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PoKeys PoKeys57CNC - User Manual

PoKeys PoKeys57CNC
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PoKeys57CNC
User’s manual
Version: 23/3/2017

Table of Contents

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Summary

Important Notes and Disclaimers

Device Hardware Description

Connector Pinouts and Pin Types

Illustrates pin assignments for major connectors and defines pin functionalities.

Requirements

Technical Specifications

Dimensions and Environment

Specifies the physical size and operational environmental conditions for the device.

Installation

PoKeys Configuration Options

Digital I;O, Counters, and Encoders

Covers configuration of digital pins, counters, and encoders.

Pulse Engine and Motion Control

Details setup for the pulse generator and motion control features.

Input Devices and Outputs

Discusses configuration of keyboards, analog inputs, joystick mapping, and PWM outputs.

Expansion, LCD, and Network

Covers LCD display, PoExtBus expansion, PoNET, and network interface configuration.

Peripheral Communication Protocols

EasySensors and Data Reporting

Details sensor configuration and data reporting to network servers.

USB, Network, and Security Settings

Covers USB configuration, network functionality, and security settings.

Web Interface and Modbus

Explains how to configure and use the web dashboard and Modbus protocol.

User ID, Configuration, and Recovery

Covers user ID management, saving configurations, and device recovery.

Introduction

Features

Device Hardware Description

Connector Pinouts Overview

Provides a visual overview of major connectors like Motor, LCD, and Pendant.

Pin Types and Power Supply

Specialized I;O and Relay Connectors

Pendant, Encoder, and Switch Connectors

Analog Input and Encoder Details

Motor and Limit Switch Connectors

DB-25 (LPT-port) IO Connector

Pin Types and Specifications

Digital Input and Output Specifications

Specifies parameters for DI5P, DO5, and DO5_D pin types.

Digital I;O and Open-Collector Outputs

Details parameters for DIO33 digital I/O and OCOC open-collector outputs.

SSR, Relay, and Analog Input Specifications

Details parameters for OCSSR, REL, and AN33 pin types.

Analog Input with Filter and Status LEDs

Specifies parameters for AN33F analog input and explains Status LEDs.

Requirements

Technical Specifications

Dimensions and Environmental Data

Specifies the physical size and operational environmental conditions for the device.

Installation Guide

USB and Ethernet Connection Setup

Provides step-by-step instructions for setting up USB and direct Ethernet connections.

Networked Ethernet and Combined Connections

Covers setting up Ethernet via DHCP and using both USB and Ethernet connections.

Motor Drivers and Peripherals

Explains how to connect motor drivers and other peripherals to the device.

PoKeys Configuration Options

Digital Inputs;Outputs and Software Usage

Details configuration of digital pins and how to use the PoKeys configuration software.

Digital Counters Configuration

Explains how to set up and use digital counters on selected pins.

Encoder Configuration and Types

Details how to connect and configure various types of encoders.

Fast, Ultra-Fast Encoders, and Raw Values

Explains setup for fast encoders and viewing raw encoder data.

Pulse Engine Configuration

Pulse Engine Status and Control

Explains the dialog for controlling and monitoring the pulse engine states.

Pulse Engine Dialog Components

Describes the various settings and controls within the Pulse Engine status/control dialog.

Axis Configuration Panel Settings

Covers settings for individual axes, including limits, homing, and motion parameters.

Homing Algorithm Customization

Explains how to customize the homing procedure based on events and actions.

Common Homing Configurations

Presents standard homing configurations for CNC machines.

Limit;Home Switch Filters and PoStep Drivers

Discusses filtering for switches and configuring PoStep drivers.

Connecting PoStep Drivers

Guides on how to connect PoStep drivers using PoExtension2 bus.

Matrix Keyboard Configuration

Keyboard Mapping and Setup

Explains how to map matrix keyboard keys to USB keyboard functions.

Analog Inputs Configuration

Analog Input Filtering and Usage

Details the digital low-pass filter and analog input usage.

Joystick Mapping Configuration

Joystick Settings and Mapping

Explains how to configure joystick settings, including analog mapping and key mapping.

