error message to go away, press the [MENU] key.
Note that even though the error message is no longer displayed after you press the [MENU] key, the PNC-300 will retain in memory the fact
that the error occurred. To clear the error internally, you can give the default instruction, IN; or the error code output instruction, OE. (The
error can be cleared by turning the power off.)

Error message Meaning

Appears if an instruction that the PNC-300 cannot interpret is sent. This error is generated if an
instruction from the "mode2" set is sent when the unit has been set to recognize "mode1," or
viceversa. Change the setting for the recognized instruction set, using the control panel, and
this error should no longer occur.

Appears if the number of parameters differs from the permissible number.

Appears if the value specified for a parameter is out of the permissible range.

Appears if an unusable character is specified.

Appears if an output instruction is sent from the computer during execution of a previous output
instruction. More precisely, there is a certain amount of delay between the moment an output
instruction is given and the instant actual output begins. This error message appears if the new
output request arrives during this delay time. (The delay time can be set using the [ESC].M
instruction.)

Appears if a device control instruction that the PNC-300 cannot interpret is sent.

Appears if an invalid parameter has been specified for a device control instruction.

Appears if the value for a device control instruction parameter exceeds the permissible limit.

Appears if the number of parameters for a device control instruction is more than that permis­sible.

Appears if a framing error, parity error, or overrun error occurs at the time of data reception.
(There is a problem with one of these settings: Baud Rate, Parity, Stop Bits, or Data Bits. The
protocol settings for the PNC-300 must be made correctly in order to match the settings your
computer is set to use.)

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Appears if the I/O buffer has overflowed. (There is a problem with the connecting cable, or the
settings for Handshaking. Make sure you are using a cable appropriate for the computer being
used. Also, check that the setting for Handshaking is correct.)

Appears if a communication error other than "Err10" through "Err16", one uninterpretable
by the PNC-300, occurs during data communications.

Other Messages

Besides error messages related to commands or communication parameters, the following messages may also appear on the display.

Message Meaning

This message appears if repeat cutting is attempted when the cutting data exceeds 1 MB. The
data cannot all fit in the PNC-300's data buffer, so repeat cutting cannot be performed. The
display can be cleared by pressing the [MENU] key.

This message appears if cutting is attempted while the cover is open. The display can be
cleared by pressing the [MENU] key.

This message appears if repeat cutting is attempted when the data buffer is empty. Send cutting
data before performing repeat cutting. The display can be cleared by pressing the [MENU] key.

The PNC-300 stops automatically if an excessive load is placed on the spindle during cutting. The
message shown at right appears at this time. The overload may be due to excessive hardness of the
material, an excessive amount of cutting, or a feed rate that is too fast. Investigate the problem and
eliminate the cause of the overload.
The error can be cancelled by switching the power to the unit off and then on again.

If the cover is opened during cutting, an emergency stop is performed and this message appears.
All cutting data stored in the PNC-300 is deleted, and cutting cannot be continued.
If this message appears, stop sending data from the computer. Switch the power off and back
on again to cancel the error.

This message appears if the connector terminal for the Z0 sensor starts to come loose from the
unit.
The message disappears and the error is canceled by completely detaching the Z0 sensor
terminal from the unit, or by inserting the terminal securely to obtain a stable connection.

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List of CAMM-GL I Instructions

* 2 : 0—+(226-1)

* 3 : -(226-1)°—+(226-1)°

* 1 : -(226-1)—+(226-1)

A "CAMM-GL I Programmer's Manual" is available for separate purchase for those wishing to create their own programs for this
machine. For further information, please contact the nearest Roland DG Corp. dealer or distributor.

mode1

Instruction Com. Format Parameter Range [Default]

@ Input Z1 & Z2 O @ Z1, Z2 Z1 Position on Z1 -12000—0 [0]

H Home O H None

D Draw O D x1, y1, x2, y2, ...... , xn, yn xn, yn Absolute coordinate * 1

M Move O M x1, y1, x2, y2, ...... , xn, yn xn, yn Absolute coordinate * 1

I Relative Draw O I ∆x1, ∆y1, ∆x2, ∆y2, ...... , ∆xn, ∆yn ∆xn, ∆yn Relative coordinate * 1

