Omron DeviceNet Safety NE1A-HDY01 Operation Manual

OPERATION MANUAL

Cat. No. Z921-E1-01

DeviceNet Safety
NE1A-HDY01

Mobile Console

DeviceNet Safety
NE1A-HDY01
Mobile Console Operation Manual

Produced April 2009

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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.

!WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or

moderate injury, or may result in serious injury or death. Additionally, there may be signifi­cant property damage.

!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 “PLC” means Programmable Controller.

Visual Aids

The following headings appear in the left column of the manual to help you locate different types of
information.

IMPORTANT Indicates important information on what to do or not to do to prevent failure to

operation, malfunction, or undesirable effects on product performance.

Note Indicates information of particular interest for efficient and convenient opera-

tion of the product.

1,2,3... 1. Indicates lists of one sort or another, such as procedures, checklists, etc.

Indicates a general CAUTION or WARNING precaution for which there is no spec­ified symbol.

Indicates the risk of explosion under specific conditions.

Indicates general prohibitions for which there is no specific symbol.

Indicates general mandatory actions for which there is no specific symbol.

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Trademarks and Copyrights

DeviceNet, DeviceNet Safety, EtherNet/IP, EtherNet/IP Safety, CIP, and CIP Safety are registered
trademarks of the ODVA.

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Other product names and company names in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of

their respective companies.

 OMRON, 2009

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OMRON.

No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Moreover, because OMRON is con­stantly striving to improve its high-quality products, the information contained in this manual is subject to change without
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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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xv

1 Intended Audience. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi

2 General Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi

3 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xviii

4 Precautions for Safe Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xx

5 Precautions for Correct Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxi

6 Regulations and Standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxi

7 Checking the Contents of the Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxii

8 Definition of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxii

SECTION 1

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1-1 Overview of Mobile Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

1-2 Part Names and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

1-3 Control Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

1-4 Stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

1-5 External Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

1-6 Starting and Stopping the Mobile Console and Standby Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

1-7 Using the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

1-8 Using the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

1-9 Replacing the Clock Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

1-10 Attaching the Hand Strap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

SECTION 2

Screen Names and Console Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

2-1 Screen Names and Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

2-2 Console Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

SECTION 3

Online Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

3-1 Basic Online Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

3-2 Reading Device Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

3-3 Replacing a Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

3-4 Uploading Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

3-5 Downloading Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

3-6 Resetting a Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

3-7 Changing the Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

3-8 Locking/Unlocking Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

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SECTION 4

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

4-1 Mobile Console Ratings and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

4-2 Battery Pack Ratings and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

4-3 Charger Ratings and Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

4-4 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Revision History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

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About this Manual:

This manual describes the NE1A-HDY01 DeviceNet Safety Mobile Console (called simply the Mobile
Console in this manual). Please read this manual carefully and be sure you understand the information
provided before attempting to use the Mobile Console. Be sure to read the precautions provided in the
following section.

The Mobile Console features easy operation by tapping a touch screen with a stylus. It is a portable
maintenance terminal that can be used for maintaining NE0A/NE1A-series Controllers and DST1­series Safety I/O Terminals.

The following manuals provide information on the DeviceNet and DeviceNet Safety.

DeviceNet Safety Mobile Console Operation Manual (this manual) (Z921)

This manual describes the specifications, functions, and operating procedures of the Mobile Console.

DeviceNet Safety NE0A Series Safety Network Controller Operation Manual (Z916)

This manual describes the specifications, functions, and operating procedures of the NE0A-series
Safety Network Controllers.

DeviceNet Safety NE1A Series Safety Network Controller Operation Manual (Z906)

This manual describes the specifications, functions, and operating procedures of the NE1A-series
Controllers.

DeviceNet Safety System Configuration Manual (Z905)

This manual explains how to configure the DeviceNet Safety system using the Network Configurator.

DeviceNet Safety I/O Terminal Operation Manual (Z904)

This manual describes the models, specifications, functions, and operating procedures of the DST1
Series.

EtherNet/IP-DeviceNet Router Operation Manual (Z912)

This manual describes the specifications, functions, and operating procedures of the EtherNet/IP­DeviceNet Router.

DeviceNet Operation Manual (W267)

This manual describes the construction and connection of a DeviceNet network. It provides detailed
information on the installation and specifications of cables, connectors, and other peripheral equip­ment used in the network, and on the supply of communications power. Obtain this manual and gain a
firm understanding of its contents before using a DeviceNet network.

CS/CJ Series DeviceNet Units Operation Manual (W380)

This manual describes basic setup and standard communications using CS/CJ-series DeviceNet
Units.

!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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Read and Understand this Manual

Please read and understand this manual before using the product. Please consult your OMRON
representative if you have any questions or comments.

Warranty and Limitations of Liability

WARRANTY

OMRON's exclusive warranty is that the products are free from defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of one year (or other period if specified) from date of sale by OMRON.

OMRON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING NON­INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE
PRODUCTS. ANY BUYER OR USER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE BUYER OR USER ALONE HAS
DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCTS WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THEIR
INTENDED USE. OMRON DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

OMRON SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
LOSS OF PROFITS OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE PRODUCTS,
WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR STRICT
LIABILITY.

In no event shall the responsibility of OMRON for any act exceed the individual price of the product on which
liability is asserted.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OMRON BE RESPONSIBLE FOR WARRANTY, REPAIR, OR OTHER CLAIMS
REGARDING THE PRODUCTS UNLESS OMRON'S ANALYSIS CONFIRMS THAT THE PRODUCTS
WERE PROPERLY HANDLED, STORED, INSTALLED, AND MAINTAINED AND NOT SUBJECT TO
CONTAMINATION, ABUSE, MISUSE, OR INAPPROPRIATE MODIFICATION OR REPAIR.

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Application Considerations

SUITABILITY FOR USE

OMRON shall not be responsible for conformity with any standards, codes, or regulations that apply to the
combination of products in the customer's application or use of the products.

At the customer's request, OMRON will provide applicable third party certification documents identifying
ratings and limitations of use that apply to the products. This information by itself is not sufficient for a
complete determination of the suitability of the products in combination with the end product, machine,
system, or other application or use.

The following are some examples of applications for which particular attention must be given. This is not
intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible uses of the products, nor is it intended to imply that the uses
listed may be suitable for the products:

• Outdoor use, uses involving potential chemical contamination or electrical interference, or conditions or
uses not described in this manual.

• Nuclear energy control systems, combustion systems, railroad systems, aviation systems, medical
equipment, amusement machines, vehicles, safety equipment, and installations subject to separate
industry or government regulations.

• Systems, machines, and equipment that could present a risk to life or property.

Please know and observe all prohibitions of use applicable to the products.

NEVER USE THE PRODUCTS FOR AN APPLICATION INVOLVING SERIOUS RISK TO LIFE OR
PROPERTY WITHOUT ENSURING THAT THE SYSTEM AS A WHOLE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO
ADDRESS THE RISKS, AND THAT THE OMRON PRODUCTS ARE PROPERLY RATED AND INSTALLED
FOR THE INTENDED USE WITHIN THE OVERALL EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM.

PROGRAMMABLE PRODUCTS

OMRON shall not be responsible for the user's programming of a programmable product, or any
consequence thereof.

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Disclaimers

CHANGE IN SPECIFICATIONS

Product specifications and accessories may be changed at any time based on improvements and other
reasons.

It is our practice to change model numbers when published ratings or features are changed, or when
significant construction changes are made. However, some specifications of the products may be changed
without any notice. When in doubt, special model numbers may be assigned to fix or establish key
specifications for your application on your request. Please consult with your OMRON representative at any
time to confirm actual specifications of purchased products.

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Dimensions and weights are nominal and are not to be used for manufacturing purposes, even when
tolerances are shown.

PERFORMANCE DATA

Performance data given in this manual is provided as a guide for the user in determining suitability and does
not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of OMRON's test conditions, and the users must
correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual performance is subject to the OMRON Warranty and
Limitations of Liability.

ERRORS AND OMISSIONS

The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate; however, no
responsibility is assumed for clerical, typographical, or proofreading errors, or omissions.

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PRECAUTIONS

1 Intended Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi

2 General Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi

3 Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xviii

4 Precautions for Safe Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx

5 Precautions for Correct Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxi

6 Regulations and Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxi

7 Checking the Contents of the Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxii

8 Definition of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxii

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Intended Audience 1

1 Intended Audience

This manual is intended for the following personnel, who must have knowl­edge of electrical systems (an electrical engineer or the equivalent).

• Personnel in charge of introducing FA and safety systems into production
facilities

• Personnel in charge of designing FA and safety systems

• Personnel in charge of managing FA facilities

• Personnel who have the qualifications, authority, and obligation to provide
safety during each of the following product phases: mechanical design,
installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal

2 General 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 Heed the following items during system configuration to ensure that safety-

related components are configured in a manner that allows the system func­tions to operate sufficiently.

• Risk Assessment

The proper use of safety devices described in this Manual as it relates to
installation conditions and mechanical performance and functions is a pre­requisite for their use. When selecting or using a safety device, risk assess­ment must be conducted with the aim of identifying potential danger factors
in equipment or facilities in which the safety device is to be applied, during
the development stage of the equipment or facilities. Suitable safety devic­es must be selected under the guidance of a sufficient risk assessment
system. An insufficient risk assessment system may lead to the selection
of unsuitable safety devices.

• Typical related international standards: ISO 14121, Safety of Machin­ery -- Principles of Risk Assessment

• Safety Measures

When using safety devices to build systems containing safety-related com­ponents for equipment or facilities, the system must be designed with the
full understanding of and conformance to international standards, such as
those listed below, and/or standards in related industries.

