CNC Isac W8E and Costantino - Technical User Documentation

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Costantino CnC
Technical user manual
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1. Hardware specification
1.1 Overview
New Isac CNC model 2016, equipped with operative system W8E and Isac firmware Costantino introduces
one of the most significant change on typical Isac CnC configuration.
Instead of using a CPU unit inside the electric cabinet and a remote monitor / USB for the operator now the
remote monitor (Emmegi HMI Panel ) is the CPU and only through an EtherCAT ( LAN ) communication is
connected to the hardware called “Bridge” located on the electric cabinet.
That Bridge is specific for each machine type (the picture is an full example) and depends on the hardware it
has to manage. The Bridge could be connected to:
- The Mechatrolink Yaskawa Drive communication bus cable
- The CANOpen communication bus cable
- The Step/Dir cable to manage the Schneider impulse Drive
- The Spindle encoder for rigid taping option
- Other special application
The Costantino Cnc is a standalone Windows 8 Embedded Standard 64bit IPC (Industrial PC) equipped with
a multicore processor and where a “processor core” and a specific quantity of RAM are dedicated to the CNC
management.
This will allow to run the latest 64 bit applications on machine side without influence the CnC process.
The next chapter will describe the Costantino’s CNC details and the EtherCAT Bridges types.
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1.2 Costantino CnC details
Costantino CnC is a IPC with this hardware specification:
OPMMIPC005 OPMMIPC007
Emmegi spare part code E5004611 E5004612
CPU Intel® Core™ i3-4330TE 2 core Intel® Core™ i7-4770TE 4 core
RAM 4GB 4GB
Graphic Intel® HD Graphics 4600 Intel® HD Graphics 4600
Ethernet LAN 1 LAN SMSC LAN9500A LAN SMSC LAN9500A
Ethernet LAN 2 GbE LAN Realtek RTL8111E GbE LAN Realtek RTL8111E
Local Disc SSD 64GB SATA 2 300MB/s SSD 64GB SATA 2 300MB/s
VGA connector 1 x D-Sub 15HD 1 x D-Sub 15HD
USB connector 6 x (USB 2.0) 6 x (USB 2.0)
Remote USB connector USB TX : 1 x RJ45 USB TX : 1 x RJ45
PWR connector 24Vdc: 1 x D-Sub 9 24Vdc: 1 x D-Sub 9
Integrated Display 15” XGA 1024x768 LED 15” XGA 1024x768 LED
Software
Windows 8 Embedded standard 64 bit
Image version and detail is described into ver.txt into c:\cncwint\ver.
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1.3 ISAC Bridges types
Emmegi
Spare Part Description Sup. code Ext. Description
Code
Bridge Mechatrolink+Analog - Bridge 12 assi Mechatrolink + Analog
E5004613
BRDGETHC08 BRDGETHC08 mandrino + SSI - BRDGETHC08
Bridge Pulse/Dir+Analog - Bridge 6 assi Pulse/Direction + Analog
E5004614
BRDGETHC07 BRDGETHC07 mandrino + SSI - BRDGETHC07
1.4 Costantino Cnc Options
Emmegi
Spare Part Description Sup. code Ext. Description
Code
KIT CONNECTION WIFI FOR WiFi module with antenna and cable for
E5003109
PANELPC - OPWIFI0000 PanelPC
TEMPERATURE Kit temperature conditioning ( 0-55° ) for
E4000680
CONDITIONING KIT PanelPC
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1.5 How to install Costantino Cnc Options
1) TEMPERATURE CONDITIONING KIT : E4000680
It is possible to mount on the PanePC an optional Fan: this allow to

work on factory while ambient temperature is over 40° C.
The Temperature Conditioning Kit is composed by a fan kit

with a dedicated 3.5 Jack connector for the power supply : 12V DC
The kit is designed to fit on the heat sink on the back of the PanelPC.
Use the 2 screw on the top to embrace it and connect the power
supply cable on the jack hole located near the 24V 9pin connector.
The PanelPC OPMMIPC007 ( I7 version ) is already equipped with

