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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