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1. IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxPH PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number Range XX Oto 255 Units XX None Defaults XX missing None out of range None DESCRIPTION This command will return the value of the I O ports of the processor in the Controller The are 3 bytes reported for 3 ports B D and E represented in a decimal format NOTE The retuned value are 3 bytes represented in decimal format Once converted to a binary representation the below Bit Map table can be used determine the state of each I O line RETURNS 3 bytes for the values of the I O ports REL non COMMANDS one EXAMPLE 14PH Returns the value of the VO ports 3 bytes of controller 14 57 Command Set 58 Bit Map Table Bit 0 Green LED 1 Red LED EEPROM Write Protect N A N A N A N A N A Negative Travel Limit Positive Travel Limit Spare Device Reset Button Button A Button B vy Jog Knob Switch Low Voltage Detect Encoder A Encoder B Driver Fault line 1 Driver Enable 2 Driver Fault line 2 Debugger pin PGM Debugger pin PGClcock Bit Bit Bit BitBit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bi 23 22 21 2019 18 17 16 15 14 13 1211 109 8 7 6 5 4 B 2 Debugger pin PGData Command Set2. PR move by relative position IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxPRnn or xxPR PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number Nn int Position value Range XX Oto 255 nn 60000 to 120000 Units Micro steps Defaults XX Missing None out of range None nn missing Error 37 Parameter Missing out of range Error 7 Parameter Out of Range Error 213 Motor Off Error 230 Command not allowed during motion DESCRIPTION This command initiates a relative motion When received a F gt TEE trapezoidal trajectory is generated with the predefined acceleration and velocity and the actuator will move to the relative position specified by nn NOTE The command is not accepted while a motion is in progress If the sign takes the place of nn value this command reports RETURNS the last commanded position Which is the same as the value read back from TP the predefined Backlash value if there was a change of direction 59 60 Command Set REL COMMANDS AC set acceleration PR move to relative position ST stop motion VA set velocity EXAMPLE 12PR250 Move Actuator on controller12by 250 micro steps 12PR Read back the last commanded position Command Set RS reset the controller IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxRS PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller Num
3. DESCRIPTION This command will set the value of the negative software limits NOTE The value of Negative software limit should be less than the value of the Positive Software limit If the sign takes the place of nn value this command reports RETURNS the value of the Negative Software limit REL COMMANDS SR Positive Software Limit PA Absolute Move PR Relative Move JA Jog EXAMPLE 72SL 100 Sets the value of Negative software limit to 100 for controller 72 725SL Reads back the value of the Negative Software Limit from controller 72 63 64 Command Set SM save settings to non volatile memory IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxSM PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller Number Range XX Oto 255 Units XX None Defaults XX missing none out of range none ai DESCRIPTION This command is used to save controller configuration settings from RAM to non volatile EEROM memory It should be used after modifying parameters and settings to assure that the new data will not be lost when the controller is powered off RETURNS This command has no return value ie none COMMANDS EXAMPLE 61SM save changes for controller 61 to non volatile memory Command Set SR set right travel limit IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xx
4. NewStep Utility Figure 16 Status screen 41 42 Software The About tab will show version of the Software Utility itself and firmware version for the instrument connected currently m Figure 17 Software and Hardware Information Screen 6 NewStep Controller ASCII Command Set 6 1 Command Summary This document describes the supported two letter ASCII commands that may be used to configure and operate the NewStep Controller when in REMOTE mode Yellow LED Since multiple NewStep Controllers may be placed on the RS485 Bus each controller will use a predetermined address Controller Number and by decoding the address field of the incoming messages it can determine if the message is intended for it If the incoming message does not have a matching address the controller will ignore the message When a controller receives a command that matches it s address depending on the message query or set it may or may not respond back If the Controller responds back it will first send out the command it received followed by the information it is to send For example if a 234VE Is sent to Controller Number 234 it will respond as 234VE 1 0 6 1 1 Summary Table Cmd Short Description Command Query Name ay 1 AC Acceleration Yes Yes 2 AU Maximum Acceleration Yes Yes 3 BA Backlash Compensation Yes Yes 4 BZ Restore EEPROM Yes No 5 JA Jog Yes Yes 6 MF Motor OFF Yes No
5. Command Set J A start jog motion IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxJAnn or xxJA PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number nn int Jog setting Range XX Oto 255 nn Oto 8 Units XX None nn None Defaults XX missing none out of range none nn missing error 38 Parameter missing out of range error 7 Parameter out of range DESCRIPTION This command will start a jog motion with the specified speed setting indicated by nn nn 0 Jog velocity 0 full steps sec 0 00 mm sec for NSA25 nn 1 Jog velocity 0 07 full steps sec 0 0005 mm sec for NSA25 nn 2 Jog velocity 40 23 full steps sec 0 0015 mm sec for NSA25 nn 3 Jog velocity 0 78 full steps sec 0 005 mm sec for NSA25 nn 4 Jog velocity 43 12 full steps sec 0 02 mm sec for NSA25 nn 5 Jog velocity 15 62 full steps sec 0 1 mm sec for NSA25 nn 6 Jog velocity 48 87 full steps sec 0 3 mm sec for NSA25 nn 7 Jog velocity 156 62 full steps sec 1 0 mm sec for NSA25 RETURNS Tf the sign takes the place of nn value this command reports the last speed setting value REL j __ COMMANDS Si SoMa EXAMPLE 25JA 5 Start Jog motion with 50 fs sec for controller 25 25JA Reads back the value of the last Jog speed from controller 25 51 52 Command Set ME motor off IMM M
