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  • Page 1 GP-2300/2301 Series User Manual Digital Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 2 Preface Thank you for purchasing the Pro-face GP-2300/2301 Series programmable operator interface (hereafter referred to as the "GP unit"). This GP unit, with its expanded functionality and improved overall performance, is an upgrade of Pro-face's previous GP series panels. GP-2300/2301 Series units allow you to use the Ethernet (GP-2300 Series only) and CF Card features with- out attaching separately sold expansion units.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Preface Table of Contents Preface ......................... 1 Table of Contents ....................... 2 Essential Safety Precautions ..................6 General Safety Precautions ................... 10 GP-2300/2301 Series Model Names ..............12 Package Contents ....................12 UL/c-UL Application Notes ..................13 CE Marking Notes....................13 Revision Information ....................

  • Page 4: Preface

    Preface Dimensions ....................2-12 2.5.1 GP-2300/2301 Series External Dimensions......... 2-12 2.5.2 Panel Cut Dimensions ..............2-13 2.5.3 Installation Fasteners..............2-14 CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION AND WIRING Installation ....................3-1 3.1.1 Installation Procedures ..............3-1 Wiring Precautions ................... 3-6 3.2.1 Connecting the Power Cord ............3-6 3.2.2 Connecting the Power Supply ............
  • Page 5 Preface CHAPTER 6 INITIALIZING THE GP Initialization Screen ................. 6-1 Initialization Items ................... 6-2 System Environment Setup ..............6-3 6.3.1 System Setup .................. 6-3 6.3.2 System Area Setup ................. 6-4 6.3.3 Global Window Setup ..............6-6 6.3.4 Character String Data Setup ............6-7 Set Up I/O ....................
  • Page 6 Preface CHAPTER 7 RUN MODE AND ERRORS RUN Mode ....................7-1 7.1.1 After Connecting the Power Cord ..........7-1 7.1.2 Via OFFLINE Mode ..............7-2 Self-Diagnosis..................... 7-3 7.2.1 Self-Diagnosis Item List ..............7-3 7.2.2 Self-Diagnosis - Details ............... 7-4 Troubleshooting ..................7-7 7.3.1 Possible Types of Trouble ..............

  • Page 7: Essential Safety Precautions

    Preface Essential Safety Precautions This manual includes procedures that must be followed to operate the GP cor- rectly and safely. Be sure to read this manual and any related materials thoroughly to understand the correct operation and functions of this unit. Safety Icons Throughout this manual the following icons are provided next to GP operation procedures requiring special attention, and provide essential safety information.
  • Page 8 Preface WARNINGS • Do not create switches used to control machine safety operations, such as an emergency stop switch, or a GP touch screen icon. Be sure to install these switches as separate hardware switches, otherwise severe bodily injury or equipment damage can occur. •...
  • Page 9 Preface WARNINGS Battery Replacement • The GP uses a lithium battery for backing up its internal clock data. If the battery is incorrectly replaced, the bat- tery may explode. To prevent this, please do not replace the battery yourself. When the battery needs to be re- placed, please contact your local GP distributor.
  • Page 10 Preface CAUTIONS Wiring • Ground the GP's FG line separately from other units’ FG lines. Putting these FG lines too close may cause an elec- tric shock or unit malfunction. Be sure to use a grounding resistance of 100Ω Ω Ω Ω Ω or less and a 2mm or thicker wire, or your country’s applicable standard.

  • Page 11: General Safety Precautions

    Preface General Safety Precautions About the Operation Environment • Do not strike the touch panel with a hard or pointed object, or press on the touch panel with too much force, since it may damage the touch panel or the display. •...
  • Page 12 Preface About the Screen Data • Due to the possibility of unexpected accidents, be sure to back up the GP’s screen data regularly. About the GP's Display Panel • The GP's currently displayed data, its voltage and brightness set- ting each affect the intensity of Contouring. (i.e, when some parts of the screen are brighter than others, creating a wavelike pattern) •...

  • Page 13: Gp-2300/2301 Series Model Names

    Preface GP-2300/2301 Series Model Names The GP-2300/2301 Series refers to the following GP model numbers: GP Type in Model Series Model Type Comments Screen Creation Name Software GP-2300L GP2300-LG41-24V GP2300L GP-2300 GP-2300S GP2300-SC41-24V GP2300S Series UL/cUL GP-2300T GP2300-TC41-24V GP2300 GP2000 Approved GP-2301L GP2301-LG41-24V...

  • Page 14: Ul/C-Ul Application Notes

    Preface UL/c-UL Application Notes The GP2300-LG41-24V/GP2300-SC41-24V/GP2300-TC41-24V/GP2301- LG41-24V/GP2301-SC41-24V/GP2301-TC41-24V units are UL/c-UL recog- nized components. UL file no. E171486 When applying for UL approval for a product that includes one of these GP units, please be sure to pay special attention to the fact that all products with built-in GP units require UL inspection of the combination of the GP and the product.

  • Page 15: Revision Information

    Preface Revision Information Use the metallic label attached to the rear of the GP to identify your unit’s revision code. This code is at the bottom of the label, to the right of “REV”. Inthis ex- ample, the asterisk mark (*) is in the “D” position, which means this unit’s revison code is “D”.

  • Page 16: Chapter 1 Introduction

    1. Prior to Operating the GP 2. System Design Chapter 3. Accessories 1 Introduction Prior to Operating the GP Be sure to follow these steps when creating projects for the GP unit. 1 Preparation Before using the GP, check that all required hardware is present and read all specification, wiring, and installation information.