R Relative Move O R ∆x1, ∆y1, ∆x2, ∆y2, ...... , ∆xn, ∆yn ∆xn, ∆yn Relative coordinate * 1

L Line Type O L p p Line pattern -5—+5 [Solid line]
B Line Scale O B l l Pitch length * 2 [1.5% of (P2-P1)]
X Axis O X p, q, r p Coordinate axis 0, 1

P Print O P c1c2......cn cn Character string

S Alpha Scale O S n n Character size 0—127 [3]
Q Alpha Rotate O Q n n Rotation angle 0—3 [0]
N Mark O N n n Number of special symbol 1—15
U User O U n n 1 or 2 [1]
C Circle O C x, y, r, Ø1, Ø2 (, Ød) x, y Center coordinate * 1

E Relative Circle O E r, Ø1, Ø2 (, Ød) r Radius * 1

A Circle Center O A x, y x, y Center coordinate * 1 [x=0, y=0]
G A + Circle O G r, Ø1, Ø2 (, Ød) r Radius * 1

KA + % O K n, l1, l2 n Angle of segment line * 1

T Hatching O T n, x, y, d, t n Hatching pattern 0—3

Y Curve O Y m, x1, y1, x2, y2, ...... , xn, yn m 0—3

_ Relative Curve O _ m, ∆x1, ∆y1, ∆x2, ∆y2, ...... , ∆xn, ∆yn m Open or closed curve 0—1

V Velocity Z-axis O V f f Feed rate for Z axis 0—30 [mm/sec] [2 [mm/sec]]
F Velocity X,Y-axis O F f f Feed rate for X and Y axis 0—60 [mm/sec] [2 [mm/sec]]

Z XYZ Axis O Z x1, y1, z1, ..... , xn, yn, zn xn, yn XY coordinate * 1

Simultaneous Feed zn Z coordinate * 1
O Output Coordinate O O None
W Dwell O W t t Dwell time 0—32767 [msec] [0 [msec]]

! O ! n n Turns or stops the spindle motor -32767—+32767 [0 ]

^ Call mode2 O ^ [mode2] [parameter] ...... [parameter] [;]

Z2 Position on Z2 0—+12000 [0]

q Tick interval * 1

r Repeat number 1—32767

r Radius * 1

Ø1 Start angle * 3
Ø2 Completion angle * 3
Ød Resolution * 3 [5°]

Ø1 Start angle * 3
Ø2 Completion angle * 3
Ød Resolution * 3 [5°]

Ø1 Start angle * 3
Ø2 Completion angle * 3
Ød Resolution * 3 [5°]

l1 Length to end of segment line * 1

Length to beginning of segment

l2

line

x, y Length of rectangle side * 1

d Intervals between hatching lines * 1

t Hatching angle 1—4

xn, yn Absolute coordinate * 1

∆xn, ∆yn Relative coordinate * 1

* 1

mode2

Instruction Com. Format Parameter Range [Default]

AA Arc Absolute O AA x, y, Øc (, Ød); x, y Center coordinate * 1

Øc Center angle * 3
Ød Chord tolerance * 1 [5°]

AR Arc Relative O AA ∆x, ∆y, Øc (, Ød); ∆x, ∆y Center coordinate * 1

Øc Center angle * 3

CA Alternate Character O CA n; n Character set No. 0—4, 6—9, 30—39 [0]

Set CA

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Ød Chord tolerance * 1 [5°]

mode2

Instruction Com. Format Parameter Range [Default]

CI Circle O CI r (, Ød) ; r Radius * 1

CP Character Plot O CP nx, ny ;

CP ; * 1

CS Standard Character Set O CS n; n Character set No. 0—4, 6—9, 30—39 [0]

CS ;

DF Default O DF ; None

DI Absolute Direction O DI run, rise ; run X-axis direction vector -128—+128 [1]

DI ; rise Y-axis direction vector -128—+128 [0]

DR Relative Direction O DR run, rise ; run X-axis direction vector -128—+128 [1]

