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.
!DANGERIndicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
!WARNINGIndicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
!CautionIndicates 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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notice. Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. Nevertheless, OMRON assumes no responsibility
for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained in
this publication.
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tion of the product.
1,2,3...1. Indicates lists of one sort or another, such as procedures, checklists, etc.
This manual describes the installation and operation of CS-series SYSMAC LINK Units and includes
the sections described below.
Please read this manual completely and be sure you understand the information provide before
attempting to install and operate a SYSMAC LINK System including CS-series SYSMAC LINK Units.
Section 1 Introduction introduces the features and operations of the SYSMAC LINK Units.
Section 2 Unit Components and Switch Settings describes the names and functions of the SYS-
MAC LINK Unit components and switch settings.
Section 3 Basic Communications describes the token bus method of communications used in SYSMAC LINK Systems, as well as the basic settings necessary for operation.
Section 4 Data Links describes the operation of data links, procedures required to establish data
links, and methods of monitoring data link operations.
Section 5 Network Data Exchange provides the details of the data exchange functions of the CSseries PLCs via SYSMAC LINK Networks.
Section 6 Message Service describes the PLC ladder network instructions and FINS commands that
can be used to transfer data and control operation via a SYSMAC LINK System.
Section 7 Remote Monitoring and Programming provides information on remote programming and
monitoring.
Section 8 Troubleshooting provides information to help identify and correct errors that might occur.
Section 9 Unit Replacement describes the replacement procedure and provides cautions for Unit
replacement.
Section 10 Inspection and Maintenance contains information describing periodic inspections
required by the System.
Appendices contain information describing SYSMAC LINK Unit models, their dimensions, and area
allocations.
!WARNING Failure to read and understand the information provided in this manual may result in per-
sonal 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 CS-series SYSMAC LINK Units and related devices.
The information contained in this section is important for the safe and reliable application of the CS-series
SYSMAC LINK Units. You must read this section and understand the information contained before attempting
to set up or operate a SYSMAC LINK System.
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 installing FA systems.
• Personnel in charge of designing FA systems.
• Personnel in charge of managing FA systems and facilities.
2General Precautions
The user must operate the product according to the performance specifications described in the operation manuals.
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, consult your OMRON representative.
Make sure that the ratings and performance characteristics of the product are
sufficient for the systems, machines, and equipment, and be sure to provide
the systems, machines, and equipment with double safety mechanisms.
This manual provides information for programming and operating the Unit. Be
sure to read this manual before attempting to use the Unit and keep this manual close at hand for reference during operation.
!WARNING It is extremely important that a PLC and all PLC Units be used for the speci-
fied 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.
3Safety Precautions
!WARNING Do not attempt to take any Unit apart while the power is being supplied. Doing
so may result in electric shock.
!WARNING Do not touch any of the terminals or terminal blocks while the power is being
supplied. Doing so may result in electric shock.
!WARNING Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify any Units. Any attempt to do
so may result in malfunction, fire, or electric shock.
!WARNING Provide safety measures in external circuits (i.e., not in the Programmable
Controller), including the following items, in order to ensure safety in the system if an abnormality occurs due to malfunction of the PLC or another external factor affecting the PLC operation. Not doing so may result in serious
accidents.
• Emergency stop circuits, interlock circuits, limit circuits, and similar safety
measures must be provided in external control circuits.
• The PLC will turn OFF all outputs when its self-diagnosis function detects
any error or when a severe failure alarm (FALS) instruction is executed.
As a countermeasure for such errors, external safety measures must be
provided to ensure safety in the system.
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Operating Environment Precautions4
• The PLC outputs may remain ON or OFF due to deposition or burning of
the output relays or destruction of the output transistors. As a countermeasure for such problems, external safety measures must be provided
to ensure safety in the system.
• When the 24-VDC output (service power supply to the PLC) is overloaded
or short-circuited, the voltage may drop and result in the outputs being
turned OFF. As a countermeasure for such problems, external safety
measures must be provided to ensure safety in the system.
