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The Unimate Release

Mach 4 Build  5431
MachMotion Version 3.0
HiCON F/W 5.61
HiCON Plugin 2.50.55
HiCON FPGA 9AC8
RapidSetup Version

10.5.5.0
INtime Version

6.4.21350.1
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.399

Release 24637.XXXXX

Release Canditate

(2024-04-22)

  • Updated to Mach build 5431
    • Register performance
  • MultiInstance/MultiPath enhancements.
  • RapidPath
    • Updated to RMP 10.5.5
    • Added support for more devices.
      • EL1054 (4 channel digital input, NAMUR)
      • EL2612 (2-channel relay output, 125 V AC, 30 V DC, 0.5 A AC, 2 A DC)
      • EL3255 (analog input, 5-channel potentiometer)
      • EL2828 (8-channel digital output, 24 V DC, 2 A)
      • EL3612 (2-channel, analog input, 0..20mA, high resolution)
      • Yaskawa SD spindle drive
    • Added Motion Capture and Data Visualization tools
    • Added UPS Battery Mode Input
    • Drive parameter configuration improvements
    • Mitigation behavior for Yaskawa drive "parameter corruption" (A48) issue.
    • Fixed writing drive parameters for VFDs and servo spindles
  • GCAdapter
    • Transfromation functions
  • Operator Panels
    • Wireless MPG
      • added opt-in to display axis position
      • Fixed F4 button performing no action.
  • New Behavior
    • Added "Run Lua on Press/Release" action for function buttons 
    • Can export/import signal mappings
    • Add new data items to Data Plotter
  • Performance Enhancements
  • Numerous bug fixes
    • Improved error reporting and alarm information
    • Edge Finding Wizard

The Galileo Release

Mach 4 Build  5310
MachMotion Version 2.3
HiCON F/W 5.61
HiCON Plugin 2.50.55
HiCON FPGA 9AC8
RapidSetup Version

10.4.3.0
INtime Version

6.4.21350.1
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.399

Release 20039.25427

(2024-07-15)

  • Updated to Mach build 5310
    • CV/VB behavior improvements
    • fixed G81 failure to move to retract plane before in-plane movement
  • Dual Table enhancements
  • Tool Changer improvements
  • GCAdapter 3.0
  • [BugFix] Fixed grinder canned cycle G269
  • [BugFix] Fixed Lathe Canned Cycles facing cycle issue
  • [BugFix] Fixed disable on probe strike
  • [BugFix] Fixed screen errors on startup
  • [BugFix] Fixed part counter double-counting.
  • [BugFix] Fixed issue with G10 not offsetting because we were calling it with UVW instead of ABC axes
  • [BugFix] Fixed Production Setup tool import/export.
  • [BugFix] Fixed wireless MPG increment knob issue.
  • [BugFix] Fixed crash on startup, shutdown issues.
  • [BugFix] Fixed operator panel disconnect issue.
Mach 4 Build  5070
MachMotion Version 2.3
HiCON F/W 5.61
HiCON Plugin 2.50.55
HiCON FPGA 9AC8
RapidSetup Version

10.4.3.0
INtime Version

6.4.21350.1
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.399

Release 20039.23835

(2023-12-14)

  • RapidPath
    • Yaskawa VFD configuration improvements
      • Fixed reported load percentage.
    • [BugFix] CTB MAS_D3 I/O not forwarded for T7X21-T8X48 and T9Y21-T9Y38
    • Added support for more Beckhoff I/O cards
      • Beckhoff EL2828 8-channel digital output card
  • Operator Panels
    • [BugFix] Wireless MPG uses an incorrect jog increment when switching between linear and rotary axes.
    • [BugFix] Discard MPG commands for disabled axes
    • [Mitigation] Remove axis position from wireless MPG display
  • Cylindrical Grinder: Add Cycle Stop to Retract
  • Updated default Hitachi P1 Modbus settings

Release 20039.23633

(2023-11-14)

  • RapidPath
    • [BugFix] Axes incorrectly marked as homed on startup
    • [BugFix] Motion performance issue with Leadshine CS-3E stepper drives
  • VFD
    • Added logic to make sure the VFD ready signal is on.

Release 20039.23408

(2023-10-26)

  • RapidPath
    • [BugFix] RapidPath error on startup: "device error"
  • Operator Panels
    • Changed Wireless MPG (X15-41-01) to hidapi (USB HID)
  • Screen
    • Improve Lua script error handling.
    • Improve Production Setup to allow export/import of signal mappings.

Release 20039.23323

(2023-09-25)

  • RapidPath
    • Fixed INtime issue with 10.4.3
    • Fixed scaling issue with Yaskawa VFD drive parameters
  • Screen
    • Fixed instability problem using "Recent" files dialog.

Release 20039.23226

(2023-09-07)

  • RapidPath
    • Updated RMP to 10.4.3
    • Fixed behavior for some drives that won't enable without a clean network shutdown.
    • Fixed motor jumps at the end of a probe move.
    • Fixed bed behavior for motor stop reports
    • Added support for Beckhoff EL 3008
  • Tool Change
    • Fix state issue for spindle orient cancel.
    • Added more hooks for tool setters.
  • Dashboard
    • Work shift and head shift are now editable
  • GCAdapter
    • Added last_word to keep track of the last value for each word type
    • Added numerous posts
  • M Codes
    • Fixed issue with M220 using the wrong output for A or S parameters
  • Screen / Operator Panel
    • Improved error reporting for Lua errors.
    • Added motion inhibit logic
    • Add Mach input to mirror UPS input (for RapidPath systems)
  • Miscellaneous
    • Backup utility moved to new location 
    • Centerless grinder updates
    • Dual table fixes
    • ZeroBrane environment updates to debug M codes and screen functions
    • Fixed production setup signal mapping import tool
    • various behavioral fixes


Mach 4 Build  5070
MachMotion Version 2.3
HiCON F/W 5.61
HiCON Plugin 2.50.55
HiCON FPGA 9AC8
RapidSetup Version

