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  • Page 1 User's Manual For the latest information on this machine (including manuals), see the DGSHAPE Corporation website (http:// www.dgshape.com/).
  • Page 2  DGSHAPE Corporation assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage that may occur with respect to any article made using this product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents ....................................3 Chapter 1 Basic Operation ..................6 Displaying or Exiting VPanel ............................7 What is VPanel? ..............................7 Displaying VPanel .............................. 7 VPanel Display in the Task Tray ........................8 Exiting VPanel ..............................8 VPanel Window and Functions ............................9 Top Window .................................
  • Page 4 Contents Chapter 3 Maintenance ................... 57 Maintenance Precautions..............................58 Maintenance Precautions ..........................58 Daily Maintenance ................................59 Cleaning after Milling Finishes ........................59 Cleaning the Milling Bur/Adapter ......................61 Care and Storage of Detection Pin and Automatic Correction Jig ..........61 Periodic Maintenance ..............................62 Situations Requiring Maintenance ......................62 Situations Requiring Part Replacement ....................62 Spindle Run-in (Warm-up) ..........................63 Correcting the Milling Machine ........................65...
  • Page 5 A machine that has the same ID has been connected..............111 The adapter to use during milling has not been set................ 111 Company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. http://www.dgshape.com/ Copyright © 2017-2018 DGSHAPE Corporation...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Basic Operation

    Chapter 1 Basic Operation Displaying or Exiting VPanel ......................7 What is VPanel? ........................7 Displaying VPanel ........................7 VPanel Display in the Task Tray ...................8 Exiting VPanel ...........................8 VPanel Window and Functions .......................9 Top Window ..........................9 "Settings" Tab ......................... 13 "Maintenance" Tab ....................... 14 "Mail"...

  • Page 7: Displaying Or Exiting Vpanel

    Displaying or Exiting VPanel What is VPanel? VPanel is an application that can be used to operate this milling machine from a computer screen. It has functions for outputting milling data, performing maintenance, and making various corrections. It also displays information such as the milling machine status and errors.

  • Page 8: Vpanel Display In The Task Tray

    Displaying or Exiting VPanel VPanel serves as resident software. VPanel works as resident software that is constantly working to manage the milling machine, send e-mails*, and so on. It is recommended to configure the settings so that VPanel starts automatically when the computer starts. ( "...

  • Page 9: Vpanel Window And Functions

    VPanel Window and Functions Top Window The top window displays the statuses of connected milling machines and an output list of milling data. When more than one machine is connected, the machine displayed in the MACHINE STATUS window is the target of the operations.
  • Page 10 VPanel Window and Functions Displays the connected machines as square icons (■). (In the figure shown above, four machines are connected.) Click ■ to display the machine's ID and name below the icon. The IDs of machines whose power is turned off are shown with [-].
  • Page 11 VPanel Window and Functions Click this to display the operation status of all the connected machines in a list. You can also click the displayed list to select the machine to operate. To return to the original display, click in the upper-right corner. MACHINE STATUS Displays the status of the function (Intelligent Tool Control) for automatically switching...
  • Page 12 " P.21 ""Milling bur management" Window" Display the settings window. " P.13 ""Settings" Tab" " P.14 ""Maintenance" Tab" " P.16 ""Mail" Tab" " P.18 ""VPanel" Tab" " P.19 ""DWINDEX" Tab" Click this to access the DGSHAPE Corporation website. Chapter 1 Basic Operation...

  • Page 13: Settings" Tab

    VPanel Window and Functions "Settings" Tab On this tab, you can configure settings related to the machine's ID and NC codes. When more than one machine is connected, the machine selected in the top window becomes the target for the setting. Display Explanation Select how to interpret numbers in NC codes.

  • Page 14: Maintenance" Tab

    VPanel Window and Functions You can adjust the milling speed and the spindle speed. This is useful when you want to change settings such as the milling speed on the fly while monitoring the milling status. Overrides are specified in percentages. For example, if the milling data command sent from the computer is 10,000 rpm, setting the override to 150% will cause the rotation speed to be 15,000 rpm.
  • Page 15 VPanel Window and Functions Milling bur change test Perform tests, maintenance, and other tasks related to operation with the ATC magazine. " P.62 "Situations Requiring Maintenance" Open collet/Close collet " P.61 "Care and Storage of Detection Pin and Automatic Correction Jig" Emergency release This button is enabled when the power is turned on while a cover is open.