!Caution Confirm safety at the destination node before transferring a program to
another node or changing the I/O memory area. Doing either of these without
confirming safety may result in injury.
4Operating Environment Precautions
!Caution Do not operate the control system in the following places:
• 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 dust (especially iron dust) or salts.
• Locations subject to exposure to water, oil, or chemicals.
• Locations subject to shock or vibration.
!Caution Take appropriate and sufficient countermeasures when installing systems in
the following locations:
• Locations subject to static electricity or other forms of noise.
• Locations subject to strong electromagnetic fields.
• Locations subject to possible exposure to radioactivity.
• Locations close to power supplies.
5Application Precautions
Observe the following precautions when using the SYSMAC LINK Unit.
!WARNING Failure to abide by the following precautions could lead to serious or possibly
fatal injury. Always heed these precautions.
• Always ground the system to 100
protect against electrical shock.
• Always turn OFF the power supply or the backup power supply to the PLC
or the computer before attempting any of the following. Performing any of
the following with the power supply turned ON may lead to electrical
shock:
• Installing or removing the SYSMAC LINK Unit.
• Mounting or dismounting Power Supply Units, I/O Units, CPU Units, Inner Boards, or any other Units.
• Assembling the Units.
• Setting DIP or rotary switches.
Ω or less when installing the system to
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Application Precautions5
• Connecting or disconnecting any cables or wiring.
• Connecting or disconnecting any connectors.
!Caution Failure to abide by the following precautions could lead to faulty operation or
the PLC or the system or could damage the PLC or PLC Units. Always heed
these precautions.
• Always use the power supply voltages specified in the operation manuals.
An incorrect voltage may result in malfunction or burning.
• Take appropriate measures to ensure that the specified power with the
rated voltage and frequency is supplied. Be particularly careful in places
where the power supply is unstable. An incorrect power supply may result
in malfunction.
• Install external breakers and take other safety measures against short-circuiting in external wiring. Insufficient safety measures against short-circuiting may result in burning.
• Disconnect the functional ground terminal when performing withstand
voltage tests. Not disconnecting the functional ground terminal may result
in burning.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify any Units. Any attempt to
do so may result in malfunction, fire, or electric shock.
• Be sure that all the mounting screws, terminal screws, and cable connector screws are tightened to the torque specified in the relevant manuals.
Incorrect tightening torque may result in malfunction.
• Leave the label attached to the Unit when wiring. Removing the label may
result in malfunction if foreign matter enters the Unit.
• Remove the label after the completion of wiring to ensure proper heat dissipation. Leaving the label attached may result in malfunction.
• Use crimp terminals for wiring. Do not connect bare stranded wires
directly to terminals. Connection of bare stranded wires may result in
burning.
• Double-check all wiring and switch settings before turning ON the power
supply. Incorrect wiring may result in burning.
• Wire all connections correctly.
• Mount Units only after checking terminal blocks and connectors completely.
• Be sure that the communications cable connectors and other items with
locking devices are properly locked into place. Improper locking may
result in malfunction.
• Use special packing box when transporting the SYSMAC LINK Unit. Handle the product carefully so that no excessive vibration or impact is
applied to the product during transportation.
• Check the user program for proper execution before actually running it on
the Unit. Not checking the program may result in an unexpected operation.
• Observe the following precautions when wiring the communications cable
or backup power supply cables.
• Separate the cables from the power lines or high-tension lines.
• Do not bend the cables beyond their natural bending radius.
• Do not pull on the cables.
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Conformance to EC Directives6
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the cables.
• Route cables inside conduits.
• Before touching the Unit, be sure to first touch a grounded metallic object
in order to discharge any static build-up.
6Conformance to EC Directives
6-1Applicable Directives
•EMC Directives
6-2Concepts
EMC Directives
OMRON devices that comply with EC Directives conform to the related EMC
standards so that they can be more easily built into other devices or
machines. 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 in which the OMRON devices are installed.
The customer must, therefore, perform final checks to confirm that devices
and the overall machine conform to EMC standards.
