PUNCH-AMNC3IV2 REF-E01-202212 (6796498 - C) - Division-Part 1-11

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TURRET PUNCH PRESS
AMNC 3i PUNCH
REFERENCE MANUAL
6796498--C
PUNCH-AMNC3IV2 REF-E01-202212
PREFACE
: CE mark countries
: Non-CE mark countries
O Before installing, operating, or maintaining this product, carefully read the manual(s)
and thoroughly understand the contents.
O Strictly observe the Hazard Information on Machine and the warnings described in
the manual(s).
O If you are not sure of how to operate this product, do not operate it by guesswork,
but be sure to reread the manual(s) and operate it correctly as described in the
manual(s).
O Always keep the manual(s) near this product so that you can reread the manual(s).
O When you transfer this product to another owner, be sure to hand it together with the
manual(s) to the new owner.
This manual classifies the hazardous situations into the following levels:
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in damage to this product.
Indicates not a warning but an item of information which
should be known to work.
Reference Manual:
AMNC 3i Punch
© 2022 by AMADA CO., LTD.
No part of this publication may be photocopied or otherwise reproduced without the prior Dec. 2022
written permission of AMADA CO., LTD.
ii Printed in Japan
CONTENTS
Part 1 Description ........................................................ 1-1

1. Description ...................................................................... 1-2
2. Features .......................................................................... 1-2
3. Operation......................................................................... 1-3
4. User authentication ......................................................... 1-5
Part 2 Layout of Main Display .................................... 2-1

1. Basic layout of main display ............................................ 2-2
2. Common area of main display ........................................ 2-4
3. Layout of sub display....................................................... 2-8
4. Program mode................................................................ 2-10
4-1. LOAD display........................................................... 2-10
4-2. EDIT PROGRAM display......................................... 2-12
4-3. PROCESS MONITOR display ................................. 2-15
5. Schedule mode .............................................................. 2-18
5-1. LOAD display........................................................... 2-18
5-3. SCHEDULE display ................................................. 2-22
6. CNC mode...................................................................... 2-27
Part 3 Operation .......................................................... 3-1

1. Starting AMNC 3i ............................................................. 3-2
2. User login ........................................................................ 3-3
3. Zero-returning.................................................................. 3-4
4. Manual operation............................................................. 3-7
5. Running program operations ........................................... 3-9
5-1. Selecting operating mode ......................................... 3-9
5-2. Preparing programs .................................................. 3-9
5-3. Starting program operations .................................... 3-10
6. Running schedule operations ......................................... 3-11
6-1. Selecting operating mode ........................................ 3-11
6-2. Preparing schedules ................................................ 3-11
6-3. Starting schedule operations ................................... 3-12
7. Exiting AMNC 3i ............................................................. 3-13
(Continued on next page.)
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Part 4 Selecting Operating Mode ............................... 4-1
1. Type of operating mode .................................................. 4-2
2. Selecting Program mode................................................. 4-3
3. Selecting Schedule mode ............................................... 4-3
Part 5 Preparing Programs......................................... 5-1

1. Preparing to load programs............................................. 5-2
1-1. Displaying program list with diagrams ...................... 5-2
2. Selecting media............................................................... 5-3
3. Managing programs ........................................................ 5-4
3-1. Saving NC data ........................................................ 5-4
3-2. Removing NC data ................................................... 5-5
3-3. Managing folders ...................................................... 5-6
3-4. Optional settings ....................................................... 5-7
4. Searching for programs.................................................. 5-12
4-1. Simple search .......................................................... 5-12
4-2. Advanced search ..................................................... 5-12
4-2-1. Filtering by folder name .................................... 5-14
4-3. Barcode search ....................................................... 5-15
5. Loading programs into PROCESS MONITOR display .. 5-16
Part 6 Starting Program Operations .......................... 6-1

1. To show PROCESS MONITOR display .......................... 6-2
2. Checking setup ............................................................... 6-3
3. Tool setup ........................................................................ 6-4
4. Workclamp setup ............................................................ 6-6
5. Worksheet setup ............................................................. 6-6
6. Running program operations........................................... 6-7
6-1. If machine stops during automatic operation ........... 6-7
7. Reprocessing sheets....................................................... 6-8
8. Resume .......................................................................... 6-10
Part 7 Preparing Schedules ....................................... 7-1

1. Schedule list and temporary list ...................................... 7-2
2. Adding jobs ...................................................................... 7-3
3. Utilizing temporary list ..................................................... 7-6
4. Editing schedule list ........................................................ 7-7
5. Editing on JOB Settings window .................................... 7-12
6. Checking setup .............................................................. 7-14
7. Checking jobs that can be run with current
installation conditions..................................................... 7-15
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Part 8 Starting Schedule Operations ......................... 8-1
1. Display of PROCESS MONITOR display ........................ 8-2
2. Running schedule operations .......................................... 8-3
3. Editing program during schedule operation .................... 8-5
4. Setup during schedule operation .................................... 8-6
5. Reprocessing sheets ....................................................... 8-7
Part 9 Editing Programs ............................................. 9-1

1. Edit function..................................................................... 9-3
1-1. Creating new programs ............................................ 9-3
1-2. Immediately processing after editing program
in media .................................................................... 9-5
1-3. Editing program that you want to
run later during schedule operation .......................... 9-6
1-4. Editing program information ..................................... 9-7
1-5. Saving edited program to media .............................. 9-9
1-6. Discarding program during editing ........................... 9-9
1-7. Editing program ....................................................... 9-10
1-8. Editing used tools .................................................... 9-10
2. Draw mode ..................................................................... 9-12
2-1. Edit drawing functions ............................................. 9-12
2-1-1. MATERIAL ........................................................ 9-14
2-1-2. BASE POINT .................................................... 9-15
2-1-3. MULTIPLE-PART .............................................. 9-16
2-1-4. END VALUE ...................................................... 9-19
2-1-5. REMNANT CUT ................................................ 9-20
2-2. Creating programs that start from origin .................. 9-23
3. G-code mode.................................................................. 9-24
3-1. Editing in G-code mode ........................................... 9-24
3-2. Search and replace ................................................. 9-25
3-2-1. Search............................................................... 9-26
3-2-2. Replace ............................................................. 9-27
3-2-3. Multiple string replace ....................................... 9-28
3-3. Copy, cut, and paste ................................................ 9-30
3-4. Check functions ....................................................... 9-31
3-4-1. Searching for program line
that matches drawing element ......................... 9-31
3-4-2. Checking processing order ............................... 9-32
3-5. INPUT GUIDE function ............................................ 9-34
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Part 10 Common Tools .............................................. 10-1
1. Description ..................................................................... 10-2
2. MONITOR tab ................................................................ 10-3
2-1. CURRENT VALUE .................................................. 10-3
2-2. I/O ............................................................................ 10-5
2-3. PROCESS QTY. ...................................................... 10-6
2-4. PRESS .................................................................... 10-7
3. PANEL tab ...................................................................... 10-8
3-1. OPERATION button................................................. 10-9
3-2. PUNCH button ........................................................ 10-12
3-3. SETUP button......................................................... 10-16
3-4. MAINTENANCE button .......................................... 10-17
3-5. PERIPHERAL MACHINE button ............................ 10-19
4. PRESS tab .................................................................... 10-20
4-1. TOOL INSTALL view............................................... 10-20
4-2. PRESS M-CODE view ........................................... 10-21
Part 11 Editing Press Processing Conditions ......... 11-1

1. TOOL INSTALL view ...................................................... 11-2
1-1. Registering changes ................................................ 11-4
1-2. Filtering .................................................................... 11-5
1-3. Turret tab ................................................................. 11-6
1-4. Displaying layout ..................................................... 11-7
1-5. Displaying detailed information ............................... 11-9
1-6. LINKED ID TOOL .................................................... 11-9
1-7. Registering .............................................................. 11-9
1-8. Deleting .................................................................. 11-10
2. PRESS M-CODE view ...................................................11-11
2-1. Registering changes................................................11-11
2-2. M-code search ........................................................ 11-12
2-3. Bottom position correction by material type
and thickness ......................................................... 11-13
2-4. Comment ................................................................ 11-14
2-5. Guide ...................................................................... 11-15
2-6. Setting default values ............................................. 11-15
2-7. Importing all ............................................................ 11-16
2-8. Exporting all ............................................................ 11-16
2-9. Importing................................................................. 11-17
2-10. Exporting .............................................................. 11-17
2-11. NIBBLING tab ....................................................... 11-18
2-12. PUNCHING tab .................................................... 11-18
2-13. KNOCKOUT tab ................................................... 11-19
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2-14. MARKING tab ....................................................... 11-20
2-15. SLITTING tab ....................................................... 11-21
2-16. FORMING tab....................................................... 11-22
2-17. MPT TAP tab ........................................................ 11-24
Part 12 Utilities ........................................................... 12-1

1. UTILITIES display .......................................................... 12-2
1-1. Editing category ....................................................... 12-3
1-2. CHANGE LAYOUT button ....................................... 12-4
1-2-1. USE DEFAULT LAYOUT button ....................... 12-4
1-2-2. Moving and copying .......................................... 12-4
1-3. Utilities ..................................................................... 12-6
1-3-1. Automatic Reference Position Return: G50 ...... 12-6
1-3-2. Return to 2nd Machine Position........................ 12-7
1-3-3. Positioning (Rapid Traverse): G00 ................... 12-8
1-3-4. Unloading .......................................................... 12-9
1-3-5. Clamp Positioning ............................................ 12-10
1-3-6. Try Forming ...................................................... 12-11
1-3-7. Check MPT Tap ............................................... 12-19
1-3-8. Remnant Cut .................................................... 12-20
Part 13 Results Function ........................................... 13-1

1. COMPLETED display ..................................................... 13-2
1-1. Results list ............................................................... 13-2
1-2. Exporting data in results list
and deleting all results data ..................................... 13-4
1-2-1. Output data format ............................................ 13-5
1-3. Reprocessing using data in results list ................... 13-10
1-3-1. Program mode ................................................. 13-10
1-3-2. Schedule mode ................................................ 13-10
1-4. Detailed information................................................ 13-11
1-4-1. PROCESS TIME tab ........................................ 13-13
1-4-2. PROCESS CHARGE tab ................................. 13-15
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Part 14 Maintenance Function .................................. 14-1
1. MAINTENANCE display ................................................. 14-3
1-1. PRESS SETTINGS view ......................................... 14-4
1-1-1. Prevent the tool broken tab .............................. 14-4
1-1-2. Tool Life Warning tab ........................................ 14-4
1-1-3. Changing Tap Stroke tab .................................. 14-5
1-1-4. Offset All Formings tab ..................................... 14-6
1-2. MACHINE PARAMETERS view .............................. 14-7
1-3. REGISTER USER view ........................................... 14-8
1-3-1. User account list ............................................... 14-8
1-3-2. Registering/editing/deleting user account ........ 14-9
1-4. MATERIAL MASTER/SKID MASTER view ............ 14-11
1-4-1. Material Type tab ............................................. 14-12
1-4-2. Material tab ...................................................... 14-13
1-4-3. Material Code tab ............................................ 14-15
1-4-4. Skid tab ............................................................ 14-17
1-4-5. SkidLayout tab ................................................. 14-19
1-5. INSPECTION view ................................................. 14-22
1-5-1. Schedule tab .................................................... 14-22
1-5-2. Completing inspections ................................... 14-23
1-5-3. Editing/adding/deleting inspection items ......... 14-24
1-5-4. Supply tab ........................................................ 14-27
1-5-5. Options tab ...................................................... 14-28
1-6. BACKUP view......................................................... 14-29
1-6-1. Auto tab............................................................ 14-29
1-6-2. Manual tab ....................................................... 14-31
1-7. CNC MAINTENANCE view .................................... 14-32
1-7-1. Elapsed Time tab ............................................. 14-32
1-7-2. Settings tab ...................................................... 14-33
1-7-3. System Setting tab .......................................... 14-35
1-7-4. Macro tab ......................................................... 14-36
1-7-5. Hit Count tab .................................................... 14-37
1-8. ADSS view .............................................................. 14-38
1-8-1. To manually upload logs to ADSS ................... 14-39
1-8-2. To permit/ban log upload to ADSS................... 14-39
1-9. VERSION INFO. view ............................................ 14-40
1-10. ECO INFO. PARAMETER view ............................ 14-41
1-10-1. Setting tab...................................................... 14-41
1-10-2. Charges tab ................................................... 14-43
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Part 15 Optional Functions........................................ 15-1
1. OPTIONS display ........................................................... 15-2
1-1. SCHEDULE SETTINGS view .................................. 15-3
1-1-1. Operation Setting tab ........................................ 15-3
1-1-2. Auto Pallet Selection tab ................................... 15-6
1-1-3. TIME SETTING tab ........................................... 15-7
1-1-4. Inventory File Output Setting window ............... 15-8
1-2. SETUP CONFIG. view ........................................... 15-10
1-3. MAIL view ............................................................... 15-15
1-3-1. Setting procedure ............................................ 15-15
1-3-2. Receiving notice by email ................................ 15-18
1-3-3. Sending email manually................................... 15-19
1-4. DRAWING CONFIGURATIONS view ..................... 15-20
1-4-1. Common tab .................................................... 15-20
1-4-2. Input Guide tab ................................................ 15-21
1-5. SWITCH LANGUAGE view .................................... 15-22
1-6. M2M Gateway window ........................................... 15-23
1-7. WAREHOUSE SETTINGS view ............................. 15-24
1-7-1. Rack Configuration Settings tab ...................... 15-24
1-7-2. Station Settings tab.......................................... 15-26
Part 16 History Function ............................................ 16-1

1. HISTORY display ........................................................... 16-2
1-1. History list ................................................................ 16-3
1-2. Operating history ..................................................... 16-5
1-2-1. ACT TIME ......................................................... 16-6
1-2-2. DETAIL.............................................................. 16-8
1-2-3. ELEC. ENERGY ............................................... 16-9
1-2-4. ELEC. BILL ....................................................... 16-9
Part 17 Inventory Management Function ................. 17-1

1. INVENTORY display ...................................................... 17-2
1-1. Displaying pallet detailed information ...................... 17-5
1-1-1. Pallet information .............................................. 17-6
1-1-2. Stacking information ......................................... 17-7
1-1-3. Stacking Sheets ............................................... 17-11
1-1-4. Detailed stacking information........................... 17-12
1-1-5. Parts traceability information ........................... 17-13
1-1-6. Parts/skeleton related information ................... 17-14
1-2. Editing inventory ..................................................... 17-15
1-2-1. Pallet information ............................................. 17-16
1-2-2. Stacking information ........................................ 17-17
1-2-3. Stacking Sheets information ............................ 17-20
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1-3. Moving pallets ........................................................ 17-21
1-4. Operating state ....................................................... 17-22
1-5. Pallet position maintenance ................................... 17-23
Part 18 Warehouse Management Function .............. 18-1

1. WAREHOUSE display.................................................... 18-2
1-1. Displaying pallet detailed information ...................... 18-6
1-1-1. Pallet information .............................................. 18-7
1-1-2. Stacking information ......................................... 18-8
1-1-3. Stacking Sheets ............................................... 18-12
1-1-4. Detailed stacking information ............................. 18-13
1-1-5. Parts traceability information .............................. 18-14
1-1-6. Parts/skeleton related information ................... 18-15
1-2. Editing inventory information .................................. 18-16
1-2-1. Pallet information ............................................. 18-17
1-2-2. Stacking information ........................................ 18-19
1-2-3. Stacking Sheets information ............................ 18-22
1-3. Searching ............................................................... 18-23
1-3-1. Search information .......................................... 18-24
1-4. Moving pallets ........................................................ 18-26
1-4-1. Designated retrieval ......................................... 18-27
1-4-2. Designated storing ........................................... 18-28
1-4-3. Search retrieval ............................................... 18-29
1-4-4. Automatic storing ............................................. 18-30
1-4-5. Movement between stations ............................ 18-31
1-4-6. Change ............................................................ 18-33
1-5. Operating state ....................................................... 18-34
1-6. Pallet position maintenance ................................... 18-35
Appendix ........................................................................ A-1

1. Windows opened from indicators .................................... A-2
1-1. Alarm window ........................................................... A-2
1-2. Line Operation Readiness Status window ............... A-4
1-3. Axis Setting window .................................................. A-5
2. Removing USB flash drives ............................................ A-6
3. When program in SDD server is not displayed
with diagram .................................................................... A-7
4. Editing stacking position
when unloading parts with TK ......................................... A-8
5. Windows opened from sidebar ...................................... A-12
5-1. Software keyboard .................................................. A-13
5-2. ID tool browser ........................................................ A-15
5-3. Help ......................................................................... A-15
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Part 1
Description
1. Description ...................................................................... 1-2

2. Features .......................................................................... 1-2
3. Operation......................................................................... 1-3
4. User authentication ......................................................... 1-5
1-1
1. Description
AMNC 3i is a software application for running program and schedules you created
on a machine.
This operator's manual pertains to punching machines.
2. Features
User-friendly design and large display
O You can perform on-site tasks with simple operation, improving the productivity.
O After studying the operations in current and older AMNC software, frequently-used
functions and buttons are placed in accessible locations.
O With a large screen, characters and buttons on the display are larger and easier
to see.
O The user authentication allows you to customize the display language settings
and displays and restrict software functions.
Checking of process status with online trace

O You can see the progress of the processing at a glance with the real-time display
of the processing position.
O If a processing stops in the middle, you can restart the process from that position.
Integration with terminals of peripheral equipment

O You can operate peripheral equipment from AMNC 3i.
O Stronger integration between machines and peripheral equipment allows
comprehensive management and operation.
Network operation and maintenance

O Programs created in VPSS 3i, AP100 and Dr.ABE can be downloaded through the
network.
O Operation support software (vFactory, etc.) is supported.
1-2
3. Operation
AMNC 3i starts up and shuts down in conjunction with machines. Turn the power on
or off using the [POWER ON/OFF] button on the NC control panel.
The operation on AMNC 3i is performed by touching the screen. Use the keyboard
to enter characters and numbers. You can also enter with the software keyboard
when you select [Software Keyboard Function] from a sidebar shown on the right
edge of the display. Two-point touch operation is supported, and you can operate
just like you would on a smartphone or tablet. (Use of mouse is supported.)
NOTE
O If you touch to operate wearing gloves, AMNC 3i does not react correctly.
Operating with bare hands is recommended.
Click (tap)
Procedure
Touch a certain position on the screen with
your finger and release.
Use cases
O Pressing a button.
O Selecting an item in a list.
O Starting an input to a grid cell.
O Selecting a line segment or part in a
processing diagram.
Right-click (touch and hold)

Procedure
When you touch and hold a certain position
on the screen with your finger, an animation
appears around your finger. Release when
a circle appears on the screen.
Use cases
O Displaying the Edit List window.
O Displaying a shortcut menu (pop-up
window).
1-3
Drag-and-drop
Procedure
Touch a certain position on the screen and
drag your finger. Release when you reach
the destination.
Use cases
O Moving a utility button.
O Changing the schedule list.
Scroll
Procedure
Drag your finger on the screen to display
the section of the list currently not
displayed. Drag up/down to scroll the
screen in vertical direction and drag
left/right to scroll the screen in horizontal
direction.
You do not need to touch the scroll bar.
Use cases
O Scrolling the LOAD display.
O Scrolling the schedule list.
Zoom in/out
Procedure
Touch a certain position on the screen with
two fingers. Spread the fingers with
continuous contact with the screen to zoom
in. Pinch in with your fingers to zoom out.
Use cases
O Adjusting the scale of a processing
diagram.
1-4
4. User authentication
Purpose of user authentication
Unique display settings for each user
You can change the display language and date format for each user. The software
also remembers the items and display orders that each user sets.
Clarification of operation privilege for each user

An operation privilege level is set for each user. This level determines which screen
operations are restricted.
Logging of user names to history data

In processing results, the operator's user name is logged for each sheet process.
The operation history logs operations by the user who is logged in, and is used for
keeping track the operations and results of his/her work.
Privilege levels
More functions are restricted as the number of level decreases.
Level Description
Level 1 Able to perform minimum operations including power on/off, zero-
return, manual operation, and automatic operation.
NOTE
O When no one is logged in, AMNC 3i imposes the Level 1 restriction

until a user logs in.
Level 2 Able to load programs, load/edit schedules, and perform setups.

