Okay, first step: read through the entire thread.
I know there are a lot of pages, but you’ll find a wealth of information here.
Then, step by step.
First, what’s what:
>>> ethercat.xml
provides the information for the LinuxCNC EtherCAT driver (lcnc) – mappings of the signals and registers of the servos to the pins in LinuxCNC
>>> your config.hal
Calls to the LinuxCNC components and internal connections within LinuxCNC
>>> your config.ini
General configuration
Setup
1. Connect the servos and troubleshoot issues
> dmesg | grep ethercat asl root
There shouldn’t be any errors here; if there are, you have EMC issues
2. List connected devices
> ethercat slaves
3. Create ethercat.xml
Study the existing templates in this thread
If you don’t understand something, just ask
3. Create your config.hal
Here, too, simply use the existing templates.
Most of the time, you won’t need to change much.
4. Create your config.ini
Here, you’ll need to read through the LinuxCNC documentation.
The configuration is specific to your machine’s setup.
Again, make sure to familiarize yourself with the individual parameters.
If you have any questions, we’re happy to help.
But please start a new thread for that.
5. Start LinuxCNC
If there are any errors, you’ll see a message right away.
And importantly, most questions and issues have already been posted and answered in the forum. The forum search will surely answer most of your questions.
If you get stuck, just ask—we’re here to help.
Best regards
