Functions & Installation 3. Installation
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3.4 Connection
This section indicates the connection of the Controller and the Teach Pendant.
Be sure to connect the cables of Controller and Teach Pendant properly. Do
not allow unnecessary strain on the cables. (Do not put heavy objects on the
cables. Do not bend or pull the cables forcibly.) The unnecessary strain on the
cables may result in damage to the cables, disconnection, and/or contact failure.
Damaged cables, disconnection, or contact failure is extremely hazardous and
may result in improper function of the system.
Make sure that the pins are not bent when connecting the connector.
Connecting the connector with the pin bent may cause malfunction and result in
improper function of the system.
CAUTION
The connector connected to the end of the cable is a general-purpose type
connector. When connecting the connector, note that the waterproof efficiency
and dustproof efficiency of the connector do not comply with IP65.

3.4.1 Typical cable connection

The Teach Pendant and the Operator Panel is connected to TP/OP port of controller.
When nothing is connected to the TP/OP port, Emergency Stop status occurs to the
Controller. When the Teach Pendant or the Operator Panel is not connected, connect the
TP/OP bypass plug.
Example
A: Only using Teach Pendant (TP Cable A)
Controller
TP Cable
A
Teach
Pendant
Conversion Kit CK1
B: Only using Teach Pendant (TP Cable B)
Controller TP Cable
B
Teach
Pendant
C: Only using Operator Panel
Operator
Panel
Controller OP Cable
D: Using Teach Pendant and Operator Panel
Operator
Panel
Controller OP Cable TP Cable
A
Teach
Pendant
NOTE