10.3.8.0
INtime Version

6.4.21350.1
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.399

Release 20039.22193

(2023-03-22)

  • Centerless Grinders

    • Lots of improvements on Job Files Also added 2 dashboards for InFeed and ThruFeed

    • Fixed some text on the Centerless Grinder screens

    • Centerless Grinder more work trying to get closer to being able to switch between unit systems
  • Added GCode Converter
    • Added GCode Convert Feature
    • Made the GCodeConverter module optional
  • OEMParamReg Has new functionality
    • Changed SetOEMParamReg and GetOEMParamReg to also work with analog signals
  • Fixes for additional 64 inputs/outputs.
  • Multi Instance Improvements
    • Multi-instance aware library code
    • Screen: replace global `inst` with local to get the active instance

Release 20039.22111

(2023-03-06)

  • Updates to Waterjet

    • Pressure Control

    • Pump Control

    • Jet Off Delay

    • Updated Jet Screens (including 1000 Series)

  • Updates to Grinder-Centerless

    • Inform the operator that dress comp is disabled during setup run
    • Added parameter to determine if max wheel speed should be calculated or specified

  • Backlash: Removed overshoot on the backlash wizard

  • Production: Added default soft limits (Apollo III/Yaskawa)

  • Added User Command: Zero All Edit Offsets On/Off

  • Fixed issues with File Resume (DEV-1863)
  • Added support for additional 64 Mach inputs/outputs.
  • Changed default value for Mach parameter #1804 (Tolerance for Macro B equality (EQ) comparision)
  • RapidPath: Drive Parameters
    • Can save/write all or only visible parameters
    • New views: changed, different from default
    • Updated parameter info: Leadshine, CTB, EverCNC
    • Fixed issues with editor for hexadecimal values
  • Installer: Permit bypassing the removal of install obstacles (e.g. running Lua processes)
  • Install/Update: Configure Windows for performance on production controls. (DEV-1858)
  • Cleaned up spurious status messages.
  • Added rotary axis feedrate modes.
  • Improved behavior of limit switch alarms.
Mach 4 Build  5000
MachMotion Version 2.3
HiCON F/W 5.61
HiCON Plugin 2.50.55
HiCON FPGA 9AC8
RapidSetup Version

10.3.8.0
INtime Version

6.4.21350.1
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.399

Release 20039.21945

(2023-01-20)

  • Performance improvements
  •  RapidPath
    • Drive parameters UI updated
    • CTB MAS_D3 automatic mapping E-Stop input will not overwrite.
    • Added support for Leadshine stepper drives.
    • Fixed bad commanded motion issue (resulted in motion jumps)
  • Resolved some application hang on shutdown issues.
  • Fixed issue with Move To Tool Path Position where you had to click on the TP twice to make it move to that position.
  • Allow customizing when the safety relay is reset during the Reset+Enable process.
  • Fixed incorrect behavior regarding "ignore outputs" behavior.
  • Gang spindle UI improvements.

Release 20039.21830   

(2022-12-15)

  • Feature: Added full size G code display to 2000-series screens.
  • Fix: HomeOverrideAxes: Only home if the axis is enabled.
  • Surface Grinder improvements
  • Fix: Jet screen: Handle zero-time G04/dwells
  • RapidPath: Added support for EL4002 AO2 analog out card.
  • Hotfix: Address some motion issues (WRT motor stop reports).
  • Fix: ODID G287: handle decimal precision better
  • Fix: Parameter TC_RangeOfToolPocketsForToolMagazine1 has invalid default value
  • Fix: Add support for EtherCAT VFDs in the installer
  • Added version information to downloadable installer.
  • Fix: Hooks missing from tool changer.
  • Tool Changer: made interlocks optional
  • Fix: Handle corrupt ToolChangeStatus.ini [DEV-1850]
  • Fix: Copy RapidPath ESI files to the correct directory.
  • Fix: Put default drive parameters in the correct location(s)

Release 20039.21748

(2022-12-05)

  • BugFix: Permit I/O for disconnected motors [DEV-1846]
  • RapidPath: Honor the Aux Mapping Enable Setting [DEV-1845]
  • BugFix: Fixed screen freeze on startup [DEV-1846]
  • RapidPath: Allow aux position mapping in Mach 4 [DEV-1845]
  • Centerless Grinder Performance Update
  • Surface Grinder Updates
  • BugFix: Homing issue with ABS encoders
  • BugFix: Tool changer: commanding axes to the current position we didn't call G90

Release 20039.21721

(2022-11-25)

  • Fix: RapidPath includes context when it disables Mach

  • HiCON plugin crashes if you command a spindle (via register) > 100 percent

  • BugFix: Insufficient licensing results in a crash-worthy quantity of GMS notices to open

  • BugFix: Mach 4 crashes on startup with an X15-14-21/21 with X15-20-01 pendant attached

  • BugFix: RapidPath doesn't read (all) inputs

  • BugFix: Fixed "device or resource busy" alarm when using Dual Table.

  • BugFix: SyncOutputs with non-EtherCAT outputs may result in alarm ("Error Sending Motion Data")

  • Feature: Added M180 macro for part counters

  • Added RapidPath support for

    • Hitachi VFD

    • EverCNC Titanio Stepper

  • Feature: Added Bridge plugin to allow communication between MachMotion controls on the same network

  • BugFix: Dual table homing with HiCON

  • BugFix: Improve dual table behavior

  • Feature: Improve ATC behavior

  • Performance: Improve CPU usage of MachMotion screens

  • Support for oversized tools (e.g. on ATC carousel)

  • BugFix: GMS cannot import monitors (DEV-1757)
Shipped 2022-05-26
Mach 4 Build  4824
MachMotion Version 2.3
HiCON F/W 5.52
HiCON Plugin 2.50.36
HiCON FPGA 9AC8
RapidSetup Version

