Mitsubishi SW1DNN-SCPMRP-E Support Tool Operating Manual PDF

Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning Operating Manual

-SW1DNN-SCMPTP-E -SW1DNN-SCPMRP-E

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Read these precautions before using this product.) Before using this product, please read this manual and the relevant manuals carefully and pay full attention to safety to handle the product correctly. The precautions given in this manual are concerned with this product only. For the safety precautions for the programmable controller system, refer to the user's manual for the CPU module used and MELSEC iQ-R Module Configuration Manual. In this manual, the safety precautions are classified into two levels: " WARNING" and " CAUTION."

Under some circumstances, failure to observe the precautions given under " CAUTION" may lead to serious consequences. Observe the precautions of both levels because they are important for personal and system safety. Make sure that the end users read this manual and then keep the manual in a safe place for future reference.

[Design Precautions]

[Design Precautions]

WARNING To perform an operation, such as data change or operating status change, to running devices, such as

a programmable controller, servo, robot, or server, from a personal computer equipped with this product, configure an interlock circuit outside of the devices so that the entire system always operates to the safety side. Additionally, read this manual carefully and ensure the safety before operations. Especially, in the above mentioned operations that are performed from external devices through network, any problems on devices may not be dealt with promptly due to an abnormal data communication.

Configure a safety circuit outside of the personal computer equipped with this product so that the entire system operates to the safely side even when a fault occurs in the personal computer. Failure to do so may result in an accident due to an incorrect output or malfunction.

CAUTION During application of each setting, do not perform the operation that forcibly turns the personal

computer equipped with this product OFF. Otherwise, the data will be undefined and resetting and re-registering data will be required. Additionally, doing so may cause the malfunction of this product.

WARNING Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions, resulting in death or severe injury.

CAUTION Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions, resulting in minor or moderate injury or property damage.

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[Security Precautions]

[Startup and Maintenance Precautions]

[Operating Precautions]

WARNING To maintain the security (confidentiality, integrity, and availability) of the programmable controller and

the system against unauthorized access, denial-of-service (DoS) attacks, computer viruses, and other cyberattacks from external devices via the network, take appropriate measures such as firewalls, virtual private networks (VPNs), and antivirus solutions.

CAUTION The online operations performed from a personal computer to a running CPU module (operations for

a serial communication module) have to be executed after the manual has been carefully read and the safety has been ensured.

The positioning test functions such as positioning start, home position return, JOG, inching, or positioning data test must be executed with the CPU module set to STOP after the manual has been carefully read and the safety has been ensured. Specially when executing the function on the network system, ensure the safety thoroughly since the machinery whose operation cannot be checked by an operator may be activated. The operation failure may cause the injury or machine damage.

Before testing the operation, set a low speed for the positioning data so that the operation can be stopped immediately upon occurrence of a hazardous condition.

Confirm and adjust the program and each parameter before operation. Unpredictable movements may occur depending on the machine.

CAUTION Do not go near the machine during operations such as the positioning test. Doing so may lead to

injuries.

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CONDITIONS OF USE FOR THE PRODUCT (1) This software shall be used under the following conditions:

i) that any failure occurred in this software, if any, shall not lead to any serious accident. ii) that the backup and/or fail-safe functions are systematically performed outside the devices in the cases of any failure occurred in this software.

(2) Mitsubishi Electric assumes no responsibility and liability (including but not limited to, default liability, defect liability, quality assurance responsibility, tort liability, product liability) for the quality, performance, and safety of both this software and products using this software.

(3) Mitsubishi Electric shall have no responsibility or liability for any problems involving programmable controller trouble and system trouble caused by DoS attacks, unauthorized access, computer viruses, and other cyberattacks.

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INTRODUCTION Thank you for your patronage. We appreciate your purchase of the engineering software, MELSOFT series. This manual describes the system configuration and functions to use Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning. Before using this product, please read this manual and the relevant manuals carefully and develop familiarity with the functions and performance of Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning to handle it correctly.

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CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 CONDITIONS OF USE FOR THE PRODUCT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 RELEVANT MANUALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 TERMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 GENERIC TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

CHAPTER 1 BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT 10 1.1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 1.2 Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Displaying the manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Connecting to MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC FA Global Website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Checking the version. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

CHAPTER 2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 12 2.1 Overall System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Software packages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Connection configuration between a CPU module and a personal computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Connection configuration between a CPU module and electric actuator products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

2.2 Supported Manufacturers and Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 2.3 Considerations For Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 2.4 Operating Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

CHAPTER 3 PROCEDURES TO START SUPPORT TOOL 20 3.1 How to Obtain Support Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 3.2 Installation and Uninstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 3.3 Settings in GX Works3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 3.4 Settings in GX Works2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 3.5 Display Language Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 3.6 Start and End . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

CHAPTER 4 SCREEN CONFIGURATION 26 4.1 Main frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 4.2 Menu List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

CHAPTER 5 PROJECT MANAGEMENT 28 5.1 Project File and Data Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Data configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 5.2 Creating a Project File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Creating a project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Opening a project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Saving a project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

CHAPTER 6 SYSTEM SETTINGS 31 6.1 Selecting a Manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 6.2 Setting a Connected Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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6.3 Setting a Start I/O Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 6.4 Writing Predefined Protocol Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

CHAPTER 7 POSITIONING DATA SETTINGS 36 7.1 Creating Positioning Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 7.2 Setting and Editing Positioning Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Switching the simple and detailed display formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Copying/pasting data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Changing channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

CHAPTER 8 POSITIONING DATA OPERATIONS 40 8.1 Writing Positioning Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Checking a Connected Axis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 8.2 Reading Positioning Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

CHAPTER 9 POSITIONING TEST 43 9.1 Common Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Teaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Realtime monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

9.2 Operation by Manufacturers (IAI). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Monitoring target axis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Servo and home position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Preparation for test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Positioning start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 JOG/Inching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

9.3 Operation by Manufacturers (Oriental Motor). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Advanced preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Monitoring target axis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Servo and home position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Preparation for test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Positioning start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 JOG/Inching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

9.4 Operation by Manufacturers (SMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Monitoring target axis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Servo and home position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Preparation for test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Positioning start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 JOG/Inching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

CHAPTER 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 63 10.1 Checking Controller and Module Statuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Checking error descriptions of a module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Checking alarm descriptions of a controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Checks when writing to/reading from positioning data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

10.2 Troubleshooting by Symptom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Troubleshooting on installation and uninstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Troubleshooting on starting Support Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Troubleshooting on the display and operation of Support Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Troubleshooting on accessing to the connection destination device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

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APPENDIX 68 Appendix 1 Additions and Changes from Previous Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning (Q/L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Appendix 2 Unusable Character String (Reserved Word) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Appendix 3 Using a Project in a Different Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning (Q/L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Appendix 4 USB Driver Installation Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Appendix 5 Setting Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

System configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Settings in GX Works3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 System settings in Support Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Positioning data settings and writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Positioning test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

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REVISIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 TRADEMARKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

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RELEVANT MANUALS

e-Manual refers to the Mitsubishi Electric FA electronic book manuals that can be browsed using a dedicated tool. e-Manual has the following features: Required information can be cross-searched in multiple manuals. Other manuals can be accessed from the links in the manual. Hardware specifications of each part can be found from the product figures. Pages that users often browse can be bookmarked. Sample programs can be copied to an engineering tool.

Manual name [manual number] Description Available form Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning Operating Manual [SH-082176ENG] (this manual)

System configuration, operation methods for each function, and troubleshooting in Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning

e-Manual PDF

GX Works3 Operating Manual [SH-081215ENG]

System configurations, parameter settings, and operation methods for the online function in GX Works3

e-Manual PDF

GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Common) [SH-080779ENG]

System configuration of GX Works2 and functions common to Simple project and Structured project such as parameter settings and operation methods for the online function

Print book

PDF

GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Intelligent Function Module) [SH-080984ENG]

Operation methods for an intelligent function module such as parameter settings, monitoring, and predefined protocol support functions in GX Works2

Print book

PDF

Predefined Protocol Support For Positioning Function Block Library Reference (IAI Corporation) [BCN-P5999-1179]

Specifications, functions, and input/output labels of IAI controller function blocks

e-Manual PDF

Predefined Protocol Support For Positioning Function Block Library Reference (ORIENTAL MOTOR CO., LTD.) [BCN-P5999-1371]

Specifications, functions, and input/output labels of function blocks for controllers manufactured by Oriental Motor Co., Ltd.

e-Manual PDF

Predefined Protocol Support For Positioning Function Block Library Reference (SMC Corporation) [BCN-P5999-1373]

Specifications, functions, and input/output labels of SMC controller function blocks

e-Manual PDF

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TERMS Unless otherwise specified, this manual uses the following terms.

GENERIC TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS Unless otherwise specified, this manual uses the following generic terms and abbreviations.

Term Description Device A memory of a CPU module to store data. Devices such as X, Y, M, D, and others are provided depending on the

intended use.

Engineering tool A tool used for setting up programmable controllers, programming, debugging, and maintenance.

Intelligent function module A module that has functions other than an input or output, such as an A/D converter module and D/A converter module.

Process CPU A CPU module that executes process control and sequential control. Process control function blocks and the online module change function can be executed. This module is used with a redundant function module to configure a redundant system.

Process CPU (process mode) A Process CPU that operates in the process mode. Process control function blocks and the online module change function can be executed.

Term Description GX Works2 compatible support tool A Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning (Q/L).

GX Works3 compatible support tool A Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning.

Support Tool A Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning and Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning (Q/L).

10 1 BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT 1.1 Features

1 BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT This product is a tool for setting and debugging positioning control of an electric actuator via the MELSEC programmable controller. It supports early startup of the positioning control system with an electric actuator and reduction of the design man-hours for the system.

1.1 Features This section shows the features of Support Tool.

Easy system startup without concerning a predefined protocol By simply selecting a connected model, its protocol for communication is automatically set. All the man-hours required for the conventional protocol design can be saved since there is no need to confirm the protocol specifications for each device.

Positioning and JOG operations without a program Operations such as positioning and JOG can be performed with simple operations of the tool. The system can be started up early since positioning control can be debugged without creating a program.

Operation check without a program The positioning control status or an occurring alarm can be checked without concerning about sending/receiving communication commands. A dedicated display device or program is not required. The device operating status can be visualized in the screen of the tool and that significantly improves the debugging efficiency.

1 BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT 1.2 Help 11

1 1.2 Help The operation methods, specifications, and software version of Support Tool can be checked with the Help function.

Displaying the manual Open the manual for Support Tool.

Operating procedure Select [Help] [Open Manual] ( ). e-Manual Viewer starts and the manual appears.

Connecting to MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC FA Global Website Open the MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC FA Global Website in a web browser. Make sure your personal computer connects to the Internet in advance.

Operating procedure Select [Help] [Connection to MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC FA Global Website].

Checking the version Display information such as the software version.

Operating procedure Select [Help] [Version information].

12 2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 2.1 Overall System Configuration

2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION This chapter explains the system configuration of Support Tool.

2.1 Overall System Configuration This section shows the overall system configuration for using Support Tool. MELSEC iQ-R, MELSEC-Q, and MELSEC-L

MELSEC iQ-F

System configuration Cable/network (1) Personal computer (a) Support Tool USB

Ethernet(b) GX Works3 or GX Works2

(2) MELSEC programmable controller (c) CPU module or remote head module

(d) SD memory card

(e) Serial communication module Serial communication (Modbus RTU)

(3) Electric actuator products (f) Electric actuator controller

(g) Electric actuator

(1) (2)

USB/Ethernet Modbus RTU

(d)

(3) (f)(e)(c)

(a) (b) (g)

(1) (2)

Ethernet Modbus RTU

(d)

(3) (f) (c)

(a) (b) (g)

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Software packages The following shows the software packages supported by Support Tool.

