Omron NT11 User Manual

Cat. No. V084-E1-01
NT11
Programmable Terminal
USER’S MANUAL

NT11 Programmable Terminal

User’s Manual
Produced January 2004
Notice:
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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.
!DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
!WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
!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 “Ch,” which appears in some displays and on some OMRON products, often means “word” and is abbreviated “Wd” in documentation in this sense.
The abbreviation “PLC” means Programmable Controller. “PC” is used, however, in some Program­ming Device displays to mean Programmable Controller.
“Host” means a personal computer that controls the NT11.
Visual Aids
The following headings appear in the left column of the manual to help you locate different types of information.
Ó OMRON, 2004
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form, o by any means, mechanical, electronic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission o 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.
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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi
1 Intended Audience. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
2 General Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
3 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
SECTION 1
Functions of the NT11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1-1 Getting Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1-2 Role and Operation of NT11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1-3 Functions of NT11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1-4 System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1-5 Direct Connection Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
1-6 Before Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
SECTION 2
Hardware Settings and Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2-1 Description of Parts and Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2-2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2-3 Connecting to the NT Support Tool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2-4 Connection to a PLC by the Host Link (RS-232C Type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2-5 Connection to a PLC by the Host Link (RS-422A Type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
2-6 Connection to a PLC by the NT Link (RS-232C Type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
2-7 Connection to a PLC by the NT Link (RS-422A Type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
2-8 Connecting a Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
SECTION 3
System Menu Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
3-1 Operation Flow by the System Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
3-2 Starting the NT11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
3-3 Operation Modes and the System Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
3-4 Initializing Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
3-5 Transferring the System Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
3-6 Registering the Screen Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
3-7 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PLC by Using the Memory Switches. 71
3-8 Starting the Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
3-9 Backlight OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
3-10 System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 4
NT11 Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
4-1 Outline of Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
4-2 Screen Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
4-3 Areas for Control/Notification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
4-4 Memory Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
4-5 Bar Graphs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
4-6 Numeral Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
4-7 Menu Screen Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
4-8 Password Screen Display Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
4-9 Display History Screen Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
4-10 Daily Report/Display History Printing Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
SECTION 5
Using Host Link/NT Link. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
5-1 Screen Creation Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
5-2 Outline of Host Link/NT Link Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
5-3 Memory Table Entries and Bar Graph. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
5-4 Numeral Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
5-5 NT11 Status Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
5-6 Notification of the Operating Status to the PLC (Determining the NT11 Operating Status) 132
SECTION 6
Troubleshooting and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
6-1 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
6-2 Responding to Displayed Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
6-3 Inspection and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Appendices
A Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
B Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
C Transporting and Storing the NT11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
D Making the Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
E Making the Cable for Connecting a Personal Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
F NT11 Internal Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
G Model List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
H Special Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Revision History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
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About this Manual:

This manual describes the basic functions and operation procedures of the NT-series programmable terminal NT11, its operations when connected to a PLC, and includes the sections described below.
Please read this manual carefully and be sure you understand the information provided before attempting to install and operate the NT-series programmable terminal NT11.
Section 1 describes the operation functions, system configuration, and the direct connection function of the NT11.
Section 2 describes the hardware settings, installation to an operation panel, connection to optional devices and PLC.
Section 3 describes the operation of the System Menu and the maintenance of the NT11. Section 4 describes the functions of the NT11 when it is connected to a PLC. Section 5 describes how to use the NT11 when it is connected to the PLC using the host link or NT
link.
Section 6 describes the procedures to follow when the NT11 does not operate correctly. APPENDIX describes the specifications and the method for making connecting cables, and includes
an area list for the PLC.
!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.

