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Thank you for purchasing an NB-series Programmable Terminal.
NB-Series Programmable Terminals (PTs) are designed to handle information generated in FA
production sites. Be sure to understand the functions and performances etc thoroughly before using PT
correctly.
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for the following personnel, who must also have knowledge of electrical
systems (an electrical engineer or the equivalent).
• Personnel in charge of introducing FA systems into production facilities.
• Personnel in charge of designing FA systems.
• Personnel in charge of installing and connecting FA facilities.
• Personnel in charge of managing FA systems and facilities
Introduction
General Precautions
• The user must operate the product according to the performance specifications described in the
operation manuals.
• Do not use the PT touch switch input functions for applications where danger to human life or serious
property damage is possible, or for emergency switch applications.
• 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 connecting and setting up an NB-Series PT. Be sure to read
this manual before attempting to use the PT and keep this manual close at hand for reference during
installation and operation.
Failure to read and understand the information
provided in this manual may result in personal injury
or death, damage to the product, or product failure.
Please read each section in its entirety and be sure
you understand the information provided in the
section and related sections before attempting any
of the procedures or operations given.
Install the NB Unit by embedding it into the operation panel.
Use the metal kit and tool (a crosshead screwdriver) supplied with the Unit for installation.
Proceed the installation following the procedures below.
1
Panel cutout with dimensions is shown below. Fit the NB Unit into the panel from the front side.
2
As follows, insert panel fixators at the locations indicated by red box around the back of the NB Unit.
Insert the hooks of positioners into the square holes on the Unit to hold the fixators properly, and
tighten the screws firmly with the screwdriver.
NB5Q/NB7W-TWB
Precautions for Safe Use
• When operating on the operation panel, make sure to keep metal particles from entering the
Unit.
The mounting panel must be between 1.6 and 4.8 mm thick. The NB Unit must be installed
in a control panel.
For the sake of waterproof and dustproof, all the fixators must be evenly tightened to a
torque of 0.5~0.6 Nm. If the tightening torque exceeds the specified value, or the tightening
is not even, deformation of the front panel may occur.
Make sure that the operation panel is clean, unbent, and strong enough for the installation
process.
2-1-2 Installation onto the Operation Panel
ModelsOpening Dimension (W H mm)
NB3Q-TW00B/TW01B 119.0(+0.5/-0) 93.0(+0.5/-0)
NB5Q-TW00B/TW01B172.4(+0.5/-0) 131.0(+0.5/-0)
NB7W-TW00B/TW01B 191.0(+0.5/-0) 137.0(+0.5/-0)
NB10W-TW01B258.0(+0.5/-0) 200.0(+0.5/-0)
Opening dimensions
Width
Height
Level 1 heading
Level 2 heading
Level 3 heading
Step in a procedure
Manual name
Special Information
(See below.)
Level 3 heading
Page tab
Gives the current
headings.
Indicates a step in a
procedure.
Gives the number
of the section.
This illustration is provided only as a sample and may not literally appear in this manual.
Icons are used to indicate
precautions and
additional information.
Precautions for Safe Use
Precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure using the product safely.
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 increase understanding or make operation easier.
Manual Structure
Page Structure and Icons
The following page structure and icons are used in this manual.
Special Information
Special information in this manual is classified as follows:
Sec. 3Connecting to Mitsubishi PLCs............................................ 3-1
3-1Serial Port and Ethernet.......................................................................................................... 3-2
3-1-1Serial Port ...................................................................................................................................3-2
3-2Communication Setting and Cable Connection ................................................................... 3-5
3-2-1Serial Port ...................................................................................................................................3-5
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system, or other application or use. Buyer shall be solely responsible for determining appropriateness
of the particular Product with respect to Buyer’s application, product or system. Buyer shall take
application responsibility in all cases.
NEVER USE THE PRODUCT 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 PRODUCT(S) IS PROPERLY RATED AND
INSTALLED FOR THE INTENDED USE WITHIN THE OVERALL EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM.
