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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before installation, operation, maintenance, and/or inspection of this product, be sure to read through carefully this manual and other related manuals. Do not use this product until you are familiar with all the information concerning this product, safety information, and precautions provided in those manuals.
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Do not install, wire, handle, modify, or use maintenance parts in any manner not described in this manual. Such a practice may result in breakdown of this equipment or peripherals, injury or even death. Hitachi will not be responsible for any accident or failure resulting from such mishandling.
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During work For each procedure, follow the given sequence of steps. Use the special tools and instruments, specified for the work in the manual or commercially available tools and instruments which fit the purpose. Use measurement instruments and powered tools which are properly calibrated or periodically inspected.
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Prevention of electric shocks Before starting work, make sure that, unless otherwise specifically instructed, there is no potential electric hazard in the maintenance area such as insufficient grounding or a wet floor. Before starting work, note where the emergency power-off switches are located and make sure you know how to operate them.
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Procedures in an emergency For electric shock Do not panic. Do not become another victim through contact with the injured person. First, shut off the electric current passing through the victim. Use the emergency power-off switch, if there is one, or, otherwise, a normal power- off switch.
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Hazard Warning Statements The following are the hazard warning statements contained in this manual. 2.1 NOTICE Statement (chapter 1, page 1-8) NOTICE Where for some reason the programmable controller has to be installed at a location that has a possibility of being exposed to rain and water conditions, be sure to mount it in a drip-proof enclosure.
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(chapter 1, page 1-13) NOTICE Construct an emergency stop circuit and an interlock circuit outside the programmable controller. Unless they are so constructed, failure of the product may result in machine breakdown or accident. Keep the input/output currents of I/O modules within the maximum permitted current values.
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(chapter 1, page 1-14) NOTICE As the external power supply, select a power supply with overvoltage and overcurrent protection. If a product smokes or gives off an offensive smell, immediately turn off the power to the product and find the cause. As the power to each mounted module, use a power supply matching the ratings of the mounted module.
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(chapter 3, page 3-2) NOTICE In installation locations where there is a possibility of water leak, be sure to house the programmable controller in a water-proof enclosure. Disregarding this rule may result in hardware damage. (chapter 3, page 3-3) NOTICE It may happen that the input voltage of the power supply module is within the above specifications but it is close to the upper or lower limit.
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(chapter 3, page 3-7) NOTICE As the external power supply, select a power supply with overvoltage and overcurrent protection. If a product smokes or gives off an offensive smell, immediately turn off the power to the product and find the cause. Install a fuse or circuit protector for the external power supply for protection against short-circuit.
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(chapter 4, page 4-9) NOTICE When wiring a pulse counter module, be sure to wire it with a shielded twisted- pair cable and ground the cable by Class D grounding. The shielded twisted-pair cable must be laid at least 30 centimeters away from noise sources, such as power cables and input/output cables.
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(chapter 6, page 6-2) NOTICE Do not touch any of the modules in the programmable controller when they are in an energized state. Touching any of the modules in an energized state may lead to a discharge of static electricity from your body to the module, resulting in malfunction or breakage of the module.
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Hitachi Engineering & Services Co., Ltd. The malfunctioning part will be replaced or repaired free of charge. If the malfunctioning is shipped, however, the shipment charge and packaging expenses must be paid for by the customer.
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Revision record Revision record Revision No. Month, Year Remarks (revision details and reason for revision) First edition November 2011 Additional information is added concerning the March 2012 service life of the relays contained in certain types of hardware modules.
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PREFACE Thank you for using Hitachi’s model HSC-2100 input/output modules or, simply, modules. This manual describes how to handle and apply HSC-2100 I/O modules. Please read this manual thoroughly and use the I/O modules properly. <Trademark> Microsoft® Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States...
1 GENERAL INFORMATION ....................1-1 Features ..........................1-2 Examples of Replacement ....................1-3 Model Number Correspondence Between S10/2α and S10/4α Controllers’ I/O Modules and HSC-2100 I/O Modules ............. 1-6 Before Using PCs ....................... 1-8 2 SPECIFICATIONS OF INDIVIDUAL MODULES ............... Power Supply Modules ......................
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2.22 Model LWA402 Input Module (±10 VDC Voltage Input, 4 Channels) ......2-26 2.23 Model LWA403 Input Module (±10 VDC Voltage Input, 4 Channels) ......2-27 2.24 Model LWA404 Input Module (±5 VDC Voltage Input, 2 Channels) ......2-28 2.25 Model LWA421 Input Module (RTD Input, 4 Channels) ..........2-29 2.26 Model LWA422 Input Module (RTD Input, 4 Channels) ..........
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ....................5-1 Using Digital I/O Modules ....................5-2 5.1.1 Using digital input modules ..................5-2 5.1.2 Using LWO400, LWO450, and LWO460 contact output modules ......5-2 5.1.3 Using transistor and triac output modules ..............5-3 5.1.4 Checking the operation indicator LEDs ...............
