Table of Contents Safety Instructions Model Indication and How to Order Names and Functions of Product Parts Definition and terminology Mounting and Installation Installation method Wiring method Analogue Auto Switch Overview Display Sensor Monitor Overview Display Sensor Monitor Settings Overview Initial Settings 3 Step Setting Mode Simple Setting Mode...
Safety Instructions These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations and/or equipment damage. These instructions indicate the level of potential hazard with the labels of "Caution", "Warning" or "Danger". They are all important notes for safety and must be followed in addition to International Standards (ISO/IEC) , and other safety regulations.
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Safety Instructions Caution 1.The product is provided for use in manufacturing industries. The product herein described is basically provided for peaceful use in manufacturing industries. If considering using the product in other industries, consult SMC beforehand and exchange specifications or a contract if necessary. If anything is unclear, contact your nearest sales branch.
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■Operators (1) This Operation Manual is intended for persons who perform assembly, operation and maintenance or inspection of machinery using pneumatic equipment with sufficient knowledge and experience with such equipment. Only such persons are allowed to perform assembly, operation and maintenance or inspection. (2) Read and understand this Operation Manual carefully before performing assembly, operation and maintenance or inspection.
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Caution ■Do not touch the terminals or connectors when energized. Otherwise, an electric shock, malfunction or damage to the product may result. ■After completing maintenance or inspection, perform appropriate functional inspections. Stop the operation in the event of an abnormality such as when the equipment does not operate properly. Otherwise, safety may not be ensured due to an unexpected malfunction.
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(4) Take precautions when multiple cylinders or actuators are used close together. When using two or more cylinders or actuators with a built-in magnet in close proximity to each other arranged in parallel, design so that they will maintain a separation distance of at least 40 mm. (If the separation distance is specified for each of cylinder/actuator series, use that value.) The accuracy of the analogue ASW may be reduced and it may malfunction due to the magnetic field interference between them.
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Mounting and Adjustment Caution (1) Do not drop or apply an impact. Otherwise, components inside the product may be damaged, resulting in malfunction of the product. (2) Observe the tightening torque for mounting. If tightened at a torque higher than the specified torque range (0.15 to 0.25 N·m), the cylinder/actuator body, mounting screws, mounting brackets, and product body, etc.
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Operating Environment Warning (1) Do not use in an environment where there is explosive gases or dustpresent. The analogue ASW and the sensor monitor are not explosion proof. Fire or an explosion may result. Caution (1) Do not use in a place where magnetic fields are generated. Using the product in such a place may cause a malfunction or deterioration in the accuracy of the product.
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Maintenance Warning (1) Removal of equipment and supplying and exhausting the compressed air When removing the equipment, first confirm that measures, such as drop prevention for driven objects and safe lock out, are in place, shut off the air supplied and power supply of the facilities, and exhaust the compressed air inside the system.
Model Indication and How to Order ○Analogue auto switch ○Display sensor monitor ○Options/Part numbers If an option is required independently, order using the following part numbers. Description Part number Remarks Bracket ZS-46-A1 With self tapping screw: Nominal diameter 3 x 8L (2 pcs.) Panel mount adapter ZS-46-B Panel mount adapter...
Names and Functions of Product Parts ○Part names (Analogue auto switch) •D-MH1AD# •D-MH1ADV# ○Part names (Display sensor monitor) Operation LED: Displays the switch operating condition. LCD display: Displays the current analogue voltage, setting mode status and error code. The display method can be selected from four types at the top area of the screen: always in a single red, always in a single green, switching from green to red in conjunction with the output, and switching from red to green in conjunction with the output.
■Definition and terminology Term Definition Bottom hold value display The minimum voltage value up to the present time. mode A phenomenon of repeatedly turning ON and OFF the switch output at high Chattering frequencies. Copy from sensor monitor The sensor monitor at the copy source when using the copy function. A function to copy function settings (excluding settings related to the Copy function operating range).
