NAiS GT10 manual

Programmable Dis play GT10/GT30 T echnical Manual Matsushita Electric Works, Ltd. GT10/GT30 T echnical Manual ARCT1F340V1.1EN 5/2003 is a global brand name of Matsushita Electric Works. Includes installation guide for GTWIN screen creation software. Applicable Models GT10 (V er . 1/V er . 2) GT30 AUTOMATECH Sp.z o.o. www.automatech.pl e-mail: biuro[...]

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS [AL W A YS OBSERVE THESE PRECAUTIONS] Before installing, operating, servicing or inspecting this product, please make sure you have read this manual and the explanations of how procedures are carried out, and make sure the product is used correctly . This manual uses two safety standard levels: “W ARNING” and “CAUTION”. W[...]

ii How This Manual Is Configured GT10/GT30 Main Unit Before Using the GT series This section describes items that should be confirmed and precautions that should be observed before the GT series are used. Chapter 1. Specifications This chapter contains the names and specifications of the various parts of the GT se- ries, as well as a table of funct[...]

iii T able of Contents How This Manual Is Configured ii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Part I GT10, GT30 Main Unit Before Using the GT10/GT30 x . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GT10/GT30 Usage Procedures xi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

T able of Contents GT10/GT30 iv Chapter 2 Installation and W iring 2.1 Installation 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1.1 Installation Environment 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1.2 GT10 Installation Method 17 . . . . . . .[...]

T able of Contents GT10/GT30 v 4.8 Connecting the FP–M 56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8.1 Connecting to the COM. Port 56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8.2 Connecting to the TOOL Port 57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.[...]

T able of Contents GT10/GT30 vi 6.2.3 GT Configuration Settings: “Communication Parameters” 97 . . . . . . . 6.2.4 GT Configuration Settings: “Auto–Paging” 99 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2.5 GT Configuration Settings: “Startup Screen Settings” 101 . . . . . . . . . . 6.2.6 GT Configuration Settings: “Setup” 102 . . .[...]

T able of Contents GT10/GT30 vii 9.4 GT10 Screen Messages 145 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.5 GT30 Screen Messages 146 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Part II Screen Creation T ool T erminal GTWIN Usage Environment and GT Main Unit Models[...]

T able of Contents GT10/GT30 viii[...]

ix Part I GT10, GT30 Main Unit[...]

GT10/GT30 x Before Using the GT10/GT30 This section describes items that should be confirmed and precautions that should be observed before the GT10/GT30 is used. Make sure you read this section before using the GT10/GT30.[...]

GT10/GT30 Usage Procedures GT10/GT30 xi GT10/GT30 Usage Procedures If you are using the GT10/GT30 for the first time, please follow the procedure outlined below . Procedure For Using the GT10/GT30 1. Confirm the items included with the product. page xiii Please confirm that all of the items have been included with the product you have purchased. Pr[...]

GT10/GT30 Usage Procedures GT10/GT30 xii 7. Install the screen creation tool. page 149 Install the T erminal GTWIN screen creation tool in the personal computer . Follow the instructions on page 149 and subsequent pages to install the software. 8. Create the screen contents. Create the screen contents using the T erminal GTWIN screen creation tool,[...]

Confirming the Package Contents GT10/GT30 xiii Confirming the Package Contents Check to make sure the necessary items have been included with the product you have purchased. Items Included with the GT10 (AIGT1000B) Main unit Set of attachment fittings Attachment fittings x 4 Attachment screws x 4 Front panel protective sheet There is a front panel [...]

Confirming the Package Contents GT10/GT30 xiv Items Included with the GT30 (AIGT3100B/AIGT3300B) Main unit Set of attachment fittings Fittings x 2 Screws x 4 Front panel protective sheet There is a front panel protective sheet, available as an optional product, attached to the front panel of the unit. Installation instructions Please read these ins[...]

Confirming the Package Contents GT10/GT30 xv Items Included with the T erminal GTWIN English–language version (AIGT8001V2) T erminal GTWIN CD–ROM Software usage license agreement and user card Read the “Software usage license agreement” carefully , and fill in the user card. Please return the user card to Matsushita. GT10/GT30 T echnical Ma[...]

Confirming the Package Contents GT10/GT30 xvi Items Included With the PLC Connection Cable (AIGT8192 / AIP81842D) Cable On e of the following two cables has been included with the product you have purchased. AIGT8192 (2m) AIP81842D (2m) Wiring diagram The package includes a diagram that shows the internal wiring of the cables pictured above. REFERE[...]

GT Series System Configuration GT10/GT30 xvii GT Series System Configuration The following devices are necessary in order to use the GT series. Connecting cable Screen transfer cable D–sub 9–pin – mini–DIN 5–pin (3 m/9.84 ft) Product No.: AFC8513 Commercially available personal computer Screen creation tool T erminal GTWIN English–langu[...]

GT Series System Configuration GT10/GT30 xviii CAUTION Connecting to the COM. port of the FP0 Because connecting the unit to the COM. port of the FP Σ/ FP0 requires a loose–wire connection, this cable is not available. For more detailed information, please see “Connecting the FP Σ ” on page 42 or “Connecting the FP0” on page 45.[...]

Products for the GT Series GT10/GT30 xix Products for the GT Series Products types Item Name Contents Product No. GT10 main unit Programmable display unit GT10 main unit STN monochrome liquid crystal display AIGT1000B GT30 main unit Programmable display unit GT30 main unit STN monochrome liquid crystal display AIGT3100B GT30 ma i n un i t GT30 main[...]

Safety Precautions GT10/GT30 xx Safety Precautions Before installing, operating, servicing or inspecting this product, please make sure you have read this manual and the installation instructions, and make sure the product is used correctly . This manual uses two safety standard levels: “W ARNING” and “CAUTION”. W ARNING Erroneous handling [...]

Safety Precautions GT10/GT30 xxi Special Items Maximum attention has been given to quality control of this product; however: (1 ) In order to prevent, as much as possible, unexpected situations not covered by these specifications, please consult us regarding your product’s specifications and demands, as well as this unit’s operating conditions [...]

Safety Precautions GT10/GT30 xxii[...]

Chapter 1 Specifications[...]

GT10/GT30 1.1 GT10/GT30 Specifications 2 1.1 GT10/GT30 Specifications 1.1.1 General Specifications Item GT10 specifications GT30 specifications Rated voltage 24 V DC Operating voltage range 21.6 to 26.4 V DC Power consumption 5 W max. 10 W max. Ambient temperature 0 ° C to 40 ° C/32 ° F to 104 ° F (25 V DC max. if installed horizontally) 0 ° C[...]

GT10/GT30 1.1 GT10/GT30 Specifications 3 GT30 specifications GT10 specifications Item Graphics Straight lines, continuous straight lines, squares, circles, ovals, arcs, elliptic arcs, fan shapes, elliptic fan shapes, beveled squares, bitmaps Number of screens Approx. 160 screens Screen numbers that can be set: Base screens No. 00 to FF (HEX) Approx[...]

GT10/GT30 1.1 GT10/GT30 Specifications 4 1.1.7 Interface Item GT10 specifications GT30 specifications Communications ratings Conforms to RS232C Conditions for Baud rate: 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 76800, 1 15200 bits/s Baud rate: 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 1 15200 bits/s COM. Port Conditions for communications with external devices Data bits: 7 or [...]