10.3.4.0
INtime Version

6.4.21350.1
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.399

Release 20039.20693

  • Added Hitachi Modbus VFD communication
  • Added Aux Spindle Commanded-Speed Type: percent (default) or RPM
  • Added spindle load (register) for servo spindles
  • Added parameters to make carousel up/down and engaged/parked and draw bar double action
  • Added parameters to control a single set of gang spindles (Documentation)

Release 20039.20512

Shipped 2022-04-29
Mach 4 Build  4824
MachMotion Version 2.2
HiCON F/W 5.36
HiCON Plugin 2.50.36
HiCON FPGA 9AC8
RapidSetup Version

10.3.4.0
INtime Version

6.4.21350.1
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.399
  • Fixed HiCON controls failing to enable on first enable (DEV-1625)

Release 20039.20417

Shipped 2022-04-08
Mach 4 Build  4824
MachMotion Version 2.2
HiCON F/W 5.36
HiCON Plugin 2.50.36
HiCON FPGA 9AC8
RapidSetup Version

10.3.4.0
INtime Version

6.4.21350.1
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.399
  • Fixed control not disabling hardware on first press of Disable (DEV-1625)
  • Improved RapidPath axis fault reporting (DEV-1634)
  • Fixed RapidPath naming upgrade not preserving motor parameters (DEV-1655)
  • Fixed centerless screen mislabeling grind wheel and reg wheel buttons (DEV-1663)
  • Prevent "jump to tool" buttons from working while GMS alarm or warning active (DEV-1669)
  • Fixed power button not having correct label on all screens (DEV-1681)
  • Added parameters for controlling HiCON analog output based on signals and speed register (DEV-1693)
  • Fixed GMS OEMSignal conditions not updating when the mappings change
  • Added I/O import tool to Production Setup config tool
  • Fixed installer always using knee mill files for all mill types
  • RapidPath safety circuits can be configured for active high or active low
  • Added detection for module windows being opened off screen
  • Fixed Delta VFD always turning itself back off
  • Fixed retrieving screen elements for walking through tree
  • Added rotary carousel tool changer files to installer
  • Changed default max jog rate to 100%
  • Added parameter for centerless grinder to leave wheels on during emergency retract
  • Dual table improvements
  • Centerless grinder improvements
  • RapidPath performance improvements

Release 20039.20164

Shipped 2022-02-01
Mach 4 Build  4809
MachMotion Version 2.2
HiCON F/W 5.36
HiCON Plugin 2.50.36
HiCON FPGA 9AC8
RapidSetup Version

10.3.1.0
INtime Version

6.4.21125.2
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.399
  • Fixed 2000 Series feedrate override knob not respecting limits (DEV-1659)
  • Default RapidPath probing inputs to Motion Controller (DEV-1650)
  • Improve behavior in RapidPath homing on e-stop (DEV-1649)
  • Minimize times to read parameters from drive in RapidPath config

Release 20039.20146

INtime version has been updated. Older versions are incompatible with this release.

Shipped 2022-01-28
Mach 4 Build  4809
MachMotion Version 2.2
HiCON F/W 5.36
HiCON Plugin 2.50.36
HiCON FPGA 9AC8
RapidSetup Version

10.3.1.0
INtime Version

6.4.21125.2
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.399
  • Added support for the following homing methods for Yaskawa motors in RapidPath (absolute and incremental encoders)
    • Home to current position
    • Home to index pulse
    • Home to switch
    • Home to switch, then index
  • Added support for gantry squaring and slaved homing in RapidPath
  • Integrated Titanio EverCNC stepper drive into RapidPath (DEV-1533)

  • Integrated to Beckhoff I/O cards EK1100, EL1004, EL1008, EL2008, EL4034, and EL3002 (DEV-1371)

  • Added network health detection and regeneration to RapidPath (DEV-1480)
  • Added support for analog spindles to RapidPath (DEV-1418)
  • Added support for auxiliary control sources for spindles (DEV-644)
  • Added support for disconnected motors in RapidPath (DEV-1575)
  • Resolved RapidPath probing not stopping while probing at fast feedrates (DEV-1586)
  • Support for sync outputs in RapidPath (DEV-1475)
  • Added visual I/O diagnostics to RapidPath (DEV-334)
  • Added safety watchdog to RapidPath (DEV-1415)
  • GMS has been relabeled to Global Monitoring System (DEV-1621)
  • GMS supports toggle actions for boolean values (DEV-1591)
  • GMS supports actions on transitions back to idle state (DEV-1614)
  • Resolved GMS not saving warning escalation option (DEV-1615)
  • Added option for OEM Parameter signals as conditions to GMS (DEV-1512)
  • Support for bidirectional screw mapping (DEV-1608)
  • Resolved axes jumping to different positions after mcodes with motion (DEV-1523)
  • DataCollector plugin updated for stability and options (DEV-1504)
  • AngleGrinderMapping plugin relabeled to MotionFilter plugin (DEV-1465)
  • Added general use gearing to MotionFilter plugin (DEV-1464)
  • Added general use squaring to MotionFilter plugin (DEV-1463)
  • Fixed installer not selecting MachMotion Modbus device (DEV-1453)
  • Fixed installer setting Safety Relay Ok input to active low incorrectly (DEV-1437)
  • Fixed HiCON threading hanging at start of thread (DEV-1451)
  • Fixed axes with override axes applied from losing position on cycle stop (DEV-1450)
  • Axes with override axes will home their override counterparts when they home (DEV-1317)
  • Plugins will now reject communication from other plugins and the screen after Mach starts shutting down (DEV-1422)
  • Added support for SSV on modbus VFDs (DEV-1261)

The Vesta Release

The HiCON FPGA version has been updated.