  • Page 17: System Design

    Chapter 1 - Introduction System Design 1.2.1 GP-2300 Series System Design The following diagram represents the standard items connected to the GP-2300 Series unit. GP RUN Mode Peripherals RUN Mode Edit Mode To an Ethernet Network GP Unit Printer Printer Cable (Commercial type) PSM-PRCB00 When using the Internal 2-Port feature...
  • Page 18 Chapter 1 - Introduction GP Edit Mode Peripherals To an Ethernet Network GP Unit GP-PRO/PBIII Data Transfer Personal Cable for Windows Computer *5 GPW-CB02 software CF Card CA3-CFCALL/64MB-01 CA3-CFCALL/128MB-01 CA3-CFCALL/256MB-01 CA3-CFCALL/512MB-01 GP Interfaces PLC Interfaces (1) Ethernet (7) RS-232C Port (2) Printer (8) RS-422 Port (3) Tool Connector...

  • Page 19: Gp-2301 Series System Design

    Chapter 1 - Introduction 1.2.2 GP-2301 Series System Design The following diagram represents the standard items connected to the GP-2301 Series unit. GP RUN Mode Peripherals RUN Mode Edit Mode GP Unit When using the Internal 2-Port feature Data Transfer Mitsubishi GPP Software *1 Cable...
  • Page 20 Chapter 1 - Introduction GP Edit Mode Peripherals GP Unit Data Transfer GP-PRO/PBIII Cable Personal for Windows Computer *4 GPW-CB02 software CF Card CA3-CFCALL/64MB-01 CA3-CFCALL/128MB-01 CA3-CFCALL/256MB-01 CA3-CFCALL/512MB-01 GP Interfaces PLC Interfaces (1) Tool Connector (4) RS-232C Port (2) CF Card (5) RS-422 Port (3) Serial Interface (6) Programming Port...
  • Page 21 Chapter 1 - Introduction Recommended Units The following tables list I/O devices that have been confirmed to be compatible with the GP. If you connect a device other than those listed below, be sure to confirm that the connection functions correctly using an actual unit. Recommended units are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 22 Chapter 1 - Introduction Bar Code Readers (Connected to Expansion Serial Interface) GP-2300 Series Only Manufacturer Model Type Remarks BR-730RS Battery powered Aimex BR-530RS Requires separately Corporation sold BB-60 for power. BW-665RS Touch Scanner (Read Width: 65mm) OPT-1125-RS232C(D02) Touch Scanner (Read Width: 60mm) Requires separately sold OPT Electronics DC5300T for power.

  • Page 23: Accessories

    Chapter 1 - Introduction Accessories All optional equipment listed here is produced by Digital Electronics Corporation. Available Software Product Name Model No. Description Software to be used to create the GP's GP-PROPB III C-Package02 GPPRO-CNT01W-P02 screen data. Installed in a personal (GP-PRO/PB III for Windows computer.
  • Page 24 Chapter 1 - Introduction CF Card Items Product Name Model No. Description CA3-CFCALL/64MB-01 GP Series CF Card (64MB) CA3-CFCALL/128MB-01 GP Series CF Card (128MB) CF Cards CA3-CFCALL/256MB-01 GP Series CF Card (256MB) CA3-CFCALL/512MB-01 GP Series CF Card (512MB) GP077-CFAD10 CF Card Adapter for the PCMCIA Slot. CF Card Adaptor Screen Protection Product Name...
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  • Page 26: Chapter 2 Specifications

    1. General Specifications 4. Part Names and Functions Chapter 2. Functional Specifications 5. Dimensions 3. Interface Specifications 2 Specifications General Specifications 2.1.1 Electrical DC 24V Rated Voltage DC19.2V to 28.8V Rated Voltage Range 10ms or less Allowable Voltage Drop 22W or less Power Consumption 30A or less In-Rush Current...

  • Page 27: Environmental

    Chapter 2 - Specifications 2.1.2 Environmental Ambient Operating Temperature C to +50 (Cabinet Interior) (Panel Face) C to +60 Storage Temperature 10%RH to 90%RH Operating Humidity (Non condensing, wet bulb temperature: 39 C or less) 10%RH to 90%RH Storage Humidity (Non condensing, wet bulb temperature: 39 C or less) Atmosheric Endurance...

  • Page 28: Functional Specifications

    Chapter 2 - Specifications Functional Specifications 2.2.1 Display GP2300-LG41-24V GP2300-SC41-24V GP2300-TC41-24V GP2301-LG41-24V GP2301-SC41-24V GP2301-TC41-24V Monochrome LCD ST N type color LCD TFT type color LCD Type 320 x 240pixels Resolution Effective Display W115.2mm [4.54in.] x H86.4mm [3.40in.] Area Black and White, 2 levels of gray/ 256/No blink Black and White,...

  • Page 29: Memory

    Chapter 2 - Specifications 2.2.2 Memory GP-2300 Series GP-2301 Series 2MB FLASH EPROM 1MB FLASH EPROM [Approx. 640 screens at [Approx. 320 screens at Application 3.2KB/screen] 3.2KB/screen] 256KB SRAM 128KB SRAM Data Backup [uses a rechargeable lithium battery] A Lithium battery's lifetime is: 10 years when the battery's ambient temperature is 40 C or less.

  • Page 30: Interfaces

    Chapter 2 - Specifications 2.2.4 Interfaces GP-2300 Series Asynchronous T ransmission : RS-232C/RS-422, Data Length: 7 or 8 bits, Stop Bit: 1 or 2 bits, Parity: None, Odd or Even, Data Transmission Serial Interface Speed: 2,400bps to 115,200bps Asynchronous T ransmission : RS-232C, Data Length: 7 or 8 bits, Stop Expansion Serial Bit: 1 or 2 bits, Parity: None, Odd or Even, Data T ransmission Speed: Interface...

