Omron NT-SERIES - SUPPORT TOOL FOR WINDOWS V4 User manual

Cat. No. V061-E1-06
Support Tool
for Windows Ver.4.
NT-Series
OPERATION MANUAL

NT-series
Support Tool for Windows Ver.4.j
Operation Manual
Revised July 2010

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Introduction
The NT-series Support Tool for Windows (Ver. 4.j) is a software package for creating and maintaining
screen data used by OMRON Programmable Terminals. Be sure to read and understand the functions
and performance of the Support Tool before you attempt to use a Programmable Terminal. When using
the Support Tool, be sure to have the manuals for the Programmable Terminal close at hand.
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for the following personnel, who must also have knowledge of electrical systems
(an electrical engineer or the equivalent) and computers.
SPersonnel in charge of introducing FA systems into production facilities
SPersonnel in charge of designing FA systems
SPersonnel in charge of installing and connecting FA equipment
SPersonnel in charge of managing FA systems and facilities
Notice
This manual provides information required to use the NT-series Support Tool for Windows (Ver. 4.j). Be
sure to read this manual before attempting to use the Support Tool, and keep the manual close at hand for
reference during operation.
EOMRON, 2000
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any
form, or by any means, mechanical, electronic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written per-
mission of OMRON.
No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Moreover, because
OMRON is constantly striving to improve its high-quality products, the information contained in this manual is sub-
ject 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 information contained in this publication.
Trademarks
MicrosoftR, MS-DOSR, WindowsRand Windows NTRare either registered trademarks or Trademarks of Micro-
soft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
PLC names of MELSEC FX, A series and FX-2PIF of MELSEC F series are registered trademarks of Mitsubishi
Electric Corporation.
Hewlett-Packard, HP, PCL and Laser Jet are registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company.

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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
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WARRANTY
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OMRON’s exclusive warranty is that the products are free from defects in materials and workmanship for
a period of one year (or other period if specified) from date of sale by OMRON.
OMRON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING
NON–INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE
PRODUCTS. ANY BUYER OR USER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE BUYER OR USER ALONE HAS
DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCTS WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THEIR
INTENDED USE. OMRON DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
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LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
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OMRON SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE
PRODUCTS, WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR
STRICT LIABILITY.
In no event shall the responsibility of OMRON for any act exceed the individual price of the product on
which liability is asserted.
IN NO EVENT SHALL OMRON BE RESPONSIBLE FOR WARRANTY, REPAIR, OR OTHER CLAIMS
REGARDING THE PRODUCTS UNLESS OMRON’S ANALYSIS CONFIRMS THAT THE PRODUCTS
WERE PROPERLY HANDLED, STORED, INSTALLED, AND MAINTAINED AND NOT SUBJECT TO
CONTAMINATION, ABUSE, MISUSE, OR INAPPROPRIATE MODIFICATION OR REPAIR.

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Application Considerations
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SUITABILITY FOR USE
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OMRON shall not be responsible for conformity with any standards, codes, or regulations that apply to
the combination of products in the customer’s application or use of the products.
At the customer’s request, OMRON will provide applicable third party certification documents identifying
ratings and limitations of use that apply to the products. This information by itself is not sufficient for a
complete determination of the suitability of the products in combination with the end product, machine,
system, or other application or use.
The following are some examples of applications for which particular attention must be given. This is not
intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible uses of the products, nor is it intended to imply that the
uses listed may be suitable for the products:
•Outdoor use, uses involving potential chemical contamination or electrical interference, or conditions
or uses not described in this manual.
•Nuclear energy control systems, combustion systems, railroad systems, aviation systems, medical
equipment, amusement machines, vehicles, safety equipment, and installations subject to separate
industry or government regulations.
•Systems, machines, and equipment that could present a risk to life or property.
Please know and observe all prohibitions of use applicable to the products.
NEVER USE THE PRODUCTS FOR AN APPLICATION INVOLVING SERIOUS RISK TO LIFE OR
PROPERTY WITHOUT ENSURING THAT THE SYSTEM AS A WHOLE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO
ADDRESS THE RISKS, AND THAT THE OMRON PRODUCTS ARE PROPERLY RATED AND
INSTALLED FOR THE INTENDED USE WITHIN THE OVERALL EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM.
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PROGRAMMABLE PRODUCTS
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OMRON shall not be responsible for the user’s programming of a programmable product, or any
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Disclaimers
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CHANGE IN SPECIFICATIONS
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Product specifications and accessories may be changed at any time based on improvements and other
reasons.
It is our practice to change model numbers when published ratings or features are changed, or when
significant construction changes are made. However, some specifications of the products may be
changed without any notice. When in doubt, special model numbers may be assigned to fix or establish
key specifications for your application on your request. Please consult with your OMRON representative
at any time to confirm actual specifications of purchased products.
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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
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Dimensions and weights are nominal and are not to be used for manufacturing purposes, even when
tolerances are shown.
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PERFORMANCE DATA
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Performance data given in this manual is provided as a guide for the user in determining suitability and
does not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of OMRON’s test conditions, and the users
must correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual performance is subject to the OMRON
Warranty and Limitations of Liability.
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ERRORS AND OMISSIONS
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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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Safety Precautions
Safety-related Indications and Their Meanings
The following precautionary indications and symbols are used in this manual to aid in the safe usage of the
NT-series Support Tool for Windows (Ver. 4.j). These precautions contain important safety information.
Be sure to observe them carefully.
The indications and symbols used herein, and their meanings, are as listed below.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could re-
sult in death or serious injury. Additionally, there may be severe property
damage.
Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury, or property damage.
Precautions for Safe Use
Indicates actions that should be done, or avoided, for the safe use of this product.
Precautions for Correct Use
Indicates actions that should be done, or avoided, to prevent operating failure or malfunction of this prod-
uct, or to prevent adverse effects on the performance or functions of this product.
Note
Notes within the text of this manual indicate safety–related points and information that are equivalent in
importance to those included in the Precautions for Safe Use sections.
Symbols
Disassembly Prohibition
Indicates prohibitions when there is a possibility of injury, such
as from electric shock, as the result of disassembly.
Electrical Shock Caution
Indicates the possibility of electric shock under specific condi-
tions.
Indicates the possibility of injury by high temperature under
specific conditions.
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 op-
erations given.