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APEX-HPGL User`s Manual - Newing

1. Pin 7 Pinl Pin 1 Y Datum Input Brown Pin 9 Pin 6 Pin 6 V LED 0 VI Green Pin 14 Pin4 Pin4 X Datum Input Blue Pin 15 Pin 7 Pin 7 Z Datum Input Black Motor Driver Cable Logic 2500022 Pin DB25M Pin DB25 F Signal 1 14 CYL Phase A 2 16 CYL Phase A 3 17 CYL Phase 4 19 CYL Phase B 5 13 Shield Earth 6 20 Y Phase A 8 22 Y Phase A 9 25 Y Phase B 10 23 Y Phase B 11 N C E Stop 12 N C E Stop 13 3 X Phase A 14 1 X Phase A 15 4 X Phase B 16 6 X Phase B 17 7 LSPDL 18 8 LSPDL 19 9 RSPDL 20 10 RSPDL 21 12 Z Phase A 22 11 Z Phase A 3 4 Vector Search Technology Vector Search Technology VST is a feature of the HPGL controller that allows the user to backup or skip through an executing job This process stops the machine during engraving while the user jogs the tool to the point in the job where it is desired to restart and then resumes engraving at the new location simply by pressing Start The controller auto detects the position of the tool and resumes engraving from that location Usage While running a job depress the Stop key This causes the START LED to blink slowly indicating that the HPGL controller is ready 1 Jog tool into position over desired restart location The START LED blinks slowly during the normal jog mode The controller uses a double blink pattern during jogging after a VST see below After positioning the tool at the de
2. AMF Newing Hall Inc P E X TECHNOLOGY APEX HPGL User s Manual Controller Model HP5 Revision 1 Copyright 2012 Newing Hall Inc 16092 King Road Haskins Ohio 43525 NH Part 3011002 This manual is subject to change without notice Table of Contents Chapter 1 InstallallODi CE Ch 30 a3 d IM LUE TRUE CU FRE S 3 Ghapter 2 Quick STET secun aside vobi Das qi GC rEE GE GA KO BEER D rFIRRK I NIV UN DUC RDUM M a 12 Chapter 3 rnc bd nr rw e nd Dr n NR 13 Chapter 4 Software 31 Chapter 5 Command 32 Chapter o Newindg Hall Suite 4 inan tria eto rk ici adi rx Ud o s E GR b S dn 38 Appendix A 40 Appendix B Cable 43 Appendix C Troubleshooting iue daid dd dae kl nda duod nli d 44 e FAQ uoo diee Meer E baron e E xdi ML EOM a reU SERO n UE PUR re UEM LET 48 iudicnnil c 55 Chapter 1 Installation 1 1 Upon Receipt of Shipment Shippi
3. gt keys on the left side of the controller front panel The bridge should move accordingly If there is no movement check to see if the Emergency Stop button is depressed Rotate clockwise to disengage the Stop button if activated and then go back to step 2 Also check for loose cable connections To test the rotary spindle motor be sure belts are hooked up on spindle press the SPDL button Rotate the Spindle Speed knob from 0 to 100 The rotary motor should rotate accordingly If it does not check the cable connections To test the pneumatic spindle actuation e Place a piece of scrap plastic material under the nose of the spindle s to act as a cushion and protect against cutter damage Press the Test Sol button Press AUX1 L to actuate spindle Press again to release Press AUX2 R to actuate the R ight spindle Press again to release During testing turn the adjustment screw on the top of the spindle air cylinder to adjust the down travel speed e Press the Test Sol button again to exit the test mode To test the controlled Z axis spindle actuation if fitted Place a piece of scrap plastic material under the nose of the spindle to act as a cushion and protect against cutter damage Press the Digitize button Press and X repeatedly to jog the tool up and down and then jog tool down until it just touches the material surface e Press the Digitize button again to set the s
4. Symptom Table spontaneously stops amid job This problem can be caused by a broken connection in the communication serial cable or by a corrupted work file Review these first when troubleshooting this problem Otherwise this problem can be caused by a component failure on the CPU circuit board If so the problem can only be remedied by replacing the board or repairing the board at the factory Contact NHI Customer Service for further direction Symptom Spindle motor spontaneously stops amid job This is typically caused by a component failure on the KBLC speed control usually a blown fuse Checking and replacing the fuses on the KBLC speed control board can remedy this problem Contact NHI Customer Service for further direction Symptom LED s on front panel blinking Consult Chapter 3 for complete details on condition LED s The following is a summary START LED Condition Steady Off No action error Slow Blink Engraving Paused Press Start to resume Medium Blink Ready To Start Press Start to begin Fast Blink No Job Available to execute After pressing Start Fast Blink at power up Drives Disabled Check cabling pullout E Stop switch Press Drives On Steady On Executing Running Symptom Cannot repeat VST search This is typically due to pressing the VST key to repeat the search instead of using the proper key sequence To correct this problem
5. If the user would like to enable the X Y amp Z datum s the Limit Mask will be set to 7 The bit mask is derived by the values X 1 Y 22 and Z 4 therefore the Limit Mask is set to 7 because 1 2 4 7 CAUTION e If datums are not installed on table the machine will crash when the datum button is pressed on the controller Excessive crashing may damage the table 49 How do change the datum order on the controller To change the datum order 1 Start Machine Parameters and click on Datum Parameters 2 Check the check box datum Y First to datum the Y axis first Otherwise the X axis will datum first default 3 Savechanges to the file and Update the controller File Menu Update Machine Tool Note e By design the Z axis will datum first if enabled This is to insure the spindle is out of the material before the X or Y axis datum s How do 1 adjust the datum offsets The datum offsets may be adjusted two ways The easier method is from the controller s LCD Changing the datum offsets using the LCD 1 Press the Enter key after pressing Drives On then Datum 2 Scroll down until the curser is on Pos After Datum and press Enter 3 Follow the on screen instructions 4 When complete press Cancel to exit the Menu system Note e Changing the datum offsets on the LCD is saved in the controller s non volatile RAM The values are saved after shutting off the controller Changing the datum offsets using Machin
6. 30 Chapter 4 Software Setup 4 1 Using EngraveLab To setup Newing Hall drivers in EngraveLab follow these steps Yee WMS ee he Start EngraveLab From the Engrave menu select the Engraving Defaults command Select the Newing Hall APEX HPGL UpperLeft Controller driver Press the Setup command button to configure the port followed by the Port tab Set the parameters as follows to edit the ports select the edit checkbox on the Current COMM settings e Port Location TCPIP raw Ethernet or Com 1 or 2 as desired fusing Ethernet the Port number is 23 e Baud Rate 57600 e Parity Even e Data Bits 8 e Stop Bits 1 e Flow Control Hardware Click on OK to complete the configuration Design the drawing In EngraveLab plot the drawing On the controller press the Start button 31 Chapter 5 Command Codes 5 1 HPGL Commands There are many different forms of HPGL The APEX HPGL controller command set is an excerpt that consists of the most common commands and does not conform to any complete HPGL specification entirely It is most similar to the HP7475 command set The following is a description of supported commands Arc Absolute AA The AA command draws an arc using absolute coordinates from the current position of the tool around the specified center Syntax AA lt lt gt gt lt lt y gt gt lt lt angle gt gt The x and y parameters define th
7. 12 rod which runs horizontally along the bridge Do the same to 14 rods and V wheels inside the bridge and Y rails Use jog keys to expose the entire rod for complete lubrication Quarterly Maintenance 300 400 600 CAUTION To reduce the risk of injury DISCONNECT ALL POWER to the engraving system prior to performing any maintenance Rotary Spindle Newing Hall s latest rotary spindle having a steel bushing can be lubricated using a small amount of air tool oil at the bushing black housing and quill assembly It may be necessary to clean the quill assembly before applying lubricant Apply a few drops of air tool oil into the needle valve exhaust valve This will keep the valves from leaking causing poor actuation 40 Linear Bearing Adjustment Move the carriage to the center of the x bridge and the x bridge to the front of the table Grasp the right side of the carriage with your hand and attempt to move the carriage up and down If there 15 play evident locate the right linear bearing adjustment set screw see fig D 3 and turn clockwise with a 5 64 Allen wrench only until movement is gone Do not over tighten or the carriage may bind Repeat the above two steps for the left linear bearing Bearing Cell Plate Inspection Move the carriage to the left of the x bridge and the x bridge to the rear of the table Remove the left and right nosepieces from the y rails by using a 3 32 Allen wrench Slide the left a
8. use the proper key sequence which varies depending on the current search operation See Chapter 3 for details 46 Symptom Cannot digitize the material surface This problem can occur if Enter or Cancel is pressed immediately after positioning the tool instead of pressing the Digitize button Alternatively this error may occur if one attempt to define the material surface is outside of the specified machine limits for the Z axis To correct this problem revise the Z axis machine limits to match the application See the Z Spindle manual for details on Z axis operation Symptom Short Circuit Detect on XY Depending on the revision of the motor drive board this error message if displayed is indicating the controller has detected a short circuit on the table Disconnect the motor drive cable and inspect the cable for damage If no damage is present on the motor drive cable inspect the wiring on the engraving table 47 Appendix D HPGL Frequently Asked Questions How do change the spindle setup The spindle setup can be changed in Machine Parameters In Machine Parameters the spindle mode may be set to one of the following e Single Pneumatic left solenoid will be enabled only Dual Pneumatic both solenoids will be enabled Single Controlled both solenoids are disabled and Z axis drive is enabled e Controlled Pneumatic left solenoid enabled and Z axis drive is enabled The Spindle Setup locati
