HEIDENHAIN ND 231B User manual

English (en)
12/2001
Measured Value Displays
User’s Manual
ND 231 B
SALES & SERVICE:
A Tech Authority, Inc.
13745 Stockton Ave.
Chino CA 91710
909-614-4522
[email protected]

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Numeric keypad
with decimal point
Status display with
backlit indicators
Actual value and input display
(9 decades and algebraic sign)
HEIDENHAIN
789
456
123
0.CL
MOD
REF SET START PRINT inch
MIN ACTL MAX DIFF
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Key Function
 Datum setting
 Confirming the entry value
 Setting display to value from P79 (P80!)
 xiting the parameter list
 Datum selection
 Paging backward in the parameter list
 Outputting the meas. value with PRINT
 Selecting parameters after switch-on
 Paging forward in the parameter list
 Clearing the entry
 Resetting the display to zero (P80!)
 CL plus MOD: Parameter list
 CL plus number: Selecting a parameter
 Clear parameter entry and show
parameter number
 Algebraic sign
 Decreasing the parameter value
 Decimal point
 Increasing the parameter value
MOD
Indicator Meaning
REF If the decimal point is blinking:
Display is waiting for the reference mark
to be traversed.
If the decimal point is not blinking:
Reference mark was traversed—
display unit saves the datum in nonvolatile
memory
Blinking: Display is waiting for operator
to press ENT or CL
inch Position values in inches
1 / 2 Selected datum
PRINT Measured value output with the MOD key
SET Blinking: Display is waiting for entry values
< / = / > Sorting mode: Measured value less than
lower limit / within tolerances / greater
than upper limit.
MIN
/ MAX / Nonfunctional
DIFF / ACTL /
START

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Items Supplied with ND 231 B
Measured value display unit
ND 231B in benchtop housing
Two 11 µAPP encoder inputs Id. Nr. 344 993-xx
Power cable 3 m (9.9 ft)
User s Manual ND 231 B
Adhesive inserts For stacking the ND 231 B
This Manual describes the ND 231 B measured
value display units with software number
349 797-04
and higher. The software number is shown on a
label on the back panel of the housing.
Items Supplied

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Installation and Specifications
Rear Panel, Accessories 13
Mounting 14
Power Connection 15
Operating Parameters 16
List of operating parameters 18
Linear Encoders 22
Multipoint Axis Error Compensation 25
Switching Inputs and Outputs EXT (X41) 29
Locking the Keyboard 34
Displaying the Software Version 35
Distance-to-Go Mode 36
RS-232-C/V.24 (X31) Data Interface 37
Input/Output of Parameter and
Compensation Value Lists
Output Format of the Parameter List 44
Output Format of the Compensation-Value Table 48
Remote Operation over the RS-232-C/V.24 51
Data Interface
Specifications 54
Dimensions 55
Contents
Contents
Working with the Display Unit
Position Encoders and Reference Marks 6
Switch-On, Traversing the Reference Points 7
Datum Setting 8
Sorting and Tolerance Checking 9
Measured-Value Output 10
Display Freeze 11
Error Messages 12

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Scale in
linear encoder Distance-coded
reference marks
Position Encoders and Reference Marks
The ND 231 B display unit is intended for use with photo-
electrical linear encoders with sinusoidal signals: primarily
for HEIDENHAIN MT length gauges with 11 µAPP.
These length gauges have one reference mark. The scales of
other photoelectric linear encoders (see “Linear Encoders”) can
contain one reference mark or several
distance-coded refer-
ence marks.
If there is an interruption of power, the relationship between the
position of the length gauge and the displayed position value is
lost. The reference marks on the position encoders and the REF
reference mark evaluation feature enable the display unit to
quickly reestablish this relationship again when the power is
restored.
When a reference mark is crossed over, a signal is generated
which identifies that position as a reference point. At the same
time, the display unit restores the relationship between length
gauge position and display values which you last defined by
setting the datum.
If the linear encoders have distance-coded reference marks,
you need only traverse a maximum of 20 mm to restore the
datum (for a signal period of 20 µm).
Reference mark
Reference marks on linear encoders
Position Encoders and Reference Marks

