• Delete parameter input and show
parameter number
• Algebraic sign
• Reduce parameter value
• Decimal point
• Increase parameter value
1)
Only in linear measurement mode.
IndicatorMeaning
REFIf the decimal point is also blinking:
Display is waiting for reference mark
traversing. If decimal point is not blinking:
Reference mark has been traversed—display
stores datum points in nonvolatile memory
Blinking: display is waiting for ENT or
CL to be depressed
inchPosition values in inches
1)
1 / 2Selected datum point
1)
PRINT "Linear measurement”
Blinking: Display is waiting for ENT to
be pressed for data output
“Angular measurement”
Measured value output with MOD key
SETBlinking: Display is waiting for input values
< / = / >Sorting and tolerance checking:
measured value smaller than lower limit /
within the limits / greater than upper limit
/
MAX /Series of measurements: Minimum /
MIN
maximum / greatest difference (MAX–MIN) /
current measured value
1)
DIFF / ACTL
Blinking: Confirm selection or deselect
function
START
1)
Series of measurements is running
Blinking: Display is waiting for signal to
start series of measurements
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Items supplied with ND 281 B
ND 281 BMeasured value display unit,
benchtop model
Encoder input
11 µAPP/1 V
Power cord3 m (9.9 ft)
User's ManualND 281B
Items Supplied
Adhesive plug-in feetFor stacking ND 281B units
PP
This manual is for the ND 281 B measured value
display with the following software number or higher:
349 797-01
Id. Nr. 344 996-xx
The software number is indicated on a label on the
4
rear panel.
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Contents
Working with the ND Display Units
Encoders6
Reference Marks7
Switch-On, Traversing the Reference Marks8
Datum Setting9
Finding Minimum and Maximum Values
Sorting and Tolerance Checking13
Measured Value Output14
Display Freeze15
Error Messages16
Linear Encoders28
Angle Encoders33
Nonlinear Axis Error Compensation34
RS-232-C/V.24 Interface (X31)38
Switching Inputs and Outputs EXT (X41)43
Locking the Keypad48
Displaying the Software Version49
Distance-to-Go Mode50
Specifications51
Dimensions52
Contents
1)
Only in linear measurement mode
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Position Encoders
The ND 281 B display unit is designed for use with photoelectrical linear or angular encoders with sinusoidal signals:
primarily for HEIDENHAIN MT length gauges.
When shipped by HEIDENHAIN, the display units are set to the
linear measurement mode.
You can switch between the linear and angular modes by
Position Encoders
entering the code number 415263 (see “Linear/Angular
Measurement Modes”).
On the back of the display you will find two flange sockets for
connecting the encoder: X1 for encoders with 11 µA
dal current signals and X2 for 1 V
Before shipping, HEIDENHAIN activates the encoder connection X1 for 11 µA
P02 you can activate the encoder input that matches your
encoder (see “Operating Parameters”).
sinusoidal current signals. With parameter
PP
sinusoidal voltage signals.
PP
sinusoi-
PP
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Reference Marks
The MT length gauges have one reference mark. The scales of
other photoelectric linear or angular encoders can contain one
reference mark or many
distance-coded
reference marks.
If there is an interruption of power, the relationship between the
position of the length gauge and the displayed position value is
lost. The reference marks on the position encoders and the REF
reference mark evaluation feature enable the display unit to
quickly reestablish this relationship again when the power is
restored.
When a reference mark is crossed over, a signal is generated
which identifies that position as a reference point. At the same
time, the display unit restores the relationship between length
gauge position and display values which you last defined by
setting the datum.
To restore the datum on scales with distance-coded reference
marks, you only need to traverse a maximum of 20 mm for
linear encoders, and 10° or 20° for angle encoders, depending
on the model.
Scale inDistance-coded
linear encoderreference marks
Reference Marks
Reference mark
Reference marks on linear encoders
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Switch-On, Traversing the Reference Marks
REF Mode
➤➤
➤
➤➤
0
ENT...CL
5 , 6 9 7
Switch-On, Traversing the Reference Marks
For automation purposes, crossing over the reference marks
and the display ENT ... CL can be disabled with parameter P82.
Turn on the power.
1
(Switch located on rear panel.)
• ND 281 B appears for two seconds.
• ENT ... CL
• REF indicator is blinking.
Switch-on the reference mark evaluation
function.
• The position value that was last
assigned to the reference mark
position is displayed.
• REF indicator lights up.
• Decimal point is blinking.
Cross over the reference mark.
Move the plunger until the display starts
counting and the decimal point stops blink-
⇔
ing. The display is now ready for operation.
1)
appears.
