Mitsubishi Melsec-Q QD63P6-U-HW User manual

User’s Manual
(Hardware)
QD63P6
Thank you for purchasing the Mitsubishi programmable controller
MELSEC-Q series.
© 2007 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION
Multichannel
High-Speed Counter
Module
Prior to use, please read this and relevant manuals thorougly to fully
understand the product.
MODEL QD63P6-U-HW
MODEL
CODE 13JY33
IB(NA)-0800387-B(0808)MEE

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
(Always read these instructions before using this equipment.)
Before using this product, please read this manual and the relevant manuals
introduced in this manual carefully and pay full attention to safety to handle the
product correctly.
The instructions given in this manual are concerned with this product. For the
safety instructions of the programmable controller system, please read the User’s
Manual for the CPU module.
In this manual, the safety instructions are ranked as "DANGER" and "CAUTION".
Note that the CAUTION level may lead to a serious consequence according
to the circumstances.
Always follow the instructions of both levels because they are important to
personal safety.
Please save this manual to make it accessible when required and always forward
it to the end user.
[Design Precautions]
CAUTION
Do not bunch the control wires or pulse input lines with the main circuit or
power wires, or install them close to each other.They should be installed 150
mm (5.91 inch) or more from each other.Not doing so could result in noise
that would cause erroneous operation.
DANGER
Indicates that incorrect handling may cause
hazardous conditions, resulting in death or severe
injury.
Indicates that incorrect handling may cause
hazardous conditions, resulting in medium or slight
personal injury or physical damage.
CAUTION

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[Installation Precautions]
CAUTION
Use the programmable controller in the environment conditions given in the
general specifications of the User's Manual for the CPU module.
Using this programmable controller in an environment outside the range of
the general specifications could result in electric shock, fire, erroneous
operation, and damage to or deterioration of the product.
While pressing the installation lever located at the bottom of module, insert
the module fixing tab into the fixing hole in the base unit until it stops. Then,
securely mount the module with the fixing hole as a supporting point.
Incorrect loading of the module can cause a malfunction, failure or drop.
When using the programmable controller in the environment of much
vibration, tighten the module with a screw.
Tighten the screw in the specified torque range.
Undertightening can cause a drop, short circuit or malfunction.
Overtightening can cause a drop, short circuit or malfunction due to damage
to the screw or module.
Completely turn off the externally supplied power used in the system before
mounting or removing the module.
Not completely turning off all power could result in electric shock or damage
to the product.
Do not directly touch the module's conductive parts or electronic
components.
Touching the conductive parts could cause an operation failure or give
damage to the module.

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[Wiring Precautions]
CAUTION
When wiring/connecting the connector, properly press, crimp or solder the
connector using the tools specified by the manufactures and attach the
connector to the module securely.
Be sure there are no foreign substances such as sawdust or wiring debris
inside the module.
Such debris could cause fires, damage, or erroneous operation.
The module has an ingress prevention label on its top to prevent foreign
matter, such as wire offcuts, from entering the module during wiring.
Do not peel this label during wiring.
Before starting system operation, be sure to peel this label because of heat
dissipation.
Be sure to place the cables connected to the module in a duct or clamp them.
If not, dangling cables may swing or inadvertently be pulled, resulting in
damage to the module and/or cables, or malfunctions due to poor cable
connection.
When disconnecting the cable, do not pull it by holding the cable part.
Disconnect the cable with connector with holding the connector plugged into
the module. Pulling the cable part with the cable still connected to the module
may cause a malfunction or damage to the module and/or cable.
Always ground the shielded cable on the encoder side (relay box). Failure to
do may cause a malfunction.
When wiring in the programmable controller, be sure that it is done correctly
by checking the product's rated voltage and the terminal layout.
Connecting a voltage different from the rated voltage or incorrect wiring may
result in a fire or failure.

