6F3B0253
Basic Hardware and Function 29
1. System Configuration
Computer link mode
T-series computer link protocol can be used in this mode. A maximum of 32 T1-16Ss
can be connected to a master computer.
By using this mode, all the T1-16S’s data can be accessed by a master computer.
The T-series PLC programming software (T-PDS) can also b e used in this
configuration.
Master Computer
RS-485 (1 km max.)
T1-16S T1-16S
T1-16S
Max. 32 T1-16Ss
T1-16S
Data link mode
Two PLCs (any combination of T1-16S, T2E or T2N) can be directly linked together.
This direct link is inexpensive, easily configured and requires no special
programming. Data registers D0000 to D0031 are used for the data transfer.
RS-485 (1 km max.)
Station No. 1
D0000
D0015
D0016
D0031
D0000
D0015
D0016
D0031
Station No. 2
T1
T1S
T1-16S