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  • Page 1 series Reference: Additional Functions...
  • Page 2 Record of Revisions Reference numbers are shown at the bottom left corner on the back cover of each manual. Printing Date Reference No. Revised Contents May, 2008 1060NE0 First edition • Additional functions for the version 5.1.0.0 June, 2008 1060NE0a English expressions reviewed September, 2008 1060NE1...
  • Page 3 Record of Updates V-SFT SYSTEM Additional Functions Date of Release Ver. PROG. Ver. 5.0.0.0 1.000 V8 series November, 2007 5.0.1.0 1.010 <Connectable models added> December, 2007 • Multi-link • Multi-link2 • OMRON: E5AR/E5ER • RKC: SR-Mini (MODBUS RTU) • RKC: CB series •...
  • Page 4 V-SFT SYSTEM Additional Functions Date of Release Ver. PROG. Ver. 5.0.7.0 1.060 <Connectable models added> March, 2008 • Allen-Bradley: SLC500 • Allen-Bradley: MicroLogix • Siemens: S7-300/400 (Ethernet) • KEYENCE: KV-3000/5000 • KEYENCE: KV-3000/5000 (Ethernet TCP/IP) • Automationdirect: Direct LOGIC (K-Sequence) •...
  • Page 5 V-SFT SYSTEM Additional Functions Date of Release Ver. PROG. Ver. 5.1.1.0 1.120 <Edit models added> June, 2008 • V810C/V808C series • TELLUS3 <Connectable models added> • Fuji Electric: HFR-C9K • Fuji Electric: WE1MA series (MODBUS RTU) • Yokogawa Electric: FA-M3/FA-M3R (Ethernet TCP/IP) •...
  • Page 6 V-SFT SYSTEM Additional Functions Date of Release Ver. PROG. Ver. 5.3.0.0 1.300 <Connectable models added> October, 2008 • Yamatake: AHC2001, AHC2001+DCP31/32 • GE-FANUC: 90 series (SNP-X) • BECKOFF: ADS protocol <New functions> • Additional alarm function • Network camera of AXIS •...
  • Page 7 V-SFT SYSTEM Additional Functions Date of Release Ver. PROG. Ver. 5.3.3.0 1.320 <Edit models added > December, 2008 • V808CH (hand-held type) <Connectable models added> • MODBUS TCP/IP Sub Station • Yamatake: SDC10 • Yamatake: SDC20 • Yamatake: SDC21 • Yamatake: SDC30/31 •...
  • Page 8 V-SFT SYSTEM Additional Functions Date of Release Ver. PROG. Ver. 5.4.4.0 1.440 <Connectable models added> May, 2009 • MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC: FX3U series (Ethernet) • UNIPULSE: F720A • UNIPULSE: F800 • EMERSON: EC10/EC20/EC20H (MODBUS RTU) 5.4.5.0 1.450 <Connectable models added> July, 2009 •...
  • Page 9: Overlap

    V-SFT SYSTEM Additional Functions Date of Release Ver. PROG. Ver. 5.4.10.0 1.520 <Connectable models added> January, 2010 • Yaskawa Electric: MP2000 series • Yaskawa Electric: MP2000 series (UDP/IP) • LS: GLOFA CNET • LS: GLOFA GM series CPU • Allen-Bradley: PLC-5 •...
  • Page 10: Switch

    V-SFT SYSTEM Additional Functions Date of Release Ver. PROG. Ver. 5.4.14.0 1.570 <Connectable models added> July, 2010 • MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC: QnU series (built-in Ethernet) • MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC: L series link • MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC: L series (built-in Ethernet) • Hitachi: HIDIC-S10/4α •...
  • Page 11: Lamp

    V-SFT SYSTEM Additional Functions Date of Release Ver. PROG. Ver. 5.4.15.0 1.610 <Connectable models added> October, 2010 • OMRON: SYSMAC CS1/CJ1 DNA • OMRON: SYSMAC CS1/CJ1 DNA (Ethernet) • Siemens: S7-1200 (Ethernet ISOTCP) • CIMON: BP series • CIMON: CP series •...
  • Page 12: Data Display

    V-SFT SYSTEM Additional Functions Date of Release Ver. PROG. Ver. 5.4.18.0 1.670 <Connectable models added> April, 2011 • SHARP: JW300 series • SHARP: JW series (Ethernet) • SHARP: JW311/312/321/322 (Ethernet) • SHARP: JW331/332/341/342/352/362 (Ethernet) • KOYO ELECTRONICS: SU/SG • KOYO ELECTRONICS: SR-T (K protocol) •...
  • Page 13 Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the configuration software (V-SFT-5) for the MONITOUCH V series. For clear understanding of the software and efficient configuration for the MONITOUCH, carefully read this manual and other manuals provided together with the MONITOUCH. Notes: 1.
  • Page 14 About Manuals This manual describes the functions of the MONITOUCH V8 series in detail. The following manuals are available for the MONITOUCH V8 series: Manual Name Reference No. Contents V8 Series Reference: Additional 1060NEx The functions that are added from the V-SFT Functions (this manual) version 5.1.0.0 to the MONITOUCH V8 series are...
  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    V Series Functions The V8 series is equipped with the following functions. Depending on the V series model, some functions may not be available. Please note the availability of each function. For more information, refer to the related chapter. Functions Described in the V8 Series Reference Manual V8 Series Reference Manual V8 Series Chap.
  • Page 16 V8 Series Reference Manual V8 Series Chap. Contents V815iX V812iS V812S V810iC V810C V808iCH V808CH V806iT V806T V810iS V810S V808iC V808C V806iC V806C V810iT V810T V806iM V806M V808iS V808S − − − − − − − − − Multimedia × ×...
  • Page 17 Functions Described in the V8 Series Reference: Additional Functions (this manual) V8 Series V8 Series Reference: Additional Functions Chap. Contents V815iX V812iS V812S V810iC V810C V808iCH V808CH V806iT V806T V810iS V810S V808iC V808C V806iC V806C V810iT V810T V806iM V806M V808iS V808S Global overlap Switch...
  • Page 18 V8 Series V8 Series Reference: Additional Functions Chap. Contents V815iX V812iS V812S V810iC V810C V808iCH V808CH V806iT V806T V810iS V810S V808iC V808C V806iC V806C V810iT V810T V806iM V806M V808iS V808S Macros Tag editing Jump to the target screen Memory batch change Selection order batch change Image file 3D part...
  • Page 19 Notes on Safe Usage of MONITOUCH In this manual, you will find various notes categorized under the following levels with the signal words “DANGER”, and “CAUTION”. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or DANGER serious injury.
  • Page 20 CAUTION • Check the appearance of MONITOUCH when it is unpacked. Do not use the unit if any damage or deformation is found. Failure to do so may lead to fire, damage, or malfunction. • For use in a facility or for a system related to nuclear energy, aerospace, medical, traffic equipment, or mobile installations, please consult your local distributor.
  • Page 21 [General Notes] • Never bundle control cables and input/output cables with high-voltage and large-current carrying cables such as power supply cables. Keep these cables at least 200 mm away from high-voltage and large-current carrying cables. Otherwise, malfunction may occur due to noise. •...
  • Page 22: Entry Mode

    Contents Preface ........................1-1 About Manuals .........................1-3 V Series Functions ......................1-5 System Settings Edit Model Selection V806 Series ........................ 1-1 V806 Series Specifications ....................1-1 Portrait Orientation ......................1-2 V8C Series........................1-3 V8C Series Specifications....................1-3 Display Function Compatible with EL-type MONITOUCH ..........1-4 V815iX ........................
  • Page 23: Graph

    Data Display Offset Value Designation Memory Overview........................5-1 Applicable Items ......................5-2 Setting Items....................... 5-2 Update Timing ......................5-3 Limitations ........................5-3 Attribute Specification Memory Overview........................5-4 Applicable Items ......................5-4 Setting Items....................... 5-5 Update Timing ......................5-8 Limitations ........................5-8 Parts with Entry Function Data Display Overview........................
  • Page 24: Trend

    [Main] Tab Window ......................7-14 [Style] Tab Window ......................7-15 [Coordinates] Tab Window.....................7-16 Limitations......................... 7-17 Trend Graph Real Numbers Applicable Items ......................8-1 Limitations........................8-1 Trend Sampling Graph Show/Hide Function Overview........................8-2 Applicable Items ......................8-2 Setting Items....................... 8-2 Setting Procedure ....................... 8-3 Limitations........................
  • Page 25 Applicable Printer Models..................12-1 Setting ........................12-2 Configuration of Expanded Data Sheet Screen............12-4 Printable Items....................... 12-5 Print Execution ......................12-6 Command from Read Area.................... 12-6 With the Macro Command ..................... 12-6 System Memory......................12-7 Limitations ........................ 12-7 Fonts 13.1 Font Setting Differences among Fonts ..................
  • Page 26: Sampling

    14.2 Storing Message Data Overview......................... 14-14 Setting Procedure ....................14-14 “MSG” Folder ......................14-16 Notes ........................14-16 14.3 Addition of Titles to a CSV File (Sampling Data) Overview......................... 14-17 Applicable Items ..................... 14-17 Setting Procedure ....................14-18 “SAMPLE” Folder....................14-19 Notes ........................
  • Page 27 Notes ........................16-21 Notes on FTP Server System Design................16-21 Notes on File Transfer ....................16-21 Ethernet 17.1 E-mail Overview........................17-1 Authentication Methods ....................17-1 Setting ........................17-1 Location for Setting......................17-1 Setting Items........................17-2 System Memory ($s1006) ..................17-3 17.2 Two Ethernet Ports Overview........................
  • Page 28 18.5 Limitations Remote Desktop Window Display 19.1 Overview Overview........................19-1 Operating Environment..................... 19-3 Available V8 Models.......................19-3 Server (Computer) ......................19-3 Setting Items......................19-3 Server (Computer) Setting .....................19-3 V8 Setting........................19-3 V-SFT Setting.........................19-3 19.2 Server (Computer) Setting UltraVNC Installation and Setting ................19-4 19.3 V8 Setting Registering/Unregistering the License..............
  • Page 29 Method 2: Setting at the Main Menu Screen on MONITOUCH ........20-10 MES Setting......................20-12 Location for Setting...................... 20-12 Setting Items........................ 20-13 Macro........................20-19 MES Macro Command List..................20-19 Notes ........................... 20-19 MES CHECK (F1, F2, F3) ................... 20-20 MES WRITE (F1, F2, F3) .................... 20-21 MES READ (F1, F2, F3)....................
  • Page 30 Display Selection Setting Screen .................21-22 Log Data Change ......................21-23 System Memory...................... 21-24 Security Function Overview........................22-1 Screen Security Levels ....................22-1 Item Security Levels.......................22-2 Login/Logout ........................22-4 Security Setting......................22-6 Location for Setting ......................22-6 Setting Items ........................22-7 Security Level Selection ................... 22-8 [Screen Setting] Dialog ....................22-8 Setting to Show/Hide Items....................22-9 [Interlock] in the [Switch] Dialog ...................22-10...
  • Page 31: Memory Batch Change

    To Check the Status of Use:..................24-20 To Search for the Position Where the Tag is Used: ............ 24-21 24.5 “Tag” Variable Capacity Capacity of Variable Area..................24-22 Checking the Capacity of “Tag” Variable..............24-23 Edit Tool 25.1 Jump to the Target Screen Overview........................
  • Page 32: Usb Keyboard

    USB Connection 26.1 Applicable Models 26.2 Notes on USB Connection Limitations on Connection Devices................26-2 Device Combinations .....................26-3 Notes on Use of USB Hubs ..................26-3 26.3 USB Barcode Reader Overview........................26-4 Operation Verified Readers ..................26-4 Connection........................ 26-4 Setting Procedure ..................... 26-5 26.4 USB Keyboard Overview........................
  • Page 33 COM Port Setting for PLC ..................27-10 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC “GX Developer/Gx Works2” ..........27-10 OMRON “CX-Programmer” ..................27-10 Panasonic “FPWIN GR” ....................27-10 Yokogawa Electric “Wide Field2”................. 27-10 Fuji Electric “SX-Programmer Expert (D300win)” ............27-11 Notes ........................27-11 Appendix 1 System Memory Addition to System Memory..................App1-1 Appendix 2 Error Additional Errors ....................
  • Page 34: System Settings

    Edit Model Selection System Settings Edit Model Selection V806 Series The “V806 series”, 5.7-inch QVGA type, has been added to the MONITOUCH V8 series. Model Edit Model Size Color Option Unit Touch Switch i Series Portrait V806iT 64K-Color w/o blinking...
  • Page 35: Graphic

    Edit Model Selection Portrait Orientation The V806 series can be installed in portrait orientation. Be sure that the power supply faces upward. In this position, the function switches on the V806 are in a lower position. Front View Rear View V-SFT When the box for [ Portrait] is checked in the [Edit Model Selection] dialog, V-SFT editing that suits a...
  • Page 36 Edit Model Selection V8C Series The “V8C series” has been added to the MONITOUCH V8 series. Memory Model Edit Model Size Color Touch Switch i Series Expansion V810iC Checked Analog switch V810C Matrix switch 64K-Color w/o blinking V810C Unchecked 640 * 480...
  • Page 37 Edit Model Selection Display Function Compatible with EL-type MONITOUCH • When the EL-type MONITOUCH “GD-80E” or “V609E” (production discontinued) is substituted, “V808CD” is recommended as an alternative. • The vertical resolution of V808CD is 80 dots greater than the EL-type MONITOUCH. With this function, the screen data is automatically displayed in the vertical center on V808CD.
  • Page 38 Edit Model Selection Screen data conversion procedure (GD-80E/V609E → V808C) This section describes the procedure to convert the screen data of the GD-80E into data for the V808C. 1. Click [File] → [Open]. The [Open] dialog is displayed. 2. Select “*.80” for [Files of type]. Then select the screen data of GD-80E and click [Open]. 3.
  • Page 39 Edit Model Selection 4. The [Unit Setting] dialog is displayed. To display this dialog after the setting is finished, click [System Setting] → [Unit Setting] → [GD-80E/V609E Compatible]. Checked: GD-80E/V609E The screen data is displayed in the center of the V8 screen with top and Compatible bottom margins of 40 dots, respectively.
  • Page 40 Edit Model Selection * For pattern data, there are some colors that cannot be converted. In such a case, the dialog shown below is displayed. 5. Click [OK] after setting.
  • Page 41 Edit Model Selection V815iX The model V815X has been added to the MONITOUCH V8 series. Memory Model Edit Model Size Color Touch Switch Expansion 64K-color w/o blinking V815iX V815X 1024 * 768 None Analog switch 32K-color * The screen data of the V8 series cannot be saved into an earlier version (for example, V7 or V6 series).
  • Page 42 Edit Model Selection V808CH The model V808CH has been added to the MONITOUCH V8 series. Memory Model Edit Model Size Color Touch Switch i Series Expansion 64K-color w/o blinking V808iCH Checked V808CH 640 * 480 32K-color None Analog switch V808CH...
  • Page 43: General Settings

    General Settings General Settings Options Added to [General Settings] Tab Window The options described below have been added. For description of the other options, refer to the V8 Series Reference Manual. Allow to use For more information, refer to “6.3 Numerical Data Entry (Numeral Insert/DELETE keys when Insertion/DELETE Keys Enabled)”.
  • Page 44: Recipe Mode

    General Settings Backup the recipe file This option determines the action to take when an error occurs in writing to a CSV file in the recipe mode. • Unchecked (default): No backup file is created. • Checked: When recipe data has been written successfully, a backup file “XXX.BAK”...
  • Page 45 General Settings Scale the upper/lower limit This option determines the range of values associated with alarm of the alarm for num. issue for numerical data display. display Example: Numerical data display to be colored blue for a value 101 or above Numerical data : D100 display memory...
  • Page 46 Global Overlap Global Overlap Overview With the earlier version of V-SFT, the multi-overlap display must be set on multiple screens to made it appear on any screen when the screen display is changed over. With the version of 5.4.17.0 or later, once the global overlap display is set, the overlap display remains displayed even when the screen is changed.
  • Page 47 Global Overlap [Global Overlap Setting] Dialog Click [System Setting] → [Global Overlap Setting], and check [ Use Overlap]. The global overlap ID number is fixed to “3”. The global overlap display works as overlap ID No. 3. [Main] Tab Window...
  • Page 48 Global Overlap Designate Internal: (Internal, External) An overlap display can be shown or hidden by pressing a switch placed on the screen or using a macro command. Method Details See: → Show Switch Function: Multi-Overlap Display page → Hide Function: Overlap Display (OFF) →...
  • Page 49 Global Overlap Coordinate This is valid only when [External] is selected for [Designate]. Designation A memory address of [Info Output Memory] “n + 2” or “n + 3” is automatically allocated. Checked: Specify the coordinate position where the overlap display is shown from the memory.
  • Page 50 Global Overlap Showing/Hiding Global Overlap Display Internal Command Switch The global overlap display can be shown or hidden by using a switch. Show Hide Function Description Multi-Overlap Display Select to show the global overlap display. [Overlap ID]: 3 (cannot be changed) [Overlap Library No.]: Specify the desired number.
  • Page 51 Global Overlap External Command Read area The global overlap display can be shown or hidden by setting the read area. 1. Specify the overlap library number for [Overlap Library No.]. 2. Set bit 3 of read area “n + 1” in the [Read/Write Area] tab window that is displayed by selecting [System Setting] →...
  • Page 52 Global Overlap Function Related to Global Overlap Display (Entry Mode) The global overlap setting is added to the command memory and information output memory in the entry mode. Command Memory [Input Item Select: Internal] 15 14 13 12 11 10 09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00 2.
  • Page 53 Global Overlap [Input Item Selection: External] 15 14 13 12 11 10 09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00 2. Entry area designation 1. Order INC designation (0 to 255) 3. Entry target data selection 0: Data display 1: Table data display 4.
  • Page 54 Global Overlap 2. Entry area The currently selected entry area number is written. The content is shown below: Bit No. Type Data Display Data Block Base Data block area No. 0 Overlap ID 0 Data block area No. 1 Overlap ID 1 Data block area No.
  • Page 55 Global Overlap Limitations Size Limitations There is a limit to the size of the overlap display that can be shown on one screen. Set the size of overlap displays (normal, call-, multi-overlap display (of the maximum size when showing several multi-overlap displays) and global overlap display) so that the combined size does not exceed the maximum overlap size shown here.
  • Page 56: Others