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Term Definition A difference between the ON and OFF points of the switch. A hysteresis is also referred to as hysteresis. It is a region set outside the ON width on the sensor monitor. Hysteresis Example: If the output point (SP1) is 2688 mV, the ON width (W_1) is 50 mV, and the hysteresis (H_1) is 20 mV: The hysteresis regions of switch output are 2618 to 2638 mV and 2738 to 2758 mV.
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Term Definition The ON range of the switch output which is set in a range from minus to plus for the output point set on the sensor monitor. ON width Example: If the output point (SP1) is 2688 mV and the ON width (W_1) is 50 mV: The range of switch output analogue values is 2638 to 2738 mV.
Mounting and Installation ■Installation method ○Analogue auto switch When mounting the analogue auto switch to the cylinder/actuator, a mounting bracket corresponding to the cylinder/actuator should be used. The mounting method depends on the cylinder/actuator type and tube inner diameter. When mounting a new sensor, confirm that the cylinder/actuator is of the built-in magnet type and then prepare a mounting bracket corresponding to the cylinder/actuator.
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○Mounting with panel mount adapter ●Mount part (a) to the front of the body and fix it. Then insert the body into the panel until (a) comes into contact with the panel front surface. Next, mount part (b) to the body from the rear of the panel and insert it until (b) comes into contact with the panel where (b) is fixed.
■Wiring method ○Wiring connections ●Perform wiring connection work after turning off the power supply. ●Use a separate route for the product wiring. If wires and cables are routed together with power or high voltage cables, malfunction may result due to noise. ●If using a commercially available switching power supply, be sure to ground the frame ground (FG) terminal.
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○Connection between the analogue auto switch and the sensor monitor ●Prepare the analogue ASW cable as shown in the figure below. Sensor connector compliance table Conductor cross sectional area Outside diameter (O.D.) SMC product No. (1 pc.) Colour of cover (mm) 0.8 to 1.0 ZS-28-C...
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Connector attachment/detachment ●When mounting the connector, insert it straight to the pins while holding the lever and connector body and lock the connector by pushing the lever finger into the recessed groove in the housing. ●To pull out the connector, while pushing the lever downward to remove the finger from the recessed groove, pull it straight out.
Analogue Auto Switch Overview When a power voltage is supplied to the analogue ASW, it outputs an analogue voltage of 1 to 5 V according to the magnetic force of the magnet built in the cylinder/actuator. By mounting an analogue ASW on the actuator and reading the analogue output value, the position of the magnet can be detected.
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○High resolution range The range where the angle of the analogue output waveform to the stroke is 0.2 [V/mm] or more in the above determinable range of an analogue output waveform is considered as the high resolution range. As long as it is within the high resolution range, a stroke difference of about ±0.1 mm can be distinguished.
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○Full-stroke detectable actuator An actuator in which the full stroke is smaller than the determinable range is considered as a full-stroke detectable actuator. By mounting an analogue ASW so that the mid point of the stroke and that of the determinable range (approximately 3 V output) match, the entire stroke of the actuator can be determined with one unit of analogue ASW.
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○Mounting an analogue auto switch •Full-stroke detectable actuator With a full-stroke detectable actuator, by mounting the analogue ASW at the recommended position, the position can be determined throughout the entire stroke. •Other actuators Adjust the analogue ASW position so that the point that needs to be detected (workpiece gripping position, etc.) will be close to the centre (approximately 3 V output) of the determinable range.
Display Sensor Monitor Overview By using the analogue ASW and the sensor monitor in combination, the switch output can be obtained according to the analogue value. An analogue ASW can be used without an analogue input card, etc. When the analogue ASW and the sensor monitor are connected, the output voltage of the analogue ASW is displayed on the sensor monitor.
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○Selection of 2 setting mode or 3 setting mode The 2 setting mode or 3 setting mode can be set by operating the sensor monitor. (Set to 3 setting mode by the factory default settings) (Refer to page •2 setting mode In this mode, two points, SP1 and SP2, can be set.
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•The settable range and an output detection range error The monitor has a settable range and you cannot set an operating range exceeding that range. In 3 setting mode, an overlapping setting range cannot be set for SP1, SP2, and SP3. If you try to set one of the above conditions, it will be an SW output detection range error and an error code (Er3) is displayed.
