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• GT01
• GT11
• GT30
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GT Series Technical Manual
ARCT1F398E '04.11

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  • Page 1 Programmable Display GT Series Technical Manual Applicable Product • GT01 • GT11 • GT30 This manual was created using Adobe Acrobat. Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. GT Series Technical Manual ARCT1F398E ’04.11 http://www.naisplc.com/...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Before You Start----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ⅰ ⅰ ⅰ ⅰ Usage Procedures-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ⅲ ⅲ ⅲ ⅲ Confirming the Package Contens----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ⅳ ⅳ ⅳ ⅳ GT series System Configuration (GT01 and GT11)-----------------------------------------------------------------ⅸ ⅸ ⅸ ⅸ GT series System Configuration (GT30)-------------------------------------------------------------------------------ⅹ ⅹ ⅹ ⅹ Products Types and Manuals-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ⅹ ⅰ...
  • Page 4 Installation and Wiring 2.1 Installation 2.1.1 Installation Environment 2.1.2 GT01 and GT11 Installation Method 2.1.3 GT30 Installation Method 2.2 Wiring the Power Supply 2.2.1 Wiring the Power supply 2.2.2 Grounding 2.3 Wiring the COM. Port Setup 3.1 Setup Procedure for the GT 3.2 Setting the Basic Communication Area Between the GT and PLC 3.2.1 What is the Basic Communication Area? 3.2.2 Settings in GTWIN...
  • Page 5 4.1.24 Connecting a Sereial Device 4-39 4.2 Connecting GT30 with PLC 4-40 4.2.1 Connecting to the FPΣ 4-40 4.2.2 Connecting to the FP0 4-42 4.2.3 Connecting to the FP1 4-44 4.2.4 Connecting to the FP2/FP2SH 4-45 4.2.5 Connecting to the FP2/FP2SH Computer Communication Unit 4-47 4.2.6 Connecting to the FP10SH 4-48...
  • Page 6 How the Various Functions Are Used 6.1 Switching Screens 6.1.1 Switching the Screen from the PLC 6.1.2 Switching the Screen with the GT Main Unit 6.2 Basic Communication Area to PLC and Bit Device Functions (GT01) 6.3 Basic Communication Area to PLC and Bit Device Functions (GT11) 6.4 Basic Communication Area to PLC and Bit Device Functions (GT30) Servicing and Maintenance 7.1 What the Battery Does (GT11)
  • Page 7 9.3.5 PLC Communication Cable: D-SUB 9-pin Loose Wire (AIP81842) 9.3.6 PLC Communication Cable: Mini-DIN 5-pin Loose Wire (AIGT8192) 9.4 Summary of Features and Compatible Versions 10 Terminal GTWIN 10-1 10.1 Precautions Before Using GTWIN 10-2 10.1.1 Special Precautions 10-3 10.2 Installing GTWIN 10-4 10.3 Booting GTWIN 10-8...

  • Page 8: Before You Start

    Before You Start Usage conditions When installing the product, make sure it is used within the range of the general specifications. Do not use in the following environments: • Areas whwere t he unit may come in contact with water (the unit is warranted by IP65 for the installed panel, but this applies to initial values and operation cannot be guaranteed in areas where the unit is constantly subjected to water or to extreme temperature or humidity.) •...
  • Page 9 Other precautions • Do not connect any devices other than our Programmer II to the TOOL port. • Always operate the touch panel with fingers as the touch panel may be damaged due to the excessive load or shock (caused when being operated with any tools). Also, if the touch panel is pressed like kneading, the electrode may be worn out exceptionally, and cause the malfunction.

  • Page 10: Usage Procedures

    Usage Procedures If you are using the GT series for the first time, please follow the procedure outlined below. 1. Confirm the items included with the product. Next page Please confirm that all of the items have been included with the product you have purchased. Products are carefully checked before being shipped, but if you do find anything missing, please contact your dealer.

  • Page 11: Confirming The Package Contens

    Confirming the Package Contents Check to make sure the necessary items have been included with the product you have purchased. Items included with the GT01 Main unit (Photo is AIGT0030B1) Set of attachment fittings Connector for communications (x1) Attachment fittings x 4 Attachment screws x 4 Repair parts are available.
  • Page 12 Items included with the GT11 Main unit (Photo is AIGT2030B) Set of attachment fittings Connector for communications (x1) Attachment fittings x 4 Attachment screws x 4 Repair parts are available. AIGT084 (contains 5 pcs.) Repair parts are available. AIGT083 (contains 5 sets.) * 4 pcs of attachment fittings and 4 pcs of attachment screws are contained in one set.
  • Page 13 Items included with the GT30 (AIGT3100B and AIGT3300B) Main unit STN monochrome liquid crystal display type: AIGT3100B STN color liquid crystal display type: AIGT3300B Set of attachment fittings Connector for communications (x1) Fittings x 2 Screws x 4 Front panel protective sheet Waterproof packing There is a front panel protective sheet, available as One piece of waterproof packing has been...
  • Page 14 Please read it carefully before using your product. About the manual for the screen creation software tool The GT Series Technical Manual provides an installation guide. However, for detailed operation procedures please use the help function. The Terminal GTWIN Operational Guide Book (ARCT1F357E), which covers basic operation, is also available.
  • Page 15 Items included with the PLC conncation cable (AIP81842/AIGT8142/AIGT8152/AIGT8162) Cable One of the following cables has been included with the product you have purchased. Wiring diagram The package includes a diagram that shows the internal wiring of the cables pictured above. AIGT816* is only a RS232C cable and is for use when the GT01 is using separate power supply or for GT11.

  • Page 16: Gt Series System Configuration (Gt01 And Gt11)

    GT Series System Configuration (GT01 and GT11) The following devices are necessary in order to use the GT series. Note: Connecting to the COM. port of the PLC Because connecting the unit to the COM. port of the FPΣ/FP0 requires a loose-wire connection, this...

  • Page 17: Gt Series System Configuration (Gt30)

    GT Series System Configuration (GT30) The following devices are necessary in order to use the GT series. Note: Connecting to the COM. port of the PLC Because connecting the unit to the COM. port of the FPΣ/FP0 requires a loose-wire connection, this...

  • Page 18: Products Types And Manuals

    (2 m) For connection to COM. port of FP1/FP2/FP2SH/FP- M/FP10SH, TOOL port of FP10SH, and computer AIP81842 communication unit of FP2/FP3. D-SUB 9-pin loose-wire cable (2 m) Screen transfer Screen data transfer caable for GTWIN and GT series AFC8503 cable...
  • Page 19 Item name Contents Product No. Screen transfer Screen data transfer caable for GTWIN and GT series. Mini-DIN AFC8503S cable 5-pin straight type Front panel protective sheet for GT01. 10 in set. (sold AIGT080 separately) Front panel protective sheet for GT11. 10 in set. (sold...

  • Page 20: An Overview Of Gt Series Functions

    An Overview of GT Series Functions 3 colors can be displayed, to reflect the status (GT01 and GT11) Various messages and graphics can be displayed on the liquid crystal display screen, as well as lamps, internal PLC data and graphs. In addition, backlighting is available in three colors, green, orange, and red, so that information can be color-coded.
  • Page 21 Through function is convenient for debugging (GT01, GT11 and GT30) If connections are made as shown in the diagram, a convenient “through” function makes it possible to transfer data from the GT and carry out PLC debugging at the same time that communication is going on between the GT and the FP series PLC.

  • Page 23: Specifications

    Chapter 1 Specifications...

  • Page 24: Gt01 Specifications

    1.1 GT01 Specifications 1.1.1 General Specifications GT01 specifications 5V, RS232C type 5V, RS422 type 24V, RS232C type 24V, RS422 type Item AIGT0030B1/ AIGT0032B1/ AIGT0030B/ AIGT0032B/ AIGT0030H1 AIGT0032H1 AIGT0030H AIGT0032H Rated voltage 5 V DC 24 V DC Operating voltage 4.5 to 5.5 V DC 21.6 to 26.4 V DC range Power consumption...