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Switch-On, Traversing the Reference Marks REF Mode
Crossing over the reference marks automatically switches the
display to REF mode: The last assignment of display values to
length gauge positions is stored in nonvolatile memory.
1) Press the CL key if you choose not to cross over the
reference marks. Note that, in this case, the relationship
between length gauge position and display value will be lost if
the power is interrupted or if the unit is switched off.
Turn on the power.
(Switch is located on rear panel).
• Unit displays ND 231 B
for 2 seconds.
• Unit displays ENT...CL 1).
• REF indicator starts blinking.
Switch on the reference mark evaluation
function.
• The position value that was last
assigned to the reference mark
position is displayed.
• REF indicator lights.
• Decimal points start blinking.
Û
Traverse the reference marks.
Move the plunger until the display starts
counting and the decimal points stop blink-
ing. The display is now ready for operation.
5 , 6 9 7
ENT...CL
0
ä
1
For automation purposes, crossing over the reference marks
and the display ENT ... CL can be disabled with parameter P82.
Switch-On, Traversin the Reference Marks

Datum Setting
The datum setting procedure assigns a display value to a
known position. With the ND 200 series, you can set two
separate datum points.
There are several ways to set the datum:
• Enter a numerical value, or
• Transfer a value from an operating parameter
(see P79, P80), or
• By external signal
Select datum 1 or 2.
After datum setting: Assignment of measured values to
positions
Without datum setting: unknown assignment of measured
values to positions
Z
?
?
?
?
?
Enter numerical value (here, 5).
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You can switch between datums 1 and 2 as desired. Datum 2
can be used, for example, for working with incremental dimen-
sions.
When you switch back to datum 1, the display unit resumes
display of the MT's actual position.
Datum Settin
Confirm the entered numerical value.

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Sorting and Tolerance Checking
In the sorting and tolerance checking mode, the display unit
compares the displayed value with the programmed upper and
lower sorting limits. The sorting and tolerance checking mode is
enabled and disabled with operating parameterP17.
Entering sorting limits
Sorting limits are entered in operating parameters P18 and P19
(see “Operating Parameters”).
Sorting signals
The display indicators and switching outputs at D-sub
connection EXT (X41, see applicable section) sort the display
value into one of three classes.
Display Meaning
=Measured value is within sorting limits
<Measured value is smaller than lower sorting limit
>Measured value is greater than upper sorting limit
Operating parameters for sorting and tolerance checking
P17 CLASS Sorting ON/OFF
P18 L.CLASS. Lower sorting limit
P19 U.CLASS. Lower sorting limit
Sortin and Tolerance Checkin
Example: Upper sorting limit = 26.02 mm
Lower sorting limit = 26.00 mm
Reject
Accept
Rework

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HEIDENHAIN
REF 2 1 SET START PRINT in.
MIN ACTL MAX DIFF
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789
456
123
0.–CL
MOD
PC
Measured Value Output
The RS-232-C/V.24 interface (X31) enables you to connect a
printer or a PC to your display unit
Measured alue Output
For technical information on the RS-232-C/V.24 data
interface (X31), information on the data format, etc.,
see the chapter “RS-232-C/V.24 Interface (X31).”
Measured values can be transferred over the RS-232-C/V.24
interface (X31), for example to a printer or PC.
There are several ways to start measured value output:
ä Press the MOD key (note the parameter setting P86).
or
ä Input the command STX (Ctrl B) over the RXD input of the
RS-232-C/V.24 interface (X31);
or
ä Input a signal for measured data output (Pulse or Contact)
at the D-sub connection EXT (X41).

