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MultiFlex ETH 1440 - Ethernet Motion controller

The MultiFlex ETH 1440 Ethernet motion controller is designed for high-performance multi-axis applications which require up to 4 axes of analog servo control and up to 4 axes of stepper control. Optional encoder inputs for closed-loop stepper control and general-purpose analog inputs are also available for this model.

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MultiFlex ETH 1440 Controller
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MultiFlex ETH 1440 - Major Features & Benefits

  • PC-based or stand-alone operation
  • 64-bit floating-point RISC CPU for superior performance, precision and dynamic range
  • Flexible FPGA-based I/O architecture
  • 1 to 8 total axes of high-performance servo and stepper control
  • 1 to 4 axes analog or PWM servo control
  • 1 to 4 axes Step/Dir/CW/CCW pulse control (for steppers or pulse-controlled servos)
  • Up to 2 axes AC sine commutation for smooth, accurate control of AC brushless and linear motors
  • Multi-axis coordinated motion - interpolation, contouring, spline, master/slave, gearing
  • Trapezoidal, S-curve and parabolic velocity profiles for smooth jerk-free motion
  • User selectable 1, 2 or 4 KHz PID-VAFF servo loop update rate each axis (up to 4 axes)
  • 1 khz PID-VAFF closed-loop stepper update rate each axis (up to 4 axes)
  • 16-bit analog servo command outputs for superior precision
  • 20 million encoder counts/sec for high-speed/ high-resolution moves
  • 5 MHz pulse outputs for high-speed microstepping
  • Open and closed-loop stepper control
  • On-the-fly changes in trajectory, direction and PID values
  • On-board multi-tasking and programmable interrupts free host PC for other tasks
  • Consistent real-time behavior: Performance remains as specified no matter which features or axes are enabled
  • Eight general-purpose 14-bit A/D input channels (optional)
  • 60 user-assignable digital I/O channels
  • Encoder inputs include encoder-failure detection circuitry for improved machine safety
  • High-speed I/O for ultra-fast synchronization of motion and external events
  • Sub-microsecond position capture (latch) inputs
  • Sub-microsecond encoder position compare (trigger) outputs (up to >1 MHz repeat rate)
  • Custom features and task-optimized performance enhancements available upon request
  • Flexible and fully software configurable I/O - no need to set any hardware jumpers
  • Plug-on interconnection boards reduce cabling complexity and cost, enhance reliability
  • I/O interconnection options include; industry-standard low-cost D-sub connectors, SCSI connectors, and/or screw terminals
  • Custom interconnection boards can be designed to mate directly with a user's existing equipment and cables
  • Fully programmable in C/C++/C#, Delphi, LabVIEW, Visual Basic and easy-to-use on-board command language
  • Drivers for Windows and Linux (for QNX, INTime, RTLinux or VX Works, contact PMC)
  • Powerful and flexible software software API is compatible with other PMC motion controllers
  • Includes a full suite of Windows installation, tuning, diagnostic and example programs with source code
  • All PMC Software is included at no extra charge

MultiFlex ETH 1440 - Specifications

  System Architecture
  • CPU: 64-bit floating-point RISC processor
  • I/O interface: 200,000 gate FPGA
  • OS: Real-time embedded multi-threading kernel
  Form Factor
  • Stand-alone card
  • DIN-rail mountable
  • Optional enclosure (contact PMC)
  Communication
  • 10/100 Ethernet port (IEEE 802.3)
  • RS-232 port (9.6, 19.2, 38.4 or 115.2 kbaud, switch selectable)
  • Up to 2000+ commands/replies per second via Ethernet port
  • Also configurable for stand-alone operation
  Software & Programming
  • Supports PC-based applications
  • Supports embedded/stand-alone applications
  • For PC-based applications:
    • Programmable in C, C++, C#/.NET, Delphi, LabVIEW, Visual Basic
    • Drivers for 32 & 64 bit Windows & Linux
    • Full support for Microsoft .NET framework
    • For real-time OS drivers (QNX, VxWorks, etc.) contact PMC
    • Supports multi-threaded applications
    • PMC's Motion Control API includes many useful utilities and sample programs with source code
  • For embedded/stand-alone applications:
    • Programmable in PMC's easy-to-use motion command language (MCCL)
    • Supports multi-tasking of MCCL user routines
    • Non-volatile storage for up to 2000 MCCL routines
    • 2000 general-purpose registers available on-board
  • Includes Motion Integrator™ Windows® software suite for easy installation, tuning and diagnostics
  • PMC software is compatible with all PMC controllers
  • All PMC software is included at no extra charge
  Motion Capabilities
  • 8 axes total
  • 4 axes of analog or PWM servo control
  • 4 axes of pulse (step) control (Step/Dir/CW/CCW)
  • Optional closed-loop control for pulse axes
  • Multi-axis independent point-to-point positioning
  • Multi-axis synchronized & coordinated motion
  • Multi-axis linear & circular interpolation
  • High-resolution electronic gearing
  • Position, velocity, gain and joystick (jog) modes
  • Backlash compensation
  • Position capture inputs and compare outputs for high-speed latching and event triggering
  • Custom motion capabilities available upon request
  Trajectory Generator
  • 1, 2 or 4 kHz trajectory update rate (software selectable)
  • Trapezoidal, parabolic and S-curve velocity profiles
  • Independent acceleration & deceleration
  • Trajectory & PID parameters can be changed on-the-fly
  Memory
  • 32 MB Dynamic RAM
  • 8 MB Flash ROM for non-volatile program storage
  Kinematic Ranges
  • Position: 32 bit (± 2,147,483,647 steps)
  • Velocity: 64 bit floating point (± 10208 encoder counts/sec2)
  • Acceleration: 64 bit floating point (± 10208 encoder counts/sec2)