DR ; rise Y-axis direction vector -128—+128 [0]
DT Defined Label Terminator O DT t ; t Label terminator [ [ETX] (03h) ]
EA Edge Rectangle Absolute O EA x, y ; x, y Absolute coordinates of rectangle * 1
ER Edge Rectangle Relative O ER ∆x, ∆y ; ∆x, ∆y Relative coordinates of rectangle * 1
EW Edge Wedge O EW r, Ø1, Øc (, Ød) ; r Radius * 1

FT Fill Type O FT n (, d (,Ø)) ; n Pattern 1—5 [1]

FT ; d Spacing * 2 [1% of (P2x-P1x)]

IM Input Mask O IM e ; e Error mask value 0—255 [223]

IM ;

IN Initialize O IN ; None
IP Input P1 & P2 O IP P1x, P1y (, P2x, P2y) ; P1x, P1y XY coordinates of P1 * 1

IW Input Window O IW LLx, LLy, URx, URy ; LLx, LLy Lower left coordinates * 1

LB Label O LB c1c2.....cn [label terminator] cn Character string

LT Line Type O LT n (, l) ; n Pattern number 0—6 [Solid line]

LT ; l 1 pitch length * 2 [%] [1.5 % of (P2-P1)]
OA Output Actual Position O OA ; None
OC Output Commanded Position O OC ; None
OE Output Error O OE ; None
OF Output Factor O OF ; None
OH Output Hard-Clip Limits O OH ; None

OI Output Identification O OI ; None
OO Output Option Parameter O OO ; None
OP Output P1 & P2 O OP ; None
OS Output Status O OS ; None
OW Output Window O OW ; None

PA Plot Absolute O PA x1, y1 (, x2, y2......., xn, yn) ; xn, yn Absolute XY coordinates * 1

PA ;

PD Pen Down O PD x1, y1 (, x2, y2......., xn, yn) ; xn, yn XY coordinates * 1

PD ;

PR Plot Relative O PR ∆x1, ∆y1 (, ∆x2, ∆y2......., ∆xn, ∆yn) ; ∆xn,∆yn Relative XY coordinates * 1

PR ;

PT Pen Thickness O PT d ; d Tool width (diameter) 0—5 [mm] [ 0.3 [mm] ]

PT ;

PU Pen Up O PU x1, y1 (, x2, y2......., xn, yn) ; xn, yn XY coordinates * 1

PU ;
RA Shade Rectangle Absolute O RA x, y ; x, y Absolute coordinates of rectangle * 1
RR Shade Rectangle Relative O RR ∆x,∆y ; ∆x,∆y Relative coordinates of rectangle * 1
SA Select Alternate Set O SA ; None

SC Scaling O SC Xmin, Xmax, Ymin, Ymax ; Xmin, Ymin User XY coordinates of P1 * 1

SC ; Xmax, Ymax User XY coordinates of P2 * 1

SI Absolute Character Size O SI w. h ; w Character width -30—+30 [cm] [0.19 [cm]]

SI ; h Character height -30—+30 [cm] [0.27 [cm]]

SL Character Slant O SL tanØ;tanØ Character slant * 1 [0]

SL ;
SM Symbol Mode O SM s ; s Character or symbol 21h—3A, 3C—7E

SM ; [Clears symbol mode]

SR Relative Character Size O SR w, h ; w Character width -128—+128 [%] [0.75 [%]]

SR ; h Character height -128—+128 [%] [1.5 [%]]

SS Select Standard O SS ;
TL Tick Length O TL lp (, ln) ; lp Tick length in positive direction -128—+128 [%] [0.5 [%]]

TL ; ln Tick length in negative direction -128—+128 [%] [0.5 [%]]
UC User Defined Character O UC (c,) ∆x1, ∆y1 (,(c,) ∆x2, ∆y2...∆xn, ∆yn) ; c Tool control value —-99, +99—

UC ; ∆xn,∆yn Units of movement -99<∆xn, ∆yn<+99
VS Velocity Select O VS s ; s Feed rate for X and Y axis 0—60 [mm/sec] [2 [mm/sec]]

