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Please notify us if you should find any errors in this manual or if you have any comments regarding its contents. MANUFACTURER CONTACT INFORMATION Contact information is described in “SUPPLIERS” in the first pages of the following manual: Robot System Safety Manual Read this manual first RC700-D Rev.2...
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For more details on available collection facilities please contact your local government office or the retailer where you purchased this product. For California customers only The lithium batteries in this product contain Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate RC700-D Rev.2...
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Before Reading This Manual NOTE Do not connect the followings to the TP port of RC700-D. Connecting to the followings may result in malfunction of the device since the pin assignments are different. OPTIONAL DEVICE dummy plug Operation Pendant OP500...
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EPSON RC+ 7.0 User’s Guide (PDF) This manual describes general information about program development software. EPSON RC+ 7.0 SPEL+ Language Reference (PDF) This manual describes the robot programming language “SPEL+”. Other Manual (PDF) Manuals for each option are available.
2.6.10 Resetting the Safeguard ............24 2.6.11 Robot Operation Panel.............. 24 2.7 Connecting ....................25 2.7.1 Connection to EMERGENCY Connector ........25 2.7.2 Power Supply ................32 2.7.3 Connecting Manipulator and Controller ........34 2.8 Saving Default Status ................34 RC700-D Rev.2...
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3.1 Power-ON Precautions ................35 3.2 Power ON Procedure ................36 4. First Step 4.1 Installing EPSON RC+ 7.0 Software ............37 4.2 Development PC and Controller Connection ......... 39 4.2.1 About Development PC Connection USB Port ......40 4.2.2 Precaution ................... 40 4.2.3 Software Setup and Connection Check ........
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4.2 Switch Operation Mode ................93 4.3 Program Mode (AUTO) ................94 4.3.1 What is Program Mode (AUTO)? ..........94 4.3.2 Setup from EPSON RC+ ............. 94 4.4 Auto Mode (AUTO) ................. 95 4.4.1 What is Auto mode (AUTO)? ............95 4.4.2 Setup from EPSON RC+ .............
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6.2.2 Adoptable USB Memory ............100 6.3 Backup Controller Function ..............101 6.3.1 Backup Controller with Trigger Button ........101 6.3.2 Load Data with EPSON RC+ 7.0 ..........101 6.3.3 Transfer with E-mail ..............101 6.4 Details of Data ..................102 7.
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9.4.2 Example 2: External safety relay typical application ....115 10. Standard RS-232C Port 10.1 RS-232C Port ..................116 10.2 Confirmation with EPSON RC+ 7.0 (RS-232C) ......... 116 10.3 RS-232C Software Communication Setup (RS-232C)....... 117 10.4 Communication Cable (RS-232C) ............117 11.
WARNING not followed properly. This symbol indicates that a danger of possible harm to people or physical damage to equipment and facilities exists if the associated CAUTION instructions are not followed properly. RC700-D Rev.2...
Windows 8.1 Pro (EPSON RC+ 7.0 Ver.7.1.0 or later) Windows 10 Pro (EPSON RC+ 7.0 Ver.7.2.0 or later) *2 Any one of the Teach pendant can be controlled. *3 When connecting to RC700-D, a dedicated conversion cable is required. RC700-D Rev.2...
: Under the arm 1 and bottom of the base *(shade part) * When hold bottom of the base, be careful not caught your hands or fingers. Minimum number of people : 2 people Do not hold Table Top Mounting Multiple Mounting RC700-D Rev.2...
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: Under the arm 1 and bottom of the base *(shade part) * When hold bottom of the base, be careful not caught your hands or fingers. Minimum number of people : 2 people Do not hold Wall Mounting Table Top Mounting Ceiling Mounting RC700-D Rev.2...
When using Manipulators in inadequate environments that do not meet the above conditions, please contact the supplier of your region. - If there are conductive things such as fences or ladders within 2.5 m of the Manipulator, ground the things. RC700-D Rev.2...
Use the mounting bolts conforming to the strength of ISO898-1 property class 10.9 or 12.9. The plate for the Manipulator mounting face should be 20 mm thick or more and made of steel to reduce vibration. The surface roughness of the steel plate should be 25 μm or less. RC700-D Rev.2...
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Manipulator does not fall over. (3) Wipe off the dust on the Manipulator with a little alcohol or distilled water on a lint- free cloth. (4) Transport the Manipulator into the cleanroom. (5) Secure the Manipulator to the base table. RC700-D Rev.2...
4×M8 screw hole (depth: 20 mm or more) For cable downward: NOTE Be sure to allow spaces for the center of the table to mount the base. Length: 190mm or more Width: 104mm Depth: 190mm or more RC700-D Rev.2...
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4×M8 Screw Hole (depth 20mm or Make sure to use the washer. more) NOTE Use bolts with specifications conforming to ISO898-1 Property Class: 10.9 or 12.9. Tightening torque: 32.0 N·m (326 kgf·cm) Pane washer Spring washer 4×M8×30 RC700-D Rev.2...
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Be sure to allow spaces for the center of the table to mount the base. Diameter: ø150mm or more Diameter: Depth: M/C cable (L-shaped) ø150mm or more 120mm or more Depth: M/C cable (straight) 120mm or more 190mm more RC700-D Rev.2...
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6×M8 Screw hole (depth 20 mm or NOTE Use bolts with specifications conforming to more) ISO898-1 Property Class: 10.9 or 12.9. Tightening torque: 32.0 N·m (326 kgf·cm) 6×Pane washer (3) Remove the shipping bolt and jigs. 6×Spring washer 6×M8×40 RC700-D Rev.2...
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Use bolts with specifications conforming to or more) Pane washer ISO898-1 Property Class: 10.9 or 12.9. Spring Tightening torque: washer M8 : 32.0 N·m (326 kgf·cm) 4×M8×40 M10 : 58.0 N·m (592 kgf·cm) (3) Remove the shipping bolt and jigs. RC700-D Rev.2...
