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Programming notes
You can mix Q parameters and fixed numerical values within a
program.
Calling Q parameter functions
When you are writing a part program, press the “Q” key (in the
numeric keypad for numerical input and axis selection, below the +/–
key). The TNC then displays the following soft keys:
Some Q parameters are always assigned the same data by
the TNC. For example, Q108 is always assigned the
current tool radius, See “Preassigned Q Parameters,”
page 434.
Function group
Soft key
Page
Basic arithmetic (assign, add, subtract,
multiply, divide, square root)
Trigonometric functions
Function for calculating circles
If/then conditions, jumps
Other functions
Entering formulas directly
Formula for string parameters