NoteApplicable EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standards are as follows:
The CS1W-SLK11 and CS1W-SLK21 SYSMAC LINK Units comply with EC
Directives. To ensure that the machine or device in which these SYSMAC
LINK Units are used complies with EC directives, the SYSMAC LINK Units
must be installed as follows:
1,2,3...
1. In order to conform with EC Directives, the SYSMAC LINK Units must be
installed within a control panel. Use an SA20-712 (made by NITTO ELECTRIC WORKS) or a similar model.
2. Reinforced insulation or double insulation must be used for the DC power
supplies used for the communications and I/O power supplies.
3. SYSMAC LINK Units complying with EC Directives also conform to the
Common Emission Standard (EN50081-2). When a SYSMAC LINK Unit is
built into a machine, however, noise can be generated by switching devices using relay outputs and cause the overall machine to fail to meet the
Standards, particularly with radiated emission for 10-m regulations. The
customer must, therefore, take measures to ensure and perform final
checks to confirm that devices and the overall machine conform to EMC
standards.
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This section introduces the features and operations of the SYSMAC LINK Units.
The SYSMAC LINK is an FA network that can send and receive large data
packets flexibly and easily among the OMRON CS-series, C200HX/HG/HE,
CVM1, CV-series, C1000H, C1000HF, C2000H, and CQM1H-series Programmable Controllers (PLCs), as well as IBM PC/AT or compatible computers.
The SYSMAC LINK supports data links that enable data sharing and a message service that enables sending and receiving data when required. Data
link words can be freely set to create a flexible data link system and effectively
use memory areas.
The network is connected using coaxial cable or optical fiber cable.
Coaxial System (Coaxial Cable)
CS1W-SLK21
SYSMAC LINK Unit
CS-series
PLC
C200HX/HG/HE
C200HW-SLK23/SLK24
SYSMAC LINK Unit
CVM1,
CV-series PLC
CV500-SLK21
SYSMAC LINK Unit
C1000H-SLK21-V1
SYSMAC LINK Unit
C1000H,
C1000HF,
C2000H
IBM PC/AT or
compatible
IBM PC/AT or
compatible
Coaxial cable
3G8C2-SLK21-E
SYSMAC LINK
Support Board
3G8C2-SLK21-E
SYSMAC LINK
Support Board
Optical System (Optical Fiber Cable)
CS1W-SLK11
SYSMAC LINK Unit
CS-series PLC
24-VDC
Backup Power
Supply
100-VAC
Backup Power
Supply
Optical fiber cable
(Daisy-chain
connection)
C200HW-SLK13/SLK14
SYSMAC LINK Unit
C200HX/HG/HE
C200H-APS03
Power Supply
Unit
CV500-SLK11
SYSMAC LINK Unit
CVM1,
CV-series PLC
C1000H, C1000HF,
C2000H
C1000H-APS01
Power Supply
Unit
C1000H-SLK11
SYSMAC LINK Unit
Internetwork ConnectionsCommunications across bridges or gateways can include up to three net-
works, including the local network. A CS-series, CVM1, or CV-series PLC can
be used as the bridge or gateway to easily and economically create networks
controlling multiple lines.
Network 1 (local network)Network 2Network 3
SYSMAC LINK
Controller Link, Ethernet, SYSMAC LINK, SYSMAC NET, etc.
CS-series SYSMAC LINK Units are equipped with a variety of special features
including some developed from those incorporated by the C-series SYSMAC
LINK Unit. These features allow PLCs in a SYSMAC LINK Network to communicate with or automatically exchange data with other PLCs in the same Network and to communicate with interconnected Networks.
High Speed, Reliability,
and Flexibility
Distributed Control with
Data Links
Active CommunicationsCommunications can also be programmed using ladder-diagram instructions
The specialized communications LSIs used in all SYSMAC LINK Units deliver
high speed, reliability, and flexibility in an advanced data link system, while
optical fiber cable systems provide high-speed communications with unparalleled immunity to noise.
