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DWX-4W User`s Manual

1. cccccssccecesseeceeseeseseeseeseeeseseeees 49 Replacing the Coolant Tank Filter rrrrnnrrrnnnnnrnnnnrrrvnnnrernnnnen 49 Replacing the Collet rrrnnnnrnnnnnrnrnnnnnvnnnnnvnnnnvnnnnnrnnnnnennnnnsen 53 Extended Periods of Non Use Moving the Machine 55 Draining the Coolant Lines rrnnnnrnnnnnrnrnnnnnvnnnnnnnnnnvnvnnnennnnnsnn 55 Spindle RUNA ORG c seccncscicsnaacrsesvencaeuonacarepeqenceataesteimendanoredss 57 Attaching the Retainers cccccssccceseeeeseeeseeeeneseesseeseseesaes 59 32 Maintenance Precautions Maintenance Precautions WARNING Never use a pneumatic blower This machine is not compatible with a pneumatic blower Milling waste may get inside the machine and cause fire or electrical shock WARNING Never use a solvent such as gasoline alcohol or thinner to perform cleaning Doing so may cause a fire WARNING Caution High temperatures The milling tool and spindle motor become hot Exercise caution to avoid fire or burns CAUTION Be careful around the milling tool The milling tool is sharp Broken milling tools are also dangerous To avoid injury exercise caution CAUTION Use a dry cloth when cleaning silicone resin parts and be careful to prevent the silicone resin from being damaged The silicone resin being damaged may lead to electric leakage gt This machine is a precision device Carry out daily care and maintenance gt Caref
2. Milling data received during initialization or a data cancel will be cancelled Make sure to output milling data after Is initialization or a data cancel in progress P 7 confirming that READY is displayed for the machine s operation status in the VPanel top window ee TIGER 1 There may be problems in the milling data parameters Check s the milling data correct i 2 the milling data The error LED will flash if an error occurs A description of the Has an error occurred ery error is displayed in VPanel Operation is paused if the PAUSE LED is lit When the machine The Computer Shuts Down when Connecting Multiple Machines Connecting more than one machine with the same ID to a computer at the same time may cause the computer to shut down If the computer shuts down turn off the power of all Are machines with the same ID connected machines and then disconnect the USB cables connected to the computer at the same from the computer 2 time Restart the computer and then start VPanel If VPanel will not start reinstall it After that configure the settings so that no machines are assigned the same ID Setup Guide Connecting Multiple Units 66 4 Troubleshooting Machine Problems Compressed Air Does Not Come Out Is the power switched on Compressed air i
3. The detection pin should be oriented with the tapered end up Be careful not to confuse which side is up and which is down If the message shown in the following figure appears click OK Milling Bur Change Test Check whether the milling bur has been set in the correct position at the correct length Procedure Verify the milling bur is set in the ATC magazine P 17 Preparing a Milling Bur Show VPanel P 5 Displaying VPanel Select a machine to operate ke Spindle speed pm Click the radio button to the left of the name of OFF DWX 4W Copy 1 illing bur number D the machine to operate Click in the top window The Settings screen will appear 3 Maintenance 45 Periodic Care and Maintenance Daily Mamenance 2 mm Spindle OhOm Spindle run in short L TLELLIUTT PII FH TILET TILE Spindle run in long Correction Emergency release z 3 Report Automatic correction Coolt System report Work time 11h14m Reset Error log Manual correction Ga Drain coolant Save file Default lt gt Cleaning Packing DWX 4W Milling bur change test was completed Click the Maintenance tab Click Milling bur change test Select which milling bur you want to perform the change test for The numbers correspond to the ATC magazine numbers This test checks whether the milling bur set to the selected number can be held correctly Click OK
4. Close the front cover If the message shown in the following figure appears click OK Wipe the removed dummy pin for milling with a dry cloth Any fluid or milling waste not wiped off will have an effect on the milling results Carefully wipe the entire area clean 2 Perform automatic correction of the milling machine Open the front cover Hold this with both hands Use a dry cloth to cleanly wipe away any fluid or dirt in the locations shown in the follow ing figure If any fluid or dirt is present in these locations correction might not occur properly Milling bur sensor contact side of the milling bur Detection pin for correction and spindle head Automatic correction jig gt Part to be wiped 3 Maintenance 41 42 Periodic Care and Maintenance Attach the automatic correction jig to hole 2 on the rotary axis Align the recessed portion of the jig with the protrusion on the rotary axis and then insert the jig Ensure that there is no gap between the surfaces It does not matter which of the two recesses on the jig is aligned to the protrusion Use a hexagonal screwdriver to secure the jig in place with a mounting screw Close the front cover Show VPanel P 5 Displaying VPanel READY O Ready ee Spindle speed 0 rpm OFF O DWX 4W Copy 1 Milling bur number D 3 Maintenance Selec
5. When the message shown in the figure appears the milling bur change test is complete Click OK Filling the Coolant Tank Replacing the Coolant Situations Requiring This Work gt Filling When the fluid level in the tank reaches the lower limit gt Replacement Once a week or when the work time exceeds 15 hours P 18 Filling the Coolant Tank Replacing the Coolant 46 3 Maintenance Periodic Care and Maintenance Care and Storage of the Automatic Correction Jig The presence of rust scratches or grime on the automatic correction jig makes accurate detection impossible which in turn may make it impossible to perform milling as intended and may even damage the machine Care and Storage gt Before use wipe clean using a dry clean cloth and make sure that no dust rust or scratches are found gt When the item will be out of use for a prolonged period store in a location with low humidity and little fluctuation in temperature Care of the Regulator Bowl If the inside of the bowl becomes dirty remove and wash the bowl Bowl WARNING Be sure to bleed off the air pressure before removing the regulator bowl Failure to do so may result in a rupture or components flying off WARNING Clean the regulator bowl using a neutral detergent Never use solvents such as gasoline alcohol or thinner Using solvents may degrade the bowl and may result in a rupture Procedure Stop the supply of compr
6. Is the installation base of the machine The vibration from cutting can shake the installation base secure Check the mounting condition of the workpiece Fasten the workpiece in place securely so that it will not slip out of place Is the workpiece firmly secured in place ae ft P 24 or come loose because of milling bur pressure or vibration during milling pe of time it will become worn and affect milling results Try Is the milling bur worn l P 12 replacing the milling bur with a new one The work time of the milling bur can also be managed in VPanel The collet may be deformed if the tip of the spindle strikes Is the collet deformed the rotary axis etc or if the spindle is locked Replace the P 53 collet if it is deformed or If the specified finish thickness of workpieces is excessively Is the thickness specified in the milling dat ively thin thin chipping is likely to occur Check the shape specified in 3 ata excessive In i the milling data EN Strict milling conditions may affect milling results Review the Are the milling conditions too strict ne r CAM milling conditions If the same milling bur is used for milling for a long period Does the milling bur diameter match the Check the CAM milling bur set
7. OhOm Spindle run in short Detection pin maintenance Spindle run in long J Emergency release Correction Report Automatic correction Coolant Work time OhOm Reset Error log System report Manual correction Move 2 SS Drain coolant Save file When the message shown in the figure appears movement of the spindle will be complete Click OK 2 Attach the retainer inside the front cover Make sure the front cover is closed and turn off the power Open the front cover Hold this with both hands Remove the waterproof plate 60 3 Maintenance Extended Periods of Non Use Moving the Machine Attach retainer C Insert the retainer straight all the way in Slide the retainer to the right so that the mounting part is in the hole on the retainer Attach retainer B Align the top of the retainer with the area around the spindle head While pushing on the top of the retainer push the bottom of the retainer so that it slides into place Silicone portion ae A eee IMPORTANT Be careful not to pinch the silicone portion around the spindle head with the retainer Doing so may weaken the secureness of the retainer Attach retainer A As shown in the figure push the side of retainer A that is touching retainer B toward the inside to change the shape of retainer A Push the deformed retainer all the way in If the retainer is not deformed it w
8. Water Is Leaking from the Front Cover If the waterproof plate is not attached properly water may leak Check the installation of the waterproof plate Is the waterproof plate attached properly For information on how to attach the waterproof plate refer P 38 to the Setup Guide or the page listed to the right Cleaning the Waterproof Plate 68 4 Troubleshooting Milling Quality Problems The Milling Results Are Not Attractive Check the mounting condition of the workpiece Fasten the workpiece in place securely so that it will not slip out of place Is the workpiece firmly secured in place or Kr P 24 or come loose because of milling bur pressure or vibration during milling If the same milling bur is used for milling for a long period ee of time it will become worn and affect milling results Try Is the milling bur worn l N l P 12 replacing the milling bur with a new one The work time of the milling bur can also be managed in VPanel ae A i Strict milling conditions may affect milling results Review the Are the milling conditions too strict ae CAM milling conditions The origin point may become out of position due to prolonged use or relocating the machine which can result in a line of level difference Perform automatic correction If oe Pid Is
9. Roland LIV X AW User s Manual 0 C o am rm 0 am Roland DG Corporation has developed a special website introducing dental aye solutions For the latest information regarding this machine including manu Roland als see our special Easy Shape website http www rolandeasyshape com ENTAL SOLUTION Roland DG Corporation Contents OTS A AE EAE EE EE A E E A A E 2 1 Operation ScCreeh Luavrusrem seende anabeeresepi keesdsnsndeseebessdenanvenene 4 Displaying OF Exiting VPT eske ankes 5 MPV 5 PT SPU MIN AN EE NN EEE 5 FT 6 EP 6 VPanel WINGOW vr T POTTI 7 CEM SE EE REE EE anteaters 8 EE MAE so EN EE EEE 9 PUMA WME EE T AA EATA A A A A vane A 10 Manual correction NNN 11 Milling bur management Dialog gt OR EE EE 12 Milling bur registration Dialog ON ERE EN NE 13 ET EEE NE 14 Using Reading the Built In Panel rrnnnrnrnnnrrnnnnrvnrnnnvnrnnnrnvnnnnvnvnnnennnnnsnnnnnssnnannrnnnnnsnnnnnsrnnnnnene 15 Using Reading the Built In Panel s e sssessseesssessseesssessseesssessecosseeosseesseessseesseeoseeosseeosseosseossseosseesseeossresseeoseeosserosseosseosssressees 15 Statuses Indicated by Status Light COL spp ae GNIR 15 Switening the Power TNA 16 TNT 16 VPN OGL cscrtieectnirtntiriaiainsenenernraiaia TAN E ena NEEE N Eai 16 Preparing for MINO 44442424 a aaa i an oni 17 Preparing a Workpiece Usable Workpieces rsrssnersrnessrsrsersrnensssenensrnenensenessssenensenessnsenessene
10. available item Draining Procedure If a workpiece or a milling bur is mounted on the machine remove it IMPORTANT Do not remove the detection pin Remove the coolant tank and discard the coolant Proceed to the next step without returning the coolant tank to its original position P 18 Filling the Coolant Tank Replacing the Coolant Place the tray with the coolant tank inside the bottom cover in the stored position Important Because some water may drip when draining the pathways keep the tray in place until the coolant tank is returned to its original position Show VPanel P 5 Displaying VPanel 3 Maintenance 55 Extended Periods of Non Use Moving the Machine READY A Dwx 4w OFF O DWX 4W Copy 1 R Spindle speed 0 rpm Milling bur number D Progress p Daily maintenance Collet maintenance Spindle run in short Correction Automatic correction Manual correction Move Default lt gt Cleaning Packing ATC Spindle Work time OhOm Milling bur change test Detection pin maintenance Spindle run in long Emergency release Report Coolant Work time OhOm Reset System report Error log Save file Cancel Remove the followings 1 Coolant tank 56 3 Maintenance 2 Workpiece 3 Automatic correction jig The coolant draining will be started up to 1 min DWX AW Remove the coolant tank Select a machine
11. Installation Problems Windows 8 8 1 procedure B 1 Connect the machine to the computer with the USB cable and turn on the machine If the Found New Hardware appears click Cancel to close it Disconnect any USB cables for printers or other such equipment other than this machine Click Desktop Point to the lower right corner of the screen to display the charms and click Settings Click PC info Click Device Manager If the User Account Control window appears click Continue Device Manager appears Click Show hidden devices from the View menu In the list find Printers or Other devices then double click it Under the selected item click the name of the model you are using or Unknown device 9 Go to the Action menu and click Uninstall 10 In the Confirm Device Uninstall window click OK Close Device Manager 11 Detach the USB cable from the computer and then restart Windows 12 Uninstall the driver Carry out the steps from step 3 on P 75 Uninstalling the Driver Windows 8 8 1 to uninstall the driver Windows 8 8 1 13 Reinstall the driver again according to the procedure in Setup Guide Installing the Software or P 71 Installing the Driver Separately NO CON WDM RU Windows 7 procedure A 1 Connect the machine to the computer with the USB cable and turn on the machine 2 From the Start menu click Devices and Printers 3 Check that the model you are u
