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GAGE-CHEK 4000 SW
User’s Manual
English (en)
08/2023
Contents
Contents
1 Fundamentals........................................................................................................................ 9
2 Safety..................................................................................................................................... 15
3 Software Installation.............................................................................................................. 19
4 Basic Operation..................................................................................................................... 25
5 Commissioning...................................................................................................................... 35
6 Setup..................................................................................................................................... 65
7 Measuring.............................................................................................................................. 89
8 Settings.................................................................................................................................. 129
9 What to do if ......................................................................................................................... 145
10 Index...................................................................................................................................... 149
11 List of figures........................................................................................................................ 151
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1 Fundamentals........................................................................................................................ 9
1.1 Overview..................................................................................................................................... 10
1.2 Information about the software.................................................................................................. 10
1.3 Documentation on the product................................................................................................... 10
1.3.1 Applicability of the documentation................................................................................................... 10
1.3.2 Notes on reading the documentation.............................................................................................. 11
1.3.3 Storage and distribution of the documentation............................................................................. 11
1.4 Target groups for the instructions.............................................................................................. 12
1.5 Notes in this documentation...................................................................................................... 12
1.6 Symbols and fonts used for marking text................................................................................... 13
2 Safety..................................................................................................................................... 15
2.1 Overview..................................................................................................................................... 16
2.2 General safety precautions......................................................................................................... 16
2.3 Intended use............................................................................................................................... 16
2.4 Improper use.............................................................................................................................. 16
2.5 Personnel qualification............................................................................................................... 16
2.6 Obligations of the operating company........................................................................................ 17
2.7 General safety precautions......................................................................................................... 17
3 Software Installation.............................................................................................................. 19
3.1 Overview..................................................................................................................................... 20
3.2 System requirements................................................................................................................. 20
3.3 Installation.................................................................................................................................. 20
3.4 Licensing.................................................................................................................................... 21
3.5 Uninstalling GAGE-CHEK 4000 SW............................................................................................. 23
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4 Basic Operation..................................................................................................................... 25
4.1 Overview..................................................................................................................................... 26
4.2 General operating elements and functions................................................................................. 26
4.3 User login and logout................................................................................................................. 27
4.3.1 User login................................................................................................................................................ 28
4.3.2 User logout............................................................................................................................................. 28
4.4 Setting the language.................................................................................................................. 28
4.5 User interface............................................................................................................................. 29
4.5.1 Main menu of the user interface....................................................................................................... 29
4.6 Position display.......................................................................................................................... 30
4.6.1 Operating elements of the position display.................................................................................... 30
4.7 Customizing the workspace....................................................................................................... 30
4.7.1 Hiding and showing the main menu................................................................................................ 30
4.7.2 Hiding or displaying the function bar............................................................................................... 31
4.7.3 Scrolling the function bar.................................................................................................................... 31
4.7.4 Moving functions on the function bar.............................................................................................. 31
4.8 Using the function bar................................................................................................................ 31
4.8.1 Operating elements of the function bar........................................................................................... 31
4.8.2 Function elements................................................................................................................................ 31
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5 Commissioning...................................................................................................................... 35
5.1 Overview..................................................................................................................................... 36
5.2 Logging in for commissioning.................................................................................................... 36
5.2.1 User login................................................................................................................................................ 36
5.2.2 Setting the language............................................................................................................................ 37
5.2.3 Changing the password...................................................................................................................... 37
5.3 Individual steps for commissioning............................................................................................ 38
5.4 Basic settings............................................................................................................................. 39
5.4.1 Configuring the interface to the EIB 700......................................................................................... 39
5.4.2 Connecting the EIB 700....................................................................................................................... 40
5.4.3 Connecting second EIB 700............................................................................................................... 41
5.5 Configuring the axes.................................................................................................................. 41
5.5.1 Configuring Alias assignment for axis names............................................................................... 42
5.5.2 Configuring axes for encoders with EnDat interface.................................................................... 43
5.5.3 Configuring the axes for encoders with a 1VPP or 11 µAPP interface....................................... 45
5.5.4 Performing error compensation........................................................................................................ 48
5.5.5 Reference marks................................................................................................................................... 63
6 Setup..................................................................................................................................... 65
6.1 Overview..................................................................................................................................... 66
6.2 Logging in for setup................................................................................................................... 66
6.2.1 User login................................................................................................................................................ 66
6.2.2 Setting the language............................................................................................................................ 67
6.2.3 Changing the password...................................................................................................................... 67
6.3 Setup steps................................................................................................................................ 68
6.3.1 Setting the units of measure............................................................................................................. 68
6.3.2 Entering and configuring users.......................................................................................................... 70
6.3.3 Adding the Operating Instructions.................................................................................................... 71
6.3.4 Configuring the network...................................................................................................................... 72
