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Machine Automation Controller NJ-series Robot Integrated CPU Unit User's Manual NJ501-R520 NJ501-R500 NJ501-R420 NJ501-R400 NJ501-R320 NJ501-R300 CPU Unit O037-E1-03...
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Moreover, because OMRON is constantly striving to improve its high-quality products, the infor- mation contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. 3. Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. Nevertheless, OMRON as- sumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing an NJ-series Robot Integrated CPU Unit. This manual contains information that is necessary to use the robot control function of the NJ-series CPU Unit. Please read this manual and make sure you understand the functionality and performance of the NJ-series CPU Unit before you attempt to use it in a control system.
Introduction to NJ-series Controllers ¡ Setting devices and hardware Using motion control ¡ ¡ Using EtherCAT ¡ Using EtherNet/IP ¡ Using robot control for OMRON robots ¡ Software settings Using motion control ¡ Using EtherCAT ¡ ¡ Using EtherNet/IP ¡...
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Using motion control ¡ Using EtherCAT ¡ ¡ Using EtherNet/IP ¡ Using the database connection service ¡ Using robot control for OMRON robots ¡ ¡ ¡ Using robot control with NJ Robotics function ¡ Learning about error management functions and ¡ corrections...
Manual Structure Manual Structure Page Structure The following page structure is used in this manual. Level 1 heading 4 Installation and Wiring Level 2 heading Mounting Units Level 3 heading Level 2 heading Gives the current Level 3 heading headings. 4-3-1 Connecting Controller Components The Units that make up an NJ-series Controller can be connected simply by pressing the Units together...
Manual Structure Special Information Special information in this manual is classified as follows: Precautions for Safe Use Precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure safe usage of the product. Precautions for Correct Use Precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure proper operation and performance. Additional Information Additional information to read as required.
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Manual Structure NJ-series Robot Integrated CPU Unit User's Manual (O037)
Sections in this Manual Sections in this Manual Introduction to Robot System Control Integrated CPU Unit Instructions Robot Control System Troubleshooting Configuration and Functions Robot Control Param- Appendices eters Program Design of Index Robot Control Robot Control Function Robot Control Instructions Variables and Instructions Common Command Instructions Robot Command Instructions...
CONTENTS CONTENTS Introduction ......................1 Intended Audience............................1 Applicable Products ............................1 Relevant Manuals..................... 2 Manual Structure...................... 4 Page Structure..............................4 Special Information ............................5 Precaution on Terminology ..........................5 Sections in this Manual ................... 7 Terms and Conditions Agreement................ 13 Warranty, Limitations of Liability ........................13 Application Considerations ..........................14 Disclaimers ..............................14 Safety Precautions....................
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Clear All Memory........................2-22 Backup and Restore Operations ..................2-24 2-9-1 Backup and Restore Operations for Robot Integrated CPU Unit ..........2-24 2-9-2 Backup and Restore Operations for OMRON Robot ..............2-28 2-10 Security..........................2-29 2-10-1 Robot System Operation Authority....................2-29 2-10-2 CPU Unit Write Protection......................2-29...
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Languages of Robot Control Instructions ...................6-7 6-2-3 Locations of Robot Control Instructions ..................6-7 6-2-4 OMRON Robot Specification Method in Sequence Control Program ........6-11 6-2-5 Multi-execution of Robot Control Instructions ................6-11 6-2-6 Executing Robot Control Instructions to Uncreated Robots ............6-12...
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CONTENTS Section 8 Common Command Instructions RC_ExecVpPrgTask .........................8-2 Variables ...............................8-2 Function ................................8-3 RC_AbortVpPrgTask........................8-6 Variables ...............................8-6 Function ................................8-7 RC_GetVpPrgTaskStatus ........................8-8 Variables ...............................8-8 Function ................................8-9 Precautions for Correct Use ........................8-10 RC_ConvertCoordSystem ......................8-11 Variables ..............................8-11 Function ..............................8-12 RC_WriteVParameter ........................8-14 Variables ..............................8-14 Function ..............................8-15 Sample Programming ..........................8-16 RC_ReadVParameter ........................8-17 Variables ..............................8-17...
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11-1-3 Error Levels ..........................11-3 11-1-4 Errors Related to EtherCAT Communications and EtherCAT Slaves ........11-3 11-1-5 OMRON Robot Events ......................11-4 11-2 Identifying and Resetting Errors ..................11-6 11-2-1 How to Check for Errors ......................11-6 11-2-2 How to Reset Errors ........................11-7 11-3 Error Table ..........................
Omron’s exclusive warranty is that the Products will be free from defects in materials and work- manship for a period of twelve months from the date of sale by Omron (or such other period ex- pressed in writing by Omron). Omron disclaims all other warranties, express or implied.
WAY CONNECTED WITH THE PRODUCTS, WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY. Further, in no event shall liability of Omron Companies exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted. Application Considerations...
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Product. Errors and Omissions Information presented by Omron Companies has been checked and is believed to be accurate; how- ever, no responsibility is assumed for clerical, typographical or proofreading errors or omissions. NJ-series Robot Integrated CPU Unit User's Manual (O037)
Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Definition of Precautionary Information The following notation is used in this manual to provide precautions required to ensure safe usage of the NJ-series Robot Integrated CPU Unit. The safety precautions that are provided are extremely important for safety. Always read and heed the information provided in all safety precautions.
• NJ-series CPU Unit Hardware User’s Manual (Cat. No. W500) Designing Systems When you build a robot system including this CPU Unit and OMRON robots, be sure to comply with laws and regulations relating to the safety of industrial robot application in a country or region where the robots are used to design and operate the system.
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Safety Precautions Operation Do not remove the SD Memory Card during operation when you use the robot control function with this product. Doing so causes the robot control function to stop due to an error. The V+ program files and the robot setting files in the SD Memory Card are required for the operation of the Robot Control Function Module.
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