Mitsubishi QD60P8-G, SW0D5C-QCTU-E User Manual

• SAFETY PRECAUTIONS •

(Always read these instructions before using this equipment.)

Before using this product, please read this manual and the relevant manuals introduced in this manual
carefully and pay full attention to safety to handle the product correctly.
The instructions given in this manual are concerned with this product. For the safety instructions of the
programmable controller system, please read the CPU module User's Manual.
In this manual, the safety instructions are ranked as "DANGER" and "CAUTION".

DANGER

!

CAUTION

!

Note that the !CAUTION level may lead to a serious consequence according to the circumstances.
Always follow the instructions of both levels because they are important to personal safety.

Please save this manual to make it accessible when required and always forward it to the end user.

Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions,
resulting in death or severe injury.

Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions,
resulting in medium or slight personal injury or physical damage.

[Design Precautions]

!

DANGER

• Do not write data into the "read-only area" in the buffer memory of the intelligent function
module. In addition, do not turn ON/OFF the "Reserved (N/A)" signals among the I/O signals
transferred to/from the programmable controller CPU.
Doing so can malfunction the programmable controller system.

!

CAUTION

• Do not bunch the control wires or pulse input wires with the main circuit or power wires, or install
them close to each other.
They should be installed 150 mm (5.9 inch) or more from each other.
Not doing so could result in noise that may cause malfunction.

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[Installation Precautions]

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CAUTION

• Use the programmable controller in an environment that meets the general specifications
contained in the CPU module User's Manual.
Using this programmable controller in an environment outside the range of the general
specifications may cause electric shock, fire, malfunction, and damage to or deterioration of the
product.

• While pressing the installation lever located at the bottom of module, insert the module fixing tab
into the fixing hole in the base unit until it stops. Then, securely mount the module with the fixing
hole as a supporting point.
Improper installation may result in malfunction, breakdown or the module coming loose and
dropping. Securely fix the module with screws if it is subject to vibration during use.

• Tighten the screws within the range of specified torque.
If the screws are loose, it may cause the module to fallout, short circuits, or malfunction.
If the screws are tightened too much, it may cause damage to the screw and/or the module,
resulting in fallout, short circuits or malfunction.

• Switch all phases of the external power supply off when mounting or removing the module.
Not ding so may cause electric shock or damage to the module.
In the system where a CPU module supporting the online module change is used and on the
MELSECNET/H remote I/O stations, modules can be replaced online (during energizing).
However, there are some restrictions on replaceable modules and the replacement procedures
are predetermined for each module.
For details, refer to the chapter of the online module change in this manual.

• Do not directly touch the conductive area or electronic components of the module.
Doing so may cause malfunction or failure in the module.

[Wiring Precautions]

!

DANGER

• Be careful not to let foreign matters such as sawdust or wire chips get inside the module.
These may cause fires, failure or malfunction.

• The top surface of the module is covered with protective film to prevent foreign objects such as
cable offcuts from entering the module when wiring.
Do not remove this film until the wiring is complete.
Before operating the system, be sure to remove the film to provide adequate heat ventilation.

• The cables connected to the module should be placed in a duct or fixed. Not doing so can cause
the module or cables to be damaged when the cables swing, more or are pulled carefully, for
example or to malfunction due to poor cable connection.

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[Wiring Precautions]

!

CAUTION

• When removing the cable from the module, do not pull the cable.
When disconnecting a cable without a terminal block, unscrew on the part that is connected to
the module.
Pulling the cable that is still connected to the module may cause malfunction or damage to the
module or cable.

• Always ground the shielded cable for the programmable controller.
There is a risk of electric shock or malfunction.

• Use applicable solderless terminals and tighten them with the specified torque.
If any solderless spade terminal is used, it may be disconnected when the terminal screw comes
loose, resulting in failure.

• When wiring, be sure to verify the rated voltage of the product as well as the terminal layout. Fire
or failure may result if incorrect voltage is input or incorrect wiring is performed.

[Startup/Maintenance Precautions]

!

CAUTION

• Do not disassemble or modify the module.
Doing so could cause failure, malfunction, injury or fire.

• Switch all phases of the external power supply off when mounting or removing the module.
Not doing so may cause failure or malfunction of the module.
In the system where a CPU module supporting the online module change is used and on the
MELSECNET/H remote I/O stations, modules can be replaced online (during energizing).
However, there are some restrictions on replaceable modules and the replacement procedures
are predetermined for each module.
For details, refer to the chapter of the online module change in this manual.

• Do not install/remove the module to/from the base unit, or the terminal block to/from
the module more than 50 times after the first use of the product. (IEC 61131-2 compliant)
Failure to do so may cause malfunction.

• Do not touch the connector while the power is on.
Doing so may cause malfunction.

