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1. ae a oll Write Notification As PC EAR m pogga Numeral s he memory table Ft F2 F3 Fa CLR ENTER When the ENTER key is pressed the input value is written to the numeral memory table and simultaneously notified to the PC Input the numerical values using the numeric keys on the screen lf there is more than one numeral setting area the one in which the numerical val ue is to be input can be selected by using K A or R key If the numeral setting area is changed during numerical value input before press ing the ENTER key the numerical value being input is invalidated To clear a numerical value press the CLR key Using the numeral setting function decimal values of up to 8 digits 7 digits ifa negative value can be input The number of digits and area for the numeral setting function are set using the support tool It is also possible to set the following attributes Number of integer digits 1 to 8 Number of decimal fraction digits O to 7 Type of character Half size characters Character enlargement Horizontal x2 Sign display designation Zero suppress designation 85 Numeral Setting Section 4 6 The details for numeral attributes etc are largely the same as for numeral display refer to Numerals which can be Displayed page 82 4 6 2 Using Numeric Keys To input numerical data at a numeral setting area
2. RS 232C connector cable 27 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 232C Type Section 2 4 2 4 3 28 PC Switch Settings Note When the NT11S and PC are connected to each other set the conditions at the PC host link unit or the CPU as given in the table below The following is a general description of switch settings Refer to the manual for respective units for the details of the switch settings 1 Set the host link baud rate at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the memory switch for host link baud rate For the details refer to Selecting the Host Link Com munication Speed page 59 2 The 1 to N setting enables BCC Block Check Character The 1 to 1 connec tion cannot be used to connect the NT11S to a host link unit Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 232C Type Section 2 4 Connecting to a Host Link Unit e C200H rack mounting type C200H LK201 V1 Setting the front switches Set each switch with a flat blade screwdriver so that the values or symbols in the setting value window agree with the following e Unit No SW1 SW2 Set these switches to 0 e Instruction level parity and transfer code SW4 Set this switch to 2 e Baud rate SW3 Set this switch to 5 to select 9600 bps Set this switch to 6 to select 19200 bps Setting the rear switches e 1 to 1 1 to N selection DIP switch Set No 3 to ON CTS selector switch External
3. 103 105 D DIP SWIC sa eee clus ate ent alerts atthe doles 20 Decimal fraction parts 0 0 00 eee 86 Description of Parts 0 0 0 0 eee eee 18 Determine the upgraded numeral memory table MUMDE can wirtucadieainnecdoeirawdd waaiea oe 119 Direct CONNECtION 0 cee eee 10 Direct connection information 74 Display elements 0 cc eee eee eee 13 Display history Screen 200 eee eae 90 E EI SChECIN rer dura aR EEEN RAE AAE 75 Enlarged display as dncad ronet amin GEENA cea 79 Equivalent to IP65 and NEMA4 5 Error message when NT11S is started 48 Error messages 1 eke eee eens 133 F FACIOFy SCUING ana a reas a wh aiden E NG 20 PIG HSE ia e E EEA ee ee wea 74 FICUDNS seka eo sontersenaw henge aeews dese 54 Flashing display 000e cee aee 79 82 G Graph Tames cache vtdaaaeert EWN 83 H FIOSUMIIK scare dad dares Se Soa hare 4 eed 10 58 Host link method 0 ccc cee eee 26 HOSTINK UNIL ieren ade ea eco earns ee 29 VO CHECKA gurran ea wired awe 65 IPOS aese n eae Er E eae 22 Init MEMON 22 42ccceeeeneviumerdinweoadeest 49 IAN ZAM ON a2 bask Sina ee Aca E hae a eee 48 Initialization by using the DIP switch Forced initialization 0000ee 50 56 Initialization by using the system menu 49 Initialization error 0 6 ee 134 Initialization of the screen data 48 49 Initializati
4. 1 1 Getting Starting Location Handling Cautions on Cleaning Cautions on Afterimage To ensure that the NT11S works correctly carefully observe the following when installing and handling it Do not install the NT11S in a location subject to the following conditions e Near a computer radio transmitter or receiver etc e Dust chemicals or steam e Severe temperature fluctuations e High humidity and condensation e Strong electrical or magnetic fields e Poor ventilation e Severe vibration Do not e Subject the NT11S to strong shocks or vibrations e Put heavy objects on the NT11S e Supply a voltage different from the specified voltage e Disassemble or modify the NT11S To clean the front panel use a soft dry cloth If it is very dirty use diluted 2 neutral detergent Do not use volatile solvents such as benzene thinner or a chemically treated cloth Their use will cause deformation or discoloration If the same screen contents are kept displayed for along time an afterimage may occur To prevent this problem either set the afterimage prevention function or make a program which periodically changes the displayed screen Cautions on Operating the System Keys Do not operate the system keys with sharply pointed objects such as your finger nails or a screwdriver This could break the film Role and Operation of NT11S Section 1 2 1 2 Role and Operation of NT11S NT11S is a programmable terminal u
5. NT11S Programmable Terminal OPERATION MANUAL OMRON OMRON Corporation PT Business Promotion Department FA Division H Q Yokohama Business Park 134 Godo cho Hodogaya ku Yokohama shi Kanagawa 240 Japan Tel 81 45 336 6209 Fax 81 45 336 6239 Regional Headquarters OMRON EUROPE B V Wegalaan 69 NL 2132 JD Hoofddorp The Netherlands Tel 81 2503 81 300 Fax 31 2503 81 388 OMRON ELECTRONICS INC 1 East Commerce Drive Schaumburg IL 60173 U S A Tel 1 708 843 7900 Fax 1 708 843 8568 OMRON MANAGEMENT CENTRE OF ASIAPACIFIC PTE LTD 510 Thomson Road 13 03 SLF Bldg 1129 Singapore Tel 65 353 2611 Fax 65 353 5391 NT series Programmable Terminal Operation Manual Produced June 1997 OMRON Product References All OMRON products are capitalized in this manual The word Unit is also capitalized when it refers to an OMRON product regardless of whether or not it appears in the proper name of the product The abbreviation Ch which appears in some displays and on some OMRON products often means word and is abbreviated Wad in documentation in this sense The abbreviation PC means Programmable Controller and is not used as an abbreviation for anything else The abbreviation Host means PC that controls NT11S Visual Aids The following headings appear in the left column of the manual to help you locate different types of in forma
6. Do not use input functions such as PT touch switches for applications where dan ger to human life or serious damage is possible or for emergency switch applica tions Safety Precautions Safety Conventions and their Meanings xii DANGER N WARNING N CAUTION Read these safety precautions carefully and make sure you understand them be fore using the Programmable Terminal so that you can use it safely and correctly This operation manual uses the following conventions and symbols to indicate cautions warnings and dangers in order to ensure safe use of the PT The cau tions warnings and dangers shown here contain important information related to safety The instructions in these cautions warnings and dangers must be observed The conventions used and their meanings are presented below Indicates information that if not heeded is likely to result in loss of life or serious injury Indicates information that if not heeded could possibly result in loss of life or se rious injury Indicates information that if not heeded could result in relatively serious or minor injury damage to the product or faulty operation CAUTION Do not use input functions such as PT function keys for applications where dan ger to human life or serious property damage is possible or as the emergency stop switch On unpacking the unit check its external appearance and confirm that there is no damage Also confirm that t
7. Notification of password input mistakes Password input error flag e Restrictions on allocating words The PT status notify area PT gt PC can be allocated to the PC memory areas listed in the following table pM eatamemoy on inematSpeca Rely SiS ru pe four fount HR Holding Relay aR AwwiiaryReay Ritinkety PO O OK NG The range of each memory area differs according to the PC type See Appendix H PC Memory Map page 160 of the APPENDICES for more details Procedure 1 Usethe support tool to allocate the PT status notify area PT gt PC to the PC memory 2 Write a PC program to read the PT status word of the PT status notify area and check each bit status e Report timing of PT status notification bits The information in the PT status notify area PT gt PC is written to the PC whenever there is a status change during operation of the NT11S 128 Notification of the Operating Status to the PC Section 5 5 Example of use of the PT status notification bits The example below shows how the PT status notification bits are used to check the NT11S status e Setting at the support tool Perform the following setting with the support tool PT status notify area allocated word PT error storage area allocated word e PC program Create the following PC ladder program 11215 DMOo001 MOV 21 DMo001 11215 11209 n e Program operation CH0112 DM0
8. Numeral setting strobe flag When the numeral setting strobe flag bit has been notified to the PC it returns to the OFF 0 status For details on the method for storing a number in the word allocated for the numer al memory table see Allocation Words and Display of the Memory Tables page 108 e Restrictions on allocating words The PT status notify area can be allocated to the PC memory areas listed in the following table Pw eatamemoy on iniematSpeca Rely mo pe IM C C mooo awy C PO O OK NG The range of each memory area differs according to the PC type See Appendix H PC Memory Map page 160 of the APPENDICES for more details Procedure 1 Use the support tool to allocate the PT status notify area PT gt PC to the PC memory 2 Using the support tool create a numeral setting screen and allocate the nu meral memory table to the PC memory 3 Create a PC program for reading the content upgrade memory table in the PT status notify area when the numeral setting strobe flag in the PT status notify area comes ON 1 4 Read the allocated word for the numeral memory table number read in step 3 120 Numeral Setting Section 5 3 Application Example This example shows the reading of the numeral memory table number after a val ue has been changed by inputting numerical data at the NT11S e Setting at the support tool Make the following settings using the support tool
9. 81 Memory Tables Section 4 4 4 4 2 e Reverse and flashing display Reverse display The display brightness of the character and the background is reversed comparing with the normal display Flashing display Characters are displayed as they flash The normal display alternates with no display Reverse and flashing display The reverse display alternates with the normal display Numeral Memory Table Displaying a Numeral The numeral memory table is an NT11S internal memory used to store the numer al data Up to 128 numeral memory tables can be used and up to eight digits four bytes of numeral data including signs can be stored in one numeral memory table The numeral memory tables at up to 8 positions can be registered in one screen The numeral memory tables are registered with table numbers 0 to 127 When creating the screen data by using the support tool set the position on the screen to display a numeral and also set a numeral number to be displayed When the NT11S is operated the screen displays the contents of the numeral memory table Also by relating the numeral memory tables with the bar graphs the bar graphs corresponding to the data of the numeral memory tables can be displayed Numerals Which can be Displayed 82 Reference The power of expression of the screen can be increased by giving various attrib utes such as the enlarged or reverse display to the numerals of the numeral memory ta
10. Special Features Maintenance functions e Self test functions for memory switches etc e Function for checking settings such as communication conditions e Communication check function Password screen Password designation when selecting a screen Setting Set with the support tool Number of password digits 4 Menu screen Selecting screens with numeric keys Setting Set with the support tool Keys used Keys 1 through 4 Number of destination screens A maximum of four destination screens can be set for one screen Daily report printin The contents of a designated word are printed out at a printer in the specified y g g ormat Setting set with the support tool Output trigger 0 gt 1 status change of bit 4 of the PT status control area Display history recording The history of display of the specified screen is recorded in memory and can be Display history printing printed out Setting Support tool Output trigger O 1 status change of bit 5 of the PT status control area 141 Specifications Appendix A Communications Specifications For a Host Link Communications settings Start stop synchronization Baud rate 9600 19 200 bps Data length 7 bits Stop bit 2 bits Parity Even C series SYSWAY 1 N For an NT Link For a Printer Port 142 Specifications Appendix A Printer Port Specifications Printer Connector Pin Arrangement h STOROBE AUTO FDXT DATA 0
11. Zo O OK NG Outline of Host Link NT Link Operation Section 5 1 Notifying the Display Elements by Using Allocated Bits and Words The NT11S will operate as follows in the display element notification operation NT11S operation The NT11S will write any changes in the contents of the numeral or character string memory table being displayed or pressing of a system keys to the bits and words area in the PC NT11S operation example DM0110 0432 Sap t 009012 1 pMo110 9 4 3 2 Numeral memory table 100 Numeral memory table0 w Number of saved words 1 Copy First word DM0110 Notifying the NT11S Status by Using Allocated Bits and Words PT Status Notify Area PT to PC The PT status notify area PT to PC is provided to notify the NT11S status changes to the PC When any NT11S status has changed such change is written to this area in the PC and the PC will read the data from this area to check the NT11S status The PT status notify area is configured as three consecutive words as shown be low Word 15 14 13 12 1110 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 O Bit m 2 a er NS hid na Numeral memory table No 3 digit BCD Content upgrade memory table The first word word m of the PT status notify area must be set with the support tool e Currently displayed screen refer to page 101 The screen number displayed on the NT11S is written to this word Simultaneously the PT status screen switch strobe flag i
12. a Daily report printing bit 6 5 4 3 0 0 e Setting at the support tool Perform the following setting with the support tool PT status control area allocated word CH0120 e PC program Create the following PC ladder program 00110 1 PT status control word Set the daily report printing bit only to 1 PT status control word 2 PT status control word Set the daily report printing bit only to 0 PT status control word 00111 e Program operation 1 When contact 00110 comes ON the daily report printing bit bit 4 of the PT status control area is set to 1 The status of bits other than bit 4 remains un changed When bit 4 is set to 1 the daily report is printed 2 When contact 00111 comes ON the daily report printing bit bit 4 of the PT status control area is set to O The status of bits other than bit 4 remains un changed 92 Daily Report Display History Printing Function Section 4 10 4 10 2 Printing Display Histories Printing format Reference Printing procedure The data recorded by the display history screen function can be printed This section explains the procedure for printing display histories In display history printing the display number display time and comment for the displayed screen are printed in a fixed format e Items set with the support tool Attribute of the display
13. 115 Memory Tables and Bar Graph Section 5 2 e Order for writing to the PT status control area PC to PT First write the copy destination memory table number and then write the copy source memory table number to the PT status control area PC to PT The NT11S reads the area sometimes when the PC is writing the settings If the copy source memory table number has been written first and is changed unex pected memory table may possibly be changed Allocated words that the NT11S reads The NT11S reads the allocated words in the PC for the memory tables which need to be displayed If the copy source memory table is allocated to a PC word it may sometimes be used at the initialization only Use of the copy type Copy will not be executed when the copy type is other than O or 1 The memory table copy is executed only when the contents of the area are changed To repeat copying of the same copy source and same copy destination write a value other than 0 or 1 for the copy type and then write a correct value again e Copying a numeral memory table If the display method or the number of registered words include discrepancies a numeral memory table may not be copied and displayed correctly Application Example of Copying of a Character String Memory Table This example gives a PC program to switch the character string display on the screen by using the memory table copy operati
14. Allocated word for the PT status notify area CHO110 Numeral memory table entry No 3 DM 0005 saved word One Numeral memory table entry No 4 DM 0006 saved word One Data registered for the screens Numeral setting 1 Reference table numeral memory table No 3 Numeral setting 2 Reference table numeral memory table No 4 Numeral memory table entry number 3 4 digit input Qty 800 unit a Defect limit unit E Numeral memory table entry number 4 4 digit input e PC program Create the following PC ladder program 11211 MOV 21 1 Notification word for content upgrade memory table f DM0105 Word that stores the numeral memory table number Numeral setting strobe flag e Program operation 1 When the numeral setting strobe flag bit 11211 comes ON 1 the contents of CH 0111 the word where the content upgrade memory table is located are transferred to DM 0105 The number of the numeral memory table that con tains the upgraded data is stored in DM 0105 in this case it is 003 or 004 If the numeral memory table is allocated to a PC word the value input to it can be read easily by referring to the allocated word In this case the contents of numeral memory table No 3 are stored in DM 0005 and the contents of numeral memory table No 4 are stored in DM 0006 121 NTUS Status Control Section 5 4 5 4 NT11S Status Control The statuses of the NT11S can be controlled from the PC by writin
15. CQM1 Support tool NT11S Support Tool 5 1 2 Allocatable Bits and Words The following bits and words are allocated to the PC and used for the NT11S op eration The range of respective area varies with the type of PC Refer to Appendix H PC Memory Map page 160 The allocations must be made without exceeding respective area range OMRON PCs Allocated Word Area Name Allocated Bit String Internal Special Relay es a or comer A a Auxiliary Relay Link Relay O O OK A 1 word only NG Reference One allocation word of the memory table can use continuous areas of up to 2 words in the case of numeral memory table or 10 words in the case of character string memory table j IM NT Pr LR Note When allocating a memory table to words the allocation must not exceed the word area 5 1 3 Data Exchange in the Host Link NT Link There are two main methods for data exchange when using the host link NT link as follows e Using the PT status control area PT status notify area e Allocating numeral memory tables character string memory tables Using the PT status control area PT status notify area Contiguous areas 4 words for the PT status control area and 3 words for the PT status notify area must be allocated in the PLC memory in advance Screen switching memory table copy and PT status change operations etc are possible by using the PT status control area and PT status notify area 96 Outline of Host Lin
16. ERROR DATA 1 INIT DATA 2 SLCTIN DATA 3 GROUND DATA 4 GROUND DATA 5 GROUND DATA 6 GROUND DATA 7 GROUND ACK GROUND BUSY GROUND PAPER EMPTY GROUND SELECT 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 O Signal Timing The NT11S executes communication with a 2 wire handshake system using the STROBE signal and the ACK sig nal DATA STROBE i i i i i i t1 t2 and t3 are each 0 5 usec or longer 143 Dimensions Appendix B APPENDIX B Dimensions Body NT11S ST121 i ia cee Bat ees eee es N a TO OI co CTT m aa CTT Unit mm inch 144 NTUS Installation Environment Appendix C APPENDIX C NT11S Installation Environment When installing the PT in the operation panel observe the following points See also the section Getting Starting Note e The view angle of the LCD screen is 35 to the left and 35 to the right Install it at a position and height where operators will be able to see it well e Do not install the unit at locations where the ambient temperature goes outside the range 0 to 50 C or where the relative humidity goes outside the range 35 to 85 RH If the ambient temperature exceeds the range indicated above install a fan or an air conditioner Louvre Control panel e Provide sufficient space for ventilation e Do not install the unit directly above equipment that generates a lot of heat heaters transformers large capacity resistors etc e T
17. Use the panel fittings and tools included in the product package and follow the pro cedure below A Caution e On unpacking the unit check its external appearance and confirm that there is no damage Also confirm that there is no abnormal noise on shaking the unit lightly The product may malfunction if it is damaged e During work at the panel take care to ensure that no metal scraps enter the unit Otherwise the product may malfunction e 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 wa ter and dust resistance The panel must not be soiled or warped and must be able to support an installation that will remain secure and strong 1 Open a hole shown below in the panel and install the NT11S from the front side of the panel 98 825 mm gt 22 Installation Section 2 2 2 Attach the panel fittings at four positions for the upper lower sides and at two positions for the right and left sides shown below on the rear side of the NT11S Fit the hook of the fitting in the square hole in the body and tighten the screw with a Phillips head screwdriver while lightly pulling the fitting a N l eal A SDA SDB RDA RDB Le 2000000 HOHE o fo fo 2 2 2 Power Supply Connection Connect a 24 VDC power sup
18. table setting Copy type 0 Copy between the character string memory tables 1 Copy between the numeral memory tables Copy source and destination memory table numbers Character string memory table 000 to 255 Numeral memory table 000 to 511 114 Memory Tables and Bar Graph Section 5 2 Procedure e Available allocation words The PT status control area can be allocated to the following PC areas PM pene TO on ____ lniemalSpecal Rey moo pe o font feom SSS S c TO amooo peys mo o itink Rey CdS O OK NG The range of respective area varies with the type of PC Refer to Appendix H PC Memory Map page 160 1 Use the support tool to allocate the PT status control area PC to PT to the PC memory 2 Register the memory tables for the numerals and character strings to be dis played when creating the screen data by using the support tool To display a character string use character display and specify the charac ter string memory table by using the support tool To display numerals use numeral display and specify the numeral memory table by using the support tool 3 Set the copy source data to the memory table when creating the screen data by using the support tool Use table edit 4 Create a PC program to write the copy type copy destination memory table number and copy source memory table number to the copy memory table setting word in the PT status control area
19. 0000 to 0099 0000 to 0027 0000 to 0063 0000 to 0051 0000 to 6655 160 Appendix APPENDIX Special Characters Pin 2 of SW2 must be ON to enable English language messages to use the following codes Example Hex code is represented by 30 decimal code by 48 and character by O oO n gt Q xe ra 2 xe dp ca o O Q V v _ Cc V pa Q Q ie N a9 xe Cc ca O N xe O O English Character Codes Special Characters LO se tg 2 B O D B LO B 5 D J LO raft a TA I E Hex Digits Special Characters Appendix Hex Digits ist e e 208 224 gt gt gt TS Ol gJ O1 gt Oo Eom EA 163 ee See Em EES O co N O N gt JJ gt gJ O gt U N gt h k h k N15 3 5 3 S S F Tae gt m JJ m o_o oh o_o o_o h oh oO Go g y o Dyn j s Y O m UJ N Q O 8 ER ERAEEEEEEEE Used as the prefix for mark data codes 2 bytes 162 INDEX A Allocatable bits and words 96 Allocated Dil rrna dud E anid aimed nel Sts 10 Allocated word ccc cece eee eens 10 Angle of visibility 00 0 e eee eee 5 145 AU RESTON e rruan dea oak oan ane es 135 Automatic reset function 0005 60 B Backlight OFF function
20. 2 2 Characters and Figures Which can be Displayed 0 ee eee eee 78 Aas Serce MDI o 4 sade care aetwler AGS Rnd anata Bate EAR AOE AIO Ru DRE GG ORR OO 80 43 1 Classiicalion Of SCTEGNS 14st 2s ead eee eS owe ds oe ae aad ee ee de Ee ee R ES SES 80 4 3 2 SCTEen AUTIDULES 24cc nadie aeeidinddbayyaseealanmeaeine pase eee tdeediae yd 80 Bed Memory Tables acc ok itch toh ae echoes eal Ratt total sec acho wheal fel a a a e toed deeechud 81 4 4 1 Character sinne Memory Lables sx stussnrecine nde E nibaie AL Bale Shee Ganesha asap 81 A Numeral Memory MDE css wanatetea E eeince aed haley E RE E A maet eee Zea s 82 BaD at rap NG at eoa A oe bids caer Sheds ayant mani Mar aaavat a nud O E arenlasa te nave Si mace EAEE 83 dL Bar GraphiPuncuOns 224 345 iced shat een sehen ree ke cee ete keer takedenes 83 4 6 Nimeral Seung sreske Ocean ded werkt d Ooh aed eae se Coed ee ewrk ees eee 85 4 6 1 The Numeral Setting PUNCHON seess eenias ravia See GAA awed oS E 85 4 0 2 sing N umene Keys lt vs 045 425 ead eee eS owe dh eta NAEK FN AEAEE EEE 86 A Menu Sereen PUNCUON s enea45 30 ee ated oe ac abre Wess E C ReAEa ee aan eae ad 87 4 8 Password Screen Display Function 23 2 c0 085 00 bs eee a ee habe e a ee dues deh k be ee ks 88 4 9 Display History Screen Function 0 cc cece eee tee eee e eee ne eeee 90 4 10 Daily Report Display History Printing Function 0 0 eee eee eee 91 AIOE Priming Daily Repor cd cr
