NT631C-ST153-EV3 Omron, NT631C-ST153-EV3 Datasheet
NT631C-ST153-EV3
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... Cat. No. V063-E1-03 NT631 and NT631C Programmable Terminals Setup Manual ...
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... NT631 and NT631C Programmable Terminals Setup Manual Revised September 2007 ...
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... OMRON. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Moreover, because OMRON is con- stantly striving to improve its high-quality products, the information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice ...
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... Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SECTION 1 General 1-1 Role and Operation of the NT631/NT631C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Functions of the NT631/NT631C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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... Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D Transporting and Storing the NT631/NT631C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E Making the Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F Making the Cable for Connecting a PLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G Making the Cable for Connection to a Bar Code Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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... About this Manual: This manual describes connecting the NT-series NT631 and NT631C Programmable Terminals (PTs PLC (Programmable Controller) or other host and peripheral devices, and the settings required for communications and applications. It includes the sections described below. Please read this manual carefully and be sure you understand the information provided before attempting to install and operate the Programmable Terminal ...
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... Creating and Transferring Screen Data, and Installing the System Program • NT-series Support Tool for Windows Ver. 4.@ Operation Manual (V061-E1-@) The screens displayed on the NT631 and NT631C PTs are created with the Support Tool and trans- ferred to the PT. This manual describes how to create and transfer screen data. It also describes how to download a system program using the System Installer ...
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... LOSS OF PROFITS OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE PRODUCTS, WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR STRICT LIABILITY event shall the responsibility of OMRON for any act exceed the individual price of the product on which liability is asserted EVENT SHALL OMRON BE RESPONSIBLE FOR WARRANTY, REPAIR, OR OTHER CLAIMS ...
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... Application Considerations OMRON shall not be responsible for conformity with any standards, codes, or regulations that apply to the combination of products in the customer's application or use of the products. At the customer's request, OMRON will provide applicable third party certification documents identifying ratings and limitations of use that apply to the products. This information by itself is not sufficient for a complete determination of the suitability of the products in combination with the end product, machine, system, or other application or use ...
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... Performance data given in this manual is provided as a guide for the user in determining suitability and does not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of OMRON's test conditions, and the users must correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual performance is subject to the OMRON Warranty and Limitations of Liability. The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate ...
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This section provides general precautions for using the Programmable Terminal. The information contained in this section is important for the safe and reliable application of the Programmable Terminal. You must read this section and understand the information contained before attempting ...
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... It is extremely important that Programmable Terminals and related devices be used for the specified purpose and under the specified conditions, especially in applications that can directly or indirectly affect human life. You must con- sult with your OMRON representative before applying Programmable Termi- nals to the above-mentioned applications. !WARNING ...
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... Do not attempt to take the unit apart and do not touch any internal parts while the power is being supplied. Doing either of these may result in electrical shock. WARNING Switch OFF the NT631C power before replacing the backlight. Otherwise you could sustain an electric shock. 3 xvii ...
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Safety Precautions xviii 3 ...
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... This information will enable you to understand the applications of the NT631/NT631C. 1-1 Role and Operation of the NT631/NT631C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1-1 Operation of an NT631/NT631C Production Site 1-1-2 Operations of the NT631/NT631C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Functions of the NT631/NT631C 1-2-1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2-2 Comparison between NT631 and NT631C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2-3 Comparison between NT620S/NT620C/NT625C and NT631/NT631C 1-2-4 Principal Functions of NT631/NT631C ...
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... Line stopped. Check the following. 1. Defective pin L3 2. Position of dog M2 3. Mounting of photosensor P5 Setting touch switches on the NT631/NT631C allows workers to use the NT631/NT631C as an operating panel; the results of the operations are trans- mitted to the host. Electroplating control Transport Clamp Unclamp Int ...
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... NT631/NT631C in response to instructions from the host or touch switch operation. Receives Data from a Host The NT631/NT631C can be connected to the host by a host link or NT link and receive necessary data from the host. Sends Data to a Host Data input using the touch panel (switch ON/OFF statuses, numeric values, character strings) can be transmitted to the host ...
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... Contrast and brightness are adjustable by touch switch operations (for NT631C-ST141@-EV2 only). • There is upward compatibility between the NT631/NT631C and the follow- ing models for screen data and user programs: NT11S, NT20S, NT30, NT30C, NT31, NT31 NT600S, NT610G, NT610C, NT620S, NT620C, NT625C ...
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... Binary Data can be Read It is now possible to write binary data stored in words at the host directly to the to/Written from the Host NT631/NT631C. This makes data conversion by a program at the host unnec- essary, reducing the load on the host. Character Display Using Any quadrupled characters are displayed with a 32 dot high-definition font. ...
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... When the PT is operating in NT30/620 compatible mode, it will be equivalent to an NT30/NT30C or NT620S/NT620C/NT625C in the functions listed below. The PT retains full V2 functionality in all functions other than the ones listed below. Refer to Appendix C in the NT31/NT31C/NT631/NT631C Programma- ble Terminal Reference Manual for more details. Additional CS/CJ-series ...
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... NT631C-ST141@-EV2 NT631C-ST141-EV2 (Beige) NT631C-ST141B-EV2 (Black) STN color LCD display (with white backlight) Beige and black are the front panel colors of each NT631/NT631C types. Section 1-2 NT631C-ST153@-EV3 NT631C-ST153-EV3 (Beige) NT631C-ST153B-EV3 (Black) TFT color LCD display (with white backlight) 7 ...
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... Serial port B connector (for host communica- tions only, 9-pin) Terminal block (serial port B; memory-switch selectable between RS232C and RS-422A/485) NT631C-CFL01 (for ST151; the backlight for the NT631C-ST152@-EV2, NT631C-ST153@-EV3, however, cannot be replaced by the user) NT631C-CFL02 (for ST141) The system installer and system program data are supplied with the Support Tool ...
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... This is the capacity of the flash memory that stores screen data. *2 The values are the same as the NT30/NT30C when the NT30/620 compatible mode. For differences in programming, refer to Appendix B in the NT31/NT31C/NT631/NT631C Programmable Termi- nal Reference Manual. NT620S/NT620C/NT625C Operations can be disabled from the PLC by ...
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... Functions of the NT631/NT631C 1-2-4 Principal Functions of NT631/NT631C The following are the principal functions of the NT631/NT631C. Functions relating to data display Character display Characters of various sizes can be displayed. Characters can be flashed and displayed in reverse video. High grade fonts are available for the characters with their size enlarged. ...
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... Functions relating to communications Communications with the host The NT631/NT631C can communicate with the host by four methods: host link, 1:1 NT link, 1:N NT link (standard or high-speed), and Memory link. Data can be read from the host, and data input by means of touch switches and numeral/character string settings can be sent to the host also possible to connect with other model PCs. ...
