P3 - 13 Position Removeable Terminal Connector: Isolated Digital I/O

Pin #

Function

Description

 

 

Signals are individually programmable as inputs or outputs (see description of theIOS command

 

 

in the Part 3: Software Reference of this manual). Inputs are CMOS logic level compatible and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 - 8

I/O Group 20

can accept inputs to 28 volts. Noise rejection is available via digital filtering. Outputs are open

Lines 21 - 26

drain. I/Os each have individually switchable 7.5 Kohm pull up resistors to 5VDC. Outputs can

 

 

 

switch inductive, resistive or incandescent loads. Refer to Section 6: Configuring the Digital I/O

 

 

for usage and specifications.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7 - 12

I/O Group 30

See description above.

Lines 31 - 36

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13

Isolated I/O Ground

Isolated common signal return for groups 20 and 30 I/O. Isolated from the power and

communication grounds.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Table 7.5: LYNX Control Module Connector P3 Pin Configuration

S w i t c h A s s i g n m e n t s

Configuration Switches: Read at Power-On or System Reset. Mat be Overidden by Software Settings

Switch #

Function

Description

1

Firmware Upgrade

When this switch is on, the controller firmware may be upgraded using the IMS upgrade program.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When this switch is on, the controller will act as the Host Interface Controller for communications in

2

Host Interface

a multiple controller system. When it is off, the controller is a slave in the system and will not act

as the host interface. For more information, see Section 5: The Communications Interface. This

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

switch may be overridden in software by the HOST flag.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When this switch is on, party mode communications is selected. When it is off, single mode

3

Party Mode

communications is selected.

For more information, see Section 5: The Communications

 

 

Interface.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Party Mode Address

Sets party mode communications node address. See also DN instruction in the Software Reference

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bit 0 - A0

 

A2

A1

A0

Address

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OFF

OFF

OFF

None

 

 

 

OFF

OFF

ON

"A"

5

Party Mode Address

 

OFF

ON

OFF

"B"

Bit 1 - A1

 

OFF

ON

ON

"C"

 

 

 

 

 

ON

OFF

OFF

"D"

 

 

 

ON

OFF

ON

"E"

6

Party Mode Address

 

ON

ON

OFF

"F"

 

ON

ON

ON

"G"

Bit 2 - A2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Table 7.6: LYNX Control Module Configuration Switches

Group 20 I/O Pull-Up Switches: Can Be Changed at any Time, Usable for Exercising Inputs

Switch #

Function

Description

1 - 6

Individual Switches

for I/O Group 20

Pull-Ups.

When this switch is on, the I/O is pulled up through an internal 7.5 Kohm resistor to 5VDC. Can be used to simulate the activation of an input while testing system software..

Table 7.7: LYNX Control Module Group 20 I/O Pull-up Switches

Group 30 I/O Pull-Up Switches: Can Be Changed at any Time, Usable for Exercising Inputs

Switch #

Function

Description

1 - 6

Individual Switches

for I/O Group 30

Pull-Ups.

When this switch is on, the I/O is pulled up through an internal 7.5 Kohm resistor to 5VDC. Can be used to simulate the activation of an input while testing system software..

Table 7.8: LYNX Control Module Group 30 I/O Pull-up Switches

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Modular LYNX System specifications

The Intelligent Motion Systems Modular LYNX System represents a cutting-edge innovation in the realm of automation and control solutions. Developed to offer flexibility and scalability, the LYNX System is designed for a wide range of applications, from advanced robotics to intelligent transportation systems, showcasing its versatile nature in modern industrial environments.

One of the main features of the LYNX System is its modular architecture, which allows users to customize and expand their system based on specific project requirements. This modularity enables the integration of various components, such as controllers, sensors, and actuators, facilitating easy upgrades and modifications without the need for complete system overhauls. This not only reduces downtime but also promotes long-term cost savings.

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