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January, I996

INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR THE

VISION 500 COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL

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VISION m-

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41 1 South Ebenezer Road Florence, SC 29501 -0545

@ ESAB Cutting Systems, 1996

This manual is ESA 6 Part Number F 1408 1

This manual is intended for the convenience and use of the cutting machine purchaser. l t is not a contract or other obligation on the part of ESAB.

Printed In U. S.A.

VISION 500 Preface

Preface

The Vision Computer Numerical Control System is a cutting machine CNC manufactured by ATAS GmbH of Seligenstadt, Germany exclusive for ESAB Cutting Systems. The Vision CNC may be used on various machines and may utilize numerous different cutting processes. The Vision CNC is designed for ease of operation, flexibility , and precise control of cutting processes and machine motion.

Part programs for the Vision CNC may be manually entered, programmed off- line, generated from a library of shapes, or digitized from traceable patterns.

There are numerous optional features and components of the Vision CNC system. For completeness, all of these are described in this manual. However, not all options or capabilities described in this manual are present on all machines. In addition, more capabilities and features may be added in the future, which are not covered in this manual. ESAB Cutting Systems reserves the right to change or add features and capabilities without notice.

This manual is divided into two main sections. Section 1 is for use by machine operators for learning the use of the control. Section 2 is for use by maintenance personnel, for use in setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the machine and the control. Before operating the Vision CNC, one should become familiar with section 1 in its entirety, with special attention to parts 1 and 2, which explain the general operating principles of the Vision CNC System.

VISION 500 Operation

SECTION 1:

OPERATION

DATA INPUT MACHINE MOVEMENT RUNNING PROGRAMS CONTROLLING PROCESSES SELECTING STATIONS

VISION 500 Contents

Contents

1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I 1 . 1 The Control Panel of the VISION 500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1.2 LCD Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.3 Functions of the Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2 General Description of Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Symbol Overview 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1 General Symbols 14

3.2 Error Status Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 3.3 Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 3.4 Movement Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 3.5 Servicewindow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 3.6 Timer Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 3.7 Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

3.7.1 Plasma Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 3.7.2 Oxy Fuel Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 3.7.3 Marking Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 3.7.4 Plasma Mark Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

4 Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

5 Datawindow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 5.1 UDL (Up . Download) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 5.2 Floppy Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 5.3 .Computer Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 5.4 Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 5.5 Shape Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 5.6 Program Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

6 Movement Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 6.1 Automatic Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 6.2 Fixed Point Movements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 6.3 Reference Point Movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 6.4 Trace 1 Trace Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

6.4.1 Trace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 6.4.2 Trace Record Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

7 ProcessWindow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 7.1 Plasma Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 7.2 Oxy Fuel Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 7.3 Punch Mark Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 7.4 Plasma Marker Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

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1.1 The Control Panel of the VISION 500

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I l ntroduction

VISION 500 is a numerical control system especially designed for use with mechanized cutting machines. Special effort was made to standardize all operations that must be performed by the operator. The same techniques are used for controlling and monitoring the part program, machine motion, and cutting processes.

The basis of the operating concept is that all control operations are performed by selection of choices from a menu. This, however, is not always sufficient in order to handle an upcoming requirement quickly and efficiently in any situation: searching for the necessary menu branch could take too long. Therefore, "parallel windows" or "concurrent sessions" were introduced as a supplement to the menu system. With these parallel windows it is possible to switch from one operating menu to another with just one keystroke.

A multi-tasking operating system supports the "simultaneous" access to different areas of the CNC. This also allows immediate access to all necessary machine controls. In addition, the system makes sure that only those menu choices are offered which apply in the given situation, without cutting back on the variety of ways to control the cutting process.

One special characteristic of operating the VISION 500 is the use of symbols on the menus instead of text. While the symbols will require some getting used to, in the long run they are easier to remember than abbreviations, and sometimes even easier to remember than explanatory texts which can be more confusing than clarifying because of their restricted length.

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1.1 The Control Panel of the VlSlON 500

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VISION 500 Contents

8 Station Control Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 8.1 Station Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.2 Station Lift Control 150

9 Timer Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Error - Status Display 152

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Index 158


Window and Function Keys

Back

Window Buttons w VISION

Data Input (Service)

Station Select (Station UpIDown)

Menu raye function keys

Extension

The keys to the right of the screen are called window keys. With these keys the operator can switch between the main operating groups "data input", "movement", "process" and "station selection". In combination with "shift", they switch to the windows "service", "timers" and "station upldown". Normally, it is possible to switch between the different windows at any time without completing a task that has already been started. There are a few exceptions, and in those cases an explanatory message is displayed. The functions performed in each of the individual windows will be explained at a later point.

The six function keys at the bottom of the screen are used to navigate through the menu system. This is usually done by selecting a function, and then selecting from among the choices on the following branch menus, until the desired function is achieved.

The function of each key in the current menu is indicated by the symbols in the soft menu above the keys. If the menu item is empty on a certain screen, then the key underneath does not have any function in that screen.

Shiftifunction keys lead to additional, independent service windows. When a different window is selected, the activity in the current window is not affected.

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The backpage key switches back one screen in the sequence of screens. This can be continued up to the basic screen of the current window.

The combination of shiftlbackpage switches back directly to the basic screen of the current window.

If there are more than six functions simultaneously available in one menu, there will be an arrow to the right of the on-screen menu. In this case, the operator can switch between the two function groups with the menu extension key.

LCD Screen

A standard format is followed with the layout of the LCD screen.

The symbol of the current window will always be displayed in the top left corner of the screen.

Along the bottom of the screen is the menu, with symbols that indicate the functions that are currently assigned to the function keys. Empty boxes on the menu indicate that the corresponding function keys not used in that screen.

With every further branch into submenus via one of the function keys, the symbol of the key will be added to the top line of the screen. Thus, it is always easy to see how far the branching of a function has proceeded.

For keys that do not effect further branching but that trigger a command, the status of the function is usually displayed in the menu by showing the symbol either in its original form, or in inverse (highlighted). When a symbol is shown highlighted, it indicates that the function has been turned on. Such symbols are not added to the top line.


1.3 Functions of the Windows

m Data Input: All control of part programs:

- Program input-output - Controlling part program storage - Programming from the shape library - Editing part programs

Service: (SHIFT-Data Input) Functions for servicing the control

- Constant editors - Station parameters - Copying the system floppy - Formatting floppy disks - Speed measurement - Rotational speed measurement

W Movement: All functions for machine movement

- Preparation for program execution - Processing of a program - Manual control - Manual control with the joystick - Reference point movement - Fixed point movements - Trace / Trace Record

Process: All control of the cutting processes:

- Process selection - Process setup - Process control

m Timers: (SHIFT-Process) Adjustment of parameters for the cutting processes:

- Timer adjustments - Values for cutting media

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El Station Selection:

- Turning the cutting stations on and off

Station UplDown: (SHIFT-Station Selection)

- Raising and lowering motorized stations - Adjusting cutting height

lel ErrorlStatus: (ShiftlF6)

a - Error 1 status display


Backspace Enter

- T I I

Character and Number Block

Character block Number block Station UpIDown keys

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Motion Controls

Rapid

J \ -Feed rate

on8 potentiometer

00

\ J

EmergencyStop Stop Start

The motion controls allow for control of machine motion in both manual and automatic modes. Except for the joystick and feed rate potentiometer, they are effective in any situation independent of the active window. The function of the joystick and feed rate potentiometer are dependent on the active window.

The joystick can be used to move the machine in any direction in manual mode or in case of program interruption. Furthermore, both axes can be moved simultaneously in a 45 degree direction. The machine is moved as long as the joystick is being pushed. Releasing the joystick will make the machine come to a standstill.

When performing the reference point movement, the joystick is only used to select a direction of movement. The movement itself is triggered with the start key. Only a short click of the joystick is necessary to select a direction.

In some screens, the joystick and the feed rate potentiometer are used to control movement of the cursor. In those situations, the joystick is used to define the direction of movement via the feed rate potentiometer. The direction depends on the last direction that was given by the joystick. For example, if using the feed rate potentiometer to move the cursor within in a certain line, the joystick has to be pushed to the left or right side first. Turning the feed rate potentiometer to the right, will then move the cursor to the right, turning it to the left will move the cursor to the left. To move the cursor from one line to the next, the joystick has to be pushed up or down first. Turning the feed rate potentiometer to the right will then move the cursor down, turning it to the left will move the cursor up.

The Rapid key is only effective in the manual mode when using the joystick. It is used to toggle between high and low jog speeds. The feed rate potentiometer affects the speed of all movements in both manual and automatic modes.

The operator uses the keys <start> and <stop> keys for controlling automatic program execution.

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- 2 General Description of Screens

The top line on the screen is used to display general information.

The symbols in the top left corner mark main groups and the branching of the menu tree for the active screen.

The symbol at the far left shows which main window is active. This symbol is always shown highlighted.

The symbols to the right of the window symbol display the branches that were used to arrive at the current window.

Whenever branching down in the menu is continued by pressing another key, the symbol of the key will be added to the top line.

The top right corner displays the current speed, the traversing direction, status of the start and stop keys and the error symbol. Which kind of error has occurred is displayed in the error status screen.

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The bottom line of the screen displays the menu, with symbols indicating the current meaning of the function keys (menu keys). An empty box above a key indicates that no function is assigned to that key. The function keys can fulfill two tasks: further branching within the menu tree and triggering of a command.

Whenever a key branches down in the menu tree, the symbol of the key will be added to the top left corner in order to indicate which menu has been selected.

If pressing a function key does not lead to further branching within the menu tree, then the function key triggers a command that leads to a status d

change of a control or machine function. When a symbol is shown highlighted, it means that this function has been turned on.

When a symbol is not highlighted, it means that this function is off.

The description of the menu functions in this manual do not always indicate when a function is an optional item which has to be purchased with the machine in order to be active. In most cases, a function is not shown on a menu if it was not purchased.


Boxes for Information, Selection, Input and Inquiry

Information Boxes display errors and messages. It does not matter which window or which screen is active. If there is a limit switch error, for example, while the editor screen is active in the data window, an information box will be displayed with the message about the limit switch error.

The current menu line above the function keys of the actual picture will be overlaid. Above the F1 key, the symbol for "confirm" is displayed. The remaining five key fields are empty.

Errors and messages have to be confirmed with the F1 key. At the time of confirmation the error message will be cleared. However, if the error occurs again within a certain period of time, the error cause has not been removed. The error message box will not appear again, but the error symbol at the top right corner of the screen will not disappear. The error message will still be displayed in the error status window.

Selection Boxes are displayed for selecting a program. They display a list of available programs. The names of the programs are listed in alphabetic order.

The programs are selected with joystick, feed rate potentiometer or keys with letters and digits. With every letter or digit that is typed, the cursor is moved to the corresponding program.

The current menu line above the function keys of the actual picture is overlaid. Above the F1 key, there is the symbol for "confirm". The program marked by the cursor has been selected. Selection is cancelled by pressing the F6 key.

VISION 500 Screen Descri~tions

Input Boxes are displayed for functions that require a value. For example, for jumping to a block number in the editor, the appropriate block number has to be entered. The input box is then displayed.

Again, the actual menu line of the current picture is overlaid with the symbol for "confirm" above the F1 key and the symbol for "cancel" above the F6 key.

The required data is entered with the letter and digit keys.

Inquiry Boxes are displayed when the operator carries out actions that might cause damage. For example, if the operator presses the backpage key during automatic program processing, the program would be aborted. Such actions have to be confirmed with the inquiry box.

Again, the menu line is overlaid with the symbol for "confirm" above the F1 key and the symbol for "cancel" above the F6 key.

If the F1 key is pressed, the requested action will be executed. With F6 the operator can return to the original status without performing the action.

Letter Line

Since not all letters are available on the control panel keys, a line of letters appears on screen to allow selection from the entire alphabet.

The cursor is positioned on the individual letters of the letter line by means of the feed rate potentiometer. With the return key, the selected character from the letter line is entered into the input field.


Arrangement of This Manual

This manual consists of pages of screen descriptions. Each of these page shows:

- a picture of the screen - the assignment of the function keys for that screen - any possible additional keys

A description of the function keys follows each screen picture, with a reference to a page number indicating on which page of the operating instructions the following screen is described. Therefore, it is easy to follow the operation of the control by leafing to the referenced page in order to see what screen will appear when that function key is pressed.

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Symbol Overview

3 Symbol Overview

3.1 General Symbols The following descriptions are of general symbols that can appear in any window.

Start. This symbol is displayed in the top right corner of the screen when the program start button has been pressed, and the machine is in the start status.

Stop. This symbol is displayed in the top right corner of the screen when the program stop button has been pressed, and the machine is in the stop status.

Error. This symbol is displayed in the top right corner of the screen @ when there is an error. Further information is displayed in the error status window.

Confirm. This symbol is used to prompt the operator to confirm an action or input, before the control continues.

4 Defining a macro. This symbol is displayed in the bottom left corner U O when an operating macro is being defined.

t Macro call. This symbol is displayed in the bottom left corner when a m macro is being executed.

Cancel. For cancelling or quitting a function, for example, of an ng inquiry box.

Save. This symbol appears in an inquiry box. It is displayed after data has been changed. This is a request for confirmation that the changed data should be saved.

Delete. This symbol indicates clearing errors or deleting programs, % depending on which window is active.

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A Y Direction indicator. Indicates the current direction of machine motion via the joystick. The indicator is on every screen in the top right corner.

Standard feed rate. This indicates that the standard speed range is in % effect. When in effect, this indicator appears on every screen in the

top right corner.

Rapid feed rate. This indicates that the Rapid speed has been selected. When in effect, this indicator appears on every screen in the top right corner.

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3.2 Error Status Windows

Error Status window. This symbol is displayed in the top left corner when the error status window is the active window.

Status l nformation window. For switching to the status information window that displays the status of various machine functions and information.

Version Information window. For switching to the version information window that displays the software version and serial numbers of the control.

24 Volt power. This symbol is displayed in the top right corner of the screen when the 24 Volt power has been switched on. The voltage is switched on by pressing the key combination shiftlstart. This symbol will appear flashing if the 24 Volt power has not yet been turned on.

The 24 Volt power may be manually switched off with the key combination shiftlstop. It is also switched off any time the machine's E-Stop string is broken, or the machine power is turned off.

Reference. The letters to the right of this symbol indicate which axis has already been referenced.

Drive Enable X. lndicator for drive enable in the X-axis. If this symbol is not displayed, the drive is not enabled. The machine cannot be operated along the X-axis.

Drive Enable Y. lndicator for drive enable in the Y-axis. If this symbol is not displayed, the machine cannot be operated along the Y- axis.

System Processing Enable. lndicator for System Processing Enable. If this symbol is not displayed, no program codes or key functions will be processed.

Motion Enable. lndicator for motion enable. Motion Enable is set by the machine interface.

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A Y Direction indicator. Indicates the current direction of machine motion via the joystick. The indicator is on every screen in the top right corner.

Standard feed rate. This indicates that the standard speed range is in % effect. When in effect, this indicator appears on every screen in the

top right corner.

Rapid feed rate. This indicates that the Rapid speed has been selected. When in effect, this indicator appears on every screen in the top right corner.


3.2 Error Status Windows

Error Status window. This symbol is displayed in the top left corner when the error status window is the active window.

Status lnformation window. For switching to the status information window that displays the status of various machine functions and information.

Version lnformation window. For switching to the version information window that displays the software version and serial numbers of the control.

24 Volt power. This symbol is displayed in the top right corner of the screen when the 24 Volt power has been switched on. The voltage is switched on by pressing the key combination shiftlstart. This symbol will appear flashing if the 24 Volt power has not yet been turned on.


Reference. The letters to the right of this symbol indicate which axis has already been referenced.






@ Feedhold. Motion is disabled. The machine cannot be operated.

Memory Reset. For clearing and resetting the battery backed up memory.

0 Time. For setting the time kept by the system clock.

Stop time. Highlighted symbol indicates that stop time parameter is 10) active.

Auxiliary function. Highlighted symbol indicates that a process M- lO/Ll code is being executed, such as torch ignition.

Feed rate reduction. Highlighted symbol indicates that feed reduction I%MIPI is active.

Emergency stop. Highlighted symbol indicates that emergency stop is 1[5TOP1) active.

El X-axis Motion blocked. Highlighted symbol indicates that movement of X-axis is blocked.

Y-axis Motion blocked. Highlighted symbol indicates that movement of Y-axis is blocked.

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Data Window

Data window. This symbol is displayed in the top left corner of the screen when the data window is the active window.

Internal memory. This symbol is usually displayed in combination with another symbol. It indicates that the function effects the internal memory (read - write functions).

Input - output. This symbol is usually displayed in combination with % another symbol. It indicates that the function effects an external device. (read - write - selection functions)

Computer Link. For connecting to an external computer for data PC transfer via Computer Link basic RS-232 protocol.

~ U D L UDL. For selecting an external computer for data transfer with UDL protocol.

Floppy disk drive. This symbol is usually displayed in combination with another symbol. It indicates that the function effects the floppy disk drive. (read - write - directory functions).

? Directory. This symbol is displayed only in combination with a device symbol. It displays the directory of all main programs of the corresponding device.

Shape Library. For selecting the generation of main programs from standard shapes.


Editor. For selecting the editor in order to generate and change main -- I 3 programs.

Overwrite 1 insert. Switches between the overwrite and insert mode - * in the editor.

,,,, / Delete line. Deletes the line marked by the cursor in the editor

-, # Search block number. For searching a block number in the editor.

RBC Letter line. For changing a part program line by using the letter line.

Search auxiliary function. Allows searching for an auxiliary function -) -L in the editor .

-L+-% Replace auxiliary function. Allows replacing an auxiliary function in t the editor.

d@ Mark. For marking lines in the editor.

EM Delete block. Deletes marked lines in the editor.

Ecrn Insert block. Inserts a deleted block in the editor --


3.4 Movement Window

Movement window. This symbol is displayed in the top left corner of the screen when the movement window is the active window.

Automatic Mode. For running part programs.

Manual jog. This symbol is displayed in the base menu of the movement window and it indicates that the machine can be operated manually with the joystick.

Standard feed rate. Indicates that the standard feed rate range is in effect.

Rapid feed rate. lndicates that the Rapid feed rate has been selected.

Fixed point movements. For moving to the program zero point or machine fixed points.

Fixed point movement. For moving to machine fixed point 1.

I B Zero point movement. For moving to program zero point.

b Reference point movement. For referencing (homing) the machine.

Recycle last program. For repeating the last program that was run in a the automatic mode.

Sectional Pre-kerf. Calculates the kerf during operation. For running A large programs.


After power failure. For restarting a program that was interrupted 271 because of power failure.

+ Step and Repeat. Accesses the Step and repeat setup window. e

-* X Repetitions. For entering the number of repetitions in the X - ': direction.

-* Y Repetitions. For entering the number of repetitions in the Y - @ ': direction.

1-1 X: X Repetition spacing. For entering the spacing between parts in the X direction. The controller assumes a rectangular container encompassing all extents of the program. The spacing is the distance between the sides of the containers. If the spacing is set to zero, the containers will be located directly next to one another.

1-1 y: Y Repetition spacing. For entering the spacing between parts in the Y direction.

J 1 Plate alignment. For determining both the rotation angle of and the 3 2 zero point of the plate.

Plate alignment. This symbol is displayed during plate alignment. It indicates that the controller is waiting to adopt the location of a point on the right edge at the top of the plate.

Plate alignment. This symbol is displayed during plate alignment. It indicates that the controller is waiting to adopt the location of a point on the right edge at the bottom of the plate.

Plate alignment. This symbol is displayed during plate alignment. It indicates that the controller is waiting to adopt the location of a point f--J on the front edge at the left of the plate.


TracelTrace Record. This symbol is displayed in the base menu of the movement window and indicates that the machine can be operated in the TracePTrace Record mode.

In TraceITrace Record mode it is the symbol for the Trace function.

Trace Record. This function allows a pattern to be traced and recorded as a main program.

Scan lineledge. If the line width of the pattern is more than 1 mm, "edge" mode must be used.

Manual controlltracing. For switching between manual jog mode and tracing mode from within the tracing window.

Turn-in direction. For switching between "trace left" and "trace right".

Searching for pattern. The tracer is searching for the contour.

On pattern. The tracer has found the contour and the scanning of the contour is active.

Pattern Lost. The tracer has lost the contour. Tracer and machine are stopped.

Lead-in type. Switches between "straight" and "circular" lead-in for the program generated by Trace Record mode.

Lead-out type. Switches between "straight" and "circular" lead-in for m d ~ . the program generated by Trace Record mode.

Lead-in lengths. For entering angles and lengths of lead-in and lead- +Ht out for the program generated by Trace Record mode.


=c+= Point-to-point distances. The larger the minimum point-to-point distance, the larger the smallest line section. High speed playback cannot be achieved with small line sections.

0 Completed contour. The Trace Record process has stopped. because the contour is closed.

Zero point adoption. For setting the program zero point for automatic operation.

Return to contour. For returning to the program contour after using Lficm the joystick to jog off contour in automatic mode.

. Program offset. For returning to program execution after the program was interrupted in the automatic mode and was moved to a new location using the joystick. The program will be continued in the new location.

Switch coordinate display. Switches between machine coordinates

1 and program coordinates during automatic operation.

Forwards 1 Reverse. Switches between forward and reverse movement during automatic operation.

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3.5 Service window

Service window. This symbol is displayed in the top left corner of the screen when the service window is the active window.

Constant editor. For editing machine, device, system and MIP constants, and displaying the configuration constants.

Station parameters. For initializing the stations and editing the station parameters.

Speed Measurement. For automatic measurement of the speed of u eachaxis.

Rotational speed measurement. For displaying the actual speed of each axis with an adjustable output voltage.

rn Square wave output. 1 Hz square wave output for drive optimization.

N+N Copy System disk. For making copies of the system floppy disk.

w5 Formatting. For formatting a floppy disk in drive B.

Insert f l o ~ ~ v disk. Reauest for confirmation with the functions that . . - 8+0 create system floppy disks and format floppy disks. Insert a floppy

disk in drive B.


3.6 Timer Window

Process parameters. This symbol is displayed in the top left corner of the screen when the timer window is the active window.

Change timer. This key is pressed to enable changes to the timer @ settings by turning the speed potentiometer.

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3.7 Process Window


Process window. This symbol is displayed in the top left corner of the screen when the process window is the active window.

1 Station. Station numbers from 1 to 6. All available stations are W visible. If the symbol is highlighted, the station has been selected.

r t Master up. For raising all motorized station lifts.

+ Go To Process display.


3.7.1 Plasma Process

Plasma.

Plasma options.

AHC allow.

AHC onloff.

Plasma Start.

Test preflow.

Water table low.

Water table medium.

Water table high.

Manual plasma-punch mark.


3.7.2 Oxy Fuel Process

Oxy Fuel.

Oxy Fuel options.

GAS AHC allow.

GAS AHC onloff.

Cutting Oxygen.

High preheat.

Ignite.

Water table control.

M73 process stop (leave preheats on).

Travel.

M70 process start.

Edge start.


Water table low.

Water table medium.

Water table high. M

Manual punch mark.

M 7 1 M71 process stop (turn off all gases).


3.7.3 Marking Process

Punch.

Punch marking options.

AHC allow.

AHC onloff.

Water table low.

Water table medium.

Water table high.


3.7.4 Plasma Mark Process

Plasma Mark.

Plasma Mark options.

AHC allow.

AHC onloff.

Plasma Mark Start.

Water table low.

Water table medium.

Water table high.

3.8 Station Selection and Movement


Cutting Station. This symbol is displayed in the top left corner of the screen when the station selection or station movement window is the active window.

r1 Station raise and lower. When this symbol is highlighted, the corresponding station can be moved up and down.

1 Station selection. When this symbol is highlighted, the corresponding C11 station has been selected.

VISION 500 Error Messages Page 33

4 Error Messages

The following is a list of all error messages that appear on the Vision control. Text inside pointed brackets "< >" are variable, the actual error message will contain a parameter such as a station number or the letter of an axis. Some of the errors can be corrected by the operator. Other errors that influence the serviceability of the machine should be reported to maintenance immediately.

When an error occurs which is not recognized, or cannot be cleared, it is important to have as much information as possible in order to correct these errors. Be sure to write down the following information regarding the error:

- Error number (displayed right before the error text in round brackets) - Parameter of the error text (such as station number, axis, etc.) - With which function does this error occur? - What is on the screen? - Which data are involved?

(program, parameter such as kerf width, speed, etc)? - Did inconsistencies occur before the error appeared? - Were there any apparent connections between the error occurring and

the operation that was being carried out?

A detailed description of the error makes it easier and faster to eliminate the error.

VISION 500 Page 34 Error Messages

(100) PROGRAM DOES NOT EXIST

A non-existent program has been selected for processing. For example:

Nesting: One of the programs listed in the nest has been erased from memory. Go to nesting and delete the program name from the nest, or replace the missing program in memory.

UDL: There are no programs available on the host computer. No programs can be transferred from the host to the control system.

10: A non-existent program has been selected for transfer. When this error occurs the system floppy disk might be defective, since programs can only be selected from the directory displayed by the control system.

Auto.: A non-existent program has been selected for processing. This can occur during a subroutine call or processing of nest. Check selected program.

(101) ERROR READING PROGRAM <n>

Program file <n> is defective and cannot be read.

If you have tried to read from an optional external drive, insert or check floppy disk in drive.

If the error occurs when accessing the internal memory (system floppy disk), use a copy of the backup disk.

(102) FORMAT ERROR

Error message in program editor

There is a format error in the program line marked by the cursor.

Correct error or exit editor with SHIFTIBACK.

This error can also occur when data is entered in an EIA format although there is no system add-on "EIA Format (DIN 66025)".

If the system add-on "EIA Format (DIN 66025)" does exist, the translation file on the system floppy disk might be defective. Use a backup copy of the system disk in this case.

The translation file of the EIA format is named EIAWDL.BIN.


(1 03) INTERNAL STRUCTURE ERROR

Error during program interpretation. A program line is more than 80 characters long. This line cannot be processed. The program cannot be used.

(104) ERROR IN KERF CALCULATION

Error during kerf calculation. If this error has occurred in a program do not continue using this program. The machine can still be used.

Inform maintenance and have the following data available for error correction.

- program that caused the error

- the kerf width value chosen

- the machine constants

(105) STATION en> REPORTS en>

Only for machines with ATHC stations.

This message only appears if the MIP simulation bit 3 (SYS.KON15) is set. In that case, all messages from the ATHC boards are displayed (only for stations that are logged on).

Station cn> = Station 1 - 16 reports cn> = Message 0 - 15 with the following meaning:

0 Voltage error 1 Collision 2 External station switched off 3 Lower limit switch 4 AFUE error 5 Station constants invalid 6-9 not assigned 10 Guide limit switch tripped 11 Guide limit switch released 12 Upper limit switch tripped 13 Upper limit switch released 14 IHS error1 download error 15 IHS confirmation I download confirmation


(106) 8031 BOOT LOADER NOT AVAILABLE

The control system is equipped with a multiprocessor system. Some of its operating systems are loaded from the system floppy disk.

If this message is displayed one or more system files for the 8031 subsystem are defective or missing.

The control system can no longer be operated. Use a backup copy of the system disk.

The names of the system files for the 8031 subsystem are:

BOOT8031 .HEX NOS8031 .BIN (Machines with ATHC stations) BOS8031 .BIN (ABIMBO version).

(108) FREQUENCY ERROR IN AXlS en>

A frequency error is displayed when there is interference in the connecting lead between the encoders and the control system. This means that the machine is provided with wrong encoder pulses and, thus, with wrong path data.

Possible causes for this interference are:

- cable break or connector not plugged in correctly

- extreme electromagnetic interference (plasma interference)

Check machine grounding and shielding. Try making dry runs to verify that the problem is caused by plasma interference. Contact maintenance.

(109) LOOP ERROR IN AXlS en> AT SPEED

The loop error D is defined as the difference between the target position value and the actual position value. The deviation is constantly monitored.

The maximum deviation Dm,, is defined by the ratio of maximum speed V,,, to control loop amplification LA.

During normal operation, the value of deviation is almost zero, i.e. the machine is located at the position that was calculated beforehand.

If a loop error occurs, it means that the axis drive was not able to reach the target value given by the control system within one control cycle. The value of


the deviation exceeded the maximum deviation.

Possible causes are:

- the velocities measured by the Speed Measurement Test of the axes have been changed .

- the direction of rotation of the encoder has been changed .

- inappropriate data was entered into the machine constants for the control loop amplification.

- the value entered into the machine constant of acceleration time is too small, i.e. the required acceleration is too high.

- the machine ran into an obstacle

- a motor or an encoder has failed.

Check machine constants. If necessary, perform the new Speed Measurement Test again. If the error cannot be corrected, contact ESAB service.