Support Tool Use either of the following Support Tool depending on the programmable controller series.

Other software packages Support Tool is compatible with the following software packages.

The following shows available software package versions that can be used in each Support Tool. : Combination not possible

For the versions of GX Works3 which are supported by each version of Support Tool in which supported models are added, refer to the following: Page 68 Additions and Changes from Previous Version

To install SW1DNN-SCMPTP, GX Works3 must be installed in advance. To install SW1DNN-SCPMRP, GX Works2 must be installed in advance. To use the realtime monitor function, GX LogViewer must be installed in advance.

Product name Model name Supported programmable controller series Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning SW1DNN-SCMPTP MELSEC iQ-R

MELSEC iQ-F

Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning (Q/L) SW1DNN-SCPMRP MELSEC-Q MELSEC-L

Software package Description GX Works3 An engineering tool for setting, programming, debugging, and maintaining programmable controllers.

GX Works2

GX LogViewer Software to display data collected by data logging.

Support Tool Available version of software package

Model name Version GX Works3 GX Works2 GX LogViewer SW1DNN-SCMPTP 1.000A to 1.001B Version 1.055H to 1.063R Version 1.100E or later

1.002C or later Version 1.065T or later

SW1DNN-SCPMRP 1.000A or later Version 1.24A or later

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Modules Support Tool is supported by the following Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC modules. Modules which can be specified for the connection route from the personal computer on which Support Tool runs are in accordance with the specifications of an engineering tool (GX Works3 or GX Works2) which sets the connection route. For the mountability of an SD memory card and available SD cards, refer to the user's manual for the module used.

MELSEC iQ-R CPU module or remote head module

For CPU modules that can be used with a serial communication module, refer to the following: MELSEC iQ-R Module Configuration Manual

Serial communication module This tool supports the serial communication using the following modules. RJ71C24 RJ71C24-R2 RJ71C24-R4

MELSEC iQ-F CPU module This tool supports the serial communication using the following CPU modules.

CPU modules the firmware versions of which are 1.200 or later are available. For the versions of GX Works3, refer to the following: Page 68 Additions and Changes from Previous Version

Expansion boards and expansion adapters Communication boards and communication adapters can be used. For available communication boards and adapters, refer to the user's manual for the CPU module being used.

Product name Generic term Model name PLC CPU RnCPU R00CPU, R01CPU, R02CPU, R04CPU, R08CPU, R16CPU, R32CPU, R120CPU

RnENCPU R04ENCPU, R08ENCPU, R16ENCPU, R32ENCPU, R120ENCPU

Process CPU (process mode) RnPCPU R08PCPU, R16PCPU, R32PCPU, R120PCPU

Remote head module RJ72GF15-T2, RJ72GF15-T2(SR), RJ72GF15-T2(LR)

Product name Generic term Model name FX5U CPU module FX5UCPU FX5U-32MR/DS, FX5U-32MR/ES, FX5U-32MT/DS, FX5U-32MT/DSS, FX5U-32MT/ES, FX5U-32MT/ESS,

FX5U-64MR/DS, FX5U-64MR/ES, FX5U-64MT/DS, FX5U-64MT/DSS, FX5U-64MT/ES, FX5U-64MT/ESS, FX5U-80MR/DS, FX5U-80MR/ES, FX5U-80MT/DS, FX5U-80MT/DSS, FX5U-80MT/ES, FX5U-80MT/ESS

FX5UC CPU module FX5UCCPU FX5UC-32MR/DS-TS, FX5UC-32MT/D, FX5UC-32MT/DS-TS, FX5UC-32MT/DSS, FX5UC-32MT/DSS-TS, FX5UC-64MT/D, FX5UC-64MT/DSS, FX5UC-96MT/D, FX5UC-96MT/DSS

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MELSEC-Q CPU module

Serial communication module This tool supports the serial communication using the following modules. QJ71C24N QJ71C24N-R2 QJ71C24N-R4 Modules whose first five digits of the serial number are '11062' and function version is B or later are supported.

MELSEC-L CPU module or head module

Serial communication module This tool supports the serial communication using the following modules. LJ71C24 LJ71C24-R2

Product name Generic term Model name Universal model QCPU QnU(D)(H)CPU Q00UJCPU, Q00UCPU, Q01UCPU, Q02UCPU, Q03UDCPU, Q04UDHCPU, Q06UDHCPU,

Q10UDHCPU, Q13UDHCPU, Q20UDHCPU, Q26UDHCPU

QnUDVCPU Q03UDVCPU, Q04UDVCPU, Q06UDVCPU, Q13UDVCPU, Q26UDVCPU

QnUDE(H)CPU Q03UDECPU, Q04UDEHCPU, Q06UDEHCPU, Q10UDEHCPU, Q13UDEHCPU, Q20UDEHCPU, Q26UDEHCPU, Q50UDEHCPU, Q100UDEHCPU

QnUDPVCPU Q04UDPVCPU, Q06UDPVCPU, Q13UDPVCPU, Q26UDPVCPU

Process CPU QnPHCPU Q02PHCPU, Q06PHCPU, Q12PHCPU, Q25PHCPU

Product name Generic term Model name PLC CPU LCPU L02SCPU, L02SCPU-P, L02CPU, L02CPU-P, L06CPU, L06CPU-P, L26CPU, L26CPU-P

L26CPU-BT, L26CPU-PBT

Head module LJ72GF15-T2

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Connection configuration between a CPU module and a personal computer The following shows configurations to connect a CPU module to a personal computer. Available connection routes differ depending on the series of the CPU module. : Available, : Not available

Connection through a USB port Connect a CPU module to a personal computer with a USB cable. For available cables, refer to the user's manual for the module used.

When using a USB cable for the first time, install the USB driver. Page 73 USB Driver Installation Procedure

Connection through an Ethernet port Connect a CPU module to a personal computer with an Ethernet board that is built-in to the personal computer or commercially available. For an RnENCPU, use the Ethernet port of the CPU part to connect to the personal computer. An Ethernet port of the network part cannot be used for this connection.

Direct connection A CPU module can be directly connected to a personal computer on a 1:1 basis with an Ethernet cable without a hub. Specifying the IP address of the CPU module is not required.

Do not communicate by connecting to LAN line directly. This may increase the line load and affect the communications of other devices.

Connection through an Ethernet port A CPU module can also be connected to a personal computer via a hub on the same local network. The IP address of the CPU module needs to be specified. In addition, set the same network address as the CPU module in the network settings of the personal computer.

Connection can be established with a LAN cable only. Connection via the Internet is not available. Do not configure the direct connection settings when connecting a CPU module to a personal computer on

a 1:1 basis.

Connection route MELSEC iQ-R MELSEC iQ-F MELSEC-Q, MELSEC-L USB

Ethernet Direct connection

Connection through an Ethernet port

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Connection configuration between a CPU module and electric actuator products Up to two communication channels can be set to connect a CPU module to electric actuator products. Available channels differ depending on the series of the CPU module. For the MELSEC iQ-R series, the channels of a mounted communication module can be used. For the MELSEC iQ-F series, the channels of a CPU module, communication board, or communication adapter can be used. : Available, : Not available

Serial communication (Modbus RTU) is used to communicate from each channel to electric actuator controllers.

2.2 Supported Manufacturers and Models This section shows supported products.

Electric actuator controller

*1 Positioning data cannot be read from or written to this model with Support Tool. In addition, teaching cannot be performed with the positioning test function. Use Teaching Pendant or PC Software manufactured by IAI Corporation.

*2 The positioning start operation cannot be performed with the positioning test function of Support Tool. Use Teaching Pendant or PC Software manufactured by IAI Corporation.

Connection route MELSEC iQ-R MELSEC iQ-F MELSEC-Q, MELSEC-L CH1 (Serial communication module) (CPU module built-in RS-485 port)

CH2 (Serial communication module) (Communication board) (Serial communication module)

CH3 (Communication adapter)

CH4 (Communication adapter)

Manufacturer Type Series Type and model IAI Corporation Built-in Controller Type Actuator RCP6S RCP6S*1

ERC3 ERC3

ERC2 ERC2(SE)

Controller PCON PCON-CA/CB/CFA/CFB PCON-C/SE PCON-CF PCON-CY PCON-CYB

DCON DCON-CA/CB DCON-CYB

ACON ACON-CA/CB ACON-C/SE ACON-CY ACON-CYB

SCON SCON-CA/CAL/CB SCON-CB-F*1*2

SCON-C

ORIENTAL MOTOR CO.,LTD.

STEP driver AR ARD-AD/CD/KD

AZ AZD-AD/CD/KD

Stepper motor driver RK RKSD503-AD/CD RKSD507-AD/CD

SMC Corporation Controller/Step data input type LECP6 LECA6

LECP6/LECA6

JXC51/61 JXC51/JXC61

18 2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 2.3 Considerations For Use

2.3 Considerations For Use This section explains considerations for constructing and operating a system.

Considerations for communication delay and emergency stop Positioning control by Support Tool may be substantially delayed if the communication band is narrow or connection distance is long. Configure an external emergency stop to stop the system safely in an emergency. To stop positioning control in an emergency, the external emergency stop must be used.

Considerations for setting values specific to each model type At the positioning data or JOG/Inching setting, to configure different setting range values by an electric actuator, check the specifications of the electric actuator being used and then set the value. Despite inputting out-of-range values, an error cannot be checked for model-type specific specifications by Support Tool. For specifications of an electric actuator being used, refer to manuals and catalogs provided by each manufacturer.

Considerations for using other engineering software If online operations are performed simultaneously with another MELSOFT series engineering tool (including GX Works3 and GX Works2), an error may occur in a communication driver. It is recommended not to perform online operations simultaneously with other engineering software.

Considerations for using products for setting a controller of each manufacturer Do not connect a data setting device, teaching box, and PC software of each manufacturer to a controller simultaneously to change data while using Support Tool. Failure to do so may cause malfunctions due to data inconsistency. When setting or changing parameters of a controller by using the products, ensure that the following functions are not being used in Support Tool. Positioning data operation (writing/reading positioning data) Positioning test

Considerations for using Oriental Motor products Checking the type of a connection destination model When "Oriental Motor" is set for "Select Manufacturer" in Support Tool, the tool cannot automatically determine whether the module type selected in a project is matched with that of the actual connection destination. Thoroughly check that both model types are matched, and then perform online operations. Otherwise, unintended operation may occur.

End numbers of positioning data Positioning data with the following numbers is used by a Support Tool system. It cannot be set or used by users. AR Series, RK Series: 63 (Available data range: No.0 to No.62) AZ Series: 255 (Available data range: No.0 to No.63) In the following settings, a value which exceeds the available data range will be automatically converted within the available range when writing positioning data to a controller.

Current position display during a positioning test When an electric actuator that is controlled by a connection destination controller does not have an encoder, the current position value is always displayed as '0' while using the positioning test function. The value does not match with the actual position of the actuator.

Series No. Item Setting value Value to be written into controller AR Series RK Series

62 Operation function 1: Link, 2: Link 2, or 3: Push 0: Single-motion

Sequential positioning operation

1: Enable 0: Disable

AZ Series 62 Next data number -2: (+2) -256: Stop

63 Next data number -2: (+2) or -1: (+1)

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Considerations for using SMC products Checking the type of a connection destination model When "SMC" is set for "Select Manufacturer" in Support Tool, the tool cannot automatically determine whether the module type selected in a project is matched with that of the actual connection destination. Thoroughly check that both model types are matched, and then perform online operations. Otherwise, unintended operation may occur.

