Rev 4-05

COPYRIGHT JRA 2001-2005

WinGcnc
4 AXIS MILLING
SOFTWARE

FOR GALIL 1700/1800/18x2

MOTION CONTROLLERS

OPERATING MANUAL VERSION 4

JRA CO.
http://www.jraco.com
248-637-9480 VOICE 248-637-9481 FAX

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 Special Notices

Liability

JRA software is not intended for use in any manner where

human life or safety is at risk. This product is not intended to be
used with, for, or as, any life support equipment.

In no event will JRA be held liable to any customer or user costs

or damages arising from the use of this product. This includes
lost profits lost savings or any other incidental or consequential
damages arising out of the use or inability to use such product
even if JRA or a JRA representative has been advised of the
possibility of such damages, or for any claim by another party.

Some states do not allow the limitations or exclusion of liability

for incidental or consequential damages in which case the
above limitations may not apply.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION 5
SETUP 5
DISPLAY SETTINGS 5
CD INSTALLATION 5
NAVIGATING THE SCREENS 6
WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT 7

MDI Mode 8
AUX FUNCTIONS ( MCODES) 9
PREP FUNCTIONS 10
G92 to redefine position 11
COMMAND FORMAT 11

JOG MODE 13
FILE MODE 16
VIEW TOOLPATH Mode 17
AUTO MODE 19

SYSTEM MODE 21
RESET MODE 22
TOOL MODE 23
TERMINAL MODE 24
CALIBRATE MODE 26
CONFIG MODE 27
HOME MODE 30
DIAG MODE 32
CONVERSATIONAL PROGRAMMING 34
Bolt Circle 35
Drill Grid 36
Contour 38
Pocket 40
Face 42
Slot 44
DRO 46
Handwheel 48
Appendix A Command Format 50
Appendix B Current Gcodes/Mcodes 53

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Appendix C Canned Cycles 54
Appendix D PLC operation 57
Running the PLC 57
Digital handwheel Pendant 63
Standard Pendant 66

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of WinGcnc is the Win 95/98 /Win2000/XP
version of an easy to use 3 axis cnc milling package for use with the Galil 1700 ,
18x2 and 1800 series controllers. A Pentium 400 MHz computer or greater with
16Mb Ram and Windows 95/98/2000/XP is recommended as a minimum
configuration. A faster machine will result in faster file processing times as well
as higher block throughput. The WinGcnc program supports a subset of standard
Gcodes and is primarily targeted at CAM based Toolpath generation for
milling,router,Laser,and plasma applications.

Setup
For your software to function properly you must first establish proper
communication with your Galil controller using the Galil terminal program which
came with your Galil controller. Please configure all parameters for proper servo
operation as outlined in the Galil operations manual that came with your
controller card. The WinGcnc software has been pre-configured to recognize
your Galil controller by it’s Specific serial number. This package will only work
with one Galil card. Make sure you record the base address setting for your
controller which may be found in the Registry section of the Galil terminal
program. You will need to input this value in the WinGcnc program or it will not
function. If you change hardware in your PC and the controller card base address
is affected you must input this base address change in the Wingcnc software as
described below. Win2000/XP users must purchase the upgrade package.

Display Settings
Configure your display for 600 x 800 or greater with large fonts

CD Installation
Insert the WinGcnc cd into the cd player on your PC and using MY COMPUTER
or Windows Explorer select the Setup.exe program from the WinGcnc CD.
Double Click on the setup icon and you will launch the WinGcnc installation
wizard. Once the program has been installed The WinGcnc program will be
found on the program menu in Win95/98/2000/XP and will be called GCNCJOG.
Click on this heading to launch the program.

Upon entering the program you will first need to perform a calibration. This is
only done after installing or reinstalling the WinGcnc software. Click on
The calibration button and you will enter the calibration screen. Click on OK
and wait for the calibration parameter to appear. Once it appears you may
exit this screen.

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Immediately after performing the calibration you will need to change the
controller base address and configure parameters for your machine. You
must change the base address to agree with the address for your controller or
the software will not function. As mentioned above, once the software is
configured you will not have to repeat this step unless you reinstall your software.

Exit the calibration screen and return to the main menu. Click on the CONFIG
button and change the base address to the number you recorded from the Galil
terminal program. Input the new base address in the white text box under the
input heading. You may also change the other parameters like encoder counts
per inch for each of the axes by following the same procedure. When you are
satisfied with all of your changes click on the apply button. The left column of
values should now agree with those in the right column. You may now exit back
to the main menu.

Your software should now be properly configured . At this point return to the main
menu and select SYSTEM by clicking on the SYSTEM button. The values should
reflect the parameters you selected in the Galil terminal program.

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WinGcnc has been created with ease of use in mind. Mouse clicking or single
keystroke commands from the keyboard may be used to activate the command
buttons in both the main menu and in the most modes. The underlined letter on
the command button identifies the key that is needed to activate the button. For
further ease of use a handheld pendant is available for use in MDI, Auto and
Jog modes. The View mode will require Alt and the underlined letter to be
depressed. This method of accessing command buttons may also be used in all
of the other screens as well.

Windows Environment
When running long CAM generated toolpath programs , any open applications
should be closed so that system resources are dedicated to running the motion
control software. This is particularly important when running at high speeds to
insure the highest block throughput. The flexibility of the Windows environment
may be used in any other of the operating modes. Windows Notepad or Wordpad
may be used to view, create or edit cnc files.

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MDI MODE

The MDI mode allows the user to manually manipulate the machine by entering
in certain Mcodes or Gcodes directly. This mode is useful for moving any or all
axes or activating auxiliary functions via Gcodes.

Description Function

Active Gcodes Box Shows Current Modal Gcodes

Last Command Box Shows Last Active Command

Position Display Box Shows Command Position for each Axis

Enter Spindle Speed Box

User enters spindle speed in rpm. Outputs voltage to spindle axis when Go
Spindle command button is activated.

Enter Command Box

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User enters Gcode or Mcode command for immediate execution. First click on
white box to get cursor. Then type Gcode command. Click on cycle start
command button to execute command. Spaces must be entered between
parameters just as the parameters would be entered in a Gcode (cnc ) file.

The default mode for this box is G00 or rapid moves. Therefore typing

X5 Y10 Z1

Or

G00 X5 Y10 Z1 ( note the spaces between parameters )

And Clicking on the Cycle Start command button will initiate a rapid move to
absolute position X5 Y10 Z1 with all 3 axes starting and stopping simultaneously.
hitting C on the keyboard or the cycle start button on the pendant will also initiate
motion. Note that the G00 may be omitted but that gcode commands are modal
in the MDI mode. In other words the control will stay in G00 mode until another
Gcode for instance G01 is used.