(1 10) CABLE ERROR AXIS <n>

There is a break in the cable between control system and encoder of axis <n>. A cable error is indicated when the connecting lead between encoders and control system has been interrupted.

Possible causes for this interference are:

- cable break or connector not plugged in correctly

- extreme electromagnetic interference (plasma interference)

Inspect the encoder cable for the <n> axis. Contact maintenance.

(1 11) CONSTANTS NOT FOUND

System files are missing on the system floppy disk. Proper functioning of the control system cannot be assured.

Use a backup copy of the system disk.


(1 12) ERROR WRITING <n>

File en> cannot be written on the floppy disk. There is, most probably, a physical defect of the floppy disk which may provide incorrect data when reading central files, such as the machines constants.

(1 13) ERROR LOADING MACHINE PROGRAM

Each control system is equipped with a machine interface program MIP that has been adapted to the machine. It is read from the system floppy disk when the system is started. If this error message is displayed, the machine interface program is missing, the file on the floppy disk defective or the contents of the file invalid. This error message is displayed at system start, when the voltage is turned on and when you try to activate process-related windows (process window, parameter window, station window).


The file with the machine interface program is named MIP45.MIP.

(1 14) SUBSYSTEM MALFUNCTION

The control system is equipped with a multiprocessor system. The 8031 subsystem is responsible for the functionality of the control panel and the bus inputloutput signals. If this message is displayed, the 8031 subsystem is malfunctioning.

The control system can no longer be operated. Contact ESAB service.

Possible causes are problems in reading the files necessary for the subsystem

BOOT8031 .HEX and/or NOS8031 .BIN (machines with ATHC stations) or BOS8031 .BIN (ABIMBO version)

on the system floppy disk. A defective 8031 subsystem board (DIO) may also have caused this error message.


(1 15) MEMORY OVERFLOW

This system error is displayed in the following cases:

- the machine interface program, MIP (MIP41 .MIP), does not fit into the memory. The error message is displayed when the system is started.

lnform our after-sales service.

- the data file ALL.SHP of the standard shapes is too large. The message is displayed when the editor of the standard shape is activated.

Inform our after-sales service.

- the program that is to be edited is too large.

- when using the copy function in the program editor, because the "clipboard" memory uses part of the program memory. The program to be processed is very large.

If possible, do not use the editor's clipboard.

(1 16) DRIVE NOT READY

Message displayed during a read-write operation on the floppy disk. The floppy disk is missing or not inserted correctly into the drive.

Insert floppy disk (correctly).

(1 19) MACHINE STILL RUNNING

This message may be displayed in automatic mode. The desired function will not be executed as long as the machine is still running.

Press STOP and wait for machine standstill.

(121) SYSTEM ERROR IN STANDARD SHAPES

This error occurs only in conjunction with standard shapes.

An error has occurred during evaluation of a standard shape. Possible error causes are:


- Erroneous parenthesized expressions

- Invalid characters within standard shape

- Invalid statements in computational section

- System file ALL.SHP is defective.


(1 22) CONSTANT TOO LONG


A constant (number) exceeds the maximum number of digits. A maximum of 10 digits are admissible. This is caused by a logic error in the program structure of the standard shape.


(1 23) INVALID SYMBOL @

This error .occurs only in conjunction with standard shapes.

The variable declaration of an internal standard shape variable is faulty. This is caused by a logic error in the program structure of the standard shape.


(1 24) INVALID PARAMETER

This error occurs only in conjunction w'lth standard shapes.

The variable declaration of an input variable is faulty. This is caused by a logic error in the program structure of the standard shape.



(125) ERROR IN OFFSET


The offset declaration is incorrect. This is caused by a logic error in the program structure of the standard shape.


(126) ERROR USING #F+


The loop statement "#F+" must not be nested. This is caused by a logic error in the program structure of the standard shape.


(127) INVALID NUMBER OF SIGNS


A geometric statement with a wrong number of signs was found in the standard shape. This is caused by a logic error in the program structure of the standard shape.


(1 28) SMOOTHING ERROR


One of the two lines necessary for smoothing or recessing is missing. This is caused by a logic error in the program structure of the standard shape.


(129) AXES TOO SHORT (WITH #K OR #R)



When smoothing or recessing between two lines, one of the lines is too short or the radius of the smoothedlrecessed section is too large.

Possible causes are:

- Logic error in the standard shape program structure. Have standard shape checked.

- Wrong input values with standard shape evaluation. Evaluate again with corrected input values.

(130) BLANK LINE


A blank line was found in the standard shape. Blank lines are not permissible in standard shapes. This is caused by a logic error in the program structure of the standard shape.

lnform our after-sales service and have standard shape checked.

(131) ERROR IN SKIP FUNCTION


A variable assignment is expected after a skip function. This is caused by a logic error in the program structure of the standard shape.


(1 32) CALCULATION ERROR


This error message is displayed if a calculation error has occurred in mathematical functions (for example, negative root argument SQRT(-5)). Mathematical functions are often used with standard shapes and kerf width calculations. Possible error causes are:

- Logic error in program structure of standard shape.



Evaluate again with smaller input values.

(1 33) PROCESS STILL RUNNING

A download of station constants can only be e pre-selected process has been set.

- Number overflow because input values are too high.

!xecuted if th e basic stat e for the

Press the "Process Off' button.

(1 34) SELECT PROCESS FIRST

After a station setup with the so-called station constants download, it is possible that no processes are pre-selected anymore. If you nevertheless switch to the display of process-dependent parameter values (parameter window), this message will be displayed.

Pre-select process in "process control" (TECH window).

(I 35) ALFE REPORTS ERROR <n>

Only for machines with an ALFE subsystem (Trace Record Equipment).

Apart from the ALFE subsystem faults that are reported explicitly, other messages from the ALFE subsystem are displayed if the servicing mode is active. <n> is a hexadecimal number whose bits each have a different significance. Only the following bits are assigned:

xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxl 0001 RAM fault. The power-on self-test by the ALFE subsystem has discovered a memory error. The ALFE subsystem is no longer functioning reliably. LFE board defective.

xxxx xxxx xxxx xxlx 0002 ALFE system cycle time has been exceeded. The ALFE subsystem is no longer functioning reliably. Restart the control system. If the fault occurs again, inform our after-sales service.

The next three errors occur only in conjunction with the ASOD test system: xxxx xxxx xlxx xxxx 0040 Overflow at ALFE interface.

Only in conjunction with an ASOD test system connected to the LFE board. Check the interface parameters.

xxxx xxxx Ixxx xxxx 0080 Framing error at ALFE interface.


Only in conjunction with an ASOD test system connected to the LFE board. Check the interface parameters.

xxxx xxxl xxxx xxxx 0100 Parity error at ALFE interface. Only in conjunction with an ASOD test system connected to the LFE board. Check the interface parameters.

xxxx xxlx xxxx xxxx 0200 error 24 Volts. See error (220).

xxxx xlxx xxxx xxxx 0400 error 15 Volts. See error (221).

xxxx I xxx xxxx xxxx 0800 DMA error. See error (222).

Ixxx xxxx xxxx xxxx Internal ALFE error. The ALFE subsystem is no longer functioning reliably. Restart the control system. If the error occurs again, inform our after-sales service.

(136) AUXILIARY FUNCTION <n> REPLACED <n> TIMES BY <n>

Message in the program editor after the function "replace auxiliary function" has been performed. Thus: Auxiliary function 7 replaced 3 times by 51. Instead of the auxiliary function 7, the auxiliary function 51 has been ,employed, and this 3 times.

(137) KEY <n> DEPRESSED

When starting the system, all keys of the control panel are checked. If one key is recognized as being depressed, this message is displayed.(except for keys activating the servicing mode).

If you have not pressed any key (including the joystick) during system startup, a key might be jammed. Switch off machine, press all keys and restart the system. If the fault has not been eliminated this way, the control panel might be defective.

I l?form ESAB service.


(1 38) SERVICING MODE ACTIVATED

The servicing mode is activated by pressing the key combination SHlFWFl during the booting process of the control system. The following functions are then switched on:

- Blocked machine constants may now be edited

- Additional displays

- Display of synchronization errors of the ATHC and Panel-ASIOB-Bus

- Display of all messages of the ALFE subsystem

- Normalizing the battery RAM is now possible

- Expanded representation of the cutting data

You can only exit the servicing mode by restarting the control system.

(143) FUNCTION NOT ADMISSIBLE DURING PROGRAM RUN. SET INITIAL SCREEN IN MOVEMENT WINDOW

During automatic program processing, functions such as "Edit constants" or Speed Measurement functions must not be used.

Wait until the program is finished.

(144) END FUNCTION

Functions such as "Edit constants" do not allow window switching. Enter all data in the servicing menu first and then end function with the Backpage key.

(145) END PROGRAM EXECUTION

You have tried to switch to the servicing menu while a program execution was running in the movement window. This is not allowed. Changing constants or executing start-up functions while the machine is processing a program would interfere with the processing of the program.


(147) - (150) WRONG PARAMETER INTERFACE en>

An invalid value has been entered in the component constants for the serial interface <n>. This error message can also occur when a component has been assigned to more than one interface.

Check component constants.

(1 52) PROGRAM DIMENSION OVERFLOW

The extent of the program for automatic processing is larger than the current working area, or the starting point (program zero point) is located at the wrong place in the working area. The program extent can also exceed the limits because of incorrect scaling. However, the program can be executed until it reaches the software limit switch.

Check the program zero point. Check scale setting. Check the part program.

(153) FLOPPY DlSK <O I I > IS WRITE PROTECTED

Floppy disk is write protected.

Remove write protection or use a different floppy disk.

(154) FLOPPY DlSK <O I I > IS FULL

A maximum of 200 programs or 1MB can be stored in the internal memory (floppy disk 0). If these limits are exceeded, delete some existing programs.

A maximum of 224 programs or 1.44MB can be stored in the external memory (floppy disk 1). If this error occurs on the external drive (option), a different floppy disk can be used.


(155) FLOPPY DISK <O I I>: GENERAL ERROR en>

Error when accessing the floppy disk. Floppy disk 0 is the system floppy disk (internal memory), Floppy disk 1 is the external (operator accessible) drive. Possibly a problem with the floppy disk, or a problem with the floppy disk reader.

Note error number <n> and discard the defective floppy disk. If the defective floppy disk is the system floppy disk, try using a backup copy of the system disk.

(156) ERROR READING FROM en>

File <n> on the system floppy disk is defective or missing. An error-free functioning of the control system is no longer assured.


(158) MACRO DEFINITION FlLE NOT FOUND

The control system can be equipped with the option "Key Teach". With "Key Teach", operating sequences can be recorded and later executed by just one keystroke. In order to have these operating sequences available even after restarting the machine, they are stored in the system file MAKROS.DEF. If this file cannot be read from the system floppy disk, this error message is displayed. MAKROS.DEF is created empty.

Functions for controlling the cutter-holding carriage that are connected to macro keys can no longer be executed. If this is the case, use a backup copy of the system disk.

(159) SYNTAX ERROR IN MACRO DEFINITION FlLE

The control system may be equipped with the system add-on "Key Teach". With "Key Teach", operating sequences (macros) can be recorded and later executed by just one keystroke.

The macro definition file MAKROS.DEF is defective.

MAKROS. DEF is created empty.

Functions for controlling the cutter-holding carriage that are connected to macro keys can no longer be executed. If this is the case, use a backup copy of the system disk.


( I 60) WATCHDOG ERROR

The 8031 subsystem broke down or is malfunctioning. If this error occurs, the voltage is switched off immediately. The Digital I10 board (DIO) may have failed.

If this error occurs repeatedly, contact ESAB service.

(1 61) ASIOBIATHC-2 ERROR

Data transfer to and from the control system and the stations is done with a serial bus, the ASIOB. For machines with ATHC stations, the data is transferred to these station boards. For the ABIMBO version, the bus ends at a converter board. The serial transfer of the ASIOB is protected by a "synchronization error bit". Si,ngle errors are compensated by the subsystem software. If there are more than an average of 30% synchronization errors within a certain period, this error message will be generated. Possible causes are: A fault in the Digital I10 board or the ABIMBO board; or strong electrical interference (especially with plasma machines).

If the error occurs again after restarting the system, inform ESAB service.

In the servicing mode, the display of synchronization errors gives information on the rates of interference errors that have occurred.

(162) PANEL ERROR

Keyboarc! information is sent from the control panel to the control system via a serial bus, the ASIOB. The serial transfer of the ASIOB is protected by a "synchronization error bit". Single errors are compensated by the subsystem software; key information may be lost. If there are more than an average of 30% synchronization errors within a certain period, this error message will be generated. Possible causes are: A fault in the bus boards (DIO, ABIMBO) concerned or strong interference fields (especially with plasma machines). An interruption of the connection (cable) to the control panel can also cause this error.

If the error occurs again after restarting the system, inform our after-sales service.

In the servicing mode, the display of synchronization errors gives information on the rates of interference errors that have occurred.


( I 63) BREAK IN E-STOP CHAl N

The E-Stop chain has been interrupted by one of the following:

- the "Emergency stop" button is pressed

- a travel limit switch has been hit

- the 24 volt power supply is interrupted

Check E-Stop chain. Check the 24 Volt power supply.

(164) # cn> FORMAT ERROR

Program line <n> contains a syntax error.

Program format ESSI: - wrong number of signs - auxiliary function not recognizable. - wrong axis index - wrong parameter

Programming format EIA: - EIA programming option is not enabled - wrong M function - invalid addresses - if EIA programming option is enabled, the file EIAWDL.BIN on the

system floppy disk might be defective. Use a backup copy of the system disk.

Check program structure.

(165) # cn> CIRCLE ERROR

The programmed geometry in program line <n> is not correct .

- the machine constant "circle mode" is not set correctly

- the radius of the circle measured from starting to center point deviates by more than 10 programming units from the radius between center and f i n i d point.



(166) # en> LOSS OF AUXILIARY FUNCTION

The auxiliary function in program line <n> is not being executed. Possible reasons for this are:

- there are too many auxiliary functions following one another in the program

- geometries with a path length of zero are generated because coordinates are too small. Auxiliary functions that originally belonged to these coordinates are assigned to the following geometry. A wrong kerf value or scale can also cause existing geometries to be disregarded.


(167) # en> LOSS OF COMMENT

Comment in program line <n> cannot be displayed during program execution.


(168) # en> LOSS OF GEOMETRY

The secondary axis geometry in program line en> is not being executed. There are too many secondary axis geometries in the program following one another directly without a main axis geometry.


(169) # en> CENTER OR END POINT GREATER THAN 1.3 MILES

The circular arc in program line <n> contains a value that exceeds the maximum size (1.3 miles or 1*106 inches) of the internal working cells. The arc can not be processed.


(170) REFERENCE CAM en> - FREE AXIS

The reference point of the machine can only be recognized if the machine does not find the reference point switch until it is moving. This error message is displayed if the machine is located at a reference switch when the operating mode "Reference movement" is activated.

Free machine from reference cam by manual control.

(171) DEFINITION FOR STATION en> NOT FOUND


Parameters that are used to set an intelligent station (ATHC board) are read from a file on the system floppy disk. Every station has its own parameter file. The parameters for station en> do not exist on the system floppy disk or the relevant file is defective.

This error message is only relevant for stations which are attached to the machine. If there is a station attached to the machine, Use a backup copy of the system disk.

The parameter files are called STATn.KON. Replace "nu by a number from 01 to 06.

(172) ERROR WRITING en>

File <n> cannot be written. If this error occurs when accessing the internal memory (system floppy disk), error-free functioning of the control system can no longer be assured.

Use a copy of the backup disk and inform our after-sales service.

If the machine is equipped with the optional external drive, the floppy disk might be defective.

Insert or change floppy disk in external drive. If the error cannot be corrected in this way, inform our after-sales service.

VISION 500

Error Messages

(174) FORCE LIST FULL

At the control system, there is a "signal display" used as a servicing aid. With this display messages from and to the machine program (MIP) can be traced and partially changed. Changing input and output signals is done by forcing. This message indicates that the maximum number of signals (16) that can be forced simultaneously, has been reached.

Cancel forcing orders that are no longer necessary.

( I 75) TI MEOUT

Serial link could not be established within predefined time (component constants). This error can occur if:

- the timeout value for an interface is set too low

- interface parameters are set incorrectly

- the serial link cable is defective.

Increase timeout value in component constants or check serial link.

(1 77) TRANSFER ABORTED

Error during program transfer with UDL. Data transfer is protected by a checksum. After the transfer of a block has been completed, the receiving computer calculates the checksum. If the calculated checksum does not correspond to the one transferred, the receiving computer sends a negative acknowledgment. If this error occurs three time in a row the control system aborts the data transfer.

(1 80) INVALID CONSTANTS AT STATION <n>. EXECUTE DOWNLOAD!


The ATHC board of station <n> reports that the parameters set are not logical Execute a station-constants download to this station. If this error occurs repeatedly the ATHC board might be defective.

Contact ESAB service.


(181) DOWNLOAD ERROR AT STATION en>


After parameter transfer to station <n> (station-constants download), the control system has not received positive acknowledgment from the ATHC board that the download was successful. This station should not be used, since it is not certain with which parameters the station is provided at the moment.


(182) POWER SUPPLY INTERRUPTED AT STATION en>


The ATHC stations report defective states to the control system. If the power supply is interrupted at a station, this error message is displayed:

- if the power supply is interrupted at an active (selected) station

- if you try to select the station via the keyboard or the main program

- with every MIP initialization. A MIP initialization takes place every time the voltage is switched on.


(183) TURN VOLTAGE ON

The 24 Volt switching power has to be turned on for certain functions such as traversing or controlling processes.

Press SHIFTISTART to turn on the voltage.

(184) NO RESPONSE FROM STATION en>


No response from the station after a station-constants download (set-up) to the station.



The ATHC board must react to a download in form of either a negative or a positive confirmation. If there is no response after the period of time necessary for reaction, this message is displayed.

This error message is not displayed when the MIP simulation bit 2 (SYS.KON,5) has been set.

(185) AUTOMATIC REFERENCE MOVEMENT NOT POSSIBLE

Only for machines with the system add-on "Automatic reference point movement".

The automatic reference point movement cannot be executed due to incorrect machine constants. For this movement, direction and sequence of the individual reference point movements are entered in the machine constants MC 64 and MC 65.

Check machine constants MC 64 and MC 65.

(186) BATTERY RAM CHECKSUM ERROR cn>

If this message is displayed after a change in software, ignore it. If it occurs during operation, the RAM module may be defective, or the battery may have run down. Replace the D l0 board. It may be possible to continue work; however, all input data and parameters such as repetitive offsets have to be checked for correctness. <n> indicates the battery RAM area.

If this error occurs repeatedly, inform ESAB service.

(1 87) INCOMPATIBLE FLOPPY DISK FORMAT

System cannot write to Double Density 720KB floppy disks.

Use High Density 1.44 MB floppy disk.


(1 95) NO POTENTIOMETER DATA


This error message is displayed when the menu for additional cutting records (flame control menu) has been selected, the corresponding data, however, cannot be read error-free, .


(196) THIS MACRO KEY HAS BEEN ALLOCATED MACHINE FUNCTIONS ANDCANNOTHAVEANEWMACRORECORDED

You have tried to record a macro for a macro key that is pre-assigned to a machine function, such as "Raise station". This is not allowed. Only those macro keys can be re-assigned that are not already assigned to machine functions.

(197) MACRO RECORDING TERMINATED, MEMORY FOR MACRO KEYS FULL

The control system may be equipped with the system add-on "Key Teach". With "Key Teach", operating sequences can be recorded and later executed by just one keystroke. The necessary data is stored in a "macro memory". If no more memory is available during recording, this message is displayed. The recorded macro cannot be used.

Delete macros that are no longer needed.

(200) TOO MANY INPUT VARIABLES


There are more than 45 input variables declared in the standard shape. This is caused by a logic error in the program structure of the standard shape.



(201) FOR RENEWED PROCESSING - SELECT PROGRAM AGAIN

In automatic mode with sectional prekerf, a processed program cannot be processed again by pressing the START key, because the necessary data has to be read again.

Select program again.

(202) cX Y Y2 P> AXIS REACHED SOFTWARE LIMIT SWITCH

The corresponding axislaxes hasthave reached the software limit switch.

Jog the machine in the opposite direction.

Software limit switches are set in the machine constants (MC). If the multiple working area option was purchased, it is possible that the machine is operating in the wrong working range. Cycle the power off, then on, then home the machine, then select the desired working area.

(203) TOO MANY DATA RECORDS FOR PROGRAM PREPARATION

The program that has been selected for automatic processing is too large. It cannot be run.

A software option called "Sectional prekerf" is available for processing larger programs.

(204) REFERENCE NECESSARY FOR THIS FUNCTION

This message is displayed when you select the Automatic or the Trace Record mode. After switching on the control system or after a power failure, the current position of the machine in relation to the machine zero point or the reference point is unknown.

If the machine is equipped with a reference point system (MC 52 = I), a reference point movement has to be executed.

For machines without a reference point system (MC 52 = O), the machine has to be moved to the zero point. This position will then be accepted as a reference point.


(205) SET REFERENCE POSITION OF MAlN TOOL FIRST

The control system supports the measuring of the tool offsets when several tools are put into operation.

Before the tool offsets can be measured, the reference position of the main tool has to be defined.

(206) REFERENCE POSITION OF MAlN TOOL ALREADY SET

This message is displayed during the adjustment of tool offsets. In order to re- specify the reference position, the function has to be terminated and restarted from the beginning.

(207) PPT ACTIVE

This message is displayed when PPT and UDL have both been installed at using one interface, and an attempt is made to activate UDL a PPT data transfer is active. A UDL connection cannot be established at the moment because the line is used for PPT.

Wait and try again later.

(208) <Type of error> IN FUNCTION <Mathematical function>

For example, DOMAIN IN FUNCTION SQRT. If this error occurs, inform our after-sales service. The machine must be restarted. Possible error causes are:

- Standard shapes were evaluated with nonsensical values

- Kerf width calculation with very small coordinates

- Discrepancy between programming unit and geometry (extremely large, extremely small)

(209) DIVISION BY ZERO AT en>

Internal error. Normally, it is possible to continue processing after restarting the current function.

Note message together with current function and inform ESAB service.


(210) CAUTION - INVALID SYSTEM CONFIGURATION!

The checksum of the system file ANCDEF.KON is not correct. A different configuration of the machine has been entered compared to the one at the time of delivery. It is possible that optional functions are no longer available or that functions are displayed that the machine is not equipped with.

The machine can still be operated. Use a backup copy of the system disk.

(21 2) COMPLETED CONTOUR

This message is displayed in Trace Record. The contour has been completed and the recording was stopped.

(213) # <n> TOO LONG

This message is displayed during program execution. Block number <n> has more than 80 characters. Only the first 80 characters are interpreted. This might result in geometry being lost or the block being shortened to such an extent that a format error arises.

The execution of the program should be aborted. Check program structure.

(214) FUNCTION ABORTED

(21 5) ERROR READING CUTTING-DATA FILES

The cutting data (timer and process values) are displayed in the "timer" window. When starting the system, they are read from the corresponding files on the system floppy disk. When this error occurs, one or more of these files are defective or missing.

If the machine is equipped with the function "Programmable cutting data" this message is also displayed when you try to reload a defective cutting file. Use a copy of the backup disk and inform ESAB service.

The cutting-data files include:

DEF.TEC PARAM. CUT

and POTI.CUT if the machine is equipped with "Flame control".


(21 6) NO CUTTING DATA AVAILABLE

This error only occurs if the machine is equipped with the function "Programmable cutting data".

This message is displayed if the identifiers for the cutting data cannot be found in the cutting file when it is reloaded, or if a main program contains cutting-data identifiers but no cutting data.


(217) NO VALID CUlTlNG DATA STORED

This message is displayed when the "parameter" window is activated and there are no valid cutting data available. A possible reason for this is an incorrect reading of the cutting files at system start, i.e. the files

are defective or missing.


(21 9) EXCESSIVE NESTING OF SUBROUTINES

Message during a program execution. Subroutines within subroutines within subroutines are being called. The maximum nesting level is ten deep. The program cannot be executed.



(220) ALFE - 24-VOLT SUPPLY MISSING

Only for machines with an ALFE subsystem.

The ALFE subsystem requires a 24-volt supply. This is no longer available. Possible reasons for this include:

- Cable break.

- Plug has slipped off the LFE board.

- LFE board is defective.

- Power supply unit is defective.

The controls continue to operate correctly, but the Trace Record function is no longer available.


(221) ALFE - 15-VOLT SUPPLY MISSING

Only for machines with an ALFE subsystem.

The ALFE subsystem requires a 24-volt supply. If this is no longer available, the 15 volts generated from it are also missing. Causes for the lack of the 24-volt supply are described under error number 220.

If only the message that the 15-volt supply is missing appears, the voltage transformer of the LFE board is defective.


Inform ESAB service.


(222) ALFE - DMA ERROR

Only for machines with the an ALFE subsystem.

DMA is a technique for transmitting data between the AK5 camera head and the LFE board. If no data can be transmitted, this message is generated. Possible causes are:

- Plug of LFE<->AK5 connecting cable is not plugged in properly (on AK5 or on LFE board).

- Break in LFE<->AK5 connecting cable.

- AK5 camera head defective.

- LFE board defective.


Inform ESAB service.

(223) INTERNAL LOGGING ERROR A:<n> D:<n> B:<n>

An error has occurred when writing the logging data The current data record is lost. If this error occurs note the values displayed in the error message, store logging file on external floppy disk and inform our after-sales service.

The machine can be operated as before.

(224) IMAJE TIMING ERROR, STATUS <n>

The lmaje inkjet printer did not respond within the time interval expected. The time interval is set among the interface constants, under the keyword TIMEOUT. If the value 0 has been set there, that may be the reason for this error message.

The program will continue to be processed completely, except for the printing function.


(225) IMAJE DOES NOT UNDERSTAND, STATUS <n>

An attempt has been made to initialize the lmaje inkjet printer, but without success. The program will continue to be processed completely, except for the printing function.

Check the cable at the respective interface.

(226) DISTANCE BETWEEN CARRIAGES Yen> AND Y<n> TOO SMALL. TANGENTIAL FOLLOWER NOT IN BASIC POSITION.

This error message can only occur in conjunction with more than one motor- driven cutter tool holding carriages. The distance between adjacent cutter carriages is monitored so as to avoid collisions. The distance is calculated from the machine constants for the width of the cutter carriage. For cutter carriages with variable bevel angle units (VBA), the carriage width can vary as a function of the angle to which the variable bevel unit is set. So two widths are specified for each cutter carriage. The narrower of the two widths is used if the variable bevel unit is in its neutral position.

The error message signifies that two motor-driven carriages have approached one another more closely than the wider carriage width allows. The distance is not less than the one derived from the narrower carriage width. But this position is still not permissible, because the variable bevel units are not in their neutral positions.

(227) PLATE THICKNESS <n> NOT AVAILABLE IN ORGANIZATIONAL PROGRAM

Only if the machine is equipped with a plasma tangential follower.

Message that the plate thickness <n> entered is not present in the organizational program. The next smaller plate thickness will be used.

(228) NEXT SMALLER PLATE THICKNESS en> USED

Only if the machine is equipped with a plasma tangential follower.

Message that the plate thickness entered is not present in the organizational program, so the next smaller plate thickness <n> is used.


(230) # <n> ANGLE LARGER THAN TANGENTIAL RANGE OF UNIT.

Variable bevel units for the plasma-cutting process only allow a restricted range of rotation of the tangential control. The maximum tangential range is usually between two and three rotations. The control system automatically finds a suitable starting angle for the variable bevel unit if a program requires a larger tangential range than 360 degrees. This starting angle is set anew for each cut.

This error message is issued if the program contains a continuous cut for which the variable bevel unit's tangential tracking would have to traverse an angular range that exceeds the limiting angle set in the machine constants.

(231) DIRECTORY TRANSFER IS ACTIVE

Message during UDL. You have requested the host computer's directory. As long as this message is displayed, transmission of the directory is active. This may take some time, depending on how many programs there are on the host computer.

As long as this message is showing, no UDL function keys can be pressed.

(232) MEASURING POINT CANNOT BE REACHED

During automatic plate alignment, the edges of the plate are detected at three points with a sensor. For this measuring procedure, the sensor is lowered into its operating position and traversed in the direction of an edge of the machine.

This error message is issued if no plate edge is detected.

Possible causes of the error:

- The sensor is defective or set incorrectly

- The sensor cannot reach the edge of the plate because its positioning range does not allow it to detect the plate edge. It may be necessary to place the plate in a different position on the machine.


(233) THIS FUNCTION IS BLOCKED BY ANOTHER FUNCTION AT THE MOMENT.

