Creating A Multi-Channel Program - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual

Multi-channel machining (only 840D sl)
9.2 Multi-channel support (only 840D sl)
In the multi-channel editor, you have the option of simultaneously opening several programs
and editing them. In this case, the multi-channel editor supports you regarding program
synchronization from a time perspective.
9.2.2

Creating a multi-channel program

All of the programs involved in a multi-channel machining operation are combined in one
workpiece.
In a job list, enter the program names, define the program type - G code or ShopTurn
program - and assign these to a channel.
Requirement
● "programSYNC" option
Procedure
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Software options
You require the "programSYNC" option to generate and edit synchronized
programs in the multi-channel editor.
Software options
You require the "ShopMill/ShopTurn" option to generate and edit ShopTurn
programs.
Machine manufacturer
If you only program G code programs, then you can switch-out the multi-channel
view.
Please refer to the machine manufacturer's specifications.
1. Select the "Program Manager" operating area.
2. Press the "NC" softkey and select the "Workpieces" folder.
3. Press the "New" and "programSYNC multi-channel" softkeys.
The "New job list" window opens.
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