- Keep away from dust, oily mist, oil, salinity, metal powder or other contaminants. - Keep away from water. - Keep away from shocks or vibrations. - Keep away from sources of electronic noise - Keep away from strong electric or magnetic fields. RC700-D Rev.2...
Remove the screws that interfere the rubber foot. (C) Rack mounting * A plate for rack mounting is required. NOTE For Controller installation to the Controller box or the base table, process screw hole drilling as follows. RC700-D Rev.2...
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- Hot air with higher temperature than the ambient temperature (about 10 °C) comes out from the Controller. Make sure that heat sensitive devices are not placed near the outlet. - Arrange the cables in front of the Controller so that you can pull the Controller forward. RC700-D Rev.2...
* Keep the space about 200 mm or more on the top to maintenance. Wall mounting with the front side down Wall mounting with the front side up 100 mm 200 mm 50 mm * 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm * 50 mm 50 mm 200 mm 100 mm RC700-D Rev.2...
This section summarizes the minimum conditions that should be observed when using EPSON robots in your robot systems. Please design and manufacture robot systems in accordance with the principles described in this and the following sections.
I/O. To prevent danger from unintended remote control, the remote function will not be enabled without proper settings. Also when remote is valid, motion command execution and I/O output are available only from remote. RC700-D Rev.2...
To place the robot system in emergency mode during normal operation, press the Emergency Stop switch while the Manipulator is not moving. Refer to the Controller manual for instructions on how to wire the Emergency Stop switch circuit. RC700-D Rev.2...
Carefully consider the size of the end effector and the work pieces to be held so that there will be no error between the moving parts and the safeguard system. Manufacture the safeguard system to withstand calculated external forces (forces that will RC700-D Rev.2...
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For details of the safeguard, refer to the following manuals as well. 2.7.1 Connection to EMERGENCY Connector Free running distance when the safeguard is opened The Manipulator in operation cannot stop immediately after the safeguard is opened. In RC700-D Rev.2...
The robot will never restart simply by resetting the safeguard interlock switch. Apply this concept to the interlock gates and presence sensing devices for the entire system. 2.6.11 Robot Operation Panel Ensure that the robot system can be operated from outside of the safeguard. RC700-D Rev.2...
The EMERGENCY connector has input terminals for the Safety Door switch and the Emergency Stop switch. Be sure to use these input terminals to keep the system safe. Connector Standard EMERGENCY connector D-sub25 Pin (male) (Controller side) Screwlock #4-40 RC700-D Rev.2...
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When the latched TEACH mode is released while the safety door is open, the status of NOTE Manipulator power is operation-prohibited because the safety door is open at that time. To execute a Manipulator operation, close the safety door again, and then close the latch release input. RC700-D Rev.2...
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(1) Turn ON the Controller while the safety door is open in order to boot the Controller software. (2) Make sure that “Safety” is displayed on the EPSON RC+ 7.0 status bar. (3) Close the safety door, and turn ON the switch connecting to the latch release input.
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Stop switch. (2) Make sure that the seven-segment LED on the Controller displays (3) Make sure that “EStop” is displayed on the EPSON RC+ 7.0 status bar. (4) Release the Emergency Stop Switch. (5) Select EPSON RC+ 7.0-[Tools]-[Robot Manager]-[Control Panel] and click the <Reset>...
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The 24 V output is for emergency stop. Do not use it for other purposes. Doing so may result in system malfunction. ■ Do not apply reverse voltage to the Emergency Stop circuit. CAUTION Doing so may result in system malfunction. RC700-D Rev.2...
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IF circuit External AC Input Safety Door input 1 IF circuit Safety Door input 2 IF circuit Latch release input IF circuit External Latch release input +24V NOTE:+24V GND Close: Latch off + 5V GND Open: Latch on RC700-D Rev.2...
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IF Circuit External +24V NOTE:+24V GND Latch release input + 5V GND Close: Latch off Open: Latch on * To protect Emergency Stop Circuit, use the fuse that is 0.4A or under and matches amount of external safety relay. RC700-D Rev.2...
10 kHz or more leakage current. If you install a circuit breaker, please select one that will handle the above mentioned “peak current”. The power receptacle should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible. RC700-D Rev.2...
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Following shows specification of power connection side. Mount to the plug like following below. Item Specification AC power wire Black, Black (2 cables) Ground wire Green / Yellow Cable length M4 round solderless Terminal terminal RC700-D Rev.2...
The Controller is already setup with the purchased robot(s) at shipment. However, just in case, we recommend saving the default Controller status. A USB memory is necessary to save the Controller status. For the procedure of Controller status storage, refer to Robot Controller: 8. Memory Port. RC700-D Rev.2...
Manipulator. When supplying the power to the Controller again, turn OFF the When supplying Controller and wait for 5 seconds or more. Then, turn ON the the power again Controller again. RC700-D Rev.2...
30 seconds after Controller starts up normally. If an error is displayed, check connection in step (1) to (5) and turn ON the power again. If an error is displayed after checking the connection, contact the supplier in your region. RC700-D Rev.2...
Installation 4. First Step 4. First Step This section indicates the procedure to install the development PC EPSON RC+, and execute simple program after connecting the development PC and Controller with a USB. Make sure that the Robot system is installed safely by following the description in “Safety”...
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Installation 4. First Step (4) Select the drive where you want to install EPSON RC+ 7.0 and click <Next>. The installation directory is called EpsonRC70. This cannot be changed. (5) The dialog box for selecting the options to be installed will be displayed. Check the options you want to install and click <Next>.
