Omron CX-PROGRAMMER V9 User manual

Cat. No. W446-E1-12
CX-Programmer Ver. 9.
CXONE-AL_C-V4/AL_D-V4
SYSMAC
OPERATION MANUAL

SYSMAC
CX-Programmer Ver. 9.@
CXONE-AL@@C-V4/AL@@D-V4
Operation Manual
Revised July 2010

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About this Manual (W446):
This manual describes the operation of the CX-Programmer and consists of the following three parts.
• Part 1: CX-Programmer
This part describes the CX-Programmer software that is a PLC
Programming Device, and also provides the overall precautions and the
version upgrades information.
• Part 2: CX-Server PLC Tools
This part describes the CX-Server PLC Tools software, which is a
collection of the following components:
PLC Memory, IO Table, PLC Setup, Data Trace/Time Chart Monitor, PLC
Error, Memory Card, PLC-Clock, and CX-Net Network Configuration
(including Data Link Editor and Routing Table).
• Part 3: CX-Server Runtime
This part describes the CX-Server software that is a communications
middleware.
Note: References within each part are references to the pages or chapters within that part.
Related Manual
For details on the function block functions and ST programming, refer to the CX-Programmer Operation
Manual Function Blocks and Structured Text (Cat. No. W447).
For details on the SFC programming functions, refer to the CX-Programmer Operation Manual SFC (Cat.
No. W469).
For details on procedures for installing the CX-Programmer from the CX-One FA Integrated Tool Package,
refer to the CX-One Setup Manual provided with CX-One.
Cat. No. Model Manual name Contents
W463 CXONE-AL@@C-V4/
AL@@D-V4
CX-One Setup Manual Installation and overview of CX-One FA
Integrated Tool Package.
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 chapter in its entirety and be sure you understand the
information provided in the chapter and related chapters before attempting
any of the procedures or operations given.

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Read and Understand this Manual
Please read and understand this manual before using the product. Please consult your OMRON
representative if you have any questions or comments.
Warranty and Limitations of Liability
WARRANTY
(1) The warranty period for the Software is one year from either the date of purchase or the date on which
the Software is delivered to the specified location.
(2) If the User discovers a defect in the Software (i.e., substantial non-conformity with the manual), and
returns it to OMRON within the above warranty period, OMRON will replace the Software without
charge by offering media or downloading services from the Internet. And if the User discovers a defect
in the media which is attributable to OMRON and returns the Software to OMRON within the above
warranty period, OMRON will replace the defective media without charge. If OMRON is unable to
replace the defective media or correct the Software, the liability of OMRON and the User’s remedy shall
be limited to a refund of the license fee paid to OMRON for the Software.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
(1) THE ABOVE WARRANTY SHALL CONSTITUTE THE USER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES
AGAINST OMRON AND THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL OMRON BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST PROFITS OR
OTHER INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF
USE OF THE SOFTWARE.
(2) OMRON SHALL ASSUME NO LIABILITY FOR DEFECTS IN THE SOFTWARE BASED ON
MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF THE SOFTWARE BY THE USER OR ANY THIRD PARTY.
(3) OMRON SHALL ASSUME NO LIABILITY FOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPED BY THE USER OR ANY
THIRD PARTY BASED ON THE SOFTWARE OR ANY CONSEQUENCE THEREOF.

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Application Considerations
SUITABILITY FOR USE
THE USER SHALL NOT USE THE SOFTWARE FOR A PURPOSE THAT IS NOT DESCRIBED IN THE
ATTACHED USER MANUAL.

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Disclaimers
CHANGE IN SPECIFICATIONS
The software specifications and accessories may be changed at any time based on improvements or for
other reasons.
EXTENT OF SERVICE
The license fee of the Software does not include service costs, such as dispatching technical staff.
ERRORS AND OMISSIONS
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate; however, no
responsibility is assumed for clerical, typographical, or proofreading errors, or omissions.

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Precautions
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for the following personnel, who must also have
knowledge 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.
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 programming and operating the Unit.
Be sure to read this manual before attempting to use the Unit and keep this
manual close at hand for reference during operation.
WARNING It is extremely important that a PLC and all PLC 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 PLC System to
the above-mentioned applications.
Safety Precautions
WARNING Confirm safety sufficiently before transferring I/O memory area status from
the CX-Programmer to the PLC. The devices connected to Output Units
may malfunction, regardless of the operating mode of the CPU Unit.
Caution is required in respect to the following functions.
•Transferring from the CX-Programmer to real I/O (CIO Area) in the CPU
Unit using the PLC Memory window.
•Transferring from file memory to real I/O (CIO Area) in the CPU Unit
using the Memory Card window.