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Warranty
ANILAM warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one (1)
year from date of installation. At our option, we will repair or replace any defective product upon
prepaid return to our factory.
This warranty applies to all products when used in a normal industrial environment. Any
unauthorized tampering, misuse or neglect will make this warranty null and void.
Under no circumstances will ANILAM, any affiliate, or related company assume any liability for
loss of use or for any direct or consequential damages.
The foregoing warranties are in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including, but
not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
The information in this manual has been thoroughly reviewed and is believed to be accurate.
ANILAM reserves the right to make changes to improve reliability, function, or design without
notice. ANILAM assumes no liability arising out of the application or use of the product
described herein.
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Section 1 - Setup Utility Concepts
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Effectivity Notation........................................................................................................................ 1-1
Software Version Information ....................................................................................................... 1-1
Navigating Through the Setup Utility................................................................................................ 1-2
Default Settings ............................................................................................................................ 1-2
Keypad Keys ................................................................................................................................ 1-2
Axis Keys...................................................................................................................................... 1-3
Console Switches/Manual Panel Keys ......................................................................................... 1-3
ENTER Key .................................................................................................................................... 1-4
Highlighting Menu Options ........................................................................................................... 1-4
Exiting a Screen ........................................................................................................................... 1-4
Password Restricted Parameters ................................................................................................. 1-4
Changing Protected Parameters......................................................................................1-5
Saving Changes to Setup Parameters ............................................................................................. 1-5
Setting Parameters in Setup Utility................................................................................................... 1-5
Using Valid Parameter Ranges ........................................................................................................ 1-6
Accessing Setup Utility..................................................................................................................... 1-6
Units of Measurement ...................................................................................................................... 1-6
Section 2 - Machine Constants
Machine Constants Group Assignments .......................................................................................... 2-1
Machine Constants Setup ................................................................................................................ 2-2
Control Software Parameters ......................................................................................................... 2-71
Compensation Cutoff.................................................................................................................. 2-71
User Definable Variables................................................................................................................ 2-73
Program Directory Parameters....................................................................................................... 2-73
RS-232 Communication Parameters.............................................................................................. 2-73
Encoder Resolution Examples ....................................................................................................... 2-73
Axes Parameters............................................................................................................................ 2-74
Setting the Display Resolution.................................................................................................... 2-74
Setting In-Position Tolerance ......................................................................................................... 2-75
Setting Default Rapid Rate............................................................................................................. 2-76
Spindle Parameters........................................................................................................................ 2-76
Setting Spindle Gear Ranges .....................................................................................................2-77
Ballscrew Compensation Parameters ............................................................................................ 2-78
Automatic File Loader................................................................................................................. 2-78
Laser File Data File Format ........................................................................................................ 2-80
Generating Ballscrew Compensation Values from Laser Files ......................................2-81
File Loader Error Messages...........................................................................................2-82
Software Limits Setup Parameters................................................................................................. 2-83
Setting Software Limits............................................................................................................... 2-83
Direct Numeric Control Setup Parameters ..................................................................................... 2-84
Selecting a DNC Execution Mode .............................................................................................. 2-84
Setting the Buffer Size................................................................................................................ 2-84
Setting Wait For Start Before Execution ..................................................................................... 2-85
Miscellaneous Setup Parameters................................................................................................... 2-85
Linear and Rotary Axis Dry Run Feedrate.................................................................................. 2-85
M-Code for Macro Call and Macro Called for M-Code ................................................................... 2-86
Tool Management .......................................................................................................................... 2-86
Activation Options....................................................................................................................... 2-86
Manual Tool Change Operation.................................................................................................. 2-87
Automatic Tool Change Operation ............................................................................................. 2-88

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Enabling M19 Commands .......................................................................................................... 2-90
