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Mitsubishi Electric Q66DA-G User Manual

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  • Page 1 Channel Isolated Digital-Analog Converter Module User's Manual -Q66DA-G -GX Configurator-DA (SW2D5C-QDAU-E)

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Read these precautions before using this product.) Before using this product, please read this manual and the relevant manuals carefully and pay full attention to safety to handle the product correctly. The precautions given in this manual are concerned with this product only. For the safety precautions of the programmable controller system, refer to the user's manual for the CPU module used.
  • Page 4 [Installation Precautions] CAUTION Use the programmable controller in an environment that meets the general specifications in the user's manual for the CPU module used. Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, malfunction, or damage to or deterioration of the product.
  • Page 5 [Wiring Precautions] CAUTION A protective film is attached to the top of the module to prevent foreign matter, such as wire chips, from entering the module during wiring. Do not remove the film during wiring. Remove it for heat dissipation before system operation. [Startup and Maintenance Precautions] WARNING Do not touch any terminal while power is on.
  • Page 6 [Disposal Precautions] CAUTION When disposing of this product, treat it as industrial waste.

  • Page 7: Conditions Of Use For The Product

    CONDITIONS OF USE FOR THE PRODUCT (1) Mitsubishi programmable controller ("the PRODUCT") shall be used in conditions; i) where any problem, fault or failure occurring in the PRODUCT, if any, shall not lead to any major or serious accident; and ii) where the backup and fail-safe function are systematically or automatically provided outside of the PRODUCT for the case of any problem, fault or failure occurring in the PRODUCT.

  • Page 8: Revisions

    REVISIONS * The manual number is given on the bottom left of the back cover. Print Date *Manual Number Revision Oct., 2006 SH (NA)-080648ENG-A First edition Jan.,2007 SH (NA)-080648ENG-B Correction Section 3.2.1, 4.6 Correction Jan., 2008 SH (NA)-080648ENG-C SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, About the Generic Terms and Abbreviations, Section 1.1, 2.1, 2.3, 4.1, 4.6, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 7.3.3, 7.3.5, 8.1, Appendix 1, 1.1 to Addition Section 2.2...
  • Page 9 This manual confers no industrial property rights or any rights of any other kind, nor does it confer any patent licenses. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation cannot be held responsible for any problems involving industrial property rights which may occur as a result of using the contents noted in this manual.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC-Q series programmable controllers. Before using the equipment, please read this manual carefully to develop full familiarity with the functions and performance of the Q series programmable controller you have purchased, so as to ensure correct use.
  • Page 11 Buffer Memory ..........................3 - 25 3.4.1 Buffer memory assignment....................3 - 25 3.4.2 D/A conversion enable/disable setting (Un\G0)..............3 - 28 3.4.3 CH[]Digital value (Un\G1 to Un\G6)..................3 - 28 3.4.4 CH[]Set value check code (Un\G11 to Un\G16) ..............3 - 29 3.4.5 Error code (Un\G19) ......................
  • Page 12 5.6.2 Offset/gain setting operation....................5 - 23 5.6.3 Confirmation of Conversion Characteristic ................5 - 25 5.6.4 Pass data..........................5 - 27 FB Conversion of Initial Setting/Auto Refresh Setting ..............5 - 29 Usage of FB ........................... 5 - 31 5.8.1 Outline ..........................
  • Page 13 8.2.7 When External power supply READY (X7) does not turn on..........8 - 5 8.2.8 Checking the Q66DA-G status using GX Developer system monitor........8 - 6 APPENDICES App- 1 to App - 11 Appendix 1 Dedicated Instruction List and Available Devices..............App- 1 Appendix 1.1 G(P).OFFGAN ........................App- 2...

  • Page 14: Manuals

    COMPLIANCE WITH EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES (1) Method of ensuring compliance To ensure that Mitsubishi Electric programmable controllers maintain EMC and Low Voltage Directives when incorporated into other machinery or equipment, certain measures may be necessary. Please refer to one of the following manuals.

  • Page 15: Generic Terms And Abbreviations

    The abbreviation for function block PACKING LIST The product package contains the following. Model Product Quantity Q66DA-G Q66DA-G Channel Isolated Digital-Analog Converter module SW2D5C-QDAU-E GX Configurator-DA Version 2 (single license product) (CD-ROM) SW2D5C-QDAU-EA GX Configurator-DA Version 2 (volume license product) (CD-ROM)

  • Page 16: Overview

    This User's Manual describes the specifications, handling and programming methods for the Q66DA-G type channel isolated digital-analog converter module (hereinafter referred to as the Q66DA-G) that is used in combination with a MELSEC-Q series CPU module (hereinafter referred to as the programmable controller CPU).
  • Page 17 Further, the existing specifications can be applied to the new system by using sequence programs and performing the following: • Succession of offset/gain settings to the new Q66DA-G • Transfer of offset/gain setting values to the other Q66DA-Gs mounted on the...

  • Page 18: System Configuration

    Q66DA-G, refer to the Q Corresponding MELSECNET/H Network System Reference Manual (Remote I/O network). (2) Support of the multiple CPU system When using the Q66DA-G in a multiple CPU system, refer to the following manual first. • QCPU User's Manual (Multiple CPU System) (3) Support of online module change The function version of the Q66DA-G has been "C"...
  • Page 19 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION (4) Supported software packages Relation between the system containing the Q66DA-G and software package is shown in the following table. GX Developer or GX Works2 are necessary when using the Q66DA-G. Software Version GX Developer GX Configurator-DA GX Works2...

  • Page 20: Precautions On System Configuration

    When using GX Works2, refer to the following. • GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Common) • GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Intelligent Function Module) Precautions on System Configuration (1) Using Q66DA-G with Redundant CPU (a) Dedicated instructions Dedicated instructions cannot be used. (b) GX Configurator-DA GX Configurator-DA cannot be used when accessing the Redundant CPU via an intelligent function module on an extension base unit from GX Developer.

  • Page 21: Checking Function Version, Serial Number And Software Version

    (1) Checking the function version and serial number of the Q66DA-G The serial number and function version of the Q66DA-G are described in the rating plate, on the front part of the module, or displayed in the system monitor dialog box of GX Developer.
  • Page 22 Serial No. Product No. 1) Displaying the product No. Since the Q66DA-G does not support the display function, "-" is displayed in the "Product No." field. The serial number displayed in the Product Information List dialog box of GX Developer may differ from that on the rating plate and on the front of the module.
  • Page 23 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION (2) Checking the software version of GX Configurator-DA The software version of GX Configurator-DA can be checked by selecting [Help]- [Product information] in GX Developer. Software version (In the case of GX Developer Version 8) 2.3 Checking Function Version, Serial Number and Software Version...

  • Page 24: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Performance Specifications 3.1.1 Performance specifications list Table3.1 Performance specifications list Item Specifications Number of analog outputs 6 points (6 channels) 16-bit signed binary (normal resolution mode:-4096 to 4095 Digital input high resolution mode: -12288 to 12287, -16384 to 16383) Using scaling function 16-bit signed binary (-32768 to 32767) Voltage...

