Micronix MMC-100 Series Manual de usuario
S e r i e s
Quick Start Guide
Modular Motion Control System
MMC-100
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Contents
1. Introduction ................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Product Description ............................................................................................ 1
1.2 Features................................................................................................................. 2
1.3 Package Contents .............................................................................................. 2
2. Quick Start Guide ...................................................................................................... 2
2.1 Quick Start Guide Overview .............................................................................. 2
2.2Quick Start MMC-100 Motion Controller Platform .......................................... 4
2.3 Using the MMC-100 Motion Controller Platform ............................................. 5
2.4 Functionality Quick-Start ..................................................................................14
Open Loop ...............................................................................................................14
Closed Loop .............................................................................................................14
3. Frequently Asked Questions................................................................................... 14
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1. Introduction
This document is meant to act as a quick start guide to be used to get the MMC-100 and
accompanying stages connected and functional. For more information regarding
programming and command set please refer to the full reference manual included on the
MMC-100 CD supplied with your order.
1.1 Product Description
The MMC-100 is a high performance integrated piezo motor controller/driver
designed to be used as a standalone single axis unit, or stacked as a compact
multi-axis module. The MMC-100 is capable of driving a piezo motor with a
resolution as fine as 1 nm in open loop (motor dependent). The closed loop
resolution is dependent on the resolution of the encoder (typically 1 nm).
1. LED Error Indicator 1
a. Red –An error has occurred
2. LED Addressing Indicator 2
a. Orange –Stage is Unaddressed
b. Green –Stage has an address and is ready
3. Encoder Input, Male D-Sub 9 Pin Connector
4. Motor/Axis Output, Female D-Sub 9-Pin Connector
5. Power Supply, +5VDC, Regulated
6. RS485 Intermodular Connector
7. USB Connector
8. I/O Connector
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1.2 Features
Integrated controller/driver for Micronix stick-slip piezo motors
Compact, modular design allows for bench-top or standard 2U height rack mounting
Configurable as a standalone unit or stackable up to 16 axes
Open loop/closed loop operation
Open loop resolution of less than 1 nm
Closed loop resolution dependent on the encoder (typically 1 nm)
A quad B differential or sin/cos analog encoder feedback
USB 2.0 or RS-485 interface (one interface for up to 99 axes)
Windows GUI, DLL and LabVIEW VI
1.3 Package Contents
If product is damaged or there are missing components, contact Micronix USA
immediately. Do not discard product packaging in case of return shipment.
Package Contents:
MMC-100 Controller
User Manual
Supplemental CD
Power Cable
2. Quick Start Guide
2.1 Quick Start Guide Overview
The following Quick Start Guide is intended to provide a basic set-up of the MMC-
100 in the least amount of time. The following paragraphs will provide a
walkthrough of the steps needed to set-up the controller and verify that the
system is working correctly.
Caution: In the case of custom and/or vacuum wiring this guide may not
portray the wiring with which your system was supplied. Please consult the custom
wiring diagram included with your custom/vacuum shipment.
1. Install Drivers
a. To ensure correct communication between the module and PC, install
the proper drivers onto the communicating computer prior to
connecting the MMC-100.
b. The drivers may be found on the supplemental installation CD or can
be downloaded from:
http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm
c. For more on how to properly install drivers, see the appropriate
installation guide included on the supplemental CD or on the website
above.
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2b.
3a.
4a.
2c. 2d.
4b.
2. Connect Motion Devices
a. A single MMC-100 controller is capable of
driving one piezo motor in either open or
closed loop.
b. Connect the male D-sub 9-pin piezo motor
cable to the Motor/Axis Input.
c. If applicable, connect the female D-sub 9-pin
encoder adapter cable to the Encoder Input.
d. The other side of that cable to the interpolator
module or encoder head.
3. Connect Module/Stack to PC
a. Use the supplied Mini USB to USB cable to
connect the MMC-100 controller to the
communicating PC. Only one USB cable is
required per module/stack.
4. Power Up Controller
a. Connect the controller to a 5V, regulated
power supply included in your order.
note: Each MMC-100 requires 1A. If powering a
stack; add up the amperage requirements of
the individual controllers to determine the
necessary power supply for the stack.
b. After power up, verify that the top LED(s)
changes from Red to Orange to Green. This
verifies that each axis is addressed and ready
for communication.
