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Firmware Update 

 
The HMI software plays an important role in the control and functionality of the NOVA Orion lathe. The 
firmware loaded onto the HMI panel is responsible of controlling the features and performance of the lathe.  
 
The firmware version of the HMI can be upgraded via the included USB cable accessory and a PC with 
internet access. Be sure to chec

https://www.teknatool.com/upgrade-your-firmware/

 periodically for firmware 

upgrades for your machine, which may allow new features or software improvements that could enhance the 
performance of the lathe.  
 

Checking the Firmware Version 

The  firmware  version  of  the  lathe  can  be  checked 
from the “Version Info” function located on the last 
line of the lathe menu. 

 

 

The lathe version information will be shown in the screen shown below: 

 

The last line indicates the firmware version of both HMI and main controller. 

 

 
USB Mode 

 

USB mode is used to perform the firmware update on the lathe HMI. 
 

 
USB mode is activated by navigating down to the 

“Firmware Upgrade”

 function on the lathe menu. 

 

 
Press 

<F/R>

 to continue into entering USB mode. 

 
Return to the menu screen by pressing 

<Menu>

 

 

 
 

 

Summary of Contents for nova ORION 55250

Page 1: ...1 128 1019 004 OPERATION MANUA L ORION 18 DVR LATHE Publication 128 1019 004 Models 55250 USA 55251 AUS NZ 55252 EU 55253 Canada 55254 UK Date 10 October 2019...

Page 2: ...Phone 727 954 3433 Customer Solutions For all worldwide Inquiries Repairs or Services issues must be in writing Email Service Teknatool com Or you can contact the retailer where you purchased your NOV...

Page 3: ...ome Screen 15 Operating the Lathe 16 Starting Operation 16 Running the Lathe 16 Stopping the Lathe 17 Adjusting the Speed 18 Accessing the Main Menu 18 Favourite Speed Function 19 Using the lathe spee...

Page 4: ...work to ensure a safe environment 23 PAY ATTENTION TO WORK Concentrate on your work If you become tired or frustrated leave it for a while and rest 24 SECURE WORK Use clamps or a vice to hold work wh...

Page 5: ...ED STRUCTURE CAD designed webbing to absorb vibration throughout the bed length Exceptional structural strength 8 FAVORITE SPEED FUNCTION Program your favorite speeds for faster and more efficient pro...

Page 6: ...tions at 45 0 22 5 45 90 180 Spindle Index 24 divisions 15 degrees apart Tailstock Quill Taper Morse Taper 2 MT2 Quill Travel 80mm 3 Hole Through Tailstock 12 5mm 0 48 Tool Rest Length 300mm 12 Shaft...

Page 7: ...ock Assembly 5699033 4 Main Bed 5699021 5 Bed Extension 5699035 6 Lathe stand 5699018 7 12 300mm Tool Rest 5699024 8 Knockout Operating Bar 5699033 9 2MT Spur Centre 2MTSPUR 10 2MT Live Centre 5020 11...

Page 8: ...N Each of the lathe stand legs have a significant mass Approximately 35Kg therefore 2 3 people will be needed for assembly Place one of the lathes stand leg on top of the lathe bed turned upside down...

Page 9: ...it can be attached to the bed Insert the centre pin of the headstock into the bore of the lathe bed to mount the headstock Align the lathe bed mounting holes with the slots on the stand legs before i...

Page 10: ...ex socket extension may be needed to tighten this bolt Locking the headstock into place The headstock is locked into place by the headstock locking pin 1 2 Insert the hedstock lock pin into the bore o...

Page 11: ...ore and tighten the tool rest lock handle to secure its position Attaching the Tailstock onto the Bed Slide the tailstock assembly onto the lathe bed section by matching the tailstock lock plate with...

Page 12: ...er to Center Distance Metric Imperial 558 8mm 22 Basic Configuration with Bed Extension Center to Center Distance Metric Imperial 1117 6mm 44 3 Bed Configuration Center to Center Distance Metric Imper...

Page 13: ...e outlet if a three prong outlet is unavailable in your environment The ground tab on the adapter must be connected to the screw on the outlet for proper grounding This adaptor should only be used unt...

Page 14: ...e input power plug to a suitable plug for the desired input voltage to change the lathe s input voltage i e For US For 115V For 240V NEMA 6 15P For regions where 240V is standard Europe Australia New...

