Omron E3NX-FA Operation Manual

Omron E3NX-FA Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT ® Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual E429-E1-10...
  • Page 2 OMRON. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Moreover, because OMRON is constantly striving to improve its high-quality products, the information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual Revised March 2020...
  • Page 5 Introduction Thank you for purchasing a E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit. This manual contains information you need to know to use the E3NW-ECT. Before use, please make sure that you thoroughly read the manual and have a full understanding of the products functions and performance.
  • Page 6 ) to AWG20 (0.5mm AXF12142 Sheath diameter: 1.2 to 2.0 mm AWG28 (0.08mm ) to AWG24 (0.2mm AXF12146 Yellow Sheath diameter: 0.7 to 1.2 mm OMRON connectors Model Specification Applicable wire range Spring AWG28 (0.08mm ) to AWG20 (0.5mm XN2A-1430 clamp type Sheath diameter: 1.5 mm max.
  • Page 7 Icon The meanings of the icons used in this manual are as follows. Precautions for Safe Use Indicates precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure using the product safely. Precautions for Correct Use Indicates precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure proper operation and performance.
  • Page 8 Structure of This Manual This manual consists of the following chapters. Chapters Contents Explains about the EtherCAT features and the network Chapter 1 EtherCAT Network configuration. EtherCAT Sensor Communication Overviews the E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor Chapter 2 Communication Unit and its various types. Unit Explains the setup method and usage procedures by using Chapter 3...
  • Page 9 Omron’s exclusive warranty is that the Products will be free from defects in materials and workman- ship for a period of twelve months from the date of sale by Omron (or such other period expressed in writing by Omron). Omron disclaims all other warranties, express or implied.
  • Page 10 Disclaimers Performance Data Data presented in Omron Company websites, catalogs and other materials is provided as a guide for the user in determining suitability and does not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of Omron’s test conditions, and the user must correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual perfor- mance is subject to the Omron’s Warranty and Limitations of Liability.
  • Page 11 Safety Precautions Labels and Meanings to Ensure Safe Usage To ensure safe usage of the EtherCAT Slave Unit, the precautions in this manual are displayed with the following labels and symbols. The precautions explained in this section describe important information regarding safety. These precautions must be followed without fail.
  • Page 12 WARNING Do not attempt to take any Unit apart and do not touch the interior of any Unit while the power is being supplied. Also, do not turn ON the power supply while the cover is open. Doing any of these may result in electric shock. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify any Units.
  • Page 13 The CPU Unit refreshes I/O even when the program is stopped (i.e., even in PROGRAM mode). Confirm safety thoroughly in advance before changing the status of any part of memory allocated to I/O Units, Special I/O Units, or CPU Bus Units.
  • Page 14 Precautions for Safe Use Observe the following precautions when using the Unit.  Power Supply • Always use the power supply voltage specified in this manual. An incorrect voltage may result in malfunction or burning. • Take appropriate measures to ensure that the specified power with the rated voltage and frequency is supplied.
  • Page 15 • Do not apply voltages or connect loads to the Outputs Slave Units in excess of the maximum switching capacity. Excess voltage or loads may result in burning.  Handling • When transporting the product, use special packing boxes, and protect it from being exposed to excessive vibration or impact during transportation.
  • Page 16 Precautions for Correct Use • Wire all connections correctly according to instructions in this manual. Failure to install them may result in serious accidents. • Do not operate the control system in the following locations: • Location subject to direct sunlight. •...
  • Page 17 OMRON devices that comply with EC Directives will vary depending on the configuration, wiring, and other conditions of the equipment or control panel on which the OMRON devices are installed. The customer must, therefore, perform the final check to confirm that devices and the overall machine conform to EMC standards.
  • Page 18 Related Manuals The following manuals also deal with EtherCAT. Refer to them for details. Man No. Name of manuals Contents CJ Series Explains the setup and operation procedures of the W487 Position Control Units EtherCAT Position Control Units (CJ1W-NCx81/x82) which Operation Manual functions as a master.
  • Page 19: Table Of Contents

    EtherCAT Network This chapter explains the overview of EtherCAT network. 1-1 Overview of EtherCAT Networks ....... . . 1-2 1-1-1 Features of EtherCAT .
  • Page 20: Overview Of Ethercat Networks

    1 EtherCAT Network Overview of EtherCAT Networks 1-1-1 Features of EtherCAT EtherCAT (Ethernet Control Automation Technology) is a high-performance industrial network system based on Ethernet system and can realize faster and more efficient communications. Each node achieves a short communications cycle time by transmitting Ethernet frames at high speed. Furthermore, even though EtherCAT is a unique protocol, it offers excellent general-purpose applicability.
  • Page 21 1 EtherCAT Network It is the "EtherCAT telegram" stored directly in an Ethernet frame that exchanges data regularly between the EtherCAT Master Unit and Slave Units. Each "EtherCAT telegram" is configured with telegram header (data length, including address of one or more Slave Units, etc.), data, working counter (check bit).
  • Page 22: Communications Types Of Ethercat

    1 EtherCAT Network 1-1-3 Communications types of EtherCAT EtherCAT provides the following two types of communication functions. PDO communications are always updating data per communication cycle on EtherCAT, while SDO communications are processed in between those updates. Process data communications functions (PDO communications) This communication function is used to transfer process data in real time in a fixed-cycle.
  • Page 23: Connection Examples Of Ethercat

    1 EtherCAT Network 1-1-4 Connection Examples of EtherCAT This section explains the connection examples of EtherCAT network. EtherCAT Master Unit DC24V Digital I/O Slave Unit Servo Drive Servomotor Inverter E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor Communications Unit 1 - 5 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 24: Configuration Elements Of Ethercat Network

    1 EtherCAT Network Configuration Elements of EtherCAT Network This section explains the configuration devices and usages of EtherCAT network. 1-2-1 Configuration Devices of EtherCAT Network The devices composing an EtherCAT network are shown in the figure below. EtherCAT Master Unit (Configuration Tool) DC24V RS-232C port connection...
  • Page 25: Overview Of Configuration Devices