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General Precautions 2

• Typical related international standards: ISO 12100, Safety of Machin­ery -- Basic Concepts and General Principles for Design
IEC 61508, Safety Standard for Safety Instrumented Systems (Func­tional Safety of Electrical/Electronic/Programmable Electronic Safety­related Systems)

• Role of Safety Device

The safety devices are provided with safety functions and mechanisms as
stipulated in relevant standards, but suitable designs must be used to allow
these functions and mechanisms to operate properly inside system con­structions containing safety-related components. Build systems that en­able these functions and mechanisms to perform properly, based on a full
understanding of their operation.

• Typical related international standards: ISO 14119, Safety of Machin­ery -- Interlocking Devices Associated with Guards -- Principles of De­sign and Selection

• Installation of Safety Device

The construction and installation of systems with safety-related compo­nents for equipment or facilities must be performed by technicians who
have received suitable training.

• Typical related international standards: ISO 12100, Safety of Machin­ery -- Basic Concepts and General Principles for Design

• Complying with Laws and Regulations

The safety devices conform to the relevant regulations and standards, but
make sure that they are used in compliance with local regulations and
standards for the equipment or facilities in which they are applied.

• Typical related international standards: IEC 60204, Safety of Machin­ery -- Electrical Equipment of Machines

• Observing Precautions for Use

When putting the selected safety devices to actual use, heed the specifi­cations and precautions in this Manual and those in the Operation Manuals
that comes with the products. Using the products in a manner that deviates
from these specifications and precautions will lead to unexpected failures
in equipment or devices, and to damages that result from such failures,
due to insufficient operating functions in safety-related components.

• Moving or Transferring Devices or Equipment

When moving or transferring devices or equipment, be sure to include this
Manual to ensure that the person to whom the device or equipment is be­ing moved or transferred will be able to operate the system properly.

• Typical related international standards: ISO 12100, Safety of Machin­ery -- Basic Concepts and General Principles for Design
IEC 61508, Safety Standard for Safety Instrumented Systems (Func­tional Safety of Electrical/Electronic/Programmable Electronic Safety­related Systems)

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Safety Precautions 3

3 Safety Precautions

!WARNING

Serious personal injury or fire may occasionally occur due to leakage, rupture, combustion, or
heat generation. Use only the peripheral devices specified by OMRON.

• Battery Pack: RB-B2001A

• Charger: RB-C2001

• Power Cable: NE1A-BTCHG-JP
NE1A-BTCHG-EU (packed together)

Serious personal injury or fire may possibly occur due to rupture, combustion, or heat genera­tion. Observe the following precautions on the built-in lithium-ion battery and lithium battery.

• Do not use, place, or store the Product at high temperatures or in a location exposed to sun-

light.

• Do not heat the Product or expose it to fire.

• Do not allow the Product to be deformed by pressure or subjected to strong shock.

• When replacing the Battery Pack or the clock battery, do not allow the connection terminals to

come into contact with metal parts.

• Do not disassemble or modify the Product.

Serious personal injury or fire may occasionally occur due to rupture, combustion, or heat gen­eration. Do not attempt to charge the clock battery. It is a lithium primary battery.

Serious personal injury may occasionally occur due to electric shock, rupture, combustion, or
heat generation. Do not place the Product in water or operate it with wet hands.

Serious personal injury may possibly occur due to loss of safety functions. Observe the following
precautions.

• Do not use the NE1A-HDY01 Mobile Console directly or indirectly in applications for detecting

humans to ensure safety.

• Perform a user test before operating the system, and check to make sure that all the device

configuration data and operations are correct.

• After replacing a device, check to make sure that the replacement device is in the appropriate

configuration and is operating correctly

Serious personal injury or fire may possibly occur due to rupture, combustion, or heat genera­tion. Observe the following precautions.

• When carrying or storing the Battery Pack or the clock battery, insulate them with a material

such as tape to prevent metal parts from coming into contact with the Battery Pack connection
terminals.

• If any abnormality, such as smoke or an unusual odor or noise, occurs during operation, imme-

diately turn OFF the power switch and stop using the Product.

Personal injury may occasionally occur. Stop using the Product immediately if the touch screen
is damaged.

• If leaked fluid comes into contact with skin or clothing, immediately flush it thoroughly with

clean water.

• If leaked fluid comes into contact with the eyes or mouth, do not rub it. Flush thoroughly with

clean water and then consult a physician.

Personal injury may occasionally occur. Stop using the Product immediately if leaked fluid or an
unusual odor from the Battery Pack or clock battery is detected.

• If there are flames nearby, move the Product away from the flames. Failure to do so may result

in leaked fluid catching fire, causing rupture or combustion.

• If leaked fluid comes into contact with skin or clothing, immediately rinse it thoroughly with

clean water.

• If leaked fluid comes into contact with the eyes or mouth, do not rub it. Flush thoroughly with

clean water and then consult a physician.

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Safety Precautions 3

■ Warnings on RB-B2001A Battery Pack

■ Warnings on RB-C2001 Charger

!WARNING

Serious personal injury or fire may occasionally occur due to rupture, combustion, or heat gen­eration.

• Do not short-circuit the plus (+) and minus (−) terminals of the Battery Pack.

• Do not use, place, or store the Battery Pack in a location exposed to sunlight.

• Do not heat the Battery Pack or expose it to fire.

• Do not drop the Battery Pack or allow it to be subjected to severe shock.

Serious personal injury or fire may occasionally occur due to leakage, rupture, combustion, or
heat generation.

• Do not use a charger other than the one specified by OMRON for charging the Battery Pack.

• Do not disassemble or modify the Battery Pack.

• Do not use the Battery Pack with a device other than the NE1A-HDY01 Mobile Console.

• Do not place the Battery Pack in water or operate it with wet hands.

When carrying or storing the Battery Pack, insulate it with material, such as tape, to prevent
metal parts from coming into contact with the Battery Pack connection terminals. Failure to do
so may result in short-circuiting, occasionally causing serious personal injury or fire due to rup­ture, combustion, or heat generation.

Personal injury may occasionally occur.
If leakage or an unusual odor from the Battery Pack is detected, stop using the Battery Pack

immediately.

• If there are flames nearby, move the Battery Pack away from the flames. Failure to do so may

result in leaked fluid catching fire, causing rupture or combustion.

• If leaked fluid comes into contact with skin or clothing, immediately rinse it thoroughly with

clean water.

• If leaked fluid comes into contact with the eyes or mouth, do not rub it. Flush thoroughly with

clean water and then consult a physician.

!WARNING

If the charge indicator is flashing red, or if charging does not finish even though the specified
time has been exceeded, stop charging and remove the power plug from the outlet. Failure to do
so may occasionally result in serious personal injury or fire due to leakage, rupture, combustion,
or heat generation.

Using other devices may occasionally result in serious personal injury or fire due to leakage,
rupture, combustion, or heat generation.

Do not use the Charger for charging any Battery Pack other than the one specified by OMRON.

Serious personal injury may occasionally occur due to electric shock, rupture, combustion, or
heat generation. Do not place the Product in water or operate it with wet hands.

Serious personal injury may occasionally occur due to combustion, heat generation, or electric
shock. Observe the following precautions.

• When not charging, remove the power supply plug from the outlet.

• Do not damage the Charger power cable, modify it, place heavy objects on it, or bend it past its

natural bending radius.

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Precautions for Safe Use 4

4 Precautions for Safe Use

• Before Operation

When opening the package, perform a visual check for any damage. Light­ly shake the Product and listen for any unusual sounds.

• Storage and Operating Environments

Do not store or operate the Product in any of the following locations.

• 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 steam.

• Locations subject to corrosive or flammable gases

• Locations subject to dust (especially iron dust) or salts

• Locations subject to water, oil, or chemicals

• Locations subject to shock or vibration

Take appropriate and sufficient measures when installing systems in the
following locations. Inappropriate and insufficient measures may result in
malfunction.

• 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

The Mobile Console is a Class A product. It may cause radio interference
in residential areas, in which case the user may be required to take ade­quate measures to reduce interference.

• Power Supply

Do not connect the Charger to a power supply that exceeds the ratings.

• Periodic Inspections and Maintenance

Always turn OFF the power switch before installing or replacing the Battery
Pack or clock battery.

• Disposal

• When disposing of the Battery Pack or clock battery, insulate the plus
(+) and minus (

−) terminals of the battery with tape.

• Follow all local government regulations as applicable when disposing
of the Mobile Console and used batteries.

• The Battery Pack is a lithium-ion secondary battery. It can be recycled.

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Precautions for Correct Use 5

5 Precautions for Correct Use

Observe the following precautions in order to prevent Product failure, Product
malfunction, or adverse effects on the performance of the Product.

• Handling the Memory Card

Do not perform any of the following operations while the Memory Card is
being accessed. Doing so may cause data to be lost.

• Turning OFF the Mobile Console power switch

• Removing the Battery Pack

• Removing the Memory Card

• Handling the Touch Screen

• Use the enclosed stylus for touch screen operations. Using a sharp ob­ject may scratch the touch screen surface so that the screen cannot be
used for inputs.

• Do not press hard on or rub the touch screen surface. Doing so may
not only cause damage but may break the glass.

• Cleaning

Use a clean, dry cloth for cleaning. If dirt cannot be removed using a dry
cloth, dampen the cloth with a neutral cleaning solution, wring the cloth out
tightly, and then wipe the dirty section.

Never use benzene or thinner, or other volatile solvents or chemical cloths,
to clean the Product. Doing so may discolor the surface or cause damage.

6 Regulations and Standards

The NE1A-HDY01 has been determined to conform to the EC EMC Directive
by conforming to the following standards.

