What does SOUT stand for?

• A. Sensor Output
• B. Specific Output
• C. System Output
• D. Status Output

Answer: (B)

Understanding how SOUT is used on Motoman controllers helps you read I/O documentation more quickly. SOUT stands for Specific Output, a designated output signal with a precise function in a program. This means the output is tied to a particular action or device, rather than being a generic or status-related signal. For example, an output named SOUT might be dedicated to triggering a specific gripper action or signaling a particular event in the cycle, making its purpose clear and trackable. Other terms like Sensor Output or Status Output refer to different kinds of signals—those tied to sensor results or overall robot/system status—so they don’t match the intended, defined role of a Specific Output.