  • Page 25: Functions

    1.1.3 Functions Item GT01 specifications Fixed fonts: 1/4 width (8 x 8), half width (16 x 8), full width (16 x 16) Half width and full width characters can be displayed at same width, Displayable fonts doubled width, or quadrupled width True Type fonts and Windows fonts Character types Alphanumeric characters...

  • Page 26: Serial Interface

    1.1.6 Serial Interface GT01 specifications RS232C type RS422 type Item AIGT0030B1/AIGT0030H1 AIGT0032B1/AIGT0032H1 AIGT0030B/AIGT0030H AIGT0032B/AIGT0032H Conforms to RS232C Conforms to RS422 Communications ratings (Non insulation type) (Non insulation type) Baud rate: 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200 bps Conditions for Data bits: 7 or 8 bits communications with Parity: Non, Odd, Even external devices...

  • Page 27: Gt11 Specifications

    1.2 GT11 Specifications 1.2.1 General Specifications Item GT11 specifications Rated voltage 24 V DC Operating voltage 21.6 to 26.4 V DC range Power consumption 2.4 W or less (100 mA or less) Ambient 0 to +50 °C temperature 20 to 85% RH (at 25 °C, non-condensing) Ambient humidity Storage -20 to +60 °C...

  • Page 28: Functions

    1.2.3 Functions Item GT01 specifications Fixed fonts: 1/4 width (8 x 8), half width (16 x 8), full width (16 x 16) Half width and full width characters can be displayed at same width, doubled Displayable fonts width, or quadrupled width True Type fonts: 10, 12, 14, 16, 24, 26, 28, 32, 36, 48, 64 dots and Windows True Type fonts Alphanumeric characters...

  • Page 29: Serial Interface

    Clock data, PLC device storage data (24 words max.) and alarm history Item GT11 specifications Memory SRAM Lithium battery (replaceable type) Memory backup CR2032 (commercially available) 1.2.6 Serial Interface GT11 specifications Item AIGT2030B/AIGT2030H AIGT2032B/AIGT2032H Conforms to RS232C Conforms to RS422 Communications ratings (Non insulation type) (Non insulation type)

  • Page 30: Gt30 Specifications

    1.3 GT30 Specifications 1.3.1 General Specifications Item GT30 specifications Rated voltage 24 V DC Operating voltage 21.6 to 26.4 V DC range Power consumption 10 W or less Ambient 0 to +50 °C (25 V DC max. if installed horizonally) temperature 20 to 85% RH (at 25 °C, non-condensing) Ambient humidity...

  • Page 31: Functions

    1.3.3 Functions Item GT30 specifications Fixed fonts: 1/4 width (8 x 8), half width (16 x 8), full width (16 x 16) Half width and full width characters can be displayed at same width, Displayable fonts doubled width, or quadrupled width True Type fonts Character types Alphanumeric characters...

  • Page 32: Serial Interface

    1.3.6 Serial Interface Item GT30 specifications Communications ratings Conforms to RS232C (Non insulation type) Baud rate: 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200 bps Conditions for Data bits: 7 or 8 bits communications with Parity: Non, Odd, Even external devices Stop bit: 1 bit COM.

  • Page 33: Names And Functions Of Parts

    1.4 Names and Functions of Parts 1.4.1 GT01 and GT11 GT01 (front) GT01 (rear) 1-11...
  • Page 34 GT11 (front) GT11 (side) GT11 (rear) 1-12...
  • Page 35 Names and functions of parts (for GT01 and GT11) Liquid crystal display panel/touch panel Various screens are displayed here. A touch panel is provided on the liquid crystal display panel, and switches can be operated and data entered simply by touching the panel. Optional protective sheets are also available to protect the touch panel and keep it cleean.

  • Page 36: Gt30

    1.4.2 GT30 GT30 (front) GT30 (rear) 1-14...
  • Page 37 Names and functions of parts (for GT30) Liquid crystal display panel/touch panel Various screens are displayed here. A touch panel is provided on the liquid crystal display panel, and switches can be operated and data entered simply by touching the panel. Front panel protective sheet This protects the touch panel and keeps it clean.

  • Page 38: Internal Wiring Connections For Ports

    1.5 Internal Wiring Connections for Po rts 1.5.1 COM. Port (GT01) 5 V/RS232C type (AIGT0030B1/AIGT0030H1) Note: • There is no RS and CS (control lines). • Make sure that wiring and placement of the cable are performed so that there is no impression of external noise on the cable and no induction.
  • Page 39 24 V/RS232C type (AIGT0030B/AIGT0030H) Note: • There is no RS and CS (control lines). • Make sure that wiring and placement of the cable are performed so that there is no impression of external noise on the cable and no induction. Also, shielded wiring should be used for cables. •...

  • Page 40: Com. Port (Gt11)

    1.5.2 COM. Port (GT11) 24 V/RS232C type (AIGT2030B/AIGT2030H) Note: • Make sure that wiring and placement of the cable are performed so that there is no impression of external noise on the cable and no induction. Also, shielded wiring should be used for cables. •...

  • Page 41: Com. Port (Gt30)

    1.5.3 COM. Port (GT30) Note: • When connecting the unit to the FP series, there is no need to wire both the RS and CS. • Make sure that wiring and placement of the cable are performed so that there is no impression of external noise on the cable and no induction.

  • Page 42: Dimensions

    1.6 Dimensions 1.6.1 GT01 Panel cutout dimensions Note: Be absolutely sure not to seal the slits on the unit. 1-20...

  • Page 43: Gt11

    1.6.2 GT11 Panel cutout dimensions Note: Be absolutely sure not to seal the slits on the unit. 1-21...

  • Page 44: Gt30

    1.6.3 GT30 Panel cutout dimensions 1-22...

  • Page 45: Installation And Wiring

    Chapter 2 Installation and Wiring...

  • Page 46: Installation

    2.1 Installation 2.1.1 Installation Environment When installing and using the GT series, always make sure the following conditions are observed. Usage conditions When installing the product, make sure it is used within the range of the general specifications. Do not use in the following environments: •...

  • Page 47: Gt01 And Gt11 Installation Method

    2.1.2 GT01 and GT11 Installation Method Secure the GT to the installation panel using the four fittings and four screws provided with the unit. 1. Place the GT main unit in the installation panel. 2. Insert the fittings into the grooves provided in the GT main unit, and tighten the screws to secure the GT main unit to the installation panel.

  • Page 48: Gt30 Installation Method

    2.1.3 GT30 Installation Method Secure the GT30 to the installation panel using the two fittings and four screws provided with the unit. 1. Place the GT30 main unit in the installation panel. 2. Insert the fittings into the grooves provided in the GT30 main unit, and tighten the screws to secure the GT30 main unit to the installation panel.

  • Page 49: Wiring The Power Supply

    AIGT0030B1/AIGT0030H1 4.5 to 5.5 V DC AIGT0032B1/AIGT0032H1 AIGT0030B/AIGT0030H AIGT0032B/AIGT0032H AIGT2030B/AIGT2030H 21.6 to 26.4 V DC AIGT2032B/AIGT2032H AIGT3100B/AIGT3100H AIGT3300B/AIGT3300H Keep the power supply wiring separate • Wiring to the GT series, PLC, and other power equipment should have separate wiring systems.

  • Page 50: Grounding

    2.2.2 Grounding Be sure to ground when the influence of noise is great The unit is tolerant against noise in normal environments, but if the environment is particularly susceptible to noise, please ground. Use dedicated grounding • For grounding purposes, use wires with a minimum of 2 mm .

  • Page 51: Wiring The Com. Port

    2.3 Wiring the COM. Port Accessory communication connector/applicable wiring The communication connector used for the COM. port (provided as an accessory with the main unit) has a screw-tightening type of terminal block. The wiring shown below should be used. Applicable wiring (twisted wiring) Size Conductor cross-section surface area AWG #28 to 16...
  • Page 52 If this happens, disconnect the wire, check the terminal hole, and connect the wire again. Reference: For information on connecting the COM. port of the GT series with various PLC units, refer to <Chapter 4 Connecting and Communicating with the PLC>.