  • Page 25: I/O Conversion Characteristics

    Weight 0.22kg *1 Accuracy of offset/gain setting at ambient temperature The Q66DA-G needs to be powered on 30 minutes prior to operation for compliance to the specifi- cation (accuracy). *2 Accuracy per temperature change of 1 °C Example: Accuracy when temperature changes from 25 to 30 °C 0.1% (Reference accuracy) + 0.008%/ °C (temperature coefficient)
  • Page 26 SPECIFICATIONS (1) Voltage output characteristic Fig3.1 shows a graph of the voltage output characteristic. 2) 0 to 5V 1) 1 to 5V Normal resolution Normal resolution mode mode High resolution High resolution mode mode -288 -96 4000 4095 12000 12287 -288 -96 4000 4095 12000 12287 Digital input value...
  • Page 27 SPECIFICATIONS (1) Use the module within the digital input range and analog output range for each output range setting. If these ranges are exceeded, the maximum resolution and accuracy may not fall within the performance specifications. (Avoid using the dotted line area shown in Fig3.1.) (2) In user range setting 3, the maximum and minimum output values are 6V and -6V respectively.
  • Page 28 SPECIFICATIONS (2) Current output characteristic Fig3.2 shows a graph of the current output characteristic. 2) 0 to 20mA 1) 4 to 20mA Normal resolution Normal resolution mode mode High resolution High resolution mode mode -288 -96 4000 4095 12000 12287 -288 -96 4000 4095 12000 12287...
  • Page 29 SPECIFICATIONS (1) Use the module within the digital input range and analog output range for each output range setting. If these ranges are exceeded, the maximum resolution and accuracy may not fall within the performance specifications. (Avoid using the dotted line area shown in Fig3.2.) (2) Set the offset/gain values for the user range setting 1 within a range in which the following conditions are satisfied.

  • Page 30: Accuracy

    (temperature coefficient) (difference in temperature variation) = 0.14% 3.1.4 Conversion speed The conversion speed for the Q66DA-G is "6ms the number of conversion enabled channels". By setting the unused channels to D/A conversion disabled (Refer to Section 3.4.2), the conversion speed can be increased.

  • Page 31: Function List

    SPECIFICATIONS Function List Table3.2 shows the functions of the Q66DA-G. Table3.2 Function list Item Function Reference section D/A conversion enable/ • Specifies whether to enable or disable the D/A conversion for each channel. Section 3.4.2 disable function • Disabling D/A conversion of unused channels can increase the conversion speed.

  • Page 32: Analog Output Hold/Clear Function

    *1 This occurs when program operations are not completed within the scheduled time due to a hard- ware problem of the Q66DA-G. When a watchdog timer error occurs, Module READY (X0) turns off and the Q66DA-G RUN LED turns off.
  • Page 33 • Validate the station unit block guarantee of the send side cyclic data. • The setting for holding the Q66DA-G output in the case of a link error must be made in the "Error time output mode in the I/O assignment set- ting".

  • Page 34: Analog Output Test During Programmable Controller Cpu Stop

    SPECIFICATIONS 3.2.2 Analog output test during programmable controller CPU STOP (1) While the programmable controller CPU is in STOP, an analog output test as shown in Table3.4 can be performed. (2) To conduct an analog output test, perform the following on Device test of GX Devel- oper or on the relevant test screens of Configurator-DA (Refer to Section 5.6.1.).

  • Page 35: Warning Output Function

    SPECIFICATIONS 3.2.3 Warning output function (1) If a digital input value is greater than the warning output upper limit value or less than the warning output lower limit value, Warning output flag (Un\G48), Warning output signal (XE), and the ALM LED will turn on, informing the warning. Warning is output for a D/A-conversion-enabled channel only.
  • Page 36 SPECIFICATIONS (1) If a warning is output immediately after D/A conversion is enabled, make Warning output clear request after writing a digital value that is less than the warning output upper limit value and greater than the warning output lower limit value.

  • Page 37: Rate Control Function

    (3) Although values on a per-6ms basis are set in CH Increase/decrease digital limit value (Un\G70 to Un\G81), the actual cycle in which the Q66DA-G updates analog values is (6ms x number of conversion-enabled channels). Therefore, the maximum increase/decrease in analog output values under the rate control is a D/A converted value of (Increase/decrease digital limit value x No.
  • Page 38 SPECIFICATIONS (4) If the operation of the programmable controller CPU varies at the setting of D/A con- version enable, D/A output enable and analog output CLEAR, the rate control func- tions operate as indicated below. • If the programmable controller CPU has switched from RUN to STOP (error): Rate control does not function.

  • Page 39: Scaling Function

    SPECIFICATIONS 3.2.5 Scaling function The digital input value range can be changed to any given range between -32000 and 32000. To use this function, the following settings are required for each channel. • Enable the scaling function: Scaling enable/disable setting (Un\G53) •...
  • Page 40 SPECIFICATIONS (2) When using the user range setting for the output range (a) Set a digital value, which is equivalent to the analog gain value to be output, as the scaling upper limit value. Also, set a digital value, which is equivalent to the analog offset value to be output, as the scaling lower limit value.
  • Page 41 SPECIFICATIONS (1) Even if the digital value input range is enlarged, the resolution will not be more than the one applied when the scaling function is not used. As the digital value input range is narrowed, the resolution is lowered. (2) When a digital value input range not including zero (0), such as "1000 to 6000", is specified, turn on CH Output enable/disable flag (Y1 to Y6) after...

  • Page 42: I/O Signals For The Programmable Controller Cpu

    SPECIFICATIONS I/O Signals for the Programmable Controller CPU 3.3.1 List of I/O signals Table 3.5 shows a list of the I/O signals for the Q66DA-G. Table3.5 List of I/O signal Signal direction Signal direction CPU module Q66DA-G Q66DA-G CPU module...

  • Page 43: Details Of I/O Signals

    SPECIFICATIONS 3.3.2 Details of I/O signals I/O signals for the Q66DA-G are explained in detail below. (1) Input signals Device No. Signal name Description When the programmable controller CPU is powered on or reset, this signal turns ON when the initial processings in the Q66DA-G are all completed.
  • Page 44 Warning output upper/lower limit value (Un\G86 to Un\G97) Under the following conditions, Operating condition setting completed flag (X9) turns off. When Operating condition setting request (Y9) is on Operating condition setting completed Performed by the Q66DA-G flag Performed by the sequence program Module READY(X0) Operating condition...
  • Page 45 This is used as an interlock condition for turning on/off Channel change request (YB) when specifying the user range and channel to perform offset/gain settings. Refer to Section 4.6 regarding the offset/gain settings. Performed by the Q66DA-G Performed by the sequence program Offset/gain setting mode Offset/gain...

  • Page 46: D/A Conversion Enable/Disable Setting (Un\G0)

    Refer to the X9 column for the on/off timing. [In offset/gain setting mode] Turn on this signal when the values for the adjusted offset/gain settings are registered in the Q66DA-G. Refer to the XA column for the on/off timing. User range writing Refer to Section 4.6 for offset/gain settings.
  • Page 47 SPECIFICATIONS When User range writing request (YA) is turned on with D/A conversion enabled in the normal mode, the Q66DA-G restores the user range. Offset/gain setting mode flag (XA) User range writing request (YA) During Restoration Restoration processing restoration completed...

