Omron WS02-LCTC1-E - V2.60 REV 12-2003 User manual

Cat. No. W373-E1-04
CX-Process Monitor
SYSMAC CS Series
WS02-LCTC1-E
(Ver. 2.60)

WS02-LCTC1-E
CX-Process Monitor (Ver. 2.60)
Operation Manual
Revised December 2003

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PRECAUTIONS xi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Intended Audience xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 General Precautions xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Safety Precautions xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Application Precautions xiii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 1
Introduction 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1 CX-Process Monitor 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-2 Basic Operating Procedure 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 2
Setup 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-1 Installation 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-2 Connecting the PLC 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 3
Monitor Screen Functions and Operations 37. . . . . . . . . . .
3-1 Outline 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-2 Procedure to Start Monitoring 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-3 Starting and Stopping 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-4 Overview Screen 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-5 Screen Configurations 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-6 Control Screens 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-7 Tuning Screens 52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-8 Trend Screens 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-9 Graphic Screens 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-10 Annunciator Screens 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-11 Operation Guide Message Screens 65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-12 Alarm Log Screens 67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-13 Operation Log Screens 68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-14 System Monitor Screens 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-15 System Monitor Log Screens 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 4
Configuration Screens 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-1 Before Configuring 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-2 Basic Configuration Procedure 82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-3 Basic Configuration Operations 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-4 System Monitor Settings 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-5 Creating Graphic Screens 89. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-6 Screen Configuration 99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-7 System Information Settings 117. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-8 Checking Configurations 131. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 5
Troubleshooting 135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendices
A Reading/Writing Function Block ITEMs 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B FinsGateway Settings when Connected Using Controller Link 159. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Revision History 177. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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About this Manual:
This manual describes the installation and operation of the WS02-LCTC1-E CX-Process Monitor soft-
ware package and includes the sections described below. The CX-Process Monitor is used to control and
monitor the operation of the CS1W-LC001 Loop Control Unit.
Please read this manual carefully and be sure you understand the information provided before attempting
to install and operate the CX-Process Monitor. Please read the following manuals carefully and be sure
you understand the information provided before setting up or using an application for a Loop Control Unit.
Product Manual name Cat. No. Contents
WS02-LCTC1-E
CX-Process Tool
CX-Process Tool
Operation Manual
W372 Installation and operation procedures
for the CX-Process Tool.
WS02-LCTC1-E
CX-Process Monitor
CX-Process Monitor
Operation Manual
W373
(this manual)
Installation and operation procedures
for the CX-Process Monitor.
CS1W-LC001
Loop Control Unit
Loop Control Unit
Operation Manual
W374 Installation and operation procedures
for the Loop Control Unit (except for
function blocks).
Loop Control Unit
Function Block
Reference Manual
W375 Detailed information on function
blocks.
Section 1 introduces the CX-Process Monitor.
Section 2 describes installing the CX-Process and connections to the PLC.
Section 3 describes the monitor screens used with the CX-Process Monitor.
Section 4 describes operating procedures to create screens and monitor using the CX-Process Monitor.
Section 5 describes errors that can occur while using the CX-Process Monitor.
Appendices are provided containing a list of ITEM settings for function blocks and FinsGateway settings
to connect to the PLC using Controller Link.
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 CX-Process Monitor.
The information contained in this section is important for the safe and reliable application of the CX-Process Monitor.
You must read this section and understand the information contained before attempting to set up or operate the CX-
Process Monitor.
1 Intended Audience xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 General Precautions xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Safety Precautions xii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 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) and knowl-
edge about instrumentation system.
•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 ma-
chines, safety equipment, petrochemical plants, 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.
3 Safety Precautions
WARNING Check the following items before starting Loop Control Unit operation:
Analog I/O Units used in combination with the Loop Control Unit must be
mounted correctly, and the unit number set on the front panel of the Analog I/O
Unit must be the same as the unit number set on the Field Terminal Function
Block. If the unit numbers are not the same, I/O (read/write) will be performed on
the data for another Special I/O Unit (i.e., the one whose unit number is set in the
Field Terminal Function Block).
The initial settings of the System Common Block on the Loop Control Unit must
be set correctly. In particular, make sure that the Data Memory for the Node Ter-
minals in the CPU Unit controlling the Loop Control Unit is not used for other ap-
plications on the PLC. If the same words in Data Memory are used for more than
one application, the PLC system may act unexpectedly and cause injury.
When writing data to the I/O memory in the CPU Unit with function blocks (e.g.,
using Send All Blocks, Expanded DO/AO Terminal to CPU Unit, or DO/AO Ter-
minal to CPU Unit), be sure that the words written to in the I/O memory are not
being used for any other purpose. If I/O memory words are allocated to more
than one purpose, the PLC system may act unexpectedly and cause injury.
WARNING Do not perform processing in such a way that the Loop Control Unit and CPU
Unit write to identical I/O memory words allocated to a contact output or analog
output of an external Unit. If the same words are written to, the externally
connected loads may act unexpectedly and cause injury.