Crossing over the reference marks automatically switches the
display to REF mode: The last assignment of display values to
length gauge positions is stored in nonvolatile memory.
1)
Press the CL key if you choose not to traverse the reference
marks. Note that, in this case, the relationship between
length gauge position and display value will be lost if the
power is interrupted or if the unit is switched off.
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Datum Setting
The datum setting procedure assigns a display value to a
known position. With the ND 200 series, you can set two
separate datum points.
There are several ways to set the datum:
• Enter a numerical value, or
• Transfer a value from an operating parameter
(see P79, P80), or
• By external signal
Select datum 1 or 2.
Enter numerical value (here, 5).
5
You can switch between datums 1 and 2 as desired. Datum 2
can be used, for example, for working with incremental dimensions.
When you switch back to datum 1, the display unit resumes
display of the encoder's actual position.
SET blinks.
Confirm the entered numerical value.
Z
?
?
?
?
?
Without datum setting: unknown assignment of measured
values to positions
Datum Setting
After datum setting: Assignment of measured values to
positions
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Finding Minimum and Maximum Values from a
Series of Measurements
After a series of measurements has been started, the display
transfers the first measured value to the memory for minimum
and maximum values. Every 0.55 ms, the display compares the
current measured value with the memory contents: A new
value is stored if it is greater than the stored maximum value or
smaller than the stored minimum value. At the same time, the
display calculates and stores the difference DIFF between the
current MIN and MAX values.
DisplayMeaning
MINMinimum value from the series of measurements
MAXMaximum value from the series of measurements
DIFFDifference MAX – MIN
ACTLCurrent measured value
Starting the measurement series and selecting the display
Finding Minimum and Maximum Values
You can start the series of measurements either by pressing
MOD and selecting the desired display— as described on the
following pages— or by external signal over the switchinginputs at the D-sub connection EXT (X41, see “Switching
Inputs and Outputs”).
1)
MAX
ACTL
Series of measurements: The MIN, MAX and DIFF values of an
uneven surface
DIFF
MIN
10
When a series of measurements is started, the internal MIN/
MAX/DIFF memory is reset.
1)
Only in the linear measurement mode.
Example: Measurement series for determining eccentricity
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Starting a series of measurements
Switching between MIN, MAX, DIFF and ACTL displays
Repeatedly
MOD
MAX
Repeatedly
Select the display for a series of measurements.
The selected indicator blinks (here, MAX).
Confirm selection.
... until the START indicator blinks.
MOD
START
Start the series of measurements.
Indicator preselection
Press MOD to start the series of measurements and select the
display with the indicators.
Operating parameter P86 allows you to define which indicator
is displayed first when MOD is pressed.
It is not possible to switch between the displays as
described below if the switching input for external
control of the series of measurements (pin 6 on
D-sub connection EXT) is active.
As an alternative, you can select the display with operating
parameter P21 (see “Operating Parameters”).
Repeatedly
MOD
MIN
The display now shows the smallest value measured during the
current series of measurements.
Select the new display of a series of
measurements.
The selected indicator blinks (here, MIN).
Confirm the change.
Finding Minimum and Maximum Values
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Starting a new series of measurements
Repeatedly
MOD
START
Ending a series of measurements
Repeatedly
MOD
Select the indicator START.
The indicator START blinks.
Start a new series of measurements.
Select the active indicator (MIN, ACTL,
MAX, DIFF).
The indicator that lit up last blinks.
End the series of measurements.
Finding Minimum and Maximum Values
or
Repeatedly
MOD
START
Select the indicator START.
The START indicator blinks.
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End the series of measurements.
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Sorting and Tolerance Checking
In the sorting and tolerance checking mode, the display unit
compares the displayed value with the programmed upper and
lower sorting limits. The sorting and tolerance checking mode is
enabled and disabled with operating parameter P17.
Entering sorting limits
Sorting limits are entered in operating parameters P18 and P19
(see “Operating Parameters”).
Sorting signals
The indicators and switching outputs at D-sub connection EXT
(see section on X41) sort the display value into one of three
classes.
DisplayMeaning
=Measured value is within sorting limits
<Measured value is smaller than lower sorting limit
>Measured value is greater than upper sorting limit
Operating parameters for sorting and tolerance checking
For technical information on the RS-232-C/V.24 data
interface (X31), information on the data format, etc.,
see the chapter “RS-232-C/V.24 Interface (X31).”
Measured values can be output over the RS-232-C/V.24
interface (X31), for example to a printer or PC.
There are several ways to start measured value output:
➤➤
➤ In the linear measurement mode:
➤➤
Measured Value Output
Press MOD repeatedly until the PRINT indicator blinks,
then start measured value output with ENT.
