Leadshine Technology DM542 - User Manual

User’s Manual
For
DM542
Fully Digital Stepper Drive
Version 1.0
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Attention: Please read this manual carefully before using the drive!
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Summary

Specifications

Electrical Specifications

Technical electrical parameters for the DM542 drive, including voltage and current.

Elimination of Heat

Pin Assignment and Description

Connector P1 Configurations

Specific pin assignments and configurations for the control signal connector (P1).

Selecting Active Pulse Edge or Active Level and Control Signal Mode

Connector P2 Configurations

Pin assignments for the power and motor connection connector (P2).

Control Signal Connector (P1) Interface

Connecting the Motor

Connections to 4-lead Motors

Connections to 6-lead Motors

Connections to 8-lead Motors

Power Supply Selection

Regulated or Unregulated Power Supply

Selecting Supply Voltage

Selecting Microstep Resolution and Driver Output Current

Microstep Resolution Selection

Table and method for selecting microstep resolution using DIP switches.

Current Settings

Explanation of how to set the driver output current for different motors.

Dynamic Current Setting

How to configure the peak operating current using DIP switches.

Standstill Current Setting

Auto Tuning by SW4

Procedure for using SW4 to automatically tune motor parameters.

Wiring Notes

Typical Connection

Sequence Chart of Control Signals

Protection Functions

Frequently Asked Questions

Problem Symptoms and Possible Causes

Leadshine Technology DM542 Specifications

General

Input Voltage	20-50 VDC
Pulse Input Frequency	Up to 200 kHz
Operating Temperature	-15 - +40°C
Storage Temperature	-20 - +65°C
Interface	Pulse/Direction
Protection Features	Over-voltage, Over-current, Over-temperature
Output Current	1.0 - 4.2A, adjustable via software or DIP switches