INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR DIGITAL READOUT

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR DIGITAL READOUT

MICROCOMPUTER

Measuring and control systems Via Assunta, 57 - 20054 - Nova Milanese (MILANO)

(+39 0362/366126 +39 0362/366876 *[email protected] www.givimisure.it

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VISION 700 MICROCOMPUTER TABLE OF CONTENTS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY “CE” � 4 FOREWORD � 5 INSTALLATION � 6 DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS (STANDARD VERSION) � 7 DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS (PANEL MOUNTABLE VERSION) � 7 CONNECTION OF CONNECTORS � 8 KEY - MESSAGES AND SIGNALLING � 10 RETENTION OF DATA AND PROGRAMS � 13 USE OF STANDARD FUNCTIONS INVERSION OF COUNTING DIRECTION � 14 SCALE ZERO REFERENCE (rEF) � 15 SELF-TESTING � 16 ABSOLUTE/INCREMENTAL COUNT � 16 RESETTING/PRE-SETTING A DIMENSION � 17 MMS/INCHES CONVERSION � 19 WORKPIECE CENTER � 19 STORED DATA CLEARING F 0 EXE � 20 SETTING PRINTING LINE SPACINGS F 9 EXE � 21 CONSTANT PITCH F 26 EXE � 22 SUM FOR TWO AXES F 28 EXE � 23 LINEAR CORRECTION F 30 EXE � 25 NON-LINEAR CORRECTION (10 POINTS) F 31 EXE � 26 SCALE FACTOR F 32 EXE � 29 RADIUS/DIAMETER CONVERSION F 34 EXE � 30 VARIABLE RESOLUTION F 36 EXE � 31 SEXAGESIMAL DEGREE READING F 37 EXE � 32 CHANGING OF ANGULAR READING MODE F 38 EXE � 33 CALCULATING THE TAPER LCD F 44 EXE � 34 AUTOMATICALLY CALCULATING THE TAPER LCD F 46 EXE � 35 CALCULATING THREADS LCD F 48 EXE � 36 CALCULATING THE WEIGHTS OF MATERIALS LCD F 50 EXE � 37 CALCULATING THE TIP SPEED LCD F 52 EXE � 38 CALCULATING THE ANGULAR SPEED LCD F 54 EXE � 39 AUTOMATICALLY QUOTA SENDING ENABLING F 55 EXE � 40 CIRCULAR FLANGE F 64 EXE � 41 SPECIAL CIRCULAR FLANGE F 66 EXE � 42

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USE OF STANDARD FUNCTIONS INCLINED CONSTANT PITCH F 68 EXE � 44 ZERO APPROACHING ALERT F 69 EXE � 46 PROGRAMMING THE MEMORY BLOCKS F 70 EXE � 47 CENTRE OF A CIRCUMFERENCE F 72 EXE � 51 SPECULAR IMAGE F 74 EXE � 52 SCALE VALUE SET F 78 EXE � 52 AXIS SPEED DISPLAYING LCD F 80 EXE � 53 INCLINED CONSTANT PITCH LCD F 81 EXE � 44 DISPLAYING RECALLED TOOL LCD F 82 EXE � 54 DEVICE DIAGNOSTIC F 89 EXE � 55 DISPLAYING W AXIS F Z � 57 100 TOOL OFFSETS STO � 58 100 ORIGINS OF THE AXES F REF � 59 RECALL OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS (F1-F6) F nn Fn � 60 SETTING THE TYPE OF SPINDLE ROTATION SPEED F 98718 EXE � 61 SELECTING A LANGUAGE LCD F 98762 EXE � 63 CALCULATOR CAL. � 64 RS-232 SERIAL OUTPUT � 65 OPTIONS AUXILIARY LCD DISPLAY � 66 MISCELLANEOUS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS � 67 WARRANTY CONDITIONS � 68 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS REQUIRED BY CUSTOMER � 69 NOTES � 71

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

The Manufacturer: GIVI MISURE SRL Address: VIA ASSUNTA, 57 - 20054 NOVA MILANESE (MI) ITALY Declares that the product: DIGITAL READOUT MOD. Model: VISION 700 conforms to the following EC regulations including the latest modifications and to relative national legislation:

• LOW VOLTAGE Directive 2006/95/EC and MARKING Directive

98/37/EC (Enclosure III) • ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY Directive 2004/108/EC

and the following harmonised rules have been applied: EN 61010-1 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control,

and laboratory use EN 60529 Degrees of Protection Provided by Enclosures (IP Code) EN 61000-6-3 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6.3: Generic standards EN 55011 Radio-frequency disturbance (ISM) EN 55022 Radio-frequency disturbance (ITE) EN 61000-6-2 Immunity for industrial environments EN 61000-4-2 Electrostatic discharges EN 61000-4-3 Radio-frequency radiated fields EN 61000-4-4 Electrical fast transients/burst EN 61000-4-6 Conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency fields YEAR OF AFFIXING OF LABELLING: 95 PIERLUIGI GUERRA Chairman

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FOREWORD GIVI MISURE would like to thank you for purchasing the programmable digital readout

MICROCOMPUTER

and to confirm that you have made an excellent choice. Thanks to a powerful micro-controller, this instrument is fully programmable via the keypad. This means that VISION can be optimised with a number of specific functions for any type of machine-tool.

Disposal of old electrical & electronic equipment (WEEE) European Council Directive (2002/96/EC)

The use of the WEEE Symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help protect the environment. For more detailed information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local authority, your household waste disposal service provider or the retailer where you purchased the product.

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INSTALLATION

W A R N I N G !

Do not switch on the instrument unless the machine conforms 98/37/EC regulations. The installation of the instrument must be carried out by authorised skilled staff who will follow the regulations stated by the Manufacturer.

EARTHING The instrument is connected to earth by means of the power supply

connector. In order to avoid discharges it is advisable to use an earthed socket. If the instrument is not connected or is improperly connected to earth, all the accessible parts, including those which may appear to be protected, may generate electrical discharges. Under no circumstances is it possible to access the inside of the instrument when it is powered from the mains power supply or by other power-supply devices.

PROTECTION According to power supply:

q 230 Vac - 50/60 Hz or 110 Vac 60 Hz by fuse located on the rear panel (use only delayed-action fuses, φ 5 x 20 mm, 500 mA 250 V).

q 24 Vac 50/60 Hz by an automatic brake circuit (self-restoring), in case of overcurrent, short circuit and so on.

PREVENTION In order to avoid the possibility of fires or explosions, this

instrument may not be used in the presence of inflammable gases, solvents, explosives, etc.

REAR This may be removed exclusively by specialised personnel, and in PANEL any case after disconnecting the instrument from the mains power supply (it is not sufficient to place the switch in the OFF position). INSTALLATION Install the measuring scales (or rotary encoders) in accordance

with the Manufacturer’s instructions. Connect the Axis connectors to the corresponding inputs (X,Y and Z) on the instrument. Connect the power supply cable and then switch on the instrument (key-type switch on the rear).

IMPORTANT NOTE: The instrument is protected against incorrect information caused by uncertain situations (due, for example, to sudden or momentary mains voltage drops). In these cases, in order to inform the operator that an accidental upset of this type has occurred, when the instrument is switched on again, it prompts the operator to find the scale zero (rEF).

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DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS (STANDARD VERSION)

DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS (PANEL MOUNTABLE VERSION)

HOW TO PREPARE THE PANEL

Panel thickness reference : 2 ÷ 5 mm.

HOW TO ASSEMBLE IT

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CONNECTION OF CONNECTORS

SERIAL IN1 / IN2 / IN3 / IN4

Reference number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 SERIAL Signal / RX TX / GND / / / /

Reference number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 IN1-IN4

Signal B / Z A / / V+ GND SHD

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VISION – PC CONNECTIONS VISION – SERIAL PRINTER CONNECTIONS CONNECTOR (RS-232) TO VISION CONNECTION CABLE

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KEY - MESSAGES AND SIGNALLING In the manual, the following graphic (or numerical) symbols are used to indicate :

X, Zo OR Z AXIS KEYS

KEY FOR RESETTING THE CORRESPONDING AXIS.

OR CLEAR THE OPERATION

1 3 3 . 0 5

DIGIT TO BE ENTERED VIA THE NUMERICAL KEYPAD.

KEY FOR ALGEBRAIC SIGNS. USED IN SOME CASES TO

“CHANGE THE PROMPT”.

TO CONFIRM THE SELECTION

KEY USED TO “CHANGE THE PROMPT” DURING OPERATION OF SELECTION DATA.

SPECIAL FUNCTION KEY. THE INTERNAL INDICATION

SHOWS THE FUNCTION .

SPECIAL FUNCTION KEY. THE INTERNAL INDICATION

SHOWS THE FUNCTION .

STORE / RECALL AND SHOW MEMORY PROGRAMS.

FUNCION CODE KEY (USE BY NUMERIC CODE).