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... The NT631/NT631C can display various kinds of elements such as charac- ters, numeric values, graphs, lamps, and touch switches screen. The screen data displayed by the NT631/NT631C are created by using the Sup- port Tool at a personal computer. Bar graph Characters and various graphics (circles, circular arcs, sectors, polylines, ...
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... Functions of the NT631/NT631C Lamps These are graphics whose display status changes in accordance with the states of bits at the host. Squares, circles, sectors and polygons can be used for lamps (normal (standard) lamps). In accordance with the status of the host bit, they can be lit (displayed in reverse video) or flashed (repeated alternation between normal and reverse video display states) ...
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... Functions of the NT631/NT631C Numeral Display String Display Numeral Input String Input 14 Standard, shadow, 3-dimension, no display frame, rectangle, circle, poly- gon, sector When rectangle, circle, polygon, or sector is selected as the shape, the area within which pressing of the touch switch is sensed (the touch switch area) can be set independently of the position where the display graphic is set ...
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... Functions of the NT631/NT631C Thumbwheel Switches Numeric values can be input by incrementing or decrementing each digit with the corresponding touch switch (+, –). The input numeric values can also be stored in a numeral memory table and notification sent to the host. Thumbwheel switch inputs can be enabled and disabled from the host when an interlock bit has been allocated ...
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... You can also read several words of numeric data from the host and display it on the PT screen. 1-3 System Configuration This section shows the configuration of a system that uses an NT631/ NT631C. For details on product models, refer to Appendix J Model List (page 281). 16 Character string table No. 50 Character string table No. 32 Image/library data 1002 Character string table No ...
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... When a 1:N NT Link is being used PTs can be connected to a single PLC. Reference: The following peripheral devices can be connected to an NT631/NT631C. Host Controls the NT631/NT631C as required while controlling machines and monitoring the production line. Host Link: CS/CJ-series, C-series, and CVM1/CV-series PLC, and SRM1 Can be connected to CPU Units, Host Link Units, and SRM1 ...
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... Memory Links. 1-4-1 Direct Connection Function With the NT631/NT631C, the bits and words referring to data required for dis- play, and those for storing input data, can be allocated to any part of the PLC memory area. The NT631/NT631C can directly write to and read from such allocated bits and words to change the display status of the elements on the PT screen, control the PT operating status, and notify the host of the status ...
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... The direct connection function allows the data to be displayed at the NT631/ NT631C to be read from the memory area in the PLC and written to memory tables in the NT631/NT631C. Also, the data input at the NT631/NT631C can be written to the memory area in the PLC. The NT631/NT631C screen can be changed in accordance with statuses in the PLC memory area, and the NT631/NT631C’ ...
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... NT31C, NT600S, NT620S, NT620C, NT625C, NT631, NT631C PTs can be connected to one port of the PLC and used at the same time PTs (NT31, NT31C, NT631, and NT631C) can also be connected simultaneously when the high-speed 1:N NT Link is being used. All of the PTs connected to a PLC port must use either the standard or high-speed 1:N NT Link ...
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... In memory link, there is an area called PT Memory, as shown below, inside the NT631/NT631C, and this area is treated as a virtual area on the PLC. This allows PT memory and the display elements of the NT631/NT631C to make a quasi-direct connection. By sending a command for the memory link, the host can make the NT631/NT631C execute processes through PT memory ...
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... NT631C Programmable Terminal Reference Manual. When memory link communications are being used, the NT631/NT631C can be switched to Transmit mode from the host even if the NT631/NT631C is operating and screen data can be written. (The NT631/NT631C can be returned to RUN mode after the screen data is written.) ...
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... Before Operating 1-6 Before Operating Follow the procedure given below to start the system of the NT631/NT631C. Host Set the host settings. • For the host link, refer to pages 48 and 94, and the manuals for the Host Link Unit and Programming Devices. • For the NT link (1:1), refer to pages 61 and 106. • ...
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Before Operating Device or Software PLCs SYSMAC CPM1 Operation Manual SYSMAC CPM1A Operation Manual SYSMAC CPM2A Operation Manual SYSMAC CPM1/CPM1A/CAM2A/CPM2C/SRM1(-V2) Programmable Controllers Programming Manual SYSMAC CPM2C Operation Manual SYSMAC C200H Operation Manual (for CPU01/03/11) (programming) SYSMAC C200H Operation Manual (for ...
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This section describes the connection methods that are possible with the PT, and the functions of the parts of PT, as the required knowledge before connecting to the host and to the peripheral devices. 2-1 Method for Connection to the ...
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... Method for Connection to the Host This section describes the methods for connection to the host used with the NT631/NT631C, and the relationship between the connection method and the communications method. NT631/NT631C Communications Ports and Communications Methods The NT631/NT631C has two communications ports. Their uses are indicated in the table below ...
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... Method for Connection to the Host Combinations of Communications Method and Connection Method The connection methods that can be used depending on the communications method used and the communications type for communications between the NT631/NT631C and the host are indicated in the table below. Communica- Communica- tions Type at ...
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... NT Link (1:N) connection is possible even when RS-232C is used at the NT631/NT631C side for communications with the host, but in this case one NT-AL001 Adapter is required for each NT631/NT631C. In this case convenient to use serial port A of the NT631/NT631C not out- put from serial port B. Section 2-1 ...
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... NT631C-ST141@-EV2: STN color LCD display with backlight • NT631C-ST151/152@-EV2: TFT color LCD high intensity display with backlight The whole area of the screen is a touch panel which works as an input device. NT631 (EL) NT631C (STN) NT631C-ST141-EV2 NT631C-ST141B-EV2 Section 2-2 NT631C (TFT) Body Color NT631C-ST153-EV3 Beige NT631C-ST153B-EV3 Black 29 ...
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... Note Confirm system safety before turning the power ON/OFF or resetting. 30 Reset switch (inside the cover) Used to initializes all the statuses of the NT631/NT631C. However, registered data such as screen data, and memory switch settings, retain their statuses before initialization. Warning label RESET ...
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... This section describes the settings of the NT631/NT631C and methods for connection to peripheral devices. For details on the method for connection to the host, refer to SECTION 4 Connecting to the Host from the RS-232C Port or SECTION 5 Connecting to the Host from the RS-422A/485 Port. 3-1 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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... Take adequate measures to ensure shielding if the PT is used at a location 3-1-2 Installation in the Operation Panel The NT631/NT631C is mounted in an operation panel by embedding it in the panel. Use the panel fittings and tool (Phillips screwdriver) included in the product package and follow the procedure below. ...
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... PT. tings must be tightened uniformly to a torque of 0.5 to 0.6 N ⋅ order to ensure water- and dust-resistance. Front sheet of NT631/NT631C may be warped if the tightening is too strong or not uniformity. The panel must not be soiled or warped, and must be able to support an installation that will remain secure and strong. ...
