Differences

This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.

--- mycnc:mycnc_configuration_dialogs [2019/09/03 13:54] – ivan
+++ mycnc:mycnc_configuration_dialogs [2019/12/30 11:07] – ivan
@@ Line 2: / Line 2: @@
 ====Axes/Motors====
-{{:mycnc:config-axes-motors-002.jpg}}
 The main axes-motors parameters can be configured in the settings by going to **CNC Settings > Axes/Motors**
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-axes-motors-002.jpg}}
   * **Enabled.** Each of the motors for axes X,Y,Z,A,B,C,U,W,V can be enabled or disabled. If any axis is disabled the software ignores All coordinates for this axis and does not send any motion to this axis. It is convenient to disable the axes you don't use on your particular machine.
@@ Line 28: / Line 31: @@
 for Output #1, so both motors connected to Output#0 and Output#1
 will be rotated simultaneously, but in the opposite direction</code>
+++++
 ====Inputs/Outputs/Sensors====
 ===Alarms===
-{{:mycnc:config-alarms-002-main.jpg}}
-myCNC software supports a number of Alarm input.
+myCNC software supports a number of Alarm inputs.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-alarms-002-main.jpg}}
 Any of myCNC controller binary input can be programmed as **Alarm** input. Alarm inputs setup is available in **Alarms** configuration dialog. In the dialog -
@@ Line 42: / Line 49: @@
 MyCNC software has different **Handlers** for Alarm.
+++++
 == Emergency Button ==
-If **Emergency button** Alarm is triggered, the myCNC software stops running any Motion program or Jogging and Run **PLC Handler** for Emergency alarm - **"EST.plc"** PLC procedure. "Emergency button pressed. Program stopped!" message will be shown in the messages list
+If **Emergency button** Alarm is triggered, the myCNC software stops running any Motion program or Jogging and Run **PLC Handler** for Emergency alarm - **"EST.plc"** PLC procedure.
+++++Read more|
+"Emergency button pressed. Program stopped!" message will be shown in the messages list
 {{mycnc:mycnc-messages-list-emergency-stop.png}}
@@ Line 67: / Line 78: @@
 {{mycnc:mycnc-emergency-button-setup-example.png}}
+++++
 ===X-alarms===
-{{:mycnc:config-xalarms-001-main.png}}
-A more flexible alarm system, currently under development. This setting is recommended for users with unconventional cutting setups (such as complex plasma cutting machines with multiple sensors).
+A more flexible alarm system, currently under development.
-X-alarms allow to select the Input Number, the Type of input (normally open or closed), the process that the alarm triggering will be blocking (jog, job, PLC, or a combination of the three), as well as the Hardware/Software PLC Handlers which are summoned whenever the alarm is triggered. Due to being able to create unique PLC procedures, this alarm system can be customized to a much higher degree than the current alarm system which mostly deals with simple usercases.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-xalarms-001-main.png}}
+This setting is recommended for users with unconventional cutting setups (such as complex plasma cutting machines with multiple sensors).
+X-alarms allow to select the Input Number, the Type of input (normally open or closed), the process that the alarm triggering will be blocking (jog, job, PLC, or a combination of the three), as well as the Hardware/Software PLC Handlers which are summoned whenever the alarm is triggered. Due to being able to create unique PLC procedures, this alarm system can be customized to a much higher degree than the current alarm system which mostly deals with simple use cases.
 As the system is currently under development, not all features are yet present or will behave correctly. Stay tuned for further updates.
+++++
 ===Limits===
-{{:mycnc:config-limits-002-main-updated.png}}
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-limits-002-main-updated.png}}
 To configure the **software limits**:
   * Check the "Soft Limits Enabled" checkbox
@@ Line 107: / Line 124: @@
   * Choose the sensor type to either be Normally Closed or Normally Open to specify the default behaviour of the switch
   * Press the "Save" button to save your settings
+++++
 === Triggers/Timers===
-{{:mycnc:config-triggers-001-main.png}}
-Triggers allow the software to interpret the sensor data depending on the sensor behaviour or the current position in the control program. The settings that can be assigned to the triggers are the following:
+Triggers allow the software to interpret the sensor data depending on the sensor behaviour or the current position in the control program.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-triggers-001-main.png}}
+The settings that can be assigned to the triggers are the following:
   * Enabled/disabled toggle to specify whether this particular trigger is on/off.
   * Input number to indicate which particular input the trigger is bound to.
@@ Line 123: / Line 143: @@
   * Pulse time, in order to set how long the process tied to the output pin (such as a coolant system) will be ON
   * Pause time, in order to set how long this process will be OFF
+++++
 === MPG through binary inputs ===
+These settings allow the user to set up the manual pulse generator behaviour.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-mpg-binary-001.png}}
-These settings allow the user to set up the manual pulse generator behaviour. The following settings can be modified:
+The following settings can be modified:
   * Enabled/disabled toggle for each MPG
   * Input ports number (2 ports needed for an MPG).
@@ Line 141: / Line 167: @@
 {{:mycnc:config-062-mpg-et7.png}}
+++++
 === Jog through ADC inputs ===
@@ Line 146: / Line 173: @@
 This function is useful to set up a joystick in order to regulate the speed at which the machine's working tool moves through analog means, allowing for more granular controls.
+++++Read more|
 In order to do so, go to **CNC Settings > Config > Inputs/Outputs/Sensors > Jog through ADC inputs**. The following screen will be presented to you:
@@ Line 185: / Line 213: @@
 {{:mycnc:jog-adc-005.png}}
+++++
 === I/O Expand cards mapping ===
-{{:mycnc:config-io-mapping-001.png}}
 This window is part of the Modbus devices settings. Please consult the [[mycnc:modbus_setup|Modbus Setup]] article for a full overview of the options available.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-io-mapping-001.png}}
 The following options are available for the mapping devices:
@@ Line 203: / Line 235: @@
   * Modbus Input Holding Registers x6
   * Modbus Input Holding Registers x8
+++++
 === ADC mapping ===
-{{:mycnc:config-adc-mapping-001.png}}
 A full manual on the subject is available on the [[mycnc:adc_mapping|ADC Mapping]] page.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-adc-mapping-001.png}}
 The following settings are available to the user:
@@ Line 216: / Line 252: @@
 Please consult the full ADC Mapping manual for setup examples.
+++++
 ===Connections===
-{{:mycnc:config-060-connections-2.png}}
 The connection settings window allows the user to create a connection between some input and some output, effectively binding some input to some response from the controller. Such a setup is useful to create a connection between, for example, turning the dial on an encoder and a change in the feed rate.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-060-connections-2.png}}
 The connections tab outlines:
   * the connection source (ADC, DAC, PWM, Input Pin, Input Port, Output Pin, Output Port, Encoder, Global variable, Item, XItem)
@@ Line 231: / Line 272: @@
 As part of the connection dialog setup, the [[mycnc:rotary_encoder_connection_and_setup|Rotary encoder connection and setup]] manual goes in depth about the encoder settings and connection information. An abbreviated list of Items is available in the [[mycnc:item_list|Common Items List]].
