Leary Glue Valve Controller Q4

™
MIQRO Controller
Controller Package CP001 - Setup and Operation Guide
MIQRO Four Channel Output MIQRO™ Controller
Table of Contents
MIQRO™ Controller 1
1. Safety Precautions 1
1.1 Declaration of Conformity 3
1.1.1 FCC Regulatory Compliance 3
2. Introduction 4
2.1 Features 5
2.2 Specifications 5
2.3 Powering the MIQRO On and Off 8
2.3.1 Switching the controller off 8
2.4 External Connections 9
3. Setup Overview 10
3.1 Example for MIQRO Controller Setup 10
3.2 1. Controller Setup Mode 12
3.3 2. Language and Units Adjustment Screen 12
3.4 3. Output Mode 14
3.5 4. Set Glue Line Position and Lengths 15
3.6 5. Position the Glue Valves on the Machine 17
3.7 6. Position the Trigger Sensor 17
3.8 7. Enter Glue Pattern Line 1 Start and End Positions 18
3.9 8. Enter Glue Pattern Line 2 Start and End Positions 20
3.10 9. Set trigger parameters 22
3.11 10. Set Glue Pattern Spot Parameters 23
3.12 11. Set Glue Valve Compensation Settings 24
3.13 12. Select Set or Run Mode Option 25
3.14 13. Set Pressure Regulation (GRU) Control 26
3.15 14. Production data information 29
4. System Settings 30
4.1 Freeform Mode 31
4.2 Run Hold Mode 32
4.3 Encoder Configuration 33
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MIQRO Four Channel Output MIQRO™ Controller
4.3.1 Custom Encoder Pulse 33

4.4 Trigger Input 34
4.5 Glue Valve Output 35
4.6 High Time 36
4.7 Low Speed Cut-Out and Low Speed Spotting 37
4.7.1 Low Speed Cut-Out 37
4.7.2 Low Speed Spotting 37
4.8 Purge Pressure Setting 38
4.9 Variable Spot Pitch 39
4.10 Dump Output Duration 40
4.11 GRU Control Output 41
4.12 Factory Defaults 42
5. MIQRO Feature Licensing 43
© (2015-16, W. H. Leary Co., Inc.) All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any
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60487 USA
Document Purpose
This document was created for use in Operator Training for customers and service personnel who interact with Leary
Systems, Array controllers and individual controller stations. General knowledge of the industry and the intended
purpose of the equipment is required.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 1. Safety Precautions
1. Safety Precautions
As with all electronic equipment, read and follow all safety precautions as well as operation instructions. Contact
your distributor for any service, installation or repairs.
1. Before attempting to install or operate the controller, please read and thoroughly understand the contents of this
instruction manual. Special attention should be paid to all warnings and recommendations.
2. This equipment is designed to operate safely and reliably in its intended application and in a normal industrial
environment. However, disregard of safety precautions and operating instructions, attempted adjustment or ser-
vicing by unqualified personnel, substitution of unauthorized parts, exposure to mechanical damage or electrical
abuse, subjection to abnormal environmental conditions, or other misapplications may impair the reliability of
operation and create hazards to both equipment and personnel and may void any and all warranties or guar-
antees.
3. Operate this equipment only from an AC power line of the voltage specified. If rewiring to accommodate a dif-
ferent supply voltage is necessary, this should be undertaken only by a qualified service technician and verified by
a qualified technician or engineer.
4. The power cable of this equipment should be connected only to a properly grounded 3-wire receptacle. Do not use
grounding adapters.
5. If the power or any other cable of this equipment should become damaged or worn, turn off the power supply at
source and disconnect, and no attempt should be made to operate the equipment until the defective cable has
been replaced.
6. Do not install equipment in wet locations or where it may be subjected to water or other liquids in the form of
drips, splashes, sprays, etc.
7. When installing or relocating this equipment, proper care should be taken to ensure that the controller is moun-
ted out of the traffic aisle, so it is not exposed to damage from passing traffic (carts, lift trucks, etc.) and will not be
a hazard to passing personnel.
8. All cables, hoses, etc. should be secured in such a manner as to eliminate every risk of accidental snagging by
passing equipment or personnel. All cables, hoses, and sensors should also be safely secured and protected from
accidental contact with moving parts and products.
9. Do not open the controller enclosure. There are no user or serviceable items inside the enclosure. Opening the
enclosure may expose personnel to hazardous voltages.
10. Adjustment or repair of this equipment should be undertaken only by qualified service personnel. Tampering with
this equipment by unqualified personnel could lead to injury, as well as damage to or malfunction of the equip-
ment.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 1. Safety Precautions
11. Do not introduce screwdrivers or other metallic objects into the interior circuitry or exterior connections. These
objects have current-conducting capabilities and may create an electrical hazard as well as cause extensive damage
to the equipment.
12. If a fuse blows, turn the power off and contact your distributor for technical support. Any attempt to replace the
fuse and continue operations without locating the cause of the blown fuse may result in damage to the system or
an electrical hazard to personnel.
13. In the event of any unusual occurrence, which might indicate serious malfunction or damage, such as smoke,
sparks, burning odor, etc., as with any electrical equipment, switch off and disconnect the power supply at the
source, then contact your distributor for technical support.
14. If physical damage to the controller, sensors, encoder wheel, etc. is visible, it should be examined by qualified per-
sonnel before the system is allowed to continue operations.
15. If any adjustments need to be made to any part of the system while the machine is operational, as with any high-
speed machinery, special care should be taken to ensure the safety of personnel.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 1.1 Declaration of Conformity
1.1 Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer:
W.H. Leary Co., Inc.

