IDEC WB9Z-CU100 User Manual

B-1968(0)

Communication Unit Supporting Code Scanner

WB9Z-CU100

Support Tool

User's Manual

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This document is the user's manual for the WB9Z-CU100 support tool, a support tool for the Communication Unit Supporting
Code Scanner WB9Z-CU100. The WB9Z-CU100 support tool is provided “as- is” free of charge, whether express or implied, with­out warranty of any kind, including, but not limited to merchantability, compatibility for specic purposes, non-defect, and
non-infringement of third party rights. You may operate this WB9Z-CU100 support tool only under your responsibility and
IDEC Corporation (“IDEC”) will not be responsible for any damage whatsoever, including but not limited to consequential
damage, indirect damage, special damage, incidental damage, loss of prot, business interruptions, loss of business infor­mation, and other monetary damages, that occurs from the use or the inability to use this WB9Z-CU100 support tool, even if
IDEC is informed of the possibility of such damages.

Before using the WB9Z-CU100 support tool, please read this manual and understand the specications of the software so
that it can be used correctly.

Attention

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IDEC Corporation holds all rights related to this manual. Unauthorized duplication, reproduction, sales, transfers, or leas­ing without the express consent of IDEC is prohibited.

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The content of this manual may change without prior notication.

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We have taken all possible measures with the content of this product, but if you notice any portions that are unclear, or
any mistakes, please contact the dealer where purchased or an IDEC sales representative.

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Terms of use

Software End User License Agreement

Important

Carefully read the following license agreement.
This agreement, regarding this software product (hereinafter called "this software") which you are in possession of,
is a legal agreement that is concluded between the customer (individual or corporation) and the IDEC Corpora­tion (hereinafter called "IDEC"). This software may include computer software and related media, printed materials
(manuals and other documents) as well as "online" or electronic documents. By installing, copying or using this software,
the customer is regarded to agree to the terms of this agreement. If you do not agree to the terms of this agreement, IDEC
cannot grant the customer permission to install, use, or copy this software product.

1. SCOPE

When the customer uses this software, the conditions of its application are as follows.

(1) GRANT. Without any charge, IDEC CORPORATION (IC) hereby grants to you a non-exclusive license to use its accom-

panying software product and accompanying documentation (Software).

(2) You may: copy the Software for archival purposes, provided any copy must contain all of the original Software's pro-

prietary notices.

(3) You may not: copy the Software (except as specied above); rent, lease, sell, transfer or otherwise transfer rights to

the Software; permit other individuals to use the Software except under the terms listed above; or remove any pro­prietary notices or labels on the Software.

(4) IDEC does not guarantee the absence of aws, compatibility, operability, usability, and non-infringement of this

software. Additionally, IDEC bears absolutely no responsibility for any and all types of loss including loss of trust,
suspension of operations, hardware failure, and all other commercial loss whether direct or indirect.

2. PROHIBITIONS

2.1. You may not: permit other individuals to use the Software except under the terms listed above; modify, translate, re­verse engineer, decompile, disassemble (except to the extent applicable laws specically prohibit such restriction),
or create derivative works based on the Software.

2.2. Use of this software for prot-making purposes is forbidden.

2.3. The use of content for this software to conduct illegal or improper behavior is forbidden.

2.4. EXPORT CONTROLS. None of the Software or underlying information or technology may be downloaded or oth­erwise exported or reexported (i) into (or to a national or resident of ) Iraq, Libya, North Korea, Iran or any other
country to which the U.S. has embargoed goods; or (ii) to anyone on the U.S.Treasury Department's list of Specially
Designated Nationals or the U.S. Commerce Department's Table of Deny Orders.

2.5. In the event that the customer is in violation of this agreement or prohibited items resulting in damage to IDEC,
IDEC can bill the user in question for compensation for damages and recovery measures, as well as conscate this
software and/or take any other actions deemed necessary.

3. MISCELLANEOUS

3.1. TITLE. Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property rights in and to the Software shall remain in IC and/or its
suppliers. The Software is protected by the copyright laws of the United States and international copyright treaties.
If you receive your rst copy of the Software electronically, and a second copy on media, the second copy may be
used for archival purposes only. Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property rights in and to the content ac­cessed through the Software is the property of the applicable content owner and may be protected by applicable
copyright or other law. This License gives you no rights to such content.

3.2. Checking the environment in which this software will be installed and ensuring data retention through backup and
other such actions are the sole responsibility of the customer.

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3.3. This agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties pertaining to the licensing of this software and
supersedes all prior agreements and understandings. Revision of this agreement is only performed in writing that is
concluded by both parties.

3.4. The governing law of this agreement is the law of Japan.

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Version up information

This is version up information for WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool. Please check Software Version and Database Version before
using.
Refer to F [Version information] in [3. 2. 5 Help] on page 3-10 before checking the version

Fixes and Improvements

WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool Version

Software Version Database Version

Initial release 001.000.00 001.000.00

General terms, abbreviations, and terminology used in this manual

The general terms, abbreviations, and terminology used in this manual are as follows.