+++++
 ====Network====
 The Network tab is designed to help the user set up the connection with the controller. Upon opening the tab, you are presented with the following window:
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-network-001.png}}
@@ Line 249: / Line 292: @@
   * Master polling profile specifies the network connection behaviour in MS Windows setups. This is set to the //GetTickCount()// option, and should not be changed unless required.
   * Load Default Settings buttons allow the user to load the default network configuration for MS Windows and Linux machines in one click. The only difference between the MS Windows and Linux configurations is in UDP Messages Period field, with 100 and 30 ms respectively.
+++++
 ====Motion====
+++++Read more|
 Upon opening the Motion tab in Settings, you are presented with the following window:
@@ Line 264: / Line 310: @@
 {{  mycnc:mycnc-exact-mode-001.png?450 }}
   * 2D Cutting is used on plasma/gas machines which lack a configurable z-axis. This option is turned OFF by default.
-  * Step-jog count specifies whether the user wants the machine to monitor the inputs sent to it as it is already moving or not. If selected, the machine will count however many signals are sent to it even if it is moving already, if not selected then the machine will ignore other signals until it has completed its initial movement.
+  * Step-jog count specifies whether the user wants the machine to monitor the inputs sent to it as it is already moving or not. If selected, the machine will count however many signals are sent to it even if it is moving already, if not selected then the machine will ignore other signals until it has completed its initial movement. This allows to set up pendant control which will either count the number of impulses sent from the pendant and move an according distance, or will instead try to match the rotation speed of the pendant wheel (moving when the wheel is moved, stopping when the wheel is stopped).
-  * Sync G0 & (G1, G2, G3) Overspeed allows the user to sync the rapid and cutting speeds, allowing the user to use one set of buttons (shown in the screenshot below) to change them at the same time.
+  * **Sync G0 & (G1, G2, G3) Overspeed** allows the user to sync the rapid and cutting speeds, allowing the user to use one set of buttons (shown in the screenshot below) to change them at the same time. If the check mark in the Motion configuration dialog is set to **ON**, then upon pressing the Overspeed buttons on the main screen, both G1/G2/G3 AND the G0 Overspeed will be changed (speeds will be synced). If the check mark is set to **OFF**, only the G1/G2/G3 speeds will be changed upon pressing the main screen buttons, and controlling the G0 overspeed  will be possible through the Motion dialog (see the //Jog, G0 and G1, G2, G3 Overspeeds// line below).
+NOTE: The ET6, ET7 and ET10 controllers have an acceptable overspeed range from 5% to 150%. Setting overspeed to a value higher than 150% may lead to performance issues.
 {{:mycnc:config-motion-002-overspeed.jpg}}
   * Creep Speed specifies the speed of the machine after it begins to cut into the working material. It is advisable to set it to be lower than the actual working speed for a small portion of time at the start of the cut. This time is specified in seconds.
   * Jog, G0 and G1, G2, G3 Overspeeds signify the value by which the speed is higher/lower than the one specified by the running program. This is useful so as to be able to change the speeds on the fly. The max and min values specify the speed boundaries, so if a certain boundary needs to be imposed, the operator cannot accidentally go over or under the max/min speed limits by using the sliders on the main screen. The step meanwhile indicates the increments by which the speed values change when the operator clicks the main screen sliders.
   * Speed/Acceleration table allows the user to edit the values for Feed/Rapid/Jog speeds and accelerations of different axes, as well as the speed/acceleration limits on these axes. Note that the axes can be coupled, with settings for the xy-axes being changed together in the setup shown in this example.
+++++
 ====PLC====
 ===Hardware PLC===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-plc-001-hardware-plc.png}}
 This list presents the available hardware PLC macros, with the ability to add, delete and edit the individual macros as required. After editing the hardware PLC, remember to press the Build All, Save All and Send buttons for the changes to take effect.
+++++
 ===Hardware PLC Templates===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-plc-002-templates.png}}
 This list presents the available templates that are commonly used in some CNC setups, including macros such as Emergency Stop Handler, the CNC Vision camera macros, etc. This page allows the user to load the commonly used macros into the myCNC Hardware PLC list even if the original macros have been changed/removed.
+++++
 ===Hardware PLC: XML configs===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-plc-003-xml.png}}
 XML configs list currently consists of the plc-config.xml file which serves to connect the macros and the screen elements for these macros by assigning and storing proper variable names. This file should not be edited unless strictly necessary.
+++++
 ===PLC Configuration===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-plc-004-plc-configuration.png}}
 The PLC configuration window allows the user to switch to an old-style precompiled ROMFS PLC disk if necessary instead of the more recent Internal PLC Builder setup.
+++++
 ===Software PLC===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-plc-005-software-plc.png}}
 The Software PLC list consists of the PLC macros such as the Oil Change Counter and the Popup Handler which are done on the software side, rather than the hardware side. These Software PLC commands typically consist of items which are less time-critical, but require a continuous timer (like the oil change counter), or items which are loaded once the software is started/existed (__HANDLER_INIT and __HANDLER_EXIT).
+++++
 ====G-codes settings====
 The G-code settings allow the user to fine-tune the preferences for g-code operations.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-gcode-001.png}}
@@ Line 316: / Line 382: @@
   * In certain older CAM software packages, the start/end points of a circle do not coincide correctly, leaving a small gap inbetween the two points which should be directly superimposed. It is possible to disregard very small distance that would be otherwise present between these two points and assume that they are, in fact, the same point using the "G2/G3 is a circle setting". This distance should be set to be small as to not create false positives of two points being otherwise not connected by an arc.
   * CAM code, as well as the Vision system, Flycut and Conveyor licenses are also specified on the G-code page.
+++++
 ====DXF import settings====
+++++Read more|
 The DXF import settings window looks as follows:
@@ Line 336: / Line 405: @@
   * **Spline segments** specifies the number of segments the splines are split into in order to create their linear approximation within the software.
   * Each particular technology can be toggled on/off depending on whether the user wants to see each particular tab on the Import screen (for example, only Knife/Plasma/Gas/Engraving, etc).
+++++
 ====Macro List====
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-001-macro-list.png}}
 The macro list consists of a list of macro commands (for example, the macro commands related to sensors and homing, etc).
+++++
 ====Macro Wizard====
-The macro wizard allows the user to generate macros for actions such as homing and tool measure. The available macro generating windows are described below:
+The macro wizard allows the user to generate macros for actions such as homing and tool measure. The available macro generating windows are described below.
