Limiting Joint Travel
AdeptModules Instruction Handbook, Volume 1: Adept MV Controller Interface, Rev. A 99
NOTE: The operator must keep the enabling button depressed to retain
High Power while working with the AdeptModules.
While watching Joint 1, press one of the Speed Bars until that joint starts to move, then
release the Speed Bar. The joint should stop moving. Press the other Speed Bar until the
joint moves in the opposite direction, then release the Speed Bar.
Selecting and Moving Joint 2 (Y)
Press the Y2 button on the MCP to select Joint 2. The Y2 button LED will illuminate. The
user can now move Joint 2.
Move this joint in the same manner as described for Joint 1 (X) movement.
Selecting and Moving Joint 3 (Z)
Press the Z3 button on the MCP to select Joint 3. The Z3 button LED will illuminate. The
user can now move Joint 3.
Move this joint in the same manner as described for Joint 1 (X) movement.
Selecting and Moving Joint 4 (Theta)
Press the
RX4 button on the MCP to select Joint 4. The RX4 button LED will illuminate. The
user can now move Joint 4.
Move this joint in the same manner as described for Joint 1 (X) movement.
If every joint of the system moved correctly in both directions, the installation of the
hardware is correct. Press the DIS/PWR button on the MCP to disable High Power.
NOTE: Refer to Appendix D for testing and troubleshooting information.
4.9 Limiting Joint Travel
Refer to the AdeptModules Instruction Handbook, Volume 2: Mechanical Assembly or to section
4.9 of the Adept 550 Instruction Handbook for limiting joint travel.
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