Entering Math - Challenge CHAMPION 370 XT Operator's Manual

8.0 Operation
The send mode is the first screen displayed after the backgauge is preset. From this screen the
backgauge can be positioned with the backgauge pinpoint control or by entering a value and pressing
the SEND key. A mathematical expression can also be entered as a send value. Simply type the
expression and press SEND. You can also enter an equation that begins with the current backgauge
position. For example, if you want to send the backgauge 2" forward from its current position, just
press [-] [2] and SEND.
The send mode screen can also be used for doing math calculations that are larger than the
backgauge's reverse limit. In this case, you must press ENTER to have the result displayed on the
screen.

8.10.1 Entering Math

In the simple send mode, the Champion XG is capable of calculating an entire math string such as,
10-5+5x6+2_3/4. However, the result is limited to 29999.000 and the result cannot be a negative
value. In the job mode, and during a send, the result of the calculation must be less than the
backgauge limit of 30.500 inches.
8.10.2 Entering Fractions
Fractions are entered with the priority add key X/Y. The symbol displayed when this key is pressed is
the underline symbol "_". This instructs the computer to add the fractional portion of the entry before
performing the remaining math. This key is useful when entering a formula as follows: 3x2_3/4 =
8_1/4. If a simple plus had been used instead, the result would be as follows: 3x2+3/4 = 6_3/4.
8.11 Repeat Mode
This mode allows the operator to make a series of cuts during which the backgauge moves a
specified distance between each cut. To enter repeat mode, press soft-key "H" (Repeat). The
display will then look like the one below:
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Type in the desired initial backgauge position and press ENTER. The backgauge will then move to
that position. Then type in the step value and press ENTER. Position the paper and make a cut.
The backgauge will then move forward by the step amount, and a new cut can be made. When
finished, press soft-key "H" (Exit) to exit back to send mode.
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