This read-only command indicates the execution status of the StepNLoop closed-loop control operation.


Applies to: CMD-4CR, CMD-4EX-SA


ASCII/Standalone                SLS                

Syntax:                        

Read:

SLS[axis]                

Where:        [axis] is set to X, Y, Z, U

Reply: 

Command is accepted and executed

Read:         

Returns a numeral value of 0 – 12 indicating the current StepNLoop status (see chart below)


Number

Description

0

Idle

1

Moving

2

Correcting

3

Stopping

4

Aborting

5

Jogging

6

Homing

7

Z-Homing

8

Correction range error*

9

Correction attempt error*

10

Stall error – Deviation counter value has exceeded correction range value*

11

Limit error

12

N/A

* Cancel the error status with the CLR command before executing the next operation

Example: 

Read:        

SLSX                * Returns the status value of the StepNLoop operation on the X axis

Notes:

  • Joystick and buffer operation are invalid during StepNLoop operation.    

See also:

Motion Settings

SLA, SLE, SLT, SL, SLR

Commander Manual

2.1.1.1 Identification Number