artisan Melles Griot 17MMR001, Manual

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Page 2: ...MELLES GRIOT Nanopositioning Modular System MAIN RACK AND CONTROLLER Model Number 17MMR001 17MRC001 17MRC002 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com ...

Page 3: ...strial brands we are committed to providing the service relationships and attention to detail that make businesses excel Trademarks Windows is a trademark of the Microsoft corporation Visual Basic is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation ActiveX is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation LabVIEW is a trademark of National Instruments Corporation Melles Griot is a registered trademark of Melles Griot L...

Page 4: ...ecting a Start Up Configuration 16 5 Installation 17 General 17 Identifying unsafe equipment 17 Packing 17 Siting 17 Environmental conditions 17 Operating Position 17 Mechanical Installation 18 Mounting 18 Fitting a module 18 Removing Fitting Guide Rails 20 Electrical Installation 21 Connecting the Rack and Controller 21 Earthing 22 Mains Voltage 22 Mains Voltage Cord and Fuses 22 Internal Fuses 2...

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Page 6: ... to the importance of the safety information Chapter 2 For Your Safety provides critical information needed for the safe installation and operation of the equipment Chapter 3 Getting Started gives an overview of the modular control system and its software Chapter 4 Set up details the location of the software files and describes how to configure the system via the MG17_Config configuration program ...

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Page 8: ...afety symbols may be used throughout the handbook Warning An instruction which draws attention to the risk of injury or death Caution An instruction which draws attention to the risks of damage to the product process or surroundings Note Clarification of an instruction or additional information The Equipment as described herein is designed for use by personnel properly trained in the use and handl...

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Page 10: ...available The Controller is an IBM compatible PC configured at our factory The hub of the control software is the MG17_Server The server has access to all the functionality of the individual modules It exposes this functionality via ActiveX Interfacing Technology All key high level commands settings and system parameters are exposed through a set of ActiveX Drivers These exposed objects allow the ...

Page 11: ...uirements of the modules used It has a dedicated microprocessor that monitors the power supply and shuts the system down if an error should occur The microprocessor supervises the routing of analog signal among modules e g from a NanoTrak to a Piezo Module along the backplane reducing the need for external cable connections 3 2 Rear Panel Controls Fig 3 1 Main rack rear pane 0 I Serial bus connect...

Page 12: ...e The folder Config contains the configuration program MG17_Config which is used to configure the Controller according to the modules present in the rack and the stages connected to them It also contains data files maintained by the configuration program that hold the configuration information The folder EventLogger contains a diagnostic tool MG17_Logger that monitors the activity on the CAN Artis...

Page 13: ...any standard software e g drivers for instruments from other manufacturers can be installed This enables an integrated system to be built which incorporates both these instruments and those from Melles Griot However to reduce the likelihood of unexpected conflicts among applications the amount of software installed should be kept to a reasonable minimum It is possible to download firmware upgrades...

Page 14: ...s changed The configuration program MG17_Config allows such information to be entered and saved on the hard disk under a configuration name which is then specified at the beginning of a software application to enable the information to be retrieved Fig 4 2 shows a typical configuration screen Fig 4 2 MG17_Config configuration program Several configurations each with a different name can be stored ...

Page 15: ... and 8 apply only to NanoStep modules 7 LH click in the Stage Type field and enter the type of stage being used It is important to specify the correct stage type otherwise the stage will move through the wrong distance or at the wrong velocity 8 LH click in the Calibration field and select which Calibration file if any to apply to the axis see Handbook HA0085 NanoStep Control Module for more detai...

Page 16: ...sent to the modules in the rack Only one configuration at a time can be loaded 4 5 Missing Modules If the loaded configuration calls for modules which the system does not recognise as present these will be listed in the Missing field see Fig 4 2 The Missing Modules dialog box is displayed automatically and gives possible reasons for the error see Fig 4 3 Fig 4 3 Missing modules dialog box Artisan ...

Page 17: ...e dragged from the Missing field onto the icon position for the original module see Fig 4 4 The replacement module is allocated the same details as the original module and is then included in the configuration Fig 4 4 Dragging a module into the configuration drag Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com ...

