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  • Page 2 Neither Pro-face nor any of its affiliates or subsidiaries shall be responsible or liable for misuse of the information that is contained herein.
  • Page 3 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Document Set Thank you for purchasing Pro-face’s GC4000 series panel (Hereafter referred to as the "GC panel").

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    GC4000 Series of Panels ........
  • Page 6 4.2 Wiring Principles ......... . . Connecting the Power Cord.

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Safety Information § Important Information NOTICE Read these instructions carefully, and look at the equipment to become familiar with the device before trying to install, operate, or maintain it. The following special messages may appear throughout this documentation or on the equipment to warn of potential hazards or to call attention to information that clarifies or simplifies a procedure.
  • Page 8 PLEASE NOTE Electrical equipment should be installed, operated, serviced, and maintained only by qualified personnel. No responsibility is assumed by Pro-face for any consequences arising out of the use of this material. A qualified person is one who has skills and knowledge related to the construction and operation of electrical equipment and its installation, and has received safety training to recognize and avoid the hazards involved.

  • Page 9: About The Book

    Related Documents Title of Documentation GP-Pro EX Reference Manual GP-Pro EX Device/PLC Connection Manual GP-Pro EX Maintenance/Troubleshooting You can download these technical publications and other technical information from our website "Otasuke Pro!" at http://www.pro-face.com/otasuke/qa/gc4000/.
  • Page 10 Global Code A global code is assigned to every Pro-face product as a universal model number. For more information on product models and their matching global codes, please refer to the following URL: http://www.pro-face.com/product/globalcode.html Product Related Information DANGER HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR ARC FLASH...
  • Page 11 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual WARNING UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION Only use software approved by Pro-face for use with this equipment. Update your application program every time you change the physical hardware configuration. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Gc4000 Panels

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual GC4000 11/2012 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual GC4000 Panels Overview This chapter describes the series of panels and connectable devices. What Is in This Chapter? This chapter contains the following topics: Topic Page Package Contents Parts Identification and Functions...

  • Page 14: Package Contents

    GC4000 Package Contents Overview Make sure all applicable items listed here are included in the panel package: Panel DC power connector Screw installation fasteners (GC-4408W and GC-4401W x 4, GC-4501W x 6) GC4000 Installation guide Revision You can identify the product version (PV) and revision level (RL) from the product label on the panel.

  • Page 15: Parts Identification And Functions

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Parts Identification and Functions GC4000 Parts Identification Side GC-4408W GC-4•01W Front Rear Bottom...
  • Page 16 GC4000 Part Description LED Indicator Touch panel Replaceable battery for RTC USB (Type mini B) Screw installation fasteners (GC-4408W and GC-4401W x 4, GC-4501W x 6) Power connector Serial Interface COM2 (RS-422/485) Serial Interface COM1 (RS-232) USB (Type A) KC Markings...

  • Page 17: Certifications And Standards

    Certifications and Standards Compliance Standards Pro-face submitted this product for independent testing and qualification by third party listing agencies. Pro-face and these agencies have certified this product as meeting the following standards: Directive 2006/95/EC (Low voltage) Directive 2004/108/EC (EMC). The panels are CE marked.

  • Page 18: Gc4000 Series Of Panels

    GC4000 Series of Panels Introduction The following presents the GC4000 series of human-machine interface (HMI) products. The features of the screen technology are color and TFT (Thin Film Transistors also known as active matrix) with WVGA pixel resolution. The operating voltage is 24 Vdc.
  • Page 19 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Legend Number/Letter Description COM port x 2 (RS-232C for COM1, RS-422/485 for COM2) COM port x 2 (RS-232C for COM1, RS-422/485 for COM2 Wide display Analog touch panel 24 Vdc power supply If "COM1" is selected, COM2 cannot be used. If "COM2" is selected, COM1 cannot be used.
  • Page 20 GC4000 WARNING LOSS OF CONTROL Consider the potential failure modes of control paths in the machine control system design, such as: the possibility of backlight failure, unanticipated link transmission delays or failures, the operator being unable to control the machine, the operator making errors in the control of the machine.
  • Page 21 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Handling the LCD Panel The following characteristics are specific to the LCD panel and are considered normal behavior: LCD screen may show unevenness in the brightness of certain images or may appear different when seen from outside the specified viewing angle. Extended shadows, or crosstalk may also appear on the edges of screen images.
  • Page 22 GC4000...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Device Connectivity

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual 11/2012 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Device Connectivity Introduction This chapter presents the equipment you can connect to the GC4000 panel. What Is in This Chapter? This chapter contains the following topics: Topic Page System Design Accessories...