In the event of an error or failure in the polling node, another node automatically takes over management of the SYSMAC LINK System without stopping
the entire network. The CX-Net within the CX-Programmer can monitor and/or
program PLCs anywhere in the network via the SYSMAC LINK System.
The data link function transfers data to and from other nodes automatically,
establishing simple but powerful peer-to-peer links between nodes. Data links
can be generated automatically or the user can use the flexibility of manually
generating data links to eliminate unused link words, improve data link I/O
response time, and to even create several data link groups in one network.
The data link communications cycle time can be fixed at a constant value, so
even simultaneous remote programming/monitoring and NETWORK READ/
WRITE instructions (RECV(98)/SEND(90)) execution have no effect on the
data link I/O response time.
The data link function allows data exchange not only between PLCs but also
between PLCs and host computers in the network, making it possible to
develop communications software with ease.
(SEND(90), RECV(98), and CMND(490)) to facilitate communications with
other PLCs and host computers on an as-needed basis. Use of these instructions enables the following:
1,2,3...1. Broadcast transmissions
2. Response monitoring time setting (response time-out setting)
3. Transmit retry setting
4. Enabling/disabling responses
Internetwork
Communications
Remote AccessThe CX-Net within the CX-Programmer can access PLCs on the local net-
RAS FunctionsSYSMAC LINK Units are equipped with three RAS functions (RAS is an acro-
Routing tables can be set up in network PLCs so that communications are
possible with interconnecting networks or networks one network away from
the local network. This includes both bridging to other SYSMAC LINK Networks or passing gateways to other OMRON networks, including those in
SYSMAC NET Link Systems or SYSMAC BUS/2 Remote I/O Systems.
work, on adjacent networks, or on networks one removed from the local network, including Controller Link and Ethernet Networks. Access can be used to
monitor operation and/or manipulate data and programs.
nym for reliability, availability, and serviceability). The Polling Node Backup
and Failed Node Bypass (optical systems only) functions prevent the network
from failing when one Unit fails. The Internode Echo Test function aids in communications troubleshooting.
Remote monitoring of the network’s operating status and error logs also aids
in troubleshooting and quick correction of communications problems.
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SYSMAC LINK Unit FeaturesSection 1-2
1-2-1Standard Models
SYSMAC LINK Units
Applicable
PLCs
CS-series
PLCs
(CS1-H, CS1)
Unit
classification
CPU Bus UnitCoaxial SYSMAC
NameTransmission
LINK Unit
Optical SYSMAC
LINK Unit
path
Coaxial cableData links (manually set or auto-
Optical fiber
cable
matically set), messages (through
SEND(90), RECV(98), and
CMND(490) instructions)
CommunicationsModel
CS1W-SLK21
CS1W-SLK11
SYSMAC LINK Programming Devices
ProductSpecificationsModel
CX-Net (within CX-Programmer)
Setting manually set data links, starting/stopping data links, reading
network status, reading error logs, setting routing tables, testing networks, changing network parameters settings
Note The CS-series SYSMAC LINK Unit cannot be directly con-
nected to SYSMAC Support Software.
WS02-CX@@E
1-2-2Specifications
General Specifications
Conform to the specifications of the CS Series.
SYSMAC LINK Unit Specifications
ItemSpecifications
ModelCS1W-SLK21CS1W-SLK11
TypeCoaxialOptical fiber
Unit classificationCS-series CPU Bus Unit
Applicable PLCsCS-series PLCs
Max. number of Units4 Units max. (total Coaxial Units and Optical Units)
Mounting positionFour slots on the CPU Racks and CS-series Expansion Racks
Allowable unit number settings0 to F
CPU Unit data
exchange areas
SettingsRotary switch:Unit number
IndicatorsLEDs: 9 on Optical Unit, 8 on Coaxial Unit
Front panel connectorsBNC connectorTwo optical fiber connectors
Effect on CPU Unit cycle time0.2 ms
Current consumption (supplied
from Power Supply Unit)
Dimensions35 × 130 × 101 mm (W x H x D)
CPU Bus Unit
Area
Words allocated to CPU
Bus Units in
DM Area
25 words/Unit
SYSMAC Link Unit to CPU Unit:
Data link status, network participation status, error information, etc.
100 words/Unit (Only first word of the 100 words is used.)
CPU Unit to SYSMAC LINK Unit:
Polling/polled node setting, starting data links, data link mode (automatic/manual) settings, number of data link words for automatic data links, etc.
Rotary switches: Node addresses
Coaxial and Optical Units:
Running, communications error, CPU Unit error, network participation, polling, send,
receive, data link active
Optical Unit Only: Power ON
Power supply terminal block (24 V DC)
Requires an additional 1.5 ms + (No. of words transferred x 0.001 ms) when data links
are used.
Requires additional event processing time when servicing messages.
480 mA at 5 V DC470 mA at 5 V DC
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SYSMAC LINK Unit FeaturesSection 1-2
ItemSpecifications
Weight302 g (including F adapter)332 g (including cable bracket)
Standard accessoriesF Adapter, insulating coverCable bracket
SYSMAC LINK Communications Specifications
ItemSpecifications
TypeCoaxialOptical fiber
Communications functionsData links, messages
Communications methodToken bus (N:N)
Transmission methodManchester encoding
ModulationBaseband
SynchronizationFlag synchronization (HDLC frames)
Transmission pathBusDaisy chain
Baud rate and maximum
2 Mbps (fixed)
Maximum transmission distance: 1 km
Data link words (send and receive) that can be created in a single SYSMAC LINK Unit:
2,966 words max. (CIO Area + DM Area)
Area)
Manual settings: CIO 0000 to CIO 6143 (entire CIO), entire DM Area (D00000 to D32767)
When creating manually set data link tables using CX-Programmer Ver. 1.2 or earlier, the
words that can be set by the user are limited to the same words as for CVM1/CV, as follows:
CIO Area: CIO 0000 to CIO 2555
DM Area: D00000 to D24575
nostics (startup hardware check), internode
testing, broadcast test (using FINS command), watchdog timer, error log
Manchester encoding check, error (CRC-CCITT) detection = X
2 Mbps (fixed)
Maximum transmission distance: 10 km
Maximum distance between nodes:
Crimp cut: 800 m, adhesive polishing: 1 km
(The maximum distance between nodes is
determined by the connector cable processing method.)
Type of data linkAutomatic settingsManual settings
Number of data link nodes62 nodes max. (2 nodes min.)
Number of words per node (sending
and receiving)
Areas supporting
data links
Starting data link
word
Number of words
sent per node
Allocating data
link words
CIO AreaData Link Area:
DM AreaD00000 to
CIO AreaCIO 1000Manual settings can be made between
DM AreaD00000Manual settings can be made between
CIO AreaEither 4, 8, 16, or 32 words (same for
DM AreaEither 8, 16, 32, or 64 words (same for
CIO AreaEach node has the same number of
DM Area
2,966 words max. (CIO Area + DM Area total)
Select from the
CIO 1000 to
CIO 1063
D00127
each node)
each node)
data link words and words are allocated to nodes in the order of node
addresses.
following: CIO
Area only, DM
Area only, CIO +
DM Areas
CIO Area (CIO 0000 to CIO 6143)
DM Area (D00000 to D32767)
CIO 0000 to CIO 6143
D00000 to D32767
0 to 254 words (separate for each
node)
The number of data link words and the
order of allocation can be set for each
node. The same order of allocation
must be used for both the CIO Area
and the DM Area.
Message Communications Specifications
InstructionsSEND(90)/RECV(98)CMND(490)
ApplicationData sending and receivingReading and writing data at other nodes
Message contentsCommands for sending and receiving
Local node to
partner node
Local node: partner nodeSEND(90): 1:1 or 1:N (broadcast)
Number of words sent and
received
PLC to PLCPossiblePossible
PLC to computerPossible (requires program that returns
Computer to PLCPossible (requires program that receives
data
responses from the computer)
responses at the computer)
RECV(98): 1:1
256 words max. (512 bytes)542 bytes max.
