HEIDENHAIN IK 5394-3D - Manual (Page 538)

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Chapter 6 System Setup
Probe Rack Calibration
Probe rack calibration establishes the rack’s position on the measuring table and
defines the location of probe tip ports within the rack.
Defining the probe rack type
To define the probe rack type, select the appropri-
ate number of ports and the probe rack orienta-
tion on the table.
Probe rack parameters
The probe rack parameters explained below require
adjustment only if there is difficulty loading a probe
tip.
Initial clearance
The position the probe moves in preparation for
docking.
Docking distance
The distance the probe moves into the rack port to dock or pickup a probe.
Retract distance
The distance the probe moves from the rack port after docking.