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: Tools for starting up positioning systems and adjusting optimal parameters for specific applications. Control Software PIMikroMove
To ensure stable performance, especially in nanometer-scale operations, the software requires a specific computing environment: pi software suite c-990.cd1
is the primary GUI application within the suite. It presents a standard interface for all connected PI controllers. This consistency saves engineering time during multi-axis installations.
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| Category | Component | Description | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | PIMikroMove | The main graphical user interface (GUI) for controlling all PI controllers and positioning systems. Includes features like joystick control, script wizards, and a data recorder. | | | PIUpdateFinder | A utility that checks for and installs software and firmware updates from a central PI server. | | | PIFirmwareManager | Dedicated tool for updating the firmware on PI controllers. | | | PIVirtualMove | A simulation tool for testing motion sequences and analyzing kinematics without physical hardware. In software suite V2.6.0, it replaced the older PIHexapodSimulationTool. | | API & Drivers | PI API Components | Libraries and drivers for integrating PI hardware into custom applications using languages like C, C++, C#, MATLAB, Python, and NI LabVIEW. | | | USB Drivers | Essential drivers for communication between the PC and PI electronics over USB. | | | PIPython | A dedicated Python module for GCS command control. | | Documentation | C-990.CD1 Releasenews.pdf | A critical file included with the suite that contains the release version, system requirements, new features, known issues, and installation instructions. | | | User Manuals & Docs | Numerous documents covering the software components (e.g., SM148 for PIMikroMove) and hardware devices. |
Continuously audits system health and executes automated shutdown sequences if hardware thresholds are breached. 2. Advanced Data Acquisition (DAQ) Module It presents a standard interface for all connected
Testing, system optimization, and manual positioning.
PI actively maintains the C-990.CD1 software suite with regular updates. The latest version, , was released in September 2025, an 801 MB zip archive. This version also includes a dedicated C-990.CD1 Releasenews in PDF format (298 KB) containing all necessary update information.
The utility of the C-990.CD1 release stems from its bundled architecture, providing different tools for every phase of the automation life cycle—from initial unboxing to live deployment.