Different sections of the control system use the same memory area to store data. Thus, certain functions cannot be performed at the same time. These are:

Editor and Trace Record Editor and editing constants Nesting and Trace Record Nesting and editing constants Standard shapes and Trace Record Standard shapes and editing constants

Check which of these functions is still active. This function must then be ended first, before the desired new one can be performed.

(234) BLOCK <n> 1 OFFSET en> NOT FOUND IN FILE en>.

Message during a program run. The return from a subroutine cannot be executed. Processing is faulty. Execution of the program should be aborted.

The most likely cause of this message is that the main program has been overwritten by a parallel program transfer, so that the return address from the subroutine back to the main program can no longer be found.

(236) SENSOR TRIGGERED

During automatic plate alignment, the edges of the plate are detected at three points with a sensor. For this measuring procedure, the sensor is lowered into its operating position.

This error message is issued if the sensor already detects the plate surface before being lowered into the starting position for the measurement.

Possible causes of this error:

- The sensor is defective

- The measuring station's automatic height sensor is set so the station does not retract the sensor far enough from the plate surface in its idle state.

- The sensor's sensitivity has been set incorrectly.


(237) PLEASE WAIT, MIP BEING INITIALIZED

At each MIP initialization (switching voltage turned on), the ATHC stations are normalized. During this period, you must not switch to the process, parameter, or station windows. If this is attempted, this message will be issued.

((238) MEMORY MANAGEMENT ERROR IN MODULE en>

Fatal error. An error has occurred in the internal memory management functions. The control system must be restarted in all cases. Inform ESAB service.

Paae 66 VISION 500

Data Window

5 Data Window

The data window allows for entering, receiving, controlling, changing and generating part programs. The main tasks are displayed in the base menu of the data window, shown below.

Program input-output (see below)

Directory (page 87)

Shape library (page 90)

Edit programs (page 96)

Program Input-Output

Program input-output allows for transfers main programs from and to a host computer with one of the following protocols:

UDL (Up Down Load) (page 68) Computer Link (Page 81) Tape Reader

Accesses the optional floppy disk drive. (page 74)

VISION 500 Data Window Page 67

Directory

Directory of all main programs Deletion of programs that are no longer necessary

Shape Library

Shape Library shapes are programs with predefined contours. By changing the variable dimensions of these programs, main programs can be generated. These are the steps:

Selection of which shape to use Enter variables with help from the graphic display Graphical display of the generated main program for verification

Edit Program

The program editor supports the functions:

Creating a new program Changing an existing program Graphical display of a program Line deletion Block deletion Copying of blocks Searching help functions Searching line numbers Replacing help functions

VISION 500 Page 68 UDL (Up - Download)

5.1 UDL (Up - Download)

UDL is the abbreviation for Up - Down Load. UDL is used for the data transfer from an external computer to the control system. Data transfer is protected by automatic error correction. Upon connecting to the host computer, the operator is presented with the directory of the host computer, from which main programs can be selected. UDL supports transfer of programs to and from the host computer.

Data transfer with UDL is an optional feature of the control. The symbol for UDL is only displayed if the option was purchased.

To use UDL, start from the Data Window, as shown below:

Program input-output (page 69)

Directory

Shape Library

Edit programs

VISION 500 UDL (Up - Download) Page 69

Selecting UDL

From the Data Window Input - Output screen, select UDL.

Select UDL (page 70)

Select floppy disk drive

Select XON/XOFF-mode

Select Tape Reader


UDL - Basic Screen

The basic screen for UDL shows two options, loading and storing main programs. Select loading (F1) to download programs from the host computer to the Vision control. Select storing (F2) to upload programs from the Vision control to the host computer.

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Load main programs (page 71)

Store main programs (page 72)

VISION 500 UDL (UD - Download) Page 71

Loading Main Programs

When this option is chosen, a selection box with the directory of the host computer will be displayed. Using the joystick or feed rate potentiometer, place the cursor in front of the desired program in the directory. Press confirm (FI) to download that program. Press abort (F6) to quit without downloading.

PROGRAHHNUHH

IJI Confirm, start transfer of selected program.

Abort. Terminate loading function.


Storing Main Programs

When this option is chosen, a selection box with the directory of the Vision control is opened. Use the joystick or the feed rate potentiometer to move the cursor to the desired program. Press confirm (FI) to select that program and begin transfer to the host computer. Press abort (F6) to quit without transfer.

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IJI Confirm. Start data transfer to host computer.

El Abort. Terminate the storing function.

VISION 500 UDL (Up - Download) Page 73

During Data Transfer

The number of transferred lines is displayed during data transfer, in both downloading and uploading functions.

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The function keys have no effect during transfer.

The backpage key terminates a data transfer.

VISION 500 Page 74 Floppy Disk Drive

5.2 Floppy Disk Drive

To use the Floppy Disk Drive, select program input-output from the Data window, as shown below:

m Program input-output (page 75)

1071 Directory

I Shape Library

Edit program

VISION 500 Floppy Disk Drive Page 75

Selecting Floppy Disk Drive

The floppy disk drive is an optional feature. The symbol is only displayed in this menu if the option has been installed.

Select Floppy Disk Drive (F2) from the device menu, shown below:

Select UDL.

Select floppy disk drive (page 76)

Select XONIXOFF-mode

Select Tape Reader


Floppy Disk Drive - Basic Screen

Three options are available for the f l o ~ ~ v disk reader: loading programs, storing . . . programs, and directory of the disk.

Load programs from disk (page 77)

Store programs to disk (page 78)

Display directory of the disk (page 79)


Loading Main Programs From Disk

The directory of the floppy disk will be displayed. Using the joystick or feed rate potentiometer, select which main program to read from the disk. Press Confirm (FI) to select that program and begin loading. Press Abort (F6) to quit without loading.

IJI Confirm, begin loading program from floppy disk.

Abort without loading.

Storing Main Programs

VISION 500 Floppy Disk Drive

The directory of the Vision control will be displayed. Using the joystick or the feed rate potentiometer, select the program to be written to the floppy disk. Press Confirm (FI) to select that program and begin writing to the disk. Press Abort (F6) to quit without writing to the disk.

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m Confirm and start storing program on floppy disk.

11323 1 Abort without storing on floppy disk.


Directory Of All Main Programs On Floppy Disk

The directory displays a list of all main programs stored on the floppy disk. The list contains three columns. The second column shows the file size in bytes. The right hand column shows the date that the the file was created.

Use the feed rate potentiometer or the joystick up / down in order to display the remaining programs.

The program marked by the cursor can be deleted.

PUZZLE 261 18.08.93 SNAKE 2231 22.12.92 SPIRALE3 483 26.01.94 SUPER 3996 00 .OO .80 UNICORN 4303 00 .OO .80 USAMAP 2658 22.12.92 WIKINGER 9377 11.02.94

Delete program marked by cursor. (Page 80)

Press backpage to exit the directory display.


Delete programs

When delete is pressed, a confirmation box is displayed, to make sure that files will not be deleted accidently. To delete the file, press Confirm (FI). To return . . to the directory without deleiing, press Abort (F6).

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PUZZLE 26 1 SNAKE SPIRALES SUPER UNICORN USAMAP WIKINGER DONALD 1

IJI Delete the program and return to the directory. (Page 79)

1 Return to the directory without deleting this file. (Page 79)

VISION 500 Computer Link Page 81

5.3 Computer Link

To use computer link, start by selecting program input-output from the Data window.

m Program input-output. (Page 82)

Directory.

( Shape Library.

I B I Edit program.

Selecting Computer Link

VISION 500 Computer Link

Computer Link is an optional software feature. The symbol will only be displayed if the option was purchased.

To select computer link, press F3 from the device menu, as shown below:

Select UDL.

Select floppy disc drive.

Select Computer Link. (Page 83)

Select tape reader.


Basic Screen Computer Link mode

Two options are available in computer link, loading and storing of main programs. To download main programs from the host computer, press F1. To upload main programs to the host computer, press F2.

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Load main programs. (Page 84)

Store main programs. (Page 85)

VISION 500 Page 84 Computer Link

Loading main programs

During data transfer, the number of lines that have been sent is displayed. Since computer link does not transmit a filename separate from the file itself, then the filename must be embedded in the program header. If no filename is found, then the control will store it under "NONAME".

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m The function keys have no effect during transfer.

m The backpage key terminates the data transfer. (Page 83)


Storing main programs

The directory of the main programs in the Vision control will be displayed. Using the joystick or feed rate potentiometer, select the program to be transferred to the host computer. Press Confirm (FI) to select the program and begin transmitting to the host computer. Press Abort (F6) to quit without transmitting the program.

I XON

PROGRAMMNUMM

1 Confirm, start transfer to the host computer. (Page 86)

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Abort, terminate the storing function.

VISION 500

Computer Link

During program transmission

The number of lines transferred is displayed during data transfer.

PROGRAMMNUMMER

BLOCKNUMMER

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Function keys have no effect during program transmission.

I I The backpage key will abort the program transfer. (page 83)

VISION 500 Directory Pane 87

5.4 Directory

This provides a directory of all main programs in the internal memory.

To view the directory, press F2 at the main Data window, as shown below:

Program input-output

Directory (page 88)

Shape Library

Edit programs

VISION 500 Page 88 Directory

Directory Of All Main Programs

The directory screen that appears has three columns. The first column lists the names of the programs in the internal memory. To the right is the corresponding size of the program in bytes. The last column shows the date that the file was created. The program marked by the cursor can be deleted by pressing F1.

BANBI 1 11686 14.01.93 BIG1 28037 10.02.94 BULL 4974 08.02.94 DOLPHIN 537 17.08.93 DONALD1 10977 14.01.93 ESAB 2070 22.12.92 FRAU1 2256 03.02.94

Delete program marked by cursor. (Page 89)

VISION 500 Directory Page 89

Delete program

To make sure that files will not be deleted accidently a inquiry box appears. To delete the file, press Confirm (FI). Press Abort (F2) to return to the directory . ,

without deleting the file.

BAMBI 1 11686 14 .01.93 BIG1 28037 10.02.94 BULL 08.02.94 DOLPHIN 17.08.93 DONALD1 ES AB 22.12.92 FRAU I

m Confirm, delete program and return to the directory. (page 88)

Abort, return to the directory without deleting the file. (page 88) i

VISION 500 Page 90 Shape Library

5.5 Shape Library

Shape library shapes are programs with predefined contours. By changing variables, main programs can be generated from these shapes.

The shape library provides a graphic picture of each of the shapes that are available.

When changing the variables, an on screen pointer on the graphical display of the shape shows which dimension is being affected by each variable.

Once the desired dimensions have been entered, the shape is re-drawn on screen to depict the appearance of the new program before it is generated. This allows the operator to verify that there were no mistakes made while entering the dimensions.

To use the shape library, press F3 from the main Data window, as shown below.

Program input-output

Directory

Shape Library (page 91)

Edit programs

VISION 500 Shape Library Page 91

Selecting Which Shape To Use

Selection of a shape from the library can be done in one of two ways, by looking through each of the shapes until the desired one is found, or by selecting the shape number from the directory of shapes.

To look through the shape library one shape at a time, use the Search Forward (F3) and Search Backward (F2) keys. Each time a key is pressed, the picture of the next shape will be drawn on screen. When the desired shape is displayed, press Confirm (FI) to select that shape for processing.

To view a directory of all shape library shape numbers, press F4.

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m Confirm, select the displayed shape (page 93)

Search backward

I + I Search forward

Directory of all available shapes (page 92)


Selecting a Shape from the Directory

A selection box is displayed with the first four shape numbers. Use the joystick or the feed rate potentiometer to scroll up and down through the list, or type in the program number directly using the keyboard. The cursor will then be positioned automatically.

When the cursor is positioned at the desired shape number, press Confirm (FI) to select that shape- for processing.

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Confirm, select shape then return to the previous screen. (page 91)

Abort, return to the previous screen without selecting a shape. (page 91)

VISION 500 Shape Library Paae 93

Entering the Name of the Main Program to be Generated

When a library shape is used, it will be given dimensions and then stored as a new main program, which can then be treated just like any other main program. The first step to generating this new main program is giving it a name. Enter a name for the program that is to be generated. Use digit or letter keys, or the letter line on the screen. Up to 8 characters may be used.

When finished, press F1 to confirm the entry and go on to the parameter screen.

PROGRAHHNUMMER 12345678

Confirm the program name continue to the parameter screen (page 94)


Changing Parameters

This screen allows the operator to enter the desired dimensions for the new shape. The flashing line in the graphical representation moves with the cursor in the variable list. This makes it clear which dimension will be affected by the current variable.

Enter a value for each variable. When finished, press F1 to confirm the entries, and display the new shape.

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VISION 500 Shape Library Page 95

Display the Generated Main Program

The display shows what the new program will look like with the values that have just been entered in the parameter screen. If this looks correct, press F1 to accept the values and generate the new main program. If something is incorrect, press Backpage to return to the parameter screen and adjust the values.

Fl Accept the values, generate the main program (page 90)

Press backpage return to the parameter screen. (page 94 )

VISION 500 Page 96 Program Editor

5.6 Program Editor

The program editor allows the operator to create andlor edit main programs.

When selecting the program editor, enter the name of the program to be edited. If the program is available from the internal memory, it will be loaded into the editor. Otherwise, a new program will be created.

To access the program editor, press F4 from the main Data window.

m Program input-output

El Directory

I Q I Shape Library

Edit programs (page 97)

VISION 500 Program Editor Page 97

Selecting a Program Name

Before editing, the operator must enter the name of the program to be edited. If it is an existing program, the operator may type in the name or select the name from the directory.

Enter the name of the program using the digit or letter keys, or the letter line on the screen. When finished typing, press F1 to confirm the name and enter the editor.

To select the file name from the directory of internal memory, press F2.

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m Confirm program name and enter into program editor. (page 99)

El Select the program name from directory of internal memory (page 98)


Selecting a Program Name from the Directory

Select a program with the joystick or the feed rate potentiometer. Or enter the program name directly. The cursor will then be positioned automatically. When the desired program name is found, press Confirm (FI) to select the program and open the program editor.

Press Abort (F2) to return to the program name entry screen without selecting a program.

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m Confirm name, open program in the editor. (page 99)

hl Abort. Return to program name entry without selecting. (page 97)


Selecting a Program Name

Before editing, the operator must enter the name of the program to be edited. If it is an existing program, the operator may type in the name or select the name from the directory.

Enter the name of the program using the digit or letter keys, or the letter line on the screen. When finished typing, press F1 to confirm the name and enter the editor.

To select the file name from the directory of internal memory, press F2.

PROGRAMMNUMMER 12345678

1 Confirm program name and enter into program editor. (page 99)

II; Select the program name from directory of internal memory (page 98)


Selecting a Program Name from the Directory

Select a program with the joystick or the feed rate potentiometer. Or enter the program name directly. The cursor will then be positioned automatically. When the desired program name is found, press Confirm (FI) to select the program and open the program editor.

Press Abort (F2) to return to the program name entry screen without selecting a program.

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P-l Confirm name, open program in the editor. (page 99)

1 Abort. Return to program name entry without selecting. (page 97)


Program Editor - Basic Screen

In the basic screen, the name of the current program is displayed in the top line. The cursor is controlled with the joystick or the feed rate potentiometer. Up to seven lines of the program will be displayed. The basic menu includes Insert mode (F2), Delete line (F3), Goto block number (F4), and letter line (F5). Use the backpage key to exit the program editor. Use the menu extension key to access additional functions.

Insert mode (highlighted) or overwrite mode (normal). Default setting is insert . Delete line in which the cursor is positioned.

Go to block number. An input box opens and the desired block number can be entered. (page 101) An input box opens and the letter line appears. (page 100)

Exit the program editor (page 106)

Additional functions (page 102)


Using the Letter Line

Program lines may be changed using the digit or letter keys, or the letter line on the screen. Once the letter line is displayed, the feed rate potentiometer is used to select a letter in the letter line. The selected letter is added in the program line by pressing the enter key.

Once finished with the letter line, press Confirm (FI) to save the changes and return to the editor screen. Press Abort (F6) to quit without making changes from the letter line.

m Confirm, save changes and go back to basic screen.

m Abort, quit without making changes.


Searching Block Number

This feature allows the operator to jump directly to a specific line number in the program. Enter the block number to be searched, then press Confirm (FI). Press Abort (F6) to quit without searching.

? Confirm, search for the specified block number. (page 99)

a Abort, quit without searching (page 99)


Program Editor - Additional Functions

When the additional functions key is pressed in the base menu, the following functions are accessed. Search for auxiliary function allows the operator to search for a specific M-Code. Replace auxiliary function allows the operator to replace all occurences of one M-code with a different M-code. Mark lines to delete is used to mark a block of program lines to be deleted all at once. Insert block at cursor position will insert the previously deleted block in a new position.

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Fl Search auxiliary function (page 103)

1 Replace auxiliary function with auxiliary function (page 104)

171 Mark lines to delete (page 105)

Insert block at cursor position r l The menu extension key switches back to the basic screen. (page 99)


Searching Auxiliary Function

Enter the auxiliary function (M-Code) for which to search. Then press Confirm (FI) to conduct the search, or press Abort (F6) to quit without searching.

IJI Search specified auxiliary function (page 1 02)

w Terminate function. (page 102)


Replacing Auxiliary Function With A Auxiliary Function

This procedure will replace all occurences of an M-Code in a program with a different M-code. An inquiry box will appear requiring two entries. First enter the auxiliary function (M-Code) that has to be replaced, followed by the new auxiliary function to be inserted. When finished, press Confirm (FI) to go ahead with the replacements, or Abort (F6) to quit without doing the replacements.

Confirm, replace all specified auxiliary functions (page 102)

Abort, without doing the replacements. (page 102)


Marking Program Lines

This function allows the operator to mark a block of program lines, which may then be deleted permanently, or deleted and re-inserted in a different location. Mark the program lines with joystick and feed rate potentiometer. When the desired block of lines is highlighted, press Delete marked lines (F5) to remove the block from the program. If the lines need to be re-inserted in a new location, then move the cursor to the new location and press Insert deleted lines (F6).

Search auxiliary function.

Replace auxiliary function with a auxiliary function.

"Mark lines to delete" is active. Pressing the key again will deactivate the marking function. Delete marked lines.

Insert deleted lines at cursor position.


Exiting The Editor

Exit the program editor by pressing Backpage. If any changes were made to the program, a box will open and the program name can be entered. The current program name will always be offered. If the program should be saved under a different name, enter the new name in box. Saving under a different name will create a new program file, but not erase the existing one.

To save the changes, press Confirm (FI). To abort without saving the changes, - . ,

press F6.

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Confirm, Save and exit editor.

Abort, exit editor without saving.

VISION 500 Movement Window Page 107

6 Movement Window

The movement window provides access to all functions that are necessary to move the machine manually and to prepare and control the automatic execution of a program. This includes the automatic mode, manual jogging of the machine with the joystick, referencing (homing) the machine, moving to fixpoints, and using the tracer.

The main screen of the Movement window is shown below. It is accessed at any time by pressing the Movement window button.

m Automatic mode (page 109)

IbI Fixed point movements (page 122)

El Reference point movement (page 124)

Trace I Trace Record (page 127)

Basic Menu

At the main level of the movement window, the machine can be moved using the joystick. The screen displays the X and Y axis machine coordinates, and the setting of the feed rate potentiometer. The displayed coordinate values are with reference to the machine zero point, which is defined by referencing the machine. The features accessed by each of these submenus are listed below.

VISION 500 Page 108 Movement Window

Automatic Mode

- Automatic processing of main programs.

- Selecting a program from the directory of internal memory or the floppy disk.

- Entry of processing parameter such as speed, offset, scale and rotation.

- Resuming a program that was previously discontinued.

- Step and repeat of a main program.

- Plate alignment.

Fixed Point Movements

- Moving to program zero point.

- Moving to machine fixed point.

In case of more than one working range, select one working range and move to the fixed point within this working range.

Reference Point Movement

- Referencing (homing) the machine after switching on the machine power.

Trace 1 Trace Record

- Tracing the contour without recording.

- Tracing the contour with recording.

- Enter the contour to the left / to the right.

- Different types of lead-in and lead-out.

- Minimum Point-to-Point Distance.

- Scan line / edge.

- Set reference point.

VISION 500 Automatic Mode Page 109

6.1 Automatic Mode

The Automatic Mode allows the operator to run part programs. The cutting feed rate, kerf offset, part rotation, part scaling, and step and repeat are all set up before starting the program execution. Once the program has been started, the operator has the ability to stop, restart, reverse, quit, relocate, or temporarily interrupt the program processing. Programs that were previously interrupted can also be restarted in the Automatic Mode.

To access the Automatic Mode, press F1 from the main Movement window, as shown below.

Automatic mode (page 1 10)

1 Fixed point movements.

I c I Reference point movement.

M Teach 1 Trace Record

VISION 500 Automatic Mode

Automatic Mode - Selection Window

The menu options that appear in the selection window depend on the previous actions of the controller. There are at the most four possibilities for selecting a program, as shown in the menu below.

The symbol for resuming a program (F5) that was discontinued because of termination or power failure is only displayed if the corresponding data exists. When this function is selected, the parameter entry is skipped.

When Recycle (FI) is pressed, the parameter entry is also skipped, and the same parameters are used as during the previous run of the program.

F2 and F3 allow the operator to select a program to run from either the internal memory, or the floppy disk reader

Recycle the last program using the same parameters (page 120)

Select program from internal memory (page 11 1)

Select program from external floppy disk (page 11 1)

Resume processing the program after power failure (page 120)

VISION 500 Automatic Mode Page 11 1

Selecting a Program

When either F2 (Select program from internal memory) or F3 (Select program from external floppy disk) are pressed from the selection window a selection box will be displayed with the appropriate list of program names. Selection is done with the joystick or the feed rate potentiometer. When the desired program name is selected, press Confirm (FA) to select that program and move on to the Automatic Setup screen. Press Abort (F6) to go back to the selection screen without selecting a program.

ADLERZ ALF FRAU1 HEXE

m Confirm, select program and go to Automatic Setup screen (page 11 2)

W Abort, return to selection window without selecting. (page 1 10)

VISION 500 Page 112 Automatic Mode

Automatic Setup Screen

This screen allows the operator to enter values for program processing, including feed rate, kerf offset, scale, rotation, and start block number. Numeric values are entered directly with the digit keys. The joystick or the feed rate potentiometer are used to move up and down through the list of parameters.

The menu that appears is dependent on control configuration, sectional prekerf is an optional feature that will not appear on all machines.

I PROGRAM ADLER2

SPEED CMMPHI 00380 KERF CMMI 023.4 SCALE C1,10001 1000 START AT BLOCK 0001 PLATEROTATION CDEGI 000.000 PROGRAMROTATION CDEGI 000.000

End input. Prepare entire program before starting movement. (page 120) End input. Prepare program in sections. Start program execution after partial preparation. (page 120) Set program zero point (page 114)

bl Plate alignment (page I 15)

El Step and Repeat. (page 117)

Parameter Explanation

Speed: is the feed rate of the cutting tool during program execution. If the feed is programmed in the part program, it overwrite this value. During program processing, the feed rate can only be altered via the feed rate potentiometer.


Kerf:

Scale:

Starting block number

Plate rotation:

is the total cut width for which the program path will be compensated. If kerf is programmed in the part program, it over writes these input values. The kerf cannot be altered during program processing.

The value 1000 corresponds to the ratio 1.1, i.e. the program is processed in original size. The value 500 corresponds to the ratio 1.2, i.e. the sizes in this program are halved. The value 2000 corresponds to the ratio 2.1, i.e. the sizes in this program are twice as big as the programmed sizes.

Block number at which processing is started. Normally, this value is set to 1, i.e. processing starts with block 1

Rotation to align a plate that is not straight on the cutting table. The rotation is done for all repetitions around the bottom right corner of the plate. The angle for this rotation can be entered directly or determined automatically with the function "Plate alignment".

Program rotation: Rotation of the individual program around the program zero point. This rotation car1 be used in order to achieve a better utilization of the plate when processing single programs.


Plate Alignment

Plate alignment is an optional feature that provides the ability to measure and calculate the angle of the plate and the zero point with the machine. This is helpful for maximizing plate utilization and for fitting large programs on a misaligned plate.

The position of the plate is determined by finding three points along the edges of the plate. Once all three of the points have been found, the angle is automatically entered under "Plate rotation" in the automatic setup screen, and the program zeropoint is also calculated.

To find each of the points, the machine is moved with the joystick until the cutting torch is directly over the edge of the plate in the specified area. Use a low speed when approaching the edge for exact positioning.

The control prompts the operator for each of the points. When the point is reached, press Confirm (FI) to adopt the current location of the torch as the requested point. The control will then prompt for the next point.

Adopt points.

6 VISION 500

Automatic Mode

Point Adoption for Plate Alignment

The screen for plate alignment will show the three symbols described below to indicate to which of the three points the machine should be moved. Once at the point, the position is stored when Confirm (FI) is pressed.

Once the third point is adopted, the measurements are complete and the calculation of the angle and position of the plate are performed.

m Adopt point at the top right edge.

Dl Adopt point at the bottom right edge.

I Adopt point at the front left edge.

Zero Point Adoption

If the Program Start key is pressed right after the third point is adopted, the machine automatically will move to the bottom right corner of the plate. This point will then also be the program zero point when processing is started. After the movement is completed, the control switches back to the automatic setup screen, and the calculated plate rotation angle will have been added to the screen. (page 1 12)

If the backpage key is pressed after the third point is adopted, the 10 current position of the machine will be the program zero point when the program is started. The control will return to the automatic setup screen. (page 1 12)


Step and Repeat

This feature allows a single program to be cut multiple times automatically.

When step and repeat is selected from the automatic setup screen, a box appears which prompts the operator to enter four values. Values must be entered for the number of rows of parts to cut, the number of parts per row, and the distance (offset) between parts.

In order to define the distance between the repetitions, the control assumes a rectangular area around the given program. This rectangle is called a container and it encompasses the furthest extents of the program, including lead-ins and lead-outs. The offset distance entered is the distance between the containers. With a zero offset, the containers will be right next to each other. With a negative offset, they overlap. For oddly shaped parts, a negative offset may be desired to nest the parts more closely together.

Once the four entries have been completed, press Confirm (FI) to accept the input values and return to the automatic setup screen. Press Abort (F6) to return to the automatic setup screen without using step and repeat.

PROGRAM

SPEED C KERF CM SCALE C START A PLATER0 PROGRAM

Confirm inputs and return to automatic setup screen. (page 11 2)

Abort, do not use step and repeat. (page 112)

VISION 500

Automatic Mode

Program Preparation and Kerf Calculation

If the Sectional Prekerf option has been installed there will be two menu keys on the automatic setup screen for ending parameter input, F1 and F2. Both of these menu keys complete the entry and trigger the calculations for program execution.

The two keys lead to different ways of carrying out the program preparation. In addition to the actual program path calculation, they also influence other factors of program processing. F1 selects the standard method, "Total Preketf". F2 selects the optional feature, "Sectional Prekerf".

Total Prekerf means that all preparations, including the complete offset calculation for the kerf, are done for the entire program before execution is started. The calculated program path data is completely stored in memory.

Sectional Prekerf means that the preparation of the program path with kerf

offset calculation is done before and during processing. The program is divided into sections. While one section is being cut, the next sections of the program are calculated. Path data from the sections already completed is discarded from memory to make room for upcoming sections.

Each option has its advantages and disadvantages, as discussed below.

Total Prekerf Step and repeat can be used.

The control can recognize if the program will go outside of the software limits prior to program start, allowing the operator to reposition the machine as necessary.

There are no restrictions on reversing on path after a loss of cut.

When the entire program execution is repeated, a new calculation phase is not necessary.

The program length is limited to approximately 64 kBytes.

Sectional Prekerf Program length is not restricted, since the program is

executed in sections.


Calculations are done simultaneously with program execution, so the length of time for calculations is not noticeable.

However, each time the program is run, calculations are re-done.

Step and repeat is not possible.

There are restrictions with reverse movement. Normally, however, they should not come into effect.

VISION 500 Page 120 Automatic Mode

Automatic Program Execution

The program is automatically processed when the start key is pressed.

Switch between machine coordinates and program coordinates display

Interrupt program, manual jogging during automatic mode (page 121)

Switch between forward and backward

The coordinates of the X-axis and Y-axis as well as the kerf value (K) and the current block number (N) are displayed on the left side of the screen. At any time during processing, it is possible to switch the display between program coordinates and machine coordinates.

For switching between forward and backward mode, the machine has to be stopped with the stop key.

The execution of a program can be terminated with the backpage key PI once the machine is in the stop state. All data that is necessary to continue the program, will be stored. It will still be available even if the machine power is switched off.


