Mitsubishi Electric Q66DA-G User manual

Channel Isolated Digital-Analog Converter Module
User's Manual
-Q66DA-G
-GX Configurator-DA (SW2D5C-QDAU-E)

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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.
The precautions given in this manual are concerned with this product only. For the safety precautions of the
programmable controller system, refer to the user's manual for the CPU module used.
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.
[Design Precautions]
WARNING
Do not write any data to the "system area" of the buffer memory in the intelligent function module.
Also, do not use any "use prohibited" signals as an output signal from the programmable controller
CPU 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 (3.9 inches) or more between them. Failure to do so may result in
malfunction due to noise.
At power-on, a voltage may occur or a current may flow between output terminals for a moment.
In this case, start the control after analog outputs become stable.
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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[Installation Precautions]
[Wiring Precautions]
CAUTION
Use the programmable controller in an environment that meets the general specifications in the
user's manual for the CPU module used.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, malfunction, or damage to or deterioration of the
product.
To mount the module, while pressing the module mounting lever located in the lower part of the
module, fully insert the module fixing projection(s) into the hole(s) in the base until it snaps into
place.
Incorrect mounting may cause malfunction, failure or drop of the module.
Fix the module to the base unit with a fixing bracket.
Tighten the screw within the specified torque range.
Undertightening can cause drop of the screw, short circuit or malfunction.
Overtightening can damage the screw and/or module, resulting in drop, short circuit, or malfunction.
Shut off the external power supply (all phases) used in the system before mounting or removing the
module.
Failure to do so may result in damage to the product.
A module can be replaced online (while power is on) on any MELSECNET/H remote I/O station or in
the system where a CPU module supporting the online module change function is used.
Note that there are restrictions on the modules that can be replaced online, and each module has its
predetermined replacement procedure.
For details, refer to the relevant chapter in this manual.
Do not directly touch any conductive parts and electronic components of the module.
Doing so can cause malfunction or failure of the module.
CAUTION
Individually ground the FG terminal of the programmable controller with a ground resistance of 100Ω
or less.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock or malfunction.
Tighten the terminal screw within the specified torque range.
Undertightening can cause short circuit, fire, or malfunction.
Overtightening can damage the screw and/or module, resulting in drop, short circuit, or malfunction.
Prevent foreign matter such as dust or wire chips from entering the module.
Such foreign matter can cause a fire, failure, or malfunction.

