SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Always read these precautions before using this equipment.) Before using this product, please read this manual and the relevant manuals introduced in this manual carefully and pay full attention to safety to handle the product correctly. The precautions given in this manual are concerned with this product. In this manual, the safety precautions are ranked as "DANGER"...
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[DESIGN PRECAUTIONS] DANGER Incorrect operation of the touch switch(s) may lead to a serious accident if the GOT backlight is gone out. When the GOT backlight goes out, the POWER LED flickers (green/orange) and the display section turns black and causes the monitor screen to appear blank, while the input of the touch switch(s) remains active.
[MOUNTING PRECAUTIONS] CAUTION When loading the communication unit to the GOT, fit it to the connection interface of the GOT and tighten the mounting screws in the specified torque range. Undertightening can cause the GOT to drop, short circuit or malfunction. Overtightening can cause a drop, failure or malfunction due to the damage of the screws or unit.
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[WIRING PRECAUTIONS] CAUTION Please make sure to ground FG terminal and LG terminal of the GOT power supply section by applying Class D Grounding (Class 3 Grounding Method) or higher which is used exclusively for the GOT. Not doing so may cause an electric shock or malfunction. Terminal screws which are not to be used must be tightened always at torque 0.5 to 0.8 N ·...
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[STARTUP/MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS] DANGER When power is on, do not touch the terminals. Doing so can cause an electric shock or malfunction. Connect the battery correctly. Do not discharge, disassemble, heat, short, solder or throw the battery into the fire. Incorrect handling may cause the battery to generate heat, burst or take fire, resulting in injuries or fires Before starting cleaning or terminal screw retightening, always switch off the power externally in all phases.
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[BACKLIGHT REPLACEMENT PRECAUTIONS] CAUTION Wear gloves for the backlight replacement when using the GOT with the backlight replaceable by the user. Not doing so can cause an injury. Before replacing a backlight, allow 5 minutes or more after turning off the GOT when using the GOT with the backlight replaceable by the user.
This manual confers no industrial property rights or any rights of any other kind, nor does it confer any patent licenses. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation cannot be held responsible for any problems involving industrial property rights which may occur as a result of using the contents noted in this manual.
INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Mitsubishi Graphic Operation Terminal. Before using the equipment, please read this manual carefully to use the equipment to its optimum. CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............A - 1 REVISIONS .
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Part Names and Settings of the GT157 4 - 5 Part Names and Settings of the GT156 4 - 7 5. EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE 5 - 1 to 5 - 16 Requirements to Meet EMC Directive 5 - 1 5.1.1 EMC directive .
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8.2.1 Applicable memory card adaptor ..........8 - 5 8.2.2 Installing procedure of the CF card into a memory card adaptor.
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10.1.2 Communication setting display operation ........10 - 1 10.1.3 Communication setting contents .
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12.1 Time Setting and Display 12 - 1 12.1.1 Time setting and display functions......... . . 12 - 1 12.1.2 Display operation of clock display and setting .
ABOUT MANUALS The following manuals are also related to this product. In necessary, order them by quoting the details in the tables below. Related Manuals Manual Number Manual Name (Model Code) GT Designer2 Version2 Basic Operation/Data Transfer Manual (For GOT1000 Series) Describes methods of the GT Designer2 installation operation, basic operation for drawing and transmitting data SH-080529ENG to GOT1000 series...
ABBREVIATIONS AND GENERIC TERMS Abbreviations and generic terms used in this manual are as follows: Abbreviations and generic terms Description GT1595 GT1595-X Abbreviation of GT1595-XTBA GT1585 GT1585-S Abbreviation of GT1585-STBA, GT1585-STBD GT1575-S Abbreviation of GT1575-STBA, GT1575-STBD GT1575-V Abbreviation of GT1575-VTBA, GT1575-VTBD GT157 GT1575-VN Abbreviation of GT1575-VNBA, GT1575-VNBD...
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Others Abbreviations and generic terms Description Omron PLC Abbreviation of PLC manufactured by OMRON Corporation KEYENCE PLC Abbreviation of PLC manufactured by KEYENCE Sharp PLC Abbreviation of PLC manufactured by SHARP Corporation Toshiba PLC Abbreviation of PLC manufactured by TOSHIBA CORPORATION HITACHI PLC Abbreviation of PLC manufactured by Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd.
HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL Functions This manual describes functions available for the GT Designer2 Version2.18U. For the added functions by the product version upgrade, refer to the list of functions added by GT Desiger2 version upgrade in Appendices. Symbols Following symbols are used in this manual.
PACKING LIST After unpacking, confirm that the following parts are included. Model Item Quantity GT1595-X Installation fitting GT15 General Description GT1585-S, GT1575-S, GT1575-V, GT1575-VN, GT1572-VN, GT1565-V, Installation fitting GT1562-VN GT15 General Description The following products are included a spare for the plastic fixing screw of the GOT. •...
1. OVERVIEW About GOT GOT is installed on the panel surface of control panel or operating panel and connects to the PLC in the control panel. GOT carries out switch operation, lamp display, data display, and message display etc. Connector for For display screen, two kinds of display screens, user screen and utility program screen are available.
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About Manual The following manuals related to GOT1000 series are available. Refer to each manual in accordance with the intended use. (1) Installation of the software programs Drawing Data transfer For operations from creating project data to transferring data to GOT, refer to the following manuals.
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(2) Installing a GOT Connecting to a PLC For the operations from installing a GOT to communicating with a PLC CPU, refer to the following manuals. (Included) GOT1000 Series GT15 General Description GT15 User's Manual Purpose GT11 General Description GT11 User's Manual Connection Manual Confirming part names and Detailed...
1.1 Features (1) Improved monitoring performance and connectivity to FA devices • Using of TFT color liquid crystal display (high intensity, wide angle view and high definition type) provides clear full-color display and displays small characters clearly. (Displays digital images of BMP and other formats in 65536 colors.) •...
1.2 Rough Pre-operation Procedure The outline procedure before operating GOT is shown. Start Install GT Designer2 in the PC. Refer to GT Designer2 Version Basic Operation/Data Transfer Manual Create project data. Refer to GT Designer2 Version Screen Design Manual Refer to Chapter 7 WIRING Wire for the GOT power supply.
2. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 2.1 Overall Configuration The overall configuration of GOT is as follows. For the connection methods applicable to GOT1000 series and cable, refer to the following. GOT1000 Series Connection Manual Option function board Multi-color display board Protective sheet Stand CF card Battery...
2.2 Component List (1) Explanation of the GOT model name G T 1 5 7 5 A : 100 to 240VAC Power type D : 24VDC Panel color type B : Black T : TFT color (High intensity, Wide angle view) N : TFT color Display device type S : STN color...
2.2.1 Product name Model name Specifications 15" (1024 768 dots), TFT color liquid crystal, (high intensity, wide angle view), GT1595-XTBA 256 colors/65636 colors*, 100 to 240VAC, Memory size 9MB 12.1" (800 600 dots), TFT color liquid crystal, (high intensity, wide angle view), GT1585-STBA 256 colors/65636 colors*, 100 to 240VAC, Memory size 9MB 12.1"...
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2.2.2 Option PLC connection cable (Sold separately) Product name Model name Description GT01-C10R4-8P Cable length 1m FXCPU direct GT01-C30R4-8P Cable length 3m For connecting FXCPU (MINI DIN 8 pins connection cable, connector) and GOT FX communication GT01-C100R4-8P Cable length 10m For connecting FXCPU communication function extension function extension board (MINI DIN 8 pins...
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Communication unit (Sold separately) Product name Model name Description GT15-QBU For terminal GOT, 1 Channel For QCPU (Q Mode)/Motion controller (Q Series) For intermediary and terminal GOTs, 2 GT15-QBUS2 connection (standard model) channels GT15-ABUS For terminal GOT, 1 Channel For A/QnACPU/Motion controller (A Series) For intermediary and terminal GOTs, 2 GT15-ABUS2...
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QCPU (Q Mode) bus connection cable (Sold separately) Product name Model name Description GT15-QC06B Cable length 0.6m GT15-QC12B Cable length 1.2m Q extension cable For connecting QCPU and GOT GOT-to-GOT GT15-QC30B Cable length 3m For connecting GOT and GOT connection cable GT15-QC50B Cable length 5m GT15-QC100B...
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QnA/ACPU/Motion controller (A series) bus connection cable (Sold separately) Product name Model name Description GT15-A1SC07B Cable length 0.7m For connecting QnAS/AnSCPU/Motion controller GT15-A1SC12B Cable length 1.2m (A series) and GOT GT15-A1SC30B Cable length 3m Small-size CPU For connecting GOT and GOT GT15-A1SC50B Cable length 5m extension cable...
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For the operation-checked models, refer to "List of valid devices applicable for GOT1000 series" (T10-0039) separately available. The Technical News above is available as a reference at the information site for Mitsubishi industrial automation products MELFANSweb home page. (MELFANSweb home page: http:// wwwf2.mitsubishielectric.co.jp/melfansweb/english/index_e.htm)
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Multi color display board (Sold separately) Product name Model name Description Multi-color display board for XGA (For 65536-color display) GT15-XHNB Multi-color display Multi-color display board for SVGA/VGA (For 65536-color display) board GT15-VHNB Multi-color display board for SVGA/VGA (For 65536-color display) To use it for a SVGA or VGA GOT, install the following OS to the GOT.
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Backlight (Sold separately) Product name Model name Description GT15-90XLTT For 15" TFT (XGA) LCD of high intensity and wide angle view GT15-80SLTT For 12.1" TFT (SVGA) LCD of high intensity and wide angle view GT15-70SLTT For 10.4" TFT (SVGA) LCD of high intensity and wide angle view GT15-70VLTT For 10.4"...
3. SPECIFICATIONS 3.1 General Specifications Item Specifications Operating Display section 0 to 50°C ambient Other than 0 to 55°C temperature display section Storage ambient temperature -20 to 60°C Operating ambient humidity 10 to 90% RH, non-condensing Storage ambient humidity 10 to 90% RH, non-condensing Half- Frequency Acceleration...
3.2.3 GT1575-S, GT1575-V, GT1575-VN, GT1572-VN Specifications Item GT1575-STBA, GT1575-VTBA, GT1575-VNBA, GT1572-VNBA, GT1575-STBD GT1575-VTBD GT1575-VNBD GT1572-VNBD TFT color liquid crystal (LCD of high Type TFT color liquid crystal intensity and wide angle view) Screen size 10.4" Resolution 800 600dots 640 480dots Display size 211(8.31)(W) 158(6.22)(H)[mm](inch) 16-dot standard font:...
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Specifications GT1575-STBA, GT1575-VTBA, GT1575-VNBA, GT1572-VNBA, Item GT1575-STBD GT1575-VTBD GT1575-VNBD GT1572-VNBD RS-232, 1ch Transmission speed:115,200/57,600/38,400/19,200/9,600/4,800 bps Connector shape:D-sub 9-pin (Male) RS-232 Application:For communicating with a controller or connecting a personal computer (Project data upload/download, OS installation, FA transparent function) USB (Full Speed 12 Mbps), 1ch Connector shape:Mini-B Built-in Application:For connecting a personal computer (Project data upload/download,...
3.2.4 GT1565-V, GT1562-VN Specifications Item GT1565-VTBA, GT1565-VTBD GT1562-VNBA, GT1562-VNBD TFT color liquid crystal (LCD of high Type TFT color liquid crystal intensity and wide angle view) Screen size 8.4" Resolution 640×480dots Display size 171(6.73)(W)×128(5.04)(H)[mm](inch) 16-dot standard font: 40 characters × 30 lines Display character 12-dot standard font: 53 characters ×...
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Specifications Item GT1565-VTBA, GT1565-VTBD GT1562-VNBA, GT1562-VNBD RS-232, 1ch Transmission speed : 115,200/57,600/38,400/19,200/9,600/4,800 bps Connector shape : D-sub 9-pin (Male) RS-232 Application : For communicating with a controller or connecting a personal computer (Project data upload/download, OS installation and FA transparent function) USB (Full Speed 12 Mbps), 1ch Connector shape : Mini-B Built-in...