Related Manuals and Their Contents:

The related manuals are listed below. The @ symbol at the end of the manual number is the revision history symbol.
[Operating the programmable terminal and communicating with the host]
• NT11 Programmable Terminal User’s Manual (V084-E1-@)
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - -- - - -- - - - - This manual
This user’s manual is the manual for the NT11-V@ itself. The NT11 is a unit which integrates a programmable terminal body. This user’s manual describes the
functions and handling of the programmable terminal body.
[Creating and transferring screen data]
• NT-series Support Tool Operation Manual (V061-E1-@)
The screens displayed on the NT11 are created with the support tool and transferred to the NT11. This manual describes how to create and transfer screen data.
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PRECAUTIONS

This section provides general precautions for using the Programmable Terminal.
The information contained in this section is important for the safe and reliable application of the Programmable Terminal. You must read this section and understand the information contained before attempting to set up or operate a Programmable Terminal.
1 Intended Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
2 General Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
3 Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
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Intended Audience 1

1 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.

2 General Precautions

The user must operate the product according to the performance specifica­tions described in the user’s manuals.
Before using the product under conditions that 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 using the Programmable Terminal. Be sure to read this manual before attempting to use the software and keep this manual close at hand for reference during operation.
!WARNING It is extremely important that Programmable Terminals and related devices be
used for the specified purpose and under the specified conditions, especially in applications that can directly or indirectly affect human life. You must con­sult with your OMRON representative before applying Programmable Termi­nals to the above-mentioned applications.
!WARNING Do not use input functions such as PT touch switches for applications where
danger to human life or serious damage is possible, or for emergency switch applications.

3 Safety Precautions

Read these safety precautions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the Programmable Terminal so that you can use it safely and cor­rectly.
Safety Conventions and their Meanings
!WARNING Indicates information that, if not heeded, could possibly result in loss of life or
This user’s manual uses the following conventions and symbols to indicate cautions, warnings, and dangers in order to ensure safe use of the NT11. The cautions, warnings, and dangers shown here contain important informa­tion related to safety. The instructions in these cautions, warnings, and dan­gers must be observed.
The conventions used and their meanings are presented below.
serious injury.
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Safety Precautions 3
Caution Indicates information that, if not heeded, could result in relatively serious or mi-
nor injury, damage to the product, or faulty operation.
WARNING
Do not attempt to take the Unit apart and do not touch any internal parts while the power is being supplied. Doing either of these may result in electrical shock.
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Safety Precautions 3
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SECTION 1
Functions of the NT11
NT11 is a new programmable terminal (PT) which incorporates a host interface unit in a programmable terminal body. It can be easily installed and used.
This section gives the operation examples and characteristics of the NT11 so that you will understand the applications of the NT11.
1-1 Getting Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1-2 Role and Operation of NT11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1-2-1 Operations of NT11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1-3 Functions of NT11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1-3-1 Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1-3-2 Principal Functions of NT11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1-3-3 Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1-3-4 System Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1-4 System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1-4-1 Peripheral Devices That Can Be Connected. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1-5 Direct Connection Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1-5-1 NT Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1-5-2 Functions of the Allocated Bits and Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1-6 Before Operating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Getting Starting Section 1-1

1-1 Getting Starting

To ensure that the NT11 works correctly, carefully observe the following when installing and handling it.
Location Do not install the NT11 in a location subject to the following conditions;
• Near a computer, radio transmitter or receiver, etc.
• Dust, chemicals, or steam
• Severe temperature fluctuations
• High humidity and condensation
• Strong electrical or magnetic fields
• Poor ventilation
• Severe vibration
Handling Do not;
• Subject the NT11 to strong shocks or vibrations
• Put heavy objects on the NT11
• Supply a voltage different from the specified voltage
• Disassemble or modify the NT11
Cautions on Cleaning To clean the front panel, use a soft, dry cloth. If it is very dirty, use diluted (2%)
neutral detergent. Do not use volatile solvents such as benzene, thinner, or a chemically treated
cloth. Their use will cause deformation or discoloration.
Cautions on Afterimage If the same screen contents are kept displayed for a long time, an afterimage
may occur. To prevent this problem, either set the afterimage prevention func­tion or make a program which periodically changes the displayed screen.
Cautions on Operating the System Keys
Do not operate the system keys with sharply pointed objects, such as your fin­gernails or a screwdriver.
This could break the film.

