TRIO MPC-145 SERIES MICROMANIPULATOR SYSTEM OPERATION MANUAL – REV. 2.62C (20191001) (FW V2.62)
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2.4
Electrical Connections and Initial Operating Instructions
Initially, you may want to simply connect the MP-845 micromanipulator and the
ROE/Controller together and try some gross movements in order to get a feel for the controls
and how to make simple movements. It is perfectly acceptable to set the manipulators in the
middle of a bench top, make all electrical connections and then observe each unit’s
movement by eye.
CAUTION: Unless the MP-845 micromanipulator electromechanical baseplate is firmly
bolted down to a breadboard or solidly to a firm surface, the manipulator is likely to tip over
when fully extending all of its axes, especially if it is loaded with a headstage that extends
beyond the manipulator’s current center of gravity.
Upon deciding to directly install the TRIO MPC-100 system in your rig, it is useful to follow
the initial setup procedure to learn how to move the units to allow easy access to the
mounting screws.
1.
With the power switch on the back of the ROE in the OFF (0) position, connect the power
adapter’s 24VDC cable to the POWER receptacle.
Figure 2-3. Rear of TRIO MPC-100 ROE/Controller cabinet
2.
With the power OFF (rear panel switch in the “0” position), connect a well-
grounded/earthed wire to the GROUND banana plug receptacle.
3.
With the power OFF, connect the male end of the DB -25 cable to either MANIPULATOR
connector on the ROE, the other end of which is connected to the MP-845, MP-845S, or
MP-285M micromanipulator electromechanical or based stage. (See cautionary note
below.)
4.
Verify that the ten switches associated with the appropriate MANIPULATOR (A or B) on
the rear of the ROE are set as desired.
5.
Power up the system by moving the power switch on the rear of the ROE to the “1”
position.
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CAUTION: NEVER CONNECT OR DISCONNECT THE ROE/CONTROLLER
FROM EITHER ELECTROMECHANICAL MANIPULATOR/STAGE WHILE THE POWER
IS ON!
Power
Switch
USB
Device
Receptacle
Ground/Earth
Post
Manipulator A
cable connector
1
0
Power
Input
Socket
Manipulator B
configuration
switches
Manipulator B
cable connector
Manipulator A
configuration
switches
