HEIDENHAIN GAGE-CHEK 2000 User manual

GAGE-CHEK 2000
Operating Instructions
Evaluation Unit
English (en)
12/2018

Contents
Contents
1 Fundamentals..................................................................................................................................11
2 Safety............................................................................................................................................... 21
3 Transport and storage....................................................................................................................27
4 Mounting......................................................................................................................................... 33
5 Installation.......................................................................................................................................39
6 Basic operation............................................................................................................................... 51
7 Commissioning............................................................................................................................... 73
8 Setup..............................................................................................................................................107
9 Measuring......................................................................................................................................137
10 File management..........................................................................................................................147
11 Settings..........................................................................................................................................155
12 Service and maintenance............................................................................................................ 191
13 What to do if ............................................................................................................................... 199
14 Removal and disposal..................................................................................................................205
15 Specifications................................................................................................................................207
16 Index...............................................................................................................................................213
17 List of figures................................................................................................................................215
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Contents
1 Fundamentals..................................................................................................................................11
1.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................... 12
1.2 Information on the product................................................................................................................ 12
1.3 Demo software for the product..........................................................................................................12
1.4 Documentation on the product..........................................................................................................13
1.4.1 Validity of the documentation..................................................................................................13
1.4.2 Notes on reading the documentation......................................................................................14
1.4.3 Storage and distribution of the documentation.......................................................................15
1.5 About these instructions.....................................................................................................................15
1.5.1 Document category................................................................................................................. 15
1.5.2 Target groups for the instructions........................................................................................... 15
1.5.3 Target groups according to user types....................................................................................16
1.5.4 Contents of the chapters.........................................................................................................16
1.5.5 Notes in this documentation................................................................................................... 18
1.5.6 Symbols and fonts used for marking text............................................................................... 19
2 Safety............................................................................................................................................... 21
2.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................... 22
2.2 General safety precautions................................................................................................................. 22
2.3 Intended use......................................................................................................................................... 22
2.4 Improper use........................................................................................................................................ 23
2.5 Personnel qualification........................................................................................................................ 23
2.6 Obligations of the operating company..............................................................................................24
2.7 General safety precautions................................................................................................................. 24
2.7.1 Symbols on the product.......................................................................................................... 24
2.7.2 Electrical safety precautions.................................................................................................... 25
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3 Transport and storage.................................................................................................................... 27
3.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................... 28
3.2 Unpacking............................................................................................................................................. 28
3.3 Items supplied and accessories..........................................................................................................28
3.3.1 Items supplied......................................................................................................................... 28
3.3.2 Accessories.............................................................................................................................. 29
3.4 In case of damage in transit...............................................................................................................31
3.5 Repackaging and storage....................................................................................................................32
3.5.1 Repackaging the product......................................................................................................... 32
3.5.2 Storage of the product............................................................................................................ 32
4 Mounting......................................................................................................................................... 33
4.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................... 34
4.2 Assembly of the product.................................................................................................................... 34
4.2.1 Mounting on Multi-Pos stand.................................................................................................. 36
4.2.2 Mounting on Multi-Pos holder................................................................................................. 37
5 Installation.......................................................................................................................................39
5.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................... 40
5.2 General information............................................................................................................................. 40
5.3 Product overview................................................................................................................................. 41
5.4 Connecting encoders........................................................................................................................... 43
5.5 Connecting touch probes.................................................................................................................... 44
5.6 Wiring switching inputs and outputs................................................................................................ 45
5.7 Connecting a printer............................................................................................................................47
5.8 Connecting input devices....................................................................................................................48
5.9 Connecting a network peripheral.......................................................................................................48
5.10 Connecting the line voltage................................................................................................................49
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6 Basic operation............................................................................................................................... 51
6.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................... 52
6.2 Using the touchscreen and input devices.........................................................................................52
6.2.1 Touchscreen and input devices............................................................................................... 52
6.2.2 Gestures and mouse actions...................................................................................................52
6.3 General operating elements and functions.......................................................................................54
6.4 GAGE-CHEK 2000 – switch-on and switch-off.................................................................................. 56
6.4.1 Switching on GAGE-CHEK 2000..............................................................................................56
6.4.2 Activating and deactivating the energy saving mode.............................................................. 56
6.4.3 Switching off GAGE-CHEK 2000...............................................................................................57
6.5 User login and logout......................................................................................................................... 57