GT10/GT30 1.2 GT10 Names and Functions of Parts 5 1.2 GT10 Names and Functions of Parts 1.2.1 GT10 (front) Liquid crystal display panel (touch panel) Front panel protective sheet (one sheet is attached to unit when unit is shipped) 1 2 1.2.2 GT10 (rear) Power supply terminal COM. port (PLC/external device connection port) (1 communication connector[...]

GT10/GT30 1.2 GT10 Names and Functions of Parts 6 (2) Front panel protective sheet This protects the touch panel and keeps it clean. One sheet is attached to the panel when the unit is shipped. (3) Power supply terminal The operation power supply is connected here. (4) COM. port (PLC/external device connection port) A device such as a PLC, a higher[...]

GT10/GT30 1.3 GT30 Names and Functions of Parts 7 1.3 GT30 Names and Functions of Parts 1.3.1 GT30 (front) Liquid crystal display panel (touch panel) Front panel protective sheet (one sheet is attached to unit when unit is shipped) 2 1 1.3.2 GT30 (rear) Power supply terminal COM. port (PLC/external device connection port) (1 communication connector[...]

GT10/GT30 1.3 GT30 Names and Functions of Parts 8 (3) Power supply terminal The operation power supply is connected here. (4) COM. port (PLC/external device connection port) A device such as a PLC, a higher–order computer , or a microcomputer board can be connected to this RS232C port. (One communication connector is provided as an accessory when[...]

GT10/GT30 1.4 Internal Wiring Connections for Ports 9 1.4 Internal Wiring Connections for Ports 1.4.1 COM. Port When connecting the unit to the FP series, there is no need to wire both the RS and CS. Wiring and cables should be laid out in such a way that cables are not affected by external noise. Also, shielded wiring should be used for cables. 1.[...]

GT10/GT30 1.4 Internal Wiring Connections for Ports 10 1.4.3 Power Supply T erminals Maker Shape Model Applicable wiring Tightening torque Round 1.25–MS3 0.25 mm 2 to 1.65 mm 2 0.5 N m JST Mf g . Front–opening 1.25–B3A JST Mfg . Co., Ltd. Round 2–MS3 1.04 mm 2 to 2.63 mm 2 Front–opening 2–N3A Applicable crimp terminals – The terminal [...]

GT10/GT30 1.5 Dimensions 11 1.5 Dimensions 1.5.1 GT10 Dimensions 144/5.67 32/1.26 138.0/5.43 80/3.15 4/0.16 97/3.82 60/2.36 40/1.57 72/2.83 65.8/2.59 9.6/0.38 (7/0.28) 8.5/0.33 2/0.08 (Unit: mm/inch) (Display unit) (Display unit) (Packing) (7/0.28)[...]

GT10/GT30 1.5 Dimensions 12 1.5.2 GT10 Panel Cutout Dimensions The panel cutout dimensions of the GT10 are as shown below . /5.47 /2.64 + 0 0 Applicable panel thickness: 1.0 to 6.0/0.002 to 0.236 (Unit: mm/inch) 1 1 + 139 + 0 0.04 67 0 0.04 + 1.5.3 GT30 Dimensions 177/6.97 38.0/1.50 4.4/0.17 158.2/6.23 126.8/4.99 1 18.8/4.68 150.2/5.91 (Unit: mm/in[...]

GT10/GT30 1.5 Dimensions 13 1.5.4 GT30 Panel Cutout Dimensions The panel cutout dimensions of the GT30 are as shown below . /5.93 /4.69 + 0 0 Applicable panel thickness: 1.0 to 5.0/0.039 to 0.197 (Unit: mm/inch) 1 1 + 150.5 + 0 0.04 11 9 0 0.04 +[...]

GT10/GT30 1.5 Dimensions 14[...]

Chapter 2 Installation and Wiring[...]

GT10/GT30 2.1 Installation 16 2.1 Installation 2.1.1 Installation Environment When installing and using the GT series, always make sure the following conditions ar e observed. Usage Conditions When installing the product, make sure it is used within the range of the general specifications. Do not use in the following environments: – Areas where t[...]

GT10/GT30 2.1 Installation 17 – Separate wiring systems should be used for the power supply unit and the operating unit. Static Electricity/Noise – Keep the GT10/GT30 main unit, PLC connecting cable, and other wiring as far away as possible from machines which are likely to produce noise (welding equipment, power lines, inverters, motors, etc.)[...]

GT10/GT30 2.1 Installation 18 (2) Insert the fittings into the grooves provided in the GT10 main unit, and tighten the screws to secure the GT10 main unit to the installation panel. Enlarged view Four fittings and four screws provided with the unit CAUTION Screw tightening torque The screw tightening torque should be 0.1 N m to 0.25 N m. Applicable[...]

GT10/GT30 2.1 Installation 19 2.1.3 GT30 Installation Method Secure the GT30 to the installation panel using the two fittings and four screws provided with the unit. (1) Place the GT30 main unit in the installation panel. (2) Insert the fittings into the grooves provided in the GT30 main unit, and tighten the screws to secure the GT30 main unit to [...]

GT10/GT30 2.1 Installation 20 clearance of 30 mm to 50 mm/1.18 inch to 1.97 inch around the GT30. This prevents cables from being damaged, and facilitates the installation work. Also, make sure that the slits in the main unit are never obstructed.[...]

GT10/GT30 2.2 Wiring the Power Supply 21 2.2 Wiring the Power Supply The power supply should be wired by securely connecting the terminal on the rear of the main unit to the terminal. Always use crimp terminals for wiring. +24 V 0 V (D – type ground) F . E. +24 V 0 V (D – type ground) F. E . +24 V Use twisted wiring for the power supply In orde[...]

GT10/GT30 2.2 Wiring the Power Supply 22 Keep the power supply wiring separate – Wiring to the GT series, PLC, and other power equipment should have separate wiring systems. PLC GT series Breaker Power equipment Insulated DC power supply[...]

GT10/GT30 2.3 Wiring the COM. Port 23 2.3 Wiring the COM. Port Accessory communication connector/applicable wiring The communication connector used for the COM. port (provided as an accessory with the main unit) has a screw – tightening type of terminal base. The wiring shown below should be used. Accessory communication connector The communicati[...]

GT10/GT30 2.3 Wiring the COM. Port 24 2.3.1 Wiring Method (1) Remove the sheath from the wire. 7 mm/0.28 inch (2) Insert the wire all the way into the terminal base, and tighten the screw in the clockwise direction to secure it. 2.3.2 Precautions Concerning Wiring The following precautions should be observed, to avoid broken or disconnected wires. [...]

Chapter 3 Setup[...]

GT10/GT30 3.1 Setup Procedure for the GT10 26 3.1 Setup Procedure for the GT10 The GT10 should be set up using the procedure outlined below . (1) Setting the “ Configuration File ” with GTWIN The GT10 has an internal file called the “ Configuration file ” , which is used to determine various operating environment parameters. When the GT10 i[...]

GT10/GT30 3.1 Setup Procedure for the GT10 27 (3) T ransfer the GT10 Configuration file from GTWIN. After connections have been completed, use the following procedure to transfer the GT10 Configuration file from GTWIN. Boot GTWIN, and select “ T ransfer ” on the “ File ” menu. When the transfer function is selected, a dialog box for file tr[...]

GT10/GT30 3.1 Setup Procedure for the GT10 28 When the menu operation as shown at the left page is carried out, the configuration file is sent to the GT10. During the transfer , a screen like that shown below is displayed. GTWIN GT10 T ransferring PC → GT GT10 Configuration file being transferred Screen transfer cable (AFC8513D) (4) Setup is comp[...]

