LPKF ProtoMat 93s Manual
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2.8 Use of BoardMaster
Data required to drive the plotters are generated in CircuitCAM and are stored in
files with HP-GL format or as LPKF binary files (LMD format). BoardMaster is
used for reading the files, decoding plot commands and modifying them for the
specific LPKF System being driven. The drivers use the HP-GL or LMD data and
add important, machine specific functions such as scaling, motor control, etc. The
LPKF ProtoMat 93s circuit board plotters respond to HP-GL commands. The
drivers provide additional capability such as step and repeat, move, rotate, etc.
All LPKF circuit board plotters are driven via an asynchronous interface (RS232C).
In the case of the LPKF ProtoMat 93s, it is operated at
9600 baud, 1 stop bit, 8
data bits, no parity and hardware handshake
. The serial interface of the computer
must be configured using the DOS MODE commands in the case of the DOS
driver and using the Windows Main/Control Panel/Port setup facility in the case of
BoardMaster.
3 Setup
3.1 Before switching on
Be sure the voltage set at the machine corresponds with the line voltage: If not,
continue at chapter 8.7 Electrical Fuses, Setting the device voltage.
Before switching on, all items are to be removed from the machine and its range
of movement. Pilot pins must not project from the base material.
CAUTION! Never reach into the machine while it is running!
3.2 Turning the system on
The following switching on order is useful, but not essential:
1. Computer
2. LPKF ProtoMat 93s
3. Start the BoardMaster program