Guidelines for Setting the Number of Digits for T-Words............................................................ 2-90
Guidelines for Setting Tool Change Macro Parameters ............................................................. 2-91
Tool Changer Macro Example .................................................................................................... 2-91
Section 3 - Other Setup Options
Builder Messages............................................................................................................................. 3-1
Enabling Builder Messages .......................................................................................................... 3-2
Editing Error Messages ................................................................................................................ 3-2
Editing Warning Messages........................................................................................................... 3-3
Programmable I/O Interface Setup................................................................................................... 3-3
Display Settings ............................................................................................................................... 3-3
Software Updates............................................................................................................................. 3-4
Security ............................................................................................................................................ 3-4
Section 4 - Configuration Utilities
Save Configuration........................................................................................................................... 4-1
Copy Configuration........................................................................................................................... 4-1
Restore from Copy ........................................................................................................................... 4-2
Restore from Backup ....................................................................................................................... 4-2
Compare Configuration .................................................................................................................... 4-2
Print Configuration ........................................................................................................................... 4-3
Section 5 - Tuning the Current, Velocity, and Position Controller
Tuning Modes .................................................................................................................................. 5-1
Automatic Tuning ............................................................................................................................. 5-1
Current Controller Auto-tuning Test.............................................................................................. 5-2
Frequency Auto-tuning Test ......................................................................................................... 5-4
Velocity Controller Auto-tuning Test ............................................................................................. 5-5
Guidelines to Fine-Tune the Velocity Controller ........................................................................... 5-7
Position Controller Auto-tuning Test ............................................................................................. 5-8
Manual Tuning ............................................................................................................................... 5-10
Current Tune – Manual Test....................................................................................................... 5-10
Frequency Tune – Manual Test.................................................................................................. 5-11
Velocity Proportional – Manual Tuning Test ............................................................................... 5-12
Velocity Integral – Manual Tuning Test ...................................................................................... 5-12
Position Proportional – Manual Tuning Test............................................................................... 5-12
Acceleration Feedforward – Manual Tuning Test ....................................................................... 5-12
Miscellaneous Tests....................................................................................................................... 5-13
Current vs. Distance Plot............................................................................................................ 5-13
Overall System Performance......................................................................................................5-14
I/O Monitor.................................................................................................................................. 5-15
Section 6 - Setup Utility Maps
Map 1 ............................................................................................................................................... 6-2
Map 2 ............................................................................................................................................... 6-3
Index ..................................................................................................................................... Index-1

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Section 1 - Setup Utility Concepts
Introduction
The Setup Utility is used to configure the Computer Numerical Control
(CNC) and optimize the system. The machine builder performs most of
the initial machine setup at the time of the installation. This manual
documents all parameters and the procedure to change them. All
changes are made using the Setup Utility. The parameter settings are
saved in a configuration file in the CNC’s memory. The name of the
configuration file is P6MCFG.CFG.
Effectivity Notation
Some sections of this manual apply only to specific ANILAM CNC
product(s). In these sections, icons in the left margin identify the
product(s) to which the information applies. Table 1-1 lists the icons for
each CNC product and the number of axes supported by each product.
Table 1-1, CNC Effectivity Icon Description
Icon Product Axes Supported
6300M
6000M-3X Systems 3
6400M
6000M-4X Systems 4
NOTE: All systems also support one spindle axis.
The main difference between the products is the number of axes
supported. Generally, this manual describes the 6000M-3X systems.
The 6000M-4X operates exactly as the 6000M-3X system except for
features that include the additional axes.
There are many parameters that are defined per axis. In these cases,
this manual will document the primary axes (that is, XYZ). The
parameters for the auxiliary axis (that is, U) are entered in the same way
as those for the primary axes. Some parameters can also be specified
for the Spindle axis (that is, S).
Software Version Information
To facilitate verification of software version information, a text file is added
to all CNC machine and offline software disks. The file lists the version
and the CNC type. The software version contained on the disk is coded
into the filename using the following format: 0xxxx.txt. For example,
software version 4.14A is formatted as 0414A.txt. Therefore, a disk
containing software version 4.14A contains a file named 0414A.txt.
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Navigating Through the Setup Utility
The Setup Utility provides access to parameter settings through menus
and submenus. Each menu contains a list and a highlight. Highlight one
of the choices listed. Press ENTER to activate the highlighted choice.
Each menu provides access to parameter settings or another menu.
Press ENTER to toggle settings On or Off. Type a specific value where
required. Press ENTER or Exit (F10) to save settings when prompted by
the software. Press Exit (F10) to close a menu and return to the previous
menu.
