OMRON CS1W-CIF31 Technical data
Cat. No. W417-E1-03
USB-Serial Conversion Cable
User's Manual
USB-Serial Conversion Cable
CS1W-CIF31
User's Manual
Notice:
OMRON products are manufactured for use according to proper procedures by a
qualified operator and only for the purposes described in this manual.
The following conventions are used to indicate and classify precautions in this manual.
Always heed the information provided with them. Failure to heed precautions can result
in injury to people or damage to property.
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury, or property damage.
OMRON Product References
All OMRON products are capitalized in this manual. The word “Unit” is also capitalized
when it refers to an OMRON product, regardless of whether or not it appears in the
proper name of the product.
The abbreviation “Ch,” which appears in some displays and on some OMRON products,
often means “word” and is abbreviated “Wd” in documentation in this sense.
The abbreviation “PLC” means Programmable Controller. “PC” is used, however, in
some Programming Device displays to mean Programmable Controller.
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The following headings appear in the left column of the manual to help you locate
different types of information.
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Note
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operation of the product.
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etc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Notice: .........................................................................................................................2
OMRON Product References...................................................................................... 2
Visual Aids................................................................................................................... 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS........................................................................... 3
About this Manual .................................................................................... 4
PRECAUTIONS....................................................................................... 5
Overview and Components...................................................................... 8
Overview ..................................................................................................................... 8
Appearance and Component Names .......................................................................... 8
Packing Lists............................................................................................ 9
D-sub Connector Cable (CS1W-CIF31)...................................................................... 9
Specifications........................................................................................... 10
Compatible Operating Systems .................................................................................. 10
Compatible Software Applications .............................................................................. 10
Compatible PLCs, PTs and Programmable Relay ...................................................... 11
Connection Configurations .......................................................................................... 12
General Specifications ................................................................................................ 13
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Dimensions .............................................................................................. 14
D-sub Connector Cable............................................................................................... 14
System Configuration............................................................................... 15
CS/CJ-series PLCs ..................................................................................................... 15
C-series PLCs ............................................................................................................. 17
CVM1 and CV-series PLCs......................................................................................... 20
PTs (NS and NT Series) ............................................................................................. 21
Programmable Relay (ZEN) ........................................................................................ 21
USB to PLC/PT Connection Tables......................................................... 22
Connecting with the CS1W-CIF31 (D-sub Connector Cable) ..................................... 22
Application Procedure.............................................................................. 27
Cable Connections .................................................................................. 28
Connecting the Cable.................................................................................................. 28
Installing the Drivers ................................................................................ 29
Uninstalling the Drivers ............................................................................ 33
Connecting Online from the CX-Programmer .......................................... 34
Using More than One Conversion Cable ................................................. 38
Revision History ....................................................................................... 39
Index ........................................................................................................ 40
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About this Manual
About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the CS1W-CIF31 USB-Serial Conversion Cable.
The CS1W-CIF31 USB-Serial Conversion Cable connects an OMRON PLC (or PT) to a
personal computer's USB port.
Please read this manual carefully and be sure you understand the information provided
before attempting to install or operate the USB-Serial Conversion Cables. Be sure to
read the precautions provided in the following section.
Precautions provides general precautions for using the USB-Serial Conversion Cables
and related devices.
Overview and Components describes the parts of the USB-Serial Conversion Cables
and gives an overview of their application.
Packing Lists shows the various items that come with the USB-Serial Conversion
Cables.
Specifications provides the hardware and software specifications.
Dimensions shows external cable dimensions.
System Configuration shows the application of the USB-Serial Conversion Cables
with various models of PLC.
USB to PLC/PT Connection Tables lists the possible combinations of Cables, Units,
and ports that can be used.
Application Procedure gives an overview of the steps required to use USB-Serial
Conversion Cables.
DIP Switch Settings and Cable Connections describes switch settings and cable
connections.
Installing the Drivers tells how to install the software drivers.
Uninstalling the Drivers tells how to uninstall the software drivers.
Connecting Online from the CX-Programmer tells how to connect to a PLC or PT
from a computer running the CX-Programmer.
WARNING Failure to read and understand the information provided in this manual may result in
personal injury or death, damage to the product, or product failure. Please read each
section in its entirety and be sure you understand the information provided in the section
and related sections before attempting any of the procedures or operations given.