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Display Freeze
With the latch command, the display can be stopped for any
period of time. The internal counter remains active. Parameter
P23 selects the “display freeze” mode and offers three
settings:
•Concurrent display, no display freeze — the display value
is the current measured value.
•Frozen display—display value is frozen and is updated with
each signal for measured value output.
•Frozen/concurrent display—display remains frozen as
long as the latch signal is present; after the signal, the
display resumes continuous display of the current meas-
ured values.
Latch
signal
Frozen
display
Frozen/
concurrent
display
Position
Display Freeze

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Error Messages
Display Problem
RS232 FAST Command for measured value
output followed too quickly by
another.1)
SIGNAL X1 ncoder signal is too weak.
The scale may be contaminated. 1)
DSR.MISSING The connected device has not sent
a DSR signal. 1)
REF. ERR. X1 The spacing of the reference marks
as defined in P43 is not the actual
spacing.1)
FORMAT ERR. Data format, baud rate, etc. do not
match. 1)
FRQ.ERR. X1 Input frequency too high for encoder
input. Traversing speed may be too
fast. 1)
MEMORY ERR. Checksum error: Check the datum,
operating parameters and compen-
sation values for multipoint axis
error compensation. If this error
recurs, contact your service
agency!
1) These errors are important for the attached device. The
error signal (pin 19) at D-sub connection EXT is active.
Other error displays
If “OVERFLOW“ appears, the measured value is too large or
too small:
ä Set a new datum.
or
ä Move the axis back.
If all sorting signals light up, the upper sorting limit is smaller
than the lower limit:
ä Change operating parameters P18 and/or P19.
To clear error messages:
When you have removed the cause of the error:
ä Clear the error message with the CL key.
Error Messa es
Display Problem
REC. ERROR rror during reception of parame-
ter and compensation value lists.

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Rear Panel, Accessories
Rear Panel
Ports X1, X2, X31 and X41 comply with the
recommendations in EN 50 178 for separation
from line power.
Encoder input X1/X2
HEIDENHAIN flange socket 9-pin
Input signals 11 µAPP
Maximum encoder cable length 30 m (98.5 ft)
Maximum input frequency 100 kHz
RS-232-C/V.24 data interface (X31)
25-pin D-sub connection (female)
Switching inputs and outputs EXT (X41)
25-pin D-sub connection (male)
Accessories
Connecting elements
Connector (female) 25-pin for D-sub connection X41
Id. Nr. 249 154-ZY
Connector (male) 25-pin for D-sub connection X31
Id. Nr. 245 739-ZY
Data interface cable, 3 m (9.9 ft), 25-pin for D-sub con-
complete nection X31, Id. Nr. 274 545-01
X2
Power switch Ground
connection
Input X1 for one
HEIDENHAIN
11 µAPP encoder
Data interface D-sub
connection
Input X2 for one
HEIDENHAIN
11 µAPP encoder

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Mounting
You can fasten the ND 231 B from below by using M4 screws
(see illustration at right).
Hole positions for mounting the ND display unit
Alternatives of stacking the display units
172 ± 0.2
6.77 ± .008"
140 ± 0.2
5.51 ± .008"
ND 231 B display units are stackable. Adhesive plug-in feet
(supplied with your unit) prevent the stacked units from being
moved out of place.
Mounting
15°

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Power Connection
Power Connection
The rear panel of the ND 231 B contains a connecting jack for
a power cord with Euro connector (power cord included in
items supplied).
Minimum cross section of the power cord: 0.75 mm2
Power supply: 100 Vac to 240 Vac (–15% to +10%)
50 Hz to 60 Hz (±2 Hz)
A voltage selector is therefore not necessary.
Danger of electrical shock!
Unplug the power cord before opening the
housing. Connect the grounding conductor.
Do not interrupt the grounding conductor.
Danger to internal components!
Do not engage or disengage any connections
while the unit is under power. Use only original
replacement fuses.
To increase noise immunity, connect the ground
terminal on the rear panel to the central ground
point of the machine.
(Minimum cross-section: 6 mm2)

