OMRON NT11S User Manual

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Cat No. V029-E1-2

NT11S

Programmable Terminal

OPERATION MANUAL

OMRON Corporation PT Business Promotion Department FA Division H.Q.

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NT-series Programmable Terminal

Operation Manual

Produced June 1997

OMRON Product References

All OMRON products are capitalized inthis manual. The word“Unit” is alsocapitalizedwhen itreferstoan 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 “PC” means Programmable Controller and is not used as an abbreviation for anything else.

The abbreviation “Host” means PC that controls NT11S.

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, 1997

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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRECAUTIONS xi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1 Intended Audience xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 General Precautions xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 Safety Precautions xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 1

Functions of the NT11S 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-1 Getting Starting 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-2 Role and Operation of NT11S 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-3 Functions of NT11S 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-4 System Configuration 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-5 Direct Connection Function 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-6 Before Operating 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 2

Hardware Settings and Connections 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-1 Description of Parts and Settings 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-2 Installation 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-3 Connecting to the Support Tool 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-4 Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-232C Type) 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-5 Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-422A Type) 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-6 Connection to a PC by the NT Link 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-7 Connecting a Printer 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 3

System Menu Operation 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-1 Operation Flow by the System Menu 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-2 Starting the NT11S 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-3 Operation Modes and the System Menu 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-4 Initializing Memory 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-5 Transferring the System Program 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-6 Registering the Screen Data 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-7 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC

by Using the Memory Switches 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-8 Starting the Operation 62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-9 Backlight OFF 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-10 System Maintenance 65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 4

NT11S Functions 71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-1 Creating and Transmitting Screen Data 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-2 Outline of Functions 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-3 Screen Display 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-4 Memory Tables 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-5 Bar Graphs 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-6 Numeral Setting 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-7 Menu Screen Function 87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-8 Password Screen Display Function 88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-9 Display History Screen Function 90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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4-10 Daily Report/Display History Printing Function 91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 5

Using Host Link/NT Link 95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-1 Outline of Host Link / NT Link Operation 96. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-2 Memory Tables and Bar Graph 106. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-3 Numeral Setting 119. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-4 NT11S Status Control 122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-5 Notification of the Operating Status to the PC

(Determining the NT11S Operating Status) 126. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 6

Troubleshooting and Maintenance 131. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-1 Hardware Faults 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-2 Responding to Displayed Error Messages 133. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-3 Inspection and Cleaning 137. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

APPENDICES 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A. Specifications 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B. Dimensions 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C. NT11S Installation Environment 145. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D. Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

E. Making the Cable for Connection to the Support Tool 155. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

F. NT11S Internal Processing 156. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

G. Model List 158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H. PC Memory Map 160. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

I. Special Characters 161. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

INDEX 163. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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About this Manual:

This manual describes the basicfunctions and operation proceduresof the NT-seriesprogrammable terminal NT11S, its operations when connected to a PC, and includes the sections described below.

Please readthismanualcarefully andbe sureyouunderstand the information provided beforeattempting to install and operate the NT-series programmable terminal NT11S.

Section 1 describes the operation functions, system configuration, and the direct connection function of the NT11S.

Section 2 describes the hardware settings, installation to an operation panel, connection to optional devices and PC.

Section 3 describes the operation of the System Menu and the maintenance of the NT11S. Section 4 describes the functions of the NT11S when it is connected to a PC. Section 5 describes how to use the NT11S when it is connected to the PC using the host link or NT link. Section 6 describes the procedures to follow when the NT11S does not operate correctly. APPENDIX describes the specifications and the method for making connecting cables, and includes an

area list for the PC.

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safety Precautions

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).

S Personnel in charge of installing FA systems. S Personnel in charge of designing FA systems. S 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 operation manuals. Before usingthe product under conditions which arenot desctibed 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 forusingthe 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 orindirectlyaffect human life. You must consultwith your OMRON representative before applying Programmable Terminals to the abovementioned applications.

WARNING Donot useinput functions suchas PT touch switches for applications wheredan-

ger to humanlifeorserious damageis possible,or for emergency switchapplications.

3 Safety Precautions

Read thesesafetyprecautions carefullyand makesure youunderstand thembefore using the Programmable Terminal so that you canuse it safely andcorrectly.

Safety Conventions and This operation manual uses the following conventions and symbols to indicate their Meanings cautions, warnings, and dangers in order to ensure safe use of the PT. The cau-

tions, 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.

DANGER! Indicates information that, if not heeded, is likely to result in loss of life orserious

injury.

WARNING Indicates information that, if not heeded, could possibly result in loss of life or se-

rious injury.

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CAUTION Indicates information that,ifnot heeded,could resultin relativelyserious orminor

injury, damage to the product, or faulty operation.

CAUTION S Do notuse inputfunctions suchas PTfunction keysfor applications wheredan-

ger to human life or serious property damage is possible, or as the emergency stop switch.

S On unpacking the unit, check its external appearanceand confirm that there is

no damage. Also confirm that there is no abnormal noise on shaking the unit lightly. The product may malfunction if it is damaged.

S The thickness of applicable operation panel is 1.6 mm to 4.8 mm. All futtings

must be tightened uniformly to a torque of 0.5 to 0.6 N m in order to ensure water- anddust-resistence. The panelmustnot be soiledorwarped, andmust be able to support an installation that will remain secure and strong.

S During work at the panel, take care to ensure that no metal scraps enter the

unit. Otherwise, the product may malfunction.

S Carefully check the wiring before switching ON the power.

S Do not connect AC power to the DC terminals.

S Use DC power supplies with low voltage and frequency fluctuations.

S For the connection to the power supply terminal block, twisted wires of 2 mm

or greater cross sectional area and M 3.5 size crimp terminals must be used. Tighten the screws on the terminal block to a torque of 0.5 N m. Otherwise fire may occur.

S After connecting a communication cable, always secure it with the screws.

Otherwise the cable may disconnect, causing operation to fail.

S The cable’s tensile load is 30 N. Do not subject it to loads greater than this.

Otherwise a discontinuity may occur, causing operation to fail.

S Switch off the NT11S power supply before connecting or disconnecting a con-

nector.

S If the connection cable is connected or disconnected while the power of the

printer ison,the NT11S may malfunction. Make suretoturnoff thepowerof the printer before connecting or disconnecting the connection cable.

S In addition to the DIP switches, set also the “Comm. Method”, “Host Link

Speed”, “Auto-restart”, etc.at thememoryswitches. Forthese settings,referto Section 3-7 “Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC by Using the Memory Switches” (page 57)

S After changing the switch settings, always press the reset switch or turn the

power off and back on. Otherwise the system will not operate as expected.

S Confirm system safety before turning the power ON/OFF or resetting.

Otherwise the system may operate unpredictably.

S Carefully check the operation of all screen data and host programs before us-

ing them. If incorrect, the system may operate unpredictably. Otherwise the system may operate unpredictably.

S After images may remain if the same pattern is displayed for a long period.

To prevent the formation of an afterimage, either use the screen saver function or periodicaly switch screens.

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S Do not disassemble for repairs or modification. Otherwise, the product may

malfunction.

S The disposal of the unit may be regulated by nationl or local authorities. Dis-

pose of them in accordance with the laws and regulations ofthe relevant country and local authority.

S Set so that there is no overlap between the PT status control area and PT sta-

tus notify area. Otherwise the system may operate unpredictably.

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SECTION 1

Functions of the NT11S

NT11Sis anew 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 NT11S sothat you will understand the applications of the NT11S.

1-1 Getting Starting 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-2 Role and Operation of NT11S 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-2-1 Operations of NT11S 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-3 Functions of NT11S 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-3-1 Features 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-3-2 Principal Functions of NT11S 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-3-3 Displays 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-3-4 System Keys 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-4 System Configuration 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-5 Direct Connection Function 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-5-1 NT Link 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-5-2 Functions of the Allocated Bits and Words 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-6 Before Operating 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Getting Starting

Section 1-1

1-1 Getting Starting

To ensure that the NT11S works correctly, carefully observe the following when installing and handling it.

Location Do not install the NT11S in a location subject to the following conditions;

S Near a computer, radio transmitter or receiver, etc. S Dust, chemicals, or steam S Severe temperature fluctuations S High humidity and condensation S Strong electrical or magnetic fields S Poor ventilation S Severe vibration

Handling Do not;

S Subject the NT11S to strong shocks or vibrations S Put heavy objects on the NT11S S Supply a voltage different from the specified voltage S Disassemble or modify the NT11S

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 screencontents are kept displayedfor 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.

Role and Operation of NT11S

Section 1-2

1-2 Role and Operation of NT11S

NT11Sisa programmable terminal usedto display and transmit the information in an FA site. The following gives a general description of the role and operation of the NT11S for those who use a programmable terminal (PT) for the first time.

Production Line Status Monitoring

The NT11S displays real-time information about the system and equipment operating status, etc.

Line 1 Status

Machine:NT11S-ST121 Product: 137 units

75%

Messages The NT11S warns of system or equipment failures and prompts the appropriate

remedial action.

Assembly line B

Positioning pin

Panel Switch Functions The NT11S can be used in place of external data input equipment such as an op-

eration panel, to transmit data to a PC.

Positioning

X-AXIS 100 point Y-AXIS 150 point Z-AXIS 80 point

Role and Operation of NT11S

Section 1-2

1-2-1 Operations of NT11S

Displays Screens The information to be displayed (screen data) can be created on a computer by

using support tools and stored in the NT11S. The screen data can be displayedon the NT11S in response to the instructions from a PC or system keys operation.

The screen data designated by instructions from PC or System keys operation is displayed.

Receives Data from a PC

NT11S can be connected to a PC by a host link or NT link and receive necessary data from the PC.

Host link, NT link

OMRON’s PC

Sends Data to a PC Data input through a numeric key can be sent to a PC.

Numeric key

ON/OFF information, numeric data, etc.

Screen Data The screen data to be displayed on the NT11S can be created by a computer by

using supporttools.Connect the NT11S to aPC/AT with an RS-232C cablesothat the screen data are transferred to the NT11S.

Create screen data.

RS-232C

Screen data

PC/AT

(support tools)

This connection is made only to transmit the screen data by using NT11S and tools.

Functions of NT11S

Section 1-3

1-3 Functions of NT11S

The NT11S has the following features and functions;

1-3-1 Features

Downsized Body S The NT11S has the thinnest depth (31 mm or lessin the panel) in the NT series.

S It is very compact, with a width of 218 mm and a height of 113 mm. S Features three ports: for RS-232C, RS-422A, and printer output. S The tool connectors and the PC communication connectors are used in com-

mon.

Construction Best Suited to the FA Environment

S Easy-to-read screen even in direct sunlight. S Waterproofed to a standard equivalent to IP65 and NEMA4.

160 dots

64 dots

Wide angle of visibility  35_

A Host I/F Unit, Screen Data Memory, and a system program transfer ROM are All Incorporated

S There is no complicated installation work except a simple connection to a PC. S A flash memory is usedforthescreendata memory. There is no need of backup

battery.

S A host link (direct), and an NT link are standard equipment.

Functions of NT11S

1-3-2 Principal Functions of NT11S

Functions Related to the Data Display

S Character display

Characters of standard and double-width can be displayed. Characters can flash or be highlighted.

S Memory data display

Contents of thecharacter-string memory table and the numeral memory table can bedisplayed. The memory table contents can be changed from the PC.

S Bar graph display

Bar graphs corresponding to the contents of the numeral table can be displayed.

Section 1-3

Functions Related to the Data Input

S 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 NT11S.

S Numeric setting function

The numeric valuescan beinput atthe operation siteby the system key and sent to the PC.

