Class 5 DMX Guide

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Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor DMX Guide, Rev. A, PN: SC80100004-001.
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Table Of Contents
Introduction
Purpose
Combitronic Technology
DMX Overview
Safety Information
Safety Symbols
Other Safety Considerations
Safety Information Resources
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Additional Documents
12
Additional Resources
13
DMX Resources
13
Connections, Wiring and Status LEDs

Connectors and Pinouts
15
16
D-Style Motors: Connectors and Pinouts
16
M-Style Motors: Connectors and Pinouts
17
DMX NetworkTopology
17
System Cable Diagram
18
D-Style Multidrop Signal Cable Diagram
19
M-Style Multidrop Signal Cable Diagram
20
Understanding the Status LEDs
21
DMX on the SmartMotor
23
DMXImplementation
24
Data Storage and Usage
24
Example
25
Status Bits
26
End of Packet
26
DMXCommands
28
Select DMX Channels
28
Special Range Checking
29
Open DMX Channel
29
Close DMX Channel
29
Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor DMX Guide,Rev. A

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Example Programs
31
Home Against a Hard Stop
32
Position Mode Control Example
34
DMX Five Channel Example
37
DMX Packet Test Example
40
Troubleshooting
43

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Introduction
Introduction
This chapter provides an overview of the DMX features provided by the Moog Animatics
SmartMotor. It also provides information on safety, and where to find related documents and
additional resources.
Purpose
DMX Overview
Safety Information
Safety Symbols
12
12
13
DMX Resources
13

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Purpose
Purpose
This manual explains the Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor support for the Digital
MultipleX (DMX) communications protocol. It describes the major concepts that must be
understood to integrate a SmartMotor as a DMX slave device. However, it only minimally
covers the low-level details of the DMX protocol.
NOTE: The Remote Device Management (RDM) bidirectional communication
extension of the DMX protocol is not supported.
The feature set described in this version of the manual refers to firmware in the 5.x.4.y
series, where x = 0, 16, 32, 97 or 98, and y=3 or greater. Versions 5.0.4, 5.16.4, and 5.32.4
are specific to D-style motors, and versions 5.97.4 and 5.98.4 are specific to M-style motors.
Refer to the following lists.
NOTE: The SmartMotor firmware must be one of the listed versions.
For D-style motors:
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5.0.4.y (where y is 3 or greater)
For M-style motors:

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This manual is intended for programmers or system developers who have read and
understand the Engineering Commission of United States Institute for Theatre Technology
(USITT) DMX512-A standard. Therefore, this manual is not a tutorial on that standard or the
DMX protocol. Instead, it should be used to understand the specific implementation details for
the Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor. Additionally, code examples are provided to assist
the programmer with the SmartMotor integration.
The Command Reference section of this manual includes details about the specific DMX
commands available in the SmartMotor through the DMX firmware. For details, see
DMXCommands on page 28.
The most unique feature of the SmartMotor is its ability to communicate with other
SmartMotors and share resources using Moog Animatics Combitronic technology.
Combitronic is a protocol that operates over a standard CAN interface. It may coexist with
CANopen and other protocols. It requires no single dedicated master to operate. Each
SmartMotor connected to the same network communicates on an equal footing, sharing all
information, and therefore, sharing all processing resources.
While the Combitronic protocol can be used in parallel with a DMX network, there are certain
restrictions:
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The DMX wiring does not carry the Combitronic signal. Therefore, additional cabling
(available from Moog Animatics) must be used to build the Combitronic network.

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There is bidirectional, end-to-end connectivity only within the same Combitronic

network of motors. Therefore, one Combitronic network cannot communicate with
another.
When a Combitronic network is used in parallel with a DMXnetwork, you can:

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Avoid the cost of repeaters.
Gain bidirectional, end-to-end connectivity within the Combitronic network of motors.

There are no other motors on the market that can talk to each other on a side bus while
being a slave to the DMX host controller.
Compute or synchronize motion between motors within the same Combitronic network.
For example, DMX values (from the host controller) could be used to adjust amplitude
and frequency of SmartMotor Cam tables for an electronic camming or gearing
application that controls the motion pattern of a bank of stage lights.
In short, DMX-equipped SmartMotors retain all the features and benefits of the standard Class
5 SmartMotor, including features like electronic camming, gearing, and Combitronic support.
For additional details, see the Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor User's Guide.

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DMX Overview
DMX Overview
DMX is a standard for digital communications networks that are used to control lighting, stage
effects, dimmers, fog machines and related applications. This control may include positioning
and/or focusing of lights or other objects to aid in visual effects of stage productions or other
live events. As a result, its use is often expanded to the movement or control of curtains,
stage props or other objects that require motion.
DMX, or further expanded as DMX512, is an EIA-485 (RS-485) hardware-based protocol that is
unidirectional in nature the controller only sends data; it does not receive data. Further, it
has no error checking or checksums that are required for use in hazardous applications.
Therefore, its use must be limited to safe operating environments where failure due to
transmission errors would not cause harm to personnel or equipment.
WARNING: DMX networks must not be used in applications where failure due
to transmission errors would cause harm to personnel or equipment.
START
IDLE
BREAK
100 s
(could be as
low as 92 s)
MAB
DMX512 controllers transmit asynchronous serial data at 250 kilobaud (kBd). The data format
is fixed and begins with a single start bit, eight data bits, and two stop bits with no parity. Up
to 512 8-bit data bytes or "channels" of data may be transmitted to all nodes at once. The data
is ordered serially and typically runs continuously from a DMX master controller. The full data
packet begins with a break, followed by a Mark after Break (MAB), then Slot 0 beginning with
a one-byte Start Code, and that is followed by up to 512 data slots. Refer to the following
figure.
Start Code in Slot 0
(followed by up to 512 data channels)
12 SLOT 0 SLOT 1 SLOT 2 SLOT 3 SLOT 4 SLOT 5 SLOT 6

44 s 44 s 44 s 44 s 44 s 44 s
s 44 s
Start code and data channels

(11 bits, 4 s each )
STOP
START
BIT
BITS
DATA BITS
0
1 2
DMX Data Transmission

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Safety Information
Safety Information
This section describes the safety symbols and other safety information.
Safety Symbols
The manual may use one or more of the following safety symbols:
WARNING: This symbol indicates a potentially non-lethal mechanical hazard,
where failure to follow the instructions could result in serious injury to the
operator or major damage to the equipment.
CAUTION: This symbol indicates a potential minor hazard, where failure to

follow the instructions could result in slight injury to the operator or minor
damage to the equipment.
NOTE: Notes are used to emphasize non-safety concepts or related information.