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FIGURES Figure 2-1 An External View of the LWV450 Power Supply Module ........2-2 Figure 2-2 An External View of the LWS410 Remote I/O Station Module......Figure 2-3 Parts of the Model HSC-2104 Mount Base (Shown as Representative) and Their Names ...................... 2-4 Figure 2-4 Parts of the Model HSC-2128 Expansion Mount Base (Shown as Representative) and Their Names ............
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TABLES Table 1-1 Model Number Correspondence Between S10/2α and S10/4α Controllers’ I/O Modules and HSC-2100 I/O Modules ..........1-6 Table 2-1 Specifications of Power Supply Modules ..............2-2 Table 2-2 Names and Functions of Parts (the nos. below are keyed to those in the rightmost side of the figure) ................
For this reason, if an existing HSC-2000 I/O module is replaced with a latest HSC-2100 I/O module, influence from noise may pose a problem on the newly installed HSC-2100 I/O module, depending upon the installation environment in which the replaced HSC-2000 I/O module was previously used.
1.2 Examples of Replacement This section shows some examples of replacement with HSC-2100 I/O modules (replacement modules are shown in gray color below). <Example 1: Replacing an S10/2α or S10/4α controller’s I/O module with an HSC-2100 I/O module> I/O module to be...
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1 GENERAL INFORMATION <Example 3: Replacing an S10/4α controller’s basic CPU unit with an HSC-2100 expansion unit (with 8 slots)> S10/4α controller’s basic CPU unit HSC-2100 expansion unit S10/4α controller’s I/O modules No need to alter the existing wiring at all S10/4α...
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In the above example: • The HSC-2100 expansion unit must be either model HSC-2128 or HSC-2124. • The power supply module for the HSC-2100 expansion unit must be model LWV460, which requires no alteration of the existing wiring. • The CPU module for S10mini controllers must be either model LQP000-Z or LQP010-Z.
Controllers’ I/O Modules and HSC-2100 I/O Modules Table 1-1 shows the model number correspondence between S10/2α and S10/4α controllers’ I/O modules (listed as HSC-2000 I/O modules) and HSC-2100 I/O modules. Table 1-1 Model Number Correspondence Between S10/2α and S10/4α Controllers’ I/O Modules and HSC-2100 I/O Modules (1/2)
1 GENERAL INFORMATION Table 1-1 Model Number Correspondence Between S10/2α and S10/4α Controllers’ I/O Modules and HSC-2100 I/O Modules (2/2) (Continued from preceding page) HSC-2000 HSC-2100 Difference in Product name Remarks product model product model specifications 27 AI, 8 channels, voltage input of ±10 VDC...
1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.4 Before Using PCs Hitachi’s programmable controllers (PCs) are a product of both electronic circuit technology and processor technology, and should be used in consideration of the following: (1) Your application system should be constructed in such a way that it will not go beyond any of its maximum rated values, operating power supply voltage ranges, heat dissipation characteristics, installation conditions, etc.
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1 GENERAL INFORMATION NOTICE Do not touch any of the modules in the programmable controller when they are in an energized state. Touching any of the modules in an energized state may lead to a discharge of static electricity from your body to the module, resulting in malfunction or breakage of the module.
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1 GENERAL INFORMATION (3) The programmable controller must be used within the environmental specification shown in the table below. To make the product run stably for a long period of time, users are advised to use the product at normal temperature (15 to 35°C) and normal humidity (45 to 85%). If it is used in a location subject to high temperature and high humidity or where the temperature greatly fluctuates daily, its useful life will be shortened.
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1 GENERAL INFORMATION (4) Output modules For each output module, connect a fuse to the power supply to the load for protection against load short-circuit. The connected fuse must be one that matches the ratings of the load. If a non-matching fuse is connected, the printed wiring board or casing used may be damaged when the load is short-circuited.
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If a faulty part is found, replace the module containing it. The replacement of a component part other than those mentioned in this manual should be done by Hitachi’s maintenance personnel. (9) Replacement of modules Before replacing a module, be sure to switch off the power supply.
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1 GENERAL INFORMATION (11) Grounding Check the wiring for grounding. • Make sure that the grounding line is not shared with any other piece of equipment. • Make sure that the grounding point is at least 15 meters away from that of the AC panel. Check, also, that no power cable or lead cable (e.g., a motor lead cable) is placed near signal cables, such as a remote I/O cable.
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1 GENERAL INFORMATION NOTICE As the external power supply, select a power supply with overvoltage and overcurrent protection. If a product smokes or gives off an offensive smell, immediately turn off the power to the product and find the cause. As the power to each mounted module, use a power supply matching the ratings of the mounted module.
Frame ground (FG) (This terminal need not be connected either to terminal the mount base’s FG terminal or the grounding terminal block. Just leave it unwired.) HITACHI Figure 2-1 An External View of the LWV450 Power Supply Module...
RI/O IN and RI/O OUT and needs to be wired to the FG terminal of the mount base. Remote I/O operation Is lit when a remote I/O transfer operation is in HITACHI indicator (RI/O) LED progress. Figure 2-2 An External View of the LWS410...
