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Interface Panel
The back panel of the controller provides various ports for
connecting the marker, host computers, logic controllers,
optional accessories, and remote I/O devices. See below.
RS-232 Interface. The Comm 1 port allows connection to
remote serial devices such as a host computer or a bar code
scanner. See Host Communications for details.
TTL Interface. The TTL Port allows the system to connect
with a simple contact closure circuit such as a remote push
button station or foot pedal switch. These types of devices can
remotely control Start Print and Stop Print operations.
Discrete I/O Interface. The optically-isolated I/O Port allows
you to connect a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) or
other DC I/O source for remotely controlling marker operations.
See Discrete I/O Controls for details.
USB Interface. The USB ports allow you to connect an
optional mouse and keyboard. You may also connect a memory
stick/flash drive for pattern storage and retrieval and for
performing software upgrades.
Ethernet Interface. The Ethernet Port may be used to connect
a host computer over a local area network (LAN). It allows you
to define the controller as a client or a server socket using
Telesis Extended Protocol. See Host Communications for
details.
VGA Interface. The VGA Port allows you to connect a
separate VGA monitor for troubleshooting, diagnostics, and
testing. Connecting a separate monitor to operate the system is
not recommended since the MerlinTouch PS software is
specifically designed to display on the controller’s integrated,
high-resolution, touch screen monitor.
(optional) Auxiliary Axis Interface. The Auxiliary Axis Port
allows the system to connect with two optional motion devices
such as motorized tool posts, rotational drive units. Note that
this port is available only
if the optional Auxiliary Axis Driver
Board is installed in the controller.
Discrete I/O Controls
The TMC600 is configured for 12 VDC to 24 VDC I/O only
and is provided to connect a PLC or other DC I/O source. The
optically-isolated I/O Port allows you to remotely select and
load patterns, start printing, stop printing, place the marker
online, and monitor the system output signals. Cable connectors
and connector pins are supplied with the controller for
constructing appropriate interface cables.
Input Signals. These input signals provide the following controls:
INPUT COMM ......... For all inputs (+ or – supply)
START PRINT ......... Begins print cycle
STOP ....................... Stops the print cycle
SEL_0 thru _6 * ....... Remotely selects & loads up to 127*
patterns
SPARE_1, 2, 3 ......... Three (3) spares for use with the Input
command tool or for custom applications
* System software allows SEL_6 signal to be configured for remotely
selecting patterns or for remotely placing the marker online. If used
for marker online, pattern selection is reduced to 63 patterns (max).
Output Signals. These output signals indicate the following states:
OUTPUT COMM ..... For all outputs (+ or – supply)
DONE ...................... Print cycle is complete
READY .................... System ready for message or for start print
command
PAUSED ................. System paused (waiting timeout or
command)
SPARE_1, 2, 3 ......... Three (3) spares for use with the Output
command tool or for custom applications
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