PI C-663 Short Instructions

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Digital Motor Controllers
MS242EK Short Instructions
C-663 / C-863 / C-867 / C-877 / C-884 / E-861 / E-871 / E-873
User Information
These short instructions contain an overview of the most important safety instructions and
handling instructions for installation and start-up of motor controllers with the above-mentioned
product codes.
Downloading and Reading the Manual
The actions during installation, start-up, operation, adapting the settings, and maintenance require
additional information from the manuals of the controller and/or the stage used.
Manuals may be titled as follows: „User Manual", „Technical Note".
Download the manuals from the website
1. Read the product code on the product (e.g., C-863.11).
2. Open the website www.pi.ws.
3. For password-protected manuals (CD in the scope of delivery of the product):
a. Insert the CD into a PC.
b. Read the user name and password in the Releasenews file in the \Manuals folder
on the CD.
c. Click Login.
d. Log in with the user name and password.
4. Click Search.
5. Enter the product code up to the period (e.g., C-863) into the search field.
6. Click Start search or press the Enter key.
7. If necessary: Click Load more downloads at the end of the list.
8. Click the corresponding product to open the product detail page.
9. Scroll down to the Downloads section.
The manuals are displayed under Documentation.
10. Click the desired manual and save it to the hard disk of your PC or to a data storage medium.
If you cannot find the manual you are looking for or if you have any questions: Contact our custo-
mer service department via info@pi.de.
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▪ ▪
The IP addresses and subnet masks

Start-Up

of the controller and PC or all other
network devices must be compatible
with each other (see manual).
The PIMikroMove PC software is recommended
✔
If available: You have set the DIP switches
for initial start-up. With PIMikroMove, you can
of the controller according to your applica-
temporarily or permanently adjust the settings
tion. A controller that is not an integral part
of the controller to the stage and start the first
of a daisy chain network must have address
motion.
1, if it is to be used in PIMikroMove.
CAUTION DIP switches
If a protective earth conductor is not or
not properly connected, touching the
controller can result in minor injuries
from electric shock in the case of a
malfunction.
X Connect the controller to a protec-
tive earth conductor before start-up.
Do not remove the protective earth
X
conductor during operation.
Address 1 2 3 4 5 ...
Observe the applicable standards
X
DIP 1 ON ON ON ON ON ... OFF
for the protective earth conductor
DIP 2 ON ON ON ON OFF ... OFF
connection.
DIP 3
ON ON OFF OFF ON ... OFF
Requirements
✔
You have read and understood the PIMi- DIP 4 ON OFF ON OFF ON ... OFF
kroMove manual and the general notes on
Baud rate 9600 19200 38400 115200
start-up. The software manuals are on the
DIP 5 ON ON OFF OFF
controller CD.
✔
DIP 6 ON OFF ON OFF
You have installed and updated the soft-
ware on the PC.

Switching the Controller On

✔
You have installed the stage and the
1. Connect the power cord of the power sup-
controller as they will be used in your
ply with the power socket.
application.
✔ 2. If necessary: Move the toggle switch of the
You have connected the protective earth
controller to the ❙ position.
conductor, stage, PC, and power supply to
Establishing Communication with
the controller.
✔
If you have connected the controller to the
PIMikroMove
network or PC via the TCP/IP interface:
1. Start PIMikroMove.
▪ ▪
Network with DHCP server: No ad-
The Start up controller window opens with
justment of the factory settings of the the Connect controller step.
interface parameters is necessary. If the Start up controller window does
X
▪ ▪ not open automatically, select the
Network without DHCP server or
Connections > New.... menu item in the
with direct connection (controller
main window.
connected directly to the Ethernet
connection of the PC):
▪ ▪
The start-up behavior of the con-
troller must be changed so that the
controller uses a static IP address (see
manual).
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Unsuitable servo-control parameter settings of
General Safety Instructions the controller can cause the stage to oscillate.
Oscillations can damage the stage and/or the
load affixed to it.
Intended Use
If the stage is oscillating (unusual operating
X
The controller is a laboratory device as defined
noise), immediately switch off the servo
by DIN EN 61010-1. It is intended for indoor use
mode or the controller.
and use in an environment that is free of dirt,
Only switch on the servo mode for the axis
X
oil, and lubricants.
on the controller after you have modified
In accordance with its design, the controller the servo-control parameter settings (see
is intended for the closed-loop operation of manual).
stages. In addition, it can read and process the If, due to a very high load, oscillations occur
X
reference point and limit switch signals from already during the reference move, follow
the instructions in the manual for the refe-
the stage connected.
rence move in „Troubleshooting".
The controller may only be used in compliance
with the technical specifications and instruc-
tions in this user manual. The user is responsi-
Installation
ble for process validation.
The controller may not be used for purposes