Prep Functions
Activate via mouse

Click on these command buttons to set operating mode

G00 Rapid mode moves entered will occur at rapid rate ( Default )

G01 Moves entered will occur at feed rate

G90 Absolute positioning mode ( default )

G91 Incremental positioning mode

Inch Sets display and travel to English units

Metric Sets display and travel to Metric units

Aux Functions
Activate via mouse

Click on these command buttons to activate

M08 Sets Output 1 High

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M09 Sets output 1 Low

M10 Sets Output 2 High

M11 Sets Output 2 Low

M70 Sets Output 3 High

M71 Sets Output 3 Low

M72 Sets Output 4 High

M73 Sets Output 4 Low

M74 Sets Output 5 High

M75 Sets Output 5 Low

M25 Returns Z axis to Z0 (rapid move) click On then hit Cycle Start to
activate

All Off Sets all outputs Low

Go Spindle Outputs voltage to spindle based on entered spindle speed

* only enabled when spindle axis is enabled

Motion Command Buttons

Activate via keyboard, mouse or pendant

Cycle Start Initiates motion or command

Pause Pauses motion during G00 or G01 command hit resume to continue
Or Abort to abort move.
Resume Used to resume motion after a Pause has been initiated

Abort Aborts move after a Pause has been initiated

Exit Exits to main menu

Feed Override Slider

Activate via mouse ,Keyboard or Pendant

The feed override slider allows the user to change the vector feedrate
while the machine is performing a feed move. The slider may be adjusted at any

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time and will alter the feedrate from 0-200% of the programmed feedrate. The
feedrate may be changed by clicking and dragging the slider via the mouse, or
by using the (+) or (-) override keys on the pendant. Each button press on the
pendant will modify the feedrate. Do not hold the key down on the pendant as
only 1 incremental change in feedrate will occur.

The S key from the keyboard will increase the override value and the K key will
decrease the override value.

4th Axis command buttons ( optional feature )

ASTART Starts A axis motion to value entered in A axis deg text box
A axis will rapid at prescribed rapid rate to absolute position.
A axis value is in degrees. ( Replaces cycle start for A axis)

ASTOP Aborts A axis move. (Pause has no effect on axis operation)

G92 A Allows redefinition of current A axis position to position

entered in G92A text box.

Command Format

The default configuration is for G00 G90 G71 therefore rapid moves, in absolute
coordinates in English units is the default mode. Motion is initiated by the Cycle
Start command button . Motion may be stopped by the Pause button and
resumed by the Resume button or aborted by the Abort button.

Commands should have one space between parameters and only one command
per line can be entered.

Example G00 X5.000 Y5.000 Z3.000

For rapid moves like the above the G00 may be omitted therefore the command

X5.000 Y5.000 Z3.000

will also execute a rapid move since the G00 mode is assumed unless otherwise
specified.

Feed moves may also be issued. The command

G01 X12 Y2 Z.005 F10

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Will move the X Y and Z axes along the vector X12 Y2 Z.005 at the vector feed
rate of 10 inches per minute as designated by F10. Keep in mind that the
commands are modal therefore all subsequent moves will occur at this feed rate
If no other gcode is specified. During G01 or feed moves the feed rate may be
altered during motion by using the feed override slider.

G92 (Define Position)

It is often useful to redefine the axes current position to zero a tool or to specify a
starting position. The G92 command is useful for this situation.

G92 X3 Y0 Z0

Then hit cycle start

Defines the current X location to 3.0000

Y to 0.0000
Z to 0.0000

One or all axes may be updated in this manner.

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JOG MODE

The jog mode allows the user to perform defined incremental moves of the
machine axes. This mode is useful for positioning the spindle relative to the
workpiece, setting up a dial indicator or performing machining operations which
require manual manipulation of one or more axes.

Axis Position Box Displays current command position

Axis Box Displays selected axis

Direction Box Displays selected direction

Auxiliary Buttons

Activate or deactivate auxiliary outputs. These outputs can control coolant

pumps, spindles ,solenoids etc.The status may be checked in the diagnostics
mode. See MDI mode for button descriptions

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Set Spindle Speed Box

Enter the desired spindle speed . Hit the Go Spindle command button to output
this signal to the spindle. * Only enabled when the 4th axis spindle has been configured

Motion Command Buttons

Accessible via keyboard mouse or pendant

Jog Increment

A 0.0001 Moves selected axis 0.0001 inches

B 0.0010 Moves selected axis 0.0010 inches

C 0.0100 Moves selected axis 0.0100 inches

D 0.1000 Moves selected axis 0.100 inches

R 1.0000 Moves selected axis 1.000 inches

Continuous Jog Mode

Go Starts jog continuous mode. Runs the currently selected axis in the
selected direction at the jog continuous feed rate until the stop
button is pressed. Feed rate is selected by the CJM slider

Stop Stops motion initiated by the Go button in continuous jog mode.

CJM Feed Slider which selects continuous jog mode feed rate (adjustable on
the fly)

Zero X Zeros X axis

Zero Y Zeros Y axis

Zero Z Zeros Z axis

Zero A Zero A axis ( optional)

Exit exits to main menu

Select an Axis

X Selects X axis

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Y Selects Y axis
Z Selects Z axis
A Select A axis ( optional)

Direction

+ Selects positive direction ( use P from the keyboard )

- Selects negative direction ( use N from the keyboard )

JOG Operation

Select an axis to move X,Y or Z and a direction positive or negative. Activating

one of the command buttons will move the axis the prescribed amount in inches.
The position readout on the screen will be updated.

For a continuous motion with an undefined distance use the jog continuous
mode. Select the axis and direction as usual and specify a feedrate using the
Continuous Jog Mode feedrate slider. The Go command button will cause
continuous motion on the selected axis at the chosen feedrate until the Stop
command button is actuated.

The Define reference position buttons will zero any of the 3 axes.

Optional 4th axis

For A axis movement, upon selecting the A axis, the A axis incremental
jog buttons appear. Enter the jog increment in degrees. Clicking on the Move A
axis button will index the 4th axis by the entered increment.

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FILE MODE

The file utility is used to select the file that is to be run in AUTO mode or viewed
in VIEW mode. Files may only be viewed after preprocessing by entering Auto
mode and then exiting and going into view mode. All files must have a .cnc
extension or they will not be recognized by WinGcnc as valid tool path or Gcode
files. Simply click on the selected file and click on Open or double click on the
selected file. Cancel returns control to the main menu.