You can read a program, but cannot edit or save it.
You can read processing conditions, but cannot edit them.
Level 3 Able to use all functions related to production, including
creating/editing/saving programs, saving schedules, performing
setups, and editing processing conditions.
You cannot, however, use functions related to maintenance and
management of the machine.
Level 4 Able to use functions related to maintenance and management of the
machine, in addition to all functions related to production, including
creating/editing/saving programs, saving schedule, performing setups,
and editing processing conditions.
You cannot, however, conduct Manufacturer Level maintenance work.
Manufacturer Level used by AMADA for maintenance work.
This privilege level is not available to users.
1-5
1-6
Part 2
Layout of Main
Display
1. Basic layout of main display ............................................ 2-2

2. Common area of main display ........................................ 2-4
3. Layout of sub display....................................................... 2-8
4. Program mode................................................................ 2-10
4-1. LOAD display........................................................... 2-10
5. Schedule mode .............................................................. 2-18
5-1. LOAD display........................................................... 2-18
5-3. SCHEDULE display ................................................. 2-22
6. CNC mode...................................................................... 2-27
2-1
1. Basic layout of main display
This is the main display of AMNC 3i. Information needed to operate the machine is
put together and shown in each area. The buttons on the display vary depending on
the operating mode, but the display basic layout is the same.
Program mode
[3] [6]
[1]
[2]
[4]
[5]
Schedule mode
[3] [6]
[1]
[2]
[4]
[5]
2-2
[1] Status Header area
This area shows the current NC status, alarm status, and operation status.
[Notification area] at the right shows the notification icons for the user and name of
the logged-in user.
[2] Switch Display Tab area

This area contains tabs for changing what is displayed in [Information Display area].
The number of tabs increases or decreases depending on the operating mode.
[3] Common Tools Window Open Buttons area

Common tools contain functions that are frequently used. When the Common Tools
window is minimized, only the buttons are placed at the right side of the display.
When the Common Tools window opens, the buttons become tabs.
[4] Information Display area

This is where the main display is shown.
[5] Information Display Footer area

Buttons for running a function in [information Display area] are placed in this area.
[6] Sidebar area

Buttons for calling each function (tool), common to
all the AMNC 3i displays, are arranged in the
sidebar.
Press the menu button of the sidebar to develop the
sidebar indication.
Pressing an intended function button will open the
corresponding function window, and the sidebar will
then disappear automatically.
2-3
2. Common area of main display
Details of Status Header area
[1] [2] [3] [4] [5]
[6]
[1] Switching menu
The operating mode is changed here. The current operating mode is displayed.
[2] Operation Navigation area

Scheduled end time of the current operation and progress of a schedule are
displayed.
NOTE
O If you press the area where the [Scheduled End Time] is displayed during
operation, the display changes to [Scheduled Remaining Time] -> [Elapsed Time]
-> [Scheduled End Time] -> [Electric Energy] -> [Instantaneous Value], in this
order.
[3] Alarm indicator

This indicator illuminates when there is an alarm or
warning. The number of alarm or warning is also
indicated. Press the button to show a detailed Alarm
window.
REFERENCE
O For details of the Alarm window, refer to

"1-1. Alarm window" in Appendix.
2-4
[4] Device indicator
This shows the status of devices and functions that have direct effect on the
operation. Press the buttons to open the detail windows.
Button Device/Function
Peripheral equipment (Readiness of line unit)
REFERENCE
O For details of line operation readiness, refer to "1-2. Line

Operation Readiness Status window" in Appendix.
Machine (Status of NC unit)
Safety light curtain
Punching mode
A yellow-green square is shown in the upper part of the icon when
the ram is at the top dead center.
Axis speed
Press the button
showing the axis speed
to open the Axis Setting
window.
2-5
[5] Notification area
Notification icons (buttons to check and change the status of peripheral equipment)
for users appear in this area.
Select an intended notification icon to find its details. (This function is not available
for some icons.)
Function Icon Description

Transmission Connected with the vFactory server.
to vFactory
Not connected with the vFactory server.
Failed in sending results to the vFactory server.
Tool ID reader The tool ID reader can be used.

Click the button when removing the tool ID reader. The
icon changes to the icon for [Removing] when clicked.
The tool ID reader can be removed.
To use the tool ID reader, remove it once and then
reconnect it.
The tool ID reader is disconnected.
Hit rate Regulating the hit rate.
Inspection Some inspection items currently set have passed their

deadlines.
2-6
Function Icon Description
Mail sending The mail sending function is enabled.
function
Failed in sending mail.
Removable Removable media is connected.

media Press to remove the removable media. If multiple
removable media are connected, the Drive Eject window
opens.
Backup Some automatic backup items currently set have passed
function their deadlines.
Some items failed in automatic backup.
Restoration is performed at the next start.
ADSS Succeeded in connecting with the ADSS FTP server.
Failed in connecting with the ADSS FTP server.
Tool ID Sending data to the AITS server.

Server
Failed in connecting with the AITS server.
Failed in sending to the AITS server.
REFERENCE
O To log in, log out, or switch users, press [ ] in the [Notification area]. For details,
refer to "2. User login" in Part 3.
NOTE
O To remove a USB flash drive,

press [ ] in [Notification area].
O If multiple USB devices are
connected, the Drive Eject
window opens.
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[6] Integrated indicator bar
The color indicates the operation status.
Status Color Display
Standby Colorless
(Black)
Operating Light blue
Alarm + line operating Yellow
Alarm occurring Red
3. Layout of sub display

The sub display shown below appears on the ID monitor.
On this display, you can check, edit, register and delete tool information as well as
set up tools.
NOTE
O Although there is a slight difference in buttons' layout, the contents of the display
are almost the same as those of the [PRESS] tab in Common Tools.
For details of the operation procedure, refer to "1. TOOL INSTALL view" in Part
11.
[1] [2] [3] [4]
[5]
[6]
[7]
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[1] Switch Display Tab area
This area shows the tabs for changing what is displayed in [Edit area].
The [SETUP] tab is valid only while the Setup window is open in the main display.
[2] Software Keyboard button

Press the button to show the software keyboard.
[3] Tool ID Reader Status button

Press the button to display the connection status of the tool ID reader for reading the
DM code of the tool ID.
Display Status Description
Connecting The tool ID reader can be used.
Click the button when removing the tool ID reader. The
icon changes to the icon for [Removing] when clicked.
Removing The tool ID reader can be removed.
To use the tool ID reader, remove it once and then
reconnect it.
Disconnected The tool ID reader is disconnected.
REFERENCE
O For the operation procedure of the tool ID system, refer to the separate
Operator’s Manual of the Tool ID System.
[4] Alarm indicator

This indicator illuminates when there is an alarm or warning. The number of alarm or
warning is also indicated. Press the button to show a detailed Alarm window.
[5] Search Condition area

This area filters the information to display in [Edit area].
[6] Edit area

This area is for displaying and editing the installed tool information.
The detailed information of the selected tools is shown when the [DETAILS] button
is pressed.
[7] Operation Buttons area

This area is for selecting the operation for the tool information.
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4. Program mode
The Program mode is suitable for performing operation of one program just using
the machine. This section explains the layout of the display in the Program mode.
For details, refer to Part 3, Operation, and Parts after it.
4-1. LOAD display

In the Program mode, only one program can be selected on the LOAD display. You
need to use this display to load a program to the EDIT PROGRAM display or
PROCESS MONITOR display.
[6]
[4]
[5]
[1]
[2]
[7] [3] [8] [9] [10]
[1] Media Selection area

This area shows the servers and external servers that AMNC 3i is connected to and
the folders in NC. The programs in the selected folder are also listed in [Information
Display area].
[2] MEDIA SETTINGS button

Press the [MEDIA SETTINGS] button to open the Media Settings window. This
window allows you to set which media to be connected.
REFERENCE
O For details of media settings, refer to "2. Selecting media" in Part 5.
[3] FOLDER MANAGER menu

Media folders can be managed in this menu. (e.g., adding and deleting folders.)
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[4] List display method button (DRAWING button)
When the [DRAWING] button is set to ON, the programs list is shown with drawings.
When the [DRAWING] button is pressed to OFF, the programs are listed with
program information.
[5] SEARCH button

Press the [SEARCH] button to filter the programs displayed based on the entered
program name or machine name. To clear the filter, press the [CLEAR] button.
[6] CONDITIONS button

Press the [CONDITIONS] button to search for programs with detailed conditions.
REFERENCE
O For details of the search function, refer to "4. Searching for programs" in part 5.
[7] OPTIONS button

The Options window opens when you press the [OPTIONS] button. You can make
the settings for loading and saving programs.
REFERENCE
O For details of the optional settings, refer to "3-4. Optional settings" in Part 5.
[8] NC DATA IMP./EXP. menu

There are two functions: [NC Data Save] and [NC Data Remove]. These functions
allow you to copy a program to another media or remove it. (This is not possible with
some media.)
REFERENCE
O For details of the NC Data Import/Export function, refer to "3. Managing

programs" in Part 5.
[9] GO TO EDIT PROGRAM button

Press the [GO TO EDIT PROGRAM] button to send the selected program to the
EDIT PROGRAM display.
[10] GO TO PROCESS MON. button

After selecting the program you want to run, press the [GO TO PROCESS MON.]
button. The program is sent to NC.
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4-2. EDIT PROGRAM display
There are two modes of the EDIT PROGRAM display in AMNC 3i.
[Draw Mode] allows you to change the reference point or the settings of multiple-part
processing without looking at the G-code.
In [NC Data Mode] (G-code mode), you can edit the G-code program directly.
The edit modes can be changed based on your objective, by selecting the mode
from [Switch Display] menu at the top-right of the display.
[4] [5] [6]

Draw mode
[1]
[11]
[3]
[2]
[7] [8] [9] [10]
REFERENCE
O For details of displays in these functions and how to use them, refer to "2-1. Edit
drawing functions" in Part 9.
[1] Menu List area

Select an edit drawing function in this area.
[2] Selected Menu Details area

The function selected in the [Menu List area] appears.
[3] APPLY button and CANCEL button

To apply what you edited in each menu to the G-code, press the [APPLY] button.
The [CANCEL] button clears the edited information.
[4] Switch Display menu

This changes the mode between [Draw Mode] and [NC Data Mode].
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[5] PROGRAM INFO button
When the [PROGRAM INFO] button is pressed, you can edit the program
information of the program you are editing.
[6] TOOL INFO button

When the [TOOL INFO] button is pressed, you can edit the information of the tools
used in the program you are editing.
[7] SAVE button

The Save window opens when you press the [SAVE] button. You can save the
program you are editing to a medium.
[8] NEW button

Press the [NEW] button to discard the program you are editing and create a new
program.
[9] GO TO PROCESS MON. button

When you finish editing the program, press the [GO TO PROCESS MON.] button.
The program is sent to NC.
[10] DISCARD button

If you press the [DISCARD] button, Edit Program exits. You cannot recover the
edited information. Save the program that you want to use later before pressing the
[DISCARD] button.
[11] Draw Commands area

These commands allow you to zoom in/out the processing diagram and change the
settings of the drawing.
Button Name Description
Program-based Auto-scales the size of the drawing based on the
Drawing button processing diagram.
Worksheet-based Auto scales the worksheet size to fit [Draw area].
Drawing button
Drawing Settings Opens the Drawing Settings window.
button
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G-code mode
[1]
[3]
[2]
REFERENCE
O For details of functions in the G-code mode display, refer to "3. G-code mode" in
Part 9.
[1] Program area

Programs are edited in this area. The background color changes based on the E
number setting (cutting condition).
[2] Selected Menu area

Buttons of functions that assist the editing of programs appear in this area.
[3] UNDO button and REDO button

Press the [UNDO] button to undo the last edit. Press the [REDO] button to cancel
the undo operation.
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4-3. PROCESS MONITOR display
The PROCESS MONITOR display shows the processing status in real time. This is
the main display of the Program mode.
[3] [4] [5]
[1]
[2]
[7] [8] [6] [9] [10] [11]
REFERENCE
O For details of the PROCESS MONITOR display, refer to Part 6, Starting Program
Operations.
[1] Draw area

This area shows the processing diagram. When [Switch Display] -> [DISPLAY NC
DATA] is set to ON, the program is superimposed on to the processing diagram.
The draw commands are the same as in the EDIT PROGRAM display.
Button Name Description
Auto-scales the machine size to fit [Draw
Machine Size-based
area]. Appears only on the PROCESS
Drawing button
MONITOR display.
[2] Current Values area

This area shows the current actual feed rate and coordinates.
[3] Switch Display menu

This button changes what is shown on the
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[4] PROGRAM INFO button
Press the [PROGRAM INFO] button to check the program information of the
program in the PROCESS MONITOR display.
[5] TOOL INFO button

Press the [TOOL INFO] button to check the tools used in the program in the
[6] Operation Settings area

The operation settings buttons that are used frequently in program operations are
shown in this area.
NOTE
O The types of operation settings buttons shown in this area vary depending on the
type of the machine and options used or not.
[7] OPTIONS button

Press the [OPTIONS] button to open the Edit Display Of Operation Setting window.
You can edit the types of operation settings buttons shown in [Operation Settings
area].
Edit Display Of Operation Setting window

Five frames in [EDIT LIST] show the operation settings buttons that appear on the
In order to add a button, drag an intended item from [SHOW ITEM] below and drop
it to an empty frame in [EDIT LIST]. In order to delete a button, drag an intended
item from [EDIT LIST] and drop it to [SHOW ITEM].
Press the [INIT] button to restore the button layout of the factory settings.
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[8] SAVE button
The Save window opens when you press the [SAVE] button. You can save the
program in the PROCESS MONITOR display to a medium.
[9] OPERATION menu

This allows you to load operation-related functions. (Reprocess Sheet and Resume)
These are functions to resume the process if it stops in the middle.
REFERENCE
O For details of the Reprocess Sheet function, refer to "7. Reprocessing sheets" in
Part 6.
O For details of the Resume function, refer to "8. Resume" in Part 6.

Press the [GO TO EDIT PROGRAM] button to send the program loaded into the
PROCESS MONITOR display to the EDIT PROGRAM display.
[11] SETUP CALCULATION button

Press the [SETUP CALCULATION] button to open the Setup window. The current
device status is compared with the used tools and worksheet information.
REFERENCE
O For details of the Setup window, refer to "2. Checking setup" in Part 6.
O For details of the settings of setup conditions, refer to "1-2. SETUP CONFIG.
view" in Part 15.
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5. Schedule mode
The Schedule mode is used for consecutive processing of worksheets and
automatic operation using peripheral equipment. The jobs (programs) are
transferred according to preset schedules. This section explains the layout of the
display in the Schedule mode. Descriptions that are the same as those of the
Program mode are omitted. For details, refer to Part 3, Operation, and Parts after it.
5-1. LOAD display

On the LOAD display in the Schedule mode, you can select jobs to be added to the
schedule all at once. You can also select jobs in different folders and media. Always
use this display to add jobs to the schedule list or temporary list.
In the Schedule mode, the LOAD display cannot load jobs to the EDIT PROGRAM
display. To do so, add the job to the schedule list or temporary list and then edit, or
switch to the Program mode.
Load program display
[1]
[2] [3] [4]
[1] PROGRAM button

This button switches what to be loaded. If the [PROGRAM] button is ON, programs
in the media are shown.
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There are two functions: [NC Data Save] and [NC Data Remove]. These functions
allow you to copy the program to another media or remove it. (This is not possible
with some media.)
REFERENCE
O For details of the NC Data Import/Export function, refer to "3. Managing

programs" in Part 5.
[3] GO TO SCHEDULE button

Press the [GO TO SCHEDULE] button to add the selected program to the end of the
schedule list.
NOTE
O The window opened after pressing the [GO TO SCHEDULE] button varies
depending on the equipment configuration.
O To add the program to the schedule list without opening the Process Quantity
Input window or JOB Settings window after pressing the [GO TO SCHEDULE]
button, press the [OPTIONS] button to open the Options window and change the
settings.
REFERENCE
O For details of adding programs to the schedule list, refer to "2. Adding jobs" in Part
7.
[4] GO TO REGISTRATION button

Press the [GO TO REGISTRATION] button to add the selected program to the end
of the temporary list.
NOTE
O The window shown after pressing the [GO TO REGISTRATION] button varies
O To add the program to the schedule list without opening the Process Quantity
Input window or JOB Settings window after pressing the [GO TO
REGISTRATION] button, press the [OPTIONS] button to open the Options
window and change the settings.
REFERENCE
O For details of adding programs to the temporary list, refer to "2. Adding jobs" and
"3. Utilizing temporary list" in Part 7.
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Load schedule display
[1]
[2] [3] [4] [5]

[1] SCHEDULE button
This button switches what to be loaded. If the [SCHEDULE] button is ON, schedules
in the media are shown. Lists cannot be shown with diagrams.
[2] SCHEDULE DETAILS button

When you press the [SCHEDULE DETAILS] button, details of jobs added to the
selected schedule appear in the list.

In the Load schedule display you can only use [NC Data Remove].

Press the [GO TO SCHEDULE] button to add the selected schedule to the end of
the schedule list. The quantity and worksheet information saved in the schedule are
applied.
[5] GO TO REGISTRATION button

Press the [GO TO REGISTRATION] button to add the selected schedule to the end
of the temporary list. The quantity and worksheet information saved in the schedule
are applied.
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5-2. EDIT PROGRAM display
In the Schedule mode, a schedule list is shown at the right side of the EDIT
PROGRAM display. You can view the progress of the schedule operation while you
are editing a program.
The edit function can be used in the same way as in the Program mode.
REFERENCE
O For details of the Draw mode display, refer to "2. Draw mode" in Part 9.
O For details of functions in the G-code mode display, refer to "3. G-code mode" in
Part 9.
[1] [2]

When you finish editing the program, press the [GO TO SCHEDULE] button. The
program before editing is replaced with the edited program.
[2] DISCARD button

If you press [DISCARD] button, Edit Program exits. You cannot recover the edited
information. Save the program that you want to use later before pressing the
[DISCARD] button.
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5-3. SCHEDULE display
The SCHEDULE display allows you to view the progress of schedule operations and
edit schedules. This is the main display of the Schedule mode.
[1]
[3]
[2]
[4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [14]
REFERENCE
O For details of the SCHEDULE display, refer to Part 7, Preparing Schedules.
[1] Schedule list

Jobs to be run can be shown and edited in this list. The list has one job per line and
the color and icon change according to the job status.
[2] Temporary list

Jobs added in this list are not run. This is a list to add jobs temporarily and the list
can be edited. The column items are the same as the item in the schedule list.
NOTE
O Jobs can be moved between the schedule list and temporary list. There are three
ways to do this.
(1) In [EDIT LIST] menu, select [GO TO SCHEDULE] or [GO TO PROGRAM].
(2) In the temporary list, press the [▲] or [▼] button.
(3) Drag-and-drop the job to the destination list.
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[3] Preview area
A preview is shown in this area when the [PREVIEW MODE] button is set to ON.
You can view the processing diagram of the selected job, worksheet information,
and size.
[4] PREVIEW MODE button

A preview is shown in [Preview area] when the [PREVIEW MODE] button is set to
ON.
[5] Work On button

When the [Work On] button is ON, any worksheet is not loaded at the start of
schedule operation. Processing is performed by using the worksheet set on the
machine at the start of operation.
NOTE
O The [Work On] button is not displayed depending on the equipment configuration.
[6] SAVE menu

You can save the program or schedule.
Select [SAVE] -> [Program] to save each program in
the selected jobs as separate programs.
Select [SAVE] -> [Schedule] to create and save
schedule data based on the selected jobs.
[7] JOB SETTINGS button

The JOB Settings window opens when you press the [JOB SETTINGS] button.
Select multiple jobs to change their settings all at once.
REFERENCE
O For details of the JOB Settings window, refer to "5. Editing on JOB Settings
window" in part 7.
[8] SKIP button

Press the [SKIP] button to enable or clear the skip setting on the selected job.
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[9] SCHEDULE SETTINGS menu
You can make the start and end settings on jobs in
the schedule list.
REFERENCE
O For details of schedule settings, refer to "4. Editing

schedule list" in Part 7.
NOTE
O [GO TO EDIT STACKING], [INSTALL COMP] and

[END PLAN SPECIFIED] are not displayed
[10] MOVE button

The Move window opens when you press the [MOVE] button. This moves selected
jobs.
[11] DELETE button

The DELETE window opens when you press the [DELETE] button. This deletes
selected jobs.
[12] EDIT LIST menu

Press this button to load a function to edit the
schedule list and temporary list. Select the
appropriate job firstly.
REFERENCE
O For details of schedule list editing, refer to "4.

Editing schedule list" in Part 7.
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Press the [GO TO EDIT PROGRAM] button to send the program in the selected job
to the EDIT PROGRAM display. You can press this button only when a single job is
selected.
[14] SETUP CALCULATION button

Press the [SETUP CALCULATION] button to run the setup calculation on the
schedule list. The result appears as an icon in the schedule list. Press the icon to
open the Setup window.
REFERENCE
O For details of the settings of setup conditions, refer to "1-2. SETUP CONFIG.
view" in Part 15.
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5-4. PROCESS MONITOR display
In the Schedule mode, a schedule list is shown at the left side of the PROCESS
MONITOR display. You can view the progress of the schedule operation while
checking the processing status.
REFERENCE
O For details of the PROCESS MONITOR display, refer to Part 8, Starting Schedule
Operations.
[1] [2]
[1] OPERATION menu
This allows you to load operation-related functions.
You can start the Reprocess Sheet function if the process stops in the middle of the
schedule operation. The job is divided, and the operation is restarted with the
worksheet clamped (Work On) on the machine.
REFERENCE
O For details of the Reprocess Sheet function and job division, refer to "5.
Reprocessing sheets" in Part 8.

Press the [GO TO EDIT PROGRAM] button to send the program loaded into the
PROCESS MONITOR display to the EDIT PROGRAM display.
NOTE
O If another program is send to the EDIT PROGRAM display from the PROCESS
MONITOR display when you are editing program, what you edited in the program
will be deleted. Take care when sending a program edited for the Reprocess
Sheet function (a program not added to the schedule or temporary list) from the
PROCESS MONITOR display to EDIT PROGRAM display.
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6. CNC mode
In addition to the Program mode and Schedule mode, there is the CNC mode.
Operations are performed using programs transferred to CNC.
NOTE
O The CNC mode is usually not used.

O Programs cannot be loaded, saved, or edited in the CNC mode.
O Programs added to the PROCESS MONITOR display are discarded if you switch
from the CNC mode to another mode.
O When the setting under [PANEL] in Common Tools -> [PERIPHERAL MACHINE] -
> [DNC] is ON, the mode changes to the DNC mode. The DNC mode runs the
operations by loading programs from external devices.
REFERENCE
O For more information on the operation settings, refer to "3. PANEL tab" in Part 10.
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Part 3
Operation
1. Starting AMNC 3i ............................................................. 3-2

2. User login ........................................................................ 3-3
3. Zero-returning.................................................................. 3-4
4. Manual operation............................................................. 3-7
5-1. Selecting operating mode ......................................... 3-9
5-2. Preparing programs .................................................. 3-9
5-3. Starting program operations .................................... 3-10
6. Running schedule operations ......................................... 3-11
6-1. Selecting operating mode ........................................ 3-11
6-2. Preparing schedules ................................................ 3-11
6-3. Starting schedule operations ................................... 3-12
7. Exiting AMNC 3i ............................................................. 3-13
NOTE
O This Part explains the basic operations in AMNC 3i. Be sure to read this Part if
you have never used AMNC 3i.
3-1
1. Starting AMNC 3i
This section explains the procedure of starting AMNC 3i when the machine is not
powered on.
1. Check the surrounding area for safety and then turn the circuit breaker switch
for the machine to ON.
2. Press the [POWER ON/OFF] button on the NC control panel.
3. A startup animation of AMNC 3i appears. Please wait.
4. The warning window opens the first time you start AMNC 3i each day. Read the
message and press the [OK] button.
The icons in the warning window will vary depending on a region.
5. The main display appears.
If there is an alarm, the alarm window opens.
6. Check the details of the alarm and clear the alarm.
7. When the alarm is cleared, the startup of AMNC 3i is completed.
3-2
2. User login
Log in before using the machine. When you log in, a display appears based on the
user profile and you can operate with the level.
NOTE
O If you will not be using the user authentication function, the following login
operation is unnecessary.
1. Check the user name in [Notification

area] at the top-right of the display.
If there is no user name or if another

user's user name is displayed, follow
the procedure below.
2. Press the [ ]. The Switch User window opens.
REFERENCE
O If the [ ] is not displayed, contact the administrator of the machine.
O For the procedure of displaying the [ ], refer to "1-3. REGISTER USER

view" in Part 14.
3. Select a user name, enter the password, and then press the [LOG IN] button.
The display language and date/time format will change.
NOTE
O If you forget your password, contact the administrator of the machine.

O For the procedure of initializing your password, refer to "1-3. REGISTER
USER view" in Part 14.
[1]
[4]
[2] [3]
3-3
[1] LOG OUT button
Pressing the [LOG OUT] button clears the current user authentication. The
authentication level of AMNC 3i is set to the lowest level (level 1) when no user is
logged in.
[2] CHANGE SETTINGS button

Press the [CHANGE SETTINGS] button to edit the settings of the currently logged in
user.
[3] CHANGE PASSWORD button

Press the [CHANGE PASSWORD] button to change the password of the currently
logged in user.
[4] User Names List area

This is the list of users who can use the system. Select a user name from this list
when logging in.
3. Zero-returning
Use the RET. window to zero-return.
The machine starts in the RETRACT mode and the RET. window opens
automatically. Be sure to zero-return first.
[1]
[2]
[4]
[3]
[7]
[5] [6]
3-4
[1] RET. button
The [RET.] button is shown at the top-left on a display when the machine is in the
RETRACT mode. When the [RET.] button is set to ON, the RET. window is
superimposed on to [Information Display area].
The [RET.] button and RET. window are hidden when the mode is changed to an NC
mode other than RETRACT.
[2] ABSOLUTE POSITION button and MACHINE POSITION button

Select the coordinate system to be used in the display.
[3] Coordinate notes

Notes regarding the axis direction of the machine.
[4] ALL AXES button and EACHAXIS button

This sets which axis (axes) to zero-return.
When the [ALL AXES] button is set to ON, all axes are zero-returned.
If the zero-returning of all axes is already completed, a check mark is placed on the
[ALL AXES] button.
When the [EACHAXIS] button is set to ON, only the selected axis is zero-returned.
[5] Axis Select buttons

This shows the names of axes in the machine and their coordinates. Press these
items one by one to set them to ON.
For a button of each axis, a check mark is placed if its current coordinate matches
the origin coordinate.
[6] PERIPHERAL MACHINE button

You can select whether or not to zero-return peripheral equipment.
A check mark is placed if zero-returning of peripheral equipment is completed.
NOTE
O The [PERIPHERAL MACHINE] button is not displayed depending on the

equipment configuration.
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[7] Action Select area
This area shows operation settings buttons that are frequently used when
performing zero-returns.
NOTE
Zero-returning all axes

1. Clear any alarm occurring in the
machine and peripheral equipment.
2. Press the [RETRACT] button on the

NC control panel to switch the NC
mode to RETRACT. The [START]
button on the NC control panel starts
flashing.
3. Set the [ALL AXES] button to ON.
When zero-returning the peripheral equipment at the same time, set the
[PERIPHERAL MACHINE] button to ON.
4. Check the surrounding area for safety. (The machine and peripheral equipment
move when zero-return is performed.)
5. To start the zero-return of axes, press

the [START] button on the NC control
panel.
6. When the zero-return is completed,

check marks are placed on the [ALL
AXES] button, [Axis Select] buttons
and [PERIPHERAL MACHINE] button.
Zero-returning each axis

1. Clear any alarm occurring in the machine and peripheral equipment.
2. Press the [RETRACT] button on the NC control panel to switch the NC mode to
RETRACT. The [START] button on the NC control panel starts flashing.
3. Set the [EACHAXIS] button to ON.
4. Set the [Axis Select] button to ON for axis which you want to be zero-returned.
To zero-return peripheral equipment only, press again the [Axis Select] button to
set it to OFF and set only the [PERIPHERAL MACHINE] button to ON.
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5. Check the surrounding area for safety. (The machine and peripheral equipment
move when zero-return is performed.)
6. To start the zero-return of axis, press the [START] button on the NC control
panel.
7. When the zero-return is completed, a check mark is placed on the [Axis Select]
button and [PERIPHERAL MACHINE] button.
4. Manual operation
When moving the axis to the processing start position or safely retracting the
worksheet, you can move the axis manually. Use the MAN. window for the manual
operation.
[1]
[2]
[3]
[5]
[4]
[1] MAN. button
The [MAN.] button is shown at the top-left on a display when the machine is in the
MANUAL mode. When the [MAN.] button is set to ON, the MAN. window is
superimposed on to [Information Display area]. The MAN. window is hidden when
the [MAN.] button is pressed to set to OFF.
The [MAN.] button and MAN. window are hidden when the NC mode is changed to a
mode other than MANUAL.
[2] ABSOLUTE POSITION button and MACHINE POSITION button

Select the coordinate system to be used in the display.
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[3] Coordinate notes
Notes regarding the axis direction of the machine.
[4] Axis Select buttons

This shows the names of axes in the machine and their coordinates. Press these
items one by one to set them to ON.
For a button of each axis, a check mark is placed if its current coordinate matches
the origin coordinate.
[5] Action Select area

This area shows operation settings buttons that are frequently used in manual
operations.
NOTE
Moving axes manually

1. Clear any alarm occurring in the machine and peripheral equipment.
2. On the NC control panel, press the

[MANUAL] button to switch the NC
mode to MANUAL.
3. Set the [Axis Select] button to ON for

the axis that you want to move.
4. Check the surrounding area for safety.
5. The axis moves while you press one of

the [FEED (+/–)] buttons on the NC
control panel. Make sure that it does
not collide with worksheet or result in
overtravel.
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5. Running program operations
This section explains the procedure of selecting a program and running a program
operation.
5-1. Selecting operating mode

1. Start AMNC 3i, zero-return the axes, and clear any alarm events.
2. Press the [MEMORY] button on the NC

control panel to switch the NC mode to
MEMORY.
3. Select [Switching] -> [Program] to

switch the operating mode to Program.
NOTE
O The operating mode cannot be

changed when an automatic
operation is running.
5-2. Preparing programs

1. Touch the [LOAD] tab to open the LOAD
display.
2. In [Media Selection area], select the folder

where the target program is saved.
3. Select the program.
4. To start the processing right away, press the

[GO TO PROCESS MON.] button. Proceed to
the steps in "5-3. Starting program operations"
in this Part.
To edit the program, press the [GO TO EDIT

PROGRAM] button.
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5. Press the [GO TO EDIT PROGRAM] button to show the EDIT PROGRAM
display.
Review the processing diagram and program information, and edit the
information as necessary.
6. When you finish editing, press the [GO TO PROCESS MON.] button.
NOTE
O When the program is transferred to the PROCESS MONITOR display, the

Setup window may open in some cases. Complete the setups displayed in
the Setup window and then start the processing.
REFERENCE
5-3. Starting program operations

1. Check the area surrounding the machine for safety.
2. Check that items in [Operation Settings area] and [PANEL] in Common Tools
are set correctly.
3. Check setting of the controls on the NC control panel and the displayed value
of the [Override] button on the [Device indicator].
4. Check the current position of each axis.
You cannot start the operation when "RefDvrgd"

is shown on the button indicating the status of
the machine on [Device indicator].
5. Press the [START] button on the NC control panel to start the operation.
6. The color of the [Integrated indicator bar] changes during operation. Wait until
the operation is completed.
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6. Running schedule operations
This section explains the procedure of setting up a schedule from multiple programs
and running a schedule operation. The display layout varies depending on the
configuration of peripheral equipment, but the basic procedure is the same.
6-1. Selecting operating mode

1. Start AMNC 3i, zero-return the axes, and clear any alarm events.
2. Press the [MEMORY] button on the NC

control panel to switch the NC mode to
MEMORY.
3. Select [Switching] -> [Schedule] to

switch the operating mode to Schedule.
NOTE
O The operating mode cannot be

changed when an automatic
4. To run a schedule operation that uses

peripheral equipment, follow
procedures bellow. Set [Line Control] to
ON in [Operation Settings area], or set
the setting under [PANEL] in Common
Tools -> [PERIPHERAL MACHINE] ->
[Line Control] to ON.
6-2. Preparing schedules

1. Touch the [LOAD] tab to open the LOAD
display.
2. In [Media Selection area], select the folder

where the target program is saved.
3. Select the program (job). You can add up to 999 jobs to a schedule.
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4. Select where to add the selected program to.
In this procedure, press the [GO TO

SCHEDULE] button to add the program to the
schedule list.
To add the program to the temporary list, press

the [GO TO REGISTRATION] button.
5. The Process Quantity Input window opens for each job added. The amount of
information displayed increases or decreases depending on the configuration of
peripheral equipment.
Enter the numbers at [Schedule] and [Normal Exit] of The Process Quantity
Input window and then press the [OK] button.
REFERENCE
O All jobs can be added to the list by default without performing checks. For
details, refer to "2. Adding jobs" in Part 7.
6. When you finish adding jobs to the schedule list, the SCHEDULE display
appears.
7. To run the setup calculation, press the [SETUP CALCULATION] button. Icons
are placed on jobs that require setups.
8. The schedule can be edited. When doing so, consider the result of the setup
calculation.
(1) To fix the program, select a job and press the [GO TO EDIT PROGRAM]
button.
(2) To change the order in the schedule, use the [EDIT LIST] menu.
REFERENCE
O For details of editing schedules, refer to Part 7, Preparing Schedules.
6-3. Starting schedule operations

1. Check the area surrounding the machine for safety.
2. Check that items in [Operation Settings area] and [PANEL] in Common Tools
are set correctly.
3. Check setting of the controls on the NC control panel and the displayed value
of the [Override] button on the [Device indicator].
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4. Check the current position of each axis.
You cannot start the operation when "RefDvrgd"

is shown on the button indicating the status of
the machine on [Device indicator].
5. Press the [START] button on the NC control panel to start the operation.
6 If necessary, the program of the job for which the processing has not been
started yet can be edited. Open the SCHEDULE display.
(1) The job that is running or reserved (next job) cannot be edited.
(2) Select a job that is not reserved and be sure to finish editing before the job
is reserved.
7. Exiting AMNC 3i
The machine's power should be turned off while the AMNC 3i is still running.
1. Check that the machine and peripheral equipment are in the standby state.
(1) Check that there is no movement in the machine and peripheral

equipment.
(2) To check the current status, look at [Device indicator] in [Status Header
area].
2. Check the surrounding area for safety.
3. When you press the [POWER ON/OFF] button on the NC control panel, a
buzzer sounds several times. You can cancel the OFF process by pressing the
[POWER ON/OFF] button again while the buzzer is still sounding.
4. The AMNC 3i blank shuts down automatically. Please wait.
5. After several minutes, the circuit breaker switch of the machine is tripped
automatically.
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Part 4
Selecting
Operating Mode
1. Type of operating mode................................................... 4-2

2. Selecting Program mode ................................................. 4-3
3. Selecting Schedule mode ............................................... 4-3
4-1
1. Type of operating mode
This section explains the features of each operating mode. Change the operating
mode based on what you want to do, before using the machine.
Program mode
O Runs programs transferred to the PROCESS MONITOR display.
O Processes one sheet in each operation.
Schedule mode
O Runs while transferring programs set as jobs in the schedule list to the PROCESS
MONITOR display in sequence.
O Processes scheduled number of sheets that are set as jobs.
O Runs all specified jobs consecutively in each operation.
O Coordinates with peripheral equipment. It is possible to just use the machine.
O Suitable for mass production and continuous operation during night hours.
CNC mode
O Specifies programs added to NC with 0 numbers and runs these programs.
O This mode is usually not used. Many of the functions in AMNC 3i become
unavailable in this mode.
O Programs in the PROCESS MONITOR display are reset if you switch from the
CNC mode to another mode.
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2. Selecting Program mode
To switch to the Program mode, select [Switching] ->
[Program].
The PROCESS MONITOR display appears.
The operating mode cannot be changed when an
3. Selecting Schedule mode

To switch to the Schedule mode, select [Switching] -
> [Schedule].
The SCHEDULE display appears.
The operating mode cannot be changed when an
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4-4
Part 5
Preparing
Programs
1. Preparing to load programs ............................................. 5-2

