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2. Setting to the DeviceNet system specification controller
2. Setting to the DeviceNet system specification controller
When connecting the DeviceNet compatible module to an existing robot controller, the
DeviceNet compatible module must be installed in the robot controller. Check the DeviceNet
system specifications with the procedure given in section 1.
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2.1
Saving the robot controller data
Before installing the DeviceNet compatible module into the robot controller, be sure to save the
data stored in the robot controller into an external memory by using vIP software, etc.
2.2
Installing the DeviceNet compatible module
Install the DeviceNet compatible module into the robot controller.
At this point, set the MAC ID and communication speed for the DeviceNet compatible module
by referring to the procedures given in "3. setting the DeviceNet compatible module" in chapter 2.
2.3
Response when starting the robot controller
The robot controller will always start up with an "option board setting error" after the DeviceNet
compatible module has been installed. Make the following settings as explained below.
[Procedure]
1. Make connections to all input connectors on the front panel of the robot controller.
2. The following type of question will appear on the PB screen, so answer as "YEs".
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ｃｈａｎｇｅ ＯｐｔｉｏｎＳｌｏｔ ＯＫ？
3. If the controller does not operate properly because of a memory error, etc., load the data
saved in step 2.1 into the controller. Refer to the controller user's manual for details on
loading the data.
If the robot controller is not correctly connected with the DeviceNet system, the message
"DeviceNet Link Error" will appear on the PB.
NOTE
When using support software "vIP" to load data, refer to the vIP user's manual.
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