    Global Overlap Display Limitations • When the global overlap display has been hidden by the internal command (switch or macro command) after it was brought up by the external command, bit 3 of the external command must be set (0 → 1) to display the global overlap display again. It is recommended that you use the external command to hide the overlap display once it has been shown by the external command.
  • Page 57 Global Overlap Please use this page freely. 2-12...
  • Page 58: Switch

    Multi-function Switch Multi-function Overview In regards to a switch placed on a screen, which is provided with the [Write] or [Word Operation] function, you may also enable the switch to work as a screen change switch. To accomplish the screen change function of the switch in a conventional manner, the macro command SET_SCRN must be used as the switch ON (or OFF) macro.
  • Page 59 Buzzer Buzzer Overview In a conventional manner, the setting for the buzzer sound of MONITOUCH, as well as for the switch buzzer sound, is comprehensively made in the [Unit Setting] dialog. A new function is now available to set a buzzer sound on a switch-by-switch basis. It is also possible to produce a continuous sound while a switch is held down.
  • Page 60: Word Lamp

    Lamp Lamp Overview • A maximum of 128 patterns (pattern 0 to 127) can be registered for one lamp part (including the one in the switch part). • The lamp display can be changed by bit ON/OFF operation or pattern number designation. Usage Example Register 128 patterns for the lamp part in advance.
  • Page 61 Lamp Bit lamp Lamp part: Lamp memory: M0 (allocated consecutively from M0 for the number of patterns) Number of patterns: 128 M000-015 M000-015 M4 is set to “ON”. M016-031 M016-031 M112-127 M112-127 <Status Monitor Screen> <Status Monitor Screen> Operation Pressure Stop Drop When “OFF”...
  • Page 62 Lamp Setting Procedure Applicable Items • Lamp part or switch part Setting Procedure The procedure for setting a lamp part with word designation is explained. Step 1 Click on the lamp part placed on the screen to display the item dialog. Select [Word] for [Memory Designation], and [BCD] or [DEC] for [Input Type].
  • Page 63 Lamp In the [Text] tab window, register the text for each pattern. * If you cannot select a tab window other than [0], select [REP] for [Draw Mode] in the [Style] tab window. The necessary settings have been completed. * When bit designation is used for the lamp part, the dialog shown below is displayed. For the setting procedure, refer to the procedure for word designation mentioned above.
  • Page 64: Data Display

    Data Display Data Display Offset Value Designation Memory Overview Once you have placed a numerical data display part on the screen, you can monitor the value at the PLC memory address assigned to the part and also write data to the memory address. When using additional memory addresses, however, you need to add parts for the memory addresses or register them with another screen.
  • Page 65 Data Display Applicable Items • Numerical data display: [Function: No Function/Entry Target/Digital Switch], [Alarm: Max./Min.] • Character display: [Function: No Function/Entry Target/Password Input] Setting Items In the [Main] tab window in the [Num. Display] dialog, check [ Offset Value Designation Memory]. Example: Numerical data display * For other settings, refer to the V8 Series Reference Manual.
  • Page 66 Data Display Update Timing The offset value designation memory is read in every cycle, irrespective of the item processing cycle. When to update the screen depends on the setting made at [Redraw the screen] ([ Screen Setting] → [Screen Setting] → [Show/Hide Item]). •...
  • Page 67 Data Display Attribute Specification Memory Overview The macro command CHG_DATA was previously required to change any numerical data display attributes during the RUN mode of MONITOUCH. Meanwhile for character display, no attribute change macro command was provided. However, the attribute specification memory explained in this section helps change those attributes (the number of digits, decimal point, display type, text color, the number of bytes, or background color) easily for numerical data and character displays while MONITOUCH is in the RUN mode.
  • Page 68 Data Display Setting Items In the [Detail] tab window in the [Num. Display] or [Char. Display] dialog, check [ Attribute Specification Memory]. [Num. Display] dialog [Char. Display] dialog * The attributes checked in these dialogs will be displayed according to the values specified at the attribute specification memory addresses.
  • Page 69 Data Display Digits Set a memory address used to specify the number of digits of the numerical data display. When the numerical data display includes decimal places, the number of digits specified at this address must include the number of decimal places.
  • Page 70 Data Display Text Color Set a memory address used to specify the text color. 31.5 Foreground color Bits 0 to 6: Color Bit 7: Blinking (0: No, 1: Yes) Foreground color 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 0 - 127 colors Blinking 0: No 1: Yes...
  • Page 71 Data Display Background Color Set a memory address used to specify the text background color. 31.5 Background color Bits 0 to 6: Color Bit 7: Blinking (0: No, 1: Yes) Background color 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 0 - 127 colors Blinking 0: No 1: Yes...
  • Page 72 Data Display Parts with Entry Function Data Display Overview • A keypad call switch can automatically be set to numerical data display or character data display parts. Entry Screen Entry Screen 1564 1564 1653 1653 Pressing on a numerical data display part brings up a keypad equipped with entry keys. •...
  • Page 73 Data Display Setting Procedure Setting Position • Numerical data display part or character data display part *[Function: Entry Target] must be selected. Setting Procedure The procedure is explained with an example of a numerical data display part. Step 1 Select [Entry Target] for [Function] of the numerical data display part placed on the screen. The [ With Entry Key] check box appears underneath.
  • Page 74 Data Display Step 3 Set up the multi-overlap settings for showing the keypad. Overlap ID Specify the overlap ID to be used for showing the keypad. Overlap Library No. Specify the overlap library number of the keypad. Press the [Register] button , select the desired keypad, and register it in the overlap library.
  • Page 75: Data Display With Entry

    Data Display Notes on canceling the data display with entry function Once the setup has been completed, if you uncheck the box for [ With Entry Key] of a numerical data display or character display part, or if a function other than [Entry Target] is selected for [Function], the confirmation dialog shown below will be displayed.
  • Page 76: Other Notes

    Data Display Other Notes Checking the Data Display with Entry Function When checking whether the “data display with entry function” has been set on the screen, use the [Item List] view. [Item List] view This indicates a data display part with a pop-up keypad.
  • Page 77 Slider Switch Slider Switch Overview • The slider switch is useful to change the setting values on the screen. • A maximum of 1024 parts* (192 parts* for the V806 series) can be placed on one screen. * Including switches and scroll bars <SV Setting Screen>...
  • Page 78 Slider Switch Setting Procedure Select [Parts] → [Slider Switch] to place a slider switch part on the screen. (Alternatively you can place it by selecting [Slider Switch] on the [Parts List] window that is displayed by selecting [Parts] → [Parts List].) Setting Dialog [Main] tab window Memory...
  • Page 79 Slider Switch Define detent steps When this check box is checked, the number of divisions for the rail is by the size of the automatically defined according to the size and scale value of the rail. item. No. of Divisions Specify the number of divisions of the rail.
  • Page 80 Numerical Data Entry (Numeral Insertion/DELETE Keys Enabled) Numerical Data Entry (Numeral Insertion/DELETE Keys Enabled) Overview To change numerical data already entered through the keypad, you need to type over the data, or delete every numeral with the backspace key and then type in new data. With the numeral insertion/DELETE key function discussed in this section, you can use the arrow keys “←”...
  • Page 81 Numerical Data Entry (Numeral Insertion/DELETE Keys Enabled) • The fractional part A numeral insertion is made to the left of the cursor. When numerals exist at all places, entering a new numeral deletes the rightmost numeral of the fractional part. Additionally, entering a numeral at the rightmost place of the fractional part overwrites the current numeral.
  • Page 82 Numerical Data Entry (Numeral Insertion/DELETE Keys Enabled) The backspace key deletes the numeral to the left of the cursor. • The whole number part Example: Deletion of “5” from “1526” 1526 Press the BackSpace DELETE DELETE key. BackSpace BackSpace “5” is deleted. CLEAR CLEAR The display shows “126”.
  • Page 83 Numerical Data Entry (Numeral Insertion/DELETE Keys Enabled) Keypad The keys of the keypad work as described below. Key Function Action Remarks Character Input 0 to 9, A to F, +, -, . 2-byte valid In a condition immediately after a selection with the cursor, pressing any of these key clears the existing data and enters the data of the key you pressed.
  • Page 84 Real Numbers Graph Real Numbers Data of real numbers (float) can be read and shown in graphs. Applicable Items • Bar graph • Pie graph • Closed area graph • Panel meter Example: Bar graph * The [DEC-/BCD] for [Input Type] depends on the setting for [Code] in the [Communication Setting] tab window ([System Setting] →...
  • Page 85: Alarm Function

    Panel Meter (Extended) Panel Meter (Extended) Overview Extended Alarm Function [Alarm 2] is added on the [Alarm] tab window. On the [Alarm 2] field, you can set a maximum of 16 alarm ranges and their respective colors. Note that the color of the indicator does not change according to the alarm condition. Example: [No.
  • Page 86 Panel Meter (Extended) Applicable Items • Panel meter Available V8 Models Model V815iX / V812(i)S V810(i)C / Contents Color V806(i)T V810(i)S / V808(i)C V806(i)M V806(i)C V810(i)TV808(i)S V808(i)CH Alarm 2 Extended indicator Scale Display colors, Extended colors Numerical data display * Not available on the portrait-orientated V806.
  • Page 87 Panel Meter (Extended) Extended Alarm Function Set the color and the number of divisions for [Alarm 2] in the [Alarm] tab window in the [Panel Meter] dialog. Alarm 1 For more information, refer to the V8 Series Reference Manual. Alarm 2 Set the number of divisions and their respective alarm colors.
  • Page 88 Panel Meter (Extended) Extended Indicator/Scale Function In the [Style] tab window in the [Panel Meter] dialog, the graph shape and the color and length of the indicator can be specified as desired. In the [Scale] tab window, settings related to the scale, such as show/hide, scale properties, scale direction, etc., can be made.
  • Page 89 Panel Meter (Extended) Complete Round Check this box to make a complete round graph area. Circle Unchecked (sector) Checked (complete round circle) Graph area Start Set the start angle. Example: [Start Angle: 180], Angle [End Angle: 0] Start Angle This setting is active only End Angle Angle when [...
  • Page 90 Panel Meter (Extended) Indicator Setting Check this box to change the indicator part. A desired bitmap file can be (Extension) used. Start Point Select a shape of the top and end of the indicator. Start Point Point Length End point Length Specify the length of the indicator in dots.
  • Page 91 Panel Meter (Extended) Scale Direction Select the position of the scale; inside or outside of the outer circle. Inside / Outside Inside Outside Color Set the scale color. Radius Set the scale radius. Scale Scale radius...
  • Page 92 Panel Meter (Extended) Major scale Set the number of divisions and length of the major scale. No. of 1 - 255 Example: [No. of Division] = “8” Divisions Major scale Length 1 - 16 (When [ Minor scale] is checked, the length can be set in increments of “2”.) Minor scale...
  • Page 93 Panel Meter (Extended) Customizing the Indicator and Scale A desired bitmap file can be used for the part design (background, indicator and scale). [Style], [Scale] Background / Indicator Scale Backgr ound Indicator Red mark “×”: base point Customize Choose a bitmap file in the desired folder. (background) The selected bitmap file is stored in “.\V-SFT-5\Parts\User”.
  • Page 94 Panel Meter (Extended) Procedure This section explains the procedure for importing a bitmap image into the panel meter. Background of the Scale Indicator panel meter Black (code 0000) in the bitmap image automatically becomes transparent on MONITOUCH. scale_A.bmp back_A.bmp pin_A.bmp Step 1 Place a panel meter on the screen.
  • Page 95 Panel Meter (Extended) Step 2 Import a background image of the panel meter. Select [Customize] in the [Style] tab window in the [Panel Meter] dialog and check [ Custom Bitmap]. Press the [Open] button and select a bitmap file. (Example: back_A.bmp) Background of the panel meter Step 3...
  • Page 96 Panel Meter (Extended) Step 5 Move the indicator part downward by specifying values for [Base Point X] and [Base Point Y] in the [Style] tab window. It can be enlarged or reduced by specifying values for [Width] and [Height]. Panel meter center point Indicator base point X, Y * The indicator rotates around the panel meter center point.
  • Page 97 Panel Meter (Extended) Numerical Data Display Make settings in the [Num. Display] tab window in the [Panel Meter] dialog. The numerical data display is used to show a measurement value in numerical form on the panel meter. Numerical data display [Main] Tab Window Digits Decimal Point...
  • Page 98 Panel Meter (Extended) [Style] Tab Window Color Property Enlarge Point Rotation + Direction Set a color and text size for the numeric data display. For more information, refer to the V8 Series Reference Manual. Spacing Character Size Windows Font Font Display Language Customize Check this box when using a desired bitmap file for the design of the...
  • Page 99 Panel Meter (Extended) [Coordinates] Tab Window Red mark “×”: base point Panel Meter Center Point The coordinate values of the panel meter center point are displayed. Base Point X Specify the X and Y coordinate values of the base point on the Base Point Y numerical data display.
  • Page 100 Panel Meter (Extended) Limitations • The maximum sizes of the panel meter are shown below: MONITOUCH Model Max. Size of Panel Meter (unit: dots) V815iX Height 768, width 512 V812(i)S / V810(i)S / V808(i)S Height 600, width 400 V810(i)T Height 480, width 320 Height ×...
  • Page 101 Panel Meter (Extended) Please use this page freely. 7-18...
  • Page 102 Real Numbers Trend Graph Real Numbers Data of real numbers (float) can be read and shown in trend graphs. Applicable Items • Trend graph • Trend sampling • Data sampling Trend graph/trend sampling * The [DEC-/BCD] for [Input Type] for trend graph, or trend sampling, depends on the setting for [Code] in the [Communication Setting] tab window ([System Setting] →...
  • Page 103 Trend Sampling Graph Show/Hide Function Trend Sampling Graph Show/Hide Function Overview It is possible to arbitrarily show or hide trend sampling graph lines registered with a screen. Showing or hiding graph lines can be easily changed as necessary, depending on the operating conditions. Trend sampling screen Trend sampling screen Temperature A...
  • Page 104 Trend Sampling Graph Show/Hide Function Setting Procedure In this section, a graph that shows four lines (Nos. 0 - 3) is used and how to show only two of them (graph Nos. 0 and 1) with the PLC memory address D10000 is explained. 1.
  • Page 105 Trend Sampling Graph Show/Hide Function Limitations • If memory designation has been selected for [Scale Max.] and [Scale Min.] of reference lines and for [Graph Max. Value] and [Graph Min. Value] of graph lines, and also if changes are made to the values at the designated addresses, graph redrawing does not occur even at the time of setting or resetting the bits in the control memory.
  • Page 106 Parameter Addition Function Alarm Function The alarm function in the V8 series is provided with new features: parameter addition and alarm acknowledgement. Parameter Addition Function Overview In the event of an alarm, the data associated with its occurrence can be displayed together with the alarm message.
  • Page 107 Parameter Addition Function Applicable Items • Alarm tracking • Time order alarming • Alarm logging Setting Items • Alarm tracking Time order alarming Alarm logging → Refer to the Reference Manual. • Buffering area → page 9-3 • Message edit → page 9-7 This chapter describes the settings for the additional alarm function in conjunction with the use of alarm tracking.
  • Page 108 Parameter Addition Function Buffering Area Setting 1. Select [System Setting] → [Buffering Area Setting] → [Others]. Record Parameters Check this box when using parameters. Word Count This field shows the number of words used for parameters.* * For the determination of the size of the primary storage, refer to “Buffer size calculation for the use of parameters and the alarm acknowledge function”...
  • Page 109 Parameter Addition Function 3. Open the [Discrete memory/CSV format] tab window. Sliding the scroll bar to the right allows you to view the [Parameter] column. Parameter Select either option for each message. Double-clicking the box (Yes/None) under [Parameter] calls up the [Parameter Table] dialog. 4.
  • Page 110 Parameter Addition Function Display Type Numerical Data: This option is for the display of data at the memory address. Text: This option is for the display of the text set at the memory address. Message No.: This option is for the display of a message according to a designated message number (absolute address) that is already registered.
  • Page 111 Parameter Addition Function 5. When the settings have been completed in the [Parameter Table] dialog, click [OK] to close it.
  • Page 112 Parameter Addition Function Message Edit 1. Double-click the area enclosed in the red box as shown below. 2. The [Message Edit] window is displayed.
  • Page 113 Parameter Addition Function 3. According to the parameter numbers registered in the [Parameter Table] dialog, specify those numbers in the [Message Edit] window. %PxS Specify a parameter No. 0 to 7 as registered in the [Parameter Table] dialog. Go to the [Parameter Table] dialog to see the registered parameter numbers. Double-click Parameter numbers...
  • Page 114 Parameter Addition Function Limitations • When the parameter settings have been made with Windows fonts, parameter symbols (%PxS) are shown as they are in the alarm messages to be displayed. • For parameter Nos. 0 to 8 specified in the [Parameter Table] dialog, the maximum allowable number of words is 128 (automatically calculated*).
  • Page 115 Acknowledge Function Acknowledge Function Overview In the event of an alarm, the data associated with its occurrence, such as when the alarm was caused and reset, can be displayed together with the alarm message. Through the use of the acknowledge switch, when the alarm was acknowledged can also be displayed.
  • Page 116 Acknowledge Function Applicable Items • Alarm tracking Setting Items • Alarm tracking → page 9-11 • Buffering area → page 9-14 • Message edit → Refer to the Reference Manual. • Acknowledge switch → page 9-15 Alarm Tracking 1. Go to the [Alarm Tracking] dialog and open the [Main] tab window. Acknowledge function Check this box when using the acknowledge function.
  • Page 117 Acknowledge Function 3. Go to [History Display] and select an option of time information that will be shown with alarm messages. History Display Select an option for time information you wish to display with alarm messages. When the [ Acknowledge function] is checked, the options [Occurrence/Confirmation Time] and [Occurrence/Cancellation/Confirmation Time] become additionally selectable.
  • Page 118 Acknowledge Function 4. Open the [Style] tab window. Color Setting Four colors can be set to display alarm messages, depending on (Unacknowledged the status. Occurring/ Unacknowledged After Unacknowledged Occurring Reset/ Select a color used to display an occurring alarm, for which the Acknowledge Occurring/ acknowledge switch is not pressed yet.
  • Page 119 Acknowledge Function Buffering Area Setting 1. Select [System Setting] → [Buffering Area Setting] → [Others]. Alarm Acknowledge Check this box when using the alarm acknowledge function. function 2. Check the box for [ Alarm Acknowledge function]. 9-14...
  • Page 120 Acknowledge Function Acknowledge Switch 1. Follow the steps below to place an acknowledge switch. 2. Open the [Main] tab window in the [Switch] dialog. Function Description Acknowledge Alarm acknowledged times can be displayed in the alarm tracking area. Selective Acknowledge: For a selected alarm message, this switch is used to acknowledge the message and to show the acknowledged time.
  • Page 121 Acknowledge Function Example When the acknowledge function is used, message and time display can have the following four conditions: As an example, the following colors are selected for the message and time display. A: An alarm is occurring but the acknowledge switch is not pressed yet: black B: An alarm is reset but the acknowledge switch is not pressed yet: green C: An alarm is occurring and the acknowledge switch is pressed:...
  • Page 122 Acknowledge Function Buffer size calculation for the use of parameters and the alarm acknowledge function The size of the primary storage can be calculated with the equations below. A: Number of parameter words, B: Number of sampling times, C: Number of sampling words Type Sampling Equation for capacity calculation...
  • Page 123 Acknowledge Function Please use this page freely. 9-18...
  • Page 124: Rgb Display

