C-863 Mercury Controller MS205Equ Version: 2.0.0 35
6.5 Connecting the Stage
NOTICE
Damage if a wrong motor is connected!
Connecting a stage with stepper motor to a DC motor controller can cause
irreparable damage.
Only connect to the C-863 a stage with DC motor or voice coil drive.
The C-863 supports stages with a PWM amplifier as well as stages without a PWM
amplifier. Separate lines on the DC Motor only socket (p. 97) are available for both
stage versions. The selection of the proper lines must be ensured via the connector
of the stage. With stages from PI the proper connection is ensured.
Prerequisite
The C-863 is switched off, i. e. the power supply is not connected to the
power socket with the power cord.
Tools and accessories
If the distance between the C-863 and the stage is too great:
motor cable C-815.38, 3 m, available as an optional accessory (p. 16)
Connecting the stage
Connect the stage to the DC Motor only socket of the C-863.