 ===Homing XYZABCUV===
+Homing settings are available for all the potential axes that are used by the myCNC software (X, Y, Z, A, B, C, U, V), as well as the XY-plane.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-002-homing-xyz.png}}
-Homing settings are available for all the potential axes that are used by the myCNC software (X, Y, Z, A, B, C, U, V), as well as the XY-plane.  In order to set up homing, the following settings are available:
+In order to set up homing, the following settings are available:
   * **Homing direction**. This is selected depending on where your sensor is located in relation to the working bit of the machine. If the machine will have to move in the negative x, y or z direction to find it, select - (negative). If the machine will have to move in the positive x, y or z direction, select + (positive direction).
@@ Line 362: / Line 441: @@
 For a full guide on homing, please consult the [[quickstart:mycnc-quick-start:homing_setup|QuickStart Homing Manual]].
+++++
 ===Gantry Alignment===
+The gantry alignment macro allows the user to generate a macro for dual motor gantry alignment.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-003-gantry-alignment.png}}
-The gantry alignment macro allows the user to generate a macro for dual motor gantry alignment. Several methods of gantry alignment can be used. By default, the method with two side sensors to move both motors will be set through this config window, however, more methods which can be set up through PLC can be found in the full [[mycnc:gantry_alignment_macro_wizard|Gantry Alignment]] manual.
+Several methods of gantry alignment can be used. By default, the method with two side sensors to move both motors will be set through this config window, however, more methods which can be set up through PLC can be found in the full [[mycnc:gantry_alignment_macro_wizard|Gantry Alignment]] manual.
 The following settings are available in the default alignment method:
@@ Line 383: / Line 468: @@
   * **Reset work position after align** allows the work position to be set to the alignment position after the procedure has been completed.
   * **Macro filename** is set to M132 by default.
+++++
 ===Back to Path===
+This window generates the back-to-path macro which will later be used to go back to the working path when the machine is stopped/started back up again. Typically, the back to path settings are used by plasma machines, while the Start/Stop On Start are used by mill machines, despite the similarities for the both processes.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-004-back-to-path.png}}
-This window generates the back-to-path macro which will later be used to go back to the working path when the machine is stopped/started back up again. Typically, the back to path settings are used by plasma machines, while the Start/Stop On Start are used by mill machines, despite the similarities for the both processes. The following settings are available:
+The following settings are available:
   * **Lift**: Lift can be chosen between Lift to Top, which goes as high as the machine allows, incremental lift to raise the working tool by a certain vertical distance from the working position, absolute lift to raise the tool to a set height, or no lift to leave it as-is. The absolute/incremental values can be edited in the field below if their respective check marks are flagged.
@@ Line 395: / Line 486: @@
   * **Header/footer** allow to insert other PLC commands before/after the main body of the back-to-path macro. Multiple macro commands should be separated with semicolons.
   * **Macro filename** is typically left to be M990.
+++++
 ===Surface Measure===
+The surface measure config window allows the user to generate a macro which will be then used to check the zero value for the z axis. This is useful when using a sensor on top of a sheet(s) of working material.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-005-surface-measure.png}}
-The surface measure config window allows the user to generate a macro which will be then used to check the zero value for the z axis. This is useful when using a sensor on top of a sheet(s) of working material. The following settings are available for macro generation:
+The following settings are available for macro generation:
   * **Sensor width**. The sensor width/height is specified here, using a negative value. For example, if the sensor width/height is 1 mm, then the value will be equal to -1.
@@ Line 417: / Line 514: @@
 The macro generated during the surface measure setup includes the M89 command which will check if the sensor has been triggered and will then subsequently lift the probing tool up. However, this macro will not trigger if the sensor has already been pressed before running the command (for example, if the operator has set the probe too low and the sensor was already pressed, the spindle will just keep moving downwards resulting in a broken tool). In order to prevent this, the M286 macro has been added in the more recent software versions. The macro checks whether the sensor is triggered before starting to bring down the probe tool, and if the sensor has indeed been triggered already, lifts the tool up in increments of 1 mm. This continues until the tool is no longer touching the sensor, after which the surface measure procedure continues as normal. The M286 macro is generated automatically and should not be edited unless necessary.
+++++
 ===Tool Length Measure===
+Tool length measure macro allows the user to record the precise tool length.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-006-tool-length-measure.png}}
-Tool length measure macro allows the user to record the precise tool length. The following settings are available:
+The following settings are available:
   * **Fake procedure** allows to forego the actual measurement if the user does not have a tool length measuring sensor. This fake procedure effectively allows the user to measure the tool length manually, bringing the machine to an approximate distance that is roughly equal to the tool length. The macro generated will move the machine at a very low speed, and the sensor should be typically set to Normally Closed in order to immediately stop the procedure (the macro will move the machine a very small distance, until the Normally Closed sensor indicates to the machine that the process should be aborted, then the manually set distance will be used as the tool length).
   * **Speed XY** to specify the speed in the xy-axes
@@ Line 433: / Line 536: @@
   * The macro header and macro footer allow to input additional commands before/after the main body of the current macro.
   * The macro filename is set to M421 by default.
+++++
 ===Tool Change===
+The tool change config window allows the users to set up a macro for a tool change procedure.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-007-tool-change.png}}
-The tool change config window allows the users to set up a macro for a tool change procedure. The following settings are available:
+The following settings are available:
   * ATC (automatic tool changer) type. The automatic tool changer type can be set to be Linear, Rotary (DC motor) or Rotary (Stepper/Servo motor).
@@ Line 448: / Line 556: @@
   * Macro header and macro footer add command macros (as well as text/headings as needed) before and after the main body of the Tool Change macro.
   * Macro filename which is usually set to be M6.
+++++
 ====Probing Wizard====
@@ Line 454: / Line 563: @@
 ===Probing Config===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-008-probing-config.png}}
@@ Line 460: / Line 572: @@
   * Ball diameter and center correction for correcting a difference between a perfect ball center and the actual imperfect physical sensor (if the ball is not perfectly round and is rather of a slightly oval shape). The values for the correction are typically found experimentally by measuring the sensor ball with high-precision instruments.
   * Sensor number and type. This designates the particular port used for the probe sensor, as well as its behaviour when not being in contact with any surface. This default behaviour can be checked in the Diagnostics window, and inverted in the Hardware > Common Hardware Settings window if needed. Pressing Enable Probe sensor protection button after setting the particular port desired will automatically mirror these settings in the Inputs/Outputs/Sensors > Triggers/Timers window.
+++++
 ===Probing Macro Wizard===
+The probing macro wizard allows the user to generate the relevant probing macro for each particular shape and setup.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-009-probing-macro-wizard.png}}
-The probing macro wizard allows the user to generate the relevant probing macro for each particular shape and setup. This wizard involves the macro header, the macro footer, the main() header for the automatically generated M288 macro, the necessary tool lift to safely move the probe over to the required location, and the available shapes for each of which a different macro can be generated (the macro names can be seen in the top line of each respective shape macro). These shapes allow to load in a macro preset for the particular case, and to easily edit the probing macros.
