Thank you for purchasing Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX’s Safety Control Unit
SF-C21
.
Please read this instruction manual carefully and thoroughly for the correct and optimum use of
this device.
Kindly keep this manual in a convenient place for quick reference.
This device is a safety control unit for machines.
This manual is for the personnel who have undergone suitable training, have knowledge of
safety of machines and knowledge of electricity (are electric workers or have knowledge equivalent to that of the workers), and
● who are responsible for the introduction of this device,
● who design the system using this device,
● who install and connect this device,
● who manage and operate a plant using this device, and
● who are qualied and responsible for each of the phases of design, manufacture, installation,
operation, maintenance or disposal.
Please fully understand “Safety Standards” introduced in this instruction manual and properly
handle the equipment with paying attention to the safety.
Notes
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from the publisher.
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aspects that are not clear, or any error that you may notice, please contact our local Panaso-
nic Industrial Devices SUNX ofce of the nearest distributor.
4) English and Japanese are original instructions.
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2-5-1 Installing Direction ··································································15
2-5-2 Installation Space ···································································16
2-5-3 Installation to and Removal from a DIN Rail ·································18
2-5-4 Installing the Unit Directly in a Control Panel Using Screws ············· 19
2-5-5 Installation Environment ··························································· 19
2-6-1 Power Supply Unit ··································································20
2-6-2 I/O Circuit Diagrams ································································ 21
2-6-3 Connecting to the Terminal Block ···············································23
2-6-4 Connection of Safety Devices ···················································24
3-8-1 MODBUS RTU Specication ·····················································31
3-8-2 Wiring Example ······································································ 32
3-8-3 Function Code ·······································································33
3-8-4 Error Codes···········································································33
3-8-5 Address Map ·········································································34
3-8-6 Message Format ····································································35
3-8-7 Function Code ·······································································36
3-9 USB Communication ·································································· 38
3-10 Logic Selection Function ···························································· 39
3-11 OFF Delay Time Selection Function·············································· 47
4-2 Preparation for Logic Setting ························································ 51
4-2-1 Turning ON the Power ·····························································51
4-2-2 Portions Used in Settings ·························································51
4-3 Operation in RUN Mode and the Display ········································· 52
4-3-1 Operation and Display During Normal Operation ··························· 52
4-3-2 Display When an Error Occurs ··················································53
4-4 Setting of Logics and OFF Delay Time ············································ 54
4-4-1 Flowchart of Logic and OFF Delay Time ······································54
4-4-2 Operation Procedure for Setting Logic and OFF Delay Time ············55
5-1 System Conguration ·································································· 67
5-2 Required System Specications ···················································· 68
5-2-1 Operating System ··································································· 68
5-2-2 PC Specications ···································································68
5-3 Installation ················································································ 68
5-4 Uninstallation ············································································ 68
5-5 Connection of this Device and a PC ··············································· 69
5-5-1 Connection to “Monitor Mode” ···················································69
5-5-2 Connection to “Transfer Mode” ··················································70
5-5-3 Setting to “Monitor Mode” after the End of Transfer ························71
5-5-4 Disconnection of this Device from a PC ······································· 71
5-5-5 Initialization of this Device ························································71
5-6 Startup and End of Software Tool ·················································· 72
5-6-1 Startup Software Tool ······························································72
5-6-2 End of Software Tool ·······························································74
5-7 New / Save / Print of a File ··························································· 75
5-7-1 Create New File ·····································································75
5-7-2 Open Sample Logic ································································77
5-7-3 Open a Recent File ································································· 79
5-7-4 Upload Logic from this Device ··················································· 81
5-7-5 Saving a File ·········································································82
5-7-6 Download Logic to Device ························································84
5-7-7 Print·····················································································86
5-8 Each Part Name of the Software Tool and Basic Operation ················· 87
5-9 Creating and Editing a Logic, and Saving a File and Transferring it to this
5-9-1 Creating and Editing Logic ·······················································89
5-9-2 Saving a Logic File and Transferring it to this Device ·····················89
5-10 Create a Logic ········································································· 90
5-10-1 Create a Logic ·····································································90
5-10-1-1 Set Input Lock ······················································· 90
5-10-1-2 Set Control Block 1 ················································91
5-10-1-3 Create a Circuit ·····················································91
5-10-2 Example of a Logic Using Control Block 1 / 2 ······························ 93
5-10-3 Example of a Logic Using Control Block 1 / 2 / 3 ·························94
5-11-1 Types of Inputs ·····································································95
5-11-2 Setting of Contact Input Mismatch Allowable Time ·······················96
5-11-3 Input Filter Time Setting ··························································97
5-25-1 Language ·········································································· 112
5-25-2 Manual ············································································· 11 2
5-25-3 Version Information ····························································· 112
This instruction manual employs the following attentions marks “
depending on the degree of the danger to call operator’s attention to each particular action.
Read the following explanation of these marks thoroughly and observe these notices without
fail.
WARNING
CAUTION
<Reference>
Note that items described in “
tions.
Be sure to observe these important items described.
If you ignore the advice with this mark, death or serious injury could result.
If you ignore the advice with this mark, injury or material damage could result.
It gives useful information for better use of this device.
CAUTION
” may lead to serious results, depending on situa-
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CAUTION
1-2 Safety Precautions
■ Use this device as per its specications. Do not modify this device since its functions and ca-
pabilities may not be maintained and it may malfunction.
■ This device has been developed / produced for industrial use only.
■ Use of this device under the following conditions or environments is not presupposed. Please
consult us if there is no other choice but to use this device in such an environment.
1) Operating this device under conditions or environments not described in this manual.
2) Using this device in the following elds: nuclear power control, railroad, aircraft, auto mo-
biles, combustion facilities, medical systems, aerospace development, etc.
