Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC-L Series Quick manual

MELSEC-L Ethernet Interface Module
User's Manual (Basic)
-LJ71E71-100

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
(Read these precautions before using this product.)
Before using this product, please read this manual and the relevant manuals carefully and pay full attention
to safety to handle the product correctly.
In this manual, the safety precautions are classified into two levels: " WARNING" and " CAUTION".
Under some circumstances, failure to observe the precautions given under " CAUTION" may lead to
serious consequences.
Observe the precautions of both levels because they are important for personal and system safety.
Make sure that the end users read this manual and then keep the manual in a safe place for future
reference.
WARNING
CAUTION
Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions,
resulting in death or severe injury.
Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions,
resulting in minor or moderate injury or property damage.

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[Design Precautions]
[Design Precautions]
WARNING
●For the operating status of each station after a communication failure, refer to relevant manuals for
each network. Incorrect output or malfunction due to a communication failure may result in an
accident.
●To prevent the malfunction of the programmable controller system due to harmful e-mails, take
preventive measures (such as antivirus measures) so that the mail server for this module does not
receive harmful e-mails.
●To maintain the safety of the programmable controller system against unauthorized access from
external devices via the network, take appropriate measures. To maintain the safety against
unauthorized access via the Internet, take measures such as installing a firewall.
●When connecting a peripheral with the CPU module or connecting an external device, such as a
personal computer, with an intelligent function module to modify data of a running programmable
controller, configure an interlock circuit in the program to ensure that the entire system will always
operate safely. For other forms of control (such as program modification or operating status change)
of a running programmable controller, read the relevant manuals carefully and ensure that the
operation is safe before proceeding. Especially, when a remote programmable controller is controlled
by an external device, immediate action cannot be taken if a problem occurs in the programmable
controller due to a communication failure. To prevent this, configure an interlock circuit in the program,
and determine corrective actions to be taken between the external device and CPU module in case of
a communication failure.
●Do not write any data to the "system area" and "write-protect area" (R) of the buffer memory in the
intelligent function module. Also, do not use any "use prohibited" signals as an output signal from the
CPU module to the intelligent function module. Doing so may cause malfunction of the programmable
controller system.
CAUTION
●Do not install the control lines or communication cables together with the main circuit lines or power
cables. Keep a distance of 100mm or more between them. Failure to do so may result in malfunction
due to noise.
●When changing the operating status of the CPU module (such as remote RUN/STOP) from the
external device, select "Always wait for OPEN (Communication possible at STOP time)" for the "Initial
timing" setting in the network parameter. The communication line will be closed when "Do not wait for
OPEN (Communications impossible at STOP time)" is selected and the remote STOP is executed
from the external device. Consequently, the CPU module cannot reopen the communication line, and
the external device cannot execute the remote RUN.

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[Installation Precautions]
[Wiring Precautions]
[Startup and Maintenance Precautions]
[Startup and Maintenance Precautions]
CAUTION
●Use the programmable controller in an environment that meets the general specifications in the Safety
Guidelines included with the MELSEC-L series CPU module.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, malfunction, or damage to or deterioration of the
product.
●To interconnect modules, engage the respective connectors and securely lock the module joint levers
until they click. Incorrect interconnection may cause malfunction, failure, or drop of the module.
●Shut off the external power supply (all phases) used in the system before mounting or removing a
module. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or cause the module to fail or malfunction.
●Do not directly touch any conductive parts and electronic components of the module. Doing so can
cause malfunction or failure of the module.
CAUTION
●Securely connect the connector to the module. Poor contact may cause malfunction.
●Place the cables in a duct or clamp them. If not, dangling cable may swing or inadvertently be pulled,
resulting in damage to the module or cables or malfunction due to poor contact.
●When disconnecting the communication and power cables from the module, do not pull the cables by
hand. For the cable with connector, hold the connector part of the cable. Pulling the cable connected
to the module may result in malfunction or damage to the module or cable.
●Prevent foreign matter such as dust or wire chips from entering the module. Such foreign matter can
cause a fire, failure, or malfunction.
●A protective film is attached to the top of the module to prevent foreign matter, such as wire chips,
from entering the module during wiring. Do not remove the film during wiring. Remove it for heat
dissipation before system operation.
WARNING
●Shut off the external power supply (all phases) used in the system before cleaning the module. Failure
to do so may result in electric shock.
CAUTION
●Do not disassemble or modify the module. Doing so may cause failure, malfunction, injury, or a fire.
●Shut off the external power supply (all phases) used in the system before mounting or removing the
module. Failure to do so may cause the module to fail or malfunction.
●After the first use of the product (module and display unit), the number of connections/disconnections
is limited to 50 times (in accordance with IEC 61131-2). Exceeding the limit may cause malfunction.
●Before handling the module, touch a conducting object such as a grounded metal to discharge the
static electricity from the human body. Failure to do so may cause the module to fail or malfunction.