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Caution Before transferring function block data (initial setting data or operation data) to
the Loop Control Unit, confirm that the destination for the data is correct and also
confirm the overall safety of the system (including the Loop Control Unit). Not
doing so may result in unexpected operation.
4 Application Precautions
Observe the following precautions when using CX-Process Tool.
Caution Loop Control Unit data is monitored and operated using CX-Process Monitor
based on the monitor tag files created using CX-Process Tool. CX-Process Tool
can be used on Microsoft Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000, or NT (Service Pack 4 or
later). When creating monitor tag files using CX-Process Tool, CX-Process
Monitor must be installed on the same computer.
Caution Before using function block data in actual operation, confirm operation by moni-
toring run status (to check the load rate; select Execute/Operation/Monitor
Run Status) and validating actions (select Validate Action/Start) with CX-Pro-
cess Tool. In particular, be sure to confirm that the load rate will be less than 60%.
(For details on the load rate, refer to the Loop Control Unit Operation Manual.)
Caution The Loop Control Unit can read and write I/O memory in the CPU Unit using the
Field Terminal Function Blocks or CPU Terminal Blocks independent of the user
program (Step Ladder Program) in the CPU Unit. Do not write to the same I/O
memory words from both the Loop Control Unit and the CPU Unit.
Caution To hold an analog output or contact output at a specific value (for example, the
maximum value or minimum value) when the Loop Control Unit stops running,
create a Step Ladder Program in the CPU Unit so that the corresponding output
bit allocated to Analog Output Unit or Contact Output Unit is set to the desired
value using an NC condition of the Loop Control Unit Running Flag (bit 00 in allo-
cated CIO word “n”) as an input condition.
Caution If a fatal error occurs in the CPU Unit (including fatal errors created by execution
of an FALS instruction), the Loop Control Unit will also stop running. To hold ana-
log outputs to the previous values before the stop occurred, and to set analog
outputs to either the minimum value or maximum value, use the output hold
function of the Analog Output Unit or Analog I/O Unit.
Caution Before turning ON the power to the PLC, make sure that the facilities are safe.
The analog output values and contact outputs from the Loop Control Unit are
updated when the power to the PLC is turned ON regardless of the operating
mode of the CPU Unit (including in the PROGRAM mode). (Internally, the analog
output values and contact outputs are sent from the CPU Unit to Basic I/O Units
and Analog Output Units.)
Caution 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, mo-
mentary power interruptions, or other causes.
Caution Confirm that no adverse effect will occur in the system before attempting any of
the following:

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•Changing the operating mode of the PLC
•Force-setting/force-resetting any bit in memory
•Changing the present value or any set value in memory
Caution Be sure that all mounting screws, terminal screws, and cable connector screws
are tightened to the torque specified in the user manuals. Incorrect tightening
torque may result in malfunction.
Caution In the event of system or power failure, CX-Process function files (extension
“.ist”) may not be saved. It is recommended that function files are saved regu-
larly.

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SECTION 1
Introduction
This section introduces the CX-Process Monitor.
1-1 CX-Process Monitor 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1-1 Outline 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1-2 Screen Outlines 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1-3 CX-Process Monitor System Requirements 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1-4 Relationship to CX-Process Tool 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1-5 Relation between Screens and Function Blocks 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1-6 Monitor Software Specifications 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1-7 CX-Process Monitor Setting and Monitoring Capabilities 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1-8 Version Changes 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-2 Basic Operating Procedure 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1-1 CX-Process Monitor
1-1-1 Outline
The CX-Process Monitor is a Windows NT/2000/XP-based application that
monitors the Function Block data within the Loop Control Unit using selection,
Control screen (on-site instrument image), Trend screen, Graphic screen, and
Annunciator screen, etc., via the Controller Link, serial communications, or an
Ethernet. The CX-Process Monitor uses settings and the CX-Process Tool to
create function blocks within Loop Control Units.
Note To use the CX-Process Monitor, you also need License key WS02-LCTK1-EL01
(sold separately). In addition to installing the CX-Process Monitor, make sure to
first connect License key WS02-LCTK1-EL01 to the IBM PC/AT or compatible
printer port, and then install the License key driver before using the CX-Process
Monitor. Also, when using the CX-Process Monitor, make sure that the License
key WS02-LCTK1-EL01 is always connected to the printer port.
You can also perform the following four functions.
Monitor PV, SP, and MV, etc., within the Control Block, monitor analog signals,
and monitor contact signals.
Perform Run/Stop instructions in the Loop Control Unit.
Display the status of the CPU Unit, such as the current operating mode.
Change settings, switch between auto and manual, and perform manual opera-
tions, tune PID constants, etc., in the Control Block.
You can perform stop block operation commands for each Control Block (when
using the Tuning screen).
Display Control Block and Alarm Block alarms if they occur, and store the alarms
in the alarm history.
You can configure the screen to suit your needs.
Monitoring Function
Blocks in a Loop Control
Unit
Controlling Function
Blocks in a Loop Control
Unit
Monitoring Function
Block Alarm Status in a
Loop Control Unit
Configuring CX-Process
Monitor Screens

