Introduction
1.4 User interface
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Spindle data
Display Meaning
S
S1 Spindle selection, identification with spindle number and main spindle
Speed Actual value (when spindle turns, display increases)
Setpoint (always displayed, also during positioning)
Symbol
Spindle status
Spindle not enabled
Spindle is turning clockwise
Spindle is turning counterclockwise
Spindle is stationary
Override Display as a percentage
Spindle utilization
rate
Display between 0 and 100%
The upper limit value can be greater than 100%.
See machine manufacturer's specifications.
1.4.5 Current block display
The window of the current block display shows you the program blocks currently being
executed.
Display of current program
The following information is displayed in the running program:
● The workpiece name or program name is entered in the title row.
● The program block which is just being processed appears colored.
Editing a program directly
In the Reset state, you can edit the current program directly.
1. Press the <INSERT> key.
2. Place the cursor at the relevant position and edit the program block.
Direct editing is only possible for G code blocks in the NC memory, not
for external execution.
3. Press the <INSERT> key to exit the program and the edit mode again.