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VIEW TOOLPATH MODE

The view toolpath mode allows the user to view translated toolpaths prior to
running them. First a file must be selected using the File mode. Then, enter the
Auto mode from the main menu until the auto mode screen appears. From this
screen Exit and then proceed to the View mode

View Command Buttons

Accessible via mouse or keyboard

Zoom - Makes image smaller

Zoom+ Makes image larger

Left Moves image to the left

Right Moves image to the right

Up Moves image up on screen

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Down Moves image down on screen

Iso Isometric View

Top Top View

Front Front View

Side Side View

Fast Draws toolpath fast

Med Draws toolpath Medium speed

Slow Draws toolpath slowly

Single Step Steps through the program a block at a time

Default Resets all parameters and Isometric mode

Pause Suspends drawing of toolpath until resume is activated

Resume Resumes generation of toolpath after Pause has been activated

Exit Return to main Menu

It may be necessary too keep hitting UP to move the image up and into view
when viewing some toolpaths. Rapid moves are displayed with a different color
than typical feed moves.

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AUTO MODE

The Auto mode allows the user to run a created tool path. The path must first be
selected using the file mode and must adhere to proper file formatting rules. See
the section on file format. There is no limitation on file length. Larger files may
however take longer to process. Once you have entered the second Auto mode
screen Cycle Start will begin file execution and Pause may be used to pause or
Abort the cycle.

Current Position Box Displays current command position in inches for X ,Y

and Z axes

Current block in buffer Shows last block sent to 500 block lookahead buffer

Current line Shows # of last line of translated program sent to

buffer

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Total lines Shows total number of lines in translated program

Last Mcode Shows last aux code issued

File Name Shows name of current file

Last Feed Shows last Feed command

Current Tool Shows current tool Number

PLC Status Shows PLC if activated ( running) or stopped (idle)

Position Display Shows axes command position

Motion Command Buttons

Accessible via keyboard, mouse or pendant

Cycle Start Initiates running of cnc program

Pause Pauses motion

Resume Resumes motion after Pause

Abort Aborts motion after Pause

Exit Exits to main menu

Abort PLC Stops PLC execution and continues program

Feed Override Slider Modifies programmed feedrate 0-200%

Spindle Speed Slider Modifies spindle speed 0-200%

M8-M75 Enables some aux outputs via cmd buttons M8-M73

During file running ,the feedrate may be changed by clicking on the feed override
slider. Motion may also be paused or aborted by the Pause button.

As mentioned earlier, file translation and preprocessing is done in the processing

screen of the Auto mode. This preprocessing must be done prior to viewing the
file. Also, in some instances the user may wish to exit Auto mode before actually
running the path to view it prior to running.

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SYSTEM MODE

Selecting system mode allows the user to view machine and controller settings.
The Galil terminal software will be used to configure the majority of these
parameters which involve servo tuning and motor accel/deccel.The remaining
parameters such as card base address and encoder counts for each axis are set
in the config screen as discussed earlier. The Timing factor value is set in the
calibration screen.

Two parameters the corner rate and the corner angle dictate how the control will
Handle abrupt angle changes in the toolpath.

Corner rate. Specifies default speed in counts/sec that the machine will
decelerate to in sharp corners. This value is scaled by feed override

Threshold Angle: Parameter specifies the required change in angle

which dictates a corner slowdown( to the corner rate )

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RESET (CONTROLLER ) MODE
Performs a controller reset. Position information will be lost.All values not burned
into Galil memory will be lost and reset to their default value. This is not a
Master reset. Use this mode after running into a clamp, a stop or when a
position error Has occurred. If the OE (off on error ) command has been set the
controller will disable the drive command for the affected axis if a position error
greater than the position error threshold setting has occurred. These settings are
both Galil parameters and more information on them may be found in the Galil
documentation that came with your controller card.

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TOOL MODE

The tool mode allows the user to input values for 12 tool lengths along with work
offset and a reference tool number. The offset value is the distance from machine
home (Z0) down to the part Zero using the reference tool in the tool holder.
Setting this value properly insures that tool length is properly compensated for
when doing tool changes. The boxes in white are current values. New values are
entered under the column with the yellow box labeled Input New Values.The
current values will not change until the Apply command button is activated. The
input values take effect when an M06 Tn is used in the cnc file. Where n is a
value from 1-12.

The Exit command button will return the user to the main menu

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TERMINAL MODE

The terminal mode is similar to the Galil Terminal software that came with your
controller card. It allows you to send Galil commands directly to the controller.
This mode is useful for adjusting the PID filter coefficients or checking card
status. Consult your Galil operations manual and command reference for more
Information on the Galil command set. To send commands to the controller Type
the command in the enter command box and click on the send command button.
The controller response will appear in the controller response box.
The Exit command button will return the user to the main menu.

Boxes

Enter Command Box User types in Galil command

Controller Response Box Message from controller

Command Buttons
Accessible via the mouse

SEND Send command to the Galil controller

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EXIT Return to the main menu

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CALIBRATE MODE

The calibrate mode was mentioned earlier in the manual under setup. It need be
run only after the software has been installed or reinstalled. Once the calibration
parameter has been found it is automatically stored in a configuration file called
config.jra You may wish to make a backup copy of this file since it contains your
machine Configuration parameters. Click on the OK command button to begin
calibration. Wait until the calibration value appears in the Cal Value box. The
calibration is now complete. You may now use the EXIT button to return to the
main menu.

Boxes

Cal Value Displays cal factor when process is complete

Command Buttons
Access via mouse

OK Begins calibration process which takes a few seconds

EXIT Returns to main menu

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CONFIG MODE

The configure menu allows the user to change parameters for the setup of the
machine. These values are stored in a file called config.jra. You may wish to
make a backup copy of this file once your machine is properly setup. This menu
is self explanatory. Type the new value in the white box under the input new
values Column. You must first set the cursor by using the mouse to set the
cursor in the parameter box you wish to change. The new setting will be updated
when the Apply command button is activated.

