Matsushita Electric NAiS FP Series User manual

PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLER
FP0 S–LINK Unit
Hardware Manual
FP0 S–LINK Unit Hardware Manual ARCT1F263END V1.0 1/2000Matsushita Electric Works, Ltd.
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the FP0 S–LINK control unit.
The FP0 S–LINK control unit is designed exclusively for the FP0 programmable
controller, and is equipped with numerous functions that make it easy to use the S–LINK
with the FP0.
This hardware manual describes the functions, installation, wiring, and operation of the
FP0 S–LINK control unit.
For detailed information about the S–LINK, refer to the “S–LINK Design manual and
Construction manual.”
Please make sure you understand the material contained in this manual before using
your equipment.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Features and Restrictions
1.1 Features 1 – 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2 Restrictions 1 – 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2.1 Unit Combinations 1 – 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2.2 Controllable I/O Points 1 – 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2.3 Current Consumption 1 – 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 2 Parts and Specifications
2.1 Names and Functions 2 – 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2 Specifications 2 – 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.1 General Specifications 2 – 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.2 Performance Specifications 2 – 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.3 S–LINK Controller Specifications 2 – 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 3 I/O Allocation
3.1 How to Count the I/O Numbers 3 – 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2 I/O Numbers of S–LINK Control Unit 3 – 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 4 Wiring
4.1 Wiring the Power Supply 4 – 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1.1 Wiring to Power Supply Connector 4 – 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1.2 Wiring to S–LINK Terminal Block 4 – 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Chapter 5 Operation
5.1 Sequence of Turning on Power Supplies 5 –3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2 Operation When Power Supply is Turned On 5 –4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3 S–LINK System Address Recognition 5 –5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.1 Recognizing the Address 5 –5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.2 Address Setting of S–LINK I/O Device 5 –6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 6 What to Do If an Error Occurs
6.1 Judging Errors from the Error Indicators 6 –3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2 Judging Error Address Displays 6 –4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 7 Dimensions
7.1 FP0 S–LINK Control Unit 7 –3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2 Mounting on DIN Rail 7 –4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index
Record of Changes

Chapter 1
Features and Restrictions
1.1 Features 1 – 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2 Restrictions 1 – 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2.1 Unit Combinations 1 – 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2.2 Controllable I/O Points 1 – 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2.3 Current Consumption 1 – 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Features and RestrictionsFP0 S–LINK Unit
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1.1 Features
1.1 Features
By having fewer wiring and construction functions, the S–LINK with a T–branch enables
a more compact control panel, with no modifications required. Control of S–LINK
input/output devices with 64 inputs and 64 outputs is supported. Additionally, expansion
units can be added to accommodate up to three units, enabling efficient I/O wiring.
FP0
S–LINK control unit
‘T’–branch
multi–drop 2 signal wires
2 power supply wires
Maximum length: 200m
Max. 128 points

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1.2 Restrictions
1.2 Restrictions
1.2.1 Unit Combinations
FP0 S–LINK
control unit First
expansion unit Second
expansion unit Third expansion unit
Maximum possible expansion is with a total of 3 units
A maximum of three expansion I/O units can be connected to one FP0 S–LINK control
unit.
There are no restrictions on the combinations of the type expansion units.
1.2.2 Controllable I/O Points
When expansion units are added, control of up to 224 points is possible by using the
S–LINK section and expansion section in combination.
Controllable I/O points of S–LINK section Max. 128 points
Controllable I/O points of expansion section Max. 96 points

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1.2 Restrictions
1.2.3 Current Consumption
The internal current consumption (5V power supply) for the FP0 S–LINK control unit is
as shown below. When configuring the system, the usage conditions of other units
should be taken into consideration and included in the capacity of the power supply unit.
Name Model no. Current consumption (5V power supply)
FP0 S–LINK control unit FP0–SL1 150mA max.
Note For information on the internal current consumption of other
units,  FP0 Hardware Manual and the manual for the relevant
unit.

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1.2 Restrictions

Chapter 2
Parts and Specifications
2.1 Names and Functions 2 – 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2 Specifications 2 – 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.1 General Specifications 2 – 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.2 Performance Specifications 2 – 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2.3 S–LINK Controller Specifications 2 – 8. . . . . . . . . .

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2.1 Names and Functions
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1Status indicator LED
The LED display the operation mode and error statuses.
2ERROR ADDRESS display (2–digit hexadecimal display)
The address at which the S–LINK system error occurred is displayed.
3Mode switch
The mode switch changes the operation mode.
4Transmission indicator (SEND)
This flashes when input or output data is transmitted between the various units of
the S–LINK system.
5ERROR indicators
These light if an error occurs in the S–LINK system.
ERR1 (Error 1): Short circuit between D –G line.
ERR2: Unused.
ERR3 (Error 3): Abnormal voltage level between D –G line.
ERR4 (Error 4): Broken wire or S–LINK I/O device error.
6System SET button
Pressing the system SET button reads the connection status for the S–LINK
system and stores it in the memory. In subsequent operation, the S–LINK unit
checks for errors using the connection status registered at this time.
The output unit data effective at the time that the system SET button was pressed
is retained.
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2.1 Names and Functions
7S–LINK terminal block (6–pin)
The power supply and signal wires of the S–LINK system are connected to the
S–LINK terminal block.
The S–LINK terminal block can be detached from the FP0 S–LINK control unit for
wiring operations.
For detailed information, *section 4.1.2.
8Tool port (RS232C)
The tool port (RS232C) is used to connect a programming tool.
9Power supply connector
Supply 24V DC to the power supply connector. It is connected using the power
supply cable (AFP0581) that comes with the unit.
10 RS232C port
Use this port to connect to devices with an RS232C port, such as an I.O.P., a bar
code reader, or an image checker, enabling data input and output.
Tool port (RS232C) specifications
Pin assignment
Pin no. Abbreviation
1–
2SD (TXD)
3SG
4RD (RXD)
5+5V
Settings when shipped from the factory
Default value Baud rate: 9600bps
Character bit: 8bits
Parity check: Odd
Stop bit: 1bit
3
4
5
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