Page 1 Cat.No. V043–E1–2 NT31/31C Programmable Terminal OPERATION MANUAL...
Page 2 NT31/31C Programmable Terminal Operation Manual Produced March 1999...
Page 3 OMRON Product References All OMRON products are capitalized in this manual. The word “Unit” is also capitalized when it refers to an OMRON product, regardless of whether or not it appears in the proper name of the product. The abbreviation “Ch,” which appears in some displays and on some OMRON products, often means “word”...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
........Using a Memory Unit (NT31/NT31C without V1) .
Page 5 ......... 11-3 Maintenance of the NT31/NT31C .
Page 6 ........D. Transporting and Storing the NT31/NT31C .
Page 7: About This Manual
Section 2 gives basic information on the method for connecting to the host and communication methods, and describes the names and functions of the parts of the NT31/NT31C. Section 3 describes how to make the settings at the NT31/NT31C, and how to connect it to peripheral devices.
Page 8 [Creating and transferring screen data] S NT-series Support Tool Operation Manual (V053-E1-j) The screens displayed on the NT31/31C are created with the support tool and transferred to the NT31/31C. This manual describes how to create and transfer screen data.
Page 9: Precautions
PRECAUTIONS This section provides general precautions for using the Programmable Terminal. The information contained in this section is important for the safe and reliable application of the Programmable Ter- minal. You must read this section and understand the information contained before attempting to set up or operate a Programmable Terminal.
Page 10: Intended Audience
Meanings This operation manual uses the following conventions and symbols to indicate cautions, warnings, and dangers in order to esure safe use of the NT31/31C. The caustions, warnings, and dangers shown here contain important information related to safety. This instructions in these cautions, warnings, and dangers must be observed.
Page 11 Doing either of these may result in electrical shock. WARNING Switch OFF the NT31/NT31C power before replacing the backlight. Otherwise you could sustain an electric shock. CAUTION Do not touch the backlight immediately after switching OFF the power supply.
Page 12: General
SECTION 1 General This section provides fundamental information about the functions and features of the NT31/NT31C, types of connection, communication methods, etc. This information will enable you to understand the applications of the NT31/NT31C. Role and Operation of the NT31/NT31C .
Page 13: Role And Operation Of The Nt31/Nt31C
The following gives a general description of the role and operation of the NT31/NT31C for those using a programmable terminal (PT) for the first time. 1-1-1 Operation of an NT31/NT31C at an FA Production Site...
Page 14: Operations Of The Nt31/Nt31C
Receives Data from a Host The NT31/NT31C can be connected to the host by a host link or NT link and receive necessary data from the host. Host link, NT link...
Page 15: Functions Of The Nt31/Nt31C
When mounted in a panel of the recommended thickness (page 38). Construction Best Suited to the FA Environment S The panel is an STN monochrome LCD type with backlight for the NT31 and an STN color LCD type with backlight for the NT31C.
Page 16 S NT31/NT31C can store a system program into a memory unit. This enables the system to handle more flexible setups. Screen Data Check Function S Screen data can be checked simply by operations at the NT31/NT31C system menu, without connecting up to the Support Tool.
Page 17: Comparison Between Nt31 And Nt31C
1-2-2 Comparison between NT31 and NT31C Two NT31 models — the NT31, which is capable of versatile graphic displays, and the NT31C, which is also capable of color display — are available. The differences between the NT31 and NT31C are tabled below:...
Page 18: Comparison Between Nt30/Nt30C And Nt31/Nt31C
*1 : This is the capacity of the flash memory that stores screen data. This is available only on V1 of NT31/NT31C. For differences in programming, refer to APPENDIX I “Compatibility with Screen Data of Other PT Models” on page 30.
Page 19: Principal Functions Of Nt31/Nt31C
Functions of the NT31/NT31C Section 1-2 1-2-5 Principal Functions of NT31/NT31C The following are the principal functions of the NT31/NT31C. Functions relating to data display Character display Characters of various sizes can be displayed. Characters can be flashed and displayed in reverse video.
Page 20 Resume function The status and memory table contents of the NT31/NT31C immediately before its operation is stopped can be stored while opera- tion is stopped, or while the power is off, and then displayed on the screen again when operation is restarted.
Page 21: Displays
The NT31/NT31C can display various kinds of elements such as characters, nu- meric values, graphs, lamps, and touch switches, on a screen. The screen data displayed by the NT31/NT31C are created by using the Support Tool at a personal computer.
Page 22 Functions of the NT31/NT31C Section 1-2 “Library data” are combinations of fixed display graphics registered as a single graphic. They are registered in advance and as many as required can be dis- played at any position on the screen. Since it is generated by combining graphics, library data has a small data size.
Page 23 Functions of the NT31/NT31C Section 1-2 The following 8 types of display graphic can be used for touch switches: Standard, shadow, 3-dimension, no display frame, rectangle, circle, polygon, sector When rectangle, circle, polygon, or sector is selected as the shape, the area within which pressing of the touch switch is sensed (the “touch switch area”) can...
Page 24 Functions of the NT31/NT31C Section 1-2 S Thumbwheel switches Numeric values can be input by incrementing or decrementing each digit with the corresponding touch switch (+, –). The input numeric values can also be stored in a numeral memory table and notified to the host.
Page 25 ON are recorded and displayed together with the message (character string) set for the bit memory table. The NT31/NT31C allows selection of the display order as “newest record first” or “oldest record first” by memory switch setting. The alarm list function is used to determine which bits are ON at the present time.
Page 26: Communication With The Host
Communication with the Host Section 1-3 Communication with the Host The NT31/NT31C is connected to the host by one of the following four commu- nication methods. S Host link method: S NT link (1:1) method S NT link (1:N) method...
Page 27: Host Link
PC memory. S Since the NT31/NT31C can directly refer to PC bit and word data without using the program at the PC, it can be connected to the PC without changing the PC program which controls the currently running production line.
Page 28 NT31/NT31C switches to the monitor mode when the PC is in the RUN mode.) S In the case of PTs that support the host link (1:N) method (NT20S, NT31, NT31C, NT600S, NT620S, NT620C, NT625C, NT631, NT631C) up to 8 PTs can be connected to one port of the PC and used at the same time.
Page 29 NT31/NT31C statuses S Notifying from the NT31/NT31C to a PC Data in the NT31/NT31C is sent to a PC when, for example, a touch switch is pressed. The following 4 types of data are sent to a PC. - NT31/NT31C status, screen number of currently displayed screen...
Page 30 Switch 2: OFF (Bit 000101) Lamp #2 (Bit 000101) The PC’s bit status is displayed by the “lamp” at the NT31/NT31C. Normal (standard) lamps come on (flash) when the PC’s bit status (lamp bit) is ON (1), and go off when it is OFF (0).
Page 31 Communication with the Host Section 1-3 S Character string display (character string memory tables) (page 366) Allocation destination: Word NT31/NT31C DM0100 (“a”, “b”) abcdef DM0101 (“c”, “d”) DM0102 (”e”, “f”) Character string memory table 1 Number of allocated words: 3 First word: DM0100 Allocate character string memory tables to arbitrary words in the PC.
Page 32 Functions of the PT Status Control Area (PC to NT31/NT31C) The “PT status control area” is used to control the NT31/NT31C status. When data is written to this area in the PC, the NT31/NT31C reads the contents and op- erates according to the contents.
Page 33 Section 1-3 Functions of the PT Status Notify Area (NT31/NT31C to PC) The “PT status notify area” is used to notify the changes in the NT31/NT31C sta- tus. When the NT31/NT31C status changes, the change is written to this area in the PC.
Page 34: Connecting To Other Models
Connecting to other model PCs Installing a system program for multi--venders by using a specific system installer enables the NT31/NT31C to be connected to the PCs of other models in direct connection. This system installer is supplied with the Support Tool (NT--ZJ3MX1--EV3/NT-- ZJCMX1--EV3).
Page 35: Communication By Using Memory Link
In memory link, there is an area called “PT Memory”, as shown below, inside the NT31/NT31C, and this area is treated as a virtual area on the PC. This allows PT memory and the display elements of the NT31/NT31C to make a quasi--direct con- nection.
Page 36: Comparison Between Direct Connection And Memory Link
Communication by Using Memory Link Section 1-4 1-4-2 Comparison between Direct Connection and Memory Link The major differences between the direct connection and the memory link are as follows: a) In the memory link method, the communication with the host should be carried out by using commands.
Page 37: System Configuration
System Configuration Section 1-5 System Configuration This section shows the configuration of a system that uses an NT31/NT31C. For details on product models, refer to APPENDIX J “Model List” (page 675). 1-5-1 Peripheral Devices That Can Be Connected The following peripheral devices can be connected to an NT31/NT31C.
Page 38: Connecting To The Host
NT30-KBA01 Replacement battery 3G2A9-BAT08 1-5-2 Connecting to the Host The NT31/NT31C has the following two communication ports. S Serial port A: D-SUB 9-pin connector For RS-232C use only (The Support Tool and bar code readers can be con- nected here.)
Page 39: Before Operating
Reference - For the system program, use the NT31/NT31C system program supplied as an accessory with the NT series Support Tool (NT--ZJ3MX1/ZJCMX1--EV3). - For the Support Tool, use NT--series Support Tool for Windows 95/98 (Ver. 3.0.).
Page 40 Before Operating Section 1-5 Refer to the following manuals for the equipment and software. Equipment or Software Manual Title Manual Number System installer NT-series Support Tool for Windows95/98 V053-E1-j Support Tool NT-series Support Tool for Windows95/98 V053-E1-j SYSMAC CPM1 User’s Manual W262-E1-j SYSMAC CPM1A User’s Manual W317-E1-j...
Page 41 Before Operating Section 1-5...
Page 42: Preparing For Connection
SECTION 2 Preparing for Connection This section describes the connection methods that are possible with the NT31/NT31C, and the functions of the parts of NT31/NT31C, as the required knowledge before connecting to the host and to the peripheral devices. Method for Connection to the Host .
Page 43: Method For Connection To The Host
NT31/NT31C, and the relationship between the connection method and the com- munication method. 2-1-1 Connection Method and Communication Method S NT31/NT31C communication ports and communication methods The NT31/NT31C has two communication ports. Their uses are indicated in the table below. Communication Port Usable Communication Methods Communication Type Host link...
Page 44 S Combinations of communication method and connection method The connection methods that can be used depending on the communication method used and the communication type for communication between the NT31/NT31C and the host are indicated in the table below. Usable Communication Method...
Page 45 6 of the RS-232C connector. Check the signals of the RS-232C connector at the host. - +5 V is not output from serial port B of the NT31/NT31C. When connecting an NT-AL001 at serial port B, a separate power supply is required for the NT- AL001.
Page 46: Preparations At The Nt31/Nt31C
Section 2-2 Preparations at the NT31/NT31C Before starting operation, the names and functions of the parts of the NT31/NT31C are described here as a confirmation. A method of hardware set- tings is also described. 2-2-1 Names and Functions of Parts...
Page 47 Serial port B connector Connect the cable for connection to the host here. Depending on the setting made at the NT31/NT31C system menu, either RS-232C or RS-422A/485 may be used. This is a 25-pin connector. It is not possible to use RS-232C and RS-422A/485 at the same time.
Page 48: Hardware Settings And Connections
Hardware Settings and Connections This section describes the settings of the NT31/NT31C and methods for connection to peripheral devices. For details on the method for connection to the host, refer Section 4 “Connecting to the Host from the RS–232C Port” or Section 5 “Connecting to the Host from the RS-422A/485 Port”.
Page 49: Installation
- Potential exposure to radioactivity 3-1-2 Installation in the Operation Panel The NT31/NT31C is mounted in an operation panel by embedding it in the panel. Use the panel fittings and tool (Philips screwdriver) included in the product pack- age and follow the procedure below.
Page 50: Power Supply Connection
(2) Attach the panel fittings at the four positions at top and bottom and two posi- tions at right and left, shown below, from the rear of the NT31/NT31C. Fit the hook of the fitting in the square hole in the body and tighten the screw with the Philips head screwdriver while lightly pulling the fitting.
Page 51: Grounding
The NT31/NT31C has a functional ground terminal ( Carry out wiring under the following conditions. (1) In cases where the distance between the NT31/NT31C is small and it is as- sumed that there is no potential difference between grounds, ground as shown in Fig.
Page 52: Connecting To The Support Tool
Connecting to the Support Tool Connecting to the Support Tool In order to install the system program in the NT31/NT31C, or to transmit screen data created with the Support Tool to the NT31/NT31C, the NT31/NT31C must be connected to a personal computer with an RS-232C cable.
Page 53: Connecting A Printer
Section 3-3 Connecting a Printer Connecting a printer to the NT31/NT31C enables printing of hard copies of the cur- rently displayed screen (printing of screen images), and, by system menu opera- tions, printing of the screen display history and alarm history.
Page 54: Connecting A Bar Code Reader
Make sure that the power supply to the bar code reader and the power supply to the PT are both OFF before connecting or disconnecting the cable. 3-4-1 Connection Method Connect the bar code reader to serial port A of the NT31/NT31C, as shown in the figure below. NT31/NT31C Bar code reader...
Page 55: Setting A Bar Code Reader
Make the settings shown in the table below at the bar code reader. Make sure that the communications speed, parity, stop bit, and data bit settings match the com- munication settings made at the NT31/NT31C. For details on the setting method, refer to the instruction manual for the bar code reader used.
Page 56: Data Format
During bar code reading, the NT31/NT31C performs RS/CS control. When the “Input Method” setting of the NT31/NT31C is set to “Auto”, the RS signal is turned OFF, prohibiting the next input, until the read data has been notified to the host.
Page 57: Using A Memory Unit(Nt31/Nt31C With V1)
After mounting a memory unit, be sure to tighten its two screws. - During data transmission, do not turn off the power supply to the NT31/NT31C or reset it. - Do not touch the PCB (printed circuit board) with bare hands.
Page 58: Installation Method
Section 3-5 Reference - When a memory unit is mounted, the NT31/NT31C cannot be set to the operat- ing status. On completion of data transmission with a memory unit, always dis- connect the memory unit from the NT31/NT31C before starting NT31/NT31C operation.
Page 59: Method Of Use
DIP switches that are set at startup. Factory setting is turned all to off. Note Always confirm that the power to the NT31/NT31C is off before setting the DIP switches. - Do not touch the PCB (printed circuit board) directly with bare hands.
Page 60 Use the following procedure to write the screen data in the NT31/NT31C to the memory unit by automatic transmission. (1) Check that the power supply to the NT31/NT31C is OFF, then set the DIP switches of the memory unit as follows after installing memory unit to NT31/NT31C.
Page 61 - Setting SW2-4 to ON (System/Screen transmitted simultaneously) disables the setting of SW2-3, writes the system program into bank 0, and the screen data into bank 1 at all times.
Page 62 NT31/NT31C, this mode becomes conve- nient. Reference: When data is written to the NT31/NT31C, the data that has been stored up until that point is lost. When the system program is changed, the operation of NT31/NT31C also changes.
Page 63 If the combination is not as listed above, a data transmitting error occurs. - When writing the system program into the NT31/NT31C, the type of system pro- gram inside memory unit and the type of PT unit must be corresponding.
Page 64 NT31/NT31C. Transmission can be execut- ed while checking the settings. Reference: When data is written to the NT31/NT31C or memory unit, the data that has been stored up until that point is lost.
Page 65 Bank 0: system program, Bank 1: other than system program Bank 0: other than system program, Bank 1: system program - When writing the system program into the NT31/NT31C, the type of system pro- gram inside memory unit and the type of PT unit must be corresponding.
Page 66 NT31/NT31C power back ON. Errors When Using a Memory Unit If an error occurs when using the memory unit, the NT31/NT31C operates as fol- lows. S The details of the error and remedial action are displayed on the screen.
Page 67 Section 3-5 Using a Memory Unit (NT31/NT31C with V1) When an error occurs, take remedial action by referring to the table below. Error Probable Cause Remedial Action Mode setting error DIP switches SW1-1 to Turn the NT31/NT31C power OFF, SW1-3 are all OFF, or set the memory unit DIP switches more than one is ON.
Page 68: Using A Memory Unit (Nt31/Nt31C Without V1)
After mounting a memory unit, be sure to tighten its two screws. - During data transmission, do not turn off the power supply to the NT31/NT31C or reset it. - Do not touch the PCB (printed circuit board) with bare hands.
Page 69: Installation Method
DIP switches that are set at startup. Factory setting is turned all to off. Note Always confirm that the power to the NT31/NT31C is off before setting the DIP switches. - Do not touch the PCB (printed circuit board) directly with bare hands.
Page 70 When Using a Memory Unit” (page 3 to 25). Writing Screen Data to a Memory Unit Using Automatic Transmission (PT to Memory Unit) In this mode, the screen data in the NT31/NT31C is forcibly written to the memory unit irrespective of the setting status of the NT31/NT31C.
Page 71 It is not strictly necessary to set SW 2-1 to “OFF” (to disable writing to the memory unit), but it is recommended to do so to avoid loss of data in the event of misoperation.
Page 72 When transmitting the same system program or screen data to multiple NT31/NT31C, this mode becomes convenient. Reference: When data is written to the NT31/NT31C, the data that has been stored up until that point is lost.
Page 73 NT31/NT31C. Transmission can be execut- ed while checking the settings. Reference: When data is written to the NT31/NT31C or memory unit, the data that has been stored up until that point is lost.
Page 74 Using a Memory Unit (NT31/NT31C without V1) Errors When Using a Memory Unit If an error occurs when using the memory unit, the NT31/NT31C operates as fol- lows. S The details of the error and remedial action are displayed on the screen.
Page 75 Section 3-6 Using a Memory Unit (NT31/NT31C without V1)
Page 76: Connecting To The Host From The Rs-232C Port
SECTION 4 Connecting to the Host from the RS-232C Port This section describes the method for connecting to the host using the RS-232C port of the NT31/NT31C. Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host ........
Page 77: Connecting To The Rs-232C Port At The Host
S Direct connection between the RS-232C ports using an RS-232C cable (page 127) This is the easiest connection method. Depending on the host to which the con- nection is to be made, it may be possible to use OMRON cables with connectors. NT31/NT31C Host RS-232C cable (max.
Page 78 The host units that can be connected to the NT31/NT31C by the host link meth- od using the RS-232C ports of both units are indicated in the table below.
Page 79 Unit # *1 Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the memory switch at the NT31/NT31C. For details, refer to “Setting the Host Link Method” (page 176). *2 The 1-to-N setting enables BCC (Block Check Character). It is not actually possible to connect more than one NT31/NT31C in a single host link.
Page 80 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host S Connecting to a C series host link unit C200H/C200HS/C200HE/HG/HX (-ZE) backplate mounted type: C200H-LK201-V1 [Setting the front switches] Set each switch with a flat blade screwdriver so that the values or symbols in the setting value window agree with the following.
Page 81 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host C1000H(F)/C2000H backplate mounted type: 3G2A5-LK201-EV1 [Setting the front switches] Local Host @ Mode control (key switch) Set this to “host link”. [Setting the rear switches] @ I/O port selection (selector switch) Set this to “RS-232C”.
Page 82 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host C1000H/C2000H backplate mounted type: C500-LK203 [Setting the rear switches] @ I/O port selection (selector switch) Set this to “RS-232C”. 5V supply @ Unit #, parity, and transfer code (DIP SW1-1 to SW1-7) I/O port RS-422A Set SW1-1 to SW1-7 to “OFF”...
Page 83 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host C200H/C1000H/C2000H CPU mounting type: 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 [Setting the rear switches] @ Unit #, parity, and transfer code (DIP SW1-1 to SW1-5) Set SW1-1 to SW1-5 to “OFF” (0). * Parity is fixed at Even Parity. Transfer code is fixed at ASCII 7 data bits and 2 stop bits.
Page 84 Level 1, 2, 3 *1 Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the memory switch at the NT31/NT31C. For details, refer to “Setting the Host Link Method” (page176). *2 The 1-to-N setting enables BCC (Block Check Character). It is not actually possible to connect more than one NT31/NT31C in a single host link.
Page 85 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host [Setting the front switches] @ Unit # (SW3, SW4) When using communication port 2, set these switches to “0”. Communications port 1 (RS-232C) @ I/O port selection (selector switch) Set this to “RS-232C”. Communications port 2 @ CTS selection (DIP SW2 and SW3) (RS-232C/RS-422A)
Page 86 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host [Allocation DM area settings for CPU] Settings are written from the peripheral tool (a programming console or CX–Pro- grammer) directly into the allocation DM area (system setting area) of the CPU. After the settings are written, they become effective by turning the power ON, re- starting the unit, restarting the communication port, or execution of the STUP com- mand.
Page 87 Unit # *1 Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the memory switch at the NT31/NT31C. For details, refer to “Setting the Host Link Method” (page 176). Either set PC system settings directly from a peripheral tool (e.g. SYSMAC support software), or transmit the PC system settings made at a peripheral tool to the CPU.
Page 88 Unit # *1 Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the memory switch at the NT31/NT31C. For details, refer to “Settings the Host Link Method” (page176). Set the PC system setting area settings directly from a peripheral tool (e.g.
Page 89 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host When using port A of the communication board of C200HX/HG/HE (-ZE) Word # Writing Value Settings DM6555 0001 Host link mode, no CTS control Communication conditions set by the contents of DM DM6556 0303 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity, communications speed: 9600 bps...
Page 90 Unit No. for the host link *1: Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the memory switch at the NT31/NT31C. For details, refer to ”Settings the Host Link Method” (page 176). When the communication speed is set to 19200 bps., the PC system settings of the CPU need to be changed.
Page 91 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host [Setting the front switches] Set the CPU DIP switches to 4 or 5 in accordance with the port NT31/NT31C is connected to. ERR/ALM PRPHL/COMM SYSMAC CS1G PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLER CPU4 Peripheral port...
Page 92 Check the model and series of the PC against the type of CPU before making the connections. The host units that can be connected to the NT31/NT31C by the NT link (1:1) method using the RS-232C ports of both units are indicated in the table below.
Page 93 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host S Settings at the host The setting methods for each unit are as follows. S Connecting to a C-series C200HS, C200HX/HG/HE(-ZE), CPM1, CQM1, SRM1 [PC system setting area settings] Write the “PC system setting area” (data memory) settings directly from a pe- ripheral tool (e.g.
Page 94 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host S Connecting to CVM1/CV series (-EVj) Set the DIP switches on the front panel as follows. I/O port selection (selector switch) Set this to “RS-232C”. DIP switch setting (SW3) Set SW3 to “use NT link” (“ON”, right side).
Page 95 Check the model and series of the PC against the type of CPU or communica- tions board before making the connections. The host units that can be connected to the NT31/NT31C by the NT link (1:N) method using the RS-232C ports of both units are indicated in the table below.
Page 96 For details on PC system settings, refer to the “SYSMAC CS1 Series Operation Manual” (W339-E1 [Setting the front switches] Set the CPU DIP switch to 4 or 5 in accordance with the port NT31/NT31C is con- nected to. ERR/ALM PRPHL/COMM...