2.4 Operating Environment For the operating environment for Support Tool, refer to the following: Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning Installation Instructions

20 3 PROCEDURES TO START SUPPORT TOOL

3 PROCEDURES TO START SUPPORT TOOL This chapter explains the procedures from obtaining Support Tool to starting it.

Connecting via MELSEC iQ-R or MELSEC iQ-F series module Use the GX Works3 compatible support tool.

Connecting via MELSEC-Q or MELSEC-L series module Use the GX Works2 compatible support tool.

Procedure overview Reference

1. Install GX Works3. GX Works3 Installation Instructions

2. Install the GX Works3 compatible support tool (SW1DNN- SCMPTP).

Page 21 How to Obtain Support Tool Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning Installation Instructions

3. Start GX Works3. Page 21 Settings in GX Works3 Page 24 Display Language Switching4. Set a connection destination and parameters in GX Works3.

5. Start the support tool from the menu of GX Works3. Page 25 Start and End

Procedure overview Reference

1. Install GX Works2. GX Works2 Installation Instructions

2. Install the GX Works2 compatible support tool (SW1DNN- SCPMRP).

Page 21 How to Obtain Support Tool Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning Installation Instructions

3. Start GX Works2. Page 23 Settings in GX Works2

4. Set a connection destination and parameters in GX Works2.

5. End GX Works2.

6. Start the support tool from the Windows start menu. Page 25 Start and End Page 24 Display Language Switching

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3.1 How to Obtain Support Tool For information on how to obtain Support Tool, please consult your local Mitsubishi representative.

3.2 Installation and Uninstallation For installing and uninstalling Support Tool, refer to the following: Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning Installation Instructions

3.3 Settings in GX Works3 This section shows required operations in GX Works3 before starting the GX Works3 compatible support tool.

Operating procedure 1. Start GX Works3.

2. Set parameters.

3. Set a connection destination.

4. Write the parameters to the connection destination module.

For details on the operations of GX Works3, refer to the following: GX Works3 Operating Manual

Parameter setting items Before starting the GX Works3 compatible support tool, set the following parameters in GX Works3 and write them to the module.

MELSEC iQ-R Set the module parameters of a serial communication module. "Parameter" "Module Information" "(module name)" "Module Parameter" in the Navigation window

Setting data

For a setting example, refer to the following: Page 74 Setting Example

Item Setting value

IAI, SMC Oriental Motor Communication protocol setting Predefined protocol

Communication speed setting Set the value according to the setting of an electric actuator controller to be used.

Transmission setting Data bit 8

Parity bit None Yes

Odd/even parity (Setting not required) Even

Stop bit 1

Communication control specification

Echo back enable/prohibit specification

Echo back prohibit

22 3 PROCEDURES TO START SUPPORT TOOL 3.3 Settings in GX Works3

MELSEC iQ-F 1. Specify the detailed model name of a CPU module in the system parameters. "Parameter" "System Parameter" "I/O Assignment Setting" in the Navigation window

2. Set the module parameters of a CPU module or a communication adapter. Built-in RS-485 port (CH1) "Parameter" "FX5UCPU" "Module Parameter" "485 Serial Port" in the Navigation window Communication board (CH2) "Parameter" "FX5UCPU" "Module Parameter" "Expansion Board" in the Navigation window Communication adapter (CH3/CH4) "Parameter" "Module Information" ADP1 to ADP6 (communication adapter) "Module Parameter" in the Navigation window

Setting data

Item Setting value

IAI, SMC Oriental Motor Communication Protocol Type Predefined Protocol Support Function

Advanced Settings Data Length 8bit

Parity Bit None Even

Stop Bit 1bit

Baud Rate Set the value according to the setting of an electric actuator controller to be used.

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3.4 Settings in GX Works2 This section shows required operations in GX Works2 before starting the GX Works2 compatible support tool.

Operating procedure 1. Start GX Works2.

2. Set PLC parameters and data of the intelligent function module.

3. Set a connection destination.

4. Write PLC parameters and data of the intelligent function module to the connection destination module.

5. End GX Works2.

For details on operation methods of GX Works2, refer to the following: GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Common) GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Intelligent Function Module)

Parameter setting items Before starting the GX Works2 compatible support tool, set PLC parameters and the following data in GX Works2, and write them to the module.

MELSEC-Q and MELSEC-L Set data of the serial communication module. "Intelligent Function Module" in the Project view "(module)" "Switch Setting" and "Various Control Specification"

For setting methods for intelligent function module data, refer to the following: GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Intelligent Function Module)

Setting data Set the following items in CH2.

Item Setting value

IAI, SMC Oriental Motor Communication protocol setting Predefined protocol

Communication rate setting Set the value according to the setting of an electric actuator controller to be used.

Transmission Setting Data Bit 8

Parity Bit None Exist

Even/odd parity (Setting not required) Even

Stop bit 1

For communication control specification

Echo back permit/prohibit specification

Prohibited

24 3 PROCEDURES TO START SUPPORT TOOL 3.5 Display Language Switching

3.5 Display Language Switching Support Tool supports multiple languages; therefore, the display language such as one on the menu can be switched on a personal computer.

Precautions If the display language differs from the one for the operating system, texts may not displayed properly in the screen.

(Displayed texts may get cut.) To switch the display language in Windows 10, supplemental fonts of the target language are required. The fonts can be

added by the following operation. Select [Settings] [Apps] [Apps & features] [Manage optional features] [Add a feature] from Windows Start.

GX Works3 compatible support tool The display language of the tool follows the one set in GX Works3. For the method to switch the display language of GX Works3, refer to the following: GX Works3 Operating Manual

GX Works2 compatible support tool A display language can be switched from the menu.

Window [View] [Switch Display Language]

Precautions Even if the display language is set to Chinese in the support tool, when Chinese version of GX Works2 is not used, a part of

an error message may appear in English when a communication error occurs between a module and the support tool.

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3.6 Start and End This section shows the procedures for starting and ending Support Tool.

Start GX Works3 compatible support tool Start the support tool from the menu of GX Works3.

Operating procedure 1. Select [Tool] [Module Tool List] from the menu of GX Works3. The "Module Tool List" screen appears.

2. Select a series for "Module Series Selection" in the screen.

3. Select "Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning."

4. Click the [OK] button.

Multiple pieces of Support Tool cannot be started at the same time.

GX Works2 compatible support tool Start the support tool from the Windows start menu.

Operating procedure 1. Select [MELSOFT]*2 [SCPMRP] from Windows Start*1. *1 Select [All apps] in the Start screen or [Start] [All Programs]/[All apps]. *2 Does not appear in Windows 8.1.

End

Operating procedure 1. Select [Project] [Exit].

26 4 SCREEN CONFIGURATION 4.1 Main frame

4 SCREEN CONFIGURATION This chapter explains the screen configuration of Support Tool.

4.1 Main frame This section shows the main frame configuration.

Status bar Information on a connection destination is displayed. The information is about settings that have been set in an engineering tool (GX Works3 or GX Works2) before starting Support Tool. Only the start I/O number can be changed in Support Tool.

Displayed items

Name Description Reference Title bar To display the tool name and a project file name.

Menu bar To display menus. Page 27 Menu List

Toolbar To display tool icons.

Navigation window To display contents of a project in a tree format. Page 28 PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Work window A main screen used for setting.

Status bar To display information about a connection destination. Page 26 Status bar

Item Description Series To display the series name of a project.

It corresponds to the series of a project set in an engineering tool.

CPU To display the CPU module of a connection destination. The "Type" or "PLC Type" of a project that is set in an engineering tool is displayed.

Connection route To display a connection route (USB or Ethernet) between a personal computer and CPU module.

Start I/O number To display the start I/O number of a connection target module. (Page 34 Setting a Start I/O Number) For MELSEC iQ-F series, the start I/O number is not displayed as the setting is not required.

Title bar

Menu bar

Toolbar

Navigation window

Work window

Status bar

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4.2 Menu List This section shows the menu configuration of Support Tool. The abbreviations in the table indicate the series type of a project. R: MELSEC iQ-R series F: MELSEC iQ-F series Q/L: MELSEC-Q series, MELSEC-L series : Available, : Unavailable

[Project] R F Q/L Reference [New] Page 29 Creating a project

[Open] Page 29 Opening a project

[Close]

[Save] Page 30 Saving a project

[Save As]

[Exit] Page 25 End

[Edit] R F Q/L Reference [Copy] Page 39 Copying/pasting data

[Paste]

[Change Channel] Page 39 Changing channels

[Change Edit Format] [Simple] Page 38 Switching the simple and detailed display formats [Change Edit Format] [Detail]

[View] R F Q/L Reference [Switch Display Language] Page 24 Display Language Switching

[Online] R F Q/L Reference [Start I/O number setting] Page 34 Setting a Start I/O Number

[Write the Predefined Protocol Information] Page 35 Writing Predefined Protocol Information

[Read Positioning Data] Page 42 Reading Positioning Data

[Write Positioning Data] Page 40 Writing Positioning Data

[Debug] R F Q/L Reference [Positioning Test] Page 43 POSITIONING TEST

[Help] R F Q/L Reference [Open Manual] Page 11 Displaying the manual

[Connection to MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC FA Global Website] Page 11 Connecting to MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC FA Global Website

[Version information] Page 11 Checking the version

28 5 PROJECT MANAGEMENT 5.1 Project File and Data Configuration

5 PROJECT MANAGEMENT This chapter explains basic operations and management of a project.

5.1 Project File and Data Configuration Support Tool regards positioning data settings for one serial communication module or MELSEC iQ-F series CPU module as one project. Created projects are saved in their respective files. For considerations to use a file created in a different version of Support Tool, refer to the following: Page 72 Using a Project in a Different Version Data to be created in a project is displayed in the Navigation window.

Data configuration The following shows data displayed in a tree. (Default data names are used.)

Data displayed in the Navigation window Connected model setting Creation method: Page 33 Setting a Connected Model

Positioning data Creation method: Page 36 POSITIONING DATA SETTINGS

Figure Item Description Connected model setting Data to set values required for a connection destination model and for

sending/receiving its predefined protocol.

Figure Item Description (1) CH number (manufacturer name)

The channel number of a module to be used and the manufacturer name of a connected model set to the channel are displayed. Page 32 Selecting a Manufacturer

(2) Axis number (connected model)

Axis numbers and their respective connected models configured in the "Connected model setting" screen are displayed. By double-clicking each item, a screen to set positioning data for the axis appears. Page 37 Setting and Editing Positioning Data The icon indicates a positioning data status. : Initial value or unedited : Edited (no error) : Error

(1) (2)

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5.2 Creating a Project File This section explains the methods for creating, opening, and saving a project.

Creating a project Select the manufacturer of a connected model and the channel of a module to be used to create a new project.

Window [Project] [New] ( )

For the operations in the "New" screen, refer to the following: Page 32 Selecting a Manufacturer

Opening a project Read a project saved on a personal computer or another data storage device.

Window [Project] [Open] ( )

Operating procedure Set each item and click the [Open] button.

Precautions Projects of the MELSEC series different from a project opened in the start source GX Works3 cannot be opened. For considerations to open a project in a version different from the one in which the project was created, refer to the

following: Page 72 Using a Project in a Different Version

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Saving a project Save a project on the personal computer or another data storage device.

Saving projects under the specified name

Window [Project] [Save As]

Operating procedure Set each item and click the [Save] button.

Precautions For the unusable character strings for a project or path name, refer to the following: Page 71 Unusable Character String (Reserved Word)

Overwriting a project

Operating procedure Select [Project] [Save] ( ).

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6 SYSTEM SETTINGS Data communication can be performed with Support Tool by setting items for the system configuration. The following table shows the items to be set.

Set the items by the following procedure.