6.5.1 User login.................................................................................................................................58
6.5.2 User logout.............................................................................................................................. 58
6.6 Setting the language........................................................................................................................... 59
6.7 Performing the reference mark search after startup........................................................................ 59
6.8 User interface....................................................................................................................................... 60
6.8.1 User interface after switch-on................................................................................................. 60
6.8.2 Main menu of the user interface............................................................................................ 61
6.8.3 Measure menu.........................................................................................................................62
6.8.4 File management menu...........................................................................................................63
6.8.5 User login menu...................................................................................................................... 64
6.8.6 Settings menu..........................................................................................................................65
6.8.7 Switch-off menu.......................................................................................................................66
6.9 Position display.................................................................................................................................... 66
6.9.1 Operating elements of the position display............................................................................ 66
6.10 Working in the workspace.................................................................................................................. 67
6.10.1 Adjusting the display of the workspace.................................................................................. 67
6.11 Using the Inspector............................................................................................................................. 68
6.11.1 Operating elements of the Inspector...................................................................................... 68
6.11.2 Function elements................................................................................................................... 68
6.11.3 Adjusting settings in the quick access menu..........................................................................69
6.12 Messages and audio feedback............................................................................................................70
6.12.1 Messages.................................................................................................................................70
6.12.2 Wizard...................................................................................................................................... 71
6.12.3 Audio feedback.........................................................................................................................72
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7 Commissioning............................................................................................................................... 73
7.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................... 74
7.2 Logging in for commissioning............................................................................................................74
7.2.1 User login.................................................................................................................................74
7.2.2 Performing the reference mark search after startup............................................................... 75
7.2.3 Setting the language................................................................................................................75
7.2.4 Changing the password...........................................................................................................76
7.3 Steps for commissioning.................................................................................................................... 76
7.3.1 Basic settings...........................................................................................................................76
7.3.2 Configuring the axes................................................................................................................81
7.3.3 Configuring a touch probe..................................................................................................... 100
7.4 OEM area............................................................................................................................................ 101
7.4.1 Adding documentation...........................................................................................................101
7.4.2 Adding a startup screen........................................................................................................ 102
7.4.3 Configuring the unit for screenshots.....................................................................................103
7.5 Back up settings.................................................................................................................................104
7.6 Back up user files...............................................................................................................................104
8 Setup..............................................................................................................................................107
8.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................. 108
8.2 Logging in for setup.......................................................................................................................... 108
8.2.1 User login...............................................................................................................................108
8.2.2 Performing the reference mark search after startup............................................................. 109
8.2.3 Setting the language..............................................................................................................109
8.2.4 Changing the password.........................................................................................................110
8.3 Single steps for setup....................................................................................................................... 110
8.3.1 Basic settings.........................................................................................................................110
8.3.2 Adding function elements......................................................................................................123
8.3.3 Creating a preset table.......................................................................................................... 124
8.3.4 Configuring the MinMax function..........................................................................................126
8.3.5 Configuring the measured value output................................................................................127
8.4 Back up settings.................................................................................................................................135
8.5 Back up user files...............................................................................................................................136
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9 Measuring......................................................................................................................................137
9.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................. 138
9.2 Conducting a measurement............................................................................................................. 138
9.2.1 Preparing a measurement..................................................................................................... 138
9.2.2 Selecting a preset..................................................................................................................140
9.2.3 Measuring lengths and angles.............................................................................................. 142
9.2.4 Measuring with a touch probe.............................................................................................. 143
9.2.5 Capturing the minimum, maximum, and range.....................................................................144
9.2.6 Sending measured values to a computer..............................................................................145
10 File management..........................................................................................................................147
10.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................. 148
10.2 File types.............................................................................................................................................149
10.3 Managing folders and files............................................................................................................... 149
10.4 Opening and viewing files................................................................................................................ 152
10.5 Exporting files.................................................................................................................................... 153
10.6 Importing files.................................................................................................................................... 154
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11 Settings..........................................................................................................................................155
11.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................. 156
11.1.1 Overview of the Settings menu............................................................................................ 157
11.2 General................................................................................................................................................ 158
11.2.1 Device information.................................................................................................................158
11.2.2 Screen.................................................................................................................................... 158
11.2.3 Display....................................................................................................................................159
11.2.4 Input devices..........................................................................................................................159