the Fan Kit.
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1.6 Power on, users and shutdown procedure
Power On
The Costantino Cnc is 24Vdc powered and will turn on directly when the power is On.
The Bios screen will appear: push “ Delete key “ to entry on Bios settings. Omitting password allow to entry
as user and all the modify are denied.
You will not need to entry and modify BIOS settings. Please contact Emmegisoft Support in case you will
need password.
After the Bios screen we need to logon:
Embedded users:
There are two pre-built users in the image that conform with the Microsoft Windows 8 deployment best
practice:
 Assistance: it is a user that belongs to the Administrators group. Use this user to make OS
configuration and to install the software. This is the user that assistance operators should use. This
user replaces XPE Administrator user. Default password is: emmegisoft
 Client: it is the user that should be used by machine operators, and has limited capabilities. It belongs
to the groups “Users” (Windows built-in) and “PLC Users” for RTPLC limited access. Optionally it can
be assigned to “PLC Power Users” for more RTPLC capabilities. The purpose of this user is the same
as XPE Client user. Default password is: xpeclient
Administrator user is present but disabled and never used, as suggested by Microsoft.
By default, password of local user never expires. It is not recommended to change this behavior even if
this in contrast to the Microsoft Windows Security Best Practice.
Shutdown procedure
A correct machine shutdown will require to shutdown Windows 8 before.
As Windows 8 procedure:
1. Mouse over the little gadget in the lower right corner of the screen. (You can also move your mouse
cursor to the upper left corner; same result. Or, you can press Windows-C on your keyboard.)
2. In the slide-out menu (known as the Charms Bar) that appears, click Settings.
3. Click the Power button, and then click your desired action: Shut down (or Restart)
Remarks: Before turn off power supply you need to wait the complete black screen.
Unlike the previous OS XPE doesn’t appear any end screen that inform the user that can turn off the power.
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2. W8E Tools Isac Costantino CnC
Remark: The following utility programs require expressly :

- Logon in Windows Administrator User: “Assistance”
- “Run as administrator” mode (see chapter 2.1)
2.1 Windows Embedded 8 Standard: How to Run a Setup.exe
To run a program installation successful, you have to click the right button on the application icon and,
from the context menu, click "Run as administrator".
Alternatively you can do the same thing from the Start Menu of Windows Embedded 8. By clicking the icon
with the right button we enable the options on the bottom bar: click "Run as administrator" to properly
run a program or an installation.
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2.2 W8E Open Close Tool : management of the partition C:\ protection
This program allow you to manage data protection in the C partition, the one that contains the
Windows 8 Operative System, through the operation called Open and Close.
This operation is similar to the XPE CnC operation called Hdcommit.
In the XPE CnC system, due to the Compact Flash Disk Drive, the system is always on the Closed state.
Any change on C: drive need to be stored by the Hdcommit.bat command.
On Costantino Cnc we are using SSD technology as Disk Drive that are considered similar to Hard Disk
Drive for the number of memory write operations. That allow us more freedom on the maintenance
operation of the Windows 8 Operative System.
 Closed (default): EWF or FWBF is enabled, the "paging" RAM is disabled, Windows Updates is
disabled;
The closed configuration is more stable and reduces the writings on the solid state drive to minimum.
All installation procedures require to execute the command Hdcommit.bat to store the changes.
Thus the operating system is guaranteed from being damaged by unmanaged installations, viruses,
setting changes untrusted, power black-out, etc.
The disadvantages are:
- Installation procedures more complicated
- Virtual memory is limited to the physical memory
- Restore points are disabled
 Open : EWF or FWBF not enabled, the "paging" RAM is enabled in the C:, Windows Updates is set to
notify you when updates are available.
The open configuration allows the user to manage the operating system and installed programs as a
conventional desktop PC : for example Windows and Emmegi Software updates operations doesn’t
need any command Hdcommit.bat.
Obviusly it is highly recommended to not install software different than the original pre-installed: such
changes may cause errors unforeseen and unforeseeable.
The disadvantages are:
- Possible change of operating system data by unauthorized personnel
- Possible loss of data due to incorrect operating system shutdown (eg. Power failure, etc.)
Remarks: On Emmegi Working Center the system will be supplied always on

Closed Status (more stable).
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Please follow the next instructions any time you need to install/upgrade or change C:\ drive
data :
- From Close to Open

A. Power On the machine from Power Off status
B. Logon as username “assistance“ password “emmegisoft”
C. Verify on the CncStatusMonitor that cnc is not running and Framework is not running
D. Run as Administrator the W8E OpenClose tool.
E. Chose the Open button
F. Confirm to Restart the system
G. From this Logon the W8E is Open : you can do any change you need, restarts, tests until you
will need to Close again the system
- From Open to Close

A. Power On the machine from Power Off status
B. Logon as username “assistance“ password “emmegisoft”
C. Verify on the CncStatusMonitor that cnc is not running and Framework is not running
D. Run as Administrator the W8E OpenClose tool.
E. Chose the Close button
F. Confirm to Restart the system
G. From this Logon the W8E is Closed : you can’t do changes on the Operative system
REMARKS
This procedure will minimize the Close operations ( Hdcommit ) that should be
dangerous: this shutdown is critical and must not terminate in a wrong way or some
data in the physical volume can be damaged, even resulting in the impossibility to
reboot again.
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2.3 W8E Restore Point : Create a Restore Point on Windows 8
REMARKS: All the following operation described require expressly:

- Logon in Windows with Administrator User: “Assistance”
- “Run as administrator” all the Setup launched (see chapter 2.1)
- The W8E need on Open Configuration mode( see chapter 2.2)
This program allow you to create a Windows Restore Point : a point useful to try to solve
Windows Operative System problem .
This tool is using the same option present on Control Panel > Windows Recovery.
This utility can create 2 type of backup:
 Full Restore Point ( BackupRecovery) : create a full backup of the selected drive ( normally C: )
 Light Restore Point (ModifySettings) : create the backup of Windows Registry
Inserting the name and click on “Create …” will create a new Restore Point. As Windows 8 rules this point is
“hidden and inaccessible”.
The restore operation need to use the Standard Windows tools: right click on the MyComputer icon , select
Properties and open System protection:
Use:
- System Restore : to restore the system to a

previous Restore Point saved
- Create : same function of Full Restore Point
(BackupRecovery) : create a full backup of the
selected drive ( normally C: )
It is suggested to save a restore point before to

Close the system.
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3.Installation of Emmegisoft software
3.1 Overview of Cnc Software and Emmegisoft Office software
Level Components Description Machine Office Optional

7 CAMplus-Job-Shape Options: CAD-CAM, Job, Conversion Drivers yes yes yes
Software
6 Emmegisoft Drill-BidiCAM Machine’s HMI : Human Machine interface yes yes no

5 Emmegisoft PLC CNC Machine’s PLC CNC software yes no no
4 Costantino OSCnc 7.2xx Base Operative System of CnC yes no no
3 Windows 8 Standard SSD with preloaded Windows image code: yes no no

Hardware
2 Costantino Cnc yes no no
1 Bridge EtherCAT types yes no no
The Emmegisoft software package on the CnC hardware follows the scheme described on the upper table
and is as a pyramid scheme: you will need the presence of the bottom row before install the next one.
For example, first of all, you will need the hardware that are working properly even the Windows 8
Standard SSD Drive. If they are not working or you have doubt refer to the codes to order new parts.
Then we will need the CD of complete installation: that CD (or a folder on pen drive) contains only
machine installation software:
- Costantino OSCnc 7.2.xx : the OSCNC software

- Plc X.XXX - Cnc X.XXX - Drill X.XXX : the Plc, Cnc, Drill, BidiCAM software
Then you can install the optional software following their specific procedure.
NOTE: when you order a new SSD ( level 3 ) you will receive the spare parts ready for the specific
machine s/n and this will include the level 4-5-6-7 already installed.
For machine side installation you will need:
- the Complete installation folder : we call this: “CD installation machinename”

- the Machine Data Backup created by the Emmegisoft-Saveconf application
- the MachineInstallation Folder from the CD of CAMplus - Job
- the Standard setup for other optional software.
For office side installation you have to follow a similar scheme starting from the point 6 but you can’t use
the machine installation. You need to use the folder CED_machinename on C: of the machine created
by the Complete machine installation. That folder contain the setup.exe that you have to run for Drill-
BidiCAM installation for Office.
Then if you have Camplus-Job option or others run the Standard setup.
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3.2 Installation of Emmegisoft software on new SSD

1) Installation Preparation
2) Costantino OSCnc Installation
NOTE : Make sure that there is not already installed any Emmegisoft software ( plc cnc / oscnc); check on
Control Panel> Programs . Refer to the chapter 3.4 to check or uninstall all.
1. Login as "Assistance" and launch, from USB pen drive, the application:
"CD Installation machine name \ Costantino OSCnc 7.2.xx \ Setup.bat"
Wait for the automatic restart.
Please be careful to set the installation options Pilot Components and Create CnC settings on D: as the
pictures
2. At Restart check on Control Panel> Programs if the previous installation is ok.
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3) PLC, CNC, Drill Emmegisoft Installation
1. Login as "Assistance" and launch, from USB pen drive, the application:
“machine name plc xxx cnc xxx \Plc X.XXX - Cnc X.XXX - Drill X.XXX \Setup.exe”
This installation will run sequentially:

- Plc Cnc files installation
- Drill Software
- bidiCAM Software
2. Loading the Backup Machine Data : from the folder Emmegisoft run : CopyConf.
At the end a restart is required
IMPORTANT: do not run CNC from CNC Status Monitor before loading the specific backup or, if is brand
new machine, the backup MASTER more similar.
4) First Run of CnC from Cnc Status Monitor
1. Login as "Assistance"
2. After load the machine Backup and restart make sure that:
- If there are RTA motor, they are already loaded and ready to CAN communication (see section xx)
- The Emmegi Pilot is ready to CAN communication (see section xx)
- The Confmac corresponds to the current machine configuration.
3. If all the requisite ore ok push Start from CNC Status Monitor
4. Wait for the Green flag on the CNC icon
5. Verify axis movement
6. Pay special attention to software versions that will be displayed in the Drill or Weldcontrol-Trimcontrol.
These programs read versions by Confmac.
In case of updating the software of the machine must verify the correct values
R4 = 2.100 {S / W Version CNC}