The Moog Animatics SmartMotors are supplied as components that are intended for use in an
automated machine or system. As such, it is beyond the scope of this manual to attempt to
cover all the safety standards and considerations that are part of the overall machine/system
design and manufacturing safety. Therefore, the following information is intended to be used
only as a general guideline for the machine/system designer.
It is the responsibility of the machine/system designer to perform a thorough "Risk
Assessment" and to ensure that the machine/system and its safeguards comply with the
safety standards specified by the governing authority (for example, ISO, OSHA, UL, etc.) for
the locale where the machine is being installed and operated. For more details, see Machine
Safety on page 10.
Motor Sizing
It is the responsibility of the machine/system designer to select SmartMotors that are
properly sized for the specific application. Undersized motors may: perform poorly, cause
excessive downtime or cause unsafe operating conditions by not being able to handle the
loads placed on them. The Moog Animatics Product Catalog, contains information and
equations that can be used for selecting the appropriate motor for the application.
Replacement motors must have the same specifications and firmware version used in the
approved and validated system. Specification changes or firmware upgrades require the
approval of the system designer and may require another Risk Assessment.

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Environmental Considerations
It is the responsibility of the machine/system designer to evaluate the intended operating
environment for dust, high-humidity or presence of water (for example, a food-processing
environment that requires water or steam wash down of equipment), corrosives or chemicals
that may come in contact with the machine, etc. Moog Animatics manufactures specialized IPrated motors for operating in extreme conditions. For details, see the Moog Animatics Product
Catalog.
Machine Safety
In order to protect personnel from any safety hazards in the machine or system, the
machine/system builder must perform a "Risk Assessment", which is often based on the ISO
13849 standard. The design/implementation of barriers, emergency stop (E-stop)
mechanisms and other safeguards will be driven by the Risk Assessment and the safety
standards specified by the governing authority (for example, ISO, OSHA, UL, etc.) for the
locale where the machine is being installed and operated. The methodology and details of
such an assessment are beyond the scope of this manual. However, there are various sources
of Risk Assessment information available in print and on the internet.
NOTE: The following list is an example of items that would be evaluated when
performing the Risk Assessment. Additional items may be required. The safeguards
must ensure the safety of all personnel who may come in contact with or be in the
vicinity of the machine.
In general, the machine/system safeguards must:
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Provide a barrier to prevent unauthorized entry or access to the machine or system. The
barrier must be designed so that personnel cannot reach into any identified danger
zones.
Position the control panel so that it is outside the barrier area but located for an
unrestricted view of the moving mechanism. The control panel must include an E-stop
mechanism. Buttons that start the machine must be protected from accidental
activation.
Provide E-stop mechanisms located at the control panel and at other points around the
perimeter of the barrier that will stop all machine movement when tripped.
Provide appropriate sensors and interlocks on gates or other points of entry into the
protected zone that will stop all machine movement when tripped.
Ensure that if a portable control/programming device is supplied (for example, a handheld operator/programmer pendant), the device is equipped with an E-stop mechanism.
NOTE: A portable operation/programming device requires many additional
system design considerations and safeguards beyond those listed in this
section. For details, see the safety standards specified by the governing
authority (for example, ISO, OSHA, UL, etc.) for the locale where the
machine is being installed and operated.
Prevent contact with moving mechanisms (for example, arms, gears, belts, pulleys,
tooling, etc.).
Prevent contact with a part that is thrown from the machine tooling or other parthandling equipment.

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Prevent contact with any electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, thermal, chemical or other
hazards that may be present at the machine.
Prevent unauthorized access to wiring and power-supply cabinets, electrical boxes, etc.
Provide a proper control system, program logic and error checking to ensure the safety
of all personnel and equipment (for example, to prevent a run-away condition). The
control system must be designed so that it does not automatically restart the
machine/system after a power failure.
Prevent unauthorized access or changes to the control system or software.
Documentation and Training

It is the responsibility of the machine/system designer to provide documentation on safety,
operation, maintenance and programming, along with training for all machine operators,
maintenance technicians, programmers, and other personnel who may have access to the
machine. This documentation must include proper lockout/tagout procedures for maintenance
and programming operations.
It is the responsibility of the operating company to ensure that:
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All operators, maintenance technicians, programmers and other personnel are tested
and qualified before acquiring access to the machine or system.
The above personnel perform their assigned functions in a responsible and safe manner
to comply with the procedures in the supplied documentation and the company safety
practices.
The equipment is maintained as described in the documentation and training supplied by

the machine/system designer.
Additional Equipment and Considerations

The Risk Assessment and the operating company's standard safety policies will dictate the
need for additional equipment. In general, it is the responsibility of the operating company to
ensure that:
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Unauthorized access to the machine is prevented at all times.
The personnel are supplied with the proper equipment for the environment and their job
functions, which may include: safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear,
smocks or aprons, gloves, hard hats and other protective gear.
The work area is equipped with proper safety equipment such as first aid equipment,
fire suppression equipment, emergency eye wash and full-body wash stations, etc.
There are no modifications made to the machine or system without proper engineering
evaluation for design, safety, reliability, etc., and a Risk Assessment.

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Additional SmartMotor safety information can be found on the Moog Animatics website; open
the file "109_Controls, Warnings and Cautions.pdf" located at:
http://www.animatics.com/support/moog-animatics-catalog.html
OSHA standards information can be found at:
https://www.osha.gov/law-regs.html
ANSI-RIA robotic safety information can be found at:
http://www.robotics.org/robotic-content.cfm/Robotics/Safety-Compliance/id/23
UL standards information can be found at:
http://www.ul.com/global/eng/pages/solutions/standards/accessstandards/
catalogofstandards/
ISOstandards information can be found at:
http://www.iso.org/iso/home/standards.htm
EUstandards information can be found at:
http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/policies/european-standards/harmonised-standards/
index_en.htm
The Moog Animatics website contains additional documents that are related to the information
in this manual. Please refer to the following list:
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Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor User's Guide

http://www.animatics.com/support/download-center.html
SmartMotor Product Certificate of Conformance

