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Alternate datums, To rotate the reference frame (datum) – HEIDENHAIN IK 5293 User Manual

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Chapter 5

Advanced Measuring & Output

Alternate Datums

Use the rotate function to rotate the current reference frame. Note the position
of the reference frame indicator (RFI) in the part view window. Its relationship
to the measured part changes after rotation.

To rotate the reference frame (datum)

Step 1
Select rotate from the datum menu.

Step 2
Select the axis the reference frame will rotate around as shown.

Step 3
Enter the amount of rotation in degrees.