9. 5 Job Name Server Using this program you can connect to folders on your network or PC allowing you to find your jobs fast and execute them all from the machine s keypad Other features of Job Name Server can help automate your production process Use the image below to learn about the features of Job Name Server For more information regarding Job Name Server go to Newing Hall Suite 4 Help or contact Newing Hall customer service at 800 255 8804 6 6 Motion Mechanic 38 This application gives user advanced technical control over use and setup of motion controller from a host PC For more information regarding Motion Mechanic go to Newing Hall Suite 4 Help or contact Newing Hall customer service at 800 255 8804 6 7 Machine Update This program is used to update the motion controller when new modules become available For Machine Update to work a valid XMI file must be specified for the connection this is done in the Connection Manager For more information regarding Machine Update go to Newing Hall Suite 4 Help or contact Newing Hall customer service at 800 255 8804 6 8 Machine Parameters This program provides an interface for viewing and changing the machine parameters The machine parameters are the machine specific configurations like the size of the table the resolution the speed of slew motion along with other settings many of which are specifically configured for an individual machine For more inform
10. cause the START LED to flash rapidly for several seconds as above Symptom Z axis stepper does not operate or jog This is typically a setup problem in which the system is defined for a 2 axis system instead of a 3 axis system To correct this problem start Machine Parameters and properly configure the Spindle Setup and Z axis Configuration fields in the Input Output Parameters If the problem persists contact NHI Customer Service Symptom Controller does not start This is typically the result of a blown mains fuse To correct this problem e Disconnect all power from the controller Remove the fuse holder module from mains switch e Note the voltage orientation of the module when it is removed e Check and replace any defective fuse Replace the fuse holder module in the proper voltage orientation e Re connect power If the problem persists contact NHI Customer Service Symptom Controller does not respond loss of FLASH This problem is characterized by complete shutdown of ALL operations and loss of communication with the host computer To correct this problem the controller must be re Flashed using Motion Mechanic Contact NHI Customer Service for further details 45 Symptom LED s are not powered the table Check to make sure the controller is on Is the table equipped with LED s Is the datum cable plugged in at the controller and table The power for the LED s are delivered via the datum cable
11. length of warranty on used refurbished items will be by Newing Hall Inc Such warranty determination of items will be stated on the repair sales order Questions or warranty related questions should be directed to Newing Hall Inc customer service at 800 255 8804 or 419 823 6050 Repair Parts Electronic parts purchased for repair parts are NOT returnable Mechanical parts purchased for repair are returnable with a 3596 restocking fee provided they are returned in new condition In warranty repair parts are subject to validation and exchange Defective items must be returned to Newing Hall Inc and will be credited after receipt and inspection 34 In Warranty Repair Freight and Credit Newing Hall Inc will be responsible for surface freight to the customer on warranty replacement items The customer is responsible to ship back the warranted items via surface freight to Newing Hall Inc and will be credited upon receipt and inspection If a shipping method other than surface freight is requested the difference in surface freight will be the responsibility of the customer Newing Hall Inc reserves the right to change or modify any agreements based on the situation and is the sole discretion of Newing Hall Inc 58
12. located on the left pane 3 Locate the Spindle Tool Change Mode field and set it appropriately Automatic using defined X Y Tool Offsets PAUSE machine pauses for manual tool change Note If PAUSE is selected the spindle type must be single pneumatic in order to have the controller pause during the engraving of the job 3 6 Home Positions Controllers store the system HOME in non volatile memory in order to preserve the HOME position after a power loss This section describes use of the non volatile HOME and also multiple pre set HOME positions Defining Home Home is defined as the position X Y that the controller currently recognizes as the starting position 0 0 Home can only be defined by pressing the Set Home key or using dynamic home The Datum function drives each axis to its hardware defined datum point and zeroes the position counters Any pre existing Home position is preserved but is now relative to the new re defined datum position The Set Home function updates the Home position defined in the controller to the current position of the tool If Preserve Home Yes in the HPGL Setup then the HPGL controller also loads the current Home position into non volatile memory each time Set Home is pressed This allows the Home position to be preserved after the controller is switched OFF or in the event of a power loss if datums are enabled Home position will be saved with or without datums if the E
13. used after the job is cancelled The Cancel key removes the current program from memory This does not reset or After canceling a job pressing the Start key results in no movement and all remnants of previous programs are erased The Cancel key also abandons a selection or numeric entry Note If the job engraves successfully then it is retained in memory This is useful if the job needs to be engraved again without re transmitting the job to the controller To completely clear the memory press Cancel twice to purge the job 14 Jog Turbo Key Pressing Jog Turbo while holding one of the directional jog keys causes the tool to move much faster than the normal jog rate This is useful for traversing a large distance over the work material Start Key Pressing the Start key causes the machine to begin executing the program in memory The Start key can be used to start a job from the beginning or to re start the job from its current position after stopping see below Stop Key Pressing the Stop key causes tool motion to stop Stopping is controlled and so positional STOP accuracy and Home is retained Press the Start key to resume motion If something is wrong and the machine needs to stop immediately press the Emergency Stop button on the right side of the controller This will disable drives and all info will be lost Cyl Flat Key Pressing the Cyl Flat key causes the controller to swit
14. Parameters configuration file The Machine Parameters sets defaults specified in the init file It sets the default values used by the init file such as table size datum s axis configuration etc 53 What is a Datum A datum is a switch or proximity sensor used to determine the table origin To datum the controller press the Datum key on the front panel What is VST Vector Search Technology VST allows the user to stop a job during engraving and move the spindle to another location and re engrave that portion of the job What is the Limit Mask The Limit Mask in Machine Parameters represents the limit switches The limit switches are used to turn on and off datum s and Over travel Bit 1 1 X Bit 2 2 Y Bit 3 4 Z Bit 4 8 X Cylindrical Bit 7 64 Over travel What is Preserve Home Preserve Home allows the controller to save the home position between power cycles The position is saved when the Set Home is pressed Note Pre Set homes are always saved What is the Auto Park Auto Park is the position to automatically Park at the End of a Job The options for Auto Park are listed below e None Machine will not Park Park Machine will automatically park at edge of plot Go Home Machine will automatically GO HOME 54 Warranty Information Newing Hall Inc Equipment Warranty November 1 2012 Basic Warranty Coverage Newing Hall Inc the company warrants new machine
15. a network is not present at the location an indirect connection from the computer to the controller is possible This involves one network interface card in the computer or laptop and a special network cable called a crossover cable that plugs directly into the controller A crossover cable is necessary if you connect two network devices without the use of a hub or switch The diagram below will illustrate this Crossover CAT 5 Cable Computer HPGL Controller Direct Connection Cable Wiring Both types of network cables crossover amp straight though can be purchased at computer supply locations It is also possible to create your own cables if you have the supplies and equipment Below are the pin outs for the crossover amp straight through cables Crossover Cable Pin Pin Orange White 1 1 Green White Orange 2 2 Green Green White 3 3 Orange White Blue 4 4 Blue Blue White 5 5 Blue White Green 6 6 Orange Brown White 7 7T Brown White Brown 8 8 Brown Notes Hold the RJ45 connector with the clip on the bottom Have the opening facing you Standard Patch Cable Orange White Orange Green White Blue Blue White Green Brown White Brown 4 Co Cn A gt 4 A oo 1 4 Software Setup Once the HPGL controller is physically connected to a HUB or directly to the controller using a crossover cable the software environment must be set The following example uses a crossover cabl
