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Check Current Software Version

Press MOD key, select 'System Info' to display current TNC software version and build number.

Document the exact version number including build date for compatibility reference

Convert Binary Files to ASCII

On the original TNC system, use File Manager to export binary files as ASCII format (.txt) which maintains compatibility across versions.

Always backup original files before conversion

Import ASCII Files

Use TNC File Manager to import the ASCII format files, which will automatically convert to current binary format during import process.

Verify File Integrity

Open imported files and verify all parameters, tool data, and program content transferred correctly.

Access Tool Management

Press TOOL CALL key, then select 'Tool Table' to access current tool management system.

Check if TOOL.T file shows correct number of tools and parameters

Export Tool Data as ASCII

In Tool Table, press SAVE key and select ASCII format export to create compatible .txt file.

Verify all tool parameters including length, radius, and wear values are included

Clear Current Tool Table

Create backup, then clear existing tool table entries that are causing format conflicts.

Import ASCII Tool Data

Use File Manager to import ASCII tool data, allowing TNC to rebuild binary format with current version structure.

Access Preset Table

Press PRESET key to open datum/preset table and identify which entries are causing format conflicts.

Manual Datum Recreation

Record all datum values from original system and manually re-enter into current TNC preset table.

Use datum shift values from machine coordinate display for accuracy

Verify Coordinate Systems

Test each recreated datum by jogging to known reference points and confirming coordinate display matches expected values.

Save New Binary Format

Save updated preset table to create new binary file compatible with current TNC version.

Access Machine Parameters

Press MOD key, enter machine parameter password, select 'Machine Parameters' to view current parameter structure.

Only qualified technicians should modify machine parameters

Compare Parameter Lists

Use TNC documentation to identify parameter number changes between software versions affecting binary compatibility.

Contact Machine Builder

Obtain updated machine parameter file from machine tool builder compatible with current TNC software version.

Provide exact TNC software version and machine serial number to builder