Interference zones are internally tied to which outputs?

• A. SOUT#057 through SOUT#120
• B. SOUT#001 through SOUT#056
• C. SOUT#121 through SOUT#180
• D. They are not tied to outputs

Answer: (A)

Interference zones are signaled through a dedicated block of internal outputs. In Motoman controllers, the indicators for these zones are mapped to a specific range of soft outputs, spanning from SOUT#057 to SOUT#120. When an interference zone is active, the corresponding output in this range goes high, providing a clear signal to external safety circuitry or a PLC about which zone is engaged. This containment in a defined output block lets multiple zones be monitored independently and ensures consistent signaling to safety systems. The other output ranges serve different functions, so they aren’t tied to interference zones, and there is indeed signaling to indicate zone status.