http://www.animatics.com/download/Animatics_SmartMotor_Servida_Class_5_
Declaration_of_Conformity_CE_Rev_1.pdf
SmartMotor ULCertification
http://www.animatics.com/download/MA_UL_online_listing.pdf
Moog Animatics Product Catalog

http://www.animatics.com/support/moog-animatics-catalog.html

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The Moog Animatics website contains additional resources such as product information,
documentation, product support and more. Please refer to the following list:
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General company information:

http://www.animatics.com
Product information:
http://www.animatics.com/products.html
Product support (Downloads, How To videos, Forums, Knowledge Base, and FAQs):
http://www.animatics.com/support.html
Sales and distributor information:

http://www.animatics.com/sales-offices.html
Application ideas (including videos and sample programs):

http://www.animatics.com/applications.html
DMX Resources
The following equipment and software can be used to test your DMX system:
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DMX512 Standard:
http://www.usitt.org/content.asp?contentid=370
Lights Up software (open source, GNUlicense):

http://lightsup.sourceforge.net/
Enttec Open DMX USB interface:

http://www.enttec.com/index.php?main_menu=Products&pn=70303

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This chapter provides information on the SmartMotor connectors, a multidrop cable diagram,
and a description of the SmartMotor status LEDs.
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DMX NetworkTopology
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19
20
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NOTE: DMX support is on RS-485 "COM1"; it uses pins 5 and 6 of the 15-pin D-Sub
I/O connector (see the following figure). Also, see D-Style Multidrop Signal Cable
Diagram on page 19.
The following figure provides a brief overview of the connectors and pinouts available on the
D-style SmartMotors. For details, see the Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor User's Guide.
NOTE: On the SmartMotor, the RS-485 line labeled "A" is the non-inverting line
(D+). This may be different than other systems where "B" is the non-inverting line.
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
PIN
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
PIN
A1
A2
1
2
3
4
5
DESCRIPTION
I/O-0
I/O-1
I/O-2
I/O-3
I/O-4
I/O-5
I/O-6
Encoder A Out
Encoder B Out
RS-232 Transmit
RS-232 Receive
+5VDC Out
Ground
Power Ground
Power
12-Pin Expanded I/O Connector

PIN
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
15 14 13 12 11 10 9
15-Pin D-Sub I/O
Trajectory LED
DESCRIPTION
+20V to +48V DC
Power Ground
I/O-6
+5VDC Out
RS-232 Transmit
RS-232 Receive
RS-232 Ground
CAN Fault LED
PWR/Servo LED
7-Pin Combo D-Sub Power & I/O

A1
DESCRIPTION
I/O-16 GP
I/O-17 GP
I/O-18 GP
I/O-19 GP
I/O-20 GP
I/O-21 GP
I/O-22 GP
I/O-23 GP
I/O-24 GP
I/O-25 GP
+24VDC Input
GND I/O
5-Pin CAN (female)

CAN Status LED
1 2
A2
3 4 5
PIN
1
2
3
4
5
DESCRIPTION
NC
+V (NC except DeviceNet)
-V (Isolated GND )
CAN-H
CAN-L
NOTE: The DE power option is recommended. For details, see the Moog Animatics
Class 5 SmartMotor User's Guide.

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NOTE: DMX support is on RS-485 "COM0"; it uses pins 2 and 3 of the 8-Pin
COMEncoder Bus connector (see the following figure). Also, see M-Style Multidrop
Signal Cable Diagram on page 20.
The following figure provides a brief overview of the connectors and pinouts available on the
M-style SmartMotors. For details, see the Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor User's Guide.
CANOPEN
5-Pin CANopen
(female is standard)
5-Pin
Limit Inputs
LIMIT INPUTS
PIN
1
2
3
4
5
CANOPEN
RUN LED
DESCRIPTION
+24VDC Out
I/O-3 or -Limit
GND-Common
I/O-2 or +Limit
I/O-10
CANOPEN
ERROR LED
I/Os
DESCRIPTION
I/O-0
I/O-1
I/O-4
I/O-5
I/O-6
I/O-7
I/O-8
I/O-9
Not Fault Out
Drive Enable In
+24VDC Out
GND-Common
DESCRIPTION
NC
+V (NC except DeviceNet)
-V (Unisolated Ground)
CAN-H
CAN-L
COMMUNICATION
8-Pin
COM Encoder Bus
PIN
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
PIN
1
2
3
4
5
12-Pin I/O
SERVO-AMPLIFIER
LED
PIN DESCRIPTION
GND-Common
1
RS-485B CH0
2
RS-485A CH0
3
ENC A+ (In/Out)
4
ENC B- (In/Out)
5
ENC A- (In/Out)
6
+5VDC Out
7
ENC B+ (In/Out)
8
RS-485 serial communication uses a
voltage differential signal. Appropriate
terminating resistors should be included
on the RS-485 network to ensure reliable
performance.
POWER INPUT
TRAJECTORY
LED
4-Pin Power Input
PIN
1
2
3
4
DESCRIPTION
Control Power In 24Vmax
Chassis GND/Earth
GND-Common
Amplifier Power 48Vmax
DMX NetworkTopology
As mentioned previously, DMX512 is based on the EIA-485 standard. It comes with all the
limits and requirements of a system based on an RS-485 multi-drop bus. Further, there must
be proper bus termination, as required by the EIA-485 standard. Refer to the following figure.
The EIA-485-A standard for the physical connection allows a length of 1000 feet at 250 kBd.
However, Moog Animatics does not guarantee this distance under all conditions. The user is
responsible for testing and verifying operation in the application environment, including: wire
length, DMX host device, and number of DMX nodes.
At the opposite end from the DMX controller, a 120 Ohm bus terminator must be used (see the
following figure) this prevents reflected impedance and noise issues that would otherwise
occur.
CAUTION: The 120 Ohm terminator is required at the end of the bus opposite
the DMX controller.