16. anager is responsible for creating and configuring the connection between a PC and the machine tool Connection Manager also has some built in testing features that can help diagnose communications issues For more information regarding Connection Manager go to Newing Hall Suite 4 Help or contact Newing Hall customer service at 800 255 8804 6 2 Job Editor This application is used to preview and edit jobs The features in this program provide easy ways to resize reposition or otherwise modify job files For more information regarding Job Editor go to Newing Hall Suite 4 Help or contact Newing Hall customer service at 800 255 8804 6 3 Job Server Factory Job Server Factory is a feature of Machine Tools that allows you to configure certain machines to automatically launch Job Name Server when the machine goes Online That way once the machine is turned on it is ready to use all the features of Job Name Server without launching and configuring it for each connection manually For more information regarding Job Server Factory go to Newing Hall Suite 4 Help or contact Newing Hall customer service at 800 255 8804 6 4 Job Console This program is a real time job execution monitor This program can be used not only for monitoring job progress but is also helpful when troubleshooting issues with job files For more information regarding Job Console go to Newing Hall Suite 4 Help or contact Newing Hall customer service at 800 255 8804 6
17. ation regarding Machine Parameters go to Newing Hall Suite 4 Help or contact Newing Hall customer service at 800 255 8804 39 Appendix A Maintenance Monthly Maintenance Procedures CAUTION To reduce the risk of injury DISCONNECT ALL POWER to the engraving system prior to performing any maintenance Cleaning and Lubricating the NH 300 400 600 Table Remove the Table Plates and clean the channels If your machine is equipped with a T slot or dynagrip table clean them in place Use the jog keys to expose all sections and vacuum the Y rail and X bridge extrusions If the machine is under heavy use then clean these areas more often Clean the ballscrews V wheels and V wheel rods with a clean lint free cloth Using the jog keys apply a light coat of Ballscrew Lubricant or Christo Lube over the entire length of each ballscrew so that there is a 1 16 bead at the nut when the machine is running Do not use petroleum based lubricants such as 3 in 1 Oil or WD40 or any other type of lubricant on theballscrews Use of other lubricants could cause an excessive wear of the nuts and void the warranty Note If the ballscrew is over lubricated it may allow debris to collect on the ballscrew and cause undue wear to the nut and ballscrew Note 2 Lead screws are to be lubricated only with Christo lube Using Newing Hall Ballscrew Lubricant will damage the lead screws and void the warranty Wipe no more than one drop of air tool oil on
18. aves ok The Auto Park is set to None or Park If the controller is configured in this manner pressing Go Home on the controller will send the controller to the home position Why are there long delays in pen up and pen down moves Check the Solenoid on and Solenoid off settings in Machine Parameters Lower the values of the Dwell settings to the desired settings Keep in mind if the Dwells are lowered too much incomplete characters may be present Why does the rotary motor start when I am using a diamond spindle The rotary motor will start if Machine Parameters has turned on the rotary motor This is the default setting To shut off the rotary motor turn the Spindle Percent Speed to the Off position by turning it counter clockwise Why does the spindle move two inches when I am using the right spindle The two inch offset is by design and is used with two spindles diamond or rotary A couple of options are listed below to deal with the two inch offset When homing the spindle use the left spindle If applicable Change the offset in Machine Parameters Use the left spindle What is the Init file Init files contain information concerning the establishment and configuration of the initial settings of the controller and associated hardware i e keypad pendant The init file reads the flash variables defined in the NVRAM file which stored on the controller or sets defaults specified in the init file What is the Machine
19. bles the system for emergency purposes meaning the drive power can only be restored by pressing the Drives On key see above Note Emergency Stop button must be disengaged by rotating it clockwise before Drives On will function CAUTION This button should be used for emergency stopping ONLY since it will cause the system to lose its home position which does not allow recovery by pressing the Start key LED s The LED indicators monitor the operating status of the HPGL controller LED Function START ON during system operation See below for details STOP ON when the system is paused stopped CYL FLAT ON when the system is in CYLINDRICAL mode KEY ON when key is pressed POWER ON when the controller power is ON SPDL ON when rotary spindle drive motor is energized AUX1 ON when AUX1 is enabled AUX2 ON when AUX2 is enabled The APEX HPGL controller reports the following conditions via LED START LED Condition Steady Off No action error Slow Blink Engraving Paused Press Start to resume Medium Blink Ready To Start Press Start to begin Fast Blink No Job Available to execute After pressing Start Fast Blink at power up Drives Disabled Check cabling pullout E Stop switch Press Drives On Steady On Executing Running 19 3 2 HP5 Controller Menu The HP5 controller has an operating menu that provides access to additiona
20. ch internally between its standard flat x axis and its cylindrical axis After pressing the Cyl Flat key the display will require the diameter of the item to be entered once diameter is entered the cylindrical LED will light indicating that the controller is in cylindrical mode Pressing it again switches the controller back to flat mode and the light is disabled SPDL 7 Key Pressing this key turns on the rotary spindle motor Simultaneously adjusting the Spindle Speed Control will allow you to tune the motor to the desired RPM s before engraving Aux1 8 Aux2 9 Keys Pressing the Aux1 and Aux2 keys enable user outputs Auxiliary 1 and Auxiliary 2 respectively These auxiliary outputs can be connected to control external functions such as chip removal and cutting fluid application The keys also used for L eft and R ight spindle functions as used with Test Sol key 15 Test Sol 4 Key This key is used in conjunction with AUX1 L and AUX2 R to actuate the solenoid circuitry for the left and right pneumatic spindles To actuate a pneumatic spindle 1 Press the Test Sol key 2 actuate the Left spindle press Aux1 L key To release press again 3 To actuate the Right spindle press the Aux2 R key To release press again DNC 5 Key files on the host computer Job Name Server must be set up and running 5 The Direct Numeric Control DNC function allows the user to select
21. e Parameters 1 Start Machine Parameters and click on Datum Parameters 2 Change the X Y or Z Limits located in the datum Parameters 3 Save changes to the file and Update the controller File Menu Update Machine Tool How do change the rotary spindle delay Changing the rotary spindle delay 1 Start Machine Parameters 2 Change the Spindle Delay in msec located in Input Output Parameters The default value is 2000 msec 3 Savechanges to file and Update the controller File Menu Update Machine Tool 50 How do make an external switch box to turn on accessories Reference the following diagram AUX 876543821 15 14 13 12 10 9 IEIS MALE LIMIT GROUND 1 ACCESSORY 2 AUXILIARY SWITCH BOX The auxiliaries are configured in Input Output Parameters in Machine Parameters 51 How do change the Auto Park position Changing the Auto Park 1 Start Machine Parameters and click on Input Output Parameters on the left 2 Change the Auto Park to the desired setting None Park Go 3 Save changes to file and Update the controller File Menu Update Machine Tool How do I adjust the speed on curves during engraving To adjust the speed of curves during engraving 1 Start Machine Parameters 2 Change the Parameter Contouring Acceleration located in the Machine Resolution Motion Parameters 3 Save changes to File and Update the con
22. e absolute coordinates of the center of the arc in plotter units The arc angle gt gt parameter defines the angle of rotation in degrees A positive angle produces an arc in the counterclockwise direction and a negative angle produces a clockwise arc Arc Relative AR The AR command draws an arc using relative coordinates from the current position of the tool around the specified center Syntax AR lt lt x gt gt lt lt y gt gt lt lt angle gt gt The x and y parameters define the relative coordinates of the center of the arc in plotter units The arc angle gt gt parameter defines the angle of rotation in degrees A positive angle produces an arc in the counterclockwise direction and a negative angle produces a clockwise arc Delay ZW The ZW command issues a delay to the controller during engraving Syntax ZW lt ctime gt gt The time parameter defines the delay value in milliseconds up to a maximum delay of 65 seconds or 65000 milliseconds 32 Initialize IN The IN command resets the controller to its default settings Syntax IN Plot Absolute PA The PA command places the controller in absolute plotting mode and moves the tool to the specified absolute coordinates using the current tool position Syntax PA lt lt x gt gt y Or PA which places controller in absolute plot mode The x and lt lt gt gt parameters define th
