Omron NS-Runtime Software User Manual
Cat. No. V093-E1-02
NS-Runtime Software
USER’S MANUAL
Notice
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refers to an OMRON product, regardless of whether or not it appears in the proper name of
the product.
The abbreviation "Ch," which appears in some displays and on some OMRON products, often
means "word" and is abbreviated "Wd" in documentation in this sense.
The abbreviation "PLC" means Programmable Controller.
The abbreviation "host" means a controller, such as an IBM PC/AT or compatible computer,
that controls a PT (Programmable Terminal).
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this publication.
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Contents
Notice ..............................................................................................................................................1
About this Manual.......................................................................................................................................5
Related Manuals ..........................................................................................................................................6
Terminology ..............................................................................................................................................8
Introduction ..............................................................................................................................................9
Application Precautions.............................................................................................................................10
Section 1 Overview .................................................................................................. 1-1
1-1 About this manual............................................................................................................................ 1-2
1-2 About NS-Runtime .......................................................................................................................... 1-3
1-2-1 NS-Runtime features............................................................................................................ 1-3
1-2-2 NS-Runtime Specifications.................................................................................................. 1-4
1-2-3 System Configuration .......................................................................................................... 1-5
1-3 CX-Designer Menu List .................................................................................................................. 1-6
1-4 Comparison between the NS Series and the NS-Runtime ............................................................... 1-8
Section 2 Setting up, Starting up and Exiting the NS-Runtime ......................... 2-1
2-1 Preparations for Installation............................................................................................................. 2-2
2-2 Installing the NS-Runtime ............................................................................................................... 2-3
2-2-1 Installation Procedure ..........................................................................................................2-3
2-2-2 Installing the HASP Driver .................................................................................................. 2-6
2-3 Uninstallation Procedure ............................................................................................................... 2-11
2-4 Starting the NS-Runtime ............................................................................................................... 2-13
2-4-1 Starting the NS-Runtime from the NSA Series.................................................................. 2-13
2-4-2 Starting the NS-Runtime from an environment other than the NSA Series....................... 2-13
2-5 Ending the NS-Runtime................................................................................................................. 2-14
2-6 User Interface ................................................................................................................................ 2-16
Section 3 Creating Projects .................................................................................... 3-1
3-1 Creating Projects ............................................................................................................................. 3-2
3-1-1 Creating New Projects ......................................................................................................... 3-2
3-1-2 Project Property settings ...................................................................................................... 3-3
3-2 System Settings ............................................................................................................................... 3-4
3-2-1 PT Operations ...................................................................................................................... 3-4
3-2-2 Initial Tab Page .................................................................................................................... 3-6
3-2-3 History Tab Page.................................................................................................................. 3-7
3-2-4 Printer Tab Page................................................................................................................... 3-8
3-2-5 Video Tab Page.................................................................................................................... 3-8
3-2-6 Maximum Screen Size Tab Page ......................................................................................... 3-8
3-3 Communications Settings .............................................................................................................. 3-10
3-3-1 Serial Port A / Serial Port B ............................................................................................... 3-10
3-3-2 Ethernet .............................................................................................................................. 3-11
3-3-3 Controller Link................................................................................................................... 3-12
3-4 Creating Screens ............................................................................................................................ 3-13
3-4-1 Creating New Screens ........................................................................................................ 3-13
3-4-2 Screen Properties Setting ................................................................................................... 3-13
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3-5 Converting Projects ....................................................................................................................... 3-14
Section 4 NS-Runtime Functions ...........................................................................4-1
4-1 System Memory............................................................................................................................... 4-2
4-1-1 System Bit Memory ($SB)................................................................................................... 4-2
4-1-2 System Word Memory ($SW) ............................................................................................. 4-5
4-2 Document Display ........................................................................................................................... 4-7
4-2-1 Document Table Setting....................................................................................................... 4-8
4-2-2 Document Display................................................................................................................4-9
4-3 Alarm/Event Setting ...................................................................................................................... 4-15