+This wizard involves the macro header, the macro footer, the main() header for the automatically generated M288 macro, the necessary tool lift to safely move the probe over to the required location, and the available shapes for each of which a different macro can be generated (the macro names can be seen in the top line of each respective shape macro). These shapes allow to load in a macro preset for the particular case, and to easily edit the probing macros.
 The save config button located in this window will save each individual macro that has been selected.
@@ Line 471: / Line 589: @@
 More information on using the probe can be found in the QuickStart [[quickstart:mycnc-quick-start:probe_setup|Setting up the probe tool]] manual.
+++++
 ==== Preferences ====
 === Common ===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-preferences-common-006.jpg}}
@@ Line 497: / Line 619: @@
   * **SSD Write Optimization** toggle controls the program utilizing cache instead of writing to disk. This is turned ON by default.
   * **KSpingBox** settings specify the behaviour of the control buttons on the main software screen (such as the overspeed buttons). These settings are usually left to be at their default values unless changes are necessary.
+++++
 === Start/Stop ===
+The Start/Stop settings specify the behaviour of the machine as the start/stop commands are sent to it.
+++++Read more|
 {{:quickstart:mycnc-quick-start:start-stop-001-preferences-window.jpg}}
-The Start/Stop settings specify the behaviour of the machine as the start/stop commands are sent to it. Among other settings, this window allows to edit the back-to-path behaviour on mill machines through the On Start section.
+Among other settings, this window allows to edit the back-to-path behaviour on mill machines through the On Start section.
 Consult the QuickStart [[quickstart:mycnc-quick-start:start-stop-setup|Start/Stop Setup]] for a full overview of the available features.
+NOTE: Some plasma features (such as the tie toolpath to position button) require to have axes selected in the ''Toolpath Position checking'' field. Without the check marks for the axes that you would like the machine to check for, no action will be performed (on plasma machine, X and Y axes are recommended to be selected).
+++++
 ===Shape Library Settings===
+The shape library settings allow the user to load in different modules designed for different machines and applications.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-010-shape-library-settings.png}}
-The shape library settings allow the user to load in different modules designed for different machines and applications. In order to prevent clutter in the Shape Library, only the necessary shapes can be selected to be displayed. The following subcategories are available, with the particular G-code start commands that are used for each particular setup listed in the title of each category:
+In order to prevent clutter in the Shape Library, only the necessary shapes can be selected to be displayed. The following subcategories are available, with the particular G-code start commands that are used for each particular setup listed in the title of each category:
   * Gas-M20
   * Gas-tube-M20
@@ Line 522: / Line 657: @@
 NOTE: The shape library packages must be located in the lib folder. Trying to access the shape library from other folders, even with the correct filepath, can lead to issues with the Shape Library.
+++++
 ====Screen====
+The screen settings allow the user to edit the appearance of myCNC software.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-011-screen.png}}
-The screen settings allow the user to edit the appearance of myCNC software. The following settings can be edited:
+The following settings can be edited:
-  * **Language** can be switched by inputting the corresponding two-letter acronym (**en** for English, **ru** for Russian, **es** for Spanish, **pl** for Polish). More languages will be added to myCNC software in the near future. If a native speaker desires to aid the localization process, the myCNC team will provide the user with the myCNC translation .xls file
+  * **Language** can be switched by inputting the corresponding two-letter acronym (**en** for English, **ru** for Russian, **es** for Spanish, **pl** for Polish). More languages will be added to myCNC software in the near future. If a native speaker desires to aid the localization process, the myCNC team will provide the user with the myCNC translation .xls file (more information is available in the [[other:language-localization|Language Localization]] manual).
   * **Theme** can be switched by specifying the path to the folder containing all the images for a given theme. This folder should be located in opt/myCNC/art/buttons-no-theme.
-  * **Buttons skin** field specifies the folder from which the icon frames are taken. This folder should be located in myCNC/art/buttons-no-theme/THEMENAME and the field is using the **rect** folder by default.
+  * **Buttons skin** field specifies the folder from which the icon frames are taken. This folder should be located in myCNC/art/buttons-no-theme/THEMENAME and the field is using the **rect** folder by default. Read more about **themes** and **button skins** [[mycnc:mycnc_configuration_dialogs:theme|here]]
   * **Style** can be specified via a [name].style (x.style by default) file which can be found in .config/myCNC/profiles/PROFILENAME. Note that the stylesheet should only be changed when strictly necessary as it allows to edit the entire myCNC layout throughout the application. More information about the styling used in the x.style sheet can be found at the [[https://doc.qt.io/qt-5/stylesheet.html|Qt Style Sheet Wiki]]
   * **Full screen** toggle to make the myCNC application full screen
@@ Line 550: / Line 691: @@
     * Widget size, in px
     * Buttons present in the widget (axes, jog buttons, +/- buttons, pendant step buttons)
+++++
 ===Colors===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-012-colors.png}}
 The colours config window allows the user to customize the visuals of the myCNC application. In this window, presets such as the dark grey and the dark blue themes can be preloaded, or customized completely from the ground up. When the user is satisfied with their particular theme, they can export it by using the Export Colors to File button.
+++++
 ===Visualisation Colors===
+The visualisation color settings allow the user to specify the colors that will be used in the program visualization for each of the tools in the program code.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-072-visualisation-colors.png}}
-The visualisation color settings allow the user to specify the colors that will be used in the program visualization for each of the tools in the program code. This allows the user to set each tool to an easily distinguishable color:
+This allows the user to set each tool to an easily distinguishable color:
 {{:mycnc:2019-08-26-colours.png}}
@@ Line 567: / Line 719: @@
   * Width specifies the 2D width line, alpha specifies the 3D opacity (0 for transparent, 255 for opaque).
   * Highlights are currently supported for 2D profiles only (such as plasma), and allow the user to highlight a certain tool path by clicking upon it.
+++++
 ===Popup Messages===
+This section deals with the popup messages that the myCNC software presents to the user when an event requiring attention occurs.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-013-popup-messages.png}}
-This section deals with the popup messages that the myCNC software presents to the user when an event requiring attention occurs. The following settings are available:
+The following settings are available:
   * Popup Message Number
@@ Line 590: / Line 749: @@
 For an example on popup messages, please consult the [[plc:how_to_add_mandatory_homing_after_emergency_button_and-or_servo_ready_alarm|How to add mandatory Homing after Emergency Button and-or Servo ready alarm]] manual.
+++++
 ===3D Visualization===
+D Visualization deals with the visualization window on the main screen of the myCNC program. It allows to visualize the incoming G-code commands to easily present to the user the current layout and work tool position.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-014-3d-visualisation.png}}
-D Visualization deals with the visualization window on the main screen of the myCNC program. It allows to visualize the incoming G-code commands to easily present to the user the current layout and work tool position. The following settings are available:
+The following settings are available:
   * Disable Visualization toggle
@@ Line 619: / Line 784: @@
   * Direction (+/-, CW/CCW)
   * Tilt toggle for the a, b and c axes. These specify whether the abc axes are used as tilt axes (typically on a tangential knife setup, not on profiles like Mill, etc).