23. e absolute coordinates of the destination for the move s in plotter units More than one X Y pair may be specified before the semicolon for execution in sequence If no coordinate pairs are specified the controller is placed in absolute plotting mode but no movement is generated Pen Down PD The PD command causes the controller to lower the current tool pen into the down position followed by a move to the specified coordinates Syntax PD lt lt x gt gt y Or PD which merely lowers the tool The lt lt x gt gt and lt lt y gt gt parameters define the coordinates of the destination for move s in plotter units More than one X Y pair may be specified before the semicolon for execution in sequence If no coordinate pairs are specified the tool is lowered but no movement is generated Either absolute or relative coordinates may be used and are enabled by the previous PA or PR command Plot Relative PR The PR command places the controller in relative plotting mode and moves the tool to the specified relative coordinate using the current tool position Syntax PR lt lt gt gt lt lt y Or PR which places controller in relative plot mode The x and lt lt gt gt parameters define the relative coordinates of the destination for the move s in plotter units More than one X Y pair may be specified before the semicolon for execution in sequence If no coordinate pairs a
24. e directly connected to the pc and controller NOT EVERY POSSIBLE CONFIGURATION IS SHOWN Two Examples are provided below Direct Connection Configuration Using the Supplied Crossover Network Cable no network switch or hub If in a network switch or hub skip to step 10 Turn on the Computer and HPGL controller Verify the Link light is on the PC or HUB Configure the network interface on the computer Note If you have network administrators seek their expertise Open the Control Panel Select the Network and Internet Connections link located in the control panel Next select Network Connections Right click Local Area Connection and select properties Double click TCP IP in the text box Enter the following settings These settings are generic and can not support every possible configuration IP Address 192 168 1 5 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Bo 9o OQ tA Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties a General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 1322 168 1 Subnet mask 255 255 255 Default gateway Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server 9 Press ok to dismiss the dialog box and save the se
25. e internal power circuitry which delivers power to the stepper motor drives the rotary spindle drive and the solenoids The Drives key must be pressed immediately after power on and after using the Emergency Stop button in order to re activate power to the system to allow it to engrave VST 0 Key a job This function searches for the nearest vector point in the job and re starts engraving The VST key activates the Vector Search Technology in order to backup or skip through at that point To use the VST follow this procedure while running a job Press Stop The START LED blinks slowly Jog the tool to the desired restart location Press the VST key If the search was successful the tool will snap to the new vector the START LED will resume a slow blink indicating that a vector was found and the controller is ready 5 Press Start to resume execution at the new point ce per See section 3 4 Vector Search Technology for details 17 Key This key has two functions The first function The VST key re activates the Vector Search Technology if the initial search was unsuccessful To use the VST follow this procedure while running a job Press Stop The START LED blinks slowly Jog the tool to the desired restart location Press the VST key If the search was unsuccessful the controller will issue a fast blink sequence and then stop blinking altogether Press Start to resu
26. e transmit the job from Engrave Lab via Ethernet communications Enabling Local DNC 1 Select Local using the up and down arrow keys 2 Press Enter to exit Parking The Parking command provides selection between available options for tool spindle position at the end of the job 1 Select the Parking command and then press Enter 2 Use up down arrow keys to select between options e NOT PARK Leaves the tool at the end of job position e PARK AT EDGE OF PLOT Drives the tool to x20 y Y max at end of job GOHOME Drives the tool to HOME after end of job 3 Press Enter to select the parking mode Select Interface The Select Interface command provides selection between available interface formats for the controller 1 Select the Select Interface command and then press Enter 2 Use up down arrow keys to select HPGL or G amp M 3 Press Enter to set the interface Cut Speed Toggles between Individual and Global e Individual allows you to have different cut speeds for left right and both spindles e Global sets same cut speed for all spindles Speed will be set on the main menu under Cut Speed 23 Limits Config Allows you to turn on X Y and Z limits individually Limits must be enabled in order to use datums or Z spindle Run Self Test The Run Self Test command executes the built in self test in order to test the motion operation s 1 Jog the tool into the lo
27. ecure with screws 5 Connect the rotary motor power cord to the rotary motor power connector on the back of the controller Note You can use Ethernet or serial connection for communications you cannot use both THE CONTROLLER IS SUPPLIED WITH A CROSSOVER NETWORK CABLE IF YOU PLAN ON USING THE HPGL CONTROLLER USING A NETWORK WITH A HUB OR SWITCH YOU MUST USE A STRAIGHT THROUGH NETWORK CABLE For tables with Datum sensors fitted 6 Connect the 15 pin DATUM cable to the 15 pin DATUM port on the back of the controller 7 Connect the remaining end of the 15 pin DATUM cable to the NH engraving table Note On current production tables the LED s are powered through the datum cable The LAST step is to connect standard power cord to controller Connect remaining end of the power cable to a standard wall outlet Installing and Configuring Ethernet Network Setups Network setups can be very simple or complex If you have a network administrator it will be advisable to seek their expertise There are a number of ways to attach the controller to a network The first setup uses a hub or switch recommended Every connection made on the network connects directly to the hub or switch The wiring to the hub or switch is a straight through CAT 5 network cable The diagram below will illustrate this Straight Through CAT 5 Network Cable mmm 1 Computers Hub or Switch HPGL Controller Using a Hub or Switch If
28. ee Cut Speed under configuration menu for more information Note The non cutting tool up feed rate is executed at Vmax for each axis and is not affected by the current Cut Speed 20 Set Dwell Up The Set Dwell Up command allows the user to override the default dwell up setting from the control panel Dwell up is a machine pause that allows enough time for the pneumatic spindle to fully retract out of the material surface prior to XY motion To set the dwell up 1 Select the Set Dwell Up command 2 From the numeric keypad enter the new dwell delay for up dwell in milliseconds 3 Press Enter Set Dwell Down The Set Dwell Down command allows the user to override the default dwell down setting from the control panel Recall that dwell down is a machine pause that allows enough time for the pneumatic spindle to achieve its full cutting depth prior to XY motion To set the dwell down 1 Select the Set Dwell Down command 2 From the numeric keypad enter the new dwell delay for down dwell in milliseconds 3 Press Enter Move XY Axes The Move command allows the user to program a specific X Y move from the controller keypad To execute a Move follow these steps 1 Select the Move X Y Axes and then press Enter 2 Enter the desired absolute X axis coordinate relative to HOME then press Enter 3 Enter the desired absolute Y axis coordinate relative to HOME then press Enter 4 Press Enter to execute t
29. ent to the factory it is necessary to obtain a Return Materials Authorization RMA number from the Customer Service Department Equipment returned without an RMA number MARKED ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE SHIPPING CARTON will be REFUSED The Basic Warranty covers surface UPS return freight charges from NHI Customer Service to the customer s location The customer is responsible for all freight charges from their facility to Customer Service The customer is also responsible for the difference in return freight charges for delivery by means other than surface UPS It is strongly suggested that all equipment be sufficiently insured and returned in an authorized factory carton to assure proper handling during shipment Extended Warranty Coverage Extended Warranty coverage is available after the expiration of the Basic Warranty The Extended Warranty provides the same coverage as the Basic Warranty for tables and controllers only The current cost is one thousand dollars 1000 00 per year which extends coverage for a 12 month period To implement an Extended Warranty it must be ordered prior to the expiration of the previous warranty period Note The Extended Warranty does not cover items which NHI has determined to have failed due to normal wear and tear including but not limited to motor brushes belts and cutters Proper preventive maintenance of components will minimize the need for repair service Non Warranty Service Repair service work not c
30. er is the distance that the tool will retract above the material surface in order to traverse the engraving material to the next figure in the job This parameter allows the user to specify sufficient lift for the tool to clear the material surface and jigging etc and yet maintain the tool in the lowest possible position during a traversal in order to achieve optimal job performance To set the Z Lift Height parameter follow these steps 1 Select the Z Lift Height command and then press Enter 2 Enter the Tool Lift and then press Enter Z axis Speed The Z Axis Speed parameter is the down travel feed rate for the Z axis movements Z axis up travel occurs at max Z speed Define Preset Home This command is available only if datums are configured on the system It allows the user to establish a pre set at the current tool position to be saved in the controller s non volatile memory for use at a later date Nine independent positions are available Load Preset Home This command is available only if datums are fitted configured on the system It allows the user to load one of 9 previously defined Home positions and drive the tool immediately to that position More detail regarding the pre set Home positions is presented in the Home Positions section at the end of this chapter Pocket milling Pocket Milling allows the user to machine jobs within a deep pocket up to the length of stroke on the spindle To ope
