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TriPod User Manual
AA0277.indd REV 04
Umbilical Bell Explained
Figure 12 - Umbilical Bell
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Additional Components
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Encoder
The standard encoder provides 88.26925 pulses/inch (3.4752pulses/mm) or 353.077counts/inch
(13.9007counts/mm) with 4x quadrature decode. The output is a RS422 compatible line driver.
Note: the type of output is factory configured and cannot be changed by the user.
Encoder readout can be viewed on the hand held controller or through the encoder output located on the
umbilical.
Wiring
Connections to the encoder are done through a six pin circular connector located in the umbilical end bell.
Pin # RS422 Line Driver
1
2
Enc B
3
Enc B’
4
Enc A
5
Enc A’
6
Common
