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To: All FoxJet Distributors

From: FoxJet Technical Support
Technical Bulletin
Date: August 7th, 2007 TB016

DB9 Encoder Introduction

When designing the Marksman Duo product line, FoxJet, responding to customer requests,
implemented a product line encoder change from the previously used Eurofast connector to
a more widely used industrial standard DB9 connector. In order to support this new
connector, FoxJet developed a new encoder with a 25 integrated cable and a DB9
connector. This new RoHs compliant encoder, part number 5760820-IJ, is smaller and
easier to install yet maintains the flexibility that was available in the previous encoder.

Controllers Supported: Marksman Pro (Revision H or higher)

Marksman Pro Vx (Revision H or higher)
ALL Marksman Duo controllers

Currently, the Marksman Net will continue to feature the Eurofast encoder connector and
utilize the Eurofast encoder, part number 2464-603, which is still an available part. The
Marksman Net is expected to be updated to the DB9 format in the coming months.

Backward and Forward Encoder Compatibility

FoxJet understands the need to provide forward and backward compatibility options.
FoxJet has developed an Encoder Compatibility kit for use with either a previous revision
controller and the new DB9 encoder OR a new controller and the Eurofast encoder. This kit,
2465-178 is currently available at a list price of $140.00. The instructions for that kit are
on the following pages for your convenience.

For further information or assistance with any FoxJet printers, please visit our website at
www.foxjet.com or call technical support at 1.800.488.2804 or 931.537.6550 ext. 20 or 21.
Encoder Options Encoder Compatibility Kit 2465-178N
Revision A Installation Instructions Page 1 of 2

ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY

1 2465-175 CABLE, M12 FEMALE TO DB9M ADAPTER, 6 1
2 2465-177 ADAPTER DONGLE, ENC., DB9F DB9F, W/ RESISTORS 1
3 5760-150-010 CABLE, STRAIGHT THRU, DB9M TO DB9F, 10 1

This kit provides the ability to either use a Eurofast based encoder assembly (2464-603) with the latest
revision of Marksman Pro or Duo controllers or use the D-sub based encoder assembly (5760-820-IJ) with
previous revision Marksman Pro or all revisions of the Marksman Net. Refer to the sections below for
installation setups noting that some items in the kit may not be used in all setups.

Installation Setup A: DB9 Based Encoder on the Marksman Pro (Rev. A-G) or the Marksman Net

Controllers used in this setup:

Marksman Pro Revisions A-G

Marksman Net All Revisions

Instructions:

1. Install Encoder Assembly (5760-820-IJ) onto conveying system. See individual controller user
manual for more information on installation of encoder.
2. Attach the included adapter dongle (2465-177) to the end of the DB9M connector of the encoder
cable.
3. Attach the included adapter cable (2465-175) to the end of the adapter dongle.
4. Attach the adapter cable to the encoder input connector on the controller.

Diagram:

MK Net
(All Revisions)
Rev A-H
M12 Male

5760820-IJ
New Encoder
20 foot
DB9 Male
MK Pro
Rev A-G
M12 Male

M12 Female
DB9F-DB9F
to DB9 Male
Resistor Dongle
6 foot
2465-177
2465-175

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Printed in the USA

Service Part Kit 2465-178

Encoder Options Encoder Compatibility Kit 2465-178N
Revision A Installation Instructions Page 2 of 2

Installation Setup B: Eurofast Based Encoder on Current Revision Controllers (Pro and Duo)

Controllers used in this setup:

Marksman Pro Revisions H and higher

Marksman Duo Revisions A and higher

Instructions:

1. Install Encoder Assembly (2464-603) onto conveying system. See individual controller user manual
for more information on installation of encoder.
2. Attach the included adapter cable (2465-175) to M12 Male connector on the encoder. Note, the
original 10 foot M12 Female to Female cable accompanying the 2464-603 Encoder Kit will not be
used in this configuration.
3. Attach the DB9 Extension cable (5760-155-010) to the adapter cable. This is not a required cable,
but may be used to increase the distance between the encoder and the controller.
4. Attach the DB9 Extension cable to the encoder port of the controller.

Diagram:

MK Duo
Rev A+
DB9 Female

2464603
Old Encoder
No cable
M12 Male
MK Pro
Rev H+
DB9 Female

M12 Female
DB9F to DB9M
to DB9 Male
10 foot
6 foot
5760-155-010
2465-175

2007 Illinois Tool Works Inc. All rights reserved.

Printed in the USA

Service Part Kit 2465-178