I/O Remote Settings - Epson RC420 Manual

8. I/O Remote Settings

This section describes the functions and timings of input and output signals.
The remote functions may be assigned to your standard or expansion I/O board(s) to
enhance robot control - either from an operational unit of your choice or a sequencer.
The user defines the I/O number that a remote function is assigned to using software
configuration.
Configuration in the chapter, Remote Control in EPSON RC+ User's Guide.
For details about I/O cable connection, refer to sections on Setup & Operation 6.
STANDARD I/O Connector, and Setup & Operation 7. Expansion I/O Board - Optional
in this manual.
For details about communication with external equipment, refer to the chapter, Remote
Control in EPSON RC+ User's Guide.
■ When using remote I/O, always make sure of the following. Using the robot
system under unsatisfactory conditions may cause malfunction of the system
and/or safety problems.
- Assign remote functions to inputs/outputs correctly and wire correctly when
setting up remote I/O signals.
- Make sure that the functions correspond to the correct input/output signals
before turning ON the system.
CAUTION
- When verifying the robot system operation, prepare for failures with initial
settings or wiring. If the Manipulator functions unusually by the failures with
initial settings or wiring, press the Emergency Stop switch immediately to
stop the Manipulator.
NOTE
When you set up a remote I/O signal, please either keep a written record of the settings or
store the data in a file for later reference.
RC420 Rev.9
Setup & Operation 8. I/O Remote Settings
For further details, refer to the section, Remote Control Software
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