6. NewSte po Actuator and Motion Controller User s Manual Newport Experience Solutions 2 Preface EU Declaration of Conformity We declare that the accompanying product identified with the C mark complies with requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89 336 EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC Model Number NewStep Actuator and Motion Controller Family NSA12 and NSC100 Year C mark affixed 2003 Type of Equipment Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use Standards Applied Compliance was demonstrated to the following standards to the extent applicable BS EN61326 1 1997 A1 A2 Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use EMC requirements This equipment meets the CISPR 11 Class A Group 1 radiated and conducted emission limits BS EN 61000 3 2 2001 Harmonic current emissions Class A BS EN 61000 3 3 2002 Voltage fluctuations and flicker BS EN 61010 1 1993 Al A2 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use a REKE Alain Danielo Dan Dunahay VP European Operations Director of Ouality Systems Zone Industrielle 1791 Deere Avenue 45340 Beaune la Rolande France Irvine Ca USA Preface Warranty Newport Corporation warrants that this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship and will comply with Newport s published specifications at the t
7. Oto 255 0 to the maximum programmed nn value in VU command or xxVA to read current setting Units XX None nn Full steps second Defaults XX missing none out of range none nn missing Error 37 Parameter Missing Error 210 Max Velocity out of range Bxecoded Error 230 Command not allowed during motion DESCRIPTION This command set the value of Velocity in full step second RETURNS The value of Velocity in full steps second REL COMMANDS VU Maximum Velocity AC Acceleration AU Maximum Acceleration EXAMPLE 17VA26 6 Sets the Velocity for controller 17 to 26 6 full steps second 17VA Reads back the value of Velocity Command Set VE read controller firmware version IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxVE PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number Range XX Oto 255 Units XX None Defaults XX missing none out of range none DESCRIPTION This command returns the firmware version with a Major Minor format RETURNS Firmware version REL COMMANDS none EXAMPLE 38VE Returns Firmware version of the controller 38 73 74 Command Set VU set maximum velocity IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxVUnn or xxVU PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number nn float Velocity Range XX Oto 255 0 to the maximum programm
8. 7 MO Motor ON Yes No 8 OR Home Yes Yes 9 PA Absolute Position Yes Yes 10 PH Hardware Status No Yes 11 PR Relative Position Yes Yes 43 44 Command Set 12 RS Reset Yes No 13 SA Controller Number Yes No 14 SL Negative Software Limit Yes Yes 15 SM Save Memory Yes No 16 SR Positive Software Limit Yes Yes 17 ST Stop Motion Yes No 18 TE Tell Error No Yes 19 TP Tell Position No Yes 20 TS Controller Status No Yes 21 VA Velocity Yes Yes 22 VE Firmware version No Yes 23 VU Maximum Velocity Yes Yes Table 7 Summary Of Commands Table Command Set AC set acceleration IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxACnn or xxAC PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number nn float Acceleration value Range XX 0 to 255 0 to the maximum programmed value in nn AU command or xxAC to read current setting Units XX None nn Full Steps second Defaults XX missing None out of range one nn missing Error 38 Parameter missing outof Error 211 Maximum Acceleration range Exceeded Error 230 Command not allowed during motion This command is used to set the acceleration DESCRIPTION value for the actuator It s execution is EIG immediate However if there is motion in progress the command is ignored If the sign takes the
9. zx a Move View all Setup Status About EE ne Axis 1 mm 1 Figure 13 View all Tab Screen The Move tab enables the user to move the actuator There are three ways to move the actuator 1 Jog Jog is a mouse driven bar that moves the actuator with a specific speed proportional to the mouse location in both positive and negative directions as long as the mouse is clicked 2 Absolute Move Move to moves the actuator to the user specified position 3 Relative Move Increment moves the actuator by the user specified position increment 4 Home clicking on this button will initiate home search algorithm 39 40 Software NewStep Utility Figure 14 Move Tab Screen 5 Cycle NewStep Cycle Utility window opens up when the Cycle button is clicked Here the user can specify any two absolute positions between which the actuator has to be moved The dwell time between moves can be specified in milli seconds Clicking on Start Cycle button will initiate cycling of the actuator Clicking on Stop Cycling button will stop the actuator cycling Clicking on Exit button will return to the main application Software NewStep Cycle Utility 10000 f 2000 9611 r Figure 15 Cycle Utility Screen The Status tab enables the user to review hardware status of LEDs limit switches buttons encoders etc
10. 1 3 Manual Conventions The following conventions and standards will be used in this manual 1 3 1 Acronyms A word formed from the initial letters of a name for example Read Only Memory ROM In this manual acronyms will appear on the first occurrence and whenever necessary for clarification acronyms will be enclosed in parentheses following their definition 11 12 Safety Precautions 1 3 2 Keys Buttons and lcons Computer keyboard keys and onscreen buttons and icons are used in the text to describe many user operations The key top symbol as it appears on the keyboard the button or icon name is represented in boldface type For example Ctrl is used for the Control key 1 3 3 User Input Text that is reguired to be typed in will be shown in the boldface type courier new font as shown below DISKCOPY A B 1 3 4 The Display Text generated by the computer that appears on its display is presented in the typeface courier new font as shown below FORMAT complete 2 Features amp Specifications 2 1 Product Overview CAUTION Please note that NextStep Actuator and Controller are high precision instruments Please use proper care when handling or storing the instrument Newport s NewStep micrometer replacement actuator and controller is an ideal system for motorizing fine positioning stages and mounts in opto mechanical systems The NewStep family has been designed for hands off adjustment of hard
11. Deere Ave Irvine CA 92606 Email tech newport com istd service newport com Web Page http Awww newport com Support Technical_Help URL http www newport com Suppor Service and Returns Table amp Technical Customer Support Contacts 75 76 Maintenance and Service Contact Newport to obtain information about factory service Telephone contacts number s are provided on a Service Form Please have the following information available Equipment model number NSC100 NewStep Motion Controller or NSA12 Actuator Equipment Serial Number Problem Description document this by using the Service Form If the instrument is to be returned for repair the user will be given a Return Authorization Number that should be referenced in their shipping documentation Complete a copy of the Service Form as represented in sub section 9 5 and include it with your shipment Maintenance and Service 7 3 Service Form Newport Corporation U S A Office 800 222 6440 FAX 949 253 1479 Newport Name Return Authorization Please obtain RA prior to return of item Company Please obtain RA prior to return of item Address Date Country Phone Number P O Number FAX Number Item s Being Returned Model Serial Description Reason for return of goods please list any specific problems 77