    1 EtherCAT Network 1-2-2 Overview of Configuration Devices The overview of each configuration device is as follows: EtherCAT Master Unit Administers the EtherCAT network, monitors the state of Slave Units, exchanges I/O data with Slave Units. EtherCAT Slave Unit Outputs data received from the EtherCAT Master Unit through the EtherCAT network, or sends input data to the EtherCAT Slave Unit through the EtherCAT network.
  • Page 26 1 EtherCAT Network 1 - 8 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 27 EtherCAT Sensor Communication Unit This chapter explains the overview of EtherCAT Slave Unit. 2-1 Overview of E3NW-ECT ......... 2-2 2-1-1 Features of E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor Communication Units .
  • Page 28 NJ-series Controller, other Machine Automation Controllers, and the Sysmac Studio Automation Software to achieve optimum functionality and ease of operation. * “Sysmac devices” is a generic name for EtherCAT Sensor Communication Units and other OMRON control components that were designed with the same communications and user interface specifications.
  • Page 29 List of Sensor Amplifiers Name Model Features Smart Fiber Amplifiers E3NX-FA□0 These standard fiber amplifiers are easy to use and set up. These laser sensors use a minute spot and yet they provide Smart Laser Amplifier Unit E3NC-LA0 stable detection.
  • Page 30 2 EtherCAT Sensor Communication Unit 2 - 4 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 31 Basic Usage Procedures This chapter explains the procedure of using EtherCAT Sensor Communication Units based on specific setting examples. 3-1 Setup Examples and Basic Procedure ......3-2 3-1-1 System Setting Examples .
  • Page 32: Setup Examples And Basic Procedure

    3 Basic Usage Procedures Setup Examples and Basic Procedure This section explains the setup method by using simple system setting examples. 3-1-1 System Setting Examples Connect each of the following Slave Units to the EtherCAT Master Unit and make the settings. EtherCAT Master Unit Digital I/O Slave Unit GX-ID1611 (16 inputs)
  • Page 33: Basic Procedure

    3 Basic Usage Procedures 3-1-2 Basic Procedure This is the flow of the procedures explained in the following sections. Start Mounting and Setting EtherCAT Master Unit Section 3-2-1 Mounting and Setting Slave Units Section 3-2-2 (If the DS-Bus network is used between Units) Section 3-2-2 Mounting and Setting Distributed Sensor Units Connecting Power Supplies...
  • Page 34: Setting And Wiring Hardware

    3 Basic Usage Procedures Setting and Wiring Hardware Make settings and wiring of the EtherCAT Master Unit and Slave Units, and power supply. 3-2-1 Mounting and Setting EtherCAT Master Unit Mount the EtherCAT Master Unit at the prescribed location and make settings of Unit No. and so on. For the detailed explanation, refer to the manual of the EtherCAT Master Unit to be used.
  • Page 35: Starting Communications

    3 Basic Usage Procedures Starting Communications Start the system, allocate I/O data of Slave Units, and then start the EtherCAT communications. For operational state and details of it, refer to "5-3 Communications State Transitions" on page 5-4. 3-3-1 Starting a System Turn ON the power supply to the Units in order.
  • Page 36: Checking Operations

    3 Basic Usage Procedures Checking Operations Confirm that the LED indicators of the EtherCAT Master Unit and Slave Units are normal status and that I/O data is correctly read and written. Moreover, make parameter settings for Slave Units as required. 3-4-1 Checking Unit Displays ...
  • Page 37 Installation and Wiring This chapter explains the mounting and wiring methods of the EtherCAT Slave Unit. 4-1 Mounting E3NW-ECT and Sensor Amplifiers ..... . . 4-2 4-1-1 Mounting Method .
  • Page 38: Mounting E3Nw-Ect And Sensor Amplifiers

    4 Installation and Wiring Mounting E3NW-ECT and Sensor Amplifiers This section describes how to mount and remove the E3NW-ECT and individual Amplifiers to the DIN Track. 4-1-1 Mounting Method Use the following procedure to mount the Units. 1. Hook the upper portion of the Unit on the DIN Track. Sensor Communication Unit DIN Track 2.
  • Page 39: Removal Method

    4 Installation and Wiring Do not perform steps 1 and 2 in the reverse order. This may reduce the mounting strength. Perform step 1 and Do not perform step then step 2. 2 before step 1. After you finish these steps, make sure the E3NW-ECT is securely in place. 4-1-2 Removal Method Use the following procedure to remove the Units.
  • Page 40: Connecting To Ethercat Network

    4 Installation and Wiring Connecting to EtherCAT Network This section explains how to lay down EtherCAT network. 4-2-1 Precautions for Network Connection Observe the precautions below when laying down the EtherCAT network. Precautions at laying down network • When laying down an EtherCAT network, take sufficient safety measures and construct the network according to the standards.
  • Page 41: Preparation For Connecting Network

    • Sizes and Conductor Pairs: AWG 22 × 2 Pairs Part Manufacturer Model Communications Cables Kuramo Electric Co., Ltd. KETH-PSB-OMR Connectors OMRON Corporation XS6G-T421-1 We recommend that you use combinations of the above Cables and Connectors. (Notes) 4 - 5 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 42: Connecting Communications Cables And Connectors

    4 Installation and Wiring 4-2-3 Connecting Communications Cables and Connectors Connect a communications cable and a connector by wiring them straight as shown below. Wire color Wire color Pin No. Pin No. White-Green White-Green Green Green White-Orange White-Orange Blue Blue White-Blue White-Blue Orange...
  • Page 43: Connecting To Communications Cables

    4 Installation and Wiring 4-2-4 Connecting to Communications Cables EtherCAT networks allow free wiring in any connection forms. Connection before and after the E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor Communication Units shall be made in daisy chain connection. Connect the communications cable from the EtherCAT Master Unit to the [CN IN] connector of the Slave Units.
  • Page 44: Connecting To Unit Power Supply And I/O Power Supply