R5 = 7.200 {S / W Version OS CNC}
7. If everything is ok make a new backup with the utility Emmegisoft>SaveConf

8. Stop the Framework from CNC Status Monitor
9. Restart the machine
10. Login as "Assistance" and verify that the Cnc work fine as usual ( start Drill program )
11. If everything is ok and we finish to install new software turn the W8E on Close Configuration ( see
chapter 2.2)
InTime RTOS license NOTE : The first start of Cnc on a brand new SSD will not run the Cnc. This is
because the first run of Cnc will create the InTime RTOS license.
If the Intime icon is yellow after click Start on CncStatus Monitor you will see Cnc is starting and after
Cnc is not running. Verifying the Event viewer of Windows you will see the Event: RTPLC ID :151 .
Restart Windows. After Windows Logon the InTime icon now is red and it is possible to Start Cnc with no
problem.
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3.3 Upgrade of Emmegisoft software on SSD

1) Upgrade Checks
Get the installation software you will need to upgrade; for example for upgrade Plc-Cnc versions
procure the CD installation machinename.
Check the previous versions of the machine by verify on Drill > ? > Info
Refer to the last “CD installation” to understand what you need to upgrade.
Most common you will need to upgrade the HMI Software Drill: refer to his Readme.txt to find the
compatibility:
Minimum requirements : CNC: OS : WinXPE - PLC: 2.000 - CNC: 2.000 - OSCNC: 7.2.04 (this is just an example)
If our machine versions are newest than the minimum we can only run the Setup of Drill.
Drill setup will overwrite the application files without influence any customer parameter.
If the Plc – Cnc versions are older follow the procedure described on point 2.
If the OsCnC of our last “CD installation” is newest than the current OsCnc version we need to follow
the Complete Uninstalling procedure ( chapter 3.4 ) and after run the Installing Procedure ( chapter
3.2 ).
PLEASE NOTE: Before performing any update or uninstall software is good

make sure you have made a backup copy of the machine file (is faster make a Compressed file
*.zip) and save on external Usb pen drive.
C: drive Cncwint - Isac - PLC - Folder Machine Name (Example: Comet_T6 for the machine Comet T6)
D: drive Isac - Folder Machine Name (Example: Comet_T6 for the machine Comet T6)
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2) Uninstall Machine Plc Cnc Drill software
If we need to uninstall the Plc-Cnc-Drill software we need to prepare the machine by:
- Unload the tool from the Spindle and deposit it on the tool magazine.
- Make the Backup machine Data and a user data backup
After we have to open the Control Panel of Windows8 and in the section Programs and Features find
the MachineName 7.2-W8E (Plc x.xxx - Cnc x.xxx - Drill x.xx) row: right click and Uninstall.
During uninstall the procedure will ask you to save Backup Machine Data again; if you already done
ignore it.
After uninstalling it’s suggested to restart Windows;
3) To install the newest version of Plc Cnc Drill go to chapter 3.2 section 3
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3.4 Complete uninstall of Emmegisoft software on SSD

1) Uninstall Preparation
If we need to uninstall all the Machine software installed on the SSD we need to prepare the machine
by:
- Unload the tool from the Spindle and deposit it on the tool magazine.
- Make the Backup machine Data and a user data backup
PLEASE NOTE: Before performing any update or uninstall software is good

make sure you have made a backup copy of the machine file ( is faster make a Compressed file
*.zip ) and save on external Usb pen drive .
C: drive Cncwint - Isac - PLC - Folder Machine Name (Example: Comet_T6 for the machine Comet T6)
2) Uninstall Sequence
Complete uninstall of Machine software could be performed by authorized technicians for:

- Have a starting situation that allow make a complete new software installation ( chapter 3.2 )
- Use a “ Service SSD “ that can be used for all Emmegisoft working center W8E compatible
Both situation require to know the following procedure that is very useful on problem diagnosis
We will use for all uninstall operations the Control Panel of Windows8 in the section Programs and
Features.
As described on chapter 3.1 the complete uninstall procedure is the invert of the installing procedure:
- 1: Uninstall first the “Machine Plc-Cnc-Drill “ software ( see detail on chapter 3.3 ). After uninstall it’s
suggested restart Windows and verify that is not on the list Programs and Features;
- 2: Then uninstall the OsCNC software “ Costantino Superpak “. After uninstall it’s suggested restart
Windows and verify that is not on the list Programs and Features;
- Camplus, Job, Shape , Drill could be uninstall at any time without problem.
After uninstall some folder could still appear under C: and D: partition. If we want to use the SSD for different
machine we can keep clean by delete manually the folder:
C: drive - Folder Machine Name (Example: Comet_T6 for the machine Comet T6)
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3.5 Machine Software Hardlock
The Hardlock is an Hardware “software protection” that enable Drill options depending
by the machine.
Unlike Windows XPE, the Costantino doesn’t have a parallel port on board. The
Costantino “machine options Hardlock ” now is like a USB key and is one for machine.
The key store the options enabled and the serial number of the machine : it’s not
allowed interchange the key from one machine to another.
The software that manage the Hardlock USB Key is the VPLC.
There are 2 case we need to use VPLC :
1: Update machine option

