SMC Networks LAT3 Series User manual

PRODUCT NAME
Card Motor
Model / Series / Product Number
LAT3 Series
Doc No. LA∗-OMP0023-A
Controller
LATC4 Series

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Contents
Safety Instructions........................................................................... 3
1. Start up procedures / Simple settings for quick start............... 5
1. 1 Preparation .......................................................................................................... 5
1. 2 Controller settings ............................................................................................ 7
1. 3 Test operation using a computer...............................................................10
1. 4 Operation by PLC............................................................................................15
2. Product Outlines........................................................................ 20
2. 1 How to Order ....................................................................................................20
2. 2 System structure.............................................................................................21
3. Specifications............................................................................. 22
3. 1 Card Motor.........................................................................................................22
3. 2 Controller............................................................................................................26
3. 3 Actuator cable.................................................................................................. 33
3. 4 I/O cable.............................................................................................................33
3. 5 Counter cable....................................................................................................34
3. 6 Controller setting kit ......................................................................................34
3. 7 Multi-counter....................................................................................................35
4. Setting and operation..................................................................... 38
4. 1 Step data setting method.............................................................................38
4. 2 Return to Origin position ..............................................................................41
4. 3 Positioning operation......................................................................................43
4. 4 Pushing operation............................................................................................44
5.5 Measurement ......................................................................................................46
5. Card Motor®/ Specific Product Precautions............................ 48
5. 1 Design / Selection ..........................................................................................48
5. 2 Handling Precautions......................................................................................49
5. 3 Mounting .............................................................................................................51
5. 4 Operating environment ..................................................................................53
5. 5 Maintenance ......................................................................................................54
6. Controller and Peripheral Devices / Specific Product
Precautions .................................................................................... 54
6. 1 Design / Selection ..........................................................................................54
6. 2 Handling Precautions......................................................................................55
6. 3 Installation..........................................................................................................56
6. 4 Power supply.....................................................................................................56
6. 5 Grounding ...........................................................................................................57
6. 6 Wiring....................................................................................................................57

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6. 7 Operating environment ..................................................................................58
6. 8 Maintenance ......................................................................................................58
7. Common Precautions for wiring and cables........................... 59
8. Alarm detection.......................................................................... 60
8. 1 Alarm LED display ...........................................................................................60
8. 2 Alarms and countermeasures......................................................................61
9. Troubleshooting......................................................................... 62
9. 1 Operation troubles ..........................................................................................62
9. 2 Position / Speed / Thrust troubles..........................................................65

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LAT3 Series/Card Motor
Safety Instructions
These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations and/or equipment damage.
These instructions indicate the level of potential hazard with the labels of "Caution", "Warning" or
"Danger". They are all important notes for safety and must be followed in addition to International
Standards (ISO/ IEC)∗1), and other safety regulations.
∗1) ISO 4414: Pneumatic fluid power -- General rules relating to systems
ISO 4413: Hydraulic fluid power -- General rules relating to systems
IEC 60204-1: Safety of machinery -- Electrical equipment of machines (Part 1: General requirements)
ISO 10218-1992: Manipulating industrial robots -- Safety
etc.
Caution Caution indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
Warning Warning indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
Danger Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
Warning
1. The compatibility of the product is the responsibility of the person who designs the equipment or
decides its specifications.
Since the product specified here is used under various operating conditions, its compatibility with specific
equipment must be decided by the person who designs the equipment or decides its specifications based
on necessary analysis and test results.
The expected performance and safety assurance of the equipment will be the responsibility of the person
who has determined its compatibility with the product.
This person should also continuously review all specifications of the product referring to its latest catalog
information, with a view to giving due consideration to any possibility of equipment failure when configuring
the equipment.
2. Only personnel with appropriate training should operate machinery and equipment.
The product specified here may become unsafe if handled incorrectly.
The assembly, operation and maintenance of machines or equipment including our products must be
performed by an operator who is appropriately trained and experienced.
3. Do not service or attempt to remove product and machinery/equipment until safety is confirmed.
1. The inspection and maintenance of machinery/equipment should only be performed after measures to
prevent falling or runaway of the driven objects have been confirmed.
2. When the product is to be removed, confirm that the safety measures as mentioned above are
implemented and the power from any appropriate source is cut, and read and understand the specific
product precautions of all relevant products carefully.
3.
Before machinery/equipment is restarted, take measures to prevent unexpected operation and malfunction.
4. Contact SMC beforehand and take special consideration of safety measures if the product is to be
used in any of the following conditions.
1. Conditions and environments outside of the given specifications, or use outdoors or in a place exposed
to direct sunlight.
2. Installation on equipment in conjunction with atomic energy, railways, air navigation, space, shipping,
vehicles, military, medical treatment, combustion and recreation, or equipment in contact with food and
beverages, emergency stop circuits, clutch and brake circuits in press applications, safety equipment or
other applications unsuitable for the standard specifications described in the product catalog.
3. An application which could have negative effects on people, property, or animals requiring special safety
analysis.
4. Use in an interlock circuit, which requires the provision of double interlock for possible failure by using a
mechanical protective function, and periodical checks to confirm proper operation.

