5 Using the Control Software
5.5 Opening an NC File
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The Machine Home / Reference Point window is displayed.
2.
Click:
0
.
Home
to send the machine to the home position at regular speed (recommended).
Quick Home
to send the tool to the home position at a rapid speed. Use this option only if you are sure
that doing so is safe.
The machine will move to its home position.
5.5.
OPENING AN NC FILE
The control software allows NC files to be saved and then opened again at a later time. In addition, the
control software is supplied with a number of sample NC files.
Follow this procedure to open a sample NC file.
Procedure: Opening a Sample NC File
1.
5.1 Launching the Control Software, pg. 42.
2.
Click
File | Open
in the Main Menu.
The Open window is displayed.