2 SPECIFICATIONS OF INDIVIDUAL MODULES 2.3 Mount Bases 2.3.1 Basic mount bases A basic mount base is used to mount a remote I/O station module, a power supply module, and a variety of I/O modules in the I/O unit, as shown below. I/O-0 I/O-1 I/O-2...
2 SPECIFICATIONS OF INDIVIDUAL MODULES Table 2-6 Parts of the Model HSC-2104 Mount Base (Shown as Representative) and Their Use Part name PS slot Is used to mount a power supply module on the mount base. ST slots Are used to mount a station module on the mount base. I/O slots Each is used to mount an I/O module on the mount base.
2 SPECIFICATIONS OF INDIVIDUAL MODULES 2.3.2 Expansion mount bases All available expansion mount bases are replacement mount bases to replace Hitachi S10/4α mount bases. Shown below is the model HSC-2128 expansion mount base. I/O0 I/O1 I/O2 I/O3 I/O4 I/O5 I/O6...
2 SPECIFICATIONS OF INDIVIDUAL MODULES Table 2-8 Parts of the Model HSC-2128 Expansion Mount Base (Shown as Representative) and Their Use Part name PS slot Is used to mount a power supply module (model LWV460) on the mount base. CPU slots Are used to mount a CPU module (model LQP000) on the mount base.
0.6 to 0.8 N·m torque Maximum wiring 200 m length Operation indication LED (lit when the module is powered on) Mass 420 g Contacts A10 C1 A11 C2 Fuse 12-24 VDC A20 C3 B1 C0 B10 C1 B11 C2 HITACHI B20 C3...
M3) Applicable 0.5 to 1.25 mm cable size External Tightening wiring 0.6 to 0.8 N·m torque Maximum wiring 200 m length Operation indication LED (lit when the module is powered on) Mass 330 g Contacts Fuse 12-24 VDC HITACHI...
M3) Applicable 0.5 to 1.25 mm cable size External Tightening wiring 0.6 to 0.8 N·m torque Maximum wiring 200 m length Operation indication LED (lit when the module is powered on) Mass 380 g Contacts 48 VDC Fuse HITACHI 2-10...
M3) Applicable 0.5 to 1.25 mm cable size External Tightening wiring 0.6 to 0.8 N·m torque Maximum wiring 200 m length Operation indication LED (lit when the module is powered on) Mass 380 g Contacts 100 VDC Fuse HITACHI 2-11...
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Depending on its switching capacity, any reed relay used as the input contacts may have its contact materiel melted due to an in-rush current or, HITACHI simply, rush current flowing in the input module. To prevent this, the user is recommended to choose a reed relay having a sufficiently large switching capacity.
Depending on its switching capacity, any reed relay used as the input contacts may have its contact materiel melted due to an in-rush current or, HITACHI simply, rush current flowing in the input module. To prevent this, the user is recommended to choose a reed relay having a sufficiently large switching capacity.
0.6 to 0.8 N·m torque Maximum wiring 200 m length Operation indication LED (lit when the module is powered on) Mass 560 g Contacts A10 C1 A11 C2 Fuse 100-220 VAC A20 C3 B1 C0 B10 C1 B11 C2 HITACHI B20 C3 2-14...
Connection Applicable 0.5 to 1.25 mm cable size External wiring Tightening 0.6 to 0.8 N·m torque Maximum wiring 200m length Operation indication LED (lit when the module is powered on) Mass 410 g Load Fuse 100-220 HITACHI 20 C3 2-15...
0.5 to 1.25 mm cable size External wiring Tightening 0.6 to 0.8 N·m torque USED Maximum USED wiring 200m USED length USED Operation indication LED (lit when the module is powered on) Mass 480 g Load Fuse 100-220 Fuse USED USED HITACHI 2-16...
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(*2) The response time may increase to around one second if an inductive (L) load is used in place of the resistive (R) load. Load Fuse A19 F A10 C0 A20 C1 Voltage regulator Fuse 12-24 VDC circuit B19 F HITACHI B10 C0 B20 C1 Voltage regulator circuit 2-17...
USED (*2) The response time may increase to around one second if an inductive (L) load is used in place of the resistive (R) load. 12-24 VDC Fuse Load Fuse A19 F A20 -V HITACHI B19 F B20 -V 2-18...
(*2) The response time may increase to around one second if an inductive (L) load is used in place of the resistive (R) load. Load Fuse 10 C0 12 8 19 F 20 C1 HITACHI Fuse 12-24 VDC Voltage regulator circuit 2-19...
Load Fuse Blown-fuse detection circuit Fuse Fuse 100 VAC Blown-fuse detection circuit HITACHI When using this module, pay attention to the fact that this module is not capable of driving any loads including a capacitor (e.g., R-C and R-L-C). 2-20...
STOP circuit Comparison data register 1-phase pulse input Counter Start Pulse input A2 flip-flop Count data register R>C HITACHI R>C Comparison Match Same as above output output register R<C Same as above R<C Voltage regulator circuit Encoder It is often the case that the shield lead needs to be grounded on programmable-controller side.
Stop input STOP Start Comparison data flip-flop register 1-phase pulse input Temporary memory Counter Pulse input A2 circuit Count data HITACHI register R>C R>C Comparison Same as above Match output output R<C register Same as above R<C Voltage regulator...
