C2C network can be a functional replacement for the encoder network.
The main benefits of the C2C network compared to hardware encoder coupling and encoder network are:
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C2C network |
Encoder network |
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No additional hardware is needed. |
Hardwired encoder coupling (BT-4/Enc1 is needed.) Encoder network (Managed switch is needed.) |
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No hardwired encoder connection is needed. |
Hardwired encoder coupling |
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A deterministic real-time communication channel is used. |
Encoder network (non real-time/ non deterministic Ethernet is used.) |
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The processor load is reduced. |
Encoder network |
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It is possible to distribute several encoder signals. |
Encoder network Hardwired encoder coupling |
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The producer can be on master or slave side. |
Encoder network Hardwired encoder coupling |
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The jitter between the synchronized systems is minimized. |
Encoder network |
Your existing applications need to be adapted and validated accordingly.
Read this documentation to learn how to use the C2C network.