Other Functions

S Communications with a PC

The host link, NT link is used to connect to a PC for data communication.

S System function

The system setting and maintenance can be executed by using the System Menu on the screen.

S Screen data creation

The screen data can be created by using support tools on the computer and stored in the unit.

Functions of NT11S

1-3-3 Displays

Section 1-3

The NT11S can display elements such as characters, numeric value, and bar graphs on ascreen.The screendatadisplayedon theNT11S are created byusing 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 characterstring memory table.

Numeric Values (numeral memory tables)

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.

Bar Graphs The bar graph extends and contracts in proportion to the data storedinthe numer-

al memory table. A percentage value can also be displayed simultaneously.

Marks Marks can be designed, created, and handled like characters by the user.

Line 1 Status

Machine:NT11S-ST121 Product:137 units

75%

Numeric value (Numeral table)

Functions of NT11S

1-3-4 System Keys

Section 1-3

The NT11S has system keys on its panel for input functions. The system keys are used for inputting numerical values and for notifications to the PC. The system keys can be classified into the three types shown below.

- Numeric keys

- Arrow keys

- Function keys

NT11S

Screen display

Caution

Function keys

Arrow keys

Numeric keys

S 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.

S Arrow keys

Used to select the required numerical value input field when there is more than one on the screen.

S Function keys

Used for notifications from the NT11S to the PC. Also used to switch between the RUN mode and the system menu when the power is switched on.

Do notuseinput functionssuch asPT functionkeysfor applications wheredanger to human life or serious property damage is possible, or as the emergency stop switch.

System Configuration

1-4 System Configuration

This section gives the basicconfiguration of asystem which uses an NT11S. Use an RS-232C cable to connect to a PC. Refer to the manual for individualdevicefor information on the equipment other than the NT11S in the system.

RS-232C cable (for host link) (Max. 15 m) or RS-422A cable (for host link) (Max. 500 m)

Section 1-4

OMRON’s PC

Controls NT11S as required while controlling machines and monitoring the production line.

Host link: CQM1, C200H(S) series PC

NT link: CQM1, C200H(S) series PC

CQM1, C200HS series: NT11S can be connected directly to the CPU unit. Note that C200H requires a host link unit.

CQM1 can be used with CPU41/42/43/44-E. C200HS can be used with CPU21/23/31/33-E.

Reference

Support tool

NT11S

Gives displays of production line monitoring and instructions to the operation site and notifies the switch ON/OFF status and numeric value inputs to the PC.

Computer (support tool)

Connected to NT11S as required and used to transfer the NT11S screens and make settings for the NT11S.

Computer: IBM PC/AT or compatible (IBM PC DOS Ver.5 or

Support tool: NT11S support tool type NT11S-ZA3AT-EV1

later)

Printer

Prints daily reports and display histories. Printer: ESC/P compatible

The following twocommunication methods aresupportedfor communicationsbetween the NT11S andPC: host link,and NTlink. Forthesetting procedure,referto Section 3-7 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC by Using the Memory Switches (page57).It isimpossible toconnecta personalcomputer used to drive the support tool and a PC at the same time.

Direct Connection Function

1-5 Direct Connection Function

The communication method applied between the NT11S and the PC is either a host link or NT link.

The NT11Scanbe used to refer to the contents necessary for the displayinformation or to allocate the bits and words used for storing the input data to any area in the PC. TheNT11S candirectlywriteand readsuch allocated bits andwords soas to change the display elements, control the operating status, andnotify the status.

This function iscalled the “direct connection function”. The NT11S is designed exclusively for use with the direct connection.

The bits andwords allocated by thedirect connectionfunctionare called“allocated bit” and “allocated word” respectively.

This function allowsto read the information to be displayed on the NT11S from the memory area in the PC and to write it to the memory table in the NT11S. Also, the data input on the NT11S can be written to the PC’s memory area. The NT11S screen status can be switched according to the PC’s memory area, and the NT11S’s status data can be written to the PC’s memory area.

NT11S PC

Section 1-5

Data memory area Internal relay area

Features of the Direct Connection Function

S The bits andwordsreferring to operatingstatus andwork instructioninformation

and those for storing input data can be freely allocated to almost any part of the PC memory. Bits andwords inthe PCcan bereferenced fromany memorytable.

S The NT11S can directly refer to PC bit and word data sothat it canbeconnected

to a PC without changing the PC program which controls currently running production line.

S The area to control and notify the NT11S 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 PC memory.

The direct connection function allows the NT11S to directly read and write almost all bitsandwords in thePCand toautomatically changethe NT11S screendisplay. This function canreduce the load on the PC sothat the program development efficiency of the PC improves.

Auxiliary relay area

Timer/counter

Direct Connection Function

1-5-1 NT Link

Features of the NT Link

Section 1-5

The NT link is a new communication method applied between the NT11S and a PC.

The NT link uses the direct connection function andcan execute high speedcommunications with a CPU (built-in NT link) of the CQM1, and C200HS.

S High speed communications with specific types of PCs can be executed. S Writing in units of bits to the PC memory area is possible. (*) S This can be used even when the PC is in the RUN mode.

(*) Except a DM area.

The NT link is compatible with the host link. The NT11S screen data and the PC programs handled by the host link direct connection can be used with for the NT link as they are.

Direct Connection Function

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

Elements displayed on the NT11S and the NT11S status can be allocated to the bits and words of the PC. By changing the contents of the bits and words, the NT11S can be controlled by the PC. It is also possible to send data to the PC by pressing the function keys on the panel of the NT11S.

S Controlling the NT11S by a PC

The following NT11S functions can be controlled by a PC. Screens : Display of designated screens, confirmation of screen num-

bers, 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.

S Notifying from the NT11S to a PC

Data in the NT11S is sent to a PC when a numerickey is pressed. Thefollowing types of data are sent to a PC.

- NT11S status

Section 1-5

- Password input status

- Numeric values input by the numeral keys

- Function key input status

Direct Connection Function

Functions of Display Elements

Section 1-5

S Numeral memory table

Allocation destination: Word

Numeral memory table 1 (TIM003)

Numeral memory table 150 (0005CH)

NT11S

Allocate numeral memory tables to arbitrary words in the PC. If word contents change when corresponding numeral memory table 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 tables.

S Character-string memory table

Allocation destination: Word

NT11S PC

(“a”, “b”) (“c”, “d”) (“e”, “f”)

Character-string memory table 1 Allocated word number: 3ch

First word: DM0100

Allocate character-string memory tables to arbitrary words in the PC. If word contents change when corresponding character-string memory table is displayed onthe screen,thevalue onthe screenwill also change.Messages canbe 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 tables.

Direct Connection Function

Functions of the PT Status Control Area (PC to NT11S)

The “PT status control area” is used to control the NT11S status. When data is written to this areain the PC, the NT11S readsthe 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 NT11S willoperateasgiven below.

Section 1-5

Copy

Screen 3 display

Numeral memory table 50

Numeral memory table 7

NT11S PC

Printing of daily reports or display histories

Functions of the PT Status Notify Area (NT11S to PC)

The “PT status notify area” is used to notify the changes of the NT11S status. When a change is made in the NT11S status, the change is written to this area in

the PC. By reading the data from the area, the NT11S status can be checked.

[Example of the PT status notify area application]

PT status control area

0003 0050 1007 8010

Screen switch setting Memory table Copy setting PT status control bits

When achange ismade inthe NT11S status, suchchange willbe notifiedto the PT status notify area as mentioned below.

NT11S PC

Numeral memory table 13

12345678

PT status notify area

Allocated word (numeral table 13)

12345678

Currently display screen Content update memory table PT status

Start Start + 1

Before Operating

PCs

1-6 Before Operating

Follow the procedure given below to start the system of the NT11S.

PC NT11S Support tool

Section 1-6

Check and change the PC settings.

S For the host link, refer

to page 26 and the manuals for the host link unit and peripheral tools.

S For the NT link, refer

to page 37.

Connect to the NT11S.

Create the PC program.

Start operation.

Set the DIP switches.

(page 20)

Install to the operation panel.

(page 22)

Connect the power supply.

(page 23)

Connect to the PC.

S (Host link: page 26) S (NT link: page 37)

Check the settings and communications.

Transfer the screen data.

(page 54)

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)

Reference

Use support tool NT11S Support Tool (type NT11S-ZA3AT-EV1). Refer to the following manuals for the equipment and software.

Equipment or Software Manual Title Manual Number Support tools NT-series NT11S Support Tool Operation Manual V030-E1-j PCs SYSMAC C200H Operation Manual W130-E1-j

SYSMAC C200HS Operation Manual W235-E1-j SYSMAC CQM1-CPM1 Programming Manual W228-E1-j

Host link Unit SYSMAC C Series Host Link Unit User’s Manual W143-E1-j

Hardware Settings and Connections

This section describes the settings of the NT11S, connections to a PC, and other hardware settings.

2-1 Description of Parts and Settings 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-1-1 Description of Parts 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-1-2 DIP Switch Settings 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-2 Installation 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-2-1 Installation to the Operation Panel 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-2-2 Power Supply Connection 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-2-3 Grounding 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-3 Connecting to the Support Tool 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-4 Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-232C Type) 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-4-1 Compatible PCs 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-4-2 Connecting the NT11S 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-4-3 PC Switch Settings 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-5 Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-422A Type) 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-5-1 Compatible PCs 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-5-2 Parts Required for Connection 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-5-3 Method for Connection 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-5-4 Connector Specifications and Wiring for Each Unit 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-5-5 PC Switch Settings 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-6 Connection to a PC by the NT Link 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-6-1 Compatible PCs 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-6-2 Connecting the NT11S 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-6-3 PC Switch Settings 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-7 Connecting a Printer 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-7-1 How to Connect 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 2

Description of Parts and Settings

2-1 Description of Parts and Settings

Before getting to the operation, confirm the names and functions of parts. Alsoset the DIP switches on the NT11S.

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

Section 2-1

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

Function keys Used for direct

notifications to the PC.

Display An LCD screen with a backlight.

The NT11S comes in two body colors.

S NT11S-ST121 : Beige S NT11S-ST121B: Black

Description of Parts and Settings

Rear View

Section 2-1

Connector for parallel interface connection Connect the printer cable here.

(Interface conforms to Centronics specifications)

RS-422A terminal block Connect the PC cable here.

Contrast control Use a fine philips screwdriver.

Turn clockwise to increase the brightness.

DIP switch Set various system statuses

with these switches.

Reset switch Initializes the NT11S statuses. Note that for the

image data memory and the memory switch, the status before the initialization is retained.

Power input terminals Connect the power to the

NT11S at these terminals.

RS-232C connector Connect the cable that connects

the PC or support tool here.

Description of Parts and Settings

SW2-1

SW2-2

SW2-3

SW2-4

SW2-6

2-1-2 DIP Switch Settings

Set the NT11S operation status with the DIP switches located in the bottom right corner on the rear side of the body.

Switch # Function

SW2-1 RS-422A terminal resistor connection

SW2-2 Screen data forced initialize effective/ineffective

SW2-3 Screen display language mode

SW2-4 Switching to the System Menu enabled/disabled

SW2-5 Not used. SW2-6 System program erase

Section 2-1

ON Terminal resistor used [OFF] Terminal resistor not used

ON The NT11S will start in a special RUN mode in which the screen

data memory is initialized. When it is started, the memory initialization menu will be displayed. For the initialization procedure, refer to Section 3-4 Initializing Memory (page 48).

[OFF] The NT11S will start in normal RUN mode.

ON [OFF] Messages are displayed in English.

ON The System Menu cannot be displayed. If an error occurs during

a start-up, the System Menu will be automatically displayed. However, “RUN Mode” cannot be entered.