11.2.5 Sounds................................................................................................................................... 160
11.2.6 Printers................................................................................................................................... 160
11.2.7 Properties............................................................................................................................... 161
11.2.8 Add printer............................................................................................................................. 161
11.2.9 Remove printer...................................................................................................................... 162
11.2.10 Date and time........................................................................................................................ 162
11.2.11 Units....................................................................................................................................... 163
11.2.12 Copyrights.............................................................................................................................. 164
11.2.13 Service info............................................................................................................................ 164
11.2.14 Documentation.......................................................................................................................164
11.3 Sensors................................................................................................................................................165
11.3.1 Touch probe............................................................................................................................165
11.4 Interfaces............................................................................................................................................. 166
11.4.1 Network..................................................................................................................................166
11.4.2 Network drive........................................................................................................................ 167
11.4.3 USB........................................................................................................................................ 168
11.4.4 RS-232....................................................................................................................................168
11.4.5 Data transfer.......................................................................................................................... 169
11.4.6 Wireless LAN hotspot........................................................................................................... 169
11.4.7 Switching functions................................................................................................................170
11.5 User......................................................................................................................................................171
11.5.1 OEM.......................................................................................................................................171
11.5.2 Setup...................................................................................................................................... 172
11.5.3 Operator................................................................................................................................. 173
11.5.4 Adding a User........................................................................................................................ 173
11.6 Axes..................................................................................................................................................... 174
11.6.1 Reference marks....................................................................................................................174
11.6.2 Information............................................................................................................................. 175
11.6.3 Error compensation................................................................................................................175
11.6.4 Nonlinear error compensation (NLEC)................................................................................... 176
11.6.5 Squareness error compensation (SEC)..................................................................................176
11.6.6 Axes X, Y .............................................................................................................................. 177
11.6.7 Axis Q.................................................................................................................................... 177
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11.6.8 Encoder.................................................................................................................................. 178
11.6.9 Reference marks (Encoder)....................................................................................................182
11.6.10 Reference point displacement............................................................................................... 183
11.6.11 Linear error compensation (LEC)...........................................................................................183
11.6.12 Segmented linear error compensation (SLEC)...................................................................... 184
11.6.13 Create table of supporting points..........................................................................................184
11.7 Service................................................................................................................................................. 185
11.7.1 Firmware information.............................................................................................................185
11.7.2 Back up and restore.............................................................................................................. 186
11.7.3 Firmware update....................................................................................................................187
11.7.4 Reset...................................................................................................................................... 187
11.7.5 OEM area...............................................................................................................................188
11.7.6 Documentation.......................................................................................................................188
11.7.7 Software options....................................................................................................................189
12 Service and maintenance............................................................................................................ 191
12.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................. 192
12.2 Cleaning...............................................................................................................................................192
12.3 Maintenance plan...............................................................................................................................193
12.4 Resuming operation...........................................................................................................................193
12.5 Updating the firmware...................................................................................................................... 194
12.6 Restore settings................................................................................................................................. 196
12.7 Restore user files............................................................................................................................... 197
12.8 Reset all settings................................................................................................................................198
12.9 Reset to shipping conditions............................................................................................................198
13 What to do if ............................................................................................................................... 199
13.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................. 200
13.2 System or power failure....................................................................................................................200
13.2.1 Restoring the firmware..........................................................................................................200
13.2.2 Restore settings.....................................................................................................................201
13.3 Malfunctions....................................................................................................................................... 201
13.3.1 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 202
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14 Removal and disposal..................................................................................................................205
14.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................. 206
14.2 Removal...............................................................................................................................................206
14.3 Disposal............................................................................................................................................... 206
15 Specifications................................................................................................................................207
15.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................. 208
15.2 Product data....................................................................................................................................... 208
15.3 Product dimensions and mating dimensions................................................................................. 210
15.3.1 Product dimensions with Duo-Pos stand.............................................................................. 211
15.3.2 Product dimensions with Multi-Pos stand.............................................................................211
15.3.3 Product dimensions with Multi-Pos holder............................................................................212
16 Index...............................................................................................................................................213
17 List of figures................................................................................................................................215
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Fundamentals

Fundamentals | Overview
1
1.1 Overview
This chapter contains information about the product and these instructions.