  Servo Control Signals
  • 4 axes of ±10V analog or PWM servo command
  • Analog output resolution: 16-bits
  • PWM output frequency: Software selectable
  • For pulse-controlled servo systems:
    • 4 axes of pulse command (Step/Dir/CW/CCW)
    • 5 MHz maximum pulse rate

  Stepper Control Signals
  • 4 axes of pulse command (Step/Dir/CW/CCW)
  • 5 MHz maximum pulse rate each axis (up to 4 axes)
  • Full step, half-step, microstep & full and half current
  • 50% pulse-train duty-cycle
  • Closed-loop control with optional encoder inputs
  Position Feedback
  • Standard: 4 quadrature incremental encoder channels w/index
  • Optional: 8 quadrature incremental encoder channels w/index
  • 20 MHz encoder count rate each axis
  • Single-ended or differential (A+, A-, B+, B-, I+, I-)
  • High-speed encoder failure detection circuitry
  • Digital noise filtering
  • 32-bit position resolution (± 2,147,483,647 counts)

  Servo Filter
  • Proportional/Integral/Derivative (PID) with acceleration, deceleration & velocity feed forward
  • Analog & PWM axes: 1, 2 or 4 kHz loop rate each axis (software selectable)
  • Pulse axes: 1 kHz loop rate each axis
  I/O Signals
  • 16 uncommitted bi-directional opto-isolated inputs with individually configurable supply & return: 5 to 24 Volts; for functions such as ± limits, home and amp fault inputs.
  • 12 uncommitted open-collector outputs (sinking up to 100 mA): 5 to 24 Volts - for functions such as amplifier enable/disable, full/half current, step/microstep, etc.
  • 32 uncommitted digital TTL I/O channels: 16 inputs and 16 outputs
  • TTL outputs can sink 24 mA and source 15 mA
  • Optional: 8 channels of 14-bit analog inputs for joystick or other general purpose inputs
  • 4 high-speed position capture (latch) inputs (less than 1 uSec latency)
  • 2 high-speed position compare outputs (up to 1 MHz trigger rate)
  • E-stop configurable to any digital input
  • Logical I/O functions can be re-mapped to different physical I/O channels as needed
  Connections
  • Plug-on I/O interconnection boards reduce cabling, cost & space
  • Interconnection boards available with D-sub or SCSI connectors
  • Custom interconnection boards can be easily designed by the user or by PMC
  • 100% pin-compatible with all MultiFlex PCI series controllers (when using ICN-100)
  • Low-cost cables are readily avialable from PMC and many other cable vendors
  Other
  • On-board watchdog timer for failsafe operation
  • Quick power-on firmware updates via software
  • Custom features and performance enhancements available on request - source code available to qualified OEM's
  Environmental & Mechanical
  • Operating temperature: 0-55 ºC (32-131 ºF) R.H. non-condensing
  • Size: 203 mm x 108 mm (8" x 4.25")

MultiFlex ETH 1440 - Part Numbers

Part Number Total
Axes		 Analog
and/or
PWM Axes
(Servo)		 AC Sine
Commutation
Axes(Servo)		 Step/Dir. or CW/CCW
Pulse Axes
(Stepper/Servo)		 Encoder
Channels
(0-20MHz)		 Analog
Inputs
(14-bit)
MFX-ETH-1440-0 8 4 2 4 4
MFX-ETH-1440-1 8 4 2 4 8
MFX-ETH-1440-2 8 4 2 4 4 8
MFX-ETH-1440-3 8 4 2 4 8 8

Compare all MultiFlex models

MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Accessories - Part Numbers

Accessory Part
Number		 Description
Plug-On
Interconnection Board
(SCSI)
Go to ICN-120 SCSI Interconnection Board description
 ICN-100 Plug-on SCSI interconnection board features 4 x 68-pin high-density SCSI connectors that are 100% pin-compatible with the MultiFlex PCI Series connectors. Provides a fast and convenient way to connect to external wiring terminal boards, such as the ADAM-3968. The ICN-100 is ideal for bench-top prototyping or for users who wish to substitute a MultiFlex ETH 1000 series controller for an existing MultiFlex PCI 1000 series controller without any wiring changes.
Plug-On
Interconnection Boards
(D-sub)
Go to ICN-120 D-sub Interconnection Board description
 ICN-120-0
ICN-120-1
ICN-120-3
ICN-125
ICN-126

ICN-120 series plug-on D-sub interconnection boards allow users to connect directly to external devices such as motor drives, limit switches and encoders via low-cost D-subminiature cables.

ICN-120-0: Use with MFX-ETH-1040-0, -1040-2, -1400-0, -1400-2, -1440-0, -1440-2
ICN-120-1: Use with MFX-ETH-1040-1, -1040-3
ICN-120-3: Use with MFX-ETH-1440-1, -1440-3
ICN-125: Use with MFX-ETH-1800-0, -1800-2, -1840-0, -1840-2 or with -1440-0, -1440-1, 1440-2, 1440-3 if more than 16 (up to 32) opto-isolated axis inputs are required.
ICN-126: Use with MFX-ETH-1080-0, -1080-1, -1080-2, -1080-3.
Plug-On
Interconnection Boards
(Custom)
Go to Custom Interconnection Board description
 ICN-xxx Custom interconnection boards can be readily designed by PMC or by a user to connect seamlessly to existing external devices and meet the particular needs of an application (contact PMC for more details)
Screw-Terminal Board
(D-sub)
for ICN-120 & ICN-125
Go to ICN-130 Screw-Terminal Board description
 ICN-130 DB25-to-screw-terminal board for use with the ICN-120 series and ICN-125 D-sub interconnection boards - provides quick and convenient connection to 1 servo axis and 1 stepper axis of I/O. Can be plugged directly onto ICN-120/125 D-sub interconnection boards, or can be located remotely and connected via standard DB-25 extension cables such as the CBL-DB25-x cable.
Screw-Terminal Board
(SCSI)
for ICN-100
Go to ADAM-3968 Wiring Terminal Board description
 ADAM-3968 68-pin SCSI-to-screw-terminal board for use with the ICN-100 SCSI interconnection board - provides quick and convenient access for up to 2 axes of I/O - includes DIN rail mount
Shielded DB25
Extension Cable
for ICN-120, ICN-125
and ICN-130
Go to SCSI cable description
 CBL-DB25-3
CBL-DB25-6

Shielded 25 conductor DB25 Male to DB25 Female straight-through extension cables for use with the ICN-120/125 D-sub interconnection boards and ICN-130 screw terminal board. 1 servo axis and 1 stepper axis per cable.

