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Cat. No. V002-E1-3
Programmable Terminal
NT600M
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NT600M
Programmable Terminal
Operation Manual
Revised October 1997
OMRON Product References
All OMRON products are capitalized in this manual. The word “Unit” is also capitalized when it refers
to an OMRON product, regardless of whether or not it appears in the proper name of the product.
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The abbreviation “Ch,” which appears in some displays and on some OMRON products, often means
“word” and is abbreviated “Wd” in documentation in this sense.
The abbreviation “PC” means Programmable Controller and is not used as an abbreviation for any-
thing else.
IBM and IBM PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
MS-DOS is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Visual Aids
The following headings appear in the left column of the manual to help you locate different types of
information.
Note Indicates information of particular interest for efficient and convenient operation
of the product.
1, 2, 3... 1. Indicates lists of one sort or another, such as procedures, checklists, etc.
OMRON, 1991
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sion 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 subject 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 informa-
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About this Manual:
This manual describes the installation and operation of the NT600M Programmable Terminals (PTs) and
includes the sections described below. Further information is provided in manuals on the Host Interface
Units and Support Tool. Refer to the list in
Section 1 Introduction .
Please read this manual completely and be sure you understand the information provide before attempt-
ing to install and operate a Programmable Terminal.
Section 1 introduces the PTs, describes the terminology used in this manual, and provides examples
of system configurations for programming and operation.
Section 2 provides procedures and specifications required to set up a PT system, including hardware
switch settings and installation.
Section 3 provides steps required for initial PT operation.
Section 4 describes functions used to create screens and control display attributes on the PT.
Included is automatic transfer of data from the host computer via character string and numeral tables.
Section 5 describes functions used to input data on-screen and transfer it to the host computer via
the numeral table.
Section 6 describes basic data transfer and maintenance functions.
Section 7 describes transferring screens online to and from the host computer.
Section 8 provides troubleshooting and basic maintenance methods, including battery replacement.
Appendices of OMRON products used with PTs, PT specifications, and a memory check table are
provided at the back of the manual.
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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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS ix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Intended Audience x. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 General Precautions x. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Safety Precautions x. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 1 – Introduction 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1 Introduction 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-2 Features 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-3 Terminology and NT-series Manuals 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4 Models 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4-1 NT600M Programmable Terminals 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4-2 Screen Data Memory Boards 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4-3 System ROM 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4-4 Host Interface Units 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4-5 12-key Function Key Units (for DN-type) 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-5 Support Tools 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-6 System Configuration 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-7 Nomenclature and Functions 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-7-1 Front Panel 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-7-2 Rear Panel 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 2 – Switch Settings, Installation, and Wiring 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-1 Switch Settings 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-1-1 System DIP Switch Settings (SW1) 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-1-2 Mounting System ROM 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-1-3 Screen Data Memory Board Settings and Installation 18. . . . . . . . . . . .
2-2 Installation Environment 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-2-1 Installation Site 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-2-2 Mounting Position 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-3 Dimensions 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-3-1 Terminals with Function Keys (DF-type) 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-3-2 PTs With (DT-type) and Without (DN-type) Touch Panels 23. . . . . . . . .