4-4 Data Logs ...................................................................................................................................... 4-16
4-5 Macros ........................................................................................................................................ 4-17
4-5-1 Functions............................................................................................................................ 4-17
4-5-2 Details of the Functions ..................................................................................................... 4-20
Section 5 NS-Runtime System Menu Operations ................................................ 5-1
5-1 Displaying and Exiting the System Menu ....................................................................................... 5-2
5-1-1 Displaying the System Menu ............................................................................................... 5-2
5-1-2 Exiting the System Menu..................................................................................................... 5-3
5-2 System Menu Configuration............................................................................................................ 5-4
5-3 Special Screen ................................................................................................................................. 5-5
5-3-1 Alarm History ...................................................................................................................... 5-5
5-3-2 Operation Log ...................................................................................................................... 5-6
5-3-3 Error Log.............................................................................................................................. 5-7
5-3-4 Communication Test ............................................................................................................ 5-9
5-3-5 Version Display .................................................................................................................5-10
5-4 Transferring Data........................................................................................................................... 5-11
5-5 External Application...................................................................................................................... 5-12
5-5-1 CX-Programmer................................................................................................................. 5-12
5-5-2 SwitchBox Utility .............................................................................................................. 5-12
5-6 Initialization/Setting Screen .......................................................................................................... 5-13
5-6-1 Initializing Data ................................................................................................................. 5-15
5-6-2 PT Operations .................................................................................................................... 5-25
5-6-3 Project Settings .................................................................................................................. 5-30
5-6-4 Setting Passwords .............................................................................................................. 5-34
5-6-5 Communications Settings .................................................................................................. 5-37
5-7 System Language........................................................................................................................... 5-43
5-8 Screen Data Check ........................................................................................................................ 5-44
5-9 Numeral & String Input Mode....................................................................................................... 5-46
5-10 Exit 5-47
5-10-1 End NS-Runtime ................................................................................................................ 5-47
5-10-2 Shut Down ......................................................................................................................... 5-47
5-11 Window Size ................................................................................................................................. 5-48
5-11-1 Full screen display .............................................................................................................5-48
5-11-2 Maximize ........................................................................................................................... 5-49
5-11-3 Minimize ............................................................................................................................ 5-49
5-11-4 Show Window.................................................................................................................... 5-50
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Section 6 Transferring Project Data...................................................................... 6-1
6-1 Transfer Methods............................................................................................................................. 6-2
6-2 Transferring Data Using a Memory Card ........................................................................................ 6-3
6-2-1 Downloading the Project Data ............................................................................................. 6-4
6-2-2 Uploading the Project Data .................................................................................................. 6-7
6-3 Transferring Data from the CX-Designer...................................................................................... 6-11
Section 7 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 7-1
7-1 Troubleshooting Errors When Creating Screens ............................................................................. 7-2
7-2 Troubleshooting Errors during NS-Runtime Operation................................................................... 7-3
7-3 Error Messages and Countermeasures............................................................................................. 7-4
Revision History........................................................................................................... R-1
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About this Manual
This manual provides important information on using the NS-Runtime Software. Please read and be sure you
understand this manual before attempting to use the NS-Runtime Software, and keep this manual in a safe
place where it is accessible for future reference.
Section 1 Overview
This section provides an overview of the NS-Runtime including the functions, features, connection types and
communication methods.
A comparison between NS-Runtime and the NS Series is also described.
Section 2 Setting up, Starting up and Exiting the NS-Runtime
The NS-Runtime is application software that runs on Microsoft Windows XP.
This section describes how to install the NS-Runtime on Windows XP. It also describes methods of starting and
exiting the NS-Runtime.
Section 3 Creating Projects
This section describes procedures for creating projects, system settings, communications settings and creating
screens for the NS-Runtime.
Section 4 NS-Runtime Functions
This section describes the NS-Runtime functions.
It mainly describes functions that are added or changed from the NS Series and the CX-Designer, and does not
describe functions equivalent to those of the NS Series and the CX-Designer.
For NS Series and CX-Designer functions that this manual does not describe, refer to each manual mentioned in 1-1
About This Manual.
Section 5 NS-Runtime System Menu Operations
This section describes the basic methods for operating the System Menu of the NS-Runtime and details on functions.
Section 6 Transferring Project Data
This section describes how to send created or modified screen data to the NS-Runtime environment including the
NSA Series and to register them. It also describes how to read data registered in the NS-Runtime.
