UCC T5 PH20 CMM Controller Installation Guide

UCC T5 PH20 CMM controller installation guide
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UCC T5 PH20 CMM controller installation

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Documentation part number: H-1000-7573-07-B
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General information
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Product compliance
EU declaration of conformity
Contact Renishaw plc or visit www.renishaw.com/EUCMM for the full EU declaration.
UK declaration of conformity
Contact Renishaw plc or visit www.renishaw.com/UKCMM for the full UK declaration.
EMC conformity
This equipment must be installed and used in accordance with this installation guide. This product is intended for industrial use only and
should not be used in a residential area or connected to a low voltage power supply network which supplies buildings used for residential
purposes.
FCC (USA only)

Information to user (47 CFR 15.105)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference, in which case you will be required to correct the interference at your own expense.
Information to user (47 CFR 15.21)

The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Renishaw plc or authorised representative could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
Equipment label (47 CFR 15.19)

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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ICES-001 (Canada only)

This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme ICES‐001 du Canada.
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Contact Renishaw plc or visit www.renishaw.com/ChinaRoHSCMM for the full China RoHS tabulation.
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Safety
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
There are no user serviceable parts inside the equipment.
The UCC T5 controller is only warranted and approved for use with the provided PSU - Cincon TRG70A240-02E02
PSU electrical ratings

Supply voltage 100 V to 240 Vac +10%,-10%
Frequency range 50 Hz to 60 Hz
Output current 3A
Output voltage 24 V
Transient voltages Installation category II
The UCC T5 is isolated from ac power by disconnection of the IEC mains connector from the supplied PSU. If any additional means of isolation
is required, it must be specified and fitted by the machine manufacturer or installer of the product. The isolator / disconnection device must be
sited within easy reach of the operator and comply with any applicable national wiring regulations for the country of installation.
The UCC T5 is provided with an equipotential bonding point which must be used to connect it to the rest of the installations ground
structures.
WARNING: Switching off or isolating the UCC T5 may NOT prevent unexpected machine movement. The user is advised to isolate
the machine from the electricity supply, compressed air or other energy sources in accordance with the machine manufacturer's
instructions before entering the danger zone or performing any maintenance operations.
WARNING: The system can accelerate quickly during operation. It is recommended that eye protection is worn if the user enters
the working volume of the CMM.
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Enviromental conditions
Indoor use IP30* (BS EN60529:1992)
Altitude Up to 2000 m
Operating temperature +5 °C to +50 °C
Storage temperature ‐25 °C to +70 °C
Relative humidity 80% maximum ﴾non‐condensing﴿ for temperatures up to +31 °C
Linear decrease to 50% at +50 °C
Transient voltages Installation category II
Pollution degree 2
* NOTE: It may be necessary to house UCC T5 in a suitable enclosure according to the installation's environmental conditions to
obtain a higher IP rating.
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References and associated documents