Operating procedure 1. Set parameters and a connection destination in an engineering tool. (Page 21 Settings in GX Works3, Page 23

Settings in GX Works2)

2. Start Support Tool. (Page 25 Start)

3. Select a manufacturer and create a new project. (Page 32 Selecting a Manufacturer)

4. Set a connected model. (Page 33 Setting a Connected Model)

5. When using a serial communication module, set the start I/O number. (Page 34 Setting a Start I/O Number)

6. Write protocol setting data for a predefined protocol. (Page 35 Writing Predefined Protocol Information)

Item MELSEC iQ-R MELSEC iQ-F MELSEC-Q, MELSEC-L Reference Settings for connecting a personal computer to the programmable controller system

Connection Destination Specification Page 21 Settings in GX Works3 Page 23 Settings in GX Works2

Start I/O number of a serial communication module

Start I/O number of a serial communication module

Page 34 Setting a Start I/O Number

Settings for communicating from a programmable controller system to a supported product

Module parameters Communication protocol

setting Communication speed

setting Transmission setting Communication control

specification

Module parameters Communication Protocol

Type Advanced Settings

Intelligent function module parameters Communication protocol

setting Communication rate

setting Transmission setting Communication control

specification

Page 21 Settings in GX Works3 Page 23 Settings in GX Works2

Channel (CH1, CH2) of the serial communication module

Up to two channels from the following options: CPU module (CH1) Communication board

(CH2) Communication adapter

(CH3, CH4)

Channel (CH2) of the serial communication module

Page 32 Selecting a Manufacturer

Manufacturer name Page 32 Selecting a Manufacturer

Connected model Page 33 Setting a Connected Model

Module and memory where protocol setting data is to be written Page 35 Writing Predefined Protocol Information

32 6 SYSTEM SETTINGS 6.1 Selecting a Manufacturer

6.1 Selecting a Manufacturer Set the manufacturer of a connected model.

Window [Project] [New] ( )

Operating procedure 1. Select the manufacturer name of a connected model.

2. Select the checkbox of the channel to be used. For the MELSEC iQ-F series, up to two channels can be selected from CH1 to CH4. For the MELSEC-Q/L series, only CH2 is available; therefore, channel selection is not required.

3. Click the [OK] button.

Precautions Channels which are not implemented to a module can also be selected. (Example: CH2 can be selected for an FX5UC.) Make sure that the set channel can be used before starting the communication by checking the parameter settings in an engineering tool and the installation statuses of a communication board and communication adapter.

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6.2 Setting a Connected Model Set a model to be connected and items for sending/receiving its protocol.

Window "Connected model setting" in the Navigation window

Operating procedure Set each item and click the [Apply] button. Axes to which models are set are displayed in the Navigation window.

Connected Model Setting Select a controller type to be connected for the axis number to be used.

Setting data

Item Description End axis No. Enter the last axis number to be checked. For the later axis numbers, whether or not an error exists in their set contents will not be

checked when the settings are applied.

Axis1Model to Axis32Model

Select a model to be connected. The settable maximum number of axes varies depending on manufacturers. IAI: 16 Oriental Motor: 31 SMC: 32

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Protocol send/receive setting

Setting data

For details on each item and operations when a communication error occurs, refer to the following: MELSEC iQ-R Serial Communication Module User's Manual(Application) MELSEC iQ-F FX5 User's Manual (Serial Communication) Q Corresponding Serial Communication Module User's Manual (Basic) MELSEC-L Serial Communication Module User's Manual (Basic)

6.3 Setting a Start I/O Number Set the start I/O number of a serial communication module to be used for communication.

Window [Online] [Start I/O number setting]

Operating procedure 1. Set a start I/O number.

2. Click the [OK] button.

The set start I/O number is displayed on the status bar.

Item Description Setting range

Initial value

Receive settings

Clear OS area (receive data area) before protocol execution

Select whether to clear the OS area (receive data area) of the module before the protocol execution. For the MELSEC iQ-F series, this item cannot be selected. (Fixed to "Yes")

No Yes

Yes

Receive Wait Time Set waiting time after the module turns to the 'waiting for reception' status. 9 to 60 30

Send settings

Number of Send Retries Set the number of times the module retries to send when the sending from the module has not been completed within the set time of "Send Monitoring Time."

0 to 10 3

Send Retry Interval Set the interval between the failure of sending from the module and the retry when the sending from the module has not been completed within the set time of "Send Monitoring Time."

0 to 500 100

Send Standby Time Set standby time between when a protocol set to the module turns to the execution status and when it actually sends the data. By setting this item, the send timing of the module can be adjusted to readiness of target devices to receive data.

0 to 500 0

Send Monitoring Time Set waiting time between when the module turns to the 'sending' status and when the sending is completed.

11 to 200 30

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6.4 Writing Predefined Protocol Information Write protocol setting data to a CPU module or a serial communication module. Protocol setting data is automatically set based on the information set in a project. The data is written to the module extended parameters or the flash ROM of the serial communication module.

For MELSEC iQ-R series and MELSEC-Q/L series, set the start I/O number before writing data. Contents in "Connected model setting" of a project are written. Check the set contents before writing.

Window [Online] [Write the Predefined Protocol Information]

Operating procedure 1. Select a module or a memory where protocol setting data is to be written. : Selectable, : Not selectable

2. Click the [Execute] button.

3. Apply the settings by resetting the CPU module or turning the power OFF and ON. For the MELSEC iQ-R series, the settings are applied when the status of a CPU module switches from STOP to RUN.

Precautions The following devices are used to write predefined protocol information.

Make sure not to overlap with the devices used for other controls.

Item Description MELSEC iQ- R

MELSEC iQ-F MELSEC-Q, MELSEC-L

CPU built-in memory The data is written to a CPU module.

SD memory card The data is written to the SD memory card mounted on a CPU module.

Intelligent function module The data is written to the serial communication module with the set start I/O number.

Series Device type Occupied device number by manufacturer

IAI Oriental Motor SMC MELSEC iQ-R Serial communication module

'User setting area' of a buffer memory Un\G3072 to Un\G5407 Un\G3072 to Un\G4339 Un\G3072 to Un\G4347

MELSEC iQ-F File registers R0 to R1801 R0 to R1835 R0 to R1847

MELSEC-Q MELSEC-L

Serial communication module 'User free area' of a buffer memory

Un\G4240 to Un\G4852 Un\G3706 to Un\G4339 Un\G3710 to Un\G4347

36 7 POSITIONING DATA SETTINGS 7.1 Creating Positioning Data

7 POSITIONING DATA SETTINGS This chapter explains the methods to set positioning data.

About positioning data Positioning data is data for positioning control of a connected electric actuator. Set the position which the actuator is moved to, moving speed, acceleration and deceleration, etc. Positioning data corresponds to the following data of a controller of each manufacturer. IAI: Position data Oriental Motor: Operation data SMC: Step data

By specifying positioning data written to a controller, the operation of an electric actuator can be controlled. Positioning data can be set to each controlled axis of the actuators in Support Tool. The axes to which positioning data is to be set are displayed in the Navigation window.

7.1 Creating Positioning Data This section shows the procedure to create new positioning data in a project. Positioning data displayed in the Navigation window can be changed in the "Connected model setting" screen.

Operating procedure 1. Configure "Connected model setting" in the Navigation window. (Page 33 Setting a Connected Model) Axes to which models are set are displayed in the Navigation window.

2. Select an axis in the Navigation window, and double-click it or press the key. A screen to set its positioning data appears.

3. Enter a value for each item in the screen.

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7.2 Setting and Editing Positioning Data This section shows items to be set for positioning data and respective editing methods.

Window "Positioning data" "(CH)" "(Axis)" in the Navigation window.

Setting data The following table shows the setting items for the simple display. IAI

Oriental Motor

Item Description Setting range Initial value Position Set the target position by a relative distance from the home position (unit: mm). -9999.99 to 9999.99 0.00

Speed Set the speed in the operation (unit: mm). 0.01 to 9999.98 100.00

Acceleration Set the acceleration (unit: G) at the operation start. 0.01 to 9.99 0.30

Deceleration Set the deceleration (unit: G) at the operation completion (stop). 0.01 to 9.99 0.30

Comment Enter a description or caution for the positioning data as necessary. It is not written to a controller. Manage the positioning data with comments as a project and save it to a file. Comments cannot be read from the positioning data of a controller.

64 characters Blank

Item Description Setting range Initial value Position Set the position for positioning operation by the amount of movement from the home position (unit:

step). -8388608 to 8388607

0

Speed Set the operating speed in positioning operation (unit: Hz). 0 to 1000000 1000

Acceleration Set the acceleration/deceleration rate (unit: ms/kHz) or acceleration/deceleration time (unit: s). This item is effective when "Acceleration/deceleration type" of the target controller is set to "separate." The unit can be set in the "Acceleration/deceleration unit" parameter of the target controller. For "Acceleration/deceleration type" and "Acceleration/deceleration unit," set them by using PC software developed by Oriental Motor.

0.001 to 1000.000 1.000

Deceleration

Operation mode

Set the method of specifying a position (travel amount) in positioning operation. 0: Incremental 1: Absolute

0 to 1 0

Comment Enter a description or caution for the positioning data as necessary. It is not written to a controller. Manage the positioning data with comments as a project and save it to a file. Note that the comments cannot be read from operation data of a controller.

64 characters Blank

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Refer to the 'Considerations For Use' section. Page 18 Considerations For Use SMC

Items other than above can be set by switching to the detailed display. For details on each setting item, refer to the manual of the controller used.

Values outside of the set range may be stored when positioning data of a controller is read. If an error occurs in the set value, the icon indicating an error ( ) is displayed in the Navigation window. If the error cannot be found in the simple display, switch to the detailed display to check the error.

Switching the simple and detailed display formats Simple display and detailed display can be switched by the following operations. [Edit] [Change Edit Format] [Simple] [Edit] [Change Edit Format] [Detail]

Item Description Setting range Initial value Movement MOD

Set the method of specifying a target position for positioning operation. 1: Absolute coordination (based on the home position) 2: Relative coordination (based on the home position)

1 to 2 1

Speed Set the speed to move to the target position (unit: mm/s). 1 to 65535 100

Position Set the target position (unit: mm). -21474836.47 to 21474836.47

0.00

Acceleration Set the acceleration to reach to the Speed (unit: mm/). 1 to 65535 100

Deceleration Set the deceleration to reach to the Speed (unit: mm/). 1 to 65535 100

Comment Enter a description or caution for the positioning data as necessary. It is not written to a controller. Manage the positioning data with comments as a project and save it to a file. Comments cannot be read from the step data of a controller.

64 characters Blank

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Copying/pasting data Data of a project being edited, that of another project, and tabular format data created with Excel can be utilized by the following operations. [Edit] [Copy] ( ) [Edit] [Paste] ( )

Copied data is stored in the clipboard as texts. When multiple cells are selected, a line feed character is stored as the line separator, and a tab character as the column separator. When pasting the data to Excel, select "Text" on the [Number] tab of "Format Cells" in Excel to display the copied character string as is.

Changing channels Connected model settings and positioning data which are set to a channel can be moved to another channel.

Window [Edit] [Change Channel]

Operating procedure 1. Select a channel to be changed to.

2. Click the [OK] button.

The "Change Channel" screen can also be displayed by right-clicking an axis in the Navigation window and selecting [Change Channel] from the shortcut menu.

40 8 POSITIONING DATA OPERATIONS 8.1 Writing Positioning Data

8 POSITIONING DATA OPERATIONS This chapter explains operations to write/read positioning data to/from a controller.

8.1 Writing Positioning Data Write created positioning data to a controller.

Window [Online] [Write Positioning Data] ( )

For details of the "Connected axis check" screen, refer to the following: Page 41 Checking a Connected Axis

Operating procedure 1. Select the [Write] tab in the "Positioning data operation" screen.

