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The Name of the machine.
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Send Manual G-Code commands.
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To upload and start a job.
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Triggers a software emergency stop.
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Current position in Work Coordinates.
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The Work Coordinates displayed are determined by the Work Coordinate Selection dropdown.
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Current position in Machine Coordinates
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Used to home the machine. You need to home the machine when it is turned on.
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Used to jog the machine around the work area. Right-click to modify distance.
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Used to set the Work Zero position for the selected Work Coordinate System.
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Move the machine to the Work Zero position of the currently selected Work Coordinate System.
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The Compensation and Calibration buttons allows a probe to measure the overall work area flatness. Height maps are useful for milling PCB's. More information on using these buttons can be found here: https://duet3d.dozuki.com/Wiki/Using_mes...
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When running a job, the progress of the job will be displayed here along with the percentage complete and estimated time remaining.
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When running a job, pause, resume, & cancel buttons will show here. When pausing a job it will save the current position and home the machine.
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A controlled power off can also be performed in the middle of a job. This will pause, home and save the current job position, allowing it to be continued at a later time.
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Use this button to resume a job after a controlled power off.
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When running a job these buttons allow micro-adjustment of the Z-Axis
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For example if the job is not cutting deep enough, these buttons can be used to shift the job downwards.
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A slider to speed up or slow down the job. The speed is represented by a percentage, with 100% being the normal speed.
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Send Manual G-Code commands.
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Important information outputted from the WorkBee will be displayed here.
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Makes the G-Code Viewer Fullscreen.
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The grid shows the machines working area.
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The X, Y, and Z-Axis markers show where the selected Work Zero is located in the machines working area.
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Current position in Work Coordinates.
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Software emergency stop.
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Loads the current Job.
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Loads a local file from your computer.
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If a job is running, you can load it locally by right clicking the file under File Management > Jobs and press 'plugins.CNCgcodeViewer.view3D'
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This will elongate the spaces between passes. It can make files much easier to view.
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Clicking on a Job will run the Job.
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Create a sub-folder
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Upload a job to the current folder
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The Macros page is similar the Jobs page.
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This contains all the System files.
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Anything with 'config' in the name is run at startup.
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We advise putting any custom settings in 'config-user-settings.g'
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Change Theme Colour
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Autoclose Notifications
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Manage plugins packaged within WorkBee Control.
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Congifure Webcam. See Duet's Dozuki.
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Change machine working area (No restart required)
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Change machine Steps/mm (No restart required)
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Sensor statuses
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Touch probe settings. See Assembling Your Original WorkBee XYZ Touch Probe
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Thanks for following the guide. As mentioned this was just a brief outline of using WorkBee Control. Please visit our YouTube channel for more in-depth tutorials on operating a CNC Machine. Even though some of the videos on our YouTube channel use an older version of the WorkBee the concepts still apply!
Thanks for following the guide. As mentioned this was just a brief outline of using WorkBee Control. Please visit our YouTube channel for more in-depth tutorials on operating a CNC Machine. Even though some of the videos on our YouTube channel use an older version of the WorkBee the concepts still apply!
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64 Comments
One question I have is about the way the web controller screen setup is controlled. In my PC (with 1920 x 1080 monitor) I get the version with 5 manual move control buttons per axis per direction. On my phone (also with 1920 x 1080 screen) I get the version with only 3 move control buttons per axis per direction. I want to buy a tablet to use with the router but want to be sure that I will get the version of the interface I get on the PC. What do I need to specify as regards the tablet in order for this to happen? Thanks.
Hi Colin, Thanks for your email. On your phone, are you on the Mobile version or Desktop Version. There should be a button to switch between the two?
Hi Ryan,
Sorry not to get back to you sooner. Can you please let me know where this button is located as I have been over the interface on both my PC and my phone and especially the settings tabs and cant find it. Cheers.
Sorry i think i was incorrect in my previous message, the version you see if based on screen size and there is no button to switch.
Hi Ryan,
Many thanks for clearing that up. Do you know if I’m going to get 4 or 5 jogging buttons if I get either a 7 inch or 10 inch android tablet. Cheers
It is based on pixels, do you know what pixel sizes each is going to be?
Hi Ryan,
Firstly thanks for your informative docs & youtube videos :)
I am setting up a workbee screwdrive 500x500, Duet2 board (1.02+), Duet2 Wifi (V2.03), Duet Wifi Server (V1.23), Workbee control V1.0.1.
In the ‘congig.g’ file it tells me not to modify it and to rather paste any settings in ‘customconfig.g’.
So my problem is that trying to change the Z axis motor direction by updating (from) M569 P2 S0 > (to) M569 P2 S1 does NOT work.
Firstly I tried customconfig.g, then config.g and finally also added config.g.bak. None of them made any difference,.
Now here is my question:
(1) Is the correct procedure for modification of config.g to ONLY update customconfig.g?
