Oriental motor OPX-2A User manual

HM-40142
Data Setter OPX-2A
OPERATING MANUAL Before Use
Thank you for purchasing an Oriental Motor product.
This Operating Manual describes product handling procedures and safety precautions.
• Please read it thoroughly to ensure safe operation.
• Always keep the manual where it is readily available.
Table of contents
1Safety precautions..............................2
2Introduction.........................................3
3Preparation.........................................5
3.1 Checking the product..............................5
3.2 Names and functions of parts.................5
3.3 How to read the display..........................6
3.4 How to read the LED indicators..............6
3.5 Types of modes ......................................7
3.6 Edit lock function.....................................7
3.7 Basic operations of the OPX-2A .............8
3.8 Rewriting the data...................................9
4Installation and connection of the
OPX-2A ............................................10
4.1 Location for installation.........................10
4.2 Installation method................................10
4.3 Connection method...............................11

1 Safety precautions
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1 Safety precautions
The precautions described below are intended to prevent danger or injury to the user and other personnel
through safe, correct use of the product. Use the product only after carefully reading and fully
understanding these instructions.
Also read the “Safety precautions” sections in the operating manuals that came with the product you are
combining with the OPX-2A.
Warning
Handling the product without observing the instructions that accompany a
“Warning” symbol may result in serious injury or death.
Caution
Handling the product without observing the instructions that accompany a
“Caution” symbol may result in injury or property damage.
Note
Note
The items under this heading contain important handling instructions that the
user should observe to ensure safe use of the product.
Warning
General
• Do not use the product in explosive or corrosive environments, in the presence of flammable gases,
locations subjected to splashing water, or near combustibles. Doing so may result in fire, electric shock
or injury.
• Assign qualified personnel the task of installing, wiring, operating/controlling, inspecting and
troubleshooting the product. Failure to do so may result in fire, electric shock or injury.
• When the applicable product’s protection function is triggered, first remove the cause and then clear
the protection function. Continuing the operation without removing the cause of the problem may
cause malfunction of the applicable product, leading to injury or damage to equipment.
Repair, disassembly and modification
• Do not disassemble or modify the data setter. This may cause electric shock or injury. Refer all such
internal inspections and repairs to the branch or sales office from which you purchased the product.
Caution
General
• Do not use the applicable product beyond their specifications, or electric shock, injury or damage to
equipment may result.
Operation
• Provide an emergency stop device or emergency stop circuit external to the equipment so that the
entire equipment will operate safely in the event of a system failure or malfunction. Failure to do so
may result in injury.
Disposal
• To dispose of the data setter, disassemble it into parts and components as much as possible and dispose
of individual parts/components as industrial waste.

2 Introduction
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2 Introduction
Only qualified personnel should work with the product.
Use the product correctly after thoroughly reading the section “1 Safety precautions” on p.2.
The product described in this manual has been designed and manufactured for use in general industrial
machinery, and must not be used for any other purpose. Oriental Motor Co., Ltd. is not responsible for
any damage caused through failure to observe this warning.
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Structure of the manual
The OPX-2A comes with the manuals specified below.
• OPERATING MANUAL Before Use (this document)
Names and functions of parts of the OPX-2A, how to read the display area, overview of basic operations,
and installation and connection, are explained, among others.
• OPERATING MANUAL for each applicable product
The screen transitions and setting items are explained, among others, for each product used in
combination with the OPX-2A.
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Overview of the product
The OPX-2A is a data setter that lets you set operating data and parameters, perform monitoring, etc.
So that the OPX-2A is used correctly and safely, thoroughly read the operating manual that came with
product you are using and understand the basic operating procedures and other details of the applicable
product.
Note The setting items and screen transitions vary depending on the product used in
combination with the OPX-2A.
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Features of the OPX-2A
The OPX-2A can be used not only to set applicable product operating data and parameters, but it also
serves as a storage location for applicable product data. Applicable product data is saved in the areas
called “data banks”. Four data banks are provided.
Data bank 1
Data bank 0
Data bank 2
Data bank 3
Applicable
product
A
pplicable
product
Set operating data and parameters.
Up to 4 sets of operating data and
parameters can be saved.
Copy one set to the
applicable product.
OPX-2A

