Arcus ACE-SXC User manual

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ACE-SXC
Advanced Stand-Alone
Controller
USB 2.0 communication

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First edition, Oct 2007
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We reserve the right to revise this document any time without notice and obligation.
Revision History:
1.01 – 1st release
2.01 – 2nd release
2.02 – 3rd release
Firmware Compatibility:
†V419BL
†If your module’s firmware version number is less than the listed value, contact Arcus for the appropriate
documentation. Arcus reserves the right to change the firmware without notice.

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction..................................................................................................................... 6
Features ........................................................................................................................... 6
2. Electrical and Thermal Specifications ............................................................................ 7
Power Requirement......................................................................................................... 7
Temperature Ratings †.................................................................................................... 7
Digital Inputs † ............................................................................................................... 7
Digital Outputs................................................................................................................ 7
Alarm Input..................................................................................................................... 7
3. Dimensions ..................................................................................................................... 8
4. Connections..................................................................................................................... 9
DB9 Connector ............................................................................................................. 10
2-Pin Connector (5.08mm) ........................................................................................... 10
10-Pin Connector (3.81mm) ......................................................................................... 10
ACE-SXC Interface Circuit .......................................................................................... 12
Power Input................................................................................................................... 13
Pulse, Direction and Enable Outputs ............................................................................ 14
Alarm Input................................................................................................................... 14
Limits, Home and Digital Inputs .................................................................................. 15
Digital Outputs.............................................................................................................. 15
5. Getting Started .............................................................................................................. 16
Typical Setup ................................................................................................................ 16
Windows GUI ............................................................................................................... 17
Main Control Screen ..................................................................................................... 17
A. Status.................................................................................................................... 18
B. Axis Control ......................................................................................................... 19
C. DI Status/DO Status/Enable ................................................................................. 20
D. Configuration ....................................................................................................... 20
E. Terminal ............................................................................................................... 22
F. Setup ..................................................................................................................... 23
G. Standalone Program File Management ................................................................ 24
H. Standalone Program Editor .................................................................................. 24
I. Standalone Program Compile/Download/Upload/View ....................................... 25
J. Program Control .................................................................................................... 25
K. Variable Status ..................................................................................................... 26
6. Motion Control Overview............................................................................................. 27
Motion Profile and Speed ............................................................................................. 27
Position Counter............................................................................................................ 27
Target Move.................................................................................................................. 27
Homing ......................................................................................................................... 28
Home Input Only (High speed only) ........................................................................ 28
Home Input Only (High speed and low speed)......................................................... 29
Limit Only................................................................................................................. 29
Jog Move....................................................................................................................... 30
Stopping Motor ............................................................................................................. 30

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Limit Switch Function .................................................................................................. 30
Alarm Input Function.................................................................................................... 31
Configuration Button Function ..................................................................................... 31
Motor Status.................................................................................................................. 31
Digital Inputs ................................................................................................................ 32
Digital Outputs.............................................................................................................. 32
Motor Power ................................................................................................................. 33
Device Number ............................................................................................................. 33
Standalone Programming.............................................................................................. 33
Communication Time-out Feature (Watchdog)............................................................ 34
Storing to Flash ............................................................................................................. 35
7. Connecting to DMX and ACE Drivers ........................................................................ 36
Connecting DMX-K-DRV-11/17 ................................................................................. 36
Connecting to DMX-K-DRV-23 .................................................................................. 36
Connecting to DMX-A2-DRV-17/23 ........................................................................... 37
Connecting to ACE-SDX.............................................................................................. 37
8. DMX and ACE Configuration ...................................................................................... 38
Configuration Method #1 – Using Windows PC.......................................................... 38
Configuration Method #2 – Using the Configuration Button....................................... 38
9. Communication – USB ................................................................................................. 40
USB Communication API Functions............................................................................ 40
USB Communication Issues ......................................................................................... 41
10. ASCII Language Specification ................................................................................... 42
Error Codes ................................................................................................................... 44
11. Standalone Language Specification............................................................................ 45
; ..................................................................................................................................... 45
ABORTX ...................................................................................................................... 45
ABS............................................................................................................................... 45
ACC .............................................................................................................................. 46
DELAY ......................................................................................................................... 46
DI .................................................................................................................................. 46
DI[1-8] .......................................................................................................................... 47
DO................................................................................................................................. 47
DO[1-2]......................................................................................................................... 48
ECLEARX .................................................................................................................... 48
ELSE ............................................................................................................................. 48
ELSEIF ......................................................................................................................... 49
END .............................................................................................................................. 50
ENDIF........................................................................................................................... 50
ENDSUB....................................................................................................................... 50
ENDWHILE ................................................................................................................. 51
EO ................................................................................................................................. 51
GOSUB ......................................................................................................................... 51
HLHOMEX[+ or -] ....................................................................................................... 52
HOMEX[+ or -] ............................................................................................................ 52
HSPD ............................................................................................................................ 53