    Between output and AC power supply as well as between output and Isolation chassis ground We recommend S8JX series power supplies made by OMRON for the unit power supply for Slave Units. Precautions for Correct Use • The I/O power supply for the input section of the e-CON connector type Slave Units is shared with the unit power supply.
  • Page 45: Connecting The Unit Power Supply

    Crimper PZ1.5 H0.5/16 orange Weidmueller Japan Co., Ltd. 0.5 mm /AWG20 (Product No. 900599) Also, the following screwdriver is recommended for removing pin terminals. Model Manufacturer XW4Z-00C OMRON 4 - 9 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 46 4 Installation and Wiring 4 - 10 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 47 EtherCAT Communications This chapter explains the overview of EtherCAT communications. 5-1 Structure of CAN application protocol over EtherCAT (CoE) ..5-2 5-2 EtherCAT Slave Information File (ESI File) ......5-3 5-3 Communications State Transitions .
  • Page 48: Structure Of Can Application Protocol Over Ethercat (Coe)

    5 EtherCAT Communications Structure of CAN application protocol over EtherCAT (CoE) Normally, multiple protocols can be transferred by EtherCAT. But E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor Communication Units use "CAN application protocol over EtherCAT (CoE)", a communication interface to be applied for EtherCAT devices, as the device profile of the open network standard "CAN application protocol."...
  • Page 49: Ethercat Slave Information File (Esi File)

    You can download the network configuration information to the EtherCAT Master Unit to configure the EtherCAT network. The ESI files for the OMRON EtherCAT slaves are already installed in the Sysmac Studio. You can use auto-updating to obtain the ESI files for the latest models.
  • Page 50 5 EtherCAT Communications Communications State Transitions The EtherCAT State Machine (ESM) indicates the state transition model of EtherCAT Slave Unit communications control. It is controlled by EtherCAT Master Unit. The following figure shows the communications state transitions from power ON. Power ON Initialization Pre-Operational...
  • Page 51: Process Data Objects (Pdo)

    5 EtherCAT Communications Process Data Objects (PDO) 5-4-1 Overview The process data objects (PDO) are used for real-time data transfer via cyclic communications. PDOs include RxPDOs, which are used by the slaves to receive data from the EtherCAT master, and TxPDOs, which are used by the slaves to send data to the EtherCAT master.
  • Page 52: Sync Manager Pdo Assignment Settings

    5 EtherCAT Communications The figure below shows an example of PDO mapping. Object dictionary Index Object contents 1ZZZ hex 01 hex 6TTT hex TT hex 1ZZZ hex 6UUU hex UU hex 02 hex 1ZZZ hex 03 hex 6YYY hex YY hex PDO-Length : 32 Bit PDO_1 Object A...
  • Page 53: Pdo Mapping

    5 EtherCAT Communications 5-4-4 PDO Mapping The tables below show the details of PDO mapping for E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor Communication Units.  Default PDO mapping with OMRON Sysmac Studio No.1 Sensor Input 1 257th Transmit No.1 Sensor Input 2 PDO Mapping ..
  • Page 54 5 EtherCAT Communications 270th Transmit PDO Mapping Sensor Warning Status 1 to 16 Sensor Status 16 bit (300D hex) (1B0D hex) If you are using the CX-Programmer, you cannot change the PDO mappings listed above from their default settings. The input data assignments are given below. Assigned bits Offset (bytes) Sensor 4...
  • Page 55 5 EtherCAT Communications  Default PDO mapping with Other Company Tool No.1 Sensor Input 1 261th Transmit No.1 Sensor Input 2 PDO Mapping ..Read Input bits (3020 hex) (1B04 hex) No.8 Sensor Input 1 No.8 Sensor Input 2 No.9 Sensor Input 1 262th Transmit No.9 Sensor Input 2 PDO Mapping...
  • Page 56: Service Data Object (Sdo)

    5 EtherCAT Communications Service Data Object (SDO) 5-5-1 Overview E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor Communication Units support the SDO communications. The EtherCAT Master Unit is able to make parameter settings and monitor status by reading and writing data from and to entries in object dictionaries via the SDO communications. 5-5-2 Abort Codes The table below shows abort codes of SDO communications errors.
  • Page 57: Ethercat Master Unit - Slave Unit Communications

    5 EtherCAT Communications EtherCAT Master Unit - Slave Unit Communications This section explains the communication modes between the Master Unit and E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Slave Unit. 5-6-1 FREE RUN Mode In the FREE RUN mode, a Slave Unit operates asynchronously with the EtherCAT Master Unit. To calculate the input and output response time* of the entire system, refer to the relevant values in the manual of the host system (EtherCAT Master or CPU Unit) to be used.
  • Page 58 5 EtherCAT Communications Emergency Messages E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor Communication Units are able to notify emergency messages to the EtherCAT Master Unit by using the SDO communications if they detect errors. 5-7-1 Emergency Message Notification It is possible to set whether or not to notify emergency messages via the SDO communications. Target indexes are sub-index 05 hex: (Flags) in 10F3 hex (Diagnostic History).
  • Page 59: Sysmac Device Functions

    Sysmac Device Functions “Sysmac devices” is the generic name of control component products that were designed with communications and user interface specifications that are unified for OMRON control components. This functions of these procedures are called Sysmac device functions. The section explains the functions of Sysmac devices when they are used together with NJ-series Controller or other Machine Automation Controllers, and Automation Software.
  • Page 60 5 EtherCAT Communications  Saving node address settings If the node address switches are set to 00, the software setting is enabled and the node address that is set on the Sysmac Studio is used. To use the software setting, execute the Write Slave Node Address menu command on the Edit Network Configuration Tab Page for EtherCAT.
  • Page 61 5 EtherCAT Communications  Displaying serial numbers The serial number that is stored in non-volatile memory in the Slave Unit is given in 1018 hex-04 hex (Serial number). Controllers that support Sysmac device functions can use serial numbers to verify the network configuration.
  • Page 62 5 EtherCAT Communications 5 - 16 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 63 Hardware Specifications of E3NW-ECT This chapter explains EtherCAT communication specifications and Hardware specifications. 6-1 EtherCAT Communications Specifications ......6-2 6-2 General Specifications .
  • Page 64: Ethercat Communications Specifications

