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Revision History
Version Date Remark Page
V 1.0 ’06.02First Edition -
V1.1 ’07.102MLI-CPUU added -
V 2.0 ’10.082MLR CPU added -
Ch. 11 Compliance with EMC Specification added -
2MLL-PMEC added -
PROFICON configuration tool added -
Automatic Network Scan modified Ch.9.1.1
2MLL-PSRA added Ch.1.3.3
V 2.1 ’11.05 How to enable link through flag added Ch.5.2.3
V 2.2 ’11.06
V2.3 ’14.11 SoftMaster V4.0 UI Updated -
V2.4 ’16.03
Performance specifications added
- Max. number of modules per node : 24 Modules
Add 2MLL-PMEB
- PROFIBUS DPv1 setting
- P2P communication setting
- SoftMaster UI updated (2MLL-PMEB contents, P2P
settings)
Ch.2.2
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About User’s Manual
Thanks for purchasing ML PLC of Honeywell
Before use, make sure to carefully read and understand the User’s Manual about the functions, performances, installation and
programming of the product you purchased in order for correct use and importantly, let the end user and maintenance
administrator to be provided with the User’s Manual.
The User’s Manual describes the product. If necessary, you may refer to the following description and order accordingly. In
addition, you may connect our website (www.honeywellprocess,com/) and download the information as a PDF file.
Relevant User’s Manuals
Tit le Desc rip tio n
SOFTMASTER software user manual describing online function
2MLK CPU User’s Manual
(2MLK-CPUA/CPUE/CPUH/CPUS/CPUU)
2MLI CPU User’s Manual
(2MLI-CPUU)
such as programming, print, monitoring, debugging by using
2MLK, ML50 CPU
SOFTMASTER software user manual describing online function
such as programming, print, monitoring, debugging by using
2MLI, 2MLR CPU
User’s manual for programming to explain how to use
instructions that are used PLC system with 2MLK, MLM/MLC
CPU.
User’s manual for programming to explain how to use
instructions that are used PLC system with 2MLI, 2MLR, MLI
CPU.
2MLK-CPUA/CPUE/CPUH/CPUS/CPUU user manual
describing about 2MLK CPU module, power module, base, IO
module, specification o f e xtension cable and system
configuration, EMC standard
2MLI-CPUU user manual describing about 2MLI CPU module,
power module, base, IO module, specification of extension cable
and system configuration, EMC standard
2MLR redundant series User’s
Manual
N Configurator User’s Manual
Current user manual is written based on the following version.
Related OS version list
Model O/S vers ion
2MLK-CPUH, CPUS, CPUA, CPUE V2.0
2MLI-CPUU, CPUH V2.0
2MLR-CPUU user manual describing about 2MLR CPU module,
power module, extension drive, base, IO module, specification of
extension cable and system configuration, EMC standard
User’s manual for Pnet, Dnet configuration tool, N Configurator
A.1 Terminology ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A-1
A.2 List of Flags ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A-3
A.2.1 High-speed link flags ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ A-3
A.2.2 Link devices (N) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ A-6
This user’s manual is to describe Profibus-DP (Decentralized Peripherals) Master I/F module (hereinafter
referred to as Pnet I/F module) among communication modules of ML200 PLC system.
Profibus-DP is specified in IEC Fieldbus Standard IEC 1158.
In this communication, Token Ring is used to control the communication and to configure the network easily.
Pnet I/F module is a module to control the field bus with Twisted Shielded Pair Copper Cable applied.
