Brooks Automation
P/N: PFD0-DI-00010, Rev 5.0.0, April 9, 2022
Introduction to the Hardware
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Remote IO Module (Ethernet Version)
For applications that require a large number of Inputs and Outputs, a Precise Remote IO (RIO) module
may be purchased. The RIO interfaces to any PFDD robot and its embedded PreciseFlex™ Controller
via 10/100 Mb Ethernet and requires 24 VDC power. Up to 4 RIO's can be connected to a controller.
The basic RIO includes: 32 isolated digital input signals, 32 isolated digital output signals and one RS-232
serial line. An enhanced version of the RIO adds 4 analog input signals, a second RS-232 port and one
RS-422/485 serial port.
The Enhanced RIO module is pictured below.
Machine Vision Software and Cameras
The PreciseFlex™ Controllers support the PreciseVision machine vision system. This is a vision software
package than can run in a PC.
Cameras must be connected via Ethernet or USB. Vendors such as DALSA already offer a variety of
Ethernet machine vision cameras. In addition, other vendors offer USB cameras that are supported in
PreciseVision.
Precise offers an Arm-Mounted Camera Option for certain robots. Contact Precise for details.