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[Operating Precautions]
[Disposal Precautions]
CAUTION
●When changing data and operating status, and modifying program of the running programmable
controller from a personal computer connected to an intelligent function module, read relevant
manuals carefully and ensure the safety before operation. Incorrect change or modification may
cause system malfunction, damage to the machines, or accidents.
CAUTION
●When disposing of this product, treat it as industrial waste.

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CONDITIONS OF USE FOR THE PRODUCT
(1) Mitsubishi programmable controller ("the PRODUCT") shall be used in conditions;
i) where any problem, fault or failure occurring in the PRODUCT, if any, shall not lead to any major or serious accident;
and
ii) where the backup and fail-safe function are systematically or automatically provided outside of the PRODUCT for the
case of any problem, fault or failure occurring in the PRODUCT.
(2) The PRODUCT has been designed and manufactured for the purpose of being used in general industries.
MITSUBISHI SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY AND ALL
RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY BASED ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, PRODUCT LIABILITY) FOR ANY
INJURY OR DEATH TO PERSONS OR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY CAUSED BY the PRODUCT THAT ARE
OPERATED OR USED IN APPLICATION NOT INTENDED OR EXCLUDED BY INSTRUCTIONS, PRECAUTIONS, OR
WARNING CONTAINED IN MITSUBISHI'S USER, INSTRUCTION AND/OR SAFETY MANUALS, TECHNICAL
BULLETINS AND GUIDELINES FOR the PRODUCT.
("Prohibited Application")
Prohibited Applications include, but not limited to, the use of the PRODUCT in;
• Nuclear Power Plants and any other power plants operated by Power companies, and/or any other cases in which the
public could be affected if any problem or fault occurs in the PRODUCT.
• Railway companies or Public service purposes, and/or any other cases in which establishment of a special quality
assurance system is required by the Purchaser or End User.
• Aircraft or Aerospace, Medical applications, Train equipment, transport equipment such as Elevator and Escalator,
Incineration and Fuel devices, Vehicles, Manned transportation, Equipment for Recreation and Amusement, and
Safety devices, handling of Nuclear or Hazardous Materials or Chemicals, Mining and Drilling, and/or other
applications where there is a significant risk of injury to the public or property.
Notwithstanding the above, restrictions Mitsubishi may in its sole discretion, authorize use of the PRODUCT in one or
more of the Prohibited Applications, provided that the usage of the PRODUCT is limited only for the specific
applications agreed to by Mitsubishi and provided further that no special quality assurance or fail-safe, redundant or
other safety features which exceed the general specifications of the PRODUCTs are required. For details, please
contact the Mitsubishi representative in your region.