2. Select the checkbox of target positioning data.

3. Set "Positioning data range" of the positioning data whose checkbox is selected.

4. Click the [Execute] button. The positioning data is written to a controller.

In the following cases, check the settings and the actual system connection status. Model mismatched (background color: pink): The model whose connection is confirmed does not match

with the one set as the connected model. Not connected (background color: gray): Connection cannot be confirmed.

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Checking a Connected Axis The "Connected axis check" screen appears at the first positioning data writing or reading after the following operations: Starting Support Tool Clicking the [Apply] button after changing "End axis No." or "Model" in the "Connected model setting" screen Changing channels (Page 39 Changing channels) The "Connected axis check" screen does not appear when the check has been executed. The screen can be displayed by clicking the [Refresh] button in the "Positioning data operation" screen.

Window [Online] [Write Positioning Data] ( )/[Read Positioning Data] ( )

The check result is displayed in the "State" column. Blank: not yet checked (Checking): check in progress Connected: connected properly Not supported: connection confirmed but unsupported Not connected: no connection

The "Positioning data operation" screen is not displayed if there is an error in the check. The check can be interrupted by clicking the [Cancel] button; however, information of axes whose connection had been confirmed before the interruption is displayed in the "Positioning data operation" screen.

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8.2 Reading Positioning Data Read positioning data from a controller.

Window [Online] [Read Positioning Data] ( )

For details of the "Connected axis check" screen, refer to the following: Page 41 Checking a Connected Axis

Operating procedure 1. Select the [Read] tab in the "Positioning data operation" screen.

2. Select the checkbox of target positioning data.

3. Set "Positioning data range" of the positioning data whose checkbox is selected.

4. Click the [Execute] button. The positioning data is read from a controller.

Values outside of the set range may be stored when positioning data of a controller is read. If an error occurs in the set value, the icon indicating an error ( ) is displayed in the Navigation window. For the method to edit positioning data, refer to the following: Page 37 Setting and Editing Positioning Data

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9 9 POSITIONING TEST This chapter explains the positioning test functions. A positioning test function adjusts positioning operation while monitoring the operation of an electric actuator.

9.1 Common Operation This section explains the basic operating procedure for the positioning test functions.

Window [Debug] [Positioning Test] Select a channel number and an axis number of a test target in the "Select test target" screen.

The "Positioning test" screen can also be displayed by right-clicking an axis in the Navigation window and selecting [Positioning Test] from the shortcut menu.

Displayed items

Precautions A measurement error occurs in "Current speed." Make sure to check the operation of the actual target device, and treat the current speed on the screen as a reference value.

Item Description (1) [Test Target Selection] button To display the "Select test target" screen.

The channel number and axis number of a test target can be selected in the "Select test target" screen. The status of the selected test target is displayed in the monitor area.

(2) [Reconnection] button To restart communication with a CPU module. This button can not be selected when communication is successfully established.

(3) Monitor area Page 46 Operation by Manufacturers (IAI) Page 52 Operation by Manufacturers (Oriental Motor) Page 58 Operation by Manufacturers (SMC)

(4) Test information area

(5) [Teaching] button To display the "Teaching" screen. By using the teaching function, a current position can be imported into the positioning data of a controller. Page 44 Teaching

(6) [Realtime Monitor] button To display the status of a test target with the realtime monitor function of GX LogViewer. Page 45 Realtime monitor It is displayed only for MELSEC iQ-R series.

(1)

(4)

(3)

(2)

(6)

(5)

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Teaching A current position can be imported into the positioning data of a controller. The teaching function can be performed in the following cases by clicking the [Teaching] button in the "Positioning test" screen. Support Tool communicates with a controller normally. A CPU is in the STOP state. An axis is stopped. Modbus commands are enabled. (For IAI and SMC) However, note that teaching cannot be performed during standby time for the continuous start operation (Page 50 Continuous start) even when an axis is stopped.

Operating procedure 1. Click the [Teaching] button in the "Positioning test" screen. The "Teaching" screen appears.

2. Set "Capture destination positioning data No." in the "Teaching" screen.

3. To import a current position into positioning data within a project, select the checkbox of "Reflect the capture result in the positioning data setting window."

4. Click the [Capture] button. A current position is imported into positioning data.

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9 Realtime monitor The status of a test target can be displayed with the realtime monitor function of GX LogViewer.

Operating procedure 1. Click the [Realtime Monitor] button. The "Realtime Monitor Setting" screen of GX LogViewer appears. Monitor values can be updated only while the lamp indicating the communication status of a positioning test is ON.

2. Configure the settings for monitoring in the "Realtime Monitor Setting" screen.

3. Click the [Monitor Start] button in the screen. For the method for using GX LogViewer, refer to the following: GX LogViewer Version 1 Operating Manual

Precautions The displayed screen for the realtime monitor function of GX LogViewer is closed by either of the following operations. Save the necessary monitoring result in GX LogViewer in advance. Closing the "Positioning test" screen Changing a test target by clicking the [Test Target Selection] button

Modules supporting this function This function is not available for the MELSEC iQ-F series. For modules supporting the realtime monitor function of GX LogViewer, refer to the following: GX LogViewer Version 1 Operating Manual

Monitored item list The following shows the items monitored by the realtime monitor function.

*1 It is not displayed in RK series. *2 "Servo (Negative Logic)" is displayed in RK series.

The values of a current position monitor and current speed monitor are displayed in integers. The values after the decimal point are rounded down.

Item Data Type

IAI Oriental Motor SMC Major Failure Alarm Bit Bit

Minor Failure Alarm Bit Bit

Alarm Bit

Current position Monitor Double word [signed] Double word [signed] Double word [signed]

Current speed Monitor Double word [signed] Double word [signed]*1 Word [Unsigned]

Modbus Command Enable/ Disable

Bit Bit

Axis ready Bit

Servo*2 Bit Bit Bit

Home Position Return Complete

Bit Bit Bit

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9.2 Operation by Manufacturers (IAI) This section explains the positioning test function when "IAI" is selected for "Select Manufacturer."

Displayed items

Item Description Reference (1) Monitor area To display the status of a test target. Page 47 Monitoring target axis

(2) Servo To send a command for changing test target status to a controller.

Page 47 Servo and home position Page 48 Preparation for test(3) Home position

(4) Teaching To import a current position into the positioning data of a controller.

Page 44 Teaching

(5) Alarm [Alarm Reset] button To reset an alarm. Page 63 Checking Controller and Module Statuses[Software Reset] button To restart a controller.

(6) Test type [Positioning start] tab To execute or stop the set positioning data. Page 49 Positioning start

[JOG/Inching] tab To perform JOG or inching operation. Page 51 JOG/Inching

(1)

(6)

(5)

(3)(2)

(4)

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9 Monitoring target axis This section shows the status of a test target.

Displayed items

Servo and home position The following explains buttons that send a command for changing test target status to a controller.

Displayed items

Item Description (1) Axis To display the axis number of a test target.

(2) Axis operation status To display an axis operation status. The status follows Moving signal (MOVE), Push-motion operation in progress (PUSH), and Home return status (GHMS) of a controller. Stopping: MOVE (0), PUSH (0), GHMS (0) Moving: MOVE (1), PUSH (0), GHMS (0) Pushing: PUSH (1) Home position returning: GHMS (1)

(3) Communication state To display the communication status with an electronic actuator controller. ON: Communication in progress (fixed cycle monitoring in progress) OFF: Communication not executed

(4) Servo To display a servo status. The status follows Servo ON status (SV) in Device status register 1 (DSS1) of a controller. ON: Servo ON OFF: Servo OFF

In the Servo OFF status, a controller does not accept any movement commands.

(5) Home position To display a home return status. The status follows Home return status (HEND) in Device status register 1 (DSS1) of a controller. ON: Home return complete OFF: Home return not yet complete

(6) Current position To display the current position of an electric actuator (unit: 0.01 mm).

(7) Current speed To display the current speed of an electric actuator (unit: 0.01 mm/s).

(8) Positioning data No. being executed

To display a positioning data number being executed or executed last.

(9) Alarm icon To display an icon corresponding to the alarm levels. : Minor failure (message) : Major failure (operation cancellation or cold start)

Alarm code To display the alarm code of an occurring alarm.

Item Description (1) Servo [Modbus Command Disable] button/

[Modbus Command Enable] button To send a command for switching between PIO and Modbus. Modbus commands need to be enabled to perform home position return, switch a servo ON or OFF, and perform each function of tests.

[Servo OFF] button/ [Servo ON] button

To send a servo ON or OFF command to a controller. A servo needs to be turned ON to perform operation such as home position return, positioning start, and the forward and reverse rotations of JOG/Inching.

(2) Home position [Home Position Return] button To send a home position return command to a controller.

(1) (2) (3)

(8) (9)

(4) (5)(6)

(7)

(1) (2)

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Preparation for test Perform the following operation before using the positioning start or JOG/Inching function.

Operating procedure 1. [Debug] [Positioning Test]

2. Select a channel number and an axis number of a test target in the "Select test target" screen.

The "Positioning test" screen appears.

The test target can be changed in the "Select test target" screen by clicking the [Test Target Selection] button on the "Positioning test" screen.

3. When the [Modbus Command Enable] button is displayed, click the button.

4. When the [Servo ON] button is displayed, click the button.

5. Click the [Home Position Return] button. When the preparation is completed, both lamps of "Servo" and "Home position" are ON in the monitor area.

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9 Positioning start Positioning data can be executed by specifying a number.

Operating procedure 1. Check that both lamps of "Servo" and "Home position" are ON in the monitor area of the "Positioning test" screen.

When the lamps are OFF, refer to the following: Page 48 Preparation for test

2. Select the [Positioning start] tab.

For operations when selecting "Continuous Start," refer to the following: Page 50 Continuous start

3. Enter a positioning data number to be executed in "Positioning data No."

4. Click the [Start] button.

5. By clicking the [Stop] button, the positioning control being performed is decelerated and stopped.

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Continuous start Positioning data numbers can be specified and positioning control can be performed continuously by switching "Start operation type" to "Continuous Start."

1. Select "Continuous Start" for "Start operation type" in the [Positioning start] tab.

2. Enter a positioning data number to be executed in "Positioning data No." By selecting multiple rows, then right-clicking and selecting [Input the serial number] from the shortcut menu, continuous values from the start of the specified range can be set in a batch.

3. For "Standby time," set the length of standby time until the next control starts in second units.

In the continuous start operation, standby time may be different from the set time because a communication delay may occur depending on the status of a communication band or physical communication distance. Specify the standby time within a secure range by considering a communication delay.

4. Click the [Start] button.

5. By clicking the [Pause] button, positioning control is stopped at the time when the control being executed is completed. The axis operation status in the monitor area will be "Stopping."

6. By clicking the [Resume] button, positioning control is restarted from the next control that has been paused.

7. By clicking the [Stop] button, the positioning control being performed is decelerated and stopped.

Repeat execution Select the checkbox of "Repeatedly Execute" to execute settings repeatedly from the first row after the last row is completed.

Stopping continuous start By clicking the [Stop] button, the control being performed is canceled and an electric actuator is decelerated and stopped. Therefore, the actuator stops at a position different from the set position. To terminate continuous start at the timing when one of the controls for set positioning data numbers is completed, click the [Pause] button first, and then click the [Stop] button.

Patterns of continuous start Up to three patterns can be set for the combination of positioning data numbers for continuous start. Select "Continuous Start Pattern" to switch the display.