Refer to “Section 6 - Setup Utility Maps” for all maps referenced in
“Sections 1 – 4.” Use these maps to locate parameter settings. The
maps also serve as a quick reference guide.
NOTE: All dimensions, numbers, assigned values, and defaults
provided in this manual are subject to change without notice
depending upon individual manufacturing considerations and
industry standards.
Default Settings
The Setup Utility has default settings pre-loaded in the configuration file.
These settings remain active unless you change them. In this manual,
default settings are specified as: [Default: Setting].
Keypad Keys
In this manual, the names ARROWS, CLEAR, SHIFT, and SPACE are
used for the corresponding keypad keys. See Table 1-2 for their
identifying key faces.
Additionally, the alphanumeric characters, (A– Z) and (0– 9), are used to
reference corresponding alphanumeric keys.
Table 1-2, Keypad Keys
Name Key Face
ARROWS
CLEAR
SHIFT
SPACE

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Axis Keys
Some parameters require that you specify an axis. Use the X, Y, Z,or U
key to specify the axis.
Console Switches/Manual Panel Keys
Console switches and Manual Panel Keys are referred to as shown in
Table 1-3.
Table 1-3, Console Switches/ Manual Panel Keys
Name Switch/Key
Axis Selector Switch X
YZ
U
AXIS
Jog Selector Switch
FEED
RAPID
Feedrate OVERRIDE Switch
Spindle OVERRIDE Switch
E-Stop Key
Jog Plus Key
Jog Minus Key
Servo Reset Key
Start Key
Hold Key
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Table 1-3, Console Switches/ Manual Panel Keys (Continued)
Name Switch/Key
Spindle Reverse Key
Spindle Forward Key
Spindle Off Key
ENTER Key
Press ENTER to enter parameters into the system.
Highlighting Menu Options
Press Up Arrow (F3)and Down Arrow (F4) to highlight menu selections
in the Setup Utility. The corresponding arrow keys can also be used.
Exiting a Screen
Press Exit (F10) to return to the previous screen.
Password Restricted Parameters
Some machine parameters are protected by passwords. The CNC
provides four access levels of passwords. Operators are assigned limited
access, which allows them to set parameters used in normal machine
operations. Service and factory technicians require a higher level of
access. The Programmable I/O Interface requires a separate password.
See Table 1-4 for default machine passwords.
Table 1-4, Default Machine Passwords
Access Level Password Level
Limited – Operator 159
Service Technician Z48
Factory Technician Reserved for factory use
Programmable Logic Controller IPI
NOTE: Service supersedes Limited. Factory level is the highest and
supersedes all, except IPI, which is independent of the other
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Changing Protected Parameters
To change protected parameters, enter a password when the CNC
displays the password prompt.
NOTE: You are only required to type a password once during Setup.
However, when you exit the Setup Utility and re-enter, you will
again be prompted for a password.
Saving Changes to Setup Parameters
When you exit the Setup Utility menu after you have changed any
parameters, the CNC displays the prompt “Save Changes?”.
Select one of the following:
 Yes (F1) to save the changes.
 No (F2) to cancel the changes.
 Cancel (F9) to return to the Setup Utility Menu.
NOTE: When No (F2) is pressed, all parameters revert to the settings
prior to changes.
All configuration parameters are saved in a configuration file,
(P6MCFG.CFG). Every time a parameter is changed, the configuration
file is saved; the CNC automatically creates a backup file,
(P6MCFG.BAK). The CNC provides utilities to manage the configuration
file. Refer to “Section 4 - Configuration Utilities” for detailed information.
Setting Parameters in Setup Utility
To set parameters in the Setup Utility, do the following:
1. Highlight the menu in which the parameter appears and press ENTER.
Change the parameter by following one of the steps mentioned below:
 In some cases a parameter can only have two selections. Pressing
ENTER changes from one value to the other.
 In some cases, a parameter may have more than two selections and
pressing ENTER will display a pop-up menu with the list of selections.
Highlight the desired selection and press ENTER.
 In other cases, the CNC will highlight an entry field and you will be
allowed to type the value for the parameter. Type the desired value,
or setting, and press ENTER.