Release 17465.17657

Shipped 2021-01-22
Mach Build  4574
MachMotion Version 2.2
HiCON F/W 5.26
HiCON Plugin 2.50.23
HiCON FPGA 9AC8
RMP Version 8.3.1
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.399
  • Resolved HiCON probing reporting random/strange values on probe strike
  • Resolved installer not updating motion controller files (DEV-1216)
  • Resolved RapidPath permanent motion inhibition issue (DEV-1231)
  • Updated RapidPath initialization process to refresh the network
  • Fixed jog axis selection of primary vs secondary axis when in macro hold states
  • Removed installer settings for setting softlimits to zero (DEV-1213)
  • Added parameters for wiggle piercing on waterjet (Documentation)
  • Fixed dashboard function buttons choosing the wrong colors when a button is re-mapped (DEV-1218)
  • Fixed cutter comp logic in centerless grinder profile dressing

Release 17465.17523

The HiCON FPGA version is updated at this revision

This version does not support HiCON probing.

This version does not copy over the HiCON plugin when updating a control.

Shipped 2021-01-08
Mach Build  4574
MachMotion Version 2.2
HiCON F/W 5.25
HiCON Plugin 2.50.22
HiCON FPGA 9AC8
RMP Version 8.3.1
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.399

Summary

  • New HiCON to support absolute encoders
  • Removed Master Installer
  • Centerless grinder improvements
  • Surface grinder redesign
  • Single block reliability increased
  • Alexsys improvements for stability and correctness
  • Stability Improvements:
    • Dashboard crashing after config and during run-time
    • Ini corruption on shut-down
    • Command list corruption and crash on start-up

Details

  • Added ScreenElements plugin to manage dashboards (DEV-1112)
  • HiCON plugin, firmware, and FPGA to support absolute encoders and absolute scales (DEV-1139)
  • MachMotionModbus plugin and PLC motion communication time-out resolved (DEV-1192)
  • Safety relay timing out does not allow the control to enable (DEV-1184)
  • Signal widgets accurately display state (DEV-1154)
  • HiCON supports gantry homing (DEV-1080)
  • All profiles can open and change values in MachMotion Screen config (DEV-1057)
  • RapidPath handles MSG_START_MOTION_DEV and MSG_START_MOTION_DEV appropriately (DEV-1197)
  • Centerless grinder part loaders supported
  • Centerless grinder fixed blade operation
  • Centerless grinder part counters
  • GMS 'OR' sub-sets evaluate correctly (DEV-1195)
  • G76 threading state detected through modal group instead of Mach state (DEV-928)
  • Disabled Mach crash reporting through installer created shortcut (DEV-1071)
  • New surface grinder screen with job file (DEV-1049)
  • Centerless grinder screen updates
  • Handle safety relay circuit reset failures (DEV-1184)
  • Tool setter height locally saved in setup wizard (DEV-1159)
  • Added Alexsys to Router installer (DEV-1109)
  • Added SheetCAM to Jet installer (DEV-189)
  • Added motor type to Apollo III installer options (DEV-189)
  • Watchdog timers stop reporting at shutdown
  • Prevent build up of startup shortcuts from installer (DEV-1149)
  • Add GMS for HiCON overload input (DEV-1173)
  • Alexsys fix for chamfer bug and stability improvements (DEV-1156)
  • Alexsys Mill tool changes post on correct line
  • Alexsys fix for thread milling (DEV-1090)
  • Plugins handle MSG_CORE_SHUTDOWN and MSG_SAVE_DATA to prevent ini corruption (DEV-1166)
  • Fix M222 timing out on a 0 timeout
  • Added configurable formatting strings for pound variable and register widgets (DEV-1163)
  • Added configurable height for DRO-style grid widgets (DEV-1153)
  • Renamed M00 feedback command
  • Updated M00 logic to check for executable lines
  • Removed CommandList.ini file and switched to temp files (DEV-1125)
  • Single block stability improvements (DEV-817)
  • Switched grid-style widgets to a DRO mode by default (DEV-1143)
  • Fixed user object leak in GMS alert subpanels (DEV-1103)
  • Removed coroutines and GUI_MAIN_TIMER from modules (DEV-1089)
  • Added M1000 and M1001 for waiting in a subroutine
  • Added Centerless grinder operator panel option (DEV-1012)
  • RapidPath homing position and status saved globally for machine (DEV-1044)
  • Integrated keypad into screen objects (DEV-1033)

The Odessa Release

Release 14869.17387

Shipped 2021-01-06
Mach Build  4476
MachMotion Version 2.1
HiCON F/W 4.17
RSI Version 8.3.1
FPGA 8ACE
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.333
  • MachMotionModbus plugin and PLC motion communication time-out resolved (DEV-1192)
  • Handle safety circuit reset failures (DEV-1184)
  • Installer updates for Centerless grinder M30 and Cycle Stop outputs
  • Installer updates for safety relay circuit on Apollo III systems

Release 14869.17167

MachMotionModbus plugin does not support PLC commanded motion

Shipped 2020-11-06
Mach Build  4476
MachMotion Version 2.1
HiCON F/W 4.17
RSI Version 8.3.1
FPGA 8ACE
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.333
  • New safety relay logic 
  • Fixed I/O widget unable to delete variables (DEV-1026)
  • Fixed Edge Finder buttons crash when auto-regen toolpath enabled (DEV-1169)
  • Added Alexsys to Router installer (DEV-1109)
  • Fixed RapidPath axis load gauges miscalculating motor id (DEV-1167)
  • Removed most ini settings from Master Installer to MachMotion Installer (DEV-189)
  • Added GMS for overload input on HiCON systems to MachMotion Installer (DEV-1173)

Release 14869.16865

MachMotionModbus plugin does not support PLC commanded motion

Shipped 2020-09-25
Mach Build  4476
MachMotion Version 2.1
HiCON F/W 4.17
RSI Version 8.3.1
FPGA 8ACE
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.333
  • Reverted back to HiCON 4.17 and FPGA 8ACE
  • Added VFD option to run in percentage mode
  • Changed "Power Off" button to no longer be allowed a password
  • Streamlined backup program for faster zipping
  • Added option for vetoing job file actions

Release 14869.16161

The HiCON installed in this version does not support gantry homing.