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Revisions
* The manual number is given on the bottom right of the cover.
© 2007 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION
Print date *Manual number Revision
Mar., 2007 IB(NA)-0800387-A First edition
Aug., 2008 IB(NA)-0800387-B
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, ABOUT MANUAL,
Compliance with the EMC and Low Voltage
Directives, Chapter 1, Chapter 4, Chapter 5,
Chapter 6, Section 3.1
This manual confers no industrial property rights or any rights of any other kind, nor does it
confer any 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.
Correction

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CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW..................................................................................................... 1
2. PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................. 2
3. IMPLEMENTATION AND INSTALLATION...................................................... 4
3.1 Handling Precautions ............................................................................... 4
3.2 Installation Environment ........................................................................... 4
4. PART NAMES................................................................................................. 5
5. EXTERNAL WIRING ...................................................................................... 6
5.1 Wiring Precautions ................................................................................... 6
5.2 External Wiring ......................................................................................... 7
5.3 Intelligent Function Module Switch Settings........................................... 11
6. EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS ........................................................................... 12

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ABOUT MANUAL
The following manual is also related to this product.
In necessary, order it by quoting the details in the tables below.
Compliance with the EMC and Low Voltage Directives
(1) For programmable controller system
To configure a system meeting the requirements of the EMC and
Low Voltage Directives when incorporating the Mitsubishi
programmable controller (EMC and Low Voltage Directives
compliant) into other machinery or equipment, refer to Chapter 9
"EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES" of the QCPU User's
Manual (Hardware Design, Maintenance and Inspection).
The CE mark, indicating compliance with the EMC and Low Voltage
Directives, is printed on the rating plate of the programmable
controller.
(2) For the product
To conform this product to the EMC and Low Voltage Directives,
refer to Chapter 5 "EXTERNAL WIRING".
Related manual
Manual name Manual No.
(Model code)
Multichannel High-Speed Counter Module Type QD63P6 User's Manual SH-080692ENG
(13JZ03)

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1. OVERVIEW
This manual describes the specifications and part for the type QD63P6
multichannel high-speed counter module (hereinafter abbreviated as
QD63P6) that is used together with the MELSEC-Q series CPU module.

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2. PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
The following table shows the performance specifications of the
QD63P6.
Table 2.1 Performance specifications
*1 Make the counting speed switch setting with intelligent function module switch.
*2 Counting speed is affected by pulse rise and fall time.
Countable speeds are shown in Table 2.2. Note if a pulse with long rise and/or fall time is
counted, a miscount may occur.
*3 The A6CON3 connector (crimp type, straight out) cannot be used for the QD63P6.
Item Model
QD63P6
Counting speed switch
setting*1 200 k (100 k to 200 kPPS)
100 k
(10 k to 100 kPPS)
10 k
(10 kPPS or less)
Number of occupied
I/O points 32 points (I/O assignment: Intelligent 32 points)
Number of channels 6 channels
Count
input
signal
Phase( A, B) 1-phase input, 2-phase input
Signal level 5 VDC 6.4 to 11.5 mA
Counter
Counting speed
(max.)*2 200 kPPS 100 kPPS 10 kPPS
Counting range 32-bit signed binary (-2147483648 to 2147483647)
Model UP/DOWN preset counter + Ring counter function
Minimum
count pulse
width
(Duty ratio
50 %)
(Minimum phase
difference for 2-phase
input: 1.25 s)
(Minimum phase
difference for 2-phase
input: 2.5 s)
(Minimum phase
difference for 2-phase
input: 25 s)
Coinci-
dence
output
Comparison
range 32-bit signed binary
Comparison
result
Setting value < Count value, Setting value = Count value,
Setting value > Count value
Interrupt With coincidence detection interrupt function
Applicable connector*3
A6CON1 (soldering type, straight out)
A6CON2 (crimp type, straight out)
A6CON4 (soldering type, usable for both straight out
and diagonal out)
5 VDC internal current
consumption 0.59 A
Weight 0.15 kg
2.5 2.5
5
(Unit: s)
5 5
10
(Unit: s)
50 50
100
(Unit: s)