2-4 Installing the NT600M PT in a Panel 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-5 Wiring and Connectors 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-5-1 Terminal Block 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-5-2 AC INPUT Terminals 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-5-3 LG and GR Terminals 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-5-4 HOST RUN INPUT Terminals 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-5-5 ALM OUTPUT Terminals 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-6 RS-232C Interface Connector 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-7 12-key Function Key Units (for DN-type PTs) 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-8 Mounting Function Key Units (to DN-type PTs) 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 3 – Initial Operation 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-1 Powering Up 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-2 Initialization 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-2-1 Initializing Memory 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-2-2 Menus 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-3 Transferring Data to and from the Support Tool 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-4 Trial Operation 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SECTION 4 – Display Functions 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-1 Character Displays 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-1-1 Types of Characters 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-1-2 Designating Display Positions 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-1-3 Character Scale 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-1-4 Display Attributes 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-2 Display Graphics 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-3 Normal Screen Changes 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-3-1 Procedure for Changing Screens 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-4 Continuous Screens 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-5 Overlapping Screens 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-6 Numeric Displays 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-7 Character Strings 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-8 Bar Graphs 47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-9 Lamps 47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-10 Graphics Display 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-11 Special Controls 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-11-1 Backlight ON/OFF 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-11-2 Alarm Output On/Off 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-11-3 Buzzer On/Off 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-11-4 Initialize Display History 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-11-5 HOST RUN INPUT 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-11-6 Normal/Inverse Display (LCD-type Only) 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-12 Terminal Function 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4-13 Display Speed 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 5 – Input Functions 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-1 On-screen Switch Inputs 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-1-1 Transmitting to the Host 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-1-2 Creating Touch Switches (DT-type PTs Only) 55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-1-3 Function Keys (NT600M-DF122) 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-2 Inputting Numeric Settings 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-3 Standalone Function 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 6 – System Menu 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-1 Configuration of System Menu 62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-2 System Menu and Transmit Mode 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-2-1 Quit 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-2-2 Transmit Mode 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-2-3 Maintenance Mode 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-2-4 Expansion Mode 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-2-5 Display History 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-2-6 I/O Checks 65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-2-7 PT Settings Check 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-2-8 Initialization 70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6-3 Memory Switch Settings 71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 7 – Online Transfer 75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-1 Host to PT 76. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7-2 PT to Host 76. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SECTION 8 – Maintenance and Inspection 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-1 Checking Operation 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-2 Changing the Lithium Backup Battery 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-3 Maintenance and Inspection 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-3-1 Spare Terminals 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-3-2 Inspection 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-3-3 Precautions When Cleaning the PT Screen 82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-4 RUN Mode Function Configuration 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A – Standard Models 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B – Specifications 87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C – Memory Check Table 91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D – Special Characters 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index 95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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PRECAUTIONS
This section provides general precautions for using the Programmable Terminal.
The information contained in this section is important for the safe and reliable application of the Programmable Ter-
minal. You must read this section and understand the information contained before attempting to set up or operate a
Programmable Terminal.
1 Intended Audience x. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 General Precautions x. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Safety Precautions x. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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).
•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
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 using the Programmable Terminal. Be sure
to read this manual before attempting to use the software and keep this manual
close at hand for reference during operation.
WARNING It is extremely important that Programmable Terminals and related devices 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 Programmable Terminals to
the abovementioned applications.
WARNING Do not use input functions such as PT touch switches for applications where
danger to human life or serious damage is possible, or for emergency switch
applications.
3 Safety Precautions
Read these safety precautions carefully and make sure you understand them
before using the Programmable Terminal so that you can use it safely and cor-
rectly.
This operation manual uses the following conventions and symbols to indicate
cautions, warnings, and dangers in order to ensure safe use of the PT. The cau-
tions, warnings, and dangers shown here contain important information related
to safety. The instructions in these cautions, warnings, and dangers must be
observed.
The conventions used and their meanings are presented below.
DANGER Indicates information that, if not heeded, is likely to result in loss of life or serious
injury.
WARNING Indicates information that, if not heeded, could possibly result in loss of life or
serious injury.
Caution Indicates information that, if not heeded, could result in relatively serious or mi-
nor injury, damage to the product, or faulty operation.
Safety Conventions and
their Meanings
Safety Precautions 3
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Caution •The ROM may be destroyed if it is mounted while power is being supplied to
the PT.
•Screen memory must be initialized before using a new PT. If the PT is used as
shipped from the factory without initialization, messages indicating errors in
the host will not be displayed.
•After the transfer has been completed, be sure to return to RUN Mode by
pressing the Buzzer Key, Up Key, and Down Key simultaneously. If the power
is turned off or if a reset is executed without having first returned to RUN Mode,
the data that has been transmitted will be corrupted. If that occurs, a message
will be displayed on the screen to indicate that the data has been corrupted.
•If a load (e.g., a buzzer or alarm light) is connected to a 10/02 Terminal or a
32/16 Terminal, it will actually operate. This can be potentially dangerous, so
exercise caution.