VS ;
WG Shade Wedge O WG r, Ø1, Øc (, Ød) ; r Radius * 1

XT X-Tick O XT ; None
YT Y-Tick O YT ; None

Ød Chord tolerance * 3 [5°]

nx, ny

P2x, P2y XY coordinates of P2 * 1

URx, URy Upper right coordinates * 1

Number of character in X or Y-axis
direction

Ø1 Start angle * 3
Øc Center angle * 3
Ød Chord tolerance * 3 [5°]

Ø Angle * 3 [0°]

Ø1 Start angle * 3
Øc Center angle * 3
Ød Chord tolerance * 3 [5°]

* 1

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mode1, mode2 common instruction

Instruction Com. Format Parameter Range [Default]

!DW Dwell O !DW t [terminator] t Dwell time 0—32767 [0]

!IO Input Home Position O !IO x, y [terminator] x, y Coordinates of home position * 1

!MC Motor Control O !MC n [terminator] n Motor ON/OFF switching -32768—32767 [motor ON]

!MC [terminator]
!NR Not Ready O !NR [terminator] None
!OZ Output Z-coordinate O !OZ [terminator] None

!PZ Set Z1&Z2 O !PZ z1 (, z2) [terminator] z1 Z1 coordinates -12000—0 [0]

!RC Revolution Control O !RC n [terminator] n Spindle motor revolution speed 0—15

!VZ Velocity select Z-axis O !VZ s [terminator] s Feed rate (Z axis) 0—30 [mm/sec] [2 [mm/sec]]
!ZM XYZ Axis O !ZM z [terminator] z Z coordinate -12000—0

Simultaneous Feed

!ZO Set Z0 O !ZO z [terminator] z Z machine coordinate -12000—0

!ZZ Z O !ZZ x1, y1, z1, ...... , xn, yn, zn [terminator] xn, yn XY coordinate * 1

(designate by machine coordinate)

z2 Z2 coordinates 0—12000 [0]

[Value set by using panel keys]

zn Z coordinate * 1

* 1 : -(226-1)—+(226-1)

* 2 : 0—+(226-1)

* 3 : -(226-1)°—+(226-1)°

Device Control Instructions

The Device Control instructions determine how communication between the PNC-300 and the computer will be handled using the RS­232C interface; and also are employed when relaying to the computer the status of the PNC-300. Some of them can be used to format
the output for CAMM-GL I instructions.
A Device Control instruction is composed of three characters: ESC (1Bh), a ".", and an uppercase letter. There are also two types of
device control instructions: one carries parameters and the other does not.
Parameters can be omitted. Semicolons, " ; " are used as separators between parameters. A semicolon without parameters means that
parameters have been omitted. Device Control instructions with parameters require a terminator to indicate the conclusion of the
instruction. A colon " : " is used as the terminator, and it must not be omitted.
No terminator is necessary for Device Control instructions without parameters.

Instruction Format Parameter Range ([ ] is default) Explanation

Handshake Instructions
ESC .B [ESC].B: None Outputs the current remaining buffer capacity. Returns

Output Remaining
Buffer Capacity

ESC .M [ESC].M<P1>;<P2>;<P3>
Set Handshake Output
Specifications (1)

ESC .N [ESC].N<P1>;<P2>;<P3>; P1 : Intercharacter delay data

Specifications (2)

ESC .H [ESC].H<P1>;<P2>; P1 : The number of bytes for
Sets ENQ/ACK
Handshake Mode1

;<P4>;<P5>;<P6>:

• • • • ;<P11>:

<P3>; • • • • ;<P12>:

P1 : Delay time 0—32767(msec) [0(msec)] Sets handshake output specifications.
P2 : Output trigger character [0(Sets nothing)]
P3 : Echo terminator [0(Sets nothing)]
P4 : Output terminator [13([CR])] Note:When you specify some values to <P4> and <P5>,
P5 : Output terminator [0(Sets nothing)]
P6 : Output initiator [0(Sets nothing)]

block
P2—P11 [All 0(Sets nothing)]
: Xoff character (for Xon/Xoff)
Immediate response character
(for ENQ/ACK)

data block
P2 : ENQ character [0(Sets nothing)]
P3—12 : ACK character (only
when <P2> is set)

0—32767(msec) [0(msec)] Sets an intercharacter delay, and also an Xoff character

0—15358(byte) [80(byte)] When receiving the ENQ character set by <P2>, com-

[All 0(Sets nothing)]

the login buffer size to the host computer until
remaining capacity becomes below the logic buffer size
set by the parameter <P1> of the [ESC].@ instruction.

always set 0 to <P6>. When you specify Sets an
interchara-cter delay, and also an Xoff chara-

for performing the Xon/Xoff handshake.Set Handshake Output

pares the value set by <P1> and the remaining buffer
capacity, and returns the ACK character to the host
computer when the remaining buffer capacity is larger.
The [ESC].H with no parameter performs a dummy
handshake.