    RGB Display (touch switch emulation) 10 RGB Display (touch switch emulation) Overview With the earlier version of V-SFT, when screen data is displayed on the V8i series by using the RGB display function with two computers connected, the touch switch emulation function is available only with the one computer connected to “5CH”.
  • Page 125 RGB Display (touch switch emulation) Operating Environment Applicable models MONITOUCH Model Port Color Option Unit V815iX/V812iS MJ1/MJ2 32k or more colors GU-11 V810iS/V810iT/V808iS * For more information on adjustment of the RGB display position, refer to the V8 Series Reference Manual provided separately. Computer Applicable OS Microsoft Windows 98/95/NT4.0/2000/Me/2000/XP...
  • Page 126 RGB Display (touch switch emulation) V-SFT Setting 1. Select [System Setting] → [Device Connection Setting] and select [Touch Switch]. 2. Check the boxes for [ Use Touch Switch] and [ 2 Port]. Both MJ1 and MJ2 must be used. If either port is used for other purpose, this setting is not available. 3.
  • Page 127 RGB Display (touch switch emulation) Please use this page freely. 10-4...
  • Page 128: Scroll

    Scroll Bar Scroll Bar Overview • You can bring portions of messages or JPEG data that lie off screen into view by using a scroll bar. • A maximum of 1024 parts* (192 parts* for the V806 series) can be placed on one screen. * Including switches and slide switches SYSTEM SYSTEM...
  • Page 129 Scroll Bar Applicable Items Item Scroll direction JPEG display Vertical and horizontal Bit order alarming and alarm sub-display Vertical and horizontal Message mode Vertical and horizontal Trend sampling Vertical or horizontal* Alarm logging Horizontal Time order alarming Horizontal Alarm tracking Horizontal Memory card mode Vertical and horizontal...
  • Page 130 Scroll Bar * A part can also be placed by selecting [JPEG Display] in the drop-down list and dragging each item onto the screen. Setting Dialog [Main] tab window Direction Select a sliding direction. (UP, DW, RGT, LFT) [Style] tab window Edit Parts Select the part whose (Rail + Slide, Rail,...
  • Page 131 Scroll Bar [Detail] tab window Set the same ID numbers. Process Cycle Set a cycle for the PLC to read the PLC data while it is communicating with (High Speed, Low the V8 series. For more information, refer to “Appendix 5 Process Cycle” in Speed, Refresh) the V8 Series Reference Manual.
  • Page 132 12 Data Sheet Print (Expanded) Overview The parts that are usable on data sheet screens are limited to data display parts (for numerical data and characters) and graphic parts (text, lines, and boxes). Layouts of parts are also limited on data sheet screens because parts are not freely changeable in size and require being placed along the grids.
  • Page 133 Setting Click [System Setting] → [Device Connection Setting] → [Printer]. Make the following settings in the [Printer] tab window. • Type: PictBridge • [ Use Extension Data Sheet] checked [Data Sheet Setting] dialog (2) * You may go to the [Data Sheet Setting] dialog in another way by clicking [Registration Item] →...
  • Page 134 When a print command is issued, [0 → 1] is output at the start of data Always Output transmission and [1 → 0] is output at the end of transmission. Status Bit However, if the print data is minimal, the signal may not be output. Check this box when you want to output the bit regardless of the data size.
  • Page 135: Expanded Data Sheet

    Configuration of Expanded Data Sheet Screen When creating a data sheet screen, click [Registration Item] → [Data Sheet]. A maximum of 1,024 screens can be registered. [Paper Size: A4 Landscape] Printable items * Background in white only 12-4...
  • Page 136 Printable Items The following items can be printed. Frame Type Line Line Type Circle Arrow Type Paint Color/Background Text Line Color/Frame Color Character Color Paint Scale Pattern/Library Statistic Bar Graph Calendar Statistic Pie Graph Message Display Time Display Panel Meter Text Display Pie Graph Numerical Data...
  • Page 137 Print Execution Data sheet screens can be printed through the V8 series in the following two manners. Command from Read Area Bit 9 of read area “n + 1” is the data sheet output bit. Data sheet is printed at [0 → 1] edge. Printing procedure 1.
  • Page 138 System Memory The status of the connection between the V8 series and the PictBridge printer is output to the internal memory address $s1066. Value Description Cause and Remedy The PictBridge printer is not connected, or it is in the normal state.
  • Page 139 • The print start position and print size cannot be changed. Margins to be left will slightly vary among different printer models. • How to correct printer errors depends on the printer models. For more information, refer to the instruction manual for the printer. 12-8...
  • Page 140 13.1 Font Setting 13 Fonts 13.1 Font Setting Select [System Setting] → [Font Setting]. The [Font Setting] dialog is displayed. In the [Font Setting] dialog, set the number of languages to be displayed and the font to be used on the MONITOUCH.
  • Page 141 13.1 Font Setting Differences among Fonts Bitmap font ([Japanese 32], [Japanese], [English/Western Europe], etc. are included.) The font data in the 16 × 16 dots or 32 × 32 dots (two-byte characters) are scaled according to the X/Y enlargement factors and displayed on the screen. This font type occupies less memory but is not suitable if a smoother-line typeface is required.
  • Page 142 13.1 Font Setting Font Setting Procedure Follow the steps below: Select [System Setting] → [Font Setting]. Step 1 The [Font Setting] dialog is displayed. Step 2 Choose the font type for [Font]. Choose [Bitmap font] here. 13-3...
  • Page 143 13.1 Font Setting Step 3 “English/Western Europe” is displayed for “Language 1”. (If the editor is started for the first time, “Japanese 32” is displayed.) Step 4 To change to another language, double-click on [Language 1: English/Western Europe], or click on [Language 1: English/Western Europe] and then click the [Setting] button. Double-click Click here and then click [Setting].
  • Page 144 13.1 Font Setting Step 5 The dialog shown below is displayed. Select the desired font from the drop-down list and click [OK]. Choose [Chinese (Simplified)] here. Step 6 When the font has been selected, click [OK]. 13-5...
  • Page 145 13.1 Font Setting Multiple Language Selection If you increase the value for [Interface Language], you can set as many fonts as the value set. As many languages as the value set for [Interface Language] are displayed. Double-click the language name, or click the language name and press the [Setting] button. A dialog is displayed.
  • Page 146: Applicable Models

    13.2 Stroke Fonts 13.2 Stroke Fonts Overview • “Stroke fonts” are different from “English/Western Europe” or “Chinese (Simplified)” conventionally available and represent the typeface with smoother lines. * Note that, however, one-byte characters of 8 to 20 points may look rigid compared with those of greater point sizes.
  • Page 147 13.2 Stroke Fonts Stroke Font Types The font types used on the MONITOUCH for each language are shown below. Font Language Characters Japanese stroke Japanese, English JIS X 0201 JIS X 0208 NEC special characters IBM extensions NEC selection of IBM extensions English/Western English, Icelandic, Irish, Italian, CP1252 code...
  • Page 148 13.2 Stroke Fonts Font Display on MONITOUCH This section explains the procedure of checking the font on the Main Menu screen. The font name is displayed in the position shown below on the Main Menu screen. Font setting of screen data SYSTEM Font names The following font names are displayed on the Main Menu screen:...
  • Page 149 13.2 Stroke Fonts Font Setting Select [System Setting] → [Font Setting]. Step 1 The [Font Setting] dialog is displayed. Step 2 Choose [Stroke font] for [Font]. 13-10...
  • Page 150 13.2 Stroke Fonts Step 3 “Japanese stroke” is displayed for “Language 1”. Step 4 To change to a stroke font of another language, double-click on [Language 1: Japanese stroke], or click on [Language 1: Japanese stroke] and then click the [Setting] button. Double-click Click here and then click [Setting].
  • Page 151 13.2 Stroke Fonts Step 5 The dialog shown below is displayed. Select the desired stroke font from the drop-down list and click [OK]. Step 6 When the font has been selected, click [OK]. * If you change from a non-stoke font to a stroke font, the message shown below will be displayed.
  • Page 152 13.2 Stroke Fonts Multi-language Screen Font Select [System Setting] → [Font Setting] → [Font], and increase the value for [Interface Language]. As many fonts as this value can be set for the languages to be used. As many languages as the value set for [Interface Language] are displayed.
  • Page 153: Cf Card.

    13.2 Stroke Fonts Transfer Font Setting Set the font to be transferred to the MONITOUCH. If you select the necessary fonts, the interface language can be switched without using the CF card. The more fonts selected for transfer, the less the capacity for screen data becomes available.
  • Page 154 13.2 Stroke Fonts Font Size Specify the font size in points. Correspondence between character sizes and points is shown below: Points Remarks One-byte 6 × 11 dots, two-byte 11 × 11 dots One-byte 6 × 12 dots, two-byte 12 × 12 dots One-byte 7 ×...
  • Page 155 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function Multi-language Batch Change Overview Properties of items placed on multi-language screens are readily changeable in a batch. This method of batch change can be implemented on a language-by-language basis for languages 1 to 16 used on multi-language screens.
  • Page 156 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function Step 2 Batch change in this example targets the properties of the switches on screen Nos. 1 and 2. Go to the [Range Setting] area in the dialog, check [Select], and press the [Detail] button. In the [Range Setting] dialog to be displayed, check [Screen] and specify screen Nos.
  • Page 157 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function Step 5 Review the settings made in the previous steps, and click [OK]. The following dialog is displayed. When you are sure about the message, click [Yes]. Changing the properties is complete. 13-18...
  • Page 158 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function Multi-language Batch Copy Overview On multi-language screens in languages other than language 1, characters on the keypad or item numbers may be the same as those placed on the screen in language 1. Even so, you typically needed to enter or copy each of those characters or numbers one by one for placing them on screens in different languages.
  • Page 159 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function Setting Procedure The section explains the procedures for batch copy, taking the following case for an example. In this example, the text and the characters on the switches placed on a screen in language 1 are copied to another screen in language 2.
  • Page 160 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function Step 4 Batch copy in this example targets all properties. Go to the [Setting on Changes] area and check [ All]. Step 5 Review the settings made in the previous steps, and click [OK]. The following dialog is displayed. When you are sure about the message, click [Yes].
  • Page 161 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function Multi-language Editing Function Multi-language Switching Tool Interface languages from language 1 to language 16 can be switched easily using this tool. Language 1: Japanese Language 1: English/Western Europe Language 2: Language 2: Chinese English/Western Europe (Simplified) Language 3: Chinese (Simplified) Language 3: Japanese 32 Setting Procedure...
  • Page 162 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function Step 2 To change language 1 to [Chinese (Simplified)], select [Language 2] (= Chinese (Simplified)) in the drop-down list for [Language 1]. Step 3 To change language 2 to [Japanese], select [Language 3] (= Japanese) in the drop-down list for [Language 2].
  • Page 163 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function Step 4 To change language 3 to [English/Western Europe], select [Language 1] (= English/Western Europe) in the drop-down list for [Language 3]. Step 5 Check the settings, and click [OK]. The dialog shown below is displayed. If the settings are correct, click [Yes].
  • Page 164 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function Unicode Text Supported for Export / Import • When exporting or importing text from multi-language screens, conventionally only “.csv” files are supported. With V-SFT version 5.1.0.0, Unicode text (*.txt) is also supported. • Since Unicode text can be edited on Excel, translation or editing can be made while showing two languages side by side using that program.
  • Page 165 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function Step 2 Click the [Export] button (or [Import] button). The [Save As] dialog (or [Open] dialog) is displayed. “*.txt” is selected for [Save as type]. * If you do not want to save into a Unicode text file but a .csv file, select “*.csv” for [Save as type].
  • Page 166 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function Unicode Text Editing Procedure Exported Unicode text files can be edited on Excel. When editing, follow the steps below: Step 1 Start Excel. Step 2 Select the Unicode text file you have exported, and drag and drop the file on Excel. Drag and drop Test_2.txt Step 3...
  • Page 167 13.3 Multi-language Editing Function Step 4 Edit the text as desired. (In the example below, Chinese (simplified) is input). To save the file, select [File] → [Save As]. Step 5 The [Save As] dialog is displayed. Step 6 Select “Unicode Text (*.txt)” for [Save as type] and save the file under the same filename. 13-28...
  • Page 168 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased 14 CF Card 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased Overview • When the data of the following items included in the screen data file is saved on a CF card, the memory space of the MONITOUCH can be used sparingly. •...
  • Page 169 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased Step 2 Check the box for [ Range of Screen to be Saved to CF Card]. Specify the start screen number and the end screen number to be saved on a CF card. * Screens must be selected in consecutive numbers. Step 3 Click [OK].
  • Page 170 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased Step 3 Specify the drive where the CF card is inserted and click [OK]. The CF Card Manager will start. Click [File] → [Write to CF Card]. Step 4 The [Write to CF Card] dialog is displayed. Step 5 If the screen data is being edited, check the box for [ Write Data Being Edited].
  • Page 171 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased Step 7 When completing the setting, click [OK]. The files shown are saved in the “SCRN” folder under the access folder on the CF card. CF card (Access folder) DAT0000 BITMAP CARD FONT HDCOPY JPEG MEMO RECIPE...
  • Page 172 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased To Return Screen BIN Data to the Computer To return screen BIN data in the “SCRN” folder to the original data file, the following files are required. DAT0000 BITMAP CARD xxxxxxx.V8 DSP0000.BIN FONT The “DSP0000.BIN” file in the “DSP” folder HDCOPY and the files in the [SCRN] folder are combined into the original data file.
  • Page 173 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased Select [File] → [Put BIN File Back]. Alternatively, right-click and click [Put BIN File Step 5 Back]. Step 6 The dialog shown below is displayed. Specify the location and the file name and click [Save]. Notes •...
  • Page 174 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased Storing Windows Fonts Setting Procedure Store Windows fonts on a CF card as shown below: 1. Editor settings Select [System Setting] → [CF Card Setting]. Step 1 The [CF Card] dialog is displayed. Step 2 Check the box for [ Store Windows Font in CF Card].
  • Page 175 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased 2. Writing data to a CF card This is the same as writing ordinary screen data. Step 1 Start V-SFT. Select [File] → [CF Card Manager]. Step 2 The dialog shown below is displayed. Step 3 Specify the drive where the CF card is inserted and click [OK].
  • Page 176 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased Click [File] → [Write to CF Card]. Step 4 The [Write to CF Card] dialog is displayed. Step 5 If the screen data is being edited, check the box for [ Write Data Being Edited]. If the screen data is not being edited, uncheck the box for [ Write Data Being Edited].
  • Page 177 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased “SCRN” Folder The “SCRN” folder contains the following files: SCHEADER.BIN Header file WFSxxxx.BIN Windows font (graphics) file xxxx = Data No.: 0 to 4095 WFMxxxx.BIN Windows font (message) file xxxx = Data No.: 0 to 4095 Notes •...
  • Page 178 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased Step 2 Check the box for [ Store 3D Parts in CF Card]. Step 3 Click [OK]. 2. Writing data to a CF card This is the same as writing ordinary screen data. Step 1 Start V-SFT.
  • Page 179 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased Step 3 Specify the drive where the CF card is inserted and click [OK]. The CF Card Manager will start. Click [File] → [Write to CF Card]. Step 4 The [Write to CF Card] dialog is displayed. Step 5 If the 3D part is being edited, check the box for [ Write Data Being Edited].
  • Page 180 14.1 Screen Data File Capacity Increased Step 7 When completing the setting, click [OK]. The files shown are saved in the “SCRN” folder under the access folder on the CF card. CF card (Access folder) DAT0000 BITMAP CARD FONT HDCOPY JPEG MEMO RECIPE...
  • Page 181 14.2 Storing Message Data 14.2 Storing Message Data Overview • Message data can be stored on a CF card not as a BIN file but as a TXT file. • If the messages need changing quickly, it may be useful to save the messages in TXT file format on a CF card;...
  • Page 182 14.2 Storing Message Data Step 2 Check the box for [ Range of Messages to be Saved to CF Card] and set the range of messages to be stored. * Message groups must be selected in consecutive numbers. When the setting has been made, click [OK] and save the screen data file. 2.
  • Page 183 14.2 Storing Message Data * TXT files must be created in accordance with the message group numbers specified on the [CF Card Setting] dialog (select [System Setting] → [CF Card Setting]). If the TXT file is not in accordance with the specified group number, it will not be recognized. When creating TXT files, you can either create text data from scratch and give the required filenames correctly or convert the “MSGxxyyy.BIN”...
  • Page 184 14.3 Addition of Titles to a CSV File (Sampling Data) 14.3 Addition of Titles to a CSV File (Sampling Data) Overview When sampling data in the V8 series is saved in a CSV-format file to a CF card, the sampling data in the CSV file shows only the buffering area number in the header line.
  • Page 185 14.3 Addition of Titles to a CSV File (Sampling Data) Setting Procedure 1. Creating a CSV file for titles Create a CSV file for titles. Users are requested to create a CSV file for titles. Name a CSV file for tiles as designated below and store it in the “SAMPLE” folder on a CF card.
  • Page 186 14.3 Addition of Titles to a CSV File (Sampling Data) “SAMPLE” Folder Store the following file in the “SAMPLE” folder. SMHxxxx.CSV CSV file for (sampling data) titles xxxx = 0000 - 0011: Buffering area number Notes • There is no limitation to the number of rows and columns in a CSV file for titles named “SMHxxxx.CSV”.
  • Page 187 14.3 Addition of Titles to a CSV File (Sampling Data) Please use this page freely. 14-20...
  • Page 188 Item Show / Hide Function 15 Item Show / Hide Function Overview • The switch or numerical data display parts registered on the screen can be shown or hidden according to its operating status. The “show/hide” attribute can be set using the activation of a memory address in the PLC, bit/word designation, etc.
  • Page 189 Item Show / Hide Function Applicable Items The “show/hide” attribute can be set for the following items: Switch Lamp Numerical data display Character display Message display Graph Statistic graph Closed area graph Link parts Grouped items (including graphic items) Registration positions Screen, overlap library, screen library, data block Setting Procedure Setting Position...
  • Page 190 Item Show / Hide Function For link parts or grouped items: The dialog will be displayed for a link or grouped item. Make the settings on the [Display Setting] tab window. Setting Items Make the following settings: Show The item is displayed on the MONITOUCH. Hide The item is not displayed on the MONITOUCH.
  • Page 191 Item Show / Hide Function Timing of Drawing (Memory Designation) When [Memory Designation] is selected, the item will be shown or hidden according to the settings in the [Screen Setting] dialog. Screen Setting (Screen) Select [Screen Setting] → [Screen Setting]. The [Screen Setting] dialog is displayed.
  • Page 192 Item Show / Hide Function Settings for screen redrawing When the screen is redrawn, the following operations are also performed at the same time. - Open macro, close macro (screen, multi-overlap library) - Cycle macro (screen) - $T memory zero clear (screen) - Screen interrupt command transfer (PLC type: universal serial) (screen) If you do not want to execute these operations at the time of redrawing, check the boxes as required.
  • Page 193 Item Show / Hide Function Screen Setting (Overlap Library) Select [Screen Setting] → [Screen Setting] in the overlap library ([Registration Item] → [Overlap Library]). The [Screen Setting] dialog for the overlap library is displayed. Determine overlap library operations to be performed at the time of screen redrawing. Blinking during Screen Redrawing When the screen is being redrawn, blinking may occur.
  • Page 194 Item Show / Hide Function How to Check the Settings on the Editor Use either method when checking the “show/hide” attribute of each item on the editor. [Item List] View Click [View] → [View] → [Item List], or click the [Item List] icon. The [Item List] view is displayed. [Item List] view Yellow: Security level...
  • Page 195 Item Show / Hide Function Right-click Menu or [Display Environment] Right-click menu Right-clicking on the screen brings up a right-click menu. Click [Customize] → [Do not display the Hide items]. The items set as [Memory Designation] or [Hide] on the [Display Setting] tab window of the item dialog will disappear from the screen. [Display Environment] Hide Items not displayed] is checked on the [Display Environment] dialog ([View] →...
  • Page 196 Item Show / Hide Function Examples [Memory Designation: Bit Designation] 1. Create data display parts with the following settings: Numerical data display 1234 [Display Setting: Memory Designation] Bit Designation Character display ABCDEFGH PLC Memory: M100 [Display Setting: Memory Designation] Bit Designation PLC Memory: M200 2.
  • Page 197 Item Show / Hide Function [Memory Designation: Word Designation] 1. Create switch parts with the following settings: Switch Switch [Display Setting: Memory [Display Setting: Memory Designation] Designation] Word Designation Word Designation Display Type: DEC+- Display Type: DEC+- Condition 1: 1234 = D100 Condition 1: 9999 = D200 Condition 2: None Condition 2: None...
  • Page 198 Item Show / Hide Function Display Order The display order of the items is the same as that of registration on the screen. For example, if the items are overlaid, they will appear in order of registration on the screen, regardless of the timing of display command memory status change.
  • Page 199 Item Show / Hide Function Please use this page freely. 15-12...
  • Page 200: Ftp Server