Program Interruption

A program can be stopped and interrupted at any point. After pressing the interruption key, the machine can be operated the same as in the manual jog mode. If the machine is jogged off of the program contour, there are two options for continuing the program. The program may be continued in its original location, by pressing backpage, or the program may be continued starting from the current location of the torch, by pressing Resume (F4).

H Switch between machine coordinates and program coordinates display.

Resume program processing without retracing jog movement. (page 120)

With the backpage key, program processing will be continued with a return to the original contour location.

When the start key is pressed, the machine moves to the point of the contour where the program was interrupted, and then stops. Now, cutting processes can be manually started. Pressing start again will continue processing.

6.2 Fixed Point Movements

VISION 500 Fixed Point Movements

Fixed points are machine coordinate locations that are defined in the machine constants. They should be set up at a point on the cutting table where most programs will be started. The machine can easily be sent directly to one of the fixpoints with the press of at button. Multiple fixpoints is an optional feature, not installed in all machines.

To move to a fixpoint, press F3 from the main Movement window.

Automatic mode

Fixed point movements (page 123)

Reference point movement

Trace / Trace Record (page 127)

VISION 500 Fixed Point Movements Page 123

Selecting Fixed Points

The standard design of the control offers two automatic fixed point movements:

Movement to program zero point and

Movement to fixed point of working range.

Move to program zero point

Move to fixed point of first working range

The highlighted key indicates which working range is currently active.

Press the start key to start movement. After completing the movement, the system will automatically return to the basic screen.

VISION 500 Page 124 Reference Point Movement

6.3 Reference Point Movement

The reference point (Home point) of the machine is defined by hardware limit switches on the gantry and rail system. The machine must be referenced each time the power is switched on, in order to enable features that require an absolute machine coordinate system, including fixpoints, software limits, and resuming programs after power fail.

Referencing the machine is done by pressing F4 in the Movement window.

Automatic mode.

Fixed point movements

Reference point movement. (page 125)

Trace 1 Trace Record

VISION 500 Reference Point Movement Page 125


The reference is lost when the machine power is switched off. Therefore, the reference point has to be set by moving over the reference point of each axis after switching on the machine. Depending on the design of the machine and the control system, two different types of referencing are.

IJI Adopt (only for machines without reference point system)

Manual Reference Point Movement

With the joystick, the operator selects the axis and pre-selects the direction for the movement to the reference point of the axis. The current direction is displayed in the top right corner of the screen. The movement is launched with the start key. The machine stops automatically after recognizing the reference point. The reference point of each axis is detected when the limit switch for that axis reaches its cam, and the the control then receives a zero pulse from the encoder. Therefore, the reference point measurement is as accurate as one encoder pulse.

VISION 500


No Reference Point System

When the machine is not equipped with a reference switches and cams, the reference point is defined manually. The axes are moved to a specific point as accurately as possible. This position is adopted as reference point by pressing the menu key adoption (FI).

VISION 500 Trace 1 Trace Record Page 127

6.4 Trace I Trace Record

If the VISION 500 is equipped with the optional opto-electronic tracing system, the control can be used for copying (Trace) and for digitizing (Trace Record) graphical patterns.

The tracer system moves the machine such that the tracer follows a line or an edge on a graphical pattern.

In the Trace Record mode, the control continuously records points along the contour in very short intervals. Some of them are then chosen and stored as scanning points.

While scanning, the control calculates an artificial line connecting the two most recent recorded points. The system then checks each following measuring point to see if it deviates to either side of the line by more than a preset tolerance, or if the distance since the last recorded point exceeds a preset limit. The last recorded point that meets both requirements is stored as contour point.

With this collected data, the control calculates a complete main program which can be processed in automatic mode.

In order to understand the following instructions, it is useful to know just a little about the tracer's behavior. The following discussion refers to a line movement. The same procedure applies for an edge movement.

In the Trace mode, the machine starts by moving in a preselected direction towards the line until the "eye" of the tracer recognizes the line.

The "eye" is the photo-electric sensor in the tracer. The area under the tracer eye is illuminated by a floodlight. The floodlight counteracts the influence of external lights and shadows.

When the tracer has recognized the line, the machine motion begins to follow the line according to the preselected direction, either turning to the left or to the right.

In trace mode, the machine movement stops at the end of the line. If the line has is a closed contour, tracing will continue indefinetely.

In the Trace Record mode, the system automatically recognizes the point at which the line was initially recognized and it ends the contour there.

VISION 500 Paae 128 Trace I Trace Record

Selecting the Function: Trace I Trace Record.

To select either Trace or Trace Record mode, press F6 from the main menu in the Movement window. The tracer system is an optional feature, so this icon will not appear on machines without the tracer system.

Automatic mode

Fixed point movement

Reference point movement

Trace I Trace Record. (page 129)


Selecting Trace 1 Trace Record

m Trace (Tracing the contour without recording) (page 130)

FI Trace Record (Tracing the contour with recording) (page 133)

VISION 500

Trace / Trace Record

6.4.1 Trace

Prior to tracing, set the tracing speed, kerf offset, and lineledge option.

SPEED CMMPMI: KERF CMMI:

m Confirm parameters and prepare to trace (page 131)

I@ma Toggle selection between line I edge


Feed:

Kerf:

is the feed rate at which the contour is scanned. During scanning, the feed rate can only be altered via the feed potentiometer.

The kerf value causes an offset of the machine to the side in relation to the scanning point in order to compensate for the width of the cutting tool.

Line / Edge If the line width of the pattern is more than 1 mm, "edge" mode must be used.


Start Tracing

Prior to starting tracing, the machine can be moved with the joystick in order to position the tracer or torches at the correct starting point. Press F1 to toggle between manual mode for joystick movement, or tracing mode.

Also prior to starting the trace, check the Trace RightlTrace Left toggle (F5) to make sure that the correct turn in direction is selected.

To start tracing, press F1 to toggle into the Trace mode. Press the joystick in the direction of the pattern to define the search direction. Press the start button to begin searching for the contour.

W Switch between manual control and tracing

1% Enter to the left I to the right

VISION 500 Page 132 Trace 1 Trace Record

Status displays during the tracing process:

El Searching contour

I Found contour. Scanning active.

The symbol "Searching contour" is displayed while the machine is moving in the search direction looking for the contour. During the search process, the axes are moved at half of the preset speed.

When the line has been found, the symbol "Found contour" is displayed. The machine will begin to move at the preset speed. Furthermore, the symbol for "forwards/backwards - switch" is displayed in the menu.

VISION 500 Trace I Trace Record Page 133

6.4.2 Trace Record Setup

The set up procedure for Trace Record requires several additional selections. First, a program name must be entered for the main program that will be generated by the control once the contour is traced. Selection must also be made for the tracing speed, lead-inllead-out definition, point-to-point distance, and line edge mode. When finished entering parameters, press Confirm (FI).

I ZCDEFGHI JKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ

IJI Confirm parameters, proceed to the Trace Record mode (page 136)

El Select lead-in type, straight or curved

Select lead-out type, straight or curved

IGI Enter lengths and angles for the lead-in (page 134)

Enter point-to-point distances (page 135)

Toggle selection between line 1 edge


Program: Name of the program under which the scanned contour should be stored. If a program with this name already exists, the newly scanned contour is added to it.

Feed: The feed rate at which the contour is scanned. During scanning, the feed rate can only be altered via the feed rate potentiometer.

Line I edge: If the line width is more than 1 mm, "edge" mode must be used.

VISION 500

Trace / Trace Record

Entering lengths and angles for the lead-in generation

The lead-in and lead-out for the generated program must be entered before tracing is done. These values will be used by the control after the contour has been recorded, and a lead-in and lead-out will be added to the program automatically.

Enter values for the length and angle of lead-in and lead-out in the inquiry box, as shown below. When finished entering, press Confirm (FI) to complete the entries and return to the Trace Record setup screen.

LEAD IN LENGTH LEAD-IN CMMI: 000010.0 LEAD-OUT CMMI: 000003.0

ANGLE LEAD-IN CDEGREE1:845 LEAD-OUT CDEGREEl045

Confirm entries and return to Trace Record setup (page 133)

No function.

VISION 500 Trace / Trace Record Page 135

Entering the Minimum Point-to-Point Distance

The minimum point-to-point distance is used by the control during tracing to determine when to record points. The larger the minimum point-to-point distance, the larger the smallest line sections. This is important because it will affect the quality of the playback when the generated main program is run. If the program is going to be run at high speed, longer point-to-point distances should be used. High speed cutting cannot be done if the recorded line sections are tos small. However, the contour is recorded with slightly higher precision with small - line sections.

PROGRAM : 1 SPEED CMMPMI :

MIN POINTDISTANCE CMMI: 000.6

Confirm parameters and return to setup screen (page 133)

No function.

Pane 136 VISION 500

Trace I Trace Record

Trace Record Mode

Once all the parameters have been entered, the trace record mode is entered. At this screen, the machine may be jogged to the starting location, turn-in direction is selected, an index point for the recorded program may be defined, and tracing may be started.

F1 allows the operator to switch to manual mode for jogging the machine into position to trace. This can be used in conjunction with F6 to record an index point for the generated main program. F5 is used to toggle between Turn-In Left and Turn-In Right. When ready to trace, press the joystick in the direction of the pattern to select a search direction, then press start.

m Switch between manual jog mode and Trace Record

1 Toggle selection between turn-in left I turn-in right

Record program index point

When Record Index Point (F6) is pressed, the control will add a straight movement from that point to the first point of the line recognized by the tracer. This allows the operator to record an index point, such as a point at the corner of the plate, from which the generated main program will be started.


Status displays during the Trace Record mode

Searching contour

Found contour. Scanning active.

Lost contour

Completed contour

If the Tra ce Record process has not yet been st with the joystick as in normal manual control.

arted, the machine can be moved

Prior to starting tracing, the search direction must be defined with the joystick. The tracing process may then be started by pressing the start key. The symbol "Searching contour" will be displayed. During the search process, the machine is moved at half of the preset speed.

When the line has been found, the symbol "Found contour" is displayed. The machine will then move at the preset speed.

The contour will be scanned and recorded until the machine recognizes that it has returned to the starting point of the scanning process. When the contour is completed the Trace Record process is automatically terminated and the recorded contour is stored as a main program in internal memory.

VISION 500 Page 138 Process Window

7 Process Window

The process window is used for controlling the cutting and marking processes.

Once the 24 volt power has been turned on, the process window may be accessed. The menu for each different cutting or marking process that is present on a machine will have a main level, and one or more option levels. Not all of the functions discussed in this chapter are available on every machine.

Only processes that are actually available on the machine are displayed.

In all levels of the process window, the main portion of the screen will display the XIY-coordinates and a the active and inactive stations.

The process menu that appears depends on which station is selected. If no stations are selected, the general options menu will be shown. If a station is selected, the process menu for the type of cutting tool on that station will be displayed. Pressing the Backpage key will access the General Options menu.

Within the process window, the currently selected process is always displayed in the top left corner next to the symbol for the process window. Below are the symbols for each process.

FI Plasma (page 140)

m Oxy-Fuel (page 142)

m Punch Marker (page 145)

rn Plasma Marker (page 147)

VISION 500 Process Window Page 139

The General Options Level

The General Options Level is used for additional process options. No other options are implemented at this time.

I7 Return to the currently selected process screen.

VISION 500 Page 140 Plasma Process

7.1 Plasma Process

Main Level of the Plasma Process

Go to option level (page 141)

AHC allow

AHC onloff

Preflow onloff (test preflow) Y

I _8_ I Plasma startlstop

If a process timer is running, it is displayed as graphical bar indicator.

7.2 Oxy Fuel Process

Main Level of the Oxy Fuel Process

Go to option level. (page 143)

M71 Process Stop

Edge Start

Oxy Fuel Cutting

Oxy Fuel High Preheat

Oxy Fuel Ignite

VISION 500 Oxy Fuel Proce~s

If a process timer is running, it is displayed as graphical bar indicator.

VISION 500 Oxy Fuel Process Page 143

Oxy Fuel - Option Levels

Go to additional option levels (page 144).

AHC allow

AHC onloff

M73. Process Stop

Travel

M70. Process Start

VISION 500 Page 144 Oxy Fuel Process

Oxy-Fuel Additional Option Levels

Water table low

Water table medium

Water table high

Punch AHC allow

Punch AHC onloff

Manual Punch Mark (for marker mounted on the Oxy-Fuel station)

VISION 500 Punch Mark Process Page 145

7.3 Punch Mark Process

Main Level of the Punch Mark Process

m Go to option level (page 146).

AHC allow

AHC onloff

If the process timer is on, it is displayed as graphical bar indicator.

VISION 500 Page 146 Punch Mark Process

Punch Mark - Option Levels

Water table low R Water table medium

1 Water table high

VISION 500 Plasma Mark Process Page 147

7.4 Plasma Marker Process

Main Level of the Plasma Marker Process

Go to option level. (page148)

AHC allow

AHC onloff

Plasma Marker startlstop

If a process timer is running, it is displayed as graphical bar indicator

VISION 500 Page 148 Plasma Mark Process

Plasma Marker - Option Levels

Water table low R Water table medium

1 1 Water table high

VISION 500 Station Control Window Page 149

8 Station Control Window

The Station Control window consists of two menus: station selection and station lift control.

The X/Y coordinates and the active and inactive stations are displayed in the station control window.

The number of displayed stations depends on the machine. The following screens show a machine with four cutting stations.

8.1 Station Selection

The stations are selected and cancelled by pressing the keys F1 through F6.

E Select or cancel station 1.

lal Select or cancel station 2.

Select or cancel station 3.

R Select or cancel station 4.

Select or cancel station 5 (if available).

Select or cancel station 6 (if available)

VISION 500

Station Control Window

8.2 Station Lift Control

This feature is only applicable to machines equipped with motorized torch lifters.

Station lift control is used to manually raise and lower the stations. The station to be moved is preselected with the keys F1 through F6. Pressing the key a second time cancels the preselection. The actual movement is done by pushing the joystick. Pushing the joystick down moves the preselected station down. Pushing the joystick up moves it up. Multiple stations can be selected and moved up or down at the same time. The sensitivity of the torch lifter to the movement of the joystick can be set with the MIP constant 34.

m Preselect station 1 for Iiftingllowering

If2 Preselect station 2 for liftingllowering

El Preselect station 3 for liftingllowering

1 ~ 1 Preselect station 4 for liftingllowering

H Preselect station 5 for Iiftingllowering (if available)

Preselect station 6 for Iiftingllowering (if available)

VISION 500 Timer Window Page 151

9 Timer Window

The Timer window is accessed at any time by pressing <SHIFT-Process Window>.

The Timer window allows the operator to set various timers used by the machine processes. The changes remain valid until another process is selected.

The current setting of each timer indicated by the bar indicator. The feed rate potentiometer and the joystick are used to scroll vertically within the display. Placing the cursor to the left of the bar indicator, marks the item selected to be changed. Changing the value is done by turning the feed rate potentiometer and SIMULTANEOUSLY pressing the F1 key. Turning to the right increases the value, to the left reduces the value. Some of the timers cannot be changed.

TIME DELAY UP TIME

TIME

Press and hold, then turn the feed rate potentiometer to change a setting.

timer

VISION 500 Page 152 Error Status Display

10 Error - Status Display

The Error-Status Display is accessed at any time by pressing <SHIFT-F6>.

This screen displays any Errors that have occurred and, if possible, additional information.

The name of the current or last processed program is indicated with PRG. BLC indicates the current block number of the processed program.

PRG BLC 0000

Delete error

Switch to status display (page 153)

VISION 500 Error - Status Display Page 153

Status Display

I yfl I Port reset

El Time setting (page 156)

24 Volt power. This symbol is displayed in the top right corner of the + screen when the 24 Volt power has been switched on. The voltage is switched on by pressing the key combination shiftlstart. This symbol will appear flashing if the 24 Volt power has not yet been turned on.


Reference. The letters to the right of this symbol indicate which axis b has already been referenced.






Feedhold. Motion is disabled. The machine cannot be operated.

Memory Reset. For clearing resetting the battery backed up memory.

0 Time. For setting the time kept by the system clock.

Stop time. Highlighted symbol indicates that stop time parameter is 101 active.


Auxiliary function. Highlighted symbol indicates that a process M- code is being executed, such as torch ignition.

Feed rate reduction. Highlighted symbol indicates that feed reduction is active.

Emergency stop. Highlighted symbol indicates that emergency stop is active.

X-axis Motion blocked. Highlighted symbol indicates that movement of X-axis is blocked.

Y-axis Motion blocked. Highlighted symbol indicates that movement of Y-axis is blocked.


Time Setting

Setting the time. The adjustment is done with the joystick and feed rate potentiometer.

No adoption


Display of Version Number

SERIENNUMMER 0999 I SYSTEM U2.52C

ALFE VERSION ---- HIP VERSION LTEC-2 V.14.03.95

8031 OS 2.66A 8031 BOOT 1.0

system (ANC41. EXE) Serial number: Control number Svstem: Version number of the basic A ~ F E Version: Version number of optional tracer system MIP version: Version number of the MIP program (MIP41 .MIP) 8031 0s : Operating system number of the sub system

(NOS8031. BIN) 8031 Boot: Version number of the boot loader of the sub system

(BOOT8031. HEX)

VISION 500 Page 158 Index

11 lndex

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Volt power 16. 153 Auxiliary function

replace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Backpage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Block number

search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . setting start block in auto 112

Boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . information 11

input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 inquiry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Break in E-stop chain 49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cable Error 37

Computer Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Control Panel 2

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controller release ; 16. 154 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Data window 5. 66

Delete editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 main programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Letter line 100

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End function 45 Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Error Status Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 152 Feed rate

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . setting in automatic mode 112 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Feed release 16, 154

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fixed point movements 122 Floppy Disk Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Frequency Error 36 Graphics

standard shapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Homing the machine 124

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Individual screen description 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Information boxes 11

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Input boxes 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inquiry boxes 12

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Internal memory 87 Joystick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Kerf

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . setting in automatic mode 112 Key

menu extension . . . . 4

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . shiftlbackpage 4 Lead-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Letterline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Line I edge 133 LoopError . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Main programs

delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual control 108

Mark (program lines) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum radius 50

Minimum point-to-point distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Movement Window 5. 107

OxyFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . activating options 143

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AHC allow 143, 148

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AHC onloff 143, 148 Cutting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Edgestart 142 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High Preheat 142

Ignite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M70 143

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M71 Process Stop 142 M73 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 mainlevel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142, 147 Process Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Process Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Parameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . automatic mode 112

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . standard shapes 94 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parameter window 151

Plasma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . activating options 141

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AHC (Automatic hight control) allow 140 AHConIoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . option levels 141 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Preflow onloff 140

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . startlstop 140 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . test preflow 140

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Plasma Mark 147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . activating options 147, 148

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AHC (Automatic hight control) allow 147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AHC onloff 147

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . startlstop 147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . water table 148

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Plate alignment 11 2, 11 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Point-to-point distance 135

Powerfailure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Prekerf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Process control 138 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Process main level 138

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Process values 151 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Process Window 5. 138

Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . automatic 120

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Program Dimension Overflow 46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Program editor 96

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Program input-output 66 UDL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Program interruption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Program line length 35

Program zero point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Programs

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . directory 87 Punch Mark

Activating options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AHC (Automatic hight control) allow 145

AHConIoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual 145

Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reference point movement 124

Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . controller 16, 154

feed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 154 SPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 154

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Repetitions 117 Rotation

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . setting in automatic mode 112 Running programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Scale

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . setting in automatic mode 112 Screen description

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . general 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . individual 13

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Search direction 132 ServiceWindow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Servicing mode 45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shapelibrary 90

Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . setting in automatic mode 112

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SPS release 16, 154 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Standard shapes 90

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Station Selection W~ndow 6, 149

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Station UpIDown Window 6, 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Status display 152

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step and repeat 112 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Symbol overview 14

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Time setting 156

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Timer Window 5. 151 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trace I Trace Record 127

Trace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trace Record 133

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turn voltage on 53

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Type of lead-in 133 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UDL 68

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Voltage. turning on 24 volts 16. 153 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Watchdog Error 48

Water Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . high level 141. 144. 146

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . low level 141. 144. 146 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . medium level 141. 144. 146

Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . data 3. 5. 66

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . error status 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Function range 5

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . movement 3. 5. 107. 122 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . process 3. 5. 138

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . service 3. 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . station selection 3. 6. 149

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . station upldown 3. 6. 150 Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 .5 . 151

VISION 500 Diagnostic and Service Windows

SECTION 2:

DIAGNOSTIC AND SERVICE

WINDOWS

SERVICE MODE DIAGNOSTIC CAPABI LIT1 ES CONSTANT DESCRIPTIONS

VISION 500 Contents

Contents

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Symbol Overview I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1 Service window 1

1.2 LCDTest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3 MIP Signal Display 3

1.4 AFIKF Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5 Synchronization Display 5

1.6 Mini Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2 Service Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 2.1 Constant Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 2.2 Station Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 2.3 Speed Measurement and Rotational Speed Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 2.4 Creating a Copy of the System Floppy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 2.5 Formatting a Floppy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

3 Diagnostic Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 3.1 Loop Error Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 3.2 LCD Contrast Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 3.3 MIP Signal Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 3.4 AF-KF Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 3.5 Display of Synchronization Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 3.6 Mini Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

. 4 Error Status Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

5 Operating System Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 5.1 Files of the system floppy disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 5.2 System Constants (SYS.KON) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 5.3 Machine constants (MASKON) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4 MIP Constants (MIP KON) 57 5.5 Device constants (DEV.KON) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 5.6 Station constants (STATxx.KON) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . 66

5.6.1 Station constants (STATxx.KON)/ATHC 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 5.6.2 Station constants (STATxx.KON)/AMAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 5.6.3 Station constants (STATxx.KON)/ASIOMB3 . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

5.7 Configuration file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Index 89


1 Symbol Overview

I I Service window


Constant editor. For editing machine, device, system and MIP -- constants, as well as, displaying the configuration.

Station parameters. For editing station parameters, as well as, sending the parameters.

u Speed Measurement. For determining the velocity of the axes.

Rotational speed display. For displaying the revolutional speed per axis with adjustable voltage supply.

M Impulse. Clocked voltage supply for drive optimization.

H+U System floppy disk. For creating a second system floppy disk

H55 Formatting. For formatting a floppy disk in drive B.

Insert floppy disk. Request for confirmation with the functions that create system floppy disks and format floppy disks. Insert floppy disk in drive B.


I Symbol Overview

1 .I Service window


Constant editor. For editing machine, device, system and MIP -- constants, as well as, displaying the configuration.

Station parameters. For editing station parameters, as well as, sending the parameters.

u Speed Measurement. For determining the velocity of the axes.

Rotational speed display. For displaying the revolutional speed per axis with adjustable voltage supply.

m Impulse. Clocked voltage supply for drive optimization.

B.8 System floppy disk. For creating a second system floppy disk

B 5 Formatting. For formatting a floppy disk in drive B.

n.1 Insert floppy disk. Request for confirmation with the functions that create system floppy disks and format floppy disks. Insert floppy disk in drive B.


1.2 LCD Test (ShiftIFl)

LCD Test. Contrast minus.

(# + LCD Test. Contrast plus.

LCD Test. Display of basic font. All black, all white.


1.3 MIP Signal Display (ShiftIF2)

Signal display window. This symbol is displayed in the top left corner of the screen when the window of the MIP signal display is the active window.

BIT1 Display of the data bus input signals.

BIT0 Display of the data bus output signals.

APEP Display of static input and output.

USER Display of internal MIP signals.

512.. Display of MIP signals higher than 512.

c 0 Force. For forcing value 0. 11111111

C -1 Force. For forcing value 1. 11111111

1111mrm1 Force off. For cancelling the force instruction. )I


1.4 AFIKF Control (ShiftlF3)

AFIKF. Display of the last 16 auxiliary and key functions. This symbol is displayed in the top left corner of the screen when the AFIKF control window is the active window.

AF. For displaying the last 16 Auxiliary Functions sent to the MIP. 1-

IL KF. For displaying the last 16 Key Functions sent to the MIP


I .5 Synchronization Display (ShiftlF4)

Synchronization control. This symbol is displayed in the top left corner of the screen when the window of synchronization control is the active window.

%* ASIOB. For deleting the display of maximum value.

%P Panel. For deleting the display of maximum value.


I .6 Mini Operating System (ShiftlF5)

Mini operating system. For displaying internal M M addresses. This symbol is displayed in the top left corner of the screen when the window of the mini operating system is the active window.

Mini operating system. For switching between the displays of byte, word, long.

Mini operating system. For switching to absolute addresses.

Mini operating system. For changing the value.

VISION 500 Service Window Page 7

2 Service Window

The Service Window is accessed by pressing <SHIFT-DATA WINDOW>. This window provides access to the machine constants, the speed measurement tests, the system disk copy utility, and floppy disk formatting utility.

Constant editor.

Speed measurement.

F13( Create system floppy disk.

p///1 Format floppy disk.

Constant Editor

For editing machine constants (page 8) For editing device constants (page 8) For editing system constants (page 8) For editing MIP constants (page 8) For editing the configuration (page 8) For editing station constants (page 13)

Speed Measurement

For determining the axis speed (page 18) Rotational speed display (page 20)

Creating A System Floppy

For creating a backup copy of the system floppy disk (page 21)

Formatting A Floppy (page 23)

VISION 500

Editing Constants

2.1 Constant Editor

The control is adapted to the machine and it's environment by means of various constants and parameters. Constants and parameters are stored in the internal memory.

Constants should be set up once during the installation of the machine, but may require changing in order to adapt to changing demands on the machine.

Descriptions of the each of the constants and their meanings start on page 41.

To access the constants, press <SHIFT-DATA WINDOW. This will bring you to the Service Screen shown below. The constants editor is then accessed by pressing F1.

Constant editor. (page 9)

Speed measurement.

Create system floppy disk.

Format floppy disk.

VISION 500 Editing Constants Page 9

Selecting Constants

The constants are divided into six groups:

- Machine constants for moving the machine - Device constants for external devices - System adaption - MIP constants - System - configuration constants (only display) - Parameters of the stations (does not apply to all machines)

After selecting the Constants Editor, select from one of the categories as listed below by pressing F1 through F6. Refer to the page numbers shown below for descriptions of the constants.

Machine constants (page 41)

Device constants (page 61)

System constants (page 48)

MIP constants (page 57)

Additional constants

Station parameters (page 13)

~g MK SYS CON MIP +

VISION 500 Page 10 Editing Constants

Configuration constants

The Configuration Constants may be displayed, but cannot be changed.

Fl configuration constants - cannot be changed - (page 88)

FIG 1

VISION 50'0 Editing Constants Page 11

Editing Constants - Machine Constants: An Example

All constants and parameters are treated the same way. The example below shows the screen as it appears while editing the machine constants. Device, system, and MIP constants are treated the same way. The configuration constants cannot be changed.

X EXIST Y EXIST FREE P EXIST X +,-ROTAT Y +/-ROTAT FREE P +,-ROTAT YES

I ON ION

ION

End editing procedure. If changes have been made, the changes will be saved automatically.

The identification character is in the top line, indicating which constants are being displayed. The symbols are carried over from the preceding menu.

The following eight lines list, in extracts, eight of the constants at a time.

The first number at the left is the number of the constants. In some cases, the constants are displayed in a different order.

The colon is followed by the actually value stored in that parameter. The meaning of the digits can be defined differently for each constant.

The remaining part of the line is the description of the parameter. The description does not have any effect, it is only displayed for identification purposes.

Use the F1 and F2 keys to page up and down through the list by one page (8 lines) at a time. Use the ENTER key to move down through the list one line at a time.

VISION 500 Page 12 Editing Constants

The bottom line shows the type of values that are acceptable for each constant.

Text Character Set

O=NO / I=YES 0 and 1 Decimal entry from <n> to en>, with signs 0 to 9, +/- Positive entry from <n> to <n> 0 to 9 Hexadecimal entry 0 to F Binary entry 0 and 1 No entry

Every entry is checked to verify that it is within the correct scope. If necessary, it is limited to the maximum value. No entry indicates that these constants cannot be changed.

VISION 500 Setting Station Parameters Page 13

2.2 Station Parameters

Stations are adapted to their tasks by means of parameters. The station parameters are stored on the system disk, and loaded into memory for each station.

To initialize the stations, select the Service Screen by pressing <SHIFT-DATA WINDOW>. From the Service Screen, select the Constants Editor, as shown below.

Constant editor (page 14)

Speed measurement

b+d Create system floppy disk.

1 Format floppy disk

VISION 500 Page 14 Setting Station Parameters

Selecting Constant Editor

From the Constant Editor screen, select F6 for the Station Parameters.

Machine constants

Device constants

System constants

MI P constants

Additional constants

Station parameters (page 15)

VISION 500 Setting Station Parameters Page 15

Station Parameters

Highlight each station that is installed on the machine, then press F l to store that station's parameters.