  • Page 53: Setup

    Chapter 3 Setup...

  • Page 54: Setup Procedure For The Gt

    3.1 Setup Procedure for the GT The GT main unit should be set up using the procedure outlined below. 1. Setting the “Configuration File” with GTWIN The Gthas an internal file called the “Configuration file”, which is used to determine various operating environment parameters.
  • Page 55 3. Transfer the GT Configuration file from GTWIN After connections have been completed, use the following procedure to transfer the GT Configuration file from GTWIN. • Boot GTWIN, and select • When the transfer function is selected, a dialog box for “Transfer”...

  • Page 56: Setting The Basic Communication Area Between The Gt And Plc

    3.2 Setting the Basic Communication A rea Between the GT and PLC 3.2.1 What is the Basic Communication Area? Communication between the GT and PLC is carried out as shown below. As shown in the illustration, communication is carried out on an ongoing basis between the GT and internal devices in the PLC.

  • Page 57: Settings In Gtwin

    3.2.2 Settings in GTWIN Select “Configuration” under “File” on the menu bar, and then select the sub-menu called “GTWIN Configuration”. This displays the dialog box for the GT Basic Setup, as shown below. Clicking on the button in “Basic Communication Area to PLC” displays the device settings dialog box shown below, where the initial addresses for the word area and bit area can be changed.

  • Page 58: Gt01 Basic Communication Area Map

    3.2.3 GT01 Basic Communication Area Map In order for communication to be carried out between the GT01 and PLC, an internal device area like that shown below is provided in the PLC. This should be used to control the GT main unit through the PLC ladder program actually being run.

  • Page 59: Gt11 Basic Communication Area Map

    3.2.4 GT11 Basic Communication Area Map In order for communication to be carried out between the GT11 and PLC, an internal device area like that shown below is provided in the PLC. This should be used to control the GT main unit through the PLC ladder program actually being run.

  • Page 60: Gt30 Basic Communication Area Map

    3.2.5 GT30 Basic Communication Area Map In order for communication to be carried out between the GT30 and PLC, an internal device area like that shown below is provided in the PLC. This should be used to control the GT main unit through the PLC ladder program actually being run.

  • Page 61: Connecting And Communicating With The Plc

    Chapter 4 Connecting and Communicating with the...

  • Page 62: Connecting Gt01/Gt11 With Plc

    4.1 Connecting GT01/GT11 with PLC 4.1.1 Connecting to the TOOL port of FPΣ Σ Σ Σ / FP0 / FP-e (1) (Direct Connection to GT01) Connecting to the TOOL port FPΣ Σ Σ Σ communication format settings System register No. Item Value set TOOL port unit number...
  • Page 63 4.1.2 Connecting to the TOOL port of FPΣ Σ Σ Σ / FP0 / FP-e (2) Connecting to the TOOL port FPΣ Σ Σ Σ communication format settings System register No. Item Value set TOOL port unit number Modem connection No modem connection Data length 8 bits...

  • Page 64: Connecting To The Tool Port Of Fp2 / Fp2Sh (1) (Direct Connection To Gt01)

    4.1.3 Connecting to the TOOL port of FP2 / FP2SH (1) (Direct Connection to GT01) Connecting to the TOOL port Reference: <4.1.15 How to Make Communication Settings Using the FPWIN GR> PLC communication cable: Mini-DIN 5-pin loose-wire cable (AIGT8142) Connecting to the FP2/FP2SH TOOL port Note: •...
  • Page 65 4.1.4 Connecting to the TOOL port of FP2 / FP2SH (2) Connecting to the TOOL port FPΣ Σ Σ Σ communication format settings System register No. Item Value set TOOL port unit number Modem connection No modem connection Data length 8 bits Parity check Yes, Odd...

  • Page 66: Connecting To The Tool Port Of Fp10Sh (1) (Direct Connection To Gt01)

    4.1.5 Connecting to the TOOL port of FP10SH (1) (Direct Connection to GT01) Connecting to the TOOL port Connecting to the FP10SH TOOL port Please create a cable from the following contents. Note: • Keep the cable no longer than 3 m. •...

  • Page 67: Connecting To The Tool Port Of Fp10Sh

    4.1.6 Connecting to the TOOL port of FP10SH (2) Connecting to the TOOL port PLC communication cable: D-SUB 9-pin loose-wire cable (AIP81842) Connecting to the FP10SH COM. port...

  • Page 68: Connecting To The Tool Port Of Fp-M (1) (Direct Connection To Gt01)

    4.1.7 Connecting to the TOOL port of FP-M (1) (Direct Connection to GT01) Connecting to the TOOL port PLC communication cable: Mini-DIN 5-pin loose-wire cable (AIGT8142) Connecting to the FP-M TOOL port Note: • Keep the cable no longer than 3 m. •...

  • Page 69: Connecting To The Tool Port Of Fp-M

    4.1.8 Connecting to the TOOL port of FP-M (2) Connecting to the TOOL port PLC communication cable: Mini-DIN 5-pin loose-wire cable (AIGT8162, AIGT8165, AIGT8160) Connecting to the FP-M TOOL port...

  • Page 70: Connecting To The Com. Port Of Fpσ / Fp0 / Fp-E

    4.1.9 Connecting to the COM. port of FPΣ Σ Σ Σ / FP0 / FP-e Connecting to the FPΣ Σ Σ Σ COM. 1 and COM. 2 cassettes Connecting to the FPΣ Σ Σ Σ COM. port Connecting to the FP0 COM. port Note: •...
  • Page 71 Connecting to the FP-e (RS232C) Connecting to the FP-e (RS485) Reference: <FP-e User’s Manual ARCT1F369> Connecting to the FPΣ Σ Σ Σ COM. 3 cassette FPΣ Σ Σ Σ communication format settings Item Value set COM. port 1 unit number No.

  • Page 72: Connecting To The Com Port Of Fp1 / Fp2Sh / Fp-M

    4.1.10 Connecting to the COM port of FP1 / FP2SH / FP-M Connecting to the COM port PLC communication cable: D-SUB 9-pin loose-wire cable (AIP81842) Connecting to the FP-M COM. port 4-12...

  • Page 73: Connecting To The Com Port Of Fp10Sh

    4.1.11 Connecting to the COM port of FP10SH Connecting to the COM port PLC communication cable: D-SUB 9-pin loose-wire cable (AIP81842) Connecting to the FP10SH COM. port 4-13...

  • Page 74: Connecting To The Fp2 / Fp2Sh Computer Communication Unit

    4.1.12 Connecting to the FP2 / FP2SH Computer Communication Unit PLC communication cable: D-SUB 9-pin loose-wire cable (AIP81842) Connecting to the FP2 computer communication unit (CCU) 4-14...

  • Page 75: Connecting To The Fp10Sh / Fp3 Computer Communication Unit

    4.1.13 Connecting to the FP10SH / FP3 Computer Communication Unit PLC communication cable: D-SUB 9-pin loose-wire cable (AIP81842) Connecting to the FP3 computer communication unit (CCU) 4-15...

  • Page 76: Cautions Regarding Direct Connection Of Gt01 (5V Dc Type) To The Fp Series Tool Port

    4.1.14 Cautions Regarding Direct Connection of GT01 (5V DC type) to the FP Series TOOL Port When directly connecting a GT01 to an FP Series TOOL port, a limit will apply to the number of units that can be expanded due to the capacity of the FP Series power supply. Please proceed in accordance with the information given below.

  • Page 77: How To Make Communication Settings Using The Fpwin Gr And Fpwin Pro

    4.1.15 How to Make Communication Settings Using the FPWIN GR and FPWIN FPWIN GR Please read below to make PLC communication settings using the FPWIN GR. 1. Select “PLC system register setting” from the Option menu (O). 2. The window below will be displayed. Select “Tool port setting”...
  • Page 78 FPWIN Pro To make communication settings in FPWIN Pro in the Project Navigator: PLC→System Register→Tool Port. For details, please refer to the online help. 4-18...

