HEIDENHAIN TNC 640 (34059x-02) ISO programming - Manual (Page 252)

Programming: Q Parameters
9.1 Principle and overview of functions
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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:
Function group Soft key Page
Basic arithmetic (assign, add,
subtract, multiply, divide,
square root)
254
Trigonometric functions 256
If/then conditions, jumps 257
Other functions 260
Entering formulas in the part
program
287
Function for machining
complex contours
See User’s
Manual for Cycles
The TNC shows the soft keys Q, QL and QR when
you are defining or assigning a Q parameter. First
press one of these soft keys to select the desired
type of parameter, and then enter the parameter
number.
If you have a USB keyboard connected, you can
press the Q key to open the dialog for entering a
formula.