  • Page 48: Buffer Memory

    SPECIFICATIONS Buffer Memory 3.4.1 Buffer memory assignment Table3.6 indicates the buffer memory assignment of the Q66DA-G. Do not write data from system area or sequence program to the buffer memory area where writing is disabled. Doing so may cause malfunction.
  • Page 49 SPECIFICATIONS Table 3.6 Buffer memory assignment (2/3) Address Reference Description Default Read/write Hexadecimal Decimal section Scaling enable/disable setting 003F Section 3.4.13 CH1 Scaling lower limit value CH1 Scaling upper limit value CH2 Scaling lower limit value CH2 Scaling upper limit value CH3 Scaling lower limit value CH3 Scaling upper limit value Section 3.4.14...
  • Page 50 SPECIFICATIONS Table 3.6 Buffer memory assignment (3/3) Address Reference Description Default Read/write Hexadecimal Decimal section System area Mode switching setting Section 3.4.17 System area Section 3.4.18 Pass data classification setting System area CH1 Industrial shipment settings offset value CH1 Industrial shipment settings gain value CH2 Industrial shipment settings offset value CH2 Industrial shipment settings gain value CH3 Industrial shipment settings offset value...
  • Page 51 SPECIFICATIONS 3.4.2 D/A conversion enable/disable setting (Un\G0) (1) Set whether D/A conversion is enabled or disabled for each channel. (2) To validate the settings, on/off of Operating condition setting request (Y9) is required. (Refer to Section 3.3.2.) (3) By default, all channels are set to D/A conversion disabled. b15 b14 b13 b12 b11 b10 Un\G0 1: D/A conversion disabled...

  • Page 52: Ch[]Set Value Check Code (Un\G11 To Un\G16)

    Digital value (Un\G1 to Un\G6) are checked. (Refer to Section 3.2.5.) 3.4.5 Error code (Un\G19) (1) This area stores the error codes detected by the Q66DA-G. (2) Refer to Section 8.1 for more details of the error codes. - 29 3.4 Buffer Memory...

  • Page 53: Setting Range (Un\G20, Un\G21)

    SPECIFICATIONS 3.4.6 Setting range (Un\G20, Un\G21) (1) This area is used to confirm the setting range of the Q66DA-G. b12 b11 Un\G20 (setting range CH1 to CH4) Un\G21 (setting range CH5, CH6) b8 to b15 information is fixed at 0.

  • Page 54: Offset/Gain Setting Mode Offset/Gain Specification (Un\G22, Un\G23)

    SPECIFICATIONS 3.4.7 Offset/gain setting mode Offset/gain specification (Un\G22, Un\G23) (1) Specifies the channel to be adjusted for the offset/gain settings. (2) Channel change request (YB) must be turned on/off to validate the offset/gain setting. (Refer to Section 3.3.2.) (3) Specification can be made for 1 channel only. If more than one channel is set at the same time, an error occurs and an error code is stored in Error code (Un\G19).

  • Page 55: Offset/Gain Range Setting (Un\G25)

    SPECIFICATIONS 3.4.9 Offset/gain range setting (Un\G25) (1) This area is used to change the output range in the offset/gain setting mode. Turning on Channel change request (YB) changes the output range into the set one. If any value outside the setting range is set, an error occurs and the corresponding Error code (Un\G19) is stored.

  • Page 56: Warning Output Flag (Un\G48)

    SPECIFICATIONS 3.4.12 Warning output flag (Un\G48) (1) When the digital input value falls outside CH Warning output upper/lower limit value (Un\G86 to Un\G97) range, the bit corresponding to each channel turns to "1". (2) Whether the warning is the upper or lower limit value warning can be checked on each channel.

  • Page 57: Ch[]Scaling Upper/Lower Limit Value (Un\G54 To Un\G65)

    SPECIFICATIONS 3.4.14 ]Scaling upper/lower limit value (Un\G54 to Un\G65) (1) When the scaling function is used, set a digital value input range. (Refer to Section 3.2.5.) (2) The setting range is -32000 to 32000. Set them so that the scaling upper limit value is greater than the scaling lower limit value.

  • Page 58: Mode Switching Setting (Un\G158, Un\G159)

    SPECIFICATIONS 3.4.17 Mode switching setting (Un\G158, Un\G159) (1) Set the values of the mode to switch. (2) After setting the values, turning Operation condition setting request (Y9) from off to on enables mode switching. (3) When mode switching is performed, this area is cleared to zero and Operating condi- tion setting completed flag (X9) turns off.

  • Page 59: Industrial Shipment Settings And User Range Settings Offset/Gain Values (Un\G202 To Un\G225)

    SPECIFICATIONS 3.4.19 Industrial shipment settings and user range settings offset/gain values (Un\G202 to Un\G225) (1) Areas used to restore the user range settings offset/gain values when online module change is made. Refer to Chapter 7 for details of online module change. (2) When the offset/gain values of the user range setting are restored, the data to be used are stored (saved) when: •...

  • Page 60: Setup And Procedures Before Operation 4 - 1 To

    SETUP AND PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION SETUP AND PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION Handling Precautions (1) Do not drop the module case or subject it to heavy impact. (2) Do not remove the PCB of the module from its case. Doing so may cause the module failure.
  • Page 61 SETUP AND PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION (8) Fix the Q66DA-G with module fixing bracket after the Q66DA-G is mounted to the base unit. Make sure that the hook at the tip of the module fixing bracket is hooked on the 3rd slit viewed from the front of Q66DA-G.
  • Page 62 SETUP AND PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION Setup and Procedures Before Operation Start Module mounting Mounting the Q66DA-G in the specified slot wiring Wire external devices to the Q66DA-G (Refer to Section 4.3, 4.4) Intelligent functional module switch settings Perform settings using GX Developer (Refer to Section 4.5)

  • Page 63: Part Names

    Serial number plate Indicates the serial No. of the Q66DA-G. FG terminal L-Shaped Metal fitting to wire for FG of the Q66DA-G. metal fitting *1: When the module is mounted on a MELSECNET/H remote I/O station, the RUN LED stays off until a data link starts normally, even after the power is turned on.
  • Page 64 24VDC 24VDC 24GDC 24GDC (1) Connector for external wiring The connectors for use with the Q66DA-G should be purchased separately by the user. The following tables show the connector types and the crimp-contact tool. (a) Connector types Type Model name...

  • Page 65: Wiring

    (3) Perform a one-point grounding for shielded lines and the shields of shielded cables. (4) When the wiring of the module mounted right to the Q66DA-G is difficult, perform wir- ing after removing the Q66DA-G.

  • Page 66: External Wiring

    *2 If noise or ripple occurs for external wiring, connect a capacitor with the value of 0.1 to 0.47 F (with- stand voltage 25V or higher) to the input terminal of an external device. The Q66DA-G needs to be powered on 30 minutes prior to operation for compli- ance to the specification (accuracy).

  • Page 67: Connector/Terminal Block Converter Module

    SETUP AND PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION 4.4.3 Connector/terminal block converter module For the following products, please consult your local Mitsubishi Electric sales office or rep- resentative. Product Model Manufacturer Dedicated cable FA-CBL Q66DAG Mitsubishi Electric Engineering Co., Connector/terminal block con- FA1-TBS40DAG Ltd.

  • Page 68: Intelligent Function Module Switch Setting

    SETUP AND PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION Intelligent Function Module Switch Setting The intelligent function module switches are set in the I/O assignment setting of GX Devel- oper. (1) Setting items The intelligent function module switches, 1 to 5, are set using 16 bit data. The default value for switches 1 to 5 is 0.
  • Page 69 SETUP AND PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION (1) The switch 3 is set in binary. Setting will be easy if the input format is changed to binary number. [Example For setting CH3, CH5 and CH6 to HOLD.] Input format Binary Hexadecimal Setting value 00110100 (2) If the offset/gain setting mode is set using intelligent function module switch 4, resolution mode will be ignored.
  • Page 70 1) When using in the standard system configuration (on the main or extension base), specify the control CPU of the Q66DA-G. The analog output status of when an error has occurred in the Q66DA-G is determined according to the setting of "HOLD/CLEAR function setting" of the switch setting for intelligent function module.