ML200 Pnet I/F module has the characteristics as follows;
▶ Conforms to the international standard of EN 50170
▶ Supports Auto Baud Rate Detect
▶ Supports Sync/Freeze mode
▶ Max. input data : 244 Bytes/Slave
▶ Max. output data: 244 Bytes/Slave
▶ Max. data size : 244 Bytes/Slave, 10 kbyte/Master
▶ Communication speed : 9.6k, 19.2k, 31.25k, 45.45k, 93.7k, 187.5k, 500k, 1.5M, 3M, 6M, 12M
(1) ML200 Pnet supports only Profibus-DP. FMS, PA are not supported and protocol conversion is
available by the coupler
(2) Support of the DP version
1) DP-V0: Periodical data exchange between the PLC and the slave device
(Node diagnosis, module status, specific channel diagnosis)
2) DP-V1: Asynchronous data exchange between the PC or PLC and the slave device, integration of
EDD and FDT, fail-safe communication, alarm
3) DP-V2: supports broadcast, clock synchronization and time stamp, HART, upload/download,
redundancy
Item
2MLK
2MLI
2MLR
2MLKCPUH
/CPUU
2MLK-
CPUA
/CPUS
2MLK-
CPUE
2MLI-
CPUU
2MLI-
CPUH
2MLI-
CPUS
2MLI-
CPUE
2MLR-
CPUH/T
2MLR-
CPUH/F
The number of the
module using High
Speed Link (Max.)
12
12
12
The number of the
module using P2P
(Max.)
2MLL-PMEA/C: Not supported
2MLL-PMEB: 8
The number of
available
expansion base
(Max.)
7 3
1 7 3 1 31
1.3.1 Model Name
This describes on the product configuration of the ML200 Pnet I/F module.
1.3.2 Available number by CPU
You can mount up to 12 Pnet I/F module. If possible, mount the module in the basic base for best
performance of the communication module. The following table indicates the available service type by the
CPU. When configuring the system, apply this considering the number of the communication module.
(1) You can download the above software from our web site. In case Internet is available, visit the
nearest distributor and get the installation CD.
Web site address: http://www.lsis.com/
(2) You can program the SOFTMASTER through the RS-232C port and USB of the CPU module. For
the cable, refer to wiring diagram of the CPU module.
(3) You can configure the network system by SyCon through the “Config” port of the 2MLL-PMEA.
Only 9-pin serial port is available and simultaneous connection with SOFTMASTER is not
available.
(4) You can set the parameter by N Configurator for 2MLL-PMEB/C through the USB port of the CPU
module and connection with SOFTMASTER is available.
(5) In case you use the product other than available version, some function may not work properly. If
possible, use the recommended version and check the compatibility.
This describes on the software tool for the Pnet I/F module. For programming and application, refer to the
followings
1.4.1 Check list for the software
(1) Software list
(2) Selecting the CPU (Version) to use the Pnet I/F module
SOFTMASTER is software tool dedicated for the communication module including Pnet I/F module.
Setting the basic parameter, writing the frame and network diagnosis are available for the
communication module. Fore more detail, refer to Ch5. SOFTMASTER.
The following figure is an initial screen of the SOFTMASTER
[Figure 1.4.1] SOFTMASTER initial screen
1.4.3 Checking the version
Before using the Pnet I/F module, check the version of the module
(1) Check through the SOFTMASTER
This is method reading the communication module information through online connection
If it is under normal interface with the CPU, you can get the information as follows.
a) Execute the SOFTMASTER
b) Connect to the CPU through “Connect” on the “Online” menu.
c) After connection, execute [Online]-[Communication module setting]-[System Diagnosis]
d) In the “System Diagnosis” screen, select “Module Information” by double-clicking the
communication module and pop-up window
e) Software information appears at the right-bottom.
[Figure 1.4.2] Checking the version of the module through the SOFTMASTER
(2) Check through the case label of the product
The module information is attached at the external case every communication modules
In case online connection is not available, take a module apart and check the label in the module case.
P eak acceleration : 147 m/s2(15G)
D uration : 11ms
P ulse wave type : Half-sine (3 times each direction per each axis)
IEC61131-2
7
Noise Immunity
Square wave
impulse noise
AC : ±1,500V
DC : ±900V
LSIS internal
test spec.