1.2 Information on the product
Product designation ID Firmware version Index
GAGE-CHEK 2000 1089181-xx 1248580.1.0.x ---
The ID label is provided on the back of the product.
Example:
GAGE-CHEK xxxx
2
3
1
1Product designation
2Index
3Part number (ID)
1.3 Demo software for the product
GAGE-CHEK 2000 Demo is software you can install on a computer independently
of the device. GAGE-CHEK 2000 Demo helps you to become familiar with, try out
or present the functions of the device.
You can download the current version of the software here: www.heidenhain.de
To download the installation file from the HEIDENHAIN Portal, you
need access rights to the Software portal folder in the directory of the
appropriate product.
If you do not have access rights to the Portal's Software folder, you can
request the access rights from your HEIDENHAIN contact person.
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1.4 Documentation on the product
1.4.1 Validity of the documentation
Before using the documentation and the product, you need to verify that the
documentation matches the product.
Compare the ID number and the index indicated in the documentation with the
corresponding data given on the ID label of the product
Compare the firmware version given in the documentation with the firmware
version of the product
Further information: "Device information", Page 158
If the ID numbers and indexes as well as the firmware versions match, the
documentation is valid
If the ID numbers and indexes do not match, so that the documentation
is not valid, you will find the current documentation for the product at
www.heidenhain.de.
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1.4.2 Notes on reading the documentation
WARNING
Fatal accidents, personal injury or property damage caused by non-
compliance with the documentation!
Failure to comply with the documentation may result in fatal accidents, personal
injury or property damage.
Read the documentation carefully from beginning to end
Keep the documentation for future reference
The table below lists the components of the documentation in the order of priority
for reading.
Documentation Description
Addendum An addendum supplements or supersedes
the corresponding contents of the Operating
Instructions and, if applicable, of the Installation
Instructions.
If an addendum is included in the shipment, it has
the highest priority for reading. All other contents
of the documentation retain their validity.
Installation Instructions The Installation Instructions contain all of the infor-
mation and safety precautions needed for the
proper mounting and installation of the product.
The Installation Instructions are contained as an
excerpt from the Operating Instructions in every
delivery.
The Installation Instructions have the second
highest level of priority for reading.
Operating Instructions The Operating Instructions contain all the infor-
mation and safety precautions needed for the
proper operation of the product according to its
intended use. The Operating Instructions are
included on the supplied storage medium and can
also be downloaded in the download area from
www.heidenhain.de. The Operating Instructions
must be read before the unit is put into service.
The Operating Instructions have the third highest
level of priority for reading.
Have you found any errors or would you like to suggest changes?
We are continuously striving to improve our documentation for you. Please help us
by sending your suggestions to the following e-mail address:
[email protected]
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1.4.3 Storage and distribution of the documentation
The instructions must be kept in the immediate vicinity of the workplace and must
be available to all personnel at all times. The operating company must inform the
personnel where these instructions are kept. If the instructions have become
illegible, the operating company must obtain a new copy from the manufacturer.
If the product is given or resold to any other party, the following documents must
be passed on to the new owner:
Addendum (if supplied)
Installation Instructions
Operating Instructions
1.5 About these instructions
These instructions provide all the information and safety precautions needed for
the safe operation of the product.
1.5.1 Document category
Operating Instructions
These instructions are the Operating Instructions for the product.
The Operating Instructions
Are oriented to the product life cycle
Contain all information and safety precautions needed for the proper operation
of the product according to its intended use
1.5.2 Target groups for the instructions
These instructions must be read and observed by every person who performs any
of the following tasks:
Mounting
Installation
Commissioning and configuration
Operation
Service, cleaning and maintenance
Troubleshooting
Removal and disposal
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1.5.3 Target groups according to user types
The target groups of these instructions refer to the various user types of the
product and their authorizations.