12. be jogged in Forward or Reverse directions As the Knob position turns in one direction the jog velocity will increase in that direction There are seven jog speed settings for either direction of the Knob The Knob is spring loaded and the resting position corresponds to zero speed Operating NewStep Also the Knob is equipped with a push button that is used for changing the Operations Mode By pressing this switch the mode of operations changes between REMOTE power up default and LOCAL mode This switch is also used for Homing the actuator When this push button is pressed for longer than 5 seconds the Controller will initiate the Homing process in which the actuator will move toward the Hard limit Negative direction and home Zero Position before the Negative Hard Limit On the back the Parameter Reset Button is used for restoring factory default Controller Address The Controller Address is the number that the Computer software will use to communicate with a particular Controller on the RS485 bus The factory default Controller Address is 0 Below the Knob there are two side by side push buttons that are disabled for this version of the product 31 32 Operating NewStep This page is intentionally left blank 5 Software 5 1 Overview The Newport NewStep Utility Program provides access to a majority of NewStep Controller s functions and features such as changing controller configuration monitoring statu
13. increase in that direction There are seven jog speed settings for either direction of the Knob The Knob is spring loaded and the resting position corresponds to zero speed Also the Knob is equipped with a push button that is used for changing the Operations Mode By pressing this switch the mode of operation changes between REMOTE power up default and LOCAL mode This switch is also used for Homing the actuator When this push button is pressed for longer than 5 seconds the Controller will initiate the Homing process in which the actuator will move toward the Hard limit Negative direction and home Zero Position before the Negative Hard Limit On the back the Parameter Reset Button is used for restoring factory default Controller Address The Controller Address is the number that the Computer software will use to communicate with a particular Controller on the RS485 bus The factory default Controller Address is 0 Below the Knob there are two side by side push buttons that are disabled for this version of the product Operating NewStep 4 1 3 Single Actuator no Computer Interface minimal configuration Motion Controller 1 Le NSC100 Actuator 1 Fa NSA12 Power Supply NSC PS25 Power Cord pan 25 26 Operating NewStep 4 1 4 Single Actuator with Computer Interface Motion Controller 1 2 Ei NSC100 j Actuator 1 NSAT2 MT a RS485 Cable NSC CB
14. place of nn value this RETURNS command reports the current setting 45 46 Command Set REL AU _ set maximum acceleration and COMMANDS deceleration PA execute an absolute motion PR execute a relative motion VA set velocity EXAMPLE 21AC12 5 Set acceleration value to 12 5 for controller 21 21AC Read the acceleration value from controller 21 Command Set AU set maximum acceleration IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxAUnn or xxAU PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number nn float Acceleration value Range XX Oto 255 nn _ 0 to 500 or xxAU to read current setting Units XX None nn Full Steps second Defaults XX missing None out of range None nn missing Error 38 Parameter missing out of range Error 7 Parameter Out of Range Error 230 Command not allowed during motion This command is used to set the maximum acceleration value for the DESCRIPTION actuator It s execution is immediate However if there is motion in progress the command is ignored If the sign takes the place of nn value this command reports the RETURNS current setting oe AC set acceleration and deceleration COMMANDS PA execute an absolute motion PR execute a relative motion 47 48 Command Set VA set velocity EXAMPLE 21AU12 5 Set the maximum acceleration to 12 5 for controller
15. value REL COMMANDS MO Motor ON OFF EXAMPLE 41ST Stops the motion of the actuator on controller 41 67 68 Command Set TE read error code IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxTE PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number Range XX Oto 255 Units XX None Defaults XX missing None out of range None DESCRIPTION This command is used to read the error code RETURNS Error Code as described in table below REL COMMANDS none EXAMPLE 23TE Returns Error code Command Set Error Code Table Description Error Code No Errors 0 Driver Fault Open Load 1 Driver Fault thermal shut down 2 Driver Fault Short 3 Invalid Command 6 Parameter Out of Range 7 No Motor connected 8 Brown Out 10 Command Parameter Missing 38 Positive Hardware Limit Detected 24 Negative Hardware Limit Detected 25 Positive Software Limit Detected 26 Negative Software Limit Detected 27 Max Velocity Exceeded 210 Max Acceleration Exceeded 211 Motor Not Enabled 213 Switch to invalid axis 214 Homing Aborted 220 Parameter Change Not Allowed During Motion 226 69 70 Command Set TP read position IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxTP PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number Range XX Oto 255 Units XX None Defaults XX missing None out of r
16. 1 1m NSG GBS 3m _ R9232 to RS485 Converter n 7 NSC CB 489 232 Eat al mil To R523 Computer Port y m Mad m Power Supply NSC PS25 Operating NewStep 4 1 5 Two Actuators no Computer Interface Motion Controller 2 Motion Controller 1 NSC100 Actuator 2 NSC100 NSA12 are Actuator 1 gt NSA12 Power Cable NSC PSC1 1m gt NSC PSC3 3m Ed Power Cable NSC PSC1 1m NSC PSC3 3m BCH a Power Cord Power Supply Ef NSC PS25 27 28 Operating NewStep 4 1 6 Two Actuators with Computer Interface Motion Controller 2 NSC100 of Actuator 2 NSA12 Actuator 1 er NSA12 E J RS485 Cable EE NSC CB1 1m NSC CB3 3m Power Cable NSC PSC1 Im F iW NSC PSC3 3 TE 3m if il RS485 Junction Box 2 NSC JB 4 EET T 4 ME C RS232 to RS485 Converter Power Cable NSC PSC1 1m f ae NSC CB 485 232 al D BEd EE od To R 232 Computer Port _a Power Cord Power Supply 7 i 1 NSC PS25 Operating NewStep 4 1 7 Multiple Actuators with Computer Interface iy to DC Power Cable To NSC100 Motion Controllers DC Power To NSC100 Motion Controllers RS485 Interface lt To RS232 Computer Port R 232 to RS485 Converter aa 29 30 Operating NewStep 4 2 Operation Modes The Ne
