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Operating Instructions
ND 1200 T
TOOL-CHEK
(TC 200)
English (en)
9/2013

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions ND 1200 T TOOL-CHEK (TC 200) English (en) 9/2013...
  • Page 3 ® Tool-Chek User’s Guide...
  • Page 4 Proprietary notice All information set forth in this document, all rights to such infor- mation, any and all inventions disclosed herein and any patents that might be granted by employing the materials, methods, tech- niques or apparatus described herein are the exclusive property of Metronics Incorporated, Bedford, New Hampshire.
  • Page 5 Safety and Maintenance Considerations General safety precautions must be followed when operating the system. Failure to observe these precautions could result in dam- age to the equipment, or injury to personnel. It is understood that safety rules within individual companies vary. If a conflict exists between the material contained in this guide and the rules of a company using this system, the more stringent rules should take precedence.
  • Page 6 walked on or create a tripping hazard. WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING Unplug the TC200 from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Unplug the TC200 from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Unplug the TC200 from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Unplug the TC200 from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Unplug the TC200 from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
  • Page 7 FCC Rule NP15R Rev. 23, June, 1989 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 8 This product conforms to the following product standards: EN61010-1 Safety EN61326:1998 EMC The product therefore conforms with the requirements of the European Directives on Low Voltage 73/23/EEC and EMC 89/336/ EEC. Supporting documentation is maintained at Metronics, Inc. USA. Guide Part Number: 11A10073 Printing History: September, 2000...
  • Page 11 Contents Introduction ............i About this manual ....................... i Who should read this guide ....................i What this guide covers ......................i Conventions and Basic terms ....................ii Measurement polarity ......................ii Measurementresolution in the guide .................. ii Icons ............................ iii Type styles ...........................

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Operation............2-1 Getting ready to operate the TC200 ..........2-1 Location and mounting ....................2-2 Power cord and plug ....................... 2-2 Power surge suppressor ....................2-2 Liquids ..........................2-2 Configuration and system setup ..................2-2 Checking connections ...................... 2-2 Applying power .................
  • Page 13 Tool-Chek ® TC200 Setup ..............3-1 Configuring the TC200 ..............3-1 Basic setup terms................3-1 Accessing the ..................3-2 Setup menu ..................3-2 Using the .................... 3-3 Setup menu ..................3-3 Setup Instructions ................3-3 Command Keys .................. 3-4 Enter Key .......................... 3-4 Finish Key .........................
  • Page 14 Table of Contents Pre Form ......................... 3-19 Post Form ........................3-20 Print Report ........................3-20 Label Lines ........................3-20 Skip Lines ........................3-21 Label Indent ........................3-21 Ports ....................3-23 Baud ..........................3-24 Word Len (word length) ....................3-24 Stop Bits ......................... 3-24 Parity ..........................
  • Page 15 Tool-Chek ® TC200 Communications ..........4-1 RS232 port ..................4-1 Default settings ................. 4-2 Ports section of Setup menu: ................... 4-2 Print section of Setup menu: ................... 4-2 Feature print formats ................ 4-3 Feature Formats ................. 4-4 Print Setup ..................4-4 Pre Line ..........................
  • Page 16 Table of Contents Contents-6...
  • Page 17 Introduction About this manual The material in this guide is divided into 4 chapters ranging from introductory material to advanced topics. If you are an advanced user of tool presetter readouts, feel free to skim the material con- tained in this guide, but do not begin to operate the readout unless you’re confident that you understand the essential infor- mation contained in these chapters.
  • Page 18 Introduction Conventions and Basic terms The terms Tool-Chek 200, TC200 and system used in this guide refer to the Tool-Chek 200 tool presetter readout. A program is simply a series or sequence of key-presses used to perform measurements and stored by the system to be repeated automatically later.
  • Page 19 Tool-Chek ® TC200 Icons This guide uses the following icons to highlight information: The raised hand icon indicates a warning regarding a situation or condition that could lead to personal injury or death. You should not proceed until you read and thoroughly understand the warn- ing message.
  • Page 20 Introduction System configuration and setup Metronics, Incorporated assumes that all TC200 systems will be configured and setup for the end-user by dealer representatives or OEMs. This setup includes calibration according to the user’s tool presetter if needed. When the end-user installs a new tool presetter, it will probably be necessary to perform configuration and setup again.
  • Page 21 Chapter 1 Overview The Tool-Chek 200 is an advanced tool presetter readout system that allows the user to establish datums using a setting gage and measure tool offset relative to nominal dimensions. Using the TC200 you can create a tool sequence to perform a series of com- monly repeated tool measurements.
  • Page 22 Chapter 1 Overview The LCD displays alphanumeric information that enables the user to perform simple offset measurements or more complex tool pre- setting and sequencing functions. It’s size allows pertinent infor- mation to be clearly displayed and eliminates the need to page or scroll for information.
  • Page 23 Tool-Chek ® TC200 Commonly executed tasks can be programmed into the TC200 and activated via one of the two Fast keys at the top of the read- out. All front panel keys provide tactile sensory feedback, and many keypress operations can be configured by supervisors or dealer representatives to generate an audible sound.
  • Page 24 Chapter 1 Overview Measurements viewed on the front panel LCD can be transmitted to an IBM-compatible personal computer over a standard parallel port connection, or to a printer over a parallel or serial port. Sequences of keypresses used to perform measurements can be recorded and stored as programs.
  • Page 25 Tool-Chek TC200 ® Specifications Input voltage range: 85 VAC to 264 VAC. 100 W maximum (Auto switchable) Fuse: 1.6 Amp 250V Type T CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Fuses provide protection against fire and other damage. Fuses provide protection against fire and other damage. Fuses provide protection against fire and other damage.
  • Page 26 Chapter 1 Overview 0.000004" or 0.0001mm ENC tests: EN61326:1998 EMC for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and labo- ratory use EN61010 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use WARNING: WARNING: WARNING: WARNING: WARNING: T T T T T o reduce the risk of electrical shock, never remove the cover or o reduce the risk of electrical shock, never remove the cover or o reduce the risk of electrical shock, never remove the cover or o reduce the risk of electrical shock, never remove the cover or...

