GETTING STARTED

NI SMD-7610 Stepper Drives and NI 9512 C Series Modules

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This document explains how to install and configure the NI SMD-7610 stepper drives for use with the NI 9512 C Series drive interface module.

Contents

What You Need to Get Started................................................................................................. 2

Hardware .......................................................................................................................... 2

Software............................................................................................................................ 2

Related Documentation .................................................................................................... 3

Hardware Installation and Configuration ................................................................................. 4

Step 1: Set Up the CompactRIO System.......................................................................... 4

Step 2: Connect the NI 9512 to the 37-Pin Terminal Block............................................. 5

Step 3: Connect the 37-Pin Terminal Block to the +24 V Power Supply ........................ 6

Step 4: Connect the Drive Command Signals .................................................................. 6

Step 5: Connect the Drive Enable Signal ......................................................................... 7

Step 6: (Optional) Connect the Drive Fault Signal........................................................... 7

Step 7: (Optional) Connect the Encoder Signals.............................................................. 7

Step 8: Connect the NI PS-12/13 Power Supply to the NI SMD-7610............................ 8

Step 9: Connect the SMD-7610 to the Motor................................................................... 9

Step 10: Configure the NI SMD-7610 DIP Switches....................................................... 10

Step 11: Power on the Drive and Verify Connections...................................................... 12

Software Installation and Configuration................................................................................... 13

Step 1: Install Software on and Configure the NI RT Controller..................................... 13

Step 2: Create a Project in Scan Interface Mode.............................................................. 15

Step 3: Add Resources to the Project ............................................................................... 15

Step 4: Configure the NI 9512 Axis ................................................................................. 18

Step 5: Enable and Test the Drive Using LabVIEW........................................................ 21

Worldwide Support and Services ............................................................................................. 22