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HA0149T Rev 7 Feb 2015
Chapter 2
Operation and Maintenance
2.1
Initial Set Up
To ensure that a particular stage is driven properly by the system, a number of parameters
must first be set. These parameters relate to the physical characteristics of the stage being
driven (e.g. min and max positions, leadscrew pitch, homing direction etc.).
To assist in setting these parameters correctly, it is possible, using the APT Config utility,
to associate a specific stage type and axis with the motor controller channel. Once this
association has been made, suitable default parameter values are applied automatically
on boot up of the APT software.
To ensure correct operation, it is important to select the correct stage type for your
controller. If using a BSC20x series controller, select the appropriate ‘HS NanoMax’
option. If using a legacy BSC0xx or BSC10x controller, choose an option without the ‘HS’
prefix.
1) Shut down all applications using the APT s erver (e.g. APT User or y our own
custom application).
2) Run the APT Config utility - Start/All Programs/Thorlabs/APT Config/APT Config.
3) From the 'APT Configuration Utility' window, click the 'Stage' tab.
Fig. 2.1 APT Configuration Utility - Stage Tab
4) In the ‘Motor’ field, select the serial number of the stepper motor controller to be
configured (this number can be found on the rear panel of the controller unit).
