Laguna Tools MCNC Creator Pro I-24P, Manual

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MCNC Creator Pro I-24P
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Once the Origin is completely set, the coordinate screen will reflect this information by showing
both the X and Y axes zeroed. The Z-Axis will have raised to the programmed safe height after
touching the puck and will reflect that distance.
Remember that the Z-0 location is the surface of either the material or the spoil board, in which
the controller should only read zero along the Z-Axis when the bit is touching that surface.
NOTE
When the machine is restarted, a HOME operation must be
done to reset that reference point. However, the last
programmed Origin (which is in reference to HOME) is still
stored in memory. Simply press the ORIGIN/OK button and
the machine will return to this location.
4.6 Programming Additional Origin
The RichAuto controller allows multiple offsets (Origins)
to be programmed. By default, the coordinate screen
will show the following:
Where the #1 found before each axis identifies the
coordinate state the controller is in. Each coordinate
state can have a unique programmed Origin. In the
example, the #1 coordinate state is being used.
To switch between coordinate states, press MENU and (any number 1-9). The coordinate screen
will change and show that set of coordinates.
This feature is useful when creating fixtures or when separating the machine surface into
quadrants for specific tasks.
All Origins are in reference to the same HOME and can be alternated as needed.
For example:
If using a 48-inch work area, to perform jobs that are less than 24-inch in size. The surface can
be set up as two (2) 24-inch areas. Using the same HOME.
In the Menu + 1 area (coordinate state #1), the Origin would be set for the first piece of material.
Figure 4-5: Coordinates Screen