Pro-face Pro-face ST Series User manual

User Manual
ST Series

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Preface
Thank you for purchasing the Pro-face ST Series programmable operator interface (hereafter referred to as the "ST unit").
ST Series units are small-sized, low-cost operator interfaces equipped with high-resolution 3.8 inch QVGA displays.
Now, a compact, full-graphic display is available for you.
Please read this manual carefully as it explains, step by step, how to use the ST correctly and safely.
Also, in this manual's examples, the Mitsubishi MELSEC-AnA Series PLC is referred to, whenever possible, in a point-
to-point connection.
© Copyright 2005 Digital Electronics Corporation. All rights reserved.
All Company/Manufacturer names used in this manual are the registered trademarks of those companies.
Note
1. It is forbidden to copy the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, except for the user’s personal use, without
the express permission of Digital Electronics Corporation of Japan.
2. The information provided in this manual is subject to change without notice.
3. This manual has been written with care and attention to detail; however, should you find any errors or omissions,
please contact Digital Electronics Corporation and inform them of your findings.
4. Please be aware that Digital Electronics Corporation shall not be held liable by the user for any damages, losses,
or third party claims arising from any uses of this product.

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Essential Safety Precautions
This manual includes procedures that must be followed to operate the ST correctly and safely. Be sure to read this manual
and any related materials thoroughly to understand the correct operation and functions of this unit.
Safety Icons
Throughout this manual the following icons are provided next to ST operation procedures requiring special attention, and
provide essential safety information. These icons indicate the following levels of danger:
warning: Indicates situations where severe bodily injury, death or major equipment damage can occur.
System Design
Indicates situations where severe bodily injury, death or major equipment dam-
age can occur.
Indicates situations where slight bodily injury or machine damage can occur.
Do not create ST touch panel switches that could possibly endanger the safety of equipment and personnel. Damage
to the ST, its I/O unit(s), cable(s), and other related equipment can cause an output signal to remain continuously ON
or OFF and possibly cause a major accident. Therefore, design all monitoring circuits using limit switches, etc. to
detect incorrect device movement. To prevent accidents related to incorrect signal output or operation, design all
switches used to control vital machine operations so they are operated via a separate control system.
Please design your system so that equipment will not malfunction due to a communication fault between the ST and
its host controller. This is to prevent any possibility of bodily injury or material damage.
Do not use the ST unit as a warning device for critical alarms that can cause serious operator injury, machine damage
or production stoppage. Critical alarm indicators and their control/activator units must be designed using stand-alone
hardware and/or mechanical interlocks.
The ST is not appropriate for use with aircraft control devices, aerospace equipment, central trunk data transmission
(communication) devices, nuclear power control devices, or medical life support equipment, due to these devices’
inherent requirements of extremely high levels of safety and reliability.
Do not create switches used to control machine safety operations, such as an emergency stop switch, or a ST touch
screen icon. Be sure to install these switches as separate hardware switches, otherwise severe bodily injury or equip-
ment damage can occur.

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Touch Panel
Wiring
When using the ST with : transportation vehicles (trains, cars and ships), disaster and crime prevention devices, var-
ious types of safety equipment, non-life support related medical devices, etc., redundant and/or failsafe system
designs should be used to ensure the proper degree of reliability and safety.
After the ST's backlight burns out, unlike the ST’s "Standby Mode", the touch panel is still active. If the operator
fails to notice that the backlight is burned out and touches the panel, a potentially dangerous machine operation error
can occur.
If your ST's backlight suddenly turns OFF, use the following steps to determine if the backlight is actually burned
out.
1) If your ST is not set to "Standby Mode" and the screen has gone blank, your backlight is burned out.
2) Or, if your ST is set to Standby Mode, but touching the screen does not cause the display to reappear, your back-
light is burned out.
To prevent electrical shock or equipment damage, unplug the ST unit's power cord from the power supply prior to
installing or wiring the ST.
Be sure to replace the ST's plastic terminal block cover after wiring is completed, since operating the ST without the
cover may lead to an electric shock.
Do not use power beyond the ST's specified voltage range. Doing so may cause a fire or an electric shock.

