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Table of content

1 Changes from V4.0.0 to V4.0.10............................................................................................. 13

1.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 13

1.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 14

1.3 Fixed bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 14

1.4 Information ......................................................................................................................................... 14

2 Changes from V3.5.2 to V4.0.0............................................................................................... 15

2.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 15

2.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 16

2.2.1 USABILITY ............................................................................................................................................ 16

2.2.1.1 Main screen improvements ................................................................................................... 16

2.2.1.2 Dynamic graphs ....................................................................................................................... 16

2.2.1.3 Info Buttons .............................................................................................................................. 17

2.2.1.4 Personalized JobMaster .......................................................................................................... 17

2.2.1.5 Inching via gun trigger ........................................................................................................... 17

2.2.1.6 Hold-/Mean values................................................................................................................... 18

2.2.1.7 New Smart Manager-Design .................................................................................................. 18

2.2.1.8 Wire-Play Detection ................................................................................................................. 19

2.2.2 WELDING ............................................................................................................................................. 19

2.2.2.1 Intervall-Welding ..................................................................................................................... 19

2.2.2.2 MIG/MAG AC-Process .............................................................................................................. 20

2.2.2.3 Gas nozzle TouchSense during welding ............................................................................... 20

2.2.2.4 Power-dependent gas-flow .................................................................................................... 20

2.2.2.5 Twin SynchroPulse................................................................................................................... 21

2.2.2.6 SlagHammer available for PMC ............................................................................................. 21

2.2.3 CONNECTIVITY .................................................................................................................................... 22

2.2.3.1 Firmware Update via WeldCube Premium .......................................................................... 22

2.3 Fixed bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 22

2.3.1.1 Issue Jop optimizing ................................................................................................................ 22

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Changes from V3.5.0 to V3.5.2 ........................................................................................................... 23

2.4 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 23

2.5 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 23

2.6 Fixed bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 23

3 Changes from V3.2.35 to V3.5.0............................................................................................. 24

3.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 24

3.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 25

4 Changes from V3.2.34 to V3.2.35........................................................................................... 27

4.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 27

4.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 27

4.3 Fixed bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 27

5 Changes from V3.2.33 to V3.2.34........................................................................................... 28

5.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 28

5.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 28

5.3 Fixed bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 28

6 Changes from V3.2.32 to V3.2.33........................................................................................... 29

6.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 29

6.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 29

6.3 Fixed bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 29

7 Changes from V3.2.31 to V3.2.32........................................................................................... 30

7.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 30

7.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 31

7.3 Fixed bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 31

8 Changes from V3.2.30 to V3.2.31........................................................................................... 32

8.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 32

8.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 33

8.3 Fixed bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 33

9 Changes from V3.2.20 to V3.2.30........................................................................................... 34

9.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 34

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9.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 35

9.3 Fixed bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 35

10 Changes from V3.2.10 to V3.2.20........................................................................................... 36

10.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 36

10.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 36

11 Changes from V3.2.0 to V3.2.10............................................................................................. 37

11.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 37

11.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 38

11.3 Fixed Bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 40

12 Changes from V2.4.8 to V3.2.0............................................................................................... 41

12.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 41

12.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 42

12.3 Fixed Bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 48

13 Changes from V2.4.7 to V2.4.8............................................................................................... 49

13.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 49

13.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 49

13.3 Fixed Bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 49

14 Changes from V2.4.5 to V2.4.7............................................................................................... 50

14.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 50

14.2 New functions ..................................................................................................................................... 51

14.3 Fixed Bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 52

15 Changes from V2.4.2 to V2.4.5............................................................................................... 53

15.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 53

15.2 New functions RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces ........................................................... 53

15.3 Fixed Bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 54

16 Changes from V2.3.1 to V2.4.2............................................................................................... 55

16.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 55

16.2 New functions TPS 320i – 600i .......................................................................................................... 56

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17 Changes from V2.2.5 to V2.3.1............................................................................................... 59

17.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 59

17.2 New functions TPS 320i – 600i .......................................................................................................... 60

17.3 New functions RI FB Inside/i ............................................................................................................. 63

17.4 New functions RI FB Extended Interfaces ...................................................................................... 65

17.5 WeldCube Premium ........................................................................................................................... 65

17.6 Fixed Bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 65

18 Changes from V2.2.3 to V2.2.5............................................................................................... 66

18.1 Fixed Bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 66

19 Changes from V2.1.0 to V2.2.3............................................................................................... 67

19.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 67

19.2 New functions TPS 320i – 600i .......................................................................................................... 68

19.3 New functions RI FB Inside/i ............................................................................................................. 70

19.4 New functions RI IO Pro/i .................................................................................................................. 70

19.5 Fixed Bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 71

20 Changes from V2.0.2 to V2.1.0............................................................................................... 72

20.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 72

20.2 New functions TPS 270i C und 320i C .............................................................................................. 73

20.3 New functions TPS 320i – 600i .......................................................................................................... 73

20.4 New functions RI IO Pro/i .................................................................................................................. 77

20.5 New functions RI FB Inside/i ............................................................................................................. 77

20.6 TWIN functionality for TPS/i .............................................................................................................. 78

21 Changes from V2.0.1 to V2.0.2............................................................................................... 80

21.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 80

21.2 New functions TPS 320i – 600i .......................................................................................................... 80

21.3 Fixed Bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 80

22 Changes from V1.9.0 to V2.0.1............................................................................................... 81

22.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 81

22.2 New functions TPS 320i - 600i .......................................................................................................... 82

22.3 Fixed Bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 84

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23 Changes from V1.8.6 to V1.9.0............................................................................................... 85

23.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 85

23.2 New functions TPS 320i - 600i .......................................................................................................... 86

23.3 Fixed Bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 88

24 Changes from V1.8.5 to V1.8.6............................................................................................... 89

24.1 Fixed bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 89

25 Changes from V1.8.4 to V1.8.5............................................................................................... 90

25.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 90

25.2 New functions TPS 320i - 600i .......................................................................................................... 91

25.3 New functions RI FB Inside/i ............................................................................................................. 93

25.4 WeldCube ............................................................................................................................................ 93

25.5 Arc technology .................................................................................................................................... 93

25.6 Fixed bugs ........................................................................................................................................... 93

26 Changes from V1.8.2 to V1.8.4............................................................................................... 94

27 Changes from V1.8.1 to V1.8.2............................................................................................... 95

27.1 Software version of system components ....................................................................................... 95

27.2 New functions TPS 270i C .................................................................................................................. 95

27.3 New functions TPS 320i - 600i .......................................................................................................... 96

27.4 Fixed Bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 100

28 Changes from V1.8.0 to V1.8.1............................................................................................. 101

28.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 101

28.2 Fixed Bugs RC Panel Pro.................................................................................................................. 101

29 Changes from V1.7.4 to V1.8.0............................................................................................. 102

29.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 102

29.2 New functions TPS 270i C ................................................................................................................ 102

29.3 New functions TPS 320i - 600i ........................................................................................................ 103

29.4 New functions RI FB Inside/i ........................................................................................................... 113

29.5 New functions Rob IO Pro ............................................................................................................... 114

29.6 Neue Funktion AI IO ......................................................................................................................... 114

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30 Changes from V1.7.3 to V1.7.4............................................................................................. 115

30.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 115

30.2 Fixed bugs TPS 320i - 600i ............................................................................................................... 115

30.3 New functions RI FB Inside/i ........................................................................................................... 115

31 Changes from V1.7.1 to V1.7.3............................................................................................. 116

31.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 116

31.2 New functions TPS 320i - 600i ........................................................................................................ 116

31.3 Fixed Bugs TPS 320i - 600i ............................................................................................................... 119

32 Changes from V1.7.0 to V1.7.1............................................................................................. 121

32.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 121

32.2 New functions TPS 320i - 600i ........................................................................................................ 121

33 Changes from V1.6.5 to V1.7.0............................................................................................. 122

33.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 122

33.2 General informationen .................................................................................................................... 122

33.3 New functions TPS 270i C ................................................................................................................ 123

33.4 New functions TPS 320i - 600i ........................................................................................................ 123

33.5 Fixed Bugs TPS 320i - 600i ............................................................................................................... 131

33.6 New functions RI FB Inside/i ........................................................................................................... 131

33.7 New functions AI IO ......................................................................................................................... 132

33.8 New function RI IO Pro .................................................................................................................... 133

34 Changes from V1.6.4 to V1.6.5............................................................................................. 134

34.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 134

34.2 New functions TPS 270i C ................................................................................................................ 135

34.3 Fixed bugs TPS 270i C ...................................................................................................................... 135

34.4 New functions TPS 320i - 600i ........................................................................................................ 135

34.5 Fixed bugs TPS 320i - 600i ............................................................................................................... 135

34.6 New functions RI FB Inside/i ........................................................................................................... 135

34.7 Fixed bugs RI FB Inside/i ................................................................................................................. 135

35 Changes from V1.6.3 to V1.6.4............................................................................................. 136

35.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 136

35.2 New functions TPS 270i C ................................................................................................................ 137

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35.3 Fixed Bugs TPS 270i C ...................................................................................................................... 138

35.4 New functions TPS 320i - 600i ........................................................................................................ 138

35.5 Fixed bugs TPS 320i - 600i ............................................................................................................... 148

35.6 Neue Funktion RI FB Inside/i .......................................................................................................... 149

35.7 Fixed Bugs RI FB Inside/i ................................................................................................................. 149

36 Changes from V1.6.0 to V1.6.3............................................................................................. 150

36.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 150

36.2 New functions ................................................................................................................................... 151

36.3 Fixed Bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 152

37 Changes from V1.5.1 to V1.6.0............................................................................................. 153

37.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 153

37.2 New functions ................................................................................................................................... 153

38 Changes from V1.5.0 to V1.5.1............................................................................................. 159

38.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 159

38.2 New functions ................................................................................................................................... 159

38.3 Fixed bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 159

39 Changes from V1.4.3 to V1.5.0............................................................................................. 160

39.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 160

39.2 New functions ................................................................................................................................... 161

39.3 Fixed Bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 164

40 Changes from V1.4.2 to V1.4.3............................................................................................. 165

40.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 165

40.2 New functions ................................................................................................................................... 166

40.3 Fixed bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 166

41 Changes from V1.4.1 to V1.4.2............................................................................................. 168

41.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 168

41.2 New functions ................................................................................................................................... 168

41.3 Fixed bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 168

42 Changes from V1.4.0 to V1.4.1............................................................................................. 169

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42.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 169

42.2 New functions ................................................................................................................................... 169

42.3 Fixed bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 171

43 Changes from V1.3.2 to V1.4.0............................................................................................. 172

43.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 172

43.2 New functions ................................................................................................................................... 172

43.3 Fixed Bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 177

44 Changes from V1.3.1 to V1.3.2............................................................................................. 178

44.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 178

44.2 New functions ................................................................................................................................... 178

44.3 Fixed bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 181

45 Changes from V1.3.0 to V1.3.1............................................................................................. 182

45.1 New functions ................................................................................................................................... 182

45.2 Fixed bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 182

46 Changes from V1.2.5 to V1.3.0............................................................................................. 183

46.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 183

46.2 New functions ................................................................................................................................... 183

46.3 Fixed Bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 187

47 Changes from V1.2.4 to V1.2.5............................................................................................. 188

47.1 New functions ................................................................................................................................... 188

47.2 Fixed bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 188

48 Changes from V1.2.3 to V1.2.4............................................................................................. 189

48.1 Fixed bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 189

49 Changes from V1.2.1 to V1.2.3............................................................................................. 190

49.1 Software version of system components ..................................................................................... 190

49.2 New functions ................................................................................................................................... 190

49.3 Fixed bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 191

50 Changes from V1.1.1 to V1.2.1............................................................................................. 192

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50.1 Neue Funktionen .............................................................................................................................. 192

50.2 Fixed bugs ......................................................................................................................................... 193

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1 Changes from V4.0.0 to V4.0.10

Date: August 1th 2023

1.1 Software version of system components

MCU 4.0.3135

Spider 5.2.67

SR63 1.890.1

iJob 3.6.3

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.6.58

PullMig / CMT 1.250.0

RC Panel Basic 1.3.0

RC Panel Standard 1.7.24

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.05.34

RobIORel 2.0.2

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.49.0

RI IO 1.41.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.77.0

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.24.0

TMC 1.9.0

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1.2 New functions

No new functions for TPS/I Series.

1.3 Fixed bugs

Adaptions to ensure backward compatibility with robot OEM's.

To use RI FB/i Yaskawa WeldCom 2.0 – 4,044,028 interfaces on the new Yaskawa UWI platform,
we recommend using controller version V1.1.0 or higher.

1.4 Information

Fronius recommends that customers with RI FB PRO interfaces should also update the interface to
version V1.9.2 to avoid problems with backwards compatibility.

Following interfaces are affected:

• 4,044,015 - RI FB PRO/i Basic
• 4,044,016 - RI FB PRO/i ProfiNet IRT
• 4,044,017 - RI FB PRO/i ProfiNet IRT FO
• 4,044,018 - RI FB PRO/i Profibus
• 4,044,019 - RI FB PRO/i CANOpen
• 4,044,020 - RI FB PRO/i EtherCat
• 4,044,021 - RI FB PRO/i EtherNet /IP-2P
• 4,044,022 - RI FB PRO/i DeviceNet
• 4,044,044 - RI FB PRO/i TWIN Controller
• 4,044,066 - RI FB PRO/i VW-GROUP 2016

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2 Changes from V3.5.2 to V4.0.0

Date: June 6th 2023

2.1 Software version of system components

MCU 4.0.3134

Spider 5.2.67

SR63 1.890.1

iJob 3.6.3

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.6.58

PullMig / CMT 1.250.0

RC Panel Basic 1.3.0

RC Panel Standard 1.7.24

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.05.34

RobIORel 2.0.2

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.49.0

RI IO 1.41.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.74.0

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.24.0

TMC 1.9.0

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2.2 New functions

2.2.1 USABILITY

2.2.1.1 Main screen improvements

Everything needed by the manual welder is accessible on the main screen

• Inactive parameters are hidden on the main screen

• All active functions are highlighted in the status bar

A: Change modes, processes, characteristics and functions via status bar

B: Welding power as set-value

C: Choose your main screen parameters

D: Load every Job as EasyJob

E: Fullscreen mode

2.2.1.2 Dynamic graphs

Show influences if parameter gets changed in real time.