  • Page 71: Offset/Gain Settings

    Desired analog *2 Do not perform the following during operation of "*2". Doing so may cause a flash output value? memory data error, resulting in malfunction of the Q66DA-G. Power-off of the programmable controller CPU Reset of the programmable controller CPU 4.6 Offset/Gain Settings...
  • Page 72 The offset/gain value of the channel where the error has occurred is not written to the Q66DA-G. (*1 indicates the corresponding channel number.) (7) Module READY (X0) turns from off to on when the offset/gain setting mode switches to the normal mode by the dedicated instruction (G(P).OFFGAN) or...
  • Page 73 (2) Program examples The program in the dotted area of (a) is common to (a), (b) and (c). In this example, the I/O signals for the Q66DA-G are X/Y0 to X/YF. • Channel selection..................M0 • Offset/gain range setting ................M1 •...
  • Page 74 The following sample program switches to the offset/gain setting mode with the dedicated instruction (G(P).OFFGAN), changes the channel where offset/gain setting will be made, adjusts the offset/gain values, and writes the offset/gain val- ues to the Q66DA-G. Switches to offset/gain setting mode Stores setting of dedicated instruction (G.OFFGAN) into D2.
  • Page 75 SETUP AND PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION (b) When switching the mode using the setting of Mode switching setting (Un\G158, Un\G159) and Operating condition setting request (Y9) Normal mode initial setting D/A conversion enable/disable setting Adding initial setting items Turns on Operating condition setting request (Y9).
  • Page 76 (3) Precautions Do not perform the following operations of (a), (b), and (c) in the offset/gain setting mode. (If performed, an error occurs in the flash memory data and the Q66DA-G may not operate properly.) (a) Powering the programmable controller CPU.

  • Page 77: Utility Package (Gx Configurator-Da)

    END command for the pro- setting grammable controller CPU is executed. (1) Monitor/Test The buffer memory and I/O signals for the Q66DA-G are monitored and tested. (2) Operating condition setting Changes the initial setting during operation.

  • Page 78: Installing And Uninstalling The Utility Package

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) Installing and Uninstalling the Utility Package For how to install or uninstall the utility package, refer to "Method of installing the MEL- SOFT Series" included in the utility package. 5.2.1 Handling precautions The following explains the precautions on using the GX Configurator-DA: (1) For safety Since GX Configurator-DA is add-in software for GX Developer, read "Safety Precau- tions"...
  • Page 79 The number of parameters that can be set for one module in GX Configurator-DA is as shown below. Target module Initial setting Auto refresh setting Q66DA-G 5 (Fixed) 14 (Max.) Example) Counting the number of parameter settings in Auto refresh setting This one row is counted as one setting.

  • Page 80: Operating Environment

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) 5.2.2 Operating environment This section explains the operating environment of the personal computer that runs GX Configurator-DA. Item Description Add-in to GX Developer Version 4 (English version) or later Installation (Add-in) target Computer A personal computer with any of the operating systems below Refer to the next page "Operating system and performance required for personal computer".
  • Page 81 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) Operating system and performance required for personal computer Performance required for personal computer Operating system Memory 32MB or more Windows Pentium 133MHz or more 32MB or more Windows Pentium 133MHz or more 32MB or more Windows Pentium 150MHz or more 32MB or more...

  • Page 82: Utility Package Operation

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) Utility Package Operation 5.3.1 Common utility package operations (1) Control keys Special keys that can be used for operation of the utility package and their applica- tions are shown in the table below. Application Cancels the current entry in a cell. Closes the window.
  • Page 83 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) (2) Data created with the utility package The following data or files that are created with the utility package can be also han- dled in GX Developer. Fig5.1 shows respective data or files are handled in which operation.
  • Page 84 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) (b) Text files A text file can be created by clicking the button on the initial set- Make text file ting, Auto refresh setting, or Monitor/Test screen. The text files can be utilized to create user documents. GX Developer/ Disk GX Configurator-DA...

  • Page 85: Operation Overview

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) 5.3.2 Operation overview GX Developer screen [Tools] - [Intelligent function utility] - [Start] Screen for selecting a target intelligent function module Enter "Start I/O No.", and select "Module type" and "Module model name". Initial setting Auto refresh Initial setting screen Auto refresh setting screen Refer to Section 5.4.
  • Page 86 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) <<FB support parameter>> tab [Online] - [Monitor/Test] - FB conversion Selecting monitor/test module screen FB conversion screen Refer to Section 5.7. Select a module to be monitored/tested. Monitor/Test screen Refer to Section 5.6. - 10 5.3 Utility Package Operation 5.3.2 Operation overview...

  • Page 87: Starting The Intelligent Function Module Utility

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) 5.3.3 Starting the Intelligent function module utility [Operating procedure] Intelligent function module utility is started from GX Developer. [Tools] [Intelligent function utility] [Start] [Setting screen] Displayed when the <<FB support parameter>> tab is selected [Explanation of items] (1) Activation of other screens The following screens can be displayed from the intelligent function module utility screen.
  • Page 88 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) The <<FB support parameter>> tab is displayed when the project which is being edited is a label project. - 12 5.3 Utility Package Operation 5.3.3 Starting the Intelligent function module utility...
  • Page 89 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) (2) Command buttons Common operations to the <<Intelligent function module parameter>> and <<FB support parameter>> tabs Deletes the initial setting and auto refresh setting of the selected module. However, with any initial setting and auto refresh setting present, selecting the cell of "initial setting"...
  • Page 90 (b) Set a target programmable controller CPU in GX Developer: [Online] [Transfer setup]. (c) When the Q66DA-G is installed to the remote I/O station, use "Read from PLC" and "Write to PLC". (3) Checking the required utility While the start I/O is displayed on the Intelligent function module utility setting screen, "* "...

  • Page 91: Initial Setting

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) Initial Setting [Purpose] Set the following initial setting parameters. • D/A conversion enable/disable setting • Rate control enable/disable setting • Increase/decrease digital limit value • Disconnection detection setting • Warning output setting • Warning output upper/lower limit value Setting parameters in the Initial setting screen can omit parameter settings in sequence programs.
  • Page 92 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) (2) Command buttons Creates a file and writes the screen data in text file format. Saves the set data and ends the operation. Cancels the setting and ends the operation. Initial setting data are stored in intelligent function module parameters. After being written to the CPU module, the initial setting data are made effective by operating either (1) or (2).

  • Page 93: Auto Refresh Setting

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) Auto Refresh Setting [Purpose] Configure the Q66DA-G's buffer memory for automatic refresh. [Operating procedure] "Start I/O No. *" "Module type" "Module model name" Auto refresh *1 Enter the start I/O No. in hexadecimal. [Setting screen] 5.5 Auto Refresh Setting...
  • Page 94 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) [Explanation of items] (1) Items Module side Buffer size : Displays the buffer memory size of the setting item (fixed at one word). Module side Transfer word count : Displays the number of words to be transferred to the CPU devices from the designated address (fixed at one word).
  • Page 95 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) (2) Command buttons Creates a file and writes the screen data in text file format. Saves the set data and ends the operation. Cancels the setting and ends the operation. Auto refresh setting data are stored in intelligent function module parameters. After being written to the CPU module, the auto refresh setting data are made effective by operating either (1) or (2).