In the angular measurement mode:
Press the MOD key (this feature can be disabled with the
operating parameter 86).
or
➤➤
➤ Input the command STX (Ctrl B) over the RXD input of the
➤➤
RS-232-C/V.24 interface (X31);
or
➤➤
➤ Input a signal for measured data output (Pulse or Contact)
➤➤
at the D-sub connection EXT (X41).
PC
START PRINT
MOD
in.
123
0.–CL
REF21SET
=
<>
HEIDENHAIN
MIN ACTL MAX DIFF
789
456
The RS-232-C/V.24 interface (X31) enables you to connect a
printer or a PC to your display unit
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Display Freeze
With the latch command, the display can be stopped for any
period of time. The internal counter remains active. Parameter
P23 selects the “display freeze” mode and offers three
settings:
• Concurrent display, no display freeze— the display value
is the current measured value.
• Frozen display— display value is frozen and is updated with
each signal for measured value output.
• Frozen/concurrent display— display remains frozen as
long as the latch signal is present; after the signal, the
display resumes continuous display of the current measured values.
Position
Latch
signal
Frozen
display
Display Freeze
Frozen/
concurrent
display
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Error Messages
DisplayEffect/Cause
RS232 FASTCommand for measured value
output followed too quickly by
another.
1)
SIGNALEncoder signal is too weak.
Error Messages
The scale may be contaminated.
DSR.MISSINGThe connected device has not sent
a DSR signal.
1)
REF. ERR.The spacing of the reference marks
as defined in P43 is not the actual
spacing.
1)
FORMAT ERR.Data format, baud rate, etc. do not
1)
match.
FREQUENCYInput frequency too high for encoder
input. Traversing speed may be too
1)
fast.
MEMORY ERR.Checksum error: Check the datum,
operating parameters and compensation values for nonlinear axis error
compensation. If this error recurs,
contact your service agency!
1)
These errors are important for the attached device. The
error signal (pin 19) at D-sub connection EXT is active.
Other Error Displays
If “OVERFLOW” appears, the measured value is too large or
too small:
➤➤
➤ Set a new datum.
➤➤
or
➤➤
➤ Traverse back.
➤➤
1)
If all sorting signals light up, the upper sorting limit is smaller
than the lower limit:
➤➤
➤ Change operating parameters P18 and/or P19.
➤➤
To clear error messages:
Once you have removed the cause of the error:
➤➤
➤ Clear the error message with the CL key.
➤➤
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Rear Panel
Ports X1, X2, X31 and X41 comply with the
recommendations in EN 50 178 for separation
from line power.
Encoder input X1
HEIDENHAIN flange socket9-pin
Input signals11 µA
Maximum encoder cable length30 m (98.5 ft)
Maximum input frequency100 kHz
Encoder input X2
HEIDENHAIN flange socket12-pin
Input signals1 V
Maximum encoder cable length60 m (197 ft)
Maximum input frequency500 kHz
PP
Rear Panel, Accessories
PP
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Rear Panel
Ports X1 X2, X31 and X41 comply with the
recommendations in EN 50 178 for separation
from line power.
RS-232-C/V.24 data interface (X31)
25-pin D-sub connection (female)
Switching inputs and outputs EXT (X41)
25-pin D-sub connection (male)
Rear Panel, Accessories
Accessories
Connecting elements
Connector (female)25-pin for D-sub connection X41
Id. Nr. 249 154 ZY
Connector (male)25-pin for D-sub connection X31
Id. Nr. 245 739 ZY
Data interface cable,3 m (9.9 ft), 25-pin for D-sub con-
completenection X31, Id. Nr. 274 545-01
Power switch
Data interface
Ground
connection
Input X1 for one
HEIDENHAIN
encoder
11 µA
PP
D-sub
connection
Input X2 for one
HEIDENHAIN
encoder
1 V
PP
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Mounting
You can fasten the ND 281 B from below by using M4 screws
(see illustration at right).
ND 281 B display units are stackable. Adhesive plug-in feet
(supplied with your unit) prevent the stacked units from being
moved out of place.
172 ± 0.2
6.77 ± .008"
Hole positions for mounting the ND display unit
15°
140 ± 0.2
5.51 ± .008"
Mounting
Alternatives of stacking the display units
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Power Connection
The rear panel of the ND 281 B contains a connecting jack for
a power cord with Euro connector (power cord supplied with
the delivery).
Minimum cross section of the power cord: 0.75 mm
Power supply: 100 Vac to 240 Vac (–15% to +10%)
Power supply: 50 Hz to 60 Hz (± 2 Hz)
Power Connection
A voltage selector is therefore not necessary.
Danger of electrical shock!
