Festo SPC200 Series User guide

Electronics/
pneumatics manual
System manual
Smart Positioning
Controller
type SPC200
Manual
170 246
en 0901d
[713 873]
SPC200 Smart Positioning Controller

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Original de. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Edition en 0901d. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Designation P.BE−SPC200−EN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Order no. 170 246. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Contents
Designated use IX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety regulations X. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Target group XI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service XI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Important user instructions XII. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product−specific terms and abbreviations XIV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Documentation for the SPC200 Smart Positioning Controller XV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Information on operating system versions of the SPC200
and software versions of WinPISA XVI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1. Summary of components 1−1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1 The SPC200 positioning controller 1−4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1.1 The range of devices for the SPC200 1−5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1.2 Structure of the SPC200 1−9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2 Positioning systems with the SPC200 1−13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2.1 Components of a pneumatic positioning axis 1−13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2.2 Examples of multiple−axis systems 1−17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3 Structure of the axis interface string 1−20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.4 Operating modes of the SPC200 1−24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.5 Multi−axis applications with the SPC200 1−25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.6 Commissioning and programming possibilities 1−26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.7 I/O address range of the SPC200 1−31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Fitting 2−1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.1 Fitting and removing components 2−5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2 Fitting the basic unit 2−9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3 Fit the control panel into position 2−12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4 Fitting the axis interface and the I/O function module 2−16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5 Notes on fitting the pneumatic axis 2−20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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3. Installation 3−1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.1 General instructions on installation 3−4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2 General instructions on fitting the pneumatic components 3−5. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.1 the compressed air supply 3−5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.2 Service unit 3−6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.3 Compressed air reservoir (optional) 3−7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.4 Proportional directional control valve type MPYE−... 3−8. . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.5 Compressed air tubing and screw connectors 3−10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.6 Drives 3−11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.7 General instructions on measuring systems 3−11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.8 Requirements of the mechanism 3−12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.9 Mass load 3−12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3 Additional pneumatic circuits 3−16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4 Dimensional reference system  terms and definitions 3−17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5 Installing the SPC200 3−26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5.1 Selecting the power unit 3−27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5.2 Connections on the supply module 3−29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5.3 Connections of the diagnostic module 3−35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5.4 Connections of the I/O module type SPC200−DIO−... 3−38. . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5.5 Connections of the analogue input module type SPC200−2AI−U 3−47. .
3.5.6 Connections of the sub−controller module type SPC200−SCU−AIF 3−50.
3.6 Installing the modules on the axis interface string 3−52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.6.1 Installing the axis interface SPC−AIF−... 3−56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.6.2 Installation I/O function module type SPC−FIO−2E/2A−M8 3−61. . . . . . .
3.6.3 Installing control panel SPC200−MMI−1F 3−65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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4. Commissioning 4−1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1 Procedure for commissioning 4−5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2 Connecting a single−axis system for the first commissioning 4−8. . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3 Overview of the parameters of a positioning axis 4−17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.1 Pneumatic axis data 4−18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.2 Application data for pneumatic axes 4−19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.3 Axis data of an electric stepping motor axis 4−20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.4 Application data of an electric stepping motor axis 4−21. . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.5 Controller data 4−22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4 Commissioning with the control panel 4−23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4.1 Saving the hardware configuration 4−24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4.2 Commissioning pneumatic axes 4−27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4.3 Notes on commissioning multi−axis systems 4−42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5. Controlling the SPC200 5−1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.1 General notes on operation 5−4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2 Start/Stop mode 5−9
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2.1 Explanation of all I/O signals in Start/Stop mode 5−11. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3 Record Select mode 5−17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.1 Explanation of all I/O signals in Record Select mode 5−22. . . . . . . . . . .

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6. Operating the SPC200 with the control panel 6−1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1 Structure and functions of the control panel 6−4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1.1 Moving in the menu system 6−7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2 Setting project−specific parameters 6−13
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3 Edit program 6−27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.1 Create new program 6−28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.2 Instructions on editing 6−33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.3 Store of commands on the control panel 6−35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.4 Edit existing program 6−39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.5 Delete program 6−41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.4 Edit position register 6−42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.5 Controlling the program sequence 6−46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.6 Displaying operands and system states 6−48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.7 Set controller factors 6−50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.8 Test and diagnostic functions of the control panel 6−52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7. Description of the commands 7−1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1 General instructions on programming 7−4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1.1 Parallel program processing 7−5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1.2 Program organisation 7−10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1.3 Presetting for positioning 7−11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1.4 New NC syntax and new NC commands 7−12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2 Addressing, registers and axis status flags 7−14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2.1 Addressing 7−14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2.2 Addressing the control signals 7−16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2.3 Position register X [Y Z U] @n 7−18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2.4 Register Rn 7−19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2.5 Flag Fn 7−21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2.6 Axis status flag Fn 7−22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3 Command syntax 7−24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.4 Explanation of the NC commands 7−30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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8. Diagnosis and error treatment 8−1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.1 On−the−spot diagnosis 8−4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.2 Fault messages on the control panel 8−9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.2.1 Fault stages 8−12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.2.2 Fault classes 8−13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.3 Eliminating faults in the system 8−33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.3.1 Faults when switching on 8−33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.3.2 Faults when positioning 8−35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A. Notes on installing the pneumatic components A−1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A.1 Axis structure with drive type DGP(L)−... and type DGPI(L)−... A−3. . . . . . . . . . . .
A.2 Axis structure with standard cylinder type DNC−... A−10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A.3 Axis structure with standard cylinder type DNCM−... A−17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A.4 Axis structure with rotary module type DSMI−... A−24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A.5 Axis structure with standard cylinder type DNCI−... A−31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B. Optimizing the positioning behaviour B−1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B.1 Basic information on control B−3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B.2 Description of the controller factors B−7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B.3 Optimize positioning behaviour B−10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B.3.1 Proceed as follows if the compressed air supply is unstable B−16. . . . .

