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General| Channels | 1 |
|---|---|
| Control Interface | USB |
| Communication Interface | USB |
| Controller Type | Single Channel |
| Supply Voltage | 15 - 24 VDC |
Provides information on warnings, cautions, and notes for safe operation.
Details general warnings regarding equipment usage, fluid spillage, and PC responsiveness.
Introduces the KDC101 DC Servo Controller, its capabilities, and physical dimensions.
Explains power options including single wall plug supply and K-Cube Controller Hubs.
Overview of the APT software suite for control, GUI panels, and libraries.
Details the APTUser application for controlling multiple APT hardware units simultaneously.
Explains APTConfig utility for system parameters, configuration, and simulator mode.
Describes ActiveX Controls for GUI and programmatic interfaces with APT hardware.
Information on Thorlabs' policy for software upgrades and product development.
Instructions for downloading and installing the APT software, with cautions.
Covers environmental conditions for operation and mounting options for the unit.
Details electrical connections for the rear panel of the unit.
Step-by-step guide for connecting the controller unit, motor actuator, and power supply.
Explains how the KDC101 identifies connected stages and manual selection if needed.
Guides on initial setup and verifying software operation with the APTUser utility.
Overview of KDC101 capabilities for Thorlabs opto-mechanical products.
Details front panel controls including MOVE Controls, Velocity Wheel, and Digital Display.
Explains operation modes like Homing, Go to Position, Jogging, and Velocity Moves.
Guides on accessing and navigating the front panel settings menu for configuration.
Guides on performing moves and parameter adjustments using APT software.
Details using the APTUser.exe application for controlling APT hardware units.
Procedure for moving the actuator to the home limit switch and resetting the counter.
Instructions for initiating moves to absolute positions using the GUI.
Explains how to set velocity profile parameters like Max Vel and Accn/Dec.
Details jogging modes (Single Step, Continuous) and setting parameters via GUI.
Explains enabling/disabling drive channels and stopping the stage using GUI buttons.
Using the graphical view to initiate moves by positioning the mouse.
Instructions for creating and running sequences of motor moves without user intervention.
Using APT Config to set up simulated hardware configurations for offline testing.
Describes setting parameters related to the physical characteristics of the stage/actuator.
Explanation of parameters and settings accessed via the APT software.
Describes the graphical user interface (GUI) for the DC Driver K-Cube.
Explains settings for velocity profiles, jogging modes, and backlash correction.
Describes parameters related to physical characteristics of the stage/actuator.
Details PID control settings for motor velocity and position control.
Configuration of adjustment wheel settings and trigger input/output modes.
Functionality to reset all parameter values to factory default settings.
Settings for absolute position reporting and panel display rotation move modes.
Details the pin functions of the 15-pin D-type motor control connector.
Guidance on performing PAT testing in accordance with local regulations.
Instructions for cleaning the unit, including warnings and approved methods.
Technical specifications for motor output, connectors, front panel, and general data.
Lists recommended motor requirements and associated Thorlabs products.
Summarizes methods for controlling the motor via ActiveX, like parameter setting and moves.
Lists properties for controlling the GUI display, help file, and hardware serial number.
Explains the general principle of DC motor operation and magnetic field interaction.
Defines positive and negative moves for linear and rotational stages.
Describes trapezoidal velocity profiles for controlled acceleration and deceleration.
Explains stage positioning, encoder counts, and the concept of Home position.
Defines minimum/maximum positions and useful travel relative to the Home position.
Explains backlash and how to overcome it by controlling move direction.
FCC compliance for Class A digital devices and European conformity statements.
Information on WEEE compliance, product marking, and return policies.
EU Declaration of Conformity for KDC101 regarding EMC and RoHS directives.
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