12. Overfilling or tilting will cause fluid to spill out CAUTION When raising or lowering the coolant tank hold the positions indicated in the following figure Failing to do so may result in your fingers being pinched leading to injury Situations Requiring This Work gt When the filter is dirty gt Once a month varies with work conditions Required Tools Filter 3 Maintenance 49 Replacing Consumable Parts Cleaning 1 Clean the coolant tank Remove the coolant tank P 18 Filling the Coolant Tank Replacing the Coolant Remove the fluid inlet cap on the cool ant tank Discard the coolant Note Dispose of coolant properly in accordance with the laws in effect in your locale Do not recklessly dispose of it in sewer systems rivers or streams Doing so may have an adverse impact on the environment Clean the inside of the coolant tank Pour a little tap water into the tank and then shake the tank to the left and right Dispose of any dirty water Repeat this step until the water does not become dirty when you shake the tank Important Empty the coolant tank of as much fluid as possible before replacing the filter The coolant tank is tilted when replacing the filter and it is easy for fluid remaining in the coolant tank to spill out in this situation 2 Replace the coolant tank filter Remove the cap and filter Removing the filter cap allows for the filter to also be remove
13. Report System report Drain cooiant i Error log Save file Settings Maintenance Mail Daily maintenance Collet maintenance Spindle run in short Correction Automatic correction Manual correction 2 Milling The work time of the coolant will be reset Continue ATC Milling bur change test P Detection pin maintenance Emergency release Coolant Spindle Work time OhOm Spindle run in long Report System report Reset Error log GA Select a machine to operate Click the radio button to the left of the name of the machine to operate Click in the top window The Settings screen will appear Click the Maintenance tab Click Reset Click OK The coolant work time display will become 0 The replacement operation is now complete Starting Milling Milling Precautions Do not turn the power off during the following operations or stop work before the operation is complete gt Collet maintenance P 28 gt Milling P 25 gt When the machine is operating after you click the Emergency release button P 9 If you turn the power off during these operations or stop work before the operation is complete the spindle unit may be in a state where it does not hold anything the milling bur
14. are affixed together and cannot be separated The cause may be dirt inside the collet or damage or deformation of the collet There is a possibility that the spindle unit is defec tive Action 1 Turn off the power 2 Remove any objects blocking operation of the machine and any accumulated milling waste 3 Turn on the power and then restart operation 1 Remove any objects blocking operation of the machine and any accumulated milling waste 2 Press and hold the operation button on the built in panel This will clear the error 1 Review the CAM settings and the shape specified in the milling data 2 Press and hold the operation button on the built in panel This will clear the error 1 Turn off the power 2 Close the front cover 3 Turn on the power 1 Follow the messages displayed in VPanel to forc ibly release the milling bur If the bur is difficult to remove because the connec tion portion is stuck shake the milling bur to the left and right while pulling downward 2 Perform collet maintenance Carefully clean the inside of the collet P 23 STEP 0 Spindle Run In Short 3 Clean the ATC magazine P 34 Cleaning after Milling Finishes If the error occurs again even after you perform the above operations the collet may be deformed In this case replace the collet Perform automatic correction after the replacement P 39 Mi
15. bur info can be recovered by returning the machine name printer name to the original name 4 Troubleshooting 67 Machine Problems Collet Maintenance Cannot Continue Due to an Error Occurring If you take too long to perform the collet maintenance the supply of compressed air will become insufficient and it will no longer be possible to continue the collet maintenance Follow the procedure below to perform the maintenance again 1 Turn off the machine s power 2 Supply the appropriate amount of compressed air P 17 Preparing Compressed Air Setting the Regulator 3 Open the front cover Is the message 1039 0000 The pressure 4 Turn on the power 2 of the compressed air is too high or low 5 Click OK in the message window displayed on VPanel to displayed on VPanel clear the message 6 In VPanel click the Maintenance tab and then click Emergency release 7 Click OK in the message window displayed 8 The collet is open so use the collet replacement jig and the collet tap to close the collet 9 Close the front cover When the machine stops operating and the status light turns on in blue the machine is in the ready status 10 Perform the collet maintenance again Is anything caught on the spindle unit or Check whether something has become caught and is rotary axis unit impeding initialization
16. can register up to 20 milling burs Here you can remove the milling bur selected in the list 1 Operation Screen 13 2 Milling Using Reading the Built In Panel asrrnnnrnnnnnannranrnnnrnnnnr 15 Using Reading the Built In Panel rrrrnnnnnnnnnnnvnnnnnnrnnnnnvnnnnen 15 Statuses Indicated by Status Light Color rrrrnnrrrrnnrrenrnnnennnn 15 Switching the Power On or OM Luren nesen 16 Switching the Power On ccccccssececceeeeeceeeeeceeeeeesseeesueeeeeaes 16 Switching the Power Off rsiccntsscsceccasstedecencdsniccaunda ce lacecensmecteaniasess 16 PRED Alin OI 17 Preparing a Workpiece Usable Workpieces ccccceceeeees 17 Preparing a Miling BUT uavsraseemannasnnke uWwnaendnsnasemn 17 Preparing Compressed Air Setting the Regulator 17 Filling the Coolant Tank Replacing the Coolant 06 18 SANN vr 23 Milling Precautions arrrnannnnnrnnnnrnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnanennnennnnnnnsennsennn 23 STEP 0 Spindle Run In Short ccccsecccsseeeeeeseeeseeeeeeeees 23 STEP 1 Mounting the Workpiece cccccsseecseeeeeeeeeeeesees 24 STEP 2 Outputting Milling Data LLuuvesessmmsesasnsenmmiimne 25 Aborting UP b ca concssanncocs nt dacenaceeanecsusansaasesodesesarhemepeanvanseacter 27 Deleting Standby Milling Data rrrnnnnnnnnnnnrrnnnnrvnnnnnnrnnnnnrnnsnen 27 Following Daily Operations rrrnnrnernnnnnvnnnvrnnnnnnvnnnvnn
17. may be impossible to send e mails because of security software settings or the like If e mails cannot be sent check the settings of the security software being used as anti virus software or for a similar purpose For detailed information about the e mail settings consult your network administrator VPanel does not support TLS connections STARTTLS 10 1 Operation Screen VPanel Window Manual correction Dialog Box In this dialog box you can directly enter the manual correction values of the milling machine Perform correction to precisely adjust accuracy When more than one machine is connected the machine selected in the top window becomes the target for correction Perform automatic correction before performing this correction P 39 Milling Machine Correction Distance X 100 000 Y 100 000 100 000 axis back side Origin point X 0 00 Y 0 00 0 00 A degree Clear these values when executing the automatic correction Distance A axis back side Origin point Clear these values when executing the automatic correction OK Correct moving distances in the X Y and Z directions Set the correction value while considering the initial moving distance as 100 gt Initial setting 100 Correct the angle when the A axis is rotated 180 degrees Set the correction value while considering the initial setting as 0 00 degrees gt Initial setting 0 00 degrees Correct the or
18. of the displays are shown below Indicates that at least one of the connected milling machines is on is online Messages are displayed automatically if an error occurs during milling and in similar situations Even after the message disappears if you hover the mouse pointer over this icon the status of each connected machine such as Ready Milling Finished Completed or Offline will be displayed Messages prompting you to perform maintenance such as Spindle run in long required will also be displayed In these situations perform the maintenance work indicated by the message P 23 STEP 0 Spindle Run In Short P 32 3 Maintenance Indicates that all the connected milling machines are off Zi Indicates that an error has occurred on at least one of the connected milling machines If you hover the mouse pointer over this icon you can check which machine has the error gi Exiting VPanel Right click on aw in the task tray and click Exit ja OE 6 1 Operation Screen VPanel Window Top Window This is the VPanel top window It displays the statuses of connected milling machines and an output list of milling data Output of milling data can also be executed in this window No Displayed content Machine operation status Name of connected ma chine Milling machine status 4 Output a file cancel Milling bur management sews D om Ready Collet maintenance requi
19. the dummy pin for milling with the detection pin for correction Show VPanel P 5 Displaying VPanel Select a machine to operate EE a DWXAW rA ee Click the radio button to the left of the name of OFF O H DWX 4W Copy 1 Milling bur number D the machine to operate Click in the top window The Settings screen will appear 3 Maintenance 39 Periodic Care and Maintenance 1 Click the Maintenance tab sin vor h a Click Detection pin maintenance Daily memntenance ATC Spindle Collet maintenance 2 Milling bur change test Work time OhOm Spindle run in short Detection pin maintenance Spindle run in long Emergency release Correction Report Automatic correction Coolant Work time 11h14m Reset Error log System report Manual correction Moye Drain coolant Save file Default lt gt Cleaning Packing Click OK A The detection pin will be returned to the stocker The window shown in the figure appears auto Clean the detection pin in reference to the User s Manual mat i ca ly Open the front cover and remove the dummy pin for milling Return the detection pin for correction to the ATC magazine s D stocker and install the dummy pin for milling in its place The detection pin should be oriented with the tapered end up Be careful not to confuse which side is up and which is down 40 3 Maintenance Periodic Care and Maintenance
20. the machine out of correction expected results cannot be obtained even after performing automatic correction perform manual correction With manual correction changing the Y value under Origin point may improve the situation There Is a Line of Level Difference in the Milling Results The origin point may become out of position due to prolonged use or relocating the machine which can result in a line of level difference Perform automatic correction If er P 11 Is the machine out of correction expected results cannot be obtained even after performing automatic correction perform manual correction With manual correction changing the Y value under Origin point may improve the situation Incorrect CAM milling settings may lead to line of level Are the CAM milling conditions correct ae differences Review the CAM milling conditions The Dimensions of the Milling Results Do Not Match Does the milling bur diameter match the l Check the CAM settings z CAM settings Does the set temperature of the sintering Check the set temperature of the sintering program to see if it program match the workpiece matches the workpiece of the manufacturer used 4 Troubleshooting 69 Milling Quality Problems Chipping Edges of Milling Products Become Chipped Occurs
21. the power off and then check whether something has become caught and is impeding initialization After you remove the obstruction turn on the machine Is the milling bur caught on anything The milling bur attached to the spindle unit may fail to perform initialization if it is caught on the workpiece or rotary SG axis unit Try to detach the milling bur using the emergency l release function in VPanel The Operation Button Does Not Respond Is the front cover open This machine restricts some operations when the front cover is open Close the front cover Are you wearing gloves The built in panel s operation button will not respond if you are wearing gloves Operate the button with a bare hand VPanel Does Not Recognize the Machine Is the cable connected Make sure that the cables are connected Setup Guide Connecting the Cables Is the driver installed correctly Ifthe connection to the computer is not made in the procedure described the driver may fail to install correctly VPanel will not function normally if the driver is not configured correctly P73 Check again to ensure that the connection was made using the correct procedure Was the procedure for connecting multiple machines or for changing the ID of any machine p
22. to operate Click the radio button to the left of the name of the machine to operate Click in the top window The Settings screen will appear Click the Maintenance tab Click Drain coolant Make sure that the work displayed on the screen is complete Click OK The coolant will begin to be discharged If the coolant tank has been attached the message shown in the figure to the left will be displayed Remove the coolant tank click OK and then perform the procedure again from step Draining of the coolant lines is complete once the message in the figure is displayed Click OK Extended Periods of Non Use Moving the Machine Remove the tray placed inside the bottom cover Dispose of any water that has accumulated in the tray Return the coolant tank to its original position Spindle Run In Long Situations Requiring This Work gt When the machine has not been used for 1 month or longer Performing Run In Procedure Close the front cover and turn on the power Show VPanel P 5 Displaying VPanel Select a machine to operate Ready et ie Click the radio button to the left of the name of the machine to operate Click in the top window The Settings screen will appear READM A DWX 4W OFF H DWX 4W Copy 1 Milling bur number D Click the Maintenance tab D Click Spindle run in long Dail
