Manual Torno Hurco

WINMAX LATHE OPTIONS
January 2017 v546OP

The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not
represent a commitment on the part of Hurco Companies, Inc. (Hurco). The software
described in this document is furnished under the License Agreement to customers. It is
against the law to copy the software on any medium except as specifically allowed in the
license agreement. The purchaser may make copies of the software for backup purposes.
Hurco Manufacturing Company reserves the right to incorporate any modification or

improvements in machines and machine specifications which it considers necessary, and
does not assume any obligation to make any said changes in machines or equipment
previously sold.
Hurco products and services are subject to Hurco’s then current prices, terms, and
conditions, which are subject to change without notice.
© 2018 Hurco Companies, Inc. All rights reserved.
Patents:U.S. Patents B14,477,754; 5,453,933; Canadian Patent 1,102,434; Japanese

Patents 1,649,006 and 1,375,124; other Patents pending.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WinMax Lathe Options
Documentation Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Programming and Operation Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii

Using the On-screen Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
Printing the Programming Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2
Hardware Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2
Auto Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1
Auto Door Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1
Manual Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2
Automatic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2
Bar Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1
Bar Feed Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1
Tool not Used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3
Tool as Bump Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3
Fingers Pull Stock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4
Tool Guides Stock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 5
Collet Pulls Stock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 6
Tool Change Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 7
Chip Conveyor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1
Chip Conveyor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1
Auto Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 3
Collet Chuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 5- 1
Chuck Types . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 5- 1
Optional Chuck Footswitch . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 5- 2
Jaws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 5- 2
DXF Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 6 - 1
DXF Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 6 - 2
Creating a New DXF Part Program ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 6 - 4
Load DXF File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 6 - 5
Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 6 - 5
Center Line Selection . . . ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 6 - 7
Part Zero Selection . . . . . ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 6 - 9
Axial Coordinate System . ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 6 - 9
Build Data Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 6 - 11
Turning Data Blocks . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 6 - 11
Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 6 - 11
Hole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . 6 - 13
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Thread . . . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 14
Groove . . . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 17
Cutoff . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 18
Axial Milling Data Blocks . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 19
Axial Lines and Arcs . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 19
Axial Circle . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 20
Axial Frame . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 21
Axial Slot . . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 22
Axial Flats . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 23
Axial Holes Data Blocks . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 24
Holes Locations . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 24
Complete the Program . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 25
Edit DXF Drawing . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 25
Extend . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 27
Join . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 28
Modify . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 29
Split . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 29
Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 30
Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 30
Explode PCurve . . . . . . . ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .6 - 30
NC Productivity Package Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 1

Macro Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 2
Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 2
Global Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 2
System Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 2
Read/Write Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 3
Addresses with Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 4
Address with Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 4
Address with Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 4
Alarm 3000 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 4
Vacant Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 5
Variable Expressions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 7
Expression Symbols and Keywords . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 7
Operation Priorities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 9
Indirect Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 10
Saving Variable Values To a File on the Control . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 10
Variable Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 11
Program Control Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 12
GOTO Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 13
Positive GOTO Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 13
Negative GOTO Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 13
IF Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 13
WHILE Loops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 14
DO Loops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 15
Stop Program Execution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 16
Subprograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 17
G65 Subprogram Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 18
Arguments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 18
Multiple Arguments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 18
Passing Argument Lists to Subprograms . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 19
Layering of Local Variables within Subprogram Calls ... .... ... ... . .7 - 20
Specifying Subprogram Iterations . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 20
Using G65 and G66 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 20
Using M98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 20
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G65 Subprogram Example . . . . . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .7 - 21
Macro Instruction (G65) . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .7 - 22
Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .7 - 22
Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .7 - 24
Modal Subprograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .7 - 26
Modal Subprogram Call (G66) . . . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .7 - 26
Modal Subprogram Cancel (G67) . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .7 - 26
Modal Subprogram Call (G66) Example ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .7 - 27
NCPP Variable Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .7 - 28
Oil Skimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 - 1
Oil Skimmer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 - 1
Automatic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 - 1
Parts Catcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .9 - 1

Parts Catcher Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .9 - 1
Manual Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .9 - 1
Automatic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .9 - 1
Automatic Operation with Cutoff Block . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .9 - 2
Parts Conveyor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 - 1

Parts Conveyor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 - 1
Part Ejector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 - 1

Part Ejector Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 - 1
Steady Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 - 1

Clamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 - 2
Unclamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 - 2
Tailstock Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .13 - 1
Tailstock Quill Operation . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .13 - 2
Automatic Operation . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .13 - 3
Optional Tailstock Quill Footswitch . . .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .13 - 4
Quill Pressure Switch . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .13 - 4
No Quill Pressure Switch . . . . . . . .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .13 - 4
TM10 Tailstock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .13 - 5
Thread Repair Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 - 1
Tool Setter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 1

Tool Setter Stylus Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 2
Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 4
TM and TMX Models—X-Axis Tool Setter Calibration . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 7
X- Axis Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 7
X+ Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 9
X Calibration Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 11
TM and TMX Models—Z-Axis Tool Setter Calibration . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 12
Z- Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 12
Z+ Offset Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 14
Z Calibration Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 16
TMM Models—X-Axis Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 17
X- Axis Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 17
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X+ Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 18
X Calibration Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 20
TMM Models—Z-Axis Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 21
Z- Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 21
Z+ Offset Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 23
Z Calibration Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 25
TMX MY and TMX MYS Models—X-Axis Tool Setter Calibration . ... ... . .15 - 26
X- Axis Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 26
X+ Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 28
X Calibration Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 29
TMX MY and TMX MYS Models—Z-Axis Tool Setter Calibration . ... ... . .15 - 30
Z- Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 30
Z+ Offset Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 32
Z Calibration Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 33
Tool Setter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 34
Automatic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 34
Setting Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 35
Setting Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 36
Standard Lathe Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 37
Radial Live Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 38
Axial Live Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . .15 - 40
Sub-Spindle Tool Setter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 42

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 43
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 43
Sub-spindle Tool Setter Stylus Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 44
Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 44
Position the W Axis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 47
Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration Fields . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 47
X-Axis Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 49
X- Axis Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 49
X+ Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 51
X Calibration Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 52
Z-Axis Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 53
Z- Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 53
Z+ Sub-spindle Offset Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 55
Z Calibration Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 56
Sub-spindle Tool Setter—Setting Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 57
Tool Setting Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 59
Standard Lathe Tools and Sub-spindle Tool Setter . . .... ... ... . .15 - 60
Radial Live Tools and Sub-spindle Tool Setter . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 61
Axial Live Tools and Sub-spindle Tool Setter . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 62
UltiMonitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .16 - 1

LAN Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .16 - 2
Limitations for UltiMonitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .16 - 2
Glossary of Networking Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .16 - 2
Configuring a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .16 - 4
Configuring an IP address for your machine . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .16 - 4
Configuring the Computer and Workgroup Names . . ... .... ... ... . .16 - 6
Mapping a Network Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .16 - 7
Using FTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .16 - 8
FTP Server Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .16 - 8
FTP Server Settings Fields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .16 - 8
FTP Server Settings Softkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .16 - 9
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FTP Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 - 10
Extended Shop Floor (ESF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 - 12
UltiPocket Option . .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .17 - 1
Mill Contours . .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .17 - 3
Mill Frame . . . .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .17 - 3
Mill Circle . . . . .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .17 - 3
Washdown Gun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 - 1
Record of Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . V
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DOCUMENTATION CONVENTIONS
This documentation uses several conventions to explain the safety features and
emphasize key concepts. These conventions are described in this section.
Sample Screens
Sample screens in this documentation were taken from a WinMax single-screen control.
All screens are subject to change. The screens on your system may vary slightly.
Softkeys
Softkeys are located on the side of the screen. You can set the softkeys to appear on
either the right or left side of the screen. Refer to the Getting Started with WinMax for
information about making this selection. Softkeys may change upon field entries or other
softkey selection. References to softkeys in the documentation appear with the softkey’s
corresponding F-key. For example, the Part Setup softkey from the Input screen is
referenced as the PART SETUP F1 softkey.
Screen Areas
The screens are divided into the following areas, in addition to the row of softkeys:
Data Entry
The data entry area is located on the opposite side of the screen from the softkeys.
Available softkeys may change even when the text and data entry area does not.
Fields in the data entry area display or receive information. Refer to Using the
Touchscreen for information on entering information in fields.
Prompts and Error/Status Area

The bottom portion of the screen is reserved for prompts, program status and error
messages.
Prompts provide help on data entry selections based on the field with the blinking cursor.
Errors and status messages occur anytime the status or error occurs. They are not based
on the field with the blinking cursor. These messages provide machine information to the
operator.
Error messages may also stop and/or prevent machine operation until the cause of the
error is corrected.
Status Bar
The status bar contains
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• The name of the open, selected program.
• A calculator icon—select the icon to display a working, on-screen calculator.
• Units of measure (Inch or Millimeters)—select the units of measure in the
status bar to toggle between Inch and Metric.
• Programming mode (R for Radius; D for Diameter)—select the programming
mode in the status bar to toggle between Radius and Diameter.
• A yellow icon—indicates the feed hold is on when visible.
• A red icon—indicates the Emergency Stop button has been pressed when
visible.
• A keyboard icon—select the icon to display a working on-screen keyboard.
• The current time.
When viewed on a single-screen console, all icons appear in the same status bar; when
viewed on a dual-screen console, the program name and calculator icon appear on the
left screen status bar, and the unit of measure, keyboard icon and time appear on the
right screen status bar.
Console Buttons and Keys

References to console buttons and keys appear in bold text throughout the
documentation. For example, the Start Cycle button appears as the Start Cycle button
and the Manual key appears as the Manual console key in text.
Refer to the Getting Started with WinMax manual for information about console buttons
and keys, in addition to other information about using softkeys and the pop-up text entry
window.
Using the Touchscreen

The console has a touchscreen for entering programming data. To make a selection, tap
the screen on a softkey, field, or drop-down list using the stylus attached to the side of
the console or another suitable pointing device.
Icons
This manual may contain the following icons:
Caution/Warning
The operator may be injured and/or the machine severely damaged if the
described procedure is not followed.
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Important
Ensures proper operation of the machine and control.
Troubleshooting
? Steps that can be taken to solve potential problems.
Hints and Tricks
Useful suggestions that show creative uses of the WinMax features.
Where can we go from here?
Lists several possible options the operator can take.
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PROGRAMMING AND OPERATION
INFORMATION
Hurco provides documentation for using WinMax software on a control or desktop in two
formats: on-screen Help and PDF. The information contained in both formats is identical.
On-screen Help contains information about the current screen. If Help is not available for
a screen, a Welcome screen appears with access to the Table of Contents, Index, or
Search functions.
• To view the on-screen Help directly on a Hurco control, select the Help
console key.
• To view the on-screen Help on the desktop software, select the Help icon in
the menu bar.
PDF files are available on the hard drive. These files can be copied from the hard drive to
a USB memory device and transferred to a PC for viewing and printing.
Using the On-screen Help

On-screen Help provides information about using WinMax. The Help is context-sensitive
to the screen level. Press the console Help button to display the Help topic for the current
screen. The following list describes Help functions:
• Buttons in the upper left-hand corner of the Help screen are used to move
through Help topics and print screens.
• Use the Hide button to hide the navigation pane.

• Use the Back button to return to the previous Help screen.
• Use the Print button to print the current displayed Help topic, if a printer
is attached and configured. See Printing the Programming Manuals, on
page - xiii for more information about printing.
• Use the arrow buttons to move between pages within a Help topic and to
move through topics.
• Use the Contents tab for a list of information sorted by subject:
1. Select the “+” to expand the topic and view sub-topics.
2. Select the topic to display it.
• Use the Index tab to show the Help index:

1. Quickly scroll to an index topic by typing the topic in the box at the top of
the index.
2. Select a topic and the Display button to view the topic.
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• Use the Search tab to search the Help for a word or phrase:
1. Type the search word(s) into the text box at the top of the pane.
2. Select the List Topics button. A list of topics that contain the search word(s)
is displayed.
3. Select a topic and the Display button to view that topic.
• Use the Favorites tab to save Help topics for quick access:
1. Select the Add button at the bottom of the pane to add the current topic.
2. Select a topic from the Favorites list, and select the Display button to view
it.
• Select a topic from the Favorites list, and select the Remove button to
remove it from the list.
Printing the Programming Manuals

The WinMax On-screen Help is also provided in PDF format for easy printing. The
information contained in the PDF files is identical to the on-screen Help. The PDF files may
be copied to a floppy disk or USB memory device to be transferred to a PC for printing.
Here are the steps to access the PDF files:
1. From the Input screen, select the PROJECT MANAGER F8 softkey.

2. Select the FILE MANAGER F7 softkey.
3. In the left-hand pane, navigate through the folders:
• For WinMax Lathe on a machine, the path is D:\Hurco\Hurco Lathe\hlp.

• For WinMax Desktop on a PC, the path is C:\Program Files\Hurco\Hurco
Lathe\hlp.
The PDF files will appear in the right-hand pane.
The SHOW ALL FILE TYPES field in User Interface Settings must be
set to YES (default is NO) in order to see the PDF files in the
directory. Access the SHOW ALL FILE TYPES field in Auxiliary Mode,
Utilities/ User Preferences/ User Interface Settings.
4. Highlight the PDF file(s) in the right-hand pane, and select the COPY F2
softkey.
5. Ensure that your media is loaded (either a floppy disk in the disk drive or a USB
memory device in the USB port), and navigate to the proper location in the left-
hand pane of the DISK OPERATIONS screen (either the floppy drive A: or the
USB port E:). Highlight the desired location.
6. Place the cursor in the right-hand pane and select the PASTE F3 softkey to
paste the PDF file(s) to the desired location.
You may now remove your media and load the PDF file(s) onto a PC for printing.
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OPTIONS
The WinMax Lathe Max control contains software used to process data and display
screens in much the same manner that personal computers use software programs. As
with other software systems, WinMax Lathe has additional software options that can be
purchased for the system. Contact Hurco or your Hurco distributor for details about
purchasing software options.
This section contains information for operating optional turning center equipment and
software.
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1
Auto Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1
Bar Feeder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1
Chip Conveyor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1
Collet Chuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 1
Chuck Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 1
Optional Chuck Footswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 2
Jaws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 2
DXF Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 1
Max5 Graphics Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 1
NC Productivity Package Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 1
Oil Skimmer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 1
Parts Catcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 1
Parts Conveyor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 1
Steady Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 - 1
Tailstock Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 - 1
Tailstock Quill Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 - 2
Optional Tailstock Quill Footswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 - 4
TM10 Tailstock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 - 5
Thread Repair Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 - 1
Tool Setter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 1
UltiMonitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 - 1
UltiPocket Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 - 1
Washdown Gun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 1
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Overview
Before using the machine, you should become familiar with its components. Because of
European Committee (CE) requirements, Hurco machines sold in Europe may differ from
those sold elsewhere.
Hardware Options
The figure below identifies some options of a machine. The location of some components
may differ on other models.
1 Machine Frame or Base 7 Enclosure Door
2 Console 8 Spindle
3 Turret 9 Power cabinet (rear)
4 Parts Catcher option 10 Communications panel (side)
5 Conveyor option 11 Tailstock and chuck gauge options
6 Coolant Drip Tray 12 Bar Feeder option
Figure 1–1. Bar Feeder next to a TM10 Turning Center with the
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AUTO DOOR
The optional, pneumatic Auto Door allows you to automatically open and shut the
enclosure door at the beginning and end of a cycle. This option provides a clear signal
that a cycle is complete by opening the door and allowing the operator to remove a part.
In addition, the Auto Door allows the ability to control the door operation for automated
cycles.
Auto Door Operation

The Auto Door can be operated either manually with softkeys on the Manual screen or
automatically using M Codes. To program an M Code in a conversational programming
data block, please refer to Machine Function—M Code, on page 2 - 198 in WinMax Lathe
Conversational Part Programming. For WinMax Lathe NC Programming information please
refer to Basic NC M Codes, on page 3 - 1 or ISNC M Codes, on page 5 - 1.
Machines configured with the optional Auto Door are equipped with a
second pushbutton used in conjunction with the Start Cycle button to
initiate cycles. This configuration requires the operator to
simultaneously press the Start Cycle pushbutton and this Enable
pushbutton, located on the right side of the console below the
handle, to initiate any cycle.
The Auto Door can be opened by hand if air is disconnected even though the door is
pneumatically powered.
An Auto Door that is opened by hand cannot be closed unless the control
recognizes the door has been opened using an Open Auto Door selection.
Therefore, you must use the Open Auto Door F1 softkey then
simultaneously press the Start Cycle and Enable pushbuttons
before proceeding.
If an object obstructs the path of the Auto Door when closing, upon contact the door will
automatically retract and return to the Open state.
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Manual Operation
To operate the Auto Door in Manual mode,
1. Press the Manual console key to access the Manual screen.

2. Select the ACCESSORY OPERATIONS F4 softkey.
3. Select the AUTO DOOR F5 softkey. The softkey menu changes to these softkey
selections:
• OPEN AUTO DOOR F1—causes the Start Cycle button to flash.
Simultaneously press the Start Cycle and Enable pushbuttons to open
the Auto Door.
• CLOSE AUTO DOOR F2—causes the Start Cycle button to flash.
Simultaneously press and hold the Start Cycle and Enable pushbuttons
until the door reaches the safety switch located on the right hand side of
the enclosure opening.
If the pushbuttons are released prior to reaching the safety switch,
the door will return to the Open state immediately upon releasing
the pushbuttons. A message appears on the screen.
Automatic Operation
To operate the Auto Door automatically, program a Machine Function data block within a
conversational part program. From the New Block screen or Program Review screen,
1. Select the Insert Block Before F7 softkey.

2. Select the Miscellaneous F4 softkey.
3. Select the M Code F3 softkey.
• Select M85 to Open the Auto Door and enter the number of seconds to
dwell in the Dwell field before moving to the next block.
• Select M86 to Close the Auto Door and enter the number of seconds to
If using NC programming, the M85 and M86 codes apply.
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BAR FEEDER
The optional bar feeder places stock into the spindle, through the hole in the left side of
the machine. As the stock is cut, the feeder replaces it with a new piece as necessary.
Please refer to the bar feeder’s Operator’s Manual for instructions about maintenance,
turning it on, and making selections on the control panel on the front of the bar feeder.
The bar feeder can be operated either with a Bar Feed data block or with M Codes. To
program an M Code in a conversational programming data block, please refer to WinMax
Lathe Conversational Part Programming, Machine Function—M Code, on page 2 - 198,
WinMax Lathe NC Programming, Basic NC M Codes, on page 3 - 1. or ISNC M Codes, on
page 5 - 1.
Bar Feed Block

The Bar Feed Block automates advancing the bar between parts. This data block supports
both bar pushing and bar pulling cycles.
• Bar pushing requires the optional bar feeder or a servo driven bar feeder.
When a piece of stock is depleted, the optional bar feeder replaces it with a
new piece as necessary.
• Select the Tool as Bump Stop or Tool Guides Stock Strategy if the optional
Bar Feeder is used. The optional bar feeder places stock into the spindle,
through the hole in the left side of the machine.
• Select the Tool not Used Strategy if a servo driven bar feeder is used.
• Bar pulling requires a special pulling tool loaded in the turret. You can
program a tool in Tool Setup to use with a Bar Feed Block to pull the stock
away from the chuck.
• Select the Fingers Pull Stock Strategy if a finger style pulling tool is
programmed in Tool Setup and the optional Bar Feeder is not being used.
• Select the Collet Pulls Stock Strategy if a collet style pulling tool is
programmed in Tool Setup and the optional Bar Feeder is not being used.
To access the Bar Feed Block screen from the Program Review screen or from the New
Block screen, select the MISCELLANEOUS  F4 softkey followed by the BAR FEED F4
softkey.
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These fields are available for programming a Bar Feed block:
• STRATEGY—identifies the Bar Feed strategy. The fields change depending on

the strategy. Select from these choices:
• Tool not Used—for use with servo-driven bar feeders where a bump stop
or stock guiding is not needed. If Tool not Used is selected, the servo-
driven bar feeder moves the stock forward for the next cut.
• Tool as Bump Stop—for use when the automatic bar feed should be
stopped when it touches the tool. This selection is for programming a Bar
Feed block with the optional Bar Feeder. If Tool as Bump Stop is selected,
after the stock is cut, the feeder moves the stock forward for the next cut.
• Fingers Pull Stock—for use when a finger style bar puller is in the turret
and programmed in Tool Setup. The tool fingers grip the workpiece and
pull the material out of the chuck. This selection is for programming a Bar
Feed block without the optional Bar Feeder.
• Tool Guides Stock—causes the turret to meet the bar near the chuck
and then feed away with the bar. This is the default Strategy. If Tool
Guides Stock is selected, the turret moves into position, meeting the bar
near the chuck. The turret then feeds away with the bar, guiding the stock
as pressure from the feeder moves the stock forward.
• Collet Pulls Stock—for use when a collet style bar puller is in the turret
and programmed in Tool Setup. The collet tool grips the workpiece and
pulls the material out of the chuck. This selection is for programming a
Bar Feed block without the optional Bar Feeder.
• TOOL—identifies the tool number that will be used in the part program. This
field does not appear when TOOL NOT USED is selected in the STRATEGY
field.
Use a square turning tool programmed in Tool Setup to represent a
pulling tool.
• TOOL OFFSETS—identifies the tool offset. This field does not appear when
TOOL NOT USED is selected in the STRATEGY field. Refer to the “Tool Setup”
section in Getting Started with WinMax Lathe.
• IGNORE END OF BAR—provides selections to stop operations when the bar
feeder reaches the end of the bar.
• USE PART CATCHER—activates the optional Parts Catcher when YES is
selected and catches the unused stock remnant. Otherwise, the stock
remnant falls into the chip tray or conveyor. The control holds off all motion
until the Bar Feed Complete signal is received. Set up the automatic Bar
Feeder according to the manufacturer’s instructions. This field is not available
with the Fingers Pull Stock or Collet Pulls Stock strategies.
Program the data block previous to the Bar Feed Block so that the
turret is in a safe position before the program arrives at the Bar Feed
Block.
• TOOL CHANGE OVERRIDE—refer to Tool Change Override, on page 3 - 7

for information about these fields.
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Tool not Used
This selection is for programming a Bar Feed block with an automatic Bar Feeder. The
Tool not Used strategy does not require any data fields as the Bar Feeder begins its
operation and sends a Bar Feed Complete signal to the control.
The Dwell (Secs) field is available for setting the amount of time for the bar feeder to
dwell while the chuck finishes opening or closing before continuing.
Tool as Bump Stop

This selection is for programming a Bar Feed block with the optional Bar Feeder. The
automatic bar feed will stop when it touches the tool. Select TOOL AS BUMP STOP in
the STRATEGY field. The screen provides this graphic representation of the tool
movement.
These fields are available for programming a Bar Feed block with the optional Bar Feeder.
When the cursor is in an X or Z field, the STORE MACHINE POSITION F7 softkey appears.
Select this softkey to store the current machine position into the field.
• X1 (RAD) or (DIA) and Z1—identifies the stop position in X (radius or

diameter) and Z for the tool when the bar is pushed by the bar feed
mechanism.
• SPINDLE ON—enables the spindle and allows it to run while bar feeding
when YES is selected. This field is only active when the Rotating Bar Feed
option has been installed and enabled on the machine.
• DIRECTION—identifies CW or CCW as the direction the spindle should turn
while bar feeding. This field (not shown above) is only active when the
Rotating Bar Feed option has been installed and enabled on the machine and
SPINDLE ON is YES.
• RPM—identifies the revolutions per minute the spindle should turn while bar
feeding. This field (not shown above) is only active when the Rotating Bar
Feed option has been installed and enabled on the machine and SPINDLE ON
is YES.
• Dwell (Secs)—sets the amount of time for the bar feeder to dwell while the
chuck finishes opening or closing before continuing.
remnant falls into the chip tray or conveyor.
The machine movement is as follows:
1. The tool rapids to position in X1 and Z1.

2. The chuck opens.
3. The bar feeds until it strikes the tool.
4. The chuck closes.

Fingers Pull Stock
This selection is for programming a Bar Feed block that uses a finger style tool that pulls
the bar stock and does not require the optional Bar Feeder. Select FINGERS PULL
STOCK in the STRATEGY field. The screen provides this graphic representation of the
tool movement.
The following fields appear on the screen, in addition to the fields described above for
programming a Bar Feed block. When the cursor is in an X or Z field, the STORE
MACHINE POSITION F7 softkey appears. Select this softkey to store the current machine
position into the field.
• TOOL REQUIRES COOLANT—identifies whether coolant is required to close

the puller tool. Select YES if coolant is required. NO is the default.
diameter) and Z. The tool rapids in XZ. This location is the first position of the
cycle.
• X2 and Z2—identifies the position where the pulling tool engages the work
piece. The tool feeds in Z first, then X.
• X3 and Z3—identifies the intermediate position where the bar pulling tool
feeds. The tool feeds in Z first, then rapids in X after the chuck is closed.
• DWELL—identifies the time in seconds that the tool pauses to allow the
chuck to open at X2, Z2 and close at Z3.
• X2/Z2 FEED—identifies the per minute velocity used when engaging the
stock.
• PULL FEED—identifies the per minute velocity used to pull the stock.

2. The tool then feeds at the feedrate programmed in X2/Z2 Feed to Z2 then X2
and dwells for the programmed time to allow the chuck to open and the tool to
grab the bar stock.
3. The tool feeds in Z first at the feed programmed in Pull Feed to the
intermediate position Z3, dwells for the programmed time to allow the chuck
to close, then rapids to position X3.
4. The tool rapids in Z first, then X back to position at X1 and Z1.