6.3.5 Configuring the RS-232 interface...................................................................................................... 73
6.3.6 Network protocols................................................................................................................................ 80
6.3.7 Remote access...................................................................................................................................... 81
6.3.8 Activating the interface for Data transfer........................................................................................ 86
6.4 Back up settings......................................................................................................................... 87
6.5 Back up user files...................................................................................................................... 88
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7 Measuring.............................................................................................................................. 89
7.1 Preparing a measurement.......................................................................................................... 90
7.1.1 Cleaning the measured object and the measuring machine....................................................... 90
7.1.2 Stabilizing the temperature of the measured object..................................................................... 90
7.1.3 Reducing environmental influences.................................................................................................. 90
7.1.4 Fixing the measured object in place................................................................................................ 90
7.1.5 Conducting the reference mark search........................................................................................... 90
7.2 Preset......................................................................................................................................... 92
7.2.1 Creating a preset table........................................................................................................................ 92
7.2.2 Deleting presets..................................................................................................................................... 92
7.2.3 Selecting a preset................................................................................................................................. 92
7.3 Lengths and angles.................................................................................................................... 94
7.3.1 Measuring lengths and angles........................................................................................................... 94
7.4 Minimum, maximum, and range................................................................................................. 95
7.4.1 Configuring the MinMax function...................................................................................................... 95
7.4.2 Acquiring the minimum, maximum, and range.............................................................................. 97
7.5 Diameter/Radius......................................................................................................................... 99
7.5.1 Configuring the Diameter/Radius function..................................................................................... 99
7.5.2 Displaying the diameter....................................................................................................................... 100
7.6 Relative measurement................................................................................................................ 101
7.6.1 Configuring the Relative function...................................................................................................... 101
7.6.2 Performing a relative measurement................................................................................................. 102
7.7 Mastering................................................................................................................................... 103
7.7.1 Configuring the Mastering function.................................................................................................. 103
7.7.2 Mastering................................................................................................................................................ 105
7.8 Dial gage.................................................................................................................................... 106
7.8.1 Configure the Dial gage function...................................................................................................... 106
7.8.2 Measuring with the dial gage............................................................................................................. 110
7.9 Formula...................................................................................................................................... 112
7.9.1 Fundamentals of Formula function.................................................................................................. 112
7.9.2 Adding the Formula function............................................................................................................. 112
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7.9.3 Configuring the Formula function..................................................................................................... 113
7.9.4 Formula application example: Calculating the mean value......................................................... 115
7.10 Management of parts................................................................................................................. 118
7.10.1 Configuring the Part function............................................................................................................. 118
7.10.2 Working with part management........................................................................................................ 121
7.11 Sending measured values........................................................................................................... 122
7.11.1 Functions for measured value output.............................................................................................. 122
7.11.2 Configuring the measured value output.......................................................................................... 122
7.11.3 Sending measured values................................................................................................................... 125
7.12 LOG............................................................................................................................................ 126
7.12.1 Functions for LOG function................................................................................................................ 126
8 Settings.................................................................................................................................. 129
8.1 Overview..................................................................................................................................... 130
8.2 General....................................................................................................................................... 131
8.2.1 Device information................................................................................................................................ 131
8.2.2 Display..................................................................................................................................................... 131
8.2.3 Sounds..................................................................................................................................................... 132
8.2.4 Printers.................................................................................................................................................... 132
8.2.5 Function bar........................................................................................................................................... 133
8.2.6 Copyrights............................................................................................................................................... 133
8.2.7 Service info............................................................................................................................................. 133
8.2.8 Documentation...................................................................................................................................... 133
8.3 Interfaces................................................................................................................................... 134
8.4 User............................................................................................................................................ 135
8.4.1 OEM.......................................................................................................................................................... 135
8.4.2 Setup........................................................................................................................................................ 135
8.4.3 Operator.................................................................................................................................................. 136
8.5 Axes........................................................................................................................................... 137
8.5.1 Information............................................................................................................................................. 138
8.5.2 Diagnostics for encoders with 1VPP/11µAPP interface............................................................... 138
8.5.3 Diagnostics for encoders with EnDat interface.............................................................................. 138
8.6 Service....................................................................................................................................... 141
8.6.1 Firmware information.......................................................................................................................... 142
8.6.2 Restore user files.................................................................................................................................. 142
8.6.3 Restoring settings................................................................................................................................. 143
8.6.4 Reset all settings.................................................................................................................................. 144
8.6.5 Reset to shipping conditions.............................................................................................................. 144
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9 What to do if ......................................................................................................................... 145
9.1 Overview..................................................................................................................................... 146
9.2 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................... 147
9.3 Resetting the EIB 700................................................................................................................. 148
10 Index...................................................................................................................................... 149
11 List of figures........................................................................................................................ 151
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Fundamentals
Fundamentals | Overview
1
1.1 Overview
This chapter contains information about the product and this manual.
