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Introduction to the Homing Methods

In the following sections, each of the homing methods is described. Please note that methods 1-14 rely upon an encoder zero index signal and use this as the reference home position. If an encoder does not generate a zero index, add 16 to the method number to specify a similar procedure that does not require a zero index signal. For example, method #1 locates the negative limit switch and then moves in a positive direction until the next zero index signal is detected. The home position is defined by the zero index. Method #17 locates the negative limit switch and then stops. The negative limit switch defines the home position. If an encoder has a zero index, utilizing the method with the zero index will generally produce more accurate results.

Below are list of supported homing methods. For details of each method, click on the Method links below.