    6 Hardware Specifications of E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Communications Specifications This section explains the communications specifications of the E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Slave Unit. Item Specification Communication protocol Dedicated protocol for EtherCAT Modulation Base band Baud rate 100 Mbps Physical layer 100BASE-TX (IEEE802.3u) RJ45 × 2 (Shielded) Connectors CN IN: EtherCAT input CN OUT: EtherCAT output...
  • Page 65: General Specifications

    For 1 to 2 Amplifiers: 0 to 55°C; 3 to 10 Amplifiers: 0 to 50°C; 11 to 16 Amplifiers: 0 to 45°C; 17 to 30 Amplifiers: 0 to 40°C. *2 When using the OMRON CJ-series and CJ1W-NC82, up to 4 sensor communication units can be connected per CJ1W-NC82 unit.
  • Page 66 6 Hardware Specifications of E3NW-ECT Hardware Specifications 6-3-1 Status Indicators It indicates the current state of an EtherCAT Slave Unit. L/A IN L/A OUT [PWR] indicator Indicates the unit power supply state. Color State Contents Unit power OFF state Green The unit power (24 VDC) is supplied to the Slave Unit.
  • Page 67 6 Hardware Specifications of E3NW-ECT [RUN] indicator It indicates the operation state. Color State Contents Init state Blinking Pre-Operational state Green Single flash Safe-Operational state Operational state For details on each state, refer to "5-3 Communications State Transitions" on page 5-4. [ERR] indicator It indicates the information of an error.
  • Page 68: Node Address Setting Switches

    Setting the node address (×10) Setting the node address (×1) Note that the node address set values vary as shown below when the EtherCAT Master Unit is made by OMRON or by other manufacturers. Set value for node address Node address...
  • Page 69: Communications Connectors

    6 Hardware Specifications of E3NW-ECT 6-3-3 Communications Connectors The Connectors are used to connect the communications cables. The specifications are shown below. • Electrical characteristics: Conforms to the IEEE 802.3u standard. • Connector structure: RJ45 8-pin modular connector (conforms to ISO 8877) •...
  • Page 70 6 Hardware Specifications of E3NW-ECT 6 - 8 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 71 Function Specifications This chapter explains the function specifications of E3NW-ECT. 7-1 I/O Data Allocation (PDO Mapping) ....... 7-2 7-1-1 Input Data Allocation .
  • Page 72: I/O Data Allocation (Pdo Mapping)

    7 Function Specifications I/O Data Allocation (PDO Mapping) I/O data of Digital I/O Slave Units are allocated to the input/output areas of the I/O memory of the EtherCAT Master Unit, respectively. For the detailed explanation of allocation method, refer to the manual of EtherCAT Master Unit to be connected.
  • Page 73 7 Function Specifications Sensor Communication Unit -> Distributed Sensor Unit 1 -> Distributed Sensor Unit 2 -> ... -> Distributed Sensor Unit 8 You can connect a maximum of 30 Sensor Amplifiers. (Refer to "2-2-2 Number of Connected Sensor Amplifiers" on page 2-3.) You can connect a maximum of eight Distributed Sensor Units to the E3NW-ECT.
  • Page 74 7 Function Specifications Transmit Index Name Size Applicable Sensor Amplifier Units mapping 1B4C hex 333rd Unit 01 Threshold 1 Settings INT32 FA□0 1B4D hex 334th of Input 1 FAH0 EA□0 AA□0 VA□0 VD□0 1B4E hex 335th Unit 01 Threshold 2 Settings ·...
  • Page 75: Functions Of E3Nw-Ect

    7 Function Specifications Functions of E3NW-ECT Digital I/O Slave Units have the following convenient functions, in addition to the I/O signal processing. 7-2-1 Input Filter Overview of functions  Purpose This function prevents data changes and unstable data, which may be caused by fluctuation of input data and unstable contact state due to chattering and noise.
  • Page 76: Dummy Sensor Setting

    7 Function Specifications 7-2-2 Dummy Sensor Setting Overview of functions  Purpose This function provides keeping I/O map, when number of sensor change by customer option, sensing point degrees and so on.  Details of functions E3NW-ECT can be set dummy sensor, so I/O map keep by using dummy sensor setting. Setting method The settings are made using the SDO communication.
  • Page 77 7 Function Specifications  Details of Functions • Normal Mode This mode allows you to assign up to 350 bytes of input data. The assigned input data (except for I/O data) are divided and refreshed in order across more than one cycle.
  • Page 78: Automatic Detection Of Connected Sensor Amplifiers

    7 Function Specifications 7-2-4 Automatic Detection of Connected Sensor Amplifiers Outline of Operation  Application The Sensor Communication Unit and the Distributed Sensor Unit have a feature that automatically registers the number of connected Sensor Amplifiers. It is not necessary to register the number of Sensor Amplifiers with the Configuration Tool or through SDO communications in advance.
  • Page 79: Mounting Dimensions

    7 Function Specifications Mounting Dimensions The mounting dimensions are shown below. E3NW-ECT Communication Connector Communication Connector (IN) (OUT) (36.7) 15.4 32.2 46.6 (49.8) 60.9 64.5 36.7 86.6 93.8 102.5 (35) 105.1 52.7 (4.2) Communication Connector (Accessories) (FK-MCP 1,5/2-STF-3,5 AU) 13.1 (28.6) Power Connector (Accessories) 13.5...
  • Page 80 7 Function Specifications E3NX-FA□0 L/D indicator OUT2 selection indicator DCP indicator ST indicator OUT2 indicator 27.8 OUT1 indicator OUT1 selection indicator Incident level (white, digital) Threshold level (green, digital) 13.8 Mounted to DIN Track 11.5 140 (max. value with cover open) 152°...
  • Page 81 7 Function Specifications E3NC-SA0 ZERO indicator L/D indicator OUT2 selection indicator ST indicator 30.2 27.8 OUT2 indicator OUT1 indicator Measurement value OUT1 selection indicator (white, digital) Threshold level 13.8 (green, digital) 11.5 Mounted to DIN Track 159.7 (max. value with cover open) 152°...
  • Page 82 7 Function Specifications E3NX-CA0 OUT2 selection indicator NO/NC indicator light ST indicator light OUT2 indicator 27.8 OUT1 indicator OUT1 selection indicator Incident level (white, digital) Threshold level (green, digital) 13.8 Mounted to DIN Track 11.5 140 (max. value with cover open) 152°...
  • Page 83 7 Function Specifications E2NC-EA□0 E9NC-AA□0/VA□0/VD□0 7 - 13 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 84 7 Function Specifications 7 - 14 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 85 Troubleshooting and Maintenance This chapter explains actions to be taken at errors, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance. 8-1 Troubleshooting ..........8-2 8-1-1 Errors that Can be Checked with Status Indicator and Actions to Take .
  • Page 86: Troubleshooting

