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    Setup Manual Programmable T erminals NT31 and NT31C Cat. No. V062-E1-02 ...

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    NT31and NT31C Programmable T erminals Setup Manual Revised January 2003 ...

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    ! ! ! v Notice: OMRON products are manufactured for use according to proper procedures by a qualified operator and only for the purposes described in this manual. The following conventions are used to indicate and classify precautions in this manual. Always heed the information provided with them. Failure to heed precautions can result in injury to ...

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    T ABLE OF CONTENTS vii PRECAUTIONS xi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Intended Audience xii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 General Precautions xii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    T ABLE OF CONTENTS viii SECTION 7 T roubleshooting and Maintenance 231 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Troubleshooting 232 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Responding to Displayed Error Messages 235 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    ix About this Manual: This manual describes connecting the NT -series NT31 and NT31C Programmable T erminals to a PC (Programmable Controller) or other host and peripheral dev ices and the settings required for communica- tions and applications. It includes the sections described below . Please read this manual carefully and be sure you understand ...

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    T ABLE OF CONTENTS x Related Manuals: Related manuals are listed below . The j symbol at the end of the catalog number is the revision number . Connecting and Setting Up the Programmable T erminal S NT31 and NT31C PT Setup Manual (V062-E1- j , this manual) This manual describes connecting the Programmable T erminals to a host and peripheral devices ...

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    xi PRECAUTIONS This section provides general precautions for using the Programmable T erminal. The information contained in this section is important for t he safe and r eliable application of the Pr ogrammable T er- mina l. Y ou must read this section and understand the informati on contained before attempting to set up or operate a Programmable T ...

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    ! ! ! ! 3 Safety Precautions xii 1 Intended Audience Thi s manual is intended for the following personnel, who must also have knowl- edge of electrical systems (an electrical engineer or the equivalent). • Personnel in charge of introducing F A systems into production facilities. • Personnel in charge of designing F A systems. • Personnel in ...

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    3 Safety Precautions xiii W ARNING 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. W ARNING Switch OFF the NT31/NT31C power before replacing the backlight. Otherwise you could sustain an electric shock. CAUTION Do not touch the backlig ...

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    1 SECTION 1 General Thi s section provides fundamental information about the functions and features of the PT s, types of connection, communica- tion methods, etc. This information will enable you to understand the applications of the PT s. 1-1 Role and Operation of the NT31/NT31C 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    1-1 Section Role and Operation of the NT31/NT31C 2 1-1 Role and Operation of the NT31/NT31C Th e NT31/NT31C is a sophisticated display unit (programmable terminal) which automatically displays information and can also be used for operations when necessary . The following gives a general description of the role and operation of th e NT31/NT31C for t ...

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    1-1 Section Role and Operation of the NT31/NT31C 3 1-1-2 Operations of the NT31/NT31C Th e information to be displayed (screen data) can be created on a computer us - ing the Support T ool and stored in the NT31/NT31C. The screen data can be displayed on the NT31/NT31C in response to instructions from the host or touch switch operation. Host The sc ...

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    1-2 Section Functions of the NT31/NT31C 4 1-2 Functions of the NT31/NT31C The NT31/NT31C has the following features. 1-2-1 Features Downsized Body • Slim body (50 mm or less in the panel*). • Th e communication cable connectors are housed in the unit so that they do not protrude from the unit. * When mounted in a panel of the recommended thickn ...

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    1-2 Section Functions of the NT31/NT31C 5 Screen data can be checked simply by operations at the NT31/NT31C system menu, without connecting up to the Support T ool. Th e data capacity of 1 MB is twice that of the NT30/NT30C, enabling storage of a larger quantity of screen data. Th e number of elements that can be registered on one screen has been c ...

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    1-2 Section Functions of the NT31/NT31C 6 1-2-3 Additional Functions of the V2 V ersions The V2 versions of NT31/NT31C are supplemented and enhanced by the fol- lowing functions. The V2 versions are compatible with the high-speed 1:N NT Link as well as the earlier standard 1:N NT Link. Operands (values referenced by formula) can be registered to al ...

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    1-2 Section Functions of the NT31/NT31C 7 1-2-4 Comparison between NT30/NT30C and NT31/NT31C Item NT30/NT30C NT31/NT31C Support T ool used NT - ZJCA T1 - EV4 or NT - ZA3A T -EV2 NT -ZJCA T1 - EV4 DIP switches On rear of unit None (software settings) Use of B7A unit Possible Not possible Use of memory unit Not possible Possible RS - 232C interface C ...

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    1-2 Section Functions of the NT31/NT31C 8 Item NT31/NT31C NT30/NT30C Recipe function None Possible Accessible CS1 PC data areas --- The data areas listed below can be accessed in addition to the data areas accessible with the NT30/NT30C. *5 - EM banks (EM_0 to EM_C) - T imer completion flags (TU) - Counter completion flags (CU) - Work areas (WR) - ...

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    1-2 Section Functions of the NT31/NT31C 9 1-2-5 Principal Functions of NT31/NT31C The following are the principal functions of the NT31/NT31C. Functions relating to data display Character display Characters of various sizes can be displayed. Char acters can be flashed and displayed in reverse video. High grade fonts are available for the characters ...

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    Section 10 Functions relating to the system System menu System settings and maintenance can be performed by selecting from system menus displayed on the screen. Creation of screen data Screen data created using the Support T ool at a personal computer can be transferred and stored in the built-in screen data mem ory . Resume function The status and ...

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    Section 11 1-2-6 Displays Th e NT31/NT31C can display various kinds of elements such as characters, nu- mer ic values, graphs, lamps, and touch switches, on a screen. The screen data displayed by the NT31/NT31C are created by using the Support T ool at a per- sonal computer . Lamps Characters (character string display) T ouch switches Characters (f ...

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    Section 12 Library data are combinations of fixed display graphics registered as a single graphic. They are registered in advance and as many as required can be dis- played at any position on the screen. Since it is generated by combining graphics, library data has a small data size. Mark Image data Library data These are graphics whose display sta ...

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    Section 13 T ouch sw itches can be made to light or flash in accordance with the status of a host bit in the same way as lamps. The following 8 types of display graphic can be used for touch switches: Stan- dard , shadow , 3-dimension, no display frame, rectangle, circle, polygon, sector When rectangle, circle, polygon, or sector is selected as the ...

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    Section 14 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 notified to the host. Thumbwheel switch inputs can be enabled and disabled from the host when an interlock bit has been allocated. These ar e gr aph ...

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    Section 15 The alarm list/history function displays messages in list form, or graphics (image/library data), in accordance with changes in bit memory table statuses. For the alarm list, a series of bit memory tables are monitored, and messages (contents of character string memory tables) set for bit memory tables that come ON are displayed. For the ...

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    1-3 Section System Configuration 16 1-3 System Configuration Th is section shows the configuration of a system that uses an NT31/NT31C. For details on product models, refer to Appendix J Model List (page 277). 1-3-1 Peripheral Devices That Can Be Connected The following peripheral devices can be connected to an NT31/NT31C. Host Controls the NT31/NT ...

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    1-4 Section Communications with the Host 17 Reference: The following optional devices are available. All of them can be used either with NT31 or NT31C. Replacement backlight NT31C-CFL01 Reflection-suppressing protective sheet NT30-KBA04 Chemical-resistant cover NT30-KBA01 Replacement battery 3G2A9-BA T08 1-3-2 Connecting to the Host The NT31/NT31C ...

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    1-4 Section Communications with the Host 18 The NT31/NT31C can directly write to and read from such allocated bits and wo rd s to change the display status of the elements on the PT screen, control the PT operating status, and notify statuses to the host. Th is function, which directly reads and writes the statuses of words and bits with- out using ...

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    1-4 Section Communications with the Host 19 PCs that can be connected with the 1:N connection NT Link method are as fol- lows: CQM1H, C200HX/HG/HE (-Z)E, CS1G/CS1H-E(V1). The NT31/NT31C also supports OMRON’s high-speed 1:N NT Link that pro- vi de s faster 1:N communications. The only PCs that support the high-speed 1:N NT Link are the -EV1 and hi ...

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    1-5 Section Communications Using Memory Links 20 1-4-4 Connecting to other Companies’ PCs Installing a system program for multi-venders by using a specific system in stall er enables the NT31/ NT31C to be connected to the PCs of other models in direct connection. This system installer is supplied with the Support T ool (NT - ZJCA T1-EV4). The NT3 ...

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    1-5 Section Communications Using Memory Links 21 Screen switching strobe Numerals input strobe Character-string input strobe • The usable area for allocation is the PT memory only . 1-5-2 Comparison between Direct Connection and Memory Link Th e major dif fe rences between the direct connection and the memory link are as follows: • In the memor ...

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    1-6 Section Before Operating 22 1-6 Before Operating Follow the procedure given below to start the system of the NT31/NT31C. • For the host link, refer to pages 54 and 101, and the manuals for the host link unit and peripheral tools. • Fo r the NT link (1:1), refer to pages 67 and 1 1 1. • For the NT link (1:N), re- fer to pages 72 and 1 13. ...

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    1-6 Section Before Operating 23 Device or Software Manual Number Manual Title PC SYSMAC CPM1 Operation Manual W262-E1-  SYSMAC CPM1A Operation Manual W317-E1-  SYSMAC CPM2A Operation Manual W352-E1-  SYSMAC CPM2C Operation Manual W356-E1-  SYSMAC C200H Operation Manual (for CPU01/03/1 1) (programming) W130-E1-  SYSMAC C200H Operation ...

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    25 SECTION 2 Pr eparing for Connection This section describes the connection methods that are possible with the PT s, and the functions of the parts of PT s, as the required knowledge before connecting to the host and to the peripheral devices. 2-1 Method for Connection to the Host 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    2-1 Section Method for Connection to the Host 26 2-1 Method for Connection to the Host This section describes the methods for connection to the host used with the NT31/NT31C, and the relationship between the connection method and the communication method. NT31/NT31C Communication Ports and Communication Methods The NT31/NT31C has two communication ...

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    2-1 Section Method for Connection to the Host 27 Combinations of Communication Method and Connection Method The connection methods that can be used depending on the communication method used and the communication type for communication between the NT31/NT31C and the host are indicated in the table below . Communica- Communica- Usable Communication ...

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    2-1 Section Method for Connection to the Host 28 Communica- Communica- Usable Communication Method Communica tion T ype at PT Communica tion T ype at Host Usable Connection Method Host link NT Link (1:1) NT Link (1:N) Memory link Details 1:1 connection via a convertor unit PT Convertor unit (NT -AL001) Host RS-485 (max. 500 m) RS-232C (max. 2 m) ? ...

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    2-2 Section Names and Functions of Parts 29 2-2 Names and Functions of Parts Before starting operation, the names and functions of the parts of the NT31/NT31C are described here as a confirmation. A method of hardware set- tings is also described. Front View POWER RUN POWER LED Lit in green when the power is supplied. RUN LED • Lit in green while ...

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    2-2 Section Names and Functions of Parts 30 Rear V iew 24V DC PRINTER PORT B PORT A Battery cover The battery is secured underneath this cover . Reset switch (inside the cover) Used to initializes all the statuses of the NT31/NT31C. However , registered data such as screen data, and memory switch settings, retain their statuses before initializatio ...