8440 W. 183rd Place, Tinley Park, IL 60487 U.S.A. Telephone: +1 (708) 444-4900
Declares the following equipment complies with the requirements listed below:
All Controller models, including: Description

l Array LS-4, LS-916, LS-924 all models Inline process monitoring and adhesive extrusion systems.
l MIQRO Four Channel Output Controller Inline process adhesive extrusion system.
These Products comply with the following specifications:
Essential Health and Safety requirements of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC

Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and its amendments
The requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC.
This equipment has been designed, manufactured and tested by application of the following standards:
Electromagnetic Compatibility BS EN 55011- Class A, BS EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-4, Emission Standard, Immunity

Directive EN 61326-1 Standard
Low Voltage Directive EN 50178
Product Serial number and CE marking is viewable on product label. See example image.
1.1.1 FCC Regulatory Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which
case you will be required to correct the interference at your own expense.
A technical construction file for the equipment is retained at the manufacturer address shown above.
Authorized Contact Person:
Andrew Sims
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 2. Introduction
2. Introduction
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Purge Press to actuate each output individually.
buttons When pressed, the function of the purge button is to
energize the relevant output continuously. With this action
the output LED illuminates. Press the purge button again to
cancel.
4 line Digital display screen. At power-up the controller displays the
LCD current firmware revision level and the unit serial number for
display a few seconds. This information may be required if
contacting Leary Technical Support for assistance.
Menu Press to scroll through screens on the LCD display. When

buttons pressed, the function of the menu buttons is to navigate
forward or backward through each screen of the menu.
Increase Press to increase the variable selected on the LCD display.
button When pressed, the increase or decrease button is used to
alter a particular parameter. These buttons will either change
a numeric parameter or scroll through the options available
in the parameter.
Output Lights when an output is active.
indicator
Trigger Lights when a trigger is active.
indicator
Selection Moves the cursor to the desired variable. When pressed, the
Arrows left and right arrow
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 2.1 Features
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buttons allow for the selection of a particular parameter on
the screen displayed. That selected parameter is shown in
between the flashing cursors.
Encoder Lights when the encoder is operational and the controller is
indicator receiving a pulse.
Decrease Press to decrease the variable selected on the LCD display.
button When pressed, the increase or decrease button is used to
alter a particular parameter. These buttons will either change
a numeric parameter or scroll through the options available
in the parameter.
2.1 Features
l Back-lit LCD programming/display screen
l Four output channels with up to four glue valve total capacity
l Programmable with 1-4 glue lines/rows of spots (events) per product
l Automatically convert a glue line to a row of spots below a selected machine speed
l Digital display of production data including machine speed, work rate, and work total
l Precise adhesive volume control over the machine speed range by using a 4-point pressure curve to vary control
pressure with respect to machine speed
l Low-speed cut-out inhibits valve outputs when the machine is running below a specified speed
l Compensation making fine pattern adjustments in either direction to compensate for various factors such as glue
valve construction, adhesive, orifice size, temperature, pressure, and height
l Programmable start position and glue line lengths
l Internal timer function for fixed speed machines
l Selectable glue valve purge pressure
l Adjustable PWM valve outputs to suit all Leary glue valves and many other actuators including most hot melt glue
valves*
l Ability to use a proprietary encoder
l Meets European CE standards
* A special version of the MIQRO controller specifically designed for the Robatech SpeedStar electric hot melt valve.
2.2 Specifications
Electrical Input AC Input Range: 110-240VAC, 50/60Hz
Power
320 W max.
Consumption
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 2.2 Specifications
1 x Encoder input (5-pin 180° DIN connector)