Box Description
Accessible via mouse and
keyboard

Base address Base address of controller from windows terminal

registry

Rapid Rapid rate in inches per minute

Feed Max feed rate in inches per minute

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Corner Corner feed rate in encoder counts/sec

Corner Angle Relative change in angle to cause a corner slowdown

Enccpi X Encoder counts per inch X axis (integer value only )

Enccpi Y Encoder counts per inch Y axis ( integer value only )

Enccpi Z Encoder counts per inch Z axis ( integer value only )

Bus Type Not user definable

Tool Chg with PLC Switches tool change with PLC ON or OFF if avail

Inch or Metric Selects inch or metric default units (If metric Enccpix
Enccpiy,Enccpiz, Feed and Rapid values must be in mm units)

Spindle Axis On Galil cards with more than 3 axis the additional
Axis may be used to control spindle speed. Enter the
letter designating the axis to be used . W on a 4 axis
card, E or W on a 5 axis card P for our Printer port
Spindle speed controllers

Max Spindle Speed Maximum spindle speed in rpm

Spindle Speed Enter ON or OFF to enable or disable spindle axis

*Default is off

Printer Port Address Enter the decimal address for the printer port the
Spindle Speed control box is connected to.

Rotary Axis Settings ( optional) settings for 4th axis indexing

Note. The rapid rate for the 4th axis is set

Via the Galil SP command for the axis selected
The acceleration and deceleration for this axis
Are set via the AC and DC settings. Consult your
Galil manual for more information.

Select Galil Axis Sets which axis to use for rotary axis usually W
But depends on how many axes available. Consult
The Galil manual.
Counts per degree Number of encoder counts or steps per degree for 4th
axis.

A Axis ON/Off Disables or enables A axis . Enter ON or OFF

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Handwheel Settings Optional

Handwheel Axis Selects the encoder channel to use for the handwheel
This encoder axis must be unused.See the
handwheel section in this manual fore more
information on handwheel operation.

Encoder counts/rev Enter the encoder counts per revolution of the

handwheel. This is the number of encoder lines times
4.

Command Buttons
Accessible via mouse and keyboard

Apply Change value to new input value

Exit Exit to main menu

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HOME MODE

Home X axis
Runs axis at the homing speed designated by the Galil (SP) command
until the appropriate limit switch is encountered. After reaching the limit
the axis position is zeroed .This speed should typically be set very low to
insure accurate homing and the axis started an inch or less off of the limit.
The axis direction for homing must be set appropriately.
Make sure the axis is off the limit before homing !

Home Y axis
Runs axis at the homing speed designated by the Galil (SP) command
until the appropriate limit switch is encountered. After reaching the limit
the axis position is zeroed.This speed should typically be set very low to
insure accurate homing and the axis started an inch or less off of the limit.
The axis direction for homing must be set appropriately.
Make sure the axis is off the limit before homing !

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Home Z axis
Runs axis at the homing speed designated by the Galil (SP) command
until the appropriate limit switch is encountered. After reaching the limit
the axis position is zeroed .This speed should typically be set very low to
insure accurate homing and the axis started an inch or less off of the limit.
The axis direction for homing must be set appropriately. For the card.
Make sure the axis is off the limit before homing !

Homing is not currently supported on the A axis

Home All
Homes each axis per above in sequence starting with the Z axis then Y
axis then X axis. All axes are zeroed at completion.

Abort
Aborts homing sequence and stops axis.

Note
Axis homing direction is determined by the initial state of the home limit
switch for a given axis. To reverse the homing direction, simply switch the
N.O or N.C. contacts on the home limit switch. For this reason it is also
important to begin homing with the axis off of the limit or the homing
direction will be reversed.

Exit to main Menu

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DIAGNOSTIC MODE

Encoder Counts

Real time encoder readout for all axes. Assists in tuning of servo motors and
checking encoder counts per inch setting.

Home Switch Status

Displays real time switch status. Red LED indicates open switch. Green LED
indicates closed switch condition.

Output Status

Displays real time Aux output status for 8 the Galil digital outputs. Green LED
indicates logic high ( output on ). Red indicates logic low ( output off ). These
outputs may be turned on /off via the appropriate mcodes in the users cnc
program or using the pushbuttons in auto or MDI modes. They may also be
controlled via a PLC program for tool changers and other uses such as the
control of coolant pumps spindles clamps etc. See the section on Mcodes for

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auxiliary outputs for more information. This information is useful for debugging
PLC programs.

Input Status

Displays the real time auxiliary input status of the 8 Galil digital inputs. Green
indicates a logic high condition and red a logic low condition. These inputs are
available from the Galil ICM1900/2900 boards and from the JRA breakout
boards. The inputs would typically connected to switches. This screen allows
users to determine switch status at a glance. It is also useful in debugging PLC
programs.

Output Byte

Decimal representation of 8 bit data of outputs

Input Byte

Decimal representation of 8 bit data of inputs

Spindle Voltage
Shows current voltage output to the spindle axis if enabled

Spindle Speed
Shows spindle rpm corresponding to output voltage This speed is determined by
The voltage and max spindle rpm setting in the configuration menu.

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Conversational Add-ons (Optional)
The conversational routines allow users with no cnc programming experience to
easily and quickly create toolpaths for common shop operations. The screens
contain a list of parameters which define the operation desired. The user inputs
the appropriate parameters and a cnc file is automatically created by WinGcnc.
The file name is chosen by the user and stored and may then be run in Auto
mode as any other cnc file is run. It may also be edited in Notepad or Word pad.
Using these routines to generate pockets ,contours and hole patterns at the
machine without programming or using your CAM program is a powerful feature.
Several routines compensate for cutter diameter and allow for selection of finish
stock for removal as well as climb milling for finish cuts and Z axis ramping.

Bolt Circle Routine

The bolt circle routine drills a series of holes around a given bolt circle diameter.
The center of the bolt circle hole may optionally be drilled. Either peck drilling or
standard drilling may be selected All coordinates are absolute unless otherwise
specified. The routine assume the top of the hole is at Z0. Click create file to
generate toolpath. The path may then be run in Auto mode .Files are found in the
default directory of WinGcnc.

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File name Enter Name of the cnc file no extension

Start Angle Number of degrees from the horizontal ( y axis ) to the hole
center

Num of holes Total number of holes in on the bolt circle

BCIR DIAM Bolt circle Diameter

Center X X coordinate of hole center ( absolute )

Center Y Y coordinate of hole center ( absolute )

Feedrate Feed rate of Z axis during drilling

Depth Z axis depth of hole (absolute coordinates assumes top of

hole = Z0)

Z Retract Z up Position or retract position ( absolute coordinates )

Drill Diameter Drill diameter ( for file reference only)

Options

Peck Selects G83 Full retract peck Cycle with 0.100 pecks down
to depth when this option is checked.
Drill Center When checked the center of the bolt circle will be drilled

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Drill Grid

The drill grid routine drills a series of holes which are spaced by the x spacing / y
spacing parameters. The holes may use standard drilling or pecking cycles. The
top of the plate is assumed to be Z0 . All parameters are absolute coordinates
unless otherwise specified. Click create file to generate the toolpath. The path
may be run in Auto Mode. Files are found in the default directory of WinGcnc.

