Step 2. Install Jumpers On The Dmc-18X2; Step 3. Install The Communications Software; Step 4. Install The Dmc-18X2 In The Pc - Galil Motion Control DMC-18 2 Series User Manual

Step 2. Install Jumpers on the DMC-18x2

Master Reset and Upgrade Jumpers
JP6 contains two jumpers, MRST and UPGRD. The MRST jumper is the Master Reset jumper. When
MRST is connected, the controller will perform a master reset upon PC power up or upon the reset
input going low. Whenever the controller has a master reset, all programs, arrays, variables, and
motion control parameters stored in EEPROM will be ERASED.
The UPGRD jumper enables the user to unconditionally update the controller's firmware. This jumper
is not necessary for firmware updates when the controller is operating normally, but may be necessary
in cases of corrupted EEPROM. EEPROM corruption should never occur, however, it is possible if
there is a power fault during a firmware update. If EEPROM corruption occurs, your controller may
not operate properly. In this case, install the UPGRD Jumper and use the update firmware function on
the Galil Terminal to re-load the system firmware.
Stepper Motor Jumpers
For each axis that will be used for stepper motor operation, the corresponding stepper mode (SM)
jumper must be connected. The stepper mode jumpers, labeled JP2, are located directly beside the GL-
1800 IC (this is the largest IC on the board - see the diagram of the DMC-18x2). The individual
jumpers are labeled SMX, SMY, SMZ, and SMW and configure the controller for 'Stepper Motors' for
the corresponding X, Y, Z and W axes when installed. The jumper labeled, OPT, is for use by Galil
technicians only.

Step 3. Install the Communications Software

Before installing the DMC-18x2 controller in the PC, Galil communications software and drivers
should be loaded. Installing the Galil software prior to installing the card will allow most operating
system to automatically install the controller into both the Windows and Galil registries.
Using Win98SE, ME, NT4.0, 2000, and XP
Install the Galil Software Products CD-ROM into your CD drive. A Galil .htm page should
automatically appear with links to the software products. Select "DMC-Smart Terminal", and click
"Install..." Follow the installation procedure as outlined.
Using DOS:
Using the Galil Software CD-ROM, go to
instructions.
Note: Galil software is also available for download at: http://www.galilmc.com/support/download.html

Step 4. Install the DMC-18x2 in the PC

The DMC-18x2 is installed directly into the PCI expansion bus. The procedure is outlined below.
Step A. Make sure the PC is in the power-off condition.
Step B. Remove unit cover.
Step C. Remove the metal plate covering the expansion bus slot where the DMC-18x2 will be
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inserted.
www.galilmc.com/support/download2.html and follow the
DMC-18x2