Re: EMC steps/rev calibration-SOLVED

Hi,
Could you point me to the FAQ's mentioned, I'd like to read them also.
Thanks,
Lee

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@y..., "nahydro" <r_fl_z@h...> wrote:
. I atributed this behavior to the changes I'd been
> making in INPUT_SCALE. I've since located a FAQ or two that detail
> this behavior. Knowing about this behavior in advance would have
> saved me 50 hours of debug time...grrrrr.
>
> After 3 EMC reinstallations, and dozens of hard shutdowns due to a
> hung system, all is now forgiven now that it's running fine :)
>
> Thanks to all,
>
> r
>
>
> --- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@y..., "Tim Goldstein" <timg@k...> wrote:
> > I think you have the wrong value. Your encoders are likely 500
line
> > which gives you 2000 counts per rev. So, you really need 10,000
as
> your
> > factor.
> >
> > Tim
> > [Denver, CO]
> >
> > > Alan:
> > >
> > > Thanks for trying. I wish it was as simple as mis reading the
> jumper
> > > setting. I've tried all four positions, and am convinced I
have
> that
> > > part right.
> > >
> > > I am now running the G340 at 1x, 500 cpr encoder, and 5 tpi
> > > screw...which should make INPUT_SCALE 500*5 or 2500. I am using
> > > steppermod. A one inch jog results in the motor turning about
> 1.25
> > > revs instead of 5.