Adept SmartController User’s Guide, Rev. E 125Using the ManualControl Pendant (MCP) CC.1 Manual Control Pendant BasicsAdept motion systems are designed to allow control of the robot or motion device fromthe Manual Control Pendant (MCP). Figure C-2 on page 128 shows how to hold the MCP.There are two versions of the MCP, the MCP III (also called MCP-3) and the MCP-4.MCP Enable Switch Function on CAT-3 SmartControllerWhen a CAT-3 SmartController system is operating in Auto Mode, the Enable Switch onthe MCP has no effect on the operation. This means in the Auto mode, the Enable switchdoes not have to be pressed to enable High Power, and releasing the Enable switch whilerunning will not turn off High Power. This is true for both the MCP-3 and MCP-4 models.See Section 1.6 on page 21 for more information on the CAT-3 SmartController.MCP IIIThe MCP III has a palm-activated enabling switch that is connected to the remoteemergency stop circuitry of the controller. Whenever this switch is released, High Poweris removed from the motion device. When the MCP is not being used, the operator mustplace it in the special cradle provided or remove it from the controller and install thependant jumper plug. The cradle retaining clip will keep the enabling switch depressedwhen the pendant is not in use. Figure C-3 on page 128 shows how to place the pendantin its cradle.To operate the MCP, put your left hand through the opening on the left-hand side of thependant and use your left thumb to operate the pendant speed bars. Use your right handfor all the other function buttons. The various button groupings of the pendant arereviewed in this section.CAUTION: The new functionality of the MCP Enableswitch in Auto Mode must be recognized by personsfamiliar with Adept systems, and working patterns andhabits adjusted accordingly.
