Positioning with manual data input (mdi) – HEIDENHAIN TNC 320 (340 55x-03) User Manual
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3 Positioning with Manual Data Input (MDI)
3.1 Pr
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Simple Mac
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ining Oper
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3.1 Programming and Executing
Simple Machining Operations
The Positioning with Manual Data Input mode of operation is
particularly convenient for simple machining operations or pre-
positioning of the tool. You can write a short program in HEIDENHAIN
conversational programming and execute it immediately. You can also
call TNC cycles. The program is stored in the file $MDI. In the
Positioning with MDI operating mode, the additional status displays
can also be activated.
Positioning with Manual Data Input (MDI)
Select the Positioning with MDI mode of operation.
Program the file $MDI as you wish.
To start program run, press the machine START key.
Constraints:
The following functions are not available in the MDI mode:
FK free contour programming
Program section repeats
Subprogramming
Path compensation
The programming graphics
Program call PGM CALL
The programming graphics