  • Page 16: Mail" Tab

    VPanel Window and Functions "Mail" Tab Settings on this tab can be configured so that a notification email is sent when milling finishes, when an error occurs, or when maintenance is complete. When more than one machine is connected, all of the machines become the targets for the settings.
  • Page 17 VPanel Window and Functions Important • It may be impossible to send emails because of the settings of software such as security software. If emails cannot be sent, check the settings of the security software being used as anti-virus software or for a similar purpose.

  • Page 18: Vpanel" Tab

    VPanel Window and Functions "VPanel" Tab On this tab, you can set the automatic starting of VPanel and the layout of the top window. When more than one machine is connected, the machine selected in the top window becomes the target for the setting. Display Explanation Select the layout of the top window.

  • Page 19: Dwindex" Tab

    VPanel Window and Functions "DWINDEX" Tab Use this tab to save the logs (containing information such as the machine's operating time, the milling burs used in milling and the milling time, and the milled workpiece and the milling time) of the operating machine. Display Explanation Select this check box to save machine logs (operation records) in the...

  • Page 20: Manual Correction" Window

    VPanel Window and Functions "Manual correction" Window In this window, you can perform manual correction of the milling machine. Perform correction to precisely adjust accuracy. When more than one machine is connected, the machine selected in the top window becomes the target for correction.

  • Page 21: Milling Bur Management" Window

    VPanel Window and Functions "Milling bur management" Window By selecting a milling bur to be used, the work time of the selected milling bur will be recorded automatically. In addition, when the bur reaches the preset replacement time, a warning message will be displayed. When more than one machine is connected, the machine selected in the top window is managed.
  • Page 22 VPanel Window and Functions Intelligent Tool Control (ITC) Function Settings This machine is equipped with the Intelligent Tool Control (ITC) function. By setting the ITC function, you can automatically replace milling burs that reach their replacement time during use with the next milling bur. This makes it possible to continue milling for a long time without any loss in milling quality.

  • Page 23: Milling Bur Registration" Window

    VPanel Window and Functions "Milling bur registration" Window A milling bur's registration information can be changed in order to change the work time or the replacement time. When more than one machine is connected, the milling bur for the machine selected in the top window will be the target.

  • Page 24: Cleaning" Window

    (For dust collectors with a linking function and connected to the expansion port Dust collector ON/OFF with a linking cable.) For details on the dust collector, see the DWX-52DCi "Setup Guide." Moves the rotary axis unit to the front. Use this function when cleaning the Front rotary axis unit.

  • Page 25: Using/Reading The Built-In Panel

    Using/Reading the Built-In Panel Using/Reading the Built-In Panel Operation button Flashes when an error has occurred. ERROR Lights when operation is paused. PAUSE Lights when the power is turned on. POWER Flashes when data is being cancelled and during the initial operations. CANCEL Milling data received while this light is flashing will be cancelled.

  • Page 26: Statuses Indicated By Status Light Color

    Using/Reading the Built-In Panel Statuses Indicated by Status Light Color Status light inside Status light inside the front cover the magazine cover Status Light Inside the Front Cover The machine is in standby or is performing the initial operations. The light will turn off if no Blue operation is performed for 30 seconds when in standby, causing the machine to sleep.

  • Page 27: Switching The Power On Or Off

    Switching the Power On or Off Switching the Power On Procedure Close the front cover and the magazine cover. Switch on the machine's power switch. The machine starts the initial operations. When the status light stops flashing and remains steadily lit, the initial operations are complete.

  • Page 28: Chapter 2 Milling

    Chapter 2 Milling Preparing for Milling ........................29 CAM Settings Necessary for Milling ................29 Workpiece ..........................29 Milling bur ..........................30 Cleaning tool .......................... 30 Adapter/Adapter ID ......................31 Compressed Air (Setting the Regulator) ..............32 Starting Milling ..........................33 Step 1: Mounting the Workpiece on the Adapter .............

  • Page 29: Preparing For Milling

    Preparing for Milling CAM Settings Necessary for Milling The settings shown below must be included in the milling data used by this machine. Set the type of workpiece to use in milling. Workpiece " P.29 "Usable Workpieces and Sizes" Set the ID of the adapter to use in milling. Adapter ID "...

  • Page 30: Milling Bur

    Usable Milling Bur Sizes * The shape of the milling bur is merely an example. Select the milling bur that matches the application. Contact your authorized DGSHAPE Corporation dealer or visit our website (http://www.dgshape.com/) to purchase items. Unit: mm ø4...