31. from available job To use DNC 1 Press DNC 2 Scan the list of displayed jobs using the arrow keys 3 Highlight the desired job 4 Press Enter to load the job or Cancel to abort Digitize 6 Key Pressing the Digitize key allows the user to set the surface if using a controlled Z spindle This is necessary in order to establish an accurate depth of cut To digitize the surface use the following method Insert the cutting tool into the Z spindle and tighten Press the Digitize key Jog the tool down until the point of the tool barely touches the material surface Press the Digitize key again The tool will retract to the starting position Pa If the material surface is undefined when the user presses Start the controller will automatically prompt the user to digitize the surface Set Home 1 Key Pressing the Set Home key causes the system to reset its origin to the current position of the tool The new origin or 0 0 position is established and all movement is relative to the new origin 16 2 The Home key causes system to move to its previously established 0 0 position This Home is established using the Set Home key above Datum 3 Key The Datum key is used to drive the tool to its physical origin or Datum point This function is only applicable for engraving tables with datum sensors fitted Drives Key The Drives key activates th
32. he motor and cause controller malfunction 41 Check Diamond Spindle Insert Check the diamond insert to make sure it has not worn by engraving a sample plate Use a new insert to engrave the same sample and compare quality Check V wheel Adjustment There are four V wheels located inside the Y rails of the engraving table and one V wheel located inside the bridge Check the two V wheels on the right side of the machine by holding the V wheel between thumb and forefinger If any of the V wheels can be turned then they are in need of adjustment Contact Newing Hall Inc Customer Service for instructions regarding V wheel adjustment Do not attempt to adjust the V wheel without first consulting Newing Hall Inc Customer Service or the table will become out of square 42 Appendix Cable Connection Mouse Cable Serial Cable Comm 1 or 2 Ethernet Motor Driver Cable Cylindrical Cable opt 43 Appendix C Troubleshooting Symptom Cannot communicate with controller This can be caused by a number of factors e Controller not turned on via the main power switch e Controller E Stop button engaged e Ethernet Serial cable not connected e Software improperly set up Communication Parameters Controller HP1 HP3 4 5 Baud Rate 19200 57600 Parity Even Even Stop Bits 1 1 Data Bits 8 8 Handshake Hardware Hardware Conflict in host computer communications Ethernet po
33. he Move or Cancel to abort Clear Home The Clear Home command abandons the current HOME position leaving it undefined Display Job Time The Display Job Time command displays the run time of the previously executed job in minutes and seconds To display the job time press Enter Press Cancel to Exit Dynamic Home This feature aids the user to quickly set the 5 possible home locations by digitizing the upper left and lower right of the plate To operate Dynamic Home Select the Dynamic Home command and press Enter Select Corners and press Enter Move the spindle to the top left of the plate and press Enter Move the spindle to the bottom right of the plate and press Enter Scroll down to select 1 of the 5 possible home locations and press Enter vues cU Pour 21 Purge Job The Purge Job command clears the current job buffer and readies the controller for a new job 1 Select the Purge Job command and then press Enter 2 Use the left right keys to select between options YES Clear job buffer NO Abandon this command 3 Press Enter to activate the selected option Batching This feature aids the user running a set number of the same job a preset number of times Press Enter to access enter batch count and press Enter to accept Cyl Diameter When switching to cylindrical mode the pendant will ask for a diameter and apply that diameter during engraving This allows flat mode j
34. ight side of the rear cross member Attach the rotary drive arm to the magnet with the screws located in the center of the front drive arm Assembly For Tables with Pedestal 400 600 Remove the controller from its carton and carefully place the controller upside down facing you on a stable protected surface near the engraving table Locate the controller bracket and align the holes in the bracket with the four 4 tapped holes on the bottom of the controller Secure the bracket to the controller making sure that the angle of the bracket post is toward the rear of the controller Assemble the controller arm to the mounting post located to the left rear of the pedestal and secure it with the lever knob Attach the controller to the arm and secure it with the remaining lever knob Mouse Cable Serial Cable Comm 1 or 2 Ethernet Motor Driver Cable Cylindrical Cable opt 1 3 Cable Connections Be sure that the power to the controller and the host computer is OFF before connecting any cables Connect the cables as follows 1 Connect the Ethernet cable to the controller Ethernet port 2 Connect the remaining end of the Ethernet cable to the computer s Ethernet port or network hub 3 Connect the 25 pin Motor Driver cable to the motor driver port on the back of the controller Be sure to secure with screws 4 Connect the remaining end of the 25 pin Motor Driver cable to the NH engraving table Be sure to s
35. l features Jog Keys Up Down The up down jog keys 1 2 are used to select menu frames in the menu system The 3 key moves from the currently selected menu item function to the next item function The tt key moves from the currently selected menu item function to the previous item function Jog Keys Left Right The left right jog keys 5 are used to select menu items in the menu system Enter The Enter key accepts the currently selected item displayed on the LCD It is most common uses are 1 To invoke the controller s menu system from the main Newing Hall display Pressing Enter at the main screen will recall the previously visited menu frame 2 To activate initiate the currently selected menu item command 3 To accept confirm the currently displayed number during numeric data entry Cancel The Cancel key abandons the currently selected item Enter Menu Options Cut Speed The Cut Speed parameter is the feed rate for the X Y axis movements during cutting this is the maximum feed rate the controller may slow the movement down temporarily in order to navigate turns This value can also be modified by the SF command in the HPGL command stream To change the Cut Speed 1 Select the Cut Speed command 2 From the numeric keypad enter the cut speed in inches per second 3 Press Enter Cut Speed can be set individually for left right and both spindles or globally for all spindles the same S
36. me the search from another position 6 Press VST 7 Go back to step 2 Bow CA This key will delete Local DNC jobs while in the Local DNC menu To delete a job in the controllers flash memory Enter Local DNC by pressing DNC on the controllers front panel Using the cursor select the job you wish to delete Pressing the VST key will delete the job A confirmation will be displayed to verify deletion of the selected job Press Enter to delete or Cancel to abort Feed Rate Control The Feed Rate control is a rotary dial that establishes the maximum feed rate for engraving Turning the dial counter clockwise reduces the feed rate and turning the dial clockwise increases the feed rate The Feed Rate control may be operated during motion to fine tune the tool speed for optimal engraving Default maximum feed rate is 4 inches per second The Spindle Speed control is a rotary dial that establishes the RPM speed of the rotary motor Turning the dial counter clockwise reduces the RPM all the way to full stop at the extreme counter clockwise position Turning the dial fully clockwise sets the RPM to maximum speed OFF 100 The Spindle Speed control may be operated during motion to fine tune SPINDLE SPEED the spindle speed for optimal engraving Default maximum spindle speed is 24 000 RPM 18 Emergency Stop Button The Emergency Stop button immediately stops all motion by removing power from the system This action disa
37. mergency stop button is pressed during operation Setting this value to No causes the controller to power up with an undefined home position see below The Go Home function causes the tool to be moved from its current position to the currently defined Home position If Home is undefined then no movement is made 29 Restoring the Home Position after Power Loss When datums are enabled the controller stores the current Home position X Y in non volatile memory each time the user presses the Set Home button This is to guard against losing Home in the event that power is lost or the Emergency Stop button is depressed Home is reset to this previously stored position X Y on power up if Preserve Home Yes in the HPGL Setup Operation in Cylindrical vs Flat Mode The controller maintains separate position registers for flat and cylindrical mode HOME s This is because the X axis mechanical properties of the machine are different in each mode When in FLAT mode the Set Home function records the current FLAT mode HOME position and does NOT ALTER the cylindrical mode Home position The Go Home function in FLAT mode goes to the previously saved FLAT mode Home ignoring the CYL mode When in CYL mode the Set Home function records the current CYL mode HOME position and does NOT ALTER the FLAT mode Home position Logically the Go Home function in CYL mode goes to the previously saved CYL mode Home ignoring the FLAT m
