MoldMaker MMC-11 User manual
CYCLE COUNTER
MMC-11
USER'S MANUAL
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1. GENERAL
The counter is used to count the number of cycles of injection molds, stamping tools, dies
or other devices performing cyclic operations.
Description of main elements:
1. LCD display
2. Cycle button
3. Disassembly sensor
4. Mounting holes
Techical parameters:
Power supply 3,6V built-in lithium battery.
Bettery lifetime 5 years.
Maximum LCD indication 99 999 999.
Maximum counting value is 4 000 000 000 (available wirelessly only)
Working temperature -20 do +85 °C.
Dimensions: 48x38x25 mm
Mounting screws M4 x 35 allen with cylinder head or No.8-32 0.164".
General informations:
The counter is delivered as inactive. After pressing the main button "Inactive" appears on
the LCD display. Activation can be done using the MoldMaker Scan application, which can
be downloaded from Google Play for Android devices. For more information please follow
this manulal.
Requirements for the MoldMaker Scan application:
android 4.2 or newer
Bluetooth 4.0 LE module
NFC communication interface
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LCD display messages:
Inactive counter. Message visible after
pressing the main cycle button and or
disassembly sensor for the inactive counter.
Activation is required for normal operation.
Message about exceeding the programmed
value of counter reminder about service
inspection of the mold, maintenance, punch,
etc.
Temperature exceeded 70 ° C.
Low battery voltage. Counter battery
replacement required by an authorized
service center.
Flight mode is enabled. Bluetooth
transmitter is OFF. The counter is not
transmitting any signals.
The counter is in the NFC field of the
reader.
Communication error with the NFC
interface.
Communication error with the radio module.
Communication error with the NFC chip and
radio system.
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2. CREATING AN ACCOUNT IN MOLDMAKER SYSTEM
Go to https://www.moldmaker.eu and select the option "Register".
After completing the registration process, a new business account will be created for the
user with administrator rights. You can now log into the system.
3. LOGGING IN MOLDMAKER SYSTEM VIA MOLDMAKER SCAN
APPLICATION
Go to https://www.moldmaker.eu/panel and log in.
Enter your login and password provided in the registration process.
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Place your phone on the counter.
Select "Activate New Counter" option. The counter will be activated.
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The activation process has been completed
5. ADDING NEW TOOL WITH NEW COUNTER ASSIGNMENT
Login to MoldMaker Scan mobile application.
Select "Proximity Reading (NFC)" option.
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Place your phone on the counter.
Select "Create New Tool" option.
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Enter data: tool name, part name and select the location. Then press "Create”.
Confirmation message. New tool with assigned counter has been created.
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6. ASSIGNING THE COUNTER TO THE EXISTING TOOL
Login to MoldMaker Scan mobile application.
Select the "Proximity Reading (NFC)" option.
Choose "Assign to Existing Tool”option.
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Choose location of existing tool.
Select the appropriate tool to which you want to assign a counter.
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Confirmation message. The counter is now assigned to existing tool.
7. REMOTE SCANNING
7.1 Scanning via mobile devices (on demand).
The value of the counter can be scanned wirelessly from a distance of up to 30m using a
smartphone or tablet via the MoldMaker Scan application installed.
Scanning of 1 counter.
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Scanning of many counters in range.
Over 300 counters can be scanned at the same time in a few seconds.
7.2 Automatic scanning.
Optionally, remote scanning can be performed using MMCD Concentrator device which
automatically and constantly scans all counters in range and sends received data to the
server.
7.3 Configuration and proximity reading
The counter configuration can be done via the NFC proximity communication interface
using a smartphone or tablet with the MoldMaker Scan application installed.
In this way, depending on the needs, it is possible to do:
activation of the counter - see point 4.
assigning the counter to the tool - see point 5 and 6.
