Vansco VMM3120, User Manual

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User Guide 5
Quick Start
This section provides step-by-step instructions on how to connect the VMM3120
multiplexing module to a development system, install the required software tools,
and download the application software.
2.1. Overview
The following is a high-level overview of the steps involved with this section:
1. Gather the required materials.
2. Install the required software tools provided by Parker Vansco.
3. Connect the VMM3120 to a development system (desktop) and power it up.
4. Download application software.
2.2. Gather Required Materials
The following materials are required for the procedures in this section:
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VMM3120 multiplexing module
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personal computer (PC)
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controller I/O board
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controller I/O harness (connects the VMM3120 to the controller I/O board)
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evaluation kit power harness (connects the controller I/O board to the power
supply)
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Data Link Adapter (DLA) kit (comes with cables needed for connecting the
DLA to your PC and to the rest of the system)
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desktop power supply compatible with the VMM3120 and controller I/O
board loads (a 12 V DC, 3 A fixed voltage supply is generally suitable, unless
driving more significant loads)
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procurement drawing for the version of VMM3120 you are using, indicating
the configuration options for your variant of the product.
2. Quick Start