  • Page 31: Interface Specifications

    Chapter 2 - Specifications Interface Specifications 2.3.1 Serial Interfaces This interface can be either RS-232C or RS-422. Connects GP to Host/PLC. (Socket- Type Connector) Pin Assignments Pin # Signal Name Condition Frame ground Send data (RS-232C) Receive data (RS-232C) Request send (RS-232C) Clear send (RS-232C) Data Set Ready (RS-232C) Signal ground...

  • Page 32: Expansion Serial Interface

    Chapter 2 - Specifications When creating your own cable, follow the instructions listed below: <With RS-422> • The following pairs of pin #'s must be connected to each other. #18 (CSB) <—> #19 (ERB) #21 (CSA) <—> #22 (ERA) • When connecting the RS-422 cable and the #9 (TRMX) and #10 (RDA) points, a termination resistance of 100Ω...

  • Page 33: Printer Interface

    Chapter 2 - Specifications 2.3.3 Printer Interface When connecting a printer, use Digital’s printer cable (PSM-PRCB00). The GP-2301 Series units are not equipped with this interface. Pin Assignments Pin # Signal Name Condition Ground RESERVE Reserved PDB5 Data Signal PDB4 Data Signal PDB3 Data Signal...

  • Page 34: Part Names And Functions

    Chapter 2 - Specifications Part Names and Functions A: Display Panel The GP monitor screen displays the screen setup and corresponding host (PLC) data. GP2300-LG41-24V ..Monochrome LCD GP2300-SC41-24V ..STN Color LCD GP2300-TC41-24V ..TFT Color LCD GP2301-LG41-24V ..Monochrome LCD GP2301-SC41-24V ..
  • Page 35 Chapter 2 - Specifications H: CF Card Slot Insert the CF Card in this slot. I: DIP Switches The following chart explains the GP2300/ 2301 units’ DIP switch parameters. Bottom Dip Switch Function Note This Dip switch Startup from Startup from CF Card with setting controls CF Card is...
  • Page 36 Chapter 2 - Specifications J: Expansion Serial Interface (COM2) Uses Dsub9 pin’s RS-232C cable. (GP-2300 Series units only.) K: Printer Interface (PRINT) Connect the printer cable here. Recom- mended cable: Digital Electronic Corporation PSM-PRCB00 Cable. (GP-2300 Series units only.) Left (GP-2300 Series Unit) L: Ethernet Interface (10BASE-T) The LED will change (turn ON, blink) ac-...

  • Page 37: Dimensions

    Chapter 2 - Specifications Dimensions 2.5.1 GP-2300/2301 Series External Dimensions Unit: mm [in.] 155.5 [6.12] Right Front 60 [2.36] 171 [6.73] 5 [0.2] The following drawing shows the GP-2300 Series unit with installation fasteners. Unit: mm [in.] 126 [4.96] 63 [2.48] Right Front 60 [2.36]...

  • Page 38: Panel Cut Dimensions

    Chapter 2 - Specifications The following drawing shows the GP-2300 Series unit with cables. Unit: mm [in.] 24 [0.94] 61 [2.40] 9 [0.35] 35 [1.38] Left Back 58 [2.28] The dimensions given here are for the cables in the following chart. Use the values for reference when designing the enclosure for the GP.

  • Page 39: Installation Fasteners

    Chapter 2 - Specifications 2.5.3 Installation Fasteners Unit: mm [in.] 16 [0.63] 31 [1.22] 19.5 [0.77] 2-14 GP-2300/2301 Series User Manual...

  • Page 40: Chapter 3 Installation And Wiring

    1. Installation 4. Ethernet Cable Connector 2. Wiring Precautions 5. CF Card Insertion and Removal Chapter 3. Tool Connector 3 Installation and Wiring Installation 3.1.1 Installation Procedures Follow the steps given below when installing the GP. Check the Installation Gasket’s Seating It is strongly recommended that you use the installation gasket, since it absorbs vibration in addition to repelling water.
  • Page 41 Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring Creating a Panel Cut Create the correct sized opening required to install the GP, using the installation dimen- sions given. 2.5.2 Panel Cut Dimensions The installation gasket, installation brackets and attachment screws are all required when installing the GP.
  • Page 42 Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring • Be sure that the ambient operation temperature and the ambient hu- midity are within their designated ranges. (When installing the GP in a cabinet or enclosure, the term “ambient operation temperature” indi- cates the cabinet or enclosure’s internal temperature. Outside Inside Cabinet...
  • Page 43 Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring Installing the GP 1) Insert the GP into the panel cut out, as shown here. 2) Insert the installation fasteners into the GP’s insertion slots, at the top and bottom of the unit. (total: 4 slots) Slots Installation Panel Hook...
  • Page 44 Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring 4) Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten each fastener screw and secure the GP in place. A torque of only 0.5 N•m is sufficient to tighten these screws. Do not use too much force, since it may damage the GP unit. GP-2300/2301 Series User Manual...

  • Page 45: Wiring Precautions

    Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring Wiring Precautions 3.2.1 Connecting the Power Cord WARNINGS • To avoid an electric shock, be sure the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet when connecting the power terminals to the GP unit. •...
  • Page 46 Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring Connecting the Power Supply Terminals Power Terminal Block Positive Line Negative Line – Grounding T erminal connected to the GP chassis 1) Be sure that the GP's power cord is not plugged in to the power supply. 2) Remove the Terminal Strip's clear plastic cover.

  • Page 47: Connecting The Power Supply

    Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring 3.2.2 Connecting the Power Supply Main • When supplying power to the GP Power Power unit, please separate the input/output and operation unit lines, as shown. GP Unit • To increase the noise resistance quality of the power cable, simply Input/Output twist each power wire before...

