2.3
Machine control panels
2.3.1
Overview
The machine tool can be equipped with a machine control panel by Siemens or with a specific
machine control panel from the machine manufacturer.
You use the machine control panel to initiate actions on the machine tool such as traversing
an axis or starting the machining of a workpiece.
2.3.2
Controls on the machine control panel
In this example, the MCP 483C IE machine control panel is used to illustrate the operator
controls and displays of a Siemens machine control panel.
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<MACHINE>
Calls the "Machine" operating area.
<MENU SELECT>
Calls the main menu to select the operating area.
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