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... M3.5 size crimp terminals must be used. Tighten the screws on the terminal block to a torque of 0.8 N ⋅ m. Recommended Terminals Note Conformance to Shipbuilding Standard 3-1-4 Grounding The NT631/NT631C has a functional ground terminal ( Carry out wiring under the following conditions. 34 Item Power supply 24 VDC Allowable power supply voltage 20.4 to 26.4 VDC (24 VDC – ...
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... For details on making a connector cable, refer to Appendix F Making the Cable for Connecting a PLC. NT631/NT631C and the host, ground as shown in Fig. If there is some dis- tance between the NT631/NT631C and host and grounding at a single point is difficult, do not connect the functional ground terminal ( NT631/NT631C ...
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... Connecting a Printer 3-3 Connecting a Printer Connecting a printer to the NT631/NT631C enables printing of hard copies of the currently displayed screen (printing of screen images), and, by system menu operations, printing of the screen display history and alarm history. The following types of data can be printed, depending on the printer con- nected to the NT631/NT631C ...
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... PT are both OFF before connecting or disconnecting the cable. 3-4-1 Connection Method Connect the bar code reader to serial port A of the NT631/NT631C, as shown in the figure below. Bar code reader must match the communications setting (3-4-2 Setting a Bar Code Reader, page 37) and data format (3-4-3 Data Format, page 38) in order to connect to the NT631/NT631C ...
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... Trigger switch setting About RS/CS Control During bar code reading, the NT631/NT631C performs RS/CS control. When the Input Method setting of the NT631/NT631C is set to Auto, the RS signal is turned OFF, prohibiting the next input, until the read data has been sent to the host as notification. ...
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... PTs of different models. However, since the data compatibility is not complete between NT31/NT31C and NT631/NT631C, an error may occur if an attempt is made to read NT631C data with an NT31C. (The data must be converted using the Support Tool.) Note also that although there is data compatibility between the NT31 and NT31C, and between the NT631 and NT631C, the display may not be correct since these models have different numbers of colors ...
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... Using a Memory Unit 3-5-1 Installation Method Install the Memory Unit (NT-MF261) at the expansion interface connector at the rear of the NT631/NT631C as shown in the figure below (the expansion interface connector is located underneath the note label.). 3-5-2 Method of Use As shown in the figure below, a Memory Unit has two sets of four DIP switches, and the operation is determined by the DIP switches that are set at startup ...
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... For details on mode setting errors and protect setting errors, refer to Errors When Using a Memory Unit (page 45). In this mode, system program or the screen data in the NT631/NT631C is forcibly written to the Memory Unit irrespective of the setting status of the NT631/NT631C. This mode is convenient if the touch panel is broken and touch switch opera- tion is not possible someone unfamiliar with touch switch operation at the operation site is using the system ...
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... Reference: Writing Screen Data to the PT Using Automatic Transmission (Memory Unit to PT Check that the power supply to the NT631/NT631C is OFF, then set the DIP switches of the Memory Unit as follows after installing Memory Unit to NT631/NT631C. SW2 SW1 SW2-4 ON: System/Screen transmitted simultaneously SW2-3 ON: Bank 1 ...
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... Using a Memory Unit Reference: When data is written to the NT631/NT631C, the data that has been stored up until that point is lost. When the system program is changed, the operation of NT631/NT631C also changes. Method of Execution Use the following procedure to write the screen data in the Memory Unit to the NT631/NT631C by automatic transmission ...
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... Using a Memory Unit Reference: 1,2,3... 44 When data is written to the NT631/NT631C or Memory Unit, the data that has been stored up until that point is lost. Method of Execution Use the following procedure to write screen data using manual transmission. 1. Check that the NT631/NT631C power is OFF, then set the DIP switches on the Memory Unit as follows ...
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... Memory Unit Bank 0/1 Reference: 4. Press Execute. 5. Switch the NT631/NT631C power OFF, remove the Memory Unit, then Errors When Using error occurs when using the Memory Unit, the NT631/NT631C operates Memory Unit as follows. • In the case of system program: The first line: Compatible PT type for the system program in- side the Memory Unit ...
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... If a protect setting error occurs when executing manual transmission pos- sible to return to the Memory Unit manual transmission screen by pressing the OK touch switch, but in the case of other errors, the status described above remains in effect until the NT631/NT631C power is turned OFF or reset. Within the PT Model, the The compatibility relationships are shown below ...
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Connecting to the Host from the RS-232C Port This section describes the method for connecting to the host using the RS-232C port of the PT. 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host . . . . . . ...
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... Check the model and series of the PLC, the type of installed Serial Communi- cations Board, Serial Communications Unit, or Host Link Unit before making a connection. The hosts that can be connected to the NT631/NT631C by the host link method using the RS-232C ports of both Units are indicated in the table below. ...
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Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host PLC Units with Built-in Host Link Series Function C Series C200HS-CPU21/23/31/33-E C200HE-CPU42-E C20HE-CPU42-ZE C200HG-CPU43/63-E C200HG-CPU43/63-ZE C200HX-CPU44/64-E C200HX-CPU44/64/65/85-ZE CPM1-10/20/30CDR-@ +CPM1-CIF01 CPM1A-10/20/30/40CD@-@ +CPM1-CIF01 CPM2A-30/40/60CD@@-@ +CPM1-CIF01 (Peripheral port connection) CPM2C-10/20@@@@@@-@ CQM1-CPU21-E CQM1-CPU41/42/43/44-EV1 CQM1H-CPU11/21/51/61 CV Series ...
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... Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the memory switch at the NT631/NT631C. For details, refer to 6-7-2 Setting the Host Link Method (page 155). The 1-to-N setting enables BCC (Block Check Character not actually pos- sible to connect more than one NT631/NT631C in a single host link ...
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Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host Setting the Rear Switches C1000H(F)/C2000H Rack-mounting Unit: 3G2A5-LK201-EV1 Setting the Front Switches Setting the Rear Switches Synchronization CTS selector switch External 0 V (ON) Local Host • ...
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Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host C1000H/C2000H Rack-mounting Unit: C500-LK203 Setting the Rear Switches Synchronization C200H/C1000H/C2000H CPU-mounting Unit: 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 Setting the Rear Switches supply ON OFF 8 7 I/O port 6 RS-422A 5 RS-232C SW1 ...
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... Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the memory switch at the NT631/NT631C. For details, refer to 6-7-2 Setting the Host Link Method (page 155). The 1-to-N setting enables BCC (Block Check Character not actually possible to connect more than one NT631/NT631C in a single host link. Section 4-1 Setting at Host (*1) ...
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... Stop bit 2 stop bits Parity Even Data length ASCII 7 bits Unit # 00 Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the memory switch at the NT631/NT631C. For details, refer to 6-7-2 Setting the Host Link Method (page 155). Section 4-1 Setting at Host (*1) ...