23. will be subjected to com pressed air Be careful to prevent the collet from falling out Attach the collet replacement jig and the collet tap Collet replacement jig Collet tap Close the front cover Hold this with both hands When the message shown in the figure appears the collet maintenance is complete Click OK 2 Milling 31 3 Maintenance Maintenance Precautions cccccseccsserssseessseeseeeesserensarens 33 Maintenance FP FECAUMONS s2ccctcactacsnetincesmraninaunensganectanetedeanlanietaace 33 Pr 34 Cleaning after Milling Finishes rrrrrnrrrnrnrnrrrnnnrrvnnrrennnnrennnn 34 Care of the Dummy Pin for Milling ai mssresmnenmnmessei tenepisreen 36 Periodic Care and Maintenance cccccseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 38 Cleaning the Waterproof Plate ccccssscecsseeeeceeseeeeeeeeseees 38 Milling Machine Correction cccccccceeeeeeeeseeeeeseeeeeseeeeesaeeeeas 39 Milling Bur Change TeSt ccccccssceccsseeeceeseeeceseeesesseeseeeeees 45 Filling the Coolant Tank Replacing the Coolant 008 46 Care and Storage of the Automatic Correction Jig 0 47 Care of the Regulator BOWL cccccssccccsseeecseeeeeseeeeeseeeeessaes 47 Replacing Consumable Pafts cccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeees 49 Replacing the Spindle Unit rronrrnnnnrrranerrnnrnranenrnnnnrannrnannennnne 49 Milling Bur Service Life
24. Displaying VPanel Select a machine to operate ea ee Click the radio button to the left of the name of the machine to operate READY A DWX 4W OFF DWX 4W Copy 1 Milling bur number D Progress Click in the top window The Settings screen will appear Q A Click the Maintenance tab E gt on al Click Detection pin maintenance Daily maintenance ATC Spindle By raiu Voete OhOm Spindle run in long Spindle run in short Detection pin maintenance Emergency release Correction ad Report Automatic correction Coolant System report Manual correction Work time een Reset Error log Move Drain coolant Save file Default lt gt Cleaning Packing Click OK A The detection pin will be returned to the stocker 36 3 Maintenance Clean the detection pin in reference to the User s Manual Daily Care The window shown in the figure appears auto matically Open the front cover and remove the dummy pin for milling Wipe the dummy pin for milling with a dry cloth Any fluid or milling waste not wiped off will have an effect on the milling results Carefully wipe the entire area clean Return the dummy pin for milling to the ATC magazine s D stocker
25. ION Do not place any electronic devices in the vicinity of this machine Because coolant flows within this machine water may be sprayed on objects in the vicinity of the machine when its front cover is opened To prevent malfunctions do not place any electronic devices in the vicinity of this machine Procedure READY Ready pe ee Spindle speed 0 rpm OFF DWX 4W Copy 1 Milling bur number D Output Cancel File name Sample prn Verify that the milling bur has been set P 17 Preparing a Milling Bur Check that the coolant has been set P 18 Filling the Coolant Tank Replacing the Coolant In the top window of VPanel select the machine to output to Click da The Output a file window will appear Click Add The Open window will appear Select the milling data and click Open The selected milling data is displayed in the data list of the Output a file window Repeat steps to output the milling data continuously 2 Milling 25 Starting Milling Click Output Cancel Changing the data list order You can change the output order by selecting the milling data in the data list and clicking or The milling data is output from the top of the data list Removing milling data in the data list You can remove milling data in the data list by selecting the milling data and clicking Remove Adding milling
26. Messages Action If the error occurred during milling 1 Adjust the compressor or the regulator so that compressed air with the appropriate pressure 0 6 MPa to 0 8 MPa can be supplied P 17 Preparing Compressed Air Setting the Regulator 2 Close the front cover and press the built in panel s operation button Resume milling If the error occurred during collet mainte nance P 68 Collet Maintenance Cannot Continue Due to an Error Occurring If the error occurred in any other situations 1 Adjust the compressor or the regulator so that compressed air with the appropriate pressure 0 6 MPa to 0 8 MPa can be supplied P 17 Preparing Compressed Air Setting the Regulator 2 Close the front cover and then press and hold the built in panel s operation button This will clear the error 1 Increase the pressure slightly from the current setting Increase the pressure in increments of about 0 05 MPa and set the pressure to a value where no error is generated However make sure that the setting does not exceed 0 8 MPa Setting a pressure higher than 0 8 MPa may cause a malfunction 2 Close the front cover and then press and hold the built in panel s operation button The error can now be cleared If the error occurs again even after you perform the above operations contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer 1 Supply the appropriate amount of coolant P 18 Filling the Coolant Tank Replac
27. The detection pin should be oriented with the tapered end up Be careful not to confuse which side is up and which is down The operation is complete once the message in the figure is displayed Click OK 3 Maintenance 37 Periodic Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Waterproof Plate Through use the waterproof plate attached on the inside of the front cover will become dirty and visibility from the outside will drop By cleaning the waterproof plate regularly visibility can be maintained making it easy to check the status of operations CAUTION Never use a solvent such as gasoline alcohol or thinner to perform cleaning Doing so may cause a fire Procedure Make sure the power is off and open Hold this with the front cover both hands i Remove the waterproof plate from the inside of the front cover Slide the waterproof plate up and remove it from the protrusions on the front cover in 2 locations Wash the waterproof plate with water After washing wipe off any moister on the plate Attach the waterproof plate on the inside of the front cover Make sure that the protrusions on the front cover are seated firmly in the 2 locations on the plate IMPORTANT The waterproof plate has a top bottom front and back side Be careful of the orientation when install ing If the orientation is not correct the plate may interfere with opening and closing the front cover Close the front
28. __ gt Part to be wiped 20 2 Milling Preparing for Milling Return the coolant tank to its original position Important Move the coolant tank slowly Forcefully mov ing the coolant tank may cause the coolant to spray out Push the coolant tank toward the back of the machine Push until you feel the tank click into place Important Move the coolant tank slowly Forcefully mov ing the coolant tank may cause the coolant to spray out Close the bottom cover This completes the filling of the coolant tank or the replacing of the coolant 2 Milling 21 Preparing for Milling 3 Reset the coolant work time IMPORTANT After replacing the coolant perform the following procedure If the work time is not reset the message prompting coolant replacement will continue to be displayed 22 Show VPanel P 5 Displaying VPanel READM A DWX 4W EF DWX 4W Copy 1 Ready Spindle speed 0 rpm Milling bur number D Daily maintenance Collet maintenance Spindle run in short Correction Automatic correction f Manual correction Move Default lt gt Cleaning Packing Progress Q ATC Milling bur change test Detection pin maintenance Emergency release Coolant Work KE Spindle Work time Ohm Spindle run in long
29. and detection pin may also be in states where they do not hold anything Note that the machine may malfunction in this state STEP 0 Spindle Run In Short Be sure to perform the following tasks before daily operations These tasks are necessary for maintaining a favorable machine condition and for ensuring a high level of product quality If these tasks are not executed a Message prompting operation will be displayed in VPanel Procedure Show VPanel P 5 Displaying VPanel Ready READY DA ea Spindle speed 0 rpm OFF DWX 4W Copy 1 Milling bur number D Progress A d fa L B b Dairy maintenance ATC Spindle 2 Collet maintenance _ Milling bur change test Work time OhOm Detection pin maintenance Spindle run in long Emergency release Correction F Report Automatic correction Coolant System report Manual correction Work time OhOm Reset Error log Cancel Select a machine to operate Click the radio button to the left of the name of the machine to operate Click in the top window The Settings screen will appear Click the Maintenance tab Click Spindle run in short Click OK Spindle run in will begin The machine status light will flash blue The re maining work time will be displayed on VPanel 2 Milling 23 24 Starting Milling CAUTION When the message shown in the figure appears the spindle run in sho
30. aper cleaner left and right as if you are brushing the inner portion of the spindle 3 Maintenance 53 54 Replacing Consumable Parts Collet Collet replacement jig Collet tap Collet replacement jig 3 Maintenance Collet tap Lightly apply grease to the tapered portion on the outside of the new collet A thin application is sufficient Do not apply excessively Assemble the collet collet replace ment jig and collet tap as shown in the figure and then insert this assembly into the spindle While gently pressing the collet tap up into the hole rotate the collet replace ment jig in the direction indicated in the figure to tighten the collet Keep rotating until the collet replacement jig will not rotate any more The collet will be subjected to com pressed air Be careful to prevent the collet from falling out Attach the collet replacement jig and the collet tap Replacing the collet is complete once the mes sage in the figure is displayed Click OK Extended Periods of Non Use Moving the Machine Draining the Coolant Lines Drain the fluid collected in the coolant lines running through the machine Situations Requiring This Work gt When there are no plans to use the machine for 1 week or longer or when the machine has not been used for 1 week or longer gt Before moving the machine especially when there is a risk of coolant spillage Required Tools Commercially
31. be changed from Milling bur registration After replacing the milling bur with a new one click Reset to set the work time to 0 Here you can register milling burs whose work time you want to manage or remove burs you no longer want to manage Click here to open the Milling bur registration dialog box P 13 Milling bur registration Dialog Box VPanel Window Milling bur registration Dialog Box In this dialog box you can register milling burs whose work time you want to manage or remove burs you no longer want to manage When more than one machine is connected the milling burs for the machine selected in the top window are managed Milling bur list Milling bur info Add milling bur Remove milling bur Milling bur name Work time Replacement time 6B 125D Dia 2 5 O0hO0m 15h00m ZGB 25D Conic 0 5 ZGB 50D Dia 1 0 Milling bur info Milling bur name Work time Replacement time ZGB 1250 Dia 2 5 00 h 00 m 15 h 00 m Add milling bur Remove milling bur Displays the name work time and replacement time of a registered milling bur Allows the milling bur name work time and replacement time of the milling bur se lected in the list to be edited Click Save to overwrite and save the edited content Because replacement times depend on the type of milling bur or workpiece as well as the milling conditions adjust the replacement time value as necessary Here you can register additional milling burs You
32. ccount Control window appears click Allow or Yes and continue with the installation The setup menu screen appears automatically If the driver is already installed uninstall it P 75 Uninstalling the Driver Go to Step if the driver is not installed or if it has been uninstalled Click Custom Install for the DWX 4W Software DWX 4W Software Install http www rolanddg com Click Install for the Windows Driver DWX 4W Software Danaol Inetall Readme Windows Driver Install Readme Miariual a INStan gt 4 Troubleshooting 71 Installation Problems If the Following Window Is Displayed during Installation Windows 8 8 Click Install Would you like to install this device software Name Roland Printers aa Publisher Roland DG Corporation C Always trust software from Roland DG Corporation You should only install driver software from publishers you trust How can I decide which device software is safe to install Eg ae ws Securit Click Install this driver software anyway Q Windows can t verify the publisher of this driver software gt Don t install this driver software You should check your manufacturer s website for updated driver software for your device Install this driver software anyway Only install driver software obtained from your manufacturer s website or disc Unsigned software from other sources may harm your computer or steal infor