GT10/GT30 3.2 Setting the Basic Communication Area, GT10 and PLC 29 3.2 Setting the Basic Communication Area, GT10 and PLC 3.2.1 What is the Basic Communication Area? Communication between the GT10 and PLC is carried out as shown below . GT10 PLC Internal PLC devices Part reference / output device For part functions (free device specification) Basi[...]

GT10/GT30 3.2 Setting the Basic Communication Area, GT10 and PLC 30 shown below . Clicking on the button in “ Basic Communication Area to PLC ” displays the device settings dialog box shown below , where the initial addresses for the word area and bit area can be changed. GT10 Configuration Basic Setup dialog box EXPLANA TION Key operation in t[...]

GT10/GT30 3.2 Setting the Basic Communication Area, GT10 and PLC 31 W ord devices W ord position F E D C B A 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 N+0 Screen no. specified by PLC (area read by GT10 from PLC) N+1 Usage prohibited N+2 No. of currently displayed screen (area in which data is written from GT10 to PLC) Explanation of system area Screen no. specified by P[...]

GT10/GT30 3.2 Setting the Basic Communication Area, GT10 and PLC 32 sub – menu. T urn on the radio button for “ IOP01 Mode ” in the displayed dialog box. For information on the displayed dialog box, please see “ Basic Setup ” under “ GT10 Configuration Settings ” on page 73. Map of the basic communication area for conventional models [...]

GT10/GT30 3.2 Setting the Basic Communication Area, GT10 and PLC 33 System switches should be replaced with keyboard parts, and function switches with switch parts.[...]

GT10/GT30 3.3 Setup Procedure for the GT30 34 3.3 Setup Procedure for the GT30 The GT30 should be set up using the procedure outlined below . (1) Setting the “ Configuration File ” with GTWIN The GT30 has an internal file called the “ Configuration file ” , which is used to determine various operating environment parameters. When the GT30 i[...]

GT10/GT30 3.3 Setup Procedure for the GT30 35 (3) T ransfer the GT30 Configuration file from GTWIN. After connections have been completed, use the following procedure to transfer the GT30 Configuration file from GTWIN. Boot GTWIN, and select “ T ransfer ” on the “ File ” menu. When the transfer function is selected, a dialog box for file tr[...]

GT10/GT30 3.3 Setup Procedure for the GT30 36 When the menu operation as shown at the left page is carried out, the configuration file is sent to the GT30. During the transfer , a screen like that shown below is displayed. GTWIN GT30 GT30 Configuration file being transferred Screen transfer cable (AFC8513D) (4) Setup is completed. If the transfer h[...]

GT10/GT30 3.4 Setting the Basic Communication Area, GT30 and PLC 37 3.4 Setting the Basic Communication Area, GT30 and PLC 3.4.1 What is the Basic Communication Area? Communication between the GT30 and PLC is carried out as shown below . GT30 PLC Internal PLC devices Part reference / output device For part functions (free device specification) Basi[...]

GT10/GT30 3.4 Setting the Basic Communication Area, GT30 and PLC 38 shown below . Clicking on the button in “ Basic Communication Area to PLC ” displays the device settings dialog box shown below , where the initial addresses for the word area and bit area can be changed. GT30 Configuration Basic Setup dialog box EXPLANA TION Key operation in t[...]

GT10/GT30 3.4 Setting the Basic Communication Area, GT30 and PLC 39 W ord devices W ord position F E D C B A 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 N+0 Screen no. specified by PLC (area read by GT30 from PLC) N+1 Usage prohibited N+2 No. of currently displayed screen (area in which data is written from GT30 to PLC) Explanation of system area Screen no. specified by P[...]

GT10/GT30 3.4 Setting the Basic Communication Area, GT30 and PLC 40[...]

Chapter 4 Connecting and Communicating with the PLC[...]

GT10/GT30 4.1 Connecting the FP–Sigma 42 4.1 Connecting the FP–Sigma 4.1.1 Connecting to the COM. Port Loose–wire connection FP Σ COM. port GT10 GT30 RS232C FPG–COM1 SG CS RS RD SD AFPG801 MODE 1 2 3 4 ON OFF COM. (RS232C) SD RD RS CS GND TOOL (RS232C) 24V FP Σ communication format settings When using COM. Port 1 When using COM. Port 2 Sy[...]

GT10/GT30 4.1 Connecting the FP–Sigma 43 CAUTION Because loose wiring is used for connection to the FP Σ COM. port, no dedicated cable is available. The cable should be provided by the customer . When purchasing a cable, the following precautions should be observed: Shielded wire with a size of AGW#28 to 16 (conductor cross–section surface are[...]

GT10/GT30 4.1 Connecting the FP–Sigma 44 PLC communication cable: Mini–DIN 5–pin loose–wire cable (AIGT8192) Mini–DIN plug side signals Pin no. Abbrev . Wire Color 1 SG Brown 2 SD Green 3 RD White 4   5   Specifications L Product No. Mini–DIN 5–pin Single–side loose wire 2m AIGT8192 Connecting to the FP Σ TOOL port GT10[...]

GT10/GT30 4.2 Connecting the FP0 45 4.2 Connecting the FP0 4.2.1 Connecting to the COM. Port FP0 communication format settings GT30 Loose–wire connection FP0 COM. port GT10 System register no. Item V alue Set System register value 412 Selection of target use of RS232C port Computer link K1 413 Data length 8 bits K3 Parity check Ye s Parity settin[...]

GT10/GT30 4.2 Connecting the FP0 46 customer . When purchasing a cable, the following precautions should be observed: Shielded wire with a size of AGW#28 to 16 (conductor cross–section surface area: 0.08 mm 2 to 1.25 mm 2 ) should be used for connections. For wiring procedures, please refer to “Wiring the COM. Port” on page 23. 4.2.2 Connecti[...]

GT10/GT30 4.2 Connecting the FP0 47 Connecting to the FP0 TOOL port GT10/GT30 3 5 4 1 2 No. 1 (brown) Pin no. on PLC side No. 3 (green or orange) No. 2 (white or red) PLC side Pin no. Abbreviation 1S G 2S D 3R D 4– – 5– Abbreviation GT main unit side Pin no. SD SD RD RD RS RS CS CS GND GND[...]

GT10/GT30 4.3 Connecting the FP1 48 4.3 Connecting the FP1 4.3.1 Connecting to the COM. Port AIP81842D GT30 FP1 COM. port GT10 FP1 communication format settings System register no. Item V alue Set System register value 412 Selection of target use of RS232C port Computer link K1 413 Data length 8 bits K3 Parity check Ye s Parity setting Odd Stop bit[...]

GT10/GT30 4.4 Connecting the FP2/FP2SH 49 4.4 Connecting the FP2/FP2SH 4.4.1 Connecting to the COM. Port AIP81842D GT30 FP2/FP2SH CPU COM. port GT10 FP2/FP2SH communication format settings System register no. Item V alue Set 412 Selection of target use of RS232C port Computer link 413 Data length 8 bits Parity check Ye s Parity setting Odd Stop bit[...]

