T-Cube Controller Hub - THORLABS TST101 User Manual

Chapter 2
to very quickly get up and running with complex move sequences in a short space of
time – for example all relevant operating parameters are set automatically for
Thorlabs stage/actuator products. Advanced custom motion control applications and
sequences are also possible using the extensive Microsoft® .Net programming
environment also supplied. This programming library is compatible with many
development tools such as LabView, Visual Basic, Visual C++, C++ Builder,
LabWindows/CVI, Matlab and Delphi.
For power, a compact multi-way power supply unit (TPS008) is available from
Thorlabs allowing up to 8 T-Cube Drivers to be powered from a single mains outlet.
This power supply unit is also designed to take up minimal space and can be mounted
to the optical table in close proximity to the driver units, connected via short power
leads. A single way wall plug supply (TPS001) is also available for powering a single
T-Cube Driver.
In the remainder of this handbook, operation of the unit is described for both front
panel and PC operation. Tutorial sections (Chapter 4 and Chapter 5) provide a good
initial understanding on using the unit and reference section (Chapter 6) covers all
operating modes and parameters in detail.

2.2 T-Cube Controller Hub

As a further level of convenience when using the T-Cube Controllers, Thorlabs also
offers the new T-Cube Controller Hub (TCH002). This product has been designed
specifically with multiple T-Cube operation in mind in order to simplify issues such as
cable management, power supply routing, multiple USB device communications and
different optical table mounting scenarios.
The T-Cube Controller Hub comprises a slim base-plate type carrier (375mm x 86mm
x 21.5mm, 14.75" x 3.4" x 0.85") with electrical connections located on the upper
surface to accept up to six T-Cubes.
Internally the Controller Hub contains a fully compliant USB 2.0 hub circuit to provide
communications for all six T-Cubes – a single USB connection to the Controller Hub
is all that is required for PC control. The Controller Hub also provides power
distribution for up to six T-Cubes, requiring only a single power connection (from a
separate supply unit TPS006 supplied by Thorlabs).
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