  • Page 96: Monitoring/Test

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) Monitoring/Test 5.6.1 Monitor/test screen [Purpose] Start buffer memory monitoring/testing, I/O signal monitoring/testing, operating condi- tion setting, offset/gain settings (refer to Section5.6.2) and pass data (refer to Sec- tion5.6.3) from this screen. [Operating procedure] "Select monitor/test module" screen "Start I/O No.
  • Page 97 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) Offset/gain setting Pass data Conversion characteristic 5.6 Monitoring/Test - 21 5.6.1 Monitor/test screen...
  • Page 98 Monitor/Test screen. (b) Change the "Y1: CH1 Output enable/disable flag" setting to "ON: enable." At this point, this setting is not written to the Q66DA-G. (c) Select the field, of which setting value was changed in step (b).

  • Page 99: Offset/Gain Setting Operation

    (1) Switch to the offset/gain setting screen Perform the operation in Section5.6.1 to display the offset/gain setting screen. At this point, a dialog box to confirm the transition of Q66DA-G’s operation mode (nor- mal mode -> offset/gain setting mode) is displayed. Click the button to transit to the offset/gain setting mode.
  • Page 100 (7) Write settings into the Q66DA-G Write the content set by operations (2) to (6) into the Q66DA-G by clicking the button. (a) Precautions Do not perform the following operations during writing the content set by clicking button into the module.

  • Page 101: Confirmation Of Conversion Characteristic

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) 5.6.3 Confirmation of Conversion Characteristic [Purpose] The converted value of digital-analog conversion can be confirmed according to the tilt of the graph, based on the offset/gain setting. [Operating procedure] Monitor/Test screen [Setting screen] [Explanation of items] (1) Items I/O characteristic diagram: Displays the I/O conversion characteristic to the prepared offset/gain setting.
  • Page 102 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) Analog/digital conversion: Select a conversion type shown below for confirming the correspondence between an analog value and a digital value caused by the conversion characteristic. •Digital Analog •Analog Digital Analog value: <When converted to a digital value> Enter an analog value to be converted to a digital value <When converted to an analog value>...

  • Page 103: Pass Data

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) 5.6.4 Pass data Save and restore the user range data in the following sequence. (1) Switch to the Pass data screen Perform the operation in Section 5.6.1 to display the Pass data screen. (2) User range saving (a) Set the user range to be used in the Setting value field of CH Pass data classifi- cation setting, and click the...
  • Page 104 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) (3) User range restoration (a) Set the user range to be used in the Setting value field of CH Pass data classifi- cation setting, and click the button. When the user range setting is completed, the set user range is displayed in the current value field of CH Pass data classification setting.

  • Page 105: Fb Conversion Of Initial Setting/Auto Refresh Setting

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) FB Conversion of Initial Setting/Auto Refresh Setting [Purpose] FB is generated automatically from the intelligent function module parameter (initial setting/auto refresh setting). [Operating procedure] Intelligent Function Module Parameter Setting Module Selection Screen <<FB Support Parameter>> tab FB conversion [Setting screen] [Explanation of items]...
  • Page 106 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) FB program name : Set up the name of the converted FB program. Up to six single-byte characters can be set up as an FB pro- gram name. However, the characters and terms shown below cannot be set up as FB program name.

  • Page 107: Usage Of Fb

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) Usage of FB This section describes the procedure for using FB with GX Developer. Refer to the "GX Developer Version 8 Operating Manual (Function Block)" for details. 5.8.1 Outline The procedure for creating FB is shown below. 1) Set up the intelligent function module parameter (initial setting/auto refresh setting).
  • Page 108 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) The initial setting/auto refresh setting of the intelligent function module can be per- formed by each of the following methods. (1) Set intelligent function parameters (Initial setting/Auto refresh setting) and write them to the programmable controller CPU. (2) Create an FB of the intelligent function module parameter (initial setting/auto refresh setting) and paste it to the sequence program.

  • Page 109: Paste An Fb To A Sequence Program

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) 5.8.2 Paste an FB to a Sequence Program [Purpose of operation] Paste an FB in order to use it with a sequence program. [Operation procedure] Switch the <<Project>> tab into the <<FB>> tab on GX Developer, and drag & drop the FB to be used onto the sequence program.

  • Page 110: Convert (Compile) A Sequence Program

    UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) 5.8.3 Convert (Compile) a Sequence Program [Purpose of operation] Convert (compile) the sequence program to which an FB was pasted so that it can be executed. [Operation procedure] Click the [Convert] menu [Convert/Compile] menu of GX Developer. - 34 5.8 Usage of FB 5.8.3 Convert (Compile) a Sequence Program...

  • Page 111: Programming

    When applying any of the program examples introduced in this chapter to the actual sys- tem, verify the applicability and confirm that no problems will occur in the system control. Programming Procedure Create the program that will execute the digital-analog conversion of the Q66DA-G in the following procedure. Start...

  • Page 112: For Use In Normal System Configuration

    For Use in Normal System Configuration (1) System configuration QX10 (X/Y10 to X/Y1F) QY10 (X/Y20 to X/Y2F) CH1: 4 to 20mA output Q66DA-G CH2: 0 to 5V output (X/Y0 to X/YF) (2) Conditions for the intelligent function module switch setting Input range setting...

  • Page 113: Before Creating A Program

    Perform the following steps before creating a program. (1) Wiring of external devices Mount the Q66DA-G on the base unit and connect the external devices. • CH1: run the cables for current output. (For details, refer to “4.4.2 (2).) • CH2: run the cables for voltage output. (For details, refer to “4.4.2 (1).)
  • Page 114 0: Fixed *1 If any other than 0 is set to Switch 5, an error occurs. (b) Write the settings in (a) to the Q66DA-G. On GX Developer’s “Parameter setting” screen, select the “I/O assignment” tab, click “Switch setting”, and make settings of Switch 1 to 5 on the screen shown below.

  • Page 115: Program Example Using The Utility Package

    M22,M23 CH2 Warning output flag Module READY External power supply READY Warning output signal Error flag Q66DA-G (X/Y0 to X/YF) CH1 Output enable/disable flag CH2 Output enable/disable flag Warning output clear request Error clear request Output enable Digital value write signal...
  • Page 116 PROGRAMMING (2) Operation of utility package (a) Initial settings (Refer to Section 5.4) CH1, CH2 D/A conversion enable/disable setting "Enable" CH1 Rate control enable/disable setting "Enable" CH1 Increase digital limit value "100" CH1 Decrease digital limit value "30" CH2 Warning output setting "Enable" CH2 Warning output upper limit value "10000"...
  • Page 117 PROGRAMMING (c) Write of intelligent function module parameters (Refer to Section 5.3.3) Write the intelligent function module parameters to the CPU module. Perform this operation on the parameter setting module selection screen. (3) Program example Write digital values CH1 Digital value setting CH2 Digital value setting Set analog output enable CH1 Output enable...