Unplug the power cord before opening the
housing. Connect the grounding conductor.
Do not interrupt the grounding conductor.
Danger to internal components!
Do not engage or disengage any connections
while the unit is under power. Use only original
replacement fuses.
To increase noise immunity, connect the ground
terminal on the rear panel to the central ground
point of the machine.
(Minimum cross-section: 6 mm
20
2
2
)
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Linear/Angular Measuring Modes
You can select the linear measuring mode or angular
measuring mode by entering the code number 415263:
➤ Select the user parameter P00 CODE
(see “Operating Parameters“).
➤ Enter the code number 415263.
➤ Confirm your entry with ENT.
➤ With the “.” or “–” key, select the ND LENGTH or
ND ANGLE mode, respectively.
➤ Confirm your selection with ENT.
➤ The display unit resets itself.
➤ For further procedure, see “Switch-on, Traversing the
Reference Marks.”
Linear/Angular Measuring Modes
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Operating Parameters
Operating parameters allow you to modify the operating
characteristics of your ND display unit and define the
evaluation of the encoder signals.
Operating parameters are designated by:
• the letter P,
• a two-digit parameter number, and
• an abbreviation.
Example:P01 INCH
Operating Parameters
The factory settings of the operating parameters are
indicated in the parameter list (see “List of Operating
Parameters”) in boldface type.
Parameters consist of “user parameters” and “protected
operating parameters,” which can only be accessed by
entering a code number.
User parameters
User parameters are operating parameters that can be
changed without entering the code number:
P00 to P30, P50, P51, P79, P86, P98
The functions of the individual user parameters are detailed in
the list of operating parameters (see “List of Operating
Parameters”).
To access a user parameter ...
... after switching on the display:
While ENT ... CL is
displayed:
Display first user parameter.
MOD
... during operation:
Together:
Display first user parameter.
MOD
To go directly to a user parameter:
Together:
Press and hold CL while entering the first
digit of the parameter number (here, 1).
Enter the second digit of the parameter
number (here, 9).
The display shows the selected user
parameter.
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Code number for changing protected operating
parameters
If you wish to change protected operating parameters, you
must first enter the code number 95 148:
➤➤
➤ Select the user parameter P00 CODE.
➤➤
➤➤
➤ Enter the code number 9 51 48.
➤➤
➤➤
➤ Confirm entry with ENT.
➤➤
Parameter P30 appears on the display. By paging through the
list of operating parameters you can display— and, if
necessary, change— each protected operating parameter and,
of course, each user parameter.
Once you have entered the code number, the
protected operating parameters remain accessible
until the display unit is switched off.
Functions for changing the operating parameters
FunctionKey
Page forward
in the list of operating parameters
Page backward
in the list of operating parameters
Reduce parameter value
Increase parameter value
Correct entry and
display parameter designations
Confirm change or numerical entry,
leave list of operating parameters
A changed parameter is stored as soon as you
• leave the list of operating parameters
or
• page forward or backward after the change.
MOD
Operating Parameters
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List of Operating Parameters
ParameterSettings / Function
P00 CODEEnter a code number:
9 51 48:To change the protected
41 52 63: To select the linear or angular
10 52 96: Nonlinear axis error
24 65 84: To lock the keyboard
66 55 44: To show the software version
24 65 82: Distance-to-go display
Enter numerical value for
datum setting over switching input
or with ENT key
ParameterSettings / Function
P80 ENT-CLSet display
No set/Set with
CL/ENTCL-ENT OFF
Zero reset with CL
setting disabled with ENTCL......ON
Zero reset with CL and set with
ENT to value selected in P79CL-ENT ON
P82 DISPL.ON Message after switch-on
ENT...CL messageMESSAGE ONNo messageMESSG. OFF
P85 EXT.REFExternal REF
REF over D-sub port EXTEXT.REF ON
No REF over D-sub port EXT EXT.REF OFF
P86 MODIn the linear measurement mode
First indicator after pressing MOD
START PRINT
MIN ACTL MAX DIFF
In the angular measurement mode
PRINT via MOD disabledPRINT OFF
PRINT via MOD enabledPRINT ON
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ParameterSettings / Function
P98 LANGUA.Conversational language
GermanLANGUAGE D
EnglishLANGUAGE GB
FrenchLANGUAGE F
ItalianLANGUAGE I
DutchLANGUAGE NL
SpanishLANGUAGE E
DanishLANGUAGE DK
SwedishLANGUAGE S
FinnishLANGUAGE FI
CzechLANGUAGE CZ
PolishLANGUAGE PL
HungarianLANGUAGE H
PortugueseLANGUAGE P
List of Operating Parameters
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Linear Encoders
The ND 281 B display unit is designed for use together with
photoelectrical encoders with sinusoidal signals— 11 µA
1V
.