Item Denition

Communication unit Indicates "WB9Z-CU100".

Control character

ASCII code 00H - 1FH, 7FH. In this document,

is used for expressing these values. For

details, refer to F [4. 2 ASCII Code Table] on page 4-2.

Our website www.idec.com/

Graphic Symbol Glossary

This manual uses the following graphic symbols to simplify explanations:

Notes

Graphic Symbol Description

Notes information that should be carefully noted. Failure to operate the product in accordance with
the information provided may aect the appearance and performance of the main unit as well as any
peripheral devices.

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Related Manuals

Related manuals are published on our website. Download and use the latest manuals from our website.
Please use this document together with the other manuals related to this communication unit as follows.

Model Manual name Contents

B-1968

Communication Unit
Supporting Code Scanner WB9Z-CU100
Support Tool Use's Manual (This manual)

Included with the support tool for the communication unit.
Explains about support tool.

B-1945

Instruction Sheet:
WB2F 2D Code Scanner

Included with the product.

B-1946

Instruction Sheet:
WB9Z-CU100 Communication Unit

Included with the product.

B-1952

WB2F 2D Code Scanner
User’s Manual

Gives an overview of the functions and capabilities of the
WB2F, and instructions on its use.

B-1960

WB2F 2D Code Scanner
PLC Connection
User’s Manual

Explains about PLC Connection.

B-1962

WB2F 2D Code Scanner
Menu Sheet

Explains about menu sheet.

B-1964

WB9Z-CU100 Communication Unit
User’s Manual

Gives an overview of the functions and capabilities of the
communication unit as well as instructions on its use.

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Introduction i

Attention ............................................................................................................................................................. i

Terms of use ...................................................................................................................................................... ii

Version up information .................................................................................................................................iv

General terms, abbreviations, and terminology used in this manual ..........................................iv

Graphic Symbol Glossary .............................................................................................................................iv

Related Manuals ...............................................................................................................................................v

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Overview 1-1

1. 1 Overview ..........................................................................................................................................1-1

1. 2 Usage precautions ........................................................................................................................1-1

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Operation conrmation 2-1

2. 1 System requirements ...................................................................................................................2-1

2. 2 WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool setup ...........................................................................................2-2

2. 2. 1 Installing the WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool ........................................................................................ 2-2

2. 2. 2 Uninstalling the WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool ................................................................................... 2-2

2. 3 Operation conrmation method .............................................................................................2-3

2. 3. 1 Installing the device driver .................................................................................................................... 2-3

2. 3. 2 Connecting the WB9Z-CU100 to the computer ............................................................................ 2-3

2. 3. 3 Running the WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool .......................................................................................... 2-4

2. 3. 4 Checking the IP address ......................................................................................................................... 2-4

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Menu 3-1

3. 1 Menu items list ...............................................................................................................................3-1

3. 2 Menu item descriptions ..............................................................................................................3-2

3. 2. 1 File .................................................................................................................................................................. 3-2

3. 2. 2 Function ....................................................................................................................................................... 3-3

3. 2. 3 Window ........................................................................................................................................................ 3-9

3. 2. 4 Language ...................................................................................................................................................3-10

3. 2. 5 Help .............................................................................................................................................................3-10

Contents

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Appendix 4-1

4. 1 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................4-1

4. 1. 1 The communication port is not displayed ...................................................................................... 4-1

4. 2 ASCII Code Table ............................................................................................................................4-2

Index A-1

Revision history A-2

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Overview

Explains an overview of WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool and cautions for use.

1. 1 Overview

"WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool" is software for conguring the communication unit and checking its operation.

1. 2 Usage precautions

In order to use the support tool correctly, please be aware of the following precautions.

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When the communication unit and the WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool are connected, do not turn o the communication
unit power supply.
The WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool may be forcibly terminated.
After stopping the connection between the communication unit and the WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool, turn o the com­munication unit power supply.

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When the communication unit and the WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool are connected, do not allow the computer to enter
sleep mode. The WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool may be forcibly terminated.
If the communication unit and the WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool are connected and left for a long period of time, cong­ure the computer so that it does not enter sleep mode.

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Do not run multiple instances of the WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool at the same time. The support tool may not operate
correctly.

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Operation conrmation

This chapter explains the system requirements for WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool, setup, and how to check operation.

2. 1 System requirements

This table shows the WB9Z-CU100 Support Tool System requirements.

Item Details

Computer PC-AT or compatible

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Windows 7 (32/64bit), Windows 8 (32/64bit),
Windows 8.1 (32/64bit), Windows 10 (32/64bit)

CPU 1.0 GHz or higher

Memory 1 GB or higher

Hard disk 100 MB or higher

Screen resolution XGA (1024x768) or higher

Communication port USB port (USB 2.0 or higher)

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