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Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host Setting the Front Switches I/O port selector switch C-series C200HS, C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C, CQM1, CPM1H CPU Units, SRM1 The connection method depends upon the model of PLC being used, as shown ...
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... Data length ASCII 7 bits Unit # 00 Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the memory switch at the NT631/NT631C. For details, refer to 6-7-2 Setting the Host Link Method (page 155). Word # Writing Value 0001 Host link mode, no CTS control ...
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Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host DM6556 DM6558 When using port B of the Communications Board of C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E DM6550 DM6551 DM6553 When using a CPM1 DM6650 DM6651 DM6653 Connecting to a CPM2C The CPM2C PLCs do not have ...
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Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host When using the CQM1H’s built-in peripheral port, turn ON SW7. Setting the Switches of a CPM2A When using a CPM2A, the switches on the front panel must be set as shown below ...
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... Setting the Front Switches Set the CPU Unit’s DIP switches accordance with the port NT631/ NT631C is connected to. An example of a CS-series CPU Unit is shown below. CJ1G/M-CPU@@, CJ1G/H-CPU@@H Item Communications speed Set the same speed as set at the NT631/NT631C(*1) ...
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... Communications speed 19200 bps. DM32012 0000 Transmit delay time 0 ms. DM32013 0000 No CTS control Unit No.0 for host link Section 4-1 accordance with PC Setup) when connecting the NT631/NT631C to a peripheral port. in accordance with PC Setup) when connecting the NT631/NT631C to a peripheral port. Settings ...
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... When Using the NT Link Compatible Host Units (1:1) Method Some models and series of OMRON PLCs have the NT link (1:1) function built in. With CQM1H PLCs, a Serial Communications Board can be added to provide 1:1 NT Link communications. Some C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E CPU Units can be connected by the NT link (1:1) method by installing a Communications Board ...
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... Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host The hosts that can be connected to the NT631/NT631C by the NT Link (1:1) method using the RS-232C ports of both Units are indicated in the table below. PLC Series C Series CV Series (*5) 62 CPU Units with Built-in CPU Units Connect- NT Link Function ...
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Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host PLC Series CVM1 Series CompoBus/ S Master Control Unit * Reference: CS/CJ-series CPU Units cannot be connected with the 1:1 connection NT link method. Use the 1:N connection ...
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Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host Connecting to a CPM2C The CPM2C PLCs do not have the same kind of port connectors found on CS/ CJ-series PLCs. The CPM2C’s communications port handles both RS-232C and peripheral port connections ...
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... Using the NT Link (1:N) Compatible Host Units Method The OMRON PLCs that can be connected using the NT link (1:N) method are the CS/CJ-series CPU Units and the C-series C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, CQM1H, and SRM1 only. With the CS/CJ-series PLCs possible to connect a 1:N NT Link using a Serial Communications Board (CS Series only Serial Communications Unit ...
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... Check the model and series of the PLC as well as the model of Serial Com- munications Board or Unit being used before making the connections. The hosts that can be connected to the NT631/NT631C by the NT link (1:N) method using the RS-232C ports of both Units are indicated in the table below ...
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Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host Reference: Version 1 (-V1) and high-speed versions (H) of the CS-series and CJ-series CPU Units support the high-speed 1:N NT Link method in addition to the standard 1:N NT Link method. Furthermore, ...
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... For details on the PLC Setup, refer to the SYSMAC CS Series Operation Manual (W339) or the SYSMAC CJ Series Operation Manual (W393). Setting the Front Switches Set the CPU Unit’s DIP switch accordance with the port NT631/ NT631C is connected to. An example of a CS-series CPU Unit is shown below. Peripheral port This is used mainly for connection to the Programming Device ...
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Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host CPU Unit Allocation DM Area Settings Setting is written from the Programming Device (a Programming Console or CX-Programmer) directly into the allocation DM area (system setting area) of the CPU Unit. After ...
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... Be sure to check the model number of the PLC and Serial Communications Board/Unit before trying to establish the high-speed 1:N NT Link. The following table shows which CS-series PLCs can be connected to an NT631/NT631C with the high-speed 1:N NT Link. PLC Series CPU Units with Built- Series ...
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... When using the CX-Programmer to set the high-speed 1:N NT Link, set the communications baud rate to 115,200 bps. Setting The Front Switches Set the CPU Unit’s DIP switch accordance with the port NT631/ NT631C is connected to. An example of a CS-series CPU Unit is shown below. Peripheral port This is used mainly for connection to the Programming Device ...
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Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host Reference: Reference: 72 CS-series Serial Communications Boards and Units with lot number 991220 (12/20/99) and later support the high-speed 1:N NT Link. Boards and Units with earlier lot numbers cannot be used. ...
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... For the host (a personal computer computer, etc.), its setting should be compatible to one of the communications condi- tions listed in the following table. Set the same communications conditions at the NT631/NT631C by the memory switch. (page 160). 4-1-2 Connecting Directly between RS-232C Ports The method for connection between the RS-232C ports of the NT631/ NT631C and the host is described here ...
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... Made by Hitachi Cable, Ltd. After connecting a communications cable, always secure it with the screws. OMRON Cables with Connectors When a connection is made at serial port A in other than the memory link method, OMRON cables with connectors shown below are available. Model Cable Length XW2Z-200S 2 m ...
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... For Units that have a CTS setting selector switch, RS and CS do not have Wiring for Other Applicable Units: Connections Model Cable Length CV500-CN228 2 m XW2Z-S002 2 m 3G2A5-LK201-EV1 C500-LK203 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 CV500-LK201 (communications port 1) XW2Z-200S (9-pin ⇔ 25-pin XW2Z-500S (9-pin ⇔ 25-pin NT631/NT631C 6 Pin Abbreviation Shielding wire number Connector FG hood RS-232C RS ...
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... CS1D-CPU65H/67H CJ1G-CPU44/45 CJ1G-CPU42H/43H/44H/45H CJ1H-CPU65H/66H/67H CJ1M-CPU11/12/13/21/22/23 C200HS-CPU21-E, -EC C200HS-CPU31-E C200HE-CPU32-(Z)E C200HG-CPU33-(Z)E C200HG-CPU53-(Z)E C200HX-CPU34-(Z)E C200HX-CPU54-(Z)E C200HX-CPU65-ZE CV500-CPU01-EV1 CV2000-CPU01-EV1 CVM1-CPU01-EV2 CVM1-CPU21-EV2 SRM1-C02-V2 XW2Z-200T (9-pin ⇔ 9-pin XW2Z-500T (9-pin ⇔ 9-pin NT631/NT631C Pin Abbreviation Shielding wire number Connector FG hood - RS-232C interface +5V ...
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... Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host NT631/NT631C 6 1 Pin Abbreviation number Connector FG hood − RS-232C 4 RS interface +5V − 7 − (9-pin type Section 4-1 Host side Abbreviation Shielding wire Connector hood SD RS-232C RD interface ...