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[Wiring Precautions]
[Startup and Maintenance Precautions]
[Startup and Maintenance Precautions]
CAUTION
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
Do not touch any terminal while power is on.
Doing so will cause electric shock or malfunction.
Shut off the external power supply (all phases) used in the system before cleaning the module or
retightening the terminal screws, connector screws, or module fixing screws.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock or cause the module to fail or malfunction.
Undertightening can cause drop of the screw, short circuit or malfunction.
Overtightening can damage the screw and/or module, resulting in drop, short circuit, or malfunction.
CAUTION
Do not disassemble or modify the modules.
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.
A module can be replaced online (while power is on) on any MELSECNET/H remote I/O station or in
the system where a CPU module supporting the online module change function is used.
Note that there are restrictions on the modules that can be replaced online, and each module has its
predetermined replacement procedure.
For details, refer to the relevant chapter in this manual.
After the first use of the product, do not mount/remove the module to/from the base unit more than
50 times (IEC 61131-2 compliant).
Exceeding the limit of 50 times may cause malfunction.
Before handling the module, touch a grounded metal object 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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[Disposal Precautions]
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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REVISIONS
* The manual number is given on the bottom left of the back cover.
Print Date *Manual Number Revision
Oct., 2006 SH (NA)-080648ENG-A First edition
Jan.,2007 SH (NA)-080648ENG-B
Section 3.2.1, 4.6
Jan., 2008 SH (NA)-080648ENG-C
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, About the Generic Terms and Abbreviations,
Section 1.1, 2.1, 2.3, 4.1, 4.6, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 7.3.3, 7.3.5, 8.1, Appendix 1, 1.1 to
1.3
Section 2.2
May, 2008 SH (NA)-080648ENG-D
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, Compliance with the EMC and Low Voltage
Directives, About the Generic Terms and Abbreviations, Section 2.1, 2.3, 4.1,
4.3, 5.1, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.3.1, 5.3.3, Chapter 7, Section 7.1
Nov., 2010 SH (NA)-080648ENG-E
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, RELATED MANUALS, ABOUT THE GENERIC
TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS, PRODUCT STRUCTURE, Section 1.1, 2.1 to
2.3, 3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.3, 3.2.5, 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.4.1, 3.4.3, 3.4.4, 3.4.6,
4.1, 4.3, 4.4.2, 4.5, 4.6, 5.1, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.3.1, 5.3.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6.1, 5.6.2, 5.7,
6.2.3, 6.3, 6.3.1, 6.3.2, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3.1 to 7.3.6, 7.4, 7.5, 8.1, 8.2.4, 8.2.6, 8.2.7,
Appendix 1, 1.1 to 1.3
CONDITIONS OF USE FOR THE PRODUCT, Appendix 2
Feb., 2012 SH (NA)-080648ENG-F
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, COMPLIANCE WITH EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE
DIRECTIVES, GENERIC TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS, Section 3.1.1, 3.1.2,
3.2.2, 4.1, 4.3, 4.4.2, 5.2.2, 5.4, 5.5, 6.2.2, 6.2.3, 6.3, Chapter 7, Section 7.1,
7.3.4
Dec., 2012 SH (NA)-080648ENG-G
MANUALS, COMPLIANCE WITH EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES,
Section 2.1, 2.2, 3.2.2, 3.2.4, 3.3.2, 3.4.2, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4.2, 4.5, 4.6, 5.2, 5.2.1,
5.2.2, 6.2.1, 8.1, 8.2.1, 8.2.4, 8.2.7, Appendix 1.1 to Appendix 1.3
May., 2015 SH (NA)-080648ENG-H
GENERIC TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS, Section 2.1, 2.3, 4.3, 4.6,
Appendix 3
Correction
Correction
Addition
Correction
Correction
Addition
Correction
Correction
Correction

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Japanese Manual Version SH-080646-K
© 2006 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION
Jul., 2017 SH (NA)-080648ENG-I
INTRODUCTION, COMPLIANCE WITH EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE
DIRECTIVES, GENERIC TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS, 4.4.2, 4.5
Section 4.4.3, 8.2.7
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.
Print Date *Manual Number Revision
Correction
Addition

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................................................A - 1
CONDITIONS OF USE FOR THE PRODUCT..................................................................................................A - 5
REVISIONS.......................................................................................................................................................A - 6
INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................................................A - 8
CONTENTS ......................................................................................................................................................A - 8
MANUALS.......................................................................................................................................................A - 12
RELEVANT MANUALS...................................................................................................................................A - 12
COMPLIANCE WITH EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES...................................................................A - 12
GENERIC TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS....................................................................................................A - 13
PACKING LIST ...............................................................................................................................................A - 13
1 OVERVIEW 1 - 1 to 1 - 2
1.1 Features........................................................................................................................................... 1 - 1
2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 2 - 1 to 2 - 6
2.1 Applicable Systems ......................................................................................................................... 2 - 1
2.2 Precautions on System Configuration ............................................................................................. 2 - 3
2.3 Checking Function Version, Serial Number and Software Version ................................................. 2 - 4
3 SPECIFICATIONS 3 - 1 to 3 - 36
3.1 Performance Specifications ............................................................................................................. 3 - 1
3.1.1 Performance specifications list ............................................................................................... 3 - 1
3.1.2 I/O conversion characteristics ................................................................................................ 3 - 2
3.1.3 Accuracy................................................................................................................................. 3 - 7
3.1.4 Conversion speed................................................................................................................... 3 - 7
3.2 Function List .................................................................................................................................... 3 - 8
3.2.1 Analog output HOLD/CLEAR function.................................................................................... 3 - 9
3.2.2 Analog output test during programmable controller CPU STOP .......................................... 3 - 11
3.2.3 Warning output function........................................................................................................ 3 - 12
3.2.4 Rate control function............................................................................................................. 3 - 14
3.2.5 Scaling function .................................................................................................................... 3 - 16
3.3 I/O Signals for the Programmable Controller CPU ........................................................................ 3 - 19
3.3.1 List of I/O signals .................................................................................................................. 3 - 19
3.3.2 Details of I/O signals............................................................................................................. 3 - 20
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC-Q series programmable controllers.
Before using the equipment, please read this manual carefully to develop full familiarity with the functions
and performance of the Q series programmable controller you have purchased, so as to ensure
correct use.
Please forward a copy of this manual to the end user.
CONTENTS