Programmable Products
Omron Companies shall not be responsible for the user’s programming of a programmable Product, or
any consequence thereof.
Disclaimers
Performance Data
Data presented in Omron Company websites, catalogs and other materials 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 user must correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual
performance is subject to the Omron’s Warranty and Limitations of Liability.
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 part numbers when published ratings or features are changed, or
when significant construction changes are made. However, some specifications of the Product may be
changed without any notice. When in doubt, special part numbers may be assigned to fix or establish
key specifications for your application. Please consult with your Omron’s representative at any time to
confirm actual specifications of purchased Product.
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Errors and Omissions
Information presented by Omron Companies has been checked and is believed to be accurate;
however, no responsibility is assumed for clerical, typographical or proofreading errors or omissions.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Additionally, there may be severe property damage.
Precautions for Safe Use
Indicates precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure using the product safely.
Precautions for Correct Use
Indicates precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure proper operation
and performance.
Note Indicates suggestive information and precautions on operation of the product.
Notation Used for Safety Information
The following notation is used in this manual to provide precautions required to ensure safe usage of
the product. The safety precautions that are provided are extremely important to safety. Always read
and heed the information provided in all safety precautions.
Safety Precautions
Symbols
The circle and slash symbol indicates operations that you must not do.
The specific operation is shown in the circle and explained in text.
This example indicates prohibiting disassembly.
The triangle symbol indicates precautions (including warnings).
The specific operation is shown in the triangle and explained in text.
Do not attempt to take the product apart and do not touch the product inside while the
power is being supplied. Otherwise it may result in electric shock.
Always ensure that the personnel in charge confirm that installation, inspection, and
maintenance were properly performed for the NB Unit.
“Personnel in charge” refers to individuals qualified and responsible for ensuring
safety during machine design, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal.
Ensure that installation and post-installation checks are performed by personnel in
charge who possess a thorough understanding of the machinery to be installed.
Do not use the input functions of the touch switch, etc. of the NB Unit, in applications
that involve human life, in applications that may result in serious injury, or for
emergency stop switches.
Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the NB Unit. Otherwise it may impair
the safety functions.
Never press at two or more points on the touch panel of the NB Unit at a time.
Otherwise, it may activate a switch somewhere between the two points.
TIn the case of the NB Series, when grounding the positive terminal of power supply of 24
V to the NB, do not ground functional grounding terminal at NB side. Some functions of a
PC connected to the NB may cause a short circuit and the NB Unit may cause damage.
• Caution:
Depending on the types of PC, SG terminals of RS-232C port or USB port and contour of connector
can be connected. As the contour of tool port of the NB and the functional grounding terminal are not
insulated, they are connected. Therefore, connecting the PC allows GND terminal and functional
grounding terminal of the NB to be connected. If the power supply of 24V to the NB is grounded positively, grounding the functional grounding terminal allows a short circuit as shown in the diagram
below and may result in damage.
Safety Precautions
Test Function
The Test Function is performed on PC, and it has different behaviors with actual NB
running system. A problem may occur due to communication timing, cable differences and
unexpected PC circumstances (such as freeze). When the Test Function is performed,
please consider possible unexpected circumstances on the actual NB running system and
confirm that any dangerous event will not occur beforehand.
• When unpacking the NB Units and the peripheral devices, check carefully for any external scratches
or other damages. Also, shake the Units gently and check for any abnormal sound.
• The NB Unit must be installed in a control panel.
The mounting panel must be between 1.6 and 4.8 mm thick. Tighten the Mounting Brackets evenly to a
•
torque of between 0.5 and 0.6 N
exceeds the specified value, or the tightening is not even, deformation of the front panel may occur.
What is more, make sure the panel is not dirty or warped and that it is strong enough to hold the Units.
• Do not let metal particles enter the Units when preparing the panel.
• Do not connect an AC power supply to the DC power terminals.
• Use a DC power with a slight voltage fluctuation and reinforced or double insulation, and that will
provide a stable output even if the input is momentarily interrupted for 10 ms.
Rated Power Supply Voltage: DC 24 V (Allowable range DC 20.4 ~ 27.6 V)
• Do not perform a dielectric voltage test.
• Before connecting the power supply to the NB unit, mount the cable on the terminal block. Make the
connection by using terminal screws crimping on a twisted-pair cable with a crimping range of 12~26
AWG, and only 6.5 mm of insulation peel of the cable needs to be peeled off. Tighten the terminal
screws at a torque of between 0.3 and 0.5 N
use the terminal block of NB3Q-TWB for other models. NB3Q-TWB has different pin
definitions on the terminal block.
• To prevent malfunctions caused by noise, ground the Unit correctly.
• Do not touch the packaging part of the circuit board with your bare hands. Discharge any static
electricity from your body before handling the board.
• When using the No. 6 pin of the serial communication port COM1 connector for a voltage of DC+5V,
make sure the supply equipment’s current capacity is below 250mA before using it. The DC+5V
voltage output of the NB unit is +5V±5%, and the maximum current is 250mA. (The serial
communication port COM1 of NB3Q-TWB is unable to output the current.)
• Turn OFF the power supply before connecting or disconnecting cables.
• Always keep the connector screws firmly tightened after the communication cable is connected.
• The maximum tensile load for cables is 30 N. Do not apply loads greater than this.
Confirm the safety of the system before turning ON or OFF the power supply, or pressing the reset button.
•
• The whole system may stop depending on how the power supply is turned ON or OFF. Turn ON/OFF
the power supply according to the specified procedure.
Reset by pressing the reset button, or restart the power supply, once the DIP switch settings are changed.
•
• To ensure the system’s safety, make sure to incorporate a program that can confirm the normal
functionality of the NB Unit before running the system.
• Start actual system application only after sufficiently checking screen data, macros and the operation
of the program at the host side.
• Do not press the touch panel with a force greater than 30 N.
• Do not use hard or pointed objects to operate or scrub the screen, otherwise, the surface of the
screen may be damaged.
• Confirm the safety of the system before pressing the touch panel.
• Signals from the touch switches may not be input if the touch switches are pressed consecutively at
high speed. Confirm each input before proceeding to the next one.
• Do not accidentally press the touch panel when the backlight is not lit or when the display does not
appear. Make sure of the safety of the system before pressing the touch panel.
• To use numeric input functions safely, always make maximum and minimum limit settings.
• Before initializing screen data, confirm that existing data is backed up at the NB-Designer.
m to maintain water and dust resistance. If the tightening torque
m. Make sure the screws are properly tightened. Do not
• When changing the password with the screen, do not reset or turn OFF the power supply until writing
is finished. Failure to save the password may cause the screen to fail to function.
When using an equipment monitor, confirm the safety of the system before carrying out the following operations:
•
• Changing monitor data.
• Changing operation mode.
• Forced set/reset.
• Changing the current value or the set value.
• Do not connect a USB connector to any device that is not applicable.
• When connecting the equipment with the USB HOST connector, make sure the supply equipment's
current capacity is below 150mA before using it. The DC+5V voltage output of the NB Unit is
+5V±5%, and the maximum current is 150mA.
• Before connecting a USB connector to a device, make sure that the device is free of damage.
• Commercially available and the recommended USB HUBs are different from the general
specifications of the NB Unit. The unit may not function well in an environment subject to noise, static
electricity. Therefore, when using a USB HUB, employ sufficient noise and static electricity insulation
measures, or install it at a site free of noise or static electricity.
• While uploading or downloading screen data or system programs, do not perform the following
operations that may corrupt the screen data or the system program:
• Turning OFF the power supply of the NB Unit.
• Pressing the PT’s reset switch.
• Dispose of the Units and batteries according to local ordinances as they apply.
Do not dispose the product into a fire. Doing so may cause the damage with the battery or electronic components.
•
• Do not apply an impact with the lithium cell, charge it, dispose it into a fire, or heat it. Doing either of
them may cause an ignition or a bursting.
