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8.1.2 Router Connection
When using a network router to connect the Apollo III to the control there is no special network setup required.
The router will take care of the IP assignments.
Control
Control
8.2 Apollo III Software Installation
8.2.1 Installing Apollo III Plugin and Firmware
The plugin and firmware manage the communication and operation of the Apollo III.
Once the files are downloaded on the control, put them in the locations specified below.
File Type
Plugin
Firmware
Note: If the file location for the firmware does not exist, create the folders.
8.2.2 Installing VSI Manager
The VSI manager interfaces with the Apollo III motion controller for updating firmware and managing the
connection. To install the manager go to the Downloads page at MachMotion.com. Run the installation program
using the default options.
To download the firmware to the Apollo III, follow the procedure below:
1. Open the VSI Device Manager program.
2. Click on the [Scan Network] button.
Router
Router
FIGURE 50 NETWORK CONNECTION THROUGH A ROUTER
File Name
M3HiCON.dll
HiCONfw-X.XX.bin
TABLE 9 APOLLO III FILES AND LOCATIONS
Apollo III Using Mach3
Apollo III
Location
C:\Mach3\PlugIns
C:\Mach3\MotionControllers\Apollo III
Internet
Internet
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