  • Page 24: System Design

    System Design Introduction The following diagrams represent the main selection of equipments you can connect to the panels. Edit Mode Peripherals...
  • Page 25 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Run Mode Peripherals - USB Type A/mini B Interface...
  • Page 26 Run Mode Peripherals - Serial Communication...

  • Page 27: Accessories

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Accessories Serial Interface Items Product Name Product Number Description RS-232 cable CA3-CBL232/5M-01 Connects Mitsubishi PLC A-series (or other host controller) to GC4000(RS-232) RS-422 cable CA3-CBL422-01 5 m Connects a host controller to GC4000 (RS- 232) Mitsubishi PLC...
  • Page 28 Product Name Product Number Description MPI cable ST03-A2B-MPI21-PFE Connects a host controller to GC4000 for MPI communication 9-pin-to-25-pin CA3-CBLCBT232-01 Connects a standard RS-232 cable to GC4000 RS-232 0.2 m conversion cable USB Host Interface Product Name Product Number Description USB cable FP-US00 5 m (16.4 ft) Connects a USB printer (type B) (except GC- 4408W)
  • Page 29 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Maintenance Options Product Name Product Number Description Screw installation CA3-ATFALL-01 Fasteners to attach the panel to a mounting fastener surface (4 fasteners/pack). USB STD A holder PFXZGECLUSA1 Fastens onto a USB interface and prevents the USB cable from being disconnected (except GC-4408W).

  • Page 31: Chapter 3 Specifications

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual 11/2012 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Specifications Overview This chapter presents the GC4000 specifications. What Is in This Chapter? This chapter contains the following sections: Section Topic Page General Specifications Functional Specifications Interface Specifications Dimensions...

  • Page 32: General Specifications

    General Specifications Overview This section presents GC4000 general specifications. What Is in This Section? This section contains the following topics: Topic Page Specifications Structural Specifications...

  • Page 33: Specifications

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Specifications Specification Value Rated input voltage 24 Vdc Input voltage limits 20.4...28.8 Vdc Acceptable voltage drop ≤ 1 ms with lowest input voltage ≤ 10 ms with rated input voltage Power consumption GC-4408W: 5.7 W GC-4401W: 8.7 W GC-4501W: 11.3 W...
  • Page 34 Specification Value Radiated radio 10 V/m / 80 MHz...1 GHz, 3 V/m / 1.4 MHz...2 GHz, frequency 1 V/m / 2 GHz...3 GHz, sinus amplitude modulated electromagnetic field 80 % / 1 kHz and internal clock frequency Electrical fast transient EN/IEC 61131-2 Zone B 2 kV power supply and 1 kV shielded cables High energy surges...
  • Page 35 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Air quality requirements Do not operate or store the panel where any of the following chemicals may evaporate or where these chemicals are present in the air: Corrosive chemicals such as acids, alkalines and liquids containing salt.

  • Page 36: Structural Specifications

    Structural Specifications Specification GC-4408W GC-4401W GC-4501W Grounding Observe local codes and standards. The ground connection must have a resistance ≤ 0.1 Ω and the ground wire must have a cross section of at least 2 mm (AWG 14). External 207.8 mm (8.18 in) x 207.8 mm (8.18 in) x 275.8 mm (10.86 in) x dimensions...

  • Page 37: Functional Specifications

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Functional Specifications Overview This section presents the GC4000 functional specifications for the display, memory and interfaces. What Is in This Section? This section contains the following topics: Topic Page Display Specifications Memory, Clock, and Touch Panel...

  • Page 38: Display Specifications

    Display Specifications Displays Specification GC-4408W GC-4401W GC-4501W Type TFT Color LCD Resolution 800 x 480 800 x 480 800 x 480 (pixels) (WVGA) (WVGA) (WVGA) Active display 154.08 x 85.92 mm 154.08 x 85.92 mm 219.6 x 131.76 mm area (W x H) (6.066 x 3.382 in.) (6.066 x 3.382 in.) (8.645 x 5.187 in.)

  • Page 39: Memory, Clock, And Touch Panel

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Memory, Clock, and Touch Panel Memory The following table describes the memory parameters: GC-4408W GC-4401W GC-4501W FLASH EPROM 8 MB Application Memory Logic Program Area None Font Area None Data Backup FLASH EPROM NVSRAM NVSRAM 128 KB...

  • Page 40: Interface Specifications

    Interface Specifications Overview This section presents the interface specifications of the panels. What Is in This Section? This section contains the following topics: Topic Page Interface Specifications Serial Interface Specifications COM1 Serial Interface Specifications COM2...