Tool Guides Stock
This Strategy selection causes the turret to meet the bar near the chuck and then feed
away at the programmed Feed with the bar. Select TOOL GUIDES STOCK in the
STRATEGY field. The screen provides this graphic representation of the tool movement.
programming a Bar Feed block. When the cursor is in an X or Z field, the STORE MACHINE
POSITION F7 softkey appears. Select this softkey to store the current machine position
into the field.

diameter) and Z. This location is the first position of the cycle.
• Z2—identifies the position where the tool engages the work piece. The tool
feeds in Z first, then X.
• SPINDLE ON—enables the spindle and allows it to run while bar feeding
when YES is selected. This field (not shown above) is only active when the
Rotating Bar Feed option has been installed and enabled on the machine.
• DIRECTION—identifies CW or CCW as the direction the spindle should turn
while bar feeding. This field (not shown above) is only active when the
Rotating Bar Feed option has been installed and enabled on the machine and
SPINDLE ON is YES.
• RPM—identifies the revolutions per minute the spindle should turn while bar
feeding. This field (not shown above) is only active when the Rotating Bar
Feed option has been installed and enabled on the machine and SPINDLE ON
is YES.
• Z2 FEED—identifies the per minute velocity used for movement from Z1 to
Z2.
• DWELL—identifies the time in seconds that the tool pauses at X1 Z1 to allow
the chuck to open.
remnant falls into the chip tray or conveyor.
1. The tool rapids to position in X1 and Z1, close to the workpiece, and dwells for
the programmed time so the chuck can open.
2. The tool feeds at the specified feedrate to Z2, guiding the bar as the bar feeder
provides pressure.
3. The chuck closes.

Collet Pulls Stock
This selection is for programming a Bar Feed block that uses a collet style tool puller that
pulls the bar stock and does not require the optional Bar Feeder. Select COLLET PULLS
STOCK in the STRATEGY field. The screen provides this graphic representation of the
tool movement.
programming a Bar Feed block. When the cursor is in an X or Z field, the STORE
MACHINE POSITION F7 softkey appears. Select this softkey to store the current machine
position into the field.
• TOOL REQUIRES COOLANT—identifies whether coolant is required to close

the puller tool. Select YES if coolant is required. NO is the default.
diameter) and Z. The tool rapids in XZ. This location is the first position of the
cycle.
• X2 (RAD) or (DIA) and Z2—identifies the position where the pulling tool
engages the work piece. The tool rapids in X first, then feeds in Z.
• Z3—identifies the intermediate position where the bar pulling tool feeds. The
tool feeds in Z.
• X4 (RAD) or (DIA) and Z4—identifies the position where the pulling tool
rapids away from the work piece. The tool rapids in Z first, then X.
• DWELL—identifies the time in seconds that the tool pauses to allow the
chuck to open at X2, Z2 and close at Z3.
• Z2 FEED—identifies the per minute velocity used when engaging the stock.
• PULL FEED—identifies the per minute velocity used to pull the stock.

2. The tool rapids to X2 first, then feeds at the feedrate programmed in Z2 FEED
to Z2 and dwells for the programmed time to allow the chuck to open and the
tool to grab the bar stock.
3. The tool feeds in Z at the feedrate programmed in PULL FEED to the
intermediate position Z3 and dwells for the programmed time to allow the
chuck to close.
4. The tool rapids in Z first, then X to position at X4 and Z4.

Tool Change Override
The Tool Change Override fields appear when either Tool as Bump Stop, Fingers Pull
Stock, Tool Guides Stock, or Collet Pulls Stock is selected. These fields are defined as
follows:
• TOOL CHANGE OVERRIDE—when selected, contains settings to be used if

the tool specified in this data block is different than the tool in the previous
block, or if the current tool before the Bar Feed block is run, and necessitates
a tool change.
If the tool is the same as the previous block or the current tool, then this area
is ignored. If the tool is different, the tool change will occur after the
movement to the X and Z axis positions.
When Tool Change Override is not selected, “Disabled” appears instead of the
following fields as shown in Figure 3–1. Bar Feed Block screen, on page 3 - 2.
The turret first moves to the X and Z positions defined for the Tool Change
and performs the tool change, then the turret moves to the X1 and Z1
position defined in the data block.
• Following that move, if the Finger Pulls Stock or the Collet Pulls Stock
strategy is selected, the turret moves to the X2Z2 and X3Z3 position.
• If the Tool Guides Stock strategy is selected, the turret moves to the X1Z1
and Z2 position.
• WHERE—moves turret to the selected position:
• DON’T MOVE—perform the tool change at current machine position.
• MOVE TO HOME—the turret should move to the home position for
the tool change.
• MOVE TO XZ—the turret should move to the defined X, Z position.
When MOVE TO XZ is selected, the Reference and X (Dia) or X (Rad)
fields are available for entering data.
• REFERENCE—determines whether the X and Z locations are relative to
Part Zero or Machine Zero. This field is active when MOVE TO XZ is
selected above.
• X (DIA) OR (RAD)—contains the X diameter or radius coordinate where
the turret should move. When the cursor is in this field, the STORE
MACHINE POSITION F7 softkey appears. Select this softkey to store the
current machine position into the field. This field is active when MOVE TO
XZ is selected above.
• Z—contains the Z coordinate where the turret should move. When the
cursor is in this field, the STORE MACHINE POSITION F7 softkey appears.
Select this softkey to store the current machine position into the field.
This field is active when MOVE TO XZ is selected above.

• AXIS ORDER—contains the selection for the order the axes will move.
This field is active when either MOVE TO HOME or MOVE TO XZ is selected
above.
• MOVE X THEN Z F1—from the current position before the Position
block, the turret moves the X axis first to the X position then the Z
axis to the Z position.
• MOVE Z THEN X F2—from the current position before the Position
block, the turret moves the Z axis first to the Z position then the X
axis to the X position.
• SIMULTANEOUS F3—from the current position before the Position
block, the turret moves both axes together to the X and Z positions.
When the cursor is in either the X (DIA) or (RAD) (diameter or radius) or Z

Tool Change Override field, the STORE MACHINE POSITION F7 softkey
appears. Select this softkey to store the current machine position into the
field.
Automatic Operation
To operate the Bar Feeder automatically, program a Machine Function data block within a

2. Select the Miscellaneous F4 softkey.
3. Select the M Code F3 softkey. These M Codes are available for programming:
• M20 Chuck Open for Bar Feeder Start. Enter the number of seconds to
• M21 Bar Feeder Finished Close Chuck. Enter the number of seconds to
• M22 Start Bar Feeder (Bar Load). Enter the number of seconds to dwell in
the Dwell field before moving to the next block.
• M23 Start Bar Feeder for Z Guided Feed. Enter the number of seconds to
If using NC programming, the M20, M21, M22, and M23 codes apply.

CHIP CONVEYOR
The optional chip conveyor runs horizontal to the machine base, near the floor. Chips are
flushed out of the turning center into the chip conveyor tank. When in Forward, the chip
conveyor moves the chips from the chip conveyor tank and dispenses them into a chip
cart or other receptacle on the right-hand side of the machine. The chip conveyor can
also be operated in Reverse to dislodge jams.
Do not run in Reverse for an extended period of time as chips may

collect on the left-hand side of chip conveyor tank and compact.
Chip Conveyor Operation

The chip conveyor can operate in Manual mode, automatically with M Codes, or in Auto
Mode. To program an M Code in a conversational programming data block, please refer to
WinMax Lathe Conversational Part Programming Machine Function—M Code, on page 2 -
198, or for NC programming, see WinMax Lathe NC Programming, Basic NC M Codes, on
page 3 - 1, or ISNC M Codes, on page 5 - 1.
Manual Mode
To operate the chip conveyor in Manual mode,

3. Select the CHIP CONVEYOR F1 softkey.
4. The softkey menu changes to display these Chip Conveyor functions:
• CHIP CONVEYOR FORWARD F1—sets the chip conveyor motion to
forward to expel chips.
• CHIP CONVEYOR REVERSE F2—sets the chip conveyor motion to
reverse. The chip conveyor runs in reverse for a preset period of time
(approximately 10 seconds) to help prevent pushing chips back into the
machine and damaging the motor. This time period is set at the factory.
• CHIP CONVEYOR STOP F3—stops the chip conveyor motion.
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The CONVEYOR field changes to reflect the current selection: FORWARD, REVERSE, or
STOPPED.
Figure 4–1. Manual screen with Chip Conveyor softkeys
Automatic Operation
To operate the Chip Conveyor automatically, program a Machine Function data block
within a conversational part program. From the New Block screen or Program Review
screen,

2. Select the Miscellaneous softkey.
3. Select the M Code F3 softkey. These M Codes are available for programming:
• M50 Chip Conveyor On. Enter the number of seconds to dwell in the Dwell
field before moving to the next block.
• M51 Chip Conveyor Off. Enter the number of seconds to dwell in the Dwell
field before moving to the next block.
When CE/ANSI interlocks are active, the conveyor stops running if
the enclosure doors are opened. The conveyor restarts when the
doors are shut after the flashing Start Cycle button is pressed.
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Auto Mode
To operate the chip conveyor in Auto mode,
1. Press the Auto console key to access the Auto screen.

2. Select the RUN PROGRAM F8 softkey. The Auto Run screen appears with the
Chip Conveyor softkeys. Refer to Manual Mode, on page 4 - 1 for their
definitions.
Figure 4–2. Auto Run screen with Chip Conveyor softkeys
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COLLET CHUCK
Three chuck types are available: standard external, standard internal, and optional collet.
This section describes accessing the optional collet chuck and operating the optional
Chuck Footswitch. The chuck is located inside the enclosure on the left side of each
turning center.
The chuck can operate in Manual mode or with M Codes. To program an M Code in a
conversational programming data block, please refer to WinMax Lathe Conversational
Part Programming, Machine Function—M Code, on page 2 - 198, WinMax Lathe NC
Programming, Basic NC M Codes, on page 3 - 1, or ISNC M Codes, on page 5 - 1.
Refer to the Maintenance and Safety Manual for Turning Centers and
the chuck’s operator’s manual for information about maintaining the
chuck.
Chuck Types
Select the type of chuck to use from the Manual screen, CHUCK OPERATIONS F5 softkey
menu.
• External Chuck—the external type chuck is for solid stock, manually loaded
into the chuck from inside the enclosure. The jaws are tightened inward to
secure the stock.
• Internal Chuck—the internal type chuck is for hollow stock, manually loaded
inside the enclosure. The stock is placed around the outside of the chuck and
the jaws are tightened outward to secure the stock.
• Collet Chuck Holder—the optional collet chuck holder holds the material
inside the collet. It is for solid stock, loaded through the chuck from the hole
in the outside of the enclosure.
External Closed Internal Closed Collet
Figure 5–1. External Closed, Internal Closed, and Collet chucks
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Optional Chuck Footswitch
A footswitch is available as an option for the Turning Centers. With each press of the
pedal, the chuck opens or closes. The chuck remains in this state until the pedal is
pressed again, or a Chuck Operation softkey is pressed to change the state.
The footswitch does not function while the spindle is running.
Jaws
Hurco offers two options for jaws: hard jaws and soft jaws. Hard jaws are typically used
for holding raw material with the pressure set very high. Soft jaws are for machining to fit
a part, typically for a second operation or a part that has been previously turned.
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DXF OPTION
The Data Exchange Format option (DXF option) lets you convert an AutoCAD™ DXF file
into a conversational data block. Add part and tool setup information to create a complete
conversational part program.
You must have the 3D graphics option installed for the DXF option to
function. Contact your Hurco Representative for more information.
These topics are discussed in this section:
DXF Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 2
Creating a New DXF Part Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 4
Build Data Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 11
Complete the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 25
Edit DXF Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 25
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DXF Overview
DXF files generated with AutoCAD™ Release 9 and later can be used with the DXF option.
2-D Arcs, Lines, Polylines, Points, and block inserts are also supported by the DXF option.
3-D Entities, Polyline Mesh or Ruled surfaces, Extended Data and

Text Entities cannot be converted by the DXF option.
The DXF option uses the standard features of WinMax Lathe. The following types of data
blocks can be created using the DXF option:
• Turning: Profile, Hole, Thread, Groove, and Cutoff.

• Axial Milling: Axial Lines and Arcs with Segments, Axial Circle, Axial Frame,
Axial Slot, and Axial Flats
• Axial Holes: Holes Locations
Enter data in the Tool Setup, Part Setup, and Program Parameters screens to create a
complete conversational part program.
• If you are programming a part in inches and the DXF file was
drawn in metric units, convert the metric units to inches using
the DXF Units are MM feature.
• Draw line segments in the middle of the tolerance values in
AutoCAD™ to improve data translation accuracy when the file is
loaded into WinMax Lathe.
• Group files into subdirectories as described in Getting Started
with WinMax Lathe, Use File Manager, on page 3 - 7.
• New data blocks added to a part program are inserted after the
current block.
• To view new data blocks created from DXF drawings, press the
Input console key and select the Part Programming F3 softkey.
• Press the Draw console key to view the part created.
• If the DXF drawing was scaled, use the scaling feature in the DXF
Parameters screen to revise the dimension to a 1:1 ratio.
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The DXF screen softkeys provide access to all of the DXF features.
Figure 6–1. DXF Screen
• PARAMETERS F1—accesses Center Line, Part Zero, and Axial Coordinate

System settings.
• BUILD DB F2—accesses the automatic data block building features described
in Build Data Blocks, on page 6 - 11.
• ZOOM WINDOW F3—allows you to enlarge an area in the drawing, or zoom
out to see a full view. To identify the zoom area, select a corner, select the
opposite corner, and press the Enter console key. These softkey selections
also appear:
• ZOOM OUT F1—pull back incrementally from the drawing without re-
centering the part in the drawing.
• FIT TO VIEW F2—gives a full scale of the drawing, auto-centering the
part in the drawing.
• PAN F3—relocates the center of the drawing on the screen. Select the
desired place for the drawing center and press the Enter console key. Turn
off the Pan view by selecting the Enter console key, the Fit to View, or
Zoom Out softkeys.
• EDIT DRAWING F4—allows you to Extend, Join, Modify, Split, Delete, or
Trim line segments for a part program, and it allows you to Explode PCurves.
Refer to Edit DXF Drawing, on page 6 - 25.

• LAYERS F5—allows you to select and display any or all of the layers in the
DXF drawing. All layers are turned on when a DXF file is first loaded into
WinMax Lathe. The LAYERS F5 softkey provides a preview pane and accesses
this softkey menu:
• SELECT LAYER F1—toggles the selected layer on and off.
• ALL ON F2—turns on all of the layers.
• ALL OFF F3—turns off all of the layers.
• EXIT F8—returns to the DXF screen.
To see only the part geometry, turn off all layers except the drawing
(Part) layer.
• SAVE DXF F6—displays the Program Review screen, allowing you to save the
DXF file.
• PART PROGRAMMING F7—accesses part programming and the data blocks
for the current program.
• QUIT CAD F8—ends the DXF session and exits the DXF file.
Creating a New DXF Part Program

The following steps are required to create a conversational part program from a DXF file:
Step 1: Create a conversational part program to receive the DXF file.
See Getting Started with WinMax Lathe, Project Manager, on page 3 - 1 for
more information.
You must create a conversational part program before loading the

DXF file. If a part program is not created first, the DXF file will not be
saved as a part program.
Step 2: Load a DXF file into WinMax Lathe. Refer to Load DXF File, on page 6 - 5.
Step 3: Set the Parameters. Refer to Parameters, on page 6 - 5.
Step 4: Build Data Blocks. Refer to Build Data Blocks, on page 6 - 11.
Step 5: Complete the Program. Refer to Complete the Program, on page 6 - 25.
Step 6: Edit DXF Drawing. Refer to Edit DXF Drawing, on page 6 - 25.

Load DXF File
Load the DXF file from a diskette, a USB device, or a network drive onto one of the hard
drive directories on the control.
If the DXF file is large, copy the file onto the hard drive and then
open it in WinMax Lathe.
1. To access a DXF file, press the Menu console key, then select the DXF Editor
softkey. The Program Review screen displays.
2. Locate and select the DXF file in the Program Review screen.
3. Select the Load Selected File(s) F1 softkey. The DXF file is loaded into WinMax
Lathe and the DXF drawing appears on the screen.
Parameters
After the DXF file has been loaded into WinMax Lathe, the program parameters must be
set before building data blocks from the DXF drawing.
1. Select the PARAMETERS F1 softkey to access the DXF Parameters screen with
Center Line, Part Zero, and Axial Coordinate System softkeys.
Figure 6–2. DXF Parameters screen

The fields on the left side of the DXF Parameters screen are defined as follows:
• End Point Tolerance—determines when the end points of segments are

close enough to be considered equal. Setting this parameter to a number
within the cutting tolerance links the contour segments. If the parameter
exceeds the cutting tolerance, you must modify the drawing to complete
contour segment linking. The default value is 0.0001 inches. The parameter
range is 0 inches to 1000.0000 inches.
• Hole Diameter—determines the default diameter for a hole.
• Drawing scale—indicates the scaling ratio for the drawing to the part.
• DXF Units are MM—converts selected line segment to inches to match part
program units. To convert the metric values of the DXF file to inches, clear
the field.
• Display Geometry—if selected, converted lines are displayed in a different
color and line style. The default value is selected (On).
• Autochain contours—line segments are automatically chained to create
contours when a DXF file is loaded into WinMax Lathe. If this selection is
cleared (Off), you can individually select line segments to create a contour,
which is useful for creating open-ended contours for 3-D part programming.
The default value is selected (On). Autochain paths are highlighted with
dashed lines.
• Select Holes by Diameter—selects holes with the diameter specified in the
Hole Diameter field (defined above) when the WINDOW SELECT softkey is
used. This selection allows you to order the hole selection by size, which
optimizes tool changes.
The DXF Parameters menu also includes these softkey choices:
• SELECT VALUE F3—

• TOGGLE COORDINATE SYSTEM F4—flips the drawing in the Preview Pane.
• ROTATE DRAWING F5—rotates the drawing 45 degrees.
out to see a full view.

Center Line Selection
Select the Center Line F1 softkey. These softkey choices appear for selecting the Center
Line:
• LINE F1—select a line in the drawing for the centerline. The selection can
be changed by selecting a different point. Select the ACCEPT F1 softkey. A
dotted red line appears, identifying the programmed centerline. The
softkey menu returns to the DXF Parameters menu.
Figure 6–3. Examples of Centerline selections using the Line F1 softkey
• POINT - POINT F2—accesses selections that function like Object Snaps

(Osnaps) in AutoCAD for choosing two points in the drawing to determine
the centerline. Select one of the following softkeys followed by the Accept
F1 softkey for the first selection. Repeat for the second selection.
• INTERSECTION F1—snaps to the intersection where any two drawing
objects cross each other.
• MIDDLE POINT F2—snaps to the mid points of lines, arcs, and
polyine segments.
• END POINT F3—snaps to the end points of lines, arcs, and polyline
vertices.
A dotted red line appears, identifying the programmed centerline. System

coordinates are also displayed in green at the bottom of the drawing. The
Figure 6–4. Example of Centerline selection using the Point - Point F2 softkey menu

• POINT - ANGLE F3—accesses selections that function like Object Snaps
(Osnaps) in AutoCAD for choosing one point and an angle in the drawing
to determine the centerline.
• INTERSECTION F1—snaps to the intersection where any two
drawing objects cross each other.
• MIDDLE POINT F2—snaps to the mid points of lines, arcs, and
polyine segments.
• END POINT F3—snaps to the end points of lines, arcs, and polyline
vertices.
A dotted red line appears to identify the current centerline. System

coordinates are also displayed in green at the bottom of the drawing.
Softkeys appear for selecting the degree of the angle to determine the
centerline: 0 DEGREES F2, 45 DEGREES F3, 90 DEGREES F4, 135
DEGREES F5, and 180 DEGREES F6.
Select the appropriate degree softkey followed by the ACCEPT F1 softkey.

A dotted red line appears, identifying the programmed centerline. System
coordinates are also displayed in green at the bottom of the drawing. The
Figure 6–5. Example of Centerline selection using the Point - Angle F3 softkey menu

Part Zero Selection
1. From the DXF Parameters menu, select the PART ZERO F2 softkey.
2. Select the Part Zero location on the drawing followed by the ACCEPT F1
softkey. A green circle with a crosshair cursor appears at the selected location.
The softkey menu returns to the DXF Parameters menu.
Figure 6–6. Example of Part Zero selection
Axial Coordinate System

• SET AXIAL COORDINATE SYSTEM F7—accesses the SET AXIAL PROGRAM
ZERO F1 and ROTATE COORDINATE SYSTEM F2 softkeys for setting axial
coordinates.
• SET AXIAL PROGRAM ZERO F1—identifies Axial Part Zero. Select this
softkey then select the method to select axial part zero using one of the
following softkey choices:
• INTERSECTION F1—identifies the intersection point of two lines.
• CENTER F2—identifies an arc on the drawing.
• MIDDLE POINT F3—identifies a line on the drawing.
After identifying Axial Part Zero, select the ACCEPT F1 softkey. A pink
circle represents the location on the Parameters screen.
• ROTATE COORDINATE SYSTEM F2—rotates the Axial Part Zero to the

opposite side of the line.
Figure 6–7. Example of Axial Part Zero

Following is a sample DXF screen with the Centerline and Part Zero programmed:
Figure 6–8. DXF Screen with Centerline and Part Zero programmed

Build Data Blocks
The Build Data Blocks feature allows you to select locations on the DXF drawing and
automatically create data blocks and elements or segments.
Review and revise DXF parameters before building data blocks.
Select the BUILD DB F2 softkey from the DXF screen.
The Centerline and Part Zero must be defined in the DXF Parameters
screen before building data blocks.
Turning Data Blocks

The following types of Turning data blocks are available to build using a DXF file:
Profile
Select the TURNING F1 softkey from the Build DB menu followed by the PROFILE F1
softkey to build a Profile data block, complete with Elements.
These softkey choices are available for Profiles:
• ACCEPT F1—accepts the selection and loads the information for it into a data
block.
• UNDO LAST F2—clears the previous selection and does not load the
information for it into a data block.
• ENABLE AUTO CHAINING F3—forms contours by connecting individual line
and arc segments together. Toggles with Disable Auto Chaining F4.
• DISABLE AUTO CHAINING F4—does not connect individual line and ar
segments together to form contours. Toggles with Enable Auto Chaining F3.
• PICK RAPID POINT F5—identifies the selected location as the point where
rapid traverse begins at the beginning of the cycle and ends when the cycle is
complete.
also appear:
Zoom Out softkeys.
• EXIT F8—returns to the Build DB screen.

To build a Profile data block:
1. Enter the Centerline and Part Zero information for the part program using the
DXF drawing.
a. Select the Parameters F1 softkey.
b. Define the Centerline and Part Zero.
2. Select the PICK RAPID POINT F5 softkey to define the XZ Rapid Position.
3. Select the first element of the contour, either a face or turn.
4. Continue selecting Turn and Face elements to define the entire Profile.
5. Select the ACCEPT F1 softkey to create the data block.
After building a Profile data block from the DXF drawing, it may be
necessary to define a Turn element as the first element of the Profile
and a Face element as the last element of the Profile to complete the
required Profile geometry.

Hole
Select the TURNING F1 softkey from the Build DB menu followed by the HOLE F2
softkey to build an Axial Hole data block by making selections on the DXF drawing. These
softkey choices are available for Holes:
block.
• EXTEND INTERSECTION F2—moves the end of the intersection to the
selected location within the stock.
• EXTEND DYNAMICALLY F3—moves the end of the intersection to the
selected location dynamically, beyond the boundaries of the stock.
also appear:
Zoom Out softkeys.
To build an Axial Hole data block:
DXF drawing.
2. Select a line that defines the wall of the hole.
3. Use either the EXTEND INTERSECTION F2 or EXTEND DYNAMICALLY F3
softkey to define the Z End and Z Start of the hole.

Thread
Select the TURNING F1 softkey from the Build DB menu followed by the THREAD F3
softkey to build a Thread data block, complete with choices for types of threading, by
making selections on the DXF drawing. These softkey choices are available for Threading:
• OD STRAIGHT F1—loads information for a Threading data block with an

outside diameter straight thread.
• ACCEPT F1—accepts the selection and loads the information for it into a
data block.
• ZOOM WINDOW F6—allows you to enlarge an area in the drawing, or
zoom out to see a full view. To identify the zoom area, select a corner,
select the opposite corner, and press the Enter console key. These softkey
selections also appear:
• FIT TO VIEW F2—gives a full scale of the drawing, auto-centering
the part in the drawing.
desired place for the drawing center and press the Enter console key.
Turn off the Pan view by selecting the Enter console key, the Fit to
View, or Zoom Out softkeys.
• OD TAPER F2—loads information for a Threading data block with an outside
diameter taper thread.
data block.

• ID STRAIGHT F3—loads information for a Threading data block with an
inside diameter straight thread.
data block.
• ID TAPER F4—loads information for a Threading data block with an inside
diameter taper thread.
data block.

• FACE F5—loads information for a Threading data block with a face thread.
data block.
To build a Threading data block:
DXF drawing.
2. Select the type of Threading cycle from the menu.
3. Select the geometry that defines the thread location.
4. Use either the EXTEND INTERSECTION F2 or EXTEND DYNAMICALLY F3
softkey to define the Z End and Z Start of the thread.

