Hi All,
I have a 3 axis machine that has run for years with custom motion control software but currently experimenting with Mach3 control. The setup consists of DC brushless motors on the X and Y with a stepper on the Z. They are controlled with DMC 18-6 controller.
I downloaded Mach3 and the Galil plugin, installed according to PDF guide. I first started Mach3 and initially it didn't see the galil and requested that I restart the program. After this I restarted and went to the config-plugin menu and in the drop down I saw the DMC 18-6 option so I selected that. The x axis immediately (or after hitting reset, can't remember) went full speed and I had to quickly hit "big red" to kill the power. I rebooted everything and verified the PID settings through DMC setup. Started Mach3 again and the Y axis took off, so another point for the big red button. I thought to go back in to the plugin config with the controller off so that the motors wont move, but Mach3 doesn't like this and locks up upon starting.
Is there a way that I can safely configure without risk of motor movement or should I un-couple them from machine?
Any ideas on what I should check first on the plugin config? I am sure that I have some settings incorrect but afraid to run Mach3 until I get some guidance.
The machine is very large and dangerous and moves extremely fast during these problems.
Thank you very much,
Bob