PROGRAM KEY TO RECALL FUNCTIONS.

TO RECALL CALCULATOR FUNCTION.

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FUNCTION KEYS (CALCULATOR)

FUNCTION KEYS (CALCULATOR)

MEMORY KEYS (CALCULATOR)

® FLASHING AXIS LED � STEADY AXIS LED The instrument provides a series of acoustic and visual signals to indicate the succession of the settings. Every time a key is pressed, a “short” sound of a buzzer is heard, while messages consisting of wordings or numbers appear on the display depending on the type of setting made (see manual). Finally, the Axis LED underlines the activation of the axes or that they have been set to perform (or to have performed) a given function. If the LED flashes, the function is in progress, while if it is steadily lit (or if it extinguishes), the function has been completed and performed. In the event of incorrect entries, an acoustic alarm consisting of a “long” buzzer signal will occur, accompanied by a visual alarm consisting of the following message:

E r r o r This appears momentarily on the display in order to inform the operator that he has pressed a key which is not compatible with the operation being carried out. In the event of “overflow” errors, which occurs if measurements having a number of digits greater than the counting capacity of the instrument are entered, the error is indicated on the display as follows : To exit from this type of situation, see page 17

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Some bad condition uses are shown by a numerical message For example :

E r r o r 20

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Message list error: Error ref.

N. Description

10 Start researching reference positions (rEF) 11 Axis set up not in “Linear” reading mode 12 Axis set up not in “Angular” reading mode 20 Function not allowed 21 Key button not programmed 22 Program not allowed 23 Memory end 28 Algebraic sum entered 80 LCD display required 81 Sum of two axes required 90 Internal fault (service required) E0 Wrong configuration (service required)

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RETENTION OF DATA AND PROGRAMS Program setting of VISION is carried out beforehand by the Manufacturer, who is aware of the access codes and of the procedures (configuration). The user can then enter the settings required for using it. All the information is permanently stored, and can only be changed voluntarily, by re-entering it. The instrument is also able to “remember” the last piece of data acquired, when the power supply is switched off.

In addition to the information referred to above, the following will also be retained: A) The selected unit of measurement (MM/INCH). B) Confirmed function settings, with the exception of the scale

factor and variable resolution. C) The last Axis counting position, and any messages (not of the

transient type) indicating abnormal situations, such as :

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ To clear all the “operational” settings entered (resetting of counters, origins of the Axes, tool offsets, etc.) see function “F0” IMPORTANT Either the instrument is in the ABS or the INC mode, it is unable to

consider any shifting of the Carriages (due to inertia, manual repositioning or thermal expansion) when there is no power supply. If this occurs, the measurements indicated on the display will no longer be reliable, since they will be unable to show the new position of the Carriages but only the one before the instrument switched off.

In order to avoid errors, which may be even considerable, the operator

must consider the opportunity of relating the ABS/INC counting mode to the scale zero reference (rEF). He will link to rEF all those functions which he intends to use and which require this condition, as specified in the descriptions related to the single functions (it is recommended that these descriptions are carefully read).

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INVERSION OF COUNTING DIRECTION Switch on the instrument and wait for the end of the self-test cycle. The displays remain on and show the zero search (rEF). Press CLR to enable the Axes for counting. Move the Carriages by hand and decide which Axes need to be reversed (the direction in which they advance depends on the mode of application of the rulers, and is therefore random). EXAMPLE X AXIS = TO BE REVERSED Y AXIS = CORRECT Z AXIS = TO BE REVERSED PROGRAMMING THE AXES :

Key 98722

1 d i r - ®X

The LED of the X Axis will then start to flash. The position of the dash (-) is purely indicative.

press

(because it has to be reversed) 1 - d i r ®X

press

the selection is confirmed and the X axis has been reversed.

1 - d i r X Once the operation has been completed, the instrument automatically goes on to consider the next Axis (the LED of the Y Axis will start to flash). Since, based on the example, this does not have to be reversed :

press

2 d i r - Y

while for the Z Axis, which has

to be reversed: 3 d i r - ®Z

press

(because it has to be reversed) 3 - d i r ®Z

press

X X X. X X Z On pressing EXE to confirm the last entry, the programming mode will be exited (all the displays indicate dimensions). In the event of a wrong setting, press the CLR key and start from the beginning again.

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SCALE ZERO REFERENCE (rEF) The ruler zero reference (rEF) can be considered a precision micro-contact, generally located at the midpoint of the travel. Its position in relation to the geometrical trim of the machine is invariable in time, and can only “move” if the scale is disassembled (for servicing, maintenance or replacement), and re-assembled differently. In this case the operator will have to set the references again. When using scales with reference marks at coded distance, the research of rEF is completed after a travel of appr. 20 mm on the travel direction. Note: for a correct rearrangement of rEF position, on scales with reference marks at coded distance, it is important to properly set the counting way, according to the installation instruction. The zero rEF can be searched either in automatic mode, every time the instrument is switched on, or in manual mode: A) Automatically, every time there is a momentary or long-lasting interruption of

the mains power supply, either voluntary or otherwise, in order to avoid presenting the operator with incorrect numerical values (LAST POSITION), the instrument displays a prompt to the operator suggesting a new scale zero (rEF) search. This is the case, for example, in the event of a sudden power failure occurring while the Carriage is moving (since it would continue to move due to inertia), or movements due to thermal expansion (due, perhaps, to a temperature drop at night), or involuntary or accidental shifting (while cleaning the machine, for example). In this way, the operator is warned that there is a probable “risk situation”. He may decide to carry out a scale zero (rEF) search by passing the Carriages over the corresponding points, or else to cancel the scale zero by pressing CLR (this should be done in any case if the rulers do not have the ruler zero reference. In this case it is advisable to check the precision of the positions reached).

B) Every time the operator thinks that it is necessary, he can check the positions

reached by the Carriages by setting the scale zero (rEF) search manually on the Axes concerned (or on all the Axes). For example enter:

X and/or

Key

and/or

and/or

r E F ®Yand/or

Z The LEDs of the activated Axes flash and indicate that the instrument is ready for the scale zero (rEF) operation.

NOTES: Every time an Axis completes the ruler zero (rEF) search, it is automatically excluded

from this function so that it will not interfere with the other operating conditions. In any case, the instrument will not accept any settings until all the Axes have terminated the ruler zero (rEF) search, and will display an error message if any keys except CRL are pressed. The operator may then decide to proceed as follows:

A) to complete the zero search for all the Axes activated; B) to carry it out for the Axis concerned and cancel it for the remaining Axes; C) to cancel the search right away for all the Axes because it is considered superfluous.

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SELF-TESTING A general test of the instrument is carried out every time it is switched on, and the validity of the data stored in the memory is checked. If this is found to be reliable, while the function is being performed the following wording will appear on the display for a few seconds:

t E S t ®X

n o E r r o r ®X

ABSOLUTE/INCREMENTAL COUNT The LED of each Axis always signals the following: • AXIS LED ON = AXIS IN ABSOLUTE COUNT (ABS) MODE • AXIS LED OFF = AXIS IN INCREMENTAL COUNT (INC) MODE • AXIS LED WILL FLASH = FUNCTION BEING PERFORMED It is possible to switch either a single Axis or all the Axes from one counting mode to the other as follows : X and/or

key

and/or

and/or

1 2 3. 4 5 ®Yand/or

The LEDs of the activated Axes will flash Z

press

1 2 3. 4 5 �X The LED will light up (or extinguishes) and signal that the Axis is in ABS (or INC) mode. The counting system is managed by the instrument, which has a dual internal counter (ABS/INC) for each Axis. The information relating to the movement of the Axis updates both counters at the same time. The information entered by the operator, on the other hand, only affects the counter of the selected counting system. It goes without saying that if the ABS counter is reset at a given point of the travel (ORIGIN) and the INCREMENTAL counting mode is used (this is handier and more versatile to use), the operator can then carry out all the resetting, pre-selections, functions and so on required by the machining process, since he can return to the ABS count at any time to find out the “absolute” positions of the Carriages at that time and thus find the ORIGINS which had been set.