CBL-DB25-3: 3ft (~1M)
CBL-DB25-6: 6ft (~2M)

(other lengths available, contact PMC)
Shielded SCSI Cable
for ICN-100
Go to SCSI cable description
 CBL-HH68-6
CBL-HH68-12

Shielded 68 conductor HD68-to-HD68 SCSI cables for use with the ICN-100 SCSI interconnection board. Up to 2 axes of I/O per cable.

CBL-HH68-6: 6ft (~2M)
CBL-HH68-12: 12ft (~4M)

(other lengths available, contact PMC)
Plug-on DC-to-DC
Power Converter Modules
Go to DC-to-DC Power Converter Boards description
 PWR-100-24
PWR-100-48 		Optional DC-to-DC converter module plugs onto MultiFlex ETH 1000 series controller board and allow users to power the controller with a single DC input supply voltage.

PWR-100-24: For use with DC input voltages of 12-36 Volts
PWR-100-48: For use with DC input voltages of 24-70 Volts
Triple Output Power
Supply
Go to Triple Output Power Supply description
 PWR-522
 Triple output power supply converts AC mains power (100-120 or 200-240 VAC) to three DC voltages: +5 & ±12 VDC required to power a MultiFlex ETH 1000 series controller
Software API and sample programs Included at no extra charge PMC's MCAPI includes complete programming libraries for C/C++, Pascal, LabVIEW, LabWindows and Visual Basic
Windows Tools & Utilities Included at no extra charge Includes PMC's Motion Integrator™ and our comprehensive servo tuning toolkit
All software and manuals on CD-ROM Included free with first order PDF versions of all user manuals, plus all software, including sample programs with source code
1 Year WarrantyIncluded at no extra charge PMC's product warranty covers parts and labor for 1 year

MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series - Accessory Details

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Plug-On Interconnection Boards

To reduce wiring cost and complexity, I/O interconnection boards can be plugged directly onto the controller. This eliminates the need for cables between the controller and I/O interconnection board which results in better reliability and reduces material and assembly costs.

The following options are available for accessing I/O signals on a MultiFlex Ethernet series controller:

  • The ICN-100 SCSI interconnection board features industry-standard SCSI connectors that are 100% pin-compatible with the MultiFlex PCI series controllers - ideal for prototyping or for customers who wish to quickly substitute a MultiFlex Etherent controller for an existing MultiFlex PCI controller without any wiring changes.

  • The ICN-120 series of D-sub interconnection boards are designed for users who wish to eliminate point-to-point wiring and build their own cables to mate directly to external devices.

  • Users can also design a Custom plug-on interconnection board to meet their particular needs.

ICN-100   Plug-on SCSI Interconnection Board

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ICN-100: Plug-on SCSI
Interconnection Board
(100% pin-compatible with
MultiFlex PCI series
connectors and pin-outs)

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Part Number
ICN-100
Description Plug-on SCSI interconnection board - MultiFlex PCI pin-compatible.
Connections Four HD68 SCSI connectors that are 100% pin-compatible with the MultiFlex PCI series controllers - ideal for prototyping and for users of the MultiFlex PCI Series. Additional 37-pin and 15-pin Female D-sub connectors provide an alternative means of accessing the 32 general-purpose digital TTL I/O and 8 optional analog inputs.
Note: The ICN-100 offers access to a subset of the MultiFlex ETH 1000 series I/O that corresponds exactly to the MultiFlex PCI 1000 series I/O. It does not offer access to I/O offered exclusively on the MultiFlex ETH 1800 or MultiFlex ETH 1840. For those models ICN-125 or a custom interconnection board is required to access all I/O. For more information, see the ICN-100 pinout diagrams in the MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Installation Manual
Dimensions 118.3 mm (W) x 108 mm (L) x 34.3 mm (H)
(4.66" x 4.25" x 1.35")
Use With Any MultiFlex ETH 1040, 1400, 1440 and 1802 motion controller with ADAM-3968 wiring terminal board and SCSI cables. Not compatible with MultiFlex ETH 1800, 1840, and 1080 models.


ICN-120-0   Plug-on D-sub Interconnection Board

ICN-120-0 Interconnection Board
ICN-120-0: Plug-on D-sub
Interconnection Board

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Part Number
ICN-120-0
Description Plug-on D-sub interconnection board for applications with up to 4 analog servo AND/OR 4 open-loop stepper axes.
Connections Four 25-pin Female D-sub connectors for all axis I/O, one 37-pin Female D-sub connector for 32 digital TTL I/O and one 15-pin Female D-sub connector for 8 optional analog inputs. For more information, see the ICN-120 pinout diagrams in the MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Installation Manual
Dimensions 118.3 mm (W) x 108 mm (L) x 34.3 mm (H)
(4.66" x 4.25" x 1.35")
Use With Controller P/N: MFX-ETH-1040-0, -1040-2, -1400-0, -1400-2, -1440-0, -1440-2


ICN-120-1   Plug-on D-sub Interconnection Board

ICN-120-1 Interconnection Board
ICN-120-1: Plug-on D-sub
Interconnection Board

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Part Number
ICN-120-1
Description Plug-on D-sub interconnection board for applications with up to 4 closed-loop pulse axes (stepper or servo) but NO analog servo axes
Connections Four 25-pin Female D-sub connectors for all axis I/O, one 37-pin Female D-sub connector for 32 digital TTL I/O and one 15-pin Female D-sub connector for 8 optional analog inputs. For more information, see the ICN-120 pinout diagrams in the MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Installation Manual
Dimensions 118.3 mm (W) x 108 mm (L) x 34.3 mm (H)
(4.66" x 4.25" x 1.35")
Use With Controller P/N: MFX-ETH-1040-1, -1040-3


