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Software Advantages

Familiar user interfaceminimal training is


needed
Online manuals and schematics
Enhanced auto-focus function
Program Syntax CheckingAcuNav II now
checks for common syntax problems within a
user written program, displaying the current file
and location of the error in the alarms screen.


Preco, Inc.
500 Laser Drive
Somerset, WI 54025

715-247-3285 or 800-799-2583
Fax: 715-247-5650

somersetservice@precoinc.com
www.precoinc.com

AcuNav II
Controller
Upgrade
Benefits of Upgrading to AcuNav II
Future improvements and upgrades will only be
available in AcuNav II
AcuNav II is backward compatible with AcuNav I
G-Code files
Supports the latest PCI and USB motion
controllers
Launches 10 times faster than AcuNav I
Better networking capabilityWindows XPis a
prerequisite for connecting into many of today's
networks
Improved remote troubleshooting through a
secure internet connection
USB device supportflash drives, plug-and-play
with XP
Better securityWindows XPhas more security
features with continual updates
Adds the ability to print a laser material setting or
the complete laser database (Materials with L-
Codes)
Precos barcode scanner option
allows the operator to automatically
load CNC program files by scanning
an associated barcode
Launches up to 10 user defined
applications from AcuNav II tools menu
(AutoCAD, Notepad, Calculator, etc...)
Enhanced Edit Featuresmultiline search and
replace
Message Screen Allows users to display
messages during part program execution
Many customers have requested and purchased
upgrades to AcuNav II and this document
communicates the upgrade paths that are currently
available. Windows XPis currently the preferred
operating system. Vista32 is available upon request.

There are three basic categories of AcuNav I systems.
Those utilizing a PC-LCC laser control, those with an
MPLC laser control, and those without a laser control
card. The upgrade choices for each type are:
1. For a system with a PC-LCC: A new computer
and control box containing a USB motion control
card and MPLC are provided.
2. For a system with an MPLC or no laser control
card: A new computer containing a PCI motion
control card or a new computer and control box
containing a USB motion control card are
provided.
In most cases these upgrades can be pre-configured
at Preco and self installed by the customer. Installation
by a Preco service technician is also available.

Please contact Precos Service Department at
800-799-2583 to discuss the benefits of upgrading
your AcuNav I to AcuNav II.
AcuNav II
Controller Upgrade
Message Box ScreenUsers have the ability to
program a message box to pop up during part
program execution, suspending part program
execution until user responds. Ideal for performing
part inspection and system maintenance.
Parametric ProgrammingAllows operator to
utilize variables within an AcuNav program to
perform arithmetic operations such as addition,
subtraction, multiplication, and division with
conditional/unconditional branching and I/O
control.

Hardware Advantages
Data integrityPC incorporates a two (2) Disk
RAID (Mirror) configuration with backup drive
imaging software for complete system backup
Incorporates the latest PC controller hardware
compatible with 32 bit Microsoft OS(Windows
2000, XP, Vista)
Latest PC controller hardware takes advantage of
Windowsplug-and-play technology minimizing
hardware conflicts

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