38. nd right brush covers forward and remove for accessibility Clean the brush covers using an ordinary degreaser Dry them thoroughly before re installing To check for play in the y axis bearing cell plate grasp the x bridge and attempt to move it front to back of the table while touching the bearing cell plate If there is any play evident in the bearing cell plate contact Customer Service at 1 800 255 8804 for replacement Do not attempt to adjust the bearing cell plate It is preset and cannot be adjusted Ballscrew Inspection Ballscrews do not require any adjustments The only maintenance required is to keep them clean and lubricated with ballscrew lubricant Inspect Motor Drive Belts Remove the belts to check for excessive wear or fraying On NH 300 and NH 400 models the belts are 37 on the front and 41 on the rear The NH 600 model belts are 54 on the front and 48 on the rear Inspect Motor Brushes First UNPLUG THE MOTOR The motor connector is located on the back of the controller Remove the motor brushes located near the top of the motor Excessive brush wear is indicated if the brush is worn to the notch Replace both brushes if either brush exhibits excessive wear Replace the motor connector on the back of the HPGL controller test using the Spindle key on the front panel Run the spindle motor for 10 minutes at 100 to seat the brushes Warning Newly installed brushes that are not seated properly may cause damage to t
39. nd with the SPO command IN is interpreted as begin job and SPO is interpreted as end of job Velocity Select VS The VS command sets the max feed rate for the controller see also SF Syntax VS lt lt gt The lt lt f gt gt parameter is the feed rate index from 1 to 60 60210096 34 Index Relative ZO120 The ZO120 command rotates the indexing head by a relative offset Syntax ZO120 lt lt gt gt The r parameter defines the relative offset from the current position of the indexing head in plotter units This command automatically performs an indexing sequence using the cylindrical mode The sequence is defined as De energize Solenoid 1 auxiliary e Switch into CYL mode e Index CYL axis by lt lt r gt gt plotter units FROM THE CURRENT POSITION e Switch back into FLAT mode e Energize Solenoid 1 auxiliary This command is best used for general indexing within the job Index Absolute 20121 The ZO121 command rotates the indexing head to an absolute coordinate Syntax 20121 lt lt a gt gt The lt lt a gt gt parameter defines the new absolute coordinate position of the indexing head in plotter units This command automatically performs an indexing sequence using the cylindrical mode The sequence is defined as e De energize Solenoid 1 auxiliary e Switch into CYL mode e Index to absolute position a on CYL axis e Switch back into FLAT mode e Energize Solenoid 1 au
40. ng Box Check the shipping box for damage If any damage is found it is important for insurance purposes to indicate this on the freight company s bill of lading before accepting shipment Call Newing Hall s Customer Service at 1 800 255 8804 to report any damage Unpacking Open shipping carton carefully and remove all boxes DO NOT DAMAGE SHIPPING CARTONS Items returned to the factory for service must be shipped in their original containers and packed according to applicable instructions provided Check the packing list to see that all items have arrived Call Customer Service if there is a discrepancy 1 2 Installing the Controller Assembly For Tables without Pedestal Procedure 1 Unpack the table and place on a secure surface Remove the plastic tie straps and bridge block 2 Unpack the controller from its carton 3 Two l inch nylon set screws are installed diagonally on the controller Using these set screws as guides drop the guides through the controller screw holes on the bracket 4 Attach two of button head cap screws 10 32 x 3 8 to controller and secure using Allen wrench 5 Remove both nylon set screws 6 Attach the remaining button head cap screws 10 32 x 3 8 to the controller and secure using the Allen wrench NOTE A small magnet is located on the left side of the controller bracket This magnet is used to secure the rotary drive when not in use The rotary drive mounts on the r
41. ning Z motion dimension Spindle RPM Tool change X axis dimension Y axis dimension Z axis dimension NIKI 216 Supported G amp M Code Commands Command Syntax Traverse G00 Xd d Yd d Zd d Fd d Td d Ctext string Linear Move G01 Xd d Yd d Zd d Fd d 2D Arc clockwise G02 Xd d Yd d Zd d Id d Jd d Kd d Fd d 2D Arc counter clockwise G03 Xd d Yd d Zd d Id d Jd d Kd d Fd d Dwell seconds G04 Fd d XY plane for helical G17 XZ plane for helical G18 YZ plane for helical G19 Go Home G37 Clear soft Home G62 Imperial Units inches G70 Metric Units mm G71 3D Arc clockwise G72 Xd d Yd d Zd d Id d Jd d Kd d Fd d 3D Arc counter clockwise Relative Mode 2D arcs G73 Xd d Yd d Zd d Id d Jd d Kd d Fd d G74 Use G90 G91 Mode 2D arcs G75 Peck Drill G83 Rd d Zd d Dd d Fd d Absolute Coordinate Mode G90 Relative Coordinate Mode G91 Set soft Home G92 Xd d Yd d Zd d Set Spindle Speed rpm G97 Sd Set Virtual Port G98 Pd Dd Program Pause M00 Optional Pause MOI Program End M02 2D Device ON 3D Device ON M12 2D Device OFF M21 3D Device OFF M22 Program Start M90 Program Replay M91 Exit CNC Interpreter M99 37 Chapter 6 Newing Hall Suite 4 6 1 Connection Manager Connection M
42. obs to be accurately transferred to a cylindrical surface To operate Cyl Diameter 1 Select the Cyl Diameter command and press Enter 2 Enter the desired diameter and press Enter Ethernet Setting Press enter to get to the following Specify IP Allows specific IP address to be entered e Display IP Displays the current IP address Ethernet Status Displays Link information as well as transmit and receive information Configuration Menu e Display Units This feature allows the user to set the desired units Metric or Imperial 1 Select the Display Units command and press Enter 2 Select imperial or Metric by pressing the up down arrow keys followed by Enter 3 The controller will convert the units and reboot e Display Colors This feature allows the user to set the desired colors for the display 22 DNC Mode There are two modes of operation local DNC and Remote DNC Remote DNC stores the job files on a remote PC Local DNC is a feature that allows users to store job files in flash memory of the controller This allows users the ability to keep jobs in the controller between power cycles Since the job files are stored in flash memory no batteries are required to maintain the files in the controller when power is off The default value is set to ELAB This allows the user to re run the job after it successfully engraves by simply pressing Start again on the controller Therefore it is not necessary to r
43. ode The controller automatically maintains home positions when the user switches between FLAT and CYL modes Preset Home Positions Nine home position pre sets can be defined in the controller These pre set menu functions are only available if X amp Y DATUMS are defined on the controller and if the user is NOT in cylindrical mode To define a pre set access the controller s menu system as follows Press Enter to activate the menu system Scroll the menu to select the Define Preset Home command and press Enter Scroll the list of pre sets to highlight the desired position Press Enter to select the desired pre set Jog the tool to the desired home location if necessary watching the LCD for precise coordinates Press Set Home to define and select the desired pre set 7 Press Cancel to exit the menu system 8 Press Go Home to drive the tool to the new Home position If a pre set has not been defined specifically defaults to 0 0 0 or the DATUM position To use a pre set access the menu system as follows Press Enter to activate the menu system Scroll the menu to select the Load Preset Home command and press Enter Scroll the list of pre sets using the up down keys to highlight the desired position Press Set Home to load the new Home position Press Cancel to exit the menu system Press Go Home to drive the tool to the new Home position Stn d wr
44. on in Machine Parameters will vary depending on the menu system in use How do change the feed rate on the controller The Feed Rate may be adjusted by turning the Feed Rate knob on the HPGL controller How do change the dwells on the controller The dwell may be configured two ways depending on the HPGL controller model If the desired change is to be permanent the change must be made in Machine Parameters To change the dwells on the controller 1 Start Machine Parameters and click on Input Output Parameters 2 Change the Solenoid On Solenoid Off delay to the desired time msec values 3 Save changes to the file and Update the controller File Menu Update Machine Tool Solenoid On Solenoid Off delay may be changed in the Menu system on the controller To activate the menu system press the Enter key on the controller Scroll down with the arrow keys until the dwell up dwell down is displayed Place the cursor on the item to change and press the Enter key again The controller will now display the current value To change the dwell value type in the new value using the number keypad on the controller When complete press Enter to save the changes and press Cancel to exit the Menu Note Changing the values on the controller using the Menu is only temporary When the controller is shut off the default values are loaded on power up The default values are set in Machine Parameters 48 How do set the controller to s
