Newport RC4006

The Newport RC4006 is an analog joystick accessory that provides manual speed and direction control for motion systems interfaced with the Newport MM4006 motion controller. The handheld unit connects via a 2.9-meter shielded cable terminated in a 15-pin D-Sub connector, enabling remote operation and precise manual adjustments to position, velocity, and acceleration across compatible Newport motorized products.

– Technical Specifications

• Product Type: Analog joystick accessory
• Cable Length: 2.9 meters (shielded)
• Connector: 15-pin D-Sub to MM4006 remote control output
• Compatible Controller: Newport MM4006 motion controller
• Motor Compatibility: DC and stepper motors in Newport motorized products (excludes PM500 series)

– Key Features

The RC4006 delivers analog control signals to the MM4006 controller, which employs a digital PID-FF servo loop with cycle times as fast as 300 µs for precision velocity profile tracking and positioning. Motion control modes include synchronized and non-synchronized point-to-point motion, jogging, linear interpolation, circular interpolation, and 2D contouring for complex motion paths.

The MM4006 supports an extensive command set with variables and loops, enabling sophisticated motion programming without continuous host PC intervention. System integration includes 4-channel analog inputs for data and position acquisition, optional 4-channel analog outputs for motion-related data monitoring, and an 8-line parallel TTL I/O port for external device synchronization and control.

– Typical Applications

The RC4006 addresses fine manual adjustment requirements in research, laboratory, automation, and manufacturing environments. Typical use cases include optical alignment, sample manipulation, and automated assembly operations where high accuracy and repeatability are critical.

– Compatibility & Integration

Direct compatibility is confirmed with the Newport MM4006 motion controller. The RC4006 integrates with various Newport motorized products utilizing DC or stepper motor drive systems. The 2.9-meter cable length supports remote operation in applications requiring operator distance from the motion equipment.