  • Page 48: Grounding

    Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring 3.2.3 Grounding CAUTION Do not use common grounding, since it can lead to an accident or machine breakdown. (a) Exclusive Grounding (BEST) Connect the FG terminal found at the back of the GP to an exclusive ground. [diagram (a)]. Other GP Unit Equipment...

  • Page 49: Tool Connector

    Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring Tool Connector The GP's Data Transfer Cable, Memory Loader, or the Bar Code Reader can be attached to the GP unit’s Tool Connector. WARNING To prevent an electric shock, unplug the GP unit's power cord from the main power supply prior to attaching or detaching any connector(s) to or from the GP.

  • Page 50: Cf Card Insertion And Removal

    Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring CF Card Insertion and Removal CAUTIONS When using the GP Unit and a CF Card, follow the precau- tions below: • Prior to inserting or removing a CF Card, be sure to turn the GP unit’s CF Card ACCESS switch OFF and to confirm that the ACCESS lamp is not lit.
  • Page 51 Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring Inserting the CF Card Use the following steps to insert the CF Card in the GP. 1) Open the CF Card Cover upward. 2) Insert the CF Card in the CF Card Slot, until the eject button is pushed forward.

  • Page 52: Cf Card Handling

    Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring Removing the CF Card Simply reverse the steps shown in the previous “Inserting CF Card” explanation. Prior to depressing the eject button to remove the CF Card, confirm that the CF Card Access LED is turned OFF.
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  • Page 54: Chapter 4 Data Transfer

    1. Serial Data Transfer Chapter 2. Ethernet Data Transfer 3. CF Memory Loader Tool 4 Data Transfer This chapter explains following three (3) methods of transferring data created with the GP screen creation software to or from the GP. • Transfer data via the data transfer cable to or from your GP. •...
  • Page 55 Chapter 4 - Data Transfer Transfer screen data from your PC, via the GP screen creation software. For details about the GP screen creation software, refer to GP-PRO/ PBIII for Windows Operation Manual (included in the GP screen editor software) To Transfer Data to a Completely New GP Connect the GP to your PC via the data transfer cable, and then turn the GP ON.
  • Page 56 Chapter 4 - Data Transfer Do NOT disconnect the GP’s power supply, turn OFF the PC, or discon- nect the GP’s transfer cable during the data transfer. If you do, an error may occur when the GP is started. If the GP screen creation software’s “GP SYSTEM SETTINGS” data is trans- ferred to the GP, the OFFLINE mode “INITIAL SETTINGS”...

  • Page 57: Ethernet Data Transfer

    Chapter 4 - Data Transfer Ethernet Data Transfer The GP-2300 Series units are equipped with the Ethernet I/F which allows you to set up the GP via an Ethernet network, as well as transfer GP screen data. (The GP-2301 Series units are not equipped with the Ethernet I/F.) When using the Ethernet communication protocol, you must specify the port number for the protocol as +10 or higher than the value specified in this section.
  • Page 58 Chapter 4 - Data Transfer When transferring data using the GP setup is completed How to manually set an IP address and transfer data Set an IP address in the OFFLINE mode “INITIAL SETTING / OPERATING ENVIRONMENT SETTING / EXTENSION SETTING / ETHERNET INFOR- MATION SETTING”.

  • Page 59: Checking The Ip Address

    Chapter 4 - Data Transfer 4.2.1 Checking the IP Address Use the following procedure to check the IP Address assigned to the GP and some consideration/precautions. 1) Display the menu bar. For instructions on how to display the menu bar, 6.4.3 Set Up Touch Panel 2) Click on the left-side 1/3 cell of the menu bar to display the next...

  • Page 60: Cf Memory Loader Tool

    Chapter 4 - Data Transfer CF Memory Loader Tool The GP2300/2301 allow you to use the CF Memory Loader Tool in the CF Card to set up the GP, transfer screen data, and upload GP internal data to its internal CF Card. •...

  • Page 61: Data Upload And Download

    Chapter 4 - Data Transfer 4.3.1 Data Upload and Download When the Memory Loader Tool program starts, the following screen will appear. UPLOAD (From GP to CF Card) This feature is for saving all GP internal data (i.e. system program, communication protocol, expansion program, screen data and Backup SRAM data) in the CF Card as backup data.

  • Page 62: Chapter 5 Offline Mode

    1. Entering OFFLINE Mode 2. OFFLINE Mode Main Menu Chapter 3. Initialization 4. Self-Diagnosis 5 OFFLINE Mode OFFLINE Mode provides access to the Initialize, Self-Diagnosis, and other features built into the GP. Before you can use any of these features, however, you will need to change the GP to OFFLINE mode.

  • Page 63: From The Menu Bar

    Chapter 5 - OFFLINE Mode 5.1.2 From the Menu Bar From the GP unit’s Menu Bar, touch the OFFLINE square and the OFFLINE mode Main Menu will appear. For instructions on how to call up the Menu Bar, refer to 6.4.3 “Set Up Touch Panel”...

  • Page 64: Offline Mode Main Menu

    Chapter 5 - OFFLINE Mode OFFLINE Mode Main Menu Each menu item shown below has different settings that must be set to match the corresponding PLC in order for the GP to communicate properly. Entering OFFLINE mode calls up the following screen. Select the desired menu item by touching the corresponding screen item bar.