17. 21 21AU Read the maximum acceleration value from controller 21 Command Set BA set backlash compensation IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxBAnn or xxBA PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number h int _ Backlash compensation value Range XX Oto 255 nn Oto 512 Units XX None nn Micro steps Defaults XX missing None out of range None an missing error 38 Parameter missing out of range error 7 Parameter out of range DESCRIPTION This commands sets the backlash compensation value If the sign takes the place of nn value this RETURNS command reports the current backlash setting value REL COMMANDS PA execute an absolute motion PR execute a relative motion EXAMPLE 25BA128 Sets the backlash compensation value to 128 for controller 25 25BA Reads back the backlash compensation value from controller 25 49 50 Command Set BZ restore EEPROM content to default IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxBZ PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number Range XX None Units XX None Defaults XX missing None out of range None DESCRIPTION This commands restores the default values for all the nonvolatile settings RETURNS REL COMMANDS EXAMPLE 25BZ Restores the default settings for controller 25
18. 32C configuration is fixed at 19200 bps 8 data bits no parity and 1 stop bit To prevent buffer overflow when data is transferred to the NewStep controller input buffer a CTS RTS hardware handshake protocol is implemented The host terminal can control transmission of characters from the controller by enabling the Request To Send RTS signal once the controller s Clear To Send CTS signal is ready Before sending any further characters the controller will wait for a CTS from the host As soon as its command buffer is full the controller de asserts CTS Then as memory becomes available because the controller reads and executes commands in its buffer it re asserts the CTS signal to the host terminal 2 3 Connection to Non Newport Controllers CAUTION Newport takes no responsibility for improper functioning or damage of an actuator when it is used with any non Newport controllers CAUTION Newport guarantees the CE compliance of the NewStep actuators only if they are used with Newport cables and controllers 15 16 Getting Started 2 4 Features Layout Velocity Enable Knob Status LED Mounting Screws Cable securing optional tab mounting location optional Figure 4 Features Layout View 2 5 Outside Dimensions Cable 2 6 65 75 Lock Nut 3 0 77 75 Figure 5 Outline Dimensions for NewStep Actuator Safety Precautions Figure 6 Outline Dimens
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20. C2 Cable power supply to NSC100 3 m length NSC CB3 RS 485 Cable 3 m length NSC CB 485 232 RS 232 to RS 485 Converter NSC JT RS 485 Junction box Table 4 Part Numbers 19 20 Getting Started This page is intentionally left blank 3 Getting Started 3 1 Unpacking and Handling It is recommended that the NewStep Actuator and Motion Controller be unpacked in your lab or work site rather than at the receiving dock Unpack the system carefully small parts and cables are included with the instrument Inspect the box carefully for loose parts before disposing of the packaging You are urged to save the packaging material in case you need to ship your equipment 3 2 Inspection for Damage NewStep Actuator and Motion Controller have been carefully packaged at the factory to minimize the possibility of damage during shipping Inspect the box for external signs of damage or mishandling Inspect the contents for damage If there is visible damage to the instrument upon receipt inform the shipping company and Newport Corporation immediately WARNING Do not attempt to operate this equipment if there is evidence of shipping damage or you suspect the unit is damaged Damaged equipment may present additional hazards to you Contact Newport technical support for advice before attempting to plug in and operate damaged equipment 3 3 Parts List The following is a list of parts included with the NewStep Ac
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22. IP USAGE SYNTAX xxMF PARAMETERS Description XX Lint Controller number nn int On off Range XX Oto 255 Units xx None Defaults Xx missing None out of range None DESCRIPTION This command will turn the motor off RETURNS This command has no return value REL COMMANDS ST Stop Motion EXAMPLE 43MF Turn motor actuator off for Controller 43 Command Set MO motor on IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxMO PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number Range XX Oto 255 Units XX None Defaults XX missing None out of range None DESCRIPTION This command will turn the motor ON RETURNS This command has no return value REL COMMANDS ST Stop Motion EXAMPLE 43MO Turn motor actuator ON for Controller 43 53 54 Command Set OR search for home IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxOR PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number Range XX Oto 255 Units XX None Defaults XX missing none out of range none DESCRIPTION This command will start the process of homing the actuator to its negative hard limit Once the actuator is homed the position is set to zero This command will return 1 if the actuator has been Homed and 0 RETURNS if it has not been Homed since the last power up REL COMMANDS ST Stop Motion EXAMPLE 350R Home t
23. SRnn or xxSR PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number nn int Positive software limit Range XX Oto 255 nn 60000 to 1200000 Units XX None nn Micro steps Defaults XX Missing None out of range None nn missing Error 37 Parameter Missing Error 7 Parameter Out of out of range Range Error 230 Command not allowed during motion DESCRIPTION This command will set the value of the negative software limits NOTE The value of positive software limit should be larger than the value of the Negative Software limit If the sign takes the place of nn value this command reports RETURNS the value of the Positive Software limit REL oe COMMANDS SL Negative Software Limit PA Absolute Move 65 66 Command Set PR Relative Move JA Jog EXAMPLE 72SR 100 Sets the value of Positive software limit to 100 for controller 72 725SR Reads back the value of the Positive Software Limit from controller 72 Command Set ST stop motion IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxST PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number Range XX Oto 255 Units XX None Defaults XX missing none out of range none DESCRIPTION f Lad ES This command stops a motion in progress using deceleration rate programmed with AC set deceleration command on the specified controller RETURNS This command has no return