45. onnection with in warranty repairs Loaner equipment is generally available for Flatbed Engraving Tables Numerical Controllers and some accessories Loaner equipment is generally dispatched via UPS to arrive within two working days of the repair order See Field Service Units section later in this document for details The Basic Warranty covers surface UPS freight charges from NHI to the customer s location The customer is responsible for all return freight charges from their facility to NHI Availability of FSU s is not guaranteed but the company will provide FSUs as they are available If no loaner equipment is available at the time of the repair order the customer may elect to ship the equipment overnight to NHI where it will be repaired and returned overnight via UPS The customer is responsible for all return freight charges from their facility to NHI 33 The Customer Service Department provides cost free telephone assistance for Newing Hall Inc customers with questions concerning the operation of our equipment including software set up machine adjustments and equipment malfunctions Services are available from 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM Eastern Standard Time Monday through Friday except for holidays To reach this service call 800 255 8804 or 419 823 6050 New customers and in warranty customers are given priority over out of warranty customers In Warranty Repairs Returns In order to return equipm
46. overed under warranty will be performed with charges for labor and parts The labor charge is Ninety Dollars 90 00 per hour freight charges for both Field Service Controllers and customer controllers are the responsibility of the customer for all NON warranty repairs Charges for Field Service Units are payable in advance or COD Priority is given to customers covered under Warranty if sufficient Field Service Units are not available to meet demand Field Service Units Field Service Units FSU are Controllers and or Flatbed Tables They are available for temporary use by customers when it is necessary to return their unit to the Customer Service Department for repair During the warranty period there is no charge for this service There is a One Hundred Seventy Five Dollar 175 00 charge per repair event for non warranty customers Availability of FSU s cannot be guaranteed but the company will provide FSUs as they are available After the customer s unit has been repaired and returned it is the customer s responsibility to return the company s FSU s by surface UPS at the customer s expense The customer must ship the FSU within two business days after receiving 56 their repaired unit Prompt return of FSU s is necessary to insure that FSU s are available for all customers Customers who fail to adhere to this policy will have rental charges assessed Shipping Cartons Because of possible rough handling by the various shipping com
47. panies the Newing Hall shipping cartons have been specially designed to protect the equipment that they hold There is a fee for replacement of shipping cartons It is suggested that all equipment be properly insured and returned in an authorized factory carton to assure proper handling during shipment Return Authorization It is necessary to obtain a Return Materials Authorization RMA number from the Customer Service Department at 800 255 8804 or 419 823 6050 Merchandise returned without an RMA number MARKED ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE SHIPPING CARTON will be REFUSED Replacement Parts New parts Parts and accessories are warranted for 90 days unless otherwise stated The 90 day parts warranty does not cover items which NHI has determined to have failed due to normal wear and tear including but not limited to motor brushes belts and cutters The 90 day parts warranty does not cover products that have been abused or used for purposes for which they were not intended or designed Proper preventive maintenance of components and equipment will minimize the need for premature replacement service Newing Hall Inc reserves the right to repair replace any components deemed to be in warranty Questions or warranty related questions should be directed to Newing Hall Inc customer service at 800 255 8804 Refurbished and Used Parts Refurbished and used parts are not warranted unless stated at the point of sale Determination of warranty status and
48. pressing the appropriate number keys on the numeric keypad These keys are dual function which means that they act as numeric keys during numeric data entry modes in addition to their normal functions The controller switches to numbers instead of functions as appropriate When prompted to enter a number simply press the corresponding numeric key sequences followed by the Enter key For example entering the number 3 14 e g feed rate 15 done like this 1 Press 3 shares the DATUM key 2 Press Shares the VST key 3 Press 1 shares the SET HOME key 4 Press 4 shares the TEST SOL key 5 Press Enter To change the sign of a number press Press again to change to the opposite sign To abandon the current entry press Cancel 13 Jog Keys The Jog keys are the four arrow keys at the left side of the control panel These keys are used to move the tool manually Causes the tool to move toward the back of the table Causes the tool to move toward the front of the table Causes the tool to move to the left Causes the tool to move to the right Causes the and respectively if using Z keys to move the Z spindle up and down The Jog Keys also navigate the on board menu system See the next section for details Enter Key Pressing the Enter key accepts the selected item in the on board display Cancel Key erase its HOME position so the Go Home key can still be
49. rate in Pocket Milling mode Use the arrow key to select ON Press Enter Establish parameters cut depth clearance etc Select Esc to exit menu Load the first work piece 25 Position tool over local home within pocket and press Set Home Press Digitize and define the material surface Send a job to the controller Press Start to begin job execution The job will complete and then datum 0 Unload the work piece and load another work piece as desired Note The Park feature must be disabled or OFF for Pocket Milling to operate properly Configuration Menu with Limits enabled the following will be present Pos after datum This command position after datum allows the user to establish an origin for the machine to stop at after datuming Note Unlike other menu commands POS after Datum makes changes to the NVRAM file making it permanent in the controller s memory This is useful on power up so that POS after Datum does not have to be repeated on every power up 26 3 3 APEX HPGL Data Cables Serial Cable Logic 1061919 Pin DB9F 9 Signal 2 2 3 3 RX 4 4 DTR 5 5 GND 6 6 DSR 7 7 RTS 8 8 CTS Datum Cable Logic 2500703 DB 15 Plug DB 9 Receptacle DB 9 Plug Table Signal Wire Pin 6 Pin 2 3 5 Pin 9 V LED
50. re specified the controller is placed in relative plotting mode but no movement is generated 33 Pen Up PU The PU command causes the controller to raise the current tool pen into the retracted position followed by a move to the specified coordinates Syntax PU lt lt gt gt lt lt gt gt or PU which merely retracts the tool The lt lt x gt gt and lt lt y gt gt parameters define the coordinates of the destination for move s in plotter units More than one X Y pair may be specified before the semicolon for execution in sequence If no coordinate pairs are specified the tool is raised but no movement is generated Either absolute or relative coordinates may be used and are enabled by the previous PA or PR command Set Max Feed SF The SF command sets the max feed rate for the controller see also VS Syntax SF lt lt gt gt The lt lt gt gt parameter is the feed rate in mm sec Select Pen SP The SP command activates the specified pen to be used for engraving This actually causes the controller to use the left right or both solenoids to actuate the spindles Syntax SP lt lt gt gt The n is a pen index as follows Index Spindle pen Enabled 1 Left Spindle solenoid 2 Right Spindle solenoid 3 Both Spindle solenoid Note The controller requires that the HPGL file transmitted for engraving begin with the IN command and e
51. rt setup e Defective communications port hardware PC or controller Symptom Drives will not turn ON when pressing Drives This is typically caused by a connection problem in the power circuit e Controller not turned on via the main power switch e Motor Driver cable 25 pin not connected and secured e Emergency Stop button engaged e Loose wiring inside the controller on the Emergency Stop button To correct this problem resolve the common causes above and try again If the problem persists contact NHI Customer Service Symptom Table does not datum when pressing Datum This is typically due to the datum s not being enabled in the machine setup To correct this problem start Machine Parameters locate the Datum Parameters and set the Limit Mask to 3 for X Y sensors or 7 for X Y Z sensors If the Z travels in the wrong direction Power off and switch the Z Datum connection on the spindle 44 Symptom Table does not engrave when pressing Start This can result from a number of factors e No job has been sent from the host software The job was previously cancelled To correct this problem verify that a job has actually been sent from the host PC Pressing Start when no valid job is available causes the system to flash the START LED rapidly for several seconds Also canceling a job requires that it be re transmitted from the host PC to run again Pressing Start immediately after canceling a job will
52. s software and accessories that are manufactured by Newing Hall to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 24 months beginning on the day the product is shipped 24 Month Warranty Coverage The Basic Warranty covers materials and workmanship of Newing Hall products for the first 24 months of ownership including but not limited to Engraving Table Electrical Mechanical Components Engraving Table Base Electrical Mechanical Components Vise Assembly Components Cylindrical Device Assembly Table Plate Inserts e g Table Plates T Slot Dynagrip Numerical Controller Electrical Mechanical Components Items Not Covered Under The Basic Warranty The Basic Warranty does not cover items which NHI has determined to have failed due to normal wear and tear including but not limited to motor brushes belts and cutters The Basic Warranty does not cover products that have been abused or used for purposes for which they were not intended or designed Accessories not manufactured by Newing Hall including but not limited to personal computers PC s air compressors and blower assemblies are covered by warranties from the companies that manufacture these products and are not covered under warranty by Newing Hall Separate warranty information is packed with these products and it is the customer s responsibility to follow each company s policy Field Service Units The Basic Warranty provides for cost free loaner equipment in c
