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Dukane Part No. 403–579– 00
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.
Copyright © 2009
Notice of Rights:
All rights reserved. No part of this manual including the interior design, cover
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 Users 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 welders 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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