  • Page 65: Initialization

    Chapter 5 - OFFLINE Mode Initialization Selecting A Menu Touch the menu item, or input field to select it. Entering Numbers After selecting an input field by touching it, use the numeric touch keys located at the bottom of the screen to enter numeric values. After inputting each value, touch the [SET] key to define the value.
  • Page 66 Chapter 5 - OFFLINE Mode After All Setting Data is Entered Touch the top-right [SET] button. If you wish to exit the screen without saving the changes, touch the CANCEL button. • Press the [SET] key to write the Setup conditions onto the Internal FEPROM, which may take some time, causing a delay in returning to the previous screen.

  • Page 67: Self-Diagnosis

    Chapter 5 - OFFLINE Mode Self-Diagnosis Selecting a Sub-Display Touch the desired the menu item and that sub-display will appear. [SET], [ESC] Keys After selecting the Self Diagnosis item, the [SET], and [ESC] keys may appear at different times at the top of the screen. [SET] Key When this key is pressed, your selected Self-Diagnosis test begins.
  • Page 68 Chapter 5 - OFFLINE Mode After Check—To Return To SELF-DIAGNOSIS MENU When OK displays, Pressing once anywhere on the display screen returns you to the SELF-DIAGNOSIS MENU. When an Error Message displays When an error message appears on the display screen, touch the bottom two corners of the panel (1, 2) to return to the SELF-DIAGNOSIS MENU.
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  • Page 70: Chapter 6 Initializing The Gp

    1. Initialization Screen 6. Initialize Internal Memory 2. Initialization Items 7. Set Up Time 3. System Environment Setup 8. Set Up Screen 4. Set Up I/O 9. Font Setting Chapter 5. PLC Setup 6 Initializing the GP Initialization Screen Occasionally, you may want to change your GP's general operation settings. The settings used for this are found in the INITIALIZE option in the GP OFFLINE mode's MAIN MENU.

  • Page 71: Initialization Items

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP Initialization Items This chapter explains the contents of the Initialize setup items listed below. For informa- tion about screen operations and numeric input. Chapter 5, "OFFLINE Mode" The INITIALIZE menu includes the following items. SYSTEM INITIALIZE MEMORY ENVIRONMENT...

  • Page 72: System Environment Setup

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP System Environment Setup These settings allow you to adjust the GP's operation environment. SYSTEM ENVI- RONMENT SETUP includes the SYSTEM SETUP, SYSTEM DATA AREA, GLOBAL WINDOW SETUP, and CHARACTER STRING DATA SETUP screens. 6.3.1 System Setup STAND-BY MODE TIME [MIN] To extend the life of the GP's backlight, the GP is equipped with a screen saver function that automatically turns the unit's backlight(s) OFF when no operations have occurred...

  • Page 73: System Area Setup

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP DATA TYPE OF SCREEN NO. This setup controls whether BIN or BCD format numbers are used when making screen changes. Screen numbers 1 to 8999 are available for binary format; screen numbers 1 to 1999 are available for BCD format. 6.3.2 System Area Setup SYSTEM AREA SETUP is necessary for the PLC to control its GP-related data, and prepares the PLC internal Data Memory (DM) and Data Register (D)
  • Page 74 Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP ber", "Error Status", "Clock Data (Current)", When these five items, "Current Screen Num "Change Screen Number", and "Display ON/Off", have been selected, word addresses are assigned to each item, in order, as shown here. The System DataArea selection process follows this formula [System Data Start Ad- dress + n].

  • Page 75: Global Window Setup

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.3.3 Global Window Setup The GP unit can display three screens at any one time, one Global Window and two Local Windows. The Global Window is common to all the display screens. The Local Window displays exclusively on the corresponding base screen.

  • Page 76: Character String Data Setup

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.3.4 Character String Data Setup Character String Data ordering varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Setup the Character String Data order here to match the corresponding PLC. Setup the CHARACTER STRING DATA MODE to match the PLC type. Device type and Tag settings are unavailable.
  • Page 77 Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP I) Data Device Storage Order E.g. Characters "A B C D E F G H" • Storage from Start Data • Storage from End Data D100 D100 D101 D101 D102 D102 D103 D103 II) Word Byte LH/HL Order E.g.
  • Page 78 Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP III) Double-word Word LH/HL Order E.g. Characters "A B C D E F G H I J" • 16 bit Device LH Order • 16 bit Device HL Order D100 D100 D101 D101 D102 D102 D103 D103...

  • Page 79: Set Up I/O

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP Set Up I/O This section describes the communication setup with the Host (PLC) and the setup for any peripheral equipment. The SET UP I/O menu includes the SET UP SIO, COM- MUNICATION SETUP, SETUP I/O, DISPLAY SETUP, PRINTER SETUP, EX- PANSION SERIAL SETUP, EXPANSION SERIAL ENVIRONMENT SETUP, SET UP CAPTURE OPERATION, FUNCTION SETUP and COMMUNICATION PORT SET UP menus.
  • Page 80 Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP CONTROL Data flow CONTROL prevents the overflow of data sent back and forth. Select either X-CNTRL or ER-CONTRL. COMMUNICATION INTERFACE Select one of the following options for the communication format: RS-232C, RS-422 (4 line), or RS-422 (2 line). •...

  • Page 81: Communication Setup

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.4.2 Communication Setup RECEIVE TIMEOUT (1-127) Sets the value used for the data reception timeout (PLC - GP). If the cable is not connected, data communication will Timeout in one second, regard- less of this setting's value. The default is "10" seconds. If you transfer screens when a PLC communication error has occurred and the error is not yet cleared, and the RECEIVE TIMEOUT value is set to 30 seconds or more, an error message may appear on your personal computer.