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Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 78 Section 4-1 ...
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Connecting to the Host from the RS-422A/485 Port This section describes the method for connecting to the host using the RS-422A/485 port of the PT. 5-1 Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port ...
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... OMRON PLCs, refer to the PLC Connection Manual (V042-E1-@) or NT31/ 631 Multi Vendor Connection Manual (V060-E1-@). 80 • Method in which the RS-422A port of the NT631/NT631C and the RS- 232C port of the host are connected in a 1:1 connection via an RS-232C/ RS-422A Adapter (page 82). When this method is used, the cable length can be extended up to 500 m ...
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... Using the NT Link (1:N) Method (page 65) High-speed NT Link (1:N) Using the High-speed NT Link (1:N) Method (page 70) Memory link Memory Link Method (page 73) Section 5-1 RS-232C/RS422A Host convertor unit RS-232C cable (max PLC PLC Relay terminal block NT631C NT631 NT631 NT631C Examples of Bad Connections Reference NT631 81 ...
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... Read the manual supplied with the NT-AL001 carefully before using the Unit. 5-1-2 1:1 Connection between RS-422A/485 at the PT and RS-232C at the Host The connection method in which the RS-422A/485 port of an NT631/NT631C and the RS-232C port of a host are connected via a Adapter is described here. An RS-232C/RS-422A Adapter (NT-AL001) is used to convert between the RS-232C and RS-422A communications methods ...
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... Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port Reference: When using RS-485 as a port for the NT631/NT631C, only NT Link (1:N) method (standard or high-speed) can be used. Connecting an NT631/NT631C and NT-AL001 (RS-422A) For details on handling shield wires, refer to 5-2-8 Handling the Shield on RS- 422A/485 Cables on page 125. ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port Wiring When Connecting a Host Link Unit (25-pin) Applicable Units: CVM1/CV-series Host Link Unit (CV500-LK201) has two types of connector: a 25-pin connector (communications port 1), and a 9-pin connector (communi- cations port 2). ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port Usable Cables with Attached Connectors: CVM1/CV-series CPU Units whose model names do not have the suffix -EV@ cannot be connected by any connection method. When connecting to the peripheral port of a CS/CJ-series CPU ...
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... Connection between RS-422A/485 at the PT and RS-232C at the Host The connection method in which the RS-422A/485 ports of multiple NT631/ NT631Cs are connected to the RS-232C port of one host in a 1:N connection is described here. An RS-232C/RS-422A Adapter (NT-AL001) is used to convert between the RS-232C and RS-422A/485 communications methods. ...
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... Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port Connecting an NT631/ The relay terminal board is not included in the figure below. Insert a relay ter- NT631C and NT-AL001 minal board achieve the wiring configuration indicated below. (RS-422A) For details on handling shield wires, refer to 5-2-8 Handling the Shield on RS- 422A/485 Cables on page 125 ...
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... The relay terminal board is not included in the figure below. Insert a relay ter- NT631/NT631C Units (RS- minal board achieve the wiring configuration indicated below. 422A) NT631/NT631C * Short TRM and RDA terminals of the NT631/NT631C at the end of the RS- For details on handling shield wires, refer to 5-2-8 Handling the Shield on RS- 422A/485 Cables on page 125. 88 NT-AL001 ...
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... NT631/NT631C Units (RS- minal board achieve the wiring configuration indicated below. 485) NT631/NT631C * Short TRM and RDA terminals of the NT631/NT631C at the end of the RS- For details on handling shield wires, refer to 5-2-8 Handling the Shield on RS- 422A/485 Cables on page 125. Connecting an NT-AL001 and Host ...
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... SD 2 RS-232C connector +5V − 7 − (9-pin type) Name Model Remarks XM2A-0901 9-pin type Made by OMRON XM2A-2501 25-pin type Made by OMRON DB-25P 25-pin type Made by JAE Section 5-1 PLC side 1 Abbreviation Pin number Connector FG hood − RS-232C RD connector +5V − 7 − (9-pin type) ...
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... Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port Connector hood Cable Cables with Connectors Made by OMRON When connecting an NT-AL001 and a PLC, use the OMRON cables with con- nectors indicated in the table below. XW2Z-070T-1 XW2Z-200T-1 Note 1. The maximum tensile load of the recommended cable not ex- 2 ...
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... The terminal resistance is 120 Ω . When carrying out RS-422A/485 communications using serial port B, short between TRM and RDA terminals at the NT631/NT631C at the end of the RS- 422A/485 cable. Leave these terminals open at NT631/NT631C PTs other than the one at the end of the cable. ...
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... PT RS-422A cable (max. 500 m) • Method in which the RS-485 ports of the NT631/NT631C and host are connected by an RS-485 cable (page 118). When this method is used, the cable length can be extended up to 500 m. This connection method can be used only with the NT Link (1:N) meth- od (standard or high-speed) of type RS-485 ...
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... Host Types and Settings The types of host that have an RS-422A port and can be connected to the RS-422A/485 port of the NT631/NT631C, and the settings to be made at the host, are described here. When Using the Host Link Compatible Host Units Method Some models and series of OMRON PLCs have the RS-422A/485 host link function built in ...
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... Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port The hosts featuring the RS-422A/485 host link function and can be connected to the RS-422A/485 port of the NT631/NT631C are indicated in the table below. PLC CPU Unit with built-in Host Series Link CS Series CJ Series C Series CPM1-10/20/30CDR-@ +CPM1-CIF11 CPM1A-10/20/30/40CD@-@ ...
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... Unit # 00 Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the Comm. Speed memory switch at the NT631/NT631C. For details, refer to 6- 7-2 Setting the Host Link Method (page 155). The 1-to-N setting enables BCC (Block Check Character not actually possible to connect more than one NT631/NT631C in a single host link ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Connecting to a C-series C200H/C200HS/C200HE(-Z)E/C200HG(-Z)E/C200HX(-Z)E Host Link Unit Rack-mounting Unit: C200H-LK201-V1 Setting the Front Switches Set each switch with a flat blade screwdriver so that the values or symbols in the setting value window ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Setting the Rear Switches Synchronization 98 I/O port 8 RS-422A 7 RS-232C 6 SW1 Internal 1 External ON Terminator 8 7 OFF 6 ON SW2 5 4 CTS 3 2 ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port C1000H/C2000H Rack-mounting Unit: C500-LK203 Setting the Rear Switches Synchronization C200H/C1000H/C2000H CPU-mounting Unit: 3G2A6-LK202-EV1 Setting the Rear Switches 5 V supply ON OFF 8 SW1 7 I/O port 6 RS-422A 5 RS-232C ...