Groove
Select the TURNING F1 softkey from the Build DB menu followed by the GROOVE F4
softkey to build a Groove data block by making selections on the DXF drawing. These
softkey choices are available for Grooves:
block.
• SKIP CORNER F3—loads information for corners inside the groove into a
data block without selecting them in the DXF file.
also appear:
Zoom Out softkeys.
To build a Groove data block:
DXF drawing.
2. Select the line that defines the OD or ID X Location of the Groove.
3. Select the line that defines the right wall of the Groove.
4. Select the line that defines the bottom of the Groove.
The location of the bottom segment relative to the first segment
determines if this is an OD or ID Groove.
5. Select the line that defines the left wall of the Groove.
6. Either select the ACCEPT F1 softkey to create a Groove with square corners or
continue to define the Groove.
7. To continue to define the Groove, select the feature, either a Chamfer or
Radius, to define the upper right corner.
You may select the SKIP CORNER F3 softkey to skip any corner and
define the subsequent corner.
8. Select all applicable features to define each corner and select the ACCEPT F1
softkey to create the data block.

Cutoff
Select the TURNING F1 softkey from the Build DB menu followed by the CUTOFF F5
softkey to build a Cutoff data block by making selections on the DXF drawing. These
softkey choices are available for Cutoff:
block.
• EXTEND FREEHAND F3—moves the end of the intersection to the selected
location dynamically, beyond the boundaries of the stock.
also appear:
Zoom Out softkeys.
To build a Cutoff data block:
DXF drawing.
2. Select a segment to define the Cutoff wall.
3. Use either the EXTEND INTERSECTION F2 or EXTEND FREEHAND F3 softkey to
define the X End and X Start point of the Cutoff data block.
4. Select the ACCEPT F1 softkey to create the Cutoff data block.

Axial Milling Data Blocks
The following types of Axial Milling data blocks are available to build using a DXF file:
Axial Lines and Arcs

Select the AXIAL MILLING F2 softkey from the Build DB menu followed by the AXIAL
LINES AND ARCS F1 softkey to build an Axial Lines and Arcs data block, complete with
Segments, by making selections on the DXF drawing. These softkey choices are available
for Axial Lines and Arcs:
block.
• ENABLE AUTO CHAINING F3—forms contours by connecting individual line
and arc segments together. Toggles with Disable Auto Chaining F4.
• DISABLE AUTO CHAINING F4—does not connect individual line and arc
segments together to form contours. Toggles with Enable Auto Chaining F3.
also appear:
Zoom Out softkeys.
To build an Axial Lines and Arcs data block:
1. Enter the Part Zero information for the part program using the DXF drawing.
b. Select the Set Axial Coordinate System F1 softkey.
c. Select the Set Axial Program Zero F1 softkey.
d. Select either Intersection F1, Center F2, or Middle Point F3 as the method
of selecting Axial Part Zero.
e. Select the Accept F1 softkey.
2. Select the Build DB F2 softkey.
3. Select the Axial Milling F2 softkey.
4. Select the Axial Lines and Arcs F1 softkey.
5. Select the start of the contour on the DXF drawing.
6. Select segments to chain the contour on the DXF drawing.
7. Select the Accept F1 softkey to create the Axial Lines and Arcs contour data
block with Segments.

Axial Circle
CIRCLE F2 softkey to build an Axial Circle data block by making selections on the DXF
drawing. Establish the center point of the circle by selecting from these softkeys:
• INTERSECTION F1
• CENTER F2
• MIDDLE POINT F3
To build an Axial Circle data block:
DXF drawing.
b. Select the Set Axial Program Zero F1 softkey.
c. Select either Intersection F1, Center F2, or Middle Point F3 as the method
d. Select the Accept F1 softkey.
4. Select the Axial Circle F2 softkey.
5. Establish the center point of the circle by selecting from these softkeys and
making selections on the drawing:
• INTERSECTION F1
• CENTER F2
• MIDDLE POINT F3
6. Select the Accept F1 softkey to create the Axial Circle data block.

Axial Frame
FRAME F3 softkey to build an Axial Frame data block by making selections on the DXF
drawing. These softkey choices are available for Axial Frame:
block.
• ZOOM WINDOW F2——allows you to enlarge an area in the drawing, or
zoom out to see a full view. To identify the zoom area, select a corner, select
the opposite corner, and press the Enter console key. These softkey selections
also appear:
Zoom Out softkeys.
• EDIT DRAWING F3—refer to Edit DXF Drawing, on page 6 - 25.
• REVERSE F4—reverses the contour direction.
• AUTOCHAIN F5—defines contours by autochaining individual segments
together. Autochain paths are highlighted with dashed lines.
• DEFAULT RADIUS F6—inserts the value of the default radius set in the
Frame screen’s Corner Radius field.
• EXIT/CANCEL F8—returns to the Build DB screen.
To build an Axial Frame data block:
DXF drawing.
4. Select the Axial Frame F3 softkey.
5. Select the geometry on the drawing for the Frame.
6. Select the Accept F1 softkey to create the Axial Frame data block.

Axial Slot
SLOT F4 softkey to build an Axial Slot data block by making selections on the DXF
drawing. These softkey choices are available for Axial Slot:
block.
• ZOOM WINDOW F6——allows you to enlarge an area in the drawing, or
zoom out to see a full view. To identify the zoom area, select a corner, select
the opposite corner, and press the Enter console key. These softkey
Zoom Out softkeys.
To build an Axial Slot data block:
4. Select the Axial Slot F4 softkey.
5. Select the end point of a slot edge of the slot on the DXF drawing. An X
appears to mark the location.
6. Select the Accept F1 softkey.
7. Select the other end point of the slot edge on the DXF drawing. An X appears
to mark the location.
8. Select the Accept F1 softkey. A dotted line appears indicating the location of
the first side of the slot.
9. Select the opposite edge of the slot, parallel to the first side of the slot. A
dotted line appears showing the side of the slot.
10. Select the Accept F1 softkey. Softkeys appear for identifying the Start Cap
type.
11. Select Line F4, Included Arc F5, or Appended Arc F6 for the type of Start Cap.

12. Select the Accept F1 softkey. A dotted line appears showing the Start Cap.
Softkeys appear for identifying the End Cap type.
13. Select Line F4, Included Arc F5, or Appended Arc F6 for the type of End Cap.
14. Select the Accept F1 softkey. A dotted line appears showing the End Cap.
15. Select the Accept F1 softkey to create the Axial Slot data block.
Axial Flats
FLATS F5 softkey to build an Axial Flats data block by making selections on the DXF
drawing. These softkey choices are available for Axial Flats:
block.
also appear:
Zoom Out softkeys.
To build an Axial Flats data block:
4. Select the Axial Flats F5 softkey.
5. Select the start point of a flats geometry on the DXF drawing. An X appears to
mark the location.
6. Select the Accept F1 softkey. A dotted line appears in the shape of a square
with the default of four sides.
7. Select the Increase Number of Sides F2 or Reduce Number of Sides F3 softkey
to increase or reduce the number of flats.

8. Select the Accept F1 softkey. A dotted line appears showing the Flats.
9. Select the Accept F1 softkey to create the Axial Flats data block.
Axial Holes Data Blocks

The following types of Axial Holes data blocks are available to build using a DXF file:
Holes Locations
HOLES F3 softkey to build an Axial Holes data block, complete with Holes Locations, by
making selections on the DXF drawing. These softkey choices are available for Holes
Locations:
• HOLES LCOATIONS F1—builds Holes Locations blocks from selected points

on the drawing.
block.
• CLEAR LAST SELECTED F2—
• CLEAR ALL F3—
• WINDOW SELECT F4—selects a group of holes on the drawing.
also appear:
Zoom Out softkeys.
To build an Axial Holes data block:
DXF drawing.
3. Select the Axial Holes F3 softkey.

4. Select locations on the drawing for each hole location.
5. Select the Accept F1 softkey to create the Axial Holes Locations data block.
Complete the Program

Before you can run a part program created from a DXF drawing file, the Tool Setup, Part
Setup, and Program Parameter data must be defined. Refer to Getting Started with
WinMax Lathe, Part Setup—Work Offsets, on page 4 - 11, Tool Setup—Geometry Offsets,
on page 4 - 17, and Program Parameters, on page 4 - 82 for more information.
You may display and enter tool, part, and parameter information while the data blocks
are being created from the DXF file, or after all the DXF information has been loaded into
data blocks.
When you save the part program any changes made to the DXF
drawing will not be saved.
You must examine the tool path for the part program and use the
graphics to draw the part before attempting to run a program
created from a DXF file. For example, on roughing data blocks the
first and last moves onto and off of the part will need to be added to
the data block.
Edit DXF Drawing

To edit a DXF drawing, from the DXF screen select the EDIT DRAWING F4 softkey. For
dual-screen consoles, this softkey is located on the right-hand Graphics screen. You can
extend, join, modify, split, delete, trim, and explode a line segment using the Edit
Drawing function. These softkeys appear:
Figure 6–9. DXF Edit Drawing screen

The Edit Drawing softkeys are described below. Some examples follow.
• EXTEND F1—locate the intersection of two lines and extend one or both of
the lines to the intersection point.
• JOIN F2—move a selected line endpoint to the endpoint of a line or arc
segment.
• MODIFY F3—view or modify the geometry of up to three line segments.
• SPLIT F4—divide segments for selection, de-selection, chaining, and 3-D
operations. Line segments may split at a midpoint or any point of intersection
with another segment.
• MORE  F6—accesses a second softkey menu or returns to the first softkey
menu.
• DELETE F1—deletes a selected segment.
• TRIM F2—trims a selected segment.
• EXPLODE PCURVE F3—shows an exploded view of a selected PolyCurve.
• EXIT F8—exit the Edit Drawing screen without saving edits.

Extend
To extend lines:
1. Select the EDIT DRAWING F4 softkey.

2. Select the EXTEND F1 softkey.
3. Select the two lines that need to be extended. Both lines are highlighted when
selected and extended to their points of intersection.
4. Select the ACCEPT F2 softkey to accept the line extension or the EXIT/CANCEL
F8 softkey to cancel.
Following are three examples of the extend function:
A Original drawing
B Edited drawing
1 Extended line
2 Both lines extended
3 Start of arc
4 Selected intersection point
5 Extended arc
Figure 6–10. Extended Lines and an Extended Arc

Join
To join line segments:

2. Select the JOIN F2 softkey. The Join option moves a selected line endpoint to
the endpoint of a line or arc segment. Always select as the first endpoint the
point that will be joined to the other endpoint.
The endpoint opposite the first selected line segment remains stationary and
becomes a pivoting point, as shown in the examples below.
The first endpoint cannot be an arc endpoint.
3. Select the ACCEPT F2 softkey to accept the join, or the EXIT/CANCEL F8

softkey to cancel.
A Original drawing
B Edited drawing
1 Stationary endpoint
2 Selected segment endpoint
3 Joining endpoint
4 Newly joined segment
Figure 6–11. Joined Lines and Arcs

Modify
To modify line segments:

2. Select the MODIFY F3 softkey.
• If you select an arc, the DXF Edit Modify - ARC screen appears with these
fields and a preview pane:
• Start Angle—defines the starting point of the angle.
• Sweep Angle—defines the total number of degrees in the arc to be
cut. This number can be greater than 350.
• Direction—identifies the direction of the arc from the start point.
• Center Z—identifies the Z coordinate for the center point of the arc.
• Center X—identifies the X coordinate for the center point of the arc.
• If you select a line, the DXF Edit Modify - LINE screen appears with these
fields and a preview pane:
• Endpoint1 Z—defines the first endpoint for the Z coordinate.
• Endpoint1 X—defines the first endpoint for the X coordinate.
• Endpoint2 Z—defines the second endpoint for the Z coordinate.
• Endpoint2 X—defines the second endpoint for the X coordinate.
• Length—identifies the line length.
• ZX Angle—identifies the angle of the ZX coordinate.
3. Select the ACCEPT F2 softkey to accept the modifications, or the EXIT/CANCEL
Split
To split a line segment:

2. Select the SPLIT F4 softkey.
3. Select the line segment.
4. Select the point where the segment will be divided. When a segment is
selected for splitting, the midpoint and all intersection points with the other
segments are indicated with crosshair markers.
5. Select the ACCEPT F2 softkey to accept the split, or the EXIT/CANCEL F8
softkey to cancel.

Delete
To delete a line segment:

2. Select the MORE F6 softkey.
3. Select the DELETE F1 softkey.
4. Select the line segment to be deleted.
5. Select the ACCEPT F2 softkey to accept the line deletion or the EXIT/CANCEL
Trim
To trim a line segment:

3. Select the TRIM F2 softkey.
4. Select the section of the segment to retain
5. Select one of the intersection points where the segment will be trimmed.
6. Select the ACCEPT F2 softkey to accept the trim or the EXIT/CANCEL F8
softkey to cancel.
Explode PCurve
To show an exploded view of a PolyCurve:

3. Select the EXPLODE PCURVE F3 softkey.
4. Select the PolyCurve.
5. Select the ACCEPT F2 softkey to accept the explode or the EXIT/CANCEL F8
softkey to cancel.

NC PRODUCTIVITY PACKAGE OPTION
The NC Productivity Package (NCPP) option provides features that enhance productivity
and aid in producing smaller, more powerful, and easier to maintain NC programs. NCPP
features include variables, subprogram calls, macros, mathematical equations and
address expressions.
NC files that are larger than dynamic RAM memory can be serially
loaded to the hard disk. The CNC can run NC files that do not entirely
fit into dynamic RAM memory.
Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 2
Program Control Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 12
Subprograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 17
Modal Subprograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 26
NCPP Variable Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 28
WinMax Lathe Options v546OP NC Productivity Package Option 7-1

Macro Modes
The CNC software provides compatibility between different NC dialects from various
machine tool control manufacturers. The software calls NC macros to be compatible with
existing NC macros.
Functions Subprogram Variables
Local Variables #1-33
Indirect Variable Referencing #[#100]
Pass Subprogram Parameters #1-#33
G Code Status
Table 7–1. Subprogram Variables
Variables
Variables are used to create programs that can be easily modified. Programs with
variables can be reused for various applications. All variables must begin with the “#”
character followed by a valid, “writeable” register number and an equal sign.
The example that follows sets the variable value (#500) to 110:
# 500 = 110.
There are four types of variables that can be used in NC programming: global, system,
local, and arguments. Some variables are read only and an error is generated when an
attempt is made to write to the variable.
Global Variables
Global variables are general purpose variables that can be used by all programs. Assign a
value to the global variable before it is used in an equation or expression, or the variable
will be considered vacant. An error message is generated when the system attempts to
read a vacant variable.
If the value of a global variable is changed in a program, all other programs can reference
that variable with the new value.
Global variables range between #100 to #199 and #500 to #999.
System Variables
System variables are predefined variables that provide information about the state of the
system such as X, Y, Z, external work compensation, miscellaneous system parameters,
modal information, position information, and G code group status.
7 - 2 NC Productivity Package Option v546OP WinMax Lathe Options

Read/Write Restrictions
Read only variables are fixed values. You can change write only variables. Some variables
within NCPP are read only (R), some are write only (W), and others are read/write (R/W).
Most variables can be used to store either real variables or 32 bit binary values, and the
software performs the appropriate conversions when the variables are used within
equations. The types of variables are identified as follows: Argument (A), Global (G),
Local (L), and System (S).
This table lists the NCPP variable types and read/write restrictions.
Variable Number Type Restriction Variable Number Type Restriction
#1 to #33 L R/W #4120 S R
#100 to #199 G R/W #4201 to #4221 S R
#3000 S R/W #4222 S R
#4001 to #4021 S R #4302 S R
#4022 S R #4307 S R
#4102 S R #4309 S R
#4107 S R #4311 S R
#4109 S R #4313 S R
#4111 S R #4314 S R
#4113 S R #4315 S R
#4114 S R #4319 S R
#4115 S R #4320 S R
#4119 S R
Table 7–1. NCPP Variable Types and Read Write Restrictions

Addresses with Variables
NC blocks contain addresses with specific numbers. Variables can be used in place of
numbers for addresses in the NC blocks, making the program generic. The example
below uses variables in the block’s address instead of the numbers they represent:
Number Variable
0.00 #110
-10.00 #115
1.00 #120
0.25 #121
12.00 #122
Address with Variables

G#110 X[#122+.3] Y-[#115/5.] Z[#120 + #121]
Address with Numbers

The same address would be written as follows if numbers were used instead of variables:
G0.00 X[12.00 + 0.3] Y-[10.00/5] Z[1.00 + 0.25]
–Or–
G0.00 X12.3 Y2 Z1.25
Alarm 3000 Messages

Variable #3000 writes an Alarm 3000 error message to the screen. The following is an
example of this type of error message:
#3000 = 140 (ARGUMENT MISSING)
The right-hand side of the equation must begin with a number in the range of 0 to 200
followed by a left parenthesis, a string which is limited to 26 characters, and a right
parenthesis. This number is added to 500 and stored to variable #3000. The message
“ARGUMENT MISSING” is displayed on the screen.

Vacant Variables
A variable is considered vacant if a local or global variable has not been assigned a value
before it is used in an equation or expression. An error message occurs with vacant
variables.
A variable can be tested to determine if it is vacant by comparing it with the null variable
#0. The variable #0 is called the “null variable” because it cannot be used to store a value
and is only used to perform vacant variable tests.
For example, the following IF conditional statement is true if variable #510 is vacant and
false if the variable is not vacant. (Refer to the “IF Statements” section of this chapter for
information about IF statements.)
IF[#510 EQ #0] GOTO 100
The function NE (not equal) can also be used with vacant variables.
It is best to avoid using vacant variables in equations. However, when it is necessary to

use them to maintain compatibility with existing programs, vacant variables can be used
in some circumstances without receiving an error message.
If a variable contains a value of 0.0000 or any number, it is not

vacant.

The following table shows what happens when vacant variables are used in equations
versus setting variables to zero. This table shows the difference between using vacant
variables and setting variables to 0 in equations:
Comparison of Vacant Variables and Setting Variables to Zero (0)
Null/Vacant Variable
Function Examples Variable Set to 0
(#10 = <vacant>) (#10 = 0)
Assignment #20 = #10 Error Message #20 = 0
Multiplication #20 = #10 * 3 #20 = 0 #20 = 0
#20 = #10 * #10 Error Message #20 = 0
#20 = #10 * #0 Error Message Error Message
#20 = #0 * 3 Error Message -
#20 = #0 * #0 Error Message -
Addition #20 = #10 + 3 #20 = 0 #20 = 0
#20 = #10 + #10 Error Message #20 = 0
#20 = #10 + #0 Error Message Error Message
#20 = #0 + 3 Error Message -
#20 = #0 + #0 Error Message -
EQ (equal) #10 EQ #0 True False
#10 EQ 0 Error Message True
NE (not equal) #10 NE #0 False True
#10 NE 0 Error Message False
GE (greater than or #10 GE #0 True False

equal to)
#10 GE 0 Error Message True
GT (greater than) #10 GT #0 Error Message Error Message
#10 GT 0 Error Message False
Other Functions - Error Message Depends on Function
Table 7–2. Comparison of Vacant Variables and Setting Variables to Zero (0)

Variable Expressions
Instead of using a number after an NC parameter, a variable expression (or math
expression) can be used.
• The “[”and the “]” characters serve as delimiters in the expressions.

• A negative sign entered before the left bracket ([) indicates that the
expression is negative (i.e. X-[[#110+3.4] + 4.5]).
Expression Symbols and Keywords

Various keywords and symbols can be used in the expressions. At least two letters of the
keyword are required: RO, ROU, ROUN, and ROUND perform the same function. The
software checks spelling. RUON is not a valid abbreviation for ROUND, but ROUN is
acceptable.
Symbol Description Example
+ Addition #500 = #600 + 2.3
- Subtraction #500 = #600 - 2.3
/ Division #500 = #600 / 2.3
* Multiplication #500 = #600 * 2.3
Power #500 = 4.5 ^ 2

^
(i.e. 2^2, 2 to the 2nd power, or 4) #500 will be set to 20.25.
Table 7–3. NC Expression Symbols

The keywords are described and examples are provided in the following table:
Operation
Description Example
Keyword
ABS Absolute Value #500 = ABS [-#550]
ACOS Arc or Inverse Cosine function #500 = ACOS [#540]
AND Logical AND #500 = #600 AND 48
ASIN Arc or Inverse Sine function #500 = ASIN [#540]
ATAN Arc Tangent (degrees) #500 = ATAN [.34]
BCD Convert Binary to BCD Format #500 = BCD [#600]
BIN Convert BCD to Binary Format #500 = BIN [#600]
COS Cosine (degrees) #500 = COS [45.3]
DEGREES Converts radians to degrees #500 = DEGREES [5.437]
#500 will be set to 311.52
degrees.
EQ Equal #500 = #510 EQ 3.4
#500 will be set to 0 if
false; 1 if true.
EXP Exponential function #500 = EXP [3.67]
#500 will be set to 39.252.
FIX Discards fractions less than 1 #500 = FIX [45.2375]
#500 will be set to 45
FUP Adds 1 for fractions less than 1 #500 = FUP [45.2375]
#500 will be set to 46
GE Greater Than Or Equal To #500 = #510 GE 3.4
false; 1 if true.
GT Greater Than #500 = #510 GT 3.4
false; 1 if true.
HSIN Hyperbolic Sine function #500 = HSIN[#540]
HCOS Hyperbolic Cosine function #500 = HCOS [#540]
INVERSE Binary Inverse function #500 = [7 AND [INV[3]]]
LE Less Than or Equal To #500 = #510 LE 3.4
false; 1 if true.
LN Natural Logarithmic function #500 = LN [24.89]
LOG Logarithmic function #500 = LOG [345.89]
LT Less Than #500 = #510 LT 3.4
false; 1 if true.
MOD Modulus operator #500 = 19 MOD 6.7
Will return a value of 5.6
NE Not Equal #500 = #510 NE 3.4
false; 1 if true.

Operation
Description Example
Keyword
OR Logical OR #500 = 41 OR 4
RADIANS Converts degrees to radians #500 = RADIANS [270.34]
#500 will be set to 4.718
radians.
ROUND Rounds off #500 = ROUND [34.56
result is 35]
SIN Sine (degrees) #500 = SIN [#610]
SQRT Square Root #500 = SQRT [#540]
TAN Tangent (degrees) #500 = TAN [32.4]
XOR Logical Exclusive OR #500 = #560 XOR 34
Table 7–4. NC Expression Keywords
The software automatically converts real numbers to hexadecimal format before

performing logical operations. The Operation Keyword “AND” does not function on real
numbers. As shown below, the #500 value is truncated to 32 and the #550 value is
truncated to 48. When the “AND” function is performed, the truncated numbers are
stored in variable #560.
• #500 = 32.456
• #550 = 48.98
• #560 = [#500 AND #550]
These examples are valid variable expressions:
• G01 X#140 Y [#500 + 2.] Z[#550 * [SIN [#130 + 23.5 ]]]

• G02 Z [2.3 / [SIN 43]] Y[2 ^ 3] G20 M25
• X [ROUN[3.45 * COS[#520]]]
• R [SQRT[[#510 ^ 2] + [#511 ^ 2]]]
• G01 X-#510 Y-[#520 + 4.5] Z4
Operation Priorities
The interpreter gives operations within the expression a certain priority in order to
determine how the expression is evaluated. This is a listing of the priorities:
Priority Operation
Highest Functions
Second Symbols Power (^)
Third Multiplication (*) Division (/)
Lowest Addition (+) Subtraction (-)
Table 7–5. Numerical Operations Priorities
Even though the interpreter assumes this priority, in order to make the NC program more
understandable and more maintainable, use brackets to divide the expressions. For
example, G01 X[34.5+23.4 / 32] should be rewritten as G01 X[34.5 + [23.4/32]]. Using
spacing within an expression can also make the expression more readable. Decimal
points and leading or trailing zeros are not required with the numbers.

Indirect Variables
Variables can be referenced indirectly by using multiple levels of pound signs (#) and
brackets ([ and ]).
#100 = 600 ⇐ #100 is equal to 600.
#600 = 4.5 ⇐ #600 is equal to 4.5.
#[#100] = 4.5 ⇐ #[#100] is equal to #600; #600 equals 4.5.
Saving Variable Values To a File on the Control

When running the program on the CNC, if an error occurs during the program run, the
variable values are not saved. The variable values are saved if the program runs
successfully.