1-2 Role and Operation of NT11

NT11 is a programmable terminal used to display and transmit the information in an FA site. The following gives a general description of the role and opera­tion of the NT11 for those who use a programmable terminal (PT) for the first time.
Production Line Status Monitoring
The NT11 displays real-time information about the system and equipment operating status, etc.
Line 1 Status Machine:NT11-SF121 Product: 137 units 75%
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Role and Operation of NT11 Section 1-2
Messages The NT11 warns of system or equipment failures and prompts the appropriate
remedial action.
Alarm
Assembly line B Positioning pin
Panel Switch Functions The NT11 can be used in place of external data input equipment such as an
operation panel, to transmit data to a PLC.
Positioning X-AXIS 100 point Y-AXIS 150 point Z-AXIS 80 point

1-2-1 Operations of NT11

Displays Screens The information to be displayed (screen data) can be created on a computer
by using support tools and stored in the NT11. The screen data can be dis­played on the NT11 in response to the instructions from a PLC or system keys operation.
PLC
The screen data designated by instructions from PLC or System keys operation is displayed.
Receives Data from a PLC NT11 can be connected to a PLC by a host link or NT link and receive neces-
sary data from the PLC.
Host link, NT link
PLC
OMRON's PLC
Sends Data to a PLC Data input through a numeric key can be sent to a PLC.
Numeric keys
PLC
ON/OFF information, numeric data, etc.
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Functions of NT11 Section 1-3
Screen Data The screen data to be displayed on the NT11 can be created by a computer
by using support tools. Connect the NT11 to an IBM PC/AT or compatible with an RS-232C cable so that the screen data are transferred to the NT11.
Create screen data.
RS-232C
Screen data
PC/AT (support tools)
This connection is made only to transmit the screen data by using NT11 and tools.

1-3 Functions of NT11

The NT11 has the following features and functions;

1-3-1 Features

Downsized Body • The NT11 has the thinnest depth (31 mm or less in the panel) in the NT
series.
• It is very compact, with a width of 218 mm and a height of 113 mm.
• Features three ports: for RS-232C, RS-422A, and printer output.
• The tool connectors and the PLC communication connectors are used in common.
Construction Best Suited to the FA Environment
• Easy-to-read screen even in direct sunlight.
• Waterproofed to a standard equivalent to IP65 and NEMA4.
160 dots
64 dots
Wide angle of visibility ±20°
A Host I/F Unit, Screen Data Memory, and a system program transfer ROM are All Incorporated
• There is no complicated installation work except a simple connection to a PLC.
• A flash memory is used for the screen data memory. There is no need of backup battery.
• A host link (direct), and an NT link are standard equipment.
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Functions of NT11 Section 1-3

1-3-2 Principal Functions of NT11

Functions Related to the Data Display
Character display Characters of standard and double-width can be displayed. Characters can flash or be highlighted.
Memory data display Contents of the character-string memory table and the numeral memory table can be
displayed. The memory table contents can be changed from the PLC.
Bar graph display Bar graphs corresponding to the contents of the numeral table can be displayed.
Functions Related to the Data Input
Input by the system key Data can be input, and the displayed screen
changed, by using the numeric keys, function keys, and arrow keys on the panel of the NT11.
Numeric setting function The numeric values can be input at the operation site by the system key and sent to the PLC.
Other Functions
Communications with a PLC The host link, NT link is used to connect to a PLC for data communication.
System function
The system setting and maintenance can be executed by using the System Menu on the screen.
Screen data creation The screen data can be created by using support tools on the computer
and stored in the unit.
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Functions of NT11 Section 1-3

