Omron NT31 NT31C - Manual

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

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

ix About this Manual: This manual describes connecting the NT-series NT31 and NT31C Programmable Terminals to a PC(Programmable Controller) or other host and peripheral devices and the settings required for communica-tions and applications. It includes the sections described below. Please read this ...

TABLE OF CONTENTS x Related Manuals: Related manuals are listed below. The j symbol at the end of the catalog number is the revision number. Connecting and Setting Up the Programmable Terminal S NT31 and NT31C PT Setup Manual (V062-E1- j , this manual) This manual describes connecting the Programmab...

xi 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 Ter-minal. You must read this section and understand the information contained before attempt...

! ! ! ! 3 Safety Precautions xii 1 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). • Personnel in charge of introducing FA systems into production facilities. • Personnel in charge ...

3 Safety Precautions xiii WARNING Do not attempt to take the unit apart and do not touch anyinternal parts while the power is being supplied. Doing either ofthese may result in electrical shock. WARNING Switch OFF the NT31/NT31C power before replacing thebacklight. Otherwise you could sustain an ele...

1-1 Section Role and Operation of the NT31/NT31C 2 1-1 Role and Operation of the NT31/NT31C The NT31/NT31C is a sophisticated display unit (programmable terminal) whichautomatically displays information and can also be used for operations whennecessary. The following gives a general description of t...

1-1 Section Role and Operation of the NT31/NT31C 3 1-1-2 Operations of the NT31/NT31C The information to be displayed (screen data) can be created on a computer us-ing the Support Tool and stored in the NT31/NT31C. The screen data can bedisplayed on the NT31/NT31C in response to instructions from th...

1-2 Section Functions of the NT31/NT31C 4 1-2 Functions of the NT31/NT31C The NT31/NT31C has the following features. 1-2-1 Features Downsized Body • Slim body (50 mm or less in the panel*). • The communication cable connectors are housed in the unit so that they do notprotrude from the unit. * When ...

1-2 Section Functions of the NT31/NT31C 5 Screen data can be checked simply by operations at the NT31/NT31C systemmenu, without connecting up to the Support Tool. The data capacity of 1 MB is twice that of the NT30/NT30C, enabling storage of alarger quantity of screen data. The number of elements th...

1-2 Section Functions of the NT31/NT31C 6 1-2-3 Additional Functions of the V2 Versions The V2 versions of NT31/NT31C are supplemented and enhanced by the fol-lowing functions. The V2 versions are compatible with the high-speed 1:N NT Link as well as theearlier standard 1:N NT Link. Operands (values...

1-2 Section Functions of the NT31/NT31C 7 1-2-4 Comparison between NT30/NT30C and NT31/NT31C Item NT30/NT30C NT31/NT31C Support Tool used NT - ZJCAT1 - EV4 or NT - ZA3AT-EV2 NT-ZJCAT1 - EV4 DIP switches On rear of unit None (software settings) Use of B7A unit Possible Not possible Use of memory unit...

1-2 Section Functions of the NT31/NT31C 9 1-2-5 Principal Functions of NT31/NT31C The following are the principal functions of the NT31/NT31C. Functions relating to data display Character display Characters of various sizes can be displayed. Characters can be flashed and displayed in reversevideo. H...

Section 10 Functions relating to the system System menu System settings and maintenance can be performed by selecting from system menus displayed on the screen. Creation of screen data Screen data created using the Support Tool at a personal computer can be transferred and stored in the built-in scr...

Section 11 1-2-6 Displays The NT31/NT31C can display various kinds of elements such as characters, nu-meric values, graphs, lamps, and touch switches, on a screen. The screen datadisplayed by the NT31/NT31C are created by using the Support Tool at a per-sonal computer. Lamps Characters(character str...

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

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

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

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

1-4 Section Communications with the Host 17 Reference: The following optional devices are available. All of them can be used either withNT31 or NT31C. Replacement backlight NT31C-CFL01 Reflection-suppressing protective sheet NT30-KBA04 Chemical-resistant cover NT30-KBA01 Replacement battery 3G2A9-BA...

1-4 Section Communications with the Host 18 The NT31/NT31C can directly write to and read from such allocated bits andwords to change the display status of the elements on the PT screen, control thePT operating status, and notify statuses to the host. This function, which directly reads and writes t...

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

1-5 Section Communications Using Memory Links 20 1-4-4 Connecting to other Companies’ PCs Installing a system program for multi-venders by using a specific system installerenables the NT31/NT31C to be connected to the PCs of other models in directconnection. This system installer is supplied with th...