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Instruction Format Parameter Range ([ ] is default) Explanation

ESC .I [ESC].I<P1>;<P2>; P1 : Limit of the remaining 0—15358(byte) [80(byte)] Used for performing the Xon/Xoff handshake and the

Handshake and ENQ/
ACK Handshake
Mode2

<P3> ;••••••••;<P12>: buffer capacity (for Xon/Xoff)

The number of data block The [ESC].I instruction with no parameter performs a
bytes (for ENQ/ACK (mode2))
P2 : ENQ character [0 (Set nothing)]
(for ENQ/ACK (mode2))
:0 (for Xon/Xoff)

ENQ/ACK handshake mode 2. Set Xon/Xoff

dummy handshake. In a dummy handshake, always
returns the ACK character to the host computer,
regardless of the remaining buffer capacity, when

receiving the ENQ character.
P3—P12 [All 0 (Set nothing)]
: Xon character (for Xon/Xoff)
ACK character
(for ENQ/ACK (mode2))

ESC .@ [ESC].@<P1>;<P2>: P1 : Physical I/O buffer 0—1024 [1024] <P1> sets the I/O logic buffer device. 1024 will be set

Set Physical I/O Buffer
and DTR control

P2 : DTR signal control 0—255 [1]

even if a larger number is designated. If <P2> is even

value, the DTR signal will always be HIGH, and

hardwire handshaking is not performed. If <P2> is odd

value, hardwire handshaking is performed.

Status Instruction
ESC .O [ESC].O: None Outputs the value that represents the status of buffer and

pause. This value is shown in the table below. Output Status Word

Code Status of buffer and pause

0 Buffer contains data.

8 Buffer empty.
16 Buffer contains data. PNC-300 paused.
24 Buffer empty. PNC-300 paused.

ESC .E [ESC].E None Outputs an error code related to RS-232C interface (see
Output RS-232C Error
Code

the table below), and clears the error simultaneously. At
the same time, the error being displayed is canceled.

Error code Meaning

0 No I/O errors

During an output instruction being
executed, another output instruction is

10

sent (only the current instruction is
effective)
An error occurs in a device control

11

instruction.
Incorrect parameters are set to a device

12

control instruction (the default value is
set to the erroneous parameter)

13 Parameters are overflowing

The number of the parameters set is

14

more than specified or a colon ':' was not
used to terminate
Framing error, parity error or over-run

15

error at the time of data receipt

16 The I/O buffer overflows

ESC .L [ESC].L None Outputs the current logic size of the I/O buffer. Note
Output I/O buffer size

that the output is done only when the I/O buffer is
empty.

Abort Instruction
ESC .J [ESC].J None Aborts both the currently executed device control

instruction and output. Abort Device Cotrol
Instruction
ESC .K [ESC].K None After executing only the current CAMM-GLI

instruction, clears the data buffer. Abort CAMM-GLI
Instruction
ESC .R [ESC].R None Initializes all settings established by the device control

instructions. Initialize Device
Control Instruction

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Display Menus Flowchart

POWER ON

Switch on the power while holding
down the [MENU] key

Use or to select

the language used for the display,

then press

to go to (1)Press

(2)

Use to move the "*" to "X" or "Y,"

then press

Use to move the "*" to "Z,"

then press

Use to move the "*" to "??00RPM,"

then press

* "REPEAT" is displayed
only when the buffer size
has been expanded.

Use or to move

the blinking cursor to "OTHERS,"

then press

For I/O, select "PARALLEL"
then press

Choose "PARALLEL" for I/O
then press

to go to (2)

(1)

For I/O, select "SERIAL" or
"AUTO" then press

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Press

to go to (2)

Menu Flowchart When Paused

Press the [ENTER/PAUSE] key
while cutting is in progress.