Certifying organization Standards

TÜV Rheinland IEC 61131-2

IEC 61000-6-4
CISPR 16-1-2
CISPR 16-2-1
CISPR 16-2-3

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Checking the Contents of the Package 7

7 Checking the Contents of the Package

■ NE1A-HDY01 Mobile Console

The following items should be included in the package. Check to make sure
that all of the items are included, and that there is no leakage or damage.

• Defective Display Pixels

The liquid-crystal panel has been made using very advanced technology,
but there may be defective display pixels that produce gaps or bright points
(points that remain lit) on the display. This is an inherent aspect of liquid
crystals and does not indicate any product failure. We do our utmost to
minimize defective display pixels, but with current manufacturing technolo­gy, it is impossible to eliminate them completely.

■ Charger and Battery Set NE1A-BTCHG-JP (for Japan)/NE1A-BTCHG-EU

(for Europe)

■ RB-B2001A Replacement Battery Pack

8 Definition of Terms

The following terms are used in describing the NE1A-HDY01.

Name Description Quantity

Mobile Console NE1A-HDY01 1
Hand strap 1
Instruction Sheet 1
SYSMAC ID registration card (Japanese) 1
SYSMAC ID registration card (English) 1
Address sheet 1

Name Description Quantity

Charger RB-C2001 1
Battery Pack RB-B2001A 1
Power Cable Power cable for the specified destination 1
Instruction Sheet 1

Name Description Quantity

Battery Pack RB-B2001A 1
Instruction Sheet 1

Term Definition

Mobile Console A portable terminal that is used to perform maintenance for

Safety Network Controllers and Safety I/O Terminals. “Mobile

Console” is the name of OMRON’s NE1A-HDY01.
Battery Pack The RB-B2001A Lithium-ion Battery Pack.
Network Configurator A software application that is used to build, set, and manage

DeviceNet, DeviceNet Safety, and EtherNet/IP networks.

“Network Configurator” is the name of OMRON’s WS02-

CFSC-J/E.
Safety Refers to devices, functions, or data for which special safety

measures for use in safety controls have been implemented.
Standard Refers to devices, functions, or data for Standard applica-

tions. “Standard” is used to distinguish Standard Devices,

functions, or data from those for which special safety mea-

sures for use in safety controls have been implemented.

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Definition of Terms 8

Safety Network Con­troller

A controller that supports Safety Networks and has a high

reliability for use in safety controls. “Safety Network Control-

ler” is the name of the Controllers in OMRON's NE0A Series,

NE1A Series, and other series.
Standard Program-

mable Controller
(Standard PLC)

A Programmable Controller (PLC) that is used for Standard

Controls. “Standard PLC” is used to distinguish a PLC for

Standard Controls from a PLC for Safety Controls.
Safety I/O Terminal A Remote I/O Terminal for use in safety controls. “Safety I/O

Terminal” is the name of the terminals in OMRON's DST1

Series.
Remote I/O Terminal A Remote I/O Terminal for use in Standard Controls.
Safety Input device An input device for which special measures for use in safety

controls have been implemented. Emergency stop switches

and safety door switches are examples of Safety Input

devices.
Safety Output device An output device for which special measures for use in safety

controls have been implemented. Safety relays are an exam-

ple of a Safety Output device.
locking the configura-

tion/device

A configuration (device) is locked to indicate that the suitabil-

ity of downloaded Safety Parameters has been verified by the

user in system testing. Locking the configuration (device) pro-

tects the data saved in the device. The configuration data can

be changed by unlocking the configuration (device).
safety signature A certification for configuration data transferred to a device

from the Network Configurator. The safety signature is used

by the device to verify that the configuration data is correct.

Term Definition

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1

SECTION 1

Introduction

The section provides an overview of the Mobile Console, describes its parts and functions, describes basic operating
procedures, and provides hardware handling procedures. Read this section before you attempt to use the Mobile Console.

1-1 Overview of Mobile Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

1-1-1 Mobile Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

1-1-2 Mobile Console Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1-1-3 Differences with Network Configurator Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

1-2 Part Names and Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

1-2-1 Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

1-2-2 Rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

1-3 Control Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

1-3-1 Control Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

1-3-2 Power Mode Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

1-3-3 Character Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

1-3-4 Function Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

1-4 Stylus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

1-4-1 Stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

1-5 External Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

1-5-1 External Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

1-6 Starting and Stopping the Mobile Console and Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . 13

1-6-1 Starting and Stopping the Mobile Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

1-6-2 Standby Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

1-6-3 Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

1-7 Using the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

1-7-1 Replacing the Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

1-7-2 Charging the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

1-8 Using the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

1-8-1 Inserting the Memory Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

1-8-2 Removing the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

1-9 Replacing the Clock Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

1-9-1 Replacing the Clock Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

1-10 Attaching the Hand Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

1-10-1 Strap Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

1-10-2 Attaching the Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Overview of Mobile Console Section 1-1

1-1 Overview of Mobile Console

This section gives an overview of the Mobile Console.

1-1-1 Mobile Console

The Mobile Console is a mobile maintenance terminal for DeviceNet Safety
Networks. It can be connected to Safety Devices on the DeviceNet Safety
Network using a USB cable to monitor individual devices and to support
replacing devices. The user interface features a lightweight, compact body
and an easy touch screen so that work can be carried out standing up, mak­ing it useful for identifying the location of device errors using the monitoring
function and reducing the time required for maintenance, such as replacing
devices. The Mobile Console is perfect for maintenance work onsite where a
laptop cannot easily be brought in.

Application Range of Mobile Console on the DeviceNet Safety Network

Application Range of Mobile Console

Devices in the following range can be maintained with the Mobile Console
when it is connected to the Safety Network Controller.

Connectable DeviceNet Safety Devices

Devices in the following series can be maintained by using the Mobile Con­sole.

DeviceNet Safety Network to which the
Safety Network Controller is connected

EtherNet/IP­DeviceNet Router

• NE1A-EDR01

Safety Network Controller

• NE1A Series

• NE0A Series

Application Range of Mobile Console

Mobile Console

• NE1A-HDY01

DeviceNet Network connect­ed to a Standard PLC

Monitoring operation of
individual devices
Replacing devices
Other operations

USB cable

Standard PLC and Master

Safety I/O Communications

Standard I/O Communications

Safety I/O
Terminals

• DST1 Series

Safety Network
Controller

• NE1A Series

• NE0A Series

Standard Slave

Series Model

NE1A Series NE1A-SCPU01

NE1A-SCPU01-V1 (unit version 1.0 or 2.0)
NE1A-SCPU02 (unit version 1.0 or 2.0)

NE0A Series NE0A-SCPU01

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Overview of Mobile Console Section 1-1

Note Ethernet/IP-DeviceNet Routers, Standard PLCs, Standard Mas-

ters, and Standard Slaves are not in the application range of the
Mobile Console.

Features of the Mobile Console

Easy Operation with a Touch Screen

Operating the Mobile Console is perform simply by tapping the touch screen
with a stylus.

Compatible with DeviceNet Safety Devices

The Mobile Console is compatible with NE0A/NE1A-SCPU Safety Network
Controllers as well as DST1-series Safety I/O Terminals.

Affinity with the Network Configurator

The Mobile Console uses device parameter files (*.dvf) created by the Net­work Configurator. Device parameter files can be downloaded to the Safety
Network Controllers and Safety I/O Terminals.

Display of Errors and Countermeasures

The status of and countermeasures for errors are displayed in a dialog box.

DST1 Series DST1-ID12SL-1

DST1-MD16SL-1
DST1-MRD08SL-1
DST1-XD0808SL-1

Series Model

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Overview of Mobile Console Section 1-1

1-1-2 Mobile Console Functions

Function name Icon Description Reference

Monitor Displays the connected device's I/O terminal status. Errors occur-

ring at the connected device will be displayed on the Maintenance
Tab Page.

3-2-2

Device Status Displays the device status as well as information on alarms and

warnings. Errors occurring at the connected device will be dis­played on the Maintenance Tab Page.

3-2-3

Change Target This function is used to change the connected device. 3-1-3

Error History Displays the error history of the connected device. Errors occur-

ring at the connected device will be displayed on the Maintenance
Tab Page.

3-2-4

Upload Uploads parameters from the connected device and saves them

to the Memory Card.

3-4

Device Property Displays the properties of the connected device. 3-2-5

Download Device parameters copied to the Memory Card are downloaded to

the connected device.

3-5

Replace Device Device parameters uploaded from the connected device are

downloaded after replacing the device.
This function cannot be used if a system error occurs due to a

fatal hardware error in the device that is being replaced.

3-3

Change Mode Changes the operating mode of the connected device. 3-7

Lock
Unlock

Locks or unlocks the connected device. 3-8

Reset Resets the connected device. 3-6

DeviceNet Safety System Functions (Online Functions)

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Overview of Mobile Console Section 1-1

Note Refer to 3-2-6 Saving the Screen Image for information on saving the screen

image showing monitor results (Fn + F2 Keys).

Monitor Settings Sets the time interval for refreshing data displayed by the monitor

function.

2-2-1

Brightness The brightness of the screen can be selected from three levels. 2-2-2

Memory Card Format This function is used to format a Memory Card. 2-2-3

Date/Time This function is used to set the date and time. 2-2-4

Stylus This function is used to set the double-tap speed and to calibrate

the touch screen.

2-2-5

Power Management This function is used to set the power saving features. 2-2-6

Language This function is used to set the language used by the Mobile Con-

sole.

2-2-7

Version Displays the Mobile Console version information. 2-2-8

Function name Icon Description Reference

Console Settings

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Overview of Mobile Console Section 1-1

1-1-3 Differences with Network Configurator Functions

The differences between the Mobile Console and Network Configurator func­tions are outlined in the following table.