3.3 Power Supply Specifications The following describes the power supply specifications for the GT51. • 3.3.1 For GOTs powered from the 100 to 240VAC power supply • 3.3.2 For GOTs powered from the 24VDC power supply Remark Operation at momentary failure •...
3.3.2 For GOTs powered from the 24VDC power supply Specifications Item GT1575-STBD, GT1575-VTBD, GT1575-VNBA, GT1585-STBD GT1572-VNBA, GT1565-VTBD, GT1562-VNBA Input power supply voltage 24VDC (+25%, -20%) Power consumption 31W or less 26W or less At backlight off 20W or less Inrush current 115A or less (1ms) (maximum load) Permissible instantaneous 10 ms or less...
4. PART NAME AND SETTINGS 4.1 Part Names and Settings of the GT1595 2) 3) GOT rear face 4.1 Part Names and Settings of the GT1595...
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Name Description Lit in green : Power is correctly supplied Lit in orange : Screen saving POWER LED Blinks in orange/green : Blown back light bulb Not lit : Power is not supplied Display screen Displays the Utility and the user creation screen. Touch key For operating the touch switches in the Utility and the user creation screen For connecting a personal computer...
4.2 Part Names and Settings of the GT1585 2) 3) GOT rear face 4.2 Part Names and Settings of the GT1585...
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Name Description Lit in green : Power is correctly supplied Lit in orange : Screen saving POWER LED Blinks in orange/green : Blown back light bulb Not lit : Power is not supplied Display screen Displays the utility and the user creation screen. Touch key For operating the touch switches in the utility and the user creation screen For connecting a personal computer...
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4.3 Part Names and Settings of the GT157 2) 3) GOT rear face 4.3 Part Names and Settings of the GT157...
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Name Description Lit in green : Power is correctly supplied Lit in orange : Screen saving POWER LED Blinks in orange/green : Blown back light bulb Not lit : Power is not supplied Display screen Displays the utility and the user creation screen. Touch key For operating the touch switches in the utility and the user creation screen For connecting a personal computer...
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4.4 Part Names and Settings of the GT156 2) 3) GOT rear face 4.4 Part Names and Settings of the GT156...
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Name Description Lit in green : Power is correctly supplied Lit in orange : Screen saving POWER LED Blinks in orange/green : Blown back light bulb Not lit : Power is not supplied Display screen Displays the utility and the user creation screen. Touch key For operating the touch switches in the utility and the user creation screen For connecting a personal computer...
Though the data described herein are produced with our best on the basis of the requirement items and standards of the restrictions gathered by Mitsubishi, they do not completely guaranteed that all mechanical unit manufactured according to the data do not always match the above directives. The manufacturer itself which manufactures the mechanical unit must finally judge the method and others to match the EMC directives.
5.1.1 EMC directive The standards of the EMC Directive are shown below. Applied standard Test standard Test details Standard value 30M-230MHz QP: 30dB V/m (30m in measurement Electromagnetic emissions *2, *3 EN55011 range) from the product are 230M-1000MHz QP: Radiated noise measured.
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The above test items are conducted in the condition where the GOT is installed on the conductive control panel and combined with the Mitsubishi PLC. QP: Quasi-peak value, Mean : Average value The above test items are conducted in the following conditions.
5.1.2 Control panel The GOT is an open type device (device installed to another device) and must be installed in a conductive control panel. It not only assure the safety but also has a large effect to shut down the noise generated from GOT, on the control panel.
5.1.3 Noise filter (power supply line filter) The noise filter (power supply line filter) is a device effective to reduce conducted noise. Except some models, installation of a noise filter onto the power supply lines is not necessary. However conducted noise can be reduced if it is installed.
5.2 Requirements for Conpliance with the Low Voltage Directive The Low Voltage Directive requires each device which operates with power supply ranging from 50VAC to 1000V and 75VDC to 1500V to satisfy necessary safety items. In the Sections from 5.2.1 to 5.2.5, cautions on installation and wiring of the GOT to conform to the Low Voltage Directive requires are described.
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5.2.3 Control panel Because the GOT is open type equipment (device designed to be stored within another device), be sure to use it only when installed in a control panel. (1) Shock protection In order to prevent those who are unfamiliar with power facility, e.g., an operator, from getting a shock, make sure to take the following measures on the control panel.
5.2.5 External wiring (1) External devices When a device with a hazardous voltage circuit is externally connected to the GOT, select a model which complies with the Low Voltage Directive's requirements for isolation between the primary and secondary circuits. (2) Insulation requirements Dielectric withstand voltages are shown in the following table.
CNC connection) Connected devices If connecting to the PLC or microcomputer other than Mitsubishi products (MELSEC-Q series, MELSEC-QnA series or MELSEC-A series) please refer to the EMC Directive compliance manual for that specific device.
5.3.3 When the communication unit is used Use the following communication unit with the GOT to ensure compliance with the EMC Directive. The GOT does not comply with the EMC Directive when connected with other than followings. Hardware version of the communication unit Connection method Communication unit used (Production year and month)
5.4 Precautions for Wiring/Connecting the EMC Directive-Compliant Product Wire and connect GOT1000 series equipments as instructed below. If the GOT1000 series equipments are configured in a way different from the following instructions, the system may not comply with EMC directives. 5.4.1 Power and ground wires wiring method (1) Power and ground wires wiring method...
Process the cable used with the GOT with the following method. When processing the cable, ferrite core, cable clamp and shielding material are required. The cable clamp used by Mitsubishi Electric for the EMC specification compatibility test is shown below. • TDK corporation brand ZCAT3035-1330 Ferrite Core •...
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(c) For other bus connection cables • Wind cable shield material around the cable, and pull out the grounding braided wire of the cable shield material with the length shown below. • Attach the ferrite core to the cable in the position as illustrated below and insert the braided wire for grounding into the ferrite core.
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(3) Ethernet connection • Strip the outer insulation layer at both ends of the cable by the length shown below to expose the braided shield for grounding. (For grounding with cable clamps. (refer to Section 5.4.3.)) • Attach the ferrite core to the cable in the position as illustrated below. GOT side Ferrite Core PLC side...
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(a) For RS-422 cable • Each signal wire (excluding SG and FG) should be made into a two power wires and connected, then twisted. • Make the SG wire more than two wires and connect. • Peel the sheath (with the length shown below) of the created cable to expose the shield braided wire for grounding.
5.4.3 Grounding the cable Ground the cable and grounding wire to the control panel where the GOT and base unit are installed. 1) Ground the braided shield portion of the cable to the control panel with the cable clamp (AD75CK). Braided shield Cable clamps For the cable clamp attaching...
6. INSTALLATION CAUTION • Use the GOT in the environment that satisfies the general specifications described in this manual. Do not expose the GOT to dust, lamp soot, conductive dust, corrosive gas, or combustible gas; high- temperature, condensing, wind or rain; or to vibrations and impact. Failure to do so can cause an electric shock, fire, malfunction or product damage or deterioration.
6.3 Mounting Position When mounting the GOT, the following clearances must be left from the other device. Panel thickness: 2 to 4mm (0.08 to 0.16inch) GT157 GT156 Type GT1595 GT1585 GOT only or bus 50(1.97) or more 50(1.97) or more 50(1.97) or more [20(0.79) or more] [31(1.22) or more]...
6.4 Control Panel Inside Temperature and Mounting Angle When mounting the main unit to a control panel or similar, set the display section as shown below. When the temperature inside the control panel is 40 to 55°C or less, the mounting angle should be in the range 60 to 105 degrees.
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Place the mounting fixtures (included with GOT) on the mounting fixture attaching part of the GOT, and fix them by tightening the mounting screws in the torque range of 0.36 to 0.48N·m. (Failure to do so may distort the panel and make a surface waviness on the protective sheet.) Magnified figure Magnified figure For GT1595-X: Fix the GOT with 8 mounting fixtures.
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7. WIRING DANGER Before starting wiring, always switch off the GOT power externally in all phases. Not doing so may cause an electric shock, product damage or malfunction. CAUTION Please make sure to ground FG terminal and LG terminal of the GOT power supply section by applying Class D Grounding (Class 3 Grounding Method) or higher which is used exclusively for the GOT.
7.1 Power Supply Wiring • Make wiring connections to the power supply, I/O equipment and power equipment separately by system as shown below. When frequent noise is identified, connect an isolation transformer. Wiring diagram for power supply Isolation transformer power Main power I/O power I/O equipment...
7.2 Wiring of Connection Cables • Keep the connection cables away from the main circuit lines (high voltage, large current) or I/O signal lines. • When using GT15-C EXSS-1 or GT15C BS, perform the grounding in the following steps. (1) When using GT15-C EXSS-1 Not connected (GT15-C...
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7.3 Grouding Make sure to carry out the followings for grounding. • Carry out the independent grounding if possible. • If the independent grounding is impossible, carry out the shared grounding as shown in fig.2) below. Other Other Other device device device Grounding...
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Recommended terminal shape Terminal Solderless Terminal Solderless screw terminal screw terminal 6.2mm or less 6.2mm or less When wiring one cable to When wiring two cables to one terminal one terminal Applicable solderless terminal RAV1.25- 3, V2- S3.3, V2- N3A, FV2- N3A 7.3 Grouding...
7.4 Power Supply Connection This section provides an example for connecting power cables and ground cables to the power terminals sit- uated on the back of the GOT. In the case of 100V AC 100/110V AC INPUT 100-240VAC Fuse 24V DC In the case of 24V DC INPUT 24VDC...
For the operation-checked models, refer to "List of valid devices applicable for GOT1000 series" (T10-0039) separately available. The Technical News above is available as a reference at the information site for Mitsubishi industrial automation products MELFANSweb home page. (MELFANSweb home page: http:// wwwf2.mitsubishielectric.co.jp/melfansweb/english/index_e.htm)
8.1.2 Installing and removing procedures of the CF card Install/remove the CF card with the power supply of GOT is OFF or CF card access switch is "OFF". Installing Turn the CF card access switch of the GOT off. Open the cover of the CF card interface. Insert and install the CF card into the CF card interface with its front side outside.
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Removing Set the CF card access switch of the GOT to "OFF", and make sure that the CF card access LED turns off. (When the CF card access LED turns off, the CF card can be removed even during the GOT power on.) Open the cover of the CF card interface.
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Push the CF card eject button of the GOT to lift the CF card and remove it. Precautions for removing the CF card 1. While the CF card access LED is on, do not install/remove the CF card or power off the GOT.
8.2 Memory Card Adaptor The memory card adaptor is used to convert the CF card into the memory card (Type II). The memory card (Type II) is used to transmit the OS, project data and to save the data of alarm history function or other functions by installing it to the PC which is equipped with the CMCIA interface.
8.3 Option Function Board The optional function board is used to extend the option function and the built-in flash memory. Refer to the following for the functions requiring the optional function board. GT Designer2 Version Screen Design Manual 8.3.1 Applicable option function board The following option function boards are applicable for GT15 Model Description...
8.4 Multi-Color Display Board The multi-color display board is used for corresponding to 65536-color display. 8.4.1 Applicable multi-color display board The following multi-color display board is applicable for GT15 Model Description GT15-XHNB Multi-color display board for XGA (For 65536-color display) GT15-VHNB Multi-color display board for SVGA/VGA (For 65536-color display) When using GT1575-VN, GT1572-VN, GT1562-VN...
8.5 Communication Unit The communication unit is used to relate the GOT expansion unit interfaces to the system at the connection destination. Refer to the following for the details of connection statuses. GOT1000 Series Connection Manual 8.5.1 Applicable communication unit The following communication units are applicable for GT15 Product name Model...