2: Execute the pairing procedure
Machine options update
The new Hardlock Usb System allow to enable software option without wait to receive a
physical key: it is possible to enable it from remote. When you need to integrate new
software option please follow these steps:
A: The customer must purchase the option via the reference Sales office.
B: Write an email to Service@emmegi.com and specify :
- Machine Serial Number and Machine type
- The Emmegi S.p.A purchase order number. Through this document the Emmegi
Service staff can find the exact option code.
- Appointment Request for call the Service Emmegi SpA
C: Call Emmegi Service to enable the option from remote.
When you call the Emmegi Service Call Centre please follow this easy procedure:
1: On machine side: Click on the Drill button “ ? “ and click on the VPLC turquoise button
It is possible to launch the VPLC application also from C:\VPLC\show VirtualPLC.bat
2: VPLC window will be showed: click on Machine options update : the codes window will be showed.
3: Call Emmegi Service and communicate the Operation Code : you will receive the Confirmation code ;
Insert it by type using the touch keyboard.
Warning: the operation code is generate each time you open this window. The Confirmation code you will
receive is referred to his relative Operation code. It is suggested to receive this Confirmation code by
telephone.
4: The procedure are done: close Drill program and reopen it or restart the entire machine : on the next
restart Drill will detect correctly the new software option and it’s possible to continue working normally.
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VPLC Failure : Drill Pairing procedure
Drill , on startup, check if the key is present and correct: if yes on the About panel it’s
showed the options enabled otherwise a message box say “ VPLC not Responding” that
means : the key is not present or it is not aligned.
It is possible to look the active options relative to the machine serial number through the
Drill button “ ? “ and also the state of the key activation. The picture “ About “ below
show a system working fine.
The case of key not aligned could happen after Costantino Hardware replace, changes on current machine
software such as OSCnc , Plc/Cnc or the reset of the retentive memory.
In that cases Drill will start on “safe mode” : it is possible to use the program but it’s not allowed to load an
LDA: even the button “Open LDA” is hidden.
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The following easy procedure help to restore to proper working Drill:
1: If Drill doesn’t recognize the Hardlock open the Drill button “ ? “ and click on the VPLC turquoise button
It is possible to launch the VPLC application also from C:\VPLC\show VirtualPLC.bat
2: VPLC window will be showed: click on Machine options update : the codes window will be showed.
3: Call Emmegi Service and communicate the Operation Code : you will receive the Confirmation code ;
Insert it by type using the touch keyboard.
Warning: the operation code is generate each time you open this window. The Confirmation code you will
receive is referred to his relative Operation code. It is suggested to receive this Confirmation code by
telephone.
4: The procedure are done: close Drill program and reopen it or restart the entire machine : on the next
restart Drill will detect correctly the Hardlock and it’s possible to continue working normally.
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4.Troubleshooting
4.1 Event viewer
The “Windows Event Viewer” is a Windows OS utility used also by the Cnc software to Log any
hardware/software alarm, warning and info.
This is the official instrument that can allow to navigate, to investigate and to make better diagnosis of
eventual problems that can occur in time.
There are several way to reach the “Windows Event Viewer”. The main common is using the CNC Status
monitor Option menu.
First we need to chose under Windows Logs the Application folder

Then we can order by:
Level: ( Warning, Error, Information ) , Date and Time, Source ( CNC , CNCAxis , CNCRuntime, PLC,
IOSource, HardwareMonitor .. ) , Event ID ( could be the alarm number) or we can also use the Filter to easily
check the history of one alarm or event.
On the bottom sample image the filter is enabled to find the Error of PLC with ID 19608 occurred Any time:
the result is all the event of “ positive overtravel alarm” occurred from the oldest event viewer date available.
You can also save the event list file using the “Save All Events As” command : save an *.evtx file that can
be open on a Windows7 or latest OS
Remarks: the message text will not appear on different pc than CnC
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4.2 CAN Open Configurator
The CanOpen Configurator program is an application to allow diagnosis with the CanOpen
Devices connected to the Bridge. It’s possible to check all the CanOpen devices connected
and powered to the CanOpen OUT port of the Bridge and verify if they are recognized and
the address and baudrate used to communicate.
Before proceed to run this application it’s request to:

- “Bridge” should be connected and all the CanOpen devices to test connected and powered
- LogOn as “Assistance”
- Stop Framework: CncStatusMonitor have to indicate: Cnc not running;Framework: not running
Open the application and from the top menu: Strumenti

first set the Connection Setting : chose RTX and wait the
Connection completed by view on right the “CANOpen
Network Configurator” Icon
Then from the top menu: Strumenti Click Scansiona il

bus ; it’s possible select the speed to try or select All will
scan all the speed; use this option to try to find all the
device connected, even the devices not already
configurated ( wrong address or Baudrate )
REMARKS: The devices with wrong address or Baudrate

it is cause of CnC starting failure: Plc can’t find the
expected hardware.
After the scan on the right panel will fill with CANOpen I/O device or CANOpen Motor device found.
Device type 401 are I/O card
Device type 402 are MotorDevice
Right click on the Canopen device found will show the property with the detail of address and Statistic Errors.
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4.3 CnC Retentive Memory Reset ( zzz.bat )
Some cases could require to manually reset the Retentive Variable Area used , for example, to storage the
current tool on spindle or the clamp positions : That is named Retentive Memory Area.
Typically after change Costantino Cnc but mount the old SSD or similar cases or sometimes after seen very
strange Alarm or Cnc crash we need to reset the whole Retentive Memory Area.
This , for example on the first case, could be caused by a misalignment of variables or , the second case, the
corruption of an Retentive Variable.
However it is possible to use this procedure to try if the current strange problem is because the Retentive
Memory Area was not ok.

- CncStatusMonitor have to indicate: Cnc not running; Framework: not running;
- Remove, if possible, the tool from the spindle or remember that current toll will be
reset (0). It’s request to remove the tool from the spindle before run a program.
From the menu Start of Windows8 right click and select All Apps
Then Run as administrator the Admin Folder under ISAC section.
Write on the console: zzz and press Enter
Wait for the operation completed successful.
Restart the Cnc via CncStatusMonitor.
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5. Network connection using Costantino CnC
5.1 Requirements for the connection of machining centers on Integrated Systems
Emmegisoft applications for machining centers ( Drill, CAMplus, Job, Shape, …) are able to work into an
integrated system based on data usually stored on the user's company server.
The user can set all the paths of the various types of affected files (file to open and the file to export) and
this giving the system a great flexibility of configuration.
In this section we will be taken into account only the configuration model which, in our opinion, is the most
efficient from the point of view of user friendly functionality and data safety.
In the bottom image the enterprise server is the hub of the system: all data is saved in one or more folders
on the server and users of each location in the office and machine operators are reading and writing the
same data to avoid copies of files.
This system allows:
- Have a complete data synchronization
- Edit the same program for both office and machine location (for example a small tolerance change ..)
- Export job list even if the machines turned off
- Have data automatically saved from normal backup procedures that professionals make daily on
company data center.
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In the picture below on the server was created a folder named "MGSDATA" that contains:
- Machine Name Folder: For each machining centers the data are contained in a separate folder
where there is the CAM directory that contains the data as tool table, files Camplus (*.ldt),
export orders (*.LDA).
- Dxf Folder: Normally we have one DXF folder . Each machining center read the data from an
unique point. It is also possible separate it.
- Job Folder: If you use the Job program we will also need to manage *.Jlt files
- Shape Folder: If you use the Shape program we will also need to manage *.shp files
In the next chapter we will explain this procedure step-by step:
1. Set the networks adapter IP address on Costantino CnC

2. Set Computer name and workgroup on Costantino CnC
3. Set the user server
4. Set working path on Emmegisoft application
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5.2 How to set network on Costantino CnC

How to set network adapters address

From the desktop, at the bottom right next to the clock, right click on the highlighted network settings icon
and then select “Open Network and Sharing Center”
Click Change adapter settings
Here we will find all the available network cards.

