Rockwell Automation 8520 9/PC CNC Tool Path Graphics Programming Manual - Manual (Page 9)

9/PC CNC Tool Path Graphics Programming Manual 9
Publication 8520-PM097A-EN-P - September 2001
ZOOM – Enlarges the portion of the profile selected by the zoom window. This option is
available in the checking phase only. The “+ ” and “-” on the number pad of your keyboard
change the size of the window. The arrow keys on the number pad of your keyboard allow
you to move around on the display.
DIME NS – Provides the points belonging to the profile. This option is only available while
you are in the checking phase and in 2-D visualization mode. The arrow keys on your
keyboard allow you to move around on the display.
CLEAR PLOT – Clears the visualized path from the screen, while the Cartesian axes remain.
EXIT – Allows you to exit the application.
Configuring Tool Path Graphics Parameters
Before you begin plotting your tool path, you must configure the Tool Path Graphics
parameters. The parameter screen always displays the last set of parameter values configured.
1. To access the parameters screen, press the {CONFIG} softkey.
A similar window appears.
2. Set your parameters by either using your left mouse button, by pressing [ALT] + the
underlined character, or keying in the necessary information.