Section 7 Troubleshooting
This section describes the countermeasures for errors that may occur on the NS-Runtime.
This section explains errors specific to the NS-Runtime. For information on other errors, refer to 5 Troubleshooting
and Maintenance in the NS Series Programming Manual.
WARNING
Failure to read and understand the information provided in this manual may result in
personal injury or death, damage to the product, or product failure. Please read each
section in its entirety and be sure you understand the information provided in the section
and related sections before attempting any of the procedures or operations given.
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Related Manuals
The following manuals are related to the NS-Runtime Software. (The boxes at the end of the
catalog numbers indicate the revision code.)
manual
This
NS-Runtime Software User’s Manual.............................................V093-E1-@
Describes installing the NS-Runtime Software, basic operations, and the user interface.
It also describes special features and application methods of the NS-Runtime
Software.
CX-Designer User’s Manual .......................................................V088-E1-@
Describes installing the CX-Designer, basic operations, and the user interface. It also
describes special features and application methods of the CX-Designer.
CX-Designer Online Help
Online help can be used to display CX-Designer operating procedures, settings, and
other information on-screen, including detailed setting methods for functional objects
and graphics.
NS Series Programming Manual ................................................V073-E1-@
Describes the functions and application methods of NS-series PTs. It also provides
troubleshooting methods for problems that might occur with the PT.
NS Series -V1/-V2 Setup Manual ...............................................V083-E1-@
Provides information on NS-series version 1 and version 2 PTs (i.e., the NS12-V1/V2,
NS10-V1/V2, NS8-V1/V2, and NS5-V1/V2). It describes how to install and connect a
PT, provides basic specifications, and provides other hardware information on the PTs.
NS Series Setup Manual ............................................................V072-E1-@
Provides information on NS-series PTs prior to version 1 (i.e., the NS12, NS10, and
NS7).
CXONE-AL@@C-EV2/AL@@D-EV2 CX-One Ver. 2.1 Setup Manual
...............................................................................................W463-E1-@
Provides an overview of and describes how to install the CX-One FA Integrated Tool
Package.
CX-Designer Introduction Guide....................................................V089-E1-@
This tutorial describes the procedures for creating and operating simple screens as an
example for first users of NS-series PTs.
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Macro Reference (Installed from the CX-Designer’s CD-ROM)
The online help of the CX-Designer provides detailed information on the macro
function of NS-series PTs. PDF data containing the same contents is installed on the
hard disk when the CX-Designer is installed. Use either the online help or this PDF
data as required.
PLC Operation Manuals
Refer to the operation manuals for the CPU Unit, Special I/O Units, CPU Bus Units,
Communications Units, and other PLC Units that you are using to obtain information on
PLC operation and functions.
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Terminology
NS-Runtime
NS-series PT Indicates a Programmable Terminal in OMRON’s NS Series of Programmable Terminals.
PLC Indicates an OMRON Programmable Controller.
Host Indicates the PLC, IBM PC/AT or compatible computer, or personal computer controlling an
CX-One Indicates OMRON’s CX-One Integrated FA Tool Package
The following terminology is used in this manual.
Indicates OMRON’s NS-Runtime Software (NS-NSRCL@@).
NS-series PT.
(CXONE-AL@@C-EV2/AL@@D-EV2). This package contains the Support Software for
most OMRON PLCs and Components.
CX-Designer
Indicates the OMRON CX-Designer (NS-CXDC1-V@).
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Introduction
The NS-Runtime Software provides the same functionality as an NS-series Programmable
Terminal to enable implementing FA onsite information displays and operations on Windows
XP or Vista. To enable using the NS-Runtime Software correctly, be sure you have sufficient
understanding of the CX-Designer and Programmable Terminal functions and characteristics.
Refer to all related manuals when using the NS-Runtime Software.
• 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 systems.
• Personnel in charge of managing FA systems and facilities.
• Installation Environment
The NS-Runtime operates on an open platform, and usage conditions differ from those of
NS-series PTs.
• Never use the NS-Runtime for an FA system that operates 24 hours a day.
• OMRON disclaims responsible for any problems caused by using the NS-Runtime with
other software applications or any problems caused by the installation environment.