COVER OPENED

COVER CLOSED

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Specifications

• Hardware Specification

• Hardware Specification

PNC-300

XY table size 320 mm x 120 mm (12-9/16" x 4-11/16")
Max. cutting area 120 mm (X) x 100 mm (Y) x 120 mm (Z) (4-11/16" (X) x 3-7/8" (Y) x 4-11/16" (Z))

Software resolution 0.01 mm/step (0.00039") or 0.025 mm/step (0.00098")

Mechanical resolution X, Y-axis : 0.00125 mm/step (micro-step control) Z-axis : 0.01 mm/step

Feed rate X, Y-axis : Max. 3.6 m/min. (11' 9-3/4"/min.) Z-axis : Max. 1.8 m/min. (5' 10-7/8"/min.)

Minimum rate : 0.03 m/min. (1-3/16"/min.)

Spindle motor 26 W (DC motor)
Revolution speed 3000—8000 rpm (variable manually or via instruction)
Tool chuck Collet system
Interface Parallel (in compliance with the specification of Centronics)

Serial (under RS-232C standard)

Buffer size 1 KB (expandable up to 1 MB)

Instruction system CAMM-GL I (mode1, mode2)

Control keys Z0, Z1, Z2, HOME, ENTER/PAUSE, MENU, SPINDLE TEST ON/OFF

VIEW, , , , , +Z, -Z, JOG/SPINDLE CONTROL, JOG HANDLE

EMERGENCY STOP switch

Source 1.7 A / 117 V 1.0 A / 220—230 V 0.9 A / 240 V

Acoustic noise level Cutting mode : under 60 dB (A) Stanby mode : under 55 dB (A)

(According to ISO 7779)

External dimensions

Weight 36 kg (79.4 lb.)
Operation
temperature

Operation humidity 35 %—80 % (no condensation)

Accessories ø6 collet chuck, collet cap (these are installed on the unit), straight end mill (ø6), workpiece

• Hardware Specification

• Interface Specification

[ Parallel ]
Standard In compliance with the specification of Centronics
Input signal STROBE(1BIT), DATA(8BIT)
Output signal BUSY(1BIT), ACK(1BIT)
I/O signal level TTL level

Transmission method Asynchronous

[ Serial ]
Standard RS-232C specification

496 mm (W) x 454 mm (H) x 528 mm (D) (height is 791 mm (31-3/16") when cover is

open)

(19-9/16" (W) x 17-7/8" (H) x 20-13/16" (D))

5—40°C (41—104°F)

Z0 position sensor, motor brushes : 2, wrenches : 3 (10 mm, 19 mm, 24 mm each)

machine vice, power cord, user's manual, Roland Software Package CD-ROM

Transmission method Asynchronous, duplex data transmission

Transmission speed 2400, 4800, 9600 (Selected using panel keys.)

Parity check Odd, Even, None (Selected using panel keys.)
Data bits 7 or 8 bits (Selected using panel keys.)
Stop bits 1 or 2 bits (Selected using panel keys.)

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Parallel connector (in compliance with

specifications of Centronics)

Serial connector (RS-232C)

Signal

number

Terminal

number

Signal

number

NC 36 18 HIGH**

HIGH* 35 17 GND

NC 34 16 GND

GND 33 15 NC

HIGH* 32 14 NC

NC 31 13 HIGH*

30 12 GND
29 11 BUSY
28 10 ACK

27 9 D7
26 8 D6

GND

25 7 D5
24 6 D4

23 5 D3
22 4 D2

21 3 D1
20 2 D0
19 1 STROBE

Pin Connection

1

18

Ω

3.3K

=

*

Ω

100

=

**

+5V

+5V

19

36

Signal

number

Terminal

number

number

NC 25 13 NC
NC 24 12 NC
NC 23 11 NC

NC 22 10 NC
NC 21 9 NC

DTR 20 8 NC

NC 19 7 SG
NC 18 6 DSR
NC 17 5 CTS

NC 16 4 RTS
NC 15 3 RXD
NC 14 2 TXD

1FG

Signal

Pin Connection

1

13

14

25

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Index

“0.01 mm” ............................................................................. 30