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    31 SECTION 3 Hardware Settings and Connections This section describes the settings of the PT s and methods for connection to peripheral devices. Fo r details on connecting to the host, refer Section 4 Connecting to the Host from the RS-232C Port or Section 5 Connecting to the Host fr om the RS-422A/485 Port . 3-1 Installation 32 . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    3-1 Section Installation 32 Note On unpacking the NT31/NT31C and peripheral devices, check their external ap- pearance and confirm that there is no damage. Also confirm that there i s n o a b- normal noise on shaking the unit lightly . 3-1 Installation Install the NT31/NT31C in the operation panel and connect the power to the NT31/NT31C as describe ...

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    3-1 Section Installation 33 Note 1. D ur ing work at the panel, take care to ensure that no metal scraps enter the unit. 2. The thickness of applicable operation panel is 1.6 mm to 4.8 mm. All fittings must be tightened uniformly to a torque of 0.5 to 0.6 N ⋅ m in order to ensure water- and dust-resistance. Front sheet of NT31/NT31C may be warped ...

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    3-1 Section Installation 34 3-1-4 Grounding The NT31/NT31C has a functional ground terminal ( ). Carry out wiring under the following conditions. 1, 2, 3... 1. In cases where the distance between the NT31/NT31C is small and it is as- sumed that there is no potential difference between grounds, ground as shown in Fig. (a) below . 2. In cases where t ...

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    3-2 Section Connecting to the Support T ool 35 3-2 Connecting to the Support T ool In order to install the system program in the NT31/NT31C, or to transmit screen data created with the Support T ool to the NT31/NT31C, the NT31/NT31C must be connected to a personal computer with an RS-232C cable. Th e NT31/NT31C connects the RS-232C cable from a per ...

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    3-3 Section Connecting a Printer 36 3-3 Connecting a Printer Connecting a printer to the NT31/NT31C enables printing of hard copies of the cu rr ent ly displayed screen (printi ng of screen images), and, by system menu op- erations, printing of the screen display history and alarm history . The following types of data can be printed, depending on t ...

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    3-4 Section Connecting a Bar Code Reader 37 3-4 Connecting a Bar Code Reader Connecting a b ar code reader to t he NT31/NT31C enables bar code data to read as character strings into character string input fields, and set in character string memory tables. In order to use a bar code reader , the Comm. A Method memory switch must be set to Bar-Code R ...

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    3-4 Section Connecting a Bar Code Reader 38 Make the settings shown in the table below at the bar code reader . Make sure that the communications speed, parity , stop bit, and data bit settings match the communication settings made at the NT31/NT31C. For details on the setting method, refer to the instruction manual for the bar code reader used. It ...

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    3-5 Section Using a Memory Unit (-Vj V ersions) 39 3-5 Using a Memory Unit (-V  V ersions) This section discusses the use of a memory unit with a V1 or V2 version of an NT31/NT31C PT (NT31-ST121  -EV  or NT31C-ST141  -EV  ). Reference: Depending o n the PT model and the system program which is installed, the func- tion and using meth ...

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    3-5 Section Using a Memory Unit (-Vj V ersions) 40 Reference:  When a memory unit is mounted, the NT31/NT31C cannot be set to the oper- ating status. On completion of data transmission with a memory unit, always disconnect the memory unit from the NT31/NT31C before starting NT31/NT31C operation.  Memory units (NT -MF261) can be used in common ...

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    3-5 Section Using a Memory Unit (-Vj V ersions) 41 The functions of the DIP switches on the memory unit are indicated in the table below . • SW1 Switch Function SW1 1 Automatic transmission ( writin g from the memor y OFF : Not executed SW1-1 Automatic transmission (writing from the memory unit to the PT) ON : Executed SW1 2 Automatic transmissio ...

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    3-5 Section Using a Memory Unit (-Vj V ersions) 42 In this mode, system program or the screen data in the NT31/NT31C is forcibly written to the memory unit irrespective of the setting status of the NT31/NT31C. This mode is convenient if the touch panel is broken and touch switch operation is not possible, or if someone unfamiliar with touch switch ...

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    3-5 Section Using a Memory Unit (-Vj V ersions) 43 In this mode, the system program or screen data in the memory unit is forcibly written to NT31/NT31C irrespective of the setting status of the NT31/NT31C. Sinc e data transmission by this method is faster than when the Support T ool or system installer is used, it can save a lot of time. When trans ...

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    3-5 Section Using a Memory Unit (-Vj V ersions) 44 In this method, the direction of transmission and area of the memory unit used are set by touch switch operations at the NT31/NT31C. T ransmission can be executed while checking the settings. Reference: When data is written to the NT31/NT31C or memory unit, the data that has been stored up until th ...

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    3-5 Section Using a Memory Unit (-Vj V ersions) 45 (The second line may not be displayed in the kind of system program.) Current PT Screen Data, Screen The comment for the screen data in the NT31/NT31C is displayed here. Current Memory Unit Screen Data • In the case of system program: The first line: Compatible PT type for the system program insi ...

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    3-5 Section Using a Memory Unit (-Vj V ersions) 46 • The continuous buzzer sounds. • The RUN LED flashes. If a protect setting error occurs when executing manual transmission, it is 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 re- ...

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    3-6 Section Using a Memory Unit (V ersions without the -Vj Suffix) 47 3-6 Using a Memory Unit (V ersions without the -V  Suffix) This section discusses the use of a memory unit with the basic versions of the NT31/NT31C PT s (NT31-ST121  -E or NT31C-ST141  -E). Reference: In this case, the function and use of the memory unit are the same as ...

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    3-6 Section Using a Memory Unit (V ersions without the -Vj Suffix) 48 3-6-1 Installation Method Ins tall the memory unit (NT -MF261) at the expansion interface connector at the re ar of the NT31/NT31C as shown in the figure below . (The expansion interface connector is located underneath the note label.) Mounting screws 3-6-2 Method of Use As shown ...

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    3-6 Section Using a Memory Unit (V ersions without the -Vj Suffix) 49 * The memory unit stores screen data for one PT in each area (bank 0, bank 1). (The total data storage is for two PT s.) SW2-3 sets which of these two banks is used for automatic transmission. Reference:  In the following cases, a mode setting error occurs. • More than one o ...

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    3-6 Section Using a Memory Unit (V ersions without the -Vj Suffix) 50 Reference: When da ta is written to the NT31/NT31C, the data that has been stored up until that point is lost. Method of Execution Use the following procedure to write the screen data in the memory unit to the NT31/NT31C by automatic transmission. 1, 2, 3... 1. Check that the NT3 ...

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    3-6 Section Using a Memory Unit (V ersions without the -Vj Suffix) 51 2. Switch the NT31/NT31C power ON. The screen shown below is displayed. (Example) Current PT Screen Data The comment for the screen data in the NT31/NT31C is displayed here. Current Memory Unit Screen Data The comments for the screen data in each area are displayed here. Pressing ...

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    3-6 Section Using a Memory Unit (V ersions without the -Vj Suffix) 52 Error Remedial Action Probable Cause Flash memory error An error occurred during initialization of the NT31/NT31C or memory unit flash memory , or during write processing. T urn the NT31/NT31C power OFF , then back ON. If the error recurs, the flash memory at the write destinatio ...

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    53 SECTION 4 Connecting to the Host fr om 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 54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1-1 Host T ypes and Settings 54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 54 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host The method for connecting between the RS-232C port of the PT and the RS-232C port of the host is as follows. The following discussion is focused on the connection method to OMRON PCs (By using the memory link method, a connection can be made to ...

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    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 55 Th e host units that can be connected to the NT31/NT31C by the host link method using the RS-232C ports of both units are indicated in the table below . PC Se- ries Units with Built-in Host Link Function CPUs Connectable with Host Link Units or Expansion Communication Board Host Link Unit/ C ...

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    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 56 When using the host link method, the settings shown below must be made at the host (depending on the unit, some of these settings may not be necessary , or settings not shown here may be necessary). Item Switch Setting I/O port RS-232C Communications speed Set the same speed as for the NT31/ ...

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    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 57 C1000H(F)/C2000H Backplane mounted type: 3G2A5-LK201-EV1 Setting the Front Switches Mode control (key switch) Set this to host link. Local Host Setting the Rear Switches ON ON SW1 SW2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 I/O port RS-422A RS-232C Synchronization Internal External T erminator OFF ON CTS 0V Externa ...

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    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 58 C1000H/C2000H Backplane mounted type: C500-LK203 Setting the Rear Switches ON ON SW1 SW2 I/O port RS-422A RS-232C Synchronization Internal External T erminator OFF ON CTS 0V External @ I/O port selection (selector switch) Set this to RS-232C. @ Synchronization (selector switch) Set this to I ...

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    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 59 C200H/C1000H/C2000H CPU mounting type: 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 Setting the Rear Switches SW1 SW2 SW3 @ Unit #, parity , and transfer code (DIP SW1-1 to SW1-5) Set SW1-1 to SW1-5 to OFF (0). * Parity is fixed at Even Parity . Transfer code is fixed at ASCII 7 data bits and 2 stop bits. @ Communicatio ...

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    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 60 *2 The 1-to-N setting enables BCC (Block Check Character). It is not actually possible to connect more than one NT31/NT31C in a single host link. Set the CPU bus unit settings directly from a Programming Device (e.g. SYS- MAC support software). Fo r details on the CPU bus unit settings, refe ...

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    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 61 Allocation DM Area Settings for CPU Sett ings are written from the Programming Device (a Programming Console or CX-Programmer) directly into the allocation DM area (system setting area) of the CPU. After the settings are written, they become effective by turning the power ON, restarting the ...

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    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 62 Setting the Front Switches RS-232C I/O port selector switch RS-422A @ I/O port selection (selector switch) Set this to RS-232C. @ System setting (DIP SW4) T o effect the existing DIP switch settings, set SW4 to ON. T o effect the existing PC Setup, set SW4 to OFF . Note For CPUs manufactured ...

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    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 63 PC Setup Area Settings When connecting to a C200HS, C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C, CQM1, or CQM1H CPU, or SRM1, set the following communication conditions for the PC Setup area. Item Setting at Host Communication mode Host link mode Communications speed Set the same speed as set at t ...

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    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 64 C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E: Serial Communications Board port B Word # Writing V alue Settings DM6550 0001 Host link mode, no CTS control Communication conditions set by the contents of DM DM6551 0303 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity , communications speed: 9600 bps 0304 Data length 7 bits ...

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    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 65 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 in order to make the PC Setup settings effective. Set the Communications switch to OFF (down position). Setting the S ...