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3.4 Buffer Memory ............................................................................................................................... 3 - 25
3.4.1 Buffer memory assignment...................................................................................................3-25
3.4.2 D/A conversion enable/disable setting (Un\G0).................................................................... 3 - 28
3.4.3 CH[]Digital value (Un\G1 to Un\G6)...................................................................................... 3 - 28
3.4.4 CH[]Set value check code (Un\G11 to Un\G16) ................................................................... 3 - 29
3.4.5 Error code (Un\G19) ............................................................................................................. 3 - 29
3.4.6 Setting range (Un\G20, Un\G21) .......................................................................................... 3 - 30
3.4.7 Offset/gain setting mode Offset/gain specification (Un\G22, Un\G23) ................................. 3 - 31
3.4.8 Offset/gain adjustment value specification (Un\G24) ........................................................... 3 - 31
3.4.9 Offset/gain range setting (Un\G25)....................................................................................... 3 - 32
3.4.10 Rate control enable/disable setting (Un\G46)....................................................................... 3 - 32
3.4.11 Warning output setting (Un\G47).......................................................................................... 3 - 32
3.4.12 Warning output flag (Un\G48)............................................................................................... 3 - 33
3.4.13 CH[]Scaling enable/disable setting (Un\G53) ....................................................................... 3 - 33
3.4.14 CH[]Scaling upper/lower limit value (Un\G54 to Un\G65)..................................................... 3 - 34
3.4.15 CH[]Increase/decrease digital limit value (Un\G70 to Un\G81) ............................................ 3 - 34
3.4.16 CH[]Warning output upper/lower limit value (Un\G86 to Un\G97) ........................................ 3 - 34
3.4.17 Mode switching setting (Un\G158, Un\G159) ....................................................................... 3 - 35
3.4.18 Pass data classification setting (Un\G200)........................................................................... 3 - 35
3.4.19 Industrial shipment settings and user range settings offset/gain values (Un\G202 to Un\G225)
.............................................................................................................................................. 3 - 36
4 SETUP AND PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION 4 - 1 to 4 - 17
4.1 Handling Precautions...................................................................................................................... 4 - 1
4.2 Setup and Procedures Before Operation......................................................................................... 4 - 3
4.3 Part Names...................................................................................................................................... 4 - 4
4.4 Wiring............................................................................................................................................... 4 - 6
4.4.1 Wiring precautions.................................................................................................................. 4 - 6
4.4.2 External wiring ....................................................................................................................... 4 - 7
4.4.3 Connector/terminal block converter module ........................................................................... 4 - 8
4.5 Intelligent Function Module Switch Setting ...................................................................................... 4 - 9
4.6 Offset/Gain Settings....................................................................................................................... 4 - 12
5 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) 5 - 1 to 5 - 34
5.1 Utility Package Functions ................................................................................................................ 5 - 1
5.2 Installing and Uninstalling the Utility Package ................................................................................. 5 - 2
5.2.1 Handling precautions.............................................................................................................. 5 - 2
5.2.2 Operating environment ........................................................................................................... 5 - 4
5.3 Utility Package Operation ................................................................................................................ 5 - 6
5.3.1 Common utility package operations ....................................................................................... 5 - 6
5.3.2 Operation overview................................................................................................................. 5 - 9
5.3.3 Starting the Intelligent function module utility ....................................................................... 5 - 11
5.4 Initial Setting .................................................................................................................................. 5 - 15
5.5 Auto Refresh Setting...................................................................................................................... 5 - 17
5.6 Monitoring/Test .............................................................................................................................. 5 - 20
5.6.1 Monitor/test screen ............................................................................................................... 5 - 20