“0.025mm” ............................................................................. 30

<A>

accessories ................................................................................. 1

application software................................................................. 21

arrow key ................................................................................... 3

“AUTO”

- “AUTO” (I/O selection) .................................................... 8, 31

- “AUTO” (COMMAND selection) .................................. 21, 31

<B>

baud rate .............................................................................. 8, 31

“BAUDRATE” ...................................................................... 8, 31

bellows cover ..................................................................... 22, 32

brush adapter ....................................................................... 1, 21

brush cover .............................................................................. 33

buffer clear................................................................... 25, 28, 29

“BUFFER-CLEAR” ................................................................. 29

<C>

CAMM-GL I........................................................ 21, 31, 38—40

CD-ROM ....................................................................... 1, 5, 6, 7

Centronics .................................................................................. 4

chip cleaning................................................................ 21, 22, 32

cleaning ................................................................................... 32

- cleaning the after operation ............................................ 22, 32

- cleaning the main unit .......................................................... 32

collet cap........................................................................ 1, 10, 12

collet chuck................................................................................ 1

- changing the collet chuck ..................................................... 12

“COMMAND” ............................................................................. 31

Compatible Software ................................................................. 6

connection ................................................................................. 5

- computer connection .............................................................. 5

- power cord connection ........................................................... 5

- vacuum cleaner connection .................................................... 5

connection parameter................................................................. 8

“CONTINUE” (pause state) ..................................................... 26

“CONTINUE” (“OVER_AREA”) ............................................. 30

coordinate unit ................................................................... 23, 30

cover .......................................................................................... 2

“COVER OPEN” ..................................................................... 37

crossover serial cable................................................................. 4

cutting area .............................................................................. 23

cutting condition ...................................................................... 17

cutting tool ..........................................................................11, 12

cutting-in amount .................................................................... 17

<D>

“DATA” .................................................................................... 31

data bits ................................................................................ 8, 31

device control instructions................................................. 40, 41

display menus ............................................................ 29—31, 42

display menus flowchart .......................................................... 42

double-sided adhesive tape ...................................................... 10

<E>

EMERGENCY STOP switch .................................................... 2

“EMERGENCY STOP” ............................................................ 37

“English” ............................................................................. 25

ENTER/PAUSE key .................................................................. 3

error messages ......................................................................... 36

“EVEN” .................................................................................... 31

<F>

feed rate ............................................................................. 17, 29

flowchart (display menus) ....................................................... 42

<H>

HANDLE FUNCTION SELECT key ........................... 3, 13, 14

“HANDSHAKE” .................................................................... 8, 31

“HARDWIRE” .......................................................................... 31

head ........................................................................................... 2

Help ........................................................................................... 7

HOME key .......................................................................... 3, 13

home position .......................................................................... 13

<I>

“I/O” .................................................................................. 8, 31

IBM PC ...................................................................................... 4

Installing the Software............................................................... 5

- Installing the Driver ............................................................... 6

<J>

“Japanese” .......................................................................... 24

JOG handle .............................................................. 3, 13, 14, 20

<L>

labels .......................................................................................... v

liquid-crystal display ................................................................. 3

<M>

machine vice .......................................................................... 1, 9

maintenance ............................................................................. 32

material fixing-use block ......................................................... 10

MENU key ................................................................................ 3

mode1 .......................................................................... 21, 31, 38

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<M>

“MODE1” ................................................................................. 31

mode2 .................................................................... 21, 31, 38, 48

“MODE2” ................................................................................. 31

Modem Port ............................................................................... 4

motor brush.......................................................................... 1, 32

<N>

“NONE” .................................................................................... 31

<O>

“ODD” ...................................................................................... 31

Operating environment ........................................................... 5,6

origin ................................................................................. 13, 14

“OTHERS” ............................................................................... 29

“OVER_AREA” ........................................................................ 30

“SPINDLE MOTOR LOCK” .................................................. 37

SPINDLE TEST ON/OFF key ................................................ 37

stop bits ................................................................................ 8, 31

“STOP” .................................................................................... 31

straight end mill ......................................................................... 1