[OFF] The System Menu can be displayed.

ON The menu for deleting the system program is displayed on strat-up. [OFF] Start-up proceeds as normal.

[ ] indicates factory setting.

Description of Parts and Settings

Section 2-1

Caution

Correct Use

S In addition to the DIP switches, set also the “Comm. Method”, “Host Link

Speed”, “Automatic Reset”, etc. at the memory switches. For these settings, refer to Section3-7“Setting the Conditions of Communications with thePCbyUsing the Memory Switches” (page 57)

S After changing the switch settings, always press the reset switch or turn the

power off and back on. Otherwise the system will not operate as expected.

S Confirm system safety before turning the power ON/OFF or resetting.

Otherwise the system may operate unpredictably.

Use the “System program erase” function only when changing the system program. It the system program is erased, it will not be possible to use the functions of the NT11S unless another system program is transferred. If the DIP switch settings have been changed when the NT11S is powered, reset the power to the NT11S. The changes with the DIP switches become effective only after the power supply is reset.

Installation

2-2 Installation

Section 2-2

Install the NT11S to the operation panel and connect the power to the NT11S as described below.

Correct Use

Do not install the unit at sites subject to the following conditions. Otherwise, the product may malfunction.

S Severe temperature variations S Temperatures or humidities outside the ranges stated in the specifications S High humidity, condensation S Splashing chemical agents S Severe oil splashing S Corrosive or flammable gases S Strong vibrations or shocks S Direct exposure to wind and rain (outdoor sites) S Strong ultra-violet irradiation

Take adequate measures to ensure shielding if the unit is used at a location subject to any of the following conditions. Otherwise, the product may malfunction.

S Static electricity, or noise from other equipment S Strong electromagnetic fields S Nearby power cables S Potential exposure to radioactivity

2-2-1 Installation to the Operation Panel

The NT11S can be flush mounted to an operation panel.

Caution

Use the panel fittings and toolsincludedin the productpackage andfollowtheprocedure below.

S On unpacking the unit, check its external appearance and confirm that there is

no damage. Also confirm that there is no abnormal noise on shaking the unit lightly. The product may malfunction if it is damaged.

S During work atthe panel,takecareto ensurethat no metal scrapsentertheunit.

Otherwise, the product may malfunction.

S The thickness of applicable operation panel is 1.6 mm to 4.8 mm. All fittings

must betightened uniformly to a torque of 0.5 to0.6 Nm in order to ensure water- and dust-resistance. The panel must not be soiled or warped, and must be able to support an installation that will remain secure and strong.

(1) Open a hole, shown below, in the panel and install the NT11S from the front

side of the panel.

+0.5 mm

98.8

0 mm

+0.5 mm

204.2

0 mm

Installation

(2) Attach the panel fittings at four positions for the upper/lower sides and at two

positions for the right and left sides, shown below, on the rear side of the NT11S.

Fit the hook of the fitting in the square hole in the body and tighten the screw with a Phillips head screwdriver while lightly pulling the fitting.

2-2-2 Power Supply Connection

Connect a 24 VDC power supply to the power input terminals.

Section 2-2

Caution

S Carefully check the wiring before switching ON the power. S Do not connect AC power to the DC terminals. S Use DC and AC power supplies with low voltage and frequency fluctuations.

0v 24v

Breaker

24 VDC Power Supply

S Noise prevention

The NT11S has a noise preventive feature against the power supply line noise. To further reduce noise, connect a noise filter to the power line. This will drastically reduce the ground noise.

S Power supply

Applicable power supply specifications are as follows.

Item Value Power supply voltage 24 VDC Allowable power supply voltage

fluctuation range Power supply capacity 10 W or lower

20.4 VDC to 26.4 VDC (24 VDC --15%, +10%)

S Parts used for connection

Use crimp terminals to connect the power supply to the power input terminals. Recommended crimp terminals for M3.5 are given below.

Installation

Section 2-2

Caution

2-2-3 Grounding

For the connection to the power supply terminal block, twisted wires of 2 mm2or greater cross sectional area and M 3.5 size crimp terminals must be used. Tighten the screws on the terminal block to a torque of 0.5 N m. Otherwise fire may occur.

Fork type Round type

7 mm or less 7 mm or less

[Recommended terminals]

Maker

Japan Solderless Terminal MFG 2-YS3A 2-3.5 Fuji Terminal 2-YAS3.5 V2-S3.5 Nichifu Terminal 2Y-3.5 2-3.5

Type

(fork type)

Type

(round type)

Applicable Wire

(stranded wire)

1.04 to 2.63 mm

Class 3 grounding (grounding resistance is 100 W or less)

Correct Use

The NT11S has a Grounding terminal . To prevent malfunctions due to excessive noise, and to prevent electric shock,

carry outclass3 grounding (groundingresistance of100 or less)using aspecialpurpose grounding cable (wire of at least 2 mm2).

Grounding wire length should be less than 20 m. Note that if grounding wire is used in common with other equipment, or if it is con-

nected to a beam of a building, for example, the NT11S might be adversely affected by this grounding.

Other equipment

Grounding common to several pieces of equipment:¼IncorrectGrounding for individual equipment:¼Correct

NT11SNT11SNT11S

Other equipment

(After noting grounding details in this text.) Carry out grounding correctly in order to prevent misoperation due to noise.

Connecting to the Support Tool

2-3 Connecting to the Support Tool

Connect the NT11S to a computer with an RS-232C cable to transfer the screen data created byusing asupport tooland theNT11S system programto theNT11S.

S Communication conditions

Communication conditions aresetwhen asupport tool or system transfer tool is started.

Section 2-3

Reference

S Connecting cable

Make the cable for connecting the NT11S to the support tool or system transfer tool by referring to Appendix E “Making the Cable for Connection to the Support Tool”.

It is impossible to connect a computer and a PC at the same time to the NT11S. Connect a computer only to transfer the screen data.

Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-232C Type)

PCSerie

Connectableto

Cseries

Section 2-4

2-4 Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-232C Type)

Connect the NT11S to an OMRON PC by using RS-232C type the host linkmethod.

In order to make a connection to the PC using the host link method (RS-232C type), the “Comm. Type” memory switch of the NT11S must be set to “host link”, and the “Comm. Port” memory switch must be set to “RS-232C”. For details on memory switch settings, see “Selecting the Host Communication Method” (page

58)

2-4-1 Compatible PCs

Some models and series of OMRON PCs have the host link function built in. Check themodelandseries ofthe PC against thetype of host linkunit before making the connections.

The compatible PCs are listed in the table below.

Units with Built-in Host Link Function

Host Link Unit CPU Unit

C200H-LK201 C200H

C200HS-CPU21-E

C200H-LK201-V1

C200HS-CPU23-E C200HS-CPU31-E C200HS-CPU33-E

CQM1-CPU21-E CQM1-CPU41-E CQM1-CPU42-E CQM1-CPU43-E CQM1-CPU44-E

C200HS

CQM1

Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-232C Type)

2-4-2 Connecting the NT11S

Refer to the illustrations below to select the appropriate cable for the unit connectors and connect the NT11S to the PC.

To make a connector cable, refer to Appendix D Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC (page 146).

Section 2-4

Caution

S Before inserting or removing the connectors, make sure that theNT11S andthe

PC are turned OFF.

S After connecting a communication cable, always secure it with the screws.

Otherwise the cable may disconnect, causing operation to fail.

S The cable’s tensile load is 30 N. Do not subject it to loads greater than this.

Otherwise a discontinuity may occur, causing operation to fail.

Connecting to a PC with a 25-pin Connector

Use a connector cable with a 25-pin connector on one end and a 9-pin connector on the other end (NT11S side) to connect the NT11S to aPC with a 25-pinconnector.

Host I/F connector (RS-232C 9-pin type)

9-pin connector 25-pin connector

Connecting to a PC with a 9-pin Connector

Use a connector cable with a 9-pin connector on both ends to connect the NT11S to a PC with a 9-pin connector.

NT11S

Host link unit/CPU unit

C200H, C200HS

RS-232C connector cable

Host I/F connector (RS-232C 9-pin type)

9-pin connector

NT11S

Host link unit/CPU unit

C200H, C200HS

9-pin connector

RS-232C connector cable

Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-232C Type)

2-4-3 PC Switch Settings

When theNT11S andPC areconnected to eachother, setthe conditions at thePC host link unit or the CPU as given in the table below.

The following is a general description of switch settings. Refer to the manual for respective units for the details of the switch settings.

Item Switch Setting I/O port RS-232C Baud rate Set the same baud rate as the NT11S. (*1) Transfer code ASCII 7 data bits, 2 stop bits Parity Even 1-to-1/1-to-N 1-to-N (*2) Instruction level Level 1, 2, 3 Unit No. 00

Section 2-4

Note

*1. Set the host link baud rate at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the memory switch

for “host link baud rate”. For the details, refer to “Selecting theHost LinkCommunication Speed” (page 59).

*2. The 1-to-N setting enablesBCC (BlockCheck Character).The 1-to-1connec-

tion cannot be used to connect the NT11S to a host link unit.

Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-232C Type)

Connecting to a Host Link Unit

S C200H rack-mounting type: C200H-LK201(--V1)

[Setting the front switches]

Set each switch with a flat blade screwdriver so that the values or symbols in the setting value window agree with the following.

[Setting the rear switches]

Section 2-4

S Unit No. (SW1, SW2)

Set these switches to “0”.

S Instruction level, parity, and transfer code (SW4)

Set this switch to “2”.

S Baud rate (SW3)

Set this switch to “5” to select 9600 bps. Set this switch to “6” to select 19200 bps.

CTS

selector

switch

External

0V (ON)

S 1-to-1/1-to-N selection (DIP switch)

Set No.3 to “ON”.

S CTS selection (selector switch)

Set this always to “0V” (ON).

Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-232C Type)

DM664

Connecting to a CPU

S C-series C200HS, CQM1

Set the operating conditions to the PC system setting area when a C200HS or CQM1 CPU is connected to the NT11S. The PC system setting area (data memory) can be directly accessed from the peripheral tool (LSS etc.).

The following describes the switch settings so as to enable the PC system settings. For thedetailsof theoperation withthePC systemsetting area,refer tothe “SYSMAC CQM1-CPM1 Programming Manual” (W228-E1-j).

[Switch setting] (CQM1 only)

[PC system setting area settings]

Write settings to the PC system setting area (data memory) according to the port used to connect to the NT11S.

Section 2-4

S RS-232C port communication conditions (DIP SW5)

Set SW5 to “ON” to effect the existing settings of the DIP switches. Set SW5 to “OFF” to effect the existing settings of the PC system setting area.

Channel No. Writing Value Settings

DM6645 0001 Host link mode and conditions are set.

0303

0304

DM6648 0000 Unit No. 0

Data length: 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity, baud rate: 9600 bps

Data length: 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity, baud rate: 19200 bps

Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-422A Type)

PCSerie

Connectableto

Section 2-5

2-5 Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-422A Type)

Connect the NT11S to an OMRON PC by using the RS-422A type host link method.

If the distance between the NT11S and the PC is greater than 15 m, this method should be used. The maximum distance over which a connection can be made is 500 m.

when using the RS-422A method, the host computer and PC are usually connected in a 1 to N ratio (more than one PC), but in the special case of the connection between the NT11S and PC, the ratio is 1 to 1.

In order to make a connection to the PC using the host link method (RS-422A type), the“Comm. Type” memory switch of the NT11Smust besettothe host link, and the “Comm. Port” memory switch must be set to RS-422A. For details on memory switch settings, see “Selecting the Host Communication Method” (page

58).

