Installation guide H-5687-8504-01-A (BETA SITE ONLY) RMI-Q radio machine interface
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Contents i Contents Before you begin..................................................................................................... 1.1 Before you begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1 Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1 Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RMI-Q installation guide RMI-Q inputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.4 Contents RMI-Q output waveforms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6 ii RMI-Q seated start option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7 Switches SW1 and SW2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before you begin 1.1 Before you begin Warranty Disclaimer Equipment requiring attention under warranty must be returned to your equipment supplier. RENISHAW HAS MADE CONSIDERABLE EFFORTS TO ENSURE THE CONTENT OF THIS DOCUMENT IS CORRECT AT THE DATE OF PUBLICATION BUT MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE CONTENT. RENISHAW EXCLUDES LIABILITY, HOWSOEVER ARISING, FOR ANY INACCURACIES IN THIS DOCUMENT.
Before you begin RMI-Q installation guide 1.2 RMP probe family Patents The RMP family of probes currently consists of the RMP40, RMP40M, RLP40, RMP60, RMP60M and RMP600. The RTS radio tool setter also forms part of Renishaw's family of radio transmission probes. The term RMP used throughout this installation guide refers to both the probes and the tool setter.
C FCC information to the user (USA only) 47 CFR Section 15.19 The user is cautioned that any changes or Renishaw PLC hereby declares that the RMI-Q is modifications not expressly approved by in compliance with the essential requirements and Renishaw plc, or authorised representative could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Contact Renishaw at www.renishaw.
Before you begin RMI-Q installation guide 1.4 Radio approval Radio approvals Europe: TBA Radio equipment - Canadian warning statements USA: TBA Canada: TBA English Japan: TBA China: TBA Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada.
Information to the user In all applications involving the use of machine tools or CMMs, eye protection is recommended. Information to the machine supplier/ installer It is the machine supplier's responsibility to ensure that the user is made aware of any hazards involved in operation, including those mentioned in Renishaw product literature, and to ensure that adequate guards and safety interlocks are provided. Under certain circumstances, the probe signal may falsely indicate a probe seated condition.
Before you begin RMI-Q installation guide 1.
RMI-Q basics 2.1 Introduction CNC machine tools which are using Renishaw spindle probes with radio signal transmission for workpiece inspection, or tool setters with radio signal transmission, require a Renishaw radio machine interface (such as the RMI-Q) for signal transmission. The RMI-Q, which acts as a combined radio transceiver and machine interface, converts signals from the RMP into voltage-free solid state relay (SSR) and driven outputs for transmission to the CNC machine controller.
RMI-Q installation guide RMI-Q basics RMI-Q visual diagnostics 2.2 A visual indication of system status is provided by LEDs. Status is continuously updated and indication is provided for: • P1, P2, P3, P4 SYSTEM STATUS; • LOW BATTERY/START; • PROBE STATUS; • SIGNAL CONDITION; • ERROR; P1, P2, P3, P4 SYSTEM STATUS LEDs LOW BATTERY / START LED PROBE STATUS LED SIGNAL LED ERROR LED NOTES: KEEP THE FRONT COVER CLEAN.
ERROR LED Off - Probe number empty. Off Yellow - Probe number full, in standby. Red - Error, other outputs may be incorrect. Green - Probe number full, operating. - Red/off No error. Flashing: RMI-Q has an overcurrent condition. Red Probe number full, 0.5 s compatibility error. Yellow/off Flashing: Selection error. SIGNAL LED Flashing: Acquisition/clearing pending, full. Off - No probes operating. Green - Good communications.
RMI-Q basics RMI-Q installation guide RMI-Q inputs Output voltages Machine start inputs (P1, P2, P3, P4): • Sourcing = 4.2 V min at 10 mA. = 2.2 V min at 50 mA. 'Machine start' inputs are configurable as a level or pulsed signal. • Sinking = 0.4 V max at 10 mA. = 1.3 V max at 50 mA. 2.4 Level 10 to 30 V (2.4 mA at 24 V) When input is active, probe is switched on. Pulsed 12 to 30 V (10 mA at 24 V) Probe toggles from being switched on/ off. The minimum pulse width is 10 ms.
CAUTIONS: Power supply voltage Do not exceed 30 V between the black wire and the screen wire (green/yellow), or the red wire and screen wire (green/yellow), or the red and black wires (power supply), as this could result in permanent damage to the RMI-Q and/or the customer power supply. The use of in-line fuses at the machine cabinet end is recommended to provide protection for the RMI and cable. Screen connection A good connection must be made to machine ground (star point).