1-1. Displaying program list with diagrams ...................... 5-2
2. Selecting media ............................................................... 5-3
3. Managing programs ........................................................ 5-4
3-1. Saving NC data ........................................................ 5-4
3-2. Removing NC data ................................................... 5-5
3-3. Managing folders ...................................................... 5-6
3-4. Optional settings ....................................................... 5-7
4. Searching for programs .................................................. 5-12
4-1. Simple search .......................................................... 5-12
4-2. Advanced search ..................................................... 5-12
4-2-1. Filtering by folder name .................................... 5-14
4-3. Barcode search ....................................................... 5-15
5. Loading programs into PROCESS MONITOR display... 5-16
5-1
1. Preparing to load programs
The processing is started by first loading a program. When you have determined
which operating mode to use, touch the [LOAD] tab to open the LOAD display.
1-1. Displaying program list with diagrams

The programs saved in vSDD server, SDD server, and NC can be displayed with
diagrams. Set the [DRAWING] button to ON.
vSDD Server
No special settings are required. The figure data saved in the server is displayed.
SDD Server
A program with 3D data is required to display the program with a diagram. Create
the bend data when creating a processing data with AP100. However, the diagram
of sheet processing data such as nesting data is not displayed.
REFERENCE
O When the diagram is not displayed, AP100 is required to be set up for it. For the
setup, refer to the manual of AP100 or "3. When program in SDD server is not
displayed with diagram" in Appendix.
NC
No special settings are required. The figure data is created when a program is
saved in NC.
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2. Selecting media
Programs are saved not just in NC, but also in servers, external media, and folders
of servers and external media. To receive programs from these locations, you need
to set the media settings.
Press the [MEDIA SETTINGS] button to show the Media Settings window.
[4]
[1] [2] [3] [5]
[1] Check box

Select the media to be shown in [Media Selection area].
[2] Access Point column

If the type of media is server, enter the IP address or computer name of the server. If
the type is external media, specify the path.
You can also press the [REFERENCE] button to select the computer name from a
list.
[3] Confirm column

Press the [CONNECT] button to test the connection. The result appears as an icon.
Depending on the environment, it may take several seconds to tens of seconds
before the result is shown. The connection test succeeded if "OK" is displayed. If the
result is "NG", check the access point and the network connection, and then test the
connection again.
[4] Search Subfolders column

This sets how to display programs in servers. If the [DISABLE] is displayed, only the
programs in the selected folder are shown. If the [ENABLE] is displayed, the
programs in the subfolders of the selected folder are also shown.
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[5] Details column
This sets how to display programs in the list format. When [ENABLE] is displayed,
the number of display items will increase but the loading time will get longer.
3. Managing programs
In the [NC DATA IMP./EXP.] menu, you can copy and
delete programs.
When selecting multiple programs, select [NC DATA
IMP./EXP.] -> [MULTIPLE SELECTION] to place a
check mark on it.
NOTE
O When you select multiple programs, you cannot

load these programs onto the EDIT PROGRAM
display or PROCESS MONITOR display.
3-1. Saving NC data

NC Data Save is a function to copy a program in the
NC or server to another folder.
When a program is selected, you can press [NC
DATA IMP./EXP.] -> [NC Data Save]. When [NC Data
Save] is pressed, the Save window opens.
[1]
[2] [3] [4]
5-4
[1] REMOVED FROM LIST button
Place check marks for programs in the list and then press the [REMOVED FROM
LIST] button to indicate not to save the selected programs.
[2] COPY button

This button is for copying and saving programs in the list. Select the save
destination folder and then press the [COPY] button. If there is another program with
the same name in the save destination, the existing program is overwritten.
[3] MOVE button

This button is for moving programs in the list. Select the save destination folder and
then press the [MOVE] button. The program is removed from the source folder.
[4] FOLDER SEARCH button

This button is for filtering the folders of the server (SDD) shown in the media tree. An
orange outline appears on the [FOLDER SEARCH] button when the folder search
conditions are set.
3-2. Removing NC data

NC Data Remove is a function to remove a program
saved in NC. Programs in servers cannot be
removed.
When a program is selected, you can press [NC
DATA IMP./EXP.] -> [NC Data Remove]. When [NC
Data Remove] is pressed, the Confirm Delete
window opens.
In the Schedule mode, schedules in NC can be
removed in the same manner.
You cannot restore programs once

they are removed.
When the Confirm Delete window
opens, check the list and then
press the [OK] button.
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3-3. Managing folders
Functions available in [FOLDER MANAGER] menu vary depending on the type of
media selected. You cannot add or deleted folders in the case of servers or external
media (SDD format).
And the pop-up menu appears when you press directly and hold the folder icon in
the list. This menu provides the same functions.
Add to [Frequently-Used Folders]

Folders can be added to [Frequently-Used
Folders] at the top of [Media Selection
area].
You can use this function regardless of the
media type.
[Frequently-Used Folders] are managed
separately for each user.
Select a folder and press [Add to frequently-
Used Folders].
To remove a folder from [Frequently-Used

Folders], press [Remove from Frequently-
Used Folders].
Delete Folder
This deletes selected folders. The programs
inside these folders are also deleted.
Add Folder
This adds a new folder. You can add a
folder in external media other than NC and
SDD format media.
You can not add a sub folder.
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3-4. Optional settings
The Options window opens when you press the [OPTIONS] button. You can make
the settings for loading and saving programs.
Whole tab
Process Quantity Input

Set the timings of opening of Process Quantity Input window in the Schedule mode.
Item Description
PER SELECTION Opens the Process Quantity Input window each time a
button program is selected on the LOAD display.
NOTE
O This button is not displayed for a machine with the

storage unit.
WHEN Opens the Process Quantity Input window for the

REGISTERING selected job when the [GO TO SCHEDULE] button or
button the [GO TO REGISTRATION] button is pressed.
HIDE button Does not open the Process Quantity Input window. The
data is saved to the list with the default settings values.
Make the settings on the number of sheets, worksheet,
and storage number on the SCHEDULE display.
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Process Quantity
This is the default value set at [Process Quantity] on the Process Quantity Input
window.
Maximum Number Of List

Sets the maximum number of programs displayed in the program list on the LOAD
display.
DATA LIST AUTOMATIC ACQUISITION

If you place a check mark, the data list is automatically acquired when the media
folder selected in [Media Selection area] is changed.
If you remove the check mark, the data list is not acquired automatically. The
[SEARCH] button flashes if the data list has not been acquired. You can acquire the
data list manually by pressing the [SEARCH] button.
Display all angle parts (vSDD Server)

If you place a check mark, programs of parts with angles other than 0 degree are
acquired and displayed. The Angle column is displayed in case of the list format
display.
Priority Schedule Data

Sets the operation when the [ALL OK] button is pressed on the Process Quantity
Input window in the Schedule mode.
Item Description
SETTING Adds the subsequent programs after the [ALL OK] button is
button pressed to the schedule by the process quantity information
inside the schedule data.
NOT SETTING Adds subsequent programs to the schedule, reflecting the
button process quantity information when the [ALL OK] button is
pressed.
REMEMBER THE SORT STATE

If you place a check mark, the sort state in the list format is stored. If you remove the
check mark, the sort state stored so far is discarded.
Unsorted state Sorted state in descending order of

program name
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FORWARD MATCH SEARCH WITH A BARCODE
If you place a check mark, programs (or schedules) that forward-match the string
read from the barcode are searched. If you remove a check mark, a search is
performed by exact match.
The vSDD server is not a target of this setting. The barcode search for the vSDD
server is always an exact match search by ID.
Transfer ID tab
Select information you want to enter in the program when saving a program in the
transfer identifier format.
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MP tab
NOTE
O The [MP] tab is displayed when the MP unit is connected.
Item Description
UL Override Sets the override parameter. The default value is 50.
Thickness Detection Sets ON/OFF of the thickness detection function.
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Peripheral Machine tab
You can set the default value of the pallet number when registering a job in the
schedule list.
NOTE
O The [Peripheral Machine] tab is displayed when the machine is connected with
the storage unit.
Item Description
Pallet Sets the initial value for each pallet type.
The default value is [NOT SET].
Print Sets the initial value of the print pattern.
The default value is [Not Setting].
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4. Searching for programs
When you search for a program, the search is run on the selected folder. After the
search, only the programs that match the search condition appear.
The maximum number of programs to be displayed is set on the Options window.
The default value is 999. If there are more programs in the search result, only the
first 999 programs are displayed. Narrow down the programs to be displayed by
adding search conditions.
4-1. Simple search

In simple search, you can just set the program name and machine name for the
search condition. Enter the conditions at the top of the LOAD display and then press
the [SEARCH] button.
NOTE
O Asterisks (*) can be used as wild card in the search.

O Press the [CLEAR] button to clear the search condition. If you press the
[SEARCH] button again, all programs in the folder appear.
4-2. Advanced search

To narrow down the searching of programs with more detailed conditions, use
advanced search. Press the [CONDITIONS] button above the [SEARCH] button to
open the Search window.
The number of search conditions you can set increases or decreases depending on
the type of media. When [ENABLE] is set in the Details column in the Media
Settings window, search conditions will increase.
NOTE
O An orange outline appears on the [CONDITIONS]

button when detailed conditions are set.
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In case of NC (when [DISABLE] is set in Details column)
In case of NC (when [ENABLE] is set in Details column)
In case of servers (vSDD)
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NOTE

O Press the [CLEAR] button to clear the search condition. If you press the
[SEARCH] button, all programs in the folder appear.
4-2-1. Filtering by folder name

A folder name can be set as a program filtering condition for the SDD server. When
it is set, the indication of folders shown in the media tree is also filtered. If the target
folder is not shown in the media tree, check the search conditions.
In case of servers (SDD)
Display searched without search Display searched by folder name [0005]

conditions
NOTE
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4-3. Barcode search
1. Touch the [LOAD] tab to open the LOAD display.
2. Use the included barcode reader to read the bar code printed on the work
instruction.
NOTE
O If you cannot use the barcode reader, it needs setting again. Contact
AMADA.
3. The target program is selected automatically.
NOTE
O The presence or absence of search conditions does not affect the barcode
search.
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5. Loading programs into PROCESS MONITOR display
When you have selected a program for a
program operation, press the [GO TO
PROCESS MON.] button to load the
program into the PROCESS MONITOR
display.
And pressing the [GO TO EDIT PROGRAM] button loads the program into the EDIT
PROGRAM display.
If the condition to load the program is not right, the Message Center window opens.
Follow the instructions in the message.
NOTE
O When you load a program into the PROCESS MONITOR display, the program is
also transferred to NC.
O If the NC mode is set to other than MEMORY, the program cannot be loaded into
the PROCESS MONITOR display.
O When an automatic operation is running, the program cannot be loaded into the
O If another program with the same name is already loaded into the PROCESS
MONITOR display or EDIT PROGRAM display, the Message Center window
opens. The content of the programs may vary between those saved in a media
and those that are loaded into a display.
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Part 6
Starting Program
Operations
1. To show PROCESS MONITOR display .......................... 6-2

2. Checking setup................................................................ 6-3
3. Tool setup ........................................................................ 6-4
4. Workclamp setup ............................................................. 6-6
5. Worksheet setup ............................................................. 6-6
6-1. If machine stops during automatic operation............ 6-7
8. Resume .......................................................................... 6-10
6-1
NOTE
O This part assumes that a program is already loaded into the PROCESS
MONITOR display. An explanation is provided on how to start a process with the
loaded program.
1. To show PROCESS MONITOR display

The PROCESS MONITOR display is the main display of the Program mode.
If a program is loaded into the PROCESS MONITOR display, its name is shown and
the part to be processed is drawn on the display.
Display of Operation Navigation area

When a program operation is running, its progress is shown in [Operation
Navigation area] at the top of the display.
End of operation information

The display changes in sequence each time you touch this area.
Scheduled end time Scheduled remaining time
↑ ↓
Today's cumulative power
Instantaneous power
consumption
6-2
2. Checking setup
When a program is loaded into the process monitor, the Setup window may appear
in some cases. In this case, setup must be performed before starting the process.
The result of setup calculation is shown in different tabs for each type. The icon of
the setup that requires further work turns red. When the work for each tab is
completed, press the [COMPLETE SETUP] button to set it to ON at the bottom-right
of the window.
If there is an error during setup calculation, the [SETUP ERROR] tab is enabled.
Touch the tab and follow the instructions in the error information and remedy
displayed.
When all setups are completed, press the [CLOSE] button. If you press the [CLOSE]
button without completing the setup, you can open the PROCESS MONITOR
display with the setups not yet completed. However, there may be an alarm when
you start the operation.
REFERENCE
O The settings of the Check Setup function can be changed in [SETUP CONFIG.] in
OPTIONS. For details, refer to "1-2. SETUP CONFIG. view" in Part 15.
O To recalculate the setup for the program loaded into the PROCESS MONITOR
display, press the [SETUP CALCULATION] button.
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3. Tool setup
If there is a tool setup, the [TOOL] tab is enabled.
Install the tool according to the setup type. If you use a tool ID, you can check
whether the tool installed is appropriate or not.
The [TOOL] tab changes to white when all the setup tools are registered.
[1]
[2]
[3]
[5]
[6] [7]
[4] [8]
[9] [10]
[1] Show Item (Setup button)

Setup tools are shown in the tool list when the [Setup] button is set to ON. Both the
used tools in the program and setup tools are shown when the [Setup] button is set
to OFF.
[2] Tool list

Tool setup work required to run the program operation is shown.
To set up tools, select a tool you want to work on. The turret stops at the setup
station position if you manually rotate the turret in that condition.
For an ID tool, read the ID marks of punch and die. IDs are checked to see whether
the tool is appropriate or not, and an icon is shown in the Status column.
When tool installation is done, press the [REGISTER] button. The tool is registered
as an installed tool, and the setup type changes to “None”.
[3] LAYOUT button

The turret diagram is shown when the [LAYOUT] button is set to ON.
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[4] DETAILS button
The detailed information of selected tool in the tool list is shown when the [DETAILS]
button is set to ON.
[5] OPERATION menu

TURRET ROTATION
Starts [Turret Rotation] in utilities. The turret stops at
the setup station position for the selected tool in the
tool list.
[6] OPTIONS button

The Options window opens when
you press the [OPTIONS] button.
Place a check mark in the check

box to enable respective function.
[7] REGISTER button

Completes the setup of a selected tool in the tool list and updates the installed tool
information with it.
[8] PACKAGE REGISTER button

Completes all the setups of tools in the tool list and updates the installed tool
information with them.
[9] AUTO REFERENCE POSITION RETURN: G50 button

Starts [Automatic Reference Position Return: G50] in utilities.
[10] RETURN TO 2ND MACHINE POSITION button

Starts [Return to 2nd Machine Position] in utilities.
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4. Workclamp setup
If there is a workclamp setup, the [CLAMP] tab is enabled.
Move the workclamps shown at [Setup Clamp] when changing the installation
positions of workclamps. When this is done, press the [COMPLETE SETUP] button.
5. Worksheet setup
If there is a worksheet setup, the [MATERIAL] tab is enabled.
Set the worksheet shown at [Setup Material] onto the machine. When this is done,
press the [COMPLETE SETUP] button.
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6. Running program operations
Check the surrounding area for safety and then press the [START] button on the NC
control panel to start the automatic operation.
6-1. If machine stops during automatic operation

The machine may stop for some reason during automatic operation. First check the
surrounding area for safety. The reason for stoppage is shown in the Alarm window.
Follow the instructions displayed.
REFERENCE
O For more information on the Alarm window, refer to "1-1. Alarm window" in
Appendix.
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7. Reprocessing sheets
Reprocess Sheet is a function to create a program that starts a process from the
middle, based on the program that stopped during automatic operation.
Reprocess Sheet operation (Program mode)

1. If the machine stops, clear any alarm occurring
in the machine and peripheral equipment.
Remove any thing that may hinder the process.
2. Select [OPERATION] -> [REPROCESS

SHEET].
3. The Reprocess Sheet window opens.
The section where the processing was interrupted is indicated with a bold line,
and the corresponding line in the program is selected.
4. Select a line segment in the figure to specify that position as the resume
position.
5. You can also use buttons to specify the resume position.
Button name Action

PRE. PUNCH button and The resume position shifts by one punch.
NEXT PUNCH button
PRE. TOOL button and The resume position shifts to the tool change position.
NEXT TOOL button
PRE. PARTS button and This specifies the starting part in multiple-part
NEXT PARTS button processing.
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6. When the resume position is determined, press the [GENERATE NC DATA]
button. The reprocess program is created.
7. If you are satisfied with the program created, press the [REGISTER] button.
The program is sent to NC.
NOTE
O If you want to correct the resume position, press the [RETURN TO CREATE]
button.
8. If you start the processing immediately, press the [START] button on the NC
control panel.
If you do not want to start the processing immediately, you can save the
program to a media. Press the [SAVE] button to open the Save window and
save the program.
9. When the operation of the program created in Reprocess Sheet is finished, the
display returns to the original program.
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8. Resume
If the process stops when the [STOP] button is pressed or for other reasons, the
Resume function returns the axes swiftly to the stopped position, even after the axes
were moved from the stopped position.
NOTE
O Never perform the following operations before using the Resume function.
Otherwise the machine may not operate properly.
(1) Load another program to operate the machine
(2) Edit the resume program
O The following functions and commands do not operate properly:
(1) Repositioning (G25 and G27)
O The Resume is an optional function. If the option is not enabled, the [Resume]
button is not shown on the display.
Resume operation
1. Reset the NC and clear the automatic operation
status.
2. If the machine stops, clear any alarm occurring

in the machine and peripheral equipment.
Remove any thing that may hinder the process.
You may move the axis or zero-return.
3. Select [OPERATION] -> [Resume].