• Switch all phases of the external power supply off when cleaning or retightening the terminal
screws and module fixing screws.
Not doing so may cause failure or malfunction of the module.
If the screws are loose, it may cause the module to fallout, short circuits, or malfunction.
If the screws are tightened too much, it may cause damages to the screws and/or the module,
resulting in the module falling out, short circuits or malfunction.

• Always make sure to touch the grounded metal to discharge the electricity charged in the body,
etc., before touching the module.
Failure to do so may cause a failure or malfunctions of the module.

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[Disposal Precautions]

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CAUTION

• When disposing of the product, handle it as industrial waste.

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REVISIONS

* The manual number is given on the bottom left of the back cover.

Print Date * Manual Number Revision

Jun., 2002 SH (NA)-080313E-A First edition

Feb., 2003 SH (NA)-080313E-B

Correction

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, Section 2.1, Section 2.2, Section 6.2.2,
Section 6.4, Section 6.5, Section 9.1.1

Jun., 2004 SH (NA)-080313E-C

Addition of program example for use on the remote I/O network.

Correction

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, Section 2.2, Section 4.1, Section 6.4,
Section 6.6, Chapter 7, Section 8.1, Section 8.3.2

Feb., 2006 SH (NA)-080313E-D

Correction

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, Conformation to the EMC Directive and
Low Voltage Instruction, Section 2.2, Section 4.1, Section 6.2.2

Mar., 2006 SH (NA)-080313E-E

Correction

Sep., 2006 SH (NA)-080313E-F

Jun., 2007 SH (NA)-080313E-G

Jan., 2008 SH (NA)-080313E-H

May, 2008 SH (NA)-080313E-I

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, Section 4.4.2, 7.2, 7.2.1, 7.3, 7.3.1

Correction

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Correction

Generic Terms and Abbreviations, Section 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 4.1, 4.4, 4.5,

5.1.1, 5.2.2, 6.2.1, 6.3 to 6.6, Chapter 8, Section 8.3, INDEX

Correction

Generic Terms and Abbreviations, Section 2.2, 2.3, Section 6.2.2

Correction

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, Compliance with the EMC and Low
Voltage Directives, Generic Terms and Abbreviations, Section 2.1,

2.3, 4.1, 4.4.1, 6.2.1, 6.3.1, 6.3.3, 8.1

Japanese Manual Version SH-080312-I

This manual confers no industrial property rights or any rights of any other kind, nor does it confer any patent
licenses. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation cannot be held responsible for any problems involving industrial property
rights which may occur as a result of using the contents noted in this manual.

© 2002 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Mitsubishi programmable controller MELSEC-Q Series.
Always read through this manual, and fully comprehend the functions and performance of the Q Series
programmable controller before starting use to ensure correct usage of this product.

CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUSIONS..............................................................................................................................A- 1

REVISIONS ....................................................................................................................................................A- 5

INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................................A- 6

CONTENTS....................................................................................................................................................A- 6

Using This Manual..........................................................................................................................................A- 9

Compliance with the EMC and Low Voltage Directives...............................................................................A- 10

Generic Terms and Abbreviations ................................................................................................................A- 10

Component List .............................................................................................................................................A- 11

1 OVERVIEW 1- 1 to 1- 4

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

1.2 Features ................................................................................................................................................... 1- 1

2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 2- 1 to 2- 6

2.1 Applicable Systems.................................................................................................................................. 2- 1

2.2 About Use of the QD60P8-G with the Q12PRH/Q25PRHCPU ............................................................. 2- 4

2.3 How to Check the Function Version and the Software Version ............................................................. 2- 5

3 SPECIFICATIONS 3- 1 to 3- 14

3.1 Performance Specifications ..................................................................................................................... 3- 1

3.2 List of Functions ....................................................................................................................................... 3- 3

3.3 I/O Signals for Programmable Controller CPU ....................................................................................... 3- 4

3.3.1 List of I/O signals ............................................................................................................................... 3- 4

3.3.2 Details of I/O signals ......................................................................................................................... 3- 5

3.4 Buffer Memory.......................................................................................................................................... 3- 8

3.4.1 List of buffer memory assignments................................................................................................... 3- 8

3.4.2 Details of buffer memory................................................................................................................... 3- 9

3.5 Interface with External Devices ..............................................................................................................3- 14

4 SETUP AND PROCEDURE BEFORE OPERATION 4- 1 to 4- 10

4.1 Handling Precautions ............................................................................................................................... 4- 1

4.2 Procedure before Operation .................................................................................................................... 4- 2

4.3 Part Identification Nomenclature ............................................................................................................. 4- 3

4.4 Wiring........................................................................................................................................................ 4- 4

4.4.1 Wiring precautions............................................................................................................................. 4- 4

4.4.2 Wiring example.................................................................................................................................. 4- 6

4.5 Switch Setting for Intelligent Function Module ........................................................................................ 4- 8