Electrostatic
discharge
Voltage: 4kV (Contact discharge)
IEC61131-2
IEC61000-4-2
Radiated
electromagnetic
field noise
8 0 ~ 1 0 00 MHz, 10V/m
IEC61131-2,
IEC61000-4-3
Fast transient
/Burst noise
Classific
ation
Power
supply
Digital/Analog Input/Output,
Communication Interface
IEC61131-2
IEC61000-4-4
Voltage
2kV
1kV
8
Operation
ambience
Free from corrosive gases and excessive dust
9
Altitude
Less than 2,000m
1 0
Pollution degree
Less than 2
1 1
Cooling method
Air-cooling
Note
1) IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission):
An international nongovern ment al or ganiz ation which promotes internationally cooperat e d st andar diz ation in
electric/electronic field, publishes international standards and manages applicable estimation system related with.
2) Pollution degree:
An index indicating pollution degree of the operating environment which decides insulation performance of the devices.
For instance, Pollution degree 2 indicates the state generally t hat only non-conductive pollution occurs. However, this
state contains temporary conduction due to dew produced.
General specifications of ML200 series are as specified below in Table 2.1.
1) The profibus standard defines two types of bus cables, but it is usually recommended to use a
type. Please contact the cable manufacturer for details.
2) Awg is a numbering scheme that indicates the size of the wire.
2.4.1 Cable Specifications
The cable uses shielded twisted-pair wires. Table 2.4.1 and Table 2.4.2 show the maximum
transmission distance according to cable type and speed cable type.
[Table 2.4.1] Cable specification
[Table 2.4.2] Communication distance by cable and baud rate
For system configuration through Pnet I/F module, carefully make sure of the following items prior to
installation.
1) Check the basic factors necessary for system configuration to select an appropriate communication
module.
2) Select the exclusive Pnet cable to be used for this communication module.
3) Before the communication module is installed, check for any foreign material on the base connector the
module will be installed on and any damage on the connector pin of the module.
4) All the communication modules can be installed on the basic base ~ the expansion base. For the
number of available expansion base by CPU, refer to the following table.
5) For installation of the module, exactly insert the protuberant part at the bottom of the module with the
communication cable disconnected into the base groove and then apply enough strength until its top is
locked up with the locking device of the base. If the lock is not applied, it may cause an error on the
interface with CPU.
Check the applicable base/slot position for correct installation.
Configure the system between Pnet I/F module and slaves.
Use the exclusive Pnet cable for communication.
Set each slave’s station number
With power On, check the LED status of the communication module.
Check if the interface of the communication module is normal with CPU.(RUN: On, I/F: Blink, ERR:
Off)
Specify the configuration through SyCon or N Configurator.
Specify the module to be configured as Pnet I/F master module and download it.
Download High-speed link/P2P parameters.
Set how to connection with [Online] – [Connection]
[Online] – [Diagnosis] – [I/O information] – [I/O Sync.]
Open the [High-speed Link] block setting tab
Execute [Online] – [Communication module setting] – [Config. Upload] at [High-speed Link] block tab
Set the High-speed Link block parameters
Download the parameters with [Online] – [Write]
Execute [Online] – [Communication module setting] – [Enable Link]
Open [P2P] block setting tab
Set the P2P block parameters
Download the parameters with [Online] – [Write]
Execute [Online] – [Communication module setting] – [Enable Link]
Use system diagnosis function in SOFTMASTER to check the normal operation of the product.
Set how to connection with [Online] – [Connection]
Execute [Online] – [Communication module setting] – [System Diagnosis]
Open the [Status by service] window in [System Diagnosis]
Check the normal operation with P2P and High-speed Link service
Start Run
Chapter 3 Installation and Test Operation
The sequence of the product from installation to operation will be described below. After the product
installation is complete, install and configure the system to be operated as specified in the following
sequence.
1) Installation length of Pnet cable depends on the communication speed. (Refer to [Table] 3.2)
3.3.1 Installation of 2MLL-PMEA/PMEB
Chapter 3 Installation and Test Operation
[Figure 3.3.1] The method of Pnet cable installation
1) How to install Pnet cable
(1) Use Profibus-DP cable.
(2) When slipping the coat of the cable, be careful not to let the shielded line escaped from PCB of
the connector.
(3) The number of stations to be installed shall be within 32 including master and repeater for 1
segment.
