1 graphics, Function, Overview of display modes – HEIDENHAIN TNC 406 User Manual
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11 Test run and Program Run
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11.1 Graphics
Function
In the program run modes of operation as well as in the Test Run
mode, the TNC graphically simulates the machining of the workpiece.
Use the BLK FORM ON/OFF soft key to determine if the graphic
should be shown or not. Using soft keys, select whether you desire:
Plan view
Projection in 3 planes
3-D view
The TNC will not show a graphic if
the current program has no valid blank form definition
no program is selected
Overview of display modes
The TNC displays the following soft keys in the program run and
test run modes of operation:
A graphic simulation is not possible for program sections
or programs in which rotary axis movements or a tilted
working plane are defined. In this case, the TNC will
display an error message.
The TNC graphic does not show a radius oversize DR that
has been programmed in the TOOL CALL block.
The TNC can display the graphic only if the ratio of the
short side to the long sides of the BLK FORM is greater than
1:64!
Display mode
Soft
key
Plan view
Projection in 3 planes
3-D view