  • Page 79: Automatic Communication Settings Function

    4.1.16 Automatic Communication Settings Function After turning on the power supply, if there is not response from the PLC connected to the GT, the GT switches to the automatic setting mode for the communication conditions. In the automatic setting mode, commands are sent to the PLC while changing the communication conditions in the sequence shown below.

  • Page 80: Through Function

    With the GT series, communication can be set to take place automatically between the COM. port and TOOL ports in a “through function”. When the FP series tool software installed in the computer connected to the GT series as shown below is booted, PLC programs can be edited through the GT series.

  • Page 81: Connecting A Plc By Mitsubishi Electric Corporation

    4.1.18 Connecting a PLC by Mitsubishi Electric Corporation Connecting to the TOOL port of FX series (1) (Direct connection to GT01) PLC communication cable: Mini-DIN 8-pin loose-wire cable (AIGT8152) Tool port connection of GT01 and FX Series Note: • Keep the cable no longer than 2 m •...
  • Page 82 Connecting to the TOOL port of FX series (2) PLC communication cable: Mini-DIN 8-pin loose-wire cable (AIGT8175) Tool port connection of GT01 and FX Series 4-22...
  • Page 83 Setting the communication conditions Setting communication conditions on the GT side Set the COM. port communication conditions as follows. Item Value set Baud rate 9600 bps Data length 7 bits Parity check Yes, even Stop bit 1 bit Usable devices Device type FX1N range No.
  • Page 84 Connecting the FX Series using an adapter (RS232C) Connection method Adaptor Wiring diagram GT series FX1N FX1N-232-BD GT01, GT11 RS232C type FX2N FX2N-232-BD Be aware that communication will not be possible if the above adaptor cannot be connected to the FX series.
  • Page 85 Connecitng the A-series Calculator Link Unit by Mitsubishi Electric Corporation Connection method Calculator link unit Wiring diagram AJ71C24 AF71C24-S3 AJJ71C24-S6 AF71C24-S8 AJ71UC24 (A2N only) A1SJ71C24-R2 A1SJ71UC24-R2 A1SJ A2SH A1SJ71UC24-R2 A1SH A2CCPU24 Link unit on CPU unit Although No. 6 and 7 of the GT11 is RS/CS, they can be used in the above connection. 4-25...
  • Page 86 Setting the communication conditions Setting communication conditions on the GT side Set the COM. port communication conditions as follows. Item Value set PLC unit Baud rate 19200 bps Data length 7 bits Parity check Even Stop bit 1 bit Setting communication conditions on the PLC side Set the communication conditions as follows.

  • Page 87: Connecitng The Proviser Tcmini Series By Toshiba Machine Co., Ltd

    4.1.19 Connecitng the PROVISER Tcmini Series by Toshiba Machine Co., Ltd. Toshiba Machine PROVISER TCmini Series Connection method Setting the communication conditions Recommended GT and PLC communication settings are as follows. GT communication settings (Set with the GTWIN configuration settings) Item Value set Baud rate...

  • Page 88: Connecitng The S7-200 Series By Siemens K. K

    4.1.20 Connecitng the S7-200 Series by Siemens K. K. SIEMENS S7-200 Series Connection method Setting the communication conditions Recommended GT and PLC communication settings are as follows. GT communication settings Communication settings on the PLC side Item Value set Item Value set GT unit No.

  • Page 89: Connecitng A Plc By Modicon

    4.1.21 Connecitng a PLC by Modicon Modicon PLC Connection method Setting the communication conditions Recommended GT and PLC communication settings are as follows. GT communication settings Communication settings on the PLC side Item Value set (Set with the GTWIN configuration settings.) Item Value set Slave address...

  • Page 90: Connecting Plcs By Omron Corporation

    4.1.22 Connecting PLCs by Omron Corporation SYSMAC C Series, α α α α Series, CV Series and CS1 Series Connection method SYSMAC C Series (Using Link I/F) Link I/F Wiring diagram GT series C200H-LK201 Note1) C200H C120-LK201-V1 Note2) Note1) C200H-LK201...
  • Page 91 Link I/F Wiring diagram GT series C20H Link I/F on the CPU C28H Note3) unit C40H C120 C120-LK201-V1 Note2) C120F GT01, GT11 RS232C port on the CQM1-CPU42 RS232C type CPU unit CPM1-C1F01 SRM1-C02 RS232C port on the CPM2A CPU unit...
  • Page 92 SYSMAC α α α α Series (Using Link I/F) Link I/F Wiring diagram GT series C200HX- CPU85-Z CPU64 CPU44 C200HE- C200HW-COM06 CPU42 C200HG- CPU63 CPU43 GT01, GT11 C200HE- RS232C port on the CPU RS232C type CPU42-Z unit C200HX- C200-LK201-V1 CPU64-Z Note) Although No.
  • Page 93 SYSMAC CS1 Series (In case of 1:1) Link I/F Wiring diagram GT series RS232C port on the CPU unit CS1H-CPU67 CS1H-CPU66 CS1H-CPU65 CS1H-CPU64 Peripheral port on the GT01, GT11 CS1H-CPU63 CPU unit Note1) RS232C type CS1G-CPU45 CS1G-CPU44 CS1G-CPU43 CS1G-CPU42 CS1W-SCU21...
  • Page 94 Setting the communication conditions Setting communication conditions on the GT side Set the COM. port communication conditions as follows. Item Value set Baud rate 19200 bps Data length 7 bits Parity check Yes, Even Stop bit 1 bit Setting communication conditions on the PLC side Set the communication conditions as follows.
  • Page 95 For almost all models the PLC communication setting method is as follows. However, differences may arise depending on the model. For details, please consult the manual for the PLC you will use when making the settings. To communicate using the RS232C port of the CPU unit Set the system area as follows.
  • Page 96 Usable devices Device type I/O relay Internal auxiliary relay Analog setting storage area Special auxiliary relay Bit device Data link relay (LR) Auxiliary memory relay (AR) Hold relay (HR) Timer (contact) (TIM) Counter (contact) (CNT) I/O relay Internal auxiliary relay Analog setting storage area Special auxiliary relay Data link relay (LR)

  • Page 97: Connecting A Plc By Yokogawa Electric Corporation

    4.1.23 Connecting a PLC by Yokogawa Electric Corporation FA-M3 Series Connection method Using PC link module PC link module Wiring diagram F3SP21-0N F3SP25-2N F3SP28-3N F3SP28-3S F3SP35-5N F3LC11-1N F3SP38-6N F3LC11-1F F3SP38-6S F3LC12-1F F3SP53-4H F3SP53-4S F3SP58-6H F3SP58-6S F3SP59-7S Direct connection to CPU PC link module Wiring diagram F3SP21-0N...
  • Page 98 Setting the communication conditions Setting communication conditions on the GT side Set the COM. port communication conditions as follows. Item Value set PLC unit No. Baud rate 19200 bps Data bit Parity check None Stop bit 1 bit Setting communication conditions on the PLC side Set the communication conditions as follows.

  • Page 99: Connecting A Sereial Device

    • The maximum cable length for RS232C type is 15 m, also RS422 (5 V) type is 30 m. • The maximum transmission distance is 500 m for the 24 V RS422 type. Reference: <GT Series General-purpose Serial Communication Manual ARCT1F356> 4-39...

  • Page 100: Connecting Gt30 With Plc

    4.2 Connecting GT30 with PLC 4.2.1 Connecting to the FPΣ Σ Σ Σ Connecting to the COM. port FPΣ Σ Σ Σ communication format settings When using COM. port 1 When using COM. port 2 System System Item Value set Item Value set register No.
  • Page 101 Connecting to the TOOL port FPΣ Σ Σ Σ communication format settings System register No. Item Value set TOOL port unit number Modem connection No modem connection Data length 8 bits Parity check Yes, Odd Stop bits 1 bit End code CR (Fixed) Start code No STX (Fixed)

  • Page 102: Connecting To The Fp0

    4.2.2 Connecting to the FP0 Connecting to the COM. port Connecting to the FP0 COM. port Note: • Because loose wiring is used for connection to the FPΣ COM. port, no dedicated cable is available. The cable should be provided by the customer. When purchasing a cable, the following precautions should be observed.
  • Page 103 Connecting to the TOOL port PLC communication cable: Mini-DIN 5-pin loose-wire cable (AIGT8192) Connecting to the FPΣ Σ Σ Σ TOOL port 4-43...