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Battery Replacement
Installation/Maintenance
Installation/Maintenance
Wiring
The ST uses a lithium battery for backing up its internal clock data. If the battery is incorrectly replaced, the battery
may explode. To prevent this, please do not replace the battery yourself. When the battery needs to be replaced,
please contact your local ST distributor.
High voltage runs through the ST. Except for replacing the backlight, never take apart the ST, otherwise an electrical
shock can occur.
Do not modify the ST unit. Doing so may cause a fire or an electric shock.
Do not use the ST in an environment where flammable gasses are present, since operating the ST may cause an
explosion.
Be sure to securely connect all cable connectors to the ST. A loose connection may cause incorrect input or output.
Ground the ST's FG line separately from other units’ FG lines. Putting these FG lines too close may cause an electric
shock or unit malfunction. Be sure to use a grounding resistance of 100W or less and a 2mm2or thicker wire, or your
country's applicable standard.

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Display Device
Unit Disposal
Be sure the ST's rated voltage is within the designated range, and that the power terminal lines are correctly attached.
If the voltage supplied differs from the rated voltage, or incorrect wiring or grounding is performed, it may cause a
fire or unit malfunction.
Use only the designated torque to tighten the ST's terminal block screws. If these screws are not tightened firmly, it
may cause a short-circuit, fire, or ST malfunction.
Be careful that metal filings and wiring debris do not fall inside the ST, since they can cause a fire, ST malfunction,
or incorrect unit operation.
The liquid crystal panel contains a powerful irritant and if for any reason the panel is damaged and this liquid con-
tacts any part of your body, be sure to wash that area with running water for 15 minutes. If any of this liquid enters
your eye, flush your eye for 15 minutes with running water and contact a physician.
When this unit is disposed of, it should be done so according to your country's regulations for similar types of indus-
trial waste.
This mark is applicable only in Taiwan.

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General Safety Precautions
About the Operation Environment
• Do not strike the touch panel with a hard or pointed object, or press on the touch panel with too much force, since it
may damage the touch panel or the display.
• Do not install the ST where the ambient temperature can exceed the allowed range. Doing so may cause the ST to mal-
function or shorten its operation life.
• Do not restrict or limit the ST’s naturally occurring rear-face ventilation, or store or use the ST in an environment that
is too hot.
• Do not use this unit in areas where large, sudden temperature changes can occur. These changes can cause condensa-
tion to form inside the unit., possibly causing the unit to malfunction.
• Do not allow water, liquids, metal or charged particles to enter inside the ST's case, since they can cause either a ST
malfunction or an electrical shock.
• Do not use or store the ST in direct sunlight, or in excessively dusty or dirty environments.
• Do not store or use the unit where strong jolting or excessive vibration can occur.
• Do not store or use the ST where chemicals (such as organic solvents, etc.) and acids can evaporate, or where chemi-
cals and acids are present in the air.
Corrosive chemicals:Acids, alkalines, liquids containing salt
Flammable chemicalsOrganic Solvents
• Do not use paint thinner or organic solvents to clean the ST, since they can cause either discoloration or a ST malfunc-
tion.
• Do not store or operate the LCD display in areas receiving direct sunlight, since the sun's UV rays may cause the LCD
display quality to deteriorate.
• Storing this unit in areas at a temperature lower than is recommended in this manual specifications may cause the LCD
display liquid to congeal, which may damage the panel. Conversely, if the storage area temperature becomes higher
than the allowed level, the LCD liquid will become isotropic, causing irreversible damage to the LCD. Therefore, be
sure to store the panel only in areas where temperatures are within those specified in this manual.
• Do not connect or disconnect the communication cable between the ST and the host during power-ups.
About the Screen Data
• Due to the possibility of unexpected accidents, be sure to back up the ST’s
screen data regularly.