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... Comm. Speed memory switch at the NT631/NT631C. For details, refer to 6- 7-2 Setting the Host Link Method (page 155). The 1-to-N setting enables BCC (Block Check Character not actually possible to connect more than one NT631/NT631C in a single host link. Section 5-2 Setting at Host ...
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... Even Data length ASCII 7 bits Unit # 00 Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the Comm. Speed memory switch at the NT631/NT631C. For details, refer to 6- 7-2 Setting the Host Link Method (page 155). Section 5-2 Setting at Host (*1) 101 ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Setting the Front Switches I/O port selector switch C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C, CQM1H, or SRM1 The connection method depends upon the model of PLC being used, as shown in the following table. Reference: 102 ...
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... Set the same speed as for the NT631/NT631C. 2 stop bits Even ASCII 7 bits 00 Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the Comm. Speed at the NT631/NT631C. For details, refer to 6-7-2 Setting the Host Link Method (page 155). Word # Setting 0001 Host link mode, no CTS control ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Connecting to a CPM2C The CPM2C PLCs do not have the same kind of port connectors found on CS/ CJ-series PLCs. The CPM2C’s communications port handles both RS-232C and peripheral port connections which are ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Serial Communications Board Switch Settings Set the switches on the Serial Communications Board as shown below. 2-wire or 4-wire selector (WIRE): Terminating resistance switch (TERM): ON (terminator ON = terminating Allocation DM Area Settings ...
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... Some models and series of OMRON PLCs have the RS-422A NT Link (1:1) function built in. Check the model and series of the PLC against the type of CPU Unit before making the connections. The hosts that can be connected to the RS-422A port of the NT631/NT631C by the RS-422A NT Link (1:1) method are indicated in the table below. C Series *1 ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port *3 The NT Link (1:1) method cannot be used using RS-485. To use the NT Link (1:1) method, connect by RS-422A. The 1:1 NT Link connection using RS-422A/485 is not possible with the CPM1, ...
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... Check the model and series of the PLC against the type of CPU Unit or com- munications board before making the connections. The hosts that can be connected to the RS-232C port of the NT631/NT631C by the RS-422A NT Link (1:N) function via an Adapter are indicated in the table below. ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port C Series * Settings at the Host C-series C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E PLC Setup Area Settings Write the communications conditions directly into the PLC Setup area (data memory) using a Programming Device (e.g. ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Reference: Setting the DIP Switches on a C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E Communications Board Set the switches on a C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E Communications Board as fol- lows. Setting Switches on a CQM1H Serial Communications Board Set the switches on a ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Allocation DM Area Settings for CPU Unit Settings are written from the Programming Device (a Programming Console or CX-Programmer) directly into the allocation DM area (system setting area) of the CPU Unit. After settings ...
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... Serial Communications Board/Unit.) Be sure to check the model number of the PLC and Board/Unit before trying to establish the high-speed 1:N NT Link. The following table shows which CS-series PLCs can be connected to an NT631/NT631C with the high-speed 1:N NT Link through RS-422A/RS-485. PLC CPU Units with Series ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port *2 *3 Settings at the Host Connecting to a CS-series Serial Communications Board Serial Communications Board equipped with an RS-422A/485 port for CS- series CPU Units: Reference: CS-series Serial Communications Boards and Units with ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port When using the Memory Link Method 114 Allocated DM Area Setting words Port 2 DM32011 000A Baud rate (standard The highest unit number of the connected DM32016 000@ PTs ( ...
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... NT631/NT631C by the memory switch. (page 160). 5-2-2 Direct Connection between RS-422A Ports at Both Units The connection method in which the RS-422A ports of an NT631/NT631C and a host are connected is described here. Connecting an NT631/NT631C and Host (RS-422A) Wiring When Connecting a C-series Host Link Unit or CPM1 (Host Link) ...
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... CJ-series Serial Communications Unit, C-series C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E Communications Board, CQM1H Serial Communications Board, or CVM1/CV-series Host Link Unit Applicable Units: 116 CPM1-10CDR-@ CPM1A-10CD@-@ CPM1A-30CD@-@ CPM2A-30CD@@-@ CPM2A-60CD@@-@ CPM2C-10@@@@@@-@ SRM1-C02-V2 RDA NT631/NT631C side TRM Short-circuit tool Abbreviation RDA (-) RDB TRM SDA RDB (+) RS-422A/ SDA (-) 485 SDB ...
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... RDA (-) RDB TRM RDB (+) SDA RS-422A/ SDA (-) 485 terminal SDB SDB (+) block RSA (-) RSA RSB (+) Functional RSB ground 24V +DC NT631/NT631C side RDA Abbreviation Short-circuit tool TRM RDA (-) RDB TRM RS-422A/ RDB (+) SDA 485 SDA (-) interface SDB SDB (+) RSA (-) RSA RSB (+) Functional ...
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... Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 5-2-3 Direct Connection between RS-485 Ports at Both Units The connection method in which the RS-485 ports of an NT631/NT631C and a host are connected is described here. Reference: When RS-485 is used at the PT side, only the NT Link (1:N) method (standard or high-speed) can be used ...
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... Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 5-2-4 1:N Connection among RS-422A Ports The connection method in which the RS-422A ports of multiple NT631/ NT631Cs and one host are connected in a 1:N connection is described here. Reference: RS-422A cables (max. total length 500 m) NT631/NT631C Serial port B ...
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... Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Connecting between NT631/NT631C Units NT631/NT631C * Short TRM and RDA terminals of the NT631/NT631C at the end of the RS- For details on handling shield wires, refer to 5-2-8 Handling the Shield on RS- 422A/485 Cables on page 125. Connecting an NT631/NT631C and a Host Wiring When Connecting a CS-series Serial Communications Board, CS/ ...
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... For details on handling shield wires, refer to 5-2-8 Handling the Shield on RS- 422A/485 Cables on page 125. The connection method in which the RS-485 ports of multiple NT631/ NT631Cs and one host are connected in a 1:N connection is described here. NT631/NT631C Serial port B (RS-422A/485, terminal block) ...
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... RSB 24V +DC * Short TRM and RDA terminals of the NT631/NT631C at the end of the RS- 485 cable (* marked in the above figure) using the short-circuit tool sup- plied with the NT631/NT631C. For details on handling shield wires, refer to 5-2-8 Handling the Shield on RS- 422A/485 Cables on page 125. ...
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... CPU Unit (CP) side. Some Units come supplied with one connector and con- nector hood. Check the required parts and prepare them in advance. C200HE-CPU32/42-(Z)E C200HG-CPU33/43/53/63-(Z)E C200HX-CPU34/44/54/64-(Z)E C200HX-CPU65-ZE/85-ZE CQM1H-CPU51/61 Note A Serial Communications Board cannot be installed. NT631/NT631C side RDA Abbreviation TRM Shielding wire RDA (-) RDB TRM RDB (+) ...