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    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 66 CS1 series CPU type : CS1G/H-CPU  -E (-V1) Connect to the built-in RS-232C port of the CPU, or the RS-232C port of the communication board. Note that the connection to a peripheral port must be made via an RS-232C adapter (CS1W- CN1 18) specially designed for connect- ing to a peripher ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 78

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 67 Setting the Front Switches Set the CPU DIP switches to 4 or 5 in accordance with the port NT31/NT31C is connected to. DIP switches (inside the battery storage) • Set SW4 to ON (establishing communication in ac- cordance with PC Setup) when connecting the NT31/NT31C to the peripheral port. ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 79

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 68 The host units that can be connected to the NT31/NT31C by the NT link (1:1) method using the RS-232C ports of both units are indicated in the table below . PC Series CPUs with Built-in NT Link Function CPUs Connectable with Expansion Communication Board (*1) Connectable to C200HS-CPU21-E, -E ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 80

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 69 Settings at The Host The setting methods for each unit are as follows: Connecting to a C-series C200HS, C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C, CQM1, CQM1H, or SRM1 PC Setup Area Settings Write the PC Setup area (data memory) settings directly from a Programming Device (e .g . SYSMAC support ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 81

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 70 the front panel must be set as shown below in order to make the settings in the PC Setup area (data memory) effective. C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E CQM1 CQM1H RS-232C port communication condition setting Set DIP SW5 to OFF to make the settings made in PC Setup effective. Setting the Switches of a CPM2A ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 82

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 71 Connecting to CVM1/CV Series (-EV  ) Set the DIP switches on the front panel as follows. OFF ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 ON I/O port selection (selector switch) Set this to RS-232C. Set SW3 to use NT link (ON, right side). DIP switch setting (SW3) When usi ng the CVM1/CV series, CPU execution processi ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 83

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 72 Using the NT Link (1:N) Method Compatible Host Units Th e OMRON PCs that can be connected using the NT link (1:N) method are the CS1-series CS1G/H and the C-series C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, CQM1H, and SRM1 on ly . W it h th e CS1-series PCs, it is possible to connect a 1:N NT Link us- ing a CS1W-SC ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 84

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 73 Device (e .g . SYSMAC support software) in accordance with the host model and port. Connection to Word # Writing V alue Setting C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, SRM1 Built-in RS-232C port DM6645 C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E Communication Board port A *1 CQM1H port 1 *2 DM6555 5  00 Use NT link (1:N)  = highest ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 85

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 74 *1 Set any value between 0000 and 0009 Hex for the communications baud rate. The same baud rate will be used regardless of the value as long as it is between 0000 and 0009 Hex. When connecting PT with its model number 0, 2-5 to the built-in RS-232C port, for example, set the value 8200 Hex t ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 86

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 75 When connecting PT s with model numbers 3 to 6 to port 1, for example, set the value 8200 Hex to DM32000, 0000 Hex to DM32001, and 0006 Hex to DM32006. Connecting to CS1 Series Serial Communication Unit A CS1 series backplane mounted type : CS1W-SCU21 Setting the Front Switches Set the unit ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 87

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 76 Settings at the Host The Settings required for each Unit are described below . • Connecting CS1-series CPU Units CS1 series CPU type : CS1G/H-CPU  -EV1 PC Setup When connecting to a CS1 series CPU, set the following communication condi- tions for the PC Setup area, in accordance with ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 88

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 77 Setting the Front Switches Set the CPU DIP switch to 4 or 5 in accordance with the port NT31/NT31C is connected to. Peripheral port This is used mainly for connection to the Programming Device. (This also supports connection of RS-232C devices.) RS-232 port This is used mainly for connection ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 89

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 78 Setting the Front Switches Set the unit number of the serial communication unit by using the rotary switch located on the front panel. Set each switch with a flat blade screwdriver so that the values or symbols in the setting value window agree with the following. Set the unit number to 0 th ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 90

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 79 4-1-2 Connecting Directly between RS-232C Ports Th e method for connection between the RS-232C ports of the NT31/NT31C and the host is described here. Serial port A (RS-232C, 9-pin type) Serial port B (RS-232C, 25-pin type) Host link unit/CPU NT31/NT31C SYSMAC C-series PC, CVM1/CV -series PC ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 91

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 80 OMRON Cables with Connectors When a connection is made at serial port A in other than the memory link meth- od, OMRON cables with connectors shown below are available. Model Cable Length Connector Specification XW2Z-200S 2 m 9 pin ⇔ 25 pin XW2Z-500S 5 m 9-pin ⇔ 25 pin XW2Z-200T 2 m 9 pin ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 92

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 81 Serial Port A 1 6 5 9 * NT31/NT31C 11 4 13 25 FG +5V CS RS RD SD 5G 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 – – – – FG 5G CS RS RD SD ER – – – – – PC (host link unit) (25-pin type) (9-pin type) RS-232C interface RS-232C interface Abbreviation Pin number Abbreviation Pin number Co ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 93

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 82 CS1G-CPU44-E(V1) CS1G-CPU45-E(V1) CS1H-CPU63-E(V1) CS1H-CPU64-E(V1) CS1H-CPU65-E(V1) CS1H-CPU66-E(V1) CS1H-CUP67-E(V1) C200HS-CPU21-E, -EC C200HS-CPU23-E C200HS-CPU31-E C200HS-CPU33-E C200HE-CPU32-(Z)E C200HE-CPU42-(Z)E C200HG-CPU33-(Z)E C200HG-CPU43-(Z)E C200HG-CPU53-(Z)E C200HG-CPU63-(Z)E ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 94

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 83 Serial Port B 1 6 5 9 11 4 13 25 * NT31/NT31C PC (Host link unit) FG CS RS RD SD TRM – – SG – – SDA (–) RDA (–) – RDB (+) SDB (+) – – – RSB (+) RSA (–) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 – 23 24 25 – 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 (9-pin type) Abbreviation FG CS RS RD SD – ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 95

    4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 84 Serial Port B Prepare the adapter cable while referring to the following diagram. 11 4 13 25 NT31/NT31C FG CS RS RD SD TRM – – SG – – SDA (–) RDA (–) – RDB (+) SDB (+) – – – RSB (+) RSA (–) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 – 23 24 25 – (25-pin type) RS-232C /4 ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 96

    85 SECTION 5 Connecting to the Host fr om 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 86 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1-1 The T ype of Host and Settings 87 . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 97

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 86 5-1 Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port The methods for connecting the RS-422A/485 port of the NT31/NT31C and the RS-232C port of the host are described here. There are the following methods. The following discussion is focused on the connection method to OMRON PCs (By using the memory li ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 98

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 87 Note On e end of the wire must always be connected to the host (PC), and there must be no branching. Branching will cause problems such as transmission delays and communication failures. NT31 NT31C PC PC NT31 PC NT31C NT31C NT31 NT31 NT31 NT31 NT31 (At termination) Relay terminal block Relay t ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 99

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 88 When m aking a connection between RS-232C and RS-422A/485 ports using an RS-232C/RS-422A convertor unit, set the DIP switches on the NT -AL001 as fol- lows. 12345 6 ON om on R NT-AL001 Built-in terminal resistor setting (DIP SW1-2) If at the end of the RS-422A/485 cable, set this switch to ON ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 100

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 89 Connecting an NT31/NT31C and NT -AL001 (RS-422A) RS-422A NT31/NT31C Host NT -AL001 NT31/NT31C side 1 14 13 25 7 5 3 1 NT -AL001 side Shielding wire (25-pin type) Abbreviation FG − SD RD RS CS − SG − TRM RDB (+) SDB (+) − − − SDA ( − ) RDA ( − ) − − RSB (+) RSA ( − ) − P ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 101

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 90 Connecting an NT -AL001 and Host RS-232C NT31/NT31C Host NT -AL001 Wiring When Connecting a Host Link Unit (25-pin) Applicable units: C200H-LK201-V1 3G2A5-LK201-EV1 C500-LK203 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 CV500-LK201 (communication port 1) Cables with connectors that can be used: XW2Z-200S (9-pin ⇔ 25-pi ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 102

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 91 CS1H-CPU63-E(V1) CS1H-CPU64-E(V1) CS1H-CPU65-E(V1) CS1H-CPU66-E(V1) CS1H-CPU67-E(V1) C200HS-CPU21-E C200HS-CPU23-E C200HS-CPU31-E C200HS-CPU33-E C200HE-CPU32-E C200HE-CPU42-E C200HG-CPU33-E C200HG-CPU43-E C200HG-CPU53-E C200HG-CPU63-E C200HX-CPU34-E C200HX-CPU44-E C200HX-CPU54-E C200HX-CPU64-E ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 103

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 92 If there is +5 V output at the PC side, no external power supply is required for the NT -AL001. Wiring for a Memory Link Connection Prepare the adapter cable while referring to the diagram shown below . (9-pin type) Shielding wire No +5 V output is at the host side A +5 V output is present at ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 104

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 93 The relay terminal board is not included in the figure below . Insert a relay termi- nal board so as to achieve the wiring configuration indicated below . RS-422A NT31/NT31C Host NT -AL001 1 14 13 25 7 5 3 1 8 6 4 2 NT31/NT31C side Next PT NT -AL001 side Shielding wire (25-pin type) Abbreviati ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 105

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 94 The relay terminal board is not included in the figure below . Insert a relay termi- nal board so as to achieve the wiring configuration indicated below . RS-485 NT31/NT31C Host NT -AL001 1 14 13 25 7 5 3 1 8 6 4 2 NT31/NT31C side Next PT NT -AL001 side Shielding wire (25-pin type) Abbreviatio ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 106

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 95 The relay terminal board is not included in the figure below . Insert a relay termi- nal board so as to achieve the wiring configuration indicated below .  RS-422A NT31/NT31C Host NT -AL001  1 14 13 25 1 14 13 25 NT31/NT31C side Shielding wire (25-pin type) Abbreviation FG − SD RD RS C ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 107

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 96 The relay terminal board is not included in the figure below . Insert a relay termi- nal board so as to achieve the wiring configuration indicated below .  RS-485 NT31/NT31C Host 1 14 13 25 1 14 13 25  NT31/NT31C side Shielding wire (25-pin type) Abbreviation FG − SD RD RS CS − SG ? ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 108

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 97 CS1H-CPU67-E(V1) CQM1H-CPU51 CQM1H-CPU61 C200HE-CPU32-(Z)E C200HE-CPU42-(Z)E C200HG-CPU33-(Z)E C200HG-CPU43-(Z)E C200HG-CPU53-(Z)E C200HG-CPU63-(Z)E C200HX-CPU34-(Z)E C200HX-CPU44-(Z)E C200HX-CPU54-(Z)E C200HX-CPU64-(Z)E C200HX-CPU65-ZE C200HX-CPU85-ZE Usable Cables with Attached Connectors: ? ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 109

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 98 Name Delivered with Remarks Model XM2S-091 1 9-pin type Made by OMRON C-series CQM1, C200HS, C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E CVM1/CV -series CPUs CV500-LK201 XM2S-0913 Made by OMRON 9-pin --- Connector hood XM2S-091 1-E Made by OMRON 9-pin CS1 series CS1G/CS1H hood XM2S-251 1 25-pin type Made by OMRON C500- ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 110

    5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-232C Port 99 Name Model Maker Remarks XM2A-2501 25-pin type Made by OMRON Delivered with the following units: C500-LK203 Connector DB-25P F-N 25-pin type Made by JAE Delivered with the following units: 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 3G2A5-LK201-EV1 Connector XM2S-251 1 25-pin type Made by OMRON Delivered with the followi ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 111

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 100 In order to set the terminal resistance, wiring work is required at the cable’s con- nector: carry out the wiring correctly by referring to APPENDIX E Making the Cable, page 267. Abbreviation FG - - TRM RDB (+) SDB (+) - - - Pin number Connector hood - 9 10 11 12 - 25 T erminal resistor ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 112

