Initialization Issue (Post Upgrade)

kerrycorcoran · March 6, 2022, 8:42pm

Shapeoko 3 original.

I recently purchased a new Controller Board and Proximity Sensor kit.

I followed the instructions and mounted and connected all leads. I upgraded to the newest version (v548) of Carbide Motion. I launch Carbide Motion, click Connect to Cutter and when I click Initialize Machine, I get the following series of error messages. I have uninstalled and reinstalled Carbide Motion and power cycles and reconnect everything and I continue to get the same issue. Note, when I click Initialize Machine the stepper motors rumble for a few seconds, but I don’t get any movement and then the error messages appear. If I place a piece of metal in front of the sensors the red LED illuminates.

I have also posted the log output below. I am not sure of the information in the log file but hoping it can help to understand how to correct this. Any help appreciated.

WillAdams · March 6, 2022, 8:56pm

Did you send the correct machine configuration?

Do the switches test as working?

Does each switch signal as the correct input under Active Inputs on the Settings pane?

Can the machine move so as to activate each switch?

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There is a basic page on troubleshooting the homing switches at: Home Switch Troubleshooting - Carbide 3D

There is also a Carbide 3D Answer video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7lOLMAcl_0&feature=youtu.be

For the new inductive homing switches: Troubleshooting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zf8NPmxrEDs and Adjusting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZDBza_B25Q

If you don’t find anything obvious to address, let us know at support@carbide3d.com and note that you’ve seen the above and what you’ve checked and we’ll do our best to assist.

kerrycorcoran · March 6, 2022, 10:10pm

Will,

I performed the steps outlined (selecting Shapeoko 3 and Belt Drive) in your link above; same results.

Do the switches test as working?
Assume you’re referring to the sensors? If so, if I place metal in front of them the LED lights up.

Does each switch signal as the correct input under Active Inputs on the Settings pane?
Not sure I understand what you’re asking here. There is nothing else for me to adjust under Settings.

Can the machine move so as to activate each switch?
Without passing initialization I have no movement or ability to Jog the machine.

I have sent this information to Support too. Hoping to find resolve sooon.

WillAdams · March 6, 2022, 11:43pm

Please test each switch individually — when you test it, go to Settings and check under “Active Inputs” — each switch should show as a particular input — are they correct?

You should be able to slowly move the machine when the power is off and position each axis close to the homing switch for that axis and see if it will be able to activate the switch in question.

Let us know at support@carbide3d.com and we will do our best to assist.

kerrycorcoran · March 7, 2022, 12:04am

Will,

Can you send me a screenshot of where you’re talking about in Settings? I’m not understanding what you’re asking me to test. In my original post above I included the screenshots of Carbide Motion and I am not sure where you asking me to look and test switches?

Steve.Mc · March 7, 2022, 12:13am

The fifth screenshot you loaded is the one you want. When you trigger a sensor, it will show up under “GRBL Active Input Pins”.

kerrycorcoran · March 7, 2022, 12:31am

Okay, I found what you’re referring to. I checked each sensor individually and they all respond properly; red LED and show up in Carbide Motion. I went back realized I had not mounted the Tail Plates. Reviewing the instructions though, I am not sure how I am supposed to mount the Tail Plates.

WillAdams · March 7, 2022, 12:58am

Let us know at support@carbide3d.com and we will do our best to assist.

kerrycorcoran · March 7, 2022, 2:10am

Yup, I sent the information to support.

system · April 6, 2022, 2:10am

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