Model 8742 Picomotor™ Controller / Driver
Quick Start Guide
Package Contents:
This package contains the following components:
Model 8742 includes (1) Controller and (1) USB Flash Drive
Model 8742-4-KIT includes (1) Controller (1) USB Flash Drive, (1) Power Supply, and (1) USB Cable
Model 8742-8-KIT and 8742-12-KIT includes (2 or 3) Controllers (1) USB Flash Drive, (1) Power
Supply, (1) USB Cable, (1 or 2) DC Power Cables, (1 or 2) RS-485 Jumper Cables, and (1 or 2)
Stacking Plate Kits (see chart on page 13)
This Quick Start Guide
Getting Started:
Before operating this device, refer to the Model 8742 User’s Manual, starting with the section on Safety
Precautions. The complete User’s Manual is available in electronic format (PDF file). It is included in this
product’s USB flash drive, and is automatically installed on your computer’s hard drive during software
installation. Additionally, the latest version of the User’s Manual can be found at www.Newport.com on
the product’s web page.
Safety:
The Model 8742 User’s Manual contains numerous safety warnings and cautions. The user must read it
prior to applying power to the Model 8742 Picomotor™ Controller / Driver.
Voltages of up to 130 V are accessible inside the Controller and Picomotors™ devices. DO NOT operate
with the Controller cover removed. If the wire of a Picomotor™ is damaged, discontinue use and return it
for repair. If the device is used in a manner not specified by New Focus, the protection provided by the
device may be impaired.
Power should not be applied to either item by unqualified or untrained personnel.
Software Information:
The root folder of the USB flash drive contains a ReadMe.PDF file and the setup program to install the
software. To install the USB driver and software, double-click on
SETUP.EXE
file.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. For more information refer to the
8742’s ReadMe.PDF
file contained on the USB flash drive.
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