Connect the ENCODER Terminal Blocks
The vision controller features four encoder inputs that can be used to connect to either a single-ended or differential
encoder. Using an encoder allows you to specify input and output delay values in pulse counts instead of real time units.
The vision controller is shipped with two ENCODER terminal blocks for connecting encoder inputs.
Note
:
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It is recommended that all terminal blocks be installed to the vision controller, even if no devices are wired to
the terminal block connectors. For ease of installation, the terminal block connectors on the vision controller
are labeled to match the labels on the corresponding terminal blocks.
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Non-quadrature, single-channel encoders are not supported.
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The Laser Safety inputs (L+ and L-) are not supported.
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The frequency of encoder pulses must not exceed 50 kHz.
1. Determine how the encoder device will be connected to the vision controller's ENCODER terminals. Refer to
for common wiring configurations.
2. Use a screwdriver to loosen the wire retention screws on the terminal blocks. Refer to
for terminal block pin assignments.
3. Insert the encoder wires (16 - 26 AWG, solid or stranded wire) into the ENCODER terminals.
4. Tighten the wire retention screws to secure the wire leads in the terminal block; the maximum torque is 0.25 Nm
(2.2 in-lb).
5. Insert the terminal blocks into the corresponding ENCODER terminal block connectors on the vision controller,
and push in until firmly seated.
6. Connect the other end of the encoder wires to the encoder.
7. Connect the encoder's ground wire to the Frame Ground terminal (Pin 3) on the vision controller's 24VDC power
connector. Refer to the
24VDC Power Connector Terminal Assignments
for power connector pin
assignments.
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