Page 97 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host S Connecting to the CS1 series serial communication board INNER board with RS-232C port equipped for CS1 series CPU type : CS1W-SCB41/21 [CPU allocation DM area settings] Setting is written from the peripheral tool (a programming console or CX-Program- mer) directly into the allocation DM area (system setting area) of the CPU.
Page 98 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host S Connecting to CS1 series serial communication unit A CS1 series backplane mounted type : CS1W-SCU21 [Setting the front switches] Set the unit number of the serial communication unit by using the rotary switch lo- cated on the front panel.
Page 99 For the host (a personal computer, an FA computer, etc.), its setting should be compatible to one of the communication conditions listed in the following table. Set the same communication conditions at the NT31/NT31C by the memory switch. (page 181).
Page 100 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host 4-1-2 Connecting Directly between RS-232C Ports The method for connection between the RS-232C ports of the NT31/NT31C and the host is described here. Host link unit/CPU NT31/NT31C SYSMAC C-series PC,...
Page 101 XW2Z-200T 9-pin ⇔ 9-pin ⇔ XW2Z-500T When a connection is made to a personal computer at serial port A in the memory link method, OMRON cable with connectors shown below are avail- able. Model Cable Length Connector Specification 9-pin ⇔ 25 pin CV500–CN228...
Page 102 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host [Serial port A] NT31/NT31C PC (host link unit) Abbreviation Shielding wire Abbreviation number number Connector hood RS-232C RS-232C interface interface – – – – – – (9-pin type) – –...
Page 103 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host Wiring for Other Connections Applicable units : CV500-LK201 (communication port 2) CPM1-10CDR-j CPM1-20CDR-j CPM1-30CDR-j CPM1A-10CDj-j CPM1A-20CDj-j CPM1A-30CDj-j CPM1A-40CDj-j CQM1-CPU21-E CQM1-CPU41-EV1 CQM1-CPU42-EV1 CQM1-CPU43-EV1 CQM1-CPU44-EV1 CQM1-CPU45-EV1 CS1G–CPU42–E CS1G–CPU43–E CS1G–CPU44–E CS1G–CPU45–E CS1H–CPU63–E CS1H–CPU64–E CS1H–CPU65–E CS1H–CPU66–E CS1H–CUP67–E...
Page 104 Section 4-1 Connecting to the RS-232C Port at the Host [Serial port A] NT31/NT31C PC (Host link unit) Abbreviation Shielding wire Abbreviation number number Connector hood – RS-232C interface RS-232C interface – – (9-pin type) (9-pin type) [Serial port B]...
Page 105 ⇔ CV500–CN228 (9–pin 25–pin, 2 m) ⇔ XW2Z–S002 (9–pin 9–pin, 2 m) [Serial port A] Prepare the adapter cable while referring to the following diagram. PC (Host link unit) NT31/NT31C Abbreviation Abbreviation Pin number Shielding wire Connector Connector hood hood −...
Page 106: Connecting To The Host From The Rs-422A/485 Port
SECTION 5 Connecting to the Host from the RS-422A/485 Port This section describes the method for connecting to the host using the RS-422A/485 port of the NT31/NT31C. Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port ......... . .
Page 107: Connecting To The Host's Rs-232C Port
RS-232 unit). When making a connection to a host other than OMRON PCs, refer to the “PC Connection” (V042-E1-j). S Method in which the RS-422A port of the NT31/NT31C and the RS-232C port of the host are connected in a 1:1 connection via an RS-232C/RS-422A convertor unit (page 99).
Page 108: The Type Of Host And Settings
Section 5-1 Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port S Method in which the RS-485 ports of multiple NT31/NT31Cs and the RS-232C port of the host are connected in a 1:N connection via an RS-232C/RS-422A convertor unit (page 104). This connection method is used with the RS-485 type NT link (1:N) method.
Page 109 Section 5-1 Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port Settings at the RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit (NT-AL001) When making a connection between RS-232C and RS-422A/485 ports using an RS-232C/RS-422A convertor unit, set the DIP switches on the NT-AL001 as fol- lows. Example: the terminal resistor is active, RS-422A, NT link (1:N).
Page 110: 1:1 Connection Between Rs-422A/485 At The Nt31/Nt31C And Rs-232C At The Host
RS-232C cable (max. length: 500 m) with connectors RS-422A terminal block 9-pin connector Reference: When using RS-485 as a port for the NT31/NT31C, only NT link (1:N) method can be used. Connecting an NT31/NT31C and NT-AL001 (RS-422A) NT31/NT31C Host NT-AL001...
Page 111 In order to avoid an FG ground loop, do not make the connection between the func- tional ground of the NT-AL001 and the shielding. Reference: When using RS-485 as a port for the NT31/NT31C, only NT link (1:N) method can be used.
Page 112 Section 5-1 Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port Connecting an NT-AL001 and Host NT31/NT31C Host NT-AL001 RS-232C S Wiring when connecting a host link unit (25-pin) Applicable units: C200H-LK201-V1 3G2A5-LK201-EV1 C500-LK203 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 CV500-LK201 (communication port 1) Cables with connectors that can be used: ⇔...
Page 113 Section 5-1 Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port S Wiring for Connections other than Memory Link Applicable units: CV500-LK201 (communication port 2) CPM1-10CDR-j CPM1-20CDR-j CPM1-30CDR-j CPM1A-10CDj-j CPM1A-20CDj-j CPM1A-30CDj-j CPM1A-40CDj-j CQM1-CPU21-E CQM1-CPU41-EV1 CQM1-CPU42-EV1 CQM1-CPU43-EV1 CQM1-CPU44-EV1 CQM1-CPU45-EV1 CS1G-CPU42-E CS1G-CPU43-E CS1G-CPU44-E CS1G-CPU45-E CS1H-CPU63-E CS1H-CPU64-E CS1H-CPU65-E CS1H-CPU66-E...
Page 114 Section 5-1 Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port NT-AL001 side PC side Pin number Abbreviation Pin number Abbreviation Connector Connector hood hood − − RS-232C RS-232C connector connector (+5V) − − − − Shielding wire (9-pin type) (9-pin type) When there is no +5 V output at the PC side When using host link or NT link (1:1) When there is +5 V output at the PC side When using NT link (1:N)
Page 115: 1:N Connection Between Rs-422A/485 At The Nt31/Nt31C And Rs-232C At The Host
5-1-3 1:N Connection between RS-422A/485 at the NT31/NT31C and RS-232C at the Host The connection method in which the RS-422A/485 ports of multiple NT31/NT31Cs are connected to the RS-232C port of one host in a 1:N connection is described here.
Page 116 Section 5-1 Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port Connecting an NT31/NT31C and NT-AL001 (RS-422A) The relay terminal board is not included in the figure below. Insert a relay terminal board so as to achieve the wiring configuration indicated below. NT31/NT31C...
Page 117 Section 5-1 Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port Connecting an NT31/NT31C and NT-AL001 (RS-485) The relay terminal board is not included in the figure below. Insert a relay terminal board so as to achieve the wiring configuration indicated below. NT31/NT31C...
Page 118 − (25-pin type) (25-pin type) Make the connection between pin numbers 9 and 10 at the terminal NT31/NT31C (marked “ ” in the figure above) only. In order to avoid an FG ground loop, make the connection between the connector...
Page 119 − − (25-pin type) (25-pin type) Make the connection pin numbers 9 and 10 at the terminal NT31/NT31C (marked “ ” in the figure above). In order to avoid an FG ground loop, make the connection between the connector hood and the shielding at the one side only.
Page 120 Section 5-1 Connecting to the Host’s RS-232C Port Connecting an NT-AL001 and Host NT31/NT31C Host NT-AL001 RS-232C S Wiring when connecting a CS1 series CS1G/H serial communication board, C series C200HX/HG/HE (–Z) communication board. Applicable units: CS1G-CPU42-E CS1G-CPU43-E CS1G-CPU44-E CS1G-CPU45-E...
Page 121: Recommended Connectors, Cables, And Crimp Terminals
Multi-core shielded cable CO-MA-VV-SB 5P 28AWG Made by Hitachi, Ltd. S Cables with connectors made by OMRON When connecting an NT-AL001 and a PC, use the OMRON cables with connec- tors indicated in the table below. Model Cable Length Connector Specification 9-pin ⇔...
Page 122 Check the required parts and prepare them in advance. Name Model Maker Remarks 25-pin type Delivered with the following units: XM2A-2501 Made by OMRON C500-LK203 Connector Delivered with the following units: 25-pin type DB-25P F-N 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 Made by JAE 3G2A5-LK201-EV1...
Page 123: Setting The Terminal Resistance For Rs-422A/485 Communications
RS-422A/485 communications using serial port B, short between terminals No. 9 and 10 at the NT31/NT31C at the end of the RS-422A/485 cable. Leave terminals No. 9 and 10 open at NT31/NT31C units other than the one at the end of the cable.
Page 124: Connecting To The Host's Rs-422A/485 Port
RS-422 unit). When making a connection to a host other than OMRON PCs, refer to the “ PC Connection” (V042-E1-j). S Method in which the RS-422A ports of the NT31/NT31C and host are connected directly by an RS-422A cable (page 133).
Page 125: Host Types And Settings
Host Types and Settings The types of host that have an RS-422A port and can be connected to the RS-422A/485 port of the NT31/NT31C, and the settings to be made at the host, are described here. When Using the Host Link Method...
Page 126 Section 5-2 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Units with Built-in Host Link Function CPUs Connectable with CPUs Connectable with PC Series Connectable to Host Link Units or Expansion Host Link Unit / Communication Board Communication Board CS1G-CPU42/43/44/45-E CS1G CS1 series CS1W-SCB41-E CS1H-CPU63/64/65/66/67-E CS1H...
Page 127 Section 5-2 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port The host link method cannot be used when an NT31/NT31C is connected using RS-485. To use the host link method, connect by RS-422A. S Settings at the host When using the RS-422A type host link method, the settings shown below must be made at the host (depending on the unit, some of these settings may not be necessary, or settings not shown here may be necessary).
Page 128 Section 5-2 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port S Connecting to a C series host link unit C200H/C200HS/C200HE(-ZE)/C200HG(-ZE)/C200HX(-ZE) backplate mount- ing type: C200H-LK201-V1 [Setting the front switches] Set each switch with a flat blade screwdriver so that the values or symbols in the setting value window agree with the following: LK201 ERROR...
Page 129 Section 5-2 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port C1000H/C2000H rack-mounting type: 3G2A5-LK201-EV1 [Setting the front switches] Mode selector Host Local @ Mode selector (key switch) Set this to “Host link”. [Setting the rear switches] @ I/O port selection (selector switch) Set this to “RS-422A”.
Page 130 Section 5-2 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port C1000H/C2000H rack-mounting type: C500-LK203 [Setting the rear switches] @ I/O port selection (selector switch) Set this to “RS-422A”. 5V supply @ Unit #, parity, and transfer code I/O port (DIP SW1-1 to SW1-7) RS-422A RS-232C Set SW1-1 to SW1-7 to “OFF”...
Page 131 Section 5-2 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port C200H/C1000H/C2000H CPU mounting type: 3G2A6-LK202-EV1 [Setting the rear switches] @ Unit #, parity, and transfer code (DIP SW1-1 to SW1-5) Set SW1-1 to SW1-5 to “OFF” (0). * Parity is fixed at Even Parity. Transfer code is fixed at ASCII 7 data bits and 2 stop bits.
Page 132 Level 1, 2, 3 *1 Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the “Comm. Speed” memory switch at the NT31/NT31C. For details, refer to “Setting the Host Link Method” (page 175). *2 The 1-to-N setting enables BCC (Block Check Character). It is not actually possible to connect more than one NT31/NT31C in a single host link.
Page 133 Section 5-2 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port [Setting the front switches] @ Unit # (SW3, SW4) Set these switches to “0”. Communications port 1 (RS-232C) Communications port 2 (RS-232C/RS-422A) I/O port selector switch @ I/O port selection (selector switch) RS-232C Set this to “RS-422A”.
Page 134 Unit # *1 Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the “Comm. Speed” memory switch at the NT31/NT31C. For details, refer to “Setting the Host Link Method” (page 175). Either set PC system settings directly from a peripheral tool (e.g. SYSMAC sup- port software), or transmit the PC system settings made at a peripheral tool to the CPU.
Page 135 Section 5-2 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port [Setting the front switches] @ Host link communication method selection (selector switch) Set this to “RS-422A”. @ Communication type setting (DIP SW3) Set SW3 to “OFF”. (for “host link” communication) @ Host link default value settings (DIP SW4) To effect the existing DIP switch settings, I/O port selector switch...
Page 136 Unit # *1 Set the host link communications speed at 9600 bps or 19200 bps with the “Comm. Speed” at the NT31/NT31C. For details, refer to “Setting the Host Link Method” (page 175). Set the PC system setting area settings directly from a peripheral tool (e.g. SYS- MAC support software).
Page 137 Section 5-2 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port [Setting the DIP switches on the front of a C200HX/HG/HE(-ZE)] When using a C200HX/HG/HE(-ZE) , the DIP switches on the front panel must be set as shown below in order to make the settings in the PC system setting area (data memory) effective.
Page 138 Check the model and series of the PC against the type of CPU before making the connections. The host units that can be connected to the RS-422A port of the NT31/NT31C by the RS-422A type NT link (1:1) method are indicated in the table below.
Page 139 Section 5-2 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port S Settings at the host The setting methods for each type of unit are described in the following. - Connecting to a CVM1/CV-series (-EVj) CPUs @ CV500-CPU01-EV1/CV1000-CPU01-EV1/CV2000-CPU01-EV1 @ CVM1-CPU01-EV2/CVM1-CPU11-EV2/CVM1-CPU21-EV2 [PC system settings] When connecting to the CVM1/CV series CPU by the NT link (1:1) method, no particular settings are required at the PC system settings.
Page 140 Section 5-2 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port - Connecting to a C-series C200HX/HG/HE(-ZE) [PC system setting area settings] Write the PC system setting area (data memory) settings directly from a pe- ripheral tool (e.g. SYSMAC support software) in accordance with the host model.
Page 141 Check the model and series of the PC against the type of CPU or communica- tions board before making the connections. The host units that can be connected to the RS-232C port of the NT31/NT31C by the RS-422A type NT link (1:N) function via a convertor are indicated in the table below.
Page 142 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Section 5-2 Connection to Word # Writing Value Setting Use NT link (1:N) Communication board j = highest unit number of the DM6555 5j00 Port A connected PTs (1 to 7) When using C200HE(-ZE), the range for PT unit numbers is 1 to 3. Reference: There are no communication boards for which port B is the RS-422A/485 port.
Page 143 For the host (a personal computer, an FA computer, etc.), its setting should be compatible to one of the communication conditions listed in the following table. Set the same communication conditions at the NT31/NT31C by the memory switch. (page 181).
Page 144: Direct Connection Between Rs-422A Ports At Both Units
Section 5-2 Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port 5-2-2 Direct Connection between RS-422A Ports at Both Units The connection method in which the RS-422A ports of an NT31/NT31C and a host are connected is described here. Host link/CPU/ Communication unit...
Page 145 SDA (−) RDA (−) − Shielding wire − − RSB (+) RSA (−) − (25-pin type) In order to avoid an FG ground loop, do not connect the functional ground of the NT31/NT31C to the shielding of the RS-422A cable.
Page 146 RDA (−) − (9-pin type) Shielding wire − − RSB (+) RSA (−) − (25-pin type) In order to avoid an FG ground loop, do not connect the functional ground of the NT31/NT31C to the shielding of the RS-422A cable.
Page 147 RDA (−) − (9-pin type) Shielding wire − − RSB (+) RSA (−) − (25-pin type) In order to avoid an FG ground loop, do not connect the functional ground of the NT31/NT31C to the shielding of the RS-422A cable.
Page 148 SDA (−) RDA (−) − Shielding wire − − RSB (+) RSA (−) − (25-pin type) In order to avoid an FG ground loop, do not connect the functional ground of the NT31/NT31C to the shielding of the RS-422A cable.
Page 149: Direct Connection Between Rs-485 Ports At Both Units
Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Section 5-2 5-2-3 Direct Connection between RS-485 Ports at Both Units The connection method in which the RS-485 ports of an NT31/NT31C and a host are connected is described here. NT31/NT31C CS1G/H C200HX/HG/HE(-ZE) Serial port B...
Page 150 NT31/NT31C to the shielding of the RS-422A cable. 5-2-4 1:N Connection among RS-422A Ports The connection method in which the RS-422A ports of multiple NT31/NT31Cs and one host are connected in a 1:N connection is described here. NT31/NT31C Serial port B...
Page 151 − (25-pin type) (25-pin type) Make the connection between pin numbers 9 and 10 at the NT31/NT31C at the end of the RS-422A cable (marked “ ” in the figure above) only. In order to avoid an FG ground loop, connect the functional ground of only one of...
Page 152 RDA (−) − (9-pin type) − − RSB (+) RSA (−) − (25-pin type) Next PT In order to avoid an FG ground loop, do not connect the functional ground of the NT31/NT31C to the shielding of the RS-422A cable.
Page 153: 1:N Connection Among Rs-422A Ports
Connecting to the Host’s RS-422A/485 Port Section 5-2 5-2-5 1:N Connection among RS-485 Ports The connection method in which the RS-485 ports of multiple NT31/NT31Cs and one host are connected in a 1:N connection is described here. NT31/NT31C Serial port B...
Page 154 (25-pin type) (25-pin type) Next PT Make the connection between pin numbers 9 and 10 at the NT31/NT31C at the end of the RS-485 cable (marked “ ” in the figure above) only. In order to avoid an FG ground loop, do not connect the functional ground of the...
Page 155 RDA (−) − (9-pin type) − − RSB (+) RSA (−) − (25-pin type) Next PT In order to avoid an FG ground loop, do not connect the functional ground of the NT31/NT31C to the shielding of the RS-485A cable.
Page 156: Recommended Connectors, Cables And Crimp Terminals
Check the required parts and prepare them in advance. Name Model Maker Remarks 25-pin type Delivered with the following units: XM2A-2501 Made by OMRON C500-LK203 Connector Delivered with the following units: 25-pin type DB-25P F-N 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 Made by JAE 3G2A5-LK201-EV1...
Page 157: Setting The Terminal Resistance For Rs-422A/485 Communications
RS-422A/485 communications using serial port B, short between terminals No. 9 and 10 at the NT31/NT31C at the end of the RS-422A/485 cable. Leave terminals No. 9 and 10 open at NT31/NT31C units other than the one at the end of the cable.
Page 158: System Menu Operation
System Menu Operation This section describes the operation of the System Menu, focusing on the procedure to start up the NT31/NT31C. Functions which are convenient when using the NT31/NT31C and those that are useful for system maintenance are also ex- plained here.
Page 159 6-11 System Maintenance ............6-11-1 I/O Settings .
Page 161: System Menu Operation Flow
[Create the Screen Data] Create the data to be displayed on the NT31/NT31C by using the Support Tool. For details on creating screen data, refer to the NT-series Support Tool Ver. 3.0 for Windows95 Operation Manual (V053-E1-j).
Page 162: Starting The Nt31/Nt31C
This section describes the operation of the NT31/NT31C when it is started up. 6-2-1 Operation at Startup The NT31/NT31C operates as follows when the power is switched ON, or when it is reset. [Initial Processing] Self diagnosis — including a check on the internal memory of the NT31/NT31C and a system program check —...
Page 163: Operation Modes And The System Menu
The NT31/NT31C operates in four modes: the “RUN”, “Transmit”, “Maintenance”, and “Expansion” modes. These modes are selected from the System Menu. In addition, the NT31/NT31C also features the “System Installer” mode which is used specifically for installing the system program.
Page 164 Display the Expansion Mode menu to allow selection of the ex- pansion functions embedded in the NT31/NT31C. Among the expansion functions of the NT31/NT31C is the Pro- gramming console function, which allows the NT31/NT31C to be used as the programming console for a CS1 series CS1G/CS1H...
Page 165: Menu Tree
Operation Modes and the System Menu 6-3-2 Menu Tree The System Menu allows the various functions of the NT31/NT31C to be executed by using touch switches displayed on the touch panel. The menu tree, starting from the System Menu, is shown below.
Page 166: Operations With The System Menu
Installer mode, the System Menu cannot be displayed (this does not apply if an error has occurred). - At the same as the System Menu is displayed, the operation of the NT31/NT31C stops and the RUN LED goes OFF. S Touching the corners of the touch panel When two of the four corners of the touch panel (see the figure below) are touched simultaneously, the System Menu is displayed.
Page 167 Operation Modes and the System Menu Section 6-3 Calling the System Installer Mode If the NT31/NT31C has no system program installed, or if the system program is destroyed, the System Installer mode is automatically established when the power is switched ON.
Page 168: Memory Initialization
System Installer mode, memory initialization is not possible. 6-4-1 Clearing Screen Data Use this function if the screen data has been corrupted and the NT31/NT31C can- not be started up correctly. It clears (initializes) only the screen data: the memory switch settings and display history/alarm history record data are retained.
Page 169 The screen data is cleared. During clear- ance, the message “Erasing Now...” is dis- played. S If “No” is selected, the NT31/NT31C returns to the “MEMORY INIT. MENU” screen without clearing the screen data. On completion of screen data clearance, the NT31/NT31C returns to the “MEMORY INIT.
Page 170: Initializing Display History Record Data
Reference: The NT31/NT31C also allows the display history record data to be initialized by controlling the PT status control area from the host. For details, refer to “Display history initialization (bit 11)”...
Page 171: Initializing Alarm History Record Data
Reference: The NT31/NT31C also allows the alarm history record data to be initialized by con- trolling the PT status control area from the host. For details, refer to “Alarm history...
Page 172 During initialization, the message “Initializing” is displayed. S If “No” is selected, the NT31/NT31C returns to the “MEMORY INIT. MENU” screen without initializing the alarm history record data. On completion of alarm history record data initialization, the message “Finished” is...
Page 173: Initializing The Memory Tables
Reference - If “OFF” is set for the “Resume Function” memory switch, the memory tables can be initialized just by switching the NT31/NT31C power off and back on again, or by resetting the NT31/NT31C (page 203). - The bit memory table merely reflects the statuses of bits at the host and there- fore cannot be initialized.
Page 175: Initializing The Memory Switches
The memory tables are initialized. During init- ialization, the message “Initializing” is dis- played. S If “No” is selected, the NT31/NT31C returns to the “MEMORY INIT. MENU” screen without initializing the memory tables. On completion of memory table initialization, the message “Finished” is displayed and the NT31/NT31C returns to the “MEMORY INIT.
Page 176 The memory tables are initialized. During init- ialization, the message “Initializing” is dis- played. S If “No” is selected, the NT31/NT31C returns to the “MEMORY INIT. MENU” screen without initializing the memory switches. On completion of memory switch initialization, the message “Finished” is dis- played and the NT31/NT31C returns to the “MEMORY INIT.
Page 177: Operations In The System Installer Mode
Section 6-5 Operations in the System Installer Mode Operations in the System Installer Mode The following functions can be executed in the System Installer mode: S Setting the display language (see below) S Clearing/installing the system program (page 167) S Disabling/enabling display of the System Menu (changing the system settings) (page 168) S Disabling/enabling writing to the screen data memory (changing the system set- tings) (page 168)
Page 178: Clearing/Installing The System Program
- When the system program is cleared by mistake, it becomes impossible to use the NT31/NT31C at all. Check that the system installer is installed at the Sup- port Tool side before deleting the program. However, note that the registered screen data and memory switch settings are retained.
Page 179: Changing The System Settings
System Menu is displayed. Reference: If the new system program is not downloaded successfully after deleting a system program, it is not possible to use the NT31/NT31C at all. After deleting the system program, be sure to download a new one.
Page 180 The settings are written to the NT31/NT31C while the screen is displayed. S If “Cancel” is selected, the NT31/NT31C returns to the System Installer mode menu without changing the settings. The settings remain as they were before the operation was started.
Page 181: Clearing Screen Data
6-5-4 Clearing Screen Data If the screen data has been corrupted and the NT31/NT31C cannot be started nor- mally, use this function to clear the screen data. Note that only the screen data is cleared (initialized), and the memory switch set- tings and the display history/alarm history record data are retained.
Page 182: Transmitting The Screen Data
It is possible to transmit the screen data (data for all the screens) in “file units”, or to transmit individual data or the data of individual screens in “data units”. When data is transmitted in “file units”, all of the screen data in the NT31/NT31C is cleared and then the new data is transmitted.
Page 183 NT31/NT31C returns to the Transmit mode. If the screen data cannot be successfully transmitted from the Support Tool, use the communication check functions of the NT31/NT31C to check if communica- tion between the NT31/NT31C is normal or not (page 236).
