Hope the replacement works out and you resolves the freezing issues.
If not, then post back and include the AS and SV revisions, I may have later versions that could be worth installing......Only if the freezing is still evident...
Hope the replacement works out and you resolves the freezing issues.
If not, then post back and include the AS and SV revisions, I may have later versions that could be worth installing......Only if the freezing is still evident...
1997......Nice...…………
Always puts a smile on my face that >20 years and still going.
Yes, CF adapter will suffice, main thing is the CF size that's all as there is no other way of getting the software onto the MFP.
Check your 'conversation' you should have the docs, if not let me know...……..
QuoteThe others are grinding and polishing units out of Italy.
I suspect these will probably have been supplied by Tiesse, they are a huge distributor of Kawasaki Robotics out of Italy.
Thanks for the additional information its all relevant.
The MFP software has to be compatible with the version of AS you have, otherwise you normally just see a keyboard displayed during bootup.
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Original unit shows T04E2T2J replacement shows T3010K7E.
I have the T04E2T2J firmware available, so you should be able to load that up to the replacement, making it compatible.
However, this can only be done using a PCMCIA card I mentioned.....and the size limitation is a must on the older C Controllers, they very early versions only accepted a max 1MB (SRAM which contained its own replaceable battery).
I will send you a zipped up file via 'conversation' with the full procedures and the version outlined above.
Just copy the MFP folder contents to your PCMCIA card and follow the very first part of the procedure for only loading teach pendant software, very important you have teach lock on and the tricky bit is the 4 corner touching, especially if you have Gorilla fingers like me or dead corners on the touch screen.
Make sure to create a full file save before you do this just in case of problems.
Let me know if you have any issues.
G'day and welcome to the forum...….
Wow, you're working with some dated kit there......still, nice to hear JS10 and A Controller are still going.
- Not that it matters, what is the manufacture date on those, would you know?
QuoteOne of the C Controller Multi-Function Displays has an intermittent issue and becomes completely non-reactive on occasion.
I have found another MFD but when connected shows only a keyboard and ‘Software Version Mismatch’.
Can you provide some further information:
1. Have you checked the interface cabling between MFP and Controller including pin bent
2. Do these C Controllers print messages to the screen as part of the normal process.
3. Do they have ethernet communications associated with them.
4. When it freezes, is this at 'random times', 'random screens' or frequently in the same place. (I assume a reboot clears the freezing for a period).
5. Do you have access to full file saves, and are in a position where you know how to upload and download.
6. Do you have access to PCMCIA Cards (max size 32Mb - yes max 32Mb, but possibly 16Mb max).
7. I assume that other than the freezing issue, you are not experiencing any other issues.
I always assumed work deviation patterns were only applicable with BLOCK instructions (please correct me,someone if I'm wrong).
AS uses XAC and you use that command to move to the target, and upon detection, teaches the new target instruction location - therefore creating your 'psuedo' pattern as required.
- At the time we are teaching the robot the welding path points ; How we can inform the robot that following touch points are the references for future welding ?
XAC taught_pos, detect_pos, dist_to_chk,spd_of_chk.
LDEPART 100
LWS detect_pos ; will move to the detected position and commence weld.
- Assuming that we have changed the work piece by new one & touch sensing performed by the robot ; How we can get the corrected points (Transnational or Joints) or the deviation values ?
Corrected points are stored as transformation values, therefore by:
POINT taught_pos+pos_diff=detect_pos
Will result in the values of pos_diff being the difference between taught_pos and detect_pos
You could then decompose the pos_diff values to convert them to real values if required.
- In the ARC welding Manual we found the instructions of RARCWMDP , #GET_ARC_WMDP & #ARC_WMCV but we don't know how to use them to save reference touch points and to get the deviation for every new workpeice .
These are new to me and also only in the latest manual, I have tried them in KROSET and get no errors, but the results I can't quite get my head around.
I suspect they are intended to obtain deviation values when used in conjunction with BLOCK.....but I am completely guessing.
This I think you could do with contacting Kawasaki about to confirm the function and application of these.
I've just been using my tablet with Duaro in Lite mode (just a quick comms test and checking motion) and all appears to be working, haven't tried any programs as such though, but I think from a 'familiarisation' perspective all appears in order.....
You may require to adjust the software version to match the version of the tablet too in order to establish comms…..
It's quite surreal actually moving a virtual robot on a PC using a tablet as it's very responsive indeed.
I can see people spending hours on this for sure...…
Hope you can get the trial sorted, but in the interim, the Lite mode will give you some usability at least...
I had a feeling this was the case, but without myself having a 'trial license', I couldn't be 100%.
An oversight on Kawasaki's part.....still, if you can give them the feedback, I am sure they will rectify it.
In Lite mode, there are many limitations (which are usually directed to the KROSET Cell environment), it maybe you can use the Lite version to at least have a play around with some of the functionality.
Duaro is designed to be used via a tablet (which requires the correct app to be installed) and I know KROSET does have the availability for you to use the tablet in conjunction with KROSET and configured network(s) of your tablet/local machine to control the Duaro in KROSET via your tablet.
However, I have never tested it in Lite mode whether it hooks up or not, but the options all appear to be there including all the standard built in programs to communicate, so I should think it'll work just fine.
If I get sometime, I think I'll try it out now you've raised the question and let you know...….
Yes, you are on a newer version.
I have just installed the same version as you, and have Handling (Special) as an application to select the Duaro.
I notice you are using a 'trail license' though, I myself use a fully licensed USB which includes the Duaro application.