■ In case of installing this device to a particular machine, follow the safety regulations in regard
to appropriate usage, mounting (installation), operation and maintenance. The users including the installation operator are responsible for the introduction of this device.
■ Note that this device may be damaged if it is subject to a strong shock (if it is dropped onto
the oor, for example).
■ Use this device by installing suitable protection equipment as a countermeasure for failure,
damage, or malfunction of this device.
■ Before using this device, check whether the device performs properly with the functions and
capabilities as per the design specications.
■ In case of disposal, dispose this device as an industrial waste.
Machine designer, installer, employer and operator
♦
●
The machine designer, installer, employer and operator are solely responsible to ensure that all ap-
plicable legal requirements relating to the installation and the use in any application are satised and
all instructions for installation and maintenance contained in the instruction manual are followed.
●
Whether this device functions as intended to and systems including this device comply with safety
regulations depends on the appropriateness of the application, installation, maintenance and operation. The machine designer, installer, employer and operator are solely responsible for these items.
Engineer
♦
● The engineer would be a person who is appropriately educated, has widespread knowl-
edge and experience, and can solve various problems which may arise during work, such
as a machine designer, or a person in charge of installation or operation etc.
Operator
♦
●
The operator should read this instruction manual thoroughly, understand its contents, and perform
operations following the procedures described in this manual for the correct operation of this device.
● In case this device does not perform properly, the operator should report this to the person
in charge and stop the machine operation immediately. The machine must not be operated
until correct performance of this device has been conrmed.
Environment
♦
● Do not use a mobile phone or a radio phone near this device.
● This device starts the performance after 2 seconds from the power ON. Have the control
system started to function with this timing.
● Do not install this device in the following environments.
1) The device is exposed to direct sunlight
2) Dew condensation may occur due to sudden changes in temperature
3) The ambient air contains corrosive or ammable gas
4) There is a high level of dust, metallic dust, or salt content
5)
The device may be exposed to organic solvents such as benzene, thinner, or alcohol and/or strong alkaline substances such as ammonia or caustic soda, or any such substances exist in the ambient air
6) The device may be directly exposed to vibration or impact or to water drops
7)
The device may be exposed to interference from nearby high-voltage lines, high-voltage equipment, power wires, motor equipment, an amateur radio station or other transmitter, or a device with large switching
surges (the device must be placed at a distance of 100mm or greater from any interference sources)
Wiring
♦
● Do not work on (connect or remove etc.) the device while the power is ON. Failure to fol-
low this precaution could result in an electric shock.
● All electrical wiring should conform to the regional electrical regulations and laws. The wir-
ing should be done by engineer(s) having the special electrical knowledge
● Do not run the wires together with high-voltage lines or power lines or put them in the
same raceway. This can cause malfunction due to induction.
● Do not control the device only at one control output.
Maintenance
♦
● When replacement parts are required, always use only genuine supplied replacement
parts. Do not use a third-party part because doing so could cause the device to malfunction, possibly resulting in a death or serious injury.
●
The periodical inspection of this device must be performed by an engineer having the special knowledge.
● After maintenance or adjustment, and before starting operation, test this device following
the procedure specied in “
● Clean this device with a clean cloth. Do not use any volatile chemicals.
Others
♦
● Never modify this device. Failure to follow this precaution may cause the device to mal-
function, possibly resulting in a death or serious injury.
This device complies with the following standards / regulations.
<EU Directives>
EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC (Valid until April 19, 2016)
EMC Directive 2014/30/EU (Valid from April 20, 2016)
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
<European Standards>
EN 55011, EN 61000-6-2, EN 62061 (SILCL3)
EN ISO 13849-1: 2008 (Up to category 4, PLe)
<International Standards>
IEC 61131-2, IEC 61010-2-201, ISO 13849-1: 2006 (Up to category 4, PLe)
IEC 61508-1 to 7 (SIL3), IEC 62061 (SILCL3)
<Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS)>
JIS B 3502, JIS B 9705-1 (Up to category 4, PLe), JIS C 0508 (SIL3)
<Standards in US / Canada>
UL 61010-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No.61010-1
UL 61010-2-201, CAN/CSA C22.2 No.61010-2-201, UL 1998
Regarding EU Machinery Directive, a Notied Body, TÜV SÜD, has certied with the type examination certicate.
With regard to the standards in US/Canada, a NRTL, TÜV SÜD has certied for CTÜVUS Mark.
<Reference>
The conformity to JIS for this device has been evaluated by ourselves.
The CTÜVUS mark “ ” indicates that this device conforms to NRTL certication (such as UL) in
the US and CSA certication in Canada.
This device conforms to the EMC Directive and the Machinery Directive. The mark on the main
body indicates that this device conforms to the EMC Directive.
WARNING
For the safety of the overall system and the conformity to the standards applicable in each region
or country in which this device is installed, take actions on the customer's own responsibility.
1-4 Conrmation of Packed Contents
SF-C21
□□ Quick Instruction Manual (Japanese, English, Chinese) 1 pc. each language
This device is a safety control unit. This device has eight built-in preset logics that can deal with
various safety systems. The logics can also be set (customizable logics).
The preset logics and customizable logics have acquired related international standards.
Selecting logics and connecting safety devices can construct various safety circuits.
Safety certied
Logic selection
• Fixed (1 to 8)
• Customization (0)
PC
Safety device
Monitor communication
(Non-safety)
SF-C21
PLC
Logic
setting
Contactor
(1) Selecting preset logics and connecting various safety devices
This device incorporates eight preset logics supporting basic applications and one customizable logic that can be set freely.
(2) Easy setting of software tool and customizable logic
Customizable logics can easily be set in PC by using a software tool.
(3) Acquisition of safety certication
This unit is a safety control unit that has acquired IEC 61508 (SIL3) and ISO 13849-1 (Up to
category 4, PLe).