OK: Possible, ---: Not possible

Item Mobile Console Network Configurator

Controllable DeviceNet Safety Devices • NE1A-SCPU Series

• NE0A Series

• DST1 Series

• NE1A-SCPU Series

• NE0A Series

• DST1 Series

Managed files *.dvf (device parameter files) created by

Network Configurator

*.ncf (network configuration files)

File memory Memory Card only Saved in computer
Changing target connection OK

(Target connection can be changed
within same network)

OK (Change network)
Select Change Connect Network from

the Network Menu.

Parameters Upload OK (by device) OK

Download OK (by device)

Verification executed at the same time.

OK

Compare --- OK
Lock, Unlock OK

Verification executed at the same time.

OK

Edit --- OK
Read OK (by device) OK

Save OK (by device) OK
Creating and editing programs --- OK
Monitoring (Monitor, Device Status,

Device Property)

OK OK

Device replacement (Automatic
upload/download function)

OK ---

Resetting OK OK
Changing the mode OK OK
Changing passwords --- OK

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Part Names and Functions Section 1-2

1-2 Part Names and Functions

1-2-1 Front

1 LCD panel The LCD panel is a touch screen that can be used with the

stylus. Refer to 2-1-1 Main Window for the screen names.
2 Control keys Refer to 1-3 Control Keys.
3 Power switch Refer to 1-6-1 Starting and Stopping the Mobile Console.
4 Power status indicator Refer to 1-6-3 Status Indicators.
5 Battery charge indicator Refer to 1-6-3 Status Indicators.
6 Stylus This is a pen for tapping the touch screen to navigate the con-

trols. Refer to 1-4 Stylus.
7 Stylus holder The stylus can be stored in the holder when it is not being

used.
8 Memory Card slot The Memory Card is inserted in this slot. Refer to 1-8 Using

the Memory Card.
9 USB port The USB port is used to connect the Mobile Console to an

NE0A/NE1A-series Safety Network Controller. Refer to 1-5-1

External Connectors.
10 LAN port This port is for future expansion. It cannot currently be used.

1. LCD panel

2. Control keys

3. Power switch

4. Power status indicator

5. Battery charge indicator

6. Stylus

7. Stylus holder

8. Memory Card slot

9. USB port

10. LAN port (for future expansion)

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Part Names and Functions Section 1-2

1-2-2 Rear

1 Battery cover Covers the rechargeable battery pack.
2 Lock lever Locks the battery cover.
3 Clock battery cover Covers the clock battery.
4 Strap hooks Used to attach the hand strap.

2. Lock lever

3. Clock battery cover

4. Strap hook

1. Battery cover

4. Strap hoo

k

4. Strap hook

9

Control Keys Section 1-3

1-3 Control Keys

1-3-1 Control Keys

1-3-2 Power Mode Key

The Mobile Console has two standby modes to reduce the rate of consump­tion of charge of the battery pack. The standby modes are the Suspended
Mode and the Deep Sleep Mode. Refer to 1-6-2 Standby Modes for details.

The Power Mode Key can be used to enter or exit the standby modes.

1-3-3 Character Keys

You can switch between the following character input modes using the NUM/
CHARA Key.

• Number mode

• Alphabet and symbol mode

Multiple characters are assigned to one key for the alphabet and symbol input
mode. Press the key a number of times until the desired character is dis­played.

Power mode key

Character keys

Function keys

Purpose Procedure

To enter suspended mode Hold down the Power Mode Key.
To enter deep sleep mode Leave the Mobile Console in Suspended Mode for the

set time (15 min max.)

To return from suspended
or deep sleep mode

Press the Power Mode Key.

Key Number mode Alphabet and symbol mode

1 @!& 1 @ → ! → & → % → | →? → $ → \
2 abc 2 a → b → c → A → B → C
3 def 3 d → e → f → D → E → F
4 ghi 4 g → h → i → G → H → I

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Control Keys Section 1-3

1-3-4 Function Keys

Print Screen: Fn + F2

The current display on the LCD screen can be converted to an image file and
saved to the Memory Card. The image will be saved with the date and time as
the file name.

IMPORTANT The Mobile Console cannot access image files saved to the Memory Card.

Use a computer to access the image files.

5 jkl 5 j → k → l → J → K → L
6 mno 6 m → n → o → M → N → O
7 pqrs 7 p → q → r → s → P → Q → R → S
8 tuv 8 t → u → v → T → U → V
9 wxyz 9 w → x → y → z → W → X → Y → Z
0 .,: 0 . → , → : → ; → " → ' → ` → _
* +/- * + → / → - → = → ^ → ~
# (< # ( → ) → [ → ] → < → > → { → }

Key Number mode Alphabet and symbol mode

Key Function

ESC Escape
F1 Not used.
F2 Not used.
NUM/CHARA Changes the input mode. Refer to 1-3-3 Character Keys.
TA B Ta b
DEL Delete

↑ Move up
↓ Move down
→ Move right
← Move left

OK Enter
SPACE Space
Fn+F1 Not used.
Fn+F2 Print screen
Fn+↑ Page up
Fn+↓ Page down
Fn+Del Backspace

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Stylus Section 1-4

1-4 Stylus

1-4-1 Stylus

The Mobile Console has a stylus that can be stored in a special holder on the
back of the Console.

Note (1) Use the enclosed stylus for touch screen operations. Using a sharp object

may scratch the touch screen surface so that the screen cannot be used
for inputs.

(2) Do not press hard on or rub the touch screen surface. Doing so may not

only cause damage but may break the glass.

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External Connectors Section 1-5

1-5 External Connectors

The Mobile Console is equipped with a USB port for connection to external
devices. (It also has a LAN port that is for future expansion.)

1-5-1 External Connectors

To connect a USB cable, remove the protective cap covering the connector
and connect the cable.

USB Communications Connector

Connect the USB communications connector to the USB port of a NE1A­series Controller. USB version 1.1 is supported. Use a commercially available
USB cable.

IMPORTANT Make sure that the USB cable is less than 3 m.

LAN Connector

The LAN connector cannot be used. It will be used for future expansion.

LAN port (for future expansion)

Protective caps

USB port

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Starting and Stopping the Mobile Console and Standby Mode Section 1-6

1-6 Starting and Stopping the Mobile Console and Standby

Mode

1-6-1 Starting and Stopping the Mobile Console

The Mobile Console will start when the power switch is turned ON. It will stop
when the power switch is turned OFF.

1-6-2 Standby Modes

The Mobile Console has two standby modes to reduce the rate of consump­tion of charge in the battery pack. The standby modes are the Suspended
Mode and the Deep Sleep Mode.

Note (1) The battery holding time is the estimated maximum time that the Mobile

Console can hold the mode if the battery is fully charged. The actual time
will vary with the operating environment and the state of the battery.

(2) Refer to 2-2-6 Power Management Settings for the setting method.

IMPORTANT Turn OFF the power switch if the Mobile Console will not be used for a long

period of time.

ON

OFF

Power switch

Standby

mode

Description Setting method Recovery

method

Battery
holding time
(See note 1.)

Suspended
Mode

The Mobile Console is held in the
state it was before it was suspended.
It can be returned to the original state
quickly.

1. Hold down the Power Mode Key
or

2. Leave the Mobile Console with the
power turned ON for the set time
without using it (20 min max.).
(See note 2.)

Press the

Power
Mode Key

64 hours

Deep Sleep
Mode

Consumption of battery is even lower
than in Suspended Mode, however
the state of the Mobile Console will
not be held.

Leave the Mobile Console in Sus­pended Mode for the set time without
using it (15 min max.). (See note 2.)

Press the

Power
Mode Key

1,000 hours

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Starting and Stopping the Mobile Console and Standby Mode Section 1-6

1-6-3 Status Indicators

The power supply mode and amount of charge left in the main battery can be
checked using LED indicators.

Power Mode

The power mode can be identified according to the combination of the power
status indicator and the battery charge indicator.

Battery Power

The color of the battery charge indicator changes with the amount of charge
left in the battery pack. A message will be displayed saying that the remaining
charge is low when the remaining charge falls below 10%.

Note The times are estimates and are provided only as guidelines. The

actual time will depend on the operating environment and operating
conditions.

Battery charge indicator

Power status indicator

Status Power status indicator Battery charge indicator

Power ON Lit Lit
Suspended Mode Not lit Lit
Deep Sleep Mode Not lit Not lit
Power OFF Not lit Not lit

Battery charge

indicator

Battery power Notes

Green indicator Approx. 70% to 100% --­Orange indicator Approx. 30% to 70% To continue using the Mobile Console,

replace the battery. After an orange indi­cator, the battery will be exhausted after
about 3.5 hours. (See note.)

Red indicator Approx. 0% to 30% Immediately replace the battery. After a

red indicator, the battery will be
exhausted after about 1 hour. (See note.)

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Using the Battery Pack Section 1-7

1-7 Using the Battery Pack

The RB-B2001A Battery Pack must be used.

IMPORTANT Make sure that the power switch is turned OFF before you install or replace

the battery pack.

1-7-1 Replacing the Battery Pack

1,2,3... 1. Turn OFF the power switch.

2. Slide the lock lever on the back in the direction indicated by the arrow to
unlock the battery cover.

3. Lightly press the grip section of the battery cover and slide it in the direction
indicated by the arrow to remove it.

4. Pull out the battery stopper.

5. Slide the battery pack in the direction indicated by the arrow to remove it.

Lock leve

r

(1)

(2)

Battery stopper

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Using the Battery Pack Section 1-7

6. Insert a charged battery pack and slide it in the direction indicated by the
arrow.

7. Place the battery stopper firmly in place.

8. Replace the battery cover.

9. Slide the lock lever in the direction indicated by the arrow to lock the battery
cover.

(2)

(1)

(1)

(2)

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Using the Battery Pack Section 1-7

1-7-2 Charging the Battery

The battery must be charged when using the Mobile Console for the first time
or if it has not been used for a long time

1,2,3... 1. Insert the cable into the charger.