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 101 This connection method can be used only with the NT link (1:N) method (standard or high-speed) of type RS-485. PT Host RS-485 cable (max. 500 m) • Method in which the RS-422A ports of multiple NT31/NT31Cs and the RS-422A port of the host are connected in a 1:N connection (page 122). Th ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 113

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 102 func tion built in. With the CS1-series and CQM1H, the host link method can be used by installing a serial communication board. In addition, some C200HX/HG/ HE(-Z)E devices have an integral CPU that can be connected in the host link method by installing a communication board. With the CPM ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 114

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 103 Settings at the Host When usi ng the RS-422A type host link method, the settings shown below must be made at the host (depending on the unit, some of these settings may not be necessary , or settings not shown here may be necessary). Item Setting at Host I/O port RS-422A Communications sp ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 115

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 104 C1000H/C2000H rack-mounting type: 3G2A5-LK201-EV1 Setting the Front Switches @ Mode selector (key switch) Set this to Host link. Local Host Mode selector Setting the Rear Switches I/O port RS-422A RS-232C Synchronization Internal External OFF ON CTS 0V External @ I/O port selection (selec ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 116

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 105 C1000H/C2000H rack-mounting type: C500-LK203 Setting the Rear Switches I/O port RS-422A RS-232C Synchronization Internal External T erminator OFF ON CTS 0V External @ I/O port selection (selector switch) Set this to RS-422A. @ Synchronization (selector switch) Set this to Internal. @ Comm ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 117

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 106 Connecting to a CVM1/CV Series Host Link Unit CVM1/CV series rack-mounting type: CV500-LK201 A CVM1/CV series host link unit (CV500-LK201) has two connectors (commu- nic ati on ports 1 and 2). T o use the RS-422A type host link method, set commu- nication port 2 to RS-422A. Communication ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 118

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 107 Setting the Front Switches Communications port 1 (RS-232C) Communications port 2 (RS-232C/RS-422A) I/O port selector switch RS-422A @ Unit # (SW3, SW4) Set these switches to 0. @ Communication condition setting (DIP SW1) Set this switch to OFF . Communication is executed in accordance wit ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 119

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 108 Setting the Front Switches I/O port selector switch RS-422A @ Host link communication method selection (selector switch) Set this to RS-422A. @ Host link default value settings (DIP SW4) T o effect the existing DIP switch settings, set SW4 to ON. T o effect the values set in the PC Setup, ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 120

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 109 CQM1H CPUs or SRM1, set the following communication conditions for the PC Setup area. Item Setting at Host I/O port RS-422A Communication mode Host link mode Communications speed Set the same speed as for the NT31/NT31C. (*1) Stop bit 2 stop bits Parity Even Data length ASCII 7 bits Unit ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 121

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 11 0 Connecting to a CPM2C The CPM2C PCs do not have the same kind of port connectors found on CS1-series PCs. The CPM2C’s communication port handles both RS-232C and peripheral port connections which are divided internally . Therefore, when using the CPM2C, it is necessary to select RS-232 ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 122

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 111 Allocation DM area (CH) Writin g V alue Settin g s Port 2 Writing V alue Settings DM32010 8000 Host link mode, 2 stop bits, data length 7 bits, even parity , DM3201 1 0000 Communication speed 9600 bps. 0007 Communication speed 19200 bps. DM32012 0000 T ransmit delay time 0 ms. DM32016 000 ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 123

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 11 2 • Connecting to a CVM1/CV -series (-EV  ) CPUs • CV500-CPU01-EV1/CV1000-CPU01-EV1/CV2000-CPU01-EV1 • CVM1-CPU01-EV2/CVM1-CPU1 1-EV2/CVM1-CPU21-EV2 PC Setup When connecting to the CVM1/CV series CPU by the NT link (1:1) method, no particular settings are required at the PC Setup. ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 124

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 11 3 T erminator (TERM): Set to ON for termination ON. Serial Communications Board (Inner Board slot 1) T erminator Switch (TERM) Set to ON (right side). Wire Selection Switch (WIRE) Set to 4 (right side). Using the NT Link (1:N) Method Compatible Host Units The OMRON PCs that can be connecte ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 125

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 11 4 Connection to W ord # Writing V alue Setting Port A of a C200HX/ HG/HE(-Z)E *1 DM6555 5  00 Use NT link (1:N)  = highest unit number of the () *3 Port 2 of a CQM1H *2 DM6550 5  00  ge s t u t u b e ote connected PT s (1 to 7) *3 *1 The Communications Board’s RS-422A/485 por ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 126

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 11 5 Setting the Front Switches Port 1 RS-232C Port 2 RS-422A/485 T erminal resistance setting switch (TER) Set to ON (T erminal resistance is present.) (right side) T wo wire type/four wire type changeover switch (WIRE) For RS-422A : 4 (4 wire type) (right side) For RS-485 : 2 (2 wire type) ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 127

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 11 6 PCs supporting direct connection to the CPU Unit PCs supporting connection through a Serial Communication Board --- CS1G-CPU42/43/44/45-E(V1) (*1) CS1H-CPU63/64/65/66/67-E(V1) (*1) *1 A CS1W-SCB41 Serial Communication Board is required. Settings at the Host Connecting to a CS1 Series Ser ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 128

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 11 7 When connecting to the host with the memory link method, it is necessary to create a program for the memory link at the host side. The following are the communication conditions that can be used with the memory link method. For the host (a per sonal computer , an F A computer , etc.), it ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 129

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 11 8 C500-LK203 3G2A6-LK202-EV1 1 14 13 25 NT31/NT31C side Shielding wire (25-pin type) Abbreviation FG − SD RD RS CS − SG − TRM RDB (+) SDB (+) − − − SDA ( − ) RDA ( − ) − − RSB (+) RSA ( − ) − Pin number Connector hood 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 − 23 24 ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 130

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 11 9 Wiring When Connecting a CS1-series CS1G/H Serial Communications Board, C series C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E Communication Board, CQM1H Seri- al Communications Board, or CVM1/CV -series Host Link Unit Applicable units: CS1G-CPU42-E(V1) CS1G-CPU43-E(V1) CS1G-CPU44-E(V1) CS1G-CPU45-E(V1) CS1H-CPU63- ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 131

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 120 CVM1/CV -series CPUs whose model names do not have the suffix -EV  can- not be connected by any connection method. 1 14 13 25 NT31/NT31C side Shielding wire (25-pin type) Abbreviation FG − SD RD RS CS − SG − TRM RDB (+) SDB (+) − − − SDA ( − ) RDA ( − ) − − RSB (+) ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 132

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 121 5-2-3 Direct Connection between RS-485 Ports at Both Units Th e connection method in which the RS-485 ports of an NT31/NT31C and a host are connected is described here. NT31/NT31C CS1G/H C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E CQM1H CPU 25-pin connector 9-pin connector Serial port B (RS-485, 25-pin type) RS-48 ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 133

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 122 C200HX-CPU65-ZE C200HX-CPU85-ZE CQM1H-CPU51 CQM1H-CPU61 1 14 13 25 NT31/NT31C side Shielding wire (25-pin type) Abbreviation FG − SD RD RS CS − SG − TRM RDB (+) SDB (+) − − − SDA ( − ) RDA ( − ) − − RSB (+) RSA ( − ) − Pin number Connector hood 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 134

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 123 Reference:  Communication using the RS-422A type standard NT link (1:N) method is possible o n ly when a CS1W-S CB 41 Serial Communications Board is installed in a CS1 series CS1G/H, a Communications Board is installed in a C200HX/ HG/HE(-Z)E, or a CQM1H-SCB41 Serial Communications Boa ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 135

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 124 Wiring When Connecting a CS1-series CS1G/H Serial Communication Board, C Series C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E Communication Board, or CQM1H Serial Communications Board Applicable units: CS1G-CPU42-E(V1) CS1G-CPU43-E(V1) CS1G-CPU44-E(V1) CS1G-CPU45-E(V1) CS1H-CPU63-E(V1) CS1H-CPU64-E(V1) CS1H-CPU65-E( ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 136

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 125 5-2-5 1:N Connection among RS-485 Ports The connection method in which the RS-485 ports of multiple NT31/NT31Cs and one host are connected in a 1:N connection is described here. NT31/NT31C 25-pin connector 9-pin connector Serial port B (RS-485, 25-pin type) CPU RS-485 cables (max. total l ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 137

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 126 Connecting between NT31/NT31C Units  Next PT Shielding wire  RS-485 Host NT31/NT31C side (25-pin type) Abbreviation FG − SD RD RS CS − SG − TRM RDB (+) SDB (+) − − − SDA ( − ) RDA ( − ) − − RSB (+) RSA ( − ) − Pin number Connector hood 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 138

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 127 CS1H-CPU65-E(V1) CS1H-CPU66-E(V1) CS1H-CPU67-E(V1) C200HE-CPU32-(Z)E C200HE-CPU42-(Z)E C200HG-CPU33-(Z)E C200HG-CPU43-(Z)E C200HG-CPU53-(Z)E C200HG-CPU63-(Z)E C200HX-CPU34-(Z)E C200HX-CPU44-(Z)E C200HX-CPU54-(Z)E C200HX-CPU64-(Z)E C200HX-CPU65-ZE C200HX-CPU85-ZE CQM1H-CPU51 CQM1H-CPU61 1 ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 139

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 128 Name Remarks Maker Model Connector XM2S-251 1 25-pin type Made by OMRON Delivered with the following units: C500-LK203 Connector hood DB-C2-J9 25-pin type Made by JAE Delivered with the following units: 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 3G2A5-LK201-EV1 Cable TKVVBS4P-03 T achii Electric Wire Co., Ltd. Crim ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 140

    5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’ s RS-422A/485 Port 129 Pin Nos. 9 and 10 Function Shorted T erminal resistance is applied. Short only at the NT31/NT31C connected to the end of an RS-422A/485 cable. Open T erminal resistance is not applied. Leave the terminals open when connecting an NT31/NT31C anywhere other than at the end of the RS-422A/485 ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 141

    131 SECTION 6 System Menu Operation Thi s section describes the operation of the System Menu, focusing on the procedure to start the PT . Functions that are conve- nient when using the PT and those that are useful for system maintenance are also explained here. 6-1 System Menu Operation Flow 133 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    Section 132 6-1 1 System Maintenance 191 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 1-1 I/O Settings 191 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 1-2 Displaying/Setting the Calendar and Clock 195 . . . . . . . ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 143

    6-1 Section System Menu Operation Flow 133 6-1 System Menu Operation Flow Follow the procedure below when using the NT31/NT31C for the first time or changing the system program. Cre ate the data to be displayed on the NT31/NT31C by using the Support T ool. For details on creating screen data, refer to the NT -series Support T ool V er . 4.1 for Win ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 144

    6-2 Section Starting the NT31/NT31C 134 6-2 Starting the NT31/NT31C After checking that the hardware has been connected correctly , switch on the power to the NT31/NT31C to start it up. This section describes the operation of the NT31/NT31C when it is started up. 6-2-1 Operation at Startup Th e NT31/NT31C operates as follows when the power is switc ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 145