(4) Safety categories 2, 3, and 4 available
Selecting logics and connecting various types of safety devices can construct systems available for Categories 2, 3, and 4 of ISO 13849-1.
More system space can be saved compared with a system using safety relay.
(6) Improvement of wiring work efciency
Adopting a removal terminal block can reduce man-hours for wiring and prevent improper
wiring when this device is replaced.
(7) Fail safe function
If a failure occur inside this device, the self-diagnosis function can detect the failure and turn
OFF the output.
(8) Enhancement of failure diagnosis
Failures, including those of safety devices in connection is diagnosed by using test pulse
(monitoring of cross short fault). In addition, self-diagnosis, e.g., memory diagnosis and circuit diagnosis, is performed.
(9) Installation according to use applications
35mm width DIN rail or M4 round head screw (length: 12mm or more) is available for installation.
Power supply for control output
Power supply for auxiliary output
When a device (such as light curtain) requiring power supply to inputs is connected, power is
supplied from internal power supply. This device does not operate when power is supplied from
external power supply.
● Do not touch the terminals while power is turned ON. Doing so may cause an electric shock.
● Be careful to prevent entry of foreign materials, such as chip and wire scrap into this device.
Otherwise, this could cause re, failure or malfunction.
● Do not disassemble or modify this device. Doing so could cause failure, malfunction, injury, or
re. When this device is repaired or modied by other than us, this device will not be covered by
our guarantee.
CAUTION
● Do not touch the conductive parts of this device directly. Doing so could cause malfunction or
failure of this device.
● Do not drop or apply strong impact on the case of this device, which is made of resin.
Doing so could cause damage to it.
● Fix this device with the DIN rail or screws securely.
● Install this device on a at surface.
Installing it on an uneven surface applies excessive force to internal parts, resulting in a failure.
● In case of disposal, dispose this device as an industrial waste.
2-5-1 Installing Direction
Mounting
When installing this device, make sure that it is correctly oriented. The device must be installed
vertically with its indicators and terminal blocks facing the operator side in order to ensure heat
dissipation.
In addition, make sure that the device's upper, lower, left, and right surfaces are spaced by
50mm or more from surrounding objects such as other devices and wiring ducts.
50mm or more
50mm
or more
50mm
or more
50mm or more
Do not install the unit above devices which generate heat such as heaters, transformers or large
scale resistors.
In order to eliminate any effects from noise emission, power wires and electromagnetic devices
should be kept at 100mm or more away from the surfaces of the device. When installing the unit
behind the doors of the control board, be especially careful to secure clearances as above.
Take countermeasure against the system to be applied for this device so as not to carry out the
dangerous performance caused by the earth failure.
Failure to do so could cause invalid for the system stop, resulting in death or serious injury.
<Reference>
Use a safety relay unit or an equivalent control circuit in safety for control output 1 / 2.
2-6-1 Power Supply Unit
WARNING
Wire correctly using a power supply unit which conforms to the laws and standards of the region
where this device is to be used.
If the power supply unit is non-conforming or the wiring is improper, it can cause damage or
malunction of this device.
<Reference>
A specialist who has the required electrical knowledge should perform the wiring.
The power supply unit must satisfy the conditions given below.
1) Power supply unit authorized in the region where this device is to be used.
2) Power supply unit SELV (safety extra low voltage) / PELV (protected extra low voltage)
conforming to EMC Directive and Low-voltage Directive (In case CE Marking conformity
is required.)
3) Power supply unit conforming to the Low-voltage Directive and with an output of 100VA
or less.
4) The frame ground (F.G.) terminal must be connected to ground when using a commercially available switching regulator.
5) Power supply unit with an output holding time of 20ms or more.
6) In case a surge is generated, take countermeasures such as connecting a surge absorber to the origin of the surge.
7) Power supply unit corresponding to CLASS 2 (In case CTÜVUS Mark conformity is required.)
CAUTION
When turning ON the power supply to this device, turn ON the external power supply within 30
sec. after the internal power supply is turned ON, or turn ON the external power supply rst. Delay
in power ON to the external power supply locks out this device, displaying “ ” in the 7-segment
indicator (red).
When control output is turned ON, this device performs self-diagnosis of the output circuit.
The output is turned into OFF status periodically. (Refer to the gure below.)
When the OFF signal is fed back, this device judges the output circuit as normal.
When the OFF signal is not fed back, this device judges either the output circuit or wiring as error, and the control output maintains OFF status.
CAUTION
Perform the wiring with paying attention to the input response time of the machine to be connected to this device, since the OFF signal of this device might cause malfunction.
● When connecting to the terminal block, insert a solid wire or a twisted wire (lead wire) with a
ferrule (rod) terminal, as shown in the gure below, into the hole till it stops. (Ferrule terminals
are not included in the product package.)
● The wire is locked when it is properly inserted. However, do not to pull the wire with an ex-
cessive force or the cable may break.
● When connecting a twisted wire (lead wire) without using a ferrule terminal, insert the wire to
the innermost of the connecting hole while pressing the release button.
● To remove the wire, draw it out while pressing the release button.
For a solid wire or a twisted wire (lead wire) to be used, refer to the table below.
When wiring between this device and safety devices, perform the following two points at this
device to make the wiring satisfy the conditions dened in category 3 or 4.
● Duplication of I/O wires
● Implementation of self-diagnosis function (using test pulse) (excluding semiconductor output
devices such as light curtain)
The functions (input, output, auxiliary output, and reset) of this device are automatically set by
selecting preset logic.
Customizable logic can be created by changing preset logic in part or in whole by using the
software tool. Arbitrary logics, independent of preset logic, can also be created as customizable
logics.
<Reference>
Logics changed by the software tool or arbitrary logics created cannot be transferred to this device
if their safety cannot be retained.
This device incorporates eight safety inputs. Safety inputs are comprised of four (duplex) input
blocks.
● Input block 1: IN1 / IN2
● Input block 2: IN3 / IN4
● Input block 3: IN5 / IN6
● Input block 4: IN7 / IN8
The following diagnoses are carried out by setting input blocks:
SettingWith / without diagnosis (method)
2NC contact input
PNP semiconductor input
1NO / 1NC contact input
1NC contact inputWithout diagnosis
Devices as shown below can be connected.
● 2NC, 1NO / 1NC, or 1NC contact output type switch
● PNP transistor output sensor or switch
With diagnosis (The input devices connected to this device are diagnosed to
detect earth fault, short fault to +V, or cross short fault.)
Without diagnosis (The input devices themselves, connected to this device,
detect earth fault, short fault to +V, or cross short fault for their own outputs.)
With diagnosis (The input devices connected to this device are diagnosed to
detect earth fault, short fault to +V, or cross short fault.)
<Major connectable devices>
● Emergency stop switch
● Door switch (including non-contact type)
● Light curtain
● Laser scanner
● Two-hand operation switch
● Enable switch
● Key selector switch
3-1-1 Contact Input Mismatch Allowable Time
If the safety input is 2NC or 1NO / 1NC, this device simultaneously monitors ON side of two
safety inputs of one system (“closed” status in the case of door switch). OFF side (“open” status
in the case of door switch) cannot be monitored.
When the safety input condition of this device is satised, the control outputs turned into ON status in the case of auto reset setting. To prevent unexpected startup of the machine, secure safety
for the overall system.
The reset function of this device is set by selection of preset logic and wiring.
The software tool is available for selecting the overall reset or partial reset. For partial reset,
manual reset or auto reset is selectable.
Each of the outputs of two systems of this device is reset individually.
At three time of partial reset, INT11-INT12 and INT21-INT22 function are reset terminal for output control 1 (OUT1 / 2) and reset terminal for output control 2 (OUT3 / 4), respectively.
The Preset logic of this device sets manual reset. Change to auto reset can be made using software tool.
● Manual reset : Momentary type switch is connected to between INT11 and INT12 and be-
tween INT21 and INT22. Resetting operation can be performed by switching
the switch contact from Close to Open.
● Auto reset : Short-circuit is made between INT11 and INT12 and between INT21 and
Lockout is always released after source of error has been removed.
Lockout is released by manually operating the switch connected to between INT11 and INT12.
● Overall reset (manual start) : The reset switch functions as a lockout release switch.
Switching the switch from “Close” to “Open” can release lockout.
INT11
INT12
With external device monitor
INT21
INT22
INT11
INT12
Without external device monitor
INT21
INT22
● Overall reset (auto start) : Momentary type switch is connected to between INT11 and
INT12.
When this device is put in lockout status, the switch functions as
a lockout release switch.
Switching the switch from “Close” to “Open” can release lockout.
<Reference>
When INT11-INT12 and INT21-INT22 are simultaneously “Closed” during overall reset (auto
start), “Reset input circuit error” turns this device into lockout status. In this case, “ ” appears in
7-segment indicator (red).
In this case, release lockout by operating the switch again to switch “Close” to “Open.”
INT11INT21
INT12INT22
With external device monitor
INT11INT21
INT12INT22
Without external device monitor
● Partial reset (auto start) : Alternate type switch is connected to between INT11 and INT12.
Switching “from Open to Close to Open” can release lockout.
After the release of lockout, set the switch to “Close.”
INT11INT21
INT12INT22
With external device monitor
INT11INT21
INT12INT22
Without external device monitor
After the release of lockout, the operation is performed as follows:
● Manual reset : Manual reset turns the control output into ON status.
● Auto reset : Auto reset turns the control output into ON status.
CAUTION
When the safety input condition of this device is satised, release of lockout turns the control output into ON status in the case of auto reset setting. To prevent unexpected startup of the machine,
secure safety for the overall system.
Operation status of the external devices connected to the control output of this device is monitored.
The NC contacts of the external devices are connected in series between INT11 and INT12 and
between INT21 and INT22.
Refer to “
3-4 Interlock (Reset)
3-5 Releasing Lockout
” and “
”.
3-7 Test Input
This is used for “Check” required in control category 2 of ISO 13849-1.
When test input is effective, the control output is turned into OFF status.
This function is not incorporated into preset logic. This function is used for setting with the software tool. Refer to “
The switch for 1NC contact or PNP semiconductor output (normally set to ON) is connected.
● Contact “Close” or output ON : Test input invalid
Communication information is not available for safety control.
Using MODBUS RTU protocol, PLC, etc., can obtain monitor information (safety input status,
control output status, error information, error description, and error log) from this device.
Master station (PLC, etc.) issues a command (command message) to the slave station (this device), and the slave station makes a response (response message) according to the command.
For this device, up to eight units can be connected as slave stations.
The communication settings are congured by using DIP switches for RS-485 on the bottom of
this device or software tool.
3-8-1 MODBUS RTU Specication
ItemSetting rangeFactory default
InterfaceRS-485
Maximum transmission
distance
Data length8 bits
Communication preference
setting
Parity bit presenceWith or withoutWith
Parity bit typeOdd / evenOdd
Stop bit1 bit / 2 bits1 bit
Communication address1 to 2471
Baud rate
Either DIP switches take or software tool
takes precedence
9,600 bps
19,200 bps
38,400 bps
57,600 bps
115,200 bps
100m
DIP switches take precedence
9,600 bps
Settings by DIP switches for RS-485 (all OFF at factory setting)
DIP switches
DIP switches
No.