  • Page 104: Connecting To The Fp1

    4.2.3 Connecting to the FP1 Connecting to the COM. port PLC communication cable: D-Sub 9-pin loose-wire cable (AIP81842) Connecting to the FP1 COM. port 4-44...

  • Page 105: Connecting To The Fp2/Fp2Sh

    4.2.4 Connecting to the FP2/FP2SH Connecting to the COM. port PLC communication cable: D-Sub 9-pin loose-wire cable (AIP81842) Connecting to the FP2/FP2SH COM. port 4-45...
  • Page 106 Connecting to the TOOL port PLC communication cable: Mini-DIN 5-pin loose-wire cable (AIGT8192) Connecting to the FP2/FP2SH TOOL port 4-46...

  • Page 107: Connecting To The Fp2/Fp2Sh Computer Communication Unit

    4.2.5 Connecting to the FP2/FP2SH Computer Communication Unit Connecting to the COM. port PLC communication cable: D-Sub 9-pin loose-wire cable (AIP81842) Connecting to the FP2 computer communication unit 4-47...

  • Page 108: Connecting To The Fp10Sh

    4.2.6 Connecting to the FP10SH Connecting to the COM. port PLC communication cable: D-Sub 9-pin loose-wire cable (AIP81842) Connecting to the FP10SH COM. port 4-48...
  • Page 109 Connecting to the TOOL port PLC communication cable: D-Sub 9-pin loose-wire cable (AIP81842) Connecting to the FP10SH TOOL port 4-49...

  • Page 110: Connecting To The Fp10Sh/Fp3 Computer Communication Unit

    4.2.7 Connecting to the FP10SH/FP3 Computer Communication Unit PLC communication cable: D-Sub 9-pin loose-wire cable (AIP81842) Connecting to the FP3 computer communication unit (CCU) 4-50...

  • Page 111: Connecting To The Fp-M

    4.2.8 Connecting to the FP-M Connecting to the COM. port PLC communication cable: D-Sub 9-pin loose-wire cable (AIP81842) Connecting to the FP10SH COM. port 4-51...
  • Page 112 Connecting to the TOOL port PLC communication cable: Mini-DIN 5-pin loose-wire cable (AIGT8192) Connecting to the FP-M TOOL port 4-52...

  • Page 113: Atutomatic Communication Settings Function

    4.2.9 Automatic Communication Settings Function After turning on the power supply, if there is not response from the PLC connected to the GT30, the GT30 switches to the automatic setting mode for the communication conditions. In the automatic setting mode, commands are sent to the PLC while changing the communication conditions in the sequence shown below.

  • Page 114: Through Function

    A = B or A < B, the through function will not work properly. • Restrictions on COM. port connections If the GT series is connected to the COM. port of the PLC, be aware that some functions cannot be used, such as rewriting in the RUN mode in the FPWIN GR.

  • Page 115: Connecitng A Plc By Mitsubishi Electric Corporation

    4.2.11 Connecitng a PLC by Mitsubishi Electric Corporation FX Series Connection method Calculator link unit Wiring diagram GT series FX1N FX1N-232-BD GT30 FX2N FX2N-232-BD Note) Be aware that communication will not be possible if the above adaptor cannot be connected to the FX series.

  • Page 116: Connecting Plcs By Omron Corporation

    4.2.12 Connecting PLCs by Omron Corporation SYSMAC C Series, α α α α Series, CV Series and CS1 Series Connection method SYSMAC C Series (Using Link I/F) Link I/F Wiring diagram GT series C200H-LK201 Note1) C200H Note2) C120-LK201-V1 Note1) C200H-LK201...
  • Page 117 Link I/F Wiring diagram GT series C20H Link I/F on the CPU C28H Note3) unit C40H C120 Note2) C120-LK201-V1 C120F RS232C port on the GT30 CQM1-CPU42 CPU unit CPM1-C1F01 SRM1-C02 RS232C port on the CPM2A CPU unit CPM1-20CDR-A CPM1-C1F01 RS232C port on the...
  • Page 118 SYSMAC α α α α Series (Using Link I/F) Link I/F Wiring diagram GT series C200HX- CPU85-Z CPU64 CPU44 C200HE- C200HW-COM06 CPU42 C200HG- CPU63 CPU43 C200HE- RS232C port on the CPU GT30 CPU42-Z unit C200HX- C200-LK201-V1 CPU64-Z SYSMAC CV Series (Using Link I/F)
  • Page 119 SYSMAC CS1 Series (In case of 1:1) Link I/F Wiring diagram GT series RS232C port on the CPU unit CS1H-CPU67 CS1H-CPU66 CS1H-CPU65 CS1H-CPU64 Peripheral port on the CS1H-CPU63 GT30 CPU unit Note1) CS1G-CPU45 CS1G-CPU44 CS1G-CPU43 CS1G-CPU42 CS1W-SCU21 CS1W-SCB21 CS1W-SCB41 Note1) Connection to the peripheral port requires a CS1W-CN225 or CS1W-CN625 cable.
  • Page 120 Setting the communication conditions Setting communication conditions on the GT side Set the COM. port communication conditions as follows. Item Value set Baud rate 19200 bps Data length 7 bits Parity check Yes, Even Stop bit 1 bit Setting communication conditions on the PLC side Set the communication conditions as follows.
  • Page 121 For almost all models the PLC communication setting method is as follows. However, differences may arise depending on the model. For details, please consult the manual for the PLC you will use when making the settings. To communicate using the RS232C port of the CPU unit Set the system area as follows.

  • Page 122: Connecting A Plc By Yokogawa Electric Corporation

    4.2.13 Connecting a PLC by Yokogawa Electric Corporation FA-M3 Series Connection method Using PC link module PC link module Wiring diagram F3SP21-0N F3SP25-2N F3SP28-3N F3SP28-3S F3SP35-5N F3LC11-1N F3SP38-6N F3LC11-1F F3SP38-6S F3LC12-1F F3SP53-4H F3SP53-4S F3SP58-6H F3SP58-6S F3SP59-7S Direct connection to CPU PC link module Wiring diagram F3SP21-0N...
  • Page 123 Setting the communication conditions Setting communication conditions on the GT side Set the COM. port communication conditions as follows. Item Value set PLC unit No. Baud rate 19200 bps Data bit Parity check None Stop bit 1 bit Setting communication conditions on the PLC side Set the communication conditions as follows.
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  • Page 125: Gt Configuration Settings

    Chapter 5 GT Configuration Settings...

  • Page 126: Gt Configuration Settings

    5.1 GT Configuration Settings Before using the GT for the first time, it must be set up by entering the GT configuration settings indicated below. Always check and enter the settings under “Basic communication area to PLC”. Reference: <Chapter 3 Setup> There are two types of GT configuration settings.

  • Page 127: Entering Configuration Settings From Gtwin Screen Creation Tool

    5.2 Entering Configuration Settings fro m GTWIN Screen Creation Tool This section describes how configuration settings for the GT main unit are entered from GTWIN screen creation tool. Opening the GT Configuration Settings The GT configuration settings are set by selecting [Configuration] on the menu displayed by clicking with the mouse on [File] or pressing the Alt + F keys.
  • Page 128 “Basic Setup” screen (for GT10 and GT30) • Title: The title of the configuration settings file is entered here. Titles are convenient if each GT main unit has its own configuration settings. • PLC Model: The model of PLC specified when GTWIN is booted is displayed here. •...
  • Page 129 Explanation of this function: Standard settings Clicking on the button in the “GT Configuration” dialog box displays the following message. Clicking on [OK] sets the default values (the configuration settings entered when the unit is shipped) for all of the settings. Reference: <3.1 Setup Procedure for the GT>...

