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(5) Monitor mode
The status of the parallel I/O signals, the table position, speed and pushing force can be monitored in
Monitor Mode when the Card Motor is operating using a PLC to control the parallel I/O signals.
A. Select "Monitor Mode" in the "Test Mode / Monitor Mode" tab.
Test Mode
The Card Motor operates based on operation commands from the Controller Setting
Software.
Monitor Mode The Card Motor opearates based on operation commands sent from the PLC to the
controller via the parallel I/O.
Warning
All the limitations are cancelled by switching between Test Mode and Monitor Mode.
The power supply to the Card Motor will be turned off, the table will no longer be fixed and can be
moved by external force or the table's own weight (including workpieces). Ensure that the table
movements cannot cause any human injury or damage to the equipment.
Caution
In Monitor Mode it is not possible to operate the Card Motor using the parallel I/O signals of the
PLC.
Return the table to origin after switching between Test Mode and Monitor Mode.
A