Omron NT - SUPPORT TOOL FOR WINDOWS V4 User manual

Support Tool for Windows Ver.4.@
Cat. No. V061-E1-05
NT-series
OPERATION MANUAL

NT-series
Support Tool for Windows Ver.4.j
Operation Manual
Revised May 2007

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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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SECTION 1
Introduction to the Support Tool 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1 What Is Support Tool? 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-2 Equipment Necessary for Using the Support Tool 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-3 General Configuration of the Support Tool 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4 Basic Operation Flow 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-5 Menu Chart 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-6 Usable Hardware Combinations 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 2
Setting Up the Support Tool 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-1 Before Installing the Software 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-2 Installing the Support Tool 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 3
Support Tool Starting-up and Exiting Procedure
and File Operation 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-1 Starting-up and Exiting the Support Tool 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-2 User Interface 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-3 Operation of Screen Data (Application) File 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 4
Application Manager 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-1 What Is the Application Manager? 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-2 Operating the Application Manager 65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 5
Screen Types 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-1 Types of Screens, Common Dialog Box Settings and Operations 78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-2 Standard Screen 88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-3 Continuous/Overlapping Screens 89. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-4 Window/Keyboard Screens 92. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-5 Extended Screen 97. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-6 Occurrence History Screen 98. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-7 Frequency History Screen 99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-8 Host Connect Screen (System Initializing Screen) 99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-9 Password Screen 100. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-10 Menu Screen 101. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-11 Print Format Screen 101. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-12 Programming Console Screen 101. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-13 Device Monitor Screen 102. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-14 Contrast and Brightness Adjustment 102. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SECTION 6
Element Operating Procedures 103. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-1 Common Operation 105. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-2 Fixed Display 136. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-3 Alarm 159.................................................................
6-4 Data Input 171. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-5 Lamps 192.................................................................
6-6 Numeral Display 200. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-7 Character String Display 204. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-8 Touch Switches 207. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-9 Graphs 224.................................................................
6-10 Registering Created Elements (Symbol Manager Operation) 250. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-11 Recipe Screen Element 259. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 7
Memory Table Setting 265. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-1 Common Operation 266. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-2 Numeral Memory Table 275. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-3 Character String Memory Table (String Table) 281. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-4 Bit Memory Table 286. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-5 Extended I/O Input Table 291. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-6 Extended I/O Output Table 295. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-7 I/O Comment Table 296. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-8 F-Key Input Notify Table 305. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-9 Mathematical Table 306. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-10 Recipe Table 311. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 8
Editing Graphic Data 321. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-1 Image Editor 322. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-2 Library Editor 334. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-3 Mark Editor 342. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 9
Example Screens 349. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9-1 Example Screen Configuration 350. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9-2 Operation Flow 355. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9-3 Creating the Sample Data 358. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 10
Quick Reference 405. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10-1 Quick Reference 406. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 11
Data Communications with a PT 427. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11-1 Preparation for Data Communications with a PT and Data Communication Procedure 428.
11-2 Communication Setting at the Support Tool 430. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11-3 Sending (Downloading) the Data 431. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11-4 Receiving (Uploading) Data 434. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11-5 Receiving (Uploading) the History Record 437. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11-6 Setting and Reading the Date and Time 438. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SECTION 12
Making Reports 441. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12-1 Report Types 442. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12-2 Printing Reports 449. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12-3 Displaying the Print Image (Preview) 456. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12-4 Outputting the Screen Image 457. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
APPENDICES 459. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A Data Conversion 461. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B System Installer Operation 485. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C NT Transfer Utility 491. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D Translation Support Utility 499. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
E Tables of Functions of PT Models 515. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F Limits on Numbers of Elements 535. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G New Functions of Support Tool Ver.4.1 539. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
H New Functions of Support Tool Ver.4.6 541. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
I New Functions of Support Tool Ver.4.7 543. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
J New Functions of Support Tool Ver.4.8 545. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
K Error Messages 547. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
L Shortcut Keys 553. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M Connecting Cable Specifications 555. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
N Keycode Tables and Conversion Rule 557. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index 567. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Revision History 573. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Organization of the Manual, and How to Use It:
The related manuals are listed below.
* The final digit of the manual number is the revision code.
For operating the Support Tool
SNT-series Support Tool for Windows Operation Manual (V061-E1-2):
This manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Details on the operating procedure, settings, etc., of the Support Tool can be
displayed on the screen in the form of online help information. Normal operation
can be carried out by following this help information.
When you are unsure of the operating procedure while using the Support Tool, or
you need to check detailed settings, refer to this manual.
The explanations in this manual center on the Support Tool itself. It does not
include detailed explanations on the operation of the PT. Therefore, refer to the
following manuals also.
This manual also explains the operation of NT Transfer Utility which is
exclusively used for downloading and uploading the screen data.
The NT-series Support Tool for Windows (Ver. 4.j) can be used with the latest
direct access versions of the following PT models. Details are given in this manu-
al.
NT11, NT11S, NT20, NT20S, NT21, NT30, NT30C, NT31, NT31C, NT600S,
NT620S, NT620C, NT625C, NT631, NT631C
For information on PT functions, operations, and restrictions
SNT11 Programmable Terminal User’s Manual (V084-E1-j)
SNT11S Programmable Terminal User’s Manual (V029-E1-j)
SNT20 Programmable Terminal User’s Manual (V091-E1-j)
SNT20S Programmable Terminal Operation Manual (V020-E1-j)
SNT600S Programmable Terminal Operation Manual (V022-E1-j)
SNT30/NT30C Programmable Terminal Operation Manual (V034-E1-j)
SNT620S/NT620C/NT625C Programmable Terminal Operation Manual
(V033-E1-j)
SNT21 Programmable Terminal Setup Manual (V068-E1-j)
SNT31/31C Programmable Terminal Setup Manual (V062-E1-j)
SNT631/631C Programmable Terminal Setup Manual (V063-E1-j)
SNT21/31/631 Programmable Terminal Reference Manual (V069-E1-j)
These manuals contain full descriptions of PT functions, operations, and
restrictions.
For information on the functions and operations of the PC
SOperation manual for each PC