21. 6 1 Compa nbe FS wats dace a a Sel are bm twe ace egrets eee a A A R oi 220 2 SCOMMECING THE NTIS 5 ae Mol saan a mnie Ac diabolo a oe Mel ata EE EA 37 D202 de RC SWAVEMe SeN S ia cruel Meet carte a as Rtg atm cives Bg E ai Mice Reinet Set mien a aoe areal 38 22k COMMECIING BoP IME aere Stead Gala eh eee Oe eee eas cee oe eR eee 39 2 7 HOWTO CONNEC 226 itd atacwedbtos Sonat abe Chik Gabe Leek eos wed seas ES 39 17 Description of Parts and Settings Section 2 1 2 1 Description of Parts and Settings Before getting to the operation confirm the names and functions of parts Also set the DIP switches on the NT11S 2 1 1 Description of Parts Front View POWER LED Lit when the power is supplied Arrow keys Used to select the RUN LED required numerical value input field when Lit when the there is more than one communication on the screen status is normal m Numeric keys Used for inputting numerical values on screens that require numerical value input Function keys Display Used for direct An LCD screen with a backlight notifications to the PC Reference The NT11S comes in two body colors e NT11S ST121_ Beige e NT11S ST121B Black 18 Description of Parts and Settings Section 2 1 Rear View Connector for parallel interface connection Contrast control Connect the printer cable here Use a fine philips screwdriver Interface conforms to Centronics s
22. Cut the cable to the required length Remove the external vinyl insulation from the cable with a razor blade Take care not to damage the shielding underneath Cut back the shielding wire with scissors Use wire strippers to strip the insulation from each wire Fold back the shielding wire Wrap aluminum foil tape around the folded back shielding wire Units mm in Aluminum foil tape Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC Appendix D e Cable with Shielding Wire Not Connected to FG 1 Cut the cable to the required length 2 Remove the external vinyl insulation from the cable with a razor blade Take care not to damage the shielding underneath Cut back the shielding wire with scissors Use wire strippers to strip the insulation from each wire Wrap vinyl tape over the cut off end of the shielding wire Gi Units mm in Vinyl tape Soldering 1 Slide heat shrink tube over each wire 2 Pre solder each wire and connector cable 3 Solder each wire to the connector terminal Soldering iron Heat shrink tube F 1 5mm dia 10mm 4 Push the heat shrink tube over the soldered joint and heat the tube to shrink it in place Heat shrink tube 153 Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC Appendix D Connector Cover Assembly Assemble the connector covers as shown in the diagram below Aluminum foil tape End connected to FG End not conne
23. H PC Memory Map page 160 Outline of Host Link NT Link Operation Section 5 1 Procedure 1 Use the support tool to allocate the PT status notify area PT to PC to the PC memory 2 Create aPC program to read the currently displayed screen word in the in the PT status notify area when the screen switch strobe flag in the PT status notify area has turned ON Reference The contents of the currently displayed screen word are updated also by switcheing the screen by using the menu screen function of the NT11S For details on the menu screen function refer to 4 7 Menu Screen Function page 87 Example of Reading the Number of Currently Display Screen This example gives a PC program that reads the screen number each time the screen is switched In this example the number of the previous screen is also stored e Support tool settings Make the following settings with the support tool PT status notify area Word 0110 e PC ladder program 11212 Screen switch strobe flag 0 DM0101 MOV 21 DM0100 Word for storing the number of the previous screen 2 Word for notifying the number of the currently displayed screen Word for storing a new screen number e Program operation 1 When the NT11S screen display switches and the screen switch strobe flag bit 11212 turns ON the contents of DM0100 are transferred to DM0101 The number of the previously displayed screen
24. Link 2 0000022 95 5 1 Outline of Host Link NT Link Operation 0 0 cee ee eee 96 5 2 Memory Tables and Bar Graph 9 0 6 204 6405 6 2esdeastawd okie ese abe C29 GiwS os 106 Dao Numeral Senne 26cm duity achat Bee ee decile 8 ate dae Mian acer eens tlk a tee sai ee di 119 54A NTIS Stats Control 24 0cco 0 ogantdwitieg gaeid aaa E PERC ods Ge Gates Se 122 5 5 Notification of the Operating Status to the PC Determining the NT11S Operating Status 20 0 cee eee ee eee 126 SECTION 6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance I31 Gal Hardware Paulse whet oto beeen owiehe eh tale ee Bees te BAe Ble 132 6 2 Responding to Displayed Error Messages 0c eee eee eee 133 6 3 InspectiOmand Camina sene seyasi wean E SEES ae Bee Groen Sees 137 APPENDICES 2 c40234040e0n0te0tauwsdsandwecaace 139 PN SPO CALM AEL EE EE T GE ice es Pte E Bath ep ate fs ita Fa a ahs Yates Jo se a Sa 139 B INST SION Sic Be tea Rye er ana dad hats r acs geal ail Betas Selecta a O Ade 144 Co NEMS Installation Environment erretira ginek oboe edt eee Teed eke eee GEES e GAN 145 D Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC 00 2 0 0006 146 E Making the Cable for Connection to the Support Tool 0 0 2c eee eee 155 Bo NELS Mierna Proce ssi apneni erat wie a hasan EOE ayant cn ETENEE at atin meaner 156 Gi Model EB 28 6 na e ours een eee E MRO nee utd oe a oa eats oe 158 F
25. Numeric value Numeral table Product 137 units ar graph T 758 Characters text Characters and marks which do not need to be changed can be written directly to the screen Characters character string memory table Character strings stored in the character string memory table are displayed The display characters can be changed by changing the data stored in the character string memory table Numeric Values numeral memory tables Numbers stored in the numeral memory table are displayed The display numbers can be changed by changing the data stored in the numeral table Hexadecimal values can also be displayed Bar Graphs The bar graph extends and contracts in proportion to the data stored in the numer al memory table A percentage value can also be displayed simultaneously Marks Marks can be designed created and handled like characters by the user Functions of NTUS Section 1 3 1 3 4 System Keys Caution The NT11S has system keys on its panel for input functions The system keys are used for inputting numerical values and for notifications to the PC The system keys can be classified into the three types shown below Numeric keys Arrow keys Function keys Screen display Function keys T Numeric keys Arrow keys T HHE ERME e Numeric keys These are the numeral keys from 0 to 9 the decimal point key the sign key the C
26. OFF 0 Numeral setting strobe flag bit 11 When a numerical value has been set in a numeral memory table using the nu meral setting function of the NT11S the numeral setting strobe flag is ON 1 On notification to the PC it goes OFF 0 For details on how the numeral setting strobe flag is used refer to Notification of Numbers to the PC Password input error flag bit 9 If a value that does not match the password registered in NT 11S password set ting is input in three successive attempts the password input error flag comes ON 1 On notification to the PC it goes OFF 0 For details on how the password input error flag is used refer to 4 8 Password Screen Display Function page 88 127 Notification of the Operating Status to the PC Section 5 5 5 5 2 Reading the NT11S Operating Statuses This section explains the actual procedures used to determine the NT11S sta tuses and operating statuses In order to ascertain the NT 11S operating statuses the PT status notification bits are used The NT11S automatically notifies information such as operating statuses to the PT status notification bits in the PT status notify area PT gt PC allocated in the PC memory as follows Notification of operating mode PT operation status Notification of screen switching Screen switching strobe Notification of numerical value updates Numeral setting strobe flag
27. Reference The range of respective area varies with the type of PC Refer to Appendix H PC Memory Map page 160 1 Use the support tool to allocate the PT status control area PC to PT to the PC memory 2 Create a PC program to write the number of the displayed screen to the screen switch setting word in the PT status control area Use a 4 digit BCD binary coded decimal value to set a screen number If a screen has been switched by operating the PT status control area PC to PT the contents of the currently displayed screen word in the PT status notify area PT to PC also change e Screen switching timing The NT11S screen switches when the contents of the screen switch setting have changed To re specify the number of the currently specified screen first write the value 0000 to clear the screen before writing the appropriate screen number e Use of the screen switching strobe Create a program to read the number of the currently displayed screen and to write the number to the screen switch setting word at the leading edge of the screen switching strobe of the PT status notify area This program enables screen switching by using the Menu screen on the NT11S and eliminates re peated setting of the same screen number If the screen switching is not executed on the NT11S the screen switching strobe does not need to be checked For the screen switching strobe refer to the notifying the display
28. Tables 0 0020 a ee 108 5 2 2 Changing Displayed Numerals or Character Strings Changing the Contents of Allocated Words Direct Specification 111 5 2 3 Copying the Memory Tables heess 3 ted ee y ote eee eee O45 SS OAS a Le tees 114 5 2 4 Upgrading Bar Graphs Changing the Contents of Allocated Words 0 eee eee eee eee 118 S23 NUMER Seine 2 2 5 s5 tesa heen een Goud ae pene ae SEA ae ee eRe eee 119 5 3 1 Notification of Numbers to the PC sicie repinere t Canna EENE een eee 119 one NTIS Status Convo errs sae ice Be a nd ia eto ede nee Gh Ble ale a eRe le cata 122 5 4 1 Controllable NT11S Functions 2 5 0305 s4 ew aarss Ade dawg wh wie wRaIe sed amare eee 122 5 4 2 How to Control NT11S Functions 0 0 eee eens 124 5 5 Notification of the Operating Status to the PC Determining the NT11S Operating Status 0 0 0 eee eee 126 5 5 1 Ascertainable NT11S Statuses Notified Operating Statuses 126 5 5 2 Reading the NT11S Operating Statuses 0 0 ee ee nee 128 95 Outline of Host Link NT Link Operation Section 5 1 5 1 Outline of Host Link NT Link Operation This section describes the basics for operating the NT11S through communica tions with the PC using the host link NT link 5 1 1 Equipment and Settings Used in This Chapter The following equipment and settings are used in the examples in this Chapter Equipment PT NT11S ST121 PC
29. The recorded data is deleted when the power is switched OFF If the recorded data is required print it out before switching the power OFF Printing out the display history 90 The recorded display history can be printed out at a printer connected to the NT11S For details on how to do this see section 4 10 Daily Report Display Histo ry Printing Function page 91 Daily Report Display History Printing Function Section 4 10 4 10 Daily Report Display History Printing Function Reference The NT11S can print daily reports and display histories in response to instructions from the PC This section describes the procedure for printing daily reports and display histo ries Printers of the following type can be connected to the NT118 Models compatible with EPSON standard code ESC P 4 10 1 Printing Daily Reports Printing format The contents of the designated word are read and printed out in accordance witha format registered in advance with the support tool The method used to print the daily report is described below Create the printing format by using the support tool e The following types of characters and numerals can be printed Fixed characters Character attribute Normal Reverse Character size Equal Wide Variable characters characters printed after reading the contents of a desig nated word device Character attribute Normal Character size Equal Wide Variable numerical values numerica
30. area refer to the SYSMAC CQM1 CPM1 Programming Manual W228 E1 L Switch setting CQM1 only e RS 232C port communication conditions DIP SW5 Set SW5 to OFP to effect the existing settings of the PC system setting area PC system setting area settings Write settings to the PC system setting area data memory DM6645 NT link is used 38 Connecting a Printer Section 2 7 2 7 Connecting a Printer Daily reports and display histories can be printed onto a printer connected to the NT118 2 7 1 How to Connect Connect the printer to the NT 11S with a Centronics cable The length of the cable should not exceed 3 meters A Caution Ifthe connection cable is connected or disconnected while the power of the printer is on the NT11S may malfunction Make sure to turn off the power of the printer before connecting or disconnecting the connection cable CONT RESET 0 0 0080 EEEN o EPSON ESC P Printer 25 pin e Recommended printer EPSON ESC P Printer 25 pin If using other printer such printer should conform to ESC P 24 J81 which is the printer control standard of Epson 39 40 SECTION 3 System Menu Operation This section describes the operation of the System Menu focusing on the procedure to start up the NT11S Functions which will be convenient to use the NT11S and thos
31. can be increased by giving various attrib utes such as the enlarged or reverse display to the characters and figures The character and figure attributes can be set in the edit screen when creating the screen data by using the support tool Types and Attributes of Characters and Figures The following types of characters can be input by using the support tool and be displayed during operation Dots Maximum Number of vertical x Character Set Characters Displayed in One horizontal Screen without overwriting Character Type Normal height Alphanumerics and 20 characters x 4 lines 8x16 characters symbols 80 characters Marks 8x16 Create by using the support tool e Marks A mark is a graphic pattern created by 8 horizontal x16 vertical by using the support tool Marks can be handled the same as the normal size characters Up to 64 patterns can be defined within the total screen data 78 Outline of Functions Section 4 2 e Enlarged display of the characters and marks The characters and marks can be enlarged to the following scales PT PT Double x1 scale width scale e Reverse and flashing display Reverse display The display brightness of the character and the background is reversed comparing with the normal display Flashing display Characters are displayed as they flash The normal display alternates with no display Reverse and flashing display The reverse display alternates with the normal displ
32. during operation first select the numeral setting at which the data is to be input and then input the numerical value by pressing the numeric keys Selecting the Numeral Setting Area for Data Input If there is more than one numeral setting area on the screen select the one where numerical data is to be input using the arrow keys The numeral setting area cur rently selected for input is indicated by a frame cursor displayed around the input area To select other numeral setting areas use the A M K and arrow keys By using these keys the cursor can be shifted between multiple numeral setting areas to select the one where data is to be input in the way shown in the figure below ZN aor lt __ Inputting Numerical Values Input numerical values using the following numeric keys numerals 0 to 9 deci mal point sign clear CLR and return ENTER e Inputting the integer and decimal fraction parts Input the integer and decimal fraction separately First input the integer then press the decimal point key and input the decimal fraction If the integer or decimal fraction exceed their respective allowable numbers of display digits they are shifted to the left 86 Menu Screen Function Section 4 7 4 7 Menu Screen Function The NT11S has a function whereby screens can be switched even in the absence of a screen switching instruction from the PC by using numeric keys on the scr
33. how the numerical data input atan NT11S is ascertained by the PC In order to determine when numerical data has been input at the NT11S the nu meral setting strobe flag in the PT status notify area is used In order to determine the upgraded numeral memory table number the content upgrade memory table in the PT status notify area is used When numerical data is input at the NT11S this is automatically notified to the PT status notify area PT PC allocated in the PC memory as follows Notification of upgrade PT status numeral setting strobe flag turned ON 1 Upgraded numeral table number Stored in the content upgrade memory table When the PC reads the content upgrade memory table at the leading edge of the numeral setting strobe flag it determines the numeral memory table number in which the numerical data that was changed at the NT11S is stored JIE Numeral memory table 1 12345678 12345678 PT status notify area lt Table No lt Numeral setting strobe flag Allocated word numeral table 1 12345678 Start Start 1 119 Numeral Setting Section 5 3 Content upgrade memory table in the PT status notify area and PT status 1514131211109 8 76543 21 OBit Word DA m 2 PT status 0 0 Numeral memory table No 000 to 127 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 Bit m2 Jolo o o Data is written to the content upgrade memory table as three digits of BCD binary coded decimal data
34. is only executed when the contents of the PT status con trol area are changed after the NT11S has been started up Since control of the NT11S statuses is executed after the bits corresponding to the PT status control bits have changed to execute control again the corre sponding bits must be specified again 124 NTUS Status Control Section 5 4 Example use of the PT status control bits The example below shows how the PT status control bits are used to execute daily report printing e Setting at the support tool Perform the following setting with the support tool PT status control area allocated word CH0100 e PC program Create the following PC ladder program 00110 1 PT status control word Set the daily report printing bit only to 1 PT status control word 00111 2 PT status control word Set the daily report printing bit only to 0 PT status control word e Program operation 1 When contact 00110 comes ON the daily report printing bit bit 4 of the PT status control area is set to 1 The status of bits other than bit 4 remains un changed When bit 4 is set to 1 the daily report is printed 2 When contact 00111 comes ON the daily report printing bit bit 4 of the PT status control area is set to O The status of bits other than bit 4 remains un changed 125 Notification of the Operating Status to the PC Section 5 5 5 5 Notification of the Op
35. is stored in word 0101 2 The new screen number notified by the NT11S is read and transferred to DM0100 The number of the currently displayed screen is stored in DMO100 105 Memory Tables and Bar Graph Section 5 2 5 2 Memory Tables and Bar Graph This section describes allocation of the memory table to PC words and changes to the contents of words necessary to display characters numerals and graphs by communicating with the PC using the host link NT link For the functions relating to memory tables and bar graphs refer to 4 4 Memory Tables page 81 and 4 5 Bar Graphs page 83 respectively Writing Words to the Character String Memory Table Since the character string memory tables can be allocated to the words in the PC the PC can write data to the character string memory tables or the initial values can be set when creating the screen data Display area where the character string NT11S memory table No 2 is allocated Character string memory table OMRON The contents are the same while they are displayed Can be updated by the PC During the operation the display contents are automatically updated so that the contents of the character string memory table being displayed are the same as that of the PC word Setting the Words of the Character String Memory Table When creating the screen data by using the support tool make the following set tings for each numbered character string e Initialization setti
36. may operate unpredictably Use the System program erase function only when changing the system pro gram It the system program is erased it will not be possible to use the functions of the NT11S unless another system program is transferred If the DIP switch settings have been changed when the NT11S is powered reset the power to the NT11S The changes with the DIP switches become effective only after the power supply is reset 21 Installation Section 2 2 2 2 Installation Install the NT11S to the operation panel and connect the power to the NT11S as described below Correct Use Do not install the unit at sites subject to the following conditions Otherwise the product may malfunction e Severe temperature variations e Temperatures or humidities outside the ranges stated in the specifications e High humidity condensation e Splashing chemical agents e Severe oil splashing e Corrosive or flammable gases e Strong vibrations or shocks e Direct exposure to wind and rain outdoor sites e Strong ultra violet irradiation Take adequate measures to ensure shielding if the unit is used at a location sub ject to any of the following conditions Otherwise the product may malfunction e Static electricity or noise from other equipment e Strong electromagnetic fields e Nearby power cables e Potential exposure to radioactivity 2 2 1 Installation to the Operation Panel The NT11S can be flush mounted to an operation panel
37. meth od If the distance between the NT11S and the PC is greater than 15 m this method should be used The maximum distance over which a connection can be made is 500 m when using the RS 422A method the host computer and PC are usually con nected in a 1 to N ratio more than one PC but in the special case of the connec tion between the NT11S and PC the ratio is 1 to 1 In order to make a connection to the PC using the host link method RS 422A type the Comm Type memory switch of the NT 11S must be set to the host link and the Comm Port memory switch must be set to RS 422A For details on memory switch settings see Selecting the Host Communication Method page 58 2 5 1 Compatible PCs Some models and series of OMRON PCs have the host link function built in Check the model and series of the PC against the type of host link unit before mak ing the connections The compatible PCs are listed in the table below Units with Built in Host Link Function PC Series Connectable to Host Link Unit CPU Unit C200HS CPU21 E C200H LK201 V1 C200HS CPU23 E C200HS C200H LK202 V1 C200HS CPU31 E C200HS CPU33 E C series CQM1 CPU21 E CQM1 CPU41 E CQM1 CPU42 E CQM1 CQM1 CPU43 E CQM1 CPU44 E 31 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 422A Type Section 2 5 2 5 2 Parts Required for Connection The RS 422A cable used for RS 422A communications is not supplied by OM RON Make this cable in accordance wi
38. not been set Use the support tool to set the head words of the PT set for the PT status control area and PT status control area and PT status notify area in the status notify area screen data then transfer the screen data again There is no screen data Transfer the screen data from the support tool Screen Data Corrupted There is an error in the registered Transfer the screen data from the support tool again screen data after initializing the screen data memory in the mainte nance mode 133 Responding to Displayed Error Messages Section 6 2 6 2 2 Errors Occurring During Operation The table below shows the errors that can occur during operation of the NT11S and their remedies QQ command is not avail NT11S connected to an incompatible Connect the NT11S to a compatible PC able PC Setting Error Bits or words allocated to the PC Check the memory area in the PC and correct the bit memory cannot be found in the and word allocations in the screen data screen data Specified Screen Cannot An unregistered screen number is Specify a registered screen number Bemave Species iM SEIRE witching Transfer the screen corresponding to the specified number from the support tool 6 2 3 Errors Occurring on Screen Data Initialization and Transfer The table below shows the errors that can occur when data is written to the NT11S screen data memory and their remedies Initialization Error Hardware fault or screen data If t
39. processing Periodic Processing When the NT11S is inthe RUN mode it executes the following internal processing cyclically The contents of all the allocated bits and words used for screen display are read from the PC at one time allowing high speed processing NT11S processing NT11S power ON Initial processing Operation start Initial values written to the memory tables PT PC Screen switching The allocated bits and words for the display elements that have to be read from the PC are PT gt PC registered in the PC Reading of allocated bits and words PT lt PC Details of processing Hardware check communication status check etc executed When the values registered in the NT11S are used as the initial values in the memory tables these values are written into the allocated words of the PC Registration of the read allocated bits and words in the PC The contents of the allocated bits and words registered in the PC are all read at one time Note Only the data of the PC Status Control Area and data for currently displayed screens is read from the PC Even if the contents of the PC words allocated as memory tables are changed the data are not upgraded at the NT11S unless these memory tables are used for screen displays The maximum number of bits words that can be read is 120 words per screen If the number that can be read is exceeded the data are not upgraded 156 NTIS Internal Process
40. starting the inspection The tools supplied with the NT11S Screwdrivers Philips flat head Tester or digital voltmeter Industrial alcohol 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 Caution Do not disassemble for repairs or modification Otherwise the product may mal function 137 Inspection and Cleaning Section 6 3 e Points inspected Inspect the following points to determine if there is any divergence from the stated criteria If there is either improve the surrounding environment so that the values fall within the stated range or adjust the NT11S Point Inspected Inspection Details Inspection Instrument Power supply voltage Fluctuation in power supply ter Permissible voltage fluctuation Tester minal voltage range 24 VDC 15 10 Ambient environmental Ambient temperature tempera 0 to 50 C Thermometer conditions ture in the operation panel Ambient humidity 35 to 85 RH Hygrometer humidity in the operation pan el Presence absence of dust Dust must not be settled Visual inspection Mounting conditions Looseness of mounting brack To be no looseness Accessory tools ets etc Connector connections of con To be fully inserted and locked necting cable with no looseness Looseness of screws in exter To be no looseness Philips screwdriver nal
