8| 3.0 Initial Setup
with another Scientifica motorised device, it may have been configured
to operate both devices from one rack. When a rack is configured with
two control cards it can either be connected with one user interface
switchable between either card or two user interfaces, one for each
card.
Note: Control racks are pre-configured for use with the supplied
device and controller. Changing the connected devices will
require reconfiguration of the control rack. If you need to alter
your setup, please contact Scientifica.
3.3.2 Connecting the IVM to the control rack and user interface
Caution: Never plug or unplug any connections with the
controller rack power switched on.
1. Connect the IVM manipulator RJ45 connector (red) to the
breakout box provided ensuring that the colour of the connector
corresponds with the colour of the reference dot on the breakout
box.
2. Connect the breakout box to the 1U controller rack using the 25
way D-type parallel cable provided.
3. Connect the PatchPad user interface to the 1U controller rack
using the 15 way cable provided.
4. Connect the mains power cord to the rack and mains power
outlet.
5. Turn the controller rack on using the power switch located on the
front of the rack. The Scientifica logo should now be illuminated
to indicate ‘power on’ status.
By setting up the manipulator as described in steps 1-5 above, it is
possible to operate the manipulator directly using the supplied user
interface. Should your instrument fail to operate following setup please
contact Scientifica Ltd. for further advice.