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5.6.2 Offset/gain setting operation................................................................................................. 5 - 23
5.6.3 Confirmation of Conversion Characteristic ........................................................................... 5 - 25
5.6.4 Pass data.............................................................................................................................. 5 - 27
5.7 FB Conversion of Initial Setting/Auto Refresh Setting ................................................................... 5 - 29
5.8 Usage of FB................................................................................................................................... 5 - 31
5.8.1 Outline .................................................................................................................................. 5 - 31
5.8.2 Paste an FB to a Sequence Program................................................................................... 5 - 33
5.8.3 Convert (Compile) a Sequence Program.............................................................................. 5 - 34
6 PROGRAMMING 6 - 1 to 6 - 18
6.1 Programming Procedure.................................................................................................................. 6 - 1
6.2 For Use in Normal System Configuration ........................................................................................ 6 - 2
6.2.1 Before creating a program ...................................................................................................... 6 - 3
6.2.2 Program example using the utility package............................................................................ 6 - 5
6.2.3 Programming example without using the utility package........................................................ 6 - 8
6.3 For Use on Remote I/O Network ................................................................................................... 6 - 10
6.3.1 Program example using the utility package.......................................................................... 6 - 12
6.3.2 Program example without using the utility package.............................................................. 6 - 15
7 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE 7 - 1 to 7 - 38
7.1 Online Module Change Conditions .................................................................................................. 7 - 2
7.2 Online Module Change Operations ................................................................................................. 7 - 3
7.3 Online Module Change Procedure .................................................................................................. 7 - 4
7.3.1 When industrial shipment setting is used and initial setting was made with GX Configurator-DA
................................................................................................................................................ 7 - 4
7.3.2 When industrial shipment setting is used and initial setting was made with sequence program
................................................................................................................................................ 7 - 9
7.3.3 When user range setting is used and initial setting was made with GX Configurator-DA
(other system is available) .................................................................................................... 7 - 15
7.3.4 When user range setting is used and initial setting was made with GX Configurator-DA
(other system is unavailable) ................................................................................................ 7 - 20
7.3.5 When user range setting is used and initial setting was made with sequence program
(other system is available) .................................................................................................... 7 - 26
7.3.6 When user range setting is used and initial setting was made with sequence program
(other system is unavailable) ................................................................................................ 7 - 31
7.4 Range Reference Table................................................................................................................. 7 - 37
7.5 Precautions for Online Module Change .........................................................................................7-38
8 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 - 1 to 8 - 7
8.1 Error Code List................................................................................................................................. 8 - 1
8.2 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................... 8 - 3
8.2.1 When the "RUN" LED is flashing or turned off........................................................................ 8 - 3
8.2.2 When the "ERR." LED is on or flashing .................................................................................. 8 - 3
8.2.3 When the "ALM" LED is turned on.......................................................................................... 8 - 3
8.2.4 When an analog output value is not output ............................................................................ 8 - 4

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8.2.5 When the analog value is not within the reference accuracy of the theoretical value ............ 8 - 5
8.2.6 When analog output value is not "HOLD"............................................................................... 8 - 5
8.2.7 When External power supply READY (X7) does not turn on.................................................. 8 - 5
8.2.8 Checking the Q66DA-G status using GX Developer system monitor..................................... 8 - 6
APPENDICES App- 1 to App - 11
Appendix 1 Dedicated Instruction List and Available Devices..................................................................App- 1
Appendix 1.1 G(P).OFFGAN ................................................................................................................App- 2
Appendix 1.2 G(P).OGLOAD ................................................................................................................App- 4
Appendix 1.3 G(P).OGSTOR................................................................................................................App- 7
Appendix 2 Functions Added or Changed Due to Version Upgrade ......................................................App- 10
Appendix 3 External Dimensions............................................................................................................App- 11
INDEX Index - 1 to Index - 2