It is recommended that the following documentation is referenced when installing the UCC T5:
Renishaw documents
Title Document number
Installation guide: PH20 H-1000-5209
Installation guide: SPA3 H-1000-7566
Installation and user's guide: MCU H-1000-5182
UCCassist-2 help Found within UCCassist-2
External documents
National and international standards including the following may be applicable to the finished machine or installation:-
EN (IEC) 60204-1:2006 (Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines - Part 1: General requirements).
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Introduction
The UCC T5 is the latest generation Renishaw CMM controller product. It replaces the UCC2 and 5-axis card in PH20 applications.
Key Description
1 Machine motors
2 Machine scales and readheads
3 Probe head - PH20 connects to UCC T5 via the orange machine
cabling
4 UCCassist-2 commissioning software and application software
5 UCC T5 and power amplifier SPA3 - these connect to the machine
cabling
6 MCU joystick - MCUlite-2, MCU5 or MCU W - connects to SPA3
7 PC - connects to UCC T5 via an Ethernet cable
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The UCC T5 comprises of a controller in a 19 inch rack-mountable enclosure. It is coupled to the CMM host computer by an Ethernet link and
to the CMM via external cable interface connectors.
The UCC T5 controller has the capability to:
control three axes of a CMM (accepting digital readhead signals and generating three axes drive motor control signals) via the SPA3 or the
UCC AI / UCC BI / UCC PI 80
accept input signals from emergency stop, air pressure, crash detector, digital SPA, amplifier faults and all axis inner and outer travel limit
switches
accept two uncommitted general purpose input signals and generate one uncommitted general purpose output signal
interface PH20
directly support the Renishaw SPA3 servo power amplifier
directly support the Renishaw TEC (16 channels) and RS232 (Mitutoyo) TEC systems
provide a +24 V supply for use by the CMM switches
The UCC T5 supports the MCUlite-2, MCU5 and MCU W joysticks through the SPA3.
This guide gives information on physical installation, system connections and communications, as well as assistance in fault finding during the
installation of the UCC T5.
WARNING: UCC T5 is not compatible with PH9, PHS, PH10 and REVO systems. No attempt should be made to connect these
system components to the UCC T5 as this will result in damage to the product or attached equipment.
Please use this guide in conjunction with the PH20 user's guide in order to fully understand the system's features, capabilities and operation.
The UCC T5 must be used in conjunction with a Renishaw SPA3. Setup and commissioning should be completed through Renishaw's
UCCassist-2 software.
The UCC T5 has replaced the UCC2-2 and 5-axis daughtercard. It also replaces the TEC card and provides support for 16 channels of
temperature compensation.
The UCC T5 uses an external power supply and manages full control of the PH20 head, CMM and probe signals and communicates with the
CMM's computer.
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Front panel
UCC T5
Rear panel layout

Key Description Key Description
1 37 way D-type plug for 7 Reserved
temperature compensation
2 Ethernet communications 8 Reserved
connector to CMM computer
3 Reset button 9 15 way D-type socket for PH20
connection
4 Reserved - (USB type B socket) 10 Equipment bond point
5 RJ45 connector to SPA3 11 DC power jack
6 RJ45 connector to second SPA3
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Installation
Dimensions
Width Depth Height Weight
440 mm (17.3 in) 180 mm (7.1 in) 44 mm (1.7 in) 2.1 kg (4 lb 10 oz)
UCC T5 can either be free standing or used in a 19 inch rack system.
Stand-alone installation
The UCC T5 unit draws air from the right hand side when viewed from the front and expels air out of the left hand side. A minimum clearance
gap of 10 mm is necessary between the sides of the unit and any potential obstruction.
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Mounting in a 19 inch rack

The rack mounting kit ﴾part number A‐5518‐0005﴿ contains two brackets and four M5 × 6 mm screws. Assemble the brackets to the UCC T5
as shown below:
Cable lengths
UCC T5 to SPA3 connection
The units are linked via a CAT 5 or STP/ FTP cable. 300 mm cables are supplied with the UCC T5 kits. It is not recommended to use a cable
over 400 mm.
Ethernet cable link to PC

This is a standard ethernet CAT 5E cable, a 5 m cable is supplied as part of the CMM controller kit. Lengths up to 100 metres can be used.
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General wiring standards

To achieve reliable operation of the UCC T5 and the CMM's host computer, the following points should be observed:
All signal cables MUST be screened and all cable screens must be connected electrically to the metal shells of the cable connectors
It is recommended that cable screens should only be connected to the protective earth (via the connector shell) of the UCC T5 and SPA3
To avoid earth loops, cable screens should not be directly attached to the CMM's protective earth
The protective grounding must be continuous between the controller and all other equipment in the installation
All cable connectors should be secured to the UCC T5 and SPA3 by the connector jack screws
NOTE: The UCC T5 and SPA3 electronic zero volt rails are connected to their respective ground planes at star points within the UCC
T5, the SPA3 and also to the protective ground of the ac supply.
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System connection
Earth bonding scheme
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PH20 interconnection diagram
Key Description
1 PH20 orange head cable

2 CAT 5 300 mm cable (supplied)
3 16 / 0.2 mm earth connection
4 MCU connection
5 CAT 5E ethernet cable (5 m cross-over cable supplied) to host PC
6 24 V power supply (supplied)
7 24 V - 80 V power supply (not supplied)
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Cable connections
The cable connection to the head uses a standard 15-way high-density D connector. The cable should be connected and terminated as
detailed below. It is mandatory that the Renishaw universal machine cable is used.
Various lengths of cable are available and include pre-crimped options for ease of installation.
The following image shows the pin numbers for each connector end view of the Renishaw universal machine cable.
15-way HDD socket pin Function Core colour 15-way D plug pin number
number (quill) (controller)
11 Comms D+ Green 1
2 0V Black 2
1 Comms U+ Orange 3
7 0V White 4
13 Motor B0 Blue 5
3 +20 V Red 6
4 Motor A2 Grey 7
10 Motor A0 Pink 8
9 0V Inner screen * 9
12 Comms D- Green / black 10
6 Comms U- Orange / black 11
8 +20 V Clear 12
14 Motor B1 Violet 13
15 Motor B2 Yellow 14
5 Motor A1 Brown 15
Shell Outer screen Shell
* NOTE: In pre-crimped cables this will be yellow / green.

Ensure that the inner screen is not shorted to the outer screen at either end of the cable. A short can be prevented by using a small
piece of heatshrink or other suitable method.
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Preparation of Renishaw universal machine cable for quill mounted systems
Preparation of Renishaw universal machine cable for shank mounted systems
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Temperature compensation connector
Pin number Channel Pin number Channel

1 Channel 1 input 20 Channel 1 return
17 Reserved 36 Reserved
18 Reserved 37 Reserved
19 Reserved Shell GND
The thermistors for each channel connects between the CH input and CH return numbers. The return signals are NOT zero volts and MUST
NOT be connected to any zero volt signal, GND or screen.
NOTE: For more information regarding the set up and usage of axis and work piece sensors, please read the temperature
compensation page of this installation guide.
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Reset button
Number 3 on the rear panel is the reset button which has two different functions. The function depends on the operational state of the
controller.
1. Pressing and releasing the reset button within fifteen seconds of switching on or rebooting the unit will force the controller into IP
configuration state.
2. Pressing and releasing the reset button after the download or whilst operating will cause the unit to restart.
To enter IP configuration state when the unit is already powered, press and release the reset button twice.
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Connecting the UCC controller

Hardware connection
The host PC must have a dedicated ethernet connection to the UCC controller. It is recommended that this is NOT a USB plug-in adapter
because of the reduction in speed of operation these devices normally produce.
If the host PC is also to be connected to a network, it is necessary to install additional hardware within the host PC to permit a dedicated
connection to be available for UCC controller communication. For details on how to install additional hardware into the host PC, please refer
to the PC's installation / users guide.
The UCC controller is capable of using both 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps ethernet. The selection is determined by the capability of the network
adapter to which it is connected. It is recommended that a 100 Mbps network adaptor is used.
A 5 m Cat 5e cross-over ethernet cable is provided for this link as part of the UCC controller kit. Other lengths may be used, but the maximum
is governed by the generic specification for ethernet connections (i.e. a hundred metres) which is sufficient for any CMM installation.
If there are concerns about EMC disruption due to the environment, or the routing of the cable, then the using a shielded cable is
recommended.
It is suggested that the cross-over cable is labelled as a cross-over cable looks identical to a normal ethernet cable.
Software installation
The UCCassist-2 software must be installed on the host PC prior to connection of the UCC controller.
The latest version of UCCsuite can be downloaded from the Renishaw website for anyone with a MyRenishaw account. UCCsuite will install
UCCassist-2 and UCCserver to enable the hardware set-up.
After the software has been installed, one of the utility sequences available is “IP Configurer” which is used to give the UCC controller an IP
address and establishes the pairing of the PC and the UCC controller.
Configuration of IP addresses
This section describes the steps needed to connect the UCC controller to the host PC and configure the ethernet communication link.
NOTE: The examples used in this section are for Windows10 Professional and will vary for other operating systems.
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IP addressing
Choose an IP address for the UCC controller and an IP address for the PC's network adaptor that are of the same class:
class A 1.0.0.1 – 126.255.255.254 For class A networks, a network is defined by the first number.
class B 128.0.0.1 – 191.255.255.254 For class B networks, a network is defined by the first two numbers.
class C 192.0.0.1 – 223.255.255.254 For class C networks, a network is defined by the first three numbers.
NOTE: The last number must not be 0 or 255.
If there is more than one network connection in the PC, choose a network class for the UCC - PC connection that is not currently in use to keep
the connections clearly separate. To find out which IP address the other network interfaces use, bring up the command prompt, then type
“ipconfig”. Its output will look similar to this:
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Setting the IP address of the PC