    8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting 8-1-1 Errors that Can be Checked with Status Indicator and Actions to Take Errors can be notified by status indicators on Slave Units. In this section, the states of status indicator are indicated using the following abbreviations. Abbreviation Definition Flickering (ON (50 ms) - OFF (50 ms) flashing)
  • Page 87 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance [L/A IN] [PWR] [RUN] [ERR] [L/A OUT] Description Cause Actions indicator indicator indicator If the error does not clear even after the A hardware failure power is turned ON − Hardware error occurred. again, the Slave Unit hardware is damaged.
  • Page 88 − − established in Check that EtherCAT physical layer Master Unit is operating correctly. If using an OMRON EtherCAT Master Unit, check the The host master EtherCAT Master Unit has not been mode and Slave Unit started. node addresses. If...
  • Page 89 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance [L/A IN] [PWR] [RUN] [ERR] [L/A OUT] Description Cause Actions indicator indicator indicator It is commanded from the EtherCAT Safe- Master Unit to shift − − Operational to the state Safe-Operational state. If the trouble occurred It is commanded during operating the from the EtherCAT...
  • Page 90: Errors Unique To E3Nw-Ect

    8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance [L/A IN] [PWR] [RUN] [ERR] [L/A OUT] Description Actions indicator indicator indicator After checking the following items, restart the Slave Unit according to the specification of connected EtherCAT Master Unit. • Is the communications cable Synchronization error (in −...
  • Page 91: Error Notification Methods And Types

    Error status is received by the Sysmac error detected in the application. These errors TxPDO and the master is notified status are displayed only on the OMRON Sysmac of errors every cycle. Studio Support Software. Notification is provided of application-level Emergency errors.
  • Page 92: Sysmac Error Status Codes

    8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 8-1-4 Sysmac Error Status Codes A table that describes the error event codes that are displayed on the Sysmac Studio is given below. Error List The errors (i.e., events) that can occur in the E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Slave Unit are given on the following pages.
  • Page 93 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Error Description This section describes the information that is given for individual errors.  Controller Error Descriptions The items that are used to describe individual errors (events) are described in the following copy of an error table. Event name Gives the name of the error (event).
  • Page 94 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance  Error Descriptions Event name Sensor Communications Error Event code 04C40000 hex Meaning An error occurred in a Sensor connection. Source EtherCAT Master Function Module Source details Slave Detection Continuously timing Error attributes Level Minor fault Recovery Error reset (after Log category...
  • Page 95 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Event name Non-volatile Memory Checksum Error Event code 14A0 0000 hex Meaning An error occurred in the control parameters. Source EtherCAT Master Function Module Source details Slave Detection When establish- timing ing communica- tions after turning ON power to the slave Error attributes...
  • Page 96 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Event name Number of Sensors Over Limit Event code 247B0000 hex Meaning Too many Sensors are connected. Source EtherCAT Master Function Module Source details Slave Detection Continuously timing Error attributes Level Minor fault Recovery Error reset (after Log category System automatic slave...
  • Page 97 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Event name Number of Sensors Over at Distributed Sensor Unit Event code 247D0000 hex Meaning Too many Sensors are connected at Distributed Sensor Unit. Source EtherCAT Master Function Module Source details Slave Detection Continuously timing Error attributes Level Minor fault Recovery...
  • Page 98 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Event name Non-volatile Memory Hardware Error Event code 04A10000 hex Meaning An error occurred in non-volatile memory. Source EtherCAT Master Function Module Source details Slave Detection When establish- timing ing communica- tions after turning ON power to the slave Error attributes Level...
  • Page 99 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 8-1-5 Emergency Error Code The table below shows types of emergency error codes used in E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor Communication Units and corresponding error contents. Error codes common to E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor Communication Units Notification to Error Diagnosis Name of error Contents...
  • Page 100 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 8-1-6 Application Layer Status Codes The AL status codes that are used by the E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor Communication Units are described in the following table. AL status codes of E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor Communication Units Notification AL status Diagnosis Name of error Contents...
  • Page 101 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Notification AL status Diagnosis Name of error Contents Measures to EtherCAT code history Master Unit Check the The SYNC0 interrupt Synchronization Can be synchronization settings. stopped during operation 002C hex Error saved notified (Encoder Input Slave in Operational state.
  • Page 102: Equipment Maintenance

    8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Equipment Maintenance This section describes routine equipment maintenance, in particular cleaning methods, inspection methods, and handling methods when replacing Slave Units. 8-2-1 Cleaning Perform the following cleaning regularly to ensure the equipment is kept in the best condition possible. •...
  • Page 103: Handling When Replacing Units

    • Check that the new Unit does not have errors after replacement. • If returning malfunctioning devices for repair, attach a detailed description of the malfunction to the device and send the device to the OMRON representative listed at the end of this manual or to your OMRON representative.
  • Page 104 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 8 - 20 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 105 Appendices A-1 Object Dictionary ..........A-2 A-1-1 Object Dictionary Area .
  • Page 106 1000 hex-1FFF hex CoE Communications area servers for designated communications 2000 hex-2FFF hex Manufacturer Specific area 1 Variables defined for all OMRON products Variables defined for E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor 3000 hex-5FFF hex Manufacturer Specific area 2 Communication Units Variables defined for CiA401 generic I/O module...
  • Page 107: A-1-3 Object Description Format

    A Appendices A-1-3 Object Description Format In this manual, objects are described in the following format. Object description format <Index> <Object name> Range: <Setting Range> Unit: <Unit> Default: <Default setting> Attribute: <Data attribute> Size: <Size> Access: <Access> PDO map: <Possible/Not possible> Object description format with Sub-indexes <Index>...
  • Page 108: A-1-4 Communication Objects

    A Appendices A-1-4 Communication Objects 1000 hex Device Type Range: − Unit: − Attribute: − Default: 00010191 hex Size: 4 bytes (U32) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible • Indicates the CoE device profile number. 1001 hex Error Register Range: − Unit: −...
  • Page 109 A Appendices 1011 hex Restore Default Parameters Sub-index 0: Number of entries Range: − Unit: − Attribute: − Default: 01 hex Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Sub-index 1: Restore Default Parameters Range: − Unit: − Default: 00000001 hex Attribute: A Size: 4 bytes (U32)
  • Page 110 A Appendices 10F3 hex Diagnosis History Sub-index 0: Number of entries Range: − Unit: − Attribute: − Default: 0D hex Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Sub-index 1: Maximum Messages Range: − Unit: − Default: 00 hex Attribute: −...
  • Page 111: Pdo Mapping Object

    A Appendices A-1-5 PDO Mapping Object Indexes 1600 hex to 17FF hex are used for Receive PDO mapping, and indexes 1A00 hex to 1BFF hex are used for Transmit PDO mapping. Sub-indexes after Sub-index 1 provide information about the application object being mapped. Indexes Bit length Indexes...
  • Page 112 A Appendices 1B00 hex 257th transmit PDO Mapping Sub-index0: Number of objects Range: - Unit: - Default: 01 hex Attribute: - Size: 1byte(U8) Access: RO PDO Map: Not possible Sub-index1: 1st Input Object to be mapped Range: - Unit: - Default: 61000110 hex Attribute: - Size: 4byte(U32)
  • Page 113 A Appendices 1B05 hex 262nd transmit PDO Mapping Sub-index0: Number of objects Range: - Unit: - Default: 10 hex Attribute: - Size: 1byte(U8) Access: RO PDO Map: Not possible Sub-index1 to 16: 1st to 16th Input Object to be mapped Range: - Unit: - Default: 30201101 hex...
  • Page 114 A Appendices 1B0A hex 267th transmit PDO Mapping Sub-index0: Number of objects Range: - Unit: - Default: 02 hex Attribute: - Size: 1byte(U8) Access: RO PDO Map: Not possible Sub-index1: 1st Input Object to be mapped Range: - Unit: - Default: 30010108 hex Attribute: - Size: 4byte(U32)
  • Page 115 A Appendices 1B4C hex 333rd to 422nd Transmit PDO Mappings 1B4D hex 1B4E hex 1BA5 hex Subindex 0: Number of Objects Range: - Unit: --- Default: 01 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: 1st Input Object to Be Mapped Range: - Unit: ---...
  • Page 116: A-1-6 Sync Manager Communication Object

    A Appendices A-1-6 Sync Manager Communication Object The communication memory of EtherCAT is set by the objects from 1C00 hex to 1C13 hex. 1C00 hex Sync Manager Communication Type Sub-index 0: Number of used SM channels Range: − Unit: − Attribute: −...
  • Page 117 • It indicates the TxPDOs used by this sync manager. * The default settings for Sync Manager 2 PDO Assignment and Sync Manager 3 PDO Assignment are different for OMRON software and software from other companies. The default settings are given in the following table. A - 13...
  • Page 118 A Appendices Default Settings for OMRON Software (When Using the Sysmac Studio) PDO assignments for PDO assignments for Sync Manager 3 Sync Manager 2 Number Number Assigned PDOs Model Assigned assigned PDOs assigned RxPDOs TxPDOs E3NW-ECT 00 hex 0E hex...
  • Page 119: A-1-7 Manufacturer Specific Objects