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MANUALS
The manuals related to this product are listed below.
Please place an order as needed.
îRRemark
Printed manuals are available separately. Please place an order with the manual
number (model code) in the table above.
COMPLIANCE WITH EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES
(1) Method of ensuring compliance
To ensure that Mitsubishi Electric 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.
• QCPU User's Manual (Hardware Design, Maintenance and Inspection)
• Safety Guidelines
(This manual is included with the CPU module or base unit.)
The CE mark on the side of the programmable controller indicates compliance with
EMC and Low Voltage Directives.
(2) Additional measures
No additional measures are necessary for the compliance of this product with EMC
and Low Voltage Directives.
RELEVANT MANUALS
Manual name Manual number
(model code)
GX Developer Version 8 Operating Manual
Operating methods of GX Developer, such as programming, printing, monitoring, and debugging
(Sold separately)
SH-080373E
(13JU41)
GX Developer Version 8 Operating Manual (Function Block)
Operating methods of GX Developer, such as creating and printing function blocks
(Sold separately)
SH-080376E
(13JU44)
GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Common)
System configuration, parameter settings, and online operations (common to Simple project and Structured
project) of GX Works2 (Sold separately)
SH-080779ENG
(13JU63)
GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Intelligent Function Module)
Explains methods of intelligent function module for such as parameter setting, monitoring programs, and
predefined protocol support function in GX Works2. (Sold separately)
SH-080921ENG
(13JU69)

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GENERIC TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
Unless otherwise specified, this manual uses the following generic terms and
abbreviations.
PACKING LIST
The product package contains the following.
General term/Abbreviation Description
DOS/V personal computer An IBM PC/AT or compatible computer with DOS/V
GX Developer The product name of the software package for the MELSEC programmable controllers
GX Works2
GX Configurator-DA The abbreviation for the digital-analog converter module setting and monitor tool GX
Configurator-DA (SW2D5C-QDAU-E)
QCPU (Q mode) A generic term for Basic model QCPU, High Performance model QCPU, Process CPU, Redundant
CPU, and Universal model QCPU
Basic model QCPU A generic term for the Q00JCPU, Q00CPU, and Q01CPU
High Performance model QCPU A generic term for the Q02CPU, Q02HCPU, Q06HCPU, Q12HCPU, and Q25HCPU
Process CPU A generic term for the Q02PHCPU, Q06PHCPU, Q12PHCPU, and Q25PHCPU
Redundant CPU A generic term for the Q12PRHCPU and Q25PRHCPU
Universal model QCPU
A generic term for the Q00UJCPU, Q00UCPU, Q01UCPU, Q02UCPU, Q03UDCPU, Q03UDVCPU,
Q03UDECPU, Q04UDHCPU, Q04UDVCPU, Q04UDEHCPU, Q06UDHCPU, Q06UDVCPU,
Q06UDEHCPU, Q10UDHCPU, Q10UDEHCPU, Q13UDHCPU, Q13UDVCPU, Q13UDEHCPU,
Q20UDHCPU, Q20UDEHCPU, Q26UDHCPU, Q26UDVCPU, Q26UDEHCPU, Q50UDEHCPU, and
Q100UDEHCPU
Personal computer A generic term for DOS/V personal computers
Industrial shipment setting A generic term for analog output ranges 0 to 5V, 1 to 5V, -10 to 10V, 0 to 20mA, and 4 to 20mA
FB The abbreviation for function block
Model Product Quantity
Q66DA-G Q66DA-G Channel Isolated Digital-Analog Converter module 1
SW2D5C-QDAU-E GX Configurator-DA Version 2 (single license product) (CD-ROM) 1
SW2D5C-QDAU-EA GX Configurator-DA Version 2 (volume license product) (CD-ROM) 1