(2) Is there a special “save” routine or SD Card update required for the Duet2 board?
(3) Is there an explanation why changing all the config.g files above with the new S0/1 setting has no affect?
Thanks in advance for any help or further comment.
Cheers,
Ed
Hi,
Thanks for your message. Putting the command in M569 P2 S1 should work. After saving, please press the emergency stop button to restart the controller.
In config.g it should definitely work, i think it is because the controller needs restarting.
Best Regards
Ryan Lock
Hi Ryan,
Many Thanks. Yes that fixed it :)
I have another one for you if I may?
On the Dashboard I had the field with the SEND button so I can send G & M codes to the workbee.
I don’t know what I did, but this field has suddenly disappeared! I can find it in the ‘Console’ Window but I find it much handier in the Dashboard.
Do you know how I can get it back to the dashboard?
Cheers,
Ed
Hi Ed,
That is strange it has disappeared. I can’t think why it would do that. Can you email a screenshot to sales@ooznest.co.uk?
Best Regards
Ryan Lock
Hi Ryan,
I have figured this out (in case others ask you).
The problem relates to user local screen resolution. I must have pressed something on my keyboard that altered the display resolution.
Subtle, but when I tried CNTRL +/- (in my case -) the screen adjusted and I saw the button return :)
If you wan to simulate open your workbee control. Make sure you can see the “Send Code” field.
Now press CNTRL+ twice (ie 120% of normal resolution). See the “Send Code” field disapear!
Now press CTRL- twice (ie 100% normal resolution) and presto you can see your field again.
Hope it helps.
Cheers,
Ed
Hi Ed, Thanks for clearing that up, should help others! Ryan
Hi Ryan,
I would like to add a 5” PanelDue to my system.
Are there any plans to update the WorkBee Control to also be available on the PanelDue (for stand alone mode)?
If so any timelines available yet?
Cheers,
Ed
Hi Ed, Thanks for your comment. I am afraid there is no plans to put WorkBee Control on the PanelDue, as the PanelDue, runs a completely different software from the Web Control. An easier way would be to have a Raspberry Pi connected to the machine, and have a small touch screen connected to this pi, running the web control. Ryan
Hello Ryan,
I have an original Workbee 1000 x 1500mm Belt & Screw Drive.
I have just prepared my work surface, which should be 680 x 1150, except after machining, the dimensions are not correct (678 x 1146).
What should I change to get the right dimensions after machining?
Thanks in advance
Cheers
Sébastien
Hi Sebastien,
Thanks for your comment. You need to adjust your steps per mm. Did you want to email into sales@ooznest.co.uk with your system settings and i can make the adjustment for you? We don’t have a guide on it i am afraid.
Best Regards
Ryan Lock
Hi Ryan and happy new year to you…
is there a tutorial on how to us “height map” ?
Hi Keith,
We don’t have a guide on doing it, however Duet have a guide on using it here: https://duet3d.dozuki.com/Wiki/Using_mes...
Best Regards
Robert
Robert -
Hi Ryan…after using the emergency stop the parameter of X has changed and even though it says on the bar 550 it doesn’t travel that far …how do I get my full parameters back ?
I’ve just noticed it’s the Y axis as well ?
Hi, Keith are you able to contact us here and we can help! - https://ooznest.co.uk/help/#tab_technica...
Hi Ryan,
step 4 - job control has a typo in the sentence below
Use this button to resume a job offer a controlled power off.
should say ‘after’ not ‘offer’
otherwise useful initial guide to the contour panel
Thanks for the feedback, I have made the adjustment!
Hello,
Is it possible to run the Workbee control from a tablet or android phone?
Of course! The WorkBee Control is browser-based so if you have the Wifi Version connect your device to the same network and search for the IP Address that your WorkBee is assigned to.
Hi I have just built my workbee and at the moment have no idea about all this g-code for the duet or even how to load up the ooznest custom control panel. So far all I have done is manage to home XYZ using the duet web control. Any links for a NOOB
Hi Terry, All the information you require can be found on the Learning Portal if you are stuck on a specific step feel free to get in contact with the team here - https://ooznest.co.uk/help/#tab_technica...
hi ryan
could you please let me know where i can find a file too download the workbee control panel
many thanks bryan
Hi Bryan, Thanks for your message, Please see this link on how to update to the latest WorkBee Control - How To Update WorkBee Firmware
I have fitted the xyz probe and tried to test the z probe macro. The duet controller gives an error that command G38.2 does not exist?
Hi Terry, It sounds like you may not have updated the WorkBee Control on your machine.
Are you able to email into Technical Support and we can look at what is causing your issues with the Touch Probe - https://ooznest.co.uk/help/#tab_technica...
The reset motors calibration confirmation popup rather asks you to reset the probe. Confirming does reset the calibration though.