GT10/GT30 4.4 Connecting the FP2/FP2SH 50 4.4.2 Connecting to the T OOL Port AIGT8192 GT30 FP2/FP2SH CPU TOOL port GT10 FP2/FP2SH communication format settings System register no. Item V alue Set 410 Unit number 1 41 1 Data length 8 bits 4 11 Modem connection No connection 414 Baud rate setting 19200 bits/s PLC communication cable: Mini–DIN 5–p[...]

GT10/GT30 4.5 Connecting the FP2/FP2SH CCU 51 4.5 Connecting the FP2/FP2SH CCU AIP81842D GT30 FP2 computer communication unit GT10 DIP switch settings on reverse side of FP2 computer communication unit SW No. Setting contents V alue Set Switch status 1 Reserved for system ON 2 COM.1 transfer speed 19200 bits/s ON 3 p OFF 4 COM.1 data length 8 bits [...]

GT10/GT30 4.6 Connecting the FP10SH 52 4.6 Connecting the FP10SH 4.6.1 Connecting to the COM. Port 01 DIP SW 1 DIP SW 2 1 AIP81842 D GT10 FP10SH communication format settings SW no. 23 4 56 7 8 Setting port COM. setting port Setting contents Modem control Start code End code Stop bit length Parity check Data length V alue Set No STX invalid CR code[...]

GT10/GT30 4.6 Connecting the FP10SH 53 Connecting to the FP10SH COM. port 1 FG SD RS SG CS RD 2 3 4 5 6 N.C. 7 8 9 N.C. ER SD SD RD CS GND RS RD RS CS GND 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 GT10/GT30 Pin no. on PLC side No. 3 (green) No. 2 (white) No. 7 (brown) PLC side GT main unit side Pin no. Pin no. Abbreviation Abbreviation 4.6.2 Connecting to the T OOL Port A[...]

GT10/GT30 4.6 Connecting the FP10SH 54 Connecting to the FP10SH TOOL port 1 FG SD RS SG CS RD 2 3 4 5 6 N.C. 7 8 9 N.C. ER SD SD RD CS GND RS RD RS CS GND 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 GT10/GT30 Pin no. on PLC side No. 3 (green) No. 2 (white) No. 7 (brown) PLC side GT main unit side Pin no. Pin no. Abbreviation Abbreviation[...]

GT10/GT30 4.7 Connecting the FP10SH/FP3 CCU 55 4.7 Connecting the FP10SH/FP3 CCU AIP81842D GT10 FP3 computer communication unit GT30 DIP switch settings on reverse side of FP3 computer communication unit SW No. Setting contents V alue Set Switch status 1 ON 2 T ransfer speed 19200 bits/s OFF 3 p / OFF 4 Data length 8 bits ON 5 Parity check Odd pari[...]

GT10/GT30 4.8 Connecting the FP–M 56 4.8 Connecting the FP–M 4.8.1 Connecting to the COM. Port AIP81842D GT10 FP–M COM. port GT30 FP–M communication format settings System register no. Item V alue Set System register value 412 Selection of target use of RS232C port Computer link K1 413 Data length 8 bits K3 Parity check Ye s Parity setting [...]

GT10/GT30 4.8 Connecting the FP–M 57 Connecting to the FP–M COM. Port 1 FG SD RS SG CS RD 2 3 4 5 6 N.C. 7 8 9 N.C. ER SD SD RD CS GND RS RD RS CS GND 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 GT10/GT30 Pin no. on PLC side No. 3 (green) No. 2 (white) No. 7 (brown) PLC side GT main unit side Pin no. Pin no. Abbreviation Abbreviation 4.8.2 Connecting to the T OOL Port 1[...]

GT10/GT30 4.9 Automatic Communication Settings Function 58 4.9 Automatic Co mmunication Settings Function After turning on the power supply , if there is no response from the PLC connected to the GT10/GT30, the GT10/GT30 switches to the automatic setting mode for the communication conditions. In the automatic setting mode, commands are sent to the [...]

GT10/GT30 4.9 Automatic Communication Settings Function 59 and the PLC will not be possible if the target usage of the RS232C port has been set to “Computer Link”. Always set the setting on the PLC side to match “Computer Link”. For detailed information, please refer to Chapter 4, “Connecting and Communicating with the PLC”, on page 41.[...]

GT10/GT30 4.10 Through Function 60 4.10 Through Function With the GT series, communication can be set to take place automatically between the COM. and T OOL ports in a “through function”. When the FP series tool software installed in the computer connected to the GT series as shown below is booted, PLC programs can be edited through the GT seri[...]

GT10/GT30 4.10 Through Function 61 FP Programmer II on an ongoing basis. GT10/GT30 FP Programmer II 25V DC max.[...]

GT10/GT30 4.1 1 Connecting with a PLC by Mitsubishi Electric Corp. 62 4.1 1 Connecting with a PLC by Mitsubishi Electric Corp. 4.1 1.1 FX Series GT10 GT30 Adaptor FX series of PLCs by Mitsubishi Electric Corporation Making connections CPU Adaptor Wiring diagram GT series FX1N FX1N–232–BD 1C D 2R D 3S D 4E R Mitsubishi PLC adaptor side Pin no. A[...]

GT10/GT30 4.1 1 Connecting with a PLC by Mitsubishi Electric Corp. 63 NOTES Depending on the type being used, the address range may be limited to a small range. Please refer to the instruction manual of the PLC being used for detailed information. If input relays, output relays and auxiliary relays are being used in word units, addresses should be [...]

GT10/GT30 4.12 Connecting with a PLC by Omron Corp. 64 4.12 Connecting with a PLC by Omron Corp. 4.12.1 SYSMAC C Series, α Series, CV Series, and CS1 Series GT10 GT30 Omron Corporation PLC Making connections SYSMAC C series (using link interface) CPU Link I/F Wiring diagram GT series C200H C200H–LK201* 1 C120–LK201–V1* 2 1F G 2S D 3R D 4R S [...]

GT10/GT30 4.12 Connecting with a PLC by Omron Corp. 65 CPU Link I/F Wiring diagram GT series C500 C500F C1000H C2000 C2000H C120–LK201–V1* 2 C500–LK201–V1* 1 C500–LK203* 1 1F G 2S D 3R D 4R S 5C S D–sub 25–pin on Omron PLC side Pin no. Abbreviation SD SD RD RD RS RS CS CS GND GND GT main unit side Pin no. Abbreviation 6 GT10/GT30 C100[...]

GT10/GT30 4.12 Connecting with a PLC by Omron Corp. 66 SYSMAC C series (direct connection to CPU) CPU *1 Usable cables GT series C200HS SRM1–C02 CQM1–CPU1 1 CQM1–CPU42 CPM1–20CDR–A CQM1H–CPU21 *2 Isolation cable by Omron Corporation CQM1–CIF01 GT10/GT30 *1 This is connected to the peripheral port. *2 The CS1W–CN1 14 cable by Omron C[...]

GT10/GT30 4.12 Connecting with a PLC by Omron Corp. 67 SYSMAC CV series (using link interface) CPU Link I/F Wiring diagram GT series CV500 CV1000 CVM1 CV500–LK201 1F G 2S D 3R D 4R S 5C S D–sub 25–pin on Omron PLC side Pin no. Abbreviation SD SD RD RD RS RS CS CS GND GND GT main unit side Pin no. Abbreviation 6 7S G . . 20 ER Communication po[...]