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5 DETAILS AND SETTING OF FUNCTIONS 5- 1 to 5- 17

5.1 Count Operation....................................................................................................................................... 5- 1

5.1.1 Pulse input method ........................................................................................................................... 5- 1

5.1.2 Input pulse count operation............................................................................................................... 5- 2

5.1.3 Count value reading .......................................................................................................................... 5- 3

5.1.4 Count cycle changing........................................................................................................................ 5- 4

5.2 Count Type Selection............................................................................................................................... 5- 5

5.2.1 Linear counter operation ...................................................................................................................5- 5

5.2.2 Ring counter operation ...................................................................................................................... 5- 7

5.3 Input Pulse Value ..................................................................................................................................... 5- 9

5.4 Comparison Output Function.................................................................................................................. 5- 10

5.5 Counter Reset Function ..........................................................................................................................5- 12

5.6 Pre-scale Function ..................................................................................................................................5- 13

5.7 Movement Averaging Function............................................................................................................... 5- 14

5.8 Alarm Output Function ............................................................................................................................ 5- 15

5.9 Count Response Delay Time.................................................................................................................. 5- 17

6 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-CT) 6- 1 to 6- 18

6.1 Utility Package Functions ........................................................................................................................ 6- 1

6.2 Installing and Uninstalling the Utility Package ........................................................................................ 6- 2

6.2.1 Handling precautions ........................................................................................................................ 6- 2

6.2.2 Operating environment...................................................................................................................... 6- 4

6.3 Utility Package Operation ........................................................................................................................ 6- 6

6.3.1 Common utility package operations ................................................................................................. 6- 6

6.3.2 Operation overview ........................................................................................................................... 6- 8

6.3.3 Starting the intelligent function module utility .................................................................................. 6- 10

6.4 Initial Setting ............................................................................................................................................ 6- 12

6.5 Auto Refresh Setting ...............................................................................................................................6- 14

6.6 Monitoring/Test........................................................................................................................................ 6- 16

7 PROGRAMMING 7- 1 to 7- 12

7.1 Programming Procedure.......................................................................................................................... 7- 2

7.2 For Use in Normal System Configuration................................................................................................ 7- 3

7.2.1 Program example .............................................................................................................................. 7- 5

7.3 For Use on Remote I/O Network .............................................................................................................7- 7

7.3.1 Program example .............................................................................................................................. 7- 9

8 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE 8- 1 to 8- 13

8.1 Online Module Change Conditions.......................................................................................................... 8- 2

8.2 Online Module Change Operations ......................................................................................................... 8- 3

8.3 Online Module Change Procedure .......................................................................................................... 8- 4

8.3.1 GX Configurator-CT was used for initial setting ............................................................................... 8- 4

8.3.2 Sequence program was used for initial setting ................................................................................8- 8

8.4 Precautions for Online Module Change .................................................................................................8- 13

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9 TROUBLESHOOTING 9- 1 to 9- 11

9.1 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................... 9- 1

9.1.1 Confirming the error definitions using system monitor of GX Developer ........................................ 9- 3

9.2 Error Details.............................................................................................................................................. 9- 5

9.3 List of Errors ............................................................................................................................................. 9- 8

APPENDIX Appendix- 1 to Appendix - 2

Appendix 1 External Dimension Diagram .......................................................................................Appendix - 1

INDEX Index - 1 to Index - 3

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Using This Manual

Manual Makeup

(1) To know the features and overview of this product (Chapter 1)

Section 1.1 gives the overview and Section 1.2 the features.

(2) To know the system configuration (Chapter 2)

Chapter 2 describes the system configuration, usable programmable controller
CPUs, etc.

(3) To know the system performance and function list (Chapter 3)

Sections 3.1 to 3.4 provides the performance specifications, list of functions, I/O
signals and list of buffer memory. Section 3.5 describes the interface with
external devices.

(4) To know the module installation and setting (Chapter 4)

Chapter 4 describes the wiring example of the module and the setting method
necessary for start of operation.

(5) To know the functions and their setting methods (Chapter 5)

Chapter 5 provides the functions and their setting methods.

(6) To perform initial setting, etc. from the optional utility package

(Chapter 6)

Chapter 6 gives the method for operating the utility package.

(7) To know the example of operating the QD60P8-G using a

sequence program (Chapter 7)

Chapter 7 provides a sequence program example.

(8) To change the module without stopping the system (Chapter 8)

Chapter 8 provides the method for changing the module without stopping the
system (online module change).

(9) To know the error code and corresponding remedy when an error

occurs in the module (Chapter 9)

Chapter 9 gives the troubleshooting and list of error codes.

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Numeric values used in this manual

• The buffer memory addresses and error codes are represented in decimal.

• The X/Y devices are represented in hexadecimal.

• The values read/written from/to the buffer memory and the values set using the

intelligent function module switches are represented in either of decimal and
hexadecimal. A hexadecimal value is ended by "H".

