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1. HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SINCE 1986 Ce ee ee eee ee eee ee WARNING Direction of Pump Rotation Is critical _ Briefly start Pump and check rotation arrow on casing I Exchange phases if rotation is incorrect IF YOU RUN THE PUMP BLOWER CONTINUOUSLY IN THE WRONG DIRECTION i THE VANES WILL BE DAMAGED L _ lt a oe iow ol 1 6 Use the T connector to connect the blue hose to the two hoses from the bottom of the machine Fig 6a and attach the other end of the blue hose to the pump Fig 1 6b end of Blue Vacuum Hoses T connector 1 7 Once power is connected turn the machine on by turning the main power control switch Fig 1 7a Fig 1 7a Power 1s now applied to the controller box The red light will now light up indicating the machine is powered but motors are not yet enabled Fig 1 7b Press the green button to apply power to the controller and enable the motors Fig 1 7c Press the vacuum switch to turn on the vacuum pump Fig 1 7d The Vacuum zones are controlled by the manifolds on the front of the machine Fig 1 7e Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 13 Techno HTT06021109 Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 II NCstudio Controller Functionality 2 1 Control Panel Functions Once the electrical connections have been made controller is powered by turnin
2. HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual 3 SINCE 1986 This document will provide a quick guide to the set up and operating procedure of the Techno HD Mini and Techno HD Series Router with a NCstudio Controller The HD Router is powered by high precision stepper motors and controlled by a hand held NCstudio controller It operates independently of a PC and files are transferred from a Cam system via a USB memory stick my X k i i t eee H y H Series zaag teal NCstudio Controller For the Electronic Version of this Manual Visit www technorouters com Hand Held Controller Manual Also available on CD 2012 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 1 Techno HTT06021109 Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 TABLE OF CONTENTS I Forki Guld scessdntnceasoesincwpsaigenomsinndnstintmmeoacindatmecyd cinetetansie Page 3 Safety Instructions eesssssssssssssrrsessrrrrrersrrrrrrssrtrtrressrrtrrrrnrnrtree Page 4 Colleting Guidelines oe eee eeecccccecceeaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneasseeeeeeeeeseeeaes Page 5 HD Mini Setup Instructions occ eee eeeecccceeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeaaeeees Page 6 HD Series Setup Instructions ow ceeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees Page 9 HD Series Vacuum Pump Setup cccceeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeaes Page 10 HD Series Installation haa eecccceacecccceeeseceeeeseeeeseeeeeeeeseeees Page 11 II NC
3. When all the edits are complete press Cancel to exit out of this screen Keep pressing cancel until you return to the main screen For a 48 96 machine the values should be X 51 Y 97 Z 0 X 0 Y 0 Z 11 5 The asterisk on this setting indicates that the machine must be powered down and the axes homed in order for these new values to take affect If these values are incorrect it will effect the running of the machine If the values are too small the machine will stall stop when it reaches the value entered If the value is too big it is possible for the machine to hit the end of travel and damage could occur 26 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SINCE 1986 4 4 Setting the Touchpad thickness The most accurate way to get the touch pad thickness is by using the machine to measure it s height The user can calculate the Calibration Block Thickness by doing the following Set the Calibration Block Thickness to 0 acl rine pa ran To do this press Menu when in the main screen and select Process param Machine Params Fig 4 4a Sh Ti Ei duanre sir 1A vanced i ont Lo Use the arrow keys to scroll down and select Block Thickness Press OK to select Fig 4 4b When the block thickness value screen opens press OK to edit the data set the block thickness to 0 press enter to save the data then press
4. 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 39 Techno HTT06021109 Techno HD User Manual 1 SINCE 1986 LIMITED WARRANTY AND REPAIRS WARRANTY WARRANTY All Techno mechanical components are warranted against manufacturer s defects in material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the time of shipment from Techno facilities All Techno electrical components are similarly warranted for a period of one 1 year from the time of shipment from Techno facilities Techno s sole obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing the product or at its option replacing the product without additional charge provided the item is properly returned to Techno for repair as described below The provisions of this warranty shall not apply to any product that has been subjected to tampering abuse improper setup or operating conditions misuse lack of proper maintenance or unauthorized user adjustment Techno makes no warranty that its products are fit for any use or purpose to which they may be put by the customer whether or not such use or purpose has been disclosed to Techno in specifications or drawings previously or subsequently provided and whether or not Techno s products are specifically designed and or manufactured for such a purpose NOTE Drive motors servo or stepper are considered mechanical components THIS WARRANTY ISIN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AL
5. during input Z axis backing to origin up direction key Page down in menu page modification of plus minus yes no and polarity during input starting processing file in processing page Backing to mechanical origin under origin mode confirmation of various selections inputs and operations Down direction key mode shift under processing page shortcut pE key button mode button is valid when pop up Adjustment of manual high low speed in processing page stopping processing cancel of various selections inputs and operations 38 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SINCE 1986 Function Information of Combination Key IGH Floating calibration under tool calibration mode MONE Continuous processing for breakpoint 1 AUX Bp Continuous processing for breakpoint 2 Continuous processing for breakpoint 3 Unloading file spo Pause during processing 6 MODE Resume after pause AUX E Release and recovery of hard limit Switchover between WCS and MCS Selection of WCS from G54 to G59 Selection of a processing file after this combination key is pressed system will load the processing file if the file has been loaded system will give a prompt that please unload first at this time combination key used to unload file should be pressed MODE AUX Ee SPDL Tel 800 819 3366