Variable Example
This program illustrates the use of #0 in an IF statement to determine if an argument is
passed to subprogram 3100. There are two IF statements in sequence numbers 100 and
200 in the subprogram which test to verify that the calling program (0100) had passed
parameters I and J which correspond to #4 and #7 in subprogram 3100, respectively. If
either variable #4 or #7 is vacant, an Alarm 3000 error message is written to the screen.
(Refer to the “Program Control Statements” section for more information about IF
statements.) View the part using the Draw console key to verify that the part is
programmed correctly.
ISNC Part Program 1 Inch

TRU_CRC.FNC
%
O0100 ⇐ Calling Program⎯0100⎯Start
T0101
S1500 M03
G00 G90 X5.0 Y5.0
G43 Z.1 H01
M08
G01 Z-.5 F5.0
G65 P3100 I.5 D2 F15.0
G00 Z.1 M09
G91 G28 Z0 M05
M30 ⇐ End of Program⎯0100
:3100(True CIRCLE TYPE 1) ⇐ Subprogram⎯3100⎯Start
#27 = #4001
#28 = #4003
#29 = #4107
N100 IF[#4EQ#0] GOTO 1000 ⇐ Vacant Variable Check
N200 IF[#7EQ#0] GOTO 1000
#1 = ABS [#4]-ABS [#[2000+#7]]
IF [#1LE0] GOTO 2
#20 = #1/2
#21 = ROUND [#20*1000]
#22 = #21/1000
#2 = #1-#22
#3 = #1-#2
IF [#23EQ#0] GOTO 10
G01 G91 X-#2 Y-#3 F#9
G17 G02 X-#3 Y#3 J#3
I#1
X#3 Y#3 I#3
G01 X#2 Y-#3 F[#9*3]
GOTO 5
N10 G01 G91 X-#2 Y#3 F#9
G17 G03 X-#3 Y-#3 J-#3
I#1 J0
X#3 Y-#3 I#3
G01 X#2 Y#3 F[#9*3]
GOTO 5
N1000 #3000 = 100(ARGUMENT MISSING) ⇐ Alarm Message
N5 G#27 G#28 D#29
M99 ⇐ M99 is end of Subprogram 3100

Program Control Statements
Program control statements are NC blocks which direct the flow of the NC program or
subprogram. The following section describes using the different NCPP option’s program
control statements.
Program control statements use keywords: GOTO, IF, WHILE, and DO. At least two letters
of the keyword are required. For example, WH, WHI, WHIL, and WHILE all perform the
same function. Some program control statements are only effective within the current
program or subprogram, and other program control statements cause program execution
to go to subprograms. The software can only locate sequence numbers that are in
memory.
The following program control statements are effective only within the current program
being executed:
• WHILE [conditional expression] DO#

• DO#
• IF [conditional expression] GOTO [expression or #]
• GOTO [expression or #]
• END#
• M99 or M99 P____
These program control statements cause program execution to call subprograms:
• M98 P____
• G65 P____ L____ [Optional Argument List]
• G66 P____ L____ [Optional Argument List]
Variables can be referenced indirectly to initialize a large block of variables, for example:
• #100 = 500
• WHILE [#100 LT 1000] DO 250
• #[#100] = 1.5
• #100 = #100+1
• END 250

The alternative to indirectly referencing variables is to have a program line for each
variable as shown below:
• #500 = 1.5
• #501 = 1.5
• …
• #999 = 1.5
In this case, 500 program lines would be required to perform what five program lines
accomplished in the first example.
GOTO Statements
GOTO statements jump the program to a specific number in the program. Any valid
address expression can be used in place of a sequence number after the GOTO. Fractions
are truncated. For example, GOTO 3.45 and GOTO 3 work the same. The program cannot
locate sequence numbers that are not in memory. If the search reaches the end of the
program without finding the sequence number, the software generates an error message.
Positive GOTO Statement

If the resultant value is positive, the software searches for the sequence number from the
point of the GOTO to the end of the program. Then it proceeds to the beginning of the
program and searches for the sequence number until reaching the starting point (GOTO
statement).
Negative GOTO Statement

If the resultant value of the expression is negative, the search begins at the beginning of
the program.
IF Statements
IF statements contain a conditional expression and a GOTO statement. The expression
which follows the GOTO must result in a valid sequence number; otherwise, an error
message is generated. The program cannot locate sequence numbers that are not in
memory. The following line illustrates an IF statement’s components:
• IF [conditional expression] GOTO [expression or #]

• If the conditional expression has a value of 1, it is true, and the GOTO is
performed.
• If the conditional expression has a value of 0, it is false, and the next NC
block is executed.
• If the conditional expression has a value other than 0 or 1, it is invalid.
These are examples of conditional expressions used in IF statements:
IF[[[#100 LT 2.3] OR [#320LE7.34]] AND [#400LT3.4]] GOTO#340

IF[#150 EQ 2] GOTO 10
IF[#750 GT 2.34] GOTO [[#550+23]/40]

WHILE Loops
WHILE loops contain a conditional expression and a DO statement. This is a sample
WHILE loop:
• WHILE [conditional expression] DO number

• NC block
• NC block
• NC block
• END number
The blocks between the WHILE statement and the END statement are repeated as long as
the conditional expression is true. The following are other details about WHILE loops:
• A WHILE loop must have a matching END statement within the same
program.
• The DO must match the number following END and must be an integer in the
range of 1 to 255.
• The program cannot locate sequence numbers that are not in memory.
• No other NC commands can be contained on the same lines as the WHILE or
END statements.
• If the WHILE conditional expression is false, the program continues execution
with the NC block which follows the END statement.
• DO loops operate the same as WHILE loops with a conditional expression
which is always true.
• The DO statement can also be used by itself without the WHILE conditional
statement.
To exit an infinite WHILE loop while the program is being drawn,
press the console Draw key.

DO Loops
DO loops operate the same as WHILE loops with a conditional expression which is always
true. The DO statement can also be used by itself without the WHILE conditional
statement. The following are some additional details about DO loops:
• DO loops must contain a matching END statement within the same program.
• The numbers following DO and END must match and must be an integer in
the range of 1 to 255.
• The program cannot locate sequence numbers not in memory.
• No other NC commands can be contained on the same lines as the DO or END
statements.
The following is a sample DO loop:
• DO number
• NC block
• NC block
• NC block
• END number
The blocks between the DO statement and the END statement are repeated continuously
in an infinite loop unless one of the following events occurs:
• The program exits the loop with a GOTO or M99 P ____ jump statement.
• The program execution is terminated with an M02 or M30.
• The right mouse button is pressed. The right mouse button acts as a graphics
reset.
To exit an infinite DO loop while the program is being drawn, press
the console Draw key.

Stop Program Execution
The M02 (End of Program) and M30 (End Program) program control statements stop
program execution. The following examples of program control statements are used
correctly:
Nested WHILE Branch Outside Subprogram Call Reuse of

Loops WHILE Loop from Inside DO-END Pairing
WHILE Loop Number
WHILE[...] DO 100 WHILE[...] DO 200 WHILE[...] DO 150 WHILE[...] DO 100

NC blocks NC blocks NC blocks NC blocks
WHILE[...] DO 200 GOTO 3535 M98 P3000 END 100
WHILE[...] DO 250 END 200 END 150 WHILE[...] DO 100
END 250 N3535 WHILE[...] DO 200 END 100
NC blocks NC blocks NC blocks
END 200 G65 P3000 WHILE[...] DO 100
END 100 END 200 END 100
NC blocks
Table 7–6. Correct Program Control Statement Examples
These examples show incorrect use of program control statements:
Incorrectly Nested Branch Into a Improper Reuse of

WHILE Loops WHILE Loop DO-END Pairing
Number
WHILE[...] DO 100 GOTO 3535 WHILE[...] DO 100

WHILE[...] DO 200 WHILE[...] DO 200 WHILE[...] DO 100
WHILE[...] DO 250 N3535 END 100
END 100 END 200 END 100
NC blocks NC blocks
END 200
NC blocks
END 250
Table 7–7. Incorrect Program Control Statement Examples

Subprograms
Subprograms are stand-alone NC programs that can be called from another NC program.
Subprograms begin with the letter “O” or the “:” character followed by a four-digit
number that identifies the subprogram. Each subprogram ends with an M99 statement.
The only limitation for the number of NC files and subprograms the software can load is
the amount of available dynamic RAM memory.
The following is a sample subprogram:
N10 O7162 ⇐ begins with “O” followed by 4-digit number
N20 G00 G90
N40 X0 Y0
N50 T1
N60 Z5.
N70 S2000 M03
N80 Z0.05
N90 M99 ⇐ ends with M99
Subprograms can be nested 50 levels deep. In general, different types of subprogram

calls can be used in various combinations. There are some restrictions in the use of modal
subprograms, however, which will be described in more detail later.
Programs cannot call themselves as subprograms because the repetition exhausts the 50
levels of subprogram nesting. For the same reason, a user defined code cannot be used in
a program which is associated with the same user defined code. For example, a G65
P5000 command is illegal within the program 5000.

G65 Subprogram Call
The G65 subprogram command has the following form:
G65 P____ L_____ [followed by optional arguments]
The P represents the subprogram number and the L represents the number of iterations
that the subprogram must perform. These two methods of argument passing can be used
together:
Arguments
In a G65 subprogram call, the local variables in the calling program are not copied to the
local variables in the called subprogram. Arguments which follow the G65 command are
copied to the local variables in the subprogram as illustrated in the following command:
G65 P5080 A0.0 B8 C2.3 S6 T2 H81 I9 J3.5 K0 Z-1 R.1
The value which follows A is copied to the local variable #1 in the subprogram. The table
on the following page shows the relationships between the subprogram arguments and
the local variables in the subprograms.
Multiple Arguments
Multiple I, J, and K arguments can also be used as subprogram arguments. For example,
if three I arguments are used in the subprogram call, the first I maps to the #4 variable,
the second I maps to the #7 variable, and the third I maps to the #10 variable. The
following subprogram call is legitimate:
G65 P2000 A2.3 B3.2 I2.0 J3. K5.4 I3. I5. J2. I6. W3. U3
Only numbers may be used as arguments in a G65 subprogram call; no variables or

expressions can be used. If multiple iterations of the subprogram are to be performed,
the local variables will be initialized to the same argument values.

Passing Argument Lists to Subprograms
There are several methods for passing arguments and parameters to subprograms. The
G65 and G66 subprogram calls allow an argument list to be provided after the G65 and
G66, respectively. The argument list consists of various letters followed by values. The
values are then stored as local variables within the subprogram.
The table below lists the correspondence between the arguments and the local variables.
The argument list is optional. Any arguments which are not included in the list are given
vacant status.
Subprogram Subprogram
Local Variables Local Variable
Arguments Arguments
#1 Argument A #18 Argument R or K5
#2 Argument B #19 Argument S or I6
#3 Argument C #20 Argument T or J6
#4 Argument I or I1 #21 Argument U or K6
#5 Argument J or J1 #22 Argument V or I7
#6 Argument K or K1 #23 Argument W or J7
#7 Argument D or I2 #24 Argument X or K7
#8 Argument E or J2 #25 Argument Y or I8
#9 Argument F or K2 #26 Argument Z or J8
#10 Argument I3 #27 Argument K8
#11 Argument H or J3 #28 Argument I9
#12 Argument K3 #29 Argument J9
#13 Argument M or I4 #30 Argument K9
#14 Argument J4 #31 Argument I10
#15 Argument K4 #32 Argument J10
#16 Argument I5 #33 Argument K10
#17 Argument Q or J5
Table 7–8. Local Variables and Subprogram Arguments

Layering of Local Variables within Subprogram Calls
M98 subprogram calls use local variables differently from other subprogram calls since
the called subprogram does not get a new set of local variables. Changes made to the
local variables within the current subprogram will be retained when the calling program is
re-instated.
Changes can be made to the local variables within the current subprogram, but when
program execution returns to the calling program, the values of the local variables of the
calling program are reinstated. The local variables in the subprogram can be changed,
however, without affecting the local variables in the calling program. With other
subprogram calls, unless an argument list is passed to the subprogram, the local
variables are given vacant status.
Specifying Subprogram Iterations

The number of iterations for a subprogram to perform are specified with G65, G66, and
M98 subprogram calls.
Using G65 and G66

When making G65 and G66 subprogram calls, the L parameter is used to specify
iterations. The maximum number of iterations which can be specified with the G65 and
G66 subprogram calls is 999.
Using M98
When making M98 subprogram calls, the P parameter is used to specify iterations as well
as the subprogram number. Up to four digits can be used to specify iterations for a
maximum of 9999 iterations. Leading zeros are not required when specifying iterations;
however, leading zeros are required with a subprogram number that is less than 1000.

G65 Subprogram Example
In the following example a line of holes will be drilled along a line. The type of canned
cycle can be determined along with the distance between the holes in both the X and Y
axes. The type of canned cycle and various canned cycle parameters can also be set.
View the part using the Draw console key to verify that the part is programmed correctly.

BOLT_LN.FNC
O4000
T1
M03 G00 G90 X0 Y0 Z0 S1800
/
(B REPRESENTS THE NUMBER OF BOLT HOLES)
(H REPRESENTS THE DESIRED CANNED CYCLE)
(X,Y REPRESENT THE INCREMENTAL DISTANCE BETWEEN HOLES)
(Z REPRESENTS THE HOLE DEPTH)
(R REPRESENTS THE R PLANE LEVEL)
/
#500=99 (RETURN TO R LEVEL)
G65 P5070 X.5 Y.75 B10 H81 Z-1 Q0. R.1 F20.
M30
(*************************************************)
( BOLT HOLE LINE PATTERN - SUBPROGRAM 5070 )
(*************************************************)
O5070
(#2 IS THE NUMBER OF HOLES)
(#11 IS THE CANNED CYCLE NUMBER)
(#26 IS THE HOLE DEPTH)
(#500 IS 99 FOR RETURN TO R LEVEL MODE OR 98 FOR RETURN TO INITIAL POINT)
(#5003 IS THE Z COORDINATE BEFORE THE CANNED CYCLE IS PERFORMED)
/
WHILE [#2GT0] DO250
G91 G#500 G#11 Z#26 Q#17 R[#5003-#18] F#9
G00 X#24 Y#25
#2 = #2-1
END250
M99

Macro Instruction (G65)
G65 Macro instructions are G65 commands which are used to perform mathematical,
trigonometric, or program control functions instead of subprogram calls. These
commands are intended to support existing programs which use this program format.
The value in the H parameter defines the operation being performed. In all instructions
except the GOTO commands H80 through H86, a variable number follows the P
parameter. The operation’s result is stored in that variable number. In the following
command the value stored in variable #100 is added to the number 1 and the resultant
value is stored in variable #115.
G65 H02 P#115 Q#100 R1
For the GOTO commands, the value which follows the P is a positive or negative integer.
If the number is negative, the software begins searching for the sequence number at the
beginning of the file and continues to search for the sequence number until reaching the
end of the file. If the number is positive, the search for the sequence numbers begins
with the block after the GOTO command and continues until reaching the end of the file.
The software then searches from the beginning of the file until reaching the GOTO
command block.
The values which follow Q and R are general purpose parameters which are used in
mathematical, logical, or GOTO operations. The specific operations are listed in the
following table.
Format
The following is the G65 Macro Instruction format:
G65 H ____, P #a , Q #b , R #c ,.

The table below lists the Descriptions and Instruction Functions for the H codes used in
the G65 macro instructions:
H Code Description Instruction Function
H01 Definition, Substitution #a = #b
H02 Addition #a = #b + #c
H03 Subtraction #a = #b - #c
H04 Product #a = #b * #c
H05 Division #a = #b / #c
H11 Logical Sum #a = #b .OR. #c
H12 Logical Product #a = #b .AND. #c
H13 Exclusive OR #a = #b .XOR. #c
H21 Square Root #a = √#b
H22 Absolute Value #a = |#b|
Remainder #a = #b - trunc (#b/#c) * #c

H23
trunc: discard fractions less than 1.
H24 Conversion from BCD to Binary #a = BIN(#b)
H25 Conversion from binary to BCD #a = BCD(#b)
H26 Combined Multiplication/Division #a = (#a * #b) / #c
H27 Combined Square Root 1 #a = √(#b2 + #c2)
H28 Combined Square Root 2 #a = √(#b2 - #c2)
H31 Sine #a = #b * SIN(#c)
H32 Cosine #a = #b * COS (#c)
H33 Tangent #a = #b * TAN(#c)
H34 Arc tangent #a = TAN(#b/#c)
H80 Unconditional Divergence (GOTO) GOTO a
H81 If Statement, Equals IF #b = #c, GOTO a
H82 If Statement, Not Equal IF #b ≠ #c, GOTO a
H83 If Statement, Greater Than IF #b > #c, GOTO a
H84 If Statement, Less Than IF #b < #c, GOTO a
H85 If Statement, Greater Than/Equals IF #b >= #c, GOTO a
H86 If Statement, Less Than/Equals IF #b <= #c, GO TO a
Table 7–9. H Code Descriptions and Instruction Functions for G65 Macro Instructions

For H80 through H86, if “a” has a negative value, the software performs a GOTO but
begins looking for the sequence number at the beginning of the program. No variables
can be used for the P parameter for H80 through H86.
For example use #100 = 4.56 OR #110 instead of G65 #11 P#100
Q4.56 R#110.
And use IF [#150 EQ #160] GOTO 100 instead of G65 H81 P100
Q#150 R#160.
These commands can be used in either Macro A or B mode.
Example
The following example shows how to use G65 macro instructions in a Bolt Hole Circle
subprogram. View the part using the Draw console key to verify that the part is
programmed correctly.

G65INST.FNC
%
(#600 IS BOLT HOLE CIRCLE X COORD)
(#601 IS BOLT HOLE CIRCLE Y COORD)
(#602 IS BOLT HOLE CIRCLE RADIUS)
(#603 IS STARTING ANGLE)
(#604 IS NUMBER OF BOLT HOLES)
#600 = 0
#601 = 0
#602 = 2.
#603 = 30.
#604 = 12.
T0101
M3 S300
G17
G00 X0 Y0 Z0.05
M98 P3030
G00 X0 Y0 Z0.05
M02
O3030
(#110 IS BOLT HOLE COUNTER)
(#112 IS ANGLE OF CURRENT HOLE)
(#113 IS X COORD OF CURRENT HOLE)
(#114 IS Y COORD OF CURRENT HOLE)
N10 G65 H01 P#110 Q0
G65 H22 P#111 Q#604
N20 G65 H04 P#112 Q#110 R360
G65 H05 P#112 Q#112 R#604

G65INST.FNC
G65 H02 P#112 Q#603 R#112
G65 H32 P#113 Q#602 R#112
G65 H02 P#113 Q#600 R#113
G65 H31 P#114 Q#602 R#112
G65 H02 X#114 Q#601 R#114
G90 H00 X#113 Y#114
G81 Z-1. F20.
G80
G65 H02 P#110 Q#110 R1
G65 H84 P-20 Q#110 R#111
M99

Modal Subprograms
Modal subprograms are executed every time a motion is performed (i.e., after a Move
command). Use them for performing repetitive tasks at different locations. The repetitive
tasks can be put inside a modal subprogram. A subprogram call can be made to a
program which contains X, Y, and Z locations and will be executed at each of these
locations.
A modal subprogram will not be modal within another modal subprogram. If the modal
subprogram contains Move commands, the modal subprogram will not be performed
after Move commands within the modal subprogram. This allows Move commands to be
contained within modal subprograms.
These methods allow the subprogram call to be modal:
• A Modal Subprogram Call (G66) Command

• A Modal user defined G code
Modal Subprogram Call (G66)

In a G66 Modal subprogram call, the subprogram is repeatedly executed after each Move
command until the Modal Subprogram Call Cancel (G67) command is performed.
Modal Subprogram Cancel (G67)

The G67 command is used to cancel modal subprograms initiated with either the G66 or
with a modal user defined G code.

Modal Subprogram Call (G66) Example
The following program draws a series of squares and rectangles. View the part using the
Draw console key to verify that the part is programmed correctly.
NC Part Program 1 Inch

G66.FNC
%
(EXAMPLE OF MODAL SUBPROGRAM CALL G66)
(P6010 IS USED AS MODAL SUBPROGRAM)
(THE VALUES AFTER I AND J ARE PASSED TO)
(THE SUBPROGRAM. THE SUBPROGRAM IS ONLY)
(EXECUTED AFTER BLOCKS WITH MOVE COMMANDS.)
X0 Y0 Z0
X5 G66 P6010 I1. J1.5
Y-3
X-5
Y0
(MODAL SUBPROGRAM IS NOW CANCELED WITH G67)
G67
Y3
(THE MODAL SUBPROGRAM IS STARTED AGAIN WITH)
(NEW PARAMETERS.)
X0 G66 P6010 I3.J1.
Y0
Y-2
M02
:6010
(THIS SUBPROGRAM CREATES A SIMPLE BOX SHAPE.)
G91
X#4
Y#5
X-#4
Y-#5
G90
M99

NCPP Variable Summary
In the tables below, the Type column indicates the type of variable: Argument (A),
System (S), Common (C), and Local (L). The R/W column indicates whether the variable
is Read or Read/Write.
Variable Number Type R/W Local Variables (Note 3)

#1 A R/W Address A (Note 4)
#2 A R/W Address B (Note 4)
#3 A R/W Address C (Note 4)
#4 A R/W Address I (Note 1)or I1 (Note 2)
#5 A R/W Address J (Note 1) or J1 (Note 2)
#6 A R/W Address K (Note 1) or K1(Note 2)
#7 A R/W Address D (Note 1) or I2 (Note 2)
#8 A R/W Address E(Note 1) or J2 (Note 2)
#9 A R/W Address F (Note 1) or K2 (Note 2)
#10 A R/W Address I3 (Note 2)
#11 A R/W Address H (Note 1) or J3 (Note 2)
#12 A R/W Address K3 (Note 2)
#13 A R/W Address M (Note 1)or I4 (Note 2)
#14 A R/W Address J4 (Note 2)
#17 A R/W Address Q (Note 1) or J5 (Note 2)
#18 A R/W Address R (Note 1) or K5 (Note 2)
#19 A R/W Address S (Note 1) or I6 (Note 2)
#20 A R/W Address T (Note 1) or J6 (Note 2)
#21 A R/W Address U (Note 1) or K6 (Note 2)
#22 A R/W Address V (Note 1) or I7 (Note 2)
#23 A R/W Address W (Note 1) or J7 (Note 2)
#24 A R/W Address X (Note 1) or K7 (Note 2)
#25 A R/W Address Y (Note 1) or I8 (Note 2)
#26 A R/W Address Z (Note 1) or J8 (Note 2)
#27 A R/W Address K8(Note 2)
#30 A R/W Address K9(Note 2)
Table 7–10. NCPP Local Argument Variables (#1 - #33

1. Valid for argument assignment method 1 where multiple sets
of (I,J,K) are not used.
2. Valid for argument assignment method 2 where multiple sets
of (I,J,K) are used.
3. Local variables are used to pass arguments to a macro. If a
local variable without a transferred argument is vacant in its
initial status, it can be used freely in the macro.
4. Valid for argument assignment method 1 and 2
Variable Number
#100 to #199 Type R/W Common Variables
#500 to #999
#100 to #199 Use these variables to store binary numbers as

well as real numbers. All programs and
subprograms can read and write to them.
C R/W
Variables #146, #147, and #149 also store the
values which follow the B, S, and T code when B,
S, and T subprogram calls are performed.
#500 to #999 Use these variables to store binary numbers as

C R/W well as real numbers. All programs and
subprograms can read and write to them.
Table 7–11. NCPP Common Variables (#100 - #199 and #500 - #599)
There are 100 variables each reserved for tool type, tool diameter,
tool calibration, probe calibration, tool probe offset X, and tool probe
offset Y regardless of whether or not the machine can handle that
many tools. If the program tries to access a variable for a tool that
does not exist, an error is generated. The variables for tool type
(#3201 – #3300) have these values:

Variable Number
Type R/W Modal Information from Previous Block
#4001 to #4120
#4001 to #4022 S R G Code Groups 1 to 22
#4102 S R B Code
#4107 S R D Code
#4109 S R F Code
#4111 S R H Code
#4113 S R M Code
#4114 S R Sequence Number of previous block
#4115 S R Program Number of previous block
#4119 S R S Code
#4120 S R T Code
Table 7–12. Modal Information from Previous Block Variables (#4001 - #4120)
Variable Number
Type R/W Modal Information for Current Block
#4201 to #4210
#4201 to #4222 S R G Code Groups 1 to 22
#4302 S R B Code
#4307 S R D Code
#4309 S R F Code
#4311 S R H Code
#4313 S R M Code
#4314 S R Sequence Number of current block
#4315 S R Program Number of current block
#4319 S R S Code
#4320 S R T Code
Table 7–13. Modal Information for Current Block Variables (#4201 - #4320)

OIL SKIMMER
The optional Oil Skimmer removes oil from the coolant, prolonging the coolant usage.
Oil Skimmer Operation

To operate the oil skimmer in Manual mode,

4. Select the OIL SKIMMER F1 softkey. The softkey menu contains these choices:
Figure 8–1. Manual screen Oil Skimmer softkey menu
The Oil Skimmer softkeys perform these functions:
• OIL SKIMMER ON F1—turns on the Oil Skimmer.

• OIL SKIMMER OFF F2—turns off the Oil Skimmer.
Automatic Operation
The oil skimmer operates automatically when the machine power is on and the coolant
pump is turned off.
You can turn the oil skimmer off and back on while machine power is on using the Manual
screen, Accessory Operations, Oil Skimmer menu (Oil Skimmer Off F2 and Oil Skimmer
On F1).
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PARTS CATCHER
The optional parts catcher is an automated pneumatic system that rotates an arm upward
to catch the part that has been cut off and dispenses the part into a receptacle. The
receptacle can be accessed so you can take the part out while the next part is being cut.
The Parts Catcher can be operated either manually with softkeys on the Manual screen,
automatically using M Codes, or with a Cutoff Block. To program an M Code in a
Part Programming Machine Function—M Code, on page 2 - 198 and Winmax Lathe NC
Programming, Basic NC M Codes, on page 3 - 1 or ISNC M Codes, on page 5 - 1.
Refer to the parts catcher’s operator’s manual for more information

about operating and maintaining the parts catcher.
Parts Catcher Operation

The parts catcher can be operated manually or programed to operate within a Cutoff
Block.
Manual Operation
Advance and retract the parts catcher using the softkey selections from the Manual
screen.

