Omron NT11 User Manual

Cat. No. V084-E1-01

NT11

Programmable Terminal

USER’S MANUAL

NT11

Programmable Terminal

User’s Manual

Produced January 2004

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Notice:

OMRON products are manufactured for use according to proper procedures by a qualified operator and only for the purposes described in this manual.

The following conventions are used to indicate and classify precautions in this manual. Always heed the information provided with them. Failure to heed precautions can result in injury to people or damage to property.

!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.

Note Indicates information of particular interest for efficient and convenient operation of the product.

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

OMRON, 2004

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form, or by any means, mechanical, electronic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of OMRON.

No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Moreover, because OMRON is constantly striving to improve its high-quality products, the information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. Nevertheless, OMRON assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained in this publication.

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	TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		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 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 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

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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

Safety Conventions and their Meanings

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.

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.

!WARNING Indicates information that, if not heeded, could possibly result in loss of life or serious injury.

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Safety Precautions

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Caution Indicates information that, if not heeded, could result in relatively serious or minor 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

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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 func-
	tion 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.
			A l a	r m
		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 dis-
		played 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
		PC/AT
		(support tools)

Screen data

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	Line 1 Status
(character string)
Characters (text)	Machine:NT11-SF121
	Product:137 units	Numeric value
		(Numeral table)
Bar graph	75%

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 num-
	bers can be changed by changing the data stored in the numeral table. Hexa-
	decimal values can also be displayed.
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 simulta-
	neously.
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	NT11-V1, NT11S		NT11S
	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.

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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						Numeric keys

Arrow 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 successfully 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

Can be connected to CPU Units and SRM1. However, connection is not possible to some models (pages 51 and 55).

RS-232C cable
(15 m max.)
An RS-422A/485 cable
(500 m max.) can be
connected through an
RS-232C/RS-422A	Personal computer
Adapter.
	Running Windows 95, 98,
	NT, 2000, Me, XP

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

Used to create screens for the NT11 at the personal computer and transfer them to the NT11, and to make NT11 settings.

System installer

Used to change the system program of the NT11.

•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 Support Tool (NT-ZJCAT1-EV4.7).

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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

Auxiliary relay area

Timer/counter

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.
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 following 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	NT11	PLC
(TIM003)

CIO/IR 0005

Numeral memory table entry 150 (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

•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.

				Screen 3
					NT11		PLC
				display
							PT status control area
							0003		Screen switch setting
							0050		Memory table entry
							1007		Copy setting
							8010		PT status control bits
			Numeral memory table entry 50
Copy			Numeral memory table entry 7

Printing 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.

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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.

	NT11		PLC
		Numeral memory table entry 13
12345678		12345678 PT status notify area

Currently display screen

Content update memory table entry

PT status

Allocated word (numeral table 13)

12345678	Start
	Start + 1

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.

Connect to the NT11.

Create the PLC program.

Start operation.

Set the DIP switches.

(page 18)

Install to the operation panel.

(page 19)

Connect the power supply.

(page 20)

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-	W202-E1-@
		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	SRM1 (-V2) Operation Manual	W318-E1-@
	Control Unit
	Programming Tools	SYSMAC Support Software Operation Manual: C-series PLCs	W248-E1-@
		SYSMAC Support Software Operation Manual: CVM1 PLCs	W249-E1-@
		SYSMAC CPT User Manual and Quick Start Guide	W332-E1-@
			W333-E1-@
		CX-Programmer Ver. 4 User Manual	W425-E1-@
	Host Link Unit/	SYSMAC C Series Host Link Unit System Manual	W143-E1-@
	Serial Communica-
		SYSMAC CVM1/CV Series Host Link Operation Manual	W205-E1-@
	tions Board
		SYSMAC C200HW-COM01 C200HW-COM02-V1 to C200HW-COM06-EV1 Com-	W304-E1-@
		munications Board Operation Manual

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Before Operating

Section 1-6

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SECTION 2

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

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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.

RUN LED

Lit when the communication status is normal.

Function keys

Used for direct notifications to the PLC.

Display

An LCD screen with a backlight.

Arrow keys

Used to select the 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.

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

Contrast control

Connect the printer cable here.

Use a fine phillips screwdriver.

(Interface conforms to Centronics specifications)

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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