6. B 24Volt PSU C Stepper Driver D 220Volt In 4 mon _ _ Fig 1 2a Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 11 Techno HTT06021109 Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 1 3 Take the block connector coming from the Handheld controller fig 1 3a and guide it through the hole in the side of the box Locate the controller board fig 1 3b and attach the block connector as shown by the red arrow The USB extender cable should be connected to the controller board already If it is not connect it now 1 4 Have a qualified electrician attach 220Volts to the terminal on the bottom of the box fig 1 4 Unless specifically requested by the user 3 Phase 220Volt is needed If the machine has been modified for single phase operation then L1 L3 and GND are used and nothing 1s attached to L2 1 5 If the machine has a vacuum table the Vacuum Pump should be wired to 220V or 440V de pending on what is specified on the Unit by a qualified Electrician Fig 1 5a Voltage In The starter box will have a round silver connector attached to a grey cable coming out of it fig 1 5b This connector plugs into the socket on the side of the machine fig 1 5c This cable provides 220volts to the starter coil to turn on the vacuum 12 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com
7. Jog Speed Settings Confirm selections OK Stop file when running inputs and operations Cancel operations Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 17 Techno HTT06021109 Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 NK105 3MS commu power Jog the Y axis n the positive direction Input the number 8 Jog mode Input the number 5 e Y axis 1n the negative direction Input the number 2 Set X Y coordinate system to zero Enter a minus sign when in input mode set Z coordinate system to zero Up Direction when in menu mode direction when 1n menu mode Scroll through modes when on main screen Used in combination with other keys for various functions The Mode Aux key is a special key that can be used in combination with other keys for various functions The following page lists these functions 18 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SINCE 1986 2 6 Combination Keys The Function of the keys are shown below They are accessed by holding down Mode then pressing the corresponding key Load a File This can only be used when in Stepping or Jog mode Pause the machine when a file is running Resume the file after pause Unload the G code file This is necessary to load a new file Release the machine and Recover after a Hard
8. and press enter to select the option Press OK to edit the data and use the number keys to enter data Press OK to save data and Cancel to exit out of the screen Keep pressing cancel until you return to the main screen G00 Speed is the rapid speed or the speed the machine moves when the cutter is above the material Processing Speed is the speed the machine moves when the cutter is in the material This speed will vary with cutter size material cutter type etc Approaching Spd is the speed the Z axis will move as it enters the material Z Max speed is the maximum speed the Z axis will move Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 25 Techno HTT06021109 ee nes Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 4 3 Setting the Table Size From the main screen press Menu to access the Menu screen Use the Je Se arrow keys to move the cursor and Mac h ine param highlight Machine Params Proces gt param Press OK to select fig 4 2a x System Param ii i 6 Seluanced Advanced The machine parameters screen will now open Use the arrow keys to highlight Machine Stroke Fig 4 3b and press OK to select Use the arrow keys to highlight a value press OK to edit the value and press OK to save it Press Cancel when the value is highlighted to abort the edit Use the arrow keys to scroll down the screen until the negative values are displayed
9. stop Reset E STP error Switch between WCS User Origin and MODE Tr MCS Machine Home Position AUX Activate Z Touch Off procedure This can only be used in Tool Cali Mode Reboot System Controller will restart Log out of Controller and prepare to power down Switch between saved origins as called by G54 to G59 Start file from Break Point 1 Start file from Break Point 2 Start file from Break Point 3 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 19 Techno A HTT06021109 Do Mace et INCE 1986 III Operating Tutorials 3 1 Jogging the machine and changing from High Low Jog Speed To Jog the machine hold down one of the directional keys on the keypad The keypad has X Y X Y Z Z printed on the keys to indicate direction The machine has two speeds High and Low When the machine starts it will be in the Low speed To toggle between low and high speed press the High Low Button You can only toggle speed when in Jog Mode The LCD will display High or Low on the Left of the screen 3 2 Switching Jog Mode to Step or Continuous There are two modes that allow the user to control the movement of the machine Continuous and Step To switch between these modes press the Mode Aux button The mode will be displayed on the bottom of the screen You may have to toggle through other options before Step or Jog appear Jog Is continuous m
10. 21109 Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 Notes On the G code File The controller will recognize files with the extension nc cnc or txt If a part requires multiple tools it is best to output a different file for each part If the G code file references a tool number higher than T10 then the controller will give an error at the start of the file M6 T1 to M6 T10 are allowed In general it is best to remove T commands by telling the CAM package that the machine is not a tool changer machine or insuring that the Tool number does not exceed 10 G92 is the Axis presetting command when this command is encountered in the G code file the XYZ zero position is set at the position the machine is in at that time In general it is best to remove this from the G code file or if it is in the G code file make sure the machine is at the origin before you press start The controller will recognise G54 to G59 offset commands See the NK105 manual for more details on these commands Acceleration Set Under the menu Process Params there is a sub menu called Acceleration Set This menu has three parameters that control the acceleration and cutting motion of the machine The Defaults for these parameters are Jerk 310 Single Axis Acc 50 Max Cycle Acc 100 A low Max Cycle Acc will result in arcs that move in a jerky motion or at a slow speed 32 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support techno