The product features the following user types:
OEM user
The OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) user has the highest level of
permissions. This user is allowed to configure the product's hardware (e.g.
connection of encoders and sensors). He can create Setup and Operator-type
users, and configure the Setup and Operator users. The OEM user cannot be
duplicated or deleted. This user cannot be logged in automatically.
Setup user
The Setup user configures the product for use at the place of operation. This user
can create Operator-type users. The Setup user cannot be duplicated or deleted.
This user cannot be logged in automatically.
Operator user
The Operator user is permitted to use the basic functions of the product.
An Operator-type user cannot create additional users, but is allowed to edit
various operator-specific settings, such as his name or the language. A user of the
Operator group can be logged in automatically as soon as the product is switched
on.
1.5.4 Contents of the chapters
The table below shows:
from which chapters these instructions are derived from
which information the chapters of the instructions contain
to which target groups the chapters of the instructions mainly apply
Section Contents Target
group
This chapter contains information about…
OEM Setup Operator
1 "Fundamentals" ... this product
... these instructions ✓✓✓
2 "Safety"
... Safety regulations and safety measures
for mounting the product
for installing the product
for operating the product
✓✓✓
3 "Transport and storage"
... transporting the product
... storing the product
... items supplied with the product
... accessories for the product
✓ ✓
4 "Mounting" ... correct mounting of the product ✓ ✓
5 "Installation" ... correct installation of the product ✓ ✓
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Section Contents Target
group
This chapter contains information about…
OEM Setup Operator
6 "Basic operation"
... the operating elements of the product user
interface
... the user interface of the product
... basic functions of the product
✓✓✓
7 "Commissioning" ... commissioning the product ✓
8 "Setup" ... correct setup of the product ✓
9 "Measuring"
... the performance of a measurement
... the transmission of measured values to a computer
(measured value output)
✓
10 "File management" ... the functions of the "File management" menu ✓✓✓
11 "Settings" ... setting options and associated setting parameters
for the product ✓✓✓
12 "Service and
maintenance" ... general maintenance work on the product ✓✓✓
13 "What to do if ..."
... causes of faults or malfunctions of the product
... corrective actions for faults or malfunctions of the
product
✓✓✓
14 "Removal and disposal" ... disassembly and disposal of the product
... environment protection specifications ✓✓✓
15 "Specifications"
... the technical data of the product
... product dimensions and mating dimensions
(drawings)
✓✓✓
16 "Index" This chapter enables accessing the content of these
instructions according to specific topics. ✓✓✓
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1.5.5 Notes in this documentation
Safety precautions
Precautionary statements warn of hazards in handling the product and provide
information on their prevention. Precautionary statements are classified by hazard
severity and divided into the following groups:
DANGER
Danger indicates hazards for persons. If you do not follow the avoidance
instructions, the hazard will result in death or severe injury.
WARNING
Warning indicates hazards for persons. If you do not follow the avoidance
instructions, the hazard could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Caution indicates hazards for persons. If you do not follow the avoidance
instructions, the hazard could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
Notice indicates danger to material or data. If you do not follow the avoidance
instructions, the hazard could result in things other than personal injury,
such as property damage.
Informational notes
Informational notes ensure reliable and efficient operation of the product.
Informational notes are divided into the following groups:
The information symbol indicates a tip.
A tip provides additional or supplementary information.
The gear symbol indicates that the function described depends on the
machine, e.g.
Your machine must feature a certain software or hardware option
The behavior of the functions depends on the configurable machine
settings
The book symbol represents a cross reference to external
documentation, e.g. the documentation of your machine tool builder or
other supplier.
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1.5.6 Symbols and fonts used for marking text
In these instructions the following symbols and fonts are used for marking text:
Depiction Meaning
...
...
Identifies an action and the result of this action
Example:
Tap OK
The message is closed
...
...
Identifies an item of a list
Example:
TTL interface
EnDat interface
...
Bold Identifies menus, displays and buttons
Example:
Tap Shut down
The operating system shuts down
Turn the power switch off
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