•The lithium battery can explode if placed into a fire, or it can explode, burn, or
leak if the + and – terminals are short-circuited or if the battery is recharged or
dismantled. Handle the battery with care.
Safety Precautions 3
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SECTION 1
Introduction
This section provides information necessary to familiarize you with the features and parts of a PT system.
1-1 Introduction 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-2 Features 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-3 Terminology and NT-series Manuals 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4 Models 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4-1 NT600M Programmable Terminals 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4-2 Screen Data Memory Boards 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4-3 System ROM 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4-4 Host Interface Units 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-4-5 12-key Function Key Units (for DN-type) 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-5 Support Tools 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-6 System Configuration 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-7 Nomenclature and Functions 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-7-1 Front Panel 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-7-2 Rear Panel 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1-1 Introduction
This manual describes the installation and operation of NT600M Program-
mable Terminals (PTs). Programmable Terminals have three main functions:
1) monitoring operating conditions, 2) directing on-site personnel, and 3) in-
putting data.
Device
(Programmable Controller or FA computer)
Host
Directing
operations,
monitoring
conditions
Instructions
Programmable Terminal
1) PTs can monitor, in real time, system and equipment operating conditions,
production quantities, and so on. The PT display can show, for example,
whether the production line is operating normally, and what percentage of the
production target has been met. Bar graphs can be continually updated as
data is received from the host. On-screen characters can be displayed as
plain, reverse video, blinking, or reverse blinking. In addition, lamps, bar
graphs, and figures can all be created. Screen data can be registered at the
PT in advance, and can be displayed simply by transmitting the appropriate
screen number from the host.
Lamp Display Bar Graph Display Graphics Display
Rotation (rpm)
Oil pressure (kg/cm2)
Run Air
Run Normal Oil
Emergency
stop Error
Normal L1-0
Operating conditions
M10
L1-2
36001800
0
0
5.0 10 L2-0
Conveyance System
2) PTs can inform on-site personnel of current conditions that need to be ad-
dressed. Depending on the nature of the situation, built-in or external buzzers
can be sounded to alert personnel to problems that have developed. De-
pending on factors such as distance from the host, the number of devices
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connected, and the response time, any of a variety of communications meth-
ods may be selected.
Abnormality
occurs!
Device PC
(Flashing display)
Air pressure is abnormal.
Please check
PT
EMERGENCY STOP
3) PTs can input data for controlling certain operations and communicating
information to the host. Setting switches and a ten-key pad allows a PT to be
used as a control panel. In the example shown below, touch switches used
for inputs to the host are displayed. When this screen is displayed, the on-
site operator can control a device by means of touch switches.
Normal
operation
Device PC
Run
Stop Left Right Down
Up (Touch switches
created by Support
Tool.)
PT
Crane Operation
Aside from touch switches, the PT can provide inputs by means of numeric
settings and externally connected switches. The illustration below shows a
numeric setting screen that can be used for inputting numeric data.
Tank A
Tank C
Tank E
Tank B
Tank D
Tank F
Change Set
1 2 3
MENU
4 5 6
7 8 9
0HO
ME C
0800 0990
0000 0550
0654 0650
The screens used for these operations can be created in advance by using
the “Support Tool” software on a personal computer. The screen data that is
created using the Support Tool can be printed out, saved to a diskette, or
transferred to the PT. An FA Computer, a Programmable Controller, or a
compatible device can be used as the host.
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1-2 Features
The NT600-series PTs provide a choice of three models depending on the
input specifications of your system. You can also choose either of two types
of display devices. Any of six methods can be selected for communicating
with the host, which may be an FA Computer, a Programmable Controller, or
a compatible device.
The PTs have a drip-proof front panel structure when the dust cover is
mounted to protect the display area and the key input area.
Either of two types of display can be selected: an STN liquid crystal display
with a backlight, or a yellow-orange EL (electro-luminescent) display.
Screens at the PT can be changed, messages can be received, and num-
bers can be displayed from the host. The PT, in turn, can transmit key inputs
and numbers back to the host.