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RESETTING/PRE-SETTING A DIMENSION Regardless of the selected counting mode, ABS or INC, resetting of a datum is obtained by proceeding as follows : X and/or

Key

and/or

and/or

1 2 3. 4 5 ®Yand/or

The LEDs of the activated Axes will flash. Z X and/or

press

and the datum will be reset 0. 0 0 Yand/or

Z To enter a (pre-set) datum, for example 113.03, on the Y Axis:

Key 113.03

1 2 3. 4 5 ®Y

press

1 1 3. 0 3 Y If the same datum has to be entered for more than one Axis, for example 100.05 for both Axes X and Z, proceed as follows:

Key

100.05 1 0 0. 0 5 ®X and Z

press

and the datum will be reset 1 0 0. 0 5 X and Z ON EACH DISPLAY THE DATA CAN BE ENTERED:

a) without the decimal zero references which are not significant: 1250

1 2 5 0. 0 0

b) with a number of

relevant decimal digits:

1133.04

1 1 3 3. 0 4

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In any case, the data entered is rounded off:

- downwards: from 13.051 to 13.054 1 3. 0 5

- upwards: from 13.055 to 13.059 1 3. 0 6

c) With a total number of digits not exceeding the counting capacity of the instrument (7 digits with a sign and the decimal point) that means:

-999999.9 with decimal resolution -99999.99 with a resolution of hundredths -9999.999 with a resolution of thousandths Attempts to enter a higher number of digits will take to an “overflow” error. Let us suppose that the datum 123456.78 has to be entered for the Y Axis. We will proceed as follows:

Key 123456.78

E r r o r X

ACOUSTIC ALARM 1 2 3 4 5 6. 7 ®Y If we attempted to enter it in any case by pressing :

the datum would not be accepted (“overflow” error)

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Y It is possible to quit this situation correctly as follows:

Key

XXXXX.XX (correct datum)

XXXXX. XX Y or by resetting the Axis:

Key

0. 0 0 Y

d) With the negative algebraic sign entered during or on completion of the

datum entry (is understood the positive sign has been entered and in any case it is never shown on the axis display).

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MMS/INCHES CONVERSION Every time the following key is pressed the unit of measurement is switched from MM to INCHES or vice versa. Switching takes place instantaneously for all the Axes being counted. The selected unit of measurement is shown by the position of the LED lit on the keypad, and also by the position of the decimal points for the Axes being counted. If activation of the conversion is not compatible with the operational conditions of the instrument, pressing this key will cause an error message to be displayed. WORKPIECE CENTRE This function makes it easy to identify the centre between two points A and B of a workpiece being machined (distance between centres of holes, geometrical figures, sides of the workpiece, etc.). To perform the function, for example on the Y Axis, proceed as follows: A) Go to the first position, A, by moving the Carriage along the Zo Axis.

Let us suppose that in this position the display of the Y Axis indicates the dimension 30.00 (which it is not necessary to reset):

B) Key

3 0. 0 0 ®Y

Both the LED of the Y Axis and the LED of the ½ symbol will flash on the keypad. The auxiliary display will show the wording “WORKPIECE CENTRE”. C) Now go to the second position, B. Let us suppose that in this position the display of

the Y Axis shows the dimension 52.22

D) Key

or

1 1. 1 1 Y

The flashing LEDs will extinguish and a dimension will appear on the display of the

Zo Axis. This dimension is exactly half (rounded off, if necessary) of the path followed by the Carriage between the two positions A and B. It will be sufficient to move the Carriage as far as dimension “0.00” for it to be located exactly on the required midpoint.

NOTE: This function can only be carried out when the Axis concerned is set for

INCREMENTAL counting. Otherwise it is not completed by the calculation, as this would interfere with the ABSOLUTE count settings.

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F 0 STORED DATA CLEARING This function can be used to cancel the data entered by the operator, either globally or selectively. The instrument has placed them in 11 different storage areas.

Key

0

and, if required

The indications concerning the types of data stored in the memory areas will be displayed, together with the number corresponding to each area. If the keys indicated are pressed on the keypad of the instrument: 1: All the data stored is cancelled. 8: Rotation speed is deleted 2: The data concerning linear corrections

and scale factor corrections is cancelled and these are reset to a value of 1 (that is to say, no correction).

9: 10: 11:

Inclined constant pitch is deleted Circular flange is deleted. Special circular flange is deleted

3: Both the absolute and the incremental dimensions and references are cancelled.

4: The offsets are cancelled. 5: The origins are cancelled 6: The weight of materials is cancelled. 7: The constant pitch is cancelled.

Every time one of the numbers indicated above is pressed, the function will be carried out, while for the functions without a code it is necessary to enter EXE.

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F 9 SETTING PRINTING LINE SPACINGS When printing the labels (see SERIAL OUTPUT RS232), it is possible to set some spacings among the printing lines (max .19), for the correct position on the labels. To set the number of spacings, select function F 9.

Key

9

P r t. 0 X

press

To increase the number (0-19)

P r t. 1 X

press

To confirm the setting

5 7. 0 8 6 5 X

Printer example (4 spacings) :

= DIGITAL READOUT = AXIS X : 57 . 0865 AXIS Y : 10 . 8480 AXIS Z : - 7 . 0985 UNIT : INCH

-------------- 1 spacing --------------> -------------- 2 spacing --------------> -------------- 3 spacing --------------> -------------- 4 spacing -------------->


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F 26 CONSTANT PITCH This function is used to process workpieces having a constant machining pitch. Let us suppose, for example, that six holes having a pitch of 13.75 mm have to be drilled:

Key 26

O r i G. ®X

The instrument signals the operator to move the Carriages until the Origin of the 1st hole is reached.

Key

and enter the value of the pitch S t E P ®X

Key 13.75

and the X Axis display will be reset

0. 0 0 X

The instrument goes on to consider the other Axes. Enter the values or continue to press EXE until you return to the initial X Axis (the LED on the X-Axis display flashes). Make the first hole (the X-Axis display must indicate the dimension Zero. If this is not so, move the Carriages to Zero).

Key

The X display show the value - 1 3. 7 5 ®X

Follow the Zero with the Carriage and make the second hole Proceed as described until the workpiece has been completed. If it is not necessary to repeat the same operation on other workpieces, press CLR. If it is, press REF. The display will indicate the total value of the last position reached, that is to say: 13.75 x n° 5 pitches = 68.75 (return to Zero with the Carriage, enter X and start again) When working it is possible to reverse the pitch direction for each axis:

press

ex. inversion of X axis direction - CONSTANT PITCH - PITCH X: 1 ß

It must be remembered that: A) The counting direction must be the same as the direction of displacement (if

necessary, use +/- to reverse it while entering the pitch, that is to say: 13.75 +/- EXE).

B) Carrying out holes in succession does not lead to errors of the “cumulative” type, even if the positions have not been reached with great accuracy by the operator.

C) It is not possible to perform any other functions during this operation.

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F 28 SUM OF TWO AXES This function can be used to perform an algebraic sum of the movements of two Carriages moving in directions parallel one to each other: e.g. the main Carriage and the Tool Carriage of a lathe, the Upright and the Spindle of a miller, etc... If this function has been activated (decimal point flashing on the display being added up) the operator can “see” the true position of the tool. If, for example, one Carriage is moving forwards and the other is moving backwards by the same value, the count does not change (this is because the distance between the tool and the workpiece has not changed). The instrument is configured by the Manufacturers as required for the type of application. It will be possible in any case to reconfigure it (ask for the access codes and procedures) if different applications are required for use on other types of machines. On completion of the installation, check the following: AXIS INPUTS

(See rear panel)

X Y Z W

MACHINE INSTRUMENT

(In 1) (In 2) (In 3) (In 4)

AXES BEING ADDED ON DISPLAYS:

A ANY TYPE VI722IN LONG. TRANS. -- -- --

B ANY TYPE VI723IN LONG. Tool

Carriage Carriage -- --

C LATHE VI723TO TRANS. Tool Carriage Carriage -- Y

D MILLER VI733IN LONG. TRAS. VERT. -- --

E LATHE VI733TO TRANS. Carriage Tool Carriage -- Y

F MILLER VI733FR LONG. TRAS. VERT. -- --

G ANY TYPE VI734IN LONG. TRAS. VERT. Spindle Z

H MILLER VI734FV LONG. TRAS. VERT. Spindle Z

I MILLER VI734FT LONG. TRAS. VERT. Saddle Y

J BORING MACH. VI734AL LONG. TRAS. VERT. Spindle X

NOTES: 1. The Axes being added up are shown in boldface. The other configurations

cannot be added up since the type of application does not require this. 2. The Axes to be added up must have the same direction of counting, the same

scale factor values and the same increment/decrement percentages, while the linear correction factor may be different for each Axis.

The algebraic sum function may be disabled.

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To enable /disable the function, proceed as follows:

Key

28

A L G. S. yes ®X

press

To select A L G. S. no ®X

Key

and the function will be disabled 1 2 3. 4 5 X

The operational condition selected will be permanently stored until a new setting is entered (proceed as described again).

