1.3 Modes of Operation
Manual operation and electronic handwheel
The Manual Operation mode is required for setting up the machine
tool. In this operating mode you can position the machine axes
manually or by increments, set the datums, and tilt the working plane.
The Electronic Handwheel mode of operation allows you to move the
machine axes manually with the HR electronic handwheel.
Soft keys for selecting the screen layout (select as described
previously)
Screen windows
Positions
Left: positions—Right: status display
Positioning with Manual Data Input (MDI)
This mode of operation is used for programming simple traversing
movements, such as for face milling or pre-positioning.
Soft keys for selecting the screen layout
Screen windows
Program
Left: program blocks—Right: status display
HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530
Soft key
Soft key
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