Installation and Configuration
2.4.2. Position Synchronized Output (PSO)
The PSO can be programmed to generate an output synchronized to the feedback position and is typically
used to fire a laser or sequence an external device. Trigger signals may be derived from a feedback channel
or a software trigger. The position synchronized output pulse is generated using high-speed hardware,
allowing minimal latency between the trigger condition and the output.
An RS-422 line receiver or opto-isolator is recommended, especially when using long cable lengths in noisy
environments or when high frequency pulse transmission is required. It is best to locate the line receiver or
opto-isolator close to the receiving electronics.
Table 2-15:
PSO Specifications
Specification
Maximum Input Tracking Rate
Maximum Quadrature Encoder Output
Frequency
Maximum PSO Output (Fire) Frequency
Firing Latency
1.
Signals in excess of this rate will cause a loss of PSO accuracy.
2.
The optocoupler that you use on the output might have an effect on this rate.
Table 2-16:
PSO Output Pin Assignment TB102 (A)
Pin #
Label
Description
2
LP
Connect to laser power for sourcing mode
3
O1
Laser Output 1 / PSO Output
6
OC
Connect to laser common for sinking mode
7
OC
Connect to laser common for sinking mode
Table 2-17:
PSO Output Pin Assignment TB102 (B)
Pin #
Label
Description
1
O1-
Laser Output 1- / PSO Output
2
O1+
Laser Output 1+ / PSO Output
32
Single-Axis Tracking
(1)
Dual-Axis Tracking
-MXH Feedback
with Differential Laser Output
(2)
with Single-Ended Laser Output
Single-Axis Tracking
Dual-Axis Tracking
(1)
(1)
(1)
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Value
16.6 MHz
8.33 MHz
25 MHz
5 MHz
12.5 MHz
160 nsec
220 nsec
In/Out/Bi
Input
Output
Input
Input
In/Out/Bi
Output
Output