Rockwell-automation 1492 WinABMS Marking System Software Manual de usuario

WinABMS Marking System SoftwareCat. Nos. 1492-PLSOFT, 1492-PLTKIT, 1492-WPLTUPUser Manual

Marking System Description 1-3Plotting always starts in the upper left corner of the marker card when you are holding it so that the marking is

1-4 Marking System DescriptionMarker TypesThe marking system supports a variety of marker types.Table 1.A Allen–Bradley Markers Marker/LabelCat

Marking System Description 1-5➊Covers the center jumper area1492-MR9 N/A 1492-R3..., 1492-R4..., 1492-R6..., 1492-R10, 1492-R16, 1492-R4P, 1492

1-6 Marking System DescriptionMarker geometries are subject to change without notice from the manufacturers.All marker types in Table 1.B are c

Marking System Description 1-7Accessories➊Recommended for maintaining refillable pen. 1492-PLSOLN can be used to unclog disposable pens➋The Plo

Chapter 2Installing WinABMS SoftwareChapter ObjectivesThis chapter covers:• System requirements• Installation of WinABMS SoftwareSystem RequirementsTh

2-2 Installing WinABMS Software3. Select “Download WinABMS software.”Note: You may be prompted to register prior to downloading the software.4.

Chapter 3Initial SetupChapter ObjectivesThis chapter shows how to:• Set up the Plotter• Cat. No. 1492–WPLTKIT• Cat. No. 1492–PLTKIT• Start WinABMS• Se

3-2 Initial Setup2. Verify that the plotter DIP switches are set as shown below. The switches that must be on (up position) are indicated by a

Initial Setup 3-33. Plug the power cord into the plotter. The plotter accepts 100/120V AC, 50/60 Hz.Install pen in the top slot of the carouse

Important User InformationBecause of the variety of uses for the products described in this publication, those responsible for the application and use

3-4 Initial Setup4. Replace aluminium base plate and holders with the blue composite base plate. Attach blue composite base plate to the plotte

Initial Setup 3-52. Verify that the plotter DIP switches are set as shown below. The switches are located on the bottom of the plotter.3. Plu

3-6 Starting WinABMSStarting WinABMSTo start WinABMS:1. Locate the WinABMS icon and double click.Selecting a LanguageYou can run the software i

Starting WinABMS 3-7.Calibrating the PlotterUse the calibrate plotter function to align the marking pen with the marker cards. If the pen cali

3-8 Starting WinABMS2. Click on Plotter under the Options heading, then click on Calibrate.3. When the Base Plate Calibration Menu appears, sel

Starting WinABMS 3-95. Click the movement arrows to move the pen until it is over the “crosshair” located in the upper left area of the base pl

3-10 Starting WinABMSjarred and this power down and up will re-zero the plotter. If calibration is still off, repeat the entire calibration pro

Starting WinABMS 3-11To Manually Adjust the Plotter CalibrationNote: Manual adjustment should only be made if plotting is consistently shifted

Chapter 4Using WinABMS SoftwareChapter ObjectivesThis chapter describes how to use WinABMS Software:• Explaining the Tool Bar• Using the Zoom Tool• Cr

4-2 Using WinABMS Software• Help The Tool Bar is shown below.The Zoom ToolsThe WinABMS software has Zoom Tools that allow you to view the marke

European Communities (EC) Directive ComplianceIf this product has the CE mark it is approved for installation within the European Union and EEA region

Using WinABMS Software 4-33. Click on one of the marker areas then click on Marker Card under the Format heading or double click on one of the

4-4 Using WinABMS SoftwareOpening a FileThis section shows how to open an existing file.To open a file:1. Click on Open under the File heading

Using WinABMS Software 4-5The text can be deleted, added to, or replaced with new text in the text window. The text position can also be shifte

4-6 Using WinABMS SoftwareTo clear marker text:Clearing marker text will delete the text as well as any adjustments to the font size and width.