    FTP Server 16 FTP Server Overview The V8 series is allowed to work as a FTP server in such a manner that an FTP client tool installed on a computer accesses the V8 series over Ethernet, and writes/reads data to/from the CF card inserted in the V8 series.
  • Page 201: Specifications

    FTP Server Specifications Function Specifications Location for Item Description Setting − Protocol TCP/IP User name 1 to 12 one-byte alphanumeric characters Editor (case-sensitive) Password 1 to 8 one-byte alphanumeric characters Editor (case-sensitive) Port number 20, 21 (Fixed) − No. of clients 3 sets maximum Input supervisory time 1 to 60 minutes (default: 15 min.)
  • Page 202 FTP Server FTP Client Tools (Operation Checked) Tool Applicable OS Command Prompt (included with Windows as standard) Internet Explorer version 6 or 7 (included with Windows as Windows 98/Me/2000/XP standard) FFFTP version 1.96b (freeware) FTP Commands The following commands are enabled as FTP commands. Command Name Function Refer to:...
  • Page 203 FTP Server Setting Select [System Setting] → [Ethernet Communication] → [FTP Server]. The [FTP Server Setting] dialog is displayed. Check [ Use FTP server function]. The items below become active. User Name 1 to 12 one-byte alphanumeric characters (case-sensitive) Password 1 to 8 one-byte alphanumeric characters (case-sensitive) Input Supervisory Period...
  • Page 204 FTP Server Designation of File Location How to designate a file location Maximum number of characters for a path: 255 one-byte characters (including “:”, “\”, and an extension) C: V8 JPEG JP00000.JPG Drive name Access folder name Folder name File name C: DAT0000 RECIPE TEST TYPE0421.CSV Maximum number of characters for a path: 255 one-byte characters (including “:”, “\”, and an extension)
  • Page 205 FTP Server Login This section explains the steps needed to log in and demonstrates how to operate the FTP tools. To begin, prepare your MONITOUCH as instructed below. 1. Transfer the screen data, for which the [FTP Server Setting] is finished, to MONITOUCH (the V8i series).
  • Page 206 FTP Server Step 3 The following message appears. Key in the user name that is the same as specified in the [FTP Server Setting] dialog. Press the Enter key. Step 4 The following message appears. Key in the password that is the same as specified in the [FTP Server Setting] dialog. Press the Enter key.
  • Page 207 FTP Server Causes of login failure: If a wrong IP address is entered, the following message is displayed. If a wrong password is entered, the following message is displayed. If you enter the correct command after the occurrence of an error, the error message remains.
  • Page 208 FTP Server With Explorer (or Internet Explorer) Step 1 Start [Explorer]. Step 2 Enter the FTP command in the [Address] field. Key in “ftp://<user name>:<password>@<MONITOUCH IP address>”. Press the Enter key. * When you use Explorer or Internet Explorer, key in “ftp://<user name>:<password>@<MONITOUCH IP address>”.
  • Page 209 FTP Server Step 3 The computer displays Explorer as the following: Contents of the CF card inserted into the V8 Login has been completed. Step 4 In Explorer, you can view the contents of the CF card inserted into MONITOUCH. 16-10...
  • Page 210 FTP Server Logout This section explains the steps needed to log out and demonstrates how to operate the FTP tools. With the Command Prompt Step 1 When the client logs in to the server, key in “quit” and press the Enter key. Step 2 The following message appears.
  • Page 211 FTP Server With Explorer (or Internet Explorer) To log out, close Explorer. Click the close button to log out. 16-12...
  • Page 212 FTP Server Usage Examples This section provides examples of executing commands in the Command Prompt. Acquisition of File and Folder List “dir” command This command is used to display the list of file and folder information, containing properties, sizes, dates and times of update, and names of files and folders. •...
  • Page 213 FTP Server “ls” command This command is used to display the names of files and folders. 16-14...
  • Page 214 FTP Server Reading from and Writing to a File “get” command (reading) This command is used to read files stored in the CF card in the computer. The file is read into the folder placed in the computer specified in the Command Prompt. To be read into this location “get”...
  • Page 215: Deleting A File

    FTP Server Deleting a File “delete” command Renaming a File/Folder “rename” command Name before the folder is renamed Name after the folder is renamed 16-16...
  • Page 216: Creating A Folder

    FTP Server Creating a Folder “mkdir” command To be stored in the V8 folder To be stored in the RECIPE folder “mkdir” command ↓ Creates a TEST2 folder in the RECIPE folder. 16-17...
  • Page 217: Error Display