1-5 Section Communications Using Memory Links 21 Screen switching strobe Numerals input strobe Character-string input strobe • The usable area for allocation is the PT memory only. 1-5-2 Comparison between Direct Connection and Memory Link The major differences between the direct connection and the ...

1-6 Section Before Operating 22 1-6 Before Operating Follow the procedure given below to start the system of the NT31/NT31C. • For the host link, refer topages 54 and 101, andthe manuals for the hostlink unit and peripheraltools. • For the NT link (1:1), referto pages 67 and 111. • For the NT link (...

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

2-1 Section Method for Connection to the Host 26 2-1 Method for Connection to the Host This section describes the methods for connection to the host used with theNT31/NT31C, and the relationship between the connection method and thecommunication method. NT31/NT31C Communication Ports and Communicati...

2-1 Section Method for Connection to the Host 27 Combinations of Communication Method and Connection Method The connection methods that can be used depending on the communicationmethod used and the communication type for communication between theNT31/NT31C and the host are indicated in the table bel...

2-2 Section Names and Functions of Parts 29 2-2 Names and Functions of Parts Before starting operation, the names and functions of the parts of theNT31/NT31C are described here as a confirmation. A method of hardware set-tings is also described. Front View POWER RUN POWER LEDLit in green when the po...

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

31 SECTION 3 Hardware Settings and Connections This section describes the settings of the PTs and methods for connection to peripheral devices. For details on connecting to the host, refer Section 4 Connecting to the Host from the RS-232C Port or Section 5 Connecting to the Host from the RS-422A/485...

3-1 Section Installation 32 Note On unpacking the NT31/NT31C and peripheral devices, check their external ap-pearance and confirm that there is no damage. Also confirm that there is no ab-normal noise on shaking the unit lightly. 3-1 Installation Install the NT31/NT31C in the operation panel and con...

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

3-2 Section Connecting to the Support Tool 35 3-2 Connecting to the Support Tool In order to install the system program in the NT31/NT31C, or to transmit screendata created with the Support Tool to the NT31/NT31C, the NT31/NT31C mustbe connected to a personal computer with an RS-232C cable. The NT31...

3-3 Section Connecting a Printer 36 3-3 Connecting a Printer Connecting a printer to the NT31/NT31C enables printing of hard copies of thecurrently displayed screen (printing of screen images), and, by system menu op-erations, printing of the screen display history and alarm history. The following t...

3-4 Section Connecting a Bar Code Reader 37 3-4 Connecting a Bar Code Reader Connecting a bar code reader to the NT31/NT31C enables bar code data to readas character strings into character string input fields, and set in character stringmemory tables. In order to use a bar code reader, the Comm. A M...

3-4 Section Connecting a Bar Code Reader 38 Make the settings shown in the table below at the bar code reader. Make surethat the communications speed, parity, stop bit, and data bit settings match thecommunication settings made at the NT31/NT31C. For details on the settingmethod, refer to the instru...

3-5 Section Using a Memory Unit (-Vj Versions) 39 3-5 Using a Memory Unit (-V Versions) This section discusses the use of a memory unit with a V1 or V2 version of anNT31/NT31C PT (NT31-ST121 -EV or NT31C-ST141 -EV ). Reference: Depending on the PT model and the system program which is installed, the...

3-5 Section Using a Memory Unit (-Vj Versions) 41 The functions of the DIP switches on the memory unit are indicated in the tablebelow. • SW1 Switch Function SW1 1 Automatic transmission (writing from the memory OFF : Not executed SW1-1 Automatic transmission (writing from the memoryunit to the PT) ...

3-5 Section Using a Memory Unit (-Vj Versions) 42 In this mode, system program or the screen data in the NT31/NT31C is forciblywritten to the memory unit irrespective of the setting status of the NT31/NT31C. This mode is convenient if the touch panel is broken and touch switch operationis not possib...

3-5 Section Using a Memory Unit (-Vj Versions) 44 In this method, the direction of transmission and area of the memory unit usedare set by touch switch operations at the NT31/NT31C. Transmission can beexecuted while checking the settings. Reference: When data is written to the NT31/NT31C or memory u...

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

3-5 Section Using a Memory Unit (-Vj Versions) 46 • The continuous buzzer sounds. • The RUN LED flashes. If a protect setting error occurs when executing manual transmission, it is pos-sible to return to the memory unit manual transmission screen by pressing theOK touch switch, but in the case of ot...