33. chine will change to the sleep status and the status light will turn off White Milling is in operation or is paused Also in the standby status white light will illuminate when the front cover is opened Yellow When lit yellow an error has occurred and the machine has been paused Check the error details shown on VPanel Press the operation button on the built in panel to resume milling When lit or flashing red an error has occurred and milling has been stopped Milling cannot be resumed Check the error details shown on VPanel When illuminated pressing and holding the operation button on Red sie aig the built in panel will cancel milling and return the machine to the ready status When flashing turn off the power once and start up the machine again Off The machine is sleeping or the power has been turned off and all lights are out 2 Milling 15 Switching the Power On or Off Switching the Power On Procedure p Close the front cover Hold this with both hands Switch on the machine s power switch The machine starts initialization When the status light stops flashing and remains steadily lit initialization is complete Switching the Power Off Procedure Switch off the machine s power switch 16 2 Milling Preparing for Milling Preparing a Workpiece Usable Workpieces Workpiece Materials gt Glass ceramics gt Composite resins Types and Sizes of Workpieces gt Type Type with pin
34. cover 38 3 Maintenance Periodic Care and Maintenance Milling Machine Correction The accuracy of the milling machine may vary if it is used for a long period of time or the surrounding environment changes Performing automatic correction will correct the rotary axis position Situations Requiring This Work gt When replacing the spindle unit gt When the milling position is misaligned gt When symptoms such as a line of level difference or a hole in the Z direction occurs in the milling results This procedure must be performed by a trained service technician in the following cases gt When installing the machine in a different location This work is required not only when installing the machine but also when moving the machine to a different location Contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer to perform such work Required Tools Included items Commercially available item Automatic Detection pin for correction jio correction IMPORTANT Make sure to keep the dummy pin for milling and the detection pin for correction separate and to never mistake which is for milling and which is for correction If a detection pin is used for milling even once it cannot be used to provide proper correction If for some reason a detection pin for correction is used for milling anew detection pin for correction will be necessary In such cases contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer Dry cloth 1 Replace
35. d If the filter does not also come out pull it out from the hole Important Fluid that has been absorbed into the filter may spill out We recommend that you place a towel or some newspapers under the tank 50 3 Maintenance Replacing Consumable Parts O Remove the pipe from the center of the filter A Clean the pipe Wash the pipe with water Attach the cap to a new filter Important Keep the cap aligned with the filter and insert straightly If inserted at an angle or if the O ring is twisted it will not be possible to obtain sufficient filtration Not OK Not OK Insert the removed pipe into the center of the new filter The pipe can be inserted in any direction 3 Maintenance 51 Replacing Consumable Parts 52 CAUTION Insert the new filter and cap into the coolant tank Insert the new filter and cap through the hole on the side of the coolant tank Align the hole on the side of the filter with the protrusion at the back of the tank At the same time align the indentation on the filter cap with the protrusion on the tank If the alignment is not correct the filter will not fall all the way into place Handle the filter carefully Dropping the filter or grasping it too strongly may damage the filter If the filtration function does not work due to damage the coolant line may be clogged with milling waste which may lead to coolant leaks and fire and electrical shock due to cu
36. data by dragging and dropping You can add milling data by dragging and dropping data on the window displayed in steps oO and Verify that a workpiece and milling bur have been mounted on the milling Ad output afieto wx aw machine and click OK aa P 24 STEP 1 Mounting the Workpiece Cancel The output milling data is displayed in the output BUSY A DWX 4W indie speed 10000 rpm list of the top window and milling starts OFF DWX 4W Copy 1 ee ee nt aan oats The estimated milling time and a progress bar are displayed next to the machine name File Progress Sample prn 2897KB 3603KB When milling is finished a completion buzzer will sound Check that the spindle has come to a complete stop and then open the front cover CAUTION Do not insert your hands or other objects into the machine or look into the inside of the machine with the front cover open until the spindle has come to a complete stop If you open the front cover before the spindle comes to a complete stop an emergency stop will occur Due to inertia the spindle will continue to rotate even after an emergency stop has occurred It is dangerous to touch a rotating tool Also the coolant continues to flow until the spindle comes to a complete stop Coming into contact with sprayed coolant may be hazardous to your health CAUTION After milling thoroughly wash the products with purified water or a similar substance After mil
37. e you can also install the driver software and electronic format manual all at once To install all at once see Setup Guide Installing the Software Driver Installation Is Impossible If installation quits partway through or when VPanel does not recognize the machine the driver may not have been installed correctly In such cases perform the following procedures If procedure A does not solve your problem perform procedure B Windows 8 8 1 procedure A 1 Connect the machine to the computer with the USB cable and turn on the machine 2 Click Desktop 3 Point to the lower right corner of the screen to display the charms and click Settings 4 Click Control Panel 5 Click Devices and Printers 6 Check that the model you are using is displayed under Unspecified 7 Right click the icon of the model you are using and then click Remove device 8 If the message Are you sure you want to remove this device is displayed click Yes 9 Check that the icon for the model you are using is no longer displayed under Unspecified 10 Temporarily disconnect the USB cable connecting the machine to the computer and then reconnect the devices If the printer icon for the machine you are using is displayed under Printer the driver has been successfully installed If you could not solve your problem by following this procedure perform the procedure under Windows 8 8 1 procedure B 4 Troubleshooting 73
38. e a week or when the work time exceeds 15 hours DWX 4W The coolant needs to be replaced Reset the work time of the coolant in the window Settings after cleaning the inside of the tank and refilling the coolant in reference to the User s Manual IMPORTANT When the work time exceeds 15 hours the message shown above is displayed prompting coolant replacement Click OK and follow the procedure below to replace the coolant If the message appears during milling click OK and replace the coolant as usual after milling completes If replacement will be performed before the work time exceeds 15 hours follow the same procedure for replacing the coolant Water to Use Use soft or purified water Using hard water may have a negative effect on the service life of the milling bur and on the quality of the product 18 2 Milling Preparing for Milling Filling the Coolant Tank Replacing the Coolant 1 Replace the coolant Open the bottom cover Pull out the coolant tank Important Move the coolant tank slowly Forcefully mov ing the coolant tank may cause the coolant to spray out Remove the coolant tank Clean the inside of the coolant tank before you replace the coolant Pour a little tap water into the tank and then shake the tank to the left and right Dispose of any dirty water Repeat this step until the water does not become dirty when you shake the tank Note Dispose of coolant prop
39. e vanene Click Collet maintenance Q FF ATC Spindle Milling bur change test Work time OhOm Spindle run in short Detection pin maintenance Spindle run in long Correction Emergency release i i Report Automatic correction Podia System report Manual correction Work time ode Reset Error log Move Drain coolant Save file Default lt gt Cleaning 28 2 Milling Following Daily Operations Remove the followings 1 Workpiece 2 Automatic correction jig Hold this with both hands Collet replacement jig Clean the collet in reference to the User s Manual If a workpiece or the automatic correction jig is attached Remove the workpiece or the automatic correction jig close the front cover and then click OK If no workpiece or automatic correction jig is attached Click OK The window shown in the figure appears automatically Open the front cover Press the collet replacement jig against the collet and then insert the collet tap Align the hexagonal tip of the collet and the hexagonal portion of the collet replacement jig Important Rotate the collet replacement jig while the collet tap is inserted If the collet replacement jig is rotated without the collet tap inserted the collet may be damaged While gently pressing the collet tap up into the hole rotate the collet replacement jig in the direction indicated in the figure Rotate the collet replacement jig until
40. ednwasavensedenvens 65 No Data Is Being Output to the Machine or the Machine Will Not Operate Even Though Data Is Being Output 66 The Computer Shuts Down when Connecting Multiple Machines rseserssnersenenessenesrnenessenenssenessrnessensnessenssesseneses 66 Compressed Air Does Not Come Out ssessrsrsrssnensssensnsssrsrnenensnensrnsnenessensssnsnessesenenensesssenenenessensnensssessnenenensesensnesessesenssenesnene 67 A tomatic Go 1 101 oi EEE EE NN NE NN 67 The Milling Bur Management Information was LOS sssessssernessrnersersrnessenensensensssrnessrnessssersessenessenessensensssensssssessssernessere 67 Collet Maintenance Cannot Continue Due to an Error OCcurring sesessesrsesessesessrnesensrnenssseressenensssenessenessnsenesessensssenese 68 Water Is Leaking from the Front COVET ssessssersssersessrnersensesensensnssnssssssrnessrnessenersessensssenssssnessssernessenessenessessenssssnesssnssssssenessere 68 Miling Quality IP OO 0 5 EE EE NE ER i a aaia 69 The Milling Results Are Not Attractive ee RaNNG 69 There Is a Line of Level Difference in the Milling Results nssesersessenessenersenervesernesernessesersessenersenersensenssssnessesessssersessere 69 The Dimensions of the Milling Results Do Not Match ssssessesseessseessseessseesosseessscesnsseeonseeessseessserossecossseessseeossserssseees 69 Chipping Edges of Milling Products Become Chipped OCCUrS sersssersessrssrsessensssensrssnsassssrnessenessesersessenssssn
41. el it click into place 2 If the error occurred during milling Press the built in panel s operation button Resume milling If the error occurred outside of milling Press and hold the built in panel s operation but ton 1 Press and hold the operation button on the built in panel This will clear the error 2 Perform automatic correction P 39 Milling Machine Correction Download the latest versions of VPanel and the machine s firmware from our special Easy Shape website http www rolandeasyshape com and then install these versions Turn off the power and unplug the power cable After that contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer Roland DOC 1247 R1 150807
42. en more than one machine is connected the machine selected in the top window becomes the target for the settings Settings Maintenance Mail NC code with decimal point Version Conventional 3 Calculator AI 3 Calculator F 3 Calculator UKRXYZAB Machine ID A Run VPanel at PC start up NC code with decimal point Machine ID Run VPanel at PC start up Version 8 1 Operation Screen VPanel 1 00 Firmware V10 Click to display the special website in your Internet browser rN EASY SHAPE Roland DENTAL SOLUTION Select the handling and interpretation of the decimal point in NC codes With Con ventional the unit is interpreted as millimeter or inch when there is a decimal point and as 1 1000 millimeter or 1 10000 inch when there is no decimal point With Calculator the unit is always interpreted as millimeter or inch regardless of whether there is a decimal point Select the scope of the application when selecting Calculator Select an appropriate setting according to your CAM or NC code gt Initial setting Conventional You can set an ID to a machine This is useful when connecting multiple units gt Initial setting A Setup Guide Connecting Multiple Units Important To change an ID be sure to follow the procedure explained in the Setup Guide When this is checked VPanel will start automatically when Windows starts up and the VPanel icon will be disp
43. er is out of range Milling data er ror wrong com mand is detected Milling data er ror The address is not defined Milling data er ror The parame ter is not defined Milling data er ror The opera tion cannot be executed The spindle ex perienced an overload The spindle ex perienced over current The spindle mo tor temperature is high The spindle tem perature is high The spindle con trol circuit tem perature is high The spindle does not turn Milling data er ror No milling bur is selected 4 Troubleshooting There may be a problem with the milling data re ceived from the computer Alternatively the data transfer may have failed due to the computer being under a high load The spindle stopped under a large milling load or other causes The following are likely reasons e The milling bur is worn e workpiece that cannot be milled by the machine is being used The milling conditions are too strict e The spindle is defective The cable may be broken or the spindle unit may be defective There is a problem with the specified milling bur details in the milling data Action 1 Press and hold the operation button on the built in panel This will clear the error 2 Check the milling data If there are no problems with the milling data 1 Exit any unnecessary programs 2 Restart the computer and then perform milling again 1 Turn off
