Introduction 1

1.1Product Description

The Adept SmartController is a member of Adept’s family of high-performance distributed motion and vision controllers. The Adept SmartController is designed for use with Adept SmartModules, the AdeptSix line of robots, and the Adept sMI6 Module for the SmartMotion product. All Adept SmartControllers offer known scalability and support for IEEE 1394-based digital I/O and general motion expansion modules.

Adept SmartController CS

The IEEE 1394 interface is the foundation of Adept SmartServo, Adept's new distributed controls architecture supporting the new family of Adept products, including Adept SmartModules, AdeptSix robots, Adept Cobra s600 and s800 robots, and the Adept SmartMotion product.

The Adept SmartController CS is configured for standard applications that do not require vision or conveyor belt tracking. The controller features several high-speed communication interfaces, including Fast Ethernet, IEEE 1394, and DeviceNet. The SmartController offers known scalability and support for Adept’s IEEE 1394-based digital I/O and general motion expansion modules.

Adept SmartController CX

The Adept SmartController CX is a high performance motion and vision controller. It has the same capability as the SmartController CS, plus additional support for an integrated vision option, a conveyor tracking option, a more powerful processor, an additional pair of serial ports, and a second pair of IEEE 1394 network ports.

NOTE: The information in this manual applies to both the CS and CX models, except where differences are specifically noted.

sDIO Expansion Module

The sDIO expansion module provides 32 optical isolated digital inputs and 32 optical isolated outputs and also includes an IEEE 1394 interface.

Customers can access I/O signals from the following points using these products:

•the XDIO connector on a SmartController

•the DeviceNet connector on a SmartController

•the DIO X1-X4 connectors on an sDIO

•a Remote I/O (RIO) device on a SmartModule

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RS-422/485, XSYS, XUSR, RS-232/TERM specifications

Nortech Systems offers a comprehensive suite of serial communication solutions, including RS-232/TERM, XUSR, XSYS, and RS-422/485 interfaces. These products are designed to facilitate reliable and high-speed data transmission in various industrial applications, making them essential for connecting devices in automation, telecommunications, and data acquisition systems.

The RS-232/TERM interface is a widely adopted standard for serial communication, known for its simplicity and robustness. It supports point-to-point communication over relatively short distances, typically up to 50 feet. Key features include a maximum baud rate of up to 115.2 kbps, error-checking capabilities, and a straightforward connection process, making it ideal for connecting peripheral devices like printers, modems, and barcode scanners.

Building on the RS-232 standard, the XUSR and XSYS devices offer enhanced functionalities and flexibility. XUSR, for instance, supports not just traditional RS-232 connections, but also protocol conversion for various serial interfaces, facilitating seamless integration of legacy systems with modern networking technologies. It is particularly useful in environments where multiple protocols need to be managed simultaneously.

XSYS is designed for more complex applications and supports advanced communication features such as multi-drop configurations, enabling it to connect multiple devices on a single bus. This makes it suitable for extensive industrial networks where space and wiring complexity need to be minimized. Synchronous and asynchronous data transfer modes ensure that the XSYS is adaptable for both real-time data collection and standard command-response applications.

On the other hand, RS-422/485 interfaces excel in long-distance communication, allowing for data transmission over distances up to 4,000 feet. They are designed for multi-point connections, supporting up to 32 devices on a single bus through differential signaling, which enhances noise immunity. These characteristics make RS-422/485 particularly well-suited for environments with electromagnetic interference, such as factories or subways.

Nortech Systems’ serial communication solutions emphasize reliability, ease of use, and versatility. With their commitment to high performance and user satisfaction, these interfaces provide critical connectivity in today’s increasingly automated and interconnected world. Whether in data centers, manufacturing setups, or remote sensor networks, Nortech's offerings stand out for their reliability, efficiency, and adaptability, ensuring effective data communication across diverse applications.
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