Installation 4. First Step (7) “Windows Installer” will be installed. This may takes several minutes. Adobe Reader needs to be installed on your PC in order to view the EPSON RC+ 7.0 NOTE manuals. If the installer cannot find Adobe Reader on your system, it will be installed at this time.
(USB Ver.1.1 upward compatible) Connect the Controller and development PC by a USB cable to develop the robot system or set the Controller configuration with the EPSON RC+ 7.0 software installed in the development PC. Development PC connection port supports hot plugging. Insertion and removal of the cables while the power of the development PC and the Controller are ON is available.
4.2.3 Software Setup and Connection Check The following is the steps of connecting the development PC and the Controller. (1) Make sure that EPSON RC+ 7.0 is installed on the Controller connected to the development PC. (Install the software when it is not installed.) (2) Connect the development PC and the Controller by the USB cable.
4.2.5 Disconnection of Development PC and Controller Disconnection of the development PC and the Controller is indicated. (1) Select the EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu-[Setup]-[PC to Controller Communications] to display the [PC to Controller Communications] dialog box. (2) Click the <Disconnect> button.
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The arm falling may cause equipment damage to and/or malfunction of the Manipulator. (1) Start the EPSON RC+ 7.0. Double click the <EPSON RC+ 7.0> icon on the desktop. (2) Open the command window. EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu-[Tool]-[Command Window] (3) Execute the following command in [Command Window].
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Following explains the example of moving all joints to the 0 pulse positions by specifying the pulse for each joint. (1) Start EPSON RC+ 7.0. Double click the <EPSON RC+ 7.0> icon on the desktop. (2) Open the command window. EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu-[Tools]-[Command Window] (3) Execute the following command in [Command Window].
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(1) Start EPSON RC+ 7.0. Double click the <EPSON RC+ 7.0> icon on the desktop. (2) Create a new project. 1. EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu-[Project]-[New Project]. [New Project] dialog box will be displayed. 2. Enter the project name in [Project Name] box. (Ex: FirstApp) 3.
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(5) Move the Manipulator with Jog motion. Select [Jog & Teach] tab. Select “Joint” in [Jogging]-<Mode>. Move the Manipulator by joint by clicking J1-J4 jog keys. Manipulator can be moved by setting to other modes or setting the jog distance. RC700-D Rev.2...
Installation 4. First Step 4.3 Writing your first program After installing the Controller, Manipulator, and EPSON RC+ 7.0 software on your PC, follow the instructions below to create a simple application program so that you will become more familiar with EPSON RC+ 7.0 development environment.
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(3) Click the Start button on the Run window to run the program. (4) The texts like the following will be displayed in the status window. 19:32:45 Task main started 19:32:45 All tasks stopped On the Run window, you will see the output of the print statement. RC700-D Rev.2...
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Move the robot until it reaches the middle of the work envelope. (7) Click the <-Z> button to lower the Z axis of the robot. (8) Select “P1” in the [Point (P)] dropdown list which is next to the <Teach> button. The current point is set to P1. RC700-D Rev.2...
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(3) Click the <Start> button to execute the program. (4) The robot will move to each of the points you taught at 20% speed, acceleration, and deceleration. The Power High statement executes the program to operate the robot with increased speed and acceleration. RC700-D Rev.2...
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Even though this is only a sample project, we will backup the project and Controller configuration. Backup can be done easily with EPSON RC+ 7.0. It is important that you keep regular backups of your applications on an external media such as a USB memory key.
Controller firmware is supplied by CD-ROM as needed. Please contact the supplier of your region for information. You must use a PC running EPSON RC+ 7.0 connected to a Controller with USB to update the Controller firmware. Firmware cannot be updated with an Ethernet connection.
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<Install> button. (8) The firmware upgrade starts. It takes several minutes to complete. Do not disconnect the USB cable during transfer or turn OFF the Controller or the NOTE development PC. (9) Continuous data file transfer starts. RC700-D Rev.2...
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The firmware upgrade is complete. When you install the firmware (Ver.7.4.0.2 or later) on the Controller which the firmware NOTE (before Ver.7.4.0.2) has been installed, the following message is displayed. When the message is displayed, re-install the firmware. RC700-D Rev.2...
30 seconds. This will cause the Controller to start in Recovery mode. (3) Make sure that the LED of ERROR, TEACH, and PROGRAM are lighting. (4) Follow the procedure in 4.4.4 Firmware Initialization Procedure from step (3) to initialize the firmware. RC700-D Rev.2...
(1) Connect the development PC to the Controller with a USB cable (the firmware cannot be changed with an Ethernet connection). (2) Turn ON the Controller. Do not start the development software EPSON RC+ 7.0 until firmware initialization is complete.
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(9) The following dialog appears after the Controller reboot. Click the <Finish> button. The firmware upgrade is completed. Start EPSON RC+ 7.0 and restore the Controller settings. For details of restoring the operating system, refer to Regular Inspection 2. Backup and Restore.
Controller IP address is set to global IP address Firmware version is 7.4.8.x or later EPSON RC+7.0 is Ver.7.4.7 or before When the Controller firmware is updated under the following conditions, additional steps to confirm whether to continue the firmware update may be execute depending on the configuration settings of the Controller.
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When the <OK> button is clicked, Step3 window is displayed. Go to the step (6). When the <Cancel> button is clicked, Step3 window is displayed. The [Disable connection password] checkbox and the <Install> button will be grayed out and cannot be selected. RC700-D Rev.2...
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When the <OK> button is clicked, Step 4 window is displayed. Go to the step (7). When the <Cancel> button is clicked, the window is closed. (7) Firmware installation starts. When the firmware is installed, click the <Next> button. Reboot the Controller. RC700-D Rev.2...
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Installation 4. First Step (8) When the Controller is rebooted, the following window is displayed. Confirm that the firmware is installed. Click the <Finish> button. RC700-D Rev.2...