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2.2.1.3 Info Buttons

Additional Information’s about Characteristics and Functions

2.2.1.4 Personalized JobMaster

Displayed parameter and function personalized for JobMaster torch

2.2.1.5 Inching via gun trigger

Switches to inching if no contact is detected within 2 s. Ignition timeout has to be set to off

This function is blocked for robotic systems.

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2.2.1.6 Hold-/Mean values

Average values are now available on the UI

• New Parameter in Defaults/Units-Standards: Hold/Mean

• Default = Average (not hold anymore!)

New calculation of the average value

• Neglecting start- end end-section

• Especially relevant for short seams and interval welding

2.2.1.7 New Smart Manager-Design

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2.2.1.8 Wire-Play Detection

The System can detect the wire-play (wire backlash) between the last feeder and the

contact tip and uses it to optimize the process.

• Relevant for push applications

• The Detection is carried out automatically whenever inching is done until the

wire contacts the workpiece.

• A logbook entry is created whenever wire-play is measured.

2.2.2 WELDING

2.2.2.1 Intervall-Welding

Possible for all Processes (CMT, CMT mix, PMC,….) and Characteristics

For all Trigger modes and can be combined with all functions (SynchroPuls, SFI und

CycleStep, …)

Also for automated welding

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2.2.2.2 MIG/MAG AC-Process

Available for PMC and CMT processes

Hardware requirement: iWave AC/DC with Multiprocess Pro

2.2.2.3 Gas nozzle TouchSense during welding

If gas nozzle touches the work piece or a short circuit between gas nozzle and contact

tip we can now detect his during welding.

Hardware requirement: OPT/i TouchSense Advanced

2.2.2.4 Power-dependent gas-flow

Gasflow is automatically changed according to the welding current

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2.2.2.5 Twin SynchroPulse

2.2.2.6 SlagHammer available for PMC

SlagHammer available for PMC characteristics

Automatically activated with CMT Drive

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2.2.3 CONNECTIVITY

2.2.3.1 Firmware Update via WeldCube Premium

Available with WeldCube Premium release 2.32

2.3 Fixed bugs

2.3.1.1 Issue Jop optimizing

The following problem has been fixed: If the job is changed in the background while changing

the wire feed value, the newly set values are not applied, but those of the currently selected job

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Changes from V3.5.0 to V3.5.2

Date: January 9th 2023

2.4 Software version of system components

MCU 3.5.2

Spider 5.1.21

SR63 1.847.13

iJob 3.6.2

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.6.49

PullMig / CMT 1.224.0

RC Panel Basic 1.3.0

RC Panel Standard 1.7.16

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.04.15

RobIORel 2.0.2

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.45.0

RI IO 1.40.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.74.0

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.24.0

TMC 1.9.0

2.5 New functions

No new functions for TPS/I Series.

2.6 Fixed bugs

Problem establishing connection with new Vizor Connect helmets

Due to a name change of the Vizor Connect helmets, the helmet was no longer found in the menu

"Add bluetooth device" and could not be connected.

Due to supply shortages of a component (accelerometer), a new component will be installed in

Prints 4,071,193 & 4,071,193,Z Print IJob with immediate effect.

TPS/i firmware version 3.2.35 is required for the new prints.

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3 Changes from V3.2.35 to V3.5.0

Date: November 10th 2022

3.1 Software version of system components

MCU 2.04.15

Spider 5.1.21

SR63 1.847.13

iJob 3.6.0

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.6

PullMig / CMT 1.224.0

RC Panel Basic 1.1.0

RC Panel Standard 1.7.16

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.04.15

RobIORel 2.0.2

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.45.0

RI IO 1.40.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.74.0

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.24.0

TMC 1.9.0

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3.2 New functions

Support of the new dual wire feeder system for manual applications:

Support the new WF 25i Dual No Spool /4R/G/FSC - 4,049,052 and its options.

/ 2 process lines in one wire feed housing on one power source.

/ Fast switching between both process lines via torch trigger

Performance improvement for existing double-head robot applications:

For the following robot double-head systems, the switching time between the process lines is < 1 sec:

/ 4,101,065 – OPT/i WF double-head Rob. Ext.

/ 4,101,066,CK – OPT/i Controll box IGM double-head

/ 4,101,066,IK – OPT/i Controll box IGM double-head

/ 4,101,067,CK – OPT/i TPS double-head Robotics

/ 4,101,067,IK – OPT/i TPS double-head Robotics

/ 4,101,308 - OPT/i WireSwitch Roboter Ext.

The RI FB WeldCom 2.0 now supports the new Yaskawa UWI Platform:

The RI FB WeldCom 2.0 - 4,044,028 supports the new Yaskawa UWI platform (Universal Welder

Interface). Functions such as: "WireSense" and "Teaching" are now supported via the Teach Pendant.

/ Yaskawa Controller: YAS4.60.00A (EN/DE)-00

/ Fronius Weld Control: V1.0.3

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The TPS/i platform supports the WeldCube Air:

With the Firmware, it is possible to connect the TPS/i with WeldCube Air.

The new Fronius platform for fleet management, documentation, and production monitoring.

No additional software installation, only an internet connection is required – test WeldCube Air here.

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4 Changes from V3.2.34 to V3.2.35

Date: November 25th 2022

4.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.26

Spider 4.4.604

SR63 1.823.21

iJob 3.5.5

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.6.33

PullMig / CMT 1.224.10

RC Panel Basic 1.1.0

RC Panel Standard 1.6.7

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.03.14

RobIORel 1.2.0

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.36.0

RI IO 1.34.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.65.4

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.19.1

TMC 1.7.0

4.2 New functions

No new functions for TPS/I Series.

4.3 Fixed bugs

Due to supply shortages of a component (accelerometer), an new component will be installed in

Prints 4,071,193 & 4,071,193,Z Print IJob with immediate effect.

TPS/i firmware version 3.2.35 is required for the new prints.

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5 Changes from V3.2.33 to V3.2.34

Date: November 10th 2022

5.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.26

Spider 4.4.604

SR63 1.823.20

iJob 3.4.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.6.33

PullMig / CMT 1.224.10

RC Panel Basic 1.1.0

RC Panel Standard 1.6.7

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.03.14

RobIORel 1.2.0

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.36.0

RI IO 1.34.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.65.4

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.19.1

TMC 1.7.0

5.2 New functions

No new functions for TPS/I Series.

5.3 Fixed bugs

Internal Software changes to react to limited component availability at SR 63C – 4,071,791,Z &

SR63C MARE 4,071,793,Z and support the new PCB-Versions.

TPS/i firmware version 3.2.34 is required for the new prints.

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6 Changes from V3.2.32 to V3.2.33

Date: October 10th 2022

6.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.26

Spider 4.4.604

SR63 1.823.16

iJob 3.4.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.6.33

PullMig / CMT 1.224.10

RC Panel Basic 1.1.0

RC Panel Standard 1.6.7

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.03.14

RobIORel 1.2.0

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.36.0

RI IO 1.34.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.65.4

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.19.1

TMC 1.7.0

6.2 New functions

No new functions for TPS/I Series.

6.3 Fixed bugs

Internal Software changes to react to limited component availability at SMB500i - 4,071,676.

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7 Changes from V3.2.31 to V3.2.32

Date: September.9th 2022

7.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.26

Spider 4.4.602

SR63 1.823.16

iJob 3.4.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.6.33

PullMig / CMT 1.224.10

RC Panel Basic 1.1.0

RC Panel Standard 1.6.7

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.03.14

RobIORel 1.2.0

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.36.0

RI IO 1.34.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.65.4

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.19.1

TMC 1.7.0

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7.2 New functions

No new functions for TPS/i. This Release is only for iWave Series.

7.3 Fixed bugs

No fixed Bugs for TPS/i. This Release is only for iWave Series.

New iWave specific functions and fixed bugs please see iWave Release History.

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8 Changes from V3.2.30 to V3.2.31

Date: July 20th 2022

8.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.26

Spider 4.4.602

SR63 1.823.15

iJob 3.4.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.6.33

PullMig / CMT 1.224.10

RC Panel Basic 1.1.0

RC Panel Standard 1.6.7

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.03.14

RobIORel 1.2.0

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.36.0

RI IO 1.34.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.65.4

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.19.1

TMC 1.7.0

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8.2 New functions

No new functions for TPS/i.

8.3 Fixed bugs

Problem with switching behavior "WireSwitch“

There was an issue that the wire buffer was not working on the second line

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9 Changes from V3.2.20 to V3.2.30

Date: June.29th 2022

9.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.26

Spider 4.4.602

SR63 1.823.12

iJob 3.4.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.6.33

PullMig / CMT 1.224.9

RC Panel Basic 1.1.0

RC Panel Standard 1.6.7

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.03.14

RobIORel 1.2.0

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.36.0

RI IO 1.34.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.65.4

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.19.1

TMC 1.7.0

Version history TPS/i 34/193

9.2 New functions

Internal Software changes to react to limited component availability at RI FB Inside & RI FB

Extend Interfaces, Manual & Robotics Wire Feeders.

Support of new function "WireSwitch“

Switch cooling Pump to Stop

Now it is possible to switch the cooling pump to “stop” from an external controller without changing

the “Colling unit mode”

New “Working mode 17 – cooling pump stop (BIT 2 – 6 Working mode BIT 0 – 4)

9.3 Fixed bugs

The automatic gas control can be deactivated on TWIN.

For technicians is it now possible to deactivate the automatic gas control for TWIN with the service

dongle.

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10 Changes from V3.2.10 to V3.2.20

Date: April.20th 2022

10.1 Software version of system components

MCU 2.02.14

Spider 4.4.408

SR63 1.758.43

iJob 3.4.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.6.27

PullMig / CMT 1.195.15

RC Panel Basic 1.1.0

RC Panel Standard 1.6.3

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.02.14

RobIORel 1.2.0

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.36.0

RI IO 1.34.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.65.1

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.19.1

TMC 1.5.4

10.2 New functions

Internal Software changes to react to limited component availability at SMB500i - 4,071,676.

Version history TPS/i 36/193

11 Changes from V3.2.0 to V3.2.10

Date: March.04th 2022

11.1 Software version of system components

MCU 2.02.14

Spider 4.4.208

SR63 1.758.43

iJob 3.4.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.6.27

PullMig / CMT 1.195.15

RC Panel Basic 1.1.0

RC Panel Standard 1.6.3

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.02.14

RobIORel 1.2.0

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.36.0

RI IO 1.34.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.65.1

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.19.1

TMC 1.5.4

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11.2 New functions

Support of new function "ConstantWire“

Activation WP: 4,066,019 – WP ConstantWire

Constant Wire replaces the CC/CV-Mode that has been available on the TPS. It is mostly used for laser

brazing and other laser welding applications.

This function allows to feed the wire either with current (hotwire) or without (coldwire).

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Activate additional values for documentation

It is now possible to activate additional values for the documentation and visualization on WeldCube

via the SmartManager

/ Welding speed

/ Real value gas flow

/ Motor force M1 – M3

Setting different reactions when the wire buffer is empty

It is now possible to set different reactions when the wire buffer is empty: "Ignore" "After seam end"

or "Error”

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11.3 Fixed Bugs

Errors 5, 30 and 31 is changed to a Warning:

In order to ensure a consistent error/warning/info-system Errors 5, 30 and 31 were changed to a

warning, because it doesn’t result in any damage.

Permanent "Error 17135" or "Error 17580" after update to V2.4.8 or V3.2.0:

There were some problems with "Error 17135" for cooling units or "Error 17580" for water flow

sensors after update to V2.4.8 or V3.2.0.

The problem was incorrectly programmed device IDs. This error has been fixed with this release

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12 Changes from V2.4.8 to V3.2.0

Date: January. 04th 2022

12.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.26

Spider 4.4.128

SR63 1.758.20

iJob 3.4.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.6.26

PullMig / CMT 1.195.12

RC Panel Basic 1.1.0

RC Panel Standard 1.6.3

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.01.61

RobIORel 1.2.0

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.36.0

RI IO 1.34.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.62.2

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.19.1

TMC 1.5.4

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12.2 New functions

Support of new function “OPT/i TouchSense Adv.”

The new TouchSense Advanced function promises the following advantages and possible applications:

Two welding systems are in operation on one component: While one system is in welding mode, it is

possible to determine the welding position on the second system. The touch errors that used to occur

due to so-called "air hits" have been largely eliminated.

Anti-spatter-liquids or dirt between the gas nozzle and the component have hardly any influence on

the short circuit during the gas nozzle position search.

The welding system recognizes whether the touch signal was triggered by the wire electrode or gas

nozzle. Different touch signals are output.

A possible short circuit between gas nozzle and contact tip can be queried in the system. This "Short

circuit contact tip" signal indicates a spatter accumulation, which can be responded to accordingly.

For further details, please refer to the presentation "Release Info V3.2.0".

The new "Welding Circuit Coupling" software function enables measurement of the existing

inductances in the welding circuit.

A wizard in the "Components & Monitoring" menu guides the user through the necessary steps to

perform the measurement on the system. The measurement result is displayed in the following units

and evaluated by means of a defined scale.

