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Summarization of Contents
Introduction and Company Certification
Manual Overview
Describes the piezo amplifiers NPC & NPCSG and related products.
Newport Corporation Certification
Details the company's ISO 9001:2008 certification and quality management.
Package Contents and Piezo Usage Guidelines
Purchased Part Package
Lists all items included in the amplifier shipment.
Instructions for Piezo Elements and Power Supplies
Provides essential safety and handling instructions for piezo actuators.
Safety Instructions and Precautions
CE and RoHS Compliance Symbols
Explains CE Mark, WEEE, and RoHS symbols for product compliance.
Installation and Power Supply Safety
Details hazards and precautions related to electrical shock during installation.
General Installation Precautions
Covers ventilation, environmental conditions, and cable handling for safe installation.
Operation Safety Guidelines
Provides safety warnings and cautions applicable during the operation phase.
Maintenance, Environment, and Model Overview
Maintenance and Environmental Conditions
Guidelines for cleaning, inspection, and environmental parameters for the amplifier.
Overview of NPC Series Amplifiers
Introduces the NPC and NPCSG series voltage amplifiers and their models.
Glossary of Key Terms
Amplifier Feature Definitions
Defines key terms and features like Graphic Display, Encoder Knob, and operating modes.
User Interface and Amplifier Introduction
Front and Back Panel Layouts
Describes and illustrates the components and connections on the front and back panels.
General Amplifier Introduction
Provides a summary of the NPC3, NPC3SG, NPC120, and NPC120SG amplifier capabilities.
Amplifier Architecture and Operation Modes
Block Diagram and Feedback Control
Illustrates the block diagram and explains operation with integrated feedback controllers.
Amplifier Without Integrated Feedback
Explains the operation of amplifiers designed for systems without feedback sensors.
Amplifier Initiation Procedures
Main Supply Voltage Connection
Instructions for connecting the main 24VDC power supply to the amplifier.
Connecting the Piezo Actuator
Steps for safely connecting a piezo actuator to the amplifier unit.
Graphic Display Status Information
NPC3 and NPC3SG Display Status
Details the status information displayed for NPC3 and NPC3SG models.
NPC120 and NPC120SG Display Status
Describes the display status information for NPC120 and NPC120SG single-channel units.
Amplifier Handling and Control Methods
Manual Control via Encoder Knob
How to use the front panel encoder knob for manual adjustments.
Modulation Input Signal
Explains the use of the external modulation signal for amplifier control.
Monitor Output for SG Models
Describes the monitor output functionality for NPC3SG and NPC120SG models.
Interface Control and Monitor Outputs
Monitor Output for Non-SG Models
Details the monitor output for NPC3 and NPC120 models.
PC Interface Control Methods
Explains how to control the amplifier via RS232 or USB PC interface.
RS232 Configuration and Command Overview
RS232 Communication Settings
Specifies the necessary configuration settings for RS232 PC control.
Command List Overview
Provides a summary of available commands for controlling the amplifier.
Detailed Amplifier Commands
Setting Remote Control and Operation Modes
Explains commands for setting remote control and closed/open loop modes.
Setting Actuator Position and Values
Details commands for setting specific actuator positions and values.
Advanced Amplifier Commands and System Info
Measuring and Monitoring Commands
Covers commands for measuring values and switching monitor modes.
System Information and Soft Start
Explains commands for retrieving system versions, errors, and enabling soft start.
Display Control and Command Examples
Display Brightness Control
Instructions for adjusting the display brightness using the 'light' command.
Remote Control Command Sequences
Illustrates example command sequences for remote control of NPC3SG.
Encoder Calibration Procedures and Commands
Encoder Calibration Overview
Explains the process of calibrating the actuator encoder.
General Encoder Command Usage
Details commands for setting encoder modes and scanning intervals.
Special Encoder Commands
Encoder Acceleration and Step Size Settings
Describes special commands for encoder acceleration and step size settings.
Technical Specifications
Technical Data Summary
Presents a comprehensive table of technical specifications for the amplifiers.
Pin Assignments for Connectors
Actuator D-SUB 15pin Connector
Details the pinout and functionality of the 15-pin D-SUB actuator connector.
MOD/MON D-SUB 25pin Connector
Explains the pinout and use of the 25-pin D-SUB MOD/MON connector.
Communication Interface Pinouts
RS232 D-SUB 9pin Pinout
Shows the pin configuration for the RS232 9-pin D-SUB connector.
USB 1.1 Connector Pinout
Details the pinout for the USB 1.1 connector.
Main Supply Voltage Connector
Describes the pin layout for the main power supply input.
Troubleshooting and Error Handling
Error Code Reference
Lists and explains the various error codes that can be displayed by the amplifier.
Common Errors and Corrections
Provides solutions for frequently encountered operational errors and issues.
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