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Synchronous Operation between Modules Section 5-1
5-1 Synchronous Operation between Modules
Sync and ASync Modes
Sync Mode The Coordinator Module and Motion Control Modules are normally set to
operate using the same cycle time, i.e., synchronously. Synchronous opera-
tion is the default setting in the System Setup. With this setting, all Motion
Control Modules synchronize operation with the Coordinator Module cycle
time. This allows synchronous control of up to 8 axes.
ASync Mode The Motion Control Modules can be operated at high-speed in ASync Mode.
Some delays in peripheral servicing may occur, but ASync Mode is useful for
increasing the speed of overall system operation.
System Setup Default Settings
Module Settings Tab Page
Synchronization between
Modules
Sync Mode Use in Sync Mode (default).
Sync Cycle Time = 0 ms
Coordinator Module cycle time
To operate only the Motion Control Modules with high-speed
synchronous operation, set a value for the Coordinator Mod-
ule sync cycle time.
System Setup Default Settings
Module Settings Tab Page
Synchronization between
Modules
Sync Mode Set to ASync Mode.