Rockwell Automation 8520-MUM 9/Series CNC Mill Operation and Programming Manual Documentation Set - Manual (Page 826)

Using Transfer Line Cycles
Chapter 31
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If the workstation is unable to complete the download procedure in the
allotted time frame due to communication failure, it displays this screen:
F1 - File F2 - Project F3 - Application F4 - Utility F5 - Configuration
Proj: TRAN230 Appl: Download Util: Send Part Program
A time-out occurred ...
Press any key to continue ...
Press any key to return to the ODS main menu.
If the Download Failed
If the download failed and the message “A time--out occurred ...” is
displayed on the workstation you should check the following.
Device Setup -- The controls port that the ODS workstation is
connected to must be configured to communicate to ODS. This is
performed through the Device Setup softkey. Refer to your Mill
Operation and Programming manual.
Cable Connection -- Make sure you made the correct cable as described
in chapter 6 of your ODS reference manual. Make sure all cable
connections are tight.
Program Active or being Edited -- Make sure you have not selected
one of the part program templates as the active program (selected for
execution) or as open for editing. Programs that are active or open for
editing display either an A or an E next to the program name on the part
program directory. You must exit the editor or deactivate the part
program template before that specific program will download.