(Example) 10.........10 Decimal

10

H....... 16 Hexadecimal

Compliance with the EMC and Low Voltage Directives

(1) For programmable controller system

To configure a system meeting the requirements of the EMC and Low Voltage
Directives when incorporating the Mitsubishi programmable controller (EMC and
Low Voltage Directives compliant) into other machinery or equipment, refer to
Chapter 9 "EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES" of the QCPU User's
Manual (Hardware Design, Maintenance and Inspection).
The CE mark, indicating compliance with the EMC and Low Voltage Directives, is
printed on the rating plate of the programmable controller.

(2) For the product

For the compliance of this product with the EMC and Low Voltage Directives,
refer to Section 4.4.1 "Wiring precautions".

Generic Terms and Abbreviations

Unless specially noted, the following generic terms and abbreviations are used in this
manual.

Generic term/abbreviation Details of generic term/abbreviation
QD60P8-G Abbreviation for type QD60P8-G Channel Isolated Pulse Input Module.
Programmable controller CPU Generic term for programmable controller CPU on which QD60P8-G can be mounted.
Personal computer DOS/V-compatible personal computer of IBM PC/ATRor its compatible.

GX Developer

QCPU (Q mode)

Process CPU Generic term for Q02PHCPU, Q06PHCPU, Q12PHCPU, Q25PHCPU.

GX Configurator-CT

Windows VistaR

WindowsR XP

Generic product name for the SWnD5C-GPPW-E, SWnD5C-GPPW-EA, SWnD5C­GPPW-EV and SWnD5C-GPPW-EVA. ("n" is 4 or greater.)
"-A" and "-V" denote volume license product and upgraded product respectively.
Generic term for the Q00JCPU, Q00CPU, Q01CPU, Q02CPU, Q02HCPU, Q06HCPU,
Q12HCPU, Q25HCPU, Q02PHCPU, Q06PHCPU, Q12PHCPU, Q25PHCPU,
Q12PRHCPU, Q25PRHCPU, Q02UCPU, Q03UDCPU, Q04UDHCPU, Q06UDHCPU,
Q13UDHCPU, Q26UDHCPU, Q03UDECPU, Q04UDEHCPU, Q06UDEHCPU,
Q13UDEHCPU and Q26UDEHCPU.

Abbreviation for counter module setting/monitoring tool GX Configurator-CT (SW0D5C­QCTU-E).
Generic term for the following:
Microsoft
MicrosoftR Windows VistaR Home Premium Operating System,
MicrosoftR Windows VistaR Business Operating System,
Microsoft
MicrosoftR Windows VistaR Enterprise Operating System
Generic term for the following:
MicrosoftR WindowsR XP Professional Operating System,
MicrosoftR WindowsR XP Home Edition Operating System

R

Windows VistaR Home Basic Operating System,

R

Windows VistaR Ultimate Operating System,

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Component List

The component list of this product is given below.

Type Component Quantity

QD60P8-G Type QD60P8-G Channel Isolated Pulse Input Module 1

SW0D5C-QCTU-E GX Configurator-CT Version 1 (1-license product) (CD-ROM) 1

SW0D5C-QCTU-EA GX Configurator-CT Version 1 (Volume-license product) (CD-ROM) 1

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MEMO

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1 OVERVIEW

MELSEC-Q

CHAPTER 1 OVERVIEW

1.1 Overview

This User's Manual describes the specifications, handling, wiring and programming
methods of the Channel Isolated Pulse Input Module (QD60P8-G) used with the
MELSEC-Q series programmable controller CPU.

The QD60P8-G counts the input pulse number (speed, rotation speed, instant flux or
similar) and measures the quantity the length, accumulating flux and so forth. The input
pulse value is updated every 10ms. The QD60P8-G updates the accumulating count
value and the pulse number after movement averaging processing or similar (sampling
pulse number) at intervals of the count cycle setting value.

1.2 Features

(1) Wide range of functions

Pulse generator

Input voltage
selection 1)

Pulse edge
selection 2)

1

Counter reset 11)

Pre-scale processing 3)

Movement averaging
processing 4)

Alarm output 8)

Input pulse number

Updated in
count cycle

Input pulse value 7)Accumulating count value 6)Sampling pulse number 5)

Overflow detection 9)

Accumulating counter
comparison flag 10)

1) Pulse input voltage

A single module accepts the pulse inputs of 5VDC/12 to 24VDC.

2) Pulse edge selection

It is allowed to select the rise or fall of the input pulses to be counted.

3) Pre-scale function

The input pulse number is multiplied by any value to convert the pulse
number.

4) Movement averaging function

The values of the sampling pulse number are averaged by the specified
number of times to calculate the average value.