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PRECAUTIONS
This section provides general precautions for using the USB-Serial Conversion Cable
and related devices.
The information contained in this section is important for the safe and reliable
application of the USB-Serial Conversion Cable. You must read this section and
understand the information contained before attempting to set up or operate a
USB-Serial Conversion Cable and PLC system.
█ Intended Audience
This manual is intended for the following personnel, who must also have knowledge of
electrical systems (an electrical engineer or the equivalent).
•Personnel in charge of purchasing FA devices.
•Personnel in charge of designing FA systems.
•Personnel in charge of managing FA systems and facilities.
█ General Precautions
•The user must operate the product according to the performance specifications
described in the operation manuals.
•Consult your OMRON representative before using the product under conditions which
are not described in the manual or applying the product to nuclear control systems,
railroad systems, aviation systems, vehicles, combustion systems, medical
equipment, amusement machines, safety equipment, and other systems, machines,
and equipment that may have a serious influence on lives and property if used
improperly.
•This manual provides important information for using the CS1W-CIF31 USB-Serial
Conversion Cable. Be sure to read this manual before attempting to use the
Conversion Cable and keep this manual close at hand for reference during operation.
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING It is extremely important that a PLC and all PLC Units be used for the specified purpose
and under the specified conditions, especially in applications that can directly or
indirectly affect human life. You must consult with your OMRON representative before
applying a PLC system to the above mentioned applications.
█ Operating Environment Precautions
Do not use the USB-serial Conversion Cable in the following places:
•Locations subject to strong electromagnetic fields.
•Locations subject to direct sunlight.
•Locations subject to temperatures or humidity outside the range specified in the
specifications.
•Locations subject to condensation as the result of severe changes in temperature.
•Locations subject to corrosive or flammable gases.
•Locations subject to excessive dust, or salts, or metal filings.
•Locations subject to exposure to water, oil, or chemicals.
•Locations subject to shock or vibration.
Provide proper shielding when installing in the following locations:
•Locations subject to static electricity or other sources of noise.
•Locations subject to strong electromagnetic fields.
•Locations subject to possible exposure to radiation.
•Locations near power supply lines.
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PRECAUTIONS
█ Application Precautions
Observe the following precautions when using the USB-Serial Conversion Cable.
•These cables are designed specifically to connect a personal computer to an OMRON
PLC or PT. Do not use them to connect any other devices and do not use a
commercially available USB-serial conversion cable in place of these cables. Improper
usage of these cables may result in damage to external devices, the PLC, or the PT.
•Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify any Units.
•Touch a grounded metal object to discharge any static electricity before connecting the
Conversion Cable to the PLC's connector, a PLC Connecting Cable, or the personal
computer's USB port.
•To avoid malfunctions due to noise, do not route the Conversion Cable parallel or close
to a high-tension power line.
•Tighten the D-sub connector screws to a torque of 0.4 N⋅m.
•Either turn OFF the power supply to the computer or disconnect the cable from the
USB connector before setting the DIP switch.
•Always lock any connectors that are equipped with locking mechanisms.
•Do not place anything on the cable.
•Do not bend the cable past it's normal bending radius or pull on the cable.
•Touch the Unit only after touching a grounded metal object to release static electricity
from your body.
•Disconnect or connect the cable only after confirming that communications are not in
progress.
•Do not quickly and repeatedly connect and disconnect the USB connector. Doing so
may cause the computer to malfunction.
•It may take some time for the computer to detect the cable after the cable is connected.
This is not a malfunction.
•Do not connect the RS-232C connector on the CS1W-CIF31 Cable (D-sub type)
directly to the RS-232C or RS-422/485 connector on the PLC. The cable may
malfunction.
•Do not connect this cable to a USB hub; connect it directly to a USB connector on the
computer.
The cable may malfunction.
•Do not extend the USB portion of this cable with an extension cable. The cable may
malfunction.
•Set the communications port (COM port) number used by the software to the
communications port (COM port) number allocated to the Conversion Cable.
Caution Perform wiring so that the power supply wires are not exposed and do not come into
contact with any metal parts. Contact with metal parts may cause a fire.
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█ EC Directives
● Applicable Directives
•EMC Directives
•Low Voltage Directive
● Concepts
• EMC Directives
OMRON devices that comply with EC Directives also conform to the related EMC
standards so that they can be more easily built into other devices or the overall machine.