Any supported FINS commands
Possible (requires program that returns
responses from the computer)
Possible (requires program that receives
responses at the computer)
1:1 or 1:N (broadcast)
1-3SYSMAC LINK Unit Functions
This section explains the settings and functions for the SYSMAC LINK Unit.
For details, refer to the relevant sections.
1-3-1Basic Settings
Node Address
(See pages 18 and 35)
Unit Number
(See pages 18 and 35)
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Perform the basic settings to use the SYSMAC LINK Unit.
Set the address of the local node in the network using the rotary switches on
the front of the SYSMAC LINK Unit.
Up to 16 CPU Bus Units (SYSMAC LINK Units, Controller Link Units, Ethernet
Units, Serial Communication Units, etc.) can be mounted on one PLC. Of
these, however, only a maximum of four Units may be SYSMAC LINK Units.
SYSMAC LINK Unit FunctionsSection 1-3
Set the unit number of each Unit manually from between 0 to F Hex (0 to 15)
using the rotary switches on the front of the SYSMAC LINK Unit.
Network Parameters
(See page 36)
1-3-2Data Links
Automatic Settings
(See page 49)
Manual Settings
(See page 49)
The following parameters are set with the Support Software (CX-Net within
the CX-Programmer).
• Communications cycle time
• Maximum node address
• Number of polled nodes
• Maximum number of frames
SYSMAC LINK Units can be used to create data links between PLCs and
computers on the same network. The data links support the following functions: Automatic settings (communications using data link words with settings
made automatically from settings made in PLC memory), and manual settings
(communications using data link tables with settings made using the CX-Net
within the CX-Programmer).
The areas to be used in creating the data links (CIO Area and/or DM Area)
and the number of data link words for each node are set in parameters in the
DM Area.
• Data Link Table Settings
The common link parameters and refresh parameters required by data
links are set using Support Software.
Common link parameters:The same for all nodes
Refresh parameters:Unique to each node
• Data Link Area Settings
The data areas (i.e., CIO Area and/or DM Area) to be used in the data links
are specified in the common link parameters.
• Number of Words in Data Links
The number of data link words for each node is specified in the common
link parameters.
• Data Link Node Settings
The nodes to be linked to the local node are specified in the refresh parameters. It is possible to use these settings to set multiple groups within a single network. The settings are made for each node individually.
1-3-3Network Data Exchange
The SYSMAC LINK Unit can send and receive data by connecting to other
networks of the same type or to different networks.
• Bridges: Commands can be used to send and receive between SYSMAC
LINK Networks.
• Gateways: Commands can be used to send and receive between networks with different communications protocols, such as Controller Link
and Ethernet.
Commands and data can be sent and received across a maximum of three
networks (including the local network).
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Programming Devices and Support SoftwareSection 1-4
Routing Tables (See page 86)
Routing tables are set using the Support Software to specify paths for sending
and receiving data between networks. The routing tables consist of the following two tables.
• Local Network Table: Set the combination of unit numbers and network
addresses for each Communications Unit.
• Relay Network Table: Set the communications path between the sender
and receiver.
1-3-4Message Service
The SYSMAC LINK Units support SEND(90) and RECV(98) instructions for
reading data from and writing data to other node PLCs. The SYSMAC LINK
Units also support CMND(490) instructions for sending and receiving FINS
commands that control PLCs and CPU Bus Units. Using these instructions, it
is possible to control complicated functions without creating a communications program.
Refer to SECTION 6 Message Service for details.
1-3-5Remote Programming and Monitoring
Remote programming and monitoring can be performed between SYSMAC
LINK, Controller Link, and Ethernet Networks. A maximum of three levels of
network communications (including the local network) are supported.
Refer to SECTION 7 Remote Monitoring and Programming for details.
1-3-6RAS Functions
The SYSMAC LINK Unit supports RAS functions to help protect the network
and recover from errors.
Internode TestCommunications between the local node and a specified node within the net-
work can be tested. The test settings are made using the Support Software.