The control is designed to handle a maximum of six torch stations. The "stations" 13, 14 and 15 are actually not real stations, but may be used to store additional process parameters.

w u u w u u uuu E l 2 3 4 5 6 l3 1) l5

Send parameters to selected station (page 16)

Edit parameters of selected station (page 17)

Sending Parameters To Selected Station

VISION 500 Setting Station Parameters

Parameters are only sent to a station if this station supports a process, i.e. the first station constant (SYSTEM CONFIG LIFTSTATION) indicates whether or not the station supports a process, and if yes, which process the corresponding station supports. If the value is 0, the station does not support a process.

In case of successful sending (positive station response), a so-called derivation for this station takes place. The station is added to the process screens. The process that the station supports is activated so that it can be preselected and launched.

If this function is executed for a station that does not support any process (first station constant = 0, or no constant file is available for this station) only the above mentioned derivation (no sending) will take place. If the station was visible on the screen. it is made invisible. If the process that the station supported, is not available on any other station, it is deactivated (the process can no longer be preselected and launched).

VISION 500 Settina Station Parameters Page 17

Editing Parameters

The description of the constants regarding content starts on page 41.

SYSTEM-CONFIG LIFTSTAT KU SENSOR 1 € 8-39) KU SENSOR 2 < 8-93> KU ARC-UOLTAGE € 8-99) KU ANALOGSENSOR < 8-99> MIN. STANDOFF SENS1 MIN. STANDOFF SENSZ .MIN. STANDOFF ARC UOLT

End editing procedure

The bottom line shows the type of entry and the scope per constant.

Text Character Set O=NO 1 1 =YES 0 and 1 Decimal entry from <n> to <n> +, -, 0 to 9 Positive entry from <n> to <n> 0 to 9 Hexadecimal entry 0 to F Binary entry 0 and 1 No entry

The constant that is to be edited in this window, can be selected with the joystick and feed potentiometer.

Every entry is checked to find out whether the value is within the scope. If necessary, it is limited to the maximum value.

When the changes have been adopted, the data is stored and then sent automatically to the corresponding station.

VISION 500

Speed Measurement And Rotational Speed Display

2.3 Speed Measurement and Rotational Speed Display

These two displays can be used to assist in adjusting the machine's drive speeds. Proper adjustment of the drive speeds is very important for proper operation of the position control system. These displays provide accurate measurement and display of the drive speeds, with either fully automatic or fully manual speed measurement.

To access the Speed Measurement or Rotational Speed Displays, begin at the Service Screen by pressing <SHIFT-DATA WINDOW>. From the Service Screen, press F2 as shown-below.

@ R Constant editor

Speed measurement (page 1 9)

Create system floppy disk

Format floppy disk

VISION 500 Speed Measurement And Rotational Speed Display Page 19

Speed Measurement Display

The Speed Measurement Display appears, as shown below. This display allows automatic measurement of the axis speeds.

Press F1 to automatically measure and display the speed setting of the X axis

Press F2 to automatically measure and display the speed setting of the Y axis.

CAUTION: The machine will move all by itself as soon as these buttons are pressed. Take precautions to avoid injury. Make sure no one is touching or working on the machine prior to accessing this display.

When these buttons are pressed, the machine will move approximately 2 inches in the positive direction, then approximately 2 inches in the negative direction. It will then stop and display the maximum drive speed for that axis. The test may be repeated as necessary when adjusting the drive speeds.

mu +02602

m Measure speed of X-axis

Measure speed of Y-axis

1 1 Rotational Speed Display (page 20)

Press the backpage key to store the measured speed values in the FI machine constants.

Rotational Speed Display

VISION 500 Speed Measurement And Rotational Speed Display

The Rotational Speed Display allows for completely manual measurement of the drive speeds. This display allows the operator to set a desired output voltage to be sent directly to the drives. The control then displays the actual drive speed, based on the encoder feedback. This test does not stop automatically, and must be run with the drives disengaged.

To access this test, press F6 from the Speed Measurement Display. The screen below will appear.

R Select X-axis

Select Y-axis

Output square-wave-sig nal

Press F1 to test the X axis, press F2 to select the Y axis. The voltage that is output to the drives is adjusted by the speed potentiometer. It is advisable to start the test with the voltage set to zero, to avoid a hard start when the button is pressed. The current speed is displayed on the screen, based on the actual encoder feedback. The accuracy of this speed depends on the correct value being entered in the machine constants for the axis encoder count. Voltage output is stopped by deselecting an axis. A square wave output is provided for drive optimization. The voltage level is variable. The frequency amounts to approx. 1Hz. This feature should only be used by a technician.

VISION 500 Copying The System Floppy Page 21

2.4 Creating a Copy of the System Floppy

The service window provides a utility for making copies of the system disk, if the secondary floppy disk drive was purchased.

Press <SHIFT-DATA WINDOW> to select the Service Window. From this window press F5, as shown below, to select the disk copy utility.

FI Constant editor

1 ~ 1 Speed measurement

Create system floppy disk (page 22)

Format floppy disk

VISION 500 Page 22 Copy The System Floppy

Copying the System Floppy

Insert 1.44 MB floppy disk in drive 2. Press F1 to start the copying process.

ESAB fTf

Start copying process

Do not start copying process

Since the floppy disk is formatted during the copying process, it is not possible to cancel the process after it has been started. If the disk is removed from the drive during copying, an error message will be displayed and the disk will not contain usable data.

VISION 500 Copying The System Floppy Page 23

2.5 Formatting a Floppy

To access the formatting utility, press <SHIFT-DATA WINDOW> to access the Service Window. Press F6 from the menu shown below to format a floppy disk.

Constant editor

Speed measurement

Create system floppy disk

Format floppy disk (page 24)

VISION 500 Page 24 Copy The System Floppy

Formatting a Floppy

Insert 1.44 MB floppy disk in drive 2, then press F? to start the formatting process.

ESAB 7 ' 7

'%f Start formatting process

111 Do not start formatting process

Do not cancel formatting process. Do not remove disk from drive during formatting process. Otherwise the disk cannot be used.

VISION 500 Diagnostic Features Page 25

3 Diagnostic Features

The diagnostic windows provide support for fault location in the case of service, as well as a system status display. These modes should normally be operated only by a service technician.

The following functions are available:

SHIFTIF1 Loop Error Display (page 26) LCD contrast adjustment (page 27)

SHIFTIF2 MIP signal display (page 28)

SHIFTIF3 AF I KF control (page 30)

SHI FTlF4 Display synchronization error (page 31)

SHI FTlF5 Mini operating system (page 32)

SHI FTIFG Error I status display (page 34)

VISION 500 Page 26 Diagnostic Features

3.1 Loop Error Display

This display shows the current following error in encoder pulses, as well as the maximum error per axis. The maximum value is stored until cleared by pressing F4. This allows measurement of the maximum loop error that was reached over a period of time.

RJli 88388

LOUP ERROR MAX UALUE x 8000 1 Br3B43 \ * i 08008 80c?83

F' 8c3088 88838

I 4 Delete display of maximum value

m Switch to LCD contrast setting (page 27)

VISION 500 LCD-Test Page 27

3.2 LCD Contrast Adjustment

The contrast of the LCD screen can be adjusted in the <SHIFT/FI> diagnostic window. In addition, it is possible to test the screen operation.

Increase contrast

Reduce contrast

Test screen (FONT, BLACK,WHITE)

Return to deviation display (page 26)

CAUTION: It is possible to adjust contrast to the point that nothing is visible on the screen. The setting remains even after the machine has been switched off. Be sure not to adjust the contrast to the point that the screen is not visible.

VISION 500 Page 28 MIP Signal Display

3.3 MIP Signal Display

The MIP signal display is for checking the MIP behavior. Input and output can be monitored and the signals that correspond with the control can be seen. It is possible to force signals (value forcing).

Positioning the cursor is done with the joystick and the feed rate potentiometer.

The inverse key indicates which of the signal groups is displayed.

ASlOB output

ASlOB input

Static input and output

Force value 0 at cursor position


Cancel forced value

If the value for a signal is forced, this value is displayed inverse.

VISION 500 MIP Signal Display Page 29

More Key of the MIP Signal Display

MIP signal

MIP signal higher than 512



Cancel forced value

VISION 500 Page 30 AK-KF Display

3.4 AF-KF Display

Display of the last 16 Auxiliary Functions and Key Functions that were sent to the MIP. The Key Functions (KF) are displayed on the left side of the screen. The Auxiliary Functions (AF) are displayed on the right side of the screen. Error messages of the ATHC are displayed in the far right column of the screen in form of auxiliary functions to the MIP.

The arrow on the left side of a column indicates that the function is included in the internal list. The arrow on the right side of the column indicates that the function has been excluded from the internal list for the MIP.

If both arrows point away from the column, the MIP does not take anymore key or auxiliary fun.ctions. .

F1 Send a key function to the MIP

Send an auxiliary function to the MIP

Dl Return to previous window

VISION 500 Synchronization Error Page 31

3.5 Display of Synchronization Errors

This display should only be used by a service technician.

Percentage display (0-1 00) of ASlOB or panel synchronization errors (interferences, etc..). Interferences with more than 30 percent are indicated by an additional error message.

Next to the bar display, there is a display of the maximum value.

m Delete display of ASlOB maximum value

1 Delete display of panel maximum value

VISION 500 Page 32 Mini Operating System

3.6 Mini Operating System

Individual data areas of the control can be monitored and changed by means of the mini operating system.

In this case, detailed knowledge of the RAM distribution is necessary. This function is only for use by a service technician.

In two independent lines, memory addresses can be entered. The step size for incrementing and decrementing is always entered in bytes.

If addresses outside of the data segment are to be displayed, then the address of the data segment has to be entered in the column "MAP DS", and the segment address of the memory in the first column of the display line. Addresses are to be taken from the ANC41 .MAP file.

For a display within the data segment these two values have to be kept on ZERO.

I HAP CIS: BOB8 STEP I

Switch to word, long or byte display

Decrement address by step size

Increment address by step size

Set value

Switch to absolute addresses (hardware)

VISION 500 Mini Operating System Page 33

Certain memory addresses can be accessed directly via an index. For this, enter "F000" in the first column (segment address). In the second column (offset) enter the index of the desired memory address according to the following list.

The "MAP DS'value is not relevant for this display. Switching to absolute addresses does not have any effect, either.

Description

Deviation in encoder units (32 bit) X-axis Y-axis P-axis

Voltage of deviation share 7FFF = 10 volt (16 bit) X-axis Y-axis P-axis

Voltage of speed pick-up Vmax axis (MC) = 8 volt (16 bit) X-axis Y-axis P-axis

Total voltage output of deviation share and speed pick-up (16 bit) X-axis Y-axis P-axis

Actual values in encoder units (32 bit) X-axis Y-axis P-axis

Tool path feed rate in [mil] (32 bit) X-axis Y-axis

VISION 500 Page 34 Error - Status Display

4 Error - Status Display

The Error-Status Display is accessed at any time by pressing <SHIFT-F6>.

This screen displays any Errors that have occurred and, if possible, additional information.

The name of the current or last processed program is indicated with PRG. BLC indicates the current block number of the processed program.

I FtRG BLC 0000 I

Delete error

Switch to status display (page 35)

Switch to version number display (page 38)


Status Display

I F~ I Port reset

El Time setting (page 37)

24 Volt power. This symbol is displayed in the top right corner of the ] screen when the 24 Volt power has been switched on. The voltage is

switched on by pressing the key combination shiftlstart. This symbol will appear flashing if the 24 Volt power has not yet been turned on.


Reference. The letters to the right of this symbol indicate which axis b has already been referenced.

Drive Enable X. Indicator for drive enable in the X-axis. If this @ symbol is not displayed, the drive is not enabled. The machine cannot be operated along the X-axis.

VISION 500

Error - Status Display

A, Drive Enable Y. Indicator for drive enable in the Y-axis. If this

'LC symbol is not displayed, the machine cannot be operated along the Y- axis.

System Processing Enable. lndicator for System Processing Enable. @ If this symbol is not displayed, no program codes or key functions will

be processed.

Motion Enable. lndicator for motion enable. Motion Enable is set by @ the machine interface.

r7 Feedhold. Motion is disabled. The machine cannot be operated.

Memory Reset. For clearing and resetting the battery backed up memory.

{T Time. For setting the time kept by the system clock. C

Stop time. Highlighted symbol indicates that stop time parameter is F I active.

Auxiliary function. Highlighted symbol indicates that a process M- WI code is being executed, such as torch ignition.

Feed rate reduction. Highlighted symbol indicates that feed I/MIPI reduction is active.

Emergency stop. Highlighted symbol indicates that emergency stop 1[5TOPlJ is active.

X-axis Motion blocked. Highlighted symbol indicates that movement of X-axis is blocked.

Y-axis Motion blocked. Highlighted symbol indicates that movement ofY-axisis blocked.


Time Setting

Setting the time. The adjustment is done with the joystick and feed rate potentiometer.

Adopt time

No adoption

VISION 500

Error - Status Display

Display of Version Number

SERIENNUMMER 0999 SYSTEM U2 .52C

ALFE UERS ION ---- MIP VERSION LTEC-2 U.14.03.95

Serial number: Control number System: Version number of the basic system (ANC41 .EXE) ALFE Version: Version number of the optional tracing system MIP version: Version number of the MIP program (MIP41.MIP) 8031 0 s : Operating system number of the sub system

(NOS8031. BI N) 8031 Boot: Version number of the boot loader of the sub system

(BOOT8031. HEX)

VISION 500 Constant Descriptions Page 39

5 Operating System Software

The operating system software of the VISION 500 is on a floppy disk with the format 3.5", High Density, 1.44MB.

The system programs occupy approximately 400KB so that there is approximately IMB available for processing the customer's part programs. The customer's programs are written on the disk by the control. However, it is also possible to write such programs on the system floppy disk under DOS (MS DOS or others) with a compatible PC.

5.1 Files of the system floppy disk

The following is a listing of the files that reside on the operating system disk.

Name

ATAS ANC41 BOOT8031 BOS8031 NOS8031 LCD LCDMl P MIP41 ALL

ANCDEF DEV SYS MAS MI P MAKROS DEF PARAM

STAT01 STAT02 STAT03 STAT04 STAT05 STAT06 STAT1 3 STAT1 4 STAT1 5

EIA ESSl ALL-

Ext Type

SYS B EXE B HEX B BIN B BIN B GOM B GOM B MIP B SHP B

KON A/B KON A KON A KON A KON A DEF A TEC A CUT A

KON A KON A KON A KON A KON A KON A KON A KON A KON A

DEF BIA BUG A

Description

Boot loader for ANC System file VISION 500 Boot loader for 8031 Subsystem 8031 (ABIMBO) Subsystem 8031 (ATHC 2) System user interface Process user interface Machine interface program Standard shape library

Add-ons configuration Device constants System constants Machine constants MI P constants Macro key definitions Technology definitions Technology data

Constants station 1 Constants station 2 Constants station 3 Constants station 4 Constants station 5 Constants station 6 Constants central station 1 Constants central station 2 Constants central station 3

EIA definition file Character generator library

VISION 500 Page 40 Constant Descriptions

In the list above, Type B indicates a binary file and Type A an ASCll file. ASCll files can be read with any ASCll text editor.

Constants are located on the system floppy only for those stations that are actually installed on the machine. This is also true for add-ons that need a data record.

The file ANCDEF.KON determines the expansion of the control with add-ons. This file should not be altered. Doing so could disrupt the functioning of the control.

The remaining files with the extension "KON", as well as the files MACROS.DEF, DEF.TEC and PARAM.CUT contain constants and settings that are defined during the installation of the machine. They cannot be altered during operation. Exceptions are marked and, if necessary, they can be adapted by the user of the machine.


5.2 System Constants (SYS.KON)

List of system constants

DECIMAL POINT SPEED

TYPE KERF CALCULATION

ENCODER SIMULATION

MIP SIMULATION

CIRCLE MODE

DECIMAL POINT NIY 011

MM OR INCH 011

EIA KEYS

PROCESS HANDLING

CUTTING PACKAGE RESET

STANDARD SHAPE IN EIA

BASETEXT

LUBRICATION [MI

PANELPOSITION

ESABILTEC LOGO (011 )

DOWNLOAD CONFIGURATION

ERROR WAITING TIME

STEP AND REPEAT DIRECTION

CUSTOMER

BUS VERSION

EMERGENCY STOP

PANEL

ASlOB

WATCHDOG

NOlSC2685 (011)

NO1 NTllNTOlINT5 (01112)

NOIDIOITEST (011 12)

405 (011)


Description of the system constants

1 Decimal point speed

In Europe speed is programmed and displayed in millimeter per minute. In USA speed unit is inch per minute. For lower speed it is possible to set a decimal point for the speed input. If this constant is "I", speed input gets a decimal point and the smallest value is 1/10 inch per minute.

3 Type of kerf calculation

The procedure of the kerf calculation can be controlled with this constant. The following input values can be entered in form of a sum in order to combine characteristics.

Enables collision checking.

Small segments of arcs with a height smaller than 1/10 mm are interpreted as a line. This measure prevents collision of the offset contours with the programmed segment for small arcs.

Forces a linear movement from the last point with disabled kerf compensation to the first point with enabled kerf compensation. A jump in form of a line with half of the kerf value will not be generated.

Movement proceeds from the last kerf calculated point of a contour directly to the following first point without kerf if kerf is not enabled. Here again, no line with half of the kerf length from the corrected point to the same point uncorrected will be generated.

Encoder simulation

For testing purposes, control functions can be simulated without encoders. The target point of a contour is taken as actual point. Position control as well as reference point movement are not relevant.

5 MIP simulation

In order to override certain actions of the existing MIP program enter the following settings.

1 MIP is not able to cancel the feed release.

2 Error messages generated by MIP are not displayed.

In order to enable both settings, add the values.


6 Circle mode

The interpretation of circle center point coordinates for EIA programs is set with this constant.

0 Standard interpretation. Circle center point coordinates are programmed absolute or incremental to the starting point in dependence of the path conditions.

1 Circle center points coordinates are always incremental to the starting point independent of path conditions.

2 Missing circle center point coordinates are supplemented, assuming that the arc is always within a quadrant.

7 Decimal point

Programming decimal points in EIA format.

0 No decimal point in EIA format is expected. Coordinate values are interpreted according to machine constant 49 as IIlOmm, 11100mm or 111 000 inch.

1 A decimal point in EIA format is expected. For a missing point, all values are interpreted in millimeter or inch units.

8 MM or INCH

In certain texts, mm, mmlmin or in, inlmin is displayed. In the system, these texts exist only once. The dimension is only entered alternatively. The constant controls the insertion of the dimension.

0 mm or mmlmin text displays.

1 in or inlmin text displays.


9 ElA - Keys

In Europe normal programming format is ESSI. Therefore (+) - Key is more used then (.) - Key. In EIA format (.) - Key is more used than the (+) - Key.

Input Keys

10 Process handling

Whenever the control is switched on, the process used last is activated and the corresponding stations are selected.

0 At system start, activate stations and process automatically / switch on turn- on voltage.

1 No process active after system start (American version)

11 Cutting package reset

To ignore the last loaded cutting package file (SDP) and the changed cutting package values stored in battery RAM, set parameter to "1".

28 Representation of standard shapes in ESSIIEIA

Standard shapes are processed in ESSl format. Usually, they also generate programs in ESSl format. If the add-on "EIA format" is installed, main programs can also be evaluated in EIA format.

0 Program evaluation

1 Program evaluation

in ESSl format.

in EIA format.

VISION 500 Constant Descri~t ions Page 45

29 Basetext

If there are many languages available on the numeric control, you choose one by using this parameter.

30 Lubrication

If the machine is equipped with an automatic lubrication, the control adds up the distances, which all axes are moving. If one axis reaches the limit, the MIP is informed to do a automatic lubrication.

48 Panelposition

0 Panel is fixed on the left side of the machine.

1 Panel is fixed on the right side of the machine

The order of the stations on the screen is changed.

49 ESABIL-TEC LOGO

0 The used logo of the control is "ESAB".

1 The used logo of the control is "L-TEC".

Function is only active for customer "L-TEC".

50 Download configuration

0 Control is waiting for an answer of the station after sending statxx.Kon file.

1 Control not waiting for an answer of the station after sending statxx.kon file.

Parameter is hexadecimal (e.g. "000F"= stations one to four no answer expected).

51 Error waiting time

When an error has been displayed and its elimination confirmed by the operator, the system tries to eliminate the error. Whether an error can be deleted or not, depends on the type of error and its generation, for example, on the reaction of the hardware. In some cases, an error will be generated again immediately after

VISION 500

Constant Descriptions

the system has tried to eliminate the error. Then, there will not be a further message to the operator, but the error indicator will remain in the background. The waiting time (in units of 16 ms) prevents the display of the same error within this time period.

52 Step and Repeat direction

0 Repetitions are left next to each other

1 Repetitions are right next to each other.

54 Customer

0 ESAB-HANCOCK

1 L-TEC

55 BUS version

Information on the hardware connected to ASIOB.

0 ATHC-2 card (intelligent station) at the ASIOB.

1 ABIMBO connected to the ASIOB (American version).

57 Emergency stop simulation

For testing purposes, the emergency stop effect in the program system of the control can be blocked with this constant. This constant does not have any influence on the emergency stop behavior of the hardware.

58 Panel simulation

A missing or defective control panel does not allow further operation of the control. All movements are prevented immediately (value zero). For testing purposes, the control can also be operated by a regular PC keyboard. Error messages and their effects on a missing control panel are suppressed with a "1" in this constant.

59 ASIOB simulation

1 Error messages in hardware are ignored.


60 Watchdog Simulation

For testing purposes, dead man messages of the hardware are not taken into account.

Setting for simulating the D l0 card.

0 D l 0 card does not exist. All access to the D l0 data area (battery RAM, dual port) is prevented. All corresponding functions are replaced as far as possible (the work of the 8031 processor CANNOT be taken on.).

1 D l0 card exists.

2 At system start, the system checks whether a D l 0 exists or is set correspondingly. This option requires that no other card/ RAM is located in the address area D000:0000 to D000:FFFF.

This constant must be 1.

VISION 500


5.3 Machine constants (MAS.KON)

List of machine constants.

X EXISTENT I10

Y EXISTENT I10

P EXISTENT I10

X ENCODER ROTATION DIRECTION 011

Y ENCODER ROTATION DIRECTION 011

P ENCODER ROTATION DIRECTION 011

X LA [IISEC]

Y LA [IISEC]

P LA [IISEC]

X SPEEDl8V [MMIMIN]

Y SPEEDl8V [MMIMIN]

P SPEEDl8V [MMIMIN]

X PULSES11000 MM

Y PULSES11 000 MM

P PULSES11000 MM

REFERENCE X [ I 11 OOOMM]

REFERENCE Y [ I 11 OOOMM]

HOME POSITION 1 X [MM]

HOME POSITION 1 Y [MM]

SOFT LlMlT 1 +X [MM]

SOFT LlMlT 1 -X [MM]

SOFT LlMlT 1 +Y [MM]

SOFT LlMlT 1 -Y [MM]

MAX SPEED [MMIMIN]

ACCELERATION TIME [MS]

MANUAL FAST MOTION [MMIMI N)

MANUAL FEED [MMIMIN]

TEACH TRACE KV [IISEC]

TEACH QUER KV [I110 SEC]

PORTAL DEVIATION [ I l l OMM]


SMOOTH FACTOR

MACHINE UNIT 0111213

SUPP CABLE ERROR 011

REFERENCE YIN 110

LOOP ;MODE

TI PPILATCH

THREE-PHASE CURRENT DRIVES

SPEED PUNCHMARKER [IPM]

SPEED POWDER MARKER [IPM]

SECOND ACCELERATION SPEED [IPM]

TOOL OFFSET 1 X[1/1 OOOMM]

TOOL OFFSET 1 Y[1/1000MM]

TOOL OFFSET 2 X[111 OOOMM]

TOOL OFFSET 2 Y[1/1000MM]

TOOL OFFSET 3 X[111000MM]

TOOL OFFSET 3 Y[111000MM]


TOOL OFFSET 4 Y[111 OOOMM]


TOOL OFFSET 5 Y[111000MM]

SECOND ACCELERATION TlME

EMERGENCY DECCELERATION

X BACK LASH COMPENSATION [1/1000 mm]

Y BACK LASH COMPENSATION [111000 mm]

P BACK LASH COMPENSATION [111000 mm]

TlME ON EDGE

MINIMUM ANGLE STOP ON EDGE [DEGREE]

VISION 500


Description of the machine constants

1 2 Axis definitions

Enter whether X-axis and Y-axis exist. Usually both constants are 1.

4 Portal axis

Machines with a portal can be moved along the X-axis via two separate drives. These drives, however, have to be synchronized. Such portal control is an additional function to the VISION 500. When this function is installed, this constant can be set to 1. The following axis constants have to be entered separately (from the X-axis) also for the P-axis.

5,6,8 Rotation direction

After mounting and cabling, the encoders on the machine will not always produce positive actual values with positive axis direction. This matter is checked during the automatic speed measurement test and, if necessary, a 1 is entered automatically during measurement in order to correct the rotation direction of the encoder.

In case of a wrong entry in this constant, the position control cannot work. Loop errors can also occur in case of axis standstill.

9,10,12 Amplifying factor (LA) of control loop

The value given in this constant defines the amplifying factor of the position control loop as a ratio of speed and positional deviation. It is indicated in [llsec]. In case of portal axes, all amplification factors have to be the same. In order to reduce feed path errors during acceleration, the amplifying factor for the X-axis and Y-axis should be the same. Among others, the amplifying factor and the maximum speed of an axis define the maximum deviation. Exceeding this value leads to a deviation error.

For testing purposes, the position control can be disabled with a zero LA value.


13,14,16 Maximum axis speed

The maximum axis speed indicates the speed and, thus, indirectly the rotational speed of the drive that the axis can reach with a presetting of 8V. These values have to be precise and are, therefore, determined and entered by the automatic startup of the axes. These speed values are the basis for a compensation of the deviation mentioned above that, at least at constant speeds, should not occur.

A wrong adaption due to incorrect values can lead to instable moving behavior and over-travelling when moving in the predefined position. This is why the constants cannot be used for limiting the maximum axes speeds.

17,18,20 Encoder pulses

The constants indicate how many pulses are generated by the encoders on a certain distance ( I m). In practical operation, these specifications will deviate from theoretically calculated values if steering rack and gearing errors are included in the specification of pulses.

The values of the portal axes do not have to be exactly the same.

When comparing actually generated pulses with the nominal values of the encoder, please consider that the nominal values in the control have been quadrupled.

21,22 Actual values at the reference point

The reference point cam on the machine and the encoder zero pulse define a machine zero point that can be reproduced any time with the accuracy of one measuring unit. This way machine coordinates are reproduced uniquely even after the voltage has been switched off.

In most cases, it is desirable that the coordinate zero point of an axis is located at the end of the traversing range of this axis and not at the point where the reference cam happens to be mounted. This can be done by modification so that the actual value at the reference point is not zero but a value that moves the zero coordinate value to the end of the traversing path.

23,24 Home position 1

Any point within the traversing range of the machine can be declared home position. Certain operating instructions (point movements) move the axes to the defined home position. This point can also be reached in automatic mode without the coordinate values being programmed. This point is of special importance when more than one working range is in use (add-on).


25 - 28 Software Limits

In connection with the reference system an absolute coordinate system is installed on the machine. This way it is possible to define "soft limits" that cannot be exceeded in manual or automatic mode. Trying to exceed these limits leads to a "Limit switch error".

4 1 Maximum speed

This constant is the reference value for several functions.

All manual and automatic movements are limited to the maximum speed. Higher speed requirements are not admitted, not even by forcing via override.

The maximum speed is used as fast motion speed during automatic process execution.

The maximum speed is used as reference value for the calculation of acceleration based on the acceleration time (see acceleration time).

The maximum speed should not be set higher than the lowest of the axis speeds since no control takes place during automatic processing.

42 Acceleration time

The period of time in which the machine should or can accelerate to maximum speed (see constant 41) is entered here. Machine acceleration for all operating situations is based on this value.

43 Manual fast motion

Maximum speed for manual control in fast motion.

44 Manual feed

Maximum speed for manual control without fast motion.

45,46 Teach trace KVITeach quer KV

Higher numbers cause a more precise contour. The teach quer KV should be 25 per cent of the teach trace KV. The final result depends on the KV of the machine.


47 Portal deviation

The control of a portal with two separate drives is designed as add-on. Both portal axes are controlled separately. However, the position of the two axes to one another is constantly monitored and the deviation is compared with the value preset in this machine constant. If the limit has been exceeded, a "deviation error P" is displayed and both drives are deactivated via the controller release.

