MC403-X PULSE OUTPUTS / ENCODER INPUTS
The MC403-X is designed to support any combination of servo and pulse input motor
drives on the standard controller hardware. The MC403-X has 3 versions, which are
selected by applying Feature Enable Codes (FECs)
1) 2 axis as either encoder or pulse output. (P865)
2) 1 axis servo with the other 2 axis as either encoder or pulse output. (P866)
3) 2 axis servo and the other axis as either encoder or pulse output. (P867)
The axis configuration can then be set with the axis ATYPE parameter.
The function of the 9-pin ‘D’ connectors will be dependent on the specific axis
configuration which has been defined. If the axis is setup as a servo or encoder, the
connector will provide the encoder input. If the axis is configured as a pulse+direction,
the connector provides differential outputs for step/direction and enable signals. The
encoder port also provides a current-limited 5V output capable of powering most
encoders. This simplifies wiring and eliminates external power supplies.
(1) Servo, encoder and stepper versions of the MC403-X