<T>

terminator ................................................................................ 40

“TOO BIG REPEAT DATA” ................................................ 37

tool

- tool attachment ......................................................................11

TOOL DOWN key .................................................................... 3

TOOL UP key ............................................................................ 3

trouble shooting ....................................................................... 35

“TYPE1” ................................................................................. 30

“TYPE2” ................................................................................. 30

<P>

parallel connection..................................................................... 8

parallel connector ...................................................................... 2

part names.................................................................................. 2

“PARALLEL” ............................................................................ 8

parity check ......................................................................... 9, 31

“PARITY” ............................................................................... 31

“PAUSE” ........................................................................... 26, 28

PC compatibles .......................................................................... 4

power connector ........................................................................ 2

power cord ............................................................................. 1, 4

power switch.............................................................................. 2

Printer Port ................................................................................ 4

program ..................................................................................... 5

<R>

rating plate ................................................................................. v

repeat cutting ........................................................................... 25

“REPEAT” ......................................................................... 25, 29

“REPLOT DATA EMPTY” ..................................................... 37

“RESOLUTION” ..................................................................... 30

revolution speed ...................................................................... 18

“REVOLUTION TIME” ................................................... 31, 34

“REVOLUTION” ..................................................................... 30

Roland Software Package CD-ROM ..................................... 1, 5

“RPM” ...................................................................................... 29

RS-232C .................................................................................... 4

<S>

“SENSE_HEIGHT” ................................................................. 30

“SENSOR” ......................................................................... 15, 29

serial connection .................................................................... 4, 8

serial connector.......................................................................... 2

shank ........................................................................................ 12

“SMOOTH” ............................................................................... 30

smoothing ................................................................................ 30

specifications ........................................................................... 44

<V>

vacuum cleaner mounting port .............................................. 2, 4

VIEW key .................................................................................. 3

<W>

Windows ................................................................................ 5, 6

workpiece

- loading a workpiece ............................................................. 10

- secure a workpiece in the machine vice ................................. 9

<X>

“XON/OFF” ............................................................................. 31

XY table ..................................................................................... 2

“XY-SPEED” .................................................................... 17, 29

<Z>

“Z-SPEED” ....................................................................... 17, 29

Z0 key ........................................................................................ 3

Z0 position ....................................................................... 14—16

Z0 position sensor ............................................................... 1, 15

Z0 position sensor jack .............................................................. 2

“Z0” ................................................................................... 14, 30

“Z0_MEMORY” ........................................................................ 30

Z1 key .................................................................................. 3, 20

Z1 position ............................................................................... 20

“Z1” ................................................................................... 20, 29

Z2 key ........................................................................................ 3

Z2 position ............................................................................... 20

“Z2” ................................................................................... 20, 29

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The effective date of this agreement is the date when you open the sealed package
or sealed disk package.

2. Property Copyright and property of this Software, logo, name, manual and all literature
for this Software belong to Roland and its licenser.

The followings are prohibited :

(1) Unauthorized copying the Software or any of its support file, program module

or literature.

(2) Reverse engineering, disassembling, decompiling or any other attempt to

discover the source code of the Software.

3. Bounds of License Roland does not grant you to sub-license, rent, assign or transfer the right granted
under this agreement nor the Software itself (including the accompanying items)
to any third party.
You may not provide use of the Software through time-sharing service and/or
network system to any third party who is not individually licensed to use this
Software.

You may use the Software by one person with using a single computer in which
the Software is installed.

4. Reproduction You may make one copy of the Software only for back-up purpose. The property
of the copied Software belongs to Roland.
You may install the Software into the hard disk of a single computer.

5. Cancellation Roland retains the right to terminate this agreement without notice immediately
when any of followings occurs :
(1) When you violate any article of this agreement.
(2) When you make any serious breach of faith regarding this agreement.

6. Limitations on Liability Roland may change the specifications of this Software or its material without
notice.

Roland shall not be liable for any damage that may caused by the use of the
Software or by exercise of the right licensed by this agreement.

7. Governing Law This agreement is governed by the laws of Japan, and the parties shall submit to
the exclusive jurisdiction of the Japanese Court.

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