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Robostar Robot Controller N2M Series Installation and handling Manual Version: N2M-IM-E01 Issued Data: August 21, 2020...
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Copyright 2020, ROBOSTAR Co., Ltd. All right reserved. Copyright of this instruction manual is reserved to Robostar Co., Ltd. Any part of this manual cannot be used as other forms or other means without permission of Robostar. The specifications are subject to change without notice in advance.
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(2) Failures arising due to improper repair, alteration, redeployment, or other mishandling, under the instruction of you or any third party (3) Failures as a result of using parts, grease, etc. which have not been designated by Robostar (4) Failures caused by accidents, such as fire, disaster, earthquake, storms, or other natural disasters...
This sign shows the matter that is to be prohibited for normal use of the product. PROHIBITION E.g.) Never use a fire. This sign shows the matter that must be performed for normal use of the product. Required E.g.) Compulsory ground is required. Robostar Co., Ltd. 4 / 87...
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All of the load and power must be used within the range of rated load and power spec. In particular, make sure before use that the input power is AC 220V. WARNING When installed, the robot must be securely fixed so as not to be shaken. CAUTION Robostar Co., Ltd. 5 / 87...
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Make sure to check the wirings of a controller before powering on it.Due to the incorrect wirings, the machine may not work properly. To prevent electrical shock, be sure to install FG (Frame Ground). Robostar Co., Ltd. 6 / 87...
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ON/OFF and driving a motor manually, be sure to check the mutual safety before starting the work. DANGER When in maintenance of the robot, be sure to unplug a power cord of the controller CAUTION Robostar Co., Ltd. 7 / 87...
If you are installing a safety net having a door, install a detector or other sensors so that the robot is stopped immediately after the door is opened. ⑤ The safety net must be distanced by 40 cm or farther from robot motion area and the robot body. Robostar Co., Ltd. 8 / 87...
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- Class 3 Ground (Ground resistance is not more than 100Ω.) (11) Lamp indicating the robot power supplying status - Install a lamp which indicates whether the power source is being supplied to the robot Robostar Co., Ltd. 9 / 87...
If any one of the double switches of the safety circuit is shorted, the motor contact is cut off and the brake is activated to stop the robot. Make sure that safety circuits are never ignored, modified or altered in any way. Robostar Co., Ltd. 10 / 87...
Since there is a risk of collision between the robot and the operator during the operation of the robot, provide a safety net so that the operator does not come close to the robot. Robostar Co., Ltd. 11 / 87...
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Do not design a system that carries your hand inside the safety net to carry in or take out work. There is a risk of crushing or cutting accidents. Be sure to place the robot and peripheral devices in the same way as above. Robostar Co., Ltd. 12 / 87...
5.1 I/O assignment ......................52 5.2 I/O specification ......................52 5.3 USER I/O interface ......................53 5.4 USER I/O circuit diagram ....................56 5.5 USER I/O Terminal Block ....................58 5.6 Extension user I/O interface (Option) ................59 Robostar Co., Ltd. 13 / 87...
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2.1 Check and replace the cooling fan ................78 2.2 Check and replace the RTC battery ................82 3. To do after replacing parts ....................84 3.1 Setting Home Position ....................84 Chapter 7 Revision ........................85 Literature Reference ......................... 86 Robostar Co., Ltd. 14 / 87...
Controller Overview Chapter 1 Controller Overview 1. Features N2M Series Controller is a high-performance robot controller for a wide variety of applications, and has the following features. 6 axis Vertical articulated robot Controls 2 to 6 axis Cartesian coordinate robot and SCARA robot ...
For identification of the model name, refer to a code table below. 2.1 Position of name plate 6 Axis Controller(Standard) ① ② <Front View> ③ ④ <Side View> Robostar Co., Ltd. 16 / 87...
KCS, CE Certified ② Specification name plate ① Standard Name plate Robostar N2M CONTROLLER MODEL : N2M-RA012-RD SPEC. : N2M-DR361S-DD -G-CS-X-C-X-X-X-S0 SER. NO. : Robostar Co., Ltd. ④ Safety name plate ③ electric shock name plate Robostar Co., Ltd. 17 / 87...
RS-232C connector Field Bus(EtherCAT) connector(interface) Teach Pendant connector USER I/O connector(input 20/output 20) LED1 MAIN12V, IO24V, SAFETY 24V power LED LED2 MAIN board power LED Interface board status LED LED3 (Green: EtherCAT, Red: I/F alarm) Robostar Co., Ltd. 24 / 87...