• When exporting products with lithium primary batteries containing perchlorate at 6ppb or above to or
delivering them through California, USA, the following precautionary measures have to be publicized.
Perchlorate material - applicable through special processing. Refer to
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
NB-Series products contain lithium primary batteries. When exporting products containing this kind of
batteries to or delivering them through California, USA, label all the product packages as well as the
appropriate delivery packages.
Do not use benzene, paint thinner, or other volatile solvents, and do not use chemically treated cloths.
•
• Do not dispose the Units together with general waste at waste yards. When disposing them, follow
the related local ordinances or rules.
• Cannot replace the backlight lamp inside the NB Unit.
• Deterioration over time can cause the touch points to move. Calibrate the touch panel periodically.
• Water and oil resistance will be lost if the front sheet is torn or is peeling off. Do not use the Unit, if the
front sheet is torn or is peeling off.
• The rubber packing will deteriorate, shrink, or harden depending on the operating environment.
Inspect the rubber packing periodically.
• The communication cables of the COM1 and COM2 connectors are not interchangeable. Confirm the
pins of the ports before carrying out communications. (NB3Q-TWB only has COM1.)
Periodically check the installation conditions in applications where the PT is subject to contact with oil or water.
•
• Do not perform the following operations during the communication of the USB memory:
• Turning off the power supply of the NB Unit.
• Pressing the Reset button on the NB Unit.
• Removing the USB memory.
• Do not use the USB memory in the environment subject to strong vibration.
• Do not install the unit in any of the following locations:
Locations subject to severe changes in temperature
Locations subject to temperatures or humidity outside the range specified in the specifications
Locations subject to condensation as the result of high humidity
Locations subject to corrosive or flammable gases
Locations subject to strong shock or vibration
Locations outdoors subject to direct wind and rain
Locations subject to strong ultraviolet light
Locations subject to dust
Locations subject to direct sunlight
Locations subject to splashing oil or chemicals
• Take appropriate and sufficient countermeasures when installing systems in the following locations:
Locations subject to static electricity or other forms of noise
Locations subject to strong electric field or magnetic field
Locations close to power supply lines
Locations subject to possible exposure to radioactivity
• Precautions for software:
The update, restoration, uninstall and reinstallation of software in running status is prohibited in order
to guarantee the correct use of the product.
NB-Series Programmable Terminals are EMC compliant.
Concepts
OMRON products are electronic devices that are incorporated in machines and manufacturing
installations. OMRON PTs conform to the related EMC Directives (see note) so that the devices and
machines into which they are built can more easily conform to EMC Directives. The actual products
have been through inspections and are completely in accordance with EMC directives. However, when
they are built into customers’ systems, whether the systems also comply with these Directives is up to
the customers for further inspection.
EMC-related performance of OMRON PTs will vary depending on the configuration, wiring, and other
conditions of the OMRON equipment or control panel. The customer must, therefore, perform final
checks to confirm that the overall machine or device conforms to EMC standards.
Note The applicable EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standards are as follows:
NB-Series Programmable Terminals are EC compliant. Heed the following precautions in order to
ensure that the customer’s overall machine and device conform to EC Directives.
1
The PT must be installed in a control panel.
2
You must use reinforced insulation or double insulation for the DC power supply and the DC
power supply must have minimal voltage fluctuations and provide a stable output even if the
power supply input is interrupted for 10 ms.
3
The PTs conform to the standard EN 61131-2, but radiated emission characteristics (10m
regulations) may vary depending on the configuration of the control panel used, other devices
connected to the control panel, wiring, and other conditions. You must therefore confirm that the
overall machine or equipment complies with EC Directives.
4
This is a Class A product (Product for industry purpose). It may cause radio interference in
residential areas, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures to reduce
interference.
Conformance to KC Standards
Observe the following precaution if you use NB-series Programmable Terminals in Korea.
Class A Device (Broadcasting Communications Device for Office Use)
This device obtained EMC registration for office use (Class A), and it is intended to be used in
places other than homes.