Roland PNC-3100 User Manual

User's ManualThank you very much for purchasing the CAMM-3Model PNC-3100.• To ensure correct and safe usage with a full under-standing of this pr

viiTo Ensure Correct Use NOTICENever pile things up on head of the PNC-3100.This can be very dangerous because of thepossibility of vibration during

Part 111226 mm (48-5/16")802 mm (31-5/8")330 mm (13")263 mm(10-3/8")100mm(3-15/16")209 mm(8-1/4")100 mm(3-15/16")12

Part 122. Removing the PNC-3100 from the Carton CAUTIONTwo or more people are needed to take the PNC-3100 out of the carton.The main unit weighs 52 kg

Part 134. Names of PartsFront ofUnitHeadSpindle RPMdisplaySpindle switchBellows coverBellowscoverXY TableRear ofUnitController connectionterminal (XYZ

Part 14ControllerSpindle controlPower/ErrorLEDPower switchParallelconnectorSerialconnectorMain unit connectioncable (control signal)Main unit connecti

Part 15SwitchpanelX-AXISXYZ CoordinateDisplayREPLOT KeyThis keys carries out replotting (recutting) when cutting data ispresent in the PNC-3100 data b

Part 16PAUSE KeysWhen the [PAUSE ON] key is pressed while operating under theinstruction of a computer, the PAUSE LED comes ON and the PNC-3100 enters

Part 175. Connecting to a ComputerConnecting the Main Unit, Controller, and Switch PanelConnect the cables only when the PNC-3100 and the computer pow

Part 18Connecting to a ComputerNOTICEWhen connecting to a computer for the first time, be sure to perform an operation check to make sure the unit iso

Part 19Communication Protocol SettingIn the PNC-3100, the interface type (Parallel or Serial) is differentiated automatically. The distinguished inte

For the USAFEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONRADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCESTATEMENTThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with thelimits f

Part 110Workpiece6. Workpiece Set Side WARNINGNOTICEDo not place anything on the XY table except material to be cut.Material fixing-use blockWorkpiece

Part 1117. Cutting Tool Attachment1Set the SPINDLE switch on the front ofthe PNC-3100 to OFF.• The LED lamp in the SPINDLE switchflashes. (When power

Part 112ColletchuckColletcapColletcapSpannersCollet chuck removalIf the collet chuck has not been installed,install it. Fit the collet chuck in theco

Part 1135Set the SPINDLE switch to ON.• The LED lamp in the SPINDLE switchlights up. (When power is applied.)8. Power ONPress the POWER switch on the

Part 1149. Setting the Cutting OriginThe PNC-3100 are suitable for use with a versatile range of workpiece shapes and a wide variety of tools, so dete

Part 115Setting the Z0 PositionWith some software, Z1 (the tool-down position) and Z2 (the tool-up position) are set by commandsfrom the software (see

Part 11610. Cutting Condition Setting WARNINGWhen using a small-diameter tool, do not apply an excessive feed speed or cutting-inamount while cutting,

Part 117Spindle Motor RevolutionSpeedThe spindle motor revolution speed can be set byturning the spindle control knob on the controller.Monitor the sp

Part 11811. Downloading Cutting DataThe PNC-3100 performs cutting after receiving cutting data from the computer (software).In this section, general m

Part 11912. FinishingWhen all cutting operations are completepress the [VIEW] key for at least half asecond.• Raise the cutting tool, move the XYtable

Table of ContentsHow to Read This Manual... iTypographic Con

Part 2201. Cutting AreaThe maximum cutting area of the PNC-3100 is 250 mm × 150 mm × 150 mm (9-13/16" × 5-7/8" × 5-7/8"). Convertingt

Part 2212. Coordinate SystemThe PNC-3100 employs three separate coordinate systems (described below) according to the application or purposeof use.Mac

Part 2223. Operating Each FunctionReplotting (Recutting)Pressing the [REPLOT] key calls up the cutting data stored in the PNC-3100's data buffer

Part 223Feeding Speed Manual SettingAt times when speed cannot be set with the software or when adjusting the speed during an ongoing cuttingoperation