File Name Enter Name of the cnc file (no extension)

X Start Pos X axis coordinate of start hole

Y Axis Pos Y axis coordinate of start hole

X spacing X axis distance between holes

Y Spacing Y axis distance between holes

No. of X holes number of holes along X axis

No. of Y holes Number of holes along Y axis

Z Depth Z axis depth of hole ( absolute Coordinates assume

top of hole= Z0

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Depth Inc Increment of Z axis when using peck cycle

Feed Rate Feed rate of Z axis during drilling

Z Retract Z up Position or retract position( absolute

coordinates)

Drill DIAM. Drill diameter ( for file reference only)

OPTION

Drill Standard drill cycle when selected

Peck G83 Use full retract peck cycle when selected (G83)

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Contour

The contour mode allows the user to machine circular or rectangular paths. The
cutter diameter is compensated for in the tool path. The user must select which
piece he intends to save.( the inside slug or the outside hole) The designated
shape will be finished to the final size and climb milled for the best surface finish.
The finish cut will remove the specified amount of finish stock. The cutter will be
ramped down to the incremental depth on each pass on rectangular shapes. On
circular shapes the cutter will plunge to the incremental depth. The top of the
work piece is considered Z0 and all coordinates are absolute. Click “create file” to
create cnc toolpath. The path may then be run in Auto mode as usual .Files are
found in the default directory of WinGcnc.

File Name Enter Name of the cnc file ( no extension )

X Start X axis coordinate of lower left corner ( rectangle only)

Y Start Y axis coordinate of lower left corner (rectangle only)

X Distance X axis distance between holes ( rectangle only )

Y Distance Y axis distance between holes ( rectangle only )

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Diameter Diameter of circle ( OD or ID) (circle only )

X Center X axis coordinate of circle center ( circle only )

Y Center Y axis coordinate of circle center ( circle only)

Depth Inc Downward Increment of Z axis

Total Depth Z axis depth of contour ( absolute Coordinates

assume top of contour = Z0

Feed Rate Feed rate for axes during roughing

Finish Feed Rate Feed rate axes during finishing

Plunge Feed Rate Feed rate Z axis during plunge

Finish cut Amount of stock to leave during finish cut

Z Retract Z up Position or retract position( absolute

coordinates)

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Pocket Routine

The pocket mode allows the user to machine circular or rectangular cavities. The
cutter diameter is compensated for in the tool path. The designated shape will be
finished to the final size and climb milled for the best surface finish. The finish cut
will remove the specified amount of finish stock. The cutter will plunge to the
incremental depth on each pass. It will zigzag on rectangular shapes. On circular
shapes the cutter will plunge to the incremental depth and will machine in circles
of decreasing diameter based on the stepover parameter. The top of the
workpiece is considered Z0 and all coordinates are absolute. Click create file to
create the cnc toolpath. The path may then be run in Auto mode as usual. Files
are found in the default directory of WinGcnc.

File Name Enter Name of the cnc file ( no extension )

X Start X axis coordinate of lower left corner ( rectangle only)

Y Start Y axis coordinate of lower left corner (rectangle only)

X End X axis coordinate of upper right corner ( rectangle

only )

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Y End Y axis coordinate of upper right corner ( rectangle
only )

Cutter Diameter Diameter of cutter

X Center X axis coordinate of circle center ( circle only )

Y Center Y axis coordinate of circle center ( circle only)

Diameter OD of circular pocket ( circle only )

Stepover Distance cutter moves over in zigzag or offset

Depth Inc Downward Increment of Z axis

Total Depth Z axis depth of contour ( absolute Coordinates

assume top of contour = Z0

Finish Stock Amount of stock to leave during finish cut

Feed Rate Feed rate for axes during roughing

Plunge Feed Rate Feed rate Z axis during plunge

Finish Feed Rate Feed rate axes during finishing

Z Retract Z Up Position or retract position( absolute

coordinates)

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Face Routine

The face routine is used to face or level the workpiece. The start point should be
the lower left corner of the workpiece. The endpoint will depend on the X length,
Y length and stepover values. The cutter path is a zigzag with the first move in
the positive X direction. Make sure the Y length divides evenly by the stepover.
Files are created by clicking the “Create File” button. The path may then be run in
Auto mode as usual. Files are found in the default directory of WinGcnc.

File Name Enter Name of the cnc file ( no extension )

X Start X axis coordinate of lower left corner ( absolute

coordinates )

Y Start Y axis coordinate of lower left corner ( absolute

coordinates)

X Length X Distance to travel at tool centerline

Y Length Y Distance to travel at tool centerline

Y Stepover Distance Y axis Steps over in zigzag pattern

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Cutter Diam Diameter of cutter ( reference only )

Feed Rate Feed rate for Facing

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Slot Routine

The slot routine allows the user to machine one or more slots without the need to
write a gcode program . The slots will be the same diameter as the cutter used.
There is no cutter compensation in this routine. The slots will be machined from
the start point to the end point. The cutter will ramp or plunge in Z depending on
the option selected. Each traverse from start to end point will descend the
incremental Z amount specified. The top of the plate is assumed to be Z0.
Multiple slots may be machined with X or Y offsets specified. Slots must be
specified with identical X axis values or identical Y axis values. Diagonal slots are
not allowed. Files are created by clicking the “create file” command button and
may then be run in Auto Mode. Files are found in the default directory.

File Name Enter Name of the cnc file ( no extension )

X Start X axis coordinate of slot start point(absolute

coordinates )

Y Start Y axis coordinate of slot start point (absolute

coordinates)

X End X axis coordinate of slot end point (absolute

coordinates )

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Y End Y axis coordinate of slot endpoint ( absolute
coordinates)

Z Increment Downward Increment of Z axis

Z Depth Z axis depth of slot ( absolute Coordinates assume

top of slot = Z0 )

Feed Rate Feed rate for axis during X or Y machining

Plunge Rate Feed rate of Z axis during plunge

No. of slots Number of slots in the offset direction

Offset X Distance between slots on X Axis

Offset Y Distance between slots on Y Axis

Cutter Diam Diameter of cutter ( reference only )

Z Retract Z Up Position or retract position (absolute

coordinates)

Options

Ramp Z Ramps Z from start point to end point descending

The specified Z increment depth on each pass to final
depth.