Stop input STOP Start flip-flop Comparison data register 1-phase pulse input Temporary memory Counter Pulse input A2 circuit Count data HITACHI register R>C R>C Comparison Same as above Match output output R<C register Same as above R<C Voltage regulator...
Mass 340 g Process side Internal LWA400 circuitry Amplifier HITACHI Cubicle ground Internal Process side The overall accuracy listed above is expressed as percentages of the circuitry full scale value of this AI module. The response time listed above does not include the delay time of the input filter.
Mass 340 g Process side Internal LWA401 circuitry Amplifier HITACHI Cubicle ground Internal Process side The overall accuracy listed above is expressed as percentages of the circuitry full scale value of this AI module. The response time listed above does not include the delay time of the input filter.
Mass 340 g Process side Internal LWA402 circuitry Amplifier HITACHI Cubicle ground Internal Process side The overall accuracy listed above is expressed as percentages of the circuitry full scale value of this AI module. The response time listed above does not include the delay time of the input filter.
Mass 340 g Process side Internal LWA403 circuitry Amplifier HITACHI Cubicle ground Internal Process side The overall accuracy listed above is expressed as percentages of the circuitry full scale value of this AI module. The response time listed above does not include the delay time of the input filter.
Mass 340 g Process side Internal LWA404 circuitry Amplifier HITACHI Cubicle ground Internal Process side The overall accuracy listed above is expressed as percentages of the circuitry full scale value of this AI module. The response time listed above does not include the delay time of the input filter.
The response time listed above does not include the delay time of the input filter. The cable connected to each channel is one that is shielded either HITACHI separately from or together with the cables connected to the other channels.
If it is set to any other value (32 to 128), the module will not function. The module supports only the value 16. HITACHI AI data is updated by support program for this AI module only when all of the four channels are active.
Channel 7 Cubicle ground The overall accuracy listed above is expressed as percentages of the full scale HITACHI value of this AI module. The response time listed above does not include the delay time of the input filter. The cable connected to each channel is one that is shielded either separately from or together with the cables connected to the other channels.
Channel 7 Cubicle ground The overall accuracy listed above is expressed as percentages of the full scale HITACHI value of this AI module. The response time listed above does not include the delay time of the input filter. The cable connected to each channel is one that is shielded either separately from or together with the cables connected to the other channels.
This AI module can only be used with the station’s number-of-points setting set HITACHI to 16. If it is set to any other value (32 to 128), the module will not function.
The cable connected to each channel is one that is shielded either separately from or together with the cables connected to the other channels. HITACHI This AI module can only be used with the station’s number-of-points setting set to 16.
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This AI module can only be used with the station’s number-of-points setting set HITACHI to 16. If it is set to any other value (32 to 128), the module will not function.
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This AI module can only be used with the station’s number-of-points setting set HITACHI to 16. If it is set to any other value (32 to 128), the module will not function.
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The shielding of the cables must be grounded either on the load side or the I/O unit side. HITACHI The cable connected to each channel is one that is shielded either separately from or together with the cables connected to the other channels.
3 INSTALLATION AND MODULE MOUNTING 3.1 Where to Install The programmable controller does not have a fire-proof, dust-proof, and water-proof structure, so it must be housed in a dust- and water-proof steel cubicle, as shown below, and must be installed in a location where no water will get into the controller.
3 INSTALLATION AND MODULE MOUNTING 3.2 Installation Environment The programmable controller and I/O modules mounted in it must be used within the installation environment specified in Table 3-1. To ensure a long-term stable performance of these hardware products, the user is recommended to use them at normal temperature and normal humidity (15 to 35°C, 45 to 85%RH).
3 INSTALLATION AND MODULE MOUNTING 3.3 Installation Styles 3.3.1 Concentrated installation Concentrated installation is a style of installing the programmable controller. As shown in Figure 3-2, this installation style installs all of the CPU or LPU unit and I/O unit of a programmable controller in one single cubicle.
3 INSTALLATION AND MODULE MOUNTING 3.3.2 Dispersed installation As shown in Figure 3-3, dispersed installation installs the LPU or CPU unit of a programmable controller in one cubicle and the I/O units in another separate cubicle(s). This installation style is used when the I/O units of a programmable controller need to be installed in a distant location(s) from its CPU unit or LPU unit.
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3 INSTALLATION AND MODULE MOUNTING NOTICE Construct an emergency stop circuit and an interlock circuit outside this product. Unless they are so constructed, failure of this product may result in machine breakdown or accident. Keep the input and output currents of any I/O module within the maximum permitted current values.
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3 INSTALLATION AND MODULE MOUNTING NOTICE As the external power supply, select a power supply with overvoltage and overcurrent protection. If a product smokes or gives off an offensive smell, immediately turn off the power to the product and find the cause. Install a fuse or circuit protector for the external power supply for protection against short-circuit.
