GMC-SG001E-EN-P-JUN01 Motion Control Selection Guide

5-12 Software
Ultraware
Ultraware is used to commission Ultra5000 Intelligent Positioning Drives (IPD) and Ultra3000 Digital Servo
Drives (DSD). Ultraware provides a comprehensive array of drive configuration, monitoring, and
diagnostic functions, along with an intuitive method to locate the various drive functions and parameters.
Ultraware software features:
• A complete set of troubleshooting and diagnostic tools as well as compatibility with Windows ® 95,
Windows ® 98, Windows ® 2000 and WindowsNT.
• Configuration capability that allows commissioning and programming to be done off-line.
Ultra5000 IPD motion programs are written with the flexible C programming language.
The C programming language features:
• Standard ANSI C programming language support for fast code execution and compact programs.
• Color syntax editor that color codes key words and sections for ease of use.
• Convenient ability to add custom functions like rotary knife and smart belt for greater application
flexibility.
PC Requirements
To use Ultraware software, your personal computer must meet the following requirements:
• Pentium-based IBM-compatible with 50 MB of hard disk space
• 24 MB of RAM (minimum)
• Microsoft Windows 95 or higher
• 650 MB CD-Rom drive
• RS-232 serial port
• VGA monitor
Publication GMC-SG001E-EN-P — June 2001