GT10/GT30 4.12 Connecting with a PLC by Omron Corp. 68 Using the SYSMAC CS1 series (1 : 1) CPU Link I/F Wiring diagram GT series CS1H–CPU67 CS1H–CPU66 CS1H–CPU65 CS1H–CPU64 CS1H–CPU63 CS1G–CPU45 CS1G–CPU44 CS1G–CPU43 CS1G–CPU42 RS232C port on CPU unit D–sub 9–pin on Omron PLC side SD SD RD RD RS RS CS CS GND GND GT main unit s[...]

GT10/GT30 4.12 Connecting with a PLC by Omron Corp. 69 Setting the communication conditions for the PLC Th e settings on the PLC side are as shown below . Settings cannot be entered for some items, depending on the model, but if a setting cannot be entered, it means that setting is not needed. Item V alue Set PLC main unit mode Monitor mode Mode se[...]

GT10/GT30 4.12 Connecting with a PLC by Omron Corp. 70 Communicating with a peripheral board The system areas should be set as indicated below . Address V alue set Setting contents DM6600 0201 (HEX) PLC main unit mode setting (monitor mode) DM6550 0001 (HEX) RS232C port mode setting (higher–order link) DM6551 0004 (HEX) Communication conditions s[...]

Chapter 5 GT10 Configuration Settings[...]

GT10/GT30 5.1 GT10 Configuration Settings 72 5.1 GT10 Configuration Settings Bef ore usin g the GT1 0 for th e first time , it mu st be se t up by ent ering th e GT10 confi gurat ion s etti ngs i ndic ated bel ow . Al way s c heck and ent er t he setti ngs under “ Basic co mmunica tion area to PL C ” . For instruct ions on settin g up th e GT10[...]

GT10/GT30 5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 73 5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN This section describes how configuration settings for the GT10 are entered from GTWIN screen creation tool. 5.2.1 Opening the GT Configuration Settings The GT configuration settings are set by selecting [Configuration] on the menu displayed by[...]

GT10/GT30 5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 74 “ Basic Setup ” screen Title ––– The title of the configuration settings file is entered here. T itles are convenient if each GT10 has its own configuration settings. PLC Model ––– The model of PLC speci fied when GTW IN i s booted is dis play ed here. GT Model ––– Th[...]

GT10/GT30 5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 75 · Bit area ––– This specifies the type of device that reads and writes backlight control and other bit information, and the initial address. The type of device and addresses can be set by clicking on the buttons for the various items. Device settings dialog box Clicking on the butto[...]

GT10/GT30 5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 76 This is where communication parameters for the PLC and personal computer (GTWIN) connected to the GT10 are set. “ Communication Parameters ” screen COM. port (Connected to PLC/External Device) This is used to specify the communication speed and transmission format when the GT10 is conn[...]

GT10/GT30 5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 77 Retry ––– This specifies the number of retries if a communication error occurs. The setting range is from 0 to 255 times. W aiting ––– This specifies the interval between retries if a communication error occurs. The setting range is from 0 to 255 seconds. “ Display Error Code[...]

GT10/GT30 5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 78 “ Auto – Paging ” screen Auto – paging This is used to specify the “ Auto – paging function ” , which automatically switches the specified screen when a given period of time has elapsed. Off ––– The screen is not switched automatically . On ––– The screen is switc[...]

GT10/GT30 5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 79 [Delete] ––– This deletes screens registered for auto – paging. [Save] ––– This saves the settings for the screen number , time, and jump destination as auto – paging settings. 5.2.5 GT Configuration Settings: “ Startup Screen Settings ” Clicking on “ Start – up Scr[...]

GT10/GT30 5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 80 in the initial address of the word device under “ Basic Communication Area to PLC ” in the “ Basic Setup ” parameters under “ GT Configuration ” will be displayed. This function is used when it is necessary to delay the start – up time when the power supply on the PLC side is[...]

GT10/GT30 5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 81 Device Setting dialog box The button functions as a backspace key when entering addresses. The button acts as a Clear key . Click on the button to display the pull – down menu, and select the device from that menu. Enter the address using the ten – keys. T ransfer Outside Clock data di[...]

GT10/GT30 5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 82 If “ On ” is set for the above Auto – Of f backlight feature, clicking o n the button displays a screen where the time until the backlight goes of f can be specified. Any time from one minute to 30 minutes can be specified. KEY POINTS If the backlight is turned off automatically usin[...]

GT10/GT30 5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 83 that shown below , where the type of initial device, the address, and the number of words can be specified. Device Setting dialog box Click o n t h e b u t t o n t o d i s play the pull – down menu, and select the device from that menu. Enter the address using the ten – keys. The butto[...]

GT10/GT30 5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 84 GT internal device hold “ GT Internal Device Hold ” is a function that backs up the values for an internal device (GWR or GDT) in the GT main unit. Data registers Don ’ t hold The GT internal device hold function is turned off. . . Hold The GT internal device hold function is turned [...]

GT10/GT30 5.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT10 85 5.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT10 5.3.1 What is the System Menu? The system menu is a dedicated screen on which configuration settings for the GT10 are entered. Some of the items that can be specified here can also be set using GTWIN screen creation tool and then sent to[...]

GT10/GT30 5.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT10 86 5.3.3 Setting Mode: “ Communication Parameters ” (COM. Port / TOOL Port) T ouching the [Setting] key on the initial screen of the system menu and then touching the [COM. Port] and [TOOL Port] keys on the setting mode menu displays the communication parameters setting screen. Here, p[...]

GT10/GT30 5.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT10 87 Procedure for bringing up the screen [Initial screen] [Setting] [TOOL Port] ↓ ↓ Through function: Through function destination setting When the through function is being used, this specifies the number of the PLC at the other end of the connection. Normally , when used in a 1 : 1 co[...]

GT10/GT30 5.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT10 88 SHORTCUTS [ADJUST] T ouching the [+] key increases the contrast, and touching the [ – ] key decreases it. [RETURN] T o complete the settings and return to the previous screen, touch the [ESC] key . 5.3.5 Setting Mode: “ Clock Settings ” (Clock) T ouching [Setting] on the initial s[...]

GT10/GT30 5.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT10 89 5.3.6 Setting Mode: “ Memory Initialization ” (Clear Memory) T ouching [Setting] on the initial screen of the system menu and then the [Memory] key of the setting mode menu displays the memory initialization screen. The internal user memory of the GT10 is initialized here. Memory in[...]

GT10/GT30 5.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT10 90 T est mode screen Procedure for bringing up the screen [Initial screen] ↓ [T est] key T ouch SW This runs an operation check of the touch switches. B. Light The color of the backlight changes at one – second intervals (in sequence from green a red a green a orange). Buzzer This runs[...]

GT10/GT30 5.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT10 91 5.3.8 Inhibiting the System Menu Display In order to prevent unauthorized persons from being able to change GT10 configuration settings, the GT10 is set up so that DIP switches can be used to make it impossible to display the system menu. Operation mode setting switches Switch no. Funct[...]

GT10/GT30 5.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT10 92[...]

Chapter 6 GT30 Configuration Settings[...]

GT10/GT30 6.1 GT30 Configuration Settings 94 6.1 GT30 Configuration Settings Bef ore usin g the GT3 0 for th e first time , it mu st be se t up by ent ering th e GT30 confi gurat ion s etti ngs i ndic ated bel ow . Al way s c heck and ent er t he setti ngs under “ Basic co mmunica tion area to PL C ” . For instruct ions on settin g up th e GT30[...]

GT10/GT30 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 95 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN This section describes how configuration settings for the GT30 are entered from GTWIN screen creation tool. 6.2.1 Opening the GT Configuration Settings The GT configuration settings are set by selecting [Configuration] on the menu displayed by[...]