44. erformed correctly There is a possibility that the connection procedure was performed incorrectly Make sure that connections were performed correctly When changing a machine s ID remember that it is necessary to restart both the machine and VPanel Setup Guide Connecting Multiple Units 4 Troubleshooting 65 Machine Problems No Data Is Being Output to the Machine or the Machine Will Not Operate Even Though Data Is Being Output If the front cover is open the machine will not start milling RE even if milling data is being received Close all the covers s the front cover open a R and then press the built in panel s operation button to start milling Verify that a message other than Offline OFF display is shown on VPanel Does VPanel recognize the machine If Offline OFF is displayed on VPanel regardless of the P 65 machine being on check the cable connections and similar items 2 If multiple machines are connected is the Select the machine to output milling data to on the VPanel correct machine selected screen is paused milling stops and some operations are restricted Is operation paused Quickly pressing the built in panel s operation button of the machine will cancel the pause Pressing and holding on the operation button will abort milling
45. erly in accordance with the laws in effect in your locale Do not recklessly dispose of it in sewer systems rivers or streams Doing so may have an adverse impact on the environment 2 Milling 19 Preparing for Milling Make the coolant The coolant should have a water to additive ratio of 95 5 Use the included measuring cup for measuring The capacity of the coolant tank is approximately 3 L To fill the tank use 2850 mL of water and 150 mL of additive After you combine the water and additive there is no need to mix the substances together Refer to the appropriate safety data sheet SDS for the chemical substances used in the additives and the safety related to those substances Contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer to purchase additives CAUTION Be sure to put the specified additive in the coolant tank Additives are effective in reducing coolant deterioration and raising the milling efficiency in order to maintain product performance Also if additives are not used the coolant may generate an unpleasant odor Remove the fluid inlet cap on the cool ant tank and pour in the coolant Do not add coolant past MAX After filling with coolant close the fluid inlet cap Wipe the inside of the bottom cover Water accumulates in the bottom inside the bot tom cover after using for long periods Wipe regu larly at the same timing as coolant replacement Also pull the rail forward when cleaning
46. essed air Make sure that the pressure gauge reads 0 3 Maintenance 47 Periodic Care and Maintenance Remove the regulator Remove the screws at the locations shown in the figure Remove the bowl Wash the bowl using a neutral detergent After making sure that the bowl is completely dry attach the bowl Secure the regulator in its original position Return the supply of compressed air to its previous state 48 3 Maintenance Replacing Consumable Parts Replacing the Spindle Unit Recommended Replacement Interval When the total work time of the spindle exceeds 2 000 hours with variation depending on the work situation The spindle unit is a part that wears out You can use VPanel to view the total work time of the spindle Refer to VPanel to de termine when replacement is needed Contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer when it is time for replacement Milling Bur Service Life Necessary Replacement Interval gt Approx 15 hours of work time The work time for each milling bur can be viewed on VPanel P 12 Milling bur management Dialog Box The milling bur is a consumable part Contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer when it is time for replacement Replacing the Coolant Tank Filter Contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer to purchase new filters CAUTION Do not overfill or tilt the coolant tank The fluid inlet on the coolant tank is open
47. esssnsenssern 70 MENN 70 se e00 2 9 0 EEE EE EE EE 71 Installing the Driver Separately ge meen enrnenes coerente reenter inrn nent erste ren rite teratoma es Cnre re ri tere Conn eeeaaeere ett ene Senge 71 Installing the Software and the Electronic Manual Separately srsnsrsrssrsessssersessenersessesensenssssnessssersesernessenseseses 73 Driver Installation Is Impossible SE ENER RE 73 Uninstalling the DIVE GE EE RE NE EEE EN R T5 Sale Su 100 80 ea EEE 76 Responding to Error WESSAGCS tise sinissrcsvncaiwannissnrieunnedasdvarevan agnet endiudadammeddrn et IT Thank you very much for purchasing this product gt Toensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product s performance please be sure to read through this manual completely and store it in a safe location gt Unauthorized copying or transferal in whole or in part of this manual is prohibited gt Thecontents of this operation manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice gt The operation manual and the product have been prepared and tested as much as possible If you find any misprint or error please inform us gt Roland DG Corporation assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur through use of this product regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product gt Roland DG Corporation assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or dama
48. et the milling bur in the correct position 2 If the error occurred during milling Close the front cover and press the built in panel s operation button Resume milling If the error occurred outside of milling Close the front cover and then press and hold the built in panel s operation button This will clear the error 1 Clean the ATC magazine and the milling bur P 34 Cleaning after Milling Finishes 2 If the error occurred during milling Close the front cover and press the built in panel s operation button Resume milling If the error occurred outside of milling Close the front cover and then press and hold the built in panel s operation button This will clear the error If the error occurs again even after you perform the above operations contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer If the error occurs again even after you perform the above operations replace the spindle unit with a new one After you replace the spindle unit correct the milling machine P 49 Replacing the Spindle Unit P 39 Milling Machine Correction 4 Troubleshooting 79 80 Responding to Error Messages Error number Message Situation error cause 1023 0000 1024 0000 1025 0000 1026 0000 1027 0000 1028 0000 1 029 102A 0000 102B 0000 103C 0000 1035 0000 102D 0000 1038 0000 Milling data er ror The number of parameters is incorrect Milling data error The paramet
49. ge which may occur with respect to any article made using this product http www rolanddg com Company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Copyright 2015 Roland DG Corporation Roland DG Corporation has licensed the MMP technology from the TPL Group 1 Operation Screen Displaying or Exiting VEN 5 Whatis VAC EEE 5 Displaying VP GING EE 5 VPanel Display in the Task Tray ccccceececeseeeseeesseeeseeeeeaeees 6 pA ANS OE EE 6 FAG MAO sascactanautenuint a parae RRAS REEE ERER ETEA 7 TOD WOW seesersrser anasan ee qa auerenta EEEN EA 7 DAS Teens eieden 8 Maintenance PN 9 VPT 10 Manual correction Dialog Box csccecseceeseeeneeseneeeeneeeens 11 Milling bur management Dialog BOX rrrnnrnnnnrrnnnrrnnnrrrnnnennnnnn 12 Milling bur registration Dialog BOx rrrrnnrrnnnrrnnnrennnrrrnnnernnnnn 13 Displaying or Exiting VPanel What is VPanel VPanel is an application that allows milling machine BEADM A DWx 4w ee pi operation on a computer screen It has functions to DERE DWX 4W Copy 1 ia a output milling data perform maintenance and make various corrections It also displays milling machine er ror messages Setup Guide Installing the Software Displaying VPanel Click 4w VPanel icon in the task tray on the desktop VPanel will be displayed If you cannot find aw in the task tray s
50. gt Maximum number of mountable workpieces 3 gt Maximum size of mountable workpieces 40 W x 20 D x 20 H mm However the workpiece size is limited by the number of workpieces mounted in the machine and the number of mountable workpieces is limited by the size of the workpieces mounted in the machine Preparing a Milling Bur Usable Milling Burs gt Dedicated milling bur 3 types Setting Milling Burs in the ATC Magazine Set the milling burs in stockers 1 to 4 of the ATC magazine Set the different types of milling burs in the stocker numbers according to the milling data settings Ensure that the tips of the burs face down Exercise caution regarding the orientation of the burs Preparing Compressed Air Setting the Regulator Recommended Set Pressure gt 0 6 MPa to 0 8 MPa 2 Milling 17 Preparing for Milling Filling the Coolant Tank Replacing the Coolant CAUTION Do not overfill or tilt the coolant tank The fluid inlet on the coolant tank is open Overfilling or tilting will cause fluid to spill out CAUTION When raising or lowering the coolant tank hold the positions indicated in the following figure Failing to do so may result in your fingers being pinched leading to injury Situations Requiring This Work gt Filling When first using the machine When the fluid level in the tank reaches the lower limit gt Replacement Onc
51. he Driver Windows Vista 7 to uninstall the driver 10 Reinstall the driver again according to the procedure in Setup Guide Installing the Software or P 71 Installing the Driver Separately 74 4 Troubleshooting Installation Problems Uninstalling the Driver Windows 8 8 1 If the driver is uninstalled without following the procedure given below there is a possibility that it might not be able to be re installed 1 Turn off the machine and remove the cable connecting the machine to the computer 2 Log on to Windows as an administrator 3 Click Desktop 4 Point to the lower right corner of the screen to display the charms and click Settings 5 Click Control Panel and then click Uninstall a program 6 Select the driver of the machine to remove by clicking it and then click Uninstall 7 The following removal confirmation message will appear Click Yes 8 Click Start and then click Desktop 9 Open Explorer and then open the drive and folder containing the driver 10 Double click SETUP64 EXE 64 bit version or SETUP EXE 32 bit version 11 If the User Account Control window appears click Allow The setup program for the driver starts 12 Click Uninstall Select the machine to remove and click Start 13 If it is necessary to restart your computer a window prompting you to restart will appear Click Yes 14 After the computer has restarted open the Control Panel agai
52. igins of the X Y and Z axes Set the correction value while con sidering the initial setting as 0 00 mm gt Initial setting 0 00 mm Check to reset the values for Distance Origin point and A axis back side when performing automatic correction gt Initial setting Checked 1 Operation Screen 11 12 VPanel Window Milling bur management Dialog Box By selecting a milling bur to be used in this dialog box the work time of the selected milling bur will be recorded auto matically In addition when the bur reaches the preset replacement time a warning message will be displayed When more than one machine is connected the machine selected in the top window is managed Milling burs Work time Replacement time Milling bur registration 1 Operation Screen Milling burs Work time Replacement time GB 125D Dia 2 5 00h00m 15h00m GB 50D Dia 1 0 00h00m 15h00rm ZGB 25D Conic 0 5 00h00m 15h00m Milling bur registration Here you can select from among the registered milling burs the bur whose work time you want to count 1 to 4 are stocker numbers Select a milling bur according to the milling burs set in the ATC magazine The name and work time replacement time of the selected milling bur will be displayed on the top window When not using this function leave the box blank Displays the work time and replacement time of the selected milling bur The replacement time can
53. ill catch on the uneven area inside the machine and prevent the retainer from being attached correctly a ev yl 4 i 3 Maintenance 61 Extended Periods of Non Use Moving the Machine Close the front cover Hold this with both hands Pull out the coolant tank Remove the fluid inlet cap on the coolant tank Place the fluid inlet cap in the storage compartment 62 3 Maintenance Extended Periods of Non Use Moving the Machine Attach retainer D Use tape to secure the retainer to the coolant tank Com mercially available tape can be used to secure the retainer to the tank Return the coolant tank to its original position Close the bottom cover 3 Maintenance 63 4 Troubleshooting MLS 6 11913 FF 0 0 1 EE 65 The Machine Does Not Run Cannot Generate Output 65 The Operation Button Does Not Respond cccseeeeeeeeees 65 VPanel Does Not Recognize the Machine rrrnrnnanrnanannannnnnn 65 No Data Is Being Output to the Machine or the Machine Will Not Operate Even Though Data Is Being Output 66 The Computer Shuts Down when Connecting Multiple Machines 66 Compressed Air Does Not Come Out r rrrurnnrnnnrenanennnrnnarennnenne 67 Automatic Correction Fails rrarrrrannrnannrnnnnrnnnnennanrnnanennnnnnnnn 67 The Milling Bur Management Information was Lost 67 Collet Maintenance Cannot C
54. ing the Coolant 2 If the error occurred during milling Press the built in panel s operation button Resume milling If the error occurred outside of milling Press and hold the built in panel s operation but ton This will clear the error If the error occurs again even after you perform the above operations replace all the coolant Clean the inside of the coolant tank If the filter is dirty replace it P 49 Replacing the Coolant Tank Filter If the error occurs again even after you perform the above operations turn off the power and contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer 4 Troubleshooting 81 82 Responding to Error Messages Error number Message Situation error cause 1034 0000 The coolant tank is not installed 103B 0000 The automatic correction is not yet finished 103A DANGER The coolant is leaking 4 Troubleshooting The coolant tank may have been removed during ma chine operation Automatic correction may not have been performed Automatic correction may have been cancelled before it could finish Automatic correction may not have been performed after updating the firm ware to a version that re quired automatic correc tion to be performed again The versions of VPanel and the machine s firmware may not match Fluid may be leaking inside the machine Action 1 Correctly attach the coolant tank You have to push the coolant tank until you fe
