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Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product. Before you use the product, please carefully read through the user’s manual, and understand it in detail to use the product properly. Types of Manual ● The following user’s manuals are available for the FP-XH series. Please refer to a relevant manual for the unit and purpose of your use.
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Doing so may result in electrical shock. ● If this product is used in any way that is not specified by Panasonic, its protection function may be impaired. ● This product has been developed and manufactured for industrial use only.
1.2.1 Expansion to the FP-XH Control Unit ..........1-3 1.2.2 Restrictions on Using the FP-X Expansion FP0 Adapter ....1-3 1.3 Names and Functions of Parts............1-5 1.3.1 Analog Input Unit (AFPXHEAD4)............. 1-5 1.3.2 Analog Input Unit (AFPXHEAD8)............. 1-6 1.3.3 Analog Output Unit (AFPXHEDA4) ..........1-7 1.3.4 Analog I/O Unit (AFPXHEA21) ............
1.1 Overview of the Unit 1.1.1 Unit Type Product name Specifications Product no. FP-XH Expansion Analog Input Unit Analog input × 4CH AFPXHEAD4 Analog input × 8CH AFPXHEAD8 FP-XH Expansion Analog Output Unit Analog output × 4CH AFPXHEDA4 FP-XH Expansion Analog I/O Unit Analog input ×...
1.2 Unit Combinations 1.2 Unit Combinations 1.2.1 Expansion to the FP-XH Control Unit ■ System configuration Up to eight FP-XH Expansion Analog Units can be connected. FP-XH Control Unit FP-XH Expansion Analog Unit (up to eight units) ■ Regarding I/O number Expansion location Input Output 1st Expansion Unit...
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1.2 Unit Combinations Unit Description FP-XH Control Unit FP-XH Expansion Analog Unit Up to seven FP-X Expansion Analog Units can be connected when using the FP-X Expansion FP0 Adapter. FP-X Expansion FP0 Adapter Connect it to the right of the FP-XH Expansion Analog Unit. Only one unit can be connected.
1.3 Names and Functions of Parts 1.3 Names and Functions of Parts 1.3.1 Analog Input Unit (AFPXHEAD4) ■ Product image ■ Names and functions of parts Name Function Power indicator LED Lights up when the power is turned on. Power supply terminal This is used to connect the power supply to drive the Unit.
1.3 Names and Functions of Parts 1.3.2 Analog Input Unit (AFPXHEAD8) ■ Product image (10) ■ Names and functions of parts Name Function Power indicator LED Lights up when the power is turned on. Power supply terminal This is used to connect the power supply to drive the Unit. Expansion cover Remove the cover when connecting the expansion cable.
1.3 Names and Functions of Parts 1.3.3 Analog Output Unit (AFPXHEDA4) ■ Product image (10) ■ Names and functions of parts Name Function Power indicator LED Lights up when the power is turned on. Power supply terminal This is used to connect the power supply to drive the Unit. Expansion cover Remove the cover when connecting the expansion cable.
1.3 Names and Functions of Parts 1.3.4 Analog I/O Unit (AFPXHEA21) ■ Product image ■ Names and functions of parts Name Function Power indicator LED Lights up when the power is turned on. Power supply terminal This is used to connect the power supply to drive the Unit. Expansion cover Remove the cover when connecting the expansion cable.
2.1 Wiring the Power Supply 2.1 Wiring the Power Supply 2.1.1 Common Precautions ■ Selection of power supply ● Use a low noise power supply. ● The inherent noise resistance is sufficient for the noise superimposed on the power wires, however, the noise can be attenuated further by using the insulation transformer or insulated power supply.
2.1 Wiring the Power Supply 2.1.3 Terminal Layout ■ Power supply terminal (1) (2) (3) Pin No. Name Function 24 V Power supply input (+) Power supply input (-) Power supply GND WUME-FPXHAIO-01...
● Do not place the analog input wiring line or analog output wiring line close to the AC line, high-tension line, or load other than that for the PLC. Also, do not bundle the wiring line with them. 2.2.2 Terminal Layout (AFPXHEAD4, AFPXHEAD8) ■ Analog terminal block 1...
2.2 Wiring the Analog I/O Pin No. Name Function Channel Voltage / current signal input Input common Voltage / current signal input Input common Voltage / current signal input Input common Voltage / current signal input Input common (Note 1) All COM terminals are connected within the unit.
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2.2 Wiring the Analog I/O Pin No. Name Function Channel Voltage signal output Current signal output Output common Not used Voltage signal output Current signal output Output common Not used (Note 1) All COM terminals are connected within the unit. ■...