GT10/GT30 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 96 “ Basic Setup ” screen Title ––– The title of the configuration settings file is entered here. T itles are convenient if each GT30 has its own configuration settings. PLC Model ––– The model of PLC speci fied when GTW IN i s booted is dis play ed here. GT Model ––– Th[...]

GT10/GT30 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 97 Device settings dialog box Clicking on the button displays a pull – down menu. Select the device for which settings are to be entered, and use the ten – keys to enter addresses. The button functions as a backspace key when entering addresses. The button acts as a Clear key . REFERENCE [...]

GT10/GT30 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 98 “ Communication Parameters ” screen COM. port (Connected to PLC/External Device) This is used to specify the communication speed and transmission format when the GT30 is connected to an external device (PLC). Clicking on the button displays a pull – down menu from which the value to [...]

GT10/GT30 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 99 W aiting ––– This specifies the interval between retries if a communication error occurs. The setting range is from 0 to 255 seconds. “ Display Error Code ” This switches the setting for the error code display used if a communication error occurs. Off ––– No error code is d[...]

GT10/GT30 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 100 “ Auto – Paging ” screen Auto – paging This is used to specify the “ Auto – paging function ” , which automatically switches the specified screen when a given period of time has elapsed. Off ––– The screen is not switched automatically . On ––– The screen is swit[...]

GT10/GT30 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 101 [Delete] ––– This deletes screens registered for auto – paging. [Save] ––– This saves the settings for the screen number , time, and jump destination as auto – paging settings. 6.2.5 GT Configuration Settings: “ Startup Screen Settings ” Clicking on “ Start – up Sc[...]

GT10/GT30 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 102 in the initial address of the word device under “ Basic Communication Area to PLC ” in the “ Basic Setup ” parameters under “ GT Configuration ” will be displayed. This function is used when it is necessary to delay the start – up time when the power supply on the PLC side i[...]

GT10/GT30 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 103 Device Setting dialog box The button functions as a backspace key when entering addresses. The button acts as a Clear key . Click on the button to display the pull – down menu, and select the device from that menu. Enter the address using the ten – keys. T ransfer Outside Clock data d[...]

GT10/GT30 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 104 If “ On ” is set for the above Auto – Of f backlight feature, clicking o n the button displays a screen where the time until the backlight goes of f can be specified. Any time from one minute to 30 minutes can be specified. KEY POINTS If the backlight is turned off automatically usi[...]

GT10/GT30 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 105 Hold PLC Device The Hold PLC Device function reads the values for the specified internal PLC device to the SRAM in the GT30, and backs up the values. Off ––– PLC devices are not held. On ––– PLC devices are held (up to 24 words) If “ On ” is selected for the above Hold PLC[...]

GT10/GT30 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 106 GT internal device hold screen GT internal device hold “ GT Internal Device Hold ” is a function that backs up the values for an internal device (GWR or GDT) in the GT main unit. Data register Don ’ t hold ––– The GT internal device hold function is turned off. Hold ––– [...]

GT10/GT30 6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 107 KEY POINTS GT internal devices Device type Address range Points Data register GDT0000 to GDT2047 2048 words Memory Internal relay WGR0000 to WGR0255 256 words Bits Internal relay GR0000 to GR255F 4096 points * The WGR and GR are the same memory , but in the WGR, bits are handled in word u[...]

GT10/GT30 6.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT30 108 6.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT30 6.3.1 What is the System Menu? The system menu is a dedicated screen on which configuration settings for the GT30 are entered. Some of the items that can be specified here can also be set using GTWIN screen creation tool and then sent t[...]

GT10/GT30 6.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT30 109 Procedure for bringing up the screen [Initial screen] [Contrast] ↓ Contrast ajustment screen (when using the color type) Procedure for bringing up the screen [Initial screen] ↓ [Contrast] Contrast ajustment screen (when using the monochrome type) SHORTCUTS [ADJUST] T ouching the [+[...]

GT10/GT30 6.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT30 11 0 Clock setting screen Procedure for bringing up the screen [Initial screen] ↓ [Clock] The time displayed on the screen is the current time indicated by the internal clock of the GT30. Items can be changed by touching the item (year , month, day , hour , minute, second) and touching t[...]

GT10/GT30 6.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT30 111 6.3.5 Setting Mode: “ Communication Parameters ” (TOOL Port / COM. Port) T ouch the [Port] key on the initial screen of the system menu to display the communication parameters setting screen. Here, parameters controlling communication between the PLC and personal computer (GTWIN) c[...]

GT10/GT30 6.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT30 11 2 Format: T ransmission format This sets the communication parameters (data length, stop bits, parity) for the external device (PLC) connected to the GT30. The items displayed are: Data length / Stop bit / Parity , and each time the [Function] key is pressed, the display switches in the[...]

GT10/GT30 6.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT30 11 3 When either of the above keys is touched, a confirmation message reading is displayed. T o clear the data, touch the key . When is displayed, the memory has been completely cleared. SHORTCUTS [RETURN] T o complete the settings and return to the previous screen, touch the [ESC] key . C[...]

GT10/GT30 6.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT30 11 4 6.3.8 Inhibiting the System Menu Display In order to prevent unauthorized persons from being able to change GT30 configuration settings, the GT30 is set up so that DIP switches can be used to make it impossible to display the system menu. Switch no. Function OFF ON 1 Usage inhibited S[...]

Chapter 7 How the V arious Functions Are Used[...]

GT10/GT30 7.1 Switching Screens 11 6 7.1 Switching Screens There are three ways to switch screens registered in the GT main unit. 7.1.1 Switching the Screen from the PLC GT main unit screens can be switched from the PLC ladder program, by writing the number of the screen to be displayed in hexadecimal format to the initial word of the word device i[...]

GT10/GT30 7.1 Switching Screens 11 7 FPWIN Pro: GV L In the G lobal V ariable L ist, you define variables that can be accessed by all POUs in the project. In the POU header , all input and output variables are declared that are used for programming this function. LD FPWIN GR: X0 [ F 0 MV , H 2 , D T 0 ] No. of screen displayed Address of first word[...]

GT10/GT30 7.1 Switching Screens 11 8 Function switching parts: Attribute editing dialog box Double – clicking on the parts arranged on the base screen, or selecting a switch part, and clicking on the “ Parts (T) ” menu and then the “ Edit Attribute ” sub – menu displays the dialog box shown above. (1) Using the “ Change Screen ” ope[...]

GT10/GT30 7.1 Switching Screens 11 9 For information on setting the auto – paging function, please see page 78 (GT10) and page 100 (GT30). If using this function, please be aware that the value of the third word in the basic communication area / word device (the number of the currently displayed screen) changes to that of the new screen number , [...]

GT10/GT30 7.1 Switching Screens 120 1 1 1 2 1 Screen No. 1 Currently display screen number changes Contents of basic communication area / word device First word (screen no. instruction from PLC) Third word (currently displayed screen no.) Screen is switched in response to function switch parts (Change Screen operation mode) Screen No. 2 Change is n[...]

GT10/GT30 7.1 Switching Screens 121 currently displayed screen) to that of the new screen number , and thus avoids the kind of case described above.[...]

GT10/GT30 7.2 GT10 Bit Device Functions 122 7.2 GT10 Bit Device Functions In order for communication to be carried out between the GT10 and PLC, an internal device area like that shown below is provided in the PLC. This basic communication area contains two types of devices: word devices, which are used to handle screen numbers and other data, and [...]

