7i97 + 7i76D with Mesa Configuration Tool

it shows card 1 as greyed out, as well as the axis tabs, even when not selecting 7i97, but you can select the 7i76 and configure with no problem.

I didn't get that far, because I wasn't able to create the axese's in question, I read through the supplied read me and help and I think I am using the software properly.

Ok, I am going to go ahead with just starting my build with the 7i97 and Hopefully when I get to needing the IO of the 7i76 you've got it all worked out. I appreciate the fast response !, where do I send the beer ?

A quick note on spindle, I don't know if you considered the 7i97 only has analog servo outputs, and the spindle needs to be configured as a analog output  for outputs 0-5 there is no way to set the spindle for a analog output that I can see. Also I need to be able to use it as a Axis  for synchronised motion turning thread features etc, I am still fuzzy on how that is handled. 

I see no way to assign the encoder inputs to the various axes

I did peruse the PDF, and I am a bit confused on how to calculate the encoder scales,  Is it encoder scale x 4 = base unit, and base unit is inch or millimeter ? or is it the encoder count per/rev x screw pitch 

IE 

(4096 ppr x 4) X 5tpi = 81,960 etc  + pnconf style ?
I wasn't sure on what the base unit was for the math. 

 

How do you assign the encode inputs ?

lmk where to send the beer gift card ! the efforts are greatly appreciated !

that is good know, thanks !