Nortech Systems Adept RS-232/TERM User Manual
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SmartController CS Connectors and Indicators
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6. Ethernet (Eth 10/100) connector
The shielded RJ-45 receptacle that supports 10/100 BaseT ethernet communications.
NOTE: The default IP address for the controller is located on a label on the
bottom side of the controller chassis.
7. RS-232 and RS-422/485 connectors
These ports support RS-232 and RS-422/485 devices, respectively. See
for pin descriptions and locations.
8. XDIO connector
This connector includes 20 signal pairs; 8 digital outputs (100 mA max) and 12 digital inputs,
including four fast inputs (the first four input signals on this connector are the only input
signals that can be configured as fast inputs). The digital outputs are short-circuit protected.
This connector also supplies 24VDC power for customer equipment. See
for more information.
9. XUSR connector
Provides switch functions for emergency stop (E-Stop) and Manual/Automatic interfaces to
external push buttons and other equipment. For example, an external E-Stop can be connected
to the XUSR connector. A line E-Stop from other equipment can be connected. A muted safety
gate that causes an E-Stop only in Automatic mode is included. Also included are contacts to
report the status of E-Stop push buttons and the Manual/Automatic switch.
NOTE: The SmartController ships with a terminator plug attached to the
XUSR connector. The terminator plug must be installed in the absence of
any customer supplied safety to close the E-Stop circuit. For more
information about the XUSR connector, see
10. XSYS connector
Connects to the Power Distribution Unit (PDU-2) in a SmartModule system, or to the XSLV
connector on the MAI-2 in an AdeptSix robot system.
11. XFP connector
Connects to the Front Panel. See
for information.
12. XMCP connector
The Manual Control Pendant (MCP) plugs into this connector. The SmartController works with
the MCP-III or MCP-4. Other Adept pendants will not work because they do not incorporate
the dual E-Stop channels.
The MCP-4 (P/N 90332-12506) requires a special 6’ MCP-4 adapter cable (10356-10400) to
transition from the MCP’s circular plastic connector (CPC) to the SmartController’s 15-pin
D-sub connector.
The MCP-III (P/N 90332-48050) also requires the special 6’ adapter cable. In addition, the
MCP-III must use a small MCP-III adapter module (10356-10370) plugged into the XMCP
connector before the adapter cable is attached.
The SmartController ships with a terminator plug attached to the XMCP connector.
NOTE: The terminator plug must be installed in the absence of an MCP.
For more information about the XMCP connector, see the description of
the Manual Control Pendant in your robot manual.