/ Rcoupling mOhm (common ground)

/ Kcoupling - % (inductive coupling)

The measurement of the inductance in the welding circuit provides a good indicator of the grounding

quality already during commissioning. Especially when more than one welding systems weld on one

component, inductance often leads to welding problems that could be prevented already during

commissioning by optimized cable management.

The measurement results of the Welding Circuit Coupling are stored in the logbook.

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The new "Opt/i SenseLead" hardware option as a problem solver

If optimized cable management does not lead to the desired result, inductance problems can be

largely eliminated by means of this hardware option.

For further details, please refer to the presentation "Release Info V3.2.0".

Preselection of Synergic Lines

The user can define Synergic Lines using a filter on the SmartManager, which are then visible and

selectable on the user interface on the welding device. In this way, the range of Synergic Lines can be

reduced to those used in operation and user errors when selecting Synergic Lines in parameter

setting can be avoided.

For further details, please refer to the presentation "Release Info V3.2.0".

Inform on change if a gas sensor is no longer connected during operation

If one of the gas sensors gets disconnected, a warning gets displayed.

For further details, please refer to the presentation "Release Info V3.2.0".

Inform on change if a wire end sensor gets disconnected during operation

If one of the wire end sensors gets disconnected or unplugged, a warning gets displayed.

For further details, please refer to the presentation "Release Info V3.2.0".

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Change Synergic Lines in Optimize Job menu

Now it is possible to change the Synergic Lines and characteristics (Universal, PCS, Dynamic..) per

process or the process (Pulse, Std. PMC LSC) itself in the Optimize Job menu for a programmed job.

For further details, please refer to the presentation "Release Info V3.2.0".

Make the sampling rate for documentation adjustable on the SmartManager

Now it is possible to set the sampling rate on the SmartManager.

Make the Network settings available on the SmartManager

Now it is possible to set the Network settings on the SmartManager.

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Make Date & Time settings available on the SmartManager

Now it is possible to set Date & Time on the SmartManager.

Renaming "Remote Support" in "Service Connect"

Decision to rename the function Remote Service was made.

Command value gas can be set to OFF

Especially for manual systems, it is now possible to switch the command value gas to OFF if the user

would like to have the option of welding gasless filler wires (e.g.: outdoor bridge construction) as well

as normal wires with built-in gas regulators (4,100,969,CK).

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Notification of editing Jobs on the SmartManager or GUI if already in use

If someone change job parameters on the GUI and at the same time another user makes changes on

the SmartManager (different PCs, different location), the User gets the information that another user

is changing the job;

For further details, please refer to the presentation "Release Info V3.2.0".

Confirm password entry

As usual in the IT area, the password should be confirmed by a second input field

Display of a Warning if the motor force exceeds the max. value in the Logbook at the GUI

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Signal output during welding simulation depending on the welding process phase

Process active, Arc stable and Main current signal are set dependent on gas pre or post flow, starting

current and slope times;

For further details, please refer to the presentation "Release Info V3.2.0".

Interface for CU1800 & CU4700 is supported

4,101,273 – OPT/i CU Interface

The iWave product range gets supported

For further details please see product launch documentation or iWave UserManual

WebLink UserManual: http://manuals.fronius.com/HTML/4204260360/en-US.html

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The WF25i FlexDive gets supported

4,036,532 WF 25i FlexDrive G/W & 4,036,533 WF 25i FlexDrive G/W JM

TWIN Push-Pull product range gets supported

For further details please see product launch documentation for TWIN Push-Pull

12.3 Fixed Bugs

Function F1 key on Robacta-Drive & Robacta Drive CMT:

On the Robacta-Drive & Robacta Drive CMT, the F1 key can be used to activate the "Teach" function on

the power source.

It was not possible to activate this function with the F1 key when a robot interface is connected. This

error has now been corrected.

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13 Changes from V2.4.7 to V2.4.8

Date: October. 29th 2021

13.1 Software version of system components

MCU 2.4.1380

Spider 4.2.21

SR63 1.703.14

iJob 3.4.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.5.22

PullMig / CMT 1.174.8

RC Panel Basic 1.0.72

RC Panel Standard 1.3.3

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.0.110

RobIORel 2.0.0

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.24.0

RI IO 1.24.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.44.0

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.18.0

TMC 1.3.1

13.2 New functions

Changes “WAAM” characteristics:

The "WAAM" characteristics are available again as special characteristics, under the new property "additive".

13.3 Fixed Bugs

Internal Software changes to react to limited component availability.

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14 Changes from V2.4.5 to V2.4.7

Date: June. 29th 2021

14.1 Software version of system components

MCU 2.4.1380

Spider 4.2.21

SR63 1.703.10

iJob 3.4.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.5.20

PullMig / CMT 1.174.1

RC Panel Basic 1.0.72

RC Panel Standard 1.3.3

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.0.110

RobIORel 2.0.0

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.24.0

RI IO 1.24.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.44.0

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.18.0

TMC 1.3.1

Version history TPS/i 50/193

14.2 New functions

Support MultiDrive Systems:

These system configurations enable wire conveying distances of up to 50 m by using multiple motors.
This setup works for Push, PushPull and CMT configurations.

Push System:

Push-Pull System:

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CMT System:

14.3 Fixed Bugs

Error Message “17013 - Cooling Pump doesn`t reach the required rotations” for CU1400i Pro/MC

& CU2000i Pro/MC.

The Issue that the message "17013 - Cooling Pump doesn`t reach the required rotations " appears at

some new charge numbers of rotary pumps in the colling units 4,048,017,633 CU1400i Pro/MC &

4,048,009,633 - CU2000i Pro/MC is now solved;

Air hits if the Touch function is activated and more than one welding system is used on the part

The problem that caused air hits during the Touch function is activated, when using multiple power

sources on one component, has now been resolved; This Issue occurred only if the “Touchsensing

sensitivity” was set between 1- 5

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15 Changes from V2.4.2 to V2.4.5

Date: May. 10th 2021

15.1 Software version of system components

MCU 2.4.1379

Spider 4.2.21

SR63 1.703.10

iJob 3.4.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.5.10

PullMig / CMT 1.174.1

RC Panel Basic 1.0.72

RC Panel Standard 1.3.3

RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces 2.0.105

RobIORel 2.0.0

AI IO/i & AI IO/i V2 1.24.0

RI IO 1.24.0

RI IO PRO/i 1.44.0

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.18.0

TMC 1.3.1

15.2 New functions RI FB Inside/i & RI FB Extended interfaces

ProcessActive Timeout for ModbusTCP can be set on the Smart Manager

On the RI FB Inside with Modbus/TCP interface, this setting ensures that if the cable is accidentally

disconnected from the interface, the weld is aborted and all signals from the power source are reset to

a defined state.

New Working Mode Standard Manually can be selected via the robot interface

The "Standard Mode" can selected via the interface using the Working Mode Bit 0 - 4.

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15.3 Fixed Bugs

Freezing of the Operating Unit in JobMode

The Issue that caused the operation to freeze when the "Optimize job window" was open has now

been fixed;

In rare cases, the error message "16836 - Weld start during gas pre-calibration" appears during

motor calibration

The Issue that the message "16836 - Weld start during gas pre-calibration" appears when the gas

pressure is too low during motor calibration is now fixed;

Collision signal for double-head systems

The collision signal is not evaluated during the changeover time in the case of double-head

changeover and the actual Signal Status remains the same

Problem with the gas regulator with error message "16831 - Gas valve electricaly disconnected

The Issue that the message "16831 - Gas valve electricaly disconnected." Appers randomly for short

seams is now fixed. When the gas valve get´s activated, the actual gas value display is no longer briefly

displayed as zero;

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16 Changes from V2.3.1 to V2.4.2

Date: Oct. 20th 2020

16.1 Software version of system components

MCU 2.4.1364

Spider 4.2.20

SR63 1.703.9

iJob 3.4.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.5.10

PullMig 1.174.1

RC Panel Basic 1.0.72

RC Panel Standard 1.3.3

RI FB Inside/i 2.0.105

RI FB Extended interfaces 2.0.105

RobIORel 1.2.0

ROB202 1.24.0

ROB302 1.24.0

ROB502 1.44.0

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.18.0

TMC 1.3.1

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16.2 New functions TPS 320i – 600i

EasyJobs

EasyJobs which have no welding parameters stored are now clearly visible.

It’s not possible to accidently delete an already programmed EasyJob.

Intermediate arc range

The intermediate arc range for Standard and LSC processes is now visualized in the status bar of the

display.

Logbook

Logbook entries on the power source and on the SmartManger can now be extended by a simple click.

That way all details of the entry are available at any time.

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 • Visualization of welding sections  Section 1: Start current phase / Section 2: Main current

phase / Section 3: End current phase

• Recall logbook entries to visualize error message details

OPT/i Digital gas controller

The minimum gas flow rate setting has been extended from 0.5l/(1.06 CFH) min to "off".

With setting "off" the control valve will not be opened  no shielding gas.

CU – Flow sensor

At a coolant temperature below 10°C/50°F the lower warning limit for the minimum coolant flow rate

was reduced from 0.7l/min to 0.5l/min.

Auto backup

The network file system SMB 2.02 and SMB 3.02 is now supported.

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New system components are supported

TPS 320iC configurable

4,075,234 TPS 320i C /4R/FSC

4,075,234,800 TPS 320i C /4R/FSC/nc

4,075,234,830 TPS 320i C /4R/FSC/MW/nc

4,075,234,970 TPS 320i C /4R/FSC/S/nc

CU variantes

4,048,014 CU 800i

4,048,014,800 CU 800i /460V

4,048,015 CU 800i Pro

4,048,016 CU 1100i

4,048,016,800 CU 100i /460V

4,048,016,830 CU 1100i /MV

4,048,016,850 CU 1100i /MV RVP

4,048,017,633 CU 1400i Pro/MC

Wire buffer

4,001,131 Drahtpufferstet CMT TPS/i 8,0m

High-Speed Touch Sensing installation kit

4,101,283,IK/CK OPT/i TPS HighSpeed Touch Sensing OUT

MMA/SMAW mode

The open circuit voltage has been increased to the max. open circuit voltage of the power source for

better arc ignition.

Laser Hybrid

The Crossjet pressure is now visualized on the system data screen of the SmartManager.

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17 Changes from V2.2.5 to V2.3.1

Date: March 31st 2020

17.1 Software version of system components

MCU 2.3.1304

Spider 3.3.20

SR63 1.642.22

iJob 3.3.0

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.3.10

PullMig 1.133.7

RC Panel Basic 1.0.72

RC Panel Standard 1.3.2

RI FB Inside/i 1.15.9

RI FB Extended interfaces 1.12.38

RobIORel 1.2.0

ROB202 1.24.0

ROB302 1.24.0

ROB502 1.44.0

iRob 2.4.1

Scrat 2.18.0

TMC 1.3.1

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17.2 New functions TPS 320i – 600i

Motor force monitoring

To get feedback about the wire feeding conditions (wear of the inner liner, wire feed motor,…) it is now

possible to monitor the motor force. A specific reaction can be defined if the limit is exceeded.

Note: always the process relevant motor M1 is monitored.

A limit violation with setting “warning” will be displayed in the logbook of the SmartManager. It is

necessary to add the column motor force.

Wi-Fi functionality

All systems, which have the certificate 4,067,101 NFC/BLE/WIFI24 factory installed, now support Wi-Fi

functionality. This can be found in the “Network Setup” menu.

WPA/WPA2 Personal Key networks are supported as client.

Hint: to establish a direct connection between a PC and a power source, a hotspot must be set up.

Both the PC and the power source need to be connected to this Hotspot.

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Arc Gouging

The setting range for the electrode characteristic has been extended with Arc Gouging. This setting is

optimized to get the best results when arc gouging.

Recommended setting for arc gouging:

Characteristic: Arc Gouging

Anti-Stick: off

Enhancements for limit monitoring

Monitoring of the submitted energy per weld seam:

Monitoring of the welding duration per weld seam:

If limit monitoring is enabled on the power source, it is now possible in the limit monitoring settings to

enter a energy command value and/or a welding duration time command value.

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To be able to use limit monitoring with the two new parameters it is necessary to assign one Job to a

specific welding seam.

With the right setting (Error/Warning) an upper- or lower limit violation will be documented in the log

book. If the setting is at Error, the weld will be interrupted immediately if the upper level is exceeded.

The limit monitoring is only possible in Job Mode.

If one welding seam contains two or more Jobs and a specific weld sequence, the energy value and

welding duration of the previous Job has to added to the following Jobs. The total duration and energy

must be the value for the last Job being welded.

Extension of Job names to 30 characters

The Job name was limited in length to 20 characters only – this has been extended to 30 characters.

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17.3 New functions RI FB Inside/i

Interface signal description overview online available

https://manuals.fronius.com/html/4204260227/en-US.html#Cover

“System Not Ready” Bit (Digital Output)

Bit 39 “System Not Ready” only turns only LOW if all error messages are acknowledged. If the bit

remains with status HIGH an error message is present at the system and the power source is not

ready to weld.

The bit refers to system failures that prevent the arc welding process from starting. (e.g. Robot not

Ready is no error message of the welding system, therefore the bit “System Not Ready” is LOW)

Status information:

System is ready to weld  Status Bit LOW

System is not ready to weld  Status Bit HIGH

Defined length for wire forward / backward (Analogue Input)

WORD 15 / Byte 30 and 31 / Bits 240-255 defines a specific wire length being fed forward or

backward when wire forward (Bit 9) or wire backward (Bit 10) is activated.

Unit: mm

The value must be minimum 10mm and max. 10.000mm and can be changed in steps of 10mm.