Plunge Z Plunges Z increment deep on each pass to final

depth

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DRO Routine
The DRO routine allows the cnc machine to be used as a manual mill using the
encoders on the motors to report the current axis position. This mode
automatically disables the motor command signal to the amplifier allowing the
axes to be moved by manually rotating a handwheel. A servo lock may also be
achieved by switching one or more axes ON. Upon exiting this routine the motor
command signals for all axes will be automatically enabled restoring proper servo
operation.

Command Buttons

Zero X Zeros current X axis position

Zero Y Zeros current Y axis position

Zero Z Zeros current Z axis position

X On Servo lock X axis on

Y On Servo lock Y axis on

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Z On Servo lock Z axis on

X Off Servo lock Off X axis

Y Off Servo lock Off Y axis

Z Off Servo lock Off Z axis

Inch Displays inch units

Metric Displays Metric units

Aux (See MDI or JOG Modes)

Spindle Speed ( See MDI or JOG Modes )

Spindle Override ( See MDI or JOG Modes )

Exit Exits routine and restores servo lock on all axes

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Handwheel Mode

Description

The Handwheel Mode allows the machine to be controlled via encoder signals
generated from a Digital handwheel . JRA offers a digital handwheel pendant.
(See the appendices at the end of this manual). In this mode the machine
mimics the motion of the handwheel. This is equivalent to turning a crank on a
manual machine with the added flexibility of being able to change gear ratios.
For example in X.1 mode one turn of the crank may be .010”. In X10 mode 1 turn
is 1 inch.

The handwheel is configured in the configuration menu. The handwheel assumes

.1 inches per rev in standard X1 mode. Any non used encoder axis may be
configured for handwheel operation. For instance, on a 3 axis machine when
using A Galil DMC 1842 4 axis card, the 4th axis motor command signal could be
used for spindle speed control and the 4th axis encoder signals may be used for
the handwheel axis. Similarly, if using a 3 axis 1700/1800 series controller one of
the auxilliary encoder axes may be used for the handwheel.

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Typically the higher the encoder resolution used the better. This provides
smoother motion in the X5 and X10 modes.

Command Buttons

Zero X Zeros current X axis position

Zero Y Zeros current Y axis position

Zero Z Zeros current Z axis position

Axis Select

X Select X axis

Y Select Y axis

Z Select Z axis

Handwheel Multipliers

X.1 Move selected axis .1 times normal increment

X1 Move selected axis normal increment

X5 Move selected axis 5 times normal increment

X10 Move selected axis 10 times normal increment

Mcodes

See other operating modes

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Appendix A
Please read this entire section carefully and refer to the cnc file examples
supplied with your software for proper file format. It is recommended that your
post processor be configured to generate G00 and G01 moves throughout your
program even for arcs and curves. The post should also be configured to
generate paths in inch units and with absolute coordinates instead of
incremental. Doing this will insure proper machine operation and eliminate
configuration headaches.

Start Position ( Very important information )

The very first move in the CNC file must be the start position .It must consist of a
3 axis move as illustrated below. If the machine is not at the start position it will
rapid to this position in a vector move. If the machine is at the start position no
motion will occur.

Example:

N10 G00 X0 Y0 Z0

The start position may be any x y z coordinate values

Format Rules

1 space must precede all letters except letters at the beginning of a line
1 Gcode or Mcode per line
Block numbers must begin with N but are optional
( indicates a comment line and will be ignored
Commands are modal except G02/G03

Command format (examples)

G00 ( rapid move example )

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 N100 G00 X5.123 Y3.234 Z4.125

N100 = block number (optional) increments with each line

G00 = Gcode command( see list ) must have space before and
after

X Y and Z coordinates must have space before letter

G01 ( feed move example )

N101 G01 X2 Y3 Z0 F10

F specifies feed rate in inches per minute

G02 ( CW circ interpolation move )

N102 G01 X4 Y6 F10

N103 G02 X6 Y8 I2 J0

N102 defines start point ( absolute coordinates only )

X6 Y8 defines EndPoint
I2 = incremental X distance from start Point to center
J0 = incremental Y distance from start point to center

This same format applies to G03 moves

G04 (Dwell)

N10 G04 P1

Where the number after P is the dwell in seconds from .1 to 1000

S Spindle Speed

Example:

S1000

This command should come after a G00 move and be on a line by itself

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Supported Mcodes

M02
Program end this must be the last line in a program

M06 T_
Tool change Mcode
Upon receiving this code the Z axis will automatically return to the Z0
position and await the next tool. Caution must be used not to perform a
G92 when using this command.

The tool length offset and work offset will go into effect when this code is
used. The number after the T designates the tool number. Make sure you
are familiar with proper machine operation before using this code.

M00 OP STOP
M08 aux1 high output for external control of devices
M09 aux 1 low output for external control of devices

M10 aux2 high

M11 aux2 low
M70 aux3 high
M71 aux3 low
M72 aux4 high
M73 aux4 low
M74 aux5 high
M75 aux5 low
M76 aux6 high
M77 aux6 low
M78 aux7 high
M79 aux7 low
M80 aux8 high
M81 aux8 low

Please consult your operating manual for your galil controller to determine
the terminal pin number for connection to the ICM 2900 or ICM 1900
interface boards.

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Supported GCODES

G00 RAPID
G01 FEED
G02 CIR INT CW Not supported in MDI
G03 CIR INT CCW Not supported in MDI
*G04 DWELL Not supported in MDI
G80 Peck Cycle cancel Not supported in MDI
G81 Spot drill Cycle Not supported in MDI
G83 Full retract Peck Cycle Not supported in MDI
G85 Boring Cycle Not supported in MDI
G70 INCH MODE
G71 METRIC MODE
G90 Absolute Coordinates
G91 Incremental Coordinates
G92 Reprogram part zero MDI MODE ONLY
S SPINDLE SPEED

* Under development

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Appendix C

Canned cycles

The Canned cycles allow maximum flexibility in repetitive production drilling and
boring applications. A predefined header which describes the cycle is designated
by a special gcode G81,G83 or G85. After this has been defined the user simply
Inputs hole locations into the program and the predefined peck or drill cycle is
automatically executed at every hole location. To terminate the canned cycle the
G80 code is issued.

G81 (Spot Drill Cycle)

Format

G81 X___ Y___ R1_ R2_ R3_ F_

X__ Y__
X__ Y__

G80
M02

First remember to input the start position

The x y coordinate after the G81 command gives the location of the first hole to
be drilled

R1 The number after R1 designates the absolute position of the top of the hole
R2 Z axis position of the drill return
R3 z axis depth of hole ( incremental no minus sign )

Example

N10 G00 X5 Y10 Z1

N20 G81 X6 Y9 R10 R2.1 R3.5 F1
N30 X3 Y6
N40 X4 Y7
N50 X1 Y1
N60 G80
N70 G00 X0 Y0
N80 M02

This program will drill 4 holes .5 inches deep returning the drill .1 inches above
the plate at a 1 inch/min feedrate.