41. the LED check press any two of the function keys simultaneously 65 System Maintenance Section 3 10 LCD check Check the LCD of the NT11S by performing the following operations starting from the system menu Select Maintenance Mode SYSTEM MERU with the X key then press EN Quit TER Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode PT Setting Select I O Check with the key then press ENTER I O Check Initialize Memory Memory Switch Select LCD Check with the key then press ENTER Quit LED Check LCD Check e Inthe LCD check all of the dots that comprise the screen are displayed one ata time starting at the top left corner of the screen The LCD check is completed when all the dots are displayed e To abort the LCD check press any two function keys simultaneously 66 System Maintenance Section 3 10 Key input check Check the numeric keys arrow keys and function keys of the NT11S by perform ing the following operations starting from the system menu Select Maintenance Mode SYSTEM MENU EE lea Heroes EN Quit TER Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode PT Setting Select I O Check with the key then press ENTER I O Check Initialize Memory Memory Switch Display the next page by press Quilt LED Check LCD Check Press ENTER Page Key Check Tool I F Input Check All the keys to be checked are displayed on the scr
42. they are not supplied with the COH The connector provided in the CPU unit of the CLJLJH is a 9 pin connector For the connection the following con nector and connector hood should be prepared e Connector XM2A 0901 9 pin type OMRON e Connector cover XM2S 0911 9 pin type OMRON Prepare the cable recommended by OMRON The recommended cables are indicated in the following table H 9293A CO HC ESV 3P 7 0 2 For RS 422A HIRAKAWA Hewtech Corp 150 Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC Appendix D Connector Specifications and Wiring for OMRON Units RS 422A Type Connecting an NT11S to a C Series Host Link Unit e C Series Host Link Connector Specifications e Applicable Host Link Unit C200H LK202 V1 e Electrical characteristics Conform to EIA RS 422A e Signal direction Signal input and output is relative to the host link unit Connector ae Signal Direction Signal Name Abbreviation Signal ground Send data B O 6 Receive data A Frame ground ar ae Send data A e Wiring Connections RS 422A RS 422A terminal interface 151 Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC Appendix D Making the Cable The procedure to make up the cable is described below Cable Preparation The preparation of the cable differs according to whether or not the shielding wire is to be connected to the FG e Cable with Shielding Wire Connected to FG 1 2 O x S Nr 152
43. tool and transfer the system program from the system transfer tool to the NT118S For details on connecting the NT 11S to the system transfer tool see 3 5 Transfer ring the System Program page 51 Transfer the Screen Data page 54 Connect a support tool to the NT11S and transfer the screen data from the support tool to the NT11S For the connection of a support tool refer to Section 2 3 Connecting to the Support Tool page 25 Memory Switch Setting page 57 Select the System Menu and set the conditions for communications with the PC using the memory switch Start the Operation page 62 Connect to the PC and start the operation System Maintenance page 65 If an error has occurred during operation check the I Os settings etc referring to this guide 42 Starting the NTIS Section 3 2 3 2 Starting the NT11S When the NT11S is started it will enter the RUN mode if system settings and screen data registration have been completed If no screen data has been regis tered or the screen data are destroyed the System Menu will be displayed Before turning ON the power check the following DIP switch settings on the NT118 e SW2 2 Screen data forced initialize effective ineffective is set to OFF ineffec tive e DIP SW2 6 system pragram erase is OFF For the DIP switch settings of the unit refer to the DIP switch settings page 20 3 2 1 Changing the System Settings etc Pr
44. unit connec tors and connect the NT11S to the PC To make a connector cable refer to Appendix D Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC page 146 Caution Before inserting or removing the connectors make sure that the NT11S and the PC are turned OFF e After connecting a communication cable always secure it with the screws Otherwise the cable may disconnect causing operation to fail e The cable s tensile load is 30 N Do not subject it to loads greater than this Otherwise a discontinuity may occur causing operation to fail Connecting to a PC with a 25 pin Connector Use a connector cable with a 25 pin connector on one end and a 9 pin connector on the other end NT11S side to connect the NT11S to a PC with a 25 pin connec tor NT11S Host link unit CPU unit C200H 2 C200HS TPP A sos 500 aoa roo S06000 Eee o Host I F connector RS 232C 9 pin type TTT 9 pin connector 25 pin connector p E p Vo RS 232C connector cable Connecting to a PC with a 9 pin Connector Use a connector cable with a 9 pin connector on both ends to connect the NT11S to a PC with a 9 pin connector NT11S Host link unit CPU unit C200H O C200HS T AD soa soe eos eoe 000000 Eee o z Host I F connector RS 232C 9 pin type
45. will also change Messages can be displayed easily Reading and writing are executed so that the contents of allocated words are always the same as those of the character string memory tables 13 Direct Connection Function Section 1 5 Functions of the PT Status Control Area PC to NT11S The PT status control area is used to control the NT11S status When data is written to this area in the PC the NT11S reads the contents and operates accord ing to the contents Example of the PT status control area application When data is written to the PT status control area the NT 11S will operate as given below PT status control area Screen 3 NT11S PC Screen switch setting Betas 0050 Memory table 1007 Copy setting 8010 ee PT status control bits Numeral memory table 50 Li Copy Numeral memory table 7 Con Printing of daily reports or display histories Functions of the PT Status Notify Area NT11S to PC The PT status notify area is used to notify the changes of the NT11S status When a change is made in the NT11S status the change is written to this area in the PC By reading the data from the area the NT11S status can be checked Example of the PT status notify area application When a change is made inthe NT 11S status such change will be notified to the PT status notify area as mentioned below Numeral memory table 13 12345678 42345678 PT status notify area Currently displa
46. wiring Conditions of external connect Faults such as incipient discon Visual inspection ing cables nections Components with limited Brightness of the backlight Must be sufficiently bright Visual inspection lives Backlight life 50 000 hours Cautions on replacing the NT11S When replacing the NT11S after discovering a fault during inspections note the following points e Be sure to switch the power OFF before replacement e After replacement check that the new NT11S is not subject to the same error e Ifa faulty unit is returned for repairs write as detailed a description of the fault as possible and send this description together with the unit to the OMRON address indicated on the back cover of this book A Caution The disposal of the unit may be regulated by nationl or local authorities Dispose of them in accordance with the laws and regulations of the relevant country and local authority 138 Specifications Appendix A APPENDIX A Specifications General Specifications 35 to 85 RH with no condensation Noise resistance Common mode between power supply and panel 1000 Vp p Normal mode 300 Vp p Pulse width 100 ns to1 s Pulse rise time 1 ns Vibration resistance 10 to 22 Hz with 1 5 mm double amplitude for a total of 30 min in X Y and Z directions A a Enclosure ratings Front panel Equivalent to IP65 front face waterproof construction Rear case IP20 Terminals IP00 139 Spec
47. 00005 63 Bar graphs lt 2 iweaies eco sas as we ea eee es 83 Before operating ccc cece 15 C Cannot communicate s s asasaran 132 Changing displayed numerals or character stringS nana anaana 111 114 Changing the contents of allocated WOAS ce eree E E ENRE 111 118 Changing the settings nananana annn 43 Character stting ress rorirori norit errin ay 13 Character string memory table 13 81 111 Characters sic suid eee ads mek enudaswa 7 78 81 Check on communication 00005 68 Classification of screens 00 0 eee 80 Communication is automatically reset 60 Communications with PCs 005 11 Compatible POS ar errori eerten OA 26 37 Connecting the NT11S 0 0a eae 27 CORMCCIOR serian enone we whens see ees sath ats 27 Connector for parallel interface connection 19 Connector specifications 065 147 Content upgrade memory table 120 Contrast control 910 032 brane tires Hear oe ee ee 19 Control timing 5 cic aed eae eerste el awe gas 124 Controlling the NT11S status 98 122 Controlling the display elements 97 Copy memory table setting 114 Copy type ir wrecked cin na Raha mre eee 4 hae aie 114 116 Copying the memory table 114 Creating screen data 0 ccs 73 CMD TEMMINAl eres eann daa die eae sen 23 Currently displayed screen word
48. 001 1 NT11S stopped PT status error storage word 2 NT11S operating password input error PT status error storage word 1 When PT operating status contact 11215 goes OFF 0 1 NT11S stopped is sent to DM0001 2 If password input error contact 11209 comes ON 1 while PT operating status contact 11215 is ON 1 2 NT11S operating password input er ror is sent to DMOO001 129 130 SECTION 6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance This section describes the action to take when NT1I1S errors occur and how to carry out maintenance and inspections to prevent the occurrence of errors paik Hardware UNG 5 ete ee eet et A Pe cee Rn ei et Sl hi a eae a a Gta lO 132 6 2 Responding to Displayed Error Messages 0 0 cece eee eee eee eee 133 6 2 1 Errors Occurring when the Power is Switched ON 0 0 eee eee eee ee 133 6 2 2 Errors Occurring During Operation 0 eee eee eee ees 134 6 2 3 Errors Occurring on Screen Data Initialization and Transfer 134 6 2 4 Communication Errors 045 ece ences ra NEE cake Meee AEREE REANA eed bead 135 O Inspection and Cleanin 4 74 theta ince cea eee tua Cae E EA E T EE t37 131 Hardware Faults 6 1 Hardware Faults Section 6 1 When a fault relating to the operation of the NT11S occurs find the symptoms in the table below and respond by following the corresponding Reme
49. 5 Connection to a PC by the NT Link RS 422A Type page 31 Responding to Displayed Error Messages Section 6 2 6 2 Responding to Displayed Error Messages When the NT11S displays one of the messages indicated below determine the cause by referring to the table below and take the action indicated in the Remedy column 6 2 1 Errors Occurring when the Power is Switched ON The table below shows the errors than can occur when the power is switched ON Connecting To Host Memory switch setting is incorrect Check the communication settings by using the memory switch option in the maintenance mode and match the setting of the PC and NT11S Refer to 3 7 Setting the Conditions of Communica tion with the PC by Using the Memory Switches page 57 The NT11S and PC are not correctly Check that the type and length of the connecting connected to each other cable and the wiring method conform with the specifi cations Refer to 2 4 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 232C Type page 26 and 2 5 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 422A Type page 31 In the case of a host link connection Correct the PC s terminal resistor setting the PC s terminal resistor setting is Refer to 2 4 Connection to a PC by the Host Link incorrect RS 232C Type page 26 and 2 5 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 422A Type page 31 No Direct information is Allocated words have
50. H PC Memory Map s sca e stew sated ewe ns oe hee eae AAAA awed 160 I wpecial Characters sin iarr E E T a aie Rove Maca ahd Carag S aang E ERAY 161 About this Manual This manual describes the basic functions and operation procedures of the NT series programmable ter minal NT11S its operations when connected to a PC and includes the sections described below Please read this manual carefully and be sure you understand the information provided before attempting to install and operate the NT series programmable terminal NT118S Section 1 describes the operation functions system configuration and the direct connection function of the NT11S Section 2 describes the hardware settings installation to an operation panel connection to optional de vices and PC Section 3 describes the operation of the System Menu and the maintenance of the NT11S Section 4 describes the functions of the NT11S when it is connected to a PC Section 5 describes how to use the NT11S when it is connected to the PC using the host link or NT link Section 6 describes the procedures to follow when the NT11S does not operate correctly APPENDIX describes the specifications and the method for making connecting cables and includes an area list for the PC 1x Related Manuals and Their Contents The related manuals are listed below The L symbol at the end of the manual number is the revision history symbol Operating the programmable terminal and commun
51. LR key and the ENTER key These keys are used for inputting nu merical values e Arrow keys Used to select the required numerical value input field when there is more than one on the screen e Function keys Used for notifications from the NT11S to the PC Also used to switch between the RUN mode and the system menu when the power is switched on Do not use input functions such as PT function keys for applications where danger to human life or serious property damage is possible or as the emergency stop switch System Configuration Section 1 4 1 4 System Configuration This section gives the basic configuration of a system which uses an NT11S Use an RS 232C cable to connect to a PC Refer to the manual for individual device for information on the equipment other than the NT11S in the system OMRON s PC Controls NT11S as required while controlling machines and monitoring the production line Host link CQM1 C200H S series PC CQM1 C200HS series NT11S can be connected directly to the CPU unit Note that C200H requires a host link unit NT link CQM1 C200H S series PC CQM1 can be used with CPU41 42 43 44 E C200HS can be used with CPU21 23 31 33 E RS 232C cable for host link Max 15 m or RS 422A cable for host link Max 500 m Support tool T inl A NT11S Computer Support tool 4 l l l Gives displays of producti
52. Maintenance Mode Have system settings and screen data registration been completed Have two function keys been pressed Maintenance Mode Installed System program installed not installed Not installed System Transfer Mode system Program ENTER isn t installed Press ENTER key to start install 44 Operation Modes and the System Menu Section 3 3 3 3 2 Menu Tree The System Menu allows to effect various NT11S functions by using the System keys The NT11S s functions with respect to the System Menu are related as shown below For the operations with the System Menu refer to the Operations with the System Menu page 46 SYSTEM MENU Quit Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode MAINTENANCE MENU 0 CHECK MENU PT Setting page 69 I O Check page 65 Init Memory page 48 Memory Switch page 57 MEMORY INIT Screen memory initialization page 48 MEMORY SWITCH MENU Backlight OFF page 63 Automatic Reset page 60 Comm Type Host Link page 58 Baud Rate page 59 Comm Port page 61 45 Operation Modes and the System Menu Section 3 3 3 3 3 Operations with the System Menu Note The following gives the procedure to call the System Menu select the menu items and other operations with the System Menu Make sure that DIP SW2 4 Switching to the System Menu enabled disabled is set to OFF enabled If th
53. NT11S will return to the RUN mode Transmit Mode The Transmit Mode screen will be displayed to allow the trans mission of the screen data between the NT11S and the support tool For the transmission of the screen data refer to Section 3 6 Registering the Screen Data page 54 Maintenance Mode The Maintenance Mode menu will be displayed to allow the maintenance of the NT11S system Switching from the System Menu to the RUN mode The NT11S will exit the System Menu and switch to the RUN mode in the cases mentioned below e Selecting Quit in the System Menu e The screen System keys is not pressed for over 10 seconds 47 Initializing Memory Section 3 4 3 4 3 4 1 48 Initializing Memory Reference Note Initialization If the NT11S is used for the first time or if the screen data is ruined and the NT11S cannot be normally started the memory needs to be initialized The memory initialization is required in the cases mentioned below e When the NT11S is used for the first time or when an error message indicating that the screen data is ruined etc when the NT11S is started e When the screen has disappeared during the start up or operation Use the NT11S DIP SW2 2 Screen data forced initialize effective ineffective ini tializes the memory When an error has occurred the error messages such as Screen data corrupted will be displayed For the error messages displayed on the
54. No Status Comment 1 Sp Lay t Di Select Conti rm Next Page Prey Page Mark Unmark Unmark All Mark Unmark ALL File Selection Menu 1 OS Pe ns Oo ep oo oo oo H 4 To the File Selection Enter filename to newly created screen data Return to the File List File List NT11S 32KB NEW FILE Creation of New File SAMPLE Select Confirm Next Page Prey Page Exit to Main Menu Pressing the F8 Start up screen key allows setting of the screen number to be displayed when the NT11S is booted Transmitting Screen Data to the NT11S 76 Transmit the screen data created by using the support tool to the NT11S screen data memory Connect the NT11S to the support tool and set the NT 11S to Transmit Mode Then press the F6 Transmit key in the File List screen to transmit the created screen data to the NT11S Outline of Functions Section 4 2 For the connection procedure to the support tool refer to Section 2 3 Connecting to the Support Tool page 25 For the transmission of the screen data refer to Section 3 6 Registering the Screen Data page 54 4 2 Outline of Functions 4 2 1 NT11S Screen Composition of the Screen Screen Management Special Screen Number This section gives the outline of the screen which is the basis of all NT 11S func tions For specific operation procedure using host link NT link such as screen switching refer to Section 4 3 Scr
55. QM1 CPU41 E CQM1 CQM1 CPU42 E CQM1 CPU43 E CQM1 CPU44 E C200HS CPU21 E Features a connector for RS 232C connections C200HS C200HS CPU23 E selectable 9 pin C200HS CPUS31 E C200HS CPU33 E CPUs For Connection Via an NT Link Pe a RR a CQM1 CPU41 E Features a 9 pin connector for RS 232C connections C series CQM1 CPU42 E CQM1 CQM1 CPU43 E CQM1 CPU44 E C200HS CPU21 E Features a 9 pin connector for RS 232C connections C200HS C200HS CPU23 E C200HS CPU31 E C200HS CPU33 E Related Parts and Equipment for PT Name Mode SSCS Support Tool NT11S ZA3AT EV1 3 5 inch FD for NT11S series Model List Appendix G Parts Used for Connection Connection cable a AWG28 x 5P Multicore cable manufactured by Fujikura Ltd IFVV SB CO MA VV SB Multicore cable manufactured by Hitachi Cable Ltd 5P x 28AWG H 9293A For RS 422A manufactured by HIRAKAWA Hewtech Corp CO HC ESV 3P x 7 0 2 Applicable connectors a a Connector XM2A 2501 25 pin manufactured by OMRON XM2A 0901 9 pin Plug manufactured by OMRON 159 PC Memory Map Appendix H APPENDIX H PC Memory Map OMRON C Series Memory Map Area IR Area HR Area ARArea Link Relay Timer Count DM Area Area er Area Ladder type C200H 0000 to 0255 0000 to 0099 0000 to 0027 0000 to 0063 0000 to 0511 0000 to 1999 C200HS 0000 to 0511 0000 to 0099 0000 to 0027 0000 to 0063 0000 to 0511 2000 to 6655 7000 to 9999 CQM1 0000 to 0255
56. Section 3 5 4 Press the return key to enter the system transfer mode as shown below INSTALL MODE 5 The NT11S is now on standby for reception Start transfer of the program by using the system transfer tool When the NT11S starts reception the screen shown below is displayed INSTALL MODE downloading 6 When transfer of the system program is completed the NT11S displays the screen shown below Downloading is completed Press any key to run 7 Pressing any key when using the system transfer tool will return you to the main menu screen 8 You can quit the system transfer mode and return to the RUN mode by simulta neously pressing any two of the four function keys on the panel of the NT11S The same result is achieved when the NT11S receives a transfer end instruc tion from the system transfer tool Points to observe during transfer of the system program If any of the following events or a system error occurs during transfer of the sys tem program the program will not be installed in the NT11S correctly e The power to the NT11S is switched off or the NT11S is reset during transfer e The power to the personal computer that is running the system transfer tool is switched off or the personal computer is reset during transfer e The cable connecting the personal computer running the system transfer tool and the NT11S becomes disconnected or sustains a wire breakage during trans fer e Tr
57. Set these switches to 0 e Baud rate SW3 Set this switch to 5 to select 9600 bps Set this switch to 6 to select 19200 bps 35 Section 2 5 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 422A Type Setting the rear switches C200H LK201 V1 CTS selector switch External a van e CTS selection selector switch ON Set this always to OV ON C200H LK202 V 1 This type has an RS 422A connector 1 tc CTS selector switch protocol External ON J J OV ON 1 to N protocol OFF e j to 1 1 to N protocol selection selector switch Set this switch to 1 to N OFF 36 Connection to a PC by the NT Link Section 2 6 2 6 Connection to a PC by the NT Link Connect the NT 11S to an OMRON PC by the NT link method To connect the NT11S to a PC by the NT link method the NT11S memory switch for host communication must be set for the NT link For the host communication setting refer to Selecting the Host Communication Method page 58 2 6 1 Compatible PCs Some models and series of OMRON PCs have the host link function built in Check the model and series of the PC against the type of host link unit before marking the connections The compatible PCs are listed in the table below CQM1 CPU41 E CQM1 CPU42 E CQM1 CPU43 E CQM1 CPU44 E CQM1 C series C200HS CPU21 E C200HS CPU23 E C200HS CPU31 E C200HS CPU33 E C200HS 2 6 2 Connect
58. T11S Host link unit CPU unit P e T Dom TRIKO jaa t 9 pin connector RS 422A terminal 9 pin connector i block z RS 422A connector cable max cable length 500 m C200H C200HS Ea Reference Carry out class 3 grounding at the FG terminal of the PC For details refer to the manual for the PC N Caution Switch off the NT11S power supply before connecting or disconnecting a connec tor 33 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 422A Type Section 2 5 2 5 4 Connector Specifications and Wiring for Each Unit The combination of pin numbers to which the connecting wires are connected dif fers according to the connector specifications for each unit Check the connector specifications of the unit to be connected and make the wiring connections by re ferring to the relevant connection combination among those indicated below For details on making the cable see Making the Cable for Connection to the PC RS 422A Type page 150 NT11S RS 422A terminal block specifications Connected terminal block RS 422A terminal block M3 5 screws Electrical characteristics Conform to EIA RS 422A Signal direction Signal input and output is relative to the NT11S Signal Direction Signal Name Abbreviation input Send data A SDA SD O SDB SDa O RaRo o RBR o e Connecting an NT11S to a C series host li
59. TS 3 6c yeics oy 5 Glas bowel scar eee a geiko yaks wae 3 13 gt Functions OF NTIIS 2 2 3 00 oars cate tesa eee ee Sie oper heated he Cew arabe keen 5 Ted 2SVSleMCODMSUTATION iiir tence euE Gale Swan cece Weg ek Yee BN Sate yale mW gee 9 1 5 Direct Connection Funcion saarea tesa eee ee Sica bere sadehevew acaba eee 10 t BeroresOperauin 5 22434468 How acai gees hae e eens ap eres hearer en cate tases 15 SECTION 2 Hardware Settings and Connections 17 21 Descripvion Or Parts and Seuines noua te ne eure eed ee eee eens eae Ses 18 22 SUAS CALIA ODL say 45 ta piek ese Ooh ct a BR gcd ect BV Bs eh a a te gee ge ah hee age dite 22 2 Conmmecine to the Suppo Tool rererere a Paes See OT PEAS eee RS 25 2 4 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 232C Type 2 004 26 2 5 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 422A Type 0 20 2 005 31 2 6 Connection toa PC by the NT Link sccsorrisriienra terida pirea ee eens 37 Ze Conmeen SEMET 32 s inal hee ee soe ee ne ENEE ese her eagas ery Gees 39 SECTION 3 System Menu Operation ccccccesccscceeee 41 3 1 Operation Plow by the System Menu s 2 ccia cierto oud E ENEE EEE EEEE 42 Fo SAna Me NLIS sagem te ten nin asin E oral antares eine ee Gana E TOEA Sees 43 3 3 Operation Modes and the System Men icin whadu aoatie kena ease pase dda ees 44 JA Witte zing MOMO 625 se AS beeen pare ea es Ga Raa eee eos 48 32 Aran terane
60. ac ata a ta armcive 2g E aia Mice Reinet oat meena aoe areal 91 4 1 0 2 Printing Display Histories 24g oa ad PA Seek Paks Seether E ee ees 93 71 Creating and Transmitting Screen Data Section 4 1 4 1 Creating and Transmitting Screen Data This section describes briefly the support tool settings required for creating screen data and the screen data creation procedure Reference For the details of the support tool and screen data creation refer to the NT series NT11S Support Tool Operation Manual VO30 E1 4 1 1 Setting the Support Tool for Use with the NT11S To create the screen data for the NT11S make settings with the support tool for use with the NT11S NUS Support Tool Version 1 0 Main Menu Edit Screen Select Tool Settings Confirm Exit C OMRON Corporation 1995 All Rights Reserved 4 Select Tool Settings Tool Settings Comunication Port Work Directory Data Directory Change Setting futo refresh setting 72 Creating and Transmitting Screen Data Section 4 1 4 1 2 Creating Screen Data Screen Data Creation Method The screen data is created by using the support tool The support tool registers the screen data used with one NT11S to one file Screen data can be created by one of the following three methods e creating a new file e editing an existing file e reading and editing selected screens from an existing file Screen Data Creation Procedure The following g