    A Appendices A-1-7 Manufacturer Specific Objects This section describes the CiA401 generic I/O module device profile that is implemented in the E3NW-ECT Sensor Communication Unit and the objects that are uniquely implemented in the E3NW-ECT Sensor Communication Unit as an EtherCAT slave. ...
  • Page 120 A Appendices 2200 hex Communication Error Setting Range: 00 hex-0F hex Unit: s Default: 01 hex Attribute: C Size: 1byte (U8) Access: RW PDO map: Not possible • Object mounted only in the DC mode. • The number of sequences for detecting communications errors is set with this object. •...
  • Page 121 A Appendices 3000 hex Sensor Communication Status Sub-index0: Range: 08 hex Unit: - Default: 08 hex Attribute: - Size: 1byte(U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Sub-index1: Communication Busy Range: 00 hex-01 hex Unit: - Default: 00 hex Attribute: - Size: 1 bit (BOOL) Access: RO PDO map: possible...
  • Page 122 A Appendices 3002 hex Input Filter for Free Run Mode Sub-index0: Range: 02 hex Unit: - Default: 02 hex Attribute: - Size: 1byte(U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Sub-index1: Input Filter Setting Range: 00 hex-01 hex Unit: - Default: 00 hex Attribute: R Size: 1 bit (BOOL) Access: RW...
  • Page 123 A Appendices 3005 hex Input Delay Time Status Subindex 0: Range: 01 hex Unit: --- Default: 01 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: Input Delay Time Status Range: 00 to 05 hex Unit: --- Default: 00 hex Attribute: ---...
  • Page 124 A Appendices 300C hex TxPDO Mapping Mode Subindex 0: Range: 02 hex Unit: --- Default: 02 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: TxPDO Mapping Mode Setting Range: 00 to 01 hex Unit: --- Default: 00 hex Attribute: A...
  • Page 125 Amplifier Unit numbers between 1 and 30. The indexes for the objects are from 4F00 to 4F7F hex. The following abbreviations are used for the applicable Sensor Amplifier Units. • FA□0: E3NX-FA□0 • LA0: E3NC-LA0 • SA0: E3NC-SA0 • TA0: E9NC-TA0 •...
  • Page 126 A Appendices Index (for Index (for unit multiple Subindex Name Size Access Applicable Sensor Amplifier Units numbers 1 to 30) objects) 2100 hex Error History Clear To communication unit 2002 hex Sysmac Error Status To communication unit Sysmac Error Status Clear To communication unit 2200 hex Communications Error Setting...
  • Page 127 A Appendices Index (for Index (for unit multiple Subindex Name Size Access Applicable Sensor Amplifier Units numbers 1 to 30) objects) 4011 + (N-1) × 80 hex 4F11 hex 1 or 2 DPC Setting FA□0 FAH0 Display Digits AA□0 VA□0 4012 + (N-1) ×...
  • Page 128 A Appendices Index (for Index (for unit multiple Subindex Name Size Access Applicable Sensor Amplifier Units numbers 1 to 30) objects) 4039 + (N-1) × 80 hex 4F39 hex Percentage Tuning Level FA□0 1 or 2 INT32* FAH0 EA□0 AA□0 VA□0 Preset Value* INT32*...
  • Page 129 A Appendices Index (for Index (for unit multiple Subindex Name Size Access Applicable Sensor Amplifier Units numbers 1 to 30) objects) 4067+(N-1)×80 hex 4F67 hex Tuning setting(4) 4068+(N-1)×80 hex 4F68 hex Tuning setting(5) 4069+(N-1)×80 hex 4F69 hex Light projection power (CA0) 4071 + (N-1) ×...
  • Page 130 Access: RO PDO map: Not possible • This object reads the model number of the Sensor with the unit number that is specified by the index. Data Model 0160 hex E3NX-FA□0/FAH0 01D0 hex E3NX-FA10/40* 0260 hex E3NC-LA0 0360 hex E3NC-SA0...
  • Page 131 A Appendices 4002 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Peak Detection Level Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 02 hex Unit: --- Default: 02 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Peak Detection Level IN1 Range: −2,147,483,648 to Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 132 A Appendices 4004 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Threshold 1 Settings Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 02 hex Unit: --- Default: 02 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Threshold 1 Settings IN1 Range: −2,147,483,648 to Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 133 A Appendices 4006 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Sensor Status Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 01 hex Unit: --- Default: 01 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Sensor Status Range: 0000 to FFFF hex Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 134 A Appendices 4008 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Output Mode Setting Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 02 hex Unit: --- Default: 02 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Output Mode Setting IN1 Range: 0000 to FFFF hex Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 135 A Appendices 400A + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Operating Mode Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 02 hex Unit: --- Default: 02 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Operating Mode IN1 Range: 0000 to FFFF hex Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 136 A Appendices 0 × 400D + (N-1) × 80 hex No_01 ... 30 Diffinition Function Response Time Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 02 hex Unit: --- Default: 02 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ...
  • Page 137 A Appendices 4010 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Timer Value 2 Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 02 hex Unit: --- Default: 02 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Timer Value 2 IN1 Range: 00000001 hex to 00018696 hex Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 138 A Appendices 4012 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Display Mode Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 01 hex Unit: --- Default: 01 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Display Mode Range: 00000000 to 0001 FFFF hex Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 139 A Appendices 4014 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Channel Display Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 01 hex Unit: --- Default: 01 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Channel Display Range: 0000 to 0001 hex Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 140 A Appendices 4020 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Hysteresis Width Setting Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 02 hex Unit: --- Default: 02 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Hysteresis Width Setting IN1 Range: 0000 to FFFF hex Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 141 A Appendices • The setting range for the TA0 is 00000000 hex to 05F5E0FF hex. *1 Items with asterisks are supported from E3NW-ECT version 1.03. *2 Items with asterisks are supported from E3NW-ECT version 1.08. You can check the version with object index 100A hex. (Refer to "A-1-4 Communication Objects" on page A-4.) 4023 + (N-1) ×...
  • Page 142 A Appendices 4025 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Alarm Output Level Setting Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 01 hex Unit: --- Default: 01 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Alarm Output Level Setting Range: 0000 to 0064 hex Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 143 A Appendices * Items with asterisks are supported from E3NW-ECT version 1.03. You can check the version with object index 100A hex. (Refer to "A-1-4 Communication Objects" on page A-4.) Data Setting 0000 hex Light emission ON 0001 hex Light emission OFF •...
  • Page 144 A Appendices 4036 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Full-auto Tuning Setup Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 02 hex Unit: --- Default: 02 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Full-auto Tuning Setup IN1 Range: 0000 to 0001 hex Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 145 A Appendices Origin Point Use Setting Data Setting 0000 hex Origin point setting used. 0001 hex Origin point setting not used. 0002 to FFFF hex Not used. Distinction Mode data * When writing, write the 1-byte value in accordance with the table below. * Output 2 cannot be set (the setting will be the same as output 1).
  • Page 146 A Appendices 403B + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Power Tuning Setting, Tolerance Setting High*, and Scaling Setting Low *2 Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 02 hex Unit: --- Default: 02 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ...