Example: if a value of 250mm is set and “Wire backward” (Bit 10) is activated, the wire will be fed

backwards for a distance of 250mm.

Bit 7 (Touch) will turn HIGH as soon as this distance is achieved.

If “wire forward” (Bit 9) is used and the wire is touching the work piece prior of achieving the set

distance, Bit 5 (STF/Touch) will turn HIGH

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WireSense

WireSense uses the wire electrode as sensor and delivers a corresponding signal to the robot by

precisely scanning the component in advance of performing the weld.

To use the function WireSense the OPT/i WireSense 4,067,020 must by activated at the power source

and the system must be CMT-Ready on the hardware site.

Input signals:

“WireSense start” (Bit 5) – activate the WireSense routine and the wire will be moved forward and

backward with a frequency of 100Hz

“WireSense break” (Bit6) – this bit can only be high if Bit 5 “WireSense start” is HIGH. “WireSense

break” stops the wire movement and the actual distance value will be stored.

“WireSense edge detection” (WORD 16 / Byte 32 / Bit 256-271) – transmits the edge height in the

range between 0,5 – 20mm

If this value is exceeded when WireSense is active, Bit 7 (Touch) will get HIGH and the real measured

value of the height will be transmitted via WORD 16 “Wire position”.

The function edge detection is not working if a value lower than 0,5mm is transmitted.

Output signals:

“Wire position” (WORD 16 / Byte 32 und 33 / Bit 256-271) – transmits the wire position in mm.

Depending on the change in the length of the free wire electrode between contact tip and work piece,

the value is transferred.

If the input “WireSense edge detection” is active, the value will only be transmitted if the set edge

height is achieved.

The signal “Wire position” will be as well transmitted when using “TeachMode”

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17.4 New functions RI FB Extended Interfaces

Higher sampling rate

For all Extended Interfaced the sampling rate for the following signals has been increased.

/ Welding voltage

/ Welding current

/ Wire feed speed

/ Seam tracking value

If the robot’s bus cycle time is 20ms or greater, these signals will be transmitted using the robot’s set

sampling rate. If the robot’s bus cycle time is lower than 20ms, these signals will be set at the Fronius

Interface’s bus speed of 20ms and be deterministic.

17.5 WeldCube Premium

The WeldCube Premium software has to be updated to minimum Version V2.5.97 if the systems is

connected to a WeldCube Premium.

To get the full functionality with the TPS/i an update to V2.8 is recommended.

17.6 Fixed Bugs

Display of available Welding packages

After turning the power source Off/ON all Welding Packages were displayed as available though they

were not enabled. This caused confusion.

This bug was fixed.

WF Reel Sand Alone

Specific error messages were not defined within the WF Reel Stand Alone version. If such an error

occurred the wire feed motor kept feeding wire constantly.

This bug was fixed – if a non-defined error message should occur the wire feed motor will stop

immediately.

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18 Changes from V2.2.3 to V2.2.5

Date: Dec. 16th 2019

18.1 Fixed Bugs

SmartManager

When exporting the Job data’s from the SmartManager into a PDF or Excel document, the common

values for current and voltage were incorrectly determined in relevance to the set wire feed speed.

This bug has been fixed.

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19 Changes from V2.1.0 to V2.2.3

Date: Oct. 21st 2019

19.1 Software version of system components

MCU 2.2.1243

Spider 3.2.42

SR63 1.623.9

iJob 3.3.0

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.2.4

PullMig 1.124.0

RC Panel Basic 1.0.72

RC Panel Standard 1.0.36

RI FB Inside/i 1.14.5

RI FB Extended interfaces 1.11.25

RobIORel 1.2.0

ROB202 1.21.0

ROB302 1.21.0

ROB502 1.41.0

iRob 2.3.2

Scrat 2.17.0

TMC 1.2.0

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19.2 New functions TPS 320i – 600i

Synchropulse 10Hz

The frequency range for Synchropulse has been extended from 3Hz to 10Hz. This is available as

standard feature. The power source, and wire feeder, automatically adjusts the maximum possible

delta wire feed speed for the frequency range according to the table below, even if a higher delta wire

feed speed is set. Even if a higher delta wire feed speed is set, the frequency range in the table takes

priority.

The true Delta wire feed value will not be displayed in the setting menu.

Improvement error statistics

In order to simplify the evaluation of the error messages present in the system, they will now be

subdivided into 3 categories.

/ Errors – Message will be displayed immediately and the welding process is interrupted.

/ Warnings – Message will be displayed if a defined warning level is reached, the welding

process is not interrupted.

/ Notifications – will be displayed if triggered by adjustable limits (e.g. wire end sensor).

Those are no errors or warnings which would affect the functionality of the welding

system.
* Due to different influencing factors some error numbers can have a different reaction than the once stated above

It is possible to filter the messages in the SmartManager and power source according to the three

different categories.

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Adjustable limit value for coolant flow

A warning level for the coolant flow rate can now be entered in the components setup.

Setting range: Off; 0,75 – 0,95l/min

Factory setting: Off

With factory setting “off” a warning message will pop up if the coolant flow rate is lower than 0,7l/min.

The welding process is interrupted in this case, the pump will still pump coolant through the water

circuit.

Trial License

Power sources, which have Firmware V2.2.1 factory installed, can now take advantage of the Trial

License feature.

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19.3 New functions RI FB Inside/i

Job correction

The Job correction values for welding power and arc length correction can now be changed within the

predefined limits set in the Job. The signals “wire feed speed command value” and “Arc length

correction” are used by the controller to modify both values. These signal functions in a value/setting

range from -32768 to +32768 and can be entered directly as number. If the entered value is outside

the range, the “Correction Out of Range” bit will appear. Each value will have a division factor (Factor)

that will show the scale of the interface value to the set value.

The Job correction for welding power is specified as percentage:

Factor: 100

Data type: SINT

Example: +15% set value = 1500 interface value

The Job correction for arc length is specified as absolute value:

Factor: 10

Data type: SINT

Example: +2 set value = 20 interface value

Process visualization CMT

If the welding process CMT is selected, the interface will transmit the value 8 via “Process mode”

19.4 New functions RI IO Pro/i

Job correction

The Job correction values for welding power and arc length correction can now be changed within the

predefined limits set in the Job. The signals “wire feed speed command value” and “Arc length

correction” are used by the controller to modify both values. Each signal requires a0 – 10V analogue

value from the controller. 0V always corresponds to the set minimum value, 10V to the set maximum

value and 5V always corresponds to the value 0

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19.5 Fixed Bugs

User management with front panel standard and RC Panel Standard

Under most circumstances, the power source’s user management system would prevent welding

processes from being changed when activated. However, when an Standard front panel was mounted

on the wire feeder or an RC panel was connected to the welding system, the welding process could be

changed regardless of the user management system. To prevent this, a new setting was created in the

user management system.

„Setting RC/WF Standard – full control  disabled“

This feature blocks the ability to change the process from

either the WF panel or the RC panel. With this disabled, the

process can only be changed trough the MCU when the

proper user role has been selected.

PMC-Twin process

For TWIN systems, the PMC process could not be selected even when the TWIN Controller was

connected. This problem has been solved.

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20 Changes from V2.0.2 to V2.1.0

Date: May 23rd 2019

20.1 Software version of system components

MCU 2.2.1179

Spider 3.1.43

SR63 1.606.5

iJob 3.3.0

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.92

PullMig 1.116.0

RC Panel Basic 1.0.72

RC Panel Standard 1.0.35

RI FB Inside/i 1.13.5

RI FB Extended interfaces 1.10.14

RobIORel 1.2.0

ROB202 1.18.0

ROB302 1.21.0

ROB502 1.39.0

iRob 2.2.1

Scrat 2.17.0

TMC 1.1.9

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20.2 New functions TPS 270i C und 320i C

TIG U/D control with TMC

TIG torches with TMC U/D functionality are supported if OPT/i TPS C TIG TMC (4,100,907,IK/CK) is built

in in the compact power source.

20.3 New functions TPS 320i – 600i

New icons

For better identification, various MCU setting icons have been added or changed.

Data interfaces – API (Application Programming Interface)

There are now 2 standardized protocols available to choose from.

Open Platform Communications – Unified Architecture

OPT/i OPC-UA 4,067,023

Supported functions:

Provide live data for adoptions into other systems

Ability to transfer data from other systems

Defined amount of data

Read & write

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Message Queuing Telemetry Transport

OPT/i MQTT 4,067,024

Supported functions:

Provide live data for adoptions into other systems

Defined amount of data

Read only

Both API’s have to be configured on the SmartManager in the power source settings.

Picture: MQTT

Picture: OPC-UA

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WeldConnect-App – Connect mobile devices (Smart-phones, tables, etc.) with the power source

Mobile devices can be individually assigned to a defined user in the user management of the power

source.

This makes it possible to establish a direct connection to the power source via the WeldConnect app.

Display error messages on the SmartManager

A click on the red status bar will open an info window for the current error message.

Central User Management

The connection to the Central User Management is supported. Settings for connecting to the Central

User Management Server can be made on the power source or on the SmartManager.

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Torch LED

By briefly pressing the torch trigger, the LED will now

light up for 60 sec.

The LED can be switched off by pressing the trigger

again.

At welding start, the LED switches off automatically.

Error messages

The displayed texts for error messages have been updated for better understandability.

Touch sensing sensitivity

Improvements on setting 0 implemented.

Seam tracking

The output signal “Actual real value for seam tracking” was improved. The value is now independent of

the filler metal, wire diameter or welding process. The signal can be used for the welding processes

Standard (CV), Pulse, PMC, CMT and PMC TWIN.

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Signal visualization on the SmartManager

For better state recognition, the current status of the signal will now display 0 or 1 respectively.

20.4 New functions RI IO Pro/i

Limit signal

The limit signal can now be configured to the configurable outputs. When limit monitoring is

activated, a signal is sent to the controller if the limit is exceeded.

20.5 New functions RI FB Inside/i

Safety status

Two new output bits have been implemented in the standard signal range which transmit the status of

the safety circuit to the robot.

Safety-Status Bit 0

Safety-Status Bit 1

Status definition:

0 0 Self-test

0 1 Halt

1 0 Stop

1 1 Active / Not available

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20.6 TWIN functionality for TPS/i

This release implements all functionalities required to operate Push-TWIN systems with the TPS/i

platform.

With TWIN systems the menu “TWIN process control” will be available in the process parameters.

This includes the following settings:

Below are three new functions with the following parameters:

Pulse Synchronization Ratio

Setting range: Auto; 1:1; 1:2; 1:3

Default setting: Auto

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 Phase shift Lead/Trail

Setting range: Auto; 0 – 95%

Default setting: Auto

Ignition delay Trail

Setting range: OFF; Auto; 0,00 – 2,00 sec

Default setting: Auto

For all three functions, the optimum parameters are stored in the TWIN-Synergic line characteristic

with factory setting “Auto”.

This functions allow:

/ Large wire feed speed differences between Lead- and Trail arc

/ The choice of any time offset between the droplet detachment of Lead- and Trail arc

/ A synchronized Arc-start sequence

If needed, all parameters are individual adjustable.

With the expansion of the process variant PMC to tandem processes, the stabilizer for TPS/i TWIN

Push are also available.

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21 Changes from V2.0.1 to V2.0.2

Date: March 18th 2019

21.1 Software version of system components

MCU 2.1.1110

Spider 3.0.16

SR63 1.569.12

iJob 3.3.0

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.89

PullMig 1.101.6

RC Panel Basic 1.0.72

RC Panel Standard 1.0.35

RI FB Inside/i 1.13.1

RI FB Extended interfaces 1.9.3

RobIORel 1.2.0

ROB202 1.16.0

ROB302 1.19.0

ROB502 1.36.0

iRob 1.5.3

Scrat 2.17.0

TMC 1.1.9

21.2 New functions TPS 320i – 600i

The DB/i Steel Edition 4,069,050 is supported.

21.3 Fixed Bugs

Low coolant flow with CU 1400i and CU 2000i

The firmware V2.0.1 causes a reduced flow rate of the coolant in combination with a CU 1400i/2000i.

This lead to error messages of the flow sensor.

This bug has been fixed.

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22 Changes from V1.9.0 to V2.0.1

Date: Jan. 21st 2019

22.1 Software version of system components

MCU 2.1.1109

Spider 3.0.16

SR63 1.569.12

iJob 3.3.0

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.87

PullMig 1.101.6

RC Panel Basic 1.0.72

RC Panel Standard 1.0.35

RI FB Inside/i 1.12.19

RI FB Extended interfaces 1.9.3

RobIORel 1.2.0

ROB202 1.16.0

ROB302 1.19.0

ROB502 1.36.0

iRob 1.5.3

Scrat 2.17.0

TMC 1.1.9

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22.2 New functions TPS 320i - 600i

Documentation of gas consumption on display and SmartManager

The total gas consumption is documented if either OPT/i WF gas flow sensor or OPT/i gas controller

are installed in the system.

The total consumption is displayed as a sum value in the system data screen

The documentation logbook on the SmarManager will show the gas consumption per welding seam

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New trigger mode for spot welding

The trigger mode for spot welding can now be changed from the known 4-step mode to a 2-step

mode. For critical welding applications, which are welded in spot mode, the weld can now be stopped

at any time from the welder.

The actual setting for the spot welding trigger mode is as well visible in the trigger mode setting.

Network settings

The network settings are immediately active when set or changed. It is not necessary to cycle the

system anymore.

SmartManager

The power source name is now visible on the status bar

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Bluetooth LE available

All systems, which have the certificate 4,067,101 NFC/BLE/WIFI24 Inside factory installed, support

now the following Bluetooth LE remote controls.

4,046,111 RC Panel Basic /BT – Supports power and arc length correction

4,046,112 RC Pedal TIG /BT – Supports the power setting in MMA/Stick (electrode) mode.