A maximum of 1000 screens can be registered. As many as 64 rectangular
or circular lamps can be created for a single screen, up to a total of 256 and
direct connection can be used without restrictions. Character strings, numer-
als, bar graphs and simple graphics can also be created and registered.
Depending on the input specifications of the control system, any of three
NT600M types may be selected: the touch panel (DT) type, the non-touch-
panel type (DN), and the function key type (DF). DT-type PTs enable the user
to create and use as many as 64 touch switches per screen, up to a total of
256 and direct connection can be used without restrictions. DN-type PTs al-
low the connection of 12-key Function Key Units, up to a maximum of 32 in-
put points and 16 output points. DF-type PTs enable various inputs by means
of 12 function keys.
Screens can be changed on-site, using touch switches, function keys, or ex-
ternal inputs. The screen-changing capability can be allocated to touch
switches or function keys at the time that the screens are created in advance
by the Support Tool.
Screen data can be written by means of commands from the host when an
RS-232C or RS-422A Host Interface Unit is mounted.
The direct connection function can be used to directly correlate host data
areas with PT operations. Ordinarily, instructions to the PT and inputs from
the PT are executed in response to commands from the host. Such com-
mands are not required for direct connection, however, and thus the size of
the host program can be greatly reduced. The direct connection can only be
used by DT-type PTs, with the restrictions on Host I/F Units, System ROM,
and Support Tool versions shown in the following table.
PT System ROM Host Interface Unit Support Tool
NT600M-DT12
2
NT600M-SMR31-E NT600M-LK201 Host Link Interface Unit NT20M-ZASAT-EV4
(Version40orlater)
2
NT600M-DT211 NT600M-SMR32-E NT600M-LB122-V1 C200H Host Interface Unit
(V
ers
i
on
4
.
0
or
l
a
t
er
)
NT-ZA3AT-EV2
When direct connection is used, the PT data is as follows:
Lamps 255 per screen (with no limit on number registered)
Touch switches 128 per screen (with no limit on number registered)
Character string data
memory 50 places per screen (with a maximum of 512 registered)
Wide Selection of Models
Drip-proof Structure
Clear Display
Two-way Communications
with Host
Display Functions
Input Options
Standalone Capability
Online Transfer
Direct Connection
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1-3 Terminology and NT-series Manuals
Names of items in this manual related to the NT-series Programmable Termi-
nals and SYSMAC C-series Programmable Controllers are defined in the
following tables.
Abbreviations The following abbreviations are used in the text.
Abbreviation Term Meaning
PT Programmable Terminal Refers to an OMRON NT-series Programmable Terminal.
PC Programmable
Controller Refers to an OMRON SYSMAC C-series or CV-series Programmable Controller, or programmable controllers manufactured by other companies.
I/F interface A communications device that connects the Programmable Terminal with
peripheral devices.
I/O input/output Refers to PT and PC inputs and outputs.
SYSMAC Terminology
Terminology Explanation
SYSMAC A generic name for OMRON’s Programmable Controllers.
Host Link System A system employing SYSMAC C-series Host Link Units used to create a communications bus
between PCs, between PCs and PTs, etc.
SYSMAC BUS A remote I/O network created between SYSMAC C-series PCs and input/output devices.
C200H An OMRON SYSMAC C-series Programmable Controller.
Reference Manuals The NT20M/NT2000M Series and NT600M Series are covered in the seven
manuals described below.
Name of Manual Contents Manual No.
NT20M/NT2000M Operation
Manual This manual provides specifications, functions, and operating instructions for the NT20M and NT2000M Programmable Terminals. V001
NT600M Operation Manual This manual provides specifications, functions, and operating
instructions for NT600M Programmable Terminals. V002
NT-series Host Interface Unit
Operation Manual This manual covers the commands, controls, and communications specifications for operating the NT20M and the NT600M. Refer to
this manual when programming host computer communications.
V003
NT20M/NT600M Support Tool
Operation Manual This manual covers methods for creating screens, including screen data preparation, switches, lights, and alarms.