  • Page 31: Adapter/Adapter Id

    Preparing for Milling Adapter/Adapter ID Workpieces are used while set in adapters labeled with adapter IDs. Manage the work situations of workpieces by using CAM to specify the adapter ID. Once you have started using a workpiece, do not remove it from the adapter until you are finished using it.

  • Page 32: Compressed Air (Setting The Regulator)

    Preparing for Milling Compressed Air (Setting the Regulator) WARNING Turn the air pressure adjustment knob slowly and carefully. Otherwise, the machine may move suddenly, posing a risk of injury. MEMO When CAM data is sent to the machine, it automatically adjusts the air pressure to match the workpiece to mill.

  • Page 33: Starting Milling

    Starting Milling Step 1: Mounting the Workpiece on the Adapter The mounting method differs depending on the workpiece type and size. " P.33 "For Disk Workpieces" " P.37 "For Pin-type Workpieces" You can mount workpieces on any of the adapters without any problems, but you have to specify the ID of the used adapter in CAM.
  • Page 34 Starting Milling Procedure Use a torque screwdriver to loosen the adapter screws, turning them approximately 4 times (4 locations). Use the included spare screws when a screw is lost or worn. Remove the adapter cap. Turn the adapter cap in the direction of the arrows to remove it. Adapter cap Chapter 2 Milling...
  • Page 35 Starting Milling Set the disk workpiece into the adapter base. Disk workpiece Adapter base Attach the adapter cap. Orient the adapter cap removed in step as shown in the following figure. Align the notched part on the right side. Chapter 2 Milling...
  • Page 36 Starting Milling Turn the adapter cap in the direction of the arrows to attach it to the screws. Use a torque screwdriver to tighten the screws in the locations shown in the figure (4 locations). Tighten the screws until they click into place. CAUTION To prevent workpiece damage, tighten the screws in order across the diagonals.
  • Page 37 Starting Milling Attach the adapter to the machine. " P.43 "Step 2: Attaching the Adapter to the Machine" For Pin-type Workpieces Required Items Pin-type workpiece Adapter Pin-type workpiece Torque screwdriver adapter Mount the pin-type workpiece adapter on the adapter. Use a torque screwdriver to loosen the adapter screws, turning them approximately 4 times (4 locations).
  • Page 38 Starting Milling Remove the adapter cap. Turn the adapter cap in the direction of the arrows to remove it. Mount the pin-type workpiece adapter on the adapter base. Orient the pin-type workpiece adapter as shown in the following figure, and then set it into the adapter base.
  • Page 39 Starting Milling Turn over and align it with the position shown in the figure. Align the recessed portion with the protrusion. Check that the pin-type workpiece adapter has been mounted on the adapter base without any gaps. If the pin-type workpiece adapter wobbles, check the position in step again.
  • Page 40 Starting Milling Turn the adapter cap in the direction of the arrows to attach it to the screws. Use a torque screwdriver to tighten the screws in the locations shown in the figure (4 locations). Tighten the screws until they click into place. Also, to tighten the screws evenly, after you tighten the screw in one location, tighten the screw that is diagonally across from it.
  • Page 41 Starting Milling Mount the workpiece on the pin-type workpiece adapter. Mounting layout examples The figure shows examples of the maximum number of workpieces that can be attached according to size. It also shows the layouts of these workpieces. Workpiece sizes are limited by the number of workpieces mounted in the machine, and the number of mountable workpieces is limited by the size of the workpieces mounted in the machine.
  • Page 42 Starting Milling Use a torque screwdriver to loosen the screws holding the pin-type workpiece in position. MEMO Use the included spare screws when a screw is lost or worn. Mount the pin-type workpiece on the pin-type workpiece adapter. Make sure the recessed portion of the pin-type workpiece is oriented downward, align the recessed portion with the protrusion of the pin-type workpiece adapter, and then insert the workpiece all the way in.

  • Page 43: Step 2: Attaching The Adapter To The Machine

    Starting Milling Step 2: Attaching the Adapter to the Machine Procedure Switch on the machine's power switch. " P.27 "Switching the Power On" After the initial operations are finished, open the magazine cover. Orient the adapter as shown in the figure, and then insert the adapter into the adapter stocker.
  • Page 44 Starting Milling Attach the adapter by aligning its tabs with the positions shown in the figure. When the adapter is set in the correct position, it is fixed in place with a magnet. Lightly tug on the adapter to check that it does not come loose. Close the front cover and the magazine cover.