MachMotionModbus plugin does not support PLC commanded motion

Shipped 2020-06-29
Mach Build  4476
MachMotion Version 2.1
HiCON F/W 5.06
RSI Version 8.3.1
FPGA 8AC8
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.333
  • BugFix: Installer doesn't update some files (e.g. motion controller plugin). (DEV-1059)

Release 14869.16063

The HiCON installed in this version does not support gantry homing.

MachMotionModbus plugin does not support PLC commanded motion

Shipped 2020-06-11
Mach Build  4476
MachMotion Version 2.1
HiCON F/W 5.06
RSI Version 8.3.1
FPGA 8ACE
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.333
  • Updated to HiCON firmware 5.06
  • Updated HiCON plugins for firmware version 5.06
  • Fixed User Limits (Probing)
  • Improved standalone installer
  • RapidPath: Added configurable timeout when starting the EtherCAT network (problem for slower/busier machines)

Release 14869.16020

This release does not have working UserLimits for RapidPath

This release has a mismatched HiCON firmware and plugin version

MachMotionModbus plugin does not support PLC commanded motion

Shipped 2020-06-08
Mach Build  4476
MachMotion Version 2.1
HiCON F/W 4.17
HiCON Plugin 2.02.33
RSI Version 8.3.1
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.333
  • Improved error handling for plugin entries
  • Added automatic zipping to backup program
  • RapidPath probing feature enabled
  • Changed RapidPath backlash parameters
  • Changed how plugins got the current language id (now takes two restarts when language is changed)
  • Added on screen keypad option for dashboard number entries
  • Added ability to run commands from screen dialog without configuring a button
  • No longer allowing the wireless pendant to zero the X axis on lathe
  • Fixed RapidPath crashing on shutdown with a servo spindle configured
  • Alexsys is now an optional component of the installer Mill and Turn profiles

Release 14869.15661

MachMotionModbus plugin does not support PLC commanded motion

Shipped 2020-04-29
Mach Build  4476
MachMotion Version 2.1
HiCON F/W 4.17
HiCON Plugin 2.02.33
RSI Version 8.2.1
Alexsys Version 4.1.0.133
  • Improved Alexsys preferences and screen integration.
  • Surface Grinder screen updates.
  • Configuration window stability improvements.
  • New dashboard UI features
  • Added support for standard VFD configurations.
  • Added support for standard PLC configurations.
  • Tool changer fixes
  • Centerless Grinder profile dressing improvements.

Release 14869.15507

MachMotionModbus plugin does not support PLC commanded motion

Shipped 2020-04-07
Mach Build 4466
MachMotion version 2.1
HiCON F/W #4.17, Plugin 2.02.33
RSI Version 8.2.1
Alexsys 4.1

Major Changes
  • 2000 Series Waterjet released for HiCON (Documentation)
  • 2000 Series Lathe released for HiCON (Documentation)
  • 2000 Series Cylindrical Grinder released for HiCON (Documentation)
  • 2000 Series Centerless Grinder screen redesigned
  • Centerless Grinder profile dressing
  • MachMotion Modbus interface redesigned
  • HiCON no longer needs extra motors for manual mode
  • Stability Improvements
    • RapidPath
    • GMS
    • Screen/Dashboard
    • Operator panel 
  • Resolved Mach 4 toolpath memory leaks that was resulting in controls exhausting memory
  • RapidPath probing feature disabled

The Bangladesh Release

Release 11172.14638

Shipped 1/20/2020

Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #14638
HiCON F/W #4.05
RSI Version 8.0.7

  • Only unmap Input #1 on Hicon systems with Yaskawa V1000 DEV-860
  • Removed ability to set signal descriptions from dashboards DEV-852
  • Missing block to write filename and script type if not a custom action DEV-819
  • Removed default backup directory to "MachMotion Backup"
  • Fixed probing wizard check for softlimits
  • Added five more gear shaper cuts to screen
  • Fixed logging and multiple backup targets
  • Fixed: "un-check-do-not-configure-screen (saved from previous install) is ineffectual"
Release 11172.14453

Shipped 12/6/2019

Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #14453
HiCON F/W #4.05
RSI Version 8.0.7

  • Added parameter for E2-03 on V1000 
  • FIXED: Probe retract over soft limit inhibits all motion after (DEV-803) 
    • Added smart compensation for retract vs. softlimits. Retract will never fail because of soft limit error. 
    • Fixed - stability issues with scientific notation and probing.
  • Fixed - Auto Tool Setter Input is wrong in RP KneeMill Kit (DEV-807) 
  • Updated backup utility in installer
  • Fixed check stop status in w.sleep
  • Fixed VFD alarm issues reported in (DEV-770). Alarms now register through modbus.
  • Enable necessary plugins to avoid I/O points not getting(and losing signal mappings)(DEV-755)
  • Added lvl 2 categories to some spindle parameters. Filled in some mandatory fields (name, type, description, default_value)[DEV-718;DEV-755]
  • Updated Yaskawa V1000 VFD install-time settings. (DEV-718)(DEV-755)
  • Add Click PLC project with Plasma installer (DEV-345) 
  • Summary: unconditionally install PoKeys Software (DEV-335)
  • Allow user to make changes spindle at-speed timeout (Mach4 has hardcoded value of 20 seconds)(DEV-721)
  • Fixed: niche-case startup error in PLC script (axis/motor not configured)
  • Added check for machine type in go-to code generation (DEV-730)
  • Removed debugging line spamming the status bar.
  • Added wireless pendant reconnect on failure and max reconnect attempts
  • Added explicit formatting to thread cycles (DEV-703)
  • Changed spindle warmup to use mcSpindleSetCommandRPM instead of calling the spindle speed macro directly.
    Also fixed text formatting issue in tool setters.
Release 11172.13716

Shipped 6/21/2019
Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #13716
HiCON F/W #4.05
RSI Version 8.0.7

