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Version 5.05

Release Date: 27 October 2023

 

INFORMATION: Please read these release notes before updating.

 

WARNING: This version has a bug which results in spindle not starting intermittently. Do not install or use this version. 

 

CAUTION: Before updating make a backup of your current settings. 

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

 

CAUTION: Before updating  save a copy of your printable file and use it to check your settings after the update is complete. 

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

 

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.

 

NEW in v5.05

  • G38.7 – Center Probing Cycle
  • Tower Light Flashing
    • Green tower light now flashes to attract user attention during:
      • M00 (Program Stop)
      • M01 (Optional Stop)
      • Manual tool change requests
  • Settings File Name Management
    • Users can now rename settings files for easier organization.
    • File names can start with:
      • MASSO_5-Axis_Tools
      • MASSO_Mill_Settings
    • Additional text or numbers can be appended for better identification.

 

 

Improvements & Bug fixes

  • Motor Alarm Logic Enhancement
    • Updated logic to check motor alarms before homing, improving system safety.
  • Spindle Improvements
    • Improved Spindle Auto On/Off logic.
    • Fixed an issue where the spindle could start unintentionally during probing.
  • Jump To Line Enhancements
    • Improved Jump to Line logic with bug fixes for better reliability.
    • WaterJet Jump To Line: Additional logic improvements for more precise execution.
  • G-Code File Editor Fixes
    • Resolved issues related to editing files in the G-code editor.
  • Multi-Head System Enhancements
    • Improved logic and screen button behavior when switching heads.
  • Axis Slaving Enhancements
    • Optimized axis slaving logic for better synchronization.
  • Probing Offset Fix
    • Fixed a miscalculation bug from v5.04b that caused incorrect offset values during probing.
    • If you adjusted offset values in v5.04b, please restore them to the values used in v5.03 to ensure correct probing operation.
  • 5-Axis Software Startup Bug Fix
    • Fixed an issue where the 5-axis version would not start after upgrading from a 3-axis system.
  • Screenshot Capture Speed Improvement
    • Reduced screenshot saving time from 15 seconds to less than 1 second.
  • Umbrella Tool Changer Fix
    • Resolved a bug where the tool changer would move to the wrong tool slot after homing.

Last Updated On 08 February, 2025

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