8.5.2 Installing procedure This section describes how to install a communication unit on a GOT. The communication units can be installed in layers. When installing communication units in layers, refer to the following item after implementing the steps described in this section. 8.5.3 Installing multiple communication units in layers Bus connection unit (1) GT15-QBUS, GT15-ABUS...
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When installing a communication unit on the outer layer, refer to the following. 8.5.3 Installing multiple communication units in layers When not installing a communication unit on the outer layer, cover the top of mounitng screws (2 places) with accessory lavels in order to avoid receiving static electricity. Keep the connector cover fixed.
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Install the communication unit in the expansion unit interface of the GOT rear face. (When the extension unit is installed in GOT, remove the installed extension unit. And, do not touch the board in the GOT when install the communication unit.) After the installation, tighten the mounting screws (4 places) in the specified torque range (0.36 to 0.48N·m).
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When installing a communication unit on the outer layer, refer to the following. 8.5.3 Installing multiple communication units in layers When not installing a communication unit on the outer layer, cover the top of mounting screws (4 places) with accessory labels in order to avoid receiving static electricity. Keep the connector cover fixed.
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After the installation, tighten the mounting screws (4 places) in the specified torque range (0.42 to 0.57N·m). Paste the provided seals after tightening the mounting screws. 8.5 Communication Unit - 13 8.5.2 Installing procedure...
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Serial communication unit, Ethernet communication unit The following explanation uses the Ethernet communication units as an example. The serial communication unit can be installed with the same procedure. (1) Unit installation Power OFF the GOT. Remove one of the extension unit covers of the GOT. Fit the communication unit along the groove of the GOT case.
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When installing a communication unit on the outer layer, refer to the following. 8.5.3 Installing multiple communication units in layers When not installing a communication unit on the outer layer, cover the top of mounting screws (4 places) with accessory labels in order to avoid receiving static electricity. Keep the connector cover fixed.
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MELSECNET/10 communication unit, CC-Link communication unit Power off the GOT. Remove the two extension unit covers of the GOT. Fit the GT15-75IF900 along the groove of the GOT case. Fasten the GT15-75IF900 by tightening its mounting screws (3 places) with tightening torque 0.36 to 0.48 N·m.
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Mount the network unit (A9GT-QJ71LP23 or A9GT-QJ71BR13) or CC-Link communication unit (A8GT- J61BT13) to GT15-75IF900. Fasten the unit fixing brackets (3 places) with tightening torque of 0.36 to 0.48N·m. 8.5 Communication Unit - 17 8.5.2 Installing procedure...
8.5.3 Installing multiple communication units in layers This section describes how to install another communication unit on the communication unit that has been installed on the GOT. When no communication unit is installed on the GOT, apply the steps in this section after installing a communication unit.
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When installing another communication unit on the outer layer, implement the above operations of When not installing a communication unit on the outer layer, cover the top of mounting screws with accessory labels in order to avoid receiving static electricity. Keep the connector cover fixed.
8.6 RS-422 Conversion Unit The RS-422 conversion unit is inserted to the GOT RS-232 connector to enable the RS-422 communication by RS-232/RS-422 conversion. Refer to the following for the details of connection statuses. GOT1000 Series Connection Manual 8.6.1 Applicable RS-422 conversion unit The following RS-422 conversion units are applicable for GT15 Model Description...
8.7 Battery Battery is used to backup data when the power supply of GOT is OFF. The data which can be backed-up with the battery is shown below. • Present time (Clock data) ( 12.1 Time Setting and Display) • Maintenance time notification data ( 16.1 Maintenance Timing Setting) 8.7.1 Applicable battery...
1. Precautions after battery replacement Make sure to turn on the GOT power supply once upon completion of battery replacement. Failure to do so may decrease the battery life. 2. When the bus connection unit (GT15-QBUS2/GT15-ABUS2/GT15-75ABUSL/GT15- 75ABUS2L) is connected to GT156 . Before installing or replacing the battery, disconnect the bus connection cable.
8.8 Protective Sheet The protection sheet is used to protect the operation surface from damage or dirt when the touch key of GOT display section is operated. 8.8.1 Applicable protective sheet The following protective sheets are applicable for GT15 Product name Model Description GT15-90PSCB...
8.8.2 Installing procedure Remove the old protective sheet from the GOT, and clean the GOT surface. Peel the release paper from the back of the new protective sheet, and attach its adhesive side to the GOT display section. When attaching the protective sheet, make sure to fit it on the display section closely without leaving any clearance between them.
8.9 USB Environmental Protection Cover The USB environment cover protects the USB connector on the front face of GOT from dust, water, and oil. The GOT is installed with the USB environment cover at factory shipment. Replace when damage and deterioration are caused. 8.9.1 Applicable USB environmental protecton cover The following USB environmental protection cover is applicable for GT15...
8.10 Stand Stand is used to fix the GOT to standing status in order to debug the monitor screen data easily. 8.10.1 Applicable stand The following stand is applicable for GT15 Product name Model Description GT15-90STAND Stand for 15" Stand GT15-80STAND Stand for 12.1"...
8.11 Attachment The attachment is used to replace A960GOT, AC97 GOT to GT156 (8.4"). If use attachment when replace A960GOT or AC97 GOT to GT156 , there is no need of additional processing as mounting hole of the inside control panel etc. which is used for A960GOT, A97 GOT. 8.11.1 Applicable attachment The following attachments are applicable for GT156 .
9. UTILITY FUNCTION Utility is a function, which carries out connection of GOT and controller, screen display and operation method settings, program/data control and self-check etc. Refer to the following for the utility function list. 9.3 Utility Display 9.1 Utility Execution For utility execution, utility has to be displayed by installing BootOS and standard monitor OS in the C drive (built in flash memory).
9.2 Utility Function List The items in the following list can be set/operated on the utility screens. Item Functions overview Setting of channel number for the communication interface and assignment of communication driver Setting of communication parameter Sequence program protection key word setting (When FX series PLC is connected) Detail settings Sequence program protection key word deleting (When FX series PLC is...
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Item Functions overview Installing OS Uploading OS OS information Property display of OS (Kind, version, and date) Data check of system file (OS) Downloading project file Uploading project file Project file deleting Project Information Copying project file (A drive A drive) Property display of project file (Date, version and screen title) Data check of project file Deleting alarm log file...
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Item Functions overview Monitoring and testing PLC devices, monitoring and changing values in the System monitor special module buffer memory Ladder monitor Displaying ladder monitor, executing hard copy A List editor Changing sequence programs or parameters of the ACPU FX list editor Editing FXCPU sequence program in a list Monitoring buffer memory or changing data of an intelligent function module with Intelligent module monitor...
9.3 Utility Display To display setting screens fot each utility, the main menu has to be displayed first. (1) Main menu The menu items that can be set at the GOT utility are displayed. Touching a menu item in the main menu will display the setting screen or following selection screen for the item.
9.3.1 Display operation of main menu The following three types of operation can display the main menu. (Display the main menu after installing the basic OS from GT Designer2 to the GOT built in flash memory.) (1) When project data is undownloaded If the power supply of GOT turns ON, the main menu is displayed automatically after title display.
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(1) Prohibited simultaneous 2-point presses on the GT1595-X In the case of using a GT1595-X, do not touch 2 points or more on the GOT screen simultaneously. Touching 2 points or more simultaneously may activate a part other than the touched point.
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When the password is not matched, displays the error message. When touching [OK], the screen returns to the monitor screen. (1) Input operation of password 1) Input the password after touching key. 2) Define the password by touching key, after password input. Enter 3) To correct the input character, touch key to delete the correcting...
9.3.2 Utility basic configuration The basic configuration of utility is as follows. Title display Close/Return button Scroll key Screen (1) Title display The screen title name is displayed in title display part. As the screen is composed of multiple layers, the title including these layers is displayed. Title display Title display (2) Close/Return button...
9.3.3 Basic operation of settings change Change of setting value Setting item Select button Setting item Select button Touch the select button (setting point) on the screen. According to the setting item, the button requires selecting setting value, inputting value or displaying other setting screen.
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Keyboard operation Touch the numerical value to be changed. Keyboard for numerical input is displayed and cursor is displayed simultaneously. The key board display position chanegs by the position of numerical value touched. (At the time of numerical input, displayed in the position which will not interrupt the inputting.) Cursor Keyboard Input numeric with keyboard.
10. COMMUNICATION INTERFACE SETTING (COMMUNICATION SETTING) In the communication setting, the communication interface names and the related communication channel, communication driver names display and channel numbers are set. Moreover, in the communication detail settings, the communication interface details are set. (Communication parameters setting) 10.1 Communication Setting 10.1.1 Communication setting functions...
10.1.3 Communication setting contents This section describes setting items and display contents for Communication Setting. (1) Channel-Driver assign Channel No. can be assigned to the communication driver installed in the GOT. (a) Communicating without setting [Communication Setting] of GT Designer2 Even without setting [Communication Setting] on GT Designer2, communication with controller is available by assigning channel No.
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(4) Channel number specification menu BOX Set channel No. to use with standard interface or extend interface. Refer to this section (5) for driver that can be assigned to each channel. 0: Set when the communication interface is not used. 1 to 4 :Set when connecting to a controller (Bar code reader is excluded.) 8: Set when connecting with bar code reader.
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Precautions for communications between GOT and controller (1) Installing communication driver and downloading Communication Setting The followings below are required for the communication interface to communicate with the controller. 1) Installing communication drivers (Up to 4 communication drivers) 2) Assigning the channel number and communication driver for the communication interface 3) Downloading the contents (project data) assigned in 2).
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(b) Priority against [Communication Settings] of GT Designer2 If download the communication settings to the GOT with GT Designer2 after the automatic assignment, the GOT will operate with the communication settings of the GT Designer2. (The GOT operates with the latest communication settings.) (3) When the communication driver does not match with the unit that is installed in the An error is displayed on the GOT when displaying [Communication setting].
10.1.4 Communication setting display operation Channel-Driver assign operation The following describes how to operate the Channel-Driver assign. The example of changing to direct CPU connection (Communication driver: "A/QnA/QCPU, QJ71C24, MELDAS C6*") for the GOT of computer link connection (Communication driver: [AJ71QC24]) is used. Before the operation The GOT automatically restarts after executing this setting.
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As the communication driver ([A/QnA/ QCPU, QJ71C24]) installed in the GOT is displayed, touch it. The screen returns to the Channel-Driver assign screen. Touch the button. Touch the button and return to the Communication Setting screen. Confirm that the selected communication driver ([A/QnA/QCPU, QJ71C24]) is assigned.
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Channel number setting operation Touch channel number specification menu BOX to be set. keyboard The cursor for the channel number specification menu BOX is displayed. Simultaneously the keyboard for a numerical input is displayed. Input the channel number from the keyboard and touch key, and the value is defined.
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Communication detail settings switching operation If you touch the driver display BOX, the screen switches to the detailed setting screen of the related communication device. 10.2 Communication Detail Settings) 5V power supply setting operation When connecting a controller to the RS-232 interface, whether to supply 5VDC power or not to the controller through 9 pins can be selected.
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After setting completion, [ ] is displayed indicating that 5V power supplying setting is on. 10.1 Communication Setting - 11 10.1.4 Communication setting display operation...
10.2 Communication Detail Settings 10.2.1 Communication detail settings functions Function Description Communication Set various communication parameters of communication devices. parameters setting The settable parameters differ according to the communication device. Keyword setting For the FX series PLCs, key word for protecting program in the PLC can be set. Key word deleting For the FX series PLCs, key word for protecting program in the PLC can be deleted.
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The screen switches to the communication detail setting screen. Set communication parameters from this screen. Refer to the following for the setting change operation. 9.3.3 Basic operation of settings change Communication parameter Communication parameter setting by Designer2 Set the communication parameters for each communication driver at [Communication Settings] in [System Environment] of GT Designer2.