24. ange None DESCRIPTION This command returns the position of the actuator in micro steps NOTE The controller operates in an open loop fashion and it returns the theoretical value of the position Therefore the actual actuator position may be different from the read back value RETURNS Position in micro steps REL a COMMANDS PA Absolute Position PR Relative Position JA Jog EXAMPLE 25TP Returns the position value of the Actuator on controller 25 Command Set TS controller status IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxTS PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number Range XX Oto 255 Units XX None Defaults XX missing None out of range None DESCRIPTION This command returns the controller status as following Motor ON amp Motion NOT In progress 81 Q Motor ON amp Motion In progress 80 P Motor OFF amp Motion NOT In progress 64 RETURNS Position in micro steps REL COMMANDS MO Motor ON MF Motor OFF TP Tell Position TE Tell Error EXAMPLE 25TS Returns the controller status for controller 25 71 72 Command Set VA set velocity IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxVAnn or xxVA PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number nn float Velocity Range XX
25. ber Range XX 0 to 255 Units XX a None Defaults XX missing none out of range none DESCRIPTION This command will reset the controller This command will soft reset the processor in the controller RETURNS This command has no return value REL Hane COMMANDS x EXAMPLE 31RS Reset Controller31 61 62 Command Set SA set controller address IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxSAnn PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number current nn Lint Controller number new Range XX Oto 255 nn Oto 255 Units XX None nn None Defaults XX missing none out of range none nn missing error 38 Parameter missing out of range error 7 Parameter out of range DESCRIPTION This command sets the Controller number RETURNS This command has no return value REL none COMMANDS EXAMPLE 0SA14 Sets the Controller number from 0 to 14 Command Set SL set left travel limit ad IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxSLnn or xxSL PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller Number nn int Negative Software limit Range XX Oto 255 nn 60000 to 1200000 Units XX None nn Micro steps Defaults XX Missing None out of range None nn missing Error 37 Parameter Missing out of range Error 7 Parameter Out of Range Error 230 Command not allowed during motion
26. definable string that will be shown next to the measurements Scaling is the scaling factor to convert the system units micro steps to user units NOTE The data identified in items 1 3 is not stored in the controller It is saved by the software in a file on the user s PC 4 10 11 Velocity is the actuator s slew velocity in user units per second Acceleration is the actuator travel acceleration in user units per second squared Travel Limit is the positive software travel limit in user units Travel Limit is the negative software travel limit in user units Max Velocity is the Maximum travel velocity in user units per second Max Acceleration is the Maximum travel acceleration in user units per second squared Home preset is the offset used for the Home position This value is not stored in the controller Instead it is used by the software as a virtual home position By default this value is equal to zero Backlash Value is the backlash compensation value in user units the backlash value is applied when change of direction is detected Press Update Settings button in order for any changes in settings to be sent to the controller Press Save settings button to save the new settings in the controller EEPROM memory Software The next tab is the View All tab In this screen all the active Controllers on the RS485 network are shown E rewstepueny EE J Axis 1 Controller a4
27. ed nn value in VU command or xxVA to read current setting Units XX None nn Full steps second Defaults XX missing none out of range none nn missing Error 37 Parameter Missing out of range Error 7 Parameter Out of Range Error 230 Command not allowed during motion DESCRIPTION This command set the value of MaximumVelocity in full step second RETURNS The value of Maximum Velocity in full steps second REL COMMANDS VA Maximum Velocity AC Acceleration AU Maximum Acceleration EXAMPLE 17VU200 Sets the Velocity for controller 17 to 200 full steps second 17VA Reads back the value of Velocity 7 1 Maintenance amp Service CAUTION There are no user serviceable parts inside the NewStep Actuator and Motion Controller Work performed by persons not authorized by Newport Corporation will void the warranty Enclosure Cleaning The NewStep Actuator and Motion Controller should only be cleaned with a soapy water solution Do not use an acetone or alcohol solution this will damage the finish of the enclosure 7 2 Technical Support This section contains information regarding factory service for the NewStep Actuators and Controllers The user should not attempt any maintenance or service of the equipment Any problem that cannot be resolved should be referred to Newport Corporation Telephone 1 800 222 6440 Fax 1 949 253 1479 Address Newport Corporation Service Department 1791
28. ent with Customer s right of use hereunder to obtain access to the Newport Programs and Related Materials These restrictions shall not apply to information 1 generally known to the public or obtainable from public sources 2 readily apparent from the keyboard operations visual display or output reports of the Programs 3 previously in the possession of Customer or subsequently developed or acquired without reliance on the Newport Programs or 4 approved by Newport for release without restriction Service Information This section contains information regarding factory service for the source The user should not attempt any maintenance or service of the system or optional equipment beyond the procedures outlined in this manual Any problem that cannot be resolved should be referred to Newport Corporation Preface Technical Support Contacts North America amp Asia Europe Newport Corporation Service Dept Newport MICRO CONTROLE S A 1791 Deere Ave Zone Industrielle Irvine CA 92606 45340 Beaune la Rolande FRANCE Telephone 949 253 1694 Telephone 33 02 38 40 51 56 Telephone 800 222 6440 x31694 Newport Corporation Calling Procedure If there are any defects in material or workmanship or a failure to meet specifications promptly notify Newport s Returns Department by calling 1 800 222 6440 or by visiting our website at www newport com returns within the warranty period to obtain a Return Material Authorization Numbe