48 Smoothing factor

Acceleration of the individual axes is "smoothed" with the smoothing factor, i.e. the starting and stopping procedure is.carried out softer. The smoothing factor cannot be indefinitely big in order to avoid contour inaccuracies with circles. Depending on machine and application, values between 1 and 3 are recommended.

49 Machine unit

Independent of the measuring resolution of the individual axes that was defined in the constants of the encoder pulses (17 - 20), programming of the axes and coordinate display follow the rule that all values should be allocated fast and securely by the programmer or user.

In Europe, constants are programmed and displayed in the metric system. In cutting operation, the smallest unit for programming and displaying is 1/10 mm. In this case, the value 1 is entered in the machine constant so that one digit after the decimal point is displayed. At the same time, program coordinates with missing decimal points (ESSI) are interpreted in units of 1/10 mm.

In special cases programming and display is done in units of 11100 mm. In this case, the value 2 has to be entered.

In the USA, the machine unit 1/1000 inch is used. In this case, all specifications refer to inches. The machine constant has to be set to 3 so that 1/1000 in is displayed as the smallest unit.

5 1 Cable error suppression

It might be useful to relax monitoring of the encoder and cabling to the control during startup. In this special case, a "1" can be entered in this constant so that cable errors are suppressed. For safety reasons, however, a zero must be entered here during regular operation.


52 Reference

This constant value set to 1 indicates that a reference point system has been installed.

Small machines are sometimes not equipped with a reference point cam. In order to deactivate controls of the controlling system in this case, a 0 (= no reference point system) can be entered here. Nevertheless, soft limit monitoring can be activated, if the reference point adoption is simulated by the operator at an appropriate point of the table.

53 Loop behavior

This constant controls the behavior of the control loop.

0 The position control loop is enabled in automatic as well as in manual mode. The control loops will only be disabled in case of errors or interrupted voltage supply.

1 In manual mode, the position control loops are only enabled when a moving command has been given.

The control loops are always enabled when using the hand wheel.

54 TippILatch (operation)

This constant controls the type of manual traversing.

0 Tipp operation. In manual mode, the drives are moved only as long as the joystick is pushed. Start and stop are generated by the control according to the position (initial or pushed) of the joystick.

An exception in tipp operation is the reference point movement when the direction is preselected and the movement is triggered with start, as well as the hand wheel control when only the axes are preselected.

1 Latch operation. Traversing directions are preselected with the joystick. The movement is triggered with the start key.

55 Three-phase current drives

0 DC-Drives, no reference point movement after power failure.

1 AC-Drives, reference point movement after power failure.


60,61 Speed punchmarker /Speed powder marker

Different speeds for different processes.

62,78 Second Acceleration

A second ramp of acceleration can be defined by using MC 62 and MC 78. This ramp can be used for fast motion and other motions.

68 - 77 Tool offsets

These constants define the mechanical distance of the individual tools to the main cutting tool. Actually, the program does not need to know the position of the individual tools to one another in order to generate a geometrically unified work piece. These distances are calculated independently by the control when an offset is required by the program..

155 Emergency brake

This constant defines the time, which passes until the machine stops, when the emergency button is pressed.

156 X back lash compensation

The measured back lash of X - axis 1st compensated.

157 Y back lash compensation

The measured back lash of Y - axis 1st compensated.

159 P back lash compensation

The measured back lash of P - axis 1st compensated.

VISION 500


160 Time on edge

This constant defines the time, which passes during a stop at an edge.

161 Minimum angle stop on edge

Minimum angle between straight on line and the edge of material, which causes a stop.


5.4 MIP Constants (MIP.KON)

List of MIP constants

DISTANCE BEFORE LlNE [1/1000 mm]

DISTANCE AFTER LlNE [1/1000 mm]

LOGICAL PROCESS NUMBER

IN-THE-FLY AF 1

IN-THE-FLY AF 2

IN-THE-FLY AF 3

IN-THE-FLY AF 4

IN-THE-FLY AF 5

IN-THE-FLY AF 6

IN-THE-FLY AF 7

IN-THE-FLY AF 8

AF ilN EXCHANGE FOR AF 7 AT TT

AF IN EXCHANGE FOR AF 8 AT TT

MIP OVERRIDE 1

MIP OVERRIDE 2

MlP OVERRIDE 3

INFORMATION FIELD 1

INFORMATION FIELD 2

INFORMATION FlELD 3

INFORMATION FlELD 4

INFORMATION FlELD 5

INFORMATION FlELD 6

INFORMATION FlELD 7

INFORMATION FlELD 8

INFORMATION FlELD 9

INFORMATION FlELD 10

INFORMATION FlELD 1 1



l NFORMATION Fl ELD 14


INFORMATION FIELD 15

INFORMATION FIELD 16

MIP SETTING 1

MIP SETTING 2

MIP SETTING 3

MlP SETTING 4

MIP SETTING 5

MIP SETTING 6

MlP SETTING 7

MlP SETTING 8

MIP SETTING 9

MIP SETTING 10

MIP SETTING 1 1

MIP SETTING 12

MI P SETTl NG 1 3

MIP SETTING 14

MIP SETTING 15

MIP SETTING 16


Description of the MIP Constants

17,18 Distance beforelafter line

These constants define the distance, which is relevant for the calculation of an edge.

22 Logical process number

The processes are given in this constant in hexadecimal form. The number of possible processes is extended up to 16. On the VISION 500 the maximum number of processes is limited to three. Each combination of three processes is possible (1+2+5 e.g.).

23 - 30 Auxiliary functions without machine stop

Usually, auxiliary functions are let out when the machine has stopped. In some cases this is not the desired procedure. Then certain auxiliary functions are let out in-the-fly. These are, for example, instructions to the height control when the active cutting process should not be interrupted by a machine standstill.

ESSl functions that are let out without machine stop, are entered in the machine constants in random order.

31 - 32 AF in exchange for AF 7,8 at Teach Trace

If the Teach Trace mode is active, the auxiliary functions, which are given in MC31 and MC32, override the auxiliary functions AF7 and AF8.

35,36,37 MIP override 1,2,3

If one of markers for speed reduction is passed by the program, the machine speed is reduced to the percentage, which is given by the constant.

40 - 55 Information field

16 constants to pass data to the MIP. Each constant defines 16 signals in a hexadecimal form. So a maximum number of 256 signals can be given to MIP. The meaning of the signals will be fixed by MIP. It can be e.g. "which station has which process" and so on.


57 - 72 MIP setting

The machine interface program MIP can be parameterized with these eight constants so that alternative forms of behavior can be selected in dependence of the machine constellation. The meaning of the individual constants is, thus, defined by the installed MIP. Only 0 and 1 can be entered in the constants.


5.5 Device constants (DEV.KON)

List of constants for serial interfaces. 01 COMlDEVlCE

02 BAUD RATE

03 PARITY NIOIE 011 I2

04 DATA BITS

05 STARTISTOP BITS

06 HSK NOIXON-XOFF 011

07 TI MEOUT (SEC)

09 COM2 DEVICE

10 BAUD RATE

11 PARITY NIOIE 01112

12 DATA BITS

13 STARTISTOP BITS


15 TIMEOUT (SEC)

17 COM3 DEVICE

18 BAUD RATE


20 DATA BITS

2 1 STARTISTOP BITS


23 TIMEOUT (SEC)

24 RS232 I RS485 (011)

25 COM4 DEVICE

26 BAUD RATE


28 DATA BITS

29 STARTISTOP BITS


3 1 TIMEOUT (SEC)

33 UDUCOLUMBUS 011

34 ENDCHARACTER

35 NUMBEROFENDCHARACTERS

VISION 500


Description of the Device Constants

The VISION 500 supports a maximum of four serial interfaces. The interfaces COM3 and COM4 are part of the basic equipment of the control. Interfaces COMl and COM2 have to be added on to the hardware of the control.

1,9,17,25 Device

With these constants, an interface is allocated to the used driver in the system of the VISION 500.

Data transfer from the paper tape reader

Serial data transfer without protocol. The connected device should support transfer control with XON 1 XOFF. See below.

UDL (Up Down Load). UDL enables a secured data transfer between the control and a computer. An appropriate UDL host program is necessary on the computer. Data transfer to the host computer is controlled with UDL by the control.

ASOD (ATAS Serial Online Debugger). ASOD is a tool integrated especially for testing and startup purposes.

Terminal

12 Serial data transfer of part programs without protocol .

2,10,18,26 Baud rate

The transfer speed of a serial connection is defined by the baud rate. The baud rate has to be set to the same value on both sides. All serial interfaces in the control support the following baud rates:

300 baud 1200 baud 2400 baud 4800 baud 9600 baud


3,11,19,27 Parity

Individual characters can be protected by a parity bit during transmission. As for the baud rate, both partners, control and data device, must have the same setting. The following three settings are possible:

0 No parity supplement 1 Odd parity supplement 2 Even parity supplement

4,l2,20,28 Data bits

This constant defines the number of data bits for a character. Seven bits are sufficient for program data since only the ASCII data record is being used and no special characters or graphics are transmitted. The number of transferred bits per character have to be identical between the control and the connected device or computer. The control admits the following two values:

7 Seven data bits 8 Eight data bits

5,13,21,29 Number of stop bits

Each character in serial transfer is completed with a stop bit. For the control, the two valid values are:

1 One stop bit 2 Two stop bits

In most cases, the choice of stop bits depends on the setting of the connected device. Remember that the sum of data bits, parity bits and stop bits per character may not exceed eleven.


6,14,22,30 Handshake

During transfer of a serial data flow, it might be necessary to give both partners the time to process or store the received characters. In many cases, the time necessary is longer than the transmission time of an individual character so that transfer has to be interrupted for the processing mentioned above. The control characters XON and XOFF are provided for this control.

Examples: During transfer, the control system informs the sending device by sending the XOFF character that the data received before, has to be written from a temporary storage in the internal memory (floppy disk) first. During this time more than five following characters cannot be buffered. After completing the storage procedure, the control sends XON. The connected device must, therefore, interrupt the transfer in the time period between receiving XOFF and XON.

0 No handshake possible 1 Handshake XON / XOFF available

If handshake is not available, tests must determine the maximum baud rate that can be used for transfer without losing data. This baud rate may not be exceeded. The DOS command COPY does not support the control with XON / XOFF!

7,lS,23,3l Timeout

This constant defines the period of time, the system waits if a UDL connection could not be established. It then sends an error message.

With serial transfer, this time is used in order to determine a transmission end. (see also constants 33/34).

24 Interface switching (RS232lRS485)

Switching between electrical transmissions.

0 RS232 transmission 1 RS485 transmission

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33 UDL Setting

In general, the UDL system in the VlSlON 500 is compatible with the preceding version SERIES 2000. There is a difference in the representation and treatment of the display of data records (files) that are available on the host computer. Therefore, it is necessary to specify to which of the available UDL host systems the VlSlON 500 will be connected.

0 UDL host system version 3 1 4 1 UDL host system in connection with the programming station Columbus

34,35 End character, number of end characters

The end of the serial data transfer with the driver 3 (XON / XOFF) cannot be specified unambiguously.

- The data flow ends with CTRL Z, coding IAH. The control interprets this character as data end and completely ends the transmission in the control.

- It is not possible to add the character CTRL Z as end of transmission in existing data records. So the procedure used with punched tape has established itself here, too: For identification of the data end, a certain number of characters (ZERO or BLANK) is added to the end of the information. The character itself is defined with constant 34 and the minimum number of characters is defined with constant 35.


5.6 Station constants (STATxx.KON)

There are three types of distributors:

- ATHC 2 (page 66) - AMAD (complete box with ASIOB-MB00) (page 77) - ASIOMB3 (page 84).

The different use of the station constants, which depends on the installed distributor card, is described below.

5.6.1 Station constants (STATxx.KON)IATHC 2

List of station constants

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION STATION

LA C- SENSOR 1 (0-99)

LA C-SENSOR 2 (0-99)

LA ARC VOLTAGE (0-99)

LA ANALOG SENSOR (0-99)

MIN. STANDOFF SENSOR 1 (0-99)

MIN. STANDOFF SENSOR 2 (0-99)

MIN. STANDOFF ARC VOLTAGE (0-99)

MIN. STANDOFF ANALOG SENSOR (0-99)

MANUAL SPEED BHC MODE O(0-99)

MANUAL SPEED BHC MODE l(0-99)

DWELL TIME

IHS-MODE 110

IHS-MODE 312

DELAY LIFT CYLINDER 1 U=8MS

PATH /TIME WITH IHS

IHS SENSOR HEIGHT 0 (not used)




ANALOG OUTPUT (PRCA 1)

ADDITIONAL INPUT PORTS (PRCA 3)


l NPUT X713 AND X712

l NPUT X614 AND X812

PRC-A OUTPUT 0

PRC-A OUTPUT 1

PRC-A OUTPUT 2

PRC-A OUTPUT 3

PRC-A OUTPUT 4

PRC-A OUTPUT 5

PRC-A OUTPUT 6

PRC-A OUTPUT 7

PRC-B OUTPUT 0

PRC-B OUTPUT 1

PRC-B OUTPUT 2

PRC-B OUTPUT 3

PRC-B OUTPUT 4

PRC-B OUTPUT 5

PRC-B OUTPUT 6

PRC-B OUTPUT 7

VISION 500


Description of station constants

Parts of the constants parameterize the sensor control of the station. Which

sensor mode is active is defined by the ASIOB signal BIT0+61 and BIT0+62.

Sensor mode BIT0+62 BIT0+61

Depending on the sensor mode, only parts of the constants are relevant. In the

following, this is indicated with "sensor mode <n>".

01 System configuration

Allocation of the processes available on the station. The entry is binary. A

combination of different processes is possible.

Process I Plasma

Process 2 Oxy - Fuel

Process 3 Punch Marking

Process 4 not allocated

Process 5 Plasma marking





02 - 05 LA (Loop amplification)

The value entered in this constant defines the amplifying factor of the position

control loop as a ratio of speed and positional deviation. It is specified in [llsec].

Constants are selected in dependence of the sensor mode.

02 "C-Sensor 1" Sensor mode 0


04 "ARC voltage" (arc control) Sensor mode 2

05 "Analog sensor" (eg. drag foot X5) Sensor mode 3

06 - 09 Minimum standoff

Defines the minimum distance of the sensor to the surface. A measuring unit

cannot be given. Depending on the hardware of the station, a number value can

be interpreted as different distances. Constants are selected in dependence of

the sensor mode.

06 "C-Sensor 1 " Sensor mode 0


08 "ARC voltage" Sensor mode 2

09 "Analog sensor" Sensor mode 3

VISION 500


14 - 15 Manual speed BHC mode

The manual burner height control is executed at this speed. In dependence of

the ASlOB signal BIT0+59 one or the other of the two constants is activated.

14 "BHC mode 0nBIT0+59 = 0

15 "BHC mode InBIT0+59 = 1

16 Dwell time

Put in the duration, which the machine needs or should need to reach the

manual speed (Mc 14, 15). The acceleration is calculated by using the MC 16.

The real dwell time is the result of the formula below.

n Hochlaufieit = - * 8mec MC16

Put in MC14 or MC15 instead of "n".


17 - 18 IHS cycle

Definition of the IHS cycle for each sensor mode. Constant 17 contains the value

for sensor mode 0 and 1. Constant 18 contains the value for sensor mode 2 and

3.

Values for IHS cycle.

0 no function (no IHS)

1 IHS sensor digital with lifting cy

2 IHS sensor digital without lifting cylinder

3 not used

4 Analog sensor input with lifting cylinder

5 Analog sensor input without lifting cylinder

6 Tooltip with collision sensor

The entry "42" in constant 17 thus indicates:

- The IHS cycle "Analog sensor input with lifting cylinder" has been entered

for sensor mode 1 (described by the left digit of the number).

- The IHS cycle "IHS sensor digital without lifting cylinder'" has been

entered for sensor mode 0 (described by the right digit of the number).

19 Delay lifting cylinder

One unit amounts to eight milliseconds. This constant describes the period of

time from activating the lifting cylinder until it is completely lifted. This constant

is only effective for lifting cylinders without limit switches.


2 1 Pathltime with IHS

Calibration value for IHS standoff. The preset standoff for all stations is the

same in the parameter record of the process parameter. Depending on the

hardware of the station, the number value can be interpreted as different

distances Constant 21 serves as multiplier for the standoff, so that each station

has the same distance to the surface.

29 Analog output

PRCA 1 is not available

10/01010101110/01 PRCA 1 is available

The input must be done in binary format.

The four analog outputs of the PRCA 1 have fixed channel-numbers:

Analog I Analog 1 output 1 channel

II I number

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30 Additional input ports

The eight additional input ports of the PRCA 3 have to be separately enabled.


x x x x x x x x plug

I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I * - - X50 Pin 2

I I I I I I * - - - - X50 Pin 3

I I I I I * - - - - - - X50 Pin 4 I I I I * - - - - - - - - X51 Pin 2

I I I * - - - - - - - - - - X51 Pin 3

I I * - - - - - - - - - - - - X52 Pin 2

I * - - - - - - - - - - - - - - X52 Pin 3 * - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - X53 Pin 2

meaning

carriage collision

Lift cylinder down

Drag foot down

Pi lot ARC on

Main ARC on

Station change

Burner collision

I HS-Sensor

31 - 32 Input

Four digital inputs of the ATHC2 basic card can be variably used with different

input signals. The additional allocation of the input number to each input is done

with constants 31 and 32 (hexadecimal format).

input No.

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Description

Reserved

MESS0 (BIT1+16 + station)




Reflection

Tool holder external off

Switch burner

Collision burner

Lifting cylinder limit switch


A Drag foot limit switch

B IHS sensor

C Stylus manual down

D Stylus manual up

E Pilot arc

F Main arc

The entry "E6" in constant 31 thus indicates:

- Message at input X713 (described by the left digit of the number) with the

signal "Pilot arc".

- Message at input X712 (described by the right digit of the number) with

signal "Toolholder external off'.

The entry "9B" in constant 32 thus indicates:

- Message at input X812 (describes by the left digit of the number) with

signal "Collision burner".

- Message at input X614 (describes by the right digit of the number) with

signal "IHS sensor". .


33 - 48 Process output card

Single-signal:

v=== single-signal number single-signal

W process output

1 matrix-signal

exceptions:

"zero"

"one"


lifting cylinder IHS



5.6.2 Station constants (STATxx.KON)/AMAD



LA OXY - FUEL STATION +O

LA OXY - FUEL STATION + I

LA OXY - FUEL STATION +2

LA OXY - FUEL STATION +3

LA PLASMA STATION +O

LA PLASMA STATION + I

LA PLASMA STATION +2

LA PLASMA STATION +3

PRC-B OUTPUT 0

PRC-B OUTPUT 1

PRC-B OUTPUT 2

PRC-B OUTPUT 3

PRC-B OUTPUT 4

PRC-B OUTPUT 5

PRC-B OUTPUT 6

PRC-B OUTPUT 7

PRC-C OUTPUT 0

PRC-C OUTPUT 1

PRC-C OUTPUT 2

PRC-C OUTPUT 3

PRC-C OUTPUT 4

PRC-C OUTPUT 5

PRC-C OUTPUT 6

PRC-C OUTPUT 7

PRC-A INPUT 1

PRC-A

PRC-A

P RC-A

PRC-A

PRC-A

NPUT 2

NPUT 3

NPUT 4

NPUT 5

NPUT 6


55 PRC-A INPUT 7

56 PRC-A INPUT 8

57 SYSCON STATION +O

58 SYSCON STATION + I

59 SYSCON STATION +2

60 SYSCON STATION +3


Parts of the constants parameterize the sensor control of the station. Which

sensor mode is active is defined by the ASlOB signal BIT0+61 and BIT0+62.

Sensor mode BIT0+62 Description

0 C-Sensor 1

1 ARC Voltage

Depending on the sensor mode, only parts of the constants are relevant. In the

following, this is indicated with "sensor mode <n>".

0 1 System configuration

Allocation of the processes available on the station. The entry is binary. A

combination of different processes is possible.

X X X X

I I I I I I I * - - Process 1 Plasma

I I * - - - - Process 2 Oxy - Fuel

I * - - - - - - Process 3 Punch Marking * - - - - - - - - Process 4 not allocated


02 - 05 LA (Loop amplification) Oxy - Fuel




02 "Oxy - Fuel Station +ON Oxy - Fuel Station +O

03 "Oxy - Fuel Station + I " Oxy - Fuel Station 91

04 "Oxy - Fuel Station +2" Oxy - Fuel Station +2

05 "Oxy - Fuel Station +3" Oxy - Fuel Station +3

06 - 09 LA (Loop amplification) Plasma




06 "Plasma Station +OM Plasma Station +O

07 "Plasma Station +I" Plasma Station + I

08 "Plasma Station +2" Plasma Station +2

09 "Plasma Station +3" Plasma Station +3



Single-signal:

PJJJ=- single-signal number 1 single-signal

w process output

I a process

I matrix-signal

exceptions:

"zero"

"one"


Values for process output

input No.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

Description

plasma start

lift cylinder down

not used

center burner on (oxy - fuel process)

center burner, pre-heat gas (oxy - fuel process)

center burner, pre-heat 0, (oxy - fuel process)

ignite (oxy - fuel process)

punch on 1 off

not used

TANAKA heating on (punch process)

pre-heat gas on (punch process)

TANAKA whirl on (punch process)

TANAKA guidance (punch process)

TANAKA ignite (punch process)

49 - 56 Process input card

R'F= list below station offset (+o to +3)

not used



lnput list

lnput No. Description

0-3 not used

4 exchangeable support

5 carriage collision

6 Pilot arc

7 Main arc

57 - 60 System-Constant

The four station are individually assigned to one available process. The available

process number are discribed above (constant 01).

57 "SYSCON Station +Ow Process of Station +O

58 "SYSCON Station +I" Process of Station + I

59 "SYSCON Station +2" Process of Station +2

60 "SYSCON Station + 3 Process of Station +3


VISION 500


5.6.3 Station constants (STATxx.KON)/ASlOMB3



ADDITIONAL INPUT PORTS (PRCA 3)

PRC-A OUTPUT 0

PRC-A OUTPUT 1

PRC-A OUTPUT 2

PRC-A OUTPUT 3

PRC-A OUTPUT 4

PRC-A OUTPUT 5

PRC-A OUTPUT 6

PRC-A OUTPUT 7

PRC-B OUTPUT 0

PRC-B OUTPUT 1

PRC-B OUTPUT 2

PRC-B OUTPUT 3

PRC-B OUTPUT 4

PRC-B OUTPUT 5

PRC-B OUTPUT 6

PRC-B OUTPUT 7

PRCA-C1 ASSIGNMENT

PRCA-C2 ASSIGNMENT

PRCA-C3 ASSIGNMENT

PRCA-C4 ASSIGNMENT

PRCA-Dl ASSIGNMENT

PRCA-D2 ASSIGNMENT

PRCA-D3 ASSIGNMENT

PRCA-D4 ASSIGNMENT

PRCA-C1 ENABLE

PRCA-C2 ENABLE

PRCA-C3 ENABLE

PRCA-C4 ENABLE

PRCA-Dl ENABLE


62 PRCA-D2 ENABLE

63 PRCA-D3 ENABLE

64 PRCA-D4 ENABLE


0 1 System configuration

Allocation of the processes available on the station. The entry is binary. A combination of different processes is possible.

X X X X X X X X I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I * - - I I I I I I * - - - - I I I I I * - - - - - - I I I I * - - - - - - - -

Process I Plasma Process 2 Oxy - Fuel Process 3 Punch Marking Process 4 not allocated Process 5 Plasma Marking Process 6 not allocated Process 7 not allocated Process 8 not allocated

30 Additional input ports

The eight additional input ports of the PRCA 3 have to be separatly enabled. The input must be done in binary format.

X X X X X X X X I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I * - - I I I I I I * - - - - I I I I I * - - - - - - I I I I * - - - - - - - - 1 I I * - - - - - - - - - -

X50 Pin 2 not used not used X51 Pin 2 not used X52 Pin 2 not used X53 Pin 2

meaning

carriage collision

Pilot ARC on

Station change

.I HS-Sensor

Caution: The PRCA3 card have to be connected on the PRC-D slot.



Single-signal:

PJJJJJ- single-signal number / single-signal

TwQJ- process output

/ matrix-signal

exceptions:

"zero"

"one"

VISION 500


5.7 Configuration file (ANCDEF.KON)

PORTAL AXIS

PLATE ALIGNMENT

NOT USED

STRAP BRIDGE

JOG STROKE

SECOND ACCELERATION

TEACH TRACE, TRACE

ADJUSTABLE PROGRAM ZERO POINT

PROGRAM ROTATION

EIA FORMAT

KEY - PAD MACROS

TAPEREADER

FLOPPY

XONIXOFF

UDL

NOT USED

RS 491

C-LI NK

PROGRAMMABLE PROCESS PARAMETER

PROGRAMMABLE CUTTING DATA

ADDITIONAL COM - PORTS

COMMISSION

CHECKSUM




49 - 56 Assignment of analog outputs

The four PRCA-C and four PRCA-D analog outputs are assigned to the ASIOB- channels 0-63. The entry is binary.

57 - 64 Enable of the analog outputs

The four PRCA-C and four PRCA-D analog outputs, which have been assigned, are enabled.

7lJJJ== single-signal number I single-signal

matrix-signal


VISION 500 lndex Page 89

6 Index

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Volt power 35

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AF-KF Display 30 ASlOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 ASOD

ATAS Serial Online Debugger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auxiliary function 30

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Configuration 88 Configuration constants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9. 88 Constant descriptions

device constants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . machine constants 50

MIP constants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . station constants 68

system constants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Constant types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Constants editor 8 Contrast adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Device constants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9. 61. 66

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diagnostic Window 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Drive enable 35

Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . adjusting speeds 18

Editor constants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Enable drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . system processing 36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Error status display 34

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Feedhold 36 Floppy disk

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . copying the system disk 22 formatting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Formatting 23 Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LCD contrast adjustment 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Limit switch error 52

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Machine constants 9. 4% Mini operating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MIP constants 9. 57 MIP signal display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Motion enable 36 Operating System Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2% Pixeltest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Release

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . controller 35

VISION 500 Page 90 Index

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rotational speed display 18 ServiceWindow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Servo adjustment 18 Signal display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Software

operating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Software limits 52

Speed measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Station constants

AMAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 ASIOMB3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 ATHC2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Station Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Station setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Status display 34 Step and repeat setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Synchronization error 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System constants 9. 41

System floppy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . making a copy 22

System processing enable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System software 39

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Time setting 37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Voltage. turning on 24 volts 35

Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . diagnostic 25

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . error-status 34 service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

NOTES:

F 14 - 081 1/96 Printed in U.S.A.

February, 1996

VISION CNC PART PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS


@ ESAB Cutting Systems, 1996

This manual is ESAB Part Number F14082

This manual is intended for the convenience and use of the cutting machine purchaser. It is not a contract or other obligation on the part of ESA 6.

Printed In U. S. A.

VISION PROGRAMMING

Preface

The Vision Computer Numerical Control System is a cutting machine CNC manufactured by ATAS GmbH of Seligenstadt, Germany exclusively for ESAB Cutting Systems. The Vision CNC may be used on various machines and may utilize numerous different cutting processes. The Vision CNC is designed for ease of operation, flexibility, and precise control of cutting processes.

Part programs for the Vision CNC may be manually entered, programmed off-line, generated from a library of shapes, or digitized from traceable patterns.

This manual discusses creation of part programs for the Vision Computer Numerical Control system, including the Vision 500, Vision 1000, Vision 2000, Vision 2000C, and Vision 3000. For information regarding the operation of one of these specific controls, refer to the appropriate Vision CNC manual.

There are numerous optional features which can be supported by the Vision CNC. For completeness, all aspects of part programming have been covered in this manual. Not all capabilities discussed in this manual will be present on all machines. In addition, more capabilities and features may be added in the future, which are not covered in this manual. ESAB Cutting Systems reserves the right to change or add programming features and capabilities without notice.