The Resume window opens.
4. To move the axes, set the

[Last Process] button or [Next
Process] button in the window
to ON, and then press the
[START] button on the NC
control panel.
5. When the axes are moved to

the selected resume positions,
the Resume window closes.
6. To resume the process, press

the [START] button on the NC
control panel again.
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NOTE
O Depending on the resume position, the machine may be unable to resume its
operation properly due to a processing defect, for example.
O The Resume function cannot be used if an automatic operation is under way. The
NC needs to be reset.
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6-12
Part 7
Preparing
Schedules
1. Schedule list and temporary list ...................................... 7-2

2. Adding jobs ...................................................................... 7-3
3. Utilizing temporary list ..................................................... 7-6
4. Editing schedule list......................................................... 7-7
5. Editing on JOB Settings window .................................... 7-12
6. Checking setup............................................................... 7-14
7. Checking jobs that can be run with current
installation conditions ..................................................... 7-15
7-1
1. Schedule list and temporary list
There are two types of list for managing jobs on the SCHEDULE display.
Schedule list
This list contains schedules that start when the [START] button on the NC control
panel is pressed in the Schedule mode.
This list is also used as the target of schedule setup.
The list with the same content is displayed also on the EDIT PROGRAM display and
Temporary list
The temporary list is used to save jobs that should be excluded from the schedule
operation.
Jobs can be moved between the schedule list and temporary list.
Jobs in the temporary list are not included in the setup calculation.
You can use a drag-and-drop operation or press a button to display or hide these
jobs.
Both lists support the preview mode display.
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Icons in the program name column
An icon may appear at the left side of the program name. We recommend checking
the information of the program with the icon before starting the operation.
Icon Description
There is no stock of worksheets set in a job. This job cannot start or may be
skipped due to the stock shortage.
NOTE
O This appears only when the Load management function is enabled.
2. Adding jobs
To add a job to the schedule list and temporary list, you can either load a schedule
or select a program.
Loading schedule
1. Change the mode of the LOAD display to the
Schedule mode.
2. Select schedule data in a media and then press

the [GO TO SCHEDULE] or [GO TO
REGISTRATION] button.
3. Press the [SCHEDULE DETAILS] button to open the settings window. And you
can view the information of jobs registered.
Displayed items shown in the settings window vary depending on the

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Process Quantity Input window (for machine with particular peripheral
equipment or without peripheral equipment)
You need to enter the settings for each job added to the schedule, but you can press
the [ALL OK] button if the jobs can be added with the same values set in the
schedule data.
To change the settings later, call the JOB Settings window from the SCHEDULE
display.
NOTE
O The number of setting items displayed increase or decrease depending on the

(1) Press the [OK] button to add the job to the list. Press the [SKIP] button to
open a window for the next job without adding the job. Press the
[CANCEL] button to interrupt addition of the job.
(2) When the settings for all jobs are completed, the display changes to the
SCHEDULE display.
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JOB Settings window (for machine with storage unit, etc.)
In addition to the setting items in the Process Quantity Input window, you can also
enter the settings for pallets and other items to be used.
NOTE
O Select the material name from those registered in the material master. The
material type needs to be set on the material name.
O For details of the material master, refer to "1-4. MATERIAL MASTER/SKID
MASTER view" in Part 14.
(1) Press the [OK] button to add the job to the list. Press the [SKIP] button to
open a window for the next job without adding the job. Press the
[CANCEL] button to interrupt addition of the job.
(2) When the settings for all jobs are completed, the display changes to the
SCHEDULE display.
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Creating schedule with multiple programs
1. Change the mode of the LOAD display to the
Program mode.
2. Select a program in a media and then press the

[GO TO SCHEDULE] or [GO TO
REGISTRATION] button. Multiple jobs can be
selected from different media all at once.
3. If you touch [Selected Data] in the [Media Selection area], the Process Quantity
Input window for each job opens. Enter the job settings on this window. (not the
program information)
You need to enter the settings for each program selected, but you can press the
[ALL OK] button if the programs can be added with the default values.
To change the settings later, call the JOB Settings window from the SCHEDULE
display.
4. Press the [OK] button to add the program to the list as a job. If you press the
[CLOSE] button, the job is not added, and a window for the next program
opens.
5. When the settings for all programs are completed, the display changes to the
SCHEDULE display.
3. Utilizing temporary list

The temporary list can be used as the temporary saving area.
For example, you can load a schedule for night-time operation into the temporary
list, and change the quantity in the job or make correction to the program in the
temporary list during daytime, while the machine is operating.
At night, you can move the job in the temporary list to the schedule list. The look of
the list can be simplified by removing daytime jobs. Once you save schedules, you
can restore them later.
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4. Editing schedule list
Moving jobs
Select a job and then press the [MOVE] button. The
Move window opens.
Multiple jobs can be moved at the same time.
EDIT LIST menu

There is a function in the [EDIT LIST] menu to move
or copy a job to another list. Select a job and then
press the respective button. Multiple jobs can be
moved or copied at the same time.
The [▲] and [▼] buttons in the temporary list have
the same functions as [GO SCHEDULE] and [GO
TO REGISTRATION].
You can also move a job directly by dragging it to the
destination. However you can only move one job at
a time.
Selecting column items to be displayed in list

The same column items are displayed in the schedule list and temporary list. The
order of column items and whether or not to display these items are set on the Edit
List window.
Press and hold the header part of the schedule list to open the Edit List window.
Press the [OK] button after editing the list.
[1] [2] [3]
[5]
[4]
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[1] Fixed Item
This is the list of items that cannot be hidden. The display order cannot be changed.
[2] Show Item

This is the list of column items shown in the schedule list and the temporary list.
[3] Hide Item

This is the list of items hidden in the schedule list and the temporary list.
[4] Order change buttons

The order change buttons are used to change the column order in the schedule list
and temporary list. Place a check mark on the item you want to change its order,
and press the [▲] or [▼] button.
[5] Display change buttons

The display change buttons are used to change the display status of the column
items. Press the button to show or hide the item you have placed a check mark on.
Changing quantities
Only the columns shown below can be edited directly in the schedule list and
temporary list. Other changes in the settings are done on the JOB Settings window.
Column name Description
Process Scheduled number of sheets to be processed.
Quantity When the scheduled number of processing is completed, the
status changes to Normal Exit.
The counting method of process quantity can be found in
OPTIONS - SCHEDULE SETTINGS - [Operation Setting] tab.
Normal Exit Number of sheets with the Normal Exit status.
Abnormal End Number of sheets that ended in the middle of the process.
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Skip setting
Use the skip setting to exclude a job from the operation without removing it from the
list. Select a job and then press the [SKIP] button to add a skip setting to that job.
The skip icon (>>) appears and the color of the job changes to white in the schedule
list.
To clear the skip setting, go through the same procedure again.
Start job and end job

Normally, the schedule is run in sequence from No.
001. By setting the start job and end job, you can run
just a part of the list. You can also set just the start
job or end job.
Select a job and then select [SCHEDULE
SETTINGS] -> [SPECIFY START] or [END
SPECIFIED]. Once set, an icon (S: start or E: end) is
placed on that job.
To clear the start job and end job settings, go
through the same procedures again.
NOTE
O [GO TO EDIT STACKING], [INSTALL COMP] and [END PLAN SPECIFIED] are
not displayed depending on the equipment configuration.
REFERENCE
O For [GO TO EDIT STACKING], refer to "4. Editing stacking position when
unloading parts with TK" in Appendix.
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Specifying end plan
You can set the end condition of the schedule. [END PLAN SPECIFIED] can be
selected only during operation.
When you select [END PLAN SPECIFIED], the End Reservation JOB window
opens.
NOTE
O [END PLAN SPECIFIED] is not displayed depending on the equipment

configuration.
Item Description
TAKE ONESHEET END The operation ends when the processing reaches the
sheet picked up with the single pickup unit.
SPECIFIED TIMEEND The job reservation and processing are performed until
the time specified and then the operation ends.
UNSET Press the [UNSET] button to clear the setting for
specifying end plan.
END SETTINGS Press the [END SETTINGS] button to set the setting for
specifying end plan.
CLOSE Press the [CLOSE] button to close the window.
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Deleting jobs
Jobs can be deleted from the lists by selecting the jobs that are no longer
necessary, and then pressing the [DELETE] button.
In the figure above, skip is set on the first job.

The second job is the start job and the operation starts from this job.
The third job is not run as this has end normally. This job is selected, meaning you
can move, copy, or delete this item.
The fourth job is the end job. The following jobs are not run.
Saving programs and schedules

When you select a job, [PROGRAM] or [SCHEDULE] is enabled in the [SAVE]
menu.
Saving programs
The program of the selected job is
saved to a media.
Saving schedules
The selected job is saved as single
schedule data. The settings in the
job (quantity, storage unit
information, etc.) are included in
the schedule data.
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5. Editing on JOB Settings window
The JOB Settings window opens when you select a job and then press the [JOB
SETTINGS] button. On the JOB Settings window, you can change the settings of
multiple jobs all at once.
NOTE
O The layout of the JOB Settings window varies depending on the equipment
configuration of the machine. The following section provides the description of
common areas independent of the equipment configuration.
Single job
[1]
[2] [3]
[1] Scroll area
Use this area to switch the job shown on the JOB Settings window. You can also use
the [▲] and [▼] buttons to switch to the previous or next job.
[2] OK button
Press the [OK] button to apply the settings to the list.
[3] CANCEL button

Press the [CANCEL] button to close the JOB Settings window. The settings are not
applied to the list when the [OK] button has not been pressed.
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Multiple jobs
The [Reference Information] that existed on the window for a single job is not
shown.
A confirmation message is shown before the JOB settings window opens.
[1]
[2] [3]
[1] Selected jobs list
These are jobs that you can apply the job settings to. What you set on this window is
applied to all jobs shown in the selected jobs list.
[2] OK button
The [OK] button is enabled when the settings are changed. Press the [OK] button to
apply the settings to the list.
[3] CANCEL button

Press the [CANCEL] button to close the JOB Settings window. The settings are not
applied to the list when the [OK] button has not been pressed.
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6. Checking setup
Failure to appropriately handle the setup in the schedule operation may cause
alarms and operation stops. We recommend performing the setup calculation before
starting the operation.
The Setup column appears in this list when the
setup settings in OPTIONS - [SETUP CONFIG.] are
enabled. If you see a white icon in this column, you
need to perform the setup calculation.
Press the [SETUP CALCULATION] button to run the setup calculation on the
schedule list. The calculation result appears as an icon in the Setup column. If you
select this icon, the Setup window opens.
Icon Description
Tool setup
Worksheet setup
Workclamp setup
The setup work for the start job should be completed before the schedule operation
is started.
REFERENCE
O The setups can be integrated or calculation target can be limited in setup settings.
For details, refer to "1-2. SETUP CONFIG. view" in Part 15.
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7. Checking jobs that can be run with current installation
conditions
Installation comparison
You can check whether or not the automatic
operation can be performed with the current
installation conditions for the jobs added to the
schedule list.
Select [SCHEDULE SETTINGS] -> [INSTALL
COMP].
The result of installation comparison appears as an

icon in the Setup column. Icons are placed on jobs
that require setups.
See icons as a reference for setting the order of
schedules.
For example, collecting the jobs that require no
setups at the top of schedule allows you to leave the
setups for the schedule operation until later.
Icon Description
Tool setup
Worksheet setup
Workclamp setup
NOTE
O No details are shown even if you select the icons of installation comparison.
O Perform the setup calculation to check installation condition discrepancies.
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7-16
Part 8
Starting Schedule
Operations
1. Display of PROCESS MONITOR display ........................ 8-2

2. Running schedule operations .......................................... 8-3
3. Editing program during schedule operation .................... 8-5
4. Setup during schedule operation .................................... 8-6
8-1
NOTE
O The description in this Part assumes that jobs are already added to the schedule
list. An explanation is provided on the starting procedure of the schedule
operation, operation setup, and reprocessing of sheets.
1. Display of PROCESS MONITOR display

The names of the programs currently running and those that have ended are shown
on the PROCESS MONITOR display and a part is drawn on the display. These are
not programs that will run afterward.
The schedule list is shown at the left side of the display. You can view the progress
of the schedule operation.
Display of Operation Navigation area

When a schedule operation is running, its progress is shown in [Operation
Navigation area] at the top of the display.
Job progress
Left number: Number of jobs in the operation
Right number: Number of all jobs
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End of operation information
The display changes in sequence each time you touch this area.
Scheduled end time Scheduled remaining time Elapsed time
→ →
Today's cumulative
Instantaneous power
power consumption
2. Running schedule operations

1. Select [Switching] -> [Schedule] to show the SCHEDULE display.
2. Check the programs in the job that are added to the schedule. Special attention
is needed if an icon appears at the left side of the program name.
3. If you press the [SETUP CALCULATION] button, the setup icon appears in the
Setup column.
(1) Be sure to complete the setup of the start job before the operation starts.
(2) If you select the setup icon, the Setup window opens.
NOTE
O The first job that runs in the schedule is called the start job.
O Conditions of the start job are:
(1) Its status must be either “Not Started”, “Abort”, or “Abnormal End”.
(2) Skip is not set.
(3) It comes after the job currently shown.
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4. Check the ON/OFF setting under [PANEL] in Common Tools -> [PERIPHERAL
MACHINE] -> [Line Control].
NOTE
O Set [Line Control] to ON to perform schedule

operation with peripheral equipment. The
[Switching] menu illuminates in green.
O Set [Line Control] to OFF to perform schedule
operation just using the machine.
5. Check the surrounding area for safety and then press the [START] button on
the NC control panel to start the schedule operation.
NOTE
O The schedule list can be edited (e.g., quantity) after starting the operation.
However, the job that is running or reserved cannot be edited.
6. If a setup is needed during operation, the operation stops. Follow the

instructions on the Setup window.
7. If the operation stops for an alarm or other reasons, you can create a program
for resuming the operation with the reprocess sheet function.
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3. Editing program during schedule operation
The color of jobs in the schedule list changes according to the progress during
schedule operation.
[1]
[2]
[3]
[4]
[1] Current job in process (Program cannot be edited.): Blue, mark
[2] Reserved job (Program cannot be edited.): Blue gray, mark
[3] Job excluded from the operation (Program can be edited.)
[4] Job included in the operation (Program can be edited.)
To edit a program in the job added to the schedule or

temporary list, select the job and press the [GO TO
EDIT PROGRAM] button. The pencil icon is placed
on the job that is being edited.
Current and reserved jobs and programs that have
the same names as these jobs cannot be edited.
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4. Setup during schedule operation
The setup stop alarm occurs when the operation of the job with the setup icon is
started. Follow the instructions on the Setup window displayed and perform the
setup. The processing cannot be run normally if the setup is not completed.
Setup skip
Setup skip is a function that cancels the operation of the job, if setup is needed in
the job that you are attempting to run. If you could not prepare the worksheet or tool
needed in the job, you can add a skip setting to that job on the Setup window.
NOTE
O Do not press the [COMPLETE SETUP] button when the setup is not or cannot be
completed. When the operation resumes, an alarm may occur.
1. Press the [SKIP] button.
2. Press the [OK] button when the

Message Center window opens.
3. Skip setting is added to that job.
4. Clear the setup stop alarm.
5. The operation can be continued after performing the setup calculation again.
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5. Reprocessing sheets
The reprocessing of sheets in the Schedule mode assumes that the process is
resumed in the work on condition.
NOTE
O The operation is automatically restarted with the worksheet clamped (Work On)
on the machine when the line operation is performed with the peripheral
equipment designed for Work On.
1. The status of the current job that was running changes to “Abnormal End” when
the processing is stopped during schedule operation or when you interrupt the
processing to add an interrupt job.
Program Process Normal Abnormal

No. Status
Name Quantity Exit End
Job that was
001 ProgramA 5 2 1 Abnormal End
running
002 ProgramB 1 0 0 Not Started
2. While the current job is shown on the PROCESS MONITOR display, select
[OPERATION] -> [Reprocess Sheet].
3. On the Reprocess Sheet display, create a program for reprocessing.
4. Press the [REGISTER] button.
NOTE
O You cannot press the [REGISTER] button unless the program created in
Reprocess Sheet matches the current job.
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5. When the program is registered, a program for reprocessing the sheet is
inserted. The jobs added change as shown below.
Program Process Normal Abnormal

No. Status
Name Quantity Exit End
This job is
001 ProgramA 4 (5) 2 1 Abnormal End
skipped
Sheet is
002 ProgramA 1 0 0 Not Started
reprocessed
Same program
003 ProgramA 2 0 0 Not Started
as No. 001
004 ProgramB 1 0 0 Not Started
The reprocess sheet program with the process quantity set as 1 is added to the
job. The job for processing the remaining process quantity is added following
the reprocess sheet program.
A skip setting is added to the job that led you to create the reprocess sheet
program, and this job is excluded from the operation.
NOTE
O If "Normal Exit" is selected under [SCHEDULE SETTINGS] in OPTIONS ->

[Operation Setting] -> [Counting method of complete quantity], the process
quantity of the job that led you to create the reprocess sheet program is
reduced by 1. The process quantity is not reduced if "Normal Exit And
Abnormal End" is selected.
6. Insert the interrupt job as required.
7. Prepare to resume the processing.
8. Press the [START] button on the NC control panel.
To resume the operation with the worksheet used in the stopped process set
onto the machine, set the [Work On] button to ON on the SCHEDULE display.
When the processing of the worksheet finishes, the operation pauses.
8-8
Part 9
Editing
Programs
1. Edit function..................................................................... 9-3

1-1. Creating new programs ............................................ 9-3
1-2. Immediately processing after editing program
in media .................................................................... 9-5
1-3. Editing program that you want to
run later during schedule operation .......................... 9-6
1-4. Editing program information ..................................... 9-7
1-5. Saving edited program to media .............................. 9-9
1-6. Discarding program during editing ........................... 9-9
1-7. Editing program ....................................................... 9-10
1-8. Editing used tools .................................................... 9-10
2. Draw mode ..................................................................... 9-12
2-1. Edit drawing functions ............................................. 9-12
2-1-1. MATERIAL ........................................................ 9-14
2-1-2. BASE POINT .................................................... 9-15
2-1-3. MULTIPLE-PART .............................................. 9-16
2-1-4. END VALUE ...................................................... 9-19
2-1-5. REMNANT CUT ................................................ 9-20
2-2. Creating programs that start from origin .................. 9-23
9-1
3. G-code mode ................................................................. 9-24
3-1. Editing in G-code mode ........................................... 9-24
3-2. Search and replace ................................................. 9-25
3-2-1. Search .............................................................. 9-26
3-2-2. Replace............................................................. 9-27
3-2-3. Multiple string replace ....................................... 9-28
3-3. Copy, cut, and paste ................................................ 9-30
3-4. Check functions ....................................................... 9-31
3-4-1. Searching for program line
that matches drawing element ......................... 9-31
3-4-2. Checking processing order ............................... 9-32
3-5. INPUT GUIDE function ............................................ 9-34
9-2
1. Edit function
1-1. Creating new programs
Programs can be edited on site, before starting the processing.
This section explains the procedures using an example of creating a program that
punches with a tool.
1. Touch the [EDIT PROGRAM] tab at the top of the display in the Program mode.
2. Press the [NEW] button.
3. When the New window opens, enter a

program name.
4. Press the [OK] button.
5. First, edit the program in the Draw

mode.
Select [Switch Display] -> [Draw
Mode].
6. Edit the worksheet information.