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Table 2.2 Relation between rise/fall time and counting speed
Remarks
For general specifications of the QD63P6, refer to the User's Manual for
the CPU module.
Counting speed
switch setting 200 k 100 k 10 k
Rise/fall time Both 1 and 2-phase input
t = 1.25 s or less 200 kPPS 100 kPPS 10 kPPS
t = 2.5 s or less 100 kPPS 100 kPPS 10 kPPS
t = 25 s or less - 10 kPPS 10 kPPS
t = 500 s - - 500 PPS tt

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3. IMPLEMENTATION AND INSTALLATION
3.1 Handling Precautions
The following explains the precautions for handling the module.
(1) Do not drop the module case and/or connector or apply a strong
impact to it.
(2) Do not remove the printed-circuit board of the module from the
case.
Doing so will cause failure.
(3) Be sure there are no foreign substances such as sawdust or wiring
debris inside the module.
Such debris could cause fires, damage, or erroneous operation.
(4) The module has an ingress prevention label on its top to prevent
foreign matter, such as wire offcuts, from entering the module
during wiring.
Do not peel this label during wiring.
Before starting system operation, be sure to peel this label because
of heat dissipation.
(5) Tighten the fixing screws within the following torque ranges.
Undertightening can cause a drop, short circuit or malfunction.
Overtightening can cause a drop, short circuit or malfunction due to
damage to the screw or module.
Table 3.1 Tightening torque range of module fixing screw
* 1 The module can be easily mounted to a base unit, using the hook on the
upper part of the module.However, it is recommended to secure it with the
module fixing screws when used in an environment where constant
vibrations may occur.
(6) When mounting the module to the base unit, insert the module
fixing projection into the fixing hole in the base unit, and mount the
module with using the hole as a supporting point.
Incorrect module mounting may cause a malfunction, failure, or
drop of the module.
3.2 Installation Environment
Refer to the User's Manual for the CPU module.
Screw Tightening torque range
Module fixing screw (M3)*10.36 to 0.48 N m
Connector screw (M2.6 screw) 0.20 to 0.29 N m

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4. PART NAMES
The following explains the part names of the QD63P6.
Table 4.1 Part names
Figure 4.1 Appearance of
the QD63P6
Table 4.2 Terminal layout of each channel
LED name Description
RUN
Indicates operation status of the QD63P6.
ON: Normal operation
OFF: Watchdog timer error
ERR.
Indicates error status of the QD63P6.
ON: Error at 1 or later CH
OFF: All channels in normal operation
A_CH1 to
CH6
Indicates input status of A-phase pulse
terminal.
ON: Pulse ON
OFF: Pulse OFF
B_CH1 to
CH6
Indicates input status of B-phase pulse
terminal.
ON: Pulse ON
OFF: Pulse OFF
Signal name Terminal number Signal name
Reserved B20 A20 Reserved
CH1 Phase A pulse input - B19 A19 CH1 Phase A pulse input +
CH1 Phase B pulse input - B18 A18 CH1 Phase B pulse input +
Reserved B17 A17 Reserved
CH2 Phase A pulse input - B16 A16 CH2 Phase A pulse input +
CH2 Phase B pulse input - B15 A15 CH2 Phase B pulse input +
Reserved B14 A14 Reserved
CH3 Phase A pulse input - B13 A13 CH3 Phase A pulse input +
CH3 Phase B pulse input - B12 A12 CH3 Phase B pulse input +
Reserved B11 A11 Reserved
CH4 Phase A pulse input - B10 A10 CH4 Phase A pulse input +
CH4 Phase B pulse input - B09 A09 CH4 Phase B pulse input +
Reserved B08 A08 Reserved
CH5 Phase A pulse input - B07 A07 CH5 Phase A pulse input +
CH5 Phase B pulse input - B06 A06 CH5 Phase B pulse input +
Reserved B05 A05 Reserved
CH6 Phase A pulse input - B04 A04 CH6 Phase A pulse input +
CH6 Phase B pulse input - B03 A03 CH6 Phase B pulse input +
Reserved B02 A02 Reserved
Reserved B01 A01 Reserved
B20
B01
A20
A01
(Connector
terminal
number)
(Connector
terminal
number)