3 INSTALLATION AND MODULE MOUNTING 3.4 Installation Clearances In order for the programmable controller’s modules to function properly, air apertures must be provided in the top and bottom panels of the cubicle and must be equipped with a filter. In addition to these apertures, sufficient clearances must also be provided between modules, and between modules and cubicle walls, in the cubicle, as shown below.
3 INSTALLATION AND MODULE MOUNTING 3.5 External Dimensions Figure 3-5 shows the external dimensions of mounting units in which the modules of a programmable controller are mounted, and it also shows those of the mounted modules. (PS) (I/O) (PS) (I/O) (I/O) (PS) (I/O)
3 INSTALLATION AND MODULE MOUNTING 3.6 Installing a Mount Base and Mounting a Module on It Installing a mount base When installing a CPU unit or I/O unit in the cubicle, be sure to mount them vertically, as shown in figure (a) below.
3 INSTALLATION AND MODULE MOUNTING 3.7 Installing a Terminal Block Terminal blocks, either 20-point or 40-point, can be installed by performing the procedure described below. Any terminal block, if installed improperly, may result in poor electrical contact between the module and the terminal block. To avoid this, be sure to follow the procedure properly.
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3 INSTALLATION AND MODULE MOUNTING When removing the cover from the terminal block, do it as shown below. <In the case of 20-point terminal block> <In the case of 40-point terminal block> Gently press on the terminal block While pushing the tip of your thumb cover with the center of your palm, on the top front of the terminal cover, hold the top sides of the cover with...
3 INSTALLATION AND MODULE MOUNTING 3.8 Mounting Design 3.8.1 Mounting limitations When mounting I/O modules on the mount base, make sure that the total of the current consumptions of all of those I/O modules is within the specified output current of the power supply module.
3 INSTALLATION AND MODULE MOUNTING The table below shows the maximum numbers of I/O modules of each model that can be mounted in an 8-slot mount base. Maximum number of I/O modules mountable on mount base Model LWV450, LWV550 LWV460 LWI400 LWI450, LWI460, LWI470 LWI600...
4 WIRING 4.1 Solderless Terminals When connecting cable wires to a terminal block, use solderless terminals or crimp terminals. The following shows two different types of solderless terminal and how to crimp such terminals to cable wires. Connecting cable wires and Solderless terminal solderless terminal together Heat-shrunk tubes...
4 WIRING 4.2 Wiring for the Power Supply The wiring for the power supply to I/O units must be insulated from the control power source by using an electrostatic shielded isolation transformer. Shown below is wiring diagrams of two different power supply installations, one in which an isolation transformer is mounted in the power distribution panel, and one in which an isolation transformer is mounted in the programmable controller cubicle.
4 WIRING Case 2 -- an isolation transformer is mounted in the programmable controller cubicle: Power distribution panel Programmable controller cubicle Isolation transformer Power supply: LPU unit or 100 to 120 VAC, CPU unit single phase, 50/60 Hz I/O unit (collecting (collecting LG wires)
4 WIRING LPU or CPU unit I/O unit 2 mm 2 mm more in size more in size Terminal block (TB) Shield ground wire Cubicle Electrostatic-shielded ground isolation transformer Cubicle must be electrically insulated To control power source from the floor. 5.5 mm or more 5.5 mm...
CHECK RI/O TERM OUTPUT HOLD AC100V 128P (collecting (collecting LG wires) FG wires) HITACHI HITACHI HITACHI HITACHI HITACHI HITACHI Leave this remote I/O station module’s SHD terminal unwired. Sizes of FG/LG cable: In cubicle: 2 mm or more Outside of cubicle: 5.5 mm...
4 WIRING 4.4 Wiring the Remote I/O Cable For information on how to wire the remote I/O cable to the LPU or CPU unit, refer to the instruction manual on the LPU or CPU. 4.5 Wiring I/O Modules When wiring an I/O module, satisfy the following requirements: In any case where it is possible, the I/O cable to the I/O module should be set at least 10 cm apart from any AC power cable.
4 WIRING 4.5.1 Wiring a pulse counter module Pulse counter modules count pulses by detecting the rising and falling edges of the pulse signal input from the external source. These modules are inherently susceptible to noise, which you can see in their specifications. For this reason, when you wire these modules, follow the caution instructions listed below so that no significant noise may be added to the input signal.
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES 5.1 Using Digital I/O Modules 5.1.1 Using digital input modules Digital input modules may encounter an input error due to leakage current when they are used for direct-current input through a switch with LED indicator. In these cases, add a special resistor between the input terminal and common, as shown below.
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES (2) Service life of relay contacts If these relays are intended to be operated at rated voltage and rated current, their expected service life is approximately 100,000 switching operations (1,800 cycles per hour). However, if the relays are operated at a higher voltage and a higher current level than the rated, their useful service life will be shorter than expected.
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES 5.1.4 Checking the operation indicator LEDs The operation of digital input/output modules can be monitored by checking the operation indicator LEDs. When checking these LEDs, squarely view the LED panel provided on the front of the module, as shown below. LED panel Squarely view the panel to check the LEDs.
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES 5.2 Using Analog Input/Output Modules 5.2.1 Transferring data to or from analog modules Data transfer to or from analog modules is done via storage areas selected from among those areas numbered EW400 through EWFB0, called data areas. Ladder program Data area EW400...