Installation 5. Second Step 5.2 Ethernet Connection of Development PC and Controller EPSON RC+ 7.0 User’s Guide “1.9 Security for Controller Ethernet Connection” “1.10 Security for Compact Vision CV2-A Ethernet Connection” “1.11 Security for Feeder Ethernet Connection ” “4.3.3 Ethernet Communication ”...
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Installation 5. Second Step RC700-D Rev.2...
Windows 8.1 Pro (EPSON RC+ 7.0 Ver.7.1.0 or later) Windows 10 Pro (EPSON RC+ 7.0 Ver.7.2.0 or later) *2 Any one of the Teach pendant can be controlled. *3 When connecting to RC700-D, a dedicated conversion cable is required. RC700-D Rev.2...
Functions 1. Specifications 1.2 Standard Specifications Item Specification Model Robot Controller RC700-D 32 bits Micro Processor Controllable axes AC servo motors 4 joints Programming language and EPSON RC+ 7.0 Robot control (a multi-tasking robot language) software Up to 4 joints simultaneous control...
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Also, make sure to keep your hands, fingers, and feet safe from being caught or serious injury. *2 When using the Force Sensor I/F board, a maximum of one board/two ports expansion is available for RS-232C board. RC700-D Rev.2...
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Functions 1. Specifications NOTE Use this product under the condition of overvoltage category 2, degree of stain category 2. RC700-D Rev.2...
Analog I/O board, and Force Sensor I/F board can be installed. Four slots are available. For details, refer to 14. Option Slots. (7) Battery A lithium battery for data backup. (8) POWER switch Turns ON or OFF the Controller. RC700-D Rev.2...
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Connects Teach Pendant TP2, TP3 (Option) and TP bypass plug. For details, refer to 8. TP Port. NOTE Do not connect the following to the TP port of RC700-D. It may result in malfunction of the device since the pin assignments are different.
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This connector is used for input/output device. There are 24 inputs and 16 outputs. For details, refer to Setup & Operation 11. I/O Connector. (22) AC IN The connector for 200VAC power input. For details, refer to 3.3.2 AC Power Cable. RC700-D Rev.2...
*1 For error numbers, refer to Status Code / Error Code List or Online Help. *2 In initial status, execution line of task number 1 is displayed in three-digit. Use Ton statement to change the displayed task number. For details, refer to EPSON RC+ 7.0 SPEL+ Language Reference, or Online Help. RC700-D Rev.2...
Indicate:9998 AC power supply drop is detected and software shut down. Indicate:9997 Software shut down is specified from the EPSON RC+ 7.0 (software) or the Teach Pendant (option). *1 When the Initialize Error occurs, reboot the Controller. If the Initialize Error is displayed again after the Controller is rebooted, please contact the supplier of your region.
CPU and the motor controlling CPU inside the Drive Unit are also designed to constantly check each other for any discrepancies. If a discrepancy is detected, the dynamic brake circuit is activated. Memory Check-sum Error Detection The dynamic brake circuit is activated when a memory check-sum error is detected. RC700-D Rev.2...
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AC Power Supply Voltage Drop Detection The dynamic brake circuit is activated when the drop of the power supply voltage is detected. Temperature Anomaly Detection The temperature anomaly is detected. Fan Malfunction Detection Malfunction of the fan rotation speed is detected. RC700-D Rev.2...
Use a base table that is at least 100 mm off the floor. Placing the Controller directly on the floor could allow dust penetration leading to malfunction. Tilt 0.5° or less Install surface (When installing upright, you put your hand on it, it may fall over.) RC700-D Rev.2...
Remove the screws that interfere the rubber foot. (C) Rack Mounting * A plate for rack mounting is required. NOTE or Controller installation to the Controller box or the base table, process screw holes as follows. RC700-D Rev.2...
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Ensure the air flow around the supply and exhaust ports, and install the Controller while leaving space from other equipment or walls as below. * Keep the space about 200 mm or more on the top to maintenance. RC700-D Rev.2...
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- Hot air with higher temperature than the ambient temperature (about 10 °C) comes out from the Controller. Make sure that heat sensitive devices are not placed near the outlet. - Arrange the cables in front of the Controller so that you can pull the Controller forward. RC700-D Rev.2...
* Keep the space about 200 mm or more on the top to maintenance. Wall mounting with the front side down Wall mounting with the front side up 100 mm 200 mm 50 mm * 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm * 50 mm 50 mm 200 mm 100 mm RC700-D Rev.2...
10 kHz or more leakage current. If you install a circuit breaker, please select one that will handle the above mentioned “peak current”. The power receptacle shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. RC700-D Rev.2...
Following shows specification of power connection side. Mount to the plug like following below. Item Specification AC power wire Black, Black (2 cables) Ground wire Green / Yellow Cable length M4 round solderless Terminal terminal RC700-D Rev.2...
Manipulator may cause not only improper function of the robot system but also safety problems. CAUTION Before connecting the connector, make sure that the pins are not bent. Connecting with the pins bent may damage the connector and result in malfunction of the robot system. RC700-D Rev.2...
Connect the Manipulator and the M/C SIGNAL connector on the Controller. (4) EMERGENCY The EMERGENCY connector has inputs to connect the Emergency Stop switch and the Safety Door switch. For safety reasons, connect proper switches for these input devices. For details, refer to the 9. EMERGENCY. RC700-D Rev.2...
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This connector is used for connecting with input signals necessary for real time I/O function. For details, refer to the 13. R-I/O Connector. (12) Fieldbus I/O If necessary, take EMC countermeasures for the Fieldbus I/O cable. For details, refer to 3.5 Noise Countermeasures. RC700-D Rev.2...
Therefore, the Controller should be connected to the Manipulator whose serial number is specified in the Connection Check label attached on the front of the Controller. NOTE The Manipulator’s serial number is indicated on the signature label on the back of the Manipulator. RC700-D Rev.2...