Updated
every 10ms

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MELSEC-Q

5) Sampling pulse number indication

The value obtained by performing pre-scale conversion on the pulse
number entered in the count cycle set to the count cycle setting value is
displayed. If the input pulse number is not uniform, movement averaging
processing can be performed to average the input pulse number.
The count range is 0 to 32767.

6) Accumulating count value indication

The accumulating value of the sampling pulse number is displayed in the
set count cycle. The count range is 0 to 99999999, and you can select
whether to use the accumulating counter as the linear counter or ring
counter.

7) Input pulse value indication

The pulse number actually input is displayed every 10ms. Since the input
pulse number is displayed every 10ms, the module can be used as a
counter. (The input pulse value is updated every 10ms. Note this when
using the module as a counter.)
The count range is 0 to 2147483647.

8) Alarm output

It is allowed to set four setting values, i.e. upper/upper limit value,
upper/lower limit value, lower/upper limit value and lower/lower limit value,
for the sampling pulse number to output alarms.

9) Accumulating counter overflow detection

If the accumulating count value overflows (exceeds 99999999) in the linear
counter mode, the accumulating counter overflow detection flag turns ON to
indicate that an overflow error has occurred.

10) Accumulating counter comparison output

If the accumulating count value reaches or exceeds the comparison output
setting value, the accumulating counter comparison flag turns ON.

11) Counter reset

The sampling pulse number, accumulating count value and input pulse
value can be reset at any timing.

(2) Counting speed range of the input pulse can be changed

By changing the input filter, the input pulse speed is available within the range 0
to 30kpps.

(3) 8 channels of pulse inputs in one module

One module has 8 channels of pulse inputs to configure a system at low costs.

(4) Channel isolated

The channels are isolated from each other. (Dielectric withstand voltage:
1780VAC for 1 minute)

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MELSEC-Q

(5) Online module change

It is possible to change the module without stopping the system.

(6) Easy setting by utility package

Utility package (GX Configurator-CT) is sold separately.
The utility package enables the initial setting and auto refresh setting to be made
on the screen, reducing the sequence programs as well as resulting in easy
monitoring of the setting and operating status.

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2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

MELSEC-Q

CHAPTER 2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

This chapter explains the system configuration of the QD60P8-G.

2.1 Applicable Systems

This section describes the applicable systems.

Programmable
controller CPU

CPU type CPU model

Basic model QCPU

High Performance
model QCPU

Process CPU

Redundant CPU

Universal model QCPU

Safety CPU QS001CPU N/A

(1) Applicable modules and base units, and No. of modules

(a) When mounted with a CPU module

The table below shows the CPU modules and base units applicable to the
QD60P8-G and quantities for each CPU model.
Depending on the combination with other modules or the number of
mounted modules, power supply capacity may be insufficient.
Pay attention to the power supply capacity before mounting modules, and if
the power supply capacity is insufficient, change the combination of the
modules.

Applicable CPU module

Q00JCPU Up to 8

Q00CPU

Q01CPU

Q02CPU

Q02HCPU

Q06HCPU

Q12HCPU

Q25HCPU

Q02PHCPU

Q06PHCPU

Q12PHCPU

Q25PHCPU

Q12PRHCPU

Q25PRHCPU

Q02UCPU Up to 36

Q03UDCPU

Q04UDHCPU

Q06UDHCPU

Q13UDHCPU

Q26UDHCPU

Q03UDECPU

Q04UDEHCPU

Q06UDEHCPU

Q13UDEHCPU

Q26UDEHCPU

No. of modules

Up to 24

Up to 64

Up to 64

Up to 53

Up to 64

3

*

1

*

Main base unit Extension base unit

Base unit

2

*

2

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Applicable CPU module

CPU type CPU model

C Controller module

2

QJ72LP25-25
QJ72LP25G
QJ72LP25GE
QJ72BR15

1

*

Main base unit Extension base unit

Q06CCPU-V

Q06CCPU-V-B

No. of modules

Up to 64

*1: Limited within the range of I/O points for the CPU module.
*2: Can be installed to any I/O slot of a base unit.
*3: Use the QD60P8-G module whose serial No. (first five digits) is 09012

or later.

(b) Mounting to a MELSECNET/H remote I/O station

The table below shows the network modules and base units applicable to
the QD60P8-G and quantities for each network module model.
Depending on the combination with other modules or the number of
mounted modules, power supply capacity may be insufficient.
Pay attention to the power supply capacity before mounting modules, and if
the power supply capacity is insufficient, change the combination of the
modules.

Applicable network

module

No. of modules *1

Up to 64

Main base unit of

remote I/O station

Base unit *2

*1: Limited within the range of I/O points for the network module.
*2: Can be installed to any I/O slot of a base unit.

REMARK

MELSEC-Q

Base unit

2

*

: Applicable, : N/A

Extension base unit of

remote I/O station

: Applicable, : N/A

The Basic model QCPU or C Controller module cannot create the MELSECNET/H
remote I/O network.