2-5-1 Compatible PCs

Some models and series of OMRON PCs have the host link function built in. Check themodelandseries ofthe PC against thetype of host linkunit before making the connections.

The compatible PCs are listed in the table below.

Units with Built-in Host Link Function Host Link Unit CPU Unit

C200HS-CPU21-E C200H-LK201-V1 C200H-LK202-V1

C series

C200HS-CPU23-E

C200HS-CPU31-E

C200HS-CPU33-E

CQM1-CPU21-E

CQM1-CPU41-E

CQM1-CPU42-E

CQM1-CPU43-E

CQM1-CPU44-E

C200HS

CQM1

Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-422A Type)

2-5-2 Parts Required for Connection

The RS-422A cable used for RS-422A communications is not supplied by OMRON. Make thiscablein accordance withtheenvironment (PCused andtransmission distance between the NT11S and PC).

One connector,one connectorcover and one cableare requiredtomakeup aconnecting cable. One connector and one connector cover is supplied with the PC. However, a cable of the type recommended by OMRON must be prepared.

For details on making the cable, refer to “Making the Cable for Connection to the PC (RS-422A Type)” in the appendix(page150). The table belowlists the components supplied with each unit and the recommended cables.

Name Model Remarks

Connector XM2A-0901 9-pin, manufactured by OMRON

DE-9P 9-pin, manufactured by JAE

Connector cover

Cable H-9293A

XM2S-0911 9-pin, manufactured by OMRON

DE-CI-J6 9-pin, manufactured by JAE

(CO-HC-ESV-3P¢7/0.2)

Section 2-5

- Delivered with C series CQM1

- Delivered with the following host link units: C200H-LK202 (-V1)

- Delivered with C series CQM1

- Delivered with the following host link units: C200H-LK202 (-V1)

For RS-422A, manufactured by Hirakawa Hewtech Corp.

Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-422A Type)

2-5-3 Method for Connection

For RS-422A typecommunication, an RS-422A cableis used as the transmission channel connecting the NT11S and PC.

As shown in the figure below, the RS-422A cable is connected directly to the NT11S.

Section 2-5

Reference

Caution

NT11S

9-pin connector 9-pin connector

RS-422A terminal block

RS-422A connector cable (max. cable length : 500 m)

Host link unit/CPU unit

C200H, C200HS

Carry out class 3 grounding at the FG terminal of the PC. For details, refer to the manual for the PC.

Switch off the NT11Spowersupply before connecting or disconnecting aconnector.

Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-422A Type)

SignalNameAbbreviatio

Connector

SignalNameAbbreviatio

2-5-4 Connector Specifications and Wiring for Each Unit

The combination of pin numbers to which the connecting wires are connected differs according to the connector specifications for each unit. Check the connector specifications of the unit to be connected and make the wiring connections by referring to the relevant connection combination among those indicated below.

For details on making the cable, see “Making the Cable for Connection to the PC (RS-422A Type)” (page 150)

[NT11S RS-422A terminal block specifications]

- Connected terminal block:RS-422A terminal block (M3.5 screws)

- Electrical characteristics: Conform to EIA RS-422A

- Signal direction: Signal input and output is relative to the NT11S

Signal Direction

SDA SDB RDA RDB

Send data A SDA (SD--) f Send data B SDB (SD+) f Recive data A RDA (RD--) f Recive data B RDB (RD+) f

Input Output

Section 2-5

S Connecting an NT11S to a C-series host link unit

[C-series host link connector specifications]

- Applicable host link units: C200H-LK202 (-V1)

- Electrical characteristics: Conform to EIA RS-422A

- Signal direction: Signal input and output is relative to the host link unit.

Pin No.

1 Receive data B RDB f 3 Signal ground SG -- -5 Send data B SDB f 6 Receive data A RDA f 7 Frame ground FG -- --

9 Send data A SDA f

[Wiring connections]

NT11S

RS-422A terminal block

Abbreviation

SDA SDB RDA RDB

Shielding wire

RS-422A cable

PC (host link unit)

Pin number

1 3 5 6 7 9

Connector cover

Abbreviation

RDB

SDB RDA

SDA

Signal Direction

Input Output

RS-422A interface

Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-422A Type)

2-5-5 PC Switch Settings

When theNT11S andPC areconnected to eachother, setthe conditions at thePC host link unit or the CPU as given in the table below.

The following is a general description of switch settings. Refer to the manual for respective units for the details of the switch settings.

Item Switch Setting I/O port RS-422A Baud rate Set the same baud rate as the NT11S Transfer code ASCII 7 data bits, 2 stop bits Parity Even 1-to-1/1-to-N 1-to-N (*1) Instruction level Level 1, 2, 3 Unit No. 00

*1. The 1-to-N setting enables BCC (Block Check Character). It is not possible to

connect more than one NT11S in a single host link.

Connecting to a Host Link Unit

S C200H rack-mounting type: C200H-LK201 (-V1)

Section 2-5

C200H-LK202 (-V1)

[Setting the front switches]

Set each switch with a flat blade screwdriver so that the values or symbols in the setting value window agree with the switch settings indicated in the table above.

LK201 RUN XMT

RCV

SW1

SW3

ERROR

SW2

SW4

S Unit No. (SW1, SW2)

Set these switches to “0”.

S Instruction level, parity, and transfer code (SW4)

Set this switch to “2”.

S Baud rate (SW3)

Set this switch to “5” to select 9600 bps. Set this switch to “6” to select 19200 bps.

Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-422A Type)

[Setting the rear switches]

C200H-LK201(-V1)

Section 2-5

CTS

selector

switch

External

0V (ON)

1 2 3 4

S 1-to-1/1-to-N selection (DIP switch)

Set No. 3 to “ON”.

S CTS selection (selector switch)

Set this always to “0V” (ON).

C200H-LK202(-V1) This type has an RS-422A connector.

S Terminator setting (selector switch)

CTS

selector

switch

External

0V (ON)

Set this switch to “ON”. Note: Set the link adapter to “ON” also.

1-to-1

protocol

(ON)

1-to-N

protocol

(OFF)

S 1-to-1/1-to-N protocol selection (selector switch)

Set this switch to “1-to-N (OFF)”

Connection to a PC by the NT Link

Cseries

2-6 Connection to a PC by the NT Link

Connect the NT 11S to an OMRON PC by the NT link method. To connect the NT11S to a PC by the NT link method, the NT11S memory switch

for “host communication” mustbeset forthe NTlink. Forthe“host communication” setting, refer to “Selecting the Host Communication Method” (page 58)

2-6-1 Compatible PCs

Some models and series of OMRON PCs have the host link function built in. Check the model and series of the PC against the type of host link unit before marking the connections.

The compatible PCs are listed in the table below.

PC Series CPU Unit Connectable to

CQM1-CPU41-E CQM1-CPU42-E CQM1-CPU43-E CQM1-CPU44-E

C200HS-CPU21-E C200HS-CPU23-E C200HS-CPU31-E C200HS-CPU33-E

Section 2-6

CQM1

C200HS

2-6-2 Connecting the NT11S

Refer to the illustrations below to select the appropriate cable for the unit connectors and connect the NT11S to the PC.

To make a connector cable, refer to Appendix D Method for Making the Cable for Connection to the PC (page 146).

Caution

S After connecting a communication cable, always secure it with the screws.

Otherwise the cable may disconnect, causing operation to fail.

S The cable’s tensile load is 30 N. Do not subject it to loads greater than this.

Otherwise a discontinuity may occur, causing operation to fail.

Use a connector cable with a 9-pin connector on both ends to connect the NT11S to a PC with a 9-pin connector.

Host I/F connector (RS-232C 9-pin type)

9-pin connector

NT11S

CPU unit

C200HS, CQM1

9-pin connector

RS-232C connector cable

Connection to a PC by the NT Link

2-6-3 PC Switch Settings

when the NT11S and PC are connected to each other, set the conditions at the PC CPU so as to enable the NT link communications.

S C-series C200HS, CQM1

[Switch setting] (CQM1 only)

Section 2-6

S RS-232C port communication conditions (DIP SW5)

Set SW5 to “OFF” to effect the existing settings of the PC system setting area.

[PC system setting area settings]

Write settings to the PC system setting area (data memory).

Channel No. Writing value Settings

DM6645 4000 NT link is used.

Connecting a Printer

2-7 Connecting a Printer

Daily reports and display histories can be printed onto a printer connected to the NT11S.

2-7-1 How to Connect

Connect the printer to the NT11S with a Centronics cable. The length of the cable should not exceed 3 meters.

Section 2-7

Caution

If the connectioncableis connected ordisconnectedwhilethe powerof the printer is on, the NT11S may malfunction. Make sure to turn off the power of the printer before connecting or disconnecting the connection cable.

EPSON ESC/P Printer (25-pin)

SS Recommended printer

EPSON ESC/P Printer (25-pin) If using other printer, such printer should conform to ESC/P 24-J81, which is the

printer control standard of Epson.

SECTION 3

System Menu Operation

This section describes the operation of the System Menu focusing on the procedure to start up the NT11S.

Functions which will be convenient to use the NT11S and those which are useful for the system maintenance are also explained here.

3-1 Operation Flow by the System Menu 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-2 Starting the NT11S 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-2-1 Changing the System Settings etc. 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-3 Operation Modes and the System Menu 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-3-1 System Menu and the Operation Modes 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-3-2 Menu Tree 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-3-3 Operations with the System Menu 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-4 Initializing Memory 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-4-1 Initialization of the Screen Data 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-4-2 Initialization by Using the DIP Switch (Forced Initialization) 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-5 Transferring the System Program 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-6 Registering the Screen Data 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-7 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC

by Using the Memory Switches 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-7-1 Selecting the Host Communication Method 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-7-2 Selecting the Host Link Communication Speed 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-7-3 Selecting the Automatic Reset Function 60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-7-4 Selecting the Channel for Communication with the PC 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-8 Starting the Operation 62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-9 Backlight OFF 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-9-1 Turning the Backlight Back ON 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-9-2 Backlight OFF Function 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-10 System Maintenance 65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-10-1 I/O Check 65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-10-2 PT Setting Check 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation Flow by the System Menu

Section 3-1

3-1 Operation Flow by the System Menu

Follow the procedure below when using the NT11S for the first time or when changing the system.

Create the Screen Data Create the screen data to be displayed on the NT11S by using a support tool.

For the screen data creation, refer to the “NT-series NT11S Support Tool Operation Manual” (V030-E1-1).

Start Up the NT11S (Display the System Menu.) (page 43)

Turn ON the power to the NT11S. When no screen data has been registered, the “SYSTEM MENU” will be dis-

played. If theNT11S entersthe RUN mode, pressappropriate function keys todisplay the System Menu.

Initialize Memory (page 48) Select a System Menu and initialize the NT11S unit memory.

Transfer the System Program

Connect the NT11S to the system transfer tool and transfer the system program from the system transfer tool to the NT11S.

For details onconnecting theNT11S to thesystem transfer tool, see 3-5“Transferring the System Program” (page 51).

Transfer the Screen Data (page 54)

Connect asupporttoolto the NT11S and transfer thescreendata from the support tool to the NT11S.

For the connectionof asupport tool, referto Section 2-3Connecting tothe Support Tool. (page 25)

Memory Switch Setting (page 57)

Select the System Menu and set the conditions for communications with the PC using the memory switch.

Start the Operation (page 62)

Connect to the PC and start the operation.

System Maintenance (page 65)

If anerror has occurredduringoperation, check the I/Os, settings, etc. referring to this guide.

Starting the NT11S

3-2 Starting the NT11S

When the NT11S is started, it will enter the RUN mode if system settings and screen data registration have been completed. If no screen data has been registered or the screen data are destroyed, the System Menu will be displayed.