61. an NT11S to a C Series CQM1 C200HS Series CPU e C Series CQM1 C200HS Series CPU Unit 9 pin Connector Specifications Applicable CPU CQM1 CPU21 E C200HS CPU21 E CQM1 CPU41 E C200HS CPU23 E CQM1 CPU42 E C200HS CPU31 E CQM1 CPU43 E C200HS CPU33 E CQM1 CPU44 E e Electrical characteristics Complies with EIA RS 232C e Signal direction Signal input and output is relative to the PC Signal Direction Connector Signal Name Abbreviation 2 Pin No Output 2 Seda o e LE eee 3 Receive data RD RXD o 4 __ Requesttosend RSATS o Le e Wiring Connections Either short the RS and CS pins of the PC connector together or set the CTS setting selector switch at the rear face of the host link unit to OV see in the figure NT11S PC host link unit vi Abbrevi Pin Pin Abbre ation number number ation RS 232C ee ay interface interface R eer i 5 H Sv 6 E 2 Sea ee e sa 9 9 pin connector Shielding wire 149 Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC Appendix D Making the Cable for Connection to the PC RS 422A Type Parts Required Two connectors two connector covers and one cable are required to make up a connecting cable One connector and one connector cover is supplied with most PCs D Connector pec When connecting the NT 11S to an OMRON PLC CULIH the connector and the connector cover must be prepared separately since
62. ansfer is terminated by pressing any two of the function keys on the panel of the NT11S 52 Registering the Screen Data Section 3 6 e Transfer is terminated by pressing the ESC key of the personal computer run ning the system transfer tool In the event of any of the above there is a possibility that the NT11S will not oper ate or that unpredictable malfunctions will occur To prevent this switch DIP switch SW2 6 ON to erase the system program after the problem has occurred For details on erasing the system program with the DIP switch refer to Method for Erasing the System Program page 53 Method for Erasing the System Program In order to erase the system program the system program area must be cleared On shipment there is no data in the system program area and therefore the system program can be transferred without having to erase an existing system program first however ifasystem program already exists it must be erased before the new one can be transferred The following is the procedure for erasing the system program Operation 1 Set DIP SW2 6to the ON position and turn on the power or reset the following screen will be displayed Erase system program Are you sure Yes F3 F4 No ENT 2 Press the return key if you want to quit without erasing the program If you do want to erase the program press any two of the function keys simultaneously this will start erasure of the program During er
63. ansmit the screen data from the support tool to the NT 11S connect the NT11S to the computer on which the support tool is being used and follow the procedure below Reference TheNT11S uses one connector for the connection to both aPC and a computer If it has been connected to a PC disconnect the PC and connect the support tool computer to the NT11S and then transmit the screen data 54 Registering the Screen Data Section 3 6 Operation 1 Connect the NT11S to the computer on which the support tool is being used and turn ON the NT11S 2 Turn ON the computer and start up the support tool 3 Enter the Transmit Mode by operating the menu of the NT11S as mentioned below Select Transmit Mode with the SYSTEM MENU key then press ENTER Quit Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode 4 TRANSMIT MODE 4 Select a screen data to be transmitted to the NT11S in the File Selection screen of the support tool and press F 6 5 The NT11S will display the following screen when the screen data is being transmitted TRANSMIT MODE Tool PT OKB 55 Registering the Screen Data Section 3 6 6 When the screen data transmission is completed the support tool will display the following screen Data successfuly transmitted Hit any key to continue 7 Press any key on the support tool to return to the File Selection screen 8 You can quit the Transmit Mode and return to the RUN mode by sim
64. asure the screen shown below is displayed Erasing 3 On completion of erasure the screen shown below is displayed At this point set DIP SW2 6 to the OFF position and reset the NT11S Erasing is completed Set DIP SW2 6 to off and press reset SW 53 Registering the Screen Data Section 3 6 3 6 Registering the Screen Data The screen data is created by using the support tool and registered to the NT11S screen data memory This section describes the procedure to register the screen data to the NT11S For the screen data creation and the support tool operation refer to the NT series NT11S Support Tool Operation Manual VO30 E1 1 Transmission Transmission in File Units The NT11S uses several screens which are switched on its display The screen data of one NT11S unit corresponds to the screens created by using the support tool Select a file which contains the screen data to be transmitted when selecting the screen data to be transmitted to the NT11S so that the required screen data can be transmitted to the NT11S It is not possible to send screen data in screen units All screen data are transmitted by one operation seb Q v al feb WE Ce a RY a E Nee ce is 9 eae 9a a oe Mh Se oa ee a el If an error message and the System Menu are displayed immediately after the NT11S has been started the screen data memory needs to be initialized Transmitting the Screen Data from the Support Tool To tr
65. ay 79 Screen Display Section 4 3 4 3 Screen Display This section describes the screen information required for the operation with the NT11S 4 3 1 Classification of Screens The NT11S is provided with the following types of screens which are classified by the display method e Normal screen e System screen The screen type is determined by the screen number Normal screens screen numbers 1 to 250 These screens can be used without restriction by the user to create various kinds of monitor and setting screens including fixed displays character displays nu meral displays and bar graph displays System screen screen number 0 The system screen is reserved by the NT11S for system applications Screen No O Blank screen 4 3 2 Screen Attributes Assigning an attribute to a screen makes it capable of a special function when it is displayed For example when an attempt is made to display a screen for which the password attribute is set a message requesting input of the password will be displayed and the specified screen will not be displayed until the password has been input Set screen attributes for each screen by using the screen selection screen of the support tool It is possible to set more than one of the following attributes for a screen Numeral setting attribute This attribute makes it possible to use numeric keys on the panel of the NT11S to input numerical values on screens on which numer
66. ble The numeral attributes can be set in the edit screen when creating the screen data by using the support tool The following types of numerals can be displayed on the NT118 Digits of the whole numbers 1 to 8 digits Digits of the decimal fraction 0 to 7 digits Character sizes Normal Enlarged display Double width Sign display setting Decimal nexadecimal display setting Zero suppress setting Zero suppress setting The numeral data are displayed in designated display areas as right aligned Ifthe number of digits of anumeral data is smaller than that of the display area number O s will be displayed at the vacant digits These 0 s will not be displayed if the zero suppress setting is made for Yes Bar Graphs Section 4 5 4 5 Bar Graphs The contents of the numeral memory tables of the NT11S can be displayed as bar graphs as well as numeral data 4 5 1 Bar Graph Functions Note Bar Graph Attributes The bar graph function displays a value in a bar graph form as a percentage to the specified value according to the contents of anumeral memory table Up to 4 bar graphs can be registered in one screen e Reference table The numeral memory table used as the reference for the bar graph display can be set The bar graph display cannot use hexadecimal numbers If hexadecimal numbers are set in the reference numeral memory table the bar graph cannot be displayed The following attrib
67. connections to a PC and other hardware settings 2 1 Description of Parts and Sein Gs oo exci yos tices iaer pus Ma eR ace Agee ie er ee Deeg 18 Zle b Desciptionr OL PANS ernea us ay notin e EE E T A RAND ech ENEN RAEN 18 2 1 2 DIP Swie Seuines 200 5 eaa e a nese ay E R pad E A Reuss 20 Dae Unsa ON aeaa anA E ATE AE E EN E A T OE EET U OA E EA 22 2 2 1 Installation to the Operation Panel 0 eee eee nee 22 2 2 2 Power Supply Connection veresre Gadd eed E Lae kd eee E E EES 23 2 2 S A OUNAE ee s in relate eG ice RT e ETARA RTE Sa Ale OTE oO 24 2 3 Connecting to the SUpport Tool esci enee r KETEL AAE ERA EEANN 25 2 4 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 232C Type 00 eee eee eee eee 26 24a COMPANIE EE Sa ieia aa a a a e ee a eh a a cae tn a a a eed 26 224 7 COmmecume RE N ETIS iere aa A E E E EE EEEE E A TEN 27 ZAS PC SWIC SeN retake a R e E sk diay E RE AEAEE OEE i 28 2 5 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 422A Type 0 2 31 2 521 COMPAD EES raiet ar E OTAN e be E a ea EA EEN 31 2 5 2 Parts Required for Connection 0 rest urinni a NEE EDE EE A ES 32 2 5 3 Method Tor Connection reres awseu wd eE EERE O aa TE a E EE LL ROTATE E 33 2 5 4 Connector Specifications and Wiring for Each Unit 0 0 eee ee eee 34 2 5 PC Switch Seuines ceys44 tare ATA vay pape taeda thy a4ase eee adaeereuad 35 2 6 Connection to a PC by the NV Dink ecrire hela eile web eet ee eet 37 2
68. cted to FG 154 Making the Cable for Connection to the Support Tool Appendix E APPENDIX E Making the Cable for Connection to the Support Tool The wiring to be done depends on the type of RS 232C connector at the personal computer e For a 25 pin connector Connector for peripheral Personal computer devices on PT body The table below indicates the recommended parts for making the connection cable Connector XM2A 2501 25 pin manufactured by OMRON XM2A 0901 9 pin Plug manufactured by OMRON Connector cover XM2S 2511 25 pin manufactured by OMRON XM2S 0911 9 pin manufactured by OMRON Cable AWG28 x 5P Multicore cable manufactured by Fujikura Ltd IFVV SB CO MA VV SB Multicore cable manufactured by Hitachi Cable Ltd 5P x 28AWG e For a 9 pin connector Connector for peripheral Personal computer devices on PT body Shielding wire The table below indicates the recommended parts for making the connection cable Name Mode CR Connector 9 pin Socket manufactured by OMRON oe 9 pin Plug manufactured by OMRON Cable AWG28 x 5P Multicore cable manufactured by Fujikura Ltd IFVV SB CO MA VV SB Multicore cable manufactured by Hitachi Cable Ltd 5P x 28AWG 155 NTIS Internal Processing Appendix F APPENDIX F NT11S Internal Processing When host link NT link is used the following processing is executed inside the NT11S Processing is divided into two types periodic processing and event
69. ctions due to excessive noise and to prevent electric shock carry out class 3 grounding grounding resistance of 100 or less using a special purpose grounding cable wire of at least 2 mm2 Grounding wire length should be less than 20 m Note that if grounding wire is used in common with other equipment or if it is con nected to a beam of a building for example the NT11S might be adversely af fected by this grounding Class 3 grounding grounding resistance is 100 Q or less Grounding for individual equipment Correct Grounding common to several pieces of equipment Incorrect Correct Use After noting grounding details in this text Carry out grounding correctly in order to prevent misoperation due to noise 24 Connecting to the Support Tool Section 2 3 2 3 Connecting to the Support Tool Connect the NT11S to a computer with an RS 232C cable to transfer the screen data created by using a support tool and the NT 11S system program to the NT11S f j 24V0C rid cecce Hore a wi le Eee Oe Aann 2 z T5 Communication conditions Communication conditions are set when a support tool or system transfer tool is started e Connecting cable Make the cable for connecting the NT11S to the support tool or system transfer tool b
70. d Set the display history printing bit only to 1 PT status control word 2 PT status control word Set the display history printing bit only to O PT status control word 1 When contact 0110 comes ON the display history printing bit bit 5 of the PT status control area is set to 1 The status of bits other than bit 5 remains un changed When bit 5 is set to 1 the display history is printed 2 When contact 0111 comes ON the display history printing bit bit 5 of the PT status control area is set to O The status of bits other than bit 5 remains un changed 94 SECTION 5 Using Host Link NT Link This section describes how the NT11S can be used when using the host link NT link 5 1 Outline of Host Link NT Link Operation 0 0 0 ee nes 96 5 1 1 Equipment and Settings Used in This Chapter 0 0 eee eee eee ee 96 D212 Allocatable Bits and Words soars pa serey EoLA eon te AANE E Baas 4 96 5 1 3 Data Exchange in the Host Link NT Link 0 2 0 eee eee eee ee 96 5 1 4 NT11S Status Control and Notification to PC ce nee 97 5 1 5 Switching the Screen Display 0 cece eee eens 101 5 1 6 Notifying the Display Screen to the PC To Display the Number of Currently Displayed Screen 04 103 5 2 Memory Tables and Bar Graph rre 344 hae bed fe Ve Pade 5 te a a eee ee ees 106 5 2 1 Allocation Words and Display of the Memory
71. dicates 0 Values below 0 are indicated as 0 display 60 A A 0 100 Display method when the percentage value is in the range 100 to 999 display EPRE 999 amp 1 dot wide space gt x y A Graph width 8 dots oe 100 Display method when the percentage value is 1000 or greater The bar graph will be displayed the same as 2 above The percentage value is indicated by three asterisks RRKOS Numeral Setting Section 4 6 4 6 Numeral Setting The NT11S features a numeral setting function which makes it easy to input nu merical value on the screen 4 6 1 The Numeral Setting Function Basic Procedure Restrictions on Input The numeral setting function is used to enter numerical values directly into a nu meral memory table from the screen Screen upgrading and PC notification are executed simultaneously Numerical values are input from the screen by using the numeric keys A maxi mum of 8 numeral settings can be registered for one screen The procedure for numeral setting is as follows 1 Input the numerical value using numeric keys 2 The input numerical value is displayed in the numeral setting area on the screen 3 Confirm the input numerical value by pressing the ENTER key it will be written to the numeral memory table and simultaneously notified to the PC Numerical values are displayed in the numeral setting area NT11S
72. ds 106 108 Numeral memory table 82 110 Numeral setting 3 lt 2scudd netted tes dae 85 Numeral setting strobe 119 127 Numeric values 0 0 cee eee ee 7 13 Numerical value is to be input can be SClOClIO Gers tice ast dient abso me veel e tie ate 85 O WOO VAUS 56a che AE ATR aed do ae 84 Operating status 3 126 128 Operation mode 0 0 ec ees 44 Operation panel 0 00 cece 3 22 Operations with the system menu 46 P eE E ETE E E E EE TATT 84 e E E E AE E A EA has 26 PC memory map aeons utd tend sewer ae as 160 PC switch settings iin nacentneeerwladewes 28 38 PC system setting arcane om bee eee eared 30 38 A Auten a Ade cee Cot EAEE EAEE area nat 3 PT operation status 0 ccc eee ee 127 PT setting check 0 cc cece eee eee 69 PTSS cantacin sedate muaeaondn tweets 126 PT status control area 08 14 98 PT status control bits 04 122 PT status notify area 000 14 99 Password screen cece eens 88 Percentage cae adieu da r a E ewes 84 Peripheral tool sorruin nener eron eee 30 38 Power input terminals a an anaana 19 23 Power is interrupted 00 0c eee 56 Printing daily reports 0 00 eae 91 Printing display histories 5 93 Programmable terminal 000e 0 eee 3 R RS 232C Cables css accu a c
73. dy indicated in the table Nothing is displayed on the screen it is complete ly green yellow Communication with the support tool not possible Cannot communicate with the PC 132 Screen No 0 has been read at the host side The Transmit Mode has not been es tablished Not connected to the support tool Memory switch settings do not match NT11S and PC are not correctly con nected In a host link connection the PC ter mination resistance setting is incor rect This is not an error Change the screen number Refer to 4 3 Screen Display page 80 Display the system menu and select the Transmit Mode Refer to 3 6 Registering the Screen Data page 54 Check the installation of the connector cable Refer to 2 3 Connecting to the Support Tool page 25 Check the communication setting in the Memory Switch menu of the Maintenance Mode and match the PC and NT11S settings Refer to 3 7 Setting the Conditions of Communica tions with the PC by Using the Memory Switches page 57 Check that the type length and installation of the con nector cable match the specifications Refer to 2 4 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 232C Type page 26 and 2 5 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 422A Type page 31 Set the PC termination resistance correctly Refer to 2 4 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 232C Type page 26 and 2
74. e etc System control ON OFF of backlight control of output of daily reports and display histories at a printer e Notifying from the NT11S to a PC Data in the NT11S is sent to a PC when a numeric key is pressed The following types of data are sent to a PC NT11S status Password input status Numeric values input by the numeral keys Function key input status 12 Direct Connection Function Section 1 5 Functions of Display Elements e Numeral memory table Allocation destination Word Numeral memory PC table 1 TIMOO3 iamablldlis A lt 1 rmos 6 1 2 DOOSCH A 2 3 C Numeral memory table 150 0005CH Allocate numeral memory tables to arbitrary words in the PC If word contents change when corresponding numeral memory table is displayed on the screen the value on the screen will also change Monitoring of words can also be made easily Reading and writing are executed so that the contents of allocated words are always the same as those of the numeral memory tables Character string memory table Allocation destination Word abodes DMO 106 a b bede ff T pmo101 Cod pmo1o2 6 5 6 6 e f Character string memory table 1 Allocated word number 3ch First word DM0100 Allocate character string memory tables to arbitrary words in the PC If word contents change when corresponding character string memory table is dis played on the screen the value on the screen
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76. e CTS selection selector switch Set this always to OV ON OV ON 29 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 232C Type Section 2 4 Connecting to a CPU 30 e C series C200HS CQM1 Set the operating conditions to the PC system setting area when a C200HS or CQM1 CPU is connected to the NT11S The PC system setting area data memory can be directly accessed from the peripheral tool LSS etc The following describes the switch settings so as to enable the PC system set tings For the details of the operation with the PC system setting area refer to the SYSMAC CQM1 CPM1 Programming Manual W228 E1 L Switch setting CQM1 only e RS 232C port communication conditions DIP SW5 Set SW5 to ON to effect the existing settings of the DIP switches Set SW5 to OFF to effect the existing settings of the PC system setting area PC system setting area settings Write settings to the PC system setting area data memory according to the port used to connect to the NT11S DM6645 0001 Host link mode and conditions are set 0303 Data length 7 bits 2 stop bits even parity baud rate 9600 bps DM6646 0304 Data length 7 bits 2 stop bits even parity baud rate 19200 bps DM6648 0000 Unit No 0 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 422A Type Section 2 5 2 5 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 422A Type Connect the NT11S to an OMRON PC by using the RS 422A type host link
77. e NT118 NT11S is anew programmable terminal PT which incorporates a host interface unit in a programmable terminal body It can be easily installed and used This section gives the operation examples and characteristics of the NT11S so that you will understand the applications of the NT11S r Getin Starnes ereire cds 3c a ESS ESE AWE ES CRO AGS ae Ae ee eee RES ER 2 122 Roleand Operation OMnNW 1S o cers ay seb 4 eee stew lon ei dood koe eg en eOny BR sek Se Meets 3 Tea Operaions OL NETS 2 4050 2c awa a ean see E EENEN EER TORA 4 lss JPUNCTHIONSORINTUS vo sadiureeiig cntians owen anles OLR a eum AE oye miata lara s 5 Te Bak MC AUUTCS ora os aa ea wc aetna ad een Hever i evans e MS a Re Se ae Shanon Balsa 5 123 2 Puncipal Fonctions oL N TITS s r steak ata eet she een seh PER ee eee ey 6 1 353 DISDIAVS ca giaiaws Sau At eee Gaede S LOE weed hese OK ewe Hea E ROSS 7 Tee SVSlC MIC YS iia f caars a Wain dads Baden oS AUR DAR Ad nds Rs AAAs AAMT eR RUE 8 ied System COnmeurauionm nce ean Gee eae eke woke eS hee Nee LEE ea eee E 9 5 Direct Connection Function a9 lt c43 c2s e544 o24 5 REA eG eS eee oe URE RODE eee RESER 10 FL ANB ook Ahh Se a clectiny ecco a oh dicate heed edd isd Gote A a aa a e lt Aly As secaslees 11 1 5 2 Functions of the Allocated Bits and Words 0 cece eee eens 12 126 Betore Operaine iay exe a eeuie aha a a eines NANN E Mee ead oye hanes 15 Getting Starting Section 1 1
78. e effective ineffective ON The NT11S will start in a special RUN mode in which the screen data memory is initialized When it is started the memory initial ization menu will be displayed For the initialization procedure refer to Section 3 4 Initializing Memory page 48 OFF The NT11S will start in normal RUN mode SW2 3 Screen display language mode OFF Messages are displayed in English SW2 4 to the System Menu enabled disabled The System Menu cannot be displayed If an error occurs during a start up the System Menu will be automatically displayed However RUN Mode cannot be entered OFF OFF The System Menu can be displayed SWe 5 Not used SW2 6 System program erase The menu for deleting the system program is displayed on strat up OFF Start up proceeds as normal indicates factory setting 20 Description of Parts and Settings Section 2 1 A Caution e In addition to the DIP switches set also the Comm Method Host Link Correct Use Speed Automatic Reset etc at the memory switches For these settings re fer to Section 3 7 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC by Us ing the Memory Switches page 57 e After changing the switch settings always press the reset switch or turn the power off and back on Otherwise the system will not operate as expected e Confirm system safety before turning the power ON OFF or resetting Otherwise the system
79. e setting is ON disabled the System Menu will not be displayed by following the procedure given below Displaying the System Menu The system menu can be displayed by switching on the power while any two of the four function keys are held down SYSTEM MENU Hold down any Quit two of the four ms ad function keys Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode Basic key operations in the maintenance mode Selecting the Menu Items 46 ENTER key Note that on the screen for confirming erasure of the system program the Can cel and Set execute keys are displayed in reverse video in order to prevent mis taken deletion of the program Press the A or X key on the panel of the NT11S to move the highlighting up or down When the required item is highlighted press the ENTER key to select it Menu items allow to make the ON OFF selection or to call subsequent menu or screen Example 1 To call the Maintenance Mode Menu by selecting the Maintenance Mode on the System Menu screen Operation Modes and the System Menu Section 3 3 Select Maintenance Mode SYSTEM MENU with the X key then press EN Quit TER Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode PT Setting I O Check Initialize Memory Memory Switch System Menu Items The System Menu items and their functions are given below Quit The System Menu screen is cleared and the
80. e which are useful for the system maintenance are also ex plained here 3 1 Operation Flow by the System Menu 0 cece ce eee teens 42 Sel s lati Ee IN Sans ates aod eee uh oan Ale aut ks OP a ens ale ake oe eG A 43 3 2 1 sChanoime the System Settings ele enc suivdes ated nwa dene Suened aan Saws AAEREN 43 3 3 Operation Modes and the System Menu 0 eee nee eens 44 3 3 1 System Menu and the Operation Modes 0 cece eee eens 44 97 2 Mem TICE fae oe eae EA EEES a E EEEIEE Rar etn aes ie anaes 45 3 3 3 Operations with the System Menu 0 cee eee eee nes 46 JA Timman Memo 30k oa ete ae aa ely Gk ete mente aoe a tee Re Eaten le ete cee li ec 48 3 4 1 Initialization of the Screen Data 0 0 cece eee eens 48 3 4 2 Initialization by Using the DIP Switch Forced Initialization 50 3 3 vansterrine the System PTOSTIDI Os vs 4 eras hae wae eG Ra ale ee Ae ale 51 30 ROCISLET IO CS SPECI Dil aghast We sha seen ed a eed mS Se Dea sari a add seo 4 AA vac deep ats Thee 54 3 7 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC by Using the Memory SwitChes 2 04ice4 oy Sacks eee See Ve GN ee See RAE SS hes 37 3 7 1 Selecting the Host Communication Method 0 eee eee 58 3 7 2 Selecting the Host Link Communication Speed 0 2 0 eee eee eee es 59 3 7 3 Selecting the Automatic Reset Function 0 cece eee eens 60 3 7 4 Selecting the Chann