Those we can use are:
LAN9500A USB 2.0 .... LAN 1 CnC connector

Realtek PCIe GBE .... LAN 2 CnC connector
The other ports are reserved :

could be a Virtual Windows port or the EtherCAT port (
dedicated to the communication with the machine
hardware ) . Do not change the IP address of this port
(IP 192.168.1.2 / subnet 255.255.255.0 )
The name of the manufacturer of the network card can change depending of the version of the hardware :
in case of doubt use the information “ Connected” or “Network cable unplugged” to understand witch
network card we are using.
Select the card to set and press the menu button Status.
The button Details shows the

status of the card and all
settings.
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The button Properties allows to change the IP address.
The address is changed by selecting the line ((TCP / IPv4) and clicking on button Properties.
It is possible to use an automatic IP address (DNS) or a fixed IP address: this is
depending on the customer network configuration defined by the company network officer (CED).
In cases of instability or diagnosis of network performance it is preferable to use a fixed address.
Network operation tip:
 Using cmd command line you can type:

- ipconfig –all : see all the network configurations and IP
- ping (address or pcname) : test the connection with the address
- ping (address or pcname) -t : test the connection with the address continuously. This test
is very important if we have to check any casual network error .
 Sometimes change the user network switch will solve some network instability.
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How to set Computer Name and Workgroup on Costantino Cnc
On Costantino CnC is only possible to work using Windows Workgroup.

Is not possible to work with DOMAIN mode because the Windows 8 Standard is an embedded operative
system that are using his dedicated automation software and not all the Domain configuration are
supported by default; for the same reason it is also avoid to load or integrate the original OS image with
software different from the original configuration.
Normally we don’t need to change these setting but if we have more than one working centre could be that
we have the same pc name ( EMMEGI-ISAC-||| ) on the same network.
From Windows file explorer , right click on Computer icon and select Properties:
We will see the Windows System specifications ( bottom image).
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5.3 How to set network on the User server side
The server-side operations are complete responsibility of the IT services specialists of the End User
(CED).
On Costantino CnC is not possible to work with DOMAIN mode because the Windows 8 Standard is an
embedded operative system that are using automation software integrated with hardware and not all the
Domain configuration are supported by default; for the same reason it is also forbidden load or integrate
the original OS image with software different from the original configuration.
The IT services specialists (CED Dept.) of the End User have to:
-create a folder (usually called MGSDATA) and share it to the machine and to all users who need to use it
with complete control (reading and writing); in case of problems for test we can give to the user Everyone
all the permission.
-provide the user name and password with which we will have access to the folder on machine side.
If testing or the company have not a server you can use a normal PC as a server:
We need to share a folder on the network (usually called MGSDATA) on the office PC. To be able to read
by the machine or by other PCs need to enter username and password of the current user of the PC or, in
case we want to use a different user name than the habitual user of the PC (for example username:
emmegi password: xxxxx ), we have to create a new Windows user on that PC.
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5.4 How to set network path on Emmegisoft application
As described on the chapter 4.1 (Requirements for the network connection of machining centers ) we
have to create a folder on the server then we need to change the path on the Emmegisoft application.
The fastest method is perform by Map as network drive the folder MGSDATA. In the bottom example is
called Z: ; we can switch the default letter from C: or D to Z: on the Drill Preferences and Emmegisoft
Configurator .
It is also easy to reverse and turn off network connection by change the first letter.
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6.Version log
Current version: 1.3

Released: 24/10/2016
Version Date Description

1.0 15/12/2015 First version
1.1 24/02/2016 Insert guide for pairing hardlock, update Costantino Superpack
images
1.2 01/08/2016 - Upgrade Isac part number of the PanelPC I7 ( 1.2 )
- Insert Costantino Hardware options ( 1.4 ) and installation tip (1.5 )
- Add InTime license first run procedure ( 3.2.4)
1.3 24/10/2016 Insert guide how to enable software options
Notes:
 Insert Spare part code of Costantino, Bridges … (inserted 05-01-2016 by Pecchi)
 Guide for pairing hardlock software options with new hard disk
 Guide for SSD substitution
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7. Summary
1. HARDWARE SPECIFICATION _________________________________________________________ 1