2. Insert the AC plug of the cable into an AC socket.

3. Insert the battery pack into the charger. The charger indicator will turn ON
when charging starts.

4. Charging the battery has been completed when the green indicator turns
ON.

Note The battery takes approximately 3 hours to recharge depending on the oper-

ating environment, operating conditions, and the state of the battery.

IMPORTANT Make sure that the temperature is between 0 and 40

°C, that the humidity is

between 20% and 85%, and that there is no condensation. The battery may
not charge fully in conditions outside these ranges. It may also damage the
battery pack.

IMPORTANT The capacity of the battery reduces to approximately 60% of its original state

after recharging it 300 times. Replace the Battery Pack if the charge only lasts
for a short time.

Charger indicator

Charger Indicator

: Lit : Flashing : Not lit

Color Status Meaning

--- Battery is not inserted.

Green Charging complete

Red Charging

Error

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Using the Battery Pack Section 1-7

IMPORTANT When disposing of the Battery Pack, insulate the plus (+) and minus (−) termi-

nals of the battery with tape.

• Follow all local government regulations as applicable when disposing of
the Battery Pack.

• The Battery Pack is a lithium-ion secondary battery. Please recycle it.

!WARNING

If the charge indicator is flashing red, or if charging does not finish even though
the specified time has been exceeded, stop charging and remove the power
plug from the outlet. Failure to do so may occasionally result in serious per­sonal injury or fire due to leakage, rupture, combustion, or heat generation.

Using other devices may occasionally result in serious personal injury or fire
due to leakage, rupture, combustion, or heat generation.

Do not use the Charger for charging any Battery Pack other than the one spec­ified by OMRON.

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Using the Memory Card Section 1-8

1-8 Using the Memory Card

The following data is saved in the Memory Card.

• Data to be downloaded to or uploaded from connected devices.

• Images of the screen captured by the print screen function of the Mobile
Console.

Note Use the following OMRON Memory Cards.

• HMC-EF183 128 MB

• HMC-EF283 256 MB

• HMC-EF583 512 MB

1-8-1 Inserting the Memory Card

1,2,3... 1. Pull out the slot cover for the Memory Card on the Mobile Console.

2. Insert the Memory Card into the slot.

3. Return the slot cover to its original position.

Memory Car

d

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Using the Memory Card Section 1-8

1-8-2 Removing the Memory Card

1,2,3... 1. Pull out the slot cover on the Mobile Console for the Memory Card.

2. The eject lever will be extended if it is pressed in. Press it again to eject the
Memory Card.

3. Pull out the Memory Card by grabbing it with your fingers.

4. Close the slot cover.

Push

Push

Pull

Memory Card

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1-9 Replacing the Clock Battery

1-9-1 Replacing the Clock Battery

The Mobile Console uses a battery for the clock to keep the date and time set­tings when the battery pack is being replaced. If the clock settings are lost,
replace the clock battery with the following procedure.

1,2,3... 1. Remove the stylus.

2. Undo the two screws on the back of the Mobile Console using a Phillips
screwdriver. (Screw size: M2

× 8.)

3. Place your finger where the stylus is inserted and pull off the clock battery
cover.

4. Press the clock battery in the holder as if to insert it and then remove it.

Clock batter

y

2. Remove

1. Press in

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5. Place a new battery in the holder.

6. Replace the clock battery cover and secure it with the screws.

Clock Battery Model

Use a BR2032 Coin Lithium Battery as the clock battery.

IMPORTANT When disposing of the battery, insulate the plus (+) and minus (

−) terminals of

the battery with tape. Follow all local government regulations as applicable
when disposing of the battery.

Product specifications BR2032 Coin Type Lithium Battery

Voltage: 3 V
Dimensions: 20.0 (diameter) × 3.2 mm (thickness)

Recommended battery Panasonic Corporation model

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1-10 Attaching the Hand Strap

A strap can be attached to the Mobile Console for holding the Console. Attach
the strap to the strap hooks for either a left-hand or right-hand grip.

1-10-1 Strap Position

1-10-2 Attaching the Strap

1,2,3... 1. Thread the strap through the strap hooks for a left-hand or right-hand grip.

2. Fold the ends of the strap over the strap hooks and secure them with the
adjusters.

3. Adjust the length of the strap.

Strap hooks

Strap

Strap hooks

Holding in the Right Hand Holding in the Left Hand

Strap

Stra

p

hooks

Adjuster

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SECTION 2

Screen Names and Console Settings

This section describes the names of functions of elements on the Mobile Console screen and describes system settings for
the Mobile Console.

2-1 Screen Names and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

2-1-1 Main Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

2-1-2 Function Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

2-2 Console Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

2-2-1 Setting the Monitor Refresh Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

2-2-2 Adjusting the Brightness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

2-2-3 Formatting the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

2-2-4 Setting the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

2-2-5 Setting the Stylus Properties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

2-2-6 Power Management Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

2-2-7 Language Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

2-2-8 Displaying the Version Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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2-1 Screen Names and Functions

2-1-1 Main Window

When the Mobile Console power supply is turned ON, the Main Window will
be displayed on the screen. Icons for functions supported by the Mobile Con­sole and information about connected DeviceNet Safety Devices will be dis­played.

Main Window When Connected to A DeviceNet Safety Device

Main Window When Connected Online to a DeviceNet Safety Device

Connect Icon

Tap the Connect Icon
when connecting to the
USB port on another
device.

Function Menu

Tap an icon to execute a function.
If a device is not connected,
online functions will be displayed
in gray, as shown in this example.
They cannot be used.

Device Information

The node address and model of the connected
DeviceNet Safety Device is displayed. This information
is not displayed if a device is not connected.

Page

The current page number
of the Function Menu is
displayed.

Device Status

The status of the connected
device is indicated using
different colors.

Tap the Arrow Key to
scroll to the next page
of the Function Menu.

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2-1-2 Function Icons

Icon Function name Description Reference

Monitor Displays the connected device's I/O terminal status. Errors

occurring at the connected device will be displayed on the Main­tenance Tab Page.

3-2-2

Device Status Displays the device status as well as details of alarms and warn-

ings. Errors occurring at the connected device will be displayed
on the Maintenance Tab Page.

3-2-3

Change Target This function is used to change the connected device. 3-1-3

Error History Displays the error history of the connected device. Errors occur-

ring at the connected device will be displayed on the Mainte­nance Tab Page.

3-2-4

Upload Uploads parameters from the connected device and saves them

to the Memory Card.

3-4

Device Property Displays the properties of the connected device. 3-2-5

Download Device parameters copied to the Memory Card are downloaded

to the connected device.

3-5

Replace Device Device parameters uploaded from the connected device are

downloaded after replacing the device.
This function cannot be used if a system error occurs due to a

fatal hardware error in the device that is being replaced.

3-3

Change Mode Changes the operating mode of the connected device. 3-7

Lock
Unlock

Locks or unlocks the connected device. 3-8

Reset Resets the connected device. 3-6

DeviceNet Safety System Functions (Online Functions)

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Note Refer to 3-2-6 Saving the Screen Image for information on saving the screen

image showing monitor results (Fn + F2 Keys).

Monitor Settings Sets the time interval for refreshing data displayed by the monitor

function.

2-2-1

Brightness The brightness of the screen can be selected from three levels 2-2-2

Memory Card
Format

This function is used to format a Memory Card. 2-2-3

Date/Time This function is used to set the date and time. 2-2-4

Stylus This function is used to set the double-tap speed and to calibrate

the touch screen.

2-2-5

Power Manage­ment

This function is used to set the power saving features. 2-2-6

Language This function is used to set the language used by the Mobile

Console.

2-2-7

Version Displays the Mobile Console version information. 2-2-8

Icon Function name Description Reference

Console Settings

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2-2 Console Settings

Set the Mobile Console using the functions on pages 3 and 4 of the Main Win­dow.

2-2-1 Setting the Monitor Refresh Time

Set the monitor refresh timer value for the data acquired by the monitor func­tion.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Monitor Settings Icon in the Main Window (3/4).

The following dialog box will be displayed.

2. Set the new refresh timer value and tap the OK Button.
The new setting will be applied and the display will return to the Main Win-

dow.

2-2-2 Adjusting the Brightness

The brightness of the screen can be adjusted to one of three levels.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Brightness Icon in the Main Window (3/4).

The following dialog box will be displayed.

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2. Move the pointer on the brightness scale with the stylus to adjust the
brightness.

3. Tap the OK Button.
The setting will be applied and the display will return to the Main Window.

2-2-3 Formatting the Memory Card

The Memory Card can be formatted.

1,2,3... 1. Insert the Memory Card to be formatted into the Mobile Console.

2. Tap the Memory Card Format Icon in the Main Window (3/4).

The following dialog box will be displayed.

3. After selecting the file system, tap the Start Button.
A confirmation dialog box will be displayed.

4. Tap the Yes Button.
Formatting will start. When formatting the Memory Card has been com-

pleted, the following dialog box will be displayed.

5. Tap the OK Button.
The display will return to the Memory Card Format Dialog Box.

6. If you are finished formatting Memory Cards, tap the Cancel Button.

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The display will return to the Main Window.

Note To format another Memory Card, insert the Memory Card and repeat the

above procedure from step 3.

IMPORTANT All of the data will be deleted from the Memory Card when you format it. Be

sure to copy any required data to a computer before you format the Memory
Card.

2-2-4 Setting the Date and Time

Set the current date, time, and time zone.
Make sure that the date and time settings are correct because the file names

of the screen images captured by the print screen function will consist of date
and time stamps.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Date/Time Icon in the Main Window (3/4).

The following dialog box will be displayed.