Considerations for when an alarm occurs When an alarm occurs while the continuous start operation is in progress, the execution status of the actual electric actuator may not match with the one displayed in the monitor area. Perform the continuous start operation again after removing an alarm cause and resetting the alarm. (Page 63 Checking Controller and Module Statuses)

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9 JOG/Inching The current position of an axis can be moved by setting its speed or movement amount.

Operating procedure 1. Check that both lamps of "Servo" and "Home position" are ON in the monitor area of the "Positioning test" screen.

When the lamps are OFF, refer to the following: Page 48 Preparation for test

2. Select the [JOG/Inching] tab.

3. Click the [JOG/Inching Setting] button.

4. Enter JOG operation speed or the amount of movement at inching operation in the "JOG/Inching setting" screen.

5. Click the [Setting] button in the "JOG/Inching setting" screen.

6. Select "JOG" or "Inching" in the [JOG/Inching] tab. JOG: The current position moves at the set speed during pressing the [Forward Rotation] or [Reverse Rotation] button. Inching: The current position moves by the set movement amount by clicking the [Forward Rotation] or [Reverse Rotation]

button.

7. Click the [Forward Rotation] or [Reverse Rotation] button. Forward Rotation: The current position moves toward the positive direction. Reverse Rotation: The current position moves toward the negative direction.

When "Inching" is selected, an inching is performed by the following key input. Forward Rotation: Reverse Rotation: When "JOG" is selected, JOG operation is not performed even if the and keys are pressed.

Item Description JOG speed To enter the JOG operation speed.

Inching movement amount To enter the travel distance of inching operation per time.

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9.3 Operation by Manufacturers (Oriental Motor) This section explains the positioning test function when "Oriental Motor" is selected for "Select Manufacturer."

Displayed items

Item Description Reference (1) Monitor area To display the status of a test target. Page 54 Monitoring target axis

(2) Servo To send a command for changing test target status to a controller.

Page 54 Servo and home position Page 55 Preparation for test(3) Home position

(4) Teaching To import a current position into the positioning data of a controller.

Page 44 Teaching

(5) Alarm [Alarm Reset] button To reset an alarm. Page 63 Checking Controller and Module Statuses

(6) Test type [Positioning start] tab To execute or stop the set positioning data. Page 56 Positioning start

[JOG/Inching] tab To perform JOG or inching operation. Page 57 JOG/Inching

(1)

(6)

(5)

(3)(2)

(4)

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9 Advanced preparation The remote I/O function of an Oriental Motor controller is used in the positioning test function of Support Tool.

Assignment of remote I/O Before using the positioning test function, set the following controller parameters and assign the remote I/O by using PC software developed by Oriental Motor.

Precautions Do not change controller parameters by the software while using Support Tool. (Page 18 Considerations For Use)

Setting data : Optional

When assigning the C-ON signal to both the remote I/O (accessed via RS-485 communication) and the direct I/O (accessed via the I/O signal connector), the positioning test function will be executed when both of them are set to ON. When switching a servo ON or OFF only by the operation of the positioning test function, do not assign the C- ON signal to the direct I/O.

Type AR series, RK series "I/O function [RS-485]" parameter

AZ series "Remote-I/O function (R-I/O)" parameter

Signal name ARD-AD/CD/KD RKSD503-AD/CD, RKSD507-AD/CD Signal name AZD-AD/CD/KD Input signal NET-IN0 M0 M0 R-IN0 START

NET-IN1 M1 M1 R-IN1 HOME

NET-IN2 M2 M2 R-IN2 STOP

NET-IN3 M3 M3 R-IN3 C-ON

NET-IN4 M4 M4 R-IN4

NET-IN5 M5 M5 R-IN5

NET-IN6 START START R-IN6

NET-IN7 HOME HOME R-IN7

NET-IN8 STOP STOP R-IN8

NET-IN9 C-ON AWO R-IN9

NET-IN10 FWD FWD R-IN10

NET-IN11 RVS RVS R-IN11

NET-IN12 to NET-IN15

R-IN12 to R-IN15

Output signal NET-OUT0 HOME-P HOME-P R-OUT0 HOME-END

NET-OUT1 READY READY R-OUT1 READY

NET-OUT2 C-ON_R AWO_R R-OUT2 C-ON_R

NET-OUT3 WNG WNG R-OUT3 INFO

NET-OUT4 ALM ALM R-OUT4 ALM-A

NET-OUT5 MOVE MOVE R-OUT5 MOVE

NET-OUT6 to NET-OUT15

R-OUT6 to R-OUT15

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Monitoring target axis This section shows the status of a test target.

Displayed items

Servo and home position The following explains buttons that send a command for changing test target status to a controller.

Displayed items

Item Description (1) Axis To display the axis number of a test target.

(2) Axis operation status To display an axis operation status. The status follows the output signal (MOVE) of a controller. Stopping: MOVE (0) Moving: MOVE (1)

(3) Communication state To display the communication status with an electronic actuator controller. ON: Communication in progress (fixed cycle monitoring in progress) OFF: Communication not executed

(4) Axis ready To display the output signal (READY) status of a controller.

(5) Servo To display a servo status. The status follows the output signal (C-ON_R/AWO_R) of a controller. ON: Servo ON OFF: Servo OFF

In the Servo OFF status, a controller does not accept any movement commands.

(6) Home position To display a home return status. The status follows the output signal 1 (HOME-P/HOME-END) of a controller. ON: Home return complete OFF: Home return not yet complete

(7) Current position To display the current position of an electric actuator (unit: step).

(8) Current speed To display the current speed of an electric actuator (unit: r/min).

(9) Positioning data No. being executed

To display a positioning data number being executed or executed last.

(10) Alarm icon To display an icon corresponding to the alarm levels. : Minor failure (warning or information) : Major failure (alarm)

Alarm code To display the alarm code of an occurring alarm.

Item Description (1) Servo [Servo OFF] button/

[Servo ON] button To send a signal (C-ON/AWO) for switching between excitation and non-excitation of a motor to a controller. A servo needs to be turned ON to perform operation such as home position return, positioning start, and the forward and reverse rotations of JOG/Inching.

(2) Home position [Home Position Return] button To send a home position return command (HOME) to a controller.

(1) (2) (3)

(9) (10)

(4) (5)(7)

(8) (6)

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9 Preparation for test Perform the following operation before using the positioning start or JOG/Inching function.

Operating procedure 1. [Debug] [Positioning Test]

2. Select a channel number and an axis number of a test target in the "Select test target" screen.

The "Positioning test" screen appears.

The test target can be changed in the "Select test target" screen by clicking the [Test Target Selection] button on the "Positioning test" screen.

3. When the [Servo ON] button is displayed, click the button.

4. Click the [Home Position Return] button. When the preparation is completed, the lamps of "Axis ready," "Servo," and "Home position" are ON in the monitor area.

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Positioning start Positioning data can be executed by specifying a number.

Operating procedure 1. Check that the lamp of "Axis ready" is ON in the monitor area of the "Positioning test" screen.

When the lamp is OFF, refer to the following: Page 48 Preparation for test

2. Select the [Positioning start] tab.

For operations when selecting "Continuous Start," refer to the following: Page 50 Continuous start

3. Enter a positioning data number to be executed in "Positioning data No."

4. Click the [Start] button.

5. By clicking the [Stop] button, the positioning control being performed is decelerated and stopped.

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9 JOG/Inching The current position of an axis can be moved by setting its speed or movement amount.

Operating procedure 1. Check that the lamp of "Axis ready" is ON in the monitor area of the "Positioning test" screen.

When the lamp is OFF, refer to the following: Page 48 Preparation for test

2. Select the [JOG/Inching] tab.

3. Click the [JOG/Inching Setting] button.

4. Enter JOG operation speed or the amount of movement at inching operation in the "JOG/Inching setting" screen.

5. Click the [Setting] button in the "JOG/Inching setting" screen.

6. Select "JOG" or "Inching" in the [JOG/Inching] tab. JOG: The current position moves at the set speed during pressing the [Forward Rotation] or [Reverse Rotation] button. Inching: The current position moves by the set movement amount by clicking the [Forward Rotation] or [Reverse Rotation]

button.

7. Click the [Forward Rotation] or [Reverse Rotation] button. Forward Rotation: The current position moves toward the positive direction. Reverse Rotation: The current position moves toward the negative direction.

When "Inching" is selected, an inching is performed by the following key input. Forward Rotation: Reverse Rotation: When "JOG" is selected, JOG operation is not performed even if the and keys are pressed.

Item Description JOG speed To enter the JOG operation speed.

JOG acceleration/deceleration To enter the acceleration/deceleration time or rotation amount during JOG operation.

Inching movement amount To enter the travel distance of inching operation per time.

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9.4 Operation by Manufacturers (SMC) This section explains the positioning test function when "SMC" is selected for "Select Manufacturer."

Displayed items

Item Description Reference (1) Monitor area To display the status of a test target. Page 59 Monitoring target axis

(2) Servo To send a command for changing test target status to a controller.

Page 59 Servo and home position Page 60 Preparation for test(3) Home position

(4) Teaching To import a current position into the positioning data of a controller.

Page 44 Teaching

(5) Alarm [Alarm Reset] button To reset an alarm. Page 63 Checking Controller and Module Statuses

(6) Test type [Positioning start] tab To execute or stop the set positioning data. Page 61 Positioning start

[JOG/Inching] tab To perform JOG or inching operation. Page 62 JOG/Inching

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9 Monitoring target axis This section shows the status of a test target.

Displayed items

Servo and home position The following explains buttons that send a command for changing test target status to a controller.

Displayed items

Item Description (1) Axis To display the axis number of a test target.

(2) Axis operation status To display an axis operation status. The status follows the output signal (BUSY) of a controller. Stopping: BUSY (0) Moving: BUSY (1)

(3) Communication state To display the communication status with an electronic actuator controller. ON: Communication in progress (fixed cycle monitoring in progress) OFF: Communication not executed

(4) Servo To display a servo status. The status follows the output signal (SVRE) of a controller. ON: Servo ON OFF: Servo OFF

In the Servo OFF status, a controller does not accept any movement commands.

(5) Home position To display a home return status. The status follows the output signal (SETON) of a controller. ON: Home return complete OFF: Home return not yet complete

(6) Current position To display the current position of an electric actuator (unit: 0.01 mm).

(7) Current speed To display the current speed of an electric actuator (unit: mm/s)

(8) Positioning data No. being executed

To display a positioning data number being executed or executed last.

(9) Alarm icon To display an icon corresponding to the alarm levels. : Minor failure (alarm group B or C) : Major failure (alarm group D or E)

Alarm code To display the alarm code of an occurring alarm.

Item Description (4) Servo [Modbus Command Disable] button/

[Modbus Command Enable] button To enable or disable operation instruction by the internal relay (Y30) for LEC serial communication of a controller. Modbus commands need to be enabled to perform home position return, switch a servo ON or OFF, and perform each function of tests.

[Servo OFF] button/ [Servo ON] button

To send the input signal (SVON) which instructs a servo to turn ON or OFF to a controller. A servo needs to be turned ON to perform operation such as home position return, positioning start, and the forward and reverse rotations of JOG/Inching.

(5) Home position [Home Position Return] button To send the input signal (SETUP) which instructs home position return to a controller.

(1) (2) (3)

(8) (9)

(4) (5)(6)

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Preparation for test Perform the following operation before using the positioning start or JOG/Inching function.

Operating procedure 1. [Debug] [Positioning Test]

2. Select a channel number and an axis number of a test target in the "Select test target" screen.

The "Positioning test" screen appears.

The test target can be changed in the "Select test target" screen by clicking the [Test Target Selection] button on the "Positioning test" screen.