11. 5 Techno HTT06021109 ING S Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 2 4 Mode Selection The machine has five modes that can be selected by pressing the mode button The mode will be indicated on the bottom left side of the display The five modes and their operation are thus Ae L AL Shop IZ BGM Lou Origin Go to Home Position tool and on the work piece Hold Down Mode Aux and 0 amp Touch OFF High Speed The machine will slowly move down until it Z Zero MODE now incorporates the TCB thickness and sets Z zero AUX Origin Mode In this mode the user can make the machine ff move to the Home Reference position by pressing Machine Origin OK When in origin mode all other buttons on the keypad are inoperable Tool Calibration Mode In this mode the tool touch off block can be used to set Z zero Place the block under the touches the Tool Calibration Block TCB The machine Jogging Mode In this mode the user can jog the machine with the directional keys Jog speed can be changed from High to Low X Y Z zero can me set Files can be loaded in this mode by pressing Mode Aux and Start together Loac File Stepping Mode In this mode the user can jog in increments by pressing the directional keys X Y Z zero can me set Files can be loaded in this mode by pressing Mode Aux and Start together The step size can be modified by pressing cancel and then entering a new value Access Jog Speec
12. Adjustments Decrease Feedrate Increase Feedrate Feedrate Mode In this mode the user can increase or decrease the cutting speed of the file by pressing 3 Feed Z or 9 Feed Z This will modify a multiplier number that will change the speed The maximum speed increase will be 125 If Feedrate is 0 the machine will not move Note The MENU button will open the Menu screen in all modes Files can only be loaded in Stepping and Jog Mode 16 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SINCE 1986 2 5 Functions of the Keys The Function of the keys are shown below NK105 3MS commu power J Increase the Spind g Jog Z Axis positive speed a Input number 9 Input the number 7 i Override feedrate 10 to120 Jog the X Axis Negative Jog X Axis positive direction direction Input the number 4 X Input the number 6 Decrease the Spind Jog Z Axis negative speed E FA Input number 3 Input the Number 1 a Override Feedrate i Enter Menu screen in Jog Mode Input Decimal Input the Number 0 Hold down to enter Boot program on start up Move to XYZ zero Page down n Menu r seen o Start loaded Life ae Modify or Yes No Modify or Yes No i or polarity when or polarity when l inputting data MACHINE Enter Menu to adjust Move mach ne to Home ORIGIN l
13. Cancel to exit the screen Press Cancel until the main screen appears calibration block Remove the block from the table and press Mode until Step mode is active Slowly and carefully jog the machine until the cutter is touching the table Record the value the Z axis displays approximately 1 58 This value is the Calibration Block Thickness Repeat the steps to enter the Block Thickness and instead of setting the value to 0 enter the recorded value Now whenever the tool touch off 1s preformed the machine will add the thickness of the block and set the Z zero to above the material Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 27 HTTO6021109 Techno HD User Manual V HD Mint Machine Lubrication NOTE AVOID A BUILD UP OF DEBRIS ON MOVING PARTS CLEAN OFF ANY DEBRIS TO AVOID DAMAGING THE MACHINE The X and Y axis should be lubricated every 100 hours of use the Z axis lubricated every 200 hours Before applying lubrication clean off any debris from the machine and parts to be lubricated Apply oil with a clean cloth or brush Do not put a heavy amount of oil on the machine just a light layer will be sufficient Recommended Lubricants Oil Vactra No 2 mobile Tonner Oil or Equivalent Techno Part No H90200 LUBE002 Lubrication The HD Mini contains a ball screw on each axis Lubricating the X Axis To access the X axis b
14. L OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHETHER EXPRESSED IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW TRADE USAGE OR COURSE OF DEALING ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF LIMITATION OF REMEDY In no event shall Techno be liable for any incidental consequential or special damages of any kind or nature whatsoever Techno is in no way liable for any lost profits arising from or connected to this agreement or items sold under this agreement whether alleged to arise from breach of contract expressed or implied warranty or in tort including without limitation negligence failure to warn or strict liability RETURN PROCEDURE Before returning any equipment in or out of warranty the customer must first obtain a return authorization number and packing instructions from Techno No claim will be allowed nor credit given for products returned without such authorization Proper packaging and insurance for transportation is solely the customer s responsibility After approval from Techno the product should be returned with a statement of the problem and transportation prepaid If upon examination warranted defects exist the product will be repaired or replaced at no charge and shipped prepaid back to the customer Return shipment will be by common carrier i e UPS If rapid delivery is requested by customer
15. NG THE MACHINE 30 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SINCE 1986 IV Appendix Updating the Firmware Unzip the files and copy them into the root directory of a USB stick The password is techno if there is a password Place USB in the port on the controller box Start the machine as per usual Press Menu Select SYSTEM PARAMS Select Backup Parameter This will save a backup of your parameters Press Cancel until in the main screen Press Menu Select SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS Select SYSTEM UPGRADE You will be asked Do you want to upgrade Press OK Restart the machine by turning off power or holding down Mode and Z 0 Up Arrow Once the machine starts it will indicate that the USB 1s ready Press OK Select BACKUP Press OK This will save a backup of the system onto the flash drive in a folder called BACKUP Select UPDATE PUBLIC A message will appear press OK if necessary Select DELETE CONFIG Press OK Select UPDATE SYSTEM A message will appear press OK if necessary Select Start System Machine should start and default settings will be set You will need to adjust the Machine Stroke Table Size And recalibrate the Tool Block Thickness Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 31 Techno HTT060