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C. Technical appendix C−1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C.1 Sequence plans for the programmer C−3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C.1.1 Creating readiness to operate C−3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C.1.2 Start NC record in Record Select mode C−7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C.1.3 Start program or NC record C−9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C.1.4 Carry out fault acknowledgement C−10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C.2 Cable length and cross−sectional area C−14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C.3 Internal layout of the inputs/outputs C−18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C.4 Technical specifications C−22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C.4.1 Technical specifications for the SPC200 C−22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C.4.2 Technical specifications of axis interface type SPC−AIF−... C−28. . . . . . . .
C.4.3 Technical specifications of the I/O function module
type SPC−FIO−... C−30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C.4.4 Technical specifications of control panel type SPC200−MMI−1 C−31. . . .
C.4.5 Technical specifications of control panel type SPC200−MMI−1F C−32. . .
D. Index D−1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Designated use
The SPC200 Smart Positioning Controller is designed for fit
ting into a control cabinet. It serves as a closed−loop position
ing controller for pneumatic axes and as a positioning con
troller for stepping motor axes. Basic components and
modules for the SPC200 are described in this documenta
tion. Special extension modules are described in separate
manuals.
It is absolutely necessary to observe the safety instructions
as well as the designated use of the relevant components and
modules. Observe also the safety regulations listed in the
operating instructions for the pneumatic and electric compo
nents used.
The SPC200 and the modules and cables to be connected are
only to be used as follows:
inaccordance with designated use
 only in industrial applications
 without any modifications by the user. Only the conver
sions or modifications described in the documentation
supplied with the product are permitted.
infaultless technical condition.
If additional commercially−available components such as sen
sors and actuators are connected, the specified limits for
pressures, temperatures, electrical data, torques, etc. must
not be exceeded.
Please observe the standards specified in the relevant
chapters and comply with technical regulations, as well as
with national and local regulations.

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Safety regulations
When commissioning and programming positioning systems,
the safety regulations listed in this manual as well as in the
operating instructions for the other components used, must
always be observed.
The user must make sure that nobody is in the operating
range of the connected actuators or axis system. Access to
the possible danger area must be prevented by suitable
measures such as protective screens and warning signs.
Warning
Pneumatic and electric axes move at high speed and with
high force.
Collisions can lead to serious injury to human beings and
damage to components.
Make sure that nobody can place his/her hand in the posi
tioning range of the axes or other connected actuators and
that no objects lie in the positioning path whilst the system
is connected to sources of energy (compressed air, supply
voltage).
Warning
Faults in parametrizing can cause injury to human beings
and damage to property, if the controller is enabled with a
1−signal at the ENABLE input.
Enable the controller only if the axis system is correctly
installed and parametrized.

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Warning
If the tubing of your axis system is incorrectly connected
and you enable the controller, the drive will move, depend
ing on the level of the supply pressure, at high speed and
with high acceleration into one of the end positions (con
trol direction reversed). This can lead to serious injury to
human beings and damage to components.
Always check the tubing before enabling the controller
with a 1−signal at the ENABLE input.
Target group
This manual is intended exclusively for technicians trained in
control and automation technology, who have experience in
installing, commissioning, programming and diagnosing posi
tioning systems.
Service
Please consult your local Festo repair service if you have any
technical problems.

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Important user instructions
Danger categories
This manual contains instructions on the possible dangers
which may occur if the product is not used correctly. These
instructions are marked (Warning, Caution, etc.), printed on a
shaded background and marked additionally with a picto
gram. A distinction is made between the following danger
warnings:
Warning
This means that failure to observe this instruction may
result in serious personal injury or damage to property.
Caution
This means that failure to observe this instruction may
result in personal injury or damage to property.
Please note
This means that failure to observe this instruction may
result in damage to property.
The following pictogram marks passages in the text which
describe activities with electrostatically sensitive compo
nents.
Electrostatically sensitive components may be damaged if
they are not handled correctly.