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F 30 LINEAR CORRECTION The machining errors which can be originated by geometrical defects of the machine-tool due to wear or to a lack of linearity of the guides, coupling clearances between the Carriage and the guide, badly distributed weights, and so on may even be considerable. If the errors are of the linear type, that is to say if they are proportional to the value of the displacement carried out, they can be offset by means of the linear correction function, The correction factor CF can be calculated by the operator using the following relationship:

MEASURED DIMENSION (measured with accuracy) CF = ------------------------------- RATED DIMENSION (according to the drawing)

Let us suppose that a machining operation has been carried out displacing the X Axis by 400.00 mm (reading on the X-Axis display) but that a machining error (either positive or negative) has been found. For example, when measured, the workpiece was found to be either longer or shorter than intended. That means: A) 400.20 mm the workpiece is longer, with an error of 200 µm B) 399.88 mm the workpiece is shorter, with an error of 120 µm in case A we will have 400.20 : 400.00 = 1.0005 (CF) in case B we will have 399.88 : 400.00 = 0.9997 (CF) To offset these errors:

key

30

1. 0 0 0 0 0 0 ®X

To enter the correction factor for X Axis:

enter 1.0005

1. 0 0 0 5 0 0 X

or key 0.9997

0. 9 9 9 7 0 0 X

All the displacements we carry out along the X Axis will be offset by the CF factor which has been entered. Then consider the remaining Axes, either confirming them by pressing EXE, or proceeding as above to activate them for the function. On completion, all the displays will be enabled for the counting. As an alternative, it is possible to make the movement and manually enter the real value of it; that way the value of CF will be automatically calculated by the device by use of F31 function with only one segment (non-linear correction – 10 points)

THE LINEAR CORRECTION FUNCTION HAS THE FOLLOWING FEATURES : A) IT IS STORED PERMANENTLY (IT BECOMES A MECHANICAL COMPONENT OF THE AXIS WHICH

HAS BEEN ACTIVATED). B) IT CAN ALWAYS BE MODIFIED FOR EACH SINGLE AXIS, BY ENTERING DIFFERENT CF VALUES. C) IT CAN BE DE-ACTIVATED, RETURNING TO THE TRUE DISPLACEMENT VALUE, BY ENTERING

THE VALUE OF CF = 1 OR BY CANCELLING THE SCALE FACTOR WITH THE FUNCTION F 0 (NO CORRECTION ENTERED, SEE PAGE 15).

D) IT CAN AFFECT ONE OR MORE AXES WITH THE SAME CF OR A DIFFERENT ONE FOR EACH AXIS. E) IT HAS PRIORITY OVER THE OTHER FUNCTIONS SUCH AS PRE-SET, RESET, ORIGINS, SCALE

FACTOR, ETC... THE CORRECTION MUST BE ENTERED BEFORE THE OTHER FUNCTIONS (WHICH

OTHERWISE WOULD BE MODIFIED).

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F 31 NON-LINEAR CORRECTION (10 POINTS) The machining errors which can be originated by geometrical defects of the machine-tool due to wear or to a lack of linearity of the guides, coupling clearances between the Carriage and the guide, badly distributed weights and so on may even be considerable. If the errors are of the linear type, but proportional only for some spaces to the value of the displacement carried out, they can be offset by means of the non-linear correction function. The different correction factors CF needed are automatically calculated on the basis of the positions which define the different segments (up to 10 segments), set by the operator. Let us suppose that we have checked the positions on the X axis movement (X axis display reading) and we have found a positive error if the machining operations are carried out between position 500 mm and 900 mm and a negative error if the machining operations are carried out between position 950 mm to 1350 mm. That means our machine has a defect on two segments, as it is shown below:

segment 1) mm 400.20 with an error of 200 µm segment 3) mm 399.88 with an error of 120 µm in segment 1 we have 400.20 : 400.00 = 1.0005 (CF) in segment 3 we have 399.88 : 400.00 = 0.9997 (CF) in segments 0, 2, 4 we have (CF) = 1.0000

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To enable this function, proceed as follows:

Key

31

S E G.C. no ®X

press

To select S E G.C. yes ®X

press

The display proceed to examine the next axis, i.e.:

S E G.C. no ®Y

Complete the selection on every axis of the readout (X,Y,Z and W). In order to program the initial point of each segment, proceed as follows:

press

During the selection of the current axis, ex. X 1 2 3 . 4 5 ®X

Place the axis in the initial

point of segments, “Point 0” (ex. 500 mm).

5 0 0 . 0 0 ®X

press

The display will reset

Place the axis in the final point of the current segment, “Point 1”.

In our case, make a

displacement of 40 mm. 4 0 0 . 0 0 ®X Then enter the real measured value of displacement

In our case the real value is:

400.20 mm. 4 0 0 . 2 0 ®X

press

The display will reset. Place the axis in the final point of the next segment.

5 0 . 0 0 ®X

Then enter the real measured value of displacement, or press EXE to confirm the displayed value.

In our case the displacement corresponds to the displayed value 5 0 . 0 0 ®X

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press


4 0 0 . 0 0 ®X

Enter the real measured value of displacement.

In our case the real value is:

399.88 mm. 3 9 9 . 8 8 ®X

press


0 . 0 0 ®X

or press

To quit the programming. S E G.C. yes ®X

Complete the selection on every axis of the readout (X,Y,Z and W).

Ø THE CORRECTION IS PERMANENTLY STORED (IT BECOMES A MECHANICAL COMPONENT OF THE AXIS WHICH HAS BEEN ACTIVATED) AND IS BOUND TO THE REFs.

Ø IN ORDER TO CORRECTLY OPERATE, IT IS ALWAYS NECESSARY TO MAKE THE SCALE REF SEARCH ON THE AXIS ON WHICH CORRECTION IS ENABLED.

Ø TO DISPLAY THE CURRENT CF ACCORDINO TO THE POSITION OF THE SCALE IN THE DIFFERENT SEGMENTS, IT IS POSSIBLE TO USE THE F30 WITHOUT ENTERING A NEW VALUE.

Ø WHEN F31 IS ENABLED, IT TAKES PRIORITY OVER F30, OTHERWISE IT USES THE PREVIOUSLY PROGRAMMED VALUE OF CF.

Ø LIKE THE LINEAR CORRECTION, IT TAKES PRIORITY OVER THE OTHER FUNCTIONS SUCH AS PRE-SET, RESET, ORIGINS, SCALE FACTOR, ETC...

Ø THE CORRECTION MUST BE ENTERED BEFORE THE OTHER FUNCTIONS (WHICH OTHERWISE WOULD BE MODIFIED).

Ø IT IS DISABLED BY ANNULLING THE FUNCTION OR BY RE-PROGRAMMING THE DIFFERENT POSITIONS ENTERING THE VALUE CF = 1 FOR ALL OF THEM.

Ø WHEN PROGRAMMING THE POSITIONS, THE RELEVANT AXIS MUST BE IN INCREMENTAL COUNTING MODE.

Ø F31 AND THE PROGRAMMING OF SEGMENTS IS RECALLABLE ONLY IF THE ALGEBRAIC SUM IS DISABLED (SEE FUNCTION F28). ONCE THE PROGRAMMING IS OVER, ALGEBRAIC SUM CAN BE REACTIVATED.

Ø ONCE THE BUTTON COR IS PRESSED, ALL THE OLD SEGMENTS ARE DELETED; SO IT IS SO NECESSARY TO COMPLETE IT.

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F 32 SCALE FACTOR This function can be used for making “work pieces” with a scale factor ScF defined by the operator. The following can be performed: • reduction scales 1 : 2.5 (ScF = 2.5) 1 : 4 (ScF = 4) etc... • enlargement scales 2 : 1 (ScF = 0.5) 4 : 1 (ScF = 0.25) etc... • % of increase (*) + 10% (ScF = 0.9) + 15% (ScF = 0.85) etc... • % of decrease (*) - 10% (ScF = 1.1) - 15% (ScF = 1.15) etc... (*) For determining the percentage of shortening or lengthening. The function can be entered and is active in both counting modes, ABS and INC. It is de-activated (return to a scale of 1 : 1) every time the instrument is switched off, although the scale does remain stored for quick reinstatement of the previous operating conditions. If an OFFSET is required, it must be set after entering the scale factor. This will prevent errors of interpretation (the OFFSET values entered earlier will be displaced by the same scale factor). To enter the function:

key

32

S c F no ®X

press

To select S c F yes ®X

press

the LCD will show the current value, e.g.: 1. 0 0 0 0 0 0 ®X

If we enter the reduction scale 1 : 2,5

key 2.5

1 2 3. 4 5 X

The function will be confirmed and the scale factor will be activated for all the Axes. Thus, it is not possible to activate it separately for each single Axis.

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F 34 RADIUS/DIAMETER CONVERSION This function can be used to select the type of reading required, for each single Axis:

key

34

r A d ®X

To change the type of reading:

press

To select ° d i A ®X

press

° d i A X

The selection will be confirmed and the instrument will go on automatically to consider the next Axis (the corresponding LED will start to flash). Proceed accordingly either by confirming or by changing and confirming the other Axes. After the last confirmation by pressing EXE, the displays will once more be enabled for counting. The type of reading is selected taking the following into consideration : A) RADIAL READING THE DISPLAY SHOWS THE SAME DISPLACEMENT VALUE

AS THE CARRIAGE. THIS IS THE MOST USUAL TYPE OF READING.

