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Linear encoders, Setting the display step, Display step, signal period and subdivision – HEIDENHAIN ND 710 v.3 User Manual

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Linear

Encoders

Linear Encoders

Selecting the display step with linear encoders

To select a certain display step, you must define the

following operating parameters:
• Signal period (P31)

• Counting mode (P33)

• Decimal places (P38)
Example

Linear encoder with a signal period of 20 µm
Desired display step ................ 0.000 5 mm
Signal period (P31) ................... 20
Counting mode (P33) ............... 5
Decimal places (P38) ............... 4
The table overleaf will help you select the

parameters.

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