  • Page 27: Operation

    Chapter 2 Operation This chapter demonstrates the operation of the Tool-Chek 200. This demonstration is provided to allow experienced operators to start using the TC200 immediately. The demonstration will be most helpful if you perform the indicated steps on your TC200 while reading this material.

  • Page 28: Location And Mounting

    Chapter 2 Operation NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE It is assumed that operators have a basic understanding of tool It is assumed that operators have a basic understanding of tool It is assumed that operators have a basic understanding of tool It is assumed that operators have a basic understanding of tool It is assumed that operators have a basic understanding of tool fixturing and the geometric probing techniques required for their...

  • Page 29: Applying Power

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Never connect electrical cables to the system when the power is Never connect electrical cables to the system when the power is Never connect electrical cables to the system when the power is Never connect electrical cables to the system when the power is Never connect electrical cables to the system when the power is Optical edge detector cables may be connected or...

  • Page 30: Initial System Settings

    Chapter 2 Operation Initial system settings The first steps in any measurement session will include adjusting the LCD viewing angle, contrast and measurement or display set- tings. Adjusting LCD tilt The tilt angle of the TC200 enclosure can usually be adjusted for optimum viewing by simply swiveling the enclosure on its base to the desired position.

  • Page 31: Unit Of Measure (Linear)

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 the zero key. Pressing the Absolute/Incremental mode key a sec- ond time will return both axes to absolute. Both axes are can be changed to incremental by simply pressing the zero button and following the on-screen instructions. Unit of measure (Linear) Features can be displayed in mm or inches.

  • Page 32: Feature Selection Keys

    Chapter 2 Operation Feature selection keys The feature selection keys initiate TC200 functions that measure and calculate setting gage and tool dimensions, store tool sequenc- ing programs, and initiate other automated features. Setting gage Setting gages are used to establish a datum on the tool presetter. Pressing this key brings up the Select Setting Gage screen.

