Step 4.3. Enter CNC Device Specific Properties

About this task

The tab in the dialog box depends on the device's protocol.

  • FOCAS/HSSB tab.
  • FOCAS/Ethernet tab.

FOCAS/HSSB tab

Procedure

  1. Select the FOCAS/HSSB tab.

    Selections on the tab depend on the Model type selected.

  2. Enter the following.
    Field Description
    CNC Path * ????For all models except:
    • POWER_MATE_H
    • POWER_MATEi_D
    • POWER_MATEi_H
    PMC Path ** For SERIES_30i/31i/32i only.
    Enable Device Controls communications capability.
    Checked Enables communication.
    Clear Disables communication.
  3. Click OK.

    Result: The device is configured and, if new, added to the list in the Workbench right-pane.

    FOCAS/ETHERNET tab

    Important: The IP address or Host name and Port Number must match the CNC from which data is to be collected. Communications will fail if either field is entered incorrectly.
  4. Select the FOCAS/Ethernet tab.

    Selections on the tab depend on the Model type selected.

  5. Enter the following.
    Field Description
    IP Address IP address or Host name for the CNC from which data and alarms are to be collected.
    Port Number Port number for the CNC.
    Timeout CIMPLICITY attempts to connect with the device until the timer expires.
    Unit Seconds
    CNC Path * ????????For all models except:
    • POWER_MATEi_D
    • POWER_MATEi_H
    PMC Path ** For SERIES_ 30i/31i/32i only
    Enable Device Controls communications capability.
    Checked Enables communication.
    Clear Disables communication.
  6. Click OK.