ICN-120-3   Plug-on D-sub Interconnection Board

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ICN-120-3: Plug-on D-sub
Interconnection Board

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Part Number
ICN-120-3
Description Plug-on D-sub interconnection board for applications with up to 8 closed loop axes.
Connections Eight 25-pin Female D-sub connectors for all axis I/O, one 37-pin Female D-sub connector for 32 digital TTL I/O and one 15-pin Female D-sub connector for 8 optional analog inputs. For more information, see the ICN-120 pinout diagrams in the MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Installation Manual
Dimensions 118.3 mm (W) x 108 mm (L) x 34.3 mm (H)
(4.66" x 4.25" x 1.35")
Use with Controller P/N: MFX-ETH-1440-1, -1440-3
Can also be used with controller P/N: MFX-ETH-1040-0, -1040-1, -1040-2, -1040-3, -1400-0, -1400-2, -1440-0, -1440-2.

Can be used with other MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series models with possible I/O limitations. For more information, see the ICN-120 pinout diagrams in the MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Installation Manual


ICN-125   Plug-on D-sub Interconnection Board w/Opto's

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ICN-125: Plug-on D-sub
Interconnection Board
with opto-isolated inputs

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Part Number
ICN-125
Description Plug-on D-sub interconnection board with 16 additional opto-isolated inputs and 4 additional open-collector outputs (These are provided in addition to the 16 opto-isolated inputs and 20 open-collector outputs offered standard on all MultiFlex ETH controller boards.) Designed for use with MultiFlex ETH 1800 & 1840 controller models.
Connections Eight 25-pin Female D-sub connectors for all axis I/O, one 37-pin Female D-sub connector for 32 general purpose digital TTL I/O and one 15-pin Female D-sub connector for 8 optional analog inputs.

The bottom 4 connectors include 16 additional opto-isolated digital input channels that can be assigned to axis I/O functions such as home, limit and amp enable inputs, plus 4 digital open-collector outputs which provide amplifier enable signals for 4 additional axes. For more information, see the ICN-125 pinout diagrams in the MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Installation Manual
Dimensions 118.3 mm (W) x 108 mm (L) x 34.3 mm (H)
(4.66" x 4.25" x 1.35")
Use With Controller P/N: MFX-ETH-1800-0, -1800-2, -1840-0, -1840-2.

Or with MFX-ETH-1440-0, -1440-1, -1440-2, -1440-3 if more than 16 (up to 32) opto-isolated inputs are required for axis I/O (for home, limit, amplifier fault... etc.)


ICN-126   Plug-on D-sub Interconnection Board w/Opto's

ICN-126 Interconnection Board - click image to enlarge ICN-126 Interconnection Board back side - click image to enlarge
ICN-126: Plug-on D-sub
Interconnection Board
with opto-isolated inputs

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Part Number
ICN-126
Description Plug-on D-sub interconnection board with 16 additional opto-isolated inputs and 4 additional open-collector outputs (These are provided in addition to the 16 opto-isolated inputs and 20 open-collector outputs offered standard on all MultiFlex ETH controller boards.) Designed for use with MultiFlex ETH 1080 controller models.
Connections Eight 25-pin Female D-sub connectors for all axis I/O, one 37-pin Female D-sub connector for 32 general purpose digital TTL I/O and one 15-pin Female D-sub connector for 8 optional analog inputs.

The bottom 4 connectors include 16 additional opto-isolated digital input channels that can be assigned to axis I/O functions such as home, limit and amp enable inputs, plus 4 digital open-collector outputs which provide amplifier enable signals for 4 additional axes. For more information, see the ICN-125 pinout diagrams in the MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Installation Manual
Dimensions 118.3 mm (W) x 108 mm (L) x 34.3 mm (H)
(4.66" x 4.25" x 1.35")
Use With Controller P/N: MFX-ETH-1080-0, -1080-1, -1080-2, -1080-3.


ICN-xxx   Custom Plug-on Interconnection Boards

ICN-xxx Cusom Interconnection Board
ICN-xxx: Custom Plug-on
Interconnection Board
Part Number
ICN-xxx (custom part number will be assigned)
Description Custom-designed plug-on interconnection boards can be easily designed by the user or by PMC.
Connections As specified by customer
Dimensions As specified by customer
Use With Any MultiFlex ETH 1000 series motion controller


Screw Terminal Boards

Screw-terminal boards provide quick and convenient wiring connections for prototyping and bench-top testing.

ICN-130   DB25 Screw-Terminal Board

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ICN-130: DB25 Screw-Terminal Board ICN-130 Screw Terminal Board plugged into ICN-120 Series interconnection board - click image to enlarge
ICN-130 connected to ICN-120 Series Interconnection Board on a MultiFlex Ethernet Series controller

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Part Number
ICN-130
Description 25-pin Male D-subminiature (DB25) to screw-terminals. Provides convenient screw terminal access to the 25-pin D-sub axis connectors on the ICN-120/125 series plug-on D-sub interconnection boards. Can be mated directly to the ICN-120/125 series interconnection boards or connected via a standard DB25 extension cable such as CBL-DB25. One board accomodates 1 to 2 axes of I/O (1 servo axis and 1 stepper axis).
Connections One 25-pin Male D-subminiature connector on board edge. 1 x 5-place and 2 x 10-place screw-terminal strips on board face.
Dimensions 57.25 mm (W) x 67.49 mm (L) x 12.19 mm (H)
(2.26" x 2.66" x 0.48")
Use With Any D-sub interconnection board P/N: ICN-120-0, ICN-120-1, ICN-120-3 or ICN-125. One ICN-130 can be used on each DB25 connector (1 to 2 axes of I/O for each ICN-130)