81. ea PC to PT 98 The PT status control area PC to PT is provided to control the NT 11S status from the PC When data is written to this area in the PC the NT11S will read the data and operates according to the data The PT status control area is configured as four consecutive words as shown below Word 15 14 13 12 1110 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 O Bit n 1 n 2 n 3 Screen switch setting fe a ae Sopy memor table setting Copy type Copy destination memory table No 3 digit BCD PT status control bit PT status control The first word word n of the PT status control area must be set with the support tool e Screen switch settings refer to page 101 Specify the screen No to switch the screen displayed on the NT11S e Copy memory table settings refer to page 114 Specify the memory table No to copy the contents of a memory table internally in the NT11S Set the copy type to match the type of memory table to be copied 0 Character string memory table 1 Numeral memory table PT status control bits refer to page 122 Set the bits ON or OFF according to the following table to control the backlight ing For the bit configuration refer to 5 4 1 Controllable NT11S Functions page 122 The PT status control area PC to PT can be allocated to the following PC areas Pw i Batanenoy SSC on inomatSpecial Rely Counter Auxiliary Relay Link Relay a o ome ooo o mo hoos o o o o gt
82. ected to equipment other than the personal computer running the support tool disconnect it from this equipment and connect it to the support tool before starting the communications check 3 10 2 PT Setting Check Display the settings of the NT11S on the screen by performing the following opera tions starting from the system menu Select Maintenance Mode SYSTEM MENU with the X key then press EN Quit TER Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode i Press ENTER PT Setting I O Check Initialize Memory Memory Switch Page Control Area DM0200 Notify Area DM0300 The PT setting screen comprises two pages To switch between them use the and K keys Page key Page I Control Area DM0200 gt Comm Type Host Link Notify Area DM0300 K key Baud Rate 9600BPS Comm Port RS 232C e The current settings of the NT11S are displayed e To quit the PT setting display press any two function keys simultaneously 69 70 SECTION 4 NTI11S Functions This section describes the functions of the NT11S 4 1 Creating and Transmitting Screen Data 0 cece neces 72 4 1 1 Setting the Support Tool for Use with the NT11S 000 72 Aele Crealine SCLC ala ficc 00 crib ail S ART AN Gaede ale Race J 73 ae OUCENE OPE UNCHONS seei apes tan aan her EE tie Gees a a lens Bove oe E AN AE EATE 77 AD NTIS SCEE sarria os Raut gh aha eh a oS i eel ean he a ete a qa 4
83. ection 6 2 Parity Error Communication parameters set in Check whether the parity bit data bit length baud Framing Error correctly rate stop bit length and flow control settings of the Overflow Error PC match the settings of the NT11S Noise caused data corruption during Use a noise resistant cable if communication occurs communication in an environment with high levels of noise The connectors of the connecting Reconnect the cable cable are not connected correctly Buffer Overflow The NT11S receive buffer is full Lengthen the command transmission intervals If this error occurs frequently set flow control for commu nications Time Out The connectors of the connecting Reconnect the cable cable have become disconnected The PC is stopped Make sure the PC is able to communicate with the NT118S During transmission of one com Confirm the proper command length mand a time lapse exceeding 5 se Check the cable connection conds is detected NAK Received Noise caused data corruption during Use a noise resistant cable if communication occurs communication in an environment with high levels of noise Check the end code by referring to the PC user s manual Unit No Error The unit No does not match that set Set the PC unit No to O on the PC The PC is transmitting incorrect data Check PC operation Noise caused data corruption during Use a noise resistant cable if communication occurs communication in an
84. ed screen Comment for the displayed screen e Example printout NO DATA TIME SCREEN COMMENT 0001 02 04 08 32 0001 LINE ERROR 0002 02 04 10 21 0005 MOTOR ERROR 0003 02 04 10 48 0019 COMPRESSER ERROR 0004 02 04 11 50 0005 MOTOR ERROR 0005 02 05 14 28 0019 COMPRESSER ERROR 0006 02 06 13 17 0040 PRESS The NT11S does not incorporate a clock Time data is recorded by referring to the PC clock data Explained here is the procedure for printing a display history in response to an instruction from the PC The printing instruction from the PC takes effect by setting the status of bit 5 dis play history printing of the PT status control area To designate printing bit 5 of the PT status control area is set to 1 One report is printed each time bit 5 is set to 1 To print the report again the bit status must be returned to 0 and then set to 1 again PT status control bits of the PT status control area 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 1 0 CH 0 0 1000 0 0 2 0 00 t Display history printing bit 6 5 4 3 0 0 e Setting at the support tool Perform the following setting with the support tool PT status control area allocated word CH0120 93 Daily Report Display History Printing Function Section 4 10 e PC program Create the following PC ladder program 0110 0111 e Program operation 1 PT status control wor
85. ed screen to the PC mentioned below Example of Display Screen Switching 102 This example operates the PC switch bit to switch the NT11S display screen e Support tool settings Make the following settings with the support tool PT status control area Word 0100 PT status notify area Word 0110 Screen number to be created Screen No 2 and No 3 Outline of Host Link NT Link Operation Section 5 1 e PC ladder program Create a PC ladder program as follows 00002 1 Screen number Screen switch setting word 00003 MOV 21 2 Screen number Screen switch setting word 11212 MOV 21 3 Screen number Screen switch setting word Screen switch strobe flag e Program operation 1 Screen No 2 is displayed on the NT11S when bit 00002 turns ON 2 Screen No 3 is displayed on the NT11S when bit 00003 turns ON 3 When the screen switch strobe flag turns ON the number of the currently dis played screen is read and written to the currently displayed screen word in the PT status notify area In this case the NT11S will not write the same screen twice 5 1 6 Notifying the Display Screen to the PC To Display the Number of Currently Displayed Screen The following describes the processing to display the number of currently dis played screen of the NT11S This processing reads the data from the PC status notify area To indicate that the screen has switched use the screen switch strobe flag To display
86. eed arate aha 25 RS 2382C connector eo erer 0 cece ees 19 RS 422A terminal block 0000e 19 FR iho ha ch core tae ee taster arti a aot ETAT 44 65 RESEN iaer ana de reeds ive mane tena ee a4 56 Reset switch a3 tech tak eee cae wl aee ia sade ee 19 Reverse and flashing display 79 82 Reverse display 0000 eae eaee 79 82 S SCS a EEE EEEE EEEE E aimee ens 77 Screen data nos Ga bebe oak Sheed Seek ae 54 Screen data display onthe NT11S 7 Screen data memory cece eee 48 Screen display wd eeeeveee oe vecuitwenvnev hanes 123 Screen display language mode 20 SST liS atest salty a ait od dered he erg eins decent 74 Screen HUMDE reis priren PeeeG wile hea 77 Screen number 0 2 0 eee eee 77 132 Screen number 1 0 cece eee eee 62 Screen switch setting 00ce ee aeee 101 Screen switching strobe 102 103 127 Screen switching timing 0008 102 Selecting the channel for communication with the MOST wedana ae is hm cide tyd a dati tala bts cite cag 61 Selecting the communication speed 59 Selecting the host communication method 58 Selecting the iteMS 0 ccc eee ee eee 46 SEUNG cvsk coud ieeeunesrevacwiewerwns ne eum ta 69 SECUING CIOl sacs 200 Sars TTE eos EE mas os 134 Setting the support tool 000 72 Setting the words for the numeral memory tabe Siso oni taS a a Send
87. een EEIE FI F2 Fa Fa Display when DHANNA EE lt teers CJA er ENTER Press each of the numeric keys arrow keys and function keys on the panel of the NT11S in turn If the corresponding key in the display is highlighted when the panel key is pressed it indicates that the key is operating normally e To quit the key input check press any two of the function keys simultaneously 67 System Maintenance Section 3 10 Check on communication with the support tool 68 Check the communication between the NT11S and support tool by performing the following operations starting from the system menu SYSTEM MENU Quit Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode PT Setting I O Check Initialize Memory Memory Switch LED Check LCD Check Page Key Check Tool I F Input Check TOOL I F INPUT CHECK Select Maintenance Mode with the X key then press EN TER Select I O Check with the key then press ENTER Display the next page by press ing the key Select Tool I F Input Check with the X key then press EN TER e The data received from the connected support tool is displayed in hexadecimal notation e To quit the check on communication with the support tool press any two function keys simultaneously System Maintenance Section 3 10 Note The NT11S uses the same connector for connection to the support tool to the PC If this cable is conn
88. een This function is called the menu screen function When screen data is created with the support tool specify menu screen as the screen attribute and assign switching destination screen numbers to numeric keys 1 through 4 If one of these numeric keys is pressed during operation the screen whose num ber was assigned to the key will be displayed At the same time the screen number of the destination screen is notified to the PC MENU 1 Screen A 2 ScreenB 3 Screen C 4 Screen D key 1 Screen A key 2 Screen B key 3 Screen C key 4 Screen D e Up to four destination screens can be registered per screen using the menu screen function The screen numbers of the destination screens are assigned to numeric keys 1 to 4 e For details on menu screen setting refer to the NT11S support tool operation manual For the details of the menu screen setting refer to the NT series NT 11S Support Tool Operntion Manual VO30 E1 L 87 Password Screen Display Function Section 4 8 4 8 Password Screen Display Function For the purposes of security the NT11S has a function that requires a password to be input before the specified screen can be displayed This section explains how to set and use passwords Screen transition in password input Notes on password input Password screen setting 88 Input the set password _ Specified screen is displayed INPUT PASSWORD Pass
89. een Display page 80 The NT11S screen is composed of horizontal 160 dots x vertical 64 dots Each dot is set by the combination of the X horizontal and Y vertical coordinates The origin of coordinates 0 0 is set at the top left corner of the screen 0 X coordinate horizontal 159 Y coordinate Coordinates vertical x y 63 159 63 The screens displayed on the NT11S are managed by the screen numbers Screen numbers are set when the screen data are created by using the support tool Up to 250 screens can be set by allocating arbitrarily selected numbers 1 to 250 The display screens can be switched or the start up screen can be set by designat ing the screen number from the PC Screen number 0 is reserved for the system as the no display screen Select this to display nothing on the NT11S screen 77 Outline of Functions Section 4 2 4 2 2 Characters and Figures Which can be Displayed The NT11S screen can display characters bar graphs and other various ele ments This section describes the types and attributes of the characters and figures which can be displayed and do not need to be changed at all For the settings display and use of the characters numeric values and graphs which change according to the system operation status and other conditions refer to Section 4 4 Memory Tables page 81 and Section 5 2 Memory Tables and Bar Graph page 106 The power of expression of the screen
90. el for Communication with the PC 20006 61 So Sarna MeOperdiOnas7 se raat eo nee ere eee Ree wee MEO oe Ee eee eee eS 62 5 9 BackHoheOPe aienenwdletins Stale alee ed paae oul a ae weed 63 2 0 Turine the Backiioht ack ON scx xara Rove d EEEE Mita Rave See Rare a bas Reals 63 329 2 Backlight ORF FUNCHOM osese 44 544 enee ohn noes hw heeds DE ae R Cee 63 3210 System Maintenance 2 seaweed 4 ahs Atlee Seb owe we A a Bears aoe we A ee TRS SS 65 ILOT POCECE rreren s Gye danas dnd aed oe OSS RE Aa weds CHRO AR ER ON 65 571022 PT Seine Cneck renr ied ss 22S case eee ene teed caw Eee ES EES Eee 69 41 Operation Flow by the System Menu Section 3 1 3 1 Operation Flow by the System Menu Follow the procedure below when using the NT11S for the first time or when changing the system Create the Screen Data Create the screen data to be displayed on the NT11S by using a support tool For the screen data creation refer to the NT series NT11S Support Tool Opera tion Manual V030 E1 1 Start Up the NT11S Display the System Menu page 43 Turn ON the power to the NT11S When no screen data has been registered the SYSTEM MENU will be dis played Ifthe NT 11S enters the RUN mode press appropriate function keys to dis play the System Menu Initialize Memory page 48 Select a System Menu and initialize the NT11S unit memory Transfer the System Program Connect the NT11S to the system transfer
91. environment with high levels of noise FCS Error The PC is transmitting incorrect data Check PC operation Noise caused data corruption during Use a noise resistant cable if communication occurs communication in an environment with high levels of noise e If an error occurs during the execution of a command that command becomes invalid and it is not executed 136 Inspection and Cleaning Section 6 3 6 3 Inspection and Cleaning Cleaning Method Correct Use Inspection Method Clean and inspect the NT11S regularly to ensure that it is always used in its opti mum condition If the display is dirty the screen is difficult to see Clean the screen from time to time as follows e In daily cleaning wipe the display with a soft dry cloth e Ifthe soiling cannot be removed with a dry cloth wet the cloth with diluted neutral detergent 2 wring it out well and wipe the display with it e f rubber or vinyl products tape etc are left stuck to the display for long periods they will cause staining If such items are stuck to the display remove them dur ing cleaning Never use volatile solvents such as benzene or thinners or chemical dusters In normal environments inspect the NT 11S at intervals of between 6 months anda year In environments that are extremely hot and humid or very dusty environ ments shorten the inspection interval e Items required for the inspection Prepare the following items before
92. er of the printer before connecting or disconnecting the connection cable In addition to the DIP switches set also the Comm Method Host Link Speed Auto restart etc at the memory switches For these settings refer to Section 3 7 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC by Using the Memory Switches page 57 After changing the switch settings always press the reset switch or turn the power off and back on Otherwise the system will not operate as expected Confirm system safety before turning the power ON OFF or resetting Otherwise the system may operate unpredictably Carefully check the operation of all screen data and host programs before us ing them If incorrect the system may operate unpredictably Otherwise the system may operate unpredictably After images may remain if the same pattern is displayed for a long period To prevent the formation of an afterimage either use the screen saver function or periodicaly switch screens xili e Do not disassemble for repairs or modification Otherwise the product may malfunction e The disposal of the unit may be regulated by nation or local authorities Dis pose of them in accordance with the laws and regulations of the relevant coun try and local authority e Set so that there is no overlap between the PT status control area and PT sta tus notify area Otherwise the system may operate unpredictably XIV SECTION 1 Functions of th
93. erating Status to the PC Determining the NT11S Operating Status The status operating statuses etc of the NT11S can be determined from the PC by reading the PT status word in the PT status notify area allocated in the PC memory PT status notify area Content upgrade memory table PT stopped Screen gt gt number PT status 5 5 1 Ascertainable NT11S Statuses Notified Operating Statuses PT status notification bits of the PT status notify area 1514131211109 8 765 4 3 21 OBit Word PT status notification bits O 0 PT status m 2 PT status notification bits i 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 Bit m 2 Screen switching strobe Numeral setting strobe flag Password input error flag The following are the NT11S statuses that can be notified to the PC RUN STOP status of the NT11S Screen switching events Numeral input events Input of incorrect passwords 126 Notification of the Operating Status to the PC Section 5 5 e PT operation status bit 15 When the NT11S is in the RUN mode this bit is ON 1 In other modes and when the system menu is displayed it is OFF 0 When it is OFF 0 the allocated bits and words cannot be read or written to Screen switching strobe bit 12 When the screen displayed by the NT 11S is switched by an instruction from the PC or by the standalone function the screen switching strobe comes ON 1 On notification to the PC it goes
94. ere the Can be updated by the PC numeral memory table No 4 is allocated During the operation the display contents are automatically updated so that the contents of the numeral memory table being displayed are the same as that of the PC word 107 Memory Tables and Bar Graph Section 5 2 Setting the Words of the Numeral Memory Table When creating the screen data by using the support tool make the following set tings for each numbered numeral e Initialization setting Set whether or not the PC words are initialized with the numeral memory table initial value registered to the screen data memory when the main power supply is turned ON or reset e Number of registration words Set the number of words within 2 words required for registering the numeral data One word can store up to 4 digits Two words can store up to 8 digits e Setting the words for the numeral memory tables The numeral memory tables can be allocated to the following PC words Set the word type and the first word Data Memory Internal Special relay Counter Counter aR Atlin Rely ER SSC dnk Rey SSSC sSC CSWSOOCOCOC S OK A 1 word only NG The range of respective area varies with the type of PC Refer to Appendix H PC Memory Map page 160 wooo 5 2 1 Allocation Words and Display of the Memory Tables The character string memory table and numeral memory tables can be allocated to the following PC words Set the word type and t
95. etails on the method for switching the backlight off with an instruction from the PC see 5 4 NT11S Status Control page 122 The settings relating to the backlight OFF function that can be made with the memory switches are whether or not the backlight OFF function is used and if it is used what length of time will elapse before the backlight goes OFF The setting on shipment specifies that the backlight will go OFF after a period of ten minutes during which there are no operations Select the backlight OFF time by performing the following operations starting from the system menu Select Maintenance Mode SYSTEM MENU with the X key then press EN Quit TER Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode Select Memory Switch with the PI SeEeing key then press ENTER I O Check Initialize Memory Memory Switch 63 Back light OFF Section 3 9 64 Reference Correct Use Pressing the key while Backlight OFF is highlighted sy lolaimmesehemm am 10min will cause the selection for this item to change cyclically in the Auto restart Yes sequence 10m 1h None Page e To quit after setting the selection made press the ENTER key To quit without setting the selection made press any two function keys simulta neously e If None is selected the backlight OFF function does not operate As long as no operations are performed the same sc
96. g control data to the PT status control bits of the PT status control area allocated in the PC memory NT11S PC Q coo MR EC PT status control area Screen switch setting Buzzer sounds PT status control bits lt Control data 5 4 1 Controllable NT11S Functions PT status control bits of the PT status control area PT status control bits 15 14 13 12 11109 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 O Bit Seren asear noe YES no re slay nitoy ves no Print aiy repon YES no Note When screen display yes is set the backlight is lit when screen dis play no is set the backlight is off 122 NTUS Status Control Section 5 4 Note Reference Reference Reference The NT11S functions that can be controlled from the PC are listed below Whether the screen is displayed or not Whether display histories are printed or not Whether daily reports are printed or not Since the PT status control bits remain unaffected even if the NT11S status changes in accordance with the screen attribute and memory switch settings it can happen that the status indicated by the PT status control bits does not agree with the actual status of the NT11S For example the screen may be off although the screen display setting is ON In situations like this control the NT11S by us ing the PT status control bits e Screen display bit 15 The screen display bit determines whether the backlight i
97. he first word The number of words required for allocating a memory table and the areas to which a memory table can be allocated vary be tween the character string memory table and the numeral memory table e Number of words required for the allocation The number of words used for allocating one memory table is as mentioned be low Numeral memory table 1 word max 4 digits or 2 words max 8 digits Character string memory table 1 to 10 words 2 to 20 characters 108 Memory Tables and Bar Graph Section 5 2 e Available allocation words The memory tables can be allocated to the following PC areas Allocation moo poos SiS E O O OK A 1 word only NG The range of respective area varies with the type of PC Refer to Appendix H PC Memory Map page 160 e Contents of the numeral memory tables Numerals are stored in the allocated words as shown below Stored as a single word 15 to 12 11 to 8 7 to 4 3 to O Bit Example 1234 15 to 12 11 to 8 7 to 4 3 to O Bit Stored as a double words Word 15 to12 11 to 8 7 to 4 3 to O Bit Example 12345678 Word 15 to12 11 to 8 7 to 4 3 to O Bit 109 Memory Tables and Bar Graph Section 5 2 110 Reference e Displaying the numeral memory table Numerals can be displayed in three different ways according to the contents of the numeral memory table as mentioned below The most significant digit digit 4 of a single word or digit 8 of a double word is p
98. he head words in the PC used to allocate the following areas 74 Creating and Transmitting Screen Data Section 4 1 e PT status control area Section 5 4 NT11S Status Control page 122 e PT status notify area Section 5 5 Notification of the Operating Status to the PC page 126 e Numeral memory table 5 2 Memory Tables and Bar Graph page 106 e character string memory table 5 2 Memory Tables and Bar Graph page 106 g Select a screen number and press Enter Select Confirm SAREE NUM DISP STR DISP BAR GRPH TEL EDIT NUM EDIT MARK Quit GUIDE Input string No 0001 Free 24960Byte Create screen data in the Edit screen of the support tool Data of one screen can be created by registering laying out the following display elements and attributes on the screen e Numeral display Set numbers in the numeral memory table Numeral Memory Table page 82 e Character string display Set numbers in the character string memory table _ Character String Memory Table page 81 e Bar graph Set numbers in the numeral memory table Section 4 5 Bar Graphs page 83 e Numeral setting Set numbers in the numeral memory table Section 4 6 Numeral Setting page 85 e Character input Input fixed character strings 75 Creating and Transmitting Screen Data Section 4 1 4 Exiting the Edit screen Return to the Screen List NEW_FILE Sereen List NT11 32KB
99. he same message is displayed even after executing memory life reached screen data memory initialization or screen data trans mission several times contact your OMRON service center 134 Responding to Displayed Error Messages Section 6 2 6 2 4 Communication Errors Note This section describes the errors relating to communication with the PC that can occur during operation and their remedies e Operation when a communication error occurs When a communication error occurs the error message is displayed at the NT11S Error messages are displayed when the Automatic Reset memory switch is not set OFF or when an error occurs during communication due to a parameter setting error communication cable fault noise or other problem Some error messages are displayed even if the Automatic Reset memory switch is set ON e Procedure when a communication error occurs When an error message is displayed press any key on the panel of the NT11S The screen display will return to the RUN mode e Display of communication errors As shown below communication errors and error messages are displayed in the center of the screen together with a classification indicating whether they are receive or send errors lt Error Description gt Parity Error Reception Error Framing Error Overflow Error Buffer Overflow Time Out NACK Received FCS Error Unit No Error 135 Responding to Displayed Error Messages S
100. he screen data transmission connect the NT11S to the PC and start the operation Carefully check the operation of all screen data and host programs before using them If incorrect the system may operate unpredictably Otherwise the system may operate unpredictably Press the Quit in the System Menu The start up screen in the RUN mode will be displayed If the NT 11S has failed to start correctly e g the start up screen is not displayed an error message is displayed or the screen is not displayed at all refer to Section 6 2 Responding to Displayed Error Messages page 133 and take appropriate action Confirming the Communications between the NT11S and the PC 62 Reference Execute the PC program and confirm that the following operations are normally performed e Confirm that the NT11S screens switch according to the PC program execution If the screens do not switch correctly check the connection between the NT11S and the PC and also check the settings Refer to Section 2 Hardware Settings and Connections Confirm that the information selected by the NT11S function keys has been set inthe PC by displaying the contents of the words and bits using a peripheral tool LSS etc If the information sent from the NT11S has not been correctly re ceived by the PC check the screen data settings specifically the switch set tings For the details of the screen data creation refer to the NT series NT 11S Support Tool O