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Operating Parameters
Operating parameters allow you to modify the operating
characteristics of your ND display unit and define the
evaluation of the encoder signals.
Operating parameters are designated by:
• The letter P,
• A two-digit parameter number, and
• An abbreviation.
Example: P01 INCH
The factory settings of the operating parameters are
indicated in the parameter list (see “List of Operating
Parameters”) in boldface type.
Parameters consist of “user parameters” and “protected
operating parameters,” which can only be accessed by
entering a code number.
User parameters
User parameters are operating parameters that can be
changed without entering the code number:
P00 to P30, P50, P51, P79, P86, P98
The functions of the individual user parameters are detailed in
the list of operating parameters (see “List of Operating
Parameters”).
To access a user parameter ...
... after switching on the display:
Display first user parameter.
... during operation:
Display first user parameter.
To go directly to a user parameter:
Press and hold CL while entering the first
digit of the parameter number (here, 1).
Enter the second digit of the parameter
number (here, 9).
The display shows the selected user
parameter.
While ENT ... CL is
displayed:
MOD
Together:
Together:
MOD
Operating Parameters

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Functions for changing the operating parameters
Function Key
Page forward
in the list of operating parameters
Page backward
in the list of operating parameters
Reduce parameter value
Increase parameter value
Correct entry and
display parameter designations
Confirm change or numerical entry,
exit the list of operating parameters
A changed parameter is stored as soon as you
• Exit the list of operating parameters
or
• Page forward or backward after the change.
MOD
Code number for changing protected operating
parameters
If you wish to change protected operating parameters, you
must first enter the code number 9 51 48:
ä Select the user parameter P00 CODE.
ä Enter the code number 9 51 48.
ä Confirm entry with ENT.
Parameter P30.1 appears on the display. By paging through
the list of operating parameters you can display—and, if
necessary, change—each protected operating parameter and,
of course, each user parameter.
Once you have entered the code number, the
protected operating parameters remain accessible
until the display unit is switched off.
Operating Parameters

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Parameter Settings / Function
P00 CODE Enter a code number:
9 51 48: To change the protected
operating parameters
10 52 96: Multipoint axis error
compensation
24 65 84: To lock the keyboard
66 55 44: To show the software version
24 65 82: Distance-to-go display
48 61 53: Input and output of parameter
and compensation value lists
P01 Units of measurement 1)
Display in millimeters MM
Display in inches INCH
P06 DISPL. Displayed information
Signals from encoder at X1 DISPLAY X1
Signals from encoder at X2 DISPLAY X2
Sum display X1 + X2 X1 ADD. X2
Difference display X2 – X2 X1 SUB. X2
P11 SCL Scaling factor
Scaling factor off SCALING OFF
Scaling factor on SCALNG ON
P12.1 SCL Scaling factor X1
Enter a numerical value
0.100000 < P12 < 9.999999
Default setting: 1.000000
List of Operating Parameters
List of Operating Parameters
Parameter Settings / Function
P12.2 SCL Scaling factor X2
Enter a numerical value
0.100000 < P12 < 9.999999
Default setting: 1.000000
P17 CLASS Sorting and tolerance checking
Sorting and tol. checking ON CLASS ON
Sorting and tol. checking OFF CLASS OFF
P18 L.CLASS Lower limit for sorting
P19 U.CLASS Upper limit for sorting
P23 DISPL. Display stop for measured value output
Concurrent display, no display freeze;
the display value is the current actual
value DISPL. ACTL.
Frozen display; hold display until next
measured value output DISPL. HOLD
Frozen/concurrent display; freeze display
as long as Pulse/Contact for measured
value output is present DISPL. STOP
P30.1 DIR Counting direction X1
Positive counting direction with
positive direction of traverse DIRECT. POS
Negative counting direction with
positive direction of traverse DIRECT. NEG

