PoKeys 57E - User Manual

PoKeys Pulse engine v2 documentation
Version: 6/3/2016

Summary

Safety Information

Pulse Generator Selection

Integrated Pulse Generator

External Pulse Generator (No IO)

External Pulse Generator (With IO)

PoKeys Device Pins

External Pulse Generator with IO

Pulse Engine Limitations

PoKeys Mach3 Plugin

Plugin Installation

Steps to copy the Pokeys.dll and install the PoKeys software.

Plugin Functionality

Overview of features supported by the PoKeys Mach3 plugin.

First-Time Plugin Configuration

Guide to initial setup and dialog appearance in Mach3.

Enabling the Pulse Engine

Integrated 3-Axis Pulse Engine

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

External 4-Axis Pulse Engine (No IO)

Using external adapter for step frequencies up to 125 kHz.

External 4-Axis Pulse Engine (With IO)

Using PoKeysCNCaddon for step frequencies up to 125 kHz.

Motors and Axis Setup

Ports and Pins Configuration

Motor Tuning and Setup

Motor Home;SoftLimits

Axis Switches Configuration

Home;Ref Switch Options

Digital Inputs and Outputs Mapping

Pendant Mode

PoPendant Configuration

Wiring and Pin Mapping

MPG Jogging with Pulse Engine

Encoder and MPG Settings

Encoder Configuration

Settings for encoders, including inversion, resolution, and DRO mapping.

MPG Setup

Configuring MPG using encoder settings and Mach3 Ports and Pins.

Matrix Keyboard Setup

LCD Setup

PWM Outputs

Analog Inputs

Analog Input Configuration

Analog Joystick Calibration

Poll Shared Data Interchange

VB Scripting for IO

Pulse Engine Operating Principles

Modes of Operation

Safety Charge-Pump Output

Motor Driver Enable Outputs

Custom External Pulse Generator (No IO)

Frequently Asked Questions

PoKeys 57E Specifications

General

Communication Interface	USB, Ethernet
Dimensions	100mm x 70mm x 25mm
PWM Outputs	0
Encoder Inputs	4
Microcontroller	ARM Cortex-M3
Operating Voltage	5V DC
Power Supply	5V DC
Connectivity	USB, Ethernet
Communication Protocols	Modbus TCP