The spark suppressor is more effective when placed closer to the motor. - As they are easily influenced by noise, keep cable such as USB, Ethernet, RS-232C, or fieldbus away from peripheral noise sources. RC700-D Rev.2...
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- Put together the cable shield side. Remove the outer cover and fix with the FG clamp. Secure the clamps to the Controller with screws to ground the shield. - Mount Ferrite core to the cable. Ferrite core RC700-D Rev.2...
To use a low speed program verification function (T1: manual deceleration mode) or a NOTE high speed program verification function (T2: manual deceleration mode) which is defined in Safety Standards, you will need a Teach Pendant that supported for the function. RC700-D Rev.2...
If you switch the mode with the mode selector key switch and turn on the motor while the enable switch is ON, an error will occur. Turn the Enable Switch off and then on again, and then turn on the motor. RC700-D Rev.2...
Follow the procedures below to switch to the Program mode. 4.3.2 Setup from EPSON RC+ Switch the mode to Program mode from the EPSON RC+. (1) Select EPSON RC+ menu-[Setup]-[System Configuration] to display the [System Configuration] dialog. (2) Select [Startup]-[Start mode].
Auto mode (AUTO) is for automatic operation of the Robot system. Procedures for switching to the Auto mode (AUTO) are the followings. A : Set the start mode of the EPSON RC+ to “Auto” and start the EPSON RC+. (Refer to 4.4.2 Setup from EPSON RC+.) B : Offline the EPSON RC+.
Functions 4. Operation Mode (TEACH/AUTO/TEST) 4.4.3 Setup from Control Device Set the control device from EPSON RC+. (1) Select EPSON RC+ menu-[Setup]-[System Configuration] to display the [System Configuration] dialog. (2) Select [Controller]-[Configuration]. (3) Select [Setup Controller]-[Control Device] to select the control device from the following two types.
7.0 User’s Guide 5.12.1 PC to Controller Communications Command. For RC700-D, be sure to install the EPSON RC+ 7.0 to the development PC first, then connect the development PC and RC700-D with the USB cable. If RC700-D and the development PC are connected without installing the EPSON RC+ 7.0 to the development PC, [Add New Hardware Wizard] appears.
Development PC Connection USB Port Connection of the development PC and the Controller is indicated. (1) Make sure that software EPSON RC+ 7.0 is installed to the Controller connected to the development PC. (Install the software when it is not installed.) (2) Connect the development PC and the Controller using a USB cable.
5.4 Disconnection of Development PC and Controller This section describes how to disconnect the development PC and the Controller communication. (1) Select the EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu-[Setup]-[PC to Controller Communications] to display the [PC to Controller Communications] dialog. (2) Click the <Disconnect> button.
This function saves various kinds of Controller data to the USB memory with one push. Data saved in the USB memory is loaded to EPSON RC+ 7.0 to get the status of the Controller and the program simply and accurately.
USB memory or execute the storage during Motor OFF status. 6.3.2 Load Data with EPSON RC+ 7.0 The procedure to read the data stored in the USB memory by EPSON RC+ 7.0 and display the Controller status is described in the following manual.
NOTE - Delete files that do not relate to the project before transfer. - This function is used to send the data to the system director and EPSON from the end users for problem analysis. 6.4 Details of Data The following data files are created by the Controller backup function.
Functions 7. LAN (Ethernet Communication) Port 7. LAN (Ethernet Communication) Port - Refer to EPSON RC+ 7.0 User’s Guide 5.12.1 PC to Controller Communications NOTE Command (Setup Menu) for other details for the development PC and Controller connection. - For Ethernet (TCP/IP) communication with robot application software, refer to EPSON RC+ 7.0 Online Help or User’s Guide 5.
(1) Connect between the development PC and the Controller using the USB cable by referring to 5. Development PC Connection USB Port. (2) Select the EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu-[Setup]-[Controller] to display the following dialog. (3) Select [Controller]-[Configuration]. (4) Enter the proper IP address and subnet mask and click the <Apply> button.
(1) Connect the development PC and the Controller using the Ethernet cable. (2) Turn ON the Controller. (3) Start EPSON RC+ 7.0. (4) Display the [PC to Controller Communication] dialog from [Setup] in EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu. (5) Click the <Add> button.
<Close> button to close the [PC to Controller Communications] dialog. Connection between the development PC and the Controller is complete. Now the robot system can be used via an Ethernet connection from EPSON RC+ 7.0. 7.5 Disconnection of Development PC and Controller with Ethernet Disconnection of the development PC and the Controller is shown below.
Save the removed TP in place so that it can be distinguished from the TP connected to the controller. Do not connect the following devices to the TP port of / RC700-D. Connecting these devices may result in malfunction of the device since the pin assignments are different.
Functions 8. TP Port 8.2 Teach Pendant Connection A cable for connection to the RC700 / RC700-A / RC700-D Controller is attached to the Teach Pendant. Connect this cable connector to the TP port. Communication is set automatically. Enable the Teach Pendant by one of the following procedures.
When nothing is connected to the EMERGENCY connector, the robot system does not operate normally. Before connecting the connector, make sure that the pins are not bent. Connecting with the pins bent may damage the connector and result in malfunction of the robot system. CAUTION EMERGENCY Connector RC700-D Rev.2...
Therefore, make sure that the Safety Door switch has two separate redundant circuits and that each connects to the specified pins at the EMERGENCY connector on the Controller. - The Safety Door must be designed and installed so that it does not close accidentally. RC700-D Rev.2...
The latch release input also functions to acknowledge the change of to TEACH mode. NOTE In order to change the latched condition of TEACH mode, turn the mode selector key switch on the Teach Pendant to “Auto”. Then, close the latch release input. RC700-D Rev.2...