Part 224Operation CheckIf the PNC-3100 operates abnormally, perform an operation check according to the instructions below. If, as a resultof the che

Part 2254Press the [SPINDLE TEST ON/OFF]key for at least 0.5 seconds.• The spindle starts to rotate.5Turn the Spindle Control knob to the leftand righ

Part 2268Press the [SPINDLE TEST ON/OFF]key for at least 0.5 seconds.• The spindle does not rotate.9Turn the Spindle switch ON.• The spindle lights up

Part 227Stopping the Cutting Process ImmediatelyIn the case that you begin cutting and then find that you have sent the wrong cutting data, perform th

Part 228Setting the Tool Up/Down Position ManuallyThe cutting tool up position (Z2 point) and down position (Z1 point) are normally set with the softw

Part 2294. MaintenanceCleaning the Main UnitWhen the arm of the main unit (excluding the display section), controller or switch panel (excluding the d

Copyright © 1993 ROLAND DG CORPORATIONiPart 1 StartupInstallation, basic operation, and the procedures to follow when finished cutting are explained

Part 230Display of Spindle Rotation TimeThe PNC-3100 has a function for the displaying the total rotation time of the spindle. Because the brushes an

Part 231Checking Item RemedyAre the basic software settings correct? Check the following:See the manual for the basic software you use, and make sure

Part 232Connecting CableChecking Item RemedyAre the computer and machine connected with the correct cable?The connection cable differs according to t

Part 2336. List of CAMM-GLI InstructionsA "CAMM-GL I Programmer's Manual" is available for separate purchase for those wishing to crea

Part 234Instruction Com. Format Parameter Range [Default]AA Arc Absolute O AA x, y, Øc(, Ød); x, y Center coordinate * 1Øc Center angle * 3Ød Chord

Part 2357. Device Control InstructionsThe Device Control instructions determine how communication between the PNC-3100 and the computer will behandled

Part 236Instruction Format Parameter Range ([ ] is default) ExplanationESC .N [ESC].N<P1>;<P2>;<P3>; P1 : Intercharacter delay d

Appendix37Name Product No. SpecificationsEnd millConventional steel ZHS-100 φ1 3 l x 6d x 45L x 2NT straight end millZHS-200 φ2 5 l x 6d x 50L x

Appendix38Collet chuckThe collet chuck and collet cap included with the PNC-3100 are the EDC-0624 (diameter 6 mm (1/4") colletchuck) and KDP-2422

Appendix39PNC-3100XY table size 560 mm x 170 mm (22-1/16" x 6-11/16")Max. cutting area 250 mm(X) x 150 mm(Y) x 150 mm(Z) (9-13/16"(X

iiTypographic ConventionsThis manual uses certain typographic symbols, outlined below.This indicates a point requiring particular care to ensure safe

Appendix40Terminal No. Signal Pin connection1FG2 TXD3 RXD4 RTS5 CTS6 DSR7SG8NC9NC10 NC11 NC12 NC13 NC14 NC15 NC16 NC17 NC18 NC19 NC20 DTR21 NC22 NC23

Appendix41NC36 18NC35 1734 1633 1532 1431 1330 1229 1128 1027 926 825 724 623 522 421 320 2GND 19 1 SPINDLE ON/OFF• Option connector1836119Connector :

Appendix42Index[ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [(Z)], [(Z)] key ... 6, 14, 15[BUFFER CLEAR] key ... 6, 22, 27[ENTER] key ...

Appendix43OOperation check ... 24Option connector ...

Appendix44MEMO

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iii WARNINGKeep hands away frommoving spindle.To Ensure Safe Use WARNINGDo not wear gloves, a necktieor wide-sleeved clothing. WARNINGDo not leave th

iv WARNINGDo not operate beyond capacityor subject the tool to undue force. WARNINGFasten the tool and materialsecurely in place. WARNINGWear dust gog

v CAUTIONDo not block the ventilationholes. CAUTIONHandle the power cord withcare.Blocking the ventilation holes at therear of the controller may prev

vi About the Warning Labels Affixed to the UnitFour warning labels are affixed to the body of this product. The following figure describes the locat