• It is the user's responsibility to isolate causes of any problems caused by other software
applications or by the installation environment.
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Application Precautions
• For information on device connections and settings for a computer where the NS-Runtime is
installed, also refer to NS-V1/V2 series Programmable Terminals Setup Manual V083-E1-@.
• Use this product under Windows general specifications.
• When unpacking the product, check the CD and the dongle carefully for any damages.
• Do not install unnecessary applications in a computer where the NS-Runtime is installed.
• Exit all applications that are not directly related to the NS-Runtime.
• Disable sharing hard disks, printers or other devices with other computers on any network.
• Some notebook computers set the RS-232C port to modem or infrared line by default. Change
the settings according to the operating instructions for your computer so that the RS-232C port
can be used as a normal serial port.
• Some notebook computers set the RS-232C port not to supply rated power to the port to save
energy by default. There are Windows settings and also possibly settings for computer specific
utilities or BIOS settings for power saving. Disable the settings according to the operating
instructions for your computer to provide power to the port.
• The whole systems may stop depending on the way the NS-Runtime started/ended. Follow the
procedure to start/end the NS-Runtime.
• Start actual system application only after sufficiently checking screen data, macros, and the
operation of the program in the host.
• Include programming that regularly accesses the RUN signal and confirms that the NS-Runtime
is operating normally.
• Confirm the safety of the system before pressing touch switches.
• Do not accidentally press touch switches when the backlight is not lit or when the display does
not appear.
• Signals from the touch switches may not be input if the switches are pressed consecutively at
high speed. Confirm each input before proceeding to the next one.
• Before initializing screen data, confirm that existing data is backed up at the CX-Designer.
• When changing the password with the system menu, do not reset or turn OFF the power supply
until writing is finished (i.e., until the Write Button returns to its original condition). It may become
impossible to manipulate screens if the password is not set correctly.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the product in any way.
• Dispose of the product according to local ordinances as they apply.
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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.
1. WARRANTY
1) The warranty period for the Software is one year from either the date of purchase or the date on
which the Software is delivered to the specified location.
2) If the User discovers defect of the Software (substantial non-conformity with the manual), and
return it to OMRON within the above warranty period, OMRON will replace the Software without
charge by offering media or download from OMRON’s website. And if the User discovers defect
of media which is attributable to OMRON and return it to OMRON within the above warranty
period, OMRON will replace defective media without charge. If OMRON is unable to replace
defective media or correct the Software, the liability of OMRON and the User’s remedy shall be
limited to the refund of the license fee paid to OMRON for the Software.
2. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
1) THE ABOVE WARANTTY SHALL CONSTITUTE THE USER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDIES AGAINST OMRON AND THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT, OMRON WILL BE LIABLE FOR ANY
LOST PROFITS OR OTHER INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF USE OF THE SOFTWARE.
2) OMRON SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR DEFECT OF THE SOFTWARE BASED ON
MODIFICATION OR ALTERNATION TO THE SOFTWARE BY THE USER OR ANY THIRD
PARTY.
3) OMRON SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPED BY THE USER OR ANY
THIRD PARTY BASED ON THE SOFTWARE OR ANY CONSEQUENCE THEREOF.
4) The USB dongle provided with the NS-Runtime uses the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES).
As a result, domestic laws may define the USB dongle as a cryptogram decoder and may place
restrictions on the import, export, use, and sale of the USB dongle. Before you import or export
the USB dongle, or before you use or sell the USB dongle outside of the country of purchase,
confirm if domestic laws stipulate any restrictions.
3. APPLICABLE CONDITIONS
• USER SHALL NOT USE THE SOFTWARE FOR THE PURPOSE THAT IS NOT PROVIDED IN
THE ATTACHED USER MANUAL.
• The user must operate the product according to the general specifications.
• 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 the following conditions, make sure that the ratings and
performance characteristics of the product are sufficient for the systems, machines and equipment,
and be sure to provide them with a fail-safe circuit, and consult your OMRON representative.
1) Using the product under conditions or environments, which are not described in the manual.
2) 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.
3) Using the product for any purposes that may have a serious influence on lives and property,
and requires special safety considerations.
