Ri Interface - Renishaw ATOM Installation Manual

Ri interface

Approved ESD precautions must be followed at all times during readhead and interface electrical connections.
The readhead is connected to the Ri interface via a small, rugged connector to allow for easy feed-through during installation.
NOTE: An optional Ri cable guide (A-9693-2577) is available to simplify assembly.
For instructions on how to install the Ri cable guide, download the Ri interface cable guide (Renishaw part no. M-9770-9478) from the website at
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Connecting the readhead
1. Open the interface housing by removing the two screws shown (4-40 UNC screws and nuts).
2. With the plain side facing up, remove the top half of the housing, so that the interface PCB is exposed and the readhead connection socket is visible.
3. Taking care not to touch the pins, plug the connector into the socket in the interface, ensuring correct orientation as shown.
NOTE: Care is required to hold the assembly together as the PCB is fixed only to the 15-way connector and the jack screws are loose.
Readhead connection socket
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