4.3.8
Configuring cam tracks on SIMOTION D4x5-2 onboard
With SIMOTION D4x5-2 the outputs on the interface X142 are used for cam output
1. The Inputs/outputs X142 entry in the project navigator can be used to open the configuration
screen in HW Config.
2. For the selected I/O channel, select Output cam as the function.
Note
If you do not use symbolic assignments (see Chapter Symbolic Assignment (as of V4.2)
in the SIMOTION Runtime Basic Functions manual), you must note the logical address.
(see Figure I/O Properties) This address must be configured at the TO output cam
Figure 4-27 I/O Properties
3. Click OK.
4. Insert a new output cam or a new cam track or use an existing one.
5. Parameterize the TO Output Cam / Cam Track
6. Double-click Configuration below the output cam or the cam track in the project navigator.
The Configuration window appears in the working area.
7. For high-speed, hardware-supported output cams, you can achieve an output accuracy
exceeding the servo cycle clock based on the hardware used.
If you would like to configure a high-speed output cam, select the Activate output check
box and select the output cam output (CAM) radio button.
Cam Track TO - Part II
4.3 Configuring the TO Cam Track
Output Cams and Measuring Inputs
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