3-6 Section Using a Memory Unit (Versions without the -Vj Suffix) 47 3-6 Using a Memory Unit (Versions without the -V Suffix) This section discusses the use of a memory unit with the basic versions of theNT31/NT31C PTs (NT31-ST121 -E or NT31C-ST141 -E). Reference: In this case, the function and use ...

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

53 SECTION 4 Connecting to the Host from the RS-232C Port This section describes the method for connecting to the host using the RS-232C port of the PT. 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1-1 Host Types and Sett...

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

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

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

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

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

4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 61 Allocation DM Area Settings for CPU Settings are written from the Programming Device (a Programming Console orCX-Programmer) directly into the allocation DM area (system setting area) ofthe CPU. After the settings are written, they become eff...

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

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

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

4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 65 When using the CQM1H’s built-in peripheral port, turn ON SW7. Setting the Switches of a CPM2A When using a CPM2A, the switches on the front panel must be set as shownbelow in order to make the PC Setup settings effective. Set the Communicatio...

4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 66 CS1 series CPU type : CS1G/H-CPU -E (-V1) Connect to the built-in RS-232C port of the CPU, or the RS-232C port of thecommunication board. Note that the connection to a peripheral port must bemade via an RS-232C adapter (CS1W-CN118) specially ...

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

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

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

4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 72 Using the NT Link (1:N) Method Compatible Host Units The OMRON PCs that can be connected using the NT link (1:N) method are theCS1-series CS1G/H and the C-series C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, CQM1H, andSRM1 only. With the CS1-series PCs, it is possible ...

4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 73 Device (e.g. SYSMAC support software) in accordance with the host model andport. Connection to Word # Writing Value Setting C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, SRM1 Built-in RS-232C port DM6645 C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E Communication Board port A *1 CQM1H port 1 *2 D...

4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 74 *1 Set any value between 0000 and 0009 Hex for the communications baud rate. The same baud rate will be used regardless of the value as long as it is between0000 and 0009 Hex. When connecting PT with its model number 0, 2-5 to the built-in RS...

4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 75 When connecting PTs with model numbers 3 to 6 to port 1, for example, set thevalue 8200 Hex to DM32000, 0000 Hex to DM32001, and 0006 Hex toDM32006. Connecting to CS1 Series Serial Communication Unit A CS1 series backplane mounted type : CS1W...

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

4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 77 Setting the Front Switches Set the CPU DIP switch to 4 or 5 in accordance with the port NT31/NT31C isconnected to. Peripheral port This is used mainly forconnection to theProgramming Device.(This also supportsconnection of RS-232Cdevices.) RS...

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

4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 80 OMRON Cables with Connectors When a connection is made at serial port A in other than the memory link meth-od, OMRON cables with connectors shown below are available. Model Cable Length Connector Specification XW2Z-200S 2 m 9 pin ⇔ 25 pin XW2...

4-1 Section Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 81 Serial Port A 1 6 5 9 * NT31/NT31C 1 14 13 25 FG +5V CS RS RD SD 5G 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 – – – – FG 5G CS RS RD SD ER – – – – – PC (host link unit) (25-pin type) (9-pin type) RS-232Cinterface RS-232Cinterface Abbreviation Pin num...

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

5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port 87 Note One end of the wire must always be connected to the host (PC), and there mustbe no branching. Branching will cause problems such as transmission delaysand communication failures. NT31 NT31C PC PC NT31 PC NT31C NT31C NT31 NT31 NT31 NT31 NT31 (...

5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port 88 When making a connection between RS-232C and RS-422A/485 ports using anRS-232C/RS-422A convertor unit, set the DIP switches on the NT-AL001 as fol-lows. 1 2 3 4 5 6 ON om on R NT-AL001 Built-in terminal resistor setting (DIP SW1-2) If at the end o...

5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port 90 Connecting an NT-AL001 and Host RS-232C NT31/NT31C Host NT-AL001 Wiring When Connecting a Host Link Unit (25-pin) Applicable units: C200H-LK201-V13G2A5-LK201-EV1C500-LK2033G2A6-LK201-EV1CV500-LK201 (communication port 1) Cables with connectors tha...

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

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

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

5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port 98 Name Delivered with Remarks Model XM2S-0911 9-pin type Made by OMRON C-series CQM1, C200HS,C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E CVM1/CV-series CPUs CV500-LK201 XM2S-0913 Made by OMRON 9-pin --- Connectorhood XM2S-0911-E Made by OMRON 9-pin CS1 series CS1G/CS1H hood ...