10.2.3 Display contents of communication detail settings The contents of Communication Detail Settings varies according to driver type. This section explains setting items different from the communication detail settings of the GT Designer2. For setting items other than described in this section, refer to the following manual. GT Designer2 Version Screen Design Manual (3.7 Communication Interface Setting (Communication Settings))
(1) MELSEC-FX Key word registration, deletion and protection delete Registration Register key words. Touching the key pop-up displays the keyboard for inputting a keyword. Regist Input a keyword and touch the key, and the registration completes. Enter Up to 8 characters can be set for keyword with using A to F and 0 to 9. Setting PLC connected When registering keyword and 2nd keyword...
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(1) How to select a keyword protection level For equipments that are allowed to operate the FX PLC on line, 3 levels of protection level can be set. When performing monitoring or changing settings with any on-line equipment is required, set password with referring to the following. (a) When setting keyword only Select a protection level by the initial letter of keyword.
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Deletion Delete a registered keyword. Touching the key pop-up displays the keyboard for inputting a keyword. Regist Input a key word and touch the key, and the keyword is deleted. Enter PLC connected Setting FX CPU compatible Input a keyword to delete. with 2nd keyword FX CPU not compatible Input the keyword to delete only into the keyword.
11. DISPLAY AND OPERATION SETTINGS (GOT SET UP) Setting screen for display and setting screen for operation can be displayed from GOT setup. In the setting screen for display and the setting screen for operation, the following settings can be set. Item Description Reference page...
11.1 Display Settings 11.1.1 Display setting functions Setting regarding display is possible. The items which can be set are shown below. When each item part is touched, the respective setting becomes possible. Items Description Setting range 0 to 60 seconds The title display period at the main unit boot can Opening screen time <At factory shipment: 5...
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(1) Display setting by GT Designer2 Set title display period, screen save time and screen save backlight at [GOT set up] in [System Environment] of GT Designer2. When change a part of the setting after downloading the project data, change the setting by [Display] screen of the GOT.
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(5) When setting the human sensor to invalid (Specific to GT1595-X, GT1585-S) Even if setting the human sensor to invalid by the utility, the Human Sensor Detection Signal (System Signal 2-1.b5) turns ON when the human sensor detects human movement. Unintended operation may result, therefore, if controlling the Forced Screen Saver Enable Signal (System Signal 1-1.b1) and Human Sensor Detection Signal associating them with each other by a sequence program, etc.
11.1.2 Display operation of display setting Main menu GOT setup 9.3 Utility Display) Touch Touch [Display] [GOT setup] Display Touch an item to change settings Restart after setting change If return the display to the GOT setup screen by touching the button after the setting of each item is changed and touch the button on the GOT setup screen,...
11.1.3 Display setting operations Opening screen, screen save time, sensor detect level If touching the setting (numerical), keyboard is displayed. Input numeric with the keyboard. Setting contents are defined if button is touched. If touch button without touching button, the dialog mentioned left is displayed. If close the display setting and GOT setup screens after completing the setting of all items to change with...
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Screen save backlight Setting item is changed if setting item is touched. (ON OFF) Setting contents are defined if button is touched If touch button without touching button, the dialog mentioned left is displayed. If close the display setting and GOT setup screens after completing the setting of all items to change with button, GOT...
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Language Setting items are changed if setting item is touched. (English Japanese) Setting contents are defined if button is touched. The language display does not change till is carried out. If touch button without touching button, the dialog mentioned left is displayed. If close the display setting and GOT setup screens after completing the setting of all items to change with...
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Human sensor Setting item is changed if setting item is touched. (Effective Invalid) Setting contents are defined if button is touched. If touch button without touching button, the dialog mentioned left is displayed. If close the display setting and GOT setup screens after completing the setting of all items to change with button, GOT...
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Sensor off delay If touching the setting (numerical), keyboard is displayed. Input numeric with the keyboard. To move the cursor, touch the button. Setting contents are defined if button is touched. If touch button without touching button, the dialog mentioned left is displayed. If close the display setting and GOT setup screens after completing the setting of all items to change with...
11.2 Brightness, Contrast Adjustment 11.2.1 Brightness adjustment function Brightness can be adjusted. Function Description Brightness of display part can be adjusted by 8 levels. (Four levels for the Brightness setting GT1575-VN, GT1572-VN or GT1562-VN) 11.2.2 Display operation of brightness, contrast Main menu GOT setup Display...
11.2.3 Brightness adjustment operation Brightness can be adjusted by touching key of brightness adjustment. Setting contents are defined if button is touched. If touch button without touching button, the dialog mentioned left is displayed. If close the display setting and GOT setup screens after completing the setting of all items to change with button, GOT...
11.3 Operation settings 11.3.1 Operation setting functions Setting regarding GOT operation can be set. The items which can be set are described below. If touch the each item part, the respective setting becomes possible. Function Description Setting range OFF/SHORT/LONG Buzzer volume setting Buzzer volume setting can be changed.
11.3.2 Display operation of display setting Main menu GOT setup 9.3 Utility Display) Touch Touch [GOT setup] [Operation] Operation settings Touch an item to change settings Restart after setting change If return the display to the GOT setup screen by touching the button after the setting of each item (excluding the security setting) is changed and touch the button on the GOT setup screen, the GOT will restart.
11.3.3 Setting operation of operation Buzzer volume, window move buzzer Setting items are changed if setting item is touched. Buzzer volume : SHORT LONG Window move buzzer: OFF Setting contents are defined if button is touched. If touch button without touching button, the dialog mentioned left is displayed.
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Key sensitivity setting If touching the setting items, keyboard is displayed. Input numeric with the keyboard. The key response speed corresponding to the [Key sensitivity] setting is displayed. Touching the button determines the setting. Touch panel adjustment Refer to the following for touch panel adjustment operation. 11.6 Adjusting the Touch Panel Position (Touch panel calibration Setting) 11.3 Operation settings - 16...
11.4 Security Level Change 11.4.1 Security level change functions Changes the security level to the same security level set by each object or screen switch. To change the security level, input the password of the security level which is set in GT Designer2. Security level setting .....
11.4.3 Security level change operation Password input operation By touching key, the password of the changed security level is input. When correcting the input character, touch key to delete the correcting character and input the password again. After inputting password, touch the Enter key.
11.5 Utility call key setting 11.5.1 Utility call key setting function The key position for calling the main menu of the utility can be specified. For the key position, 1 or 2 points can be specified from 4 corners on the screen. When specifying 1 point, a setting to switch the screen to the utility by keeping pressing the key position is available.
11.5.3 Utility call key setting operation Touch displayed at the 4 corners of the setting screen. The button repeats with every touch. Set the corner to be set to a key position to When setting 1 point, specify time for keeping pressing the key position to switch to the utility.
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(1) When using GT1595-X For the key position, 1 point only can be set. (2) Setting another key position when two have been already set Change either key position from before making the setting. You cannot select three at the same time. Example: Changing the 2 points of the upper left and right corners to those of the upper left and lower left corners.
11.6 Adjusting the Touch Panel Position (Touch panel calibration Setting) 11.6.1 Touch panel calibration setting function Touch panel reading error can be corrected. Normally the adjustment is not required, however, the difference between a touched position and the object position may occur as the period of use elapses. When any difference between a touched position and the object position occurs, correct the position with this function.
11.6.3 Touch panel calibration operation Touch the point displayed on the screen with the finger one by one to make the setting. Touch the point displayed on the upper left. Be sure to touch the center of the precisely. Touch the point displayed on the upper right.
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Touch the point displayed on the lower right. When the setting is completed, the message shown left is displayed. Touching the button returns to the previous screen. 11.6 Adjusting the Touch Panel Position (Touch panel calibration - 24 Setting)
11.7 Q/QnA Ladder Monitor 11.7.1 Q/QnA ladder monitor setting function The data used for ladder monitor function can be saved. Saving the ladder data cuts out the need for reading the ladder data from PLC CPU at the next GOT start-up, enabling to start the ladder monitoring earlier.
11.7.2 Display operation of display setting Main menu GOT setup Touch Touch [Q/QnA ladder [GOT setup] monitor] [Q/QnA ladder monitor] Select the ladder data storage location of the Q/QnA ladder monitor. Restart after setting change If return the display to the GOT setup screen by touching the button after the setting of each item is changed and touch the button on the GOT setup screen,...
11.7.3 Q/QnA ladder monitor setting operation Setting items are changed if setting item is touched. C: Flash Memory A: Standard CF card Not store By touching the button, the setting is reflected. If touch button without touching button, the dialog mentioned left is displayed. Touching the button restarts GOT.
11.8 Transparent Mode (Transparent channel setting) 11.8.1 Transparent function setting function When using the multi-channel function, the channel No. of a controller to which the FA transparent function is executed can be specified. For the multi-channel function, refer to the following manual. GT Designer2 Version Screen Design Manual (2.8 Multi-channel Function) Also, refer to the following manual for the FA transparent function.
11.8.3 Setting operation of transparent function Touching the transparent ChNo. (numerical part) on the left, the keyboard is displayed. Input numerical value by the keyboard. Touching the button reflects the selected setting. Touching the button without touching button displays the dialog mentioned left is displayed.
12. CLOCK SETTINGS AND BATTERY STATUS DISPLAY (TIME SETTING AND DISPLAY) The clock display setting items and the time when displayed the setting screen are displayed. (While displaying clock and the seting screen, the display time does not change.) The voltage status of the built-in battery is also displayed. 12.1 Time Setting and Display 12.1.1 Time setting and display functions Time settings and displaying of the status of GOT built-in battery are possible.
12.1.3 Clock setting operations Clock setting Setup the method to adjust the time between GOT data and the clock data of controller connected to the GOT. Setting Description Adjust the time of GOT clock data to the clock data of controller. Adjust Same as setting in [GOT setup] in [System Environment] of GT Designer2.
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If touch button without touching button, the dialog mentioned left is displayed. If touch button, GOT restarts. After restart, GOT operates with the changed settings. (1) When connecting to an external device which does not have clock function If set to [Adjust] or [Broadcast] for clock setting while the GOT is connected to external devices (PLC or microcomputers) which do not have clock function, the clock data will not be adjusted.
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Clock display Carry out the display and seting of GOT clock data. The setup methods of clock data are shown below. If touch the clock display section, the keyboard for input is displayed and the clock update stops. Input time with the keyboard by referring to the table below.
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GOT internal battery voltage status Displays battery voltage status. Display Status Normal Normal Low/None Low voltage When the battery voltage is low, replace the battery immediately. Refer to the following for battery replacement procedure. 8.7 Battery 12.1 Time Setting and Display 12.1.3 Clock setting operations...
13. FILE DISPLAY AND COPY (PROGRAM/DATA CONTROL) OS, project data (screen data) or alarm data which is written in the GOT or memory card can be displayed and data can be transferred between GOT and memory card. The format of the memory card is also possible. 13.1 Data Storage Location 13.1.1 Drive name allocation For the GOT built in flash memory or standard CF card, the following drive names (A drive and C drive) are...
13.1.2 Data type and the storage location System The data storage location and transferring (write/read) route for each data type are shown below. GOT main unit BootOS Project data Install Download (C drive) Built-in flash memory Upload Project BootOS data BootOS Install Upload...
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At maintenance GOT main unit Resource data (C drive) upload Built-in flash memory Alarm Copy Copy Recipe Alarm Alarm Logging Hard copy Hard copy Hard copy GT Designer2 (A Drive) Alarm Recipe Standard CF card Copy files on Windows Logging (when installed in GOT) Hard copy Alarm...
13.1.3 OS version confirmation Confirm the OS version carefully when install BootOS and standard monitor OS. When OS is installed, GOT checks and compares the OS version automatically. (1) When install BootOS When the BootOS to be installed has the older major version, GOT displays the installation disapproving message to cancel the installtion so that the older version may not be written.
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GOT rear face. GRAPHIC OPERATION TERMINAL MODEL GT1575-VTBA IN 100V to 240V AC 50/60 Hz POWER MAX 90VA 00004701 AA00001-A SERIAL MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC BootOS version MADE IN JAPAN BACKLIGHT GT15-70VLTT 13.1 Data Storage Location 13.1.3 OS version confirmation...
