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LNR502E Encoded Long Travel, Linear Stage with Stepper Motor Actuator
Chapter 6 Operating Legacy Units
BSC20x units with firmware earlier than version 3.0.6 handle the encoder functionality in a different way to later units. This is
described in the following sections.
6.1 Using Legacy Units with APT Software
1) Install the electronic hardware and connect the modules to the relevant axes of the associated stages (see the handbooks
for the associated controller).
2) For each Stepper Motor Controller in your system, fit the interlock plug (supplied) to the MOTOR CONTROL connector on
the rear panel.
3) Shut down all applications using the APT server (e.g. APT User or your own custom application).
4) Run the APT Config utility - Start/All Programs/Thorlabs/APT Config/APT Config.
5) From the 'APT Configuration Utility' window, click the 'Stage' tab.
Fig. 6.1 APT Configuration Utility - Stage Tab
6) In the ‘Motor’ field, select the serial number of the stepper motor controller to be configured (this number can be found on
the rear panel of the controller unit).
7) In the ‘Stage’ field, select the type of stage 17DRV014Enc LNR 50mm Click the 'Add/Change Stage Association' button.
8) A default configuration is set at the factory and stored in the non-volatile memory of the motor controller. The server reads
in the stage and controller information on start up. Refer to the handbook for the associated controller for more information
on driving the actuator/stage.
6.2 Encoder Operation
6.2.1 Selecting Encoder Support
When an encoded stage type has been associated with a motor channel (see Section 4.3.), encoder feedback support (both
GUI and programmable interfaces) is enabled in the corresponding Motor ActiveX Control.
Note
To ensure correct operation, it is important to select the correct stage and axis type
as described above. Selecting an incompatible stage/axis type could result in
reduced velocity and resolution.