22.3 Fixed Bugs

TPS 400i LSC Advanced

The power source loses after cycling the power all installed Welding Packages – this bug has been

fixed.

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23 Changes from V1.8.6 to V1.9.0

Date: Oct. 31st 2018

23.1 Software version of system components

MCU 2.0.1028

Spider 2.6.162

SR63 1.536.4

iJob 3.2.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.81

PullMig 1.94.1

RC Panel Basic 1.0.72

RC Panel Standard 1.0.33

RI FB Inside/i 1.12.19

RI FB Yaskawa WeldCom 2.0 1.8.19

RobIORel 1.1.0

ROB202 1.16.0

ROB302 1.18.0

ROB502 1.27.0

iRob 1.5.3

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23.2 New functions TPS 320i - 600i

New option: OPT/i CMT Cycle Step (4,067,012)

With OPT/i CMT Cycle Step it is possible to use the Cycle Step process for all CMT synergic lines.

Attention: WP CMT necessary! (4,066,016)

Settings for Cycle Step:

Cycles: 1 – 2000

The number of welding drops (CMT-cycles) for one welding spot. In

combination with the wire feed speed it defines the size of the welding spot.

Interval break time: 0,01 – 2 sec

The interval break time is the time between each welding spot. A higher time

allows the welding spot to cool down longer, the more defined is the seam

appearance (ripples).

Interval cycles: Permanent/ 1 – 2000

The number of repetitions of the CMT-cycles (incl. break time) till weld stop. If

setting is on permanent the repetitions are ongoing until Arc Off (weld stop).

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Logbook enhancements

The login/logoff of users is now documented in the logbook under Events. Users who log on via

SmartManager are also listed. An extra filter for Error log was implemented.

Symbols

New symbols were added for the process parameters.

Enhancement for Spot welding

Start- and End current conditions are now active in spot welding mode if a time is set for Weld-

start/Weld-end.

Attention: if the End-current time is set, the spot welding time will not end with the set spot welding

time. The set End-current time will be added to the spot welding time.

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Unique Firmware ID

The Firmware has now a unique 5 digit ID added. This allows to identify the installed Firmware.

Example: V1.9.0-17349.10743

SmartManager

Logbook enhancements

The logbook entry’s can now be filtered for Welds / Errors / Events

Events are Logins and Logouts of users on the SmartManager as well as on the power source.

23.3 Fixed Bugs

SpeedNet Improvements

The system stability could be increased due optimizations on the SpeedNet communication.

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24 Changes from V1.8.5 to V1.8.6

Date: May 28th 2018

24.1 Fixed bugs

Wire feeder is not detected

In case of wire feeder exchange with installed firmware V1.8.5, the feeder (WFxx or SBxx) couldn’t be

identified in the system. This bug has been fixed

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25 Changes from V1.8.4 to V1.8.5

Date: May 15th 2018

25.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.7.805

Spider 2.6.146

SR63 1.515.8

iJob 3.2.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.72

PullMig 1.83.4

RC Panel Basic 1.0.70

RC Panel Standard 1.0.31

RI FB Inside/i 1.11.6

RI FB Yaskawa WeldCom 2.0 1.7.5

RobIORel 1.1.0

ROB202 1.13.0

ROB302 1.15.0

ROB502 1.22.0

iRob 1.5.2

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25.2 New functions TPS 320i - 600i

Information screen: serial number

The information screen includes now the serial number of the power source.

DNS Server configuration with static IP-address

For static IP configuration the DNS Server information can be configured as well.

Many features in networking are using the name resolution with DNS.

New add on for Date & Time setting: NTP-Server

Time and date can be now be configured via NTP (Network Time Protocol).

Therefore the TPS/i is asking the current time from an NTP Server in the local network (ask your IT

Administrator for the Address) or Internet (for example: pool.ntp.org).

Also the time zone must be set according to the location of the TPS/i.

Afterwards the local time is synchronised with the time displayed on the TPS/i.

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For the service, a DNS server must be reachable and configured, if IP configuration is made manually.

The Synchronisation can also be manually

triggered using the "NTP test" button

This synchronizes time from the NTP-Server to the

time on the TPS/i

If the NTP-server is configured, the time is as well

synchronized when turning the power source ON

Set Date & Time

If the power source is not used for a longer period of time it is possible that the system loses its time

settings. In this case an information screen will pop up to set again Date & Time

WebJob Editor

The WebJob Editor (4,067,002) was optimized to fit the user interface of KUKA, Kawasaki and Comau

teach panels.

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TMC

OPT/i WF TMC connector is supported.

Smart Manager

The robot travel speed is now part of the documentation overview and the CSV-Export file.

The robot travel speed has to be transmitted through the robot interface.

25.3 New functions RI FB Inside/i

Robot travel speed

The robot travel speed can now be transmitted in cm/min in the standard process image.

(Word 9 / Byte 8-19 / Bit 144-159)

25.4 WeldCube

This Firmware supports the WeldCube Release 2.0 - Software On Premises

25.5 Arc technology

Improvements Synchropulse
An improvement on Synchropulse got implemented on all PMC synergic lines an all Pulse Aluminum

synergic lines. This improvement in only relevant in the low power range (<2m/min) of the synergic

line and supports the arc stability.

Improvements SFI ignition

The SFI ignition was optimized on all PMC syneric lines.

25.6 Fixed bugs

Improvements Synchropulse

An improvement on Synchropulse got implemented on all PMC synergic lines an all Pulse Aluminum

synergic lines. This improvement in only relevant in the low power range (<2m/min) of the synergic

line and supports the arc stability.

Improvements SFI ignition

The SFI ignition was optimized on all PMC syneric lines.

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26 Changes from V1.8.2 to V1.8.4

Date: March 16th 2018

Interim release which contains minor bug fixes.

Downgrade-Lock!

Important information! A Downgrade lock has been implemented in this software.

Due compatibility reasons it is not possible to downgrade to a lower software version anymore.

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27 Changes from V1.8.1 to V1.8.2

Date: December 21th 2017

27.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.7.744

Spider 2.6.131

SR63 1.457.18

iJob 3.0.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.71

PullMig 1.62.7

RC Panel Basic 1.0.70

RC Panel Standard 1.0.31

RI FB Inside/i 1.9.12

RI FB Yaskawa WeldCom 2.0 1.5.22

RobIORel 1.1.0

ROB202 1.13.0

ROB302 1.15.0

ROB502 1.22.0

iRob 1.5.0

27.2 New functions TPS 270i C

Trigger mode: Spot welding

Selecting MODE on the trigger selection now offers the spot welding function. The spot welding time

can be adjusted in the Setup-Menu.

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MAC-Address

The MAC address of the optional Ethernet Port is now displayed when accessing the information about

Software Version of the system.

27.3 New functions TPS 320i - 600i

Arc length and penetration stabilizer active

The status bar now displays if the stabilizers are active in the individual welding process.

LSC – penetration stabilizer active

PMC – penetration and arc length stabilizer active

A symbol displayed in gray indicates that the respective function is available but not used for the

current welding task.

Penetration stabilizer active, arc length stabilizer available but not used

Trigger mode: Spot welding

Spot welding is now included in the trigger mode setup menu.

The spot welding time can be adjusted in the section process parameters.

Setting range: 0,1 – 10 sec.

Default setting: 1 sec.

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Start / End current time active on 4-step mode

This feature prevents being in the Start or End current phase for an undefined time.

A set Start current time ends latest the start current. The start current is not active anymore if the

trigger is released prior the set time.

A set End current time stops the weld even if the trigger is still pressed. Releasing the trigger within

the set time will stop the weld immediately.

Edit Job online

The Job, which is active on the main window, will be immediately loaded for editing if the button „Job

number online“ is selected.

For robotic applications in Job mode, the Job number automatically changes with the robot Job

number call of the robot. All job changes are taken over immediately and are directly active.

Enable / disable wire feeder potentiometer

The potentiometers on the wire feeder can now be enabled or disabled on the power source.

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MAC – Address

The MAC address of the power source service port will now be displayed when the power source

information is requested. This now facilitates the clear identification of the power source in the

network.

QR-Code der IP-Adresse

In order to connect to the power source with the WeldConnect app, the IP address of the power

source is now displayed as a QR code. This can be read directly from the app.

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Monitoring gas flow

Required option: OPT/i gas flow sensor

With the gas monitoring function, a lower gas flow limit can be defined. If the gas flow is below this

limit for a defined time, an immediate error message occurs and the welding is stopped.

Setting range gas flow: 0,5 – 30 l/min

Setting range time: off, 0,1 – 10 sec.

Default Setting: 7 l/min / 2 sec.

SmartManager

User Management

Users and user roles can now be created in the User management tab. This allows easy and fast editing

of different roles and users. With the help of an external NFC reader, the corresponding data of the NFC

card can also be stored.

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27.4 Fixed Bugs

Job Mode

It could happen that Jobs which were edited or newly created via the SmartManager (WebBrowser) could

not be selected at the power source or the corresponding job number does not contain any job data

This bug has been fixed.

License Key

The new generation of the TPS/i License Keys are now recognized.

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28 Changes from V1.8.0 to V1.8.1

Date: October 13th 2017

28.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.5.706

Spider 2.6.105

SR63 1.457.5

iJob 3.0.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.65

PullMig 1.62.2

RC Panel Basic 1.0.70

RC Panel Standard 1.0.28

RI FB Inside/i 1.9.8

RI FB Yaskawa WeldCom 2.0 1.5.15

RobIORel 1.1.0

ROB202 1.5.4

ROB302 1.6.21

ROB502 1.11.52

iRob 1.5.0

28.2 Fixed Bugs RC Panel Pro

NFC function

The NFC function was not active. The NFC Key Card and the NFC Key Fob can now be used with the RC

Panel Pro.

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29 Changes from V1.7.4 to V1.8.0

Date: September 22nd 2017

29.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.5.706

Spider 2.6.105

SR63 1.457.5

iJob 3.0.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.65

PullMig 1.62.2

RC Panel Basic 1.0.70

RC Panel Standard 1.0.28

RI FB Inside/i 1.9.8

RI FB Yaskawa WeldCom 2.0 1.5.15

RobIORel 1.1.0

ROB202 1.5.4

ROB302 1.6.21

ROB502 1.11.52

iRob 1.5.0

29.2 New functions TPS 270i C

Readout enhancement

Error texts have been added, the complete text can be recalled by pushing the left rotary push button.

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If the text of the filler material is too long, it is abbreviated by „…”. To show the complete text use the

left rotary push button.

New language

Serbian has been added.

29.3 New functions TPS 320i - 600i

User management

Via user management it is now possible to limit access to different functions of the user interface and

the SmartManager.

The user, which is currently registered on the power source, is visible in the status line.

Display administrator Display welder

Note: To enable active use of the user management, it is necessary to define at least one

administrator card!

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Creating an administrator card:

Creating roles:

The tab „create role“ enables the setting of the access

level.

Creating users:

The tab „create user“ enables the adjustment of settings

depending on the NFC card.

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Profile „Locked“

This is a default user role , but it can be individually

adjusted. If the registered user logs out of the power

source, the power source switches over to the profile

“locked” – the key switch symbol appears in the status

line.

New functions of components and monitoring:

Extended functions include: Wire stick contact tip, Wire stick work piece, Wire end monitoring

Wire stick contact tip:

Setting range: Error/ignore

Filter time: 0,5 – 5 sec.

Default settings: ignore , 0,5 sec.

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It is now possible to recognise wire stick during short-circuited welding processes (short arc, PMC arc

with active arc length stabiliser). The setting “filter time” defines the period, where at least one short

circuit has to occur. An error message appears, if no short circuit is detected.

Wire stick work piece:

Setting range: Error/ignore

Default settings: ignore

If wire stick is recognised on the work piece (noodeling), the welding process is interrupted and an

error message appears.

Wire end monitoring

Following settings can be adjusted:

ignore: no reaction

After seam end: error is displayed after welding end; another welding start is not possible

error: error is displayed immediately; welding process is stopped

New option: Opt/i Limit Monitoring

If OPT/i Limit Monitoring is activated on the power source, the settings of limit monitoring are added

to the „Optimize Job” menu.

Limit Monitoring can be activated or deactivated globally in the default setting of the power source.

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Limit monitoring can be set as upper and lower limit for the following parameters

/ Current  setting range -100A up to +100A

/ Voltage  setting range -10V up to +10V

/ Wire feed (Wfs)  setting range -10m/min up to +10m/min

/ Time of maximum deviation individually for all 3 parameters  off up to 10 sec.

Standard values can be set in the menu Pre- settings for „save as job“. This settings are applied

when a new Job is saved.

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Log book

The log book has been expanded by the menu item Events (error message).

Violations of limits are displayed in the log book entries in red.

Job Slope

A defined transition between two jobs or operating points is now realised via Job Slope.

The transition defines the time between the currently selected job and the following one.

Setting range: 0 – 10 sec.

Fronius Data Channel

With the Fronius Data Channel it is possible to transmit component data’s (part number, serial

number, seam number) via the Service-Port of the power source.

Different signals and data’s can be exchanged and written between the power source and a control

unit (Robot/PLC).

Scope of signals and data:

Key Name Description E/A

1 Process active 0/1 A

2 Current flow 0/1 A

3 Article number String E

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4 Serial number String E

5 Seam number Integer E

There are different opportunities of exchanging/writing data depending on the operating system.

Basically, a TCP socket connection (Telnet) must be set up. The IP address of the TPS/i service port and

the declaration of the port number 4714 are necessary for this purpose.

Example Windows (Putty):

Note:

OPT/i Docu must be installed on the power source in order to enable an active use of the Fronius Data

Channel.