2. Select ACCESSORY OPERATIONS F4.
3. Select PARTS CATCHER F3. The softkey menu contains these choices:
• Select ADVANCE PARTS CATCHER F3 to advance the parts catcher.
ADVANCED appears in the Part Catcher field.
• Select RETRACT PARTS CATCHER F4 to retract the parts catcher.
RETRACTED appears in the Parts Catcher field.
Automatic Operation
To operate the Parts Catcher automatically, program a Machine Function data block within
a conversational part program. From the New Block screen or Program Review screen,

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• Select M58 to turn on the Parts Conveyor and enter the number of
seconds to dwell in the Dwell field before moving to the next block.
• Select M59 to turn off the Parts Conveyor and enter the number of
Automatic Operation with Cutoff Block

You can also program the parts catcher to automatically advance during a Cutoff Block.
Figure 9–1. Cutoff Block with Parts Catcher fields
To program the parts catcher,
1. Access the Cutoff Block screen in your Conversational Part Program.

2. Select YES for the ADVANCE PART CATHCER field in the Cutoff block. The
ADVANCE AT X field is active.
3. Enter the X diameter or radius location for the parts catcher to begin moving.
This location is illustrated on the sample screen above, labeled “Advance.”
4. Enter the time in seconds to pause while the parts catcher completes its
retract in the PAUSE AT END (SEC) field. After the delay, the turret moves to X
End.
5. Enter the X axis end location for the Cutoff block in the X End field. The tool
stops cutting at this location.
The parts catcher stays in its elevated position until the cutoff tool retracts and moves to
Home.
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PARTS CONVEYOR
The optional Parts Conveyor moves finished parts from the parts catcher exit chute to a
bin while the machine continues to operate.
The Parts Conveyor can be operated either manually with softkeys on the Manual screen
or automatically using M Codes. To program an M Code in a conversational programming
data block, please refer to WinMax Lathe Conversational Part Programming, Machine
Function—M Code, on page 2 - 198 and WinMax Lathe NC Programming Basic NC M
Codes, on page 3 - 1 or ISNC M Codes, on page 5 - 1.
Parts Conveyor Operation

Access the parts conveyor using the softkey selections from the Manual screen.

2. Select ACCESSORY OPERATIONS F4.
3. Select PARTS CONVEYOR F6. The Parts Conveyor softkey menu contains these
choices:
• PART CONVEYOR FORWARD F1—moves the parts conveyor forward.
• PART CONVEYOR REVERSE F2—moves the parts conveyor in reverse.
• PART CONVEYOR STOP F3—stops the parts conveyor.
Automatic Operation
To operate the Parts Conveyor automatically, program a Machine Function data block
within a conversational part program. From the New Block screen or Program Review
screen,

• Select M24 to turn on the Parts Conveyor. You can enter the number of
• Select M25 to turn off the Parts Conveyor. You can enter the number of
If using NC programming, the M24 and M25 codes apply. You can
also put a G04 (Dwell) line after the M24 or M25. For example,
M24
G04 F0.1
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PART EJECTOR
The optional Part Ejector ejects finished parts from the Sub-spindle chuck. This option is
only available for TMX MYS machines. The Part Ejector consists of a cylinder located at
the rear of the spindle and a rod that is attached to the rod of the cylinder that goes
through the drawtube of the Sub-spindle. This rod also has a removable tip on the end so
the user can construct any type of tip that may be needed to push a part from the Sub-
spindle chuck jaws. Upon activation, the ejector pushes the stock forward, away from the
chuck, and then the ejector retracts to its original position.
The Part Ejector can be operated either manually with softkeys on the Manual screen or
automatically using an M Code to cycle the ejector. To program an M Code in a
Part Programming, Machine Function—M Code, on page 2 - 198 and WinMax Lathe NC
Programming Basic NC M Codes, on page 3 - 1 or ISNC M Codes, on page 5 - 1.
Part Ejector Operation

Access the Part Ejector using the softkey selections from the Manual screen.

2. Select ACCESSORY OPERATIONS F4 softkey.
4. Select PART EJECTOR F4. The Part Ejector softkey menu contains these
choices:
• PART EJECTOR ADVANCE F1—moves the ejector cylinder to the forward
position as it would be when pushing the stock forwared, out of the Sub-
spindle chuck.
• PART EJECTOR RETRACT F2—returns the cylinder to the retracted
(normal Default) state inside the chuck.
The Sub-spindle chuck must be Open in order for the Part Ejector to
advance.
The Sub-spindle chuck will not close until the Part Ejector is returned
to its original position.
If left in its advanced location, the Part Ejector automatically retracts

with the first cycle start after entering Auto mode.
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Automatic Operation
To operate the Part Ejector automatically, program a Machine Function data block within a

4. Select M116 to cycle the Part Ejector as follows:
a. Advance Part Ejector.
b. Return Part Ejector to original position.
The M116 must be preceded by an M114 (Sub-Spindle Chuck Open)
or an error will occur. The error message will read “ERROR: Sub-
Spindle Chuck must be OPEN to cycle the Part Ejector.” and program
execution will be halted.
The Part Ejector cycle sequence is as follows:
1. A check for errors is performed, e.g. Is Sub-Chuck Open?

2. If no errors were detected, the Part Ejector will then advance.
a. NOTE: The speed at which the Ejector advances or retracts can be
adjusted via a flow control valve on the Part Ejector directional Valve.
b. The cylinder must advance in less than approximately 1.25 seconds
3. If the cylinder advances completely, which the control determines by reading
the 2 proximity switches on the cylinder, then the sequence would go to step
4.
a. If the switches did not change to the proper state within 1.5 seconds upon
the first attempt, then the cylinder will automatically retract. It will then
attempt to advance the cylinder again. The cylinder will attempt 4 times to
eject the part.
b. Error messages for failing to advance:
• ERROR: Part failed to Eject – Cycle Stop. The system still detects the
Ejector is at the retracted position. Check that the input
DI_PrtEjctrRetrd goes to a Low State when the ejector is advanced.
• Indicates possible failure of the retracted proximity switch or that

the valve did not shift to apply air pressure to advance the
ejector.
• The flow control valve may be closed too far or may possibly be
plugged.
• Check the Air Pressure setting to the Ejector.
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• ERROR: Part failed to Eject – Cycle Stop. Unable to detect the Ejector
is at the advanced position. Check that a part is not stuck in the Chuck
and that the input DI_PrtEjctrAdvcd goes to a High State when
advanced.
• If the ejector is advancing, then the Advanced proximity switch

on the cylinder either requires adjustment or has failed.
4. Once the ejector is detected to have successfully advanced, then it will retract.
5. Once the ejector is detected to have successfully retracted, then the program
will continue.
a. If the switches did not change to the proper state within 1.5 seconds upon
the first attempt, the cylinder will automatically advance. It will then
attempt to retract the cylinder again. The cylinder will attempt 2 times to
retract the ejector before it fails.
b. Error messages for failing to retract
• ERROR: Part failed to Eject – Cycle Stop. The system still detects the
Ejector is at the advanced position. Check that the input
DI_PrtEjctrAdvcd goes to a Low State when the ejector is retracted.
• Indicates possible failure of the advanced proximity switch or

that the valve did not shift to apply air pressure to retract the
ejector.
• The flow control valve may be closed too far or may possibly be
plugged.
• Check Air pressure setting to the Ejector as well.
• ERROR: Part failed to Eject – Cycle Stop. Part Ejector failed to retract
after ejecting the part. Check the input DI_PrtEjectrRetrd. The signal
should be in a High State when the Ejector is retracted.
• If the ejector is fully retracting, then the Retracted proximity

switch on the cylinder either requires adjustment or has failed.
An error in the Part Ejector Cycle puts the machine in Cycle Stop as it
may be running unattended and this leaves the machine in an idle
condition.
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STEADY REST
Machines may be equipped with an optional SMW-AUTOBLOK Steady Rest device. The
device supports long thin stock at its mid-point. Please refer to Maintenance and Safety
Manual for Turning Centers for some maintenance information.
Please refer to the manufacturer’s Instruction Manual, located in the

machine electrical cabinet, for complete details regarding installation
and maintenance.
From the Manual screen,
1. Select the Accessory Options F4 softkey. The softkey menu changes.

2. Select the Steady Rest F6 softkey. This screen appears:
Figure 12–1. Manual screen with Steady Rest Accessory Operations selected
These softkeys are available:
• CLAMP STEADY REST F1—refer to Clamp, on page 12 - 2 for details about

clamping the Steady Rest device.
• UNCLAMP STEADY REST F2—refer to Unclamp, on page 12 - 2 for details
about unclamping the Steady Rest device.
• STEADY REST LUBE DIAGNOSTICS F5—refer to Steady Rest Lubrication
Diagnostics, on page 5 - 47 for details about performing Steady Rest
lubrication diagnostics.
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Clamp
Select the Clamp Steady Rest F1 softkey to clamp the Steady Rest device. The Steady
Rest device can be manually hitched to the Z-Axis to assist with movement of the Steady
Rest to the proper location. The position of the Steady Rest device is tracked in order to
avoid colliding with the tailstock.
The position of the Steady Rest can only be tracked when moving the
Steady Rest with the Z-Axis. If the Steady Rest is moved manually
without the use of the Z-Axis, then the control will not be aware of
this new position for the Steady Rest which will either allow the
tailstock to possibly collide with it or improperly limit the motion of
the Z-Axis when hitched to the Tailstock.
A safety switch located on a bracket under the way cover also protects against the Steady
Rest and Tailstock colliding. If the safety switch is tripped, the machine will enter the
Emergency Stop mode.
This optional device is used with turning centers to hold long pieces of stock in the center
while cutting.
Unclamp
Select the Unclamp Steady Rest F2 softkey to unclamp the Steady Rest device. After the
spindle is stopped, M39 unclamps the optional Steady Rest device during automatic cycle
operation. The spindle MUST BE stopped when this M-Code executes or an error will
appear and the cycle will be halted.
The spindle must be stopped prior to executing the M39 Steady Rest
Unclamp.
The Steady Rest device can be manually hitched to the Z-Axis to assist with movement of
the Steady Rest to the proper location. The position of the Steady Rest device is tracked
in order to avoid colliding with the tailstock.
The position of the Steady Rest can only be tracked when moving the
Steady Rest with the Z-Axis. If the Steady Rest is moved manually
without the use of the Z-Axis, then the control will not be aware of
this new position for the Steady Rest which will either allow the
tailstock to possibly collide with it or improperly limit the motion of
the Z-Axis when hitched to the Tailstock.
A safety switch located on a bracket under the way cover also protects against the Steady
Rest and Tailstock colliding. If the safety switch is tripped, the machine will enter the
Emergency Stop mode.
This optional device is used with turning centers to hold long pieces of stock in the center
while cutting.
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TAILSTOCK ASSEMBLY
The optional tailstock supports long pieces of stock while the spindle is turning and the
part is being cut. The tailstock quill touches the loose end of the stock, on the right-hand
side.
The Tailstock Quill can be operated either manually with softkeys on the Manual screen or
Function—M Code, on page 2 - 198 and WinMax Lathe NC Programming, Basic NC M
Codes, on page 3 - 1 or ISNC M Codes, on page 5 - 1.
Refer to the Maintenance and Safety for Turning Centers manual for
information about maintaining the tailstock.
Tailstock Quill Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 - 2

Optional Tailstock Quill Footswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 - 4
TM10 Tailstock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 - 5
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Tailstock Quill Operation
To access tailstock operations,

2. Select the ACCESSORY OPERATIONS F4 softkey to access the Accessory
softkey menu.
3. Select TAILSTOCK F2 to access the Tailstock softkeys:
The Accessory Operations are modal. Once a selection is made with a
softkey or with the optional footswitch, the tailstock output changes
to that state and stays on until another selection is made.
• ADVANCE TAILSTOCK F1—advances the tailstock quill when the

enclosure doors are closed. ADVANCED appears in the Tailstock field.
The Advance Tailstock F5 softkey functions only when the enclosure
doors are closed.
Keep these important points in mind when using the Advance

Tailstock F5 softkey:
• The spindle must be stopped.

• The quill pressure switch, if equipped, is not monitored.
• The tailstock quill will advance either until it is fully extended, or,
if it is equipped with a quill pressure switch, when the quill
pressure switch is activated.
• RETRACT TAILSTOCK F2—retracts the tailstock quill when the enclosure

doors are closed. RETRACTED appears in the Tailstock field.
The tailstock quill will only retract when the Retract Tailstock F6
softkey is selected or when the footswitch is depressed.
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Automatic Operation
To operate the tailstock quill automatically, program a Machine Function data block within
a conversational part program. From the New Block screen or Program Review screen,

• Select M28 to advance the tailstock quill and enter the number of seconds
to dwell in the Dwell field before moving to the next block.
• Select M29 to retract the tailstock quill and enter the number of seconds
to dwell in the Dwell field before moving to the next block.
If either the Interrupt or Stop Cycle console key is pressed before the quill is fully
advanced, the quill will automatically retract. If in Interrupt mode and you return to Auto
Mode and press Start Cycle, the Tailstock will advance before the program continues.

Optional Tailstock Quill Footswitch
A tailstock footswitch is available as an option for the turning centers. The footswitch
behaves differently when the enclosure doors are open or closed. Descriptions for each
scenario follow in this section.
Machines may be equipped with a quill pressure switch used in conjunction with the
footswitch. Below are descriptions for machines equipped with the switch and machines
not equipped with the switch:
Quill Pressure Switch

When machines are equipped with the quill pressure switch,
• Advance with Doors Closed—When the enclosure doors are closed and the
footswitch is pressed, the tailstock quill advances and reaches full travel
when the quill pressure switch reports the tailstock is extended. The
footswitch does not need to be held to advance.
• Advance with Doors Open—When the enclosure doors are open and the
footswitch is pressed, the tailstock quill will advance until the pressure switch
changes to High. If the footswitch is released before the switch changes to
High, then the tailstock quill automatically retracts.
• Retract with Doors Closed or Open—When the enclosure doors are closed
or open and the footswitch is pressed, the tailstock quill will retract. The
No Quill Pressure Switch

When machines are not equipped with the quill pressure switch,
• Advance with Doors Closed—When the enclosure doors are closed, the
tailstock quill will advance when the footswitch is pressed. The footswitch
does not need to be held to advance.
• Advance with Doors Open—When the enclosure doors are open, the
footswitch must be pressed and held down for 4 seconds before the tailstock
quill will advance and hold in the advanced position. If the footswitch is
released before the specified amount of time has elapsed, then the tailstock
quill automatically retracts.
• Retract with Doors Closed or Open—When the enclosure doors are closed
or open and the footswitch is pressed, the tailstock quill will retract. The

TM10 Tailstock
TM10 turning centers equipped with a tailstock include an engagement block that can be
inserted into an opening underneath the X-axis way cover. This setup allows the tailstock
to be moved with the Z axis.
A message will appear when the tailstock engagement block is

engaged, stating that the Z-axis feed is limited.
When the tailstock engagement block is engaged, both the HOME 

F6 softkey (accessed from the Manual screen, MANUAL FUNCTION
SETUP F2 softkey) and the CALIBRATE MACHINE F8 softkey are
grayed out (inactive).
1 Engagement block with handle
2 Bolts to be loosened
Figure 13–1. TM10 Tailstock with Engagement Block and Handle
To move the tailstock with the Z axis and engagement block,
1. Locate the engagement block handle on top of the engagement block. The
assembly is on the left end of the tailstock, attached with a tailstock spacer.
2. Position the Z axis so that the opening at the bottom of the X-axis way cover is
visible.
3. Pull the engagement block handle toward you until the bottom of the block fits
into the opening at the bottom of the X-axis way cover.
4. Loosen the two bolts located at the bottom front of the tailstock.
5. The tailstock can now be moved using the Z axis. You cannot Calibrate or
Home the machine with the engagement block engaged.
6. Tighten the two bolts located at the bottom front of the tailstock.
7. Return engagement block handle to upright position.

THREAD REPAIR CYCLE
A Thread Repair cycle allows you to re-cut a damaged thread.
• This cycle uses the program’s Part Setup.

• A threading tool defined in Tool Setup, including orientation, is required for
the Active Tool.
• For TM6, TM8, TM10, TM12, and TM18 machines, the spindle must be run for
2 revolutions prior to running this cycle if the machine has not been run after
power up.
• This cycle may be used with an active Sub-spindle Work Offset.
To access the Thread Repair Cycle screen from the Program Review screen, select these
softkeys: Insert Block Before F7, Turning  F2, Thread Repair F6 softkey.
The Thread Repair Cycle screen opens with three tabs: Process, Geometry, and Repair.
The Thread Repair Cycle screen and the Threading Cycle screen are the same, except this
screen has the Repair tab. Enter information for this cycle the same as you would for a
Threading cycle. Refer to Threading Cycle, on page 2 - 38 for those details.
The Z Start value on the Geometry tab screen is part-relative. Program the Z Start value
the same as you would program a Threading cycle Z Start value.
If you jog the threading tool to the Z Start position and press the
Store Position F5 softkey, the location includes the offset from Part
Setup. Do not change Part Offset after storing this position.
The Z End value on the Geometry tab screen is part-relative. The Z End value should be
approximately at the last existing thread on the workpiece.
If you jog the tool to the Z End position and press the Store
Position F5 softkey, the location includes the offset from Part Setup.
Do not change Part Offset after storing this position.
On the Repair tab screen the X (DIA) or X (RAD), Z, and Spindle fields appear as
inactive (grayed out). These are coordinates for the axes and spindle. When the
threading tool is aligned with the thread and the Store Reference Positions softkey is
selected, these fields will be populated.
The Reference Positions are not saved with the part program. They
must be reset for each specific thread.
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To set the Reference Positions,
1. Insert the workpiece containing the damaged thread into the spindle.
2. Jog the active Threading tool into position in an undamaged thread. The ideal
position is as close as possible to the center of the thread and the minor
diameter as shown in the screen graphic.
3. Select the Store Reference Positions F7 softkey. The machine-relative
values are entered into the X (DIA) or (RAD), Z, and Spindle fields.
4. Jog the tool to a safe position away from the workpiece.
The Thread Repair Cycle will run when the part program runs in Auto Mode. The machine
movement for this data block is:
1. The turret moves to the Z Start location.

2. The tool cuts the thread as programmed.
3. The tool stops cutting and the turret retracts and moves the tool to the
Z Start position.
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TOOL SETTER
The tool setter calibrates the tools with respect to the axes. The tool setter consists of the
tool setter arm and stylus. This section describes how to calibrate the tool setter, align the
stylus head, operate the tool setter, and set tools.
The tool setter needs to be calibrated before you use it for the first
time.
The tool setter requires re-calibration whenever
• The stylus is removed or replaced.

• Whenever an axis motor is replaced.
• If the axis home switch or absolute positions are reset or
changed.
• If the turret is removed or loosened on the machine.
• If the setter head or arm is replaced.
For TMX MY and TMX MYS machines, the Y-axis must be set to 0.000
on the Tool Setter Calibration screen for all of the following
procedures.
Tool Setter Stylus Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 2

Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 4
Tool Setter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 34
Setting Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 35
For TMX MYS machines, a sub-spindle tool setter option is available. Please refer to Sub-
Spindle Tool Setter, on page 15 - 42 for details.
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Tool Setter Stylus Alignment
For all turning center models, the stylus head is located at the end of the tool setter arm,
on the left side of the frame, next to the chuck. The tool setter arm must be attached
squarely to the frame, and the tool setter stylus needs to be aligned correctly prior to tool
calibration. To align the stylus,

softkey menu.
3. Select the TOOL SETTER F4 softkey to access the Tool Setter softkey menu.
softkey, the tool setter output changes to that state and stays on
until another selection is made.
4. Select the ADVANCE TOOL SETTER F5 softkey. The tool setter moves into
position for calibration.
5. Use the center point of a turning tool, positioned near the mid-point of the
stylus head in the X-axis.
a. Loosen the screw at the base of the stylus head to adjust the height so the
center point of the tool is at the mid-point vertically of the stylus head.
Figure 15–1. Tool Setter Height Adjustment
b. Tighten the screw when the stylus is positioned properly.

c. Move the tool away from the stylus head.
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6. Use a dial indicator mounted to the turret to position the stylus head so it is
parallel to the Z-axis travel.
a. Jog the axis so the indicator tip runs along the top face of the stylus head
to show the stylus is square to 0.002mm (0.0001").
Figure 15–2. Indicating the Stylus Head
b. Adjust the position of the stylus head with the two set screws located on
the right-hand side of the tool setter arm, below the stylus head.
Figure 15–3. Adjusting the Stylus Head

Tool Setter Calibration
For all turning center models, the Tool Setter can be calibrated in any axis order (X first,
then Z; or Z first, then X).
For machines equipped with Y-axis motion, the Machine Y field must
be set to 0.000 during Tool Setter Calibration.
• Use a test bar (for example, a dowel pin or precision tool shank) and a boring
block for calibrating the X axis.
• Use a precision test plate for calibrating the Z axis.
Access the Tool Setter Calibration screen to perform the calibration.
1. Press the Menu console button.

2. Select Utilities Screens.
3. Select the SYSTEM CONFIGURATION F1 softkey.
4. Select the HARDWARE CONFIGURATIONS F3 softkey.
The Hardware Configurations screen appears with a Caution
message. The message is there to alert users to be familiar with the
operations available on the screen selections that follow.
Figure 15–4. Hardware Configurations screen

5. Select the TOOL SETTER CALIBRATION F1 softkey. The Tool Setter Calibration
screen appears:
Figure 15–5. Tool Setter Calibration screen
The Tool Setter Calibration screen fields are defined as follows:
• Machine X Y and Z—displays absolute machine position of X and Z axes. For

machines equipped with Y-axis motion, the Y field is also available.
• Tool Setter—displays current status of tool setter, either Retracted or

Advanced. The tool setter must be Advanced to complete calibration.
• Gray Square—(center of screen) represents the face of the tool setter
stylus. Use this icon as a reference for the Offsets and Datum Locations.
• X- Offset—value represents the distance from 0 (the center of the tool
holder), equal to the radius of the test bar. The offset must be a positive
number in millimeters.
• X- Datum Location—displays the machine position of the X-axis face of the
top of the stylus head. The default is zero if uncalibrated. If calibrated, the X-
Offset is subtracted from the machine position to obtain X- Datum.
• X+ Offset—value represents the distance from 0 (the center of the tool
number in millimeters. The X-Offset should be equal to the X+ Offset.
• X+ Datum Location—displays the machine position of the X-axis face of the
bottom of the stylus head. The default is zero if uncalibrated. If calibrated,
the X+ Offset is subtracted from the machine position to obtain X+ Datum.
• Z+ Offset—value represents the distance from the face of the turret to the
surface of the plate. The left side of the precision plate must be aligned with
the turret face. The offset must be a positive number in millimeters.

• Z+ Datum Location—displays the machine position of the left Z-axis face of
the stylus head. The default is zero if uncalibrated. If calibrated, the Z+
Offset is subtracted from the machine position to obtain Z+ Datum.
• Z- Offset—value represents the distance from 0, equal to the distance from
the face of the turret to the surface of the plate. Set to zero if the left side of
the test plate is mounted flush with the turret.
• Z- Datum Location—displays the machine position of the Z-axis face of the
stylus head on the right side. The default is zero if uncalibrated. If calibrated,
the Z- Offset is subtracted from the machine position to obtain Z- Datum.
• One LED icon appears next to each grouping of Offset fields and Datum
Location fields:
• A green icon means that the calibration process is successful.
• A red icon means that the calibration process is not successful. If this
occurs, repeat the calibration process. If the calibration process continues
to be unsuccessful, move the start point closer or further from the stylus
head.
Follow the Tool Setter Calibration steps for the appropriate machine model:
TM and TMX Models—X-Axis Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 7

TM and TMX Models—Z-Axis Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 12
TMM Models—X-Axis Tool Setter Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 17
TMM Models—Z-Axis Tool Setter Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 21
TMX MY and TMX MYS Models—X-Axis Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 26
TMX MY and TMX MYS Models—Z-Axis Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 30

TM and TMX Models—X-Axis Tool Setter Calibration
Please refer to TMX MY and TMX MYS Models—X-Axis Tool Setter

Calibration, on page 15 - 26 for TMX MY and TMX MYS information.
For TM and TMX turning center models, calibrate the X- and X+ offset as described in the
appropriate section below:
X- Axis Tool Setter Calibration

1. Position the axes at Home Position.
2. Use the Turret - or + key to rotate the turret to the desired location for
installing the test bar in a boring block.
3. Attach the boring block to the turret and insert and securely attach the test bar
into the holder.
Measure and record the diameter of the test bar.
Figure 15–6. Dowel Pin Mounted in Boring Block with a Sleeve

4. Check the test bar for parallelism to the machine. Run an indicator back and
forth across the test bar, verifying the bar is parallel to the Z-axis.
The bar should not be out of alignment by any more than a couple of
tenths. Make any necessary adjustments before proceeding to the
next step.
Figure 15–7. Indicating a Dowel Pin for Parallelism to Z-Axis Motion
5. Move the axes back to the Home Position (upper right-hand corner of the
machine).
6. Enter the offset into the X- Offset field. The offset is equal to the radius of the
test bar in mm.
The X- Offset value is always a positive number in millimeters.
7. Select the ADVANCE TOOL SETTER F5 softkey to move the tool setter into
position.
8. Manually jog the axes toward the tool setter, positioning the side of the test
bar to within 10 mm (0.4") of the top of the tool setter head. This is the start
position required for performing the X- Calibration process.
If the test bar is positioned more than 10 mm (0.4") from the tool
setter head, the calibration move may time-out.
Figure 15–8. Positioning a Dowel Pin at the Tool Setter Head

9. Select the CALIBRATE X- F1 softkey. The Start Cycle button flashes.
To achieve accurate results, the axis must touch the stylus at a slow
feedrate.
• Set the Axis Feed Rate percentage between 10% and 20%.
• Set the Rapid Override percentage at 100%.
10. Press the flashing Start Cycle button. The X axis moves slowly toward the tool
setter head at 100 mmpm (4 ipm).
a. When the test bar touches the tool setter head, the axis moves at rapid
speed at approximately 10 mm in the opposite direction, then touches the
tool setter head two more times.
b. After the third touch, the axis moves at rapid speed to the X- Offset
Calibration start position.
• If the X- Offset Calibration is successful, the green LED icon is
displayed and the machine position minus the X- Offset is
displayed in the X-Datum field.
• If the X- Offset Calibration is not successful, the red LED icon is
displayed
• If the test bar was positioned more than 10 mm from the tool
setter head, the system will generate a fault. Reposition the test
bar to within 10 mm of the tool setter head and repeat the steps
above.
X+ Tool Setter Calibration

into the holder.
Figure 15–9. Dowel Pin Mounted in Boring Block with a Sleeve

4. Check the test bar for parallelism to the machine. Run an indicator back and
forth across the test bar, verifying the bar is parallel to the Z-axis.
The bar should not be out of alignment by any more than a couple of
tenths. Make any necessary adjustments before proceeding to the
next step.
Figure 15–10. Indicating a Dowel Pin for Parallelism to Z-Axis Motion
machine).
6. Enter the offset into the X+ Offset field. The offset is equal to the radius of
the test bar in mm.
The X+ Offset value is always a positive number in millimeters.
position.
bar to within 10 mm (0.4") of the bottom of the tool setter head. This is the
start position required for performing the X+ Calibration process.
Figure 15–11. Positioning a Dowel Pin at the Tool Setter Head

9. Select the CALIBRATE X+ F2 softkey. The Start Cycle button flashes.
feedrate.
• Set the Axis Feed Rate percentage at 100%.

setter head at 60 mmpm (2.362 ipm).
b. After the third touch, the axis moves at rapid speed to the X+ Offset
• If the X+ Offset Calibration is successful, the green LED icon is
displayed and the machine position minus the X+ Offset is
displayed in the X- Datum field.
• If the X+ Offset Calibration is not successful, the red LED icon is
displayed
above.
X Calibration Adjustment
The difference between X+ Datum Location and X- Datum Location should be
approximately the length of the stylus head in X. To validate the datum,
1. Cut a test part using a Turning operation with a tool that has been calibrated
with the tool setter.
2. Measure the turned part and compare to the programmed diameter.
• If the test part is under-size, increase the X+ or X- Datum values by half
the difference of the measured diameter and the programmed diameter.
• If the test part is over-size, decrease the X+ or X- Datum values by half

TM and TMX Models—Z-Axis Tool Setter Calibration
Please refer to TMX MY and TMX MYS Models—Z-Axis Tool Setter

Calibration, on page 15 - 30 for TMX MY and TMX MYS information.
For TM and TMX models, calibrate the Z- and Z+ offset as described in the appropriate
section below:
Z- Tool Setter Calibration

installing the test plate in a slot in the turret.
3. Use a magnet to securely attach the test plate to the turret. The left edge of
the test plate must be flush with the turret face.
Figure 15–12. Test Plate Secured with a Magnet for Z-axis Calibration
machine).

