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PD-1141 TMCL Firmware V1.19 Manual (Rev. 1.01 / 2012-JUL-27) 9
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2.2 Using TMCL Direct Mode
1. Start TMCL Direct Mode.
Direct Mode
2. If the communication is established the PD-1141 is automatically detected and the name of the
module displayed (TMCM-1141).
If the module is not detected, please check all points above (cables, interface, power supply,
COM port, baud rate).
3. Issue a command by choosing Instruction, Type (if necessary), Motor, and Value and click
Execute to send it to the module.
Examples:
- ROR rotate right, motor 0, value 500 -> Click Execute. The motor is rotating now.
- MST motor stop, motor 0 -> Click Execute. The motor stops now.
Top right of the TMCL Direct Mode window is the button Copy to editor. Click here to copy the chosen
command and create your own TMCL program. The command will be shown immediately on the editor.
Note:
Chapter 4 of this manual (axis parameters) includes a diagram which points out the coolStep related axis
parameters and their functions.