Reference Manual

PMAC/PMAC2 Software Reference Manual
PMAC Command and Variable Summary 17
PMAC Syntax Notes
1. PMAC syntax is not case-sensitive. That is, it does not matter whether an upper-case or lower-case
letter is used in any command or statement. PMAC commands are shown in this document in all
upper-case letters to help distinguish them better from the explanatory text.
Example: X1000 and x1000 are identical statements to PMAC.
2. In syntax definitions, an item in squiggly brackets, such as {data}, means you can put what you
wish into that part of the syntax, subject to the defined limitations of that item.
Example: If the syntax is X{data}, you can put X1000, X(P1), or X(P2*P3+50), because
1000, (P1), and (P2*P3+50) all fit in the defined limitations for {data}.
3. In syntax definitions, items contained within square brackets are optional to the syntax. If there is an
ellipsis (...) within the square brackets, items contained within the square brackets can be repeated.
Example: If the syntax definition is {axis}{data} [{axis}{data} ...], you can put
X1000, X1000Y1000, or X1000Y1000Z1000.
4. Spaces are not important in PMAC syntax, except where specifically noted.