Modicon LMC058 Motion Controller

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Modicon LMC058 Motion

Controller
High Speed Counting
LMC058 Expert I/O Library Guide
04/2014
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 Table of Contents

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
About the Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Part I High Speed Counter and Encoder Overview . . . . 13
Chapter 1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Expert I/O Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Add an Expert function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Embedded Expert I/O Mapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Hardware Encoder Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Chapter 2 High Speed Counter Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Simple Type Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Main Type Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Choosing your HSC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Chapter 3 Encoder Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Standard Encoder Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Motion Encoder Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Part II One-shot Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Chapter 4 One-shot Mode Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
One-shot Mode Principle Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Chapter 5 One-shot with a Simple Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Synopsis Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Configuration of the Simple Type in One-shot Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Programming the Simple Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Adjusting Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Chapter 6 One-shot With a Main Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Synopsis Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Configuration of the Main Type in One-shot Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Programming the Main Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Adjusting Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Part III Modulo-loop Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Chapter 7 Modulo-loop Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Modulo-loop Mode Principle Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

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 Chapter 8 Modulo-loop with a Simple Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Synopsis Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Configuration of the Simple Type in Modulo-loop Mode . . . . . . . . . . 61
Programming the Simple Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Adjusting Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Chapter 9 Modulo-loop With a Main Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Synopsis Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Configuration of the Main Type in Modulo-loop Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Programming the Main Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Adjusting Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Part IV Free-large Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Chapter 10 Free-large Mode Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Free-large Mode Principle Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Limits Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Chapter 11 Free-large With a Main Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Synopsis Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Configuration of the Main Type in Free-large Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Programming the Main Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Adjusting Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Part V Event Counting Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Chapter 12 Event Counting Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Event Counting Mode Principle Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Chapter 13 Event Counting With a Main Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Synopsis Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Configuration of the Main Type in Event Counting Mode . . . . . . . . . 95
Programming the Main Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Adjusting Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Part VI Frequency Meter Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Chapter 14 Frequency Meter Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Chapter 15 Frequency Meter Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Synopsis Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Adjusting Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Part VII Period Meter Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Chapter 16 Period Meter Type Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

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Synopsis Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Part VIII Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Chapter 18 Incremental Mode With an Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
18.1 Incremental Mode Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Incremental Mode Principle Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
18.2 Standard Encoder on an Expert I/O Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Synopsis Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Configuration of the Standard Encoder on an Expert I/O Module . . 132
Programming the Standard Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Adjusting Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
18.3 Standard Encoder on the Encoder Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Synopsis Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Configuration of the Standard Encoder on the Encoder Interface . . 141
Programming the Standard Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Adjusting Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
18.4 Motion Encoder on an Expert I/O Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Synopsis Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Configuration of the Motion Encoder on an Expert I/O Module . . . . 150
18.5 Motion Encoder on the Encoder Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Synopsis Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Configuration of the Motion Encoder on the Encoder Interface . . . . 154
Chapter 19 SSI Mode With an Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
19.1 SSI Principle Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
SSI Mode Principle Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
19.2 Standard Encoder in SSI Mode on an Encoder Interface. . . . . . . . . 160
Standard Encoder Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Configuration of the Standard Encoder on an Encoder Interface . . . 162
Programming the Standard Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
19.3 Motion Encoder in SSI Mode on the Encoder Interface . . . . . . . . . . 167
Motion Encoder Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Configuration of the Motion Encoder on the Encoder Interface . . . . 169

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 Part IX Optional Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Chapter 20 Comparison Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
20.1 Comparison with a Main Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Comparison Principle with a Main type or an Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Configuration of the Comparison on a Main Type or an Encoder. . . . 179
External Event Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Chapter 21 Capture Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
21.1 Capture with a Main Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Capture Principle with a Main Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Configuration of the Capture on a Main Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
21.2 Capture with an Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Capture with an Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Configuration of the Capture on an Encoder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Chapter 22 Preset and Enable Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Preset Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Free-large or Period Meter Preset Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Enable Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Appendix A General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Dedicated Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
General Information on Administrative and Motion Function Block
Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Appendix B Data Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
IMMEDIATE_ERR_TYPE: Type for Error Variable of the GetImmediat-
eValue Function Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
MC_IMMEDIATE_ERR_TYPE: Type for Error Variable of the
MC_GetImmediateValue_LMC058 Function Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
EXPERT_ERR_TYPE: Type for Error Variable of EXPERT Function
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE: Type for Parameters to Get or to Set
on EXPERTFunction Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
EXPERT_REF: EXPERT Reference Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
EXPERT_TIMEBASE_TYPE: Type for HSC Time Base Variable . . . . 211
Appendix C Function Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
C.1 LMC058 Motion Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
MC_GetImmediateValue_LMC058: Read Counter Value of a
MotionEncoder Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
MC_Reset_LMC058: Clear the Detected Error on the SoftMotion
Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217

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EXPERTGetImmediateValue: Read Counter Value of HSC or Encoder
Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
EXPERTGetCapturedValue: Returns Content of Capture Registers . 222
EXPERTGetDiag: Provides Detail of Detected Error on a Principal
EXPERT I/O Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
EXPERTGetParam: Returns Parameters of Principal EXPERT I/O
Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
EXPERTSetParam: Adjust Parameters of a HSC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Encoder_LMC058: Encoder Function Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
HSCMain_LMC058: HSC Main Function Block. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
HSCSimple_LMC058: HSC Simple Function Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Appendix D Function and Function Block Representation . . . . . . 241
Differences Between a Function and a Function Block . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
How to Use a Function or a Function Block in IL Language . . . . . . . . 243
How to Use a Function or a Function Block in ST Language . . . . . . . 246
Glossary ......................................... 249
Index ......................................... 255

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Important Information

NOTICE
Read these instructions carefully, and look at the equipment to become familiar with the device
before trying to install, operate, or maintain it. The following special messages may appear
throughout this documentation or on the equipment to warn of potential hazards or to call attention
to information that clarifies or simplifies a procedure.

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PLEASE NOTE
Electrical equipment should be installed, operated, serviced, and maintained only by qualified
personnel. No responsibility is assumed by Schneider Electric for any consequences arising out of
the use of this material.
A qualified person is one who has skills and knowledge related to the construction and operation
of electrical equipment and its installation, and has received safety training to recognize and avoid
the hazards involved.

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 About the Book

At a Glance

Document Scope
This documentation will acquaint you with the High Speed Counter (HSC) and Encoder functions
and variables offered within the LMC058 controller.
This documentation describes the functions and variables of the LMC058 HSC and Encoder
library.
In order to use this manual, you must:
 Have a thorough understanding of the LMC058, including its design, functionality, and
implementation within control systems.
 Be proficient in the use of the following IEC 61131-3 PLC programming languages:
 Function Block Diagram (FBD)
 Ladder Diagram (LD)
 Structured Text (ST)
 Instruction List (IL)
 Sequential Function Chart (SFC)

Only DM72F• expert module and Encoder module can be used with the LMC058 HSC and Encoder
library.

Validity Note
This document has been updated with the release of SoMachine V4.1.

Related Documents

Title of Documentation Reference Number

Modicon LMC058 Logic Controller Programming Guide EIO0000000408 (Eng),
EIO0000000409 (Fre),
EIO0000000410 (Ger),
EIO0000000411 (Spa),
EIO0000000412 (Ita),
EIO0000000413 (Chs)

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 Title of Documentation Reference Number
Modicon LMC058 Logic Controller Hardware Guide EIO0000000438 (Eng),
EIO0000000439 (Fre),
EIO0000000440 (Ger),
EIO0000000441 (Spa),
EIO0000000442 (Ita),
EIO0000000443 (Chs)

You can download these technical publications and other technical information from our website
at www.schneider-electric.com.

Product Related Information

WARNING
LOSS OF CONTROL
 The designer of any control scheme must consider the potential failure modes of control paths
and, for certain critical control functions, provide a means to achieve a safe state during and
after a path failure. Examples of critical control functions are emergency stop and overtravel
stop, power outage and restart.
 Separate or redundant control paths must be provided for critical control functions.
 System control paths may include communication links. Consideration must be given to the
implications of unanticipated transmission delays or failures of the link.
 Observe all accident prevention regulations and local safety guidelines.1
 Each implementation of this equipment must be individually and thoroughly tested for proper
operation before being placed into service.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment
damage.

1For additional information, refer to NEMA ICS 1.1 (latest edition), "Safety Guidelines for the
Application, Installation, and Maintenance of Solid State Control" and to NEMA ICS 7.1 (latest
edition), "Safety Standards for Construction and Guide for Selection, Installation and Operation of
Adjustable-Speed Drive Systems" or their equivalent governing your particular location.

WARNING
UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION
 Only use software approved by Schneider Electric for use with this equipment.
 Update your application program every time you change the physical hardware configuration.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment
damage.

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High Speed Counter and Encoder Overview
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Part I
High Speed Counter and Encoder Overview

High Speed Counter and Encoder Overview

Overview
This part provides an overview description, available modes, functionality and performances of the
different HSC types and encoder types.

What Is in This Part?

This part contains the following chapters:
Chapter Chapter Name Page
1 Introduction 15
2 High Speed Counter Overview 25
3 Encoder Overview 31

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Introduction
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Chapter 1
Introduction

Introduction

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Expert I/O Overview 16
Add an Expert function 19
Embedded Expert I/O Mapping 22
Hardware Encoder Interface 24

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Expert I/O Overview

Introduction
The controller base provides:
 2 embedded expert I/O modules (DM72F0 and DM72F1) with:
 5 fast inputs

 2 regular inputs
 2 fast outputs
 1 Hardware Encoder port that can support:
 Incremental encoder

 SSI absolute encoder

 1 Controller Power Distribution Module (CPDM)
Each embedded expert I/O module (DM72F•) can support expert functions (see page 19).

Embedded Expert I/O Configuration

To configure the expert I/Os, double-click the Expert node in the Devices tree.
This figure presents the configuration tab screenshot:

This table presents the function of the different parameters:

Parameter Function
Run/Stop Input Define one input to be used as Run/Stop input (see page 17).
Alarm Output Define one output to be used as alarm output (see page 17).
Rearming Output Mode Define the rearming output mode (see page 18).

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Run/Stop Input
This table presents the different states:

Input states Result

State 0 Stops the controller and ignores external Run commands.
A rising edge From the STOPPED state, initiates a start-up of an application in RUNNING state.
State 1 The application can be controlled by:
 SoMachine (Run/Stop)
 the application (Controller command)
 a network command

NOTE: Run/Stop input is managed even if the option Update IO while in stop is not selected in
the PLC settings tab (see Modicon LMC058 Motion Controller, Programming Guide).
Inputs assigned to configured expert functions can not be configured as Run/Stop.
For further details about controller states and states transitions, refer to Controller State Diagram
(see Modicon LMC058 Motion Controller, Programming Guide).

WARNING
UNINTENDED MACHINE OR PROCESS START-UP
 Be sure the state of security of your machine or process environment before applying power
to the Run/Stop input.
 Use the Run/Stop input to help prevent the unintentional start-up from a remote location.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment
damage.

Alarm Output
This output is set logical 1 when the controller is in the RUNNING state and the application program
is not stopped at a breakpoint.
Outputs assigned to configured expert functions can not be configured as the Alarm output.
NOTE:
The alarm output is set to 0 when:
 a task is stopped at a breakpoint, the alarm output signals that the controller has stopped
executing the application.
 an error is detected on the expert I/O (power interruption, short-circuit detection).

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Rearming Output Mode

Fast outputs of DM72F• modules are push/pull technology. In the case of an error detected (short-
circuit or over temperature), the output is put in tri-state and the condition is signaled by status bit
(DM72F• channel IB1.0) and PLC_R.i_wLocalIOStatus (see Modicon LMC058 Motion Controller,
System Functions and Variables, LMC058 PLCSystem Library Guide).
Two behaviors are possible:
 Automatic rearming: as soon as the detected error is corrected, the output is set again
according to the current value assigned to it and the diagnostic value is reset.
 Manual rearming: when an error is detected, the status is memorized and the output is forced
to tri-state until user manually clears the status (see I/O mapping channel).
In the case of a short-circuit or current overload, the common group of outputs automatically enter
into thermal protection mode (all outputs set to 0), and are then periodically rearmed (each second)
to test the connection state. However, you must be aware of the effect of this rearming on the
machine or process being controlled.

WARNING
UNINTENDED MACHINE START-UP
Inhibit the automatic rearming of outputs if this feature is an undesirable behavior for your
machine or process.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment
damage.

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Add an Expert function

Introduction
Each DM72F• expert module can support expert functions. Expert functions are defined as either
simple or complex. Only one type can be configured per module:
 simple functions:
 High Speed Counter Simple
 Event_Latch I/O

 complex functions:
 High Speed Counter Main
 Encoder
 Frequency Generator (FG)
 Pulse Width Modulation (PWM)

When an I/O is not used by an expert function, it can be used as a regular I/O.
NOTE:
 When a regular input is used as Run/Stop, it can not be used by an expert function.
 When a regular output is used as Alarm, it can not be used by an expert function.
For more details, refer to Embedded expert I/O Configuration (see page 16).

Adding an Expert Function

To add an Expert function (Event_Latch, HSC, PWM or Frequency Generator) to your controller,
select the Expert function you want in the Hardware Catalog, drag it to the Devices tree, and drop
it on one of the highlighted nodes.
For more information on adding a device to your project, refer to:
• Using the Drag-and-drop Method (see SoMachine, Programming Guide)
• Using the Contextual Menu or Plus Button (see SoMachine, Programming Guide)
To add an Encoder function, select the Standard Encoder in the Hardware Catalog, drag it to the
Devices tree, and drop it on one of the highlighted nodes.

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The following expert functions can be added:

Function Description Refer to...

Event_Latch With the Event_Latch function, the Embedded Expert inputs can be Event_Latch configuration
configured as event or latch. (see Modicon LMC058 Motion
Controller, Programming Guide)
HSC The HSC functions can execute fast counts of pulses from sensors, LMC058 HSC Library
encoders, switches, etc. that are connected to dedicated fast inputs.
PWM The PWM function generates a square wave signal on dedicated LMC058 PWM library
Frequency output channels with a variable duty cycle. (see Modicon LMC058 Motion
Generator The Frequency Generator function generates a square wave signal Controller, Pulse Width
on dedicated output channels with a fixed duty cycle (50%). Modulation, LMC058 Expert I/O
Library Guide)
Encoder The goal of this function is to connect an encoder to acquire a LMC058 HSC Library
position.
This function can be implemented on an Embedded Expert I/O
interface and an Hardware Encoder interface. The Encoder can be
Incremental or absolute SSI on an Hardware Encoder interface. The
Embedded Expert I/O interface supports only an Incremental
Encoder.
You can configure a linear or rotary axis for incremental encoder.

Expert Function Assignment

Expert functions assignment according to the interface (columns exclude each other):

I/F Interface Expert Functions

Simple functions: HSC_Main SM_Encoder Encoder PWM Frequency
 Fast I/O: Event or latched Generator
 HSC Simple

DM72F0 Up to 4 1 1 1 1 1
DM72F1 Up to 4 1 1 1 1 1
Encoder Not allowed Not allowed 1 1 Not Not allowed
allowed

For more details, refer to Expert I/O Mapping (see page 22).

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Expert Function I/O within Regular I/O

Expert Function I/O within Regular I/O:
 Inputs can be read through memory variable standard even if configured in expert function.
 An Input can not be configured in an expert function if it has already been configured as a
Run/Stop.
 An Output can not be configured in an expert function if it has already been configured as an
Alarm.
 %Q will not have any impact on reflex output.
 Short-Circuit management still applies on all outputs. Status of outputs are available.
 All I/O that are not used by expert functions are available as fast or regular I/O.

When inputs are used in expert functions (Latch, HSC,…), integrator filter is replaced by anti-
bounce filter (see Modicon LMC058, Motion Controller, Hardware Guide). Filter value will be
configured in expert function screen.

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Embedded Expert I/O Mapping

I/O Mapping for Expert Functions on DM72F•

Embedded Expert I/O mapping by expert function:

I0 I1 I2 I3 I4 I5 Q0 Q1
Event_Latch 0/4 Input M
Event_Latch 1/5 Input M
Event_Latch 2/6 Input M
Event_Latch 3/7 Input M
HSC Simple 0/4 Input A M
HSC Simple 1/5 Input A M
HSC Simple 2/6 Input A M
HSC Simple 3/7 Input A M
HSC Main 0/1 Input A M
Input B C
SYNC C
CAP C
EN C
REF C
Outputs C C
PWM 0/1 Outputs M
SYNC C
EN C
Frequency Generator 0/1 Outputs M
SYNC C
EN C
Standard Encoder Input A M
Input B M
SYNC C
CAP C
EN C
REF C
Outputs C C
M Mandatory
C Depends on Configuration

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I0 I1 I2 I3 I4 I5 Q0 Q1
Motion Encoder Input A M
Input B M
Input Z M
CAP C
M Mandatory
C Depends on Configuration

NOTE: The DM72F• I6 inputs can only be configured by encoder on ENC.

IO Summary
The IO Summary window displays the DM72F• I/O and the I/O used by expert functions.
The IO Summary window is accessible from DM72F• nodes:

Step Action
1 In the Devices tree tab, expand the Expert node.
2 Right-click DM72F• and select IO Summary in context menu.

Example of IO Summary:

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Hardware Encoder Interface

Introduction
The controller has a specific hardware encoder interface that can support:
 Incremental encoder
 SSI absolute encoder

Encoder function
The goal of this function is to connect an encoder to acquire a position so that it can be used as
Master Axis for motion drives on CAN.
This function can be implemented on an Embedded Expert I/O interface and a hardware Encoder
interface. The Encoder can be Incremental or absolute SSI on a hardware Encoder interface. The
Embedded Expert I/O interface supports only an Incremental Encoder.
You can configure a linear or rotary axis for incremental encoder.

I/O mapping
Input of Embedded Expert I/O modules (DM72F•) used by standard encoder function:

DM72F0 I6 DM72F1 I6
CAP0 C
CAP1 C
EN C
REF C

Input of Embedded Expert I/O modules (DM72F•) used by Motion encoder function:

DM72F0 I6 DM72F1 I6
CAP0 C
CAP1 C

C = depends on configuration

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High Speed Counter Overview
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Chapter 2
High Speed Counter Overview

High Speed Counter Overview

Overview
This chapter provides a main description of the different types of High Speed Counters.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Simple Type Overview 26
Main Type Overview 27
Choosing your HSC 28

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Simple Type Overview

Overview
The Simple type is a single input counter.
Any operation on the counter (enable, sync) and any action triggered (when count value is
reached) is executed in the context of a task.
With the Simple type, you cannot trigger an event or a reflex output.

Simple Type Modes

The Simple type supports 2 configurable counting modes, only on single-phase pulses:
One-shot (see page 39): In this mode, the counter current value register decrements (from a user-
defined value) for each pulse applied to A input, until the counter reaches 0.
Modulo-loop (see page 59): In this mode, the counter repeatedly counts from 0 to a user-defined
modulo value then returns to 0 and restarts counting.

Performance
The maximum frequency admissible on an Expert I/O interface is 100 kHz.

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Main Type Overview

Overview
The Main type is a counter that uses up to 6 fast inputs and 2 reflex outputs.

Main Type Modes

The Main type supports the following counting modes on single (1 input) or dual-phase (2 inputs)
pulses:
One-shot (see page 45): In this mode, the counter current value register decrements (from a user-
defined value) for each pulse applied to A input until the counter reaches a 0.
Modulo-loop (see page 65): In this mode, the counter repeatedly counts from 0 to a user-defined
modulo value then returns to 0 and restarts counting. In reverse, the counter counts down from the
modulo value to 0 then presets to the modulo value and restarts counting.
Free-large (see page 81): In this mode, the counter behaves like a high range up and down
counter. Can be used with one encoder.
Event Counting (see page 93): In this mode, the counter accumulates a number of events that
are received during a user-configured time base.
Frequency meter (see page 105): In this mode, the counter measures the frequency of events.
Frequency is the number of events per second (Hz).
Period meter (see page 117): Use the Period meter mode to:
 determine the duration of an event
 determine the time between 2 events
 set and measure the execution time for a process

Optional Features
Optional features can be configured depending on the selected mode:
 hardware inputs to operate the counter (enable, preset) or capture the current counting value
 up to 4 thresholds
 up to 4 events (1 by threshold) can be associated with external tasks
 up to 2 reflex outputs

Performance
The maximum frequency admissible on an Expert I/O interface is 100 kHz.

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Choosing your HSC

HSC Matrix
The table below provides an overview of all the HSC available with their specifications according
to the mode requested:

Mode Feature Simple Type Main Type

One-shot Counting mode Count down Count down
Enable with an HSC physical input No Yes
Synchronization / Preset with an No Yes
HSC physical input
Compare function No Yes, 4 thresholds, 2 outputs and events
Capture function No Yes, 1 capture register
Configuration tuning - Stop Event
Modulo-loop Counting mode Count down Single phase
Count up / down
Pulse / direction
Quadrature
Enable with an HSC physical input No Yes
Synchronization / Preset with an No Yes
HSC physical input
Compare function No Yes, 4 thresholds, 2 outputs and events
Capture function No Yes, 1 capture register
Configuration tuning - -
Free-large Counting mode - Count up / down
Pulse / direction
Quadrature
Enable with an HSC physical input - Yes
Synchronization / Preset with an - Yes
HSC physical input
Compare function - Yes, 4 thresholds, 2 outputs and events
Capture function - Yes, 1 capture register
Configuration tuning - Limits management

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Mode Feature Simple Type Main Type

Event Counting mode - Pulse counting during given period of
time
Enable with an HSC physical input - Yes
Synchronization / Preset with an - Yes
HSC physical input
Compare function - No
Capture function - No
Configuration tuning - Time base
Frequency Meter Counting mode - Pulse counting on time base
Enable with an HSC physical input - Yes
Synchronization / Preset with an - Yes
HSC physical input
Compare function - No
Capture function - No
Configuration tuning - -
Period Meter Counting mode - Pulse counting on time base
Enable with an HSC physical input - Yes
Synchronization / Preset with an - Yes
HSC physical input
Compare function - No
Capture function - No
Configuration tuning - Resolution
Time out

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Chapter 3
Encoder Overview

Encoder Overview

Overview
This chapter provides a general overview of the encoders.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Standard Encoder Overview 32
Motion Encoder Overview 33

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Standard Encoder Overview

Overview
The goal of this function is to connect an encoder to acquire a position.
This function can be installed on the embedded Expert I/O module (DM72F0 and DM72F1) and
the Encoder interface (Sub-D).