1.1 OVERVIEW ________________________________________________________________________ 1
1.2 COSTANTINO CNC DETAILS ___________________________________________________________ 2
1.3 ISAC BRIDGES TYPES________________________________________________________________ 3
1.4 COSTANTINO CNC OPTIONS ___________________________________________________________ 3
1.5 HOW TO INSTALL COSTANTINO CNC OPTIONS ______________________________________________ 4
1.6 POWER ON, USERS AND SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE ____________________________________________ 5
2. W8E TOOLS ISAC COSTANTINO CNC _________________________________________________ 6
2.1 W INDOWS EMBEDDED 8 STANDARD: HOW TO RUN A SETUP.EXE ________________________________ 6
2.2 W8E OPEN CLOSE TOOL : MANAGEMENT OF THE PARTITION C:\ PROTECTION _______________________ 7
2.3 W8E RESTORE POINT : CREATE A RESTORE POINT ON W INDOWS 8 ______________________________ 9
3. INSTALLATION OF EMMEGISOFT SOFTWARE _________________________________________ 10
3.1 OVERVIEW OF CNC SOFTWARE AND EMMEGISOFT OFFICE SOFTWARE ___________________________ 10
3.2 INSTALLATION OF EMMEGISOFT SOFTWARE ON NEW SSD _____________________________________ 11
3.3 UPGRADE OF EMMEGISOFT SOFTWARE ON SSD____________________________________________ 13
3.4 COMPLETE UNINSTALL OF EMMEGISOFT SOFTWARE ON SSD __________________________________ 15
3.5 MACHINE SOFTWARE HARDLOCK_______________________________________________________ 16
4. TROUBLESHOOTING ______________________________________________________________ 19
4.1 EVENT VIEWER ____________________________________________________________________ 19
4.2 CAN OPEN CONFIGURATOR __________________________________________________________ 20
4.3 CNC RETENTIVE MEMORY RESET ( ZZZ.BAT ) _____________________________________________ 21
5. NETWORK CONNECTION USING COSTANTINO CNC ___________________________________ 22
5.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CONNECTION OF MACHINING CENTERS ON INTEGRATED SYSTEMS ____________ 22
5.2 HOW TO SET NETWORK ON COSTANTINO CNC _____________________________________________ 24
5.3 HOW TO SET NETWORK ON THE USER SERVER SIDE _________________________________________ 27
5.4 HOW TO SET NETWORK PATH ON EMMEGISOFT APPLICATION ___________________________________ 28
6. VERSION LOG ____________________________________________________________________ 29
7. SUMMARY ________________________________________________________________________ 30
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Copyright  2001-2016 EMMEGISOFT S.r.l.
All right reserved
Via Carpi Ravarino, 300- 41010 Limidi di Soliera (MO).

Tel: + 39-059-566.273 Fax: + 39-059-565.583
Internet: www.emmegisoft.com
e-mail: info@emmegisoft.com
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Copyright  2001-2016 EMMEGISOFT S.r.l.

Via Carpi Ravarino, 300- 41010 Limidi di Soliera (MO).

Costantino CnC is a IPC with this hardware specification:

1.4 Costantino Cnc Options

1) TEMPERATURE CONDITIONING KIT : E4000680

It is possible to mount on the PanePC an optional Fan: this allow to

The Temperature Conditioning Kit is composed by a fan kit

The PanelPC OPMMIPC007 ( I7 version ) is already equipped with

After the Bios screen we need to logon:

Remark: The following utility programs require expressly :

2.1 Windows Embedded 8 Standard: How to Run a Setup.exe

Remarks: On Emmegi Working Center the system will be supplied always on

- From Close to Open

- From Open to Close

REMARKS: All the following operation described require expressly:

- System Restore : to restore the system to a

It is suggested to save a restore point before to

3.1 Overview of Cnc Software and Emmegisoft Office software

Level Components Description Machine Office Optional

6 Emmegisoft Drill-BidiCAM Machine’s HMI : Human Machine interface yes yes no

3 Windows 8 Standard SSD with preloaded Windows image code: yes no no

2 Costantino Cnc yes no no

1 Bridge EtherCAT types yes no no

- Costantino OSCnc 7.2.xx : the OSCNC software

For machine side installation you will need:

- the Complete installation folder : we call this: “CD installation machinename”

REMARKS: All the following operation described require expressly:

2) Costantino OSCnc Installation

2. At Restart check on Control Panel> Programs if the previous installation is ok.

This installation will run sequentially:

4) First Run of CnC from Cnc Status Monitor

R4 = 2.100 {S / W Version CNC}

7. If everything is ok make a new backup with the utility Emmegisoft>SaveConf

REMARKS: All the following operation described require expressly:

PLEASE NOTE: Before performing any update or uninstall software is good

REMARKS: All the following operation described require expressly:

PLEASE NOTE: Before performing any update or uninstall software is good

Complete uninstall of Machine software could be performed by authorized technicians for:

There are 2 case we need to use VPLC :

1: Update machine option

Machine options update

4.1 Event viewer

First we need to chose under Windows Logs the Application folder

Before proceed to run this application it’s request to:

Open the application and from the top menu: Strumenti

Then from the top menu: Strumenti Click Scansiona il

REMARKS: The devices with wrong address or Baudrate

REMARKS: All the following operation described require expressly:

Write on the console: zzz and press Enter

Wait for the operation completed successful.

Restart the Cnc via CncStatusMonitor.

5.1 Requirements for the connection of machining centers on Integrated Systems

In the next chapter we will explain this procedure step-by step:

1. Set the networks adapter IP address on Costantino CnC

REMARKS: All the following operation described require expressly:

How to set network adapters address

Here we will find all the available network cards.

LAN9500A USB 2.0 .... LAN 1 CnC connector

The other ports are reserved :

The button Details shows the

In cases of instability or diagnosis of network performance it is preferable to use a fixed address.

Network operation tip:

 Using cmd command line you can type: