Strobe Signal (Input)

Function

This signal informs the Robot Controller that the command area, data areas 1 and 2, and the command and data area odd parity bit have been set. Additionally it directs the start of command processing.

Input Conditions and Operation

1. By turning ON this input in automatic or external mode, the Robot Controller reads the command area, data areas 1 and 2, and the command and data area odd parity bit starts processing.
2. Retain the status until a command processing complete signal is output and the necessary status data is read. If the strobe signal is turned OFF before a command processing complete signal is output, the status area will not be output.
3. By turning OFF this input after the status is read, the command processing complete output, the status area and the status parity will be turned OFF.