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CNC Setup
This is password accessible (call OPTEK for the password).
CNC Options-Joystick setup
This is the place to calibrate the joystick.
Click on “Teach”, and then follow the wizard instructions.
There are individual controls for each axis.
Confirm stage movement versus joystick throw.
QC5000 CNC Options
From the Tools pull down menu, select CNC Options.
Separate pages for “X”,”Y” and “Z”.
During initial setup, work with one axis at a time, it will make
your life much easier.
“Jerk” is a function to apply an S curve deceleration to CNC
moves.
Check for motor output reversal on all three axes. Do not
change the settings unless directed by an OPTEK
engineer.
Do not forget to enable all three axes.
CNC Options-Digital Positioner
A Digital Positioner is another name for a Trackball.
Check the enable boxes.
If you need to reverse a direction, do it here. If you change a setting hit the "Apply" button.
There are individual controls for normal and fine speeds.
When you move the trackball “current values” should change as well, if not the signal is absent from trackball
CNC Options-Software Fence
If you plan to use the software fence, you MUST have a repeatable machine zero enabled.
Remember to check the "Enable" boxes.
If you select “Teach” a Software Fence Wizard will walk you through setting up the fence.
In this section you can set up a software fence to prevent the stage from crashing into the limits. You can also set
up a user fence to prevent moves outside a certain area.
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