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IF ................................................................................................................................... 53
INC................................................................................................................................ 54
JOGX[+ or -]................................................................................................................. 54
LHOMEX[+ or -].......................................................................................................... 54
LSPD............................................................................................................................. 55
MSTX ........................................................................................................................... 55
PX ................................................................................................................................. 56
STOPX.......................................................................................................................... 56
SR[0,1] .......................................................................................................................... 57
STORE.......................................................................................................................... 57
SUB............................................................................................................................... 57
TOC............................................................................................................................... 58
V[1-50].......................................................................................................................... 58
WAITX ......................................................................................................................... 59
WHILE.......................................................................................................................... 59
X.................................................................................................................................... 60
12. Example Standalone Programs ................................................................................... 61
Standalone Example Program 1 – Single Thread ......................................................... 61
Standalone Example Program 2 – Single Thread ......................................................... 61
Standalone Example Program 3 – Single Thread ......................................................... 61
Standalone Example Program 4 – Single Thread ......................................................... 62
Standalone Example Program 5 – Single Thread ......................................................... 62
Standalone Example Program 6 – Single Thread ......................................................... 63
Standalone Example Program 7 – Multi Thread........................................................... 64
Standalone Example Program 8 – Multi Thread........................................................... 65

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1. Introduction
ACE-SXC is a stepper controller motion product.
Communication to the ACE-SXC can be established over USB. It is also possible to
download a stand-alone program to the device and have it run independent of a host.
Windows and Linux drivers as well as sample source code are available to aid you in
your software development.
Features
ACE-SXC
-USB 2.0 communication
-Stand-alone programmable
-Opto-isolated I/O
•3 x inputs
•2 x outputs
•+Limit/-Limit/Home inputs
-1 x alarm input (TTL)
-Open-collector outputs
•Pulse, Direction, Enable
-Homing routines:
•Home input only (high speed)
•Home input only (high speed + low speed)
•Limit only
-400 KHz maximum pulse rate output
-12-48VDC voltage input
-DMX-K-DRV, DMX-A2-DRV and ACE-SDX driver configuration
Contacting Support
For technical support contact: [e-mail].
Or, contact your local distributor for technical support.

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2. Electrical and Thermal Specifications
Power Requirement
Regulated Voltage: +12 to +48 VDC
Recommended Current (Max): 200 mA
Temperature Ratings †
Operating Temperature: 0°C to +80°C
Storage Temperature: -65°C to +150°C
† Based on component ratings
Digital Inputs †
Type: Opto-isolated NPN inputs
Opto-isolator supply: +12 to +24 VDC
Maximum forward diode current: 45 mA
† Includes limit, home and latch
Digital Outputs
Type: Opto-isolated open-collector PNP outputs
Max voltage at emitter: +24 VDC
Max source current at 24VDC †45 mA
† A current limiting resistor is required
Alarm Input
Type: TTL
Voltage: +0 to +5VDC

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3. Dimensions
Figure 3.0
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†All dimensions in inches

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4. Connections
Figure 4.0

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DB9 Connector
Pin # In/Out Name Description
1 O PWR_OUT Shorted to pin 2 (PWR) of the 2-pin 5.08mm connector
2 O PUL Pulse output (open-collector)
3 O ENA Enable output (open-collector)
4 I ALM Alarm input (TTL)
5 O 5V+ +5VDC. Typically used for the opto-supply on the
driver interface
6 O GND_OUT Shorted to pin 1 (GND) of the 2-pin 5.08mm connector
7 O DIR Direction output (open-collector)
8 RV RV Reserved. Do not connect
9 O 5V+ Shorted to pin 5
Table 4.1
2-Pin Connector (5.08mm)
Pin # In/Out Name Description
1 I GND Ground
2 I PWR Power Input +12 to +48 VDC
Table 4.2
Mating Connector Description: 2 pin 0.2” (5.08mm) connector
Mating Connector Manufacturer: On-Shore
Mating Connector Manufacturer Part: †EDZ950/2
† Other 5.08mm compatible connectors can be used.
10-Pin Connector (3.81mm)
Pin # In/Out Name Description
1 O DO2 Digital Output 1
2 O DO1 Digital Output 2
3 I DI3 Digital Input 3
4 I DI2 Digital Input 2
5 I DI1 Digital Input 1
6 I HOME Home Input
7 I -LIM Minus Limit Input
8 I +LIM Plus Limit Input