1-3-3 Displays

The NT11 can display elements such as characters, numeric value, and bar graphs on a screen. The screen data displayed on the NT11 are created by using support tools on a computer.
Characters (character string)
Characters (text)
Bar graph
Characters (text) Characters and marks which do not need to be changed can be written
directly to the screen.
Characters (character-string memory table)
Character-strings stored in the character-string memory table are displayed. The display characters can be changed by changing the data stored in the character-string memory table.
Numeric Values (numeral memory table)
Numbers stored in the numeral memory table are displayed. The display num­bers can be changed by changing the data stored in the numeral table. Hexa­decimal values can also be displayed.
Line 1 Status
Machine:NT11-SF121 Product:137 units 75%
Numeric value (Numeral table)
Bar Graphs The bar graph extends and contracts in proportion to the data stored in the
numeral memory table. A percentage value can also be displayed simulta­neously.
Marks Marks can be designed, created, and handled like characters by the user.
Comparison with the NT11S
Model NT11 NT11S
Basic performance Dimensions 218 x 113 x 38.2 mm (W x H x D)
Resolution 160 x 64 dots (4.24 inches) Effective display area 100 x 40 mm Display color Black & white (with yellow mode) Panel cut-out size (W x H) 204.2 x 98.8 mm Max. number of registered screens 250 Screen data capacity 32 KB Function keys 4 Other Keys Numeric Keys, Cursor Keys, Function Keys
Special functions Emergency transfer mode* DIP switch pin 3 None
Backlight service life 50,000 hours min. 10,000 hours min.
Communications Host Link Speed Up to 115,200 9,600/19,200
Compatibility (Screen data types that can be used.)
* Emergency transfer mode: When power to the NT11 is turned ON with DIP
switch pin 3 turned ON, data transfer mode will be entered directly without any other operation.
NT11-V1, NT11S NT11S
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Functions of NT11 Section 1-3

1-3-4 System Keys

The NT11 has system keys on its panel for input functions. The system keys are used for inputting numerical values and for notifications
to the PLC. The system keys can be classified into the three types shown below.
- Numeric keys
- Arrow keys
- Function keys
NT11
Screen display
Function keys
Arrow keys
Numeric keys
• Numeric keys These are the numeral keys from [0] to [9], the decimal point key [.], the sign key [+/–], the [CLR] key and the [ENTER] key. These keys are used for inputting numerical values.
• Arrow keys Used to select the required numerical value input field when there is more than one on the screen.
• Function keys Used for notifications from the NT11 to the PLC. Also used to switch between the RUN mode and the system menu when the power is switched on.
!Caution Do not use input functions such as PT function keys for applications where
danger to human life or serious property damage is possible, or as the emer­gency stop switch.
!Caution If function keys are pressed in rapid succession, their inputs may not be suc-
cessfully received. Confirm that the input of a function key has been success­fully received before moving on to the next operation.
!Caution Do not press function keys carelessly while the backlight is off or while nothing
is displayed on the screen. Otherwise the system may operate unpredictably. Only press function keys after confirming system safety.
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System Configuration Section 1-4

1-4 System Configuration

This section shows the configuration of a system that uses an NT11. For details on product models, refer to Appendix G Model List (page 159).

1-4-1 Peripheral Devices That Can Be Connected

The following peripheral devices can be connected to an NT11.
Host
Controls the NT11 as required while controlling machines and monitoring the production line.
Host Link: CS-series/CJ-series/C-series PLCs, CVM1/CV-series PLCs, SRM1 Can be connected to CPU Units, Host Link Units, and SRM1. However, connection is not possible to some models of CPU Unit and SRM1
(pages 23 and 39).
NT Link: C-series PLCs, CVM1/CV-series PLCs, SRM1
RS-232C cable (15 m max.) An RS-422A/485 cable (500 m max.) can be connected through an RS-232C/RS-422A Adapter.
Can be connected to CPU Units and SRM1. However, connection is not possible to some models
Personal computer
Running Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, Me, XP
(pages 51 and 55).
NT Support Tool
Used to create screens for the NT11 at the personal computer and transfer them to the NT11, and to make NT11 settings.
NT11
Displays production line monitoring and commands to the operation site, and notifies the switch ON/OFF status and numeric value inputs to the host.
• NT Support Tool (page 22)
NT-series Support Tool Version 4.7 for Windows (Made by OMRON)
• NT-ZJCAT1-EV4.7 (CD-ROM version for IBM PC/AT or compatible computers)
• System installer (page 22)
System Installer (made by OMRON) The System Installer is supplied as a standard accessory with the NT Sup-
port Tool (NT-ZJCAT1-EV4.7).
System installer
Used to change the system program of the NT11.
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Direct Connection Function Section 1-5