PP
Display step with linear encoders
You can select a specific display step by adapting the
Linear Encoders
following operating parameters:
• Signal period (P31)
• Counting mode (P33)
• Decimal places (P38)
Example
Linear encoder with a signal period of 10 µm
Desired display step................. 0.000 5 mm
Signal period (P31) ................... 10
Counting mode (P33) ............... 5
Decimal places (P38) ................ 4
The tables on the following pages will help you to select the
appropriate parameter settings.
PP
or
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Recommended parameter settings for HEIDENHAIN linear encoders with 11 µA
If you want to use the nonlinear axis error
compensation feature, you must:
•Activate the feature with operating parameter
40 (see “Operating Parameters”),
•Traverse the reference marks after switching
on the display unit,
•enter a compensation value table
Your machine may have a nonlinear axis error due to factors
such as axis sag or leadscrew errors. Such deviations are
usually measured with a comparator measuring system (such
as the HEIDENHAIN VM 101).
In the linear measurement mode:
You can make a compensation value table with 64
compensation values.
In the angular measurement mode:
Nonlinear Axis Error Compensation
You can make a compensation value table with 72
compensation points (point spacing: 5 degrees).
You select the compensation table through P00 CODE and by
entering the code number 10 52 96 (see Operating
Parameters).
Ascertaining the compensation values
To ascertain the compensation values (e.g. with a VM 101)
you must select the compensation table and then press the
“–” key to select the REF display.
The letter “R” at the left of the display indicates that the
displayed position value is given with respect to the reference
mark. If “R” blinks, you must traverse the reference mark.
Entries in the compensation value table
1)
• Datum
:
Here you enter the point at which the compensation is to
begin. This point indicates the absolute distance to the
reference point.
Do not change the datum after measuring the axis
error and before entering the axis error into the
compensation table.
• Spacing of the compensation points
1)
:
The spacing of the compensation points is expressed as:
Spacing = 2
Enter the value of the exponent
x
[µm].
x
in into the compensation
value table.
Minimum input value: 6 (= 0.064 mm)
Maximum input value:20 (= 1048.576 mm)
Example: 900 mm traverse with 15 compensation points
==> 60.000 mm spacing between points.
Nearest power of two: 2
16
= 65.536 mm (see
“Table for determining the point spacing”)
Input value in the table: 16
• Compensation value:
You enter the measured compensation value (in millimeters) for the displayed compensation point. Compensation point 0 always has the value 0 and cannot be changed.
Selecting the compensation table, entering an axis correction
together
with
Select the operating parameters.
MOD
Select P00 CODE.
P00 CODE
Enter the code number 10 52 96,
confirm with ENT.
DATUM (shown for approx. two seconds)
Nonlinear Axis Error Compensation
MOD
SPACING
1)
Enter the active datum for the error on
the axis to be confirmed, e.g. 27 mm.
Press MOD to select the next input box.
Enter the spacing of the compensation
4 x
MOD
points on the axis to be corrected, for
example 2
10
µm (equals 1.024 mm).
Press MOD four times to select COMP.
NR. 01. (You cannot enter values in the
POS. NR. 00, COMP. NR. 00 and POS.
NR. 01 boxes.)
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COMP. NR. 01
Enter the associated compensation value,
e.g. 0.01 mm. Press MOD twice to
2 x
MOD
select COMP. NR. 02. (You cannot enter
any values in the POS. NR. 02 box).
COMP. NR. 02
Enter all further compensation points.
If you want so select a compensation
2 x
MOD
point directly, press CL and
simultaneously enter the desired
1)
compensation point number.
Conclude entry.
1)
Only in the linear measurement mode
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Deleting a compensation value table
together
with
P00 CODE
DATUM
DELETE
Select the operating parameters.
MOD
Select P00 CODE.
Enter the code number 10 52 96,
confirm with ENT.
Select the “delete” function.
Confirm with ENT or cancel with CL.
Exit the compensation table mode.
Nonlinear Axis Error Compensation
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RS-232-C/V.24 Data Interface (X31)
The RS-232-C/V.24 interface (X31) of your display unit enables
you to output measured data in ASCII format, for example to a
printer or PC.
Connecting cable
You can use a connecting cable with full wiring (figure at
upper right) or simplified wiring (below right). A cable with full
wiring is available from HEIDENHAIN (Id. Nr. 274 545-...). On
this type of cable, pin 6 and pin 8 are additionally connected
over a jumper.