AC servo motor drive (Sine wave PWM current control) ref. 1) Additional shaft specifications are in accordance with the maximum installation specification and are rated for 5 kW servo capacity and maximum current (A). Robostar Co., Ltd. 25 / 87...
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Option Ext. User In/Out (32pts./32pts.), Maximum (64pts./64pts.) Jog Teaching (Teach Pendant) Teaching Type MDI Teaching (Teach Pendant) On-Line Teaching (Uni-Host) Robot Language RRL 2.0 (ROBOSTAR Robot Language Version 2) Maximum 250 EA Robot Program Step Maximum 10,000 step Support Standard...
If the installation environment is not proper, the function and performance may not be fully accomplished, as well as the life of the device may be shortened and unexpected failures may be caused. Robostar Co., Ltd. 29 / 87...
The minimum clearances Install at least 400mm above the ground. Install at least 500mm away from walls. (1) N2M Controller [Unit : mm] <Top> <Front> <Side> Robostar Co., Ltd. 30 / 87...
Intake Fan Exhaust vent <Rear> <Side> 8 axis controller(extension) Intake Fan Exhaust vent Intake Fan Exhaust vent <Side> <Rear> The cooling method of the controller is a forced blowing method using fans. Robostar Co., Ltd. 31 / 87...
Robot Connection and External Interface Chapter 3 Robot Connection and External Interface 1. Construction of robot system N2M Series Robot System is constructed as follows. For the interface of each part, see the next chapter. Construction of robot system Machine...
3 phase AC220V <Inside view> <Main switch> In case the connector of the power cable to robot is wrongly connected, a circuit breaker shuts off or the inside of the controller may be damaged. Robostar Co., Ltd. 33 / 87...
<Teach Pendant> <N2M 6 axis Controller> Teach Pendant connector Controller connector JR25PK-24SC(HIROSE) Teach Pendant connector JR25PK-24PC(HIROSE) Be sure screw-lock with connection. If the connector is disconnected, controller status will be emergency stop. Robostar Co., Ltd. 34 / 87...
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G T/P Connection open input TP OPEN T/P connection open input TP MODE COM T/P mode common contact TP MODE T/P mode status input TP DM Deadman status Input TP EMG T/P Emergency status Input Robostar Co., Ltd. 35 / 87...
This indicates how to connect machine safety input/output interfaces. It is possible to construct safety circuit(more than 3 of Safety Category) through machine safety input/output interfaces Path of cable Machine Safety <Side> <Rear> Machine Safety Terminal Cable mount <Path of Cable> Robostar Co., Ltd. 36 / 87...
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It is an emergency stop signal in automatic(system) mode. The customer have to input NC when normal state. If an alarm occurs, the customer has to input NO. If the signal is NO, Interlock Auto alarm turns on and motor will be shut off. Robostar Co., Ltd. 38 / 87...
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NC 11 ↔ NC 12, NC 21 ↔ NC 22 The contacts must be ON-OFF simultaneously. (2B / 2B-1A contact applied) Normal state : Normal Close signal input Alarm state : Normal Open signal input Robostar Co., Ltd. 39 / 87...
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Controller (T/P) mode External operation mode Controller active mode MANUAL MANUAL MANUAL AUTO(SYSTEM) MANUAL MANUAL MANUAL AUTO MANUAL AUTO(SYSTEM) AUTO AUTO(SYSTEM) For index mode input contact, NC and NO signals must be entered simultaneously. Robostar Co., Ltd. 40 / 87...
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NC contact is an abbreviation of Normally Close, which means that the contact is closed when it is in the default condition. NO contact is an abbreviation of Normally Open, which means that the contact is opened when it is in the default condition. Robostar Co., Ltd. 42 / 87...
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Safety level is no recognized when used as an interface used in the robot manufacturing process. The user must use the contact with open. Robostar Co., Ltd. 43 / 87...
Before using the host mode, after setting the parameters of the controller using the teach pendant, Set the same baud rate for the controller and computer. Cabling path Host PC <Side> <Rear> Cable mount <Cabling patch> Robostar Co., Ltd. 45 / 87...
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Computer. (Using a wire 2 mm or more, connect the FG terminal of the controller with the FG terminal of the host computer. ■ Use a serial cable not longer than 10m. ■ Connector Spec.: D-Sub 9s (Socket Type) Robostar Co., Ltd. 46 / 87...
After connecting the robot cable, make sure that housing locks (a connector locking device) of the controller-side connector are completely engaged with each other. Controller label can be changed according to robot. Robostar Co., Ltd. 47 / 87...