• This manual provides information for connecting and setting up an NS-Runtime. Be sure to read
this manual before attempting to use it and keep this manual close at hand for reference during
installation and operation.
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4. CHANGE IN SPECIFICATION
The software specifications and accessories may be changed at any time based on improvements
and other reasons.
5. EXTENT OF SERVICE
The license fee of the Software does not include service costs, such as dispatching technical staff.
6. 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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Section 1
Overview
This section provides an overview of the NS-Runtime including the functions, features,
connection types and communication methods.
A comparison between NS-Runtime and the NS Series is also described.
1-1 About this manual ............................................................................................................... 1-2
1-2 About NS-Runtime.............................................................................................................. 1-3
1-3 CX-Designer Menu List ...................................................................................................... 1-6
1-4 Comparison between the NS Series and the NS-Runtime ................................................... 1-8
1-1 About this manual
1-1 About this manual
This manual describes specifications and the system configuration of the NS-Runtime and
screen creation methods using the CX-Designer.
This manual also explains added and modified functions from the existing NS Series and CXDesigner. However, functions equivalent to those of the NS Series and the CX-Designer are
not explained in this manual.
For functions of the NS Series and the CX-Designer that are not described in this manual,
please refer to documents including the documents listed in the table below.
Document Manual No.
NS Series Programming Manual
Host Connection Manual (Host Link) Provided with CX-Designer
Macro Reference Provided with CX-Designer
CX-Designer Online Help Provided with CX-Designer
V073-E1-@
1-2
1-2 About NS-Runtime
The NS-Runtime is software that provides functions equivalent to the NS Series, enables to
display information and perform operations for FA manufacturing sites and runs on Windows
XP or Vista including the NSA Series.
1-2-1 NS-Runtime features
The following are the features of the NS-Runtime.
Other applications can be used at the same time.
The NS-Runtime is software that runs on Windows XP or Vista.
The NS-Runtime, therefore, can be used with other Omron software simultaneously.
Moreover, software such as commercially available form software and applications created by
users and the NS-Runtime can be used at the same time.
Specified applications can also be started up from the NS-Runtime.
1-2 About NS-Runtime
Other applications can be
overlapped on the screen data,
and they can be used at the same time.
Specified document file can be displayed
With the NS-Runtime, a specified PDF file can be displayed at the timing when an alarm
occurs or at a specified timing. Therefore, for example, a PDF file that describes alarm’s
causes and countermeasures can be displayed when an alarm occurs.
Furthermore, because specified applications can be started up from the NS-Runtime,
document data created with those applications and an NS-Runtime project can be displayed
at the same time.
1-3
1-2 About NS-Runtime
N
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To display the PDF file, Adobe Reader version 7.0 or higher must be installed in the
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operating environment of the NS-Runtime Software.
Displays a PDF file on a screen
1-2-2 NS-Runtime Specifications
NS-Runtime Specifications are listed below.
Item Specifications
Screen size NSA Series:
Other than NSA Series:
Connection method with host Host Link, Ethernet, Controller Link and Toolbus
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Communications with non-OMRON PLCs are not supported.
Methods for connecting to the Host, 1:1 NT Link and 1:N NT Links (Standard, High-Speed)
are not supported.
The NS-Runtime has functionality basically equivalent to that of NS-series PTs. There are
some differences, however, depending on differences between the PT and the NS-Runtime
environment, including operating system.
We recommend using the NS-Runtime with Ethernet.
1024 x 768 dots max.
3840 x 2400 dots max.
1-4
1-2-3 System Configuration
This section describes the system configuration used for the NS-Runtime.
The NS-Runtime runs on Windows XP or Vista and the NSA Series.
Keypad, Mouse
Bar Code Reader
Reads bar codes as
text string data.
Host
RS-232C cable (15 m max.)
RS-422A cable (500 m max.)
RS-232C/422A Adapter
Ethernet cable
Personal computer
Computer running
Windows XP or Vista
Twisted- pair cable
Controller Link
Interface Unit
Enables Controller Link
communications with a
host.
NS-Runtime
1-2 About NS-Runtime
Personal computer
Computer running Windows 98,
NT, Me, 2000, XP, or Vista
CX- Designer
Data Transfer via
Memory Card
Printer
Printer that can be used
with Windows XP or Vista.