(for NT20M-ZASAT-EV4)
V004
NT-series Host Interface Unit
Direct Connection Operation
Manual
This manual covers the Direct Connection feature which has been
added to the Host Interface Unit. V015
NT-series RS-232C/RS-422A
Interface Unit Operation Manual This manual covers the commands, controls, and communications specifications for operating the NT20M and the NT600M with the
RS-232C/RS-422 Interface Unit. Refer to this manual when
programming host computer communications.
V016
NT-series Support Tool Operation
Manual This manual covers methods for creating screens, including screen data preparation, switches, lights, and alarms. (NT-ZA3AT-EV2) V028
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1-4 Models
1-4-1 NT600M Programmable Terminals
There are three types of NT600M PTs, shown in the following table. There
are also two types of display from which to choose.
PT Display device Model number System ROM Screen data mem.
Touch panel (DT) LCD with backlight NT600M-DT122 Purchased separately.
Varies according to
Purchased separately.
Screen data memory
EL NT600M-DT211
Varies
according
to
which Host Interface
Unit is installed
Screen
data
memor
y
boards can be SRAM
or IC sockets for
Without touch panel (DN) EL NT600M-DN211 Unit is installed. or IC sockets for
commercially
il bl EPROM
Function Key Unit (DF) LCD with backlight NT600M-DF122
y
available EPROM or
EEPROM.
Type of Unit
DT: Touch-panel
DN: Non-touch-panel
DF: Function-key
NT600M-series, basic model
NT600M-jj122/211
1-4-2 Screen Data Memory Boards
A Screen Data Memory Board is required for registering screen, character
string, and numeric data. The Screen Data Memory Board is not built into the
PT and must be purchases separately.
Memory capacity
Type of memory
P: IC socket type
R: SRAM-type
Screen Data Memory Board
NT600M-series, basic model
NT600M-Mjjjj
Model Type of memory Memory capacity Remarks
NT600M-MP251
NT600M-MR641
NT600M-MR151
NT600M-MR251
IC socket type
SRAM
SRAM
SRAM
(Depends on memory chip.)
64K
128K
256K
IC-socket for memory chip*
Type and capacity fixed.
Type and capacity fixed.
Type and capacity fixed.
Note *The NT600M-MP251 provides only an IC socket and is not equipped with a
memory chip. The memory chip must be installed by the user.
Memory Chips The memory chips that can be installed in the NT600M-MP251 IC socket are
shown in the table below. Use either the model shown here or an equivalent.
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If an equivalent is not used, the capacity of the memory backup battery may
not be sufficient.
Type Memory
capacity Model Recommended memory chips
SRAM 32K bytes RAM22-15 HM62256ALP-15 (Hitachi).
128K bytes RAM13-10 HM628128LP-10 (Hitachi).
EPROM 64K bytes ROM-KD-B M5M27C512AK-12 (Mitsubishi)
128K bytes ROM13-12B HN27C101AG-12 (Hitachi).
256K bytes ROM23-15B M5M27C201K-15 (Mitsubishi)
EEPROM 32K bytes EER22-20 HN58C256P-20 (Hitachi).
Screen memory capacity varies according to which Screen Data Memory
Board is installed. The screen memory capacity, in turn, determines the num-
ber of screens that can be registered. Use the table below as a guide to se-
lect the amount of memory suitable for your needs.
Screen memory capacity Number of registered screens
32K bytes Mostly messages: 40 screens
Mostly graphics: 15 screens
64K bytes Mostly messages: 120 screens
Mostly graphics: 40 screens
128K bytes Mostly messages: 250 screens
Mostly graphics: 100 screens
256K bytes Mostly messages: 600 screens
Mostly graphics: 200 screens
Note The table above is strictly a guide. If the messages or other display data per
screen increase, the number of screens that can be registered will decrease.
Likewise, if the messages decrease, the number of screens that can be reg-
istered will increase.
1-4-3 System ROM
Purchase the System ROM according to the NT600M and Host Interface Unit
models that are used.