  • Page 130: Gt Configuration Settings: "Communication Parameters

    5.2.2 GT Configuration Settings: “Communication Parameters” Clicking on the “Communication Parameers” tab in the “GT Configuration” dialog box displays the following screen. This is where communication parameters for the PLC and personal compuer (GTWIN) connected to the GT main unit are set. “Communication Parameters”...
  • Page 131 Display error code This switches the setting for the error code display used if a communication error occurs. • Off: No error code is displayed if a communication error occurs. • On (Hold): An error code is displayed at the upper right of the screen if a communication error occurs, and continues to be displayed until the power supply is turned off.

  • Page 132: Gt Configuration Settings: "Auto-Paging

    5.2.3 GT Configuration Settings: “Auto-Paging” Clicking on “Auto-Paging” in the “GT Configuration” dialog box displays the screen shown below. Here, settings can be entered for a function that automatically switches the screens displayed on the GT main unit. “Auto-Paging” screen Auto-paging This is used to specify the “Auto-paging function”, which automatically switches the specified screen when a given period of time has elapsed.

  • Page 133: Gt Configuration Settings: "Startup Screen Settings

    5.2.4 GT Configuration Settings: “Startup Screen Settings” Clicking on “Start-up Screen” in the “GT Configuration” dialog box displays the screen shown below. Here, the screen displayed when the GT main unit is booted can be specified. “Start-up Screen” screen This is used to specify the screen that will be displayed when the GT main unit is booted, as well as the time it will be displayed.

  • Page 134: Gt Configuration Settings: "Setup" (For Gt01)

    5.2.5 GT Configuration Settings: “Setup” (For GT01) Clicking on the “Setup” tab in the “GT Configuration” dialog box displays the screen shown below. Here, clock functions, backlight control, and other parameters can be specified. “Setup” screen Clock This is used to specify the reference destination for the clock displayed with the GT01. PLC Clock When the time is displayed, the internal clock in the PLC is used as a reference for the value.
  • Page 135 Backlight control Auto-Off This is used to specify the Auto-Off backlight feature. • Off: The Auto-Off backlight feature is not used. • On: Auto-Off backlight feature is used. This parameter specifies the period of time that the GT01 is inactive before the backlight goes off automatically. If “On”...

  • Page 136: Gt Configuration Settings: "Setup" (For Gt11)

    5.2.6 GT Configuration Settings: “Setup” (For GT11) Clicking on the “Setup” tab in the “GT Configuration” dialog box displays the screen shown below. Here, clock functions, backlight control, and other parameters can be specified. “Setup” screen Clock This is used to specify the reference destination for the clock displayed with the GT11. Select one of the radio buttons.
  • Page 137 Transfer Outside Clock data displayed in the GT11 can be transferred to an external device such as a PLC, using this setting. • Off: The GT11 clock data is not transferred to an external device. • On The GT11 clock data is transferred to an external device. If “On”...
  • Page 138 File Compression This is used to compress the screen data to transfer to the GT11. More screens can be registered using the File Compression. (The switching rate of some screens may get slower. Verify the switching rate trying actually.) • Off: Screen data is not compressed.

  • Page 139: Gt Configuration Settings: "Setup" (For Gt30)

    5.2.7 GT Configuration Settings: “Setup” (For GT30) Clicking on the “Setup” tab in the “GT Configuration” dialog box displays the screen shown below. Here, clock functions, backlight control, and other parameters can be specified. “Setup” screen Clock This is used to specify the reference destination for the clock displayed with the GT30. Select one of the radio buttons.
  • Page 140 Data storage sequence for internal PLC device Address Upper byte Lower byte Top address Minutes data (H00 to H59) Second data (H00 to H59) Top address + 1 Day data (H01 to H31) Hour data (H00 to H23) Top address + 2 Year data (H00 to H99) Month data (H01 to H12) Top address + 3...
  • Page 141 Press Two Touch Switches • Disable: Two points cannot pressed. • Enable: Two pionts can be pressed. 5-17...

  • Page 142: Gt Configuration Settings: "Hold Device Value

    5.2.8 GT Configuration Settings: “Hold Device Value” Clicking on the “Hold PLC Device” tab in the “GT Configuration” dialog box displays the screen shown below. “Hold PLC Device” is a function that enables internal PLC device values to be held on the GT main unit side.
  • Page 143 Hold GT Device “Hold GT Device” is a function that backs up the values for an internal device (GWR or GDT) in the GT main unit. Data register • Don’t hold: The GT internal device hold function is turned off. •...

  • Page 144: Entering Configuration Settings From The Gt01 And Gt11 Main Unit

    5.3 Entering Configuration Settings fro m the GT01 and GT11 Main Unit What is the System Menu? The system menu is a dedicated screen on which configuration settings for the GT main unit are entered. Some of the items that can be specified here can also be set using GTWIN screen creation tool and then sent to the GT main unit, but others, such as the adjustments to the LCD contrast level, can only be set using the system menu.

  • Page 145: Setting Mode: "Communication Parameters" (Com. Port / Tool Port)

    5.3.2 Setting Mode: “Communication Parameters” (COM. Port / TOOL Port) Touching the [Setting] Key on the initial screen of the system menu and then touching the [COM. Port] and [TOOL Port] keys on the setting mode menu displays the communication parameters setting screen. Here, parameters controlling communication between the PLC and personal computer (GTWIN) connected to the GT main unit are specified.
  • Page 146 TOOL port communication parameter settings (GTWIN communication parameter settings) Procedure for bringing up the screen [Initial screen] ↓ [Setting] ↓ [COM. Port] Through function: Through function destination setting (** part) When the through function is being used, this specifies the number of the PLC of the connection. Normally, when used in a 1:1 configuration, this should be set to “00”.

  • Page 147: Setting Mode: "Liquid Crystal Display Contrast Adjustment" (Contrast)

    5.3.3 Setting Mode: “Liquid Crystal Display Contrast Adjustment” (Contrast) Touching [Setting] on the initial screen of the system menu and then the [Contrast] key of the setting mode menu displays the contrast adjustment screen. The contrast of the GT main unit LCD is adjusted here.

  • Page 148: Setting Mode: "Memory Initialization" (Clear Memory)

    5.3.4 Setting Mode: “Memory Initialization” (Clear Memory) Touching [Setting] on the initial screen of the system menu and then the [Memory] key of the setting mode menu displays the memory initialization screen. The internal user memory of the GT main unit is initialized here.

  • Page 149: Setting Mode: "Touch Switch Adjustment" (T. Sw)

    5.3.5 Setting Mode: “Touch Switch Adjustment” (T. SW) Touching [Setting] on the initial screen of the system menu and then the [T. SW] key of the setting mode menu displays the touch switch adjustment screen. The position of the GT main unit touch switch is adjusted here.

  • Page 150: Setting Mode: "Self-Diagnosis" (Test Mode)

    5.3.6 Setting Mode: “Self-Diagnosis” (Test Mode) Touching the [Test] key on the initial screen of the system menu displays the self-diagnosis screen. This is used to run a hardware check of the memory, buzzers, and other elements of the GT main unit. Test mode screen Procedure for bringing up the screen [Initial screen]...

  • Page 151: Inhibiting The System Menu Display

    5.3.7 Inhibiting the System Menu Display In order to prevent unauthorized persons from being able to change GT configuration settings, the GT main unit is set up so that DIP switches can be used to make it impossible to display the system menu. Operation mode setting switches If the second operation mode setting switch is turned on, as shown at the left, access to the system menu is denied.

  • Page 152: Entering Configuration Settings From The Gt30 Main Unit

    5.4 Entering Configuration Settings fro m the GT30 Main Unit What is the System Menu? The system menu is a dedicated screen on which configuration settings for the GT30 are entered. Some of the items that can be specified here can also be set using GTWIN screen creation tool and then sent to the GT30, but others, such as the adjustments to the LCD contrast level, can only be set using the system menu.