B) DIAMETRICAL READING THE DISPLAY SHOWS THE DOUBLE VALUE OF DISPLACEMENT OF THE CARRIAGE. THIS IS THE TYPE OF READING NORMALLY USED FOR THE TRANSVERSE MEASUREMENTS OF LATHES. THIS IS BECAUSE IF THE TOOL IS MOVED FORWARDS BY 1 mm, THE DIAMETER OF THE WORKPIECE WILL DECREASE BY 2 mms .

NOTES: 1. The unit of measurement can be switched from MM to INCHES and vice versa

in each of the reading mode selected. 2. A permanently lighted dot on the first digit (when the display is enabled for

counting) indicates that the Axis is in the diametrical reading mode. 3. Any earlier setting for the OFFSET or RELAY OUTPUT functions are

disabled, since they are altered by the type of reading selected. The positions of the references are, on the other hand, retained.

4. In instruments which operate by means of algebraic sums, the Axis being added to must be working in the same reading mode selected for the Axes to be added to it.

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F 36 VARIABLE RESOLUTION On the display, the instrument prompts the resolutions programmed by the Manufacturers (these correspond to the resolutions of the lines). If the type of machining (“roughing”, for example) can be facilitated by a “lower” resolution, the operator can decrease it by proceeding as follows:

Key

36

r 0. 0 0 ®X

press

r 0. 0 ®X Every time the key is pressed, the decimal point will be shifted towards the lower resolution, and pressing EXE will confirm the new value. The instrument then considers the remaining Axes (the LED of the concerned Axis will flash). Proceed as described to change or confirm the values. When switching the instrument on again, the resolution will be returned to its original value.

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F 37 SEXAGESIMAL DEGREE READING The angular reading expressed in sexagesimal degrees can be selected by using the function F 37.

Key

37

d M S no ®X

Press

To select d M S yes ®X

Press

To confirm the selection 0. 0 0. 0 0 X

On the axis displays which are set in angular reading you will see the degrees as follows: GGG.MM.SS The resolution depends on the number of pulses of the encoder used (PPR). NOTES:

1. The angular reading expressed in sexagesimal degrees is maintained permanently in memory.

2. To preset a new value, it is necessary to introduce the degree, press the decimal point and introduce minutes and seconds. The value introduced will be automatically fitted to the resolution currently used.

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F 38 CHANGE OF ANGULAR READING MODE On request, the instrument may be configured with one or more Axes operating in angular reading mode. The Axes concerned are linked to rotating encoders and a letter A is shown on the first digit of the display. The resolution depends on the number of pulses of the encoder used (PPR). The instrument, which knows the parameters, performs the exact calculation of the following formula: 360° and chooses, among the available resolutions, the one which is closest PPR x 4 to the calculated value

AVAILABLE RESOLUTIONS: 1°-0.5°-0.2°-0.1°-0.05°-0.02°-0.01°-0.005°-0.002°-0.001°

The highest possible resolution is 3.6 seconds of an arc (0.001°), which can be obtained using an encoder having a PPR of 90.000. Angular reading mode can be selected by the operator: A) Angle from 0° to 360° B) Angle from 0° to 180° in the POSITIVE FIELD and from -180° to 0° in the NEGATIVE FIELD To switch from one type of reading to another, the operator must proceed as follows:

Key

38

A n G. X

0 . 3 6 0 Y

press

To select - 1 8 0 . 1 8 0 Y

press

To confirm the selection 0. 0 0 X

NOTES: 1. The selection made will be stored permanently. 2. Not all the functions proper to the Axes can be performed in linear reading mode, that means:

MMS/INCHES - CONSTANT PITCH - ALGEBRAIC SUM - LINEAR CORRECTION - SCALE FACTOR - RADIUS/DIAMETER CONVERSION

3. All the other functions described in this manual are available. 4. The instrument will never enter into a state of “overflow” error, because the counting is reset after each full rotation (or half-rotation).

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F 44 CALCULATING THE TAPER

This function is used for calculating the taper of a workpiece whose diameters at both ends and their distance are known. Let us suppose, for example, that a workpiece with the following dimensions has to be machined: ø1 = 60 mm ø2 = 80 mm L = 190 mm Proceed as follows:

Key

44

MIN. DIAMETER

Enter ø1 by keying in

60

MAX. DIAMETER

Enter ø2 by keying in 80

LENGTH

Enter L by keying in 190

>> ANGLE <<

3.013 °

By tilting the truck by 3.013° the workpiece with the desired dimensions can be produced.

Press

key to quit the function. DIGITAL READOUT VISION 700

NOTE : This function is available only in Vision LCD version.

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F 46 AUTOMATICALLY CALCULATING THE TAPER

This function is used for calculating the taper of a workpiece already produced. By skimming around the minimum and the maximum diameter of the workpiece, the tool displays the angle of the taper. To perform the function:

Key

46

AUT. TAPER MIN. DIAMETER

Move the trucks and skim the tool around the minimum diameter of the workpiece.

Key

AUT. TAPER MAX. DIAMETER

Move the trucks and skim the tool around the maximum diameter of the workpiece.

Key

The auxiliary display shows the taper angle.

>> ANGLE << X.XXX °

Press the

key to exit from the function. DIGITAL READOUT VISION 700


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F 48 CALCULATING THREADS This function is used for calculating the parameters required to machine threads in both the metric system (ISO) and inches (WHITWORTH). Let us suppose, for example, that a thread has to be machined. Proceed as follows:

Key

48

SELECTED THREAD - ISO STANDARD

Press

key to change the system selected (ISO or WHITWORTH).

SELECTED THREAD - ISO STANDARD

Key

DIAMETER (mm) - ISO STANDARD

Enter the desired diameter, for example 6 mm.

Key 6

PITCH (mm) - ISO STANDARD

Enter the pitch of the thread, for example 1 mm.

Key 1

SCREW TOOLS RAD. 0.144338 mm

keep pressing

HOLE TOOL RAD. 0.072169 mm

to move through all the values required to machine the thread

HOLE INT. DIAM.

4.91747 mm

HOLE EXT. DIAM.

6.072169 mm

WEB DIAMETER

4.77313 mm

Press

key to quit the function. DIGITAL READOUT VISION 700


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F 50 CALCULATING THE WEIGHTS OF MATERIALS

With this function it is possible to calculate the weight of a workpiece. To perform this function, proceed as follows :

Key

50

SEL. MATERIAL - ALUMINIUM

Press

to select the type of material

SEL. MATERIAL - STEEL

Continue to enter the data requested by the instrument. On completing the operations, the display will indicate the weight of the material, expressed in kg. SELECTABLE MATERIALS AND GEOMETRICAL SHAPES : MATERIAL: Aluminium, steel, brass, bronze. GEOMETRICAL SHAPE: Round, square, hexagon, flat, round pipe, square pipe,

rectangular pipe. NOTE: it is possible to set the specific weight of any material (including alloys) :

Key

50

SEL. MATERIAL - ALUMINIUM

press

-WEIGHT MATERIAL -NEW DENSITY

Introduce the specific weight (for example 3.2) and confirm by pressing

Key 3.2

GEOMETRICAL SHAPE - ROUND

Proceed as described above until the weight of the piece is determined. To store in memory the specific weight, use the STO key, enter the number of program (from 0 to 9) and confirm it by pressing EXE .

To re-call, for example, the programme number 4, press in sequence the following:

F 50 EXE REC 4 EXE.

To check the data contained in the program, use the COR key.


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F 52 CALCULATING THE TIP SPEED This function is used for calculating the tip speed, once it is given the diameter of the workpiece and its speed of rotation expressed in revolutions/minute (RPM). Let us suppose, for example, that we wish to activate this function. Proceed as follows:

Key

52

ENTER RPM VALUE VISION 700

You will be prompted to enter the rotation speed of the workpiece. For example 50 revs/min.

Key 50

ENTER DIAMETER VISION 700

You will be prompted to enter the diameter of the work piece. For example 200 mm.

Key 200

SPEED (m/min) 31.416

31.416 m/min. is the tip speed of a workpiece with a diameter of 200 mm which rotates at a speed of 50 revs/min.

Press the

key to return to the tool normal operating mode.

DIGITAL READOUT VISION 700


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F 54 CALCULATING ANGULAR SPEED This function is used for calculating the angular speed, once it is given the diameter of the workpiece and the tip speed expressed in m/min. Let us suppose, for example, that we wish to activate this function. Proceed as follows:

Key

54

ENTER SPEED VALUE VISION 700

You will be prompted to enter the cutting speed in m/min recommended by the tool manufacturer. For example 70 m/min.

Key 70

ENTER DIAMETER VALUE

VISION 700

You will be prompted to enter the turning diameter to be performed. For example, 100 mm.

Key 100

SPEED (rpm) 222.817

222.817 is the result of the theoretical calculation made by the tool. The operator may choose the rotation speed of the spindle considering the mode in which the tool has been set to operate: INDEFINITE : It will select the closest available rotation speed to the calculated

theoretical one. CONTINUOUS : As above, with the exception of the speeds lower or higher than

those allowed (the tool indicates the limit values). DISCRETE : The tool will indicate the closest one to the theoretical

calculation, selecting it from all available previously set speeds. NOTE: For details on setting the tool in INDEFINITE / CONTINUOUS or

DISCRETE mode, see function F 98718.