  • Fixed canned cycles threading not posting in correct format (DEV-703)
  • Fixed Mach4 signal mapping being lost when mapped to operator panel I/O (DEV-702)
  • Added option to lathe canned cycles for order of axes to move when going to next cycle (DEV-705)
  • Added libraries needed for HiCON to run to installer (DEV-709)
  • Added alarm on start up of Mach4 if RapidSetup has not been run (DEV-681)
  • Fixed go-to positions sometimes acting in incremental mode
  • Stopped backup program from locking up (DEV-446)
Release 11172.13622

Shipped 6/10/2019
Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #13622
HiCON F/W #4.05
RSI Version 8.0.7

  • Fixed RapidPath enable outputs in installer (DEV-696, DEV-693)
  • Fixed pendants not being installed by installer (DEV-472)
  • Stopped "Enable and Home" dialog from remaining on top (DEV-499)
  • Ignored second reset press on double-press (DEV-590)
  • Added cancel to Run From Here on Mach disable (DEV-685)
  • Fixed bad module references in MotionController module
  • Fixed aux button scripts from not completing in 1000 Series
  • Added test distance options for Kneemill Setup Units Wizard
  • Added Yaskawa VFD to installer
Release 11172.13502

Shipped 5/28/2019
Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #13502
HiCON F/W #4.05
RSI Version 8.0.7

  • Added default set of Mach parameters (DEV-587)
  • Added signal descriptions on HiCON installation (DEV-570)
  • Fixed zeroing in manual mode on HiCON systems (DEV-546, DEV-84)

    Requires firmware upgrade

  • Fixed spindle warm-up sequence ignoring G90/G91 selection (DEV-539)
  • Added checkboxes for skipping PoKeys installation and operator panel configuration (DEV-517)
  • Made the component checkbox for Delta spindle reflect earlier selection (DEV-517)
Release 11172.13274

Shipped 5/10/2019
Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #13274
HiCON F/W #3.99
RSI Version 8.0.7

  • Fixed grooving lathe canned cycle not posting correct spindle RPM in part off operation (DEV-658)
  • Fixed probing wizard locking out editing if no value entered in field (DEV-675)
  • Stopped probing wizard from opening help dialog on enter (DEV-659)
  • Update the scripts for disabling windows updates (DEV-669)
  • Added parameters for Yaskawa V1000 drive
  • Operator Panel: changed lock between FRO and RRO to have FRO as the master (DEV-585)

    A change in behavior from Release 11172.13094

Release 11172.13094

Shipped 4/16/2019
Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #13094
HiCON F/W #3.99
RSI Version 8.0.7

  • Operator Panel: added option to lock FRO to RRO and ini configuration for such (DEV-585)
  • Dashboards: stability and performance improvements
  • Operator Panel: stability improvements (DEV-617)
  • MPG: Slow direction changes are ineffectual (DEV-589)
  • MPG: Accel/max velocity are incorrect after exiting Mach config (DEV-557)
  • Tool Change: Added safety check to ensure that the pocket the PLC changed to was the one selected. (DEV-633)
  • Fixed Lua "Error: GetOEMParamValueString(MachMotionOEMParameters,ToolSetterPositionType)" (DEV-593)
Release 11172.12722

shipped 2/22/2019
Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #12722
HiCON F/W #3.67

  • Installer: always install PoKeys application (DEV-335)
  • Installer: always load the screen associated with the selected control model. (DEV-469)
  • Installer: Disable selection of control models for machine types that don't support them. (DEV-553)
  • RapidPath: always send spindle velocity-profile parameters before commanding speed (DEV-491)
  • Installer: Disable home in place for RapidPath; enable it for everything else (DEV-549)
  • Installer: Update Knee Mill I/O config to match standard panel (DEV-576)
  • Installer: enable home in place and soft limits for all six HiCON axes (DEV-549)
Release 11172.12654

shipped 2/15/2019
Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #12654
HiCON F/W #3.67

12586 - 12654

  • Dashboard: simplify MDI buttons as function button (DEV-567)
  • Installer: allow profile names with spaces and other special characters
  • Installer: specify G94 (units per minute) as the default for mills (DEV-473)
  • Installer: configure machine-specific defaults (DEV-473)
  • Installer: don't overwrite dashboard on an upgrade (DEV-445)
  • Screen: buttons that should open dialogs do nothing (DEV-579)
  • Slight performance improvements
Release 11172.12585

shipped 2/6/2019
Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #12585
Hicon F/W #3.67

12533 - 12585

  • Fixed unusual behavior of SRO knob/slider for 1000-series operator panel (DEV-558)
  • Fixed Lua Error: "nil" and "attempt to call GetTitle (a nil value)"
  • Fixed Lua Error: "Expected a 'string' or 'wxString' for parameter 4, but got a 'no value'" (DEV-528)
  • Installer incorrectly overwrites HiCON settings on an upgrade (DEV-537)
  • RapidPath: added safety check for uncontrolled move-to-zero on enable (DEV-538)
Release 11172.12532

shipped 1/25/2019
Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #12532
Hicon F/W #3.67

12467 - 12532

  • sets calculated tool length to current tool number in tool setter position wizard DEV-518
  • added check for tool zero (which is not allowed) while calibrating tool length in tool setter wizard DEV-518
  • removed diagnostic registers that were causing issues DEV-510
  • fix FileQueue mutex problem using scoped lock object DEV-500
  • added check for operator panel thread running before starting it again DEV-510
  • added operator panel thread running as criteria for ending thread DEV-510
  • FileQueue close mutex handle on destroy DEV-500
  • don't restart LuaFileQueue timer after 10 unexpected errors in timer handler DEV-500
  • removed access to registers during destruction of IO operator panel DEV-510
  • removed unnecessary sizing on z position wizard (release) DEV-496
  • removed save commands on start of tool setter height and z position wizards (release)
  • check return of wizard before setting tool setter parameters (release) DEV-495
  • attempt to save/flush tool info immediately after it's updated
Release 11172.12466

shipped 1/15/2019
Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #12466
Hicon F/W #3.67