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Using Valid Parameter Ranges
All parameters entered in an entry field must be within the valid range for
the parameter. If the value entered is not within the valid range, an error
message is displayed. The error message shows the valid range for the
parameter. Pressing F10 or CLEAR can clear the error message. Once
the error message is cleared, you can enter another value. The previous
value can be restored by pressing UP ARROW and then ENTER.
Accessing Setup Utility
To access the Setup Utility menus, do the following:
1. Turn on the CNC.
When the CNC is turned on, the CNC software starts automatically.
The CNC displays messages to indicate the status of the startup.
When the CNC software has successfully started, the CNC displays
ANILAM Company information and the software version number.
2. Press (F10) to continue.
The CNC displays the Software Options screen.
3. Use the ARROW keys to highlight Setup Utility. Press ENTER.
If already in Manual mode, access the Software Options screen by
pressing SHIFT +F10. The servos must be off or the CNC will not allow
you to exit Manual mode.
In either case, the CNC displays the Setup Options Menu. Refer to
Map 1, Menu A. This menu allows you to access the setup parameters.
Units of Measurement
The Units of Measurement parameter specifies the units used to enter
dimensional data. If you are using mixed data, input data in one format
(inch or mm) first. Change the format (inch or mm) and enter the rest of
the data. You can change the units as many times as you need to. By
using the proper units you do not need to convert values, but can enter
data precisely (that is, no rounding during conversion). See MC_1002:
Default units. [Default: Inch]
All dimensional data will be displayed according to the units specified in
this parameter.
6400M
The only exception to this rule is the dimensional parameter
corresponding to rotary axes. If the auxiliary axis (that is, U) is configured
as a rotary axis, then the unit is always in degrees or degrees per minute
(that is, deg/min).
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Section 2 - Machine Constants
The Machine Constants configures the settings for the CNC.
Machine Constants Group Assignments
Refer to Table 2-1 for range assignments.
6400M
The Setup Utility displays Machine Constants for axes X, Y, Z, and U.
Machine Constants for the U-axis need to be set when the U-axis is
used in a 6000M-4X.
Table 2-1, Machine Constant Group Assignments
Setup Parameter Group MC Range
Control Software MC_1000 – MC_1099
Draw Mode MC_1100 – MC_1199
User Definable Variables MC_1120 – MC_1149
Tool Probe Variables MC_1150 – MC_1199
Editor Mode MC_1200 – MC_1299
Program Directory MC_1300 – MC_1349
RS-232 Communication MC_1350 – MC_1374
Printer MC_1375 – MC_1399
X-axis Setup MC_2000 – MC_2099
Y-axis Setup MC_2100 – MC_2199
Z-axis Setup MC_2200 – MC_2299
U-axis Setup MC_2300 – MC_2399
Spindle axis Setup MC_2900 – MC_2999
Linear Correction Compensation MC_3000 – MC_3014
Skew Error Compensation MC_3015 – MC_3029
Backlash Compensation MC_3030 – MC_3049
Ballscrew Compensation MC_3050 – MC_3099
Software Limits MC_4000 – MC_4019
Continuous Path MC_4020 – MC_4029
Position Error Check (PEC) MC_4030 – MC_4049
Jog Return Position MC_4050 – MC_4059
Direct Numeric Control (DNC) MC_4060 – MC_4065
Handwheel MC_4100 – MC_4149
Home MC_4200 – MC_4249
Miscellaneous MC_4300 – MC_4399
M-Code Macro Call MC_4400 – MC_4419
Tool Management MC_5000 – MC_5099
Interface MC_5100 – MC_5149
More Parameters MC_5200 – MC_5299
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Machine Constants Setup
Refer to Table 2-2 for the parameter descriptions and setting information.
The table has subheadings to help you identify the parameters; these
subheadings do not display in the software or the Off-line. The default
value in Table 2-2 is bold where there are multiple selections available.
NOTE: Press
ENTER to toggle the available settings.
Table 2-2, Machine Constants Setup
Machine Constant
Parameter
Function Settings
Control Software Setup Parameters
MC_1000:
Default axis display
Switches the default axis display
between large and normal.