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DMX512
Controller
(Master)
OUT
120 Ohm
Terminator
Serial IN/OUT
Serial IN/OUT
Serial IN/OUT
SmartMotor
(Slave)
SmartMotor
(Slave)
SmartMotor
(Slave)
DMX Network Topology

NOTE: Any drops from the main bus should be kept as short as possible, so the
system looks like an "in line" network, as shown in the previous figure.
Each DMX network is called a "universe" and can consist of up to 512 data bytes. If more than
512 data bytes are required, then another universe will be required.
NOTE: Some large DMX controllers (such as an operator console) have multiple
outputs, which allow them to control multiple universes.
For example, the following figure shows a DMX network of SmartMotors being used to
raise/lower one or more stage props based on inputs from the DMX controller. Each motor is
assigned a unique DMX address, so it can be operated from the DMX control console. Also,
note the 120 Ohm terminator, which is required at the end of the bus.
DMX Light Console
SmartMotor
Address: 001
SmartMotor
Address: 002
SmartMotor
Address: 003
SmartMotor
Address: 004
120 Ohm
Terminator
One or more stage props are raised/lowered based on inputs from DMX console
DMXand SmartMotors Controlling Stage Props

As shown in the previous section, DMX networks are most reliable when a straight bus is used.
Common problems with DMX bus wiring are often traced to branches or other configurations.
These often create multipath signal reflections that cause communication errors. Adhere to
the following cabling requirements:
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The maximum cable length should not exceed 1000 feet at 250 kBd.

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CAUTION: The EIA-485-A standard for the physical connection allows a length
of 1000 feet at 250 kBd. However, Moog Animatics does not guarantee this
distance under all conditions. The user is responsible for testing and verifying
operation in the application environment, including: wire length, DMX host
device, and number of DMX nodes.
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Each slave must be inline or a short drop from the main bus; do not use branches.
Use a 120 Ohm terminator at the downstream end of the bus, which is the end opposite
the DMX512 controller.
CAUTION: The 120 Ohm terminator is required at the downstream end of the
bus.

The following figure shows a multidrop signal cable configuration for D-style motors. To
supply power, it is recommended that you use the DE power option. For details, see the Moog
Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor User's Guide.
NOTE: DMX support is on RS-485 "COM1"; it uses pins 5 and 6 of the 15-pin D-Sub
I/O connector.
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Motor as Terminating Node

15 14 13 12 11 10 9
Trajectory
LED (Bt)
Power/Servo
LED
15-pin D-sub Male
I/O Connector
Pin Numbers
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
120 Ohm Shunt
Shield Drain (optional)

Pin 5 A (D+)
Pin 6 B (D-)
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

120 Ohm Shunt
NOTE: A terminating resistor is required at the downstream end of the bus!
15-pin D-sub Male
15-pin D-sub Male
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Pin 5 A (D+)
Pin 6 B (D-)
15-pin D-sub Male
Terminating Node
D-Style Multidrop Cable Diagram

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The following figure shows a multidrop signal cable configuration for M-style motors. Power is
supplied through the separate 4-Pin Power Input connector. For details, see the Moog
NOTE: DMX support is on RS-485 "COM0"; it uses pins 2 and 3 of the 8-Pin
COMEncoder Bus connector.
CANOPEN
RUN LED
CANOPEN
ERROR LED
Motor as Terminating Node
8-Pin
COM Encoder Bus
120 Ohm Shunt

Pin 3 A (D+)
Pin 2 B (D-)
SERVO-AMPLIFIER
LED
TRAJECTORY
LED
4-Pin Power Input

120 Ohm Shunt
NOTE: A terminating resistor is required at the downstream end of the bus!

Pin 3 A (D+)
Pin 2 B (D-)
Terminating Node

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The Status LEDs provide the same functionality for the D-style and M-style (including IPsealed) SmartMotors.
P5
(CANopen)
LED 3
LED 2
P4
(Limit Inputs)
P3
(I/O Connector)
LED 1
P2 (COM
Encoder Bus)
P3 (CANopen option)
LED 0
P1 (Power Input)
LED 0: Drive Status Indicator

Off
No Power
Solid green
Drive On
Flashing green Drive Off
Flashing red
Watchdog Fault
Solid red
Major Fault
Alt. red/green
In Boot Load, Needs Firmware
LED 1: Trajectory Status Indicator
Off
Not Busy
Solid green
Drive On, Trajectory In Progress
LED 2: CAN Bus Network Fault (Red LED)

Off
No Error
Single flash
At Least One Error
Exceeded Limit
Double flash
Heartbeat or Guard Error
Solid
Busy Off State
LED 3: CAN Bus Network Status (Green LED)
Blinking
Pre-Operational State
(during boot-up)
Solid
Normal Operation
Single
Device is in Stopped State
LED Status on Power-Up:

With no program and the travel limits are low:
LED 0 will be solid red indicating the motor is in a fault state due to travel limit fault.
LED 1 will be off.
With no program and the travel limits are high:
LED 0 will be solid red for 500 milliseconds and then begin flashing green.
LED 1 will be off.
With a program that only disables travel limits and nothing else:
LED 0 will be solid red for 500 milliseconds and then begin flashing green.
LED 1 will be off.

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This chapter provides information about DMX operation on the SmartMotor.
DMXImplementation
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24
Example
25
Status Bits
26
End of Packet
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DMXCommands
28
Select DMX Channels
28
29
Open DMX Channel
29
Close DMX Channel
29

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DMXImplementation
DMXImplementation
The SmartMotor has the ability to accept DMX512 protocol through the RS-485 port. Flexibility
is maintained by allowing the user to assign and accept multiple slots of incoming DMX
protocol the starting slot and number of slots may be defined by the user.
DMX data packets are unsigned 8-bit integer data. As a result, and to conform to only positive
integer values, incoming slots of 8-bit data are stored into 16-bit signed array variables in
SmartMotor memory.
SmartMotors have predefined 16-bit array data variables consisting of aw[0] through aw
[101]. Therefore, the SmartMotor is limited to 102 DMX channels. The "aw" stands for "array
word" and is an indexed 16-bit signed integer value. If a slot is assigned to an aw[] array
variable, the value returned will be between 0 and 255. This assures proper sign convention
for all values. It also allows for easier addition and bit shifting to optimize incoming data.
NOTE: The SmartMotor is limited to 102 DMX channels.
The user program must read incoming DMX data in the aw[] registers and perform all actions
from that data, including motion and/or digital outputs.
For example, if you want to control the position of a theater light, you would:
1. Select an unused DMX controller channel,
2. Program the base address in the SmartMotor aligned with that particular channel,
3. Write a program that reads the corresponding array variable in the SmartMotor,
4. Assign corresponding parameters in the motor, including position, velocity, acceleration
and torque, call out a specific subroutine, and more.
By using the SmartMotor, the entire motion control system requires less cabling and becomes
more compact because no control cabinet is needed. Further, additional axes can be added as
needed.