    6-3 Section Operation Modes and the System Menu 135 6-3 Operation Modes and the System Menu The NT31/NT31C operates in four modes: the RUN, T ransmit, Maintenance, and Expansion modes. These modes are selected from the System Menu. In addition, the NT31/NT31C also features the System Installer mode which is used specifically for installing the syst ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 146

    6-3 Section Operation Modes and the System Menu 136 The items displayed in the system menu and their functions are as follows. Menu Item Function Quit Clear the System Menu screen and return to the RUN mode screen. T ransmit Mode Display the T ransmit Mode screen to allow transmission for screen data between the Support T ool and the NT31/NT31C. Fo ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 147

    6-3 Section Operation Modes and the System Menu 137 6-3-2 Menu T ree The System Menu allows the various functions of the NT31/NT31C to be executed b y using touch switches displayed on the touch panel. The menu tree, starting from the System Menu, is shown below . For details on System Menu operations, refer to 6-3-3 Operations with the Sys- tem Me ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 148

    6-3 Section Operation Modes and the System Menu 138 6-3-3 Operations with the System Menu This section describes how to use the menus, including how to call the System Menu, how to call the System Installer mode, and how to select menu items. The System Menu can be displayed by either of the following two methods. • T ouching the corners of the t ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 149

    6-3 Section Operation Modes and the System Menu 139 NT31/NT31C, while pressing the touch switch at the top left corner of the touch panel (size: 7.2 mm 7.2 mm). POWER RUN Switch the power to the NT31/NT31C ON while pressing this touch switch. Th e menu items in the System Menu are displayed on the NT31/NT31C screen as touch switches. Menu items can ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 150

    6-4 Section Memory Initialization 140 6-4 Memory Initialization The NT31/NT31C has the following initialization functions. Use them as neces- sary . • Clearing screen data Page 140 • Initializing memory tables Page 147 • Initializing memory switches Page 149 • Initializing display history record data Page 142 • Initializing alarm history ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 151

    6-4 Section Memory Initialization 141 Clear the screen data by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Init.. Select Screen Data. Select Y es. The screen data is cleared. During clear- ance, the message Erasing Now ... is dis- played. V er 3.10 If No is selected, the NT31/NT31C returns ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 152

    6-4 Section Memory Initialization 142 6-4-2 Initializing Display History Record Data The display history record function keeps a record of the order of display of the screens di sp l ayed during operation, and the number of times each screen is dis- played. These records are kept only for screens for which the History attribute has been set. Th e m ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 153

    6-4 Section Memory Initialization 143 Initialize the display history record data by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Init.. Select Display History . Select Y es. The display history record data is initialized. Durin g initialization, the message Initializing is displayed. V er 3. ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 154

    6-4 Section Memory Initialization 144 6-4-3 Initializing Alarm History Record Data The alarm history record function continually checks the status of host bits that have been designated in advance with a bit memory table, and records the time when any of the bits is set to 1 (comes ON), and the number of times that each bit comes ON. The maximum nu ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 155

    6-4 Section Memory Initialization 145 Initialize the alarm history record data by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Init.. Select Alarm History . Select Y es. The alarm history record data is initialized. Duri ng initialization, the message Initializing is displayed. V er 3.10 If ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 156

    6-4 Section Memory Initialization 146 Initialize the recipe tables by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Init.. Select Recipe T able. Select Y es. The recipe tables are initialized. During ini- tialization, the message Initializing is dis- played. V er 3.10 If No is selected, the N ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 157

    6-4 Section Memory Initialization 147 6-4-5 Initializing the Memory T ables It is possible to initialize the numeral memory tables and character string memory tables in the NT31/NT31C. When these tables are initialized, the values are returned to those set by the Support T ool (they are not cleared). When the memory tables are initialized, they are ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 158

    6-4 Section Memory Initialization 148 Initialize the memory tables by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Init.. Select Memory T able. Select Y es. The memory tables are initialized. During ini- tialization, the message Initializing is dis- played. V er 3.10 If No is selected, the N ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 159

    6-4 Section Memory Initialization 149 6-4-6 Initializing the Memory Switches Initialization returns all the memory switches of the NT31/NT31C to their status on shipment. Initialize th e memory switches by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Init.. Select Memory Switch. Select Y es. ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 160

    6-5 Section Operations in the System Installer Mode 150 After initialization, the memory switch statuses are as follows. Memory Switch Status Start-up W ait T ime 00 Key Press Sound ON Buzzer Sound OFF Printer Controller ESC/P Print Method T one (NT31C only) Screen Saver Movement Display erased Screen Saver Start up T ime 010 Hist. Disp. Method Fro ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 161

    6-5 Section Operations in the System Installer Mode 151 6-5-1 Setting the Display Language in the System Installer Mode The first setting made in the System Installer mode is to select whether the dis- play language is to be English or Japanese. Select English or Japanese. From here on, this manual assumes that English has been selected here. The S ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 162

    6-5 Section Operations in the System Installer Mode 152 Clearing the System Program Select Download System Program. Select Y es. The system program is cleared. During clearance, the message Erasing ... is dis- played. • If Return to Menu is selected, the NT31/NT31C returns to the System Installer mode menu without clearing the system program. • ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 163

    6-5 Section Operations in the System Installer Mode 153 6-5-3 Changing the System Settings Th e NT31/NT31C allows the following settings to be made to prevent the screen data and memory switch settings from being changed or deleted by operating errors. Disabling/enabling System Menu Display When System Menu display is disabled by this setting, the ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 164

    6-5 Section Operations in the System Installer Mode 154 • If writing of the settings fails, a screen asking whether you wish to try again is displayed. Aft er the settings have been written, the System Installer mode menu screen is redisplayed. 6-5-4 Clearing Screen Data If the screen data has been corrupted and the NT31/NT31C cannot be started n ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 165

    6-6 Section T ransmitting the Screen Data 155 6-6 T ransmitting the Screen Data The screen data is created with the Support T ool and then transmitted to the NT31/NT31C. This section explains how to transmit the screen data. For details on how to create the screen data and the operation of the Support T oo l, refer to the Reference Manual and the N ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 166

    6-6 Section T ransmitting the Screen Data 156 3. Es t a bl i s h the T ransmit mode by following the menu operation from the Sys- tem Menu shown below at the NT31/NT31C. Select T ransmit Mode. Select T ool T ransmit. V er 3.10 4. Open the screen data to be transmitted at the Support T ool, then select Download (NTST PT) in the Support T ool’ s Co ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 167

    6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 157 • Screen data transmission is stopped by operation at the Support T ool. Note When transferring the data in units of screens, if there are changes in memory table and/or direct access, transfer such data along with the screen data. 6-7 Setting Conditions for ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 168

    6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 158 Port Communication Method/Communication T ype Settings Setting Item Function Setting Options Page Comm. A Method Set the communication method used at serial port A. Depending on the communication meth- od, further communication condition settings may be necessa ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 169

    6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 159 Serial port A Serial port B None Host Link NT Link (1:1) NT Link (1:N) Bar-code reader Memory Link None       Host Link   NT Link (1:1)   NT Link (1:N) (Standard or high-speed)   Memory Link    : Possible combination ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 170

    6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 160 6-7-2 Setting the Host Link Method Se t the communication conditions for the host link method at serial port A or seri- al port B by following the operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Switch. Dis play the fourth me ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 171

    6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 161 Pre ss the Comm. Speed touch switch to dis- play the communications speed to be set. The setting option changes each time the touch switch is pressed. In this example, serial port A is used. Press Quit. The communications speed is set. Pr ess the Set touch swit ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 172

    6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 162 6-7-3 Setting the NT Link (1:1) Method Set the communication conditions for the NT link (1:1) method at serial port A or serial port B by following the operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Switch. Display the fourt ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 173

    6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 163 6-7-4 Setting the NT Link (1:N) Method (Standard/High-speed) Se t the communication conditions for the NT link (1:N) method at serial port A or serial port B by following the operation from the System Menu shown below . The communications speed determines wheth ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 174

    6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 164 Press the Unit No. touch switch to display the unit number to be set. Press the Comm. Speed touch switch to display the commu- nications speed, standard or 1 15.2-kbps high-speed. (The Comm. Speed setting de- termines which method of 1:N NT Link is used.) The s ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 175

    6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 165 6-7-5 Setting the Memory Link Method Se t the communication conditions for the host link method at serial port A or seri- al port B by following the operation from the System Menu shown below . Check the communication settings of the host to be used. Select Mai ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 176

    6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 166 Di sp la y the data bits to be set (7 bits or 8 bits) by pressing the Data Bit Length touch switch. Display the stop bits to be set (1 bit or 2 bits) by pressing the Stop Bit Length touch switch. Dis pl ay the parity to be set (None, even, odd) by pressing the ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 177

    6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 167 6-7-6 Setting the Communication T ype for Serial Port B Se t the communication type (RS-232C or RS-422A) for serial port B by following the operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Switch. Display the fourth memory swi ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 178

    6-9 Section System Settings 168 6-8 Starting Operation After completing screen data transmission and setting the communication conditions, connect the NT31/NT31C to the host and start operation. Note Check the operation of all screen data and host programs carefully before using them. If incorrect, the system may operate unpredictably . Press the Q ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 179

    6-9 Section System Settings 169 The four memory switch setting screens are shown below . [ ] (next screen) [ ] (next screen) [ ] (previous screen) [ ] (previous screen) [ ] (next screen) [ ] (previous screen) [ ] (next screen) [ ] (previous screen) Memory Switch Settings A list of the memory switch settings is presented below . • Start-up W ait T ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 180

    6-9 Section System Settings 170 Set the system start-up wait time by following the menu operation from the Sys- tem Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Switch. Press Start-up W ait T ime to display the re- quired time lapse. The setting option changes each time the touch sw i tch is pressed, according to the fol- lowing sequen ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 181

    6-9 Section System Settings 171 Se t the key press sound by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Switch. Press Key Press Sound to display ON or OFF . The setting option changes each time the touch switch is pressed. V er 3.10 T o set other memory switches, select the relevant screen ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 182

    6-9 Section System Settings 172 Reference:  There are other instructions and settings relating to the buzzer , but this memory switch setting has the highest priority .  For details on the buzzer , refer to 2-15-5 Buzzer Function in the Reference Manual . Set the buzzer sound by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 183

    6-9 Section System Settings 173 • PC-PR201H: Printers that can emulate the PC-PR201H, made by NEC Corp. • PCL 5: Printers that conform to the PCL 5 printer control specifications. Note that the NT31 can only be used with the monochrome T one setting and does not support color printing. For the NT31, the Print Method is fixed as T one. The defau ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 184

    6-9 Section System Settings 174 6-9-6 Setting the Print Method (NT31C Only) The NT31/NT31C has a function for printing out data at a printer connected to it in response to an instruction from the host or operation at the NT31/NT31C. When usi ng t he NT31C, the currently displayed screen image or other data c an be printed out in color . Y ou can se ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 185

    6-9 Section System Settings 175 • T o quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT31/NT31C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. 6-9-7 Setting Screen Saver Movement The NT31/NT31C has a function to prevent the formation of an after ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 186

    6-9 Section System Settings 176 Se t the screen saver operation by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Switch. Press [ ↓ ] (next screen) or [ ↑ ] (previous screen) to display the second memory switch setting screen. Press Screen Saver Movement to display Display or Display erase ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 187