    FTP Server Error Display If accessing the FTP server ends in error, the FTP client displays the error message. Example 1: In the case of attempting to read a file that does not exist Example 2: In the case of attempting to write to a write-protected file 16-18...
  • Page 218 FTP Server Connection Check System Memory ($s) The following describes the system memory associated with the FTP server. Address Description Remarks $s1070 Storage of FTP information FTP client 0: Command not executed System reserved (setting “0”) ← V 1: Command being execute FTP client 0: Logoff 1: Login...
  • Page 219 FTP Server Disconnection Automatic disconnection If no command is sent from the FTP client within the time specified for [Input Supervisory Period] in the [FTP Server Setting] dialog (click [System Setting] → [Ethernet Communication] → [FTP Server]), the V8 automatically disconnects the connection with the client. Manual disconnection from V8 By resetting (OFF to ON) bit 0 of $s1072 on the V8, the connection with the FTP client is disconnected forcibly.
  • Page 220 FTP Server Notes Notes on FTP Server System Design 1. In a case where an FTP client writes a recipe file to the CF card inserted in the V8, the recipe file from the FTP client and the recipe in operation in the V8 must be in the same format. In a case where a recipe file is written to a remote location, be sure in advance that writing is enabled in the target location.
  • Page 221 FTP Server Please use this page freely. 16-22...
  • Page 222 17.1 E-mail 17 Ethernet Some functions are added to the Ethernet communication executed on the V8 series. 17.1 E-mail Overview Authentication method setting is additionally made available an e-mail feature from the V8 series. This addition ensures greater security in e-mailing. Authentication Methods Authentication Method Type in Editor...
  • Page 223 17.1 E-mail Setting Items Certify Type The following two methods are supported. POP before SMTP Authentication is performed with the POP3 server. The settings below must be made. • POP3 IP address • Account name (within 63 one-byte characters) • Password (within 63 one-byte characters) SMTP Authentication Authentication is performed with the SMTP server.
  • Page 224 17.1 E-mail • CRAM-MD5 With CRAM-MD5, the server sends an arbitrary character string (a challenge string) to the client. The client then performs a specific computing process called MD5 (Message Digest V5) by using the challenge string and the password, and returns the result to the server. The server that receives the result also performs the same process.
  • Page 225 17.2 Two Ethernet Ports 17.2 Two Ethernet Ports Overview • On the V8i series (equipped with a built-in LAN port), both the built-in LAN port and an Ethernet unit are usable at the same. They can serve as two different physical ports. Computer (V-Server) Ethernet...
  • Page 226 17.2 Two Ethernet Ports Usage Example With only one port V8i is allowed to perform Ethernet communication with PLCs of different manufacturers (PLC for unit A and PLC for unit B) on a LAN (IP address: 192.168.1.xxx) inside the factory. SYSTEM Factory Built-in LAN port...
  • Page 227 17.2 Two Ethernet Ports Setting Procedure IP Address Setting Two IP addresses must be set for the built-in LAN port and the Ethernet unit. Click [System Setting] → [Ethernet Communication] → [Local Port IP Address]. The [IP Address Setting] dialog is displayed. For the built-in LAN port Set the items in the [IP Address Setting] tab window for the built-in LAN port.
  • Page 228 17.2 Two Ethernet Ports Network Table In a case where MONITOUCHs are connected as illustrated below, they may communicate with one another using macro commands EREAD and EWRITE (and SEND to send data to the host computer). Communication in this style requires the registration of the IP addresses of the MONITOUCHs (or the host computer) used as the access targets, in addition to the registration of the local port address.
  • Page 229 17.2 Two Ethernet Ports Even when different networks exist, register their respective data including IP addresses in network table editing. 172.16.200.105 172.16.200.106 172.16.200.107 SYSTEM SYSTEM SYSTEM No. 1 No. 2 No. 3 Ethernet Ethernet unit No. 0 172.16.200.100 SYSTEM Built-in LAN port No.
  • Page 230 17.2 Two Ethernet Ports When [Built-in LAN] is displayed in the [Ethernet Information] section on the Main Menu screen, the section shows the information on the built-in LAN port. Pressing the [Built-in LAN] switch switches it to [Extended LAN]. The section then shows the information on the LAN port for the Ethernet unit.
  • Page 231 17.2 Two Ethernet Ports When you set the address for the built-in LAN port, show [Built-in LAN]. Pressing the [Built-in LAN] switch switches it to [Extended LAN]. 17-10...
  • Page 232 17.2 Two Ethernet Ports System Memory ($s) The following describes the system memory associated with two Ethernet ports. Address Description Remarks $s512 Selection from two Ethernet ports (0: built-in LAN port, other than 0: Ethernet unit) New ! (Blank) Macro: Wait request (0: no, 1: yes) Result of macro execution when the above request is made (Blank) (Blank)
  • Page 233 17.2 Two Ethernet Ports Please use this page freely. 17-12...
  • Page 234 Network Camera 18 Network Camera 18.1 Overview • Viewing images taken with a network camera is possible via Ethernet. Example: Monitoring the conditions in the factory Factory A Factory B Ethernet SYSTEM SYSTEM Screen No. 0 Screen No. 1 • Network cameras can be redirected easily from remote locations.* SYSTEM Ethernet * Network camera settings are required for the use of an Axis network camera.
  • Page 235 Network Camera Operating Environment Available V8 Models MONITOUCH Model Port Color V815iX/V812iS V810iS/V810iT/V810iC Built-in LAN 32k or more colors V808iS/V808iC/V808iCH V806iT/V806iC Network Camera Specifications Item Description Type MOTION-JPEG only Protocol HTTP protocol communication (TCP/IP) Applicable Models • Axis models • Panasonic models: BB series, BL series Setting Items V-SFT Setting •...
  • Page 236 Network Camera 18.2 V-SFT Setting [Network Camera Display] Setting Select [Parts] → [Multimedia] → [Network Camera Display]. An image display part is placed on the screen. (Alternatively you can go to [Parts] → [Parts List], and select [Network Camera Display].) 18-3...
  • Page 237 Network Camera [Network Camera Display] Dialog [Main] Tab Window Maker AXIS, Panasonic Network Camera Specify the IP address of the network camera. : IP address Network Camera This item is associated with Panasonic models only. : Port No. Specify the port number of the network camera. (1 - 65535) Use basic In the case where the use of basic authentication is selected for the...
  • Page 238 Network Camera *1 For how to register the IP address in network camera settings, refer to the instruction in the network camera user’s manual. Maker Model Remarks (example) Axis 214PTZ Use Axis’s dedicated tool when changing the default. (Default: 192.168.0.90) Panasonic BB-HCM580 Use the CD-ROM accompanying the network camera when...
  • Page 239 Network Camera Switches Category Function Description Network Step Left Turns the camera to the left. camera Step Right Turns the camera to the right. image Step Up Turns the camera upward. Step Down Turns the camera downward. Zoom In Zooms in on an image. Zoom Out Zooms out on an image.
  • Page 240 Network Camera 18.3 Axis Network Camera (Example: Axis 214PTZ) Access from the Computer 1. Start up Microsoft Internet Explorer on your computer. 2. Enter the IP address of the network camera in the address field. http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx IP address of the network camera 3.
  • Page 241 Network Camera 5. The [Live view] window is displayed. 18-8...
  • Page 242 Network Camera Network Camera Setting IP Address Check and Change 1. Open the [Setup] window. If basic authentication is not in use, pressing the [Setup] button calls up the dialog as shown in step 3 in “Access from the Computer” page 18-7. Enter the user name and the password as already registered.
  • Page 243 Network Camera HTTP Setting 1. Open the [Setup] window. If basic authentication is not in use, pressing the [Setup] button calls up the dialog as shown in step 3 in “Access from the Computer” page 18-7. Enter the user name and the password as already registered.
  • Page 244 Network Camera Basic Authentication Setting Basic authentication is provided to permit or prohibit access from anonymous users. The use of basic authentication prohibits access from anonymous users. 1. Open the [Setup] window. If basic authentication is not in use, pressing the [Setup] button calls up the dialog as shown in step 3 in “Access from the Computer”...
  • Page 245 Network Camera User Name and Password Check and Registration 1. Open the [Setup] window. If basic authentication is not in use, pressing the [Setup] button calls up the dialog as shown in step 3 in “Access from the Computer” page 18-7. Enter the user name and the password as already registered.
  • Page 246 Network Camera Camera Lens Operation from the V8 Series You can manipulate the camera lens by using the switches from the V8 series. • With basic authentication Open the [User Setup] window* and check [ Enable PTZ control]. * For how to reach the [User Setup] window, refer to “User Name and Password Check and Registration”...
  • Page 247 Network Camera 18.4 Panasonic Network Camera (Example: BB-HCM580) Access from the Computer You can access from your computer to a network camera via the CD-ROM included with the network camera or via web browser. * Choose the method using the CD-ROM when setting a factory-shipped network camera first.
  • Page 248 Network Camera 4. When the target network camera is found, its information, such as the MAC address and IP address, is displayed in the [Easy Setup] dialog. Click [Access Camera].* * If the IP address of the network camera does not exist in the network group of the computer, click the [Network Settings] button.
  • Page 249 Network Camera 6. The authentication dialog is displayed. Enter the administrator-level user name and the password and click [OK]. When [Permit access from guest users] is checked on the [Administrator] page, the [Top] tab window is displayed. Click the [Login] tab. For more information, refer to “Authentication Setting”...
  • Page 250 Network Camera Web Browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer) 1. Start up Microsoft Internet Explorer on your computer. 2. Enter the IP address and the port number of the network camera in the address field. * When the factory-set port No. 80 is used, the entry of the port number may be omitted. : Port number/ http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx Network camera IP address...
  • Page 251 Network Camera 4. The [Top] tab window is displayed. (This tab window is displayed when login authentication is performed with the administrator-level user name and password. In the case of login by a general or guest user, the tab window to be displayed slightly varies in menu.) 18-18...
  • Page 252 Network Camera Network Camera Setting IP Address Check and Change * Login with the administrator-level user name and password is required to proceed to the following tab window setting. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. Check that [Network (IPv4)] is selected in the [Basic] menu at the left of the screen. Go to the [Connection Mode] area and click [Static].
  • Page 253 Network Camera With the CD-ROM accompanying the network camera, reviewing and changing the IP address is possible through the [Network Settings] button placed in the [Easy Setup] window. 18-20...
  • Page 254 Network Camera Authentication Setting Authentication setting is made to permit or prohibit access from anonymous users. This setting enables you to deny access from anonymous users. * Login with the administrator-level user name and password is required to proceed to the following tab window setting.
  • Page 255 Network Camera General User Registration and Change When anyone other than the administrator should gain access to the network camera, general user registration is required. * Login with the administrator-level user name and password is required to proceed to the following tab window setting.
  • Page 256 Network Camera Changes to the guest user settings The explanation hereafter is associated with a case where [Permit access from guest users] is checked in the [General Authentication] area. When someone gains access to the network camera without the user name and the password, the features of the camera made available are limited according to the settings in the following tab window.
  • Page 257 Network Camera User Name and Password Check and Registration When a password has already been registered, the [Password] field is blanked out. Be careful in password management. If you forget the password, a password newly registered is usable for authentication. In a case where [ Do not permit access from guest users] is checked in the [General Authentication] area, the user name and the password registered for the administrator or a general user in the network...
  • Page 258 Network Camera For general users 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. Go to the [Account] menu at the left of the screen. Click [General User]. 3. Select the target user name from the [User ID List]. 4. Click [Modify]. 5. Review the settings in the [Input User Name and Password] area. 6.
  • Page 259 Network Camera Image Display Setting * Login with the administrator-level user name and password is required to proceed to the following tab window setting. 1. Click the [Setup] tab. 2. Go to the [Advanced] menu at the left of the screen. Click [Image Display]. 3.
  • Page 260 Network Camera 18.5 Limitations • A single layer (such as a screen or an overlap) cannot contain multiple image display parts for network cameras. If multiple display parts are placed, the part initially placed becomes active. • In a case where an overlap provided with network camera display is called up while a network camera image is already being displayed on the screen, the display on the overlap takes a higher priority.
  • Page 261 Network Camera Please use this page freely. 18-28...
  • Page 262 Remote Desktop 19 Remote Desktop Window Display 19.1 Overview Overview • The remote desktop window display function enables you to view remote computer screens on your V8 series. This function serves the purpose of remote monitoring through the V8 series connected to, for instance, a server (computer) that controls the entire production line or computers that are installed in a clean room where access is limited.
  • Page 263 Remote Desktop • It is also possible to operate the screens of remote computers from the V8 series while you are using a mouse and a keyboard connected to the V8 unit. You can easily enter data or read manuals through the V8 unit even if you are at the worksite where it is difficult to bring a computer with you.
  • Page 264 Remote Desktop Operating Environment Available V8 Models Touch Switch MONITOUCH Model Port Color Applicable Version Specifications V-SFT V815iX/V812iS Version 5.4.1.0 or later V810iS/V810iT/V810iC 32k or more Built-in LAN Analog V808iS/V808iC/V808iCH colors SYSTEM PROG. V806iT/V806iC Version 1.410 or later * If your software is an earlier version, perform a system update. You can download the V-SFT update program from the Hakko Electronics website.
  • Page 265 Remote Desktop 19.2 Server (Computer) Setting UltraVNC Installation and Setting This section describes the settings necessary for remote desktop window display, using the UltraVNC as an example. 1. Download the UltraVNC from the website below. Visit the website at the following address. Item Description Location to access...
  • Page 266 Remote Desktop 5. Select an option for [Save in:] and click the [Save] button. 6. The above step completes the download. When proceeding to installation, click the [Run] button and go to step 7. 7. Click the [Run] button. 8. Select the language to be used for setup. 19-5...
  • Page 267 Remote Desktop 9. Follow the installation steps. Click the [Next] button. 10. Read the License Agreement. When you agree to it, check [I accept the agreement] and click the [Next] button. 11. Read the Information and click the [Next] button. 19-6...
  • Page 268 Remote Desktop 12. Select the location of where to install the UltraVNC and click the [Next] button. 13. Select [UltraVNC Server Only] and click the [Next] button. 14. For registering the UltraVNC on the start menu, specify its location and the name of the program. Then click the [Next] button.
  • Page 269 Remote Desktop 15. Click the [Next] button. (You do not need to check the box below if your OS is not Windows Vista.) 16. Be sure that the box for [Download the mirror driver] is checked and click the [Next] button. 17.
  • Page 270 Remote Desktop 18. Double-check the settings that you have made so far. If there is no problem, click the [Install] button. If any correction is necessary, go back to the previous step using the [Back] button. 19. Installation starts. 20. The following two dialogs appear. In the [Setup] dialog, click the [Next] button.
  • Page 271 Remote Desktop 21. Click the [Finish] button. The software has been installed. 22. Set the options as the following in this dialog (in Windows Vista, be sure to check the boxes in the dotted frames). Click the [OK] button. * For the establishment of connection with multiple V8 units, check [Keep existing connections] under [Multi viewer connections].
  • Page 272 Remote Desktop 23. Uncheck the box enclosed in the red circle and click the [OK] button. 24. The above is the final step of the installation procedure. The “UltraVNC” icon is now added to the taskbar on your computer. UltraVNC activated (green) About the UltraVNC icon Whenever you attempt to display the window of a remote desktop, the UltraVNC must be activated on the computer.
  • Page 273 Remote Desktop 19.3 V8 Setting Registering/Unregistering the License License registration is required for remote desktop window display. One license is granted to one V8 unit. For purchasing the license “V-RemoteDT”, contact your local distributor. Registering the License 1. Bring up the Main Menu screen on your V8 series. 2.
  • Page 274 Remote Desktop Unregistering the License You can unregister the license from the V8 series. If you wish to display the window of a remote desktop again, you will be requested to register the key code. Please be careful in managing the key code as reissuing is not allowed. 1.
  • Page 275 Remote Desktop 19.4 V-SFT Setting If you transfer screen data provided with remote desktop table settings to the V8 series, with which no license is registered, “Warning: 214” will be issued to the V8. For more information on license registration, refer to “Registering/Unregistering the License” (page 19-12). [Remote Desktop Table Setting] Dialog Proceed to the registration of the computer (server) that is connected to the V8 series.
  • Page 276 Remote Desktop Remote Desktop Window Display Procedure Remote desktop windows can be displayed on your V8 series in the three methods below: • Placement of a Display Area to Show Remote Desktop Window → page 19-15 → page 19-18 • Switch to Show/Hide Remote Desktop Window →...
  • Page 277 Remote Desktop [Remote Desktop Display] dialog Double-clicking or clicking the remote desktop item brings up the [Remote Desktop Display] dialog. [Main] tab window • [Main] tab window Remote Desktop Specify the table number of the target server (computer) that has been Table No.
  • Page 278 Remote Desktop Switch Under [Function], select [Remote Desktop] and an option from [Connect], [Disconnect] and [Connect/Disconnect]. • [Main] tab window Switch Auxiliary Description Function Setting Item Remote Connect Connection between the V8 unit and the target server (computer) is Desktop established to enable the display of the remote desktop window.
  • Page 279 Remote Desktop Switch to Show/Hide Remote Desktop Window With the use of a switch placed on the screen, the window of a target server (computer) can be shown in and hidden from an area at the specified coordinates. In the [Switch] dialog for such a switch, select [Standard] and [Remote Desktop Show/Hide] under [Function].
  • Page 280 Remote Desktop About [Remote Desktop Table No.] Click the [Select] button. Enter the table number the same as the number of the target server (computer) set in the [Remote Desktop Table Setting] dialog (No. 0 in the example dialog). * The macro command REMOTEDT_CTL is used in conjunction with showing/hiding the scroll bar (S menu).
  • Page 281 Remote Desktop Macro Command to Show/Hide Remote Desktop Window The following macro commands are provided to show/hide or switch the window of a target remote server (computer). SET_REMOTEDT F0 F1 Function: Showing/hiding a remote desktop window This macro command is used to show/hide the window of a computer (server) provided with remote desktop table No.
  • Page 282 Remote Desktop Supplementary information • The macro command SET_REMOTEDT is enabled, provided that the [Remote Desktop Table Setting] dialog has been set. For how to set the dialog, refer to page 19-14. • This macro command is not usable as an initial macro. •...
  • Page 283 Remote Desktop Example Hiding the scroll bar (S menu) (remote desktop table No. 10): REMOTEDT_CTL 2 10 0 Remote desktop table No. 10 Supplementary information • The macro command REMOTEDT_CTL is enabled, provided that the [Remote Desktop Table Setting] dialog has been set. For how to set the dialog, refer to page 19-14. •...
  • Page 284 Remote Desktop 19.5 Remote Desktop Window Configuration and Operation Window Configuration When connection is normally established between the V8 series and a target remote server (computer), the window of the server is displayed on the V8 unit. When the V8 series and the server (computer) are disconnected, the window disappears after a momentary display of the “Disconnected.”...
  • Page 285 Remote Desktop [S] menu This is a switch menu dedicated to the remote desktop window display. The switches in the menu work as shown in the following table, such as rotating or reducing the display area. Item Description Item Description ↓...
  • Page 286 Remote Desktop Operation A remote desktop connected to the V8 series is operative from the V8 unit by pressing the screen and using a USB mouse and a USB keyboard. Ethernet SYSTEM USB keyboard USB mouse USB Mouse The left-click button, right-click button, and wheel of a USB mouse are usable. For USB mouse specifications, refer to “26 USB Connection”.
  • Page 287 Remote Desktop 19.6 System Memory The following addresses in the system memory are used to store the data regarding the table number (set in the [Remote Desktop Display Setting] dialog) of the remote desktop window currently displayed and whether connection with the remote desktop is established. Description 1380 Remote desktop window status...
  • Page 288 Remote Desktop 19.8 Limitations License Limitations • One license is granted to one V8 unit. • Reissuing a license key code is not allowed. Please take care in managing the key code. Display Limitations • Remote desktop window display is enabled on the screen (in the screen library) only. Display in the overlap library is disabled.
  • Page 289 Remote Desktop Other Limitations • The macro command SET_REMOTEDT for remote desktop window display is not usable as an initial macro. • A USB mouse and a USB keyboard are not available with V808CH. • When the remote desktop window display function and the touch switch emulation of the RGB display function are used at the same time, a USB mouse cannot be used for the remote desktop window.
  • Page 290: Mes Interface

    MES Interface Function 20 MES Interface Function 20.1 Overview Overview • The V8 series supports the MES interface function. MES: Manufacturing Execution System MES provides information necessary to optimize the production activities (about quality, yield, time of delivery, cost, etc.) throughout processes from order receipt until the completion of products.
  • Page 291 MES Interface Function ODBC: Open DataBase Connectivity ODBC is the interface between an application (V-Server) and databases. Because ODBC accommodates the differences in specifications between databases, users just need to create programs based on the ODBC-specified procedure in order to access those databases.
  • Page 292 MES Interface Function • Separate management through multiple V-Servers is enabled. Office Management of Management of daily work report production information Database Database ODBC ODBC V-Server V-Server Ethernet Factory SYSTEM Macro 20-3...
  • Page 293 MES Interface Function Operating Environment Available V8 Models The MES interface function is available with all models in the V8 series. However, a V8 unit without the built-in LAN port requires an optional unit because it communicates with a computer over the Ethernet.
  • Page 294: System Configuration

    MES Interface Function 20.2 Setting Procedure System Configuration The following illustrates the system configuration including the MES interface function. Database Server computer ODBC V-Server Ethernet Download SYSTEM V-SFT • Network table • MES setting • Macro Preparation on Server Computer 1.
  • Page 295 MES Interface Function V8 Setting Make the V8 settings in screen data. 1. Configuration software V-SFT version check If your software version is earlier than designated, download the updated program from the Hakko Electronics website and install it. 2. Network table editing (page 20-6) 3.
  • Page 296 MES Interface Function 20.3 V8 Setting Network Table Editing Regarding the computer installed with the V-Server, register its IP address and port number in network table editing. 1. Click [System Setting] → [Ethernet Communication] → [Network Table]. The [Network Table Edit] window is displayed.
  • Page 297 MES Interface Function Port No. Set a port number for the V-Server running on the computer. * The port number is shown at [Port No.] in the [V-server Detail Setting] dialog (in the V-Server, click [File] → [V-server Detail Setting]). Send Timeout Setting not required Retrials...
  • Page 298 MES Interface Function IP Address Setting of the V8 To use the Ethernet functions, it is necessary to set the IP addresses. The IP address can be set either in: setting it through the screen data or selecting a registered network table number on MONITOUCH.
  • Page 299 MES Interface Function Method 2: Setting at the Main Menu Screen on MONITOUCH Select the network table number, which is set in the screen data, from the Main Menu on MONITOUCH. * When IP address setting is made within the screen data, the setting within the screen data becomes valid.
  • Page 300 MES Interface Function 7. Press the [Setting Finished] switch to end the setting. Check the IP address under [Ethernet] on the Main Menu screen. 20-11...
  • Page 301 MES Interface Function MES Setting There are 256 MES setting numbers from 0 through 255. You can make the MES settings for adding data to and searching databases and database search conditions. Location for Setting 1. Click [System Setting] → [MES Setting]. The [MES Setting] dialog is displayed. 2.
  • Page 302 MES Interface Function Setting Items Specify the MES setting number from 0 to 255. Use this button to skip unregistered numbers during selecting a MES Skip Unregistered No. setting number. Copy Use this button when copying data in the current MES setting number to another chosen MES setting number.
  • Page 303 MES Interface Function Specify the MES setting number from 0 to 255. [Write], [Read] and Select these tabs to open the individual tab windows for addition to or [Search condition] tabs search of the database or search condition setting. See the following pages for further explanation of the tab windows.
  • Page 304 MES Interface Function Memory use Specify the data you wish to add. 256 bytes maximum • Checked: Select memory. Specify the memory address at which the data you wish to add is placed. Memory Input Type Text Process PLC1 - PLC8 memory Depends on the communication settings for each unit.
  • Page 305 MES Interface Function [Read] tab window The [Read] tab window is used for database search setting. Max. Record Specify the maximum number of records that will be displayed as the result of search. 65536 maximum Use this button to bring up the [Detailed setting] dialog. In this dialog, enter a line name for search and a data type to be additionally registered.
  • Page 306 MES Interface Function [Search condition] tab window The [Search condition] tab window is used for database search condition setting or deletion from the database. [Memory use] checked [Memory use] unchecked Use this button to bring up the [Detailed setting] dialog. In this dialog, enter a search condition to be additionally registered.
  • Page 307 MES Interface Function Search Condition Use this button when setting search conditions. When searching based on multiple conditions, use AND. Search Condition Remarks Equal (=) Not equal (!=) Big (> value) Small (< value) Upper (>= value) Under (<= value) Include character string Wildcard (%) usable Example:...
  • Page 308 MES Interface Function Macro The MES interface function uses the following five kinds of macros. MES Macro Command List Command Category Mnemonic Description Refer to: Name MES CHECK (F1, F2, F3) V-server start check page 20-20 MES WRITE (F1, F2, F3) Adding data to the page database...
  • Page 309 MES Interface Function MES CHECK (F1, F2, F3) Function: V-server start check This macro is used to check whether the V-Server at the location specified in table No. [F2] is running. The returned value [F3] as a result will be stored in memory at the return address [F1]. Available memory PLC1 - PLC8 Internal Memory...
  • Page 310 MES Interface Function MES WRITE (F1, F2, F3) Function: Adding data to the database This macro is used to add the data set in the [Write] tab window under MES setting No. [F3] to the database. The data will be added via the V-Server at the location specified in table No. [F2]. The result will be stored in memory at the return address [F1].
  • Page 311 MES Interface Function MES READ (F1, F2, F3) Function: Searching the database This macro is used to search the line set in the [Read] tab window under MES setting No. [F3]. The search will be performed based on the specified search conditions via the V-Server at the location specified in table No.
  • Page 312 MES Interface Function Example • MES READ ($u0000, 10, 0) MES setting No. 0 Network table No. 10 Return address The above program searches the database in the computer specified in network table No. 10. The search is performed according to the settings in the [Read] and [Search condition] tab windows under MES setting No.
  • Page 313 MES Interface Function MES DEL (F1, F2, F3) Function: Deleting records from the database This macro is used to search the database according to the [Search condition] tab window setting in MES setting No. [F3]. The search is performed via the V-Server at the location specified in table No. [F2].
  • Page 314 MES Interface Function MES UPDATE (F1 , F2 , F3) Function: Updating the database This macro is used to search the line set in the [Write] tab window under MES setting No. [F3]. The search will be performed based on the specified search conditions via the V-Server at the location specified in table No.
  • Page 315 MES Interface Function 20.4 V-Server V-Server Hakko Electronics’ V-Server is the software that enables accesses to databases. Once the V-Server is installed on a computer, no configuration is needed. Installation 1. Download the V-Server to your computer from the Hakko Electronics website at the URL given below.
  • Page 316 MES Interface Function 20.5 Database Kinds of Databases The following databases can be used. • SQL Server: Microsoft • MSDE: Microsoft • Oracle: Oracle Corporation This manual describes a setting example of Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Express Edition. SQL Server 2005 Express Edition This is a simple version of the SQL Server 2005.
  • Page 317 MES Interface Function 4. The [Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Setup] screen is displayed. Proceed by following the instructions and start installation. 5. The [Registration Information] screen is displayed. Enter your name, your company name, and click the [Next] button. 6. The [Feature Selection] screen is displayed. Select an installation path and click the [Next] button. 20-28...
  • Page 318 MES Interface Function 7. The [Authentication Mode] screen is displayed. Select [Mixed Mode] and set a password. The password is required at the time of connecting to the database or MES setting in the V-SFT. Be careful in managing your password and take care not to lose it. 8.
  • Page 319 MES Interface Function 9. Click [Start] → [Program] → [Microsoft SQL Server 2005] → [Configuration Tools] → [SQL Server Configuration Manager]. 10. SQL Server Configuration Manager starts. Check that SQL Server (SQL Express) is running. To start or stop operation, select [SQL Server (SQL Express)] and select a menu from [Action].
  • Page 320 MES Interface Function Creating a SQL Server Database The SQL Server database can be created by using SQL Server Management Studio Express. Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio Express: SSMSE Easy-to-use, graphical management tool intended for the management of the SQL Server 2005 Express Edition and the SQL Server 2005 Express Edition with Advanced Services Installation 1.
  • Page 321 MES Interface Function 4. The [Registration Information] screen is displayed. Enter your name, your company name, and click the [Next] button. 5. The [Feature Selection] screen is displayed. Select an installation path and click the [Next] button. 6. The [Ready to Install the Program] screen is displayed. Click the [Install] button. Installation is started.
  • Page 322 MES Interface Function 7. The setup completion message is displayed. Click the [Finish] button and close the window. 20-33...
  • Page 323 MES Interface Function Starting SQL Server Management Studio Express 1. Click [Start] → [Program] → [Microsoft SQL Server 2005] →[SQL Server Management Studio Express]. 2. The [Connect to Server] screen is displayed. Make the settings and click the [Connect] button. Server name Select an SQL Server.
  • Page 324 MES Interface Function Creating a New Database 1. Select [Database] and click [New Database] from the right-click menu. 2. The [New Database] screen is displayed. Specify a database name and click the [OK] button. 3. A new database is created. 20-35...
  • Page 325 MES Interface Function Creating a New Table 1. Start SQL Server Management Studio Express. 2. Select a database created in the previous section and click [New Database] from the right-click menu. 20-36...
  • Page 326 MES Interface Function 3. The table creation screen is displayed. Create a table by registering a column name and a data type. • For a database table to which data is to be added, set the primary key for the V-Server. Column Name Data Type Length...
  • Page 327 MES Interface Function 6. The table is created. 20-38...
  • Page 328 MES Interface Function Opening a Table The data saved in the database can be checked by following the procedure given below. 1. Select a table and click [Open Table] from the right-click menu. 2. The table is opened. A column name registered when the table was created is displayed. Data is saved in “NULL”...
  • Page 329 MES Interface Function 20.6 Data Source (ODBC) Setting V-Server accesses the database via data source (ODBC). For allowing V-Server to access the database, make the settings for the data source. This manual describes a setting example of the Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Express Edition. ODBC: Open DataBase Connectivity ODBC is the interface between an application (V-Server) and databases.
  • Page 330 MES Interface Function 3. The [Administrative Tools] screen is displayed. Double-click [Data Sources (ODBC)]. 4. The ODBC Data Source Administrator dialog box is displayed. Open the [System DSN] tab window and click the [Add] button. 5. The Create New Data Source dialog box is displayed. Select SQL Server and click the [Finish] button.
  • Page 331 MES Interface Function 6. The following dialog is displayed. Make the settings and click the [Next] button. Name Specify a data source name. Server Specify a SQL Server name. • The data source name is used in the MES setting in the V-SFT. •...
  • Page 332 MES Interface Function Login ID Specify a login ID (sa). Password Specify a password. The password for “sa” has been specified on the [Authentication Mode] screen displayed during installation of the SQL Server 2005 Express Edition (see page 20-29). 8. Click the [Next] button. The following dialog is displayed. 9.
  • Page 333 MES Interface Function 12. Click the [Test Data Source] button. When a connection has been successfully established, the following screen is displayed. 13. Click [OK]. The following screen is displayed. 14. Click [OK]. The data source is then registered. The necessary settings have been completed. 20-44...
  • Page 334: Security

