G&L MMC-A2, Hardware Manual

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Introduction to the Standalone MMC
G & L Motion Control Inc. MMC Hardware Manual 1
1 Introduction to the Standalone MMC
1.1 Overview
The Standalone Machine and Motion Control (MMC) product line consists
of three distinct products:
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The Standalone MMC Control, which is available in two configu-
rations to control:
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Analog Interfaced drives (such as the Analog Interfaced
MMC-SD) via a +10V analog output.
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SERCOS Interfaced drives.
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The Standalone Digital MMC Control, which controls Digital
Interfaced drives (such as the Digital MMC-SD) via a digital con-
nection (Digital Link).
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MMC Option Modules, which provide various added functional-
ity to the Standalone MMC Control and the Standalone Digital
MMC Control.
Unless otherwise noted, all of the information in this manual applies to both
the Standalone MMC Control and the Standalone Digital MMC Control.
1.2 Contents of This Manual
This manual includes the following major topics:
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Information to safely operate and maintain the equipment in a
safe manner.
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User responsibilities for product acceptance and storage.
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Power and environmental information for general power, control
cabinet, grounding, heat control and handling.
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Procedures for mounting, wiring, and connecting the MMC Con-
trol.
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The function, location, and signal descriptions of connectors on
the MMC Control.
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Physical, electrical, environmental and functional specifications/
dimensions.
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Description of the minimal maintenance necessary.
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A troubleshooting chart of potential problems and possible solu-
tions.