Using WinABMS Software 4-7To enter a series of numbers/letters:1. Click on the marker onto which you want the range to start. 2. Click on Range

4-8 Using WinABMS Software To duplicate a marker card 1. Select the card that will be duplicated.2. Select the duplicate card under the edit h

Using WinABMS Software 4-93. Make sure the ink is flowing properly from the pen tip by drawing some test lines (refer to the instructions inclu

4-10 Using WinABMS SoftwareNote: Use thumbs and index fingers to apply pressure to “snap” the markers free. Never twist the markers to break t

Chapter 5Importing DataChapter ObjectivesThis chapter describes how to:• Import Data from Other Sources• Convert a Project File from ABMS 2.0 (DOS)Imp

5-2 Importing DataTo import a source program file:1. Select (highlight) the marker where you would like the imported data to start. The importe

iTable of ContentsPrefaceOverview of this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iConventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Importing Data 5-3Note: Select All files from the Files of type box when you wish to import .txt files.4. Click on Open.Converting an ABMS Pro

Chapter 6Custom Marker Card GeometriesChapter ObjectivesThis chapter describes how to:• Use the Tool Bar• Create a Custom Marker Card Geometry• Open a

6-2 Custom Marker Card GeometriesCreating a Custom Marker Card GeometryThis section describes how to create a Custom Marker Card Geometry.To cr

Custom Marker Card Geometries 6-34. Click on the desired geometry.5. Click OK.Editing a Custom Marker Card GeometryThis section describes how t

6-4 Custom Marker Card Geometries8. Click OK.9. Click on Matrix under the Edit heading or click on the Edit Matrix Tool.10. When the Edi t Matr

Custom Marker Card Geometries 6-516. Click on Pen Priming under the Edit heading or click on the Pen Priming Tool.Note: The plotter will draw

6-6 Custom Marker Card GeometriesTest Plotting a Custom Marker Card GeometryThis section describes how to test plot a Custom Marker Card Geomet

Chapter 7Troubleshooting and MaintenanceChapter ObjectivesThis chapter describes how to:• Troubleshoot the marking system• Perform routine maintenance

7-2 Troubleshooting and MaintenanceTroubleshooting ChartFor any other problems, call Technical Support at (440) 646-5800.Table 7.A Troubleshoo

Troubleshooting and Maintenance 7-3Plotter MaintenanceThe plotter has several sliding surfaces. These surfaces do not require any lubrication.

Table of Contents iiCustom Marker Card GeometriesChapter 6Chapter Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1E

7-4 Troubleshooting and MaintenanceTo clean refillable plotter pens:1. Remove ink well. (Note: 1492-PLINKCART, disposable ink cartridge is neit

Appendix ARS-232 Communications CableThis appendix shows the communications cable configuration for the plotter system. Use the appropriate cable conf

A-2 RS-232 Communications Cable123456789123456782012345678201234567820 CPU (9 pin FEMALE) Plotter (25 pin MALE) CPU(25 pin

* Assumes 6 pt fontAppendix BMarker Card ReferenceNote: The stated Maximum Characters and Maximum Rows are recommended values using a six point font.

B-2 Marker Card Reference1492-MR15, -AL15 (12mm)20, 560 12 15 6 10 5 121492-N5 (5mm) 940 5 9 4 4 2 81492-N5 (6mm) 800 6 9 4 5 2 81492-N5 (6.1mm

Glossaryactive — The window (application file or screen) or object that is currently selected. Only one window can be active at a time. If a window i

IndexAAccessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6Adjusting Font Size and Width . . . . . . . . . 4-5CCalibrating the Plotter. . .

Publication 1492-UM001E-EN-E - July 2002 2Supersedes Publication 1492-UM001D-EN-P - February 2002 © 2002 Rockwell International Corporation. Printed

iPrefaceOverview of this ManualThis manual describes how to use components of the Allen–Bradley Marking System Software to create and print markers fo

Preface iiIntended AudienceBasic knowledge of the Microsoft Windows™ Operating System is required to operate the Allen–Bradley Marking System S

Chapter1Marking System DescriptionChapter ObjectivesThis chapter describes:• Marking System components• Marker Cards• Marker types• Allen–Bradley Mark

1-2 Marking System DescriptionThe Terminal Block Marking System Update Package (Catalog No. 1492-WPLTUP) includes:• Allen–Bradley Marking Syste