Page 184 S The cable connecting the NT31/NT31C to the personal computer on which the Support Tool is running is disconnected or has a broken wire. S The “Quit” touch switch on the NT31/NT31C screen is pressed to end screen data transmission.
Page 185: Setting The Conditions For Communications With The Host By Using The Memory Switches
S NT link (1:N) method S Mitsubishi FX method The NT31/NT31C has the following two ports, either of which can be used for com- munications with the host, depending on the requirements. S Serial port A (exclusively for RS-232C, 9-pin connector)
Page 186: About Communication Conditions
Setting the Conditions for Communications with the Host by Using the Memory Switches 6-7-1 About Communication Conditions Items Set for Communication Conditions The following settings are made for the communication conditions for communica- tion between the NT31/NT31C and the host. S Port communication method/communication type settings Setting Item Function Setting Options Page Comm.
Page 187: Setting The Host Link Method
Possible Combinations of Communication Method Settings The combinations of communication methods that can be set with the NT31/NT31C are indicated in the table below. Combinations other than these listed below cannot be set (when using a system for multi-venders, refer to the “PC Connection Operation Manual”...
Page 188 Section 6-7 Setting the Conditions for Communications with the Host by Using the Memory Switches Display the fourth memory switch screen by pressing the [ ] (next screen) or [ ] (previous screen) touch switch. Press the touch switch corresponding to the port at which the host link method is to be set (“Comm.
Page 189: Setting The Nt Link (1:1) Method
[ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 190: Setting The Nt Link (1:N) Method
[ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 191 Section 6-7 Setting the Conditions for Communications with the Host by Using the Memory Switches Display the fourth memory switch screen by pressing the [ ] (next screen) or [ ] (previous screen) touch switch. Press the touch switch corresponding to the port at which the NT link (1:N) method is to be set (“Comm.
Page 192: Setting The Memory Link Method
[ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 194 Section 6-7 Setting the Conditions for Communications with the Host by Using the Memory Switches Display the fourth memory switch screen by pressing the [ ] (next screen) or [ ] (previous screen) touch switch. Press the touch switch corresponding to the port at which the memory link method is to be set (“Comm.
Page 195 [ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 196: Setting The Communication Type For Serial Port B
Section 6-7 Setting the Conditions for Communications with the Host by Using the Memory Switches 6-7-6 Setting the Communication Type for Serial Port B Set the communication type (RS-232C or RS-422A) for serial port B by following the operation from the System Menu shown below. Select “Maintenance Mode”.
Page 197 [ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 198: Starting Operation
Starting Operation Starting Operation After completing screen data transmission and setting the communication condi- tions, connect the NT31/NT31C to the host and start operation. Note Check the operation of all screen data and host programs carefully before using them. If incorrect, the system may operate unpredictably.
Page 199 (e.g. SYSMAC sup- port software). If the results of operations at the NT31/NT31C are not sent to the host correctly, check the setting of the display elements. For details on setting display ele-...
Page 200: Various System Settings
Since the memory switch settings are backed up to the flash memory by the bat- tery in the NT31/NT31C, they are not cleared when the power is switched OFF. 6-9-1 Memory Switch Setting Screens There are four memory switch setting screens.
Page 201: Setting The "Start-Up Wait Time
6-9-2 Setting the “Start-up Wait Time” The “Start-up Wait Time” is the time lapse until the NT31/NT31C switches to the RUN mode after its power has been switched ON or after it has been reset. Set this item if it takes some time for the host to start operation. Nothing is displayed during the “Start-up Wait Time”.
Page 202: Setting The "Key Press Sound
[ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 203: Setting The "Buzzer Sound
[ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 204 [ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 205: Setting The "Printer Controller
6-9-5 Setting the “Printer Controller” The NT31/NT31C has a function for printing out data at a printer connected to it in response to an instruction from the host or operation at the NT31/NT31C. Three types of printer can be connected to the NT31/NT31C: select the type used with this memory switch setting.
Page 206: Setting The "Print Method" (Nt31C Only)
6-9-6 Setting the “Print Method” (NT31C Only) The NT31/NT31C has a function for printing out data at a printer connected to it in response to an instruction from the host or operation at the NT31/NT31C. When using the NT31C, the currently displayed screen image or other data can be printed out in color.
Page 207 [ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 208: Setting "Screen Saver Movement
6-9-7 Setting “Screen Saver Movement” The NT31/NT31C has a function to prevent the formation of an afterimage by turn- ing off the screen display if no operation is performed for a certain period of time, and then displaying character strings at random positions and in random colors (the colors only change for the NT31C).
Page 209 [ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 210: Setting The Screen Saver Start-Up Time
6-9-8 Setting the Screen Saver Start-up Time The NT31/NT31C has a function to maximize the service life of the backlight and prevent the formation of an afterimage by turning off the screen display and the backlight if no operation is performed for a certain period of time.
Page 212: Setting The History Display Method
[ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 213 [ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 214: Setting The Resume Function
Setting the Resume Function The NT31/NT31C has a function to keep the contents of the memory tables even when the power to the NT31/NT31C is OFF and write back them to the host when the power is turned ON. If the resume function is OFF, the memory tables are initialized to these initial val- ues on switching to the RUN mode.
Page 215: Setting The Automatic Reset Function
[ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 216 Reference - If a communication error occurs when “OFF” is set for “Comm. Auto-return”, the NT31/NT31C makes the number of attempts at communication with the host specified by the setting for the “Retry Counts” touch switch (page 207). If com- munication cannot be re-established in any of these attempts, an error screen is displayed.
Page 217: Setting The Time-Out Interval
[ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 218: Setting The Retry Count
[ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 219 [ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 220: 6-10 Setting The Bar Code Reader Input Function
Section 6-10 6-10 Setting the Bar Code Reader Input Function The NT31/NT31C has a bar code reader input function which allows a bar code reader to be connected and bar code data to read as character strings into charac- ter string input fields.
Page 221 Section 6-10 Setting the Bar Code Reader Input Function Select “Memory Switch”. Press [ ] (next screen) or [ ] (previous screen) to display the fourth memory switch setting screen. Press “Comm. A Method” to select “Bar-Code Reader”. The setting option changes each time the touch switch is pressed.
Page 222 [ ] (previous screen) touch switch, then make the setting. S To confirm the settings and quit the memory switch setting screen, press the “Quit” touch switch. The settings made last will be set and the NT31/NT31C will return to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 223: System Maintenance
TRAST ADJUST” screen enables you to make the adjustment while actually checking the contrast on the screen. Once the contrast has been set, it remains in effect even if the power is turned OFF or the NT31/NT31C is reset (and even if the voltage of the built-in battery becomes low).
Page 224 “I/O SETTINGS MENU” screen. Backlight Brightness Adjustment The NT31/NT31C allows the brightness of the backlight to be adjusted in 3 steps. The “BRIGHTNESS ADJUST” screen enables you to make the adjustment while actually checking the brightness on the screen. The length of hours the backlight lasts in a normal temperature are as follows.
Page 225 Select “I/O Settings”. Select “Brightness Adjust”. Adjust the contrast with the “High”, “Middle”, and “Low” touch switches in the left half of the screen. Press “Quit”. The contrast is set and the NT31/NT31C re- turns to the “I/O SETTINGS MENU” screen.
Page 226: Displaying/Setting The Calendar And Clock
- No clock data is set on shipment from the factory. - The clock data is backed up by the built-in battery of the NT31/NT31C. If the battery voltage becomes low, the clock data cannot be retained when the power to the NT31/NT31C is turned OFF or the NT31/NT31C is reset and the clock function will not operate correctly.
Page 227 Press “Quit”. The clock data is set and the NT31/NT31C re- turns to the date and time display. S Pressing “Abort” causes the NT31/NT31C to return to the date and time display without executing setting (with the previous settings still effective).
Page 228: Checking The Pt Setting Status
System Maintenance 6-11-3 Checking the PT Setting Status The direct connection settings of the NT31/NT31C screen data, and the settings for serial port A and serial port B, can be checked. Screen Configuration and Display Contents There are the following three PT setting status screens.
Page 229 Menu shown below. Select “Maintenance Mode”. Select “PT Settings”. Switch the screen as required by pressing the [ ] (next screen) or [ ] (previous screen) touch switch. Press “Quit”. The NT31/NT31C returns to the “MAINTE- NANCE MODE MENU” screen.
Page 230: Displaying And Printing The Display History Record
“sort by frequency” (order of number of times displayed). Reference - With the NT31/NT31C, the record data can also be displayed by calling screen No. 9001 (sort by occurrence) or screen No. 9002 (sort by frequency) during the RUN mode.
Page 231 If required, press “Prt.” to print the display his- tory record data. Press “Quit”. The NT31/NT31C returns to the “DISPLAY HISTORY MENU” screen. S Example print-out All of the recorded data is printed out in the same order as on the currently dis- played screen.
Page 232: Displaying And Printing The Alarm History Record
“sort by frequency” (order of number of times the bits have come “ON”). Reference - With the NT31/NT31C, the record data can also be displayed by registering an “alarm history” display element on the screen. - For details on the alarm history record function, refer to 7-15-2 “Alarm History Record Function”...
Page 233 If required, press “Prt.” to print the display his- tory record data. Press “Quit”. The NT31/NT31C returns to the “ALARM HISTORY MENU” screen. S Example print-out All of the recorded data is printed out in the same order as on the currently dis- played screen.
Page 234: Checking Screen Data
Section 6-11 6-11-6 Checking Screen Data The NT31/NT31C allows the registered screens (Nos. 1 to 3999) to be displayed and checked by operation from the System Menu. Reference - Window screens cannot be displayed by operation from the System Menu.
Page 235 c) Return to the screen on which screens are specified.
Page 236 Section 6-11 System Maintenance Displaying the “SCREEN DATA CHECK” Screen Display the “SCREEN DATA CHECK” screen by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below. Select “Maintenance Mode”. Select “Screen Data Disp.” Specify the screen to be displayed in the input field in the middle of the screen.
Page 237 Section 6-11 System Maintenance Press the touch switches to specify the dis- play method in each case. The setting option changes each time a touch switch is pressed. Press “Quit” to return to the screen number selection screen. Press “Disp”. Touching the top or bottom of the screen BOILER OPERATION changes the way the display elements over-...
Page 238: Device Check
To end the operation, press “Quit” on the screen number selection screen. The NT31/NT31C returns to the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen. 6-11-7 Device Check The NT31/NT31C provides checks on the functions of the following items. - Buzzer Page 227 - LED...
Page 239 Section 6-11 System Maintenance Select “Device Check”. Select “Buzzer Check”. S If the buzzer functions correctly, it will sound continuously. At this time, the “Buzzer Check” touch switch will be displayed in reverse video. S To stop the buzzer while it is sounding, press the “Buzzer Check” touch switch again.
Page 240 Section 6-11 System Maintenance Select “Device Check”. Select “LED Check”. S If the RUN LED is functioning normally, it will operate as follows. At this time the “LED Check” touch switch will be displayed in reverse video. Lit in green → OFF → lit in red → OFF → lit in green... S To end the LED check, press the “LED Check”...
Page 241 (red → green → blue → magenta → cyan → yellow → white → black). On completion of the display and clearance of all dots, the NT31/NT31C returns to the “DEVICE CHECK MENU” screen.
Page 242 - In the screen data memory check, a write test is performed on the screen data memory. Since all the screen data in the NT31/NT31C is lost in this check, con- firm that this data is backed up at the Support Tool or memory unit before exe- cuting it.
Page 243 Section 6-11 System Maintenance Check the screen data memory by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below. Select “Maintenance Mode”. Select “I/O Check”. Select “Device Check”. Select “Screen Memory”. Press “Execute”.
Page 244 S If an error is discovered in the check, the message “Memory Check NG” is dis- played. After confirming the result of the check, press “Quit”. The NT31/NT31C returns to the “DEVICE CHECK MENU” screen. Checking Touch Switches Check whether or not the touch switches function normally by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below.
Page 245 A touch switch is normal if it is dis- played in reverse video while pressed. To end the check, press the touch switch at the top right corner (NT31: displayed in reverse video; NT31C: displayed in yellow). The NT31/NT31C will return to the “DEVICE CHECK MENU”.
Page 246 Select “Battery”. “The voltage is within the normal range.” or “The voltage is lowered.” is displayed. After confirming the result of the check, press “Quit”. The NT31/NT31C returns to the “DEVICE CHECK MENU” screen. Note When “The voltage is lowered” is displayed, replace the built-in battery immediate- ly.
Page 247: Checking Interfaces
Section 6-11 System Maintenance 6-11-8 Checking Interfaces The NT31/NT31C allows the following communication functions to be checked. - Communication with the Support Tool Page 236 - Communication at serial ports Page 237 - Communication with printers Page 240 Checking Communication with the Support Tool Check communication with the Support Tool by following the menu operation from the System Menu shown below.
Page 248 S If communication with the Support Tool is normal, data transmitted from the Sup- port Tool is displayed as hexadecimal data when received by the NT31/NT31C. After confirming the result of the test, press “Quit”. The NT31/NT31C returns to the “I/F CHECK MENU” screen.
Page 249 Section 6-11 System Maintenance - For NT link (1:1 or 1:N) Example: Serial port B while using the NT link (1:N) Press “Execute” to start the check. The data for checking communication is sent to the host, and is displayed as “∗∗” symbols at “Sending Data”. - If communication with the host is normal, the reply from the host is displayed at “Received Data”...
Page 250 Section 6-11 System Maintenance - For a bar code reader The check starts when the check screen is displayed. Read data with the bar code reader in this status. - If communication with the bar code reader is normal, the read character strings are displayed in hexadecimal text code at “Received Data”.
Page 251 Select “Comm. Port A” or “Comm. Port B”. The check screen is displayed (“Check screen”, page 237). After confirming the result of the check, press “Quit”. The NT31/NT31C returns to the “I/F CHECK MENU” screen. Checking Communication with a Printer Check communication with a printer by following the menu operation from the Sys- tem Menu shown below.
Page 252 S If data does not reach the printer within 60 seconds after sending starts, the message ‘Finished Printer output failed’ is displayed. After confirming the result of the check, press “Quit”. The NT31/NT31C returns to the “I/F CHECK MENU” screen.
Page 253: 6-12 Programming Console Function
Section 6-12 Programming Console Function 6-12 Programming Console Function As an expansion function, the NT31/NT31C features the “programming console function”, which allows it to be used instead of a programming console (type C200H-PRO27-E) for a C-series CPM1, CQM1, C200HX/HG/HE (–ZE), or CS1-series CS1G/CS1H.
Page 254: Usable Systems
CS1H-CPU67-E *1 The peripheral port programming console always has priority. If a programming console is connected later, the programming console function of the NT31/NT31C is invalidated and operation from the NT31/NT31C becomes impossible. *2 An RS-232C cable cannot be connected to the peripheral port. An RS-232C adapter (CPM1-CIF01) is required.
Page 255: Connection Method
CPU built-in RS-232C port and a peripheral port. Only the points of difference with an actual programming console are described here. For details on using the NT31/NT31C as a programming console, refer to the instruction manual for the programming console (C200H-PRO27-E).
Page 256 Section 6-12 Programming Console Function The “programming console” screen is displayed by operating the system menu as described below. Select “Expansion Mode”. Select “Programming Console”. The programming console screen is dis- played. Press the programming console sheet keys (touch switches) for the operation. Press the “Quit”...
Page 257 Section 6-12 Programming Console Function Key Operations S Mode selection keys, mode lock key The display element on the programming console screen shown below com- prises the mode selection keys, which change the operation mode of the PC, and the mode lock key, which prevents unintended mode changes. Mode selection keys Mode lock key The RUN, MONITOR, and PROGRAM mode selection key elements are touch...
Page 258 Section 6-12 Programming Console Function S Programming console keyboard The programming console keyboard used on the screen when the programming console function is used is comprised entirely of touch switches (shown by the dashed line frames in the figure below). On pressing a touch switch, a key op- eration is executed.
Page 259 S It is not possible to adjust the volume of the key press sound. Whether or not the key press sound sounds is determined by the setting for the “Key Press Sound” memory switch of the NT31/NT31C. It sounds when the setting is “ON” and does not when the setting is “OFF” (page 191).
Page 260: Nt31/Nt31C Functions
SECTION 7 NT31/NT31C Functions This section describes the functions of the NT31/NT31C. NT31/NT31C Screen ............
Page 261 7-14-8 Temporary Input Fields ..........7-14-9 Focus window .
Page 263: Nt31/Nt31C Screen
7-1-1 Screen Composition The NT31/NT31C screen is 320 dots wide by 240 dots high. Each dot is set by a combination of an X coordinate (horizontal direction) and a Y coordinate (vertical direction). The coordinate origin (0, 0) is at the top left of the screen.
Page 264 NT31/NT31C Screen Overlapping Screens The NT31/NT31C allows up to 8 screens to be displayed overlapped as one screen. A group of overlapped screens is called an “overlapping screen”. To allow distinction, the screen that results when the multiple component screens are overlapped is called the “parent screen”, and the individual component...
Page 265 Direct registration of elements on a parent screen is not possible. To display an overlapping screen on the NT31/NT31C, designate the screen number of the parent screen. The child screens will be displayed in the order they were registered (i.e., the first one registered will be the “bottom-most”...
Page 266 Apart from the normal (standard) screen display method, which a screen is dis- played over the entire panel area, the NT31/NT31C also allows screens to be dis- played in one part of the screen area only. This partial screen is called a “window”, and a screen on which a window is displayed is called a “window screen”.
Page 267 The types of system screens are indicated in the table below. Screen No. Name Function No-display screen If screen number “0” is designated as the display screen, the screen of the NT31/NT31C is made blank. 9000 “System initializing” This screen is displayed during the initial process- screen ing when the NT31/NT31C starts operation.
Page 268: Screen Attributes
7-1-4 Screen Attributes The NT31/NT31C allows attributes to be set for each screen, so that the function specified by the attribute is executed when the screen is displayed. For example, when a screen for which the “buzzer attribute” has been set is displayed, the buzz- er sounds.
Page 269 (Default) Reference: The display history can be checked in the Maintenance mode of the NT31/NT31C, and can also be read during operation by displaying screen number 9001 (occur- rence order) or screen number 9002 (frequency order). It is also possible to trans- mit the display history record data to the personal computer by operation at the Support Tool.
Page 270 Section 7-1 NT31/NT31C Screen S Load Local1, Load Local2 Specify whether or not a window (Local1, Local2) pops up at the same time the screen is displayed by screen switching. Set the window screen number to be displayed when you check these attribute.
Page 271: Color Display
Black, blue, red, magenta, green, cyan, yellow, white The four color combinations below are in an XOR relationship. The NT31/NT31C has a function which prevents the display of an element on a background of the same color (making it invisible) by changing the color of the ele- ment to the color which is in XOR relationship with its present color.
Page 272 Green, cyan, yellow, white Black Reference: When screen data is created for an NT31, black and white are displayed as white and black respectively at the Support Tool. On the display of a monochrome per- sonal computer, the display at the NT31 matches the colors displayed at the Sup- port Tool, but when a personal computer with a color display is used, the colors are reversed.
Page 273 Section 7-1 NT31/NT31C Screen S Impossible applications of the color designation “transparent” - Background of character strings displayed from character string memory tables - Background of numeric values displayed from numeral memory tables - Background of numeric values and character strings in numeral setting input...
Page 274: Display Elements
Page 334 of various functions, such as notification to the host, to be executed by pressing the touch panel of the NT31/NT31C. They also have the same display functions as normal (standard) lamps. They can be displayed in any of the following forms: standard, shadow, 3-dimension, rectangle, circle,...
Page 275 The data contents of multiple numeral memory tables in the internal memory Page 385 of the NT31/NT31C are displayed in the form of a broken line graph. Trend graphs The data contents of multiple numeral memory tables in the internal memory Page 391 of the NT31/NT31C are displayed in the form of a trend graph.
Page 276: Areas For Control/Notification
PT Status Control Area (Host ↔ NT31/NT31C) 7-2-1 When data is written to this area from the host, the NT31/NT31C reads the data and operates accordingly. However, note that the number of the currently dis- played screen is written to the “screen switch setting” word from the NT31/NT31C too.
Page 277 Section 7-2 Areas for Control/Notification Allocated Words of the PT Status Control Area The PT status control area (host ↔ NT31/NT31C) can be allocated to the following host (PC) areas. Symbol C Series PCs Allocation CVM1/CV Series PCs Allocation CS1 Series PCs...
Page 278 4-digit BCD or hexadecimal value into the “screen switch setting” word by the NT31/NT31C. At the same time, the “ON” status is also notified to the screen switch strobe flag of the “PT status”...
Page 279 Designate the memory table numbers of the copy source and copy destination memory tables as 4-digit BCD or hexadecimal values, when copying data be- tween memory tables in the NT31/NT31C. Whether the values are BCD or hex- adecimal is determined by the setting for numeral storage type in the PT configu- ration settings made with the Support Tool.
Page 280 PT status control bit operations to achieve agreement with the status of the NT31/NT31C. - The PT status control bits are checked in bit units by the NT31/NT31C. The only functions that are actually performed are those for which the corresponding bits...
Page 281 OFF, the screen is cleared and the backlight also goes off. However, if the screen saver function is set with the memory switches of the NT31/NT31C, the screen saver is activated (the operation depends on the setting made for the screen saver function).
Page 282 Section 7-2 Areas for Control/Notification The contents of the words that reflect the status of an NT link (1:N) system are indicated below. Word Function 〈C200HX/HG/ “Communication in progress” flag of unit No. 0: HE (–Z)〉 ON when connected Word 265 “Communication in progress”...
Page 283 - The buzzer can also be controlled by using the “Buzzer” screen attributes (page 257). - Display history initialization (bit 11) This bit is used to initialize the display history recorded in the NT31/NT31C. When it is switched from 0 (OFF) to 1 (ON), the display history in the NT31/NT31C is initialized.
Page 284 - The printer type (control protocol) and printing method, are set with the memory switches of the NT31/NT31C.