2.2 Wiring the Analog I/O 2.2.4 Terminal Layout (AFPXHEA21) ■ Analog terminal block 1 Pin No. Name Function Channel Voltage / current signal input Input CH0 Input common Voltage / current signal input Input CH1 Input common Not used Voltage signal output Output CH1 Current signal output Output common...
2.3 Wiring to the Connector 2.3 Wiring to the Connector 2.3.1 Suitable Parts and Tools A spring connection type is used for the terminal block of the analog I/O section. Perform wire connection properly by referring to the compatible products listed in the following tables. Compatible wires (stranded wire) Size Nominal cross-sectional area...
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2.3 Wiring to the Connector (Note 1) The above illustration shows an eight-pin type when it is removed from the unit. (Note 2) Use a screwdriver listed in the following table as a dedicated tool or equivalent (blade width: 0.4 x 2.5).
3 Program Creation 3.1 List of I/O Allocations ................3-2 3.1.1 AFPXHEAD4..................3-2 3.1.2 AFPXHEAD8..................3-2 3.1.3 AFPXHEDA4..................3-4 3.1.4 AFPXHEA21 ..................3-4 3.2 Stored Data of the Input Contact (WX) ..........3-6 3.2.1 Analog Input Values ................. 3-6 3.2.2 Analog Output Status ............... 3-7 3.3 Stored Data of the Output Contact (WY) ..........3-8...
3.1 List of I/O Allocations 3.1 List of I/O Allocations 3.1.1 AFPXHEAD4 The I/O allocation at each expansion location is as follows. ● Of the numbers occupied by the unit, the areas where no I/O allocation is assigned are reserved areas for the system. Do not use them for user programs.
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3.1 List of I/O Allocations ● Of the numbers occupied by the unit, the areas where no I/O allocation is assigned are reserved areas for the system. Do not use them for user programs. Input contact (WX) Item Expansion location 1st unit 2nd unit 3rd unit...
3.1 List of I/O Allocations 3.1.3 AFPXHEDA4 The I/O allocation at each expansion location is as follows. ● Of the numbers occupied by the unit, the areas where no I/O allocation is assigned are reserved areas for the system. Do not use them for user programs. Input contact (WX) Item Expansion location...
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3.1 List of I/O Allocations Input contact (WX) Item Expansion location 1st unit 2nd unit 3rd unit 4th unit 5th unit 6th unit 7th unit 8th unit I/O numbers WX30- WX40- WX50- WX60- WX70- WX80- WX90- WX100- occupied by the unit WX39 WX49 WX59...
3.2 Stored Data of the Input Contact (WX) 3.2.1 Analog Input Values Digital conversion values corresponding to the analog input are stored. ■ Applicable model Model Channel AFPXHEAD4 CH0 to CH3 AFPXHEAD8 CH0 to CH7 AFPXHEA21 CH0 to CH1 ■...
3.2 Stored Data of the Input Contact (WX) Channel Expansion location 1st unit 2nd unit 3rd unit 4th unit 5th unit 6th unit 7th unit 8th unit WX37 WX47 WX57 WX67 WX77 WX87 WX97 WX107 ● Regardless whether the mode is set to the RUN mode or the PROG. mode, an analog input is converted to a digital value for the CH where the range setting is performed.
3.3 Stored Data of the Output Contact (WY) 3.3 Stored Data of the Output Contact (WY) 3.3.1 Analog Output Values When a digital value is written, the value is converted to a corresponding analog output and is output. ■ Applicable model Model Channel AFPXHEDA4...
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3.3 Stored Data of the Output Contact (WY) ■ Applicable model Model Channel AFPXHEAD4 CH0 to CH3 AFPXHEAD8 CH0 to CH7 AFPXHEA21 CH0 to CH1 ■ Input range setting H1: 0 to +10 V H2: 0 to +5 V H3: 0 to +20 mA...
3.3 Stored Data of the Output Contact (WY) 3.3.3 Averaging Processing Setting When an averaging processing setting is entered, the analog average count is set. ■ Applicable model Model Channel AFPXHEAD4 CH0 to CH3 AFPXHEAD8 CH0 to CH7 AFPXHEA21 CH0 to CH1 ■...
3.3 Stored Data of the Output Contact (WY) 3.3.4 Output Range Setting Area When an output range setting is entered, the analog output range is set. ■ Applicable model Model Channel AFPXHEDA4 CH0 to CH3 AFPXHEA21 ■ Output range setting value H1: 0 to +10 V H2: 0 to +5 V H3: 0 to +20 mA...
