Omron Sysmac F430-F Series Instruction Manual

Smart Camera
Machine Automation Controller
NJ Series
Serial (RS-232C) Communications
Connection Guide
F430-F Series
Z442-E-01

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Contents
1. Related Manuals ........................................................................................ 1
2. Terms and Definitions ............................................................................... 2
3. Restrictions and Precautions................................................................... 3
4. Overview .................................................................................................... 4
5. Applicable Devices and Device Configuration ....................................... 5
5.1. Applicable Devices............................................................................. 5
5.2. Device Configuration.......................................................................... 6
6. Serial Communication Settings ............................................................... 8
6.1. Configuring the Serial Communication Settings................................. 8
6.2. Cable Wiring Diagram ........................................................................ 9
6.3. Communication Verification Example................................................11
7. Steps for Connecting .............................................................................. 12
7.1. Operation Flow................................................................................. 12
7.2. Smart Camera Setup ....................................................................... 14
7.3. Controller Setup ............................................................................... 20
7.4. Confirm Serial Communications....................................................... 40
8. Initializing the System............................................................................. 46
8.1. Initializing the Controller................................................................... 46
8.2. Initializing the Smart camera............................................................ 48
9. Program.................................................................................................... 49
9.1. Overview .......................................................................................... 49
9.2. Send/Receive Sequence.................................................................. 54
9.3. Error Judgment Processing.............................................................. 55
9.4. Variables Used ................................................................................. 56
9.5. Functional Configuration of Program in ST Language ..................... 59
9.6. (Protocol Macro Data) ...................................................................... 64
9.7. Timing Chart..................................................................................... 71
9.8. Error Process ................................................................................... 73
10. Revision History .................................................................................. 75

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1. Related Manuals
To ensure system safety, make sure to always read and follow the information provided in all
Safety Precautions and Precautions for Safe Use in the manuals for each device which is
used in the system.
The following Omron Corporation (hereinafter referred to as "Omron") manuals are related to
this document:
Manual No. Model Manual Name
W500 NJ Series NJ Series CPU Unit User's Hardware Manual
W501
NJ/NX Series
NJ/NX Series CPU Unit Software User's Manual
W336 CJ Series CJ Series Serial Communications Unit
User manual
W504 SYSMAC-SE2□□□ Sysmac Studio Version 1 Operation Manual
W502 NJ/NX Series NJ/NX Series Instructions Reference Manual
Z433
F430-F Series
Smart Camera F430-F Series User Manual
Z444
F430-F Series
Smart Camera F430-F Series User Manual for
Communications Settings

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2. Terms and Definitions
Term Description / Definition
Protocol Macro This function enables data Send / Receive with general-purpose external
devices by storing the data Send / Receive procedure (Protocol) used with
the general-purpose external devices in the Serial Communication Board
or Unit and executing the PMCR instruction in the CPU unit.
Protocol The unit that comprises an independent communication processing for a
specific general-
purpose external device as a data Send / Receive
procedure is called a "Protocol". A "Protocol" consists of multiple
"Sequences".
Sequence
A unit of independent communication processing that can be activated
from the PMCR instruction on the ladder program. The activated sequence
sequentially executes the steps included in it.
Step A unit of data to execute any Message or other Send / Receive process,
Receive Buffer Clear, and Step Waiting process. A maximum of 15 Steps
can be set for 1 Sequence.
Send Message A communication frame (Command) sent to a general-
purpose external
device. It is called from a Step in the sequence and sent to a
general-purpose external device.
Receive Message A communication Frame (Response) sent from a general-purpose external
device. It is called from a Step in the sequence and compared with the data
received from the general-purpose external device.
Receive Matrix The Receive Matrix is used when it is not possible to identify only one
communication frame (response) sent from a general-
purpose external
device. It is possible to register multiple communication frames in the
Receive Matrix.
Case A unit to register multiple communication frames (responses) in the receive
matrix. 1 communication frame is registered as 1 case. It is possible to
register a maximum of 15 case types in the Receive Matrix.