1
2Parity bit presenceWithWithout
3Parity bit typeOddEven
4Stop bit12
5
6
7Baud rate9,600 bps19,200 bps
8Unused--
9Unused--
10Unused--
Setting item
Communication preference
setting
Communication address 1SW5: OFF, SW6: OFF
Communication address 2SW5: ON, SW6: OFF
Communication address 3SW5: OFF, SW6: ON
Communication address 4SW5: ON, SW6: ON
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3-8-3 Function Code
Conguration of communication data
Ofce No.
Function code
Data
CRC-16
Function code
Function codeFunction
0x01Reading coil (output) status
0x02Reading relay (input) status
0x03Reading holding register
0x81Error in reading coil (output) status
0x82Error in reading relay (input) status
0x83Error in reading holding register
Connections to this device via USB are assumed to include temporary connections for e.g., logic
settings and diagnoses.
Constant connections via USB are not allowed.
When this device is connected to PC via a USB cable, various information of this device can be
transmitted and received by using the software tool “
For the safety of the overall system and the conformity to the standards applicable in each region
or country in which this device is installed, take actions on the customer's own responsibility.
This device incorporates eight preset logics and one customizable logic. The preset logics and
customizable logics comply with related international standards.
The software tool is available to change the settings of the following items. When logics are set,
control output 1 / 2 maintains OFF status. For details, refer to “
<Setting item>
● Input mode
● Logic setting
● Output mode (OFF delay, reset)
● Auxiliary output mode
<Detailed setting item>
● Input mismatch allowable time
● Input lter time
● ON delay time
● Allowable time difference in muting input
● Muting duration
● Exit-only muting time
● Muting input condition
● Override duration
● MODBUS (RS-485) communication conditions (Baud rate, parity bit presence, parity bit type,
stop bit, and communication address)
Chapter 5 Software Tool
.”
ItemSetting range
Input mismatch allowable time0 (unlimited) to 60 sec. (in units of 0.01 sec.) 1 sec.
Input lter time
ON delay time0 to 5,940 sec. (in units of 0.1 sec.)0 sec.
OFF delay time0 to 60 sec. (in units of 0.1 sec.)0 sec.
Allowable time
difference in
muting input
Muting duration0 (unlimited) to 5,940 sec. (in units of 1 sec.) 5,940 sec.
Exit-only muting time (Note 2)1 to 4 sec. (in units of 0.1 sec.)0 sec.
Muting input conditionNo priority/A priority/B (D) PriorityNo priority
Override duration1 to 600 sec. (in units of 1 sec.)60 sec.
RS-485
communication
condition
Notes: 1) Preset logic is xed.
2) This setting in only for parallel muting.
Parallel muting1 to 10 sec. (in units of 1 sec.)3 sec.
Sequential muting
Baud rate9,600 bps to 115,200 bps9,600 bps
Parity bit presenceWithout / WithWith
Parity bit typeOdd / evenOdd
Stop bit1 bit / 2 bits1 bit
Communication address 1 to 2471
ON - OFF
OFF - ON
0 to 1 sec. (in units of 0.01 sec.)0 sec.
0 (unlimited) to 288,000 sec. (in units of 1 sec.)
Factory default (Note 1)
288,000 sec.
Factory settings of customizable logics are invalid.
For this device, logic Nos. 0 to 9 and nine types of OFF delay time can be specied.
With logic No. 0 specied, the logic is customizable. This device must be connected to a PC to
make settings with a software tool.
Logics corresponding to Nos. are shown in the table below.
No.Logic
0Customizable logic
1Overall stop control
2Parallel muting control
3Sequential muting control
4Partial stop control 1
5Partial stop control 2
6Two-hand control
7OR control
8Operation mode selection control
OFF delay times and stop categories corresponding to Nos. are shown in the table below.
No.OFF delay timeStop category
00 sec.0
10.1 sec.
20.5 sec.
31 sec.
42 sec.
55 sec.
610 sec.
715 sec.
830 sec.
960 sec.
1
4-1-1 Factory Setting
Factory setting of this device is as shown in the table below.
Preset logic can be set by using this device and power supply only. At the time of setting, devices do not have to be connected to the input section or output section.
Connect power supplies (24V DC and 0V) to the terminal block for internal power supply and
the terminal block for external power supply in this device.
If power is supplied to either one of them, this device will not operate.
4-2-1 Turning ON the Power
Conrm that the mode selector switch is turned to the “RUN” side (left side: factory setting) and
then turn ON the power. The diagnosis function of this device carries out initial diagnosis, turning ON and OFF the indicators one by one.
After the end of initial diagnosis, the operation indicator (green) lights up.
If a terminal block is connected only to the power supply, auxiliary output indicator 1 / 2 / 4 (orange) and interlock indicator 1 / 2 (yellow) light up.
The other indicators turn OFF.
Pressing the rotary switch displays “ ” (factory setting) in the 7-segment indicator (red), turning
ON the logic selection indicator (orange).
4-2-2 Portions Used in Settings
The following indicators and switches are used for preset logic settings.
4-4-2 Operation Procedure for Setting Logic and OFF Delay Time
Procedure for setting logic and OFF delay time in this device is described below.
To stop setting logic and OFF delay time before Step 23 in the table below, turn the mode selector switch to the “RUN” side, and the settings will be canceled. After Step 24 or later, the settings cannot be canceled.
Step
Status of indicators and switches
1
2
Mode selector switch: RUN side
Operation indicator (green): Lights up
The power saving function of this device turns OFF the 7-segment indicator
(red) 3 sec. after power ON, the end of initial diagnosis, or nal operation.
Switch the mode selector switch to the “PROG” side.
This device transitions to “PROG mode.”
The operator indicator (green) turns OFF.
The setting indicator (orange) blinks.
This device automatically transitions to “Indicator ON conrmation.”