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Mitsubishi MELSEC-L series programmable controllers. This manual describes the
operating procedure, system configuration, parameter settings, functions, programming, and troubleshooting of the
LJ71E71-100 Ethernet interface module (hereafter referred to as E71).
Before using this product, please read this manual and the relevant manuals carefully and develop familiarity with the
functions and performance of the MELSEC-L series programmable controller to handle the product correctly.
When applying the program examples introduced in this manual to an actual system, ensure the applicability and
confirm that it will not cause system control problems.
Please make sure that the end users read this manual.
Remark
Unless otherwise specified, this manual describes the program examples in which the I/O numbers of X/Y00 to X/Y1F are
assigned for an E71.
For I/O number assignment, refer to the following.
MELSEC-L CPU Module User's Manual (Function Explanation, Program Fundamentals)
COMPLIANCE WITH EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE
DIRECTIVES
(1) Method of ensuring compliance
To ensure that Mitsubishi programmable controllers maintain EMC and Low Voltage Directives when incorporated
into other machinery or equipment, certain measures may be necessary. Please refer to one of the following
manuals.
• MELSEC-L CPU Module User's Manual (Hardware Design, Maintenance and Inspection)
• Safety Guidelines (This manual is included with the CPU module.)
The CE mark on the side of the programmable controller indicates compliance with EMC and Low Voltage
Directives.
(2) Additional measures
To ensure that this product maintains EMC and Low Voltage Directives, please refer to one of the manuals listed
under (1).

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RELEVANT MANUALS
The manuals related to this product are listed below. Please place an order as needed.
(1) E71 relevant manual
(2) CPU module user’s manual
(3) Operating manual
Manual name
<manual number (model code)> Description
MELSEC-Q/L Ethernet Interface Module User's Manual (Application)
<SH-080010, 13JL89>
E-mail function, communication function (communications via
CC-Link IE Controller Network, CC-Link IE Field Network,
MELSECNET/H, or MELSECNET/10, and communications by
using the data link instructions), and file transfer (FTP server)
function of the E71
MELSEC-Q/L Ethernet Interface Module User's Manual (Web function)
<SH-080180, 13JR40> Web function of the E71
MELSEC Communication Protocol Reference Manual
<SH-080008, 13JF89>
Details of MELSEC communication protocol (MC protocol) that
is used for data communication between a target device and a
CPU module
Manual name
<manual number (model code)> Description
MELSEC-L CPU Module User's Manual (Hardware Design,
Maintenance and Inspection)
<SH-080890ENG, 13JZ36>
Specifications of the CPU modules, power supply modules,
display unit, branch module, extension module, SD memory
cards, and batteries, information on how to establish a system,
maintenance and inspection, and troubleshooting
MELSEC-L CPU Module User's Manual (Function Explanation, Program
Fundamentals)
<SH-080889ENG, 13JZ35>
Functions and devices of the CPU module, and programming
Manual name
<manual number (model code)> Description
GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Common)
<SH-080779ENG, 13JU63>
System configuration, parameter settings, and online
operations of GX Works2, which are common to Simple projects
and Structured projects
GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Intelligent Function Module)
<SH-080921, 13JU69>
Parameter settings for intelligent function modules, monitoring
operations, and the predefined protocol support function of GX
Works2

CONTENTS
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CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
CONDITIONS OF USE FOR THE PRODUCT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
COMPLIANCE WITH EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
RELEVANT MANUALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
MANUAL PAGE ORGANIZATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
TERMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
PACKING LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CHAPTER 1 FEATURES 19
CHAPTER 2 PART NAMES 25
CHAPTER 3 SPECIFICATIONS 27
3.1 General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.2 Performance Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.3 Function List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.3.1 Function list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
3.3.2 Use with other functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
3.4 List of I/O Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
3.5 Buffer Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
3.5.1 Configuration of the buffer memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
3.5.2 List of buffer memory addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
CHAPTER 4 PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION 55
CHAPTER 5 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 57
5.1 Overall System Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
5.2 Network Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
5.3 Applicable Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
CHAPTER 6 INSTALLATION AND WIRING 61
6.1 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
6.2 Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
CHAPTER 7 COMMUNICATION PROCEDURE 64
7.1 Setting Parameters Required for Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
7.1.1 Parameter list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
7.1.2 Basic setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
7.1.3 Ethernet Operation Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
7.1.4 Open Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
7.2 TCP/IP Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
7.2.1 Establishing a connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
7.2.2 Communication process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73