Displayed edit items differ depending on the operation method.
(1) Select [Menu List area] -> [MATERIAL].
(2) Make the selection at [Material Code]. Material code is not a mandatory
item, but it is convenient to set the material name, thickness and size at
once.
(3) Make the selection at [Material Type].
(4) Enter the thickness at [Thickness]. When the Load management function is
enabled, values associated with a material name are automatically set.
(5) At [Size], enter the size of the worksheet to be used.
7. Press the [APPLY] button.
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8. Change the mode to the G-code mode.
Select [Switch Display] -> [NC Data
Mode].
The G-code program created in the edit

operations up to now is displayed.
9. Enter a program to punch with a tool.
X200.Y200.T201
Change the punch position and the T-

number as appropriate. Also, use the T-
number present under [PRESS] in
Common Tools -> [TOOL INSTALL].
10. Register a tool to use.
(1) Press the [TOOL INFO] button at

the upper right on the display.
The ToolInfo window opens.
(2) Press the [CHECK T] button. The tool to use is added.
(3) Press the [OK] button.
11. In the drawing of the processing diagram, check the punch position. When the
machine origin is set as the reference point in the program, it is indicated by a
green cross symbol while another position is set as the reference point, it is
indicated by a red cross symbol.
12. The program that starts the processing from the machine origin is now created.
(1) If you prefer to run this program later for the processing, press the [SAVE]
button to save it to a media.
(2) To start the processing right away, press the [GO TO PROCESS MON.]
button.
9-4
1-2. Immediately processing after editing program in
media
This section explains the single part processing in the Program mode.
1. Select [Switching] -> [Program] to switch the operating mode to the Program
mode.
2. From the LOAD display, load a program to EDIT PROGRAM display.
3. If the program you selected on the LOAD display is already added to the
PROCESS MONITOR display or the schedule list or temporary list on the
SCHEDULE display, the Overwrite Confirmation window opens.
Selection Description
YES button The program with the same name already loaded in AMNC 3i
will be overwritten. The program in the media will be loaded for
editing.
NO button Loading of a program will be canceled.
4. The editing operation before processing can be done in the Draw mode. When
the editing is finished, press the [APPLY] button to apply what you edited to the
G-code program. If you press the [CANCEL] button, the edit is not applied.
5. In the drawing of the processing diagram, check the relative positions of the
parts, worksheet, and clamps.
6. Press the [GO TO PROCESS MON.] button to send the program to the
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1-3. Editing program that you want to run later during
schedule operation
In the Schedule mode, the LOAD display cannot load programs to the EDIT
PROGRAM display. Also, the operating mode cannot be changed during automatic
operation.
To edit a program that you want to run later, we recommend utilizing the temporary
list.
Programs that cannot be edited during schedule operation

O Job being processed
(Blue, mark)
O Reserved job
(Blue gray, mark)
Editing programs using temporary list

1. On the LOAD display, select a program and press the [GO TO
REGISTRATION] button to add it to the temporary list.
2. Select a job in the temporary list and press the [GO TO EDIT PROGRAM]
button to load it into the EDIT PROGRAM display.
3. When you finish editing, press the [GO TO SCHEDULE] button.
4. To add the edited program as one of the jobs in the schedule operation, move
that job from the temporary list to the schedule list.
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1-4. Editing program information
Program information is the information
attached to the program. This information is
shown on the PROCESS MONITOR display
and in the preview on the SCHEDULE
display, and is also used in the setup
calculation.
The program information can be edited on the window opened by pressing the
[PROGRAM INFO] button on the EDIT PROGRAM display.
Item Description
Machine Name Machine name used in the program (cannot be edited)
Comment Comment for the program
Material Code Material code used in the program (cannot be edited in the
Draw mode.)
The code can be set using the material master when the
program is added to a schedule.
Material Name Worksheet name used in the program (cannot be edited in the
Draw mode.)
The name can be set using the material master when the
program is added to a schedule.
Thickness Worksheet thickness used in the program (cannot be edited in
the Draw mode.)
Material Size Worksheet size used in the program (cannot be edited in the
Draw mode.)
The size can be edited in [MATERIAL] in the Draw mode.
Parts Size Size of part including piercing (cannot be edited)
If the size changes when editing the program, the size is
recalculated when the program is registered.
Clamp Position Clamp position in the program
Tooling Layout Name Tool layout name used for allocation in automatic programming
Estimated Cycle Time Scheduled process time in the program (cannot be edited)
Creation Date Creation date of the program (cannot be edited)
Date Updated Modified date of the program (cannot be edited)
Sheet Flag Sheet flag of the program (cannot be edited)
This is set with automatic programming.
Processing Category Processing category of the program (cannot be edited)
This is set with automatic programming.
CLOSE button This closes the Program window.
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1-5. Saving edited program to media
The program can be saved to a media on the EDIT PROGRAM display.
1. If the program is edited, press the [APPLY] button to apply the edited
information to the G-code program.
2. Press the [SAVE] button.
3. Change the program name and machine name as required.
4. Select the save destination folder and then press the [OK] button.
1-6. Discarding program during editing

Press the [DISCARD] button on the EDIT
PROGRAM display to discard the program you are
editing.
NOTE
O This does not affect the program in the media.

O If you selected to overwrite the current program
when loading the program into EDIT PROGRAM
display, you cannot recover the overwritten
program even if you have discarded the edited
program.
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1-7. Editing program
Simple edit functions are available in program editing in AMNC 3i. For advanced
editing operations including changing the shape and setting the TK (takeout loader)
pickup position, use the automatic programming.
Draw mode Refer to “2. Draw mode” in this Part.

G-code mode Refer to “3. G-code mode” in this Part.
1-8. Editing used tools

The used tool information is included in programs for combination machines and
punching machines. The used tool information is used for creating drawing data and
calculating tool setup.
You can edit the used tool information on
the window that opens when you press the
[TOOL INFO] button on the EDIT
PROGRAM display.
Edit the used tool information for example when you could not prepare a tool that
was set when the program was created, and you want to use a tool with different
size instead.
NOTE
O When you edit a used tool, the edited shape of the tool is drawn in the processing
diagram.
O If you delete a used tool, a tool shape cannot be drawn in the processing diagram.
X mark is drawn in the coordinates of punching processing.
ToolInfo window
Used tool list
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Item Description
Shape Filters the used tools to be displayed in the list by their
shapes.
Range Filters the used tools to be displayed in the list by range.
Used tool list Used tool information added in the program.
A pencil icon is placed on the used tool that is being edited.
CHECK T button Performs a search for T-numbers in the program and
corrects missing or extra used tool information.
Edit at the end of Place a check mark to perform CHECK T when the ToolInfo
automatic Check T window is closed.
DELETE button Deletes the selected used tool information.
OK button Applies the edited used tool information and closes the
ToolInfo window.
APPLY button Applies the edited used tool information.
CANCEL button Discards the edited used tool information and closes the
ToolInfo window.
CHECK T
CHECK T checks the consistencies between the tool numbers in the program and
used tool information.
When the check is performed, the background color of the tool number that exists
only in NC program turns green, and the tool number that exists only in used tool
information turns pink.
O Tool number that exists only in NC program

This is a tool number in the G code, and there is no used tool information. If a tool
is installed for this tool number, tool information is set based on the installed tool
information.
O Tool number that exists only in Use tool
The tool number in the used tool information is not used in the G code. Delete the
used tool information or check the G code.
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2. Draw mode
2-1. Edit drawing functions
In the Draw mode, users with no knowledge of G-code programming can perform
simple edit operations.
The edit drawing functions can be selected from the list at the left side of the display.
The edited information needs to be applied to the program before using a different
function.
Press the [APPLY] button at the right bottom to apply the edit.
Press the [CANCEL] button if you do not want to apply the edit.
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The table below shows the edit drawing functions available on the punching
machine.
NOTE
O Some functions cannot be used depending on the content of the program.

O When using the REMNANT CUT function, we recommend doing so at the end of
the edit operation. When remnant cut is applied, you cannot use the MATERIAL,
BASE POINT, and MULTIPLE-PART functions.
Edit drawing
Description
function
MATERIAL Use this function to edit the worksheet information to be used
in the processing.
BASE POINT Use this function to edit the part reference point and origin
settings at the start of processing.
MULTIPLE-PART Use this function to create and edit multiple-part processing
programs.
END VALUE Use this function to edit the motion after the end of cutting for
each path.
REMNANT CUT Use this function to insert/delete a cutting command according
to the unfold size and worksheet size.
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2-1-1. MATERIAL
Use this function to edit the worksheet information to be used in the processing.
Item Description
Material Code Select a material code to automatically set the material name,
thickness and size.
Material Name Sets the name of the worksheet to be processed.
Material Type Selects the material type of the worksheet to be processed.
(Setting range: Steel, Stainless, or Aluminum)
Thickness Sets the thickness of the worksheet to be processed.
Size Sets the size of the worksheet to be processed.
When you use the combo box, the values entered in the past
are indicated as choices. (max. 15)
Description of material code and material name

Both the edit items are used in the states registered in the material master in
advance. These are setting items to prevent input error of numerical value and to
facilitate material selection. These items may not appear depending on the
equipment configuration and operation method.
The following is an example to show the relations among the items.
Material Code Size

(SPC1.0-4X8) (2438.000, 1219.000)
Material Name Thickness
(SPC1.0) (1.00)
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2-1-2. BASE POINT
Use this function to edit the part reference point and origin settings at the start of
processing.
Item Description
HOME-POSITION button This sets the origin at the start of the processing to
become the machine origin.
Base Point
Item Description
X and Y Specify the offset amount.
NOTE
O Programs that have unloading commands using the takeout loader or parts
remover cannot use the BASE POINT function.
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2-1-3. MULTIPLE-PART
Use this function to edit multiple parts processing programs.
Item Description
Base Sets the offset amount.
Spacing Sets the web widths in the X- and Y-directions when the part is
laid out.
Number Displays the total quantity when you set the quantity in the X-
and Y-directions.
These are P and K values in the G98 command.
PIECE COUNT When the [PIECE COUNT] button is pressed, the multiple-part
button processing is set so that the layout fits within the worksheet.
Processing Sets the part cutting direction, sequence, and start position.
Sequence
Processing Sets the resume position (P value in G75 and G76 commands)
Location and end position (R value in G75 and G76 commands) of the
multiple-part processing.
Processing sequence menu
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Wider Spacing button
Widens the web widths to match the worksheet size while
keeping the current number setting.
The web width between parts is the same as the space at the
edge of a worksheet.
Margin Setting button

Press the button to open the settings window. Sets the margin to
be used for piece count. Setting a large margin may reduce the
quantity.
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NOTE
O If you apply the MULTIPLE-PART function to a single-part program, a program to

process multiple parts on the tool basis is created. Any multiple-part program to
process on the product basis cannot be created.
O Programs with the repositioning command (G25, G27, G105, G106) cannot use
the MULTIPLE-PART function.
O Programs that have unloading commands using the takeout loader or parts
remover cannot use the MULTIPLE-PART function.
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2-1-4. END VALUE
Use this function to set the motion after the end of cutting for each path.
To set the end value, select a path in the figure and then press one of the end value
set buttons.
End value set buttons
Item Description
NO button Sets no end value. The end value setting is cleared.
WORK CHUTE Sets the command to open the work chute.
button This end value cannot be set to punching processes.
WORK CHUTE Sets the command to open the work chute and turn off the
SENSOR OFF work chute sensor.
button This end value cannot be set to punching processes.
MACHINE Sets the machine stop (M00) command.
STOP
button
OPTIONAL Sets the optional stop (M01) command.
STOP button
TK OUT button This cannot be set.
NOTE
O The [WORK CHUTE] button and the [WOK CHUTE SENSOR OFF] button may
not be available depending on the machine model and options installed.
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2-1-5. REMNANT CUT
Use this function to insert/delete a cutting command according to the unfold size and
worksheet size.
NOTE
O If the G92 X and Y values in a program does not match the machine origin (X, Y),
any remnant cut cannot be inserted. In such a case, change the base point in
advance. When the [HOME-POSITION] button is set to ON in the [BASE POINT]
view, you can set the machine origin to the G92 X and Y values. Refer to "2-1-2.
BASE POINT" in this Part.
Processing Seq. menu

A remnant cut command is inserted when
you select a position and direction from the
[Processing Seq.] menu.
NOTE
O Remnant cut only be inserted in one

direction.
O When you do not perform remnant cut,
select [NO CUT].
O When remnant cut is inserted, you cannot use the MATERIAL, BASE POINT,
MULTIPLE-PART, and PARTS LAYOUT functions in the programs that follow the
present program.
Item Description
Position Sets the position where remnant cut is inserted.
Spacing Sets the web width between the part and remnant cut.
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NOTICE
O Check that remnant cut does not interfere with the workclamp in [Draw area].
When it interferes, shift the coordinates of remnant cut.
Joint Quantity menu

Before executing remnant cut, you can set
JOINT or NO JOINT and the joint amount.
Item Description
NO JOINT button Adds no joint to remnant cut.
JOINT 1 button Adds a joint to remnant cut in one location.
JOINT 2 button Adds joints to remnant cut in two locations.
Amount Sets the joint amount.
Cutting Tool
(1) Press the [SELECT] button to open the ToolInfo window. The display is
narrowed down according to the conditions of the cutting tool.
Conditions of cutting tool
O Shape is square, rectangle, or square with corner R
O X dimension is 10 mm or more
(2) If there is no tool suitable for a tool to use, the installed tool can be added as a
tool to use. Press the [TOOL INSTALL] button to open the Select Tool window.
(3) Select an intended tool and press the [OK] button.
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PAUSE BEFORE RETURN REFERENCE button
When the [PAUSE BEFORE RETURN
REFERENCE] button is set to ON, the machine stop
(M00) command is inserted after remnant cut.
NOTE
O The [PAUSE BEFORE RETURN REFERENCE]

button may not appear depending on the machine
model.
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2-2. Creating programs that start from origin
This section explains how to create a program that start from the origin, using the
BASE POINT function.
Procedure
1. Load the program into the EDIT PROGRAM display.
2. Set the worksheet information, and press the [APPLY] button.
3. Select BASE POINT function.
(1) Set the [HOME-POSITION] button to ON.
(2) When the red cross symbol moves to the machine origin, press the
[APPLY] button.
4. The program is now created. Start the processing with the axes zero-returned.
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3. G-code mode
3-1. Editing in G-code mode
The G-Code mode allows you to edit the G-code program directly.
You can edit a program in the editor at the left side of the display, and save it.
If you place a check mark on [Refresh During Edit]

from the [Drawing settings] button ( ), the
drawing is refreshed whenever you edit the G-code
program.
NOTE
O The key input response may deteriorate as the graphic data is constantly
generated. The response can be improved by removing the check mark.
The [FIRST LINE] and [LAST LINE] buttons move

the cursor to the first and last lines in the G-code
program that you are editing.
Press the [CURSOR LINE] button to show the line

where the cursor is currently located in the G-code
program.
To go back one step in the G-code program edit
operation, press the [UNDO] button, and to cancel
the undo operation, press the [REDO] button.
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3-2. Search and replace
This section explains the function to search and
replace a certain character string in the G-code
program that you are editing.
Press the [SEARCH AND REPLACE] button to open
a window for performing search, replace, or multiple
replace of a character string. Select a function by
touching the respective tab.
Select one of the three buttons to select a direction to search for a character string
in each function.
Button Search direction

SEARCH DOWN Searches for the character string below the cursor position.
button
SEARCH UP Searches for the character string above the cursor position.
button
SEARCH FROM Searches for the character string from the first line to the
TOP TO BOTTOM bottom line of the G-code program.
button
If the target character string is found, that character string is shown in red.
Press the [CLOSE] button to close the Search And

Replace window.
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3-2-1. Search
The [Search] tab is used to search for a certain character string.
Press the [SEARCH NEXT] button to search for the

next matching character string according to the
search direction you selected.
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3-2-2. Replace
The [Replace] tab is used to search for a character string and replace it with another
character string.
Item Description
String Before Enter the character string that you want to replace.
Conversion
String After Enter the character string that replaces the matching
Conversion character string.
START button Starts the search and replace operation and searches for
the first character string that matches what is entered at
[String Before Conversion] in the current search condition.
REPLACE button Replaces the current matching character string with what is
entered at [String After Conversion], and searches for the
next matching character string.
SKIP button Skips the replace operation of the current matching
character string and searches for the next matching
character string.
ABORT Button Aborts the search and replace operation.
REPLACE ALL Replaces all subsequent matching character strings in the
FROM NEXT current search direction.
button
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3-2-3. Multiple string replace
The [Multiple String Replace] tab is used to run multiple replace operations at the
same time.
Set the character strings before and after conversion in the list to create a
combination of strings to be used in the replace operation.
Use the check box at the left side of each combination item to set whether or not to
include it in the replace operation.
If a check mark is removed, that combination is excluded from the multiple replace.
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Item Description
String Before Enter the character string that you want to replace.
Conversion
String After Enter the character string that replaces the matching
Conversion character string.
Comment You can enter a comment for the character string
combination.
START button Starts the search and replace operation and searches for
the first character string that matches what is entered at
[String Before Conversion] in the current search condition.
REPLACE button Replaces the current matching character string with what is
entered at [String After Conversion], and searches for the
next matching character string.
SKIP button Skips the replace operation of the current matching
character string and searches for the next matching
character string.
ABORT Button Aborts the search and replace operation.
REPLACE ALL Replaces all subsequent matching character strings in the
FROM NEXT current search direction.
button
CLEAR ALL Clears all entered replace combinations in the list.
INPUT
button
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3-3. Copy, cut, and paste
This section explains the copy, cut, and paste functions that can be used for each
line in edit operation of the G-code program.
To copy or cut the selected line in a program, press

the [COPY] button.
When you press the [COPY] button, the Specifying the Copy / Cut line window
opens. To change the range of what you want to copy or cut, change the line
number in the start line or end line.
If the range of what you want to copy or cut is correct, press the [COPY] button or
the [CUTTING] button. If you do not want to proceed, press the [CLOSE] button.
To paste the copied/cut information to the current

cursor position, press the [PASTE] button.
The Message Center window opens when you press the [PASTE] button. Press the
[OK] button if you want to paste the information, or press the [CANCEL] button if you
do not want to proceed.
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3-4. Check functions
3-4-1. Searching for program line that matches drawing
element
To search for a program line that matches the
element shown in [Draw area], set the [DRAWING-
>NC DATA] button to ON.
To use another function, press this button again to
set itself to OFF.
If you select a figure shown in [Draw area] while the [DRAWING->NC DATA] button
is set to ON, the program line for that processing is highlighted.
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3-4-2. Checking processing order
To check the processing order of the G-code
program that you are editing, press the [STEP
DRAW] button. The display will switch.
Checking each step

When the [STEP] button is pressed, the cursor line
will proceed one step at a time. Similarly, all process
contents will be drawn starting from the top of the
program to the current cursor line.
After that, either press the [STEP] button or press
the down cursor key to have drawings proceed one
step at a time whenever the cursor line proceeds.
Checking auto step feed

When the [AUTO] button is pressed, the cursor line
will proceed automatically and process details will be
drawn. This enables the process order to be Low Speed
checked continuously.
When in progress, the speed of the auto step feed
will change every time the [AUTO] button is pressed.
(Low → Medium → High → Low→...) Medium Speed High Speed
When the [PAUSE] button is pressed, auto step feed

will be paused.
To release pause, press the [AUTO] button.
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NOTE
O Step feed operations for the multiple-part processing macro are different for the
first part and from the second part on.
First part From second part on

Run step in UV macro Run step for each part
To use another edit function, press the [STEP DRAW

END] button to exit the step drawing.
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3-5. INPUT GUIDE function
The INPUT GUIDE function assists program editing
in the G-code mode. It can generate G-code for
punching. Select a pattern from the [INPUT GUIDE]
menu to open the Input Guide window.
NOTE
O The INPUT GUIDE function is available only on a specific machine model.