Description
Individual segments of the 7-segment indicator (red) light up one by one.
3
4
5
Check for an error code displayed in the 7-segment indicator (red).
Press the rotary switch.
The setting indicator (orange) status changes from blinking to lighting up.
Press the rotary switch.
Transition to “Enter password.”
Password selection indicator (orange) blinks.
Password 1 “ ” is displayed in the the 7-segment indicator (red).
Enter password 1 and password 2.
At factory, password 1 is set to “ ”, password 2, “ ”.
Press the rotary switch for the determination and return to Step 13.
Holding down the rotary switch determines the selection and then returns to
17
18
19
Step 21.
Transition to “Set OFF delay time.”
The current No. for OFF delay time is displayed in the 7-segment indicator
(red) and blinks.
Rotate the rotary switch to select OFF delay time from “ ” to “ ”.
Description
20
21
As an example, “ ” is selected.
Press the rotary switch for the determination and return to Step 14.
Holding down the rotary switch determines the selection and then returns to
Step 21.
Transition to “Conrm operation setting.”
Logic No. is displayed in the the 7-segment indicator (red).
The No. for OFF delay time is displayed in the 7-segment indicator (red).
• When the selected logic and OFF delay time are conrmed, hold down the
rotary switch to proceed to Step 24.
• If either or both of the logic or OFF delay time differ from those selected,
rotate the rotary switch.
In the 7-segment indicator (red), “ ” indicating “Back” is displayed.
The logic selection indicator (orange) and delay selection indicator (orange)
light up.
23
24
25
26
Pressing the rotary switch returns to Step 13.
Select logic and OFF delay time again.
Holding down the rotary switch changes the display to that shown in the illustration at left.
In the 7-segment indicator (red), “ ” indicating “OK” is displayed.
The logic selection indicator (orange) and delay selection indicator (orange)
blink.
Transition to “Write / conrm operation setting.”
The logic and OFF delay time set in this device have been changed.
Releasing the hand from the rotary switch proceeds to the next step.
After the end of write operation, logic No. and No. for OFF delay time are
alternately displayed in the 7-segment indicator (red).
A logic No. is shown in the illustration at left.
Logic selection indicator (orange) lights up.
As an example, “ ” is selected.
No. for OFF delay time is shown in the illustration at left.
Delay selection indicator (orange) lights up.
As an example, “ ” is selected.
After conrming operation setting, press the rotary switch.
The procedure for changing the password (password 1 / 2) set in this device is described below.
To stop changing the password before Step 19 in the table below, turn the mode selector switch
to the “RUN” side, and the operation for change password will be canceled. After Step 20 or later, the operation cannot be canceled.
Step
Status of indicators and switches
1
2
Mode selector switch: RUN side
Operation indicator (green): Lights up
The power saving function of this device turns OFF the 7-segment indicator
(red) 3 sec. after power ON, the end of initial diagnosis, or nal operation.
Switch the mode selector switch to the “PROG” side.
This device transitions to “PROG mode.”
The operation indicator (green) turns OFF.
The setting indicator (orange) blinks.
This device automatically transitions to “Indicator ON conrmation.”
Description
Individual segments of the 7-segment indicator (red) light up one by one.
3
4
5
Check for an error code displayed in the 7-segment indicator (red).
Press the rotary switch.
The setting indicator (orange) status changes from blinking to lighting up.
This device transitions to “PROG mode.”
Press the rotary switch.
Transition to “Enter password.”
Password selection indicator (orange) blinks.
Password 1 “ ” is displayed in the the 7-segment indicator (red).
Select password 1 and password 2.
At factory, password 1 is set to “ ”, password 2, “ ”.
Rotating the rotary switch blinks the password selection indicator (orange).
Press the rotary switch.
Transition to “Set password.”
Password 1 “ ” is displayed in the the 7-segment indicator (red).
Set password 1.
Select a number by rotating the rotary switch.
Select password 1 from “ ” to “ ”.
As an example, select “ ” for password 1 and then determine it by pressing the rotary switch.
15
16
Password 2 “ ” is displayed in the the 7-segment indicator (red).
Set password 2.
Similarly, select a number by rotating the rotary switch.
Select password 2 from “ ” to “ ”.
As an example, select “ ” for password 2 and then determine it by pressing the rotary switch.
When the selected password is correct, hold down the rotary switch to proceed to Step 20.
If the selected password is incorrect, rotate the rotary switch.
In the 7-segment indicator (red), “ ” indicating “Back” is displayed.
Pressing the rotary switch returns to Step 13.
Set passwords 1 and 2 again.
20
21
22
Holding down the rotary switch changes the display to that shown in the illustration at left.
In the 7-segment indicator (red), “ ” indicating “OK” is displayed.
Password selection indicator (orange) blinks.
Transition to “Write / conrm password.”
The passwords of this device have been changed.
Releasing the hand from the rotary switch proceeds to the next step.
After the end of write operation, password 1 and password 2 are alternately
displayed in the 7-segment indicator (red).
Password 1 is shown in the illustration at left.
As an example, “ ” is shown.
Password 2 is shown in the illustration at left.
As an example, “ ” is shown.
After conrming password 1 and password 2, press the rotary switch.
Connections to this device via USB are assumed to include temporary connections for e.g., settings and diagnoses. Constant connections via USB are not allowed.
<Reference>
.”
SF-C21
software and software tool
The available functions vary depending on the version of
Congurator SF-C
“
For details, refer to “
.”
2-4-1 Version-related Information
5-1 System Conguration
2. USB cable
3. PC
1. Software tools
1. Software tool “Congurator SF-C”
Exclusive for this device.
It is used for logic settings, diagnoses, and preparation of documents.
The software tool is downloadable at our website.
Conrm that the system in use satises the conditions and all the devices required have been
prepared.