CH0 to CH7 AFPXHEA21 CH0 to CH1 3.4.1 Analog Input Specifications Item Specifications AFPXHEAD4: 4ch Number of channels AFPXHEAD8: 8ch AFPXHEA21: 2ch -10 to +10 V DC (Resolution: 1/64,000) -5 to +5 V DC (Resolution: 1/64,000) 0 to +10 V DC (Resolution: 1/32,000)
3.4 Analog Input Functions Item Specifications No. of averaging times Set to 64 times / 128 times Disconnection detection is possible when set to +1 to +5 V and +4 to +20 mA ranges Disconnection detection (Detection level: 0.7 V or less, 2.8 mA or less) (Note 1) The accuracy full scale (F.S.) for voltage of +1 to +5 V DC and current of +4 to +20 mA is 0 to +5 V DC and 0 to +20 mA respectively.
3.4 Analog Input Functions ■ I/O allocation Channel Expansion location 1st unit 2nd unit 3rd unit 4th unit 5th unit 6th unit 7th unit 8th unit Input range setting WY30 WY40 WY50 WY60 WY70 WY80 WY90 WY100 area 1 CH0 to CH3 Input range setting WY31 WY41...
3.4 Analog Input Functions ■ I/O allocation Channel Expansion location 1st unit 2nd unit 3rd unit 4th unit 5th unit 6th unit 7th unit 8th unit WX30 WX40 WX50 WX60 WX70 WX80 WX90 WX100 WX31 WX41 WX51 WX61 WX71 WX81 WX91 WX101 WX32...
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3.4 Analog Input Functions 3-16 WUME-FPXHAIO-01...
3.5 Analog Output Functions 3.5 Analog Output Functions ■ Applicable model Model Channel AFPXHEDA4 CH0 to CH3 AFPXHEA21 3.5.1 Analog Output Specifications Item Specifications AFPXHEDA4: 4ch Number of channels AFPXHEA21: 1ch -10 to 10 V DC (Resolution: 1/64,000) -5 to +5 V DC (Resolution: 1/64,000) 0 to +10 V DC (Resolution: 1/32,000) Voltage Output range...
3.5 Analog Output Functions 3.5.2 Analog Output Range Setting When a set value is entered in the "Output range setting area" using the user program, the analog output range is set in the unit ● When H1 to H7 is entered in the "Output range setting area", the analog output is started. ●...
3.5 Analog Output Functions 3.5.3 Writing Analog Output Data Write analog output data for each channel into the "Analog output value area". ■ Sample program If an expansion is made to the 1st unit, set as follows using the user program to write the analog output values of CH1.
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4.1 Input Conversion Characteristics 4.1 Input Conversion Characteristics ■ Voltage input range: -10 to +10 V Input range: -10 to +10 V Analog input Digital conversion value value +32,000 +16,000 -16,000 -32,000 When exceeding the rated range Analog input Converted value value +10 V or more +32,000...
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4.1 Input Conversion Characteristics ■ Voltage input range: 0 to +10 V Input range: 0 to +10 V Analog input Digital conversion value value +32,000 +25,600 +19,200 +12,800 +6,400 When exceeding the rated range Analog input Converted value value +10 V or more +32,000 0 V or less ■...
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4.1 Input Conversion Characteristics ■ Voltage input range: +1 to +5 V Input range: +1 to +5 V Analog input Digital conversion value value +25,600 +19,200 +12,800 +6,400 When exceeding the rated range Analog input Converted value value +5 V or more +25,600 +1 V or less ■...
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4.1 Input Conversion Characteristics ■ Current Input range: +4 to +20 mA Input range: +4 to +20 mA Analog input Digital conversion value value (mA) +25,600 +19,200 +12,800 +6,400 When exceeding the rated range Analog input Converted value value +20 mA or more +25,600 +4 mA or less WUME-FPXHAIO-01...
4.2 Output Conversion Characteristics 4.2 Output Conversion Characteristics ■ Voltage output range: -10 to +10 V Output range: -10 to +10 V Analog output Digital input value value +32,000 +25,000 -16,000 -32,000 When exceeding the rated range Analog output Digital input value value +32,640 or more Output at +10.2 V...
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4.2 Output Conversion Characteristics ■ Voltage output range: 0 to +5 V Output range: 0 to +5 V Digital input value Analog output value +32,000 +25,600 +19,200 +12,800 +6,400 When exceeding the rated range Digital input value Analog output value +32,640 or more Output at +5.1 V -640 or less...