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G83 Full Retract Peck Cycle

Drills and pecks holes and brings drill all the way out of the hole between each
peck to allow the chips to clear.

Format

Start position
G83 X_ Y_ R1_ R3_R4_R5_ F_
X_ Y_
G80
M02

R1 The number after R1 designates the absolute position of the top of the
hole
R3 z axis depth of first peck ( incremental no minus sign)
R4 Z axis depth of 2nd and subsequent pecks
R5 Number of pecks
F Feed rate in inches per minute

EXAMPLE
SEE THE PECK83.CNC PROGRAM INCLUDED WITH YOUR SOFTWARE
REMEMBER TO USE PROPER SPACING BETWEEN PARAMETERS

G00 X0 Y0 Z0 START POSITION

N20 G83 X6 Y9 R10 R3.5 R4.2 R53 F10
N30 X1 Y1
N40 X5 Y6
N50 X7
N60 X8
N70 X9
N80 X10 Y10
N90 G80 CANCELS CYCLE
N100 G00 Z1
N110 X0 Y0
N120 M02

SEE THE PECK85.CNC PROGRAM INCLUDED WITH YOUR SOFTWARE

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REMEMBER TO USE PROPER SPACING BETWEEN PARAMETERS

G85 Bore Cycle

Similar to a drill cycle but tool retracts at the feed rate instead of at the rapid rate

Format

Start position
G85 X_ Y_ R1_ R2_R3_ F_
X_ Y_
G80
M02

R1= Z axis position ( absolute ) for top of hole

R2 = Z axis position of drill return ( absolute )
R3= Z axis depth of hole incremental no minus sign
F = Feed rate in inches per minute

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Appendix D
PLC Operation and commands

The PLC uses a simple script language. No ladder logic programming knowledge
is necessary. The programs may be written using Notepad/Wordpad. The
commands are in red. Make sure you follow the correct format.

WinPLC COMMANDS

TURN ON/OFF AN OUTPUT

( On= High )

COMMAND ACTION

M08 LINE 1 ON
M09 LINE 1 OFF
M10 LINE 2 ON
M11 LINE 2 OFF
M70 LINE 3 ON
M71 LINE 3 OFF
M72 LINE 4 ON
M73 LINE 4 OFF
M74 LINE 5 ON
M75 LINE 5 OFF
M76 LINE 6 ON
M77 LINE 6 OFF
M78 LINE 7 ON
M79 LINE 7 OFF
M80 LINE 8 ON
M81 LINE 8 OFF

WAIT FOR SWITCH TO GO HIGH COMMANDS

WFSH1 WAIT FOR SWITCH HIGH SWITCH 1

WHSH2
WFSH3
WFSH4
WFSH5
WFSH6
WFSH7
WFSH8 WAIT FOR SWITCH HIGH SWITCH 8

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WAIT FOR SWITCH TO GO LOW COMMANDS

WFSL1 WAIT FOR SWITCH LOW SWITCH1

WFSL2
WFSL3
WFSL4
WFSL5
WFSL6
WFSL7
WFSL8 WAIT FOR SWITCH LOW SWITCH 8

WAIT FOR BINARY CODE ON SWITCHES

WFBCD(N) N FROM 0 - 255 (8 BIT DATA)

TRUE WHEN SWITCH CLOSES ( OUTPUT LOW)
IE. WFBCD1 PAUSES UNTIL INP1 GOES LOW ( SW1
CLOSES)
WFBCD3 PAUSES UNTIL INP1 AND INP2 ARE LOW
(SWITCHES 1 AND 2 ARE CLOSED)

P(S) PAUSE FOR S SECONDS S FROM .1 TO 60000

EOP END OF PROGRAM

EXAMPLES

RULES

ONLY ONE COMMAND PER LINE

COMMANDS EXECUTED IN SEQUENCE
Execution time about 5ms
FILE NAMES MUST END IN .SLC AND MUST BE OF (M06 Tn) VARIETY OR
Files must reside in the GCNCJOG directory MLCn

WHERE n IS THE PROGRAM NUMBER or TOOL NUMBER IN THE CASE OF

AN M06 AND IT'S RANGE IS 1-40

M06 .SLC FILES WILL EXECUTE ON TOOL CHANGE WHEN APPEARING IN

CNC PROGRAM
MLC(n).SLC FILES WILL EXECUTE WHEN MLC(n) APPEARS IN CNC
PROGRAM LIKE A NORMAL MCODE WOULD

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Example1

M06 T1.SLC (NAME OF PLC PROGRAM) CREATE IN NOTEPAD Remember

Spaces.

M06 T1 ( MCODE IN CNC PROGRAM WHICH CALLS THIS SUBPROGRAM )

PLC Program listing DO NOT PUT COMMENTS IN ACTUAL PROGRAM

COMMENTS

M11 ( TURN OFF CAM SOLENOID)

M08 ( TURN ON TURRET MOTOR )
P2 ( PAUSE FOR 2 SECONDS )
WFSL1 ( WAIT FOR SWITCH 1 TO GO LOW )
M10 ( TURN ON CAM SOLENOID )
M09 ( TURN OFF TURRET MOTOR )
EOP ( END OF PROGRAM )

Example2

MLC1.SLC (NAME OF PLC PROGRAM ) CREATE IN NOTEPAD

MLC1 ( MCODE IN CNC PROGRAM WHICH CALLS THIS SUBPROGRAM

( PLC program listing )

COMMENTS

M08 ( TURN ON AIR CYLINDER1 )

WFSL4 ( WAIT TIL END OF TRAVEL LIMIT SW4 GOES LOW)
M09 ( TURN OFF AIR CLYINDER 1 )
P4 ( WAIT 4 SECONDS )
EOP ( END OF PROGRAM )

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Running the PLC program

As mentioned earlier, the PLC program is run from within your gcode file while
the control is in the Auto Mode. The PLC program you have written will execute
when it is called from your gcode file. Upon completion of the PLC program , the
next gcode will be read and the cnc program will continue as normal.

ABORT PLC
In the event an error occurs in the plc program such as waiting for a limit switch
to go low when the switch is not connected, the PLC program may be aborted by
clicking on the ABORT PLC command button. The gcode file will then process as
normal. You can also use this feature to debug your plc program by aborting then
checking input and output status using the Diagnostic Mode.