16. Studio Controller Functionality 2 1 HD Mini Control Panel FUNCtIONS ou eee ceceeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeas Page 7 2 2 HD Mini Enabling the Machine 2 3 HD Mini Start Up Home Page 8 2 1 HD Series Control Panel Functions cccceeecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees Page 14 2 2 HD Series Enabling the Machine 2 3 HD Series Start Up Home Page 15 2 4 Mode Selection _hanccccaesscceccassceeeteeseeeeseeseceeseaneeeeees Page 16 2 5 Functions Of the KEYS one ceeeecccceeeeceeeseeeceseeeceeseeseaeeesnaaees Page 17 2 6 Combination KEYS __haaccccaeesececcueeeeeeeseeeeeeseaeeeeesaaaeeeeens Page 19 III Operating Tutorials 3 1 Jogging the Machine and Changing from High Low Jog Speed lke eeeeeeceeeeeeteeees Page 20 3 2 Switching Jog Mode to Step or Continuous ccceee Page 20 3 3 Modifying the Jog Speed hae eeettttttttteeeteees Page 20 3 4 Adjusting the XYZ Position WCS User Origin 0 Page 21 3 5 Loading a G code file eee eeeeeececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeseaeeeeeens Page 22 3 6 Checking Process Time and File Size naussasssssennssssnenn Page 22 3 7 Running a G code File i haeeeecaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees Page 23 IV Advanced Tutorials 4 1 Alternating between Override and Programmed Feedrates Page 24 4 2 Setting Override speed for a G code file eee Page 25 4 3 Setting the Table SiZ 0 uussaassnssanrnosrnrresrnrrrsrnrresene Page 26 4 4 Setting the Touchpad T
17. WITCH IS LOCATED WARNING RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND OR DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT 10 11 Keep fingers hands and all other objects away from machine while power is on Disconnect power to all system components when not in use when changing accessories and before servicing Do not loosen remove or adjust machine parts or cables while power is on Exercise care with machine controls and around keyboard to avoid unintentional starting Make sure voltage supplied is appropriate to specifications of components Machines must be plugged into three pronged grounded outlets Do not remove the grounding plug or connect into an ungrounded extension cord Keep cables and cords away from heat oil and sharp edges Do not overstretch or run them under other objects or over work surfaces Use proper fixtures and clamps to secure work Never use hands to secure work Do not attempt to exceed limits of machine Do not attempt to use machine for purposes other than what is intended Use machine only in clean well lit areas free from flammable liquids and excessive moisture 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 IMPROPER OR UNSAFE OPERATION OF THE MACHINE WILL Stay alert at all times when operating the machine Always wear safety goggles Do not wear loose fitting clothing when operating machine Long hair should be protected Always maintain proper balance and fo
18. all screw and rails you must remove the covers by taking off the screws shown below Screws Once the screws are removed pull back the accordion style covers to expose the ballscrew rails and end bearing End Bearing Ball Screw Rails Apply a light coat of oil on each of these locations Remove the screws on the other side of the gantry and oil that side too 28 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SINCE 1986 Lubricating the Y Axis Lubricating the Z Axis The Y axis ball screw is located under the To access the Z axis ball screw and machine It can be accessed from the back rails first jog the Z axis down to the of the machine or by taking off the side lowest point it can go panels Clean off any debris and apply a light coat of oil on the ball screw Clean off any debris and apply a light coat of oil on the ballscrew and rails Clean off any debris and apply a light coat of oil on the rails TELELITII Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 29 HTTO6021109 Techno HD User Manual V HD Machine Lubrication 5 1 Lubricating the X Y Rack and Pinion Lubrication is important with rack and pinion gearing systems A thin film of grease should always be present on the contacting tooth flanks t
19. cnc com HTTO6021109 Techno HD User Manual HAND HELD CONTROLLER COMMON TASKS This section outlines the most common tasks required to operate the HD Mini and HD Series Router For more complete information refer to the Hand Held Controller Manual at www technorouters com r N NK705 3MS commu power E STOP state E stop state occurs when there is a hardware fault such as a cable disconnected or the E stop is pressed Upon reaching such state the spindle and pump will turn off The machine cannot be jogged until the e stop state has been reset and a normal state is active Release the machine and Recover after a Hard stop Reset E STP error Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 33 HTTO6021109 Techno HD User Manual Start Up Procedure Turn on Power breaker on front of controller Press green button Power on button on top left of controller Wait for message on pendant to send machine to reference point Press OK Machine will move to home position at slow speed Set XY Zero Position If Needed l Put machine in Jog Mode using the Mode Aux button AUX _ Mode is displayed on pendant Using the Pendant move the machine to the desired spot and press the XY gt Zero button xY 0 The position display will change to X 0 0 Y 0 0 X Y Zero can be set anywhere on the table and This point will remain the Zero location unti
20. g 1 1b 1 2 he power cable is supplied without a plug You will need to supply your own plug Have a suitably qualified person attach the correct plug in compliance with the wiring standards in your area The machine must be connected to a 220V single phase 15A circuit The cable that we supply will be one of two types It may either be a cable with a brown blue and green yellow wire or a cable with a black white and green wire Fig 1 2 Power is connected as follows Cable type 1 Brown hot Blue hot Green yellow ground Cable type 2 Black hot White hot Green ground 6 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SINCE 1986 II NCstudio Controller Functionality 2 1 Control Panel Functions Once the electrical connections have been made the machine is powered on by pressing the green POWER button on the front of the machine Figure 2 1a shows the buttons and their functions Fig 2 1a Power Disable pindle Inverte OO Readout Port Calibration Block Once the green POWER button has been pressed the machine is activated The front panel also contains the Spindle Inverter Readout The number on this display multiplied by 60 p gives the spindle speed in RPM i iii The potentiometer and buttons on this display should NOT be touched The spindle is contr