Maximum cable length: 20 m (66 ft)
RS-232-C/V.24 Data Interface (X31)
Full wiring
ND
CHASSIS
SIGNAL
ND
CHASSIS
TXD
RXD
RTS
CTS
DSR
GND
DTR
TXD
RXD
RTS
CTS
DSR
GNDSIGNAL
DTR
2
3
4
5
6
7
20
1GND
2
3
4
5
6
7
20
11GND
2
3
4
5
6
7
20
1GND
2
3
4
5
6
7
20
SIGNAL
CHASSIS
TXD
RXD
RTS
CTS
DSR
GND
DTR
TXD
RXD
RTS
CTS
DSR
GNDSIGNAL
DTR
GND
CHASSIS
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Simplified wiring
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Pin layout RS-232-C/V.24 (X31)
Data format and control characters
PinSignalAssignment
1CHASSIS GNDChassis ground
2TXDTransmitted data
3RXDReceived data
4RTSRequest to send
5CTSClear to send
6DSRData set ready
7SIGN. GNDSignal ground
8 to 19–
20DTRData terminal ready
21 to 25 –
Levels for TXD and RXD
Logic levelVoltage level
Active– 3 V to – 15 V
Not active+ 3 V to +15 V
Levels for RTS, CTS, DSR and DTR
Logic levelVoltage level
Active+ 3 V to + 15 V
Not active– 3 V to – 15 V
Not assigned
Not assigned
Data format1 start bit
7 data bits
Even parity bit
2 stop bits
Control charactersCall measured value: STX (Ctrl B)
Interrupt DC3 (Ctrl S)
Continue DC1 (Ctrl Q)
Interrogate error message: ENQ (Ctrl E)
Example: Data sequence during measured value output
Measured value = – 5.23 mm
The measured value is within the sorting limits ( = ) and is the
current value ( A ) of a series of measurements.
Measured value output
- 5 . 2 3 = A < C R > < L F >
12 3456 78
1
Algebraic sign
2
Numerical value with decimal point (10 characters on
the whole, leading zeros are output as blank spaces.)
(Angle measurement “min, sec” up to 3 dec. spaces.)
3
Blank space
4
Unit: Blank space = mm; " = inch; ? = fault
5Sorting status (<, >, =; ? if P18 > P19)
or blank space
6
Series of measurements
(S = MIN; A = ACTL; G = MAX; D = DIFF)
or blank space
7
CR (carriage return)
8
LF (line feed)
RS-232-C/V.24 Data Interface (X31)
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Operating parameters for measured value output
ParameterFunction
P50 RS232Baud rate
P51 RS232Number of additional blank lines for
measured value output
Measured value output via PRINT function
In the linear measurement mode
Press MOD repeatedly until the indicator PRINT blinks.
Start the measured value output with ENT.
In the angular measurement mode
Press MOD (this feature can be disabled with operating
parameter 86).
Display freeze during measured value output
In operating parameter P23, you can specify how the
measured value output signal will affect the display unit.
Display freeze during measured value outputP23
Concurrent display, no display freeze: The
display value is the current measured valueDISPL. ACTL.
Frozen display: Display is stopped
RS-232-C/V.24 Data Interface (X31)
(frozen) and updated by every
measured value output signalDISPL. HOLD
Frozen/concurrent display: Display is
frozen as long as a measured value output
signal is presentDISPL. STOP
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Duration of measured value transfer
187 + (11 • number of blank lines)
t
=[ s]
D
Indicator preselection (linear measurement mode)
Operating parameter P86 allows you to define which indicator
is displayed first when MOD is pressed.
baud rate
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Measured value output after signal through the “Contact”
or “Pulse” inputs
To start measured value output through the EXT interface
(X41) you can either:
➤➤
➤ Close the “Contact” input (pin 23 on X41) against 0 V,
➤➤
for example with a simple switch (make contact);
or
➤➤
➤ Close the “Pulse” input (pin 22 on X41) against 0 V,
➤➤
for example by triggering the input with a TTL logic
device (such as SN74LSxx).
Characteristic times for measured value output
EXT(X41)
Pin 23
Pin 1(0V)
EXT(X41)
Pin 22
Pin 1(0V)
ProcessTime
Minimum duration of “Contact” signalte ≥ 7 ms
Minimum duration of “Pulse” signalte ≥ 1.5 µs
Storage delay after “Contact”t1 ≤ 5 ms
Storage delay after “Pulse”t1 ≤ 1 µs
Measured value output aftert2 ≤ 57 ms
Regeneration timet3 ≥ 0
Duration of measured value transfer
187 + (11 • number of blank lines)
=[s]
t
D
baud rate
Triggering the “Contact” and “Pulse” inputs at D-sub
connection EXT (X41)
t
e
t
1
t
2
t
D
t
e
t
3
Signal transit times for measured value output after “Pulse”
or “Contact”
RS-232-C/V.24 Data Interface (X31)
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Measured value output after “STX” signal (Ctrl B)
t
1
t
2
Ctrl B
t
D
t
3
Ctrl B
If the display unit receives the control character STX (Ctrl B)
over the RS-232-C/V.24 interface (X31), it outputs the current
measured value over the interface.