Broadcast TestAll the nodes within a specified network can be tested using the Support Soft-
ware broadcast test function.
Error Log
(See page 137)
Polling Node Backup
(See page 143)
Node Bypass
(See page 143)
If an error occurs in the Unit, the time of the error and the error contents are
logged in EEPROM within the Unit. The logged error information can be read
using the Support Software.
If an error occurs in the polling node, the Unit at another node automatically
becomes the polling node and rebuilds the network.
If a backup power supply is used with an Optical SYSMAC LINK System, any
node that goes down will be automatically bypassed, preventing the entire
network from going down.
1-4Programming Devices and Support Software
The CX-Programmer is needed to use a SYSMAC LINK Network.
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Programming Devices and Support SoftwareSection 1-4
1-4-1Basic Programming
One of the following Programming Devices can be connected to the CPU Unit
to automatically set data links or use the message service.
The following operations are possible.
1-4-2CX-Programmer
The CX-Net operations within the CX-Programmer are required when using
manually set data links, or when setting or monitoring detailed settings of the
SYSMAC LINK Unit. This Support Software can be used with a CS-series
PLC and is ideal for the following applications.
Programming
Console
Startup node
or
CPU Unit
SYSMAC LINK
+
CX-Programmer
IBM PC/AT or
compatible
• Selecting manual or automatic setting for data links.
• Setting the data links for automatic data link allocation (software
switches).
• Starting/stopping data links (Start Bit: ON/OFF)
• Programming the message service.
• Reading (monitoring) network status.
• Setting manual data links (i.e., creating and storing data link tables).
• Starting/stopping data links.
• Reading (monitoring) network status.
• Reading error logs.
• Setting routing tables.
• Testing the Network.
• Changing network parameters.
Software switches (DM Area)
Using a Personal Computer as a Peripheral Device
IBM PC/AT or
compatible
Setting data link tables
+
CX-Net in
CX-Programmer
Transmissions
CS-series PLC
Nodes
RS-232C
SYSMAC
LINK Unit
CPU Unit
9
Data Link ProceduresSection 1-5
Using a Personal Computer as a Node
CX-Net in
CX-Programmer
IBM PC/AT or compatible
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SYSMAC LINK
Support Board
Setting data link tables
SoftwareExternal
CX-ProgrammerWS02-CX@@E
Note(1) The CS-series SYSMAC LINK Units cannot be directly connected to
SYSMAC Support Software.
(2) For further details about the CX-Programmer, refer to the CX-Program-
mer Operation Manual.
(3) The CX-Net in the CX-Programmer cannot set data link tables for the
C200H-SLK21 or C1000H-SLK21. Refer to
or C1000H-SLK21
1-5Data Link Procedures
1-5-1Manually Setting Data Links
When the data link mode is set for manual data link table creation, the data
link tables can be input using the CX-Net within the CX-Programmer. Use the
following procedure.
1,2,3...1. Install and wire the Units.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
a. Mount the Units to
the PLCs.
b. Wire the Network. ---All nodes19
c. Connect terminat-
ing resistance
Model
appearance
9-3 Using the C200H-SLK21
for details.
---All nodes18
Use C100H-TER01
Te r m i n a to r .
Coaxial systems only.
End nodes on the net-
work: Connect Terminator
10
2. Prepare for communications.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
a. Set the unit num-
ber.
b. Set the node
address.
Use the front rotary
switches.
Use the front rotary
switches.
CS-series, CVM1, and
CV-series PLCs only
All nodes
18
Data Link ProceduresSection 1-5
3. Turn ON the power to the PLC.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
Turn ON the power to
the PLC.
4. Connect the Programming Device.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
Connect the Programming Console or Support Software.
5. Create I/O tables.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
Input the I/O tables.Use the SYSMAC
6. Set the data link mode.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
Set data link mode to
manual.
---All nodes---
Use the special connection cable.
Support Software or
Programming Console.
Use the SYSMAC
Support Software or
Programming Console.