removing the counter assignment to the tool - you can use it, if necessary, to move
the counter from one tool to another (press: Proximity Reading (NFC) -> Other ->
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Remove assignment from tool)
identification of an unknown tool - by placing a smartphone to the counter installed
in an unknown tool, you can easily identify this tool (press: Proximity Reading
(NFC))
reading Tool Cards used to get acquainted with detailed technical data of a given
tool (press: Proximity Reading (NFC) -> Tool Card))
read and write Service Cards - you can view and add new entries to the service
card register for, among others, to confirm technical inspections or proceed with
typical tools maintenance (Press: Proximity Reading (NFC) -> Service Cards)
providing access for toolmakers or subcontractors - functionality used to transfer
tools between companies. There are 2 possible cases:
transferring the tool to the subcontractor - the subcontractor confirms the
acceptance of the tool for its stock and obtains "read only" access to all
parameters of the tool. The owner of the tool may oblige the subcontractor to
read the counter's status regularly, thus obtaining the possibility of remote
control of the tool's operation, information about the number of injections made,
unexpected tool stops and is notified when the counter is disassembled from the
tool. (press: Proximity Reading (NFC) -> Other -> Share Tool))
transferring the tool to the toolmaker - the tool shop confirms the acceptance of
the tool for its stock and obtains "Full" access to read and write all parameters,
for eg. Service Cards entries, Tool Card entries, etc. The owner gets information
about the activities performed on the tool. (press: Proximity Reading (NFC) ->
Other -> Share Tool)
changing the orientation of the LCD display - you can easily rotate the counter
display upside down when the counter is mounted in the reversed position. (press:
Proximity Reading (NFC) -> Other -> Rotate LCD)
reading a tool basic tag - contains, value on the counter, owner's name, tool name,
part name, temperature, MAC address.
Configuration and proximity reading via the NFC communication interface.
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7.4 Disassembly sensor
The counter is equipped with a disassembly sensor located on the back of the housing for
general use related to production safety monitoring. If there is a need for strict monitoring
of the quantity of produced parts, then the user may activate "Disassembly sensor
monitoring", thus he will be immediately notified when the counter is disassembled from
the tool. The exact time of each detected disassembly will be saved in the counter's history
for further analysis.
7.5 Service notification on LCD display
The counter is equipped with advanced built in functionality called "Show "SERVICE"
notification on LCD display".
This functionality is linked to the maintenance schedules supported in MoldMaker system.
Thanks to this functionality, after reaching the value on the counter set in the
corresponding maintenance schedule, the word "SERVICE" will be blinking on display.
Regardless of enabling/disabling this functionality, MoldMaker system will normally
perform service reminders displaying the appropriate icons in the MoldMaker main tool
table.
Enabling this functionality will require the user to synchronize the schedule with the
counter using the MoldMaker Scan mobile application.
The necessity of synchronization for a given tool will be signaled in the schedule window
by means of the red NFC icon.
In order to synchronize, use the "Manage Maintenance" button in the MoldMaker Scan
mobile application. When pressed, the application will ask you to place the phone on the
counter and it will automatically synchronize. Duration approx. 1 sec.
Lack of synchronization by the user may cause that the word "SERVICE" will be displayed
on the counter at a different moment than set in the schedule.
8. REMOTE PRODUCER'S SUPERVISION
To ensure the highest reliability of all operating counters, the MoldMaker system
continously monitors the operation of all counters in terms of:
- the state of the battery life
- exceeding the permissible operating temperatures
- reported errors
If necessary, the MoldMaker system will notify the user in advance about the need to carry
out service activities, eg. replacing the battery.
Please note: due to ensuring the highest quality and reliability, the counters are designed
as no-disassembleable devices. The user has no possibility to exchange the battery itself.
The battery can only be replaced by an authorized service center. Possible attempts to
open the housing by itself will result in damage of the housing or electronic module and
loss of warranty.
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Table of contents
1. GENERAL........................................................................................................................2
2. CREATING AN ACCOUNT IN MOLDMAKER SYSTEM..................................................5
3. LOGGING IN MOLDMAKER SYSTEM VIAMOLDMAKER SCANAPPLICATION..........5
4. COUNTER ACTIVATION .................................................................................................6
5. ADDING NEW TOOL WITH NEW COUNTER ASSIGNMENT.........................................8
6. ASSIGNING THE COUNTER TO THE EXISTING TOOL..............................................11
7. REMOTE SCANNING....................................................................................................13
7.1 Scanning via mobile devices (on demand). .................................................................13
7.2 Automatic scanning.....................................................................................................14
7.3 Configuration and proximity reading ............................................................................14
7.4 Disassembly sensor.....................................................................................................16
7.5 Service notification on LCD display..............................................................................16
8. REMOTE PRODUCER'S SUPERVISION......................................................................16
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