RMI-Q installation guide RMI-Q basics RMI-Q output waveforms PROBE RMI-Q SSR/driven output Power off Seated Probe switch on Triggered Probe trigger Seated Probe reseat Error e.g. low signal Error clear Error e.g. low signal Error Low clear battery Low battery Probe switch off 2.
PROBE RMI-Q SSR/driven output Probe status 1 (level) Normally open Power off Triggered Probe trigger SSR open SSR closed Probe status 1 (pulsed) SSR open Normally open SSR closed Error SSR open Normally closed SSR closed Seated Probe switch on Probe reseat Error clear Error e.g. low signal Probe switch off Low battery RMI-Q basics RMI-Q seated start option 2.
RMI-Q installation guide RMI-Q basics Switches SW1 and SW2 2.8 SW1 SW2 NOTE: To gain access to the switches, remove the front cover (see Section 4, 'Maintenance'). Switch SW1 output configuration PROBE STATUS 1 Pulsed N/O Low battery N/O Error N/O Abbreviations are as follows: N/O = Normally Open • N/C = Normally Closed • Factory settings are shown.
PROBE STATUS 2a/2b Pulsed Normally Level high RMI-Q basics MACHINE START Switch SW2 output configuration 2.9 Dedicated Seated start start on 0.5 s turn on Factory settings are shown. ON Level Normally Pulsed low Common Seated Standard start start off turn on Dedicated start (level mode) In dedicated start, a machine start input is required per probe that is configured for radio turn on.
RMI-Q basics RMI-Q installation guide Common start (level mode) Common start (pulsed mode) In common start (level mode), machine start inputs P2 and P3 are used to select the probe and machine start input P1 is used to start the selected probe. All inputs are level. In common start (pulsed mode), machine start inputs P2 and P3 are level inputs used to select the probe. Machine start input P1 is a pulsed input used to start the selected probe. Machine start inputs P1, P2 and P3 2.
Remote external audible output RMI-Q basics Any output (set to pulsed) can be utilised to operate an external remote audible indicator. The audible indicator must comply with the output transistor specification. i.e. up to 50 mA. up to 30 V. 2.11 Wiring configurations are shown below. Option 1. SSR output RMI-Q Red Turquoise Turquoise / Black 0 V Black Option 2. Using 5 V output Option 3.
RMI-Q installation guide RMI-Q basics RMI-Q dimensions 97 (3.82) 44 (1.73) 46 (1.81) 46 (1.81) 71.5 (2.81) 47.5 (1.87) 45.5 (1.79) 2.12 17.5 (0.69) 45° 4 holes M5 x 13 deep on 80 P.C.D.. Slot to suit M5 x 16 bolts supplied (two places) NOTE: When using rear exit cable, provide a Ø25 mm (Ø1.0 in) hole in the mounting for the cable to exit.
Principal application Any machining centre, 5-axis machine, twin spindle machine and vertical turret lathe. Dimensions Height Width Depth 119 mm (4.68 in) 97 mm (3.82 in) 44 mm (1.73 in) Weight In box RMI-Q including 15 m (49.2 ft) of cable 2,065 g (72.84 oz) 1,625 g (57.32 oz) Transmission type Frequency hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) radio. 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz 2400 - 2483.5 MHz Transmission range Up to 15 m (49.2 ft) Power supply 12 Vdc to 30 Vdc Cable 8 m (26.2 ft) and 15 m (49.
RMI-Q basics RMI-Q installation guide 2.
System installation 3.1 Mounting bracket (optional) Dimensions given in mm (in) NOTES: Install RMI-Q with cable exiting from lower side for good coolant run off. 25 (0.98) 38 (1.50) 25 (0.98) 19 (0.75) Mounting bracket cannot be used with an RMI-Q in rear exit configuration. 3 grip protrusions 45 (1.77) 25 (0.98) 30 (1.18) 100.5 (3.95) 2.0 (0.08) 3 holes Ø6.4 (0.25) 45 (1.77) 2.0 (0.08) 45° 90 (3.54) 3 pairs of holes Ø5.5 (0.
RMI-Q installation guide System installation Wiring diagram (with output groupings shown) RMI-Q Turquoise 3.
Partnering can take place anywhere within the operating envelope. The RMP and RMI-Q must be placed into acquisition mode. 1. Use Trigger Logic™ to access RMP configuration mode. On the RMP, acquisition mode achieved using Trigger Logic™. 2. Configure switch-on method (if applicable). System installation RMP - RMI-Q partnership 3. Configure switch-off method (if applicable). 3.3 4. Configure enhanced trigger filter and auto reset function (if applicable).