(4) The shielded line of the cable shall be in contact with the shielded area of the connector.
(5) The cable is generally recommended to be installed at the end of the slave, diverged from the
master.
(6) If the cable is used at the object car, use the extended line.
(7) Communication cable shall be installed at least 10cm away from the power supply cable.
(8) Check the cable connected with the connector if tightened well with terminal block.
(9) After the cable connected, measure the line resistance value on the master by means of digital
multi-meter. (If terminal resistance at the both ends of the cable is On, it will be generally 110Ω +
line resistance value + connector resistance value)
2) Pnet Connector structure and wiring method
(1) Input Line: green line is connected to A1, red line is connected to B1
(2) Output line: green line is connected to A2, red line is connected to B2
(3) Connect shield to clamp of shield
(4) In case of installing the connector at terminal, install the cable at A1, B1
4) General notices
(1) Termination treatment of vertical section is needed.
(2) In case that the distance is far between stations, it is possible to extend the segment through
repeater(max. 9 repeater, 10 segment), available to connect 32 stations per segment(include
repeater), max. 126 stations. (Repeater does not have station no.) The extended segment
having no station is available.
(3) Shield shall be connected to the housing of connector.
(4) Use the special connector having the inductor inside.
(5) Spur Line is not allowed to use.
(6) If the ground potential difference between stations is big, a great amount of current may flow
through the shield. In this case, install the cable to make the ground potential difference equal
separately. For high speed more than 1.5Mbps, special cares should be taken.
(7) In case of 12Mbps, keep the distance more than 1m between stations.
5) Termination treatment
(1) Each segment should do the termination treatment for both ends. If there are several segments,
it is required to do the termination treatment for each segment.
(2) Termination is available to turn on/off by the switch of special connector.
(3) If possible, install the master at the end of one side.
Terminal resistance switch of Pnet cable shall be On. If the switch is not On, communication errors may
occur. Check LED operation status if normal with power on after communication cable is connected. If
normal, download the applicable program to PLC via SOFTMASTER so to execute the program.
3.4.1 Precautions for system configuration
1) Station No. of each slave shall be surely different from each other including this module. If connected
with the repeated station No., communication error may occur, leading to communication trouble.
High-speed link station No. of all stations also shall be different from each other to use High-speed
link service.
2) Use the communication cable as specified only. If not, serious error may occur to communication.
3) Check communication cable if disconnected or shorted prior to installation.
4) Tighten up communication cable connector until connected firmly. If cable connection is unstable, serious
error may occur to communication.
5) If remote communication cable is connected, keep the cable far away from power line or inductive noise.
6) Since the coaxial cable is not flexible, it is to be diverged min. 30cm away from the connector in
communication module. If the cable is bent at a right angle or transformed compulsorily, cable
disconnection or connector damage in communication module will be caused.
7) If LED operation is abnormal, refer to Chapter 10 Troubleshooting to check for causes and take actions
against. Contact service center if the error is as before.
Communication system of Pnet I/F modules is as shown below.
Set the Pnet I/F module as master in system and the others have to set as slave module.
To connect LS inverter, Pnet I/F option module have to install applicable product then it will be communicate.
If it is used with another company product, GSD file provided by the maker is needed. After GSD file is copied
to GSD folder of Pnet configuration software tool(SYCON, N Configurator) and then if you use Pnet
configuration software tool(SYCON, N Configurator), you can configure the slave modules in the network
automatically.
[Figure 4.1.2] ML200 Pnet + Composite system Diagram
(1) How to set SoftMaster is same though CPU type is different.
1) CPU type: 2MLI, 2MLK, 2MLR system common
(2) P2P communication is available with 2MLL-PMEB only that supports PROFIBUS DPv1.
Chapter 5 Communication Program
There is one communication function available in Pnet I/F module as described below.
5.1.1 Type of communication program
(1) High-speed link
High-speed link as a communication method between ML200 PLC communication module and slave
module is used to exchange data or information with destination station periodically for a specific time,
through which the changed data of self station or the destination station can be referred to periodically
for efficient application to the operation system and execution of communication is available only with
simple parameters setting.