Page 15: ...workshop and the amount of work that is done within the workshop The use of dust collectors and filters will minimize your health risk Lathe Interface Keypad Buttons Lathe Home Screen There are 2 hom...

Page 16: ...en the main power switch has been turned ON the LCD screen on the HMI will display the texts shown below Additionally the following screen with be shown at the end of the starting sequence if the brak...

Page 17: ...and no brakes applied Motor stops and brakes are applied Emergency Stop Switch The emergency stop switch can be pressed to stop the motor any time during operation Brakes will be applied when the eme...

Page 18: ...he to any speed within 5rpm by using the function F keys Accessing the Main Menu The main menu is used to access all available software features on the lathe Press Menu key while on the home screen to...

Page 19: ...e set to the favourite speed function Setting Favourite Speed Function Note The F keys must be set to use the favourite speed function to have access to all assigned speeds Refer to page27 to check th...

Page 20: ...te speed and return to the home screen Editing the Favourite Speed Function Press the Menu key while on the lathe home screen to access the main menu of the lathe Navigate down the Edit Fav Speed 1 it...

Page 21: ...ol knob to set the new favourite speed value Using the lathe speed chart Access the speed chart function from the menu by pressing the Menu key on the lathe home screen Speed Chart will the first opti...

Page 22: ...u of the lathe To Customize F Keys go to Lathe Settings Wireless Remote Motor Paramters Customize F keys Lathe Settings Wireless Remote Motor Paramters Use the speed control knob to navigate down to L...

Page 23: ...must be turned off in order to switch between forward and reverse Forward and reverse cannot be switched while the lathe motor is running The Forward and reverse mode of the lathe is indicated by the...

Page 24: ...e index pin to let the spring pull the index pin into the headstock Turn the lathe spindle by hand to ensure the spindle lock has engaged properly Note Head of the index pin will be completely flat ag...

Page 25: ...tent lever towards the right hand side and hold it in position Turn the headstock to the desired position NOVA Orion lathe has the headstock locking positions at the following angles Positive Negative...

Page 26: ...ter the function The menu screen will show the current functionality assigned to the F keys Favourite speed at default Following functionalities can be assigned to the F keys 1 Favourite Speed Display...

Page 27: ...TION ASSIGNMENT PAGE The following table shows the functions that can be assigned to the F keys FUNCTION NAME DESCRIPTION Do Not Use This will disable the selected F key Favourite speed Any Favourite...

Page 28: ...nob to enter the function There will be 2 options inside the function Pair new remote Unpair remote Note The bottom line shows the ID of the current paired remote Pairing New Remote Select Pair new re...

Page 29: ...once the new password is set to save the new password Locking the lathe The lathe can be locked immediately from the Lock Lathe Now function The lathe will immediately switch to the lock screen when...

Page 30: ...cription Assisted Braking ON OFF The assisted braking function engages the motor electronic brakes when the OFF button is pressed while the lathe motor is running to bring the motor to a complete stop...

Page 31: ...e If the tool slide becomes hard to move and adjust cleaning and lubricating are required 1 To make the tool slide move more freely along the bed make sure the bed rails are clean Apply some paste wax...

Page 32: ...machine which may allow new features or software improvements that could enhance the performance of the lathe Checking the Firmware Version The firmware version of the lathe can be checked from the Ve...

Page 33: ...ols Tailstock and Headstock centres not aligning Lathe bed connection Headstock detent position Tailstock adjustment plate 1 Inspect all connections of the bed sections to make sure all the top surfac...

Page 34: ...nting the spindle to turn 3 Remove the obstruction and try starting the motor again RP State Error 0 or 1 Motor optical sensor 1 Turn the spindle by hand to see if this will cause a breakthrough in th...

Page 35: ...se price paid must be provided at the time of claim Repairs are charged hourly In addition customer pays for shipping to from and provides own shipping contain Warranty Repairs customer pays for shipp...

Page 36: ...36 128 1019 004 NOVA Orion Headstock Breakdown...

Page 37: ...at Washer 12mm FW12 1 2 18 Tailstock Locking plate 5699052 1 Note Item No 4 7 is only included in the packages for Australia New Zealand and Europe ITEM NO DESCRIPTION SKU QTY 2 19 Tailstock Cam Follo...

Page 38: ...at are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles WARNING This product can expose you to chemicals Rust Prevention Oil which are known to the State of California to cause cancer Do not tou...

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