  • Page 33: Angle

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 distributed at more or less equal arc distances around the circle. When more than 3 points are targeted, a best-fit algorithm will be used to create the circle feature and an F (Form) value will be included in the circle feature data. Angle Angles can be measured by targeting between 2 and 100 points on each of the vertices of the angle.

  • Page 34: Basic Operating

    Chapter 2 Operation Basic operating procedures To measure and store a setting gage Step 1 From the feature selection keys press setting gage. The LCD dis- plays the select setting gage screen. Step 2 Press the new softkey. The LCD displays the new setting gage screen.
  • Page 35 Tool-Chek ® TC200 Step 4 Enter the value for Nominal X. Nominal X is the diameter or radius of the setting gage. Press enter. NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE The TC200 displays either ‘Dia’ or ‘Rad’ next to input field for The TC200 displays either ‘Dia’...
  • Page 36 Chapter 2 Operation Step 6 Press the list softkey and use the up or down arrow keys to choose label formats and press enter. Step 7 The swap axes feature allows the user to swap the X and Z axis. Use the softkeys to select yes or no and press enter.
  • Page 37 Tool-Chek ® TC200 NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE It may be necessary to reverse axes when presetting lathe tools It may be necessary to reverse axes when presetting lathe tools It may be necessary to reverse axes when presetting lathe tools It may be necessary to reverse axes when presetting lathe tools It may be necessary to reverse axes when presetting lathe tools to achieve positive offset values.

  • Page 38: To Measure And Store A Tool

    Chapter 2 Operation Step 11 Align the setting gage with the crosshairs on the tool presetter and press enter. The TC200 will store the setting gage in its memory. To measure and store a tool Step 1 From the feature selection keys press tool. The LCD displays the New Tool screen.
  • Page 39 Tool-Chek ® TC200 NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE The TC200 displays either ‘Dia’ or ‘Rad’ next to input field for The TC200 displays either ‘Dia’ or ‘Rad’ next to input field for The TC200 displays either ‘Dia’ or ‘Rad’ next to input field for The TC200 displays either ‘Dia’...

  • Page 40: Creating A Tool Sequence

    Chapter 2 Operation Step 8 The TC200 includes additional inputs for radius and angle for spe- cialized cutting tools. For conventional milling procedures these fields are left blank. Step 9 Press the save softkey to save the tool. The TC200 displays the tool just created.
  • Page 41 Tool-Chek ® TC200 Step 2 Press the save softkey. Use the numerical keypad to enter a tool sequence name and press OK. The DRO screen is displayed. NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE In the running temp or running sequence screen, use the left In the running temp or running sequence screen, use the left In the running temp or running sequence screen, use the left In the running temp or running sequence screen, use the left...

  • Page 42: Running A Tool Sequence

    Chapter 2 Operation Running a tool sequence Step 1 Press the tool sequence feature selection key. Press the select softkey and use the cursor keys to highlight the desired sequence. Press the enter key. Step 2 Press the run softkey. The name of the first tool in the sequence appears in the upper left corner of the screen.
  • Page 43 Tool-Chek ® TC200 Step 3 Align the tool on the tool presetter. When the tool is aligned press finish. The next tool in the sequence is displayed in the upper left corner of the screen. Repeat this process for each of the tools in the sequence.
  • Page 44 Chapter 2 Operation Step 4 After the last tool in the sequence press finish. The TC200 prompts ‘Print tool sequence report?’ Press the yes softkey to print a report, otherwise press the no softkey. The tool sequence has been successfully completed. 2-18...

  • Page 45: Measuring A Circle

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Measuring a circle Circles can be measured by targeting between 3 and 100 points around the circumference. Generally, accuracy of the feature is increased as more points are targeted and the targeted points are distributed at more or less equal arc distances around the circle. When more than 3 points are targeted, a best-fit algorithm will be used to create the circle feature and an F (Form) value will be included in the circle feature data.
  • Page 46 Chapter 2 Operation Step 2 Align the tool with the crosshairs on the tool presetter and press enter. The location of the targeted point will be shown on the Probe Circle screen and the number of points indicated on the lower left part of the display will increase.
  • Page 47 Tool-Chek ® TC200 Step 4 Continue this process until all of the points have been targeted and entered. When all of the required points on the perimeter of the circle have been entered, press the Finish key. Step 5 Press the Tool feature selection key. Enter the tool information and press the save softkey.