29. he actuator on Controller 35 350R Return 1 or 0 if the actuator has been Homed or not Command Set PA move to absolute position IMM MIP USAGE SYNTAX xxPAnn or xxPA PARAMETERS Description XX int Controller number Nn int Position value Range XX Oto 255 nn 60000 to 120000 Units Micro steps Defaults XX Missing None out of range None nn missing Error 37 Parameter Missing out of range Error 7 Parameter Out of Range Error 213 Motor Off Error 230 Command not allowed during motion DESCRIPTION This command initiates an absolute motion When received a EET EG trapezoidal trajectory is generated with the predefined acceleration and velocity and the actuator will move to the absolute position specified by nn Note The command is not accepted while a motion is in progress If the sign takes the place of nn value this command reports the RETURNS last commanded position Which is the same as the value read back from TP the predefined Backlash value if there was a change of direction 55 56 Command Set REL COMMANDS AC set acceleration PR move to relative position ST stop motion VA set velocity EXAMPLE 12PA250 Move Actuator on controller 12 to absolute position 250 12PA Read back the last commanded position Command Set PH get hardware status
30. ications iese esse see see se se ee ee ee ee 18 Part Number EE EE EE EE a 19 LED Status Table iss sesse dees Re tendon ed Eed bek Ee SeSe ciel 24 LED Status Table ie oes RUE see De gese OR ees GERS Gee bes eg 30 Summary Of Commands Table iese sesse se se se ee ee 44 Technical Customer Support ContactS i iese esse esse ee ee ee 75 1 Safety Precautions 1 1 Definitions and Symbols The following terms and symbols are used in this documentation and also appear on NewStep Actuator and Controller where safety related issues occur 1 1 1 European Union CE Mark CE Figure 1 CE Symbol The presence of the CE symbol in or on Newport Corporation equipment means that it has been designed tested and certified as essentially complying with all applicable European Union CE regulations and recommendations SP Figure 2 CSA mark 1 1 2 CSA Mark The presence of the CSA mark indicates that it has been designed tested and certified as complying with all applicable U S and Canadian safety standards 10 Safety Precautions 1 1 3 Direct Current DC Figure 3 Direct Current Symbol This symbol indicates on the rating plate that the NewStep Actuator and Controller are suitable for direct current only 1 2 Warnings and Cautions The following are definitions of the Warnings Cautions and Notes that are used throughout this manual to call your attention to important information regarding your safety the safet
31. ime of sale for a period of one year from date of shipment If found to be defective during the warranty period the product will either be repaired or replaced at Newport s option To exercise this warranty write or call your local Newport office or representative or contact Newport headquarters in Irvine California You will be given prompt assistance and return instructions Send the product freight prepaid to the indicated service facility Repairs will be made and the instrument returned freight prepaid Repaired products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or 90 days whichever first occurs Limitation of Warranty The above warranties do not apply to products which have been repaired or modified without Newport s written approval or products subjected to unusual physical thermal or electrical stress improper installation misuse abuse accident or negligence in use storage transportation or handling This warranty also does not apply to fuses batteries or damage from battery leakage This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular use Newport Corporation shall not be liable for any indirect special or consequential damages resulting from the purchase or use of its products First printing 2003 2003 by Newport Corporation Irvine CA All rights reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced
32. ions for NewStep Controller 2 5 1 Technical Specifications NSA12 Actuator Specifications Size mm 30x65 Travel mm 11 Motor Stepper Open loop Motion sensitivity um 0 3 Repeatability um 0 6 Bi directional repeatability um 2 5 Max speed mm s 2 load dependent Load capacity N 18N minimum Limit switches Yes Remote control Yes Computer interface Yes Table 1 NSA12 Actuator Specifications 17 18 Getting Started NSC100 Controller Specifications Output Power Continuous current 0 4A 15VDC Output Voltage Maximum effective output voltage at continuous power 15V 0 4A Input Power Voltage 15V 45 Average Current continuous output rating 0 6A Peak Current continuous output rating 0 7A Table 2 NSC100 Controller Specifications System Environmental Specifications AC Input 100 240VAC 1 5A 50 60Hz 10 Operating Temperature 5 C to 40 C Operating Humidity lt 85 relative humidity non condensing Storage Temperature 0 60 C RH lt 85 non condensing Altitude lt 2000m 6562 feet Installation Category II Pollution Degree 2 Use Location Indoor use only Table 3 Environmental Specifications Safety Precautions 2 5 2 Part Numbers Part number Description NSA12 NewStep Actuator 12 mm travel NSC100 NewStep Motion controller NSC PS25 Universal power supply NSC PS
33. ity none Flow control Xon Xoff Terminator CR LF Figure 8 NewStep Util Opening Screen Choose Port Type For RS232 choose the appropriate Port for example Com and Press Enter Software After selecting the Port if the Program finds any Uninitialized Controllers Controller address equal to zero the Initialize Controller window will open The user then has to choose a valid controller address a non zero value that has not been assigned to other controllers NOTE When initializing only one Uninitialized Controller may be connected to the network at a time After specifying a Controller address and the Controller is initialized other Uninitialized Controllers may be connected one at a time and the Initialize Controller Window will open again every time itialize Controller Figure 9 Initializing Controller screen The program will ask if you want to initialize another Controller 35 36 Software Figure 10 Initializing another Controller dialog box After all Controllers are initialized Scan Controller window will open Select the range of controller numbers to scan for The maximum range is from 1 to 255 NOTE Note that the time taken to scan the bus is proportional to the maximum scan controller addresses selected Also if the check box in the bottom is checked the program will not scan the RS485 network the next time the program is started Scan Cont