Press

key to return to the tool normal operating mode.



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F 55 AUTOMATIC QUOTA SENDING ENABLING The function F 55 is used to enable the automatic sending of displayed quota on serial output.

Key

55

S E n d no ®X

press

To select S E n d yes ®X

press

To confirm the selection

5 7. 0 8 6 5

Data of ABS or INC quotas (for example X =57.0865, Y=10.8480, Z= -7.0985) are sent every 0.4 seconds in ASCII mode and have the following format (9 data character + 2 control character) “ 57.0865” + CR + LF “ 10.8480” + CR + LF “ -7.0985” + CR + LF

where CR means = CARRIAGE RETURN (0Dh) LF means = LINE FEED (0Ah)

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F 64 CIRCULAR FLANGE This function can be used to make a series of holes arranged on a circumference. Let us suppose, for example, that it is necessary to make 4 holes arranged on a diameter of 100 mm.

Key

64

C E n t E r ®X

The instrument will indicate that the Carriages have to be moved until they reach the centre of the circumference

Key

d i A M E t E r ®X

Enter a value of piece diameter. For example 100 mm.

Key 100

S t. A n G ®X

Enter a value of initial angle (degrees and hundredths of a degree). For example 0°.

Key 0

n r. P n t. ®X

Enter a value of numbers of holes. For example 4.

Key 4

- 5 0. 0 0 ®X

0. 0 0 ®Y At this point, the program has been completed. To store it in memory location 0 (the locations are numbered from 0 to 9) proceed as follows:

Key

0

F L G 0 ®X

THE COUNTING DISPLAYS WILL INDICATE X -50,00 Y 0,00. Follow the zero with the Carriages and drill the first hole. Proceed as above until the workpiece has been finished. If it is not necessary to repeat the process on other workpieces, press CRL. Otherwise, press EXE. NOTE: To recall a previously set program, proceed as follows:

Key

64

F L G 0 ®X

Key

and

To check the data of the program

DIAMETER 100 mm

press

To start a machining operation

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F 66 SPECIAL CIRCULAR FLANGE This function can be used to drill a series of holes arranged along an arc of a circumference. Let us suppose, for example, that three holes have to be drilled.

Key

66

C E n t E r ®X

The instrument indicates that the Carriages have to be moved until the centre of the circumference is reached.

Key

d i A M E t E r ®X

Enter a value of diameter. For example 100 mm.

Key 100

S t. A n G ®X

Enter a value of initial angle (degrees and hundredths of a degree). For example 0°.

Key 0

E n d. A n G ®X

Enter a value of ending angle (degrees and hundredths of a degree). For example 180°.

Key 180

n r. P n t. ®X

Enter a value of numbers of holes. For example 3.

Key 3

- 5 0. 0 0 ®X

0. 0 0 ®Y At this point the program has been completed. To store it in memory location 0 (the locations are numbered from 0 to 9), proceed as follows:

Key

0

F L G 0 ®X

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THE COUNTING DISPLAYS WILL INDICATE X -50,00 Y 0.00. Follow the zero with the Carriages and drill the first hole. Proceed as indicated until the workpiece has been completed. If it is not necessary to repeat the machining process for other workpieces, press CRL. Otherwise press EXE. NOTE: To recall a previously set program, proceed as follows:

Key

66

F L G 0 ®X

Key

And


DIAMETER 100 mm

press

to start working.

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F 68 INCLINED CONSTANT PITCH This function can be used to drill a series of holes with a constant pitch arranged along an axis that is inclined as compared to the X Axis (inclination is only possible as compared to X and Y Axes). Let us suppose, for example, that a series of holes has to be drilled.

Key 68

O r i G. ®X

The instrument will indicate that the Carriages have to be moved until the starting point is reached

Key

pitch on the X Axis S t E P ®X

Key 100

the X display resets 0. 0 0 X

Key

A n G. ®X

Enter a value of inclined angle (degrees and hundredths of a degree). For example 45°.

Key 45

0. 0 0 ®X At this point the program has been completed. To store it in memory location 0 (the locations are numbered from 0 to 9) proceed as follows:

Key

0

P r o G. 0 ®X

NOTE: To recall a previously set program proceed as follows:

Key

68

P r o G. 0 ®X

Key

and


AXIS X 100.00 mm

press

To start a machining operation

press

To start the first hole

- C.P. INCLINED - PITCH X: 1 à

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THE X AND Y DISPLAYS WILL INDICATE THE DIMENSIONS -70, 71. Follow the zero with the Carriages and drill the first hole. Proceed as indicated until the workpiece has been completed. If it is not necessary to repeat the machining process on other workpieces, press CTL, otherwise press REF. The displays will indicate the dimensions for reaching the starting point. During machining, it is possible to reverse the direction of the pitch of every single axis:

press

For example to reverse the direction of X axis

- C.P. INCLINED - PITCH X: 1 ß

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F 69 ZERO APPROACHING ALERT In order to make machining operations easier when the position to reach is the dimension “0” mm (or inches), it is possible to set an active window so that the tool signals the dimension zero is approaching. Let us suppose we want to set the following alert window:

X axis = 1.5 mm Y axis = 0 mm (no window)

press

69

0. 0 0 ®X The value set on X axis is displayed

press 1.5

1 2 3. 4 5 X X axis returns to displaying the position and we shift to examining the following axis. The value set on Y axis is displayed.

press 0

1 2 3. 4 5 Y Y axis returns to displaying the position and we shift to examining the following axis (Z axis) if the tool has 3 axes. All the displacements that we perform along the X axis will be signalled if the position reaches the active window set (ex. +/- 1.5mm). REMARKS

1. This function is operational on axes in linear reading mode only. 2. The window set on one axis is stored permanently. 3. In order to disable visual signalling on one or more axes, set a window to value = 0 4. Alert signalling consists of a flashing of the entire part of the dimension value

displayed on the axis and of a single beep alert every time you pass on the window. 5. When the zero dimension value is reached, the visual signalling ends.

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F 70 PROGRAMMING THE MEMORY BLOCKS This function allows to store up to 1000 memory blocks, containing the positions of axis (X,Y,Z), in incremental counting mode. If repetitive operations have to be carried out, it is possible to store a sequence of operations, with the purpose to recall it when needed.

Let us suppose the following machining operation has to be done:

Key

70

O r i G. ®X

The instrument highlights to move the carriages until the starting working point is reached. The corresponding axes are bound when using that function, so that it is possible to exclude those axes which are not involved in the operation, allowing them to be reset, preset, etc.

ex. press

To exclude it (led not blinking) 1 2 3. 4 5 Z

Move X and Y axes up to the starting point (ABS).

press

And enter the relevant memory number (ex. 10) S d M 1 0 ®X

press

To access the storing of memory blocks 0. 0 0 ®X

X and Y axes are set in incremental counting mode and on the value X =0.00 and Y= 0.00

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Move X and Y axes up to the point X = 15.00 and Y = 15.00 (point 1 of the working cycle).

press

To store the value of X and Y axes in memory no. 10 1 5. 0 0 ®X

1 5. 0 0 ®Y Move X and Y axes up to the point X = 15.00 and Y = 45.00 (point 2 of the working cycle).

press

To store the value of X and Y axes in memory no. 11 1 5. 0 0 ®X


press

To store the value of X and Y axes in memory no. 12

6 5. 0 0 ®X


press

To store the value of X and Y axes in memory no. 13

6 5. 0 0 ®X

1 5. 0 0 ®Y

Press

To quit the function 1 2 3. 4 5 X

That way a working program is created, stored in memory blocks 10-13, which can also be used in the future.