21. g the main power switch on the front of the machine to the ON position as shown in Fig 2 1a Figure 2 1b shows the buttons and their functions ai a EFI Pe i mergency Power Vacuum Disable Controls pindle Inverte USE Enable Readout Port Once the main power switch has been engaged the controller is activated by pressing the green on switch on the front of the controller The front panel also contains the spindle speed readout The number on this display multiplied by 60 gives the spindle speed in RPM The potentiometer and buttons on this display should NOT be touched The spindle is controlled by the hand held controller Check rotation of the spindle Turn on the Spindle by pressing Bare Vary the spindle speed by pressing The spindle speed should change uniformly 1 on LCD 50 on inverter 6 300 If looking down the spindle from above tool should be turning Clockwise 14 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTTO6021109 Techno HD User Manual 2 2 Enabling The Machine Turn the machine on by turning the main power control switch Fig 2 2a Fig 2 2a Power is now applied to the controller box The red light will now light up indicating the machine is powered but motors are not yet enabled Fig 2 2b Note that the red POWER button will light up if the Emergency Stop is pressed during operation Press t
22. he 2 Vacuum Hoses to the Machine Control Box Front Panel for Vacuum System If a Vacuum Pump Blower was part of your order you will have an electrical starter box that looks like this The Vacuum Pump Switches You should not need to wire the Vacuum Pump Blower highlighted above come Motor it has been wired and tested at the factory standard if the Vacuum Table is purchased with the machine Phase Control Box Single Phase Control Box ee fra T rts i AL DF 220v con Pea KEA i Pump Blower Motor Starter Box amp Connector ger y o i i NOTE The cover was ENA removed from Motor Starter sees You will need to have the electrician connect AC power 220 or 44Q0VAC as specified on the unit to the Motor Starter ee 10 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno HD User Manual The Techno HD series Router is powered by 220 Volts AC Unless specially requested the electronics require 3 phase power 1 1 The Electronics are housed in the large controller box as shown in figure 1 1 When unpacking the machine avoid twisting the cable carrier that guides the cables to the motors 1 2 Open the back of the controller box shown in Fig 1 2a with the key provided The electronics will now be exposed and components identified in Fig 1 2b A Controller Board
23. he green button to apply power to the controller and enable the motors Fig 2 2c 2 3 Start Up Home When the machine first powers on the display on the controller will light up and display Fig 2 3a a re Wo miira Crh Back rey bg ahia hack fo rol erent polwt T ninal arinin Once the system has booted it will ask the user Are you sure to back to reference point Fig 2 3b a Fig 2 3a it Fig 2 3b Fig 2 3c This is prompting the user to allow the machine to move back to the end of travel on all axis There are two options that can be picked by pressing the following buttons This will abort the sequence and the machine will stay still STOP a CANCEL There will be no reference position and break points offsets and i all functions that rely on a reference position will be invalid Machine MACHINE This will cause the machine to first move the Z axis to the top of travel Origin Then the X and Y axis will move simultaneously to the home reference OK position A sensor on the gantry is used to locate this position Fig 2 3c The homing procedure can be canceled at anytime by pressing Stop Cancel Once the machine has moved to the end of travel on each axis it will stop and enter an IDLE state The machine will be in ORIGIN mode and must be taken out of that mode before it can be jogged Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 1
24. hickness ou eeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees Page 27 V HD Mini Machine Lubrication __ Page 28 and Page 29 HD Machine Lubrication gt aaaaasssassnnnsssnrrrrenenrrrressnene Page 30 VI Appendix Updating Firmware nn eececseecccseeeccceeeeecaeceeeseeeesaaeeeeaaeeesneeeeenaes Page 31 Notes on the G code file Acceleration Set Page 32 Hand Held Controller COMMON Tasks _ ececccsseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees Page 33 E Stop State a eecaeeeeeetetseeeecaaeeeeeeaaaeeess Page 33 Start Up Procedure hak eeccccecaeseeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeeaes Page 34 Set XY Zero Position if NE dEd cceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Page 34 Tool Calibration a eeceaeeeeeeateeeeeeaeeeeeeeaeeeeess Page 34 Process ANC File aaeeaecceeesaeseeeeeeeeeeeeesaeeees Page 35 Uploading a File akaaeceaeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeeeaeeesees Page 36 Changing to Different Offset a new XY Zero location Page 36 Single Key Function Table oe eeeeeeecceecseeeeeeseeeeeeeeees Page 37 Function Information of Combination Key 00008 Page 39 Wa E Page 40 2 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SincE 1986 FORKLIFT GUIDE I UNPACKING AND MACHINE IDENTIFICATIONS All Techno machines are shipped assembled and secured to a wooden pallet the Rear of Machine 1 1 Unpack all items that shipped with your machine Check the items agains
25. l changed even if the machine is turned off During initial machine set up we set the X Y Zero to the front left corner of the table this will remain the X Y Zero location until changed Tool Calibration Must be performed if the tool is changed or a different thickness material is to be cut MODE Place machine in Jog Mode using the Mode Aux Button AUX Mode is displayed on pendant Move the machine to a convenient location 34 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SINCE 1986 Place the calibration pad directly under the cutter MODE Press the Mode Aux button AUX until the Toolcalibration mode is displayed ODE HIGH M 3H Hold down the Mode Aux AUX button and then press the 0 HIGHSPEED button SPEED The tool will now move downward until it touches the calibration pad and then retract The Z zero location is now set to the top of the material to be cut Process a NC File Plug USB memory stick into USB port on front right of controller MODE Using Mode Aux button AUX press repeatedly until Jog mode is displayed MODE Hold down the Mode Aux AUX button and then press the Start button On the display highlight U Disk File List with the up or down Arrow buttons Press OK OK to load the file Press OK Press the Start but
26. ns contained herein shall constitute the entire agreement concerning the terms and conditions for the limited warranty described hereunder No oral or other representations are in effect This Agreement shall be governed in all respects by the laws of New York State No legal action may be taken by any party more than one 1 year after the date of purchase TECHNO RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE DESIGNS SPECIFICATIONS PRICES AND ANY APPLICABLE DOCUMENTATION WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE 40 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com