34. mp Service 75 Enclosure Cleaning se SEE dees Eg ee as Seg ch ag eg EDS gee eds 75 Technical SUpport niin De Re Raia abet aed 75 SELPVICEPOMM es EG ae a eign ARE ee SR ae Salis 77 8 Preface List of Figures Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 CE symbol tigi eas Beil ete 9 CSA maks se ESE BERE alien Ge ER Po 9 Direct Current Symbol 10 Features Layout VIEW esse esse esse see ee ee ee Gee ee 16 Outline Dimensions for NewStep Actuator 16 Outline Dimensions for NewStep Controller 17 NewStep Util Software Icon eee se se se 34 NewStep Util Opening Screen eee see 34 Initializing Controller screen eee eee se se 35 Initializing another Controller dialog box 36 Scan Controllers screen cee see se se ee ee ee 36 Main SCreens ie ees os De eek ee Ve Ee E Ee ee 37 View all Tab Screen eee see see Se AG Se de 39 Move Tab Screen i e ee ee eke seeks Ge ese RE ee Ee 40 Cycle Utility Screen esse esse ee se ee ee ee 41 Status SCTECM sees e in iei eai iria EE ee 41 Software and Hardware Information Screen 42 List of Tables Table 1 Table 2 Table 3 Table 4 Table 5 Table 6 Table 7 Table 8 NSA12 Actuator Specifications ce see see se se ee ee ee 17 NSC100 Controller Specifications esse sesse se se ee ee ee 18 Environmental Specif
35. or copied without the prior written approval of Newport Corporation This manual has been provided for information only and product specifications are subject to change without notice Any change will be reflected in future printings Newport Corporation 1791 Deere Avenue Irvine CA 92606 USA Part No 40745 01 Rev A 4 Preface Confidentiality amp Proprietary Rights Reservation of Title The Newport programs and all materials furnished or produced in connection with them Related Materials contain trade secrets of Newport and are for use only in the manner expressly permitted Newport claims and reserves all rights and benefits afforded under law in the Programs provided by Newport Corporation Newport shall retain full ownership of Intellectual Property Rights in and to all development process align or assembly technologies developed and other derivative work that may be developed by Newport Customer shall not challenge or cause any third party to challenge the rights of Newport Preservation of Secrecy and Confidentiality and Restrictions to Access Customer shall protect the Newport Programs and Related Materials as trade secrets of Newport and shall devote its best efforts to ensure that all its personnel protect the Newport Programs as trade secrets of Newport Corporation Customer shall not at any time disclose Newport s trade secrets to any other person firm organization or employee that does not need consist
36. r RMA Return the product to Newport Corporation freight prepaid clearly marked with the RMA and we will either repair or replace it at our discretion Newport is not responsible for damage occurring in transit and is not obligated to accept products returned without an RMA E mail rma service newport com When calling Newport Corporation please provide the customer care representative with the following information Your Contact Information Serial number or original order number Description of problem i e hardware or software To help our Technical Support Representatives diagnose your problem Please note the following conditions Is the system used for manufacturing or research and development What was the state of the system right before the problem Have you seen this problem before If so how often Can the system continue to operate with this problem Or is the system non operational Can you identify anything that was different before this problem occurred 6 Preface Table of Contents EU Declaration of Conformity 00 0 sees see se ee es ee Ge Se Gee Ge Re Ge RA ee ee ee ee 2 MEGAN RE EE EE EE RE OE aes 3 Confidentiality amp Proprietary Rights ie esse sees see se ee Se ee Ge Ge ee SR RA Rd ee 4 Technical Support Contacts iS ER ER ESE SEER eg EE ge E ete 5 BEES doli EE OE EE N OE OE 8 Listof Tables n se Re ee RR eo Ee DE R A Ge Ee ines 8 1 Safety Precautions 9 1 1
37. rollers Figure 11 Scan Controllers screen Software Now the main screen will become available E NewStep Utility J Axis 1 Position E a4 Move View all Setup Status About text box Axis Description Axis 1 Measurement Units UM EE Scaling Afr 000000 UMistep Velocity 156 0000 UMis Acceleration 624 0000 UMis Travel Limit 11000000 UM Travel Lirnit J s000 00 UM Max Velocity 312 0000 UMis Max Acceleration 91248000 UMis Backlash Value 3 0 0000 UM Figure 12 Main screen The top portion of the main screen shows position information for the selected controller The position information can be shown in user defined units or micro steps by clicking on the button next to the position text box Also in the top portion the means to select a Controller with up down arrows is provided Users can provide custom identification names for their controllers NOTE Note that user can select one Controller at any given time to communicate to also the Stop Motion and Motor ON buttons correspond to the selected Controller 37 38 Software The main window has five tabs to choose from Move View All Setup Status and About The Setup tab shows information specific to the selected controller 1 Axis Description is an arbitrary description that user can define This is a convenient way for providing custom names to controllers Measurement units user units are a user
38. s and issuing move jog commands 5 2 Software Installation The Newport NewStep Utility Program NewStep Util is designed to run on any commercially available Penttum class desktop personal computer The computer should have a minimum of 64MB of RAM Newport recommends using Windows 98 Windows 2000 or NT To begin the installation process put the CD in your CD driver and double click on Setup exe The installation will give you the option of where to load the files or you can use the default settings 5 3 RS 232 Communication Requirements For instrument communication the instrument needs to be connected to the RS 232 COM Port of the user s PC via an RS232 RS485 converter The cable required is a DB9 Male Female Pass Thru cable The pin out is designed to interface directly with an IBM PC or compatible computer using a straight through cable The RS 232C configuration is fixed as follows Baud rate 19200bps Data bits 8 Stop bits 1 Parity NONE Flow control xON xOFF 33 34 Software 5 4 Using NewStep Util Figure 7 NewStep Util Software Icon NewStep Util provides control of the features available in the NewStep Controller After installation is complete reboot your PC and execute NewStep Util by double clicking on the newly created icon in Newport NewStep Controller folder Select Communication Port window will open Fixed parameters Baud Rate 19200 Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Par