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES Table 5-2 Available Registration Numbers and the Corresponding Data Areas Registration no. Data area Registration no. Data area EW400 to EW430 EWA00 to EWA30 EW480 to EW4B0 EWA80 to EWAB0 EW500 to EW530 EWB00 to EWB30 EW580 to EW5B0 EWB80 to EWBB0 EW600 to EW630...
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES 5.2.3 Data area formats (1) Formats for analog input modules (a) Format used in remote I/O transfer -- for LWA400 to 404, LWA421 to 423, LWA430, LWA450, LWA460, LWC400 to 402 Data area: Registered data area (or EW area) 1st word S ···...
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES (c) Format used in J.NET data transfer -- for LWA400 to 404, LWA421 to 423, LWA430, LWA450, LWA460, LWC400 to 402 Data area: Storage area set by J.NET setup tool 1st word 0 ··· 0 Channel 0 input data 2nd word 0 ···...
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES (b) Formats used in J.NET data transfer For voltage output modules Data area: Storage area set by J.NET setup tool 1st word Unused Channel 0 output data 2nd word Unused Channel 1 output data 3rd word Unused Channel 2 output data 4th word...
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES 5.2.4 Data areas for 8-channel analog input/output modules Every 8-channel analog input module requires XW areas for input of analog data, and every 8- channel analog output module requires YW areas for output of analog data. The table below shows every such analog input/output module’s usable channels, which are determined from the I/O point count setting used with the I/O station, and the corresponding data area addresses.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES (b) Data format used at data transfer by J.NET module Data area: Storage area set for J.NET module: 1st word 0 to 0 Channel 0 input data 2nd word 0 to 0 Channel 1 input data 3rd word 0 to 0 Channel 2 input data...
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES (b) Data formats used at data transfer by J.NET module Data format of voltage output modules Data area: Storage area set for J.NET module: 1st word Unused Channel 0 output data 2nd word Unused Channel 1 output data 3rd word Unused Channel 2 output data...
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES 5.3 Using Pulse Counter Modules 5.3.1 Available functions (1) Input (a) 1-phase pulse input Any available pulse counter module counts up the pulses in an input signal from input A2 by detecting their rising edge, as shown below. (b) 2-phase pulse input Any available pulse counter module counts up or down the pulses in one of two input signals from inputs A1 or B1 by detecting their rising edge, as shown below.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES (c) Stop input • In the case of model LWC400: The stop input function of the model LWC400 disables the input of pulse signals by the counter module when the stop input signal is turned on. When it is turned off, the function enables the input.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES (e) LED indication • Pulse input indication LED: Comes on and goes out in synchronism with 1-phase or 2-phase pulse counting. • Comparison result indication LED: Is lit in synchronism with comparison output. The timing of comparison output and LED indication differs depending on models of counter modules: •...
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES 5.3.2 How to use pulse counter modules (1) Registering the registration number for a counter module The registration number of a pulse counter module can be registered according to the instructions given in Subsection 5.2.2, “Registering data areas.” (a) General format of data areas Data areas have the following general format: EW△▲0...
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES (c) Control codes A control code is set in the data area, as shown below, when, for example, you want to make a preset-start or set a comparison value in the comparison data register of the counter module.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES (d) Read-data In the case of model LWC400: EW△▲0+20 Unused Read-data 0 to 16,383 In the case of models LWC401 and LWC402: EW△▲0+20 Unused Read-data Sign -8,192 to 8,191 (e) Status codes EW△▲0+30 Unused Status code In the case of model LWC400: Status code Code name...
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES (f) Bit organization in data areas The bit organization of the EW storage locations in a data area is as shown below. EW△▲0 E△▲2 E△▲F E△▲1 E△▲E E△▲0 E△▲D This bit organization makes it possible to use control codes and status codes either as arithmetic functions or coils.
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES Start of reverse of motor Start of normal Count value rotation of Latch resetting Count stop Preset-start motor 2nd preset value Comparison 2nd comparison value value setting Comparison Preset-start value Latch resetting setting Comparison value setting 1st comparison value Count stop 3rd comparison value...
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES (2) The status of counter modules upon power-on Table 5-4 shows the status of pulse counter modules that occurs immediately after the power to the I/O unit in which they are installed is tuned on. This table is also applicable to expansion units in which pulse counter modules are installed.
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES (4) The status of counter modules (in I/O units) upon power-up of the CPU unit Table 5-6 shows the status of pulse counter modules, installed in I/O units, that occurs immediately after the power to the CPU unit used with them is tuned on. Table 5-6 The Status of Pulse Counter Modules (in I/O Units) upon Power-Up of the CPU Unit Module model...
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES 5.4 Registration in the Analog Support Program None of the analog modules (and pulse counter modules) covered in this manual can be used without prior registration in the Analog Support Program. This section describes the procedure used to register such modules in the program.