3. When the [Modbus Command Enable] button is displayed, click the button.

4. When the [Servo ON] button is displayed, click the button.

5. Click the [Home Position Return] button. When the preparation is completed, both lamps of "Servo" and "Home position" are ON in the monitor area.

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9 Positioning start Positioning data can be executed by specifying a number.

Operating procedure 1. Check that both lamps of "Servo" and "Home position" are ON in the monitor area of the "Positioning test" screen.

When the lamps are OFF, refer to the following: Page 48 Preparation for test

2. Select the [Positioning start] tab.

For operations when selecting "Continuous Start," refer to the following: Page 50 Continuous start

3. Enter a positioning data number to be executed in "Positioning data No."

4. Click the [Start] button.

5. By clicking the [Stop] button, the positioning control being performed is decelerated and stopped.

When clicking the [Stop] button, the input signal (RESET) is sent to a controller. Therefore, for SMC controllers, an alarm is also reset when stopping positioning.

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JOG/Inching The current position of an axis can be moved by setting its speed or movement amount.

Operating procedure 1. Check that both lamps of "Servo" and "Home position" are ON in the monitor area of the "Positioning test" screen.

When the lamps are OFF, refer to the following: Page 48 Preparation for test

2. Select the [JOG/Inching] tab.

JOG speed, JOG acceleration, JOG deceleration, and inching movement amount cannot be changed in Support Tool. Change these items in a setting tool developed by SMC.

3. Select "JOG" or "Inching" in the [JOG/Inching] tab. JOG: The current position moves at the set speed during pressing the [Forward Rotation] or [Reverse Rotation] button. Inching: The current position moves by the set movement amount by clicking the [Forward Rotation] or [Reverse Rotation]

button.

4. Click the [Forward Rotation] or [Reverse Rotation] button. Forward Rotation: The current position moves toward the positive direction. Reverse Rotation: The current position moves toward the negative direction.

When "Inching" is selected, an inching is performed by the following key input. Forward Rotation: Reverse Rotation: When "JOG" is selected, JOG operation is not performed even if the and keys are pressed.

Item Description JOG speed To indicate the JOG operation speed.

JOG Acceleration To indicate acceleration during JOG operation.

JOG Deceleration To indicate deceleration during JOG operation.

Inching movement amount To indicate the travel distance of inching operation per time.

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10 TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter explains the errors which may occur when using Support Tool, and corrective actions correspond to those errors.

10.1 Checking Controller and Module Statuses This section shows the methods of checking an alarm occurred in a controller and an error occurred in the module of a programmable controller system.

Checking error descriptions of a module Check the status of each module, network, and entire system of a programmable controller system by using the system monitor function in an engineering tool.

For details on troubleshooting, refer to the manual of the module used. For the error descriptions of a serial communication module and the details on troubleshooting, refer to the

following: MELSEC iQ-R Serial Communication Module User's Manual(Application) Q Corresponding Serial Communication Module User's Manual (Basic) MELSEC-L Serial Communication Module User's Manual (Basic) For details on troubleshooting for MELSEC iQ-F series CPU modules, refer to the user's manual (hardware)

of the module used.

Checking alarm descriptions of a controller An alarm occurred in a controller is displayed on the "Positioning test" screen.

Window [Debug] [Positioning Test]

Displayed items

IAI Item Description (1) Axis To display a connection target axis number.

(2) Occurring alarm Alarm icon To display an icon corresponding to the alarm levels. : Minor failure: An alarm at the message level : Major failure: An alarm at the operation release or cold start level

Alarm code To display an alarm code of a controller. For the alarm levels, causes, and corrective actions, refer to the manual of the controller used.

(3) A button to be pressed after taking a corrective action

[Alarm Reset] button To reset an alarm. Press the button when the alarm is at the level of "operation release" in the alarm code of a controller.

[Software Reset] button To restart a controller. Press the button when the alarm is at the level of "cold start" in the alarm code of a controller.

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(2)

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SMC

A controller should be reset after removing the alarm cause. The cause may not be removed if the same alarm occurs again after the alarm is reset. A motor may cause malfunction when the reset is repeated without removing the cause. For the details on the controller alarm, refer to the manual of the controller used.

Checks when writing to/reading from positioning data When an error occurred during writing to or reading from positioning data, an occurring error and an alarm are displayed in the "Write" or "Read" screen.

Window Select [Online] [Write Positioning Data] or [Read Positioning Data] and click the [Execute] button.

Item Description (1) Axis To display a connection target axis number.

(2) Occurring alarm Alarm icon To display an icon corresponding to the alarm levels. Minor failure: This icon is displayed when the output signal of warning or information (WNG/

INFO) is ON. Major failure: This icon is displayed when the output signal of an alarm (ALM/ALM-A) is ON.

Alarm code To display an alarm code of a controller. If minor and major failure occurs simultaneously, an alarm code indicating major failure will be displayed. For the causes and corrective actions, refer to manuals of a controller being used.

(3) A button to be pressed after taking a corrective action

[Alarm Reset] button To reset an alarm. For AZ series, information is also cleared. For AR series and RK series, a warning alarm is cancelled automatically on the controller side when the cause is removed.

Item Description (1) Axis To display a connection target axis number.

(2) Occurring alarm Alarm icon To display an icon corresponding to the alarm levels. Minor failure: An alarm of the alarm group B or C Major failure: An alarm of the alarm group D or E

Alarm code To display an alarm code of a controller. When multiple alarm codes are received, the first received code is displayed. For alarm groups, causes, and corrective actions, refer to manuals of the controller being used.

(3) A button to be pressed after taking a corrective action

[Alarm Reset] button To reset an alarm and operation. The input signal (RESET) is sent to a controller. Press the button when the alarm group of the controller is B, C, or D.

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10.2 Troubleshooting by Symptom When the functions of Support Tool may not operate normally, check the following items and perform troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting on installation and uninstallation

Troubleshooting on starting Support Tool

Symptom Check point Corrective action The screen related to the license terms of Microsoft Visual Basic PowerPacks 10.0 appears.

Microsoft Visual Basic PowerPacks 10.0 is the required component for Support Tool. Check the license terms and install the component.

When installing this product, .NET Framework 4.0 is installed at the same time and the personal computer is restarted. After the restart of the personal computer, restarting of the personal computer is prompted again and unable to install this product. Restarting the personal computer again and again does not solve this problem.

Was the setting tool installed as the user with the administrator authority?

.NET Framework 4.0 must be installed with the administrator authority. Install the setting tool again with a user with the administrator authority.

When installing this product, a message that indicates .NET Framework 3.5 (including .NET 2.0 and 3.0) is disabled appears and unable to install.

Is .NET Framework 3.5 (including .NET 2.0 and 3.0) enabled?

Enable .NET Framework 3.5 (including .NET 2.0 and 3.0), and then install the setting tool again.

Symptom Check point Corrective action Support Tool is not displayed on the menu.

Was Support Tool which is compatible with the programmable controller series being used installed?

Check the type of Support Tool which is compatible with the programmable controller series, and install it. Page 13 Software packages For the versions of GX Works3 which are supported by each version of Support Tool in which supported models are added, refer to the following: Page 68 Additions and Changes from Previous Version Update Support Tool and the engineering tool to the latest version as necessary. Page 21 How to Obtain Support Tool

Has a project been set in GX Works3?

Set a project in GX Works3 before starting the GX Works3 compatible support tool. Page 21 Settings in GX Works3

Cannot start Support Tool. Is the combination of the engineering tool and Support Tool versions correct?

Check a version of Support Tool compatible with the engineering tool and install it. Page 13 Software packages Update Support Tool and the engineering tool to the latest version as necessary. Page 21 How to Obtain Support Tool

Has a project been set in GX Works2?

Set a project in GX Works2 before starting the GX Works2 compatible support tool. Page 23 Settings in GX Works2 Close GX Works2 once after setting the project.

Is the module which is set in the engineering tool compatible with Support Tool?

Check the settings of the engineering tool and set a module which is compatible with Support Tool. For modules compatible with Support Tool, refer to the following: Page 14 Modules

Are any unusable character strings used for the installation destination folder name?

Specify a folder whose name does not include unusable character strings as an installation destination, and reinstall Support Tool. For character strings that cannot be used for an installation destination folder name, refer to the following: Page 71 Unusable Character String (Reserved Word)

66 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 10.2 Troubleshooting by Symptom

Troubleshooting on the display and operation of Support Tool

*1 The Windows version can be checked by the following procedure. Press Windows key + , or select [Windows System] [Run] from Windows Start. Enter 'winver' in the "Run" screen. Check the version in the displayed screen.

*2 Support Tool display will be blurred by enlarging. The following lists the setting values for "Change the size of text, apps, and other items" and the recommended display resolution for each setting value in Windows 10. Setting value: 100%, display resolution: 1024 768 dots or more Setting value: 125%, display resolution: 1900 1200 dots or more Setting value: 150%, display resolution: 1900 1200 dots or more Setting value: 175%, display resolution: 2880 1620 dots or more Setting value: 200%, display resolution: 2880 1620 dots or more Setting value: 225%, display resolution: 3840 2160 dots or more Setting value: 250%, display resolution: 3840 2160 dots or more

*3 'ComUnitTool.exe' is stored in the folder where the GX Works3 compatible support tool (SW1DNN-SCMPTP) is installed. The following is an example of a storage location. 64-bit version operating system: C:\Program Files (x86)\MELSOFT\SCMPTP\ComUnitTool.exe 32-bit version operating system: C:\Program Files\MELSOFT\SCMPTP\ComUnitTool.exe

*4 'ComUnitToolQL.exe' is stored in the folder where the GX Works2 compatible support tool (SW1DNN-SCPMRP) is installed. The following is an example of a storage location. 64-bit version operating system: C:\Program Files (x86)\MELSOFT\SCPMRP\ComUnitToolQL.exe 32-bit version operating system: C:\Program Files\MELSOFT\SCPMRP\ComUnitToolQL.exe

Symptom Check point Corrective action Support Tool does not operate properly.

Was the product installed with "setup.exe"?

The required components are not installed if Support Tool is installed with "setup.msi." Install the product with "setup.exe."

Contents in the screen are not displayed properly. (For example, overlapping of icons, text overflowing from the frame of a button, etc.)

Is the size of the text and other items in the screen set to a value other than 100% (96 DPI, 9 pt etc.) in Windows settings?

Set the value to 100% (96 DPI, 9 pt etc.). For Windows 10 (version 1703 or later)*1, the display of Windows 10 can be

displayed with high DPI scaling by using a Windows 10 function*2. Select 'ComUnitTool.exe'*3 or 'ComUnitToolQL.exe'*4, then select [Properties] on the right-click menu. Select the checkbox of "Override high DPI scaling behavior. Scaling performed by:" in the [Compatibility] tab, then select "System" from the pull- down list. Click the [OK] button.

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Troubleshooting on accessing to the connection destination device

When an abnormality exists in a module, the functions of setting tool may not operate normally. Refer to the user's manual of each CPU and perform troubleshooting.

Symptom Check point Corrective action Cannot communicate with the module. (Cannot operate online)

Is there a disconnection along the connection route? Connect the cables properly. Replace the cable with new one.

Is Windows firewall enabled on the personal computer?

Disable Windows firewall on the personal computer.

Is antivirus software blocking Ethernet communications?

Change the antivirus software settings to allow Ethernet communications.

Lower the antivirus software's security setting level. Stop the antivirus software.

Is there any problem on the personal computer? Replace it with another personal computer.

Is connecting and disconnecting a USB cable, resetting the CPU module, or turning the power ON or OFF performed frequently during communication with a CPU module?