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About the ST's Display Panel
• The ST's currently displayed data, its voltage*1 and brightness setting each affect the intensity of Contouring. (i.e,
when some parts of the screen are brighter than others, creating a wavelike pattern)
• There are minute grid-points (dark and light) on the Display Panel's surface. This is part of the ST's design and not a
defect.
• Extended shadows, or "Crosstalk" may appear on the sides of screen images. This is normal for an LCD display.
• Sometimes the display area may look as if the display colors have changed. This is a common attribute of LCD's and
is not a defect.
• Displaying a single image for long periods can cause an afterimage to remain when the display is changed to another
screen.
To prevent this effect:
• Use the ST's "Stand-by Mode", which automatically turns the screen OFF when there is no input for a
specified period of time.
• Write "FFFh" to the System Data Area's “Screen Display Off” address*2 to turn the screen display OFF when the
following actions are not performed for the user's designated period of time.
• Change Screen
• Touch Screen
• Alarm Display
• Do not display any single screen for a long period of time. Try to periodically change the screen display.
*1 If the ST's voltage is at the very low end of its allowable range, it may effect the intensity of contouring.
SEE 6.3.1 System Setup (Page 6-4)
*2 The following addresses assume all System Data Area settings are entered. If they are not all entered, the
correct word address may be different from those given here.
With the Direct Access Method use System Data Area word address +9
With the Memory Link Method use System Data Area word address +12
GP-PRO/PB III for Windows Device/PLC Connection Manual
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ST Series Model Names
The ST Series refers to the following ST model numbers:
Package Contents
The ST's packing box contains the items listed below. Please check to confirm that all items shown below have been included.
ST Unit (1) Installation Guide (1)
Installation Gasket (1) Installation Fasteners
<pre-installed> (4/set)
Power Plug (1) <pre-installed>
This unit has been carefully packed, with special attention to quality. However, should you find anything damaged or
missing, please contact your local ST distributor immediately for prompt service.
Series Model Name Model Type Comments GP Type in Screen
Editor
ST Series
ST400 ST400-AG41-24V
UL/c-UL
Approved, CE
Marked
ST400
ST401 ST401-AG41-24V ST401
ST402 ST402-AG41-24V ST402
ST403 ST403-AG41-24V ST403
ST400-AG41-24V
ST401-AG41-24V
ST402-AG41-24V
ST403-AG41-24V
Installation
Guide
F1
F1
F2
F2
F3
F3
F4
F4
F5
F5
F6
F6