    21.1 Operation Log Function 21 Operation Logs 21.1 Operation Log Function Overview The operation log function is available to store the screen operation history records (operation logs) in the SRAM area. When the SRAM area becomes full, the logs can be output to a CF card. In the event of an error, these logs stored will allow you to examine what was conducted at that time;...
  • Page 335 21.1 Operation Log Function The table below shows the items that can be contained in operation logs and when storage of those logs takes place. Item Timing of Log Storage Start At power-on Transfer At the time of transferring the screen data or the I/F driver Mode changeover At the time of switching between the RUN screen and the Main Menu screen Screen changeover...
  • Page 336 21.1 Operation Log Function Setting Location for Setting Click [System Setting] → [Operation log setting]. The [Operation log setting] dialog is displayed. Setting Items Use operation log function Check this box when you use the operation log function. Log objects Select the options to be contained in log data.
  • Page 337 21.1 Operation Log Function Action to be taken when store Select the action to be taken when CF card has become full. target capacity is not enough. Erase old log and continue Stop operation log Control memory Specify a memory address for log output to the CF card. *1 A memory space required is automatically provided based on the [SRAM save number] setting.
  • Page 338 21.1 Operation Log Function System Memory The following describes the system memory associated with the operation log function. Address Description Remarks $s1050 CF card in processing flag Operation log ← 0: Not processed Sampling 1: In processing System reserved (setting: 0) 0: Not processed 1: In processing Hardcopy...
  • Page 339 21.1 Operation Log Function Log File SRAM Log data is stored in the SRAM area in binary format. The SRAM area consumes a maximum of 64 kB and is capable of storing 512 log data. After output to the CF card, the SRAM area is cleared and data storage in the area is resumed. The next section describes when output to the CF card takes place.
  • Page 340 21.1 Operation Log Function Conversion to CSV File A log file output to the CF card can be converted by a dedicated tool to a CSV file, which enables you to view the contents. File Conversion Tool (LogToCsv.exe) When you have installed the V-SFT-5 version 5.2.0.0 or later from the CD, “LogToCsv.exe” is also installed.
  • Page 341 21.1 Operation Log Function Step 3 Click the [Open] button at [Target file] and specify the location of where to store the CSV file and the name of the file. Step 4 Click the [Convert] button. Step 5 The completion message is displayed. Step 6 Open the CSV file.
  • Page 342 21.1 Operation Log Function Contents of CSV File The table below shows the contents of a CSV file. Title Description Log number Date Log acquisition date Time Log acquisition time Scrn_No Screen No. 0 - 9999 User_ID User ID (8 characters) Level Security level (0 - 15) Action...
  • Page 343 21.1 Operation Log Function [Mode changeover] A log is saved when the mode is switched between RUN and STOP. The log contains the data items below. Date Time Scrn_No User_ID Level Action Function Comment Type Prev_Val Chg_Val Change to RUN mode Change to STOP mode (Main Menu) Mode changeover [Screen changeover]...
  • Page 344 21.1 Operation Log Function [Switch] A log is saved when a switch is pressed. The log contains the data items below. Date Time Scrn_No User_ID Level Action Function Comment Type Prev_Val Chg_Val Switch operation (Mom) [Standard] Screen Switch operation (Set) Overlap Display Switch operation (Rst) Multi-Overlap Display...
  • Page 345 21.1 Operation Log Function [Data display update] A log is saved when any numerical data/character display is updated in the entry mode ([Write] key). The log contains the data items below. * Log saving is not available for updates to table data displays. Date Time Scrn_No...
  • Page 346 21.2 Operation Log Viewer 21.2 Operation Log Viewer Overview • The operation history records (operation logs) stored in the SRAM area can be displayed on the V8 series. Because the above-mentioned logs help you search for the operational description associated with an alarm (if any occurs), you will be able to track down the causes promptly.
  • Page 347 21.2 Operation Log Viewer • Through the [Setting] switch on the log viewer screen, you can proceed to showing/hiding items, setting the number of characters, and changing the date/time format. Example: Hiding the date field Press the [Setting] switch. Under [Show/Hide], select [Hide] for [Date] and press the [Setting] switch.
  • Page 348 21.2 Operation Log Viewer Setting 1. Click [System Setting] → [Operation log setting]. The [Operation log setting] dialog is displayed. 2. Check the box for [ Use operation log function]. * For description of the operation log function, refer to “Operation Log Function” on page 21-1. Screen registration Check this box when you use the operation log viewer.
  • Page 349 21.2 Operation Log Viewer 3. Check the box for [ Operation log viewer]. The dialog shown below is displayed. The operation log viewer part will be stored at the location as specified in the message. The [Screen] dialog appears and you can select a screen number arbitrarily. Cancel The box for [ Operation log viewer] becomes unchecked.
  • Page 350: Screen Configuration

    21.2 Operation Log Viewer Log Viewer Screen This section explains the log viewer screen. Screen Configuration A log viewer screen is displayed as the following. 1. Roll-down switch 5. Scroll bar 2. Roll-up switch 3. - block switch 6.Log file change switch (↑) 7.Log file change switch (↓)
  • Page 351 21.2 Operation Log Viewer * If the display area is not large enough to show the entire data, use the scroll bar to show the hidden portion or press your desired log data on the screen to display its contents on the overlap.
  • Page 352 21.2 Operation Log Viewer Display Item Setting Screen When the [Setting] switch is pressed on the log viewer screen, the display item setting screen is displayed. • Show/Hide Whether to show or hide each item on or from the log viewer screen can be selected. Example: Hiding the date field Press the cell under [Show/Hide] for The date field is hidden.
  • Page 353 21.2 Operation Log Viewer • Letter counts You can set the number of characters for each item to be displayed on the log viewer screen. Example: Increasing the number of characters for [Date] from 11 to 17 Before change: After change: Press the cell under [Letter counts] for The [Date] field is enlarged.
  • Page 354 21.2 Operation Log Viewer • Display Format You can specify the formats of the dates and times to be displayed in the display area. Example: Changing the format for [Date] from “06/04/01” to “04/01/06” The [Date] format has been changed. (1) Press the cell under [Display Format] for [Date].
  • Page 355 21.2 Operation Log Viewer Display Selection Setting Screen When the [Select logs] switch is pressed on the log viewer screen, the display selection setting screen is displayed. On the screen, you can select items so that their logs will be displayed on the log viewer screen. Example: Displaying the mode change logs (between the RUN screen and the Main Menu screen) (1) Press the [Select logs] switch.
  • Page 356 21.2 Operation Log Viewer Log Data Change While the log data in the SRAM area is displayed on the log viewer screen, a log file output to the CF card can be displayed instead by the switch on the screen. * The log data stored in the SRAM is displayed at the time of the opening of the log viewer screen.
  • Page 357 21.2 Operation Log Viewer System Memory The following describes the system memory associated with the operation log viewer. Address Description Remarks $s1365 Log file number being displayed ← V $s1366 Log folder number being displayed * When the log data in the SRAM is displayed, 0 is stored at both addresses $s1365 and $s1366. When a log file in a CF card is displayed, the files stored in the CF card are numbered sequentially, starting at 1, from the file given the most recent date.
  • Page 358 Security Function 22 Security Function Overview In a case where a user ID and a password that match your privilege have been registered, you can manage the display and operation of screens at the corresponding security level. Security levels Security is settable to level 0 to 15. Security Level Precedence Description...
  • Page 359 Security Function When a screen currently displayed is switched to a lower-security screen, the security level may be maintained or automatically lowered, depending on your choice. Screen 1: Level 5 Screen 0: Level 0 Level 5 SYSTEM SYSTEM MENU Level 0 •...
  • Page 360 Security Function Prohibition of switch operation SYSTEM Level-10 items Level-1 items Operator A Operator B Security level 2 Security level 10 SYSTEM SYSTEM Items at level 2 or lower are operative. Items at level 10 or lower are operative. Items at level 3 or higher are inoperative. 22-3...
  • Page 361 Security Function Login/Logout In addition to the login screen that automatically appears at the time of screen change, a switch for security level change is also available. Login Security level change is allowed through the switch for [Function: Log In]. SYSTEM Level 1 Login...
  • Page 362: Macros