  • Page 118: Programming Example Without Using The Utility Package

    CH2 Warning output flag Module READY External power supply READY Operating condition setting completed flag Warning output signal Error flag Q66DA-G CH1 Output enable/disable flag (X/Y0 to X/YF) CH2 Output enable/disable flag Operating condition setting request Warning output clear request...
  • Page 119 PROGRAMMING (2) Program example Initial setting Turns on the module ready check flag D/A conversion enable/disable setting Rate control enable/disable setting CH1 Increase digital limit value CH1 Decrease digital limit value Warning output setting CH2 Warning output upper limit value setting CH2 Warning output lower limit value setting Operating condition setting...

  • Page 120: For Use On Remote I/O Network

    Remote master station (Network No.1) Remote I/O station (Station No.1) QJ71LP21 QX10(X20 to X2F) QY10(Y30 to Y3F) Q66DA-G(X/Y120 to X/Y12F) QY10 (Y110 to Y11F) QX10 (X100 to X10F) QJ72LP25 (2) Conditions for the intelligent function module switch setting Input range setting...
  • Page 121 Module READY X127 External power supply READY X129 Operating condition setting completed flag X12E Warning output signal X12F Error flag Q66DA-G Y121 CH1 Output enable/disable flag (X/Y120 to X/Y12F) Y122 CH2 Output enable/disable flag Y129 Operating condition setting request Y12E...

  • Page 122: Program Example Using The Utility Package

    PROGRAMMING 6.3.1 Program example using the utility package (1) Operating GX Developer (a) Network parameter setting • Network type : MNET/H (remote master) • Head I/O No. : 0000 • Network No. • Total number of (slave) stations • Mode : Online •...
  • Page 123 PROGRAMMING (2) Operating the utility package (a) Initial setting (Refer to Section 5.4) CH1, CH2 D/A conversion enable/disable setting.."Enable" CH1 Rate control enable/disable setting...."Enable" CH1 Increase digital limit value........"100" CH1 Decrease digital limit value ........ "30" CH2 Warning output setting ........"Enable" CH2 Warning output upper limit value .......
  • Page 124 PROGRAMMING (3) Programming example Write digital values CH1 digital value setting CH2 digital value setting Set analog output enable CH1 output enable CH2 output enable Read warning output flag Warning output channel check CH2 warning output (upper Processing for warning output limit value) processing CH2 warning output (lower Processing for warning output...

  • Page 125: Program Example Without Using The Utility Package

    PROGRAMMING 6.3.2 Program example without using the utility package (1) Operation of GX Developer (Network parameter setting) • Network type : MNET/H (remote master) • Head I/O No. : 0000 • Network No. • Total number of (slave) stations • Mode : Online •...
  • Page 126 PROGRAMMING (2) Programming example Remote I/O station operating status check Master station baton pass status check Master station data link status check Remote I/O station baton pass status check Remote I/O station data link status check Remote I/O station parameter communication status check Master module status check Initial setting...
  • Page 127 PROGRAMMING Operating condition setting request (Y9) on Write to buffer memory Operating condition setting request (Y9) off Write digital values CH1 Digital value setting CH2 Digital value setting Write to buffer memory Set analog output enable CH1 Output enable CH2 Output enable 6.3 For Use on Remote I/O Network - 17 6.3.2 Program example without using the utility package...
  • Page 128 PROGRAMMING Read warning output flag Read warning output flag Warning output channel check CH2 Warning output (upper Processing for warning output limit value) processing CH2 Warning output (lower Processing for warning output limit value) processing Warning output clear request (YE) on Warning output clear request (YE) off Error code display and reset processing...

  • Page 129: Online Module Change

    ONLINE MODULE CHANGE ONLINE MODULE CHANGE To perform online module change, read the section about online module change in the QCPU User's Manual (Hardware Design, Maintenance and Inspection). This chapter describes the specifications of an online module change. (1) Perform an online module change by operating GX Developer. (2) To ensure ease of offset/gain re-setting, there is a user range save/restoration function that is performed by executing the dedicated instruction or read/write from/to buffer memory.

  • Page 130: Online Module Change Conditions

    ONLINE MODULE CHANGE Online Module Change Conditions The CPU, MELSECNET/H remote I/O module, Q66DA-G, GX Developer and base unit given below are needed to perform an online module change. (1) CPU The Process CPU or Redundant CPU are required. For precautions on multiple CPU system configuration, refer to the QCPU User's Manual (Multiple CPU System).

  • Page 131: Online Module Change Operations

    ONLINE MODULE CHANGE Online Module Change Operations The following gives the operations performed for an online module change. CPU operation : Executed : Not executed Dedi- GX Configurator (Intelligent function FROM/TO Initial Moni- cated Device (User operation) module operation) setting tor/ refresh instruc-...

  • Page 132: Online Module Change Procedure

    ONLINE MODULE CHANGE Online Module Change Procedure There are the following online module change procedures depending on whether the user range setting has been made or not, whether the initial setting of GX Configurator-DA has been made or not, and whether the other system exists or not. Range setting Initial setting Other system...
  • Page 133 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (2) Dismounting of module (a) After choosing [Diagnostics] - [Online module change] in GX Developer to enter the "Online module change" mode, double-click the module to be changed online to display the "Online module change" dialog box. (b) Click the "Execution"...
  • Page 134 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (c) After confirming that the "RUN" LED of the module has turned off, remove the connector and dismount the module. Always perform the dismounting procedure. If mounting confirmation is made without the module being dismounted, the module will not start properly and the "RUN"...
  • Page 135 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (b) Click the [OK] button to leave the "Online module change" mode. (c) Click the [Close] button to close the System Monitor dialog box. (d) Set digital values to CH Digital value (Un\G1 to Un\G6) and turn Operating condition setting request (Y9) from off to on.
  • Page 136 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (b) A message, "Online module change completed." appears. 7.3 Online Module Change Procedure 7.3.1 When industrial shipment setting is used and initial setting was made with GX Configurator-DA...

  • Page 137: When Industrial Shipment Setting Is Used And Initial Setting Was Made With Sequence Program

    ONLINE MODULE CHANGE 7.3.2 When industrial shipment setting is used and initial setting was made with sequence program (1) Conversion disable (a) Take the following steps to disable the conversion: 1) Set D/A conversion enable/disable setting (Un\G0) to All channel conversion disable (3F 2) Turn Operating condition setting request (Y9) from off to on to stop the conver- sion.
  • Page 138 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (2) Dismounting of module (a) After choosing [Diagnostics] - [Online module change] in GX Developer to enter the "Online module change" mode, double-click the module to be changed online to display the "Online module change" dialog box. (b) Click the "Execution"...
  • Page 139 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (c) After confirming that the "RUN" LED of the module has turned off, remove the connector and dismount the module. Always perform the dismounting procedure. If mounting confirmation is made without the module being dismounted, the module will not start properly and the "RUN"...
  • Page 140 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (4) Operation check (a) To make an operation check, click the [Cancel] button to cancel control resumption. (b) Click the [OK] button to leave the "Online module change" mode. (c) Click the [Close] button to close the System Monitor dialog box. - 12 7.3 Online Module Change Procedure 7.3.2 When industrial shipment setting is used and initial setting was made with sequence program...
  • Page 141 1) Normal system configuration The sequence program should perform initialization on the leading edge of Module READY (X9) of the Q66DA-G. When control resumption is executed, Module READY (X0) turns on and initialization is performed. (If the sequence program performs initialization only for one scan after entering the RUN status, initialization is not performed.)
  • Page 142 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (5) Resumption of control (a) After choosing [Diagnostics] - [Online module change] in GX Developer to display the "Online module change" screen again, click the [Execution] button to resume control. Module READY (X0) will be turned on. (b) A message, "Online module change completed"...

