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Use this manual for setting up a new VFD.  For GA series drives make sure the Yaskawa Drive Wizard is updated to the most recent version. Set these parameters from the front panel of the VFD and cycle power. TCP Modbus The default IP from the factor is 192...

Here is a link to Artsoft's lathe-specific G code manual: https://www.machsupport.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Lathe%20GCode%20Programming.pdf 

Follow the link to view all 4 of MachMotion's canned cycle tutorial videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8hRpvggzDMEOsR1rGH_EWPlMSCidGRHf

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1. Wiring Control Cable: The VFD Control cable is the green Ethernet cable that runs from the Yaskawa VFD to the Control PC as shown in Figure 1. Or if you have an Apollo III motion controller, connect the VFD control cable into Ethernet 1 Port on the A...

Warning: On a VFD with modbus control, most of VFD parameters are downloaded automatically so only use this process for advanced or custom options. Install/Open Yaskawa DriveWizard 1) Open the MachMotion Programs and Drivers shortcut on the desktop and selec...

Introduction Overview This manual gives an overview for the basic operation of the MachMotion Mill and Router controls. The screen is shown below, followed by a brief summary of the different features of the screen. The numbers shown in the screenshot refe...

Follow this procedure to shut-down the control and the machine in the proper sequence to keep the control running smoothly. 1) In Mach, click on the "Service" tab. 2) Click on the "Maintenance" tab. 3) Click on the power button. 4) Once you have clic...

1) Use template to drill and tap four (4) ½”-13 mounting holes for clevis with the bottom of the clevis 2” from the bottom of the machine. 2) Mount clevis using the provided ½”-13 x 1.5” socket head cap screws to 80 ftlb using a ⅜” allen wrench and level ...

PMC Overview "PMC" is a Mach feature that uses ladder logic programming to do more complicated I/O configuration. While it has many applications, we most commonly use it to create a safety interlock that states certain criteria must be met before an output ca...

Click the attachment to the left to download the PDF instructions of how to load parameters onto a TECO drive.

Here is a great video resource on using an automatic or manual tool setter in Mach4. This video shows this feature with our 1000 series control, but is also applicable to the 2000 series. The screen will just look a little different. https://www.youtube.com/w...

If your machine is moving incorrect commanded distances, it might be a matter of being calibrated incorrectly. Or, maybe you're setting up a machine for the first time. In either case, follow either of these two procedures to calibrate your machine and make su...

On a lathe/turn, it's possible you have the wrong type of tool table. If you delete the existing tool table and restart Mach a couple of times, Mach will automatically create the right kind of tool table. Shut down Mach4. Navigate to the C:\Mach4\Profiles\T...

If there is a short in a servo motor or cable, it can blow a newly installed drive. So, make sure the motor and cable are good before before installing a new drive!   (Finish Later)

Open "VSI Device Manager" in MachMotion Programs and Drivers. Click "Scan Network." (red box below) Select the HiCon that appears in the "Network Devices" box above. PLEASE NOTE: Never click the "Switch to Loader" button in VSI Manager. This can brick the...

MachMotion’s goal every day is to help companies maximize uptime and make them successful. While supporting 1000s of CNC Controls in the industry, we strive to prioritize the needs of each customer in the best way possible. To schedule or learn more about...

This installation of a MachMotion control upgrade is the same process no matter what machine type, make or model. Please use the following manual as your guide to locate and mark the old wiring, remove the original system and install the new MachMotion compl...

Remove From Case and Connect Hardware 1) Place keyboard, mouse pad, and mouse in the control tray. 2) Ensure connection of WiFi and pendant antennas as shown in the photo below. 3) Connect a plug-in power cable. Connect to WiFi Network 1) Click on t...