HEIDENHAIN CNC Pilot 4290 - Manual (Page 87)

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Geometry submenu
G: Direct input of the G number / Calls the G list
Line: Activates the G1 Geo dialog box
CirClockwise arc, counterclockwise with incremental or ab-
solute center dimensioning
Form Elements of the contour, subprogram call, reference
plane for pocket/island
Attributes (auxiliary commands) for contour definition
Front: Basic elements, figures or patterns of the contour
on the front or rear face (machining with the C axis)
Surface: Basic elements, figures or patterns on the lateral
surface (machining with the C axis)
Instructions for structuring the program and for section
codes
Graphics: Activate/update the contour in the graphic
simulation windows
4.3.2 Geometry Menu
The ”Geometry” submenu contains G functions and
instructions for the BLANK and FINISHED PART
sections.
Selecting a G function:
■ The G number is known: Select ”G” and enter the
number.
■ The G number is not known:
Select ”G.”
Press the CONTINUE soft key
Select the G function from the list of G numbers
■ ”G menu”: To select the desired G function, use the
pull-down menu.
”Instr(uctions)” pull-down menu:
■ DIN PLUS words – calls selection list containing:
■ Instructions for structuring the program.
■ Instructions for input/output.
■ Section codes for contours with the C/Y axis.
■ Variables – Enter a variable or mathematical
expression
■ FRONT, SURFACE, REAR SIDE
The dialog box for entering the contour position
(reference plane/reference diameter) appears.
Enter the Z position/diameter
The CNC PILOT inserts the section code below
the position of the cursor.
■ AUXILIARY CONTOUR (TEMPORARY) – inserts
the section code below the position of the cursor.
■ Comment line – Enter a comment. The comment
is inserted above the position of the cursor.
Single menu item:
■ Graphic – Activates/deactivates contours in the
graphic window.
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The DIN PLUS Edit
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