13.1.4 Capacity confirmation of the project data downloading location When download the project data, confirm the capacity of the user area in the drive to which transferred, the transferred project data size, the transfer size and buffering area size of the optional function OS in advance to judge whether to carry out the download.
13.1.5 Display file Each data stored in GOT is displayed with the following file name. The following table shows the description of each file and storage destination of data. Display Storage location File name Description screen (Drive name and file name) Standard CF card A:\G1BOOT\ G1OSBTOS.OUT...
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Display Storage location File name Description screen (Drive name and file name) G1OSFLST.OUT MELSEC-FX list editor function G1OSFLST.G1D MELSEC-FX list editor function management information file G1OSFLST.G1 MELSEC-FX list editor function screen data G1OSMTM.OUT Q motion monitor function G1OSMTM.G1D Q motion monitor function management information file G1OSMTM.G1 Q motion monitor function screen data Option...
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Display Storage location File name Description screen (Drive name and file name) Extended alarm log file CSV file AAM####.CSV Alarm Extended alarm log file TXT file AAM####.TXT information Extended alarm log file Binary file AAM####.G1A screen ALARMHST.CSV Alarm log file CSV file Standard CF card Hard copy A:\The folder name and file...
13.2 OS Information 13.2.1 Function of OS information Each file name/folder name of BootOS and OS (Standard monitor OS, communication driver and optional function OS) by which each drive (A: Standard CF card, C: Built-in flash memory) holds can be displayed in lists.
13.2.3 Display example of OS information Number Item Description The target drive which displays file or folder can be selected. Select drive When the CF card is not installed, [A: Built-in CF Card] is not displayed. Indicates whether the displayed name is for file or folder. Kind In case of file, displays the extension;...
13.2.4 Operation of OS information Display operation of OS information If touch a drive in [Select drive], the information of the first folder of the touched drive is displayed. If touch a folder name, the information of the touched folder is displayed. If touch a folder name of ".
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Installation operation BootOS and OS which are written in the A drive (Standard CF card) can be installed in GOT. Install the CF card to which the BootOS or OS to install is written to the GOT. Refer to the following for inserting/ removing method of CF card.
Upload operation BootOS and OS in the C drive (Built in flash memory) can be uploaded to the A drive (Standard CF card). Install the CF card used as the uploading destination to GOT.Refer to the following for inserting/removing method of CF card. 8.1 CF Card Touch [A: Built-in CF Card] of [Select drive].
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Property display operation Displays the property of the file stored in the selected folder. If touch button after selecting Property the property displaying target folder, the Property display shown left is displayed. In Property display, the following information is displayed for each file selected by Item Description...
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Data check operation Carries out data check of the selected system file. Dialog at data check normal Touch button after selecting a Data check data check target file. The dialog mentioned left will be displayed after executing data check. Touching button closes the dialog.
13.3 Project Information 13.3.1 Function of OS information The project data files stored in each drive (A: standard CF card, C: built in flash memory) can be displayed by lists. In addition, the files can be downloaded, uploaded, deleted or copied, etc. Function Description Reference page...
13.3.3 Display example of project information Number Item Description The drive by which a file or folder is displayed can be selected. Select drive When the CF card is not connected, [A: Built-in CF card] is not displayed. The project data (Project Folder) in the selected drive is displayed. When the name exceeds 18 characters, the 19th and later characters are not Name displayed.
13.3.4 Operation of project information Display operation of project information Touch the drive in Select drive. The project data in that drive will be displayed. Touch the project data. It is then selected and highlighted. Refer to the following for operation of delete, copy, property, data check, download, upload.
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Copy operation The file in the A drive is copied to another directory of the A drive. Copy to/from C drive is disabled. Install CF card in the PC, in which create a folder for the copy destination. Set the same character with [System Setting] of [System Environment] of GT Designer2 for the folder name.
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Touch button. If there is no file of the same name in the copy destination folder, starts to copy. When there is a file of the same name in the copy destination folder, the dialog mentioned left is displayed without starting the copy.
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Data check operation Carrys out data check of the selected project file. Dialog at data check normal Touch the button after Data check selecting the file for data check. The data check is executed and the result is displayed by the dialog shown left. If touch button, the dialog is closed.
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Download operation/setup operation (1) Download operation Transfers the project data stored in the A drive (Standard CF Card) to the C drive (Built in flash memory). (The GOT monitors using the data in the C drive.) Before download operation (1) Setup cancel When the project data in the A drive is set up, the project data cannot be downloaded to the C drive.
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If touch the button, the dialog Download mentioned left is displayed. Touching the button executes downloading. If any project data with the same name exists in the C drive, the screen shown left is displayed without starting downloading. In this case, the project data of the C drive is overwritten with the project data of the A drive when downloaded.
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(2) Setup operation Sets the project data stored in the A drive (Standard CF Card) to be used in the GOT. (The GOT monitors using the data in the A drive.)) Before setup operation When storing project data from GT Designer2 to CF card, select [A: Standard CF Card] for [Project Data] in [Boot Drive].
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Upload/setup cancel operation (1) Upload operation By upload operation, the project data is transferred from the C drive (Built in flash memory) to the A drive (Standard CF Card). Before setup operation The project data cannot be uploaded to the A drive when the project data of the A drive is set up.
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(2) Setup cancel operation By setup cancel, setup is canceled. Touch [A: Standard CF Card] in Select drive. If touch the button, the screen Upload mentioned left is displayed. If touch the button, setup cancel is executed. When the setup cancel is completed, the dialog mentioned left is displayed.
13.4 Alarm Information 13.4.1 Function of alarm information The extended alarm log file or alarm log file held by each drive (A: Built-in CF card, C: Flash Memory) is displayed. The functions below can be carried out for files. For details of Advanced Alarm, refer to the following manual. GT Designer2 Version Screen Design Manual (8 ALARM) Function...
13.4.3 The display example of alarm information Number Item Description The drive which displays file or folder can be selected. Select drive When CF card is not installed, [A: Built-in CF card] is not displayed. Indicates whether the displayed name is file or folder. Kind In case of file, displays the extension;...
13.4.4 Alarm information operation The display operation of alarm information If touch a drive of select drive, the information of the touched drive is displayed. If touch a folder name, the information of the touched folder is displayed. If touch a folder of ". .", the information of the folder of the one upper hierarchy is displayed.
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CSV conversion operation, G1A TXT conversion operation The selected G1A file is converted to CSV file or TXT file. Touch and select the G1A file which is to be converted to CSV file or TXT file. The following dialogue is displayed when touching the following button according to the file type to convert to.
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Deletion operation Deletes selected files. Touch and select the file to delete. If touch button, the dialog mentioned left is displayed. If touch button, the file is deleted. If touch button, the deletion is Cancel canceled. When the deletion is completed, the completion dialog is displayed.
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Copy operation Copies the selected file. Touch and select the file to copy. If touch button, the message Copy [Please select a destination.] is displayed in the left bottom of the screen. If the copy destination folder is touched, the screen display is changed to the folder of copy destination.
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Graph operation Displays the selected extended alarm log file in a graph. When the extended alarm watch (advanced user alarm, advanced system alarm) is set in history mode, the selected extended alarm log file is displayed in historical graph ( (1) Historical graph display).
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(1) Historical graph display • Displays the generated time ( ), confirmed time ( ) and restored ( ) time of each alarm. • Displays the time scales by 30 minutes interval in the bottom of the graph. • The alarms generated in the order of registering alarm are displayed. •...
13.5 Hard Copy Information 13.5.1 The function of hardcopy information Carries out delete, copy and move to the file created by the hardcopy function. Refer to the following manual for details of hard copy function. GT Designer2 Version Screen Design Manual (13.1 Hard copy) Function Description Reference page...
13.5.3 Display exmaple of hardcopy information Number Item Description The drive which displays file or folder can be selected. Select drive When CF card is not installed, [A: standard CF Card] is not displayed. Indicates whether the displayed name is file or folder. Kind In case of file, displays the extension;...
13.5.4 The operation of hardcopy information Display operation of hardcopy information If touch a drive of select drive, the information of the touched drive is displayed. If touch a folder name, the information in the touched folder is displayed. If touch a name of the folder of ". .", the information in the folder of one higher hierarchy is displayed.
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Delete operation Deletes the selected file. Touch and select the file to delete. If touch button, the screen mentioned left is displayed. If touch button, deletes the file. If touch button, cancel the Cancel deletion. When the deletion is completed, the completion dialog is displayed.
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Copy operation Copies the selected file. Touch and select the file to copy. If touch button, the dialog [Please Copy select a destination.] is displayed in the left bottom of the screen. If touch the folder of the copy destination, the screen display is changed to the folder of copy destination.
13.6 Memory card format 13.6.1 Format function of memory card Formats the memory card. 13.6.2 Display operation of memory card format Main menu Program/Data control 9.3 Utility Display) Touch [Program/Data control] Touch [Memory card format] Memory card format Select the drive and format.
13.6.3 Format operation of memory card Install the memory card to GOT. Refer to the following for inserting/ removing method of memory card. 8.1 CF Card Touch and select the drive to format by drive selection. If touch button, the password Format input screen is displayed.
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When the formatting is completed, the completion dialog mentioned left is displayed. If touch button, closes the dialog. Remark Restrictions on formatting • When use an unformatted memory card in GOT, format the memory card by PC. GOT cannot format the unformatted memory card. •...
13.7 Advanced Recipe Information Before using advanced recipe information For writing/reading into/from a controller with this function or editing of advanced recipe file on the personal computer, refer to the following manual. Specifications and operating procedure are described. GT Designer2 Version Screen Design Manual (13.1 Advanced Recipe Function) 13.7.1 Function of advanced recipe information...
13.7.3 Example of advanced recipe information display Advanced recipe information screen Number Item Description Drive [A: Built-in CF card] is displayed. (Even if CF card is not installed, this message appears.) Indicates whether the displayed name is file or folder. Kind In case of file, displays the extension;...
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Advanced recipe record list screen Touching the button on the advanced recipe information screen after selecting the Excute advanced recipe file, this screen appears. Records selected in each advanced recipe file can be displayed or saved/loaded. Number Item Description Record No. of advanced recipe file is displayed. Attribution of record is displayed.
13.7.4 Advanced recipe information operation Display operation of advanced recipe information If touch a drive of select drive, the information of the touched drive is displayed. If touch a folder name, the information of the touched folder is displayed. If touch a folder of ". .", the information of the folder of the one upper hierarchy is displayed.
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CSV conversion operation, G1P TXT conversion operation Advanced recipe file (G1P file) is converted to CSV file or Unicode text file that can be displayed/edited on personal computer. Touch and select the G1P file which is to be converted to CSV file or Unidcode text file.
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When the file, whose name is the same, exists in the destination folder, the dialog shown left appears without starting the conversion. If touch the button, overwrites the file. If touch button, cancels the Cancel conversion. The message of completion is displayed in dialogue when conversion is completed.
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Delete operation Folder and file to be used on advanced recipe are deleted. Touch and select the file/folder to delete. If touch button, the dialog mentioned left is displayed. If touch button, the file/folder is deleted. (While executing, "Processing..." message appears on the screen.) If touch button, the deletion is Cancel...
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Copy operation Folder to be used in advanced recipe is copied. Touch and select the file to copy. Touch the button. Copy Select the target folder. (Selecting a folder is not needed for outputting directly below the drive.) At this time, it cannot be copied into the same folder where the file exists.
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When the copy is completed, the dialog of completion is displayed. If touch button, closes the dialog. Move operation Files to be used in advanced recipe are moved. Select the file to be moved by touching it. Touch the button. Move Select the target folder.
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If touch the button, the dialog Execute shown left is displayed. Touch the button. (While executing, "Processing..." message appears on the screen.) When any file with the same name exists in the destination folder, the dialog shown left appears without starting the movement.