Address information for the DMX protocol can be stored in one of the following ways:
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It can be "hard coded" into the program, or
The VST/VLD commands can be used to store/retrieve this information

to/from the desired SmartMotor memory location.
It is up to the system programmer to select the method that works best for the application.
NOTE: Technically, there is no "address" for a DMX slave device. The slave device
sees all (possibly 512 bytes) of the data and decides which part it wants to use.

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Example
Time
first
DMX network packet
last
1 2 3 4 5 ... ... ... ... ... ... 512

COMCTL(1,3)
COMCTL(2,3)
COMCTL(4,4)
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 ... ... ... ... ... 101
aw[ ] registers
Data Transfer from DMX to SmartMotor Array
Data from the DMX packet is stored into the SmartMotor user-variable word array. Even
though the channels are 8-bit data, the 16-bit word locations are used for storage in order to
represent the data as unsigned numbers. When stored as words, the values 0 through 255
appear unsigned. (If the values were presented as bytes, they would appear negative to user
programs when larger than half of the scale.)
Typically, most DMX devices (including the SmartMotor) use a "base channel". The
SmartMotor does that using COMCTL(1,x), where x is the base channel: 1-512.
Example
Settings:
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Base DMX channel = 5
Number of DMX channels = 2
DMX
Channel
SmartMotor
Variable
1
2
3
4
5
aw[0]
aw[1]
7
...

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Status Bits
Status Bits
To allow a user program to respond to the conditions of the DMX data stream, several user
bits were implemented in the first user status word. This is accessible for reading as Status
Word 12. See the next table for a description of the bits in Status Word 12.
Note the following:
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These bits cannot be cleared using ZS or Z(word,bit) commands. See notes in table for
specific usage.
All bits in Status Word 12 are cleared when opening the DMX channel. Do not use any of
user status bits 0-15 as a general-purpose user status bits. Use user status bits 16-31
(Status Word 13) if general-purpose user status bits are required.
End of Packet
User bit 2 reports when the end of a packet is received. This allows for better synchronization
among slave devices. Previously, a device reading channel 1 versus a device reading channel
512 could have up to 22 milliseconds of skew if they were depending on user bit 1. User bit 2
would minimize or eliminate this skew.
To use this feature, see the COMCTL(3,value) command. Note that:
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Bit 2 must be cleared to acknowledge receipt.
The system programmer may choose a lower channel for value if the upper channels
are not used or if the DMX master does not send all 512 channels.

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End of Packet
The following table provides bit descriptions for Status Word 12:
Status
Word
Bit
Description
12
DMX packets seen within the last second.

Packets may have any start code. They
may or may not be relevant data.
12
DMX data received. Set when the last

Arrival of last User: use
expected motor channel arrives, not when expected
command UR
the whole packet arrives. For example, if channel.
(1).
the channel quantity is set to expect 2
channels, then the flag is set when the
second byte is saved to aw[1].
12
COMCTL(3,value) sync on channel

"value", where value is the channel number 1-512; value=512 by default. User bit
2 is set when that channel is received.
Therefore, a full 512 channel packet will
set this bit at the end of the packet.
12
3 - 15
Set By
Cleared By
Arrival of any Timeout after

start code.
1 second of
no valid packets.
Set on arrival User: use

of last expec- command UR
ted host-cap- (2).
able channel.
Reserved.
The following diagram shows when each bit is set.

DMX Network Packet
Start
code
Byte:
First
data
Data configuration:
COMCTL(1,3),
COMCTL(2,4)
Status bit B(12,0)
Last
data
2
256
Selected data
Bit set
Status bit B(12,1)
Bit
seta
Status bit B(12,2),

e.g., when
COMCTL(3,256)
Bit
seta
a) Bit set when this byte is complete

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511
512
DMXCommands
The following diagram shows how COMCTL(3,value) is useful in applications with multiple
motors.
DMX Network Packet
Start First
code data
Byte:
Data configuration motor 1:
COMCTL(1,1), COMCTL(2,1)
Last
data
512
Selected
data

Selected
data

Selected
data

Selected
data
Status bit B(12,2), e.g., when

COMCTL(3,4) in all motors
Bit
seta,b,c
a) Bit set when this byte is complete.

b) All motors see the bit at the same time.
c) All motors have received their data at this point.
DMXCommands
The following sections describe the DMX-specific commands that are available on the
SmartMotor. The commands are organized by function.
Select DMX Channels

The following commands are used to select the DMX channels:
NOTE: If the input is out of range, these commands will be ignored and issue a
command error. They do not retain any settings between power cycles.
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COMCTL(1,value) Set base channel [value] (1 through 512); default is 1 at power-up.
COMCTL(2,value) Set number of channels [value] to read starting with base channel
(1 through 102); default is 1 at power-up.
COMCTL(3,value) Sync on channel, where value is the channel number 1-512; default
is 512 at power-up. User bit 2 is set when that channel is received. Therefore, a full 512
channel packet will set this bit at the end of the packet.
COMCTL(4,value) Allows for the selection of the aw[] register where the DMX data
begins loading; default is 0 at power-up. For example, COMCTL(4,10) will start loading
DMX data at aw[10].

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The following range checks would apply due to a combination of the previously listed
commands:
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If the value of the base channel + number of channels exceeds 512, then the additional
channels will be ignored.
If the value of the aw[] starting channel + number of channels exceeds 102, then the
additional channels will be ignored.
These checks are performed after commands COMCTL(1,value), COMCTL(2,value) and

COMCTL(4,value).
Open DMX Channel

The following commands are used to open a DMX channel:
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OCHN(DMX,1,N,250000,2,8,D) uses COM1 for D-style motors; by default, DMX on

COM1 is disabled (port closed).
OCHN(DMX,0,N,250000,2,8,D) uses COM0 for M-style motors.
Data begins writing into the aw[x] registers as soon as the port is open and valid DMX packets
arrive.
Any other parameters will result in command error, and the state of the port remains
unchanged. DMX specifies these settings: 250 kBd, 8 data bits, 2 stop bits, no parity check.
Close DMX Channel

The following commands are used to close a DMX channel:
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CCHN(DMX,1) for D-style motors
CCHN(DMX,0) for M-style motors
These commands:
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Stop listening for DMX data
Clear flags in Status Word 12
Values in the aw[] array are left as is

NOTE: Data in the aw[] array may be only partially updated if the channel closes
at the moment the DMX data is being loaded.