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When it is necessary to repeat a previously stored machining operation, place the workpiece and recall the execution of the starting memory (no. 10 in our case):

Key

70

O r i G. ®X

The instrument highlights to move the carriages until the starting working point is reached (ABS).

press

To exclude it (led not blinking) 1 2 3. 4 5 Z

Move accurately X and Y axes to the starting point (ABS).

press

And enter the number of memory to execute (ex. 10) S d M 1 0 ®X

press

To access the execution of memory blocks

X and Y axes are set in incremental counting mode and will display the value needed to reach the first point (memory no. 10)

- 1 5. 0 0 ®X

- 1 5. 0 0 ®Y Move X and Y axes up to the point X = 0.00 e Y = 0.00 (point 1) and drill the first hole.

press

To recall the position of X and Y in memory no. 11 0. 0 0 ®X

- 3 0. 0 0 ®Y Move X and Y axes up to the point X = 0.00 and Y = 0.00 (point 2) and drill the second hole.

press

To recall the position of X and Y in memory no. 12 - 5 0. 0 0 ®X

0. 0 0 ®Y

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Move X and Y axes up to the point X = 0.00 e Y = 0.00 (point 3) and drill the third hole.

press


- 3 0. 0 0 ®Y Move X and Y axes up to the point X = 0.00 e Y = 0,00 (point 4) and drill the fourth hole. To return to one of the previous holes (ex. from the position 4 to the position 3) :

press


- 3 0. 0 0 ®Y In order to repeat the same machining operation again, place a new workpiece:

press

Axes show the distance to reach point 1 5 0. 0 0 ®X

0. 0 0 ®Y Move X and Y axes up to the point X = 0.00 e Y = 0.00 (point 1) and drill the first hole. Go ahead with the following drills for all workpieces. After completing the workpieces:

Press

To quit the function 1 2 3. 4 5 X

NOTES: 1. It is possible to store memory blocks from 0 to 999. 2. In order to modify memory blocks, enter new positions when

programming. 3. It is not allowed to enter memory blocks inside a working program. If

necessary, store it again starting from a memory block not used yet. 4. It is not possible to eliminate all the blocks of a complete program. If

necessary, use those blocks for storing a new program.

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F 72 CENTRE OF A CIRCUMFERENCE This function can be used to find the CENTRE of a circle after touching three points on its circumference with the tool. Let us suppose, for example, that the centre of a circumference has to be found.

Key

72

- AUT. CIRCLE CALC. POINT 1

Move the Carriages until any point whatsoever of the circle has been touched.

press


Move the Carriages (min. 45°) until the second point has been touched.

Press


Move the Carriages (min. 45°) until the third point has been touched.

Press

The LCD display will show the following values of X (for example):

X CENTER QUOTA - 30.00 mm

Press

The LCD display will show the following values of Y (for example):

Y CENTER QUOTA - 27.35 mm

Move the Carriages and go to the position of said values X and Y.

Press

To quit the function DIGITAL READOUT VISION 700

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F 74 SPECULAR IMAGE This function can be used to reverse the sign of the co-ordinates of the: Constant Pitch, Inclined Constant Pitch, Relay Triggering Dimension programs. This function can only be carried out if these programs have been previously stored. To perform this function:

Key

74

n o r ®X

press

To select S P E C ®X

Key

S P E C X

That choice is confirmed and the instrument automatically switches to the following axis (the corresponding LED blinks). Then proceed to confirm or to change for each axis. After the last confirmation by EXE, the displays are again able to count. F 78 SCALE VALUE SET This function allows to display the scale value that has been set. Let us suppose that the scale factor has been set using F 32 EXE, etc. To enable the function, proceed as follows:

Key

78

S c F no ®X

press

To select S c F yes ®X

press


1 2 3. 4 5 X

The LCD will display the percentage increment or decrement of the value which has been set. For example, to reduce 1 : 2.5 the display will show:

SCALE VALUE DEC. 150.0000 %

NOTES : 1. This function is available only in Vision LCD version. 2. It is possible to access the calculator or another function even when

function F 78 has been activated. In this phase, the auxiliary display shows the function which has been set. Just press the CLR key to clear the function and display the percentage scale factor.

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F 80 AXIS SPEED DISPLAYING

This function makes it possible to show, on the LCD display, the translation speed of the Axis in motion. To enable the function, proceed as follows:

Key

80

S P d no ®X

press

To select S P d yes ®X

press


1 2 3. 4 5 X

The LCD display will show the Axis translation speed expressed in m/min.

X 0.000 Y 0.000 Z 0.000 m/min

NOTES:

1. This function is available only in Vision LCD version. 2. It is possible to access the calculator or another function even when function

F 80 is activated. In this phase, the auxiliary display shows the function which has been set. Just press the CLR key to clear the function and show the speed.

3. The function remains active even when the instrument is switched off. 4. If the function F 78 is selected, the LCD display will show the scaling factor

even when the function Axis speed has been activated. 5. Vision, in the 2-Axis model, does not include displaying of Z Axis.

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F 81 DISPLAY ORIGIN / TOOL This function allows to display the number of axis origins and the number of Tool Offsets recalled on LCD. To enable this function, proceed as follows:

Key

81

S E L no ®X

press

To select S E L yes ®X

press


1 2 3. 4 5 X

Ex. to indicate that Offset tool no. 8 has been recalled, the LCD display will show:

ORG = 0 TOOL = 8 VISION 700


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F 89 DEVICE DIAGNOSTIC This function allows to verify that some parts are correctly working: scales, keyboard, axis displays, axis leds, LCD display (optional). To enable the function, proceed as follows:

Key

89

1 2 3. 4 5

X

1) Test for scales This test allows to check the correct reading of the scales indicated by a blinking led on the axis. That check is allowed only on scales having reference marks at coded distance, at a maximum moving speed of 6 m/min. It is important to avoid performing any machining operation during the scale test, since the exceeding maximum speed may result in displacement errors. If a reading error is detected when moving (for instance due to some dirt), the following message will be displayed on X axis (ex. error on Z axis):

F A u L t 3 X The displayed number (1/2/3/4) corresponds to X,Y,Z and W axes respectively. That message is displayed at any further passage on the error area.

2) Keyboard Test

press

The code related to the button pressed will be displayed

C o d E 000 ®X Press all the buttons in sequence; a code corresponds to each axis, according to the following chart: Button Code Button Code Button Code Button Code Button Code

sin 001 mr 110 + 308 rec 504 f6 702 cos 002 4 201 - 310 cor 508 z 704 tan 004 5 202 0 401 ↓ 510 y 708 sqr 008 6 204 . 402 F 601 x 710 % 010 * 208 +/- 404 ref 602 f5 801 7 101 / 210 exe abs 604 f4 802 8 102 1 301 ↑ 410 mm 608 f3 804 9 104 2 302 cal 501 1/2 610 f2 808

ms 108 3 304 sto 502 clr f1 810

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example:

press

C o d E 404 ®X

press

C o d E 601 ®X

press

C o d E 502 ®X

3) Segments and leds switching on test

press

All display segments and leds will be switched on

·8 8.8.8.8.8.8.8. �X

4) Axis display test

press

Values “0123456789” will be displayed in sequence on the axis

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 X

5) Axis and keyboard leds test

press

Axis and keyboard leds will be switched on in sequence

®X

6) LCD display test (optional)

press

Some writings will be displayed in sequence on LCD

- - - TEST LCD - - - - - 2x16 DISPLAY - -

press

To quit the function DIGITAL READOUT VISION 700

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F Z DISPLAYING W AXIS The device allows the operator to display the fourth axis (W) on Z axis display. The visualization allows to switch between the two axes (Z and W) keeping the relevant quota (incremental and absolute) refreshed. For example: Z Axis = 10.00 W Axis = 35.50

press

3 5. 5 0. Z The value of W axis, identified by the turning on of the last decimal point, is now shown on Z axis display. To return to the standard visualization (Z axis) :

press

1 0. 0 0 Z NOTES :

1. Fourth axis could be used only in linear counting mode and could be set up with all typical settings (set, preset, abs/inc counting, etc.).

2. Fourth axis cannot be used with following functions (constant pitch, specular image, axis speed, etc.)

3. It is possible to show the fourth axis only when the axis coupling has been disabled on Z axis display.

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STO 100 TOOL OFFSETS This function (only with an incremental count) is used for storing up to 100 tools (0-99). The cutting position of each of them is associated with the rEF of the lines and is always traceable after a power failure. Let us suppose that we have to produce the following workpiece:

NOTE: To make explanation easier, let us consider Y axis and two tools only.

Execute the rEF search as described on page 15. With tool no. 4 skim or face the part moving the truck along the Y Axis and reset it (or preset it).

Key

t o o L 0 X

Key 4

t o o L 4 X

and the value for tool no. 4 is acquired. Change tool and skim the workpiece again. Reset (or preset) the Y axis.

Key

5

t o o L 5 X

and the value for tool no. 5 is acquired. Proceed in the same way for any other tool. Execute the machining procedure, recalling the tools, i.e.:

Key

4

t o o L 4 X

Move the truck to position 0.00 and continue machining. The OFFSETS can be recalled only if they have already been set. They are disabled to prevent errors when the operator changes the scale factor, linear correction or a basic configuration of the tool.

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100 ORIGINS OF THE AXES This function can be used (in the ABSOLUTE counting mode) to store up to 100 work starting positions (origin 0-99). These origins are related to the REF of the scales and can always be traced, even after a power outage. Let us suppose that several origin points have to be set and stored. Switch the counting system to ABSOLUTE (See. Page 16). Make a search for rEF and position the Carriages on the first work origin:

Key

1

O r G 1 X and enter the chosen origin number (for example 1). To recall previously stored origin points, proceed as follows:

Key

1

O r G 1 X and position the Carriages at dimension 0,00 and continue machining. In the event of a power failure, search rEF and continue as above.