NSA Series and
NS-Runtime
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The computer must support RS-442A to be able to connect using RS-422A.
1-5
1-3 CX-Designer Menu List
1-3 CX-Designer Menu List
The NS-Runtime has the following pull-down menus that are different from CX-Designer’s.
Menus not described here are the same as the existing CX-Designer’s menus.
File Menu
There are following changes in the File Menu.
Item Function Reference
Creates new projects. The NSA12/15-TX01[] and
New project
Print
Data Transfer Security This menu cannot be used. −
the NS-Runtime are added.
Select the NS-Runtime when using the NSRuntime in an environment other than NSA Series.
Document Table Setting is added to the Print Item
Details.
3-1
−
• Edit Menu
There is no change in the Edit Menu.
• Find Menu
There is no change in the Find Menu.
• View Menu
There is a following change in the View Menu.
Item Function Reference
Show Touch Points This menu cannot be used. −
• PT Menu
There are following changes in the PT Menu.
Item Function Reference
When the CX-Designer and NS-Runtime is
Transfer
System Setting
Alarm/Event Setting
Data Log Setting Always logging can be set up to 160,000 points. 4-4
Document Table Setting
Screen/Sheet Properties
installed in the same environment, a function to
copy project data to the NS-Runtime project
storage folder will be added.
Sets an NS-Runtime’s parameter operating.
The following changes are made.
-A folder can be specified to save history data.
-Maximum screen size can be set.
Registers and modifies the alarm/event.
Setting items for the display document table are
added, which enables to show on a document
display object when an alarm occurs.
Registers document files (PDF files) to display on
document display objects.
Setting ranges were changed as follows.
-NSA Series: 1024 x 768 dots max.
-Other than NSA Series: 3840 x 2400 dots max.
6-1
3-2
4-3
4-2
3-3
1-6
1-3 CX-Designer Menu List
• Functional Objects Menu
There are the following changes in the Functional Objects Menu.
Item Function Reference
Video Display This menu cannot be used. −
This is a newly added functional object that
Document Display
displays specified document files (PDF files).
Select this Document Display to start creating.
4-2
• Fixed Objects Menu
There is no change in the Fixed Objects Menu.
• Tools Menu
There is the following change in the Tools Menu.
Item Function Reference
An NS-series project can be converted into the
Convert
NSA12/15-TX01[] or the NS-Runtime.
The NS-Runtime is used when using the project
data in an environment other than the NSA Series.
3-5
• Window Menu
There is no change in the Window Menu.
• Help Menu
There is no change in the Help Menu.
1-7
1-4 Comparison between the NS Series and the NS-Runtime
1-4 Comparison between the NS Series and the NS-Runtime
There are the following differences between the NS Series and NS-Runtime.
Functions may differ between when the NS-Runtime runs on the NSA Series and when it
runs on an environment other than the NSA Series.
Items related to Hardware, communications and data transfer
Item NS Series
Resolution
Connectable PLCs
Connection Method to
the Host
Connection to the
Temperature
Controller
Connection to
another company’s
PLC
Connection to the
Barcode Reader
Transferring project
data to the NS
Series/NS-Runtime
800 X 600 dots max.
(When using NS12)
Any of the following
Series: C, CV, CS,
CJ, CP, or NSJ
-1:1 NT Link
-1:N NT Link
(Standard,
High-Speed)
-Ethernet
-Controller Link
(When mounting
Controller Link I/F
unit)
-Host Link
-Memory Link
Provided Not Provided
-Mitsubishi FX Series
PLCs
-SIEMENS S7-300
Series PLCs
-OMRON Trajexia
Motion Controller
-Yaskawa MP-series
Machine Controller
-Yaskawa Varispeed
F7 Inverter or VS mini
V7 Servo Drive
-Mitsubishi Q/QnAseries Sequences
Barcode Reader can
be connected to
Serial Ports.
-Serial
-Ethernet
-Modem
-Controller Link
-USB
-Memory Card
-Data Transfer using
SPMA
NSA Series Other than NSA Series
1024 X 768 dots
max.
