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Signal Connections 23
Connection to Line Driver Output
To drive the PCI-8102 encoder input, the driver output must pro-
vide at least 3.5V across the differential pairs with at least 6mA
driving capacity. The grounds of both sides must be tied together.
The maximum frequency will be 4Mhz or more depends on wiring
distance and signal conditioning.
Connection to Open Collector Output
To connect with an open collector output, an external power sup-
ply is necessary. Some motor drivers can provide the power
source. The connection between the PCI-8102, encoder, and the
power supply is shown in the diagram below. Note that an external
current limiting resistor R is necessary to protect the PCI-8102
input circuit. The following table lists the suggested resistor values
according to the encoder power supply.
If = 6mA max.
Encoder Power (V) External Resistor R
+5V 0
Ω
(None)
+12V 1.8k
Ω
+24V 4.3k
Ω
External Encoder / Driver
With line driver output
Inside
8102
A,B phase signals
Index signal
EA+,EB+,EZ+
EA-, EB-, EZ-
EGND GND