How to set parameter is, download the configuration data to the communication module by means of
“Pnet configuration tool. And then upload the downloaded file in the SoftMaster. And then, specify the
self station area and destination station area for sending/receiving in the high speed link parameter.
Download the specified parameters and let the link enabled to execute High-speed link communication.
Data size is available from the min. 1 byte (16 points) to 244 bytes for the communication,
communication period from the min. 20 ms up to 10 sec. based on the communication details. It is easy
to use because communication with destination station is available only through simple parameters
setting. And it is also useful for periodic process of lots of data at a time thanks to high processing
speed of the internal data.
(2) P2P
P2P is the communication method between ML200 PLC communication module and slave module. It
can be used to read/write the data or information of slave at the point in time.
It can be effectively used to exchange the status information of other station or handle the alarm by
simple parameter settings.
How to set the parameter is as below,
1) In P2P parameter of SoftMaster, select data sending direction or alarm handling function.
2) Set slave’s station number and data address, ML200 PLC communication module address,
condition flag.
3) Download the P2P parameter and enable the link. Then P2P communication will be start.
Maximum 244 bytes sending and receiving data are available. It operates by condition flag that makes
it useful when user handle the temporary data.
(3) Configuration tool
In order to use a Pnet I/F module, you have to configure the system by ‘SyCon’ and ‘N
confugurator’ configuration tool and then download it to the Pnet I/F module
For detail on the setting method, refer to how to set the configuration tool
In order to use Pnet I/F module, set High-speed link parameters (after SyCon/N Configurator Configuration is
uploaded) and then download the specified parameters onto CPU for application, which is available through
the SoftMaster.
5.2.1 Setting PLC type
To connect the SoftMaster to the PLC, you have to set the PLC type. Create the new project by selecting
[File] [New File]. On the new project menu, input the project name, project type and PLC type as shown
below
This describes on the basic setting needed for operation of Pnet I/F module
(1) Selection of the communication module
For the basic setting of the communication module in the SoftMaster, you have to register the
communication module at the applicable base, slot position of Standard setting window. You
can register the communication in the both ON/OFF status.
1) Registration in the offline status
If you want to register the communication without connection, select the base and slot of
standard setting window. Registration example of base 0, slot 2 is as follow.
a) Right click [Unspecified Network] in project tree and select
5.2.3 Uploading High Speed Link parameter and setup
(1) Screen of communication module specified
[Figure 5.2.9] Communication Module Settings
(2) Uploading a configuration tool (SyCon or N-Configurator)
With the mouse cursor positioned on “High-speed link1”, select [Online]-[Communication module
setting]-[Config. Upload (Dnet, Pnet)]
[Figure 5.2.10] Config data Upload from SyCon or N-Congurator
SyCon is a Global Fieldbus Configurator.
SyCon executes the configuration through a standardized file.
SyCon has a diagnosis function.
6.2.1 System requirements
▪ PC 486 or higher▪ Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP or later version
▪ Hard disc with 80MB or more
▪ CD ROM Drive▪ RAM with 16MB or more
▪ Graphic Resolution: min. 800 x 600 pixel▪ Windows 95: Service Pack 1 or higher
▪ Windows NT: Service Pack 3 or higher
Live List, Disconnected Report,
Debug Mode(Device Diagnostics)
Transmit user data
I/O monitor
Documentation
Report
Output as MS Excel type
Chapter 7 N Configurator Setting
7.1.1 Main functions
Chapter 7 N Configurator Setting
7.1.2 Characteristics
N Configurator is a configuration tool of Pnet I/F module which is global standard PROFIBUS-
DP Master.
N Configurator configures with standardized GSD file.
N Configurator has diagnostic function.
N Configurator has a function to upload network settings which was previously downloaded.
Pentium or later
More than 256 Mbytes of RAM
Windows XP/VISTA/7/8.x/10, 32/64 bit
More than 500 Mbytes of hard disk
Resolution: 1024 x 768 pixel or more
1280 x 1024 pixel recommended
7.2.2 How to install Program
Please see the software manual of N Configurator for more details. We will discuss the
composition after the installation of the software.