  • Page 45: Step 3: Setting The Milling Bur

    Starting Milling Step 3: Setting the Milling Bur Required Items Hexagonal Milling bur Milling bur positioner Milling bur holder Mounting screw screwdriver Procedure Attach the milling bur holder to the milling bur positioner. Insert the milling bur holder oriented as shown in the figure and attach it so that it reaches the back of the hole.
  • Page 46 Starting Milling Set the milling bur in the ATC magazine. Firmly insert it as far as possible. Up to 15 milling burs can be set. The milling bur stocker numbers are shown on the surface of the magazine. CAUTION The "Cleaning" stocker is dedicated for the cleaning tool. Do not set milling burs in this stocker. Chapter 2 Milling...

  • Page 47: Step 4: Setting The Cleaning Tool

    Starting Milling Step 4: Setting the Cleaning Tool If you are not using the cleaning tool, proceed to the next step. Materials for Which the Cleaning Tool Is Effective Zirconia, composite resin, and CoCr sintered metal Required Items Cleaning tool Milling bur holder Mounting screw Hexagonal screwdriver...
  • Page 48 If the cleaning tool bristles spread out, the tool's effectiveness at removing milling waste will be reduced. If the bristles have spread out, replace the cleaning tool with a new one. Contact your authorized DGSHAPE Corporation dealer or visit our website (http://www.dgshape.com/) to purchase items.

  • Page 49: Step 5: Checking The Regulator Setting

    Starting Milling Step 5: Checking the Regulator Setting MEMO When CAM data is sent to the machine, it automatically adjusts the air pressure to match the workpiece to mill. Procedure Check that the pressure of the compressed air has been set to 0.2 MPa. If it has not been set to 0.2 MPa, set the pressure again.

  • Page 50: Step 6: Outputting Milling Data And Starting Milling

    Step 6: Outputting Milling Data and Starting Milling * You can also use commercial CAM software to output milling data. For information on compatible CAM software, contact your authorized DGSHAPE Corporation dealer. WARNING Be sure to turn on the dust collector.
  • Page 51 Starting Milling Click The "Open" window will appear. Select the milling data, and then click [Open]. The selected milling data is displayed in the data list of the "Output a file" window. Click [Add] in the "Output a file" window to add files when you want to output milling data continuously. Verify that the workpiece and the milling bur are set in the milling machine.
  • Page 52 Starting Milling Click [OK]. The output milling data is displayed in the JOB LIST of the top window, and milling starts. A sound will be emitted when milling has finished. CAUTION Do not open the front cover during milling. To ensure safety, opening the front cover during milling will cause an emergency stop to occur. "...

  • Page 53: Step 7: Removing The Adapter Cap From The Machine

    Starting Milling Step 7: Removing the Adapter Cap from the Machine WARNING Do not pull the adapter with excessive force when removing it. Doing so may result in injury arising from your hand or arm hitting something. Procedure Check that milling is finished. Open the magazine cover.

  • Page 54: Pausing Or Canceling Milling

    Pausing or Canceling Milling Aborting Output Procedure In the top window of VPanel, select the machine for which output will be aborted. Click The message shown in the figure will be displayed. To abort output Click [OK]. To continue output Click [Cancel].

  • Page 55: To Perform Continuous Milling

    To Perform Continuous Milling Automatically Switching Out the Worn Milling Bur (Intelligent Tool Control) During milling, the milling bur wears out and may need to be replaced. If you want to have the worn milling bur switched out automatically during milling, use Intelligent Tool Control. Intelligent Tool Control is a function that enables you to continuously use up to three milling burs of the same type.

  • Page 56: Purchasing Additional Adapters

    CAM data. To use workpieces completely, we recommend that you prepare spare adapters (up to a maximum of 26 adapters [IDs: A to Z]). Contact your authorized DGSHAPE Corporation dealer or visit our website (http://www.dgshape.com/) to purchase items.

  • Page 57: Chapter 3 Maintenance

    Chapter 3 Maintenance Maintenance Precautions ......................58 Maintenance Precautions ....................58 Daily Maintenance ........................... 59 Cleaning after Milling Finishes ..................59 Cleaning the Milling Bur/Adapter .................. 61 Care and Storage of Detection Pin and Automatic Correction Jig ..... 61 Periodic Maintenance ........................62 Situations Requiring Maintenance .................