Before turning ON the power, check the following DIP switch settings on the NT11S.

S SW2-2 “Screen data forced initialize effective/ineffective” is set to OFF (ineffec-

tive). S DIP SW2-6, “system pragram erase”, is OFF. For the DIP switch settings of the unit, refer to the “DIP switch settings” (page 20).

3-2-1 Changing the System Settings etc.

Follow the procedure below to change the system settings or screen data contents.

Procedure 1. Switch on the power to the NT11S with two function keys held down to display

the System Menu, thenchange thesystem settings. For themethod for calling the System Menu, refer to the “Operations with the System Menu” (page 46).

Section 3-2

Reference

If the NT11S has failed to start up normally; an error message is displayed or no screen is displayed, memory needs to be initialized.

For the memory initializing procedure, refer to Section 3-4 Initializing memory (page 48).

Operation Modes and the System Menu

3-3 Operation Modes and the System Menu

The NT11Soperatesineither “RUN”, “Transmit”,or“Maintenance” mode. The operation modes can be switched by using the System Menu.

3-3-1 System Menu and the Operation Modes

Select an operationmode bylocating thecursoron the requireditem withthe ["] [#] keys, then press [Enter] to confirm the selection. The operation modes with respect to the System Menu are related to each other as shown below.

For the operationswith theSystemMenu,refer tothe “Operations with theSystem Menu” (page 46).

RUN mode

The NT11S runs in this state. Controls from the PC are enabled and various indications and I/O operations are made.

To change system settings or screen data contents

Section 3-3

Transmit Mode

Screen data and other data are transmitted between the NT11S and a support tool.

Power ON

Installed

System program

installed/

not installed

Not installed

Have system

settings and screen

data registration

been completed?

System Program

isn’t installed.

Press ENTER key

to start install

Yes

Have two

function keys

been pressed?

ENTER

Yes

SYSTEM MENU Quit Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

System Transfer Mode

This is the mode in which the system program is transferred form the system transfer tool to the NT11S.

Maintenance Mode

The NT11S maintenance operations such as memory initialize and setting check are executed.

Operation Modes and the System Menu

3-3-2 Menu Tree

The System Menu allows to effect various NT11S functions by using the System keys. The NT11S’s functions with respect to the System Menu are related as shown below.

For the operationswith theSystemMenu,refer tothe “Operations with theSystem Menu” (page 46).

SYSTEM MENU

Quit Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode

Section 3-3

MAINTENANCE MENU

PT Setting (page 69) I/O Check (page 65) Init. Memory (page 48) Memory Switch (page 57)

I/O CHECK MENU

Quit LED (page 65) LCD (page 66) Key Check (page 67) Tool I/F Input Check (page 68)

MEMORY INIT.

Screen memory initialization (page 48)

MEMORY SWITCH MENU

Backlight OFF (page 63) Automatic Reset (page 60) Comm. Type Host Link (page 58) Baud Rate (page 59) Comm. Port (page 61)

Operation Modes and the System Menu

3-3-3 Operations with the System Menu

The following givesthe procedureto calltheSystemMenu, selectthe menu items, and other operations with the System Menu.

Section 3-3

Note

Make sure that DIP SW2-4 “Switching to the System Menu enabled/disabled” is set to OFF (enabled). If the setting is ON (disabled), the System Menu will not be displayed by following the procedure given below.

Displaying the System Menu The system menu canbedisplayed by switching onthe power whileanytwo ofthe

four function keys are held down.

Hold down any two of the four function keys.

SYSTEM MENU

Quit Transmit Mode Maintenance Mode

Basic key operations in the maintenance mode

Operation Function Any two function keys Cancel [ENTER] key Set/execute Arrow keys Cursor motion

Note that on the screen for confirming erasure of the system program, the “Cancel” and “Set/execute” keysare displayed inreversevideo in order to preventmistaken deletion of the program.

Selecting the Menu Items Press the or key on the panel of the NT11S to move the highlighting up or

down. When the required item is highlighted, press the “ENTER” key to select it. Menu items allow to make the ON/OFF selection or to call subsequent menu or

screen.

Example 1

To callthe “MaintenanceModeMenu” byselecting the“MaintenanceMode” on the System Menu screen:

Operation Modes and the System Menu

Section 3-3

SYSTEM MENU

Quit

Select “Maintenance Mode” with the key, then press “EN-

TER”.

Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

PT Setting I/O Check

Initialize Memory

Memory Switch

System Menu Items The System Menu items and their functions are given below.

Menu Item Function

Quit The System Menu screen is cleared and the NT11S will return to

the RUN mode.

Transmit Mode The Transmit Mode screen will be displayed to allow the trans-

mission of the screen data between the NT11S and the support tool. For the transmission of the screen data, refer to Section 3-6 Registering the Screen Data (page 54).

Maintenance Mode The Maintenance Mode menu will be displayed to allow the

maintenance of the NT11S system.

Switching from the System Menu to the RUN mode

The NT11S will exit the System Menu and switch to the RUN mode in the cases mentioned below.

S Selecting “Quit” in the System Menu. S The screen (System keys) is not pressed for over 10 seconds.

Initializing Memory

3-4 Initializing Memory

If the NT11S is used for the first time or if the screen data is ruined and the NT11S cannot be normally started, the memory needs to be initialized.

The memory initialization is required in the cases mentioned below. S When the NT11S is used for the first time or when an error message indicating

that the screen data is ruined etc. when the NT11S is started. S When the screen has disappeared during the start-up or operation. Use the NT11S DIP SW2-2“Screendata forced initialize effective/ineffective”; ini-

tializes the memory.

Section 3-4

Reference

Note

When anerror hasoccurred, theerror messagessuchas “Screendatacorrupted” will bedisplayed. Fortheerror messages displayed onthe screen,refer toSection 6-2 “Responding to Displayed Error Messages” (page 133).

Initializing the screen data memory will erase entire screen data registered in the NT11S.Make sure thattherearebackup copiesof the screendataon floppydisks before starting the initialization.

3-4-1 Initialization of the Screen Data

The screen data can be initialized by either of the following two methods.

S Initialization by using the System Menu S Initialization by using the DIP switch

Initializing Memory

Initialization by using the System Menu

Initialize the image data memory by following the procedure given below.

Section 3-4

SYSTEM MENU

Quit Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

PT Setting I/O Check

Initialize Memory

Memory Switch

Initialize Screen Memory?

Select “Maintenance Mode” with the key, then press “EN-

TER”.

Select “Initialize Memory” with the key, then press“ENTER”.

Press “ENTER”.

Yes:[ENTER]

Initializing

Use the Support Tool to set

The message shown to the left is displayed during initialization.

On completion of initialization, the message shown to the left is displayed.

the PT Control Area and PT Notify Area

You can quit without initializing the memory by simultaneously pressing any two of the function keys while the “Initialize Screen Memory?” screen is displayed.

When the screen data memory initialization has been completed, transfer the screen data from the support tool.

Initializing Memory

Section 3-4

3-4-2 Initialization by Using the DIP Switch (Forced Initialization)

Note

Operation 1. Set DIP-SW2-2 on the NT11S to ON and turn the power ON.

Be sure to turn the power OFF before setting the NT11S DIP switch.

Set the DIP switch as follows to initialize the screen data memory.

Press “ENTER”.

Initialize Screen Memory?

Yes:[ENTER]

The message shown to the left

Initializing

Initialized the

Turn OFF the DIP-SW2-2

is displayed during initialization.

On completion of initialization, the message shown to the left is displayed.

Reference

and Reset, then return to RUN mode

2. Turn the NT11S power to OFF.

3. Set NT11S DIP SW2-2 to OFF and turn the power ON.

You can quit without initializing the memory by simultaneously pressing any two of the function keys while the “Initialize Screen Memory?” screen is displayed.

Turn OFF the DIP-SW2-2

and Reset, then return to RUN mode

To change the system settings or to register the screen data, set DIP-SW2-2 to OFF and callthe System Menu screen byturningon thepowerto the NT11S while pressing two of the four function keys.

The NT11S DIP-SW2-2 is used to set “Screen data forced initialize effective/ineffective”. Setting this to ON selects “effective”, and OFF “ineffective”.

Transferring the System Program

3-5 Transferring the System Program

The system program of NT11S can be changed by the system transfer tool. The system transfer tool is automatically installed in the personal computer when the NT11S support tool is installed. For details on how to start up the systemtransfer tool,andthe system transfer tool operation, refer to the NT-series NT11S Support Tool Operation Manual (V030-E1-j).

Section 3-5

Note

Transferring the system program from the system transfer tool

Reference

Operation 1. Connect theNT11S tothepersonal computerrunning thesystem transfer tool,

An NT11S which has no system program registered in it will be able to execute only installation function.

For details on system transfer tool operations, refer to the NT-series NT11S Support Tool Operation Manual (V030-E1-j).

In order to transfer the system program from the system transfer tool, first connect the NT11S to a personal computer running the system transfer tool by using the appropriate cable, then proceed as follows.

The NT11S uses oneconnectorfor theconnectiontoboth aPCanda computer. If it has been connected to a PC, disconnect the PC and connect the system transfer tool (computer) to the NT11S, and then, transmit the screen data.

then switch on the power to the NT11S.

2. Switch onthe power tothe personal computer andstart up the system transfer

tool.

3. When thepower to the NT11S is switched ON, the screen shown below is dis-

played.

System Program

isn’t installed.

Press ENTER key

to start install

Transferring the System Program

4. Press the “return” key to enter the system transfer mode, as shown below.

5. The NT11S is now on standby for reception. Start transfer of the program by

6. When transfer of the system program is completed, the NT11S displays the

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INSTALL MODE

using the system transfer tool. When the NT11S starts reception, the screen shown below is displayed.

INSTALL MODE

downloading...

screen shown below.

Downloading is

completed.

Press any key to run

7. Pressing any key when using the system transfer tool will return you to the

main menu screen.

8. You canquit thesystem transfer modeandreturn tothe RUNmode bysimulta-

neously pressing any two of the four function keys on the panel of the NT11S. The same result is achieved when the NT11S receives a transfer end instruction from the system transfer tool.

Points to observe during transfer of the system program

If any of the following events, or a system error, occurs during transfer of the system program, the program will not be installed in the NT11S correctly.

S The power to the NT11S is switched off, or the NT11S is reset, during transfer. S The power to the personal computer that is running the system transfer tool is

switched off, or the personal computer is reset, during transfer. S The cable connecting the personal computer running the system transfer tool

and theNT11S becomesdisconnected orsustains awire breakageduring trans-

fer.

S Transfer is terminated by pressing any two of the function keys on the panel of

the NT11S.

Registering the Screen Data

S Transfer is terminated by pressing the ESC key of the personal computer run-

ning the system transfer tool. In the event of any of the above, there is a possibility that the NT11S will not oper-

ate or that unpredictable malfunctions will occur. To prevent this, switch DIP switch SW2-6 ON to erase the system program after the problem hasoccurred. For details onerasing the system programwiththeDIP switch, refer to “Method for Erasing the System Program” (page 53).

Method for Erasing the System Program

In order to erase the system program, the system program area must be cleared. On shipment thereisno data inthesystem programareaand therefore thesystem program can be transferred without having to erase an existing system program first; however, if asystem program already existsit must be erasedbefore the new one can be transferred. The following is the procedure for erasing the system program.

Operation 1. Set DIP SW2-6 to the ON position and turnon the powerorreset: the following

screen will be displayed.

Erase system program

Are you sure?

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(Yes:F3+F4, No:ENT)

2. Press the “return” key if you want to quit without erasing the program. If you do

want to erase the program, press any two of the function keys simultaneously: this will start erasure of the program. During erasure, the screen shown below is displayed:

Erasing...

3. On completion of erasure, the screen shown below is displayed. At this point

set DIP SW2-6 to the OFF position and reset the NT11S.

Erasing is completed

Set DIP-SW2-6 to off

and press reset-SW

Registering the Screen Data

3-6 Registering the Screen Data

The screen data is created by using the support tool and registered to the NT11S screen data memory. This section describes the procedure to register the screen data to the NT11S. For the screen data creation and the support tool operation, refer to the NT-series NT11S Support Tool Operation Manual (V030-E1-1).

Transmission -- Transmission in File Units

The NT11S uses several screens which are switched on its display. The screen data of one NT11S unit corresponds to the screens created by using the support tool. Select a file which contains the screen data to be transmitted when selecting the screen data to be transmitted to the NT11S so that the required screen data can be transmitted to the NT11S. It is not possible to send screen data in screen units.

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Screen data file

Screen 1 Screen 2

: :

Screen N

Memory table

Mark data

System memory

Direct connection information

If an error message and the System Menu are displayed immediately after the NT11S has been started, the screen data memory needs to be initialized.

Transmitting the Screen Data from the Support Tool

To transmit thescreen datafrom the supporttool totheNT11S, connectthe NT11S to the computer on which the support tool is being used, and follow the procedure below.

Reference

The NT11S uses oneconnectorfor theconnectiontoboth aPCanda computer. If it has been connected to a PC, disconnect the PC and connect the support tool (computer) to the NT11S, and then, transmit the screen data.

All screen data are transmitted by one operation.

NT11S

Screen 1 Screen 2

Screen N

Memory table

Mark data

System memory

Direct connection information

Registering the Screen Data

Operation 1. Connect the NT11S to the computer on which the support tool is being used,

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and turn ON the NT11S.

2. Turn ON the computer and start up the support tool.

3. Enter the “Transmit Mode” by operating the menu of the NT11S as mentioned

below.

SYSTEM MENU

Select “Transmit Mode” with the

key, then press “ENTER”.

Quit

Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

TRANSMIT MODE

4. Select a screen data to be transmitted to the NT11S in the File Selection

screen of the support tool, and press F-6.

5. The NT11S will display the following screen when the screen data is being

transmitted.

TRANSMIT MODE

Tool PT Screen Data 0KB

Registering the Screen Data

6. When the screen data transmission is completed, the support tool will display

the following screen.

-- -- -- -- -- Help Message -- -- -- -- --

Data successfuly transmitted

(Hit any key to continue)

7. Press any key on the support tool to return to the File Selection screen.

8. You can quit the Transmit Mode and return tothe RUN mode bysimultaneous-

ly pressing any two of the four function keys on the panel of the NT11S. The same result is achieved when the NT11S receives a transfer end instruction from the support tool.

Precautions to be Observed During the Screen Data Transmission

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When any of the following or a system error occurs during the screen data transmission, the transmitted screen data willnot be registered correctly to the NT11S. If an error message is displayed in the System Menu and the Transmit Mode cannot be selected, the screen data memory needs to be initialized.

S The power to the NT11S is interrupted or the NT11S is reset. S The power to the computer on which the support tool is running is interrupted or

thr computer is reset. S The cable connecting the NT11S to the computer on which the support tool is

running is disconnected or has a broken wire. S Screen data transfer is terminated by pressing any two of the function keys on

the panel of the NT11S. S The ESC key on the support tool is pressed to end the transmission. When the power to the NT11S is turned ON or reset, the screen data is checked.

However, if any of the above occurs during the screen data transmission, the screen may disappear and other unexpected problems may occur.

In the case of such problems, set DIP-SW2-2 to ON to initialize the memory. For the memory initialization by using the DIP switch, refer to the “Initialization by

using the DIP switch” (page 50).

Setting the Conditionsof Communications with the PC byUsing the MemorySwitches

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3-7 Setting the Conditions of Communications with the PC by

Using the Memory Switches

The communications between the NT11S and a PC are called the host communications.

The NT11S can be connected to a PC by the host link or NT link. The link can be selected by setting the memory switch. Also, the host link baud rate, automatic reset function, etc. are set with the memory switches.

This section describes the communications condition settings by using the memory switches.

Memory Switches TheNT11S has the memory areas used to store the PC connection method, com-

munications conditions, system settings, etc. which can be used as the switches and called the “memory switches”. Since the memory switches use the flash memory, the stored data can be held even when the power supply is turned OFF.

Setting Functions and the Memory Switch Menu

The memory switches can be set easily by using the memory switch menu in the System Menu.

The following settingscanbe made with the memory switches. Refer to thesubsequent pages for the details of each setting and function.

[ Memory switch menu ]

Page: Backlight OFF 10min Auto-restart Yes

Page:

key

Comm. Type Host Link Baud Rate 9600BPS

key

Comm. Port RS-232C

Backlight OFF 3-9-2 Backlight OFF Functions (page 63) Auto-restart 3-7-3 Selecting the Automatic Reset Function

(page 60)

Comm. Type Host Link 3-7-1 Selecting the Host Communication Method

(page 58)

Baud Rate 3-7-2 Selecting the Host Link Communication Speed

(page 59)

Comm. Port 3-7-4 Selecting the Channel for Communication with

the PC (page 61)

Setting the Conditionsof Communications with the PC byUsing the MemorySwitches

3-7-1 Selecting the Host Communication Method

The NT11Scanbe connected to a PC by the host linkor NT link. Either link can be selected by setting the “Comm. Type” memory switch. The factory setting has been made to the “Host link”.

Select the host communication method by the menu operation from the System Menu as mentioned below.

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SYSTEM MENU

Quit Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

PT Setting I/O Check

Initialize Memory

Memory Switch

Page:

Backlight OFF 10min

Auto-restart Yes

Select “Maintenance Mode” with the key, then press “EN-

TER”.

Select “Memory Switch” with the

key, then press “ENTER”.

Display the next screen by pressing the key.

Reference

Page:

Comm. Type Host Link

Baud Rate 9600BPS

Pressing the [+/--] key while “Comm. Type” is highlighted will cause the selection for this item to alternate between “HostLink” and “NT Link”.

Comm. Port RS-232C

To quit after setting the selection made, press the “ENTER” key. To quit without setting the selection made, press any two function keys simultaneously.

The communication method must be selected according to the method that the connecting PC supports.

Setting the Conditionsof Communications with the PC byUsing the MemorySwitches

3-7-2 Selecting the Host Link Communication Speed

When the host link is used, the baud rate of the communications with the PC can be set. Use the “Baud Rate” switch and select 9600 bps or 19200 bps.

The factory setting has been made at 9600 bps. Select the baudrate ofthecommunication with thePC by themenu operation from

the System Menu as mentioned below.

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SYSTEM MENU

Quit Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

PT Setting I/O Check

Initialize Memory

Memory Switch

Page:

Backlight OFF 10min

Auto-restart Yes

Select “Maintenance Mode” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

Select “Memory Switch” with the

key, then press “ENTER”.

Display the next screen by pressing the key.

Note

Page: Comm. Type Host Link

Baud Rate 9600BPS

Comm. Port RS-232C

To quit after setting the selection made, press the “ENTER” key. To quit without setting the selection made, press any two function keys simultaneously.

If the NT link has been selected, the Baud Rate setting does not make anyeffect.

Select “Baud Rate” with the key. Pressing the [+/--] key while “Baud Rate” is highlighted will cause the selection for this item to alternate between“9600BPS” and “19200BPS”.

Setting the Conditionsof Communications with the PC byUsing the MemorySwitches

3-7-3 Selecting the Automatic Reset Function

The “Auto-restart” memory switch isused toset whether ornot the communication is automatically reset after the occurrence of a communication error.

The factory setting has been made at “OFF”. Select the Automatic Reset Function of the communication with the PC by the

menu operation from the System Menu as mentioned below.

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SYSTEM MENU

Quit Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

PT Setting I/O Check

Initialize Memory

Memory Switch

Page: Backlight OFF 10min

Auto-restart Yes

Select “Maintenance Mode” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

Select “Memory Switch” with the

key, then press “ENTER”.

Select “Auto-restart” with the

key. Pressing the [+/--] keywhile“Automatic Reset” is highlighted will cause the selection for this item to alternate between “No” and “Yes”.

To quit after setting the selection made, press the “ENTER” key. To quit without setting the selection made, press any two function keys simultaneously.

S “OFF”: If a communication error has occurred, corresponding error message is

displayed and the operation stops.

S “ON”: If a communication error has occurred, corresponding error message will

not be displayed and the operation will be automatically reset.

Setting the Conditionsof Communications with the PC byUsing the MemorySwitches

3-7-4 Selecting the Channel for Communication with the PC

The NT11Sallowsselection of RS-232C or RS-422A as the channel(communication port) forcommunication with thePC. The channel tobeused isselected at the “Comm. Port” item in the memory switch menu. The setting on shipment is “RS-232C”.

Select the channel by performing the following operations, starting from the system menu.

Section 3-7

SYSTEM MENU

Quit Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

PT Setting I/O Check

Initialize Memory

Memory Switch

Page:

Backlight OFF 10min

Auto-restart Yes

Select “Maintenance Mode” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

Select “Memory Switch” with the

key, then press “ENTER”.

Display the next screen by pressing the key.

Reference

Page: Comm. Type Host Link

Baud Rate 9600BPS

Comm. Port RS-232C

To quit after setting the selection made, press the “ENTER” key. To quit without setting the selection made, press any two function keys simultaneously.

Select the system that is supported by the PC to be connected.

Select “Comm. Port” with the key. Pressing the [+/--] key while “Comm. Port” is highlighted will cause the selection for this item to alternate between “RS-232C” and “RS-422A”.

Starting the Operation

3-8 Starting the Operation

After completing the screen data transmission, connect the NT11S to the PC and start the operation.

Section 3-8

Caution

Switching to the RUN mode Press the Quit in the System Menu. The start-up screen in the RUN mode will be

Reference

Confirming the Communications between the NT11S and the PC

Carefully check the operation of all screen data and host programs before using them. If incorrect, the system may operate unpredictably. Otherwise the system may operate unpredictably.

displayed.

If theNT11S has failed to start correctly; e.g., thestart-up screenisnot displayed, an errormessage isdisplayed, orthe screenis notdisplayed atall, referto Section 6-2 “Responding to Displayed Error Messages” (page 133) and take appropriate action.

Execute the PC program and confirm that the following operations are normally performed.

S Confirm that the NT11S screens switch according to the PC programexecution.

If the screens do not switch correctly, check the connectionbetween the NT11S and the PC and also check the settings.

Refer to Section 2 Hardware Settings and Connections.

S Confirm that the information selected by the NT11S function keys has been set

in the PC by displaying the contents of the words and bits using a peripheral tool (LSS etc.). If the information sent from the NT11S has not been correctly received by the PC, check the screen data settings (specifically the switch settings).

Reference

For the details of the screendatacreation, refer to theNT-series NT11S Support Tool Operation Manual (V030-E1-1).

The start-up screenmust be designated when the screen data iscreated by using the support tool. If the start-up screen has not been designated, the screen with screen number1will be displayed.Ifno screendata hasbeen registeredat screen number 1, the “Screen not registered.” error message will be displayed. For the screen number setting, refer to Section 4-3 Screen Display (page 80).

Back light OFF

3-9 Backlight OFF

In order to prevent the formation of an afterimage on the screen, and to maximize the service life of the backlight, the NT11S has a function for turning off the backlight.