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Example Programs
Example Programs
This chapter contains example programs that you can use as a guide for developing your
SmartMotor applications. For more details on SmartMotor programming, see the Moog
NOTE: The programs and code samples in this manual are provided for example
purposes only. It is the user's responsibility to decide if a particular code sample or
program applies to the application being developed and to adjust the values to fit
that application.
32
34
37
40

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Because the SmartMotor has the capability of lowering its own power level and reading its
position error, it can be programmed to gently feel for the end of travel. This provides a
means to develop a consistent home position subsequent to each power-up.
Machine reliability requires the elimination of potential failure sources. Eliminating a home
switch and its associated cable leverages SmartMotor benefits and improves machine
reliability.
The following program lowers the current limit, moves against a limit, looks for resistance
and then declares and moves to a home position located 100 counts from the hard stop. The
figure following the program illustrates these steps.
MDS
KP=3200
KD=10200
F
AMPS=100
VT=-10000
ADT=100
MV
G
WHILE EA>-100
LOOP
O=-100
S
MP
VT=20000
PT=0
G
TWAIT
AMPS=1000
END
'Using Sine mode commutation

'Increase stiffness from default
'Increase damping from default
'Activate new tuning parameters
'Lower current limit to 10%
'Set maximum velocity
'Set maximum acceleration
'Set Velocity mode
'Start motion
'Loop while position error is small
'Loop back to WHILE
'While pressed, declare home offset
'Abruptly stop trajectory
'Switch to Position mode
'Set higher maximum velocity
'Set target position to be home
'Start motion
'Wait for motion to complete
'Restore current limit to maximum
'End Program

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Find home using hard stop

Home offset
1 Move toward hard stop
3 Move out to specified count (home value)
Homing Against a Hard Stop

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Starng posion
4 Set motor posion to zero
Posion aer homing
Physical stop -
2 Bump hard stop

The following example is provided to help you understand position mode control through DMX
code. It is recommended to use three DMX channels for maximum position resolution.
However, just one channel may be used.
Also, note that there is a home to hard stop subroutine embedded in this program. It is
important to always home the motor before executing the main DMX code. For more homing
details, see Home Against a Hard Stop on page 32.
'==================================================================
'Position Mode Example Code
'==================================================================
ADDR=1
ECHO
EIGN(W,0)
ZS
'Set motor serial address as needed.

'This does not affect DMX address.
'Set ECHO on, not required for DMX.
'Disable hardware limit switch checking
'(for demo purposes).
'Clear any startup errors.
'Variables for DMX control:

b=1
'Set DMX base address (valid address: 1 through 512).
n=3
'Set number of DMX channels to use.
'NOTE:Max that may be summed is 3 or 24-bit position unsigned int.
s=0
'First motor array variable index to use starting with aw[s].
'NOTE: aw[0 thru 101] are available
'NOTE: Data ranges for the value of "n" for number of channels are:
'n=1
0 to 255
'n=2
0 to 65535
'n=3
0 to 16777215
m=1
'Scale factor multiplied by data to give target position.
'NOTE: For 2 or 3 channels (16 or 24-bit position), this should be 1.
'For a single channel with 8 bit positioning, you may need to
'increase "m". Jerky motion may result by using just a single channel
'with only 8-bit resolution
'Configure DMX data usage and motor variable storage:
IF n>3
PRINT("n too large.",#13) END ENDIF
'Limit "n" based on a max of 3 bytes.
IF b>(513-n) PRINT("b too large.",#13) END ENDIF
'Limit "b" based on max data slot.
IF s>(102-n) PRINT("s too large.",#13) END ENDIF
'Limit "s" to max array value.
q=b+n-1 'Last data channel used (will be trigger when data received).
COMCTL(1,b)
'Set base DMX channel to value from CADDR.
COMCTL(2,n)
'Accept one DMX channel of data.
COMCTL(3,q)
'Status word 12 bit 2 will be set to the value 1
'when channel "q" arrives.
COMCTL(4,s)
'Set start of array index storage (good for
'bypassing cam mode dynamic array).

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OCHN(DMX,1,N,250000,2,8,D)
'Open DMX channel: COM1, no parity,

'250 kBd, 2 stop, 8 data, datamode
GOSUB(100)
'Always run a homing routine before DMX.
'==================================================================
'
Set Initial Values
UR(2)
'Clear flag so we know when the end of the next
'data packet arrives.
MP
'Set to Position mode.
ADT=800
'Accel/decel value (adjust as needed).
VT=1500000
'Velocity (adjust as needed).
'===================================================================
'
Set up interrupts to linger at higher values:
ITR(0,0,0,0,0) 'Interrupt to catch all motor drive faults.
EITR(0)
'Enable fault interrupt.
ITRE
'Enable global interrupts.
'===================================================================
'
Main Program Loop
WHILE 1
'NOTE: This loop constantly polls DMX data and scales.

'it directly to target position.
IF B(12,2)==1 'Check for next data packet.
UR(2)
'Clear flag so we will know when next packet arrives.
nn=n-1
p=0
'Zero data value.
WHILE nn>=0
p=p*256+aw[nn+s]
'Set p variable for next data value.
nn=nn-1
LOOP
'Loop takes 4 milliseconds when using three
'channels (24 bit).
PT=p*m
'Calculate target position.
G
'Start moving to latest trajectory.
ENDIF
LOOP
END
'End of the main program.
'===================================================================
'
Fault Routine Code (place here)
C0
END
RETURNI
'===================================================================
'
Home Motor
C100
'Set up parameters (edit as required)
rr=-1
'Home direction
vv=10000
'Home speed
aa=1000
'Home accel
ee=100
'Home error limit
tt=3000
'Home torque limit
hh=4000
'Home offset

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'
Home Routine (home to hard stop)
AMPS=512
'Reduce power.
VT=vv*rr
'Set home velocity.
ADT=aa
'Set home accel.
MV
'Set to velocity mode.
ZS
'Clear previous errors.
T=tt*rr
'Preset torque values.
G
'Begin move toward hard stop.
WHILE ABS(EA)<ee LOOP
'Loop while position error is within limit.
MTB
'Mode Torque Break to stop.
MT
'Switch to Torque mode in case bounce off hard stop.
G
'Start motion.
WAIT=50
'Wait 50 milliseconds.
O=hh*rr
'Set origin to home offset.
AMPS=1023
'Set power back to max.
MP PT=0 G TWAIT
'Set motor to zero.
RETURN

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The following example allows you to use up to five channels. The function of each is shown in
the following table.
Channel
Purpose
1st
Velocity
2nd
Accel/Decel
3rd
8-bit position control
4th
+ 8 for 16-bit optional position control
5th
+ 8 more for 24-bit optional position control
In the example code (see below):

"b" sets base DMX channel
"n" sets number of position channels to use (0 through 3)
'==================================================================
'DMXFive Channel Example
'==================================================================
ADDR=1'Set Motor serial address as needed.
ECHO
'Set ECHO on, not required for DMX
EIGN(W,0) 'Disable hardware limit switch check (for demo purposes).
ZS
'Variables for DMX control
b=1
'Set DMX base address Valid Address: 1 thru 512
n=3
'Set number of DMX channels to use for Position control
'NOTE: Max that may be summed is 3 or 24 bit position unsigned int.
s=0
'First motor array variable index to use starting with aw[s].
'NOTE: aw[0 thru 101] are available
'The main WHILE loop will calculate the binary total value of incoming data.
'NOTE: Data ranges for the value of "n" for number of channels are:
'n=10 to 255
'n=20 to 65535
'n=30 to 16777215
m=1'Scale Factor multiplied by data to give target position.
'NOTE: For 2 or 3 channels (16 or 24-bit position), this should be 1.
'For a single channel with 8-bit positioning, you may need to
'increase "m". Jerky motion may result by using just a single
'channel with only 8-bit resolution.
vvv=2000'Scale factor for velocity target times max of 255
aaa=10'Scale factor for Accel/Decel times max of 255

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IF n>3
nnn=n+2
COMCTL(1,b)
COMCTL(2,nnn) 'Accept "n" DMX channels of data.
COMCTL(3,q)
'Status word 12 bit 2 is set to 1 when channel "q"
'arrives.
COMCTL(4,s)
'Set start of array index storage (r bypass cam mode
'dynamic array).
OCHN(DMX,1,N,250000,2,8,D)
'Open DMX channel: COM1, no parity,

'250 kBd, 2 stop, 8 data, datamode
GOSUB(100)
'Always run a homing routine before DMX.
'===================================================================
'Set Initial Values
UR(2)
'Clear flag so that we know when the end of the next
MP
'Set to Position mode.
ADT=800
'Accel/Decel Value (adjust as needed).
VT=1500000 'Velocity (adjust as needed).
'===================================================================
'Set up interrupts to linger at higher values.
ITR(0,0,0,0,0) 'Interrupt to catch all motor drive faults
EITR(0)
'Enable Fault Interrupt
ITRE
'Enable Global interrupts
ss=s+2
'====================================================================
'Main Program Loop
WHILE1'NOTE: This loop constantly polls DMX data and scales it
'directly to target position.
IF B(12,2)==1'Check for next data packet.
UR(2)
'Clear flag so we know when next packet arrives.
nn=n-1
p=0
'Zero data value.
WHILE nn>=0'Byte shifting and summing data.
p=p*256+aw[nn+ss]
nn=nn-1
LOOP
'Loop takes 4 msec when using three
'channels (24 bit).
VT=aw[s]*vvv'Set velocity target off of first channel
'x multiplier.

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ADT=aw[s+1]*aaa'Set Accel/Decel target off of second channel
'x multiplier.
PT=p*m
'Position target is total for data collected.
G
'Start moving.
ENDIF
LOOP
END
' End of the main program.
'===================================================================
'Fault Routine Code (place here)
C0
END
RETURNI
'====================================================================
'
Home Motor
C100
'Set up parameters (edit as required)
rr=-1
'Home direction
vv=10000
'Home speed
aa=1000
'Home accel
ee=100
'Home error limit
tt=3000
'Home torque limit
hh=4000
'Home offset
'
Home Routine (home to hard stop)
AMPS=512
'Reduce power.
VT=vv*rr
'Set home velocity.
ADT=aa
'Set home accel.
MV
'Set to velocity mode.
ZS
'Clear previous errors.
T=tt*rr
'Preset torque values.
G
'Begin move toward hard stop.
WHILE ABS(EA)<ee LOOP
'Loop while position error is within limit.
MTB
'Mode Torque Break to stop.
MT
'Switch to Torque mode in case bounce off hard stop.
G
'Start motion.
WAIT=50
'Wait 50 milliseconds.
O=hh*rr
'Set origin to home offset.
AMPS=1023
'Set power back to max.
MP PT=0 G TWAIT
'Set motor to zero.
RETURN

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The following example will test up to two channels summed together as a single 24-bit data
block. It will provide the time between data packets and the data itself. It is recommended to
use three DMX channels for maximum position resolution.
'==================================================================
'DMXPacket Test Code
'==================================================================
ADDR=1
'Set Motor serial address as needed.
ECHO
'Set ECHO on, not required for DMX.
EIGN(W,0)
'Disable hardware limit switch checking
'(for demo purposes).
ZS
'Variables for DMX control
b=1'Set DMX base address Valid Address: 1 thru 512
n=3'Set number of DMX channels to use
'NOTE: max that may be summed is 3 or 24 bit position unsigned int.
s=0'First motor array variable index to use starting with aw[s].
'NOTE: aw[0 thru 101] are available.
'The main WHILE loop calculates binary total value of incoming data.
'NOTE: Data ranges for value of "n" for number of channels are:
'n=10 to 255
'n=20 to 65535
'n=30 to 16777215
IF n>3
COMCTL(1,b)
COMCTL(2,n)
'Accept 1 DMX channel of data.
COMCTL(3,q)
'Status word 12 bit 2 will be set to 1 when
'channel "q" arrives.
COMCTL(4,s)
'Set start of array index storage (good for
'bypassing cam mode dynamic array).
OCHN(DMX,1,N,250000,2,8,D) 'Open DMX channel: COM1, no parity,
'250 kBd, 2 stop, 8 data, datamode.
'GOSUB(100)
'Always run a homing routine before DMX

'(see other examples)