  • Page 143: When User Range Setting Is Used And Initial Setting Was Made With Gx Configurator-Da (Other System Is Available)

    ONLINE MODULE CHANGE 7.3.3 When user range setting is used and initial setting was made with GX Configurator-DA (other system is available) (1) Conversion disable (a) Take the following steps to disable the conversion: 1) Set D/A conversion enable/disable setting (Un\G0) to All channel conversion disable (3F 2) Turn Operating condition setting request (Y9) from off to on to stop the conver- sion.
  • Page 144 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (2) Dismounting of module (a) After choosing [Diagnostics] - [Online module change] in GX Developer to enter the "Online module change" mode, double-click the module to be changed online to display the "Online module change" dialog box. (b) Click the "Execution"...
  • Page 145 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE After confirming that the "RUN" LED of the module has turned off, remove the connector and dismount the module. Always perform the dismounting procedure. If mounting confirmation is made without the module being dismounted, the module will not start properly and the "RUN"...
  • Page 146 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (4) Operation check (a) To make an operation check, click the [Cancel] button to cancel control resumption. (b) Click the [OK] button to leave the "Online module change" mode. (c) Click the [Close] button to close the System Monitor dialog box. 7.3 Online Module Change Procedure - 18 7.3.3 When user range setting is used and initial setting was made with GX Configurator-DA (other system...
  • Page 147 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (d) Set digital values to CH Digital value (Un\G1 to Un\G6) and turn Operating condition setting request (Y9) from off to on. Turn on CH Output enable/disable flag (Y1 to Y6) of the used channel to check whether proper conversion has been made or not.

  • Page 148: When User Range Setting Is Used And Initial Setting Was Made With Gx Configurator-Da (Other System Is Unavailable)

    ONLINE MODULE CHANGE 7.3.4 When user range setting is used and initial setting was made with GX Configurator-DA (other system is unavailable) (1) Conversion disable (a) In the Operating condition setting window of GX Configurator-DA, set "Disable" in the Setting value field of CH D/A conversion enable/disable setting, and click button.
  • Page 149 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (c) If the saved buffer memory contents are not yet prerecorded, record them in the following procedure. 1) Display the pass data screen of GX Configurator-DA. 2) Select the user range used for Pass data classification setting, and make a pass data read request.
  • Page 150 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (b) Click the "Execution" button to enable a module change. If the following error message appears, the user range data cannot be saved. Click the [OK] button, and perform the operation in This Section (2) (c) and later. (c) After confirming that the "RUN"...
  • Page 151 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (3) Mounting of new module (a) Mount a new module to the same slot and install the connector. (b) After mounting the module, click the [Execution] button and make sure that the "RUN" LED is lit. Module READY (X0) remains off. (4) Operation check (a) To make an operation check, click the [Cancel] button to cancel control resumption.
  • Page 152 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (c) Click the [Close] button to close the System Monitor dialog box. (d) On the pass data screen of GX Configurator-DA, set the prerecorded values and make a pass data write request. (Refer to Section 5.6.4.) (e) In the Operating condition setting window of GX Configurator-DA, set "Enable" in the Setting value field of CH D/A conversion enable/disable setting for each channel used.
  • Page 153 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (g) Turn on Output enable/disable flag (Y1 to Y6) of the used channel and check whether proper conversion has been made or not. (Be careful since corresponding analog signals will be actually output.) (5) Resumption of control (a) After choosing [Diagnostics] - [Online module change] in GX Developer to redisplay the "Online module change"...

  • Page 154: When User Range Setting Is Used And Initial Setting Was Made With Sequence Program (Other System Is Available)

    ONLINE MODULE CHANGE 7.3.5 When user range setting is used and initial setting was made with sequence program (other system is available) (1) Conversion disable (a) Take the following steps to disable the conversion: 1) Set D/A conversion enable/disable setting (Un\G0) to All channel conversion disable (3F 2) Turn Operating condition setting request (Y9) from off to on to stop the conver- sion.
  • Page 155 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (2) Dismounting of module (a) After choosing [Diagnostics] - [Online module change] in GX Developer to enter the "Online module change" mode, double-click the module to be changed online to display the "Online module change" dialog box. (b) Click the "Execution"...
  • Page 156 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (c) After confirming that the "RUN" LED of the module has turned off, remove the connector and dismount the module. Always perform the dismounting procedure. If mounting confirmation is made without the module being dismounted, the module will not start properly and the "RUN"...
  • Page 157 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (4) Operation check (a) To make an operation check, click the [Cancel] button to cancel control resumption. (b) Click the [OK] button to leave the "Online module change" mode. (c) Click the [Close] button to close the System Monitor dialog box. (d) Enable the channels to be used in D/A conversion enable/disable setting (Un\G0).
  • Page 158 1) Normal system configuration The sequence program should perform initialization on the leading edge of Module READY (X9) of the Q66DA-G. When control resumption is executed, Module READY (X0) turns on and initialization is performed. (If the sequence program performs initialization only for one scan after entering the RUN status, initialization is not performed.)

  • Page 159: When User Range Setting Is Used And Initial Setting Was Made With Sequence Program (Other System Is Unavailable)

    ONLINE MODULE CHANGE 7.3.6 When user range setting is used and initial setting was made with sequence program (other system is unavailable) (1) Conversion disable (a) Take the following steps to disable the conversion: 1) Set D/A conversion enable/disable setting (Un\G0) to All channel conversion disable (3F 2) Turn Operating condition setting request (Y9) from off to on to stop the conver- sion.
  • Page 160 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE If the buffer memory values compared with the reference table are not proper, save and restoration of the user range cannot be executed. Before executing module control resumption, follow the flowchart in Section 4.6 and make offset/gain setting in the device test of GX Developer. Perform mode switching by making the setting of Mode switching setting (Un\G158, Un\G159) and turning Operating condition setting request (Y9) from off to on.
  • Page 161 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (2) Dismounting of module (a) After choosing [Diagnostics] - [Online module change] in GX Developer to enter the "Online module change" mode, double-click the module to be changed online to display the "Online module change" dialog box. (b) Click the "Execution"...
  • Page 162 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (c) After confirming that the "RUN" LED of the module has turned off, remove the connector and dismount the module. Always perform the dismounting procedure. If mounting confirmation is made without the module being dismounted, the module will not start properly and the "RUN"...
  • Page 163 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE (b) Click the [OK] button to leave the "Online module change" mode. (c) Click the [Close] button to close the System Monitor dialog box. (d) Choose [Online] - [Debug] - [Device test] on GX Developer and set the values prerecorded in Section (2) to the buffer memory.
  • Page 164 1) Normal system configuration The sequence program should perform initialization on the leading edge of Module READY (X9) of the Q66DA-G. When control resumption is executed, Module READY (X0) turns on and initialization is performed. (If the sequence program performs initialization only for one scan after entering the RUN status, initialization is not performed.)

  • Page 165: Range Reference Table

    ONLINE MODULE CHANGE Range Reference Table The range reference tables are given below. (1) Reference table for CH Industrial shipment settings offset/gain value (Un\G202 to Un\G213) The reference values change depending on the setting of Pass data classification set- ting (Un\G200). Address (Decimal) Reference value Description...

