User guide
Copley Controls Corp.  5
CHAPTER 
2: OPERATIONAL THEORY  
This chapter describes the basics of Xenus operation. Contents include: 
Title  Page 
2.1: Amplifier Internal Power.......................................................................................................................................................... 6 
2.2: Synchronizing PWM Switching Frequency.............................................................................................................................. 8 
2.3: Commutation Modes .............................................................................................................................................................. 8 
2.4: Feedback................................................................................................................................................................................ 8 
2.5: Operating Modes .................................................................................................................................................................... 9 
2.6: CANopen Operation ............................................................................................................................................................. 20 
2.7: Limit Switches ...................................................................................................................................................................... 22 
2.8: Brake Operation ................................................................................................................................................................... 23 
2.9: Status Indicators................................................................................................................................................................... 24 
2.10: Protection ........................................................................................................................................................................... 26 
2.11: Position and Velocity Errors................................................................................................................................................ 28 
2.12: Communication .................................................................................................................................................................. 31 
2.13: Inputs ................................................................................................................................................................................. 32 
2.14: Outputs............................................................................................................................................................................... 33 
2.15: Regen Resistor Theory....................................................................................................................................................... 34 