(1) Directory after installation
After the installation, generally, located folder“\SoftMaster\nCongirurator” directory is
composed as follows.
[Figure 7.2.1] The structure of installation directory
- N Configurator: Root directory of configuration tool for PROFIBUS DP Master
- gsd: GSD file depository provided by the manufacturer of PROFIBUS DP module
- prj: Network Configuration Project depository
- sys: Application setting directory used by the tool
(2) Caution after installation
After the installation is completed, users should be aware of following things. The default
GSD files provided are our company’s smart I/O and inverter, so other companies’
products or new products are not updated. Therefore, if there is a new GSD file, then copy
it to the GSD directory to use, and copy bitmap image files used by the GSD to the bmp
directory. Start again the N Configurator program to apply the copied GSD.
The project window is the first window you will see when you run the program. It is the
window to compose the network configuration. If you want to create a new project, then you
can select “New” from “File” menu.
[Figure 7.3.11] New project window when you start the program
One of advantages of this configuration tool is to compose network for PROFIBUS DP
Devices easily. If you just drag & drop the master module or slave module on the topology,
then it is composed. Each device module property is also easily configured by using the
configuration tab.
Moreover, the project explorer help to find out slave modules you want to edit from so many
slave modules.
Master device is displayed on the top of the device list, then select 2MLL-PMEC as shown in
the figure below.
[Figure 7.4.1] 2MLL-PMEC selected from the list of device
If you drag & drop the selected 2MLL-PMEC on the topology sheet of the project window,
then the master is simply composed as shown below. At this time, the composed master
information is also displayed on the project explorer.
[Figure 7.4.2] Compose 2MLL-PMEC Master by drag & drop
If you change properties like station address of the master or description, click “Master
Properties” of the “Configuration” menu to activate the master property change tab as below
The composition of slave can be done after the master is composed.
The method of composition for slave is same as the master. Select the slave from the device
list as shown in the figure below.
[Figure 7.4.4] Select slave from the device list
Simply drag & drop the selected slave on the topology to complete the composition of slave.
(See Figure 7.4.5, at this time, it is confirmed that the slave is subordinated to the relevant
master through the project explorer.)
Basically the tool allocates the station address in sequence when composing each device to
the topology. Therefore, if you want to change the station address and property of the slave,
then use “Slave Properties” of “Configuration” menu to change it. Followings are the items to
be available for setting by using slave property tab(See Figure 7.4.6).
- Station Address
- Description texts
- Activate Device
- Communication watchdog
- User’s parameter settings
- Module settings
User’s parameter and module are configured by using separate window.
[Figure 7.4.6] slave property tab
First of all, the parameter is configured by using slave parameter settings window as shown
below.
Slave module settings window is as shown below. If a slave module is an expansion adapter
such as MPL-BSSA, you can add the module to the expansion adapter by double clicking the
module at the above module list. If you add wrong one, double click the item to delete it.
In this chapter, we will find out how to configure the network bus parameter of these. Network
bus parameter can simply change the communication speed, or adjust the timing for
communication parameter precisely.
Generally, default value is used without change in the communication parameter timing.
Therefore, this manual describes how to change the communication speed, and more details
can be found from PROFIBUS DP specification or software manual with careful consideration.
Since master only has the authority to configure the network bus parameter, you should
choose master from topology to activate the “Bus Parameters” item from the “Configuration”
menu. Select the activated “Bus Parameters” item to activate the bus parameter settings tab
as shown below.
[Figure 7.4.9] bus parameter settings tab
If you simply select PROFIBUS DP communication speed (Baud-rate) here, then the selected
bus parameter values will be applied.
PROFIBUS DP Master is communicated through Network Configuration. To do so, there is a
downloading function to apply the composed Network Configuration to the Master. In addition,
the uploading function, which is core technology of our company, can read and restore the
Network Configuration downloaded to the existing Master.
