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THORLABS TST101 User Manual (72 pages)

T-Cube Stepper Motor Controller

Brand: THORLABS | Category: Controller | Size: 2 MB

Table of Contents
2
Chapter 1 Safety

4
- Safety Information
  4
- General Warnings
  4
Chapter 2 Overview and Setup

5
- Introduction
  5
- T-Cube Controller Hub
  6
- APT PC Software Overview
  7
- Introduction
  7
- Aptuser Utility
  8
- APT Config Utility
  9
- APT Server (Activex Controls)
  10
- Software Upgrades
  11
Chapter 3 Getting Started

12
- Install the Software
  12
- Mechanical Installation
  13
- Environmental Conditions
  13
- Mounting Options
  13
- Removing the Baseplate
  14
- Electrical Installation
  15
- Connecting a Motor
  15
- Using the TCH002 Controller Hub
  15
- Connecting to a Standalone Power Supply
  15
- Connect the Hardware
  16
- Select the Stage Type (Using Aptconfig)
  17
- Verifying Software Operation
  19
- Initial Setup
  19
Chapter 4 Standalone Operation

21
- Introduction
  21
- Front Panel Controls and Indicators
  22
- Potentiometer Operation
  22
- Button Operation
  23
- Homing
  23
- Go to Position
  23
- Teaching 'Go to Position' Values
  23
- Jogging
  23
- Switching between Button Modes
  23
- Loading Parameter Settings
  23
Chapter 5 PC Operation - Tutorial

24
- Introduction
  24
- Using the APT User Utility
  25
- Homing Motors
  26
- Moving to an Absolute Position
  27
- Changing Motor Parameters
  28
- Jogging
  29
- Graphical Control of Motor Positions (Point and Move)
  30
- Setting Move Sequences
  32
- Creating/Loading a Settings File
  35
- Creating a Simulated Configuration Using APT Config
  38
- Stage/Axis Tab
  41
Chapter 6 Software Reference

42
- Introduction
  42
- GUI Panel
  44
- Settings Panel
  44
- Moves/Jogs Tab
  44
- Stage/Axis Tab
  49
- Advanced Tab
  53
Appendix A Rear Panel Connector Pinout Details

55
Appendix B Preventive Maintenance

56
Appendix C Specifications and Associated Parts

57
Appendix D Motor Control Method Summary

59
Appendix E Regulatory

69
Appendix F Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts

72

THORLABS TST101 User Manual (56 pages)

T-Cube Stepper Motor Controller

Brand: THORLABS | Category: Controller | Size: 2 MB

Table of Contents
2
Chapter 1 Safety

4
- Safety Information
  4
- General Warnings
  4
Chapter 2 Overview and Setup

5
- Introduction
  5
- T-Cube Controller Hub
  6
- Kinesis PC Software Overview
  7
- Introduction
  7
- Kinesis Server
  8
- Software Upgrades
  9
Chapter 3 Getting Started

10
- Install the Software
  10
- Mechanical Installation
  11
- Electrical Installation
  13
- Connect the Hardware
  14
- Select the Stage Type
  15
- Verifying Software Operation
  17
Chapter 4 Standalone Operation

18
- Introduction
  18
- Front Panel Controls and Indicators
  19
- Potentiometer Operation
  19
- Button Operation
  20
Chapter 5 PC Operation - Tutorial

21
- Introduction
  21
- Using the Kinesis Software
  21
- Homing Motors
  22
- Changing Motor Parameters and Moving to an Absolute Position
  23
- Jogging
  24
- Setting Move Sequences
  25
Chapter 6 Software Reference

26
- Introduction
  26
- GUI Panel
  26
- Settings Panel
  29
Appendix A Rear Panel Connector Pinout Details

40
Appendix B Preventive Maintenance

41
Appendix C Specifications

42
Appendix D Stepper Motor Operation - Background

44
Appendix E Regulatory

50
Appendix F Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts

55

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THORLABS TST101 User Manual (72 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Safety

Chapter 2 Overview and Setup

Chapter 3 Getting Started

Chapter 4 Standalone Operation

Chapter 5 PC Operation - Tutorial

Chapter 6 Software Reference

Appendix A Rear Panel Connector Pinout Details

Appendix B Preventive Maintenance

Appendix C Specifications and Associated Parts

Appendix D Motor Control Method Summary

Appendix E Regulatory

Appendix F Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts