Making the Cable for Connecting a PC | Omron NT31 NT31C instruction

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	2	2	SD

	RD	3	3	RD

	Personal computer RS	4	4	RS Connector for peripheral devices on PT
		5	5
	CS			CS

	SG	7	9	SG

	FG	1	Shielding wire

	Connector hood		Connector hood

Note Please connect the shielding wire to the connector hood.

Use the following recommended products when making the connecting cable.

Name	Model	Remarks

Connector	XM2D-2501	25-pin, made by OMRON, for personal computer side

	XM2A-0901	9-pin, made by OMRON, for PT side

Connector hood	XM2S-2511	25-pin, made by OMRON, for personal computer side

	XM2S-0911	9-pin, made by OMRON, for PT side

Cable	AWG28 5P IFVV-SB	Multi-core shielded cable, made by Fujikura Ltd.

	CA-MA-VV-SB 5P 28AWG	Multi-core shielded cable, made by Hitachi Cable, Ltd.

9-pin Connector

	RD	2	2	SD

	SD	3	3	RD

	Personal computer RS	7	4	RS Connector for peripheral devices on PT
		8	5
	CS			CS

	SG	5	9	SG

Shielding wire

Connector hood

Connector hood

Note Please connect the shielding wire to the connector hood.

Use the following recommended products when making the connecting cable.

Name	Model	Remarks

Connector	XM2D-0901	9-pin, made by OMRON, for personal computer

	XM2A-0901	9-pin, made by OMRON, for PT

Connector hood*	XM2S-0911	9-pin, mm pitch screw, made by OMRON

	XM2S-0913	9-pin, inch pitch screw, made by OMRON

Cable	AWG28 5P IFVV-SB	Multi-core shielded cable, made by Fujikura Ltd.

	CA-MA-VV-SB 5P 28AWG	Multi-core shielded cable, made by Hitachi Cable, Ltd.

* One XM2S-0911 (for PT) and either one XM2S-0911 or -0913 (for your personal computer) are needed.

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Contents

Setup Manual NT31and NT31C Programmable Terminals Page Omron Product References Page Table of Contents Index 285 Revision History 289 About this Manual Connecting and Setting Up the Programmable Terminal Connecting to Controllers Not Made by OmronProgrammable Terminal Functions and Operation Precautions General Precautions Safety PrecautionsSafety Conventions andtheir Meanings Intended Audience Xiii Section Role and Operation of the NT31/NT31C Operation of an NT31/NT31C at an FA Production SiteProduction Line Status Monitoring Operations of the NT31/NT31C Displays ScreensReceives Data from a Host Sends Data to a Host Screen Data Features Functions of the NT31/NT31CDownsized Body Construction Best Suited to the FA Environment Comparison between NT31 and NT31C Function NT31 Additional Functions of the V2 Versions Comparison between NT30/NT30C and NT31/NT31C NT30/NT30C NT31/NT31CNT-ZJCAT1-EV4 NT-ZS3AT-EV1 Functions of the NT31/NT31C Principal Functions of NT31/NT31C Following are the principal functions of the NT31/NT31CFunctions relating to data display Functions relating to data output Functions relating to data input Functions relating to communicationFunctions relating to the system Displays Fixed DisplaysTen directly onto the screen Touch Switches LampsNormal Standard Lamps Image Library Lamps Character string setting input field Thumbwheel Switches GraphsBar Graphs Analog Meters Alarm List/History Alarm ListAlarm History Recipe System Configuration Peripheral Devices That Can Be Connected Connecting to the Host Communications with the HostDirect Connection Function Features of the Direct Connection Function Host Link NT Link Section Communications Using Memory Links Connecting to other Companies’ PCsMemory Link Comparison between Direct Connection and Memory Link Memory Link Online Transfer Function Before Operating Device or Software Manual Title Number W262-E1-j Preparing for Connection Method for Connection to the Host NT31/NT31C Communication Ports and Communication MethodsCommunication Methods That Can Be Used with the Host Combinations of Communication Method and Connection Method NT31/NT31C and the host are indicated in the table belowLink Usable Communication Connection via a convertor unit1N connection via a convertor unit RS-485 Direct 11 connection Names and Functions of Parts Front ViewReference The NT31/NT31C comes in two body colors Body Color Rear View Hardware Settings and Connections Installation Installation EnvironmentInstallation in the Operation Panel Power Supply Connection Power SupplyApplicable power supply specifications are as follows Parts Used for Connection Grounding Fig. a Connecting to the Support Tool Recommended Connector CableCommunication Conditions Connecting a Printer Connection MethodRecommended Printers Connecting a Bar Code Reader Setting a Bar Code ReaderSettings at the NT31/NT31C Possible Settings Default Setting Settings at the Bar Code Reader Possible SettingsData Format About RS/CS Control Using a Memory Unit -VjVersions System programs can be transmitted usingPT Model System Program Function of Memory Unit Without V j Installation Method Method of Use DIP Switch Functions Below SW1SW2 Method of Execution Section Section Errors When Using a Memory Unit If screen data is selectedSource Destination Error Probable Cause Remedial Action Using a Memory Unit Versions without the -VjSuffix Switch Function SW2-3 On Bank OFF Bank SW1 Current PT Screen Data Current Memory Unit Screen Data Section Connecting to the Host from the RS-232C Port Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host Host Types and SettingsCompatible Host Units Communication Board CPM1 Settings at the Host Settings not shown here may be necessarySetting the Rear Switches Switch Setting CTS 5V supply CPU Bus Unit Settings Setting at Host Set the unit number to 0 through F so Allocation DM Area Settings for CPU PC SetupAllocation DM area CH Writing Value Settings Port CV500-CPU01-EV1/CV1000-CPU01-EV1/CV2000-CPU01-EV1 PC model Connection method PC Setup Area Settings Word # Writing Value Settings Connecting to a CPM2C Port connecting to PT PC SetupC200HX/HG/HE-ZE Serial Communications Board port B Setting the Switches of a CPM2A Setting the Switches of a CPM2CSetting the Switches on an RS-232C Adapter When using the peripheral port of CS1G/H Connecting to CS1-series Serial Communications Board Allocation DM Area Settings for CPU UnitWhen Using the NT Link 11 Method Compatible Host Units Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the HostSection Setting methods for each unit are as follows Host ModelCPM2C, CQM1, CQM1H, SRM1 PC Setup area data memory effective C200HX/HG/HE-ZE CQM1 CQM1H Connecting to CVM1/CV Series -EVj Set the DIP switches on the front panel as follows Using the NT Link 1N Method Compatible Host Units Settings required for each Unit are described belowCS1G CS1H Setting the DIP Switches of a C200HX/HG/HE-ZE Connecting to CS1-series CPU UnitsWriting Setting Port Connecting to CS1 Series Serial Communications Board CPU Allocation DM Area Settings Connecting to CS1 Series Serial Communication Unit CS1 series backplane mounted type CS1W-SCU21 Connecting CS1-series CPU Units CS1 series CPU type CS1G/H-CPUjj-EV1 Connecting to a CS1 Series Serial Communications Board Connecting to a CS1 Series Serial Communication UnitAllocation DM area CH Writing Settings Port Value When Using the Memory Link Method Setting the Front Switches Settings at the host Connecting Directly between RS-232C Ports ConnectorName Model Remarks Delivered with Model Cable Length Connector Specification Wiring for Other Connections Serial Port aSerial Port B CS1G-CPU42-EV1 CS1G-CPU43-EV1 CVM1-CPU11-EV2 Wiring for a Memory Link Connection NT31/NT31C PC Host link unit NT31/NT31C PC Host link unit 114 1325 Connecting to the Host from the RS-422A/485 Port Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port Type of Host and Settings Method Reference Settings at RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit NT-AL001 Sysmac Connecting an NT31/NT31C and NT-AL001 RS-422A Connecting an NT31/NT31C and NT-AL001 RS-485 Connecting an NT-AL001 and Host Wiring When Connecting a Host Link Unit 25-pinWiring for Connections Other Than Memory Link Applicable units CV500-LK201 communication port CV500-CPU01-EV1 CV2000-CPU01-EV1 CVM1-CPU01-EV2 CVM1-CPU21-EV2 CS1G/H C200HX/HG/HE-ZE Connecting an NT31/NT31C NT-AL001 RS-422A Connecting an NT31/NT31C NT-AL001 RS-485 Pin type Shielding wire NT31/NT31C side Connection between NT31/NT31C Units RS-422A Connection between NT31/NT31C Units RS-485 Recommended Connectors, Cables, and Crimp Terminals Connectors and Cables Recommended for RS-232C Cables with Connectors Made by Omron Made by JAE Name Model Maker Remarks TKVVBS4P-03 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Pin Nos Function When Using the Host Link Method Compatible Host Units Standard or high-speed of type RS-485 Before making a connection Below 103 104 C1000H/C2000H rack-mounting type C500-LK203 106 Connecting to a CPU Unit CVM1/CV-series -EVj CPUs When connecting to a C200HX/HG/HE-ZE or CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C C200HX/HG/HE-ZE, CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C, CQM1H, or SRM1 Setup area When using a CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C, SRM1When using a CQM1H Setting Switches on a C200HX/HG/HE-ZE Communications Board Setting Switches on a CQM1H Serial Communications BoardSetting the Switches on an RS-422A Adapter Using the NT Link 11 Method Compatible Host Units CVM1 CVM1-CPU01-EV2 CVM1-CPU11-EV2CVM1-CPU21-EV2 Host Model Word # Writing Value Setting Series C200HX/HG/HE-ZE and CQM1H NT Link 1N Function Communication boardCS1 CS1G Connecting to CS1 Series Serial Communication Board Connection to Word # 115 Allocation DM area Writing Settings Port Value Connecting an NT31/NT31C and Host RS-422A Direct Connection between RS-422A Ports at Both UnitsApplicable units C200H-LK202-V1 3G2A5-LK201-EV1 C500-LK203 3G2A6-LK202-EV1 Wiring When Connecting a CVM1/CV-series CPU C200HX-CPU65-ZE C200HX-CPU85-ZE CQM1H-CPU51CQM1H-CPU61 120 Connecting an NT31/NT31C and Host Direct Connection between RS-485 Ports at Both Units 4 1N Connection among RS-422A Ports Reference Connecting between NT31/NT31C Units Connecting an NT31/NT31C and a Host 124 5 1N Connection among RS-485 Ports 126 Recommended Connectors, Cables and Crimp Terminals Connectors and Cables Recommended for RS-422A/485 128 129 System Menu Operation 132 System Menu Operation Flow Changing the system programCreate the Screen Data Starting the NT31/NT31C Operation at Startup Operation Modes and the System Menu Relationships among Modes Menu Item Function CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C, CQM1, CQM1H, C200HX/HG Switch Menu Menu Tree Reference Calling the System Installer Mode Pressing a Touch Switch That Displays The System MenuOperations with the System Menu Touching The Corners of The Touch Panel Maintenance Mode in the System Menu Press Maintenance ModeSwitching from the System Menu to the RUN Mode Panel size 7.2 mm Memory Initialization Clearing Screen Data Memory Initialization Initializing Display History Record Data Select Maintenance Mode System Menu shown below Initializing Alarm History Record Data Initializing the Recipe Tables 146 Initializing the Memory Tables 148 Initializing the Memory Switches Operations in the System Installer Mode Memory Switch StatusOFF ESC/P Setting the Display Language in the System Installer Mode Clearing/Installing the System Program 152 Changing the System Settings Disabling/enabling System Menu DisplayDisabling/enabling Writing to The Screen Data Memory 154 Transmitting the Screen Data Precautions to Be Observed When Transmitting Screen Data Select Transmit Mode About Communication Conditions Port Communication Method/Communication Type Settings Communication Condition Settings for The Host Link MethodCommunication Condition Settings for The NT link 11 Method Communication Conditions Settings for The NT Link 1N Method 159 Setting the Host Link Method 161 Setting the NT Link 11 Method Setting the NT Link 1N Method Standard/High-speed 164 Setting the Memory Link Method 166 Setting the Communication Type for Serial Port B System Settings Memory Switch Setting ScreensStarting Operation Setting the Start-up Wait Time Four memory switch setting screens are shown belowMemory Switch Settings Setting the Key Press Sound Setting the Buzzer Sound OFF Setting the Printer Controller 173 Setting the Print Method NT31C Only Setting Screen Saver Movement 176 Setting the Screen Saver Start-up Time 178 Setting the History Display Method 180 Setting the Resume Function 182 Setting the Automatic Reset Function 184 Setting the Time-out Interval Setting the Retry Count 187 Setting the Bar Code Reader Input Function Communication Condition Settings for Bar Code ReadersSetting Communication Conditions and Setting Method Select Maintenance Mode Select Memory Switch 189 190 System Maintenance 11-1 I/O SettingsSetting from the System Menu Setting Using Special Screen During PT Operation System Maintenance 193 194 Displaying/Setting the Calendar and Clock 196 Checking the PT Setting Status Screen Configuration and Display ContentsDisplay Contents of The First Screen Display Contents of The Second Screen Displaying and Printing the Display History Record Display Method 199 Displaying and Printing the Alarm History Record Example Print-outExample Sort by occurrence, from oldest record 201 Setting Item Function Options Checking Screen DataSort by occurrence method, from oldest record Specifying The Display Method Operations On The Screen Data Check Screen Displaying the Screen Data Check Screen Device Check Checking the BuzzerCheck if the buzzer sounds correctly 206 207 Checking the LCD Screen Display Checking the Backlight Screen Data MemoryCheck if the screen data memory is functioning normally Check 210 211 Checking Touch Switches 213 Checking the Battery Voltage Checking Interfaces Checking Communication with the Support Tool Checking Communication at Serial Ports Check ScreenFor Host Link For NT Link 11 or 1N For Memory Link For a Bar Code Reader Check Method Checking Communication with a Printer Programming Console Function Usable Systems Commu Nication Applicable PCs Connected Port Method Type CQM1, CQM1H, C200HX/HG/HE-ZE, or SRM1 CPM1 or CPM2AAdapter or CPM1-CIF11 RS-422A Adapter Adapter 224 Key Operations Mode Selection Keys, Mode Lock Key During Lock OFFDuring Lock on Programming Console Keyboard 226 Device Monitor Function Compatible Systems Communications PC model MethodCQM1H-CPU21 CQM1H-CPU51 Adapter, or a CPM1-CIF11 RS-422A Adapter Is exactly the same as for the 1N NT Link Version Display Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting NT31/NT31C Symptoms Cause RemedyMessage is displayed Programming Console Function, Omron To the Host from the RS-422A/485 Port Displaying the memory Responding to Displayed Error Messages Errors Occurring at Start of Operation and Their RemediesMaintenance Mode Message Cause Remedy Tool. System Menu Operation Menu Errors Occurring during Operation and Their Remedies Programming ConsoleIs connected to PLC Does not RUN. It can be caused Program -5-2 Clearing/Installing the System Case Errors in the System Installer Mode and Their Remedies Communication Errors and Their RemediesOperation When a Communication Error Occurs Parity error at serial port a Probable Causes and Remedies Receive ErrorsSend Errors Error Details Displayed Probable Cause Remedy Maintenance of the NT31/NT31C Spare PTBacklight Guide to Backlight Replacement ProcedureReplacing the Backlight Replaceable Backlight Model NT31C-CFL01 for both NT31 and NT31C Fit the cover and secure it with the screw Replacing the Battery Battery TypeGuide to Replacement Battery Replacement Method Inspection and Cleaning Cleaning MethodInspection Method Items Required for The Inspection Points Inspected Point Inspection Details Criterion Inspected Instrument Specifications General SpecificationsSpecification Performance Specifications Display SpecificationsPanel Specifications External Interface Specifications Special FeaturesSpecifications Programming Environment Appendix a Communications Specifications For a Host Link , RS-232C TypeFor a Host Link , RS-422A Type For an NT Link , 11, RS-232C Type For an NT Link , 11, RS-422A Type For an NT Link , 1N, RS-232C TypeFor an NT Link , 1N, RS-422A/485 Type For a High-speed NT Link , 1N, RS-232C Type For a Memory Link , RS-232C Type For a Memory Link , RS-422A TypeFor a Bar Code Reader RS-232C Max m RS-422A Max. total length 500 m Dimensions Body Mounting Dimensions Cable Connection Dimensions with NT-MF261 Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit Dimensions Methods for Mounting and RemovalMounting to a DIN Rail Removal from a DIN Rail Mounting to an Operation Panel General Specifications Communications Specifications RS-232C InterfaceRS-422A/485 Interface DIP Switch Settings OFF RS-232C Connector Pin ArrangementRS-422A/485 Terminal Block Block Diagram Appendix D Transporting and Storing the NT31/NT31C Cable with Shielding Wire Connected to FG Cable with Shielding Wire Not Connected to FGMaking the Cable Cable Preparation Hood Assembly Wrap vinyl tape over the cut off end of the shielding wireAssemble the connector hood as shown below Soldering Making the Cable for Connecting a PC Assembly of Connecting CablesPin Connector Name Model Remarks Wiring Method Connector and Related PartsMaking the Cable for Connection to a Bar Code Reader Appendix H Making the Cable for Connection to a Printer Relationship between System Program Hardware Limitations of System Program/PT Combinations Appendix Combining a -V1 Version and -V2 Version Model List PTs Host Link UnitsCompoBus/S Master Control Unit Communications Unit CPU Units for Connection via a 11 NT Link CQM1-CPU21-ECQM1H CQM1H-CPU51 CQM1H-CPU61 C200HX-CPU65-ZE C200HX-CPU85-ZE CPU Units for Connection via a 1N NT Link CPM2C CQM1-CPU41-EV1CQM1H-CPU51 CQM1H-CPU61 CPU Units for Connection via a High-speed NT Link 1N RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor UnitRS-232C Adaptor, RS-422A Adaptor Related Parts and Equipment for PT Cables with Connectors for PT ↔ PC/NT-AL001-E Cables with ConnectorsApplicable Connectors Connection Cable Connecting Cable for the CPM2C Communications Connector Printer CableCable for Peripheral Port of CS1-series PC This is a backlight CFL unit for replacement purposes Option ListProtective Sheet ... NT30-KBA04 Used for Both NT31/NT31C Chemical-resistant Cover ... NT30-KBA01 Replacement Battery .. G2A9-BAT08 This is a lithium battery used for memory backupMemory Unit ... NT-MF261 Protects against Does not protect against Numbers Index 287 288 Revision code Date Revised content Revision History Omron Corporation Regional Headquarters Authorized Distributor Cat. No. V062-E1-02 NT31, NT31C Programmable Terminals