National Instruments C Series Getting Started

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Getting Started with NI 9514/16C Series Modules andAKD Servo DrivesThis document explains how to install and configure the AKD servo drives for use with theNI 9514 and NI 9516 C Series drive interface modules.Tip If you encounter any problems during setup, refer to the Tips andTroubleshooting section for assistance.ContentsWhat You Need to Get Started ................................................................................................. 2Hardware .......................................................................................................................... 2Software............................................................................................................................ 3Hardware Installation and Configuration ................................................................................. 4Step 1: Set Up the Real Time System............................................................................... 5Step 2: Connect NI 9514/16 to AKD Drive Cable to the C Series Module ..................... 5Step 3: Mount the Drive and Connect the Protective Earth ............................................. 7Step 4: Connect the Logic Power Supply to the NI 9514/16 to AKD Drive Cable ......... 7Step 5: Connect the NI 9514/16 to AKD Drive Cable to the AKD Servo Drive ............. 7Step 6: Connect the Motor and Encoder to the Drive....................................................... 9Step 7: Connect the AC Input Power................................................................................ 9Step 8: Connect the Drive Communication...................................................................... 11Step 9: Confirm Drive Connections ................................................................................. 12Software Installation and Configuration................................................................................... 12Step 1: Install Software on and Configure the NI RT Controller..................................... 12Step 2: Creating a Project and Adding NI RT Controller................................................. 13A. CompactRIO Controller....................................................................................... 13B. EtherCAT Master and NI 9144 EtherCAT Expansion Chassis ........................... 14C. NI 9146/7/8/9 Ethernet RIO Expansion Chassis ................................................. 15Step 3: Adding an NI SoftMotion Axis to the Project...................................................... 15Step 4: Configure the NI 9514 or NI 9516 C Series Modules.......................................... 17Step 5: Install AKD WorkBench and Configure the Drive .............................................. 20Step 6: Enable and Test the Drive using LabVIEW......................................................... 27Tips and Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 28The Drive Does Not Enable.............................................................................................. 28Using an EtherCAT AKD Drive in Analog Mode ........................................................... 29Cannot Communicate With the Drive Using Ethernet ..................................................... 29Connecting to the PC Using a Static IP............................................................................ 30