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deceleration variables and instructions will be affected by this variable.
P a r t y M o d e
MicroLYNX mode of operation in which two or more MicroLYNX are net-
worked via RS-485. Each MicroLYNX node has an address specified by using
the "DN" instruction. This address must preceed the messages intended for a
specific node. The default address is the exclamation point character "!".
P r o g r a m M o d e
MicroLYNX mode of operation where program entry is accomplished.
U s e r U n i t
See the definition for munits.
V a r i a b l e
LYNX software component that acts as a register to contain numeric informa-
tion. May be used to effect events in or out of a program. The programmer is
required to declare user-defined variables.
S h o p p i n g L i s t
This book contains several exercises designed to aquaint you with the
MicroLYNX. Performing these exercises while reading this guide will help you
learn quickly. There are a few items that you will need to purchase in addition to
the MicroLYNX System in order to duplicate these exercises.
*Power supply and motor may come already equipped.
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An Unregulated Power Supply [Section 2].
Power Cabling [Section 2].
AC Line Cord* [Section 2].
Stepping Motor [Section 3].
Motor Cabling* [Section 3].
Communications Cable [Section 4].
IBM compatible 486 or higher PC w/free COM Port run-
ning a 32 bit Windows version (95/98, NT 4.0 or 2000).
NOTE: This is only required if you are going to use the IMS
LYNX Terminal to communicate with and program your
MicroLYNX. If not, any platform or OS can be used with its
native terminal and text editor [Section 4].
Six (6) LED's: Digikey PN 160-1049-ND (has built-in current
limiting resistors) or equivalent [Section 8].
Three (3) push button momentary switches [Section 8].
+5 to +24VDC supply (9V battery will work) [Section 8].
Small Standard Screwdriver.
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