YASKAWA MP210 Series User Manual page 22

1 Overview
1.1.1 MP2100 Features
1.1 MP2100 Overview
1.1.1 MP2100 Features
The MP2100 is a Machine Controller with complete sequence control and motion control functionality integrated
into a half-size PCI Board. Just install the MP2100 in a personal computer to provide high-speed communication
with the servo drive, automatic setup, and full system support from design to maintenance.
(1) Reduced Size
The PCI bus and half-size configuration make the MP2100 compatible with almost any personal computer.
The size has been reduced to one fourth of that of the MP910.
(2) Powerful Computer Motion Functions
A large library with 50 motion API (software interface) is provided in programming languages such as C.
This is a valuable resource when creating host computer applications.
(3) High Performance
• Control characteristics have been improved by increasing the CPU and Motion Network (MECHA-
TROLINK-II) speed.
MECHATROLINK-II baud rate: 2.5 times faster
• MECHATROLINK-II enables position control, speed control, and torque control and makes precise syn-
chronous control possible. The control mode can also be changed while online, facilitating complicated
machine operations.
(4) Easy to Use
• The time required to start the machine can be greatly reduced by using the self-configuration function that
automatically detects devices connected to MECHATROLINK-II and automatically sets the required
parameters.
• The Application Converter can use your previous software assets with their accumulated databanks of
specific knowledge to improve the system further.
(5) Expandability
Up to four MP2100 Boards can be installed in one host computer. Each MP2100 can control up to 21 stations,
including 16 servo axes and I/O devices. A single host computer with four MP2100 Boards can thus control up to
84 stations, including 64 servo axes and I/O devices.
(6) Addition of a High-speed Version
The MP2101 has been added as a high-speed version of the MP2100.
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