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(2) Support of the multiple CPU system

When using the QD60P8-G in a multiple CPU system, refer to the following
manual first.

• QCPU User's Manual (Multiple CPU System)
Write intelligent function module parameters to the control CPU of the QD60P8-G
only.

(3) Compatibility with online module change

The QD60P8-G supports the online module change function.

POINT

The QD60P8-G does not have the products of function versions A and B.
The products of function version C include the functions of the products function
versions A and B.

(4) Supported software packages

Relation between the system containing the QD60P8-G and software package is
shown in the following table.
GX Developer is necessary when using the QD60P8-G.

MELSEC-Q

Software Version

GX Developer

GX Configurator-CT

Q00J/Q00/Q01CPU

Q02/Q02H/Q06H/Q12H/Q25HCPU

Q02PH/Q06PHCPU

Q12PH/Q25PHCPU

Q12PRH/Q25PRHCPU Redundant CPU system Version 8.45X or later Version 1.16S or later

Q02U/Q03UD/Q04UDH/Q06UDHCPU

Q13UDH/Q26UDHCPU

Q13UDEH/Q26UDEHCPU

If installed in a MELSECNET/H remote I/O station Version 6 or later Version 1.14Q or later

Single CPU system Version 7 or later

Multiple CPU system Version 8 or later

Single CPU system Version 4 or later

Multiple CPU system Version 6 or later

Single CPU system

Multiple CPU system

Single CPU system

Multiple CPU system

Single CPU system

Multiple CPU system

Single CPU system

Multiple CPU system

Single CPU system Q03UDE/Q04UDEH/Q06UDEH/

Multiple CPU system

Version 8.68W or later

Version 7.10L or later

Version 8.48A or later

Version 8.62Q or later

Version 8.68W or later

Version 1.14Q or later

Version 1.25AB or later

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2.2 About Use of the QD60P8-G with the Q12PRH/Q25PRHCPU

Here, use of the QD60P8-G with the Q12PRH/Q25PRHCPU is explained.

(1) GX Configurator-CT connection

GX Configurator-CT cannot be used when accessing the Q12PRH/Q25PRHCPU
via an intelligent function module on an extension base unit from GX Developer.
Connect a personal computer with a communication path indicated below.

1 2

Main base unit

MELSEC-Q

Extension base unit

(GX Configurator-CT cannot be used.)

1

Direct connection to the CPU

2

Connection through an intelligent function module on the main base unit
(Through Ethernet module, MELSECNET/H module, or CC-Link module)

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2.3 How to Check the Function Version and the Software Version

This function version of the QD60P8-G and the software version of the
GX Configuration-CT can be checked in the following methods.

(1) Checking the function version of the QD60P8-G

(a) Method using the rated plate on the module side face

Check the alphabet at the end of "SERIAL"

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(b) Method using the GX Developer

Check the alphabet at the end of "Product information" displayed on
"Module's Detailed Information" dialog box of GX Developer.

Function version

Relevant regulation standards

[Operation of GX Developer]

Click the [Diagnostics] [System monitor] menu and click the

Module's Detailed Information

<Module's Detailed Information dialog box of GX Developer>

button in the displayed window.

Function version

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POINT

The serial No. on the rating plate may be different from the serial No. displayed on
the product information screen of GX Developer.

• The serial No. on the rating plate indicates the management information of the
product.

• The serial No. displayed on the product information screen of GX Developer
indicates the function information of the product.
The function information of the product is updated when a new function is
added.

(2) Checking the software version of GX Configurator-CT

The software version of GX Configurator-CT can be checked in GX Developer’s
"Product information" screen.

[Operation Procedure]

GX Developer [Help] [Product information]

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Software version

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CHAPTER 3 SPECIFICATIONS

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This chapter explains the performance specifications of the QD60P8-G, the I/O signals
for the programmable controller CPU, and the specifications of the buffer memory.
For the general specifications of the QD60P8-G, refer to the User's Manual of the used
CPU module.

3.1 Performance Specifications

Item

Counting speed switch settings*1 30kpps 10kpps 1kpps 100pps 50pps 10pps 1pps 0.1pps

Number of I/O occupied points 32 points (I/O assignment: 32 points for intelligent function module)

Number of channels 8 channels

Phase 1-phase input Count input

signal

Input derating Refer to the derating chart (Next page)

Counter

Signal level 5VDC/12 to 24VDC

Counting speed

(Max.) *2

Counting range

Count type Linear counter method, ring counter method

Minimum count

pulse width

(Duty ratio 50%)

The following table indicates the performance specifications of the QD60P8-G.