Error Management

The displayed error messages got redefined and are now clearly understandable.

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SmartManager (web browser)

New user interface:

The SmartManager displays a new user interface and new functions.

Login:

New surface for login. – The login is directly carried out in the SmartManager (web browser).

The following hint becomes visible with initial registration:

New areas (tabs):

/ Actual system data

Real and command values (live view) of current welding parameters are displayed.

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 / Power source settings

All settings, which are available on the power source can be comfortably adjusted via SmartManager.

Extension OPT/i Docu:

The CSV export has been expanded by sections and the export of the set sampling values.

Following settings can be chosen by the CSV export:

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Automatic backup

The tab „Backup & Restore“ has been expanded by the function “automatic backup”.

Inside the interval settings, the time and date of the backup can be configured.

This function can be activated or deactivated by clicking

the checkbox next to „Intervall settings“.

Settings regarding backup are chosen in the section

„Backup path“.

The protocol can be selected under “protocol”, available

options are SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) and

SMB (Server Message Block – Microsoft Network File

Sharing).

The IP address of the SFTP or Windows File Server must

be entered in the field “server”.

A port for the SFTP server can be configured in the field

“port”. If this field remains empty, the standard port 22

is used. When setting SMB, it is recommended to leave

this field blank in order to use the standard port for

SMB.

The field “filepath” configures the subfolder, where the

backup is stored. If this field remains empty, the backup is stored in the root register of the server.

Please consider that a slash “/” must always be used for SMB and SFTP.

The fields „domain\user“ and „password“ are provided for the user name and password, which are

configured in the SFTP/SMB server.

In case of a domain user, the domain must be written first, then a backslash “\” and afterwards the

user name. [DOMAIN\USER]

The proxy settings can be used if the connection via a proxy server is necessary.

If you have any questions about the configuration, please contact your network administrator.

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User management for individual use:

All created roles and users can be exported to a hard disk and uploaded into any number of power

sources. – Therefore, creating roles and users is only once necessary.

RC Panel Pro is supported

This software must be installed on the power source and on the RC Panel Pro in order to use the RC

Panel Pro.

29.4 New functions RI FB Inside/i

Transfer of seam number

The transfer of the seam number for the Inside Interface is now supported.

BIT 37 Documentation Mode HIGH/LOW

WORD 19 Weld number 0 - 65535

Functionality LOW: a seam number can be transferred as starting point, with every ignition the power

source will counts up one point

Functionality HIGH: the seam number is always transferred via Interface and must be defined for each

welding seam from the robot

Wire end sensors are supported

BIT 24 - Sensor Status 1 - OPT/i WF wire end spool

BIT 25 - Sensor Status 2 - OPT/i WF R wire end drum

BIT 26 - Sensor Status 3 - OPT/i WF R wire end ring sensor

RI FB/i FANUC 1.0

With Firmware V1.8.0 the interface RI FB/i FANUC 1.0 is supported.

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29.5 New functions Rob IO Pro

Analogue job selection

The analogue job selection has been implemented now and is based on the function principle of the

ROB5000.

Both analogue inputs (0-10V) are thereby divided into 16 ranges at 0,625V.

Analogue job - part value 1 generates the job number in steps of 16 (0,16,32,48,…)

Analogue job - part value 2 generates the job number in steps of 1 (0,1,2,3,…)

The addition of both results in the desired job number of 1-255

29.6 Neue Funktion AI IO

The signal Robot Ready has been added.

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30 Changes from V1.7.3 to V1.7.4

Date: April 21th 2017

30.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.4.608

Spider 2.6.76

SR63 1.4.19.2

iJob 3.0.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.61

PullMig 1.47.2

RC Panel Basic 1.0.70

RC Panel Standard 1.0.28

RI FB Inside/i 1.8.4

RI FB Yaskawa WeldCom 2.0 1.4.5

RobIORel 1.1.0

ROB202 1.5.4

ROB302 1.6.2

ROB502 1.11.3

iRob 1.5.0

30.2 Fixed bugs TPS 320i - 600i

Backup function:

A backup or restoration of more than 200 jobs sometimes resulted in errors. This bug has been fixed

now.

Bugfixes for extended interface variants:

Errors in the signal sequences have been fixed.

30.3 New functions RI FB Inside/i

Double head

Function double head switching is supported.

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31 Changes from V1.7.1 to V1.7.3

Date: March 23th 2017

31.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.4.602

Spider 2.6.76

SR63 1.4.19.1

iJob 3.0.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.61

PullMig 1.47.2

RC Panel Basic 1.0.70

RC Panel Standard 1.0.28

RI FB Inside/i 1.8.2

RI FB Yaskawa WeldCom 2.0 1.4.2

RobIORel 1.1.0

ROB202 1.5.4

ROB302 1.6.2

ROB502 1.11.3

iRob 1.5.0

31.2 New functions TPS 320i - 600i

Gas regulation

The digital gas regulator is supported. A display for setting the amount of gas has now been

implemented. The real value of gas is indicated in the system data.

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New synergic lines

The CMT Mix synergic lines are now implemented.

A dynamic switchover of the Low power time correction determines the amount of CMT cycles within

the cold process period of the CMT Mix combination process.

Range: 1-100

Default: 1

A rise of the Low power time correction results in a reduction of the process frequency and an

extended CMT process period.

A reduction of the Low power time correction causes a rise of the process frequency and a reduction

of the CMT process period.

OPT/i Synergic Lines

This option can unlock all special synergic lines on the TPS/i.

Even future synergic lines are automatically available.

SB60i R

The new splitbox is now identified and supported by the system.

License Key

The License Key (4,044,033 TPS/i License Key) is supported.

Web Browser

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Syntax Downloadfiles

The syntax of a TPS/i download file (backup, components overview) has been changed and contains

now information about the serial number of the TPS/i and the date of download.

e.g. backup:

Correction parameter per synergic line

The possible correction parameters (penetration stabilizer, arc length stabilizer) per synergic line are

now visible in the synergic line overview.

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Signal visualization (Rob IO Visualize)

The signals can be monitored on the webpage, if the TPS/i is connected with a fieldbus interface.

Depending on the mode (Standard/Economy/Retro), all available signals and values will be displayed.

31.3 Fixed Bugs TPS 320i - 600i

Final current time

Sometimes it occured, that the final current time has been longer active than set, when there was an

opened Job Optimizing Window. This bug has been fixed now.

Rob Motion Release

The signal is now set on „LOW” when there is an upcoming NO Prog error.

Exchange of MCU

In the past it sometimes occurred, that activations have not been recognised any more in case of an

exchange of the MCU. This bug has been fixed now.

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Indication error the operating mode

At certain constellations it has sometimes happened, that two operating modes (e.g. 2-step mode and

S2T) were selected at the same time.

Touch mit Robacta Drive

The motor of the Robacta Drive is energized during the touch process - the wire is held tight.

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32 Changes from V1.7.0 to V1.7.1

Date: November 03rd 2016

32.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.4.573

Spider 2.6.48

SR63 1.4.00.0

iJob 2.0.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.61

PullMig 1.47.2

RC Panel Basic 1.0.70

RC Panel Standard 1.0.24

RI FB Inside/i 1.6.8

RI FB Yaskawa WeldCom 2.0 1.0.26

RobIORel 1.1.0

ROB202 1.5.4

ROB302 1.6.2

ROB502 1.11.3

iRob 1.5.0

32.2 New functions TPS 320i - 600i

System adjustment for systems with Robacta Drive CMT

The system adjustment is now supported with Robacta Drive CMT.

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33 Changes from V1.6.5 to V1.7.0

Date: August 17th 2016

33.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.3.570

Spider 2.6.43

SR63 1.393.4

iJob 2.0.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.61

PullMig 1.47.2

RC Panel Basic 1.0.70

RC Panel Standard 1.0.24

RI FB Inside/i 1.6.7

RI FB Yaskawa WeldCom 2.0 1.0.26

RobIORel 1.1.0

ROB202 1.5.4

ROB302 1.6.2

ROB502 1.11.3

iRob 1.5.0

33.2 General informationen

Downgrade lock!

Important information! A Downgrade lock has been implemented in this software.

Due compatibility reasons it is not possible to downgrade to a lower software version anymore.

Welding Package CMT

The welding package CMT (4,066,016) can now be installed as upgrade. This is possible for the whole

product family of the TPS/i (270i – 600i).

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33.3 New functions TPS 270i C

Welding process selection „SP“

The CMT process can be selected by pressing the „Welding process button“ until the LED „SP“ lights

up.

Note: only possible with Welding Package CMT (4,066,016).

Display

The new parameter “UIBS” was implemented in the setup menu to adjust the brightness of the

display.

Default setting: 100%

Screenshot function

Via WebBrowser it is now possible to take screen shots of the display.

Factory reset

The programmable buttons “F1, F2 and Favorite” are now deleted when “Restore factory setting” is

executed.

33.4 New functions TPS 320i - 600i

New language

The new languages Hindu and Serbian are now implemented with version 1.7.0.

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Time zone settings

To ensure a standardized time stamp for documenting the time zone setting has been implemented.

Power source configuration

To have a specific ID in the network for the welding equipment it’s now possible to assign a “name”

and “location” to the power source.

These settings can also be done on the WebServer via the Tab “Power source Configuration”:

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Arc break watchdog setting

Setting range: Ignore - Error (deactivated - activated)

Filter time: 0,00 sec. – 2,00 sec.

Default setting: 0,2 sec.

Find detailed information about this function in the pictures below:

Documentation

It is now possible to have for each weld the average values documented. This is standard. The built in

memory of the TPS/i can store the values for at least 30 days (the maximum time frame can vary due

to different files sizes of the welds, depending on the welding parameters, welding time, etc.). If the

memory is gets full the oldest welds in the memory will be automatically deleted.

The average values can be accessed directly on the power source in the section „log book“.

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Note: each weld generates a seam number (increasing) with average values (see picture)

The seam counter will restart with seam number 1 when cycling the power source.

The documentation datas can also be accessed via the WebBrowser. The last 100 welds will be

displayed by default.

The button “Time filter” can extend the number of displayed welds individually. All welds which are in

the defined time window will be displayed.

Note: only welds which are still in the memory of the power source can be displayed.

It is possible to export the documentation data’s from the power source depending on the installed function
packages.
Every power source supports the PDF export (without activation), with the software feature OPT/i
Documentation (4,067,003) it is also possible to export the data to a CSV table.

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PDF export:

CSV export (only with OPT/i Documentation):

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Available option: OPT/i Documentation 4,067,003

Setting range: Off; 0,1 - 100sec

The sampling rate can be defined in the Basic setting.

Note: the real values can right now only be evaluated with the WeldCube.

Webpage:

Jobs import/export

With the feature OPT/i Jobs (4,067,002) it is now possible to export one or more Jobs from the power

source to a hard drive as an XML-file. This file can be used to import and restore the saved jobs on to

another power source.

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Create new jobs

With the feature OPT/i Jobs (4,067,002) it’s now possible to create a new Job on the WebServer. In the

section “Edit Jobs” is the Tab “Create a new Job”. Material setting can be directly applied in the Wizard

window.

Compare jobs

In the tab tab job-data – several jobs can now be compared to each other.

Differences to the actual jobs are highlighted in red.

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33.5 Fixed Bugs TPS 320i - 600i

BugFix

In the application Arc Air Gouging or MMA-welding it could happen that there is no open circuit

voltage on the power sockets.  Welding is not possible.

This bug is fixed now.

When welding with one or more power sources on one part it could happen that the wire was only

glowing and no arc occurred.  Welding is not possible.

This bug is fixed now.

33.6 New functions RI FB Inside/i

Signal short circuit timeout

The signal short circuit timeout is now available (BIT 10)

This function detects a sticking/noodling wire during the weld and stops the welding process.

Welding simulation

The following signals:

/ Robot Motion Release

/ Process active

/ Arc stable

/ Current flow

/ Main current

are now supported.

Error number

The error numbers are now available as an output through the interface (BIT 128-143).

Status main supply

The status of the mains supply (3-phase grid) is now available as signal (BIT 22) via interface.

Signal HIGH  Grid supply OK

Signal LOW  Phase error

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33.7 New functions AI IO

Signal „Robot Motion Release“ and „Touch Sensing“ can now be configurated via interface.

Touch Sensing

Robot Motion Release

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33.8 New function RI IO Pro

The signal „Error Reset“ has been implemented (PIN X4/5) – occuring error/warnings can be

acknowledged.

The signal „Robot Motion Release“ can now be configurated via interface.

The signal “wire retract correction” has been implemented (PINs X3/1 (0-10V) und X3/8 (GND)).

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34 Changes from V1.6.4 to V1.6.5

Date: April 12th 2016

34.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.2.511

Spider 2.6.4

SR63 1.369.7

iJob 2.0.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.55

PullMig 1.41.0

RC Panel Basic 0.0.70

RC Panel Standard 1.0.22

RI FB Inside/I 1.5.3

RI FB Yaskawa WeldCom 2.0 1.0.26

RobIORel 1.1.0

ROB202 1.4.3

ROB302 1.5.4

ROB502 1.10.5

iRob 1.4.8

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34.2 New functions TPS 270i C

No changes

34.3 Fixed bugs TPS 270i C

No changes

34.4 New functions TPS 320i - 600i

No changes

34.5 Fixed bugs TPS 320i - 600i

No changes

34.6 New functions RI FB Inside/i

No changes

34.7 Fixed bugs RI FB Inside/i

With image version (V1.6.4_8412) complications with the interfaces RI FB Inside may appear. An

internal routine cannot be proceeded  this bug has been fixed.