VISION PROGRAMMING

Contents

1 General Information ........................................................................................... 1 ........................................................................................................ 1.1 File Format 1

1.2 Program Names .............................................................................................. 1 ................................................................................................ 1.3 Program Format 1

1.4 Units Of Measurement ................................................................................... 1 .................................................................................................. 1.5 Decimal Points 2

....................................................................................... 1.6 Programming Method 2 1.7 Axis Orientation ............................................................................................... 3 1.8 Programming Limits ...................................................... .................................. 3 Standard EIA Codes ......................................................................................... 4 2.1 G-Codes ............................................................................................................ 4

............................................................................................................ 2.2 M-Codes 6 . . 2.3 Aux~l~ary Codes ............................................................................................... 10 ............................................................................... Programming Techniques 11

3.1 Programming A Straight Line .................................................................... 1 1 ...................................................................................... 3.2 Programming An Arc 12 .................................................................................... 3.3 Programming A Circle 13

4 General Rules Of Programming ................................................................... 14 ................................................................................... 5 Programming Examples 16

........................................................................................ 5.1 Program Example 1 16

........................................................................................ 5.2 Program Example 2 18

........................................................................................ 5.3 Program Example 3 20

......................................................................................................................... 6 Index 22

VISION PROGRAMMING General Information - Page 1

1 General Information ?

1 .I File Format

Part programs are simple text files written in ASCII format. Any IBM compatible Personal Computer may be used with a simple text editor to create and edit part programs. Programs may be stored on hard disk, copied to a floppy disk, or transmitted via serial cable.

1.2 Program Names

Part programs are named using the standard DOS file name format. This format allows file names of up to 8 characters in length, with a file name extension of up to 3 characters. The Vision CNC requires the file name extension ".MPGu to denote part programs. The 8 character file name may include both letters and numbers, but not symbols.

EXAMPLE FILE NAMES:

1.3 Program Format

Standard Vision programming format is EIA Format. EIA format (Electronic Industries Association) provides programming conventions for contouring/positioning numerical controlled machines which comply with the standard practices of the industry.

1.4 Units Of Measurement

The Vision control can accept programs written in either inch or metric. The standard mode is inch. To use a program written with metric dimensions, the G71 code must appear at the beginning of the program. The G71 is not supported in all versions.

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1.5 Decimal Points

Decimal points may be included with the part program, or they may be omitted. System Constant #7 tells the control whether or not it should expect decimal points to be included in the program.

Ser System Constant 7 accordingly:

0 = NO decimal points will appear in the program.

1 = decimal points are included in the program.

If System Constant 7 is set to 0, then Machine Constant #49 is used to tell the control how many decimal places to assume. The standard setting is 3, which means that the far right hand digit in any number will be assumed to mean 111 000 inch.

If System Constant 7 is set to 1, then the control expects to see a decimal point in each dimensional value. If no decimal point is included in a value, then the value is assumed to be a whole number of inches.

- EXAMPLES:

System Constant 7 ='?,.and Machine Constant 49 = 3,

XI 4875 Y21031 will be read as X1 4.875 Y21.031

System Constant 7 = 0, and Machine Constant 49 = 2,

X1 4875 Y21031 will be read as Xl48.75 Y210.31

System Constant 7 = 1,

X1 2 5 Y2.50 will be read as X1 .250 Y2.500 d . '

X125 Y250 will be read as X125.000 Y250.000

1.6 Programming Method

Part programs can be written in either absolute or incremental modes. The default mode is absolute. To switch to incremental mode, a G91 code must be entered. Programs that are written entirely in incremental mode should have a G91 at the very beginning of the program.

VISION PROGRAMMING General Information Page 3

1.7 Axis Orientation

The X and Y axes of the cutting machine are oriented as shown below. The X axis is the longitudinal axis, down the length of the rails. The Y axis is the transverse axis, across the beam of the machine. When facing the machine's control console, positive X is away from the machine operator, negative X is toward the machine operator. Positive Y is to the left, negative Y is to the right.

1.8 Programming Limits

The following limitations should be taken into account during programming.

The length of each program line is limited to 80 characters. A line with more than 80 characters will cause an error at run time.

The maximum radius length for arcs is 1.3 miles, or 1 x lo6 inches.

The tolerance for arc endpoints is 10 programming units. When using 3 decimal point precision, this means 10 thousandths of an inch. If the distance from the start point to the center point and the distance from the end point to the center point are different by more than this amount, a Circle Error will occur.

VISION PROGRAMMING Page 4 Standard EIA Codes

Standard EIA Codes ?

EIA format uses G-Codes (Geometry Codes) to program motion, and M-Codes (Miscellaneous Codes) to program processes. This section describes the standard programming codes supported by the Vision CNC.

G-Codes indicate movement or motion commands.

Motion Codes

The motion codes are used to define programmed motions of the machine. These codes are modal; once they have been read, the control assumes the following lines to be the same type of motion, until a different G-Code is encountered. When entering actual program dimension values, the plus sign (+) is optional. The control will assume all values to be positive unless a negative sign (-) is present.

GOO

GO1

GO2

GO3

Rapid Motion. For programming linear movement at rapid speed. This is used for traversing between parts. The machine will execute this movement at the maximum feed rate for that machine. The control will stay in rapid mode until a different G- Code is encountered. Required values: X, Y. See also: "R" on page 10.

FORMAT: GOO Xnnnn.nnn Y nnnn.nnn

Linear Motion. For programming linear cutting movements. Cancels rapid motion. Required values: X, Y.

FORMAT: GO1 Xnnnn.nnn Y nnnn.nnn

Circular Motion - Clockwise. For programming circles or arc motions in a clockwise direction. Cancels rapid motion. Required values: XI Y, I, J. I and J define the position of the center point.

FORMAT: GO2 Xnnnn.nnn Ynnnn.nnn 1nnnn.nnn Jnnnn.nnn

Circular Motion - Counterclockwise. For programming circles or arc motions in a counter-clockwise direction. Cancels rapid motion. Required values: X, Y, I, J. I and J define the position of the center point.

FORMAT: GO3 Xnnnn.nnn Ynnnn.nnn 1nnnn.nnn Jnnnn.nnn

VISION PROGRAMMING Standard EIA Codes Page 5

2.1.2 Special Purpose G-Codes

Inch mode. lnforms the control that all programmed dimensions are in inches. When used, this code must appear at the beginning of the program. This is the default mode. If neither a G70 nor a G71 is programmed, the control will assume inch mode.

Metric mode. lnforms the control that all programmed dimensions are in mm. When used, this code should appear at the beginning of the program.

Absolute Programming. lnforms the control that all programmed dimensions are absolute coordinates, referenced from an absolute zero point. When used, this code must appear at the beginning of the program. This is the default mode. If neither a G90 nor a G91 is programmed, the control will assume absolute mode.

Incremental Programming. lnforms the control that all programmed dimensions are relative distances, referenced from the start of each block. When used, this code must appear at the beginning of the program.

Absolute Zero Point. Defines the position of the absolute zero point for absolute programming mode. The format of this code allows the user to define the zero point anywhere in the coordinate system. If no X or Y value is included, then the control assumes that the current machine position is the absolute zero point. Otherwise, the value programmed for X and Y is taken as the distance that the machine is currently offset from the absolute zero point. Those values are loaded into the control's Program Coordinates register, and all absolute programming movements are referenced to the new zero point.

FORMAT: G92 Xnnnn.nnn Ynnnn.nnn

Paae 6 VISION PROGRAMMING

Standard EIA Codes

MO PROGRAM STOP. This code may be used to stop program execution at a specific point in the program, such as at the start of cutting operations. To continue program execution, the operator must press PROGRAM START.

M21-M28 SHAPE ORIENTATION. These codes interchange or rotate the coordinate axis in 90 degree intervals or mirror image positions. These codes can be useful for orientation or nesting of parts.

M21 NORMAL MODE. This is the default mode. This code only needs to be .

programmed if returning to normal orientation after using M22 through M28.

M22 MIRROR X AXIS. (X=-X, Y=+Y)

M23 ROTATE 90" CCW FROM NORMAL. (X=+Y, Y=-X)

M24 MIRROR IMAGE OF M23 (X=-Y, Y=-X)

M25 ROTATE 90" CW FROM NORMAL. (X=-Y, Y=+X)

M26 MIRROR IMAGE OF M25 (X=+Y, Y=+X)

M27 ROTATE 180" FROM NORMAL (X=-X, Y=-Y)

M28 MIRROR IMAGE OF M27. (X=+X, Y=-Y)

M45 MARKER OFFSET # I ON. Moves the marker to the location previously occupied by the torch. Automatic Height Control is initiated so the marker unit will lower to the plate. Direction and amount of offset are determined by the Machine Constants. Either this code or an M47 must precede any marking or scribing. After one of these offset codes has been programmed, actual marking is done by programming an

- M60, scribing is done with the M74 and M75.

.VISION PROGRAMMING Standard EIA Codes Page 7

MARKER OFFSET #2 ON. Moves the marker to the location previously occupied by the torch. Automatic Height Control is initiated so the marker unit will lower to the plate. Direction and amount of offset are determined by the Machine Constants.

MARKER OFFSET #I OFF. Cancels the offset initiated by M45, turns off Automatic Height Control and raises the marker unit. The marker offset off codes M46 and M48 should only be used after all marking and scribing in the program is completed.

MARKER OFFSET #2 OFF. Cancels the offset initiated by M47, turns off Automatic Height Control and raises the marker unit.

M57 AUTOMATIC HEIGHT CONTROL BLOCK. This code freezes the Plasma AHC until an M58 code is received.

M58 AUTO HEIGHT CONTROL RELEASE. This command re-enables Plasma AHC after having been disabled by an M57.

M60 PUNCHIMARK. This code momentarily enersizes the marking unit to make a mark on the plate. Marker Offset On must be programmed first to enable height control and to properly offset the marker unit, either M45 or M47. All punching or marking should be done prior to cutting the part, since parts may shift or drop away after being cut, and the vibration from the marker can cause cut parts to move.

M65 PLASMA ON. This code causes the following sequence of events:

1. Automatic Height Control is initiated, torches find initial height.

2. The Plasma process is initiated.

3. When all arcs are established, the Travel Delay and Pierce Timers begin.

4. After the Travel Delay Timer ends travel is initiated.

5. During the Pierce Timer, the Master Up output is on.

M66 PLASMA OFF. This code stops all arcs and raises the brches for the amount of time in the MASTER UP TIMER.

VISION PROGRAMMING Page 8 Standard EIA Codes

M67 KERF LEFT. This code turns on kerf compensation offsetting to the left of the path. To determine the desired direction of kerf offset, it is necessary to envision the cut direction. Kerf Left will offset the cut path to the left, when facing the cut direction. The programmer need only consider the kerf direction. The machine operator will enter the kerf amount, which needs to be determined by measurement of the actual cut width, and will change with every thickness of material and type of cutting. The controller will automatically offset the cut path by 112 of the entered amount. This puts the edge of the cut along the actual programmed path.

EXAMPLE: KERF LEFT

Actual tool path

\ Cut direction

I ~ e r f ~ f f s e t ~ r o ~ r a m d e d Path Kerf Width

M68 KERF RIGHT. This code turns on kerf compensation to the right of the programmed path. See M67 abeve for other details.

EXAMPLE: KERF RIGHT

Kerf Width I Kerf-Offset Programmed Path

/

Actual tool Cut direction path

M69 KERF OFF. This code turns off the kerf compensation after being turned on by an M67 or M68. It is not necessary to program M69 before changing from kerf offset on one side to the other, however, this should not be done when the torch is lit.

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OXY FUEL CUTTING CYCLE START. This code causes the following sequence of events to occur: I

1. The Automatic Height Control is initiated and selected torches lower to the plate. The ignitors on all torches turn on.

2. The ignitors turn off automatically after five seconds of operation.

3. High preheat gases turn on and PREHEAT timer starts.

4. When the preheat timer has completed its timing, the cutting oxygen is turned on, and the preheat gases are switched to "low preheat".

5. Machine travel is initiated.

If a Plasma station is selected, the M70 is the same as an M65.

CUTTING CYCLE STOP. This code shuts off all gases and causes the torches to raise for the amount of time in the MASTER UP TIMER. The machine will be in feedhold while the torches are being raised. If a Plasma station is selected, the M71 functions the same as an M66.

CUT STOP. This code shuts off the cutting oxygen, but leaves preheat oxygentfuel gas on, and raises the torches for the amount of time in the MASTER UP TIMER. This function is used primarily to end the cutting process between multiple oxy-fuel cuts. If a plasma station is selected, the M73 functions the same as the M66.

..- SCRIBE ON. This code energizes the marking unit in order to mark a scribed path. The markers remain energized until an M75 is programmed. This code should be followed immediately with a motion block.

The M74 should only be used after a marker offset code has been programmed, either M45 or M47. The scribe on code begins marking, and assumes that the marker has already been moved into the correct position and that the height control has been turned on.

M75 SCRIBE OFF. This code de-energizes the marking units to end a scribed path. After all marking or scribing has been finished, a marker offset off code should be issued to turn off the marker offset and the marker height control, either M46 or M48.

Paae 10 VISION PROGRAMMING

Standard EIA Codes

2.3 Auxiliary Codes

- The Vision has added capabilities that allow for special functions. ~ h e s e special capabilities are not critical to the function of the CNC but allow for easier more convenient programming.

R RAPID FEED RATE. When placed at the end of a G01, G02, or GO3 motion code, that line will be executed at Rapid speed. The 'R" is not modal, the speed will return to normal after this line is executed.

FORMAT: GO1 Xnnnn.nnn Ynnnn-nnn R

Knnn KERF OFFSET. Programmed Kerf Offset allows for changes in Kerf settings within the part program. A programmed kerf value overrides any kerf value entered by the machine operator. "K" followed by the kerf value in thousandths of an inch will load the kerf value into the control's kerf register.

EXAMPLE: K.250

Fnnn FEED RATE. Programmed Feedrate provides feedrate changes during automatic program execution. 'F" followed by the feedrate in inches per minute will cause a feedrate change upon execution of this block. Operator override of feedrate is still functional.

EXAMPLE:

The following program cuts a 10 x 10 inch square with a 4 inch hole in the center. The hole is cut at 75 inches per minute, the square is cut at 100 inches per minute.

G91 GOO X5.0 Y-6.5 F75 M65 GO3 J-.25 GO3 J2.0 GO3 J.25 M66 GOO X-5.5 Y6.5 F100 M65 GO1 X10.5 Y-10.0 X-10.0 Y 1 0.5 M66

INCREMENTAL MODE RAPID MOVE TO 1ST PIERCE POINT SET FEED RATE AT 75 IPM CUTTING PROCESS ON LEAD IN CUT CIRCLE LEAD OUT CUT PROCESS OFF RAPID MOVE TO 2ND PIERCE POINT SET FEED RATE AT 100 IPM CUT PROCESS ON CUT SQUARE

CUT PROCESS OFF

VISION PROGRAMMING Programming Techniques Page 11

3 Programming Techniques

3.1 Programming A Straight Line

A straight line is programmed by specifying the endpoint of the line. Normally, a straight line is programmed with a G01. However, if the movement is to be at rapid speed, then a GOO is used.

3.1.1 Incremental

In incremental, the dimension specified is the displacement from the start point of the line. If there is motion only in one axis, then other axis dimension need not be programmed.

EXAMPLE: GO1 X+10.0 Y-5.0

3.1.2 Absolute

In absolute, the dimension specified is the absolute coordinate of the endpoint. If a dimension is omitted, it is assumed that the endpoint in that axis is a the same absolute dimension as the start point.

EXAMPLE: GO1 X+14.0 Y-6.0

VISION PROGRAMMING Page 12 Programming Techniques

3.2 Programming An Arc

An arc is programmed by specifying the endpoint and center point of th6 arc.

3.2.1 Incremental

In incremental, both the endpoint and center point dimensions are specified as the displacement from the start point.

- EXAMPLE: GO2 X1O.O Y-10.0 I0 J-10.0

3.2.2 Absolute

In absolute, both the endpoint and center point dimensions are specified as the absolute coordinates of those points. If a dimension is omitted, then it is assumed that the absolute position of that point is the same as the start point.

EXAMPLE: GO2 X14.0 Y-11.0 14.0 J-11.0

VISION PROGRAMMING Programming Techniques Page 13

3.3 Programmlng A Circle

A complete circle is programmed by specifying the center p ~ i n t of the circle.

3.3.1 Incremental

In incremental, center point dimensions are specified as the displacement from the start point. The endpoint need not be specified, since the displacement is zero.

EXAMPLE: GO2 17.0

3.3.2 Absolute

In absolute, the center point dimensions are specified as the absolute coordinates of that point. The endpoint need not be specified, since the control will assume the X and Y dimension to be unchanged from the current position.

EXAMPLE: GO2 I1 1.0

VISION PROGRAMMING Page 14 General Rules Of Programming

4 General Rules Of Programming

Below are some general rules of programming as demonstrated in the example programs.

Cut direction should generally be clockwise on the outside perimeter of a part, counter clockwise on any inner perimeter. This is due to the assumption that any part program may be used for plasma cutting. When plasma cutting, the physics of the arc result in a straighter part edge on the right side of the cut then on the left. Therefore, the good part should always be kept to the right of the cut, the scrap to the left. This also allows the use of Kerf Left (M67) for both the ID and OD.

Cut direction:

Clockwise on outer perimeter.

Counter-clockwise on inner perimeters.

Parts should generally have their index point in the lower right corner, with the pierce point and lead-in point at the upper right corner. This is due to the general principle that when oxy-fuel cutting, the last side of the part to be cut should be attached to the largest part of the plate. Therefore, when cutting clockwise around the perimeter of a square, the first cut would be down the right side, and the last cut would be from left to right across the top. This assumes that the part is being cut near the end of the plate closest to the operator.

Cut order:

Last cut attached to the largest part of the plate.

PLATE

/PIERCE

0 INDEX

M-Codes may be on the same line as a programmed movement, but for clarity should be placed on a separate line. If an M-Code is included on a line with a programmed movement, the M-Code is always executed first.

VISION PROGRAMMING General Rules Of Programming Page 15

Kerf On and Kerf Off M-Codes must always be done while the cutting process is turned off. This means that you should program Kerf On before the process on code, and program Kerf Off after the process off code. Failure to do so will cause the machine to execute the kerf compensation movement while the process is on, possibly damaging the part which is being cut.

An M71 code should only be used when you are sure that all cutting is finished. If a part is going to be cut repeatedly, or used in a nest, the M73 code should be used instead. Doing so will save time and gas by avoiding the unnecessary ignite cycle for each pierce.

The Vision control interprets process M-Codes differently depending upon which stations are tumed on. For example; on a machine with both plasma and oxy-fuel process, if the plasma station is turned on, either an M65 or an M70 will start the plasma pierce cycle. Because of this capability, the Vision control will only allow the operator to turn on one type of station at a time.

If a program is going to be cut repeatedly, or in a nest, the return to index point may be omitted. When nesting or doing repetitions on the Vision, the control will automatically move the machine from the end point of one program to the start point of the next program, regardless of where those points are located. Therefore, eliminating the return to index point may save time in the cutting operation.

If machine motion needs to be stopped at a specific point during the program execution, an MO may be programmed. This command halts machine motion. Continuation of the program does not resume until the START button is pressed.

VISION PROGRAMMING .

Page 16 Programming Examples

5 Programming Examples

5.1 Program Example 1

.5 RAD. I I I I I

PUNCH MARK

? )---

3 CUT

- 8.75 t I POINT

+Y (J)

VISION PROGRAMMING Programming Examples Page 17

The following programs illustrate the use of common M-Codes and programming techniques. Here is how it would be programmed:

1: G91 2: M47 3: GOO X8.0 Y2.0 4: M60 5: X-5.25 Y2.0 6: M60 7: X-1.5 8: M60 9: Y1.O

10: M60 11: X1.5 12: M60 13: X-.75 Y-2.0 14: M74 15: Y4.0 16: M75 17: XI .O Y-1 .O 18: M74 .,

19: X-2.0 20: M75 21: M48 22: X5.75 Y-.75 23: MO 24: F25 25: M67 26: M70 27: GO1 Y-.75 28: GO3 J-1.5 "

29: GO1 Y.75 30: M73 31: M69 32: GOO X5.0 Y-5.25 33: M67 34: M70 35: GO1 X-8.75 36: GO2 X-1.5 Y1.5 J+1.5 37: GO1 Y.75 38: GO2 X.50 Y.50 1+.50 39: GO1 X8.75 40: Y-9.75 41: M71 42: M69 43: GOO X-9.25 Y.50

INCREMENTAL MODE PUNCH MARKER OFFSET ON RAPlD MOVE TO 1ST PUNCH POlNT PUNCH MARK RAPlD MOVE TO 2ND PUNCH POlNT PUNCH MARK RAPlD MOVE TO 3RD PUNCH POlNT PUNCH MARK RAPID MOVE TO 4TH PUNCH POlNT PUNCH MARK RAPlD MOVE TO 5TH PUNCH POINT PUNCH MARK RAPlD MOVE TO BEGINNING OF SCRIBE LlNE SCRIBE ON SCRIBE LlNE SCRIBE OFF RAPlD MOVE TO NEXT SCRIBE LlNE SCRIBE ON SCRIBE LlNE SCRIBE OFF PUNCH MARKER OFFSET OFF RAPlD MOVE TO PIERCE POlNT PROGRAM STOP AFTER PUNCH MARKING SET FEED RATE AT 25 INCH PER MINUTE KERF ON LEFT PIERCE CYCLE LEAD IN CUT CIRCLE LEAD OUT CUTTING OXYGEN OFF, TORCHES STAY ON KERF OFF RAPlD MOVE TO NEXT PIERCE POlNT KERF ON LEFT PIERCE CYCLE START LEAD IN CUT DESIRED SHAPE u

H

n

u

PROCESS OFF KERF OFF RAPlD MOVE BACK TO INDEX POlNT

VISION PROGRAMMING Page 18 Programming Examples



This program example, illustrates the difference between Incremental and Absolute programming of the same shape.

Incremental Program

1: G91 2: GOO X3.95 3: M67 4: M70 5: GO1 X-3.2 6: GO3 X-.75 Y.75 1+.75 7: GO1 Y1 .O9 8: X50 Y.29 9: GO3 X.37 Y.37 1+.5 J+.87 10: GO1 X.29 Y.5 11: X1.79 12: X1.15 Y-1.15 13: GO2 Y-.7 1-.35 J-.35 14: GO1 X-1.65 Y-1.65 15: GOO X-2.45 Y.5 16: M73 17: M69

Absolute Program

1: G90 2: GOO X3.95 3: M67 4: M70 5: GO1 X.75 6: GO3 X.75 YO 10 JO 7: GO1 Y1.84 8: X50 Y2.13 9: GO3 X.87 Y2.50 J3.0 10: GO1 XI -1 6 Y3.0 1 1 : X2.95 Y3.0 12: GO1 X4.1 Y 1.85 13: GO2 X4.1 Y1.15 13.75 J1.5 14: GO1 X2.45 Y-.5 15: M73 16: M69 17: GOO XO YO

VISION PROGRAMMING Page 20 Programming Examples


The WES Test pattern (per WES 6601 -1 980) is used to check machine accuracy. This program can be run while using a tracing pen mounted to one of the carriages in order to trace the machine's movements on paper. The pattern produced is ideal for checking machine squareness positioning accuracy, and repeatability.


Program:

VISION PROGRAMMING Page 22 Index

Absolute ................................................................................................................................. 5 Absolute programming ............................................................................................................ 2 AHC freeze ............................................................................................................................. 7 Arcs ...................................................................................................................................... 12 Axis orientation ........................................................................................................................ 3 Circle Error ........................................................................................................................... 3

..................................................................................................................................... Circles 13 Circular motion .......................................................................................................................... 4 Codes

format ................................................................................................................. ............ 1 Decimal point ....................................................................................................................... 2 Disk files

format ................................................................................................................................... 1 EIA format ............................................................................................................................. 1. 4

.................................................................................................................... Endpoint tolerance 3 Feed rate programming ..................................................................................................... 10 File name extension ............................................................................................................ 1

..................... File names ; ........................................................................................................ 1 Files

format .............................................................................................................................. 1 naming .............................................................................................................................. 1

.................................................................................................................................... G-Codes 4 Height Control freeze .......................................................................................................... 7

. ........................................................................................................................................ Inch 1, 5 Incremental ............................................................................................................................... 5 Incremental programming ......................................................................................................... 2

............................................................................................................................. Index points 15 Kerf

on and off codes ................................................................................................................... 8 e .................................................................... programmed value '. ..................................... 10

when to program ............................................................................. ............................... 15 Length. program lines ........................................................................................................... 3 Limitations ............................................................................................................................. 3 Line length ............................................................................................................................... 3 Linear motion ............................................................................................................................ 4 Marker offsets ........................................................................................................................ 6 Maximum

endpoint tolerance ................................................................................................................ 3 line length ........................................................................................................................ 3 radius .................................................................................................................................... 3

M-Codes ............................................................................................................................ 6. 14 ......................................................................... Metric ........................................................ 1.5

Mirror image ............................................................................................................................. 6 Motion codes ............................................................................................................................. 4

..................................................................................................................... Naming programs 1 Orientation codes ...................................................................................................................... 6 Orientation of axes .................................................................................................................. 3 Oxy-Fuel codes .................................................................................................................... 9 Oxy-Fuel process off ............................................................................................................ 15

VISION PROGRAMMING Index Page 23

Plasma codes ........................................................................................................................ 7 ............................................................................................................ Process OnIOff Codes 15

Program stop ......................................................................................................................... 15 Programming

................................................................................................................................ codes 1. 4 feed rate ....................................................................................................................... 10 format ............................................................................................................................. 1

Programming Limits .................................................................................................................. 3 Punch Mark ............................................................................................................................... 7 Punch Marker ............................................................................................................................ 6

................................................................................................................................... Rapid 4. 10 .................................................................................................... Rotation ............................... 6

Scribe codes ............................................................................................................................ 9 ....................................................................................................................................... Speed 10

......................................................................................................................... Straight line 4. 11 .................................................................................................................. Tolerance. endpoint 3

Units ......................................................................................................................................... 1 WES test ................................................................................................................................. 20

F 14 - 082 2/!% Printed in U.S.A.

VISION PROGRAMMING Fage 6 Standard EIA Codes

2.1.3 Programmed Station Selection and Spacing

A set of G codes has been assigned for programming this optional feature for the Vision Control system. These codes are described with regard to function and operation.

G83 and G87.

These codes are used in selection of stations to be activated and the clamp mode of selected stations. G83 selects a station or multiple stations in the group of stations 1-9, G87 selects stations 10 and above. Follow The G code with an "I" parameter and the station number (s) to be selected.

EXAMPLE

G831357 selects station numbers 3, 5 and 7

Stations 10 and above are selected by using G87. In this group of stations, station 10 is 1, station 1 1 is 2, station 12 is 3, etc.

EXAMPLE

G87ll 35 selects station numbers 10, 12 and 14

By including a 'J" parameter in the data block the clamping mode of the selected stations can be specified. A data block with a "J" parameter will only cause the station to be clamped as specified, it does not select the station for cutting. The clamp mode can be either of four (4) choices.

JO Free stations (undamped)

J1 Clamp station(s) to beam

J2 Clamp station(s) in "like" image

J3 Clamp station(s) in 'mirror" image

EXAMPLES

G83l l23d1l Clamp stations 1,2, 3 and 4 to the beam

Clamp stations 2, 5 and 7 in "mirror" image

Clamp stations 10 and 11 in "like" image mode

VISION PROGRAMMING Standard EIA Codes Pane 7

G84 and G88.

These two G-Codes are used to de-select stations. G84 de-selects stations 1-9, G88 de-selects station 10 and up. An "I" parameter can be included to specify which stations to de-select.

EXAMPLE

G8412468 De-selects station numbers 2,4,6 and 8

G8812 De-selects station number 11

If no station(s) are specified "All" will be assumed.

Programming Sequence

Since a G83 or G87 with a "J" parameter does not activate a station, all clamping must be done prior to selecting which stations will be used for the cutting process. If station spacing is changed during a program, it resets the station selection. Thus, after re-spacing the stations, the appropriate stations must be selected prior to starting the cutting process. A sample program using station selection and spacing would look like this:

1: M89 MASH, releases all clamps and Mashes stations 2: GIY+100.0 Separate the Master carriage by 100 inches. 3: G8312J2 Clamp station #2 in the "Like" mode. 4: GIY+45.0 Move the station to the cutting area. 5: G83112 Select stations 1 and 2 for cutting. 6: M67 Begin cutting process. 7: M65

To change the station spacing in the middle of a program, start by de selecting all stations using the G84 and G87. Next, clamp the slave stations to the beam as required by using the G83 with a "J" parameter. Then, while the slave stations are clamped to the beam, move the master carriage to the desired position relative to the slaves. The actual minimum separation of the cutting torches will be different on each machine and will have to be determined by measurement. Once the torches are at the correct separation, clamp the slave stations as required using the G83 with a "J" parameter. Finally, select the stations to be used for cutting by using a G83 code.

F14-114

March, 1997

l NSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for

PPT Parallel Program Transfer Software


ESAB Cutting Systems, 1997

This manual is ESAB Part Number F l4 1 14

This manual is intended for the convenience and use of the cutting machine purchaser. It is not a contract or other obligation on the part of ESA B.

Printed In U.S.A.