To recover from the emergency stop condition, follow the procedure of safety check as required by the system. After safety check, the operations below are required to recover from the emergency stop condition. - Release the Emergency Stop Switch - Execute the RESET command RC700-D Rev.2...
The 24 V output is for emergency stop. Do not use it for other purposes. Doing so may result in system malfunction. Do not apply reverse voltage to the Emergency Stop circuit. Doing so may result CAUTION in system malfunction. RC700-D Rev.2...
IF Circuit External AC Input Safety Door input 1 IF Circuit Safety Door input 2 IF Circuit Latch release input IF Circuit External Latch release input Close :Latch off +24V NOTE:+24V GND Open :Latch on + 5V GND RC700-D Rev.2...
IF Circuit External +24V NOTE:+24V GND Latch release input Close :Latch off + 5V GND Open :Latch on * To protect Emergency Stop Circuit, use the fuse that is 0.4A or under and matches amount of external safety relay. RC700-D Rev.2...
10.2 Confirmation with EPSON RC+ 7.0 (RS-232C) When an RS-232C board is mounted in as option unit, the Controller software automatically identifies the RS-232C board. Therefore, no software configuration is needed. Correct identification can be confirmed from EPSON RC+ 7.0.
Odd, even, NA Terminator CR, LF, CRLF Refer to EPSON RC+ 7.0 Online Help or User’s Guide – 13. RS-232C Communications for RS-232C communication from the Robot application. 10.4 Communication Cable (RS-232C) Prepare a communication cable as described in this section.
ON Voltage : +10.8 V (min.) OFF Voltage : +5 V (max.) Input Current : 10 mA (TYP) at +24 V input Two types of wiring are available for use with the two-way photo coupler in the input circuit. RC700-D Rev.2...
This conforms to European Machinery Directives. Plus Common (PNP) connection I/O Connector Output No.0 Load CAUTION Ground Fault occurred same Output common (+DC) If there is ground fault, it does not flow to the load and does not start operate. RC700-D Rev.2...
12. I/O Remote Settings. Connector Standard D-sub 50 male pin I/O Connector (Controller side) Screwlock #4 - 40 * The I/O connector, I/O cable, and terminal block are offered as options. * I/O connector is included with shipment. RC700-D Rev.2...
To accept external remote inputs, assign the remote function and the control device is remote. The user defines the I/O number that a remote function is assigned to using software configuration. For details about communication with external equipment, refer to EPSON RC+ 7.0 User’s Guide – 12. Remote Control.
The remote function is initially assigned to the input 0 to 7 and output 0 to 8. To change the function assignment from the initial setting, use EPSON RC+ 7.0. To use all signals, you will need to add Expansion I/O or Fieldbus I/O board(s).
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EStopOff output ON open. RecoverReqd output ON Pause input OFF Stop input OFF ResetAlarm Not Set Cancel the alarm (*11) SelAlarm1 SelAlarm2 Specify the alarm number to cancel Not Set SelAlarm4 (*10) SelAlarm8 RC700-D Rev.2...
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For details, refer to EPSON RC+ 7.0 Online Help or Motor in SPEL+ Language Reference. (*7) For details, refer to EPSON RC+ 7.0 Online Help or MCal in SPEL+ Language Reference. (*8) This is for experienced users only. Make sure that you fully understand the input specification before using.
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Preferences (1): “Motor power low when ForcePowerLow signal OFF” Preferences (2): “ForcePowerLow signal change pauses all tasks” For details of the Controller preferences, refer to EPSON RC+ 7.0 User’s Guide [Setup]-[System Configuration]-[Controller]-[Preferences] in 5.12.2 [System Configuration] Command (Setup Menu).
Turns ON in remote input acceptable status. (*2) TeachMode Turns ON in TEACH mode. Not set TestMode Not set Turns ON in TEST mode. EnableOn Turns ON when enable switch is ON. Not set ErrorCode1 Not set Indicates the error number. ErrorCode8192 RC700-D Rev.2...
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Not set Outputs the current torque value of Joint #6 (*6) (*7) Torque6 Not set Outputs the CPU load factor of the user program (*8) Not set Outputs how many times emergency stops have been ESTOP Not set executed. RC700-D Rev.2...
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- The setting is Auto mode and the control device is remote. - The setting is Program mode and Remote I/O is enabled. (*3) For details, refer to EPSON RC+ 7.0 Online Help or Box in SPEL Language Reference. (*4) For details, refer to EPSON RC+ 7.0 Online Help or Plane in SPEL Language Reference.
The pulse width of an input signal must be 25 or more milliseconds to be detected. 12.2.2 Timing Diagram for Operation Execution Sequence MotorsOn Output AtHome Output Depending on HOME motion SetMotorsOn Input SetMotorsOff Input Home Input [Unit: msec] RC700-D Rev.2...
Output * Paused Output SelProg1 Input Start Input Pause Input Continue Input Stop Input * The duration varies depending on the Quick Pause (QP) setting and the program’s operating status at the time of Pause input [Unit: msec] RC700-D Rev.2...
Output ESW Signal (*1) Reset Signal Input [Unit: msec] (*1) A logical signal to explain the timing of internal processing of the controller. For details about input signals name and operating conditions, refer to the 9.3 Pin Assignments. RC700-D Rev.2...
If you use this function with Vision, you can create an application of parts pickup, alignment, and assembly by robots without stopping. For details, refer to EPSON RC+7.0 Users Guide – 20. Real time I/O. 13.1 Input Circuit Input Voltage Range : +24 V ±10%...
INPUT No25-2 1 to 8, 13 to 15* Not Used * For the pins 1 to 8 and 13 to 15, do not connect anything. Connector Standard D-sub 15 male pin R-I/O Connector (Controller side) Screwlock #4 - 40 RC700-D Rev.2...