101. here is no abnormal noise on shaking the unit lightly The product may malfunction if it is damaged The thickness of applicable operation panel is 1 6 mm to 4 8 mm All futtings must be tightened uniformly to a torque of 0 5 to 0 6 N m in order to ensure water and dust resistence The panel must not be soiled or warped and must be able to support an installation that will remain secure and strong During work at the panel take care to ensure that no metal scraps enter the unit Otherwise the product may malfunction Carefully check the wiring before switching ON the power Do not connect AC power to the DC terminals Use DC power supplies with low voltage and frequency fluctuations For the connection to the power supply terminal block twisted wires of 2 mm or greater cross sectional area and M 3 5 size crimp terminals must be used Tighten the screws on the terminal block to a torque of 0 5 N m Otherwise fire may occur After connecting a communication cable always secure it with the screws Otherwise the cable may disconnect causing operation to fail The cable s tensile load is 30 N Do not subject it to loads greater than this Otherwise a discontinuity may occur causing operation to fail Switch off the NT11S power supply before connecting or disconnecting a con nector If the connection cable is connected or disconnected while the power of the printer is on the NT 11S may malfunction Make sure to turn off the pow
102. ical values have to be set For numeral setting the write channel display position and display method must be set Password attribute This attribute ensures security by requesting the input of a password before the screen is displayed If an incorrect password is input the screen will not be displayed The password is set as a four digit numerical value Display history attribute The following three types of data are recorded each time a screen is displayed Display time Time when the screen was displayed month day hour minute Screen number Screen number of the displayed screen Screen comment The comment set for the displayed screen The recorded data can be printed out using the printing function of the NT118S 80 Memory Tables Section 4 4 Menu screen attribute This attribute makes it possible to switch to another screen by using the numeric keys Assigning the screen numbers of destination screens to numeric keys 1 through 4 enables switching to these screens by numeric key input 4 4 Memory Tables The NT11S has the character string memory table for the character data and the numeral memory table for numeric data which can be written and updated by the PC The contents of the memory tables can be set by using the support tool when dis playing the memory tables on the screen or by editing the table 4 4 1 Character String Memory Table The character string memory table is an NT 11S internal memor
103. icating with the host e NT11S Programmable Terminal Operation Manual V029 E1 L deat a a T eh anal Ante a a e E E wlio oP ead ee ae This manual This operation manual is the manual for the NT11S itself The NT11S is a unit which integrates a programmable terminal body This opera tion manual describes the functions and handling of the programmable terminal body Creating and transferring screen data e NT series NT11S Support Tool Operation Manual V030 E1 L The screens displayed on the NT11S are created with the support tool and trans ferred to the NT11S This manual describes how to create and transfer screen data PRECAUTIONS This section provides general precautions for using the Programmable Terminal The information contained in this section is important for the safe and reliable application of the Programmable Terminal You must read this section and understand the information contained before attempting to set up or oper ate a Programmable Terminal 1 Intend d AUGICNC esis gs enaner aati oars oe she eee ase te ae ee eS xii 2 General Preca ti ons oererare ner e Gat eee a r a Lach wie Dak hoe r E A xii 3 Salety PRCCAU MOMS arora ode re rage a ae a e tell a A A RE xii X Safety Precautions 1 2 3 Intended Audience This manual is intended for the following personnel who must also have knowl edge of electrical systems an electrical engineer or the equivalent e Personnel in charge of instal
104. ifications Appendix A Performance Specifications Display Specifications Dot matrix liquid Number of dots 160 dots vertically x 64 dots horizontally crystal display panel resolution Effective display area 100 mm vertically x 40 mm horizontally View angle Left direction 35 Right direction 35 Life expectancy 50 000 hours minimum LED Backlight Life expectancy 50 000 hours minimum guaranteed time 30 000 hours Can be set to turn off in 10 minutes or 1 hour or to remain on Indicators POWER indicator Lit while power is being supplied Green LED RUN indicator Lit during operation Green LED Panel Specifications Display Capacity Display Character displays Fixed character data character strings registered for each screen P OMENS Character string 128 strings per file 20 bytes 20 normal characters per string 8 positions per displays screen Numeral displays 128 displays per file 8 positions per screen 8 digit display Display of set numerical values 8 per screen Screen saving method Saved to flash memory recording format unique to NT11S screen data memory 140 Specifications Appendix A Display Element Specifications Display characters Normal characters 8 x 16 dots Alphanumerics and symbols Marks 16 x 16 dots User defined pictographs Enlargement function Horizontal magnifications Character display attributes Normal inverse flashing inverse flashing Data Quantities
105. ing Appendix F Event Processing When the status of the NT 11S changes during operation the processing for writing the changed data to the relevant area of the PC memory is executed This kind of processing is only executed when statuses change When changes occur simultaneously the proces sings are executed in accordance with the order of priority Order of priority NT11S processing Details of processing High Writing to the PT status notify area PT PC Writing to the PT status notify area in order to inform i 24 z y the PC of changes in the PT operating status Writing to bits in order to inform the PC that a touch Writing to numeral memory tables Changing the contents of words allocated to the PC PT PC when the value in a numeral memory table has changed Changing the contents of words allocated to the PC Low Writing to character string memory tables PT PC when the value in a numeral memory table has changed Note Data is only written to PC bits and numeral character string memory tables for ele ments in screens currently being displayed If the contents of numeral character string memory tables that are not being displayed change the changed contents are not written to the PC 157 Model List Appendix G APPENDIX G Model List a E Host Link Unit Wess e Po CPUs For Connection Via a Host Link CQM1 CPU21 E Features a 9 pin connector for RS 232C connections C series C
106. ing the NT11S Refer to the illustrations below to select the appropriate cable for the unit connec tors and connect the NT11S to the PC To make a connector cable refer to Appendix D Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC page 146 A Caution After connecting a communication cable always secure it with the screws Otherwise the cable may disconnect causing operation to fail e The cable s tensile load is 30 N Do not subject it to loads greater than this Otherwise a discontinuity may occur causing operation to fail Use aconnector cable with a 9 pin connector on both ends to connect the NT11S to a PC with a 9 pin connector NT11S CPU unit H C200HS CQM1 h Host I F connector RS 232C 9 pin type RS 232C connector cable 37 Connection to a PC by the NT Link Section 2 6 2 6 3 PC Switch Settings when the NT11S and PC are connected to each other set the conditions at the PC CPU so as to enable the NT link communications e C series C200HS CQM1 Set the operating conditions to the PC system setting area when a C200HS or CQM1 CPU is connected to the NT11S The PC system setting area data memory can be directly accessed from the peripheral tool LSS etc The following describes the switch settings so as to enable the PC system set tings For the details of the operation with the PC system setting
107. ink 3 7 1 Selecting the Host Communication Method page 58 Baud Rate 3 7 2 Selecting the Host Link Communication Speed page 59 Comm Port 3 7 4 Selecting the Channel for Communication with the PC page 61 57 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC by Using the Memory Switches Section 3 7 3 7 1 Selecting the Host Communication Method The NT11S can be connected to a PC by the host link or NT link Either link can be selected by setting the Comm Type memory switch The factory setting has been made to the Host link Select the host communication method by the menu operation from the System Menu as mentioned below Select Maintenance Mode YSTEM ME ae Ng with the X key then press EN Quit TER Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode Select Memory Switch with the PT in pees key then press ENTER I O Check Initialize Memory Memory Switch Display the next screen by Page l pressing the key Sykes di Ko ika 10min Auto restart yes Pressing the key while Page Comm Type is highlighted will a Host Link cause the selection for this item to alternate between Host Link 9600BPS Baud Rate and NT Link Comm Port RS 232C To quit after setting the selection made press the ENTER key To quit without setting the selection made press any two function keys simultaneously Reference The communication method m
108. ion can reduce the load on the PC so that the program development effi ciency of the PC improves 10 Direct Connection Function Section 1 5 1 5 1 NT Link The NT link is anew communication method applied between the NT11S anda PC The NT link uses the direct connection function and can execute high speed com munications with a CPU built in NT link of the CQM1 and C200HS Features of the NT Link e High speed communications with specific types of PCs can be executed e Writing in units of bits to the PC memory area is possible e This can be used even when the PC is in the RUN mode Except a DM area The NT link is compatible with the host link The NT11S screen data and the PC programs handled by the host link direct connection can be used with for the NT link as they are 11 Direct Connection Function Section 1 5 1 5 2 Functions of the Allocated Bits and Words Elements displayed on the NT11S and the NT11S status can be allocated to the bits and words of the PC By changing the contents of the bits and words the NT11S can be controlled by the PC It is also possible to send data to the PC by pressing the function keys on the panel of the NT11S e Controlling the NT11S by a PC The following NT11S functions can be controlled by a PC Screens Display of designated screens confirmation of screen num bers etc Memory tables Writing to a memory table copying from a memory table to another memory tabl
109. ives the basic screen data creation procedure Required settings and reference pages are given for each step of the procedure NUTS Support Tool Version 1 0 Main Menu Edit Screen Select Tool Settings Confirm Exit C OMRON Corporation 1995 All Rights Reserved Select Tool Settings in the Main Menu to display the Tool Settings screen Settings of Auto Refresh Communication Port etc are made in this screen Refer to Setting the support tool for use with the NT 11S on the previous page 73 Creating and Transmitting Screen Data Section 4 1 Select Edit Screen File List NT118 32KB NEW FILE Creation of New File select Confirm Next Fage Prey Fage Exit to Main Menu 1 SG E Select a file used for storing the screen data for the NT11S in the File List screen To create a new file select New File To edit an existing file select a file to edit Select New File and press Enter Enter filename on completion of creation Select Screen Creation E NEWFILE Screen List NT1IS 32B Select Confirm Next Page Prey Page Mark Unmark Unmark ALL Mark Unmark ALL File Selection Menu Select a screen number to edit in the selected file in the Screen List screen While in the Screen List screen press the F10 Next page key and then the F4 Direct key to display the Direct Connection Information window in which t
110. k NT Link Operation Section 5 1 Allocating numeral memory tables character string memory tables Allocating memory tables to a data area secured in the PLC memory allows the display to be automatically updated 5 1 4 NT11S Status Control and Notification to PC This section describes the fundamentals of the display elements NT11S status control and notification which are the basics of the NT11S functions For the detail method of use of the PT status control area and the PT status notify area refer to Sections 5 4 NT 11S Status Control page 122 and 5 5 Notification of the Operating Status to the PC page 126 Controlling the Display Elements by Using Allocated Bits and Words The NT11S will operate as follows in the display element control operation NT11S operation 1 The NT11S checks the allocation bits and words of the display elements and makes an inquiry to the PC 2 The PC answers the NT11S about the bit and word data 3 The NT11S changes the display status according to the bits and words ob tained from the PC NT11S operation example TIM003 g T003 DM0100 to DM0102 Beas 4 DMO100 DMO101 DMO102 Character string memory table2 Numeral memory table0 First word DM0100 First word TIM003 Number of saved words 3 Number of saved words 1 97 Outline of Host Link NT Link Operation Section 5 1 Controlling the NT11S Status by Using Allocated Bits and Words PT Status Control Ar
111. l values printed after reading the contents of a designated word device Display sign Yes Zero suppression Yes Number of digits 2 words 8 digits Items set with the support tool Printing format Numerical value character string storage word type of word and head word Display start position Designate the top left position Any line and column can be specified Number of integral digits displayed 1 to 8 Number of digits displayed after the decimal point 0 to 7 Number of characters Specified as the number of words 1 word 2 charac ters 91 Daily Report Display History Printing Function Section 4 10 e Example printout LINE1 Machine NT20S Production qty 23 Variable characters LINE2 Fixed characters Machine NT11S Variable characters Fixed characters Production qty 50 Numerical value Printin rocedure Explained here is the procedure for printing a daily report in response to an instruc y tion from the PC The printing instruction from the PC takes effect by setting the status of bit 4 daily report printing of the PT status control area To designate printing bit 4 of the PT status control area is set to 1 One report is printed each time bit 4 is set to 1 To print the report again the bit status must be returned to 0 and then set to 1 again PT status control bits of the PT status control area 15 14 13 12 1110 9 8 7 1 O CH 0 00 00 0 0 2 0 00
112. ling FA systems e Personnel in charge of designing FA systems e Personnel in charge of managing FA systems and facilities General Precautions N WARNING N WARNING The user must operate the product according to the performance specifications described in the operation manuals Before using the product under conditions which are not desctibed in the manual or applying the product to nuclear control systems railroad systems aviation systems vehicles combustion systems medical equipment amusement ma chines safety equipment and other systems machines and equipment that may have a serious influence on lives and property if used improperly consult your OMRON representative Make sure that the ratings and performance characteristics of the product are sufficient for the systems machines and equipment and be sure to provide the systems machines and equipment with double safety mechanisms This manual provides information for using the Programmable Terminal Be sure to read this manual before attempting to use the software and keep this manual close at hand for reference during operation It is extremely important that Programmable Terminals and related devices be used for the specified purpose and under the specified conditions especially in applications that can directly or indirectly affect human life You must consult with your OMRON representative before applying Programmable Terminals to the abovementioned applications
113. mory Switches Section 3 7 3 7 4 Selecting the Channel for Communication with the PC The NT11S allows selection of RS 232C or RS 422A as the channel communica tion port for communication with the PC The channel to be used is selected at the Comm Port item in the memory switch menu The setting on shipment is RS 232C Select the channel by performing the following operations starting from the sys tem menu Select Maintenance Mode SYSTEM re with the X key then press EN Quit TER Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode Select Memory Switch with the in Pr PEEING key then press ENTER I O Check Initialize Memory Memory Switch Display the next screen by Page pressing the key Sykes dikoj ka 10min Auto restart yes Select Comm Port with the key Page Comm Type Host Link Pressing the key while Baud Rate 9600BPS Comm Port is highlighted will cause the selection for this item Gouin or RS 2 32C to alternate between RS 232C and RS 422A To quit after setting the selection made press the ENTER key To quit without setting the selection made press any two function keys simultaneously Reference Select the system that is supported by the PC to be connected 61 Starting the Operation Section 3 8 3 8 A Caution Switching to the RUN mode Reference Starting the Operation After completing t
114. ncreases by 1 113 Memory Tables and Bar Graph Section 5 2 5 2 3 Copying the Memory Table The following describes the procedure to change displayed numerals or character strings by copying the contents of the memory table Numerals and character strings can be changed also by changing the contents of the allocated words Refer to Changing displayed numerals or character strings explained before To change the numerals or character strings displayed on the NT11S copy the data between the numeral or character string memory tables by using the copy memory table setting of the PT status control area ake Memory table PT status control area copy source i Screen switch setting Copy memory Copy source number Copy destination number table setting Copy destination for display Write a memory table number etc to the copy memory table setting area in the PT status control area in the PC memory Data will be copied between the memory tables in the NT11S and the displayed value will change accordingly Reference This procedure is convenient to switch predetermined values or character strings according to the situation By preparing several units of contents various con tents can be displayed by switching them to suit the situation Copy memory table setting of the PT status control area 1514131211109 8 7 65 4 3 2 1 O Bit Word BE na 0 i Copy source memory table No 3 digit BCD Copy memory
115. neg ative number becomes smaller than that of the positive number by 1 digit The actual display will vary according to the zero suppress setting and decimal fraction setting as well as the contents mentioned above Refer to the NT series NT11S Support Tool Operation Manual VO30 E1 Memory Tables and Bar Graph Section 5 2 e Contents of the character string memory table A character string is stored in the allocated words beginning with the first word in half size characters Two half size characters are stored in one word One memory table can store up to 10 words 20 characters Start Start 1 Start 7 Character string memory table display example To display the characters in order allocate the characters as follows A 41H B 42H Start C 43H D 44H Start 1 E 45H F 46H Start 2 G 47H H 48H Start 3 gt ABCDEFGH 5 2 2 Changing Displayed Numerals or Character Strings Changing the Contents of Allocated Words Direct Specification The following describes the procedure to change displayed numerals or character strings by changing the contents of the allocated words Numerals and character strings can be changed also by making a copy of the memory tables Refer to Copying the memory table explained later To change the numerals or character strings displayed on the NT11S make changes with the numeral or character string memor
116. ng Set whether or not the PC words are initialized with the character string memory table initial value registered to the screen data memory when the main power supply is turned ON or reset e Number of registration words Set the number of words within 8 words required for registering the character string data One word can store two characters 106 Memory Tables and Bar Graph Section 5 2 e Setting the words for the character string memory tables The character string memory tables can be allocated to the following PC words Set the word type and the first word Dw atamemoy SSC on inematSpeca Rely rm pe C e pm pomes o o o aR T C CS O OK NG If the number of registration words x 2 word setting window set with the sup port tool is larger than the number of character digits character string display setting window the character string may be broken halfway The range of respective area varies with the type of PC Refer to Appendix H PC Memory Map page 160 Writing Numerals to the Numeral Memory Table Since numeral memory tables can be allocated to PC words it is possible to write data into the numeral memory tables from the PC and to set the initial values dur ing screen data creation The numeral display area where the NT11S numeral memory table No 2 is allocated PC Numeral memory table f The contents are the same while they are displayed The bar graph display area wh
117. ng the Conditions of Communications with the PC by Using the Memory Switches Section 3 7 3 7 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC by Using the Memory Switches Memory Switches The communications between the NT11S and a PC are called the host commu nications The NT11S can be connected to a PC by the host link or NT link The link can be selected by setting the memory switch Also the host link baud rate automatic reset function etc are set with the memory switches This section describes the communications condition settings by using the memory switches The NT11S has the memory areas used to store the PC connection method com munications conditions system settings etc which can be used as the switches and called the memory switches Since the memory switches use the flash memory the stored data can be held even when the power supply is turned OFF Setting Functions and the Memory Switch Menu The memory switches can be set easily by using the memory switch menu in the System Menu The following settings can be made with the memory switches Refer to the subse quent pages for the details of each setting and function Memory switch menu Page key Backlight OFF 10min __ gt Type Host Link Auto restart Yes key Rate 9600BPS Port RS 232C Backlight OFF 3 9 2 Backlight OFF Functions page 63 Auto restart 3 7 3 Selecting the Automatic Reset Function page 60 Comm Type Host L
118. nk unit C series host link connector specifications Applicable host link units C200H LK202 V1 Electrical characteristics Conform to EIA RS 422A Signal direction Signal input and output is relative to the host link unit Connector R Signal Direction l Signal Name Abbreviation CR Somaname Aowrevaton Haut T Oupa Receive dataB RB OO Signal ground se l l Frame ground Wiring connections 34 SG Co Send data A Shielding wire TON ation oe nooo o f eoa RS 422A cable Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 422A Type Section 2 5 2 5 5 PC Switch Settings When the NT11S and PC are connected to each other set the conditions at the PC host link unit or the CPU as given in the table below The following is a general description of switch settings Refer to the manual for respective units for the details of the switch settings Party oo Tomon 1 to 1 1 to N 1 to N 1 Instruction level Level 1 2 3 fUnitNo 00 ooo O 1 The 1 to N setting enables BCC Block Check Character It is not possible to connect more than one NT11S in a single host link Connecting to a Host Link Unit e C200H rack mounting type C200H LK201 V1 C200H LK202 V1 Setting the front switches Set each switch with a flat blade screwdriver so that the values or symbols in the setting value window agree with the switch settings indicated in the table above e Unit No SW1 SW2
119. nnecting the NT 11S to an OMRON PLC CLJ_JH the connector and the connector cover must be prepared separately since they are not supplied with the COH The connector provided in the CPU unit of the CLJLJH is a 9 pin connector For the connection the following con nector and connector hood should be prepared e Connnector XM2A 0901 9 pin type OMRON e Connector cover XM2S 0911 9 pin type OMRON Prepare the cable recommended by OMRON The recommended cables are indicated in the following table AWG28 x 5P IFVV SB Multiconductor shielded cable FUJIKURA Ltd able CO MA VV SB l 5P x 28AWG Multiconductor shielded cable HITACHI Cable Ltd 146 Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC Appendix D Connector Specifications and Wiring for OMRON Units RS 232C Type The combination of pin numbers to which the connecting wires are connected differs according to the connector specifications for each unit Check the connector specifications of the unit to be connected and make the wiring connections for the items in the connection combination indicated below which are applicable NT11S Connector Specifications 9 pin e Electrical characteristics Complies with EIA RS 232C e Signal direction Signal input and output is relative to NT11S Signal Name Abbreviation 4 Frame ground FS a Sendideta E 2 RD PXD RS ATS os TS ee 8 Sra uns 1 FG is not used Correct Use Pin 6 is used to su
