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Brand | Baldor |
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Model | NextMove ESB-2 |
Category | Controller |
Language | English |
Baldor will repair or replace defective controls and accessories within two years of purchase, subject to terms.
Key precautions for handling and operating the equipment, including electrical shock and medical device warnings.
Details the capabilities and standard features of the NextMove ESB-2 motion controller.
Instructions for checking the condition and contents of the NextMove ESB-2 upon delivery.
Guidance on identifying the specific catalog number of the NextMove ESB-2 model.
List of units and abbreviations used throughout the manual for clarity and reference.
Overview of the basic installation process and importance of correct steps.
Specifies environmental and location criteria for safe and reliable installation of the unit.
Instructions on how to physically mount the NextMove ESB-2 unit, including clearance and orientation.
Details PC specifications, software, and other necessary components for installation.
Introduction to the section describing the input and output capabilities of the controller.
Diagrams and descriptions of connector locations on the NextMove ESB-2 for I/O and communication.
Details the specifications and wiring for the analog input channels of the controller.
Details the specifications and wiring for the analog output channels of the controller.
Explains the configuration and use of the 20 general purpose digital inputs on the controller.
Details fast interrupt capabilities for digital inputs DIN0 to DIN3.
Describes the opto-isolated digital inputs DIN4 to DIN11 and their common connection.
Describes the opto-isolated digital inputs DIN12 to DIN19 and their common connection.
Explains using digital inputs DIN17-DIN19 as auxiliary encoder inputs for motion control.
Illustrates common wiring examples for digital inputs using switches and Baldor FlexDrive.
Explains the configuration and use of the 12 general purpose digital outputs on the controller.
Details the specifications and wiring for digital outputs DOUT0 to DOUT7.
Details other input/output functionalities not covered in Analog or Digital I/O.
Details stepper motor control outputs (RS422 differential) for specific models.
Details stepper motor control outputs (open collector) for specific models.
Describes connecting and using incremental encoder inputs with the controller.
Discusses the effect of cable length on encoder input frequency and provides a table of maximum lengths.
Explains the relay outputs and their configuration for error signaling or drive enable.
Details the USB port for connecting the controller to a PC for programming and configuration.
Describes the serial port (RS232/RS485) and its configuration options.
Provides details on the preset configuration and hardware handshaking for the RS232 serial port.
Explains how to set up multidrop networks using RS485/RS422 for connecting multiple devices.
Illustrates how to connect Baldor HMI panels via RS232 or RS485/422 serial connections.
Introduction to the CAN bus, its protocol, and support for CANopen and Baldor CAN.
Details the RJ45 connector used for CAN communication and its pin configuration.
Provides guidelines for proper CAN bus wiring, termination, and impedance matching.
Explains the CANopen protocol implementation, supported devices, and network configuration.
Details the CAN opto-isolators and the required power supply for the CAN interface.
Describes Baldor's proprietary CAN protocol, supported nodes, and network configuration.
Overview of connecting the controller to a PC and installing software for configuration.
Instructions for connecting the controller to a PC via serial or USB cable.
Steps for installing the necessary PC software for configuring and tuning the controller.
Guidance on powering up and preparing the controller after initial setup.
Checks to perform before applying power to ensure correct installation and wiring.
Steps for installing the USB driver required for PC communication.
Details the function of Mint Machine Center for viewing and managing connected controllers.
Step-by-step guide to launching and using the Mint Machine Center application.
Introduction to the Mint WorkBench software for programming and controlling the motion controller.
Describes the comprehensive help file integrated with Mint WorkBench for keyword and topic information.
Instructions on how to start a new project and connect to the NextMove ESB-2 using Mint WorkBench.
Guide to configuring axes as servo or stepper, assigning hardware channels.
Guide to configuring axes as servo or stepper, assigning hardware channels.
Explains how to set the scale factor for user-defined units in motion commands.
Procedure for configuring digital outputs or relays to enable/disable the drive for error conditions.
How to test the functionality of the drive enable output configuration using Mint WorkBench.
Tests the operation and direction of stepper motor outputs using basic commands.
Tests the operation and direction of stepper motor outputs using basic commands.
Tests the servo axis demand output and verifies motor response using commands.
Tests the servo axis demand output and verifies motor response using commands.
Explains the basic principles of closed loop control and the role of gains like KPROP.
Guide to selecting and adjusting servo loop gains (KDERIV, KPROP) for optimal performance.
Guide to selecting and adjusting servo loop gains (KDERIV, KPROP) for optimal performance.
How to identify and correct underdamped response (overshoot) by adjusting gains.
How to identify and correct overdamped response (slowness) by adjusting gains.
Describes the ideal critically damped response for servo axis tuning.
Step-by-step calculation for determining the KVELFF feedforward gain value.
Step-by-step calculation for determining the KVELFF feedforward gain value.
How to adjust the KPROP gain to reduce following error in velocity control.
Explains using integral gain (KINT) and its limit (KINTLIMIT) to correct steady-state errors.
Explains using integral gain (KINT) and its limit (KINTLIMIT) to correct steady-state errors.
Guide to configuring digital inputs for special functions like home or limit inputs.
Guide to configuring digital inputs for special functions like home or limit inputs.
Guide to configuring digital outputs, including drive enable output settings.
Instructions on how to save configuration and tuning parameters to a file.
Instructions on how to save configuration and tuning parameters to a file.
How to load previously saved configuration and tuning parameters.
Introduction to troubleshooting common problems and finding solutions.
General advice on diagnosing installation or operational problems with the controller.
Explains the SupportMe feature for gathering and providing system information to technical support.
Explains the meaning of symbols displayed on the controller's status LED for various operational states.
Explains the meaning of symbols displayed on the controller's status LED for various operational states.
Troubleshooting common communication issues between the PC and the controller.
Troubleshooting common motor control problems, such as failure to turn or uncontrolled motion.
Troubleshooting issues related to the Mint WorkBench software, including Spy window updates and firmware download.
Troubleshooting CANopen bus issues, including passive or off states and node recognition.
Troubleshooting Baldor CAN bus issues, including passive or off states.
Introduction to the section providing technical specifications for the NextMove ESB-2.
Details the nominal input voltage and power consumption requirements of the controller.
Provides technical specifications for the analog input channels, including voltage range and resolution.
Provides technical specifications for the analog output channels, including voltage range and current.
Lists specifications for digital inputs, including supply voltage and input voltage levels.
Details specifications for general purpose digital outputs, including current and update interval.
Specifies the contact rating and operating time for the relay output.
Lists specifications for stepper control outputs, including output type and frequency.
Provides specifications for encoder inputs, including signal type and power supply.
Details specifications for the serial port, including signal type and supported bit rates.
Specifies details for the CAN interface, including signal, channels, protocols, and bit rates.
Lists environmental specifications like operating temperature range and maximum humidity.
Provides the weight and nominal overall dimensions of the controller unit.
Declaration of Conformity statement regarding EMC and Machinery Directives.
Introduction to the accessories available to expand the controller's capabilities.
Details Baldor feedback cables for connecting drive amplifiers to encoder inputs.
Describes Baldor CAN nodes for expanding digital I/O and operator panel connectivity.
Lists available programmable HMI panels with serial or CANopen communication.
Describes the Baldor keypad for operator interface and machine control.
Introduces Mint NC software for creating contouring and profiling motion commands from CAD data.
Introduction to the summary of Mint keywords supported by the controller.
A comprehensive list of Mint keywords and their descriptions for programming the controller.