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--- mycnc:mycnc_et6 [2020/03/27 09:27] – ivan
+++ mycnc:mycnc_et6 [2023/03/16 09:23] (current) – ivan
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 ===== myCNC-ET6 CNC controller =====
+^^ myCNC-ET6 controller specifications ^^
+| Number of motor outputs | 6 |
+| Motor driver outputs | pulse-dir, differential line driver outputs compatible with EIA RS-422 Standard |
+| Maximum pulse frequency | 3 MHz |
+| Binary inputs | 8x galvanic isolation, PNP/NPN sensor compatible |
+| Binary outputs | 2 relay outputs, 2 open collector outputs |
+|PWM outputs | 3x - open collector |
+| RS485/RS422 | 1x RS485 with Modbus ASCII/RTU implementation |
+| Computer connections | Ethernet (PC/ARM, Linux, MS Windows) |
+//Note: The ET8 board is the new updated version of the ET6 controller, which requires unique firmware due to the use of a different chip.//
 ==== ET6 Top View ====
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 Connector pinouts for ET6 galvanic isolated inputs shown on a picture below
-{{:mycnc:007-et6-inputs-connection-001.jpg}}
+{{:mycnc:et6-inputs-2021-01.jpg}}
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 === 3-wire NPN sensor connection example (external power supply)===
-{{:mycnc:012-et6-npn-external-power-001-v2.jpg}}
+{{:mycnc:et6-npn-external-power-2021-01.jpg}}
 === 3-wire PNP sensor connection example (external power supply)===
-{{:mycnc:013-et6-pnp-external-power-001-v2.jpg}}
+{{:mycnc:et6-pnp-external-power-2021-01.jpg}}
 === 3-wire NPN sensor connection example (internal power supply)===
-{{:mycnc:014-et6-npn-internal-power-001-v2.jpg}}
+{{:mycnc:et6-npn-internal-power-2021-01.jpg}}
 === 3-wire PNP sensor connection example (internal power supply)===
-{{:mycnc:015-et6-pnp-internal-power-001-v2.jpg}}
+{{:mycnc:et6-pnp-internal-power-2021-01.jpg}}
 <code>Depending on the particular sensor, power can be supplied through
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 ===Switch connection example (external power supply)===
-{{:mycnc:017-et6-switch-external-001-v2.jpg}}
-{{:mycnc:018-et6-switch-external-002-v2.jpg}}
+{{:mycnc:et6-switch-external-001-2021-01.jpg}}
+{{:mycnc:et6-switch-external-002-2021-01.jpg}}
 ==== ET6 control board firmware reflash ====
+//**WARNING:** Unlike updating the myCNC software, the firmware CANNOT be downgraded after a reflash. The myCNC team recommends reflashing the control board firmware as a last resort only, and recommends seeking an explicit confirmation from the support team that the firmware reflash is warranted in order to avoid issues.//
+:!: //**NOTE:** Make sure to select the firmware for the correct version/revision of your board! Firmware for ET6 boards R1-R3 and ET6 boards R4-R6 (also known as the ET8) are __DIFFERENT.__
+Flashing incorrect version of the firmware will result in a non-functional board. If you're unsure of your board version, please contact myCNC Technical Support prior to the reflash://
+{{:mycnc:et6-reflash-different-versions.png}}
+----
 {{:mycnc:019-et6-reflash-001.jpg}}
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   - Open myCNC software on the Host computer,
     - goto Configuration Tab ->  Support Tab
-    - Set "Select board" set to "myCNC-ET6"
+    - Set "Select board" set to "myCNC-ET6". Make sure to select the correct revision version.
     - Select "Firmware version" from "Release", "Night build" or "Testing"
     - Set *UART port* to port with FT232 attached