3-9-1 Turning the Backlight Back ON

After the backlight has been switched off by actuation of the backlight OFF function, it will come back on in response to any key operation on the panel of the NT11S, if a screen is switched or redisplayed by the PC, or if a backlight ON instruction is received from the PC. The backlight will not come back on merely because the numerals or characters displayed on the screen change.

3-9-2 Backlight OFF Function

There are two methods for implementing the backlight OFF function:

- Method whereby the backlight is automatically switched off when there have been no operations for a set length of time. (Designated with the memory switches)

- Method whereby the backlight is switched off by an instruction from the PC. (Designated in the PT status control area)

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For details onthe methodforswitching thebacklight offwith aninstruction from the PC, see 5-4 “NT11S Status Control” (page 122).

The settings relating to the backlight OFF function that can be made with the memory switches are: whether or not thebacklight OFF function isused, and - if it is used - what length of time will elapse before the backlight goes OFF. The setting on shipment specifies that the backlight will go OFF after a period of ten minutes during which there are no operations.

Select the backlight OFF time by performing the following operations, starting from the system menu.

SYSTEM MENU

Quit

Select “Maintenance Mode” with the key, then press “EN-

TER”.

Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

PT Setting

Select “Memory Switch” with the

key, then press “ENTER”.

I/O Check Initialize Memory

Memory Switch

Back light OFF

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Reference

Correct Use

Page:

Backlight OFF 10min

Auto-restart Yes

S To quit after setting the selection made, press the “ENTER” key.

To quit without setting the selection made, press any two function keys simultaneously.

S If “None”is selected, the backlight OFF function doesnotoperate. As longas no

operations are performed, the same screen will be displayed indefinitely.

S If “10m” is selected, the backlight will be switched OFF if no operations are per-

formed for ten minutes.

S If “1h” is selected, the backlight will be switched OFF if no operations are per-

formed for one hour.

In order to maximize the service life of the backlight, select “10m” or “1h” if possible.

After images may remain if the same pattern is displayed for a long period. To prevent the formation of an afterimage, either usethe screen saver function or periodicaly switch screens.

Pressing the [+/--] key while “Backlight OFF” is highlighted will cause the selection for this item to change cyclically in the sequence “10m” “1h” “None”.

System Maintenance

Section 3-10

3-10 System Maintenance

In order to facilitate maintenance, the NT11S is provided with functions including the I/O check function and a function for confirming the NT11S settings.

3-10-1 I/O Check

The I/O check function checks whether the inputs and outputs for the following items are normal.

- LEDs

- LCD

- Key input

- Communication interface

LED check Carry out the LED check by performing the following operations, starting from the

system menu.

SYSTEM MENU

Quit Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

PT Setting

I/O Check

Initialize Memory Memory Switch

Page: Quit

LED Check

Select “Maintenance Mode” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

Select “I/O Check” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

Select “LED Check” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

LCD Check

The “RUN” LED on the panel of the NT11S will blink. S To quit the LED check, press any two of the function keys simultaneously.

System Maintenance

LCD check Checkthe LCD of the NT11S by performing the following operations, starting from

the system menu.

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SYSTEM MENU

Quit Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

PT Setting

I/O Check

Initialize Memory Memory Switch

Page: Quit

LED Check

Select “Maintenance Mode” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

Select “I/O Check” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

Select “LCD Check” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

LCD Check

S In the LCDcheck,allof the dots that comprise the screenare displayed,oneat a

time, starting at the top left corner of the screen. The LCD check is completed when all the dots are displayed.

S To abort the LCD check, press any two function keys simultaneously.

System Maintenance

Key input check Check the numeric keys, arrow keys, and function keys of the NT11S by perform-

ing the following operations, starting from the system menu.

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SYSTEM MENU

Quit Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

PT Setting

I/O Check

Initialize Memory Memory Switch

Page:

Quit

LED Check LCD Check

Select “Maintenance Mode” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

Select “I/O Check” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

Display the next page by pressing the key.

Page:

Press “ENTER”.

Key Check

Tool I/F Input Check

All the keys to be checked are displayed on the screen.

F1 F2 F3 F4

Display when

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

. +/-- clr ENTER

S Press each of the numeric keys, arrow keys, and function keys on the panel of

the NT11S in turn. If the corresponding key in the display is highlighted when the panel key is pressed, it indicates that the key is operating normally.

the numeric key [9] is pressed.

S To quit the key input check, press any two of the function keys simultaneously.

System Maintenance

Check on communication with the support tool

Check the communication betweentheNT11S and support tool by performing the following operations, starting from the system menu.

Section 3-10

SYSTEM MENU

Quit Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

PT Setting

I/O Check

Initialize Memory Memory Switch

Page:

Quit

LED Check

Select “Maintenance Mode” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

Select “I/O Check” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

Display the next page by pressing the key.

LCD Check

Page: Key Check

Select “Tool I/F Input Check” with the key, then press “ENTER”.

Tool I/F Input Check

TOOL I/F INPUT CHECK

S The data received from the connected support tool is displayed in hexadecimal

notation.

S To quitthe checkon communication with the supporttool, press any twofunction

keys simultaneously.

System Maintenance

Section 3-10

Note

The NT11Susesthe same connector for connection to the support toolto the PC. If this cable is connected to equipment other than the personal computer running the support tool, disconnect it from this equipment and connect it to the support tool before starting the communications check.

3-10-2 PT Setting Check

Display thesettingsof theNT11S onthescreenby performingthe following operations, starting from the system menu.

SYSTEM MENU

PT Setting

I/O Check Initialize Memory

Quit Transmit Mode

Maintenance Mode

Select “Maintenance Mode” with the key, then press “EN-

TER”.

Press “ENTER”.

Memory Switch

Page: Control Area DM0200

Notify Area DM0300

The PT setting screen comprises twopages. To switch between them, use the and keys.

Page: Control Area DM0200 Notify Area DM0300

S The current settings of the NT11S are displayed. S To quit the PT setting display, press any two function keys simultaneously.

Page:

key

Comm. Type Host Link Baud Rate 9600BPS

key

Comm. Port RS-232C

NT11S Functions

This section describes the functions of the NT11S.

4-1 Creating and Transmitting Screen Data 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-1-1 Setting the Support Tool for Use with the NT11S 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-1-2 Creating Screen Data 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-2 Outline of Functions 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-2-1 NT11S Screen 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-2-2 Characters and Figures Which can be Displayed 78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-3 Screen Display 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-3-1 Classification of Screens 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-3-2 Screen Attributes 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-4 Memory Tables 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-4-1 Character-String Memory Table 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-4-2 Numeral Memory Table 82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-5 Bar Graphs 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-5-1 Bar Graph Functions 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-6 Numeral Setting 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-6-1 The Numeral Setting Function 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-6-2 Using Numeric Keys 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-7 Menu Screen Function 87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-8 Password Screen Display Function 88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-9 Display History Screen Function 90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-10 Daily Report/Display History Printing Function 91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-10-1 Printing Daily Reports 91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-10-2 Printing Display Histories 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 4

Creating and Transmitting Screen Data

4-1 Creating and Transmitting Screen Data

This section describesbrieflythesupport tool settings requiredfor creating screen data and the screen data creation procedure.

Section 4-1

Reference

For the details of the support tool and screen data creation, refertothe“NT-series NT11S Support Tool Operation Manual” (V030-E1-j).

4-1-1 Setting the Support Tool for Use with the NT11S

To create the screen data for the NT11S, make settings with the support tool for use with the NT11S.

Select “Tool Settings”.

Creating and Transmitting Screen Data

Section 4-1

4-1-2 Creating Screen Data

Screen Data Creation Method Thescreen datais createdby usingthe support tool.Thesupporttool registers the

screen data used with one NT11S to one file. Screen data can be created by one of the following three methods:

S creating a new file; S editing an existing file; S reading and editing selected screens from an existing file.

Screen Data Creation Procedure

The following gives the basic screen data creation procedure. Required settings and reference pages are given for each step of the procedure.

á Select “Tool Settings” in the Main Menu to display the “Tool Settings” screen.

Settings of Auto Refresh, Communication Port, etc. are made in this screen. Refer to “Setting thesupport tool for usewith the NT11S” onthepreviouspage.

Creating and Transmitting Screen Data

á Select a file used for storing the screen data for the NT11S in the “File List”

screen.

Section 4-1

Select “Edit Screen”.

To create a new file, select “New File”. To edit an existing file, select a file to edit.

Select “New File” and press [Enter]. Enter filename on completion of creation.

Select “Screen Creation”.

Select a screen number to edit in the selected file in the “Screen List” screen. á While in the “Screen List” screen, press the [F10] (Next page) key, and then,

the [F4] (Direct) key to display the “Direct Connection Information” window in which the head words in the PC used to allocate the following areas.

Creating and Transmitting Screen Data

S PT status control area: Section 5-4 NT11S Status Control (page 122) S PT status notify area: Section 5-5 Notification of the Operating Status to the PC

(page 126)

S Numeral memory table: 5-2 Memory Tables and Bar Graph (page 106) S character-string memory table: 5-2 Memory Tables and Bar Graph (page 106)

Section 4-1

Select a screen number and press [Enter].

Create screen data in the Edit screen of the support tool. Data of one screen can be created by registering (laying out) the following display elements and attributes on the screen.

S Numeral display:

Set numbers in the numeral memory table. .....“Numeral Memory Table” (page 82)

S Character-string display:

Set numbers in the character-string memory table. .....“Character-String

Memory Table” (page 81)

S Bar graph:

Set numbers in the numeral memory table. ..... Section 4-5 Bar Graphs (page 83)

S Numeral setting:

Set numbers in the numeral memory table. ..... Section 4-6 Numeral Setting

(page 85)

S Character input: Input fixed character-strings.

Creating and Transmitting Screen Data

Return to the “Screen List”.

Section 4-1

[Exiting the Edit screen]

[To the File Selection] Enter filename to newly created screen data. Return to the “File List”.

Pressing the [F8] (Start-up screen) key allows setting of the screen number to be displayed when the NT11S is booted.

Transmitting Screen Data to the NT11S

Transmit the screen data created by using the support tool to the NT11S screen data memory.

Connect the NT11S tothesupport tooland setthe NT11S toTransmit Mode. Then, press the[F6](Transmit) keyin the“File List”screento transmitthe createdscreen data to the NT11S.

Outline of Functions

Section 4-2

For the connection procedure to the support tool, refer to Section 2-3 Connecting to the Support Tool (page 25). For the transmission of the screen data, refer to Section 3-6 Registering the Screen Data (page 54).

4-2 Outline of Functions

4-2-1 NT11S Screen

This section gives the outline of the screen which is the basis of all NT11S functions.

For specific operation procedure usinghost link/NT link such as screen switching, refer to Section 4-3 Screen Display” (page 80).

Composition of the Screen The NT11S screen is composed of horizontal 160 dots x vertical 64dots. Each dot

is set by the combination of the X (horizontal) and Y (vertical) coordinates. The origin of coordinates (0, 0) is set at the top left corner of the screen.

X coordinate (horizontal)

159

Y coordinate (vertical)

Coordinates (x, y)

159, 63

Screen Management The screens displayed on the NT11S are managed by the screen numbers.

Screen numbers are set when the screen data are created by using the support tool. Up to 250 screens can be set by allocating arbitrarily selected numbers 1 to

250. The displayscreenscan be switchedorthe start-upscreen canbe set bydesignat-

ing the screen number from the PC.

Special Screen Number Screen number“0” is reservedfor the system asthe no-display screen. Selectthis

to display nothing on the NT11S screen.

Outline of Functions

4-2-2 Characters and Figures Which can be Displayed

The NT11S screen can display characters, bar graphs, and other various elements.