I/O. Cabling path Sensor <Side> <Rear> USER I/O Terminal Block(Option) Cable Mount <Cabling path> Pay particular attention that incorrect connection could damage the controller, as well as the peripherals. Robostar Co., Ltd. 51 / 87...
Input Resistance 4.7kΩ I/O Contacts 20pts 20pts Controller Connector MDR 10250-52A2PL, 3M External Connector MDR 10250-3000PE, 3M N2M-Series does not provide internal power source for I/O. Be sure to use the external power source. Robostar Co., Ltd. 52 / 87...
N type : Input → Positive Common (24V+), Output → Negative Common (24V-) P type : Input → Negative Common (24V-), Output → Positive Common (24V+) Connect the power supply N • P type distinctly. Incorrect wiring may cause damage to the controller. Robostar Co., Ltd. 53 / 87...
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User Input Contact 17 USER IN 18 User Input Contact 18 USER IN 19 User Input Contact 19 ‘-’ sign means the unused pin. Ref. 1) refer to 5.4 User I/O circuit diagram Robostar Co., Ltd. 54 / 87...
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User Output Contact 17 USER OUT 18 User Output Contact 18 USER OUT 19 User Output Contact 19 ‘-’ sign means the unused pin. Ref. 1) refer to 5.4 User I/O circuit diagram Robostar Co., Ltd. 55 / 87...
Mis-wiring may cause the internal parts to be destroyed. Pay special attention to the polarity of the common contacts. The external supply voltage has to be DC 24V±10% When soldering connector pins, provide pins with tubes to prevent short-circuit of pins. Robostar Co., Ltd. 56 / 87...
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Mis-wiring may cause the internal parts to be destroyed. Pay special attention to the polarity of the common contacts. The external supply voltage has to be DC 24V±10% When soldering connector pins, provide pins with tubes to prevent short-circuit of pins. Robostar Co., Ltd. 57 / 87...
USER OUT 19 USER OUT 4 USER OUT 12 USER OUT 5 USER OUT 13 USER OUT 6 USER OUT 14 USER OUT 7 USER OUT 15 ‘-’ sign means the unused pin. Robostar Co., Ltd. 58 / 87...
Extended User Input Contact 51(83) ‘-’ sign means the unused pin. The numbers in ‘( )’ apply with secondary Ext. user I/O board. Ref. 2) refer to 5.7 User I/O circuit diagram Robostar Co., Ltd. 59 / 87...
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P type : VCC Common (Ref. 2) ‘-’ sign means the unused pin. The numbers in ‘( )’ apply with secondary Ext. user I/O board. Ref. 2) refer to 5.7 User I/O circuit diagram Robostar Co., Ltd. 60 / 87...
Mis-wiring may cause the internal parts to be destroyed. Pay special attention to the polarity of the common contacts. The external supply voltage has to be DC 24V±10% When soldering connector pins, provide pins with tubes to prevent short-circuit of pins. Robostar Co., Ltd. 61 / 87...
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Mis-wiring may cause the internal parts to be destroyed. Pay special attention to the polarity of the common contacts. The external supply voltage has to be DC 24V±10% When soldering connector pins, provide pins with tubes to prevent short-circuit of pins. Robostar Co., Ltd. 62 / 87...
Board ID 1 USER IN 20~51, USER OUT 20~51 IO No. assignment Board ID 2 USER IN 52~83, USER OUT 52~83 When using two extension boards, be sure to set different board IDs. Robostar Co., Ltd. 63 / 87...
After connector connection, be sure to engage a screw-lock of the connector. ▶ If the connector is unexpectedly separated, the controller will fall into the emergency state. ▶ If the connector is separated, the controller doesn’t apply to KCs certification. Robostar Co., Ltd. 64 / 87...
2.2 Operation keys ① : Emergency stop switch ② : Mode select switch ③ : LCD display ④ : Model name of teach pendant ⑤ : LED indicator ⑥ : Function key ⑦ : Deadman switch Robostar Co., Ltd. 66 / 87...
Ex.) When to write a robot program in JOB mode ▶ Only four commands can be displayed on 1 screen and so, if the direction key is used when more than 4 commands are necessary, other commands can be shown. Robostar Co., Ltd. 67 / 87...
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Used to input the desired data. ▶ Usage is dependent on a mode. ex.) Parameter mode→ The sign changes when this key is pressed. JOB mode→ This key is used to input the command when writing a program. Robostar Co., Ltd. 68 / 87...