The process to set the IP address on the PC varies with each version of Windows. Administrator rights are needed in order to perform this
operation.
a) Navigate to 'Control Panel', then select 'Network and sharing centre':
b) Select 'Ethernet' in 'Access type connections':
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c﴿ Click on 'Properties' and select ‘Internet Protocol ﴾TCP/IPv4﴿' and click 'Properties'.
d﴿ Select ‘Use the following IP address' and type in the IP address to use for the PC end of the comms link. Click in the Subnet mask field. On
Windows10 the Subnet mask will already be filled in. If you have to fill it in for yourself, here are the values:
Class of network IP address belongs to Subnet mask to use

A 255.0.0.0
B 255.255.0.0
C 255.255.255.0
Leave the 'Default gateway' field blank.
Example:
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e) Click 'OK' and then 'OK' again. On earlier versions of Windows the PC needs to be rebooted.
Setting the IP address of the UCC controller

The UCC controller is not intended to be used on a corporate network. It is extremely important that the setting of the IP address of the UCC
controller is on a dedicated connection. It is also important that the connection is not “firewalled” at the PC end. Administrator rights are
needed in order to perform this operation.
Turn on the UCC controller and press the reset button (within 15 seconds), then wait for it to boot up.
NOTE: This will take about 15 seconds.
It will enter its IP configuration state, shown by the 'Error' LED flashing rapidly.
Now start UCCassist-2 and the UCC IP configuration utility or commissioning sequence on the PC.
a﴿ Login to UCCassist‐2 → Go to 'Utilities bar' → Select 'IP Configure':
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b) Pressing 'Next' will bring up a screen to allow the specific controller to be selected. It will also give instructions on getting the controller into
IP configure mode depending on if it has already been configured or has no current configuration.
c) Click on the drop-down icon and select the IP address of the network adapter into which the UCC controller is plugged (this should be the
one on which the IP address was set in 'Setting the IP address of the PC').
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d) The UCC controller does not have an IP address. Type in the relevant address to match the network adapter in the PC. In the case below this
is 10.0.0.1:
e) Fill in the desired IP address. The IP configuration software has given you a head start by filling in the network part of the address
appropriate for the network adapter selected (see section 'IP addressing' for a discussion of the choice and of IP addresses in general).
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f﴿ Click on ‘Configure PC and UCC pair'. If all is well this will result in the address being applied to the controller and the IP configure screen
will close. If the controller is already configured a dialogue box saying the UCC is configured will open. Click 'Next' to finish.
NOTE: Whenever one of the items in this pairing is changed, e.g. by connecting a different UCC controller to the PC, the UCCassist-
2 IP configuration software must be re-run to establish the new UCC controller to the PC system.
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Changing the IP address of the UCC

If the UCC controller already has an IP address, after booting up it skips its IP configuration state and proceeds into waiting for a download,
shown by the status LED flashing slowly. There are two ways to force the UCC controller into its IP configuration state:
a) During the 15 second power up phase, before the error LED comes on, press and release the 'Reset' button on the rear of the UCC
controller. At the end of the power up phase the error LED will flash rapidly indicating it is in the IP configuration state.
b) If the UCC controller has already powered up with the error light flashing slowly, i.e. about once per second, or even if the control software
has been downloaded, the reset switch will need to be pressed twice. The first time to reset the controller then a second time, within 15
seconds, to force the IP configuration state.
The UCC controller is now in its IP configuration state, and the UCCassist-2 IP configuration software can be run on the PC, selecting the
appropriate network adapter required. The current IP address of the UCC controller will be displayed. Type in the new one and click on
‘Configure PC and UCC pair'.
Establishing a new UCC - PC pairing