    6-9 Section System Settings 177 6-9-8 Setting the Screen Saver Start-up Time Th e NT31/NT31C has a function to maximize the service life of the backlight and prevent the formation of an afterimage by turning off the screen display and the backlight if no operation is performed for a certain period of time. The Screen Saver Start up T ime setting de ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 188

    6-9 Section System Settings 178 Se t the screen saver start-up time by following the menu operation from the Sys- tem Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Switch. Press [ ↓ ] (next screen) or [ ↑ ] (previous screen) to display the second memory switch setting screen. Set a time in the input field to the right of Screen Save ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 189

    6-9 Section System Settings 179 6-9-9 Setting the History Display Method Th e NT31/NT31C features the display history record function, which records the time at which screens are displayed during operation and the number of times they are displayed, and the alarm history record function, which continually monitors bit statuses at the host and recor ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 190

    6-9 Section System Settings 180 Se t the history display method by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Switch. Press [ ↓ ] (next screen) or [ ↑ ] (previous screen) t o display the second memory switch setting screen. Press Hist. Disp. Method to display the re- quired display ord ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 191

    6-9 Section System Settings 181 6-9-10 Setting the Resume Function Th e NT31/NT31C has a function to keep the contents of the memory tables even when the power to the NT31/NT31C 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 va l u es on switchin ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 192

    6-9 Section System Settings 182 Se t the resume function by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Switch. Press [ ↓ ] (next screen) or [ ↑ ] (previous screen) to display the second memory switch setting screen. Press Resume Function to display the re- quired setting. The setting o ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 193

    6-9 Section System Settings 183 6-9-1 1 Setting the Automatic Reset Function The NT31/NT31C has a function for ignoring communication errors and auto- matically returning to the RUN mode when they occur . The Comm. Auto-return setting determines whether the automatic reset func- tion is effective or not. • ON: When a communication error occurs, t ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 194

    6-9 Section System Settings 184 Set the automatic reset function by following the menu operation from the Sys- tem Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Switch. Press [ ↓ ] (next screen) or [ ↑ ] (previous screen) to display the third memory switch setting screen. Press Comm. Auto-return to display the re- quired setting. Th ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 195

    6-9 Section System Settings 185 6-9-12 Setting the Time-out Interval The NT31/NT31C goes into the time-out error status if no response is received fr om the host within a fixed time. The T i me-out Interval setting specifies the time lapse at which time-out is judged to have occurred. The setting range is 1 to 10 seconds. The default (factory) sett ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 196

    6-9 Section System Settings 186 • T o quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, press the Abort touch switch. The NT31/NT31C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. 6-9-13 Setting the Retry Count Th e NT31/NT31C does not immediately display an error screen when a com ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 197

    6-9 Section System Settings 187 Set the retry count by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Switch. Press [ ↓ ] (next screen) or [ ↑ ] (previous screen) to display the third memory switch setting screen. Set a number of times in the input field to the right of Retry Counts. Each ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 198

    6-10 Section Setting the Bar Code Reader Input Function 188 6-10 Setting the Bar Code Reader Input Function The NT31/NT31C has a bar code reader input function which allows a bar code reader to be connected and bar code data to read as character strings into char- acter string input fields. This section describes the communication conditions for th ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 199

    6-10 Section Setting the Bar Code Reader Input Function 189 Press [ ↓ ] (next screen) or [ ↑ ] (previous screen) to display the fourth memory switch setting screen. Press Comm. A Method to select Bar-Code Reader . The setting option changes each time the touch switch is pressed. Press the Set touch switch to the right of Comm. A Method. Display ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 200

    6-10 Section Setting the Bar Code Reader Input Function 190 T o set other memory switches, select the relevant screen using the [ ] (next screen) or [ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. • T o confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the Qui t touch switch. The settings made last will be set and t ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 201

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 191 6-1 1 System Maintenance The NT31/NT31C has the following maintenance and check functions. Item Function Page I/O Settings Adjustment of display panel contrast and brightness of the backlight. Page 191 Calendar Check Display and setting of the time data of the NT31/NT31C clock function. Page 195 PT Settings Dire ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 202

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 192 Setting from the System Menu Ad ju st the contrast of the display panel by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Settings. Select Contrast Adjust. Adj us t the contrast with the touch switches in the left half of the screen. [ ]: Increase 10 steps [ ? ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 203

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 193 Setting Using Brightness and Contrast Adjustment Screen Di s pl ay screen number 9030 using either a touch switch with switch screen func- tion, or by specifying the display screen in the PT status control area. Adj us t the contrast with the touch switches in the right half of the screen. [ ]: Increase 10 steps ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 204

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 194 Setting from the System Menu Ad ju st the backlight brightness by following the menu oper ation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Settings. Select Brightness Adjust. Ad ju st the contrast with the High, Middle, and Low touch switches in the left half of the screen. Press Quit ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 205

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 195 Setting Using Brightness and Contrast Adjustment Screen Di s pl ay screen number 9030 using either a touch switch with switch screen func- tion, or by specifying the display screen in the PT status control area. Ad jus t the brightness with the touch switches (High, Middle, Low) in the left half of the screen. P ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 206

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 196 Display/set clock data by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Calendar Check. Press Set. If you are just checking the display , press Qu it at this point; the NT31/NT31C will return to the MAINTENANCE MODE MENU screen. Set the date. Each of the digits o ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 207

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 197 6-1 1-3 Checking the PT Setting Status Th e direct connection settings of the NT31/NT31C screen data, and the settings for serial port A and serial port B, can be checked. Screen Configuration and Display Contents There are the following three PT setting status screens. [ ] (next screen) [ ] (next screen) [ ] (p ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 208

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 198 Di s pl ay the PT setting statuses by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select PT Settings. Sw it c h the screen as required by pressing the [ ↓ ] (next screen) or [ ↑ ] (previous screen) touch switch. Press Quit. The NT31/NT31C returns to the MAINTE- NA ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 209

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 199 Reference:  Wi th the NT31/NT31C, the record data can also be displayed by calling screen No. 9001 (sort by occurrence) or screen No. 9002 (sort by frequency) during the RUN mode.  Fo r details on the display history record function, refer to 2-15-1 Display Histo- ry Record Function in the Reference Manual ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 210

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 200 If required, press Prt. to print the display his- tory record data. Press Quit. The NT31/NT31C returns to the DISPLA Y HISTOR Y MENU screen. Example Print-out All of the recorded data is printed out in the same order as on the currently dis- played screen. Example: Sort by occurrence, from oldest record No. Scrn ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 211

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 201 Dis play and print the alarm history record data by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Alarm History . Select Sort by Occurrence or Sort by Fre- quency . If necessary , select the next or previous screen by pressing [ ↓ ] (next screen) or [ ↑ ] (pr ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 212

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 202 Press Quit. The NT31/NT31C returns to the ALARM HISTOR Y MENU screen. Example Print-out All of the recorded data is printed out in the same order as on the currently dis- played screen. Example: Sort by occurrence method, from oldest record No. Comment YY/MM/DD HH:MM 01/01 1 Remote I/O Error 98/02/06 16:02 2 PIC ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 213

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 203 Operations On The SCREEN DA T A CHECK Screen The function shown below can be set on the SCREEN DA T A CHECK screen. Use this function as required when displaying complex screens on which multi- ple display elements have been registered overlapping each other . a) Equivalent to 2 touch switches (14.4 mm) c) b) Eq ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 214

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 204 Display the SCREEN DA T A CHECK screen by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select Screen Data Disp. Specify the screen to be displayed in the input field in the middle of the screen. Each of the digits can be incremented or decremented by pressing the assoc ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 215

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 205 Press Quit to return to the screen number selection screen. Press Disp. T 015003 RUN BOILER OPERA TION T 015301 STOP T 016312 ERROR L 020000 Start Confirmation Stop Confirmation Error Occurrence L 020005 L 020013 T ouching the top or bottom of the screen changes the way the display elements over- lap each other ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 216

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 206 Reference: Th e buzzer will sound in this check regardless of the setting made with the Buzz- er Sound memory switch. Check the buzzer by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select Device Check. Select Buzzer Check. V er 3.10 • If the buzze ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 217

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 207 Check the RUN LED by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select Device Check. Select LED Check. V er 3.10 • If the RUN LED is functioning normally , it will operate as follows. At this time the LED Check touch switch will be displayed in re ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 218

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 208 Check if t he LCD (screen display) functions normally by following the menu op- eration from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select Device Check. Select LCD Check. V er 3.10 • Th e check screen displays all the dots on the screen: either press anywhere on the touch pane ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 219

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 209 Check if the backlight functions normally by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select Device Check. Select Backlight Check. V er 3.10 • If the backlight is normal, it flashes. At this time, the Backlight Check touch switch is displayed in ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 220

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 210  Once a screen data check has been started, it cannot be stopped. Check the screen data memory by follow ing the menu operation from the Sys- tem Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select Device Check. Select Screen Memory . Press Execute. V er 3.10 • During the check, the message ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 221

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 21 1 • On normal completion of the check, the message Memory Check OK is dis- played. • If an error is discovered in the check, the message Memory Check NG is dis- played. Aft er confirming the result of the check, press Quit. The NT31/NT31C returns to the DEVICE CHECK MENU screen. ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 222

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 212 Check whether or not the touch switches function normally by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select Device Check. Select T ouch Switch. Press the touch switches displayed on the screen. A touch switch is normal if it is dis- played in rev ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 223

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 213 Reference:  The functions of touch switches pressed during the I/O check are not notified to the host.  The check cannot be performed until the touch switch at the top right corner is displayed in r everse video (for NT31) or displayed in yellow (NT31C). Start the check after the status of the touch switch ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 224

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 214 Check the voltage of the NT31/NT31C’s built-in battery by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select Device Check. Select Battery . The voltage is within the normal range. or The voltage is lowered. is displayed. V er 3.10 Aft er confirming ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 225

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 215 Note When The voltage is lowered is displayed, replace the built-in battery immedi- ately . For details on the replacement method, refer to 7-3-1 Replacing the Bat- tery (page 244). 6-1 1-8 Checking Interfaces The NT31/NT31C allows the following communication functions to be checked. • Communication with the S ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 226

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 216 Check communication with the Support T ool by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select I/F Check. Select T ool Comm.. The check on communication with the Sup- port T ool starts. V er 3.10 • If communication with the Support T ool is norma ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 227

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 217 Af t er confirming the result of the test, press Quit. The NT31/NT31C returns to the I/F CHECK MENU screen. Check communication at the serial ports (A, B). Check Screen The check screen and check method differ according to the communication method set for the port to be checked. For Host Link Example: Serial por ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 228

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 218 For Memory Link Example: Serial port A while using the memory link The check is started as soon as the check screen is displayed. Send the com- mand from the host. • If communication with the host is normal, the data received from the host is dis- played in hexadecimal text code at Received Data. • If nothin ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 229

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 219 Check Method Check c ommunication with the serial ports by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select I/F Check. Select Comm. Port A or Comm. Port B. The check screen is displayed (Check screen, page 217). V er 3.10 Aft er confirming the resu ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 230

    6-1 1 Section System Maintenance 220 Check communication with a printer by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below . Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select I/F Check. Select Printer . Confirm that a printer is connected to the NT31/NT31C, then press Execute: Printer Interface Check will be printed out at the printer ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 231

    6-12 Section Programming Console Function 221 • If data does not reach the printer within 60 seconds after sending starts, the message ‘Finished Printer output failed’ is displayed. Aft er confirming the result of the check, press Quit. The NT31/NT31C returns to the I/F CHECK MENU screen. 6-12 Programming Console Function The NT31/NT31C featu ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 232

    6-12 Section Programming Console Function 222 Commu- nication Method Commu- nication T ype Applicable PCs Connected Port NT Link (1:1) RS-232C C200HE-CPU42-(Z)E (*1) C200HG-CPU43-(Z)E (*1) C200HG-CPU63-(Z)E (*1) C200HX-CPU44-(Z)E (*1) C200HX-CPU64-(Z)E (*1) C200HX-CPU65-ZE (*1) C200HX-CPU85-ZE (*1) CPM2A-30CD  -  (*1) CPM2A-40CD  - ? ...