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35 Changes from V1.6.3 to V1.6.4

Date: February 24th 2016

35.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.2.508

Spider 2.6.4

SR63 1.369.2

iJob 2.0.1

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.35

PullMig 1.25.0

RC Panel Basic 0.0.70

RC Panel Standard 1.0.22

RI FB Inside/I 1.4.13

RI FB Yaskawa WeldCom 2.0 1.0.24

RobIORel 1.1.0

ROB202 1.4.3

ROB302 1.5.4

ROB502 1.10.5

iRob 1.4.8

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35.2 New functions TPS 270i C

Parameter assignment of F1/F2

With this release, the parameter F1/F2 can now be programmed with a function.

Favorite button

This newly implemented feature allows a shortcut to any setting or function (including folders) to be

generated in the setup.

Lock function

By pressing the trigger select button and the right parameter button simultaneously the front panel

can be locked/unlocked.

Hint BETA Software

Betasoftware hint is now implemented and will be displayed when turning the power source ON.

Setup menu

The setup menu now includes the PMC-Mix parameter  see section on PMC Mix and PMC Mix Drive

process.

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35.3 Fixed Bugs TPS 270i C

Handling/language:

Various language bugs – several terms have been improved or changed.

Long text scroll direction has been optimized.

35.4 New functions TPS 320i - 600i

Locking function via NFC transponder card

To avoid unwanted access or modifying welding parameters, it is now possible to lock the power

source. The access control is contactless via NFC on the MCU (touch display) with a key card or a key

fob.

The lock function will be active on all TPS/I power sources that have the symbol below.

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Setting static IP adress

To simplify the implementation of the TPS/i in a network structure, it’s now possible to set a static IP-

Address for the Ethernet Port. This can be done directly on the touch screen through the set-up

menus.

Default setting is DHCP – with this setting the IP address is dynamically assigned to the power source

through the network.

WIf the DHCP function is disabled, the network settings (IP-Address / Network mask / Standard

gateway) can all be manually assigned.

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WeldCOM 2.0 is supported (Yaskawa)

The RI FB/i Yaskawa WeldCOM 2.0 is now supported.

New signal: Robot Motion Release

This new signal is now available in all fieldbus interfaces when they are set to Standard or Economy

mode. When using the RI IO Pro interface, it is available as a configurable signals.

This signal links the robot motion to the welding process better. The robot receives this signal once

the starting arc conditions have been completed (signal goes HIGH after the start current time) and

loses the signal at the end of the gas post flow time (signal goes LOW). This signal is only useful when

the welding process is controlled by the welder. When the process is controlled by the robot, this

signal is not used.

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Easy Jobs

As soon as the Easy Jobs are activated on the power source, the Easy Job number is displayed on the

upper right corner of the JobMaster display.

Now it is possible to change the EasyJobs and all parameters direct on the JobMaster torch.

Torch trigger job selection

This function allows the welder to conveniently change jobs with a press of the torch trigger. The

selection can be found in the following location Defaults  System  Mode Setup.

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In the Mode Setup menu, the torch trigger job selection can be turned on or off.

By pressing the torch trigger once, the welder can switch between jobs in the same group (e.g. from

Job 5 to Job 6). If the torch trigger is pressed twice in quick succession, the welder will go to the next

group if one is available (e.g. from job 8 to job 23).

WebServer OPT/i Jobs

Programmed jobs can now be deleted, restored, or set as a new job directly from the WebServer. The

picture below shows the new tabs marked in red.

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WebJob Editor

The function WebJob Editor is now supported. To use WebJob Editor, the option OPT/i Jobs (4,067,002)

is required.

New languages implemented

The Indoneisan, Vietamaese and Thai languages have been implemented into the power source and

can now be selected through the set-up menus.

New settings for process parameters

PMC Mix and PMC Mix Drive process

PMC Mix are specially designed synergic lines that have a cyclic process change implemented. They

are automatically available as process variations (PMC Mix and PMC Mix Drive) so long as the PMC

software option has been enabled in the machine. The two processes can be selected as a synergic

line through the material wizard selection on the MCU.

If the PMC Mix Drive synergic line is selected without a Robacta Drive wire feeder detected, an error

will be displayed when trying to ignite an arc. Please note, there will NOT be an error during the

selection process.

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Prozess Mix corrections

Both the PMC Mix and PMC Mix Drive synergic lines have new setup parameters available.

When the PMC Mix line is selected, the “Process Mix Parameters” menu will have several selections

that can be changed. The “Wire Feed Speed” selection is the average value of the pulse arc phase and

the short circuit arc/alignment phase. The “Arclength Correction” and “Pulse/dynamic Correction”

function the same way as the conventional PMC process synergic lines.

Explanation PMC Mix corrections

The High Power Time Correction has a setting range of ± 10 and influences the length of the pulse

phase. The Low Power Time Correction also has a setting range of ± 10 and influences the time of

the short circuit phase. With the Low Power Correction, the power of the short circuit arc can be

adjusted within a range of ± 10.

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Explanation PMC Mix Drive corrections

The High Power Time Correction has a setting range of ± 10 and influences the length of the pulse

phase. The Low Power Time Correction also has a setting range of ± 10 and influences the time of

the adjustment phase. With the Low Power Correction, the power of the adjustment phase can be

adjusted within a range of ± 10.

New synergic lines for PMC Mix & PMC Mix Drive:

The following synergic lines are available:

Material: steel

PMC Mix:

G3Si1: Ar 8-10%CO2: 0,9mm/1,0mm/1,2mm

G3Si1: Ar 15-20%CO2: 0,9mm/1,0mm/1,2mm

Material: nickel base

PMC Mix:

NiCrMo-3: Ar 100% für 1,0mm

Material: aluminium

PMC Mix Drive:

AlSi 5: Ar 100% für 1,0mm/1,2mm

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AlMg 5: Ar 100% für 1,0mm

AlMg 4,5Mn: Ar 100% für 1,2mm

Material: Nickelbasis

PMC Mix:

NiCrMo-3: Ar 100% für 1,0mm

System adjustment for systems with Robacta Drive

If a system has two wire feeder motors installed (i.e WF Robacta Drive in combination with a WFxxi

Reel), a calibration is necessary to ensure process stability. When such a system is first set-up or

should one of the wire feeders be changed, the system will display the following message:

The system adjustment can also be started manually

Sequence through the System adjustment:

1. 2.

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 3. 4.

5.
6.

7.

Push or PullMIG Torch systems don’t require a system adjustment, but it’s possible to manually

perform one if desired using the same procedure as above.

Job correction

To define a correction window in job welding, it’s now possible to set the correction (High/Low) for

power and arc length independently for each job.

This function can be found at ”process parameter” – ”job” – ”job correction”

Setting range Power correction high/low: +20/-20 % (default setting 0%)

Setting range Arc length correction high/low: +10/-10 (default setting 0)

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Job correction during welding is only possible with a JobMaster torch. You can’t use job correction

with a basic or U/D torch while welding.

35.5 Fixed bugs TPS 320i - 600i

Adaption languages

Minor corrections where implemented on a few languages.

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35.6 Neue Funktion RI FB Inside/i

Job 0

If Job 0 is called through the interface it is now possible to change the Job on the front panel

Welding simulation

When running in mode “welding simulation” the interface now transmits the signals: Process active,

current flow, main current signal.

Process controlled correction

The arc length stabilizer for PMC welding can now be controlled via the interface.

Signal range from -327,68 till + 327,68 (equals 0.0 till 5.0 on the arc length stabilizer setting)

35.7 Fixed Bugs RI FB Inside/i

Name for ProfiNet is now taken over

Attention: when performing a software update from V1.6.3 to V1.6.4 the ProfiNet Name will be

deleted – the Profibus Master has to assign a new name to the module (the ProfiNet module is set

back to factory setting)

If V1.6.4 is installed, the module will keep its name with the next updates.

Synergic line numbers

It’s no longer possible to type letters into the synergic line number.

Signals

If the interface is lost or disconnected during welding, the system shuts down the arc.

Welding start is only possible if there is no error on the system.

Change in Retrofit Mode: the signal Synchro pulse disable has changed to Synchro pulse ON/OFF

The signal “Power source ready” is HIGH, if there is no error on the system and the signal “Robot

ready” is set HIGH. This is the standard for all images (Standard- , Eco-, Retrofit -).

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36 Changes from V1.6.0 to V1.6.3

Date: August 11th 2015

36.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.2.442

Spider 2.5.24

SR63 1.305.0

iJob 1.5.0

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.34

PullMig 1.25.0

RC Panel Basic 0.0.69

RC Panel Standard 1.0.22

RI FB Inside/I 1.3.10

ROB202 1.3.0

ROB302 1.4.0

ROB502 1.9.0

iRob 1.4.8

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36.2 New functions

TPS 270i C Pulse is supported

The following languages have been implemented on the TPS 270i C PULSE:

de, en, cs, es, fr, hr, hu, pl, pt, ro, ru, sk, sl, tr

Information: Japanese, Korean and Chinese cannot be displayed.

„Export Job(s) as…“

The function „export job(s) as,…“ enables the set value documentation of saved jobs.

This function is available as a standard.

The job data’s can be exported as a pdf-file.

Requirement: The browser has to support HTML5 (e.g Internet Explorer 10 and higher, Chrome,

Firefox)

Instruction: tab – “Job Data”  click button “Export job(s) as...” job selection in detail  save pdf

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New language implemented

The language Icelandic is now available and can be selected directly on the power source.

The Korean language has been added on the web browser.

36.3 Fixed Bugs

With the function “Edit Job” the parameter wire feed speed can now be set variably.

Requirement: OPT/i Jobs is enabled.

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37 Changes from V1.5.1 to V1.6.0

Date: April 30th 2015

37.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.1.406

Spider 2.4.116

SR63 1.272.7

iJob 1.4.7

iUpDo 1.0.6

FKS 1.0.30

PullMig 1.16.0

RC Panel Basic 0.0.67

RC Panel Standard 1.0.21

37.2 New functions

Ignition time out

The ignition time out can now be set in Component setup (wire length until safety stop)

Setting range: off ; 5 – 100mm / 0,1 – 4 inch

Factory setting: off

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Optimize job

In process parameter the function Optimize Job has been added.

This function enables editing and saving job parameter in real time.

Optimizing Jobs is structured in process relevant parameter, which can easily be extended by selecting

the desired parameter.

With the help of the tab „Job number / Job parameter“, an easy changing between the last edited

parameter and the Job number is possible.

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Priority setup activated

The priority setup manages, where parameter in the system can be adjusted.

i.e.: if a WF 25i with operation panel Basic (Potentiometer) is connected, the parameters wire feed

speed and arc length correction can only be adjusted on the wire feeder. If the operation panel

Standard is installed, parameters can be adjusted on the power source or on the wire feeder.

Replaced synergic lines

At the selection of available synergic lines per process are only the newest synergic lines displayed

now.

Up to V1.5.1 3 synergic lines are available From V1.6.0 2 synergic lines are available

The previous synergic lines are still available in the background and can be displayed again.

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Extension keyboard

More symbols are available on the keyboard.

Power limit activated

If a power source exceeds its current limit, the wire feed speed is automatically reduced. A hint is

displayed in the status line. For more information an info window can be opened by touching on the

status line.

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Login am WebBrowser

The protocol has changed from http:// to https://

When connecting to the browser, the following message is displayed

With „Continue to this website“ a Windows-safety window appears

Benutzername: admin

Passwort: admin

The password can be changed in the WebBrowser.

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The password can be reset to factory setting on the power source.

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38 Changes from V1.5.0 to V1.5.1

Date: March 18th 2015

38.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.373

Spider 2.4.100

SR63 1.240.10

iJob 1.4.7

iUpDo 1.0.5

FKS 1.0.27

PullMig 0.51.1

RC Panel Basic 0.0.62

RC Panel Standard 0.0.15

38.2 New functions

MCU

New Bootloader Version 2014.01.0.2-svn6359 has been implemented

38.3 Fixed bugs

Cooling system

Limit values of level sensor have been adjusted.

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39 Changes from V1.4.3 to V1.5.0

Date: February 9th 2015

39.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.373

Spider 2.4.95

SR63 1.240.10

iJob 1.4.7

iUpDo 1.0.5

FKS 1.0.25

PullMig 0.51.1

RC Panel Basic 0.0.62

RC Panel Standard 0.0.15

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39.2 New functions

Changed display of pre-setting

The pre-settings are split into two tabs now

Display system data

Instantaneous power

The Instantaneous Power (IP) is a result of current and voltage with very high sample rate.

At welding processes with variable current profiles, this value displays the correct result of the

instantaneous power and is needed to calculate the energy input per unit length.

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Real Energy

The Real Energy IE (Instantaneous Energy) summarizes the Instantaneous Power and calculates the

heat input of the last welding seam. With the Real Energy and the seam length it is possible to

calculate the Energy Input per Unit length.

This is especially needed for manual welding.

Calculation of energy input per unit length

𝐿𝐿𝐿𝐿𝐿𝐿ℎ𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡
𝐸𝐸 =
𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆ℎ𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤ß𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛ℎ𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡ä𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛
77,1𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑘
𝐸𝐸 =
10𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐
𝐸𝐸 = 7,71 𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑘/𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐

Information: The values are calculated during welding.

The hold values are displayed until the next ignition.

Motor current

picture 1 picture 2

The motor current display depends on the existing wire feed motors in the system.

M1 is the motor, which is the closest to the arc

/ Picture 1 is a Push-system with only one wire feeder

/ Picture 2 is a Push-Pull-system – M1 is the motor current of the PullMIG-motor and M2 is the

main motor.

/ M3 is for additional synchronized reel wire feeders in future.

Flow rate and cooling liquid temperature

If the option Flow-Thermo sensor is installed, the actual cooling liquid flow rate and the cooling liquid

temperature is displayed.