Any of the following Series: CV, CS, CJ, CP, or NSJ
-Ethernet
-Controller Link (When mounting Controller Link I/F
unit)
-Host Link
-Toolbus
Not Provided
Barcode Reader can be connected to USB Ports.
-Memory Card
-When the CX-Designer and NS-Runtime is
installed in the same environment, project data
that is being edited can be copied to the NSRuntime’s project storage folder using CXDesigner’s transfer function.
NS-Runtime
3840 X 2400 dots max.
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Data from other devices can be accessed from an application on a computer by going through
the networks. This is referred to as SPMA (Single Port Multi Access).
To communicate on a Controller Link network, a 3G8F7-CLK21-V1, 3G8F7-CLK12-V1, or
3G8F7-CLK52-V1 Controller Link Support Board must be installed in advance in the NSRuntime’s operating environment. Refer to the Controller Link Support Boards for PCI Bus
Installation Guide (Cat. No. W467) for information on mounting and setting methods.
To communicate on an Ethernet network, set the conversion table in the communications
settings of the CX-Designer.
NS-Runtime Overall Operations
Item NS Series
Project Startup Power ON -
Exiting projects Power OFF
Inputting characters
and numerals using a
hardware keyboard
Not Supported.
NSA Series Other than NSA Series
-Exits from the system menu or by operating
screen.
-Turns ON the system memory $SB63
The system menu has below two exit functions.
-Exits the NS-Runtime only
(Operating system will not end)
-Exits the NS-Runtime and operating system.
(The system ends.)
Possible when a
hardware keyboard is
mounted.
NS-Runtime
Executes the NSRuntime
Supported.
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System Menu
Item NS Series
-
Press two of four
corners on a
Displaying the system
menu
Memory card transfer Provided. Provided.
Device monitor
Displaying capture
data
PLC data trace Provided. The CX-Programmer can start up.
Starting External
Applications
Resizing window Not Provided. Window can be resized from the system menu.
Exit
NS Series/NSRuntime
Confirming Screen
Data
screen
-
Start up from a
command button
-
Storing 4002 in
$SW0
Provided. The CX-Programmer and the Switchbox Utility
Provided.
Ladder monitor and
Programming Console
can start up.
Not Provided.
When an address is
displayed, the
allocated unit number
and communications
settings can be
displayed for the SAP
library.
NS-Runtime
NSA Series Other than NSA Series
-Double click on one of four corners.
-Start up from a command button.
can start up.
Not Provided.
The CX-Programmer and the Switchbox Utility
can start up.
The NS-Runtime can be exited from the system
menu.
Not Provided.
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System Settings and Project Properties
NS-Runtime
Item
Set whether
Changing value
of Device Monitor
Specifying a save
destination of history
data
Video
Printer Settings
Pop-up Menu Show Delimiter is supported. No Show Delimiter function
Advanced PT
operation settings
NT compatibility for
system memory
Initializing system
memory at startup
Connecting to a serial
port while ignoring
communications
errors on the other
serial port
enable/disable to
change value from
device monitor
No specification function.
Make video display settings
including selecting video
board
Make settings of a printer to
connect with the PT.
Option settings are supported
for switching screens.
It is possible to select system
memory allocations
compatible with the NT-series
PTs.
It is possible to select either
starting up with the previously
displayed screen and label
number, or starting up with the
startup screen set in the
system settings and the labels
set in the project properties.
It is possible to select either
displaying “Connecting” when
serial port A or B has not
connected at startup, or to go
ahead and perform
communications with only the
host that is connected.
NS Series
NSA Series
The NS-Runtime does not support the
device monitor function.
Specify a folder to save data.
The NS-Runtime does not support the
video display function.
No printer setting. (Printer specified with
the operating system will be used.)
Not Provided.
Not Provided.
Not Provided.
With the NS-Runtime, the startup screen
set in the system settings and the labels
set in the project properties are always
used at startup.
Not Provided.
With the NS-Runtime, only graphics,
labels, and other parts that do not require
communications will be displayed if serial
port A or B is not connected.
Other than NSA
Series
NNoottee
Note
The NS-Runtime does not support the Device Monitor. However the CX-Programmer and the
Switchbox Utility can be started up from the NS-Runtime. They can be substituted for NS Series
Device Monitor, Ladder Monitor and Programming Console.
