HEIDENHAIN ND 1200 - V2.16, Operating Instructions Manual, Page: 58 / 141

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1.8 Programming
ND 1200 programs
ND 1200 programs automate repetitive measurement and inspection
tasks. Programs are recorded sequences of measurement and other
operator key-press activities stored in the ND 1200 to be played back
later when inspecting identical parts. Any key-press activity can be
included. Programs save time and ensure greater consistency
because all parts are measured the same way.
When program recordings are run (played back) using the graphic
VIEW screen, a targeting image of part probing is displayed to assist
the operator. The targeting view displays a feature graphic showing
the next point to be probed and an arrow that represents the probe.
As the stage is moved to position the probe over the indicated point,
the arrow moves closer to the point shown on the part image.
ND 1200 programs can be:
„
Recorded
„
Run
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Edited
„
Copied
„
Deleted
Recording a program
To record a ND 1200 program:
U Press the MENU key.
U Press the PROG soft key. The Program screen will be displayed.
U Press the RECORD soft key. The program number dialog box will be
displayed.
U
Enter the desired program number and press the OK soft key.
U Perform the desired measurement and other activities that you wish
to record.
U Press the MENU key.
U Press the PROG soft key.
U Press the END REC soft key to stop recording the program. The new
program will be added to the list of programs.
U Press the FINISH key to return to the DRO screen.
U Run and test the program to verify its correctness. Edit the program
if necessary.
When the program is run, the VIEW soft key is
pressed to display the targeting graphic
An example of recording a program is shown on the next
page.