  • Page 166: Precautions For Online Module Change

    Re-set the offset/gain values as necessary. (3) Do not perform the following operations during online module change. If performed, the Q66DA-G may not operate properly. (a) Powering off the programmable controller CPU (b) Resetting the programmable controller CPU - 38 7.5 Precautions for Online Module Change...

  • Page 167: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter explains the types of errors that may occur when the Q66DA-G is used, and how to troubleshoot such errors. Error Code List If an error occurs in the Q66DA-G while reading/writing data from/to the programmable controller CPU, the applicable error code is written to Error code (Un\G19).
  • Page 168 TROUBLESHOOTING Table8.1 Error code list (2/2) Error code Error description Processing (decimal) The offset value is equal to or larger than the gain value. Reset so that the offset value is smaller than the gain 40 * value. indicates the channel number causing the error. More than one channel was set at the same time during Set the correct value in Offset/ gain setting mode offset/ 500*...

  • Page 169: When The "Run" Led Is Flashing Or Turned Off

    TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting 8.2.1 When the "RUN" LED is flashing or turned off (1) When flashing Check item Corrective action Reset switch 4 of the intelligent function module switch setting for GX Is the mode set to the offset/gain setting mode? Developer to the normal mode (Refer to Section 4.5).

  • Page 170: When An Analog Output Value Is Not Output

    TROUBLESHOOTING 8.2.4 When an analog output value is not output Check item Action to be taken Verify that 24VDC voltage is being supplied to the external power Is 24VDC being supplied from the external power supply? (If not, supply terminals (between terminals No. A19 and A20 or B19 and “External power supply (X7)”...

  • Page 171: When The Analog Value Is Not Within The Reference Accuracy Of The Theoretical Value

    Is the external power supply 24VDC supplied within the speci- Supply 24VDC within the range of the performance specifica- fied range? tions. (Refer to Section 3.1.1) The possible cause is a failure of the Q66DA-G. Please consult your The case other than the above local Mitsubishi representative. 8.2 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 172: Checking The Q66Da-G Status Using Gx Developer System Monitor

    The function version of the Q66DA-G is displayed in the product information field. (b) Checking Error code Error code stored in buffer memory address 19 (Un\G19) of the Q66DA-G is dis- played in the Present Error field. (When the button is pressed, the contents displayed in the Present Error field are displayed in the No.1 field.)
  • Page 173 Switch setting for intelligent function module RANGE1 Switch 1 RANGE2 Switch 2 HOLD/CLEAR Switch 3 MODE Switch 4 Switch 5 (In the case of GX Developer Version 8) 8.2 Troubleshooting 8.2.8 Checking the Q66DA-G status using GX Developer system monitor...

  • Page 174: Appendices

    CPU. Restores the offset/gain values of the user range setting stored G(P).OGSTOR Appendix 1.3 in the CPU to the Q66DA-G. When the module is mounted to a MELSECNET/H remote station, the dedicated instructions cannot be used. (2) Available devices The following devices are available for the dedicated instructions:...

  • Page 175: Appendix 1.1 G(P).Offgan

    APPENDICES Appendix 1.1 G(P).OFFGAN Switches the mode of the Q66DA-G. (Normal mode to offset/gain setting mode, offset/gain setting mode to normal mode) Usable devices Link direct device Intelli- Internal device Constant gent func- (System, user) Index Setting tion File register...
  • Page 176 No errors. (3) Program example The following program is designed to switch the Q66DA-G mounted in the position of I/O number X/Y0 to X/YF to the offset/gain setting mode when M10 is turned on, and to return it to the normal mode when M10 is turned off.
  • Page 177 APPENDICES Appendix 1.2 G(P).OGLOAD Reads the offset/gain values of the user range setting of the Q66DA-G to the CPU. Usable devices Link direct device Intelli- Internal device Constant gent func- (System, user) Index Setting tion File register data Others module...

  • Page 178: Appendix 1.2 G(P).Ogload

    APPENDICES Control data (2/2) Setting Device Item Set data Set by range (S) + 7 CH2 Industrial shipment settings gain value System (S) + 8 CH3 Industrial shipment settings offset value System (S) + 9 CH3 Industrial shipment settings gain value System (S) + 10 CH4 Industrial shipment settings offset value...
  • Page 179 APPENDICES (1) Functions (a) Reads the offset/gain values of the user range setting of the Q66DA-G to the CPU. (b) There are two types of interlock signals for the G(P).OGLOAD instruction: the completion device (D) and the status display device at completion (D) + 1.

  • Page 180: Appendix 1.3 G(P).Ogstor

    APPENDICES Appendix 1.3 G(P).OGSTOR Restores the offset/gain values of the user range setting stored in the CPU to the Q66DA- Usable devices Link direct device Intelli- Internal device Constant gent func- (System, user) Index Setting tion File register data Others module register Word...
  • Page 181 APPENDICES Control data * Setting Device Item Setting data Set by range System area Stores the status when the instruction is complete. : Normal completion (S) + 1 Completion status System Other than 0: Abnormal completion (error code) The value set to pass data classification setting (S)+2 using the G(P).OGLOAD instruction is stored.
  • Page 182 The value set to the pass data classification setting (S)+2 is outside the range. (3) Program example The following program is designed to read the offset/gain values of the Q66DA-G mounted in the position of I/O number X/Y0 to X/YF when M11 is turned on.

  • Page 183: Appendix 2 Functions Added Or Changed Due To Version Upgrade

    Appendix 2 Functions Added or Changed Due to Version Upgrade The Q66DA-G has been upgraded with new functions and specifications. The functions available for the Q66DA-G vary depending on the first five digits of the prod- uct number. TableApp.1 Functions Added or Changed Due to Version Upgrade...

  • Page 184: Appendix 3 External Dimensions

    APPENDICES Appendix 3 External Dimensions FG terminal screw (M3 screw) 97.5 27.4 FG terminal L-Shaped metal fitting FG terminal screw (M3 screw) (Unit: mm (inch)) - 11 Appendix 3 External Dimensions...
  • Page 185 INDEX Absolute maximum output ........3-1 List of I/O signals ..........3-19 Accuracy............3-1,3-7 ALM LED ............... 4-4 Analog output ............3-1 Maximum resolution..........3-1 Analog output HOLD/CLEAR function....3-8 Mode switching setting (Un\G158, Un\G159) ..3-27 Analog output test during programmable controller Module ready ............
  • Page 186 Warning output clear request ......3-19 Warning output flag ..........3-25 Warning output function......... 3-8 Warning output signal .......... 3-19 Weight ..............3-2 Index...
  • Page 187 WARRANTY Please confirm the following product warranty details before using this product. 1. Gratis Warranty Term and Gratis Warranty Range If any faults or defects (hereinafter "Failure") found to be the responsibility of Mitsubishi occurs during use of the product within the gratis warranty term, the product shall be repaired at no cost via the sales representative or Mitsubishi Service Company.
  • Page 188 Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Celeron, Intel, and Pentium are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Ethernet is a registered trademark of Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd. in Japan. The company names, system names and product names mentioned in this manual are either registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 190 SH(NA)-080648ENG-I(1707)MEE MODEL: Q-D/A-G-U-SY-E MODEL CODE: 13JR97 HEAD OFFICE : TOKYO BUILDING, 2-7-3 MARUNOUCHI, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO 100-8310, JAPAN NAGOYA WORKS : 1-14 , YADA-MINAMI 5-CHOME , HIGASHI-KU, NAGOYA , JAPAN When exported from Japan, this manual does not require application to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry for service transaction permission.

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