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The SynqNet Motion Controller

Open, powerful, and economical PC-based SynqNet soft motion controller for OEM machine builders.

Upgrade Path

From ZMP/QMP SynqNet to RMP EtherCAT

Learn how to migrate from the ZMP/QMP SynqNet to the RMP EtherCAT® Motion Controller.

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Key Benefits

QMP / ZMP (PCIe or PCI)

No RTOS required

Achieves superior real-time, synchronous network performance — up to 48 kHz servo update rate, <100 ns jitter — with no RTOS.

Pre-installed package

The ZMP/QMP motion controller card is a pre-installed package with our standalone IPCs.

Hot Swap

Replace a failed node without stopping motion on other axes.

Customizable controller

Controller firmware is customizable via MechaWare (MATLAB), allowing implementation of advanced custom control algorithms.

64 nodes, 64 axes

Supports up to 64 nodes with 64 axes.

64-bit PowerPC processor

Featuring a 64-bit PowerPC processor ranging from 266 MHz up to 1.2 GHz.

Architecture

Interrelationship of physical components

SynqNet motion controller system architecture diagram
  • Motion firmware runs on a dedicated PowerPC processor on the controller card for high deterministic performance.
  • Communicates via SynqNet to devices on the network.
  • User application software and diagnostic tools run in Windows.
  • RapidCode API libraries bridge between Windows applications and the motion firmware.

Migration Path

From SynqNet to EtherCAT

RSI's RMP architecture maps cleanly onto existing ZMP/QMP applications. Most code, tooling, and wiring concepts carry across.

RMP architecture for ZMP/QMP migration

Software

Powerful and intuitive tools

Create motion applications and speed up development.

RapidCode API

Powerful, intuitive API to create machine control applications in C++, C#, or VB.Net. The API is broken down into simple classes — Controller, Axis, Multiaxis, IO.

RapidSetup

Easy-to-use utility for configuration, homing, tuning, commanding motion, and troubleshooting. The always-visible tree view shows real-time status and topology for all nodes on the network.

MotionScope

Plots and traces I/O signal data from any address on the motion controller. Similar in presentation to an oscilloscope; an exceptional utility for developing and troubleshooting motion systems.

Bode Tool

Utility that makes it easy to get frequency-domain data from your system to set up and tune the control system properly.

MechaWare

Enables software and mechanical engineers to design, test, and modify custom motion control algorithms quickly. Leverages MATLAB®/Simulink®.

VM3

View and alter data stored in memory in the RMP, QMP, or ZMP controllers. Especially useful for locating memory addresses for plotting custom signals in MotionScope.

Controller Features

Many motion and I/O features

  • Auto-Tuning
  • Streaming Point Motion (PT, PVT, PVAJT)
  • Pre-Defined Homing Routines
  • Point-to-Point Motion (Trapezoidal, S-Curve)
  • Velocity Motion
  • I/O Trigger-Based Events
  • Path Motion (2D & 3D arcs and lines)
  • Camming
  • Record Real-Time Data
  • Gantry control schemes
  • Interrupt Handling
  • Hot Swap
  • Electronic Gearing
  • High-Speed Position Capture
  • Intelligent Diagnostics
  • Dual-Loop Feedback

Applications

Industries we serve

  • Cutting Machines
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Solar
  • Semiconductor
  • Medical
  • Delta Robot
  • Servo Press
  • Packaging

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