2. Set the current date, time, and time zone.

3. Tap the OK Button.
The settings will be applied and the display will return to the Main Window.

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2-2-5 Setting the Stylus Properties

This function is used to set the double-tap speed and calibrate the touch
screen.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Stylus Icon in the Main Window (3/4).

The following dialog box will be displayed.

2. Double-tap the checkerboard to set the double-tap speed, then double-tap
the icon at the bottom right of the dialog box to test the settings.

3. To calibrate the touch screen, tap the Calibration Ta b.

4. Tap the Recalibrate Button and follow the instructions that are displayed
on the screen.

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When the instructions have been completed, the following display will ap­pear.

5. Press the OK Key or tap the screen.
The settings will be applied and the display will return to the Stylus Prop­erties Dialog Box.

2-2-6 Power Management Settings

The following parameters can be adjusted to reduce the energy consumed by
the Mobile Console.

• Time until backlight is turned OFF.

• Time from when the backlight turns OFF until entering Suspended Mode.

• Time from entering Suspended Mode until entering Deep Sleep Mode.

1,2,3... 1. Touch the Power Management Icon in the Main Window (3/4).

The following dialog box will be displayed.

2. Set the time until turning OFF the backlight, the time from turning OFF the
backlight until entering Suspended Mode, and the time from entering Sus­pended Mode until entering Deep Sleep Mode.

3. Tap the OK Button.
The settings will be applied and the display will return to the Main Window.

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2-2-7 Language Settings

Select the language used for the display on the Mobile Console.
Japanese or English can be selected.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Language Icon in the Main Window (4/4).

The following dialog box will be displayed.

2. Tap the Yes Button.

3. Select the desired language and tap the OK Button.

4. Tap the OK Button.
The setting will be applied when the Mobile Console is restarted. The dis-

play will return to the Main Window.

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2-2-8 Displaying the Version Information

Version information for the Mobile Console can be displayed.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Version Icon in the Main Window (4/4).

The version information will be displayed.

2. Tap the OK Button.

The display will return to the Main Window.

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SECTION 3

Online Operations

This section describes how to read device information, replace devices, and otherwise perform device operations online.

3-1 Basic Online Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

3-1-1 Connecting the Mobile Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

3-1-2 Specifying Network Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

3-1-3 Changing the Connected Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

3-1-4 Inputting Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

3-2 Reading Device Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

3-2-1 Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

3-2-2 Reading Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

3-2-3 Reading Device Status, Alarms, and Warning Information . . . . . . . 44

3-2-4 Reading the Error History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

3-2-5 Displaying Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

3-2-6 Saving the Screen Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

3-3 Replacing a Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

3-4 Uploading Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

3-5 Downloading Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

3-5-1 Creating Device Parameter Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

3-5-2 Downloading the File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

3-6 Resetting a Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

3-6-1 Reset Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

3-6-2 Resetting a Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

3-7 Changing the Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

3-8 Locking/Unlocking Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

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3-1 Basic Online Operations

This section describes the procedure for online operations. Make sure that
you read through the material before performing online operations.

3-1-1 Connecting the Mobile Console

The Mobile Console can be used by connecting it to the USB port on an
NE0A/NE1A-series Controller.

When the Mobile Console is connected to the USB port of an NE0A/NE1A­series Controller, the following Main Window will be displayed. The device sta­tus will be displayed in the Main Window.

Note If the USB cable is removed and reconnected to a different NE0A/NE1A-

series Controller after the Mobile Console has been connected online, tap the

Connect Icon.

Device Status

The device status is indicated by the following colors.

3-1-2 Specifying Network Numbers

DeviceNet Safety supports building more than one network. Even if the user
system contains only one network, a network number must be set.

For the Mobile Console to communicate with a device in the following cases,
the network number must be specified.

• To connect to a device that is still in the default status, e.g., when replac­ing a device

• When resetting a device to the default status from the Mobile Console

Connect Icon

Tap the Connect Icon when the Mobile Console is
reconnected to the USB port of a different NE0A/NE1A­series Controller.

Device Status

Color Status

Blue RUN
Green IDLE
Yellow Warning
Red Alarm
Gray with white border Disconnected
Gray with green border Default status (not configured)

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The procedure for specifying the network number when connecting to a
device in the default status is given below.

1,2,3... 1. Physically connect to the device in the default status and tap the Connect

Button.

The following dialog box will be displayed.

2. Tap the OK Button. The following dialog box will be displayed.

3. Tap the Get from the actual network Button.
When the network number is acquired from the network, it will be displayed

as shown below.

4. Tap the OK Button.
This completes specifying the network number. The Main Window will be

displayed.

IMPORTANT Turn ON the DeviceNet network power supply before getting the network

number from the network. If there is more than one network number of the
same network, confirm the correct number and select it.

Note (1) If a manually set network number is read from the network, it will be dis-

played with zeros from the 5th to the 8th digit as shown below.

Example: 00050000

0001

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(2) If the network number was set manually and you know the number, you

can also set it manually.

Confirming the Network Number from the Network Configurator

The network number set in the user’s system can be confirmed with the fol­lowing procedure.

1,2,3... 1. From the Network Configurator, open the network configuration file (*.ncf)

that was downloaded to the system.

2. Select Network - Properties from the menu bar.
The following dialog box will be displayed.

3. Check the network number that is displayed.

3-1-3 Changing the Connected Device

This section describes how to change the connected device. You can connect
online to any device connected to the same DeviceNet network as the NE0A/
NE1A Controller to which the USB cable is connected. The Mobile Console
can be connected to devices that are on the same DeviceNet network as the
NE0A/NE1A-series Controller connected with the USB cable.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Change Target Icon in the Main Window (1/4 or 2/4).

The following dialog box will be displayed. Devices on the same DeviceNet
network as the NE0A/NE1A-series Controller connected with the USB ca­ble will be displayed.

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2. Select the device that you would like to connect to and tap the OK Button.
The target device will be changed and the display will return to the Main

Window.

3-1-4 Inputting Characters

Characters for file names and passwords can be entered easily by tapping the
input panel with the stylus.

Example: Save Device Parameter Dialog Box

Characters can also be input using keys on the Mobile Console.

Device name

Device node numbe

r

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3-2 Reading Device Information

3-2-1 Overview

The following information can be read from the device using the Mobile Con­sole.

Note (1) The contents of the Maintenance Tab for the Monitor, Device Status, and

Error History functions are the same. The items displayed will depend on
the connected device.

(2) The device status will be displayed as an icon in the Main Window when

a device is online. (Refer to 3-1-1 Connecting the Mobile Console.)

(3) The screen displaying the device information can be converted to a JPEG

image file and saved to the Memory Card. (Refer to 3-2-6 Saving the
Screen Image.)

Procedure

1,2,3... 1. Connect the Mobile Console to the USB port of the NE0A/NE1A-series

Controller.

2. Tap the Change Target Icon and specify the device to be monitored.

3. Tap the Monitor, Device Status, Error History, or Device Property Icon
to read the device information.

Note The device information (parameters and errors) depends on the device that is

connected. Refer to the device manual for details on parameters and errors.

Icon Function name Description

Monitor Displays the connected device's I/O terminal status.

Errors occurring at the connected device will be dis­played on the Maintenance Tab Page. (See note 1.)

Device Status Displays the device status as well as information on

alarms and warnings. Errors occurring at the con­nected device will be displayed on the Maintenance
Tab Page. (See note 1.)

Error History Displays the error history of the connected device.

Errors occurring at the connected device will be dis­played on the Maintenance Tab Page. (See note 1.)

Device Property Displays the properties of the connected device.

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3-2-2 Reading Parameters

The status of the I/O terminals on an NE0A/NE1A-series or DST1-series Con­troller can be monitored. Monitoring the status can help in troubleshooting
errors occurring at the I/O terminals. The displayed parameters will depend on
the device that is connected. Refer to the device manual for details on param­eters.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Monitor Icon in the Main Window (1/4).

The current status of the I/O terminals will be displayed on the Parameters
Tab Page.

2. Tap the Maintenance Tab.
If an error exists in the connected device, the following will be displayed.

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• Tap the Detail Button. The maintenance counter present values for local
input terminals, local output terminals, and test output terminals will be
displayed as shown below.

• Tap the Clear Value Button to reset the terminal maintenance counters to

0.

3-2-3 Reading Device Status, Alarms, and Warning Information

The status of the connected device as well as information on alarms and
warnings can be displayed. The displayed parameters depend on the device
that is connected.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Device Status Icon in the Main Window (1/4).

The following dialog box will be displayed on the Status Tab Page. The de­vice status, as well as current alarms and warnings, will be displayed.

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• Tap the Detail Button to display details on current alarms and warn­ings as shown below.

• Tap the Detail Button to identify the error. The icon will be displayed
for alarms and the icon for warnings.

• The Detail of Alarm/Warning Dialog Box has the following tab pages:
General, Safety Output, Safety Input, and Test Output.

The General Tab Page displays the current errors.
The other tab pages display errors occurring at the output terminals,

the input terminals, and the test output terminals.

2. Tap the Maintenance Tab.

• Current errors in the device will be displayed as shown below.

• Refer to 3-2-2 Reading Parameters for details on the Maintenance Tab
Page.

Error information will be dis­played in pairs.

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3-2-4 Reading the Error History

The error history of the NE0A/NE1A-series or DST1-series Controller can be
displayed. The number of records that can be saved depends on the device.
Some errors are not deleted even if power supply is interrupted because they
are saved in nonvolatile memory. Other errors are deleted when the power
supply is interrupted because they are saved in the RAM. Refer to the device
manual for details.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Error History Icon in the Main Window (1/4).

The following dialog box with the device error history will be displayed.

Example of Countermeasures:

Item or Button Description

Description Gives the error.
Time Displays the total ON time of the device when the error

occurred.
The display will always be 0 for a DST1-series Controller.

