WARNING: The EQ-IO interface unit (A-5923-0100, A-5923-0110) must never be used for Stop circuitry . Warning: The Equator must always be the cell slave, accepting commands from the master . Renishaw will not accept responsibility for incorrect use of the Equator and EQ-IO interface unit .
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. Information to user (FCC Section 15.21) The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Renishaw plc or authorised representative could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment . EQ-IO - Interface unit user guide...
. or inputs such as start buttons or to other devices such as PLCs or Machine Tool Controllers . Input and output signals interpreted by MODUS only, are not subject to the same signal checks that are within EZ-IO . www.renishaw.com...
Equator Software Suite version 1 .5 .6 with 1 .5 .6 .3 patch applied Equator Software Suite version 1 .5 .7 or later NOTE: For Equator Software Suite versions pre 1 .5 .6, please contact your local Renishaw representative A-5923-0100 (Unlicensed) A-5923-0110 (EZ-IO licensed) V .4...
Relative humidity (operating) Maximum 90 %RH at 50 °C, non-condensing LED colour - Inputs State Green Input on No light Input off LED colour - Inputs State Green Output connected to OUTCOM No light Output pulled to OUTPULL via 10k resistor www.renishaw.com...
Input stage • The EQ-IO input stage accepts 8-24 V logic signals, typically from a PLC or other control logic . Input Characteristics Typical Unit Input absolute maximum voltage (after which damage will occur) Input voltage to activate Input voltage to deactivate Input current •...
If a +3 .3 V to +24 V logic input stage is used by the connected PLC/machine, the 0 V (ground) and signals should be wired directly to the receiving interface as shown . • The output stage may also be used to switch loads such as relays or LED indicators as shown . www.renishaw.com...
NOTE: The output stage is fitted with 100 mA self-resettable fuse. In the event of a fault, remove power, correct problem and then reconnect . The fuse requires a couple of minutes to cool down before it resets . www.renishaw.com...
Equator Software Suite version 1 .5 .7 or later For Equator Software Suite versions pre 1 .5 .6, please contact your local Renishaw representative . The Equator Software Suite version can be found in the settings screen . To open the settings screen, click on the settings button in the toolbar .
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