Version 5.10

Release Date: 23 May 2025

 

INFORMATION: Please read these release notes carefully before updating.

 


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

 


CAUTION: Before updating, save a copy of your Printable File. Print this file and use it to check your settings after the update is complete to ensure all settings are correct. 

 


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 5.10

 


 

 

 


RapidChange ATC Support

 

  • Added support for the RapidChange Automatic Tool Changer.

  • Includes updated logic for correct operation and integration.

  • Refer to the Setup Instructions for configuration details.

     


French Keyboard Support

 

  • Full support added for the French keyboard layout.

  • Improves usability for international users.

     


Improvements & Bug fixes

 


Probing Safety Logic

 

  • Added a warning message when a probing cycle is started without the probe tool loaded:
    “CAUTION: Touch probe not loaded in spindle!”

 


Job Time Tracking

 

  • Displays elapsed and estimated job time on screen for improved job monitoring.

 


Lathe Facing Wizard Fix

 

  • Fixed an issue that caused incorrect toolpath generation.

 


Probing File Logic Fix

 

  • Removed outdated logic that continued saving probing data to MASSO Probe data.txt.

     


G-code Editor Fixes

 

  • Fixed multiple issues related to file saving and interaction.

     


Macro Keyboard Fix

 

  • Fixed an issue that prevented the macro keyboard from operating correctly.

 


LCD Display Fix

 

  • Fixed a graphical issue where a stray vertical line appeared on the right side in vertical screen layout.

     


Spindle Control Enhancements

 

  • Fixed delays and logic inconsistencies during spindle start/stop and direction changes.

  • Corrected acceleration handling in PWM and STEP modes (previously only correct in VFD mode).

  • Fixed acceleration and deceleration issues for PWM and STEP spindle control.

     


Tool Offset Logic (Multi-Head Systems)

 

  • Fixed an issue where Tool Diameter Wear values were incorrectly applied to B-axis offsets.

     


Plasma System Improvements

 

  • Improved torch hit detection during homing.

  • When the torch is hit and axes are slaved, the slaved axis now also stops.

  • Fixed ARC OK signal handling in the MASSO DTHC module when using G200 S1.

 


MPG Override Fix

 

  • Fixed an issue where spindle and feed override controls were unresponsive during motion.

     


Dry Run Coolant Indicator Fix

 

  • Fixed a visual issue where the coolant ON/OFF button colour did not update correctly in dry run mode.

     


Linear Tool Changer Fixes

 

  • Fixed duplicate execution of spindle STOP logic during tool changes.

  • Fixed tool slot initialisation logic to allow unrestricted tool numbers, even when the number of tool slots is limited.