RMI-Q installation guide To partner up to four RMPs with the RMI-Q without ReniKey Partnering with common start System installation When the RMI-Q is powered, specific machine start inputs need to be held high when partnering the RMP to a specific probe number. The RMI-Q has four machine start inputs (P1 - P4) that enable partnering of four radio probes (see wiring diagram on page 3.2). 3.4 The partnering procedure is dependant on the start method that has been selected. See page 2.
ReniKey is a Renishaw machine macro cycle. It enables up to four RMPs to be partnered with the RMI-Q without the need to power the RMI-Q off and then back on for each of the probes being partnered. Please refer to the ReniKey programming manual for instructions on how to use ReniKey with your machine's controller. Alternatively, refer to www.renishaw.com. Removing the RMP from the RMI-Q An RMP must be cleared from the RMI-Q when it is removed from the system.
RMI-Q installation guide System installation RMI-Q cable 3.6 Fitting flexible conduit Cable termination A ferrule should be crimped onto each cable wire for a more positive connection at the terminal box. Standard cable variants The RMI-Q standard cables are 8 m (24.6 ft) and 15 m (49.2 ft) long. Longer cables are available, please see Section 6, 'Parts list'. Cable specification Adaptor A Ø7.6 mm (0.3 in), 16 core screened cable, each core 18 x 0.1 mm.
System installation Screw torque values 3.7 3 mm AF 2 Nm (1.47 lbf. ft) T10 tamperproof 1.0 Nm (0.74 lbf.ft) 4 mm AF 5.1 Nm (3.76 lbf. ft) 19 mm AF HOLD 22.0 mm AF (7/8 AF) Conduit adaptor to RMI-Q body 7 Nm (5.16 lbf.ft) Rear exit plug (not shown) 5 Nm (3.69 lbf.
System installation RMI-Q installation guide 3.
Maintenance 4.1 RMI-Q body PCB RMI-Q cover Conduit adaptor Conduit Cable Antenna contacts ! SAFETY The main power supply to the machine must be switched off before working on the RMI-Q. ! WARNING Only qualified persons should dismantle this equipment. Faulty workmanship will invalidate the warranty. ! KEEP CLEAN Liquids and solid particles must NOT be allowed to enter the RMI-Q body.
RMI-Q installation guide Maintenance Replacing the RMI-Q cover 4.2 1. Side exit to rear exit cable conversion Remove the O-ring from the cover. Ensure that the O-ring, the O-ring groove and the 1. cover sealing face are clean. Lubricate the O-ring with silicone grease and refit to cover. 2. Ensure that the O-ring seating on the RMI-Q body is clean, and that there are no scratch marks which could prevent complete sealing. 3. Ensure that the antenna contacts are clean. 4.
Fault finding 5.1 Symptom No LEDs lit on RMI-Q. RMI-Q status LEDs do not correspond to RMP status LEDs. RMI-Q error LED illuminated (refer to page 2.3). All RMI-Q LEDs flashing. Cause Action Overvoltage, undervoltage or no power. Check voltage supply. Damaged cable Check wiring Radio link failure - RMP out of RMI-Q range. Check position of RMI-Q, refer to the operating envelope in the relevant RMP installation guide (see Section 6, 'Parts list'). RMP has been enclosed / shielded by metal.
RMI-Q installation guide Fault-finding Symptom Cause Action RMI-Q low battery LED lit. Low RMP batteries. Change RMP batteries soon. Reduced range. Local radio interference. Identify and remove. RMP has been enclosed / shielded by metal. Review installation. RMP is not compatible for 0.5 second turn on. Change RMI-Q configuration to standard turn on. 5.2 RMI-Q System Status LED is continually lit red. Use an RMP with a 'Q' marking. Probe will not turn off.
Parts list 6.1 Type Part number Description RMI-Q kit A-5687-0049 RMI-Q with 8 m (26.2 ft) cable, tool kit, quick-start guide and radio approval label. RMI-Q kit A-5687-0050 RMI-Q with 15 m (49.2 ft) cable, tool kit, quick-start guide and radio approval label. Mounting bracket A-2033-0830 Mounting bracket. Conduit kit A-4113-0306 Conduit kit with 1 m (3.28 ft) of polyurethane conduit and bulkhead connector (M16 thread).
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