2 Introduction
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Specifications
Connection Mini DIN, 8 pins
External dimensions 96 (W)×72 (H)×21.5 (D) mm
[3.78 (W)×2.83 (H)×0.85 (D) in.]
Cable length 5 m (16.4 ft.)
Mass 0.25 kg (8.8 oz)
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Applicable product
Refer to “Information” (HM-40108) for the products that can be used in combination with the OPX-2A.
These products are referred to as an “applicable product” in this document.
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Hazardous substances
RoHS (Directive 2002/95/EC 27Jan.2003) compliant

3 Preparation
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3 Preparation
This chapter explains the items you should know before using the OPX-2A.
3.1 Checking the product
Verify that the items listed below are included. Report any missing or damaged items to the branch or
sales office from which you purchased the product.
• OPX-2A ..........................................................1 unit
• OPERATING MANUAL (CD-ROM) .............1 pc.
• Information......................................................1 copy
3.2 Names and functions of parts
Display
This area shows the motor position,
operating data, parameters, alarms, etc.
LED indicators
These LED indicators are used to indicate
the mode of the OPX-2A and
the applicable product status.
Use this button to select data or change
the displayed item or move to the next
lower level.
Use this button to change the mode or
move to the next upper level.
Use these buttons to change the selected item or set operating data and parameters.
Use these buttons to increase or decrease the value
or change the selected item
Use these buttons to navigate through each data
or parameter to a desired digit.
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Notation
In this manual, keys are denoted by symbols, such as .
In figures, a simplified illustration of the display and LED indicators is used, as shown below.

3 Preparation
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3.3 How to read the display
The display consists of 7-segment LEDs. (The number “5” and alphabet “S” are the same.)
1234567890
A
•
Numbers
+ -
• Signs
• Alphabet
BCDEFGHI J
KL MNOPQRST
UVWY
3.4 How to read the LED indicators
When the operation mode is changed or an alarm or warning generates, a corresponding LED will be lit.
While the motor is operating or the edit lock function is enabled, the condition is also indicated by the
illumination of a corresponding LED.
Lit in the copy mode
Lit in the test mode
Lit in the parameter mode
Lit in the data mode
Lit in the monitor mode
Lit when an alarm is
p
resent
Lit when a warning is present
Lit while the motor is operating
Not used Lit when the edit lock function is enabled
Not used
Not used

3 Preparation
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3.5 Types of modes
The OPX-2A has multiple modes. The mode will change every time the key is pressed.
The display starts in the monitor mode when the power is turned on. Modes that can be selected vary
depending on the applicable product.
Monitor mode
(MON)
Copy mode
(COPY)
Test mode
(TEST) Parameter mode
(PAR)
Data mode
(DATA)
The mode changes
every time the key
is pressed.
When the mode is changed, the LED indicator corresponding to the previous mode will turn off and the
one corresponding to the new mode will be lit.
Identify the current operation mode based on the LED indicator currently lit.
3.6 Edit lock function
Enable the edit lock function if you want to prevent operating data and parameters from being edited or
cleared.
Parameters cannot be changed or deleted while the edit lock function is enabled.
• Setting the edit lock function
In the top screen of each mode, press the key for at
least 5 seconds.
The display will show “LocK” and the edit lock function will
be enabled.
The “LOCK” LED in the LED indicator area will also be lit.
"LOCK" lit
• Canceling the edit lock function
Again in the top screen of each operation mode, press the
key for at least 5 seconds.
The display will show “UnLocK” and the edit lock function
will be cancelled.
The “LOCK” LED in the LED indicator area will turn off.
"LOCK" unlit

3 Preparation
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3.7 Basic operations of the OPX-2A
Use the six keys to set data and operate the motor.
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Operation flow
The OPX-2A is operated according to the flow shown below.
Level 2: Item selection screen Level 3Level 1: Top screen in each mode
12
3
4
toUse
navigate through
the modes.
to moveUse
to the next lower level.
to moveUse
to the next upper level.
Use to
move to the
previous item.
Use to
move to the
next item.
①Use the key to select a desired mode appropriate for your intended operation.
Example: If you want to use a function in the test mode, press the key to select the test
mode (indicated by a lit “TEST” LED). The top screen of the test mode is displayed.
②Press the key to move to the next lower level.
③Use the keys to select a desired item.
④To move to the next lower level, press the key.
To return to the previous level, press the key.
As explained above, use the key to navigate through the levels and use the keys to
select a desired item. This is the basic operation flow.
Note If the key on the OPX-2A is pressed while internal processing is being
performed, the top screen will not change to any of its sub-screens and “mEm-bUSY”
will be shown on the display. Be sure to wait until all internal processing is completed,
before pressing the key.