This section describesthe types andattributes of the charactersandfigures which can be displayed and do not need to be changed at all.

For the settings, display, and use of the characters, numeric values, and graphs which change accordingto the system operationstatus andother conditions, refer to Section 4-4 Memory Tables (page 81) and Section 5-2 Memory Tables and Bar Graph (page 106).

The power of expression of the screen can be increased by giving various attributes such as the enlarged or reverse display to the characters and figures.

The character and figure attributes canbe set in the edit screen when creating the screen data by using the support tool.

Types and Attributes of Characters and Figures

The following types of characters can be input by using the support tool and be displayed during operation.

Section 4-2

Character

Type

Normal height

characters

Marks 8 x 16

Dots

(vertical x

horizontal)

8 x 16

Character Set

Alphanumerics and symbols

Create by using the support tool

Maximum Number of

Characters Displayed in One

Screen (without overwriting)

20 characters x 4 lines (80 characters)

S Marks

A mark is a graphic pattern created by 8 (horizontal x16 (vertical) by using the support tool. Marks can be handled the same asthe normal size characters. Up to 64 patterns can be defined within the total screen data.

Outline of Functions

Section 4-2

S Enlarged display of the characters and marks

The characters and marks can be enlarged to the following scales.

Double

x1 scale

S Reverse and flashing display

Reverse display: The displaybrightnessof the character andthe

Flashing display: Characters are displayed as they flash. The

Reverse and flashing display: The reverse display alternates with the normal

width scale

background is reversed comparing with the normal display.

normal display alternates with no-display.

display.

Screen Display

4-3 Screen Display

This section describes the screen information required for the operation with the NT11S.

4-3-1 Classification of Screens

The NT11S is provided with the following types of screens which are classified by the display method.

S Normal screen S System screen

The screen type is determined by the screen number.

Normal screens (screen numbers 1 to 250)

These screens can be used without restriction by the user to create various kinds of monitor and setting screens, including fixed displays, character displays, numeral displays, and bar graph displays.

System screen (screen number 0)

The system screen is reserved by the NT11S for system applications.

Section 4-3

Screen No. 0 ..... Blank screen

4-3-2 Screen Attributes

Assigning an attribute to a screen makes it capable of a special function when it is displayed. For example,whenan attempt ismade todisplaya screenfor whichthe “password” attribute is set, a message requesting input of the password will be displayed and the specified screen will not be displayed until the password has been input.

Set screenattributes for each screen by using the “screenselection”screenof the support tool.

It is possible to set more than one of the following attributes for a screen.

Numeral setting attribute This attribute makes it possible to use numeric keys on the panel of the NT11S to

input numerical values on screens on which numerical values have to be set. For numeral setting, the write channel, display position, and display method must be set.

Password attribute This attribute ensures security by requesting the input of a password before the

screen is displayed. If an incorrect password is input, the screen will not be displayed. The password is set as a four-digit numerical value.

Display history attribute The following three types of data are recorded each time a screen is displayed:

Display time: Time when the screen was displayed

(month, day, hour, minute) Screen number: Screen number of the displayed screen Screen comment:The comment set for the displayed screen

The recorded data can be printed out using the printing function of the NT11S.

Memory Tables

Section 4-4

Menu screen attribute This attribute makes it possible to switch to another screen by using the numeric

keys. Assigning the screen numbers of destination screens to numeric keys [1] through [4] enables switching to these screens by numeric key input.

4-4 Memory Tables

The NT11Shasthe “character-string memory table” for the characterdataandthe “numeral memory table” fornumeric data which can be written and updated bythe PC.

The contents of the memory tables can be set by using the support tool when displaying the memory tables on the screen or by editing the table.

4-4-1 Character-String Memory Table

The character-string memory table isanNT11S internal memory used to store the character data. Up to 128 character-string memory tables can be used, and up to 20 characters (20 bytes) can bestored in one memory table. The character-string memory tables at up to 8 positions can be registered in one screen.

Displaying a Character-string

The character-string memory tables are registered with table numbers 0 to 127. When creating the screen data by using the support tool, set the position on the

screen to display a character-string and also set a character-string number to be displayed.

When the NT11S is operated, the screen displays the contents of the characterstring memory table.

Characters and Figures Which can be Displayed

The power of expression of the screen can be increased by giving various attributes such as the enlarged or reverse display to the characters of the characterstring memory table.

The character attributes can be set in the edit screen when creating the screen data by using the support tool.

The following types of characters can be displayed on the NT11S:

Character

Type

Normal height

characters

Marks 8 x 16

(vertical x

horizontal)

S Enlarged display of the characters and marks

Dots

8 x 16

Character Set

Alphanumerics and symbols

Create by using the support tool

Maximum Number of

Characters Displayed in One

Screen (without overwriting)

20 characters x 4 lines (80 characters)

The characters and marks can be enlarged to the following scales. Double width scale.

Memory Tables

S Reverse and flashing display

Reverse display: The displaybrightnessof the character andthe

background is reversed comparing with the normal display.

Flashing display: Characters are displayed as they flash. The

normal display alternates with no-display.

Reverse and flashing display: The reverse display alternates with the normal

display.

Section 4-4

4-4-2 Numeral Memory Table

The numeral memory table isan NT11S internal memory used to store the numeral data. Up to 128 numeral memory tables can be used, andup to eight digits (four bytes) of numeral data (including signs) can be stored in one numeral memory table. The numeral memory tables at up to 8 positions can be registered in one screen.

Displaying a Numeral The numeral memory tables are registered with table numbers 0 to 127.

When creating the screen data by using the support tool, set the position on the screen to display a numeral and also set a numeral number to be displayed.

When the NT11S is operated, the screen displays the contents of the numeral memory table.

Also, by relating the numeral memory tables with the bar graphs, the bar graphs corresponding to the data of the numeral memory tables can be displayed.

Numerals Which can be Displayed

The power of expression of the screen can be increased by giving various attributes such as the enlarged or reverse display to the numerals of the numeral memory table.

The numeral attributes canbe set in theeditscreenwhen creatingthe screen data by using the support tool.

The following types of numerals can be displayed on the NT11S:

- Digits of the whole numbers: 1 to 8 digits

- Digits of the decimal fraction: 0 to 7 digits

- Character sizes: Normal

- Enlarged display: Double width

- Sign display setting

- Decimal/hexadecimal display setting

- Zero suppress setting

Reference

Zero suppress setting The numeral dataare displayedin designateddisplay areas asright-aligned.If the

number of digits of a numeral data is smaller than that of the display area, number “0”s will be displayed at the vacant digits. These “0”s will not be displayed if the zero suppress setting is made for “Yes”.

Bar Graphs

4-5 Bar Graphs

The contents of thenumeral memory tables of the NT11S can bedisplayed as bar graphs as well as numeral data.

4-5-1 Bar Graph Functions

The bar graph function displays avalue ina bargraph form as a percentage to the specified value according to the contents of a numeral memory table. Up to 4bar graphs can be registered in one screen.

S Reference table

The numeral memory table used as the reference for the bar graph display can be set.

Section 4-5

Note

Bar Graph Attributes The following attributes can be set with the NT11S for the bar graph display:

The bargraphdisplay cannot usehexadecimalnumbers. If hexadecimal numbers are setinthe referencenumeral memorytable,the bargraph cannot bedisplayed.

Use the support tool to make settings for the bar graph display when creating the screen data.

S Position and size

The display position and size (length) of a bar graph can be set. The width of the bar graph can be set in the range of 8 dots.

S Orientation and incremental direction

The type of bar graph displayed by the NT11S has a horizontal orientation and increments to the right.

Direction: ®

S Graph frame

Select whether or not the graph frame (boundary line of a graph display area) which indicates the effective display range is displayed.

¬ This frame is not displayed if

“Graph frame: No” has been set.

Bar Graphs

Section 4-5

S Setting the 100 % value and % display

Set a value which corresponds to 100 % for the “100 % value”. The available value range is “0 to 99999999” (max. eight digits). For the “% display”, whether or not the proportion (percentage) of thereference numeral memory table value to the “100 % value”is displayedin anumeral can beselected.The display value is calculated as follows:

“% display” value = Numeral memory table value ÷ “100 % value” x 100

For the fontandattributes usedfor thenumeral display, refer to “Numeralswhich can be displayed” (page 82).

S Display of negative values (less than 0%)

The bar graphis displayedin the rangeof0 %to 100 %. Theend of the bargraph indicates 0 %. Values below 0 % are indicated as 0 %.

60 %

% display

0 % 100 %

S Display method when the percentage value is in the range 100% to 999%

999 %

% display

0 % 100 %

1-dot-wide space

Graph width: 8 dots

S Display method when the percentage value is 1000% or greater

The bar graph will be displayed the same as (2) above. The percentage value is indicated by three asterisks: ***%

OMRON NT11S User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

About this Manual:

PRECAUTIONS

1-1 Getting Starting

1-2 Role and Operation of NT11S

1-2-1 Operations of NT11S

1-3 Functions of NT11S

1-3-1 Features

1-3-2 Principal Functions of NT11S

1-3-3 Displays

1-3-4 System Keys

1-4 System Configuration

1-5 Direct Connection Function

1-5-1 NT Link

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

1-6 Before Operating

2-1 Description of Parts and Settings

2-1-1 Description of Parts

2-1-2 DIP Switch Settings

2-2 Installation

2-2-1 Installation to the Operation Panel

2-2-2 Power Supply Connection

2-2-3 Grounding

2-3 Connecting to the Support Tool

2-4 Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-232C Type)

2-4-1 Compatible PCs

2-4-2 Connecting the NT11S

2-4-3 PC Switch Settings

2-5 Connection to a PC by the Host Link (RS-422A Type)

2-5-1 Compatible PCs

2-5-2 Parts Required for Connection

2-5-3 Method for Connection

2-5-4 Connector Specifications and Wiring for Each Unit

2-5-5 PC Switch Settings

2-6 Connection to a PC by the NT Link

2-6-1 Compatible PCs

2-6-2 Connecting the NT11S

2-6-3 PC Switch Settings

2-7 Connecting a Printer

2-7-1 How to Connect

3-1 Operation Flow by the System Menu

3-2 Starting the NT11S

3-2-1 Changing the System Settings etc.

3-3 Operation Modes and the System Menu

3-3-1 System Menu and the Operation Modes

3-3-2 Menu Tree

3-3-3 Operations with the System Menu

3-4 Initializing Memory

3-4-1 Initialization of the Screen Data

3-4-2 Initialization by Using the DIP Switch (Forced Initialization)

3-5 Transferring the System Program

3-6 Registering the Screen Data

Setting the Conditionsof Communications with the PC byUsing the MemorySwitches

3-7-1 Selecting the Host Communication Method

3-7-2 Selecting the Host Link Communication Speed

3-7-3 Selecting the Automatic Reset Function

3-7-4 Selecting the Channel for Communication with the PC

3-8 Starting the Operation

3-9 Backlight OFF

3-9-1 Turning the Backlight Back ON

3-9-2 Backlight OFF Function

3-10 System Maintenance

3-10-1 I/O Check

3-10-2 PT Setting Check

4-1 Creating and Transmitting Screen Data

4-1-1 Setting the Support Tool for Use with the NT11S

4-1-2 Creating Screen Data

4-2 Outline of Functions

4-2-1 NT11S Screen

4-2-2 Characters and Figures Which can be Displayed

4-3 Screen Display

4-3-1 Classification of Screens

4-3-2 Screen Attributes

4-4 Memory Tables

4-4-1 Character-String Memory Table

4-4-2 Numeral Memory Table

4-5 Bar Graphs