Standard Encoder Modes

When implemented on an Expert I/O interface, the encoder only supports the Incremental
(see page 130) mode.
When implemented on the Encoder interface, the encoder has 2 possible modes:
 Incremental (see page 139)
 absolute SSI (see page 160)

On the Encoder interface, the power supply is monitored. A power supply error detected is cleared
automatically when the power supply recovers.

Optional Feature
Optional features can be configured depending on the selected mode:
 hardware inputs to operate the counter (enable, preset) or capture the current counting value
 up to 4 thresholds
 up to 4 events (1 by threshold) can be associated with external tasks
 up to 2 reflex outputs

Performance
Maximum admissible frequency:
 Expert I/O module: 100 kHz.
 Encoder interface: 200 kHz.

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Motion Encoder Overview

General
The goal of this function is to connect an encoder to acquire a position. This function can be used
as Master Axis for motion drives on CANmotion.
This function can be implemented on the Expert I/O module (DM72F0 and DM72F1) and the
Encoder interface (Sub-D).
The Motion Encoder configuration is split in 2 parts:
 A hardware part: Motion Encoder; described in this document.
 A software part: SoftMotion encoder; described in the online help CoDeSys part,
Editors/Devices Editors/SoftMotion Device Editor.
The Motion Encoder is managed by function blocks from the LMC058 Motion library and
SoftMotion (See online help Programming with SoMachine part, SoftMotion/Programming
Interface/SoftMotion Libraries/SM3_Basic_library).

Motion Encoder Modes

When implemented on an Expert I/O interface, the encoder support the Incremental
(see page 148) mode.
When implemented on the Encoder interface, the encoder has 2 possible modes:
 Incremental (see page 152)
 absolute SSI (see page 167)

On the Encoder interface, the power supply is monitored. A power supply error detected
(SMC_DI_VOLTAGE_DISABLED) is cleared automatically when the power supply recovers.

Optional Feature
In addition, the Motion Encoder provides a capture function.

Performance
Maximum admissible frequency:
 Expert I/O module: 100 kHz.
 Encoder interface: 200 kHz.

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One-shot Mode

One-shot Mode

Overview
This part describes the use of a HSC in One-shot Mode.

What Is in This Part?

This part contains the following chapters:
Chapter Chapter Name Page
4 One-shot Mode Principle 37
5 One-shot with a Simple Type 39
6 One-shot With a Main Type 45

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Chapter 4
One-shot Mode Principle

One-shot Mode Principle

One-shot Mode Principle Description

Overview
The counter is activated by a synchronization edge, and the preset value is loaded.
When counting is enabled, each pulse applied to the input decrements the current value. The
counter stops when its current value reaches 0.
The counter value remains at 0 even if new pulses are applied to the input.
A new synchronization is needed to activate the counter again.

Principle Diagram

1
Sync Condition

2 4

Enable Condition

Preset Value
Counter Current Value

3 Time
0

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This table explains the stages from the preceding graphic:

Stage Action
1 On the rising edge of the Sync condition, the preset value is loaded in the counter
(regardless of the current value) and the counter is activated.
2 When Enable condition = 1, the current counter value decrements on each pulse on
input A until it reaches 0.
3 The counter waits until the next rising edge of the Sync condition.
Note: At this point, pulses on input A have no effect on the counter.
4 When Enable condition = 0, the counter ignores the pulses from input A and retains
its current value until the Enable condition again = 1. The counter resumes counting
pulses from input A on the rising edge of the Enable input from the held value.

NOTE: Enable and Sync conditions depends on configuration. These are described in the Enable
(see page 198) and Preset (see page 194) function.

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Chapter 5
One-shot with a Simple Type

One-shot with a Simple Type

Overview
This chapter describes how to implement a High Speed Counter in One-shot mode using a Simple
type.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Synopsis Diagram 40
Configuration of the Simple Type in One-shot Mode 41
Programming the Simple Type 42
Adjusting Parameters 44

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Synopsis Diagram

Synopsis Diagram
This diagram provides an overview of the Simple type in One-shot mode:

A is the counting input of the High Speed Counter. Simple type counting for One-shot mode
only counts up.

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Configuration of the Simple Type in One-shot Mode

Configuration Procedure
Follow this procedure to configure a Simple type in One-shot mode:

Step Action
1 Double-click Expert →DM72F• →HSCSimple•.
2 Select the HSC Simple Configuration tab.
3 Set the value of the General →Counting Mode parameter to One-Shot.
4 Select the value of the Counting inputs →A input →Bounce filter parameter.
5 Enter the value of the Range →Preset parameter.

NOTE: The IO Summary window displays the DM72F• I/O mapping. You can see the I/O used by
expert function.

Programmable Filter
The filtering value on the Simple type input determines the counter maximum frequency as shown
in the table:

Input Filter value Maximum counter frequency

A 0.002 ms 200 kHz
0.004 ms (default value) 100 kHz
0.012 ms 40 kHz
0.04 ms 10 kHz
0.12 ms 4 kHz
0.4 ms 1 kHz
1.2 ms 400 Hz
4 ms 100 Hz

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Programming the Simple Type

Overview
A Simple type is always managed by an HSCSimple (see page 238) function block.
NOTE: At build, a detected error code is given if the HSCSimple function block is used to manage
a different HSC type.

Adding a HSCSimple Function Block

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →HSC →HSCSimple_LMC058 in the list,
drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Type the Simple type instance name (defined in configuration) or select the function block
instance by clicking:

Using the input assistant, the HSC instance can be selected at the following path: Global
Variables →<MyController> →PLC Logic →IoConfig_Globals.

I/O Variables Usage

The tables below describe how the different pins of the function block are used in One-shot mode.
This table describes the input variables:

Input Type Comment

EN_Enable BOOL TRUE = authorizes changes to the current counter value.
Sync BOOL On rising edge, presets and starts the counter
ACK_Modulo BOOL Not used

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This table describes the output variables:

Output Type Comment

HSC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the HSC.
(see page 210) To be used with the EXPERT_REF_IN input pin of the
Administrative function blocks.
HSC_Err BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Use the EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block to get
more information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that the output values on the function block
are valid.
Run BOOL TRUE = counter is running.
Switches to 0 when CurrentValue reaches 0. A rising edge
on Sync is needed to restart the counter.
CurrentValue DWORD Current count value of the counter.
Modulo_Flag BOOL Not relevant

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Adjusting Parameters

Overview
The list of parameters described in the table can be read or modified by using the
EXPERTGetParam (see page 227) or EXPERTSetParam (see page 229) function blocks.
NOTE: Parameters set via the program override the parameters values configured in the HSC
configuration window. Initial configuration parameters are restored on cold or warm start
(see Modicon LMC058 Motion Controller, Programming Guide).

Adjustable Parameters
This table provides the list of parameters from the EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE (see page 209)
that can be read or modified while the program is running:

Parameter Description
EXPERT_PRESET to get or set the Preset value of an HSC

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One-shot With a Main Type

One-shot With a Main Type

Overview
This chapter describes how to implement a High Speed Counter in One-shot mode using a Main
type.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Synopsis Diagram 46
Configuration of the Main Type in One-shot Mode 47
Programming the Main Type 48
Adjusting Parameters 51

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Synopsis Diagram

Synopsis Diagram
This diagram provides an overview of the Main type in One-shot mode:

A is the counting input of the counter.

EN is the enable input of the counter.
CAP is the capture input of the counter.
SYNC is the synchronization input of the counter.

Optional Function
In addition to the One-shot mode, the Main type can provide the following functions:
 Comparison function (see page 173)
 Capture function (see page 183)
 Preset function (see page 194)
 Enable function (see page 198)

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Configuration of the Main Type in One-shot Mode

Configuration Procedure
Follow this procedure to configure a Main type in One-shot mode:

Step Action
1 Double-click Expert →DM72F• →HSCMain.
2 Select the HSC Main Configuration tab.
3 Set the value of the General →Counting Mode parameter to One-Shot.
4 Select the value of the Counting inputs →A input →Bounce filter parameter.
5 Enter the value of the Range →Preset parameter.
6 Optionally, select the value of the SYNC, EN and CAP auxiliary inputs from the from the drop-
down menu, to enable the preset function (see page 194), Enable function (see page 198) and
Capture function (see page 184) with a physical input.
7 Optionally, select the Number of thresholds. This enables the Compare function and reflex
outputs can be configured (see page 173).
8 When Stop Event is set to Yes, the external event (BLOCK0_HSCSTOP or BLOCK1_HSCSTOP)
must be used to trigger an external task (see page 180).

NOTE: The IO Summary window displays the DM72F• I/O mapping. You can see the I/O used by
expert function.

Programmable Filter
The filtering value on the Main type input determines the counter maximum frequency as shown
in the table below:

Input Filter Value Maximum Counter Frequency

A 0.002 ms (default value) 200 kHz
0.004 ms 100 kHz
0.012 ms 40 kHz
0.04 ms 10 kHz
0.12 ms 4 kHz
0.4 ms 1 kHz
1.2 ms 400 Hz
4 ms 100 Hz

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Programming the Main Type

Overview
Main type is always managed by an HSCMain function block.
NOTE: At build, a detected error code is given if the HSCMain function block is used to manage a
different HSC type.

Adding the HSCMain Function Block

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →HSC →HSCMain_LMC058 in the list,
drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Type the Main type instance name (defined in configuration) or select the function block
instance by clicking:

Using the input assistant, the HSC instance can be selected at the following path: Global
Variables →<MyController> →PLC Logic →IoConfig_Globals.

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I/O Variables Usage

The tables below describe how the different pins of the function block are used in One-shot mode.
This table describes the input variables:

Input Type Description

EN_Enable BOOL When EN input is configured: if TRUE, authorizes the counter enable via the
Enable input (see page 198).
EN_Preset BOOL When SYNC input is configured: if TRUE, authorizes the counter
synchronization and start via the Sync input (see page 194).
EN_Cap BOOL When CAP input is configured: if TRUE, enables the Capture input
(see page 184).
EN_Compare BOOL TRUE = enables the comparator operation (see page 173) (using
Thresholds 0, 1, 2, 3):
 basic comparison (TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3 output bits)
 reflex (Reflex0, Reflex1 output bits)
 events (to trigger external tasks on threshold crossing)

EN_Out0 BOOL TRUE = enables physical output Output0 to echo the Reflex0 value (if
configured).
EN_Out1 BOOL TRUE = enables physical output Output1 to echo the Reflex1 value (if
configured).
F_Enable BOOL Forces the Enable condition (see page 198).
F_Preset BOOL Forces the Preset condition (see page 194).
F_Out0 BOOL TRUE = forces Output0 to 1 (if Reflex0 is configured).
F_Out1 BOOL TRUE = forces Output1 to 1 (if Reflex1 is configured).
ACK_Modulo BOOL On rising edge, resets modulo-flag.
ACK_Preset BOOL On rising edge, resets Preset_Flag.
ACK_Cap BOOL On rising edge, resets Cap_Flag.
SuspendCompare BOOL TRUE = compare results are suspended:
 TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3 , Reflex0, Reflex1, Out0, Out1 output bits of
the block maintain their last value.
 Physical Outputs Output0 and Output1 maintain their last value.
 Events are masked.

NOTE: EN_Compare, EN_Out0,EN_Out1, F_Out0, F_Out1 remain

operational while SuspendCompare is set.

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This table describes the output variables:

Output Type Comment

HSC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the HSC.
(see page 210) To be used with the EXPERT_REF_IN input pin of the
Administrative function blocks.
HSC_Err BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Use the EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block to get
more information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that output values on the function block are valid.
Run BOOL TRUE = counter is running.
Switches to 0 when CurrentValue reaches 0. A rising edge on Sync
is needed to restart the counter.
TH0 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 0 (see page 173).
TH1 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 1 (see page 173).
TH2 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 2 (see page 173).
TH3 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 3 (see page 173).
Modulo_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when counter reaches 0.
Preset_Flag BOOL Set to 1 by the preset of the counter (see page 194).
Cap_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when a new capture value is stored in the Capture register
(see page 184).
This flag must be reset before a new capture can occur.
Reflex0 BOOL State of Reflex0. (see page 174)
Reflex1 BOOL State of Reflex1. (see page 174)
Out0 BOOL State of physical output Output0 to 1 (if Reflex0 configured).
Out1 BOOL State of physical output Output1 to 1 (if Reflex1 configured).
CurrentValue DINT Current value of the counter.

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Adjusting Parameters

Overview
The list of parameters described in the table can be read or modified by using the
EXPERTGetParam (see page 227) or EXPERTSetParam (see page 229) function blocks.
NOTE: Parameters set via the program override the parameters values configured in the HSC
configuration window. Initial configuration parameters are restored on cold or warm start
(see Modicon LMC058 Motion Controller, Programming Guide).

Adjustable Parameters
This table provides the list of parameters from the EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE (see page 209)
which can be read or modified while the program is running:

Parameter Description
EXPERT_PRESET to get or set the Preset value of an HSC
EXPERT_THRESHOLD0 to get or set the Threshold 0 value of an HSC
EXPERT_THRESHOLD1 to get or set the Threshold 1 value of an HSC
EXPERT_THRESHOLD2 to get or set the Threshold 2 value of an HSC
EXPERT_THRESHOLD3 to get or set the Threshold 3 value of an HSC
EXPERT_REFLEX0 to get or set output 0 reflex mode of an EXPERT function
EXPERT_REFLEX1 to get or set output 0 reflex mode of an EXPERT function

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Modulo-loop Mode

Modulo-loop Mode

Overview
This part describes the use of a HSC in Modulo-loop mode.

What Is in This Part?

This part contains the following chapters:
Chapter Chapter Name Page
7 Modulo-loop Principle 55
8 Modulo-loop with a Simple Type 59
9 Modulo-loop With a Main Type 65

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Modulo-loop Principle

Modulo-loop Principle

Modulo-loop Mode Principle Description

Overview
The Modulo-loop mode can be used for repeated actions on a series of moving objects, such as
packaging and labeling applications.

Principle
On a rising edge of the Sync condition (see page 194), the counter is activated and the current
value is reset to 0.
When counting is enabled (see page 198):
Incrementing direction: the counter increments until it reaches the modulo value. At the next
pulse, the counter is reset to 0, a modulo flag is set to 1, and the counting continues.
Decrementing direction: the counter decrements until it reaches 0. At the next pulse, the counter
is set to the modulo value, a modulo flag is set to 1, and the counting continues.

Input Modes
This table shows the 8 types of input modes available:

Input Mode Comment

A = Up, B = Down default mode
The counter increments on A and decrements on B.
A = Impulse, B = Direction If there is a rising edge on A and B is true, then the counter decrements.
If there is a rising edge on A and B is false, then the counter increments.
Normal Quadrature X1 A physical encoder always provides 2 signals 90° shift that first allows the
counter to count pulses and detect direction:
Normal Quadrature X2
 X1: 1 count by Encoder cycle
Normal Quadrature X4  X2: 2 counts by Encoder cycle
Reverse Quadrature X1  X4: 4 counts by Encoder cycle

Reverse Quadrature X2
Reverse Quadrature X4

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Up Down Principle Diagram

B
1 4 8
5
Sync Condition

Enable Condition

2 3
Modulo Value
7

Time

0 6

Stage Action
1 On the rising edge of Sync condition, the current value is reset to 0 and the counter
is activated.
2 When Enable condition = 1, each pulses on A increments the counter value.
3 When the counter reaches the (modulo-1) value, the counter loops to 0 at the next
pulse and the counting continues. Modulo_Flag is set to 1.
4 On the rising edge of Sync condition, the current counter value is reset to 0.
5 When Enable condition = 1, each pulse on B decrements the counter.
6 When the counter reaches 0, the counter loops to (modulo-1) at the next pulse and
the counting continues.
7 When Enable condition = 0, the pulses on the inputs are ignored.
8 On the rising edge of Sync condition, the current counter value is reset to 0.

NOTE: Enable and Sync conditions depends on configuration. These are described in the Enable
(see page 198) and Preset (see page 194) function.

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Quadrature Principle Diagram

The encoder signal is counted according to the input mode selected, as shown below:

Normal Quadrature X1 -1 0 1 2 3 2 1 0 -1

Normal Quadrature X2 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1

Normal Quadrature X4 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 1 1 1 15 1 1 1 1 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1
0 1 2 3 4 4 3 2 1 0

Counting Direction Counting up Counting down

Reverse Quadrature X1 3 2 1 0 -1 0 1 2 3

Reverse Quadrature X2 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Reverse Quadrature X4 15 1 1 1 1 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 1 1 1 15
43 2 1 0 0 1 2 3 4

Counting Direction Counting down Counting up

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Modulo-loop with a Simple Type

Modulo-loop with a Simple Type

Overview
This chapter describes how to implement a High Speed Counter in Modulo-loop mode using a
Simple type.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Synopsis Diagram 60
Configuration of the Simple Type in Modulo-loop Mode 61
Programming the Simple Type 62
Adjusting Parameters 64

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Synopsis Diagram

Synopsis Diagram
This diagram provides an overview of the Simple type in Modulo-loop mode:

A is the counting input of the High Speed Counter.

A Simple type can only count up. Simple type counting for Modulo-loop mode only counts down.
Simple type counting for One-shot mode only counts up.

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Configuration of the Simple Type in Modulo-loop Mode

Configuration Procedure
Follow this procedure to configure a Simple type in Modulo-loop mode:

Step Action
1 Double-click Expert →DM72F• →HSCSimple•.
2 Select the HSC Simple Configuration tab.
3 Set the value of the General →Counting Mode parameter to Modulo-loop.
4 Select the value of the Counting inputs →A input →Bounce filter parameter.
5 Enter the value of the Range →Modulo parameter.

NOTE: The IO Summary window displays the DM72F• I/O mapping. You can see the I/O used by
expert function.

Programmable Filter
The filtering value on the Simple type input determines the counter maximum frequency as shown
in this table:

Input Filter value Maximum counter frequency

A 0.002 ms 200 kHz
0.004 ms (default 100 kHz
value)
0.012 ms 40 kHz
0.04 ms 10 kHz
0.12 ms 4 kHz
0.4 ms 1 kHz
1.2 ms 400 Hz
4 ms 100 Hz

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Programming the Simple Type

Overview
A Simple type is always managed by an HSCSimple (see page 238) function block.
NOTE: At build, a detected error code is given if the HSCSimple function block is used to manage
a different HSC type.

Adding a HSCSimple Function Block

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →HSC →HSCSimple_LMC058 in the list,
drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Type the Simple type instance name (defined in configuration) or select the function block
instance by clicking:

Using the input assistant, the HSC instance can be selected at the following path: Global
Variables →<MyController> →PLC Logic →IoConfig_Globals.

I/O Variables Usage

The tables below describe how the different pins of the function block are used in Modulo-loop
mode.
This table describes the input variables:

Input Type Comment

Enable BOOL TRUE = authorizes changes to the current counter value.
Sync BOOL On rising edge, presets and starts the counter.
ACK_Modulo BOOL On rising edge, resets Modulo_Flag.

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This table describes the output variables:

Output Type Comment

HSC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the HSC.
(see page 210) To be used with the EXPERT_REF_IN input pin of the
Administrative function blocks.
HSC_Err BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Use the EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block to get more
information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that the output values on the function block are
valid.
Run BOOL Not relevant
Modulo_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when the counter roll overs the modulo.
CurrentValue DWORD Current value of the counter.

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Adjusting Parameters

Overview
The list of parameters described in the table can be read or modified by using the
EXPERTGetParam (see page 227) or EXPERTSetParam (see page 229) function blocks.
NOTE: Parameters set via the program override the parameters values configured in the HSC
configuration window. Initial configuration parameters are restored on cold or warm start
(see Modicon LMC058 Motion Controller, Programming Guide).

Adjustable Parameters
This table provides the list of parameters from the EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE (see page 209)
that can be read or modified while the program is running:

Parameter Description
EXPERT_MODULO to get or set the modulo value of an HSC

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Modulo-loop With a Main Type

Modulo-loop With a Main Type

Overview
This chapter describes how to implement a High Speed Counter in Modulo-loop mode using a
Main type.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Synopsis Diagram 66
Configuration of the Main Type in Modulo-loop Mode 67
Programming the Main Type 69
Adjusting Parameters 72

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Synopsis Diagram

Synopsis Diagram
This diagram provides an overview of the Main type in Modulo-loop mode:

A and B are the counting inputs of the counter.

EN is the enable input of the counter.
CAP is the capture input of the counter.
SYNC is the synchronization input of the counter.