ADAM-3968   Wiring Terminal Board

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ADAM-3968: Wiring Terminal Board
for the MultiFlex family of controllers

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Part Number
ADAM-3968
Description Low-cost universal 68-pin SCSI wiring terminal board with DIN-rail mount. One ADAM-3968 accommodates up to 2 axes of I/O.
Connections Provides 68 numbered screw-terminals arranged in two rows of 34 for easy access to the individual pins of the 68 pin SCSI cable used with the ICN-100 interconnection board.
Case Dimensions 77.5 mm (W) x 191.2 mm (L) x 51 mm (H)
(3.1" x 7.53" x 2.0")
Use With ICN-100 SCSI interconnection board and MultiFlex SCSI cables


Cables

PMC's interconnection boards are designed to work with low-cost and widely available industry-standard cables. For the convenience of our customers, we offer a basic selection of D-sub and SCSI cables.

DB25 Extension Cables

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CBL-DB25-3: DB25 Extension Cable
for ICN-120/125/130 series interconnection boards

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Part Number
CBL-DB25-3 (3ft/~1M)
CBL-DB25-6 (6ft/~2M)
Note: One cable accommodates 1 or 2 axes of I/O, depending on motion controller configuration.
Description Industry-standard shielded 25-pin DB25 Male to 25-pin DB25 Female straight through extension cable.
Connections Mating connector to ICN-120/125 interconnection boards: DB25 Male
Mating connector to ICN-130 screw terminal board: DB25 Female
Cable Lengths 3 ft. (~1 Meter) and 6 ft. (2 Meter) cables available directly from PMC. Other lengths are available from third party cable vendors.
Use With ICN-120 series and ICN-125 D-sub interconnection boards and ICN-130 screw terminal board.


High-Density 68-pin SCSI-II/III to SCSI-II/III Cables

MultiFlex SCSI Cable - click image for closeup
CBL-HH68-6: High-Density Cable
for the MultiFlex ETH family of controllers

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Part Number
CBL-HH68-6 (6ft/~2M)
CBL-HH68-12 (12ft/~4M)
Note: One cable accommodates up to 2 axes of I/O
Description Industry-standard 68-pin HD68 ("SCSI-3") Male to 68-pin HD68 ("SCSI-3") Male cable assembly.
Connections Mating connector to ICN-100 interconnection board: 68-pin HD68 ("SCSI-3") Male
Mating connector to external SCSI wiring interconnection board: 68-pin HD68 ("SCSI-3") Male
Cable Lengths 6 ft. (2 Meter) and 12 ft. (4 Meter) cables available directly from PMC. Other lengths are widely available from SCSI cable vendors. Click here for information about alternative sources.
Use With ICN-100 SCSI interconnection board and ADAM-3968 wiring terminal board


Power Supply Options

Power can be provided to a MultiFlex ETH 1000 series motion controller in one of two ways:

  • Via an external regulated DC power supply that provides +5 +12 and -12 VDC directly to the motion controller, such as the triple output power supply shown below.

  • Or via an external regulated DC power supply that provides a single input voltage of 12-70 VDC to the motion controller. This option requires one of the PWR-100 DC-to-DC power converter plug-on modules shown below.

PWR-100   Plug-on DC-to-DC Power Converter Module

PWR-100 DC-to-DC Converter Module - click image to enlarge
PWR-100: DC-to-DC Power Converter
Plug-on Module
PWR-100 mounted on MultiFlex Ethernet motion controller - click image to enlarge
PWR-100 mounted on MultiFlex Ethernet motion controller

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Part Numbers
PWR-100-24: Input voltage: 12-36 VDC
PWR-100-48: Input voltage: 24-70 VDC
Description Optional DC-to-DC power converter plug-on modules allow users to power a MultiFlex ETH 1000 series controller with a single DC input supply voltage. Eliminates the need for a triple-output power supply such as the PWR-522 shown below. Instead, a single 12-70 VDC input is required.
Inputs Single DC input: 12-36 VDC (PWR-100-24) or 24-70 VDC (PWR-100-48). Minimum input current: 1 Amp continuous
Outputs Triple DC outputs: +5, +12, -12 VDC provided to the controller board via mating power connector
Connections Inputs: 2-position Phoenix screw-terminal sockets - 3.81mm (0.150") pitch. Note: The mating 2-position power input connector is included with every purchase of a PWR-100 converter module.

Outputs: 6-position Phoenix power plug - 3.81mm (0.150") pitch (mates directly to the power input plug on the controller board)
Dimensions 82 mm (L) x 68 mm (W) x 27 mm (H)
(3.23" x 2.68" x 1.06")
Use With All MultiFlex ETH 1000 series controllers


PWR-522   Triple Output Power Supply

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PWR-522: Triple Output
Power Supply

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Part Number
PWR-522   (includes wire harness with CNN-006, 6-position power connector plug)
Description Triple output power supply - AC mains input (100-120/200-240VAC) to triple DC outputs (+5 & ±12 VDC) required to power a MultiFlex ETH series 1000 controller.
Inputs Mains AC input: 100-120 or 200-240 VAC
Outputs Triple DC outputs: +5, +12, -12 VDC
Connections Inputs & Outputs: Screw-terminals on power supply. The PWR-522 also includes a wiring harness with screw terminal lugs and CNN-006 6-position Phoenix screw-terminal plug which mates to the power input socket on the controller board.
Dimensions 130 mm (L) x 84 mm (W) x 33 mm (H)
(5.12" x 3.31" x 1.30")
Use With All MultiFlex ETH 1000 series controllers