5. Enter the offset into the Z- Offset field. The offset is the distance from the
face of the turret to the surface of the plate that will contact the Stylus. The
value may be 0 if the plate is secured flush to the turret face. Otherwise, the
value is the thickness of the plate.
The Z- Offset value is always a positive number in millimeters.
Figure 15–13. Determining the Offset Required for Z-axis Calibration
position.
bar to within 10 mm (0.4") of the right-hand side of the tool setter head.
This is the start position required for performing the Z- Calibration process.
Figure 15–14. Positioning a Test Plate at the Tool Setter Head

8. Select the CALIBRATE Z- F3 softkey. The Start Cycle button flashes.
feedrate.
9. Press the flashing Start Cycle button. The Z axis moves slowly toward the
tool setter head at 100 mmpm (4 ipm).
a. When the test plate touches the tool setter head, the axis moves at rapid
b. After the third touch, the axis moves at rapid speed to the Z- Offset
• If the Z- Offset Calibration is successful, the green LED icon is
displayed and the machine position minus the Z- Offset is
displayed in the Z- Datum field.
• If the Z- Offset Calibration is not successful, the red LED icon is
displayed
above.
Z+ Offset Calibration
3. Use a magnet to securely attach the test plate to the turret. The left edge of
the test plate must be flush with the turret face.
Figure 15–15. Test Plate Secured with a Magnet for Z-axis Calibration

machine).
5. Enter the offset into the Z+ Offset field. The offset is the distance from the
The Z+ Offset value is always a positive number in millimeters.
Figure 15–16. Determining the Offset Required for Z-axis Calibration
position.
bar to within 10 mm (0.4") of the left-hand side of the tool setter head. This
is the start position required for performing the Z- Calibration process.
Figure 15–17. Positioning a Test Plate at the Tool Setter Head

8. Select the CALIBRATE Z+ F4 softkey. The Start Cycle button flashes.
feedrate.
b. After the third touch, the axis moves at rapid speed to the Z+ Offset
• If the Z+ Offset Calibration is successful, the green LED icon is
displayed and the machine position minus the Z+ Offset is
displayed in the Z+ Datum field.
• If the Z+ Offset Calibration is not successful, the red LED icon is
displayed
above.
Z Calibration Adjustment
The difference between Z+ Datum Location and Z- Datum Location should be
approximately the width of the stylus head in Z. To validate the datum,
1. Face and cut-off or part-off a test part using a tool that has been calibrated
2. Measure the length of the part and compare to the programmed length.
• If the test part is under-sized, increase the Z+ Datum value by the
difference of the measured length and the programmed length.
• If the test part is over-sized, decrease the Z+ Datum value by the

TMM Models—X-Axis Tool Setter Calibration
For TMM turning center models, calibrate the X- and X+ offset as described in the
appropriate section below:

into the holder.
machine).
5. Enter the offset into the X- Offset field. The offset is equal to the radius of the
test bar in mm.
position.
bar to within 10 mm (0.4") of the top of the tool setter head. This is the start
Figure 15–18. X- Axis Tool Setter Calibration—TMM

feedrate.
9. Press the flashing Start Cycle button. The X axis moves slowly toward the
displayed
above.

3. Attach the boring block to the turret and insert and securely attach the test
bar into the holder.
machine).
5. Enter the offset into the X+ Offset field. The offset is equal to the radius of
the test bar in mm.
position.

bar to within 10 mm (0.4") of the bottom of the tool setter head. This is the
Figure 15–19. X+ Axis Tool Setter Calibration—TMM

feedrate.

displayed
above.


TMM Models—Z-Axis Tool Setter Calibration
Calibrate the Z- and Z+ offset as described in the appropriate section below:

3. Use a magnet to securely attach the test plate to the turret.
machine).
5. Enter the offset into the Z- Offset field. The offset is the distance from the
Figure 15–20. Z- Offset—TMM
position.

bar to within 10 mm (0.4") of the right-hand side of the tool setter head.
This is the start position required for performing the Z- Calibration process.
Figure 15–21. Z- Axis Tool Setter Calibration—TMM

feedrate.
displayed
above.

3. Use a magnet to securely attach the test plate to the turret.
machine).
5. Enter the offset into the Z+ Offset field. The offset is the distance from the
Figure 15–22. Z- Offset—TMM
position.

bar to within 10 mm (0.4") of the left-hand side of the tool setter head. This
Figure 15–23. Z+ Axis Tool Setter Calibration—TMM

feedrate.
displayed
above.


TMX MY and TMX MYS Models—X-Axis Tool Setter
Calibration
For TMX MY and TMX MYS turning center models, calibrate the X- and X+ offset as
described in the appropriate section below.
A Sub-spindle Tool Setter option is available for TMX MYS machines.

Please refer to Sub-Spindle Tool Setter, on page 15 - 42 for details.

installing the gauge pin in a boring block.
3. Attach the boring block to the turret and insert and securely attach the gauge
pin into the holder.
Measure and record the diameter of the gauge pin. In the example
that follows, the diameter of the gauge pin is 12.7 mm.
4. Check the gauge pin for parallelism to the machine. Run an indicator back and
forth across the gauge pin, verifying the gauge pin is parallel to the Z-axis.
The gauge pin should not be out of alignment by any more than a
couple of tenths. Make any necessary adjustments before proceeding
to the next step.
machine).

6. Enter the offset into the X- Offset field. The offset is the distance from X Zero
(the face of the turret with the tool holder mounted) to the center of the tool
holder plus the pin radius. In the example below, the X- Offset is:
(100mm + Gauge Pin Radius 6.35mm) = 106.35mm.
Figure 15–24. X-axis Position for X- Calibration for TMX MY and TMX MYS machines
position.
8. Manually jog the axes toward the tool setter, positioning the side of the gauge
pin to within 10 mm (0.4") of the top of the tool setter head. This is the start
If the gauge pin is positioned more than 10 mm (0.4") from the tool

feedrate.

a. When the gauge pin touches the tool setter head, the axis moves at rapid
displayed
• If the gauge pin was positioned more than 10 mm from the tool
setter head, the system will generate a fault. Reposition the
gauge pinto within 10 mm of the tool setter head and repeat the
steps above.

3. Attach the boring block to the turret and insert and securely attach the gauge
Measure and record the diameter of the gauge pin.
forth across the test bar, verifying the gauge pin is parallel to the Z-axis.
to the next step.
machine).
6. Enter the offset into the X+ Offset field. The offset is the distance from X Zero
holder minus the pin radius. In the example below, the X+ Offset is:
(100mm - Gauge Pin Radius 6.35mm) = 93.65mm.
position.
pin to within 10 mm (0.4") of the bottom of the tool setter head. This is the

feedrate.

displayed
above.

TMX MY and TMX MYS Models—Z-Axis Tool Setter
Calibration
A Sub-spindle Tool Setter option is available for TMX MYS machines.

Please refer to Sub-Spindle Tool Setter, on page 15 - 42 for details.

forth across the test bar, verifying the gauge pin is parallel to the X-axis.
to the next step.
machine).
5. Enter the offset into the Z- Offset field. The offset is the centerline of the tool
holder, which is equal to the radius of the gauge pin. In this example, the Z-
and Z+ Offset is 6.35mm.
Figure 15–25. Gauge Pin measurement

position.
pin to within 10 mm (0.4") of the right-hand side of the tool setter head. This
If the gauge bar is positioned more than 10 mm (0.4") from the tool

feedrate.
9. Press the flashing Start Cycle button. The Z axis moves slowly toward the tool
a. When the gauge bar touches the tool setter head, the axis moves at rapid
displayed
above.

forth across the test bar, verifying the gauge pin is parallel to the X-axis.
to the next step.
machine).
5. Enter the offset into the Z+ Offset field. The offset is the centerline of the tool
holder, which is equal to the radius of the gauge pin. In this example, the Z-
Figure 15–26. Gauge Pin measurement
position.
pin to within 10 mm (0.4") of the left-hand side of the tool setter head. This is
the start position required for performing the Z- Calibration process.

feedrate.
9. Press the flashing Start Cycle button. The Z axis moves slowly toward the tool
displayed
above.

Tool Setter Operation
The Tool Setter can be operated either manually with softkeys on the Manual screen or
Function—M Code, on page 2 - 198 and WinMax Lathe NC Basic NC M Codes, on page 3 -
1 or ISNC M Codes, on page 5 - 1.
To operate the tool setter and calibrate tools, access the tool setter softkeys from the
Manual screen.

softkey menu.
3. Select the TOOL SETTER F4 softkey to access the Tool Setter softkey menu.
softkey, the tool setter output changes to that state and stays on
until another selection is made.
• ADVANCE TOOL SETTER F1—advances the tool setter. ADVANCED

appears in the Tool Setter field. The tool setter is ready to calibrate tools
when ADVANCED is selected.
The tool setter arm cannot be advanced if the machine is not
calibrated or if the turret is within 250mm (default factory setting) of
the spindle.
• RETRACT TOOL SETTER F2—retracts the tool setter. RETRACTED

appears in the Tool Setter field.
Automatic Operation
To operate the tool setter automatically, program a Machine Function data block within a

• Select M71 to retract the tool setter and enter the number of seconds to
dwell in the Dwell field.
• Select M72 to advance the tool setter and enter the number of seconds to
dwell in the Dwell field.

Setting Tools
With the Tool Setter option active, from the Tool Setup screen, select the Geometry
Offsets F3 softkey followed by the Tool Setter F6 softkey. This screen appears:
Figure 15–27. Tool Setter softkey menu
Softkeys are defined as follows:
• STANDARD LATHE TOOL F1—accesses the softkey menu for standard tool
calibration.
• RADIAL LIVE TOOL F2—accesses the softkey menu for radial live tool
calibration.
• AXIAL LIVE TOOL F3—accesses the softkey menu for axial live tool
calibration.
• ADVANCE TOOL SETTER F6—advances the tool setter for calibration.
• RETRACT TOOL SETTER F7—retracts the tool setter for calibration.
• BACK F8—returns to the Tool Geometry Offsets screen.

Setting Operation
Follow these steps to use the tool setter to set tools:

position.
3. Manually jog the axes toward the tool setter, positioning the side of the tool to
within 10 mm (0.4") of the tool setter head, either the top (X-), bottom (X+),
left-hand (Z+), or right-hand (Z-) side. This is the start position required for
performing the Tool Setting process.
If the tool is positioned more than 10 mm (0.4") from the tool setter
head, the calibration move may time-out.
4. Select the appropriate TOUCH softkey. The Start Cycle button flashes.
Refer to Standard Lathe Tools, on page 15 - 37, Radial Live Tools, on
page 15 - 38, and Axial Live Tools, on page 15 - 40 for information
about calibrating each tool type.
feedrate.
5. Press the flashing Start Cycle button. The selected axis moves slowly toward
the tool setter head at 100 mmpm (4 ipm).
a. When the tool touches the tool setter head, the axis moves at rapid speed
at approximately 10 mm in the opposite direction, then touches the tool
setter head two more times.
b. After the third touch, the axis moves at rapid speed to the start position.
• If the Calibration is successful, the offset is entered into the
appropriate Offset field.
• If the tool was positioned more than 10 mm from the tool setter
head, the system will generate a fault. Reposition the tool to
within 10 mm of the tool setter head and repeat the steps above.
• For TMX MY and TMX MYS machines, set the X Offset field in Tool
Setup, Geometry Offsets prior to calibrating for the tool radius.
• If an X Axis entry is in Diameter mode, then double the value
before entering it into the Tool Setup, Geometry Offsets, X Offset
field.

Standard Lathe Tools
With the tool setter advanced, select the appropriate softkey to set the standard lathe
tool in the selected orientation.
Figure 15–28. Standard Tool Setting screen
• BEGIN TOUCH X- F1—begins tool calibration in the X- direction.

• BEGIN TOUCH X+ F2—begins tool calibration in the X+ direction.
• BEGIN TOUCH Z- F3—begins tool calibration in the Z- direction.
• BEGIN TOUCH Z+ F4—begins tool calibration in the Z+ direction.

Radial Live Tools
With the tool setter advanced, select the appropriate softkey to set the tool in the
selected orientation.
Figure 15–29. Radial Tool Setting screen
• RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X- F1—begins radial tool calibration in the X-

direction.
• RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X+ F2—begins radial tool calibration in the
X+ direction.
• RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z- F3—begins radial tool calibration in the Z-
direction.
• RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z+ F4—begins radial tool calibration in the
Z+ direction.

Here is a live radial tool being set in the X- direction:
Figure 15–30. Radial live-tool X- Tool calibration

Axial Live Tools
With the tool setter advanced, select the appropriate softkey to set the tool in the
selected orientation.
For TMM machines, setting an axial live tool in the -X direction

changes the value in the Tool Setup, Geometry Offsets, X Offset field
to 0.
Figure 15–31. Axial Tool Setting screen
• AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X- F1—begins axial tool calibration in the X-

direction.
• AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X+ F2—begins axial tool calibration in the X+
direction.
• AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z- F3—begins axial tool calibration in the Z-
direction.
• AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z+ F4—begins axial tool calibration in the Z+
direction.

Here is a live axial tool being set in the X- direction:
Figure 15–32. Axial live-tool Z- Tool calibration

SUB-SPINDLE TOOL SETTER
The TMX MYS sub-spindle tool setter calibrates the tools with respect to the axes. The
removable sub-spindle tool setter consists of the tool setter arm and stylus. A protective
cap is securely positioned over the connection point on the sub-spindle housing while the
tool setter is not installed. In addition, a storage stand is attached to the machine to hold
the tool setter safely while not in use. The tool setter must be installed prior to its use,
and subsequently, it must be removed and retuned to its storage stand after use.
This section describes how to install and remove the TMX MYS sub-spindle tool setter,
and how to calibrate, align the stylus head, operate, and set tools using the sub-spindle
tool setter.
time.

changed.
The Y-axis must be set to 0.000 on the Tool Setter Calibration screen
for all of the following procedures.
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 43
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 43
Sub-spindle Tool Setter Stylus Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 44
Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 44
Sub-spindle Tool Setter—Setting Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 57
15 - 42 Sub-Spindle Tool Setter v546OP WinMax Lathe Options

Installation
To install the sub-spindle tool setter arm,
1. Locate the sub-spindle tool setter cap on the sub-spindle housing.

2. Release the locking arm at the base of the cap to remove the cap.
3. Locate the pin on the sub-spindle tool setter device.
4. Insert the self-aligning pin into the hole made visible by removing the cap.
5. Move the sub-spindle tool setter locking arm into the locked position.
The green light on the back of the stylus illuminates when the device
is properly installed.
Removal
Following the Sub-spindle tool setter operation and prior to machine operation, remove
the arm from the sub-spindle housing:
1. Move the Sub-spindle tool setter locking arm into the unlocked position.
2. Remove the tool setter.
3. Return the tool setter to its storage stand location on the machine.
4. Replace the tool setter cap on the sub-spindle housing.
5. Secure the tool setter cap in place.
WinMax Lathe Options v546OP Sub-Spindle Tool Setter 15-43

Sub-spindle Tool Setter Stylus Alignment
The TMX MYS Sub-spindle Tool Setter stylus head is located at the end of the tool setter
arm. The removable tool setter arm must be attached securely to the Sub-spindle
housing. Refer to Installation, on page 15 - 43 and Removal, on page 15 - 43 for details.
The sub-spindle tool setter stylus needs to be aligned correctly prior to tool calibration. To
align the stylus,
1. Use the center point of a turning tool, positioned near the mid-point of the
stylus head in the X-axis.
a. Loosen the screw at the base of the stylus head to adjust the height so the
center point of the tool is at the mid-point vertically of the stylus head.
b. Tighten the screw when the stylus is positioned properly.
c. Move the tool away from the stylus head.
2. Use a dial indicator mounted to the turret to position the stylus head so it is
parallel to the Z-axis travel.
a. Jog the axis so the indicator tip runs along the top face of the stylus head
to show the stylus is square to 0.002mm (0.0001").
b. Adjust the position of the stylus head with the two set screws located on
the right-hand side of the tool setter arm, below the stylus head.
Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration

The TMX MYS Sub-spindle Tool Setter can be calibrated in any axis order (X first, then Z;
or Z first, then X).
time.

changed.
The Y-axis must be set to 0.000 on the Tool Setter Calibration screen
for all of the following procedures.
Use a dowel pin for calibrating the sub-spindle tool setter.
Use a dowel pin of an appropriate length in order to avoid tools from

colliding with the sub-spindle tool setter when the turret is indexed.

Access the Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration screen to perform the calibration.
1. Press the Menu console button.

2. Select Utilities Screens.
3. Select the SYSTEM CONFIGURATION F1 softkey.
4. Select the HARDWARE CONFIGURATIONS F3 softkey. The SUB-SPN TL SETTER
CALIBRATION F2 softkey appears if the sub-spindle tool setter is installed and
operational.
The Hardware Configurations screen appears with a Caution
message. The message is there to alert users to be familiar with the
operations available on the screen selections that follow.
Figure 15–33. Hardware Configurations screen for TMX MYS with Sub-spindle Tool Setter

5. Select the SUB-SPN TL SETTER CALIBRATION F2 softkey. The Sub-spindle Tool
Setter Calibration screen appears:
To operate the Main spindle tool setter, use the Main Tool Setter
Calibration F1 softkey. Refer to Tool Setter, on page 15 - 1.
Figure 15–34. Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration screen

Position the W Axis
In order to perform sub-spindle tool setter calibration, the Machine W Axis field must be
set to 800.000 mm. Follow these steps to achieve the accurate setting:
1. Select the MOVE W AXIS TO LOCATION F6 softkey. The Start Cycle console
key flashes.
Figure 15–35. Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration Move W Axis
2. Press the Start Cycle console key. The W Axis moves to the 800.000 mm
position, which is then displayed in the Machine W Axis field.
Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration Fields

The Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration screen fields are defined as follows:
• Machine X Y Z W—displays absolute machine position of X, Y, Z, and W

axes.
The Machine Y field must be set to 0.000 during Tool Setter

Calibration.
• Tool Setter—displays current status of tool setter, either Unknown, Ready to

Use, or Not Ready. The tool setter must be Ready to Use to complete
calibration. Not Ready displays when the cap is in place on the sub-spindle
housing. Unknown appears if the removable tool setter
• Gray Square—(center of screen) represents the face of the tool setter
stylus. Use this icon as a reference for the Offsets and Datum Locations.
• X- Offset—value represents the distance from 0 (the center of the tool
number in millimeters.

• X- Datum Location—displays the machine position of the X-axis face of the
top of the stylus head. The default is zero if uncalibrated. If calibrated, the X-
Offset is subtracted from the machine position to obtain X- Datum.
• X+ Offset—value represents the distance from 0 (the center of the tool
number in millimeters. The X-Offset should be equal to the X+ Offset.
• X+ Datum Location—displays the machine position of the X-axis face of the
bottom of the stylus head. The default is zero if uncalibrated. If calibrated,
the X+ Offset is subtracted from the machine position to obtain X+ Datum.
• Z+ Offset—value represents the distance from the face of the turret to the
surface of the plate. The left side of the precision plate must be aligned with
the turret face. The offset must be a positive number in millimeters.
• Z+ Datum Location—displays the machine position of the left Z-axis face of
the stylus head. The default is zero if uncalibrated. If calibrated, the Z+
Offset is subtracted from the machine position to obtain Z+ Datum. A value
within the range of 550 mm to 800 mm must be entered.
• Z- Offset—value represents the distance from 0, equal to the distance from
the face of the turret to the surface of the plate. Set to zero if the left side of
the test plate is mounted flush with the turret.
• Z- Datum Location—displays the machine position of the Z-axis face of the
stylus head on the right side. The default is zero if uncalibrated. If calibrated,
the Z- Offset is subtracted from the machine position to obtain Z- Datum. A
value within the range of 550 mm to 800 mm must be entered.
• One LED icon appears next to each grouping of Offset fields and Datum
Location fields:
• A green icon means that the calibration process is successful.
• A red icon means that the calibration process is not successful. If this
occurs, repeat the calibration process. If the calibration process continues
to be unsuccessful, move the start point closer or further from the stylus
head.

X-Axis Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration
Calibrate the X- and X+ offset as described below.

Calibration.
X- Axis Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration

installing the gauge pin in a boring block.
3. Attach the boring block to the turret and insert and securely attach the dowel
4. Check the dowel pin for parallelism to the machine. Run an indicator back and
forth across the dowel pin, verifying the pin is parallel to the Z-axis.
The dowel pin should not be out of alignment by any more than a
to the next step.
machine).
6. Enter the offset into the X- Offset field. The offset is the distance from X Zero
holder plus the pin radius. In the example below, the X- Offset is:
(100mm + Dowel Pin Radius 6.35mm) = 106.35mm.
Figure 15–36. X-axis Position for X- Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration

7. Manually jog the axes toward the tool setter, positioning the side of the dowel
pin to within 10 mm (0.4") of the top of the tool setter head. This is the start
If the dowel pin is positioned more than 10 mm (0.4") from the tool

feedrate.
a. When the dowel pin touches the tool setter head, the axis moves at rapid
displayed
• If the dowel pin was positioned more than 10 mm from the tool
setter head, the system will generate a fault. Reposition the
gauge pinto within 10 mm of the tool setter head and repeat the
steps above.

X+ Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration
3. Attach the boring block to the turret and insert and securely attach the dowel
Measure and record the diameter of the dowel pin.
forth across the test bar, verifying the pin is parallel to the Z-axis.
to the next step.
machine).
6. Enter the offset into the X+ Offset field. The offset is the distance from X Zero
holder minus the pin radius. In the example below, the X+ Offset is:
(100mm - Dowel Pin Radius 6.35mm) = 93.65mm.
pin to within 10 mm (0.4") of the bottom of the tool setter head. This is the

feedrate.


tool setter head at 60 mmpm (2.362 ipm).
displayed
above.

Z-Axis Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration

Calibration.
Z- Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration

forth across the test bar, verifying the dowel pin is parallel to the X-axis.
to the next step.
machine).
5. Enter the offset into the Z- Offset field. The offset is the centerline of the tool
holder, which is equal to the radius of the dowel pin. In this example, the Z-
Figure 15–37. Z-axis Position for Z- Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration

pin to within 10 mm (0.4") of the right-hand side of the tool setter head. This
If the dowel bar is positioned more than 10 mm (0.4") from the tool

feedrate.
a. When the dowel bar touches the tool setter head, the axis moves at rapid
displayed
above.

