Quick Guide for. BusLink

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1 Quick Guide for BusLink

2 BusLink Configuration Software Actuators with IC - Integrated Controllers from LINAK can be configured via BusLink software. BusLink is a software tool to set different parameters such as current cut-off, virtual endstops, choice of different feedbacks, manual run, initialisation, service counter etc. 1 Start by downloading the free BusLink software here: 2 Cable connection LA14 LA25 In order to connect your actuator to the PC tool you will need 2 separate cables: 1 USB2LIN cable. 1 interface cable. Before any power supply is connected: Connect the interface cable to the actuator... Start by connecting the two cables. Please note that the cables must be purchased separately from the actuator. LA36/LA37 2

3 ... and plug in the USB2LIN cable to your computer or laptop. Afterwards, please open the BusLink program on your computer. The green diode on the USB2LIN will now flash, but please be aware that the BusLink program is still in a disconnected mode. When changing the actuator s signal cable with the BusLink cable, it is important that this is done carefully in order to protect the plugs and pins. Please be sure the plug is in the right location and fully pressed in before mounting the cable lid. 3

4 Connecting to the BusLink program The actuator has to be separately supplied in order to be configured (12 or 24 V). Please connect your power supply to the actuator. A few seconds will pass before the connection to BusLink is established and the actuator is ready for configuration. 4

5 Configuration The screen now displays two boxes. The actuator can be configured in the first box in order to adapt it to the application. In the second box it is possible to choose between four different feedback options. After setting your parameter values in the Actuator configuration and Feedback sections, please press this arrow to upload the new settings to your actuator. Press this arrow to download the current actuator information to the Actuator configuration and Feedback sections. 5

6 Manual run This tab is used to set basic movement parameters of the actuator. Run in/out will start the actuator in the selected direction and the actuator will run until it is either stopped or until it reaches an endstop. Step out/in is used to adjust the position in small steps in either outward or inward direction. Initialise in/out will overrule the virtual endstops and the actuator will travel to the physical endstop position. Current limit in/out and speed for the manual run can be controlled by moving sliders. Set Limit in/out to define the new operational limits. These are the virtual endstops. Please note that the chosen feedback will follow the new limited stroke length. 6

7 Service counter The service counter is divided in 6 areas that describe the status of the actuator, allowing for easy monitoring of the device. Start/stop data where it is possible to see the total actuator running time. Temperature monitoring of relevant temperatures measured on FET and Microprocessor. Counters are the section where you can read out if there were any communication errors or physical EOS activations. Voltage section with monitoring of over/under voltage. In the current section it is possible to see the performed work, current cut-offs, the max. current measured etc. For better traceability in a service situation, the unique device ID can be utilised as a reference. 7

8 Parallel BusLink 1.19 will recognise when a parallel actuator is connected. The configuration window will look like this: Before entering BusLink mode, all actuators must be disconnected. It is only possible to configure one actuator at a time through BusLink. 8

9 Parallel It is possible to choose how many actuators that should run in parallel. When changing the actuator configuration, it is important that all actuators in the system have the same configuration before the system starts running. Otherwise, the actuators will not run. For more information on installation and configuration of the parallel system, please see page 10. 9

10 The parallel system This is the usage information regarding installation and configuration of the parallel system. The system does not have to run on one power supply only it can be supplied by several power supplies. It does not matter where the IN/OUT signal is applied. The signals of all actuators can be connected together. When all actuators are connected, a Master will be chosen. E.g. with 5 actuators in one system there will be 1 Master and 4 Slaves. If an overload occurs, the running of the actuators will be stopped and blocked in that direction until an activation in the opposite direction has been made, or the system has been powered up again. Actuators will be pre-programmed from our production as 2, 3, 4, 5.. etc. parallel systems. Through BusLink it will be possible to add or remove actuators to/from the system. In case one of the actuators are broken, the system will not move; not even after re-powering. The broken actuator needs to be replaced, before the system can run again. The system will only run, when it is complete. 10

11 Integrated Controller IC is the range of integrated control options for TECHLINE actuators. These options provide easy maintenance, control and installation, and a wide range of customisable settings and feedback that will help tailor the movement solution to your needs and application. These are our actuators with IC options that can be customised through BusLink: N N 2500 N 750 N For more information about the possibilities with an integrated controller (IC), please contact LINAK TECHLINE, or go to linak.com/techline/moveforthefuture. 11

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