5-1 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port 99 Name Model Maker Remarks XM2A-2501 25-pin type Made by OMRON Delivered with the followingunits: C500-LK203 Connector DB-25P F-N 25-pin type Made by JAE Delivered with the followingunits: 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 3G2A5-LK201-EV1 Connector XM2S-2511 25-pin t...

5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 100 In order to set the terminal resistance, wiring work is required at the cable’s con-nector: carry out the wiring correctly by referring to APPENDIX E Making theCable, page 267. Abbreviation FG - - TRM RDB (+) SDB (+) - - - Pin number Connecto...

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

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

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

5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 110 Connecting to a CPM2C The CPM2C PCs do not have the same kind of port connectors found onCS1-series PCs. The CPM2C’s communication port handles both RS-232C andperipheral port connections which are divided internally. Therefore, when usingthe...

5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 111 Allocation DM area (CH) Writing Value Settings Port 2 Writing Value Settings DM32010 8000 Host link mode, 2 stop bits, data length 7 bits,even parity, DM32011 0000 Communication speed 9600 bps. 0007 Communication speed 19200 bps. DM32012 0000...

5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 113 Terminator (TERM): Set to ON for termination ON. Serial Communications Board (Inner Board slot 1) Terminator Switch (TERM) Set to ON (right side). Wire Selection Switch (WIRE) Set to 4 (right side). Using the NT Link (1:N) Method Compatible H...

5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 114 Connection to Word # Writing Value Setting Port A of a C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E *1 DM6555 5 00 Use NT link (1:N) = highest unit number of the ( ) *3 Port 2 of a CQM1H *2 DM6550 5 00 g est u t u be o t e connected PTs (1 to 7) *3 *1 The Communication...

5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 115 Setting the Front Switches Port 1 RS-232C Port 2 RS-422A/485 Terminal resistance setting switch (TER) Set to ON (Terminal resistance is present.) (right side) Two wire type/four wire type changeover switch (WIRE) For RS-422A : 4 (4 wire type)...

5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 116 PCs supporting direct connection to the CPU Unit PCs supporting connection through a Serial Communication Board --- CS1G-CPU42/43/44/45-E(V1) (*1) CS1H-CPU63/64/65/66/67-E(V1) (*1) *1 A CS1W-SCB41 Serial Communication Board is required. Setti...

5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 117 When connecting to the host with the memory link method, it is necessary tocreate a program for the memory link at the host side. The following are the communication conditions that can be used with thememory link method. For the host (a pers...

5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 119 Wiring When Connecting a CS1-series CS1G/H Serial CommunicationsBoard, C series C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E Communication Board, CQM1H Seri-al Communications Board, or CVM1/CV-series Host Link Unit Applicable units: CS1G-CPU42-E(V1) CS1G-CPU43-E(V1) CS...

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

5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 121 5-2-3 Direct Connection between RS-485 Ports at Both Units The connection method in which the RS-485 ports of an NT31/NT31C and a hostare connected is described here. NT31/NT31C CS1G/HC200HX/HG/HE(-Z)ECQM1H CPU 25-pin connector 9-pin connecto...

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

5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 125 5-2-5 1:N Connection among RS-485 Ports The connection method in which the RS-485 ports of multiple NT31/NT31Csand one host are connected in a 1:N connection is described here. NT31/NT31C 25-pin connector 9-pin connector Serial port B(RS-485,...

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

5-2 Section Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 127 CS1H-CPU65-E(V1) CS1H-CPU66-E(V1) CS1H-CPU67-E(V1) C200HE-CPU32-(Z)E C200HE-CPU42-(Z)E C200HG-CPU33-(Z)E C200HG-CPU43-(Z)E C200HG-CPU53-(Z)E C200HG-CPU63-(Z)E C200HX-CPU34-(Z)E C200HX-CPU44-(Z)E C200HX-CPU54-(Z)E C200HX-CPU64-(Z)E C200HX-CPU6...

6-1 Section System Menu Operation Flow 133 6-1 System Menu Operation Flow Follow the procedure below when using the NT31/NT31C for the first time orchanging the system program. Create the data to be displayed on the NT31/NT31C by using the Support Tool. For details on creating screen data, refer to ...