+++++
 ====Work offsets====
+The work offsets list specifies the offsets for each coordinate system (G54 to G59.3).
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-015-work-offsets.png}}
-The work offsets list specifies the offsets for each coordinate system (G54 to G59.3). The home positions for G28 and G30 are also specified in this window, allowing the user to set a preferred home position. These offsets can be set for any axis (XYZABCUV), and are specified in mm.
+The home positions for G28 and G30 are also specified in this window, allowing the user to set a preferred home position. These offsets can be set for any axis (XYZABCUV), and are specified in mm.
 NOTE: The G28/G30 home positions MUST be set correctly if G28/G30 codes are used in the control program. Failing to set them correctly will lead to the control program stopping at the G28/G30 line and not moving forward in the code as an internal error message will be presented to the program.
+++++
 ====Parking coordinates====
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-016-parking-coordinates.png}}
 The parking coordinates specify the preset parking positions that are saved in the myCNC software for future use. The user can set up to ten parking positions for their convenience, by specifying the X, Y and Z coordinates. The current parking position and the current parking number is also kept in this window.
+++++
 ====Technology====
@@ Line 637: / Line 813: @@
 ==Plasma Settings==
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-017-plasma-settings.png}}
 {{:mycnc:config-054-plasma-settings-2.png}}
@@ Line 656: / Line 835: @@
   * Auto Gas Console settings. myCNC software allows for gas control using the software PLC commands rather than through the machine. This setting is tailored to the specific customer. If you are interested in the Auto Gas Console settings tailored for your specific needs, please contact the myCNC team through the [[https://www.pv-automation.com/contacts|Contact Us page]].
+++++
 ==Hypertherm Communication==
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-018-hypertherm-communication.png}}
@@ Line 663: / Line 846: @@
 The screen also allows the user to check the reply log from the Hypertherm machine to see if communication has been established/if any errors are present.
+++++
 ==Hypertherm Diagnistics==
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-019-hypertherm-diagnostics.png}}
@@ Line 670: / Line 858: @@
 The diagnostics window is used if the Hypertherm interface was chosen for current control. The window allow to check the power supply status for things like PWM/choppers, the statistics for usage time and errors, the temperatures for the machine, the software revisions, gas types and pressures (auto or manual). The window also features a similar set of buttons to the Hypertherm Communication window to test the preflow and cutflow directly from the diagnostics panel (typically to find out the pressures for the plasma and shield gas flows).
+++++
 ===Gas/Oxyfuel===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-020-gas-oxyfuel.png}}
@@ Line 677: / Line 870: @@
   * **Enable** toggle to enable/disable gas cutting
   * **Break heating variable number**. During the preheating process, while the metal is being heated up to its cutting temperature, the operator might decide that the heating process has gone on long enough and stop preheating/start cutting. In order to do that, the operator will typically have a stop button or some sort of control through which the command to stop the preheat is sent to the controller (which would otherwise be using a timer to specify the preheat time, as can be seen in the PLC file). The //break_heating// variable is used to stop this timed process and move to the next part of the cutting cycle.  This number is specified in the //vars.h// file which can be found in the PLC tab (var15 break_heating is typically used, although other variable numbers can be used on more complex machine setups).
+++++
 ===Cutcharts===
+The cutcharts settings window allows the user to edit the cutcharts window and the cutchart information which is often used in the plasma profiles.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-021-cutcharts.png}}
-The cutcharts settings window allows the user to edit the cutcharts window and the cutchart information which is often used in the plasma profiles. The following settings are available:
+The following settings are available:
   * Show Cutcharts tab widget toggle. This is a legacy settings that is typically only used on the 1024P series profiles. The setting toggles the cutchart icon on and off so that it can be accessed from the main software screen from the left user panel. Not used on the recent 1366 series profiles.
 {{:mycnc:config-063-cutcharts-1024profile.png}}
@@ Line 695: / Line 894: @@
   * Import buttons for XML and CSV cutcharts. This allows the user to import a cutchart in a different database format.
   * Filters for the cutcharts, which include Process, Material, Thickness, Current, Gases and Nozzle. These specify which categories the user will be able to filter the cutcharts by from the cutcharts window,accessed from the main screen of myCNC software.
+++++
 ===THC===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-022-thc.png}}
 This is part of the Torch Height Control Setup which is used on plasma machines. Please consult the [[thc:thc|THC]] article for more information.
+++++
 ===Mill/Lathe===
 ==Spindle==
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-023-spindle.png}}
 {{:mycnc:config-058-spindle3.png}}
@@ Line 733: / Line 939: @@
   - **Read Registers**. VFD might have some status/diagnostic registers to read. The values may contain useful information such as the current power, current speed, temperature, errors, current status etc. You may select some register to perform automatic readings and to show the value in this window.
   - "Write registers" and "Read registers" are different for different VFD manufacturers. We have pre-defined register addresses for the VFD inverters we tested. To set up register addresses, simply press the button with your particular VFD type.
+++++
 ==Tools==
+The tools page allows to outline the specifications of existing tools such as their length, diameter and offset.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-024-tools.png}}
-The tools page allows to outline the specifications of existing tools such as their length, diameter and offset. The following settings are available:
+The following settings are available:
   * **Tool lift**, to specify safe travel distance for the tool.
@@ Line 745: / Line 956: @@
   * **Tool Diameter**, in mm
   * **Tool Offsets** for the X, Y and C axes. The tool offsets are done relative to some base/main tool which is considered to be at a 0 offset for all axes, and the rest of the tool offsets are recorded in relation to that main 0-offset tool.
+++++
 ==ATC Pots==
+CURRENTLY UNDER DEVELOPMENT. This feature is designed for machines with long automated runs.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-025-atc-pots.png}}
-CURRENTLY UNDER DEVELOPMENT. This feature is designed for machines with long automated runs. The following settings are available:
+The following settings are available:
   * Tool number. A single tool number can be assigned to different pots, unlike in conventional machining. This way, separate pots can be used for storage of the same tool (or a tool with the same number which will later have its length measured).
@@ Line 757: / Line 974: @@
   * Max time specifies the maximum working time until a tool will have to be replaced by another tool with the same number from the next pot.
   * Pot coordinates XYZ.
+++++
 ==Lathe==
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-026-lathe.png}}
@@ Line 773: / Line 994: @@
   * Tool list, listing the available tools
   * Tool specs table, listing the tool numbers, tool lengths in the x and z direction (negative values), x and z tool compensation, and tool tip radius.
