Using rmctools – Delta RMC151 User Manual
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4. Using RMCTools
4.1. Using RMCTools
RMCTools Overview
RMCTools is a Windows XP*/Vista/7/8 based software package for the RMC70 and
RMC150 series motion controllers.
RMCTools allows the user to set up, display, troubleshoot, program and control all
features of the RMC motion controller. Fully detailed plots of motion can be captured at
any time. RMCTools offers high speed communications to the RMC via a serial USB,
Ethernet, or RS-232, allowing the user to tune even the most time-critical applications.
RMCTools is an Integrated Development Environment. All the editors and tools are part of
the environment and the data is saved as part of the project. Some items, such as plots
and Event Log captures, must be saved separately.
Operating Systems
RMCTools requires Windows XP*/Vista/7/8. RMCTools has achieved the Works with
Windows Vista and Compatible with Windows 7 logos. This means that RMCTools
has passed Microsoft-designed tests for compatibility and reliability on these software
platforms, providing the end user with the confidence that this software will "just work"
on Windows.
RMCTools has been run on Linux under Wine, but is not officially supported.
*Windows XP requires Service Pack 2 or newer. RMCTools versions 3.37.1 (June 2010)
and older support Windows® 2000 and Windows XP without SP2.
Getting Started
Using the RMCTools Interface
Project and Controller Data
Startup Procedure
RMCTools Components
Project
Creating a New Project
Project Pane
Controller
Adding a New Controller
Connection Path
Go Online
Run/Program Mode
Communication Statistics
Communication Log
Axes
Axis Tools
Tuning
Tuning Tools
Tuning Wizard
Autotuning
Gain Calculator
Programming
Programming Overview
Variable Table Editor
Discrete I/O Configuration
I/O Monitor
Program Triggers
Step Editor (User Programs)
Task Monitor
General Tools
Menu and Toolbars
Upload and Download
Error Bubble
Address Selection
Tool
Output Window
Verify Results Window
Actuator View
RMCTools Options
Communication Log
Keyboard Shortcuts
Copy and Paste
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