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CHAPTER 4 -

Hardware Reference and Specifications

This section contains information on the MicroScribe™ G2 hardware. Further information is
contained in the MicroScribe SDK, which is available to developers on the Immersion web site.

This section details all of the physical connections on the outside of the MicroScribe G2 and
provides general specifications for the MicroScribe G2 System.

Connection Pin Assignments

In this section, all the pin assignments for external connectors on the Immersion MicroScribe G2
are presented.

WARNINGS:

Be sure to use only the appropriate connector with each port. Any incorrect device

attached or otherwise improper use of external connections voids the warranty.

Never make connections while the MicroScribe G2 power switch is in the on position.

The following connectors are found on the rear panel of the MicroScribe G2:

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Serial Port

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Digital Accessory Port

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Power Port

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Summary of Contents for MicroScribe G2

Page 1: ...croScribes it is possible to twist the stylus in the home position 11 Moving the MicroScribe Around your Home or Office 12 Figure 6 The proper way to carry a MicroScribe 12 System Connections 13 Figur...

Page 2: ...ce and flexibility The MicroScribe G2LX combines a larger workspace and increased accuracy Technical Overview The MicroScribe G2 communicates with a host computer through a standard USB port or RS 232...

Page 3: ...on is a fast and easy way to test basic connection settings for your G2 MUS can also be used with 3 rd party software applications that do not have native MicroScribe support or a digitizing plug in a...

Page 4: ...to MicroScribe Anatomy This chapter provides all of the information you will need to connect and begin using the MicroScribe G2 Please read this section before unpacking your system to make sure that...

Page 5: ...omponents and should be located immediately above or below the top protective sheet of foam UNPACKING and ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 1 Remove the top protective sheet of foam revealing all of the contents of...

Page 6: ...the direction opposite to the hard stop until the stylus can be inserted On G2L and G2LX models it is possible to place the stylus in its holder with the wrist roll joint 180 degrees out of proper al...

Page 7: ...autions when carrying it around your home or office The stylus tip is sharp and can be dangerous if not held still during transport Always pick up the MicroScribe by the base to prevent damage to the...

Page 8: ...Scribe s Accessory port 2 By default the MicroScribe will draw power from the host computer via the USB cable in which case there is no need to plug in the separate power supply Alternatively power ca...

Page 9: ...ter is booted up the MicroScribe must be homed by pressing the Home button on the back of the base Before pressing the Home button ensure the MicroScribe is in the home position The LED Signal on Base...

Page 10: ...amage the system In other words the bolt length should be the thickness of the surface you are mounting to plus up to 1 25 cm to attach to the MicroScribe Do NOT bolt the MicroScribe down to an electr...

Page 11: ...s completely and firmly seated in the stylus holder The counterweight is pressed up against the bottom of the stylus holder See Figure 9 for details Each time the Home button is pressed the MicroScrib...

Page 12: ...the direction the elbow points The default Y axis runs perpendicular to the shoulder upright with positive Y extending straight out from the face front of the tombstone The Z axis is up from the desk...

Page 13: ...Physical shock particularly to any of the three instrumented joints or the shafts joining them Allow for proper air circulation for cooling around the device We recommend an air gap of at least 3 inch...

Page 14: ...ng section in this chapter If you cannot determine and correct the source of your problems call Immersion Corp technical support or contact your reseller To reach our technical support staff call Imme...

Page 15: ...croScribe Improperly connected serial or USB cables Check that an appropriate serial or USB cable is in use and that it is attached securely to both the computer and the MicroScribe and the MicroScrib...

Page 16: ...l MicroScribe initial configuration procedures in Chapter 2 0 of this manual Mis configured software Please check with the software documentation provider to ensure proper use Incorrect stylus tip If...

Page 17: ...cations for the MicroScribe G2 System Connection Pin Assignments In this section all the pin assignments for external connectors on the Immersion MicroScribe G2 are presented WARNINGS Be sure to use o...

Page 18: ...Not connected 8 NC Not connected Digital Accessory Port Mini DIN 6 type connector Use only with Immersion Corp approved pedal digital input device Pin Number Pedal Port Signal Name Signal Description...

Page 19: ...012 0 30 mm mean value Reach of Digitizing Arm 25 50 diameter Models G2 and G2X 33 66 diameter Model G2L and G2LX Footprint Size 6 x 6 Interface RS 232C USB 1 1 RS 232C Baud Rate Up to 115 Kbps Butto...

Page 20: ...stom tips 15 customer service 8 D default coordinate system 17 Device State 14 Digitizing Arm 9 E elbow 10 F Foot Pedal 8 Footprint Size 25 FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW 7 G Getting Started 9 H Hand Switch 8 Ha...

Page 21: ...erial port 7 S Serial Cable 8 Serial cables 13 serial ports 7 Service and Techincal Support web site 20 Service and Technical Support 20 e mail address 20 phone number 20 Shoulder Upright 9 software 8...

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