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PoKeys 56U - User Manual

PoKeys 56U
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PoKeys Pulse engine v2 documentation
Version: 6/3/2016
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Summary

SAFETY INFORMATION

General Safety Information

Product integration and user responsibility for safety and compliance with regulations.

Description

PoKeys Pulse Engine v2 Overview

Upgrade of original pulse engine for step/direction systems.

Soft Limit Functionality

Limits axis movement within a specified range, allowing free movement in the other direction.

Encoder and MPG Support

Assigns different encoders and supports MPG for operation.

Emergency Stop Input

Dedicated input to stop pulse generation when activated.

Pulse Generator Selection

Integrated Pulse Generator

Supports up to 3 axes at 25 kHz step frequency.

External Pulse Generator (No IO)

Supports up to 8 axes at 125 kHz using external adapter.

External Pulse Generator (with IO)

Supports up to 8 axes at 125 kHz with dedicated IO capabilities.

PoKeys Device Pins

Integrated Pulse Generator Pins

Details pin assignments for step/direction outputs and emergency switch input.

External Pulse Generator with IO

PoKeysCNCaddon Connection

Describes connecting the PoKeysCNCaddon to the PoKeys device via Expansion port.

Motor Driver Connector Pinout

Dedicated Axis Switch Inputs

Configuration for limit, home, and reference switches using dedicated pins.

Relay Outputs

Features 3 normally-open relay outputs with specified ratings.

Open-Collector Outputs

0-10 V Voltage Output

Generates a 0-10V analog output using PWM signal and a low-pass filter.

Additional Digital Inputs

Includes inputs for spindle error and general-purpose external signals.

Pulse Engine Limitations

Position Limits

Specifies maximum/minimum position limits for internal and external modes.

PoKeys Mach3 Plugin

Installing the Mach3 Plugin

Steps to copy the DLL and install the PoKeys software.

Plugin Functionality Overview

Lists features like multi-axis support, input/output mapping, and MPG support.

Initial Plugin Configuration

Guide to opening Mach3 and configuring the plugin for the first time.

Enabling Pulse Engine

Integrated 3 ch Engine

Uses the integrated pulse engine for step frequencies up to 25 kHz.

External 4 ch Engine (No IO)

Uses external adapter for step frequencies up to 125 kHz.

External 4 ch Engine (with IO)

Uses PoKeysCNCaddon for step frequencies up to 125 kHz.

Motors;Axis Setup

Motor Tuning and Setup

Configuring steps per, velocity, and acceleration for each axis.

Homing and Limits Setup

Setting up software limits, homing speeds, and axis directions.

Axis Switches Configuration

Switch Configuration Options

Configuring limit, home, and probing switches with dedicated/standard pin options.

Home;Ref Switch Options

Shared limit functions and temporary disabling of limit functionality.

Digital Inputs and Outputs Mapping

Mapping to Mach3 OEM LEDs

Mapping PoKeys digital inputs/outputs to Mach3 OEM LEDs.

Mapping to Mach3 OEM Buttons

Mapping PoKeys digital inputs to Mach3 OEM buttons.

Mapping to Mach3 IOs

Mapping PoKeys IOs to Mach3 internal IOs for control and status.

Pendant Mode

Pendant Mode Activation

Enabling pendant mode for MPG jogging with activation switch.

PoPendant Configuration

PoPendant Wiring and Mapping

Table and diagram for connecting PoPendant and mapping pins to Mach3.

Encoder (MPG) Settings

Encoder Configuration Overview

Enabling encoders, setting resolution, and mapping to DROs.

MPG Setup

Configuring encoders as MPGs for jogging, mapping to DROs.

Matrix Keyboard Setup

Matrix Keyboard Mapping

Configuring matrix keyboard dimensions and pin assignments.

LCD Setup

LCD Configuration Dialog

Enabling LCD, selecting pins, size, and editing contents.

Editing LCD Contents

Setting up user labels, variables, and formats for each LCD row.

PWM Outputs

PWM Output Configuration

Configuring PWM outputs, mapping to DROs, or assigning fixed values.

Analog Inputs

Analog Joystick Setup

Mapping analog inputs to joystick axes for jogging control.

Analog Joystick Calibration

Calibrating analog inputs for accurate joystick functionality.

PoKeys IO Status

Miscellaneous Settings

Options for connection failure reset, unavailable device display, and shared data interchange.

Poll Shared Data Interchange

VB Script IO Access

Using VB script functions to read/write PoKeys IO pins.

Additional OEM Buttons

Additional OEM LEDs

List of OEM LED functions for jogging and selection increments.

Pulse Engine Operating Principles

Pulse Engine Status and Control

Overview of pulse engine states, switch configuration, and motion parameters.

Modes of Operation

Basic Operation Modes

Describes modes like Stopped, Error, Homing, and Probing.

Advanced Operation Modes

Explains MPG jogging and Running modes, including buffer and internal control.

Safety Charge-Pump Output

Motor Driver Enable Outputs

Controls motor driver enabling, often linked to safety charge-pump settings.

Axis Parameters

Defines parameters for motion like max speed, acceleration, and switch configurations.

Custom External Pulse Generator (No IO)

Details a circuit for deserializing step/direction data using 74HCT595 IC.

Frequently Asked Questions

Stepper Motor Power Issue

Addresses blinking reset and motor power engagement with stepper drivers.

Spindle Control Setup

Configuring spindle control using PWM output and DRO mapping.

Important Notes

PoKeys 56U Specifications

General IconGeneral
Input Voltage5V DC
Number of Inputs56
Communication InterfaceUSB
Input typeDigital, Analog
Number of analog inputs8
Number of PWM outputs8
Power supplyUSB
Storage temperature-20-85°C
Humidity5% to 95% (non-condensing)

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