A communication error may occur and it may not be recovered if connecting and disconnecting a USB cable, resetting the CPU module, or turning the power ON or OFF is performed frequently during communication with a CPU module. If the operation is not recovered from an error, remove the USB cable. Then, connect it again after five or more seconds. (Even after this operation, an error may occur at initial communication. However, communication will be successful after that.)

Do the module type and operation mode set in the start source GX Works3 project match with the actual connected programmable controller CPU module? Alternatively, does the personal computer type set in the GX Works2 project before starting Support Tool match with the actual connected programmable controller CPU module?

End Support Tool, and then restart it after matching project settings with the actual connection destination in a corresponding engineering tool. Note that settings which are changed in an engineering tool while Support Tool is running will not be applied to Support Tool.

Does the model set in Support Tool match with the actual connected electric actuator product?

Check the connected model settings, and try to communicate again. Page 33 Setting a Connected Model

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APPENDIX Appendix 1 Additions and Changes from Previous

Version Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning This section shows the additions and changes with upgrade.

Module type Supported modules

Supported manufacturers and models

Functions and operability Version 1.001B

Version 1.002C

Version 1.003D

Supported version Series Module name Model name Supported version of GX Works3 Version 1.001B MELSEC iQ-F FX5U CPU module FX5U-32MR/DS, FX5U-32MR/ES,

FX5U-32MT/DS, FX5U-32MT/DSS, FX5U-32MT/ES, FX5U-32MT/ESS, FX5U-64MR/DS, FX5U-64MR/ES, FX5U-64MT/DS, FX5U-64MT/DSS, FX5U-64MT/ES, FX5U-64MT/ESS, FX5U-80MR/DS, FX5U-80MR/ES, FX5U-80MT/DS, FX5U-80MT/DSS, FX5U-80MT/ES, FX5U-80MT/ESS

Version 1.060N or later When the display language is set to English: Version 1.061P or later

FX5UC CPU module FX5UC-32MR/DS-TS, FX5UC-32MT/D, FX5UC-32MT/DS-TS, FX5UC-32MT/ DSS, FX5UC-32MT/DSS-TS, FX5UC-64MT/D, FX5UC-64MT/DSS, FX5UC-96MT/D, FX5UC-96MT/DSS

Supported version Manufacturer name Model name Supported version of GX Works3 Version 1.002C IAI ERC2(SE), ERC3

Oriental Motor ARD-AD/CD/KD, AZD-AD/CD/KD, RKSD503-AD/CD, RKSD507-AD/CD

SMC LECP6/LECA6

Version 1.004E SMC JXC51/JXC61

Item Description Reference Realtime monitor GX LogViewer can be started and data of positioning operations can be displayed on the trend graph. Page 45 Realtime monitor

Changing channels Connected model settings and positioning data set to a channel can be moved to another selected channel.

Page 39 Changing channels

Item Description Reference Positioning data Guidance of IAI-related items displayed in the "Description" section in the setting screen of positioning

data is improved. Page 37 Setting and Editing Positioning Data

Item Description Reference Positioning data Positioning data settings related to pressing operation when "IAI" is selected for "Select Manufacturer"

are improved. Page 37 Setting and Editing Positioning Data

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Version 1.004E Item Description Reference Positioning test The teaching function is added. Page 44 Teaching

The continuous start function is added to the positioning start function. Page 50 Continuous start

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Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning (Q/L)

Functions and operability Version 1.001B Item Description Reference Positioning data Positioning data settings related to pressing operation when "IAI" is selected for "Select Manufacturer"

are improved. Page 37 Setting and Editing Positioning Data

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Appendix 2 Unusable Character String (Reserved Word)

Reserved words may not be used for names. When the character strings defined as reserved words are used for names, an error occurs at the registration or conversion.

Precautions Characters are not case-sensitive.

Unusable character strings for project name

Unusable character strings for folder name If any of the following invalid characters are used for an installation destination folder name, Support Tool does not start normally.

Category Character string Invalid character

Symbol ", %, ', *, /, :, <, >, ?, \, |

Surrogate pair 0xD800 to 0xDBFF, 0xDC00 to 0xDFFF

Control code U+0000 to U+001F, U+0080 to U+009F, U+00A0 to U+00BF, U+FFFE, U+FFFF

Windows reserved word COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5, COM6, COM7, COM8, COM9, LPT1, LPT2, LPT3, LPT4, LPT5, LPT6, LPT7, LPT8, LPT9, AUX, CON, PRN, NUL, CLOCK$, END_MARK

Category Character string Invalid character

Symbol ", ;, ,, *, /, :, <, >, ?, \, |

Surrogate pair 0xD800 to 0xDBFF, 0xDC00 to 0xDFFF

Control code U+0000 to U+001F, U+0080 to U+009F, U+00A0 to U+00BF, U+FFFE, U+FFFF

Windows reserved word COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5, COM6, COM7, COM8, COM9, LPT1, LPT2, LPT3, LPT4, LPT5, LPT6, LPT7, LPT8, LPT9, AUX, CON, PRN, NUL, CLOCK$, END_MARK

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Appendix 3 Using a Project in a Different Version This section explains the considerations for using a project in a different version from the one in which the project was created. Note the following contents to use a project.

Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning

Using a project in a later version There is no restrictions.

Using a project in an earlier version Using a project, which was created in version 1.001B or later, in version 1.000A A project cannot be opened since there is no data consistency.

Using a project, which was created in version 1.002C or later, in version 1.001B or earlier A project cannot be opened since there is no data consistency.

Using a project, which was created in version 1.004E or later, in version 1.003D or earlier A project cannot be opened since there is no data consistency.

Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning (Q/L) There is no restrictions.

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Appendix 4 USB Driver Installation Procedure To communicate with a CPU module via USB, installing a USB driver is required. If multiple MELSOFT products are installed previously, refer to the folder where the first MELSOFT product is installed.

Operating procedure 1. Connect the personal computer and the CPU module with a USB cable, and power ON the programmable controller.

2. Update a driver software in Windows Device Manager. The drive software is stored in the "Easysocket\USBDrivers" folder where GX Works3 is installed.

If multiple MELSOFT products are already installed, specify "Easysocket\USBDrivers" in the folder of the first product installed. For details on the procedure, refer to the following: GX Works3 Operating Manual GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Common)

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Appendix 5 Setting Example This section shows a setting example in a simple system using Support Tool.

System configuration Configure the sample system using the following devices and software.

Settings in GX Works3 Configure the settings in GX Works3 by following the procedure below before starting Support Tool.

Operating procedure 1. Select "Parameter" "Module Information" in the Navigation window of GX Works3, then right-click it and select [Add

New Module] from the shortcut menu.

2. Select each item as follows in the "Add New Module" screen.

3. Set the following items to "CH1" in the created 'Module Parameter.'

4. Write the set parameters to the programmable controller system.

Device/software Model/description (1) Personal computer OS Microsoft Windows 10 (Professional)

Engineering tool GX Works3 SW1DND-GXW3

Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning SW1DNN-SCMPTP

(2) Connection between a personal computer and a CPU module

USB cable (Direct connection)

USB cable (USB A type USB miniB type)

(3) Programmable controller system CPU module R08CPU

Serial communication module RJ71C24-R4

(4) Connection between a serial communication module and a controller Modbus RTU

(5) Controller PCON-CB

(6) Electric actuator RCP3-TA

Item Setting value Module Type Information Module

Module Name RJ71C24-R4

Advanced Settings Mounted Slot No. 0

Start I/O No. Specification Not Set

Item Setting value Communication protocol setting Predefined protocol

Communication speed setting 38400 bps (Set the value according to the setting of an electric actuator controller to be used.)

Transmission setting Data bit 8

Parity bit None

Stop bit 1

Communication control specification

Echo back enable/prohibit specification

Echo back prohibit

(1)

(2) (4)

(5)(3)

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System settings in Support Tool Start Support Tool and configure the settings by following the procedure below.

Operating procedure 1. Start Predefined Protocol Support Tool For Positioning from the menu of GX Works3. (Page 25 Start and End)

2. Select [Project] [New]. Set the following items in the "Select manufacturer" screen.

3. Select "Connected model setting" in the Navigation window. Set the following items in the "Connected model setting" screen.

4. Select [Online] [Start I/O number setting]. Set the start I/O number of the serial communication module.

5. Select [Online] [Write the Predefined Protocol Information]. Select "Intelligent function module."

6. Enable the parameters by resetting the CPU module.

Item Setting value Select Manufacturer IAI

The channel to be used CH1

Item Setting value End axis No. 4

Axis1Model 2: PCON-CA/CB/CFA/CFB

Clear OS area (receive data area) before protocol execution

Yes

Receive Wait Time 30

Number of Send Retries 3

Send Retry Interval 100

Send Standby Time 0

Send Monitoring Time 30

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Positioning data settings and writing Set positioning data and write it to the controller.

Operating procedure 1. Select 'Axis1' in the Navigation window and double-click it. Enter a value for each item for the positioning data. (Page 37 Setting and Editing Positioning Data)

2. Select [Online] [Write Positioning Data]. Write the created positioning data to the controller. (Page 40 Writing Positioning Data)

Positioning test Execute the positioning data written to the controller.

Operating procedure 1. Select 'Axis1' in the Navigation window, then right-click it and select [Positioning Test] from the short cut menu.

2. Check that both lamps of "Servo" and "Home position" are ON in the monitor area of the "Positioning test" screen. When the lamps are OFF, click the [Modbus Command Enable], [Servo ON], and [Home Position Return] buttons.

3. Enter a positioning data number to be executed in "Positioning data No."

4. Click the [Start] button.

5. Check the operation status in the monitor area of the "Positioning test" screen.

Item Setting value Position 10.00

Speed 100.00

Acceleration 0.30

Deceleration 0.30

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INDEX

C Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 CPU module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14,15

E Engineering tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

G GX LogViewer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 GX Works2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 GX Works3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

M Module parameter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

S Serial communication module. . . . . . . . . . . . . 14,15

U USB driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

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REVISIONS *The manual number is given on the bottom left of the back cover.

Japanese manual number: SH-082175-F

2019 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION

Revision date *Manual number Description April 2019 SH(NA)-082176ENG-A First edition

November 2019 SH(NA)-082176ENG-B Added or modified parts SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, INTRODUCTION, RELEVANT MANUALS, TERMS, Chapter 1, Section 2.1, Section 3.3, Section 3.5, Section 4.1, Section 4.2, Section 5.1, Section 5.2, Chapter 6, Section 6.1, Section 6.2, Section 6.4, Section 7.2, Section 8.1, Chapter 9, Section 9.1, Section 10.1, Section 10.2, Appendix 1, Appendix 3, TRADEMARKS

December 2019 SH(NA)-082176ENG-C Added or modified parts Section 2.1, Appendix 1

May 2020 SH(NA)-082176ENG-D Added or modified parts RELEVANT MANUALS, TERMS, GENERIC TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS, Section 2.1, Section 2.2, Section 2.3, Chapter 3, Section 3.3, Section 3.4, Section 3.5, Section 3.6, Section 4.1, Section 4.2, Section 5.2, Chapter 6, Section 6.1, Section 6.2, Section 6.4, Chapter 7, Section 7.2, Section 9.1, Section 9.2, Section 9.3, Section 9.4, Section 10.1, Section 10.2, Appendix 1, Appendix 2, Appendix 3, Appendix 4

January 2021 SH(NA)-082176ENG-E Added or modified parts SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, CONDITIONS OF USE FOR THE PRODUCT, Appendix 1

April 2022 SH(NA)-082176ENG-F Added or modified parts Section 2.2, Section 2.3, Section 9.1, Section 9.2, Section 9.3, Section 9.4, Appendix 1, Appendix 2, Appendix 3, Appendix 5

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