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    6-12 Section Programming Console Function 223 6-12-2 Connection Method The connection method is exactly the same as for the NT Link (1:1). Refer to Sec tio n 4 Connecting to the Host from the RS-232C Port or Section 5 Connect- ing to the Host from the RS-422A/485 Port for details on connecting to the PC. * When using the Programming Console functio ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 234

    6-12 Section Programming Console Function 224 6-12-3 Method of Use The Programming Console screen is displayed by operating the system menu as described below . Select Expansion Mode. Select Programming Console. The Programming Console screen is dis- played. Pres s the Programming Console sheet keys (touch switches) for the operation. Press the Qui ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 235

    6-12 Section Programming Console Function 225 Key Operations Mode Selection Keys, Mode Lock Key The display element on the Programming Console screen shown below com- prises the mode selection keys, which change the operation mode of the PC, and the mode lock key , which prevents unintended mode changes. Mode selection keys Mode lock key The RUN, M ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 236

    6-12 Section Programming Console Function 226 Standard Programming Console Key Sheet Programming Console Key Sheet for CS1 Series Differences with Respect to Programming Consoles • Prog rams cannot be stored (recorded) or read (replayed). If it is necessary to store or read a program, use a Programming Device. • It is not possible to adjust the ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 237

    ! 6-13 Section Device Monitor Function 227 6-13 Device Monitor Function The NT31/NT31C has been equipped with the Device Monitor function which ca n be used to change the PC’s operating mode, read/change words in the PC’s data areas, and display the PC’s error log of a CS1G/CS1H, CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C, CQM1, CQM1H, C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, or SRM1. Th ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 238

    6-13 Section Device Monitor Function 228 6-13-1 Compatible Systems The following table shows the combinations of communications methods and PCs that can support the PT’s Device Monitor function. Communications method PC model 1:1 NT Link C200HS-CPU21-E CPM1-10CDR-  *1 C200HS-CPU23-E CPM1-20CDR-  *1 C200HS-CPU31-E CPM1A-10CD  -  *1 C20 ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 239

    6-13 Section Device Monitor Function 229 CN1 1 1 or CS1W-CN1 14/1 18 Connecting Cable, a CPM1-CIF01 RS-232C Adapter , or a CPM1-CIF1 1 RS-422A Adapter . Refer to Section 4 Connecting to the Host from the RS-232C Port or Section 5 Connecting to t he Host from the RS-422A/485 Port for details on connecting to the PC. Th e 1:N NT Link (standard or hig ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 240

    6-14 Section V ersion Display 230 6-14 V ersion Display U s e the V ersion Display function to check the version of the NT31/NT31C’s sys- tem program. The V ersion Display screen shows the model, creation date, and version of the system program installed in the NT31/31C. 6-14-1 Method of Use The V ersion Display screen is displayed by operating t ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 241

    231 SECTION 7 T roubleshooting and Maintenance This section describes the action to take when errors occur in the PT , and how to carry out maintenance and inspection to prevent the occurrence of errors. 7-1 T roubleshooting 232 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 R ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 242

    7-1 Section T roubleshooting 232 7-1 T roubleshooting When a fault relating to the operation of the NT31/NT31C occurs, find the symp- to ms in the table below and respond by following the corresponding Remedy in- dicated in the table. Note 1. Confirm system safety before turning the power ON/OFF or resetting. 2. Do not disassemble the PT for repair ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 243

    7-1 Section T roubleshooting 233 NT31/NT31C Symptoms Remedy Cause The graph display does not change. One of the percentage display settings — − 100%, 0%, or 100% — is incorrect. Set the − 100%, 0%, and 100% values in the following relationship: − 100% value < 0% value < 100% value The trend graph display does not agree with the actu ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 244

    7-1 Section T roubleshooting 234 NT31/NT31C Symptoms Remedy Cause Updating of numeric values and text is dl d Malfunction due to external noise Carry out grounding work in accordance with the conditions by referring to 3-1-4 Grounding , page 34. delayed. There are too many numeral/text displays on the displayed screen. Reduce the number of numeral/ ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 245

    7-2 Section Responding to Displayed Error Messages 235 NT31/NT31C Symptoms Remedy Cause The display is dim. Insuf ficient contrast or brightness Increase the contrast/brightness (pages 191 and 193). Backlight defective, or its life has expired Replace the backlight (page 242). The display is too faint. The contrast is too high. Reduce the contrast ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 246

    7-2 Section Responding to Displayed Error Messages 236 Message Remedy Cause [No Direct Connection Info.] No Direct Connection Information is set in Screen Data. Set Direct Connecting Information in Screen Data using by the Support T ool. Then set the PT to the TRANSMIT MODE and download Screen Data again. Allocated words have not been set for the P ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 247

    7-2 Section Responding to Displayed Error Messages 237 7-2-2 Errors Occurring during Operation and Their Remedies The table below shows the errors that can occur during operation of the NT31/NT31C and their remedies. Message Cause Remedy [Address Setting Error] Addressing Error exists in the Screen. Correct address setting by the Support T ool. The ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 248

    7-2 Section Responding to Displayed Error Messages 238 7-2-3 Errors Occurring on Screen Data Initialization and T ransmission The table below shows the errors that can occur when the NT31/NT31C data is initialized, and during data setting and transmission, and their remedies. Message Cause Remedy [Flash Memory Error] Flash Memory I/O Error . If thi ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 249

    7-2 Section Responding to Displayed Error Messages 239 7-2-4 Errors in the System Installer Mode and Their Remedies Th is section describes the errors that may occur in the System Installer mode of the NT31/NT31C, and the remedies for these errors. Message Cause Remedy System Program not exist or incorrect. - The system program has not been install ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 250

    7-2 Section Responding to Displayed Error Messages 240 Example: Parity error at serial port A Receive Errors The following errors can occur when receiving data. • Parity error • Framing error • Overrun error • FCS (sum value) error • T ime out error • Data over flow error • PC unit No. error (host link only) • NAK received (in the c ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 251

    7-3 Section Maintenance of the NT31/NT31C 241 Error Details Remedy Displayed Probable Cause T ime-out Error The connecting cables are not connected correctly . (Send/Receive) Check the communication cable connection and perform a conductivity test. If there is a fault, replace the cable. For details on communication cables, refer to Section 4 Conne ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 252

    7-3 Section Maintenance of the NT31/NT31C 242 Replaceable Backlight Model NT31C-CFL01 (for both NT31 and NT31C) Guide to Backlight Replacement Under normal conditions it can be assumed that the backlight will need to be re- placed afte r about 25,000 hours when used at medium brightness (the figure is about 10,000 hours when used at the high bright ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 253

    7-3 Section Maintenance of the NT31/NT31C 243 c) When the cover has opened far enough, remove it. b b b 4. Remove the CFL unit by following the procedure described below . a) Disengage the connector . b) Sufficiently loosen the screw that secures the CFL unit. The screw is designed so that it cannot be removed, but if it does come out for some reas ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 254

    7-3 Section Maintenance of the NT31/NT31C 244 7. Reconnect the wiring, cables, and units disconnected in 2 , and tighten the screws. 8. Before starting normal operation, confirm that the following tests can be executed correctly by using the I/O check in the Maintenance menu. Also perform a communication test with the host. • T ouch switch • Ba ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 255

    7-4 Section Inspection and Cleaning 245 3. Remove the ba ttery that is secured under the battery cover , grip the cable, and pull the connector straight out. 4. Insert the connector of the new battery into the connector on the NT31/NT31C and fit the battery under the battery cover . When inserting the battery connector , make sure that the projecti ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 256

    7-4 Section Inspection and Cleaning 246 • 100% cotton cloth • Hygrometer (required in some cases) • Thermometer (required in some cases) • Synchroscope (required in some cases) • Pen-writing oscilloscope (required in some cases) Points Inspected Inspect the following points to determine if there is any divergence from the st at ed criteri ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 257

    247 Appendix A Specifications General Specifications Item Specification Rated power supply voltage 24 VDC Allowable power supply voltage range 20.4 VDC to 26.4 VDC (24 VDC –15% to +10%) Allowable power interruption time No regulation Power consumption 15 W max. Operating ambient temperature 0 to +50  C Storage ambient temperature –20 to +60 ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 258

    Appendix A Specifications 248 Performance Specifications Display Specifications Item Specification Display device NT31: Monochrome STN LCD (with backlight) NT31C: Color STN LCD (with backlight) Number of dots (resolution) 320 dots horizontally 240 dots vertically Size of a standard character NT 31-ST121  -EV2 : Height 5.76 mm, Width : 2.88 mm NT ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 259

    Appendix A Specifications 249 External Interface Specifications Item Specification Serial communication Serial port A Conforms to EIA RS-232C D-SUB 9-pin connector (female) +5 V (250 mA max.) output at pin No. 6 Serial communication Serial port B EIA RS-232C or RS-422A/485 (selectable, by memory switch setting) D-SUB 25-pin connector (female) Paral ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 260

    Appendix A Specifications 250 Item Specifications Screen print function Functions: - Prints a hard copy of the screen display - Prints display/alarm histories Setting: Set the printing protocol (“Print Controller”) and printing type (“Print Method”) in the memory switch menu. “ESC/P”, “Color”: Color printing conforming to ESC/P 24-J ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 261

    Appendix A Specifications 251 Communications Specifications For a Host Link , RS-232C T ype Item Specification Communications standard EIA RS-232C Communications settings Start-stop synchronization Communications speed: 9600, 19200 bps Data length: 7 bits Stop bit: 2 bits Parity: Even Connector 9-pin D-SUB connector (female) (serial port A) 25-pin ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 262

    Appendix A Specifications 252 For an NT Link , 1:1, RS-422A T ype Item Specification Communications standard EIA RS-422A Connector 25-pin D-SUB connector (female) (serial port B) Number of units connected 1:1 T ransmission distance Max. 500 m For an NT Link , 1:N, RS-232C T ype Item Specification Communications standard EIA RS-232C Connector 9-pin ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 263

    Appendix A Specifications 253 For a Memory Link , RS-232C T ype Item Specification Communications standard EIA RS-232C Communications settings Start-stop synchronization Communications speed: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 bps Data length: 7, 8 bits Stop bit: 1, 2 bits Parity: None, even, odd Flow control: None, RS/CS, XON/XOFF Response: Pres ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 264

