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Error Light (Red LED) on Galil Motion Controllers
The red error LED has multiple meanings for Galil motion controllers. Here is a list of reasons the error light will come on and possible solutions:
New Features on the RIO Pocket PLC - Real Time Clock, PWM output, and Expanded Modbus capability
The following additions are included in Rev 1.0d firmware:
Sending Email From an RIO Pocket PLC
The RIO family of pocket PLC's has the ability to send emails when connected to a network with an SMTP Mail Server.
RIO Pocket PLC and Power over Ethernet (POE)
POE (Power over Ethernet) is a convenient way to power the RIO-47xxx Pocket PLC. A power supply is not needed at the RIO installation because the power is delivered over the Ethernet cable.
Servo Motor Controller Basics
This article is a brief introduction to servo motor control and explains the different components in a servo motor system and how each component works to create the entire motion control solution. An example system is shown here: 