➤➤
➤ Transfer the control character Ctrl B over the RXD line of
➤➤
the RS-232-C/V.24 interface (X31).
Characteristic times for measured value output
ProcessTime
Storage delayt1 ≤ 1ms
Measured value output aftert2 ≤ 50 ms
Regeneration timet3 ≥ 0
These times are prolonged if functions are active
(for example, series of measurements with DIFF
BASIC program for measured value output with “Ctrl B”
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Propagation times for measured value output after “Ctrl B”
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Switching Inputs and Outputs EXT (X41)
Inputs at D-sub connection EXT (X41)
Danger to internal components!
Voltage sources for external circuitry must conform
to the recommendations in EN 50 178 for lowvoltage electrical separation. Connect inductive
loads only with a quenching diode parallel to the
inductance.
Only use shielded cable!
Connect the shield to the connector housing.
Outputs at D-sub connection EXT (X41)
PinFunction
14Display value is zero
15Measured value ≥ trigger limit A1 (P62)
16Measured value ≥ trigger limit A2 (P63)
17Measured value < lower sorting limit (P18)
18Measured value > upper sorting limit (P19)
19Error (see “Error Messages”)
1)
Only in the linear measurement mode
PinFunction
1, 100 V
2Reset display to zero, clear error message
3Set display to the value selected in P79
4Ignore reference mark signals
5Start series of measurements
1)
6Externally select display value for series of
measurements
1)
7Display MIN value of series of measurements
8Display MAX value of series of measurements
9Display difference MAX – MIN
1)
22Pulse: Output measured value
23Contact: Output measured value
25Enable or disable REF mode
(current REF status is changed)
12, 13, 24
11, 20, 21
Do not assign
Vacant
Special case: Display current measured value ACTL
If you wish to display the current measured value ACTL of a
series of measurements, note for inputs 7, 8 and 9:
Either none or more than one of these inputs must be active.
1)
1)
Switching Inputs and Outputs EXT (X41)
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Inputs
Outputs
Input signals
Internal pull-up resistor 1 kΩ, active with low level
Trigger by making contact against 0 V or
by low level signal over TTL logic device
Delay for set/zero reset: td ≤ 2ms
Minimum pulse duration for all signals: t
≥ 30 ms
min
Signal level of inputs
StatusLevel
High+ 3.9 V ≤ U ≤ + 15 V
Low– 0.5 V ≤ U ≤ + 0.9 V; I ≤ 6 mA
E
0V
Switching Inputs and Outputs EXT (X41)
E
0V
t
min
t
min
≥ 30 ms
Output signals
Open collector outputs, active with low level
Delay until signal output: td ≤ 30 ms
Signal duration of zero signal, trigger limit A1, A2: t0 ≥ 180 ms
Signal level of outputs
StatusLevel
HighU ≤ + 32 V; I ≤ 10 µA
LowU ≤ + 0.4 V; I ≤ 100 mA
I ≤ 100 mA
+ UB ≤ 32 V
C
B
U
CE
E
Pin 1.10
0 V
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Setting and zero resetting the display
With an external signal, you can set the display to the value
selected in parameter P79 (pin 3) or reset each axis to zero (pin 2).
Enabling and disabling REF mode
Operating parameter P85 allows you to activate the input
(pin 25) which will be used for setting the display externally to
REF mode when the unit is switched on or when the power is
restored after an interruption. The next signal deactivates REF
mode again (switchover function).
Ignoring reference mark signals
If this input (pin 4) is active, the display will ignore all
reference mark signals. A typical application of this function is
for measuring lengths with a rotary encoder and spindle; in
this case, a cam switch releases the reference mark signal at
a preset position.
Externally selecting MIN/MAX
Starting a series of measurements
Switching the display between MIN/MAX/DIFF/ACTL
You can activate the operating mode for finding minimum and
maximum values from a series of measurements with an
external signal (pin 6, low-level signal must be present
continuously). The setting selected with MOD or operating
parameter P21 is disabled. You can switch to MIN/MAX/DIFF/
ACTL display (pins 7, 8, 9, low-level signal must be present
continuously) and START (pin 5, Pulse) a new series of
measurements only by external signal over the switching
inputs.
