Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operation/Programming

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Setting Up the Machine 08/2005
2.9 MDI
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2-86 SINUMERIK 840D sl Operation/Programming ShopTurn (BAT) – 08/2005 Edition
2.9 MDI
In "MDI" mode (Manual Data Automatic mode), you can input G-code
commands block-by-block and immediately execute them for setting
up the machine.
When executing the G-code commands, you can control the sequence
as follows:
Executing the program block-by-block
Program:Testing
Setting the test-run feedrate
(see Sec. "Machining the workpiece")
MDI
 Press the "MDI" key.
The MDI editor opens.
MDI
 Input the desired G-code commands using the operator’s
keyboard.
Cycle Start
 Press the "Cycle Start" key.
The control executes the input blocks.
Delete MDI
Progr.
Depending on the machine manufacturer’s setting, the program
created in MDA mode is automatically deleted after the complete
execution, or you can delete it using the "Delete MDI Progr." softkey.
Please also refer to the machine manufacturer's instructions.

Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Specifications

General

Control Type	CNC
Number of Axes	Up to 31
Max Number of Channels	10
Interfaces	Ethernet, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, USB
Interpolation	5-axis interpolation
Operating Temperature	0°C to 45°C
Relative Humidity	Up to 95% (non-condensing)
Display	TFT color display, various sizes
Programming Languages	DIN/ISO
Safety Features	Safety Integrated
PLC	Integrated PLC S7-300
Drive Interface	SINAMICS S120
Data Storage	CF card, USB
Operating System	Windows-based