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INDEXING OPERATION MODE
In most applications the user will use the drive in this mode. The INDEXING mode of operation
allows the user to execute up to 32 different indexes (distance or position moves) that can be
stored in non-volatile memory. These 32 indexes, plus other motion functions such as Stop, Jog
and Home, are easily programmed either by entering the proper ASCII commands or by using
the PCX programming software supplied with the drive. The PCX software provides descriptive
‘prompts’ and ‘help’ menus to make programming easy. Programming through ASCII serial
commands tends to be more difficult, but is available for the user who wishes to program without
the help of the PCX software.
The INDEXING OPERATION MODE is the most commonly used mode and is accessible by
having the mode select DIP switches set for either the PULSE/PULSE or PULSE/DIRECTION
settings. Both the PULSE FOLLOWER, and INDEXING OPERATION MODES are
operational.
The numeric display on the Positioning Drive will indicate an (E) if the external mode is
selected. This is also the default mode of operation.
In the INDEXING OPERATION MODE the optically isolated inputs and outputs are the
primary source of data to execute motion such as INDEX, JOG, and HOME. With a PCM-1,
additional capability in the form of programs is available.
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