Congurator SF-C
” requires the following environment.
5-2-1 Operating System
Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit / 64 bit), Windows 7 (32 bit / 64 bit), Windows 8 (32 bit / 64 bit),
Windows 8.1 (32 bit / 64 bit).
The user to be logged in must be specied as “Administrator” or “Power User”.
5-2-2 PC Specications
Hardware specications recommended by Windows.
Fixed disk: Free space of 200 MB or more
USB port
5-3 Installation
Double-click downloaded “ConguratorSF-C_v***”.
Install the program according to the instruction of the installation program.
This installation program requires two installations: installation of software tool and installation
of USB driver for this device.
If a warning message for Windows, e.g., “User account control” or “Publisher of the driver software cannot be veried”, may be displayed before the completion of installation, such a message does not cause any problem. Proceed to the next step.
Installing the USB driver is completed automatically when this device is connected to the PC.
5-4 Uninstallation
Uninstall the following 2 items:
Step 1 Congurator SF-C
Step 2 Windows Driver Package - SF-C20(usbser) Ports(11/15/2007 **)
To recognize this device by connecting it to a PC, perform the following procedure:
Step
Status of indicators and switches
1
Power: OFF
Mode selector switch: RUN side
With the internal power supply and external power supply turned OFF, connect this device with a PC via the USB cable.
Turn ON the power supply.
“ ” is displayed in the 7-segment indicator (red).
All the other indicators turn OFF.
Description
2
3
4
5
*: If an error message, for example, “Your USB device is not recognized,” is
displayed in the PC, plug and unplug the USB connector, or turn ON the
power supply again. This prevents displaying the message.
Press the rotary switch.
*: If the connection is made for the rst time, press the rotary switch after the
completion of USB driver installation.
The device enters “Monitor mode.”
The operation indicator (green) lights up.
In “Monitor mode,” the software tool is used to read data from and monitor
this device.
“Monitor mode” prevents writing data into this device.
When writing data into this device, refer to Procedure “
“Transfer Mode”
Press the rotary switch.
The logic No. currently set is displayed in the 7-segment indicator (red).
Logic selection indicator (orange) lights up.
“ : Overall stop control” is set at factory.
Rotate the rotary switch.
The currently set No. for OFF delay time is displayed in the 7-segment indicator (red).
Delay selection indicator (orange) lights up.
“ : 0 sec.” is set at factory.
”.
5-5-2 Connection to
Rotating the rotary switch returns to No.1.
The procedure above is enabled either before or after the activation of the software tool that is
described in the next section.
When this device is put in “Monitor mode,” turn the mode selector switch to
the “PROG” side.
The operation indicator (green) turns OFF.
1
The setting indicator (orange) blinks.
This device automatically transitions to “Indicator ON conrmation.”
Individual segments of the 7-segment indicator (red) light up one by one.
Description
2
3
Check for an error code displayed in the 7-segment indicator (red).
Press the rotary switch.
The device enters “Transfer mode.”
“Transfer mode” disables setting operation on the side of this device.
The software tool is used, for example, to transfer customizable logic to this
device and change password.
“Transfer mode” puts all control outputs in OFF status.
5-5-3 Setting to “Monitor Mode” after the End of Transfer
Step
Status of indicators and switches
1
2
When this device is put in “Transfer mode,” turn the mode selector switch to
the “RUN” side.
The operation indicator (green) blinks.
Press the rotary switch.
“ ” is displayed in the 7-segment indicator (red).
All the other indicators turn OFF.
Press the rotary switch.
The device enters “Monitor mode.”
The operation indicator (green) lights up.
Description
3
In “Monitor mode,” the software tool is used to read data from and monitor
this device.
“Monitor mode” prevents writing data into this device.
When writing data into this device again, refer to Procedure “
Connection to “Transfer Mode”
”.
5-5-2
5-5-4 Disconnection of this Device from a PC
When the USB cable is unplugged from this device, it can be disconnected from the PC.
The USB cable can be unplugged except when “logic is being transferred” by the software tool.
When the mode selector switch is turned to the “RUN” side after the USB cable is unplugged,
pressing the rotary switch has this device perform normal operation.
5-5-5 Initialization of this Device
Unplugging the USB cable during writing operation displays “ ” in the 7-segment indicator
(red), putting it in the lockout status. When “ ” is displayed, connect this device to the PC
again and initialize it by referring to “
Pressing “
menu disappear, making the main screen clear.
Free logics can be created.
■ To Open sample logic
Pressing “
“Open sample logic” screen. Eight preset logics
provided to this device can be used as sample
logics.
Select one from preset logics No.1 to No.8.
Sample logics are revised to create logics.
■ To Open les saved
Pressing “
“Open le” screen. Select a le to be opened.
Create a new le
Open sample logic
Open a recent file
” has the selection
” displays the
” displays the
Startup and End of Software Tool
■
To obtain a logic from this device in connection
Pressing “
munication with this device, acquiring a logic.
Each Part Name of the Software Tool and Basic Operation
■ Connection tab
Clicking this tab connects a circuit.
■ Output block
ON delay time and OFF delay time for control output are
set.
■ Control block 1
Required control is selected from from AND, OR, parallel
muting control, sequential muting control, two-hand control, and input select.
Selecting parallel muting control or sequential muting control activates detailed settings, allowing required detailed
items to be set in muting.
■ Control block 2 / 3
Required logic is selected from AND, OR and no logic.
■ Interlock block
Overall reset, partial reset (manual start) and partial reset
(auto start) are carried out.
■ Auxiliary output block
Settings of auxiliary output can be changed. The results of
the monitoring of input devices, internal logic, etc., are set
as auxiliary output.
■ Mode switching block
Switching is performed between edit mode and simulation
mode.