1- 1 1.1 Features
1OVERVIEW
1 OVERVIEW
This User's Manual describes the specifications, handling and programming methods for
the Q66DA-G type channel isolated digital-analog converter module (hereinafter referred
to as the Q66DA-G) that is used in combination with a MELSEC-Q series CPU module
(hereinafter referred to as the programmable controller CPU).
1.1 Features
(1) Multi-channel analog input is available.
By using a single Q66DA-G, analog voltage or current outputs of 6 points (6 channels)
are available.
(2) Channel isolated
The channels are isolated from each other and from the external supply power.
(3) High accuracy
The reference accuracy*1is as high as +0.1% and the temperature coefficient*2is as
high as -80ppm/°C.
*1: Accuracy attained at the ambient temperature when offset/gain setting has been made
*2: Accuracy per temperature change of 1°C
Example) Accuracy when the ambient temperature changed from 25°C to 30°C
0.1% (reference accuracy) + 0.008%/°C (temperature coefficient) 5°C
(temperature difference) = 0.14%
(4) Output range switching
The output range*1switching can be set easily from GX Developer.
*1: The output range indicates the offset/gain setting type. While the generally used output ranges are
available as defaults, the user can set offset/gain values. (Refer to Section 4.5.)
(5) Analog output HOLD/CLEAR function
This function is used to set whether to hold or clear the analog output value when the
CPU module is stopped or when a stop error occurs. (Refer to Section 3.2.1.)
(6) Changing the resolution mode
The resolution mode can be changed according to the application, and digital value
resolution settings of 1/4000, 1/12000 or 1/16000 can be selected. (Refer to Section
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1OVERVIEW
1.1 Features
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1
OVERVIEW
2
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
3
SPECIFICATIONS
4
SETUP AND PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION
5
UTILITY PACKAGE (GX CONFIGURATOR- DA)
6
PROGRAMMING
7
ONLINE MODULE CHANGE
8
TROUBLESHOOTING
(7) Warning output function
A warning is output if a digital input value falls outside the setting range. (Refer to
Section 3.2.4.)
(8) Rate control function
The increase and decrease in analog output values per 6ms*1 can be limited,
preventing rapid change of the values. (Refer to Section 3.2.4.)
*1 6ms is the conversion cycle per channel.
(9) Scaling function
The digital input value range can be changed to any given range between –32000 and
32000, and digital values within the range are converted to analog values. (Refer to
Section 3.2.5.)
(10)Online module change
The module can be changed without the system being stopped.
Further, the existing specifications can be applied to the new system by using
sequence programs and performing the following:
• Succession of offset/gain settings to the new Q66DA-G
• Transfer of offset/gain setting values to the other Q66DA-Gs mounted on the
other slots
(11)Offset/gain setting
GX Configurator-DA, dedicated instruction (G(P). OFFGAN) or Mode switching
setting allows a shift to the offset/gain setting mode easily. (Refer to Section 4.6.)
(12)Easy setting with GX Configurator-DA
The number of sequence programs can be reduced since GX Configurator-DA (sold
separately) allows the Q66DA-G settings on the dialog box.
Also, GX Configurator-DA simplifies checking of the module settings and operation
status.
In addition, FB*1 can be automatically created from intelligent function module
parameters set in advance to use them for in a sequence program. (Refer to Chapter
5.)
*1 FB stands for function block, which is a function for setting repeatedly-used circuit blocks as a com-
ponent and using it in the sequence program.
This function can increase the efficiency of program development and minimize program bugs to
improve program qualities.
For the details of FB, refer to "GX Developer Version 8 Operating Manual (Function Block)".

