Rockwell Automation 1746-HSTP1 Stepper Controller Module/ User Manual - Manual (Page 13)

Publication 999-121 - December 1999
1-2 Module Overview
Differential inputs are provided for:
• Encoder Channel A and A NOT
• Encoder Channel B and B NOT
• Encoder Marker Channel
Figure 1.1 Stepper Module Overview
Operating Modes The Module operates in three different modes: configuration,
command, and diagnostic. The three operating modes are summarized
below.
Configuration Mode The configuration mode is commanded by setting the mode flag (bit
15 in output word 0) to 1. In this mode, the Module is configured
through the SLC Processor to perform specific operations that the user
desires. The configuration mode defines the basic operation of the
Module.
SLC
Power
Supply
Stepper
Controller
7 to 24V DC
User Power
Supply
The 24V may be obtained from the SLC Power Supply depending on application power requirements.
Motor and translator furnished by the customer.
SLC
Processor
Standard
I/O Module
Optional
Encoder
Optional Feedback Wiring
Control Wiring to Translator
Stepper
Motor
Power
Wires
Stepper
Translator
1
2
1
2
IMPORTANT
The Module does not operate until it has been
configured at least once.