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'===================================================================
'Set Initial Values
UR(2)
'Clear flag so that we know when the end of the next
'===================================================================
'===================================================================
'Main Program Loop
WHILE 1'NOTE: This loop constantly polls DMX data and scales
'it directly to target position.
IF B(12,2)==1'Check for next data packet.
t=CLK-tt't=time in msec since last data packet received.
tt=CLK
UR(2)
'Clear flag so we know when next packet arrives.
nn=n-1
p=0
'Zero data value
WHILE nn>=0'Byte-shifting and summing data
p=p*256+aw[nn+s]
nn=nn-1
LOOP
'Loop takes 4 milliseconds when using three
'channels (24 bit).
pp=p'Total for data collected.
ENDIF
LOOP
END
'End of the main program.
'===================================================================
'Fault Routine Code (place here)
C0
END
RETURNI
'===================================================================

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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
The following table provides troubleshooting information for solving common problems. For
additional support resources, see the Moog Animatics Support page at:
http://www.animatics.com/support.html
Issue
Cause
Solution
Communication and Control Issues

Motor control power
light does not
illuminate.
Motor is equipped with

the DE option.
To energize control power, apply 24-48

VDC to pin 15 and ground to pin 14.
Motor has drive power

routed through driveenable pins.
Ensure cabling is correct and drive power

is not being delivered through the 15-pin
connector.
Motor does not

communicate with
SMI.
Transmit, receive or
ground pins are not
connected correctly.
Ensure that transmit, receive and ground

are all connected properly to the host PC.
Motor program is stuck

in a continuous loop or
is disabling
communications.
To prevent the program from running on

power up, use the Communications
Lockup Wizard located on theSMI
software Communications menu.
Motor disconnects
from SMI
sporadically.
COM port buffer settings Adjust the COM port buffer settings to
are too high.
their lowest values.
Poor connection on
serial cable.
Check the serial cable connections and/or

replace it.
Power supply unit (PSU)

brownout.
PSU may be too high-precision and/or

undersized for the application, which
causes it to brown-out during motion.
Make moves less aggressive, increase
PSU size or change to a linear
unregulated power supply.
Motor stops
communicating after
power reset, requires
re-detection.
Motor does not have its

address set in the user
program. NOTE:Serial
addresses are lost when
motor power is off or
reset.
Use the SADDR or ADDR= command

within the program to set the motor
address.
Red PWR SERVO light

illuminated.
Critical fault.
To discover the source of the fault, use

the Motor View tool located on the SMI
software Tools menu.

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Troubleshooting
Issue
Cause
Erratic/no
communication over
RS-485.
Solution
RS-485 biasing is
incorrect.
See EIA-485-A standards. Verify that

shunt is used (see System Cable Diagram
on page 18).
Incorrect signal cable

wiring.
See System Cable Diagram on page 18.
Cable lengths are too

long or incorrect
topology.
See EIA-485-A standards. See DMX

NetworkTopology on page 17.
Bus voltage fault.
Bus voltage is either too

high or too low for
operation.
Check servo bus voltage. If motor uses

the DE power option, ensure that both
drive and control power are connected.
Overcurrent
occurred.
Motor intermittently
drew more than its
rated level of current.
Does not cease motion.
Consider making motion less abrupt with

softer tuning parameters or acceleration
profiles.
Excessive
temperature fault.
Motor has exceeded

temperature limit of
85C. Motor will remain
unresponsive until it
cools down below 80C.
Motor may be undersized or ambient

temperature is too high. Consider adding
heat sinks or forced air cooling to the
system.
Excessive position
error.
The motor's
commanded position
and actual position
differ by more than the
user-supplied error
limit.
Increase error limit, decrease load or

make movement less aggressive.
Historical
positive/negative
hardware limit faults.
A limit switch was

tripped in the past.
Clear errors with the ZS command.
Motor does not have

limit switches attached.
Configure the motor to be used without

limit switches by setting their inputs as
general use.
Common Faults
Programming and SMI Issues

Several commands
not recognized during
compiling.
Compiler default
firmware version set
incorrectly.
Use the Compiler default firmware

version option in the SMI software
Compile menu to select a default
firmware version closest to the motor's
firmware version. In the SMI software,
view the motor's firmware version by
right-clicking the motor and selecting
Properties.
SmartMotor not
positioning object at
expected location.
Motor not homed before

executing DMX code.
See Home Against a Hard Stop on page

32.
SmartMotor not
responding to DMX
commands.
Varies.
Check status bits (see Status Bits on page

26). Use Packet Test program (see DMX
Packet Test Example on page 40).

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Connections, Wiring and Status LEDs

D-Style Motors: Connectors and Pinouts

M-Style Motors: Connectors and Pinouts

System Cable Diagram

D-Style Multidrop Signal Cable Diagram

M-Style Multidrop Signal Cable Diagram

Understanding the Status LEDs

DMX on the SmartMotor

Data Storage and Usage

Select DMX Channels

Special Range Checking

Open DMX Channel

Close DMX Channel

Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor DMX Guide,Rev. A

Home Against a Hard Stop

Position Mode Control Example

DMX Five Channel Example

DMX Packet Test Example

Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor DMX Guide,Rev. A

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Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor DMX Guide,Rev. A

5.0.4.y (where y is 3 or greater)

5.16.4.y (where y is 3 or greater)

5.32.4.y (where y is 3 or greater)

For M-style motors:

5.97.4.y (where y is 3 or greater)

5.98.4.y (where y is 3 or greater)

Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor DMX Guide,Rev. A

There is bidirectional, end-to-end connectivity only within the same Combitronic

When a Combitronic network is used in parallel with a DMXnetwork, you can:

Avoid the cost of repeaters.

Gain bidirectional, end-to-end connectivity within the Combitronic network of motors.

Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor DMX Guide,Rev. A

12 SLOT 0 SLOT 1 SLOT 2 SLOT 3 SLOT 4 SLOT 5 SLOT 6

Start code and data channels

DMX Data Transmission

Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor DMX Guide,Rev. A

CAUTION: This symbol indicates a potential minor hazard, where failure to

NOTE: Notes are used to emphasize non-safety concepts or related information.

Other Safety Considerations

Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor DMX Guide,Rev. A

Other Safety Considerations

Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor DMX Guide,Rev. A

Other Safety Considerations

Prevent unauthorized access or changes to the control system or software.

Documentation and Training

The equipment is maintained as described in the documentation and training supplied by

Additional Equipment and Considerations

Unauthorized access to the machine is prevented at all times.

Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor DMX Guide,Rev. A

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Safety Information Resources

Moog Animatics Class 5 SmartMotor User's Guide

SmartMotor Product Certificate of Conformance

Moog Animatics Product Catalog