R256 Controllerwith built-in 256 Microstepping DriverUser ManualVersion 1.05RMS Technologies2533 N. Carson St. #4698, Carson City, NV 89706-0147
6. CONNECTION SPECIFICATIONS Quick StartDO NOT PLUG IN POWER UNTIL EVERYTHING IS CONNECTED.RS232-485 converter card(Figure 5)1. The RS232 convert
USB-485 converter card(Figure 6)1. The USB converter card connects to the R256 using the DB-9 cable that is provided to you. The white 3-Pin connecto
(Fig 7)DB-9 cable with 3-pin header for communication(Figure 8) The table to the right depicts the functionPart # 90-018ColorFunctionRe
2. Assign a name for your New Connection3. Determine the correct COM port # by right clicking on “My Computer” and selecting “Properties”. Select the
6. Turn on local echo by going to: File Properties Settings tab ASCII Setup: Click on the box for “Echo Typed Characters Locally” and click on
Setting the CurrentCAUTION! DO NOT SET THE CURRENT 1.4 TIMES ABOVE THE MOTOR’S RATED CURRENT.In order to set the correct current for your motor, you m
WARNING!: Setting the Current to a value greater than 1.4 times the Motor’s rated current will damage your motor, and may overheat the controller.Conn
Changing the Address of the ControllerUse a screwdriver to turn the dial so the arrow points to the desired Address. Use this number when programming
Input 3 Pin 7Input 4 Pin 5Table 7Any of the four inputs can be connected to a push button. In our example above, pin 5 corresponds to input #4, there
Optical SensorFigure 16: Opto Sensor Connection SchematicThe Opto Sensor uses Pins 6, 7, and 9. Use the following table to solder the corresponding w
Thank you for purchasing the R256 Controller with Microstepping Driver. This product is warranted to be free of manufacturing defects for one year fr
Encoder UsageThe R256 can also be used as reference to home by connecting to an US Digital E2 Encoder. The pinouts are as follows:Pin Number Function
8. MOTOR CONNECTIONSStep Motors have 4, 6, or 8 wires. To better understand how to connect your step motor with your R256 Controller, follow the Figu
6 Lead Wire Motor Connection (Full-Winding)For a full winding connection, use both end wires, the center tap is ignored. (NC: No Connection).Figure 20
9. Troubleshooting & FAQ Cannot Type anything in HyperTerminal:Is the correct COM Port selected? Are you using Windows 95? Windows 95 has had
Halt Command (H01) IssuesThere are known issues involving the Halt command (i.e., H01) when stored in memory location zero. Upon power up, the remain
Peak current versus Amps/PhaseWhere does the 1.4 times come from? Current is continuously changing when a motor steps. If the motor is rated for 1.0
Take a look at position #7. If we were to draw the arrow at position 7 as the hypotenuse of a triangle, it would look like the triangle to our left.
7. The RS232 converter card connects to the R256 using the DB-9 cable that is provided to you. The red 4-Pin connector is placed onto the converter c
R256 User ManualProduct: R256Version: 1.05Date: 4/3/2009Version HistoryVersion Date Description of Changes1.00 01/11/2006 New User Manual1.01 08/18/20
TABLE OF CONTENTS1. FEATURES ... ERROR: REFERENCE SOURCE NOT FOUND DESIGNER’S KIT WITH RS232 COMMUNICATION
10. APPENDIX A ... ERROR: REFERENCE SOURCE NOT FOUND PEAK CURRENT VERSUS AMPS/PHASE ...
Here is the list of components if you have purchased the optional Designer’s Kit:• USB to RS232 converter card• A switch push button• Opto Sensor• A U
Storage Temperature Range -20° to 70° CCommunication SpecificationsInterface Type RS485 (RS232 or USB with a converter card)Baud Rate 9600, 19200, or
Pin # Color Function Input*1 Red +V (Main Power In)2 Black I/O 13 Brown RS485B (-)4 Black/WhiteRS485A (+)5 Orange Switch Closure to GND (IN) 46 Green
6 Green2 (GND connect to Power Supply Ground)3 Brown 3 (RS485B)Table 4*Where Pin #1 is located here: Figure 4The USB converter card does not require p
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