12357 - 12466

[CHANGELOG] merge harden-drivefault-reporting from dev
[CHANGELOG] updated operator panels to create jog rate register for the V1 screen to monitor
[CHANGELOG] Fixed another issue with older builds and tool setters
[CHANGELOG] changed method of copying modules/resource folder in installer DEV-443 DEV-470
[CHANGELOG] added line to specify "start in" directory for rapid path shortcut DEV-463
[CHANGELOG] Fixed tool tool pocket change

Release 11172.12357

shipped 1/7/2019
(first kneemill setup wizard installer)
Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #12357
Hicon F/W #3.67

12033 - 12357

[CHANGELOG] Auto tool setter fix
[CHANGELOG] Setup wizard for kneemill added
[CHANGELOG] (BugFix) Installer wouldn't update PoKeys if it was alread installed DEV-335

Release 11172.12032

shipped 12/10/2018
(first RapidPath installer)
Mach Build 3882
MachMotion Build #12032
Hicon F/W #3.67

10388 - 12032

[CHANGELOG] Bug: RapidPath:GetLoadPercent() fails/errors on the first attempt
[CHANGELOG] Added parameters for out of band axes rotary or linear
Changed rotary or linear parameters to default to linear
[CHANGELOG] Add semi-intelligent Python install code
Only install Python if the installed version is different.
Code Cleanup
Use StrFunc.nsh, remove manually-defined functions copied from NSIS project website
documentation
Upgrade to Python 3.7.1
[CHANGELOG] Added parameters for turning off mist/flood/spindle during cycle stop or m30 DEV-393
[CHANGELOG] (BugFix) Fixed error message ("Error creating motion controller object" and "Couldn't find the root screen object") when no motion controller was configured.
[CHANGELOG] MPG jog increment parameters added for rotary axes

Release 11172

shipped 9/21/2018
(first 2000 series installer)
Mach Build 3870
MachMotion Build #11451
Hicon F/W #3.67

10388 - 11451

NEWFANGLED:
Many changes to G68. All rotations might work a lot better
Demo mode times out with message instead of crashing
Peck drilling is now not limited 256 pecks. 


Add "Refresh" context-sensitive menu to plugin panels: MachineIO, DataViewer, IOViewer, SignalViewer.
[CHANGELOG] fixed rip cut at 90 degrees to be reliable DEV-242
[CHANGELOG] BUG: CPU usage very high during tool changes. Added sleeps to the while loops of PLC modbus waits so to let windows breath and clean up CPU usage
on my laptop went from 50% to 20% after adding sleep in SeqWait
DEV-225
[CHANGELOG] BUG: CPU usage very high during tool changes. Added sleeps to the while loops of PLC modbus waits so to let windows breath and clean up CPU usage
on my laptop went from 50% to 20% after adding sleep in SeqWait
[CHANGELOG] fixed goto positions config not saving being untied to a position type DEV-224
[CHANGELOG] fixed automatic machine calibration 'calculate' button enabling on subsequent opens DEV-214
[CHANGELOG] changed the minimum pokeys version to depend on the operator panel type DEV-177
[Changelog] Click PLC Oxy - customers can now modify the oxy output assignments
[CHANGELOG] User fields in tool table for limiting spindle direction.
[CHANGELOG] Fixed Plasma Homing Issue (DEV-105)
[CHANGELOG] fixed DEV-136
instead of setting rapid rate to 0 on going off of the 2% selection, setting rapid rate to 0 when setting an incremental selection
[CHANGELOG] Surface Grinder - added the logic to use fine dress distance. It appears to be working now.
[CHANGELOG] fixed GMS not saving filename between instances of Mach DEV-94
[CHANGELOG] changed label in automatic calibration to be what should actually be entered DEV-127
fixed apply-default-value logic
[CHANGELOG] (BugFix) MachMotion Parameters do not use default values if unsaved
DEV-92
[CHANGELOG] Grinder - Centerless - Added a kicker to the screen
Moved THC:Sync Hardware Enable to low-priority PLC loop
[CHANGELOG] BugFix: Neuron doesn't enable if the Plasma tab isn't active and lots of other PLASMA bugs (Oxy head selection, check homing state before homing, Oxy homing not working, torch not homing correctly)
[CHANGELOG] set the pokeys invalid serial number to be <= 0 again per DEV-30
[CHANGELOG] Centerless Grinder - Getting Centerless grinder working on current development

The Elderly Releases

Release 10278

shipped sometime/2018
(big jump to the new parameters and GMS plugin)
Mach Build 3804
10388 - 11333 

6432 - 10388
[CHANGELOG] (BUG) removed motor delay from plasma machineDefault.ini This is what was causing the enable and home dialog to not work.
[CHANGELOG] (BUG) Cycle stop while tapping was skipping cycle stop for good reason but then waiting for mach to go idle. Don't wait for stop if you're not calling stop
[CHANGELOG] lathe cc multiplies thread height by two when calculating the end X position
[CHANGELOG] added warning for spindle override < 1%
[CHANGELOG] fixed lathe grooving cycle to only cut in on one axis at a time during side-to-side grooving
[CHANGELOG] BUG: sleep after hicon homing for 800 ms to allow the hicon to finish up so that motion won't jump if you try to jog right after homing
[CHANGELOG] Mill - Added return tool - Call M6 T0 to return the tool and not pick up another tool
[CHANGELOG] Mill - Added enable output for wireless tool setters to machine parameters
[CHANGELOG] - Centerless Grinder - Added an auto loader enable button
[CHANGELOG] Added feature to Retain Mach Overrides On Shutdown
CHANGELOG: Fixed mach hanging issues in spindle speed macro
CHANGELOG: Added Macro Style Spindle Orient
added memory leak checking (_DEBUG only) code to RMP files
[CHANGELOG] BUG M225: changed the data verification for V parameter so you can do 0s and 7s it was only allowing 1-6
[CHANGELOG] Plasma - Raise torch in M30
[CHANGELOG] Plasma - plasma and servo oxy now work correctly
[CHANGELOG] BUG: In metric the Current velocity DRO flickers.
FIX: Find and replace "DRO Code">18</Property> to "DRO Code">0</Property> change to all screens unmapping the VelocityDRO to not be mapped to Steves code for it. we calculate the velocity ourselves in m.GetBlendedVelocity()
[CHANGELOG] BUG: In metric the Current velocity DRO flickers.
FIX: Find and replace "DRO Code">18</Property> to "DRO Code">0</Property> change to all screens unmapping the VelocityDRO to not be mapped to Steves code for it. we calculate the velocity ourselves in m.GetBlendedVelocity()
[CHANGELOG] added back in the event handler for the Machine IO config panel
[CHANGELOG](Feature) Allow renaming of GoTo positions.
[CHANGELOG] added in gms notifications to SIG_LIBRARY for limit switches
[CHANGELOG] changed jog rate boundaries from [1, 100] to [0, 100] (%) (bad binaries; fixed at r8318)
[CHANGELOG] updated a bunch of messages in the modules about how to reset the gms alarms and warnings
[CHANGELOG] updated rmp to set a drive alarm title as well as message
[CHANGELOG] BUG: Removed the logic from cycle stop to set the line number back to what it was when pressed. We think this was for plasma stop points but it doesn't seem to help things anymore. If you press feed hold and then cycle stop the current line jumped forward a long ways.
[BUG] machine calibration pulley ratio disabled on startup
[BUG] fixed license maker to correct the switch from command line
[CHANGELOG] [BUG] fixed issue with gms v2 upgrade to v3
CHANGELOG: Added custom machine type to the installer
[CHANGELOG] added additional logging to file for when a gms message changes state
[CHANGELOG] prohibit jogging while toolpath generating so that you don't get stuck in jogging state until generation done
[CHANGELOG] jog rate is set in Mach upon change on operator panel
CHANGELOG: MM installer configures machine for crash dumps.
[CHANGELOG] Tangential knife post for SheetCAM
CHANGELOG: MM Diag/Plotter opens faster, Plotting enhancements
[CHANGELOG] Plasma - Without auto igniter, running a gcode file with M6 T2 would error out
fixed for _DEBUG
Moved debug-new def out of header (no testing was done here, except building, but this is only for _DEBUG builds anyway)
'wx/msw/msvcrt.h' fights to the death with boost::sprit in _DEBUG
Mill - CHANGELOG [Mill] - Disable spindle override during tool change
[CHANGELOG] Global message system is now it's own plugin.
[CHANGELOG] Surface Grinder Updates from Install at Regal
[BUG] [GMS] [MachMotion] fixed gms start-up bug introduced at r7061
[CHANGELOG] New lathe comp fixes. This swaps the G42/G41 for some geometries where it was wrong. Also does the lead in and out different.
[CHANGELOG] Sigma Nest Post Fixed Angle setting for exact stop calls
[CHANGELOG] Many updates to turn for toolchanger and calculating offsets. Now turn uses the same toolchange logic as mill. Updated parameters for both mill and turn toolchangers.
[CHANGELOG] Wireless pendant is now functional... Not ready for release but can be tested in dev.
[CHANGELOG] BUG SpindleBrakeOn.mcs had a rounding error with wx.wxMilliSleep this was fixed in mill a while ago and now it's using mill as external to also fix lathe.
Router - CHANGELOG [Router] Added Configuration Sheet for Router Carousel Tool Changers
Router - CHANGELOG [Router] Tool unclamp button wasn't working on startup - PMC only runs after something is changed.
[CHANGELOG] (BUG) (Mill) SpindleBrakeOn.mcs was crashing saying "expecting integer got number" -- added a math.floor( to the wx.wxMilliSleep to keep it from crashing wx
[CHANGELOG] (Bug) Fixed crash when cancelling out of "Go To Positions" dialog (with no configured Go To positions)
[CHANGELOG] (Feature) Added OEM user GUI module with failsafe loading code in the default UserGUIModule
[CHANGELOG] Retract should be finished... Lightstack still needs to be updated to show when retract is active.
[CHANGELOG] Added parameter for exiting retract
[CHANGELOG] Screen Updates for V2 and Reset added to GMS
[BUG] RSI crashing on shutdown stopped with added MotionController::Delete() call
[BUG] RSI disable exception stopped with changing timeout to buffer * 1.5
[CHANGELOG] (Feature) Screen objects can be "stacked" within a group.
[CHANGELOG] FEATURE (Router) - Drill bank macros added
[CHANGELOG] Defaulted MachMotion plugin to not stop MPG jogging.
[CHANGELOG] Major module structure changes
[CHANGELOG] Updated plasma parameters
[changelog] BUG: Alexsys: New surfacing. Now graphics show more than just 1/4 of the surfacing
[CHANGELOG] Puddle Jump Time is now being saved.
[CHANGELOG] Retract updates
[CHANGELOG] Added profile item to control pendant stop methods. mcProfileGetInt(0, "MachMotion", "PendantStopMethod")
[CHANGELOG] Screen Version 2 updates and Retract updated.
[CHANGELOG] Added Retract dialog to CommonGUIModule.lua and added M235 MCode to talk to the screen.
[CHANGELOG] New version 2 screen stuff... Might break old screens.
[CHANGELOG] Added documentation for probing wizard
[CHANGELOG] New HiCON plugin with new motor stop logic and new sync motion logic
[CHANGELOG] Added solution for RoboticSys
[CHANGELOG] Updated Tool Changer Configuration Sheets
[CHANGELOG] Added new tool changer configuration sheets
[CHANGELOG] Bug: fixed dashboard diagnostics fixture offsets
[CHANGELOG] Bug: fixed probing wizard fixture offset pound variable equation
[CHANGELOG] Added GMSv3 documentation
[CHANGELOG] GMSv3 fixed bug generating script and io actions from lua
[CHANGELOG] Made opr panel calibration with better wx practices

Release 6432

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