  • Page 58: Maintenance Precautions

    Maintenance Precautions Maintenance Precautions WARNING Never use a pneumatic blower. This machine is not compatible with pneumatic blowers. Milling waste may get inside the machine and cause fire or electrical shock. WARNING Never use a solvent such as gasoline, alcohol, or thinner to perform cleaning. Doing so may result in fire.

  • Page 59: Daily Maintenance

    When the machine is in the standby state, opening the front cover and pressing the operation button will turn on the dust collector. (For dust collectors with a linking function and connected to the expansion port with a linking cable.) For details on the dust collector, see the DWX-52DCi "Setup Guide." Procedure With the dust collector operating, use the included brush to brush off the milling waste and use the dust collector to pick up the milling waste.
  • Page 60 Daily Maintenance Cleaning Inside the Magazine Cover Procedure Use the included brush to brush off the milling waste and use the dust collector to pick up the milling waste. Clean off any milling waste around areas in the following figure, as milling waste in these areas may affect the operations during milling.

  • Page 61: Cleaning The Milling Bur/Adapter

    Daily Maintenance Cleaning the Milling Bur/Adapter Use the included cloth for care to wipe off any dirt from the portion indicated in the figure. Part to be wiped Also carefully wipe away any milling waste that has affixed to the barcode. Care and Storage of Detection Pin and Automatic Correction Jig For automatic correction, use the detection pin and the automatic correction jig.

  • Page 62: Periodic Maintenance

    • P.60 "Cleaning Inside the Magazine Cover" When adapter IDs cannot be read • P.61 "Cleaning the Milling Bur/Adapter" Situations Requiring Part Replacement Contact your authorized DGSHAPE Corporation dealer or visit our website (http://www.dgshape.com/) to purchase items. Part name Replacement time/Guideline When the working time of the spindle exceeds 2,000 hours (with slight variation depending on the work situation).

  • Page 63: Spindle Run-In (Warm-Up)

    Periodic Maintenance Part name Replacement time/Guideline If the collet is deformed. If an overload error or other error occurs, the collet may be deformed. For information on how to perform replacement, refer to the replacement instruction manual included with the part. Collet If the spindle belt is worn.
  • Page 64 Periodic Maintenance Open the [Settings] window. In the top window of VPanel, select the machine to operate. When you have connected multiple machines, you can switch between the machines by clicking under MACHINE STATUS. Click The "Settings" window will appear. Click [Spindle run-in] on the "Maintenance"...

  • Page 65: Correcting The Milling Machine

    Periodic Maintenance Correcting the Milling Machine The accuracy of the milling machine may change if it is used for a long period of time or the surrounding environment changes. Performing automatic correction will correct the ATC magazine and rotary axis positions. Situations Requiring This Work •...
  • Page 66 Periodic Maintenance Use the included cloth for care to wipe clean the automatic correction jig and the detection pin. If any dirt is present in these locations, it may not be possible to perform the correction properly. Part to be wiped Detection pin Automatic correction jig Also clean the back side and the shaft.
  • Page 67 Periodic Maintenance Attach the automatic correction jig. MEMO The automatic correction jig can be attached to all adapter stockers. Insert the automatic correction jig into the adapter stocker as shown in the figure. Adapter ID: # Attach the adapter by aligning its tabs with the positions shown in the figure. When the adapter is set in the correct position, it is fixed in place with a magnet.
  • Page 68 Periodic Maintenance Lightly tug on the adapter to check that it does not come loose. Close the front cover and the magazine cover. Perform automatic correction. Show VPanel. " P.7 "Displaying VPanel" Open the "Settings" window. In the top window of VPanel, select the machine to operate. When you have connected multiple machines, you can switch between the machines by clicking under MACHINE STATUS.
  • Page 69 Periodic Maintenance Click [Automatic correction] on the "Maintenance" tab. Check that the work displayed on the screen is complete. Click [OK]. Automatic correction starts. Automatic correction is complete once the screen in the figure is displayed. Click [OK]. Chapter 3 Maintenance...
  • Page 70 Periodic Maintenance Remove the detection pin and the automatic correction jig. After removing the detection pin and the automatic correction jig, clean them, and then store them in the storage compartment. " P.61 "Care and Storage of Detection Pin and Automatic Correction Jig" Detection pin Procedure Open the front cover and remove the detection pin.

