Functions And Structure Of Nb-Series Pts; How Nb-Series Pts Work At Fa Production Sites; Operations Of Nb-Series Pts - Omron NB Series Operation Manual

1 Introduction
1-1 Functions and Structure of NB-Series
PTs
The NB-Series Programmable Terminals (PTs) are sophisticated operator interfaces that can display
information and perform operations as required at FA production sites. This section describes the
functions and operations of the NB-Series PTs for beginning users.
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How NB-Series PTs Work at FA Production Sites

• Monitoring Line Operating Status
The system and device operating status can be displayed in real time. Graphics can be used to
improve visual expressions to display data in an easy-to-understand format.
• Instructing FA Staff
PTs can be used to notify system operators if there is a system or device error and provides
information on appropriate countermeasures.
• Controlling Panel Switches
NB-Series PTs allow the users to create various kinds of switches on the displayed screen. The input
can be transferred to the host by clicking the switches.
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Operations of NB-Series PTs

Transferring Screen Data
The screen data displayed on NB-Series PTs is created by using NB-Designer in the PC. Screen
data is transferred to the PT by connecting the PT and the PC using the RS-232C or USB port.
Displaying Screens
The data to be displayed on the screens is created by using NB-Designer in PC and the data is
transferred to the PT. The required screen can be displayed by a command from the host or by
operating the touch switches.
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Create screen data.
RS-232C OR USB
Computer
(NB-Designer)
Screen data
Only when transferring screen data or using the
NB-Designer, the computer can connect with PT.
The required screens can be displayed by
using commands from the host or touch
switch operations.
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Host