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K-Cube Position Aligner
Chapter 5 PC Operation - Tutorial .............................................................. 36
5.1 Introduction ........................................................................................... 36
5.2 Using the Kinesis Software ................................................................... 36
5.3 Building An Auto-alignment System - PC Operation ............................ 38
5.3.1 Introduction ...................................................................................................... 38
5.3.2 Wiring and Software Settings for Hub Operation ............................................. 39
5.3.3 Hub Mounting Options ..................................................................................... 42
5.3.4 Wiring and Software Settings - Off Hub Operation .......................................... 42
5.3.5 Basic Operation ............................................................................................... 44
5.3.6 Signs Of Instability ........................................................................................... 48
5.3.7 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 49
5.4 Setting Sequences ............................................................................... 49
5.5 Changing and Saving Parameter Settings ........................................... 49
Chapter 6 Software Reference .................................................................... 50
6.1 GUI Panel ............................................................................................. 50
6.2 Settings Panel ...................................................................................... 53
6.2.1 Persisting Settings to the Hardware ................................................................. 53
6.2.2 Control Settings Tab ........................................................................................ 54
6.2.3 Display Tab ...................................................................................................... 58
6.2.4 TriggerTab ....................................................................................................... 60
Appendices
Appendix A Connector Pinout Details ....................................................... 63
Appendix B PID Tutorial ............................................................................. 65
Appendix C Preventive Maintenance ......................................................... 66
Appendix D Specifications and Associated Parts .................................... 67
Appendix E Regulatory ................................................................................ 68
Appendix F Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts ................................................ 71