  • Page 71: Retightening The Collet

    Periodic Maintenance Retightening the Collet Continuous milling will cause the collet to become loose, making it easy for the milling bur to come off. Periodically retighten the collet. Recommended Interval for This Work • Once a month, or when the total work time of the spindle exceeds 200 hours (with slight variation depending on the work situation).
  • Page 72 Periodic Maintenance When the window shown in the following figure appears, click [OK]. The spindle unit will move, which will open the collet. When the window shown in the following figure appears, click [OK]. Retighten the collet. Fit the wrench onto the collet. Insert the detection pin into the collet.
  • Page 73 Periodic Maintenance Tighten the collet with the wrench while holding the detection pin with your hand. MEMO Tightening is sufficient once the wrench and the tip of the spindle unit (the shaded portion in the figure on the left) begin to rotate together.

  • Page 74: Regulator Maintenance (Emptying The Drain)

    Periodic Maintenance Regulator Maintenance (Emptying the Drain) The regulator is equipped with a filter that becomes filled with drainage (moisture and dust) over time. Periodically empty the drain. Situations Requiring This Work • When drainage builds up • When the bowl becomes dirty Procedure Loosen the lower knob little by little.

  • Page 75: Regulator Maintenance (Cleaning The Bowl)

    Periodic Maintenance Regulator Maintenance (Cleaning the Bowl) If the inside of the bowl becomes dirty, remove and wash the bowl. Bowl Procedure WARNING Be sure to bleed off the air pressure before removing the regulator bowl. Failure to do so may result in a rupture or components flying off. WARNING Before removing or attaching the regulator and before performing maintenance, make sure that the bowl is securely attached.
  • Page 76 Periodic Maintenance Remove the regulator. Remove the bowl from the regulator. Loosen Tighten Bowl Wash the bowl using a neutral detergent. After making sure that the bowl is completely dry, retighten the bowl. Attach the regulator to the machine. Chapter 3 Maintenance...

  • Page 77: Replacing The Cleaning Tool

    Periodic Maintenance Replacing the Cleaning Tool Required Items Optional item Main unit accessories Milling bur Cleaning tool Mounting screw Hexagonal screwdriver holder Procedure Remove the cleaning tool tube. Tube Attach the milling bur holder to the cleaning tool, aligning the milling bur holder with the marked position on the cleaning tool.

  • Page 78: Chapter 4 Faq

    Chapter 4 FAQ Machine Trouble ..........................79 Initial Operations Are Not Performed or Fail .............. 79 The Operation Button Does Not Respond ..............79 VPanel Does Not Recognize the Machine ..............79 Adapter IDs Cannot Be Read .................... 80 No Data Is Being Output to the Machine, or the Machine Will Not Operate Even Though Data Is Being Output................

  • Page 79: Machine Trouble

    Machine Trouble Initial Operations Are Not Performed or Fail Keep the front cover and the magazine cover Is the front cover or the closed during startup. For safety, the initial — magazine cover open? operations are not performed if a cover is open when the machine starts.

  • Page 80: Adapter Ids Cannot Be Read

    Machine Trouble If the machine's ID has been changed, restart Was the machine ID changed? P.13 VPanel. Adapter IDs Cannot Be Read Clean the barcode. If part of the barcode is Is part of the barcode on the missing or if the barcode is excessively dirty, adapter ID label missing or is P.61 affix a new label from the sheet of labels...

  • Page 81: The Computer Shuts Down When Connecting Multiple Machines

    Machine Trouble The Computer Shuts Down When Connecting Multiple Machines Connecting more than one machine with the same ID to a computer at the same time may cause the computer to shut down. If the computer shuts down, turn off the power of all connected machines, and then disconnect the Are machines with the same ID USB cables from the computer.

  • Page 82: Compressed Air Does Not Come Out

    Machine Trouble Compressed Air Does Not Come Out Compressed air is only supplied during some Does the operation require operations, such as when the spindle is — compressed air? rotating or when replacing the milling bur. Check the connection. Check that the Is the regulator properly pressure has been set to 0.2 MPa.

  • Page 83: The Cleaning Tool Is Not Effective

    Machine Trouble The Cleaning Tool Is Not Effective The cleaning tool is effective for the following Is the cleaning tool effective for workpieces. P.47 the workpiece being milled? Zirconia, composite resin, and CoCr sintered metal The position in which to install the holder Is the milling bur holder installed to the cleaning tool differs from the position P.47...