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5. Check COM Port
a. It is necessary to note the COM Port assigned to the MMC-100 when
connecting to a PC.
i. In Windows Vista or Windows 7 Open the Device Manager:
1Windows Logo (in the bottom left corner by default)
2Control Panel
3Device Manager
ii. In Window Xp Open Device Manager:
1Start (in the bottom left corner by default)
2Control Panel
3System
4select the Hardware tab
5Click the device manager button
b. After powering up the controller (Step 4), note the USB Serial Port
assigned. See the figure below showing a snapshot of the Device
Manager window:
6. Continue to Quick Start MMC-100 Motion Controller Platform
a. The following section will help you get running with the MMC-100
Motion Controller Platform program.
2.2 Quick Start MMC-100 Motion Controller Platform
The MMC-100 MCP GUI can be used with the MMC-100 piezo controller. The
following Quick Start Guide is intended to provide a basic set-up of the MMC-100
MCP program. The following paragraphs will provide a walkthrough of the steps
needed to install the program and verify that the system is working correctly.
1. Pre-Installation
a. This guide assumes you have already run through the previous Quick
Start guide and that the controller is on and connected to a Com port
on your computer.
b. You will need the .NET Framework 4.0. If you are unsure if you have the
.NET Framework 4.0 follow these steps.
Open the start menu (windows icon if using Vista).
Open the Control Panel
Open "Add or Remove Programs" ("Programs and Features" if
using Vista)
Scroll through the list and find “Microsoft .NET Framework” If it is
4.0 skip to step-2. Otherwise continue with step c.
Connected MMC-100
is assigned to COM4
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c. To install the .NET Framework 4.0 you will need a connection to the
internet.
Navigate to this site:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=9
cfb2d51-5ff4-4491-b0e5-b386f32c0992&displaylang=en
Download and run the web installer
At the conclusion of this install you will be asked to restart your
computer.
2. Install
a. To install the MMC-100 motion controller platform double click the
setup.exe file on the supplied CD and follow the on screen instructions.
3. Run
a. The installer placed a start menu short-cut to the MMC-100 MCP
program. Make sure that your MMC-100 is connected to your
computer, powered on, and connected to a valid COM port as
discussed in section 2.1
b. Open the start menu (or windows icon for vista)
c. Open the ‘all programs’ tab
d. Open the Micronix folder
e. Run the MMC-100 MCP program
For more on how to use the MCP program, there is a GUI
Guide on the supplemental CD.
2.3 Using the MMC-100 Motion Controller Platform
In the Quick Start Guide Overview you connected your MMC-100 to your computer. In
the Quick Start MMC-100 Motion Controller Platform you installed and ran the MMC-100
MCP software. This section will describe the capabilities of the MMC-100 MCP program
and give you a brief understanding of how to use it.
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1. Port Control –The picture below depicts the program when the Port has been
opened
a. Select the COM port associated with your MMC-100 as discussed
in section 2.1, step 5.
b. Click the Open Port button to connect to the MMC-100
i. This button should change giving you the option to close the port
c. The Port field should change to indicate the Port is Open.
You will
see the progress bar fill and the adjacent field change with information
regarding the query process as the program initializes. You are now ready to
start moving a stage with your MMC-100. For more information about this
program see the MMC-100 MCP program guide.
d. The Axis selector will allow you to switch control between
different axes
2. Commands
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a. Command –This field allows you to interface with your MMC-100 through
manual terminal commands. For more about Commands see section 5 of the
reference Manual.
i. Enter your command in the blank field
ii. This button appends a ‘?’ on the
end of the command making it a read
function
iii. This button sends the command
to the MMC-100
b. Command List –This is a list of commands
available to the MMC-100. Clicking any list
item will send the 3 character command to the
Command box with the preceding axis
number.
c. CMD –This Field shows the 3 character
command on top along with the associated
full name
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d. Response
i. Terminal –This field shows the responses from the MMC-100.
1. The clear button will delete all entries in the Terminal
ii. Information - This field will show some information about the selected
command from the command list along with an example
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