Update Button Updates the error history.
Clear Button Deletes the error history saved in the device.

Double-tap an error (or select the
error and tap the Help Button) to
display the countermeasures.

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2. Tap the Maintenance Tab.
Current errors in the connected device will be displayed as shown below.

• Refer to 3-2-2 Reading Parameters for details on the Maintenance Tab
Page.

3-2-5 Displaying Properties

The device information and safety signature of the connected device can be
displayed.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Display Property Icon in the Main Window (1/4).

The device information and safety signature of the connected device will
be displayed.

Save Button Saves the error history information to the Memory Card in

CSV format.

Help Button Select an error and tap the Help Button to display the counter-

measures.

Item or Button Description

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3-2-6 Saving the Screen Image

The screen that displays the device information can be converted to an image
file in JPEG format and saved to the Memory Card.

1,2,3... 1. Press the Fn Key and F2 Key together.

An image file with the date (YMD) and time (HMS) as the file name will be
saved to the Memory Card (example: 20090121144005.jpg)

• If the screen is saved correctly, the file name and a message indicating
that the save was completed will be displayed.

• If a Memory Card is not inserted, the message “Cannot find the save
location” will be displayed.

IMPORTANT The Mobile Console cannot access image files saved on the Memory Card.

Use a computer to access the image files.

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3-3 Replacing a Device

Devices can be easily replaced using the Replace Device function.

IMPORTANT If a system error occurs due to a hardware error or other fatal error in the

device that is being replaced, “H” will be displayed on the leftmost digit of the
7-segment display on an NE1A-series Controller or the MS indicator will light
red on an NE0A-SCPU01 or DST1-series Controller. If that occurs, the
Replace Device function cannot be used, but you can use the download func­tion to download the device parameters to the new device. Refer to 3-5 Down-
loading Parameters for information on downloading.

IMPORTANT Before replacing a device using the Replace Device function, be sure that the

Safety Device configuration data of the user system had been validated or
locked. If the Replace Device function is used for a device that is not validated
or locked, the system may not operate properly with the replaced device.
Refer to 3-5-1 Creating Device Parameter Files for information on validating
and locking devices.

1,2,3... 1. Connect the Mobile Console to the device to be replaced.

2. Tap the Replace Device Icon in the Main Window.

The following dialog box will be displayed.

3. Tap the Yes Button.
Parameters will be uploaded from the connected device.

• If you tab the No Button, the operation will be stopped and the display
will return to the Main Window.

The following dialog box will be displayed when upload has been complet­ed.

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IMPORTANT When replacing a device, replace it with a device that is in the factory-default

status. The operation may not be performed correctly if a device is replaced
with a configured device.

4. After replacing the device, tap the Yes Button.

• If the Mobile Console is connected directly to a device via a USB cable,
remove the USB cable and replace the device. Connect the USB cable
to the new device and tap the Yes Button.

5. Check the safety signature of the device parameters to be downloaded and
tap the Close Button.

The following dialog box will be displayed if the configuration is locked.

6. Tap the Yes Button.
The password input dialog box will be displayed.

7. Enter the password of the connected device.
Downloading will begin. When it has been completed, the safety signature

read from the connected device will be displayed.

8. Check the safety signature and tap the Close Button.
A dialog box asking whether to lock the device configuration will be dis-

played.

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9. To lock the configuration, tap the Yes Button.
If the device was in RUN mode before being replaced, the following dialog

box will be displayed.

10. Tap the Yes Button or the No Button.

• Tapping the Yes Button will set the device to RUN mode.

• Tapping the No Button will keep the device in IDLE mode.

11. Tap the OK Button.

This completes replacing the device.

12. Tap the OK Button.
The display will return to the Main Window.

IMPORTANT A device password cannot be set with the Mobile Console. Set the device

password from the Network Configurator.

Note Devices can also be replaced in the same way by using the following proce-

dure: Upload the parameters and save them to a file, replace the device,
download the parameters, and then lock/unlock the configuration.

!WARNING

Serious personal injury may possibly occur due to loss of safety functions.
Observe the following precautions.

After replacing a device, check to make sure that the replacement device is in
the appropriate configuration and is operating correctly

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3-4 Uploading Parameters

Parameter information of the connected device can be saved to a Memory
Card.

1,2,3... 1. Set the Memory Card in the Mobile Console.

2. Tap the Upload Icon in the Main Window (1/4).

The following dialog box will be displayed.

3. Tap the Yes Button.

• Tapping the No Button will cancel uploading.

When uploading the device parameters has been completed, the Save De­vice Parameter Dialog Box will be displayed. The file name will be automat­ically input as shown in the following figure.

4. Check the location and file name for saving the file, and then tap the OK
Button.

• Use the input panel or keys on the Mobile Console to change the file
name if necessary.

• The following dialog box will be displayed if no Memory Card is inserted.
Insert the Memory Card and tap the OK Button.

Storage Card means the
Memory Card

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IMPORTANT Always specify the Memory Card folder as the save folder. The file cannot be

deleted or copied if it is saved in Mobile Console memory.

When saving the file has been completed, the safety signature of the up­loaded device parameters will be displayed.

5. Check the safety signature and tap the Close Button.
The display will return to the Main Window.

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Downloading Parameters Section 3-5

3-5 Downloading Parameters

Parameter information saved in the Memory Card can be downloaded to the
device that is connected online.

3-5-1 Creating Device Parameter Files

The device parameter files downloaded from the Mobile Console to a device
(*.dvf) are created on the Network Configurator.

1,2,3... 1. Start the Network Configurator and open the network configuration file.

(*.ncf).

2. Confirm that the configuration for the device to which the parameter will be
downloaded has been verified or locked (an S mark or locked mark will be
displayed).

IMPORTANT The device parameter file (*dvf) used by the Mobile Console is created from a

network configuration file (*.ncf) that has been verified or locked. The system
may not operate properly if the file is not verified or locked.

3. Select the device and then select Device - Parameters - Save from the
menu bar.

4. A device parameter file will be created in the specified folder.

3-5-2 Downloading the File

Use the following procedure to download the device parameter file (*.dvf) from
the Mobile Console to a device.

1,2,3... 1. Save the device parameter file on a Memory Card and set the Memory

Card in the Mobile Console.

2. Tap the Download Icon in the Main Window (2/4).

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The following dialog box will be displayed.

3. Tap the Yes Button.

• Tapping the No Button will cancel downloading.

The Open Device Parameter Dialog Box will be displayed.

4. Specify the location and name of the file to be downloaded. Tap the OK
Button on the top right of the dialog box.

The safety signature of the file to be downloaded will be displayed.

5. Check the safety signature and tap the Close Button.

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IMPORTANT Always confirm that the network number is correct. Operation may not be cor-

rect if the device is configured with the wrong network number.

6. Check the network number and tap the Ye s Button.
If the device is locked, the following dialog box will be displayed.

7. Tap the Yes Button.
A dialog box prompting the input of a password will be displayed.

8. Enter the password of the connected device and tap the OK Button.
Downloading will begin. When it has been completed, the safety signature

read from the connected device will be displayed.

9. Check the safety signature and tap the Close Button.
A dialog box asking whether to lock the device configuration will be dis-

played.

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10. To lock the configuration, tap the Ye s Button. If the device was in RUN
mode before downloading, the following dialog box will be displayed asking
whether the device should be returned to RUN mode.

11. Tap the Yes Button or the No Button.

• Tap the Yes Button to return to RUN mode.

• Tap the No Button to leave the device in IDLE mode.

12. Tap the OK Button.
The display will return to the Main Window.

IMPORTANT A device password cannot be set with the Mobile Console. Set the device

password from the Network Configurator.

!WARNING

Serious personal injury may possibly occur due to loss of safety functions.
Observe the following precautions.

Perform a user test before operating the system, and check to make sure that
all the device configuration data and operations are correct.

After replacing a device, check to make sure that the replacement device is in
the appropriate configuration and is operating correctly

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Resetting a Device Section 3-6

3-6 Resetting a Device

This section describes how to reset a Safety Device.

3-6-1 Reset Types

The following three methods can be used to reset a Safety Device.

The Safety Device saves the following configuration information in nonvolatile
memory.

The information above is saved in nonvolatile memory in the device. It will not
be cleared by restarting the power supply. To clear the information (to return
to the default settings), select the Reboot and reset configuration or Reboot
and reset configuration without ... Option when resetting.

Reset type Description

Reboot This is the same as turning the power OFF and ON.
Reboot and reset

configuration

All configuration information saved in the device's nonvolatile
memory will be returned to the default values and the device
will be restarted.

Reboot and reset
configuration with­out specified items

All configuration information in the device's nonvolatile mem­ory other than specified items will be returned to the default
values and the device will be restarted.

Type Default

setting

Set when Description

Node address
(software setting)

63 Node address is

changed.

The node address at startup
when software settings are
enabled.

Baud rate (soft­ware setting)

125 Kbit/s Baud rate is

changed

The baud rate at startup when
the software settings are
enabled (NE1A-series Con­troller only).

TUNID (Target
Unique Node Iden­tifier)

Not set First time parame-

ters are down­loaded.

The identifier of the local node
in the Safety Network consist­ing of the network number
and node address.

Password No pass-

word

Password is
changed.

The password for the device.

CFUNID (Configu­ration Owning
UNID)

Not set First time parame-

ters are down­loaded.

The UNID of the configuration
source.

OCPUNID (Output
Connection Point
Owning UNID)

Not set First time safety

communications
are started.

The UNID of the Safety Mas­ter that opens a safety output
connection.

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3-6-2 Resetting a Device

Use the following procedure to reset a device.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Reset Icon in the Main Window (2/4).

The following dialog box will be displayed.