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Rename operation File name to be used in advanced recipe is changed. Select the file to be renamed by touching. If touch the button, displays the Rename screen shown left, then input the file name to be renamed. By touching the following button, input text type is changed.
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Folder create operation Folder to be used in advanced recipe is created. Touch the button. Create Folder The input key window shown left appears, then input the file name to be created. By touching the following button, input text type is changed. :English capital :Numeric/Symbol If touch the...
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G1P file create operation Advanced recipe file (G1P file) is created. When advanced recipe is only executed on Utility, advanced recipe file should be created with this function in advance. Touch the button. Create G1P The screen to select the advanced recipe setting is displayed.
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If touch the button, the dialog Enter shown left is displayed. Touch the button. When the file, whose name is the same, exists in the destination folder, the dialog shown left appears without starting the creation. Touching the button overwrites the file.
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Record load operation Selected record value is loaded in the device of controller. Select the recipe file and touch the button. Excute As the Advanced Recipe Record List screen is displayed, select the record comment to which you want to load the device value.
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Record save operation Device value of a controller is saved in the selected record. Select the recipe file and touch the button. Excute As the Advanced Recipe Record List screen is displayed, select the record comment for saving the device value. If touch the button, the screen Save record...
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If touch the button, the dialog Enter shown left is displayed. If touch the button, starts saving record. When saving is completed, completion dialog is displayed. If touch the button, closes the dialog. 13.7 Advanced Recipe Information - 61 13.7.4 Advanced recipe information operation...
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Record match operation Verifies weather selected record matches to the device value of the controller. After executing loading/saving with advanced recipe, verifies weather its contents are reflected. Select the recipe file and touch the button. Excute As the Advanced Recipe Record List screen is displayed, select the record comment for matching the device value.
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When matching is completed, completion dialog is displayed. If touch the button, closes the dialog. If selected record does not match to the device value of controller, the dialog shown left is displayed. 13.7 Advanced Recipe Information - 63 13.7.4 Advanced recipe information operation...
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Device value delete operation The device value of selected record is deleted (without value) and changed to record only for reading. (The record name is not deleted.) Select the recipe file and touch the button. Excute As the Advanced Recipe Record List screen is displayed, select the record comment to be deleted.
13.7.5 Precautions Precautions for create/delete (1) When creating folder/file (a) Number of characters set for folder or file name. GOT recognizes file location according to path explained below. Specify folder or file name, and total characters of path cannot exceed 78 characters. Users only can rename folder or file name.
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Precautions for operation (1) Precautions during folder/file operation (Create/Delete/Copy/File output, etc) Even if CF card access switch has been turned OFF while GOT is processing folders and files, the processing continues to be executed. (Example: Even if CF card access switch has been turned OFF while GOT is creating a folder, the folder is created.) Therefore, do not pull out the CF card while the "Processing..."...
13.8 Logging Information 13.8.1 Function of logging information Logging files created with the logging function can be copied, deleted or renamed, etc. Without using a personal computer, you can manage logging files on the GOT. For details of the logging function, refer to the following manual. GT Designer2 Version Screen Design Manual (11.3 Logging Function) Function...
13.8.2 Display operation of logging information Main menu Program/Data control 9.3 Utility Display) Touch [Program/Data Touch [Logging control] Information] [Logging Information] Operate Logging file. 13.8 Logging Information - 68 13.8.2 Display operation of logging information...
13.8.3 Example of logging information display Number Item Description Drive [A: Built-in CF card] is displayed. (Even if CF card is not installed, this message appears.) Indicates whether the displayed name is file or folder. Kind In case of file, displays the extension; in case of folder, displays "DIR". Displays the file name or folder name.
13.8.4 Logging information operation Display operation of logging information If touch a drive of select drive, the information of the touched drive is displayed. If touch a folder name, the information of the touched folder is displayed. If touch a folder of ". .", the information of the folder of the one upper hierarchy is displayed.
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Operation of G1L CSV conversion G1L TXT conversion Logging file (G1L file) is converted to CSV file or Unicode text file that can be displayed/edited on personal computer. Touch and select the G1L file which is to be converted to CSV file or Unidcode text file.
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When the file, whose name is the same, exists in the destination folder, the dialog shown left appears without starting the conversion. If touch the button, overwrites the file. If touch button, cancels the Cancel conversion. The message of completion is displayed in dialogue when conversion is completed.
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Delete operation Folder and file to be used on logging are deleted. Touch and select the file/folder to delete. If touch button, the dialog mentioned left is displayed. If touch button, the file/folder is deleted. (While executing, "Processing..." message appears on the screen.) If touch button, the deletion is Cancel...
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Copy operation Folder to be used in logging is copied. Touch and select the file to copy. Touch the button. Copy Select the target folder. (Selecting a folder is not needed for outputting directly below the drive.) At this time, it cannot be copied into the same folder where the file exists.
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When the copy is completed, the dialog of completion is displayed. If touch button, closes the dialog. Move operation Files to be used in logging are moved. Select the file to be moved by touching it. Touch the button. Move Select the target folder.
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If touch the button, the dialog Execute shown left is displayed. Touch the button. (While executing, "Processing..." message appears on the screen.) When only file with the same name exists in the destination folder, the dialog shown left appears without starting the movement.
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Rename operation File name to be used in logging is changed. Select the file to be renamed by touching. If touch the button, displays the Rename screen shown left, then input the file name to be renamed. By touching the following button, input text type is changed.
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Folder create operation Folder to be used in logging is created. Touch the button. Create Folder The input key window shown left appears, then input the file name to be created. By touching the following button, input text type is changed. :English capital :Numeric/Symbol If touch the...
13.8.5 Precautions Precautions for create/delete (1) When creating folder/file (a) Number of characters set for folder or file name. GOT recognizes file location according to path explained below. Specify folder or file name, and total characters of path cannot exceed 78 characters. Users only can rename folder or file name.
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Precautions for operation (1) Precautions during folder/file operation (Create/Delete/Copy/File output, etc) Even if CF card access switch has been turned OFF while GOT is processing folders and files, the processing continues to be executed. (Example: Even if CF card access switch has been turned OFF while GOT is creating a folder, the folder is created.) Therefore, do not pull out the CF card while the "Processing..."...
13.9 Memory Information 13.9.1 Memory information functions Displays the flash memory empty area size available for the user of each drive and Boot drive empty area size. Confirming memory empty space is enabled without connecting a personal computer. 13.9.2 Memory information display operation Main menu Program/Data control 9.3 Utility Display)
13.9.3 Memory information display example Item Description Indicates the memory space of each drive available for the user to store files or Flash memory empty area size folders. The [A: Standard CF Card] is not displayed when CF card is not installed. Boot drive empty area size Indicates the empty area size of boot drive specified by the user.
13.10 Special Data Information 13.10.1 Special data information function Special data used in the intelligent unit monitor function or others can be copied, deleted, downloaded, or uploaded. For details of special data, refer to the following manual. GT Designer2 Version Basic Operation/Data Transfer Manual (8.1 Data Types and Sizes Transferred to the GOT) Function...
13.10.3 Special data information display example Number Item Description The drive by which a file or folder is displayed can be selected. Select drive When the CF card is not installed, [A: Built-in CF card] is not displayed. Indicates whether the displayed name is file or folder. Kind In the case of file, displays the extension;...
13.10.4 Special data information operation Special data information display operation If touch a drive in [Select drive], the special data in the drive is displayed. Refer to the following for operation of delete, property, data check and download. • Delete....... in this section •...
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Delete operation Deletes the selected file. Touch and select the file to delete. If touch the button, the screen Delete mentioned left is displayed. Check if the deletion target file is specified correctly. Touching the button deletes the file. Touching the button cancels the Cancel deletion.
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Property display operation Displays the property of selected special data. Touch the button after selecting a Property special data to display Property as shown left. In Property display, the following information is displayed. Item Description Date Displays date and time of file creation. Author Displays the author of the project data.
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Data check operation Checks the selected special data. Dialog when data is normal Select a data check target file and touch button. Data check The data check is executed and the result is displayed by the dialog shown left. If touch the button the dialog is closed.
Download operation Transfers the special data written in the A drive (Standard CF Card) to the C drive (Built-in flash memory) Special data to be stored in a CF card When storing the project data from GT Designer2 to CF card, select [C: Built-in flash memory] for [Project Data] in [Boot Drive].
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If touch the button, the screen Download mentioned left is displayed. Downloading is executed when the button is touched. If there is a project data of the same name in the C drive, the screen shown left is displayed. If touch the button, the project data is downloaded and the project data in the C drive is overwritten.
14. GOT SELF CHECK (DEBUG & SELF CHECK) The GOT can display the screen for debugging or self-checking. The following describes the functions available as the debugging and self checking function. Item Description Reference page System monitor, Ladder monitor, A list editor, List editor for MELSEC-A, Debug intelligent module monitor, Network monitor, Q motion monitor, servo amplifier 14-1...
14.1.2 Display operation of Debug Main menu Debug & self check Debug 9.3 Utility Display) Touch Touch the debug to [Debug]. be operated. Touch [Debug & self check]. Debug is displayed. (For System monitor) 14.1 Debug 14.1.2 Display operation of Debug...
14.2 Self check 14.2.1 Self check function Carries out self-check of screen data or memory etc. The items which can be self-checked are as follows. Items Description Reference page Carries out write/read check of the memory card and built-in flash memory Memory check 14-4 5 9 2 0...
14.3 Memory Check 14.3.1 Memory check function Memory check function carries out the write/read check of A drive (Built-in CF card) and C drive (Built-in flash memory) Function Description A drive memory check Checks whether the memory (CF card) of the A drive can be read/written normally. Checks whether the memory (Built-in flash memory) of the C drive can be read/written C drive memory check normally.
When no faults are found in mounting, etc, a memory failure may be arosen. Replace the memory card or built-in flash memory (C drive). For details of built-in flash memory, contact your local Mitsubishi (Electric System) Service. The following example explains about Memory Check using built-in flash memory (C drive).
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When error is found by memory check, the dialog indicating the area in which the error occurred is displayed. In case of error, contact your local Mitsubishi (Electric System) Service. If touch , returns to the Memory check screen. 14.3 Memory Check...
2. There are parts of basic figure and drawing patterns which are not drawn according to the layout and procedures described in "Section 13.3.3 Display and Operation of Drawing Check". When missing bits occurs, contact your local Mitsubishi (Electric System) Service. 14.4 Drawing Check 14.4.1 Drawing check function...
14.4.3 Drawing check operation The screen for drawing check can be displayed by touching [Drawing check] on the Display check menu. Before execute drawing check Touching the upper right part of the screen proceeds to the next check in each step during drawing check. Touching the upper left part of the screen returns to the [Display check] screen.
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Basic figure check Check whether there is no shape transformation of basic figure or display losses. The basic figure drawn has 4 types: 1. Filled circle, 2. Line, 3. Rectangle, 4. Ellipse. To (a) Pattern 1of (3) Move check among screens 14.4 Drawing Check 14.4.3 Drawing check operation...
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Move check among screens (a) Pattern 1: Shape transformation, color check The drawn figures are displayed in order and at regular intervals. If the shape and color are displayed visually in order, it is normal. To Pattern 2 Pattern 1 (b) Pattern 2: Shape transformation, color check The drawn figures are displayed in order and at regular intervals.
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(c) Pattern 3: Shape transformation, color check The overlaped shapes of pattern 1 and pattern 2 are displayed. If the shape and color are displayed visually in order, it is normal. To Pattern 4 (d) Pattern 4: Shape Check The drawn figures are displayed in order and at regular intervals. If the shape and color are displayed visually in order, it is normal.
14.5 Font Check 14.5.1 Font check function The font check is a function which confirms fonts installed in GOT. The character data of the font is displayed on the upper left part of the screen one by one. 14.5.2 Display operation of Font check Main menu Debug &...