  • Page 48: Measuring An Angle

    Chapter 2 Operation Measuring an angle Angles can be measured by targeting between 2 and 100 points on each of the vertices of the angle. Generally, accuracy of the feature is increased as more points are targeted and the targeted points are distributed at more or less equal distances along the line.
  • Page 49 Tool-Chek ® TC200 Step 2 Align the first line of the angle with the crosshairs on the tool presetter and press enter. The location of the targeted point will be shown on the Probe Line 1 screen and the number of points indicated on the lower left part of the display will increase.
  • Page 50 Chapter 2 Operation Step 4 Press the Tool feature selection key. Enter the tool information and press the save softkey. 2-24...

  • Page 51: Zeroing Axes

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Zeroing Axes Press the zero key to zero one or both axes on the TC200. TC200 will prompt: press axis to zero, or press zero again to zero both axes. Freezing Axes Occasionally a tool is to large to fit entirely on the tool presetter. When this happens it is sometimes necessary to measure one axis at a time.
  • Page 52 Chapter 2 Operation 2-26...

  • Page 53: Setup

    Chapter 3 Setup Configuring the TC200 Configure the TC200 prior to using it the first time and when tool measurement, reporting, or data communication requirements change. System configurations are entered using the arrow keys, command keys, softkeys, and numeric keypad. The setup menu structure allows easy navigation and quick setup of the TC200.

  • Page 54: Accessing The

    Chapter 3 Setup The Setup Menu All operating parameters of the TC200 can be configured using functions in the Setup menu. These parameters include: • Language shown on the LCD display • Display format of tool data • Encoder configuration •...

  • Page 55: Using The

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Using the Setup menu To select from the Setup menu scroll through the list using the up or down arrow keys and highlight the desired setup screen. When a setup screen is highlighted, associated data entry fields and op- tion selection fields appear on the right portion of the screen and can be configured or changed using arrow keys, softkeys, com- mand keys, and numeric keypad.

  • Page 56: Command Keys

    Chapter 3 Setup Command Keys The enter, finish, cancel and quit keys have slightly different func- tions during setup activities. Enter Key Press the enter key to store the highlighted value or selection and advance to the next setup parameter. Pressing enter at the bot- tom of a list advances to the top of the list.

  • Page 57: Supervisor Password

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Supervisor Password Most setup functions are password protected. Users with super- visor access have unrestricted access to setup screen activities. Only users with extensive tool presetter and TC200 experience should perform supervisor level setup procedures. The supervisor pass- word is contained in the TC200 packing materials and is clearly labeled.

  • Page 58: About

    Chapter 3 Setup About The About setup screen allows the user to change the default display language. Users may choose English, French, German, Spanish, or Italian. This screen also contains software version in- formation. All procedures on this screen are user level. Scroll through the setup menu using the up or down arrow keys until About is highlighted.
  • Page 59 Tool-Chek ® TC200 Display resolution determines the number of decimal places the TC200 will display. For example, if the millimeter display resolution is set to .1, the TC200 will display a measurement of 1.2311 milli- meters as 1.2. Any value up to the resolution of the encoder can be entered for display resolution.

  • Page 60: Mm Disp Res

    Chapter 3 Setup MM Disp Res Defines the measurement resolution displayed on the TC200 for linear information in mm (metric) mode. Any resolution at or below the resolution of the encoder is a valid entry for this field. Do not enter a resolution higher than the encoder resolution. Consult the encoder product information to determine its resolu- tion.

  • Page 61: Dms Disp Res

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE When inputting resolution remember that .0001in is a higher When inputting resolution remember that .0001in is a higher When inputting resolution remember that .0001in is a higher When inputting resolution remember that .0001in is a higher When inputting resolution remember that .0001in is a higher resolution than .0002in.

