Applied Motion SWM24IP-3EE - Manual (Page 7)

Getting Started
This manual describes the use of four different drive models. What you need to know and what you must have depends
on the drive model. For all models, you’ll need the following:
• a 12 - 70 volt DC power supply. Please read the section entitled Choosing a Power Supply for help in choos-
ing the right power supply.
• a small flat blade screwdriver for tightening the connectors (included).
• a personal computer running Microsoft Windows 98, 2000, NT, Me , XP, Vista or 7 (32 or 64 bit).
• ST Configurator ™ and Q Programmer ™ software applications, available at www.applied-motion.com/prod-
ucts/software.
• Mating cables are available from Applied Motion, see the Accessories section for part numbers)
If you’ve never used an SWM24 drive you’ll need to get familiar with the drive and the set up software before you try to
deploy the system in your application. We strongly recommend the following:
1. For -Q drives, download and install the ST Configurator ™ software applications, available at www.applied-
motion.com/products/software.
2. Launch the software by clicking Start...Programs...Applied Motion...
3. Connect the drive to your PC using the programming cable.
4. Connect the drive to the power supply.
5. Apply power to the drive.
6. The software will recognize your drive, display the model and firmware version and be ready for action.
Mounting the SWM24
As with any stepper motor the SWM24 must be mounted so as to provide maximum heat-sinking and air-flow. Keep
space around the Drive+Motor to allow convected air-flow.
• Never use your Drive+Motor in a space where there is no air flow or where other devices cause the sur-
rounding air to be more than 40°C.
• Always provide airflow around the Drive+Motor .
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SWM24 Hardware Manual
920-0068B
10/31/2013