Large - Configures the axis display
to show enlarged X, Y, Z, and
U Program position display
only.
Normal - Configures the axis
display to show Machine,
Program, Target, and
Distance To Go displays.
[Default]
MC_1001:
Default plane
A plane defines movement along two
axes, excluding a third. Thus, planar
movement is two-dimensional. Circular
moves and tool diameter compensation
are confined to the plane chosen by the
user. (Linear moves can occur in all
three axes simultaneously.).
XY - (top view) displays program in
X and Y. [Default]
XZ - displays program in X and Z.
YZ - displays program in Y and Z.
MC_1002:
Default units
Switches the default measurement units
(Inch/MM Modes).
Inch – Activates Inch Mode as
default. [Default]
MM – Activates MM (millimeter)
Mode as default.
MC_1003:
Default axis values
Switches Absolute/ Incremental default
mode (determines how axis values for
arcs, lines, and other moves are
measured).
Absolute – Makes every move in
reference to an Absolute Zero
position (Program Zero or Part
Zero). [Default]
Incremental – Makes each move in
reference to the last
programmed endpoint.
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Table 2-2, Machine Constants Setup (Continued)
Machine Constant
Parameter
Function Settings
MC_1004:
Circle adjustments
Specifies whether circle centers or
endpoints will be adjusted. Circle
centers require adjustment when the
CNC encounters incorrect circle center
or end-point coordinates.
Center - Adjusts the position of the
circle center when the CNC
encounters incorrect
coordinates for either a circle
center or endpoint.
End-Point - Adjusts the position of
the circle endpoint when the
CNC encounters incorrect
coordinates for either a circle
center or end-point. [Default]
MC_1005:
Circle centers
Switches the default mode for
programmed circle center coordinates.
Absolute - CNC interprets
programmed circle center
coordinates as Absolute
values.
Incremental - CNC interprets
programmed circle center
coordinates as Incremental
values. [Default]
Modal - CNC interprets
programmed circle center
coordinates based on current
Incremental or Absolute
setting.
MC_1006:
Maximum arc
correction
Specifies the maximum amount of
correction the CNC will apply to an arc
block before declaring an error.
Range (0.000000–1.000000)
0.005000 [Default]
MC_1007:
Internal accuracy
Maximum accuracy available (system
resolution).
Range (0.00000001–0.00100000)
0.00000100 [Default]
MC_1008:
External accuracy
Specifies the maximum system
accuracy obtainable on a given machine
(machine resolution).
Range (0.00000001–0.00100000)
0.00010000 [Default]
MC_1009:
Compensation cutoff
angle
Minimizes wasted travel on acute angle.
Refer to Figure 2-1, Compensation
Cutoff Angle.
Range (1.0–90.0)
15.0 (degrees) [Default]
MC_1011:
User macro file
Specifies macro filename created by
user.
USERCANN.G [Default]
MC_1012:
Load user macro file
Specifies whether to load user macro at
system startup.
No - Does not automatically load
user macro at startup.
[Default]
Yes - Automatically loads user
macro at startup.
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Table 2-2, Machine Constants Setup (Continued)
Machine Constant
Parameter
Function Settings
MC_1013:
Disk access marker
Activates/deactivates the Disk access
marker.
On - Activates the Disk access
marker. When the CNC is
reading/writing information
from/to a disk the Disk access
marker is displayed in the
upper-left corner of the
screen. The Disk access
marker looks like a small
arrow. [Default]
Off - Deactivates Disk access
marker.
MC_1014:
Max. memory
allocated
(in MB-bytes)
Used only with off-line software. Limits
the amount of memory available to the
software. This parameter is used to limit
the amount of memory available in
multitasking environments that provide
virtual memory.
Range (2–128)
4 (MB) [Default]
MC_1015:
Force simulation
mode
In Simulation Mode, the CNC does not
generate motor and I/O signals. The
CNC starts in Simulation Mode. Moves
can be commanded and displayed, but
no actual machine movements occur.
Yes - Enable [Default]
No - Disable
MC_1016:
Screen blanking delay
(minutes)
Specifies the screen blanking delay
period, in minutes. The delay will be the
time between a detected screen idle
condition and the activation of the
screen saver. To reactivate, press any
key.