  • Page 82: Set Up Touch Panel

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.4.3 Set Up Touch Panel Touch operation and Force Reset setup, and Display Device adjustments are made here. There may be diffrences on these settings depending of the GP type. GP-2300L/GP-2301L Setup Screen GP-2300S/GP-2300T/GP-2301S/GP-2301T Setup Screen TOUCH OPERATION MODE Designates either One Point, Two Point or No Slide.
  • Page 83 Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP CONTRAST ADJUSTMENT When this option is set ON, CONTRAST ADJUSTMENTs can be made through touch input. (The GP-2300T/GP-2301T unit is not equipped with CONTRAST AD- JUSTMENT feature.) Be sure to press the GP corners in the order shown. If only corner (2) is pressed OFFLINE mode will start.
  • Page 84 Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP SET UP LCD (GP-2300L/GP-2301L only) To reverse the screen display colors, touch SET UP LCD on the SET UP I/O screen to change the setting from "NORMAL" to "REVERSE", and then touch the "SET" key. The display color will be reversed and the previous screen will reappear.

  • Page 85: Display Setup

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.4.4 Display Setup The GPs screen may flicker, or there may be shadows appearing on extended display lines on the LCD surface. In the case where the GPs ambient temperature becomes high, and its current brightness level is set to low, this effect may be more pronounced. This phenom- enon is however, a common attribute of LCDs and is not a defect.

  • Page 86: Set Up Printer

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.4.5 Set Up Printer This setting is used to designate the type of printer that will be connected to the GP. (Only GP-2300 Series units.) GP-2300L Setup Screen GP-2300S/2300T Setup Screen PRINTER TYPE Printers that are compatible with NECPC-PR201/PL , EPSON ESC/P24-J84(C), HP Laser Jet PCL 4 commands, EPSON PM/Stylus (6-color ink) and EPSON Stylus (4- color ink) printers can be used.
  • Page 87 Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP EPSON PM Series / EPSON Stylus Series Restrictions for using EPSON PM / EPSON Stylus Series printers • When printing using an EPSON PM/Stylus (6-color) or an EPSON Stylus (4-color) printer, GP screen updating (tag processing, etc.) will be slower. •...

  • Page 88: Expansion Serial Setup

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.4.6 Expansion Serial Setup The following explains the setup for communicating with a device connected to the Expansion Serial Interface. This setup screen will not display unless the communication protocol for the Expansion Serial Interface (specified with “SET UP EXPANSION SIO”...

  • Page 89: Expansion Serial Environment Setup

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.4.7 Expansion Serial Environment Setup The following setting varies depending on the communication protocol for the Expansion Serial Interface being transferred. This section explains the case where “SERIAL CODE READER(LS)” is transferred. Use this setting when a serial code reader is connected to the Expansion Serial Interface to read serial code data.

  • Page 90: Set Up Capture Operation

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.4.8 Set Up Capture Operation Save the captured image of the GP's screen as a JPEG file in the CF Card. QUALITY (1-100) Sets the captured JPEG image quality. When the small value is set, the image file size becomes small, but the image quality becomes worse.

  • Page 91: Function Setup

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.4.9 FUNCTION SETUP Since the GP-2300/2301 Series units are not equipped with a function key, function setup is not required. 6.4.10 COMMUNICATION PORT SETUP This screen allows you to set up the connection environment of the GP's communication port.

  • Page 92: Plc Setup

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP PLC Setup Set up the GP System Area and the Unit number in this screen. Because 1:1 and n:1 GP connections utilize different settings, confirm your connection's needs before using any settings. • The screens that appear will depend on the PLC type you selected in the screen creation software.

  • Page 93: Station Setup (N:1)

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.5.2 Station Setup (n:1) The STATION SETUP, necessary for the n:1 (Multi-link) setup, checks whether correct communications run with the connected GP System configuration. NETWORK INFORMATION (DEV/ADR) In the n:1 (multi-link) connection, the Network Information uses 2 words in its corre- spondences.
  • Page 94 Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP For example, when these 4 GP units—bit 0, bit 2, bit 3, bit 5—are connected, 002D (h) is written here. Connection List 002D (h) • Be certain to setup this data before running. • Turn all bits not related to the GP OFF. Validation List This area responds to the correspondence from each connected GP.

  • Page 95: Customize Setup (N:1)

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.5.3 Customize Setup (n:1) The Customize function modifies the n:1 (multi-link) connection's communication method to make it more effective. To run communication efficiently, the user should first deter- mine whether they wish to have Operation or Display priority set for the GP. Based on this, the communication response speed can be upgraded.
  • Page 96 Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP • Speed Difference between Display Priority and Operation Priority When using the Mitsubishi Electric Corp. A3A PLC, with a scan time of 20ms with consecutive addresses (80 words not included in the System Area), the difference in reading speed is as shown in the following graphs.

  • Page 97: Ethernet Setup

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.5.4 Ethernet Setup This menu is for Ethernet settings. This information is used as setting data during GP setup or screen transfer, or, if the Pro-Server software is used, for the 2-Way Driver. (Only GP-2300 Series units.) •...

  • Page 98: Syslog Setup

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.5.5 SYSLOG Setup These settings are used for outputting 2-Way driver’s operation logs. Therefore, if you are not using the Pro-Server software, these settings are not necessary. (Only GP-2300 Series units.) HOST IP ADDRESS Sets up the IP address of the host computer, where the 2-Way driver’s operation logs will be output.

  • Page 99: Others Setup

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.5.6 Others Setup Designates the GP operation performed when a 2-Way driver error occurs. BUZZER ON ERROR Enables/disables the buzzer sound output produced when an error related to the 2-Way driver operation occurs. DISPLAY WARNING Enables/disables the warning message display used when an error related to the 2-Way driver operation occurs.

