Nortech Systems Adept RS-232/TERM User Manual

Adept robots and other motion devices can also be controlled manually when the 

HIGH 

POWER

 light on the Front Panel is illuminated. When this light is lit, motion can be 

initiated from the system keyboard or from the optional Manual Control Pendant (MCP). 
If you have to enter the workcell when this light is lit, press the 

MAN/HALT

 button on the 

MCP. This will prevent anyone else from initiating unexpected motion from the system 
keyboard.

In addition, Adept systems can be programmed to control equipment or devices other 
than the robot or main motion device. The program controlling these other devices may 
cause them to operate unexpectedly. Make sure that safeguards are in place to prevent 
personnel from entering the workcell when a program is running. 

Adept Technology highly recommends the use of additional safety features such as light 
curtains, safety gates, or safety floor mats to prevent entry to the workcell while 

HIGH 

POWER

 is enabled. These devices can be connected using the emergency stop circuitry.

Programs and data stored in memory can be changed by trained personnel using the V

+

 

commands and instructions documented in the V

+

 manuals. To prevent unauthorized 

alteration of programs, you should restrict access to the keyboard. This can be done by 
placing the keyboard in a locked cabinet. Alternatively, the V

+

 ATTACH and FSET 

instructions can be used in your programs to restrict access to the V

+

 command prompt.