120. nsfer tool The system transfer tool is automatically installed in the personal computer when the NT11S support tool is installed For details on how to start up the system transfer tool and the system transfer tool operation refer to the NT series NT11S Support Tool Operation Manual VO30 E1 An NT11S which has no system program registered in it will be able to execute only installation function For details on system transfer tool operations refer to the NT series NT11S Sup port Tool Operation Manual V030 E1 L Transferring the system program from the system transfer tool Reference Operation In order to transfer the system program from the system transfer tool first connect the NT11S to a personal computer running the system transfer tool by using the appropriate cable then proceed as follows The NT11S uses one connector for the connection to both aPC and acomputer If it has been connected to a PC disconnect the PC and connect the system trans fer tool computer to the NT11S and then transmit the screen data 1 Connect the NT11S to the personal computer running the system transfer tool then switch on the power to the NT11S 2 Switch onthe power to the personal computer and start up the system transfer tool 3 When the power to the NT11S is switched ON the screen shown below is dis played system Program isn t installed Press ENTER key to start install 51 Transferring the System Program
121. o ensure that the unit can be operated and maintained without difficulty install it at a distance from high voltage equipment and power equipment e Install the unit as far as possible from personal computers amateur radio equipment radios etc The radio waves generated by the unit may cause in terference that will affect these types of equipment e Take the following points into account in order to prevent noise 1 Avoid installing the unit in panels in which high voltage equipment is also installed 2 Install the unit at a distance of at least 200 mm from power lines Power line 200 mm min J NT11S 200 mm min 3 If the unit is installed next to equipment that generates a strong electric or magnetic field Solenoids etc provide a gap of at least 40 mm 40 mm min Ce lt gt Bons 145 Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC Appendix D APPENDIX D Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC Explained below is the method for making the cable that connects the NT11S and the PC Host Connect the wires to the connectors in accordance with the connector specification for each unit Making the Cable for Connection to the PC RS 232C Type Parts Required Two connectors two connector covers and one cable are required to make up a connecting cable One connector and one connector cover is supplied with most PCs Name O A ep Model Calverestwih Rema Connector When co
122. ocedure Reference Follow the procedure below to change the system settings or screen data con tents 1 Switch on the power to the NT11S with two function keys held down to display the System Menu then change the system settings For the method for calling the System Menu refer to the Operations with the System Menu page 46 If the NT11S has failed to start up normally an error message is displayed or no screen is displayed memory needs to be initialized For the memory initializing procedure refer to Section 3 4 Initializing memory page 48 43 Operation Modes and the System Menu Section 3 3 3 3 Operation Modes and the System Menu The NT11S operates in either RUN Transmit or Maintenance mode The op eration modes can be switched by using the System Menu 3 3 1 System Menu and the Operation Modes Select an operation mode by locating the cursor on the required item with the keys then press Enter to confirm the selection The operation modes with re spect to the System Menu are related to each other as shown below For the operations with the System Menu refer to the Operations with the System Menu page 46 The NT11S runs in this state Controls from the PC are enabled and various indications and I O operations are made Transmit Mode To change system settings or screen data contents SYSTEM MENU Quit Transmit Mode
123. ommunications with the PC by Using the Memory Switches Section 3 7 3 7 3 Selecting the Automatic Reset Function The Auto restart memory switch is used to set whether or not the communication is automatically reset after the occurrence of a communication error The factory setting has been made at OFF Select the Automatic Reset Function of the communication with the PC by the menu operation from the System Menu as mentioned below SYSTEM MENU Select Maintenance Mode Quit Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode with the X key then press EN TER Select Memory Switch with the PI pee cang key then press ENTER I O Check Initialize Memory Memory Switch Select Auto restart with the P aoe L key Backlight OFF 10min Pressingthe key while Au tomatic Reset is highlighted will Auto restart YES cause the selection for this item to alternate between No and Yes To quit after setting the selection made press the ENTER key To quit without setting the selection made press any two function keys simultaneously e OFF If a communication error has occurred corresponding error message is displayed and the operation stops e ON If a communication error has occurred corresponding error message will not be displayed and the operation will be automatically reset 60 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC by Using the Me
124. on as the allocated bit is turned ON and OFF e Support tool settings Allocate the memory as shown below by using the support tool PT status control area allocation Word 0100 Contents registered to the screen Character string memory table No 4 Line 1 Character string memory table No 4 Character string memory table settings Number of 116 Memory Tables and Bar Graph e PC ladder program Section 5 2 Create a PC ladder program as follows 09000 Error flag MOV 21 0004 MOV 21 0010 MOV 21 0004 MOV 21 09000 Error flag e Program operation 1 Error 2 reverts to Normal 1 Copy type copy destination memory table No Copy destination word Copy source memory table No Copy source word 2 Copy type copy destination memory table No Copy destination word Copy source memory table No Copy source word When an error occurs bit 09000 turns ON the NT 11S displays the message When the error is cleared bit 09000 turns OFF the NT 11S display message 117 Memory Tables and Bar Graph Section 5 2 5 2 4 Upgrading Bar Graphs Changing the Contents of Allocated Words The following describes the procedure to upgrade the bar graph display on the NT11S by changing the contents of the allocated words To change the bar graph display on the NT11S change the contents of the PC words to which the numeral memory
125. on line Connected to NT11S as required and used to transfer the monitoring and instructions tothe NT11S screens and make settings for the NT11S l l l l operation site and notifies the Computer IBM PC AT or compatible IBM PC DOS Ver 5 or switch ON OFF status and later numeric value inputs to the PC Support tool NT11S support tool type NT11S ZA3AT EV1 Printer Prints daily reports and display histories Printer ESC P compatible Reference The following two communication methods are supported for communications be tween the NT 11S and PC host link and NT link For the setting procedure refer to Section 3 7 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC by Using the Memory Switches page 57 It is impossible to connect a personal computer used to drive the support tool and a PC at the same time Direct Connection Function Section 1 5 1 5 Direct Connection Function The communication method applied between the NT11S and the PC is either a host link or NT link The NT11S can be used to refer to the contents necessary for the display informa tion or to allocate the bits and words used for storing the input data to any area in the PC The NT11S can directly write and read such allocated bits and words so as to change the display elements control the operating status and notify the status This function is called the direct connection function The NT11S is designed ex clusively for use
126. on setting 0008 106 108 Initializing Memory 00 ee 48 Input numerical value 0 000 c ee eee 85 IStANAUOM ts e bane dada laa a andere anne ed 22 Integer fraction parts 00 eae 86 Internal processing 0 e ceca eee 156 L ES Deere eT a oe ee eee eee ee rae 145 LCD Check tsicnduvwsheade ewe mesavees hbase 66 LED CROCK wuictiawade din thee ceases bteee 65 LOO actiturusgwsadew sawed hana acnwss 30 38 M Maintenance iconic das ee E ete 44 Maintenance mode 0000 cence 47 164 MAKS erai iena ated aici haee een ad 7 79 81 Memory switches 0c cece cece eee 57 Menu SCre n vi c cei ceeca ei aston ee deau enay 87 Men Tee Ao or cai cagae dan hee earn a ies 45 Monton aen fan yo dich decent tds fears te aap dma 13 N ETON fcc ail cette eee ai ty Oeste ceed ant lel ceteris anaes cea 27 PIN E 22 delve de aetirs ach ta ace E A te matted aria cots tan ala eee 3 NT11S cannot be normally started 48 IVT NTS genset E caper hice EAEE T ETE 10 11 37 58 Noise Mers eroate ane waa Sok oeeard E tiers 23 Noise prevention ccc eee 23 NONMAlSCrOCNS 225 amends thaws teed ene 80 Nothing is displayed 0 00 00a 132 Notification of numbers to the PC 119 Notifying the NT11S status 99 Notifying the display elements 99 Notifying the display screen 5 103 Number of registration wor
127. pecifications Turn clockwise to increase the brightness DIP switch Set various system statuses with these switches a N a O a Heo ed 24VDC O a AS SDA SDB RDA RDB a 929960 HLE o Me Pi Reset switch Initializes the NT11S statuses Note that for the image data memory and the memory switch the status before the initialization is retained RS 422A terminal block Connect the PC cable here Power input terminals Connect the power to the NT11S at these terminals RS 232C connector Connect the cable that connects the PC or support tool here 19 Description of Parts and Settings Section 2 1 2 1 2 DIP Switch Settings Set the NT11S operation status with the DIP switches located in the bottom right corner on the rear side of the body ve Ve O Sy Q 24 VDC o a as SDA SDB RDA RDB 06606 moim bo N Switch Function SW2 1 RS 422A terminal resistor connection Terminal resistor used OFF Terminal resistor not used SW2 2 Screen data forced initializ
128. peration Manual VO30 E1 1 The start up screen must be designated when the screen data is created by using the support tool If the start up screen has not been designated the screen with screen number 1 willbe displayed If no screen data has been registered at screen number 1 the Screen not registered error message will be displayed For the screen number setting refer to Section 4 3 Screen Display page 80 Back light OFF Section 3 9 3 9 Backlight OFF In order to prevent the formation of an afterimage on the screen and to maximize the service life of the backlight the NT11S has a function for turning off the back light 3 9 1 Turning the Backlight Back ON After the backlight has been switched off by actuation of the backlight OFF func tion it will come back on in response to any key operation on the panel of the NT11S if a screen is switched or redisplayed by the PC or if a backlight ON instruction is received from the PC The backlight will not come back on merely because the numerals or characters displayed on the screen change 3 9 2 Backlight OFF Function There are two methods for implementing the backlight OFF function Method whereby the backlight is automatically switched off when there have been no operations for a set length of time Designated with the memory switches Method whereby the backlight is switched off by an instruction from the PC Designated in the PT status control area For d
129. ply to the power input terminals Z Caution Carefully check the wiring before switching ON the power e Do not connect AC power to the DC terminals e Use DC and AC power supplies with low voltage and frequency fluctuations Breaker 24 VDC Power Supply e Noise prevention The NT11S has a noise preventive feature against the power supply line noise To further reduce noise connect a noise filter to the power line This will drasti cally reduce the ground noise e Power supply Applicable power supply specifications are as follows Power supply voltage 24 VDC Allowable power supply voltage 20 4 VDC to 26 4 VDC fluctuation range 24 VDC 15 10 Power supply capacity 10 W or lower e Parts used for connection Use crimp terminals to connect the power supply to the power input terminals Recommended crimp terminals for M3 5 are given below 23 Installation Section 2 2 A Caution For the connection to the power supply terminal block twisted wires of 2 mm or greater cross sectional area and M 3 5 size crimp terminals must be used Tighten the screws on the terminal block to a torque of 0 5 N m Otherwise fire may occur Fork type Round type 7 mm or less 7 mm or less OA Recommended terminals Type Type Applicable Wire fork type round type stranded wire 2 YAS3 5 V2 S3 5 1 04 to 2 63 mm 2Y 3 5 2 3 5 The NT11S has a Grounding terminal 2 2 3 Grounding To prevent malfun
130. pply the internal 5V source of the NT11S to external destina tions Pay special attention to this pin when wiring Incorrect wiring could cause malfunction or failure of the NT11S Connecting an NT11S to a C Series Host Link e C Series Host Link Unit 25 pin Connector Specifications Applicable Host Link Unit C200H LK201 e Electrical characteristics Complies with EIA RS 232C e Signal direction Signal input and output is relative to the PC i 14 Signal Directi Connector eo gnal Direction l Signal Name Abbreviation ee oo See ron Input Output Frame ground D ie e sema i oo o a Receweca wwo o R D 7 smago fe o a Optical soneco pev lt o gt C Data terminal ready mom o C O o O o O o O o O o O o O O o O o O o O Q e 147 Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC Appendix D e Wiring Connections Either short the RS and CS pins of the PC connector together or set the CTS setting selector switch at the rear face of the host link unit to OV see in the figure Connect the cable shielding wire to the connector cover and pin 1 at the host link unit end of the cable only NT11S PC host link unit Abbrevi Pin Pin Abbrevi ation number number ation RS 232C RS 232C interface interface av Shielding wire a et 25 EE EEN S 25 pin connector 148 Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC Appendix D Connecting
131. reen will be displayed indefinitely e If 10m is selected the backlight will be switched OFF if no operations are per formed for ten minutes e If 1h is selected the backlight will be switched OFF if no operations are per formed for one hour In order to maximize the service life of the backlight select 10m or 1h if pos sible After images may remain if the same pattern is displayed for a long period To prevent the formation of an afterimage either use the screen saver function or periodicaly switch screens System Maintenance Section 3 10 3 10 System Maintenance In order to facilitate maintenance the NT11S is provided with functions including the I O check function and a function for confirming the NT11S settings 3 10 1 I O Check The I O check function checks whether the inputs and outputs for the following items are normal LEDs LCD Key input Communication interface LED check Carry out the LED check by performing the following operations starting from the system menu Select Maintenance Mode SYSTEM MENU with the X key then press EN Ouit TER Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode PT Sett ing Select I O Check with the I O Check key then press ENTER Initialize Memory Memory Switch Select LED Check with the Q g key then press ENTER ul LCD Check The RUN LED on the panel of the NT11S will blink e To quit
132. rincipal Functions of NT11S Functions Related to the Data Display e Character display Characters of standard and double width can be displayed Characters can flash or be high lighted e Memory data display Contents of the character string memory table and the numeral memory table can be displayed The memory table contents can be changed from the PC e Bar graph display Bar graphs corresponding to the contents of the numeral table can be displayed Functions Related to the Data Input e Input by the system key Data can be input and the displayed screen changed by using the numeric keys function keys and arrow keys on the panel of the NT11S e Numeric setting function The numeric values can be input at the operation site by the system key and sent to the PC Other Functions e Communications with a PC The host link NT link is used to connect to a PC for data communication e System function The system setting and maintenance can be executed by using the System Menu on the screen e Screen data creation The screen data can be created by using support tools on the computer and stored in the unit Functions of NT11S Section 1 3 1 3 3 Displays The NT11S can display elements such as characters numeric value and bar graphs ona screen The screen data displayed on the NT11S are created by using support tools on a computer Characters A character string Line 1 Status Characters text Machine NT11S ST121
133. rocessed in different ways Hexadecimal display All digits are handled as stored in the allocated words Decimal display without signs If the most significant digit is F it is handled as 0 and the most significant digit other than F and other digits are handled as stored inthe allocated words Decimal display with signs If the most significant digit is F it is handled as minus sign and the most significant digit other than F and other digits are handled as stored in the allocated words Numeral memory table display examples e When the data are numeral data 0 to 9 Start ae hae Decimal without sign 123456 123456 Decimal with sign Start 1 F o 1 2 f Hexadecimal F0123456 e When the data contain characters A to F Start 3 B 15 6 Decimal without sign 123B56 123B56 Start 1 Decimal with sign Se Hexadecimal F0123B56 If the hexadecimal data A to F are stored when the decimal display has been set the alphabets are displayed If the number of display digits has been set to be smaller than the maximum num ber of digits of the registration words 4 digits for 1 word 8 digits for 2 words the contents of the allocated words are not displayed and symbols will be displayed at all digits If the most significant digit is F when decimal with signs has been set the nu meral is handled as a negative number The maximum number of digits of the
134. s REEE 108 Setting the words of the character string memory ADE ea e EE A ers erases TA E 106 Start Up SCrE N aaraa oE EEA ee ees 77 SLAMING sassate SAE OER O EEA amare 43 SUPPOM tOO e fawsw ewe ete eviews mans 4 25 54 73 Switch predetermined values or character string according to the situation 06 114 Switching the screen display 101 Switching to the RUN mode 62 System MENU 2 26 saowi cade eaws dae Haas Soaked 44 T TOONE sentere aswe scene nines oral diced dee F408 68 165 TOORSCUINGS 42 5325622 cahte cde daa ties cues 73 Transferring the system program 51 FANSE Sok dea wih ed eE S oe 44 Transmit mode 0 000 cae 47 55 76 Transmitting screen data 54 76 Turning on the power 00ce eee eens 43 25 DIM die ot ean s ie eae pee Saas Rag earns oe 27 U Upgrading bar graphs 00 0 ee 118 Used for the first time 0 0 00 e eee 48 W Waterproofed 0 ccc eee eens 5 WIKNO auriei Carica seins he ee Cates cade ee 147 Z Zoro SUDDICSS cit teas dade wien AN eu ot 82 166 Revision History A manual revision code appears as a suffix to the catalog number on the front cover of the manual Cat No V029 E1 2 Revision code The following table outlines the changes made to the manual during each revision Page numbers refer to the previous version September 1995 Original production Jun
135. s lit or unlit whether the screen is displayed or not It is used to prolong the service life of the backlight and prevent the formation of an afterimage When bit 15 is set to OFF 0 the backlight is switched off Once the screen has been switched off it can be switched back on either by switching bit 15 ON setting it to 1 or by pressing an NT 11s key this will cause the backlight to come back on Instead of switching bit 15 ON a screen number can be specified to switch to that screen in which case the screen will be displayed For details on screen switching refer to Switching the Screen Display page 101 By setting an NT11S memory switch it is possible to make the backlight go off automatically after no operations have been performed for a set length of time Display history print bit 5 Display history printing designates printing of the display history data recorded inthe NT11S ata printer When bit 5 is set ON set to 1 all the recorded display history data is printed out once To print it out a second time bit 5 must be switched OFF set to O and then switched back ON to 1 For details on the data recorded in the display history and the printing format refer to 4 10 Daily Report Display History Printing Function page 91 e Daily report print bit 4 Daily report print designates printing of the contents of PC words and set char acters in accordance with a forma
136. s set to ON 1 After this is notified to the PC this flag reverts to OFF 0 Checking the status of this flag will provide a simple method of checking if the NT 11S display has switched e Content upgrade memory table refer to page 119 The number of the numeral memory table is written to the word when the numer al memory table contents change due to the System keys operation on the NT118 The contents of the word to which the numeral memory table has been allocated also change 99 Outline of Host Link NT Link Operation Section 5 1 As the number of the numeral table is written the PT status numeral setting strobe flag is simultaneously set ON 1 After this is notified to the PC this flag reverts to OFF 0 Checking the status of this flag will provide a simple method of checking if a number has been input from the NT11S Note that this function is not available with the character string memory table PT status refer to page 126 The NT11S operation status and other information are written with the ON or OFF of the bits as shown below PT status notify bits 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 Bit macH ojo o o ee 5 PT operation status 1 ON RUN 0 OFF STOP Screen switching strobe Numeral setting strobe flag Password input error flag The PT status control area PC to PT can be allocated to the following PC areas pw pamaen SC on itenatspeca Relay atime IM ent feounter HR HolingRea
137. screen refer to Section 6 2 Responding to Displayed Error Messages page 133 Initializing the screen data memory will erase entire screen data registered in the NT11S Make sure that there are backup copies of the screen data on floppy disks before starting the initialization of the Screen Data The screen data can be initialized by either of the following two methods e Initialization by using the System Menu e Initialization by using the DIP switch Initializing Memory Section 3 4 Initialization by using the System Menu Initialize the image data memory by following the procedure given below SYSTEM MENU Quit Transmit Mode PT Setting I O Check Initialize Memory Initialize Screen Memory Yes ENTER Initializing Use the Support Tool to set the PT Control Area and PT Notify Area Select Maintenance Mode with the X key then press EN TER Select Initialize Memory with the X key then press ENTER Press ENTER The message shown to the left is displayed during initialization On completion of initialization the message shown to the left is displayed You can quit without initializing the memory by simultaneously pressing any two of the function keys while the Initialize Screen Memory screen is displayed When the screen data memory initialization has been completed transfer the screen data from the support tool 49 Initializing Memor
138. sed to display and transmit the information in an FA site The following gives a general description of the role and operation of the NT11S for those who use a programmable terminal PT for the first time Production Line Status Monitoring The NT11S displays real time information about the system and equipment oper ating status etc Line 1 Status Machine NT11S ST121 Product 137 units CT C758 Messages The NT11S warns of system or equipment failures and prompts the appropriate remedial action Assembly line B Positioning pin Panel Switch Functions The NT11S can be used in place of external data input equipment such as an op eration panel to transmit data to a PC Positioning X AXIS 100 point Y AXIS 150 point Z AXIS 80 point Role and Operation of NT11S Section 1 2 1 2 1 Operations of NT11 Displays Screens The information to be displayed screen data can be created on a computer by using support tools and stored in the NT11S The screen data can be displayed on the NT11S in response to the instructions from a PC or system keys operation oT The screen data designated by instructions from PC or System keys operation is displayed Receives Data from a PC NT11S can be connected to a PC by a host link or NT link and receive necessary data from the PC Host link NT link OMRON s PC Sends Data to a PC Data input through a numeric key can be sent to a PC ON OFF information n
139. t set using the support tool When bit 4 is switched ON set to 1 the contents of the specified words are read from the PC and output to the printer once in the specified format To output the data to the printer again bit 4 must be switched OFF set to O and then switched back ON to 1 Settings such as the printing format and word settings are made by using the sup port tool For details on the support tool setting procedures relating to the daily report printing function refer to 4 10 Daily Report Display History Printing Func tion page 91 123 NTUS Status Control Section 5 4 5 4 2 How to Control NT11S Functions This section describes how to control the functions of the NT11S e Restrictions on allocating words The PT status control area PC PT can be allocated to the PC memory areas listed in the following table mo Balamenoy e o oo merase mo homgy C C PO O OK NG The range of each memory area differs according to the PC type See Appendix H PC Memory Map page 160 of the APPENDICES for more details Procedure 1 Usethesupporttool to allocate the PT status control area PC PT to the PC memory 2 Create a PC program to write control data to the PT status control bits of the PT status control area e Control timing of PT status control bits The PT status control area PC PT is not read when the NT118S starts up Itis only read and control
