Auxiliary feedback, Main and auxiliary feedback combinations – ElmoMC SimplIQ Digital Servo Drives-Bell Installation Guide User Manual
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Bell Installation Guide
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Figure 10: Main Feedback- Interpolated Analog Encoder Connection Diagram
3.10. Auxiliary Feedback
For auxiliary feedback, select one of the following options:
Single-ended auxiliary encoder input, for the input of position data of the master encoder
in follower or ECAM mode.
Pulse-and-direction input, for single-ended input of pulse-and-direction position
commands.
When using one of the auxiliary feedback options, the relevant functionality is software selected
for that option. Refer to the SimplIQ for Steppers Command Reference Manual for detailed setup
information.
3.10.1. Main and Auxiliary Feedback Combinations
Main Feedback is always used in motion control devices whereas Auxiliary Feedback is usually
used, though not always. The Auxiliary Feedback connector on the Bell has three bi-directional
pins (CHA, CHB and INDEX). When used in combination with Main Feedback, the Auxiliary
Feedback can be set by software, as follows: