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Quick Start Guide
High-Z Series
https://www.cnc-step.de/en/
Status: 30.05.2017

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  • Page 1 Quick Start Guide High-Z Series https://www.cnc-step.de/en/ Status: 30.05.2017...
  • Page 2 This Quick Start Guide will help you with the initial start-up of the machine. It also includes optional accessory that is connected directly to the machine or control. For more detailed information please refer to the individual manuals. CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 2 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ConstruCam 3D ........................22 6.3.1 Installation ......................... 22 6.3.2 Milling program generation with KinetiC-NC ..............22 6.3.3 Interaction with WinPC-NC ....................23 Other Software ........................23 CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 3 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50 27.09.2013...
  • Page 4 Quick Start Guide High-Z Series CUSTOMER SERVICE ....................24 CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 4 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50 27.09.2013...
  • Page 5: Connectors And Cables On The Machine

    4th axis are found via the PIN15 of the LPT port. For this combination, we have a solution. To do so, please contact our customer service. CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 5 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50...
  • Page 6: Connections To Of The Zero-3 Stepper Motor Controller

    Connector D-Sub 9pol. for motor Z Connector D-Sub 15pol. for 4th axis (Rotary axis / tangential knife) Connector D-Sub 9pol. for Control line ST Emergency-stop-button Power-button Status-LEDs CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 6 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50 27.09.2013...
  • Page 7: Back Side

    This guarantees also that the power supply is interrupted at faults and in emergency case. The maximum power consumption per outlet may not exceed 8A. The current consumption of the two sockets together may not exceed 13.5A. CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 7 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50...
  • Page 8: Connecting The Machine To The Zero-3 Control

    - Make sure that the control is turned off. - Connect all 5 cables with the Zero-3 controller. - Make sure that you back up all connections with the knurled screws from loosening. CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 8 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50...
  • Page 9: Connection Possibility Of A 4Th Axis

    - Connect the supplied power cable to the C-socket of the controller. - Make sure that you back up all connections with the knurled screws from loosening. CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 9 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50...
  • Page 10: Connection Options Of Optional Accessories

    Overview Connection and power supply via Zero -3 control Milling motors Noga spray cooling Compressor Zero-3 Back Side Granitograv Laser engraving unit Converter / HF-spindle CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 10 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50 27.09.2013...
  • Page 11: Milling Motors

    This is recommended by us. This has the advantage that lubrication is only done when it is necessary. Make sure that the control is turned off. Connect the power adapter to the socket 2 (Rel.2) Zero-3 controller. CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 11 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50 27.09.2013...
  • Page 12: Inverter And Hf Spindles

    Connect the power supply of the respective control box with the socket 1 (Rel.1) of the Zero-3 controller. Please note for operation the associated manuals with more detailed information! CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 12 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50...
  • Page 13: Software Installation

    Software installation KinetiC-NC KinetiC-NC is the latest control software from CNC-STEP. The software can be found on the included USB stick. The installation is carried out by running the setup file. When you start the software for the first time, you will be asked for your machine type. Please select one from the list.
  • Page 14: Connecting Hardware

    The power supply is via a mini USB cable. This can be connected directly to a USB port of the PC or even better to a USB power supply. CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 14 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50 27.09.2013...
  • Page 15: Winpcnc

    32-bit 32-bit 32- / 64-bit 32- / 64-bit 32- / 64-bit 32- / 64-bit System WinPCNC Light Economy Profi Profi E/A Profi LPT2 Variant CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 15 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50 27.09.2013...
  • Page 16: Installation

    In all variants, the LPT2 port is only used for optional accessories, and some machines extensions. The additional hardware (ncUSB, USB dongle) is now recognized and installed by Windows. CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 16 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50...
  • Page 17: Configuration

    Some computers have multiple LPT ports, so that the right one first has to be found out. If the interfaces are not marked on the PC, you need to find out which interface you have connected to the control. CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 17 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50...
  • Page 18 When using 2 LPT ports (only Economy) please repeat with both connected interfaces ! This port address (es) you must now enter in WinPCNC (see 6.2.6). CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 18 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50...
  • Page 19: Determination Of The Com Interface (Professional)

    In WinPCNC you must then select COM4 (see 6.2.6). The COM4 interface is provided via the USB / Serial converter. This is indicated by the entry USB Serial Port (COM4). CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 19 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50 27.09.2013...
  • Page 20: Entry Of The Determined Interface / Port Address In Winpcnc

    The LPT1 port address you have already registered. (s. above) The LPT2 port address, you must enter, under Parameters - machine- signal Assistant . Caution: After each parameter setting in WinPCNC Always press the "Save" button. CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 20 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50 27.09.2013...
  • Page 21: Check The Efficiency

    Please read the handbook by WinPCNC. The examples described herein refer to our recommended software WinPCNC. With alternative software such as Mach3 etc. the situation is similar. CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 21 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50...
  • Page 22: Construcam 3D

    This can now be opened in KinetiC-NC. Tip: You can copy and rename this file for later use. However, the export file created above must not be deleted or moved. CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 22 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50...
  • Page 23: Interaction With Winpc-Nc

    Filou NC12 for plasma cutting (soft approaching of contours) Filou DeskProto MultiAxis 6.1 for rotary axes For further information, please refer to the respective documentation. CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 23 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50...
  • Page 24 If you have questions, please contact our customer service via e-mail or phone. We advise you gladly. Numerous suggestions and information can be found on our website: https://www.cnc-step.de/en/ CNC-STEP e.K. ▪ Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany Page 24 Support: +49 (0)2831/91021-50 27.09.2013...

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