    Security Function Logout Pressing the switch for [Function: Log Out] sets the security level to zero (0). Security level 4 Level 4 SYSTEM Logout Security level 0 Level 0 SYSTEM Logout * When a logout is executed, the security level of the screen is set to zero (0). Since the same screen is displayed continuously after the execution of the logout function, it should be executed on a lower-security screen.
  • Page 363 Security Function Security Setting Location for Setting Click [System Setting] → [Security setting]. The [Security Setting] dialog is displayed. 22-6...
  • Page 364 Security Function Setting Items Use security function Check this box when you use the security function. User ID Register user IDs, passwords, and security levels through the Password buttons of [Add], [Delete], and [Change]. Level A maximum of 64 IDs can be registered. Use eight or fewer one-byte characters.
  • Page 365 Security Function Security Level Selection The following three are provided as the locations for security level selection. Their procedural steps differ. • [Screen Setting] dialog • [Display Setting] tab window in each item dialog • [Interlock] tab window in the [Switch] dialog [Screen Setting] Dialog 1.
  • Page 366 Security Function Setting to Show/Hide Items Screen items can be shown or hidden according to their security levels. For more information, refer to “15 Item Show / Hide Function”. Applicable items The items below can be provided with security level settings. Switches Lamps Numerical data displays...
  • Page 367 Security Function [Interlock] in the [Switch] Dialog The operation of switches can be prohibited according to their security levels. Location for setting Make the setting in the [Interlock] tab window in the item dialog. Security level 0 to 15 * For information on other setting items, refer to the V8 Series Reference Manual. 22-10...
  • Page 368 Security Function Login/Logout A switch for security level change can be created. Setting Items Make the setting in the [Main] tab window in the [Switch] dialog. Function: Security [Log In] The login screen that is registered in the [Security Setting] dialog ([System Setting] →...
  • Page 369 Security Function Please use this page freely. 22-12...
  • Page 370 Macro 23 Macro Overview • You can obtain a sine, cosine, or tangent of trigonometric functions by using macro commands. • A conditional branch macro is added for a comparison macro so that a comparison command can be executed more simply. •...
  • Page 371 Macro Category Command Name Mnemonic Contents Refer to: HDCOPY3 (F0) Hardcopy page 23-31 HDCOPY3 (file name designation) MOVE_FILE MOVE_FILE (F0) (F1) (F2) File movement page 23-32 CF Card (Others) READ_FILE (F0) (F1) (F2) Read universal file page 23-33 READ_FILE (F3) WRITE_FILE WRITE_FILE (F0) (F1) (F2) Write to universal file...
  • Page 372 Macro Mathematics/trigonometric F0 = ABS (F1) (W) ......WORD F0 = ABS (F1) (D) ......DWORD F0 = ABS (F1) (F) .
  • Page 373 Macro F0 = NEG (F1) (W) ......WORD F0 = NEG (F1) (D) ......DWORD F0 = NEG (F1) (F) .
  • Page 374 Macro F0 = SIN (F1) (F) ....... FLOAT Function: Sine This macro command is used to store a sine of the angle (in radians) specified for [F1] in [F0].
  • Page 375 Macro F0 = COS (F1) (F) ......FLOAT Function: Cosine This macro command is used to store a cosine of the angle (in radians) specified for [F1] in [F0]. Specify values for [F0] and [F1] in the format of decimal floating-point data (FLOAT).
  • Page 376 Macro F0 = TAN (F1) (F) ......FLOAT Function: Tangent This macro command is used to store a tangent of the angle (in radians) specified for [F1] in [F0]. Specify values for [F0] and [F1] in the format of decimal floating-point data (FLOAT).
  • Page 377 Macro F0 = ASIN (F1) (F)......FLOAT Function: Arcsine This macro command is used to store an arcsine of the angle (in radians) specified for [F1] in [F0]. Specify values for [F0] and [F1] in the format of decimal floating-point data (FLOAT).
  • Page 378 Macro F0 = ACOS (F1) (F) ......FLOAT Function: Arccosine This macro command is used to store an arccosine of the angle (in radians) specified for [F1] in [F0]. Specify values for [F0] and [F1] in the format of decimal floating-point data (FLOAT).
  • Page 379 Macro F0 = ATAN (F1) (F) ......FLOAT Function: Arctangent This macro command is used to store an arctangent of the angle (in radians) specified for [F1] in [F0]. Specify values for [F0] and [F1] in the format of decimal floating-point data (FLOAT).
  • Page 380 Macro F0 = DEG (F1) (F) ......FLOAT Function: Convert radian to degree This macro command is used to convert the unit of an angle specified for [F1] from radians to degrees and store the converted value in [F0].
  • Page 381 Macro F0 = RAD (F1) (F) ......FLOAT Function: Convert degree to radian This macro command is used to convert the unit of an angle specified for [F1] from degrees to radians and store the converted value in [F0].
  • Page 382 Macro Conversion CLND_TO_GRE F0 F1 F2 Function: Conversion from calendar data to GMT-based UNIX time This macro is used to convert the calendar data [F1] in format [F2] to the UNIX time based on GMT, and to store the converted result in [F0]. Calendar data GMT-based UNIX time CLND_TO_GRE...
  • Page 383 Macro Supplementary information • The result of macro execution is stored in $s1057. When the execution of the macro is normally complete, the value at the address is not updated. Therefore, before macro execution, resetting the value at the address to zero is recommended. Code (DEC) Description Execution error...
  • Page 384 Macro GRE_TO_CLND F0 F1 F2 Function: Conversion from GMT-based UNIX time to calendar data This macro is used to convert the UNIX time based on GMT in [F1] to the calendar data in format [F2], and to store the converted result in [F0]. GMT-based UNIX time Calendar data GRE_TO_CLND...
  • Page 385 Macro Supplementary information • The result of macro execution is stored in $s1057. When the execution of the macro is normally complete, the value at the address is not updated. Therefore, before macro execution, resetting the value at the address to zero is recommended. Code (DEC) Description −1...
  • Page 386 Macro FORMAT_DATA F0 F1 F2 Function: Conversion from a string to numerical data This macro is used to convert the string [F1] according to the attributes [F2], and to store the converted result in [F0]. String (JIS/ASCII) Numerical data FORMAT_DATA Available memory PLC1 - PLC8 Internal Memory...
  • Page 387 Macro Value Remarks Valid only when F2 + 5 = 0 Format for [F1] 0: Leading spaces removed When a value in [F1] includes leading spaces, specify “0”. When 1: Trailing spaces removed a value in [F1] includes trailing spaces, specify “1”. F2 + 6 Example: 12 →...
  • Page 388 Macro • String “−12.34”: A negative value in DEC with a negative sign format and with two decimal places $u00100 = '−12.34' (STRING) $u00200 = 1 (W) [DEC with a negative sign] $u00201 = 0 (W) [1 word] $u00202 = 0 (W) [DEC] $u00203 = 4 (W) [4 digits] $u00204 = 2 (W) [Two decimal places] $u00205 = 0 (W) [With zero suppress]...
  • Page 389 Macro • String “1234 ”: In DEC without sign format and with two trailing spaces $u00100 = '1234 ' (STRING) $u00200 = 0 (W) [DEC without sign] $u00201 = 0 (W) [1 word] $u00202 = 0 (W) [DEC] $u00203 = 6 (W) [6 digits] $u00204 = 0 (W) [Without decimal point] $u00205 = 0 (W) [With zero suppress] $u00206 = 1 (W) [Trailing spaces removed]...
  • Page 390 Macro FORMAT_STR F0 F1 F2 Function: Conversion from numerical data to a string This macro is used to convert the numerical data [F1] according to the attributes [F2], and to store the converted result in [F0]. Numerical data String (JIS/ASCII) FORMAT_STR Available memory PLC1 - PLC8...
  • Page 391 Macro Value Remarks 0: With zero suppress Format for [F0] 1: Without zero suppress Select whether to execute zero suppress. F2 + 5 Example: For a string “00012” as the converted result, specify “1”. Valid only when F2 + 5 = 0 Format for [F0] 0: Leading spaces removed If a value in [F0] includes leading spaces, specify “0”.
  • Page 392 Macro • Numerical data “1234”: In DEC without sign format, and with zero suppress and trailing spaces $u00100 = 1234 (W) $u00200 = 0 (W) [DEC without sign] $u00201 = 0 (W) [1 word] $u00202 = 0 (W) [DEC] $u00203 = 6 (W) [6 digits] $u00204 = 0 (W) [Without decimal point] $u00205 = 0 (W) [With zero suppress] $u00206 = 1 (W) [Trailing spaces added]...
  • Page 393 Macro Supplementary information • Conversion with this macro is in the order of LSB → MSB. • A NULL code is added to the end of the string as a result of conversion. If a conversion results in even bytes, one more word is used for this reason. •...
  • Page 394 Macro Comparison IF (F0 (condition) F1) (W) ..... . . WORD IF (F0 (condition) F1) (D) ..... . . DWORD IF (condition 2) (F0) (B) .
  • Page 395 Macro Example • IF ($u100 < 10) (W) $u100 = $u100 + 1 (W) ELSE $u100 = 0 (W) ENDIF “$u100 = $u100 + 1” is executed when $u100 is smaller than 10. When $u100 is 10 or more, “$u100 = 0” is executed. •...
  • Page 396 Macro • $s1059 stores the result of macro execution. When the execution of the macro is normally complete, the value at the address is not updated. Therefore, before macro execution, resetting the value at the address to zero is recommended. Code (DEC) Contents −1...
  • Page 397 Macro In the case of [Primary storage target: SRAM] and [Secondary storage target: None]: Header Buffer No. 0 DAT0000 Buffer No. 1 Primary Buffer No. 2 storage target RECIPE (SRAM) SAMPLE SEISAN.CSV CSV file creation Memo pad $L/$LD In the case of [Primary storage target: SRAM] and [Secondary storage target: CF Card]: DAT0000 DAT0000 RECIPE...
  • Page 398 Macro SMPL_CSVBAK2 Function: CSV file backup creation (file name designation) This macro command is used to convert the sampling data in buffering area No. [F0] into the CSV file format under the name [F1] and saves the file in the year/month/day folder in the SAMPLE folder saved to the CF card.
  • Page 399 Macro In the case of [Primary storage target: SRAM] and [Secondary storage target: None]: Header Buffer No. 0 DAT0000 Buffer No. 1 Primary storage target Buffer No. 2 RECIPE (SRAM) SAMPLE (year/month folder) 200902 CSV file (year/month/day folder) Memo pad creation 20090214 SEISAN_00.CSV...
  • Page 400 Macro CF Card (Others) HDCOPY3 Function: Hardcopy (file name designation) This macro command is used to save the screen image (JPEG) displayed at the time of the macro execution, under the file name [F0], to the CF card. Available memory PLC1 - PLC8 Internal Memory Memory Card...
  • Page 401 Macro MOVE_FILE F0 F1 F2 Function: File movement This macro command is used to move the file or folder [F0] to the path [F1]. File renaming is also possible. Available memory Internal Memory PLC1 - PLC8 Memory Memory Card Constant : Setting enabled (indirect designation disabled) : Setting enabled (indirect designation enabled) Range...
  • Page 402 Macro Restrictions • Use alphanumerics to specify full pathnames as the source and the target. If any characters other than alphanumerics are used, the function of this macro command is not assured. • Wildcard characters (such as “*” and “?”) cannot be used for full pathnames as the source and the target.
  • Page 403 Macro Example • File read The file “ABC.DAT” is read from its 11th byte by 512 bytes into $u1000 to $u1255. $u00100 = 'C:\DAT0000\ABC\ABC.DAT' [Source full pathname] $u00200 = 512 (D) [Size] $u00202 = 10 (D) [Offset] $u00204 = 0 (W) [0 fixed] READ_FILE $u00100 $u01000 $u00200 $u00300 •...
  • Page 404 Macro WRITE_FILE F0 F1 F2 Function: Write to universal file This macro command is used to write the data from memory [F1] and after in binary format to the file [F0]. Available memory PLC1 - PLC8 Internal Memory Memory Card Constant Memory : Setting enabled (indirect designation disabled)
  • Page 405 Macro • Overwriting The 33rd byte and after in the existing file “ABC.DAT” is overwritten with the 16 bytes of data in $u1000 to $u1007. $u00100 = 'C:\DAT0000\ABC\ABC.DAT' [Target full pathname] $u00200 = 1 (W) [1: Overwrite] $u00201 = 16 (D) [Size] $u00203 = 32 (D) [Offset]...
  • Page 406: Tag Editing

    24 Tag 24.1 Overview “Tag editing” is a function used to give names (tags) to addresses of PLC memory or internal memory ($u, $L, etc.) and use these names for screen data creation. There are two methods for tag designation: address designation and variable designation. Address Designation Give a tag name to the address of PLC memory or internal memory, and set the memory address for the part or item with the given name.
  • Page 407 Variable Designation Give a tag name to the variable in the V8 variable area, and set the variable in memory for parts and items with given names. This is useful for specifying a working area of the V8 internal processing, such as macro, password, etc.
  • Page 408 24.2 Tag Editing Structure of [Tag Database Edit] Window The [Tag Database Edit] window consists of 256 groups, and 256 lines can registered per one group. Accordingly, a maximum of 65,536 lines can be registered in total. Group No. 255 No.
  • Page 409 Configuration of the [Tag Database Edit] Window Line number Specify a tag name. Max. 32 one-byte alphanumeric characters (Two-byte characters allowed. Sensitive to two-byte and one-byte characters, or upper case and lower case characters.) Type Specify the data type for the tag. Address Address Type...
  • Page 410 * If an unavailable character is used, the following message box will appear. In such a case, reset the name again. Registering a Tag This section describes the procedure for registering “D100” and “D101” (word addresses) and “M0” (bit address) of PLC1 memory by using tags. 1.
  • Page 411 4. Click the [Address] field and select a memory address to be registered for the tag. 5. Click the [Comment] field and enter a comment as desired. 6. To register a new address using a tag, select another ID number and repeat steps 1. to 5. 7.
  • Page 412 Editing in a CSV File The [Tag Database Edit] window data registered with the screen data in the V-SFT software can be exported to a CSV-format file. The CSV-format file can be edited on the computer and then imported to the screen data. * CSV-format files that are copied from SIMATIC STEP 7-Micro/WIN (software for Siemens S7-200) can also be imported.
  • Page 413 4. Make changes to the data of ID No. 0 and save the CSV file. * For more information on a CSV file, refer to “CSV File Configuration” (page 24-9). 5. Open the [Tag Database Edit] window. Click [File] → [Tag Import]. 6.
  • Page 414 CSV File Configuration A CSV file opened in Excel is formatted as shown below. [Tag Database Edit] data exported to a CSV file The number of elements of an array must be the same as the number shown in [No. of Elements]. Do not change the header information enclosed in the red dotted frame.
  • Page 415 Item Description Remarks Address PLC memory 1-byte PLCx[xxxxx] Device + memory address PLC No. 1 - 8 Example: PLC1 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC D100 • 1:1 connection Word designation: PLC1 [D00100] Bit designation: PLC1 [D00100-00] • 1:n connection (port No. 0) Word designation: PLC1 [0: D00100] Bit designation: PLC1 [0: D00100-00] Internal memory: $u/$T/$s/$L/$LD xxxxx...
  • Page 416 Importing a CSV File for Siemens S7-200 CSV-format files that are copied from SIMATIC STEP 7-Micro/WIN (software for Siemens S7-200) can be imported to the screen data. * The above-mentioned import is allowed on a condition that “Siemens S7-200 PPI” is specified for connection target PLC1 in the [Device Connection Setting] dialog ([System Setting] →...
  • Page 417 4. Start Excel. Paste the copied data on the worksheet from cell A1. [Tag Database Edit] in V-SFT Tags Addresses Comments * The first row corresponds to tag ID No. 0. The copied data on the worksheet from its first row is imported to the [Tag Database Edit] window.
  • Page 418 8. Click [File] → [Tag Import]. 9. The [Open] dialog is displayed. Select the CSV file saved in step 6. In the [Files of type] field, select [Siemens S7-200 File (*.csv)]. Click [Open]. 10. The data in the CSV file are reflected throughout the [Tag Database Edit] window. Data under [Type] is shown for the individual addresses.
  • Page 419 Array Tags can be registered in the array format. For example, when allocating 10 variables which have the same properties (DEC, 1 word) without using the array format, 10 variables must be registered individually as shown below. [Tag Database Edit] window Data 10 pcs.
  • Page 420 Setting Procedure This section describes the procedure to specify “5” for [Number of Elements] for the PLC1 memory “D200”, and “3” for the integer variable in the array format. 1. Check the box for [Array]. 2. Specify the number of elements for [Number of Elements]. D200-D204 are used.
  • Page 421 24.3 How to Use the Tag Setting Procedure Select a tag for [Memory] on the item dialog of each part. • Word designation: • Bit designation: Tag-xx (xx: 00 - 15, 00 - 31) • Array format: Tag [n] (n: number of elements for array) Notes No tag can be specified for the following items.
  • Page 422 24.4 Tag Status List You can search the whole screen data and bring up the tag status list. You can also check the total word count registered on the [Tag Database Edit] window. Displaying the [Tag Use] Window 1. Click [Tool] → [Tag Use]. 2.
  • Page 423 [Tag Use] Dialog [Status of Use] Tab Window 1. 2. The display is updated. Specify the search criteria for “3.” and click this icon. By pressing this icon, the [Tag Database Edit] window is displayed when the cursor is placed in the status list (4.), and the corresponding screen or item dialog is displayed when the cursor is placed in the [Used Point] field.
  • Page 424 [Search] Tab Window 1. 2. [Search Item Setting] dialog (1.) Specify the search range for the screen data. Items with check marks are set as a search target. The display is updated. After entering a name for [Tag Name], click this icon.
  • Page 425 Operation To Check the Status of Use: This section describes the procedure to search for tags used on the screen data. 1. Select the [Status of Use] tab window on the [Tag Use] dialog. 2. Select [In use] for [Status of Use], [All] for [Tag Data Type] and [All] for [Memory Type], and click the [Update] icon.
  • Page 426 To Search for the Position Where the Tag is Used: This section describes the procedure to search for the tag “Alarm 1” used on the screen data. 1. Select the [Search] tab window on the [Tag Use] dialog. 2. Enter “Alarm” into [Tag Name] and click the [Update] icon. 3.
  • Page 427 24.5 “Tag” Variable Capacity When “tag” variables are registered on the [Tag Database Edit] window, the variable area inside the MONITOUCH is used. Since the capacity of the variable area is limited, check the word count currently used, and be careful not to exceed the capacity.
  • Page 428 Checking the Capacity of “Tag” Variable You can check the capacity when the “tag” variables are registered as shown below. In this case, 6 words of word area and 4 words of double-word area are occupied. Integer variable “3” + bit variable “3”...
  • Page 429 Please use this page freely. 24-24...
  • Page 430: Jump To The Target Screen