27. nt CAM systems and users just name the concept differently For convenience XYZ zero position will be used in the rest of this manual XYZ zero position is the location point on a drawing in a CAD CAM package where X Y and Z all equal zero Generally XY zero is on the bottom left corner and Z zero 1s the top of the part In fig 3 3a the letters are located away from the XY zero In Fig 3 3b the orange object represents the material the letters will be cut from The machine should be jogged to the corner of the material by using the directional arrows on the keypad Once the machine is in location press pas to set XY zero The coordinates on the controller will change to 0 0 XY zero is now set There are two methods for setting the Z axis zero position 1 Manual Method Use the Z axis directional arrows on the keypad to move the router to the top of the material Switch to Step Mode to slowly move the machine into position When the router bit is in position press the Z 0 button as shown 2 Tool Calibration Block Switch to Tool Cali Mode by pressing Mode key Place the touch off block on top of the material and under the cutter Press mode and 0 simultaneously The spindle will slowly move down until it touches the touchpad The Z axis will now be set to the top of the material See section 4 4 for setting Tool block thickness Activate Z Touch off procedure Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web ht
28. o minimize metal to metal contact Lithium grease lubrication is recommend over oil as the oil lubrication will flow away from tooth flanks The grease should be applied to the rails at regular intervals depending on the usage of the machine Use a small brush to coat both rails on the side of the Y axis and the single rail across the X axis Fig 5 1 Fig 5 1 5 2 Lubricating the X Y Z Rails The rail carriage bearings are sealed and protected with wipers The rails should be lightly oiled to allow smooth operation Avoid a build up of debris on the rails by blowing them off with air or wiping them down with a rag The rails do not need to be lubricated as often as the rack once a month should be sufficient Fig 5 2 X AXiS Z AXiS 5 3 Lubricating Z Ballscrew The Zaxis uses a ballscrew and ballnut instead of a Rack and Pinion The ballnut has a nipple for applying lubrication to the mechanism Fig 5 3a Lubrication Fig 5 3a Point Lithium grease is pumped into the lubrication point with the application gun provided with the machine Fig 5 3b 5 4 Recommended Lubricants Lithium Based Grease Alvania Grease No 2 Shell or Equivalent Techno Part No H90Z00 8670T8 Oil Vactra No 2s mobile Tonner Oil or Equivalent Techno Part No H90200 LUBE002 Oil and Grease Kit Techno Part No H90Z00 LUBEKIT2 NOTE AVOID A BUILD UP OF DEBRIS ON MOVING PARTS CLEAN OFF ANY DEBRIS TO AVOID DAMAGI
29. ode so when directional arrow is pressed the machine will move in that direction until the button is released Stepping Is Step mode when the directional arrow is pressed the machine will move an exact amount as dictated by the Jog Speeds Menu To move again you must release the button and press down again 3 3 Modifying the Jog Speed The machine can me jogged at two speeds low and high These speeds are set in the Manual Processing Parameters page aka jog speed parameter screen To access the jog speed parameter screen press Stop Cancel when in Jog or Stepping mode Fig 3 3 shows the screen that will be displayed The values displayed here are in mm Press OK to delete the highlighted value Enter a new value Press OK to accept that value Use the keys T to scroll to the next selection Set the High and Low speed to a suitable value Adjust the Step value as needed To Exit out of this screen and return to the main menu press Stop Cancel NOTE Adjust the step size carefully If you set the step size to an excessive value the machine will move by that value and could damage the machine 20 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SINCE 1986 3 4 Adjusting the XYZ Zero position WCS User Origin XYZ zero position Working Coordinate System WCS and User Origin are all the same thing Differe
30. olled by the hand held controller 7 z per Figure 2 1b shows the buttons and the hand held controller m En Check rotation of the spindle Vary the spindle speed by pressing f A i 4 SPDL SPDL hko S The spindle speed should change uniformly 1 on LCD 50 on inverter 6 300 a If looking down the spindle from above tool should be turning Clockwise Fig 2 1b Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 7 Techno HTT06021109 ING S Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 2 2 Enabling The Machine When the machine is plugged in the red POWER button will light up indicating the machine is powered but motors are not yet powered 22 Fig 2 2a Fig 2 2a Activate the machine by pressing the green POWER button Power is now applied to the machine The green light will now light up and the red light will go off Fig 2 2b 2 3 Start Up Home When the machine first powers on the display on the controller will light up and display Fig 2 3a EE Kise r arel igen ta fachs srein ee Once the system has booted it will ask the user Are you sure to back to reference point Fig 2 3b Ti ni Fig 2 3a Fig 2 3b Fig 2 3c This is prompting the user to allow the machine to move back to the end of travel on all axis There are two options that can be picked by pressing the following buttons This will ab
31. ort the sequence and the machine will stay still STOP There will be no reference position and break points offsets and CANCEL CANCE all functions that rely on a reference position will be invalid This will cause the machine to first move the Z axis to the top of travel Then the X and Y axis will move simultaneously to the home reference position A sensor on the gantry is used to locate this position Fig 2 3c Machine MACHI Origin OK The homing procedure can be canceled at anytime by pressing Stop Cancel Once the machine has moved to the end of travel on each axis it will stop and enter an IDLE State The machine will be in ORIGIN mode and must be taken out of that mode before it can be jogged 8 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SINCE 1986 I TECHNO HD SETUP The Techno HD Series Router is powered by 220 Volt AC Unless specially requested Lj The Electronics are housed in the large Nema 1 5 enclosure as shown in Figure 1 1 When unpacking the machine avoid twisting the cable carrier that guides the cables to the motors yr E Unpack the hand held controller shown in Fig 1 5 and carefully attach this to the controller board shown in Fig 1 6 PA J i BES ae 1c aes k a k En Enclosure Fig 1 1 1 6 1 2 Guide the cable through the hole on the side of the enclos