GT10/GT30 7.2 GT10 Bit Device Functions 123 T o make these settings valid, however , Bit D (Backlight V alid flag) must always be turned on at the same time. Bit status Backlight color B A OFF OFF Of f OFF ON Green ON OFF Red ON ON Orange Using a flashing backlight Bit C of the first word of the bit device is used to make the backlight flash. The b[...]

GT10/GT30 7.3 GT30 Bit Device Functions 124 7.3 GT30 Bit Device Functions In order for communication to be carried out between the GT30 and PLC, an internal device area like that shown below is provided in the PLC. This basic communication area contains two types of devices: word devices, which are used to handle screen numbers and other data, and [...]

GT10/GT30 7.3 GT30 Bit Device Functions 125 T o make these settings valid, however , Bit D (Backlight V alid flag) must always be turned on at the same time. Bit status Backlight status B A OFF OFF Of f OFF ON Lighted ON OFF ON ON Using a flashing backlight Bit C of the first word of the bit device is used to make the backlight flash. The backlight[...]

GT10/GT30 7.3 GT30 Bit Device Functions 126[...]

Chapter 8 Servicing and Maintenance[...]

GT10/GT30 8.1 The Internal Secondary Battery (GT10) 128 8.1 T he Internal Secondary Battery (GT10) Internal GT10 data is backed up in the following ways: Screen data GT10 configuration data Stored in the F – ROM. (No battery backup required.) Hold PLC Device data Stored in the SRAM. (Backed up by the internal secondary Clock data GT internal devi[...]

GT10/GT30 8.1 The Internal Secondary Battery (GT10) 129 2) For long periods with the power off, it is recommended that the No. 1 operation mode setting switch (SRAM backup with secondary battery) be set to “ OFF ” for storage. However , please note that when the switch is set to “ OFF ” , the clock data and the device hold area data will no[...]

GT10/GT30 8.2 Battery (GT30) 130 8.2 Battery (GT30) Internal GT30 data is backed up in the following ways: Screen data GT30 configuration data Stored in the F – ROM. (No battery backup required.) Hold PLC Device data Stored in the SRAM. (Backed up by battery in optional card) Clock data GT internal device hold data In order to prevent the battery[...]

GT10/GT30 8.3 Replacing the Front Panel Protective Sheet 131 8.3 Replacing the Front Panel Protective Sheet In order to protect the touch panel and keep it clean, the GT main unit comes with a protective sheet attached over the panel. If this protective sheet becomes dirty or worn, it should be replaced. Replacement sheets are available as an optio[...]

GT10/GT30 8.4 Replacing the Waterproof Packing 132 8.4 Replacing the Waterproof Packing If the panel is being detached from the GT main unit and then reattached, the waterproof packing should be replaced, in order to assure that the panel remains waterproof (IP65). Product name Contents Product number W aterproof packing W aterproof packings for re[...]

GT10/GT30 8.5 Replacing the Backlight (GT30 Only) 133 8.5 Replacing the Backlight (GT30 Only) The average service life of the GT30 backlight is 50,000 hours (at room temperature, normal humidity , and 24 VDC). ( “ Service life ” refers to the period over which the brightness diminishes by half, and does not mean that the backlight no longer lig[...]

GT10/GT30 8.5 Replacing the Backlight (GT30 Only) 134[...]

Chapter 9 T roubleshooting[...]

GT10/GT30 9.1 What to Do If Something Unusual Occurs (GT10) 136 9.1 What to Do If Something Unusual Occurs (GT10) Problem Cause Solution Related Screen is blank 1) Power is not on. 2) (When only lamp and message parts are configured to the base screen) V alue of substitute reference device value does not exist in substitute data. 1) Supply 24V DC p[...]

GT10/GT30 9.1 What to Do If Something Unusual Occurs (GT10) 137 Related Solution Cause Problem Screen is dim 1) The power voltage may be low . 2) The contrast is set too low . 3) The backlight is off due to the [Back- light Auto–off] setting in the [Setup] of the GT10 configuration settings in GTWIN. 1) Supply 24V DC 0.3 A. 2) Bring up the system[...]

GT10/GT30 9.1 What to Do If Something Unusual Occurs (GT10) 138 Related Solution Cause Problem Cannot transfer data from GTWIN 1) The screen transfer cable is not con- nected. 2) The PC and GT10 COM. port are con- nected. 1) Confirm that the screen transfer cable is correctly and firmly connected. 2) Connect to TOOL port with screen transfer cable.[...]

GT10/GT30 9.2 What to Do If Something Unusual Occurs (GT30) 139 9.2 What to Do If Something Unusual Occurs (GT30) Problem Cause Solution Related Screen is blank 1) Power is not on. 2) (When only lamp and message parts are configured to the base screen) V alue of substitute reference device value does not exist in substitute data. 1) Supply 24V DC p[...]

GT10/GT30 9.2 What to Do If Something Unusual Occurs (GT30) 140 Related Solution Cause Problem Screen is dim 1) The power voltage may be low . 2) The contrast is set too low . 3) The backlight is off due to the [Back- light Auto–off] setting in the [Setup] of the GT30 configuration settings in GTWIN. 1) Supply 24V DC 0.5 A. 2) Bring up the system[...]

GT10/GT30 9.2 What to Do If Something Unusual Occurs (GT30) 141 Related Solution Cause Problem Cannot transfer data from GTWIN 1) The screen transfer cable is not con- nected. 2) The PC and GT30 COM. port are con- nected. 1) Confirm that the screen transfer cable is correctly and firmly connected. 2) Connect to TOOL port with screen transfer cable.[...]

GT10/GT30 9.3 Error Codes and How to Handle Them 142 9.3 Error Codes and How to Handle Them When an error occurs in the GT series, an error code displays at the top right of the screen. There are two types of error codes: GT series error codes PLC error codes ER XX Error code display 9.3.1 GT Series Error Codes When connected to a FP series PLC The[...]

GT10/GT30 9.3 Error Codes and How to Handle Them 143 Connecting to a PLC made by Omron The following three types of error codes are displayed when there is an error in the GT main unit: Code no. Content Cause and solution 00 Time up error No response from the PLC. Check the connection cable to make sure it is connected. 10 Data error A data error o[...]

GT10/GT30 9.3 Error Codes and How to Handle Them 144 9.3.2 PLC Error Codes Error codes which are sent from the PLC are listed in the table below . For details, please refer to the separate [Computer Communication Unit Introductory Manual]. Code no. Content Cause and solution 21 Data error A data error occurred during communication. 1) There is an e[...]

GT10/GT30 9.4 GT10 Screen Messages 145 9.4 GT10 Screen Messages In addition to screen data, the GT10 also displays the following messages. When transferring data from personal computer to a GT10 This is displayed when data is being transferred from the computer to the GT10. When transferring data from GT10 to a personal computer This is displayed w[...]

GT10/GT30 9.5 GT30 Screen Messages 146 9.5 GT30 Screen Messages In addition to screen data, the GT30 also displays the following messages. When transferring data from personal computer to a GT30 This is displayed when data is being transferred from the computer to the GT30. When transferring data from GT30 to a personal computer This is displayed w[...]