If a different UCC controller is connected to the PC, or a different PC to the UCC controller or even if the network settings on the PC are
modified, ensure that they are a matched pair. To do this, go through the procedure in the 'Setting the IP address of the PC' section, even if
you do not wish to change the IP address of the UCC controller (if the IP address is already suitable, then you do not need to re-type it).
Clicking on ‘Configure PC and UCC pair' will establish the new pairing.
Downloading
The name of the downloadable file is specific to the controller so the correct controller needs to be selected to select the correct
downloadable. Other controller downloadables will not work on a different controller. Remember to change the name in any configuration
settings appropriate for the front-end.
The UCC controller system should now be established.
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Temperature compensation
NOTE: Thermal compensation is activated and setup through UCCassist-2.
Axis sensors
Axis sensors are required to monitor and compensate for any temperature changes within the CMM's scale. The axis sensor is housed in a
potted ring terminal with a Ø3.7 mm hole which can be screwed or glued in position using a thermally conductive glue. The axis sensors are
supplied with a 200 mm cable (attached) with a male JST connector fitted to the end. The mating part of the connector is supplied as part of
the axis sensor kit.
Workpiece sensors
Workpiece sensors are required to monitor and compensate for any temperature changes of the workpiece material. They can be
magnetically mounted or clamped to the workpiece. The sensors are housed in a Ø20 mm aluminium body with a polyacetal sleeve. The
sensors should always be handled by the polyacetal sleeve in order to reduce any thermal effects. The sensors are supplied with a cable length
of 2000 mm and have a LEMO connector fitted. The mating part of the connector is supplied as part of the workpiece sensor kit in either panel
mount or in-line form.
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Pin allocation
With the red dot on the LEMO pointing upwards:
‘Pair A' ‐ Top left pin and bottom left pin

‘Pair B' ‐ Top right and bottom right
NOTE: Ensure the sensor is connected to the controller with one pin from ‘pair A' and one pin from ‘pair B'.
Workpiece sensor
Ensure the workpiece sensor is in full contact with the workpiece.
Aim to position the workpiece sensor in the middle of the workpiece or near where the measurement is taking place.
Electrically ground workpiece prior to using the thermal effect compensation system to avoid electrostatic discharge (ESD) through the
workpiece sensor.
Use multiple sensors for large workpieces.
Handle the workpiece sensor by the white sleeve if possible or wait for five minutes once the sensor is in position before proceeding to take a
measurement.
Keep the workpiece sensor cabling away from moving sections of the CMM.
NOTE: It is not recommended to run axis thermal compensation without workpiece compensation (where axes and workpiece are
at the same temperature) as it is unlikely that reliable results will be obtained.
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Axis sensors
Ensure the sensors are mounted as close as possible to the axis scales
It is recommended to have at least two sensors per axis to account for temperature gradient effects
On large or high specification CMMs, use more than three sensors per axis
Thermally conductive glue should be used when gluing axis sensors to an axis
All axis sensor cabling must be tightly secured to the axis body to prevent it getting trapped during moves
Sensor resistance checks

A resistance check test is recommended:
During system installation once all sensor cabling has been completed
After every hardware change to the system (e.g. sensor, cable or switch change)
Every six months, after the system has been commissioned, to check for any sensor failure or cabling issues
Resistance check procedure

1. Regulate the temperature of the CMM room to a constant temperature between 16 °C and 28 °C.
2. Allow the CMM to stabilise thermally for a minimum of one hour.
3. Measure the sensor resistance from the 37-way D-type socket that the sensors are wired into. This is the resistance that the UCC measures
(cable plus sensor resistance).
4. All workpiece and axis sensor resistance measurements should be within this range; 8.4 kΩ < R < 15.7 kΩ.
Best practise for using the thermal compensation system