1 x Remote purge input (5-pin 180° DIN connector)
Input / Output
Connection 1 x Pressure (GRU) control output (5-pin 240° DIN connector)
4 x Station interfaces (15-pin D-sub connectors) with combined valve output and trigger input on a
single connector
Encoder pulse: 0.01”, 1mm, 2mm, internal and custom
Constants Custom encoder pulse: 0.01 to 1.00mm
Trigger: Leading edge or trailing edge detection
Number of lines: 1-4
Valve Output
Start: 0 to 9998mm
Patterns
End: 0 to 9998mm
Pressure
0 - 100% of glue supply pressure
Output
Encoder: indicates pulsing signals received from the encoder (machine speed detector)
Output cycle Trigger: indicates trigger signal has been received from the trigger sensor
information
LEDs
Output: indicates that the valve outputs are active
Lockout An output cycle will not be re-triggered until the distance set in the lockout has passed.
Outputs are inhibited until the machine reaches the required speed. As the machine slows down the
Low speed cut-
outputs are again inhibited when the speed falls below the required setting. Range 2m/min to
out
600m/min.
Low speed
Below the set speed a glue line will automatically convert its output from line to spots. Range 2m/min
spotting/auto-
to 300m/min.
spotting
When the button is pressed the relevant valve output is actuated. If the controller is connected to a
glue regulator the adhesive pressure will be regulated to the test pressure that has been preset in the
system setup menu.
Purge
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 2.2 Specifications
Custom encoders with pulses in the range of 1 pulse per 0.01 to 1.99mm of product travel may be
Encoder
selected.
Settings: dark to light (Q) for leading product edge detection or light to dark (NQ) for trailing product
Trigger
edge detection.
4 programmable pressure set points
Adhesive Test pressure setting for when outputs are in purge mode
Pressure
control Output signals: 0 -10 volts or 4-20mA
Use with suitable Leary GRU and pressure tank or pump
Production
Shows machine speed in m/min, work rate per hour and total count.
Data
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 2.3 Powering the MIQRO On and Off
2.3 Powering the MIQRO On and Off

The following sequence should be followed to correctly power up the MIQRO controller.
1. Check that the power cord is plugged into the back of the unit. The power source should be clean and free from
spikes.
2. Prior to switching on the supply make sure that the power on/off switch on the back of the controller is turned off.
3. Switch on the power supply at the source.
4. Turn on the power to the controller by pushing the power on/off switch to the on position.
2.3.1 Switching the controller off

The controller can be turned off at any time by operating the power off switch. All information in the controller will be
held in memory and automatically reloaded the next time the controller is powered on.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 2.4 External Connections
2.4 External Connections
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3. Setup Overview
3. Setup Overview
Step 1 must be performed prior to setting up (configuring) the controller.
Detailed instructions about each step below are contained in the numbered sections that follow.
1. Turn the controller on in setup mode.
2. Adjust Language and measurement setting if desired.
3. Output mode settings.
4. Set the glue pattern start and end positions.
5. Position the glue valves on the machine.
6. Position the triggers on the machine.
7. Enter glue pattern line 1 start and end positions.
8. Enter glue pattern line 2 start and end positions.
9. Set the trigger parameters for each trigger being used.
10. Set glue pattern spot parameters (if required).
11. Set glue valve compensation parameters.
12. Select set or run mode option.
13. Set pressure regulation (GRU) control.
14. Reset production data (if required).
3.1 Example for MIQRO Controller Setup

The parameters in the gluing application example below are used in the instructions throughout this guide.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.1 Example for MIQRO Controller Setup
IMAGE DESCRIPTION
A 50 mm lead distance
B 228 mm lockout - Lockout is the distance that the trigger passes from the trigger edge (in this case the leading
edge of the product) to the other edge of the product (the trailing edge).
C Start for line 1 of pattern (S1) = 13 mm
D End for line 1 of pattern: (E1) = 38 mm
E Start for line 2 of pattern (S2) = 189 mm
F End for line 2 of pattern (E2) = 214 mm
G Direction of carton travel
H Line 2 (L2) spot pitch = 5 mm (Spot pitch is measured from the start of one glue spot to the start of the next
glue spot)
Note: The measurements and settings given throughout this guide are specific to the gluing application
example above.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.2 1. Controller Setup Mode
3.2 1. Controller Setup Mode