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES 5.4.1 An example of registration in the Analog Support Program Figure 5-6 shows a hardware configuration in which three analog modules and one counter module are mounted in an I/O module. This subsection shows how to register those modules in the Analog Support Program.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES <Starting the ladder chart system> ① Start the S10V ladder chart system on your personal computer. ② The [[S10V] Ladder chart system] window shown below will appear. ③ Click [Utility(U)] in the ladder chart system’s main menu and choose [Change connection of PCs(N)] from the pulldown menu displayed.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ④ Specify the desired communication port and click the [OK] button. pecify the desired communication port and click [OK]. ⑤ Choose [Online] from the [Status] list box. Change the communication status to [online]. Note: If registration in the Analog Support Program is attempted without changing the communication status to “online”, the result of the registration will be stored in a storage area related to ladder programs on the personal computer.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES <Calling up the “Analog counter ” window> ① Click [Utility(U)] in the ladder chart system’s main menu and choose [PCs edition(E)] - [Analog counter(A)] from the pulldown menu displayed. Choose [Analog counter(A)] from the pulldown menu. ②...
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES <Registering registration numbers for modules> ① Register the registration number for an analog or counter module via the “Analog counter” window displayed. To accomplish this, click the desired number in the “No.” column and click the [Setup] button. In this example, we will register an analog module as the No.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ③ As an example, we will register the analog module mounted in slot 0 in the I/O unit, which is shown in Figure 5-6, “An Example Hardware Configuration in Which Four Modules Are Mounted: Three Analog and One Counter.” To accomplish this, choose the model number “LWA400”...
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ④ Following the specified model number, specify the registration number for the analog module. To accomplish this, enter a numeric value of 20 directly into the “Address” box, which is actually the address of slot 0 determined by the STNO setting, and then click the [OK] button.
Model Description Connects the S10/4α controller and a personal Cable H24-IFC3-W computer together. Connects the S10mini CPU mounted in an HSC-2100 Cable S10m-IFC3-W expansion unit and a personal computer together. Program S7890-17 Is an S10/4α Ladder Chart System software product.
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES 5.5.2 Saving the ladder program To save the ladder program used on the S10/4α controller, perform the following procedure: ① Connect the S10/4α controller and the personal computer together, as shown below. S10/4α Cable (model H24-IFC3-W) Personal computer ②...
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ③ If a necessary connection setting is already made, proceed to Step ⑤. Otherwise, choose [Change connection of PCs(N)] from the [Utility(U)] pulldown menu. Choose [Change connection of PCs(N)] from [Utility(U)] pulldown menu. ④ Specify the desired communication port and click the [OK] button. Specify the communication port and click [OK].
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ⑦ Choose [Online(N)] from the [Build(B)] pulldown menu. The personal computer will then become online with the S10/4α controller. Choose [Online(N)] from [Build(B)] pulldown menu. ⑧ Choose [Receive(R)] from the [Build(B)] pulldown menu. This starts a process of uploading the existing ladder program from the S10/4α controller. Choose [Receive(R)] from [Build(B)] pulldown menu.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ⑩ The [Confirmed receive circuit] dialog box shown below appears. Click the [OK] button in the confirmation box. Uploading of the ladder chart from the S10/4α controller will then begin. Click [OK]. ⑪ Upon completion of the reception, the window as shown below appears, which indicates the uploading process is complete.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ⑬ Specify the folder in which to save the received program. Then, enter the desired file name and click the [Save] button. The received program will be saved in the specified folder. Specify the folder in which to save the program. Enter the file name and click [Save] button.
5 MAKING USE OF MODULES 5.5.3 Converting the ladder program The procedure described below converts into S10mini version the ladder program that has been obtained by performing the procedure described in Subsection 5.5.2, “Saving the ladder program,” and is currently open. ①...
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ③ The dialog box shown below appears. Click the [OK] button. Click [OK]. ④ Press the [↓] key on the keyboard so that the ladder chart sheet will show an empty space in its top row. The ladder chart sheet’s current row number is changed to 00001.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ⑥ Choose [Copy(C)] from the [Edit(E)] pulldown menu. Choose [Copy(C)] from [Edit(E)] pulldown menu. ⑦ Make the S10mini Ladder Chart System active again and choose [Paste(P)] from the [Edit(E)] pulldown menu. Choose [Paste(P)] from [Edit(E)] pulldown menu.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ⑧ Choose [All N coil Compile(A)] from the [Build(B)] pulldown menu. The ladder chart is then checked for error. Choose [All N coil Compile(A)] from [Build(B)] pulldown menu. When no errors are reported in the message box, we can say that the ladder chart is undamaged.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ⑩ Make the S10mini Ladder Chart System active again and choose [PCs edition(E)] - [Change capacity(E)] from the [Utility(U)] pulldown menu. Choose [PCs edition(E)] - [Change capacity(E)] from [Utility(U)] pulldown menu. ⑪ Add changes to the S10mini setup information shown below (right) to reflect the S10/4α setup information items listed below: •...