Creating and Editing a Logic, and Saving a File and Transferring it to this Device
5-9 Creating and Editing a Logic, and Saving a File and Transferring it to
this Device
5-9-1 Creating and Editing Logic
The following methods are available to create and edit logic.
■ Creating a new logic
A logic is created according to “
■ Open and edit a logic according to Open sample logic
Sample logic is opened and edited according to “
When a logic uses “Parallel muting,” “Sequential muting,” “Two-hand control,” and “Input select,”
editing an applicable logic by opening it is easier than by creating a new logic.
■ Open a recent le and edit it
When a logic has already been created, open a recent le and edit it according to “
a Recent File
■ Obtain a logic from this device and edit it
According to “
this device, and edit it.
”.
5-7-4 Upload Logic from this Device
5-7-1 Create New File
5-7-2 Open Sample Logic
”.
”.
5-7-3 Open
”, obtain the logic, which is being used in
5-9-2 Saving a Logic File and Transferring it to this Device
■ Saving a logic in the PC
After a logic is created and edited, it is saved in the PC as a le according to “
File
”.
■ Transfer a logic to this device
After a logic is created and edited, it is transferred to this device according to “
Similarly click “B” of connection tab 1 to
connect it to B of input block 2. Click “C” to
connect it to C of input block 3. Click “D” to
connect it to D of input block 4.
Click “E” of connection tab 4 to connect it to
E of connection tab 1.
Click “E” of connection tab 5 to connect it to
E of connection tab 1.
Sample logic No.1 is created completely.
Used to connect the safety device of 2NC contact output.
■ 1NO / 1NC
Used to connect safety device of 1NO / 1NC contact output.
■ PNP×2 (equ.)
Used to connect safety devices (PNP semiconductor output × 2). The safety device to be used is a type that turns
“ON-OFF” two outputs simultaneously.
■ Muting input (equ.)
Used as an input of mute sensor when it is selected as “Parallel muting” or “Sequential muting”
in control block 1.
This connects two mute sensors (equ.), each of which has two NO contacts or output [PNP
semiconductor output].
When “Sequential muting” is set in control block 1, both “Muting input (equ.)” and “Muting input
(dif.)” cannot be used at a time.
■ Muting input (dif.)
Used as the input of mute sensor when it is selected as “Parallel muting” or “Sequential muting”
in control block 1.
This connects two mute sensors (dif.), each of which has NO and NC contacts or output [PNP
semiconductor output].
When “Sequential muting” is set in control block 1, both “Muting input (equ.)” and “Muting input
(dif.)” cannot be used at a time.
■ Override
Used as the input of override switch when it is selected as “Parallel muting” or “Sequential muting” in control block 1.
Connects a momentary type switch for 1NO / 1NC contact.
■ Key selector
Used as the input of key selector switch when “Input select” is selected in control block 1.
Connects an alternate type key switch (with a forced breaking contact) for 1NO / 1NC.
■ Test
When test input is effective, the control output is turned into OFF status.
The switch for 1NC contact or PNP semiconductor output (normally set to ON) is connected.
● Contact “Close” or output ON : Test input invalid
● Contact “Open” or output OFF : Test input valid
The input block with this input selected is not connected to connection tab, control block, or output block. If connected, the input block is judged to be erroneous by the software tool.
Used to connect the safety device of 1NC contact output. In this case, the category of the sys-
tem including this device is specied to be category 2 or less.
■ PNP×2 (dif.)
Used to connect safety devices (PNP semiconductor output × 2). The safety device to be used
is a type that turns “ON-OFF” two outputs alternately.
■ PNP×1
Used to connect a safety device (PNP semiconductor output × 1). In this case, the category of
the system including this device is specied to be category 2 or less.
■ No logic
If the number of safety devices in connection is less than 4, they are used for unused input
block. If a safety device is connected, the operation is not reected.
<Reference>
For the connectable input blocks, and combinations of them with control blocks, refer to “
Conguration Check
”.
5-20
5-11-2 Setting of Contact Input Mismatch Allowable Time
Setting “2NC” or “1NO / 1NC” in the input block displays a small blue window.
Mismatch allowable time is set between two inputs by using up-down arrows in
the input block or by direct entry.
“AND” of inputs connected to the control block is output.
Two or more inputs are connected.
The input blocks in which muting input (equ.), muting input (dif.),
override, key selector or test has been set cannot be connected.
■ OR
“OR” of inputs connected to the control block is output.
■ No logic
Selected when the control block is unused.
Selectable control only in control block 1
■ Parallel muting
Used when “Parallel muting” is performed.
In the connected muting input block, the IN with the smaller number is set as muting input A,
and the IN with the larger number is set as muting input B.
If input block 3 is set and connected as a muting input, IN5 becomes muting input A and IN6 becomes muting input B.
■ Sequential muting
Used when “Sequential muting” is performed.
In the two connected muting input blocks, INs are set as muting input A, muting input B, muting
input C and muting input D in the ascending order of the IN number.
If input blocks 2 and 3 are set and connected as muting inputs, IN3 becomes muting input A,
IN4 becomes muting input B, IN5 becomes muting input C, and IN6 becomes muting input D.
When “Sequential muting” is selected, both “Muting input (equ.)” and “Muting input (dif.)” cannot
be used for input block at a time.
Used to congure Two-hand control devices of ISO 13851 (JIS B9712).
■ Select input
When output, state is switched between the two input blocks.
Three input blocks are connected to control blocks, and one of them is specied to be “key selector”.
If input block 2 and input block 4 are set as inputs to be selected and input block 3 is set and
connected to the key selector input, input block 2 is selected when IN5 is OFF and IN6 is ON
and input block 4 is selected when IN5 is ON and IN6 is OFF.
<Reference>
For the connectable input blocks, and combinations of them with control blocks, refer to “