Page 285 It is also possible to copy memory tables using the PT status control area. - PT screen switching (bit 4) This bit is used to disable screen switching by operation at the NT31/NT31C. The status of bit 4 has the following effects. Bit 4 Function 0 (OFF) Screen switching by operation at the NT31/NT31C is possible.
Page 286: Pt Status Notify Area (Nt31/Nt31C To Host)
PT status notify area. - Alarm history initialization (bit 1) This bit is used to initialize the alarm history recorded in the NT31/NT31C. When it is switched from “0” (OFF) to “1” (ON), the alarm history in the NT31/NT31C is initialized.
Page 287 Section 7-2 Areas for Control/Notification Allocated Words of the PT Status Notify Area The PT status notify area (NT31/NT31C → host) can be allocated to the following host (PC) areas. Symbol C Series PCs Allocation CVM1/CV Series PCs Allocation CS1 Series PCs...
Page 288 Close - PT operation status (bit 15) When the NT31/NT31C is in the RUN mode, this bit is set to “1”. In other modes, and when the System Menu screen is displayed, it is set to “0” (OFF). When this bit is set to “0” (OFF), the allocated bits and words are neither read or written.
Page 289 11-3-1 “Replacing the Battery” (page 634). - Screen switching strobe (bit 12) This bit is set to “1” (ON) when the NT31/NT31C screen is changed by an in- struction from the host or by operation at the NT31/NT31C (ex. use of screen changeover function).
Page 290: Window Control Area (Host ↔ Nt31/Nt31C)
When the display status of the window (screen No., display position) is changed due to the operation at NT31/NT31C , current status of the window is written to the area allocated to the host. The host can determine the display status of the window by reading this area.
Page 291 Reference: It is not necessary to allocate word to window control area when the window is not controlled from the host or when the window is not used. Allocated Words of the Window Control Area The window control area (NT31/NT31C(host) can be allocated to the following host (PLC) areas. Symbol...
Page 292 Tool. Functions of the Window Control Area If the NT31/NT31C is currently operating, the status of the window is always writ- ten to the window control area. The contents of the window control area depends on the window type (global window/local window) and the circumstances as fol- lows.
Page 293 With Occurrence history screen (screen No.9001) and frequency history screen (screen No.9002) global window remains opened. Data is written to the window control area from both the NT31/NT31C and the host. The meaning of the data differs according to whether it is written from the...
Page 294 Areas for Control/Notification S When the data is written from the host: To switch, open, close or move a window on the NT31/NT31C by an instruction from the host, write the window screen number or coordinates to the “window No.”, “X coordinate” or “Y coordinate” as 4-digits BCD or hexadecimal. Whether the values are BCD or hexadecimal is determined by the setting for numeral storage type in the PT configuration settings made with the Support Tool.
Page 295: Memory Tables
Section 7-3 Memory Tables Memory Tables The NT31/NT31C has the following three types of memory area that can be written to freely from the host. - “Numeral memory tables” for numeric value data Page 284 - “Character string memory tables” for text data Page 291 - “Bit memory tables”...
Page 296 This setting determines whether or not the allocated words at the host are initialized when the power to the NT31/NT31C is turned ON, when the NT31/NT31C is reset, and on transition from the System Menu to the RUN Initial mode.
Page 297 The relationships among the allocated words, the number of allocated words, and the contents of numeral memory tables are indicated in the figure below. - When the number of allocated words is 1 word NT31/NT31C Numeral memory table Only four digits read ←...
Page 298 “Storage Type” and is stored after conversion to signed binary data. Accordingly, the same data will be interpreted in different ways by the NT31/NT31C depending on the setting made for “Storage Type”. Reference: Signed binary data expresses negative values as the complement of two (the bits are inverted and 1 is added).
Page 299 Section 7-3 Memory Tables - Stored data The table below indicates how the set “Value” (initial value) and the contents of host words are stored in numeral memory tables. Storage of “Value” set at the Support Tool Number Display After Input Value Storage Type Stored Value...
Page 300 The “Initial” setting determines whether the contents of numeral memory tables are written to the allocated word(s) at the host when the power to the NT31/NT31C is turned ON, when the NT31/NT31C is reset, or on transition from the System Menu to the RUN mode.
Page 301 S When the “Initial” setting at the Support Tool is checked when the power to the NT31/NT31C is turned ON, the NT31/NT31C is reset, or on transition from the System Menu to the RUN mode (the contents of all numeral memory tables that are allocated to the host and whose “Initial”...
Page 302: Character String Memory Tables
Since they can be allocated to words at the host, the contents of words at the host can be displayed as character strings at the NT31/NT31C via character string memory tables. Character string memory tables are assigned character string memory table num- bers so that they can be managed and designated individually.
Page 303 This setting determines whether or not the allocated words at the host are initialized when the power to the NT31/NT31C is turned ON, when the NT31/NT31C is reset, and on transition from the System Menu to the RUN mode. “Initialization” here means initialization of the allocated words at the host: when a check mark is set, the previous character string memory table contents are written to the host words.
Page 304 The “Initial” setting determines whether the contents of character string memory tables are written to the allocated word(s) at the host when the power to the NT31/NT31C is turned ON, when the NT31/NT31C is reset, or on transition from the System Menu to the RUN mode.
Page 305 However, writing is only executed in the following cases. S When the contents of the character string memory table have changed as a re- sult of operations at the NT31/NT31C, such as memory table copying by touch switch operation, or use of the input setting function S When the “Initial”...
Page 306 Section 7-3 Memory Tables 7-3-3 Bit Memory Tables [Function Outline] Bit memory tables are internal memories for bit data. They are allocated to a bit at the host to monitors a bit, and can execute a specific function in accordance with the status of that bit. Bit memory tables are assigned bit memory table numbers so that they can be managed and designated individually.
Page 307 Section 7-3 Memory Tables S Operation when using the alarm list/history function The operation when using the alarm list/history function is as follows. Reference - For the alarm list function, display is in ascending order of bit memory table numbers. For the alarm history function display is in occurrence order (from newest record/from oldest record) or frequency order.
Page 308 Section 7-3 Memory Tables Reference - In the case described above, both “image/library display” and “screen change- over” functions are set. The operation when a touch switch is pressed is deter- mined as follows in accordance with these settings. Touch switch Image/library Image/library Screen...
Page 309 Section 7-3 Memory Tables S Allocated bit Bit memory tables can be allocated to the following host (PC) areas. Symbol C Series PCs Allocation CVM1/CV Series PCs Allocation CS1 Series PCs Allocation Data memory Data memory Data memory I/O relay I/O relay I/O relay Timer present value...
Page 310 Black/Blue/Red/Magenta/Green/Cyan/Yellow/White ground Color Color of message text (white and black for NT31) - If the “alarm list” and “alarm history” functions are registered for a screen, mes- sages and image/library data are displayed in accordance with the status of the bit memory table (refer to “Common Attributes”, page 297).
Page 311 Memory Tables Reference: The alarm history can also be checked by pressing the “Alarm History” touch switch on the “MAINTENANCE MODE MENU” screen of the NT31/NT31C. For details, refer to 6-11-5 “Displaying and Printing the Alarm History Record” (page 221).
Page 312: Fixed Displays
Section 7-4 Fixed Displays Fixed Displays “Fixed displays” are graphics and text that are always displayed on the screen and do not change. This section gives details of fixed displays. There are the following types of fixed display. S Text Page 310 S Circle Page 301...
Page 313 Section 7-4 Fixed Displays [Restrictions] S Up to 65535 of the following graphics can be registered on one screen. (Same for window screen.) For an overlapping screen comprising 8 child screens, the maximum is 524280 (65535×8 screens). Fixed display text, circles, arcs, sectors, polylines, polygons, rectangles, tiling, marks There is no restriction on the number of graphics that can be registered for one screen data file: any number can be registered as long as the data file capacity is...
Page 314 Section 7-4 Fixed Displays - Display attribute and drawing result Attribute Drawing Result Standard Only the line of the arc is drawn in the foreground color. Inverse The area enclosed by the arc and a straight line drawn between its start and end points is displayed in the foreground color.
Page 315 Section 7-4 Fixed Displays The line style is fixed as “solid line” and thickness is fixed as one dot. At the Support Tool, the center point and radius are specified as shown below. Radius Center point - Display attribute and drawing result Attribute Drawing Result Standard...
Page 316 Section 7-4 Fixed Displays At the Support Tool, specify the start point and end point as shown in the figure below (it is not necessary to draw the rectangle from top left to bottom right). By setting the start point and end point, the position and size are automatically set. Start point Position (top left corner of the rectangle) Size (Y direction)
Page 317 Section 7-4 Fixed Displays At the Support Tool, using a triangle as the base, create the polygon by chang- ing the number and position of the vertices. The attribute point is automatically set inside the polygon (its position can be changed). Attribute point Right click here (to add a vertex)
Page 318 Section 7-4 Fixed Displays S Polyline The relationship between the properties of a polyline and the displayed graphic are indicated below. - Properties General Line Style Line type used for the polyline Solid line Broken line 1-dot chain line 2-dot chain line Attribute Display mode for the polyline (“Display attribute and drawing result”, page 307).
Page 319 Section 7-4 Fixed Displays S Sector The relationship between the properties of a sector and the displayed graphic are indicated below. - Properties General Position Center point Coordinates of the circle that includes the sector. Start point Coordinates of the start point of the sector End point Coordinates of the end point of the sector Size...
Page 320 Section 7-4 Fixed Displays - Display attribute and drawing result Attribute Drawing Result Only the boundary line of the sector is drawn in the Standard foreground color. Inverse The entire sector is displayed in the foreground color. Flash Repeated alternation between “standard” display and no display.
Page 321: Text (Fixed Display)
Section 7-4 Fixed Displays 7-4-2 Text (Fixed Display) [Function Outline] These are character strings that are continually displayed as a fixed display. Stan- dard, flash, and inverse flash displays are possible (inverse display can be speci- fied by exchanging the foreground color and background color of the character string).
Page 322 Section 7-4 Fixed Displays [Display Functions] The relationship between the properties of a text display element and the dis- played graphic are indicated below. S Properties General Description Displayed text Alphanumerics and symbols, Marks Position Coordinates of the top left corner of the rectangle that encloses the text.
Page 323 Reference: The 32 dot high-definition font is not displayed for the following models (16 16 dot font is used.) S NT31-ST121j-E S NT31C-ST141j-E S Smoothing Characters enlarged to a scale of 2×2 or larger can be displayed with the outline automatically smoothed.
Page 324: Tiling
Section 7-4 Fixed Displays [Relationship with Other Elements] S It is possible to make a single library data display by combining multiple fixed display elements. If the display attributes for any of the elements in such a dis- play is “Flash” or “Inverse Flash”, the display flashes in accordance with these settings.
Page 325 Section 7-4 Fixed Displays [Display Functions] The relationship between the tiling properties and tiling method is indicated below. S Properties General Position Coordinates where tiling starts Tiling pattern (“Pattern and color”, page 314) Pattern Uniform Slant right Crosshatch Slant left Grid Stripe Border Diamond Halftone Color...
Page 326: Marks
Section 7-4 Fixed Displays [Processing Functions] Tiling has no data processing function. [Relationship with Other Elements] S Tiling can also be included in library data displays with other graphics. S Circles, arcs, sectors, polylines, polygons, rectangles (page 301) and marks (page 315) overlap each other in accordance with the order in which they were created.
Page 327 Section 7-4 Fixed Displays [Restrictions] S A maximum of 224 marks can be created for one screen data file: each of the marks is assigned any required character code within the range FF20 to FFFF so that it can be managed and specified. However, note that marks in the range FFEF to FFFF are used by the system and if they are changed, touch switches may not be displayed correctly for trend graphs, etc.
Page 328 Section 7-4 Fixed Displays Position (top left corner of mark) Foreground color 16 dots Background color 16 dots S Enlarged display Marks can be displayed at the following scales. 1×1 (Equal) 2×1 (Wide) 1×2 (High) 2×2 3×3 4×4 8×8 Even if a scale of 2×2 or larger is set for a mark, it will not be smoothed by the smoothing function.
Page 329 Section 7-4 Fixed Displays [Relationship with Other Elements] S It is possible to make a single library data display by combining multiple fixed display elements. If the display attribute for any of the elements in such a display is “Flash” or “Inverse Flash”, the display flashes in accordance with this setting. The timing of the flashing is the same for all elements.
Page 330: Image And Library Data
Section 7-5 Image and Library Data Image and Library Data 7-5-1 Image Data Display [Function Outline] Image data are images composed of dots. They can be set to any size within the following range. Width: 8 to 320 dots, in 8-dot units Height: 8 to 240 dots, in 8-dot units Image data are created with the image editor of the Support Tool, independently of screens, and as many as required can be displayed at any position on any screen.
Page 331 Section 7-5 Image and Library Data S Procedure for creating and using image data The procedure for creating image data and registering them on a screen is de- scribed simply here. For details, refer to the Operation Manual of the Support Tool.
Page 332 When a code for which no image data is registered is specified, the symbol indi- cating an unregistered code ( ) is displayed on the Support Tool, but on the NT31/NT31C nothing is displayed. [Input Functions] Image data have no input function.
Page 333: Library Data Display
Section 7-5 Image and Library Data [Relationship with Other Elements] S Difference between image data and library data Image data can take any form for it is composed of dots, but library data can only be created by assembling fixed display text and graphics. Since only drawing information for characters and graphics is registered for li- brary data, library data takes up less memory area than image data, which re- quires all the dots to be displayed on the screen to be registered as data.
Page 334 Section 7-5 Image and Library Data S Procedure for creating and using library data The procedure for creating library data and registering them on a screen is de- scribed briefly here. For details, refer to the Operation Manual of the Support Tool.
Page 335 When a code for which no library data is registered is specified, the symbol indi- cating an unregistered code ( ) is displayed on the Support Tool, but on the NT31/NT31C nothing is displayed. [Input Functions] Library data have no input function.
Page 336 Section 7-5 Image and Library Data S It is possible to specify different image/library data for each message displayed for the alarm list/alarm history function (page 406). S Library data elements overlap with other fixed display elements in accordance with the order in which they were displayed. However, the way in which they overlap can be changed with the Support Tool.
Page 337: Lamps
Section 7-6 Lamps Lamps [Function Outline] Lamps are graphics that change in accordance with the status of a set bit. Lamps are classified into the two major categories indicated below. S Normal (standard) lamps Normal (standard) lamps change the display status (OFF/ON/flashing) of fixed display graphics.
Page 338 Section 7-6 Lamps [Restrictions] S A maximum of 256 lamps can be registered for one screen. For an overlapping screen comprising 8 child screens, the maximum is 1024. There is no restriction on the number of lamps that can be registered for one screen data file: any number can be registered as long as the data file capacity is not exceeded.
Page 339 Section 7-6 Lamps [Display Functions] S Normal (standard) Lamps The relationship between the properties of a normal (standard) lamp and the dis- played graphic are indicated below. - Properties General Position Coordinates of the top left corner of the lamp display area Size Width and height of the lamp display area (in dot units) Label...
Page 340 Section 7-6 Lamps - Shape of lamps Rectangle Polygon Position “Description” Position “Description” Frame color Frame color “ON”/“OFF” Size Size colors LAMP LAMP (Y direction) (Y direction) “ON”/“OFF” colors Size (X direction) Size (X direction) Circle Sector Position “Description” Position “Description” Frame color Size Size...
Page 341 Section 7-6 Lamps Whether a lamp lights continuously or flashes when the lamp bit is set to “1” (ON) is determined by the “ON Type” attribute. Note that the display when the lamp is ON or flashing also changes according to the presence or absence of a frame.
Page 342 Section 7-6 Lamps General OFF state X, Y Coordinates of the top left corner of the image/library data display in the OFF state Width, Height Width/height of image/library data displayed in the OFF state Code Image/library code displayed in the OFF state Color (valid only for image data whose color mode is “2 Colors”) Foreground Foreground color of the image/library lamp in the OFF...
Page 343 Section 7-6 Lamps Light Function Address PC Bit Address Allocated bit of the lamp (“Allocated bit”, page 332) I/O Comments Comment that indicates the contents of the allocated bit Up to 16 alphanumeric characters Position Position OFF state ON state - Allocated bit Lamp bits can be allocated to the following host (PC) areas.
Page 344 Section 7-6 Lamps [Relationship with Other Elements] S Touch switches (page 334) have the same display functions as normal (stan- dard) lamps. S Lamps overlap with other elements in accordance with the order in which they were registered on the screen with the Support Tool. However, the way in which they overlap can be changed with the Support Tool.
Page 345: Touch Switches
Touch Switches Touch Switches [Function Outline] The NT31/NT31C allows input from the touch panel on the screen. By pressing (touching) the touch switches on the screen, the NT31/NT31C screen can be switched, and bit information can be sent to the host.
Page 346 When the touch switch is pressed the notify bit is set to “1” (ON). - Reset When the touch switch is pressed the notify bit is set to “0” (OFF). NT31/NT31C Touch switch 1 Bit allocated for notification (touch switch 1)
Page 347 To next screen When touch switch 1 is pressed Screen number 5 “Screen number 5” is set for touch switch 1.
Page 348 NT31/NT31C 1 2 3 4 Numeral setting input field 1 2 3...
Page 349 S Screen print key function This function allows a hard copy of the currently displayed screen to be printed out at a printer connected to the NT31/NT31C by pressing a touch switch. Screen hard copy start key When this key is pressed, printing of a screen hard copy is started.
Page 350 Section 7-7 Touch Switches [Common Attributes] The settings common to touch switches are indicated below. Depending on the function, further settings may be necessary. S Properties General Position Coordinates of the top left corner of the touch switch display area Size Width and height of the touch switch display area (dot units) Label...
Page 351 Section 7-7 Touch Switches Light Function Address PC Bit Allocated bit for displaying the touch switch (“Allocated bit”, Address page 341) I/O Comments Comment that indicates the contents of the allocated bit Character string of up to 16 alphanumerics and symbols Lamp Attribute On Type Inverted display of the display graphic when the touch...
Page 352 Section 7-7 Touch Switches <With free-shape display frame> When a free-shape display frame is used, the display graphic can be set any- where, independently of the area that responds as a touch switch (touch switch area). Rectangle Polygon Position “Description” Position “Description”...
Page 353 [Input Functions] The touch switch elements of the NT31/NT31C are arranged in a grid measuring 16 wide by 12 high on the screen. It is possible to create a single large rectangular touch switch using multiple touch switch elements.
Page 354 The input statuses of the touch switches displayed at the NT31/NT31C are always reflected by the notify bits. If the notify bit is not set, the touch switch will not function (it will function as a lamp only).
Page 355 Section 7-7 Touch Switches Settings Address PC Bit Allocated bit for touch switch notification Address (“Allocation of the notify bit”, page 345). Comment that indicates the contents of the allocated bit Comments Character string of up to 16 alphanumerics and symbols Action Type Notification operation when the touch switch is pressed Momentary, Alternative, Set, Reset S Types of notification operation...
Page 356 (alternate, set, or reset) to the same word, but this is possible with the NT31/NT31C. - If the status of a bit allocated to an alternate touch switch is changed other than by touch switch operation —...
Page 357 Screen number of newly displayed screen 1 to 3999, 9001, 9002, 9020, 9999 - Specified screen number and display operation The display operation at the NT31/NT31C depends on the specified screen number, as follows. - Screen Nos. 1 to 3999 The display switches to the screen with the specified screen number.
Page 358 Section 7-7 Touch Switches - Screen No. 9001 The display history (occurrence order) screen is displayed. Screen number 9001 is notified to the host. - Screen No. 9002 The display history (frequency order) screen is displayed. Screen number 9001 is notified to the host. - Screen No.
Page 359 Reference - When the “window opening” bit of the PT status control area is set to “1” (dis- abled), it is not possible to open windows by operations at the NT31/NT31C such as touch switch operations. - By associating windows with the “cursor moving key” touch switches with the...
Page 360 - It is not possible to control a gloval window by touch switch operation.
Page 361 Section 7-7 Touch Switches The attributes for the window key are as follows. Settings Screen No. Local 1 Check this attribute when the local window 1 is to be (Keyboard) controlled. S Specify the screen number of the window to be controlled.
Page 362 - If the contents of a numeral/character string memory table have been changed by operation at the NT31/NT31C such as use of the copy key the change is noti- fied to the PT status notify area at the host.
Page 363 Section 7-7 Touch Switches S Cursor moving key function This function moves the cursor to a pre-designated numeral/character string in- put field in preparation for input. It is also possible to open a designated window simultaneously with the cursor motion, and to automatically display a window in accordance with the input field. Reference - Cursor moving keys can also be created automatically when a numeral/charac- ter string input field is registered on a screen.
Page 364 Window moving key move (3) Prss the touch panel of the NT31/NT31C at the moving destination. Window is moved so that the center position of the window comes to the pressed position. This time, “Display Position” of hte corresponding window area is changed.
Page 365 - There is no time-limit for a window moving status. It will not return to the nor- mal running status until the moving destination is specified.
Page 366 - The NT31/NT31C continues operating during printing. - The printer type and printing method (color/monochrome (8 grayscale levels)) is determined by memory switch setting at the NT31/NT31C. - A hard copy of the screen can also be printed by operation with the “PT status control bits”.
Page 367 Section 7-7 Touch Switches [Relationship with Other Elements] S By using “input key – string” and “input key – control” in combination with “Nu- meral Input” (page 417) and “String Input” (page 433), numeric values and char- acter strings can be input. Registering these keys in windows makes it possible to switch among windows as required for versatile input.
Page 368: Numeral Display
There are two methods for referencing a numeral memory table whose contents are to be displayed, as follows. S Direct reference (reference of the number of the relevant numeral memory table) NT31/NT31C Allocated word Numeral memory (numeral memory table No. 18) table No.
Page 369 Section 7-8 Numeral Display [Common Attributes] The relationship between the properties of a numeral display and the displayed numeric value is indicated below. S Properties General Position Coordinates of the top left corner of the field in which the numeric value is displayed.