14.5.3 Font check operation Font check starts by touching [Font Check] in the [Display check] screen. The character data of the built-in font (in the built-in flash memory) can be checked visually to confirm the font drawings by displaying the character data serially on the screen. Before execute font check Touching the upper right part of the screen proceeds to the next check in each step during Font check.
If the touched part is not filled with yellow color, there are the following two possible causes. 1. Display part failure 2. Touch panel failure In that case, contact your local Mitsubishi (Electric System) Service. 14.6 Touch Panel Check - 14 14.6.1 Touch panel check function...
14.6.3 Touch panel check operations If touch [Touch panel check] of self-check, a black-filled screen is displayed over the entire screen area. Touch a part of the screen. The touched part becomes a yellow-filled display. Black-filled screen Yellow color If touch the upper left part, returns to the self-check. Upper-left touch position Remark Checking the upper left part of the screen...
14.7 I/O Check 14.7.1 I/O check function The I/O check is a function which checks whether GOT and PLC can communicate with each other. If I/O check ends normally, the communication interface and the connection cable hardwares are normal. To execute I/O check, the communication driver has to be installed in GOT in advance from GT Designer2. Refer to the following for the details related to the installation of the communication driver.
14.7.3 I/O Check Operation Connecting target confirmation If touch [CPU] button, the connecting target confirmation communication check is carried out. After the CPU communication starts normally, the dialog mentioned right notifying that it is on checking, untill the connecting target confirmation communication ends normally.
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Self-loopback If touch [Self], the hardware check of RS-232 interface is carried out. For preparation for the self-loopback communication check, insert the connector for self-loopback check (Customer purchased) shown in the diagram right in the RS-232 interface. For this connector, short 2 and 3 pins, 7 and 8 pins and 4 and 6 pins, respectively.
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If an error occurs, the dialog is displayed, which notifies the GOT terminates abnormally at that point and at which byte the error occurred. If a verification error occurs, the RS-232 interface hardware may be faulty. If touch button in the dialog, the GOT restarts. 14.7 I/O Check - 19 14.7.3 I/O Check Operation...
15. CLEANING OF DISPLAY SECTION (CLEAN) In utility, the screen can be set as not to be effected by touching the screen when clean with clothes. Refer to the below for the cleaning procedure. 19.3 Cleaning Method 15.1 Clean 15.1.1 Display operation of Clean Main menu Clean 9.3 Utility Display)
15.1.2 Operation of Clean After cleaning the screen, touch the screen following the instruction displayed. After touching the screen, the screen returns to the Main Menu. Depending on the GOT to use, either of the following screens is displayed. • Display pattern 1 •...
16. MAINTENANCE TIME NOTIFICATION SETTING (MAINTENANCE TIMING SETTING) Energization time, touch count and writing times used as standard for the maintenance time are set. When use the maintenance timing function, battery and option function board are required. Refer to the following below for details of battery and option function board. 8.
16.1 Maintenance Timing Setting 16.1.1 Maintenance time notification function When use maintenance time notification function, battery and option function button are required. When setting the maintenance notifying time, refer to the life descrived in Section 3.2 Performance Specifications as a guide to set time or count. The maintenance time notification is output by the following two methods.
16.1.2 Display operation of maintenance timimg setting Main menu Maintenance time notification settings 9.3 Utility Display) Touch [Maintenance timing setting] For the addition times as power on addition time, refer to the following. 17.1 Addition times reset 16.1 Maintenance Timing Setting 16.1.2 Display operation of maintenance timimg setting...
16.1.3 Operation of maintenance time notification Touch a select button (item to be set) on the screen. • Key: If touched, displays the keyboard in the bottom part of the screen. Numerical (For keyboard operation, refer Section 9.3.3 Basic operation of settings change page.) Define the numerical input by Enter...
17. ADDITION TIMES RESET FOR MAINTENANCE TIME NOTIFICATION (ADDITION TIMES RESET) Displays the present value of Backlight maintenance time notification period, Display section maintenance time notification period, Touch key maintenance time notification count and Built-in flash memory maintenance time notification count which are additioned for the maintenance time notification, respectively and resets these values.
17.1.3 Operation of Addition times reset If touch button of each item, the addition time or the addition count becomes "0". Reset If touch button, the reset value is reflected. If touch button instead of touching button, the changed contents are canceled after the dialog below is displayed, and the screen closes.
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18. INSTALLATION OF COREOS, BOOTOS AND STANDARD MONITOR OS To execute the GOT utility, BootOS or standard monitor OS has to be installed in the C drive (built-in flash memory). This chapter explains the installation using GOT. GT Designer2 Memory card BootOS or standard Write OS file monitor OS installation...
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18.1 BootOS and Standard Monitor OS Required for installation Under-mentioned BootOS and Standard monitor OS are necessary to execute utility. OS name Function overview Storage location Requied for the control of GOT and the communication between PC and GOT. Installed at factory shipment. Built-in flash memory BootOS (BootOS can be installed from GT Designer2 or the CF card.
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18.2 Prior Preparations for Installing BootOS and Standard Monitor OS For the installation using GOT, the memory card storing BootOS or standard monitor OS is required. For the method of writing BootOS and standard monitor OS in the memory card, the following two methods are available.
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18.3 BootOS and Standard Monitor OS Installation Using Memory Card There are the following two types for the BootOS,standard monitor OS installation. (1) Installing when starting the GOT 18.3.1) All the OS and project data stored in the memory card are transferred to the GOT when powering on the GOT.
18.3.1 Installing when starting the GOT The displayed message is different depending on the installation condition of standard monitor OS. When the screen requesting operation is displayed, operate the GOT according to the instructions on the screen. Operation procedure Power OFF GOT and CF card access switch. Insert the CF card in which BootOS, standard monitor OS or project data is stored in the CF card interface of GOT.
18.3.2 Installation method using the program/data control function (Utility) For details of program/data control function, refer to the following. 13. FILE DISPLAY AND COPY (PROGRAM/DATA CONTROL) Precautions on executing program/data control function When execute program/data control function, standard monitor OS has to be installed in GOT in advance.
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CF card access LED is lit during install execution. Do not pull out the CF card or power OFF the GOT while the CF card access card is lit. GOT restarts automatically after the installation is completed. Reboot. After confirming that GOT restarted normaly, switch OFF the CF card access switch of GOT. Confirm the CF card access LED is not lit, remove the CF card from the CF card interface of GOT.
18.4 When installing the different version of BootOS, standard monitor OS (1) BootOS installation When installing BootOS, GOT compares the version of the BootOS to be installed with the version of BootOS which is already installed. When the BootOS to be installed has the older major version, GOT displays the installation disapproving message to cancel the installtion so that the older version may not be written.
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Check the version of BootOS installed in GOT at product shipment on the rating plate on GOT rear face. GRAPHIC OPERATION TERMINAL MODEL GT1575-VTBA IN 100 240VAC 50/60Hz POWER MAX 90VA 00004701 AA00001-A SERIAL MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC BootOS MADE IN JAPAN BACKLIGHT GT15-70VLTT version 18.4 When installing the different version of BootOS, standard monitor...
• Powering the GOT off. • Pressing the GOT reset button. If the GOT does not operate, please consult your local Mitsubishi (Electric System) Service center or representative. If the GOT does not recover even when installing the CoreOS, the error may be caused by a hardware failure.
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Installing the CoreOS Write the CoreOS from GT Designer2 to the CF card. For details of GT Designer2 operation, refer to the following manual. GT Designer2 Version Basic Operation/Data Transfer Manual (8. TRANSFERRING DATA) After confirming that the GOT is powered off, install the CF card in the GOT. After installing, switch the CF card access switch on.
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Turning the CF card access switch off executes Core OS installation. When the installation is completed, the dialog as shown below is displayed. (The POWER LED of the GOT blinks (green/orange) at the installation completion.) Confirm that the message is displayed and power the GOT off. Remove the CF card after powering the GOT off.
When the CoreOS cannot be installed, confirm the following item. If the CoreOS cannot be installed even after checking the following item, the error may be caused by a hardware failure. Please consult your local Mitsubishi (Electric System) Service center or representative. Error Action (1) Check whether the CF card access switch of the GOT is on.
However, the battery, liquid crystal screen and backlight have each life length. It is recommended to replace the battery, backlight periodically. (For the replacement of the liquid crystal screen, please consult Mitsubishi (Electric System) Service.) Refer to the following section for the lives of the battery, liquid crystal screen and backlight.
Inspection Item Inspection Method Criterion Action Replace with new battery Check [GOT internal when the current battery battery voltage status] has reached the specified Battery in [Time setting & No alarm appears life span, even if battery display] of the Utility. voltage low is not (Refer to 13.) displayed.
19.4 Battery Voltage Low Detection and Battery Replacement The battery is used for backing up the present time or the maintenance time notification data. It is recommended that you replace battery periodically. Refer to the following for the replacement procedure. 8.7 Battery The battery voltage low detection can be confirmed by the utility and system alarm.
19.5 Backlight Shutoff Detection and Replacement The backlight is built into GOT for the liquid crystal display. When GOT detects backlight shutoff, the POWER LED blinks green/orange alternately. The brightness of the backlight decreases with the lapse of usage period. When backlight shutoff is detected or the display becomes unclear, replace the backlight.
19.6 Backlight Replacement This section explains the backlight replacing methods. 19.6.1 Applicable backlight The following backlights are applicable for GT15 Model Description GT15-90XLTT For 15” TFT (XGA) of high intensity and wide angle view GT15-80SLTT For 12.1” TFT (SVGA) of high intensity and wide angle view GT15-70SLTT For 10.4”...
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Remove the case after passing the battery holder through the mounting hole. When removing, take care of not cutting the cable of the battery holder. (Expanded figure of part A in Disconnect the cable connector of the upper (H01) backlight and the cable connector of the lower (H02) backlight from the GOT side connectors.
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Pull the upper backlight out through the hole for backlight replacement on the upper part of the GOT. In the same way, pull the lower backlight out through the hole for backlight replacement on the lower part of the GOT. Hole for backlight replacement Mount a new backlight in the reverse procedure of removal.
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Remove the expansion unit cover from the right side of the GOT. Remove the expansion unit, e.g. bus connection unit, if it is mounted. Remove the GOT rear fixing screws (8 pcs.) with a screwdriver. Remove the case after passing the battery holder through the mounting hole. When removing, take care of not cutting the cable of the battery holder.
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Press the backlight fixing latch (black) with your finger, and pull out the backlight to the left. When pulling the backlight, press the packing with your finger so that the backlight will not be hit with the packing. (When replacing GT15-80SLTT) (When replacing GT15-70SLTT, GT15-70VLTT or GT15-70VLTN) Latch Latch...
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Pull up the backlight drive board, and disconnect the cable connector of the backlight from the connector of the backlight drive board. Press the backlight fixing latch (black) with your finger, and pull out the backlight to the left. When pulling the backlight, press the packing with your finger so that the backlight will not be hit with the packing.
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For GT15-60VLTT or GT15-60VLTN Backlight replacement varies with the hardware version of the applicable GOT. Before replacement, please confirm the hardware version. Appendix 2 Confirming of GOT's Hardware Version) Type Hardware version Reference D (April, 2005) or earlier (2) Replacement procedure 2 GT1565-VTBA E (March, 2005) or later (1) Replacement procedure 1...
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Disconnect the cable connector of the upper (H01) backlight and the cable connector of the lower (H02) backlight from the GOT side connectors. (Expanded figure of part A in Remove the cables of the upper connector (H01) from the 2 slits (black). Similarly, remove the cables of the upper connector (H02) from the 2 slits (black).
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(2) Replacement 2 Power off the GOT. Disconnect the power supply cable and communication cable. Remove the GOT from the control panel. Remove the expansion unit cover on the right side of the GOT. Remove the expansion unit, e.g. bus connection unit, if it is mounted. Remove the GOT rear fixing screws (8 pcs.) with a screwdriver, and remove the case.
