Imported machine showing the wrong language? On a Fanuc 0i Model D the display language can be changed in under a minute — no restart required. This guide shows the exact key presses with screenshots (demonstrated switching English → Chinese; the same steps work in any direction, including back to English).
Step 1 — Starting point
The system in this example is currently in English. To switch the language, follow the steps below.
Step 2 — Press the [OFS/SET] button
Press the [SET] (OFS/SET) key on the MDI keyboard, as shown below.
Step 3 — Find [LANGUAGE]
Scroll to the right through the soft keys several times until you find [LANGUAGE], then press it.
Step 4 — Select the language
Use the down arrow key [↓] to move the cursor to the language you want (Chinese in this example), then press the [OPRT] soft key.
Step 5 — Apply
Press [APPLY] to confirm. The display switches immediately.
Alternative — via NC parameter 3281
The language can also be changed by setting parameter 3281. For example, setting it to 15 selects Chinese — each language has its own value, so this is also the way back to English if the screen is in a language you can't read: the parameter number works regardless of display language.
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