  • Page 153: Setting Mode: "Liquid Crystal Display Contrast Adjustment" (Contrast)

    5.4.2 Setting Mode: “Liquid Crystal Display Contrast Adjustment” (Contrast) Touching [Setting] on the initial screen of the system menu and then the [Contrast] key of the setting mode menu displays the contrast adjustment screen. The contrast of the GT30 LCD is adjusted here. Contrast adjustment screen (when using the color type) Procedure for bringing up the screen [Initial screen]...

  • Page 154: Setting Mode: "Clock Settings" (Clock)

    5.4.3 Setting Mode: “Clock Settings” (Clock) Touching [Setting] on the initial screen of the system menu and then the [Clock] key of the setting mode menu displays the clock setting screen. The internal clock of the GT30 is set here. Clock setting screen Procedure for bringing up the screen [Initial screen]...

  • Page 155: Setting Mode: "Communication Parameters" (Tool Port / Com. Port)

    5.4.4 Setting Mode: “Communication Parameters” (TOOL Port / COM. Port) Touch the [Port] key on the initial screen of the system menu to display the communication parameters setting screen. Here, parameters controlling communication between the PLC and personal computer (GTWIN) connected to the GT30 are specified. Port communication parameter settings Procedure for bringing up the screen [Initial screen]...
  • Page 156 Touch panel operation: [Return] To complete the settings and return to the previous screen, touch the [ESC] key. Explanation of this function: TOOL Port communication parameter settings The default values for the TOOL port communication parameter settings are: 9600, 8/1/Odd. COM.

  • Page 157: Setting Mode: "Memory Initialization" (Clear Memory)

    5.4.5 Setting Mode: “Memory Initialization” (Clear Memory) Touching [Setting] on the initial screen of the system menu and then the [Memory] key of the setting mode menu displays the memory initialization screen. The internal user memory of the GT30 is initialized here.

  • Page 158: Setting Mode: "Self-Diagnosis" (Test Menu)

    5.4.6 Setting Mode: “Self-Diagnosis” (Test Menu) The self-diagnosis is run from the initial screen of the system menu. This is used to run a hardware check of the memory, buzzers, and other elements of the GT30. Touch SW & DIP SW This runs an operation check of the touch switches and the DIP switches.

  • Page 159: Inhibiting The System Menu Display

    5.4.7 Inhibiting the System Menu Display In order to prevent unauthorized persons from being able to change GT30 configuration settings, the GT main unit is set up so that DIP switches can be used to make it impossible to display the system menu. Operation mode setting switches If the second operation mode setting switch is turned on, as shown at the left, access to the system menu is denied.
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  • Page 161: How The Various Functions Are Used

    Chapter 6 How the Various Functions Are Used...

  • Page 162: Switching Screens

    6.1 Switching Screens There are three ways to switch screens registered in the GT main unit. 6.1.1 Switching the Screen from the PLC GT main unit screens can be switched from the PLC ladder program, by writing the number of the screen to be displayed in hexadecimal format to the initial word of the word device in the basic communication area.

  • Page 163: Switching The Screen With The Gt Main Unit

    6.1.2 Switching the Screen with the GT Main Unit Using the function switch unit GTWIN has “function switching parts” (FSW0, FSW1, FSW2) in the parts library that can be used to switch screens on the GT main unit. These parts should be arranged on the base screen and assigned the attributes indicated below.
  • Page 164 Using the auto-paging function The GT man unit has an “Auto-paging” function that automatically switches the screen to a specified screen number when a certain period of time has elapsed. This function can be used to switch screens automatically. Reference: <5.2.3 GT Configuration Settings: “Auto-Paging”> Note: If using this function, please be aware that the value of the third word in the basic communication area/word device (the number of the currently displayed screen) changes to that of the new screen...
  • Page 165 Key Point: If the screen does not change as expected If the screen is changed from the PLC, and the GT main unit function switch parts are also used to change the screen (Change Screen operation mode), a case sometimes occurs in which the screen does not change, even though an instruction to change the screen has been issued by the PLC.

  • Page 166: Basic Communication Area To Plc And Bit Device Functions (Gt01)

    6.2 Basic Communication Area to PLC and Bit Device Functions (GT01) Bit device functions In order for communication to be carried out between the GT01 and PLC, an internal device area like that shown below is provided in the PLC. This basic communication area contains two types of devices: word devices, which are used to handle screen numbers and other data, and bit devices, which are used for bit information.

  • Page 167: Basic Communication Area To Plc And Bit Device Functions (Gt11)

    6.3 Basic Communication Area to PLC and Bit Device Functions (GT11) Bit device functions In order for communication to be carried out between the GT11 and PLC, an internal device area like that shown below is provided in the PLC. This basic communication area contains two types of devices: word devices, which are used to handle screen numbers and other data, and bit devices, which are used for bit information.
  • Page 168 Changing the backlight color Bits A and B of the first word of the bit device are used to change the backlight color. The color of the backlight can be changed by turning these bits on and off. To make these settings valid, howeve, Bit D (Backlight Valid flag) must always be turned on at the same time.

  • Page 169: Basic Communication Area To Plc And Bit Device Functions (Gt30)

    6.4 Basic Communication Area to PLC and Bit Device Functions (GT30) Bit device functions In order for communication to be carried out between the GT30 and PLC, an internal device area like that shown below is provided in the PLC. This basic communication area contains two types of devices: word devices, which are used to handle screen numbers and other data, and bit devices, which are used for bit information.
  • Page 170 Changing the backlight color The A and B bits of the initial bit device word are used to turn the backlight on and off. These bits can be changed to change the backlight illumination status. To make these settings valid, however, Bit D (Backlight Valid flag) must always be turned on at the same time.

  • Page 171: Servicing And Maintenance

    Chapter 7 Servicing and Maintenance...

  • Page 172: What The Battery Does (Gt11)

    7.1 What the Battery Does (GT11) Function of the battery Internal GT11 data is backed up in the following ways: Screen data Stored in the F-ROM. GT11 configuration data (No battery backup required) Hold PLC Device data Clock data Stored in the SRAM. GT internal device hold data (Backed up by battery in option card) Alarm history data...

  • Page 173: What The Battery Does (Gt30)

    7.2 What the Battery Does (GT30) Function of the battery Internal GT11 data is backed up in the following ways: Screen data Stored in the F-ROM. GT30 configuration data (No battery backup required) Hold PLC Device data Clock data Stored in the SRAM. GT internal device hold data (Backed up by battery in option card) Alarm history data...

  • Page 174: About The Front Panel Protective Sheet

    7.3 About the Front Panel Protective S heet About the front panel protective sheet Protective sheets are available in order to protect the touch panel surface and to keep it clean. Use the following separately-sold protective sheets if there is a possibility that the touch panel surface will become dirty.

  • Page 175: About The Waterproof Packing

    7.4 About the Waterproof Packing About the waterproof packing If the panel is being detached from the GT main unit and then reattached, the waterproof packing should be replaced, in order to assure that the panel remains waterproof (IP65). Product name Contents Product number Waterproof packings for replacement (set of 10, for GT01)

  • Page 176: Replacing The Backlight (Sold Separately) (Applies Only To Gt30)

    7.5 Replacing the Backlight (Sold Sepa rately) (Applies Only to GT30) About the backlight The average service life of the GT30 backlight is 50,000 hours (at room temperature, normal humidity, and 24 V DC). (“Service life” refers to the period over which the brightness diminishes by half, and does not mean that the backlight no longer lights at all.) If the backlight has become dim, it should be replaced with a replacement backlight (sold separately).

  • Page 177: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 8 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 178: What To Do If Something Unusual Occurs (Gt01 & Gt11)

    8.1 What to DO If Something Unusual Occurs (GT01 & GT11) Problem Cause Solution Related →1.1 Screen is 1) Power is not on. 1) Supply the power supply to unit as per blank 2) (When only lamp and message parts specifications.
  • Page 179 Problem Cause Solution Related →6.1 Screen 1) No screen number has been written to 1) Specify correct screen number. doesn’t the screen setting area (the first word in 2) Refer to [If the screen does not switch the basic communication area word change as expected] in 6.1.2.
  • Page 180 Problem Cause Solution Related Buzzer Bit F of the first word in the basic Set the F bit to OFF on the PLC side. →6.2 sounds communication area bit device is set to (Do not use the basic communication continuously area with ladder programs.) →6.2 Backlight...