Optional Function
In addition to the Modulo-loop mode, the Main type can provide the following functions:
 Comparison function (see page 173)
 Capture function (see page 183)
 Preset function (see page 194)
 Enable function (see page 198)

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Configuration of the Main Type in Modulo-loop Mode

Configuration Procedure
Follow this procedure to configure a Main type in Modulo-loop mode:

Step Action
1 Double-click Expert →DM72F• →HSCMain.
2 Select the HSC Main Configuration tab.
3 Set the value of the General →Counting Mode parameter to Modulo-loop.
4 Select the value of the General →Input Mode parameter.
5 Select the value of the Counting inputs →A input →Bounce filter parameter.
If necessary, select the value of the Counting inputs →B input →Bounce filter parameter.
6 Enter the value of the Range →Modulo parameter.
7 Optionnally, you can enable these functions:
 capture function (see page 183)
 comparison function (see page 173)
 enable function (see page 198)
 preset function (see page 194)

NOTE: The IO Summary window displays the DM72F• I/O mapping. You can see the I/O used by
expert function.

Programmable Filter
The filtering value on the Main type input determines the counter maximum frequency as shown
in this table:

Input Filter value Maximum counter frequency

A, B 0.002 ms (default 200 kHz
value)
0.004 ms 100 kHz
0.012 ms 40 kHz
0.04 ms 10 kHz
0.12 ms 4 kHz
0.4 ms 1 kHz
1.2 ms 400 Hz
4 ms 100 Hz

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Input Parameter
The value of the Input mode parameter determines the counting behavior:

Parameter Value Description

A Single Phase The counter increments on A.
A=UP, B=DOWN The counter increments on A and decrements on B.
A=Pulse, B=Direction  If there is a rising edge on A and B = True, the counter decrements.
 If there is a rising edge on A and B = False, the counter increments.

Normal Quadrature X1  A physical encoder always provides 2 signals 90° shift that first allows the
counter to count pulses and detect direction
 1 count by encoder cycle

Normal Quadrature X2  A physical encoder always provides 2 signals 90° shift that first allows the
counter to count pulses and detect direction
 2 counts by encoder cycle

Normal Quadrature X4  A physical encoder always provides 2 signals 90° shift that first allows the
counter to count pulses and detect direction
 4 counts by encoder cycle

Reverse Quadrature X1  A physical encoder always provides 2 signals 90° shift that first allows the
counter to count pulses and detect direction
 1 count by encoder cycle

Reverse Quadrature X2  A physical encoder always provides 2 signals 90° shift that first allows the
counter to count pulses and detect direction
 2 counts by encoder cycle

Reverse Quadrature X4  A physical encoder always provides 2 signals 90° shift that first allows the
counter to count pulses and detect direction
 4 counts by encoder cycle

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Programming the Main Type

Overview
Main type is always managed by an HSCMain function block.
NOTE: At build, a detected error code is given if the HSCMain function block is used to manage a
different HSC type.

Adding the HSCMain Function Block

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →HSC →HSCMain_LMC058 in the list,
drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Type the Main type instance name (defined in configuration) or select the function block
instance by clicking:

Using the input assistant, the HSC instance can be selected at the following path: Global
Variables →<MyController> →PLC Logic →IoConfig_Globals.

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I/O Variables Usage

The tables below describe how the different pins of the function block are used in Modulo-loop
mode.
This table describes the input variables:

Input Type Description

EN_Enable BOOL When EN input is configured: if TRUE, authorizes the counter enable via
the Enable input (see page 198).
EN_Preset BOOL When SYNC input is configured: if TRUE, authorizes the counter
synchronization and start via the Sync input (see page 194).
EN_Cap BOOL When CAP input is configured: if TRUE, enables the Capture input
(see page 184).
EN_Compare BOOL TRUE = enables the comparator operation (see page 173) using
Threshold 0, 1, 2, 3:
 basic comparison (TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3 output bits)
 reflex (Reflex0, Reflex1 output bits)
 events (to trigger external tasks on threshold crossing)

EN_Out0 BOOL TRUE = enables physical output Output0 to echo the Reflex0 value (if
configured).
EN_Out1 BOOL TRUE = enables physical output Output1 to echo the Reflex1 value (if
configured).
F_Enable BOOL Forces the Enable condition (see page 198). Takes priority over
EN_Enable input.
F_Preset BOOL Forces the Preset condition (see page 194). Takes priority over
EN_Preset input.
F_Out0 BOOL TRUE = forces Output0 to 1 (if Reflex0 is configured in SoMachine
HSC Embedded Functions). Takes priority over EN_Out0.
F_Out1 BOOL TRUE = forces Output1 to 1 (if Reflex1 is configured in SoMachine
HSC Embedded Functions). Takes priority over EN_Out1.
ACK_Modulo BOOL On rising edge, resets Modulo_Flag.
ACK_Preset BOOL On rising edge, resets Preset_Flag.
ACK_Cap BOOL On rising edge, resets Cap_Flag.
SuspendCompare BOOL TRUE = compare results are suspended:
 TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3 , Reflex0, Reflex1, Out0, Out1 output bits of
the block maintain their last value.
 Physical Outputs Output0 and Output1 maintain their last value.
 Events are masked.

NOTE: EN_Compare, EN_Out0,EN_Out1, F_Out0, F_Out1 remain

operational while SuspendCompare is set.

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This table describes the output variables:

Output Type Comment

HSC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the HSC.
(see page 210) To be used with the EXPERT_REF_IN input pin of the
Administrative function blocks.
HSC_Err BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Use the EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block to get
more information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that output values on the function block are valid.
Run BOOL TRUE = counter is running.
TH0 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 0 (see page 173).
TH1 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 1 (see page 173).
TH2 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 2 (see page 173).
TH3 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 3 (see page 173).
Modulo_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when the counter roll overs the modulo or 0.
Preset_Flag BOOL Set to 1 by the preset of the counter (see page 194).
Cap_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when a new capture value is stored in the Capture register
(see page 184).
This flag must be reset before a new capture can occur.
Reflex0 BOOL State of Reflex0 (see page 174).
Reflex1 BOOL State of Reflex1 (see page 174).
Out0 BOOL State of physical output Output0 to 1 (if Reflex0 configured in
SoMachine HSC Embedded Functions, otherwise FALSE if not
configured).
Out1 BOOL State of physical output Output1 to 1 (if Reflex1 configured in
SoMachine HSC Embedded Functions, otherwise FALSE if not
configured).
CurrentValue DINT Current value of the counter.

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Adjusting Parameters

Overview
The list of parameters described in the table can be read or modified by using the
EXPERTGetParam (see page 227) or EXPERTSetParam (see page 227) function blocks.
NOTE: Parameters set via the program override the parameters values configured in the HSC
configuration window. Initial configuration parameters are restored on cold or warm start
(see Modicon LMC058 Motion Controller, Programming Guide).

Adjustable Parameters
This table provides the list of parameters from the EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE (see page 209)
that can be read or modified while the program is running:

Parameter Description
EXPERT_MODULO to get or set the Modulo value of an HSC
EXPERT_THRESHOLD0 to get or set the Threshold 0 value of an HSC
EXPERT_THRESHOLD1 to get or set the Threshold 1 value of an HSC
EXPERT_THRESHOLD2 to get or set the Threshold 2 value of an HSC
EXPERT_THRESHOLD3 to get or set the Threshold 3 value of an HSC
EXPERT_REFLEX0 to get or set output 0 reflex mode of an EXPERT function
EXPERT_REFLEX1 to get or set output 0 reflex mode of an EXPERT function

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Free-large Mode

Free-large Mode

Overview
This part describes the use of an HSC in Free-large mode.

What Is in This Part?

This part contains the following chapters:
Chapter Chapter Name Page
10 Free-large Mode Principle 75
11 Free-large With a Main Type 81

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Chapter 10
Free-large Mode Principle

Free-large Mode Principle

Overview
This chapter describes the principle of the Free-large mode.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Free-large Mode Principle Description 76
Limits Management 79

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Free-large Mode Principle Description

Overview
The Free-large mode can be used for axis monitoring or labeling in cases where the incoming
position of each part has to be known.

Principle
In the Free-large mode, the module behaves like a standard up and down counter.
When counting is enabled (see page 198), the counter counts as follows in:
Incrementing direction: the counter increments.
Decrementing direction: the counter decrements.
The counter is activated by a preset edge (see page 196) which loads the preset value.
The current counter is stored in the capture register by using the Capture (see page 183) function.
If the counter reaches the counting limits, the counter will react according to the Limits
Management (see page 79) configuration.

Input Modes
This table shows the 8 types of input modes available:

Input Mode Comment

A = Up, B = Down default mode
The counter increments on A and decrements on B.
A = Impulse, B = Direction If there is a rising edge on A and B is true, then the counter decrements.
If there is a rising edge on A and B is false, then the counter increments.
Normal Quadrature X1 A physical encoder always provides 2 signals 90° shift that first allows
the counter to count pulses and detect direction:
Normal Quadrature X2
 X1: 1 count by Encoder cycle
Normal Quadrature X4  X2: 2 counts by Encoder cycle
Reverse Quadrature X1  X4: 4 counts by Encoder cycle

Reverse Quadrature X2
Reverse Quadrature X4

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Up Down Principle Diagram

The figures shows the A = Up, B = Down mode:

A (pulse)
4

B (pulse)
1 3 6

Preset Condition
2 5 7

Enable Condition

Counter Value

Preset Value

Stage Action
1 On the rising edge of Preset condition, the current value is set to the preset value
and the counter is activated.
2 When Enable condition = 1, each pulse on A increment the counter value.
3 On the rising edge of Preset condition, the current value is set to the preset value.
4 When Enable condition = 1, each pulse on B decrements the counter value.
5 When Enable condition = 0, the pulses on A or B are ignored.
6 On the rising edge of Preset condition, the current value is set to the preset value.
7 When Enable condition = 1, the pulses on B decrements the counter value.

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Quadrature Principle Diagram

The encoder signal is counted according to the input mode selected, as shown below:

Normal Quadrature X1 -1 0 1 2 3 2 1 0 -1

Normal Quadrature X2 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1

Normal Quadrature X4 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 1 1 1 15 1 1 1 1 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1
0 1 2 3 4 4 3 2 1 0

Counting Direction Counting up Counting down

Reverse Quadrature X1 3 2 1 0 -1 0 1 2 3

Reverse Quadrature X2 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Reverse Quadrature X4 15 1 1 1 1 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 1 1 1 15
43 2 1 0 0 1 2 3 4

Counting Direction Counting down Counting up

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Limits Management

Overview
When the counter limit is reached, the counter can have 2 behaviors depending on configuration:
 Lock on limits
 Rollover

Lock on Limits
In the case of overflow or underflow counter: the current counter value is maintained to the limit
value, the validity bit goes to 0, and the Error bit indicates that this detected error until the counter
is preset again.

Count Value

+ 2M

- 2M

Validity

Preset

Rollover
In the case of overflow or underflow of the counter, the current counter value goes automatically
to the opposite limit value.
Modulo_Flag (resp. Overflow_Flag for Encoder) output is set to 1.

Count Value

+ 2M

- 2M

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Free-large With a Main Type

Free-large With a Main Type

Overview
This chapter describes how to implement a High Speed Counter in Free-large mode using a Main
type.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Synopsis Diagram 82
Configuration of the Main Type in Free-large Mode 83
Programming the Main Type 84
Adjusting Parameters 87

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Synopsis Diagram

Synopsis Diagram
This diagram provides an overview of the Main type in Free-large mode:

A and B are the counting inputs of the counter.

EN is the enable input of the counter.
REF is the reference input of the counter.
CAP is the capture input of the counter.
SYNC is the synchronization input of the counter.

Optional Function
In addition to the Free-large mode, the Main type can provide the following functions:
 Comparison function (see page 173)
 Capture function (see page 183)
 Preset function (see page 194)
 Enable function (see page 198)

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Configuration of the Main Type in Free-large Mode

Configuration Procedure
Follow this procedure to configure a Main type in Free-large mode:

Step Action
1 Double-click Expert →DM72F• →HSCMain.
2 Select the HSC Main Configuration tab.
3 Set the value of the General →Counting Mode parameter to Free-large.
4 Select the value of the General →Input Mode parameter.
5 Select the value of the Counting inputs →A input →Bounce filter parameter.
If necessary, select the value of the Counting inputs →B input →Bounce filter parameter.
6 Enter the value of the Range →Preset parameter.
The Limits defines the behavior of the counter when limits are reached.
7 Optionnally, you can enable these functions:
 capture function (see page 183)
 comparison function (see page 173)
 enable function (see page 198)
 preset function (see page 194)

NOTE: The IO Summary window displays the DM72F• I/O mapping. You can see the I/O used by
expert function.

Programmable Filter
The filtering value on the Main type input determines the counter maximum frequency as shown
in this table:

Input Filter Value Maximum Counter Frequency

A, B 0.002 ms (default value) 200 kHz
0.004 ms 100 kHz
0.012 ms 40 kHz
0.04 ms 10 kHz
0.12 ms 4 kHz
0.4 ms 1 kHz
1.2 ms 400 Hz
4 ms 100 Hz

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Programming the Main Type

Overview
Main type is always managed by an HSCMain function block.
NOTE: At build, a detected error code is given if the HSCMain function block is used to manage a
different HSC type.

Adding the HSCMain Function Block

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →HSC →HSCMain_LMC058 in the list,
drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Type the Main type instance name (defined in configuration) or select the function block
instance by clicking:

Using the input assistant, the HSC instance can be selected at the following path: Global
Variables →<MyController> →PLC Logic →IoConfig_Globals.

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I/O Variables Usage

The tables below describe how the different pins of the function block are used in Free-large mode.
This table describes the input variables:

Input Type Description

EN_Enable BOOL When EN input is configured: if TRUE, authorizes the counter enable via
the Enable input (see page 198).
EN_Preset BOOL When SYNC input is configured: if TRUE, authorizes the counter
synchronization and start via the Sync input (see page 194).
EN_Cap BOOL When CAP input is configured: if TRUE, enables the Capture input
(see page 184).
EN_Compare BOOL TRUE = enables the comparator operation (see page 173) (using
Thresholds 0, 1, 2, 3):
 basic comparison (TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3 output bits)
 reflex (Reflex0, Reflex1 output bits)
 events (to trigger external tasks on threshold crossing)

EN_Out0 BOOL TRUE = enables physical output Output0 to echo the Reflex0 value (if
configured).
EN_Out1 BOOL TRUE = enables physical output Output1 to echo the Reflex1 value (if
configured).
F_Enable BOOL Forces the Enable condition (see page 198).
F_Preset BOOL Forces the Preset condition (see page 194)
F_Out0 BOOL TRUE = forces Output0 to 1 (if Reflex0 is configured).
F_Out1 BOOL TRUE = forces Output1 to 1 (if Reflex1 is configured).
ACK_Modulo BOOL On rising edge, resets Modulo_Flag.
ACK_Preset BOOL On rising edge, resets Preset_Flag.
ACK_Cap BOOL On rising edge, resets Cap_Flag.
SuspendCompare BOOL TRUE = compare results are suspended:
 TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3 , Reflex0, Reflex1, Out0, Out1 output bits of
the block maintain their last value.
 Physical Outputs Output0 and Output1 maintain their last value.
 Events are masked.

NOTE: EN_Compare, EN_Out0,EN_Out1, F_Out0, F_Out1 remain

operational while SuspendCompare is set.

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This table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

HSC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the HSC.
(see page 210) To be used with the EXPERT_REF_IN input pin of the
Administrative function blocks.
HSC_Err BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Use the EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block to get
more information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that output values on the function block are valid.
Run BOOL Not relevant
TH0 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 0 (see page 173).
TH1 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 1 (see page 173).
TH2 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 2 (see page 173).
TH3 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 3 (see page 173).
Modulo_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when the counter rollovers its limits.
Preset_Flag BOOL Set to 1 by the preset of the counter (see page 194)
Cap_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when a new capture value is stored in the Capture register
(see page 184).
This flag must be reset before a new capture can occur.
Reflex0 BOOL State of Reflex0. (see page 174)
Reflex1 BOOL State of Reflex1. (see page 174)
Out0 BOOL State of physical outputs Output0 (if Reflex0 configured).
Out1 BOOL State of physical outputs Output1 (if Reflex1 configured).
CurrentValue DINT Current value of the counter.

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Adjusting Parameters

Overview
The list of parameters described in the table can be read or modified by using the
EXPERTGetParam (see page 227) or EXPERTSetParam (see page 229) function blocks.
NOTE: Parameters set via the program override the parameters values configured in the HSC
configuration window. Initial configuration parameters are restored on cold or warm start
(see Modicon LMC058 Motion Controller, Programming Guide).

Adjustable Parameters
This table provides the list of parameters from the EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE (see page 209)
which can be read or modified while the program is running:

Parameter Description
EXPERT_PRESET to get or set the Preset value of the HSC
EXPERT_THRESHOLD0 to get or set the Threshold 0 value of an HSC
EXPERT_THRESHOLD1 to get or set the Threshold 1 value of an HSC
EXPERT_THRESHOLD2 to get or set the Threshold 2 value of an HSC
EXPERT_THRESHOLD3 to get or set the Threshold 3 value of an HSC
EXPERT_REFLEX0 to get or set output 0 reflex mode of an expert function
EXPERT_REFLEX1 to get or set output 0 reflex mode of an expert function

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Event Counting Mode

Event Counting Mode

Overview
This part describes the use of an HSC in Event Counting mode.

What Is in This Part?

This part contains the following chapters:
Chapter Chapter Name Page
12 Event Counting Principle 91
13 Event Counting With a Main Type 93

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Event Counting Principle

Event Counting Principle

Event Counting Mode Principle Description

Overview
The Event Counting mode allows you to count a sequence of events during a given period of time.

Principle
The counter assesses the number of pulses applied to the input for a predefined period of time.
The counting register is updated at the end of each period with the number of events received.
The synchronization can be used over the time period. This restarts the counting event for a new
predefined time period. The counting restarts at the edge Sync condition (see page 194).

Principle Diagram

Stage Action
1 When Enable condition = 1, the counter accumulates the number of events (pulses) on the physical
input during a predefined period of time.
If Validity = 0, the current value is not relevant.
2 Once the first period of time has elapsed, the counter value is set to the number of events counted
over the period and Validity is set to 1.
The counting restarts for a new period of time.

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Stage Action
3 On the rising edge of the Sync condition:
 the accumulated value is reset to 0
 the current value is not updated
 the counting restarts for a new period of time

4 Once the period of time has elapsed, the counter value is set to the number of events counted over
the period.
The counting restarts for a new period of time.

NOTE:
On the Main type, when the Enable condition is:
 Set to 0: the current counting is aborted and CurrentValue is maintained to the previous valid
value.
 Set to 1: the accumulated value is reset to 0, the CurrentValue remains unchanged, and the
counting restarts for a new period of time.

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Event Counting With a Main Type

Event Counting With a Main Type

Overview
This chapter describes how to implement a High Speed Counter in Event Counting mode using
a Main type.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Synopsis Diagram 94
Configuration of the Main Type in Event Counting Mode 95
Programming the Main Type 96
Adjusting Parameters 99

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Synopsis Diagram

Synopsis Diagram
This diagram provides an overview of the Main type in Event Counting mode.

A is the counting input of the counter.

EN is the enable input of the counter.
SYNC is the synchronization input of the counter.

Optional Function
In addition to the Event Counting mode, the Main type provides the following functions:
 Preset function (see page 194)
 Enable function (see page 198)

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Configuration of the Main Type in Event Counting Mode

Configuration Procedure
Follow this procedure to configure a Main type in Event Counting mode:

Step Action
1 Double-click Expert →DM72F• →HSCMain.
2 Select the HSC Main Configuration tab.
3 Set the value of the General →Counting Mode parameter to Event.
4 Select the value of the Counting inputs →A input →Bounce filter parameter.
5 Set the time base value from Range →Time base.
6 Optionally, select the value of the SYNC auxiliary input from the drop down to enable the Preset
function (see page 194) with a physical input.

NOTE: The IO Summary window displays the DM72F• I/O mapping. You can see the I/O used by
expert function.

Programmable Filter
The filtering value on the Main type input determines the counter maximum frequency as shown
in the table:

Input Filter Value Maximum Counter Frequency

A 0.002 ms (default value) 200 kHz
0.004 ms 100 kHz
0.012 ms 40 kHz
0.04 ms 10 kHz
0.12 ms 4 kHz
0.4 ms 1 kHz
1.2 ms 400 Hz
4 ms 100 Hz

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Programming the Main Type

Overview
Main type is always managed by an HSCMain function block.
NOTE: At build, a detected error code is given if the HSCMain function block is used to manage a
different HSC type.

Adding the HSCMain Function Block

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →HSC →HSCMain_LMC058 in the list,
drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Type the Main type instance name (defined in configuration) or select the function block
instance by clicking:

Using the input assistant, the HSC instance can be selected at the following path: Global
Variables →<MyController> →PLC Logic →IoConfig_Globals.

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I/O Variables Usage

These tables describes how the different pins of the function block are used in the mode Event.
This table describes the input variables:

Input Type Description

EN_Enable BOOL When EN input is configured: if TRUE, authorizes the counter enable via
the Enable input (see page 198).
EN_Preset BOOL When SYNC input is configured: if TRUE, authorizes the counter
synchronization and start via the Sync input (see page 194).
EN_Cap BOOL Not used
EN_Compare BOOL Not used
EN_Out0 BOOL Not used
EN_Out1 BOOL Not used
F_Enable BOOL Forces the Enable condition (see page 198).
F_Preset BOOL Forces the Preset condition (see page 194)
F_Out0 BOOL Not used
F_Out1 BOOL Not used
ACK_Modulo BOOL Not used
ACK_Preset BOOL On rising edge, resets Preset_Flag.
ACK_Cap BOOL Not used
SuspendCompare BOOL Not used
NOTE: EN_Compare, EN_ReflexO, EN_Reflex1, F_Out0, F_Out1
remain operational while SuspendCompare is set.