  • Page 84: Milling Quality Problems

    Milling Quality Problems The Milled Surface Is Not Attractive Check the mounting condition of the workpiece. If the workpiece is not mounted Is the workpiece firmly secured on the machine correctly, the workpiece may P.33 in place? come loose during milling and may become misaligned.
  • Page 85 Milling Quality Problems If the same milling bur is used for milling for a long period of time, it will become worn and Is the milling bur worn? affect milling results. Try replacing the milling P.21 bur with a new one. The work time of the milling bur can also be managed in VPanel.

  • Page 86: A Hole Opens In The Milling Results

    Milling Quality Problems A Hole Opens in the Milling Results Do the milling bur diameter and the milling bur stocker number Check the CAM's milling bur settings. — match the CAM settings? The origin point may become out of position due to prolonged use or relocating the machine, which can affect milling results.

  • Page 87: Installation Problems

    Log on to Windows as the computer's administrator (or as an "Administrators" account). Insert the DGSHAPE Software Package CD into the CD-ROM drive of the computer. When the automatic playback window appears, click [Run menu.exe]. If a "User Account Control"...
  • Page 88 Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation. When the installation finishes, click on the setup menu. Remove the DGSHAPE Software Package CD. Turn on the power to the machine. Connect the machine to the computer using the USB cable.

  • Page 89: Installing The Software And The Electronic-Format Manuals Separately

    Log on to Windows as the computer's administrator (or as an "Administrators" account). Insert the DGSHAPE Software Package CD into the CD-ROM drive of the computer. When the automatic playback window appears, click [Run menu.exe]. If a "User Account Control"...

  • Page 90: Driver Installation Is Impossible

    Installation Problems Driver Installation Is Impossible If installation quits partway through or if VPanel does not recognize the machine, the driver may not have been installed correctly. In such cases, perform the following procedures. (If procedure A does not solve your problem, perform procedure B.) Windows 10 and 8.1 (Procedure A) 1.
  • Page 91 Installation Problems Windows 7 (Procedure A) 1. Connect the machine to the computer with the USB cable and turn on the machine. 2. From the [Start] menu, click [Devices and Printers]. 3. Check that the model you are using is displayed under "Unspecified." 4.

  • Page 92: Uninstalling The Driver

    D: \Drivers\X86 (32-bit version) If you're not using the DGSHAPE Software Package CD, go to the DGSHAPE Corporation website (http://www.dgshape.com/) and download the driver for the machine you want to remove, and then specify the folder where you have extracted the downloaded file.

  • Page 93: Uninstalling Vpanel

    D: \Drivers\X86 (32-bit version) If you're not using the DGSHAPE Software Package CD, go to the DGSHAPE Corporation website (http://www.dgshape.com/) and download the driver for the machine you want to remove, and then specify the folder where you have extracted the downloaded file.

  • Page 94: Responding To Error Messages

    If the action described here does not correct the problem or if an error message not described here appears, contact your authorized DGSHAPE Corporation dealer. ("%" in these messages indicates information such as axis "X," "Y," "Z," "A," "B," "L,"* or "T"** or a milling bur stocker number from 1 to 15.)

  • Page 95: 1000-****" The % Limit Switch Was Not Found

    Responding to Error Messages "1000-****" The % limit switch was not found. "%" indicates the axis name (X, Y, Z, A, or B or a combination of these axes). Situation/Error Cause The operation may be inhibited by milling waste or an obstruction. Procedure Turn off the power.

  • Page 96: 1017-0000" The Front Cover Was Opened

    Responding to Error Messages "1017-0000" The front cover was opened. Situation/Error Cause The front cover was opened during spindle rotation. For safety, the machine comes to an emergency stop if the front cover is opened while the spindle is rotating. Do not open the front cover while the spindle is rotating. Doing so may affect the milling results.

  • Page 97: 0000" The Milling Bur Sensor Was Not Found

    Responding to Error Messages "101C-0000" The milling bur sensor was not found. Situation/Error Cause The operation may be inhibited by milling waste or an obstruction. Procedure Turn off the power. Remove any objects blocking the operation of the machine and any accumulated milling waste.

  • Page 98: 0010" The Cleaning Tool Cannot Be Released

    Responding to Error Messages If the Error Occurs Again The collet may be deformed. In this case, replace the collet. " P.62 "Situations Requiring Part Replacement" "101D-0010" The cleaning tool cannot be released. Situation/Error Cause The returning of the cleaning tool failed. The inside of the collet or the ATC magazine might be dirty. Procedure Hold down the operation button on the built-in panel.

