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Version 5.03

Release Date: 21 February 2023

 

INFORMATION: Please read these release notes before updating.

 

CAUTION: Take screenshots of your current controller settings including all setup and calibration data including input and output function assignments and invert status as after loading this software your controller might reset to default settings or controller settings might change. 

 

https://docs.masso.com.au/wiring-and-setup/save-and-load-settings

 

CAUTION: The below steps need to be followed if updating your controller from any other software version apart from version 5.0 or 5.01 

 

CAUTION: If updating from version 4 software or lower, all tool data in the F4 screen will be erased and the user must manually add all tool data in the F4 screen before using the machine.

 

CAUTION: If updating from version 4 software or lower the new tool changer logic for the mill linear tool changer will require all the inputs and outputs to be reassigned and calibration data entered into the tool changer settings in the F1 screen before using the machine.

 

Update Process

 

  1. Make a backup of your machine settings
  2. Save and print a copy of your printable file for checking settings after the update.
  3. Copy the software file to your flash drive inside the MASSO folder

  4. Repower your MASSO controller and access the software load screen:

      • MASSO Touch:  Tap the screen during startup

      • MASSO G3: Press F1 on the external keyboard

  5. Select the new software version and press Enter
  6. Wait for software to complete the update, approximately 45 seconds
  7. Press the Escape button to exit the software load screen.
  8. Use your Printable file to check your settings, correct if needed.

 

The Update is complete.

 

New in Version 5.03

 

Spindle & Coolant Auto Stop / Start on Feedhold

 

  • Added a new setting in F1 – Setup ? Main Spindle Settings.

When enabled:

  • The spindle and coolant automatically turn off when Feedhold is pressed.

  • The spindle and coolant automatically resume when Cycle Start is pressed.
     

Jump to Line Message

 

  • Added a new on-screen prompt when resuming a job using Jump to Line.

  • Guides the user through the required steps for safe job resumption.

     

Improvements & Bug Fixes

 

Subprogram File Management

 

  • Subprogram files must now be stored in the same folder as the main program.
     

Air Pressure Alarm Fix

 

  • Fixed an issue where the low air pressure alarm did not display on power-up.
     

Jog Feedrate Adjustment on Power-Up

 

  • Default JOG feedrate is now set to 1% on power-up to reduce the risk of accidental crashes before homing.
     

Auto Tool Zero Position Fix

 

  • Fixed an issue that caused incorrect position values during Auto Tool Zero.

     

A and B Axis Offset Fix

 

  • Fixed an issue where A and B axis offsets were not applied correctly.
     

Motor Alarm Logic Enhancement

 

  • Motor alarm messages are now cleared from the screen when E-Stop is pressed.
     

MPG Motion Improvements

 

  • Improved handwheel (MPG) motion logic for smoother and more precise control.
     

Plasma Torch Auto Voltage Improvements

 

  • Improved automatic voltage sampling and cutting voltage detection at the start of a plasma cut.
     

Lathe EMCO Tool Turret Enhancements

 

  • Improved tool turret homing logic for better accuracy and reliability.
     

Jump to Line Enhancements

 

  • Fixed an issue where coolant control did not resume correctly.

  • Improved WaterJet Jump to Line cut resumption logic.
     

G-code File Editor Fixes

 

  • Fixed issues with Find & Replace functionality.
     

Door Logic Enhancements
 

  • Improved door open/close logic.

  • Enhanced auto start and stop behaviour for improved safety and usability.

 

 

 

 

Last Updated On 14 January, 2026

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