DSUB Connector
Note
The NI 9516 requires an external power supply. You can connect the external power
supply to the V
than one external power supply to the module.
Do not connect anything to pins marked Reserved.
Caution
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Figure 2-6 shows a simplified connection diagram.
MDR Connector
Drive Command
Drive Enable
Drive Fault
V
sup
NI Connection
Accessory/
Custom Cable
Drive Command
Drive Enable
Drive Fault
Servo Motor
Encoder 0
Figure 2-6. NI 9516 Connection Diagram
input provided on the DSUB or MDR connector. Do not connect more
sup
Encoder 0 Phase A, B, Index
Encoder 1 Phase A, B
+5 V OUT
Forward, Reverse Limit, Home
Encoder 1
2-7
Chapter 2
Hardware Overview
NI 9516
Limit and Home
Sensors
Power Supply
Drive
Motor
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