Ensure the CMM is not subjected to unnecessary changes in temperature (fans blowing, close to radiator, in direct sunlight or any other
powerful radiant sources)
Excessive humidity should be avoided
Use the system as close as possible to the calibrated temperature
Renishaw recommends that workpiece and axis sensors are verified at six month intervals
System accuracy and calibration

The TEC system can be used without calibration. The system accuracy is ±0.2 °C.
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Testing and verification

The machine manufacturer or the installer of the UCC T5 is responsible for ensuring that the following testing and verification is performed to
the appropriate standard:
Verification that the electrical equipment is in compliance with the technical documentation
Continuity testing of the protective bonding circuit
Insulation resistance tests
Functional tests, particularly those related to safety and safeguarding
NOTE: It is strongly recommended that any measuring equipment is regularly checked for accuracy. An initial ‘pass off' test should
be performed prior to normal use.
System performance
Advisory
It is recommended that periodic metrology tests are performed in order to identify any faults in subsystems e.g. air bearings, structure, cables
software etc.
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Troubleshooting
UCC T5 visual diagnostics
A visual indication of the system status is provided by a multicoloured LED on the front panel. The LED provides assistance in diagnosing
system faults.
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LED Description
No LED No power to unit.
Continuous blue Unit has overheated.
Continuous red Issue with comms link. Reboot unit and

configure IP.
Continuous green Normal operation.
Slow green flash Unit waiting for download.
Slow blue flash Contact your nearest Renishaw support

office.
Slow red and blue flash Check that the file being downloaded is
appropriate for the controller.
Slow blue and green flash An excess of 48 V is being supplied. Use
correct power supply and reboot.
Slow green and red flashes Scale issue, reboot unit.
Fast blue flash Contact your nearest Renshaw support office.
Fast red flash IP configuration mode.
Fast green flash Comms lost to PC. Resync unit.
One grouped red flash Contact you nearest Renishaw support office.
One grouped blue flash Power supply has begun supplying excess
power. Replace power supply and reboot.
Two grouped red flash Reboot the unit.
Two grouped blue flash An overcurrent has been detected on the

head power supply. This might be caused by
a suspect cable between the controller and
the head. A reboot is required.
Three grouped red flashes Contact you nearest Renishaw support office.
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Fatal faults
Situations can occur that make it inadvisable or dangerous to continue using the CMM servo system. These are known in this document and
UCCassist-2 as fatal faults. A list of fatal faults are shown below and will be indicated through the user's software (for example UCCserver):
A report of the emergency stop switch being active

Air pressure is too low
Crash switch operated, if fitted
A scale reading failure
An indicated overspeed (calculated from the rate of change of position)
Outer limit switch active
NOTE: Other faults not classed as fatal can prevent the CMM's operation.
Motors will not engage / re-engage

Symptoms
Either the servo drives will not engage when the controller has been sent the ‘engage' command, or the drives have disengaged automatically
and will not re-engage.
Possible causes (or reported causes)
After the unit is switched on and before the system is allowed to engage, it must be configured for motion (i.e. the machine, servo and move
parameters must be sent to the controller).
Any of the 'fatal faults' will prevent the system from engaging. In addition, the following will disengage the servo motors;
A reported failure from a servo power amplifier (amplifier feedback signal)