Limit value for flow rate: Errors when flow rate is less than 0,7l/min

Limit value for cooling liquid return temperature: Errors when the coolant temperature exceeds 70°C

(158°F)
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Operating hours and duty cycle

The symbol indicates the actual welding time (arc on time) with this system.

The symbol indicates how long the system has been switched on.

Synchropulse

The Synchropulse is now available as standard and can be used also with Pulse and Standard power

sources.

New languages implemented

Korean language has been implemented at the power source and can be selected now.

On the WebBrowser the languages Chinese and Russian have been implemented additionally.

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Synergic lines overview

On the WebBrowser you can find an overview of all available or possible synergic lines, depending on

the Welding Packages in the power source.

With the filter function it is possible to search for synergic lines very easily.

39.3 Fixed Bugs

Adaption languages

Minor corrections were implemented on few languages.

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40 Changes from V1.4.2 to V1.4.3

Date: November 3rd 2014

40.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.338

Spider 2.4.68

SR63 1.235.0

iJob 1.4.4

iUpDo 1.0.5

FKS 1.0.17

PullMig 0.51.0

RC Panel Basic 0.0.62

RC Panel Standard 0.0.15

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40.2 New functions

40.3 Fixed bugs

1.2 Fixed bugs

Touch Display remains dark after turning the power source on

With this software the BootLoader will be updated to Version 2014.01.0-svn5115

As soon as this BootLoader is active, the Fronius logo will appear on the display after approx. 2

seconds.

Important: Rebooting the software via the Web Browser doesn’t activate the new BootLoader – the

system has to be turned OFF and ON via the main switch!

Check the BootLoader version afterwards with the Web Browser – it is possible that the system has to

be turned OFF and ON again.

Arc interruption during process change

If a process change is made during welding in Job mode (e.g. the process is changed from LSC to PMC)

the arc breaks for a short moment.

This bug is fixed now!

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Problem in 2-step mode

In 2-step mode it could happen, if the gun trigger is pressed in a fast and frequent manner, that the

system was reacting like it was set to 4-step mode

This bug is fixed now!

Adaption of languages

Minor corrections were implemented on few languages.

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41 Changes from V1.4.1 to V1.4.2

Date: September 26th 2014

41.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.338

Spider 2.4.57

SR63 1.217.0

iJob 1.4.2

iUpDo 1.0.4

FKS 1.0.16

PullMig 0.50.0

RC Panel Basic 0.0.62

RC Panel Standard 0.0.11

41.2 New functions

New language available

Ukrainian was implemented and is now selectable.

41.3 Fixed bugs

Adaption of languages

Minor corrections were implemented on few languages.

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42 Changes from V1.4.0 to V1.4.1

Date: August 1st 2014

42.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.338

Spider 2.4.40

SR63 1.210.0

iJob 1.4.2

iUpDo 1.0.4

FKS 1.0.16

PullMig 0.47.0

RC Panel Basic 0.0.62

RC Panel Standard 0.0.11

42.2 New functions

AWS wire designations

Under defaults it is now possible to change the desired wire designation in the tab “Units / Standards”.

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OPT/i GUN Trigger (4,067,005)

This is a special gun trigger function for the mode Special-4-Step in combination with a Job-Master

welding torch.

Display for default setting on MCU with activated OPT/I GUN Trigger

This option allows switching Jobs within defined Job-groups during welding via the gun trigger.

A Job-group is defined as being a sequential series of jobs, the group ends at a non-programmed job

number.

Example:

Job-group 1: Job 3/4/5

Job 6: not assigned

Job-group 2: Job 7/8/9

Within a Job-group the Job is changed to the next

programmed Job by pressing the torch trigger shorter than

0,5 sec.

For arc end press the trigger longer than 0,5 sec.

The lowest Job number of the group is always called for the

arc start.

To change to the next Job-group press the button for parameter

adjustment on the Job-Master torch longer than 5 seconds.

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Special display for Job-Master

This allows addtional settings: Mode, Synchropuls und Gastest

New language implemented

Japanese has been added and is now selectable.

42.3 Fixed bugs

R/L alignment

Welding potential has been on the contact tip if the gun trigger was used at the first step of the R/L-

alignment to switch trough the wizard.

This bug has been fixed and the alignment functions again.

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43 Changes from V1.3.2 to V1.4.0

Date: April 15th 2014

43.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.330

Spider 2.4.36

SR63 1.195.12

iJob 1.4.1

iUpDo 1.0.4

FKS 1.0.16

PullMig 0.46.0

43.2 New functions

Synchropulse

Synchropulse is as of right now for the TPS/i available as soon as either the process LSC or PMC is

installed. Synchropulse works then for all installed processes. (Standard / Pulse / LSC / PMC)

New parameter: Duty Cycle (high)

This parameter enables a controlled heat input

Setting range: 10 – 90% (default setting 50%)

50%)

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 Arc length correction

High  0

Arc length correction

Low  0

Synchropuls Profil with adjustable parameters

Resulting heat input with adjusted Duty cycle parameter on Synchropulse

Additional parameters:

Frequency: Setting range from 0,5 to 3 Hz

Delta wire feed: Setting range from 0,1 to 6 m/min / 5 to 235 ipm (delta total 12m/min – 470ipm)

Arc length correction High/Low: Setting range from -10 to +10

Special 2 step

Special 2 step mode (S2T) is now available.

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MIG/MAG Standard Manual – WIG – MMA/SMAW welding implemented

Standard manual -, MMA/SMAW – and TIG welding are now available as standard.

Restore factory settings

The power source can now be set back to factory settings. Saved EasyJobs or Jobs remain stored on

the system.

A warning window will appear with the question if you really want to reset all parameters. If you press

yes, all parameters will be set back to factory settings.

Load job

In the section Save as Job it is now possible to load an existing EasyJob or Job again into the section

Welding (carousel) via load Job.

All parameters can now be changed.

Attention: if a Job is loaded into the section Welding you will be out of Job mode! Changes have to be

saved again as Easy Job or Job!

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View jobs on WebBrowser

The tab Job Data was implemented on the WebBrowser. All stored jobs of the power source can be

visualized.

Note: it is not possible to edit or copy Jobs!

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Screenshot

The tab Screen shot was implemented on the WebBrowser. The current display of the power source

can now easily be saved as picture.

Neue LSC Steel Root synergic line characteristics (LSC & LSC Adv)

The new synergic lines allow an adjustment of the arc pressure by using the dynamic correction

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43.3 Fixed Bugs

Process selection after synergic line change

If after a synergic line change the previous selected process is not available anymore, a warning

window will appear.

EasyJob

The check mark will disappear if welding parameters are changed on a selected EasyJob. The check

mark will be shown again if the EasyJob is reselected.

R/L alignment

The R/L alignment cannot be started any more during welding.

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44 Changes from V1.3.1 to V1.3.2

Date: April 15th 2014

44.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.288

Spider 2.4.17

SR63 1.173.4

iJob 1.3.4

iUpDo 1.0.4

FKS 1.0.15

PullMig 0.43.0

44.2 New functions

Filler material selection

The structure of the material wizard was changed to multiple choice selections per welding process.

Previous display

Changes

Step 1: Filler metal selection – only the filler metal is displayed

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Step4: selection of the available synergic line per process

Multiple synergice lines can be available per process. Select them via the rotary push

potentiometer.

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Contrast

The contrast of the status line and in the tab process selection was adjusted

Previous V1.3.2

SFI

Setting range: Off/On (default setting Off)

The SFI function is available for all PMC synergic lines, can be turned OFF or ON and works with all

Fronius TPS/i Push or PushPull welding torches.

For 1,6mm / 1/16” aluminum PMC synergic lines SFI is turned On as default to ensure a good ignition.

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SFI Hotstart

Setting range: Off/0,01 – 2 sec. (default setting Off)

This parameter works only in combination with SFI ignition on PMC aluminum synergic lines.

A spray arc is set for the Hotstart duration during the SFI ignition. This ensures a higher heat input

(independent of the trigger mode 2T/4T/S4T) and therefore a deeper penetration right from the

welding start.

PushPull conversion kits

The conversion kits 4,100,803,CK (TPS 320i C) and 4,100,829,CK (WF 15i/25i/30i) are now supported

from the software and can be installed at any time.

New language

Croatian was implemented and is selectable

44.3 Fixed bugs

Adaption of languages

Minor corrections were implemented on few languages.

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45 Changes from V1.3.0 to V1.3.1

Date: March 10th 2014

45.1 New functions

New language on WebBrowser

Polish is now available in the WebBrowser

45.2 Fixed bugs

Internal software bug has been fixed

An error which impeded the internal test procedure was fixed.

Adaption of languages

Minor corrections were implemented on a few languages.

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46 Changes from V1.2.5 to V1.3.0

Date: February 17th 2014

46.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.260

Spider 2.2.93

SR63 1.142.14

iJob 1.3.4

iUpDo 1.0.4

FKS 1.0.15

PullMig 0.39.1

46.2 New functions

Following languages are now selectable:

Chinese Czech German Estonian English

Spanish Finnish French Hungarian Italian

Latvian Dutch Norwegian Polish Portuguese

Russian Slovak Slovenian Swedish Turkish

Lithuanian Romanian

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Job mode

Up to 1000 Jobs can now be saved and selected.

The Job selection is via U/D or Job Master torch possible.

Date & time / adjustable units

In the default tab are now Date & Time and the shown Units adjustable

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Arc length stabilizer

The parameter “Arc length stabilizer” is available if the process PMC is enabled on the power source.

Setting range: 0 (= off); 0,1 – 2

Default setting: 0 (= off)

Recommendation for Manual welding is a setting of 0,1 to 0,5

By activating the “Arc length stabilizer”, the arc length is reduced until short circuits appear.

The number of short circuits that appear during welding is regulated and kept stable.

An increase of the “Arc length stabilizer” value causes again a shorter arc length.

The benefits of a short and stable regulated arc can now be better used.

Effect of the “Arc length stabilizer”

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Independent of the welding position, the seam geometry or other influences, the welding

characteristic of the short circuit regulated arc remain the same.

Same welding characteristic when using the “Arc length stabilizer”

SFI with Aluminium PMC synergic lines

To ensure a perfect ignition on Aluminum, SFI is now standard with the process PMC on all Aluminum

synergic lines. SFI works with PushPull torches as well as with standard Push torches. This requires a

correct setup of the welding torch (inner liner, contact tip, ….).

New languages on WebBrowser

For the WebBrowser are following languages available:

Czech German English Spanish Hungarian

Italian Norwegian Slovak Slovenian Turkish

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46.3 Fixed Bugs

Error on process controller

The root cause of the error message „Error on process controller: Primary Current.PrimCurr_A.Error“

was fixed.

Special 4 step

It was possible that in welding mode Special 4-Step the gas valve opened again for a short time after

the welding end. Bug was fixed.

When changing from Special 4-Step to another welding mode the end parameter setting from Special

4-Step was copied to the new welding mode. Bug was fixed.

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47 Changes from V1.2.4 to V1.2.5

Date: November 11th 2013

47.1 New functions

New languages implemented

Following languages are now included and selectable: SE (Swedish), FI (Finnish), EE (Estonian).

47.2 Fixed bugs

Adaption of languages

Corrections were made in Italian and Slovak.

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48 Changes from V1.2.3 to V1.2.4

Date: November 4th 2013

48.1 Fixed bugs

All WP Standard synergic lines were limited to 12m/min (470 inch/min) Vd with software version

V1.2.3

Bug was fixed and all synergic lines are available throughout the complete power range.

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49 Changes from V1.2.1 to V1.2.3

Dat: October 16th 2013

49.1 Software version of system components

MCU 1.0.188

Spider 2.2.48

SR63 1.101.8

iUpDo 1.0.4

FKS 0.0.206

View versions of system components: Browser overview --> expand all groups

49.2 New functions

New languages implemented

Following languages are now included and selectable: IT, SK, CS, Pb, PL, NO, TR, RU, HU

Function „Torch LED Light“ implemented

Pressing the first step of the torch trigger activates LED light. The LED remains on until the ignition.

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Penetration stabilizer

For setting the max. permitted change in the wire feed speed to keep the fusion penetration

stable and constant with variable stick-out

The parameter penetration stabilizer is as of right now only for LSC – Synergic Lines available.

In case of a stick-out change changes the wire feed speed in a defined window to reduce the current

change.

This reduces the deviation of the penetration in case of a stick-out (contact tip to work distance)

change.

Note: the actual maximum range of wire feed speed change is defined within the welding synergic

line and can be less than the set value. Especially in the lower power ranges is the wire feed speed

change limited to small values for process stability reasons.

While welding, the real value for wire feed speed is visible on the MCU screen

Reduced current change Constant wire feed speed

Dynamic regulation of wire feed speed within the defined window Dynamic regulation of welding current

Support of Jobmaster function on torch

Support of Jobmaster torch with OLED-Display.

All parameters from the carrousel on the MCU are adjustable via the Jobmaster Torch.

49.3 Fixed bugs

Improved ignition for AlMg5/AlSi5 1,2mm Pulse synergic lines (Pulse 2800/2802)

Ignition energy was adapted for the TPS 320i

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50 Changes from V1.1.1 to V1.2.1

Date: September 02nd 2013

50.1 Neue Funktionen

Usability improvements on Website

Optimization of visibility and usability. An improved utilization of the Website is now possible.

Abb. 1: Screenshots Website

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Pairing for Service

Implementation of graphical user guidance for pairing function for service applications. Graphical

instructions necessary for the service application are now shown on the screen

New languages available

French and Spanish have been added to the existing languages and are now selectable on screen.

50.2 Fixed bugs

EasyJobs are stored even when switching off and on of the power source

EasyJobs remain permanently stored even in the case of turning off the power source or removing it

from the grid.

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