Page 370 32 dot high–definition font. Reference: The 32 dot high–definition font is not displayed for the following models (16 16 dot font is used.) S NT31-ST121 S NT31C-ST141 S Smoothing Characters enlarged to a scale of 2 2 or greater can be displayed with the out- line automatically smoothed.
Page 371 12345678 ⇔ S Direct reference and indirect reference Direct reference is a method whereby the memory table whose contents are to be displayed is specified directly. NT31/NT31C Allocated word Numeral memory (numeral memory table No. 18) table No. 18 DM0100...
Page 372 Section 7-8 Numeral Display Example: Displaying “123456” - Setting for “Integer” = 8; setting for “Decimal” = 0: Resulting display: 00123456 - Setting for “Integer” = 4; setting for “Decimal” = 4: Resulting display: 0012.3456 - Setting for “Integer” = 2, setting for “Decimal” = 4: Resulting display: 12.3456 - Setting for “Integer”...
Page 373 Section 7-8 Numeral Display <Permissible display range> The permissible display range depends on the settings made for “Display Type” and “Display Sign”, as follows. Display Type Sign Permissible Display Range Unsigned 0 to 2147483648 Decimal −2147483648 to 2147483647 Signed Hexadecimal –...
Page 374 Section 7-8 Numeral Display <Relationship between contents of host words and displayed numeric value> When displaying the contents of a numeral memory table allocated to a word at the host, the contents of the word are first converted to the format for storage in the numeral memory table (signed hexadecimal), and then converted again in accordance with the settings for “Display Type”...
Page 375 For details on the method of display depending on the “General” settings, refer to “Common Attributes” (page 358).
Page 376 Section 7-8 Numeral Display [Input Functions] Numeral displays have no input function. [Output Functions] Numeral displays have no output function. [Processing Functions] With numeral displays, the contents of numeral memory tables are converted to displayed numeric values in accordance with the “General” settings. For details on the method of conversion depending on the “General”...
Page 377: Character String Display
There are two methods for referencing a character string memory table whose contents are to be displayed, as follows. S Direct reference (reference of the number of the relevant character string memory table) NT31/NT31C Character string Allocated word memory table (character string memory table No.
Page 378 Section 7-9 Character String Display [Restrictions] S A maximum of 256 character string displays can be registered for one screen. (Same for window screen.) For an overlapping screen comprising 8 child screens, the maximum is 1024. There is no restriction on the number of character string displays that can be reg- istered for one screen data file: any number can be registered as long as the data file capacity is not exceeded.
Page 379 Section 7-9 Character String Display [Common Attributes] The relationship between the properties of a character string display and the dis- played character string is indicated below. S Properties General Position Coordinates of the top left corner of the field in which the character string is displayed.
Page 380 Section 7-9 Character String Display S Enlarged display Character strings can be displayed at the following scales. 1 1 (Equal) 2 1 (Wide) 1 2 (High) With “ISO 8859–1” font type, the character strings of 2 2 or larger scale are automatically displayed in 32 dot high–definition font.
Page 381 ABCDEFG ⇔ S Direct reference and indirect reference Direct reference is a method whereby the memory table whose contents are to be displayed is specified directly. NT31/NT31C Character string Allocated word memory table (character string memory table No. 51) No. 51...
Page 382 Section 7-9 Character String Display [Input Functions] Character string displays have no input function. [Output Functions] Character string displays have no output function. [Processing Functions] Character string displays have no processing function. [Relationship with Other Elements] S The conversion method and display method used with character string input (page 433) are the same as those used when for character string display.
Page 383: 7-10 Graphs
Graphs 7-10 Graphs The following three types of graphs can be used with the NT31/NT31C. The con- tents of memory tables are read out, and the graph display is updated, automati- cally. If the numeral memory table is allocated to a word or words at the host, changes in the word or words are continually reflected in the graph.
Page 384 Section 7-10 Graphs [Common Attributes] The relationship between the properties of a bar graph and the display results is indicated below. S Properties General Position Coordinates of the top left corner of the bar graph area. Size Width and height of the area in which the bar graph is displayed (dot units) Width: 2 to 230 Height: 2 to 240 Frame...
Page 385 Section 7-10 Graphs Settings (Specify 0% value using either of “Table Entry” or “Value”.) Table Entry Numeral memory table number checked to find the 0% value for percentage calculations @ Designate the number of the numeral memory table that stores the 0% value. Range: 0 to 1999 Value Checked to find the 0% value for percentage calculations...
Page 386 Section 7-10 Graphs S Incremental direction of bar graphs The incremental directions of the bar graph depending on the setting made for “Direction” are shown below (applies only when no check mark is set for “Display Sign”). “Up”: “Down”: The bar graph increments upward. The bar graph increments downward.
Page 387 Section 7-10 Graphs S Differences in the bar graph display method according to the percentage value The bar graph display method varies according to the percentage value range. (1) When the percentage value is in the minus range The display varies as follows according to the “Display Sign” setting. - No check mark: The bar graph is displayed as 0% (“Display %”...
Page 388: Analogue Meter
Section 7-10 Graphs [Output Functions] Bar graphs have no output function. [Processing Functions] Bar graphs calculate the percentage value in accordance with the settings made for “Settings”. For details on the calculation method depending on the “Settings” settings, refer to “Common Attributes”...
Page 389 Section 7-10 Graphs [Common Attributes] The relationship between the properties of an analogue meter and the display re- sults is indicated below. S Property General Position Coordinates of the top left corner of the analogue meter area. Coordinate of the center position of the meter part of an analogue meter.
Page 390 Section 7-10 Graphs Meter Colour Foreground Foreground color for the present value (needle or fill) of the meter part (colors other than black and white featured with NT31C only) Black/Blue/Red Magenta/Green/Cyan/Yellow/White Background Background color of the analogue meter (colors other than black and white featured with NT31C only) Black/Blue/Red/Magenta/Green/Cyan/Yellow/White +Range...
Page 391 *1 The –100% value, 0% value, and 100% value must comply with the following -100% value 0% value<100% value relationship: <...
Page 392 Section 7-10 Graphs Even if the specified value was in an allowable range, it is discarded when an ana- logue meter sticks out of the screen with the specified value. Reference - It is not possible to specify a character attribute and transparent background for a percentage display.
Page 393 Section 7-10 Graphs 0% position Circle 0% position is determined by me- Clockwise ter direction. It is not influenced by Clockwise display direction. Clockwise Clockwise Anti–Clockwise Anti–Clockwise Anti–Clockwise Anti–Clockwise With a display sign: 0% position comes at the Semi-Circle center of the meter. Clockwise Cloc- Cloc-...
Page 394 Graphs Section 7-10 - When the value is more than 100%, it will be displayed same as 100%. Overflow display is not performed for both cases. Semi–Circle, Quarter When “Display Sign” is ON, center position of the meter will be 0% and the each end side corresponds to 100% and –100%.
Page 395 Section 7-10 Graphs S Scale Distance and Scale Length Specify the scale position and scale length in % format regarding the radius as 100%. Scale distance (0 Specify the distance from the center of an analogue meter in % format regard- ing the radius as 100%.
Page 396: Broken Line Graphs
Section 7-10 Graphs 7-10-3 Broken Line Graphs [Function Outline] Broken line graphs represent the contents of multiple consecutive numeral memory tables as one broken line. They enable the values of consecutive numer- al memory tables to be taken in at a glance. It is possible to display more than one broken line graph in the same frame so that they can be compared.
Page 397 Section 7-10 Graphs [Common Attributes] The relationship between the properties of a broken line graph and the display re- sults is indicated below. S Properties General (properties of the frame) Position Coordinates of the top left corner of the graph area. Size Width and height of the area in which the broken line graph is displayed (dot units)
Page 398 Section 7-10 Graphs Settings (properties of each broken line) 100% (Specify 100% value using either of “Table Entry” or “Value”.) Table Entry Numeral memory table number checked to find the 100% value for percentage calculations @ Designate the number of the numeral memory table that stores the 100% value.
Page 399 Section 7-10 Graphs S Resulting display <When no check mark is set for “Display Sign”> Position (Top left corner of the rectangular area including the graph) Frame color 100% position Display color for the + range Size (Y direction) Line (color, style) 0% position Size Negative values...
Page 400 Section 7-10 Graphs S Direction of broken line graphs The directions of broken line graphs depending on the setting made for “Direc- tion” are shown below. The “direction” of a broken line graph means the direction in which the values in numeral memory tables are plotted, starting from the nu- meral memory table with the smallest table number and proceeding through pro- gressively larger table numbers.
Page 401 Section 7-10 Graphs S Method for calculating the percentage value The percentage value is calculated as follows, depending on whether it is larger or smaller than the “0%” value. However, note that although each vertex of the broken line graph is displayed based on this value, individual percentage values are not displayed.
Page 402: Trend Graphs
Section 7-10 Graphs [Input Functions] Broken line graphs have no input function. [Output Functions] Broken line graphs have no output function. [Processing Functions] Broken line graphs calculate the percentage value in accordance with the settings made for “Settings” (properties of each broken line). For details on the calculation method depending on the “Settings”...
Page 403 Section 7-10 Graphs In the case of trend graphs comprising past values recorded with the logging function, up to eight broken lines can be registered for one screen. S Trend graphs cannot be specified indirectly using a numeral memory table. They must be specified by direct reference.
Page 404 Section 7-10 Graphs General Color Frame Display color of the frame (colors other than black and white fea- tured with NT31C only) Black/Blue/Red/Magenta/Green/Cyan/Yellow/White + Range Display color of the positive range (colors other than black and white featured with NT31C only) Black/Blue/Red/Magenta/Green/Cyan/Yellow/White −...
Page 405 Section 7-10 Graphs Settings (properties of each line) (Specify 0% value using either of “Table Entry” or “Value”.) Table Entry Numeral memory table number checked to find the 0% value for percentage calculations (effective only when a check mark is set for “Display %”) @ Designate the number of the numeral memory table that stores the 0% value.
Page 406 Section 7-10 Graphs Logging Touch Switches for Display Function Stop Presence/absence of a touch switch to stop data sampling Check mark (touch switch set)/ No check mark (touch switch not set) Clear Presence/absence of a touch switch to clear the trend graph Display display Check mark (touch switch set)/...
Page 407 Section 7-10 Graphs S Display elements of trend graph A trend graph consists of three display elements. Except for the graph area, it is possible to choose whether or not the element is displayed. Area in which the graph is displayed Percentage value of the latest data Touch switches for controlling the graph display <Graph area>...
Page 408 Section 7-10 Graphs S Resulting display <When no check mark is set for “Display Sign”> Position (Top left corner of the rectangular area including the graph, percentage display, and touch switches) Frame color Latest data 100% position −120% Latest data Display color for the + range Size Line (color, style)
Page 409 Latest data f: Latest data f: Latest data Direction of motion → To start, the Thereafter, the NT31/NT31C NT31/NT31C draws a line draws a line from from 0 to the the last data to latest data. the latest data.
Page 410 Latest data f: Latest data f: Latest data Direction of motion → To start, the The data is NT31/NT31C progressively draws a line cleared, oldest from 0 to the first. latest data. The drawing results with each “Direction” setting are indicated below.
Page 411 With the NT31/NT31C, the data logging function can be used for the data of up to 8 lines. The maximum data quantity that can be recorded for each is 1440 points, and when this limit is exceeded the data is deleted from the oldest points.
Page 412 Reference: The retention of data by the data logging function remains effective until any of the following operations is performed. - The power to the NT31/NT31C is turned OFF. - The NT31/NT31C is reset. - All the screen data is transmitted.
Page 413 Section 7-10 Graphs <When both the data logging function and the background function are used> Screen Return switching Trend graph screen Other screen Trend graph screen Data logging performed continually S Controls on display according to touch switches Trend graphs can be displayed in the form shown below, with associated touch switches to control operations.
Page 414 Section 7-10 Graphs “Display clear” (clear display) touch switch Clears the trend graph display. The logging data is not cleared but re- tained. “Log clear” (clear log) touch switch Clears all the logging data. At the same time, the trend graph being dis- played is also cleared.
Page 415 Section 7-10 Graphs S Display direction of previous/next page touch switch The display direction of previous/next page when “Right” is set for “Direction” is shown below. [Type: Standard] 1 page of display Oldest Previous page Next page Latest (rewind) (forward) [Type: Pen Reco] 1 page of display Next page...
Page 416 Section 7-10 Graphs [Display Functions] For trend graphs, the graph area is displayed in accordance with the “General” set- tings, and the broken line is displayed in accordance with the “Settings” (properties of each line) settings. For details on the method of display depending on the “General” and “Settings” (properties of each line) settings, refer to “Common Attributes”...
Page 417: Alarm List, Alarm History
No. 13 (102B) is displayed. Reference: If the remaining capacity of the battery is insufficient, the alarm history data is all cleared when the power to the NT31/NT31C is turned OFF or the NT31/NT31C is reset.
Page 418 “1” (ON) (displayed from the oldest record first or the newest record first depending on the memory switch setting at the NT31/NT31C) - Frequency order: Order based on the number of times the status of each bit has changed to “1” (ON), from most...
Page 419 The alarm history only checks host bits allocated to bit memory tables for which “History” is set. The relevant host bits are checked continually. Consequently, if a large number of host bits is set the processing of the NT31/NT31C may be delayed.
Page 420 Section 7-11 Alarm List, Alarm History (3) In case multiple messages are displayed, pressing another message will cause it to be displayed in reverse video, and the corresponding image/library data will be displayed. Image/library data corresponding to the second alarm message It is also possible to set PROCESS 3 STOPPED correspondence between bit memory...
Page 421 Section 7-11 Alarm List, Alarm History S The contents of the character string memory tables displayed as messages for alarm lists and alarm histories are read at the following times. - When an entire alarm list or alarm history is displayed by screen switching - When a bit being monitored by the alarm list function changes status from OFF to ON, and the corresponding message is displayed.
Page 422 Section 7-11 Alarm List, Alarm History General Color Frame Color of the frame (colors other than white and black are fea- tured with NT31C only) Black/Blue/Red/Magenta/Green/Cyan/Yellow/White Background ON color of the message display field (colors other than white and black are featured with NT31C only) Black/Blue/Red/Magenta/Green/Cyan/Yellow/White OFF color of the message display field (colors other than white and black are featured with NT31C only)
Page 423 Section 7-11 Alarm List, Alarm History [Display Functions] S Alarm list Apart from the “Common Attributes”, alarm lists have the properties indicated below. - Properties Settings List Settings Start Bit Table First bit memory table number of the bit memory tables used Entry for monitoring for the alarm list Range: 0 to 1999...
Page 424 Section 7-11 Alarm List, Alarm History S Alarm history Apart from the “Common Attributes”, alarm histories have the properties indi- cated below. - Properties Settings History Info Presence/absence of occurrence time/occurrence frequency displays (this means the presence or absence of the time of occurrence in the case of “order of occurrence”, and the presence or absence of the occurrence frequency in the case of “order of frequency”) Check mark (present)/No check mark (absent)
Page 425 Section 7-11 Alarm List, Alarm History S Timing of message reading For alarm lists and alarm histories in frequency order, when a message is dis- played, scrolling, or screen switching, the character string memory table set for the bit memory table is read, and the latest message is displayed. In contrast, in the case of alarm histories in occurrence order, only when the sta- tus of the allocated bit of the bit memory table changes to “1”...
Page 426 “1” (ON), the corresponding message becomes the latest message (the messages are displayed from the oldest first or from the newest first, depending on the memory switch setting made at the NT31/NT31C). When the status of the bit changes back to “0” (OFF), the message remains displayed.
Page 427 Section 7-11 Alarm List, Alarm History - Page scrolling touch switches If there is one page or more of messages above or below the displayed range, these touch switches are lit. This makes it possible to tell at a glance whether there are any messages outside the displayed range.
Page 428: 7-12 Inputting Numeric Values
The basic operation of a numeric key type numeral setting input field is shown below. (1) A numeric value is input into a numeral setting input field using touch switches. NT31/NT31C Numeric value displayed in the numeral setting input field 1 2 3 4...
Page 429 Section 7-12 Inputting Numeric Values [Restrictions] S A maximum combined total of 256 of the following elements can be registered for one screen. (Same for window screen) Even in the case of an overlapping screen with eight child screens, it is only possible to register numeral setting in- put fields on one of the child screens.
Page 430 Section 7-12 Inputting Numeric Values [Common Attributes] The relationship between the properties of a numeral setting input field and the numeric values input and displayed is indicated below. S Properties General Position Coordinates of the top left corner of the numeral setting input field Font Type Font for the numerals...
Page 431 Section 7-12 Inputting Numeric Values Settings Table Entry Number of the numeral memory table into which the input numeric value is written Range: 0 to 1999 Display Type Display format for the numeric value (“Input numeric value and stored data”, page 421) Decimal/Hexadecimal Format (“Number of digits displayed”, page 421) Integer...
Page 432 Section 7-12 Inputting Numeric Values S Number of digits displayed All contents of numeral memory tables are stored as integers. To display a nu- meric value that has a decimal fraction in a numeral setting input field, set the “Decimal” setting to “1” or higher to specify the number of places after the deci- mal point.
Page 433 “Words” settings made for the numeral memory table have an effect on the permissible input range. The permissible input range is determined as follows depending on these properties. If input of a value outside this range is at- tempted, the NT31/NT31C checks and prevents the input. Storage Words Display Type...
Page 434 Section 7-12 Inputting Numeric Values <Relationship between input numeric values and contents of host words> When inputting a numeric value to a numeral memory table allocated to a word at the host, the value is first converted to signed hexadecimal in accordance with the settings for “Display Type”...
Page 435 Inputting Numeric Values S Upper/lower (max./min.) limit check The NT31/NT31C has a function to check the correctness of an input numeric value to prevent a numeric value outside the allowable range from being input so that the input of an illegal value will not adversely affect the system.
Page 436: Thumbwheel Type ("Thumbwheel")
The basic operation of a thumbwheel type numeral setting input field is shown below. (1) The value in the numeral setting input field is changed using the increment- ing and decrementing (+, $) touch switches. NT31/NT31C $ $ $ $ Press the [$] key to decrement the digit. 1 2 3 4 + + + + Press the [+] key to increment the digit.
Page 437 Section 7-12 Inputting Numeric Values S It is not possible to set input from more than one numeral setting input field (nu- meric key type or thumbwheel type) on the same screen to one numeral memory table. In cases where values at the host must be input both in decimal and hexadeci- mal, set numeral input into separate numeral memory tables, both allocated to the same area.
Page 438 Section 7-12 Inputting Numeric Values Settings Table Entry Number of the numeral memory table into which the input numeric value is written Range: 0 to 1999 Display Type Display format for the numeric value (“Input numeric value and stored data”, page 428) Decimal/Hexadecimal Format (“Number of digits displayed”, page 428) Integer...
Page 439 Section 7-12 Inputting Numeric Values S Display attributes and drawing result Display Attribute Drawing Result Standard The numeral setting input field is displayed with the specified foreground color and background color. Flash Repeated alternation of the “standard” display and no display. Inverse Flash Repeated exchange of the foreground color and background color.
Page 440 Section 7-12 Inputting Numeric Values <Conversion depending on “Display Type”> The data is converted for storage in a numeral memory table as follows depend- ing on the setting for “Display Type” (decimal/hexadecimal) and “Display Sign” (whether or not negative values are indicated.). - Decimal: The numeric value input in decimal is converted to signed binary data and stored in the numeral memory table.
Page 441 “Words” settings made for the numeral memory table have an effect on the permissible input range. The permissible input range is determined as follows depending on these properties. If input of a value outside this range is at- tempted, the NT31/NT31C checks and prevents the input. Storage Words Display Type...
Page 442 Inputting Numeric Values S Upper/lower (max./min.) limit check The NT31/NT31C has a function to check the correctness of an input numeric value to prevent a numeric value outside the allowable range from being input so that the input of an illegal value will not adversely affect the system.
Page 443 Section 7-12 Inputting Numeric Values [Relationship with Other Elements] S “Numeral displays” (page 357) use the same conversion method and display method as numeral setting input fields. S For details on how numeric values are stored in numeral memory tables, refer to 7-3-1 “Numeral Memory Tables”...
Page 444: 7-13 Inputting Character Strings
Bar codes can also be read and input by using a bar code reader connected to the NT31/NT31C. Reference: There are two input methods when inputting character strings from a bar code reader: “automatic confirmation”, where the character string is confirmed on input,...
Page 445 Section 7-13 Inputting Character Strings [Restrictions] S A maximum combined total of 256 of the following elements can be registered for one screen. (Same for window screen) Even in the case of an overlapping screen with eight child screens, it is only possible to register character string in- put fields on one of the child screens.
Page 446 Section 7-13 Inputting Character Strings [Common Attributes] The relationship between the properties of a character string input field and the input and displayed character string is indicated below. S Properties General Position Coordinates of the top left corner of the character string input field Font Type Font for the characters...
Page 447 Section 7-13 Inputting Character Strings If the number of characters actually input is greater than the number of input characters set for the character string input field, the excess characters are ig- nored. If the number of characters actually input is less than the number of input charac- ters set for the character string input field, the character string is input at the cur- sor position, and the characters that were to the right of the cursor position are shifted to the right.
Page 448 Section 7-13 Inputting Character Strings [Processing Functions] Character string input fields have no processing function. [Relationship with Other Elements] S Character string displays (page 366) use the same display method as character string input fields. S For details on how character strings are stored in character string memory tables, refer to 7-3-2 “Character String Memory Tables”...
Page 449: 7-14 Window Function
