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Chapter 2: Quick Start
3. Select an available VME expansion slot and remove its expansion cover plate.
4. The default memory location of the DSPpro-VME is 0xFFFF0300. If you need to change
this, refer to section 4.2, “Installing the DSPpro-VME.”
5. Insert the DSPpro-VME in the VME bus and firmly press the card into place until the card
is properly seated and locked into place.
6. Connect
the
Console
port on the DSPpro-VME to a serial port (e.g. COM1) of the host
computer using a
null modem cable
(available from MEI as accessory cable CBL-D9
CONSOLE).
For detailed hardware installation instructions, please see section 4.2.
DSPpro-Serial
The DSPpro-Serial is a standalone controller that communicates with a host computer using an
RS-232 serial port. The following instructions describe how to setup the DSPpro-Serial for
application development. After application development, the DSPpro-Serial can operate
independent of the host computer.
1. Open the shipping container and carefully remove its contents.
2. Turn off the host computer.
3. Connect
the
Console
port on the DSPpro-Serial to a serial port (e.g. COM1) of the host
computer using a
null modem cable
(available from MEI as accessory cable CBL-D9
CONSOLE).
4. Connect your 24 VDC power lines to the screw-terminal connector which plugs in to the
power port of the DSPpro-Serial. Be sure to observe proper polarity.
For detailed hardware installation instructions, please see
s
ection 4.3, “Installing the DSPpro-
Serial.”
2.1.2 Software Installation
DSPpro motion controllers are available with software support packages for many popular
operating systems including DOS, Windows 3.x, Windows95, and Windows NT. Limited
support for other development environments is also available. Contact your MEI representative
for more information.
Refer to the release notes which accompany your software support package for information on
installing the software distribution.
2.1.3 Connections & Wiring
After installing the controller and software, you are ready to wire your system. Since your
specific configuration may vary, below are general guidelines for wiring your system. Before
beginning, make sure all drives are turned off.
1. Connect drives to motors (consult your drive documentation for connection details).
2. Connect the DSPpro to the drive.
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