6 DSCDP Hardware Manual
ETEL Doc. - Hardware Manual # DSCDP / Ver G / 6/1/11
1. Introduction
This document concerns a two axes digital position controller of ETEL's DSCxx family: the DSC Dual position
controller or DSCDP also called 'controller' in this document.
The purpose of this manual is to give details regarding the specifications, installation, interfacing and hardware
items. All details for proper connections (power supply, motor, encoder connection, etc...) are provided herein.
Detailed information concerning the programming of the controller is provided in the corresponding 'Operation
& Software Manual'.
The information given in this manual is valid for type # D S C D P x x x - x x x E and later.
Remark: The updates between two successive versions are highlighted with a modification stroke in the
margin of the manual.
1.1 Safety
Please, read all the safety precautions listed in this manual before handling the
DSCDP:
• Never use the DSCDP for purposes other than those described in this manual.
• A competent and trained technician must install and operate the DSCDP, in accordance with all specific
regulations of the respective country concerning both safety and EMC aspects.
• Troubleshooting and servicing are permitted only by ETEL's technicians and agreed distributors.
• Operating the DSCDP will make the motor move.
Keep away from all moving parts to avoid
injuries!
• The safety symbols placed on the DSCDP or written in the manuals must be respected.
• If the DSCDP is integrated into a machine, the manufacturer of this machine must establish that it fulfils the
89/336/EEC directive on EMC before operating the controller.
Warning:Signals a danger of electrical shock to the operator.
Can be fatal for a person.
Caution: Signals a danger for the DSCDP. Can be destructive for the material.
A danger for the operator can result from this.
Caution: Indicates electrostatic discharges (ESD), dangerous for the DSCDP.
The components must be handled in an ESD protected environment only.
Remark: The DSCDP associated to its motor connector complies with the 89/336/EEC directive on EMC
and the 73/23/EEC low voltage directive.
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