Step 2. Install Jumpers on the DMC-40x0
The following jumpers are located in a rectangular cut-out near the power and error lights on the communication
board. See A9 – CMB-41012 (-C012), pg 255 or A10 – CMB-41022 (-C022), pg 259 for clarification, depending on
the communication board ordered.
Motor Off Jumper
It is recommended to use the MO jumper when connecting motors for the first time. With a jumper installed at the
MO location, the controller will boot-up in the “motor off” state, where the amplifier enable signals are toggled to
“inhibit/disable”.
RS232 Baud Rate Jumpers
If using the RS232 port for communication, the baud rate is set via jumpers. To set the baud rate, use the jumper
settings as found in Baud Rate Selection, pg 52.
Master Reset and Upgrade Jumpers
Jumpers labeled MRST and UPGD are the Master Reset and Upgrade jumpers, respectively.
When the MRST pins are jumpered, the controller will perform a master reset upon a power cycle, the reset input
pulled down, or a push-button reset. Whenever the controller has a master reset, all programs, arrays, variables,
and motion control parameters stored in EEPROM will be erased and restored back to factory default settings.
The UPGD jumper enables the user to unconditionally update the controller’s firmware. This jumper should not be
used without first consulting Galil.
Step 3. Install the Communications Software
After applying power to the controller, a PC is used for programming. Galil's development software enables
communication between the controller and the host device. The most recent copy of Galil's development software
can be found here:
http://www.galilmc.com/support/software-downloads.php
Step 4. Power the Controller
WARNING
Dangerous voltages, current, temperatures and energy levels exist in this product and the
associated amplifiers and servo motor(s). Extreme caution should be exercised in the
application of this equipment. Only qualified individuals should attempt to install, set up
and operate this equipment. Never open the controller box when DC power is applied
If the controller was ordered with Galil's internal amplifiers, power to the controller and amplifier is typically
supplied through the amplifier's power connector. If the controller is ordered without internal amplifiers, the
power will come through a 2-pin connector on the side of the controller. See Power Connections, pg 12 for the
location of the power connections of the DMC-40x0. For pin-outs and a list of connectors to make a power cable,
see Power Connector Part Numbers, pg 192.
Different options may effect which connections and what bus voltages are appropriate. If using an internal
amplifier, the ISCNTL – Isolate Controller Power, pg 186 option will require multiple connections, one to power the
controller board and another to power the amplifiers. If using two banks of amplifiers the ISAMP – Isolation of
power between each AMP amplifier, pg 190 option will require that the amplifiers are powered independently.
Table 2.5 below shows which power connectors are and required for powering the system based upon the options
ordered. “X” designates a connection, these connectors are only populated if required.
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