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5. EXTERNAL WIRING
5.1 Wiring Precautions
(1) Inputting a signal of different voltage may result in a malfunction or
mechanical failure.
(2) For 1-phase input, always perform pulse input wiring on the phase
A side.
(3) When pulse status noise is input, the QD63P6 may miscount.
(4) Take the following measures against noise for high-speed pulse
input.
(a) Always use a shielded twisted pair cable and provide
grounding.
(b) Wire the shielded twisted pair cables so as not to be in parallel
with wires causing much noise such as power lines or I/O
wires while keeping a distance of at least 150 mm (5.91 inch)
between such wires. Also install the shielded twisted pair
cables as short as possible.
(5) When wiring the QD63P6 and an encoder, separate the power
supplycable and signal line.
(6) To conform the wiring to the EMC and Low Voltage Directives,
ground the shielded twisted pair cables to a control panel with the
AD75CK cable clamp (manufactured by Mitsubishi Electric
Corporation).
Figure 5.1 AD75CK cable clamp
20cm (7.87inch)
20cm (7.87inch)
to 30cm (11.81inch)
to 30cm (11.81inch)
In a control panel
QD63P6
20cm (7.87inch)
to 30cm (11.81inch)
AD75CK

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5.2 External Wiring
Example of wiring the module and an encoder
(1) Example of wiring with an encoder of open collector output type (5
VDC)
Figure 5.2 Example of wiring with an encoder (5 VDC)
POINT
When wiring the QD63P6 and an encoder, separate the power supply cable
and signal line.
The following diagram shows an example of wiring with Phase A (Wire Phase
B as well).
[Wiring
example]
Figure 5.3 Wiring example
[Incorrect
wiring
example]
Figure 5.4 Incorrect wiring example
Shield
Shield
Phase A
Phase B
QD63P6
Phase A
pulse input +
Phase B
pulse input +
Phase A
pulse input -
Phase B
pulse input -
B19
A18
B18
A19
External
power
supply
5 VDC
0 V
Encoder
5 V
OUT
OUT
5 V
E
E
5 V
0 V
240 1/8W
240 1/8W
Shielded
twisted pair cable
Shielded
twisted pair cable
Pulse
input -
Pulse
input +
Phase A
QD63P6
OUT
0 V
5 VDC
External
power
supply
Encoder
+5 V
0 V
E
Shielded
twisted pair cable
Shield
Pulse
input -
Pulse
input +
Phase A
QD63P6
OUT
0 V
5 VDC
External
power
supply
Encoder
+5 V
0 V
E
Since the
current through
the shielded
twisted pair cable
flows in the same
direction, canceling
effect does not
work, which results
in susceptibility
to electromagnetic
induction.
S
hielded
twisted pair cable
Shield

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(2) Example of wiring with an encoder of open collector output type
(12/24 VDC)
Figure 5.5 Example of wiring with an encoder (12/24 VDC)
According to external power supply voltage, connect load
resistance between each pulse input terminal of the QD63P6 and
shielded twisted pair cable.
The following table shows conditions on load resistance.
Table 5.1 Conditions on load resistance
External voltage [V] Load resistance [ ] Capacity [W] Tolerance [%]
12 820 1/4 5
24 2200 1/2 5
Shield
Shield
Phase A
Phase B
QD63P6
Phase A
pulse input +
Phase B
pulse input +
Phase A
pulse input -
Phase B
pulse input -
B19
A18
B18
A19
External
power
supply
12/24
VDC
0 V
Load resistance
12 V 820 1/4W
24 V 2200 1/2W
Load resistance
OUT
OUT
E
E
12/
24 V
0 V
12/24 V
12/
24 V
Encoder
240 1/8W
240 1/8W
Shielded
twisted pair cable
Shielded
twisted pair cable