The NT31/NT31C has “window function” which can display a window overlapping the currently displayed screen (base screen). Windows can be opened without restriction whenever necessary. Reference: The opening of windows by the operations at NT31/NT31C can be inhibited by a PT status control area operation. 7-14-1 What are windows? A “window”...
Page 450: Window Type
Section 7-14 Inputting Character Strings - By registering multiple screen switching keys (touch switches), menus for screen switching can be created. Graph Next MENU MENU When “Graph” is pressed Press here When “Next” is pressed MENU MENU - The window can also be used as a sub screen for displaying a detailed infor- mation as required.
Page 451: Window Screens And Display Elements
However, it is not possible to display the same window multiply using both window types. Reference: With NT31/NT31C, up to 3 windows can be opened at the same time. (1 global window and 2 local windows) 7-14-3...
Page 452: Opening/Closing And Moving A Window
Window opens Pop-up window keyboard touch switch Opens Also, by creating window move touch switch on window, it is possible to move a window by touch panel operation at the NT31/NT31C. Window move touch switch Move Move Press the destination position For details of touch switches, refer to 7-7 “Touch Switches”.
Page 453: Size And Display Position Of A Window
Inputting Character Strings Opening/Closing and moving a window by the operation of window control area While running the NT31/NT31C, by writing window screen number or X, Y coordi- nate of window position (bottom left) at window control area from the host, open- ing/closing, moving window are possible.
Page 454: Checking The Display Status Of A Window
Section 7-14 Inputting Character Strings S Changing the displaying order by closing operation of the window When the window at the front is closed, the window displayed next comes to the front. Close the window at the front The window displayed next comes to the front S Changing the displaying order by touch panel operation at the NT631/NT631C When the window is touched, while it is being displayed, the touched window comes to the front automatically.
Page 455: Temporary Input Fields
Section 7-14 Inputting Character Strings 7-14-8 Temporary Input Fields Numeral/Character string input field registered on a window is a “temporary input field”. (Only one numeral or character string input field can be registered for a window.) This input field can be used - in combination with a number of numeral and charac- ter string input fields on base screen - for provisional input before any data is input into the actual input field on the base screen.
Page 456 Section 7-14 Inputting Character Strings Example: Temporary input field 1 Character string input field Temporary input field 2 Window 1 Window 3 Window 2 In the example above, window 2 is a focus window. All the input indicated below is performed to a temporary input field on window 2. - Input from a character string key on base screen - Input from a character string key on window 1 - Input from a character string key on window 2...
Page 457: 7-15 Special Functions
Section 7-15 Inputting Character Strings 7-15 Special Functions Apart from the elements, the NT31/NT31C has the following functions which can be executed at the NT31/NT31C itself. S Display history function Page 446 S Alarm history function Page 449 S Resume function...
Page 458 - Display history title Reference: The display history record data is backed up by the built-in battery of the NT31/NT31C and is therefore retained even when the power to the NT31/NT31C is turned OFF or the NT31/NT31C is reset. Maximum Number of Records...
Page 459 In either case of order of occurrence or order of frequency, the number of records that can be displayed on one screen of the NT31/NT31C is 14. To view those records that are not displayed on the current screen, scroll the screen with the “up”...
Page 460: Alarm History Record Function
Only bits for which the “History” attribute is set are objects of the alarm history record function. Bits for which “History” is set are continually monitored dur- ing operation of the NT31/NT31C regardless of the screen being displayed. (2) [Initializing the alarm history] Before recording can be started, the alarm history must be initialized from the System Menu of the NT31/NT31C to clear the past records.
Page 461 Checking the Record There are two methods for checking the alarm history record: checking the record contents in the Maintenance mode of the NT31/NT31C, and displaying a screen for which an alarm history element is registered during operation. The display for the alarm history record function differs depending on whether it was called from the Maintenance mode or during operation.
Page 462 Section 7-15 Inputting Character Strings S Checking the record in the Maintenance mode Select the Maintenance mode from the System Menu and display the alarm his- tory record. For details on the System Menu operation, refer to 6-11-5 “Displaying and Print- ing the Alarm History Record”...
Page 463: Resume Function
NT31/NT31C is OFF or the NT31/NT31C is reset, so that operation can be restarted in the same status the next time the NT31/NT31C is started. This func- tion is called the “resume function”.
Page 464: Screen Saver Function
7-15-4 Screen Saver Function The NT31/NT31C has a function to maximize the service life of the backlight and to prevent the formation of an afterimage by turning off the screen display and the backlight if no operation is performed for a certain period of time.
Page 465: Buzzer Function
Sounding the Buzzer Except the case the buzzer is set not to sound at all, the buzzer automatically sounds when an error occurs at the NT31/NT31C. Apart from this, there are the following two methods for sounding the buzzer. S Sounding the buzzer by control from the host The buzzer can be sounded from the host by operating the PT status control area during operation (page 470).
Page 466 Section 7-15 Inputting Character Strings Stopping the Buzzer When the buzzer is sounding, it can be stopped in the following ways. S By operating the PT status control area from the host (page 471). However, when this method is used, the buzzer will not be stopped unless the bits for all three buzzer types —...
Page 467: Clock Function
NT31/NT31C, or resetting the NT31/NT31C, conse- quently the clock function will not operate correctly. - The NT31/NT31C does not allow display and setting of clock data with the clock function from the Support Tool. To set the time, use System Menu or numeral memory table operations.
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Page 469: Print Function
- Display history/alarm history record data Settings for Printing In order to print out data at a printer connected to the NT31/NT31C, the type of printer used and the printing method must be set with the memory switches of the NT31/NT31C.
Page 470 When the status of the “screen printing” bit (bit 7) of the PT status control bits is set to “1” (ON), a hard copy of the screen displayed at that time is printed out. For details, refer to 7-2-1 “PT Status Control Area (Host to NT31/NT31C)” (page 265).
Page 471 Section 7-15 Inputting Character Strings Printing Display History and Alarm History Record Data The display history and alarm history recorded in the NT31/NT31C can be printed out by calling the “display history” and “alarm history” display screens from the System Menu.
Page 472: Programming Console Function (Expansion Function)
Programming console function can be used even when the PLC is in running mode. Note, however the NT31/NT31C will stop operating at the same time the program- ming console function is applied. (RUN LED goes OFF) Pressing a “Quit” touch switch on the programming console function screen re- turns to a screen displayed just before the programming console function was called.
Page 473 Section 7-15 Inputting Character Strings Reference: The NT31/NT31C automatically distinguishes the model of connecte, PLC and automatically displays the programming console function screen which conforms to the PLC.
Page 474: 7-16 Pt Configuration Settings
Section 7-16 Special Functions 7-16 PT Configuration Settings Apart from the settings of the memory switches at the NT31/NT31C itself, the ba- sic operation of the NT31/NT31C is also determined by the “PT Configuration” set- tings made at the Support Tool.
Page 475 Section 7-16 Special Functions [Number of Table Entries] Set the numbers of numeral memory tables, character string memory tables, and bit memory tables here. For details on the numbers that can be set, refer to 7-3 “Memory Tables” (page 284). [Numeral Storage Type] Set whether the contents of numeral memory table allocated words are handled as BCD data or binary data.
Page 476 Section 7-16 Special Functions...
Page 477: How To Use The Pt
..........8-12-1 Enabling and Disabling the Operation of the NT31/NT31C...
Page 478: Screen Creation Procedure
Screen Creation Procedure Follow the procedure shown below to create screens for the NT31/NT31C. The following gives the procedure assuming that the setting for the NT31/NT31C has been completed. The operating procedure for a Support Tool is not given here. For the operating procedure for the Support Tool, refer to the NT-series Sup- port Tool Ver.
Page 479 Saving a File Save the created screen data to a file. Transmitting the Screen Data Transmit the created screen data to the NT31/NT31C. After setting the NT31/NT31C in the Transmit mode, execute the screen data transmission operation with the Support Tool.
Page 480: Buzzer, Backlight, And Display Control
- Long intermittent sound The buzzer sounds intermittently at 1 second intervals. With the NT31/NT31C, the following two methods are used for sounding the buzz- - Displaying a screen for which the buzzer attribute is set - Using a PT status control area operation Reference: Whether or not the buzzer actually sounds depends on the setting of the memory switch in the NT31/NT31C.
Page 481 [Operation] When the screen where the buzzer attribute has been set is displayed during the operation of the NT31/NT31C, the buzzer sounds automatically according to the setting. For the procedure for changing the screen, refer to 8-3-1 “Switching the Screen” (page 480).
Page 482: Stopping The Buzzer Sound
Section 8-2 Buzzer, Backlight, and Display Control To sound the buzzer during the operation of the NT31/NT31C, operate the PT sta- tus control area as indicated below. (1) Set “1” (ON) for the following bit in the fourth word (n + 3 words) from the be- ginning of the PT status control area according to the required buzzer sound.
Page 483 Not used Always “0” To stop the buzzer during operation of the NT31/NT31C, operate the PT status control area as indicated below. (1) Set “0” (OFF) for all of the following bits in the fourth word (n + 3 words) from the beginning of the PT status control area.
Page 484: Controlling The Backlight
Reference: If the screen saver function is set to “Display erased”, the backlight is turned off with the screen, which is turned off by the screen saver function if the NT31/NT31C not operated for a while, or by operation at the PT status control area. Even when the backlight has gone off, it may light or flash according to the setting if the back- light mode is changed by operation at the PT status control area.
Page 485 Not used Always “0” To control the backlight status during the operation of the NT31/NT31C, operate the PT status control area as indicated below. (1) Set “0” (OFF) or “1” (ON) for bit 8 in the fourth word (n + 3 words) from the beginning of the PT status control area.
Page 486: Turning Off The Screen
[Setting] Using the system menu of the NT31/NT31C, set a value other than “000” for “Screen Saver Start up Time” (the length of time before the screen saver is acti- vated after the last NT31/NT31C operation) and “Display erased” for “Screen Sav- er Movement”.
Page 487 Not used Always “0” To turn off the screen during operation of the NT31/NT31C, operate the PT status control area as indicated below. (1) Set “0” (OFF) for bit 15 in the fourth word (n + 3 words) from the beginning of...
Page 488: Redisplaying The Turned-Off Screen
[Setting] No special setting is necessary. [Operation] Switching the screen during operation of the NT31/NT31C cancels the screen off status and displays the new screen. For the procedure for switching the screen, refer to 8-3-1 “Switching the Screen” (page 480).
Page 489 Not used Always “0” To redisplay the screen during the operation of the NT31/NT31C, operate the PT status control area as indicated below. (1) Set “1” (ON) for bit 15 in the fourth word (n + 3 words) from the beginning of the PT status control area.
Page 490 Section 8-2 Buzzer, Backlight, and Display Control [Setting] No special setting is necessary. [Operation] Pressing the touch panel cancels the screen off status to redisplay the screen which was displayed immediately before the screen was turned off.
Page 491: Screen Display And Notification
NT31/NT31C. 8-3-1 Switching the Screen The NT31/NT31C provides the following four methods for switching the screen. - Operation at the PT status control area - Pressing a touch switch that has the “Switch Screen” function - Using the screen switching function in the bit memory table...
Page 492 Reference - To display overlapping screens, specify the screen number of a parent screen. - When the NT31/NT31C is started up, the screen of which screen number is stored for “Screen Switch Setting” in PT status control area is displayed.
Page 493 Section 8-3 Screen Display and Notification Reference - To display overlapping screens, specify the screen number of a parent screen. - The screen is not switched if elements have not been registered to the specified screen number. [Operation] (1) Press the touch switch with the screen switching function when the screen is to be switched.
Page 494 “0” (OFF). Reference: The screen of the NT31/NT31C is switched at the timing the status of the bit to which the bit memory table is allocated is changed from “0” (OFF) to “1” (ON).
Page 495 (OFF).
Page 496 (character string memory table) or image data/library data. The function can also switch over the screen to a specified one. Message and image/library data which correspond to bit memory table No. 10 NT31/NT31C Character string table 50 Character string No. 9 Image library 124A memory table No.
Page 497 Section 8-3 Screen Display and Notification - Screen number: Screen number of the screen which corresponds to the “1” (ON) bit in the bit memory table (in the host). @ 0001 to 3999: Screen No. 1 to No. 3999 @ 9001: Occurrence history screen @ 9002: Frequency history screen...
Page 498: Finding The Screen Number Of The Presently Displayed Screen
8-3-2 Finding the Screen Number of the Presently Displayed Screen The NT31/NT31C has a function to notify the host of the occurrence of a screen switching event, and the screen number of the new screen when the display screen is switched by operation at the NT31/NT31C.
Page 499 (1) Read out the beginning (word n) of the PT status control area with the pro- gram in the host. The screen number of the screen displayed at the NT31/NT31C is stored in a 4-digit BCD or a 4-digit hexadecimal. Whether BCD or hexadecimal nota- tion is to be used is set for “Numeral Storage Type”...
Page 500 Section 8-3 Screen Display and Notification Reference: While the NT31/NT31C is running, the screen number of the currently displayed screen is always recorded in the “screen switch setting” word in the PT status con- trol area (except when the screen displayed is an error screen or the System Menu screen, in which case the screen number of the screen displayed immediately be- fore remains recorded).
Page 501: Display And Control Of Windows
Reference - If “1” (disable) is set for the “window opening” PT status control bit, it is not pos- sible to open a window by operation at the NT31/NT31C. (Closing of a window is allowed.) - If the window for which “open” is specified is not a window screen, the window open command is disregarded.
Page 502 Opening/Closing a Window by Pressing a Touch Switch That Has the “Input Key – Keyboard” Function If this method is used, the specified window can be opened and closed by opera- tion at the NT31/NT31C. By this method, only the local window can be controlled.
Page 503 In this method, a specific window (keyboard screen) can be opened at the same time as a numeral or character string input field is specified by operation at the NT31/NT31C. When a cursor moving key is used, the window opens in the same manner as an input key-window/keyboard function which has “open”...
Page 504 The window is changed to a frame display only with a “+” mark at the center of (2) Press the touch panel of NT31/NT31C at a destination position of the window. Window is moved to that position. (The center position of the window comes to the pressed position.
Page 505 Section 8-4 Display and Control of Windows [Operation] In the window control area, the following three words are provided for each global window, local window 1 and local window 2. Word Screen No. (4-digit BCD or hexadecimal) X coordinate (4-digit BCD or hexadecimal) Global window Y coordinate (4-digit BCD or hexadecimal) Screen No.
Page 506 Section 8-4 Display and Control of Windows (2) To move the position of a presently displayed window, write the new coordi- nate to “X coordinate” and “Y coordinate” in the window control area which corresponds to the window. The values which can be specified is same as for (1) (open). (3) To close a presently displayed window, write 0000 to “window screen number”...
Page 507: Checking The Display Status Of A Window
8-4-2 Checking the display status of a window NT31/NT31C has a function to notify the open/close status of a window, the screen number and the position of presently displayed window to a host when the display status of a window is switched.
Page 508 Section 8-4 Display and Control of Windows [Operation] To check the display status of a window, operate as follows. S Reading out the opening/closing status of a window The bit for notifying the PT status (PT status notify bit) is provided at the second word (word m + 1) from the beginning of the PT status notify area.
Page 509 The window screen number and bottom left X, Y coordinates of the window which is presently displayed on the NT31/NT31C are stored in 4-digit BCD or hexadecimal. Which of BCD or hexadecimal is used is determined by the set- ting of “Numeral Storage Type”...
Page 510: Disabling/Enabling The Opening Of A Window
(Even if the opening of a window is disabled, it is possible to close the window by operation at the NT31/NT31C, or to move a window by a touch switch operation which has “window move” function. Also, opening/closing/moving a win- dow by operation of the window control area is always possible.)
Page 511: Changing Numeral And Character String Display
With this method, however, only the contents of the allocated words of memory tables being used for display on the current screen of the NT31/NT31C can be read out. Contents of an allocated word which is not related to the display are not read out.
Page 512 Section 8-5 Changing Numeral and Character String Display When allocating a numeral memory table to the host, the following properties can be specified. Even with the same data, the method of storage in a numeral memory table differs depending on these specifications. S Storage type - BCD: The contents in the allocated word are regarded as BCD (binary coded deci-...
Page 513 Section 8-5 Changing Numeral and Character String Display S Examples of allocated word data stored in a numeral memory table How the contents at a word in the host are stored to a numeral memory table is shown below. Contents of Contents of Words Storage Type...
Page 514 NT31/NT31C (if the background function is set for a trend graph, the contents of the corresponding word are always read out). The con-...
Page 515 [Direct specification] An example of displaying the contents of a PC word allocated to a numeral memory table as they are is shown below. The display on the NT31/NT31C screen changes as the contents of the PC word change. S Setting at the Support Tool Set as indicated below using the Support Tool.
Page 516 “1” every second. (2) Each time carry over occurs during processing at (1) above, the contents of D0001 are incremented by 1. At the NT31/NT31C, the value of the higher 4 digits in numeral memory table No.1 increases by 1.
Page 517 Section 8-5 Changing Numeral and Character String Display Touch switch No. 10 LINE TARGET units ACHIEVED Numeral display (numeral memory table No. 51 is designated in indirect specification) Touch switch No. 11 S PC program Make a PC ladder program as shown below. The program must also be made so that the value of “ACHIEVED”...
Page 518 NT31/NT31C. The character string is displayed only up to this code since it is regarded as the end of the characters. When writing character codes to a word, do not write 00 in a character string.
Page 519 NT31/NT31C. The contents of an allocated word which is not related to the display are not read out.
Page 520 An example of displaying the contents of a PC word allocated to a character string memory table as they are is shown below. The display on the NT31/NT31C screen changes as the contents of the PC word change. If the system is so configured that the character string is written to the word using a personal computer via a communication unit, the required message can be displayed on the NT31/NT31C.
Page 521 DM0000 in indirect specification S Program operation (1) The display on the NT31/NT31C changes to the next item in the sequence “NT631C” → “NT631 ” → “NT31C ” → “NT31 ” each time bit 00100 comes ON. (2) The display on the NT31/NT31C changes to the next item in the sequence “NT31 ”...
Page 522 20 words for a character string memory table in the NT31/NT31C. If the memory table is allocated to a word in the host, however, copying may not be executed correctly if the “Words” settings differ between the memory tables (copy source and copy destination tables).
Page 523 Section 8-5 Changing Numeral and Character String Display [Operation] The following areas are provided in the PT status control area to be used for copy- ing the data between memory tables. - 2nd word from the beginning of the area (word n + 1) Copy source memory table No.
Page 524 Section 8-5 Changing Numeral and Character String Display (1) Write the memory table numbers in the PT status control area as indicated below in either 4-digit BCD or 4-digit hexadecimal. Which of the BCD and hex- adecimal notations is used is determined by the setting for “PT Configuration” –...
Page 525 Section 8-5 Changing Numeral and Character String Display [Example of Use] S Setting at the Support Tool Set the word and the contents with the Support Tool as indicated below. - Allocated word in the PT status control area: 00100 (word 100 in the CIO area) - Contents to be registered for the screen: Character string memory table No.
Page 526 Memory table copy execution bit set from 1 to 0 #FFF7 S Program operation (1) If an error occurs (bit 09000 goes ON), the display on the NT31/NT31C changes to “FAULT”. (2) When the error is eliminated (bit 09000 goes OFF), the display on the...
Page 527 This method allows an operator to change the contents of a memory table simply by operation at the NT31/NT31C. It is also possible to copy data to a numeral set- ting/character string input field by using this method. With the “Copy Setting” func- tion, data can only be copied in accordance with the predetermined method.
Page 528: Display Of Graphs
Section 8-6 Display of Graphs Display of Graphs This section describes the method for changing the graph display which shows the contents of numeral memory table, taking the trend graph as an example. For details of changing the contents of numeral memory table, refer to 8–5 “Changing Numeral and Character String Display”...
Page 529: Input Of Numeric Values And Character Strings
Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings The procedure for inputting numeric values and character strings by operation at the NT31/NT31C is described below. 8-7-1 Inputting a Numeric Value The touch switch “control code input function” is used to input numeric values.
Page 530 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings [Setting] When creating a screen using the Support Tool, set the elements indicated below on the screen. - Numeral setting input field (numeric key type) - Touch switch “input key – control” @ 0 to 9 @ A to F (only for the numeral setting input field of the hexadecimal...
Page 531 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings S Inputting operation using touch switches A numeric value can be input in the same manner as when using an electronic calculator by using the touch switch “input key – control”. <Initial display>...
Page 532 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings Even when more than one numeric key type numeral setting input field exits on the screen, the input objective does not shift after the confirmation of the input. <Initial operation of input keys> How the sign (") key, the decimal point (.) key, and alphabetic letter (A to F) keys operate in the initial input (the first input after the screen is displayed or after the confirmation of the previous input) is described below.
Page 533 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings Cases Where Multiple Numeral Setting Input Fields Exist on a Screen (Without Cursor Moving Keys) The following describes the procedure for inputting a numeric value at a screen which has multiple numeric key type numeral setting fields. The explanation is giv- en for the operation which uses the “input key –...
Page 534 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings [Operation] (1) Display the screen where a numeral setting input field is registered. (2) Specify the objective numeral setting input field using the “input key – control” (HOME, ↑, ↓, ←, →, For the procedure for specifying the objective input field, refer to “Specifying the objective numeral setting input field using input key –...
Page 535 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings <Specifying the objective input field using the keys> Pressing the keys shift the objective input field in the order the input fields were created using the Support Tool. When three numeral setting input fields have been created, for example, the ob- jective input field shifts in the order they were created as shown below.
