CYBELEC VisiTouch Series User manual

VisiTouch
Series
User Manual
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Table of Contents
Safety....................................................................................................................................................................6
General Safety ..................................................................................................................................................6
Signs and Icons appearing in this Manual ........................................................................................................7
General warning ...........................................................................................................................................7
Information...................................................................................................................................................7
Settings.........................................................................................................................................................7
Navigation.....................................................................................................................................................7
Getting started with VisiTouch.............................................................................................................................8
Screen Map.......................................................................................................................................................9
Screen Map (continued)................................................................................................................................ 10
General navigation ........................................................................................................................................ 11
Menu Button ............................................................................................................................................. 11
Status Page Zone ....................................................................................................................................... 11
Screen Cleaning ......................................................................................................................................... 11
Status page .................................................................................................................................................... 12
User Preferences ........................................................................................................................................... 12
Language.................................................................................................................................................... 13
Length Units............................................................................................................................................... 13
Force Units................................................................................................................................................. 13
Force / Length Units .................................................................................................................................. 13
Sigma Units................................................................................................................................................ 13
Show axes position values......................................................................................................................... 14
Show bent part .......................................................................................................................................... 14
Materials.................................................................................................................................................... 14
BDC Correction .......................................................................................................................................... 15
Menu horizontal alignment....................................................................................................................... 15
Menu vertical alignment ........................................................................................................................... 15
Clear indexation......................................................................................................................................... 16
USB Explorer.............................................................................................................................................. 16
Beam trace................................................................................................................................................. 16
Auto open beam trace............................................................................................................................... 16
Default retraction...................................................................................................................................... 16
Set Clock .................................................................................................................................................... 16
Touchscreen Calibration............................................................................................................................ 17

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Offset Pinch Point function........................................................................................................................ 17
Show button up......................................................................................................................................... 17
Show L first ................................................................................................................................................ 17
Beam stop during retractation .................................................................................................................. 17
Manual Axes Movement ............................................................................................................................... 18
Desynchronized Beam............................................................................................................................... 18
Linked axis ................................................................................................................................................. 18
Information Page........................................................................................................................................... 19
USB Transfer.................................................................................................................................................. 20
Precautions................................................................................................................................................ 20
Importing parts from PC program............................................................................................................. 20
Basic Page Description....................................................................................................................................... 21
Bend Numerical Page .................................................................................................................................... 21
Available functions on the Bend Num page .............................................................................................. 21
Quick access tab ........................................................................................................................................ 23
User button tab ......................................................................................................................................... 23
Extra Bending Parameters......................................................................................................................... 24
Copy to All Function ...................................................................................................................................... 28
Tools Management............................................................................................................................................ 29
Punches ......................................................................................................................................................... 29
How to create or modify a punch?............................................................................................................ 30
Dies................................................................................................................................................................ 31
How to create or modify a die?................................................................................................................. 32
Naming Tools................................................................................................................................................. 33
Punches ..................................................................................................................................................... 33
Dies............................................................................................................................................................ 33
Creating a Part Program .................................................................................................................................... 34
TouchProfile Mode........................................................................................................................................ 34
Bend Sequencing........................................................................................................................................... 35
Numerical Mode............................................................................................................................................ 37
L-Alpha Mode ................................................................................................................................................ 38
Bending and Corrections ............................................................................................................................... 39
Semi-Automatic mode............................................................................................................................... 39
Angle Correction (Y axis)............................................................................................................................ 40
Crowning.................................................................................................................................................... 40
Back gauge Correction............................................................................................................................... 41
Managing Programs........................................................................................................................................... 42

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Saving a Program........................................................................................................................................... 42
Creating a Program........................................................................................................................................ 42
Loading a Program......................................................................................................................................... 43
Deleting a Program........................................................................................................................................ 43
Beam Error Messages.................................................................................................................................... 44
Resources .......................................................................................................................................................... 45
Tutorials - Videos........................................................................................................................................... 45

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The users must have Read and Understood, but most of all must Respect the directives
described in this manual.
All people coming into contact with the machine on which the numerical control is installed,
whatever their function or whatever state the machine is in (assembly, disassembly, start-up,
production, maintenance, repairs) must have read and understood the requirements
concerning the security and the entirety of the directives of operation described in the
manuals delivered with the machine.
The operator must be properly trained to work with the machine on which the numerical
control is installed. Improper use of the numerical control can cause heavy damage on
equipment and/or injuries to people.
Modification of machine parameters can cause important material damage or lead to
irregular product quality.
Do not expose the numerical control to excessive humidity to avoid any risk of electrocution
and any deterioration of the equipment.
Make sure the numerical control is disconnected from the mains power before carrying out
any cleaning. Do not use liquids based on alcohol or ammoniac.
In case of malfunction of the numerical control, call a technician.
Do not expose the numerical control to direct sun rays or any other heat source.
Do not place the numerical control in the neighbourhood of magnetic equipment such as
transformers, motors or devices which generate interference (welding machines, etc.)
SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY

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While using this manual, you will come across the signs and icons represented here below:
they are directly related to the safety and security of persons. Carefully follow this advice and
inform others about it.
This warning sign appears in the manual whenever it is necessary to pay attention to rules,
instructions or advice. The correct sequence of operations is to be followed in order to avoid
damage to the machine. Symbolizes a serious personnel danger.
This warning sign appears in this manual whenever an important information needs to be
taken into consideration. Pay attention to this sign and follow the instructions given.
This sign appears in this manual whenever SETTING INSTRUCTIONS are given. Pay attention to
this sign and follow the sequence of instructions given.
This icon appears in this manual to give navigation information, to give the path to the subject
treated in the chapter.
General warning
Information
Settings
SIGNS AND ICONS APPEARING IN THIS MANUAL
Navigation

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Depending on software evolutions and the press brake controlled by the VisiTouch
(configuration/capabilities), the present manual may not fully correspond to the VisiTouch
that you currently have. However, differences are only minor.
This manual describes all features of
▪VisiTouch19_Press_PS_PC_V1.11.7 and above.
Touchscreens are pressure sensitive.
Do not press down hard on the screen.
Pressing hard on the screen will damage the display. Such damage is not covered by
manufacturer warranty!
Do not use sharp and/or pointed objects (sheet metal, screwdriver, metal pen ball, etc.) to
touch the screen; only use your fingers (with or without gloves on) or a plastic pen. Make sure
that your gloves do not have metal particles encrusted in the fingertips as they may also
damage the screen.
Take a few minutes to practice pressing gently on the screen, you will find that the screen is
very reactive, and it is pleasant to use.
GETTING STARTED WITH VISITOUCH

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SCREEN MAP
Basic Page Description
Punches
Punches
Dies
Dies
Correction Page
Extra Bending Parameters
TouchProfile Mode
Bend Sequencing
L-Alpha Mode
Bend