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2.1 NextMove ES features
NextMove ES is a high performance multi-axis intelligent controller for servo and stepper
motors.
NextMove ES features the Mint motion control language. Mint is a structured form of Basic,
custom designed for servo or stepper motion control applications. It allows you to get started
very quickly with simple motion control programs. In addition, Mint includes a wide range of
powerful commands for complex applications.
Standard features include:
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Control of 2 servo axes and 4 or 6 stepper axes (model dependent).
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Point to point moves, software cams and gearing.
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20 general purpose digital inputs, software configurable as level or edge triggered.
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12 general purpose digital outputs and 1 error output.
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2 differential analog inputs with 12-bit resolution.
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2 single-ended analog outputs with 12-bit resolution.
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USB serial port.
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RS232 or RS485 serial port (model dependent).
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CANopen or proprietary Baldor CAN protocol for communication with Mint controllers and
other third party devices.
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Programmable in Mint.
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