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5
Getting Started
5.1
Set Up via SOMAG Mount Control App
Information regarding the usage of SOMAG Mount Control App can be found in the following document:
‘110080
-901-
08/XX SOMAG Mount Control App Manual’.
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The NSM 400
gain factor (see chapter ‘Settings 1’ in document ‘110080
-901-08/XX SOMAG
Mount Control App Manual’) is set by default to a relatively low level. Once the unit and the
payload are properly installed, the value can be increased to ensure the best performance of
the Stabilization Mount
5.2
Power Up / Initialization
It is necessary to check the cabling of the different components before switching on the device. All cables
need to be arranged and connected according to chapter 4.2.2.
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The NSM 400 moving area must not be obstructed by any other components, as otherwise the
device or the payload might receive irreparable damage.
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The Mount is switched ON as soon as the power supply is connected. Make sure that the de-
vice is properly secured / bolted to a stable and even surface before power is applied. It is
recommended to run the Mount without any payload for the first trials.
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During the initialization phase, avoid applying unnecessary force onto the payload and the
Mount, as it may disrupt the electronic test phase (ETP) and thus reduce stabilization perfor-
mance. A restart of the Mount recalibrates the device properly.
The following sequence will start once power is applied:
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The internal controller of the Mount starts up.
Mechanical Test Phase (MTP) / 2.5 s
–
10 s:
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During the
MTP
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the Mount checks its working height leveling position. When the working height is ok, no
adjustments (additional movements) are needed. However, it is possible that the Mount refills its hydraulic
cylinders with oil until it reaches the positive end stops. This movement only applies when the working
height is too low or too high by 1-3 mm. According to the different movements the total time for the MTP
varies.
Range Test Phase (RTP) / 2 s:
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The Mount fulfills a short movement in all axes to ensure functionality of them.
Electronic Test Phase (ETP) / 2.5 s:
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The device runs the electronic test phase (ETP) to check proper functionality of all sensors and electronic
components.
When the MTP, RTP and ETP are completed, the NSM 400 turns into its preset default mode (can be set up with
the SOMAG Mount Control App / see chapter 5.1).
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The total initialization process of the ethernet controller takes up to 60 s. Communication over the ethernet
interface will be enabled after this time frame.
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In ‘STAB’ mode, the Mount actively stabilizes the payload to ensure a level position.
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In ‘MAN’ mode, the automatic gyro stabilization is turned off.