Page 536 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings [Setting] When creating a screen using the Support Tool, set the elements indicated below for the screen. - Numeral setting input fields (numeric key type, with cursor moving keys) (2 or more fields) - Touch switch “input key –...
Page 537 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings Inputting Numeric Values Using the “Input Key – Control” in a Window The following describes the procedure for inputting a numeric value into a numeral setting input field in the base screen using the “input key – control” registered for the window.
Page 538 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings Reference: For the registration of touch switch “input key – control”, it is useful to register the keys which will be required for inputting the data on the base screen, and those which will be switched according to need during input —...
Page 539 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings Inputting Numeric Values Using the Temporary Input Field The following describes the procedure for inputting a numeric using a “temporary input field” which is registered for a window. The term “temporary input field” means a numeric key type numeral setting input field registered for a window.
Page 540 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings - “Window open key” touch switch Specify the window screen number of the window used for inputting a numeric value. (Used when opening the window for inputting a numeric value. This operation is not necessary if the “window open”...
Page 541 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings Reference - If a temporary input field is set in a window, the input is automatically set in the temporary input field. When multiple windows are opened and the each window has an input field (temporary input field), the data is set in the input field in a focus window.
Page 542 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings [Example of Use] <Base screen> <Window> 5 input settings Temporary input field 8 integer digits, no sign display (8 digits can be displayed) 00000001 Integer digits: 8; Decimal fraction digits: 0; Sign display: No;...
Page 543 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings Inputting Numeric Values Using a Thumbwheel Type Input Field The following describes the procedure for inputting a numeric value into a thumb- wheel type input field. – – – – Decrease by “1” when key is touched –...
Page 544 [−] key changes the sign to “−”. <Checking the upper/lower limit> The NT31/NT31C has a function to check the correctness of an input numeric value to prevent a numeric value outside the allowable range from being input so that the input of an illegal value will not adversely affect the system.
Page 545: Inputting Character Strings
“numeric value input”. In character string input operation, bar code data can be input as a character string using a bar code reader which is connected to the NT31/NT31C. Only the following topics are described here. - Using the “input key – string” on the same screen...
Page 546 Character string input field Display NT31C Input NT31C NT31 NT631C Reference: It is possible to copy the contents in the character string memory table to the char- acter string input field using the touch switch “Copy Setting” function (page 516). [Setting] When creating a screen using the Support Tool, register the following elements for the screen.
Page 547 - Selection of “Auto/Manual” is made in the settings for the communication condi- tions of a bar code reader at the System Menu of the NT31/NT31C. - It is possible to copy the contents in a character string memory table to a charac-...
Page 548 Section 8-7 Input of Numeric Values and Character Strings [Setting] When creating a screen using the Support Tool, register the following elements for the screen. - Character string input field If a bar code reader is used in “Manual”, the following touch switch “input key – string”...
Page 549: Using The Alarm List/History Function
The Support Tool can read out the alarm history record data stored to the NT31/NT31C to the host as a text file. For the procedure for reading the alarm history record data, refer to the NT-series Support Tool Ver. 3.0 for Windows95/98 Operation Manual (V053-E1-j).
Page 550 @ Type: Order of frequency or order of occurrence To display the alarm history in the order of occurrence, set the display order (From Old Data/From New Data) of the record data using the Hist. Disp. Meth- od memory switch of the NT31/NT31C.
Page 551 Section 8-8 Using the Alarm List/History Function [Operation] (1) Initialize the recorded alarm history record data as needed. To initialize the alarm history record data using System Menu operation, se- lect “Alarm History” on the “MEMORY INIT. MENU” screen. To initialize the alarm history record data by operation at the PT status control area, change the status of bit 1 in the 4th word (word n + 3) from the beginning of the PT status control area to “1”...
Page 552 The recorded alarm history record data can be confirmed from the System Menu. It is possible to print the alarm history record data using a printer connected to the NT31/NT31C. S Display in the order of occurrence S Display in the order of frequency...
Page 553 To display the alarm history in the order of occurrence, set the display order (From Old Data/From New Data) of the record data using the “Hist. Disp. Meth- od” memory switch of the NT31/NT31C. [Operation] (1) Initialize the recorded alarm history record data as needed.
Page 554: Using The Display History Function
This section describes how to use the “display history” which records the order and frequency of screen display. The display history can be checked using the System Menu of the NT31/NT31C. It is also possible to check it during operation by displaying the display history screen.
Page 555 To display the alarm history in the order of occurrence, set the display order (From Old Data/From New Data) of the record data using the “Hist. Disp. Method” memory switch of the NT31/NT31C. [Operation] (1) Initialize the recorded display history record data as needed.
Page 556 Section 8-9 Using the Display History Function - Display in the order of occurrence (screen No. 9001) - Display in the order of frequency (screen No. 9002) (3) It is possible to display the previous and the next page by pressing the ↑ and ↓ keys.
Page 557: 8-10 Display And Setting Of Calendar Clock
No. 255 are for setting. Memory tables No. 247 to No. 253 store the clock data which is updated accord- ing to the operation of the clock built into the NT31/NT31C. The data in these memory tables cannot be changed from the host.
Page 558: Setting The Date And Time
Pressing a Touch Switch Which Has the “Copy Setting” Function” (page 516). Reference: The NT31/NT31C does not check the set date and time data strictly. Therefore the data must be set correctly so that there is no discrepancy between the date and the...
Page 559 Section 8-10 Display and Setting of Calendar Clock [Setting] Prepare two numeral memory tables to write the required values for copying it to numeral memory table No. 254 and No. 255. - PC Address: Any word in the host - Words: 2 words - Storage Type: Binary Use the PT status control area to copy memory tables.
Page 560 Section 8-10 Display and Setting of Calendar Clock PT Status Control (word n + 3) Controlled Item 1 (ON) 0 (OFF) Screen display Performed Not performed Processing priority registration (for NT link (1:N)) Registered Canceled Continuous buzzer Sounded Stopped Intermittent buzzer (short) Sounded Stopped Display history initialization...
Page 561 PT status control area (designation of memory table copy execution). Contents of numeral memory table B are copied to numeral memory table No. 255 and the day of week, year, and month are set for the NT31/NT31C. [Example of Use] Refer to the “Example of Use”...
Page 562 Displaying the Date and Time The procedure for displaying the date and time data set using the clock function of the NT31/NT31C by the numeric value display of numeral memory tables No. 247 to No. 253 is described below. Numeral memory tables No. 247 to No. 253 store the date and time data as shown below and the stored data is constantly updated.
Page 563 Section 8-10 Display and Setting of Calendar Clock Numeral memory table No. 251 (2-digit display) Numeral memory table Numeral memory table No. 252 (2-digit display) No. 250 (2-digit display) 19 98 Numeral memory table Numeral memory table No. 249 (2-digit display) No.
Page 564 (2), the memory table copy execution bit (10303) is re- turned to the OFF status. (4) After a wait of about one second for the NT31/NT31C to confirm that the memory table copy execution bit has gone OFF, the program copies the contents of numeral memory table No.
Page 565: Printing Data And Checking The Printer Status
Printing Data and Checking the Printer Status 8-11 Printing Data and Checking the Printer Status The following data below can be output to a printer connected to the NT31/NT31C while the NT31/NT31C is operating. - Hard copy of the screen The status of the printer connected the NT31/NT31C can be checked from the host.
Page 566: Printing The Screen
Printing Data and Checking the Printer Status 8-11-1 Printing the Screen With the NT31/NT31C, the screen currently displayed can be printed by using ei- ther of the procedures indicated below. - By the operation at the PT status control area - By pressing a touch switch with the “print screen”...
Page 567 If this method is used, the screen can be printed out by operation at the NT31/NT31C. To use this method for printing the screen, however, a touch switch which has the “print screen” function must be registered for the screen.
Page 568 Section 8-11 Printing Data and Checking the Printer Status Reference - The NT31/NT31C continues operation even while the screen hard copy is being printed. - By registering a touch switch with the print stop function, it is possible to stop printing by using this touch switch.
Page 569: 8-12 Enabling/Disabling Pt Operations
Section 8-12 Enabling/Disabling PT Operations 8-12 Enabling/Disabling PT Operations For the following functions of the NT31/NT31C, operations can be enabled or dis- abled by instructions from the host. - Opening a window - Inputting numeric values and character strings - Switching the screen The procedure for enabling and disabling operation at the NT31/NT31C by instruc- tions from the host is described below.
Page 570 Not used Always “0” To control the operation by the NT31/NT31C while it is running, operate the PT status control area in the manner shown below. (1) Change the setting of the bits in the fourth word (word n + 3) from the begin- ning in the PT status control area as indicated below according to the required control.
Page 571: Using Memory Link
Using Memory Link This section gives an overview of memory link operations and contains explanations centered on communications between the NT31/NT31C and host when using memory link. Operation of the Memory Link ..........
Page 572: Operation Of The Memory Link
9997 9998 9999 Reference: S The PT memory is backed up by the battery even while the NT31/NT31C power is OFF. S The explanations in this section concentrate on the memory link communication method. For details on control and notification between the NT31/NT31C dis- play elements and the PT memory, refer to Section 7 “NT31/NT31C Functions”...
Page 573 S Data Read Commands/Responses These are the commands for reading the contents of the PT memory and memory table in the NT31/NT31C. They are issued from the host and, as the response, the NT31/NT31C sends back to the specified data There are the following six commands.
Page 574 Page 595 S Operation mode switching command This command switches the NT31/NT31C operation mode from RUN mode to transmit mode. It is issued from the host and switches the NT31/NT31C opera- tion mode. - PT operation mode switching command Page 596 S Re-send command This command lets the NT31/NT31C re--send a notify command.
Page 575: Outline Of Communications
(1) In order to perform communications, it is necessary to open the communica- tion line. “Opening” here means making the line usable. (2) In accordance with the commands, the NT31/NT31C is controlled or notifica- tion is received from the NT31/NT31C.
Page 576 Command/response Response transmission reception Response or re-send command Sometimes multiple responses may be received for one command. - Pattern when the operation at the NT31/NT31C is notified to the host. [Operation at host] [Operation at NT31/31C] Notify Command Notify Command...
Page 577 Section 9-3 Outline of Communications 9-2-2 Notes on Using Commands The points that should be observed when using commands are given below. S Method for Specifying Commands When a personal computer or similar device is used as the host and a high--level language such as BASIC or C is used for program writing, commands are speci- fied as ASCII character strings.
Page 578 If “ON” is set for the “Comm. Auto-return” memory switch, communication er- rors are not displayed on the screen even if they occurs. However, in case of time out error at the NT31/NT31C side, an error message is displayed on the screen and the operation is stopped.
Page 579: Commands/Responses
Section 9-3 Commands/Responses Commands/Responses This section describes the commands used with the memory link and their re- sponses. 9-3-1 PT memory read command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] [ESC] (l1) (l2) (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent (1 BCD digit) 0 : Absent 1 : Present 8 : Absent (1 word read)
Page 580 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses to d1 , ..., dn to dn Contents of the read words (1 to 4 hexadecimal digits) 0 to FFFF Since initial zeroes are omitted, there may be less than 4 digits. Individual words of data are delimited by commas. Check sum (2 hexadecimal digits) This is always added.
Page 581 Commands/Responses Section 9-3 9-3-2 Numeral memory table read command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] [ESC] (l1) (l2) (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent (1 BCD digit) 0 : Absent 1 : Present 8 : Absent (1 table read) 9 : Present (1 table read) to t First numeral memory table read (4 BCD digits)
Page 582 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses Check sum (2 hexadecimal digits) This is always added. [Function] S Reads the data from the specified number of numeral memory tables, starting from the specified numeral memory table. S A maximum of 100 tables can be read at one time. S In the response, the data of maximum of 20 tables can be returned at one time.
Page 583 Section 9-3 Comands/Responses Response [Format] [ESC] [CR] to t First character string memory table read (4 BCD digits) 0000 to 1999 , d1 , ..., dn , dn Contents of the read character string memory table (2 digits (hexadecimal) corresponding to 1 to 40 characters) 00 to FF (CP437 or ISO 8859-1) Check sum (2 hexadecimal digits)
Page 584 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-4 Bit memory table read command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] [ESC] (l1) (l2) (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent (1 BCD digit) 0 : Absent 1 : Present 8 : Absent (1 table read) 9 : Present (1 table read) to t First bit memory table number read (4 BCD digits)
Page 585 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses , d1 , d1 , d1 , ..., dn , dn , dn , dn Contents of the read bit memory tables (4 hexadecimal digits, n) 0000 to FFFF The contents of bit memory table are represented as 1 bit data (OFF=0, ON=1) and 16 entries of bit memory table are read out as 4 hexadecimal digits value.
Page 586 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-5 Screen data comment read command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] [ESC] (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent (1 BCD digit) 0 : Absent 1 : Present Check sum (2 hexadecimal digits) Response [Format] [ESC] [CR] , ..., d Comments of the read screen data file...
Page 587 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-6 System status read command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] [ESC] (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent (1 BCD digit) 0 : Absent 1 : Present Check sum (2 hexadecimal digits) Response [Format] [ESC] [CR] Check sum (2 hexadecimal digits) This is always added (fixed as “1FH”).
Page 588 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-7 PT memory write command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] [ESC] (l1) (l2) Data of 1 word Data of 1 word dnm (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent, write attribute (1 BCD digit) 0 : Absent, SET attribute 1 : Present, SET attribute 2 : Absent, AND attribute 3 : Present, AND attribute...
Page 589 Commands/Responses Section 9-3 Response Only if “Yes” is set for the “Response” memory switch, the response indicated be- low is returned on normal completion. [Format] [ESC] [CR] Check sum (2 hexadecimal digits) This is always added (fixed as “1FH”). [Function] S Writes the data of the specified number of words starting from the specified word in the PT memory.
Page 590 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-8 Numeral memory table write command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] [ESC] (l1) (l2) Data of 1 word Data of 1 word dnm (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent (1 BCD digit) 0 : Absent 1 : Present 8 : Absent (only 1 table written) 9 : Present (only 1 table written)
Page 591 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses Response Only if ”Yes” is set for the ”Response” memory switch, the response indicated be- low is returned on normal completion. [Format] Check sum (2 hexadecimal digits) This is always added (fixed as “20H”). [Function] S Writes the data of the specified number of numeral memory tables, starting from the specified numeral memory tables.
Page 592 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-9 Character string memory table write command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] [ESC] (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent (1 BCD digit) 0 : Absent 1 :Present to t Character string memory number written to (4 BCD digits) 0000 to 0499 , d1 , ..., dn...
Page 593 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-10 Bit memory table write command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] [ESC] (l1) (l2) Data of 16 tables Data of 16 tables (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent (1 BCD digit) 0 : Absent 1 : Present 8 : Absent (effective only when 1 table written) 9 : Present (effective only when 1 table written) to t...
Page 594 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses Response Only if “Yes” is set for the “Response” memory switch, the response indicated be- low is returned on normal completion. [Format] [ESC] [CR] Check sum (2 hexadecimal digits) This is always added (fixed as “14H”) [Function] S Writes the data of the specified number of bit memory tables, starting from the specified bit memory table.
Page 595 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-11 PT memory batch write (FILL) command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] [ESC] (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent (1 BCD digit) 0 : Absent 1 : Present to b First written word number (4 BCD digits) 0000 to 9999 to e Final written word number (4 BCD digits)
Page 596 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-12 Numeral memory table clear command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] [ESC] (b1) (b2) (b3) (b4) (e1) (e2) (e3) (e4) (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent (1 BCD digits) 0 : Absent 1 : Present to b First cleared numeral memory table number (4 BCD digits) 0000 to 1999...
Page 597 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-13 Character string memory table clear command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] [ESC] (b1) (b2) (b3) (b4) (e2) (e3) (e4) (e1) (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent (1 BCD digit) 0 : Absent 1 : Present to b First cleared character string memory table number (4 BCD digits)
Page 598 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-14 Bit memory table clear command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] (b1) (b2) (b3) (b4) [ESC] (e1) (e2) (e3) (e4) (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent (1 BCD digit) 0 : Absent 1 : Present to b First cleared bit memory table number (4 BCD digits) 0000 to 0999...
Page 599 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-15 Touch switch input notify command (Sent from PT to host) Command [Format] [ESC] [CR] to c Changed word number (4 BCD digits) 0000 to 9999 This is the number of the word containing the allocated bit of the touch switch at which there has been a change.
Page 600 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses Example S Command [ESC] [CR] Changed word number : 0102CH Contents of the word after the change (hexadecimal): 3013H (binary notation: 0011 0000 0001 0011) Changed bit information (hexadecimal): 0001H(binary notation: 0000 0000 0000 0001) Check sum (hexadecimal) : 0DH From the “changed word number”...
Page 601 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses Response [Format] None [Function] S In accordance with operations at the PT, such as numeral setting and copying of memory tables, notifies the host that a numeric value has been input to the nu- meral memory table. S Since it is not possible to write to numeral memory tables from No.247 to No253 (areas for clock data display/reading use only), notification of these tables is not executed.
Page 602 Example S Command [ESC] [CR] Input character string memory table number : No.210 Input character string data (hexadecimal) : OMRON Check sum (hexadecimal) : 0FH Here, it is ascertained that “OMRON” has been input to character string memory table No.210.
Page 603 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-18 Direct area changing notify command (Sent from PT to host) Command [Format] [ESC] [CR] to c Word number of the changed direct area (4 BCD digits) 0000 to 9999 Area type of the changed direct area Word number PT control area First allocated word...
Page 604 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses Response [Format] None [Function] S Notifies to the host the fact that there has been a change in the status of the PT and the contents of the direct areas (PT control area, PT notify area and window control area) have changed.
Page 605 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses First word number of PT notify area : 110CH Number of changed words in PT control area : 1CH PT status notify bit (hexadecimal) : 8080H (PT operation status bit, screen printing bit: ON) Check sum : ACH [Example 3.
Page 606 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-19 PT memory changing notify command (Sent from PT to host) Command [Format] [ESC] [CR] to c First word number of PT memory (4 BCD digits) 0000 to 9999 Number of words in direct area (2 BCD digits) 01 to 50 , d1 , d1...
Page 607 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-20 PT operation mode switching command (Sent from host to PT) Command [Format] [ESC] (s1) (s2) [CR] Check sum present/absent (1 BCD digit) 0 : Absent 1 : Present Operation mode of PT to be switched to (2 BCD digits) Fixed as 00 (transmit mode) Check sum (2 hexadecimal digits) When m is 0, omit this setting.
Page 608 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses [Function] S Changes the operation mode of PT from RUN mode to transmit mode by the instruction from the host. S This command can change the PT mode from RUN mode to transmit mode forci- bly even if the setting of “Display System Menu” was set to “Disabled” by system installer mode.
Page 609 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses 9-3-22 Error response (Sent from PT to host) Response [CR] [ESC] Error code (2 BCD digits) 01 : Invalid command A non--exist command has been used. 02 : Command length error The command length differs from the stipulated length. 03 : Range error The word/table number is outside the setting range.
Page 610 Section 9-3 Commands/Responses...
Page 611: Function Applications
This section presents a collection of simple practical examples that will give you hints on how to make best use of the func- tions of the NT31/NT31C. Please use these examples for reference when using the NT31/NT31C. 10-1 Examples of Actual Applications of Direct Access .
Page 612: 10-1 Examples Of Actual Applications Of Direct Access
Some examples that will give you an idea of how to actually apply the functions of the NT31/NT31C such as those indicated below are presented here. S Continually monitoring a specific PC bit and displaying an alarm when it comes ON ..
Page 613 Example: Displaying a screen with “TEMPERATURE ABNORMAL” in black on a red back- ground when the monitored PC bit comes ON. NT31/NT31C Screen switched TEMPERATURE ABNORMAL (1) Set the properties of the screen displayed when the bit comes ON as follows.
Page 614 (page 334), writing a screen number to the control area (page 265), or switching the screen by using a bit memory table (page 295). Example: Displaying a screen that shows details of the error when the “TEMPERATURE AB- NORMAL” alarm message is pressed. NT31/NT31C 192_C 165_C 183_C TEMPERATURE ABNORMAL 250_C 180_C 175_C...
Page 615 ON, the bit that indicates the error location for the relevant temperature also comes ON. Example: Displaying a screen with details of the times at which alarms occurred in the past when the “TEMPERATURE ABNORMAL” alarm message is pressed. NT31/NT31C TEMPERATURE ABNORMAL13:12 CONVEYOR STOPPED 11:47 TEMPERATURE...
Page 616 - No. 9002: Frequency History Screen (page 446) In this case, there is no need to register an alarm list. Example: Displaying the corrective action (help information) when the alarm message “TEMPERATURE ABNORMAL” is pressed. NT31/NT31C Library data Inspect ... TEMPERATURE ABNORMAL...
Page 617 (3) above. Changing Display Contents in Accordance with PC Bit Status Example: Changing the status of a graphic depicting the opening and closing of a valve in accordance with the status of one PC bit. NT31/NT31C OFF state ON/OFF ON state...
