NAiS GT10 User manual

Programmable Display
GT10/GT30
Technical Manual
Matsushita Electric Works, Ltd.GT10/GT30 Technical Manual ARCT1F340V1.1EN 5/2003
is a global brand name of Matsushita Electric Works.
Includes installation guide for GTWIN screen
creation software.
Applicable Models
GT10 (Ver. 1/Ver. 2)
GT30
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
[ALWAYS OBSERVE THESE PRECAUTIONS]
Before installing, operating, servicing or inspecting this product, please make sure
you have read this manual and the explanations of how procedures are carried out,
and make sure the product is used correctly.
This manual uses two safety standard levels: “WARNING” and “CAUTION”.
WARNING
Erroneous handling of an item marked with this label can cause fatal or critical
injury to the user.
wIf this product is used in applications where accidents involving bodily
injury and/or significant damage may be conceivable, measures should
be taken to ensure adequate safety, such as the use of duplicate safety
mechanisms.
wThe functions of the GT main unit should not be used to design systems
which may pose a threat to human life or which may cause severe injury
or damage. Designs should include safety mechanisms for use in the
event that switch functions do not function correctly.
wDo not use this product in an environment where combustible gases are
present. This can cause explosion.
wDo not dispose of it by incineration. This can cause it to explode.
CAUTION
Erroneous handling of an item marked with this label can cause injury to the
user, or physical damage to property.
wThis product should not be used outside of the stated specifications
ranges for ratings, service life, configuration factors and other
elements. This can cause abnormal generation of heat and smoke.
wThe operational force of the touch panel should be kept to 0.98 N or
lower. Operating the touch panel at a higher force could cause damage.
wNever touch terminals while the power supply is on. This can cause
electric shock.
wNever disassemble or alter this product. This can cause electric shock
and smoke generation.

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How This Manual Is Configured
GT10/GT30 Main Unit
Before Using the GT series
This section describes items that should be confirmed and precautions that should
be observed before the GT series are used.
Chapter 1. Specifications
This chapter contains the names and specifications of the various parts of the GT se-
ries, as well as a table of functions, wiring diagrams, and dimensions.
Chapter 2. Installation and Wiring
This chapter explains how the GT series should be installed and how wiring should be
connected.
Chapter 3. Setup
This chapter describes the setup procedures necessary when using the GT series for
the first time.
Chapter 4. Connecting and Communicating with the PLC
This chapter explains how to connect the GT series to the PLC and the FP series by
Matsushita, and how to set up communications between the units.
Chapter 5. GT10 Configuration Settings
This chapter describes the configuration settings for the GT10, and how they should
be entered.
Chapter 6. GT30 Configuration Settings
This chapter describes the configuration settings for the GT30, and how they should
be entered.
Chapter 7. How the Various Functions Are Used
Functions such as switching GT series screens, backlighting, and buzzer control are
explained here.
Chapter 8. Servicing and Maintenance
This chapter describes servicing and maintenance procedures for the GT series, as
well as how optional items are handled.
Chapter 9. Troubleshooting
This explains what to do if there appears to be something wrong with the GT series,
or an error occurs.
Screen Creation Tool Terminal GTWIN
Before Using Terminal GTWIN
This section contains special precautions that should be read if you are using GTWIN.
Chapter 10. Preparing GTWIN
This section explains how to install GTWIN in the personal computer, how to boot it,
and how to exit it.

