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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the FH-UMAI.
This manual contains information that is necessary to use the FH-UMAI.
Please read this manual and make sure you understand the functionality and performance of the FH-
UMAI before you attempt to use it in a control system.
Keep this manual in a safe place where it will be available for reference during operation.
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for the following personnel, who must also have knowledge of electrical sys-
tems (an electrical engineer or the equivalent).
• Personnel in charge of introducing FA systems.
• Personnel in charge of designing FA systems.
• Personnel in charge of installing and maintaining FA systems.
• Personnel in charge of managing FA systems and facilities.
Introduction
Applicable Products
This manual covers the following products.
• FH-UMAI£
• FH-5£££
• FH-5£££-££
Part of the specifications and restrictions are given in other manuals. Refer to Relevant Manuals on
Relevant Manuals on page 2 and Related Manuals on page 15.
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Relevant Manuals
Relevant Manuals
The following table provides the relevant manuals for the upgraded FH sensor controller that uses FH-
UMAI.
Read all of the manuals that are relevant to your system configuration and application before you use
the FH sensor controller.
Purpose of use
Basic information
FH/FHV Series Vision System
User's Manual
Hardware Setup Manual
FH Series Vision System
Processing Item Function
Reference Manual
Manual
FH-UMAI FH Application Software
FH Series Vision System
Macro Customize Functions
Programming Manual
FH/FHV Series Vision System
User
’
s Manual for Communications Settings
FH/FHV Series Vision System
Operation Manual for Sysmac Studio
Overview of FH series
Setup and Wiring
EtherCAT
EtherNet/IP
PROFINET
Ethernet
RS-232C
Parallel interface
Setup the communication setting of Sensor
Controller
EtherCAT
EtherNet/IP
PROFINET
Ethernet
RS-232C
Parallel interface
Setup the Sensor Controller
EtherCAT
EtherNet/IP
PROFINET
Ethernet
RS-232C
Parallel interface
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Basic information
FH/FHV Series Vision System
User's Manual
Hardware Setup Manual
FH Series Vision System
Processing Item Function
Reference Manual
Relevant Manuals
Manual
FH-UMAI FH Application Software
FH Series Vision System
Macro Customize Functions
Programming Manual
FH/FHV Series Vision System
User
’
s Manual for Communications Settings
FH/FHV Series Vision System
Operation Manual for Sysmac Studio
Create and Set the Scene
EtherCAT
EtherNet/IP
PROFINET
Ethernet
RS-232C
Parallel interface
Optimizing the Scene Flow
EtherCAT
EtherNet/IP
PROFINET
Ethernet
RS-232C
Parallel interface
Connecting the Controller
EtherCAT
EtherNet/IP
PROFINET
Ethernet
RS-232C
Parallel interface
Using Helpful Functions
EtherCAT
EtherNet/IP
PROFINET
Ethernet
RS-232C
Parallel interface
Troubleshooting and Problem Solving
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4-3Mounting Units
The Units that make up an NJ-series Controller can be connected simply by pressing the Units together
and locking the sliders by moving them toward the back of the Units. The End Cover is connected in the
same way to the Unit on the far right side of the Controller.
1 Join the Units so that the connectors fit exactly.
2 The yellow sliders at the top and bottom of each Unit lock the Units together. Move the sliders
toward the back of the Units as shown below until they click into place.
Precautions for Correct UsePrecautions for Correct Use
4-3-1 Connecting Controller Components
Connector
Hook
Hook holes
Slider
Lock
Release
Move the sliders toward the back
until they lock into place.
Level 1 heading
Level 2 heading
Level 3 heading
Level 2 heading
A step in a procedure
Manual name
Special information
Level 3 heading
Page tab
Gives the current
headings.
Indicates a procedure.
Icons indicate
precautions, additional
information, or reference
information.
Gives the number
of the main section.
The sliders on the tops and bottoms of the Power Supply Unit, CPU Unit, I/O Units, Special I/O
Units, and CPU Bus Units must be completely locked (until they click into place) after connecting
the adjacent Unit connectors.
Manual Structure
Manual Structure
Page Structure
The following page structure is used in this manual.
Note This illustration is provided only as a sample. It may not literally appear in this manual.
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Special information in this manual is classified as follows:
Precautions for Safe Use
Precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure safe usage of the product.
Precautions for Correct Use
Precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure proper operation and performance.
Additional Information
Additional information to read as required.
This information is provided to increase understanding or make operation easier.
Manual Structure
Conventions Used in This Manual
Use of Quotation Marks and Brackets
In this manual, menus and other items are indicated as follows.
BoldMenuIndicates the menu bar, button, and icon.
ItalicItem nameIndicates the item and area names displayed on the screen.
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Special Information .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Conventions Used in This Manual ................................................................................................................... 5
Terms and Conditions Agreement.......................................................................... 8
Warranty, Limitations of Liability ......................................................................................................................8