O The [INPUT GUIDE] menu is shown when the INPUT GUIDE function is enabled.
This function is disabled at the shipment from our factory.
REFERENCE
O For changing Enable/Disable of the INPUT GUIDE function, refer to "1-4-2. Input
Guide tab" in Part 15.
INPUT GUIDE menu
Pattern Description
Starting Worksheet data, Origin setup
G93 Origin move (offset)
G50 Zero-return
G27/G25 Reposition (auto-repositioning)
G90/G91 Single-hole punching
G66 Shear-proof punching (specifying punching length I and
angle J)
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Pattern Description
G66(AI) Shear-proof punching (automatic setting of punching length
I and angle J from start and end point coordinates)
G28 Holes on a straight line (line at angle)
G29 Arc
G26 Circumference (bolt hole circle)
G36/G37 Grid
G69/G79 Straight line (nibbling line, punching line)
G68/G78 Arc (nibbling arc, punching arc)
G67 Rectangular hole punching (square)
REFERENCE
O For details of each pattern, refer to Part III, G-codes, in the separate
Programming Manual.
Input Guide window (e.g. G66)
[1] [2]
[3] [4] [5]
[1] Tool area

Selects a tool to use for pattern punching. Can be omitted.
Press the [SELECT] button and select a tool in the ToolInfo window. If there is no
tool suitable for a tool to use, the installed tool can be added as a tool to use.
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[2] Parameter area
Sets each parameter for the pattern punching. Parameters vary according to the
selected pattern.
[3] CONTINUE ADD button

Inserts a G-code program at the cursor position of the editor.
[4] ADD button

Inserts a G-code program at the cursor position of the editor and closes the Input
Guide window.
[5] CANCEL button

Closes the Input Guide window.
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Part 10
Common Tools
1. Description ..................................................................... 10-2

2. MONITOR tab ................................................................ 10-3
2-1. CURRENT VALUE................................................... 10-3
2-2. I/O ............................................................................ 10-5
2-3. PROCESS QTY. ...................................................... 10-6
2-4. PRESS .................................................................... 10-7
3. PANEL tab ...................................................................... 10-8
3-1. OPERATION button ................................................. 10-9
3-2. PUNCH button ........................................................ 10-12
3-3. SETUP button ......................................................... 10-16
3-4. MAINTENANCE button .......................................... 10-17
3-5. PERIPHERAL MACHINE button ............................ 10-19
4. PRESS tab .................................................................... 10-20
4-1. TOOL INSTALL view ............................................... 10-20
4-2. PRESS M-CODE view............................................ 10-21
10-1
1. Description
This part explains the layout of common tools window.
You can bring the common tools window to the front, Process Monitor
even while working in another window. This is
possible not only during operation, but also when the
EDIT PROGRAM display, UTILITIES display or Common Tools
MAINTENANCE display are shown.
Normally, [Common Tools Window Open Buttons

area] is shown at the top-right of the display. Press
one of these buttons to expand the common tools
window.
The common tools window cannot be dragged to
another area. Use the button at the bottom-right to
view the window hidden behind the common tools
window. The shape of common tools window
changes as shown in the icons.
To close the common tools window, press the [X] at

the bottom-right or press the button that is currently
selected.
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2. MONITOR tab
When you touch the [MONITOR] tab on [Common Tools Window Open Buttons
area], the display changes to the MONITOR window.
2-1. CURRENT VALUE

The CURRENT VALUE monitors the current axes coordinates. The buttons change
the display method. The number of axes displayed varies, depending on the
processing machine.
TOTAL button
Press the [TOTAL] button to show the absolute position, machine position, relative
position and remain position.
ABSOLUTE button, MACHINE button, and REMAIN button

Press the [ABSOLUTE] button to show the absolute position.
Press the [MACHINE] button to show the machine position.
The [REMAIN] button is displayed only in the MEMORY or MDI modes. It is hidden
in modes other than MEMORY or MDI. Press this button to show the remaining
distance.
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RELATIVE button
Press the [RELATIVE] button to show the relative positions.
PRESET button
Preset changes the value of relative position.
1. Set the [PRESET] button to ON.
2. Select an axis to set the button to ON. Axes should be changed one by one.
3. The coordinate value becomes editable. After entering the value, press the
[ENTER] key on the keyboard to confirm.
4. Set the [PRESET] button to OFF.
ORIGIN button
Origin initializes the value of relative positions (sets the value to "0.000").
1. To initialize just the selected axis, press the button next to the axis name to ON.
2. Press the [ORIGIN] button.
3. When the Message Center window opens, determine whether to initialize all
axes or just the selected axis, and then press either the [YES] button, [ALL
AXIS] button or [NO] button. If the button next to the axis name is not pressed
to ON in the step 1, the [YES] button is not shown.
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2-2. I/O
The I/O monitors the values of various addresses. Press one of the buttons from [1]
through [5] to change the grid.
Column name Description

Category Select where to get the I/O from.
MACHINE: Processing machine
PERIPHERAL: Peripheral equipment
EMPTY: Item in the same line is initialized.
Address Enter the address of the I/O that you want to get.
Example: R7200 or R7200.1
Data Length Select the size of the address.
BIT, BYTE, WORD, or DWORD
Type Select the display format of the address.
BIN, DEC, DEC_SIGN, or HEX
Data Acquired value is displayed. The value cannot be edited.
Comment Enter an intended comment.
SAVE menu
SnapShot
The Snapshot is a function to output what is
displayed on the grid as a CSV file.
1. Select [SnapShot].
2. A SAVE window opens.
3. Specify the save destination folder and then

enter the file name.
4. Press the [SAVE] button to save the information.
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IO Information
The IO information is the function to output a file for the IO signals of the machine.
The output file is encrypted. You cannot view the contents of the file.
1. Select [IO Information].
2. A SAVE window opens.
3. Specify the save destination folder and then enter the file name.
4. Press the [SAVE] button to save the information.
2-3. PROCESS QTY.

This function sets the process quantity in the Program mode and counts the
completed quantity.
NOTE
O The Process Quantity is an optional function.
Name Description
The Process Quantity and This is a function to reset the quantity when a
Completed Quantity are set to new program is transferred or when the
"0" when the program is operating mode is changed.
transferred.
Process Quantity Enter the process quantity. If the process
quantity is zero, the Process Quantity function is
disabled.
Completed Quantity The completed quantity is displayed. An alarm
is triggered when the completed quantity
reaches the process quantity, and the process
completion is notified.
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2-4. PRESS
Various press information is displayed.
NOTE
O [PRESS] is shown only on a specific machine model.
Item Description
M-Code Press pattern M-code
Waiting Position Punch waiting position (input value)
Slow Position Punch deceleration position (input value)
Bottom Position Punch bottom position (input value)
Forming Cycle Time Forming time
Thickness Worksheet thickness
Cutting Blade Circumference Circumferential length of cut made with punch
Shearing Strength Shearing strength of worksheet
Press Pressure Press pressure (when commanded, absolute
command value)
Press Speed Press speed (when commanded, absolute
command value)
Distance from TDC Current position of press
Actual Pressure Punching tonnage
Motor Temperature A-axis motor temperature
Motor Load Factor A-axis motor load factor
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3. PANEL tab
The buttons on the [PANEL] tab change by pressing the [OPERATION] button,
[PUNCH] button, [SETUP] button, [MAINTENANCE] button, and [PERIPHERAL
MACHINE] button.
And some function is optional depending on machine combination.
Operating with buttons

There are different type buttons on the [PANEL] tab, and each of these behaves
differently.
The black buttons change how the machine

operates.
The recommended buttons are underlined. An
orange outline appears in other cases.
The buttons with white background color can be

used when the mode on the machine is switched to
MANUAL.
These buttons cannot be used in the MEMORY
mode.
If you press the option button ( ) at the upper
right, a window related to operation settings will
open.
For buttons with covers, the first touch opens the

cover and the second touch presses the button. The
cover closes automatically, several seconds after the
first touch.
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3-1. OPERATION button
Multiple Settings
This is used when performing multiple-part
processing.
FIRST: First Part processes just one part at the
bottom-left.
REM: Remaining Parts processes remaining parts
except the part processed in First Part.
ALL: All Parts processes all parts.
FIRST REM ALL
NOTE
O Multiple-part processing programs should be run while one of these buttons (the
[FIRST] button, [REM] button or [ALL] button) is illuminated. Normal execution of
the program is not possible if all buttons are extinguished.
Auto Power Off

Set to ON to power off the machine automatically
when the machine stops at the end of its program
operation or occurrence of an alarm.
Optional Stop
Set to ON to pause the machine when M01 (optional
stop command) is read. The process is resumed by
pressing the [START] button on the NC control
panel.
Single Block
When you set this to ON, the machine executes one
block of the program and then stops each time you
press the [START] button on the NC control panel.
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Block Skip
When you set this to ON, the machine ignores each
block with a slash (/) at the beginning and reads the
next block.
Program Check
The machine dry runs when you set this to ON and
start the program. During the dry run, the machine
coordinate values on the display change, but the
axes do not move, and the M-codes are not
executed.
Resume Schedule
When you set this to ON and the machine is stopped
during schedule operation, the operation can be
resumed from where the machine stopped.
NOTE
O The Resume Schedule is an optional function.
Jamming Sensor
Set to ON to enable the worksheet bow detection. If
bow is detected, the machine stops as a warning
stop.
Sheet Pull
Set to ON to enable the worksheet clamp detection.
If the sensor detects the worksheet to have not been
clamped, the machine stops as a warning stop.
NOTE
O On the clamp positioner specification machine, detection is not performed if the Y-

axis is positioned at the origin. Detection is started once the Y-axis is off the
origin.
O If repositioning is performed, the worksheet clamp detection is not performed until
the program ends.
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Work Chute Sensor
Set to ON to stop the machine as a warning stop
with the massage "PART DROP FAILURE" if the
sensor does not detect a part dropping down to the
workchute during automatic operation.
NOTE
O If the [SHUTTER] keyswitch is turned to "OFF", part drop detection is not

performed even if [Work Chute Sensor] is set to ON.
Start Position Check

Set to ON to check the start position of automatic
operation. The machine stops by an alarm if the
machine position has deviated from the correct start
position. Start automatic operation again after zero-
returning the machine.
Also, the origin setup (G92) is automatically made from the current machine position
without referring to the arguments X and Y values.
Set to OFF not to check the start position of automatic operation. Also, the origin
setup (G92) is made, referring to the arguments X and Y values.
NOTE
O [Start Position Check] may not be displayed depending on the machine

specifications.
Work Overhang Interlock

with the message "WORK OVERHANG STOP"
when the worksheet protrudes from the table after
the repositioning.
NOTE
O Once "WORK OVERHANG STOP" is displayed, the processing is continued while

the program is running, even if the worksheet is protruding. When the program
reaches G50 at the end, and just before the X-axis protrudes, the processing is
paused with the message displayed again.
O [Work Overhang Interlock] may not be displayed depending on the machine
specifications.
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3-2. PUNCH button
Press Top Dead Center
Set to ON to stop the press at the top dead center.
Set to OFF to stop the press at the top stroke end or
second top dead center.
Strip Miss
Set to ON to perform the stripping failure detection.
The machine stops as a warning stop if a stripping
failure is detected.
Strip Miss2
Set to ON to perform the stripping failure detection at
the second top dead center position. The machine
stops as a warning stop if a stripping failure is
detected.
NOTE
O [Strip Miss2] may not be displayed depending on the machine specifications.
Punching Override
When this is set to ON, the machine stops as a
warning stop with the message "OVERRIDE",
"REPOSITIONING", or "DEAD ZONE" when one of
the workclamps enters the override region or
repositioning is specified near one of the
workholders.
Set to OFF to disable the override detection function and repositioning confirmation.
NOTE
O The dead zone region detection is performed only on the first sheet in the
automatic operation.
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Air Blow Settings
Used to select the air blow settings.
Enable Always: Air blow is always enabled.
M-Code: Air blow is enabled from when the
air blow command (M690) is
specified to when the program ends
or to when the air blow cancel
command (M691) is specified.
Tool Info.: Air blow is enabled when the process uses a tool set as an air blow
tool in the tool information.
Mcode and Tool Info.: Air blow is enabled when the condition for [Mcode] or [Tool
Info.] is met.
OFF: Air blow is disabled, regardless of the air blow command or settings
in the tool information.
NOTE
O Air blow is always performed during MPT tapping processing, regardless of the air
blow settings.
O Press the option button ( ) at the upper right to open the Air Blow window
and set the air blow settings.
Air Blow Low Oil Interlock

when the air blow oil level drops.
NOTE
O The machine stops as a warning stop if a drop in air blow oil level is detected
during an MPT tapping process, regardless of this setting.
Vacuum
Set to ON to start the power vacuum during
punching processing.
NOTE
O The power vacuum is always enabled during MPT tapping processing, regardless
of this setting.
O [Vacuum] may not be displayed depending on the machine specifications.
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Suction
Set to ON to start the slug suction unit during
punching processing.
Suction Motor Overpressure Interlock

Set to ON to stop the machine as a warning stop if
there is excessive negative pressure in the slug
suction unit blower motor.
Broken Tap Sensor

Set to ON to stop the machine as a warning stop or
continue the processing after replacing the tool
automatically with another tool if a broken tap is
detected.
Punch Break Detection

Set to ON to perform the punch breakage detection
operation during punching processing.
YAxis Move to Ref. Pos. Before Rotate TAxis

Set to ON to retract the Y-axis beforehand when the
turret rotates.
NOTE
O [YAxis Move to Ref. Pos. Before Rotate TAxis] may not be displayed depending
on the machine specifications.
Table Up Settings
Used to change the method of operating the floating
brush table.
M-CODE: The brush table rises according to
the brush table raise command.
OFF: The brush table does not rise.
UP: The brush table always rises and
lowers only when the machine is in
press operations.
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Press Speed Settings
Used to set the press speed.
Auto: The press speed changes according
to the timeline settings.
F1: The press is performed at F1 speed.
NOTE
O With EM-type drives, the speeds of press speed M-code and [Press Speed
Settings] are compared, and priority is given to the slower speed.
O With AC-type drives, the press speed M-code is enabled only when [Press Speed
Settings] is set to [Auto].
O Press the option button ( ) at the upper right to open the Auto Timer window.
If [Press Speed Settings] is set to [Auto] when [Auto Timer] is set to [Disable] on
the Auto Timer window, the press speed is set to F1.
Dead Zone Punch

If the message "DEAD ZONE" or "OVERRIDE"
appears, set the [Dead Zone Punch] button to ON
and press the [START] button on the NC control
panel to restart the processing.
Jog Punch
This button enables or disables the inching operation
of punch. Follow the procedure below to perform the
inching operation.
1. Change the mode to MANUAL.
2. Press and illuminate the [Jog Punch] button.
3. Turn the [PRESS SELECT] keyswitch on the

NC control panel to "INCHING". The [FEED (+)]
button on the NC control panel starts flashing.
4. Press and hold the [FEED (+)] button on the NC

control panel to inch the press.
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3-3. SETUP button
Gauge Block
Used to raise or lower the X-gauge block.
NOTE
O Besides the buttons on the display, there may also be the [X-GAUGE BLOCK]
switch on the auxiliary control stand or carriage control panel. If one of these is
turned to "UP", the X-gauge block rises. Thus the actual position of the X-gauge
block may be different from the button settings on the display or the switch
selection.
Punch Scrap Conveyor

Set the [AUTO] button to ON to run the conveyor in
conjunction with the press or the open/close
operation of slug suction unit during automatic
operation.
NOTE
O [Punch Scrap Conveyor] may not be displayed depending on the machine

specifications.
Raise Free-bear With Work Clamp Open

Set to ON to raise the free-motion ball bearing
depending on whether the workclamps are open or
closed.
Read Clamp
Selects reading operation of the clamp position.
When the NC mode is switched, the default [EACH]
is selected.
1ST: The clamp reading operation is executed at the start of automatic operation,
but the clamp reading operation is not performed from the second time
onwards.
SEND: The clamp reading operation is executed at the start of automatic operation,
but the clamp reading operation is not performed until the next program is
transferred. [EACH] is selected when the schedule operation ends.
EACH: The clamp reading operation is executed each time automatic operation
starts.
NOTE
O [Read Clamp] may not be displayed depending on the machine specifications.
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3-4. MAINTENANCE button
Work Light
ON: The light inside the turret is always
turned on.
AUTO: The light inside the turret turns on
when the [SAFETY DEVICE]
keyswitch is turned to "SETTING" or
while the tool change door is open.
OFF: The light inside the turret is always turned off.
NOTE
O The [AUTO] button may not be displayed depending on the machine
specifications.
Lubricate Press Axis

Pressed to start the lubrication of the press axis.
When the lubrication is completed, the button is
extinguished automatically.
Punch Scrap Conveyor Jog

In the MANUAL mode, the punch scrap conveyor
runs while the button is pressed.
Work Chute
Used to open or close the workchute.
Clamp Positioner
Used to fix or release the workclamps for the clamp
positioner.
The mode needs to be in the MANUAL mode to
release the workclamps.
When the mode is changed to a mode other than
MANUAL, the workclamps are fixed automatically.
NOTE
O [Clamp Positioner] may not be displayed depending on the machine
specifications.
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Alignment
Set to ON to turn off the press axis servo motor.
This can be set to ON when the [SAFETY DEVICE]
keyswitch is turned to "SETTING".
Changed to OFF state when set to OFF or when the
[SAFETY DEVICE] keyswitch is turned to
"OPERATION".
NOTE
O If this is set to ON when the power of the machine is turned off, the ON state is
maintained when the power of the machine is turned on.
Striker
Used in the MANUAL mode to move the striker to
the inner, center, or outer position.
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3-5. PERIPHERAL MACHINE button
DNC
Set to ON to operate the machine in the DNC mode
when CNC mode is selected.
MP Remote Connection
Used for the MP remote schedule operation.
Set to ON to start the communication with the MP
unit.
Set to OFF to force exit MP remote schedule operation.
Line Control
Used to change the operation between line
operation and machine standalone operation.
Set to ON to perform a line operation using the line
equipment.
Set to OFF to perform a machine standalone operation.
Cycle Stop
Used for pausing the worksheet destacking process
in the line operation.
Set to ON to initiate the cycle stop and pause the operation. When this is set to ON,
the worksheet which has already been destacked is processed, and the operation
pauses after the processes are completed up to the stacking of products.
Set to OFF to resume the operation. When this is set to OFF, the worksheet
destacking process starts, and the operation resumes.
LUL Alarm Recover

Used when the line equipment has made an alarm
stop.
RETRY: Retries the operation in which the alarm
has occurred.
IGNORE: Continues operation of the line equipment
by ignoring the occurrence of an alarm.
NOTE
O [LUL Alarm Recover] may not be displayed depending on the machine

specifications.
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4. PRESS tab
In the [PRESS] tab, you can manage installed tools and edit press M-codes.
4-1. TOOL INSTALL view

When the [TOOL INSTALL] button on the [PRESS] tab is pressed, the [TOOL
INSTALL] view is shown. In this view, you can manage information of tools installed
on the machine.
[1]
[2]
[3] [4]
[1] Search Condition area
Use this area to filter the display in [Edit
area].
Expand the search condition combo box to
filter by tool conditions.
Press the [CLEAR] button to clear the filter
conditions.
[2] Edit area

This area is for displaying and editing the installed tool information. Different types of
tabs appear in this area, depending on the machine configuration.
[3] REGISTER button