Installing the PC Software

other than those mentioned in the user manual.
The controller may only be installed, operated, Installing the PC software in Windows
1. Start the installation wizard by double-cli-
maintained, and cleaned by authorized and
appropriately qualified personnel. cking the PI_<product code>.CD_Setup.
exe file in the installation directory (main
Installation
directory of the CD).
Unsuitable cables can cause damage to the
The InstallShield Wizard window for the
controller and can affect the performance of
installation of programs and manuals for
the stage.
the controller opens.
Only use original PI parts to connect the
X
2. Follow the instructions on the screen.
stage to the controller.
3. If necessary: Update the PC software and
If you need longer cables, use extension
X
stage database using PIUpdateFinder (see
cables from PI.
manual).
Start-Up
Installing the PC software in Linux
The collision of a moving part at the end of the
1. Unpack the tar archive from the /linux
travel range, or with an obstacle, as well as high
directory of the product CD to a directory
accelerations, can cause damage to or consi-
on your PC.
derable wear on the stage.
2. Change to the directory where the tar
Avoid motion in open-loop operation
X archive was unpacked.
or stop the axes in time. Do not disable 3. As superuser (root rights), execute the
evaluation of the limit switches via the
./INSTALL script to start the installation.
parameter setting.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen.
5. If necessary: Update the PC software and
stage database (see manual).
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If the Select connected stages step is displayed
PIMikroMove: Connect controller
in the Start up controller window:
PIMikroMove: Select connected stages
1 Controller selection field
2 Tabs for interface and connection type
1 Stage database entries field
3 Interface parameters
2 Assign button
4 Connect button
3 Assign Type from ID Chip button
2. Select the appropriate controller in the con-
4 OK button
troller selection field (1).
1. Select the matching stage type.
3. Select the tab in the right side of the
a. Mark matching stage type in the Stage
16
window that corresponds to the interface
database entries (1) field.
and connection type of the controller (2).
b. Click Assign (2).
4. If necessary: Set the interface parameters
or
according to the controller (3).
Click Assign Type from ID Chip (3)
5. If necessary: Select the controller from the X
2. Confirm selection with OK (4) to load the
list (3).
parameter settings for the selected stage
6. Click the Connect (4) button to establish
type from the stage database.
communication.
3. In the Save all changes permanently?

Starting Motions

window select whether the settings of the
controller should be stored temporarily or
NOTICE
permanently:
Selecting an incorrect stage type in the
▪ ▪
PC software can cause damage to the Keep the changes temporarily: The
settings are reset when the controller is
stage.
Make sure that the stage type rebooted.
X
selected in the PC software matches ▪ ▪ Save all settings permanently on
the stage connected. controller: All settings are stored in the
permanent memory of the controller
When the Stage Type Configuration window
and are available after rebooting or for
opens:
use with other software.
Click the Yes, configure for ... button to
X
load the appropriate parameter set from
the stage database.
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Mounting the Controller Connecting the protective earth conductor
using threaded bolt
NOTICE
High temperatures can overheat the
controller.
Set up the controller with a distance
X
of at least 10 cm to the top and rear
panels and at least 5 cm to the sides.
If this is not possible, make sure that
the environment is cooled sufficient-
ly. 1 Threaded bolt
Ensure sufficient ventilation at the 2 Flat washer
X
place of installation.
3 Cable lug with protective earth conductor
Keep the ambient temperature at a
X 4 Safety washer
noncritical level (5-40 °C).
5 Nut
When the controller is to be used as a benchtop