6-2 Section Starting the NT31/NT31C 134 6-2 Starting the NT31/NT31C After checking that the hardware has been connected correctly, switch on thepower to the NT31/NT31C to start it up. This section describes the operation of the NT31/NT31C when it is started up. 6-2-1 Operation at Startup The NT31/NT...

6-3 Section Operation Modes and the System Menu 135 6-3 Operation Modes and the System Menu The NT31/NT31C operates in four modes: the RUN, Transmit, Maintenance,and Expansion modes. These modes are selected from the System Menu. In addition, the NT31/NT31C also features the System Installer mode wh...

6-3 Section Operation Modes and the System Menu 136 The items displayed in the system menu and their functions are as follows. Menu Item Function Quit Clear the System Menu screen and return to the RUN modescreen. Transmit Mode Display the Transmit Mode screen to allow transmission forscreen data be...

6-3 Section Operation Modes and the System Menu 137 6-3-2 Menu Tree The System Menu allows the various functions of the NT31/NT31C to beexecuted by using touch switches displayed on the touch panel. The menu tree,starting from the System Menu, is shown below. For details on System Menu operations, r...

6-3 Section Operation Modes and the System Menu 138 6-3-3 Operations with the System Menu This section describes how to use the menus, including how to call the SystemMenu, how to call the System Installer mode, and how to select menu items. The System Menu can be displayed by either of the followin...

6-3 Section Operation Modes and the System Menu 139 NT31/NT31C, while pressing the touch switch at the top left corner of the touchpanel (size: 7.2 mm 7.2 mm). POWER RUN Switch the power to the NT31/NT31C ON while pressing this touch switch. The menu items in the System Menu are displayed on the NT3...

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

6-4 Section Memory Initialization 141 Clear the screen data by following the menu operation from the System Menushown below. Select Maintenance Mode. Select Memory Init.. Select Screen Data. Select Yes. The screen data is cleared. During clear-ance, the message Erasing Now... is dis-played. Ver 3.10...

6-4 Section Memory Initialization 142 6-4-2 Initializing Display History Record Data The display history record function keeps a record of the order of display of thescreens displayed during operation, and the number of times each screen is dis-played. These records are kept only for screens for whi...

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

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

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

6-5 Section Operations in the System Installer Mode 152 Clearing the System Program Select Download System Program. Select Yes. The system program is cleared. Duringclearance, the message Erasing ... is dis-played. • If Return to Menu is selected, the NT31/NT31C returns to the System Installermode m...

6-5 Section Operations in the System Installer Mode 153 6-5-3 Changing the System Settings The NT31/NT31C allows the following settings to be made to prevent the screendata and memory switch settings from being changed or deleted by operatingerrors. Disabling/enabling System Menu Display When System...

6-5 Section Operations in the System Installer Mode 154 • If writing of the settings fails, a screen asking whether you wish to try again isdisplayed. After the settings have been written, the System Installer mode menu screen isredisplayed. 6-5-4 Clearing Screen Data If the screen data has been cor...

6-6 Section Transmitting the Screen Data 155 6-6 Transmitting the Screen Data The screen data is created with the Support Tool and then transmitted to theNT31/NT31C. This section explains how to transmit the screen data. For details on how to create the screen data and the operation of the SupportTo...

6-6 Section Transmitting the Screen Data 156 3. Establish the Transmit mode by following the menu operation from the Sys- tem Menu shown below at the NT31/NT31C. Select Transmit Mode. Select Tool Transmit. Ver 3.10 4. Open the screen data to be transmitted at the Support Tool, then select Download (...

6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 158 Port Communication Method/Communication Type Settings Setting Item Function Setting Options Page Comm. A Method Set the communication method used at serialport A. Depending on the communication meth-od, further ...

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

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

6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 164 Press the Unit No. touch switch to displaythe unit number to be set. Press the Comm.Speed touch switch to display the commu-nications speed, standard or 115.2-kbpshigh-speed. (The Comm. Speed setting de-termines...

6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 166 Display the data bits to be set (7 bits or 8 bits)by pressing the Data Bit Length touch switch. Display the stop bits to be set (1 bit or 2 bits)by pressing the Stop Bit Length touch switch. Display the parity t...

6-7 Section Setting Conditions for Communications with Host by Using Memory Switches 167 6-7-6 Setting the Communication Type for Serial Port B Set the communication type (RS-232C or RS-422A) for serial port B by followingthe operation from the System Menu shown below. Select Maintenance Mode. Selec...