55. ion button Resume milling If the error occurred outside of milling Close the front cover and then press and hold the built in panel s operation button This will clear the error Error number Message Situation error cause 1021 0000 1022 0000 The milling bur is too short The milling bur is not found The milling bur in use might not be a dedicated product The milling bur might be bent or the holder might be out of position The milling bur has not been set or it may have been mounted on an incor rect stocker number The ATC magazine or the milling bur might be dirty There is a possibility that the ATC magazine is out of position There is a possibility that the spindle unit is defec tive Responding to Error Messages Action 1 Set the correct milling bur in the stocker 2 If the error occurred during milling Close the front cover and press the built in panel s operation button Resume milling If the error occurred outside of milling Close the front cover and then press and hold the built in panel s operation button This will clear the error 1 Replace the milling bur with a new one 2 If the error occurred during milling Close the front cover and press the built in panel s operation button Resume milling If the error occurred outside of milling Close the front cover and then press and hold the built in panel s operation button This will clear the error 1 S
56. layed in the task tray gt Initial setting Checked Displays the VPanel version and the firmware of connected machines the machine selected in the top window when more than one machine is connected VPanel Window Maintenance Tab In this tab you can perform operations related to maintenance including automatic correction of the milling machine and system reporting When more than one machine is connected the machine selected in the top window becomes the target for the operations Settings Maintenance Mail Daily maintenance C Spindle Work time OhOm Milling bur change test Spindle run in short Detection pin maintenance Spindle run in long Emergency release Correction See Report Automatic correction Coolant i System report Manual correction Work time h m Reset Error log iii Drain coolant Save file Default lt gt Cleaning Packing Cancel Daily maintenance Perform collet and spindle maintenance before starting daily operations gt P 23 STEP 0 Spindle Run In Short Correction Perform corrections to correct the rotary axis position You can usually use Automatic correction gt P 39 Milling Machine Correction P 11 Manual correction Dialog Box Move Move the spindle unit and rotary axis This function is used for cleaning and when repacking the machine gt P 34 Cleaning after Milling Finishes P 59 Attaching the Retainers ATC Perform operation tests maintena
57. ling there will be coolant on the product Using the product as is may cause an inflammation or the like Continue on to P 28 Following Daily Operations 26 2 Milling Starting Milling Aborting Output Procedure In the top window of VPanel select BUSY A SE Se speed 10000 rpm the machine for which output will be e Milling bur number 1 aa DWX 4W Copy 1 Elapsed time 00h12m34s a b O rt e d File Click x j Sample prn 2897KB 3603KB The message shown in the figure will be displayed To abort output click OK Click Cancel to not abort the output CAUTION Do not insert your hands or other objects into the machine or look into the inside of the machine with the front cover open until the spindle has come to a complete stop If you open the front cover before the spindle comes to a complete stop an emer gency stop will occur Due to inertia the spindle will continue to rotate even after an emergency stop has occurred It is dangerous to touch a rotating tool Also the coolant continues to flow until the spindle comes to a complete stop Coming into contact with sprayed coolant may be hazardous to your health Deleting Standby Milling Data Procedure In the top window of VPanel select the machine that has the milling data that you want to delete Inthe output list right click the milling data that you want to delete and then click Cancel You can only delete
58. lling Machine Correction If the error occurs again even after you replace the collet replace the spindle unit After you replace the spindle unit correct the milling machine P 49 Replacing the Spindle Unit P 39 Milling Machine Correction 4 Troubleshooting 77 78 Responding to Error Messages Error number Message Situation error cause 101E 0000 The milling bur might be broken 101F 0000 The milling bur chucking has slipped out 1020 0000 The milling bur is too long 4 Troubleshooting The milling bur might be broken The milling bur might be out of position The inside of the collet might be dirty The collet may have worn out The milling bur holder might be out of position The milling bur might have been shortened due to wear The inside of the collet might be dirty The collet may have worn out The milling bur in use might not be a dedicated product The milling bur holder might be out of position Action 1 Press and hold the button on the machine to clear the error 2 If the milling bur is broken or if it is out of position replace it with a new milling bur 3 The milling conditions may be excessively strict so review them 4 If the error occurs even after you review the milling conditions perform collet maintenance Carefully clean the inside of the collet P 23 STEP 0 Spindle Run In Short If the error occurs again even after you perform
59. mation x See details Follow the on screen instructions to proceed with the installation When the installation finishes click on the setup menu Remove the Roland Software Package CD Turn on the power to the machine S000 Connect the machine to the computer using the USB cable gt If connecting more than one unit of this machine to a single computer refer to Setup Guide Connecting Multiple Units gt For the USB cable use the included cable gt Do not use a USB hub Connection may not be possible The driver will be installed automatically 72 4 Troubleshooting Installation Problems Installing the Software and the Electronic Manual Separately Procedure Log on to Windows as an Administrator Insert the Roland Software Package CD into the CD ROM drive of the computer When the automatic playback window appears click Run menu exe If a User Account Control window appears click Allow or Yes and continue with the installation The setup menu screen appears automatically Ex m a Click Custom Install for the DWX 4W Software DWX 4VW Software Install DWX 4W Software Click Install for VPanel or Manual Windows Driver Install Readme Manua Follow the on screen instructions to proceed with the installation When the installation finishes click on the setup menu Remove the Roland Software Package CD With this machin
60. n and click View devices and printers 15 If you can see the icon of the machine to remove right click it and click Remove device When using the CD ROM specify the folder as shown below This is assuming your CD ROM drive is the D drive D Drivers WIN8X64 64 bit versions D Drivers WIN8X86 32 bit versions If you re not using the Roland Software Package CD go to Roland DG Corporation s special website Easy Shape http www rolandeasyshape com and download the driver for the machine you want to remove and then specify the folder where you want to extract the downloaded file Windows Vista 7 If the driver is uninstalled without following the procedure given below there is a possibility that it might not be able to be re installed 1 Before you start uninstallation of the driver unplug the USB cables from your computer 2 Log on to Windows as an administrator 3 From the Start menu click Control Panel Click Uninstall a program 4 Select the driver of the machine to remove by clicking it and then click Uninstall 5 The following removal confirmation message will appear Click Yes 6 From the Start menu choose All Programs then Accessories then Run and then click Browse 7 Choose the name of the drive or folder where the driver is located 8 Select SETUP64 EXE 64 bit version or SETUP EXE 32 bit version and click Open and then click OK 9 The User Account Control window will a
61. nce and other tasks that use the ATC magazine If the milling bur is caught on the workpiece and the machine has stopped you can forcibly release the milling bur by clicking Emergency release enabled when the power is on with the front cover open gt P 45 Milling Bur Change Test P 36 Care of the Dummy Pin for Milling Coolant Use this function to reset the coolant work time and to drain all of the coolant inside the machine gt P 55 Draining the Coolant Lines Spindle Displays the total work time of the spindle and can be used for long term spindle management such as run in when the spindle has not been used for a long time gt P 57 Spindle Run In Long Report You can use these buttons to create reports such as machine system reports including firmware version and total operating hours and error reports The various reports can be saved as files 1 Operation Screen VPanel Window Mail Tab In this tab you can configure the settings so that you receive a notification e mail when milling has finished when an error has occurred or when maintenance has finished When more than one machine is connected all of the machines become the targets for the settings Settings Maintenance Mail Recerver address Sender address Server host name Server port number 465 Use SSL connection Use SMTP authentication User name Password Send test Check Use mail notification to enter each item For information
62. nnenr 28 Collet Maintenance Luuarveqrsnmmmnremdnniv vngeidaisunmidd 28 14 Using Reading the Built In Panel Using Reading the Built In Panel ERROR O O POWER Q PAUSE O O CANCEL POWER This lights up when the power is turned on Illuminates when operation is paused Flashes when operation is ongoing from the point when PAUSE i a ie the operation button is pressed during milling to the point when operation is paused ERROR Flashes when an error has occurred CANCEL Flashes when data is being cancelled and during initialization Milling data received while this light is flashing will be cancelled f Pressing this button during milling will pause or restart the machine Operation button Pressing and holding this button during milling will abort milling or clear some errors Pressing this button in standby will rotate the rotary axis position 180 degrees The button will flash during initialization spindle head or rotary axis operation spindle rotation and maintenance operation The button will illuminate under any other status while the power is on Statuses Indicated by Status Light Color 22 3 Va AS Status light Elen u O D Initialization is in progress or the machine is in the standby status In the standby status the color will change to white when the front cover is opened pine In the standby status if no operation is initiated within 5 minutes the ma
63. nsnsenesessenesessensssenesesseneseenessesen 17 PENT 17 Preparing Compressed Air Setting the Regulator esssssessesersrsenessrnsssrsenessenenersrnenssnessnseneseeneneseesenssseneseeneneseenessesen 17 Filling the Coolant Tank Replacing the COOlAI 0 sicssessacesadssevaasonsanesocssnsnnedtinnssvnencessnensesonensadeonesaneavosanesvsooereanvesnooeaveonnnedaven 18 SET MA 23 MP NNN NN 23 STEP 0 Spindle RR SO vvs ene 23 STEP 1 NVE 24 STEP 2 Outputing Miling Data sesssassua a NR 25 FN 018 gill gle OUO E e EE EE O E eet es eee 27 Deleting Standby Milling EE EE EA 27 Following Daily Operations cic sczccsgsecnaysonnesaancupcaccbadasdicendacuanesabedinoamadadecindmed snenexelnenddaadaeneaaaddueanadice 28 NNN 28 Sv MANNEN NCE Lapeer Ede A AN smadret 32 Maintenance PFC CAUTIONS oisiedtcecesieetennocautcrecieacenstiecestbselsencusit gaaibecuned nnddenionsedud nodesSnaudeeenedapteciiecesausieant 33 Mannan EEE EE E EN EE RE REN 33 BEG EEE EEE RE 34 Cleaning after Milling Finishes Java 34 Care of the Dummy Pin for Milling sssseessssesssseesssseesseesssseessseesssseesssseessseesnseeenseeeosseeosseeonssersnsseessseessseresseerosseessseesssserssssresss 36 Periodic Care and Maintenance exe cccesiedececweciccedseencadace gunudanncadaeawacendunedceneccapeebinsatbuceedeaevedenmasextel 38 Cleaning the Waterproof Plate ses esesseesssseessseesssseesseeeosseessseesssseesssseeonseessseresseeeosseeosseeossseesssseesssseosseeesseeeosseeossses
64. on the input fields see the table below The recipient s e mail address You can input more than one address by separating Receiver address with a comma The e mail address used for the computer that is currently used to configure VPanel Sender address settings This becomes the sender s e mail address The address must be one that can send e mails via the outgoing server mentioned below The outgoing e mail server name SMTP server name of the e mail software used Server host name on the computer that is currently used to configure VPanel settings The outgoing e mail server port number of the e mail software used on the com Server port number puter that is currently used to configure VPanel settings Check to use a security protected connection SSL Configure the settings accord Use SSL connection ing to the e mail software being used or Check to use authentication when sending e mails Input the user name and pass Use SMTP authentication ae word for authentication Configure the settings according to the e mail software User name Password being used Click Send test to perform a sending test If an e mail with the following data is received at the address specified in Receiver address configuration of the settings is complete Subject lt Machine name gt Body Test Ifthe e mail fails to send the Windows Script Host error window will be displayed Check the content in the input fields again Important It