+++++
 ===Multi Head===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-027-multi-head.png}}
@@ Line 781: / Line 1006: @@
   * Offset X, Y which are done relative to some zero position
   * Unlike the XY offsets, the Zero Z coordinate is not changed from this window, but rather through the tool length measure and surface measure procedures (to specify the offset in the z-axis).
+++++
 ===Laser Control===
+Allows for fine laser control at different speeds. This allows to prevent overheating when approaching corners, etc.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-028-laser-control.png}}
-Allows for fine laser control at different speeds. This allows to prevent overheating when approaching corners, etc. The following settings are available:
+The following settings are available:
   * Enable/disable toggle
   * Min/Max control values. This allows the user to set values from 0 to 99 percent of the total laser power.
   * Speed ranges for min/max values set the speeds range in which the laser power will be changed between the two values set above (everything below the min speed value will be at min control value, everything above the max speed value will be at max control value, and in the range in-between the two speed values there will be a linear transition between the two control values).
   * PWM channel to specify the channel designated for laser control
+++++
 ===Tangential Knife===
+The full manual for the knife setup and the knife behaviour can be found at [[quickstart:mycnc-quick-start:tangential-knife-setup|the QuickStart page for Tangential Knife Setup]]
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-029-tangential-knife.png}}
@@ Line 801: / Line 1039: @@
   * Lift height
-The full manual for the knife setup and the knife behaviour can be found at [[quickstart:mycnc-quick-start:tangential-knife-setup|the QuickStart page for Tangential Knife Setup]]
+++++
 ===Special Purpose===
 ==Flatbed correction==
-{{:mycnc:config-030-flatbed-correction.png}}
 Flatbed correction allows the user to take into account an uneven working table. This is done by first measuring the table and then using the values to correct for what would otherwise be discrepancies in the z-axis.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-030-flatbed-correction.png}}
   * **Enable** toggle to enable/disable flatbed correction
@@ Line 817: / Line 1058: @@
 By adding these correction points, myCNC software will use triangulation in order to create a complete updated map of the working table. From here on, whenever Flatbed Correction is enabled, the machine will automatically adjust the z-axis height of the working tool in order to adjust for the table level changes depending on where in the XY-plane the machine is currently located.
+++++
 ==Height map==
-{{:mycnc:config-031-height-map.png}}
 The height map window specifies the axes to log, the log header, the format string, and the file name for the map.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-031-height-map.png}}
+The height map is typically utilized for the per-job height probing described in the [[mycnc:height_mapping|3D Height Mapping manual]]. It is necessary to change the filepath to include the correct username for the machine (for example, /home/USERNAME/heights.map) as opposed to the default username specified in myCNC software (sk/mycnc/etc).
+The height map file will be then saved as heights.map.raw file with an array of XYZ points stored in it to create a height map of the working surface through triangulation.
+++++
 ==3D Printer==
-{{:mycnc:config-032-3d-printer.png}}
 The 3D printer Config window monitors the two thermal sensors which measure ADC signals and convert them into temperature values in degrees. This is necessary as there is no direct way to display the ADC outputs in a meaningful way without first converting.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-032-3d-printer.png}}
 Related to the 3D printing setup, the Axes/Motors Config window allows to set a motor for axis E (extrusion), which controls the rate at which the working material is being extruded, or the X+Y, X-Y motor axes. These are designed for 3D printer configurations where two motors are connected to the same working belt, which is then used to move the machine. The motors attached can therefore be used for both axes, depending on which combination of motor movements is used.
+++++
 ==Multi-Device==
+The multi-device window allows the user to set up master/slave relationships between controllers, with one master and multiple slave devices.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-069-multidevice-001.png}}
 {{:mycnc:config-070-multidevice-002.png}}
-The multi-device window allows the user to set up master/slave relationships between controllers, with one master and multiple slave devices. This is done by using their IP addresses and specifying there PLC procedures in the PLC Rom setting (available upon request). The Inputs window allows to use the input ports of the slave controllers as alarms or triggers. This is similar to the Inputs/Outputs/Sensors > I/O Expand cards mapping window, as it allows to use ports from other devices if the main (master) device needs to have its ports expanded. The Multi-Device window however allows for a much more extensive and complex setup, and should be used on machines which would otherwise be limited by the simpler I/O Expansion process.
+This is done by using their IP addresses and specifying there PLC procedures in the PLC Rom setting (available upon request). The Inputs window allows to use the input ports of the slave controllers as alarms or triggers. This is similar to the Inputs/Outputs/Sensors > I/O Expand cards mapping window, as it allows to use ports from other devices if the main (master) device needs to have its ports expanded. The Multi-Device window however allows for a much more extensive and complex setup, and should be used on machines which would otherwise be limited by the simpler I/O Expansion process.
 The Test and PID config tabs are special purpose only, and should not be used by regular users.
+++++
 ==MaxLaser==
+MaxLaser allows for laser etching/marking to be used in conjunction with plasma cutting, typically to be able to easily identify the parts that are being cut by recording their number, etc.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-033-maxlaser.png}}
-MaxLaser allows for laser etching/marking to be used in conjunction with plasma cutting, typically to be able to easily identify the parts that are being cut by recording their number, etc. The following settings are available:
+The following settings are available:
   * Laser speed, in mm/min
   * Power, in percent
@@ Line 855: / Line 1122: @@
 An example of the MaxLaser technology being used by one of myCNC's customers (used in conjunction with a plasma cutting process in order to easily identify individual parts): {{youtube>272pglpmjEs?medium}}
+++++
 ==Circular Saw==
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-034-circular-saw.png}}
 Special user case settings for a saw machine setup. Information available upon request, as the setup has been fine-tuned to a specific machine and may need extensive alteration for new customers.
+++++
 ==PWM PIDs==
+This settings window allows for PID control by using PWM and ADC ports to create a PID control loop.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-035-pwm-pids.png}}
-This settings window allows for PID control by using PWM and ADC ports to create a PID control loop. For example, PID control is used in the 3D printing setup for temperature sensor control. This window allows to edit the following values:
+For example, PID control is used in the 3D printing setup for temperature sensor control. This window allows to edit the following values:
   * K0 (offset value for the ratio that will bring the curve up/down)
   * K (ratio value to multiply the result by)
-  * P (proportional control ratio)
+  * P - proportional gain (proportional control ratio)
-  * I (integral control ratio)
+  * I - integral gain (integral control ratio)
-  * D (derivative control ratio)
+  * D -derivative gain (derivative control ratio)
   * Dead zone, which specifies a range in which inputs are outputted as a zero value
-  * Control Min/Max
+  * Control Min/Max signifies the bounds for the PID PWM control
-  * Sensor Offset
+  * Sensor Offset allows to take into account sensors that do not start at zero (for example, a sensor that goes 1-5V)
-  * Sensor ratio (1/1024)
+  * Sensor ratio (1/1024) - scaling coefficient to convert the result from some raw input value into the expected value range
+A manual on using PWM PIDs in order to control an Automatic Gas Console is available [[mycnc:mycnc_setup:automatic_gas_console|on this page]].