Z+ Sub-spindle Offset Calibration
forth across the test bar, verifying the dowel pin is parallel to the X-axis.
to the next step.
machine).
5. Enter the offset into the Z+ Offset field. The offset is the centerline of the tool
holder, which is equal to the radius of the dowel pin. In this example, the Z-
Figure 15–38. Z-axis Position for Z+ Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration
pin to within 10 mm (0.4") of the left-hand side of the tool setter head. This is
the start position required for performing the Z- Calibration process.

feedrate.
displayed
above.

Sub-spindle Tool Setter—Setting Tools
With the Sub-spindle Tool Setter option, from the Tool Setup screen, select the Geometry
Offsets F3 softkey followed by the Tool Setter F6 softkey.
Refer to Installation, on page 15 - 43 for information about preparing

the Tool Setter for operation.
Figure 15–39. Tool Setup Sub-Spindle Tool Setter softkey
Select the SUB-SPINDLE TOOL SETTER Softkey to access the softkey selections. This
screen appears:
Figure 15–40. Tool Setter softkey menu

Softkeys are defined as follows:
• STANDARD LATHE TOOL F1—accesses the softkey menu for sub-spindle

tool setter, standard tool calibration.
• RADIAL LIVE TOOL F2—accesses the softkey menu for sub-spindle tool
setter, radial live tool calibration.
• AXIAL LIVE TOOL F3—accesses the softkey menu for sub-spindle tool
setter, axial live tool calibration.
• BACK F8—returns to the Tool Geometry Offsets screen.

Tool Setting Operation
Follow these steps to use the tool setter to set tools:

2. Manually jog the axes toward the tool setter, positioning the side of the tool to
within 10 mm (0.4") of the tool setter head, either the top (X-), bottom (X+),
left-hand (Z+), or right-hand (Z-) side. This is the start position required for
performing the calibration process.
If the tool is positioned more than 10 mm (0.4") from the tool setter
head, the calibration move may time-out.
3. Select the appropriate TOUCH softkey. The Start Cycle button flashes.
For information about calibrating each tool type refer to:
• Standard Lathe Tools and Sub-spindle Tool Setter, on page 15 -

60
• Radial Live Tools and Sub-spindle Tool Setter, on page 15 - 61
• Axial Live Tools and Sub-spindle Tool Setter, on page 15 - 62
feedrate.
4. Press the flashing Start Cycle button. The selected axis moves slowly toward
the tool setter head at 100 mmpm (4 ipm).
a. When the tool touches the tool setter head, the axis moves at rapid speed
at approximately 10 mm in the opposite direction, then touches the tool
setter head two more times.
b. After the third touch, the axis moves at rapid speed to the start position.
• If the Calibration is successful, the offset is entered into the
appropriate Offset field.
• If the tool was positioned more than 10 mm from the tool setter
head, the system will generate a fault. Reposition the tool to
within 10 mm of the tool setter head and repeat the steps above.
• Set the X Offset field in Tool Setup, Geometry Offsets prior to
calibrating for the tool radius.
• If an X Axis entry is in Diameter mode, then double the value
before entering it into the Tool Setup, Geometry Offsets, X Offset
field.

Standard Lathe Tools and Sub-spindle Tool Setter
Select the appropriate softkey to set the standard lathe tool in the selected orientation.
After a softkey is selected the Start Cycle button flashes. Refer to Tool Setting
Operation, on page 15 - 59 for details about axis movement.
Figure 15–41. Standard Tool Setting screen
• BEGIN TOUCH X- F1—begins tool calibration in the X- direction.

• BEGIN TOUCH X+ F2—begins tool calibration in the X+ direction.
• BEGIN TOUCH Z- F3—begins tool calibration in the Z- direction.
• BEGIN TOUCH Z+ F4—begins tool calibration in the Z+ direction.

Radial Live Tools and Sub-spindle Tool Setter
Select the appropriate softkey to set the tool in the selected orientation. After a softkey is
selected the Start Cycle button flashes. Refer to Tool Setting Operation, on page 15 - 59
for details about axis movement.
Figure 15–42. Radial Tool Setting screen
• RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X- F1—begins radial tool calibration in the X-

direction.
• RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X+ F2—begins radial tool calibration in the
X+ direction.
• RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z- F3—begins radial tool calibration in the Z-
direction.
• RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z+ F4—begins radial tool calibration in the
Z+ direction.

Axial Live Tools and Sub-spindle Tool Setter
Select the appropriate softkey to set the tool in the selected orientation. After a softkey is
selected the Start Cycle button flashes. Refer to Tool Setting Operation, on page 15 - 59
for details about axis movement.
Figure 15–43. Axial Tool Setting screen
• AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X- F1—begins axial tool calibration in the X-

direction.
• AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X+ F2—begins axial tool calibration in the X+
direction.
• AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z- F3—begins axial tool calibration in the Z-
direction.
• AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z+ F4—begins axial tool calibration in the Z+
direction.

ULTIMONITOR
The UltiMonitor option adds capability and flexibility to your WinMax Lathe operation by
providing connection to your Local Area Network (LAN). Using UltiMonitor, you can
communicate with other CNCs, and with PCs or file servers connected to your LAN using
standard TCP/IP and FTP protocols. UltiMonitor also includes Extended Shop Floor (ESF)
for remote machine monitoring and communication.
This section covers the use of the UltiMonitor product. For information about basic system
operation, refer to Getting Started with WinMax Lathe, Programming Basics, on page 4 -
1.
Customers using UltiNet should refer to this section for product

guidance. The UltiNet option provides the same FTP connectivity as
UltiMonitor but does not include ESF.
LAN Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 - 2
Configuring a Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 - 4
Using FTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 - 8
Extended Shop Floor (ESF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 - 12
WinMax Lathe Options v546OP UltiMonitor 16-1

LAN Requirements
To use UltiMonitor, you must have a Local Area Network (LAN or “network”) that supports
the IEEE 802.3 Ethernet hardware standards. Contact your IT provider for guidance
about proper LAN design and setup.
Limitations for UltiMonitor

1. Do NOT connect machines to a domain. When connecting a machine to a
network, a workgroup must be used. WinMax software runs on an embedded
Windows operating system, and any changes to the system could cause
unwanted effects.
2. Installing any physical cards, including wireless devices, is NOT supported.
WinMax is designed and configured to operate with the existing system
hardware.
3. Use of an Ethernet cable connection to a machine is required.
Glossary of Networking Terms

Following are definitions for networking terms used throughout this section.
• Client/Server—This is a term commonly used to describe how computers do

work for each other. One computer runs server software; the other computer
runs client software. The server software waits for requests from the client in
order to perform tasks. Many times the server is a background task that runs
all the time. A client is a user application on a PC or some other workstation
and usually will not run all the time. A user may begin running client
software, do some work, then shut down the client when finished. It is
important to note that a single server may handle many clients. It is also
possible for a computer to function as both a client and a server
simultaneously.
• Ethernet—Ethernet is a particular networking technology specification.
Ethernet uses CSMA/CD to gain access to the network media (cable). CSMA/
CD stands for Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection. Ethernet
sends its data on a carrier wave. Since there are multiple Ethernet adapters
attached to the same cable, they must take turns sending data. When ready
to transmit, an adapter checks for the presence of a carrier wave. If no
carrier is detected, the adapter begins transmission. If another adapter
begins transmitting data at the same time, a collision will occur. The Ethernet
hardware senses when a collision occurs. The two adapters involved in the
collision will stop, delay for a random length of time, and then try to
retransmit the data. This process repeats until the data is successfully sent.
Data is sent in the form of packets, which have a limited size, allowing other
hosts an opportunity to use the network media.
• FTP—This is an acronym for File Transfer Protocol. FTP is implemented using
the client/server model and uses TCP/IP as its protocols. FTP software
contains a standard set of commands that are used to transfer files and
manage directory structures.
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• Host—Any computer connected to a network can be a host, including a PC
running DOS, Windows XP/Vista/7, Windows NT; a UNIX workstation; a
mainframe computer; a CNC control; or any machine with networking
capability.
• IP Address—An IP (Internet Protocol) address is used to identify a particular
host on a network. Each host on a network must have a unique IP address
consisting of a 32-bit number usually presented in dotted decimal format; for
example, 200.100.150.1. This format divides the address into four single
byte values separated by decimal points. On most networks, the first three
bytes represent the network and the last byte is the host. Following this
practice, the first three bytes are the same for all hosts and the last byte is
different for each host. On the Internet, these cryptic addresses usually are
not used⎯most addresses are represented as plain text, which are converted
to IP addresses by DNS, or Domain Name Server. The underlying protocol still
uses the unique 32-bit IP addresses.
• TCP/IP—This is an acronym for the two major protocols of the Internet,
Transmission Control Protocol and Internet Protocol. IP data normally reaches
its intended destination, but there is no failure notification for the sender if it
does not. TCP, however, has an acknowledgment that the message was
received. The TCP layer of a protocol stack uses IP to send a message in the
form of packets, or bundles of data. Each packet must be acknowledged or it
will be sent again. This process repeats until the entire message, which
contains multiple packets, is received. TCP is defined as a reliable stream-
oriented protocol. The use of TCP/IP is not limited to the Internet. It is
commonly used for communication between hosts on LANs (local area
networks). It may be used for any application that requires reliable data
transfer.

Configuring a Network
UltiMonitor allows machines to be connected on a Local Area Network (LAN or “network”).
Configuring an IP address for your machine

An Internet Protocol (IP) address is a numerical label assigned to each device in a
computer network. IP addresses are assigned to a host either at the time of booting, or
permanently by fixed configuration of the hardware or software. Persistent configuration
is also known as using a static IP address. In contrast, a dynamic IP address occurs when
a device’s IP address is assigned with each reboot. All Hurco machines, by default, are
configured to use dynamic IP addresses. This is shown in the figure below.
The configuration can be changed to a static IP address, if desired. IP addresses must

always be unique to your network; contact your network administrator for the proper IP
address values.
To access the LAN and Internet Protocol properties:
1. Select the Windows key (or the Ctrl+Esc keys) on the keyboard to access
system settings through the Shell.
2. Expand the left pane of the Shell.
3. Select Control Panel.
4. Select Network Connections.
5. Enter password.
6. Highlight Local Area Connection.
7. Select File/Properties. (See Figure 16–1. Default LAN and Internet Protocol
Properties, on page 16 - 5.)
8. Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
9. Select Properties. The IP address configuration can be changed in the TCP/IP
Properties box that opens. (See Figure 16–1. Default LAN and Internet
Protocol Properties, on page 16 - 5.)

a. b.
Figure 16–1. Default LAN and Internet Protocol Properties

Configuring the Computer and Workgroup Names
A computer name is an easy way to locate a networked device when connected to a local
network, as an alternative to an IP address. Like IP Addresses, it is very important that
these names are unique. All Hurco machines are, by default, configured with unique
computer names. Although the default name is unique, it is not descriptive or easy to
remember, so many users may wish to change this value. The computer name is changed
in System Properties. To access:
2. Expand the left pane of Shell.
3. Select Control Panel.
4. Select System.
5. Enter password.
6. Select Computer Name tab. (See Figure 16–2. Computer Name Changes in
System Properties, on page 16 - 6.)
7. Select Change.
8. Enter new name in the Computer name field. Select OK. (See Figure 16–
2. Computer Name Changes in System Properties, on page 16 - 6.)
a. b.
Figure 16–2. Computer Name Changes in System Properties
While in this screen, the name of the workgroup or domain to which this machine is a
member may also be changed. Hurco DOES NOT support connections to network
domains. A workgroup can be used as a logical grouping of networked devices for a
particular purpose. It is easiest to place all devices under a particular workgroup but is
not required or necessary. By default, all Hurco controls are configured to be on the
workgroup named WORKGROUP.

Mapping a Network Drive
A server share is basically a folder on a different computer that is being shared with
everyone else. So when you “map a drive,” you are saying that you want access to that
folder on your computer also, which is done by mapping it to a letter, for example, F, G,
H, etc. To access the Map Network Drive dialog:
2. Expand right pane of Shell.
3. Select Map Drive.
4. Enter password. The Map Network Drive dialog box opens:
Figure 16–3. Map Network Drive dialog
To map a network drive:
1. Select an unused Drive letter to represent the shared folder and type in the
UNC path in the Folder field. UNC path is a special format for pointing to a
folder on another computer. The format is \\computer name\folder name.
If you're not sure what the name of the folder is, you can select Browse... to
find the computer that way. Select Entire Network, then Microsoft
Windows Network and expand the workgroup that your computer is in.
2. Click Reconnect at logon to make the connection permanent, which means

the drive will still be mapped even after you restart the computer.
If the drive is password protected, use the “Connect using a different
user name” link in the mapping window to configure the mapping
with the user name and password.

Using FTP
FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is a method of transferring files from one computer to
another, using the Internet. For Hurco machining and turning centers, FTP is required for
transferring programs between two or more machines. FTP can also be used to transfer
programs between a computer and a machine.
FTP Server Settings

To access the FTP Server Settings screen:
1. Press the Menu console key.

2. Select the Utilities softkey to access the Utilities screen and softkey menu.
3. Select the User Preferences softkey.
4. Select the More softkey.
5. Select the FTP Server Settings softkey. The screen is displayed:
Figure 16–4. FTP Server Settings screen
FTP Server Settings Fields

These fields are available on the FTP Server Settings screen:
• Enable FTP Server—select Yes to enable or No to disable the FTP server.

• FTP Server Port—enter a number for the FTP server port. The default is 21.
• Maximum Idle Time (mins)—enter the number of idle time minutes before
the server disconnects. The default is 0 with no time out.

• User 1-4 Name—enter each user’s logon name. Up to 4 users can logon.
• User 1-4 Password—enter each user’s logon password. Up to 4 users can
logon.
If the logon name is “anonymous,” the password is not required.
• User 1-4 Path—enter each user’s root path. Up to 4 users can logon.
FTP Server Settings Softkeys

These softkeys are available on the FTP Server Settings screen:
• Display WinMax IP Address—displays the IP address list in a pop-up

window. Select OK to close the window.
An IP (Internet Protocol) address is used to identify a particular host on a

network. Each host on a network must have a unique IP address consisting of
a 32-bit number usually presented in dotted decimal format; for example,
200.10.150.1. This format divides the address into four single byte values
separated by decimal points.
On most networks, the first three bytes represent the network and the last
byte is the host. Following this practice, the first three bytes are the same for
all hosts and the last byte is different for each host.
On the Internet, these cryptic addresses usually are not used—most

addresses are represented as plain text, which are converted to IP addresses
by DNS, or Domain Name Server. The underlying protocol still uses the
unique 32-bit IP addresses.
• Change FTP Root Drive—displays a pop-up window to browse for a folder.

Select the appropriate root drive and select OK to close the window. Select
Cancel to stop browsing without changing the root drive.
• Disconnect All Users—select Yes in the pop-up window to disconnect all
current FTP users; select No to cancel the disconnect operation.

FTP Manager
To manage FTP connections:
1. Press the Input console key.

2. Select the Project Manager softkey.
3. Select the FTP Manager softkey to open the FTP Host List screen. From here,
you can connect to or disconnect from, add, edit, and delete FTP servers which
are identified on this list:
Figure 16–5. FTP Host List screen
To access the FTP Host Properties screen to add a host to the FTP Host List screen:
1. Select the Add Host softkey. The FTP Host Properties screen appears.
Figure 16–6. FTP Host Properties screen
2. Enter an Alias name to appear on the FTP Host List screen for this host.

3. Enter an IP Address for connecting to the host.
4. Specify Yes or No for Automatic Login:
• If set to No, the user is required to enter the username and password at
the time of connection.
• If set to Yes, the User Name and Password fields appear. The username
and password are stored for automatic connection when the host is
selected.
5. Enter the Default Remote Directory to be opened, or leave this field blank for
the FTP server’s root directory.
6. Select either 8.3 DOS or LONG for the Filename Format field.
• 8.3—file names with eight characters before the period (.) and three
characters for an extension after the period are allowed.
• Long—the complete path to the file, including the drive letter, server
name, folder path, and file name and extension can contain up to 255
characters – however, it will be truncated to the 8.3 format. For example,
LongFilename.txt will be truncated to LongFil_.txt
7. Select the Apply softkey to add this host to the FTP Host List screen.
From the FTP Host List screen,
• Select the Connect softkey to connect to a host.

• Select Disconnect to disconnect from a host.
• Select Delete Host to remove a host from the list.
• Select the Exit softkey to return to the Project Manager screen.
Select the File Manager softkey to access a list of system directories and filenames
connected with UltiMonitor.
After editing, files may be saved directly to or from the remote

location:
1. Select the Save or Save As softkey in Program Manager.

2. Select the FTP Manager softkey. The screen will switch to
the remote File Manager, if connected, or to the login
screen if not connected.
3. When connected, select the appropriate remote directory
and save the file.

Extended Shop Floor (ESF)
Hurco Extended Shop Floor provides a web-based access point for a machine shop owner
to communicate and view machine data using a web browser. Additionally, ESF is a
distribution point for information about Hurco machine tools and it supports the remote
monitoring and diagnosis of machine tools. By default, an ESF connection is made to
Hurco when an internet connection is detected.
Here are the ESF connection states:
ESF State Description
The ESF Machine Service is not running. Clicking on this icon

will turn the ESF Machine Service on.
Please wait while the ESF Machine Service is starting and

attempting to establish a connection with the ESF Server.
The ESF Machine Service is running and communicating with

the ESF Server Clicking on this icon will turn the ESF Machine
Service off.
The ESF Machine Service is running but is unable to

communicate with the ESF Server. There may be a problem
with the network connection. Clicking on this icon will turn the
ESF Machine Service off.
For more information refer to the ESF User’s Guide found at the ESF website,
https://esf.hurco.com; a user account with password is required to access ESF.

ULTIPOCKET OPTION
The UltiPocket™ programming option adds special milling routines for machining pocket
boundaries. This option provides complete clean out of pockets. The Pocket Boundary is
the outside frame of the part. The basic philosophy of the UltiPocket option is to program
the boundary and then tell the system to remove stock within that boundary. This
approach eliminates complex calculations and shortens the part programming process.
The pocket feature is available for Mill Contour, Mill Frame, or Mill Circle live-tooling axial
or radial program data blocks. For machines configured with the UltiPocket option, the
Process tab Milling Type field contains the Pock Boundary (Pocket Boundary) selection. In
addition, the Pocket Type field appears with Inward and Outward selections. Select either
Arc or Line for the Cutter Comp field in the Axial or Radial Mill Contour or Mill Frame data
block.
There are two types of Pocket Boundaries:
• Outward—When this routine is selected, the tool begins cutting from the
center region of the part outward to pocket the entire programmed boundary.
This operation is, therefore, the same as the standard WinMax Pocket
selection. With this selection the cutter overlap is controlled by the Pocket
Overlap value.
• Inward—This selection cuts in from the outside of the defined boundary.
When this routine is selected, the tool enters the part and begins following a
path formed by offsetting the boundary one-half the tool radius, plus the
Pocket Overlap.
To control the percentage of overlap during cutting, enter a value in the Pocket Overlap
field. After the first pass, the tool follows a path produced by offsetting the boundary by
the tool radius, plus the pocket overlap for each pass.
After pocketing the boundary, the tool then cuts around the inside of the boundary using
the selected blend offset and the programmed tool radius.
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For TMM, TMX MY, and TMX MYS series machines, the turret moves the tool into position
and the spindle turns, meaning the motion is in the X and C axes. The tool cuts the stock
moving in the programmed direction.
Figure 17–1. Axial Circle Pocket with X- and C-Axis movement
For TMX MY and TMX MYS series machines, the Geometry tab has a Linear Y Motion
selection. When this feature is selected, the C Position field appears for entering the
angle of the C-Axis position. The turret moves the tool into position, the live-tooling
spindle turns, and there is Y-Axis motion using the X and X’ axes. The tool cuts the stock
moving in the programmed direction.
Figure 17–2. Axial Circle Outward Pocket with Linear Y Motion selection
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Mill Contours
To create a Mill Contour data block using the UltiPocket option, set up the operation in the
start segment (segment zero). As in standard WinMax milling, an UltiPocket Mill Contour
block consists of segments beginning with segment zero.
With the cursor in the MILLING TYPE field, select Pock Boundary (Pocket Boundary) in the
Start segment to indicate this block is the boundary of the part. The boundary must occur
first in the program.
The Pocket Type field appears with Inward and Outward selections. This block is
programmed in the same manner as the standard WinMax Mill Contour, with the addition
of the Pocket Overlap percentage. Select either Arc or Line for the Cutter Comp field in
the Axial or Radial Mill Contour data block.
The segments after the Start segment are programmed in the same manner as standard
milling lines and arcs. Automatic calculation of unknown points is available for these data
blocks.
Mill Frame
The Mill Frame data block is often used to create the part boundary. With the cursor in the
MILLING TYPE field, select Pock Boundary (Pocket Boundary).
programmed in the same manner as the standard WinMax Mill Frame, with the addition of
the Pocket Overlap percentage. Select either Arc or Line for the Cutter Comp field in the
Axial or Radial Mill Frame data block.
Mill Circle
The Mill Circle data block is used for boundaries. With the cursor in the MILLING TYPE
field, select Pock Boundary (Pocket Boundary).
programmed in the same manner as the standard WinMax Mill Circle, with the addition of
the Pocket Overlap percentage.
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WASHDOWN GUN
An optional washdown gun is available for spraying coolant inside the enclosure to clean
the machine. The sprayer is located on the front right side of the machine.
To use the washdown gun,
1. Select the Manual console key to access the Manual screen.

2. Select the TOGGLE WASHDOWN GUN F7 softkey to power the washdown gun
located on the front right side of the machine on or off.
• When on, coolant will be on for the Washdown Gun when the door is open.
• The Washdown Gun is active when the Primary coolant is on.
• The selection is modal and remains in its current state until another
selection is made.
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RECORD OF CHANGES
11.01 v546OP January 2017
Revised by: H.Arle
Approved by: D.Skrzypczak
Changes
Updates to reflect software changes.
704-0115-409, May 2015
Revised by: K.Gross
Approved by: D.Skrzypczak
Changes
704-0115-409 Updates through software v09.02.130.15.

Updated Bar Feed Block with Dwell (Sec) field for Tool Not Used and Tool as Bump Stop
strategies.
Added Max5 UI Graphics Screen option for Max 4 consoles.
Added and updated Tool Repair option.
704-0115-408, May 2013
Revised by: K.Gross
Approved by: D.Skrzypczak, May 2013
Changes
704-0115-408 Updates through software v09.02.34.

Added Part Ejector information for TMX MYS machines.
Added information for Automatic Tailstock Interrupt and Stop Cycle operation.
WinMax Lathe Options v546OP Record of Changes — I

704-0115-407, October 2012
Revised by: K.Gross
Approved by: D.Skrzypczak, K.Van Blaircum October 2012
Changes
704-0115-407 Updates through software v09.00.43.

Added “Select Holes by Diameter” feature to DXF.
Added Sub-spindle Tool Setter information to Tool Setter section.
Revised with updated Logo and Hurco Brand Standards.
704-0115-406, March 2012
Revised by: K.Gross
Approved by: D.Skrzypczak March 2012
Changes
704-0115-405, December 2011
Revised by: K.Gross
Approved by: D.Skrzypczak, J.Mulkey, G.Traicoff, K.Van Blaircum
Changes

Updates to Tool Setter section, including Probing Tools.
Added Steady Rest section.
Added Preliminary information for DXF live-tooling.
Added UltiMonitor chapter and removed UltiNet section.
Set cross-references between books.
Added ScreenPath condition and paragraph tag.
II - Record of Changes v546OP WinMax Lathe Options

704-0115-404, April 2011
Revised by: K.Gross
Changes
• 704-0115-404 Updates through software v8.1.2.
704-0115-403, June 2010, ECN 16538
Revised by: K.Gross
Changes
• 704-0115-403 Updates through software v8.1.1.

• Added Automatic Door, Oil Skimmer, Parts Conveyor, Ultipockets sections.
704-0115-402, April 2009, ECN 16508
Revised by: K.Gross
Approved by: D.Skrzypczak, J.Mulkey, C.Thale, G.Traicoff
Changes
• 704-0115-402 rB Updates through software v2.02.05.