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This table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

HSC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the HSC.
(see page 210) To be used with the EXPERT_REF_IN input pin of the
Administrative function blocks.
HSC_Err BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block may be used to
get more information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that output values on the function block are valid.
Run BOOL Not relevant
TH0 BOOL Not relevant
TH1 BOOL Not relevant
TH2 BOOL Not relevant
TH3 BOOL Not relevant
Modulo_Flag BOOL Not relevant
Preset_Flag BOOL Set to 1 by the preset of the counter (see page 194)
Cap_Flag BOOL Not relevant
Reflex0 BOOL Not relevant
Reflex1 BOOL Not relevant
Out0 BOOL Not relevant
Out1 BOOL Not relevant
CurrentValue DINT Current value of the counter.

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Adjusting Parameters

Overview
The list of parameters described in the table can be read or modified by using the
EXPERTGetParam (see page 227) or EXPERTSetParam (see page 229) function blocks.
NOTE: Parameters set via the program override the parameters values configured in the HSC
configuration window. Initial configuration parameters are restored on cold or warm start
(see Modicon LMC058 Motion Controller, Programming Guide).

Adjustable Parameters
This table provides the list of parameters from the EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE (see page 209)
which can be read or modified while the program is running:

Parameter Description
EXPERT_TIMEBASE to get or set the Timebase value of the HSC

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Frequency Meter Type

Frequency Meter Type

Overview
This part describes the use of an HSC in Frequency meter type.

What Is in This Part?

This part contains the following chapters:
Chapter Chapter Name Page
14 Frequency Meter Principle 103
15 Frequency Meter Type 105

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Frequency Meter Principle

Frequency Meter Principle

Description

Overview
The Frequency meter type measures an event frequency in Hz.
The Frequency meter type calculates the number of pulses in time intervals of 1 s. An updated
value in Hz is available every 10 ms.
When there is a variation in the frequency, the value restoration time is 1 s with a value precision
of 1 Hz.

Operation Limits
The maximum frequency that the module can measure on the A input is 200 kHz. Beyond 200 kHz,
the counting register value may decrease until it reaches 0.
The maximum duty cycle at 200 kHz is 60%.

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Frequency Meter Type

Frequency Meter Type

Overview
This chapter describes how to implement a High Speed Counter in Frequency meter type.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Synopsis Diagram 106
Configuration 107
Programming 108
Adjusting Parameters 111

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Synopsis Diagram

Synopsis Diagram
This diagram provides an overview of the Main type in Frequency meter type:

A is the counting input of the counter.

EN is the enable input of the counter.

Optional Function
In addition to the Frequency meter type, the Main type can provide the following function:
 Enable function (see page 198)

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Configuration

Configuration Procedure
Follow this procedure to configure a Main type in Frequency meter mode:

Step Action
1 Double-click Expert →DM72F• →HSCMain.
2 Select the HSC Main Configuration tab.
3 Set the value of the General →Counting Mode parameter to Frequency meter.
4 Select the value of the Counting inputs →A input →Bounce filter parameter.
5 Set the time base value from Range →Time base.
6 Optionally, select the value of the EN auxiliary input from the drop down to enable the Enable
function (see page 198) with a physical input.

NOTE: The IO Summary window displays the DM72F• I/O mapping. You can see the I/O used by
expert function.

Programmable Filter
The filtering value on the Frequency Meter type input determines the counter maximum frequency
as shown in this table:

Input Filter Value Maximum Counter Frequency

A 0.002 ms (default value) 200 kHz
0.004 ms 100 kHz
0.012 ms 40 kHz
0.04 ms 10 kHz
0.12 ms 4 kHz
0.4 ms 1 kHz
1.2 ms 400 Hz
4 ms 100 Hz

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Programming

Overview
Main type is always managed by an HSCMain function block.
NOTE: At build, a detected error code is given if the HSCMain function block is used to manage a
different HSC type.

Adding the HSCMain Function Block

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →HSC →HSCMain_LMC058 in the list, drag-
and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Type the Main type instance name (defined in configuration) or select the function block instance
by clicking:

Using the input assistant, the HSC instance can be selected at the following path: Global
Variables →<MyController> →PLC Logic →IoConfig_Globals.

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I/O Variables Usage

The tables below describe how the different pins of the function block are used in Frequency
meter type.
This table describes the input variables:

Input Type Description

EN_Enable BOOL When EN input is configured: if TRUE, authorizes the counter enable via
the Enable input (see page 198).
EN_Preset BOOL Not used.
EN_Cap BOOL Not used
EN_Compare BOOL Not used
EN_Out0 BOOL Not used
EN_Out1 BOOL Not used
F_Enable BOOL Forces the Enable condition (see page 198).
F_Preset BOOL Forces the Preset condition (see page 194)
F_Out0 BOOL Not used
F_Out1 BOOL Not used
ACK_Modulo BOOL Not used
ACK_Preset BOOL On rising edge, resets Preset_Flag.
ACK_Cap BOOL Not used
SuspendCompare BOOL Not used
NOTE: EN_Compare, EN_ReflexO, EN_Reflex1, F_Out0, F_Out1
remain operational while SuspendCompare is set.

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This table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

HSC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the HSC.
(see page 210) To be used with the EXPERT_REF_IN input pin of the
Administrative function blocks.
HSC_Err BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Use the EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block to get
more information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that output values on the function block are valid.
Run BOOL Not relevant
TH0 BOOL Not relevant
TH1 BOOL Not relevant
TH2 BOOL Not relevant
TH3 BOOL Not relevant
Modulo_Flag BOOL Not relevant
Preset_Flag BOOL Set to 1 by the preset of the counter (see page 194)
Cap_Flag BOOL Not relevant
Reflex0 BOOL Not relevant
Reflex1 BOOL Not relevant
Out0 BOOL Not relevant
Out1 BOOL Not relevant
CurrentValue DINT Current counter value of the counter.

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Adjusting Parameters

Overview
The list of parameters described in the table below can be read or modified by using the
EXPERTGetParam (see page 227) or EXPERTSetParam (see page 229) function blocks.
NOTE: Parameters set via the program override the parameters values configured in the HSC
configuration window. Initial configuration parameters are restored on cold or warm start
(see Modicon LMC058 Motion Controller, Programming Guide).

Adjustable Parameters
This table provides the list of parameters from the EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE (see page 209)
which can be read or modified while the program is running:

Parameter Description
EXPERT_TIMEBASE to get or set the Timebase value of the HSC

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Period Meter Type

Period Meter Type

Overview
This part describes the use of an HSC in Period meter type.

What Is in This Part?

This part contains the following chapters:
Chapter Chapter Name Page
16 Period Meter Type Principle 115
17 Period Meter Type 117

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Period Meter Type Principle

Period Meter Type Principle

Description

Overview
Use the Period meter type to:
 determine the duration of an event
 determine the time between 2 events
 set and measure the execution time for a process

The Period meter can be used in 2 ways:

 Edge to opposite: Allows the measure of the duration of an event.
 Edge to edge: Allows the measure of the length of time between 2 events.

A time-out value can be specified in the configuration screen.

This function allows to stop a measurement that exceeds this time out. In this case, the counting
register is not valid until the next complete measurement.
The measure is expressed in the unit defined by the resolution parameter (1 µs, 100 µs, 1000 µs).
Example if the CurrentValue = 100 and the Resolution parameter is:
0.001 (1 µs) measure = 0.1 ms
0.1 (100 µs) measure = 10 ms
1 (1000 µs) measure = 100 ms

Edge to Opposite Mode

When the Enable condition = 1, the measurement is taken between the rising edge and the falling
edge of the A input. The counting register is updated as soon as the falling edge is detected.

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Edge to Edge Mode

When the Enable condition = 1, the measurement is taken between 2 rising edges of the A input.
The counting register is updated as soon as the second rising edge is detected.

Enable Condition Interruption Behavior

The trend diagram below describes the behavior of the counting register when the Enable condition
is interrupted:

Operating Limits
The module can perform a maximum of 1 measurement every 5 ms.
The shortest pulse that can be measured is 100 μs, even if the unit defined in the configuration is
1 μs.
The maximum duration that can be measured is 1,073,741,823 units.

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Period Meter Type

Period Meter Type

Overview
This chapter describes how to implement a High Speed Counter in Period meter type.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Synopsis Diagram 118
Configuration 119
Programming 120

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Synopsis Diagram

Synopsis Diagram
This diagram provides an overview of the Main type in Period meter type:

A is the counting input of the counter.

EN is the enable input of the counter.

Optional Function
In addition to the Period meter type, the Main type can provide the following function:
 Enable function (see page 198)

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Configuration

Configuration Procedure
Follow this procedure to configure a Main type in Period meter mode:

Step Action
1 Double-click Expert →DM72F• →HSCMain.
2 Select the HSC Main Configuration tab.
3 Set the value of the General →Counting Mode parameter to Period meter.
4 Set the period meter mode from General →PeriodMeter Mode.
5 Select the value of the Counting inputs →A input →Bounce filter parameter.
6 Optionally, select the value of the EN auxiliary input from the drop down to enable the Enable
function (see page 198) with a physical input.
7 Set the resolution value from Range →Resolution.
8 Set the time-out value from Range →Timeout.

NOTE: The IO Summary window displays the DM72F• I/O mapping. You can see the I/O used by
expert function.

Programmable Filter
The filtering value on the Main type input determines the counter maximum frequency as shown
in the table:

Input Filter Value Maximum Counter Frequency

A 0.002 ms (default value) 200 kHz
0.004 ms 100 kHz
0.012 ms 40 kHz
0.04 ms 10 kHz
0.12 ms 4 kHz
0.4 ms 1 kHz
1.2 ms 400 Hz
4 ms 100 Hz

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Programming

Overview
Main type is always managed by an HSCMain function block.
NOTE: At build, a detected error code is given if the HSCMain function block is used to manage a
different HSC type.

Adding the HSCMain Function Block

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →HSC →HSCMain_LMC058 in the list, drag-
and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Type the Main type instance name (defined in configuration) or select the function block instance
by clicking:

Using the input assistant, the HSC instance can be selected at the following path: Global
Variables →<MyController> →PLC Logic →IoConfig_Globals.

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I/O Variables Usage

The tables below describe how the different pins of the function block are used in Period meter
type.
This table describes the input variables:

Input Type Description

EN_Enable BOOL When EN input is configured: if TRUE, authorizes the counter enable via
the Enable input (see page 198).
EN_Preset BOOL Not used
EN_Cap BOOL Not used
EN_Compare BOOL Not used
EN_Out0 BOOL Not used
EN_Out1 BOOL Not used
F_Enable BOOL Forces the Enable condition (see page 198).
F_Preset BOOL Not used
F_Out0 BOOL Not used
F_Out1 BOOL Not used
ACK_Modulo BOOL Not used
ACK_Preset BOOL Not used
ACK_Cap BOOL Not used
SuspendCompare BOOL Not used
NOTE: EN_Compare, EN_ReflexO, EN_Reflex1, F_Out0,
F_Out1 remain operational while SuspendCompare is set.

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This table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

HSC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the HSC.
(see page 210) To be used with the EXPERT_REF_IN input pin of the
Administrative function blocks.
HSC_Err BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Use the EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block used to
get more information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that output values on the function block are valid.
If the time-out value is exceeded, Validity = FALSE.
Run BOOL TRUE = Counter is running.
TH0 BOOL Not relevant
TH1 BOOL Not relevant
TH2 BOOL Not relevant
TH3 BOOL Not relevant
Modulo_Flag BOOL Not relevant
Preset_Flag BOOL Not relevant
Cap_Flag BOOL Not relevant
Reflex0 BOOL Not relevant
Reflex1 BOOL Not relevant
Out0 BOOL Not relevant
Out1 BOOL Not relevant
CurrentValue DINT Current value of the counter.

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Encoder

Encoder

Overview
This part describes how to implement an encoder.

What Is in This Part?

This part contains the following chapters:
Chapter Chapter Name Page
18 Incremental Mode With an Encoder 125
19 SSI Mode With an Encoder 157

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Incremental Mode With an Encoder

Incremental Mode With an Encoder

Overview
This chapter describes how to use an Encoder in Incremental mode.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following sections:
Section Topic Page
18.1 Incremental Mode Principle 126
18.2 Standard Encoder on an Expert I/O Module 130
18.3 Standard Encoder on the Encoder Interface 139
18.4 Motion Encoder on an Expert I/O Module 148
18.5 Motion Encoder on the Encoder Interface 152

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Section 18.1
Incremental Mode Principle

Incremental Mode Principle

Incremental Mode Principle Description

Overview
Use of the Incremental mode to connect incremental encoders.

Principle
The Incremental mode behaves like a standard up/down counter.
When the Enable condition (see page 198) is false, the counter ignores the pulses applied to the
counting inputs A/B.
In the Incremental mode, the counter must be preset at least one time to operate.The current
counter value is loaded with the Preset value each time the Preset condition (see page 194)
occurs.
The current counter can be stored in the capture register by configuring the Capture conditions
(see page 187).

Axis Types
The following table shows the 2 available axis types:

Axis Type Comment

Linear This mode acts as a finite counter.
Rotary This mode acts as an infinite counter.

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Principle Diagram
The input mode in Incremental mode is always a quadrature:

Normal Quadrature X1 -1 0 1 2 3 2 1 0 -1

Normal Quadrature X2 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1

Normal Quadrature X4 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 1 1 1 15 1 1 1 1 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1
0 1 2 3 4 4 3 2 1 0

Counting Direction Counting up Counting down

Reverse Quadrature X1 3 2 1 0 -1 0 1 2 3

Reverse Quadrature X2 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Reverse Quadrature X4 15 1 1 1 1 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 1 1 1 15
43 2 1 0 0 1 2 3 4

Counting Direction Counting down Counting up

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Stage Action
1 On the rising edge of Preset condition, the current value is set to the preset value and the counter
is activated.
2 When the Enable condition = 1, the counter starts to increment when the counting direction is up.
3 The rising edge on the Preset condition loads the Preset value.
4 When the Enable condition = 1, the counter starts to decrement when the counting direction is down.
5 When the Enable condition = 0, the counter ignores the pulses applied to the counting inputs A/B.
6 The rising edge on the Preset condition loads the preset value.
7 When the Enable condition = 1, the counter starts to decrement when the counting direction is down.

NOTE: Enable and Preset conditions depends on configuration. These are described in the Enable
(see page 198) and Preset (see page 196) function.

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Slack
The counter applies an hysteresis if the rotation is inverted. The value of slack defines the number
of points that are not acknowledged by the counter during the rotation inversion.
This takes into account the slack between the encoder/motor axis and the mechanical axis (e.g.
an encoder measuring the position of a mat).
This behavior is illustrated in the following figure:

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Section 18.2
Standard Encoder on an Expert I/O Module

Standard Encoder on an Expert I/O Module

Overview
This section describes the configuration in Incremental Mode of a Standard Encoder on an
Expert I/O module.

What Is in This Section?

This section contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Synopsis Diagram 131
Configuration of the Standard Encoder on an Expert I/O Module 132
Programming the Standard Encoder 135
Adjusting Parameters 138

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Synopsis Diagram

Synopsis Diagram
The following diagram provides an overview of the Standard Encoder in Incremental mode:

A and B are the counting inputs of the encoder.

EN is the enable input of the encoder.
Z and REF are the reference inputs of the encoder.
CAP is the capture input of the encoder.

Optional Function
In addition to the Incremental mode, the Standard Encoder can provide the following functions:
 Compare (see page 173)
 Capture (see page 187)
 Enable with a physical input (see page 198)
 Preset a physical input (see page 194)

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Configuration of the Standard Encoder on an Expert I/O Module

Configuration Window
Follow this procedure to configure the Standard Encoder type in Incremental mode:

Step Action
1 In the Devices tree, double-click MyController →Expert →DM72Fx →Standard_Encoder.
Result: The configuration window is displayed.
2 Select the Standard Encoder Configuration tab.

I/O Configuration Parameters

This table describes the properties of the Standard Encoder Configuration tab in Incremental
mode:

Parameter Value Default Value Description

General Input Mode Normal Normal Select the period measurement interval.
Quadrature X1 Quadrature X1
Normal
Quadrature X2
Normal
Quadrature X4
Reverse
Quadrature X1
Reverse
Quadrature X2
Reverse
Quadrature X4
Counting A input Bounce 0.002 0.002 Set the filtering value (in ms) to reduce
inputs filter 0.004 the bounce effect on the A input.
0.012
0.04
0.12
0.4
1.2
4
Range Preset 0 0 Set the counting initial value.
Limits Lock on limits Lock on limits Limits management.
Modulo
Slack correction 0 0 Specify the slack correction value.

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Parameter Value Default Value Description

Control Z input Location Disabled Disabled Select the Z input used for presetting the
inputs I1.2 counting function.
Bounce 0.002 0.002 Set the filtering value (in ms) to reduce
filter 0.004 the bounce effect on the Z input.
0.012
0.04
0.12
0.4
1.2
4
EN input Location Disabled Disabled Select the PLC input used for enabling
I1.4 the counting function.
REF input Location Disabled Disabled Select the REF input used for presetting
I1.5 the counting function.
Edge detection None None Select the condition to preset the
Z Rising counting function with the SYNC and
Z Falling REF inputs.
Z Both
Capture CAP input Location Disabled Disabled Select the PLC input used for capturing
I1.3 the current counting value.
CAP0 Mode None None Select the condition to perform a first
Z Rising capture of the counting current value.
CAP1 Mode None None Select the condition to perform a second
Z Rising capture of the counting current value.
Compare Thresholds Number of 0 0 Select the number of thresholds (0...4).
thresholds 1
2
3
4
Scaling Axis Type Linear Linear Select the axis type.
Rotary
Increments 2048 2048 Increment Per Turn
Units 360 360 Unit Per Turn

WARNING
INACCURATE ENCODER VALUE
Respect the mathematical rule of modulo ((Modulo x Increment)/Unit = Integer) to avoid
slipping.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment
damage.

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Programmable Filter
The filtering value on the Standard Encoder input determines the counter maximum frequency,
as shown in the table below:

Input Filter Value Maximum Counter Frequency

A, B 0.002 ms 200 kHz
0.004 ms 100 kHz
0.012 ms 40 kHz
0.04 ms 10 kHz
0.12 ms 4 kHz
0.4 ms 1 kHz
1.2 ms 400 Hz
4 ms 100 Hz

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Programming the Standard Encoder

Overview
A Standard Encoder is always managed by an Encoder_LMC058 (see page 231) function block.

Adding a StandardEncoder Function Block

Step Action
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →ENCODER →ENCODER_LMC058 in the list,
drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Type the Encoder_LMC058 instance name or select the function block instance by clicking on:

Using the input assistant, the Encoder_LMC058 instance can be selected at the following path:
Global Variables →PLC Logic →IoConfig_Globals.

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I/O Variables Usage

The following table describes the input variables:

Inputs Type Comment

EN_Enable BOOL When EN input is configured authorizes the encoder enable via the input
(see page 198).
EN_Preset BOOL When Z or REF input are configured authorizes the counter preset via the
inputs (see page 194).
EN_Cap BOOL When at least one CAP input is configured authorizes the capture function
via the inputs (see page 187).
EN_Compare BOOL TRUE = enables the comparator operation using Thresholds 0, 1, 2, 3
(see page 173):
 basic comparison (TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3 output bits)
 reflex (Reflex0, Reflex1 output bits)
 events (to trigger external tasks on threshold crossing)

EN_Out0 BOOL TRUE = authorizes physical output Output0 to echo the Reflex0 value.
EN_Out1 BOOL TRUE = authorizes physical output Output1 to echo the Reflex1 value.
F_Enable BOOL Forces the Enable condition (see page 198).
F_Preset BOOL Forces the Preset condition.
F_Out0 BOOL TRUE = forces physical output Output0 to 1 (if Reflex0 is configured)
(see page 174).
F_Out1 BOOL TRUE = forces physical output Output1 to 1 (if Reflex1 is configured)
(see page 174).
ACK_Overflow BOOL On rising edge, resets Overflow_Flag
ACK_Preset BOOL On rising edge, resets Preset_Flag (see page 194).
ACK_Cap0 BOOL On rising edge, resets Cap0_Flag (see page 187).
ACK_Cap1 BOOL On rising edge, resets Cap1_Flag (see page 187).
SuspendCompare BOOL TRUE = the comparator operation results are frozen (see page 173):
 TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3, Reflex0, Reflex1 output bits maintain their last
value.
 Physical outputs Output0 and Output1 maintain their last value.
 Events are masked.

EN_Compare, EN_Reflex0, EN_Reflex1, F_Out0, F_Out1 remain

operational while SupendCompare is set.