The 1 Expansion I/O board 96 to 119 96 to 111 The 2 Expansion I/O board 128 to 151 128 to 143 The 3rd Expansion I/O board 160 to 183 160 to 175 The 4th Expansion I/O board RC700-D Rev.2...
When an expansion I/O board is mounted to the option unit, the Controller software automatically identifies the expansion I/O board. Therefore, no software configuration is needed. Correct identification can be confirmed from EPSON RC+ 7.0. (1) Select the EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu-[Setup]-[System Configuration] to display the [System Configuration] dialog. (2) Select [Controller]-[Inputs / Outputs].
Be sure to wire the output circuit properly because it has no protection circuitry ■ for short-circuit and reverse-connection. Improper wiring may cause malfunction of the parts on the board and then improper function of the robot system. RC700-D Rev.2...
Output common No.64 to 71 Not Used Connector Standard D-sub 50 male pin I/O Connector (Controller side) Screwlock #4 - 40 * The I/O connector, I/O connector cable, terminal block, and I/O connector kit are offered as options. RC700-D Rev.2...
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Not Used Output common No.96 to Not Used Connector Standard D-sub 50 male pin I/O Connector (Controller side) Screwlock #4 - 40 * The I/O connector, I/O connector cable, terminal block, and I/O connector kit are offered as options. RC700-D Rev.2...
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Not Used Output common No.128 to Not Used Connector Standard D-sub 50 male pin I/O Connector (Controller side) Screwlock #4 - 40 * The I/O connector, I/O connector cable, terminal block, and I/O connector kit are offered as options. RC700-D Rev.2...
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Not Used Output common No.160 to Not Used Connector Standard D-sub 50 male pin I/O Connector (Controller side) Screwlock #4 - 40 * The I/O connector, I/O connector cable, terminal block, and I/O connector kit are offered as options. RC700-D Rev.2...
Data bit length 7, 8 Stop bit length 1, 2 Parity Odd, even, NA Terminator CR, LF, CRLF Refer to EPSON RC+ 7.0 Online Help or Users Guide – 13. RS-232C Communications for RS-232C communication from the Robot application. RC700-D Rev.2...
Pin assign of the RS-232C connector is as follows. Pin No Signal Function Signal Direction Data carrier detect Input Receive data Input Send data Output Terminal ready Output Signal ground Data set ready Input Request to send Output Clear to send Input Ring indicator Input RC700-D Rev.2...
For details, refer to the related manuals. When using as the conveyor encoder: Refer to EPSON RC+ 7.0 User’s Guide 16. Conveyor Tracking When using as a PG motion system: Refer to Robot Controller option PG Motion System 14.6 Analog I/O Board 14.6.1 About Analog I/O Board...
Functions 14. Option Slots Overview of Analog I/O Board Circuit Rv: Voltage Input Terminating Resistance (100kΩ), 14.6.2 Board Configuration (Analog I/O Board) RC700-D Rev.2...
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4~20mA ±5V Voltage ±10V output mode 0~5V DAC 2ch Not Use Not Use Not Use Not Use Not Use 0~10V * 0~20mA Current output mode 4~20mA *: Default: DAC default configuration (voltage output: 0 to 10V) SWD1 SWD2 RC700-D Rev.2...
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±10.24V Input Mode 0 to 5.12V ADC 2ch 0 to 10.24V * Current 0 to 24mA Input Mode SWD4: Not used. Please turn them OFF. *: Default: ADC default configuration (voltage input: 0 to 10.24V) SWD1 SWD3 SWD4 RC700-D Rev.2...
I/O board to the optional unit of the Controller. Therefore, no software configuration is needed. Correct identification can be confirmed from EPSON RC+. (1) Select the EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu-[Setup]-[System Configuration] to display the [System Configuration] dialog. (2) Select [Controller]-[Inputs / Outputs]-[Analog I/O]. RC700-D Rev.2...
Applying a voltage more than ±11V may result in malfunction of the board. Improper wiring or short circuit may cause malfunction of the parts on the board and then improper function of the robot system. RC700-D Rev.2...
Shield (DAC 2ch) COM (DAC 2ch) IOUT (DAC 2ch) Shield (DAC 2ch) COM (DAC 2ch) Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used VIN (ADC 2ch) Shield (ADC 2ch) COM (ADC 2ch) RC700-D Rev.2...
Force Sensor can connect to all S250 series. 14.7.2 Board Configuration (Force Sensor I/F Board) Board Appearance Switch and Jumper Configuration Do not change the following DSW1, DSW2, and JMP1 configurations. IRQ5 (Sensor1) IRQ7 IRQ10 JMP1 IRQ11 IRQ15 DSW1 DSW2 CN3 is all open. RC700-D Rev.2...
Force Sensor I/F board to the optional slot of the Controller. Correct identification can be confirmed from EPSON RC+. (1) Select the EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu-[Setup]-[System Configuration] to display the [System Configuration] dialog. (2) Select [Force Sensing]-[Force Sensor I/F Unit].
Reference: 9. EMERGENCY The connector signal placement is described below. Reference: 14.8.11 Emergency stop connecter Pin Assignments List of connectors used Connecter No. Manufacturer Model DD-50PF-N 10126-3000PE, 10326-52K0-008 CN3 (accessory) 10136-3000PE, 10336-52K0-008 T1319320125-000 / T2020252201-000 / Tyco T2020252101-000 RC700-D Rev.2...
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Functions 14. Option Slots Connection outline (IMM: Injection Molding Machine) One EUROMAP67 board: Two EUROMAP67 boards: RC700-D Rev.2...
Reserved for future use by EUROMAP I/O Input (*1) Not fixed by EUROMAP, manufacturer I/O Input (*1) dependent Supply from handling device / robot 0V (Robot → IMM) Emergency stop of robot channel1 Emergency stop of robot channel2 Mold area free RC700-D Rev.2...