2. Select the reset type and tap the OK Button.
The device password input dialog box will be displayed.

3. Enter the password of the connected device and tap the OK Button.

4. If the connected device is locked, follow the instructions displayed on the
screen and enter the password. Tap the OK Button.

After resetting, the display will return to the Main Window.

IMPORTANT A device password cannot be set with the Mobile Console. To not reset the

password, select the Reboot and reset configuration without below Option
and select the Password Check Box before resetting.

Note (1) The network number must be specified to reset the configuration to the

default settings. Refer to 3-1-2 Specifying Network Numbers for infor ma­tion on specifying the network number.

(2) Depending on the reset type and device status, it may not be possible to

reset. Refer to the manual for the connected device for reset types and
device status.

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Changing the Mode Section 3-7

3-7 Changing the Mode

This section describes how to change the mode of the Safety Device.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Change Mode Icon in the Main Window (2/4).

The following dialog box will be displayed.

IMPORTANT Always confirm that the network number is correct. Operation may not be cor-

rect if the device is configured with the wrong network number.

2. Check the network number and then tap the Ye s Button.

3. Select the mode and tap the OK Button.
The device password input dialog box will be displayed.

4. Enter the password of the connected device and tap the OK Button.
After the mode is changed, the display will return to the Main Window.

Note The mode cannot be changed for a DST1-series Controller.

The option for the current mode
will be selected. If no option is
selected, the current mode is
neither Idle nor Run.

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Locking/Unlocking Devices Section 3-8

3-8 Locking/Unlocking Devices

The connected device can be locked or unlocked.

IMPORTANT Lock the device only after performing user testing to validate the Safety Func-

tions for verified device configuration data.

1,2,3... 1. Tap the Lock/Unlock Icon in the Main Window (2/4).

Uploading parameters from the connected device will be started.
The following dialog box will be displayed when the upload has been com-

pleted.

Note This dialog box will not be displayed if the device is not locked.

2. Check the safety signature of the device to be locked or unlocked, and then
tap the Close Button.

One of the following dialog boxes will be displayed.

• Make sure that the network number is correct before locking a device.

IMPORTANT Always confirm that the network number is correct. Operation may not be cor-

rect if the device is configured with the wrong network number.

3. Tap the Yes Button or the No Button.
The device password input dialog box will be displayed to enable locking

or unlocking the device.

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4. Enter the password of the connected device and tap the OK Button.
When completed, the display will return to the Main Window.

63

SECTION 4

Specifications

This section provides the ratings, specifications, and dimensions of the Mobile Console, Battery Pack, and Charger.

4-1 Mobile Console Ratings and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

4-1-1 General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

4-1-2 Performance Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

4-2 Battery Pack Ratings and Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

4-2-1 General Specifications of the RB-B2001A Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . 65

4-3 Charger Ratings and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

4-3-1 General Specifications of the RB-C2001 Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

4-4 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

4-4-1 Mobile Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

4-4-2 Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

4-4-3 Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

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Mobile Console Ratings and Specifications Section 4-1

4-1 Mobile Console Ratings and Specifications

4-1-1 General Specifications

4-1-2 Performance Specifications

Note (1) This is the estimated time before brightness is reduced by half at room

temperature and humidity. It is provided for reference only. Lamp service
life greatly depends on the ambient temperature. It is shortened at high
or low temperatures, and is especially shortened in a low-temperature
environment.

(2) This is the estimated time before the battery capacity drops below 60%.

It is provided for reference only. The time depends on the operating tem­perature and other conditions.

(3) This is an estimated time. It is provided for reference only. The time de-

pends on the operating temperature and other conditions.

Item Specifications

Power supply RB-B2001A Battery Pack
Operating temperature 0 to 45°C
Storage temperature −10 to 60°C
Humidity 20% to 90% (with no condensation)
Vibration resistance

3.5 mm at 5 to 8.4 Hz, 9.8 m/s2 at 8.4 to 150 Hz

Shock resistance

196 m/s

2

for 11 ms
Weight 0.36 kg max. without Battery Pack
Degree of protection IP50 or equivalent (with Memory Card cover and connector caps or harness mounted)

Item Specifications

Display area Display panel Display device 3.5-inch TFT color LCD

Number of pixels 320 × 240 dots
Display color 65,536 colors

Backlight Service life (See note 1.) 50,000 hours (25°C)

Brightness adjustment The brightness can be adjusted by touch screen

operation.

Automatic OFF function Yes (The set time can be changed.)

POWER indicator Normal operation: Green

Suspended mode: Not lit

Operating
section

Touch screen Method Resistive membrane

Service life 10,000,000 operations (continuous keystroke

input)
100,000 characters (continuous character input

with stylus)

Keyboard 26 keys
USB interface One USB 1.1 port
Memory Card slot 1 slot

The following OMRON Memory Cards are recommended:
HMC-EF183 (128 Mbytes)
HMC-EF283 (256 Mbytes)

HMC-EF583 (512 Mbytes)
Battery Pack service life (See note 2.) 300 charge/discharge cycles
Continuous operating time (See note 3.) 6 hours

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Battery Pack Ratings and Specifications Section 4-2

4-2 Battery Pack Ratings and Specifications

4-2-1 General Specifications of the RB-B2001A Battery Pack

Note The charging time is an approximation and is provided only as a guideline.

The actual time will depend on the operating environment, operating condi­tions, and the state of the battery.

Item Specifications

Battery type Secondary lithium-ion battery
Nominal capacity 2000 mAh
Rated voltage 7.4 V
Operating temperature 0 to 45°C
Operating humidity 10% to 90% (with no condensation)
Charging method Charge with the RB-C2001 Special Charger.
Charging time 3 hours (See note.)
Weight 0.11 kg max.

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Charger Ratings and Specifications Section 4-3

4-3 Charger Ratings and Specifications

4-3-1 General Specifications of the RB-C2001 Charger

Item Specifications

Operating voltage 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Charging

specifica­tions

Charging voltage/current 8.4 V/1 A
Status indicators LED indicators are used for the following status.

• No battery or pre-charge: Not lit

• Charging normal: Lit red

• Charging complete: Lit green

• Error detected: Flashing red

Ambient operating temperature 0 to 40°C
Ambient storage temperature −20 to 60°C
Operating humidity 20% to 85% (with no condensation)
Weight 0.15 kg max.
Applicable laws and standards • Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law

• UL 1310

• IEC 60950

• EN 55022 Class B

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Dimensions Section 4-4

4-4 Dimensions

4-4-1 Mobile Console

100

200

75 38

42.5

68

Dimensions Section 4-4

4-4-2 Charger

4-4-3 Battery Pack

70

40

120

38

72

20

69

Index

A

alarms, 45

B

backlight, 33, 64

battery charge indicator

, 7, 14

battery cover

, 8, 15

battery holding time

, 13

Battery Pack

, xxii, 15, 65

Brightness Icon

, 29

C

Calibration Tab, 32

Change Mode Icon

, 60

Change Target Icon

, 40

character keys

, 9

charger

, 17, 66

clock battery

, 21, 22

clock battery cover

, 8

control keys

, 7, 9

D

Date/Time Icon, 31

Deep Sleep Mode

, 13, 33

definition of terms

, xxii

Device Status Icon

, 44

dimensions

, 67

display

Connect Icon, 26
Device Information, 26
function menu, 26

page

, 26

Display Property Icon

, 47

Double-Tap Tab

, 32

Download Icon

, 54

E

Error History Icon, 46

F

formatting, 30

function icons

, 27

function keys

, 10

G

general precautions, xvi

H

hand strap, 23

I

input panel, 41

inputting characters

, 41

L

LAN port, 7, 12

Language Icon

, 34

LCD panel

, 7

LED indicators

, 14

lock lever

, 8, 15

Lock/Unlock Icon

, 61

locking the configuration/device

, xxiii

M

Main Window, 26

Maintenance Tab

, 43

Memory Card

, 19

Memory Card Format Icon

, 30

Memory Card slot

, 7

Mobile Console

, xxii, 2, 64

Mobile Console functions

, 4

Mobile Console settings

, 29

Monitor Icon

, 43

Monitor Settings Icon

, 29

N

Network Configurator, xxii

70

Index

network numbers, 38

O

online operations, 38

P

Parameters Tab, 43

Power Management Icon

, 33

Power Mode Key

, 9

power status indicator

, 7, 14

power switch

, 7, 13

precautions for safe use

, xx

R

regulations, xxi

Remote I/O Terminal

, xxiii

Replace Device Icon

, 49

Reset Icon

, 59

reset types

, 58

S

safety, xxii

Safety I/O Terminal

, xxiii

Safety Input device

, xxiii

Safety Network Controller

, xxiii

Safety Output device

, xxiii

safety precautions

, xviii

safety signature

, xxiii

saving the screen image

, 48

specifications

, 64

Standard

, xxii

Standard PLC

, xxiii

Standard Programmable Controller

, xxiii

standards

, xxi

standby modes

, 13

starting

, 13

Status Tab

, 44

stopping

, 13

Storage Card

, 52

strap

, 23

strap hooks

, 8, 23

stylus, 7, 11

stylus holder

, 7, 11

Stylus Icon

, 32

stylus properties

, 32

Suspended Mode

, 13, 33

T

time zone, 31

U

Upload Icon, 52

USB port

, 7, 12

V

Version Icon, 35

W

warnings, 45

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Revision History

The manual revision is indicated at the end of the Cat. No. printed at the lower left of back cover of the manual.

The following table outlines the changes made to the manual during each revision. Page numbers refer to the
previous version.

Revision code Date Revised content

01 April 2009 Original production

Cat. No. Z921-E1-01

Revision code

Authorized Distributor:

In the interest of product improvement,
specifications are subject to change without notice.

Cat. No. Z921-E1-01

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