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    It’s likely the hardware you are using and...

    It’s likely the hardware you are using and compatibility with windows 10.

    I can help if you want to call me.
    Greg
    Shop Floor Automations
    619-461-4000
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    Re: Prototrak MX3 DNC 9 to 25 pinout

    It could be the handshake, because you say your getting an error which is good. The PC send, through your comm port device, via serial RS232 cable, to the port - so now you need to check parameters...
  3. Thread: DNC help please!

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    Re: DNC help please!

    Your port on the CNC maybe damaged, since you did say the RS232 hardware was fired. So maybe buy the RS232 tester, place at end of the cable, and confirm you see RD (receive data)being sent to the...
  4. Re: DNC Precision Free, FANUC T21 and Serial Over Ethernet: strange characters get se

    The serial to ethernet adapter might be the issue as this does the translation. The good news if you are getting data to and from the CNC but garabge. So the driver should be confirmed to good for...
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    Re: Bridgeport VMC800 DX-32 File Transfer Issue

    Hi,

    I seem to recall there is some EasyLink Protocol required to send to the machine or some special characters to send to the controller. Bridgeports are different than most CNCs and because of...
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    Re: Move from NCCOMMS to Predator

    Hello,

    It sounds like the Send to CNC command you have created in the Predator Software for this machines needs a "Send Events" object to tell the CNC, you hit the end of the program. \027 or...
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    Sending to Mazak 640

    We are using an offline DNC system to send files to the Mazak 640M Controller and the part programs is received at the CNC.

    The odd thing, we get the part program there in tack but all the...
  8. Thread: Mazak L Alarm

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    It was a cabling issue - the machine did not have...

    It was a cabling issue - the machine did not have the correct jumpers. We sent them a hardware handshake Grizzly Cable and it worked great. Thx for the attempt!
  9. Thread: Fanuc OO-P

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    Press the letter O, program # and select PUNCH,...

    Press the letter O, program # and select PUNCH, Exec.
    Machine will flash LSK while sending data from the CNC back to receiving device.
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    Comments Enabling

    There is a parameter on most Fanuc controls that determine if comments ( ) will be displayed and read. I will be happy to review a manual for you and have you check the paramter.
  11. Thread: Mazak L Alarm

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    Mazak L Alarm

    I have customer who has a Mazak Laser with L controller. They are trying to setup CNC communications and getting an alarm upon punching out. They tried to call Mazak for help yet no one has called...
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    USB to serial adapters are problematic. We have...

    USB to serial adapters are problematic. We have been working in the RS232 communication area for over 10 yrs now and with new laptops, a standard DB9 connector is no longer common. Most have an USB...
  13. I think you have to send a K to kill the memory...

    I think you have to send a K to kill the memory on this control and then load in the rest of the NC program. I have a name of a company that had written some software to DNC to the control but not...
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    Check out the Predator CNC Editor which support 2...

    Check out the Predator CNC Editor which support 2 axis turning, 3-5 axis milling G-Code Verification /Simulation as well as back plotting. The best part - $500 for a seat. Full 30-day trial and...
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    Fanuc 6 DNC

    The DB25 on the Fanuc 6 is typically a bi-directional serial port for loading to the "limited" memory on the control. In order to DNC (drip feed) you must use the tape reader.

    For those who do...
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    Predator DNC support Heidenhain and also includes...

    Predator DNC support Heidenhain and also includes the Heidenhain Protocol - also known as Blockwise. You must use Blockwise on the CNC to drip feed to the control. Predator can DNC or remote to the...
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    Haas Communication

    The Haas CNC does have the ability to use DC Codes. This would allow the operator to send from the PC first and once the operator hits RECV RS232, data would then flow into the machine. This is...
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    The key is that RD is lit or flickering. It...

    The key is that RD is lit or flickering. It might be a "flick" based on the size of the file and speed of the transmission. Pick a long file and make sure that you see the RD changing.

    The 086...
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    If you are running on a Haas, set the protocol to...

    If you are running on a Haas, set the protocol to XON/XOFF or DC codes. Do not use Xmodem unless you have a solution that supports it.

    Set the Haas at 9600 baud, 7, E, 2. Match this in the...
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    Plug the cable into the CNC. At the PC end, plug...

    Plug the cable into the CNC. At the PC end, plug in the RS232 tester - RD will be lit.
    Tranmit from the CNC out to the PC and you will need to see RD lit.

    An 086 alarm is either 6-8-20 and 4-5...
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    I just went to Radio Shack and it looks like the...

    I just went to Radio Shack and it looks like the item is now clearanced! Selling them for $9.97 each. My "shack" had 7 of them so I took them all :)

    If you need one, let me know and I will be...
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    We are working on putting together a package deal...

    We are working on putting together a package deal on a PDA and the Vista Software. Two versions will be offered, a low end unit (black and white) and high end (color). Anyone have recommendations...
  23. Wait...wait! You can get stuff out of the...

    Wait...wait! You can get stuff out of the control, that is something. It probably is a setting at the CNC or even in the software. If you are able to punch data out of the control, and it comes...
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    Sounds like the parameters / executive files are...

    Sounds like the parameters / executive files are lost in the control. When working from a PC to load executive files, you must send to the CNC at 8, 1, None.

    Now get this, on a Cincinnati...
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    You can use the GIBBS communication software...

    You can use the GIBBS communication software built in but it does have limitations on how many ports it can communicate to. This software supports COMM 1 through 4 only therefore, if you plan to use...
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    Some older models of Boss controls can not DNC...

    Some older models of Boss controls can not DNC (drip feed). They have limited memory and that is about it. Later series can DNC with a BTR or by breaking up the part program on the fly.

    What...
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    What about Predator DNC - the cost starts at $700...

    What about Predator DNC - the cost starts at $700 for the DNC and includes an awesome editor. Want a simple package, look at just the CNC Editor Express which is for $250 and support multiple...
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    You could use Predator DNC Software to save...

    You could use Predator DNC Software to save Mazatrol (CMT) programs in and out of the control. Predator also supports EIA programs as well. All models of Mazaks from T1 to the latest Fusion series...
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    Chip - You can get an RS232 Tester from Radio...

    Chip -

    You can get an RS232 Tester from Radio Shack #276-1401 for $15. Put it on the end of the RS232 cable next to the CNC without connecting it to the CNC. You should see RD lit, then flicker...
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    Ok, that makes more sense...CIMCO does not...

    Ok, that makes more sense...CIMCO does not normally change pricing based on area since I run into them sometimes and they have quoted the same price from West Coast to East Coast.

    I am sure the...
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