IAI America ERC3 User Manual
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1) PIO Connector (I/O) [Refer to 3.2.2 [2]]
The PIO connector is used for control I/O signals.
2) Absolute Battery [Refer to Chapter 6]
This is the battery to retain the encoder information for Simple Absolute Type. Affix it with
fabric hook-and-loop fastener on the side of PIO Converter.
If ERC3 is Simple Absolute Type, it is necessary that PIO Converter is a type that is
applicable for Simple Absolute Type.
3) SIO Connector (SIO) [Refer to 3.7.6]
This is the connector for the communication cable connection with a teaching tool such as
the PC software.
4) Brake Release Switch (RLS/NOM)
For the actuator equipped with a brake, the switch is used to release the brake forcibly.
RLS ···········Brake release
NOM··········Normal Operation (brake is activated)
Warning : Always set the switch to “NOM” in normal operation.
(Keep the chance to set the switch to RLS side as less as possible, and make
sure to set it on NOM side in ordinary use.)
The brake would not work even with the servo OFF condition if the switch is
on the RLS side. In the vertical oriented mount, the work may drop and cause
an injury or the work to be damaged.
5) Absolute Battery LED (BAT)
It shows the absolute reset status, complete or incomplete.
It is equipped if applicable for Simple Absolute Type.
LED
Operation Status
OFF
Control Power Supply OFF
Green Light is turned ON. Battery Fully Charged
Orange Light is turned ON. Battery Charging Operation
Red Light is turned ON.
Battery Disconnected