32. oting when working around the machine Maintain equipment with care Keep cutting tools clean and sharp Lubricate and change accessories when necessary Cables and cords should be inspected regularly Keep controls clean and dry Before using check for damaged parts An authorized service center should perform all repairs Only identical or authorized replacement parts should be used Remove any adjusting keys and wrenches before turning machine on Do not operate the machine unattended Follow all safety instructions and processing instructions in the MSDS for the material being processed Use proper precautions with dust collection systems to prevent sparks and fire hazards Make sure to have proper fire extinguishing equipment on hand at all times PREVENT FIRE HAZARDS by using the proper feeds speeds and tooling while operating your Techno machine For example setting feeds and speeds too low and or using dull tool bits creates friction at the material The friction generates heat which can result in a fire that can be drawn through the vacuum table or dust collector without warning Fire hazard from friction heating caused by dull tools is possible when cutting certain materials especially composite material such as wood composites MDF and Particleboard 4 2012 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Man
33. override speed or with speed set in the CAM package G code file programmed speeds To determine what speed protocol will be used do the following In the main screen press menu to enter the menu screen Use the and LAUX key to scroll the cursor and highlight Process param Press OK to select Fig 4 la Use the key scroll the cursor and highlight G code Id config Press OK to select Fig 4 1b The G code id attributes screen will open Fig 4 1c Use the to highlight the F or S Option F stands for Feed rates and S stands for Spindle RPMS a ee ee MACHINE Once the option is highlighted press OK ORIGIN to Select f OK Press to alter the state No means speed in the G code file will be obeyed Yes means speed will be overrode by the controller 24 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SINCE 1986 4 2 Setting the Override Speed for a G code file From the main screen press Menu pa to access the Menu screen Use the arrow keys to move the cursor and highlight Processing Params Fig 4 2a a Param Press OK to select this option and enter the Processing Parameters screen Fig 4 2b Move the cursor until Speed Config is highlighted and press OK to select this option The Speed configuration screen will now open Fig 4 2c Use the arrow keys to move between each option
34. s can be used to locate parts on different locations on the table however for ease of use you can use just one offset as we did in training If the machine ever starts to cut in what appears to be the wrong location on the table there is a chance you have accidentally selected a different offset Single Key Function Table Increase of spindle gear during processing input of number 7 Positive shift of Y axis input of number 8 Positive shift of Z axis input of number 9 increase of feed override during processing its range is from 0 1 to 1 2 each press increasing 0 1 _ Positive shift of X axis input of number 6 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 37 Techno HTT06021109 SING S Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 1 i 5 A Decrease of spindle gear during processing input of number 1 n Negative movement of Y axis input of number 2 Negative shift of Z axis input of number 3 decrease of feed override during processing its range is from 0 1 to 1 0 each press decreasing 0 1 Selection of high speed low speed movement under manual state input of number 0 X axis and Y axis backing to origin input of minus sign Entering menu setup input of decimal point forced entrance to BOOT program during system start up Each axis backing to workpiece origin backspace during input page up in menu page modification of plus minus yes no and polarity
35. t the packing slip to be sure nothing was left out Notify Techno immediately if you are missing any pieces of your shipment the front and rear of the machine If required there are 4 Forklift Tubes on the sides of the machine Front of Machine Forks must be centered in the front PN of the machine shown in Fig 2 1 Pr aay The distance between the Forks is 32 Forklift Tubes are 7 25 wide x 2 5 high shown in Fig 2 2 SAFETY WARNING DO NOT LIFT OR MOVE MACHINE USING GANTRY For safety and to prevent damage to the machine and cables Lift Machine Using Forklift Tubes ONLY Bepending on machine size SEE QUOTE FOR MACHINE WEIGHT NOTE Forklift capacity must be adequate to safely lift the machine It is recommended to have Fork Lift Extensions to better support load 2 3 2 4 Care must be taken not to damage the valves on the front of the machine Slowly move in close to the machine Fig 2 4 Forklift your machine up from the floor and remove the wooden pallet Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 3 Techno SINCE 1986 Safety Instructions READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE IF YOU ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH THESE SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT HTTO6021109 Techno HD User Manual OPERATE MACHINE WITHOUT KNOWING WHERE THE EMERGENCY STOP S
36. the user The file will cover an area as far as X590 Y362 Z1 Ifthe number on the right exceeds the size of the table then the file need to be adjusted or the XYZ origin moved to a different location on the table 22 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTTO6021109 Techno HD User Manual 3 7 Running a G code file Once the XYZ origin has been set as per section 3 4 and the file has been loaded as per section 3 5 the user is ready to run the G code file To run the G code file simple press The display will read waiting for spindle Once the spindle has reached speed the machine will move into position to start the first cut To resume the file press Note When the machine pauses the spindle will stop and the Z axis will move to the Z clearance Safe height to allow inspection of the part If the machine is jogged off the part during a pause it will loose it s position and when the file is resumed it will start from the new position When using multiple tools it is best to create separate files for each tool Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 23 Techno HTT06021109 Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 IV Advanced Tutorials 4 1 Alternating between Override and Programmed Feedrates The controller can run G code files with speed set by the user on the keypad