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○Setting example for the analogue auto switch and the display sensor monitor Finger position OUT1 OUT2 Origin position (SP1) Gripping position (SP2) Erroneous chuck (SP3) Other than the above. : There is no limit in the magnitude correlation between SP1 to SP3. -28- No.D-※S-OMA1021...
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You may use an actuator with long stroke by setting a delay time for the sensor monitor (refer to page 41) or use it in combination with a general purpose switch. : By setting a delay time on the sensor monitor to pass through the operating range at a high speed, you can set not to cause an output. (Be sure to configure settings according to the actual operating environment.) : When using for other purposes such as determination, adjust the mounting position of the analogue ASW so that the workpiece gripping point, etc.
Display Sensor Monitor Settings Overview Turn ON the power The product code is displayed for approximately 3 seconds after power is supplied. Then, measurement mode will be displayed. : The switch operation starts within approximately 0.2 seconds after power is supplied. [Initial settings] (Refer to page 32) Set the output specifications, including the NPN or PNP setting, and select the output setting mode.
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[3 Step Setting [Simple Setting [Function [Other Settings] Mode] Mode] Selection Mode] •Key-lock (Refer to page 59) Set 1 set value. Set all the set values Select the settings of (Refer to page 34) and delay time. each function. (Refer to page 35) (Refer to page 36) : The output continues to operate during setting.
Initial Settings Set the output specifications, including the NPN or PNP setting, and select the setting mode. Measurement mode Press the SET button for 3 seconds or longer but less than 5 seconds. [F 0] Displays the switch output specification and setting mode functions. Moves to the setting of switch output NPN or PNP Press the SET button.
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Setting of analogue display inversion The analogue voltage indicated value can be inverted at 3 [V] as the centre. : If the SP1 to SP3 set values have already been set, they will also be inverted in conjunction. Press the UP or DOWN button to select the switch output specification. Press the SET button to save the setting.
3 Step Setting Mode What is the 3 step setting mode? In this mode, only set values can be input in just three steps. Use this mode if you want to use the product immediately after changing only the set values. (The current voltage value is displayed on the main display).
Simple Setting Mode <How to operate> "Simple setting mode" In the simple setting mode, the set value (SP1 to SP3 ) and the delay time (dt) can be changed while checking the current voltage current value (main display). : The setting is possible only in 3 setting mode. (1) Press the SET button for 1 second or longer but less than 3 seconds in measurement mode.
Function Selection Mode ■What is the function selection mode? In measurement mode, press the SET button for 3 seconds or longer but less than 5 seconds to display [F 0]. This [F□□] indicates the mode for changing each functional setting. In function selection mode, press the SET button for 2 seconds or longer to return to measurement mode.
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●[F 2] How to set SP2 Page : The setting items are the same as [F 1]. Item Description Factory default setting ---- Output point (SP2) Set the analogue value to switch output. (Not set) ON width (W_2) Set the ON range to the switch output. Hysteresis (H_2) Set an appropriate hysteresis to prevent chattering.
■[F 0] Switch output specification switchover/setting mode switchover functions ●Setting of switch output NPN or PNP specification changeover The specification can be changed to NPN or PNP output in accordance with the configuration of your equipment. <Example> D-MH1BP: PNP output : It is a common setting for OUT1 and OUT2.
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●Changing the output setting mode The 2 setting mode and 3 setting mode can be changed. •2 setting mode In this mode, two points, SP1 and SP2, can be set. The operating range for each of SP1 and SP2 may be overlapping. N.O.
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<How to operate> Press the SET or DOWN button in function selection mode to display [F 0]. Moves to the setting of switch output NPN or PNP Press the SET button. specification changeover. Setting of switch output NPN or PNP specification changeover Press the UP or DOWN button to select the switch output specification.
■[F 1] SP1 setting When the analogue voltage enters the operating range of SP1, the output turns ON. By the factory default settings, the display colour turns green when the SP1 output is ON and red when the SP1 output is OFF. <How to operate>...
