8 operation mode available in CNC machine,Operation mode is as follows:
Operation Mode show in Picture above
Auto (Memory) Mode: Auto Mode is also called Memory Mode. Automatic operation of part program selected from program files registered in control’s program directory.
Edit Mode: Edit mode enables entering and editing of part programs stored in control’s part program directory. Part programs stored on optional Data Server or memory card inserted in PCMCIA card slot are not available for editing. Programs must be edited before loading to storage media.
MDI (Manual Data Input) Mode: MDI mode is used for simple test operation. In the MDI mode, operator can create and execute a program consisting up to 10 lines from the MDI panel, which is in the same format as the normal program.
Remote Mode: Remote mode is also called DNC mode. In the mode, it is possible to perform machining while a program is being read in via reader/puncher interface, or remote buffer. Operator can, also, perform machining with execution of the program in the memory card, which is installed in the memory card interface located on the left side of the screen.
Reference Return Mode: Reference Return gives an opportunity to return all the axes to the machine zero position.
Jog Mode: In the continuous jog mode, pressing the direction switch on the operator’s panel moves the tool along with the selected axes in the selected direction.
INC JOG (Incremental Jog Feed) Mode: In the incremental mode, pressing a feed axis and direction selection switch on the machine operator’s panel moves the tool one step along the selected axis in the selected direction.2.3.8
Handle (MPG) Mode: In the handle mode, operator can move the axes by rotating the manual pulse generator on the operator’s pane