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MC_shoot
Operational Description:
This command turns the laser ON for a time interval. The time interval is programmed by the
Shoot_Time parameter of the function.
When to Call:
This command is typically used in "via hole" drilling applications, a step in the production of printed
circuit boards. When used in conjunction with the MC_jump_rel and MC_jump_abs commands it is
possible to develop a via hole drilling application that avoids the use of GCX files. The program consists
of jump commands that set the focal point to the appropriate location and the MC_shoot command that
operates the laser.
It is not appropriate to use the MC_shoot command in vector or raster marking operations and if the
MARK_IN_PROGRESS signal is asserted while the MC_shoot command is issued, an error will be
generated and the marking operation will be aborted.
Input Parameters:
Name
Description
Type Declaration
Value
Range
ShootTime
When using PWM, the n parameter of the MD_shoot
command defines the number of pulses to be fired. In case
of continuous PWM output (PWM period = 0), n defines the
shoot time in microseconds.
Unsigned long
Float limits
Output Parameters: <None>
Function Call:
unsigned long ShootTime;
MC shoot( ShootTime );
Possible Return Values:
WMCL_OPERATION_OK
WMCL_OPERATION_FAILED
Related Topics:
General Comments on Function Calls
WinMCL Error Codes
P/N: 7OM-1095 Rev E
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