The procedure for installing a printer driver in Windows XP differs from the NSA Series. When
using a printer with the NSA Series, please contact your OMRON representative.
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Functional Objects and History Functions
Item
Document Display -
Video Display Provided Not Provided
Alarm/Event Settings
Data Log
NS Series
- PDF files (document table number) can be specified
Always Logging
Points:
50,000 points max.
NS-Runtime
NSA Series Other than NSA Series
The Document Display Object can be used with the
NS-Runtime to display PDF files.
PDF files to be displayed can be registered in the
Document Table Setting of the CX-Designer.
to display on document display objects when alarms
or events occur.
Always Logging Points: 160,000 points max.
Macros
Item
Macro Functions -
NS Series
NSA Series Other than NSA Series
Thirty-one macro functions are added to the NSRuntime, including the module startup, string
manipulation and window manipulation.
NS-Runtime
SAP Library
Item
Temperature
Controllers
-
NS Series
NSA Series Other than NSA Series
SAP Library parts that connect to Temperature
Controllers through NS direction connections are not
supported.
NS-Runtime
NNoottee
Note
Normal operation though SAP Library parts may not be possible if the baud rate is too slow.
Increase the baud rate if necessary.
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System Memory (
Item NS Series
$SB4 (Battery Low
Notification)
$SB6 to $SB8
(Backlight Brightness
Adjustment)
$SB9
(Backlight Control)
$SB10 (Backlight
Flash Control)
$SB11
(Backlight Status)
$SB12 to $SB 14
(Buzzer)
$SB15
(Control of Video)
$SB16, $SB17
(Processing Priority
Registration)
$SB20 to $SB23
(Contrast Adjustment)
$SB24 (Video
Capture)
$SB25
(Start
Printing/Capture
Screen)
$SB26(Stop Printing)
$SB27
(Test Pattern Printing)
$SB28
(Printer Head
Cleaning)
$SB29
(Update Printer
Status)
$SB30 (Printer Busy
Status/Capture Busy
Status)
$SB31(Notification of
Printer Error/Capture
Screen Error
$SB53(Prohibit
Starting
Screen Saver)
$SB63
(Exits NS-Runtime)
•: Available, X: Not Available, *: Functions differ)
NS-Runtime
NSA Series Other than NSA Series
x
* Windows’ desktop will be captured/printed.
* Beep Sound
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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Although HR512 to HR1535 can be accessed from the NS-Runtime, these words can be used
only for function block instances. They cannot be used in user programming.
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Section 2
Setting up, Starting up and Exiting the NS-Runtime
The NS-Runtime is application software that runs on Windows XP or Vista.
This section describes how to install the NS-Runtime on Windows XP or Vista. It also describes
methods of starting and exiting the NS-Runtime.
2-1 Preparations for Installation............................................................................................. 2-2
2-2 Installing the NS-Runtime................................................................................................ 2-3
2-3 Uninstallation Procedure................................................................................................ 2-11
2-4 Starting the NS-Runtime ................................................................................................ 2-13
2-5 Ending the NS-Runtime ................................................................................................. 2-14
2-6 User Interface................................................................................................................. 2-16
2-1 Preparations for Installation
2-1 Preparations for Installation
The system requirements for the NS-Runtime when using it in an environment other than the
NSA Series are given in the following table.
Item Requirement
Operating system (OS) Windows XP SP2 or higher, or Windows Vista
CPU Celeron 1GHz or higher (Recommended)
Memory 256 MB minimum
Hard disk Approx. 50 MB or more available space
* When the CX-Server is not installed, 280MB available space is
additionally required.
Disk Drive CD-ROM drive
Install the following software when necessary.
Item Details
Adobe Reader version 7.0 or
higher
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When using the document display function, do not install Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Reader
(Acrobat Reader) versions lower than version 7.0 in the NS-Runtime environment.
For details on the document display, refer to 4-2 Document Display.
You must be logged in as a user with Administrators or Power Users privileges to use the NS-
Runtime and the CX-Designer.
Refer to the Readme file for information on restrictions when using Windows Vista and Adobe
Reader 8.
It is necessary when using the document display function.
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