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ⑫ If any initial values are set in DW registers, copy those values by performing this step onwards of this procedure. Otherwise, proceed to Step ⑰. Go back to the S10/4α Ladder Chart System again and choose [MCS(M)] from the [Utility(U)] pulldown menu.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ⑭ Make the S10mini Ladder Chart System active again and choose [MCS(M)] from the [Utility(U)] pulldown menu. Choose [MCS(M)] from [Utility(U)] pulldown menu. ⑮ Read the values from the DW registers according to the instructions given below. Select the “Specify Symbol(P)”...
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ⑰ Choose [Save file as(A)] from the [File(F)] pulldown menu if you want to save the converted ladder program in a new file. If you want to overwrite an existing file with the converted ladder program, proceed to Step ⑲.
To send the converted ladder program to the S10mini controller, perform the following procedure: ① As shown below, connect the following computers together by cable: the S10mini CPU mounted in an HSC-2100 expansion unit and the personal computer. S10mini Model S10m-IFH3-W cable...
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ③ Select the [RS-232C] radio button. Then, specify the desired communication port and click the [OK] button. Select [RS-232C] radio button. Specify the communication port. (“COM1” is specified as the communication port.) ④ Choose [Open file(O)] from the [File(F)] pulldown menu, in order to open the converted ladder program to be downloaded to the S10mini controller.
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5 MAKING USE OF MODULES ⑥ Choose [Online(N)] from the [Build(B)] pulldown menu. The personal computer will then become online with the S10mini controller. Choose [Online(N)] from [Build(B)] pulldown menu. ⑦ Choose [Send(S)] from the [Build(B)] pulldown menu. The converted ladder program file will then be transmitted from the personal computer to the S10mini controller.
6 MAINTENANCE 6.1 Preventive Maintenance Every I/O module in a programmable controller should be given a daily or periodical (two or more times a year) inspection on the inspection items listed below. The purpose of these inspections is to keep the I/O modules in an optimal condition and thereby ensure the problem-free use of the modules.
(For information on the operating power supply voltage and external power source voltage for I/O modules, refer to the instruction manual on each I/O module.) LWV450 POWER ON P.SUPPLY DC12V CHECK DC5V CHECK Check terminals AC100V HITACHI Figure 6-1 The Power Supply Module’s Check Terminals...
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6 MAINTENANCE ⑧ Remaining service life of relay contacts The relays used in contact output modules have a limited service life due to the wear of their contacts. If a contact output module’s relay is intended to be used at rated voltage and rated current, its expected service life is 100,000 switching operations (1,800 cycles per hour).
6 MAINTENANCE 6.2 Troubleshooting If a problem arises with the programmable controller, troubleshoot the problem based on the indications given by the operation indicators of the power supply, remote I/O station, and I/O modules. Operation indicators Figure 6-2 An I/O Unit (4-Slot Mount Base) and the Locations of the Operation Indicators...
6 MAINTENANCE 6.2.1 Troubleshooting the power supply and remote I/O station modules Indicator Check item Remedial action condition Improper power cable connection Connect the power cable properly. Power cable breakage Replace the power cable with a new one. POWER ON Power supply abnormality (in Supply normal power to the module.
6 MAINTENANCE 6.2.3 Troubleshooting a digital input module Case 1 -- none of the input points is turned on: Check item Remedial action Terminal block attached Attach the terminal block properly to the improperly module. Module fixing-screws Apply additional tightening to the fixing loosened screws.
6 MAINTENANCE Case 4 -- all of the input points are turned on and off irregularly: Check item Remedial action Apply rated input voltage to the digital External input voltage too low input module. Replace the digital input module with a Not the above new one.
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6 MAINTENANCE Case 3 -- none of the load points is turned off: Check item Remedial action Troubleshoot the remote I/O station Remote I/O station module’s RI/O LED not lit module according to the instructions given in Subsection 6.2.2. Refer to the instruction manual on the LPU or CPU module operation abnormality LPU or CPU module and troubleshoot it.
6 MAINTENANCE 6.2.5 Troubleshooting an analog input module Check item Remedial action Troubleshoot the power supply module Power supply module’s POWER ON LED not lit according to the instructions given in Subsection 6.2.1. Troubleshoot the remote I/O station Remote I/O station module’s RI/O LED not lit module according to the instructions given in Subsection 6.2.2.
6 MAINTENANCE 6.2.6 Troubleshooting an analog output module Check item Remedial action Troubleshoot the power supply module Power supply module’s POWER ON LED not lit according to the instructions given in Subsection 6.2.1. Troubleshoot the remote I/O station Remote I/O station module’s RI/O LED not lit module according to the instructions given in Subsection 6.2.2.
6 MAINTENANCE 6.2.7 Troubleshooting a pulse counter module Case 1 -- no pulse measurement (counting) is performed: Check item Remedial action Troubleshoot the power supply module Power supply module’s abnormality according to the instructions given in Subsection 6.2.1. Troubleshoot the remote I/O station Remote I/O station module’s abnormality module according to the instructions given in Subsection 6.2.2.
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6 MAINTENANCE Case 2 -- the count value is abnormal: Check item Remedial action Lower the frequency to 20 kHz or less if Input pulse signal frequency exceeding its the module used is LWC400 or LWC401. specification limit If it is LWC402, lower it to 100 kHz or less.