Page 618 Check mark set, code of the figure depicting the open valve created in (1) - PC Address: Number of the bit used to change between the figures Example: When the displayed character string is changed in accordance with the status of one PC bit NT31/NT31C TRANSPORTING OFF state ON/OFF TRANSPORT ON state OVER (1) Create library data with fixed display text reading “TRANSPORTING”, and...
Page 619 (3) Register image/library lamps set for bits 1 to 15 in the same way as in (2). Reference: With NT31/NT31C, once an element has been drawn, it is not redrawn unless the display contents change (this applies even with overlapping screens). Conse-...
Page 620 Section 10-1 Examples of Actual Applications of Direct Access Displaying Online Help with a Touch Switch Example: Displaying help information in a window when a touch switch is pressed. NT31/NT31C How to use ... Window opens Close HELP HELP Window closes (1) Create a new screen as a keyboard screen.
Page 621 Continually Monitoring a Specific PC Bit and Displaying a Message on a Window When It Comes ON Example: Opening a window and displaying an error message on it when the monitored bit at the PC comes ON. NT31/NT31C TEMPERATURE ABNORMAL MOVE...
Page 622 Section 10-1 Examples of Actual Applications of Direct Access (5) Create the following ladder program so that the window is opened from the host when the bit comes ON. (Word numbers are not shown in the ladder pro- gram below, set the value when programming.) error bit @MOV(21) Window screen No.
Page 623 Section 10-1 Examples of Actual Applications of Direct Access Continuously Reading Out the Contents of a PC Word and Displaying a Trend Graph by Backtracking Example: Utilizing the trend graph logging function and background function (1) Register a trend graph set as indicated below for the screen. - Line Properties: Word No.
Page 624 Section 10-1 Examples of Actual Applications of Direct Access If required, past status changes can be displayed as a trend graph. Part being displayed “Previous Page” “Next Page” (Rewind) (Forward) touch switch touch switch Hints S Apart from the “Previous Page” (Rewind) and “Next Page” (Forward) touch switches indicated above, the following touch switches can be created without restriction to control the display and data recording (7-10-4 “Trend Graphs”, page 391).
Page 625 Section 10-1 Examples of Actual Applications of Direct Access (1) Set the initial values indicated below for character string memory tables No. 0 to No. 6. Do not allocate these character string memory tables to words at the host. Character string memory table Initial value (2) Register the part that displays the month and day for the screen, following the example given above.
Page 626: 10-2 Examples Of Actual Applications Of Memory Link
Example: Switching screen by the operation at PT control area: Allocated word in PT control area: 0100CH Host NT31/NT31C Command Screen No. 10 Screen No. 15 Use “PT memory write command” (sent from host to PT) for this case since it is necessary to write new screen number to the first word in PT control area.
Page 627 S Use “bit memory table write command” to switch screens by the operation of bit memory table. see page ?? To know the event that a numeral/character string is input to PT Example: Host NT31/NT31C Production Numeral data volume 0001 No.
Page 628 Section 10-2 Examples of Actual Applications of Memory Link (1) When numeral data is input on PT (“numeral input notify command” sent from PT to host): S Command [ESC] [CR] S Explanation - Numeral memory table number : 142 - Input numeral : 00000000F0 (240 in decimal) - Check sum...
Page 629 Section 10-2 Examples of Actual Applications of Memory Link S Explanation - Check sum present/absent : None (writing 1 word) - First numeral memory table No. written : 142 - Data of written numeral memory table : 000004B0 (1200 in decimal) In this way, numeral data which is input from the PT is processed at the host and the result is notified to the PT.
Page 630 Section 10-2 Examples of Actual Applications of Memory Link...
Page 631: Troubleshooting And Maintenance
SECTION 11 Troubleshooting and Maintenance This section describes the action to take when NT31/NT31C errors occur, and how to carry out maintenance and inspection to prevent the occurrence of errors. 11-1 Troubleshooting ............. .
Page 632: Troubleshooting
Section 11-1 Troubleshooting 11-1 Troubleshooting When a fault relating to the operation of the NT31/NT31C occurs, find the symp- toms in the table below and respond by following the corresponding “Remedy” in- dicated in the table. Note - Confirm system safety before turning the power ON/OFF or resetting.
Page 633 NT31/NT31C Symptoms Cause Remedy The PC mode has The NT31/NT31C changes the mode This is an NT31/NT31C specification. When using a changed to the monitor when host link communication is PC that can also be connected using the NT link mode.
Page 634 Section 11-1 Troubleshooting NT31/NT31C Symptoms Cause Remedy The System Menu cannot “Display System Menu” under In the System Installer mode, set “Display System be called up. “Change System Settings” in the Menu” to “Enabled” (page 169). System Installer mode is set to “Disabled”.
Page 635: Responding To Displayed Error Messages
For details of the error messges displayed when using memory unit and corrective action to take for them, refer to 3-5 “Using a Memory Unit (NT31/NT31C with V1)” in page 46 or 3-6 “Using a Memory Unit (NT31/NT31C without V1)” in page 57.
Page 636 “PT Configuration” at the Support last. Initialized Memory Switch setting. settings. Tool. (Section 6 “System Menu Operation”) Press Confirm to return to the SYSTEM If the problem recurs, contact your OMRON MENU. service center. [Calendar Data Error] There is an error in the date/time...
Page 637 Section 11-2 Responding to Displayed Error Messages 11-2-2 Errors Occurring during Operation and Their Remedies The table below shows the errors that can occur during operation of the NT31/NT31C and their remedies. Message Cause Remedy [Address Setting Error] The host side allocated words...
Page 638 Responding to Displayed Error Messages 11-2-3 Errors Occurring on Screen Data Initialization and Transmission The table below shows the errors that can occur when the NT31/NT31C data is initialized, and during data setting and transmission, and their remedies. Message Cause...
Page 639 (memory for storing the system selection of “Download System Program” and program) has reached its life. attempting to delete the system program several times, contact your OMRON service center (6-5-2 “Clearing/Installing the System Program”, page 167). Unable to download System - A communication error Select “Download System Program”...
Page 640 Operation When Communication Errors Occur When an error message is displayed, press the “OK” touch switch displayed on the screen. The NT31/NT31C will return to the screen that was displayed before the error occurred, and operation will restart. Display of Communication Errors...
Page 641 Check if the settings at the host for parity bit, frame conditions set incorrectly. length, communications speed, stop bit length and Framing Error flow control agree with those at the NT31/NT31C. Over-run Error The connecting cables are not Check the communication cable connection and connected correctly.
Page 642: Maintenance Of The Nt31/Nt31C
Spare PT It is advisable to have a spare NT31/NT31C available to minimize system down- time in the event of an NT31/NT31C failure or if the screen display becomes diffi- cult to read due to deterioration of the display unit.
Page 643 Unscrew the screw in the center of the cover. The screw is designed so that it cannot be removed, but if it does come out for some reason and falls inside the NT31/NT31C, it must be extricated without fail.
Page 644 Sufficiently loosen the screw that secures the CFL unit. The screw is designed so that it cannot be removed, but if it does come out for some reason and falls inside the NT31/NT31C, it must be extricated without fail.
Page 645 The NT31/NT31C uses a lithium battery to back up the memory contents. The battery life is about 5 years if the NT31/NT31C is used in a location where the ambient temperature is 25_C. If the temperature at the location of use is higher than this, the battery life will be shorter.
Page 646 The connector of the new battery must be connected within 5 minutes after dis- connecting the old battery’s connector. However, the battery can be replaced while the NT31/NT31C power is on, and in this case there is no time restriction. Close the battery cover, making sure that the cable is not trapped.
Page 647: Inspection And Cleaning
Inspection and Cleaning 11-4 Inspection and Cleaning Clean and inspect the NT31/NT31C regularly to ensure that it is always used in its optimum condition. Cleaning Method If the display is dirty the screen is difficult to see. Clean the screen from time to time as follows.
Page 648 Inspect the following points to determine if there is any divergence from the stated criteria. If there is, either improve the surrounding environment so that the values fall within the stated range, or adjust the NT31/NT31C, for example by re-tightening screws.
Page 649: Appendices
..... . . Differences between the NT30/NT30C and the NT31/NT31C ......
Page 650: Specifications
EC directives Low voltage directive 73/23/EEC Applicable EC directives EN50081-2: 1993 or standards EN61131-2: 1995 Standards Standards Electrical safety EN61131-2: 1995 The NT31/NT31C may not be used at a location where it is exposured to splashing oil for a long period.
Page 651: Performance Specifications
Lit in orange : Low battery voltage (during operation) Flash in red : Low battery voltage (when NT31/NT31C is stopped) *1 Time taken for brightness to reduce to half at normal temperature and humidity Panel Specifications...
Page 652 Specification Programming System Programming support software Programming support software NT-series Support Tool for Windows 95/98 (Ver. 3.0), made by OMRON Personal Computer Use a personal computer which can run Microsoft Window 95 or 98 Programming Tool RAM : At least 32 M bytes...
Page 653 APPENDIX A Specifications Display Capacity Item Specification Fixed character data (character strings registered for each screen) Character displays (fixed Maximum combined total with other fixed display elements of 65535 per screen display) (maximum of 524280 for an overlapping screen) Character string displays Up to 256 per screen (1024 for an overlapping screen) (40 bytes per string) Numeral displays Up to 256 per screen (1024 for an overlapping screen), max.
Page 654 9020: Programming console function screen 9999: Return to the previous screen By transmitting screen data created using the Support Tool to the NT31/NT31C Screen registration method By transmitting screen data stored in a memory unit to the NT31/NT31C (automatic/manual) Screen saving method...
Page 655 S Restrictions on data reading With NT31/NT31C, the maximum quantity of data that can be read simultaneously is fixed, and elements that exceed this data quantity limit are not displayed on the screen. Note that even if the same data is read from differ- ent elements, each instance is counted separately.
Page 656 None S Restrictions due to element coefficients The NT31/NT31C uses “element coefficients” to manage display elements. The maximum number of display coefficients that can be used at the same time is 1024. If the total of the element coefficients on a screen exceeds 1024, the elements after this total has been reached are not displayed.
Page 657 The communication flag to the PC (BAT LOW) comes ON (1). Retains the contents of the numeral/character string memory tables (i.e., they are not initialized) when the power is turned ON, when the NT31/NT31C is reset, and when the Resume function operation mode is changed.
Page 658 APPENDIX A Specifications Item Specifications Downloads the system program from the system installer System program transmission Downloads/Upload the system program with a memory unit. - Function for downloading screen data to and uploading screen data fromn the Transmission Screen data Support Tool functions transmission...
Page 659 APPENDIX A Specifications Communications Specifications S For a Host Link (RS-232C Type) Item Specification Communications standard EIA RS-232C Start-stop synchronization Communications speed: 9600, 19200 bps Communications settings Data length: 7 bits Stop bit: 2 bits Parity: Even 9-pin D-SUB connector (female) (serial port A) Connector 25-pin D-SUB connector (female) (serial port B) Number of units connected...
Page 660 APPENDIX A Specifications S For an NT Link (1:1, RS-422A Type) Item Specification Communications standard EIA RS-422A Connector 25-pin D-SUB connector (female) (serial port B) Number of units connected Transmission distance Max. 500 m S For an NT Link (1:N, RS-232C Type) Item Specification Communications standard...
Page 661 APPENDIX A Specifications S For a Memory Link (RS-422A Type) Item Specification Communications standard EIA RS-422A Start-stop synchronization Communications speed: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400bps Data length: 7, 8 bits Communications settings Stop bit: 1, 2 bits Parity: None, even, odd Flow control: None, XON/XOFF Response:...
Page 662: Dimensions
APPENDIX B Dimensions APPENDIX B Dimensions Body 183.5 (7.22) POWER 142 (5.59) 130.5 (5.14) 5 (0.20) 195 (7.68) 54 (2.13) With memory unit installed Units: mm (inch) (NT-MF261) 74 (2.91)
Page 663 APPENDIX B Dimensions Mounting Dimensions Mounting panel Mounting fixture POWER 25 (0.98) 153 (6.02) 15.5 (0.61) 5 (0.2) 145 (5.71) 34 (1.34) (min.) 38 (1.5) (max.) Units: mm (inch) 206 (8.11)
Page 664 APPENDIX B Dimensions Cable Connection Dimensions (with NT-MF261) 96 (3.78) 10.2 (0.47) 91 (3.58) PRINTER PORT B PORT A 26.7 (1.05) 5 (0.20) 50 (1.97) 60 (2.36) Units: mm (inch)
Page 665: Using An Rs-232C/Rs-422A Convertor Unit
APPENDIX C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit APPENDIX C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit This section outlines the external dimensions, procedure for mounting and removal, and specifications of an RS-232C/RS-422A convertor unit (NT-AL001). Refer to this information when designing the control panel. For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the NT-AL001.
Page 666 APPENDIX C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit Mounting to a DIN Rail Latch the top part of the rear face of the convertor unit (“a” in the figure) onto the top edge of the DIN rail, and push the unit in the direction indicated by “b” in the figure. Now fit end plates at the right and left of the convertor unit to secure it and ensure that it cannot shift laterally.
Page 667 APPENDIX C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit Specifications The general specifications and communications specifications of the convertor unit are shown below. General Specifications Item Specification Dimensions 30 (W) 114 (H) 100.2 (D) mm: with the RS-422A terminal block cover closed 30 (W) 114 (H) 119.5 (D) mm: with the RS-422A terminal block cover open...
Page 668 APPENDIX C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit DIP Switch Settings The convertor unit has 6 digits DIP switch for setting the RS-422A/485 communication conditions. Before connecting the cable to the convertor unit, make the DIP switch settings. (Factory settings) om on 1 2 3 4 5 6 NT–AL001 [SW1-1] Not used (always ON)
Page 669 APPENDIX C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit Note S Do not set both SW1-5 and SW1-6 ON at the same time. This may damage inter- nal circuits. S The power supply to the device supplying +5 V must be turned OFF before start- ing wiring work.
Page 670: Block Diagram
APPENDIX C Using an RS-232C/RS-422A Convertor Unit RS-232C Connector Connector Signal direction Signal name Abbreviation (convertor unit ⇔ RS-232C device) pin No. Not used – – ← Send data → Receive data ← Request to send (shorted to CS internally) →...
Page 671: Transporting And Storing The Nt31/Nt31C
Transporting and Storing the NT31/NT31C APPENDIX D Transporting and Storing the NT31/NT31C S When transporting the NT31/NT31C, use the packaging intended for it. S When storing the NT31/NT31C, observe the following conditions. Storage ambient temperature: −20 to +60_C Storage ambient humidity:...
Page 672: Making The Cable
APPENDIX E Making the Cable APPENDIX E Making the Cable The procedure for making up the cable is described below. Also refer to this procedure for making a connecting cable for use with RS-422A/485 type connections. Cable Preparation The preparation of the cable differs according to whether or not the shielding wire is to be connected to the FG. S Cable with shielding wire connected to FG (1) Cut the cable to the required length.
Page 673 APPENDIX E Making the Cable S Cable with shielding wire not connected to FG (1) Cut the cable to the required length. (2) Remove the external vinyl insulation from the cable with a razor blade. Take care not to damage the shielding underneath.
Page 674 APPENDIX E Making the Cable Hood Assembly Assemble the connector hood as shown below. Aluminum foil tape End connected to FG End not connected to FG...
Page 675: Making The Cable For Connecting A Pc
Use the following recommended products when making the connecting cable. Name Model Remarks Connector XM2D-2501 25-pin, made by OMRON, for personal computer side XM2A-0901 9-pin, made by OMRON, for PT side Connector hood XM2S-2511 25-pin, made by OMRON, for personal computer side...
Page 676: Making The Cable For Connection To A Bar Code Reader
+5 V +5 V When using the +5 V output of the NT31/NT31C, limit the cable length to within 2 m. If a cable longer than 2 m is used, connect an external power supply to the bar code reader.
Page 677: Making The Cable For Connection To A Printer
Making the Cable for Connection to a Printer The following product is recommended as the cable for connecting a printer. NT-CNT121 (made by OMRON, cable length 1.5 m, 20-pin – 36-pin) Refer to the following when making a cable for connection to a printer.
Page 678: Compatibility With Screen Data Of Other Pt Models
Compatibility with Screen Data of Other PT Models The screen data of the NT31/NT31C does not have complete upward compatibility with the screen data for earlier PT models. Consequently, when the data for an earlier PT model is converted for an NT31/NT31C use, partial modification may be necessary.
Page 679 Here, the explanation is subjected to the NT31/NT31C with “V1”. For details of the differences between the NT31/NT31C without “V1” and the NT31/NT31C with “V1”, refer to “Differences between the NT31/NT31C without “V1” and the NT31/NT31C with “V1” (page 672). For details of the difference in function, refer to 1-2 “Functions of the NT31/NT31C” (page 4).
Page 680 APPENDIX I Compatibility with Screen Data of Other PT Models Item NT30/NT30C NT31/NT31C PT status notify area Word Word Numeral/character string memory table number Word m Word m Screen number (4 BCD digits) (BCD or hexadecimal 4 digits) Numeral/character string memory table number...
Page 681 Simultaneous setling of recording in an alarm history and screen switching is possible. switching is not possible (if NT30/NT30C data in which simultaneous table setting operation is specified is converted for use with an NT31/NT31C, only the alarm history recording operation is performed). Memory Numeral/character string type:...
Page 682 APPENDIX I Compatibility with Screen Data of Other PT Models Item NT30/NT30C NT31/NT31C Overlapping When the touch switch/lamp goes ON/OFF, the fixed display is Even if the touch switch/lamp goes ON/OFF, the fixed display is displayed in XOR inverse color of ON/OFF color of touch switch/lamp always displayed in the specified color.
Page 683 APPENDIX I Compatibility with Screen Data of Other PT Models Differences between the NT31/NT31C without “V1” and the NT31/NT31C with “V1” Item NT31/NT31C (without V1) NT31/NT31C (with V1) Drowing Display Object Types Display Object Types order of objects Image/library lamp...
Page 684 APPENDIX I Compatibility with Screen Data of Other PT Models Item NT31/NT31C (without V1) NT31/NT31C (with V1) Window None control area Word Global window Word k Screen No. (4-digit BCD or hexadecimal) Global window Word k+1 X coordinate (4-digit BCD or hexadecimal)
Page 685 S High-definition font display* Even though you have Hardware NT31/631 (without V1) and version up the system program of NT31/631 series to “-V1” system program, you can use only “CP437” as font type. The table above shows only the relationship between the hardware and system program.
Page 686: Model List
APPENDIX J Model List APPENDIX J Model List Model Specification NT31-ST121-EV1 STN monochrome display, ivory NT31-ST121B-EV1 STN monochrome display, black NT31C-ST141-EV1 STN color display, ivory NT31C-ST141B-EV1 STN color display, black Host Link Unit Model Specification Applicable PC 3G2A6-LK201-EV1 CPU-mounted type with RS-232C connector...
Page 687 APPENDIX J Model List CPUs (For Connection via a Host Link) Model Specification PC Type CPM1-10CDR-j RS-232C adapter/RS-422A adapter connected to the peripheral C-series CPM1-20CDR-j port CPM1 CPM1-30CDR-j CPM1A-10CDj-j CPM1A-20CDj-j CPM1A-30CDj-j CPM1A-40CDj-j CQM1-CPU21-E Features a 9-pin connector for RS-232C connections C-series CQM1-CPU41-EV1 CQM1...
Page 688 APPENDIX J Model List CPUs (For Connection via an NT Link (1:1)) Model Specification PC Type CPM1-10CDR-j RS-232C adapter connected to the peripheral port C-series CPM1-20CDR-j (RS-422A adapter cannot be used) CPM1 CPM1-30CDR-j CPM1A-10CDj-j CPM1A-20CDj-j CPM1A-30CDj-j CPM1A-40CDj-j CQM1-CPU41-EV1 Features a 9-pin connector for RS-232C connections C-series CQM1-CPU42-EV1 CQM1...
Page 689 RS-232C Adaptor, RS-422A Adaptor Model Specification CPM1-CIF01 Links the RS-232C port of an NT31/NT31C and the peripheral port of a CPM1 (compatible with host link, and NT link (1:1)) CPM1-CIF11 Links the RS-422A port of an NT31/NT31C and the peripheral...
Page 690 Chemical–resistant cover for NT31/NT31C NT-MF261 Memory unit for NT31/NT31C 3G2A9-BAT08 Spare battery The Support Tool indicated above includes the system installer and the standard system programs for the NT31, NT31C, NT631, and NT631C. Cables with Connectors (PT ↔ PLC/NT-AL001) Model Cable Length...
Page 691 9-pin type, inch pitch screw, made by OMRON DB-C2-J9 25-pin type, made by JAE Printer Cable Model Specification NT-CNT121 Printer cable for half pitch (1.5 m), made by OMRON Cable for peripheral port of CS1-series PLC Model Specification CS1W-CN118 Made by OMRON...
Page 692: Option List
Option List APPENDIX K Option List Replaceable Backlight ... NT31C-CFL01 (common use for NT31/NT31C) This is a backlight (CFL unit) for replacement purposes. Protective Sheet ... NT30-KBA04 (common use for NT31/NT31C) Stuck to the display to prevent irregular reflection or contamination. The entire sheet is colorless and transparent.
Page 693 APPENDIX K Option List Chemical-resistant Cover ... NT30-KBA01 Covers the front panel and protects it from various chemical agents. The entire sheet is milky white and made of silicone rubber. The sheet offers protection against the following chemical agents. Protects against Does not protect against Boric acid Hexane...
Page 694 This is a lithium battery used for memory backup. Memory Unit ... NT-MF261 This is a dedicated unit for reading/writing the screen data and the system programs in an NT31/NT31C. Data is transmitted by DIP switch setting at the memory unit.
Page 695: Pc Memory Map
APPENDIX L PC Memory Map APPENDIX L PC Memory Map OMRON C-Series PC, SRM1 Memory Map <Host Link / NT Link (1:1) / NT Link (1:N)> Extended Timer/Counter Data Memory Relay Area Holding Auxiliary Link Relays Data Memory Present Area...
Page 696 APPENDIX L PC Memory Map OMRON CVM1/CV-Series PC Memory Map <Host Link> Extended Timer/Counter Data Memory Relay Area Holding Auxiliary Link Relays Data Memory Present Area (Current (CIO) Relays (HR) Relays (AR) (LR) Values (DM) Bank) (TIM/CNT) (EM) CV500 00000 to...
Page 697: Keycode Tables
Appendix M Keycode Tables APPENDIX M Keycode Tables ISO 8859/1 ° Ð ð ’ À à Space Space NBSP ± ¡ Á Ñ á ñ Space Space ” ¢ Â Ò â ò Space Space £ Ã Ó ã ó Space Space ¤...
Page 698 Appendix M Keycode Tables MS–DOS CP437 α ≡ ’ Ç É á β ± ü æ Í Γ ≥ ” é Æ ó π ≤ â ô ú Σ ⌠ ä ö ñ σ ⌡ à ò Ñ µ ÷ &...
Page 699: Index
INDEX Bit memory table write command ... . Bit memory tables ......Alarm history .
Page 700 ....Checking the LCD (screen display) ..Comparison between NT31 and NT31C ..Checking the printer operating state .
Page 701 ......... . Errors in the system installer mode and their Differences between the NT31/NT31C and the remedies .
Page 702 Host link unit ..... . . 65, 66, 661 Life expectancy (backlight) ....Host notification function .
Page 703 ....82, 128 1:N connection between RS–422A/485 at the NT31/NT31C and RS–232C at the host ..NT–AL001 .
Page 704 Printer operating status (PT status notify bits) ..... . Rated power supply voltage ....Printing a screen image .
Page 705 ........Set (touch switch) .
Page 706 ......... . Storage type and stored data ....Using a Memory Unit(NT31/NT31C with V1) . . . Storage type for the BCD format .
Page 707: Revision History
Revision History A manual revision code appears as a suffix to the catalog number on the front cover of the manual. Cat. No. V043-E1-2 Revision code The following table outlines the changes made to the manual during each revision. Page numbers refer to the previous version.

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Table of Contents

Precautions

1 Intended Audience

2 General Precautions

3 Safety Precautions

Section 1 General

Section 2 Preparing for Connection

Section 3 Hardware Settings and Connections

Hardware Settings and Connections

Connecting to the Host from the RS-232C Port

Section 5 Connecting to the Host from the Rs-422A/485 Port

Section 6 System Menu Operation

Section 7 Nt31/Nt31C Functions

Section 8 How to Use the Pt

Section 8

How to Use the PT

Using Memory Link

Function Applications

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Appendices

Index

Quick Links

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