1-5 Direct Connection Function

The communication method applied between the NT11 and the PLC is either a host link or NT link.
The NT11 can be used to refer to the contents necessary for the display infor­mation or to allocate the bits and words used for storing the input data to any area in the PLC. The NT11 can directly write and read such allocated bits and words so as to change the display elements, control the operating status, and notify the status.
This function is called the “direct connection function”. The NT11 is designed exclusively for use with the direct connection.
The bits and words allocated by the direct connection function are called “allo­cated bit” and “allocated word” respectively.
This function allows to read the information to be displayed on the NT11 from the memory area in the PLC and to write it to the memory table in the NT11. Also, the data input on the NT11 can be written to the PLC’s memory area. The NT11 screen status can be switched according to the PLC’s memory area, and the NT11’s status data can be written to the PLC’s memory area.
NT11 PLC
Data memory area Internal relay area
Features of the Direct Connection Function
• The bits and words referring to operating status and work instruction infor­mation and those for storing input data can be freely allocated to almost any part of the PLC memory. Bits and words in the PLC can be refer­enced from any memory table.
• The NT11 can directly refer to PLC bit and word data so that it can be connected to a PLC without changing the PLC program which controls currently running production line.
• The area to control and notify the NT11 status, including display screens, ON/OFF of the backlight, and printing of daily reports and display histo­ries, can be freely allocated to any part of the PLC memory.
The direct connection function allows the NT11 to directly read and write almost all bits and words in the PLC and to automatically change the NT11 screen display. This function can reduce the load on the PLC so that the pro­gram development efficiency of the PLC improves.

1-5-1 NT Link

The NT link is a new communication method applied between the NT11 and a PLC.
The NT link uses the direct connection function and can execute high speed communications with a CPU (built-in NT link) of the CQM1, C200HS, and other PLCs.
Auxiliary relay area
Timer/counter
Features of the NT Link • High speed communications with specific types of PLCs can be executed.
• Writing in units of bits to the PLC memory area is possible. (*)
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Direct Connection Function Section 1-5
)
• This can be used even when the PLC is in the RUN mode. (*) Except a DM area.
The NT link is compatible with the host link. The NT11 screen data and the PLC programs handled by the host link direct connection can be used with for the NT link as they are.