14.8.2 Board Settings (EUROMAP67 Board) Configure DIP-Switch (SW1) to enable the robot Controller to recognize the EUROMAP67 board. Board Appearance Switch setting: Setup the DSW1 board board 14.8.3 Installation (EUROMAP67 Board) For the install procedure, please contact the supplier of your region. RC700-D Rev.2...
You can check whether the software has correctly recognized the EUROMAP67 board on the EPSON RC+ 7.0 screen. (1) Select EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu - [Setup] - [System Configuration] to display the [System Configuration] dialog box. (2) Select [Controller] - [Input/Output].
Doing so may damage board parts and prevent the robot system from functioning properly. Note that the I/O logic for controlling the IMM will vary depending on the molding machine. Confirm the proper logic to use before creating programs. RC700-D Rev.2...
When the safety door has been opened on the IMM side: A function is used to communicate the open safeguard instruction to the robot Controller. EUROMAP67 Board: Overview of Emergency stop circuit EUROMAP67 Board: Overview of Safety Door circuit RC700-D Rev.2...
Emergency2 (IMM) 21/20 ZA2/ZC2 Safety1 (IMM) ZA3/ZC3 Safety2 (IMM) 23/22 ZA4/ZC4 24V (Robot) GND (Robot) Emergency1 (Robot) 35/34 A1/C1 Emergency2 (Robot) 19/18 A2/C2 *1: DO NOT input a voltage which exceeds 24V. Board may get damage and burnout. RC700-D Rev.2...
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Emergency2 (IMM) 21/20 ZA2/ZC2 Safety1 (IMM) ZA3/ZC3 Safety2 (IMM) 23/22 ZA4/ZC4 24V (Robot) GND (Robot) Emergency1 (Robot) 35/34 A1/C1 Emergency2 (Robot) 19/18 A2/C2 *1: DO NOT input a voltage which exceeds 24V. Board may get damage and burnout. RC700-D Rev.2...
Emergency Stop circuit 2+ ESTOP2- Emergency Stop circuit 2- SDLATCH1 Safety Door Latch Release SDLATCH2 Safety Door Latch Release SD21 Safety Door input 2 SD22 Safety Door input 2 24V output 24V output 24VGND 24VGND output 24VGND 24VGND output Not Used RC700-D Rev.2...
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Safety Door input 2 SD22 Safety Door input 2 24V output 24V output 24VGND 24VGND output 24VGND 24VGND output Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used RC700-D Rev.2...
Regular Inspection Performing inspection properly is essential to prevent trouble and ensure safety. This volume describes the inspection schedule and contents. Inspect according to the schedule.
Regular Inspection 1. Regular Inspection for RC700-D 1. Regular Inspection for RC700-D This chapter describes maintenance inspection procedures. Performing maintenance inspection properly is essential to prevent trouble and ensure safety. Be sure to perform the maintenance inspections in accordance with the schedule.
2. Backup and Restore 2.1 What is the Backup Controller Function? The Controller configuration set by EPSON RC+ 7.0 can be stored with the “Backup Controller” function. The Controller settings can be restored easily using the data previously stored with “Backup Controller”...
Regular Inspection 2. Backup and Restore 2.3 Backup Backup the Controller status from the EPSON RC+ 7.0. (1) Select EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu-[Tools]-[Controller] to display the [Controller Tools] dialog. (2) Click the <Backup Controller…> button to display the [Browse For Folder] dialog.
■ Do not edit the backup files. Otherwise, operation of the robot system after data CAUTION restoration to the Controller is not assured. (1) Select the EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu-[Tools]-[Controller] to display the [Controller Tools] dialog. (2) Click the <Restore Controller…> button to display the [Browse For Folder] dialog.
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For details, refer to 3. Alarm. This is not selected by the default setting. Restoring saved backup data when check box EPSON RC+ 7.0 Menu- [Setup]- [System Configuration]- [Controller]- [Preferences]- [Enable robot maintenance data] is checked, the robot maintenance data is not applied if the box is not checked. So be careful.
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When different system information is restored, the following warning message appears. Click the <No> button (do not restore data) except for special situations such as Controller replacement. NOTE When restoring the backup including unsupported robot information to the target Controller, an error occurs. RC700-D Rev.2...
Ball screw spline unit on the Joint # 3 When the robot is deleted from the configuration, the maintenance information will also be automatically deleted. For details on the robot configuration, refer to the EPSON RC+ 7.0 User’s Guide 10.1 Setting the Robot Model. ■...
3.2 How to View the Maintenance Information The following shows the procedure to check the configured maintenance information. (1) Select the EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu-[Tools]-[Maintenance] to display the [Controller Tools] dialog box. (2) To check the Controller maintenance information, click the <Maintenance> button and display the [Maintenance] dialog box.
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Remaining months is calculated based on the past operation conditions. Enable to set the period for calculation by “HealthCalcPeriod” command. (Default: seven days of the Controller ON time) Remaining months may not be calculated properly until the period for the calculation passed. RC700-D Rev.2...
3.3 How to Edit the Maintenance Information The following shows the procedure to edit the configured maintenance information. (1) Select the EPSON RC+ 7.0 menu-[Tools]-[Maintenance] to display the [Controller Tools] dialog box. (2) To edit the maintenance information, display the [Maintenance] dialog box.
Status Code / Error Code List The alarm notifying method can be configured by the output bit of the Remote I/O. The Remote I/O can be configured in the EPSON RC+ 7.0- [Setup] - [System Configuration] - [Controller] - [Remote Control].
Appendix B: Open Source Software License Appendix B: Open Source Software License (for RC700-D) (1) This product includes open source software programs listed below according to the license terms of each open source software program. (2) We provide the source code of the Open Source Programs (each is defined below) until five (5) years after the discontinuation of same model of this option product.