65. ontinue Due to an Error Occurring 68 Water Is Leaking from the Front COver rrraranranrnnannnrnnnernnnennn 68 Milling Quality Pr blems suserssasesnape ve 69 The Milling Results Are Not Attractive rrrarrrrnrrrarrrarrrnrnnnnn 69 There Is a Line of Level Difference in the Milling Results 69 The Dimensions of the Milling Results Do Not Match 69 Chipping Edges of Milling Products Become Chipped Occurs 70 A Hole Opens in the Milling Results rrnrrrnrnnrrnrnnnrvrnnnrnrnnnnnn 70 Installation ProblemS cccsucscmasateosestcqtetiantesetactsutesmetanetsonianness 11 Installing the Driver Separately ccccccssseccesseeeseeeeesseaees 71 Installing the Software and the Electronic Manual Separately 73 Driver Installation Is Impossible rrrarrrorrrrarrrnrrrnrrrnnrnnnnrvnnnnnn 13 Uninstalling the DAVEN wcicesiccianiessnesssimesavancnicnnaiieteninsasandedantaianensiens 75 Uninstalling VP ANC licnecccimvianaiesiaiuanstantaraccavaneniaieddenesadeetaianbonebnaine 76 Responding to Error WIESSAGES ua ciesecueninerahasemdecdanscoes 77 Machine Problems The Machine Does Not Run Cannot Generate Output Is the front cover open Keep the front cover closed during startup For safety initialization is not performed when the cover is open at startup Is anything caught on the spindle unit or rotary axis unit Temporarily turn
66. pin for correction with the dummy pin for milling Show VPanel P 5 Displaying VPanel READY A DWX 4W HOFF DWX 4W Copy 1 Ready Spindle speed 0 rpm Milling bur number D Progress Q set Daily FTIGILENGNGE Spindle run in short Correction Automatic correction Manual correction Move Default lt gt Cleaning Packing ATC Collet maintenance 2 ZZ Detection pin maintenance Emergency release Coolant Work time Spindle Work time OhOm Spindle run in long Report System report 11h14m Reset Error log Drain coolant Save file The detection pin will be returned to the stocker 44 3 Maintenance Clean the detection pin in reference to the User s Manual Select a machine to operate Click the radio button to the left of the name of the machine to operate Click in the top window The Settings screen will appear Click the Maintenance tab Click Detection pin maintenance Click OK The window shown in the figure appears auto matically Open the front cover and remove the detection pin for correction Periodic Care and Maintenance Set the dummy pin for milling in the ATC magazine s D stocker
67. ppear Click Allow 10 The setup program for the driver starts 11 Click Uninstall to choose it Select the machine to remove and click Start 12 If it is necessary to restart your computer a window prompting you to restart will appear Click Yes 13 The uninstallation will be finished after the computer restarts When using the CD ROM specify the folder as shown below This is assuming your CD ROM drive is the D drive lt lt Windows Vista gt gt D Drivers WINVISTAX64 64 bit versions D Drivers WINVISTAX86 32 bit versions lt lt Windows 7 gt gt D Drivers WIN7X64 64 bit versions D Drivers WIN7X86 32 bit versions If you re not using the Roland Software Package CD go to Roland DG Corporation s special website Easy Shape http www rolandeasyshape com and download the driver for the machine you want to remove and then specify the folder where you want to extract the downloaded file 4 Troubleshooting 75 Installation Problems Uninstalling VPanel Windows 8 8 1 1 Exit VPanel Right click am VPanel icon in the task tray and select Exit 2 On the desktop point to the lower right corner of the screen to display the charms and click Settings 3 Click Control Panel and then click Uninstall a program 4 Select Roland VPanel for DWX 4W and click Uninstall 5 Follow the on screen instructions to uninstall Windows Vista 7 1 Exit VPanel Right click am VPanel icon in the ta
68. red Spindle speed 0 rpm Milling bur number D Progress Details READY Milling data can be received OFF The power of the milling machine is off BUSY Operation is in progress ERROR An error has occurred PAUSE Operation is paused COVER The front cover is open Displays the ID and name of a connected machine The IDs of machines with the power turned off are shown with If you click the name of a connected milling machine the status light of the milling machine will flash This enables you to check the connected machines when multiple machines are connected to the computer Displays the operation status spindle speed milling time etc The information displayed is for the machine that has the radio button to the left of the name selected the machine for which the round button to the left of its name displays a dot Used when outputting or cancelling milling data P 25 STEP 2 Outputting Milling Data Used to select or register a milling bur for which you want to control the work time P 12 Milling bur management Dialog Box Display the settings window P 8 Settings Tab P 9 Maintenance Tab P 10 Mail Tab Displays the data being milled and the data awaiting processing Also displays the milling progress 1 Operation Screen VPanel Window Settings Tab In this tab you can configure the VPanel auto startup settings settings related to the NC code and other settings Wh
69. rrent leakage Fill with coolant P 18 Filling the Coolant Tank Replacing the Coolant Return the coolant tank to its original position P 18 Filling the Coolant Tank Replacing the Coolant 3 Maintenance Replacing Consumable Parts Replacing the Collet Recommended Replacement Interval gt When scratches or rust appears on the tapered portion of the collet gt If the collet is deformed The collet is a part that wears out If a large force such as an overload during milling is applied to the collet the collet may have become deformed In such cases it is necessary to replace the collet Contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer to purchase a replacement collet Required Tools Fe Included items Fe item 0 meee Collet replacement jig Collet tap Taper cleaner Collet brush Grease Dry cloth Note Collet replacement should be completed quickly This is because a sufficient amount of compressed air must be supplied while performing the work and if the work is not completed promptly the compressed air supply will be insufficient If the compressed air can no longer be supplied an error will occur which will result in the need to start the operation over from the beginning Procedure Remove the old collet Refer to P 28 Collet Maintenance to remove the old collet Clean the inside of the spindle where contact with the collet is made with the taper cleaner Rotate the t
70. rt is complete Qs Click OK Spindle run in was completed Do not insert your hands or other objects into the machine or look into the inside of the machine with the front cover open until the spindle has come to a complete stop If you open the front cover before the spindle comes to a complete stop an emer gency stop will occur Due to inertia the spindle will continue to rotate even after an emergency stop has occurred It is dangerous to touch a rotating tool Also the coolant continues to flow until the spindle comes to a complete stop Coming into contact with sprayed coolant may be hazardous to your health STEP 1 Mounting the Workpiece Procedure Check that the P 23 STEP 0 Spindle Run In Short procedure is complete lf the power is off close the front cover and turn on the power P 16 Switching the Power On Once initialization completes open the front cover Insert the pin portion of the workpiece into the hole on the rotary axis Align the notch on the base of the workpiece pin with the protrusion on the rotary axis Use a mounting screw to secure the workpiece in place Tighten with a hexagonal screwdriver Close the front cover 2 Milling Starting Milling STEP 2 Outputting Milling Data You can also use commercial CAM software to output milling data For information on compatible CAM software contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer CAUT
71. s not supplied when the power is off Is the regulator properly connected and the pressure settings correctly configured Check the connection If there are no connection problems check whether the regulator scale indicates zero If the set pressure of the regulator is zero compressed air will not be Paz supplied Setup Guide Preparing the Regulator Is the air supply hose bent or flattened If the hose is bent or flattened straighten it to enable the flow of compressed air Automatic Correction Fails Is the automatic correction jig or detection pin dirty Clean away any grime on the automatic correction jig the detection pin or the milling bur sensor tip the side that is in contact with the milling bur Fouling due to buildup of P 39 milling waste or the like on any of these may impede correct sensor operation making correct detection impossible Is the automatic correction jig properly attached Verify that the automatic correction jig is properly attached P 39 The Milling Bur Management Information was Lost Was the machine name printer name changed Milling bur info is saved per machine name printer name Before changing the machine name printer name make sure to record the milling bur info separately Milling
72. sing is displayed under Unspecified 4 Right click the icon of the model you are using and then click Troubleshooting 5 When a screen is displayed with the message Install a driver for this device click Apply this fix 6 If a message is displayed asking you to Set as default printer click Skip this fix 7 If the message Troubleshooting has completed is displayed click Close the troubleshooter If the printer icon for the machine you are using is displayed under Printer the driver has been successfully installed If this does not solve the problem perform the procedure under Windows 7 procedure B Windows 7 procedure B 1 If Found New Hardware appears click Cancel to close it 2 Click the Start menu then right click Computer Click Properties 3 Click Device Manager The User Account Control appears Click Continue Device Manager appears 4 Click Show hidden devices from the View menu 5 In Windows 7 find Other devices in the list and double click it Under the selected item click the name of the model you are using or Unknown device 6 Go to the Action menu and click Uninstall 7 Inthe Confirm Device Uninstall window select Delete the driver software for this device then click OK Close Device Manager 8 Detach the USB cable from the computer and then restart Windows 9 Uninstall the driver Carry out the steps from step 3 on page 63 Uninstalling t
73. sk tray and select Exit 2 From the Start menu click Control Panel and then click Programs and Features 3 Select Roland VPanel for DWX 4W and click Uninstall or Delete 4 Follow the on screen instructions to uninstall 76 4 Troubleshooting Responding to Error Messages This section describes the error messages that may appear on VPanel and how to take action to remedy the problem If the action described here does not correct the problem if an error message not described here appears or if you need to replace a part or an included item such as the collet contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer Error number Message Situation error cause 1 000 1006 1017 0000 101D 0000 The limit switch is not found may be X y Z or A The axis position has been shifted may be X y Z or A The cover is open The milling bur cannot be re leased Operation may be inhibited by milling waste or an ob struction The motor position may have been lost The milling conditions may be excessively strict The front cover was opened during spindle rotation For safety the machine comes to an emergency stop if the front cover is opened while the spindle is rotating The returning of the milling bur failed The cause may be dirt inside the collet or on the ATC magazine or damage or deformation of the collet The collet and milling bur
74. ssserossseesss 38 MING Machine CUO EE ET EE 39 Miling Bur Change EE EE EE RR RAR ee rie eae 45 Filling the Coolant Tank Replacing the Coolant s ssssessseesseessseesseesssessseeosseesseossseosseeossesnseesseesseeosserosseesseosserossersseesss 46 Care and Storage of the Automatic Correction Jig ssseesssseesssseessseessseeesseesosserossecosssersnsseessseeosseresseerosseeosseeossserosssresss 47 Care ofthe Reg lator BOWlsssssspisnssnoninsnaronin orarin iror EE EE i 47 Replacing Consumable PANS sasicississcasesanorsesmaccsadariceusascadnimstauddsoasnmstsanvetddsidecdapissidainntgutoedeninesincnds 49 Replacing the Spindle Unit ccs rv 49 Milling Bur SEE EEE aserra rssse snu conna rov s e rsrsrsr rossano sieis 49 Replacing the Coolant Tank Filter EEE NE ER 49 FUN 53 Extended Periods of Non Use Moving the Machine rrnrnnnnnnnnnnnnnrnnnnnrnnnnnnnnnnnnrnnnennnnnennnnssen 55 Draining the Coolant UNES pr 55 EEE 57 Attaching the EEE EN EE 59 4 OUDS NOON NE 64 Machine WON EEE EEE 65 The Machine Does Not Run Cannot Generate Output srsesesersrsssenerersrssnensssesensnensssesenssersrssnsnesessessnenessssenensnssesensnene 65 The Operation Button Does Not Respond mesersrsrnensrsrnenenersrsenenenersrnsnenenersensnensssesensnensssesenssensensnensnessensnsnessesensnsnessesenenene 65 VPanel Does Not RECOGNIZE the Machine ccssessssesnsesessavessesnvastasnosdonvosavenvedsneddaossscesoabevsndensdensaensenveb nivosoneddt
75. standby milling data milling data that is second from the top or lower in the output list BUSY A DWX 4W Elapsed time 00h12m34s File Progress Sample prn 2940KB 3603KB OKB 3603KB 2 Milling 27 Following Daily Operations Collet Maintenance Be sure to perform the following tasks after daily operations These tasks are necessary for maintaining a favorable machine condition and for ensuring a high level of product quality If these tasks are not executed a message prompting operation will be displayed in VPanel Required Tools oy Included items y Ero gg item Collet replacement jig Collet tap Taper cleaner Collet brush Grease Dry cloth Note Collet maintenance should be completed quickly This is because a sufficient amount of compressed air must be supplied while performing the work and if the work is not completed promptly the compressed air supply will be insufficient If the compressed air can no longer be supplied an error will occur which will result in the need to start the operation over from the beginning 1 Remove the collet Show VPanel P 5 Displaying VPanel Select a machine to operate EE A wxw Eee Click the radio button to the left of the name of OFF DWX 4W Copy 1 Milling bur number D the machine to operate Click in the top window The Settings screen will appear Click the Maintenance tab saf