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When you need information about the operations, functions, etc., of the PC, refer
to the operation manual for the PC, advanced function unit, or communication
unit being used.
Description of NT31, NT31C, NT631 and NT631C
There are two types of the NT31, NT31C, NT631, and NT631C, models with the
suffix “-Vj” and models without the suffix “-Vj.” In this manual, they are written
as “NT31, NT31C, NT631 and NT631C” collectively when it is not necessary to
classify them. However, they are written separately as “NT31, NT31C, NT631,
and NT631C with -Vj” and “NT31, NT31C, NT631, and NT631C without -Vj”
when it is necessary to classify them. (The system program version will be indi-
cated as “NT31, NT31C, NT631 and NT631C with (System Ver. 3.1),” if re-
quired.)
The system programs of the NT31, NT31C, NT631, and NT631C with “-V2” or
“-V3” (System Ver. 3.1/4.1) are supplied by NT-series Support Tool for Windows
(Ver.4.j). System Ver. 4.1 is supported only by NT31, NT31C, and NT631C
models with “-V3.” It cannot be installed to upgrade the NT31, NT31C, NT631, or
NT631C below “-V3.” It is possible to upgrade NT31, NT31C, NT631 and
NT631C models without “-V2” to System Ver. 3.1 by installing the new system. In
this case, however, the functions indicated below cannot be used even though
other functions can be used in the same way as the models with “-V2.”
S32-dot font
For details of 32-dot font, refer to Settings for text display in 6-1-10 Setting Prop-
erties. Note that smoothing is not performed for 32-dot font.
For details of font types, refer to Font Type in 3-3 Operation of Screen Data (Ap-
plication) File and Appendix K.