Range (0–20160)
5 (minutes) [Default]
MC_1032:
Enable radius
compensation error
checking
Activates the tool radius compensation
error checking. The error checking is
designed to eliminate simple gouges
caused by overcompensation.
Yes - Enable
No – Disable [Default]
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Table 2-2, Machine Constants Setup (Continued)
Machine Constant
Parameter
Function Settings
Draw Mode Setup Parameters
MC_1100:
Restore Draw to
previous session
Sets the CNC to re-activate the last
active session when you re-enter Draw.
Yes - CNC re-activates last
session when Draw activated.
[Default]
No - CNC ignores parameter.
MC_1101:
Default program block
mode
Sets default mode in Draw. Auto [Default]
S.Step
Motion
MC_1102:
Display program text
Determines whether program text is
displayed in Draw Mode.
Yes - Shows program text.
[Default]
No - Does not show program text.
MC_1103:
Grid
Activates/deactivates grid as a dotted or
solid line.
None - Deactivates grid. [Default]
Solid - Activates solid line grid.
Dotted - Activates dotted line grid.
MC_1104:
Grid size
Determines the size of the grid (in the
active Inch or MM Mode).
NOTE: The CNC converts the set grid
value if the measurement unit is
changed. For example: if the Grid Size
is set for 1 in Inch Mode and you switch
to MM Mode, the CNC changes the Grid
Size to 25.4 mm (equal to 1 inch).
Range (0.0–25,400.0)
1.0 [Default]
(If the CNC is in Inch Mode, each
square in the grid will be one
square inch in size for this setting.)
MC_1105:
Tool display
Turns the tool display On and Off. On - The tool (as defined by the
Tool Location Code and
Radius in the Tool Page) will
be displayed as it cuts the
workpiece. [Default]
Off - No tool is displayed.
MC_1106:
Default tool type
Determines shape of displayed tool. None - No tool shown
Flat - Flat-end tool shown [Default]
Ball - Ball-end tool shown
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Table 2-2, Machine Constants Setup (Continued)
Machine Constant
Parameter
Function Settings
MC_1107:
Cutter compensation
in Draw
Activates/deactivates cutter
compensation in Draw Modes.
Ignore - CNC will not show
compensated moves (if any)
used in the program.
Use - CNC shows compensated
and non-compensated
programmed moves.
Both - CNC runs the program
twice. First, the program is
run without compensated
moves. Second, the program
is run showing compensated
moves. This provides a
comparison of the two paths
to determine programming
errors related to
compensation. [Default]
MC_1108:
Draw view
Determines perspective of Draw view. XY - (top view) displays program in
X and Y. [Default]
XZ - displays program in X and Z.
YZ - displays program in Y and Z.
ISO - displays program in X, Y,
and Z.
MC_1109:
Aspect ratio
correction factor
Corrects circularity problems with
display of circles and drawings in
general. In cases where a circle may
look distorted (that is, like an egg), this
parameter can be used to make the
circle look like a TRUE circle.
Increasing the number will make the
circle taller and skinnier; decreasing the
number will make the circle shorter and
fatter.
Range (0.01–10.00)
1.47 [Default]
MC_1110:
Save/Restore Draw
image when using
Edit
Saves draw image when user switches
to Edit Mode. In Draw Mode, when the
Edit (F2) soft key is pressed, the CNC
switches to Edit Mode. The user later
re-enters the Draw Mode when you exit
Edit Mode. If this option is enabled
(Yes), the CNC restores the image on
the screen prior to entering Edit. This
image will correspond to the part
program drawing.
Yes - Saves draw image. [Default]
No - Does not save draw image.