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3. Restrictions and Precautions
(1) Understand the specifications of devices which are used in the system. Allow some
margin for ratings and performance.
(2) Provide safety measures, such as installing a safety circuit, in order to ensure safety and
minimize the risk of abnormal occurrence.
(3) To ensure system safety, make sure to always read and follow the information provided in
all Safety Precautions and Precautions for Safe Use in the manuals for each device which
is used in the system. The user is encouraged to confirm the standards and regulations
that the system must conform to.
(4) It is prohibited to copy, to reproduce, and to distribute a part or the whole of this document
without the permission of OMRON Corporation.
(5) The information contained in this document is current as of January 2020.
It is subject to change for improvement without notice.
The following notations are used in this document.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury, or may result in serious
injury or death. Additionally, there may be severe property
damage.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury, or property damage.
Precautions for Safe Use
Precautions on what to do and what to avoid doing to ensure the safe use of the product.
Precautions for Correct Use
Precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure proper operation and performance.
Note
Additional information to read as required.
This information is provided to increase understanding and make operation easier.
Symbols
● This indicates operations that you must do.
The specific operation is shown in the circle and
explained in text.

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This example shows a general precaution for
something that you must do.
4. Overview
This document describes the procedures for connecting the Omron smart camera (F430-F
Series) to the NJ Series Machine Automation Controller (hereinafter referred to as Controller)
via serial communications and for verifying the serial connection.
Refer to Section 6. EtherNet/IP Settings and Section 7. EtherNet/IP Connection Procedure to
understand setting methods and key points for setting up Serial Communications.
Using the user program in the "CX-Programmer Project File" and the protocol data in the
"CX-Protocol Project File" prepared in advance, use the "Measurement trigger" command for
the smart camera to check the serial communication connection.
Obtain the Sysmac Studio project file in advance before proceeding. Contact Omron for
information on how to obtain this file.
Name Filename Version
Sysmac Studio Project File
(Extension: smc2)
OMRON_F430_NJ_PMCR232C_V100.smc2 Ver.1.00
CX-
Protocol Project File
(extension: psw)
OMRON_F430_NJ_PMCR232C_V100.psw Ver.1.00
The purpose of this document is to explain the wiring method, the
communication settings required for connection of the devices and the step by
step setting
procedure. The program included with the document was created
using the same procedures and can be used to confirm that all the settings have
been made correctly and that a connection can be established (Confirm
Connection). It is not a program created on
the premise of constant use in the
field, so its functionality and performance aspects have not been fully
considered. When building an actual system, it is necessary to refer to the wiring
method and communication setting contents and setting procedures d
escribed
in this document, and to design a new program according to the customer's
purpose for the program.

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5. Applicable Devices and Device Configuration
5.1. Applicable Devices
The devices for which connection is supported and guaranteed are as follows.
Manufacturer Name Model Version
OMRON
NJ Series CPU Unit
NJ501-1500
NJ501-1400
NJ501-1300
NJ301-□□□□
Same or
higher
version as
indicated in
section 5.2.
OMRON
Serial Communications
Unit
CJ1W-SCU□1-V1
CJ1W-SCU□2
OMRON
Smart camera
F430-F□□□□□□□-□□□
Note
In this document, from among the above target devices, connection confirmation is
performed using the devices listed in section 5.2. When using a device that is not described
in section 5.2. Among the above target
devices, check the connection referring to the
contents of this document.
Note
This document describes the procedure for establishing the communication connection of the
device, and does not describe the operation, installation and wiring method of the device.
For detailed information on the above products (other than communication connection
procedure), please refer to the instruction manual of the product or contact OMRON.
Precautions for Correct Use
In this document, the devices with models and versions listed in section 5.2.
You cannot use devices with versions lower than the versions listed in section 5.2.
To use the above devices with models not listed in 5.2. or versions higher than those listed in
5.2., check the differences in the specifications by referring to the manuals before operating
the devices.

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5.2. Device Configuration
The system components required for reproducing the connection procedures described in this
document are as follows.
Manufacturer
Name
Model
Version
OMRON
NJ Series CPU Unit
(Built-in EtherNet/IP Port)
NJ501-1300
Ver.1.15
OMRON
Power Supply Unit
NJ-PA3001
OMRON
Serial Communications Unit
CJ1W-SCU22
Ver.2.1
OMRON
Sysmac Studio
SYSMAC-SE2□□□
Ver.1.29
OMRON
Sysmac Studio Project File
OMRON_NJ_F430_PMC
R232C_V100.smc2
Ver.1.00
OMRON
CX-Protocol Project File
OMRON_NJ_F430_PMC
R_V100.psw
Ver.1.00
-
Computer (OS: Windows 10)
-
-
USB cable
(USB 2.0-compliant B-type
connector)
-
OMRON
Smart camera
F430-F00M12M-SWA
Ver.5.2.0
OMRON
RS-232C-I/O 2 Pronge cable
V430-W2-3M
OMRON
I/O cable
V430-W8-3M
OMRON
Ethernet Cable (*1)
V430-WE-3M
RS-232C Cable (*2)
DC24V Power Supply
*1: The Ethernet cable is used for the connection to the PC running the AutoVision software.
*2: Please refer to section 6.2 RS-232C Cable wiring diagram.
Precautions for Correct Use
Please prepare the latest file of "Sysmac Studio project file" from Omron Corp. beforehand.
(Contact Omron for information on how to obtain these files.)
Precautions for Correct Use
Use the Auto Update tool to update Sysmac Studio and CX-Protocol software to the version
indicated in this document (or higher). If you use a version other than the version specified in
this section, there may be differences in the procedures in Chapter 7 and after. In this case,
please refer to "Sysmac Studio Version 1 Operation Manual (W504)” or "CX-Protocol
USB cable
NJ501-1300
CJ1W-SCU22
PC/
(Windows 10, with
Sysmac Studio
installed
OS: Windows 10)
F430-F00M12M-SWA
I/O Cable
V430-W8-3M
RS-232C Cable (*1)
Ethernet cable
V430-WE-3M
RS-232C-I/O 2
Pronge cable
V430-W2-3M
DC24V

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Operation Manual" (W344) for additional procedures to follow.
Note
If the device configuration or versions are different, it may not be reproducible. After
confirming the configuration, models and versions, if it is different from your configuration,
please contact Omron.
Note
In this document, a USB connection is described. For information on how to install the USB
driver, refer to A-1 Driver Installation for Direct USB Cable Connection in Appendices of the
Sysmac Studio Version 1 Operation Manual (Cat. No. W504).
Note
Refer to the "Smart Camera F430-
F Series User Manual" (Z433) for the power supply
specifications that can be used for DC24V power supply (for Smart camera).

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6. Serial Communication Settings
An explanation of the communication parameter specifications and cable wiring.
Note
If you wish to use communication settings other than those described in this chapter, you
must also change the program used. For more information on the program, please refer to "9.
Program".
6.1. Configuring the Serial Communication Settings
The Following are the Serial Communication Settings.
Parameter (Setting) SCU Unit * Smart camera
Unit Number 0 -
Connection Port Port 2 (RS-232C) -
Serial Communication Mode Protocol Macro -
Data Bits 8 bit 8 bit (default)
Stop Bits 1 bit 1 bit (default)
Parity No None (Default)
Baud Rate 115,200bps 115,200Bps (default)
Protocol macro transmission
method
Full Duplex -
Header - None (default)
Footer - <CR+LF>
* SCU Unit: Serial Communications Unit
Precautions for Correct Use
It is assumed that the serial communication unit used is "CJ1W-SCU22", the unit number is
"0", the communication (connection) port is "port 2" and these have been set ahead of
time.When connecting under conditions other than this, refer to Section 9 “Progr
am" and
change the control data of the assigned Relay Area and PMCR Instruction to create a
program.

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6.2. Cable Wiring Diagram
For details on cable wiring, refer to "Chapter 3 Installation and Connection" of "CJ Series
Serial Communication Board / Unit User's Manual" (W336).
Check the connector shape and signal line (pin assignment) before creating a cable.
■ Connector Type and Signal Wires (Pin Assignments)
<CJ1W-SCU22> Applicable connector: D-SUB 9 Pin (CJ1W-SCU22 side connector shape:
female)
<V430-W2-3M> Applicable connector: D-SUB 9 Pin (V430-W2-3M side connector shape:
female)

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■ RS-232C Cable / Pin Layout
Create the RS-232C cable referring to the following wiring.
Serial communication unit
(CJ1W-SCU22) side
RS-232C-I/O 2 Pronge Cable
(V430-W2-3M) end
RS-232C
Interface
Signal
Name
Pin No. Pin No.
Signal
Name
RS-232C
Interface
FG
1
1
NC
SD
2
2
Host_RxD
RD
3
3
Host_TxD
RS
4
4
NC
CS
5
5
0V
5V
6
6
NC
DR
7
7
NC
ER
8
8
NC
SG
9
9
NC
FG
Shell
Shell
FG
D-SUB 9 Pin
Cable Connector Type: Male
D-SUB 9 Pin
Cable Connector Type: Male
NJ501-1500
CJ1W-SCU22
RS-232C cable
RS-232C-I/O 2
Pronge cable
V430-W2-W3
I/O Cable
V430-W8-3M
F430-F00M12M
DC24V

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6.3. Communication Verification Example
The example used in this document, is the case where a program is sent and received from
the controller to the smart camera using a program in structured text (ST) language and
Protocol Macro data.
The controller and smart camera send and receive the message "Inspection trigger
(Sequence No.900)". An Overview of the Sequence Operation
● Sequence Operation Overview
①Execute a protocol macro instruction (ExecPMCR instruction) specifying sequence No.
900 of protocol macro data in the ST language program.
②"Serial trigger" command of Sequence No. 900 is selected from Protocol Macro data
and sent to the smart camera
③Execute command with smart camera according to the data sent from the controller.
④The result of the command executed by the smart camera is received by the controller
and stored in the specified variable
Controller
RS-232C Smart camera
CPU Unit
Serial Communications Unit
Project file
Send Data
Receive Data
Program in ST
language
IF …. THEN
……….
ELSE
……….
END_IF;
Protocol Macro
Data
Sequence No.1
Sequence No.2
Sequence No.900
Output_RecvData
Received Data
Storage Area
①Execute Protocol Macro
Command
(Specify sequence No. 900)
②
Serial Trigger
(Sequence No. 900)
③Execute
Cd
④
Receive
command
execution result
and store in

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7. Steps for Connecting
This section describes the procedures for connecting the Smart camera and Controller by
serial communications.
The explanations of procedures for setting up the PLC and smart camera given in this
document are based on the use of the factory default settings. If initialization is required, refer
to Section 8. Initialization Method.
7.1. Operation Flow
Use the following procedures to set up a Serial connection on the controller (PLC).
7.2. Smart Camera Setup
Set up the Smart camera.
▼
7.2.1. Install the (AutoVision) software
Install the (AutoVision) software application used for
setting up the Smart camera.
▼
7.2.2. Set Parameters
Set the parameters for the Smart camera.
▽
7.3. Controller Setup
Set up the Controller.
▼
7.3.1. Hardware Settings
Set the switches on the Serial Communications Unit.
▼
7.3.2 Starting Sysmac Studio and
loading the project file
Launch Sysmac Studio and load the Project File in
to Sysmac Studio.
▼
7.3.3 Verify parameters and execute
builds
Check the configuration parameters and execute
program check and build of the project data.
▼
7.3.4 Connect online and transfer
project data
Connect online in Sysmac Studio and transfer the
project data to Controller.
▼
7.3.5. Transfer unit settings
Set the parameters to send to the Serial
Communications Unit.
▼
7.3.6. Start CX-Protocol and load the
Protocol Macro Data
Start CX-Protocol and load the Protocol Macro Data.
▼
7.3.7. Set Online Connection and
Transfer the Protocol Macro
Data
Set the Online connection for CX-Protocol and
Transfer the Protocol Macro Data for serial
communication
▽
7.4. Verify Serial Communications
Run the program and verify that serial
communication is working properly.
▼
7.4.1. Start Trace
Start Trace with CX-Protocol.
▼
7.4.2. Run the Program
Run the program in Sysmac Studio.
▼
7.4.3. Verify the Trace data.
Confirm that the correct data is transmitted and
received with the Trace Data of CX-Protocol.

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▼
7.4.4. Verify the Receive Data
In Sysmac Studio, check that the correct data is
written to the controller variable.

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7.2. Smart Camera Setup
Set up the Smart camera.
Precautions for Correct Use
Use a PC (personal computer) to set the parameters for the smart camera.
Note that there may be some changes required for the PC settings depending on the current
state of PC.
7.2.1. Install the (AutoVision) software
Install the (AutoVision) software application used for setting up the Smart camera. For
more details on installing the Autovision software, please refer to the “AutoVision Quick
Start Guide” (Z434).
7.2.2. Set Parameters
Set the parameters for the Smart camera.
Set the IP address of your computer to "192.168.188.100" and its subnet mask to
"255.255.0.0".
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Connect the RS-232C-I/O 2
Pronge cable (V430-W2-3M) to
the I/O Connecter.
Then connect the V430-W2-3M
I/O connector side to I/O cable
V430-W8-3M.
Connect the 24V and 0V wires
of V430-W8-3M to the 24 VDC
power supply.
* In this document, only the
power supply line of the I/O
cable is connected and
connection confirmed. Be
careful not to short-circuit
any other wires.
* Ground the shielded wire as
needed. For more information
on Grounding, please refer to
the "Smart Camera F430-F
Series User Manual” (Z433) -
"2-7 Grounding and Power"
DC24V
Power
I/O
Connector
I/O cable
V430-W8-3M
D-Sub
9 Pin
RS-232C-I/O 2 Pronge cable
V430-W2-3M

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2
Connect the Ethernet connector
on the smart camera to the PC
using the Ethernet cable
V430-WE-2M.
Turn ON the DC24V power
supply.
3
Set the IP Address of the PC.
Set the IP Address to
"192.168.188.100"
set the subnet mask to
"255.255.0.0".
Refer to Step 4 for the
procedure to open the dialog on
the right on a Windows 7
system.
4
(1) From the Windows Start menu, select Control Panel - Network and
Internet - Network and Sharing Center.
(2) Click on Local Area Connection. The Local Area Connection Status Dialog Box is
displayed. Click Properties.
(3) In the [Local Area Connection Properties] dialog box, select [Internet Protocol Version 4
(TCP / IPv4)], and click the [Properties] button.
(4) Click the "OK" button
5
Launch the AutoVision software.
Ethernet cable
V430-WE-3M
Ethernet
Connector

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6
After starting Autovision, if the
smart camera is displayed in the
device selection list, proceed to
Step 8.
If the AutoVision startup screen
does not appear, go to step 7.
7
If the AutoVision startup screen does not appear, it means that communication between the
smart camera and the PC has not been established so please check the following.
・Does the F430 and the PC have a proper physical (cable) connection?
・Are the respective IP Addresses on the PC and on the F430 Smart Camera set correctly?
→ Refer to 4. for setting the IP Address of the PC.
・Do a hardware reset of the F430.
→ When turning the power on, press and hold the setup button on the Smart Camera
body until its light turns on.
8
After selecting the smart
camera, the settings screen will
display.
Check the settings indicated by
the red boxes.
Some are the default settings
and do not need to be changed.
Serial port: RS232C-1
Baud Rate: 115200
Data bit: 8
Parity: None
Stop Bit: 1
Flow control: None

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9
Create a new job and set the
"Locate Shape", "OCR" and
"Decode" tools.
* In this chapter, you will create
a job to output the detection
points from the Locate Shape
tool, the text string read by the
OCR tool and
character text
decoded from a 2D Code using
Serial (RS232C)
communications.
10
Select the camera tool and set
the trigger to "Serial
Trigger,"RS232C 1:
RS232C-1,T".
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Click on Inspection Outputs and
in its menu select “TCP/IP and
Serial Out”.
12
In the popup dialog, set
"Character output port" to
"RS232C-1"