3 Preparation
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How to input values
As an example, how to change “+30” to “−100” is explained.
Basic operations
• Use the keys to increase/decrease the value or change the sign.
Use the keys to move to the digit you want to edit.
• If positive and negative values are differentiated, each value is preceded by a sign.
• You can edit the digit currently blinking.
1. First, change the 10’s place from “3” to “0.”
Press the key once to move to the 10’s digit you want to
edit.
2. Press the key three times to change the value to
“0.”
3. Next, change the 100’s place from “0” to “1.”
Press the key once to move to the 100’s digit you want
to edit.
4. Press the key to change the value to “1.”
5. Next, change the sign.
Press the key once to move to the sign digit you want to
edit.
6. Press the or key once to change the sign to
“−.”
7. After all digits have been changed, press the key
to confirm the value.
All digits comprising the value blink for approx. 2 seconds.
Note If the value you have input is outside the setting
range, “Error” will be displayed for 1 second.
If this error display appears, input a different value
that falls within the allowable setting range.
Confirmed
Once
3 times
Once
Once
Once
or
3.8 Rewriting the data
Operating data and parameters saved in the memory of the applicable product can be rewritten up to
approx. 100,000 times.
The saved data is rewritten when certain operations, such as those listed below, are performed
(the specific operations vary depending on the applicable product):
• Change any operating data or parameter
• Download data from the OPX-2A to the applicable product
• Initialize operating data and parameters
• Preset the current position
• Preset Z-phase
• Offset the analog speed input
• Offset the analog torque input

4 Installation and connection of the OPX-2A
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4 Installation and connection of the
OPX-2A
4.1 Location for installation
The OPX-2A is designed and manufactured for installation in equipment.
Install it in a well-ventilated location that provides easy access for inspection. The location must also
satisfy the following conditions:
• Inside an enclosure that is installed indoors (provide vent holes)
• Operating ambient temperature 0 to +40 °C (+32 to +104 °F) (non-freezing)
• Operating ambient humidity 85% or less (no condensation)
• Area that is free of explosive atmosphere or toxic gas (such as sulfuric gas) or liquid
• Area not exposed to direct sun
• Area free of excessive amount of dust, iron particles or the like
• Area not subject to splashing water (rain, water droplets), oil (oil droplets) or other liquids
• Area free of excessive salt
• Area not subject to continuous vibration or excessive shocks
• Area free of excessive electromagnetic noise (from welders, power machinery, etc.)
• Area free of radioactive materials, magnetic fields or vacuum
• 1000 m (3300 ft.) or less above sea level
4.2 Installation method
Using a metal plate of 1 to 3 mm (0.04 to 0.12 in.) in thickness, insert the OPX-2A into the mounting
hole from the front side and securely affix the OPX-2A.
92
+0.8
0
(3.62 )
+0.031
0
(2.68 )
+0.028 0
68
+0.7 0
•Dimension of mounting hole [mm (in.)]

4 Installation and connection of the OPX-2A
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Removing method
Press all of the four hooks provided on top and
bottom of the OPX-2A. In this condition, press
the OPX-2A forward to release.
Hook
4.3 Connection method
Plug the connector attached to the end of the OPX-2A cable into the communication connector on the
applicable product, and then turn on the power to the applicable product.
A
pplicable product
Connect to communication
connector
Communication
connector∗
∗ The position of the communication connector
varies depending on the applicable product.
Note • When operating data and parameters are set on the OPX-2A, they will be stored in
the applicable product. Once stored in the applicable product, the data will not be
cleared even after the OPX-2A is disconnected from the applicable product.
• Turning on the power to the applicable product will also turn on the power to the
OPX-2A. Turning off the applicable product power will turn off the OPX-2A power.
• Turn off the applicable product power before connecting or disconnecting the
OPX-2A cable. If 24 VDC power is being supplied, also turn off the 24 VDC power
supply.
Have you installed and connected your data setter OPX-2A correctly?
The specific setting items and screen transitions vary depending on the product used. Refer to the
OPX-2A operating manual for each applicable product you are combining with your OPX-2A, and
follow the instructions.

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of any information, circuit, equipment or device provided or referenced in this manual.
• Characteristics, specifications and dimensions are subject to change without notice.
• While we make every effort to offer accurate information in the manual, we welcome your input. Should you find
unclear descriptions, errors or omissions, please contact the nearest office.
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