Encoder Latches ACE User's Guide, 3.6.x 18316-000 Rev A Page 198 Encoder Latches The Configure Encoder Latches tool, shown in the following figure, allows you to access the information needed to configure the belt encoders. The Configure Encoder Latches tool is accessed from the Configure button on the Controller Editor object. For more details, see Controller Editor on page 97. Configure Encoder Latches The following table describes the items available in the Configure Encoder Latches tool: Item Description Encoder Channel Shows the belt encoder channels for the system. Position (ct) Shows the current position of the corresponding belt encoder.
When the belt is moving, the position reading will change based on the current velocity setting. Velocity (ct/s) Shows the current velocity in counts per second for the corresponding belt encoder. You can temporarily change the specified velocity here, and see the effect on the Position reading. Latch Signals Shows the latch signal assignments for the corresponding encoder. You can change the latch signal assignments here. You must exit the tool by clicking Save to store the changes. Common Latch Inputs Shows the input signals that are activated. Save Saves the changes and closes the tool. You are prompted to reboot the con- troller for the changes to take effect.