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4.2 Output Conversion Characteristics ■ Voltage output range: -5 to +5 V Output range: -5 to +5 V Analog output Digital input value value +32,000 +16,000 +2.5 -16,000 -2.5 -32,000 When exceeding the rated range Analog output Digital input value value +32,640 or more Output at +5.1 V...
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4.2 Output Conversion Characteristics ■ Current output range: +4 to +20 mA Output range: +4 to +20 mA Digital input value Analog output value (mA) +25,600 +19,200 +12,800 +6,400 When exceeding the rated range Digital input value Analog output value +26,240 or more Output at +20.4 mA -640 or less...
5.1 Analog Input Average Processing 5.1 Analog Input Average Processing 5.1.1 Moving average 10 times When averaging processing is selected, following processings are performed inside the analog unit. ■ Moving average processing ● Converted values retrieved from sampling are averaged and stored. ●...
5.1 Analog Input Average Processing ● When the number of retrieved analog input data has reached the set number of averaging times (64 times or 128 times), averaging is performed for the number of times and the results are stored as digital values. ●...
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5.1 Analog Input Average Processing ■ I/O allocation Channel Expansion location 1st unit 2nd unit 3rd unit 4th unit 5th unit 6th unit 7th unit 8th unit Averaging WY32 WY42 WY52 WY62 WY72 WY82 WY92 WY102 processing setting 1 CH0 to CH3 Averaging WY33 WY43...
5.2 Disconnection Detection 5.2 Disconnection Detection Digital conversion values corresponding to the analog input are stored. ■ Applicable model Model Channel AFPXHEAD4 CH0 to CH3 AFPXHEAD8 CH0 to CH7 AFPXHEA21 CH0 to CH1 ■ Disconnection detection ● The disconnection detection is valid only when the analog input range setting is set to +4 to +20 mA or +1 to +5 V.
6 Troubleshooting 6.1 What to Do If an Error Occurs (Analog Input) ........6-2 6.1.1 Failure in Reading Analog Input Data ..........6-2 6.1.2 Unstable Analog Input Values ............6-2 6.1.3 No Proper Conversion Values Obtained with Current Input..... 6-2 6.2 What to Do If an Error Occurs (Analog Output)........6-3 6.2.1 Unstable Analog Output Value ............
6.1 What to Do If an Error Occurs (Analog Input) 6.1 What to Do If an Error Occurs (Analog Input) 6.1.1 Failure in Reading Analog Input Data ■ Situation There is a failure in reading analog input data. ■ Solution Check again that I/O allocations are correct.
6.2 What to Do If an Error Occurs (Analog Output) 6.2 What to Do If an Error Occurs (Analog Output) 6.2.1 Unstable Analog Output Value ■ Situation The analog output value is not stable. ■ Solution Check if the shielded wire of the input device is grounded. However, depending on the conditions of the external noise, it may be better not to ground the shielding.
6.3 Self-diagnostic Error 6.3 Self-diagnostic Error The self-diagnostic errors related to the FP-XH Expansion Analog Unit are shown in the following table. Code Name Operation Error contents and steps to take Restrictions on the Stop The number of the installed units exceeds the limitation. number of units Turn off the power and check if the number of units is within installed...
24 V DC Allowable voltage 20.4 to 28.8 V DC (Unit input voltage) amplitude range Rated consumption AFPXHEAD4: 50 mA or less (Note 1) current AFPXHEAD8: 60 mA or less AFPXHEDA4: 165 mA or less AFPXHEA21: 80 mA or less...
7.2 Analog Input Specifications 7.2 Analog Input Specifications Item Specifications AFPXHEAD4: 4ch Number of channels AFPXHEAD8: 8ch AFPXHEA21: 2ch -10 to +10 V DC (Resolution: 1/64,000) -5 to +5 V DC (Resolution: 1/64,000) 0 to +10 V DC (Resolution: 1/32,000)
7.3 Analog Output Specifications 7.3 Analog Output Specifications Item Specifications AFPXHEDA4: 4ch Number of channels AFPXHEA21: 1ch -10 to 10 V DC (Resolution: 1/64,000) -5 to +5 V DC (Resolution: 1/64,000) 0 to +10 V DC (Resolution: 1/32,000) Voltage Output range 0 to +5 V DC (Resolution: 1/32,000) (Resolution) (Note 1)
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Record of Changes The manual code is shown at the bottom of the cover page. Date Manual code Record of changes Feb. 2022 WUME-FPXHAIO-01 1st edition WUME-FPXHAIO-01...
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