  • Page 62: Dd Disp Res

    Chapter 3 Setup DD Disp Res Defines the measurement resolution displayed on the TC200 for angular information in decimal degree format. Any resolution at or below the resolution of the encoder is a valid entry for this field. Do not enter a resolution higher than the encoder resolu- tion.

  • Page 63: Startup Angular

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Startup Angular Defines the default display of angular measurements. Options for this field include DD (decimal degrees), DMS (degrees, minutes, and seconds), and Last. The Last option will retain the last selec- tion through power cycles. For example, if decimal degrees was the last unit selected prior to shutdown, the TC200 will startup in decimal degrees for its next use.

  • Page 64: Current Angular

    Chapter 3 Setup Current Angular Defines the default display of measured angles until the TC200 is shutdown. At the next startup, the Startup Angular setting de- fines the default display of measured angles. Options for this field include DD (decimal degrees) and DMS (degrees, minutes, and seconds).

  • Page 65: Axis

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Axis Users can toggle between the X and Z axes using softkeys to ob- serve encoder settings. Supervisors can use the softkeys to select an axis to configure. Resolution (Res) Enter the encoder resolution using the numeric keypad. Consult the encoder product information to determine its resolution.

  • Page 66: Type

    Correction (SLEC). Use the softkeys to select from the following options: none, ref, abs AC (absolute Acu-Rite), abs HH (absolute Heidenhain), and manual. The TC200 prompts the user to move each axis encoder across a reference mark prior to measurement activities when reference marks are used.

  • Page 67: Mz Cnts

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 MZ Cnts Allows the user to define the machine zero position of an en- coder by moving it to the desired position. Entering a zero in this field causes the TC200 to automatically record the current position of the encoder as the machine zero at the next startup.

  • Page 68: Interpolation

    Chapter 3 Setup NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE When presetting lathe tools this option selection field can be When presetting lathe tools this option selection field can be When presetting lathe tools this option selection field can be When presetting lathe tools this option selection field can be When presetting lathe tools this option selection field can be used to compensate for tools with a down and/or used to compensate for tools with a down and/or...

  • Page 69: Print

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Print The print setup screen contains 4 user level procedures and 8 su- pervisor level procedures. Users can insert ASCII control character for pre line, post line, pre form, and post form operations. Typically these character inser- tions are for line feeds are carriage returns.

  • Page 70: Auto Report

    Chapter 3 Setup Auto Report When yes is selected in this field tool sequence reports are auto- matically printed at the end of a tool sequence run. If no is se- lected the TC200 will prompt the user ‘Print tool sequence re- port?’...

  • Page 71: Pre Line

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Pre Line To add an output control character before a line is printed use the numeric keypad to enter an ASCII control character in this field. Post Line To add an output control character after a line is printed use the numeric keypad to enter an ASCII control character in this field.

  • Page 72: Post Form

    Chapter 3 Setup Post Form To add an output control character after a form is printed use the numeric keypad to enter an ASCII control character in this field. Print Report Enables or disables tool sequence report print function. Use the softkeys to select yes or no.

  • Page 73: Skip Lines

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Skip Lines Use the numeric keypad to enter the number of lines skipped between printed lines. This data entry field requires the supervi- sor password prior to access. Label Indent Use the numeric keypad to enter the number of indent spaces for labels.
  • Page 74 Chapter 3 Setup Scroll through the setup menu to highlight Ports. 3-22...

  • Page 75: Ports

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Ports Serial (RS232) communications are configured on this screen. Par- allel port protocols are standard and require no end-user setup. In order to connect the TC200 to a serial printer setting on this page must match the corresponding parameter of the printer. Consult the printer information for its operating parameters.

  • Page 76: Baud

    Chapter 3 Setup Baud The RS232 baud rate can be increased or decreased by pressing the Dec or Inc softkeys. The available baud rates are 1200; 2400; 4800; 9600; 19,200; 38,400; 57,600; and 115,200. This option se- lection field requires the supervisor password prior to access. Word Len (word length) Press the softkeys to select 7 or 8 bit word length.

