Dukane iQ Explorer User manual

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Dukane Part No. 403–579– 00

iQ Explorer

User’s Manual

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iQ Explorer User’s Manual

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Printed in the United States of America.

Part Number: 403–579–00

This ultrasonic equipment is manufactured under one or more of

the following U.S. Patents:

3,780,926 3,825,481 4,131,505 4,277,710 5,798,599 5,880,580 6,984,921, 7,225,965, and 7,475,801

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Notice of Rights:

design and icons may be reproduced, transmitted or utilized in any form or

by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or by any

information storage and retrieval system, without written permission from the

manufacturer.

Notice of Liability:

The information contained is this manual is distributed on an “as is” basis, with-

out warranty. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this

manual, the manufacturer shall not have any liability to any person or entity with

respect to any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly

or indirectly by the instructions contained in this manual, or by the hardware

and software products described herein.

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Revision History

Revision Revision

Number Summary Date

- 00 Original release. 11/02/2009

Update web address.

Update Dukane Contacts page.

Update Regulatory Compliance information. 07/20/2010

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Contents

Section 1 - Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Section 2 - System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Section 3 - Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Section 4 - Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Section 5 - Multiple Welder Connections . . . . . . . . 45

Section 6 - Contacting Dukane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Section 7 - Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

A - List of Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

B - List of Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

C - Regulatory Agency Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

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Section 1 – Introduction

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SECTION 1

Introduction

General User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Read The Manual First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Notes, Cautions and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Drawings and Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

iQ Explorer Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Key Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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Section 1 – Introduction

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General User Information

Read This Manual First

Before operating your software, read this User’s Manual

to become familiar with it. The manual is organized to al-

low you to learn how to effectively operate this program.

Examples given are chosen for their simplicity to illus-

trate basic operation concepts.

Notes, Cautions and Warnings

Throughout this manual we use NOTES to provide in-

formation that is important for the successful applica-

tion and understanding of the product. A NOTE block is

shown to the right.

In addition, we use special notices to make you aware

of safety considerations. These are the CAUTION and

WARNING blocks as shown here. They represent in-

creasing levels of important information. These state-

ments help you to identify and avoid hazards and rec-

ognize the consequences. One of three different symbols

also accompany the CAUTION and WARNING blocks

to indicate whether the notice pertains to a condition or

practice, an electrical safety issue or a operator protection

issue.

Drawings and Tables

The gures and tables are identied by the section num-

ber followed by a sequence number. The sequence num-

ber begins with one in each section. The gures and

tables are numbered separately. The gures use Arabic

sequence numbers (e.g. –1, –2, –3) while the tables use

roman sequence numerals (e.g. –I, –II, –III). As an ex-

ample, Figure 3–2 would be the second illustration in

section three while Table 3–II would be the second table

in section three.

Condition

or Practice

Electrical

Hazard

Hearing

Protection

CAUTION

C a u t i o n s t a t e m e n t s

identify conditions or

practices that could result

in damage to the equip-

ment or other property.

WARNING

Warning statements

point out conditions or

practices that could re-

sult in personal injury or

loss of life.

NOTE

Note statements provide additional

information or highlight procedures.

 

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iQ Explorer Overview

This program enhances any compatible iQ Series ultrason-

ic generator through a user interface that allows monitor-

ing and setup to be done virtually anywhere. Whether in-

stalled on your desktop or laptop PC, this tool gives more

exibility and control for the processes you manage.

Key Features

iQ Explorer User Interface

• Windows operating system - Familiar le folder

menu structure, requiring no special training.

• Touch screen input - Makes programming easier.

All welder setup parameters are programmed from

one menu page. (Currently, availability is limited

for use with the iQ HMI or PCs with touch screen,

such as tablets.)

• Ethernet connectivity - For connection to local

area network or stand-alone applications.

• Supervisory password - Control feature for

locking out system controls.

• Remote connectivity - Dukane hotline is available

for system diagnostics and troubleshooting 24-

hours a day. (VPN access to the welder’s network

is required. Consult with your IT staff about

availability.)

• One screen process settings page - Last weld

data displayed simplies programming.

• F1 Help command - Instantly displays explanation

of function.

• iQ Explorer GUI - In most cases, operation is

independent of the generator, and removal or

malfunction of the iQ Explorer does not affect

machine functionality. (The iQ Servo Press DOES

require iQ Explorer interface.)

• Eight user-selectable graph parameters -

Velocity, energy, power, distance, amplitude,

frequency, force and pressure for viewing and

storage of each weld.

• Production analysis screen - Displays eight-

hour shift production statistics: good, bad, suspect

quantities and percentages.