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The following table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

ENC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the Standard Encoder.
(see page 210) To be used with the EXPERT_REF_IN input of Administrative
Function block
Encoder_Err BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Use the EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block to get more
information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that the output values on the function block are
valid.
TRUE after the first preset
TH0 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 0 (if configured)
(see page 174).
TH1 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 1 (if configured)
(see page 174).
TH2 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 2 (if configured)
(see page 174).
TH3 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 3 (if configured)
(see page 174).
Overflow_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when the encoder rolls over its limits.
Preset_Flag BOOL Set to 1 after the encoder presets (see page 196).
Cap0_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when a new capture value is stored in the Capture register
(see page 187).
This flag must be reset before a new capture is allowed.
Cap1_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when a new capture value is stored in the Capture register
(see page 187).
This flag must be reset before a new capture is allowed.
Reflex0 BOOL State of Reflex0 (see page 174).
Reflex1 BOOL State of Reflex1 (see page 174).
Out0 BOOL State of Output0 (see page 174).
Out1 BOOL State of Output1 (see page 174).
Low_Limit BOOL Set to 1 when the encoder exceeds -2.147.483.648. (see page 79)
Reset to 0 when encoder presets.
High_Limit BOOL Set to 1 when the encoder exceeds +2.147.483.647. (see page 79)
Reset to 0 when encoder presets
EncoderValue DINT Current value of the encoder.

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Adjusting Parameters

Overview
The list of parameters described in the table below can be read or modified by the using the
EXPERTGetParam (see page 227) or EXPERTSetParam (see page 229) function blocks.

Adjustable Parameters
This table provides the list of parameters from the EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE (see page 209)
which can be modified while the program is running:

Parameter Description
EXPERT_PRESET to get or set the Preset value of the Encoder
EXPERT_THRESHOLD0 to get or set the Threshold 0 value of an Encoder
EXPERT_THRESHOLD1 to get or set the Threshold 1 value of an Encoder
EXPERT_THRESHOLD2 to get or set the Threshold 2 value of an Encoder
EXPERT_THRESHOLD3 to get or set the Threshold 3 value of an Encoder
EXPERT_OFFSET to get or set OFFSET of an Encoder in Rotary axis mode
EXPERT_MODULO to get or set MODULO of an Encoder in Rotary axis mode
EXPERT_SLACK to get or set Slack of an Encoder
EXPERT_SCALING to get or set the Scaling parameter of an Encoder
The scaling parameter (ParamValue of the function block) is made of 2
sub-parameters:
High significant INT = Increments
Low significant INT = Units
EXPERT_REFLEX0 to get or set output 0 reflex mode of an EXPERT function
EXPERT_REFLEX1 to get or set output 0 reflex mode of an EXPERT function

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Section 18.3
Standard Encoder on the Encoder Interface

Standard Encoder on the Encoder Interface

Overview
This section describes the configuration in Incremental Mode of the Standard Encoder on the
Encoder interface.

What Is in This Section?

This section contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Synopsis Diagram 140
Configuration of the Standard Encoder on the Encoder Interface 141
Programming the Standard Encoder 144
Adjusting Parameters 147

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Synopsis Diagram

Synopsis Diagram
The following diagram provides an overview of the Standard Encoder in Incremental mode on
the Encoder interface:

A and B are the counting inputs of the counter.

EN is the enable input of the counter.
Z and REF are the reference inputs of the counter.
CAP is the capture input of the counter.

Optional Function
In addition to the Incremental mode, the Standard Encoder can provide the following functions:
 Compare (see page 173)
 Capture (see page 187)
 Enable with a physical input (see page 198)
 Preset with physical inputs (see page 196)

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Configuration of the Standard Encoder on the Encoder Interface

Configuration Window
Follow this procedure to configure the Standard Encoder type in Incremental mode:

Step Action
1 In the Devices tree, double-click MyController →Expert →Encoder →Standard_Encoder_1.
Result: The configuration window is displayed.
2 Select the Standard Encoder Configuration tab.

Configuration Parameters
This table describes the properties of the Standard Encoder Configuration tab in Incremental
mode:

Parameter Value Default Value Description

General Mode Incremental Incremental Select the encoding mode.
SSI
Input Mode Normal Normal Select the period measurement interval.
Quadrature X1 Quadrature X1
Normal
Quadrature X2
Normal
Quadrature X4
Reverse
Quadrature X1
Reverse
Quadrature X2
Reverse
Quadrature X4
Counting A input Bounce 0.002 0.002 Set the filtering value (in ms) to reduce
inputs filter 0.004 the bounce effect on the A input.
0.012
0.04
0.12
0.4
1.2
4
Range Preset 0 0 Set the counting initial value.
Limits Lock on limits Lock on limits Limits management
Modulo
Slack correction 0 0 Specify the slack correction value.

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Parameter Value Default Value Description

Control Z input Bounce 0.002 0.002 Set the filtering value (in ms) to reduce
inputs filter 0.004 the bounce effect on the Z input.
0.012
0.04
0.12
0.4
1.2
4
EN input Location Disabled Disabled Select the PLC input used for enabling
I1.6 the counting function.
REF input Location Disabled Disabled Select the REF input used for presetting
I3.6 the counting function.
Edge detection None None Select the condition to preset the
Z Rising counting function with the SYNC and
Z Falling REF inputs.
Z Both
Capture CAP 0 input Location Disabled Disabled Select the PLC input used for capturing
I1.6 the first counting value.
CAP 1 input Location Disabled Disabled Select the PLC input used for capturing
I3.6 the second counting value.
CAP0 Mode None None Select the condition to perform a first
Z Rising capture of the counting current value.
CAP1 Mode None None Select the condition to perform a second
Z Rising capture of the counting current value.
Compare Thresholds Number of 0 0 Select the number of thresholds (0...4).
thresholds 1
2
3
4
Scaling Axis Type Linear Linear Select the axis type.
Rotary
Increments 2048 2048 Increment Per Turn
Units 360 360 Unit Per Turn
Monitoring Power supply monitor Disabled Disabled Enable the power supply monitor.
Enabled

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WARNING
INACCURATE ENCODER VALUE
Respect the mathematical rule of modulo ((Modulo x Increment)/Unit = Integer) to avoid
slipping.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment
damage.

Programmable Filter
The filtering value on the Standard Encoder input influences the counter maximum frequency, as
shown in the table below:

Input Filter value Maximum counter frequency

A, B 0.002 ms 200 kHz
0.004 ms 100 kHz
0.012 ms 40 kHz
0.04 ms 10 kHz
0.12 ms 4 kHz
0.4 ms 1 kHz
1.2 ms 400 Hz
4 ms 100 Hz

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Programming the Standard Encoder

Overview
A Standard Encoder is always managed by an Encoder_LMC058 (see page 231) function block.

Adding a Standard Encoder Function Block

Step Action
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →ENCODER →ENCODER_LMC058 in the list,
drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Type the Encoder_LMC058 instance name or select the function block instance by clicking:

Using the input assistant, the Encoder_LMC058 instance can be selected at the following path:
Global Variables →PLC Logic →IoConfig_Globals.

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I/O Variables Usage

The following table describes the input variables:

Inputs Type Comment

EN_Enable BOOL When EN input is configured authorizes the encoder enable via the input
(see page 198).
EN_Preset BOOL When Z or REF input are configured authorizes the counter preset via
the inputs (see page 194).
EN_Cap BOOL When at least one CAP input is configured authorizes the capture
function via the inputs (see page 187).
EN_Compare BOOL TRUE = enables the comparator operation using Thresholds 0, 1, 2, 3
(see page 173):
 basic comparison (TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3 output bits)
 reflex (Reflex0, Reflex1) output bits
 events (to trigger external tasks on threshold crossing)

EN_Out0 BOOL TRUE = authorizes physical output 0 to echo the Reflex0 value.
EN_Out1 BOOL TRUE = authorizes physical output 1 to echo the Reflex1 value.
F_Enable BOOL Forces the Enable condition (see page 198).
F_Preset BOOL Forces the Preset condition.
F_Out0 BOOL TRUE = forces physical output 0 to 1 (if Reflex0 is configured)
(see page 174).
F_Out1 BOOL TRUE=forces physical output 1 to 1 (if Reflex1 is configured)
(see page 174).
ACK_Overflow BOOL On rising edge, resets Overflow_Flag
ACK_Preset BOOL On rising edge, resets Preset_Flag (see page 194).
ACK_Cap0 BOOL On rising edge, resets Cap0_Flag (see page 187).
ACK_Cap1 BOOL On rising edge, resets Cap1_Flag (see page 187).
SuspendCompare BOOL TRUE = the comparator operation results are frozen (see page 173):
 TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3, Reflex0, Reflex1 output bits maintain their
last value.
 Physical Outputs 0, 1 maintain their last value.
 Events are masked.

EN_Compare, EN_Reflex0, EN_Reflex1, F_Out0, F_Out1 remain

operational while SupendCompare is set.

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The following table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

ENC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the Standard Encoder.
(see page 210) To be used with the EXPERT_REF_IN input of Administrative
Function block
Encoder_Err BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Use the EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block to get
more information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that the output values on the function block are
valid.
TRUE after the first preset
TH0 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 0 (if configured)
(see page 174).
TH1 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 1 (if configured)
(see page 174).
TH2 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 2 (if configured)
(see page 174).
TH3 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 3 (if configured)
(see page 174).
Overflow_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when the encoder rolls over its limits.
Preset_Flag BOOL Set to 1 after the encoder presets (see page 196).
Cap0_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when a new capture value is stored in the Capture
register (see page 187).
This flag must be reset before a new capture is allowed.
Cap1_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when a new capture value is stored in the Capture
register (see page 187).
This flag must be reset before a new capture is allowed.
Reflex0 BOOL State of Reflex0 (see page 174).
Reflex1 BOOL State of Reflex1 (see page 174).
Out0 BOOL State of Output0 (see page 174).
Out1 BOOL State of Output1 (see page 174).
Low_Limit BOOL Set to 1 when the encoder exceeds - 2.147.483.648.
(see page 79)
Resets to 0 when encoder presets.
High_Limit BOOL Set to 1 when the encoder exceeds + 2.147.483.647.
(see page 79)
Resets to 0 when encoder presets
EncoderValue DINT Current value of the Encoder.

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Adjusting Parameters

Overview
The list of parameters described in the table below can be read or modified by the using the
EXPERTGetParam (see page 227) or EXPERTSetParam (see page 229) function blocks.

Adjustable Parameters
This table provides the list of parameters from the EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE (see page 209)
which can be modified while the program is running:

Parameter Description
EXPERT_PRESET to get or set the Preset value of the Encoder
EXPERT_THRESHOLD0 to get or set the Threshold 0 value of an Encoder
EXPERT_THRESHOLD1 to get or set the Threshold 1 value of an Encoder
EXPERT_THRESHOLD2 to get or set the Threshold 2 value of an Encoder
EXPERT_THRESHOLD3 to get or set the Threshold 3 value of an Encoder
EXPERT_OFFSET to get or set OFFSET of an Encoder
EXPERT_SLACK to get or set Slack of an Encoder
EXPERT_TIMEBASE to get or set timebase of an Encoder
EXPERT_SCALING to get or set the Scaling parameter of an Encoder
The scaling parameter (ParamValue of the function block) is made of 2 sub-
parameters:
High significant INT = Increments
Low significant INT = Units
EXPERT_REFLEX0 to get or set output 0 reflex mode of an EXPERT function
EXPERT_REFLEX1 to get or set output 0 reflex mode of an EXPERT function

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Section 18.4
Motion Encoder on an Expert I/O Module

Motion Encoder on an Expert I/O Module

Overview
This section describes the configuration in Incremental Mode of a Motion Encoder on an Expert
I/O module.

What Is in This Section?

This section contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Synopsis Diagram 149
Configuration of the Motion Encoder on an Expert I/O Module 150

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Synopsis Diagram

Synopsis Diagram
The following diagram provides an overview of the Motion Encoder in Incremental mode:

A and B are the counting inputs of the encoder.

Z is the reference input of the encoder.
CAP is the capture input of the encoder.

Optional Function
In addition to the Incremental mode, the Motion Encoder can provide the following function:
 Capture (see page 187)
A Motion Encoder supports all SM3_Basic library SoftMotion functions (preset, touch prob, etc...).
In addition, an MC_GetImmediateValue_LMC058 (see page 215) function is available in the
LMC058 Motion library.

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Configuration of the Motion Encoder on an Expert I/O Module

Configuration Window
To configure the Motion Encoder type in Incremental mode, double-click MyController →Expert
→DM72Fx in the Devices tree.
Result: The Motion Encoder Configuration window is displayed.

I/O Configuration Parameters

This table describes the properties of the Motion Encoder Configuration tab in Incremental
mode:

Parameter Value Default Value Description

General Input Mode Normal Normal Select the period measurement interval.
Quadrature X1 Quadrature X1
Normal
Quadrature X2
Normal
Quadrature X4
Reverse
Quadrature X1
Reverse
Quadrature X2
Reverse
Quadrature X4
Counting A input Bounce 0.002 0.002 Set the filtering value (in ms) to reduce the
inputs filter 0.004 bounce effect on the A input.
0.012
0.04
0.12
0.4
1.2
4
Control Z input Location Disabled Disabled Select the Z input used for presetting the
inputs I3.2 counting function.
Capture CAP Location Disabled Disabled Select the PLC input used for capturing the
input I3.3 current counting value.

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Programmable Filter
The filtering value on the Motion Encoder input determines the counter maximum frequency as
shown in the table below:

Input Filter Value Maximum Counter Frequency

A, B 0.002 ms 200 kHz
0.004 ms 100 kHz
0.012 ms 40 kHz
0.04 ms 10 kHz
0.12 ms 4 kHz
0.4 ms 1 kHz
1.2 ms 400 Hz
4 ms 100 Hz

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Section 18.5
Motion Encoder on the Encoder Interface

Motion Encoder on the Encoder Interface

Overview
This section describes the configuration in Incremental Mode of a Motion Encoder on the
Encoder interface.

What Is in This Section?

This section contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Synopsis Diagram 153
Configuration of the Motion Encoder on the Encoder Interface 154

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Synopsis Diagram

Synopsis Diagram
The following diagram provides an overview of the Motion Encoder in Incremental mode on the
Encoder interface:

A and B are the counting inputs of the encoder.

Z is the reference input of the encoder.
CAP0 and CAP1 are the capture inputs of the encoder.

Optional Function
In addition to the Incremental mode, the Motion Encoder can provide the following function:
 Capture (see page 187)
A Motion Encoder supports all SM3_Basic library SoftMotion functions (preset, touch prob, etc...).
In addition, an MC_GetImmediateValue_LMC058 (see page 215) function is available in the
LMC058 Motion library.

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Configuration of the Motion Encoder on the Encoder Interface

Configuration Window
To configure the Motion Encoder type in Incremental mode, double-click MyController →Expert
→Encoder →Motion_Encoder_1.
Result: the Motion Encoder Configuration window is displayed.

Configuration Parameters
This table describes the properties of the Motion Encoder Configuration tab in Incremental
mode:

Parameter Value Default Value Description

General Mode Incremental Incremental Select the encoding mode.
SSI
Input Mode Normal Normal Select the period measurement interval.
Quadrature X1 Quadrature X1
Normal
Quadrature X2
Normal
Quadrature X4
Reverse
Quadrature X1
Reverse
Quadrature X2
Reverse
Quadrature X4
Counting A input Bounce 0.002 0.002 Set the filtering value (in ms) to reduce the
inputs filter 0.004 bounce effect on the A input.
0.012
0.04
0.12
0.4
1.2
4
Control Z input Bounce 0.002 0.002 Set the filtering value (in ms) to reduce the
inputs filter 0.004 bounce effect on the Z input.
0.012
0.04
0.12
0.4
1.2
4

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Parameter Value Default Value Description

Capture CAP 0 Location Disabled Disabled Select the PLC input used for capturing the
input I1.6 first counting value.
CAP 1 Location Disabled Disabled Select the PLC input used for capturing the
input I3.6 second counting value.
CAP0 Mode None None Select the condition to perform a first
Z Rising capture of the counting current value.
CAP1 Mode None None Select the condition to perform a second
Z Rising capture of the counting current value.
Monitoring Power supply Disabled Disabled Enable the power supply monitor.
monitor Enabled

Programmable Filter
The filtering value on the Motion Encoder input determines counter maximum frequency as
shown in the table below:

Input Filter value Maximum counter frequency

A 0.002 ms 200 kHz
0.004 ms 100 kHz
0.012 ms 40 kHz
0.04 ms 10 kHz
0.12 ms 4 kHz
0.4 ms 1 kHz
1.2 ms 400 Hz
4 ms 100 Hz

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SSI Mode With an Encoder

SSI Mode With an Encoder

Overview
This chapter describes each of the encoders available in SSI Mode.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following sections:
Section Topic Page
19.1 SSI Principle Description 158
19.2 Standard Encoder in SSI Mode on an Encoder Interface 160
19.3 Motion Encoder in SSI Mode on the Encoder Interface 167

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Section 19.1
SSI Principle Description

SSI Principle Description

SSI Mode Principle Description

General
The SSI (Synchronous Serial Interface) mode allows the connection of an absolute encoder.
The position of the absolute encoder is read by an SSI link.

Principle Diagram
The figure below represents an SSI frame:

Clock sequence

1 2 3 4 5 6 0 n+1
Clock from the controller
to the encoder

t
tm
tp < 20Ms tm < 20Ms t < tm

Data from the encoder to

the controller
MSB LSB MSB
0

tp

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Data Information
The data content can be configured to adjust the information from the absolute Encoder:

Parameter Range Comment

Transmission 100 or 200 kHz –
speed
Length of 8...41 bits Length of frame = implicit number of header bits (0 to 4) +
frame number of data bits (8 to 32) + number of status bits (0 to 4) +
number of parity bit (0 or 1).
Data 8...32 bits Binary or gray code.
The least significant bits (8…32) indicate resolution per turn and
the most significant bits (0…24) indicate the number of turns.
Data bits per 8...16 bits Binary or gray code.
turn
Status bits 0...4 bits –
Parity 0...1 bit None, odd or even.
Resolution 0...17 bits This parameter allows to filter data. The least significant bits are
reduction ignored.
Error bit no check, active 0, active 1  no check: the controller ignores any detected error
check generated by the encoder.
 active 0: the controller ignores the frame containing the
detected error. The active level is 0.
 active 1: the controller ignores the frame containing the
detected error. The active level is 1.

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Section 19.2
Standard Encoder in SSI Mode on an Encoder Interface

Standard Encoder in SSI Mode on an Encoder Interface

Overview
This section describes the configuration in SSI mode of a Motion Encoder on the Encoder
interface.

What Is in This Section?

This section contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Standard Encoder Specifications 161
Configuration of the Standard Encoder on an Encoder Interface 162
Programming the Standard Encoder 164

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Standard Encoder Specifications

Synopsis Diagram
The following diagram provides an overview of the Standard Encoder in SSI mode on the
Encoder interface:

Optional Function
In addition to the SSI mode, the Standard Encoder can provide the following function:
 Capture (see page 187)

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Configuration of the Standard Encoder on an Encoder Interface

Configuration Window
Follow this procedure to configure the Standard Encoder type in SSI mode:

Step Action
1 In the Devices tree, double-click MyController →Expert →Encoder →Standard_Encoder_1.
Result: The configuration window is displayed.
2 Select the Standard Encoder Configuration tab.

Configuration Parameters
This table describes the properties of the Standard Encoder Configuration tab in SSI mode:

Parameter Value Default Description

Value
General Mode Increme Increment Select the encoding mode.
ntal al
SSI
Range Preset 0 0 Set the counting initial value.
Capture CAP 0 input Location Disable Disabled Select the PLC input used for capturing the first
d counting value.
I1.6
CAP 1 input Location Disable Disabled Select the PLC input used for capturing the
d second counting value.
I3.6
Compare Thresholds Number of 0 0 Select the number of thresholds (0...4).
thresholds 1
2
3
4
Scaling Increments 2048 2048 Increment Per Turn.
Units 360 360 Unit Per Turn.
Monitoring Power supply monitor Disable Disabled Enable the power supply monitor.
d
Enabled

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Parameter Value Default Description

Value
Synchronous Transmission speed 100 200 Select the speed of the transmission (in KHz).
Serial 200
Interface (SSI) Number of bits by frame 8 8 Set the number of bits by frame.
Number of data bits 8 8 Set the number of bits to be reserved for the
data.
Number of data bits / turn 8 8 Set the number of data bits to be reserved to
determine the number of turns.
Number of status bits 0 0 Set the number of bits to be reserved for the
status.
Parity None None Select the parity.
Even
Odd
Resolution reduction 0 0 Set the resolution reduction.
Binary coding Binary Binary Select the binary coding mode.
Gray

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Programming the Standard Encoder

Overview
A Standard Encoder is always managed by an Encoder_LMC058 (see page 231) function block.

Adding a Standard Encoder Function Block

Step Action
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →ENCODER →ENCODER_LMC058 in the list,
drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Type the Encoder_LMC058 instance name or select the function block instance by clicking:

Using the input assistant, the Encoder_LMC058 instance can be selected at the following path:
Global Variables →PLC Logic →IoConfig_Globals.

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I/O Variables Usage

The following table describes the input variables:

Inputs Type Comment

EN_Enable BOOL Not used.
EN_Preset BOOL Not used.
EN_Cap BOOL When at least one CAP input is configured, it authorizes the
capture function via the inputs (see page 187).
EN_Compare BOOL TRUE = enables the comparator operation using Thresholds 0, 1,
2, 3 (see page 173):
 basic comparison (TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3 output bits)
 reflex (Reflex0, Reflex1 output bits)
 events (to trigger external tasks on threshold crossing)

EN_Out0 BOOL Not used.

