Parameter definition

Homing is defined for a specific axis in the axis parameter list of one axis. According to their tasks, these parameters are broken down into

• system parameters and
• sequence parameters.

System parameters

Settings of the drive system specific to the machine are defined with the system parameters. The following information is communicated to the controller with these parameters:

• Is the axis equipped with a reference cam?
• Is a zero pulse or cam signal used for referencing?
• Which signal level does the cam supply when actuated?

Sequence parameters

The sequence parameters define response during homing. For example, this includes

• the speed at which the axis travels in the individual homing phases,
• the direction of travel in which homing is begun or executed, and
• the number of phases (single or several phases) up to complete referencing.

Effectiveness of the parameters

Chapter 0 provides an overview of the effectiveness of the homing parameters depending on the homing strategy used.