CNN-006   Power Connector Plug

CNN-006 - 6-Position Power Connector Plug
CNN-006: 6-Position Power Connector Plug
Part Number
CNN-006   (Phoenix Contact P/N: 1803617)
Description 6-Position Power Connector Plug for MultiFlex ETH 1000 series controllers
Connections Inputs: Phoenix screw-terminal sockets - 3.81mm (0.150") pitch

Outputs: Phoenix power connector plugs - 3.81mm (0.150") pitch
Dimensions 19.05 mm (L) x 15.5 mm (W) x 11.1 mm (H)
(0.75" x 0.61" x 0.44")
Use With All MultiFlex ETH 1000 series controllers (Note 1: This item is NOT needed when using the PWR-100 plug-on DC-to-DC power converter module - see above. Note 2: The CNN-006 is included at no extra charge with the PWR-522 triple output power supply - see above)


Mounting Options

The layout and dimensions of our MultiFlex ETH 1000 seris motion controllers allow users to easily design a custom housing or enclosure to meet specific needs. For users who wish to attach the controller to a DIN rail in their machine we offer an optional DIN rail mount housing described here.

DIN-800   DIN Rail Mount Housing

DIN-800 DIN rail mount housing - click image to enlarge and view dimensional details
DIN-800: Din Rail Mount Housing
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Part Number
DIN-800
Description Optional DIN rail mount housing. Used to mount a MultiFlex ETH 1000 series controller board to a standard DIN rail or to house a MultiFlex Ethernet controller board when exposed on a benchtop. Note: This is a special built-to-order item subject to a minimum order quantity (MOQ). Pease contact PMC for MOQ pricing and lead-time.
Includes 1 main extrusion housing, 2 end caps and 4 phillips-head screws. Assembly required.
Assembled Dimensions 209.6 mm (L) x 127 mm (W) x 37.5 mm (H)
(8.25" x 5.0" x 1.48")
Use With All MultiFlex ETH 1000 series controllers


Software & Programming

Powerful and flexible software tools are crucial for the success of any complex automation project. PMC provides machine designers with a comprehensive Motion Control API (Application Programming Interface) which includes DLL's, extensive help files and numerous useful sample programs with source code, for C, C++, C#/.NET, VB and Pascal programmers, as well as Motion Integrator, an extensive suite of graphical and intuitive setup, tuning and diagnostic utilities.

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Some common PMC software tools
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  • DLL's, sample programs, source code and extensive help files for C, C++, C#/.NET, Delphi, LabVIEW & VB programmers.
  • Drivers for Windows 10/8/7/Vista/XP/2000/NT and Linux (for RTOS support, contact PMC).
  • Native support for 64-bit Windows, Microsoft .NET framework, and 64-bit Linux.
  • Easy-to-use on-board command language Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 46KB) is also included on all products.
  • Includes Motion Integrator™ - graphical servo tuning, setup & diagnostic suite.
  • Compatible across PMC's family of motion controllers.
  • No hidden costs - all PMC software is included at no extra charge.
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Our software tools are designed to help machine builders get up-and-running quickly, whether their control program requires just a few basic commands, or the complexity and sophistication of a multi-threaded C/C++ application.

To further simplify the integration task and to eliminate any hidden costs, all software is included at no extra charge. And to ensure that users get the most out of their programming investment, PMC software is compatible with all PMC motion controllers - offering forward and backward compatibility as well as the assurance of an easy future upgrade path.


For more information about specific software tools, click on the links below

Motion Control API - PMC's suite of programming libraries, drivers, help files, sample programs (with source code), and utilities for C/C++/C#/.NET, Pascal, LabVIEW and Visual Basic programmers.

Motion Integrator™ - PMC's suite of visual and intuitive Windows application programs designed to help users easily connect, configure, tune and troubleshoot PMC's motion controllers (Includes our graphical Servo Tuning program.)

Flash Wizard™ - A useful Windows tool which greatly simplifies firmware upgrades on all of PMC's motion controllers that use Flash memory technology for firmware storage. Makes customer firmware upgrades a snap!

Motion VI Library™ - Support for motion control programming in National Instruments' LabVIEW and LabWindows/CVI graphical programming environments.

Motion CD - PMC's Motion CD is a hard-copy source for all software libraries, drivers, sample programs, utilities, and documentation.

MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series - Downloads

Below are links to all online support resources for the MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Ethernet motion controllers, grouped into the following categories:

Note: Some PMC Product Manuals have been compressed into ZIP files and may require passwords to unzip them. Use this handy online form to request a password, or call us at +1-760-930-0101.
Product Manuals
Applies to Description Password Download
File
MultiFlex ETH 1040
MultiFlex ETH 1080
MultiFlex ETH 1400
MultiFlex ETH 1440
MultiFlex ETH 1800
MultiFlex ETH 1840
MultiFlex ETH 1802		 MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Installation Manual PDF document
Rev 1.6
(1.33MB)
MultiFlex ETH 1040
MultiFlex ETH 1080
MultiFlex ETH 1400
MultiFlex ETH 1440
MultiFlex ETH 1800
MultiFlex ETH 1840
MultiFlex ETH 1802		 MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series User Manual PDF document
Rev 1.2
(1.82MB)
All MultiFlex models Motion Control Command Language (MCCL) Reference Manual PDF document
Rev 3.0
(675KB)
All PMC Products Designing for EMC - Installation Guidelines for Electromagnetic Compatibility PDF document
Rev 1.1
(393KB)

Software & Programming Manuals
Description Download
File
Motion Control API
Reference Manual		 C/C++, Pascal, LabVIEW and Visual Basic programmer's Reference Manual in PDF format. This is the complete, printable reference of functions, constants, data structures and error codes for the Motion Control API (MCAPI). 270 Pages. PDF document
Rev 3.4
(1.28MB)
Motion Control API
Quick Reference		 Condensed summary of functions, constants, data structures, and error codes for the Motion Control API (MCAPI). Use as an electronic guide or print it out as a convenient desktop reference. 2 pagpci30032aes. PDF document
Rev 3.2
(44KB)
Motion VI Library
Reference Manual		 The complete, printable reference for our Library of custom Virtual Instruments for LabVIEW programmers. PDF document
Rev 2.1
(1.9MB)
G-Code
Interpreter
Manual		 On-board G-code and M-code interpreter reference manual for the MultiFlex family of motion controllers. PDF document
Rev .03b
(106KB)