147 Matsushita Electric Works (Europe) AG Part II Screen Creation T ool T erminal GTWIN[...]

GT10 T echnical Manual Before Using T erminal GTWIN 148 Matsushita Electric Works (Europe) AG Before Using T erminal GTWIN This section contains special precautions that should be read if you are using GTWIN for the first time. Please be sure to read it carefully .[...]

GT10 T echnical Manual Precautions Before Using GTWIN 149 Matsushita Electric Works (Europe) AG Precautions Before Using GTWIN Usage Environment and GT Main Unit Models that are Supported Please confirm the environment in which GTWIN is being used. Applicable Environment Operating system ––– Windows 95 (OSR2 (V er . 4.00.950B) or higher)/98/M[...]

GT10 T echnical Manual Special Precautions 150 Matsushita Electric Works (Europe) AG Special Precautions Important Note About Saving Screen Data Files The following measures should be taken to protect against data loss in the event that screen data files become damaged or missing. Always back up screen data files. Screen data saved in the GT main u[...]

Chapter 10 Preparing GTWIN[...]

GT10/GT30 10.1 Installing GTWIN 152 10.1 Installing GTWIN In order to use GTWIN: Windows 95 (OSR2 (V er . 4.00.950B) or higher), Windows 98, Windows Me, NT (V er . 4.0 or a subsequent version) or 2000 must be installed in the computer . The computer in which GTWIN is being installed must have at least 20 Mbyte of hard disk space available. GTWIN is[...]

GT10/GT30 10.1 Installing GTWIN 153 5. Enter the name of the file on which the function is to be run, e.g. E:Setup.exe. 6. Click [OK]. A confirmation message is displayed. 7. Confirm the contents and click [Next]. T o interrupt the installation, click [Cancel].[...]

GT10/GT30 10.1 Installing GTWIN 154 8. Confirm the licensing agreement by clicking [Y es]. The setup process begins. (Selecting [No] cancels GTWIN setup.) 9. Register the user information. The serial number is noted on the user card included in GTWIN package. Make sure it is entered correctly . Make sure you keep a copy of the serial number in a sa[...]

GT10/GT30 10.1 Installing GTWIN 155 10. Click [Next]. 1 1. Select the installation destination. A dialog box is displayed where the folder to which GTWIN is to be installed can be confirmed. T o install the program in the displayed folder , click on the [Next] button. The displayed destination, “ c:ProgramFilesNAiS T erminalGTWIN ” , can be [...]

GT10/GT30 10.1 Installing GTWIN 156 12. Select the program folder . The displayed name, “ NAiS T erminal ” , can be used just as it is. T o use a different folder name, simply enter that name. 13. After selecting a program folder , click [Next]. The installation process begins.[...]

GT10/GT30 10.1 Installing GTWIN 157 14. When this screen is displayed, click [OK]. When the installation has been completed, a message like that shown here is displayed. Click on [OK]. The application required in order to access the Help function is installed. If this message does not appear , reboot the computer as described in step 15. 15. Reboot[...]

GT10/GT30 10.2 Booting GTWIN 158 10.2 Booting GTWIN Click on the Windows button and then select “ Program ” , “ NAiS T erminal ” , and “ GTWIN ” on the displayed Windows menu, in that order . 10.2.1 Selecting the Working Menu When GTWIN is booted, a startup menu like that shown below is displayed on the screen. T urn on one of the three[...]

GT10/GT30 10.2 Booting GTWIN 159 10.2.3 Entering Settings for the Basic Communication Area to PLC Before creating a screen, always enter the settings for the basic communication area to the PLC. For detailed instructions on entering settings, see page 29 (GT10) and page 37 (GT30).[...]

GT10/GT30 10.3 Exiting GTWIN 160 10.3 Exiting GTWIN T o exit GTWIN, follow the prescribed procedure. Procedure: 1. Select [Exit] on the “ File ” menu. 2. Save the file. If screen data has been edited but has not yet been saved, a message like that shown below is displayed on the screen. Click [Y es] to save the data. KEY POINTS GTWIN can also b[...]

GT10/GT30 10.4 Procedures for Using GTWIN 161 10.4 Procedures for Using GTWIN If you are using GTWIN for the first time, follow the procedure outlined below . Procedure: 1. Boot GTWIN. Click on the menu items in the following sequence: “ Start Menu ” → “ Programs ” → “ NAiS T erminal ” → “ GTWIN ” → “ GTWIN ” . This boot[...]

GT10/GT30 10.4 Procedures for Using GTWIN 162 Opening and closing base screens Either double – click on the button for the number of the screen to be created, or select the button and click on [Open]. This opens the base screen. Clicking on the [Close] button of the base screen closes the screen. If a screen has been created on the base screen, t[...]

GT10/GT30 10.4 Procedures for Using GTWIN 163 8. Save the screen file. Save the screen file that has been created. Click on “ File ” on the menu bar , and then on “ Save As ” . The “ Save File ” message dialog box is displayed. Confirm the contents carefully , and then save the file under any desired file name. With GTWIN, multiple file[...]

GT10/GT30 10.4 Procedures for Using GTWIN 164[...]

Appendix A Code T ables[...]

GT10/GT30 A.1 BIN/HEX/BCD Code Correspondence T able 166 A.1 BIN/HEX/BCD Code Correspondence T able Decimal Hexadecimal Binary BCD code 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0000 0001 0002 0003 0004 0005 0006 0007 00000000 00000000 00000000 00000001 00000000 00000010 00000000 0000001 1 00000000 00000100 00000000 00000101 00000000 000001 10 00000000 000001 1 1 0000 0000 [...]

GT10/GT30 A.2 ASCII Code T able 167 A.2 ASCII Code T able b7 b 6 0 0001111 b 5 0 0110011 b 4 0 1010101 ASCII H E X Most significant digit b7 b 6 b 5 b 4 b 3 b 2 b 1 b 0 ASCII HEX code 0 1234 567 0 0 0 0 0 NUL DEL SP ACE 0 @ P ‘ p 0 0 0 1 1 SOH DC 1 ! 1 A Q a q 0 0 1 0 2 STX DC 2 ” 2 B R b r 0 0 1 1 3 ETX DC 3 # 3 C S c s 0 1 0 0 4 EOT DC 4 $ 4 [...]

GT10/GT30 A.2 ASCII Code T able 168[...]

169 Index A ASCII code table, 167 B Backlight, GT30, 133 Basic communication area, 29, 37 Battery , Backup GT10, 128 GT30, 130 BIN/HEX/BCD code table, 166 Bit device functions GT10, 122 GT30, 124 C Cable PLC communication D–sub 9–pin, 48, 49, 51, 52, 53, 55, 56 Mini–DIN 5–pin, 44, 46, 50, 57 PLC connection, xvi, xvii Screen transfer , xvii [...]

GT10/GT30 Index 170 G GTWIN Booting, 158 Exiting, 160 Installing, 152 Precautions, 149, 150 Using the first time, 161 I Installation, 16 GT10, 17 GT30, 19 M Mitsubishi PLC, Connect, 62 O Omron PLC, Connect, 64 Operation mode setting switches GT10, 6 GT30, 8 P Parts GT10, 5 GT30, 7 Power supply T erminals, 10 Wiring, 21 S Screen messages GT10, 145 G[...]

Record of Changes Manual No. Date Description of Changes ARCT1F340E NOV . 2001 First edition ARCT1F340V1.0END JAN. 2002 First European edition ARCT1F340V1.1EN MA Y 2003 Mini–DIN 5–pin loose–wire cable: color information corrected[...]

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