• 704-0115-402 rA Updates through software v2.02.03.
704-0115-401, September 2008, ECN 16508
Revised by: K.Gross
Approved by: D.Skrzypczak, J.Mulkey, C.Thale, G.Traicoff
Changes
• 704-0115-401 rB Added information to front matter about On-screen Help and

accessing the On-screen Help in PDF format.
• 704-0115-401 rA New manual release, July 2008,
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B
INDEX BACK F8 15 - 35, 15 - 58
Bar Feed Block
COLLET PULLS STOCK, Strategy field
3-2
A FINGERS PULL STOCK, Strategy field
ACCEPT F1 softkey 6 - 11 3 - 2, 3 - 4
ACCESSORY OPERATIONS F4 softkey 9 - 1, STRATEGY field 3 - 2
10 - 1, 15 - 34 TOOL AS BUMP STOP, Strategy field 3 -
Address expressions 7 - 7 2
Addresses Tool Change Override 3 - 7
with numbers 7 - 4 TOOL GUIDES STOCK, Strategy field 3 -
with variables 7 - 4 2
ADVANCE AT X field, Cutoff Block screen 9 - TOOL NOT USED, Strategy field 3 - 2
2 BAR FEED F4 softkey
ADVANCE PART CATHCER field 9 - 2 TMM Series 3 - 1
ADVANCE PARTS CATCHER F3 softkey 9 - 1 bar feed, rotating 3 - 3, 3 - 5
ADVANCE TAILSTOCK F1 softkey 13 - 2 bar feeder 3 - 1
advance tool setter (M72) 15 - 34 Bar Feeder Finished Close Chuck (M21) 3 -
ADVANCE TOOL SETTER F1 softkey, Tool 8
Setter option 15 - 34 Bar Feeder M Codes 3 - 8
ADVANCE TOOL SETTER F6 softkey, Tool bar pulling 3 - 1
Setter option 15 - 35 bar pushing 3 - 1
Alarm 3000 messages 7 - 4 BEGIN TOUCH X- F1 softkey 15 - 60
ALL OFF F3 softkey 6 - 4 BEGIN TOUCH X- F1 softkey, Tool Setter
ALL ON F2 softkey 6 - 4 screen 15 - 37
angle 6 - 8 BEGIN TOUCH X+ F2 softkey 15 - 60
Arguments BEGIN TOUCH X+ F2 softkey, Tool Setter
passing 7 - 19 screen 15 - 37
Auto Door 2 - 1 BEGIN TOUCH Z- softkey 15 - 60
Auto mode 4 - 3 BEGIN TOUCH Z- softkey, Tool Setter
Autochain contours 6 - 6 screen 15 - 37
automatic operation 9 - 2 BEGIN TOUCH Z+ F4 softkey 15 - 60
AXIAL LIVE TOOL F3 softkey, Sub-spindle BEGIN TOUCH Z+ F4softkey, Tool Setter
Tool Setter screen 15 - 58 screen 15 - 37
AXIAL LIVE TOOL F3 softkey, Tool Setter Blend Offset field
screen 15 - 35 UltiPocket 17 - 1
AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X- F1 softkey Build DB F2 softkey 6 - 3
15 - 62 Building data blocks 6 - 11
AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X- F1 softkey,
Tool Setter screen 15 - 40
AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X+ F2 softkey
C
15 - 62 C Position field
AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X+ F2 softkey, UltiPocket 17 - 2
Tool Setter screen 15 - 40 CAD
AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z- softkey 15 - compatibility software 6 - 2
62 calculator, on-screen - x
AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z- softkey, Tool calibration adjustment
Setter screen 15 - 40 TM and TMX X-Axis 15 - 11
AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z+ F4 softkey TM and TMX Z-Axis 15 - 16, 15 - 33,
15 - 62 15 - 56
AXIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z+ F4softkey, TMM X-Axis 15 - 20
Tool Setter screen 15 - 40 TMM Z-Axis 15 - 25
AXIS ORDER field 3 - 8 TMX MY and TMX MYS X-Axis 15 - 29,
15 - 52
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Center X field 6 - 29 FTP Server Settings screen 16 - 9
Center Z field 6 - 29 DO loops 7 - 15
CHANGE FTP ROOT DRIVE F5 softkey Drawing scale, DXF 6 - 6
FTP Server Settings screen 16 - 9 DWELL field
chip conveyor 4 - 1 Bar Feed block 3 - 4, 3 - 5, 3 - 6
operation 4 - 1 DXF
softkeys 4 - 2 Load Selected File(s) F1 softkey 6 - 5
CHIP CONVEYOR FORWARD F1 softkey 4 - DXF Edit Modify - ARC screen 6 - 29
1 DXF Edit Modify - LINE screen 6 - 29
Chip Conveyor M Codes 4 - 2
Chip Conveyor Off (M51) 4 - 2
Chip Conveyor On (M50) 4 - 2 E
CHIP CONVEYOR REVERSE F2 softkey 4 - 1 EDIT DRAWING F4 softkey 6 - 3
CHIP CONVEYOR STOP F3 softkey 4 - 1 editing DXF drawing 6 - 25
chuck Emergency Stop - x
collet option 5 - 1 ENABLE AUTO CHAINING F3 softkey 6 - 11
external 5 - 1 ENABLE FTP SERVER field
footswitch option 5 - 2 FTP Server Settings screen 16 - 8
internal 5 - 1 END POINT F3 softkey 6 - 7, 6 - 8
types 5 - 1 End Point Tolerance, DXF 6 - 6
Chuck Open for Bar Feeder Start (M20) 3 - Endpoint1 X field 6 - 29
8 Endpoint1 Z field 6 - 29
Client Endpoint2 X field 6 - 29
definition 16 - 2 Endpoint2 Z field 6 - 29
CLOSE AUTO DOOR F2 softkey Error messages 6 - 4
Manual screen, Accessory Operations #3000 7 - 4
2-2 error messages - ix
collet chuck holder option 5 - 1 Ethernet
Collet Pulls Stock strategy, Bar Feed block definition 16 - 2
3-6 European machines 1 - 2
COLLET PULLS STOCK, Strategy field EXPLODE PCURVE F3 softkey 6 - 26, 6 - 30
Bar Feed Block 3 - 2 Expression
collet style tool puller 3 - 2 spacing 7 - 9
Completing program 6 - 25 symbols 7 - 7
control extend 6 - 27
power on - x EXTEND DYNAMICALLY F3 softkey 6 - 13
Convert values to inches 6 - 6 EXTEND F1 softkey 6 - 26
CONVEYOR field 4 - 2 EXTEND FREEHAND F3 softkey 6 - 18
Create new program 6 - 4 EXTEND INTERSECTION F2 softkey 6 - 13
Cutter Comp field external chuck 5 - 1
UltiPocket 17 - 1, 17 - 3
F
D FACE F5 softkey 6 - 16
DELETE F1 softkey 6 - 26, 6 - 30 FEED (Z2) field
DFX screen 6 - 3 Bar Feed block 3 - 5, 3 - 6
DIRECTION field FEED field
Bar Feed Block 3 - 3, 3 - 5 Bar Feed block 3 - 6
Direction field 6 - 29 feed pull field
DISABLE AUTO CHAINING F4 softkey 6 - Bar Feed block 3 - 4, 3 - 6
11 Feed X2/Z2, Bar Feed block 3 - 4
DISCONNECT ALL USERS F6 softkey File Transfer Protocol 16 - 8
FTP Server Settings screen 16 - 9 definition 16 - 2
Display converted geometry 6 - 6 finger style bar puller 3 - 2
DISPLAY MACHINE IP ADDRESS F4 softkey, FINGERS PULL STOCK, Strategy field
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Bar Feed Block 3 - 2, 3 - 4 JOIN F2 softkey 6 - 26, 6 - 28
FIT TO VIEW F2 softkey 6 - 3, 6 - 11, 6 - Jump M99 7 - 15, 7 - 17
13, 6 - 14, 6 - 15, 6 - 16, 6 - 17, 6 -
18, 6 - 19, 6 - 21, 6 - 22, 6 - 23, 6 -
24 K
FTP Keywords 7 - 7
definition 16 - 2
FTP Host 16 - 11
FTP Host List screen 16 - 10
L
FTP Host Properties screen 16 - 10 LAN Requirements 16 - 2
FTP MANAGER F8 softkey Large files 7 - 1
Project Manager screen 16 - 10 Layers F5 softkey 6 - 4
FTP SERVER PORT field Length field 6 - 29
FTP Server Settings screen 16 - 8 LINE F1 softkey 6 - 7
FTP Server Settings 16 - 8 Linear Y Motion
UltiPocket 17 - 2
Load Selected File(s) F1 softkey, DXF 6 - 5
G
G65 Macro Command, Subprogram Call 7 -
18, 7 - 19, 7 - 20, 7 - 22
M
G66 Modal Subprogram Call 7 - 19, 7 - 20, M02 7 - 15
7 - 27 M116 cycle part ejector 11 - 2
Global variables 7 - 2 M20 Chuck Open for Bar Feeder Start 3 - 8
glossary 16 - 2 M21 Bar Feeder Finished Close Chuck 3 - 8
GOTO statements 7 - 13 M22 Start Bar Feeder (Bar Load) 3 - 8
Gray Square (Tool Setter) icon, Tool Setter M23 Start Bar Feeder for Z Guided Feed 3 -
screen 15 - 47 8
Gray Square (Tool Setter) icon, Tool Setter M24 Advance Tailstock Quill (BNC) 13 - 3
screen, main spindle 15 - 5 M24 turn on the Parts Conveyor 10 - 1
M25 Retract Tailstock Quill (BNC) 13 - 3
M25 turn off the Parts Conveyor 10 - 1
H M30 Program End 7 - 15
H codes 7 - 23 M50 Chip Conveyor On 4 - 2
hard jaws 5 - 2 M51 Chip Conveyor Off 4 - 2
Hole Diameter, DXF 6 - 6 M58 advance Part Catcher 9 - 2
Host M59 retract Part Catcher 9 - 2
definition 16 - 3 M71 retract the tool setter 15 - 34
M72 advance the tool setter 15 - 34
M78 Advance Tailstock Quill ISNC) 13 - 3
I M79 Retract Tailstock Quill (ISNC) 13 - 3
icons - x M85 Open Auto Door 2 - 2
ID STRAIGHT F3 softkey 6 - 15 M86 Close Auto Door 2 - 2
ID TAPER F4 softkey 6 - 15 M98 Subprogram Call 7 - 20
IF statements 7 - 13 M99 Jump, Return from Program 7 - 15, 7 -
Indirect variables 7 - 10 17
internal chuck 5 - 1 Machine X Y Z fields, Tool Setter screen
INTERSECTION F1 softkey 6 - 7, 6 - 8 15 - 47
Inward Pocket Type 17 - 1 Machine X Y Z fields, Tool Setter screen,
IP (Internet Protocol) definition 16 - 9 main spindle 15 - 5
IP address machine, European 1 - 2
definition 16 - 3 Macro Command, Subprogram Call G65 7 -
18, 7 - 19, 7 - 20, 7 - 22
Macro Mode 7 - 2
J Manual mode 4 - 1
jaws 5 - 2 Manual operation 9 - 1
join 6 - 28 Math expressions 7 - 7
WinMax Lathe OptionsDXF v546OP Index — VII

MAXIMUM IDLE TIME (MINS) field Manual screen, Accessory Operations
FTP Server Settings screen 16 - 8 10 - 1
messages PART CONVEYOR REVERSE F2 softkey
error - ix Manual screen, Accessory Operations
MIDDLE POINT F2 softkey 6 - 7, 6 - 8 10 - 1
Mill Circle PART CONVEYOR STOP F3 softkey
UltiPocket 17 - 3 Manual screen, Accessory Operations
Mill Contours 10 - 1
UltiPocket 17 - 3 Part Ejector 11 - 1
Mill Frame PART EJECTOR ADVANCE F1 softkey
UltiPocket 17 - 3 Manual screen, Accessory Operations
Modal Subprogram Call G66 7 - 19, 7 - 20, 11 - 1
7 - 27 part ejector cycle, M116 11 - 2
Modal subprograms 7 - 26 PART EJECTOR F4 softkey, Manual screen,
mode Accessory Operations 11 - 1
programming - x PART EJECTOR RETRACT F2 softkey
modify a drawing 6 - 29 Manual screen, Accessory Operations
MODIFY F3 softkey 6 - 26, 6 - 29 11 - 1
MOVE X THEN Z F1 softkey 3 - 8 PART PROGRAMMING F7 6 - 4
MOVE Z THEN X F2 softkey 3 - 8 Part programming features 6 - 2
parts catcher 9 - 1
automatically advance 9 - 2
N manual operation 9 - 1
NC Variables 7 - 2 operation 9 - 1
networking terms 16 - 2 PAUSE AT END (SEC) field, Cutoff Block
screen 9 - 2
PICK RAPID POINT F5 softkey 6 - 11
O Pock Boundary field
OD STRAIGHT F1 softkey 6 - 14 UltiPocket 17 - 1
OD TAPER F2 softkey 6 - 14 pocket
Oil Skimmer 8 - 1 inward 17 - 1
OIL SKIMMER OFF F2 softkey, Manual outward 17 - 1
screen Accessory Operations 8 - 1 Pocket Boundary 17 - 1
OIL SKIMMER ON F1 softkey, Manual Pocket Overlap field
screen Accessory Operations 8 - 1 UltiPocket 17 - 1
on-screen calculator - x Pocket Type field
OPEN AUTO DOOR F1 softkey UltiPocket 17 - 1
Manual screen, Accessory Operations POINT - ANGLE F3 softkey 6 - 8
2-2 POINT - POINT F2 softkey 6 - 7
option power-on
chip conveyor 4 - 1 control - x
parts catcher 9 - 1 Program control statements 7 - 12
optional chuck footswitch 5 - 2 call subprogram 7 - 12
optional tailstock footswitch 13 - 4 current program 7 - 12
Outward Pocket Type 17 - 1 indirect variables 7 - 12
overview 1 - 2 program status - ix
PULL FEED field
P Bar Feed block 3 - 4, 3 - 6
PAN F3 softkey 6 - 3, 6 - 11, 6 - 13, 6 - 14,
6 - 15, 6 - 16, 6 - 17, 6 - 18, 6 - 19, Q
6 - 21, 6 - 22, 6 - 23, 6 - 24 Quit CAD F8 softkey 6 - 4
PARAMETERS F1 softkey 6 - 5
Parameters F1 softkey 6 - 3
PART CONVEYOR FORWARD F1 softkey
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R scaling feature 6 - 2
RADIAL LIVE TOOL F2 softkey, Sub-spindle screens
Tool Setter option 15 - 58 FTP Host Properties 16 - 10
RADIAL LIVE TOOL F2 softkey, Tool Setter Select Holes by Diameter 6 - 6
option 15 - 35 SELECT LAYER F1 softkey 6 - 4
RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X- F1 softkey SELECT VALUE F3 softkey 6 - 6
15 - 61 Server
RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X- F1 softkey, definition 16 - 2
Tool Setter screen 15 - 38 servo-driven bar feeders 3 - 2
RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X+ F2 softkey SET AXIAL COORDINATE SYSTEM F7 soft-
15 - 61 key, DXF 6 - 9
RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH X+ F2 softkey, SET AXIAL PROGRAM ZERO F1 softkey, DXF
Tool Setter screen 15 - 38 6-9
RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z- softkey SIMULTANEOUS F3 softkey 3 - 8
15 - 61 SKIP CORNER F3 softkey 6 - 17
RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z- softkey, soft jaws 5 - 2
Tool Setter screen 15 - 38 Spacing in expressions 7 - 9
RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z+ F4 15 - 61 SPINDLE ON field
RADIAL TOOL BEGIN TOUCH Z+ F4 softkey, Bar Feed Block 3 - 3, 3 - 5
Tool Setter screen 15 - 38 split 6 - 29
Read restrictions 7 - 3 SPLIT F4 softkey 6 - 26, 6 - 29
REFERENCE field STANDARD LATHE TOOL F1 softkey, Sub-
part zero or machine zero 3 - 7 spindle Tool Setter option 15 - 58
REMNANT EJECT field STANDARD LATHE TOOL F1 softkey, Tool
Bar Feed block 3 - 5 Setter option 15 - 35
RETRACT PARTS CATCHER F4 softkey 9 - 1 Start Angle field 6 - 29
RETRACT TAILSTOCK F2 softkey 13 - 2 Start Bar Feeder (Bar Load) (M22) 3 - 8
retract the tool setter (M71) 15 - 34 Start Bar Feeder for Z Guided Feed (M23)
RETRACT TOOL SETTER F2 softkey 15 - 34 3-8
RETRACT TOOL SETTER F7 softkey, Tool status, program - ix
Setter option 15 - 35 Stop program execution 7 - 16
Return from Program M99 7 - 15, 7 - 17 STORE MACHINE POSITION F7 softkey
ROTATE COORDINATE SYSTEM F2 softkey, Position Block 3 - 7
DXF 6 - 9 Position Block Tool Change 3 - 3, 3 - 4,
ROTATE DRAWING F5 softkey 6 - 6 3 - 5, 3 - 6, 3 - 8
Rotating Bar Feed, Tool as Bump Stop, Di- STRATEGY field
rection field 3 - 3 Bar Feed Block 3 - 2
Rotating Bar Feed, Tool as Bump Stop, RMP stylus alignment, main spindle tool setter
field 3 - 3 15 - 2
Rotating Bar Feed, Tool as Bump Stop, stylus alignment, tool setter 15 - 44
Spindle On field 3 - 3 Subprogram call 7 - 12
Rotating Bar Feed, Tool Guides Stock, Di- Subprogram Call G65 7 - 18, 7 - 19, 7 - 20,
rection field 3 - 5 7 - 22
Rotating Bar Feed, Tool Guides Stock, RPM Subprogram Call M98 7 - 20
field 3 - 5 Subprograms 7 - 17
Rotating Bar Feed, Tool Guides Stock, Spin- G65 7 - 18
dle On field 3 - 5 G66 7 - 27
RPM field layering local variables 7 - 20
modal 7 - 26
Bar Feed Block 3 - 3, 3 - 5
passing argument lists 7 - 19
specifying iterations 7 - 20
S sub-spindle tool setter
sample screens - ix calibration screen 15 - 45
SAVE DXF F6 6 - 4 sub-spindle tool setter calibration
Saving variables to files 7 - 10 TMX MYS Z-Axis 15 - 53
WinMax Lathe OptionsDXF v546OP Index — IX

Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration F1 soft- tool setter, main spindle
key 15 - 46 calibration screen 15 - 4
sup-spindle stylus alignment 15 - 2
tool setter 15 - 42 tool sub-spindle setter calibration
Sweep Angle field 6 - 29 TMX MYS X-Axis 15 - 49
Symbols 7 - 7 TRIM F2 softkey 6 - 26, 6 - 30
System variables 7 - 2 turret
move to the defined X, Z position 3 - 7
move to the home position 3 - 7
T not move 3 - 7
tailstock 13 - 1
footswitch option 13 - 4
operation 13 - 2 U
softkeys 13 - 2 UltiMonitor 16 - 1
tailstock, TM10 13 - 5 UltiNet 16 - 1
TCP/IP glossary 16 - 2
definition 16 - 3 UNDO LAST F2 softkey 6 - 11
TM10 Tailstock 13 - 5 UNDO LAST F7 softkey 6 - 26
TOGGLE COORDINATE SYSTEM F4 softkey units of measure - x
6-6 USE PART CATCHER field 3 - 3
TOGGLE WASHDOWN GUN F7 softkey 18 - USER 1-4 NAME field
1 FTP Server Settings screen 16 - 9
Tool and part setup 6 - 25 USER 1-4 PASSWORD field
TOOL AS BUMP STOP, Strategy field FTP Server Settings screen 16 - 9
Bar Feed Block 3 - 2 USER 1-4 PATH field
TOOL CHANGE OVERRIDE area 3 - 7 FTP Server Settings screen 16 - 9
Bar Feed data block 3 - 7
TOOL field
Bar Feed block 3 - 2 V
TOOL GUIDES STOCK, Strategy field Vacant variables 7 - 5
Bar Feed Block 3 - 2 Variable example 7 - 11
TOOL NOT USED, Strategy field Variable expressions 7 - 7
Bar Feed Block 3 - 2 Variable summary 7 - 28
TOOL OFFSETS field Variables
Bar Feed block 3 - 2 indirect 7 - 10
TOOL REQUIRES COOLANT field 3 - 4, 3 - 6 layering 7 - 20
tool setter 15 - 1 restrictions 7 - 3
stylus alignment 15 - 44 vacant 7 - 5
sub-spindle 15 - 42 variables 7 - 2
tool setter advance (M72) 15 - 34
tool setter calibration
TM and TMX X-Axis 15 - 7
W
TM and TMX Z-Axis 15 - 12 Washdown Gun 18 - 1
TMM X-Axis 15 - 17 WHERE field, Position data block 3 - 7
TMM Z-Axis 15 - 21 WHILE loops 7 - 14
TMX MY and TMX MYS X-Axis 15 - 26 Write restrictions 7 - 3
TMX MY and TMX MYS Z-Axis 15 - 30
TOOL SETTER CALIBRATION F1 softkey, X
main spindle tool setter 15 - 5
Tool Setter field, Tool Setter screen 15 - 47
TM and TMX 15 - 11
Tool Setter field, Tool Setter screen, main
TMM 15 - 20
spindle 15 - 5
TMX MY and TMX MYS 15 - 29, 15 - 52
tool setter retract (M71) 15 - 34
X coordinate 3 - 7
tool setter sub-spindle
X- Datum Location field, Tool Setter screen
calibration screen 15 - 45
15 - 48
X - Index v546OP WinMax Lathe OptionsDXF

X- Datum Location field, Tool Setter screen, Z3 field
main spindle 15 - 5 Bar Feed block 3 - 4, 3 - 6
X End field, Cutoff Block screen 9 - 2 Z4 field
X- Offset field, Tool Setter screen 15 - 47 Bar Feed block 3 - 6
X- Offset field, Tool Setter screen, main Z-Axis Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration
spindle 15 - 5 TMX MYS 15 - 53
X, stop position in X 3 - 3 Z-Axis Tool Setter Calibration
X+ Datum Location field, Tool Setter screen TM and TMX 15 - 12
15 - 5, 15 - 48 TMM 15 - 21
X+ Offset Calibration 15 - 18, 15 - 28, 15 - TMX MY and TMX MYS 15 - 30
51 Zoom Box screen button 6 - 4
X+ Offset field, Tool Setter screen 15 - 5, ZOOM OUT F1 softkey 6 - 3, 6 - 11, 6 - 13,
15 - 48 6 - 14, 6 - 15, 6 - 16, 6 - 17, 6 - 18,
X1 field 6 - 19, 6 - 21, 6 - 22, 6 - 23, 6 - 24
Bar Feed block 3 - 3, 3 - 4, 3 - 5, 3 - 6 ZOOM WINDOW F3 softkey 6 - 3
X2 field ZOOM WINDOW F6 softkey 6 - 6, 6 - 11
Bar Feed block 3 - 4, 3 - 6 ZX Angle field 6 - 29
X2/Z2 FEED field
Bar Feed block 3 - 4
X3 field
X4 field
X-Axis Sub-spindle Tool Setter Calibration
TMX MYS 15 - 49
X-Axis Tool Setter Calibration
TM and TMM 15 - 7
TMM 15 - 17
TMX MY and TMX MYS 15 - 26
Z
TM and TMX 15 - 16
TMM 15 - 25
TMX MY and TMX MYS 15 - 33, 15 - 56
Z coordinate 3 - 7
Z- Datum Location field, Tool Setter screen
15 - 6, 15 - 48
Z- Offset field, Tool Setter screen 15 - 6,
15 - 48
Z+ Datum Location field, Tool Setter screen
15 - 6, 15 - 48
Z+ Offset Calibration 15 - 14, 15 - 23, 15 -
32, 15 - 55
Z+ Offset field, Tool Setter screen 15 - 5,
15 - 48
Z1 field
Bar Feed block 3 - 3, 3 - 4, 3 - 5, 3 - 6
Z2 FEED field
Bar Feed block 3 - 5, 3 - 6
Z2 field
Bar Feed block 3 - 4, 3 - 5, 3 - 6
Z2, position where the tool engages the
work piece 3 - 5
WinMax Lathe OptionsDXF v546OP Index — XI

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WINMAX LATHE OPTIONS

January 2017 v546OP

Hurco Manufacturing Company reserves the right to incorporate any modification or

© 2018 Hurco Companies, Inc. All rights reserved.

Patents:U.S. Patents B14,477,754; 5,453,933; Canadian Patent 1,102,434; Japanese

AutoCAD, Autodesk, and DXF are registered trademarks of Autodesk, Inc.

MS-DOS, Microsoft, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Hurco Companies, Inc.

For Hurco subsidiary contact information, go to Hurco’s Web site:

ii - WinMax Lathe Options v546OP WinMax Lathe Options

Programming and Operation Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii

WinMax Lathe Options v546OP Table of Contents — iii

NC Productivity Package Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .7 - 1

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Parts Catcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . .9 - 1

Parts Conveyor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 - 1

Part Ejector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 - 1

Steady Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 - 1

Thread Repair Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 - 1

Tool Setter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .15 - 1

WinMax Lathe Options v546OP Table of Contents -v

Sub-Spindle Tool Setter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... ... ... . .15 - 42

UltiMonitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .... ... ... . .16 - 1

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Washdown Gun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 - 1

WinMax Lathe Options v546OP Table of Contents -vii

Prompts and Error/Status Area

WinMax Lathe Options v546OP Documentation Conventions — ix

Console Buttons and Keys

Using the Touchscreen

x - Documentation Conventions v546OP WinMax Lathe Options

Ensures proper operation of the machine and control.

? Steps that can be taken to solve potential problems.

Hints and Tricks

Useful suggestions that show creative uses of the WinMax features.

Where can we go from here?

Lists several possible options the operator can take.

WinMax Lathe Options v546OP Documentation Conventions — xi

Using the On-screen Help

• Use the Hide button to hide the navigation pane.

• Use the Index tab to show the Help index:

xii - Programming and Operation Information v546OP WinMax Lathe Options

Printing the Programming Manuals

1. From the Input screen, select the PROJECT MANAGER F8 softkey.

• For WinMax Lathe on a machine, the path is D:\Hurco\Hurco Lathe\hlp.

The PDF files will appear in the right-hand pane.

WinMax Lathe Options v546OP Programming and Operation Information — xiii

WinMax Lathe Options v546OP Options 1-1

1 Machine Frame or Base 7 Enclosure Door

3 Turret 9 Power cabinet (rear)

4 Parts Catcher option 10 Communications panel (side)

5 Conveyor option 11 Tailstock and chuck gauge options

6 Coolant Drip Tray 12 Bar Feeder option

1 - 2 Options v546OP WinMax Lathe Options

Auto Door Operation

WinMax Lathe Options v546OP Auto Door 2-1