7.5.1 Download Network Settings
(1) Communication connection settings
In order to download the Network Configuration composed on the topology window to the
ML200 Pnet Master module, first of all, you should set up connection to ML200 CPU.
If you select “Settings…” item from the “Communication” menu, the window will be
popped up as seen below. Here you should select “Communication with ML200” and enter
the information with current 2MLL-PMEC module, and click “OK” button.
[Figure 7.5.1] Communication Settings window: Information of 2MLL-PMEC settings
Then, ML200 CPU connection settings window will pop up as shown below. If a user clicks
“Confirm” button by selecting the settings connected by the user, then the connection
settings will be finished.
(2) Network Configuration download
If you already composed network in the topology, select “Download Image” item from the
“Communication” menu to begin downloading. The figure below shows downloading status.
The status bar runs progress bar, and the output window shows the progress rate.
[Figure 7.5.3] Download status
If downloading is completed, the progress bar is full, and “Done” message will be
displayed on the output window.
(1) Communication connection settings
The method of connection settings can be referred from 7.5.1 Network Settings
downloading
(2) Network Settings uploading
Conduct uploading by selecting “Upload image” from “Communication” menu. At this time,
new project will be automatically generated, and uploading is proceeded.
[Figure 7.5.5] Upload status
If uploading is completed, “Done” message will be displayed on the output window.
Project topology will show the Network Configuration composition uploaded from current
master.
Applied functions of PROFIBUS DP include network diagnosis function and monitoring
function.
Please see software manual for details.
7.6.1 Start / Stop Communication
“Start Communication” and “Stop Communication” item of “Diagnostics” starts or finishes
the PROFIBUS DP communication by setting up master mode as ‘OPERATE or STOP
mode.
The “Start Debug Mode” of “Diagnostics” menu continuously monitors the status of
slave in debug mode. At this time, the topology is activated, and regularly checks out
the status information of slaves from master.
If any slave generates diagnostic information for cable cut-off, incorrect parameter or
configuration, then “Diag” event is displayed at the slave on the topology as shown in
the Figure 7.6.2 to inform the user.
In order to verify the diagnostic information of slave, users should select the slave on
the topology, and select “Device Diagnostics…” from “Diagnostics” menu to verify the
diagnostic information like the Figure 7.6.3. Also, if the slave is double clicked on the
topology, then the diagnostic information can be verified identically.
(3) Stop Debug Mode
Finally, if you want to terminate the debug mode, select “Stop Debug Mode” from the
“Diagnostics” menu.
7.6.3 Live List
This is the function to display the information of the network which is under normal data
communication. If “Live List…” is selected from “Diagnostics,” then the live list window
appears as shown below.
[Figure 7.6.4] Live list
If “Update” button on the right side is clicked, then the contents of the live list will be
updated.
This is the function to automatically scan all slaves physically connected to master through
cable. This helps to figure out the Network Configuration easily. If you select “Auto. Network Scan…” item from “Diagnostics,” then the dialogue window where the master
address and communication speed are configured appears as shown below.
[Figure 7.6.5] Automatic network scan communication settings
After setting up master address and communication speed, click OK button to operate the
auto scan as below.
[Figure 7.6.6] Display automatic network scan operation status
After the automatic network scan is completed, the slave list collected by master and I/O
information and GSD file information are displayed on the network scan window as below.
[Figure 7.6.7] Network scan window
This window displays information of slaves. Users check out whether this information is
matched to actual slave information. If GSD file and I/O information is not matched, or
there is no GSD file, then obtain formal GSD file provided by the manufacturer of the slave
and compose the Network by yourself.
If the scanned contents are correct, then click OK button to check out the collected
Network composition as shown below.
[Figure 7.6.8] Network topology collected and composed
The composition of slaves physically connected to master can be easily verified in this
way.
7.6.5 I/O Data Monitoring
This is the function to monitor I/O data of slaves. This can confirm whether the I/O of a
certain slave is correct. If “I/O Monitor…” item is selected from “Diagnostics,” then existing
data communication is stopped, and the monitor window pops up as below. If users enter
the output into the output data and click update button, then the value will be displayed
through slave. And then the values entered through current slave will be monitored
through the input data area. (Here the number of data available for I/O is 32 bytes
respectively.)