Page 18: ...ual Basic or any other application a request can be sent to list the module names in an array The order in which the names appear in the array is determined by the index To change the index RH click on the index field to bring up the Indexing window then drag the entries into the desired order see Fig 4 6 The indexing window can also be accessed by selecting Index from the menu bar Fig 4 6 Indexin...

Page 19: ...ccordingly To select a start up configuration click on the Start Up entry in the menu bar and select Auto Start Selected see Fig 4 7 To run MG17_Config automatically when the Controller is switched on move the MG17_Config file to the Windows start up folder Fig 4 7 Start up configuration selection Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com ...

Page 20: ...her in the original packing or packing of similar quality Retain the packing for later use when shipping the equipment 5 2 Siting 5 2 1 Environmental conditions Warning Operation outside the following environmental limits may adversely affect operator safety Location Indoor use only Maximum altitude 2000 m Temperature range 5o C to 40o C Maximum humidity Less than 75 5 2 2 Operating Position The M...

Page 21: ... must always be covered by the purpose made blanking plates provided Do not operate the equipment with the blanking plates removed 5 3 2 Fitting a module Warning Ensure that all power to the rack is disconnected before fitting or removing a module To fit a module into the rack refer to Fig 5 1 and proceed as follows 1 Ensure that the plastic guide rails are correctly positioned see Section 5 3 3 2...

Page 22: ...rom the middle of the double slot see Fig 5 2 Retain the rails for future use If fitting two single width modules where previously a double width module was fitted insert four two upper and two lower guide rails in the middle of the double slot previously occupied see Fig 5 2 5 To remove a module reverse steps 1 to 4 Fig 5 1 Fitting a module into the rack Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumen...

Page 23: ... to Fig 5 2 and proceed as follows 1 Grasp the rail gently but firmly 2 Pull the rail upwards whilst rotating away from any adjacent rail To fit a rail position the clips in the relevent locating slot and push down firmly until the rail clicks into place Fig 5 2 Removing guide rails Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com ...

Page 24: ...d terminated with 9 pin D type connectors It is important that the connector with the red sleeve be connected directly to the Controller PC as shown below A second rack can be connected via a CAN Patch Lead from the first rack as shown Additional racks may be added in a similar fashion The last rack in the chain must have the 9 pin D type CAN terminator attached to its unused outlet Fig 5 3 Connec...

Page 25: ...o universal Please consult the manual provided by the OEM supplier for details 5 4 4 Mains Voltage Cord and Fuses Different power cords are available for various mains outlets and the appropriate version is delivered with the unit Seek technical advice if there is any doubt over the mains power connections Two fuse holders are located on the rear panel Each carries a 15A T type anti surge ceramic ...

Page 26: ...05 Dongle cable and software 17MRC006 Melles Griot NanoPositioning Software 17CDM002 CAN terminator 9 pin D type 161097 CAN patch lead 161092 PC CAN patch lead 400 mm 161099 PC CAN patch lead 1500 mm 161089 Handles for rack pair BF0083 Flanges for mounting rack into 19 inch frame pair BF0082 Trim strips for benchtop use pair BF0080 Single width blanking plate 17MBP001 Artisan Technology Group Qual...

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Page 28: ...de Laser Assemblies Laboratory Diode Laser Drivers Accessories Laser Measurement Instrumentation Laser beam characterization Photodiodes Power and Energy Meters Lab Accessories Technical Support Melles Griot provides a comprehensive after sales service Contact us through your local representative or at the address below Melles Griot Ltd Saint Thomas Place Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4EX UK Tel 44 0 135...

Page 29: ...Printed in UK 0302 Melles Griot Ltd Saint Thomas Place Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4EX UK Tel 44 0 1353 654500 Fax 44 0 1353 654555 HA 0088 Issue 4 Artisan Technology Group Quality Instrumentation Guaranteed 888 88 SOURCE www artisantg com ...

Page 30: ...l service in house repair center WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT Sell your excess underutilized and idle used equipment We also offer credit for buy backs and trade ins www artisantg com WeBuyEquipment REMOTE INSPECTION Remotely inspect equipment before purchasing with our interactive website at www instraview com LOOKING FOR MORE INFORMATION Visit us on the web at www artisantg com for more information on ...