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Setting of the display colour (CoL) Press the UP or DOWN button to select the display colour. : It is a common setting for SP1 to SP3. Press the SET button to save the setting. Returns to function selection mode. [F 1] SP1 setting completed 1: A selected item is enabled after the SET button is pressed.
■[F 2] SP2 setting The setting method is the same as [F 1]. ■[F 3] SP3 setting The setting method is the same as [F 1]. : In 2 setting mode, the display looks as shown in the figure on the right and you cannot move on to settings by pressing the SET button.
■[F 7] Digital filter setting The digital filter can be selected. Output chattering or display flicker in measurement mode can be reduced by setting the digital filter. <How to operate> Press the UP or DOWN button in function selection mode to display [F 7]. Press the SET button.
■[F10] Sub display setting This function is used to change the display method of the sub display. The details of the settings are described on page onward. <How to operate> Press the UP or DOWN button in function selection mode to display [F10]. Press the SET button.
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<The display of the sub display> •Standard In the standard display, display items and their values are shown on the sub display. Select the displayed items by pressing the UP or DOWN button in measurement mode. : Displayed only in 3 setting mode. •2 value display The 2 value display function allows to select and display the items listed below on the right and left side of the sub display.
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○Setting the line name input <How to operate> [F10] Press the UP or DOWN button in the sub display settings screen to display [Sub LinE]. Press the SET button. Moves to the setting of line name input. Setting of the line name input Press the UP or DOWN button to input a line name to display on the sub display.
■[F11] Display resolution setting This function is used to change the number of display digits. The flicker of the display can be reduced. <How to operate> Press the UP or DOWN button in function selection mode to display [F11]. Press the SET button. Moves to the setting of resolution.
■[F80] Power saving mode setting Power saving mode can be selected. This function is used to cause the mode to shift to power saving mode when no button operation is performed for 30 seconds. <How to operate> Press the UP or DOWN button in function selection mode to display [F80]. Press the SET button.
■[F81] Security code input setting This function allows for specifying whether a security code must be entered to unlock the key-lock and changing the security code. <How to operate> Press the UP or DOWN button in function selection mode to display [F81]. Press the SET button.
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Changing the security code setting Press the UP or DOWN button to enter the required security code on the main display. For instructions on how to enter a security code, refer to "How to enter and change the security code" (page After entry, press the SET button for 1 second, which causes the changed security code to start flashing.
■[F90] Setting of all functions All functions can be set in turn. <How to operate> Press the UP or DOWN button in function selection mode to display [F90]. Press the SET button. Moves to the setting of all functions. Setting of all functions Press the UP or DOWN button to select all functions.
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●Setting of each function Order Function Setting of switch output NPN or PNP specification changeover Setting of switch output. N.O. or N.C. specification changeover Setting of analogue display inversion Setting of output setting mode Setting of the output point (SP1) Setting of the ON width (W_1) Setting of the hysteresis (H_1) Setting of the delay time (dt)
■[F97] Copy function selection The set values can be copied. When the output specification is the same, this function becomes available. The set value can be copied by up to 10 units simultaneously. <Connection> Turn off the power before connecting monitors. Connect the FUNC terminal of the copy from sensor monitor and the copy to sensor monitor and turn the power ON.
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Copy ready status The copy ready status is maintained even if the power supply is turned off. コピー準備状態 Press the SET button to start copying. Copy from sensor monitor Copy to pressure sensor monitor Sending/ Main display: Main display: Red Receiving Green •When completed...
■[F98] Output check The switch output operation and analogue output operation can be selected for an output check. The output can be turned ON or OFF arbitrarily. <How to operate> Press the UP or DOWN button in function selection mode to display [F98]. Press the SET button.
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OUT2 output check Press the UP or DOWN button to select OUT2 output check. Press SET button to return to [n] (Normal output), then press SET button to save the setting. Returns to function selection mode. [F98] Output check setting completed : Press the SET button for 2 seconds or longer to return from any setting item to measurement mode.
