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ATOM DX calibration overview
This section is a quick-start guide to calibrating an ATOM DX encoder system. For more detailed information on calibrating the readhead see
The optional Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100 *
Move the readhead along the scale at slow speed (< 100 mm/s), without passing a reference mark, until the LED starts double flashing Blue.
If a reference mark is not being used, the calibration
routine should now be exited by cycling the power.
*
For more details refer to the Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100 and ADT View software quick start guide (M-6195-9321) and Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100 and ADT View software user guide (M-6195-9413).
†
The software can be downloaded for free from www.renishaw.com/adt.
ATOM DX
linear installation guide
†
and ADT View software
can be used to aid installation and calibration.
(A-6165-0100)
Ensure the readhead set-up LED is flashing Green along the full axis of travel before system calibration.
See
page 18
to
page 21
Cycle the power to the readhead to initiate the calibration routine. The LED will single flash Blue.
No reference mark
The LED will stop flashing.
The system is now calibrated and ready for use. Calibration values, Automatic Gain Control (AGC) and
Automatic Offset Control (AOC) status are stored in readhead non-volatile memory at power down.
NOTE: If calibration fails (LED remains single flashing Blue), restore factory defaults, see
and repeat the installation and calibration routine.
Calibrate system
for more information on readhead mounting and alignment.
Move the readhead back and forth over the chosen reference
'System calibration', page
23.
Reference mark
mark until the LED stops flashing.
page
24,
22
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