Operating Instructions Chapter 13
DME5000
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13.8.1 Type-Specific Settings
Period Length
(mm)
Type code Resolution
RS-485
(mm)
Resolution sin/cos when counting the 0-
passes
(mm)
1 90h 1/32 0,25
2 91h 1/16 0,5
4 92h 1/8 1
8 93h 1/4 2
16 94h 1/2 4
The factory settings of the parameter 3.1.6 "Period Length" (1 mm) leads to the best
resolution.
The factory settings of the parameter 3.5 "Resolution" (125 µm) must not be changed.
13.8.2 Overview of the Supported Commands
Command byte Function Code 0
1)
Comment
42h Read position.
43h Set position. •
44h Read analog value. Temperature
(°C)
46h Read counter.
47h Increase counter.
49h Delete counter. •
4Ah Read data.
4Bh Save data.
4Ch Determine status of a data
field.
4Dh Create data field
.
4Eh Determine available memory
range.
4Fh Change access key.
50h Read encoder status. Encoder
type=22h
52h Read type label.
53h Encoder reset.
55h Assign encoder address. •
56h Read serial number and
programme version.
57h Configure serial interface. •
1)
The commands marked accordingly contain the parameter "Code 0". Code 0 is a byte inserted in the protocol
as protection against accidental overwriting of important system parameters.. At delivery, "Code 0" = 55h.
2)
In the EEPROM, max. 1792 byte are available for data fields.
Note