I suspect your 'trial license' may not include Duaro license.
You need to speak to your Kawasaki Rep and ask/confirm whether Durao was included in the trial license file obtained from KHI.
I would be interested to know if this is the case?
If possible, to test my theory.
- If you install KROSET onto another PC (without the trial file obviously), this would make KROSET operate in Lite Mode.
- In this mode, you should have Handling(Special) available, but with limited function.
If in Lite mode, you can, then it proves Trial License does not include Duaro…….
(I have tested this on my newer version in Lite Mode and this is the case).
SkyeFire - Perfect.
panic mode - Totally agree.
I'm preventing myself going into a just by saying:
Copy and pasting, and editing existing code does not make you a programmer either.
Strange...…., your version appears different to mine.
Attached is a screenshot of my help/version information, is yours earlier or later?
If it is later, I suspect Kawasaki may have removed it, and would advise you to contact them and inform them Duaro is missing.
What happens if you select the open robot file option, navigate to the KHi Library, robots, standard and locate the WD model, does that work?
Duaro has been included as standard since version 1.7.2, and the fact it is present in the standard robots folder suggests it is there.
Are you using the 'Lite' version or have you got a trial license or using a USB Key?
Can you post some screenshots of your robot selection process you are attempting?
Have you looked in the Kawasaki/Hisui/Documents folder for the Duaro Handling project manual?
- This is normally installed as standard with KROSET.
- It goes through the setup of this.
- It normally resides in Handling(Special) in the application drop down window when you add a robot.
Kawasaki are not like Fanuc, they encourage full knowledge of their product.
Have a look at the global website for additional contact information:
https://robotics.kawasaki.com/en1/
If you get no joy, then stop off here, there's a wealth if info to hand.
Welcome to the forum...………..
I am in a similar situation to you, except, I know Kawasaki and I'm now venturing into Fanuc.
Many features, setup configurations, and program structures differences indeed to get your head around.
All robots are comparable in that they move from A to B using differing hardware and programming methods.
Main issues are with the word 'comparison'......you should try not to compare to much in the early stages as most of the time you see the 'new equipment wearing negative glasses'.
Treat it as though you are a novice, allow yourself to grasp the fundamental basics then once you have these, then you are in a better position to compare and see the actual 'pros and cons'.
For this reason alone, I would always recommend some form of OEM training to start with.
Even though you know other products, there is no substitute for getting the opportunity to get some hands on, speaking to OEM trainers/staff about comparisons etc and the experience of just how the others do it.
This you would benefit from, especially being able to view and discuss hardware connections and configuration recommendations from an OOBE perspective.
In addition to this, definitely obtain an OLP app (especially OEM specific), this will enable you to quickly get upto speed on Teach Pendant and Programming.
As far as obtaining manuals, tips and hints:
Kawasaki do have a good user support network, I use them a lot.
Today's philosophy is to go on the internet first......leaving OEM Tech support redundant, but I would always go to them first as they are in better position to assist you directly with product related issues, especially with 'novice startup questions' and latest manuals.
Then come to Robot Forum, and get in touch with the 'global community', this is where you be in touch with users from many applications with experience in application of the product and this will then bolster your existing knowledge and also you could provide assistance to others too.
I wish you the best of luck in you knew venture, like I said I am in the same situation with Fanuc and the above is how I am approaching it.
Feel free to pop in and feedback any questions you may have...……..
Do you have any knowledge on this SMove and HomeposRunning reference at all?
I'm not sure to be honest, it does appear to only reference RobotStudio.
I've come across the following link which appears to be on a German sister forum with an attachment.....I assume it is, it's the first time I've seen this...…….
https://www.roboterforum.de/roboter-forum/…im-robotstudio/
I'd be inclined to give Werner Hampel a 'nudge' about this, he may have some insight to it.
Welcome to the forum...……
Please try and refrain from posting the same question across multiple posts, if you cannot find a suitable thread, create a new post instead (I have removed your other post).
The picture you have provided is of a Toyota Spec System.
Which could be a C Controller or S Controller (Looks C52 to me).
Are you looking for information for the pictured Controller, if so, check the rating plate on the front door and lets us know what Model No. it is?
(Attached is your image, I have circled the rating plate)
The E02 Controller (newer release) is not that Controller pictured, it is totally different.
(See attached).
Be interesting if they have that availability, they would also need to generate the respective AS Commands for Fixed Tool Motion which are prefixed with F:
- FTOOL xxxx; to select the Fixed Tool Coordinates.
- FLMOVE, FJMOVE, FLAPPRO, FJAPPRO, FC1MOVE, FC2MOVE, FHERE
There's always KROSET, Kawasaki dedicated OLP which you could use to accomplish this, maybe worth considering perhaps?
I stumbled across the following link regarding Smove:
https://forums.robotstudio.com/discussion/28/smove
Look at Kevin.Behnisch post, the link is dead, but I followed up searching for HomeposRunning and then came across the following link:
https://forums.robotstudio.com/discussion/8708/homeposrunning
The download available there contains some further data, that may be of use.
I've attached the zipped folder just in case that link ever goes dead.
It does appear to be an option on the IRC5 that was included as a training options according to the following link of ABB training calendar back in 2013:
https://library.e.abb.com/public/1c2c285…me_2013_eng.pdf
IRC5 PS-HPR: HomePosRunning
Maybe worth an email off to ABB and see if they are willing to donate some further information.
Hope it helps...…….
Your welcome.
Never experiencing Sprutcam, does this have the capability of Kawasaki support and generating data relative/referencing to the external tool?