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UL/c-UL Application Notes
The ST400-AG41-24V/ST401-AG41-24V/ST402-AG41-24V/ST403-AG41-24V units are UL/c-UL listed product.
ST400-AG41-24V (UL Registration Model: 3180053-02)
ST401-AG41-24V (UL Registration Model: 3180053-03)
ST402-AG41-24V (UL Registration Model: 3180053-04)
ST403-AG41-24V (UL Registration Model: 3383102-01)
The ST unit conform to the following standards.
• UL508 UL File No.220851 Safety of Industrial Equipment
• UL1604*1 UL File No.182139 Safety of Information Technology Equipment for use in Class I and II, Division 2, and
Class III Hazardous (classified) locations.
• CAN-C22.2 No.213-M1987 Non-incendive Electrical Equipment for use in Class I, Division 2 Hazardous Locations
(Industrial Products)
• CAN-C22.2 No.14 Industrial Control Equipment
Installation Precautions
• The ST unit must be used indoors only.
• The ST unit should be installed in the front face of a metal panel.
• If the ST unit is mounted so as to cool itself naturally, please mount it on a vertical panel. Also, ensure that the ST unit
is mounted at least 100 mm away from any other adjacent structures or machine parts. If these conditions are not met,
the heat generated by the ST unit internal components may cause it to fail to meet UL standards.
• The ST’s FACE section is evaluated as an Enclosure, and all other areas are evaluated as an Open Enclosure.
• The ST’s FACE section satisfies NEMA#250 4X/12 requirements.
• The ST’s rear is not qualified as an Enclosure. Build the ST unit into an end-use product and make up an Enclosure
which conforms with standards as the entire equipment.
• Be sure to supply power(DC24V) from a Class II circuit.
UL1604 /CSA-C22.2 No.213 Compliance and Handling Cautions
1. Power and input/output (I/O) wiring must be in accordance with Class I, Division 2 wiring methods - Article 501-
4(b) of the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70 or as specified in Section 18-152 for installation within Canada.
2. This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D Hazardous Locations.
3. WARNING: Explosion hazard - substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I, Division 2.
*1 ST400-AG41-24V/ST401-AG41-24V/ST402-AG41-24V/ST403-AG41-24V units with revision code
“A” or later are all UL1604 compliant
Revision Information (Page10)
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4. WARNING: Explosion hazard - when in hazardous locations, turn the power OFF before replacing or wiring mod-
ules.
5. WARNING: Explosion hazard - Confirm that the power supply has been turned OFF before disconnecting equipment
or confirm that the location is not subject to the risk of explosion.
6. WARNING: Explosion hazard - DO NOT connect/disconnect equipment unless area is known to be non-hazardous
or the power has been switched off. TOOL port is for system set-up and diagnostics in a nonhazardous location area
only.
CE Marking Notes
The ST400-AG41-24V, ST401-AG41-24V, ST402-AG41-24Vand ST403-AG41-24V are CE marked products that con-
form to EMC directives EN55011 Class A and EN61000-6-2.
* For detailed CE marking information, please contact your local ST distributor.
Revision Information
Use the metallic label attached to the rear of the ST to identify your unit revision code. This code is at the bottom of the
label, to the right of EV Inthis example, the asterisk mark (*) is in the position, which means this unit revision code is
“D”.
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Documentation Conventions
The list below describes the documentation conventions used in this manual.
Indicates important information or procedures that must be followed for correct and
risk-free software/device operation.
screen editor Indicates the GP-PRO/PBIII for Windows screen editor software (version 6.30 or higher). For information on how to confirm the version, refer to the “GP-PRO/PB for
Windows Operation Manual”, which is supplied with the screen editor software.
PLC Abbreviation for Programmable Logic Controller.
* Indicates useful or important supplemental information.
(1), (2) Indicates steps in a procedure. Be sure to perform these steps in the order given.
Provides useful or important supplemental information.
Refers to useful or important supplemental information.
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Preface......................................................................................................................................1
Note..........................................................................................................................................1
Essential Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................2
ST Series Model Names...........................................................................................................8
Package Contents.....................................................................................................................8
UL/c-UL Application Notes.....................................................................................................9
CE Marking Notes .................................................................................................................10
Revision Information .............................................................................................................10
Documentation Conventions..................................................................................................11
CHAPTER 1 Introduction
1.1 Prior to Operating the ST..............................................................................................1-2
1.2 System Design ..............................................................................................................1-3
1.2.1 ST Series System Design.....................................................................................................1-3
1.3 Accessories ...................................................................................................................1-9
CHAPTER 2 Specifications
2.1 General Specifications..................................................................................................2-2
2.1.1 Electrical..............................................................................................................................2-2
2.1.2 Environmental......................................................................................................................2-2
2.1.3 Structural..............................................................................................................................2-3
2.2 Functional Specifications..............................................................................................2-4
2.2.1 Display.................................................................................................................................2-4
2.2.2 Memory................................................................................................................................2-5
2.2.3 Touch Panel and Clock........................................................................................................2-5
2.2.4 Touch Panel and Function keys...........................................................................................2-5
2.2.5 Interfaces..............................................................................................................................2-6
2.3 Interface Specifications.................................................................................................2-8
2.3.1 ST400-AG41-24V ...............................................................................................................2-8
2.3.2 ST401-AG41-24V ...............................................................................................................2-8
2.3.3 ST402-AG41-24V ...............................................................................................................2-9
2.3.4 ST403-AG41-24V .............................................................................................................2-11
2.4 Part Names and Functions ..........................................................................................2-12
2.5 Dimensions .................................................................................................................2-13
2.5.1 ST Series External Dimensions.........................................................................................2-13
2.5.2 Panel Cut Dimensions........................................................................................................2-14
2.5.3 Installation Fasteners.........................................................................................................2-14
CHAPTER 3 Installation and Wiring
CONTENTS