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... When carrying out RS-422A/485 communications using serial port B, short between terminals at the NT631/NT631C at the end of the RS-422A/485 cable. Leave these terminals open at NT631/NT631C PTs other than the one at the end of the cable. When not using RS-422A/485 communications, the terminal resistance set- ting is ineffective ...
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... Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Note Before connecting or disconnecting cables between devices, make sure that the power supply to all of the connected devices (NT631/NT631C, PLC, etc.) is OFF. Reference: 5-2-8 Handling the Shield on RS-422A/485 Cables Perform the following procedures to connect, process the shield, and connect to ground for communications systems using the RS-422A/485 ...
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Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port When using a CJ1M-CIF11 alone or combined with an NT-AL001, be sure to connect, process the shield, and connect to ground as shown in Figure (b). Example of Recommended Wiring Signal line 126 Section ...
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... Functions which are convenient when using the NT631/NT631C and those that are useful for system maintenance are also explained here. 6-1 System Menu Operation Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Starting the NT631/NT631C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2-1 Operation at Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Operation Modes and the System Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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... Setting the Print Method (NT631C Only 6-9-7 Setting Screen Saver Movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9-8 Setting the Screen Saver Start-up Time 6-9-9 Setting the History Display Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9-10 Setting the Resume Function 6-9-11 Setting the Automatic Reset Function 6-9-12 Setting the Time-out Interval ...
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... For details on connecting the Support Tool, refer to 3-2 Connecting to the Support Tool (page 35). Set the Memory Switches Select the System Menu and set the operations of the NT631/NT631C — for (pages 152, 164, 184) example the conditions for communications with the host — using the mem- ory switches ...
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... Start of Communications Communications with the host start in accordance with the communications with the Host method set in the system memory of the NT631/NT631C. During the interval until communications are established, the system initialization screen (screen No. 9000) is displayed. For details, refer to 6-8 Starting Operation. ...
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... Clear the System Menu screen and return to the RUN mode screen. Display the Transmit Mode screen to allow transmission for screen data between the Support Tool and the NT631/NT631C. For details on transmission of screen data, refer to 6-6 Transmit- ting the Screen Data. Section 6-3 ...
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... For details on System Menu operations, refer to 6-3-3 Operations with the System Menu (page 133). The menu tree may differ according to the system program installed in the NT631/NT631C. The menu tree for the system program that is installed in the NT631/NT631C on shipment is shown below. 132 ...
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Operation Modes and the System Menu SYSTEM INSTALLER MODE Exit System Installer Download System Program (page 145) Change System Settings (page 147) Erase Screen Data (page 148) SYSTEM MENU Quit Transmit Mode (page 149) Maintenance Mode Expansion Mode MAINTENANCE MODE ...
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... By registering the touch switch for System Menu display ([MENU screen when creating it, the System Menu can be displayed just by pressing this switch. Calling the System If the NT631/NT631C has no system program installed the system pro- Installer Mode gram is destroyed, the System Installer mode is automatically established when the power is switched ON. ...
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... Return to the RUN mode by selecting Quit in the System Menu and other System Menu to the RUN menus. Mode Reference: Unlike previous PT models, the NT631/NT631C does not return to the RUN mode automatically if no operations are performed. 6-4 Memory Initialization The NT631/NT631C has the following initialization functions. Use them as necessary ...
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... When this function is used, all of the screen data contents registered in the NT631/NT631C up to that point are cleared. Check that the created screens are backed up at the Support Tool before using it. • The screen data can be cleared in the System Installer mode too (page 148). • ...
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... Memory Initialization selected, the NT631/NT631C returns to the MEMORY INIT. MENU screen without clearing the screen data. On completion of screen data clearance, the NT631/NT631C returns to the MEMORY INIT. MENU screen. After the screen data has been cleared attempt is made to set the NT631/NT631C to the RUN mode before screen data has been transmitted from the Support Tool or Memory Unit, an error message will be displayed and the RUN mode will not be established ...
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... Initialize the display history record data by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below selected, the NT631/NT631C returns to the MEMORY INIT. MENU screen without initializing the display history record data. On completion of display history record data initialization, the message Fin- ished is displayed and the NT631/NT631C returns to the MEMORY INIT ...
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... Reference: The NT631/NT631C also allows the alarm history record data to be initialized by controlling the PT status control area from the host. For details, refer to 2- 2-1 PT Status Control Area in the Reference Manual. ...
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... Initialize the alarm history record data by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below selected, the NT631/NT631C returns to the MEMORY INIT. MENU screen without initializing the alarm history record data. On completion of alarm history record data initialization, the message Fin- ished is displayed and the NT631/NT631C returns to the MEMORY INIT ...
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... NT31/NT31C returns to the MEMORY INIT. MENU screen possible to initialize the numeral memory tables and character string memory tables in the NT631/NT631C. When these tables are initialized, the values are returned to those set by the Support Tool (they are not cleared). ...
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... If OFF is set for the Resume Function memory switch, the memory tables can be initialized just by switching the NT631/NT631C power off and back on again resetting the NT631/NT631C (page 177). • The bit memory table merely reflects the statuses of bits at the host and therefore cannot be initialized ...
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... Initialize the memory switches by following the menu operation from the Sys- tem Menu shown below selected, the NT631/NT631C returns to the MEMORY INIT. MENU screen without initializing the memory switches. On completion of memory switch initialization, the message Finished is dis- played and the NT631/NT631C returns to the MEMORY INIT. MENU screen. ...
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... Using a Memory Unit. The first setting made in the System Installer mode is to select whether the display language English or Japanese. Section 6-5 Status 00 ON OFF ESC/P Tone (NT631C only) Display erased 010 From New Data OFF OFF 01 005 Host Link (communications speed = 9600 bps) ...
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... Operation Manual (V061-E1-@). • When the system program is cleared by mistake, it becomes impossible to use the NT631/NT631C at all. Check that the system installer is installed at the Support Tool side before deleting the program. However, note that the registered screen data and memory switch settings are retained. • ...
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... Select Yes. The system program is cleared. During clearance, the message Erasing ... is displayed. • If Return to Menu is selected, the NT631/NT631C returns to the System Installer mode menu without clearing the system program. • If clearance fails, a screen asking whether you wish to try again is dis- played. ...
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... Transfer the screen data and proceed. If the new system program is not downloaded successfully after deleting a system program not possible to use the NT631/NT631C at all. After deleting the system program, be sure to download a new one. The NT631/NT631C allows the following settings to be made to prevent the screen data and memory switch settings from being changed or deleted by operating errors ...
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... The settings are written to the NT631/NT631C while the screen is displayed. • If Cancel is selected, the NT631/NT631C returns to the System Installer mode menu without changing the settings. The settings remain as they were before the operation was started. • If writing of the settings fails, a screen asking whether you wish to try again is displayed. • ...