76. stop If you open the front cover before the spindle comes to a complete stop an emer gency stop will occur Due to inertia the spindle will continue to rotate even after an emergency stop has occurred It is dangerous to touch a rotating tool Also the coolant continues to flow until the spindle comes to a complete stop Coming into contact with sprayed coolant may be hazardous to your health Extended Periods of Non Use Moving the Machine Attaching the Retainers Situations Requiring This Work gt When moving the machine Attach the retainers to protect the machine from vibration during shipment Required Tools Commercially available item Securing tape Attaching the Retainers IMPORTANT Make sure to drain all coolant lines before installing the retainers P 55 Draining the Coolant Lines I Move the position of the spindle head Close the front cover and turn on the power Show VPanel P 5 Displaying VPanel ER gt Select a machine to operate A DWX 4 Rea i o ode pe Click the radio button to the left of the name of OFF DWX 4W Copy 1 g the machine to operate Click in the top window The Settings screen will appear 3 Maintenance 59 Extended Periods of Non Use Moving the Machine Click the Maintenance tab safe vem Click Packing ee ATC The spindle will move Collet maintenance Milling bur change test Work time
77. t a machine to operate Click the radio button to the left of the name of the machine to operate Click in the top window The Settings screen will appear Periodic Care and Maintenance Click the Maintenance tab san vanene T a Click Automatic correction Daily maintenance ATC Spindle OhOm Spindle run in short Detection pin maintenance Spindle run in long Emergency release Report Coolant System report Work time yst 11h14m Reset Error log Drain coolant Save file Default lt gt Cleaning Packing Cancel The window shown in the figure appears auto 1 Clean up dry off the detection pin and all the detection points m at l C a ly in reference to the User s Manual re Make sure that the work displayed Automatic correction will be started approx 7 min O n th e S C re e n j S CO m p ete 3 Click OK Automatic correction starts Automatic correction is complete once the mes sage in the figure is displayed DWX 4W Click OK Automatic correction was completed Remove the automatic correction jig To check whether the following symptoms have been improved actually output milling data gt When the milling position is misaligned gt When symptoms such as a line of level difference or a hole in the Z direction occurs in the milling results P 23 Starting Milling 3 Maintenance 43 Periodic Care and Maintenance 3 Replace the detection
78. tart the program from the Windows Start screen or the Start menu Starting from the Windows Start screen or Start menu Windows 8 1 Click on the Start screen and from the Apps screen click the VPanel for DWX 4W icon under Roland DWX 4W1 Windows 8 Right click the background in the Start screen to display the app bar and then click All Apps Click the VPanel for DWX 4W icon under Roland DWX 4W Windows Vista 7 From the Start menu click All Programs or Program then Roland DWX 4W Then click VPanel for DWX 4W VPanel serves as resident software VPanel works as resident software that is constantly working to manage the milling machine send e mails and so on It is recommended to configure the settings so that VPanel starts automatically when the computer starts P 8 Settings Tab Also clicking in the upper right corner of the window will cause the window to disappear from the screen but the program will not be exited While VPanel is running am is constantly displayed in the task tray E mails are sent to notify of milling completion or errors that occur P 10 Mail Tab 1 Operation Screen D Displaying or Exiting VPanel VPanel Display in the Task Tray When the VPanel icon is displayed in the task tray the status of a connected milling machine is always monitored The display of the VPanel icon changes depending on the status of the milling machine The meanings
79. the above operations the collet may have worn out leading to a decrease in its retention capabilities Replace the collet with a new one After you replace the collet correct the milling machine P 53 Replacing the Collet P 39 Milling Machine Correction 1 Follow the messages displayed in VPanel to forc ibly release the milling bur 2 If the milling bur has been shortened due to wear or if the holder is out of position replace the milling bur 3 The milling conditions may be excessively strict so review them 4 If the error occurs even after you review the milling conditions perform collet maintenance Carefully clean the inside of the collet P 23 STEP 0 Spindle Run In Short If the error occurs again even after you perform the above operations the collet may have worn out Replace the collet with a new one After you replace the collet correct the milling machine P 53 Replacing the Collet P 39 Milling Machine Correction 1 Set the correct milling bur in the stocker 2 If the error occurred during milling Close the front cover and press the built in panel s operation button Resume milling If the error occurred outside of milling Close the front cover and then press and hold the built in panel s operation button This will clear the error 1 Replace the milling bur with a new one 2 If the error occurred during milling Close the front cover and press the built in panel s operat
80. the collet naturally comes free Due to the pressure of the compressed air the collet may be forcefully pushed out when it comes free Gently support the collet with your hand so that the collet does not fall out 2 Milling 29 30 Following Daily Operations 2 Clean the inside of the spindle and the collet 2 Milling Collet Collet replacement jig Collet tap e Clean the inside of the spindle where contact with the collet is made with the taper cleaner Rotate the taper cleaner left and right as if you are brushing the inner portion of the spindle Wipe the outer portion of the collet with a clean dry cloth Do not hold the tapered portion tightly This part being deformed may result in malfunctions Clean the inner portion of the collet with the collet brush Rotate the collet brush left and right as if you are brushing the inner portion of the collet Lightly apply grease to the tapered portion on the outside of the collet A thin application is sufficient Do not apply excessively Assemble the collet collet replacement jig and collet tap as shown in the figure and then insert this assembly into the spindle Following Daily Operations While gently pressing the collet tap up into the hole rotate the collet replacement jig in the direction indicated in the figure to tighten the collet Keep rotating until the collet replacement jig will not rotate any more The collet
81. the front cover Exercise caution when cleaning Procedure Show VPanel P 5 Displaying VPanel READY A DWx 4w OFF DWX 4W Copy 1 Dany maintenance Collet maintenance Spindle run in short Correction Automatic correction Manual correction 2 Mave Default lt gt Cleaning Packing 34 3 Maintenance e Spindle speed 0 rpm Milling bur number ATC Milling bur change test Detection pin maintenance Emergency release Coolant Work time 11h14m Reset Drain coolant Spindle Work time OhOm Spindle run in long Report System report Error log Save file Cancel Select a machine to operate Click the radio button to the left of the name of the machine to operate Click in the top window The Settings screen will appear Click the Maintenance tab Click Default lt gt Cleaning Daily Care Clean the milling bur and the inside of the machine In particular carefully clean the portions shown in the following figures Click Default lt gt Cleaning as necessary for each cleaning location Clicking this will cause the spindle head to move Important When clicking Default lt gt Cleaning it s necessary to close the front cover beforehand Inside the machine ml Part to be wiped Milling bur 3 Maintenance 35 Daily Care Care of the Dummy Pin for Milling Procedure Show VPanel P 5
82. the power 2 Check the milling bur the workpiece and the CAM settings as well as the shape specified in the milling data 3 Allow the machine to rest for some time before turning the power on because the motor may have overheated If there are no problems with the milling bur work piece or milling conditions the spindle unit may be defective Replace the spindle unit with a new one After you replace the spindle unit correct the milling machine P 49 Replacing the Spindle Unit P 39 Milling Machine Correction Turn off the power and contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation dealer 1 Press and hold the operation button on the built in panel This will clear the error 2 Check the milling data Error number Message Situation error cause 1039 0000 1033 0000 The pressure of the compressed air is too high or low The coolant has run out It is possible that the com pressed air is not being supplied or that the regu lator settings have been incorrectly configured Even though the com pressed air is set to the appropriate pressure 0 6 MPa to 0 8 MPa if an er ror message is displayed the pressure might have decreased temporarily The regulator or other parts may be defective There may be no coolant in the tank There may not be enough coolant in the tank The filter or the lines may be clogged The coolant pump or sen sor may be defective Responding to Error
83. tings CAM settings prolonged use or relocating the machine which can affect milling results Perform automatic correction If expected oS Is the machine out of correction results cannot be obtained even after performing automatic i correction perform manual correction With manual correction changing the Z value in the direction in Origin point may improve the situation o Strict milling conditions may affect milling results Review the Are the milling conditions too strict E T 3 CAM milling conditions Is the thickness specified in the milling The finish thickness of milled products needs to be 0 8 mm or The origin point may become out of position due to data excessively thin more Check the thickness specified in the milling data 70 4 Troubleshooting Installation Problems Installing the Driver Separately With this machine you can also install the driver software and electronic format manual all at once To install all at once see Setup Guide Installing the Software Procedure Before installation confirm that the machine and the computer are not connected with the USB cable Log on to Windows as an Administrator Insert the Roland Software Package CD into the CD ROM drive of the computer When the automatic playback window appears click Run menu exe If a User A
84. ully wipe away any fluid or milling waste Operating the machine with fluid or milling waste present may cause malfunction or breakdown gt Never install in an environment where silicone substances oil grease spray etc are present Doing so may cause poor switch contact Do not turn the power off during the following operations or stop work before the opera tion is complete gt Automatic correction P 39 gt Milling bur change test P 45 gt Detection pin maintenance P 36 gt When the machine is operating after you click the Emergency release button P 9 If you turn the power off during these operations or stop work before the operation is complete the spindle unit may be in a state where it does not hold anything the milling bur and detection pin may also be in states where they do not hold anything Note that the machine may malfunction in this state 3 Maintenance 33 Daily Care Cleaning after Milling Finishes After milling finishes clean inside the machine with a dry cloth Carefully wipe around the spindle head and the rotary axis parts shown in the following figure as fluid and milling waste in these areas may affect milling results CAUTION Use a dry cloth to clean the inside of the equipment Failure to do so may cause the components inside the equipment to degrade which can lead to injury CAUTION Be careful of the pointed portion inside the front cover There is a pointed portion inside
85. y maintenance ATC Spindle 2 OhOm Spindle run in short Detection pin maintenance Spindle run in long Emergency release Correction Report Automatic correction Conti System report Work time yst po Manual correction OhOm Reset Error log NE Drain coolant Save file Default lt gt Cleaning Packing 3 Maintenance 58 Extended Periods of Non Use Moving the Machine CAUTION 3 Maintenance Remove the followings amp 1 Workpiece 2 Automatic correction jig Spindle run in approx 19 min Cancel 1 Rotate the spindle 10 times by hand 2 Close the cover Spindle run in will be started automatically DWxX 4W Spindle run in was completed If a workpiece or the automatic cor rection jig is attached Remove the workpiece or the auto matic correction jig close the front cover and then click OK If no workpiece or automatic correc tion jig is attached Click OK Open the front cover Spin the spindle around 10 times in either direction by hand Close the front cover Spindle run in will begin The machine status light will flash blue The re maining work time will be displayed on VPanel When the message shown in the figure appears the spindle run in long is complete Click OK Do not insert your hands or other objects into the machine or look into the inside of the machine with the front cover open until the spindle has come to a complete

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