+++++
 ==Modbus servo==
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-036-modbus-servo.png}}
 Deprecated settings window, not used in the recent software versions. Has been replaced by full Modbus setups, information on which can be found in the [[mycnc:modbus_setup|Modbus Setup]] manual.
+++++
 ==Exhaust/Extraction control==
-{{:mycnc:config-037-exhaust-extraction-control.png}}
-Exhaust control is done to allow for exhaust pipes on the machine to open depending on where the working tool currently is. The following settings are available:
+Exhaust control is done to allow for exhaust pipes on the machine to open depending on where the working tool currently is.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-037-exhaust-extraction-control.png}}
+The following settings are available:
   * Axis (X/Y/Z). Typically exhaust control is built for one axis, as it would be too complex for typical machines to create a 2- or 3-axes setup (only one row of exhaust pipes is normally used)
   * Min and max positions specify the minimum and maximum coordinates for the exhaust control (the coordinates from the specified axis that would turn ON a particular exhaust pipe). Therefore, it is necessary to add as many individual setting fields as there are exhaust pipes that need to be turned on/off.
   * Slot specifies the port that will be switched on/off. This can be a relay/PWM port/etc.
   * Inversion toggle to specify whether the exhaust should be turned on or off by default (while the working tool is not in the exhaust pipe coordinate range)
+++++
 ====Camera====
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-038-camera.png}}
-The camera system allows to correct an imported DXF file if the working material has been stretched/compressed/rotated by using reference markers that have been calibrated using myCNC software. For a full overview of CNC Vision Camera setup, please consult the [[quickstart:mycnc-quick-start:cnc-vision-setup|QuickStart CNC Vision manual]].
+The camera system allows to correct an imported DXF file if the working material has been stretched/compressed/rotated by using reference markers that have been calibrated using myCNC software.
+For a full overview of CNC Vision Camera setup, please consult the [[quickstart:mycnc-quick-start:cnc-vision-setup|QuickStart CNC Vision manual]].
+++++
 ====5 axes RTCP===
+This setting allows to set up the rotational tool center pointer for bevel cutting on 4/5 axes machines.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-039-5-axes-rtcp.png}}
-This setting allows to set up the rotational tool center pointer for bevel cutting on 4/5 axes machines. RTCP allows to compensate for a rotation of the working tool (that would otherwise lift up due to moving from a 90 degree position to a 60 degree position, for example). The following settings are available:
+RTCP allows to compensate for a rotation of the working tool (that would otherwise lift up due to moving from a 90 degree position to a 60 degree position, for example). The following settings are available:
   * Enabled/disabled toggle
   * RTCP kinematics. 0 is off, 1 and 2 are the different correction options. As of version 1.88.3271 of the myCNC software, only options 0/2 should be used (1 will not work for a vast majority of setups).
@@ Line 908: / Line 1207: @@
 NOTE #2: RTCP can be used by both 5-axes setups and for the 4-axes setups where the software assumes one axis to be equal to 0.
+++++
 ====Panel/Pendant====
 ===Wireless Pendant/XHC===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-040-wireless-pendant-xhc.png}}
 The full manual can be found at the [[mycnc:wireless_pendants|Wireless Pendants]] page, including the list of all possible commands/actions that are used in the Wireless Pendant, Operator Panel, and other config dialogs.
+++++
 ===Operator Panel===
+The operator panel is similar to the wireless pendant in that it allows to set up a separate input mechanism from the traditional screen/keyboard. It allows to set up a connection between the pressed keys and actions which are listed in the [[mycnc:wireless_pendants|Wireless Pendants]] manual.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-041-operator-panel.png}}
-  * The operator panel is similar to the wireless pendant in that it allows to set up a separate input mechanism from the traditional screen/keyboard. It allows to set up a connection between the pressed keys and actions which are listed in the [[mycnc:wireless_pendants|Wireless Pendants]] manual.
   * The Serial Communication section outlines the connection information and allows the user to load some default sets of keys. Keys can also be imported from a file which is located in the
   * Keys can be set to trigger a certain action both when pressed and released. It is possible, for example, to set up a key which would pause the program when pressed, and then start it up again when the key is released.
+++++
 ===Gamepad===
-{{:mycnc:config-071-gamepad-updated.png}}
 Allows the user to take control of the machine through a joystick/gamepad controller.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-071-gamepad-updated.png}}
 After connecting a gamepad to the host computer, the following options are available:
@@ Line 937: / Line 1248: @@
 Another option for joystick control can be found in the [[mycnc:jog_through_adc_inputs|Jog through ADC inputs]] section of myCNC settings.
+++++
 ===Hotkeys===
-{{:mycnc:config-043-hotkeys.png}}
 The Hotkeys settings window describes the possible hotkeys which are present in the software. These keys allow the user to control the machine directly from the keyboard, by using some commands which the user can assign to different actions.
-By default, the Shift and Control key are used to set different values of the Jog Overspeed %, allowing the user to quickly control jog speed with a single press. These can be set to be at different percentages (10 and 100 by default).
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-043-hotkeys.png}}
+By default, the Shift and Control key are used to set different values of the Jog Overspeed %, allowing the user to quickly control jog speed with a single press. These can be set to be at different percentages (10 and 100 by default, 150 is typically the highest safe value on the ET6, ET7 and ET10 controollers).
 The hotkeys for moving the axes are also set in this dialog window by assigning each particular axis direction to the arrow keys.
@@ Line 952: / Line 1267: @@
   * The particular action (read more about actions in the [[mycnc:wireless_pendants|Wireless Pendants]] manual).
   * Specific command (if applicable to the particular action, as some simpler actions don't require a specific command).
+++++
 ===Hardkeys===
+Hardkeys allow the user to connect a button or a key directly to the myCNC controller which will then cause a certain event when pressed/released.
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-044-hardkeys.png}}
-Hardkeys allow the user to connect a button or a key directly to the myCNC controller which will then cause a certain event when pressed/released. The following settings are available:
+The following settings are available:
   * Input Number, which specifies the input to which the hardkey is connected (can be checked in the Diagnostics window)
   * Pressed/released specifies the state to activate the corresponding event. This is similar to rising/falling edge on the triggers setup.
   * Autorepeat generates the rising edge continuously. This behaviour is useful when the button long-press needs to correspond to a gradual increase/decrease in some value, allowing to input some changes over time by continuously transmitting a rising edge signal.
   * Slots describe the available events, which are the same as in the [[mycnc:wireless_pendants|Wireless Pendants]] manual, ranging from job stop/start for quick controls, to jog commands, to running a particular PLC procedure. Please consult the Wireless Pendants list to find out more about the particular Slots and Parameters.