Model name

30kpps 10kpps 1kpps 100pps 50pps 10pps 1pps 0.1pps

Sampling pulse number

Accumulating count value

Input pulse value

33.4 s

16.7
s

16.7
s

100 s

50
s50 s

1ms

0.5

0.5
ms

ms

QD60P8-G

: 16-bit binary (0 to 32767)

: 32-bit binary (0 to 99999999)

: 32-bit binary (0 to 2147483647)

10ms

5

ms

ms

5

20ms

10

10

ms

ms

100ms

50

ms

ms

50

0.5

1s

0.5
s

s

10s

5s

3

5s

For 1 min at 1500VAC between AC external connecting terminals and general grounding

Dielectric withstand voltage

Insulation resistance 5MΩ or more at 500VDC between AC external connecting terminals and general grounding

Connected terminal 18 points terminal block

Applicable wire size

Applicable solderless terminals R1.25-3 (A solderless terminals with sleeves cannot be used.)

Internal current consumption

(5VDC)

Weight 0.17kg

External dimensions 27.4 (1.08) (W) X 98 (3.86) (H) X 90 (3.54) (D) [mm (in.)]

For 1 min at 500VAC between DC external connecting terminals and general grounding

For 1 min at 1780VAC between channels

0.3 to 0.75mm

0.58A

2

*1: To change the counting speed, use the intelligent function module switch.

(For details, refer to "Section 4.5 Switch setting for intelligent function module".)

*2: The counting speed is affected by the rise/fall time of pulses. The countable counting speeds

are indicated in the table on the next page. Note that counting the pulses of long rise/fall time
may result in miscounting.

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<Rise/Fall time and the corresponding counting speed switch settings>

Rise/Fall Time

t = 8.4µs or less 30kpps 10kpps 1kpps 100pps 50pps 10pps 1pps 0.1pps

t = 25µs or less 10kpps 10kpps 1kpps 100pps 50pps 10pps 1pps 0.1pps

t = 250µs or less - 1kpps 1kpps 100pps 50pps 10pps 1pps 0.1pps

t = 2.5ms or less - - 100pps 100pps 50pps 10pps 1pps 0.1pps

t = 5ms or less - - - 50pps 50pps 10pps 1pps 0.1pps

t = 25ms or less - - - - 10pps 10pps 1pps 0.1pps

3

t = 250ms or less - - - - - 1pps 1pps 0.1pps

t = 2.5s or less - - - - - - 0.1pps 0.1pps

t = 5s - - - - - - - 0.05pps

30kpps 10kpps 1kpps 100pps 50pps 10pps 1pps 0.1pps

Counting speed switch settings

tt

<Derating Chart>

( )

100

90

ON

ratio

3

80

30VD

70

60

50

40

0

10 20 30 40 50

Ambient temparature

55

( )

3: "ON" indicates the status where voltage is applied

to pulse input terminals.

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3.2 List of Functions

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Name Details Reference

Linear counter function

Accumulating

counter

Sampling

counter

Counter reset function

Pulse edge selection function

Count enable function

Online module change function

Utility function

Ring counter function This function repeats counting between 0 and 99999999. Section 5.2.2

Comparison output

function

Count cycle change

function

Movement averaging

function

Pre-scale function

Alarm output function

The following table indicates the QD60P8-G functions.

The above functions can be used in combination.
However, the linear counter function and ring counter function cannot be used
together.
Please select either of them.

POINT

This function counts from 0 to 99999999 and detects an overflow

when the count range is exceeded.

This function turns ON the accumulating counter comparison flag

when the accumulating count value reaches or exceeds the

comparison output setting value. (The accumulating counter

comparison flag turns OFF at a comparison signal reset request.)

This function changes the count cycle of the sampling pulse

number or accumulating count value.

This function performs movement averaging processing by the

specified number of times if there are variations in the sampling

pulse number.

This function converts the input pulse number into the unit pulse

number when its weight per pulse is a fraction.

This function sets the upper/upper limit value, upper/lower limit

value, lower/upper limit value and lower/lower limit value for the

sampling pulse number converted by the pre-scale function to

output alarms.

This function resets the sampling pulse number, accumulating

count value or input pulse value. A reset can be made at any

timing.

This function selects whether the rise or fall of an input pulse will

be used for counting. (This setting can be made for each channel

using the intelligent function module switch.)

This function starts input pulse count operation when the count

enable signal is turned ON.

This function changes the module without stopping the system.

(Perform an online module change according to the messages of

GX Developer.)

This function uses the utility package (GX Configurator-CT) to

perform initial setting, auto refresh setting, monitor/test or similar

from within the software without using sequence programs.

Section 5.2.1

Section 5.4

Section 5.1.4

Section 5.7

Section 5.6

Section 5.8

Section 5.5

Section 4.5

Section 5.1.2

Chapter 8

Chapter 6

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3.3 I/O signals for Programmable Controller CPU

3.3.1 List of I/O signals

The following table indicates the I/O signals of the QD60P8-G for the programmable
controller CPU.
The I/O numbers (X/Y) and I/O addresses indicated in this chapter and later assume
that the QD60P8-G is installed on the I/O slot No. 0 of the main base unit.