  • Page 77: Parity

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Parity Press the softkeys to select none, odd, or even parity. This option selection field requires the supervisor password prior to access. Handshake Press the softkeys to select the proper handshake protocol. This option selection field requires the supervisor password prior to access.

  • Page 78: Data/ Parallel Data

    Chapter 3 Setup Data/ Parallel Data Reports of measurement data can be sent to the serial or parallel port for printing. There are four softkey options for this field: none, display, report, and both. Press the none softkey if no printed reports are required.

  • Page 79: Eol Delay (End Of Line Delay)

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 EOL Delay (end of line delay) Use the numeric keypad to enter values up to 1,000,000 (1 minute). This setting determines the printer delay between printed lines. This data entry field requires the supervisor password prior to access.

  • Page 80: Squareness

    Chapter 3 Setup Squareness The squareness correction coefficient is used to compensate for small machine errors that can exist between the X and Z measure- ment axes. Angle Press the teach softkey. Measure a line along the master axis. Press enter to input a point. Lines require at least two points. Press finish.

  • Page 81: Master Axis

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Master Axis Press the X or Z softkey to designate the master axis. This option selection field requires the supervisor password prior to access. Press the left arrow key or finish to return to the setup menu. 3-29...

  • Page 82: Error Correction

    Chapter 3 Setup Error Correction Linear, segmented linear and non-linear error correction methods can be used with the TC200. Linear and segmented linear error corrections are provided with every TC200. system and non-linear error correction is provided as an option. Each method compen- sates for encoder and machine travel variations using error cor- rection coefficients developed by comparing actual measurements of a standard to the standard’s nominal values.

  • Page 83: Linear Error Correction (Lec)

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Linear Error Correction (LEC) Scroll through the Setup menu to highlight Linear Error Correc- tion (LEC). Linear error correction coefficients are used to com- pensate for overall encoder and machine travel variations. A stan- dard is measured, and the measured value is compared to the known value of the standard to generate the correction coeffi- cient.
  • Page 84 Chapter 3 Setup Measure the standard on each axis and enter the measured value into the appropriate Observed data field using the numeric key- pad on the front panel. Use the down cursor arrow to scroll to the desired data field. When all the nominal and observed data is entered, press the left cursor arrow or Finish button to return to the Setup menu.

  • Page 85: Segmented Linear Error Correction (Slec)

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Segmented Linear Error Correction (SLEC) Scroll through the Setup menu to highlight Segmented Linear Error Correction (SLEC). Linear error correction coefficients are applied to segments of each axis to compensate for encoder and machine travel variations. The standard is measured on each axis, and the measured values are compared to the nominal values to generate correction coefficients.
  • Page 86 Chapter 3 Setup Nominal (Standard) Actual (Measured) Select the desired axis and enter the nominal and actual end points of each segment into the SLEC Standard and Observed data fields as shown below. A maximum of 30 segments (0-29) can be en- tered (7 are shown in this example).

  • Page 87: Misc. (Miscellaneous)

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Misc. (miscellaneous) The miscellaneous setup screen contains 1 supervisor level func- tion and 1 user level function. The two data entry fields con- tained on this screen are: key delay and volume. Key Delay This data entry field allows supervisor level users to set the interval an arrow key must be depressed prior to executing its function a second time.

  • Page 88: Use Locations

    Chapter 3 Setup Use Locations This option selection field enables the Tool Loc field found on the tool setup screen. Press the yes softkey to enable this function or the no softkey to disable it. This option selection field requires the supervisor password to be entered prior to access.

  • Page 89: Sg 00 Master

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 SG 00 master The options selection field assigns all calibrations relative to a mas- ter setting gage rather than absolute or machine zero. Press the yes softkey to enable this function. Press the no softkey to cali- brate each setting individually against absolute/machine zero.

  • Page 90: Sg Cal Lock

    Chapter 3 Setup SG Cal Lock The options selection field allows setting gage calibration to be a supervisor level function. This will prevent users from inadvert- ently altering calibrations. Press the yes softkey to allow this function. Press the no softkey to disable it. This option selection field requires the supervisor password to be entered prior to ac- cess.