The system setup menu screens contain parameters which must be set for the output to suit the glue valves being used
and the application requirements. These menu screens are not available in the normal mode as they are considered to
be mostly permanent settings which would normally be changed only during the initial system installation.
To access the system setup screens, follow these steps:
l Switch off the controller
l Press and hold the left and right arrow buttons simultaneously while switching on the power.
l Release both buttons.
Note: Do not power off controller until program settings are completed. Setup mode is exited by powering the
controller off.
3.3 2. Language and Units Adjustment Screen

While in Controller Setup Mode:
l Press the forward menu button until the following screen is shown:
l Press the increase or decrease button to select one of several languages available. (English is the default setting.)
l Press the right arrow button until the cursors highlight the unit format selection.
l Press the increase or decrease button to select Inches or metric. (Metric is the default setting.)
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.3 2. Language and Units Adjustment Screen
l PWM DC Limit - Do not adjust this setting. Contact distributor for more information.
l Spot Compensation - this setting adds compensation affecting all active valve outputs for the first spot only when
valves are in spotting mode. Adjustments are made in .01 increments with a range of 0-5 ms.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.4 3. Output Mode
3.4 3. Output Mode

Press the forward menu button until the following screen is shown:
Press the increase and decrease buttons to set the value for output 1 mode.
The options include:

l Off
l On
l Freeform – start /end positions can be changed “per output”. The output will be equal in length to the trigger
input, minus the “start” and “end” offsets. Therefore, a longer trigger input will result in a longer output signal.
l Run Hold – used for continuous gluing on a web. The valve output will operate continuously in either line mode or
spot mode.
Press the right arrow button and the cursor will move to output 2.
Select the mode for all four outputs.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.5 4. Set Glue Line Position and Lengths
3.5 4. Set Glue Line Position and Lengths

Measure and take note of the following.
The start position of the glue line or lines (maximum 4 lines)
The start positions are referred to in the Example as ‘S’. The end distance for any line number is always
measured from the leading trigger edge.
Example 1:
Start for line 1 of pattern (S1) = 13mm
Start for line 2 of pattern (S2) = 189mm
The end position of the glue line or lines
Example 1:
End for line 1 of pattern (E1) = 38mm
End for line 2 of pattern (E2) = 214mm
Changing from solid glue lines to rows of spots
Any of the lines can be converted to a series of spots (See also steps 7 and 8).
Example 1: Line 2 (L2) spot pitch 5mm
Spot pitch is measured from the start of one glue spot to the start of the next glue spot.
Variable Spot Pitch

Variable spot pitch is used to ensure there is always a spot at the very end of the programmed line. If the programmed
line length is not divisible by the spot pitch then the spot pitch adjusts by a few fractions until it is divisible.

l Press the forward menu button until the screen above is shown.
l Press the right arrow button until the cursors indicate variable spot pitch.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.5 4. Set Glue Line Position and Lengths
l Press the increase or decrease button to turn variable spot pitch on or off.
Variable Pitch Disabled

Note that, with the variable pitch (auto pitch) adjust feature disabled, the unit is in fixed pitch mode. With the variable
pitch feature disabled, for the spot pattern to finish exactly at the end of the line, the line length must be equally divided
in whole numbers by the spot pitch. An allowance may be needed for the spot duration. When a line is switched to spot
mode, the line length remains the master setting. Therefore, if the line length is not equally divisible by the pitch, then
the last spot may be left off and the line of spots will appear short.
Variable Pitch Enabled
With variable pitch adjust feature (auto pitch) enabled, the spot pitch is automatically adjusted so that the first spot
starts at the pattern start position and the last spot finishes at the pattern end position with an equal spacing between all
spots.
Note: If two or more lines are used, the spot pitch and spot time must be the same for all pattern lines.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.6 5. Position the Glue Valves on the Machine
3.6 5. Position the Glue Valves on the Machine

Only one glue valve is used in the example. All glue valves that will be used must be positioned on the machine and
connected to the controller prior to proceeding with controller setup.
3.7 6. Position the Trigger Sensor
The trigger sensor(s) must be positioned in the correct location to detect the trigger edge. In the example, the trigger
edge is the leading edge of the product. Position the trigger sensor as follows:
l At least 50 mm ahead of (upstream from) the glue valve.
l At the correct focal height above the product (see the setup instructions for the specific trigger model being used).
It is important to maintain this focal height distance with product guiding, so that the trigger edge will pass directly
under the trigger sensor.
l Position the trigger sensor over a gap in the machine (preferred) or over a dark, non-reflective surface.
The trigger LED on the controller confirms when a trigger signal has been received. The trigger edge can be any edge that
the trigger sensor can clearly detect, and is usually either the leading edge or trailing edge of the product or one of its
flaps.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.8 7. Enter Glue Pattern Line 1 Start and End Positions
3.8 7. Enter Glue Pattern Line 1 Start and End Positions