Input signal (Signal direction:

QD60P8-G

Device No. Signal name Device No. Signal name

X0 Module READY Y0 Reserved (N/A) *

X1 Operating condition setting complete flag Y1 Operating condition setting request flag

X2

to

X7

X8 CH1 Y8 CH1

X9 CH2 Y9 CH2

XA CH3 YA CH3

XB CH4 YB CH4

XC CH5 YC CH5

XD CH6 YD CH6

XE CH7 YE CH7

XF CH8

X10 CH1 Y10 CH1

X11 CH2 Y11 CH2

X12 CH3 Y12 CH3

X13 CH4 Y13 CH4

X14 CH5 Y14 CH5

X15 CH6 Y15 CH6

X16 CH7 Y16 CH7

X17 CH8

X18

to

X1F

programmable controller CPU)

Reserved (N/A) *

Error occurrence

Accumulating counter comparison

flag

Reserved (N/A) *

Y2

to

Y7

YF CH8

Y17 CH8

Y18 CH1

Y19 CH2

Y1A CH3

Y1B CH4

Y1C CH5

Y1D CH6

Y1E CH7

Y1F CH8

*: Write is inhibited to the I/O (X/Y) reserved for the system.

Output signal (Signal direction:

programmable controller CPU QD60P8-G)

Reserved (N/A) *

Error reset request

Comparison signal reset request

Count enable

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3.3.2 Details of I/O signals

The I/O signals of the QD60P8-G are detailed below.

(1) Details of input signals (QD60P8-G programmable controller

CPU)

The following table indicates the ON/OFF timings and functions of the input

Device

No.

X0 Module READY

Operating

X1

condition setting
complete flag

X8 CH1

X9 CH2

XA CH3

XB CH4

XC CH5

XD CH6

XE CH7

Error
occurrence

Signal name Details

signals.

OFF: Not

ON : Prepared

OFF: Operating

ON : Operating

OFF: No error

ON : Error

Prepared/
Watch dog
timer error

condition
setting

condition
setting
complete

occurrence

occurrence

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• This signal judges whether the QD60P8-G is normal or
abnormal in the sequence program. This signal turns ON
when the module starts normally at power-on or reset
operation.

• This signal turns OFF at occurrence of a watch dog timer
error.

• This signal is used as an interlock for turning ON/OFF the
operating condition setting request flag (Y1) when the function,
such as the comparison output function, is selected or the
setting value is changed.

• When this signal is OFF, input pulses are not counted.

• After confirming that the operating condition setting is
completed (this signal has turned ON), turn ON the count
enable signal (Y18 to Y1F) to start pulse counting.

Executed by QD60P8-G
Executed by sequence program

ON

Module
READY

Operating condition
setting complete flag

Operating condition
setting request flag

Count enable

(Y18 to Y1F)

(X0)

(X1)

(Y1)

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

• This signal turns ON if an error exists in the overflow detection
or initial setting data. (The details of the error can be confirmed
from the "system monitor" screen of GX Developer.)

• This signal turns OFF when the error reset request (Y8 to YF)
is turned ON.

• The "error code" is stored into the buffer memory of the
corresponding channel (refer to Section 3.4.2 for details).

Executed by QD60P8-G
Executed by sequence program

ON

Error occurrence
(X8 to XF)

Error reset request
(Y8 to YF)

OFF

ON

OFF

Initial
value

*1

OFF

OFF

OFF

XF CH8

Error code is read during this period.

*1: Initial value set at power-on or when the programmable controller CPU is reset.

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Device

No.

X10 CH1

X11 CH2

X12 CH3

X13 CH4

X14 CH5

X15 CH6

Accumulating
counter
comparison
flag

Signal name Details

OFF: Accumulating

count value
Comparison
output setting
value

ON : Accumulating

count value
Comparison
output setting
value

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• This signal turns ON if the "accumulating count value"
reaches or exceeds the "comparison output setting value".
The "accumulating count value" is stored into the buffer
memory for each channel. Set the "comparison output
setting value" to the buffer memory for each channel.
(Refer to Section 3.4.2 for details.)

• This signal remains ON until the comparison signal reset
request (Y10 to Y17) turns ON.

• Once turned OFF, this signal does not turn ON until the
accumulating count value reaches the comparison output
setting value again after it has been reset.

Executed by QD60P8-G
Executed by sequence program

Count cycle
setting value

Comparison output
setting value

Accumulating count value

Initial

value

*1

OFF

X16 CH7

X17 CH8

ccumulating counter
comparison flag
(X10 to X17)

Comparison signal
reset request
(Y10 to Y17)

OFF

OFF

ON

ON

*1: Initial value set at power-on or when the programmable controller CPU is reset.

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