1.2 Information about the software
GAGE-CHEK 4000 SW is software that you install on a computer. Using connected
hardware, such as the EIB 700, and combining it with encoders, you can capture and
process measured values.
The measurement results can be used for the following applications:
Creating log tables in Excel
Measured value output through manual or continuous data transfer
Configurable data formats for the measurement output
1.3 Documentation on the product
1.3.1 Applicability of the documentation
This User's Manual is valid for version 1.0.0 of the GAGE-CHEK 4000 SW software.
Before using the documentation, make sure that the documentation and
software version match.
If the version numbers do not match so that the documentation is not valid,
you will find the current documentation at www.heidenhain.com.
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Fundamentals | Documentation on the product
1.3.2 Notes on reading the documentation
WARNING
Fatal accidents, personal injury or property damage caused by non-compliance
with the documentation!
Failure to comply with the documentation may result in fatal accidents, personal
injury or property damage.
Read the documentation carefully from beginning to end
Keep the documentation for future reference
The following table lists the various parts of the documentation in their order of
reading priority.
Document type Description
Addendum An Addendum supplements or supersedes the correspond-
ing contents of the Operating Instructions and the User's
Manual. If an Addendum is included in the shipment, it has
the highest reading priority. All other documentation content
retains its validity.
Operating Instruc-
tions
The Operating Instructions contain all the information and
safety precautions needed for the proper mounting and
installation of the product. The Operating Instructions are
included in delivery. The Operating Instructions have the
second highest priority for reading.
User's Manual The User's Manual contains all the information and
safety precautions needed for the proper operation of
the product according to its intended use. The User's
Manual can be downloaded from the download area at
www.heidenhain.com. The User's Manual has the third
highest reading priority.
Have you found any errors or would you like to suggest changes?
We are continuously striving to improve our documentation for you. Please help us
by sending your suggestions to the following e-mail address:
1.3.3 Storage and distribution of the documentation
The instructions must be kept in the immediate vicinity of the workplace and must
be available to all personnel at all times. The operating company must inform
the personnel where these instructions are kept. If the instructions have become
illegible, the operating company must obtain a new copy from the manufacturer.
If the product is given or resold to any other party, the following documents must be
passed on to the new owner:
Addendum (if supplied)
Operating Instructions
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Fundamentals | Target groups for the instructions
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1.4 Target groups for the instructions
These instructions must be read and observed by every person who performs any of
the following tasks:
1.5 Notes in this documentation
Safety precautions
Precautionary statements warn of hazards in handling the product and provide
information on their prevention. Precautionary statements are classified by hazard
severity and divided into the following groups:
DANGER
Danger indicates hazards for persons. If you do not follow the avoidance
instructions, the hazard will result in death or severe injury.
WARNING
Warning indicates hazards for persons. If you do not follow the avoidance
instructions, the hazard could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Caution indicates hazards for persons. If you do not follow the avoidance
instructions, the hazard could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
Notice indicates danger to material or data. If you do not follow the avoidance
instructions, the hazard could result in property damage.
Informational notes
Informational notes ensure reliable and efficient operation of the product.
Informational notes are divided into the following groups:
The information symbol indicates a tip.
A tip provides important additional or supplementary information.
The gear symbol indicates a function that depends on the machine.
The function described depends on the machine if, for example:
A certain software or hardware option is required on your machine
The behavior of the functions depends on the configurable machine
settings
The book symbol indicates a cross reference.
A cross reference leads to external documentation for example the
documentation of your machine manufacturer or other supplier.
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Fundamentals | Symbols and fonts used for marking text
1.6 Symbols and fonts used for marking text
In these instructions the following symbols and fonts are used for marking text:
Depiction Meaning
...
...
Identifies an action and the result of this action
Example:
Tap OK
The message is closed
...
...
Identifies an item of a list
Example:
TTL interface
EnDat interface
...
Bold Identifies menus, displays and buttons
Example:
Tap Shut down
The operating system shuts down.