The following steps demonstrate how to set the start, end, and line type,( i.e., spotted or solid) according to the
parameters in the "Example for Programming the Controller."
1. Press the forward menu button until the following screen is shown:
2. Press the left or right arrowbutton until the cursors flash each side of the start value.:
3. Press the increase or decrease button to change to value of the start until it reads 13 mm.
4. Press the left or right arrow button until the cursors flash each side of the end value.
5. Press the increase or decrease button to change to value of the end reads 38 mm.
6. Press theleft or right arrow button until the cursors flash each side of the spot value.
7. Press theleft or right arrow button until the cursors flash each side of the spot value.
8. The first line in the example is a solid line and therefore the spot function is not required.
9. Press the increase or decrease button until the spot parameter displays “Off.”
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10. This completes the settings required for line 1 of pattern and the display screen should read as follows:
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3.9 8. Enter Glue Pattern Line 2 Start and End Positions

The following steps demonstrate how to set the start, end, and line type,( i.e., spotted or solid) for line 2 according to the
parameters in the "Example for Programming the Controller."
1. Select the Line field and press the increase button until the following screen is shown:
2. Press theleft or right arrow button until the cursors flash on each side of the start field.
3. You will notice that there is a minimum value provided automatically. This value is calculated from the end of the
last line by adding 1 mm. This provides a safety margin so that the lines do not overlap.
4. Press the increase button to change the value until it reads 189 mm.
5. Press the left or right arrowbutton until the cursors flash the end parameter.
6. Press the increase button to change the value until it reads 214 mm.
7. Press the left or right arrowbutton until the cursors flash the spot parameter.
8. The second line of Example 1 is a spotted line, and therefore the spot function is required.
9. Press the increase button until the spot parameter displays “On.”
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10. This completes the settings for line 2 of pattern 1 and the display screen should read as follows:
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.10 9. Set trigger parameters
3.10 9. Set trigger parameters

The following steps demonstrate how to set the trigger parameters according to the parameters in the "Example for
Programming the Controller."
l Press the forward menu button until the screen showing trigger information is displayed as follows:
Lead
l Press the left or right arrowbutton until the cursor flashes the lead field (minimum 2 mm).
l The lead value is the distance in millimeters from the trigger to the glue valve, and is normally set at 50 mm. When
entered, this enables subsequent line delay and line length adjustments to be measured from the product’s lead-
ing edge. If the lead distance subsequently changes,( i.e. if the trigger or glue valve is repositioned, then the lead
value must be altered accordingly).
l Press the increase or decreasebutton until a lead value of 50 mm is displayed.
Lockout
l Press the left or right arrowbutton until the cursor flashes the lockout value (minimum 2 mm).
l Lockout is the distance that the trigger passes from the trigger edge (in this case the leading edge of the product)
to the other edge of the product (the trailing edge). The trigger will be disabled for the distance entered for the
lockout value, thereby preventing unwanted triggering caused by any holes or contrasting colors on the product.
l Press the increase or decreasebutton until a lockout value of 228 mm is displayed.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.11 10. Set Glue Pattern Spot Parameters
3.11 10. Set Glue Pattern Spot Parameters

l Press the forward menu button until the screen showing spot parameters is displayed as follows:
Spot Size
l Press the left or right arrowbutton until the cursors indicate the spot size parameter.
l The spot size controls the glue valve opening time, which governs the size of the glue spot. The value is displayed
in milliseconds (ms) and is adjustable from 0.10 ms to 4.5 ms in steps of 0.01 ms.
l The spot size is dependent on several factors including the type of glue valve, the speed of the machine, the size of
spot required, the viscosity of the glue, and the distance from the glue valve nozzle to the product surface.
l Therefore, the spot size can only be accurately set while the machine is running at production speed. However,
the suggested starting figure is as follows:
l Press the increase or decreasebutton to set the pitch to 5 mm.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.12 11. Set Glue Valve Compensation Settings
3.12 11. Set Glue Valve Compensation Settings

l Press the forward menu button until the screen showing compensation value is displayed as follows:
On Comp. (On Compensation)