  • Page 41: Interface Specifications

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Interface Specifications Introduction All GC4000 panels are provided with serial and USB Interfaces. Serial Interface COM1 The following table describes the COM1 serial interface: Interface Description Serial interface D-Sub9 Asynchronous transmission RS-232C Data length 7 or 8 bits...
  • Page 42 USB Interface (USB Peripherals) The following table describes the USB type A interface: Interface Description Host interface Transmission speed high speed 480 Mbps full speed 12 Mbps low speed 1.5 Mbps Maximum current supplied 500 mA Maximum transmission distance 5 m (16.40 ft) at 12 Mbps Connector USB Type A V2.0 USB Interface (Application Download)

  • Page 43: Serial Interface Specifications Com1

    Serial Interface Specifications COM1 Introduction This interface is used to connect GC4000 series to remote equipment, via an RS- 232C cable. The connector used is a D-Sub 9-pin male connector. By using a long PLC cable to connect to the panel, it is possible that the cable can be at a different electrical potential than the panel, even if both are grounded.
  • Page 44 Serial Interface COM1 The following table describes the serial interface with a D-Sub 9 pin connector via an RS-232C cable. Pin Connection Signal Name Direction Meaning Input Carrier Detect RD(RXD) Input Receive Data SD(TXD) Output Send Data ER(DTR) Output Data Terminal Ready Signal Ground DR(DSR)

  • Page 45: Serial Interface Specifications Com2

    Serial Interface Specifications COM2 Introduction This interface is used to connect the GC4000 series to the remote equipment, via an RS-422/485 cable. The connector used is a D-Sub 9-pin male connector. By using a long PLC cable to connect to the panel, it is possible that the cable can be at a different electrical potential than the panel, even if both are grounded.
  • Page 46 Serial Interface COM2 The following table describes the serial interface with a D-Sub 9-pin connector via an RS-422/485 cable. Pin Connection Signal Name Direction Meaning Input Receive Data A (+) Input Receive Data B (-) Output Send Data A (+) Output Data Terminal Ready A –...

  • Page 47: Dimensions

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Dimensions Overview This section presents the dimensions of GC4000 panels. What Is in This Section? This section contains the following topics: Topic Page GC-440•W Dimensions GC-4501W Dimensions Panel-cut Dimensions Installation Fasteners...

  • Page 48: Gc-440•W Dimensions

    GC-440•W Dimensions Panel Dimensions The following figure shows the panel dimensions: Dimensions with Cables...
  • Page 49 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Dimensions with Screw Fasteners...

  • Page 50: Gc-4501W Dimensions

    GC-4501W Dimensions Panel Dimensions The following figure shows the panel dimensions: Dimensions with Cables...
  • Page 51 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Dimensions with Screw Fasteners...

  • Page 52: Panel-Cut Dimensions

    Panel-cut Dimensions Inserting a GC4000 Create a panel-cut and insert the panel from the front. The following illustration shows the panel-cut for the GC4000 series: Dimensions The following table shows the panel-cut dimensions for each panel: Model C (Panel Thickness) GC-440•W...

  • Page 53: Installation Fasteners

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Installation Fasteners Introduction The fasteners are used to mount the GC4000 series: Model Screw Installation Fasteners GC-440•W GC-4501W Dimensions...

  • Page 55: Chapter 4 Installation And Wiring

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual 11/2012 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Installation and Wiring Overview This chapter describes the installation procedures and wiring principles for GC4000. What Is in This Chapter? This chapter contains the following sections: Section Topic Page Installation Wiring Principles...

  • Page 56: Installation

    Installation Overview This section describes the installation procedures for GC4000. What Is in This Section? This section contains the following topics: Topic Page Installation Procedures Real Time Clock (RTC)

  • Page 57: Installation Procedures

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Installation Procedures Introduction The installation gasket and screw fasteners are required when installing the panel. Mount the panel in an enclosure that provides a clean, dry, robust, and controlled environment (IP65 enclosure) (see page 33). NOTE: The protection level of the product may vary from that which is shown on the label, as the value on the label takes into account product aging.
  • Page 58 Stage Description When installing the panel in a vertical position, the logo on the panel face must be on the right side to keep the power connector at the top. When installing the panel in a slanted position, the panel face should not incline more than 30°...
  • Page 59 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Panel Mounting Procedure NOTICE PANEL UNSTEADY WHEN UNSECURED Keep panel stabilized in the panel-cut while you are installing or removing the screw fasteners. Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage. Step Action Place the panel on a clean and level surface with the display face pointing downward.
  • Page 60 Step Action Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten each fastener and secure the panel in place. The necessary torque is 0.8...1 Nm (7.08...8.85 lb-in): NOTICE BROKEN ENCLOSURE Do not exert more than 1 Nm (8.85 lb-in) of torque when tightening the fastener’s screws.