If you select a different installed tool while editing information of an installed tool, or
move to a different display, the edited information is discarded. If you edit
information of an installed tool, be sure to press the [REGISTER] button.
[4] DELETE button

Press this button to delete the installed tool information with its check box selected
in [Edit area].
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REFERENCE
O For the procedure on the [TOOL INSTALL] view, refer to "1. TOOL INSTALL view"
in Part 11.
4-2. PRESS M-CODE view

When the [PRESS M-CODE] button on the [PRESS] tab is pressed, the [PRESS M-
CODE] view is shown. In this view, you can edit the M-code to be used in punching
processing and import/export files.
[1]
[2]
[3]
[1] M-Code Search

When you enter an M-code and confirm your entry, the entered M-code is selected.
[2] Edit area

This area is for displaying and editing the press M-code. Different types of tabs
appear in this area, depending on the machine configuration.
[3] COMMENT and BOTTOM OFFSET MATERIAL buttons

When these buttons are set to ON, the corresponding area will come up from below
the view. Set the button to OFF to hide the area.
REFERENCE
O For the procedure on the [PRESS M-CODE] view, refer to "2. PRESS M-CODE
view" in Part 11.
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Part 11
Editing Press
Processing Conditions
1. TOOL INSTALL view ...................................................... 11-2

1-1. Registering changes ................................................ 11-4
1-2. Filtering .................................................................... 11-5
1-3. Turret tab ................................................................. 11-6
1-4. Displaying layout ..................................................... 11-7
1-5. Displaying detailed information................................ 11-9
1-6. LINKED ID TOOL .................................................... 11-9
1-7. Registering .............................................................. 11-9
1-8. Deleting .................................................................. 11-10
2. PRESS M-CODE view .................................................. 11-11
2-1. Registering changes ............................................... 11-11
2-2. M-code search ........................................................ 11-12
2-3. Bottom position correction by material type
and thickness.......................................................... 11-13
2-4. Comment ................................................................ 11-14
2-5. Guide ...................................................................... 11-15
2-6. Setting default values ............................................. 11-15
2-7. Importing all ............................................................ 11-16
2-8. Exporting all ............................................................ 11-16
2-9. Importing ................................................................. 11-17
2-10. Exporting .............................................................. 11-17
2-11. NIBBLING tab ....................................................... 11-18
2-12. PUNCHING tab .................................................... 11-18
2-13. KNOCKOUT tab ................................................... 11-19
2-14. MARKING tab ....................................................... 11-20
2-15. SLITTING tab ....................................................... 11-21
2-16. FORMING tab....................................................... 11-22
2-17. MPT TAP tab ........................................................ 11-24
11-1
1. TOOL INSTALL view
The [TOOL INSTALL] view allows you to manage the installed tools by station
number.
[1]
[2] [3] [4] [5]
[1] Edit area

You can check and edit tool information in [Edit area].
You can show or hide the columns and edit the order sequence on the Edit List
window. Press and hold the header part of the installed tool list to open the Edit List
window.
Edit List window

You can set whether to show or hide the fixed items with their check boxes.
For other items, select an intended item and press the [◄] or [►] button to change
whether to show or hide it on the display. Change the order of display items with [▲]
and [▼] buttons.
Press the [OK] button to reflect the contents changed in the Edit List window.
Press the [CANCEL] button to discard the contents changed in the Edit List window.
Press the [INIT] button to restore the initial display state of each item.
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[2] LAYOUT button
Set the [LAYOUT] button to ON to open the layout
window.
REFERENCE
O For details of the layout window, refer to "1-4.

Displaying layout" in this Part.
[3] DETAILS button

Set the [DETAILS] button to ON to show [Detailed Information area]. [Detailed
Information area] allows you to edit in the punch and die categories the information
of the installed tools you have selected in [Edit area].
[4] Turret Rotation button

Locates the specified turret station at the tool change door position.
Select a station from [Edit area] and press the button to start [Turret Rotation] in
utilities.
[5] OPTIONS button

Press the [OPTIONS] button to open the Options window. The Options window
allows you to set the display of [TOOL INSTALL] view.
Options window
Item Description
Check Angle when Enables the function of notifying by a message the result
Comparing ID Tools of angle check by guide ID.
Marked Job Count Places a mark on the tools used. Set the number of jobs.
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1-1. Registering changes
If you enter a value or change a selection on the [TOOL INSTALL] view, be sure to
make the change permanent. The value is confirmed when you are not in editing or
press the [ENTER] key on keyboard.
Edit mode Confirmed
Numeric input
Value selection
NOTICE
O You cannot edit the installed tools when:

(1) The machine is automatically operating.
(2) The machine is stopped by an alarm.
(3) The Setup window is open.
The [REGISTER] button is enabled when the settings are changed. Press the
[REGISTER] button to register the changes in the machine.
If you change the selected condition of the
installed tool or go out of the [TOOL
INSTALL] view without pressing the
[REGISTER] button, the Message Center
window appears.
YES button Cancels the change and continues the operation. The
value returns to the original setting.
NO button Does not cancel the change and discontinues the
operation. The installed tool being edited is selected.
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1-2. Filtering
You can set search conditions to find your target tool or station. When you set the
search condition, the search results are filtered on the [TOOL INSTALL] view. To
clear the filter, press the [CLEAR] button.
Conditions
If no search conditions are set, the check
mark is placed on [ALL].
If you set two or more search conditions,
"MULTIPLE FILTERS" is shown in the
combo box.
Shape
The search results are filtered by the tool shape that depends on the punch-die
combination. You can select the buttons in combination. Press the [ALL] button to
clear the shape buttons.
ALL/round/square/obround/rectangle/center punch/double D/single D/
extrusion/radiusing/special/tapping/forming/marking/corner radius/triangle
Range
The displayed tools are filtered by the
station range size. You can select the range
buttons in combination. Press the [ALL]
button to clear the range buttons.
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1-3. Turret tab
The [Turret] tab allows you to manage the tools installed in the turret of the machine.
You show or hide the columns and edit the order sequence on the Edit List window.
Press and hold the header part of the installed tool list to open the Edit List window.
Registering installed tools

1. Select a station where no tool is
installed.
2. Set the tool shape.
3. Enter the punch dimensions. If you

have selected a special shape, forming
shape or any other shape without
dimensions specified, you need not
make any entries here.
4. Enter the die clearance.
5. Set the management name, processing angle, up-/down-form, and any other
necessary item.
6. Install the tool in the turret station.
7. When you finish installing the tool, press the [REGISTER] button.
Registering ID tools
1. Select a station where no tool is
installed.
2. Sequentially read the tool IDs marked on the punch and die with the handy
reader. The tool information is automatically acquired from the tool ID server.
3. Install the tool in the turret station.
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4. When you finish installing the tool, press the [REGISTER] button.
1-4. Displaying layout

Set the [LAYOUT] button to ON to open the layout window showing the layout of the
installed tools.
[2]
[7]
[4]
[5]
[1]
[3]
[6]
[1] Selected station

The station you have selected in the tool installed list
or layout window is indicated by a yellow balloon at
its top.
[2] Detail area

Shows the tool information of the tool installed in the selected station.
[3] AI station
The AI station is bordered with pink line.
[4] MPT tap station

The MPT tap station is enclosed in a blue square.
[5] Die lift-up station

The die lift-up station is enclosed in a red square.
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[6] Auto scale button
Returns the layout display magnification and position to the initial conditions.
[7] Quit button

Quits the layout display.
NOTICE
Shape drawing
O If the station number characters below the drawn
shape are shown in a color other than white, Station number
check the condition of the tool.
Pink: Warning
Red: Abnormal
O When the shim amount is shown in [Detail area], install the displayed shim
thickness to the die.
Operating layout window
[1]
[4]
[2]
[3]
[1] Moving layout window

Drag the top of [Detail area] to move the layout window.
[2] Rotate
Drag the outer periphery of the turret to rotate it.
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[3] Move
Drag the inside of the turret to move it in the layout window.
[4] Zoom
You can zoom the layout window with two fingers. If you find it difficult to select the
station or see the drawn shape, zoom out the layout window.
1-5. Displaying detailed information

[Detailed Information area] appears when you set the [DETAILS] button to ON.
[Detailed Information area] allows you to check the detailed information of the
punches and dies that cannot be fully displayed in the installed tool list.
You can show or hide the columns and edit the order sequence on the Edit List
window. Press and hold the header part of the detailed list to open the Edit List
window.
NOTE
O When you edit the tools in [Detailed Information area], check both punches and
dies.
1-6. LINKED ID TOOL

When the AMNC 3i is connected to the tool ID
server, the [LINKED ID TOOL] menu appears.
Get Again ID Tool

[Get Again ID Tool] is enabled when ID tools are
installed. The information of the selected ID tool is
re-acquired from the tool ID server and applied to
the [TOOL INSTALL] view.
Get Again All ID Tool

The information of all ID tools is re-acquired from the
tool ID server and applied to the [TOOL INSTALL]
view.
1-7. Registering
The installed tools are edited by station number. After editing, press the
[REGISTER] button. The registered installed tool information is used for setup
calculation.
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1-8. Deleting
When you have removed a tool from the machine, delete its information from the
installed tool list. You can delete the information of multiple tools at a time.
NOTE
O Take note that deleting the installed tool information also clears the hit count.
11-10
2. PRESS M-CODE view
The [PRESS M-CODE] view allows you to set the press pattern M-code parameters
required for press operation.
Category M-code
Nibbling M12
Punching M500, M501, M696
Knockout M502 to M505, M570 to M575
Marking M560 to M569
Slitting M506 to M509
Forming M510 to M559, M800 to M999
MPT tapping M122
2-1. Registering changes

If you enter a value or change a selection on the [PRESS M-CODE] view, be sure to
confirm the change. The value is confirmed when you are not in editing or press the
[ENTER] key on keyboard.
Edit mode Confirmed
Numeric input
Value selection
The [REGISTER] button is enabled when the settings are changed. Press the
[REGISTER] button to register the changes in the machine. Unless registered, the
press pattern M-codes are not applied to processing.
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If you go out of the [PRESS M-CODE] view
without pressing the [REGISTER] button,
the edit is canceled.
NOTE
O You can edit the press pattern M-codes even during automatic operation if the
machine is stopped.
O The only parameters you can edit when the automatic operation is stopped are
[Waiting Position], [Slow Position], [Bottom Position], and [Forming Cycle Time]. If
you change any other parameter, an alarm occurs.
2-2. M-code search

Enter a desired M-code number in the M-code
search text box to search for the M-code. The
selection condition of the tab automatically changes.
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2-3. Bottom position correction by material type and
thickness
Bottom position correction by material type and thickness
This is the function to change bottom position control by material type and thickness.
This function eliminates the trouble of setting M-codes by material type and allows
for effective use of M-codes.
Select the M-code in which you want to set the bottom position correction value and
press the [BOTTOM OFFSET MATERIAL] button to show [Bottom Offset Material
area]. You can register up to 2000 bottom position correction values in the machine.
When the M-code has one or more bottom position correction values by material
type and thickness registered, an asterisk (*) is shown at its left. After setting, press
the [REGISTER] button.
Item Description
G06 Material Type: B Set the material type.
(Setting range: 0 for mild steel, 1 for stainless steel, 2 for
aluminum)
G06 Thickness: A Set the worksheet thickness.
[mm] (Setting range: 0.1 to 25.0 mm)
Bottom Position Enter the bottom position correction value by reference to
Offset [mm] the bottom position of the press pattern M-code.
(Setting range: -99.999 to 99.999 mm)
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Item Description
ADD button Adds a new bottom position correction value by material
type and thickness.
DELETE button Deletes the bottom position correction value with a check
mark on it.
Alarm without the Set to ON to display an alarm message when a worksheet
setting of materials is processed with an M-code in which the bottom position
data correction value by material type and thickness for that
worksheet is not registered.
2-4. Comment
You can set a comment in an M-code.
Select the M-code in which you want to set a comment and set the [COMMENT]
button to ON to show [Comment area]. Up to 256 characters can be entered. After
entering, press the [REGISTER] button.
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2-5. Guide
The relationship between a press pattern
and M-code parameters is graphically
displayed.
Set the [GUIDE] button to ON to show
[Guide area]. The alphabetic characters in
the figure refer to the M-code parameters.
Character Parameter
A Waiting Position [mm]
B Bottom Position [mm]
C Slow Position [mm]
H Forming Cycle Time [msec]
I Bottom Position End [mm]
2-6. Setting default values

You can set the default value in the selected
M-code.
Press the [DEFAULT] button to open the
Message Center window.
YES button Defaults only the selected M-code.
ALL button Defaults all M-codes in the currently displayed press
pattern. (All M-codes displayed in the tab)
CANCEL button Cancels the operation.
After setting, press the [REGISTER] button.
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2-7. Importing all
The Import All function adds all press pattern M-code
settings. This function is used when restoring the
press pattern M-codes or sharing the press pattern
M-codes between multiple machines.
Prepare an mca format file.
1. Select [IMPORT EXPORT] -> [Import All].
2. The Open window opens.

Select the name of the file you
want to import at [File Name].
Select MCA for [File Type].
3. To run the Import All

command, press the [OPEN]
button.
2-8. Exporting all

The Export All function exports all press pattern M-code settings. This function is
used when backing up the press pattern M-codes or sharing the press pattern M-
codes between multiple machines. The export file format is MCA.
1. Select [IMPORT EXPORT] ->
[Export All]. The Save window
opens.
2. Select the save folder and

enter the file name at [File
Name]. Select MCA for [File
Type].
3. To run the Export All

command, press the [SAVE]
button.
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2-9. Importing
This is the function to register a press pattern M-code. Prepare an MCM format file.
[Import].
2. The Open window opens.

Select the name of the file you
want to import at [File Name].
Select MCM for [File Type].
3. To run the Import command,

press the [OPEN] button.
2-10. Exporting
This is the function to export a press pattern M-code. The export file format is MCM.
[Output]. The Save window
opens.
2. Select the save folder and

enter the file name at [File
Name]. Select MCM for [File
Type].
3. To run the Output command,

press the [SAVE] button.
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2-11. NIBBLING tab
Applicable M-code number
M12
Item Description
Name A name of up to 10 alphanumeric characters can be assigned.
Waiting Position A: Punch waiting position as distance from worksheet top surface
Bottom Position B: Punch bottom position as distance from die top surface
Comment Shows the comment set for the M-code.
2-12. PUNCHING tab

Applicable M-code numbers
M500 (without shear angle)
M501 (with shear angle)
M696 (NEX punch)
Item Description
Slow Position C: Speed change position as distance from worksheet top surface
[mm] (Setting range: -99.999 to 99.999 mm)
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2-13. KNOCKOUT tab
The bottom position can be corrected by material type and thickness.
M502 to M505
M570 to M575
Item Description
Assy Length Punch length when punch body is installed
[mm] Automatically entered when ID tool is selected from ID height
acquisition.
Punch Length Overall punch length as length from punch head to tip
acquisition.
Die Length Die height
acquisition.
High Speed Processing type
Knockout (Setting range: Normal, HI)
Tool ID Punch ID of ID tool selected by ID height acquisition
ID selected from ID height acquisition in the past can be selected
again.
REFERENCE
O For details of ID height acquisition and ID deletion, refer to "2-16. FORMING tab"
in this Part.
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2-14. MARKING tab
M560 to M569
Item Description
acquisition.
acquisition.
acquisition.
High Speed Processing type
Marking (Setting range: Normal, HI)
again.
REFERENCE
in this Part.
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2-15. SLITTING tab
M506
M507
M508
M509
Item Description
acquisition.
acquisition.
acquisition.
Bottom Position B: Lower end of punch when it does not drop scrap
Bottom Position I: Lower end of punch when it drops scrap
End [mm] (Setting range: 0.000 to 99.999 mm)
again.
REFERENCE
in this Part.
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2-16. FORMING tab
M510 to M559
M800 to M999
Item Description
acquisition.
acquisition.
acquisition.
Bottom Position B: Lower end of punch when it does not drop scrap
Forming Cycle H: Time during which punch is held in bottom position
Time [msec]
Tool Type Processing type
(Setting range: Normal, High Speed Forming)
again.
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Registering ID tool in M-code
If you use ID tools, you can simply enter the height information when you edit M-
codes.
HEIGHT ACQUISITION button

1. Select the M-code you want to edit.
2. Press the [HEIGHT ACQUISITION] button to open the Select Tool window.
3. Select an installed ID tool and press the [OK] button.
4. The assy length, punch length, and die length are set.
5. The punch ID of the selected ID tool is added to the combo box of the Tool ID
column.
6. After editing the M-code, press the [REGISTER] button.
REMOVE TOOL ID button

Deletes the tool ID registered in the combo box of the Tool ID column. Press the
[REMOVE TOOL ID] button to open the Remove Tool ID window.
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2-17. MPT TAP tab
Applicable M-code number
M122
Item Description
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TURRET PUNCH PRESS

DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not

WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

Part 1 Description ........................................................ 1-1

Part 2 Layout of Main Display .................................... 2-1

Part 3 Operation .......................................................... 3-1

Part 5 Preparing Programs......................................... 5-1

Part 6 Starting Program Operations .......................... 6-1

Part 7 Preparing Schedules ....................................... 7-1

Part 9 Editing Programs ............................................. 9-1

Part 11 Editing Press Processing Conditions ......... 11-1

Part 12 Utilities ........................................................... 12-1

Part 13 Results Function ........................................... 13-1

Part 16 History Function ............................................ 16-1

Part 17 Inventory Management Function ................. 17-1

Part 18 Warehouse Management Function .............. 18-1

Appendix ........................................................................ A-1

1. Description ...................................................................... 1-2

Checking of process status with online trace

Integration with terminals of peripheral equipment

Network operation and maintenance

Right-click (touch and hold)

Clarification of operation privilege for each user

Logging of user names to history data

O When no one is logged in, AMNC 3i imposes the Level 1 restriction

Level 2 Able to load programs, load/edit schedules, and perform setups.

1. Basic layout of main display ............................................ 2-2

[2] Switch Display Tab area

[3] Common Tools Window Open Buttons area

[4] Information Display area

[5] Information Display Footer area

[6] Sidebar area

[2] Operation Navigation area

[3] Alarm indicator

O For details of the Alarm window, refer to

O For details of line operation readiness, refer to "1-2. Line

Machine (Status of NC unit)

Safety light curtain

Function Icon Description

Not connected with the vFactory server.

Failed in sending results to the vFactory server.

Tool ID reader The tool ID reader can be used.

Hit rate Regulating the hit rate.

Inspection Some inspection items currently set have passed their

Failed in sending mail.

Removable Removable media is connected.

Some items failed in automatic backup.

Restoration is performed at the next start.

ADSS Succeeded in connecting with the ADSS FTP server.

Failed in connecting with the ADSS FTP server.

Tool ID Sending data to the AITS server.

Failed in sending to the AITS server.

O To remove a USB flash drive,

3. Layout of sub display

[1] [2] [3] [4]

[2] Software Keyboard button

[3] Tool ID Reader Status button

[4] Alarm indicator

[5] Search Condition area

[6] Edit area

[7] Operation Buttons area