  • Page 181: What To Do If Something Unusual Occurs (Gt30)

    8.2 What to DO If Something Unusual O ccurs (GT30) Problem Cause Solution Related →1.1 Screen is 1) Power is not on. 1) Supply 24 V DC power to the unit. blank 2) (When only lamp and message parts 2) Check the address of the substitute are configured to the base screen) Value reference device and the device values →GTWIN...
  • Page 182 Problem Cause Solution Related Screen 1) No screen number has been written to 1) Specify correct screen number. →6.1 doesn’t the screen setting area (the first word in 2) Refer to [If the screen does not switch the basic communication area word change as expected] in 6.1.2.
  • Page 183 Problem Cause Solution Related →6.2 Buzzer Bit F of the first word in the basic Set the F bit to OFF on the PLC side. sounds communication area bit device is set to (Do not use the basic communication continuously area with ladder programs.) →6.2 Backlight...

  • Page 184: Error Codes And How To Handle Them

    8.3 Error Codes and How to Handle Th em 8.3.1 About Error Codes When an error occurs in the GT series, an error code displays at the top right of the screen. There are two types of error codes, GT series error codes and PLC error codes.

  • Page 185: When Connected To A Fp Series Plc

    8.3.3 When Connected to a FP Series PLC Error codes which are sent from the PLC are listed in the table below. For details, refer to the separate [FP3/FP5 C.C.U. Technical Manual]. Code No. Content Cause and solution Data error 1) There is an error in the communication condition settings.

  • Page 186: When Connected To A Plc (Fx Series) Made By Mitsubishi Electric Corporation

    8.3.4 When Connected to a PLC (FX Series) Made by Mitsubishi Electric Corporation Code No. Content Cause and solution Time up error Check the wiring of the connection cable and check for There is no response disconnection. from the PLC. Data error A data error occurred Check for errors in the communication conditions settings.

  • Page 187: Table Of Screen Messages

    8.4 Table of Screen Messages Table of GT main unit screen messages In addition to screen data, the GT main unit also displays the following messages. When transferring data from personal computer to a GT main unit This is displayed when data is being transferred from the computer to the GT main unit. When transferring data from GT main unit to a personal computer This is displayed when data is being transferred from the GT main unit to the computer.
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  • Page 189: Documentation

    Chapter 9 Documentation...

  • Page 190: Bin/Hex/Bcd Code Correspondence Table

    9.1 BIN/HEX/BCD Code Corresponden ce Table Decimal Hexadecimal Binary Binary Coded Decimal 0000 00000000 00000000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0001 00000000 00000001 0000 0000 0000 0001 0002 00000000 00000010 0000 0000 0000 0010 0003 00000000 00000011 0000 0000 0000 0011 0004 00000000 00000100...

  • Page 191: Ascii Code Table

    9.2 ASCII Code Table...

  • Page 192: Cable Specifications

    9.3 Cable Specifications 9.3.1 FP series TOOL Port Connection Cable: Mini-DIN 5-pin Loose Wire (AIGT8142) 9.3.2 Mitsubishi Electric FX series TOOL Port Communication Cable (AIGT8152) 9.3.3 PLC Communication Cable: Mini-DIN 5-pin Loose Wire (AIGT816*)

  • Page 193: Plc Communication Cable: Mini-Din 8-Pin Loose Wire (Aigt8175)

    9.3.4 PLC Communication Cable: Mini-DIN 8-pin Loose Wire (AIGT8175) 9.3.5 PLC Communication Cable: D-SUB 9-pin Loose Wire (AIP81842) 9.3.6 PLC Communication Cable: Mini-DIN 5-pin Loose Wire (AIGT8192)

  • Page 194: Summary Of Features And Compatible Versions

    9.4 Summary of Features and Compati ble Versions The followingtable gives each function with the compatible models and versions. GT01 GT11 GT30 Ture Type fonts Ver. 1.0 and higher Ver. 1.0 and higher Ver. 1.0 and higher Vertical display Ver. 1.1 and higher Ver.

  • Page 195: Terminal Gtwin

    Chapter 10 Terminal GTWIN...

  • Page 196: Precautions Before Using Gtwin

    10.1 Precautions Before Using GTWIN Usage environment and GT main unit models that are supported Confirm the environment in which GTWIN is being used. Applicable environment Windows 95 (OSR (Ver. 2.00.950B) or higher)/98/Me/NT (Ver. 4.0 or higher)/2000/XP Required hard disk capacity: 100 MB or more Recommended CPU: Pentium II 300 MHz or more...

  • Page 197: Special Precautions

    10.1.1 Special Precautions Important note about saving screen data files The following measures should be taken to protect against data loss in the event that screen data files become damaged or missing. Always back up screen data files. Screen data saved in the GT main unit could possibly be destroyed by noise in the system. To protect against such a loss, screen data files which have been created should be backed up and saved in both a personal computer and on a floppy disk.

  • Page 198: Installing Gtwin

    10.2 Installing GTWIN Procedure for installing GTWIN in a personal computer GTWIN is installed in a personal computer using the procedure outlined below. 1. Exit any applications currently running. If there are any applications currently running, exit them. 2. Insert the setup CD. Insert GTWIN setup CD in the CD drive.
  • Page 199 5. A confirmation message is displayed. When the setup program is booted, a confirmation dialog box is displayed. Confirm the contents and click on the [Next] button. To interrupt the installation, click on [Cancel]. 6. Confirm the licensing agreement. The licensing agreement confirmation box is displayed.
  • Page 200 To use the displayed folder name, click on the [Next] button. Note) The displayed name, “NAiS Terminal”, can be used just as it is. To use a different folder name, simply enter that name. 10. The installation process begins.
  • Page 201 11. When this screen is displayed, click on [OK]. When the installation has been completed, a message like that shown here is displayed. Click on [OK]. The application required in order to access the Help function is installed. If this emssage does not appear, reboot the computer as described in step (12).

  • Page 202: Booting Gtwin

    10.3 Booting GTWIN Booting GTWIN Click on the Windows button and then select “Program”, “NaiS Terminal”, and “GTWIN” on the displayed Windows menu, in that order. Selecting the working menu When GTWIN is booted, a startup menu like that shown below is displayed on the screen. Turn on one of the three radio buttons and click on [OK].

  • Page 203: Exiting Gtwin

    10.4 Exiting GTWIN Exiting GTWIN 1. Select [Exit] on the “File” menu. To exit GTWIN, select “Exit” on the “File” menu. 2. Save the file. If screen data has been edited but has not yet been saved, a message like that shown below is displayed on the screen.

  • Page 204: Procedures For Using Gtwin

    If you are using GTWIN for the first time, follow the procedure outlined below. 1. Boot GTWIN. Click on the menu items in the following sequence: “Start Menu”→”Programs” →”NaiS Terminal” →”GTWIN” →”GTWIN”. This boots GTWIN and displays a dialog box where the job can be selected.
  • Page 205 6. Create the text and graphics for the screen. To create text and graphics on a base screen, use the “Toolbox” under the tool bar. Writing text Clicking on the [Text] button in the toolbox changes the mouse pointer to an “I” mark, enabling text input at any desired point on the base screen.
  • Page 206 10. Print the screen contents. • Clicking on “File” on the menu bar and then on “Print” displays a dialog box where the screen file can be printed. • Clicking on “File” on the menu bar and then on “Print Pattern” displays a dialog box where the print pattern can be specified.
  • Page 207 Record of changes Manual No. Date Desceiption of changes ARCT1F398E Nov.2004 First edition...
  • Page 208 Automation Controls Company K Head Office: 1048, Kadoma, Kadoma-shi, Osaka 571-8686, Japan K Telephone: +81-6-6908-1050 K Facsimile: +81-6-6908-5781 http://www.nais-e.com/ All Rights Reserved © 2004 COPYRIGHT Matsushita Electric Works, Ltd. ARCT1F398E 200411 Specifications are subject to change without notice. Printed in Japan.

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