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08/2005 Setting Up the Machine
2.3 Modes
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SINUMERIK 840D sl Operation/Programming ShopTurn (BAT) – 08/2005 Edition 2-49
2.3 Modes
There are various modes in which you can work in ShopTurn:
Machine Manual
MDI (Manual Data Automatic)
Machine Auto
Machine Manual
In "Machine Manual“ mode, there is a provision for the following
preparatory actions in manual mode:
pproaching the reference point, i.e. calibrating the machine’s path
measuring system
Preparing a machine for executing a program in automatic mode,
i.e. measuring tools, measuring the workpiece and, if necessary,
defining the work offsets used in the program
Traversing axes, e.g. during a program interruption
Positioning axes
Simple stock removal of workpiece
Jog
You can select the "Manual Machine“ mode using the "Jog" key.
The parameters set under "T, S, M..." affect all movements in manual
mode with the exception of reference point approach.
Manual Machine
If you have the "Manual Machine" option, you are working in "Machine
Manual" for the manual mode. Under "Machine Manual," you have the
option of carrying out the following machining processes without
having to write a program for them:
Setting-up and simple traversing movements
Taper turning
Straight (plan or longitudinal turning)
Drilling (axial drilling, axial threads, drilling, reaming, deep-drilling,
threads)
Turning (stock removal, groove, undercut, threads, tapping)
Milling (pocket, shank, groove, multi-edged, engraving)
MDI
In MDI mode, you can enter and execute G code commands non-
modally to set up the machine or to perform a single action.
MDI
You can select MDI mode via the "MDI" key.
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