6-9 Section System Settings 168 6-8 Starting Operation After completing screen data transmission and setting the communicationconditions, connect the NT31/NT31C to the host and start operation. Note Check the operation of all screen data and host programs carefully before usingthem. If incorrect, th...

6-9 Section System Settings 169 The four memory switch setting screens are shown below. [ ] (next screen) [ ] (next screen) [ ] (previous screen) [ ] (previous screen) [ ] (next screen) [ ] (previous screen) [ ] (next screen) [ ] (previous screen) Memory Switch Settings A list of the memory switch s...

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

6-9 Section System Settings 173 • PC-PR201H: Printers that can emulate the PC-PR201H, made by NEC Corp. • PCL 5: Printers that conform to the PCL 5 printer control specifications. Note that the NT31 can only be used with the monochrome Tone setting anddoes not support color printing. For the NT31, t...

6-9 Section System Settings 174 6-9-6 Setting the Print Method (NT31C Only) The NT31/NT31C has a function for printing out data at a printer connected to itin response to an instruction from the host or operation at the NT31/NT31C. When using the NT31C, the currently displayed screen image or other ...

6-9 Section System Settings 175 • To quit the memory switch setting screen without confirming the settings, pressthe Abort touch switch. The NT31/NT31C will return to the MAINTENANCEMODE MENU screen with the previous settings still in effect. 6-9-7 Setting Screen Saver Movement The NT31/NT31C has a ...

6-9 Section System Settings 179 6-9-9 Setting the History Display Method The NT31/NT31C features the display history record function, which records thetime at which screens are displayed during operation and the number of timesthey are displayed, and the alarm history record function, which continua...

6-9 Section System Settings 181 6-9-10 Setting the Resume Function The NT31/NT31C has a function to keep the contents of the memory tables evenwhen the power to the NT31/NT31C is OFF and write back them to the hostwhen the power is turned ON. If the resume function is OFF, the memory tables are init...

6-9 Section System Settings 183 6-9-11 Setting the Automatic Reset Function The NT31/NT31C has a function for ignoring communication errors and auto-matically returning to the RUN mode when they occur. The Comm. Auto-return setting determines whether the automatic reset func-tion is effective or not...

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

6-11 Section System Maintenance 191 6-11 System Maintenance The NT31/NT31C has the following maintenance and check functions. Item Function Page I/O Settings Adjustment of display panel contrast and brightness of the backlight. Page 191 Calendar Check Display and setting of the time data of the NT31...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 193 Setting Using Brightness and Contrast Adjustment Screen Display screen number 9030 using either a touch switch with switch screen func-tion, or by specifying the display screen in the PT status control area. Adjust the contrast with the touch switches inthe right ...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 195 Setting Using Brightness and Contrast Adjustment Screen Display screen number 9030 using either a touch switch with switch screen func-tion, or by specifying the display screen in the PT status control area. Adjust the brightness with the touch switches(High, Midd...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 197 6-11-3 Checking the PT Setting Status The direct connection settings of the NT31/NT31C screen data, and the settingsfor serial port A and serial port B, can be checked. Screen Configuration and Display Contents There are the following three PT setting status scree...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 198 Display the PT setting statuses by following the menu operation from the SystemMenu shown below. Select Maintenance Mode. Select PT Settings. Switch the screen as required by pressing the[ ↓ ] (next screen) or [ ↑ ] (previous screen) touch switch. Press Quit. The ...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 199 Reference: With the NT31/NT31C, the record data can also be displayed by calling screenNo. 9001 (sort by occurrence) or screen No. 9002 (sort by frequency) duringthe RUN mode. For details on the display history record function, refer to 2-15-1 Display Histo- ry Re...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 200 If required, press Prt. to print the display his-tory record data. Press Quit. The NT31/NT31C returns to the DISPLAYHISTORY MENU screen. Example Print-out All of the recorded data is printed out in the same order as on the currently dis-played screen. Example: Sor...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 202 Press Quit. The NT31/NT31C returns to the ALARMHISTORY MENU screen. Example Print-out All of the recorded data is printed out in the same order as on the currently dis-played screen. Example: Sort by occurrence method, from oldest record No. Comment YY/MM/DD HH:MM...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 203 Operations On The SCREEN DATA CHECK Screen The function shown below can be set on the SCREEN DATA CHECK screen. Use this function as required when displaying complex screens on which multi-ple display elements have been registered overlapping each other. a) Equiva...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 205 Press Quit to return to the screen numberselection screen. Press Disp. T 015003 RUN BOILER OPERATION T 015301 STOP T 016312 ERROR L 020000 StartConfirmation StopConfirmation ErrorOccurrence L 020005 L 020013 Touching the top or bottom of the screenchanges the way ...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 206 Reference: The buzzer will sound in this check regardless of the setting made with the Buzz-er Sound memory switch. Check the buzzer by following the menu operation from the System Menu shownbelow. Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select Device Check. Se...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 209 Check if the backlight functions normally by following the menu operation fromthe System Menu shown below. Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select Device Check. Select Backlight Check. Ver 3.10 • If the backlight is normal, it flashes. At this time, the ...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 210 Once a screen data check has been started, it cannot be stopped. Check the screen data memory by following the menu operation from the Sys-tem Menu shown below. Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select Device Check. Select Screen Memory. Press Execute. Ve...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 215 Note When The voltage is lowered is displayed, replace the built-in battery immedi-ately. For details on the replacement method, refer to 7-3-1 Replacing the Bat- tery (page 244). 6-11-8 Checking Interfaces The NT31/NT31C allows the following communication functio...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 217 After confirming the result of the test, press Quit. The NT31/NT31C returns to theI/F CHECK MENU screen. Check communication at the serial ports (A, B). Check Screen The check screen and check method differ according to the communicationmethod set for the port to ...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 218 For Memory LinkExample: Serial port A while using the memory link The check is started as soon as the check screen is displayed. Send the com-mand from the host. • If communication with the host is normal, the data received from the host is dis-played in hexadecim...