1-5-2 Functions of the Allocated Bits and Words

Elements displayed on the NT11 and the NT11 status can be allocated to the bits and words of the PLC. By changing the contents of the bits and words, the NT11 can be controlled by the PLC. It is also possible to send data to the PLC by pressing the function keys on the panel of the NT11.
• Controlling the NT11 by a PLC The following NT11 functions can be controlled by a PLC. Screens: Display of designated screens, confirmation of screen
numbers, etc.
Memory tables: Writing to a memory table, copying from a memory table
to another memory table, etc.
System control: ON/OFF of backlight, control of output of daily reports and
display histories at a printer.
• Notifying from the NT11 to a PLC Data in the NT11 is sent to a PLC when a numeric key is pressed. The fol-
lowing types of data are sent to a PLC.
- NT11 status
- Password input status
- Numeric values input by the numeral keys
- Function key input status
Functions of Display Elements
• Numeral memory table Allocation destination: Word
Numeral memory table entry 1 (TIM003)
Numeral memory table entry 150 (CIO/IR 0005
NT11
PLC
CIO/IR 0005
Allocate numeral memory table entries to arbitrary words in the PLC. If word contents change when corresponding numeral memory table entry is dis­played on the screen, the value on the screen will also change. Monitoring of words can also be made easily.
Reading and writing are executed so that the contents of allocated words are always the same as those of the numeral memory table entries.
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Direct Connection Function Section 1-5
g
• Character-string memory table Allocation destination: Word
NT11 PLC
("a", "b") ("c", "d") ("e", "f")
Character-string memory table entry 1 Number of allocated words: 3 First word: DM0100
Allocate character-string memory table entries to arbitrary words in the PLC. If word contents change when corresponding character-string memory table entry is displayed on the screen, the value on the screen will also change. Messages can be displayed easily.
Reading and writing are executed so that the contents of allocated words are always the same as those of the character-string memory table entries.
Functions of the PT Status Control Area (PLC to NT11)
The “PT status control area” is used to control the NT11 status. When data is written to this area in the PLC, the NT11 reads the contents and operates according to the contents.
[Example of the PT status control area application]
When data is written to the PT status control area, the NT11 will operate as given below.
Copy
Screen 3 display
Numeral memory table entry 50
Numeral memory table entry 7
Printin
NT11
of daily reports or display histories
Functions of the PT Status Notify Area (NT11 to PLC)
The “PT status notify area” is used to notify the changes of the NT11 status. When a change is made in the NT11 status, the change is written to this area
in the PLC. By reading the data from the area, the NT11 status can be checked.
PLC
PT status control area
0003 0050 1007 8010
Screen switch setting Memory table entry
Copy setting PT status control bits
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Before Operating Section 1-6
[Example of the PT status notify area application]
When a change is made in the NT11 status, such change will be notified to the PT status notify area as mentioned below.
12345678

