
Chapter 3
Signal Connections
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NI 951x User Manual
Figure 3-1.
Step/Direction and CW/CCW Modes
Step and Direction Output Circuit
You can configure the active state of both outputs in software as low or
high. The active state of the direction output corresponds to a forward
direction. The step and direction output circuits can be configured in
software for either single-ended or differential output type. Refer to the
NI SoftMotion LabVIEW Help
for more information about stepper motor
signal settings.
Caution
Do
not
connect these outputs to anything other than a +5 V circuit. The output
buffers will fail if subjected to voltages in excess of +5.5 V.
Caution
Do
not
connect any unused output lines directly to COM, +5 V OUT, or V
sup
.
Leave all unused output lines unconnected.
Step
Forward
Reverse
CW
CCW
Direction