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... If screen data clearance fails, a screen asking if you wish to try again is displayed. • The screen data can be transmitted also from the Memory Unit installed in the NT631/NT631C. For details on this method, refer to 3-5 Using a Memory Unit. • The screen data can be transmitted at a faster rate by setting High for Baud Rate on the Comms ...
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... Character string memory table data • Bit memory table data • Mathematical table data • Mark information • Image/library data • Recipe table data Tool has been installed and turn the power to the NT631/NT631C ON. tem Menu shown below at the NT631/NT631C. Section 6-6 ...
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... The power to the personal computer on which the Support Tool is running is interrupted or the computer is reset. • The cable connecting the NT631/NT631C to the personal computer on which the Support Tool is running is disconnected or has a broken wire. • The Quit touch switch on the NT631/NT631C screen is pressed to end screen data transmission. Section 6-6 151 ...
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... Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches The NT631/NT631C can be connected to the host by the following 7 types of communications methods can be used to communicate with a host. The NT631/NT631C has the following two ports, either of which can be used for communications with the host, depending on the requirements. ...
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... Function Sets the communications speed for communications with the host. Setting Item Function Set the unit number of the NT631/ NT631C. Sets the communications speed for communications with the host. Setting Item Function Set the data bits length. Set the stop bits length. ...
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... Possible Combinations of The combinations of communications methods that can be set with the Communications Method NT631/NT631C are indicated in the table below. Combinations other than Settings these listed below cannot be set (when using a system for multi-venders, refer to the PLC Connection Manual (V042-E1-@) or NT31/631 Multi Vendor Con- nection Manual (V060-E1-@)) ...
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Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 6-7-2 Setting the Host Link Method Set the communications conditions for the host link method at serial port A or serial port B by following the operation from the System ...
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... NT631C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT631/NT631C will return to the MAIN- TENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. Section 6-7 ...
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... NT631C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT631/NT631C will return to the MAIN- TENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. Section 6-7 ...
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Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 6-7-4 Setting the NT Link (1:N) Method (Standard/High-speed) Set the communications conditions for the NT Link (1:N) method at serial port A or serial port B by following the operation ...
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... NT631C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT631/NT631C will return to the MAIN- TENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. Section 6-7 ...
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Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 6-7-5 Setting the Memory Link Method Set the communications conditions for the host link method at serial port A or serial port B by following the operation from the System ...
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... NT631C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT631/NT631C will return to the MAIN- TENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. Section 6-7 ...
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... NT631C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT631/NT631C will return to the MAIN- TENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. Section 6-7 ...
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... Host from the RS-232C Port, or SECTION 5 Connecting to the Host from the RS-422A/485 Port. • Confirm that the operation results of touch switch and numeric value/char- acter string input at the NT631/NT631C are sent to the host correctly by displaying the contents of the host words and bits using a Programming Device (e.g. CX-Programmer). ...
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... This section describes the memory switch settings relating to the operation environment. Since the memory switch settings are backed up to the flash memory by the battery in the NT631/NT631C, they are not cleared when the power is switched OFF. 6-9-1 Memory Switch Setting Screens There are four memory switch setting screens ...
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... Setting the Start-up Wait Time The Start-up Wait Time is the time lapse until the NT631/NT631C switches to the RUN mode after its power has been switched ON or after it has been reset. Set this item if it takes some time for the host to start operation. Nothing is displayed during the Start-up Wait Time ...
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... Setting the Buzzer Sound The NT631/NT631C has a function for sounding a buzzer in response to an instruction from the host, or when an error occurs possible to set whether or not the buzzer actually sounds with the memory switches. ...
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... NT631C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT631/NT631C will return to the MAIN- TENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. Section 6-9 ...
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... Various System Settings 6-9-5 Setting the Printer Controller The NT631/NT631C has a function for printing out data at a printer connected response to an instruction from the host or operation at the NT631/ NT631C. Three types of printer can be connected to the NT631/NT631C: select the type used with this memory switch setting. ...
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... Setting the Print Method (NT631C Only) The NT631/NT631C has a function for printing out data at a printer connected response to an instruction from the host or operation at the NT631/ NT631C. When using the NT631C, the currently displayed screen image or other data can be printed out in color ...
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... Setting Screen Saver Movement The NT631/NT631C has a function to prevent the formation of an afterimage by turning off the screen display if no operation is performed for a certain period of time, and then displaying character strings at random positions and in random colors (the colors only change for the NT631C) ...
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... Even if its operation has been set with the Screen Saver Movement set- ting, the screen saver function will not be executed if 000 is set for Screen Saver Start up Time. • Screen saver function is enabled only through RUN mode of NT631/ NT631C. In System Menu or System Installer mode, this function is not started. Section 6-9 171 ...
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... NT631C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT631/NT631C will return to the MAIN- TENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. Section 6-9 Select Maintenance Mode ...
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... Various System Settings 6-9-8 Setting the Screen Saver Start-up Time The NT631/NT631C has a function to maximize the service life of the back- light and prevent the formation of an afterimage by turning off the screen dis- play and the backlight if no operation is performed for a certain period of time. ...
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... NT631C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT631/NT631C will return to the MAIN- TENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. Section 6-9 Select Maintenance Mode ...
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... From New Data: The records are displayed in sequence from the newest to oldest. • When the voltage of the NT631/NT631C’s built-in battery becomes low, the history record contents cannot be retained. • For details on the display history record function and the alarm history record function, refer to 2-15-1 Display History Record Function and 2-15- 2 Alarm History Record Function in the Reference Manual ...
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... NT631C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT631/NT631C will return to the MAIN- TENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. Section 6-9 ...
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... Setting the Resume Function Reference: The NT631/NT631C has a function to keep the contents of the memory tables even when the power to the NT631/NT631C is OFF and write back them to the host when the power is turned ON. If the resume function is OFF, the memory tables are initialized to these initial values on switching to the RUN mode ...
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... NT631C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT631/NT631C will return to the MAIN- TENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. Section 6-9 ...
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... Various System Settings 6-9-11 Setting the Automatic Reset Function The NT631/NT631C has a function for ignoring communications errors and automatically returning to the RUN mode when they occur. The Comm. Auto-return setting determines whether the automatic reset func- tion is effective or not. The default (factory) setting is OFF. ...
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... NT631C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT631/NT631C will return to the MAIN- TENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. Section 6-9 ...
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... Various System Settings 6-9-12 Setting the Time-out Interval The NT631/NT631C goes into the time-out error status if no response is received from the host within a fixed time. The Time-out Interval setting speci- fies the time lapse at which time-out is judged to have occurred. The setting range seconds. The default (factory) setting is 1 second. ...
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... NT631C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT631/NT631C will return to the MAIN- TENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. Section 6-9 ...
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... NT631C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT631/NT631C will return to the MAIN- TENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. Section 6-9 ...