+++++
 ====Hardware====
 ===Common Hardware Settings===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-045-common-hardware-settings.png}}
@@ Line 979: / Line 1304: @@
   * Command buffer size is chosen between 8k and 16k. 16k is always chosen for newer firmware (after November 2015) and on all the newer boards. Only the ET1/ET3 boards with firmware which has not been updated use 8k.
   * ET6-ET10 overspeed bugfix toggle - this setting is not useful for the newer boards, as those automatically transmit their firmware version to the myCNC program. Useful on older ET6/ET10 boards as the overspeed parameter was counted differently on those from the more recent ET3/ET7 boards.
+++++
 ===Encoders===
-{{:mycnc:config-046-encoders.png}}
 The Encoders config window allows the user to fine-tune encoder settings. This window is typically not useful for simple tasks (such as using a rotary encoder to control overspeed, etc), as it allows for further finetuning of the encoder values.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:encoders-008-config.png}}
 The following settings are available:
-  * Encoder resolution for each particular encoder number.
+  * Encoder Number Lines for each particular encoder - this allows to specify the total number of lines/markings per one full rotation of the encoder wheel (note that this is different from the total pulses per one rotation, which would be specified in Settings > Config > Inputs/Outputs/Sensors > MPG through binary inputs).
   * The current encoder value is displayed on this screen. This is the fastest way to check if the encoder is connected/working - for example, turning an MPG wheel handle should immediately change the current encoder value in this field for the selected encoder.
   * Z-position is displayed
-  * Mul coefficients (multiplication value)
+  * Mul coefficients, as well as /(2^Div) values. These Mul and Div coefficients are used due to the fact that the controller cannot handle floating number data in calculations, therefore it is necessary to first multiply and then divide a number by certain coefficients. They are used to bring the value of the encoder in line with the pulses/unit value specified in the Axes/Motors tab. Larger numbers allow to reduce the error. For example, if the ratio between the Axes/Motors value and the encoder pulse/unit value is 3.5, then the multiplication value (Mul) can be set to 7, while Div can be set to 1 (//2^1 =2, 7/2 = 3.5//).
-  * /(2^Div). These Mul and Div coefficients are used due to the fact that the controller cannot handle floating number data in calculations, therefore it is necessary to first multiply and then divide a number by certain coefficients. They are used to bring the value of the encoder in line with the pulses/unit value specified in the Axes/Motors tab. Larger numbers allow to reduce the error. For example, if the ratio between the Axes/Motors value and the encoder pulse/unit value is 3.5, then the multiplication value (Mul) can be set to 7, while Div can be set to 1 (//2^1 =2, 7/2 = 3.5//).
   * Encoder position
   * Position
   * Attached to motor flag (has been moved to Analog and Pulse-Dir Close Loop settings in the recent software versions).
-More information on encoders is available in the [[mycnc:rotary_encoder_connection_and_setup|Rotary encoder connection and setup]] manual which goes through some connection examples.
+More information on encoders is available in the [[mycnc:rotary_encoder_connection_and_setup|Rotary encoder connection and setup]] manual which goes through some connection examples. Additional information on using the ET10 encoder inputs with an MPG wheel is avaialble in the [[mycnc:mpg_through_binary_inputs|MPG through binary inputs]] manual.
+++++
-===Analogue Closed Loop===
+===Analog Closed Loop===
-{{:mycnc:config-047-analogue-closed-loop.png}}
 This allows to create an analog closed loop system with PID controls. More information on PID control and closed loop configurations is available in the [[mycnc:closed_loop_configuration|MyCNC closed loop configuration]] manual.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-047-analogue-closed-loop.png}}
 The following settings are available:
@@ Line 1015: / Line 1346: @@
 Such a system can have its Mul/Div ratio set to be at 1, as it is not required to bring it in line with the Axes/Motors pulse/unit values.
+++++
 ===Pulse-Dir Closed Loop===
-{{:mycnc:config-048-pulse-dir-closed-loop.png}}
 This window allows for fine-tuning of PID control for pulse-dir closed loops. More information on the PID control is available in the Encoder/Analog Closed Loop sections above, as well as in the [[mycnc:closed_loop_configuration|MyCNC closed loop configuration]] manual.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-048-pulse-dir-closed-loop.png}}
 In this case, it is necessary to set a proper ratio using the Mul/Dir coefficients from the Encoder window. The following settings are available:
@@ Line 1029: / Line 1364: @@
 Overall, the setup for this window is similar to the Analog Closed Loop setup earlier.
+++++
 ===ET2/ET4===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-049-et2-et4.png}}
 Deprecated settings window for the ET2/ET4 control boards.
+++++
 ===Host Modbus===
+This is part of the Modbus device setup, and is part of a longer manual series which can be found here: [[mycnc:modbus_setup|Modbus Setup]].
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-050-host-modbus.png}}
-This is part of the Modbus device setup, and is part of a longer manual series which can be found here: [[mycnc:modbus_setup|Modbus Setup]]. This section deals with Modbus communication with the host computer (the description of the setup can be found in this manual: [[mycnc:host_modbus_api|Host Modbus API]]).
+This section deals with Modbus communication with the host computer (the description of the setup can be found in this manual: [[mycnc:host_modbus_api|Host Modbus API]]).
 The following settings are available in the Host Modbus config settings window:
@@ Line 1045: / Line 1391: @@
   * Timeout, in ms
   * Number of retries for a failed message delivery
+++++
 ====Advanced====
 ===Profile===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-051-profile.png}}
 This window lists all the relevant profile xml files which define how the screen, settings, etc are laid out. These files should not be edited unless strictly necessary, as it they define the entire screen layout, the current settings config, the tools, and more.
+++++
 ===Debug===
+++++Read more|
 {{:mycnc:config-052-debug.png}}
 The debug window allows the user to create a debug log file. Typically not useful for end users, mostly for technical support and repair engineers.
+++++
 ===UI Settings===
-{{:mycnc:config-053-ui-settings.png}}
 The UI settings allow the user to edit their on-screen UI.
+++++Read more|
+{{:mycnc:config-053-ui-settings.png}}
   * Allow to edit cnc-screen.xml is an experimental feature which should be used with caution, as it allows editing of most on-screen elements and can lead to unforeseen consequences. It is mostly used to look up button functions that might not be otherwise obvious. Currently, if the save button is pressed during the editing process, a new .xml file will be created in your profile's folder, titled **cnc-screen-custom.xml**. If this is the case, a blank screen will be presented to you during the next program loading, with the entire screen erased. To fix this, navigate to your profile's folder and delete the new custom file (the old //cnc-screen.xml// will still be intact as it is not impacted by the changes).
   * The user is able to select particular tabs to display on the main screen, such as the Vars tab, Diagnose, Library and others.
   * Tabs shown after pressing the Settings button from the main screen of myCNC software can also be configured here. These include System, Support, PLC, Stats, Log and Cutcharts tab.
+++++