Machine Activation / Time Extension - NGC

Important: This procedure is intended to be performed by a Haas Certified Service technician. 

1

To get the activation code for machine installation:

Log on to the hbc.haascnc.com

NOTE: Only Haas Certified Service technicians can log into this site.

Select the Service tab.

Select Activations.

Select Machine Installation.

Enter the correct information in these fields:

  • Select Machine
  • Machine Details
  • Service Tech Validate
  • Notice
  • Machine Address
  • Activation Details
  • Review

Select Submit to get the activation code.

2

To get the activation code for a time extension:

Log on to the hbc.haascnc.com

NOTE: Only Haas Certified Service technicians can log into this site.

Select the Service tab.

Select Machine Activation Codes.

Select Time Extension.

Enter the correct information in these fields:

  • Select Machine
  • Machine Details
  • Time Details
  • Review

Select Submit to get the activation code.

3

Push [DIAGNOSTIC] to go to Parameters, Diagnostics, and Maintenance screen.

Navigate to Parameters.

Select Activation.

Enter the activation code.

Push [ENTER].

200 Hour Option Tryout - NGC

Applies to machines built from July 2015

200 Hour Option Tryout

1

Push [DIAGNOSTIC] to go to Parameters, Diagnostics, and Maintenance.

Select the Parameters tab.

Select the Features tab.

Push [ENTER] to start the tryout period.

Push [ENTER] on an active tryout to stop the tryout period. You can activate the tryout again later.

Cycle the power.

 Note: The 200 hour option Tryout is for features that have the status Tryout Available.

For option activation, refer to the Option Activation - NGC procedure.

Option - Activation Code + Patch - NGC

Tools Required

NOTE:  This is procedure should only be performed by a Haas certified service technician. 

  • Haas Control Key

NGC - Options Table

The options in the table require you to load a patch, enter an activation code, or both to operate correctly.

For options that only require the activation code, refer to Option - Activation  Code Only - NGC.

 Note: Patch file names may change over time. Use the patch file from the NGC-Configuration generator on the portal. Verify by description.

Option Activation Code? Patch? Factory Setting
DC Autodoor No Yes 823 [823:]
4th-Axis Drive (4AXD) Yes No No
5th-Axis Drive (5AXD) Yes No No
Automatic Pallet Changer Ready (APC-READY) Yes No No
Chip Auger (AUGER) No Yes 209.03 [209:3]
Multi-Auger Chip Conveyor (MACC) No Yes 209.03 [209.3]
Intuitive Probing System (WIPS-R) Yes Yes No
Through-Spindle Coolant (TSC) Yes Yes 209.24 [209:24]
Enclosure Exhaust (ENCL EXHAUST) No Yes No
Programmable Coolant (P-COOL) No No  57.11 [57:11]
Through-Tool Air Blast (TAB) No Yes No
Expanded Memory, 32GB (32GB) Yes No No
Expanded Memory, 64GB (64GB) Yes No No
Coordinate Rotation and Scaling (COORD) Yes No No
Dynamic Work Offsets and Tool (DWO/TCPC)
Note:  Setting 64 Tool Offset Measure uses Work Coord Offsets needs to be toggeld ON when this option is enable. 		 Yes No No
Second Home Position (HOME) No Yes No
High-Speed Machining (HSM) Yes No No
User-Definable Macros (MACRO) Yes No No
Rigid Tapping (RTAP-3) Yes No No
Spindle Orientation (SO) Yes No No
Visual Programming System (VPS) Yes No No
Wireless Networking (WIFI) Yes No No
Spindle RPM Upgrade Yes No No
3RD Party Rotary (3RD PRTY RTY) Yes No No
Automatic Vise No Yes No
Mist Condenser No Yes No
Programmable Air Option No Yes No
CL-1 C-Axis Only Yes Yes No
Parameter Unlock Options - NGC Yes No No

NGC - Option Activation - Download

1

Log on to the Haas Portal.

 Note: Make sure you have pop up blocker deactivated.

Select the Service tab [1].

Select Machine Activation Codes [2].

Select NGC - Configuration [3].

Enter the machine serial number.

Select Get Details [4].

Select the Field Installed Option and select Download Files [5].

 Note: This example shows the 93-2320 TSC, 300 PSI W/AUTO CLEAN PUMP DT/DM field installed option. Your Field Installed Option can be different.

Unzip the files.

 Note: Add a .Zip extension to the downloaded file before you unzip it.

Save the file to the root folder of the USB memory device.

2

Look at the structure of the unzipped folder. The files in the folder must have an exact structure so that the machine control can find the files.

If you have only (1) folder named with the machine’s serial number [1], copy that folder to the root of the USB memory device.

When you are finished, the USB folder structure must look like the picture on the left. The OPTIONSfolder contains the necessary paramaters for the field installed option.

NGC - Option Activation - Load

1

Push [POWER OFF].

Insert the USB memory device into the USB port on the Control pendant.

The USB memory device must contain the following:

  • Your HaasKey.txt file [1]
  • Serial number folder [2]

Push [POWER ON].

2

Push [EMERGENCY STOP].

Push [LIST PROGRAM].

Push the [RIGHT CURSOR] arrow to select the USB tab [1].

Push the [DOWN CURSOR] arrow to highlight the directory with the serial number file name [2].

Push [ENTER] to Mark [3] the directory.

3

Push [F4] [1].

Push the [DOWN CURSOR] arrow to select Load Parameters [2].

Push [ENTER].

The configuration load process begins.

4

If you get this error after you load the parameters, push [CANCEL].

Power off and power on the machine.

The configuration load process is complete.

5

Test the field installed option to make sure it operates correctly.

 Important: You must always remove your Haas Control Key and power off the machine when you finish work on the machine.

Date/Time Change - NGC

Set the Date and Time

1

Push [POWER ON].

Push [CURRENT COMMANDS]  [1].

Select the Timers tab [2].

Select the Date: option [3].

Push [EMERGENCY STOP].

Type today's date in this format: MM-DD-YYYY(Month-Day-Year) [5].

 Note: Make sure not to put a future date. You will not be able to change it back.

Push [ENTER].

A Warning screen shows [4]. Push [ENTER].

 Note: Software version 100.16.000.1010 and higher does not have a Warning screen.

2

Select the Time: option [1].

Type current time in this format: HH:MM (Hour:Minute) [3].

Push [ENTER].

A Warning screen shows [2]. Push [ENTER].

 Note: Software version 100.16.000.1010 and higher does not have a Warning screen.

3

Select the Time Zone: option [1]. Push [ENTER].

Select your time zone.

You can also use the Search [2] function to find your time zone [3].

Push [ENTER].

Power on the machine.

 Note: For software version 100.16.000.1010 and higher, it is not necessary to power off and power on the machine.

Real Time Clock (RTC) Failure

The Real Time Clock (RTC) Failure screen can show when you start the machine. If this occurs, enter the correct time and date again.

Push [ENTER].

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