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Table of Contents
How This Manual Is Configured ii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Part I GT10, GT30 Main Unit
Before Using the GT10/GT30 x. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GT10/GT30 Usage Procedures xi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Confirming the Package Contents xiii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GT Series System Configuration xvii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Products for the GT Series xix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Precautions xx. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 1 Specifications
1.1 GT10/GT30 Specifications 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1.1 General Specifications 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1.2 Display 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1.3 Functions 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1.4 Touch Key 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1.5 Memory (1) 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1.6 Memory (2) 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1.7 Interface 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2 GT10 Names and Functions of Parts 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2.1 GT10 (front) 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2.2 GT10 (rear) 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2.3 Names and Functions of Parts 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3 GT30 Names and Functions of Parts 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3.1 GT30 (front) 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3.2 GT30 (rear) 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3.3 Names and Functions of Parts 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.4 Internal Wiring Connections for Ports 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.4.1 COM. Port 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.4.2 TOOL Port 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.4.3 Power Supply Terminals 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.5 Dimensions 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.5.1 GT10 Dimensions 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.5.2 GT10 Panel Cutout Dimensions 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.5.3 GT30 Dimensions 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.5.4 GT30 Panel Cutout Dimensions 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Chapter 2 Installation and Wiring
2.1 Installation 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.1.1 Installation Environment 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.1.2 GT10 Installation Method 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.1.3 GT30 Installation Method 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2 Wiring the Power Supply 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3 Wiring the COM. Port 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3.1 Wiring Method 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3.2 Precautions Concerning Wiring 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 3 Setup
3.1 Setup Procedure for the GT10 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2 Setting the Basic Communication Area, GT10 and PLC 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.1 What is the Basic Communication Area? 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.2 GT10 Basic Communication Area Map 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3 Setup Procedure for the GT30 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4 Setting the Basic Communication Area, GT30 and PLC 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4.1 What is the Basic Communication Area? 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4.2 GT30 Basic Communication Area Map 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 4 Connecting and Communicating with the PLC
4.1 Connecting the FP–Sigma 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1.1 Connecting to the COM. Port 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1.2 Connecting to the TOOL Port 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2 Connecting the FP0 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2.1 Connecting to the COM. Port 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2.2 Connecting to the TOOL Port 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3 Connecting the FP1 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.1 Connecting to the COM. Port 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4 Connecting the FP2/FP2SH 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4.1 Connecting to the COM. Port 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4.2 Connecting to the TOOL Port 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.5 Connecting the FP2/FP2SH CCU 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.6 Connecting the FP10SH 52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.6.1 Connecting to the COM. Port 52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.6.2 Connecting to the TOOL Port 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.7 Connecting the FP10SH/FP3 CCU 55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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4.8 Connecting the FP–M 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.8.1 Connecting to the COM. Port 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.8.2 Connecting to the TOOL Port 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.9 Automatic Communication Settings Function 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.10 Through Function 60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.11 Connecting with a PLC by Mitsubishi Electric Corp. 62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.11.1 FX Series 62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.12 Connecting with a PLC by Omron Corp. 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.12.1 SYSMAC C Series, a Series, CV Series, and CS1 Series 64. . . . . .
Chapter 5 GT10 Configuration Settings
5.1 GT10 Configuration Settings 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.1.1 Two Types of GT10 Configuration Settings 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2.1 Opening the GT Configuration Settings 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2.2 GT Configuration Settings: “Basic Setup” 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2.3 GT Configuration Settings: “Communication Parameters” 75. . . . . . .
5.2.4 GT Configuration Settings: “Auto–Paging” 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2.5 GT Configuration Settings: “Startup Screen Settings” 79. . . . . . . . . .
5.2.6 GT Configuration Settings: “Setup” 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2.7 GT Configuration Settings: “Hold PLC Device” 82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2.8 GT Configuration Settings: “GT Internal Device Hold” 83. . . . . . . . . .
5.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT10 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.1 What is the System Menu? 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.2 Bringing Up the System Menu 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.3 Setting Mode: “Communication Parameters”
(COM. Port / TOOL Port) 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.4 Setting Mode: “Liquid Crystal Display Contrast Adjustment”
(Contrast) 87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.5 Setting Mode: “Clock Settings” (Clock) 88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.6 Setting Mode: “Memory Initialization” (Clear Memory) 89. . . . . . . . . .
5.3.7 Test Mode: “Self–Diagnosis” 89. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.8 Inhibiting the System Menu Display 91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 6 GT30 Configuration Settings
6.1 GT30 Configuration Settings 94. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1.1 Two Types of GT30 Configuration Settings 94. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2 Entering Configuration Settings with GTWIN 95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2.1 Opening the GT Configuration Settings 95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2.2 GT Configuration Settings: “Basic Setup” 95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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6.2.3 GT Configuration Settings: “Communication Parameters” 97. . . . . . .
6.2.4 GT Configuration Settings: “Auto–Paging” 99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2.5 GT Configuration Settings: “Startup Screen Settings” 101. . . . . . . . . .
6.2.6 GT Configuration Settings: “Setup” 102. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2.7 GT Configuration Settings: “Hold PLC Device” 104. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2.8 GT Configuration Setting: “GT Internal Device Hold” 105. . . . . . . . . . .
6.3 Entering Configuration Settings from the GT30 108. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.1 What is the System Menu? 108. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.2 Bringing Up the System Menu 108. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.3 Setting Mode: “Liquid Crystal Display Contrast Adjustment” 108. . . . .
6.3.4 Setting Mode: “Clock Settings” (Clock) 109. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.5 Setting Mode: “Communication Parameters”
(TOOL Port / COM. Port) 111. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.6 Setting Mode: “Memory Initialization” (Clear Memory) 112. . . . . . . . . .
6.3.7 Test Mode: “Self–Diagnosis” 113. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.8 Inhibiting the System Menu Display 114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 7 How the Various Functions Are Used
7.1 Switching Screens 116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1.1 Switching the Screen from the PLC 116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1.2 Switching the Screen with the GT Main Unit 117. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2 GT10 Bit Device Functions 122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3 GT30 Bit Device Functions 124. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 8 Servicing and Maintenance
8.1 The Internal Secondary Battery (GT10) 128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.2 Battery (GT30) 130. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.3 Replacing the Front Panel Protective Sheet 131. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.4 Replacing the Waterproof Packing 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.5 Replacing the Backlight (GT30 Only) 133. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
9.1 What to Do If Something Unusual Occurs (GT10) 136. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.2 What to Do If Something Unusual Occurs (GT30) 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.3 Error Codes and How to Handle Them 142. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.3.1 GT Series Error Codes 142. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.3.2 PLC Error Codes 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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9.4 GT10 Screen Messages 145. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.5 GT30 Screen Messages 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Part II Screen Creation Tool Terminal GTWIN
Usage Environment and GT Main Unit Models that are Supported 149. . . . . . . . . . . .
Important Note About Saving Screen Data Files 150. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 10 Preparing GTWIN
10.1 Installing GTWIN 152. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10.2 Booting GTWIN 158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10.2.1 Selecting the Working Menu 158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10.2.2 Selecting the Model 158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10.2.3 Entering Settings for the Basic Communication Area to PLC 159. . . .
10.3 Exiting GTWIN 160. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10.4 Procedures for Using GTWIN 161. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix A Code Tables
A.1 BIN/HEX/BCD Code Correspondence Table 166. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A.2 ASCII Code Table 167. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index
Record of Changes

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Part I
GT10, GT30 Main Unit