CS-series, CVM1, and
CV-series PLCs
CS-series, CVM1, and
CV-series PLCs only
Data link startup node
only
The node that is used
to start the data link is
called the startup
node. It is necessary
to decide beforehand
which node will be the
startup node.
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---
45
Note Be sure that the data link mode in the data link parameters in the DM
Area is set to 00 when using manually set data links.
7. Register the data link tables by making the following settings for each
node.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
First data link status wordUse the CX-Net
Data link nodes
Area 1First data link sta-
tus words
Numbers of data
link words
Area 2First data link sta-
tus words
Numbers of data
link words
within the CX-Programmer.
All nodes within the
network
Delete from the data
link tables all nodes
that are not in a data
link.
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Note Offsets are used to control where data is placed within the receive ar-
ea.
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Data Link ProceduresSection 1-5
8. Start the data links.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
Start the data links.Switch the Data link
Start/Stop Bit (see
below) from OFF to
ON using either the
Programming Device,
the user program, the
CX-Net within the CXProgrammer.
Note (a) Data link Start/Stop Bit (N= unit number):
CS Series: Word 0 of DM30000 + 100
(b) The data links will not start if there is an error in the data link ta-
bles in the startup node.
9. Stop the data links.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
Stop the data links.Switch the Data link
Start/Stop Bit (listed
below) from OFF to
ON using either the
Programming Device,
the user program, the
CX-Net within the CXProgrammer.
Data link startup node
(The Start Bit can be
turned ON in more
then one node to
make sure the data
links start even when
the startup node is
down.)
× N
Any node that is active
in the data link
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55, 67
Note Data link Start/Stop Bit (N= unit number):
CS Series: Word 0 of DM30000 + 100
1-5-2Automatically Setting Data Links
Data link tables can be automatically created by setting the data link mode to
automatic data link table creation. Use the following procedure.
1,2,3...1. Install and wire the Units.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
a. Mount the Units to
the PLCs.
b. Wire the Network. ---All nodes19
c. Connect terminat-
ing resistance
2. Prepare for communications.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
a. Set the unit num-
ber.
b. Set the node
address.
3. Turn ON the power to the PLC.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
Turn ON the power to
the PLC.
× N
---All nodes18
Use C100H-TER01
Te r m i n a to r .
Use the front rotary
switches.
Use the front rotary
switches.
---All nodes---
Coaxial systems only.
End nodes on the net-
work: Connect Terminator
CS-series, CVM1, and
CV-series PLCs only
All nodes
18
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Data Link ProceduresSection 1-5
4. Connect the Programming Device.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
Connect the Programming Console or Support Software.
5. Create I/O tables.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
Create the I/O tables.Use the SYSMAC
6. Set the parameters for automatic data link creation.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
a. Set the data link
mode to automatic.
b. Set the number of
data link words.
Use the special connection cable.
Support Software or
Programming Console.
Use the SYSMAC
Support Software or
Programming Console.
CS-series, CVM1, and
CV-series PLCs only
CS-series, CVM1, and
CV-series PLCs only
Data link startup node
only
The node that is used to
start the data link is
called the startup node.
It is necessary to decide
beforehand which node
will be the startup node.
Data link startup node
only
8
---
45
7. Start the data links.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
Start the data links.Switch the Data link
Start/Stop Bit (listed
below) from OFF to
ON using either the
Programming Device,
or the user program.
Note Data link Start/Stop Bit (N= unit number):
CS Series: Word 0 of DM30000 + 100
8. Stop the data links.
ContentsMethodNodesPage
Stop the data links.Switch the Data link
Start/Stop Bit (listed
below) from OFF to
ON using either the
Programming Device,
or the user program.
Note (a) Data link Start/Stop Bit (N= unit number):
CS Series: Word 0 of DM30000 + 100
(b) The data links will not start if there is an error in the data link ta-
bles in the startup node. Data links can be started and stopped
using the CX-Net within the CX-Programmer.
Data link startup node
(The Start Bit can be
turned ON in more
then one node to
make sure the data
links start even when
the startup node is
down.)
× N
Any node that is active
in the data link
× N
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55, 67
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