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(3) Replacement 3 Power off the GOT Disconnect the power supply cable and communication cable. Remove the GOT from the control panel. Remove the expansion unit cover on the right side of the GOT. Remove the expansion unit, e.g. bus connection unit, if it is mounted. Remove the GOT rear fixing screws (8 pcs.) with a screwdriver.
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Disconnect the cable connector of the backlight from the GOT side connector. (Expanded figure of part A in Remove the cables from the 2 slits (black). (Expanded figure of part B in (6)) Press the backlight fixing latch (black) with your finger, and pull out the backlight to the left. Latch Mount a new backlight in the reverse procedure of removal.
20. ERROR MESSAGE AND SYSTEM ALARM This chapter describes the error message and system alarm displayed in the GOT. As the error code and error message displaying functions when an error occurs at the GOT, controller or network, there are two kinds: system alarm and advanced system alarm. The error code can also be confirmed in the error code storage area of the system information function.
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Error code and reference manual Error source Error code Contents Reference 0 to 99 User's manual of the ACPU Error code of CPU (for ACPU) (Value of D9008) connected with GOT Error code of the following controllers User's manual of the FXCPU Controller connected with GOT •...
20.2 List of Error Message/System Alarm The system alarm detected with GOT is shown below. Error Error message Action code Decrease the number of objects from the displayed screen. For the number of maximum objects for 1 screen, refer to the Set monitor points too large.
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Error Error message Action code The monitored device No. is out of the permissible area of the Dedicated device is out of range. targeted PLC CPU. Confirm device range. Set the device within the range that can be monitored by the monitored PLC CPU and parameter settings.
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Error Error message Action code Recipe file make error. Reboot Failed to generate recipe file. GOT after inserting memory Reboot the GOT after installing the memory card. card. Failed to write in the recipe file. Unable to write Recipe file. 1.
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Error Error message Action code The time-out error occurred during communicating. 1. Confirm the cable omission, the communication module mounting status and status of the PLC. Channel No. is not displayed in error code or error message in the case an error occurs when using the multi-channel function.
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Error Error message Action code E71 is set as read-only. Clear The Ethernet module on the PLC side is set in read-only. setting. Set the Ethernet module on the PLC side to write-enabled. PLC CPU error. Communication between PLC CPU and the Not communicating between PLC side Ethernet module impossible.
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Error Error message Action code Units are mounted on the GOT exceeding the maximum Too many units mounted on GOT. number of mountable units. Reduce units. Check the number of units, and remove unnecessary units. The communication driver set in the Communication Setting and the communication unit installed on the GOT do not match.
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Error Error message Action code User notifies the touching count of the touch key that reaches to more than 80 % of the setting time with the dedicated GS. GOT can be restored by executing the addition times reset Warning! Touch panel needs function after replacing the touch key.
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Error Error message Action code The capacity for the buffering area is insufficient in the build in flash memory 1. Confirm whether there are no mistakes in specified buffering 520 Insufficient Flash ROM capacity area size. 2. Install the option function board with add-on memory. The capacity for the buffering area is insufficient in the user memory (RAM) Insufficient user memory (RAM)
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Error Error message Action code Capacity shortage of user There is no empty area/space in D drive. memory (RAM) Format the D drive in the memory to secure free area. Advanced Recipe cannot be executed for advanced recipe file 581 Abnormal Advanced recipe file with incorrect contents.
20.3 Troubleshooting in Bus Connection When connect GOT and PLC CPU with bus connection, and the cause is not clear in "20.2 List of Error Message/System Alarm", execute the following troubleshooting. Refer to the following for details concerning the bus connection. GOT1000 Series Connection Manual 20.3.1 Locating error positions Explanation regarding the method of specifying the error part.
20.3.2 Further locating error positions If the function of the PLC cannot be recovered even when the module on which an error occurs is replaced with a new one, the error may be caused by the effect from another module. Disconnect the extension cables and bus connection cables in order from the modules starting from the module located furthest from the operating position in the system, and check for the status of occurrence of the error each time the cables are disconnected until the error does not occur.
20.3.3 Specific example of troubleshooting Taking the following system as an example, troubleshooting is shown when PLC CPU error occurred. (When QnASCPU and the extension base unit are used) (main base unit) GOT 1) GOT 2) Extension cable (extension base unit) Bus connection Bus connection cable...
Replacement 19.6 Backlight Replacement) The possible cause is a GOT hardware fault. Please consult your local Mitsubishi (Electric System) Service center or representative, explaining a detailed description of the problem. For utility menu, refer to the following. 11. DISPLAY AND OPERATION SETTINGS (GOT SET UP) For the details of the forced screen saver enable signal, refer to the following.
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(5) Depth at the time of communication unit loading GOT rear face GOT side face 100 (3.94) or more GOT type Dimension of * GT1595 55 (2.17) GT1585 46 (1.81) 43 (1.69) GT157 46 (1.81) GT156 Communication unit Unit: mm (inch) Other equipment (a) GT1595 Communication unit...
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(b) GT1585 Communication unit model name (bending radius of the cable) GT15-QBUS, 95(3.74) 28(1.1) 55(2.17) GT15-QBUS2 18(0.71) GT15-ABUS, 73.5(2.89) 8.5(0.34) 36(1.42) GT15-ABUS2 GT15-75QBUSL, 95(3.74) 28(1.1) 55(2.17) GT15-75QBUS2L 5(0.2) GT15-75ABUSL, 73.5(2.89) 8(0.32) 36(1.42) GT15-75ABUS2L 64(2.52) GT15-RS2-9P*1, 72.5(2.85) 9.5(0.37) GT15-RS4-9S*1 30(1.18) 18(0.71) GT15-RS4-TE*1 33.5(1.32) 0(0)
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This dimension is applied when the external dimension of cable connector is 21.5mm. (Refer to the following fig- ure.) The dimension varies depending on the connector used. GT15-J71E71-100 Cable connector For cable details of GT15-75J71LP23-Z (Optical loop unit), consult the local office of Mitsubishi Electric System & Service, Co., Ltd. Appendix 1 External Dimensions...
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(6) External dimensions of the communication cable External dimensions of the bus connection cable connector Dimensions (mm) and shape of the connector Cable model Cable length (m(ft.)) GOT side PLC side 0.6(2), 1.2(3.9),3(10),5(20), 10(33) Fig. 3 Fig. 3 GT15-QC B 15(49),20(66),25(82),30(98),35(120) Fig.
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Appendix 2 Confirming of GOT's Hardware Version The hardware version of the applicable GOTs is indicated on the rating plate of the GOT rear face. Hardware version Conformed standard The applicable back light model Back light model is described. Appendix 2 Confirming of GOT's Hardware Version...
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Appendix 3 Usage Condition of Utility Function The function which can be used differs according to the GOT type. Moreover, there are the function which can be set with drawing software and the function which cannot be set. : Applicable : N/A Drawing Item...
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: Applicable : N/A Drawing Item Functions overview GT15 GT11 Setting Operation Setting of buzzer volume Security level change (security password input of each object) Security setting Utility call key Setting of the menu call key Key sensitivity Setting key sensitivity Key reaction speed Displaying key reaction speed Touch panel calibration...
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: Applicable : N/A Drawing Item Functions overview GT15 GT11 Setting Installing OS Uploading OS OS information Property display of OS (Kind, version, and date) Data check of system file (OS) Downloading project file Uploading project file Project file deleting Project Information Copying project file (A drive A drive)
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: Applicable : N/A Drawing Item Functions overview GT15 GT11 Setting CSV conversion (Convert from G1L of the logging file to CSV) TXT conversion (Convert from G1L of the logging file to TXT) Deleting logging file or folder Logging information Copying logging file Moving logging file Changing logging file name...
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: Applicable : N/A Drawing Item Functions overview GT15 GT11 Setting Monitoring and testing PLC devices, monitoring and changing System monitor values in the special module buffer memory Ladder monitor Displaying ladder monitor, executing hard copy A List editor Changing sequence programs or parameters of the ACPU FX list editor Editing sequence programs of the FXCPU in a list Monitoring or changing data of intelligent function module buffer...
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Appendix 4 Transportation Precautions When transporting lithium batteries, make sure to treat them based on the transport regulations. Appendix 4.1 Relevant models The battery for the GOT1000 Series is classified as shown in the table below. Product name Model Description Handled as Battery for GOT1000 Series GT15-BAT...
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Appendix 5 List of Functions Added by GT Designer2 Version Upgrade (For GOT1000 Series) The following describes the functions added by version upgrade of the GT Designer2 Version2.17T. For using the following functions, use GT Designer2 or OS of the corresponding version or later. Added GOT main unit Version of GT Target Models...
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Version of GT Item Description Version of OS Designer2 Supporting connection to CC-Link (Via G4) CC-Link connection Communication driver 2.09K Supporting connection to Q172HCPU, (Via G4) CC-LINK(G4) [01.02.**] Q173HCPU Supporting connection to the Ethernet Communication driver Ethernet connection 2.09K QJ71E71/AJ71(Q)E71 Supporting connection to Q172HCPU, [01.02.**] Q173HCPU...
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Version of GT Item Description Version of OS Designer2 Communication driver Supporting connection to servo amplifier 2.09K MELSERVO-J2S/M [01.02.**] Servo amplifier connection Supporting connection to MELSERVO-J3 Communication driver 2.18U series MELSERVO-J3,J2S/M [02.02.**] Bar code reader Extended function OS Supporting connection to barcode reader 2.09K connection Barcode [01.02.**]...
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Added common settings/object functions Version of GT Item Description Version of OS Designer2 Figure JPEG file reading enabled 2.09K Standard monitor OS [01.02.**] Text 2.09K Standard monitor OS [01.02.**] Windows fonts applicable Standard monitor OS [02.02.**] Option OS KANJI Region Supporting Chinese (Traditional) 2.18U Standard font (Chinese: Traditional)
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Version of GT Item Description Version of OS Designer2 Parts Display 2.09K Standard monitor OS [01.02.**] Function for using BMP/JPEG data in memory card as parts Parts Movement 2.09K Standard monitor OS [01.02.**] Panelmeter 2.09K Standard monitor OS [01.02.**] Windows fonts applicable Historical Trend Function to display the data collected by the...
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Other functions added Version of GT Item Description Version of OS Designer2 Unlimited installation Extended function OS and option OS can be of extended function installed unlimitedly. 2.18U BootOS [02.02.**.E] OSs and option OSs (Conventionally, the limit was 10.) Function for monitoring/testing device of PLC System monitoring Extended function OS CPU or buffer memory of intelligent function...
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INDEX Communication detail settings display operation ............... 10-12 A list editor ............14-1 Communication detail settings functions ..10-12 Addition times reset for maintenance time notification Display contents of communication detail settings ................17-1 ............... 10-14 Addition times reset function ......17-1 Key word registration, deletion and protection delete Display operation of addition times reset ..
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Memory check operation........14-5 Memory information ........... 13-81 General specifications ........... 3-1 Mounting position........... 6-2 GOT self check............ 14-1 Multi color display board ........2-9,8-7 GOT set up ............11-1 Applicable multi-color display board....8-7 GOT-to-GOT connection cable......2-6 Installing procedure of the multi-color display board GOT-to-GOT long distance connection cable ..
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1. Gratis Warranty Term and Gratis Warranty Range If any faults or defects (hereinafter "Failure") found to be the responsibility of Mitsubishi occurs during use of the product within the gratis warranty term, the product shall be repaired at no cost via the sales representative or Mitsubishi Service Company.
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GT15 User s Manual GT15-U(SHO)-E MODEL MODEL 1D7M23 CODE SH(NA)-080528ENG-D(0510)MEE HEAD OFFICE : TOKYO BUILDING, 2-7-3 MARUNOUCHI, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO 100-8310, JAPAN NAGOYA WORKS : 1-14 , YADA-MINAMI 5-CHOME , HIGASHI-KU, NAGOYA , JAPAN When exported from Japan, this manual does not require application to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry for service transaction permission.