The absence of the feedback signal from the motor contactor
The following list can also inhibit drive engagement or re-engagement
The probe being deflected
Any outer limit switch being operated or a soft limit exceeded
Tests / cures
UCCassist-2 can be used for further help with this by displaying the system status, the status bytes and signals.
The amplifier and motor contactor feedback signals can also be examined using the ‘input signals' window in UCCassist‐2.
NOTE: A scale error will cause the UCC T5 to enter an error state which is not recoverable within a metrology application
environment. If a scale error occurs it will be necessary to reinitialise the installation due to the possibility of lost scale counts and
metrology being affected.
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Maintenance
WARNING: Maintenance should only be carried out after the machine has been isolated from the electrical supply, compressed air
supply or other energy sources in accordance with the machine manufacturer's instructions.
Periodically check that all mounting screws and electrical connectors are securely tightened. Electrical safety checks should include inspecting
the mains cable for damage and the safety of the connections. Periodical safety checks should also include the function of the emergency stop
system, including operation of all switches integrated into the system. After operating the emergency stop system, the servo amplifier system
should be checked to ensure servo power can be engaged.
Advisory
It is recommended that periodical metrology tests are performed in order to identify any faults in subsystems eg air bearings, structure,
cables, software etc.
Cleaning
Cleaning should be carried out with a lint free cloth on outer surfaces only as the unit is not sealed against liquid.
Filter replacement
Positive air flow is employed within the enclosure for cooling purposes. This equipment has a replaceable filter to protect it from the ingress
of dust. The machine operator should inspect the condition of the filter on a regular basis. It is recommended that the filter is removed and
checked / replaced as necessary during the machine installer or retrofitter's regular maintenance routine.
Exchanging / removing the air filter

The following procedure is recommended when exchanging / removing the air filter:
1. Isolate the controller via the ac power.

2. Remove the 19 inch rack mounting brackets (if fitted) by removing the two fixing screws on each side.
3. Pull both the filter retaining clips [A] away from the unit, this should permit the external filter cover [B] to be removed.
4. Remove the filter material [C] from the filter recess (replacement part number of filter is A-5518-0011).
5. Refit the filter cover and mounting brackets in the reverse order above.
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NOTE: There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit.
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New Mills, Wotton-under-Edge F +44 (0)1453 524901
Gloucestershire, GL12 8JR
United Kingdom www.renishaw.com/cmmsupport
For worldwide contact details,

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www.renishaw.com/contact
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Changes to Renishaw products

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Packaging component Material 94/62/EC code 94/62/EC number

Outer box Cardboard - 70% recycled PAP 20

FCC (USA only)

Information to user (47 CFR 15.21)

Equipment label (47 CFR 15.19)

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

ICES-001 (Canada only)

Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme ICES‐001 du Canada.

There are no user serviceable parts inside the equipment.

PSU electrical ratings

References and associated documents

The UCC T5 controller has the capability to:

Rear panel layout

UCC T5 can either be free standing or used in a 19 inch rack system.

Mounting in a 19 inch rack

Ethernet cable link to PC

General wiring standards

PH20 interconnection diagram

1 PH20 orange head cable

* NOTE: In pre-crimped cables this will be yellow / green.

Preparation of Renishaw universal machine cable for quill mounted systems

Preparation of Renishaw universal machine cable for shank mounted systems

Temperature compensation connector

Pin number Channel Pin number Channel

Connecting the UCC controller

NOTE: The last number must not be 0 or 255.

Setting the IP address of the PC

a) Navigate to 'Control Panel', then select 'Network and sharing centre':

b) Select 'Ethernet' in 'Access type connections':

Class of network IP address belongs to Subnet mask to use

Leave the 'Default gateway' field blank.

Setting the IP address of the UCC controller

NOTE: This will take about 15 seconds.

a﴿ Login to UCCassist‐2 → Go to 'Utilities bar' → Select 'IP Configure':

Changing the IP address of the UCC

Establishing a new UCC - PC pairing

The UCC controller system should now be established.

‘Pair A' ‐ Top left pin and bottom left pin

Use multiple sensors for large workpieces.

Sensor resistance checks

Resistance check procedure

Best practise for using the thermal compensation system

System accuracy and calibration

Testing and verification

Continuous blue Unit has overheated.

Continuous red Issue with comms link. Reboot unit and

Slow green flash Unit waiting for download.

Slow blue flash Contact your nearest Renishaw support

Fast blue flash Contact your nearest Renshaw support office.

Fast red flash IP configuration mode.

Fast green flash Comms lost to PC. Resync unit.

Two grouped blue flash An overcurrent has been detected on the

A report of the emergency stop switch being active

Motors will not engage / re-engage