■[F99] Reset to default settings If the product settings are uncertain, the factory default values can be restored. <How to operate> Press the UP or DOWN button in function selection mode to display [F99]. Press the SET button. Moves to reset to default settings. Reset to default settings Press the UP or DOWN button [oFF] When (Not used) is...
Other Settings ○Snap shot function The current indicated value can be set to the output points SP1 to SP3. In 3 step setting mode, simple setting mode, or function selection mode, select [SP#] for the display of the sub display (left). While the sub display (right) is flashing, press the UP and DOWN buttons simultaneously for 1 second or longer.
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○Key-lock function The key lock function is used to prevent errors occurring due to unintentional changes of the set values. If the SET button is pressed when the key-lock is enabled, [LoC] is displayed on the sub display (right) for 1 second.
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<Operation – With security code> •Locking (1) Press the SET button for 5 seconds or longer in measurement mode. When [oPE] is displayed on the main display, release the button. The current setting [LoC] or [UnL] will be displayed on the sub display. (2) Press the UP or DOWN button to select Lock [LoC] and then press the SET button to enable the setting.
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●How to enter and change the security code The left most digit starts flashing. Press the UP or DOWN button to specify a digit. Press the SET button to make the next digit to the right flash. (If the SET button is pressed at the last digit, the first digit will start flashing.) After the setting is completed, press and hold the SET button for 1 second or longer.
Maintenance How to reset the product after a power loss or when the power has been unexpectedly removed The settings for the product are retained in memory prior to the power loss or de-energizing of the product. The output condition is also recoverable to that prior to the power loss or de-energizing. However, this may change depending on the operating environment.
Troubleshooting When any failure occurs with this product, the following chart can be used to identify the cause of the failure. If a cause applicable to the troubles cannot be identified and normal operation is recovered by replacement with a new product, this indicates that the product itself is faulty. The product may fail depending on the operating environment (network configuration, etc.).
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The switch output The operation LED sensor monitor does not Refer to Problem No. 1 stays on stays on operate normally The operation LED Product failure stays off Refer to Problem No. 2 The switch output The operation LED Product failure stays off stays on The operation LED...
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○Troubleshooting list •Analogue ASW Problem Problem Phenomenon Investigation method Countermeasures Possible causes Power supply Set the specified power Check the power supply voltage. failure supply voltage value. Mis wiring, Check the wiring. Connect the wire correctly. poor wiring Cannot be used in a welding The analogue Check to see if a ferromagnetic field environment or other...
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•Display sensor monitor Problem Problem Possible Phenomenon Investigation method Countermeasures causes (1) Set the output point The output stays (1) Check the output point setting. again. ON; the operation Incorrect output (2) Check the ON width and (2) Set the ON width and LED stays ON;...
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Problem Problem Phenomenon Investigation method Countermeasures Possible causes (1) Check if an over current of 80 mA (1)(2) Connect the or more is flowing to the output. appropriate load. (2) Check if the connected load (3) Use a relay with surge complies with the specification.
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Problem Problem Phenomenon Investigation method Countermeasures Possible causes Incorrect Check if the power supply voltage is Supply power in the range power supply in the range 12 to 24 VDC ±10%. 12 to 24 VDC ±10%. Check the power supply wiring. Check if the brown and blue wires are Check and correct the Incorrect wiring...
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○Error display function This function is to display error location and content when a problem or error has occurred. Error name Error indication Description Measures Turn the power off and remove the Over current The switch output load current is 80 cause of the over current.
Specifications ○Analogue auto switch Model D-MH1AD(V) Power supply voltage 12 to 24 VDC ±10% ripple max. 10% p-p (with polarity protection) Current consumption 10 mA or less Output specification Analogue voltage output: 1 to 5 V Approx. 1 kΩ Output impedance Output repeatability 1 ±20 mV...
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○Display sensor monitor Model D-MH1B# Applicable sensor D-MH1AD(V)# Rated pressure range 1000 to 5000 [mV] Display and settable range 800 to 5200 [mV] Display and minimum set unit 2 [mV] Power supply voltage 12 to 24 VDC ±10%, ripple max. 10% p-p (with polarity protection) Current consumption 35 mA or less Display accuracy...
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