6 Incremental Encoder Input Units
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NX-series Position Interface Units User’s Manual (W524)
The names of the parts of the NX-EC0132 and NX-EC0142 are shown in the following figure.
The functions of the parts of the Incremental Encoder Input Unit are described below.
Use the guides to connect the Units to each other.
The indicators show the Unit status, counter operation status, external input status, and other informa-
tion.
Units with Line Receiver Inputs
Symbol Name Function
(A) Marker attachment
locations
This is where the markers are attached. OMRON markers are pre-installed
at the factory. You can also install commercially available markers.
(B) NX bus connector This connector is used to connect to another Unit.
(C) Unit hookup guides These guides are used to connect two Units to each other.
(D) DIN Track mounting
hooks
These hooks are used to mount the NX Unit to a DIN Track.
(E) Protrusions for remov-
ing the Unit
These protrusions are to hold onto when you need to pull out the Unit.
(F) Indicators The indicators show the current operating status of the Unit.
(G) Terminal block The terminal block is used to connect to external devices.
The number of terminals depends on the Unit.
(H) Unit specifications The specifications of the Unit are given here.
6-4-2 Functions of the Parts
Unit Hookup Guides
Indicators
(B)
(A)
(C)(C) (E)
(D)
(B)
(H)
(G)
(F)
(C)(E)
(C)