  • Page 91: Clock

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Clock The clock setup screen contains 8 supervisor level functions. The 6 data entry fields and 2 option selection fields are as follows: year, month, day, hours, minutes, seconds, date format, time format. All fields require the supervisor password to be entered prior to access.

  • Page 92: Month

    Chapter 3 Setup Month Enter the current month in this data entry field by using the nu- meric keypad. This data entry field requires the supervisor pass- word to be entered prior to access. Enter the current day in this data entry field by using the numeric keypad.

  • Page 93: Minutes

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Minutes Enter the current minute using the numeric keypad . This data entry field requires the supervisor password to be entered prior to access. Seconds Enter the current second using the numeric keypad. This data entry field requires the supervisor password prior to access. Date Format Use the softkeys to select month/day/year or day/month/year for- mat.

  • Page 94: Time Format

    Chapter 3 Setup Time Format Use the softkeys to select a 12 hour clock or a 24 hour clock. This option selection field requires the supervisor password to be en- tered prior to access. 3-42...

  • Page 95: Communications

    Chapter 4 Communications This chapter explains how to establish the interface between a printer or computer and the TC200. There are many manufactur- ers of printers, and unfortunately not all printers are compatible. It would be impossible to support all of them. Parallel printers must support the Text Only mode.

  • Page 96: Default Settings

    Chapter 4 Communications Default settings Ports section of Setup menu: The following is a list of factory default settings. • Baud Rate: 38400 • Word Length: • Stop Bits: • Parity: • Handshake: Hard • Data Bits: None • Parallel Data: Display Print section of Setup menu: Pre Line:...

  • Page 97: Feature Print Formats

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Feature print formats In the following, the “v” means to ignore the character it is substi- tuted for i.e., X, Y, Z, r, d, <, T, R, A, etc. “d” means digit “-” is the negative sign “s”...

  • Page 98: Feature Formats

    Chapter 4 Communications For positive outputs, the space character will be substituted for the negative sign “-”. The leading digits may be spaces. When a TC200 is shipped from the factory, each output line is terminated by a carriage return (ASCII 13). Feature Formats The TC200 is able to print features in formats specified in the Print section of the Setup menu.

  • Page 99: Pre Line

    Tool-Chek ® TC200 Pre Line To add an output control character before a line is printed use the numeric keypad to enter an ASCII control character in this field. Post Line To add an output control character after a line is printed use the numeric keypad to enter an ASCII control character in this field.

  • Page 100: Glossary

    Chapter 4 Communications Print Labels Enables or disables tool label print function. Use the softkeys to select yes or no. This option selection field requires the supervisor password prior to access. Print POT Press the yes softkey to include the POT (position of tool within tool changer) on the printed label.
  • Page 101 Tool-Chek ® TC200 Pre Line: The purpose of a “Preline Character” is to output a control character such as, Line Feed, Carriage Re turn or any other ASCII Code control character be fore a line is printed.
  • Page 102 Chapter 4 Communications...
  • Page 103 Index Index Index Index Index display 1-4 A A A A A display setup screen 1-6 DMS Disp Res 1-9 About 1-6 DRO screen 1-3 About setup screen 1-6 Absolute 1-4 E E E E E Altitude 1-5 Angle 1-7, 1-28 Earphones 1-3 Applying power 1-3 Electrical Connections 1-5...
  • Page 104 Index I I I I I Nominal Z 1-13 numeric keypad 1-2 Inch Disp Res 1-8 O O O O O Incremental 1-4 Initial system settings 1-4 Option selection field 1-1 Input Frequency 1-5 Input voltage range 1-5 P P P P P Installation category 1-5 Interpolation 1-16 parallel port 1-4...
  • Page 105 Tool-Chek ® TC200 S S S S S V V V V V Safety 1-5 Volume 1-35 Seconds 1-41 W W W W W Segmented Linear Error Correction (SLEC) 1-33 Word Len (word length) 1-24 serial port 1-4 Setting gage 1-6 Y Y Y Y Y setting gage 1-8 Year 1-39...
  • Page 106 Index Index-4...
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