  • Page 61: Real Time Clock (Rtc)

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Real Time Clock (RTC) Overview GC4000 panels include a RTC to provide system date and time information, and to support related functions requiring a real-time clock. To continue to keep time when power is off, a non-rechargeable but replaceable battery is provided with GC-4401W and GC-4501W panels.
  • Page 62 NOTE: Replace battery only with PFXZGEBT1 (Renata type CR2032). To install or replace the RTC battery, follow these steps: Step Action Power off your panel. Open the cover to access the backup battery compartment as shown: Remove the used battery from the compartment. Insert the new battery in the compartment in accordance with the polarity markings in the compartment and on the battery.

  • Page 63: Wiring Principles

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Wiring Principles Overview This section presents GC4000 wiring principles. What Is in This Section? This section contains the following topics: Topic Page Connecting the Power Cord Connecting the Power Supply Grounding...

  • Page 64: Connecting The Power Cord

    Connecting the Power Cord Introduction Follow these instructions when supplying power to the panel. When the functional ground (FG) terminal is connected, be sure the wire is grounded. Not grounding the panel can result in excessive Electromagnetic Interference (EMI). Grounding is required to meet EMC level immunity. The shield ground (SG) and FG terminals are connected internally in the panel.
  • Page 65 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Power Plug Illustration Connection Wire 24 Vdc 0 Vdc Grounded terminal connected to the panel chassis. How to connect the Power Cord The following table explains how to connect the power plug: Step Action Remove the power cord from the power supply.
  • Page 66 Example of Power Cord Connection The following illustration shows a connection example of the power cord:...

  • Page 67: Connecting The Power Supply

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Connecting the Power Supply Precautions Connect the power cord to the power connector on the side of the panel using the power plug. Between the line and the ground, be sure to use a regulated power supply with a Class 2 power supply.
  • Page 68 Power Supply Connections For ease of maintenance, use the following connection diagram to set up your power supply connections. NOTE: Ground the surge absorber (E1) separately from the panel (E2). Select a surge absorber that has a maximum circuit voltage greater than that of the peak voltage of the power supply.

  • Page 69: Grounding

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Grounding Exclusive Grounding Take the following precautions for grounding the panel. Connect the functional ground (FG) terminal on the power plug to an exclusive ground. Grounding Procedure Step Action Check that the grounding resistance is less than 0.1 Ω...
  • Page 70 If exclusive grounding is not possible, use a common connection point.

  • Page 71: Usb Port

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual USB Port Overview This section presents the USB port. What Is in This Section? This section contains the following topics: Topic Page Important Considerations When Using the USB Port USB Data Transfer Cable (ZC9USCBMB1) USB Holder Type A...

  • Page 72: Important Considerations When Using The Usb Port

    Important Considerations When Using the USB Port Introduction The following panels have a USB type A port: GC-4401W GC-4501W The following panels have a USB type mini B port: GC-4408W GC-4401W GC-4501W You can connect the data transfer cable (ZC9USCBMB1) to the USB port to transfer data from the computer to the panel.

  • Page 73: Usb Data Transfer Cable (Zc9Uscbmb1)

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual USB Data Transfer Cable (ZC9USCBMB1) Important Information Follow the procedure described below to prevent damage to the cable connector or panel. Do not connect the USB data transfer cable until told to do so in the instructions.

  • Page 74: Usb Holder Type A

    USB Holder Type A Introduction When using a USB device, attaching a USB holder to the USB interface on the side of the panel helps prevent the USB cable from being disconnected. Attaching the USB Holder Step Action Attach the USB holder to the USB Host Interface on the main panel. Hook the upper pick of the USB holder to the attachment hole of the main panel, and insert the lower pick as shown below to fix the USB holder.
  • Page 75 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Removing the USB Holder Lift up the tab of the USB holder and then remove the USB cover. USB holder USB cover...

  • Page 76: Usb Type Mini B

    USB Type Mini B Introduction When using a USB device, you can attach a USB holder to the USB interface on the side of the unit to prevent the USB cable from being disconnected. Attaching the USB Holder Step Action Insert the USB cable into the USB host interface.
  • Page 77 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Removing the USB Holder Squeeze the tab of the USB holder and then remove the USB holder. USB holder USB cable...

  • Page 79: Chapter 5 Maintenance

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual 11/2012 GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Maintenance Overview This chapter explains how to maintain your GC4000. What Is in This Chapter? This chapter contains the following topics: Topic Page Regular Cleaning Periodic Check Points...

  • Page 80: Regular Cleaning

    Regular Cleaning Cleaning the Display NOTICE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Power off the unit before cleaning it. Do not use hard or pointed objects to operate the touch panel, since it can damage the panel surface. Do not use paint thinner, organic solvents, or a strong acid compound to clean the unit.

  • Page 81: Periodic Check Points

    GC4000 Series Hardware Manual Periodic Check Points Operation Environment The operating temperature should be within the allowable range (0 ° C to 50 ° C) (32 ° F to 122 ° F). The operating humidity should be within the specified range.

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