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Displaying externally generated files on the tnc, Data backup, File manager: fundamentals 3.3 – HEIDENHAIN TNC 640 (34059x-02) User Manual

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File manager: Fundamentals

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TNC 640 | User's Manual
HEIDENHAIN Conversational Programming | 5/2013

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Displaying externally generated files on the TNC

The TNC features several additional tools which you can use to
display the files shown in the table below. Some of the files can
also be edited.

File types

Type

PDF files
Excel tables

Internet files

pdf
xls
csv
html

Text files

txt
ini

Graphics files

bmp
gif
jpg
png

For further information about displaying and editing the listed file
types: See page 120

Data Backup

We recommend saving newly written programs and files on a PC at
regular intervals.

The TNCremoNT data transmission freeware from HEIDENHAIN is
a simple and convenient method for backing up data stored on the
TNC.

You additionally need a data medium on which all machine-
specific data, such as the PLC program, machine parameters,
etc., are stored. Ask your machine manufacturer for assistance, if
necessary.

Saving the contents of the entire hard disk (2GB) can
take up to several hours. In this case, it is a good
idea to save the data outside of work hours, e.g.
during the night.

Take the time occasionally to delete any unneeded
files so that the TNC always has enough hard-disk
space for system files (such as the tool table).

Depending on operating conditions (e.g., vibration
load), hard disks generally have a higher failure rate
after three to five years of service. HEIDENHAIN
therefore recommends having the hard disk
inspected after three to five years.