  • Page 147 A Appendices 403D + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Power Tuning and Execute fine positioning *2 Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 02 hex Unit: --- Default: 02 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ...
  • Page 148 A Appendices 4042 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Sensor Initialization Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 01 hex Unit: --- Default: 01 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Sensor Initialization Range: 0000 to 0001 hex Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 149 A Appendices 4052 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Background Removal Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 01 hex Unit: --- Default: 01 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Background Removal Range: 0000 to FFFF hex Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 150 A Appendices 4062 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Color Detection Level (BLUE) Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 01 hex Unit: --- Default: 01 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Color Detection Level (BLUE) Range: 0 to 9999 Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 151 A Appendices  To set tuning information to a different amplifier (CA0 only) • If you want to copy tuning information to another amplifier, read the index below in the original amplifier and write the information that is read to the other amplifier. Write all index number items in the table below that apply to the detection method in order.
  • Page 152 A Appendices 4068 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Tuning Setting (5) Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 01 hex Unit: --- Default: 01 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ... 30 Tuning Setting (5) Range: 0000 to FFFF hex Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 153 A Appendices 4072 + (N-1) × 80 No_01 ... 30 Output Mode Selection /Gain switching Subindex 0: Number of Entries Range: 01 hex Unit: --- Default: 01 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: No_01 ...
  • Page 154 A Appendices 4F00 to 4F7F hex Object for Selection of Multiple Units Subindex 0: Number of Entries Unit: --- Attribute: --- Range: Default: Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1: Multi (*2) Range: 0000000000000000 to Unit: --- Default: 0000000000000000 hex Attribute: A...
  • Page 155 A Appendices 6000 hex Read Input 8 Bits Subindex 0: Range: 08 hex Unit: --- Default: 08 hex Attribute: --- Size: 1 byte (U8) Access: RO PDO map: Not possible Subindex 1 to 8: Read Input 01hex to 40 hex Range: 00 hex to FF hex Unit: --- Default: --- hex...
  • Page 156 This section lists the models of Sensor Amplifiers that you can connect to the E3NW-DS. Name Model Features Smart Fiber Amplifiers E3NX-FA□0 These standard fiber amplifiers are easy to use and set up. These laser sensors use a minute spot and yet they provide Smart Laser Amplifier Unit E3NC-LA0 stable detection.
  • Page 157 A Appendices A-2-2 Mounting and Removing Distributed Sensor Units This section describes how to mount and remove the E3NW-DS and individual Amplifiers to the DIN Track. Refer to "7-3 Mounting Dimensions" on page 7-9 for dimensions of each Distributed Sensor Units. Mounting Method Use the following procedure to mount the Units.
  • Page 158 A Appendices Do not perform steps 1 and 2 in the reverse order. This may reduce the mounting strength. Perform step 1 Do not perform step 2 and then step 2. before step 1. After you finish these steps, make sure the E3NW-DS is securely in place. Removing Units Use the following procedure to remove the Units.
  • Page 159 A Appendices A-2-3 DS-Bus Network Wiring This section describes how to install the DS-Bus network. Installation Precautions This section give basic precautions for installing a DS-Bus network.  Network Installation Precautions • When installing the DS-Bus network, implement sufficient safety measures and install according to all applicable standards.
  • Page 160 A Appendices  Recommended Parts Part Manufacturer Model Communications Cable Bando Densen Co., Ltd. ESVC 0.5X2C black Connecting Communications Cables and Connectors  E3NW-series Sensor Communication Unit Connect a communications cable to the DS-Bus communications connector on the Sensor Communication Unit. Also, clamp on a ferrite core (enclosed) on the communications cable.
  • Page 161 A Appendices  E3NW-DS Sensor Distributed Sensor Units Connect the D+ and D− lines and the shield wire in the communications cable to the power supply/communications connector on the Distributed Sensor Unit. Also, clamp on a ferrite core (enclosed) on the communications cable. In connections between Distributed Sensor Units, connect the shield wire in the communications cable to the −V terminal on only one of the Distributed Sensor Units.
  • Page 162 Between output and AC power supply and between output and frame Isolation ground We recommend using an OMRON S8JX Power Supply to supply Unit power. Precautions for Correct Use • To calculate the output current of the Unit power supply, the current consumption of the Unit power supply must include the total current consumption of the E3NW-DS and the current consumptions of the Sensor Amplifier Units that are used.
  • Page 163 H0.5/16 orange Weidmüller 900599) We recommend the following screwdriver to remove ferrules. Model number Manufacturer XW4Z-00C OMRON Corporation A-2-5 General Specifications of the Distributed Sensor Unit Item Specification Unit power supply voltage 24 VDC (20.4 to 26.4 VDC) Power and current 2 W max.
  • Page 164 A Appendices Item Specification Ambient operating 0 to 55 °C temperature Ambient operating 25% to 85% (with no condensation or icing) humidity Ambient operating No corrosive gases atmosphere −30 to 70 °C (with no condensation or icing) Storage temperature Storage humidity 25% to 85% (with no condensation or icing) Installation method 35-mm DIN track mounting...
  • Page 165 A Appendices Unit Address Setting Switch This switch sets the node address that the E3NW-DS will use on the DS-Bus network between Units. The setting range is from 1 to 8. (Default setting: 1) If you are going to connect more than one Distributed Sensor Unit to the Sensor Communication Unit, set the node address for each Distributed Sensor Unit to consecutive numbers starting from 1.
  • Page 166 A Appendices Connection with the Sensor Communications Unit As shown in the following diagram, turn ON the DS-Bus termination switch only on the last Distributed Sensor Unit on the DS-Bus network. Turn it OFF on all other Distributed Sensor Units. Sensor Communication Unit Distributed Sensor Unit 1 •...
  • Page 167 A Appendices Communications and Power Supply Connectors Connect the power supply cable from the Unit power supply and the DS-Bus communications cable to this connector. +V terminal Name Specification −V terminal Mounting 24 VDC D+ terminal screws 0 VDC D− terminal Communications data signal + Communications data signal −...
  • Page 168 A Appendices A - 64 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 169 B-1 Terminology Use the following list of EtherCAT terms for reference. Abbrevia- Term Description tion Status for indicating information on errors that occur in an application − AL status (application layer status) on a slave. CAN application protocol over A CAN application protocol service implemented on EtherCAT. EtherCAT CiA is the international users' and manufacturers' group that CAN in Automation...
  • Page 170 Abbrevia- Term Description tion Collection of control elements to coordinate access to concurrently sync manager used objects. Transmit PDO TxPDO A process data object sent from an EtherCAT Slave Unit. B - 2 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 171 E3NX-FA function added. E3NX-MA, FAH/E2NC-EA/E9NC-AA, VA added. Corrected mistakes. May 2018 Added the E9NC-VD. Corrected mistakes. February 2019 E3NX-FA and E3NX-MA function added. March 2020 E9NC-TA function added. Corrected mistakes. Revision-1 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
  • Page 172 Revision-2 E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
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