Connecting the Stage

device:
Make sure that the controller is standing
X
NOTICE
safely and securely.
Connecting a stage with incompatible
If the controller is to be mounted:
drive type to the controller can cause
1. Make the necessary holes in the surface.
irreparable damage to the stage or
2. Affix the controller on each recess with a
controller. Even stages with mechanically
suitably sized screw.
compatible connectors can be electrically
Connecting the Controller to the incompatible with the controller.
Protective Earth Conductor Only connect stages to the controller
X
that have a compatible drive type.
If a protective earth connection is available
on the controller, it must be connected to the Requirements
✔
protective earth conductor. The controller is switched off.
✔
You have read and understood the user
Requirements
✔ manual of the stage.
The controller is switched off.
Tools and accessories
Tools and accessories
▪ ▪
▪ ▪ Stages with compatible drive type and
Suitable protective earth conductor:
connector
▪ ▪
Cable cross section ≥0.75 mm²
▪ ▪
If necessary: Compatible adapter from PI
▪ ▪
Contact resistance < 0.1 ohm at 25 A
▪ ▪
Optional: Suitable extension cable from PI
at all connection points relevant for
Connecting the stage
mounting the protective earth con-
1. Connect the motor connector of the stage
ductor
to the Motor socket of the controller.
▪ ▪
Mounting material for the protective earth
2. If necessary: Connect the sensor connector
conductor; is on the protective earth con-
of the stage to the Sensor panel plug of the
nection on delivery of the controller
controller.
▪ ▪
Suitable wrench
3. Use the integrated screws to secure the
Connecting the protective earth conductor
connections against accidental disconnec-
1. Fasten a suitable cable lug to the protective
tion.
earth conductor.
2. Affix the cable lug of the protective earth
conductor to the protective earth connecti-
on using the mounting material supplied.
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4. If necessary: Execute the reference move The main window of PIMikroMove opens.
for the axis in the Start up axes step so Start a few test motions of the axis.
X
that the controller knows the absolute axis a. Set the step size to a sensible value for
position. your test motion (Step size column, 1).
a. Click the corresponding button to start b. Click the arrow buttons (< and >, 2)
the reference move: to start motion in the corresponding
▪ ▪
Ref. switch: Reference move to the direction with the selected step size.
reference point switch
Depending on the drive type and the load,
▪ ▪
Neg. limit: Reference move to the
parameter changes may be necessary for fast,
negative physical limit of the travel
precision positioning (see manual).
range
▪ ▪
Pos. limit: Reference move to the po-
sitive physical limit of the travel range
b. If a message appears warning that the
servo mode is switched off: Click the
Switch on servo button to switch the
servo mode on (closed-loop operation).
c. After a successful reference move, click
OK > Close.
PIMikroMove: Main window
1 Step size field
2 Arrow buttons
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Connecting the PC

Connecting the power supply with adapter to
the controller
NOTICE
1. Connect the adapter (3) to the power
Connecting the USB and RS-232 inter-
supply connection (panel plug, 4) of the
faces of the controller to the PC at the
controller.
same time can damage the PC or the
2. Connect the barrel connector of the ad-
controller.
apter (2) to the barrel connector socket of
Connect either the USB or the RS-232
X the power supply (1).
interface to the PC. 3. Connect the power cord to the power
supply.
Requirements
✔
The PC is equipped with a vacant RS-232 or Controller with M8 panel plug
USB interface.
or
✔
An network access point is available for the
controller.
Tools and accessories
▪ ▪
Suitable cable, e.g.,
▪ ▪ Controller with Sub-D 2W2C panel plug
RS-232 null-modem cable
▪ ▪
USB cable
▪ ▪
Straight-through or crossover network
cable

Connecting to the USB interface

Connect the mini USB socket of the control-
X
ler and the USB interface of the PC with an
available USB cable.

Connecting to the RS-232 interface

1 Barrel connector of the power supply
1. Connect the RS-232 connector of the con-
2 Barrel connector of the adapter
troller to a vacant RS-232 interface of the
3 Connector (f) of the adapter
PC via the RS-232 null-modem cable.
4 Power supply connection of the controller
2. Use the integrated screws to secure the
connection against accidental disconnec-
Connecting the power supply without adapter
tion.
to the controller

Connecting to a network

Connect the power supply to the power
X
Connect the RJ-45 socket of the controller
X
supply connection of the controller.
to the network access point or PC via the
Connect the power cord to the power
X
network cable.
supply.
Connecting the Power Supply to the
Controller
Requirements
✔
The power cord is not connected to the
power socket.
Tools and accessories
▪ ▪
Power supply supplied or properly rated
power supply
▪ ▪
If necessary: Adapter supplied for the
power supply connection or properly rated
adapter
▪ ▪
Power cord supplied or properly rated
power cord
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