Controller box - Revision history

Efeldman at 19:52, 2 September 2011

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Efeldman at 19:49, 2 September 2011

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Efeldman at 21:39, 1 September 2011

2011-09-01T21:39:07Z

Efeldman at 21:38, 1 September 2011

2011-09-01T21:38:48Z

Efeldman at 17:39, 1 September 2011

2011-09-01T17:39:57Z

Efeldman at 17:38, 1 September 2011

2011-09-01T17:38:04Z

Efeldman at 17:28, 1 September 2011

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Jbeck at 18:14, 10 December 2010

2010-12-10T18:14:17Z

Jbeck at 18:13, 10 December 2010

2010-12-10T18:13:02Z

Mfrost: /* Control Board Callouts */

2010-10-01T13:24:02Z

‎Control Board Callouts

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 You may also narrow down your controller type by the type of motor it is using. Note that this will not necessarily result in a perfect match.
-HP Motors go with LC Plus control boxes and Servo box 2 control boxes.
+* HP Motors go with LC Plus control boxes and Servo box 2 control boxes.
-LP Motors go with LC control boxes and Servo box 1 control boxes. The amperage is different between LP size motors, please note it (listed on the motor sticker) before contacting tech support.
+* LP Motors go with LC control boxes and Servo box 1 control boxes. The amperage is different between * LP size motors, please note it (listed on the motor sticker) before contacting tech support.
 [[File:Motors.jpg]]

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 === LC Plus Controller ===
-This is the current LC Plus control box. Note the Blue badge
+This is the current LC Plus control box. Note the Blue badge.
 [[File:LC+_Box.jpg]]
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 === LC Control Box ===
-This is the current LC (AKA LP) control box. Note the Black badge
+This is the current LC (AKA LP) control box. Note the Black badge.
 [[File:LC_Box.jpg]]
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 This is the current MP Control Box
 [[File:MP_Box.jpg]]
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 This is the original RG & LC Plus Control box. It was sold 2007 and earlier.
 [[File:Box2.jpg]]
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 This is the Premium Class console.
 [[File:PC_Controller.jpg]]

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 There are many ways to determine which controller your machine employs.
-'''Note that this list is not exhaustive. Older and less common controllers are not listed here. If you do not see your controller here, obtain any part numbers or markings before contacting support.
+'''Note that this list is not exhaustive. Older and less common controllers are not listed here. If you do not see your controller here, obtain any part numbers or markings before contacting support.'''
 == Types Of Controllers ==

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 There are many ways to determine which controller your machine employs.
-'''Note that this list is not exhaustive. Older and less common controllers are not listed here. If you do not see your controller here, obtain any part numbers or markings before contacting support. If in doubt, take a picture of the controller and send it to support@technorouters.com '''
+'''Note that this list is not exhaustive. Older and less common controllers are not listed here. If you do not see your controller here, obtain any part numbers or markings before contacting support.
 == Types Of Controllers ==

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	You may also narrow down your controller type by the type of motor it is using. Note that this will not necessarily result in a perfect match.		You may also narrow down your controller type by the type of motor it is using. Note that this will not necessarily result in a perfect match.
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		+	HP Motors go with LC Plus control boxes and Servo box 2 control boxes.
		+	LP Motors go with LC control boxes and Servo box 1 control boxes. The amperage is different between LP size motors, please note it (listed on the motor sticker) before contacting tech support.

	[[File:Motors.jpg]]		[[File:Motors.jpg]]

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 The controller box encloses the control electronics, and provides a safe environment.
-[[File:13_0.jpg|thumb]]
+== Types Of Controllers ==
-== Types Of Boxes ==
+=== LC Plus Controller ===
-=== Servo Box 1 ===
+This is the current LC Plus control box. Note the Blue badge
-[[File:15_01box1.jpg]]
+[[File:LC+_Box.jpg]]
-=== Servo Box 2 ===
+[[File:LC+_Board.jpg]]
-[[File:15_01box2.jpg]]
+This is the PCI Card that will be inside the PC
-[[File:15_03lcbox.jpg]]
+----
-=== LC Controller - High Power ===
+=== LC Control Box ===
-Note the '''BLUE''' badge by LEDs
-[[File:15_06hp.jpg]]
+This is the current LC (AKA LP) control box. Note the Black badge
-=== LC Plus Controller ===
+[[File:LC_Box.jpg]]
-[[File:15_04lcplus.jpg]]
+This is the current LC control board inside the box
-=== Premium Controller ===
+[[File:LP_Board.jpg]]
-[[File:15_05prem.jpg]]
+This is the PCI Card that will be inside the PC
-=== Inside a Low Power Controller Box ===
+[[File:LC_PCI_Card.jpg]]
-== Troubleshooting ==
+----
-If you have an LC controller, and you are getting this message, your E-stop is either engaged, or damaged.  Check the E-stop switch. Engage it and rotate it (cycle, or exercise the E-stop). If that did not solve your problem, While looking at the "ready" light, tell the machine to enable. If the ready light blinks once, rapidly, the E-stop is definetly engaged. If the switch appears to be okay, check the motor cables. Loose motor cables will cause the machine to E-stop.
+=== Servo Box 1 ===
-If you have an RG controller (box 1 or box 2), and you are getting this message, your box is not properly powered.
+This is the PCI Card that will be inside the PC.
-* Is the red switch on the front lit? If not, the box is either not receiving power, or the switch is in the off position.
+[[File:LC+_PCI_Card.jpg]]
-* Check that the plug is in both ends, securely.
-* Check that other things plugged into the same outlet are working (to verify the outlet is good, and the breaker is working)
-* Is the box being powered with the proper voltage? a 220 box will not operate at 110 volts, and a 110 box will be destroyed by 220 volts.
-* Lastly, check the fuse. After unplugging the box completely, remove the fuse (located just above the plug recepticle in the box) with a small flathead screwdriver. Check the fuse for burn marks or a broken wire. If the red switch is lit, but none of the green lights are lit, move on to check the cable between the controller box and the computer.
-Check the cable between the computer and the control box for obvious problems. Is it crushed? Is it disconnected from one side?
+----
-If not, disconnect the side connected to the computer. Very closely examine the pins. Is one or more of them bent? If so, the cable will need to be replaced. If the pins on this side look okay, check that the PCI card is properly seated in the computer. If your problem persists, contact Techno Technical Support.
+You may also narrow down your controller type by the type of motor it is using. Note that this will not necessarily result in a perfect match.
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