1-6 Before Operating

Follow the procedure given below to start the system of the NT11.
PLC NT11 Support tool
Check and change the PLC settings.
· For the host link, refer
to page 22 and the manuals for the host link unit and peripheral tools.
· For the NT link, refer to
page 50.
NT11
Numeral memory table entry 13
12345678
12345678
Set the DIP switches.
(page 18)
Install to the operation panel.
(page 19)
Connect the power sup­ply.
(page 20)
PLC
PT status notify area
Currently display screen Content update memory table entry PT status
Allocated word (numeral table 13)
Start Start + 1
Connect to the NT11.
Create the PLC program.
Start operation.
Connect to the PLC.
· (Host link: page 22)
· (NT link: page 50)
Check the settings and communications.
Transfer the screen data.
(page 69)
Install the support tool in the computer.
Transfer the system program by using the system transfer tool.
Create the screens.
(refer to Section 4 and the manuals for the support tools)
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Before Operating Section 1-6
Reference Use support tool NT-series Support Tool (NT-ZJCAT1-EV4.7).
!Caution Carefully check the operation of all screen data and host programs before
using them. Otherwise the system may operate unpredictably.
Refer to the following manuals for the equipment and software.
Device or Software Manual Title Cat. No.
NT11 User’s Manual V084-E1-@ System Installer NT-series Support Tool for Windows (Ver. 4.7) Operation Manual V061-E1-@ NT Support Tool NT-series Support Tool for Windows (Ver. 4.7) Operation Manual V061-E1-@ PLC SYSMAC CPM1 Operation Manual W262-E1-@
SYSMAC CPM1A Operation Manual W317-E1-@ SYSMAC CPM2A Operation Manual W352-E1-@ SYSMAC CPM2C Operation Manual W356-E1-@ SYSMAC C200H Operation Manual (for CPU01/03/11) (Programming) W130-E1-@ SYSMAC C200H Operation Manual (for CPU21/23/31) (Programming) W217-E1-@ SYSMAC C200HS Installation Guide W236-E1-@ SYSMAC C200HS Operation Manual (Programming) W235-E1-@ SYSMAC C200HX/HG/HE (-Z) Installation Guide W302-E1-@ SYSMAC C200HX/HG/HE Operation Manual W303-E1-@ SYSMAC C200HX/HG/HE-Z Operation Manual W322-E1-@ SYSMAC CQM1/CPM1/CPM1A/SRM1 Programming Manual W228-E1-@ SYSMAC CQM1H Operation Manual W363-E1-@ SYSMAC CVM1/CV500/CV1000/CV2000/CVM1 Operation Manual: Ladder Dia-
grams CS Series Programmable Controllers Operation Manual W339-E1-@ CJ Series CJ1G-CPU@@-E Programmable Controllers Operation Manual W393-E1-@ CS/CJ Series Programming Manual W394-E1-@ CS/CJ Series Serial Communications Boards/Units Operation Manual W336-E1-@ SYSMAC CQM1H Series Serial Communications Board Operation Manual W365-E1-@
CompoBus Master Control Unit
Programming Tools SYSMAC Support Software Operation Manual: C-series PLCs W248-E1-@
Host Link Unit/ Serial Communica­tions Board
SRM1 (-V2) Operation Manual W318-E1-@
SYSMAC Support Software Operation Manual: CVM1 PLCs W249-E1-@ SYSMAC CPT User Manual and Quick Start Guide W332-E1-@
CX-Programmer Ver. 4 User Manual W425-E1-@ SYSMAC C Series Host Link Unit System Manual W143-E1-@ SYSMAC CVM1/CV Series Host Link Operation Manual W205-E1-@ SYSMAC C200HW-COM01 C200HW-COM02-V1 to C200HW-COM06-EV1 Com-
munications Board Operation Manual
W202-E1-@
W333-E1-@
W304-E1-@
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Before Operating Section 1-6
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Hardware Settings and Connections
This section describes the settings of the NT11, connections to a PLC, and other hardware settings.
2-1 Description of Parts and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2-1-1 Description of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2-1-2 DIP Switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2-2 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2-2-1 Installation to the Operation Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2-2-2 Power Supply Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2-2-3 Wiring the Ground Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2-3 Connecting to the NT Support Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2-4 Connection to a PLC by the Host Link (RS-232C Type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2-4-1 Compatible PLCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
2-4-2 Connecting the NT11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2-4-3 PLC Switch Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
2-5 Connection to a PLC by the Host Link (RS-422A Type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
2-5-1 Compatible PLCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
2-5-2 Parts Required for Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
2-5-3 Method for Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
2-5-4 Connector Specifications and Wiring for Each Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
2-5-5 PLC Switch Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
2-6 Connection to a PLC by the NT Link (RS-232C Type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
2-6-1 Compatible PLCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
2-6-2 Connecting the NT11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
2-7 Connection to a PLC by the NT Link (RS-422A Type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
2-8 Connecting a Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
2-8-1 How to Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
SECTION 2
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Description of Parts and Settings Section 2-1

2-1 Description of Parts and Settings

Before getting to the operation, confirm the names and functions of parts. Also set the DIP switches on the NT11.

2-1-1 Description of Parts

Front View
POWER LED Lit when the
power is supplied.
Arrow keys Used to select the
RUN LED Lit when the
communication status is normal.
required numerical value input field when there is more than one on the screen.
Numeric keys Used for inputting
numerical values on screens that require numerical value input.
Function keys Used for direct
notifications to the PLC.
Display An LCD screen with a backlight.
Reference The NT11 comes in two body colors.
• NT11-SF121-EV1:Beige
• NT11-SF121B-EV1:Black
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Description of Parts and Settings Section 2-1
Rear View
Connector for parallel interface connection Connect the printer cable here. (Interface conforms to Centronics specifications)
Contrast control Use a fine phillips screwdriver. Turn clockwise to increase the brightness.
DIP switch Set various system statuses with these switches.
RS-422A terminal block Connect the PLC cable here.
Power input terminals Connect the power to the NT11 at these terminals.
RS-232C connector Connect the cable that connects the PLC or support tool here.
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