NV5256 Machine Control Router • User’s Guide
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2. Introduction
Installation
Summary
In general, a controlling machine must connect, through the router, to a controlled machine. That is
because Tx must connect to Rx and vice versa.
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In NV9000-SE Utilities, when you add the NV5256 router to your system, set ‘Signal Type’ to
‘Machine Control’. Also set both ‘Output Protect’ and ‘Output Lock’ to ‘In Server’.
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In NV9000-SE Utilities, when you configure a control panel, ‘semi-automatic’ is the preferred
setting for ‘XY data routing mode’. This is defined in the SE documentation:
“If the device to be acquired is already in use on the data level, alert the user
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but allow the
user to perform the route by pressing ‘Take’ a second time. If ‘Take’ is not pressed again,
the route is cancelled. If the device is not in use, the take occurs automatically. This is the
recommended mode.”
The alternatives are ‘fully automatic’ and ‘manual’.
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In NV9000-SE Utilities, you have the choice of making “source is master” the control panel
default or not.
Installation
The NV5256 is intended to mount in a standard 19-inch equipment rack. The frame is heavy
(approximately 100
lb, or 45
kg, fully loaded). Enlist the help of several persons during the mount-
ing process.
To help reduce weight, you can remove the power supplies and modules temporarily. Make note of
their location prior to removal. Do not drop or stack the modules.
To mount the equipment frame into a rack:
1 Swing the front door open all the way and then lift it up to remove it.
2 Lift the frame into the desired position within the rack. Have several helpers keep the frame in
position. Or use a jack.
3 Do not use the cards or other internal components as hand holds. Follow anti-static precautions
to protect the circuit boards. The handle on the bottom rear of the frame may be used for lifting
the frame.
4 Install rack screws into the 8 holes provided.
It is important to use all 8 screw holes.
5 Replace any assemblies (power supplies, circuit cards) that you removed and replace the front
door.
The front rack-mounting brackets include keyway openings to accept an optional lifting bar. If you
wish, you can obtain a lifting bar by contacting your sales representative or Miranda Technical Sup-
port.