  • Page 100: Initialize Internal Memory

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP Initialize Internal Memory This section explains how to initialize the GP’s internal data or a CF card inserted in the GP. Select one of the menu items, [INITIALIZE MEMORY] , [INITIALIZE CF CARD] and [CSV DATA INDEX] selections in the [INITIALIZE MEMORY] menu. 6.6.1 Initialize GP Memory This command erases all the GP screen data and initializes the GP's SRAM.

  • Page 101: Csv Data Index

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP 6.6.3 CSV Data Index Specific data-transfer CSV files (ZR*****.CSV) on the CF Card can be transferred from the CF Card directly to the PLC (filing) or from the PLC directly to the CF Card (logging).

  • Page 102: Set Up Time

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP Set Up Time Sets the GP's internal clock. SET UP TIME Enter date and time corrections to the date and time displayed in the PRESENT TIME. The GP's internal clock has a slight error. At normal operating temperatures and conditions, with the GP operating from its lithium battery, the degree of error is 65 seconds per month.

  • Page 103: Set Up Screen

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP Set Up Screen The initial screen display upon powering up, the character size when in RUN mode, and other general screen items are setup here. INITIAL SCREEN NO. Set up the screen file number that will display first upon powering up. If the BIN option for DATA TYPE OF SCREEN NO in SYSTEM SET UP had been selected, enter a number from 1 to 8999.

  • Page 104: Font Setting

    Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP Font Setting FONT SETTING Selects the font type displayed on the GP screen during operation. KANJI FONT QUALITY Designates the font display quality for enlarged characters. When [FONT SETTING] is set to [JAPAN] Single-byte characters will remain 8x16-dot characters when they are enlarged. Double-byte characters are displayed as: [Standard] ....
  • Page 105 Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP [HIGH(1)] ....All half-size (single-byte) characters (ASCII code: 21h to 7Dh, i.e. alphanumeric characters) except " ^ " and " ' " will display as high quality characters. • 16x16-dot or larger characters will display as high quality 16x16 fonts.

  • Page 106: Chapter 7 Run Mode And Errors

    1. RUN Mode 4. Error Messages 2. Self-Diagnosis 5. Error Message Details Chapter 3. Troubleshooting 7 RUN Mode and Errors RUN Mode There are two ways of entering the GP's RUN mode; immediately after plugging in the unit's power cord, or from the GP's OFFLINE mode. 7.1.1 After Connecting the Power Cord The method of GP startup will vary, depending on the “START TIME”...

  • Page 107: Via Offline Mode

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors 7.1.2 Via OFFLINE Mode Touch the MAIN MENU's RUN selection to start your downloaded "project". The INITIALIZE area's SET UP SCREEN feature designates the first screen that appears in RUN mode, and, after this screen appears, communication with the PLC begins.

  • Page 108: Self-Diagnosis

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors Self-Diagnosis The GP unit is equipped with a number of self-diagnosis features used to check its System and Interfaces for any problems. 7.2.1 Self-Diagnosis Item List • Checks all the figures and tiling patterns. •...

  • Page 109: Self-Diagnosis - Details

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors 7.2.2 Self-Diagnosis - Details This section explains the contents of SELF-DIAGNOSIS. For information on how to operate the Screen, Chapter 5, "OFFLINE Mode"; for information about how to set up the Special Tools, Chapter 3, "Installation and Wiring".
  • Page 110 Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors TOOL CONNECTOR LOOP BACK Use the Tool Connector Control line and Send/Receive line check when the GP cannot send and receive data from the PC. To run the check, connecting a Tool Connector Check Loop Back Cable (Dsub9 pin, pin-side) mounted to the Downloading Cable (provided in the software package) is necessary.
  • Page 111 Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors CF CARD CHECKSUM Takes the Checksum of the CF Card's files and operates the check. Prior to using this check menu, you need to insert the CF Card in the GP. This check menu can check the following files.

  • Page 112: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors Troubleshooting This section describes how to find and resolve problems that may occur on the GP. If there is a problem with the PLC, please refer to the corresponding PLC manual. 7.3.1 Possible Types of Trouble The following items are problems that may occur while using this unit.

  • Page 113: No Display

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors 7.3.2 No Display Follow the flowchart below when the screen does not display when powering up, or the screen turns OFF by itself during RUN mode, to find an appropriate solu- tion. No Screen Display Transfer screen data from the screen editing software.
  • Page 114 Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors Does turning the power ON one more time start Is the Status LED's the display? orange light turned ON? The SIO cable may not be connected The back light has burned properly. out. Contact your nearest Is the SIO cable, AUX GP distributor for the cable connected properly to...
  • Page 115 Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors Erase the data that has been written. When using Direct Access, the address is +9; when using Memory Has Display Off data Link, the address is 12. For more been written to the on the SYSTEM DATA AREA SYSTEM DATA Device/PLC Con-...

  • Page 116: No Gp/Host Communication

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors 7.3.3 No GP/Host Communication When the GP will not communicate with the host PLC, follow the flowchart below to find both the cause of the problem and a suitable response. Or, if an error message displays on the screen, check the error code (refer to the Error Messages section in this chapter) to find the appropriate solution.
  • Page 117 Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors Is the SELF-DIAGNOSIS/ Are the corresponding SIO INITIALIZE settings SIO CHECK OK? There is a problem with the GP unit. Please contact your local GP distributor. Enter correct settings and values. Chapter 6, Are all Tags set up "Initializing the GP".

  • Page 118: Touch Panel Does Not Respond

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors 7.3.4 Touch Panel Does Not Respond When the touch panel does not respond, or its response time is very slow after it is pressed, please use the flowchart below to find the origin of the problem, and the appropriate solution.

