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Part 2: Interfacing and Configuring
Minimum Required Connections
The connections shown are the minimum required to operate the Microstepping MForce PowerDrive. These are
illustrated in both Sinking and Sourcing Configurations. Please reference the Pin Configuration diagram and
Specification Tables for the Microstepping MForce PowerDrive connector option you are using.
Figure 2.4.7: Minimum Required Connections
P4
P3
P1
12-Pin Wire Crimp at P1 Shown.
See Specifications for Pin
Numbering for other versions.
ØA
ØB
ØA
ØB
MForce PowerDrive Front
Stepping Motor
Step
Direction
+V (+12 to +48)
Power Ground
Opto Reference*
1
1 2
3 4
3
2
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* The Opto Reference Will
set the Sink/Source
Configuration of the Inputs
Sinking: OptoRef = +5 to +24 VDC
Sourcing: OptoRef = Ground