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Version 5.09

Release Date: 7 February 2025

WARNING: USERS OF LINEAR TOOLS CHANGERS TYPE 1 & 2 - Please do not use this version as some bugs were reported.

INFORMATION: Please read these release notes before updating.

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

CAUTION: Before updating, save a copy of your printable file, please print it out and use it to check your settings after the update is complete to make sure all settings are correct.

NEW in v5.09

Plasma Flying Start Feature
- Implemented logic for Plasma Flying Start. When using the Jump To Line option, the system now stores the torch's current position. If the torch moves within a 5mm radius of this stored position, it will automatically ignite the plasma torch.

Plasma Tip Life Counter – Added to the F2 screen for plasma torch users to track tip firing cycle information, helping monitor tip lifespan and maintenance.
Save Probing Points to File
- Probed data is now automatically saved to MASSO Part Probing Data.txt upon successful probing.
Conversational Wizards
- Improved user interface for generating simple G-code, making it more intuitive and efficient.
Mill Conversational Wizards
- Added support for Thread Milling, allowing for easy generation of thread milling toolpaths.
Lathe Conversational Wizards
- Introduced Internal Threading functionality.
- Added Spring Pass option for improved finish and accuracy on lathe operations.
MPG Info Toggle on Status Bar
- Users can now click the MPG Info section on the top status bar to toggle between Spindle Override and Feed Override for quick adjustments.

Improvements & Bug fixes

G-Code Editor Enhancements
- Added Up/Down image arrows for easier navigation.
Tool Changer Updates
- Linear Tool Changer Type 1:
  - Updated tray Up/Down logic for dual-valve control.
  - Fixed an issue where switching from a Linear to Manual Tool Changer caused incorrect tool slot assignments.
  - Updated tool tray logic:
    1. After Z moves up, the tool tray moves up first.
    2. Then moves to the X & Y tool unload location.
    3. Fixed additional tray Up/Down logic issues.
- Mill Linear Tool Changer:
  - Improved logic to handle setups where the tool slider has one valve but two sensors.
- Umbrella Tool Changer:
  - Fixed a tool slot assignment bug.
- WABECO 8-Tool Turret:
  - Added 500ms delay for locking solenoid during homing.
- WEBCO Tool Changer:
  - Fixed an issue where extra reverse pulses were being generated.
- Pragati Tool Turret:
  - Fixed an issue where the maximum tools were locked at 8, causing logic errors.
  - Added support for setting tool count in the F1 screen.
- 4-Station Turret:
  - Renamed to Multi-Station Turret.
  - Now automatically detects the number of tools supported based on Tool Changer Input assignments in F1-Setup screen.
  - Now the user can set the tool changer for up to 8 tools.
Probing & Calibration Improvements
- Improved F4 tool edit logic:
  - If Auto Tool Zero is clicked with a different tool selected, a confirmation prompt now appears for manual tool change updates.
- Probing screen enhancements:
  - If the probe is assigned as a tool in F1 but not loaded, a warning message is displayed, and probing is prevented.
Machine Homing & Parking Enhancements
- Improved homing logic:
  - Homing now stops if air pressure is low.
  - Separate Angular Homing feedrate added.
- The following inputs are now restricted to F2 and F3 screens only:
  1. Home Machine
  2. Go to Machine Home
  3. Go to Parking Position
- External home request inputs now check if the door is open before proceeding.
WaterJet Enhancements & Fixes
- Increased WaterJet cut sense timeout from 5s to 12s as requested.
- Improved Feedhold behavior:
  - WaterJet now stops Abrasive on Feedhold.
  - Exits Jet start sequence without waiting for the cut sense timeout.
  - Auto-starts WaterJet if a Feedhold occurs between Abrasive and WaterJet activation.
- Fixed an issue where the WaterJet switched off before motion stopped.
- Fixed a bug where, after a file restart, the WaterJet would automatically start if Feedhold & Cycle Start were pressed earlier.
- Improved cut sense logic:
  - WaterJet now only starts after the Z-axis moves down to the material.
- New safety logic:
  - On Feedhold, Door Open, or Motion Cancel, the timeout loop exits with an error.
Plasma Enhancements & Fixes
- “Plasma-Ohmic Enable” added for Ohmic sensors that require an enable signal while probing.
- “Plasma-Cut Resume” feature added for Plasma restarts
- “Plasma Tip Life Counter” Added to the F2 screen
User Interface Enhancements
- Screen Layout Enhancements:
  - Redesigned the wizard screen for improved usability.
  - Added icons to buttons for better navigation.
- WiFi Window Fixes:
  - Fixed an issue where the IP address was not displayed.
  - Fixed saving and displaying of static/dynamic IP addresses.
General Fixes & Enhancements
- Fixed PID logic for spindle control on Sherline machines.
- Fixed PWM outputs for spindle CW & CCW going HIGH on power up.
- Fixed key input issues:
  - ‘(’ and ‘)’ keys were causing F1/F2 screen switching.
  - Added logic to release pressed buttons on USB keyboard & mouse disconnect or removal.
- Fixed a cursor hiding issue in the job position display.
- Upgraded a subprogram repeat counter from 8-bit to 32-bit to support larger values.
- Fixed a bug where M8/M9 for Laser was not checking head numbers, clearing all coolant & laser assist pins instead.
- Fixed issues when switching between Laser and Spindle PWM control, preventing unexpected spindle CCW or laser pin activation.
- Improved Air Pressure Alarm Logic.
- Added Tower Light Green Flashing logic for manual tool changes.
- Axis JOG with external inputs now only functions in the F3 screen.
- Mill Jump to line starts spindle before Z axis moves into position.