Omron 3G8F5-DRM21 User manual

Cat.No. W328–E1–2
CompoBus/D Configurator
3G8F5-DRM21 ISA Board
3G8E2-DRM21 PCMCIA Board
OPERATION MANUAL

3G8F5-DRM21 ISA Board
3G8E2-DRM21 PCMCIA Board
CompoBus/D Configurator
Operation Manual
Revised August 1999

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Notice:
OMRON products are manufactured for use according to proper procedures by a qualified operator
and only for the purposes described in this manual.
The following conventions are used to indicate and classify precautions in this manual. Always heed
the information provided with them. Failure to heed precautions can result in injury to people or dam-
age to the product.
DANGER Indicates information that, if not heeded, is likely to result in loss of life or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates information that, if not heeded, could possibly result in loss of life or serious injury.
Caution Indicates information that, if not heeded, could result in relatively serious or minor injury, dam-
age to the product, or faulty operation.
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to an OMRON product, regardless of whether or not it appears in the proper name of the product.
The abbreviation “Ch,”which appears in some displays and on some OMRON products, often means
“word”and is abbreviated “Wd”in documentation in this sense.
The abbreviation “PC”means Programmable Controller and is not used as an abbreviation for any-
thing else.
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The following headings appear in the left column of the manual to help you locate different types of
information.
Note Indicates information of particular interest for efficient and convenient operation
of the product.
1, 2, 3... 1. Indicates lists of one sort or another, such as procedures, checklists, etc.
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COMBICON is a registered trademark of Phoenix Contact K.K.
DeviceNet is a registered trademark of the Open DeviceNet Vendor Association, Inc.
Windows, Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of the Microsoft
Corporation.
Other product names and company names in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
The copyright of the CompoBus/D Configurator software belongs to OMRON. The copyright of the
Driver and Firmware belongs to Woodhead Industries Inc.
OMRON, 1997
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constantly striving to improve its high-quality products, the information contained in this manual is subject to change
without notice. Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. Nevertheless, OMRON assumes no
responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the informa-
tion contained in this publication.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PRECAUTIONS xi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Intended Audience xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 General Precautions xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Safety Precautions xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Operating Environment Precautions xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Application Precautions xiii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 1
Overview of the CompoBus/D Configurator 1. . . . . . . . . .
1-1 Introduction 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-2 Operating Environment 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-3 Configurator Menu Structure 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 2
Installation 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-1 Installation Procedure 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-2 ISA Board Installation 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-3 PCMCIA Card Installation 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-4 CompoBus/D Configurator Installation 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-5 CompoBus/D Network Connection 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-6 Controlling the CompoBus/D Configurator 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 3
Operation 47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-1 Operations Flowchart 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-2 Main Window (Device List Window) 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-3 Configurator Display Settings 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-4 Switching between Online and Offline 52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-5 Reading the Network’s Configuration 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-6 Creating and Editing Master Parameters 55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-7 Writing Master Parameters 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-8 Editing MULTIPLE I/O TERMINAL Unit Parameters and Monitoring Status 76. . . . . . . .
3-9 Saving and Reading Network Configuration Files 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-10 Starting and Stopping Remote I/O Communications 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-11 Monitoring 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-12 Mounting Multiple Masters to one PC 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-13 Connecting Multiple Masters in one Network 87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-14 Connecting Another Company’s Slaves 88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-15 Printing Device Parameters 92. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendices
A Menu Commands 95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B Error Messages 99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C Error History Information 103. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D Device Replacement Operations 105. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index 107. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Revision History 111. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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About this Manual:
This manual describes the installation and operation of the CompoBus/D Configurator and includes the
sections described below.
Please read this manual carefully and be sure you understand the information provided before attempting
to install and operate the CompoBus/D Configurator. Be sure to read the precautions provided in the
following section.
Section 1 describes the features and capabilities of the CompoBus/D Configurator.
Section 2 explains how to install the ISA Board or PCMCIA Card hardware in the personal computer,
make the necessary hardware settings and personal computer settings, and install the CompoBus/D
Configurator software in the personal computer.
Section 3 explains how to make the necessary settings with the CompoBus/D Configurator to enable
CompoBus/D remote I/O communications.
The Appendices provide a list of menu command list, a list of error messages, information on the error
history, and the procedure for device replacement.
WARNING Failure to read and understand the information provided in this manual may result in
personal injury or death, damage to the product, or product failure. Please read each
section in its entirety and be sure you understand the information provided in the section
and related sections before attempting any of the procedures or operations given.
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PRECAUTIONS
This section provides general precautions for using the CompoBus/D (DeviceNet) Configurator and related devices.
The information contained in this section is important for the safe and reliable application of the CompoBus/D (Devi-
ceNet) Configurator and personal computer. You must read this section and understand the information contained
before attempting to set up or operate a CompoBus/D (DeviceNet) Configurator and personal computer.
1 Intended Audience xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 General Precautions xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Safety Precautions xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Operating Environment Precautions xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Application Precautions xiii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1 Intended Audience
This manual is intended for the following personnel, who must also have knowl-
edge of electrical systems (an electrical engineer or the equivalent).
•Personnel in charge of installing FA systems.
•Personnel in charge of designing FA systems.
•Personnel in charge of managing FA systems and facilities.
2 General Precautions
The user must operate the product according to the performance specifications
described in the operation manuals.
Before using the product under conditions which are not described in the manual
or applying the product to nuclear control systems, railroad systems, aviation
systems, vehicles, combustion systems, medical equipment, amusement
machines, safety equipment, and other systems, machines, and equipment that
may have a serious influence on lives and property if used improperly, consult
your OMRON representative.
Make sure that the ratings and performance characteristics of the product are
sufficient for the systems, machines, and equipment, and be sure to provide the
systems, machines, and equipment with double safety mechanisms.
This manual provides information for installing and operating OMRON Compo-
Bus/D (DeviceNet) Configurator. Be sure to read this manual before operation
and keep this manual close at hand for reference during operation.
WARNING It is extremely important that a PC and all PC Units be used for the specified
purpose and under the specified conditions, especially in applications that can
directly or indirectly affect human life. You must consult with your OMRON
representative before applying a PC System to the abovementioned
applications.
3 Safety Precautions
WARNING Never attempt to disassemble the Board or touch the inside while power is being
supplied. Doing so may result in serious electrical shock or electrocution.
4 Operating Environment Precautions
Do not install the Unit in any of the following locations.
•Locations subject to direct sunlight.
•Locations subject to temperatures or humidities outside the range specified in
the specifications.
•Locations subject to condensation as the result of severe changes in tempera-
ture.
•Locations subject to corrosive or flammable gases.
•Locations subject to dust (especially iron dust) or salt.
•Locations subject to exposure to water, oil, or chemicals.
•Locations subject to shock or vibration.
Caution The operating environment of the PC System can have a large effect on the lon-
gevity and reliability of the system. Improper operating environments can lead to
malfunction, failure, and other unforeseeable problems with the PC System. Be
sure that the operating environment is within the specified conditions at installa-
tion and remains within the specified conditions during the life of the system.
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5 Application Precautions
Observe the following precautions when using the CompoBus/D (DeviceNet)
Configurator.
WARNING Failure to abide by the following precautions could lead to serious or possibly
fatal injury. Always heed these precautions.
•Always connect to a class-3 ground (100 Ωor less) when installing the Units.
•Always turn off the power supply to the personal computer before attempting
any of the following.
•Assembling the Units.
•Setting DIP switches or rotary switches.
•Connecting or wiring the cables.
Caution Failure to abide by the following precautions could lead to faulty operation or the
PC or the system or could damage the PC or PC Units. Always heed these pre-
cautions.
•Fail-safe measures must be taken by the customer to ensure safety in the
event of incorrect, missing, or abnormal signals caused by broken signal lines,
momentary power interruptions, or other causes.
•Interlock circuits, limit circuits, and similar safety measures must be provided
by the customer as external circuits, i.e., not in the Programmable Controller.
•Always use the power supply voltage specified in this manual.
•Take appropriate measures to ensure that the specified power with the rated
voltage and frequency is supplied. Be particularly careful in places where the
power supply is unstable.
•Install external breakers and take other safety measures against short-circuit-
ing in external wiring.
•Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify any Units.
•Be sure that all cable connector screws are tightened to the torque specified in
this manual.
•Use crimp terminals for wiring. Do not connect bare stranded wires directly to
terminals.
•Double-check all the wiring before turning on the power supply.
•Wire correctly.
•Be sure that the communications cables and other items with locking devices
are properly locked into place.
•Check the user program for proper execution before actually running it in the
Unit.
•Observe the following precautions when wiring the communications cable.
•Separate the communications cables from the power lines or high-tension
lines.
•Do not bend the communications cables.
•Do not pull on the communications cables.
•Do not place heavy objects on top of the communications cables.
•Be sure to wire communications cable inside ducts.
•Use appropriate communications cables.
•Do not use inappropriate cables or crimp terminals.
•Provide proper shielding when installing in the following locations:
•Locations subject to static electricity or other sources of noise.
•Locations subject to strong electromagnetic fields.
•Locations subject to possible exposure to radiation.
•Locations near to power supply lines.
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SECTION 1
Overview of the CompoBus/D Configurator
This section describes the features and capabilities of the CompoBus/D Configurator.
1-1 Introduction 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1-1 Functions of the CompoBus/D Configurator 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1-2 Features of the CompoBus/D Configurator 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1-3 Configuration Patterns for CompoBus/D Networks 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-2 Operating Environment 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-3 Configurator Menu Structure 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1-1 Introduction
The CompoBus/D Configurator (DeviceNet Configurator) is a software package
that allows the user to setup and maintain an OMRON multi-vendor Compo-
Bus/D network through user-friendly graphical displays.
The software is connected to the CompoBus/D network by installing an ISA
board or PCMCIA card in a dedicated personal computer with a Windows 95/98
or Windows NT operating system.
CompoBus/D Master Unit
CV Series: CVM1-DRM21-V1
C200HjSeries: C200HW-DRM21-V1
j:T-branch Tap or Multi-drop
Connector
(See explanation below.)
CompoBus/D
Configurator
(Personal
computer)
Remote
Input
Terminal
Remote
Input
Adapter*
Remote
Output
Terminal
Remote
Output
Adapter*
CompoBus/D
Master Unit Inputs such
as switches Inputs such as switches Outputs such as solenoids Outputs such as solenoids
Temperature
Input
Terminal
Analog
Input
Terminal
Analog
Output
Terminal
Sensor
Terminal
I/O Link Unit
1 V to 5 V or
4 mA to 20 mA 1 V to 5 V or 4 mA to 20 mA Switches with Connectors
CQM1
Note Use the Remote Adapters in combination with Remote Terminals.
Settings must be made with the CompoBus/D Configurator in the following
cases.
1, 2, 3... 1. Two or more OMRON Master Units are mounted in a single PC
2. There are two or more OMRON Master Units in a network and one of the
following is true:
a) The Master Units have separate remote I/O communications.
(I/O communications with Slaves)
b) The Master Units communicate with each other through message com-
munications.
3. Remote I/O communications are carried out with I/O Words allocated by the
user.
4. Another company’s Slave is used which requires special parameter set-
tings.
5. An EDS file (a device definition file) is being used for another company’s
Slave.
Note 1. Do not use the CompoBus/D Configurator in a location with too much elec-
tromagnetic noise. In particular, it is possible for the personal computer to
run out-of-control when a PCMCIA Card is used and affected by noise,
although there won’t be any negative effects on the CompoBus/D network
even if noise causes the personal computer to run out-of-control.

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2. Attaching ferrite cores between the PCMCIA Card and the PCMCIA Card
Unit can reduce noise from the network. Attach one ferrite core near the Unit
and another near the card, as shown in the following diagram.
Ferrite core
Ferrite cores
Note We recommend one of the following ferrite cores.
Company: Fair-Rite Products Corp.
Models: 0443-164251
045A-164257
Address: One Commercial Row, Wallkill, NY 12589-0288 USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
1-1-1 Functions of the CompoBus/D Configurator
The CompoBus/D Configurator has 2 modes: online and offline.
•In online mode the Configurator is connected to the CompoBus/D network and
communicating in the network.
•In offline mode the Configurator can be used even if it isn’t connected to the
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The CompoBus/D Configurator has the following functions which allow the user
to make settings and control operation in the CompoBus/D network. The func-
tions marked with an asterisk can be used offline.
Start/stop Remote I/O communications
Display communication cycle time
*Master parameter setup (See note 1.)
DeviceNet
Configurator
*Slave parameter setup (See note 1.)
Node address/Communication rate setup
Display device list
Monitor Master status
Monitor Slave status
*Read/write network configuration file
*Read/write Master parameters
*Read/write Slave parameters
*Check for Master parameter duplication
*Install EDS file
*Create EDS file
*Print device parameter
Setup functions
Monitoring
functions
Other functions
Setup functions
Operating
functions
File
management
functions
Display Master error history
Note 1. In offline mode, these functions affect data in the personal computer’s files.
2. A personal computer becomes a node in the CompoBus/D network when
the CompoBus/D Configurator is installed and an ISA Board or PCMCIA
Card is mounted. Be sure that the personal computer’s node address isn’t
duplicated by any other node in the network.
Setup Functions Item Setup parameters
Master Information
(See pages 58, 67.) Sets the model of the Master and PC to which the master is mounted.
Slave Registration
(See pages 59, 70.) Registers Slaves that will transfer I/O data with the Master through remote I/O communications.
Slaves made by other companies can be
registered.
I/O Allocation
(See pages 61, 70.) Allocates memory area in the Master that the registered Slaves will use for remote I/O.
The words can be allocated freely; the order of
the I/O words is not dependent on the node
address settings.
I/O Communications at Start-Up
(See page 65.) Sets whether remote I/O communications start automatically when the Master Unit starts up.
Communication Cycle Time
(See page 66.) Sets the communication cycle time. (The interval for I/O communications with Slaves.)
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Either of the following methods can be used to create the Master parameters
(the Master Unit’s device parameters).
Create Master Parameters:
The user allocates remote I/O at any location for each Slave.
Master Parameter Wizard:
The user follows an interactive setting program to allocate remote I/O to
Slaves in node address order.
The CompoBus/D Configurator’s “Master Parameter Wizard”allows the user to
create Master parameters simply by following the wizard’s setting directions.
When there are two or more Masters in one network, set the Master parameters
for each Master.
Note The CompoBus/D Configurator cannot be used to make Master settings for
Masters made by other companies and other companies’configurators cannot
be used to make settings for OMRON Masters.
Currently there aren’t parameters to be set for OMRON Slaves, but some Slaves
made by other companies require specific device settings. These Slave param-
eters can be set by acquiring an EDS file for Slave settings from the manufac-
turer or reading parameters from a Slave in the network. It is also possible to edit
Slave parameters and transfer the data to and from files.
Note When the CompoBus/D Configurator is installed, EDS files are simultaneously
installed for devices made by other companies that are registered with the
ODVA.
It is necessary to set the node address (MAC ID) and communication rate
through the network for some Slaves made by other companies. These Slaves
can be connected to the CompoBus/D network with the CompoBus/D Configu-
rator.
Monitoring Functions This function reads the network configuration file information as well as informa-
tion on the devices (Masters and Slaves) properly connected to the Compo-
Bus/D network and lists this information in icon format. Each kind of device has a
different icon, so the network configuration is plain to see.
The CompoBus/D Configurator’s main display is used to display the device list.
Slave Parameters
(See page 89 or 91.)
Node Address/
Communication Rate
(See page 88.)
Display Device List
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The device list can be displayed in any of the following three formats.
Format Description
Node address order Devices are listed in ascending node-address order. The
device type (Master/Slave) isn’t a factor in the list.
Remote I/O
communication The devices are listed in a Master-based tree format. The Slaves participating in remote I/O communications with
the Master are listed in ascending node-address order.
Any Slaves that aren’t participating in remote I/O
communications with a Master are listed after the tree.
Message
communication
configuration
The devices are listed in a node-based tree format. Any
other nodes participating in FINS message
communications with the node are listed in the tree. The
nodes are listed in ascending node-address order.
Nodes involved in two-way FINS message communication
will each be listed in the other node’s tree configuration.
Any nodes that aren’t participating in message
communications are listed after the tree.
The information on devices read through the network can be saved and
retrieved as a “network configuration file.”
This function displays the status of the specified OMRON Master Unit. The sta-
tus of Slaves involved in remote I/O communications with the Master will also be
displayed.
This function displays the status of the specified MULTIPLE I/O TERMINAL
(DRT1-COM Communications Unit). The configuration of I/O Units connected to
the Communications Unit will also be displayed.
This function reads and displays the error history stored in the specified OMRON
Master Unit. The error history information in the specified Master can be cleared.
This function displays the communication cycle time of the specified OMRON
Master Unit. The current communication cycle time will be displayed along with
the maximum and minimum communication cycle times recorded since the
Master Unit was started or reset. The maximum and minimum times can be reset
to restart these measurements.
Operating Functions This function can be used to start or stop remote I/O communications (I/O com-
munications with Slaves) for the specified OMRON Master Unit.
When there are two or more Masters in the network, each Master’s remote I/O
communications can be controlled separately.
Master Status Monitor
(See page 81.)
Slave Status Monitor
(See page 77.)
Master Error History
(See page 83.)
Communication Cycle
Time
(See page 82.)
Starting and Stopping
I/O Communications
(See page 80.)