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F1-F6 RECALL OF SPECIAL FUNCTION The device allows the operator to quickly recall up to six frequently used functions. That way he can avoid every time entering its access code. Let us suppose, for example, to be in need of a frequently-used function CONSTANT STEP F26. Normally, you should follow what is reported in function “F26” It is clear what big advantage is to dedicate one special function key (for example F1) to recall this function. For that purpose, proceed as follows:

Key 26

F u n C 2 6 X

From now on, to immediately enable function COSTANT STEP, it is sufficient to: X and/or

Press O r i G. ®Yand/or

Z NOTES :

1. This choice is stored permanently. In case you need to modify it, you have to follow the above steps again.

2. It is anyway possible to use the stored function by its standard access code.

3. Functions allowed to be activated by keys F1 to F6 can be chosen among all functions activated through: F nn EXE

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F 98718 SETTING THE TYPE OF SPINDLE ROTATION SPEED This function is used for defining the type of rotation that may be selected on the lathe. The tool is programmed by default in indefinite mode. If it is left in this configuration, its RPM settings will be the result of the theoretical calculation. The operator must select the number of revolutions among those allowed by the machine manual gearbox. If you want to change the type of setting, follow the programming procedure below:

Key

98718

- SET SPEED - - INDEFINITE

press

- SET SPEED - - DISCRETE

press

- SET SPEED - 01 < <

Set the minimum speed available (for example 25 RPM).

Key 25

The data is acquired and stored.

- SET SPEED - 02 < <

The auxiliary display prepares to receive the subsequent RPM values which will be entered in ascending order and confirmed by pressing the EXE key. When confirming a speed value of 0 the process is over. A maximum of 20 RPM positions are available. Having entered the last position (maximum speed) and confirmed it by pressing the key, press the key to save the program and quit the function. If the machine is equipped with a stepless RPM changer, the tool can be set in continuous mode: Note: During the process of entering RPMs, it is possible to delete all the previous values by pressing COR and confirming by EXE.

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If the machine If the machine is equipped with a stepless RPM changer, the tool can be set in continuous mode:

Key

98718

- SET SPEED - - DISCRETE

press

- SET SPEED - - CONTINUOUS

press

- SET SPEED - - MINIMUM

Set the maximum speed (for example 6 RPM).

press 6

The data is acquired and stored.

- SET SPEED - - MAXIMUM

Enter a value of maximum speed (for example 2700 RPM).

press 2700

The data is acquired and stored


The tool acquires the data and quits programming mode.

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F 98762 LANGUAGE SELECTION This function can be used to select the language available of the messages displayed by the instrument. For example:

Key

98762

SELECT LANGUAGE - ENGLISH

press

SELEZIONE LINGUA - ITALIANO

press

The selection is acquired and stored



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CALCULATOR

The digital readout display unit is equipped with a calculating system (built-in calculator). The calculation system is used in the same way as a traditional calculator (the operations permitted are : addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, calculation of a percentage and square roots, sin, cos, tag). The calculation system is provided of memory functions keys MS and MR to store the result temporarily. To carry out an operation proceed as follows :

press

X axis display will be used as calculator display 0. X

Execute the calculations needed. ex. tan(60) + 120.5

Key 60

Result will be displayed 1. 7 3 X

Key

120.5

1 2 2. 2 3 X Store it in memory and recall it when needed in a new calculation: ex. 350 + MR

press

To save the result in section memory of calculator 1 2 2. 2 3 X

To make a new calculation using the memory:

Key

350

4 7 2. 2 3 X To clear the result:

press

0. X To quit calculator function:

press

The X display will show an X value 1 2 3. 4 5 X

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RS-232 SERIAL OUTPUT The asynchronous serial interface (ordering code US-232) is normally used to transfer the data to a printer or to other devices having a SLAVE function. The transmission parameters are fixed and are the following: • SPEED OF TRANSMISSION 9600 BAUDS • DATUM LENGTH 8 BITS • ONE STOP BIT • NO PARITY BIT The SLAVE must be set with the same parameters. To activate the function: X and/or

Key

and/or

and/or

1 0. 8 4 8 0 ®Yand/or

LED of axes activated will blink Z

press and the transmission will take place. Data has the following format:


Instead of printing the label, it is possible to request the readout to send back the displayed values. The request of sending these values back is made in ASCII mode through the serial line as follows:

“Q” + CR + LF Answer (for example X =57.0865, Zo=10.8480, Z= -7.0985) is made in the following format (9 data character + 2 control character)

“ 57.0865” + CR + LF “ 10.8480” + CR + LF “ -7.0985” + CR + LF

where CR means = CARRIAGE RETURN (0Dh) LF means = LINE FEED (0Ah)

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AUXILIARY LCD DISPLAY

As an option it is possible to require a device equipped with an auxiliary LCD display (16 characters on two rows). It allows the operator to better understand the usage of some functions as well as the direct use of some functions otherwise unable, such as: Calculating functions:

F 44 - CALCULATING THE TAPER F 46 - AUTOMATICALLY CALCULATING THE TAPER F 48 - CALCULATING THREADS F 50 - CALCULATING THE WEIGHT OF MATERIALS F 52 - CALCULATING THE TIP SPEED F 54 - CALCULATING THE ANGULAR SPEED

Readout functions :

F 98762 – Language selection F 78 – Scale value set F 80 – Axis speed displaying F 81 – Displaying recalled tool

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: VISION 722IN

VISION 723IN VISION 723TO VISION 733IN VISION 733TO VISION 733FR VISION 734IN VISION 734FV VISION 734FT VISION 734AL

2 DISPLAYS - 2 INPUTS 2 DISPLAYS - 3 INPUTS 2 DISPLAYS - 3 INPUTS 3 DISPLAYS - 3 INPUTS 3 DISPLAYS - 3 INPUTS 3 DISPLAYS - 3 INPUTS 3 DISPLAYS - 4 INPUTS 3 DISPLAYS - 4 INPUTS 3 DISPLAYS - 4 INPUTS 3 DISPLAYS - 4 INPUTS

DISPLAY: 7 HIGH-EFFICIENCY DIGITS h = 17 mm INPUT SIGNALS: TWO SQUARE WAVES OUT OF PHASE 90° ± 5° +

SYNCHRONIZED INDEX 05 Vdc

COUNTING FREQUENCY: X AXIS 250 kHzMAX Y AXIS 250 kHzMAX Z AXIS 250 kHzMAX

POWER SUPPLY: 230 Vac ± 10% - 50/60 Hz 110 Vac ± 10% - 60 Hz 24 Vac ± 10% - 50/60 Hz

CURRENT CONSUMPTION: 50 mA (230 Vac) 100 mA (110 Vac) 450 mA (24 Vac)

CONNECTION: D-SUB 9p F (axes), D-SUB 9p M (RS-232) MEMORY: PERMANENT FOR SPECIAL SETTINGS AND CONFIGURATION.

LINEAR RESOLUTION: 200 - 100 - 50 - 20 - 10 - 5 - 2 - 1 - 0.5 µm ANGULAR RESOLUTION: 1° - 0.5° - 0.2° - 0.1° - 0.05° - 0.02° - 0.01° - 0.005° - 0.002° - 0.001° PROTECTION: KEYBOARD IP 67 BACK PANEL IP 42 TEMPERATURE: WORKING 0 ° ÷ 50 ° C STORAGE -20 ° ÷ 70 ° C WEIGHT: ≈ 1kg OPTIONS: LCD AUXILIARY LCD DISPLAY 2X16 F Without prior notice, the products may be subject to modifications that the Manufacturer reserves to

introduce as deemed necessary for their improvement.

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WARRANTY TERMS This product is covered by a warranty against manufacturing defects for a period of 24 (twenty four) months from the date of shipment. The Manufacturer does not accept liability for damages due to transport, mislaying or act of God. Any repairs must be made at the Manufacturer’s premises. The Customer shall arrange for the equipment to be delivered, free Manufacturer’s plant. THE TERMS OF THE WARRANTY WILL BE INVALIDATED IN THE FOLLOWING CASES:

Without limitations, the Manufacturer is not bound to reimburse damages due to special events, indirect or consequential damages, damages caused by unsatisfactory performance of the product (including but not limited to loss of profit or other damages due to loss of production). Any disputes not settled informally shall be referred to the COURT OF MONZA (MILAN) - ITALY.

• IF THE SERIAL NUMBERS OR

ANY DATA IDENTIFYING THE PRODUCT ARE CANCELLED OR ALTERED IN ANY WAY.

• IF ALTERATIONS ARE MADE TO

THE PRODUCT WITHOUT THE WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION OF THE MANUFACTURER.

• IF DAMAGES ARE DUE TO

TRANSPORT, IMPROPER USE OR INSTALLATION NOT IN LINE WITH THE DIRECTIVES OF THE MANUFACTURER.

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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS REQUIRED BY CUSTOMER

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NOTES

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Documents

INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR DIGITAL READOUT