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Parameter Settings/ Function
P40.1 COMP. Select encoder compensation X1
No compensation COMP. OFF
Multipoint: up to 64
compensation points COMP. MULTI
Linear compensation COMP. LIN1)
P40.2 COMP. Select encoder compensation X2
No compensation COMP. OFF
Multipoint: up to 64
compensation points COMP. MULTI
Linear compensation COMP. LIN
P41.1 L.COMP.Linear error compensation X1
– 99 999.9 < P41 < + 99 999.9 [µm/m]
Default setting: 0
Example: Find input value for P41
Displayed measuring length ............. Ld= 620.000 mm
Actual length (measured, e.g.
with the VM 101 comparator
system from HEIDENHAIN) .............. La= 619.877 mm
Length difference ............................. D L = La– Ld= – 123 µm
Compensation factor k (= P41):
k = D L / Ld= – 123 µm / 0.62 m ....... k = –198.4 [µm/m]
P41.2 L.COMP. Linear error compensation X2
– 99 999.9 < P41 < + 99 999.9 [µm/m]
Default setting: 0
Parameter Settings/ Function
P30.2 DIR Counting direction X2
Positive counting direction with
positive direction of traverse DIRECT. POS
Negative counting direction with
positive direction of traverse DIRECT. NEG
P31.1 S. PER.Signal period of encoder X1
0.000 000 01 < P31 < 99 999.9999
Default setting: 10 µm
P31.2 S. PER.Signal period of encoder X2
0.000 000 01 < P31 < 99 999.9999
Default setting: 10 µm
P33.1 STEP Counting mode X1
0-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9 COUNT 0-1
0-2-4-6-8 COUNT 0-2
0-5 COUNT 0-5
P33.2 STEP Counting mode X2
0-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9 COUNT 0-1
0-2-4-6-8 COUNT 0-2
0-5 COUNT 0-5
P38.1 DEC. Decimal places X1 1)
1 / 2 / 3 / 4/ 5 / 6
(up to 8 for inch display)
P38.2 DEC. Decimal places X2 1)
1 / 2 / 3 / 4/ 5 / 6
(up to 8 for inch display)
List of Operating Parameters
1) Depends on signal period (P31) and unit of measure (P01)

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Parameter Settings / Function
Parameter Settings / Function
P42.1 to
P42.2 Backlash compensation
Input range (mm): +9.999 to -9.999
Default setting: 0.000
= no backlash compensation
During a change in direction, the mechanical play between the
encoder and table, the so-called backlash, can cause error.
Positive backlash: The rotary encoder moves before the table,
therefore the display value is too high (positive value input).
Negative backlash: The rotary encoder moves after the table,
therefore the display value is too low (negative value input).
P43.1 REF Reference marks X1
One reference mark SINGLE REF.
Distance-coded with 500 • SP
(SP: signal period) 500 SP
Distance-coded with 1000 • SP
(e.g. for HEIDENHAIN LS ...C) 1000 SP
Distance-coded with 2000 • SP 2000 SP
Distance-coded with 5000 • SP 5000 SP
List of Operating Parameters
P43.2 REF Reference marks X2
One reference mark SINGLE REF.
Distance-coded with 500 • SP
(SP: signal period) 500 SP
Distance-coded with 1000 • SP
(e.g. for HEIDENHAIN LS ...C) 1000 SP
Distance-coded with 2000 • SP 2000 SP
Distance-coded with 5000 • SP 5000 SP
P44.1 REF Reference mark evaluation
Evaluate the reference mark REF. X1 ON
Do not evaluate the reference
mark REF. X2 OFF
P44.2 REF Reference mark evaluation 1)
Evaluate the reference mark REF. X2 ON
Do not evaluate the reference
mark REF. X2 OFF
P45.1 ALARM Encoder monitoring X1
No monitoring ALARM OFF
Monitor the frequency FREQUENCY
Monitor contamination CONTAMINAT.
Contamination + frequency FRQ. + CONT.
1) If an encoder input is not assigned, it must be deactivated.
The settings go into effect after switch-on.