6-11 Section System Maintenance 219 Check Method Check communication with the serial ports by following the menu operation fromthe System Menu shown below. Select Maintenance Mode. Select I/O Check. Select I/F Check. Select Comm. Port A or Comm. Port B. The check screen is displayed (Checkscreen, pa...

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

6-12 Section Programming Console Function 222 Commu- nication Method Commu- nication Type Applicable PCs Connected Port NT Link(1:1) RS-232C C200HE-CPU42-(Z)E (*1) C200HG-CPU43-(Z)E (*1) C200HG-CPU63-(Z)E (*1) C200HX-CPU44-(Z)E (*1) C200HX-CPU64-(Z)E (*1) C200HX-CPU65-ZE (*1) C200HX-CPU85-ZE (*1) CP...

6-12 Section Programming Console Function 224 6-12-3 Method of Use The Programming Console screen is displayed by operating the system menuas described below. Select Expansion Mode. Select Programming Console. The Programming Console screen is dis-played. Press the Programming Console sheet keys(tou...

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

6-12 Section Programming Console Function 226 Standard Programming Console Key Sheet Programming Console Key Sheet for CS1 Series Differences with Respect to Programming Consoles • Programs cannot be stored (recorded) or read (replayed). If it is necessary tostore or read a program, use a Programmin...

! 6-13 Section Device Monitor Function 227 6-13 Device Monitor Function The NT31/NT31C has been equipped with the Device Monitor function whichcan be used to change the PC’s operating mode, read/change words in the PC’sdata areas, and display the PC’s error log of a CS1G/CS1H, CPM1, CPM2A,CPM2C, CQM...

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

6-14 Section Version Display 230 6-14 Version Display Use the Version Display function to check the version of the NT31/NT31C’s sys-tem program. The Version Display screen shows the model, creation date, andversion of the system program installed in the NT31/31C. 6-14-1 Method of Use The Version Dis...

7-1 Section Troubleshooting 232 7-1 Troubleshooting When a fault relating to the operation of the NT31/NT31C occurs, find the symp-toms in the table below and respond by following the corresponding Remedy in- dicated in the table. Note 1. Confirm system safety before turning the power ON/OFF or rese...

7-2 Section Responding to Displayed Error Messages 235 NT31/NT31C Symptoms Remedy Cause The display is dim. Insufficient contrast or brightness Increase the contrast/brightness (pages 191 and193). Backlight defective, or its life hasexpired Replace the backlight (page 242). The display is too faint....

7-2 Section Responding to Displayed Error Messages 237 7-2-2 Errors Occurring during Operation and Their Remedies The table below shows the errors that can occur during operation of theNT31/NT31C and their remedies. Message Cause Remedy [Address Setting Error] Addressing Error exists in theScreen. C...

7-2 Section Responding to Displayed Error Messages 239 7-2-4 Errors in the System Installer Mode and Their Remedies This section describes the errors that may occur in the System Installer mode ofthe NT31/NT31C, and the remedies for these errors. Message Cause Remedy System Program not exist orincor...