Turn the power switch off
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Safety
Safety | Overview
2
2.1 Overview
This chapter contains important safety information needed for setting up and using
the software.
2.2 General safety precautions
General accepted safety precautions, in particular the applicable precautions relating
to the handling of live electrical equipment, must be followed when operating the
system. Failure to observe these safety precautions may result in personal injury or
damage to the product.
It is understood that safety rules within individual companies vary. If a conflict exists
between the material contained in these instructions and the rules of a company
using this system, the more stringent rules take precedence.
2.3 Intended use
The GAGE-CHEK 4000 SW software is an advanced digital evaluation software
for capturing exact measured values and for positioning tasks in metrology
applications. It must be used only in commercial applications and in an industrial
environment.
The products support the use of peripheral devices from different
manufacturers. HEIDENHAIN cannot make any statements on the intended
use of these devices. The information on their intended use, which is
provided in the respective documentation, must be observed.
2.4 Improper use
Any use not specified in 'Intended use' is considered improper use. The company
operating the device is solely liable for any damage resulting from improper use.
Especially its use as part of a safety function is not permitted.
2.5 Personnel qualification
The personnel required for the individual activities to be performed on the product
are indicated in the respective sections of these instructions.
The personnel groups are specified in detail as follows with regard to their
qualifications and tasks.
Qualified personnel
The qualified personnel are trained by the operating company to perform advanced
operation and parameterization. The qualified personnel have the required technical
training, knowledge and experience and know the applicable regulations, and are
thus capable of performing the assigned work regarding the application concerned
and of proactively identifying and avoiding potential risks.
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Electrical specialist
The electrical specialist has the required technical training, knowledge and
experience and knows the applicable standards and regulations, and is thus capable
of performing work on electrical systems and of proactively identifying and avoiding
potential risks. Electrical specialists have been specially trained for the environment
they work in.
Electrical specialists must comply with the provisions of the applicable legal
regulations on accident prevention.
2.6 Obligations of the operating company
The operating company owns or leases the device and the peripherals. At all times,
the operating company is responsible for ensuring that the intended use is complied
with.
The operating company must:
Assign the different tasks to be performed on the device to suitable, qualified and
authorized personnel
Verifiably train the personnel in the authorizations and tasks
Provide all materials and means necessary in order for the personnel to complete
the assigned tasks
Ensure that the device is operated only when in perfect technical condition
Ensure that the device is protected from unauthorized use
2.7 General safety precautions
The safety of any system incorporating the use of this product is the
responsibility of the assembler or installer of the system.
The product supports the use of a wide variety of peripheral devices from
different manufacturers. HEIDENHAIN cannot make any statements
on the specific safety precautions to be taken for these devices. The
safety precautions provided in the respective documentation must be
observed. If there is no documentation at hand, it must be obtained from
the manufacturers concerned.
The specific safety precautions required for the individual activities to be performed
on the product are indicated in the respective sections of these instructions.
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Software
Installation
Software Installation | Overview
3
3.1 Overview
This chapter provides all of the information needed for downloading and properly
installing GAGE-CHEK 4000 SW on a computer.
3.2 System requirements
If you want to install GAGE-CHEK 4000 SW on a computer, the computer system
must meet the following requirements:
Microsoft Windows 10, version 1803 and higher
At least 250 MB of available hard disk space
Screen resolution of at least 1280 × 800 recommended
At least Visual C++ 2015 Update 3 (x64)
To be able to use the LOG function, Microsoft Excel is required.
The following requirements must be fulfilled to enable communication with the
EIB 74x:
The corresponding TCP port on the PC must be enabled
Have an IT specialist configure the firewall to enable the required TCP
ports.
If you connect the EIB 74x with the computer via USB, ensure that the
energy settings of Microsoft Windows enable a stable data transfer.
3.3 Installation
Downloading the installer
To install GAGE-CHEK 4000 SW, you need to download the installer from the
HEIDENHAIN website (www.heidenhain.com).
Download the current version from
www.heidenhain.com/service/downloads/software/
Navigate to the Downloads folder of your web browser
Unpack the downloaded file (with the extension *.zip) into a temporary storage
folder
The SetupGC4000.exe installer is unpacked and available in the temporary
folder.
Installing GAGE-CHEK 4000 SW under Microsoft Windows
In order to perform the installation, you need to log in to Microsoft
Windows as an administrator.
Double-click the installer file
The Setup Wizard opens.
Select the setup language
Follow the setup wizard instructions
Accept the license conditions
Click the Finish button to complete the installation process
GAGE-CHEK 4000 SW has been installed successfully.
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