Contents

Contents

1 Introduction ...................... .... ......................................................................................... 1

2 Setting Up the PPT Connection ................... .. ................................................................. 2 2.1 Setting Up on the SERIES 2000 ................................................................................ 2 2.2 Connecting Cable for SERIES 2000 . IBM PC/XT/AT .............................................. 3 2.3 Setting Up on the VISION 1000, VISION 2000, VISION 2000C ................................ 3 2.4 Connecting Cable For VISION 1000/2000/2000 C . IBM PC/XT/AT ...................... ... 4 2.5 Setting Up on the IBM-PCKVAT ............................................................................. 5

2.5.1 Changing the Configuration Parameters on the IBM-PC/XT/AT ...................... 6 2.5.2 Starting Data Transfer on the IBM-PC/XT/AT .............................................. 8 2.5.3 Operation and Error Messages from the PC Side ............................................ 9

2.6 Operation of UDL and PPT on a Single RS-232 Port of the SERIES 2000 ............... 9 2.7 Setting Up VAX under VMS ....................................................................................... 10

2.7.1 System-specific Information for PPT .......................... ... ............................. 10 2.7.2 Installation on the VAX .................................................................................. 11 2.7.3 Starting Data Transfer on the VAX .................... .... ................................... 12

................................................................................................................. 3 Transfer Process 13 ......................................................................................................... 3.1 Synchronization 13

3.2 Program Transfer from the HOST to the SERIES 2000NISION ............................... 13 3.3 Errors ......................................................................................................................... 13

4 Transfer Protocol ...................................... .. ........................................................................ 15 4.1 Protocol Handling .................................... .... .............................................................. 15 4.2 General Protocol Characters ..................................................................................... 15 4.3 Data Transfer ............................................................................................................. 16

...................................................................................................... 4.4 Sample Protocols 18 ..................... 4.4.1 Synchronization of Host and SERIES 2000NISION by the Host 18

4.4.2 Transmission to the SERIES 2000NISlON ..................................................... 18 .............. 4.4.3 Protocol Following Readiness Query ... ......................................... 18

lntroduction Parallel Program Transfer (PPT) Page 1

1 b

Introduction

The computer connection 'Parallel Program Transfer,' referred to henceforth as PPT, is a connection between the SERIES 2000NISION and a HOST computer.

One of the primary features of this connection is the possibility of transferring programs from the host to the data memory of the SERIES 2000NISION at any time, without being concerned about the operating state of the SERIES 2000NISION. No intervention is needed by the operator with respect to the transfer.

PPT makes error-protected transmission of part programs from the host-computer to the SERIES 2000NISION possible. The connection is controlled from the HOST side, making the SERIES 2000NISION the passive partner. All activities are initiated by the HOST, and run in the background, parallel to the events on the SERIES 2000NISION.

The host computer has to either be running under a multi-user operating system (such as VAX-VMS, PDP-RSX), or else it must be available exclusively for the task of computer connection (such as an IBM-PC under MS-DOS).

There must be a program installed on the host computer which carries on the communication with the SERIES ZOOONISION in the specified form.

Such programs are made available by the manufacturer of the SERIES 2000NISION in source form for various computers, so that installation by the user is possible.

b For the hardware connection, a serial port (RS232) is expected on the host, from which a device such as a terminal can be operated.

Correspondence programs are available at the present time for the following systems: I

I BM-PC/XT/AT under MS-DOS (in PASCAL) VAX under VMS (in FORTRAN) HOST computers under UNIXIAIX (in C)

Additional correspondence programs are in preparation.

Inquiries are welcome!

This paper includes more information than you need for the installation.

I For the installation, refer to Chapter 2.

Chapter 3 describes the sequence of transmission between the host computer and the SERIES 2000NISION, and goes briefly into errors which may arise.

Chapter 4 describes the actual transfer protocol.

Setting Up the PPT Connection Page 2 Parallel Program Transfer (PPT)

Setting Up the PPT Connection

PPT communication is normally handled via a RS-232 connection.

A connection of the SERIES 2000NISION with the host computer through the current-loop interface of the SERIES 2000NISION is also conceivable. The prerequisites for this should be checked with the manufacturer.

Setting Up on the SERIES 2000

The two RS-232 ports have the following machine constants assigned to them:

MC098 - 105 Port 2 (X29) MC106 - 113 Port 3 (X28)

Basic Settings Of the Port

The machine constants are normally set as follows,

Device identification Baud rate Data bits Stop bits Parity XOWOFF Abort type Abort condition

8 9600 8 (no other input permitted) 1 (no other input permitted) 0 (no other input permitted) 1 011 0

The setting of the abort condition is of no significance here.

If the entry for abortion type is a 1, this indicates the joint operation of PPT and UDL (Upload/Download) at a single RS-232 port (see section 2.6).

If there should be problems with data transfer, because of the length of the wiring for example, the settings for the port - especially the baud rate - can be changed. It must be kept in mind that any change in the interface parameters needs to be made on both sides of the connection.

Setting Up the PPT Connection Parallel Program Transfer (PPT) Page 3

2.2 Connecting Cable for SERIES 2000 - IBM PC/XT/AT

b The PC connector is connected to one of the RS-232 ports (X28/X29).

The pin assignments are as follows:

SERIES 2000 (RS-232)

6 pin BLAG socket IBM PC/XT/AT 25 pin 25 pin Dconnection

PIN PIN

1 Rx 2 Tx

RTs 1 5 CTS 3 CTS 6 DSR

20 DTR 4 GND 7 GND 2 SHIELD 1

SERIES 2000 (RS-232)

6 pin BLAG socket

PIN

IBM PC/XT/AT 9 pin

9 pin connector

CTS

GND SHIELD

Setting Up on the VlSlON 1000, VlSlON 2000, VlSlON 2000C

PIN

2 Rx 3 Tx 8 CTS 6 DSR 4 DTR 5 GND 1

The setup on the VlSlON 1000NISION 2000NISION 2000C is similar to the setup on the VlSlON 2000C. Please refer to the operating instructions for the specific SERIES 2000 or VlSlON CNC for additional information.


2.4 Connecting Cable For VISION 1000/2000/2000 C - IBM PC/XT/AT

The PC connector is connected to one of the RS-232 ports. The pin assignments for the RS-232 port (X27/X28) are as follows:

VISION 1000/2000/2MXK= (RS-232)

6 pin BLA6 socket IBM PClXTlAT 25 pin 25 pin Pconnection

PIN PIN

1 Rx 2 Tx

RTs I 5 CTS 3 CTS 6 DSR

20 DTR 4 GND 7 GND 2 SHIEU) 1

VISION 100012000/2000C (RS-232)

6 pin BlA6 socket

IBM PC/XT/AT 9 pin

9 pin connector

PIN PIN

1 Rx 3 Tx

*sI E 8 CTS

3 CTS 6 DSR 4 DTR

4 GND 5 GND 2 SHIELD 1

The pin assignments for the additional RS-232 ports are as follows:

VISION 100012000/2OOOC (RS-232) 25 pin Dconnector

IBM PC/XTlAT 25 pin 25 pin Dconnection

PIN PIN

3 Rx 2 Tx 5 CIS 6 DSR

20 DTR 20 D m

7 GND 7 GND

VISION 1000/2000/2000C (RS-232)

25 pin Dconnector

IBM PCIXTIAT 9 pin

9 pin connector

PIN PIN

2 Tx 2 Rx 3 Rx 3 Tx

8 CTS 6 DSR

DTR 4 DTR

7 GND 5 GND

Setting Up the PPT Connection Parallel Program Transfer (PPT) Page 5 -- - -

2.5 Setting Up on the IBM-PCIXWAT

For the PPT connection between the SERIES 2000 or VISION and an IBM-compatible computer, ESAB supplies a diskette with the communication program.

This diskette contains the source files for the communication program, as well as a version of the executable program (PPT.EXE).

To install the software, place the distribution diskette in one of your computer's disk drives.

Now follow the installation steps as indicated.

- Change to the drive in which you placed the diskette. For example: A:cENTER>

- Enter the following command line at the keyboard

For example: INSTALL A: C:\PPT d

The parameters have the following meanings:

A: - Identification letter of the drive into which you placed the diskette.

C:lPPT - Directory in which you wish to install the software.

d - Language preference; the options are: d - for German, e - for English

Change the parameters in accordance with the existing configuration of your computer. Note that a blank space was entered between the individual parameters.

Now confirm the command with the return key.

All of the files on the distribution diskette are now copied into the directory which you specified.


- Now change to the installation directory and enter the following command at the keyboard.

For example: PPT/I=2,9600

Identifier to set the port parameters.

The serial port of the computer which will be used.

Separator character.

The transfer rate (baud rate) to be used

Confirm the input line with the <ENTER> key. The port parameters are saved in the configuration file (CONFIG-PPT).

- The communication program is now completely installed and configured.

2.5.1 Changing the Configuration Parameters on the IBM-PC/XT/AT

The correspondence program initializes the serial port with the following setting:

COM1 , port COMl (from CONFIG-PPT) 9600 , transfer rate (baud rate) (from CONFIG.PPT) 8 , number of data bits (cannot be changed) 1 number of stop bits (cannot be changed) N , parity (cannot be changed)

The initialization of the port is always performed using the current parameters from the configuration file.

By means of the command line

PPT /I=c,baud

/I= - Identifier for setting the port parameters.

c - The serial port of the computer. Possible values: 1 for COMI, 2 for COM2.

- I Separator character.

baud - The transfer rate (baud rate) to be used Possible values: 3OO,6OO,l2OO,24OO,48OO and 9600 baud


Confirm the input line with the <ENTER> key. The port parameters are saved in the configuration file (CONFIG-PPT).

Following the command:

PPT //=2,,4800cENTER>

PPT uses the COM2 port at 4800 baud.

In addition to the port parameters, the following parameters can be set on the PC by the user:

TIMEOUT : Monitors the data transfer time between SERIES 2000NISION and PC. The TIMEOUT value is saved in the configuration file and can be set with the command line

PPT /T=timeout.

timeout in seconds

NAK Number of data repetitions. When a transmission error has been recognized, the other device is asked to send the packet again. An internal counter is incremented, which stores the number of repetitions. If this counter exceeds the defined repetition rate, the connection is aborted.

The repetition rate is set by the command line

PPT Akcount .

count number of repetitions.


2.5.2 Starting Data Transfer on the IBM-PC/XT/AT

The correspondence program is started by entering

The program now waits for the name of a part program:

Filename:

The user enters the program name at the keyboard of the PC, and confirms the input with the <ENTER> key. The correspondence program now establishes the connection with the SERIES 2000NISION, and transfers the program data. The current operations are indicated by operating and error messages displayed on the screen. After the transmission is completed, the correspondence program ends.

The user can also pass the program name to the program in the input line (see examples).

I Examples for transferring:

PPT<ENTER> Filename: 12345678 MPG

or

PPT 12345678.Mf eENTER>

The program can be interrupted during the transfer with the key combination <CTRb+cESC> (Press the <CTRL> key and the <ESC> key at the same time).


Operation and Error Messages from the PC Side

Operation messages: 01 ! Data ~ o d t tost ! 02 ! SERIES 2000 does not answer ! 03 ! SERIES 2000 does not understand ! 04 Transfer active 05 Transfer complete 06 ! 5meout ! 07 Bytes transferred 08 Press Ctd+Esc to aboct the program

Error messages: 01 Program not present 02 Program already present 03 Internal memory enor 04 lntemal address book error 05 Memory is full 06 lntemal error 1 07 lntemal error 2 08 lntemal enor 3 09Intemalenor4 OA Format enor in geometry 08 Internal error 5 OC lntemal error 6 OD Internal enor 7 OE Format e m in auxiliary function OF lntemal error 8 10 Program access denied 11 unknrmncommand 12 Format error in program number 1 3 File read enw

Operation of UDL and PPT on a Single RS-232 Port of the SERIES 2000

A SERIES 2000 which is connected to a host computer by an RS-232 line can be operated in both PPT and UDL (Up-Down-Load) modes.

For such operation the following conditions must be satisfied and the following settings made:

- the PPT port must be a RS-232 port (X28 or X29).

- the host computer must be connected to the PPT port.

- a "1" must be entered as the abort type in the machine constants of the PPT port (MC96 and MC112).

- the UDL port is defined in the machine constants for one of the two remaining free ports of the SERIES 2000. That can be either a RS-232 or a current-loop port.

- the parameters for the PPT port and the UDL port must be identical with respect to baud rate, data bit, stop bits and parity.

During data transfer from the host computer to the SERIES 2000 (PPT operation) the SERIES 2000 is blocked for UDL operation. In this case the error message "Data device not ready" appears on the screen of the SERIES 2000.


2.7 Setting Up VAX under VMS

The source files for the host computer are furnished on a magnetic tape. A translation run and installation is necessary as described below.

2.7.1 System-specific Information for PPT

To transfer a program from the host computer to the SERIES 2000NISION the following information is needed:

- Directory for the files needed at run time

- Program name of the program to be transferred

- Name of the terminal channel to which the SERIES ZOOONISION is connected

In order to make this information accessible to the PPT, the logical names available under VMS are used. Four logical names are defined:

PPTATA

PmFlLE

NCEDEV

PPTTEST

defines the path to the directory where the files which are needed at run time are located. This path must contain at least one directory name Additional information about logical or physical names of disks, etc., is optional. The pathname must be set up in accordance with the VAX configuration.

Example: SYS$SYSDRlVE:[PPT.SOURCE]

contains the program name of the program which is to be transferred. Additional pathnames are noted.

Example: UMAO:[USERI]TRANSFIL.UCT

defines the logical or physical name of the terminal channel on the VAX to which the SERIES 2000NISION is connected.

Example: TXB3:

defines the test option. If this logical name has the value "TEST", the correspondence between VAX and SERIES 2000NISION is output in addition on the terminal.


Two command procedures are needed to define this logical name:

defines PPTATA and NCEDEV. PPTINI.COFJI must be carried out before the first PPT run.

defines PPTFILE and PPITEST. PPTCOM calls the executable program PPTSYS.EXE, using the pathname defined in PPTATA.

2.7.2 Installation on the VAX

2.7.2.1 Creating the Executable Program PPTSYS.EXE

All of the files from the magnetic tape must be copied into one directory. The FORTRAN77 compiler must be accessible from this directory with the command "FOR file". The supplied magnetic tape must contain the following files:

PPTSYS. FOR PPTSUBS. FOR

PPTSUBIO. FOR PPTCOMSNC

DIATUCT. PPT PPTINS. COM

PPTCOM

After the source files have been copied successfully, the installation is started with the command @PPTINS.COM. The following files are created:

PPTPAR-INC Parameter file for the name convention of the SERIES 2000NISlON

ALTKON=TRUE Numerical program names

ALTKON=FALSE Alphanumeric program names

PPTSYSEXE Executable program

PPTINI.COM Command procedure. Contains the logical name definition as specified.


2.7.2.2 Preparation for Muttiple-user Access

Following the successful completion of PPTINS (the installation procedure), all of the files needed at run time are available. In order to have access to PPT via the logical name PPTATA, all of the files needed at run time must now be copied into the directory pointed to by PPTATA. (PPTATA was defined during installation PPTINS by the "pathname" input).

The files needed at run time are:

PPTSYS. EXE DIATUCT. PPT PPXCOM

In order to make PPTATA available to all users, the command procedure PPTINI.COM must be called at each login. This can also take place directly in the login procedure.

If only one SERIES 2000NlSION is to be supplied with programs via the PPT, every user uses the same terminal channel, which is defined with NCEDEV. For this reason PPTINI.COM should be copied into the directory with the files needed at run time, and be called from the login procedure with the appropriate path designation.

When several SERIES 2000NISION machines are to be supplied, each user can only supply one machine. In this case PPTINI.COM must be copied directly into each user directory. PPTINI.COM must then be edited for each user's machine. Here the terminal channel defined through NCEDEV must be modified.

2.7.3 Starting Data Transfer on the VAX

PPT is started with the command:

PPT path:file- ext

Example: PPT PARTOI. MPG

PPT DISK:[USER]PART02. MPG

For diagnostic purposes, "TEST" can be specified as a second parameter. In this case the entire correspondence between the VAX and the SERIES 2000NlSION is output on the terminal channel.

Example: PPT P1234.MPG TEST

Information about name conventions and cable connections may be found in the PC- installation manual.

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3 Transfer Process

I 3-1 Synchronization

When the SERIES 2000NISION is switched on, the driver interface to the host computer is also activated and released in the course of system initialization. From this point on the SERIES 2000NISION is ready to be controlled by the host.

To open the message interchange the host sends a tilde (-) to the SERIES 2000NISION. If this is acknowledged in the affirmative with ACK (>), the transfer of data can begin.

3.2 Program Transfer from the HOST to the SERIES 2000NISION

Process: The host initiates program transfer by sending the identifier for this type of order and the program number of the program part to be transferred. The SERIES 2000NISION thereupon opens this program in its program memory.

If a program of the same name is already present in the control system, it is automatically deleted (without notewing the operator of the SERIES 2000NISION), if this program is not called to execute at this time.

The SERIES 2000NISION acknowledges the open order with a message whose content is dependent on the success or outcome of the opening procedure. The host then sends blocks of data, which the SERIES 2000NISION stores in its program memory.

At the conclusion the host sends an end identifier. The SERIES 2000NISION closes the transferred program.

I 3.3 Errors

Only the host can react to errors, because it is the active partner in the connection. The normal reaction to an error state is to abort transfer or attempt to repeat it.

Depending on the nature of the error, however, the host may have the possibility of responding to the error (by repeating a message, for example) and thereby maintaining the connection and transfer.

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These basic types of errors can be distinguished:

- Checksum error Each data block transferred is secured by a checksum. If a checksum is recognized as erroneous, the transfer of the data block is repeated.

- Timeout The host monitors the response time of the SERIES 2000NISION. If no response comes, it sends a query to determine the status of the recipient and starts a new transfer of the data block if necessary.

- Format error Logical errors in a data block which are recognized by the SERIES 2000NISION are reported to the host by an appropriate error message.

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Transfer Protocol

The following explanations and information are only of interest to users who write the correspondence program for host computers or who wish to learn about the protocol.

Protocol Handling

A contiguous sequence of characters sent by the host or the control system is known as a block. It consists of a variable number of ASCll characters and concludes with a <CR> carriage return.

Between the host and the control system, blocks are always sent alternately; in other words, the host does not send a new block until a block has been received from the SERIES 2000NISION.

General Protocol Characters

All of the valid protocol characters are explained in the next section.

The character <-> underline is used in the present text only as a visual aid to mark a space character. During transfer, a space (20 hexadecimal) must be sent.

Universally valid protocol characters are:

- Tilde This character is used to establish 'initial contact' (synchronization). Transfers which are still open or which have been aborted are closed on the SERIES 2000NISION side.

? Question mark This character is sent only by the host to the control system, thereby inquiring about the status of a transmission. This is necessary whenever the host has recognized a time error (TIMEOUT). The control system responds to this character by repeating the transmission of its last block (ACK, NAK or an error message).

%% 2 Percent Signs used by the SERIES 2000NISION to nottfy the host of an error. After the character string '%%' an ASCll error number INN' is reported.

! Exclamation point used as a separator between the individual ESSI or EIA program records in the data block. It replaces the <LF> or <CR/LF> as the symbol for the end of a record, in order to avoid conflicts with the operating system of the host computer.

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> Greater than stands for ACK, and is sent in order to inform the other side that the preceding data transmission was carried out correctly. The ACK also has a counter '0'..'3' appended to it so that the sequence of the acknowledgments can be monitored.

< Less than stands for NAK. If one of the sides receives this character, then the last block needs to be sent again. If there are a number of erroneous tries, the host should abort the current transfer and attempt to begin transmission again.

1 Closed bracket identifies the end of a program transmission.

& Ampersand sent by the host in order to inform the SERIES 2000NISION that the next two characters are a command.

4.3 Data Transfer

- Start of data transfer, program name

The data transfer is initiated by the host with the string

&FH represents the command From Host, just as it is used in transferring with Upload/Download. The program number of the program to be transferred is represented by nnnnnnnnn.

The program number is governed by the rules of the specific SERIES 2000NISlON:

Main program no. 9 digits Program nest no. 5 digits Standard shape no. 4 digits Macro no. 3 digits

Depending upon machine constant 74 of the SERIES 2000, the main programs may also contain capital letters and trailing spaces. In any case, the program numbers must always be given with all of their digits, with spaces for padding if necessary.

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- Data block

This contains part of a numerical control part program, and is a block secured for correct transfer. It is made up of:

- 2 characters to indicate length, in the range from 00 to FF hexadezimal, represented by ASCII '01..'9' and 'A'..'F'

- a maximum of 250 characters of data including the end-of-record characters <!>

- 2 characters for checksum (same format as the length indicator) The checksum is generated by an XOR over all of the data characters. The result is sent as two hexadecimal digits.

- End-of-block character <CR>.

Example:

Data Block

/ - Data

Characters indicating length

~

SERIES 2000NISION: %%-01

Host: ? SERIES 2000NISION: >3

or

SERIES 2000NISION: <

or

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4.4 Sample Protocols

4.4.1 Synchronization of Host and SERIES 2000NISlON by the Host

All lines which are sent are terminated by a <CR> character.

Host: - SERIES 2000NISION: >O

4.4.2 Transmission to the SERIES 2000NISION

All lines which are sent are terminated by a <CR> character. Anything between parentheses () is a comment, and serves only as an explanation for the corresponding line of the protocol

Host: SERIES 2000NISION: Host: SERIES 2000NISION: Host: SERIES ZOOONISION: Host: SERIES 2000NISION: Host: SERIES 2000NISION: Host: SERIES 2000NISION:

&FHJESTO1 (main program TESTOI) >1 Data block 1 >2 Data block 2 >3 Data block 3 < (error) Data block 3 >o I >1

4.4.3 Protocol Following Readiness Query

All lines which are sent are concluded by a <CR> character. Anything between parentheses () is a comment, and serves only as an explanation for the corresponding line of the protocol

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To: Mike Featherstone Company: Samuel Plate

Phone: Fax: 905-664-741 6

Pages including this 8 cover page:

Mike,

I hope you didn't hear the phone crashing down at the end of our conversation. It fell out of my hand as I was placing it down.

Here is the UDL protocol that you requested. If you should try to implement this protocol, the udl feature will have to be enabled on your control if it is not already. Let me know if you need for this to be done.

Have a good day,

Jim Johnson

Basic X O W F F serial communication allowing DOS copy command to download from PC to Series 2000. Download timing must be coordinated between the Series 2000 operator and the host computer operabor. This capability is built in to the Series 2000 and requires no additional saftware.

Software package for the PC allowing downloading of programs to the Series 2000 in "Parallel" with any operation of the cutting machine. Makes use of the Series 2OWs multi-tasking capabilities, cutting machine operabor is not aware of download taking place. Download is controlled by the host PCs operabor.

and messages bskwaen the Series 2000 and a host computer, espaddly suited for very remote machine locations. Dawnloads and Uploads are controlled by the cutting machine operabr. Current versions of UDL are not TSRs(Terminate and Stay Resident) nor do they run in background.

Once both ends of the communications link have been set up with the proper parameters, PFT is ready a run. The only requirement at the Series 2000 is that the power be turned on.

To transmit a prugram, at the FCs keyboard type:

then press R E N R N .

The PCs display will shaw the following:

At the prompt, type in the name of the part program that you wish to transmit, and press RETURN.

Or simpfy type PPT followed by the filename. then press RRURN.

The part program must have the .MFG extension. The part program does nat need tn be in the same di-ry as the PPT program. If it is n a in the same directory then you must enter the full name to the part pmgrarn. The pmgram will be transmitted. and PPT will terminate. A transfer status message will be displayed during and after transmission. If there is any pmblem with transmission. an emr message will be disl played.

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4. Transfer protocol The fo l ldng statements are interesting only for those customers who want to develop comrnunlcation software of their own or who just want to gel informed of how the protocol Is structured.

4.1 Protocol processing

Throughout this chapter a block Is defined as a character string which is sent at a time. 11 conslsts of a variable number of ASCIl-charactors and ends with the code for carriage return 'CR'.

Blocks are sent alternating between HOST and NCE570. This means that the HOST- system will send a second block not before it received a block from NCESI 0.

4.2 General protocol codes

In thls chapter all valid protocol codes are described. The underscore symbol '-' Is used here to mark blanks. A Mock must contah a blank slgn @OH) at these IocaOons lor transfer.

Generally valid protocol codes:

This code Is used for a first handshake (synchronlsation). NCE510 will then close eventu- ally open or aborted transfers. .

- Question mark 7

Thls code is only sen1 by the HOST-system as n status request. This will always happen if a tlme-out error is dofocted.

NCE510 afmvers Ulis request by repeatedly sending Its last block (ACK, NAK or error code).

- 2 percent signs %%

Thls code precedes a two dlgit ASCII number which encodes an error detectec by NCESI 0.

- Exclamation mark I

This code separates h e single ESSI-IEIA-program records. It replaces the normally used end of recard code LF or LF CR in order to avoid difficulties with the HOST-operatlng system.

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3. Transfer process

3.1 Synchronlmtlon

NCE510 Is automatically booted alter power-on. This lncludes actht im and unblocking of the interface driver. NCESIO is ready then to receive programs from the HOST-system.

The HOST-system sends a single tilde in order to open the communication. Program transfer can start then if NCES10 acknowledges with ACK.

3.2 Program-transfer from Host to NCE610

Process

Program transfer is started by the HOST-system by sending an inslructioncode together with the number of the part-program that is to be transferred. NCE510 then opens lhls program In It's program storage.

An already existing program will be superseded without Informing the NCESlO's operator if it is not just activated for processing.

NGESlO repiys to tho opening telegram with a telegram wtltch contains Information of success or faflure of processing the opening instruction.

Transfer will normally end with an and of transfer telegram. NCES10 then closes the transferred program.

3.3 Error type8

All detected errors can onty be handled by the HOST-system because it is the acthe partner of the connection. It will normally stop transfer and retry agaln.

Depending on the error the HOST-system trys to keep the connoction a c t i ~ by repeating transfer of an actual telegram.

The following three types of errors can occur;

Checksum error All data blocks are protected against data loss by cheokwmming. A telegram will be repeatedty sent H checksumming fall$.

nw-~ul artor The HOST-system controls the delay time within which NCE510 must acknowledge a telegram. A status request will be sent If a time out occurrs. The actual telegram will be sent again if tlm status request is sathfactofily answered.

Format errors Logical errors within data Mocks can only be detected by NCES10. In tMs case an ercoc te(egram is sent back to the HOST-system.

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This code is used for ackno4edgement that means the sender of It understood the received block and processed it correctly. This sign is fdlbwed by a counter ('0' .. '3') wMch serves for controlling of correct sequencing.

- Less sign <

This code means no acknowledgement. In this case the last block must be sent agaln. If transfer of a block multiply fails, the HOST-system must abort the entire transfer process and restart It.

- Right bracket ]

End of transfec code.

- Ampersand &

This code precedes a two character instruction code and is sont from HOST lo NCE510.

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4.3 Data transfer

- Start of data transfer, program name

Data transfer is Initiated by the HOST by sendlng a Mock of the form:

BFH k the instruction 'from host' and Is also used with UDL. 'nnnnnnnnn' is the program Identlflcation.

The following rules of NCES10 for progcam identifications are valid:

Main pcogram number 9diglls Program chain number 5digits Standard shape number 4diglls Macro number 3digits

Depending on machine constant 74 of NCE510 main program numbers may also contain upper case letters and trailing blanks. In each case rriain program names must consist of 9 characters within this block. Trailing blanks must be added if necessary.

- Data block

A data block contains subsequent rocords of an NC-part program together with code that ensures correct transfer. The structure of it is:

- 2 characters length information. valid length is 00 through FF hexadecimal, represented by ASCII '0'..'9' and *A'..'F'.

- a maxlrnurn of 250 chractors includlng the erld of record character 'I'

- 2 characters for checksum (encoded corresponding to length Information) Checksumming is done by XOR-ing all data characters.

- End of block code CR.

Exampte: Data Mock

1E+100+!++100!-loo+!+-1001-+100!16 CR Length Information Data characters Checksum

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4.4 Examplae tor correspondence

4.4.1 Synchronlsatlon Host - NCE510 by Host

Host: " (CR) NCESI 0: > O(CR)

4.4.2 Transfer to NCES10

Host: BFH-TESTOl(CRJ NCESIO: > 1 (CR)

Host:Date block 1 NCE51 0: > 2(CR)

Host:Data block 2 NCESIO: > 3(CR)

Hos1:Data block 3 NCE61O: < (GR)

Host:] (CR) NCES10: > 1 (CR)

4.4.3 Correspondece with status request

Main program TEST01

Error

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