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3.1 Installation.....................................................................................................................3-2
3.1.1 Installation Procedures.........................................................................................................3-2
3.2 Wiring Precautions........................................................................................................3-7
3.2.1 Connecting the Power Cord.................................................................................................3-7
3.2.2 Connecting the Power Supply.............................................................................................3-9
3.2.3 Grounding ..........................................................................................................................3-10
3.2.4 I/O Signal Line Placement.................................................................................................3-11
3.3 Tool Connector............................................................................................................3-11
3.4 Ethernet Cable Connector...........................................................................................3-12
CHAPTER 4 Data Transfer
4.1 Serial Data Transfer ......................................................................................................4-2
4.2 Ethernet Data Transfer..................................................................................................4-5
CHAPTER 5 OFFLINE Mode
5.1 Entering OFFLINE Mode.............................................................................................5-2
5.1.1 After Plugging in the Power Cord .......................................................................................5-2
5.1.2 From the Menu Bar..............................................................................................................5-3
5.2 OFFLINE Mode Main Menu........................................................................................5-4
5.3 Initialization..................................................................................................................5-5
5.4 Self-Diagnosis...............................................................................................................5-7
CHAPTER 6 Initializing the ST
6.1 Initialization Screen......................................................................................................6-2
6.2 Initialization Items........................................................................................................6-3
6.3 System Environment Setup...........................................................................................6-4
6.3.1 System Setup........................................................................................................................6-4
6.3.2 System Area Setup...............................................................................................................6-5
6.3.3 Global Window Setup..........................................................................................................6-7
6.3.4 Character String Data Setup.................................................................................................6-8
6.4 Set Up I/O...................................................................................................................6-11
6.4.1 SET UP SIO.......................................................................................................................6-11
6.4.2 Communication Setup........................................................................................................6-13
6.4.3 Set Up Touch Panel............................................................................................................6-13
6.4.4 Display Setup.....................................................................................................................6-16
6.4.5 Printer Setup.......................................................................................................................6-16
6.4.6 Expansion Serial Setup ......................................................................................................6-17
6.4.7 Expansion Serial Environment Setup ................................................................................6-18
6.4.8 COMMUNICATION PORT SETUP.................................................................................6-18

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6.5 PLC Setup...................................................................................................................6-19
6.5.1 SET UP OPERATION SURROUNDINGS (1:1/n:1)........................................................6-19
6.5.2 Station Setup (n:1) .............................................................................................................6-20
6.5.3 Customize Setup (n:1) .......................................................................................................6-22
6.5.4 Ethernet Setup....................................................................................................................6-24
6.5.5 SYSLOG Setup..................................................................................................................6-25
6.5.6 Others Setup.......................................................................................................................6-26
6.5.7 Self-Diagnosis....................................................................................................................6-26
6.6 Initialize Internal Memory..........................................................................................6-27
6.6.1 Initialize ST Memory.........................................................................................................6-27
6.7 Set Up Time................................................................................................................6-28
6.8 Set Up Screen..............................................................................................................6-29
6.9 Font Setting.................................................................................................................6-30
CHAPTER 7 RUN Mode and Errors
7.1 RUN Mode....................................................................................................................7-2
7.1.1 After Connecting the Power Cord .......................................................................................7-2
7.1.2 Via OFFLINE Mode............................................................................................................7-3
7.2 Self-Diagnosis...............................................................................................................7-4
7.2.1 Self-Diagnosis Item List......................................................................................................7-4
7.2.2 Self-Diagnosis - Details.......................................................................................................7-5
7.3 Troubleshooting............................................................................................................7-8
7.3.1 Possible Types of Trouble....................................................................................................7-8
7.3.2 No Display...........................................................................................................................7-9
7.3.3 No ST/Host Communication .............................................................................................7-11
7.3.4 Touch Panel Does Not Respond ........................................................................................7-13
7.3.5 Buzzer Sounds when ST power is turned ON...................................................................7-14
7.3.6 Clock Settings Cannot be Entered.....................................................................................7-14
7.3.7 Error Screens .....................................................................................................................7-14
7.4 Error Messages ...........................................................................................................7-15
7.4.1 Error Message List.............................................................................................................7-15
7.5 Error Message Details.................................................................................................7-17
7.5.1 System Errors.....................................................................................................................7-17
7.5.2 Illeagal Address in Screen Data.........................................................................................7-19
7.5.3 PLC Com. Error.................................................................................................................7-20
7.5.4 Clock Setup Error..............................................................................................................7-21
7.5.5 Screen Tag Limit Exceeded (max. of 384) ........................................................................7-22
7.5.6 OBJ. PLC Has Not Been Setup .........................................................................................7-22
7.5.7 D-Script and Global D-Script Errors.................................................................................7-22
7.5.8 Extended SIO Script Error.................................................................................................7-23