EN_Out1 BOOL Not used.
F_Enable BOOL Forces the Enable condition (see page 198).
In case of a detected SSI error, setting the F_Enable input to 0
acknowledges this detected error.
F_Preset BOOL Forces the Preset condition (see page 194).
F_Out0 BOOL Not used.
F_Out1 BOOL Not used.
ACK_Overflow BOOL On rising edge, resets Overflow_Flag
ACK_Preset BOOL On rising edge, resets Preset_Flag (see page 194).
ACK_Cap0 BOOL On rising edge, resets Cap0_Flag (see page 187).
ACK_Cap1 BOOL On rising edge, resets Cap1_Flag (see page 187).
SuspendCompare BOOL Not used.

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The following table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

ENC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the Standard Encoder.
(see page 210) To be used with the EXPERT_REF_IN input of Administrative
Function block.
Encoder_Err BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Use the EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block to get
more information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that the output values on the function block are
valid.
TRUE after the first preset.
TH0 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 0 (if configured)
(see page 174).
TH1 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 1 (if configured)
(see page 174).
TH2 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 2 (if configured)
(see page 174).
TH3 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 3 (if configured)
(see page 174).
Overflow_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when the encoder rolls over its limits.
Preset_Flag BOOL Set to 1 after the encoder presets (see page 196).
Cap0_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when a new capture value is stored in the Capture
register (see page 187).
This flag must be reset before a new capture is allowed.
Cap1_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when a new capture value is stored in the Capture
register (see page 187).
This flag must be reset before a new capture is allowed.
Reflex0 BOOL State of Reflex0 (see page 174).
Reflex1 BOOL State of Reflex1 (see page 174).
Out0 BOOL Not relevant
Out1 BOOL Not relevant
Low_Limit BOOL Not relevant
High_Limit BOOL Not relevant
EncoderValue DINT Current value of the encoder.
The value is not valid if an error is detected.

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Section 19.3
Motion Encoder in SSI Mode on the Encoder Interface

Motion Encoder in SSI Mode on the Encoder Interface

Overview
This section describes the configuration in SSI mode of a Motion Encoder on the Encoder
interface.

What Is in This Section?

This section contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Motion Encoder Specifications 168
Configuration of the Motion Encoder on the Encoder Interface 169

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Motion Encoder Specifications

Synopsis Diagram
The following diagram provides an overview of the Motion Encoder in SSI mode on the Encoder
interface:

Optional Function
In addition to the SSI mode, the Motion Encoder can provide the following function:
 Capture (see page 187)

A Motion Encoder supports all SM3_Basic library SoftMotion functions (preset, touch prob, etc...).
In addition, a MC_GetImmediateValue_LMC058 (see page 215) and a MC_Reset_LMC058
(see page 217) functions are available in the LMC058 Motion library.

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Configuration of the Motion Encoder on the Encoder Interface

Configuration Window
To configure the Motion Encoder type in SSI mode, double-click MyController →Expert →
Encoder →Motion_Encoder_1.
Result: the Motion Encoder Configuration window is displayed.

Configuration Parameters
This table describes the properties of the Motion Encoder Configuration tab in SSI mode:

Parameter Value Default Description

Value
General Mode Incremental Incremental Select the encoding mode.
SSI
Capture CAP 0 Location Disabled Disabled Select the PLC input used for capturing the
input I1.6 first counting value.
CAP 1 Location Disabled Disabled Select the PLC input used for capturing the
input I3.6 second counting value.
Monitoring Power supply Disabled Disabled Enable the power supply monitor.
monitor Enabled
Synchronous Transmission speed 100 200 Select the speed of the transmission
Serial 200 (in KHz).
Interface
Number of bits by 8 8 Set the number of bits by frame.
(SSI)
frame
Number of data bits 8 8 Set the number of bits to be reserved for the
data.
Number of data bits / 8 8 Set the number of data bits to be reserved to
turn determine the number of turns.
Number of status 0 0 Set the number of bits to be reserved for the
bits status.
Parity None None Select the parity.
Even
Odd
Resolution 0 0 Set the resolution reduction.
reduction
Binary coding Binary Binary Select the binary coding mode.
Gray

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Optional Functions

Optional Functions

Overview
This part provides information on optional functions for HSC.

What Is in This Part?

This part contains the following chapters:
Chapter Chapter Name Page
20 Comparison Function 173
21 Capture Function 183
22 Preset and Enable Functions 193

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Comparison Function

Comparison Function

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Section 20.1
Comparison with a Main Type

Comparison with a Main Type

Overview
This section provides information on the comparison function with a Main type or an encoder.

What Is in This Section?

This section contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Comparison Principle with a Main type or an Encoder 175
Configuration of the Comparison on a Main Type or an Encoder 179
External Event Configuration 180

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Comparison Principle with a Main type or an Encoder

Overview
The compare block with the Main type manages Thresholds, Reflex outputs and Events in the
following modes:
 One-shot (see page 39)
 Modulo-loop (see page 53)
 Free-Large (see page 73)

The compare block with an Encoder manages Thresholds, Reflex outputs and Events.
Comparison is configured in the Configuration screen (see page 179) by activating at least one
threshold.
Comparison can be used to trigger:
 programming action on thresholds (see page 176)
 an event on threshold associated with an external task (see page 176)
 reflex outputs (see page 176)

Principle of a Comparison
The Main type or an Encoder can manage up to 4 thresholds.
A threshold is a configured value that is compared to the current counting value. Thresholds are
used to define up to 5 zones or to react to a value crossing.
They are defined by configuration and can also be adjusted in the application program by using the
EXPERTSetParam (see page 229) function block.
If Thresholdx (x= 0, 1, 2, 3) is configured and comparison is enabled (EN_Compare = 1), output
pin THx of the HSCMain_LMC058 (Encoder_LMC058) function block is:
 set when counter value >= Thresholdx
 reset when counter value < Thresholdx

NOTE: When EN_Compare is set to 0 on HSCMain_LMC058 (Encoder_LMC058) function

block, comparison functions are disabled, including external tasks triggered by a threshold event
and Reflex outputs.

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Example for 2 thresholds:

Threshold 1

Threshold 0

EN_Compare

TH1

TH0

Threshold Behavior
Using thresholds comparison status available in the task context (TH0 to TH2 output pins of the
function block) is suitable for an application with a low time constant.
It can be used, for example, to monitor the liquid level in a tank.

Configuring Event
Configuring an event on threshold crossing allows to trigger an external task (see page 180). You
can choose to trigger an event when a configured threshold is crossed downward, upward, or both.

Reflex Output Behavior

Configuring reflex outputs allows to trigger physical reflex outputs.
These outputs are not controlled in the task context, reducing the reaction time to a minimum. This
is convenient for operations that need fast execution.
Outputs used by the High Speed Counter or an Encoder can only be accessed through the function
block. They cannot be read or written directly within the application.

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Example of the reflex outputs triggered by threshold:

Counting

Threshold 3
Threshold 2

Threshold 1

Threshold 0
t

State

TH3

TH2

TH1

TH0
t

State

Reflex1

Reflex0
t

State

EN_Out1

EN_Out0
t

State

OUT_1

OUT_0
t

NOTE: The state of the reflex outputs depends on the configuration.

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Changing the Threshold Values

Care must be exercised when threshold compares are active to avoid unintended or unexpected
results from the outputs or from sudden Event task execution. If the compare function is disabled,
threshold values can be modified freely. However, if the compare function is enabled, suspend at
least the threshold compare function while modifying the threshold values.

WARNING
UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION
 Do not change the Threshold values without using the SuspendCompare input if
EN_Compare = 1.
 Verify that TH0 is less than TH1, that TH1 is less than TH2, and that TH2 is less than TH3 before
reactivating the threshold compare function.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment
damage.

While EN_Compare = 1, the comparison is active, and it is necessary to follow this procedure:

Step Action
1 Set SuspendCompare to 1.
The comparison is frozen at the current value:
 TH0, TH1, Reflex0, Reflex1, Out0, Out1 output bits of the block maintain their last value.
 Physical Outputs 0, 1 maintain their last value
 Events are masked

NOTE: EN_Compare, EN_Out0, EN_Out1, F_Out0, F_Out1 remain operational while

SuspendCompare is set.
2 Modify the Threshold values as needed using the EXPERTSetParam (see page 227) function
block.
NOTE: Follow this rule to configure the threshold values: TH0 < TH1 < TH2 < TH3.
3 Set SuspendCompare to 0.
The new Threshold values are applied and the comparison is resumed.

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Configuration of the Comparison on a Main Type or an Encoder

Configuration Procedure
Follow this procedure to configure the comparison function on a Main type or an Encoder:

Step Action
1 In the Devices tree, double-click the Expert →DM72F• →HSCMain or Standard_Encoder
node.
2 Select the HSC Main Configuration or Standard Encoder Configuration tab.
3 In the Number of thresholds parameter, select the number of thresholds to use.
4 Select the thresholds values.
NOTE: Follow this rule to configure the threshold values: TH0 < TH1 < TH2 < TH3
5 Optionally, provide an event condition (see page 180).
6 Optionally, configure the Reflex Output behavior (see page 175).

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External Event Configuration

Procedure
The following procedure describes how to configure an external event (see Modicon LMC058
Motion Controller, Programming Guide) to activate a task:

Step Action
1 In the Applications tree tab, add a task.
2 Double-click the task node to associate to an external event.
3 In the Type dropdown menu, select External.
4 In the External Event dropdown menu, select the event to associate to the task (see the list
below).

External Events
This table provides a description of the possible external events to associate to a task:

Event Name Description

BLOCK0_I0 Task is activated when the input I0 of the block DM72F0 is set to 1.
BLOCK0_I1 Task is activated when the input I1 of the block DM72F0 is set to 1.
BLOCK0_I2 Task is activated when the input I2 of the block DM72F0 is set to 1.
BLOCK0_I3 Task is activated when the input I3 of the block DM72F0 is set to 1.
BLOCK1_I0I4 Task is activated when the input I0 of the block DM72F1 is set to 1.
BLOCK1_I1I5 Task is activated when the input I1 of the block DM72F1 is set to 1.
BLOCK1_I2I6 Task is activated when the input I2 of the block DM72F1 is set to 1.
BLOCK1_I3I7 Task is activated when the input I3 of the block DM72F1 is set to 1.
BLOCK0_TH0 Task is activated when the threshold TH0 of the HSC or the encoder of the block
DM72F0 is set to 1.
BLOCK0_TH1 Task is activated when the threshold TH1 of the HSC or the encoder of the block
DM72F0 is set to 1.
BLOCK0_TH2 Task is activated when the threshold TH2 of the HSC or the encoder of the block
DM72F0 is set to 1.
BLOCK0_TH3 Task is activated when the threshold TH3 of the HSC or the encoder of the block
DM72F0 is set to 1.
BLOCK1_TH0 Task is activated when the threshold TH0 of the HSC or the encoder of the block
DM72F1 is set to 1.
BLOCK1_TH1 Task is activated when the threshold TH1 of the HSC or the encoder of the block
DM72F1 is set to 1.
BLOCK1_TH2 Task is activated when the threshold TH2 of the HSC or the encoder of the block
DM72F1 is set to 1.

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Event Name Description

BLOCK1_TH3 Task is activated when the threshold TH3 of the HSC or the encoder of the block
DM72F1 is set to 1.
ENCODER_TH0 Task is activated when the threshold TH0 of an encoder of the Encoder interface is
set to 1.
ENCODER_TH1 Task is activated when the threshold TH1 of an encoder of the Encoder interface is
set to 1.
ENCODER_TH2 Task is activated when the threshold TH2 of an encoder of the Encoder interface is
set to 1.
ENCODER_TH3 Task is activated when the threshold TH3 of an encoder of the Encoder interface is
set to 1.
BLOCK0_HSCSTOP Task is activated when the value of the HSC related to the block DM72F0 reaches 0
in One-shot mode.
BLOCK1_HSCSTOP Task is activated when the value of the HSC related to the block DM72F1 reaches 0
in One-shot mode.
CAN0_SYNC Task is activated when the CANopen manager sends a Sync message (enabled when
Enable Sync Producing is checked in the CANopen manager configuration
window).
CAN1_SYNC Task is activated when the CANopen manager sends a Sync message (enabled when
Enable Sync Producing is checked in the CANopen manager configuration
window).

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Capture Function

Capture Function

Overview
This chapter provides information on capture function for HSC.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following sections:
Section Topic Page
21.1 Capture with a Main Type 184
21.2 Capture with an Encoder 187

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Section 21.1
Capture with a Main Type

Capture with a Main Type

Overview
This section provides information on the capture function with a Main type.

What Is in This Section?

This section contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Capture Principle with a Main Type 185
Configuration of the Capture on a Main Type 186

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Capture Principle with a Main Type

Overview
The capture function stores the current counter value upon an external input signal.
The capture function is available in Main type with the following modes:
 One-shot (see page 45)
 Modulo-loop (see page 65)
 Free-large (see page 81)

Using this function requires to:

 configure the optional Capture input: CAP
 use EXPERTGetCapturedValue (see page 222) function block to retrieve the captured value
in your application.

Principle of a Capture
This graphic illustrates how the capture works in Modulo-loop mode:

1 2 4
CAP

EN_Cap
5
ACK_Cap

Cap_Flag

Counting

CaptureRegister sample value

Stage Action
1 When EN_Cap = 0, the function is not operational.
2 When EN_Cap = 1, the edge on CAP captures the current counter value and puts it into the Capture
register, and triggers the rising edge of Cap_Flag.
3 Get the stored value using EXPERTGetCapturedValue (see page 222).
4 While Cap_Flag = 1, any new edge on the physical input CAP is ignored.
5 The rising edge of HSCMain_LMC058 (see page 234) function block input ACK_Cap triggers the
falling edge Cap_Flag output.
A new capture is authorized.

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Configuration of the Capture on a Main Type

Configuration Procedure
Follow this procedure to configure the capture function on a Main type:

Step Action
1 In the Devices tree, double-click the Expert →DM72F• →HSCMain or Standard_Encoder
node.
2 Select the HSC Main Configuration or Standard Encoder Configuration tab.
3 Select a value for the Capture →CAP input →Location parameter.
4 Select a value for the Capture →CAP input →Bounce filter parameter.
5 Define the triggering mode of the Capture →Mode parameter.

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Section 21.2
Capture with an Encoder

Capture with an Encoder

Overview
This section provides informations on the capture function with an Standard Encoder or Motion
Encoder.

What Is in This Section?

This section contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Capture with an Encoder 188
Configuration of the Capture on an Encoder 191

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Capture with an Encoder

Overview
The capture function stores the current counter value upon an external input signal.
Each Encoder have 2 registers of capture (CAP0 and CAP1). Those registers can be used in 2
ways:
 Up to 2 position captures
 1 distance capture

Using this function requires to:

 configure optional Capture inputs: CAP
 use EXPERTGetCapturedValue (see page 222) function block to retrieve the captured value
in your application.

Principle of a Capture
This graphic illustrates how the position capture works (only one register is shown):

1 2 4
CAP

EN_Cap
5
ACK_Cap

Cap_Flag

Counting

CaptureRegister sample value

Stage Action
1 When En_Cap = 0, the function is not operational.
2 When EN_Cap = 1, the edge on CAP captures the current counter value and puts it into the Capture
register, and triggers the rising edge of Cap_Flag.
3 Get the stored value using EXPERTGetCapturedValue (see page 222).
4 While Cap_Flag = 1, any new edge on the physical input CAP is ignored.

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Stage Action
5 The rising edge of Encoder (see page 234) function block input ACK_Cap triggers the falling edge
Cap_Flag output.
A new capture is authorized.

Principle of Distance Capture

When using an encoder, the distance capture allows to get the difference between each edge of
CAP input as shown in the following diagram:

Position
Y
Measure
X

At each edge, position is captured.

Difference between positions is
delivered

Time
1 2 3
CAP

Cap0_Flag
4
ACK_Cap0

Capture register 1 X

Capture register 2 Y

Stage Action
1 The rising edge of CAP captures the current counter value and puts it into the first capture register.
2 The falling edge of CAP captures the current counter value and puts it into the second Capture
register, and triggers the rising edge of Cap0_Flag.
3 Get the stored value using EXPERTGetCapturedValue (see page 222).
The EXPERTGetCapturedValue (see page 222) function block can get:
 the position at the rising edge
 the position at the falling edge
 distance value

4 While Cap0_Flag = 1, any new edge on the physical input CAP is ignored.

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Stage Action
5 The rising edge of Encoder (see page 234) function block input ACK_Cap triggers the falling edge
Cap_Flag output.
A new capture is authorized.

NOTE: In the case of a rotary axis, the distance is always positive even if the position at the falling
edge is smaller than the position at the rising edge.

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Configuration of the Capture on an Encoder

Configuration Procedure on an Expert Module

Follow this procedure to configure the capture function of an Encoder:

Step Action
1 In the Devices tree, double-click the Expert →DM72Fx →Standard_Encoder or
Motion_Encoder.
2 Select the configuration tab.
3 Select a value for the Capture →CAP input →Location parameter.
4 Select a value for the Capture →CAP input →Bounce filter parameter.
5 If necessary, select CAP0 Mode and CAP1 Mode parameters.
6 If necessary, enable the Capture distance parameter.

Configuration Procedure on an Encoder Interface

Follow this procedure to configure the capture function of an Encoder:

Step Action
1 In the Devices tree, double-click the Expert →Encoder →Standard_Encoder or
Motion_Encoder.
2 Select the configuration tab.
3 Select a value for the Capture →CAP 0 input or CAP 1 input →Location parameter.
4 Select a value for the Capture →CAP 0 input or CAP 1 input →Bounce filter parameter.
5 If necessary, select CAP0 Mode and CAP1 Mode parameters.
6 If necessary, enable the Capture distance parameter.

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Preset and Enable Functions

Preset and Enable Functions

Overview
This chapter provides information on preset and enable functions for a HSC or an Encoder.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Preset Function 194
Free-large or Period Meter Preset Conditions 196
Enable Function 198

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Preset Function

Overview
The preset function is used to set/reset the counter operation.
The preset function authorizes counting function, synchronization, and start in the following
counting modes:
 One shot counter: preset and start the counter
 Modulo-loop counter: reset and start the counter
 Event counting: restart the internal time base at the beginning

NOTE: Sync condition for a Simple HSC type corresponds to the function block inputs Sync.

Description
This function is used to synchronize the counter depending on the status and the configuration of
the optional SYNC physical input and the function block inputs F_Preset and EN_Preset.
This diagram illustrates the Sync conditions of the HSC:

EN_Preset input of the HSC function block

F_Preset input of the HSC function block
SYNC physical input SYNC

The function block output Preset_Flag is set 1 when the Sync Condition is reached.
The Sync condition operates on a rising edge.

Configuration
This procedure describes how to configure a preset function:

Step Action
1 In the Devices tree, double-click MyController →DM72F• →HSCMain.
2 Select the HSC Main Configuration tab.
3 Select the value of the Control inputs →SYNC input →Location parameter.
4 Select the value of the Control inputs →SYNC input →Bounce filter parameter.
5 Select the value of the Control inputs →Edge detection parameter.

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Transition Type
The transition type of the SYNC physical input is determined by the Edge detection parameter.
There are 3 available transitions, defined by configuration:
 Rising edge of the SYNC input
 Falling edge of the SYNC input
 Both edges of the SYNC input

There are 3 available transitions, defined by configuration:

Value Description
Sync Rising Detection done on rising edge.
Sync Falling Detection done on falling edge.
Sync Both Detection done on rising edge and on falling edge.

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Free-large or Period Meter Preset Conditions

Overview
In Free-large mode, the Preset condition is create by using 2 inputs:
 SYNC (respectively Z for the Encoder)
 REF

There are 7 preset conditions available:

 At the edge of the input SYNC (rising, falling or both)
 At the rising edge of the input REF
 At the rising edge of the input SYNC if the input REF is active high
 At the first SYNC pulse after the REF input signal rising
 At the first SYNC pulse after the REF input signal falling

At the Edge of the Input SYNC (Rising, Falling or Both)

The counter synchronizes upon the encoder reference point.

At the Rising Edge of the Input REF

The counter synchronizes upon the mechanical position.

At the Rising Edge of the Input SYNC if the Input REF is Active High
The counter synchronizes upon the encoder reference point when the REF signal is TRUE, as
shown below:.

Preset No Preset Preset 4 Times

SYNC

REF

time
Cross symbol shows the preset time

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At the First SYNC Pulse after the REF Input Signal Rising:

Preset No Preset Preset first edge only

SYNC

REF

time
Cross symbol shows the preset time

At the first SYNC Pulse after the REF Input Signal Falling:

Preset Preset first edge only

SYNC

REF

time

Cross symbol shows the preset time

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Enable Function

Overview
The enable function is used to authorize the counting operation.

Description
This function is used to authorize changes to the current counter value depending on the status of
the optional EN physical input and the function block inputs F_Enable and EN_Enable.
The diagrams illustrates the enable conditions:

EN_Enable input of the HSC function block

F_Enable input of the HSC function block
EN physical input Enable

As long as the function is not enabled, the counting pulses are ignored.
NOTE: Enable condition for a Simple type corresponds to the function block inputs Enable.

Configuration
This procedure describes how to configure an enable function:

Step Action
1 In the Devices tree, double-click MyController →DM72F• →HSCMain.
2 Select the HSC Main Configuration tab.
3 Select the value of the Control inputs →EN input →Location parameter.
4 Select the value of the Control inputs →EN input →Bounce filter parameter.

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Appendices

Overview
The appendices provides an overview of data types, function blocks and general information about
the function blocks used.

What Is in This Appendix?

