UM0289

Hardware

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Hardware

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MDK-ST10

(Refer to the MDK-ST10 User manual (UM0288) for more detailed information)

The core of the eMotion Kit is the control board which is based on the ST10F276

microcontroller, in which all the driver board management routines are implemented.

Board key features:

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ST10F276 core (16-bit with DSP @ 64 MHz, 832 KB Flash,68 KB RAM)

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RS232

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RS485

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2 CAN

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MC Connector

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3 powerSPIN connectors

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VN808 board / GP connector

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All pin outs available

The board design allows the user to develop a high-end motion control system based on this

16-bit microcontroller. The features of this powerful device allow the integration of complex

routines to create advanced motion control algorithms.

Referring on Figure 2, the eMotion kit uses the connectors PowerSpin_1, 2, 3 as indicated

on the silkscreen of the board with the text "PractiSpin 1", "PractiSpin 2", "PractiSpin 3".

To allow the compatibility with powerSPIN evaluation boards, for each board connector is

inserted a jumper (VCC PRACTI X, located close to the connector) that, if closed, provides

a 5V power supply to the respective board.

Communication with a PC and GUI system is achieved via an RS232 channel through a

standard DB9 female connector and using a standard RS232 cable.