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Marking special information
The following pictograms mark passages in the text
containing special information.
Pictograms
Information:
Recommendations, tips and references to other sources of
information.
Accessories:
Information on necessary or sensible accessories for the
Festo product.
Environment:
Information on environment−friendly use of Festo products.
Text markings
·The bullet indicates activities which may be carried out in
any order.
1. Figures denote activities which must be carried out in the
numerical order specified.
 Hyphens indicate general activities.

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Product−specific terms and abbreviations
The following product−specific terms and abbreviations are
used in this manual:
Term/
abbreviation
Meaning
0−signal Input or output supplies 0 V
1−signal Input or output supplies 24 V
Application data Configuration data which describe the conditions of use specified by the
application.
Axis data Configuration data which describe the structure, the features and the com
ponents of the axis used.
Axis interface The measuring system and the proportional directional control valve are
connected to the SPC200 via the axis interface.
Axis interface string All the modules and cables which are each connected to an axis interface
connection of the SPC200.
CP cable Special cable for connecting the various modules to the axis interface string.
F Flags
I Digital input
I/O modules Common term for the modules which provide digital inputs and outputs on
the axis interface string.
I/Os Digital inputs and outputs
Modules Function cards which are inserted in the rack of the SPC200.
PLC/IPC Programmable logic controller/industrial PC
Q Digital output
R Register
String All the modules which are each connected to an axis interface string.

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XVI Festo P.BE−SPC200−EN en 0901d
Documentation for the SPC200 Smart Positioning Controller
This manual contains general basic information on fitting,
installing and commissioning pneumatic axes with the
SPC200 as well as on their functioning.
Extension modules are available for coupling to field bus
systems and for connecting electric axes. Detailed informa
tion on this can be found in the manual for the relevant
module.
Information on commissioning, programming and diagnosing
the SPC200 with the WinPISA software package can be found
in the relevant manual for WinPISA.
Type Title Contents
System manual SPC200 Smart Positioning
Controller
type P.BE−SPC200−...
Installation, commissioning and diagnosing
pneumatic axes with the SPC200; standard
components and modules
Software manual WinPISA software package
type P.SW−WIN−PISA−...
Functions of the WinPISA software package
Help system WinPISA help system
(contained in WinPISA)
WinPISA help system
Manuals Field bus module
type P.BE−SPC200−...−...
Installing, commissioning and diagnosing
the relevant field bus module
Stepping motor module
type P.BE−SPC200−SMX−1−...
Installing, commissioning and diagnosing
with a stepping motor
Electric positioning system
type P.BE−ATP−...
Further information on electric positioning
systems
Information on the pneumatic components can be found in
the operating instructions supplied with the product.

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Festo P.BE−SPC200−EN en 0901d
Information on operating system versions of the SPC200
and software versions of WinPISA
This manual supports the following operating systems and
WinPISA versions:
Operating system Date of validity Associated WinPISA Date of validity
Version 3.8 08−2001 Version 4.1 05−2001
Version 4.1a 06−2002
Version 4.63 10−2003 Version 4.31 10−2003
Version 4.82 12−2004 Version 4.41 12−2004
Version 4.90 03−2006 Version 4.5 03−2006
Version 4.93 11−2008 Version 4.51 11−2008
Please note
The operating system and WinPISA versions are always
downward compatible, i.e. a newer version supports the
capabilities of an older one.
Conversely: Any older version does not support the
expanded and new capabilities of newer versions.
Caution
The functionality of the MMI (control panel) has been
frozen to that of operating system version 3.8. This means
that all new functions from operating system version 4.63
onwards are no longer supported by the MMI.
When commissioning with the MMI, from operating system
version 4.63 onwards, the exact switching cycle of the
ENABLE signal must be observed during the movement
test, see section 4.4.2.
The sole purpose of this change is to increase safety for
persons and the machinery during commissioning.

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Identification of version−specific information
Passages in the text containing special information about
particular operating system versions are identified as fol
lows:
New feature:
Note that the the function marked is new as from the speci
fied operating system version (in the example 4.63) and is
not supported by the older operating system versions.
Compatibility violation:
Note that as from the specified operating system version (in
the example 4.63), the function marked is not compatible
with the older versions. The explanations in the text must be
observed.
Overview of operating system versions
The following table provides an overview of the changes in
the operating system (firmware) of the SPC200:
Version Identification What has been changed See section
up to 3.8   WinPISA version 4.1a is recommended for
this version.
 Supports drives of the DGP family and
stepping motors of the MTR−VRDM family.
 With regard to system functionality, this
version is the reference for all newer ver
sions.

New feature
as from OS 4.63
Non−compatible
as from OS 4.63