Panasonic FP7 Series User manual

Programmable Controller
FP7 Analog Cassette
User's Manual
Supported models
FP7 Extension Cassette (Function Cassette)
●Analog I/O Cassette (Product no.
AFP7FCRA21)
●Analog Input Cassette (Product no.
AFP7FCRAD2)
●Thermocouple Input Cassette (Product no.
AFP7FCRTC2)
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Introduction
Thank you for buying a Panasonic product. Before you use the product, please carefully read
the installation instructions and the users manual, and understand their contents in detail to use
the product properly.
Types of Manual
● There are different types of user’s manual for the FP7 series, as listed below. Please refer to
a relevant manual for the unit and purpose of your use.
● The manuals can be downloaded from our Download Center: https://
industrial.panasonic.com/ac/e/dl_center/.
Unit name or purpose of
use Manual name Manual code
FP7 Power Supply Unit FP7 CPU Unit User’s Manual
(Hardware) WUME-FP7CPUH
FP7 CPU Unit
FP7 CPU Unit Command Reference Manual WUME-FP7CPUPGR
FP7 CPU Unit User’s Manual
(Logging Trace Function) WUME-FP7CPULOG
FP7 CPU Unit User’s Manual
(Security Function) WUME-FP7CPUSEC
Instructions for Built-in
LAN Port
FP7 CPU Unit User’s Manual
(LAN Port Communication) WUME-FP7LAN
FP7 CPU Unit User’s Manual
(Ethernet Expansion Function) WUME-FP7CPUETEX
FP7 CPU Unit User’s Manual
(EtherNet/IP Communication) WUME-FP7CPUEIP
Web Server Function Manual WUME-FP7WEB
Instructions for Built-in
COM Port
FP7 Series User’s Manual
(SCU Communication) WUME-FP7COM
FP7 Extension Cassette
(Communication)
(RS-232C / RS485 type)
FP7 Extension Cassette
(Communication)
(Ethernet Type)
FP7 Series User’s Manual
(Communication Cassette Ethernet Type) WUME-FP7CCET
FP7 Extension (Function)
Cassette
Analog Cassette
FP7 Analog Cassette User’s Manual WUME-FP7FCA
FP7 Digital Input / Output Unit FP7 Digital Input / Output Unit User’s Manual WUME-FP7DIO
FP7 Analog Input Unit FP7 Analog Input Unit User’s Manual WUME-FP7AIH
FP7 Analog Output Unit FP7 Analog Output Unit User’s Manual WUME-FP7AOH
FP7 Thermocouple Multi-
analog Input Unit
FP7 Thermocouple Multi-analog Input Unit
FP7 RTD Input Unit
User’s Manual
WUME-FP7TCRTD
FP7 RTD Input Unit
FP7 Multi Input / Output Unit FP7 Multi Input / Output Unit User’s Manual WUME-FP7MXY
FP7 High-speed counter unit FP7 High-speed Counter Unit User’s Manual WUME-FP7HSC
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Unit name or purpose of
use Manual name Manual code
FP7 Pulse Output Unit FP7 Pulse Output Unit User’s Manual WUME-FP7PG
FP7 Positioning Unit FP7 Positioning Unit User’s Manual WUME-FP7POSP
FP7 Serial Communication
Unit FP7 Series User’s Manual (SCU Communication) WUME-FP7COM
FP7 Multi-wire Link Unit FP7 Multi-wire Link Unit User’s Manual WUME-FP7MW
FP7 Motion Control Unit FP7 Motion Control Unit User’s Manual WUME-FP7MCEC
PHLS System PHLS System User’s Manual WUME-PHLS
Programming Software
FPWIN GR7 FPWIN GR7 Introduction Guidance WUME-FPWINGR7
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Safety Precautions
● In order to prevent injuries and accidents, always adhere to the following.
● Always read this manual thoroughly before performing installation, operation, maintenance, and inspection,
and use the device correctly.
● Ensure you are familiar with all device knowledge, safety information, and other precautions before use.
● In this manual, safety precaution levels are classified into "warnings" and "cautions".
Cases where dangerous situations are expected to arise whereby the user could die or
suffer serious injury if product is handled incorrectly
● Implement safety measures externally from this product so that the entire system can operate safely even if
a failure occurs due to a fault in this product or some external factor.
● Do not use in an atmosphere containing flammable gases.
Doing so could cause explosions.
● Do not dispose of this product by placing it in fire.
This could cause splitting of batteries, electronic components, etc.
Cases where dangerous situations are expected to arise whereby the user could suffer
injury or physical damage could occur if product is handled incorrectly
● In order to prevent the product from generating abnormal heat or emitting smoke, use the product with some
margin to the guaranteed characteristics and performance values.
● Do not disassemble or modify the product.
Doing so could cause abnormal heat generation or smoke.
● Do not touch electrical terminals while the power is on.
There is a risk of electrical shock.
● Construct external emergency stop and interlock circuits.
● Securely connect wires and connectors.
Poor connections can cause abnormal heat generation or smoke.
● Do not allow foreign materials such as liquids, combustibles, or metals, to enter inside the product.
Doing so could cause abnormal heat generation or smoke.
● Do not perform work (connection, disconnection, etc.) while the power is on.
There is a risk of electrical shock.
● If methods other than those specified by our company are used when operating this product, the protection
functions of the unit may be lost.
● This product was developed and manufactured for use in industrial environments.
Copyright / Trademarks
● The copyright of this manual is owned by Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX Co., Ltd
● Unauthorized reproduction of this manual is strictly prohibited.
● Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
● Other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Handling Precautions
■In this manual, the following symbols are used to indicate safety information that
must be observed.
Indicates an action that is prohibited or a matter that requires caution.
Indicates an action that must be taken.
Indicates supplemental information.
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Indicates details about the subject in question or information useful to remember.
Indicates operation procedures.
FP7 Connector Compatibility
The connectors of old and new model FP7CPU units and add-on cassettes (hereinafter
"cassettes") are shaped differently. Please use old model cassettes with old model units and
new model cassettes with new model units as shown in the table below.
■Old Model
Type Old Product No.
CPU unit AFP7CPS41ES, AFP7CPS41E, AFP7CPS31ES, AFP7CPS31E, AFP7CPS31S,
AFP7CPS31, AFP7CPS21
Serial Communication
Unit
AFP7NSC
Cassette AFP7CCS1、AFP7CCS2、AFP7CCM1、AFP7CCM2、AFP7CCS1M1、
AFP7CCET1、AFP7FCA21、AFP7FCAD2、AFP7FCTC2
■New Model
Type New Product No.
CPU unit AFP7CPS4RES, AFP7CPS4RE, AFP7CPS3RES, AFP7CPS3RE, AFP7CPS3RS,
AFP7CPS3R, AFP7CPS2R
Serial Communication
Unit
AFP7NSCR
Cassette AFP7CCRS1、AFP7CCRS2、AFP7CCRM1、AFP7CCRM2、AFP7CCRS1M1、
AFP7CCRET1、AFP7FCRA21、AFP7FCRAD2、AFP7FCRTC2
● Each FP7 unit can be connected to the CPU unit of a new or old model.
● Firmware version upgrades for the CPU unit are available for both new and old models.
● When attaching expansion cassettes to the FP7CPU unit, please use only old models, or only
new models. Trying to attach a combination of old models and new models may cause
damage.
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Table of Contents
1 Unit Functions and Restrictions..........................................................1-1
1.1 Unit Functions and How They Work ...................................................1-2
1.1.1 Functions of Cassettes .................................................................... 1-2
1.1.2 Types and Model Numbers of Cassettes ......................................... 1-2
1.2 Restrictions on Combinations of Units................................................1-3
1.2.1 Restrictions on Power Consumption................................................ 1-3
1.2.2 Applicable Versions of Unit and Software ........................................ 1-3
1.2.3 Restrictions on the Combination of Extension Cassettes ................ 1-3
2 Specifications........................................................................................2-1
2.1 Analog I/O Cassette and Analog Input Cassette ................................2-2
2.1.1 Input Specifications (AFP7FCRA21 / AFP7FCRAD2) ..................... 2-2
2.1.2 Output Specifications (AFP7FCRA21)............................................. 2-3
2.1.3 Switch Settings ................................................................................ 2-3
2.1.4 Wiring............................................................................................... 2-4
2.1.5 Input Conversion Characteristics (AFP7FCRA21 / AFP7FCRAD2) 2-6
2.1.6 Output Conversion Characteristics (AFP7FCRA21) ........................ 2-7
2.2 Thermocouple Input Cassette.............................................................2-9
2.2.1 Input Specifications (AFP7FCRTC2) ............................................... 2-9
2.2.2 Switch Settings ................................................................................ 2-9
2.2.3 Wiring............................................................................................... 2-10
2.2.4 Input Conversion Characteristics ..................................................... 2-11
3 I/O Allocation and Programs................................................................3-1
3.1 I/O Allocation.......................................................................................3-2
3.1.1 I/O Allocation.................................................................................... 3-2
3.2 Sample Programs ...............................................................................3-3
3.2.1 Example of Analog Input/Output ...................................................... 3-3
3.2.2 Example of Thermocouple Input ...................................................... 3-3
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1 Unit Functions and
Restrictions
1.1 Unit Functions and How They Work ...................................................1-2
1.1.1 Functions of Cassettes .................................................................... 1-2
1.1.2 Types and Model Numbers of Cassettes ......................................... 1-2
1.2 Restrictions on Combinations of Units................................................1-3
1.2.1 Restrictions on Power Consumption................................................ 1-3
1.2.2 Applicable Versions of Unit and Software ........................................ 1-3
1.2.3 Restrictions on the Combination of Extension Cassettes ................ 1-3
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1.1 Unit Functions and How They Work
1.1.1 Functions of Cassettes
1
3
2
2
1
1
2
■Using these cassettes attached to the CPU unit enables analog I/O control.
● An analog input and analog output can be controlled by attaching these extension cassettes
to the CPU unit.
● It is selectable from three types of cassettes in accordance with the intended use.
■Input and output with simple programs
● For input data, a digital conversion value (0 to 4000) is read as an input device (WX).
● For output data, a digital value (0 to 4000) is converted to analog output data by being
written into an output device (WY).
■The input and output range is switchable.
● The range can be switched with the switches on each cassette. The current input is switched
according to wirings.
■Equipped with the thermocouple disconnection alarm function (Thermocouple
input cassette)
● When a thermocouple is disconnected, the value is digitally converted to the fixed value
(K8000) so that you can determine the situation is not normal.
1.1.2 Types and Model Numbers of Cassettes
Name Model No.
FP7 Extension
Cassette
(Function Cassette)
Analog I/O cassette 2-ch Input, 1-ch output AFP7FCRA21
Analog input cassette 2-ch input AFP7FCRAD2
Thermocouple Input
Cassette
2-ch input AFP7FCRTC2
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1.2 Restrictions on Combinations of Units
1.2.1 Restrictions on Power Consumption
The internal current consumption of the unit is as follows. Make sure that the total current
consumption is within the capacity of the power supply with consideration of all other units used
in combination with this unit.
Name Specifications Model No. Current
consumption
FP7 Extension
Cassette
(Function
Cassette)
Analog I/O cassette 2-ch Input, 1-ch output AFP7FCRA21 75 mA or less
Analog input cassette 2-ch input AFP7FCRAD2 40 mA or less
Thermocouple Input
Cassette
2-ch input AFP7FCRTC2 45 mA or less
1.2.2 Applicable Versions of Unit and Software
For using the above function cassettes, the following versions of unit and software are required.
Items Applicable version
FP7 CPU Unit Ver.2.0 or later
Programming tool software
FPWIN GR7 Ver.2.0 or later
1.2.3 Restrictions on the Combination of Extension Cassettes
There are following restrictions depending on units and cassettes to be used.
Unit type
Number of
attachable
cassettes
Attachable extension cassettes
Communication
cassette
AFP7CCRS*
AFP7CCRM*
Communication
cassette
AFP7CCRET1
Function cassette
AFP7FCR*
CPU Unit Max. 1 unit ● ● ●
Serial
Communication Unit
Max. 2 units
Per unit ● Not attachable Not attachable
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2 Specifications
2.1 Analog I/O Cassette and Analog Input Cassette ................................2-2
2.1.1 Input Specifications (AFP7FCRA21 / AFP7FCRAD2) ..................... 2-2
2.1.2 Output Specifications (AFP7FCRA21)............................................. 2-3
2.1.3 Switch Settings ................................................................................ 2-3
2.1.4 Wiring............................................................................................... 2-4
2.1.5 Input Conversion Characteristics (AFP7FCRA21 / AFP7FCRAD2) 2-6
2.1.6 Output Conversion Characteristics (AFP7FCRA21) ........................ 2-7
2.2 Thermocouple Input Cassette.............................................................2-9
2.2.1 Input Specifications (AFP7FCRTC2) ............................................... 2-9
2.2.2 Switch Settings ................................................................................ 2-9
2.2.3 Wiring............................................................................................... 2-10
2.2.4 Input Conversion Characteristics ..................................................... 2-11
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2.1 Analog I/O Cassette and Analog Input Cassette
2.1.1 Input Specifications (AFP7FCRA21 / AFP7FCRAD2)
■Input specifications
Items Description
No. of input points 2 channels (non-insulated between channels)
Input range
Voltage 0-10 V, 0-5 V (Can be set individually. Switchable)
Current 0-20 mA
Digital conversion value K0 to K4000(Note 1)
Resolution 1/4000 (12-bit)
Conversion speed 1 ms/channel
Total accuracy ±1% F.S. or less (0 to 55°C)
Input impedance
Voltage 1 MΩ
Current 250 Ω
Absolute max. input
Voltage -0.5 V, +15 V (Voltage input)
Current +30 mA (Current input)
Insulation method
Between analog input terminal and internal digital circuit part: Transformer
insulation, isolation IC insulation
Between analog input terminal and analog output terminal: Transformer
insulation, isolation IC insulation
(Note 1) When the analog input values exceed the upper and lower limits of the input range, the digital values
maintain the upper and lower limit values.
(Note 2) Because of 12-bit resolution, the higher 4 bits of digital conversion value are always zero.
(Note 3) The time shown in the figure below is required to reflect analog input values in the input device area
(WX) read by the CPU unit.
(Note 4) Averaging is not processed within the cassettes. Perform averaging with programs as necessary.
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2.1.2 Output Specifications (AFP7FCRA21)
■Output specifications
Items Description
No. of output points 1 channel/cassette
Output range
Voltage 0 – 10 V, 0 – 5 V (Switchable)
Current 0 – 20 mA
Digital value K0 - K4000
Resolution 1/4000 (12-bit)
Conversion speed 1 ms/channel
Total accuracy ±1% F.S. or less (0 to 55°C)
Output impedance 0.5 Ω (Voltage output)
Output max. current 10 mA (Voltage output)
Output allowable load
resistance 600 Ω or less (current output)
Insulation method
Between analog output terminal and internal digital circuit part: Transformer
insulation, isolation IC insulation
Between analog output terminal and analog input terminal: Transformer insulation,
isolation IC insulation
■Precautions on the characteristics of analog I/O cassette
● When the power to the CPU unit turns on or off, voltage (equivalent to 2 V) may be output for
approx. 2 ms from the analog I/O cassette. If it will be a problem on your system, take
necessary measures externally to avoid the transitional condition, e.g. turning on PLC before
external devices or turning off external devices before PLC.
2.1.3 Switch Settings
● Set the range selection switches on the cassette before wiring.
■Range selection switches (AFP7FCRA21)
SW No. Name Voltage / Current I/O
1
3
2
1Output range selection
switch(Note 1)
10 V 0 to +10 V
5 V 0 to +5 V
2 CH0 input range selection switch
10 V 0 to +10 V
5 V/I 0 to +5 V / 0 to +20 mA
3 CH1 input range selection switch
10 V 0 to +10 V
5 V/I 0 to +5 V / 0 to +20 mA
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(Note 1) When using it as analog current output, it works in either case, regardless of the setting of the
switches.
■Range selection switches (AFP7FCRAD2)
SW No. Name Voltage / Current input
2
1
1 CH0 input range selection switch
10 V 0 to +10 V
5 V/I 0 to +5 V / 0 to +20 mA
2 CH1 input range selection switch
10 V 0 to +10 V
5 V/I 0 to +5 V / 0 to +20 mA
2.1.4 Wiring
■Wiring Diagram
Voltage input Current input
V
COM
I
Analog device V
COM
I
Analog device
0 20mA
*1
(Note 1) For the current input, short-circuit the V and I terminals.
Voltage output Current output
Analog device Analog device
V
COM
I
V
COM
I
■Precautions on wiring
● Use double-core twisted-pair shielded wires. It is recommended to ground them. However,
depending on the conditions of the external noise, it may be better not to ground the
shielding.
● Do not have the analog input wiring close to AC wires, power wires, or load. Also, do not
bundle it with them.
● Do not have the analog output wiring close to AC wires, power wires, or load. Also, do not
bundle it with them.
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● On the output circuit, a voltage amplifier and a current amplifier is connected in parallel to
one D/A converter IC. Do not connect an analog device to the voltage output terminal and
current output terminal of the same channel simultaneously.
Voltage amplifier
Current amplifier
DA
converter
micro-
computer
Terminal block
■Terminal layout diagram (AFP7FCRA21)
Voltage input Current input
V
V
V
COM
COM
COM
OUT
CH0
IN
CH1
IN
CH0
IN
CH1
IN
I
I
I
V
V
COM
COM
COM
OUT
※1
※1
Output device
Output device
(Note 1) Connect the V and I terminals for using it as current input.
■Terminal layout diagram (AFP7FCRAD2)
Voltage input Current input
CH0
CH1
V
V
COM
COM
CH0
CH1
I
I
V
V
COM
COM
*1
*1
(Note 1) Connect the V and I terminals for using it as current input.
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2.1.5 Input Conversion Characteristics (AFP7FCRA21 / AFP7FCRAD2)
■0V to 10V DC input
Conversion characteristics graph Table of A/D converted values
Input voltage (V) Digital value
0.0 0
2.0 800
4.0 1600
6.0 2400
8.0 3200
10.0 4000
When exceeding the rated range
Input voltage (V) A/D converted value
0 V or less (Negative value) 0
10 V or more 4000
■0V to 5V DC input
Conversion characteristics graph Table of A/D converted values
Input voltage (V) Digital value
0.0 0
1.0 800
2.0 1600
3.0 2400
4.0 3200
5.0 4000
When exceeding the rated range
Input voltage (V) A/D converted value
0 V or less (Negative value) 0
5 V or more 4000
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■0mA to 20mA DC input
Conversion characteristics graph Table of A/D converted values
Input current (mA) Digital value
0.0 0
5.0 1000
10.0 2000
15.0 3000
20.0 4000
When exceeding the rated range
Input current (mA) Digital value
0 mA or less (Negative
value) 0
20 mA or more 4000
2.1.6 Output Conversion Characteristics (AFP7FCRA21)
■0V to 10V DC output
Conversion characteristics graph Table of D/A converted values
Digital value Output voltage (V)
0 0.0
800 2.0
1600 4.0
2400 6.0
3200 8.0
4000 10.0
When exceeding the rated range
Digital input value Output voltage (V)
Negative value(Note 1)
10.0
4001 or more
(Note 1) Digital input values are processed as unsigned 16-bit data (US).
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■0V to 5V DC output
Conversion characteristics graph Table of D/A converted values
Digital value Output voltage (V)
0 0.0
800 1.0
1600 2.0
2400 3.0
3200 4.0
4000 5.0
When exceeding the rated range
Digital input value Output voltage (V)
Negative value(Note 1)
5.0
4001 or more
(Note 1) Digital input values are processed as unsigned 16-bit data (US).
■0mA to 20mA output
Conversion characteristics graph Table of D/A converted values
Digital value Output current (mA)
0 0.0
1000 5.0
2000 10.0
3000 15.0
4000 20.0
When exceeding the rated range
Digital value Output current (mA)
Negative value(Note 1)
20.0
4001 or more
(Note 1) Digital input values are processed as unsigned 16-bit data (US).
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