39. to reach mirror mounts Such applications include hands off adjustment of hard to reach mirror mounts or adjustments of optical mounts that are sensitive to forces applied while twisting a knob For example optimizing the alignment of a laser cavity or adjusting the pointing of a beam over a long distance 2 2 Hardware Configuration The serial RS 485 communication interface on the NSC100 controller is accessed through RS485 toRS232 converter The pin out is designed so that you can plug RS485 to RS232 converter directly into PC s RS232 port See diagram next page 13 14 Getting Started f HARE DOU Motion Controller 1 PSA _NSC100 GEDY a i se Actuator 1 fr Pas NSAT2 2 pe se T q RS485 Cable ee ie NSC CB1 1m YS ee NSC GB3 3m _ R5232 to R 485 Converter l NSC CB 489 232 EJ a lt To RS23 Computer Port EA m Power Supply CI NSC PS25 Ji Power Cord F Cig NOTE NSC100 is designed so that user can manually control NSA12 NewStep actuator by adjusting velocity enable knob or remotely using PC s RS232 comport to control NSA12 NewStep actuator Safety Precautions 2 2 1 Communication Protocol The RS 232C interface must be properly configured on both devices communicating A correct setting is one that matches all parameters baud rate number of data bits number of stop bits parity type and handshake type for both devices The NewStep controller RS 2
40. tuator and Motion Controller unit 1 NewStep Actuator 2 NewStep Controller 21 22 Getting Started 3 Power cord Power supply 4 User s Manual If you are missing any hardware or have guestions about the hardware you have received please contact Newport 3 4 Choosing and Preparing Work Surface The NewStep Actuator and Motion Controller may be placed on any reasonably firm table or bench during operation 3 5 Electrical Requirements NewStep Actuator and Motion Controller use low noise linear AC DC power supplies to provide internal power The power supply is auto sensing for voltages ranging between 100 240VAC 1 5A at 50 60Hz Have a qualified electrician verify the wall socket that will be used is properly polarized and properly grounded 3 6 Operating Temperature NewStep Actuator and Motion Controller are designed for operation in a laboratory environment Recommended ambient operating temperatures are between 20 25 C Operation at higher or lower ambient temperatures for limited periods e g several hours will not cause any harm but may slightly reduce the performance 4 Operating NewStep CAUTION Before operating the NewStep Actuator and Motion Controller please adhere to cautions in Section1 4 1 Overview 4 1 1 Operation Modes The NewStep Controller has two major Modes of Operation REMOTE and LOCAL At power up the Controller will default into REMOTE Mode In REMOTE Moce the controller
41. wStep Controller has two major Modes of Operation REMOTE and LOCAL At power up the Controller will default into REMOTE Mode In REMOTE Mode the controller will respond to Computer Communications only and the Speed Adjustment Knob is disabled In the LOCAL mode the Speed Adjustment Knob is enabled and the Computer Communications is disabled The Three colored LED Yellow Green Red on the body of the NewStep Controller is used to indicate the mode of operation of the Controller Different colors in conjunction with blinking state represent different operating conditions of the NewStep Controller The LED Status Table summarizes the possible states for the LED A Solid Yellow indicates that the Controller is in REMOTE mode and only Computer Communications is active A Solid Green is indicative of the Controller being in LOCAL mode where only the Speed Adjustment Knob is active A Solid Red is seen whenever a motion related error is detected The motion related errors are Motor Not Connected and Hard or Soft Travel Limit detected errors Also a blinking Yellow is used when Firmware Download is in progress LED YELLOW GREEN RED Solid REMOTE Mode LOCAL Mode Error Condition Say REMOTE Mode LOCAL Mode j Blinking In Motion In Motion Firmware Download Table 6 LED Status Table 4 3 User Controls In the LOCAL operations Mode the controller responds to Speed Adjustment Knob Using the Knob the Actuator may
42. will respond to Computer Communications only and the Speed Adjustment Knob is disabled In the LOCAL mode the Speed Adjustment Knob is enabled and the Computer Communications is disabled The Three colored LED Yellow Green Red on the body of the NewStep Controller is used to indicate the mode of operation of the Controller Different colors in conjunction with blinking state represent different operating conditions of the NewStep Controller The LED Status Table summarizes the possible states for the LED A Solid Yellow indicates that the Controller is in REMOTE mode and only Computer Communications is active A Solid Green is indicative of the Controller being in LOCAL mode where only the Speed Adjustment Knob is active A Solid Red is seen whenever a motion related error is detected The motion related errors are Motor Not Connected and Hard or Soft Travel Limit detected errors Also a blinking Yellow is used when Firmware Download is in progress 23 24 Operating NewStep LED YELLOW GREEN RED Solid REMOTE Mode LOCAL Mode Error Condition REMOTE Mode LOCAL Mode Blinking In Motion In Motion Firmware Download Table 5 LED Status Table 4 1 2 User Controls In the LOCAL operations Mode the controller responds to the Knob Velocity Adjustment commands Using the Knob the Actuator may be jogged in Forward or Reverse directions As the Knob position turns in one direction the jog velocity will
43. y and preservation of your equipment or an important tip WARNING Situation has the potential to cause bodily harm or death CAUTION Situation has the potential to cause damage to property or equipment NOTE Additional information the user or operator should consider Safety Precautions 1 2 1 General Warnings Observe these general warnings when operating or servicing this equipment Read all warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions Do not use this equipment in or near water Only connect the power cord to a grounded power outlet Route power cords and other cables so they are not likely to be damaged Disconnect power before cleaning the equipment Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners use only a damp lint free cloth To avoid explosion do not operate this equipment in an explosive atmosphere 1 2 2 General Cautions Observe these cautions when operating or servicing this equipment e Use only the specified replacement parts Follow precautions for static sensitive devices when handling this equipment This product should only be powered as described in this manual There are no user serviceable parts inside the NewStep Unit If this equipment is used in a manner not specified within this manual the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired Do not position this equipment in a location that would make it difficult to disconnect the AC power cord
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