The actual products have been checked for conformity to EMC standards (see the
following note). Whether the products conform to the standards in the system used by
the customer, however, must be checked by the customer.
EMC-related performance of the OMRON devices that comply with EC Directives will
vary depending on the configuration, wiring, and other conditions of the equipment or
control panel on which the OMRON devices are installed. The customer must, therefore,
perform the final check to confirm that devices and the overall machine conform to EMC
standards.
Note: Within the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standards, the applicable EMS
(Electromagnetic Susceptibility) standard is EN61000-6-2 and the applicable EMI
(Electromagnetic Interference) standard is EN61000-6-4 (10-m regulations.)
• Low Voltage Directive
Always ensure that devices operating at voltages of 50 to 1,000 VAC and 75 to 1,500
VDC meet the required safety standards (EN61131-2).
• Conformance to EC Directives
The CS1W-CIF31 USB-Serial Conversion Cables comply with EC Directives. Observe
the following precautions to ensure that the machine or device in which the Conversion
Cable is used complies with EC directives:
1. The CS1W-CIF31 USB-Serial Conversion Cable must be installed within a control
panel.
2. Reinforced insulation or double insulation must be used for the DC power supplies
providing the communications power supply and I/O power supplies.
3. CS1W-CIF31 USB-Serial Conversion Cables complying with EC Directives also
conform to the Common Emission Standard (EN61000-6-4). Radiated emission
characteristics (10-m regulations) may vary depending on the configuration of the
control panel used, other devices connected to the control panel, wiring, and other
conditions. You must therefore confirm that the overall machine or equipment
complies with EC Directives.
PRECAUTIONS
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Overview and Components
Overview and Components
Overview
The CS1W-CIF31 USB-Serial Conversion Cable connects an OMRON PLC
(Programmable Controller) or PT (Programmable Terminal) to a personal computer's
USB port. The cable can be used once the required drivers (on the provided CD-ROM)
have been installed in the personal computer.
The Conversion Cable can be used with OMRON PLC/PT software, such as the
CX-Programmer, which use the CX-Server or FinsGateway as a communications driver,
as well as other OMRON Software, such as the DeviceNet Configurator.
Appearance and Component Names
█ D-sub Connector Cable
● CS1W-CIF31 (USB Connector to D-sub Connector)
USB connector
(A plug connector, male)
D-Sub 9-pin connector (male)
LED Indicators
Indicator Color Status Description
TD Yellow
Flashing Data is being sent from the USB-Serial Conversion
Cable.
OFF Data is not being sent from the USB-Serial Conversion
Cable.
Flashing The USB-Serial Conversion Cable is receiving data. RD Yellow
OFF The USB-Serial Conversion Cable is not receiving
data.
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Packing Lists
D-sub Connector Cable (CS1W-CIF31)
Name Appearance
CS1W-CIF31
(USB Connector to D-sub Connector
Conversion Cable)
Drivers
(On CD-ROM)
User's Manual (this manual)
(On CD-ROM in PDF format)
Instruction Sheet
Packing Lists
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Specifications
Specifications
Compatible Operating Systems
Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Vista
Compatible Software Applications
The compatible software applications communicate with the PLC using the CX-Server
or FinsGateway. The following software applications use CX-Server or FinsGateway.
Name Communications software
CX-Programmer CX-Server (FinsGateway is used for network communications.)
CX-Simulator FinsGateway
CX-Protocol CX-Server (FinsGateway is used for network communications.)
CX-Position FinsGateway
CX-Motion CX-Server
CX-Process FinsGateway or CX-Server
NS-Designer FinsGateway
PLC Reporter FinsGateway
The following software applications are also compatible.
• DeviceNet Configurator
• NT Support Tool for Windows
• ZEN Support Software Ver. 3.0 or later
• Software applications in CX-One
• Communications Port Limitations with the NT Support Tool
1) Version 4.00 and Earlier Versions
Only communications ports COM1 and COM2 can be used. Always change the
communications port allocation for this device to COM1 or COM2 in the Microsoft
Windows Device Manager (see note 1) and specify that port in the NT Support Tool's
communications settings. Once the communications port is specified correctly in the
Windows Device Manager and the NT Support Tool's communications settings, data
such as screen data can be downloaded to the PT or uploaded from the PT through the
USB-Serial Conversion Cable.
