The MC1000e-J joystick controller
is designed for coarse micron level positioning of our 800
and 7000 series actuators, manipulators, and stages. The
joystick control is proportional from slow to high through
the travel range of the joystick motion. A two-position rocker
switch is conveniently located on the top of the controller.
The "rapid" setting is set to maximize speed (1.7 mm/second)
when the joystick is moved to its farthest position from center.
The "slow" setting is set to maximize resolution (0.2 μm,
30 μm/second).
Polarity switches on the junction box allow the joystick
motion to be set to match the output of the device being
driven. This feature ensures intuitive interaction between
the joystick operator and the operation.
The controller uses encoder feedback from the motor to drive
the device. This encoder coupling enables the use of the
DR1000 digital readout for repeated positioning requirements.
The MC1000e-J uses a wall mounted power supply as its source
for clean DC power. All cables are shielded and a central
ground lug is located on the junction-box to ensure noise-free
operation during sensitive electrophysiology experiments.
