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Programming Tool Movements
5.7 Positioning with Manual Data Input: System File $MDI
In the positioning with MDI mode you can program the system file $MDI.I
(or $MDI.H) for immediate execution. $MDI is programmed like any other
part program.
Applications
• Pre-positioning
• Face milling
To program the system file $MDI:
POSITIONING WITH MANL. DATA INPUT
Select MDI operating mode.
Program $MDI as desired.
To execute the system file $MDI:
POSITIONING WITH MANL. DATA INPUT
Select POSITIONING MANUAL DATA INPUT operating mode.
Start program run.
The system file $MDI must not contain a program call block (% block or cycle call).
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