Opticam Classic Uniqua Post Settings
Hello,
With the new Uniqua post some settings will need to be set up to make sure that the post is working correctly. There are 2 Options to Post for that Machine. Dynamic or Sequential. For more information into what the differences are you will need to contact GF applications for that. The recommended method from GF is Dynamic.
Dynamic Mode
(Recommended method for most use of machine abilities)
Select Configure Post Processor from the Machining Tab
On the General Page not many options to change here.
Machine Options Dialog you need to select you Machine from the list
Set the Build ID and HMI Version from the machine control. See the bottom of the instructions where to get this information on the Machine Control.
Check the Box for Piece Top is Reference in Z and Check Box for Taper Angle measured from Top.
With this items checked the programming is the same as you would expect from an ACvision series machine.
Technology Database Section is where you import the correct database for your machine. Separate instructions for that can be found HERE
Machine Options 2 - Allows for turning on the ASM option on machines that have that ability.
Program Structure sets the NC Filename and Piece Name for the machine and some other options for outputting.
Options sets additional output format and Language for the Technology Database when it opens in the software
Permanent Header/Footer Lines (Please contact GF Applications for how to use these if required)
Sequential Mode
On the General Page not many options to change here.
Machine Options Dialog you need to select you Machine from the list
Set the Build ID and HMI Version from the machine control. See the bottom of the instructions where to get this information on the Machine Control.
Piece (As of Aug 2023 this is being reviewed as bug. It may be disabled or removed with a later update)
Technology Database Section is where you import the correct database for your machine. Separate instructions for that can be found HERE
As of Aug 2023 we are waiting on a new database from GF that expands the current selection we have.
Machine Options 2 - Allows for turning on the ASM option on machines that have that ability.
Program Structure sets the NC Filename and Piece Name for the machine and some other options for outputting.
Options - Allows for the setting the Cut option at the end of the OPN
Permanent Header/Footer Lines - Allows for additional Footer Lines at the end of the program. (Contact GF Applications for the correct format to be used in the file)
Machine Build ID and Version
Below are screenshots on how to check your Machine Build ID and Version
Step 1 - Make sure no jobs are loaded into Execution Mode
Step 2 - Press the Services Button
Step 3 - Select System Settings
Step 4 - Copy These values to be entered in the Post Processor Dialog
Click the link below to download a short video on how to select the Uniqua technology in Opticam Classic.
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