The appendix contains the following chapters:
Chapter Chapter Name Page
A General Information 201
B Data Types 205
C Function Blocks 213
D Function and Function Block Representation 241

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General Information

General Information

Overview
The information described in this chapter is common for PTO and HSC features.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Dedicated Features 202
General Information on Administrative and Motion Function Block Management 203

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Dedicated Features

Bounce Filter
This table shows the maximum counter frequencies determined by the filtering values used to
reduce the bounce effect on the input:

Input Bounce Filter Value (ms) Maximum Counter Frequency

A 0.000 200 kHz
B
0.001 200 kHz
EN
CAP 0.002 200 kHz
0.005 100 kHz
0.010 50 kHz
0.05 25 kHz
0.1 5 kHz
0.5 1 kHz
1 500 Hz
5 100 Hz
A is the counting input of the counter.
B is the counting input of the dual phase counter.
EN is the enable input of the counter.
CAP is the capture input of the counter.

Dedicated Outputs
Outputs used by the Pulse Train Output, Pulse Width Modulation, and High Speed Counters or an
Encoder can only be accessed through the function block. They can not be read or written directly
within the application.

WARNING
UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION
 Do not use the same instance of a function block in more than 1 task.
 Do not modify function block references (••_REF_IN) while the function block is active
(executing).
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment
damage.

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General Information on Administrative and Motion Function Block Management

Management of Input Variables

At the Execute input rising edge, the function block starts.
Any further modifications of the input variables are not taken into account.
Following the IEC 61131-3 standards, if any variable input to a function block is missing, that is,
left open or unconnected, then the value from the previous invocation of the instance of the function
block will be used. In the first invocation, the initial, configured value is applied in this case.
Therefore, it is best that a function block always has known values attributed to its inputs to help
avoid difficulties in debugging your program. For HSC and PTO function blocks, it is best to use
the instance only once, and preferably the instance be in the main task.

Management of Output Variables

The Done, InVelocity, or InFrequency output is mutually exclusive with Busy,
CommandAborted, and Error outputs: only one of them can be TRUE on one function block. If
the Execute input is TRUE, one of these outputs is TRUE.
At the rising edge of the Execute input, the Busy output is set. This Busy output remains set
during the function block execution, and is reset at the rising edge of one of the other outputs
(Done, InVelocity, InFrequency, CommandAborted, and Error).
The Done, InVelocity, or InFrequency output is set when the function block execution has
been completed successfully.
When a function block execution is interrupted by another one, the CommandAborted output is set
instead.
When a function block execution ends due to a detected error, the Error output is set and the
detected error number is given through the ErrId output.
The Done, InVelocity, InFrequency, Error, ErrID, and CommandAborted outputs are
reset with the falling edge of Execute. If Execute input is reset before the execution is finished,
then the outputs are set for one task cycle at the execution ending.
When an instance of a function block receives a new Execute before it is finished, the function
block does not return any feedback, such as Done, for the previous action.

Handling a detected error

All blocks have 2 outputs that can report a detected error during the execution of the function block:
 Error = TRUE when an error is detected.
 ErrID When Error = TRUE, returns the detected error ID.

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Appendix B
Data Types

Data Types

Overview
This chapter describes the data types of the HSC Library.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
IMMEDIATE_ERR_TYPE: Type for Error Variable of the GetImmediateValue Function Block 206
MC_IMMEDIATE_ERR_TYPE: Type for Error Variable of the 207
MC_GetImmediateValue_LMC058 Function Block
EXPERT_ERR_TYPE: Type for Error Variable of EXPERT Function Block 208
EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE: Type for Parameters to Get or to Set on EXPERTFunction 209
Block
EXPERT_REF: EXPERT Reference Value 210
EXPERT_TIMEBASE_TYPE: Type for HSC Time Base Variable 211

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IMMEDIATE_ERR_TYPE: Type for Error Variable of the GetImmediateValue

Function Block

Enumerated Type Description

The enumeration data type ENUM contains the different types of detected error with the following
values:

Enumerator Value Description

IMMEDIATE_NO_ERROR 0 No error detected
IMMEDIATE_UNKNOWN 1 The reference of IMMEDIATE function is incorrect
or not configured
IMMEDIATE_UNKNOWN_PARAMETER 2 A parameter reference is incorrect

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MC_IMMEDIATE_ERR_TYPE: Type for Error Variable of the

MC_GetImmediateValue_LMC058 Function Block

Enumerated Type Description

The enumeration data type ENUM contains the different types of detected error with the following
values:

Enumerator Value Description

MC_IMMEDIATE_NO_ERROR 0 No error detected
MC_IMMEDIATE_UNKNOWN 1 The reference of IMMEDIATE function is incorrect or not
configured
MC_IMMEDIATE_UNKNOWN_PARAMETER 2 A parameter reference is incorrect

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EXPERT_ERR_TYPE: Type for Error Variable of EXPERT Function Block

Enumerated Type Description

The enumeration data type ENUM contains the different types of detected error with the following
values:

Enumerator Value Description

EXPERT_NO_ERROR 00 hex No error detected.
EXPERT_UNKNOWN 01 hex The reference EXPERT is incorrect or not
configured.
EXPERT_UNKNOWN_PARAMETER 02 hex The parameter reference is incorrect.
See PARAMETER_TYPE section for valid
parameters (see page 209).
EXPERT_INVALID_PARAMETER 03 hex The value of the parameter is incorrect.
For example, Preset Value is <TH1 or <TH0.
EXPERT_COM_ERROR 04 hex Communication error was detected with the
EXPERT module.
EXPERT_CAPTURE_NOT_CONFIGURED 05 hex Capture is not configured.
It is impossible to get a captured value.

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EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE: Type for Parameters to Get or to Set on

EXPERTFunction Block

Enumerated Type Description

The enumeration data type ENUM contains the following values:

Enumerator Value Description

EXPERT_PRESET 00 hex To get or set the Preset (Offset for an Encoder) value of an
EXPERT function.
EXPERT_MODULO 01 hex To get or set the Modulo value of an EXPERT function.
EXPERT_OFFSET 02 hex To get or set OFFSET of an EXPERT function.
EXPERT_TIMEBASE 03 hex To get or set the Timebase value (see page 211) of an EXPERT
function.
EXPERT_SLACK 04 hex To get or set the Slack value of an EXPERT function (only for
Encoder).
EXPERT_SCALING 05 hex To get or set the scaling parameter.
The scaling parameter (ParamValue of FB) is made of 2
subparameters:
High significant INT = Increments
Low significant INT = Units
EXPERT_THRESHOLD0 06 hex To get or set the Threshold 0 value of an EXPERT function.
EXPERT_THRESHOLD1 07 hex To get or set the Threshold 1 value of an EXPERT function.
EXPERT_THRESHOLD2 08 hex To get or set the Threshold 2 value of an EXPERT function.
EXPERT_THRESHOLD3 09 hex To get or set the Threshold 3 value of an EXPERT function.
EXPERT_REFLEX0 0A hex To get or set output 0 reflex mode of an EXPERT function
EXPERT_REFLEX1 0B hex To get or set output 1 reflex mode of an EXPERT function

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EXPERT_REF: EXPERT Reference Value

Data Type Description

The EXPERT_REF is a byte used to identify the EXPERT function associated with the
administrative block.

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EXPERT_TIMEBASE_TYPE: Type for HSC Time Base Variable

Enumerated Type Description

The enumeration data type ENUM contains the different time base values allowed for use with an
EXPERT function block:

Name Value
EXPERT_100ms 00 hex
EXPERT_1s 01 hex
EXPERT_10s 02 hex
EXPERT_60s 03 hex

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Appendix C
Function Blocks

Function Blocks

Overview
This chapter describes the functions and the function blocks of the HSC and encoder part of the
EXPERT I/O Library.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following sections:
Section Topic Page
C.1 LMC058 Motion Library 214
C.2 LMC058 EXPERT IO Library 219

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Section C.1
LMC058 Motion Library

LMC058 Motion Library

Overview
This section describes the functions in the LMC058 Motion library.

What Is in This Section?

This section contains the following topics:
Topic Page
MC_GetImmediateValue_LMC058: Read Counter Value of a MotionEncoder Function 215
MC_Reset_LMC058: Clear the Detected Error on the SoftMotion Encoder 217

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MC_GetImmediateValue_LMC058: Read Counter Value of a MotionEncoder

Function

Function Description
This function allows you to read the counter value of a Motion Encoder bypassing the controller
cycle.

Graphical Representation

IL and ST Representation
To see the general representation in IL or ST language, refer to Function and Function Block
Representation (see page 241).

I/O Variables Description

The following table describes the input variables:

Input Type Comment

Axis AXIS_REF_SM3 Reference the axis.

The following table describes the output variables:

Output Type Comment

MCGetImmediateValue_LMC058 LREAL Contains the counter value.

The following table describes the output variables:

Input/Output Type Comment

Error BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was
detected.
Function block execution is finished.
ErrID MC_IMMEDIATE_ERR_ When Error is TRUE: type of the detected
TYPE (see page 207) error.

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Adding a MC_GetImmediateValue_LMC058

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
2 Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Motion →MC_GetImmediateValue_LMC058 in the
list, drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
3 Link the Axis input to the Axis_Ref output of the Motion Encoder.

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MC_Reset_LMC058: Clear the Detected Error on the SoftMotion Encoder

Function Description
This function allows you to clear the SoftMotion Encoder in case of an error detected. See online
help Programming with SoMachine part, SoftMotion/Programming Interface/SoftMotion
Libraries/SM3_Basic_library.

Graphical Representation

IL and ST Representation
To see the general representation in IL or ST language, refer to Function and Function Block
Representation (see page 241).

I/O Variables Description

The following table describes the input variables:

Input Type Comment

Axis AXIS_REF_SM3 Reference the axis.
Execute BOOL On rising edge, starts the function block execution.
On falling edge, resets the outputs of the function block when its
execution terminates.

The following table describes the output variables:

Input Type Comment

Done BOOL Reference the axis.
Busy BOOL TRUE = indicates that the function block execution is in progress.
Error BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected. Function block
execution is finished.
ErrorID SMC_ERROR When Error is TRUE: type of the detected error.

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Adding a MC_Reset_LMC058

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
2 Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Motion →MC_Reset_LMC058 in the list, drag-and-
drop the item onto the POU window.
3 Link the Axis input to the Axis_Ref output of the Motion Encoder.

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Section C.2
LMC058 EXPERT IO Library

LMC058 EXPERT IO Library

Overview
This section describes the function blocks related to the HSC or the Standard Encoder of the
LMC058 EXPERT IO library.

What Is in This Section?

This section contains the following topics:
Topic Page
EXPERTGetImmediateValue: Read Counter Value of HSC or Encoder Function 220
EXPERTGetCapturedValue: Returns Content of Capture Registers 222
EXPERTGetDiag: Provides Detail of Detected Error on a Principal EXPERT I/O Function 224
EXPERTGetParam: Returns Parameters of Principal EXPERT I/O Function 227
EXPERTSetParam: Adjust Parameters of a HSC 229
Encoder_LMC058: Encoder Function Block 231
HSCMain_LMC058: HSC Main Function Block 234
HSCSimple_LMC058: HSC Simple Function Block 238

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EXPERTGetImmediateValue: Read Counter Value of HSC or Encoder Function

Function Description
This administrative function permits to read the counter value of an HSC or Encoder bypassing the
controller cycle.

Graphical Representation

IL and ST Representation
To see the general representation in IL or ST language, refer to Function and Function Block
Representation (see page 241).

I/O Variables Description

This table describes the input variables:

Inputs Type Comment

EXPERT_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the EXPERT function block.
(see page 210)

This table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

EXPERTGetImmediateValue DINT Contains the counter value.

This table describes the input/output variables:

Input/Output Type Comment

Error BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
ErrID IMMEDIATE_FUNC_ When Error is TRUE: type of the detected error.
ERR_TYPE
(see page 206)

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Adding the EXPERTGetImmediateValue Function Block

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →Administrative →
EXPERTGetImmediateValue in the list, drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Link the EXPERT_REF_IN input to the HSC_REF output of the HSC.

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EXPERTGetCapturedValue: Returns Content of Capture Registers

Function Description
This administrative function block returns the content of a capture register.

Graphical Representation

IL and ST Representation
To see the general representation in IL or ST language, refer to Function and Function Block
Representation (see page 241).

I/O Variables Description

This table describes the input variables:

Inputs Type Comment

EXPERT_REF_IN EXPERT_REF Reference to the EXPERT function block.
(see page 210) Must not be changed during block execution.
Execute BOOL On rising edge, starts the function block execution.
On falling edge, resets the outputs of the function
block when its execution terminates.
CaptureNumber BYTE Index of the capture register:
 for HSCMain: always 0
 for Encoder: 0: Cap0, 1: Cap1, or 2: Distance

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This table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

EXPERT_REF_OUT EXPERT_REF Reference to the EXPERT function block.
(see page 210)
Done BOOL TRUE = indicates that CaptureValue is valid.
Function block execution is finished.
Busy BOOL TRUE = indicates that the function block execution
is in progress.
Error BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Function block execution is finished.
ErrID EXPERT_ERR_TYPE When Error is TRUE: type of the detected error.
(see page 208)
CaptureValue DINT When Done is TRUE: Capture register value is
valid.

NOTE: In case of detected error, variables take the last value captured.
NOTE: For more information about Done, Busy and Execution pins, refer to General Information
on Function Block Management (see page 203).

Adding the EXPERTGetCapturedValue Function Block

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →Administrative →
EXPERTGetCapturedValue in the list, drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Link the EXPERT_REF_IN input to the HSC_REF output of the HSC.

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EXPERTGetDiag: Provides Detail of Detected Error on a Principal EXPERT I/O

Function

Function Description
This administrative function block returns the details of a detected HSC error.

Graphical Representation

IL and ST Representation
To see the general representation in IL or ST language, refer to Function and Function Block
Representation (see page 241).

I/O Variables Description

This table describes the input variables:

Inputs Type Comment

EXPERT_REF_IN EXPERT_REF Reference to the EXPERT function block.
(see page 210) Must not be changed during block execution.
Execute BOOL On rising edge, starts the function block execution.
On falling edge, resets the outputs of the function
block when its execution terminates.

This table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

EXPERT_REF_OUT EXPERT_REF Reference to the EXPERT function block.
(see page 210)
Done BOOL TRUE = indicates that HSCDiag is valid.
Function block execution is finished.
Busy BOOL TRUE = indicates that the function block execution
is in progress.
Error BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Function block execution is finished.

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Outputs Type Comment

ErrID EXPERT_ERR_TYPE When Error is TRUE: type of the detected error.
(see page 208)
EXPERTDiag DWORD When Done is TRUE: diagnostic value is valid, refer
to the table below.

NOTE: For more information about Done, Busy and Execution pins, refer to General Information
on Function Block Management (see page 203).
This table indicates the diagnostic values:

Bit HSC Standard Encoder

0 Error detected on physical inputs
1 – Error detected on physical outputs
2 – –
3 – –
4 – Encoder power distribution feedback

5 (1) – Error detected on the transmission of the absolute SSI encoder

frame

6(1) – Indicates a parity error detected of the absolute SSI encoder

frame
7 Invalid configuration detected
8 Invalid adjustment parameters detected
9 – Encoder configuration in progress
10 – –

11(1) – Absolute SSI encoder status bit 0. Refer to your encoder user
guide.

12(1) – Absolute SSI encoder status bit 1. Refer to your encoder user
guide.

13(1) – Absolute SSI encoder status bit 2. Refer to your encoder user
guide.

14(1) – Absolute SSI encoder status bit 3. Refer to your encoder user
guide.

15(1) – –

(1) In case of a detected SSI error set the Enable condition (see page 198) to 0 to acknowledge the error
condition.

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Adding the EXPERTGetDiag Function Block

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →Administrative →EXPERTGetDiag in
the list, drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Link the EXPERT_REF_IN input to the HSC_REF output of the HSC.

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EXPERTGetParam: Returns Parameters of Principal EXPERT I/O Function

Function Description
This administrative function block returns a parameter value of an HSC.

Graphical Representation

IL and ST Representation
To see the general representation in IL or ST language, refer to Function and Function Block
Representation (see page 241).

I/O Variables Description

This table describes the input variables:

Inputs Type Comment

EXPERT_REF_IN EXPERT_REF Reference to the EXPERT function block.
(see page 210) Must not be changed during block
execution.
Execute BOOL On rising edge, starts the function block
execution.
On falling edge, resets the outputs of the
function block when its execution
terminates.
Param EXPERT_PARAMETER_ Parameter to read.
TYPE (see page 209)

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This table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

EXPERT_REF_OUT EXPERT_REF Reference to the EXPERT function block.
(see page 210)
Done BOOL TRUE = indicates that ParamValue is valid.
Function block execution is finished.
Busy BOOL TRUE = indicates that the function block execution is in
progress.
Error BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Function block execution is finished.
ErrID EXPERT_ERR_TYPE When Error is TRUE: type of the detected error.
(see page 208)
ParamValue DINT Value of the parameter that has been read.

NOTE: For more information about Done, Busy and Execution pins, refer to General Information
on Function Block Management (see page 203).

Adding the EXPERTGetParam Function Block

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →Administrative →EXPERTGetParam
in the list, drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Link the EXPERT_REF_IN input to the HSC_REF output of the HSC.

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EXPERTSetParam: Adjust Parameters of a HSC

Function Description
This administrative function block modifies the value of a parameter of an HSC.

Graphical Representation

IL and ST Representation
To see the general representation in IL or ST language, refer to Function and Function Block
Representation (see page 241).

I/O Variables Description

This table describes the input variables:

Inputs Type Comment

EXPERT_REF_IN EXPERT_REF (see page 210) Reference to the EXPERT function block.
Must not be changed during block execution.
Execute BOOL On rising edge, starts the function block
execution.
On falling edge, resets the outputs of the function
block when its execution terminates.
Param EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE Parameter to read.
(see page 209)
ParamValue DINT Parameter value to write.

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This table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

EXPERT_REF_OUT EXPERT_REF Reference to the EXPERT function block.
(see page 210)
Done BOOL TRUE = indicates that the parameter was
successfully written.
Function block execution is finished.
Busy BOOL TRUE = indicates that the function block execution
is in progress.
Error BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Function block execution is finished.
ErrID EXPERT_ERR_TYPE When Error is TRUE: type of the detected error.
(see page 208)

NOTE: For more information about Done, Busy, and Execution pins, refer to General
Information on Function Block Management (see page 203).

Adding the EXPERTSetParam Function Block

Step Description
1 Select the Libraries tab in the Software Catalog and click Libraries.
Select Controller →LMC058 →LMC058 Expert IO →Administrative →EXPERTSetParam
in the list, drag-and-drop the item onto the POU window.
2 Link the EXPERT_REF_IN input to the HSC_REF output of the HSC.

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Encoder_LMC058: Encoder Function Block

Function Description
This function block controls a Encoder type counter.
The function block instance name must match the name defined by the configuration.

Graphical Representation

IL and ST Representation
To see the general representation in IL or ST language, refer to Function and Function Block
Representation (see page 241).

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I/O Variables Description

This table describes the input variables:

Inputs Type Comment

EN_Enable BOOL TRUE = authorizes the encoder enable via the Enable input (if
configured).
EN_Preset BOOL TRUE = authorizes the encoder synchronization and starts via
the Sync input (if configured).
EN_Cap BOOL TRUE = enables the Capture input (if configured).
EN_Compare BOOL TRUE = enables the comparator operation (using Thresholds 0,
1, 2, 3):
 basic comparison (TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3 output bits)
 reflex (Reflex0, Reflex1 output bits)
 events (to trigger external tasks on threshold crossing)

EN_Out0 BOOL TRUE = enables Output0 to echo the Reflex0 value (if
configured, on DM72F modules).
EN_Out1 BOOL TRUE = enables Output1 to echo the Reflex1 value (if
configured, on DM72F modules).
F_Enable BOOL Forces the Enable condition (see page 198).
In case of a detected SSI error setting the F_Enable input to 0
acknowledges the error.
F_Preset BOOL Forces the Preset condition.
F_Out0 BOOL TRUE = forces Output0 to 1 (if Reflex0 is configured).
F_Out1 BOOL TRUE = forces Output1 to 1 (if Reflex1 is configured).
ACK_Overflow BOOL On rising edge, resets the Overflow_Flag.
ACK_Preset BOOL On rising edge, resets Preset_Flag.
ACK_Cap0 BOOL On rising edge, resets Cap0_Flag.
ACK_Cap1 BOOL On rising edge, resets Cap1_Flag.
SuspendCompare BOOL TRUE = the comparator operation results are frozen:
 TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3, Reflex0, Reflex1 output bits
maintain their last value.
 Hardware Outputs 0, 1 maintain their last value.
 Events are masked. EN_Compare, EN_Reflex0,
EN_Reflex1, F_Out0, F_Out1 remain operational while
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This table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

ENC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the Encoder.
(see page 210)
Encoder_Err BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Use the EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block to get
more information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that the output values on the function block
are valid.
TH0 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 0 (if configured).
Only active when EN_Compare is set.
TH1 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 1 (if configured).
Only active when EN_Compare is set.
TH2 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 2 (if configured).
Only active when EN_Compare is set.
TH3 BOOL Set to 1 when CurrentValue > Threshold 3 (if configured).
Only active when EN_Compare is set.
Overflow_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when the encoder rolls over its limits.
Preset_Flag BOOL Set to 1 after the encoder presets (see page 196).
Cap0_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when a new capture value is stored in the Capture
register.
This flag must be reset before a new capture is allowed.
Cap1_Flag BOOL Set to 1 when a new capture value is stored in the Capture
register.
This flag must be reset before a new capture is allowed.
Reflex0 BOOL State of Reflex0 (if configured).
Only active when EN_Compare is set.
Reflex1 BOOL State of Reflex1 (if configured).
Only active when EN_Compare is set.
Out0 BOOL Indicates the state of Output0.
Out1 BOOL Indicates the state of Output1.
Low_Limit BOOL Only managed for incremental linear in Lock on limit. Set to 1
when the encoder exceeds - 2.147.483.648. Resets to 0 when
encoder presets or resets.
High_Limit BOOL Only managed for incremental linear in Lock on limit. Set to 1
when the encoder exceeds + 2.147.483.648. Resets to 0 when
encoder presets or resets.
EncoderValue DINT Current value of the Encoder.