l Press the left or right arrowbutton until the cursors flash the on comp parameter.
On compensation time represents the on response time of the glue valve, and is needed to keep the line
start position consistent. This value is dependent on several variables including glue viscosity, nozzle size
and height of the glue valve above the product surface. The value is displayed in milliseconds and is
adjustable from 0.00 ms to 50 ms in steps of 0.01 ms.
l Press the increase or decreasebutton to set the required value.
Off Comp. (Off Compensation)

l Press the left or right arrow button until the cursors flashes the off comp. parameter.
Off compensation time represents the off response time of the glue valve, and is needed to keep the line
end position consistent. Like on comp., this value is dependent on a number of variables. The value is
displayed in milliseconds and is adjustable from 0.00 ms to 50.00 ms in steps of 0.01 ms.
l Press the increase or decrease button to set the required value.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.13 12. Select Set or Run Mode Option
3.13 12. Select Set or Run Mode Option

This function applies when a machine stops during a control cycle. In set mode, the glue valve will stop when the
machine stops, and will resume to complete the current gluing cycle when the machine restarts. In run mode, the glue
valve will stop when the machine stops, but will not start again until the trigger detects a new gluing cycle.
l Press the forward menu button until the screen showing set/run is displayed.
l Press the increase or decrease button to toggle between the two options available: Set or Run.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.14 13. Set Pressure Regulation (GRU) Control
3.14 13. Set Pressure Regulation (GRU) Control

This screen is dedicated to the accurate control of an in-line glue regulator unit. The control provides settings for four
pressure points related to speed. These values are output from the controller in the form of a 0 to 10 V signal. Four point
control is given to facilitate the rheology (flow under pressure) of different adhesive types.
The menu screen shows two columns of figures, the first being speed 1 to 4. Speed 1 is always set to 0 m/min, and
maximum setting for speeds 2, 3, and 4 is 600 m/min.
The second column shows pressure P1 to P4, shown as percentages, 100% being the maximum pressure available at the
glue regulator unit.
Pressure Regulation Example chart:
The following steps apply to the example above.

2. Press the left or right arrow button until the cursors indicate the % value for P1.
3. Press the increase or decrease button to set the value for P1 at 20%.
4. Press the right arrow button and the cursor will move to speed 2.
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5. Press the increase or decrease button to set the value for speed 2 at 100 m/min.
6. Press the right arrow button and the cursor will move to P2.
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16. The display screen should now look like this:
Adjustment of the pressure and speed values can be carried out while the machine is running. Not all of the coordinates
must be used. Unused speed coordinates are set to zero, and their corresponding pressure values will automatically be
set to the P1 value.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 3.15 14. Production data information
3.15 14. Production data information

This screen is for general information only; it does not affect the operation of the controller in any way.
l Speed shows the actual machine running speed in meters per minute.
l Work Rate shows an average figure of how many items of product per hour are being processed.
l Total indicates the number of product items that have been processed by the system since the count was last
cleared to zero. This value increments every time the trigger detects a product.
l The total count can be cleared to zero by pressing the decrease button.
l Press the forward menubutton to complete the menu loop and return to the output 1 of pattern screen.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 4. System Settings
4. System Settings
The following System Settings may be accessed only while in Controller Setup Mode.
To access the Controller Setup Setup Mode, follow these steps:
l Switch off the controller.
l Press and hold the left and right arrow buttons simultaneously while switching on the power.
l Release both buttons.
Note: Do not power off controller until program settings are completed. Setup mode is exited by powering the
controller off.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 4.1 Freeform Mode
4.1 Freeform Mode

The settings on this screen only apply to outputs set to the “freeform” mode. The start/end positions can be changed
“per output”. In this mode. The valve output will be equal in length to the trigger input, minus the “start” and “end”
offsets. Therefore, a longer trigger input will result in a longer valve output.
2. Press the left or right arrow button until the cursors flash each side of the start value.
3. Press the increase or decrease button to change the value of the offsets until it reads the desired value.
4. Press the left or right arrow button until the cursors flash each side of the end value.
5. Press the increase or decrease button to change the value of the offsets until it reads the desired value.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 4.2 Run Hold Mode
4.2 Run Hold Mode

The settings on this screen only apply to outputs set to the “Run Hold” mode. In this mode, the glue valve will fire
continuously in either line mode or spot mode when the encoder starts turning. Use this mode for web gluing
applications.
1. Press the forward menu button until the following page is shown:
2. Press the left or right arrow button until the cursors flash each side of the Spot value.
3. Press the increase or decrease button to toggle spot mode on /off.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 4.3 Encoder Configuration
4.3 Encoder Configuration