    25.1 Jump to the Target Screen 25 Edit Tool 25.1 Jump to the Target Screen Overview When [Function: Screen] is specified for a switch you create, you need to open the target screen of the switch in the editor software for confirmation. With the jump function discussed below, you can open the target screen easily using the icon in the [Switch] dialog or on the toolbar.
  • Page 431 25.1 Jump to the Target Screen Step 2 Click the icon to jump to the target screen. [Switch] dialog Edit toolbar * If the toolbar does not include the icon, go to [Tool] → [Customize] → [Edit] and add the icon. For how to add an icon, refer to the V8 Series Operation Manual.
  • Page 432 25.2 Memory Batch Change 25.2 Memory Batch Change Overview As for memory addresses assigned to a screen you are editing, they are changeable to different memory locations in a batch. In addition to [Memory Designation], the option [Memory Count Designation] is now available to designate memory locations.
  • Page 433 25.2 Memory Batch Change Step 2 Check [No. 0] and click the [Detail Setting] button. * For more information on the [Option] button, refer to the V8 Series Operation Manual. Step 3 The [Memory Setting] dialog is displayed. Step 4 Check either [Memory Designation] or [Memory Count Designation] as desired.
  • Page 434 25.2 Memory Batch Change Step 6 Review the memory locations of [Before Change] and [After Change] at No. 0. Click the [Change] button. Step 7 The message dialog is displayed. Click the [Yes] button. Step 8 According your change, memory addresses $u15000 - $u15016 are now used on the screen.
  • Page 435 25.3 Selection Order Batch Change 25.3 Selection Order Batch Change Overview When numerical data or character display parts in the entry mode are placed on the screen, the cursor will be moved to these parts according to the selection order numbers ([Order INC]) allocated to the parts.
  • Page 436 25.3 Selection Order Batch Change Applicable Items • Numerical data display (Function: Entry Target) • Character display (Function: Entry Target) Setting Location for Setting Click [Tool] → [Change Order INC] → [Batch Change] or [Selected Item]. If there is no numerical data or character display part ([Function: Entry Target]), the message “Target item is not registered.”...
  • Page 437 25.3 Selection Order Batch Change Setting Items [Change Order INC] dialog Automatic Allocation/ Automatic Allocation Specify with Mouse Check this option when changing the selection order numbers in a batch according to [Direction for Allocation] explained in “5.” Specify with Mouse Check this option when changing the selection order numbers according to the order in which you click the display parts.
  • Page 438 25.3 Selection Order Batch Change Direction for Allocation This setting is valid when [Automatic Allocation] (“1”) is selected. Coordinate Order Selection order is determined based on the top-left coordinates of the display parts. You may select a different direction through the [Change] button.
  • Page 439 25.3 Selection Order Batch Change Order Change Procedure Automatic Allocation: Coordinate Order The procedure is explained with an example shown below. • Target Item: Num. Display • Direction for Allocation: Downward “↓” • Start No.: 5 Step 1 Select five numerical data display parts for selection order change. Order INC Click [Tool] →...
  • Page 440 25.3 Selection Order Batch Change Step 5 Select [Coordinate Order] for [Direction for Allocation]. Go to the [Direction Select] dialog through the [Change] button. Select the downward direction “↓”. Step 6 Review the settings made in the previous steps, and click [OK]. Step 7 Order numbers are allocated to the display parts based on the order of coordinates.
  • Page 441 25.3 Selection Order Batch Change Automatic Allocation: Placement Order The procedure is explained with an example shown below. • Target Item: Num. Display • Start No.: 5 Step 1 Select five numerical data display parts for selection order change. Placement order Order INC Click [Tool] →...
  • Page 442 25.3 Selection Order Batch Change Step 5 Select [Placement Order] for [Direction for Allocation]. Step 6 Review the settings made in the previous steps, and click [OK]. Step 7 Order numbers are allocated to the display parts based on the order of placement. The necessary settings have been completed.
  • Page 443 25.3 Selection Order Batch Change Specify with Mouse The procedure is explained with an example shown below. • Target Item: Num. Display • Start No.: 5 Step 1 Select five numerical data display parts for selection order change. Order INC Click [Tool] →...
  • Page 444 25.3 Selection Order Batch Change Step 7 The following window is displayed.* Selection order numbers appear at the top-left corners of the numerical data display parts ([Function: Entry Target]). Click the numerical data display parts one by one to set their order numbers.
  • Page 445 25.3 Selection Order Batch Change Step 9 When the selection order setting you have made is OK, click [Finish] from the right-click menu. (To cancel the changes to the selection order, click [Cancel].) Step 10 Order numbers are allocated to the display parts according to the settings you made. The necessary settings have been completed.
  • Page 446 25.4 Image File 3D Part Conversion 25.4 Image File 3D Part Conversion Overview • 3D parts using bitmap files can be created easily. With versions earlier than V-SFT version 5.1.0.0, it is necessary to place a part, select [Style] → [Customize] →...
  • Page 447 25.4 Image File 3D Part Conversion Setting Procedure There are two kinds of setting procedures available. Placing Parts from the [Tool] Menu Select [Tool] → [Paste Image File] → [Parts]. Step 1 (When [Pattern] is selected, the same image pasting method as before must be used.) The [Image List] dialog is displayed.
  • Page 448 25.4 Image File 3D Part Conversion Step 2 Choose the desired bitmap image. If the desired bitmap image is not displayed in the list, click [Open] and select the desired folder where the bitmap file you need is contained. [Delete] button: from the “User”...
  • Page 449 25.4 Image File 3D Part Conversion Step 4 Choose the part type. Choose [Switch] here. Step 5 Specify the number for [No. of Patterns]. Select “2” here. In the case of [Switch] or [Lamp] parts, select as many bitmap images as the number set for [No.
  • Page 450 25.4 Image File 3D Part Conversion Step 7 Click the [Change] button. The [Image List] dialog for bitmap image selection is displayed again. Select a bitmap image for [ON] and click [Select]. Step 8 When you have selected bitmap images for [OFF] and [ON], click [Place]. The selected bitmap image converted to a switch part appears together with a cross- shaped cursor.
  • Page 451 25.4 Image File 3D Part Conversion Placing Parts with Copy & Paste Step 1 Select and copy the image you have prepared using a Windows image processing software. (In this example, Paint is used for copying.) Select [Edit] → [Paste] on the editor. Step 2 The [Image Target Selection] dialog is displayed.
  • Page 452 25.4 Image File 3D Part Conversion Step 3 Select [Parts] and click [OK]. The [Image Conversion] dialog is displayed. Step 4 Choose the part type. Choose [Lamp] here. Step 5 In the case of a switch or lamp part, specify the number for [No. of Patterns]. Select “2”...
  • Page 453 25.4 Image File 3D Part Conversion Step 7 When you have selected bitmap images for [OFF] and [ON], click [Place]. Step 8 The dialog shown below is displayed. Save the OFF image you pasted in step 5. The image is saved in the “User” folder. Enter a name for [Save the image in .BMP file] and click [OK].
  • Page 454 25.4 Image File 3D Part Conversion Note • If you want to change the image of a part that is placed in this way, handle it as an ordinary 3D part. Select [Customize] in the [Style] tab window and change the bitmap file. 25-25...
  • Page 455 25.5 Cross-reference 25.5 Cross-reference Overview Cross-reference enables you to easily search screen data for items such as macro blocks. When the target is found, the area where it is used can be called up to the screen. Setting Procedure Targeted Items •...
  • Page 456 25.5 Cross-reference Step 3 Click [OK]. The [Cross-reference] view shows the macro block numbers that fit your search criteria and the areas where the macro blocks are used. * When nothing is found, “None / No occurrence.” appears. 25-27...
  • Page 457 25.5 Cross-reference Step 4 In the [Cross-reference] view, double-click your desired item, or select an item and click the [VIEW JUMP] icon. A jump is made to the screen where the above-selected item is included. The dialog of the item is also displayed. * The item dialog is not displayed when [Prohibit Item View Display by Single Click] is selected in the [General] tab window that is displayed by selecting [File] →...
  • Page 458 25.6 Text Comparison 25.6 Text Comparison Overview This text comparison function enables you to compare two files in the computer or a file in the computer with the data in the V8 unit. You will be notified of the result after comparison. Compared to file comparison in the previous manner, mismatches found as the result of comparison are shown in detail.
  • Page 459 25.6 Text Comparison Step 4 Upon completion of comparison, the [Comparison] window appears to show the result. The locations where mismatches are found are highlighted in red. For how to check those mismatches in detail, refer to “Check in Detail” (page 25-31). * In the case of perfect matching, the message “Data Match”...
  • Page 460 25.6 Text Comparison Step 4 Upon completion of comparison, the [Comparison] window appears to show the result. The locations where mismatches are found are highlighted in red. For how to check those mismatches in detail, refer to “Check in Detail” (page 25-31). * In the case of perfect matching, the message “Data Match”...
  • Page 461 25.6 Text Comparison Step 2 The [Detail] window is displayed. Matches are shown in black, and mismatches are highlighted in red. Step 3 [Upward search]/[Downward search]: These buttons are used to search for mismatches upward or downward. [CSV]: This button is used when you output the contents currently displayed to a CSV file. (The CSV file shows even the mismatches in black.) Mismatched coordinates 25-32...
  • Page 462 25.7 Selective Transfer 25.7 Selective Transfer Overview If multiple operators edit one set of screen data, it is not possible to independently manage the screen data edited by, for instance, operator A and operator B. In this event, an operator may mistakenly edit any portion of the screen data that belongs to someone else and may transfer the screen data to the V8 unit.
  • Page 463 25.7 Selective Transfer Example Original screen data: Hakko.V8 Screen data for operator A: AAA.V8 (transfer items assigned to A: screen Nos. 0 to 10) Screen data for operator B: BBB.V8 (transfer item assigned to B: screen No. 99) Administrator The administrator assigns the transfer items to A and B.
  • Page 464 25.7 Selective Transfer Setting Location for Setting Click [File] → [Property]. Open the [Selective Transfer] tab window. Setting Items Administrator User 1 to 4 Use Selective Checked: Transfer Selective transfer is available. User Select a user who undertakes screen editing in this field. •...
  • Page 465 25.7 Selective Transfer Administrator An administrator-level password can be set through this button. [Password] Switching in the [User] field can be password-protected. (No (within 6 password protection is provided for switching from “Administrator” to alphanumerics) “User” in the [User] field as detailed in the table below.) Password protection will prohibit users to change the assignment of transfer items on their own.
  • Page 466 25.7 Selective Transfer Procedure This section describes the usage of the selective transfer function, taking the following case for example. • Transfer items assigned to user 1: Screen Nos. 0 to 10 • Transfer items assigned to user 2: Screen No. 99 Administrator Step 1 Check [...
  • Page 467 25.7 Selective Transfer Step 3 In the [Transfer Item Selection] dialog, check [Screen] and specify screen Nos. 1 to 10. Click the [OK] button. Step 4 In the [Selective Transfer] tab window, click the [Password] button for [User 1]. Set a password for user 1 (within six alphanumerics).
  • Page 468 25.7 Selective Transfer Step 7 Proceed to user 2 settings. In the [User] field, select “Administrator”. Check [ User 2]. Follow steps 2 through 6 for user 2. Step 8 Two screen data files for users 1 and 2 are now prepared. The necessary settings have been completed.
  • Page 469 25.7 Selective Transfer Export from V8 to Computer When password protection is set, the following confirmation dialog is displayed before screen data export from the V8 unit. User Screen data is exported from the V8 unit under the name of the user selected in this field. The default shown in this field is the user who performed data transfer to the V8 most recently.
  • Page 470 25.8 Message/Comment Transfer 25.8 Message/Comment Transfer Overview If it is necessary to display, for example, different unit names on alarm messages depending on the situation while using the same screen data, the message/comment transfer function can be used to transfer a text file for messages only. Messages can easily be edited in text format.
  • Page 471 25.8 Message/Comment Transfer Target Items • [Registration Item] → [Message] • [Registration Item] → [Comment] Setting Location for Setting Check [ Importing message and comment data from text file when data transfer]. ([File] → [Property] → [Transfer]) Procedure Message The section explains the case where messages in message GNo. 0 of Language 1 are changed. Step 1 Start up Notepad.
  • Page 472 25.8 Message/Comment Transfer Step 2 Register messages in order from the top. [Message Edit] window of the screen data * A maximum of 127 one-byte (63 two-byte) characters per line and a maximum of 256 lines can be registered. All of the 256 lines are transferred. Note that character properties are not transferred.
  • Page 473 25.8 Message/Comment Transfer Step 5 Check that the screen data and the text file are saved in the same location. (Example: desktop) Screen data Message Start V-SFT and open the [Transfer] dialog ([File] → [Transfer]). Step 6 Click [PC ->]. Step 7 Select screen data.
  • Page 474 25.8 Message/Comment Transfer Comment The section explains the case where comments of Language 1 are changed. Step 1 Open the screen data. (Example: Hakko.V8) Open the [Commend Edit] window ([Registration Item] → [Comment]). Step 2 Click [File] → [Export]. The [Save As] dialog is displayed. Step 3 Be sure to select the same location where the screen data “*.V8”...
  • Page 475 25.8 Message/Comment Transfer Step 5 Check that the screen data and the text file are saved in the same location. (Example: desktop) Screen data Comment Step 6 Open the text file on Notepad. (Example: CMNT00.txt) Edit a comment in double-quotation marks. Comment No.: //1 - 32767 Contents: “(comment)”...
  • Page 476 25.8 Message/Comment Transfer Start V-SFT and open the [Transfer] dialog ([File] → [Transfer]). Step 8 Click [PC ->]. Step 9 Select screen data. (Example: Hakko.V8) Step 10 Transfer of the screen data and comment file starts. Transfer has been completed. 25-47...
  • Page 477 25.8 Message/Comment Transfer Notes • When a text file is transferred with the screen data that includes a blank line or comment for which Windows font properties are set, properties set for the blank line or comment will be deleted. Example: Message Text file [Message Edit] window...
  • Page 478: Usb Barcode Reader

    26.1 Applicable Models 26 USB Connection This section describes the equipment that can be connected at the USB-A port. • USB barcode reader (Refer to “26.3 USB Barcode Reader”.) • USB keyboard (Refer to “26.4 USB Keyboard”.) • USB mouse (Refer to “26.5 USB Mouse”.) •...
  • Page 479 26.2 Notes on USB Connection 26.2 Notes on USB Connection Limitations on Connection Devices • It is not possible to connect multiple USB devices of the same kind at the same time. (Example: Two USB barcode readers = × (not connectable), Two USB keyboards = × (not connectable)) Using a USB hub, one device of each kind can be connected.
  • Page 480 26.2 Notes on USB Connection Device Combinations Combination of devices usable at the same time: Combination of devices not usable at the same time: × USB barcode USB keyboard USB mouse USB-FDD reader USB barcode − × reader × − USB keyboard −...
  • Page 481 26.3 USB Barcode Reader 26.3 USB Barcode Reader Overview • The USB HID class barcode reader can be connected. SYSTEM Code No. 4942621576213 Importing data • A variety of barcodes can be read in the same way as the case of RS-232C connection. Operation Verified Readers •...
  • Page 482 26.3 USB Barcode Reader Setting Procedure Select [System Setting] → [Device Connection Setting], and select [Barcode]. In addition to [CN1], [MJ1] and [MJ2], [USB A] is added and becomes selectable for [Connect to:]. For USB connection, select [USB A]. The items that require setting are the same as those with [CN1], [MJ1] or [MJ2]. For more information, refer to “17 Barcode”...
  • Page 483 26.4 USB Keyboard 26.4 USB Keyboard Overview • In place of a keypad or character entry keys, a USB keyboard can be used in entry mode. SYSTEM 1564 T-L-00A T-L-00B 1653 R-L-00A Applicable USB Keyboards • Japanese keyboard (106 keyboard, 109 keyboard, etc.) •...
  • Page 484 26.4 USB Keyboard Setting Procedure To enable the USB keyboard, settings are required on the editor and the MONITOUCH. Settings on MONITOUCH Select the language for the keyboard on the Main Menu screen. (When using a keypad, this setting is not necessary.) 1.
  • Page 485 26.4 USB Keyboard 3. The Keyboard Selection screen is displayed. Select the language to be used for the keyboard, and press the [Setting Finished] switch. SYSTEM ← Press [Setting Finished] to end. 4. The I/O Test screen is displayed again. Press the [Return] switch to move back to the Main Menu screen.
  • Page 486 26.4 USB Keyboard Keyboard Key Functions The V8 functions assigned to the keys on the keyboard are listed below: USB Keyboard Switch Function Remarks Character keys Character input Enter Write Clear − (minus) Toggle sign Space Space Back Space Backspace Delete DELETE −1...
  • Page 487 26.5 USB Mouse 26.5 USB Mouse Overview • A USB mouse can be connected. Instead of pressing on the screen, the mouse can be used for switch operation. SYSTEM STOP • When the touch switch driver is installed on the computer and the computer is connected with the V8 series via the transfer cable (V-CP), operations on the RGB input screen can be performed using a USB mouse.
  • Page 488 26.5 USB Mouse Connection Use the USB-A port on the V8. SYSTEM USB-A * Only one USB mouse can be connected. Setting Procedure There is no special setting required for using a USB mouse. Mouse Operation Mouse Pointer Shape The mouse pointer displayed on the MONITOUCH is shown below: Mouse Operation The mouse operations available with the MONITOUCH are listed below: Mouse Operation...
  • Page 489 26.6 USB FDD (Floppy Disk Drive) 26.6 USB FDD (Floppy Disk Drive) Overview • A USB FDD can be connected. SYSTEM Data read / write SAVE LOAD • Memory media available with the V8 are: CF card in the built-in FC card slot; CF card in the CF card reader/writer that is USB connected, floppy disk inserted in the USB FDD.
  • Page 490 26.6 USB FDD (Floppy Disk Drive) Setting Procedure There is no special setting required for using a USB FDD. Applicable Media • 2HD type (1.44 MB, PC/AT format) • 2DD type (640 kB, MS-DOS format) Available Functions Macro Command • COPY_FILE System Memory The system memory addresses relating to the USB FDD are shown below.
  • Page 491 26.6 USB FDD (Floppy Disk Drive) Please use this page freely. 26-14...
  • Page 492 Ladder Transfer via USB or Ethernet 27 Ladder Transfer via USB or Ethernet Overview You can write or monitor PLC ladder programs via the V8i or V8 series using the USB port or Ethernet. • Ladder transfer via USB USB cable PLC ladder USB-A software...
  • Page 493 Ladder Transfer via USB or Ethernet Operating Environment Available V8 Models MONITOUCH Model Port V815X/V812S/V810S/V810T/V810C V808S/V808C/V808CH USB-B V806T/V806C/V806M V815iX/V812iS/V810iS/V810iT/V810iC V808iS/V808iC/V808iCH Built-in LAN or USB-B V806iT/V806iC/V806iM Applicable OS for Computer Microsoft Windows 2000/XP * Our ladder tool software LadderComOp is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 2000 on the following PLC models.
  • Page 494 Ladder Transfer via USB or Ethernet Setting Items LadderComOp Setting → page 27-4 • “LadderComOp” Installation • [Ladder Transfer Setting] in “LadderComOp” - [Ladder Transfer Setting] in “LadderComOp”→ page 27-7 - [Ladder Transfer Setting] in “LadderComOp”→ page 27-9 About LadderComOp This is an application required for ladder transfer via USB/Ethernet.
  • Page 495 Ladder Transfer via USB or Ethernet LadderComOp Installation Ladder transfer via USB/Ethernet is available, provided that the dedicated tool, “LadderComOp”, is installed on the computer. If you install the “LadderComOp” from the V-SFT-5 CD, perform the procedure below from step 1. If you have downloaded the “LadderComOp”...
  • Page 496 Ladder Transfer via USB or Ethernet 5. Installation starts. 6. Click the [Finish] button. Reboot your computer. Whenever you have installed or uninstalled the “LadderComOp”, reboot your computer. Failure to reboot your computer may cause a malfunction. 7. “LadderComOp” is added as an option under V-SFT-5. 27-5...
  • Page 497 Ladder Transfer via USB or Ethernet Ladder Transfer via USB This section describes the settings for ladder transfer using the QnH (Q) series as an example. [Device Connection Setting] in V-SFT 1. Click [System Setting] → [Device Connection Setting]. The [Device Connection Setting] dialog is displayed.
  • Page 498 Ladder Transfer via USB or Ethernet [Ladder Transfer Setting] in LadderComOp 1. From the [Start] menu of your computer, click [Programs] → [V-SFTV5] → [LadderComOp] → [Ladder Transfer Setting]. The [Ladder Transfer Setting] dialog is displayed. 2. Check the box for [ COM port].
  • Page 499 Ladder Transfer via USB or Ethernet Ladder Transfer via Ethernet [Device Connection Setting] in V-SFT 1. For how to reach the [Device Connection Setting] dialog, refer to “[Device Connection Setting] in V-SFT” in “Ladder Transfer via USB” (page 27-6). 2. Open the [Ladder Transfer Port] tab window. Select [Built-in LAN] for [Connection] and select a number for [Port No.].
  • Page 500 Ladder Transfer via USB or Ethernet [Ladder Transfer Setting] in LadderComOp 1. For how to reach the [Ladder Transfer Setting] dialog, refer to “[Ladder Transfer Setting] in LadderComOp” in “Ladder Transfer via USB” (page 27-7). 2. Check the box for [ COM port].
  • Page 501 Ladder Transfer via USB or Ethernet COM Port Setting for PLC Once you have specified a COM port in the [Ladder Transfer Setting] dialog in LadderComOp, set the COM port in the dialog shown below in the programming software for your PLC. In the case of ladder transfer via USB, turn on the V8 unit and establish its connection with the computer via a USB cable before proceeding to the COM port setting.
  • Page 502 Ladder Transfer via USB or Ethernet Fuji Electric “SX-Programmer Expert (D300win)” Specify the same value as the baud rate between the V8 unit and the PLC. Notes • Whenever you have made changes to the LadderComOp settings, restart the PLC programming software.
  • Page 503 Ladder Transfer via USB or Ethernet Please use this page freely. 27-12...
  • Page 504 Appendix 1 System Memory Appendix 1 System Memory Addition to System Memory The following system memory addresses ($s) have been added. For description of the other system memory addresses ($s), refer to the V8 Series Reference Manual. Description Memory Type →...
  • Page 505 Appendix 1 System Memory Description Memory Type ← V 1057 Macro execution result: Conversion, transfer For more information, refer to “23 Macro”. ← V 1059 Macro execution result: Macro operation control For more information, refer to “23 Macro”. ← V 1062 Macro execution result: CF card For more information, refer to “23 Macro”.
  • Page 506 Appendix 2 Error Appendix 2 Error Additional Errors The following errors are added. For details on other error numbers, item numbers, and sub item numbers, refer to the V8 Series Reference Manual provided separately. Error: xxx (xx: xx) Sub item number Item number Error number Error No.
  • Page 507 Appendix 2 Error Item number The item number shows the editing screen or other place where the error is detected. 52: Remote desktop table setting Sub item number The sub item number shows the number allocated for items regarding the detected error. (If it is blank, it means that no sub item number is allocated.) Hiding Warning Error When an error check is performed on the editor, all errors (E) and warnings (W) are displayed at one...
  • Page 508 Hakko Electronics Co., Ltd. www.monitouch.com 890-1, Kamikashiwano-machi, Hakusan-shi, Sales Ishikawa, 924-0035 Japan TEL +81-76-274-2144 FAX +81-76-274-5208 1060NE9 10500000...

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