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CX-Process Monitor Functions
--- Screen Monitoring operating
status
Controlling operation Monitoring alarm
status
User-defined Overview --- --- OK
screens Control OK (Display PV bar) OK (Change SP, switch
between auto/manual,
and perform manual
operations)
OK
Tuning OK (Display PV, SP, and
MV trends for 1 loop)
OK (Change SP, and
change P, I, D, etc.)
OK (Change bar graph
colors)
Trend OK (Display Control
Block or analog signal
trends)
--- OK
Graphic OK (Display status for
contact or analog signal
graphics)
OK (Turn ON/OFF the
contact, and set the
analog value)
OK
Annunciator --- --- OK (Use colors or sound
to notify of an alarm)
Operation
Guide Message
OK (Display message
when Internal Switch is
turned ON)
--- OK
System Monitor OK (Display the run/stop
status for the Loop
Control Unit, display
Execution errors, RAM
checksum errors, and
battery errors, and
monitor the status of the
CPU Unit control mode,
etc.)
OK (Run/stop command
for the Loop Control
Unit)
OK
System screens Alarm Log --- --- OK (Stored when an
alarm occurs)
Operation Log --- OK (Stores run operation
history; e.g., SP change,
etc.)
OK
System Monitor
Log
OK (Displays run/stop
command history and
Execution error history
when an error occurs)
--- OK
Note If License key WS02-LCTK1-JL01 is not connected to the IBM PC/AT or compat-
ible printer port, or even if it is connected, if the License key driver is not installed,
you cannot use the following monitor screens or configuration screens. (If you try
to switch to the following screens, an error message will be displayed.)
Monitor Screens
Item Screen
User-defined screens Trend Screens
Graphic Screens
Operation Guide Screens
System screens Alarm Log Screens
y
Operation Log Screens
System Monitor Log Screens
Configuration Screens
Item Screen
Created using Graphic
Builder Button
Graphic Screen Create Window

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1-1-2 Screen Outlines
Overview Screen
Possesses the functions of all menu screens and alarm display screens.
Control Screens
Monitor and set the Control Block and part of the Operation Block, monitor ana-
log signals, and monitor and set contact signals.

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Tuning Screens
Use this screen to change Control Block P, I, D constants specified using Send
Terminals per block addressed to the computer.
Trend Screens
Display as an image changes due to the passage to time of the Control Block PV,
SP, MV, or other analog signals.

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Graphic Screens
Use the screen to display the device status as a schematic.
Annunciator Screens
Use this screen to display comprehensively the status (mainly the alarm status)
of the contacts.

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Operation Guide Screens
Use this screen to display registered messages when the contact signal is ON.
Alarm Log Screens
Use this screen to display the alarm history.

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Operation Log Screens
Use this screen to display the operation history.
System Monitor Screens
Use this screen to display the system status, and run/stop the Loop Control Unit.

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System Monitor Log Screens
Use this screen to display the run/stop history and Execution error history, and to
record the time at which they occurred.
1-1-3 CX-Process Monitor System Requirements
As shown below, the CX-Process Monitor uses the communications driver Fins-
Gateway Version 3 (Embedded version) to communicate with the PLC (Pro-
grammable Controller) mounted to the Loop Control Unit.
Software
Hardware
CX-Process Tool CX-Process Monitor
FinsGateway Version 3 (Embedded version)
RS-232C port Controller Link
Support Board Ethernet board
You can use any one of the FinsGateway Version 3 (Embedded version) given
below.
•Serial Unit driver
•Controller Link driver
•CLK (PCI) driver
•ETN_UNIT driver
The CX-Process Monitor reads/writes data within the Loop Control Unit via the
Tag names of Execution blocks addressed to the IBM PC/AT or Compatible set
using the CX-Process Tool. Consequently, when using the CX-Process Monitor,
you must first set items 1 to 3 below, using on the CX-Process Tool.
1, 2, 3... 1. Register the Function Block to Exchange Data with the CX-Process Monitor.
Specify a Function Block, analog signal (including parameters), or contact
signal (including parameters) as the source, depending on the Send Termi-
nal to Computer Block (Block Models 401 to 404), using on the CX-Process
Tool. Also, prepare to receive analog signals or contact signals from the IBM
PC/AT or compatible using on the IBM PC/AT or compatible AO setting or
DO Terminal Block setting.
2. Set the Tag Name.
Next, set the Tag name for the Function Block, analog signal (including pa-
rameters), or contact signal (including parameters) you have set as the
FinsGateway Version 3
Creating Monitor Tag
Files Using CX-Process
Tool