Hi Andy, thanks for your comment. We will get this fixed. Robert
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Hi Ryan,
Step 7 - G Code viewer
I do not have this as a selection under the ‘Control ‘ section. Below Dashboard and console I have ‘Height map’
Please can you let me know how I can access the G-Code viewer?
I have not been able to use my machine for a number of months due to illness so any help you can give would be appreciated.
Many thanks Serge Agius
Hi Serge. That is part of our latest WorkBee Firmware. You can upgrade by following this guide: How To Update WorkBee Firmware V1.0.7 > V3.3.0-1.2
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hi, I want to see the machine position in real time as its moving, it seems to display the moves ahead, is this a stetting i can change,
i have the Z1 with duet
appreciate any comments
regards
David, dhough552@gmail.com
Hi David,
Thanks for your email
Sorry, there is no setting to change it to what you want. The coordinates are based on where the current move would make it end up.
Thanks
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Hi Ryan , can you tell me if you can do a preview on the gcode Viewer ? kenny
Hi Kenny,
Yes, as per Step 8, press Load Local G-Code.
Thanks
Robert
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Hello
Is it possible to control a workbee cnc with a duet2 controller with any software ? I want yo control my workbee cnc with openbuild control ?
Thanks a lot
Hi Gregory,
Sorry this is not possible :(
Robert
Robert -
Hello Ryan. Can you tell me if there is any way to switch the Z1 off on the control software, without just pulling the plug. Thanks, maybe it’s there and I can’t see further than the end of my nose.
Hi Merv,
Sorry there isn’t, you don’t need to pull the plug from the wall, just turn it off.
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Hi all,
The answer is probably hiding in plain sight, but the issue I have is when I have ‘paused’ a job, it first completes the bit of G code its currently doing and then returns to the home position, which is all well and good.
However it doesn’t raise the z height before moving to the home position, resulting in the bit carving through the workpiece on its way home.
Should the z axis automatically raise itself to the safe height before it moves to home when the pause button is pressed? if not what should I be doing to make sure the bit is raised to a safe height when pausing the job?
Thanks in anticipation.
Steve
Hi Steve,
Thanks for your comment.
Yes, when pausing it should finish the current G-Code line it is on. And then raise the Z-Axis.
If it is not raising the Z-Axis, that is an issue.
Are you on our latest firmware?
Robert -
Hi Robert, I have the Z1+, so as I understand it, there is no firmware update.
Whilst I’ve got you, I also tried to increase the speed factor last night, but that didn’t work either, (again not sure if it’s ever worked because it was the first time of trying it)
I’m just going down into the garage to try both again. Just in case I was doing something stupid last night.
FYI I’m using Carveco maker
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Hi Steve,
Thanks for the info. When you are not cutting a job and then press Home All, does the Z-Axis raise then?
Robert -
Sorry, tried to paste a screen shot but it wouldn’t accept.
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0:/sys/pause.g
1; pause.g
2; called when a print from SD card is paused
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4 M98 P”homeall.g” ; Home the machine
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(note: The first quote marks on 4 should be the other way round)
Hi Steve,
Change it to this: ; pause.g
; called when a print from SD card is paused
G90
G53 G1 Z{move.axes[2].max} F1500 ; move the Z-Axis to the maximum position
G53 G1 X{move.axes[0].max} F2500 ; move the X-Axis to the maximum position
G53 G1 Y{move.axes[1].max} F2500 ; move the Y-Axis to the maximum position
And see if that helps.
Robert
Robert -
I must admit that the building of my 1500 x 1500 was as much pleasure as it is to start using it. Thanks
Thanks John! That is awesome to hear!!!
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Hi Ryan,
Is there a way to change the units from millimeters to inches in WorkBee Control? Created jobs in VCarve Pro in inches. If I enter inch dimensions and select “mm” it does not convert it. If I do the job in inches and upload that to the WorkBee, I don’t think the Workbee will convert it, right? What would be easiest, for me at least, would be to setup the WorkBee Control in inches.
Hi Tom,
Thanks for your post. If you send the command G20 in the WorkBee Control, it will now put you in inches.
You could add this command to config.g for it to be permanent.
Robert
Robert -
Hi,
I use a touchscreen device to control my workbee and accidental clicks have exposed some issues with Workbee Control which you may have overlooked.
It is possible to click the button to turn off the spindle/tool when a job is active, potentially crashing and breaking an endmill.
Movement, homing and set axis zero buttons on the dashboard should be disabled/greyed out when a job is running. I accidentally set a new X Zero in the middle of a job and ruined the part.
I hope you can fix these in the next update to WorkBee Control.
Hi Andy,
Thanks for your comments and good feedback, we will look to get them changes implemented.
Robert -
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It allows me to also - one month later :)
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Hi,
It is a public site, therefore public editing is allowed. For this page, any edits have to be approved by admins.
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Robert
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