  • Page 119: Buzzer Sounds When Gp Power Is Turned On

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors 7.3.5 Buzzer Sounds when GP power is turned ON If you start the GP unit and the internal buzzer sounds, use the following chart to find the reason and the appropriate solution. Buzzer Sound Timing Reason Solution...

  • Page 120: Clock Settings Cannot Be Entered

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors 7.3.6 Clock Settings Cannot be Entered This problem occurs when the lithium backup battery's voltage, used for the internal clock, runs out. To enter the clock settings, please read the CLOCK SET UP ERROR directions. 7.5.4 Clock Setup Eeeor 7.3.7 Error Screens If the following error screen appears when you start the GP, it indicates an error...

  • Page 121: Error Messages

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors Error Messages This section explains the messages that appear when an error has occurred in the GP unit during RUN mode. The problem causing the error message and its related countermeasure are explained in the table below. After a problem has been solved, unplug the GP's power cord and then reattach it.
  • Page 122 Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors Error Message Problem Counter Measure T he SIO address used for this GP is Check all GP's SIO address NETWORK ADDRESS ERROR (02 : F8) different from other GP's. (Only for the Multi- settings, and correct any that Link connection) are incorrect.

  • Page 123: Error Message Details

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors Error Message Details 7.5.1 System Errors Indicates a fault in the basic operations of the GP. Following the error message, an error code, as shown below, will appear. Report the error number and details on how the error developed to your local GP distributor. SYSTEM ERROR ( 03 : x x ) An unrecoverable error occurred during screen data transfer.
  • Page 124 Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors When the GP changes to OFFLINE mode during RUN mode When the GP changes to OFFLINE mode without the user first pressing the screen, there is a possibility that the screen data has been damaged. In this case, after the SYSTEM ERROR displays, the screen automatically reverts to OFFLINE mode after about 10 seconds.

  • Page 125: Illeagal Address In Screen Data

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors 7.5.2 Illeagal Address in Screen Data Caused by an overlap of addresses. After the error message, error codes, as listed below, will appear. If the error cannot be fixed, please report the error code and details on how the error devel- oped to your local GP distributor.

  • Page 126: Plc Com. Error

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors 7.5.3 PLC Com. Error Appears when the address setup for tags exceeds the address range used in the host (PLC.) Check the Error Number that appears and use the following table to solve the problem. PLC COM.

  • Page 127: Clock Setup Error

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors • In Toshiba's PROSEC T Series, the Error Code is 4 characters long; on the GP, Error Numbers are changed to and displayed in Hexadecimal. • With the Allen-Bradley PLC-5 and SLC-500 Series, the EXT/STS error codes have been re-mapped to start at D0 HEX, so they will not conflict with other error codes.

  • Page 128: D-Script And Global D-Script Errors

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors 7.5.7 D-Script and Global D-Script Errors The following error messages are displayed when D-Scripts and Global D-Scripts are not configured properly. The GP-2300/2301 Series unit displays the error message on the bottom at the GP screen. Error Message D-Script D-Script Error (***)

  • Page 129: Extended Sio Script Error

    Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors 7.5.8 Extended SIO Script Error The following error message is displayed when an Extended SIO Script is not configured properly. The GP-2300/2301 Series unit displays the error message on the bottom at the GP screen. Error Message Extended SIO Script Extended SIO Script Error (***) The following table lists the numbers assigned to (***) in the above error mes-...

  • Page 130: Chapter 8 Maintenance

    1. Regular Cleaning Chapter 2. Periodic Check Points 3. Replacing the Backlight 8 Maintenance Regular Cleaning 8.1.1 Cleaning the Display When the surface or the frame of the display gets dirty, soak a soft cloth in water with a neutral detergent, wring the cloth tightly, and wipe the display. •...
  • Page 131 Chapter 8 - Maintenance 3) Attach the new gasket to the GP. Be sure to insert the gasket into the GP’s groove so that the gasket’s groove sides are vertical. 4) Check if the gasket is attached to the GP correctly. •...

  • Page 132: Periodic Check Points

    Chapter 8 - Maintenance Periodic Check Points To keep your GP unit in its best condition, please inspect the following points periodically. GP Operation Environment • Is the operating temperature within the allowable range (0 C to 50 C )? •...

  • Page 133: Replacing The Backlight

    Chapter 8 - Maintenance Replacing the Backlight • The backlight of GP-2300T / GP-2301T cannot be replaced by the user. When the backlight needs to be replaced, please contact your local GP distributor. • If the status LED continues turning ON in Orange after the backlight replacement, GP unit malfunction may be occurred.

  • Page 134: Index

    Index Index Contrast Adjustment ........ 6-14, 2-3 Symbols Cooling Method ..........2-2 2 Port Adapter II Cable ......1-2, 1-4 CSV DATA INDEX ........... 6-32 2-Dimensional-Code Reader ......1-2 Customize Setup ..........6-26 Accessories ............1-8 D-Script Error ..........7-23 After Connecting the Power Cord ......
  • Page 135 Index General Safety Precautions ........ 10 Maintenance ............8-1 General Specifications ........2-1 Memory ............. 2-4 Global D-Script Error ........7-23 Menu Bar ............6-13 Global Window Setup ........6-6 GP ................ 1 n:1 ..............6-1 GP Edit Mode Peripherals ......1-3, 1-5 No Display ............
  • Page 136 Index Screen Tag Limit Exceeded ......7-22 Weight ............... 2-2 Self-Diagnosis ......... 5-6, 6-30, 7-3 Wiring ..............3-1 Self-Diagnosis Item List ........7-3 Wiring Precautions ..........3-6 Serial Data Transfer .......... 4-1 Serial Interfaces ........2-6, 2-11 Set Up Capture Operation ....... 6-21 Set Up I/O ..........
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