1)
1)
Only in linear measurement mode.
Switching Inputs EXT (X41)
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Switching signals
As soon as the trigger points defined in parameters are
reached, the corresponding outputs (pins 15, 16) are
activated. You can set up to two trigger points. The switching
point “zero” has a separate output (see “Zero crossover”).
Signals for sorting and tolerance checking
If the sorting limits defined in parameters are exceeded, the
corresponding outputs (pins 17, 18) are activated.
Output
Switching point
Measured value < lower sorting limit
Path
SignalsOperating parametersPin
Switching signals P62, switching limit 115
Switching Inputs EXT (X41)
P63, switching limit 216
Sorting signalsP18, lower sorting limit17
P19, upper sorting limit18
Zero crossover
The display value “zero” activates the corresponding output
(pin 14). Minimum signal duration is 180 ms.
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Measured value > Upper
sorting limit
Lower limit Upper limit
Path
Weg
Path
5
t
Pin 15
(A1)
t
d
t
v
t
t
d
v
t
Time curve of signal at pin 15 for trigger limit (A1) = 5 mm , td ≤ 30 ms
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Switching signal for errors
The display unit permanently monitors functions such as
measuring signal, input frequency, and data output, and
displays an error message if it detects an error.
If errors occur that seriously influence measurement or data
output, the display unit activates a switching output. This
feature allows monitoring of automated processes.
ERROR xx
Error
Switching Outputs EXT (X41)
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Locking the Keypad
You can disable or re-enable the keypad by entering the code
number 24 65 84:
➤ Select the user parameter P00 CODE (see “Operating
Parameters”).
➤ Enter the code number 24 65 84.
➤ Confirm the entry with ENT.
Locking the Keypad
➤ With the “•” or “–” key, select KEYS ON or
KEYS OFF.
➤ Confirm your selection with ENT.
If the keypad is locked, you can only select the datum or
select P00 CODE over the MOD key.
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Displaying the Software Version
To display the software version of the display unit, enter the
code number 66 55 44:
➤ Select the user parameter P00 CODE.
➤ Enter the code number 66 55 44.
➤ Confirm your entry with ENT.
➤ The display unit shows the software number.
➤ With the “–” key you can switch the display to the date of
issue.
➤ To exit the software version display mode, press ENT.
Displaying the Software Version
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Distance-to-Go Display Mode
1)
Function of switching outputs A1 and A2
Normally, the display shows the actual position of the encoder. However, it is often more helpful to display the remaining distance to an entered nominal position— especially
when you are using the display unit for machine tools and automation purposes. You can then position simply by traversing
to display value zero.
You can access the distance-to-go display by entering the
code number 246 582.
Distance-to-Go Mode
DisplayMeaning
DELTA ONDistance-to-go display active
DELTA OFFDistance-to-go display not active
“Traversing to zero” with distance-to-go display
➤➤
➤ Select datum point 2.
➤➤
➤➤
➤ Enter the nominal position.
➤➤
➤ Move the axis until the display value is zero.
In the distance-to-go mode, switching outputs A1 (pin 15) and
A2 (pin 16) have a different function: they are symmetrical to
the display value zero. For example, if a switching point of
10 mm is entered in P62, output A1 switches at both +10 mm
and –10 mm. The figure below shows output signal A1 when
approaching zero from the negative direction.
Path
t
d1
t
d2
Time curve of a signal for switching limit (A1) = 10 mm,
t
≤ 30 ms, t
d1
≤ 180 ms
d2
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1)
Only in linear measurement mode
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Specifications
HousingND 281 B
Benchtop design,
cast-metal housing (W · H · D)
239 mm · 84.6 mm · 224 mm
Operating temperature 0° to 45° C (32° to 113° F)
Storage temperature–20 °C to 70 °C (–4 °F to 158 °F)
WeightApprox. 1.5 kg (3.3 lb)
Relative humidity< 75% annual average
< 90% in rare cases
Power supplyPrimary-clocked power supply
100 Vac to 240 Vac (–15% to +10%)
50 Hz to 60 Hz (± 2 Hz)
Line fuseF 1 A inside the housing
Power consumption8 W (typically)
Electromagnetic
Noise immunityAs per VDE 0843 Parts 2 and 4,
severity 4
ProtectionIP40 according to IEC 529
Encoder inputsFor linear and angle encoders with
sinusoidal output signals (11 µA
PP
Reference mark evaluation for distancecoded and single reference marks
Input frequencyX111 µA
PP
:
Max. 500 kHz for 60 m cable length
X21 V
PP
:
Max. 100 kHz for 30 m cable length
Display stepAdjustable
Datum pointsTwo
Functions• Series of measurements