2. Press the left or right arrow button until the cursors indicate the Encoder setting.
3. There are five options which can be used for the Encoder and these are as follows:
a. 1 mm: Used for encoders that give 1 pulse per 1 mm of product travel
b. 2 mm: Used for encoders that give 1 pulse per 2 mm of product travel
c. 0.01 in. A standard Leary encoder gives 1 pulse per 0.25 mm (0.01 in) of product travel (standard 1,200 ppr
and small 800 ppr encoders). The high resolution 3,000 ppr Leary encoder cannot be used. Standard Leary
encoder cables can be used.
d. Internal: Internally generated pulse which is a constant 1 ms simulating a 1 mm encoder at 60 m /min.
e. Custom: Custom option allows the user to input a resolution in the range of 0.01 mm to 1.0 mm in incre-
ments of 0.01 mm.
4. Press the increase or decrease button to select the option required.
4.3.1 Custom Encoder Pulse

After accessing the screen shown above:
1. Press the right arrow button and the cursors will move to the custom pulse setting.
2. Press the increase or decrease button to select the desired value if this option is required.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 4.4 Trigger Input
4.4 Trigger Input

l Press the forward menu button until the following screen is shown:
l The and symbols are used to indicate leading edge and trailing edge detection for triggers.
l PNP and NPN inputs can be accepted.
l All standard Leary triggers are PNP and standard Leary cables can be used.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 4.5 Glue Valve Output
4.5 Glue Valve Output

The MIQRO uses Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) to control the output signals to the valves.
2. Press the right arrow button and the cursors will move to the PWM Duty Cycle setting.
3. The PWM duty cycle is the voltage that keeps the glue valve open once initiated. The value is dependent on the
glue valve being used, but as a default it is set to 15% which is suitable for all standard Leary valves.
Note: Duty cycle values above 25% are not recommended as it may cause damage to the valve.
4. Press the increase or decrease button to set the value required.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 4.6 High Time
4.6 High Time

High volt time represents the duration of the 48 V spike and is dependent on the glue valve being used. The value is
adjustable between 0.10 ms and 20.0 ms in steps of 0.1 ms.
l Press the right arrow button and the cursors will move to the high time setting.
l Press the increase or decrease button to set the value required.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 4.7 Low Speed Cut-Out and Low Speed Spotting
4.7 Low Speed Cut-Out and Low Speed Spotting

4.7.1 Low Speed Cut-Out

spots.
l Press the left or right arrow button until the cursors indicate low speed cut out.
l Press the increase or decrease button to a value in m/min.
4.7.2 Low Speed Spotting

Low speed spotting is a value in m /min, below which the output is converted into spotting mode. The spotting values
are taken from the spot time and spot pitch values set in the normal programming menus.
l Press the right arrow button until the cursors indicate low speed spotting setting.
l Press the increase or decrease button to a value in m /min.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 4.8 Purge Pressure Setting
4.8 Purge Pressure Setting

l Press the right arrow button until the cursors indicate test pressure setting.
l Press the increase or decrease button to a test pressure value.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 4.9 Variable Spot Pitch
4.9 Variable Spot Pitch

Variable spot pitch is used to ensure there is always a spot at the very end of the programmed line. If the programmed
line length is not divisible by the spot pitch, the spot pitch will adjust by a few fractions until it is divisible.

l Press the right arrow button until the cursors indicate variable spot pitch.
l Press the increase or decrease button to turn variable spot pitch on or off.
Variable Pitch Disabled

Note that, with the variable pitch (auto pitch) adjust feature disabled, the unit is in fixed pitch mode. With the variable
pitch feature disabled, for the spot pattern to finish exactly at the end of the line, the line length must be equally divided
in whole numbers by the spot pitch. An allowance may be needed for the spot duration. When a line is switched to spot
mode, the line length remains the master setting. Therefore, if the line length is not equally divisible by the pitch, then
the last spot may be left off and the line of spots will appear short.
Variable Pitch Enabled
spots.
Note: If two or more lines are used, the spot pitch and spot time must be the same for all pattern lines.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 4.10 Dump Output Duration
4.10 Dump Output Duration

The MIQRO can send a 24 VDC signal to activate a pressure relief dump valve (included on Leary "A" and "B" model Glue
Regulation Units) to remove unwanted built-up glue pressure when the machine stops.