  • Page 99: The % Milling Bur Might Be Broken

    Responding to Error Messages "101E-****" The % milling bur might be broken. "%" indicates a milling bur stocker number from 1 to 15. Situation/Error Cause • The milling bur is broken. • The milling bur holder is out of position. Procedure Hold down the operation button on the built-in panel.

  • Page 100: The % Milling Bur Chucking Has Slipped Out

    Responding to Error Messages "101F-****" The % milling bur chucking has slipped out. "%" indicates a milling bur stocker number from 1 to 15. Situation/Error Cause The collet may have come loose. Procedure Hold down the operation button on the built-in panel. This will clear the error.

  • Page 101: 1022-****" The % Milling Bur Was Not Found

    Responding to Error Messages "1022-****" The % milling bur was not found. "%" indicates a milling bur stocker number from 1 to 15. Situation/Error Cause The milling bur has not been set or it may have been set on an incorrect stocker number. Procedure Set the milling bur in the correct position.

  • Page 102: 1023-0000 To 1028-0000" Milling Data Error

    Responding to Error Messages If the error occurred during milling Press the operation button on the built-in panel. Milling will resume. If the error occurred while the machine was on standby Hold down the operation button on the built-in panel. This will clear the error.

  • Page 103: 1029-0000" The Spindle Experienced An Overload

    Responding to Error Messages Situation/Error Cause 2 When using CAM to select the stocker number, the stocker number set as the second or third milling bur in Intelligent Tool Control has been selected. Procedure When using CAM to select the stocker number, do not select the stocker number set as the second or third milling bur in Intelligent Tool Control.

  • Page 104: 0000" The Spindle Motor Temperature Is Too High

    Situation/Error Cause The cable may be broken or the spindle unit may be defective. Procedure Turn off the power and contact your authorized DGSHAPE Corporation dealer. "102E-0000" The spindle has collided with the rotary axis unit. Procedure Turn off the power.

  • Page 105: 0001" The Changer Has Collided With The Adapter

    Responding to Error Messages "102E-0001" The changer has collided with the adapter. Procedure Firmly press the adapter into the back of the adapter stocker. Remove any pieces of cutting waste and foreign objects that have affixed to the adapter stocker. "...

  • Page 106: 0000" The Automatic Correction Is Not Yet Finished

    Procedure Download the latest versions of VPanel and the machine's firmware, and then install these versions. DGSHAPE Corporation website (http://www.dgshape.com/) "103D-0000" Milling data error. The milling bur cannot reach the milling position. Situation/Error Cause The milling bur does not reach the milling position in the Z direction because the milling bur is too short or the angle of the A axis or B axis is too large.

  • Page 107: 1047-****" The Machine's Internal Memory Cannot Be Accessed

    Responding to Error Messages "1047-****" The machine's internal memory cannot be accessed. Situation/Error Cause It was not possible to write milling data to the internal memory or to read milling data from the internal memory. Procedure Hold down the operation button on the built-in panel. This will clear the error.

  • Page 108: The Adapter With Id Number % Could Not Be Grasped

    Responding to Error Messages "104A-****" The adapter with ID number % could not be grasped. clamp (storage destination) 01 to 06 Adapter stocker (numbers 1 to 6) Automatic correction jig (adapter ID) 41 to 5A A to Z Situation/Error Cause The acquisition of the adapter failed.

  • Page 109: 0000" All Stockers Are Full, So The Adapter Could Not Be Returned

    A foreign object may be present along the movement path of the disk changer. Procedure Remove any foreign objects that are present along the movement path of the disk changer. Restart the machine. If the Error Occurs Again Contact your authorized DGSHAPE Corporation dealer. Chapter 4 FAQ...

  • Page 110: 02**" The % Axis Position Has Been Shifted

    Responding to Error Messages "104F-02**" The % axis position has been shifted. "%" indicates the axis name (L or T). Situation/Error Cause The position of the motor on the disk changer side may have been lost. Procedure Turn off the power. Remove any foreign objects that are present along the movement path of the disk changer.

  • Page 111: An Unknown Error Occurred

    "****-****" An unknown error occurred. Procedure Restart the machine. If the Error Occurs Again Contact your authorized DGSHAPE Corporation dealer. A machine that has the same ID has been connected. Procedure Remove all the USB cables that are connected to the computer.
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