37. then such transport is at the customer s expense If an out of warranty situation exists the customer will be notified of the repair costs immediately At such time the customer must issue a purchase order to cover the cost of the repair or authorize the product to be shipped back as is at the customer s expense In any case a restocking charge of 20 will be charged on all items returned to stock FIELD SERVICE Repairs are ordinarily done at Techno s New Hyde Park New York facility where all necessary instrumentation is available This instrumentation is difficult to transport so field service is severely limited and will only be supplied at Techno s discretion If field service is required and is performed at Techno s sole discretion all relevant expenses including transportation travel time subsistence costs and the prevailing cost per hour eight hour minimum are the responsibility of the customer UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES Techno is not liable for delay or failure to perform any obligations hereunder by reason of circumstances beyond its reasonable control These circumstances include but are not limited to accidents acts of God strikes or labor disputes laws rules or regulations of any government or government agency fires floods delays or failures in delivery of carriers or suppliers shortages of materials and any other event beyond Techno s control ENTIRE AGREEMENT GOVERNING LAW The terms and conditio
38. ton to start cutting the file Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 35 Techno HTT06021109 Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 Unloading a file After cutting a file you must unload the file before a new file can be loaded and cut MODE You must be in Jog mode if necessary press Mode Aux button AUX _ repeatedly until Jog mode is displayed 4 MODE J Hold down the Mode Aux button AUx and press 4 7 Machine will display Are you sure you want to unload the file Press OK You are now ready to load and cut another file Changing to a Different Offset a new X Y Zero location There are 6 available X Y Zero locations that can be set up We have till now used only 1 MODE To change to a new offset press Mode Aux AUX repeatedly until Jog mode is displayed 9 MODE Hold Down Mode Aux AUX and press 9 ABe repeatedly until the desired offset is displayed The offset number is displayed to the left of the Z X Z display 1 through 6 as shown below 36 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com HTT06021109 Techno Techno HD User Manual SINCE 1986 spindle status Operation status Coordinate Axis Machining Moge Each offset can have it own X Y and Z Zero Coordinate Value Manual speed Type These additional offset
39. tp www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 21 Techno HTT06021109 Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 3 5 Loading a G code File You must be in Jog or Step mode to load or run a file Unload any previous file by pressing simultaneously If there is a file present you will be prompted to click OK to confirm the unload If there is no file nothing will happen Now go to the file menu by pressing The file menu will open Move the cursor by pressing When USB File list is highlighted press OK Move the cursor until the file you want to run is highlighted and press OK The file is now loaded and ready to be executed 3 6 Checking Process Time and File Size Before running a G code file it is a good idea to check that it will not travel in excess of the table or material Once a file is loaded the size and process time can be checked by Pressing Menu ZZ to access the menu screen Move the cursor to MENU Process Param and press OK The Processing Parameters will now open Scroll down until Proces sing Time Range is highlighted and click OK A Screen similar to fig 3 6 will appear showing an approximate running time for the file and how far the machine will travel The coordinates displayed are from the machine origin home position In this example the units are mm and the file is going to start at X36 Y 17 ZO from the home position this is where the WCS XY origin was set by
40. ual SINCE 1986 aS Se ee eee ee eee ee eee a ES ES em Cl WARNING THE SPINDLE WILL BE DAMAGED IF UNBALANCED EQUIPMENT IS USED I I I L AIR SUPPLY MUST BE FILTERED AND DRY COLLETING GUIDELINES WRONG RIGHT is The picture above is how your collet nut assembly should look the end of the collet is flush with the bottom surface of the collet nut You will hear and feel a SNAP as the collet properly goes into the collet nut Once it is assembled then SCREW the nut onto the threaded spindle end This picture shows an improper assembly Notice the gap and angle of the collet in relation to the nut The collet is not flush to the end of the collet nut Correct this assembly before using DO NOT PUSH THE FOR TOOLCHANGE NOTAE AND FIXED COLLET ANY TIME PN Gea ONLY USE TOOLHOLDERS Only the proper p lt e COLLET NUTS AND TOOLS assembly should PF J a air THAT ARE BALANCED TO be screwed ano tae MEET OR EXCEED THE MAX spindle RATED SPEED OF EEI THE SPINDLE Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 5 Techno HTT06021109 Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 I TECHNO HD MINI SETUP The Techno HD Mini Router is powered by 220 Volt AC and the electronics require Single Phase power Fig l la 1 1 When unpacking the machine avoid twisting any of the cables g Fig 1 1a and Fi
41. ure and attach the hand held controller to the DB 15 terminal shown in Fig 1 6 Open the back of the enclosure shown in Fig 1 2 with the key provided Fig 1 2 1 3 The electronics will now be ius visible and identifiable and will be eee identical or like depending on the model issued Shown in Fig 1 3 The terminals for the 220 volt connection are located at the bottom of the box shown in Fig 1 4 Fig 1 3 1 7 If the machine has a vacuum hold down pump there is a matching connector that will plug into the controller box shown in Fig 1 7 1 4 Vacuum Starter Have a suitably qualified m E Connection person connect the iT G F 220V to the terminals N Make sure that all local electrical codes are obeyed For single phase machine connect power to L1 and L3 only Fig 1 4 Tel 800 819 3366 516 328 3970 Web http www technocnc com E mail support technocnc com 9 Techno HTT06021109 Techno HD User Manual INCE 1986 WARNING Direction of Pump Rotation is critical Briefly start Pump and check rotation arrow on casing I Exchange phases if rotation is incorrect IF YOU RUN THE PUMP BLOWER CONTINUOUSLY IN THE WRONG DIRECTION I THE VANES WILL BE DAMAGED na a ca i Go a G lee cca lee eee Gem me ee eee ill HD VACUUM PUMP SETUP SINGLE PHASE amp 3 PHASE Use the Vacuum Hose Kit T Connector to connect the Blue Hose to t

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