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HSCMain_LMC058: HSC Main Function Block

Function Description
This function block controls a Main type counter with the following functions:
 up/down counting
 frequency-meter
 thresholds
 events

The HSC Main function block is mandatory when using Main counter.
The function block instance name must match the name defined by the configuration.
The function block instance name must match the name defined by configuration. Hardware
related information managed by this function block is synchronized with the MAST task cycle.

WARNING
UNINTENDED OUTPUT VALUES
 Only use the Function Block instance in the MAST task.
 Do not use the same Function Block instance in a different task.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment
damage.

NOTE: Forcing the logical output values of the FB is allowed by SoMachine but it will have no
impact on hardware related outputs if the function is active (executing).

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Graphical Representation

IL and ST Representation
To see the general representation in IL or ST language, refer to Function and Function Block
Representation (see page 241).

I/O Variables Description

This table describes the input variables:

Input Type Description

EN_Enable BOOL TRUE = enables the counter.
EN_Preset BOOL TRUE = authorizes the counter synchronization and start via the Sync
input.
EN_Cap BOOL TRUE = enables the Capture input (if configured in One shot, Modulo
loop, Free large modes).
EN_Compare BOOL TRUE = enables the comparator operation (using Thresholds 0, 1, 2, 3):
 basic comparison (TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3 output bits)
 reflex (Reflex0, Reflex1 output bits)
 events (to trigger external tasks on threshold crossing)

EN_Out0 BOOL TRUE = enables Output0 to echo the Reflex0 value (if configured in
One shot, Modulo loop, Free large modes).
EN_Out1 BOOL TRUE = enables Output1 to echo the Reflex1 value (if configured in
One shot, Modulo loop, Free large modes).
F_Enable BOOL TRUE = authorizes changes to the current counter value.

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Input Type Description

F_Preset BOOL On rising edge, authorizes counting function synchronization and start
in the following counting modes:
One-shot counter: to preset and start the counter
Modulo loop counter: to reset and start the counter
Free large counter: to preset and start the counter
Event counter: to restart the internal time base at the beginning
Frequency meter: to restart the internal time base at the beginning
F_Out0 BOOL TRUE = forces Output0 to 1 (if configured in One-shot, Modulo loop,
Free large modes).
F_Out1 BOOL TRUE = forces Output1 to TRUE (if configured in One-shot, Modulo
loop, Free large modes).
ACK_Modulo BOOL On rising edge, resets Modulo_Flag (Modulo loop and Free large
modes).
ACK_Preset BOOL On rising edge, resets Preset_Flag.
ACK_Cap BOOL On rising edge, resets the Cap_Flag (One-shot, Modulo loop, Free
large modes).
SuspendCompare BOOL TRUE = compare results are suspended:
 TH0, TH1, TH2, TH3, Reflex0, Reflex1, Out0, Out1 output bits of
the block maintain their last value.
 Physical outputs Output0 and Output1 maintain their last value.
 Events are masked.

NOTE: EN_Compare, EN_Out0, EN_Out1, F_Out0, F_Out1 remain

operational while SuspendCompare is set.

This table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

HSC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the HSC.
(see page 210) (see page 210)
Error BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Use the EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block to get
more information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that output values on the function block are
valid.
In the Period Meter Type, if the time-out value is exceeded,
Validity = FALSE.
Run BOOL TRUE = counter is running.
In One-shot mode, the Run bit switches to 0 when
CurrentValue reaches 0.
TH0 BOOL TRUE = current counter value > Threshold 0 (if configured in
One shot, Modulo loop, Free large modes).
Only active when EN_Compare is set.

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Outputs Type Comment

TH1 BOOL TRUE = current counter value > Threshold 1 (if configured in
One shot, Modulo loop, Free large modes).
Only active when EN_Compare is set.
TH2 BOOL TRUE = current counter value > Threshold 2 (if configured in
One-shot, Modulo loop, Free large modes).
Only active when EN_Compare is set.
TH3 BOOL TRUE = current counter value > Threshold 3 (if configured in
One-shot, Modulo loop, Free large modes).
Only active when EN_Compare is set.
Modulo_Flag BOOL Set to TRUE by the rolls over of:
 Modulo loop counter: when the counter rolls over to the
modulo or 0
 Free large counter: when the counter roll overs its limits

Preset_Flag BOOL Set to TRUE by the synchronization of:

 One-shot counter: when the counter presets and starts
 Modulo loop counter: when the counter resets
 Free large counter: when the counter presets
 Event counter: when the internal timer relative to the time base
restarts
 Frequency meter: when the internal timer relative to the time
base restarts
Cap_Flag BOOL TRUE = indicates that a value has been latched in the capture
register.
This flag must be reset before a new capture can occur.
Reflex0 BOOL State of Reflex0 (if configured in One shot, Modulo loop, Free
large modes).
Only active when EN_Compare is set.
Reflex1 BOOL State of Reflex1 (if configured in One shot, Modulo loop, Free
large modes).
Only active when EN_Compare is set.
Out0 BOOL Indicates the state of Output0.
Out1 BOOL Indicates the state of Output1.
CurrentValue DINT Current counter value of the counter.

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HSCSimple_LMC058: HSC Simple Function Block

Function Description
This function block controls a Simple type counter with the following reduced functions:
 one-way counting
 no threshold

The HSCSimple function block is mandatory when using a Simple counter type.
The function block instance name must match the name defined by the configuration.
The function block instance name must match the name defined by configuration. Hardware
related information managed by this function block is synchronized with the MAST task cycle.

WARNING
UNINTENDED OUTPUT VALUES
 Only use the Function Block instance in the MAST task.
 Do not use the same Function Block instance in a different task.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment
damage.

NOTE: Forcing the logical output values of the FB is allowed by SoMachine but it will have no
impact on hardware related outputs if the function is active (executing).

Graphical Representation

IL and ST Representation
To see the general representation in IL or ST language, refer to Function and Function Block
Representation (see page 241).

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I/O Variables Description

This table describes the input variables:

Inputs Type Comment

Enable BOOL TRUE = authorizes changes to the current counter value.
Sync BOOL On rising edge, presets and starts the counter.
ACK_Modulo BOOL On rising edge, resets the modulo flag Modulo_Flag (in
Modulo loop mode).

This table describes the output variables:

Outputs Type Comment

HSC_REF EXPERT_REF Reference to the HSC.
(see page 210)
HSC_Err BOOL TRUE = indicates that an error was detected.
Use the EXPERTGetDiag (see page 224) function block used
to get more information about this detected error.
Validity BOOL TRUE = indicates that the output values on the function block
are valid.
Run BOOL TRUE = counter is running.
In One-shot mode, switches to 0 when CurrentValue
reaches 0. A rising edge on Sync is needed to restart the
counter.
Modulo_Flag BOOL Set to 1 by the rolls over of a Modulo loop counter when the
counter rolls overs the modulo.
CurrentValue DWORD Current count value of the counter.

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Function and Function Block Representation

Function and Function Block Representation

Overview
Each function can be represented in the following languages:
 IL: Instruction List
 ST: Structured Text
 LD: Ladder Diagram
 FBD: Function Block Diagram
 CFC: Continuous Function Chart

This chapter provides functions and function blocks representation examples and explains how to
use them for IL and ST languages.

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Differences Between a Function and a Function Block 242
How to Use a Function or a Function Block in IL Language 243
How to Use a Function or a Function Block in ST Language 246

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Differences Between a Function and a Function Block

Function
A function:
 is a POU (Program Organization Unit) that returns one immediate result.
 is directly called with its name (not through an instance).
 has no persistent state from one call to the other.
 can be used as an operand in other expressions.

Examples: boolean operators (AND), calculations, conversion (BYTE_TO_INT)

Function Block
A function block:
 is a POU (Program Organization Unit) that returns one or more outputs.
 needs to be called by an instance (function block copy with dedicated name and variables).
 each instance has a persistent state (outputs and internal variables) from one call to the other
from a function block or a program.
Examples: timers, counters
In the example, Timer_ON is an instance of the function block TON:

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How to Use a Function or a Function Block in IL Language

General Information
This part explains how to implement a function and a function block in IL language.
Functions IsFirstMastCycle and SetRTCDrift and Function Block TON are used as
examples to show implementations.

Using a Function in IL Language

This procedure describes how to insert a function in IL language:

Step Action
1 Open or create a new POU in Instruction List language.
NOTE: The procedure to create a POU is not detailed here. For more information, refer to Adding
and Calling POUs (see SoMachine, Programming Guide).
2 Create the variables that the function requires.
3 If the function has 1 or more inputs, start loading the first input using LD instruction.
4 Insert a new line below and:
 type the name of the function in the operator column (left field), or
 use the Input Assistant to select the function (select Insert Box in the context menu).

5 If the function has more than 1 input and when Input Assistant is used, the necessary number of lines
is automatically created with ??? in the fields on the right. Replace the ??? with the appropriate
value or variable that corresponds to the order of inputs.
6 Insert a new line to store the result of the function into the appropriate variable: type ST instruction
in the operator column (left field) and the variable name in the field on the right.

To illustrate the procedure, consider the Functions IsFirstMastCycle (without input parameter)
and SetRTCDrift (with input parameters) graphically presented below:

Function Graphical Representation

without input parameter:
IsFirstMastCycle

with input parameters:

SetRTCDrift

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In IL language, the function name is used directly in the operator column:

Function Representation in SoMachine POU IL Editor

IL example of a function
without input parameter:
IsFirstMastCycle

IL example of a function
with input parameters:
SetRTCDrift

Using a Function Block in IL Language

This procedure describes how to insert a function block in IL language:

Step Action
1 Open or create a new POU in Instruction List language.
NOTE: The procedure to create a POU is not detailed here. For more information, refer to Adding and
Calling POUs (see SoMachine, Programming Guide).
2 Create the variables that the function block requires, including the instance name.

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Step Action
3 Function Blocks are called using a CAL instruction:
 Use the Input Assistant to select the FB (right-click and select Insert Box in the context menu).
 Automatically, the CAL instruction and the necessary I/O are created.

Each parameter (I/O) is an instruction:

 Values to inputs are set by ":=".
 Values to outputs are set by "=>".

4 In the CAL right-side field, replace ??? with the instance name.
5 Replace other ??? with an appropriate variable or immediate value.

To illustrate the procedure, consider this example with the TON Function Block graphically
presented below:

Function Block Graphical Representation

TON

In IL language, the function block name is used directly in the operator column:

Function Block Representation in SoMachine POU IL Editor

TON

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How to Use a Function or a Function Block in ST Language

General Information
This part explains how to implement a Function and a Function Block in ST language.
Function SetRTCDrift and Function Block TON are used as examples to show implementations.

Using a Function in ST Language

This procedure describes how to insert a function in ST language:

Step Action
1 Open or create a new POU in Structured Text language.
NOTE: The procedure to create a POU is not detailed here. For more information, refer to Adding
and Calling POUs (see SoMachine, Programming Guide).
2 Create the variables that the function requires.
3 Use the general syntax in the POU ST Editor for the ST language of a function. The general
syntax is:
FunctionResult:= FunctionName(VarInput1, VarInput2,.. VarInputx);

To illustrate the procedure, consider the function SetRTCDrift graphically presented below:

Function Graphical Representation

SetRTCDrift

The ST language of this function is the following:

Function Representation in SoMachine POU ST Editor

SetRTCDrift PROGRAM MyProgram_ST
VAR myDrift: SINT(-29..29) := 5;
myDay: DAY_OF_WEEK := SUNDAY;
myHour: HOUR := 12;
myMinute: MINUTE;
myRTCAdjust: RTCDRIFT_ERROR;
END_VAR
myRTCAdjust:= SetRTCDrift(myDrift, myDay, myHour, myMinute);

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Using a Function Block in ST Language

This procedure describes how to insert a function block in ST language:

Step Action
1 Open or create a new POU in Structured Text language.
NOTE: The procedure to create a POU is not detailed here. For more information on adding,
declaring and calling POUs, refer to the related documentation (see SoMachine, Programming
Guide).
2 Create the input and output variables and the instance required for the function block:
 Input variables are the input parameters required by the function block
 Output variables receive the value returned by the function block

3 Use the general syntax in the POU ST Editor for the ST language of a Function Block. The general
syntax is:
FunctionBlock_InstanceName(Input1:=VarInput1, Input2:=VarInput2,...
Ouput1=>VarOutput1, Ouput2=>VarOutput2,...);

To illustrate the procedure, consider this example with the TON function block graphically
presented below:

Function Block Graphical Representation

TON

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This table shows examples of a function block call in ST language:

Function Block Representation in SoMachine POU ST Editor

TON

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Glossary
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A
application
A program including configuration data, symbols, and documentation.

B
byte
A type that is encoded in an 8-bit format, ranging from 16#00 to 16#FF in hexadecimal
representation.

C
CAN
(controller area network) A protocol (ISO 11898) for serial bus networks, designed for the intercon-
nection of smart devices (from multiple manufacturers) in smart systems and for real-time industrial
applications. Originally developed for use in automobiles, CAN is now used in a variety of industrial
automation control environments.
CANmotion
A CANopen-based motion bus with an additional mechanism that provides synchronization
between the motion controller and the drives.
CFC
(continuous function chart) A graphical programming language (an extension of the IEC 61131-3
standard) based on the function block diagram language that works like a flowchart. However, no
networks are used and free positioning of graphic elements is possible, which allows feedback
loops. For each block, the inputs are on the left and the outputs on the right. You can link the block
outputs to the inputs of other blocks to create complex expressions.
controller
Automates industrial processes (also known as programmable logic controller or programmable
controller).
CPDM
(controller power distribution module) The connection of the controller to the external 24 Vdc power
supplies and the beginning of the power distribution for the local configuration.

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E
encoder
A device for length or angular measurement (linear or rotary encoders).

F
FB
(function block) A convenient programming mechanism that consolidates a group of programming
instructions to perform a specific and normalized action, such as speed control, interval control, or
counting. A function block may comprise configuration data, a set of internal or external operating
parameters and usually 1 or more data inputs and outputs.
function
A programming unit that has 1 input and returns 1 immediate result. However, unlike FBs, it is
directly called with its name (as opposed to through an instance), has no persistent state from one
call to the next and can be used as an operand in other programming expressions.
Examples: boolean (AND) operators, calculations, conversions (BYTE_TO_INT)
function block
A programming unit that has 1 or more inputs and returns 1 or more outputs. FBs are called through
an instance (function block copy with dedicated name and variables) and each instance has a
persistent state (outputs and internal variables) from 1 call to the other.
Examples: timers, counters
function block diagram
One of the 5 languages for logic or control supported by the standard IEC 61131-3 for control
systems. Function block diagram is a graphically oriented programming language. It works with a
list of networks where each network contains a graphical structure of boxes and connection lines
representing either a logical or arithmetic expression, the call of a function block, a jump, or a return
instruction.

H
hex
(hexadecimal)
HSC
(high-speed counter)

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I
I/O
(input/output)
ID
(identifier/identification)
IEC 61131-3
Part 3 of a 3-part IEC standard for industrial automation equipment. IEC 61131-3 is concerned with
controller programming languages and defines 2 graphical and 2 textual programming language
standards. The graphical programming languages are ladder diagram and function block diagram.
The textual programming languages include structured text and instruction list.
IL
(instruction list) A program written in the language that is composed of a series of text-based
instructions executed sequentially by the controller. Each instruction includes a line number, an
instruction code, and an operand (refer to IEC 61131-3).
INT
(integer) A whole number encoded in 16 bits.

L
LD
(ladder diagram) A graphical representation of the instructions of a controller program with symbols
for contacts, coils, and blocks in a series of rungs executed sequentially by a controller (refer to
IEC 61131-3).
LMC058
Lexium motion controller A Modicon logic controller

N
network
A system of interconnected devices that share a common data path and protocol for
communications.
node
An addressable device on a communication network.

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P
POU
(program organization unit) A variable declaration in source code and a corresponding instruction
set. POUs facilitate the modular re-use of software programs, functions, and function blocks. Once
declared, POUs are available to one another.
program
The component of an application that consists of compiled source code capable of being installed
in the memory of a logic controller.
PTO
(pulse train outputs) a fast output that oscillates between off and on in a fixed 50-50 duty cycle,
producing a square wave form. The PTO is especially well suited for applications such as stepper
motors, frequency converters, and servo motor control, among others.
PWM
(pulse width modulation) A fast output that oscillates between off and on in an adjustable duty
cycle, producing a rectangular wave form (though you can adjust it to produce a square wave). The
PTO is well adapted to simulate or approximate an analog output in that it regulates the voltage of
the output over its period making it useful in light dimming or speed control applications, among
others.

R
reflex output
Among the outputs of HSC are the reflex outputs associated to a threshold value that is compared
to the counter value depending on the configuration of the HSC. The reflex outputs switch to either
on or off depending on the configured relationship with the threshold.
run
A command that causes the controller to scan the application program, read the physical inputs,
and write to the physical outputs according to solution of the logic of the program.

S
ST
(structured text) A language that includes complex statements and nested instructions (such as
iteration loops, conditional executions, or functions). ST is compliant with IEC 61131-3.
STOP
A command that causes the controller to stop running an application program.

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T
task
A group of sections and subroutines, executed cyclically or periodically for the MAST task or
periodically for the FAST task.
A task possesses a level of priority and is linked to inputs and outputs of the controller. These I/O
are refreshed in relation to the task.
A controller can have several tasks.

V
variable
A memory unit that is addressed and modified by a program.

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A E
adjusting functions Enable
EXPERTGetParam, 227 Function, 198
EXPERTSetParam, 229 Encoder
Capture, 188
Function Blocks, 231
B Encoder Modes
Busy Incremental, 126
Management of Status Variables, 203 SSI absolute, 158
ErrID
Error Handling, 203
C Management of Status Variables, 203
Capture Error
Encoder, 188 Error Handling, 203
HSCMain, 185 Management of Status Variables, 203
CommandAborted Error Handling
Management of Status Variables, 203 ErrID, 203
Comparison Error, 203
HSCMain, 175 Event Counting
Counter Blocks HSC Modes of Embedded HSC, 91
HSCMain, 234 Execute
HSCSimple, 238 Management of Status Variables, 203
EXPERT_ERR_TYPE
Data Types, 208
D EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE
Data Types Data Types, 209
EXPERT_ERR_TYPE, 208 EXPERT_TIMEBASE_TYPE
EXPERT_PARAMETER_TYPE, 209 Data Types, 211
EXPERT_TIMEBASE_TYPE, 211 EXPERTGetCapturedValue
HSC_REF, 210 Function Blocks, 222
MC_IMMEDIATE_ERR_TYPE, 206, 207 EXPERTGetDiag
dedicated features, 202 Function Blocks, 224
diagnostic functions EXPERTGetImmediateValue
EXPERTGetDiag, 224 Functions, 220
Done EXPERTGetParam, 227
Management of Status Variables, 203 EXPERTSetParam
Function Blocks, 229

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F HSC Modes of Embedded HSC

Event Counting, 91
Free-large
Free-large, 76
HSC Modes of Embedded HSC, 76
Modulo-loop, 55
frequency meter
HSC simple type configuration
configuration, 107
Modulo-loop mode, 61
description, 103
One-shot mode, 41
programming, 108
HSC_REF
synopsis, 106
Data Types, 210
Function
HSCMain
Enable, 198
Capture, 185
Function Blocks
Comparison, 175
Encoder, 231
Function Blocks, 234
EXPERTGetCapturedValue, 222
HSCSimple
EXPERTGetDiag, 224
Function Blocks, 238
function blocks
EXPERTGetParam, 227
Function Blocks I
EXPERTSetParam, 229
Incremental
HSCMain, 234
Encoder Modes, 126
HSCSimple, 238
functions
differences between a function and a
function block, 242
M
Functions Management of Status Variables
EXPERTGetImmediateValue, 220 Busy, 203
functions CommandAborted, 203
how to use a function or a function block Done, 203
in IL language, 243 ErrID, 203
how to use a function or a function block Error, 203
in ST language, 246 Execute, 203
Functions MC_GetImmediateValue_LMC058
MC_GetImmediateValue_LMC058, 215 Functions, 215
MC_Reset_LMC058, 217 MC_IMMEDIATE_ERR_TYPE
Data Types, 206, 207
MC_Reset_LMC058
H Functions, 217
Modulo-loop
HSC main type configuration
HSC Modes of Embedded HSC, 55
Event mode, 95
Free-large mode, 83
modulo loop mode, 132
Modulo-loop mode, 67
One-shot mode, 47

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P
period meter
configuration, 119
description, 115
programming, 120
synopsis, 118

S
SSI absolute
Encoder Modes, 158

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