PWM Outputs Configuration

PWM Output Settings and Usage

Explains how to set PWM period and duty cycles for the output pins.

LCD Configuration and Control

LCD Settings and Operations

Covers LCD initialization, clearing, cursor control, and display settings.

LCD Display Settings and Custom Characters

Details display on/off, custom character creation, and character testing.

PoExtBus Expansion Configuration

PoExtBus Setup and Connector Details

Details the setup dialog and connector type for PoExtBus devices.

PoNET Device Configuration

Connecting PoNET and PoExtBus Devices

Provides schematics and rules for connecting PoNET and PoExtBus devices.

Adding and Configuring New PoNET Devices

Guides on registering and configuring new PoNET devices with the system.

PoNET kb48 CNC Keyboard Mapping

Explains how to map the kb48CNC keyboard to the PoKeys matrix keyboard.

Failsafe Settings Configuration

Failsafe Configuration Dialog Options

Details the settings for digital outputs, PWM, PoExtBus, and Pulse Engine failsafe states.

Peripheral Communication Protocols

I2 C Protocol Setup and Testing

Details the I2C bus, its connection, and testing procedure.

1-Wire Protocol Setup and Testing

Details the 1-Wire bus, its connection, and testing procedure.

EasySensors Configuration

EasySensors Setup and Sensor Scanning

Explains the main dialog and how to scan for I2C sensors.

Scanning for 1-Wire and Adding DHTxx Sensors

Guides on scanning for 1-Wire sensors and adding DHTxx temperature/humidity sensors.

Adding Analog Sensors

Explains how to set up analog sensors for reading.

List of Supported Sensors

Lists various sensors compatible with the EasySensors feature.

USB Interface Configuration

USB Interface Options and Behavior

Covers start options, communication interval, and interface enabling/disabling.

Network Device Functionality

Network Settings and Device Discovery

Details how to configure IP addresses and how the device is discovered on the network.

Connecting to Device in Other Networks

Explains how to connect to the device when it's not automatically detected.

Device Security Settings

Explains how to set user access levels and passwords for network security.

Web Interface (Dashboard) Configuration

Dashboard Configuration and Items

Details enabling the web interface and configuring dashboard items.

Dashboard Item Configuration Details

Explains how to add and configure individual items displayed on the dashboard.

Managing Web User Accounts

Covers how to add, edit, and manage user accounts for the web interface.

Modbus Communication Protocol

Modbus TCP and Register Overview

Explains Modbus TCP operation and lists available registers for inputs, outputs, and parameters.

Modbus Registers (Continued)

Lists remaining Modbus registers for PWM, PoExtBus, LCD, and encoder values.

PoExtBus Mapping and Modbus Configuration

Shows PoExtBus mapping and details the Modbus configuration dialog.

Reporting Data to Network Server

Custom Report Type Setup

Guides on setting up custom reports, including headers and data formatting.

Xively Web Service Setup

Details how to configure PoKeys to send data directly to Xively.

Xively Service Configuration Steps

Provides step-by-step instructions for setting up Xively reporting.

Dashboard Item Configuration for Xively

Explains how to configure dashboard items for Xively data reporting.

Standard HTTP POST;PUT Data Upload Setup

Guides on setting up data upload to a server using HTTP POST/PUT.

User ID and Configuration Management

Changing User ID and Saving Configuration

Explains how to change User ID and save/load device configurations to/from files.

PoIL Core Functionality

Briefly mentions the PoIL core and its limitations regarding power failure.

Device Recovery Mode

Recovery Mode Procedure

Outlines the steps to enter recovery mode for clearing settings or updating firmware.

Frequently Asked Questions

Software, Drivers, and Connectivity Issues

Covers software installation, driver problems, and connectivity troubleshooting.

Errata Information

Device Power Reset and Probing Input

Notes device reset behavior and pull-up resistor requirement for probing input.

Grant of License

License Terms and Conditions

Details access, usage, copyright, liability, and virus policies.

PoKeys PoKeys57CNC Specifications

General IconGeneral
PWM Outputs8
Communication InterfacesUSB, Ethernet
Encoder Inputs4
Operating Voltage5V
Operating Temperature-20 to +70°C