• Advance stack diagnostics - Includes power and

frequency graphs for stack (horn) documentation

and future reference for troubleshooting.

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SECTION 2

System Requirements

Computer Requirements ................................7

Processor ..............................................................7

Memory .................................................................7

Video Display ........................................................7

CD–ROM Drive .....................................................9

Hard Disk Space ...................................................9

Communication Ports ............................................9

Software Requirements ................................10

Windows™ ..........................................................10

.NET Framework .................................................13

iQ System Requirements ....................................13

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Computer Requirements

iQ Explorer software requires the minimum computer

hardware conguration mentioned below.

Processor

A IBM–compatible computer - desktop or laptop is

required. The processor must have a clock speed of

at least 800 MHz to operate. A faster processor with a

more advanced architecture will provide improved

performance.

Memory

At least 512 MB of RAM are required. Less memory will

result in an unacceptable performance penalty. 1024 MB

of memory or more will enhance the system response.

Video Display

A color display with at least 800 x 600 resolution and

256 colors (8-bit) is required (SVGA). Higher resolution

and/or more colors will improve display characteristics.

To determine your settings, click on the Start menu,

as shown in Figure 2-1. Then select Control Panel as

shown.

Your system may be capable of higher resolution and/

or more colors. You may increase these settings to your

preference. When you are nished, click the OK button,

and then close the Control Panel window.

TIP –

The minimum requirements are not the same as

the suggested conﬁguration (800MHz processor

with 512 MB of RAM).

Just as we have a Minimum Daily Requirement of

vitamins and calories, no one tries to live on 600

calories per day.

Figure 2-1 Select Control Panel from the Start Menu

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In the Control Panel window, double-click the Display

icon. See Figure 2-2 below.

Figure 2-2 Select Display from Control Panel Window

(Windows XP)

Figure 2-3 Setting Display Colors and Resolution

(Windows XP)

A new popup window appears showing your current

display properties. Click the Settings tab to view your

current settings. Use the slider in the lower left corner of

the window to adjust the display to at least 800 x 600. The

drop–down menu in the lower right indicates the current

color pal

ette. Select at least 256 colors (8–bit).

See Figure 2-3 below.

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CD-ROM Drive

A CD-ROM drive is required to install the iQ Explorer

software.

Hard Disk Space

The iQ Explorer software requires approximately 18MB

of hard disk space for installation.

Communication Ports

USB Port

At least 1 USB port is required for the iQ Explorer

installation. The port will be used by the security key.

Ethernet Port

An ethernet port is required for the iQ Explorer

installation.

Security Key

A USB security key is required. The driver for the key is

installed when the iQ Explorer program installs on your

computer.

See Section 3, Installation, Page 17 for more

information.

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Software Requirements

iQ Explorer software is only compatible with the

Miscrosoft Windows operating system.

Windows

The computer operating system (OS) must be Miscrosoft

Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows

Vista. See more information about Windows Vista on

Page 12. To determine which version of Windows you

have, select My Computer in the Windows Start menu

as shown in Figure 2-4.

Figure 2-4 Selecting My Computer

(Windows XP)

Windows XP

Select View System Information as shown in Figure

2-5 below.

For earlier versions

of Windows, open

Windows Explorer,

right click on My

Computer in the

screen and select

Properties.

Figure 2-5 Selecting View System Information

(Windows XP and earlier)

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After selecting View System Information a new

popup window will appear (See Figure 2-6) showing:

A - Version of Windows™ currently installed,

B - Type of processor used, and

C - Amount of memory installed.

A

B

Figure 2-6 Checking Operating System Version

(Windows XP)

C

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NOTE

The instructions relating to Windows

Vista can be found at:

www.howtogeek.com - search for -

How to disable user account control.

Figure 2-7 Disable User Account Control - I (Vista)

Figure 2-8 Disable User Account Control - II (Vista)

On the next screen you should uncheck the box for “Use

User Account Control (UAC)”, and then click on the OK

button.

You’ll need to reboot your computer before the changes

take effect, but you should be all done with annoying

prompts.

Windows Vista Operating System

When running Windows Vista, before iQ Explorer can

be run:

Disable User Account Control (UAC) by following

the instructions shown below.

Open up Control Panel, and type UAC into the search

box. You’ll see a link for “Turn User Account Control

(UAC) on or off”:

•

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iQ System Requirements

iQ Explorer is designed to compliment the iQ Series

generators - the advanced models only. The software

allows the operator to program these generators more

easily and in less time than if programmed manually.

If there is any question about your generator type or its

compatibility with iQ Explorer, please contact Dukane.

.NET Framework

Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 is required for running

iQ Explorer.

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