l Press the right arrow button until the cursors indicate dump output.
l Press the increase or decrease button to a time value for the dump output.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 4.11 GRU Control Output
4.11 GRU Control Output

This setting allows the user to select either voltage or current for the GRU control output.
l Press the right arrow button until the cursors indicate GRU V/I output.
l Press the increase or decrease button to select voltage control output (V) or current control output (I).
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 4.12 Factory Defaults
4.12 Factory Defaults

To delete all programmed settings and return the unit to the factory defaults, power off the unit.
l Press and hold the increase and decrease button and power the unit back on.
l Hold the buttons down until the unit completely powers up and displays the model screen. The unit is now set to
factory defaults.
All prior settings will be permanently deleted when returning the MIQRO to factory default settings.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 5. MIQRO Feature Licensing
5. MIQRO Feature Licensing

The MIQRO controller may be configured as a 1, 2, 3, or 4 Station controller depending on the number of outputs initially
purchased with the unit. In the case where additional outputs are to be purchased, the following procedure is used to
implement the new features. You will receive a 12-character license key code from Leary for new features purchased. This
license key code is required to be entered into the unit to enable new features. Note: The license key code is associated
with a particular unit serial number, so it cannot be used on other MIQRO controllers.
1. Turn off the unit. Press the left arrow and decrease buttons while powering on the unit. Continue to press these
two buttons until the LICENSE KEY ENTRY screen is displayed:
2. Use the increase or decrease buttons to select the first character (0-9, A-F) in the license key code.
3. When the correct digit is shown, press the right arrow button to advance to the next character.
4. Do the same for all 12 characters. If required, you may use the left arrow button to go back and make corrections.
5. When the last digit is entered, press the right arrow button to validate the license key code. The display will
inform you whether the license key code passed or failed validation. If passed, simply power off the unit and then
power on again – the new feature(s) are enabled.
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MIQRO Four Channel Output 5. MIQRO Feature Licensing
6. If the license key validation failed, press the back menu key to attempt re-entry. If problems are still encountered,
contact Distributor. If the license key validation fails, it does not disable any existing features – the unit will
continue to operate as before.
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1.1 Declaration of Conformity

W.H. Leary Co., Inc.

All Controller models, including: Description

These Products comply with the following specifications:

Essential Health and Safety requirements of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC

Electromagnetic Compatibility BS EN 55011- Class A, BS EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-4, Emission Standard, Immunity

1.1.1 FCC Regulatory Compliance

IMAGE NAME ACTION

Menu Press to scroll through screens on the LCD display. When

IMAGE NAME ACTION

1 x Encoder input (5-pin 180° DIN connector)

Output: indicates that the valve outputs are active

2.3 Powering the MIQRO On and Off

2.3.1 Switching the controller off

2.4 External Connections

3.1 Example for MIQRO Controller Setup

3.2 1. Controller Setup Mode

l Release both buttons.

3.3 2. Language and Units Adjustment Screen

3.4 3. Output Mode

The options include:

Select the mode for all four outputs.

3.5 4. Set Glue Line Position and Lengths

The end position of the glue line or lines

Changing from solid glue lines to rows of spots

Variable Spot Pitch

While in Controller Setup Mode:

Variable Pitch Disabled

3.6 5. Position the Glue Valves on the Machine

3.8 7. Enter Glue Pattern Line 1 Start and End Positions

3.9 8. Enter Glue Pattern Line 2 Start and End Positions

3.10 9. Set trigger parameters

3.11 10. Set Glue Pattern Spot Parameters

3.12 11. Set Glue Valve Compensation Settings

On Comp. (On Compensation)

l Press the increase or decreasebutton to set the required value.

Off Comp. (Off Compensation)

l Press the increase or decrease button to set the required value.

3.13 12. Select Set or Run Mode Option

3.14 13. Set Pressure Regulation (GRU) Control

The following steps apply to the example above.

16. The display screen should now look like this:

3.15 14. Production data information

l Release both buttons.

4.1 Freeform Mode

4.2 Run Hold Mode

3. Press the increase or decrease button to toggle spot mode on /off.

4.3 Encoder Configuration

4.3.1 Custom Encoder Pulse

4.4 Trigger Input

4.5 Glue Valve Output

4. Press the increase or decrease button to set the value required.

4.6 High Time

l Press the increase or decrease button to set the value required.

4.7 Low Speed Cut-Out and Low Speed Spotting

4.7.1 Low Speed Cut-Out

l Press the increase or decrease button to a value in m/min.