Software & Drivers for Windows
Description Instructions Download
File
Motion Control API
for 32-bit Windows		 Motion Control API for 32-bit Windows installation. Comprehensive API (Application Programming Interface) including a full suite of programming libraries (DLL's), drivers, help files, sample programs with source code, and utilities for C/C++, .NET, Pascal, Python, LabVIEW and Visual Basic programmers. Supports Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7. Includes support for 32-bit Windows programs. Compatible with: MultiFlex PCI Series, MultiFlex Ethernet Series, DCX-PCI300, DCX-PCI100. readme.txt Ver 4.5.1
(6.61MB)
Motion Control API
for 64-bit Windows		 Motion Control API for 64-bit Windows installation. Comprehensive API (Application Programming Interface) including a full suite of programming libraries (DLL's), drivers, help files, sample programs with source code, and utilities for C/C++, .NET, Pascal, Python, LabVIEW and Visual Basic programmers. Supports Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7. Includes support for 32-bit and 64-bit Windows programs. Compatible with: MultiFlex PCI Series, MultiFlex Ethernet Series, DCX-PCI300, DCX-PCI100. readme.txt Ver 4.5.1
(11.26MB)
Motion Control API
Windows Help file		 C/C++, Pascal and Visual Basic programmer's Reference in WinHelp online file format. Includes functions, constants, data structures, error codes and programming examples for the Motion Control API (MCAPI). Note: This file is also included as part of the Motion Contol API download (above). Ver 4.1
(477KB)
Motion Integrator PMC's Motion Integrator™ is a suite of visual and intuitive Windows application programs designed to help users easily connect, configure, tune and troubleshoot PMC's motion controllers. Includes PMC's Servo Tuning and motion plotting program (also listed separately below.) See the readme.txt file for a complete list of recent enhancements. Compatible with: All controllers (except VME). readme.txt Ver 1.5.0
(7.21MB)
Servo Tuning PMC's Servo Tuning program (included in the Motion Integrator Suite listed above), is a graphical tool to help users quickly tune their servo motors. Allows configuration of servo and axis settings while displaying real-time plots of actual motion trajectory, optimal trajectory, torque and position error. Includes support for gantry configurations. Compatible with: All controllers (except VME). readme.txt Ver 1.5.0
(7.21MB)
Motion VI Library A library of custom VI functions for motion control programming in National Instruments' LabVIEW graphical programming environments, for versions 6.1 and higher. See the readme.txt file for a complete list of recent enhancements. Compatible with: All controllers (except VME). readme.txt Ver 2.2.1
(2.9MB)
Motion VI Library A library of custom VI functions for older versions of National Instruments' LabVIEW graphical programming environments, from version 5.0. Compatible with: All controllers (except VME). readme.txt Ver 2.1.0
(5.5MB)
Flash Wizard PMC's Flash Wizard™ greatly simplifies firmware upgrades on all of PMC's Motion Controllers that use Flash memory technology for firmware storage. Makes customer firmware upgrades a snap! See the readme.txt file for a list of recent enhancements. Compatible with: MultiFlex PCI Series, MultiFlex Ethernet Series, DCX-PCI300, DCX-PCI100, DCX-AT300, DCX-AT200, DC2-STN. readme.txt Ver 2.3.0
(1.1MB)

Software & Drivers for Linux
Description Instructions Download
File
Motion Control API
for Linux		 Tarball containing Motion Control API operating system drivers, programming libraries (DLL's), sample programs with source code, and utilities for 32-bit and 64-bit LINUX operating systems (kernel 2.4 or above, tested with popular distros including Fedora, Redhat, SUSE, Ubuntu...). Compatible with: MultiFlex PCI Series, MultiFlex Ethernet Series, DCX-PCI300, DCX-PCI100. readme.txt Ver 4.5.1
(3.12MB)

Tech Notes

techNOTE.jpgTechNOTES are concise technical support documents that provide clarification, additional information, corrective action or tips about a specific technical issue or topic related to our motion controllers.