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Table 2-2, Machine Constants Setup (Continued)
Machine Constant
Parameter
Function Settings
User Definable Variables Setup Parameters
MC_1120:
User definable
variable #1120
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Integer value: 0 to 99999
Range (-99999–99999)
0 [Default]
MC_1121:
User definable
variable #1121
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Integer value: 0 to 99999
Range (-99999–99999)
0 [Default]
MC_1122:
User definable
variable #1122
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Integer value: 0 to 99999
Range (-99999–99999)
0 [Default]
MC_1123:
User definable
variable #1123
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Integer value: 0 to 99999
Range (-99999–99999)
0 [Default]
MC_1124:
User definable
variable #1124
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Integer value: 0 to 99999
Range (-99999–99999)
0 [Default]
MC_1125:
User definable
variable #1125
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Integer value: 0 to 99999
Range (-99999–99999)
0 [Default]
MC_1126:
User definable
variable #1126
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Integer value: 0 to 99999
Range (-99999–99999)
0 [Default]
MC_1127:
User definable
variable #1127
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Integer value: 0 to 99999
Range (-99999–99999)
0 [Default]
MC_1128:
User definable
variable #1128
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Integer value: 0 to 99999
Range (-99999–99999)
0 [Default]
MC_1129:
User definable
variable #1129
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Integer value: 0 to 99999
Range (-99999–99999)
0 [Default]
MC_1130:
User definable
variable #1130
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1131:
User definable
variable #1131
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
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Table 2-2, Machine Constants Setup (Continued)
Machine Constant
Parameter
Function Settings
MC_1132:
User definable
variable #1132
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1133:
User definable
variable #1133
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1134:
User definable
variable #1134
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1135:
User definable
variable #1135
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1136:
User definable
variable #1136
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
No units assigned.
Range (-99999.0000–99999.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1137:
User definable
variable #1137
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
No units assigned.
Range (-99999.0000–99999.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1138:
User definable
variable #1138
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
No units assigned.
Range (-99999.0000–99999.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1139:
User definable
variable #1139
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
No units assigned.
Range (-99999.0000–99999.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1140:
User definable
variable #1140
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1141:
User definable
variable #1141
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1142:
User definable
variable #1142
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1143:
User definable
variable #1143
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1144:
User definable
variable #1144
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]

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Table 2-2, Machine Constants Setup (Continued)
Machine Constant
Parameter
Function Settings
MC_1145:
User definable
variable #1145
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1146:
User definable
variable #1146
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1147:
User definable
variable #1147
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1148:
User definable
variable #1148
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1149:
User definable
variable #1149
Variable defined by user to be used in
general CNC programming.
Unit based (Inch or MM).
Range (-25000.0000–25000.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
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Table 2-2, Machine Constants Setup (Continued)
Machine Constant
Parameter
Function Settings
Tool Probe Variables Setup Parameters
MC_1150:
3-D probe type
Transmission type used for the installed
3-D touch probe.
Corded [Default]
Cordless
MC_1151:
Nominal probe stylus
diameter
The overall nominal probe stylus
diameter.
Range (0.0000–51.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1152:
Maximum stroke from
home for first pick
The distance from machine Z home with
the shortest tool or the spindle face to
just below the probe stylus top as the
maximum stroke for the initial probe
pick.
Range (0.0000–999.0000)
0.0000 [Default]
MC_1153:
RPM for calibration
and tool measurement
The spindle spin RPM for tool touch. Range (100–1000)
0 (rev/min) [Default]
MC_1154:
Probe orientation
Sets the probe orientation. Range (-2–2)
1 Probe is pointing to the right as
you are facing the machine in
the +X direction.
-1 Probe is pointing to the left of
the machine in the -X direction.
0[Default]
2 Probe is pointing away from
you, toward the back of the
machine in the +Y direction.
-2 Probe is pointing toward you,
toward the front of the machine
in the –Y direction.
MC_1155:
Z first pick, FAST
feed-rate
Sets user definable FAST feed-rate. Range (2.5–2540.0)
0.0 [Default]
MC_1156:
Z first pick, MEDIUM
feed-rate
Sets user definable MEDIUM feed-rate. Range (2.5–508.0)
0.0 [Default]
MC_1157:
Z first pick, SLOW
feed-rate
Sets user definable SLOW feed-rate. Range (0.1–254.0)
0.0 [Default]
MC_1158:
Z retract amount
Sets user definable distance the tool will
back away on the Z-axis after it touches
the probe.
Range (0.0100–25.400)
0.0000 [Default]
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