
35. PERSONAL COMPUTER
FUNCTION
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PERSONAL COMPUTER FUNCTION
The machine tool builder can connect a CNC and personal computer to
incorporate a high–level man–machine interface, such as conversational
automatic programming or conversational operation, that makes the most
use of machine tool builder’s know–how.
The following types of OPEN CNCs are available:
D 160i/180i/210i
CNC display unit with the PC functions that is connected via the
high–speed serial bus
D 160is/180is/210is (using the built–in personal computer function)
WindowsRCE personal computer function that is built into the CNC
printed circuit board, combined with a 10.4” color LCD
D 160is/180is/210is (using the stand–alone personal computer function)
CNC display unit for the is series CNC connected via the high–speed
serial bus
A commercially available IBM PC–compatible personal computer can
also be connected via the high–speed serial bus.