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Delta Tau Turbo PMAC2 PC - User Manual

Delta Tau Turbo PMAC2 PC
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USER MANUAL
1^ REFERENCE GUIDE
^2 PMAC Quick Reference
^3 Reference Guide for PMAC Products
^4 3A0-PMACQR-xPRx
^5 September 29, 2009
Single Source Machine Control Power // Flexibility // Ease of Use
21314 Lassen Street Chatsworth, CA 91311 // Tel. (818) 998-2095 Fax. (818) 998-7807 // www.deltatau.com

Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction to PMAC

Description of PMAC

Overview of PMAC, its capabilities, and applications.

Types of PMAC

Details on different PMAC hardware versions like PC, Lite, VME, STD, Mini.

Software Setup

Process for configuring PMAC software using I-Variables and PEWIN.

PMAC Executive Program, PEWIN

Configuring PEWIN

Steps for configuring PEWIN for PMAC device setup and communication.

Saving and Retrieving PMAC Parameters

Method for backing up and restoring PMAC parameters to the host computer.

PID Tuning Utility

Using the PID Tuning Utility for automatic tuning of servo parameters.

Installing and Configuring PMAC

Establishing Host Communications

Steps to establish initial communication between PMAC and the host computer.

Resetting PMAC for First Time Use

Commands for resetting PMAC to factory defaults and initial configuration.

Programming PMAC

I-Variables

Details on I-Variables for initialization and setup of PMAC.

M-Variables

Details on M-Variables for accessing PMAC memory and I/O space.

PMAC Position Registers

Description of PMAC registers for tracking actual, commanded, and target positions.

Homing Search Moves

Procedures and I-Variables for performing axis homing.

Motion Programs

Coordinate Systems

Managing multiple motors and axes within coordinate systems.

Writing a Motion Program

Steps and commands for creating PMAC motion programs.

Running a Motion Program

Procedures for selecting coordinate systems and executing motion programs.

Circular Interpolation

Performing circular interpolation moves on X, Y, and Z axes.

PLC Programs

Compiled PLC Programs

Process for compiling and preparing PLCC programs for faster execution.

Troubleshooting

Resetting PMAC to Factory Defaults

Step-by-step procedure for resetting PMAC to its default factory configuration.

The Watchdog Timer (Red LED)

Understanding the watchdog timer function for preventing malfunctions.

Motor Parameters

Troubleshooting common motor movement issues like no movement or sluggishness.

PLC Programs

Troubleshooting common PLC and PLCC failures related to communication or watchdog timers.

Appendix B - PMAC I-Variables Summary

Global I-Variables

Summary of global I-Variables for general card setup and configuration.

Motor Definition I-Variables

I-Variables related to motor activation, DAC address, and position/velocity scaling.

Motor Safety I-Variables

I-Variables for motor safety features like error limits and position limits.

Servo Control I-Variables

I-Variables for tuning servo parameters like proportional, derivative, and integral gains.

Appendix C - PMAC On-Line (Immediate) Commands

On-Line Command Function

Summary of on-line commands for controlling PMAC directly from the host.

Appendix E - Motor Suggested M-Variable Definitions

Registers Associated with Encoder;DAC

Suggested M-Variables for encoder and DAC registers for various motors.

Appendix F - I;O Suggested M-Variable Definitions

Appendix G - ACC-8 D;8 P Pinout Descriptions

Pin # Symbol Function

Detailed pinout descriptions for digital power, analog power, encoders, amplifiers, and flags.

Delta Tau Turbo PMAC2 PC Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryController
ModelTurbo PMAC2 PC
Axes SupportedUp to 32 axes
Number of Servo LoopsUp to 32
Communication InterfacesEthernet, RS-232
Programming LanguagePMAC Script
Feedback Devices SupportedEncoders, resolvers
Drive InterfacesAnalog (+/-10V), PWM, Step/Direction
Applicationrobotics, CNC, motion control

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