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POINT
When wiring the QD63P6 and an encoder, separate the power supply cable
and signal line.
The following diagram shows an example of wiring with Phase A (Wire Phase
B as well).
[Wiring
example]
Figure 5.6 Wiring example
[Incorrect
wiring
example]
Figure 5.7 Incorrect wiring example
Pulse
input -
Pulse
input +
Phase A
QD63P6
OUT
0 V
External
power
supply
Encoder
0 V
E
Shielded
twisted pair cable
Shield
12/
24 V
12/24
VDC
Pulse
input -
Pulse
input +
Phase A
QD63P6
OUT
0 V
External
power
supply
Encoder
0 V
E
Since the
current through
the shielded
twisted pair cable
flows in the same
direction, canceling
effect does not
work, which results
in susceptibility
to electromagnetic
induction.
Shielded
twisted pair cable
Shield
12/
24 V
12/24
VDC

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(3) Example of wiring with an encoder of voltage output type
(5 VDC)
Figure 5.8 Example of wiring with an encoder (5 VDC)
(4) Example of wiring with an encoder of voltage output type
(12/24 VDC)
Figure 5.9 Example of wiring with an encoder (12/24 VDC)
According to external power supply voltage, connect load
resistance between each pulse input terminal of the QD63P6 and
shielded twisted pair cable.
The following table shows conditions on load resistance.
Table 5.1 Conditions on load resistance
External voltage [V] Load resistance [ ] Capacity [W] Tolerance [%]
12 820 1/4 5
24 2200 1/2 5
Shielded
twisted pair cable
Shielded
twisted pair cable
Shield
Shield
Phase A
Phase B
QD63P6
Phase A
pulse input +
Phase B
pulse input +
Phase A
pulse input -
Phase B
pulse input - GND
OUT
OUT
GND
E
E
5 V
0 V
B19
A18
B18
A19
External
power
supply
5 VDC
0 V
Encoder
240 1/8W
240 1/8W
Shield
Shield
Phase A
Phase B
QD63P6
Phase A
pulse input +
Phase B
pulse input +
Phase A
pulse input -
Phase B
pulse input - GND
OUT
OUT
GND
E
E
12/24 V
0 V
B19
A18
B18
A19
External
power
supply
12/24
VDC
0 V
Load resistance
12 V 820 1/4W
24 V 2200 1/2W
Load resistance
Encoder
240 1/8W
240 1/8W
Shielded
twisted pair cable
Shielded
twisted pair cable

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5.3 Intelligent Function Module Switch Settings
The switch setting is made on the [I/O assignment] screen of GX
Developer.
Table 5.3 Intelligent function module switch
Setting item Setting value Default
Switch 1
Pulse input mode Pulse input mode
0H: 1 multiple of 1 phase
1H: 2 multiples of 1 phase
2H: CW/CCW
3H: 1 multiple of 2 phases
4H: 2 multiples of 2 phases
5H: 4 multiples of 2 phases
0000H
Switch 2
Pulse input mode
0000H
Switch 3
Counting speed
setting
Counting speed setting
Set the following bit pattern with hexadecimal.
00 : 10 kpps
01 : 100 kpps
10 : 200 kpps
Example) CH1 and 2 : 200 kpps,
CH3 : 100 kpps,
CH4 to 6 : 10 kpps
00 00 00 01 10 10 001AH
0000H
Switch 4
Counter format
Present value
selection setting
Counter format
Set the following bit pattern with hexadecimal.
0 : Linear counter
1 : Ring counter
Example) Linear counter: CH1, CH2, and CH5
Ring counter : CH3, CH4, and CH6
00101100 2CH
0000H
Present value selection setting
0 : Present value A
1 : Present value B
Switch 5 Reserved: Fixed to 0
H
CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1
H
00
Reserved:
Fixed
to 0
CH6 CH5
H
0
Reserved:
Fixed
to 0
CH1CH2CH3CH4CH5CH6
b11 b8 b7 b0
H
0
Reserved:
Fixed
to 0
00CH CH CH CH CH CH
654321
b7 b
0

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6. EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS
Figure 6.1 External dimensions
Unit: mm (inch)
27.4
(1.08)
23
(0.92)
4
(0.16)
98 (3.86)
90 (3.54)

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