Siemens SINUMERIK 808D ADVANCED Programming And Operating Manual page 218

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Initially, you define a contour starting point (see Section "Defining a start point (Page 219)").
The contour is then programmed step by step (see Section "Programming example for turning application (Page 229)").
Softkey functions
①
An element was selected using the cursor keys. This softkey enlarges the image section of the selected element.
②
Zooms the graphic in/out/automatically
③
When you select this softkey, you can move the red cross-hair with the cursor keys and choose a picture detail to
display. When you deactivate this softkey, the input focus is positioned in the contour chain again.
④
If you press this softkey, help graphics are displayed in addition to the relevant parameter. Pressing the softkey again
exits the help mode.
⑤
Press this softkey to toggle between the selections. This softkey functions the same as pressing the following key:
⑥
Defines a pole for contour programming in polar coordinates. The pole can only be entered in absolute Cartesian
coordinates.
⑦
Exits the contour editor and returns to the program editor window, without transferring the last edited values to the
main program
⑧
Saves the settings for the start point
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Select a program file, and press this key to open it in the program editor.
Press this softkey to open the contour editor window.
Programming and Operating Manual (Turning)
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