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

7-3 Section Maintenance of the NT31/NT31C 241 Error Details Remedy Displayed Probable Cause Time-out Error The connecting cables are notconnected correctly. (Send/Receive) Check the communication cable connection andperform a conductivity test. If there is a fault,replace the cable. For details on c...

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

7-3 Section Maintenance of the NT31/NT31C 244 7. Reconnect the wiring, cables, and units disconnected in 2 , and tighten the screws. 8. Before starting normal operation, confirm that the following tests can be executed correctly by using the I/O check in the Maintenance menu. Alsoperform a communica...

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

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

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

Appendix A Specifications 248 Performance Specifications Display Specifications Item Specification Display device NT31: Monochrome STN LCD (with backlight) NT31C: Color STN LCD (with backlight) Number of dots (resolution) 320 dots horizontally 240 dots vertically Size of a standard character NT 31-S...

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

Appendix A Specifications 251 Communications Specifications For a Host Link , RS-232C Type Item Specification Communications standard EIA RS-232C Communications settings Start-stop synchronization Communications speed: 9600, 19200 bps Data length: 7 bits Stop bit: 2 bits Parity: Even Connector 9-pin...

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

Appendix B Dimensions 256 Mounting Dimensions 5 (0.2) POWER RUN 145 (5.71) 25 (0.98) 15.5 (0.61) 206 (8.11) Mounting panel Mounting fixture 34 (1.34) (min.) 38 (1.5) (max.) Units: mm (inch) 153 (6.02)

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

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

Appendix C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit 261 Specifications The general specifications and communications specifications of the convertor unit are shown below. General Specifications Item Specification Dimensions 30 (W) 114 (H) 100.2 (D) mm: with the RS-422A terminal block cover closed 30 ...

Appendix C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit 262 DIP Switch Settings The convertor unit has 6 digits DIP switch for setting the RS-422A/485 communication conditions. Before connecting the cable to the convertor unit, make the DIP switch settings. 1 2 3 4 5 6 OFF ON SW1-3 SW1-4 ON om on R NT–AL...

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

Appendix C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit 264 Block Diagram A diagram showing the internal blocks of the convertor unit is shown below. Refer to this diagram when makingcables yourself, or when connecting devices with special interfaces. SW1-6 Terminator R R D-SUB 9P CASE +5 V SG SD RD RS C...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Appendix I Relationship between System Program and Hardware 276 Combining a -V1 Version and -V2 Version Hardware NT31-ST121 -EV1 NT31C-ST141 -EV1 NT31-ST121 -EV2 NT31C-ST141 -EV2 System program Ver. 2.0 or Ver. 2.1 The following functions (new functions supported by the -V2) cannot be used: Addition...

277 Appendix J Model List PTs Model Specification NT31-ST121-EV2 STN monochrome display, ivory NT31-ST121B-EV2 STN monochrome display, black NT31C-ST141-EV2 STN color display, ivory NT31C-ST141B-EV2 STN color display, black Host Link Units Model Specification Applicable PC 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 CPU-mounte...

Appendix J Model List 278 Model PC Type Specification CPM2C-10 - CPM2C-20 - The PC’s communications connector can be split intoan RS-232C port and peripheral port with aCPM2C-CN111 Connecting Cable. (TheCS1W-CN114/118 Connecting Cables convert theconnector to a single RS-232C or peripheral port.) C-...

Appendix J Model List 279 Model PC Type Specification CPM2C-10 - CPM2C-20 - Connect to the RS-232C port of a CPM2C-CN111Connecting Cable. C-series CPM2C CQM1-CPU41-EV1CQM1-CPU42-EV1CQM1-CPU43-EV1CQM1-CPU44-EV1CQM1-CPU45-EV1 Features a 9-pin connector for RS-232C connections C-series CQM1 CQM1H-CPU21...

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

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

Appendix J Model List 282 Printer Cable Model Specification NT-CNT121 Printer cable for half pitch (1.5 m), made by OMRON Cable for Peripheral Port of CS1-series PC Model Specification CS1W-CN118 Made by OMRON (CS1-series peripheral port ↔ D-Sub, 9-pin, female) Connecting Cable for the CPM2C Communi...

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

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

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

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

289 Revision History A manual revision code appears as a suffix to the catalog number on the front cover of the manual. Cat. No. V062-E1-02 Revision code The following table outlines the changes made to the manual during each revision. Page numbers refer to theprevious version. Revision code Date Re...

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