RMP60M and RMP600. The RTS radio tool setter connected to the machine “star point” (the “star also forms part of Renishaw’s family of radio point” is a single point return for all equipment transmission probes. The term radio probe used...
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CNC machine controller. NOTE: When an RMI-Q is mounted outside of the The RMI-Q is designed to be mounted within the machine working envelope, the communication machine’s working envelope.
RMI-Q installation guide RMI-Q visual diagnostics Magnetic label A summary of RMI-Q activity is provided on a A visual indication of system status is provided magnetic label. The label may be placed on any by LEDs. Status is continuously updated and flat metal surface of the machine.
Green/off – Flashing: Acquisition The “PROBE STATUS” LED is always illuminated pending, probe empty. when power is present at the RMI-Q (as the Red/yellow – Flashing: Acquisition RMI-Q does not incorporate a separate ‘power complete, probe full.
Probe status 1, Error, Low battery (SSR): Output stage circuit • = 50 W max. ‘On’ resistance Whilst the RMI-Q is powered, do not switch on/ • Load voltage = 40 V max. switch off output stages to enable/disable them •...
RMI-Q output waveforms PROBE RMI-Q Power SSR/driven Seated Triggered Seated output Probe Error Probe Probe Probe switch e.g. Error switch trigger reseat low signal clear battery SSR open Probe status 1 (level) Normally open SSR closed SSR open Probe status 1...
RMI-Q installation guide RMI-Q seated start option PROBE Triggered Power Seated Error Probe clear switch RMI-Q SSR/driven Error Probe output Probe e.g. switch Probe trigger low signal battery reseat Probe status 1 (level) SSR open Normally open SSR closed Probe status 1...
Switches SW1 and SW2 NOTE: To gain access to the switches, remove the front cover. For more information, see section 4, “Maintenance”. Switch SW1 output configuration PROBE STATUS 1 battery Error N.O. Pulsed N.O. N.O. Abbreviations are as follows: • N.O.
Seated start on “Fast” turn on When seated start on is selected, the RMI-Q will “Fast” turn on provides compatibility with not drop the error line until the radio probe has controllers that have quicker response times, to become seated.
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Dedicated start (level mode) NOTES: In dedicated start, a machine start input is Any change to the probe selection inputs P2 and required for each probe that is configured for P3 whilst the probe is operating will result in an radio turn on.
RMI-Q installation guide Remote external audible output Any output (set to pulsed) can be utilised to operate an external remote audible indicator. The audible indicator must comply with the output transistor specification: • up to 50 mA. 2.10 • up to 30 V.
RMI-Q dimensions 97 (3.82) 44 (1.73) 46 (1.81) 46 (1.81) 2.11 17.5 (0.69) 4 holes 45° M5 × 13 deep on 80 PCD Slot to suit M5 × 16 bolts supplied (two places) NOTE: When using rear exit cable, provide a Ø25 mm (Ø1.0 in) hole in the mounting for the cable...
Depth 44 mm (1.73 in) Weight RMI-Q including 8 m (26.2 ft) of cable = 1050 g (37.04 oz) RMI-Q including 15 m (49.2 ft) of cable = 1625 g (57.32 oz) Transmission type Frequency hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) radio Radio frequency 2400 MHz to 2483.5 MHz...
“Mounting bracket” on page 3-2. Cable The cable for the RMI is 13-core, whereas for the RMI-Q it is 16-core (this is to allow for the extra probe inputs). For further information on the RMI-Q cable, see “RMI-Q cable” on page 3-7. Wiring...
RMI-Q installation guide Mounting bracket (optional) NOTES: Install the RMI-Q with cable exiting from lower side for good coolant run off. Mounting bracket cannot be used with an RMI-Q in rear exit configuration. (0.98) (0.98) 3 holes Ø6.4 (0.25) 3 grip protrusions 100.5 (3.95)
A negative supply can be used when wired appropriately. NOTES: A switch can be fitted between the machine power supply and the red wire, to aid powering up the RMI-Q when partnering. Inputs P2–P4 are the difference between RMI and RMI-Q wiring, as these inputs allow multiple radio probes or tool...
Radio probe – RMI-Q partnership To manually partner a single probe or tool setter with the RMI-Q proceed as follows: The radio probe and RMI-Q must be placed into Ensure the RMI-Q is powered down. acquisition mode. Use Trigger Logic to access radio probe or On the radio probe, acquisition mode is achieved RTS configuration mode.
RMI-Q without the need to power the 10. Leave the radio probe for 20 seconds to go RMI-Q off and then back on for each of the into standby. probes being partnered.
ReniKey can also be used to clear all probe Partnering with common start numbers at the same time. If the cleared radio probe is to be used again with the RMI-Q, it must When the RMI-Q is powered, specific machine be re-partnered.
A ferrule should be crimped onto each cable wire for a more positive connection at the terminal box. Standard cable variants The RMI-Q standard cables are 8 m (26.2 ft) and 15 m (49.2 ft) long. Longer cables are available; for more information, see Section 6, “Parts List”.
Conduit Antenna contacts Cable SAFETY The main power supply to the machine must be switched off before working on the RMI-Q. WARNING Only qualified persons should dismantle this equipment. Faulty workmanship will invalidate the warranty. KEEP CLEAN Liquids and solid particles must NOT be allowed to enter the RMI-Q body.
Failure to do so will invalidate the warranty. Ensure that the O-ring seating on the RMI-Q body is clean, and that there are no scratch Remove RMI-Q cover. For instructions marks which could prevent complete sealing.
For more information, see Section 6, “Parts list”. Radio probe has been enclosed/ Review installation. shielded by metal. Radio probe and RMI-Q are not Partner radio probe and RMI-Q. partnered. RMI-Q error LED Radio probe and RMI-Q are not Partner radio probe and RMI-Q.
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RMI-Q installation guide Symptom Cause Action RMI-Q low battery LED Low radio probe batteries. Change radio probe batteries lit. soon. Reduced range. Local radio interference. Identify and remove. Radio probe has been enclosed/ Review installation. shielded by metal. RMI-Q system status Radio probe is not Use a radio probe with a ‘Q’...
RTS QSG H-5646-8500 Quick-start guide: for rapid set-up of the RTS probe. RTS IG H-5646-8504 Installation guide: for set-up of the RTS tool setting probe. NOTE: The serial number of each RMI-Q is found on the top of the housing.
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RMI-Q installation guide Type Part number Description ReniKey H-5687-8601 Programming guide: ReniKey software (generic). (generic) ReniKey H-5687-8602 Programming guide: ReniKey software (Heidenhain). (Heidenhain) ReniKey H-5687-8603 Programming guide: ReniKey software (Siemens). (Siemens) Styli H-1000-3200 Technical specification: Styli and accessories. Probe software H-2000-2298 Data sheet: Probe software for machine tools –...
Trade marks exclusions from the warranty are if the equipment has been: RENISHAW and the probe symbol used in the RENISHAW logo are registered trade marks of • neglected, mishandled or inappropriately used;...
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Renishaw plc declares under its sole responsibility that the RMI-Q is in conformity with all relevant 47 CFR Section 15.21 Union legislation. The user is cautioned that any changes or...
Radio approval Malaysia: Argentina: CNC ID: C-13041 Australia: Brazil: Mexico: ITF# RCPRERM18-0076 01886-13-02812 “La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones: “Este equipamento não tem direito à proteção (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no contra interferência prejudicial e não pode cause interferencia perjudicial y causar interferência em sistemas devidamente...
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RMI-Q installation guide Taiwan: CCAB13LP3040T2 警語 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機,非經許可,公 司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率 或變更原設計之特性及功能。 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合 法通信;經發現有干擾現象時,應立即停用,並改善 至無干擾時方得繼續使用。 前項合法通信,指依電信法規定作業之無線電通 信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學 及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。 USA: FCC ID: KQGRMI-Q Iceland Israel Liechtenstein Montenegro Norway Philippines Russia Switzerland Turkey Exempt: China Thailand Vietnam...