NT600M
Host I/F Unit
NT600M-DT122/211
NT600M-DN122/211
NT600M-DF122
NT600M-DT122
NT600M-DT211
NT600M-LK201 (RS-232C) (see note 1)
NT600M-LK202 (RS-422A)
NT600M-LK201 (Host Link) (see note 1)
NT600M-RT201 (SYSMAC BUS)
NT600M-SMR01-EV1 ---
NT600M-LB122-V1 (C200H) (see note 1) NT600M-SMR02-EV1 ---
NT600M-LK201 (see note 1) (Host Link) --- NT600M-SMR31-E (Direct connection
can be used when version 4 of the
Support Tool is used.)
NT600M-LB122-V1 (C200H) (see note 2) --- NT600M-SMR32-E (Direct connection
can be used when version 4 of the
Support Tool is used.)
Memory Capacity and
Number of Screens
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Note 1. RS-232C Interface Units and Host Link Interface Units are the same
(NT600M-LK201). Change the communications specifications by means
of the internal DIP switch.
Communications
01: RS-232C, RS-422A, SYSMAC WAY,
SYSMAC BUS Interface
02: C200H Host Interface
03: SYSMAC BUS/2, 32/32 Parallel Interface
31: Host Interface Direct Connection
32: C200H Host Interface
NT600M-series, basic model
NT600M-SMRjj-EVj
Overseas specifications (English)
System ROM
Version
2. For the NT600M-LB122-V1, set the pin 4 of the Interface Unit’s DIP switch
SW2 ON or OFF to determine whether to allow direct connection or not.
Without direct connection: Turn ON pin 4 of SW2
With direct connection: Turn OFF pin 4 of SW2.
1-4-4 Host Interface Units
The Host Interface Unit provides the interface for communications between
the PT and the host (either a Programmable Controller or an FA computer).
The Host Interface Unit models that can be used with the NT600M PT are
shown in the table below. Select the Host Interface Unit to match the commu-
nications specifications of the system.
Model number
Communications specifications
LK: Serial communications
RT: Remote communications
LB: C200H Host Interface
NT600M-series, basic model
NT600M-jjjjj
Name Model number Remarks
RS-232C Interface Unit NT600M-LK201 Connect for general-purpose communications with an FA
com
p
uter or
p
ersonal com
p
uter For communications with a
RS-422A Interface Unit NT600M-LK202 compu
t
er or persona
l
compu
t
er.
F
or commun
i
ca
ti
ons w
ith
a
SYSMAC PC, connect to an ASCII Unit.
SYSMAC BUS Interface Unit NT600M-RT121 Can be connected as a Slave Unit in a SYSMAC Wired Remote
I/O System.
Host Link Interface Unit NT600M-LK201 Can communicate one-to-one with a SYSMAC Host Link Unit.
C200H Host Interface Unit NT600M-LB122-V1 Can be connected to a SYSMAC C200H, C20H, C40H, or C60H
PC to provide the functions of an Expansion I/O Rack.
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1-4-5 12-key Function Key Units (for DN-type)
Function-key input for NT600M non-touch panel (DN) type models is made
possible by attaching an NT600M-FK210 12-key Function Key Unit.
NT600M-DN211 PT
(Without touch panel)
NT600M-FK210
12-key Function Key Unit
1-5 Support Tools
NT600M screen data, memory table data, and system data are all created by
the Support Tool. In order to fully utilize the functions of the NT600M PTs,
use the NT-ZA3AT-EV2 Support Tool or a version of NT20M-ZASAT-EV4 or
higher.
NT20M-ZASAT-EVj
Version
Compatible platform
AT: IBM PC/AT compatible
Floppy disk size
3: 3.5 inch
5: 5.25 inch
S: 3.5 and 5 inch
Support software
NT model
NT: NT Series (common)
NT20M: NT20M Series
Overseas specifications (English)
Contrast Between Functions when New and Old Versions of Peripheral Devices are Used
(1) I/O Functions
Function NT20M-ZASAT
Support Tool NT600M-SMRjjj System ROM PT Models Remarks
-EV4
onwards -EV1 -EV1 -E
Lamps (bit designation)
Display attributes: Lit or
flashing
FXFXAll models X: Only “lit” is available
for bit designation
control.
Touch switches: Reverse
video display during input
(yes or no)
FXFXDT-type only X: Setting not possible.
Standalone function FXFX All models X: Cannot be used.
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