Toolchange With PLC

If the toolchange with PLC is set to ON in the configuration menu, the following
will occur after a M06 Tn command is encountered in the Auto Mode

1. The Z axis will return to Z0 ( machine 0 )

2. The PLC routine for that tool number will execute

For example M06 T1 will run the PLC program M06 T1.SLC

3. After completion of the PLC program the gcode file will run as normal

If a length has been entered for the new tool then new tool length will be
compensated for automatically

Example of gcode file

G00 X0 Y0 Z0
M06 T1 CALLS M06 T1.SLC PROGRAM from previous example
G00 Z-.2
G01 X5 F20
Y5
X0
Y0
G00 Z0
M02

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Standard PLC

The PLC may also be used to control auxiliary devices by calling a single mcode
Which performs a variety of I/O operations such as turning on pumps and valves
and waiting for switches to activate. The PLC program is written as described
before and is called by using a single mcode instead of having to rewrite the
program of I/O events each time it is needed.

Example of gcode file

G00 X0 Y0 Z0
MLC1 CALLS MLC1.SLC PROGRAM from EARLIER example
G00 Z-.2
G01 X5 F20
Y5
X0
Y0
G00 Z0
M02

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JRA Digital Handwheel Pendant

Digital Hand Wheel Pendant (DHP-2)

Hand wheel Pendant Operation

The pendant will allow control of the machine without having to use the keyboard
or mouse. The rotary hand wheel is for use in hand wheel mode only and will
allow the machine to be moved via the hand wheel. The machine will exactly
mimic the hand wheel motion. Your Galil card must either be a 4 axis Econo
series card or a 3 axis Optima series card. The encoder setting for the hand
wheel must be entered in the Configure page of the WinGcnc software. The
travel multiplier keys determine the distance the machine will move per hand
wheel revolution. These keys are accessed via the hand wheel mode screen.
The X,Y and Z select keys on the pendant determine which axis to move.
Direction and speed of hand wheel rotation, will determine machine direction
and speed.

The Hand wheel pendant provides three pushbutton switches for CYCLE
START, PAUSE and RESUME and may be used in MDI and AUTO MODES.
Feed override is also include on the pendant to allow the user to remotely

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increase or decrease the feed rate in MDI and Auto modes. Each hit on either of
the feed override keys causes the feed rate to increase or decrease by 5%.
Holding this key down will not change the override value.

The Pendant emulates the keyboard. In other words hitting a particular button on
the pendant is the same as hitting the designated key on the keyboard. Electrical
isolation in the pendant box provides noise free operation at over 25 feet from the
keyboard.

System Components
1) Pendant
2) Pendant control box
3) Keyboard cable
4) DB25 cable
5) DB9 encoder cable (optional)

Connection To Your Computer

Turn of your computer
Connect the keyboard cable to the pendant box labeled To PC
Connect the other end of this cable to your PCs keyboard input
Connect the keyboard to the pendant box labeled Keyboard
Connect the DB25 cable to the pendant box and to the pendant
Plug the pendant box into an AC outlet
Connect the encoder signals from the DB9 connector on the rear of the
Box to the hand wheel encoder axis of your ICM 2900 or ICM 1900 breakout box
Power up your PC. You should now be able to control your machine via the
pendant

Caution
Keep the pendant box away from all magnetic fields

Button Descriptions

Cycle Start Starts program in Auto mode or Begins motion in MDI mode. Same as cycle start
key

Pause Same as Pause key from program

Resume Resumes motion after Pause has been hit

X Selects X axis in Jog mode or hand wheel mode

Y Selects Y axis in Jog Mode or hand wheel mode
Z Selects Z axis in Jog Mode or hand wheel mode

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 Continues motion after a manual tool change in Auto

OVR+ Each press increases feed rate in MDI and Jog Modes
“Stop” in continuous Jog mode

OVR- Each press decreases feed rate in MDI and Jog Modes
“Start” in continuous Jog Mode

Hand wheel Encoder Specifications

2000 line ( 8000 cpr in quadrature )
Differential output

Enter 8000 in configure mode in WinGcnc

DB9 Signal description

( connect to Galil ICM 2900 ICM 1900 auxiliary encoder axes )
Pin1 5v
Pin2 Gnd
Pin3 CHB(-)
Pin4 CHB(+)
Pin5 CHA(-)
Pin9 CHA(+)

Order number DHP-2

Price $525.00
Optional DB9 Connector
$15.00

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JRA Standard Pendant

Pendant Operation
The pendant will allow for some control of the machine without having to use the
keyboard or mouse. The majority of the keys are for use in Jog Mode. The three
large pushbutton switches are for CYCLE START, PAUSE and RESUME.
And may be used in MDI and AUTO MODES. Feed override is also include on
the pendant to allow the user to remotely increase or decrease the feed rate in
MDI and Jog modes.

The Pendant emulates the keyboard. In other words hitting a prticular button on
the pendant is the same as hitting the designated key on the keyboard. Electrical
isolation in the pendant box provides noise free operation. At over 25 feet from
the keyboard.

System Components

6) Pendant
7) Pendant control box
8) Wall transformer
9) Keyboard cable
10) DB25 cable

Connection To Your Computer

Turn of your computer

Connect the keyboard cable to the pendant box labeled To PC
Connect the othe end of this cable to your PCs keyboard input
Connect the keyboard to the pendant box labeled Keyboard
Connect the DB25 cable to the pendant box and to the pendant
Plug the power supply into the back of the pendant box
Plug the power supply into an AC outlet

Power up your PC. You should now be able to control your machine via the
pendant

Button Descriptions

Start Starts program in Auto mode or Begins motion in MDI mode. Same as cycle start
key

Pause Same as Pause key from program

Resume Resumes motion after Pause has been hit

X Select X axis in Jog mode

Y Selects Y axis in Jog Mode

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Z Selects Z axis in Jog Mode
+ Select (+ )direction in Jog Mode
- Selects (–) direction in Jog Mode
0.0001” Moves selected axis this amount in jog mode ( same as command button)
0.001” Moves selected axis this amount in jog mode ( same as command button)
0.010” Moves selected axis this amount in jog mode ( same as command button)
0.100” Moves selected axis this amount in jog mode ( same as command button)
1.000” Moves selected axis this amount in jog mode ( same as command button)

OVR+ Each press increases feedrate in MDI and Jog Modes

OVR- Each press decreases feedrate in MDI and Jog Modes

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