Note: In most personal computers, COM1 is allocated to the RS-232C port and
communications port COM2 can be allocated to the Conversion Cable. Refer to
Changing the Allocated Communications Port on page 36 for details on changing the
communications port. Furthermore, if there is another driver using the allocated port,
that driver must be uninstalled.
2) Version 4.60E and Later Versions
Any communications port between COM 1 and COM8 can be used. Check the NT
Support Tool's communications settings and verify that the communications port
allocated to the Conversion Cable is also specified in the NT Support Tool.
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• Limitations when Using the NT Support Tool's System Installer
1) Windows 98 and Windows Me
The system program cannot be downloaded to the PT through the USB-Serial
Conversion Cable.
2) Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista
Only communications ports COM1 and COM2 can be used. Always change the
communications port allocation for this device to COM1 or COM2 in the Microsoft
Windows Device Manager (see note 1) and specify that port in the NT Support Tool's
communications settings. Once the communications port is specified correctly in the
Windows Device Manager and the NT Support Tool's communications settings, the
system program can be downloaded to the PT through the USB-Serial Conversion
Cable.
Note: In most personal computers, COM1 is allocated to the RS-232C port and
communications port COM2 can be allocated to the Conversion Cable. Refer to Changing
the Allocated Communications Port on page 36 for details on changing the communications
port. Furthermore, if there is another driver using the allocated port, that driver must be
uninstalled.
Compatible PLCs, PTs and Programmable Relay
The following OMRON PLCs, PTs and Programmable Relay are supported by the
compatible software applications.
• PLCs
CS/CJ-series, C-series (see note 1), and CVM1/CV-series
• PT
NS-series and NT-series
• Programmable Relay
ZEN (see note 2)
Note 1. The following C-series PLCs are supported: C200HS, C200HX/HG/HE, C200H, C1000H,
C2000H, CQM1, CPM1, CPM1A, CPM2A, SRM1, CQM1H, and CPM2C.
Note 2. The ZEN Programmable Relay is supported only if ZEN Support Software Ver. 3.0 or later
is used.
Specifications
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Specifications
Connection Configurations
The following table shows the connection configurations that can be used to connect an
OMRON PLC (or PT) to a personal computer's USB port.
USB-Serial
Conversion
Cable
CS1W-CIF31
(D-sub version)
Note The USB-Serial Conversion Cables are for connections between a USB port and an
OMRON PLC/PT only. In particular, the CS1W-CIF31 Cable can be used only with
compatible OMRON software applications even though it has a standard D-sub 9-pin
connector on one end.
Conversion
Cable's serial
connector
D-sub 9-pin
male
Required adapters or cables Compatible
•CS1W-CN226/626
(Programming Device Connecting Cable for a
CS/CJ-series peripheral port and personal
computer)
•XW2Z-200/500S-CV or XW2Z-200/500S-V
(Programming Device Connecting Cable for
an RS-232C port and personal computer)
PLC or PT
connector
CS/CJ-series
peripheral
port
+
•CS1W-CN118
(RS-232C to CS/CJ-series peripheral port
Conversion Cable)
•CQM1-CIF02
(Programming Device Connecting Cable for a
C-series peripheral port and personal
computer)
+
•CS1W-CN114
(C-series peripheral port to CS/CJ-series
peripheral port Conversion Cable)
•CQM1-CIF02
(Programming Device Connecting Cable for a
C-series peripheral port and personal
computer)
•RS-232C 9-pin to 25-pin adapter
+
•CV500-CIF01
(Programming Device Connecting Cable for a
CV-series peripheral port and PC98-type
personal computer)
•XW2Z-200/500S-CV or XW2Z-200/500S-V
(Programming Device Connecting Cable for
an RS-232C port and personal computer)
ZEN-CIF01
(Personal Computer Connecting Cable)
C-series
peripheral
port
CV-series
peripheral
port
RS-232C port
(D-sub 9-pin)
Personal
Computer
Connecting
port
Compatible PLCs
and PTs
CS/CJ-series,
CQM1H, and
CPM2C
C200HS,
C200HX/HG/HE,
CQM1, CPM1,
CPM1A, CPM2A,
and SRM1
CVM1/CV-series
PLCs (CPU Unit
or Serial
Communication
Unit/Board
connection) or
PTs
ZEN
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