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SECTION 1
Introduction to the Support Tool
This section is designed for users to utilize the efficient usage of Support Tool.
Discussed in this section are what you can do using the Support Tool and the specifications and functions of Support Tool.
1-1 What Is Support Tool? 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-2 Equipment Necessary for Using the Support Tool 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-3 General Configuration of the Support Tool 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-3-1 Outline of Screen Data 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-3-2 Correspondence to PC (PLC) Data 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-3-3 Tables 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-3-4 Types of Screens 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4 Basic Operation Flow 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-5 Menu Chart 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-6 Usable Hardware Combinations 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-6-1 Applicable PT 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-6-2 Communication Method for Each PT Model 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-1SectionWhat Is Support Tool?
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1-1 What Is Support Tool?
The NT-series Support Tool for Windows (Ver. 4.) (hereafter referred to as the
Support Tool) is application software that runs on Windows 95, 98, NT4.0, 2000,
or XP and was developed to create the screen data for programmable terminals
(PTs).
Since the Support Tool has been developed to use the graphical interface and
run under the operation environment of Windows, persons not familiar with the
Support Tool can create the screen data of the programmable terminal without
difficulties.
The Support Tool can create the screen data for the following models of PT.
NT11, NT11S, NT20/NT20S, NT30, NT30C, NT600S, NT620S, T620C/NT625C
NT21, NT31, NT31C, NT631, NT631C
The screen data created using the Support Tool consists of the objects shown in
the following page.

1-1SectionWhat Is Support Tool?
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Screen DataData created
by the Support Tool Screen 1 Screen Properties
Display
Object Arc
Circle
Sector
Polyline
Polygon
Rectangle
Text
Tiling
Image Object
Library Object
Mark
Lamp
Numeral Display
String Display
Graph
Alarm List/Alarm History
Standard Lamp
Image Lamp
Bar Graph
Broken-line Graph
Trend Graph
Touch Switch
Input
Setting
Input
Object Numeral Input
String Input
Thumbwheel Switch
Screen 2
Screen 3
Table Numeral Table
String Table
Bit Memory Table
Extended I/O Input Table
Extended I/O Output Table
I/O Comment Table
System Memory
Direct Access
Symbol Data
F-key input Notify Table
Analogue Meter
.............
Mathematical Table
Recipe
Recipe Table
Temp. Alarm 11:01
Temp. Alarm 10:00
Screen N
SP 0 CR
Data input (numeral input)
Menu PV
SV
78 9
4 5 6
1 2 3
Alarm display
Graph display
String Display
Numeral
display
Fixed
display-text
Touch switch
Screen 1
Screen 2
Lamp
display
Fixed
display
ABCD

1-1SectionWhat Is Support Tool?
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Product Configuration The NT-series Support Tool for Windows (Ver. 4.) consists of the following soft-
ware and data.
Support Tool
Model number Specifications
NT-ZJCAT1-EV4 For IBM PC/AT or compatible, media: CD-ROM
Keyboard tenkey library
Color pallette symbols (Library of parts for filling with color models)
System Installer (to replace PT system program)
NT20 system program
System program for NT31, NT31C, and NT631C with “-V3”
Original NT30/620 system program
NT Screen Data Transfer Utility
This utility is for uploading and downloading PT data using mmi screen data
files. Refer to Appendix C NT Transfer Utility for details.
Samples
Lamp/touch switch parts library
This parts library contains the image library with lamps and touch switches
incorporated into it as a mmi image data file. Refer to 3-3-7 Using Method of
Parts Collection for details. (The folder containing the parts library list in the
samples folder also contains HTML files with operating methods and a parts
list.)
Sample screen data
This screen data is provided only as a sample. Operation may not be as
expected when this data is transferred to a PT and used for communications
with a PLC.
Symbol manager ISO symbol data
Refer to 6-10 Registering Created Elements (Symbol Manager Operation) for
details.
Main Differences of V4.1 Following changes are made for NT-series Support Tool for Windows to improve
operational efficiency and to support new functions added for NT31, NT31C,
NT631 and NT631C with “-V2” or “-V3” (System Ver. 3.1 or 4.0). Refer to Appen-
dix G New Functions of Support Tool Ver. 4.1.
NT31, NT31C, NT631, NT631C new system program support
System program for the NT31, NT31C, NT631, and NT631C has been upgraded
to Ver. 3.1/Ver. 4.0, so the following functions are now supported. System pro-
gram version 4.0 is used only with the NT31, NT31C, NT631, and NT631C. New
system program is supplied with Support Tool Ver. 4.1.
CS/CJ-series PC (PLC) memory area support
Recipes
Interlocks
Mathematical table

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NT30/620-compatible mode
Multiple line labels
ON/OFF state labels
Numeral display/string display labels
Device monitor screens
Contrast & brightness adjustment screens
Addition of NT Translation Support Utility
The Translation Support Utility is software that helps in translating a language to
another supported language.
For details, refer to Appendix D NT Translation Support Utility.
I/O comments importing from TAB-delimited text file
For details, refer to 7-7-4 Importing I/O Comments from Tab-delimited Text Files.
Centering the Labels of Lamp and Touch Switches
Only horizontal direction could be centered in previous versions. In this version,
the labels of lamp/touch switches can be centered in both vertical and horizontal
directions.
For details, refer to 6-1-9 Centering the Label of Lamp and Touch Switch.
The Data input string in a string input function touch switch (Only for NT31/631)
The label was used for the input data string in previous versions. In this version, a
different string from the label can be specified as the data input string.
For details, refer to 6-8-3 Character String Input Touch Switch.
Launch the system installer
It is possible to launch the system installer from [Connect]–[Launch System In-
staller] in the menu bar.
Addition of NT30/620 series system programs
The system programs for NT30/620 are included.
Main Differences of V4.6
NT21 New System Program Support
Starting with NTST-EV4.6, the NTST supports creating screen data for the
NT21.
NT31-V2 (System Ver. 3.1) data and NT21 data can be converted for mutual
compatibility.
NT20 data can be converted to NT21 data.
NTST-EV4.6 can transfer screen data to the NT21 in high-speed mode.
Refer to NT21/31/631 Reference Manual for details.
Pick I/O Comments from a CX-Server Database
I/O name in CX-Server data can be used as PT I/O comment.
When a PLC address is defined in the dialog, an I/O comment can be picked up
from CX-Server PLC point data in a cdm file. The “Pick CX-Server point” button
is enabled only when CX-Server is installed.
When the I/O comment table is edited, multiple I/O comment data can be picked
up from CX-Server PLC point data in the cdm file. The “Import” button is enabled
only when CX-Server is installed.

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Each I/O name will be imported as a PT I/O comment within 16 characters.
Property Dialog for Grouped Objects
Grouped object attributes can be edited by double-clicking or right-clicking to
display the properties for grouped objects. The properties show the tree the ob-
jects included in the group. Choose each object in the tree to edit the structure.
Preview in Symbol Manager Registered symbols can be previewed on the symbol manager. Previous sym-
bols can be previewed after they are copied onto the NTST-EV4.6 screen and
copied back to symbol manager to create preview images. Or, those symbols
can be reused without preview as they are.
Copying Image/Library/Mark with contents
When copying Image/Library/Mark objects, NTST-EV4.6 will copy them with
contents and registered them in each table. If the same code is already used in
the table, the NTST will display a dialog to show the next unused number as a
substitute.
The functionality does not recursively apply to references in the Image/Library/
Mark object. For example, when copying a library object that refers to library
entry, and the content of the entry contains text with a mark reference, then the
corresponding mark content will be ignored. It also does not apply to when
screens are copied in Application Manager for pasting into a second instance of
NTST.
Main Differences of V4.7
NT11-V1 New System Program Support
Starting with NTST-EV4.7, the NTST supports creating screen data for the
NT11-V1.
NT11S data can be converted to NT11-V1 data.
Refer to NT11 User’s Manual for details.
Supported Windows OS Starting with NTST-EV4.7, the NTST supports Windows Me, 2000 (Professional
Edition), and XP (Pro/Home Edition).
Automatically Adjusted Screen Size when Editing Starts
In response to the high resolution of personal computers recently, the screen
size is now automatically enlarged when editing screens.
Main Differences of V4.8 Support for the NT20 PTs has been added to version 4.8 of the NT-series Support
Tool for Windows.
•The NT20 system program has been added.
•The system installer has been updated to support the NT20 system program.
1-2 Equipment Necessary for Using the Support Tool
The following indicates the equipment necessary for using the Support Tool.
Hardware
Recommended CPU
Pentium 100 MHz or faster CPU
Personal Computer
Use an IBM personal computer or 100% compatible.
Recommended Memory