This function shows the number of frequency of connection errors for slaves under data
communication. If you select “Disconnection Report…”item from “Diagnostics,” then the
number of errors occurred are displayed in real time as shown below.
[Figure 7.6.10] Communication disconnection report
7.6.7 Master information (Device Information)
For the information of current master, select “Device Information...” item from
“Diagnostics,” then the contents below are displayed as shown in the figure below.
1) In case of communicating with the slave module whose station number is “y” through HighSpeed link “x”, _HSx_TRXy flag will be ON.
2) For example, In case of communicating with the slave module whose station number is “1”
through High- Speed link “1”, _HS1_TRX001flag will be ON.
Remark
Chapter 8 High-speed Link
The way of Pnet I/F module communication is High-speed service. You can use High-speed link by
setting the Send/Receive device area and Data size through SoftMaster.
High-speed link function is as shown below.
1) High-speed link block setting:
(1) If the TRX areas are many, the block can be set up to maximum 126.
(2) Maximum 244 byte per block.
(3) Maximum link point is up to 3,584 byte for sending and 3,584 byte for receiving.
2) Setting of sending cycle:
User can set the cycle of sending per block.
3) Setting of Send and Receive area
It can set the area of send and receive per data block depending on I/O address.
4) Information of High-speed link
It supplies the information by High-speed link flag whether communication status is normal. It
can available to construct the reliable communication system.
Local/Remote connection setting
Local: Connection of from PC to CPU directly
Remote: Connection from PC to CPU via
communication module
Common
Timeout interval when
communication failure
1~9 seconds
Retrial times when
communication failure
1~9 times
2) Setting of SoftMaster connection
It designates the way of SoftMaster connection with CPU. “Online” “Connection Settings”
[Figure 8.4.2] Connection settings
[Table 8.2] Setting of connection option
3) SoftMaster connection
SoftMaster is connected to CPU by “Online” “Connect”.
4) Read I/O information
Select “Online” “Diagnosis”“I/O Information” and click “I/O Sync” to read modules
installed on the base. Surely execute “I/O Sync” for High-speed link setting.
5) High-speed link project
Select SoftMaster View High-speed link
[Figure 8.4.3] Initial screen of High-speed Link Setting
6) Communication module and Communication period setting
If right-click the High-speed link “Add Item”“High-speed Link Communication”, screen of
Communication module settings and Communication period settings is opened. In this screen,
communication module, communication period and output data in case of emergency can be
specified.
Setting of base position installed
Range of Setting: 0 ~ 7 (varying depending on the CPU module)
Slot No.
Setting of slot position installed
Range of Setting: 0 ~ 11
High-
speed link
index
Setting of High-speed link index number
Range of Setting: 1~12
Communication
period settings
Period
type
- Range of setting: 20ms, 50ms, 100ms, 200ms, 500ms, 1s, 5s, 10s
(default is 20ms)
- This applied to Send data
- But Receive data will be processed in every scan end regardless of
communication period.
Output data
setup in
case of
emergency
settings
CPU
error
Latch
Keeps its output status
(But, P device data is cleared)
Clear
Clears all outputs
CPU
stop
Latch
Keeps its output status
(But, P device data is cleared)
Clear
Clears all outputs
[Table 8.4.2] Setting of communication module
7) Config. Upload
After “Setting of communication module and communication period” is complete, while putting the
mouse cursor on High-speed link window (right screen of SoftMaster), and select “Online” “Communication module setting”“Config. Upload (Dnet, Pnet)” to upload a configuration file.
9) Write the High-speed link parameter
Click “Online” “Write” in SoftMaster, check the applicable High-speed link and then click
[OK].
Chapter 8 High-speed Link
10) Enable of High-speed link
Click “Online” “Communication module setting”“Enable Link” in SoftMaster, check the
applicable High-speed link and then click [Write]. If High-speed link is enabled, on the
module’s LED display High-speed LED will be on, when High-speed link starts.