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CHAPTER 8 Maintenance
8.1 Regular Cleaning ..........................................................................................................8-2
8.1.1 Cleaning the Display............................................................................................................8-2
8.1.2 Installation Gasket Check/Replacement ..............................................................................8-2
8.2 Periodic Check Points...................................................................................................8-4
8.3 Changing the Backlight.................................................................................................8-4
Index

1-1
1Introduction
1.1 Prior to Operating the ST
1.2 System Design
1.3 Accessories

ST Series User’s Manual
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1.1 Prior to Operating the ST
Be sure to follow these steps when creating projects for the ST unit.
(1) Preparation
Before using the GP, check that all required hardware is present and read all specification, wiring, and
installation information.
(2) Select and the PLC types
Using the input areas provided, select the ST PLC types and the PLC types to be used.
(3) Create Screen/ Run Screen Setup
Setup the screen and tags in your screen editing software according to your Screen Design.
(4) Transfer Screen Data
Transfer the data from the Screen editor software on your PC to the ST unit using the Data Transfer
Cable.
(5) GP/Host Connection
Set up the ST so that it can receive data from the Host (PLC).
(6) Connect the ST
Link the ST with the host (PLC) using the appropriate connection cable (different cables may be neces-
sary for different hosts), and then operate the unit.
SEE
Specifications (Page 2-1) and Installation and Wiring (Page 3-1)
SEE
GP-PRO/PBIII for Windows Operation Manual and Tag Reference Manua
SEE
GP-PRO/PBIII for Windows Operation Manual and Tag Reference Manual
SEE
Initializing the ST (Page 6-1), and GP-PRO/ PBIII for Windows Device/PLC Connection Man-
ual
SEE
GP-PRO/PBIII for Windows Device/PLC Connection Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction
1-3
1.2 System Design
1.2.1 ST Series System Design
The following diagram represents the standard items connected to the ST Series unit.
ST RUN Mode Peripherals
ST400-AG41-24V
*1 This feature can only be used with Mitsubishi A, QnA and FX Series PLCs. For a list of compatible
units,
*2 For a list of compatible software,
*3 For recommended units,
*4 Certain types and models of PLCs cannot be connected.
*5 For details about connecting,
SEE
GP-PRO/PBIII for Windows Device/PLC Connection Manual (included with the screen editor
software)
SEE
GP-PRO/PBIII for Windows Device/PLC Connection Manual (included with the screen editor
software)
SEE
Recommended Units (Page 1-8)
SEE
GP-PRO/PBIII for Windows Operation Manual (included with the screen editor software)
SEE
GP-PRO/PBIII for Windows Device/PLC Connection Manual (included with the screen editor
software)
RUN Mode
ST Unit
Data Transfer Cable
GPW-CB02
GPW-CB03
Personal
Computer Mitsubishi GPP
Software*2
Bar-Code Reader*3
(Limited to tested models)
RS-422 Cable
CA3-CBL422/5M-01 *4Host Controller
PLC etc.
Mitsubishi PLC FX Series
Connection Cable
CA3-CBLFX/1M-01
CA3-CBLFX/5M-01
When using the Internal 2-Port feature*1
Mitsubishi PLC
A, QnA FX Series
2-Port Adaptor II
GP070-MD11*5
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Tool Connector
X Port
Mitsubishi A Connection Cable
CA3-CBLA-01
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