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JOG movement and INCH movement can be performed. (12) Character Key ▶ Used to enter the characters. ▶ Used to type JOB name, or to enter variable name, label name, sub-execution sentence name in commands Robostar Co., Ltd. 69 / 87...
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On a point teaching (CURR) screen, the brake of each axis can be turned on/off. ▶ While in operation (RUN mode), robot moving velocity is increased. ▶ While in operation (RUN mode), robot moving velocity is decreased. Robostar Co., Ltd. 70 / 87...
When the moderate pressure is loaded on the switch When too strong pressure is loaded on the switch If the Deadman Switch is turned OFF, the robot does not operate or stops while in operation. Robostar Co., Ltd. 71 / 87...
It occurs when the status of servo doesn’t match. 1434 Over Trq error It occurs when the defined torque limit value was exceeded. 2101 T/P emergency It occurs when the T/P stops by an emergency stop switch. Robostar Co., Ltd. 72 / 87...
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Abnormal value in factory setting 4501 Ethercat stop In case of complete loss in EtherCAT communication 4502 Ethercat Comm fail In case of error during EtherCAT communication 5010-0 General overcurrent General overcurrent 5010-1 Hardware overcurrent Hardware overcurrent detected Robostar Co., Ltd. 73 / 87...
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Rectifier overload Supply unit: Rectifier Overload 5024-29 DC link balance err Supply unit: DC link voltage balance out of range 5024-30 Short circuit detect Supply unit: Brake transistor or DC link short circuit detected Robostar Co., Ltd. 74 / 87...
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Error in motor parameters/ synchronous motor Encoder #1: Battery low, multiturn position is lost (Encoder error 5036-220 Multiturn pos lost#1 while switched off) Encoder #1: SmartAbs encoder error (Encoder error while switched 5036-230 SmartAbs encoder err off) Robostar Co., Ltd. 75 / 87...
If the alarm is not released, the alarm message is occurred again. ⑥ When the alarm release is completed, the alarm message window disappears and the alarm LED is turned off, and the controller and the robot can be driven normally. Robostar Co., Ltd. 76 / 87...
Refer to the robot manual for robot encoder battery installation position and how to replace it. (The normal exchange cycle is 3 years under the condition of operating 8 hours a day.) Make sure to turn the power off when replacing parts. Robostar Co., Ltd. 77 / 87...
Remove the [Screw1] for fixing with a PC Box. ③ Separate the Inside fan1 with [separation direction]. ④ Disconnect the connector to the fan. ⑤ Remove the [Screw2] and separate the fan. ⑥ Install new fan in order from ⑤ to ② Robostar Co., Ltd. 78 / 87...
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How to replace ① Turn off the power. ② Disconnect the connector to the fan. ③ Remove the [Screw2] and separate the fan. ④ Install new fan in order from ③ to ② Robostar Co., Ltd. 79 / 87...
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Disconnect the connector to the fan. ⑤ Remove the [Screw2] and separate the fan. ⑥ Install new fan in order from ⑤ to ② When removing the rear cover, be careful not to pull the connected cable. Robostar Co., Ltd. 80 / 87...
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Remove the rear cover fixing screw. ⑨ Remove the rear cover. ⑩ Disconnect the connector to the fan. ⑪ Remove the [Screw2] and separate the fan. ⑫ Install new fan in order from ⑤ to ② Robostar Co., Ltd. 81 / 87...
Check the main board battery position of the main module. ④ With the battery mounted on the board, measure the DC voltage by contacting the ground of the board and the + pole of the battery with the multimeter probe. [Picture] Measurement example Robostar Co., Ltd. 82 / 87...
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+ Pole - Pole Pole When replacing the battery, be careful of terminal shorting and ESD inflow. Batteries should be stored within the manufacturer's recommended temperature and humidity, otherwise life may be reduced. Robostar Co., Ltd. 83 / 87...
PARA(1) – BODY – OFFS – ZCAL - MDI Origin position and posture are different according to robot capacity and model. Please refer to the corresponding robot manual. For detailed operation, refer to N2 Controller Operating Manual. Robostar Co., Ltd. 84 / 87...
This explains the method to use the controller and teach pendant, parameter setting, JOB program editing and additional functions. Programming manual N2-PM-E□□ This explains the method to create RRL (Robostar robot language) that is the Robostar robot program and describes the commands. Unihost manual N2-HM-E□□...
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N2M Series Controller Installation and handling Manual First edition, August 21, 2020 ROBOSTAR CO., LTD. ROBOT R&D CENTER...
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