53. sired restart point press the VST key The controller searches for the closest matching point in the job If the work file is long this may take a while If a matching point is found the controller will immediately move the tool to the precise restart location and the START LED will revert to a slow blink Do ONE of the following e Press Start to start from the current location The LED will go on steady and engraving will begin from the new start point e Press the UP arrow jog key to search for the next matching location within the search area e Press Job Cancel to abort the vector search e Press VST jog the tool to a new search position and then go to step 2 above If a matching point is NOT found the START LED will issue a fast blink sequence and then go out At this point do ONE of the following e initiate a new search press Start followed by VST Then jog the tool to the next search position and go to step 2 above restart from the beginning of the job press Start to recall the job and then press Start again to restart the job from the beginning 28 3 5 Tool Changes The HPGL controller supports the option of either automatic tool offsets OR pausing for manual tool changes This is configured via Machine Parameters prior to the start of engraving Setup To configure the HPGL for a specific spindle mode 1 Start Machine Parameters 2 Select the Input Output Parameters
54. tart engraving automatically when I send a job Configuring the controller to start automatically For safety reasons not recommended 1 Start Machine Parameters and click on Table Parameters 2 Change the value Job Start Confirmation to None 3 Savechanges to the file and Update the controller File Menu Update Machine Tool How turn on and off datums on the table Via the Pendant LCD equipped controllers only Press the Enter key to enter the menu system on the controller Scroll down the menu system and select Configuration Menu and press Enter Select Limits Config Scroll down and place the curser on the following 3 line items to enable or disable them X Limit enabled disabled Y Limit enabled disabled Z Limit enabled disabled Reboot the controller via the mains power switch in the right rear mb ue Via Machine Parameters 1 Make certain the table is equipped with datum s 2 Start Machine Parameters and click on Datum Parameters 3 Change the Limit Mask to the appropriate setting located in the datum Parameters Bit Mask settings Bit 1 1 X Bit 2 2 Y Bit 3 4 Z 4 8 X Cylindrical Bit 7 64 Over travel For example The Limit Mask Parameter is used to adjust all datum s on the controller If the user enables the X and Y datum s the Limit Mask will be set to 3 The bit mask is derived by the values X 2 1 and Y 2 therefore the Limit Mask is set to 3 because 1 2 3
55. troller File Menu Update Machine Tool The default value is 20 If it is necessary to adjust the Contouring Acceleration lower or raise this parameter in increments only How do change the X axis offset To change the X axis offset 1 Start Machine Parameters and click on Input Output Parameters on the left 2 Change the Parameter X Tool Offset to the desired value 3 Save changes to File and Update the controller File Menu Update Machine Tool How do make the rotary motor stay off when the controller is engraving To turn of the rotary motor move the Percent Spindle Speed counter clockwise on the controller to the off position Where can find documentation on supported HPGL commands for the HPGL controller Supported HPGL commands may be found in the Online HPGL Manual Chapter 5 HPGL Command Set Why doesn t the controller take a job A number of reasons may be at the cause if the controller will not take a job Listed below are the most common reasons Controller not turned on Hthernet Serial cable disconnected or damaged Wrong communications port on host PC and or settings 22 e Corrupt or missing flash files in controller Drives are not on Home is not set The Start button has not been depressed after the controller LED blinks Why doesn t the controller go home after the job is complete If the controller is not going to the home position after the job is complete but engr
56. ttings Start here if machine is connected to a network and an IP address has been assigned 10 Install Newing Hall Suite 4 and click OK to continue to setup your machine connection Using the CD supplied with your controller Information Newing Hall Suite 4 is installed The next step is to create a connection to the Machine Please ensure the Machine is turned on and connected to the network ow 11 Select your machine from the list and click OK Select the machine tools for which you want to generate connection files Use the ctrl or shift key to select more than one machine tool Machine Tool NHI1636 16864 192 168 1 10 Refresh 12 The program will now generate the connection and prompt you when it is finished If the connection was successful your machine tools is now setup You can access your machine connection with the Machine Tools icon in the lower right corner of your task bar 10 Controller Test To verify that the controller is in working order 1 7 Turn on the POWER switch on the rear of the controller The START light will blink when the controller completes its power on self test diagnostics If the datum cable is plugged in the LED s should be on which are located under the T slot of the table Press the Drives button to activate the motors Press the Datum button to datum the machine if datum switches are fitted enabled on your machine Press the jog X lt
57. urface The tool will retract after the surface 15 set 11 Chapter 2 Quick Start 2 1 Turning on System Power CAUTION Please refer to Chapter Installation for instructions to assemble the system and connect the cables before turning on the power to the controller The power switch is located on the back of the controller on the right side when viewed from the front Press the switch to turn on the power After a few moments the POWER LED will light and the START LED will flash indicating that the HPGL controller is ready 2 2 System Checkout To verify that the system is operating correctly Verify all cable connections as described in the previous chapter Turn the controller ON and wait for the START LED to blink Gently rotate the Emergency Stop button clockwise to disengage it Press the Drives On button to enable motion on the table Press the Jog keys moving the carriage in all directions in order to verify system operation If the table has Datum s fitted press the Datum key The system should move to Datum and park Uo URS ES 12 Chapter 3 Operations 3 1 Control Panel Operations This section details the control panel operations for the controller Some control panel keys have dual function based on the current mode of operation when the key is pressed Numeric Data Entry Entering numbers for the purpose of defining operating characteristics of the controller is achieved by
58. wer left corner of the table bed 2 Press Set Home 3 Select the Self Test command and then press Enter 4 Use the left right keys to select between options 5 YES Start job NO Abandon this command Press Enter to activate the selected option The self test pattern is 10 inches square with HOME at the lower left corner HOME Drive Temp Displays the current drive temperature of the motor drives Motor Phase Test Displays current motor outputs for each axis Enter Menu with Z Axis Spindle enabled the following will be present Z Cut Depth delta ZOut The Z Cut Depth parameter is the total depth of cut or the distance that the tool penetrates past the surface of the material See below for description of Z Delta Note Drive power must be enabled to access this parameter Z Delta If the multiple pass is selected the Z Delta parameter must be specified This parameter causes the controller to make multiple passes of equal increments to achieve the total depth specified by the Z Depth parameter see above Once Z delta 24 is set choose either job engraves entire job each pass before going deeper or contour engraves each segment to max depth before continuing If a non zero Z Delta is specified the controller will repetitively execute command sequences starting with PU and ending with PD until the desired total depth is achieved Z lift The Z Lift Height paramet
59. xiliary This command is best used for homing and parking the indexing head Note The correct I O Parameter Settings in MACHINE PARAMETERS must be established in order to use the ZO commands above 35 5 2 G amp M Code Commands EIA 274D The following is a summary of the supported G amp M code command set for the APEX HPGL controller Notes on Command Syntax e Motion is assumed to be in the upper right quadrant with a conventional ORIGIN at 0 0 in the lower left corner of the work piece e Positive X motion is to the RIGHT negative X motion is to the LEFT e Positive Y motion is BACK Negative Y motion is FORWARD e Positive Z motion is DOWN Negative Z motion is UP e Positive angles indicate anti clockwise motion Negative angles indicate clockwise motion e All angles coordinates and displacements are signed e Parameters within brackets are optional e Fields represented by d d are signed decimal numbers e Fields represented by d are positive integer numbers e Unsupported commands should not be inserted in the motion stream e Argument mnemonics are defined as follows Mnemonic Meaning C Tool change operator message D Peck drill delta Port data F Feed rate Dwell G Preparatory function I Circular interpolation value in X axis J Circular interpolation value in Y axis Circular interpolation value in Z axis Miscellaneous function Sequence number Port number Begin

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