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TN1085 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 145KB): MultiFlex Spiral Motion Path Generation (Aug 16, 2013)
TN1083 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 51KB): MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series G-Code Processing (Feb 2, 2013)
TN1082 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 154KB): MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series IIR Filter Designer (Jan 20, 2012)
TN1081 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 51KB): MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Network Discovery Tool (Jan 18, 2012)
TN1080 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 65KB): Position Following Error Fault Delay on MultiFlex Motion Controllers (Jan 16, 2012)
TN1079 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 224KB): 3-Axis Curvilinear Motion using MultiFlex Motion Controllers (Jan 13, 2012)
TN1078 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 33KB): Using Master/Slave Mode with MultiFlex Motion Controllers (Oct 27, 2010)
TN1077 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 34KB): MultiFlex MCCL Macro Execution w/User-Defined Default Axes (Oct 6, 2010)
TN1076 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 144KB): MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Digital I/O Configuration Panel (May 14, 2010)
TN1075 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 142KB): MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series FTP File Transfer Support Utilities (Feb 16, 2010)
TN1074 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 547KB): MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Configuration and Update Management (Feb 3, 2009)
TN1073 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 67KB): MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Stand-Alone Operation (Feb 3, 2009)
TN1072 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 95KB): MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Analog Joystick & Jog Mode Support (Feb 2, 2009)
TN1071 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 46KB): MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series High-Speed Data Broadcasts (Dec 22, 2008)
TN1070a Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 224KB): MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Brushless/Linear AC Motor Commutation (Nov 12, 2008)
TN1069a Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 167KB): Motion Trajectory Generation with MultiFlex Motion Controllers (Nov 11, 2008)
TN1068 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 112KB): Monitoring MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series Ethernet Communication Traffic (Oct 16, 2008)
TN1067 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 50KB): Using Windows TCP/IP Routing to Connect Networks (Oct 16, 2008)
TN1066 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 60KB): High-Speed Strobe/Camera Triggering with MultiFlex Motion Controllers (Jan 11, 2008)
TN1065 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 120KB): MultiFlex ETH 1000 Series DC Power Supply Requirements (Dec, 18, 2007)
TN1064 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 70KB): Programming Support for the .NET Platform on Windows (May 4, 2005)
TN1063 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 72KB): Using the Event Log to Diagnose MCAPI Startup Problems (May 4, 2005)
TN1062a Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 34KB): Motion Control API Version 2.23 and Windows XP (November 10, 2005)
TN1061 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 37KB): Homing a Gantry (August 2, 2005)
TN1060 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 48KB): Gantry System Basics (August 2, 2005)
TN1058 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 38KB): User Units (Scaling) - Configuring and Programming (November 4, 2004)
TN1057 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 37KB): MultiFlex Breakout Connectors (Aug. 5, 2004)
TN1056 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 35KB): Incorporating a PMC Installation into a Custom Install (July 23, 2004)
TN1055 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 35KB): Verifying MultiFlex PCI 1000 Series Hardware Initialization (May 5, 2004)
TN1054 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 44KB): Registry Keys Used for Ram-Based Firmware (Apr. 27, 2004)
TN1053 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 135KB): Multiple "Insert Disk" Prompts During Windows 98 Install (Mar 3, 2004)
TN1052 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 120KB): Migrating to MCAPI 3.4.1 or Later on Windows 98/Me (Nov 20, 2003)
TN1051 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 113KB): LabVIEW Motion VI Library Sample Motor Settings (July 31, 2003)
TN1048 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 31KB): Using the Motion Control API with National Instruments LabWindows (May 9, 2003)
TN1046 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 41KB): +3.3 Volt Requirement for MultiFlex PCI 1000 Series Motion Controllers (Mar. 12, 2003)
TN1043 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 30KB): Unable to Open Controller: Driver Is Out of Handles (June 24, 2002)
TN1042 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 41KB): Re-Enabling Plug-and-Play (May. 30, 2002)
TN1041 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 30KB): Using Windows' System Information Tool for Trouble-Shooting (May. 30, 2002)
TN1040 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 41KB): Installing the Motion VI Library 2.0a with LabVIEW 6.x (Apr. 2, 2002)
TN1039 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 143KB): Velocity Feed Forward and Torque Mode Amplifiers (Dec. 3, 2001)
TN1036 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 37KB): Command Interpreter Status Bits (June 20, 2001)
TN1035 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 26KB): Record Alignment in Delphi 5.0 (June 12, 2001)
TN1031 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 32KB): Velocity profiles - Trapezoidal versus S-curve (Aug. 25, 2000)
TN1030 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 40KB): Where Have All the Floppies Gone... (Apr. 27, 2000)
TN1029 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 29KB): Using Output Text Commands with the Windows WinControl Utility (June 20, 1999)
TN1027 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 52KB): Accessing Analog Input Channels from LabVIEW Controller (Apr. 19, 1999)
TN1025 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 35KB): Interfacing to MCCL Macros from Windows Programs (Apr. 9, 1999)
TN1024 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 29KB): Outputting ASCII text messages (Mar. 23, 1999)
TN1023 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 30KB): Industrial Joystick Manufacturers (Mar. 9, 1999)
TN1021 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 28KB): Motion Control API 2.0 Programs Refuse to Load (Jan. 13, 1999)
TN1014 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 32KB): LabVIEW MCWaitForStop VI Fails to Wait for Motor Stop (Aug. 24, 1998)
TN1013 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 30KB): Porting Legacy MS-DOS Motion Applications to Windows NT (Aug. 18, 1998)
TN1012 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 32KB): Stepper Motor Moves in One Direction Only (Aug. 18, 1998)
TN1011 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 27KB): Linking Borland C/C++ Projects with MCAPI 2.0 (Aug. 17, 1998)
TN1010 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 37KB): Installing PC Joystick Drivers in Windows NT (Aug. 17, 1998)
TN1007 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 45KB): How To Use Syntax Highlighting with Microsoft's Developer Studio (July 29, 1998)
TN1006 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 26KB): Accessing the Motion Control API from FoxPro (July 23, 1998)
TN1004 Get Adobe PDF Reader (PDF 29KB): Using MCDecodeStatus() to Decode Controller Status Words (June 30, 1998)

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Literature
Description Download
File
Servo Tuning
Tutorial		 Learn the concepts and basic steps for tuning a servo or closed-loop stepper system. (PowerPoint Presentation) PDF document
(796KB)
MultiFlex ETH 1440
Data Sheet		 Features & specifications for the MultiFlex ETH 1440 motion controller. PDF document
(235KB)
MultiFlex ETH 1040
Data Sheet		 Features & specifications for the MultiFlex ETH 1040 motion controller. PDF document
(260KB)
MultiFlex ETH
Part Numbers		 Part numbers and ordering information for the MultiFlex ETH Series of motion controllers. PDF document
(13KB)
Product
Selection Guide		 Chart comparing the main features of all PMC motion controllers. PDF document
(44KB)
PMC Corporate
Brochure		 Brief introduction to PMC, our Mission, our Applications and our Products. PDF document
(359KB)


Miscellaneous
Link to
Page		 Description
Motion CD Our Motion CD is a hard-copy source for software, documentation and support resources for all of PMC's Motion Control Cards.
Online
Bookstore		 PMC's motion control bookstore, in association with Amazon.com, makes it easy to locate and purchase technical books online! We've selected a few titles for you to take a look at, or click on the amazon.com icon at the right to search Amazon.com