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Pathfinder v5 Release Notes

Pathfinder v5 releases are only compatible with Pathfinder PCs that are running .NET Framework 4.6. Pathfinder 6000 series PCs are incompatible with this framework. These PCs can only receive v4 releases. See notes for v5.00.00.3073 for more information. v5.01.12.3395 Known issues resolved in this release include: v5.01.12.3393 v5.0.10.3368 Known issues resolved in this release include:

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Pathfinder Operator Manual – Deutsch

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Solving Memory Loss and Computer Lockup Problems

Controllers experiencing memory loss or lockup problems are typically being adversely affected by electrical noise. Controllers may also function erratically, reset intermittently, or may generate Error codes 0002, 0003, or 2200. The following procedures will help alleviate these problems: Check power supply(s) for proper levels. Clean, adequate DC power is required by AMS controllers. Separate

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Extracting the Pathfinder SDF from a 5XXX/6XXX Machine

Items required: USB flash drive USB mouse Insert a USB drive and USB mouse into the USB ports in the back of the Pathfinder controller. Log out of Pathfinder using the Administrator password and pressing the red Shutdown button. You will receive a prompt, “Shutdown Pathfinder application only…are you sure?” Select Yes. You should now

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Calibrating the Backgauge – Pathfinder v2

Login to Pathfinder as Administrator Figure 1 – Login as Administrator Click Tools button at the top (displayed with red arrow) Figure 2 – Select Tools Screen Record your ‘122 Home Position’ and ‘131 Encoder Resolution’ parameters. Figure 3 – Record Parameters Reference your Backgauge by clicking Reference Machine on the left hand side. The

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Pathfinder PC Backup/Restore/Import Procedure – Pathfinder v2

These functions allow users to safeguard Pathfinder’s critical information by copying their system data to an external USB flash drive. All machine setup parameters, material definitions, and library profiles will be contained in the Pathfinder backup file. This file can be used to restore the system to a known state in the event that machine

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XL250BB Backup/Restore Function

Note: This Backup/Restore procedure is ONLY applicable to the pre-Pathfinder XL250BB. These are legacy items. To backup or restore the XL250BB, you will need a 9 pin straight through serial cable and Flash Wizard software. Flash Wizard and Instructions You will need a saved XML file containing the backup data. If you do not have

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Pathfinder PC BIOS Configuration – 6X00

Enter Bios Setup Connect a USB keyboard into one of the three USB ports on the back of the PC. Press and hold [Delete] on the keyboard. Turn ON the Pathfinder PC. Continue holding [Delete] until the Phoenix – AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility window appears on the PC display (shown in Figure 1). Figure 1:

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Pathfinder PC BIOS Configuration – 5X00

If the BIOS information on the Pathfinder PC gets corrupted, it may be necessary to re-configure the BIOS. AMS Controls has developed the following step-by-step procedure to correct this issue. Enter Bios Setup 1. Turn off the Pathfinder PC. 2. Connect a USB keyboard into one of the three USB ports on the back of

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Calibrating the Machine – Pathfinder v2

Please note that this process applies to Pathfinders running version 2 software only. This does not apply to a Pathfinder running version 4 software. Contact Support for help with version 4 calibration. Pathfinder’s Administrative Tools includes a Calibrate Machine function. When Pathfinder requires calibration, you will see “Waiting for Calibration Data” at the bottom of

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