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WiXHC MK IV Series - User Manual

WiXHC MK IV Series
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MACH3 Motion Card
(MKX version)Manual
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WiXHC MK IV Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandWiXHC
ModelMK IV Series
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Mach3 Software Installation

Software Installation Process

Steps to install Mach3, including canceling the Parallel Port Driver.

License File Copy

Instructions for copying the Mach1Lic.dat license file after installation.

Driver and Configuration File Setup

Driver Installation

Copying driver files (.dll) to the Mach3 plugins folder.

Configuration File Setup

Copying the Mach3mill.xml configuration file to the Mach3 folder.

Macro Code File Installation

Installing macro code files into the Mach3 macros folder for enhanced functions.

Motion Card Connectivity

USB Port Connection

Connecting the Mach3 motion card using a USB cable.

Ethernet Card Connection

Instructions for connecting the Mach3 motion card via Ethernet cable.

Network IP Configuration

Setting up IP addresses in Windows XP and 7/10 for Ethernet connectivity.

Hardware Wiring and Connections

Power Supply Wiring

Connecting the DC24V power supply to the motion control card.

Driver Wiring (MKX-IV)

Wiring diagram for MKX-IV motion card driver connections (X,Y,Z,A axes).

Driver Wiring (MKX-V)

Wiring diagram for MKX-V motion card driver connections (X axis).

Spindle Converter Wiring

Connecting the spindle to a frequency converter for speed control.

Spindle Driver Wiring

Wiring a spindle stepper or servo driver with a 5V power supply.

Home Switch Wiring

Wiring NPN, PNP, and mechanical home switches to the control board.

Limit Switch Wiring

Connecting NPN, PNP, and mechanical limit switches for axis protection.

Tool Setting Gauge Wiring

Wiring the tool setting gauge to the control board.

Emergency Stop Button Wiring

Connecting an emergency stop button for system safety.

Relay Connection

Connecting relays to output ports for controlling external devices.

Mach3 Software Operations

Software Interface and Loading

Opening Mach3, selecting plugins, and loading screen files.

Spindle Control

Turning the spindle ON/OFF via software buttons or G-code.

Jog Movement Control

Using keyboard and on-screen controls for axis jogging.

Machine Homing and Zeroing

Homing all axes and setting workpiece zero coordinates.

G-Code Input and Loading

Manual G-code entry via MDI and loading G-code files.

Output Port Control

Using M-codes to manage output ports for external devices.

Z-Axis Auto Tool Zero

Setting up and performing automatic Z-axis tool zeroing.

MACH3 Parameter Configuration

Motor Tuning

Configuring axis steps per unit, velocity, and acceleration.

Ports and Pins Setup

Configuring motor outputs, input, and output signals.

Spindle Setup

Configuring spindle control modes (PWM, Step/Dir).

Software Limit Setup

Defining soft axis limits to prevent over-travel.

Driver Plug-in Management

Managing and configuring motion control hardware plug-ins.

Z Safety Height Configuration

Setting safe Z movement parameters for automated processes.

Home Direction Configuration

Adjusting axis homing direction for correct origin seeking.

General Configuration Settings

Adjusting angular properties, screen display, and other general settings.

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