MAC 5000 MAC 5000 Controller System Contents Base System Controller 4 XY Stepper Motor Stage Controller 5 XY DC Servo Motor Stage Controller 5 Standard Stepper Filter Wheel Controller 6 High Speed DC Filter Wheel Controller 6 Z-axis/Focus Controller 7 Video Autofocus Controller 7 System Power Supply 8 Host Computer Interface Module 9 Microstepping Motor Module 10 DC Servo Motor Module 11 BioPoint Stage Module Dual Microstepping Motor Module Analog/Digital I/O Module Objective Turret Changer Module High
MAC 5000 The New Standard of Automation Practical The modular MAC 5000 automation controller system with its stacking module concept combines the well known high performance of LEP systems and practical design in an all new generation of instrument controllers. The LEP design philosophy makes the MAC 5000 system easy to integrate, simple enough for basic applictions, yet sophisticated and powerful enough for very advanced applications.
Configured Systems MAC 5000 • Stacking module design for flexible configuration • Easy access to all connections • No complicated wiring harnesses • Attractive polished aluminum finish • Compact footprint • RS-232 and USB interface standard • CE compliant and ETL listed Specifications Input power................................................................. 90-250vAC, auto switching 150watts Expansion module height .......................................................................................
MAC 5000 • Configured systems simplify ordering • Includes cables and documentation set Configured Systems The configured MAC 5000 systems bundle the necessary components into a single package. The packaged configurations ensure that each controller is suited exactly to the application; there are no unused components that may add to the cost of the system. The preconfigured systems are fully expandable. The MAC 5000 architecture supports up to 20 addressable modules.
XY Stage Controllers MAC 5000 • Designed specifically for LEP stages • Complete XY stage control system including joystick XY Stepper Motor Stage Controller This XY stage controller system is ideal for LEP BioPrecision stepper motor stages. This system includes the components from the 995001 base system, with the addition of two 73005050 microstepping motor drive modules, and a 73000362 XY digipot joystick. This high performance controller is designed for maximum speed, resolution and flexibility.
MAC 5000 Filter Wheel Controllers • Complete controllers for LEP filter wheels • Add filter wheel and mount to complete the system • Includes interface cable and line cord • Manual front panel controls for shutters and position • Visible LED indication of shutter status Standard Stepper Filter Wheel Controller This controller is configured for control of stepper motor filter wheels.
Z-axis / Autofocus Controllers MAC 5000 • Perfect for optical sectioning • Add suitable drive motor or encoder option Z-axis/Focus Controller Single axis motor control for precision focus positioning is a simple but demanding application. This controller adds the 73005056 microstepping motor control module and 73000365 digipot control to the MAC 5000 base system to configure a system very well suited to this task. For a complete focus system add a drive motor and mounting bracket.
MAC 5000 System Power Supply • Base unit required for all MAC 5000 systems • Automatic switching 90-240v input • Quiet cooling fan • CE/ETL compliant Overview The foundation for the MAC 5000 is the system power supply. This module forms the physical base, supplies the raw DC power and the forced air cooling for the system. I/O Connections The mains connection to the system is via the IEC receptacle located on the rear panel.
Host Computer Interface Module MAC 5000 • Compatible with LEP standard communication protocol Overview The MAC 5000 host computer interface serves a dual role. First the RS-232 and USB interfaces provide the means for the host computer to communicate with the MAC 5000 controller. In addition this module supplies regulated power for system expansion modules. The interface supports two modes of communication: an ASCII mode and a binary mode.
MAC 5000 Microstepping Motor Module • High performance control and drive in a single unit • Compatible with MAC 2002 and MAC 5000 commands • Flexible open/ closed loop configurations • Versatile external sync options • Dedicated joystick or trackball input for easy manual control • Processor controlled motor voltage for low current idle mode • Linear microstepping drive for low noise and stability • Command set compatible with DC servo drive 10 Overview For high performance stepper motor control the MAC
DC Servo Motor Module MAC 5000 • High performance control and drive in a single unit • Compatible with MAC 2002 and MAC 5000 commands Overview High speed motion applications frequently demand high performance DC servo motor drives. The MAC 5000 MCDCS DC servo motor controller/driver offers the highest performance while still providing precision positioning control. Like its stepper motor cousin, this module is a totally integrated motion controller/ driver with a full set of control inputs.
MAC 5000 BioPoint Stage Module • Economical two axis motor control solution • High resolution microstepping control • Analog two axis joystick supported • Software compatible with single axis modules Overview Specifically intended to both drive and complement the LEP BioPoint stages, this module is a value priced two axis motor controller. Using the proprietary BioPoint stage connection full XY joystick control is enabled as well as software compatibility with single axis modules.
Dual Microstepping Motor Module MAC 5000 • Dual motor control • High resolution microstepping • Dedicated dual axis joystick input • Each axis independently addressable Overview This module offers the ability to operate two independent stepper motors. Motor resolution is jumper and software configurable. Microstep resolutions can be set up to 200x, which yields 40,000 microsteps with a standard 1.8 degree stepper motor.
MAC 5000 Analog/Digital I/O Module • General purpose analog and digital I/O • Flexible port arrangement • Interfaces to LEP 990034 power supply Overview Frequently there are applications that have a unique control requirement not met by standard automation components. For these applications the MAC 5000 DIGANIO module is available. Whether it's a matter of sensing a safety switch, reading a temperature or controlling a solenoid, this module completes the system.
Objective Turret Changer Module MAC 5000 • Available for 5 or 6 position turrets • Shortest path algorithm used • Additional analog I/O connections available Overview Frequently the final piece of the microscope automation puzzle concerns automating the microscope objective changer. The LEP MAC 5000 objective changer module both senses and drives the objective position. This module is specific for either five or six position turrets.
MAC 5000 High Speed Filter Wheel Module • Supports two filter wheels either as two independent singles or a single dual filter wheel • Operates up to three electronic shutters • Electronic synchronization features Overview • Front panel controls for manual operation The DCFWSHC DC servo filter changer module offers high performance, reliable filter changing. Software compatible with STFWSHC stepper motor filter changer module, two filter wheels and up to three electronic shutters are supported.
Focus Drive Microstepper Module MAC 5000 • Economical single axis motor control solution • High resolution microstepping control • Analog joystick and digipot supported Overview Focus control presents different requirements for motor control; precise, high resolution positioning with a high throughput requirement. This module supports all LEP focus drive motors in either open or closed loop configurations. Digipot and joystick input is available for manual control.
MAC 5000 Standard Filter Wheel Module • Supports two filter wheels either as two independent singles or a single dual filter wheel • Operates up to three electronic shutters • Electronic synchronization features • Front panel controls for manual operation • LED indication of shutter state Overview The standard LEP filter wheel systems are based on a reliable stepper motor drive technology.
Video Autofocus Processor Module MAC 5000 • Robust contrast based focus detection • Selectable focus algorithms • Dynamic focus mode Overview For precision measurements and image analysis, precision video autofocus is a necessity. The LEP MAC 5000 autofocus combines high performance with flexibility to operate on almost all types of images. The autofocus processor module works in conjunction with the 75005056 microstep motor controller/driver to make a complete autofocus sub-system.
MAC 5000 • Interface directly with MAC 5000 • No computer required • Accurate and repeatable control • Programmable features Input Controls XY Joysticks The joystick input devices are available in several different configurations. Three axis joysticks (XYZ) have the conventional XY function with a twist knob on the stick to provide the third axis control. The LEP MAC 2000/2002/ 5000 systems are configured to route the joystick inputs to the appropriate drive axis.
