Search Results

This chapter describes the variables related to the amplifier’s operating modes. Contents include:  3.1: Desired State VariableThe amplifier desired state variable (0x24) defines the amplifier’s operating mode and which input source controls it. Mode-specific ...

This chapter describes the variables involved in basic operation of the amplifier. Contents include:  4.1: Setting the Baud RateVariable 0x90 (R) controls the amplifier’s serial port baud rate. To change the baud rate, write the new value to 0x90. For instance...

This chapter provides quick reference to the variables described in this manual. Contents include:  A.1: Variables by Function  

The CME 2 ASCII Command Line tool lets users send individual ASCII commands to amplifiers. From the CME 2 Main screen, choose Tools->ASCII Command Line to open the ASCII Command Line tool: Enter an ASCII command in the Command field. Press the Enter key to s...

This appendix describes the homing methods that can be chosen using the homing methodvariable (0xc2) as described in Homing Mode, Contents include:  C.1: Homing Methods OverviewThere are several homing methods. Each method establishes the:• Home reference (lim...

This appendix describes how to connect an amplifier for control via the RS-232 serial port.The serially connected amplifier can also be used as a multi-drop gateway to control other amplifiers linked in a series of CAN bus connections. Contents include:  D.1: ...

Most ASCII Interface commands can return an error message in the format “e <code>” where code is one of the error code numbers described below

This chapter describes the basic functions and operational theory of CME 2. Topicsinclude: Host Computer RequirementsAmplifier Commissioning SoftwareServo Operating Modes and Control Loops 1.1: Host Computer Requirements1.1.1: Computer and Operating SystemMini...

This chapter shows how to install, start, and set up communications for CME 2. Perform the steps outlined below. Details follow in the chapter.  1 Verify that the system on which you will install CME 2 meets the Host Computer Requirements NOTE: Vista users see...

Perform the steps listed below, in the order presented, to set up and tune an amplifier/motor pair. Details follow in the chapter.  1 Prepare for setup2 Start CME 2 and enter Basic Setup parameters3 Enter Motor/Feedback/Brake Stop parameters 4 Use Calculate to...

This chapter describes the Basic Setup screen. Perform the basic steps outlined below to access and enter the Basic Setup options. Details follow in the chapter.  1 Click to open the Basic Setup screen. 2 3 Review settings.4 Choose:  If necessary, click Chan...

This chapter describes motor, feedback, and brake parameters, and the Calculate function. Access these features as described below. Details follow in the chapter.  1 Click Motor/Feedback to open the Motor/Feedback screen. 2 Load Motor/Feedback/Brake Settings f...

This chapter shows how to configure the amplifier’s digital inputs and outputs. Perform the steps outlined below. Details follow in the chapter.1 Click Input/Output to open the Input/Output screen.2 As needed, set Digital Inputs.3 As needed, set Digital Output...

This chapter shows how to configure the amplifier’s command inputs. Perform the basic steps outlined below. Details follow in the chapter.  1  or or or  or or  or Click to open the loop command input settings screen.2 Change/verify command input parameters ...

A CANopen network can support up to 127 nodes. Each node must have a unique and valid seven-bit address (Node ID) in the range of 1-127. (Address 0 should only be used when the amplifier is serving as a CME 2 serial port multi-drop gateway.)If the amplifier is...

This chapter shows how to configure the amplifier’s fault latching. Perform the basic steps outlined below. Details follow in the chapter:  1 Click Configure Faults to open Faults Configuration screen. 2 Select the faults to latch. See Fault Configuration Par...

This chapter shows how to phase the motor using the Auto Phase or Manual Phase tool. Perform the basic steps outlined below. Details follow in the chapter.Use the procedure described in this chapter to Phase Motor with Auto PhaseORUse the procedure described i...

This chapter shows how to program and tune the control loops. Perform the basic steps outlined below. Details follow in the chapter.  For each control loop:1 or or Click the appropriate button to open the loop control screen.2 Change/verify settings as needed....