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2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
This chapter explains the system configuration of the Q66DA-G.
2.1 Applicable Systems
This section describes the applicable systems.
(1) Applicable modules and base units, and No. of modules
(a) When mounted with a CPU module
For the applicable modules, the number of modules, and base units applicable to
the Q66DA-G, refer to the user’s manual for the CPU module used.
Note the following when the Q66DA-G is mounted with a CPU module.
• Depending on the combination with other modules or the number of mounted
modules, power supply capacity may be insufficient. Pay attention to the
power supply capacity before mounting modules, and if the power supply
capacity is insufficient, change the combination of modules.
• Mount a module within the number of I/O points for the CPU module, If the
number of slots is within the available range, the module can be mounted on
any slot.
Remark
When the module is used with a C Controller module, refer to the user’s manual
for the C Controller module.
(b) Mounting to a MELSECNET/H remote I/O station
For the MELSECNET/H remote I/O station, the number of modules, and base
units applicable to the Q66DA-G, refer to the Q Corresponding MELSECNET/H
Network System Reference Manual (Remote I/O network).
(2) Support of the multiple CPU system
When using the Q66DA-G in a multiple CPU system, refer to the following manual
first.
• QCPU User's Manual (Multiple CPU System)
(3) Support of online module change
The function version of the Q66DA-G has been "C" from the first release, supporting
online module change.
For procedures of the online module change, refer to Chapter7.

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2.1 Applicable Systems
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OVERVIEW
2
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
3
SPECIFICATIONS
4
SETUP AND PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION
5
UTILITY PACKAGE (GX CONFIGURATOR- DA)
6
PROGRAMMING
7
ONLINE MODULE CHANGE
8
TROUBLESHOOTING
(4) Supported software packages
Relation between the system containing the Q66DA-G and software package is
shown in the following table.
GX Developer or GX Works2 are necessary when using the Q66DA-G.
Software Version
GX Developer GX Configurator-DA GX Works2
Q00J/Q00/Q01CPU Single CPU system Version 7 or later
Version 2.06G or later
Refer to the GX
Works2 Version 1
Operating Manual
(Common).
Multiple CPU system Version 8 or later
Q02/Q02H/Q06H/
Q12H/Q25HCPU
Single CPU system Version 4 or later
Multiple CPU system Version 6 or later
Q02PH/Q06PHCPU Single CPU system Version 8.68W or later
Multiple CPU system
Q12PH/Q25PHCPU Single CPU system Version 7.10L or later
Multiple CPU system
Q12PRH/
Q25PRHCPU
Redundant CPU
system Version 8.45X or later
Q00UJ/Q00U/
Q01UCPU
Single CPU system Version 8.78G or later
Multiple CPU system
Q02U/Q03UD/
Q04UDH/
Q06UDHCPU
Single CPU system
Version 8.48A or later
Multiple CPU system
Q10UDH/
Q20UDHCPU
Single CPU system Version 8.78G or later
Multiple CPU system
Q13UDH/
Q26UDHCPU
Single CPU system Version 8.62Q or later
Multiple CPU system
Q03UDE/
Q04UDEH/
Q06UDEH/
Q13UDEH/
Q26UDEHCPU
Single CPU system
Version 8.68W or later
Multiple CPU system
Q10UDEH/
Q20UDEHCPU
Single CPU system Version 8.78G or later
Multiple CPU system
CPU modules other
than the above
Single CPU system Not supported Not supported
Multiple CPU system
If installed in a MELSECNET/H remote I/O
station Version 6 or later Version 2.06G or later

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When using GX Works2, refer to the following.
• GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Common)
• GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Intelligent Function Module)
2.2 Precautions on System Configuration
(1) Using Q66DA-G with Redundant CPU
(a) Dedicated instructions
Dedicated instructions cannot be used.
(b) GX Configurator-DA
GX Configurator-DA cannot be used when accessing the Redundant CPU via an
intelligent function module on an extension base unit from GX Developer.
Connect a personal computer to the Redundant CPU with a communication path
indicated below.
Main base unit
Extension base unit
1 2
1
2Direct connection to the CPU
Direct connection to use the CPU
(GX Configurator-DA cannot be used.)