SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY “CE” FOREWORD INSTALLATION DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS (STANDARD VERSION) DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS (PANEL MOUNTABLE VERSION) CONNECTION OF CONNECTORS KEY - MESSAGES AND SIGNALLING RETENTION OF DATA AND PROGRAMS...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL OPTIONALS FUNCTIONS Lcd Display MISCELLANEOUS Technical Specifications Warranty Conditions Instructions for Repair Notes...
SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The Manufacturer declares that the product DIGITAL READOUT MOD. SPACE 2000 EVO It is conforms to the following EC regulations including the latest modifications and to relative national legislation: ...
Thanks to a powerful micro-controller, this instrument is fully programmable via the keypad. This means that SPACE 2000 EVO can be optimised with a number of specific functions for any type of machine-tool.
SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS (STANDARD VERSION) √ ÷ ½ logan DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS (PANEL MOUNTABLE VERSION) HOW TO PREPARE THE PANEL Panel thickness reference : 2 ÷ 5 mm. HOW TO ASSEMBLE IT...
SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL CONNECTION OF CONNECTORS SERIAL IN1 / IN2 / IN3 / IN4 REFERENCE NUMBER SERIAL SIGNAL REFERENCE NUMBER IN1-IN4 SIGNAL GND SHD SPACE 2000 EVO – PC CONNECTIONS SPACE 2000 EVO – SERIAL PRINTER CONNECTIONS...
SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL KEY - MESSAGES AND SIGNALLING In the manual, the following graphic (or numerical) symbols are used to indicate : X, Y OR Z AXIS KEYS (M version) X, Z OR Z1 AXIS KEYS (M version) KEY FOR RESETTING THE CORRESPONDING AXIS.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL TO RECALL CALCULATOR FUNCTION. ÷ FUNCTION KEYS (CALCULATOR.) FUNCTION KEYS (CALCULATOR.) MEMORY KEYS (CALCULATOR) FLASHING AXIS LED STEADY AXIS LED The instrument provides a series of acoustic and visual signals to indicate the succession of the settings.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL Message list error: Error ref. Description Start researching reference positions (rEF) Axis set up not in “Linear” reading mode Axis set up not in “Angular” reading mode Not allowed function Not programmed key button...
OPERATION MANUAL RETENTION OF DATA AND PROGRAMS Parameters of SPACE 2000 EVO is carried out before hand by the Manufacturer, who is aware of the access codes and of the procedures (configuration). The user can then enter the settings required for using it. All the information is permanently stored, and can only be changed voluntarily, by re-entering it.
SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL REVERSAL OF THE DIRECTION OF COUNTING Switch on the instrument and wait for the end of the self-test cycle. The displays remain on and show the search for zero (rEF). Press CLR to enable the Axes for counting.
SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL RULER ZERO REFERENCE (rEF) The ruler zero reference (rEF) can be considered a precision micro-contact, generally located at the centre point of the travel. Its position in relation to the geometrical trim of the machine is invariable in time, and can only “move”...
SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL SELF-TESTING A general test of the instrument is carried out each time it is switched on, and the validity of the data stored in the memory is checked. If these are found to be reliable, while the...
SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL RESETTING/PRE-SETTING A DIMENSION Regardless of the selected counting mode, ABS or INC, resetting of a datum is obtained by proceeding as follows and/or and/ Y 1 2 3. 4 5 and/or...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL In any case, the data entered is rounded off: 1 3. 0 5 13.051 13.054 - downwards: from 1 3. 0 6 13.055 13.059 - upwards: from With a total number of digits not exceeding the counting capacity of the instrument (7 digits with a sign and the decimal point) that means: -999999.9...
SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL MMS/INCHES CONVERSION Each time the following key is pressed the unit of measurement is switched from MM to INCHES or vice versa. The switch takes place instantaneously for all the Axes being counted.
SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL STORED DATA CLEARING This function can be used to cancel the data entered by the operator, either globally or selectively. The instrument has placed them in 11 different storage areas. And if required The indications concerning the types of data stored in the memory areas will be displayed, together with the number corresponding to each area.
SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL SETTING PRINTING LINE SPACINGS When printing the labels (see SERIAL OUTPUT RS232), it is possible to set some spacings among the printing lines (max .19), for the correct position on the labels.
SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL CONSTANT PITCH This function is used to process work pieces having a constant machining pitch. Let us suppose, for example, that six holes are to be drilled, having a pitch of 13.75 mms: X...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL SUM FOR TWO AXIS This function can be used to perform an algebraic sum of the movements of two Carriages moving in directions parallel one to each other: e.g. the main Carriage and the Tool Carriage of a lathe, the Upright and the Spindle of a miller, etc...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL LINEAR CORRECTION The machining errors which can be originated by geometrical defects of the machine tool due to wear or to a lack of linearity of the guides, coupling clearances between the Carriage and the guide, badly distributed weights, and so on may even be considerable.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL NOT LINEAR CORRECTION (10 POINTS) The machining errors which can be originated by geometrical defects of the machine tool due to wear or to a lack of linearity of the guides, coupling clearances between the Carriage and the guide, badly distributed weights, and so on may even be considerable.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL To enable this function, proceed as follows: X S E G.C. X S E G.C. yes press To select display proceed Y S E G.C. press examinate the next axis, i.e.: Complete the selection on every axis of the readout (X,Y,Z and W).
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL The display will reset. Place X 4 0 0 . 0 0 press the axis in the final point of the next segment.. Insert the real measured value of displacement. In our case the real value is: X...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL SCALE FACTOR. This function can be used for making “workpieces” with a scale factor ScF defined by the operator. The following can be performed: reduction scales 1 : 2.5 (ScF = 2.5)
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL RADIUS/DIAMETER CONVERSION It allows you to select the type of reading required on each axis: X r A d To change the type of reading: X ° d i A Press To select °...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL VARIABLE RESOLUTION On the display, the instrument prompts the resolutions programmed by the Manufacturers (these correspond to the resolutions of the lines). If the type of machining (“roughing”, for example) can be facilitated by a “lower” resolution, the operator can decrease it by proceeding as follows: X...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL SEXAGESIMAL DEGREE READING The angular reading expressed in sexagesimal degree can be selected by using the function F 37. X d M S X d M S Press To select 0. 0 0. 0 0...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL CHANGE OF ANGULAR READING MODE On request, the instrument may be configured with one or more Axis operating in the angular reading mode. The Axes concerned are linked to rotating encoders and a letter A is shown on the first digit of the display.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL AUTOMATIC QUOTA’S SENDING ENABLING The function F 55 is used to enable the automatic sending on serial output of displayed quota. X S E n d X S E n d yes...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL CIRCULAR FLANGE This function can be used to make a series of holes arranged on a circumference. Let us suppose, for example, that it is necessary to make 4 holes arranged on a diameter of 100 mm.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL THE COUNTING DISPLAYS WILL INDICATE X -50,00 Y 0,00. Follow the zero with the Carriages and drill the first hole. Proceed as above until the workpiece has been finished. If it is not necessary to repeat the process on other workpieces, press CRL.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL SPECIAL CIRCULAR FLANGE This function can be used to drill a series of holes arranged along an arc of a circumference. Let us suppose, for example, that three holes have to be drilled.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL THE COUNTING DISPLAYS WILL INDICATE X -50,00 Y 0,00. Follow the zero with the Carriages and drill the first hole. Proceed as indicated until the workpiece has been completed. If it is not necessary to repeat the machining process for other workpieces, press CRL.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL INCLINED CONSTANT PITCH This function can be used to drill a series of holes with a constant pitch arranged along an axis that is inclined as compared to the X Axis (inclining is only possible as compared to Axes X and Y).
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL PROGRAMMING THE MEMORY BLOCKS This function allows to store up to 1000 memory blocks, containing the positions of axis (X,Y,Z), in incremental counting mode. If repeatitive operations have to be done, it is possible to store a sequence of operations, with the pur pose to recall it when needed.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL To enter in the storing of memory X 0. 0 0 Press blocks X and Y axis are set in incremental counting mode and on the value X = 0,00 ed Y = 0,00.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL X O r i G. The instrument highlights to move the carriages until the starting working point is reached (abs). To exclude it 1 2 3. 4 5 Press (led not blinking) Move accurately X and Y axis to the starting point (abs).
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL Y 3 0. 0 0 Move X and Y axis up to the point X = 0,00 e Y = 0,00 (point 4) and drill the fourth hole. To come back to one of the previous holes (ex. from the position 4 to the position 3) : ...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL SPECULAR IMAGE This function can be used to reverse the sign of the co-ordinates of the: Constant Pitch, Inclined Constant Pitch, Relay Triggering Dimension programs. This function can only be carried out if these programs have already been stored earlier.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL BUZZER ON/OFF The instrument emits a sound in certain situations (e.g. pressing a button, signaling an error, etc ...). It is possible to disable audible signals via F 82 function. X b E E P X...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL DEVICE DIAGNOSTIC This function allows to verify that some parts are correctly working: scales, keyboard, axis displays, axis leds, LCD display (optional). To enable the function, proceed as follows: 1 2 3. 4 5...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL example: X C o d E Press X C o d E Press X C o d E Press 3) Segments and leds switching on test All displays segments and X 8 8.8.8.8.8.8.8.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL DISPLAY W AXIS The device allows the operator to display the fourth axis (W) on Z axis display. The visualization allows to switch between the two axis (Z e W) keeping the relevant quota (incremental and absolute) refreshed.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL 100 TOOL OFFSETS This function (only with an incremental count) is used for storing up to 100 tools (0-99). The cutting position of each of them is associated with the rEF of the lines and is always traceable after a power failure.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL 100 ORIGIN OF THE AXES This function can be used (in the ABSOLUTE counting mode) to store up to 100 positions for starting to work (origin 0-99). These origins are related to the REF of the rulers and can always be traced, even after a power outage.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL RECALL OF SPECIAL FUNCTION The device allows the operator to rapidly recall a six functions which is frequently used. That way he can avoid every time entering its access code. Let us suppose, for example, to be in need of frequently usage of function CONSTANT STEP F26.
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL CALCULATOR The digital readout display unit is equipped with a calculating system (built-in calculator). The calculation system is used in the same way as a traditional calculator (the operations permitted are : addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, calculation of a percentage and square roots, sin, cos, tag).
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL RS 232 SERIAL OUTPUT The asynchronous serial interface (ordering code US-232) is normally used to transfer the data to a printer or to other devices having a SLAVE function. The transmission parameters are fixed and are the following: ...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL LCD DISPLAY As an option it is possible to require a device equipped with a LCD display (16 characters on two rows). It allows the operator to better understand the usage of some functions as well as the...
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SPACE 2000 EVO/N (T and M versions) OPERATION MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS SPACE 2000 EVO N/L T 2A MODEL: 2 DISPLAY - 2 SCALES INPUT SPACE 2000 EVO N/L T 3A 3 DISPLAY - 3 SCALES INPUT SPACE 2000 EVO N/L M 2A...
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OPERATION MANUAL WARRANTY CONDITIONS The SPACE 2000 EVO dimension display unit is covered by a warranty for manufacturing defects for a period of 24 (twenty four) months from the date of shipment. The Manufacturers do not accept liability for damages due to transport, mislaying or act of God.