    255 Appendix B Dimensions Body POWER RUN 195 (7.68) 142 (5.59) 183.5 (7.22) 54 (2.13) 5 (0.20) 130.5 (5.14) 74 (2.91) Units: mm (inch) With memory unit installed (NT -MF261) ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 265

    Appendix B Dimensions 256 Mounting Dimensions 5 (0.2) POWER RUN 145 (5.71) 25 (0.98) 15.5 (0.61) 206 (8.1 1) Mounting panel Mounting fixture 34 (1.34) (min.) 38 (1.5) (max.) Units: mm (inch) 153 (6.02) ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 266

    Appendix B Dimensions 257 Cable Connection Dimensions (with NT -MF261) 24V DC PRINTER 50 (1.97) 91 (3.58) 26.7 (1.05) 60 (2.36) 5 (0.20) 10.2 (0.47) 96 (3.78) Units: mm (inch) PORT B PORT A ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 267

    259 Appendix C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit This section outlines the external dimensions, procedure for mounting and removal, and specifications of an RS-232C/RS-422A convertor unit (NT -AL001-E). Refer to this information when designing the control panel. For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the NT -AL001-E. Dimen ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 268

    Appendix C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit 260 Removal from a DIN Rail Remove the end plates at right and left of the convertor unit and, as shown in the figure below , insert a flat blade screwdriver into the rail stopper at the bottom face of the convertor unit and prize it free. Mounting to an Operation Panel Drill two mounting screw hol ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 269

    Appendix C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit 261 Specifications The general specifications and communications specifications of the convertor unit are shown below . General Specifications Item Specification Dimensions 30 (W) 1 14 (H) 100.2 (D) mm: with the RS-422A terminal block cover closed 30 (W) 1 14 (H) 1 19.5 (D) mm: with the RS-422A ter ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 270

    Appendix C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit 262 DIP Switch Settings The convertor unit has 6 digits DIP switch for setting the RS-422A/485 communication conditions. Before connecting the cable to the convertor unit, make the DIP switch settings. 123456 OFF ON SW1-3 SW1-4 ON om on R NT–AL001-E (Factory settings) [SW1-1] Not used (always ON) ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 271

    7 5 3 1 8 6 4 2 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 Appendix C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit 263 Pin Arrangement Th e convertor unit has a terminal block for an RS-422A/485 interface connection and a connector for an RS-232C interface connection. The pin arrangements for the RS-422A/485 terminal block and the RS-232C connector are as follows. RS-422A/485 T ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 272

    Appendix C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit 264 Block Diagram A diagram showing the internal blocks of the convertor unit is shown below . Refer to this diagram when making cables yourself, or when connecting devices with special interfaces. SW1-6 T erminator R R D-SUB 9P CASE +5 V SG SD RD RS CS DR ER 6 9 2 3 4 5 7 8 POWER LED RS-232C Dr/Re ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 273

    265 Appendix D T ransporting and Storing the NT31/NT31C • When transporting the NT31/NT31C, use the packaging intended for it. • When storing the NT31/NT31C, observe the following conditions. Storage ambient temperature: –20 to +60  C Storage ambient humidity: 35% to 85% ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 274

    267 Appendix E Making the Cable The procedure for making up the cable is described below . Also refer to this procedure for making a connecting cable for use with RS-422A/485 type connections. Cable Preparation The preparation of the cable differs according to whether or not the shielding wire is to be connected to the FG. Cable with Shielding Wire ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 275

    Appendix E Making the Cable 268 5. W rap vinyl tape over the cut off end of the shielding wire. 40 (1.57) (RS-232C) 5 25 (0.98) (RS-422A) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Units: mm (inch) Vinyl tape (0.19) Soldering 1, 2, 3... 1. Slide heat-shrink tube over each wire. 2. Pre-solder each wire and connector terminal. 3. Solder each wire to each connector terminal ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 276

    269 Appendix F Making the Cable for Connecting a PC Refer to the following when making a cable for connecting the Support T ool. Assembly of Connecting Cables Wiring should be carried out in one of the following ways, depending on the type of RS-232C connector . 25-pin Connector SD RD RS CS SG FG Personal computer Connector for peripheral devices o ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 277

    271 Appendix G Making the Cable for Connection to a Bar Code Reader Refer to the following when making the cable for connection to a bar code reader . Wiring Method Bar code reader side Abbr . Pin No. 1 SD 2 RD 3 RS 4 CS 5 +5 V 6 7 8 SG 9 NT31/NT31C side RS-232C interface Abbr . SD RD RS CS ER SG +5 V When using the +5 V output of the NT31/NT31C, l ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 278

    273 Appendix H Making the Cable for Connection to a Printer The following product is recommended as the cable for connecting a printer . NT -CNT121 (made by OMRON, cable length 1.5 m, 20-pin – 36-pin) Refer to the following when making a cable for connection to a printer . • Connector pin arrangement and wiring Abbr . 0V D7 N.C. D6 D5 0V D4 N.C ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 279

    275 Appendix I Relationship between System Program and Hardware Here, relationship between system program and hardware is described. NT31/NT31C have following models. NT31-ST121  -E Conventional product NT31C-ST141  -E p NT31-ST121  -EV1 V ersion upgrade model of the products above (12/98) NT31C-ST141  -EV1 pg p (12/98) NT31-ST121  - ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 280

    Appendix I Relationship between System Program and Hardware 276 Combining a -V1 V ersion and -V2 V ersion Hardware NT31-ST121  -EV1 NT31C-ST141  -EV1 NT31-ST121  -EV2 NT31C-ST141  -EV2 System program V er . 2.0  or Ver . 2.1  The following functions (new functions supported by the -V2) cannot be used:  Additional data areas acc ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 281

    277 Appendix J Model List PT s Model Specification NT31-ST121-EV2 STN monochrome display , ivory NT31-ST121B-EV2 STN monochrome display , black NT31C-ST141-EV2 STN color display , ivory NT31C-ST141B-EV2 STN color display , black Host Link Units Model Specification Applicable PC 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 CPU-mounted type with RS-232C connector C-series C1000H ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 282

    Appendix J Model List 278 Model PC T ype Specification CPM2C-10  -  CPM2C-20  -  The PC’s communications connector can be split into an RS-232C port and peripheral port with a CPM2C-CN1 1 1 Connecting Cable. (The CS1W-CN1 14/1 18 Connecting Cables convert the connector to a single RS-232C or peripheral po ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 283

    Appendix J Model List 279 Model PC T ype Specification CPM2C-10  -  CPM2C-20  -  Connect to the RS-232C port of a CPM2C-CN1 1 1 Connecting Cable. C-series CPM2C CQM1-CPU41-EV1 CQM1-CPU42-EV1 CQM1-CPU43-EV1 CQM1-CPU44-EV1 CQM1-CPU45-EV1 Features a 9-pin connector for RS-232C connections C-series CQM1 CQM1H-C ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 284

    Appendix J Model List 280 Model PC T ype Specification CS1G-CPU42-E(V1) CS1G-CPU43-E(V1) CS1G-CPU44-E(V1) CS1G-CPU45-E(V1) Features a connector for RS-232C connections (9-pin) CS1-series CS1G CS1H-CPU63-E(V1) CS1H-CPU64-E(V1) CS1H-CPU65-E(V1) CS1H-CPU66-E(V1) CS1H-CPU67-E(V1) Features a connector for RS-232C connections (9-pin) CS1-series CS1H *1: ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 285

    Appendix J Model List 281 Cables with Connectors for PT ↔ PC/NT -AL001-E Model Cable Length Applicable units Communication Method Specification XW2Z-200S 2 m Host link units with a 25-pin t Serial port A host link 9 pin ↔ 25 pin XW2Z-500S 5 m p connector p (RS-232C only) 9-pin ↔ 25-pin XW2Z-200T 2 m Host link units with a 9-pin Serial port A ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 286

    Appendix J Model List 282 Printer Cable Model Specification NT -CNT121 Printer cable for half pitch (1.5 m), made by OMRON Cable for Peripheral Port of CS1-series PC Model Specification CS1W-CN1 18 Made by OMRON (CS1-series peripheral port ↔ D-Sub, 9-pin, female) Connecting Cable for the CPM2C Communications Connector Model Specification CPM2C-CN ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 287

    283 Appendix K Option List Replaceable Backlight ... NT31C-CFL01 (Used for Both NT31/NT31C) This is a backlight (CFL unit) for replacement purposes. Protective Sheet ... NT30-KBA04 (Used for Both NT31/NT31C) Stu ck to the display to prevent irregular reflection or contamination. The entire sheet is colorless and transparent. The five sheets make a ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 288

    Appendix K Option List 284 The sheet offers protection against the following chemical agents. Protects against Does not protect against Boric acid Sulfuric acid Nitrogen Ammonia gas Carbonic acid gas Phenol Glycerin Ammonia water Calcium chloride Developing fluid (hypo) Acetaldehyde Lard Hexane Lubricating oil Benzene Butane Carbonic acid Chlorinat ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 289

    285 Index Numbers 1:N connection among RS-422A ports, 122 1:N connection among RS-485 ports, 125 1:N connection between RS-422A/485 at the NT31/NT31C and RS-232C at the host, 92 A Allowable power supply voltage range, 247 Applicable connectors, 281 Automatic transmission (memory unit), 42, 49 B Backlight, 241 Backlight brightness adjustment, 193 Ba ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 290

    Index 286 Disabling/enabling writing to the screen data memory , 153 Display , 29 Display color , 248 Display device, 248 Display specifications, 248 Displaying and printing the display history record, 198 Displaying/setting the calendar and clock, 195 Downloading the system program, 152 E Effective display area, 248 Enclosure ratings, 247 Error me ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 291

    Index 287 P Peripheral devices that can be connected, 16 Power consumption, 247 Power input terminals, 30 POWER LED, 29 Power supply connection, 33 precautions, xi Precautions to be observed when transmitting screen data, 156 Principal functions of NT31/NT31C, 9 Printer cable, 282 Printer connector , 30 Programming console function, 221 Programming ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 292

    Index 288 V V ibration resistance (operating), 247 V iew angle, 248 W W arning label, 30 W aterproofed, 4 W eight, 247 ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 293

    289 Revision History A manual revision code appears as a suffix to the catalog number on the front cover of the manual. Cat. No. V062-E1-02 Revision code The following table outlines the changes made to the manual during each revision. Page numbers refer to the previous version. Revision code Date Revised content 1 July 2000 Original production 02 ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 294

    OMRON Corporation F A Systems Division H.Q. 66 Matsumoto Mishima-city , Shizuoka 41 1-851 1 Japan T el: (81)55-977-9181/Fax: (81)55-977-9045 Regional Headquarters OMRON EUROPE B.V . Wegalaan 67-69, NL-2132 JD Hoofddorp The Netherlands T el: (31)2356-81-300/Fax: (31)2356-81-388 OMRON ELECTRONICS, INC. 1 East Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173 U.S. ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 295

    E3X-N E3X-N Cat. No. V062-E1-02 Note: Specifications subject to change without notice. Printed in Japan Authorized Distributor: ...

  • Omron NT31 NT31C - page 296

    Cat. No. V062-E1-02 NT31, NT31C Programmable T erminals SETUP MANUAL ...

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