140. tables have been allocated e Available allocation words The numeral memory tables can be allocated to the following PC areas Dw Baaweney on intemalpeci Relay SSC ru itm Ca HR poos e o mooo i poy o C SCS O OK_ A 1 word only NG The range of respective area varies with the type of PC Refer to Appendix H PC Memory Map page 160 Reference The bar graph display cannot use hexadecimal numbers If hexadecimal numbers are set the bar graph will not be displayed By writing a negative number whose most significant digit is F to the allocated word of a graph set as Sign display No the graph display will become 0 and the display will show Reference For the procedure to write numeral values to the allocated words of the numeral memory tables refer to Allocation Words and Display of the Memory Tables page 108 For the procedure to change the contents of the numeral memory table PC words refer to Changing Displayed Numerals or Character Strings Changing the Contents of Allocated Words page 111 118 Numeral Setting Section 5 3 5 3 Numeral Setting This section describes the method used to find the numeral input using the numer al setting function when communicating with the PC using the host link NT link For details on the numeral setting function refer to 4 6 Numeral Setting page 85 5 3 1 Notification of Numbers to the PC This section describes
141. th the environment PC used and transmis sion distance between the NT11S and PC One connector one connector cover and one cable are required to make up acon necting cable One connector and one connector cover is supplied with the PC However a cable of the type recommended by OMRON must be prepared For details on making the cable refer to Making the Cable for Connection to the PC RS 422A Type in the appendix page 150 The table below lists the compo nents supplied with each unit and the recommended cables Cnm wo O o O Connector XM2A 0901 9 pin manufactured by OMRON Delivered with C series CQM1 Delivered with the following host link units C200H LK202 V1 DE 9P 9 pin manufactured by JAE Delivered with the following host link units C200H LK202 V1 Connector XM2S 0911 9 pin manufactured by OMRON cover Delivered with C series CQM1 Delivered with the following host link units C200H LK202 V1 DE CI J6 9 pin manufactured by JAE Delivered with the following host link units C200H LK202 V1 Cable H 9293A For RS 422A manufactured by Hirakawa CO HC ESV 3P x 7 0 2 Hewtech Corp 32 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 422A Type Section 2 5 2 5 3 Method for Connection For RS 422A type communication an RS 422A cable is used as the transmission channel connecting the NT11S and PC As shown in the figure below the RS 422A cable is connected directly to the NT11S N
142. the Sy stem Prograf sj E eA pedal ve Wak Suey Baiada pole See Sane 51 J0 Registern the Screen Dale lt n poe wie hoe aes eee aus Ga Raa Renee sas 54 3 7 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC by Using the Memory SwitGhes 2 4 er ks aby oe ea wh Bee Bee ee ERE ORE 57 328 Stama the Opera on 4 2 04 ee aaa Atak come eae ald aan Seer aaee ata ke 62 529 Backlight ORF 2 takin ste cewek e E 3 bey aden BE he ae eee a Wa eae 2 63 S210 System Maintenance 525 cuss Sue era awe T EEEE aan anes awa caw oe eden 65 SECTION 4 NTIIS Functions sssssscscccsssosscecesssssssss Tl 4 1 Creating and Transmitting Screen Data 0 0 cece nee 72 a2 OUN OL PUNnChONS ice Dad oe ee a es Oo a A ee ee i OS Pa eee Ld Bee SORE CI ASP AY dicate 25 he tate eee ae oh ate E Oe nein ele AEE we eh ee ek ote ele ado eats tect Rh 80 AA Memor LABICS eseina e anetee a dns Ree dR Sele Ga AN Band wie Sea a Ms eas 81 BaD Bor Cara pS 4 2 be cane Goh estate read wines nh Ge a eee ale eine RP eet Be Gh el 83 Ash NUME SeN 0 4 4 as and angie Sete a As dd Bon oan a ape Be Re Kander See ee 85 ae Monu Sercem Pancho eanne oat ae Ba eee Ae wae Se oe el R 87 4 8 Password Screen Display Function 0 0 ce cece eee eens 88 4 9 Display History Screen Function 0 cece ccc eee eee ete tenet ens 90 Vii viii 4 10 Daily Report Display History Printing Function 0 2 ce eee eee eee 91 SECTION 5 Using Host Link NT
143. the number of the currently displayed screen use the currently dis played screen word When the screen has switched the NT 11S notifies the following to PT status notify area PT to PC allocated to the PC Screen switch notification Screen switch strobe flag of the PT status word New screen number Currently displayed screen word 103 Outline of Host Link NT Link Operation Section 5 1 104 By reading the currently displayed screen word when the screen switch strobe flag has turned ON the number of the currently displayed screen on the NT11S is dis played PT status notify area Content upgrade memory table PT status lt Screen switch strobe flag lt Screen number Currently displayed screen Currently displayed screen and PT status words in the PT status notify area 1514131211109 8 7654 321 OBit Word i Screen No 4 digit BCD Screen switch setting Screen number 0001 to 0250 115 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 Bit m2 olo ololo Screen switch strobe Use a 4 digit BCD binary coded decimal value to set a screen number The screen switch strobe bit reverts to OFF 0 after this is notified to the PC e Available allocation words The PT status notify area PT to PC can be allocated to the following PC areas Dw Oatamemoy on __ inemaSpecal Rely mo fpe C mo omes o o C mo fmre CdS O OK NG The range of respective area varies with the type of PC Refer to Appendix
144. ting word of the PT status control area 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 O Word Screen No BCD 4 digits e Setting with the support tool Make the following settings with the support tool PT status control area allocated word CH0120 PT status notify area allocated word CH0130 Password screen number 10 Screen number displayed on password input error 20 e PC program Create the following PC ladder program 000200 MOV 21 0010 0120 MOV 21 0020 0120 1 Password screen for screen No 10 PT status control word 013209 2 Designate screen No 20 PT status control word e Program operation 1 When contact 000200 comes ON 10 is set in the screen switch setting word of the PT status control area As a result the password screen for screen number 10 is displayed 2 If the correct password is not input in three successive attempts contact 013209 the password input error flag bit 4 in the PT status notification bits comes ON On occurrence of a password input error 20 is set in the screen switch set ting word of the PT status control area and the screen whose screen number is 20 is displayed 89 Display History Screen Function Section 4 9 4 9 Display History Screen Function Recording a display history Operation The display history screen function is a function that records the display times screen n
145. tion Note Indicates information of particular interest for efficient and convenient operation of the product 1 2 3 1 Indicates lists of one sort or another such as procedures checklists etc OMRON 1997 All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means mechanical electronic photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permis sion of OMRON No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein Moreover because OMRON is constantly striving to improve its high quality products the information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual Nevertheless OMRON assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the informa tion contained in this publication TABLE OF CONTENTS PRECAUTIONS 65 00 ticetutaassamincecuteetecen XI 1 Intended Audience s ieser e Lies wave a Maa aie wha eR hove Bua oan bo eee Sa ee a eee xii 2 General Precautions secsi ooek ee atekoa aaaea a a a a a a Bh a xii 3 Salety Precantons esa a neroa e Mech sb a a th T te tei ed R xii SECTION 1 Functions of the NTIS 2 ewww nnn ccee 1 tel Gatine Starne 40 ete apadtghss Cadet eset awe gheatabarh see ee ALCA EEG 2 t2 JRole and Operation Ob NU
146. ultaneous ly pressing any two of the four function keys on the panel of the NT11S The same result is achieved when the NT11S receives a transfer end instruction from the support tool Precautions to be Observed During the Screen Data Transmission When any of the following or a system error occurs during the screen data trans mission the transmitted screen data will not be registered correctly to the NT11S If an error message is displayed in the System Menu and the Transmit Mode can not be selected the screen data memory needs to be initialized e The power to the NT11S is interrupted or the NT11S is reset e The power to the computer on which the support tool is running is interrupted or thr computer is reset e The cable connecting the NT11S to the computer on which the support tool is running is disconnected or has a broken wire e Screen data transfer is terminated by pressing any two of the function keys on the panel of the NT11S e The ESC key on the support tool is pressed to end the transmission When the power to the NT11S is turned ON or reset the screen data is checked However if any of the above occurs during the screen data transmission the screen may disappear and other unexpected problems may occur In the case of such problems set DIP SW2 2 to ON to initialize the memory For the memory initialization by using the DIP switch refer to the Initialization by using the DIP switch page 50 56 Setti
147. umbers and screen comments of screens for which the display history attribute has been set using the support tool in the order in which they were dis played The recorded data can be printed out by using the display history printing function The procedure for recording a display history is presented below 1 Set the screen attribute When creating screens with the support tool set the display history attribute for those screens whose display history is to be recorded The display history will only be recorded for screens for which the display his tory attribute is set 2 Compilation of display history records When a screen for which the display history attribute is set is displayed during operation this is recorded in the display history in the NT118 e When compiling the display history the following data relating to displayed screens is recorded in the memory Display time Time when the screen was displayed month day hour minute Screen number Screen number of the displayed screen Screen comment The comment set for the displayed screen The screen number of the screen for which the display attribute is registered is recorded in the record data area each time the screen is designated by the PC A maximum of 256 records can be made in the display history the number varies according to the memory capacity When the quantity of history data has reached the storage capacity no new history data will be recorded
148. umeral memory tables in the PC memory The NT11S screen dis play will change as the contents of the PC word change e Support tool settings Allocate the memory as shown below by using the support tool Numeral memory table entry No 1 DMO000 allocated words 2 words Numeral memory table entry No 2 DM0002 allocated words 1 word Screen numbers to be created No 1 and No 2 Numeral memory table entry No 1 8 digit input Oty Defects Numeral memory table entry No 2 4 digit input 112 Memory Tables and Bar Graph Section 5 2 e PC ladder program Create a PC ladder program as follows 25502 1 second clock DIFU 13 00100 00100 INC 38 DMo000 1 Word for least significant 4 digits of No 1 25506 T mces 2 DM0001 Word for most significant 4 digits of No 1 00001 INC 38 3 DM0002 Word for No 2 e Program operation 1 2 The contents of word DMOOOO0 are incremented by 1 each second The value displayed on the NT11S in numeral memory table entry No 1 increases by 1 each second When the counter in 1 above causes an increase in the most significant dig its the contents of word DMO0001 are incremented by 1 each second The val ue displayed on the NT11S in numeral memory table entry No 1 most signifi cant digits increases by 1 When bit 00001 turns ON the contents of DMO002 are incremented by 1 The value displayed on the NT11S in numeral memory table entry No 2 i
149. umeric data etc Screen Data The screen data to be displayed on the NT11S can be created by a computer by using support tools Connect the NT11S to a PC AT with an RS 232C cable so that the screen data are transferred to the NT11S Create screen data PC AT ee support tools Screen data NX 2 This connection is made only to transmit the screen data by using NT11S and tools Functions of NT11S Section 1 3 1 3 Functions of NT11S The NT11S has the following features and functions 1 3 1 Features Downsized Body e The NT11S has the thinnest depth 31 mm or less in the panel in the NT series e It is very compact with a width of 218 mm and a height of 113 mm e Features three ports for RS 232C RS 422A and printer output e The tool connectors and the PC communication connectors are used in com mon Construction Best Suited to the FA Environment e Easy to read screen even in direct sunlight e Waterproofed to a standard equivalent to IP65 and NEMA4 POWER 64 dots Wide angle of visibility 35 A Host I F Unit Screen Data Memory and a system program transfer ROM are All Incorporated e There is no complicated installation work except a simple connection to a PC e Aflash memory is used for the screen data memory There is no need of backup battery e A host link direct and an NT link are standard equipment Functions of NT11S Section 1 3 1 3 2 P
150. ust be selected according to the method that the connecting PC supports 58 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC by Using the Memory Switches Section 3 7 3 7 2 Selecting the Host Link Communication Speed When the host link is used the baud rate of the communications with the PC can be set Use the Baud Rate switch and select 9600 bps or 19200 bps The factory setting has been made at 9600 bps Select the baud rate of the communication with the PC by the menu operation from the System Menu as mentioned below SYSTEM MENU Quit Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode PT Setting I O Check Initialize Memory Memory Switch Page Syke mmelhemewae Omin Auto restart yes Page Comm Type Host Link 9600BPS Comm Port RS 232C Select Maintenance Mode with the X key then press EN TER Select Memory Switch with the key then press ENTER Display the next screen by pressing the key Select Baud Rate with the key Pressing the key while Baud Rate is highlighted will cause the selection for this item to alternate between 9600BPS and 19200BPS To quit after setting the selection made press the ENTER key To quit without setting the selection made press any two function keys simultaneously Note If the NT link has been selected the Baud Rate setting does not make any effect 59 Setting the Conditions of C
151. utes can be set with the NT11S for the bar graph display Use the support tool to make settings for the bar graph display when creating the screen data e Position and size The display position and size length of a bar graph can be set The width of the bar graph can be set in the range of 8 dots e Orientation and incremental direction The type of bar graph displayed by the NT11S has a horizontal orientation and increments to the right Direction gt e Graph frame Select whether or not the graph frame boundary line of a graph display area which indicates the effective display range is displayed iT lt This frame is not displayed if Graph frame No has been set 83 Bar Graphs Section 4 5 84 Setting the 100 value and display Set a value which corresponds to 100 for the 100 value The available value range is O to 99999999 max eight digits For the display whether or not the proportion percentage of the reference numeral memory table value to the 100 value is displayed in a numeral can be selected The display value is calculated as follows display value Numeral memory table value 100 value x 100 For the font and attributes used for the numeral display refer to Numerals which can be displayed page 82 Display of negative values less than 0 The bar graph is displayed in the range of 0 to 100 The end of the bar graph in
152. with the direct connection The bits and words allocated by the direct connection function are called allocated bit and allocated word respectively This function allows to read the information to be displayed on the NT11S from the memory area in the PC and to write it to the memory table in the NT11S Also the data input on the NT11S can be written to the PC s memory area The NT11S screen status can be switched according to the PC s memory area and the NT11S s status data can be written to the PC s memory area Data memory area Internal relay area Auxiliary relay area Timer counter Features of the Direct Connection Function e The bits and words referring to operating status and work instruction information and those for storing input data can be freely allocated to almost any part of the PC memory Bits and words in the PC can be referenced from any memory table e The NT11S can directly refer to PC bit and word data so that it can be connected to a PC without changing the PC program which controls currently running pro duction line e The area to control and notify the NT11S status including display screens ON OFF of the backlight and printing of daily reports and display histories can be freely allocated to any part of the PC memory The direct connection function allows the NT11S to directly read and write almost all bits and words in the PC and to automatically change the NT 11S screen display This funct
153. word setting screen displayed Correct password input by designation from the PC The screen which was set for the password screen is displayed Three successive failures at password input Password input error flag bit 9 inthe PT status no tification bits comes ON e The password is set as a four digit numerical value e The password for a password screen is input using the numeric keys on the pan el of the NT11S e When a password is input it is not displayed on the screen Only a box shaped cursor is displayed e The input password is checked after input of the fourth digit There is no need to press the ENTER key e f the correct password is not input in three successive attempts the password input error flag bit 4 in the PT status notification bits comes ON and the speci fied screen is not displayed The password and switching destination screen setting for the password screen are set using the support tool e Setting items Number used as the password Display start position Switching destination screen Password Screen Display Function Section 4 8 Procedure for displaying the password screen Explained here is the procedure for displaying the password screen by specifica tion from the PC The password screen is displayed by writing the screen number of the screen for which the password setting was made into the screen switch setting word of the PT status control area Screen switch set
154. y aR nia Relay cei Rey O O O o O OK NG Caution Set so that there is no overlap between the PT status control area and PT status notify area Otherwise the system may operate unpredictably 100 Outline of Host Link NT Link Operation Section 5 1 5 1 5 Switching the Screen Display The following describes the procedure used to switch the NT 11S screen display by controlling from the PC Reference The display screen can be switched also by pressing a numeric key during the operation after registering a screen number to the numeric key For this function refer to the 4 7 Menu Screen Function page 87 To switch the NT11S screen display by controlling from the PC write a screen number at the screen switch setting in the PT status control area PT status control area lt Screen number Copy memory Designated screen table setting PT status control setting Screen switch setting in the PT status control area PT status notify bits 1514131211109 8 765 4 3 21 OBit Word n Screen No 4 digit BCD Screen switch setting Screen number 0000 screen clear no display 0001 to 0250 e Available allocation words The PT status control area PC to PT can be allocated to the following PC areas Dw SC Dataemey SC on _ iniemalSpecal Rely ru pe CNT woo eom ooo a CO r T SS eooo mws o O OK NG 101 Outline of Host Link NT Link Operation Section 5 1 Procedure
155. y Section 3 4 3 4 2 Initialization by Using the DIP Switch Forced Initialization Note Be sure to turn the power OFF before setting the NT11S DIP switch Set the DIP switch as follows to initialize the screen data memory Operation 1 Set DIP SW2 2 on the NT11S to ON and turn the power ON Press ENTER Initialize Screen Memory Yes ENTER The message shown to the left is displayed during initialization Initializing Initialized the On completion of initialization the message shown to the left is Turn OFF the DIP SW2 2 displayed and Reset then return to RUN mode 2 Turn the NT11S power to OFF 3 Set NT11S DIP SW2 2 to OFF and turn the power ON You can quit without initializing the memory by simultaneously pressing any two of the function keys while the Initialize Screen Memory screen is displayed Turn OFF the DIP SW2 2 and Reset then return to RUN mode Reference To change the system settings or to register the screen data set DIP SW2 2 to OFF and call the System Menu screen by turning on the power to the NT11S while pressing two of the four function keys The NT11S DIP SW2 2 is used to set Screen data forced initialize effective inef fective Setting this to ON selects effective and OFF ineffective 50 Transferring the System Program Section 3 5 3 5 Transferring the System Program Note The system program of NT11S can be changed by the system tra
156. y referring to Appendix E Making the Cable for Connection to the Support Tool Reference Itis impossible to connect a computer and a PC at the same time to the NT11S Connect a computer only to transfer the screen data 25 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 232C Type Section 2 4 2 4 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 232C Type Connect the NT11S to an OMRON PC by using RS 232C type the host link meth od In order to make a connection to the PC using the host link method RS 232C type the Comm Type memory switch of the NT11S must be set to host link and the Comm Port memory switch must be set to RS 232C For details on memory switch settings see Selecting the Host Communication Method page 58 2 4 1 Compatible PCs Some models and series of OMRON PCs have the host link function built in Check the model and series of the PC against the type of host link unit before mak ing the connections The compatible PCs are listed in the table below Units with Built in Host Link Function PC Series Connectable to Host Link Unit CPU Unit C200HS CPU21 E C200H LK201 V1 C200HS CPU23 E C200HS CPU31 E_ C200HS C200HS CPU33 E CQM1 CPU21 E CQM1 CPU41 E CQM1 CPU42 E CQM1 CPU43 E CQM1 CPU44 E C series 26 Connection to a PC by the Host Link RS 232C Type Section 2 4 2 4 2 Connecting the NT11S Refer to the illustrations below to select the appropriate cable for the
157. y screen Content update memory table PT status Allocated word numeral table 13 12345678 Start Start 1 14 Before Operating Section 1 6 1 6 Before Operating Follow the procedure given below to start the system of the NT11S Check and AOR the e For the host link refer page 20 to page 26 and the manuals for the host Install to the operation link unit and peripheral panel tools page 22 e For the NT link refer to page 37 Connect the power sup ply page 23 Connect to the NT11S Connect to the PC Install the support tool in the computer Host link page 26 ae link page 37 Transfer the system Check the settings and communications program by using the Create the PC program system transfer tool Create the screens screen data page 54 re for the support tools Start operation refer to Section 4 and the Reference Use support tool NT11S Support Tool type NT11S ZA3AT EV1 Refer to the following manuals for the equipment and software Equipment or Software Manual Title Manual Number Support tools NT series NT11S Support Tool Operation Manual V030 E1 L SYSMAC C200H Operation Manual W130 E1 L SYSMAC C200HS Operation Manual W235 E1 SYSMAC CQM1 CPM1 Programming Manual W228 E1 L Host link Unit SYSMAC C Series Host Link Unit User s Manual W148 E1 L 15 16 SECTION 2 Hardware Settings and Connections This section describes the settings of the NT11S
158. y table To make changes with the numeral or character string memory table of the NT11S change the con tents of words by the PC Allocated word Numeral memory numeral table table 1 Start 12345678 word character string memory table 5 g Start 1 LL 4 12345678 EEE 7 Alocated wo Character string Start 6 2 6 4 6 I memory table 4 Start 1 Reference Whenitis necessary to display changing data such as monitored data of words in the PC use the numeral and character string memory tables This must be used to change the display contents contents of memory table and words 111 Memory Tables and Bar Graph Section 5 2 Procedure 1 Use the support tool to allocate the numeral and character string memory tables to the PC memory 2 Register the memory tables for the numerals and character strings to be dis played when creating the screen data by using the support tool To display a character string use character display and specify the charac ter string memory table by using the support tool To display numerals use numeral display and specify the numeral memory table by using the support tool 3 Create a PC program to write the contents of numerals and character strings to be displayed on the NT11S to the PC words Application Example of the Numeral Memory Tables Allocated to the PC Words This example gives the procedure to directly display the contents of the words allo cated as the n
159. y used to store the character data Up to 128 character string memory tables can be used and up to 20 characters 20 bytes can be stored in one memory table The character string memory tables at up to 8 positions can be registered in one screen Displaying a Character string The character string memory tables are registered with table numbers O to 127 When creating the screen data by using the support tool set the position on the screen to display a character string and also set a character string number to be displayed When the NT11S is operated the screen displays the contents of the character string memory table Characters and Figures Which can be Displayed The power of expression of the screen can be increased by giving various attrib utes such as the enlarged or reverse display to the characters of the character string memory table The character attributes can be set in the edit screen when creating the screen data by using the support tool The following types of characters can be displayed on the NT11S Charade Dots Maximum Number of T vertical x Character Set Characters Displayed in One ype horizontal Screen without overwriting Normal height Alphanumerics and 20 characters x 4 lines 8x16 characters symbols 80 characters Marke 8x16 Create by using the support tool e Enlarged display of the characters and marks The characters and marks can be enlarged to the following scales Double width scale

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