attocube ASC500 - User Manual

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Products: ASC500
User Manual
ASC500
SPM Controller & Software v2.5
attocube systems AG, Königinstrasse 11a (Rgb), D - 80539 München Germany
Phone: +49 89-2877 80915 Fax: +49 89-2877 80919
E-Mail: info@attocube.com www.attocube.com
For technical queries, contact:
support@attocube.com
attocube systems office Munich:
Phone +49 89 2877 80915
Fax +49 89 2877 80919

Summary

I. Introduction

I.1. System Overview

Provides an overview of the ASC500 SPM controller and its capabilities.

I.2. Safety Information

Details critical safety precautions for operating the ASC500.

II. Hardware Description

II.1. Mechanical Installation

Instructions for physically setting up the ASC500 controller.

II.3. Front and Rear Panel Connections

Identifies and describes all physical connectors on the ASC500.

II.4. The iBox

Explains the functionality of the manual control iBox accessory.

III. Description of the Controller

III.2. Hardware Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications of the ASC500 hardware.

III.5. Hardware Driver Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the necessary hardware drivers.

IV. Data Handling

IV.1. Quick Guide for Data Saving

A concise guide on how to save data from the ASC500.

IV.2. Data Handling Details

In-depth explanation of data management, channels, and processing.

V. Operating the Controller: General Usage and Overview

V.1. Software Installation and Getting Started

Covers software installation and initial setup for the Daisy program.

V.2. Description of Main Daisy Program

Overview of the Daisy software interface and its main components.

V.4. General Usage and Description of Common GUI Controls

Explains common GUI elements like text boxes and context menus.

VI. Description of the AFM Profile

VI.1. The Output section

Configuration of controller outputs and voltage limits.

VI.2. The Scanner Control

Manages scan parameters and area settings.

VI.3. The Z Control Feedback Loop

Details the Z-axis feedback control for precise positioning.

VI.5. The Main Functions Tab Section

Covers advanced functions like PLL, coarse motion, and spectroscopy.

VII. Firmware Upgrade

VIII. Preventive Maintenance

VIII.1. Safety Testing

Procedures for routine safety checks and testing.

VIII.3. Cleaning

Guidelines for cleaning the ASC500 unit.

attocube ASC500 Specifications

General

Model	ASC500
Type	Controller
Closed-loop control	Yes
Interface	USB, Ethernet
Control Modes	Position, Velocity
Feedback Sensors	Optical
Frequency Range	0 to 1 kHz
Storage Temperature	-20°C to +70°C
Number of axes	1 to 3
Voltage Range	-10 V to 10 V
Operating Temperature	0 to 50 °C