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LAT3 Series/Card Motor
Safety Instructions
Caution
1. The product is provided for use in manufacturing industries.
The product herein described is basically provided for peaceful use in manufacturing industries.
If considering using the product in other industries, consult SMC beforehand and exchange
specifications or a contract if necessary.
If anything is unclear, contact your nearest sales branch.
Limited warranty and Disclaimer/Compliance Requirements
The product used is subject to the following “Limited warranty and Disclaimer” and “Compliance
Requirements”.
Read and accept them before using the product.
Limited warranty and Disclaimer
1. The warranty period of the product is 1 year in service or 1.5 years after the product is
delivered, whichever comes first. Note)
Also, the product may have specified durability, running distance or replacement parts.
Please consult your nearest sales branch.
2. For any failure or damage reported within the warranty period which is clearly our
responsibility, a replacement product or necessary parts will be provided.
This limited warranty applies only to our product independently, and not to any other damage
incurred due to the failure of the product.
3. Prior to using SMC products, please read and understand the warranty terms and disclaimers
noted in the specified catalog for the particular products.
Note) Vacuum pads are excluded from this 1 year warranty.
A vacuum pad is a consumable part, so it is warranted for a year after it is delivered.
Also, even within the warranty period, the wear of a product due to the use of the vacuum pad or
failure due to the deterioration of rubber material are not covered by the limited warranty.
Compliance Requirements
1. The use of SMC products with products with production equipment for the manufacture of
weapons of mass destruction (VWD) or any other wepaon is strictly prohibited.
2. The exports of SMC products or technology from one country to another are governed by the
relevant security laws and regulation of the countries involved in the transaction. Prior to the
shipment of a SMC product to another country, assure that all local rules governing that
export are known and followed.

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1. Start up procedures / Simple settings for quick start
The procedures from purchasing to start up using a PLC are explained below.
1. 1 Preparation
(1) Items to be prepared
Please check the part numbers on the product labels and the quantity of the accessories to confirm
that the order is correct.
LAT3 series
Part No. Description Quantity
LAT3∗-∗ Card Motor 1 pc
LATH1-∗ Actuator cable 1 pc
LATC4-∗ Card Motor controller 1 pc
(Accessory) Power supply plug 1 pc
(Accessory) Counter plug 1 pc
LATC-W1 Controller setting kit 1 pc
(Accessory) Controller setting cable 1 pc
Items to be prepared by the user.
Description Conditions
Controller power
supply DC24V
Power supply voltage: 24 VDC +/- 10%, 3A or more
(Do not use inrush current limiting type)
Power supply cable
20 AWG / 0.5 mm2
Use a single multi-strand wire for each terminal.
Twist the wires together, and strip the ends as
shown.
∗The insulation should be rated to withstand
60oC temperature minimum.
Wiring of the
power supply plug
Connect the positive terminal of the 24 VDC power supply to the
DC1(+) terminal of the controller power supply plug,
and the negative terminal to the DC1(-) terminal.
Grounding cable
Cable with crimped terminal (cross sectional area: greater than 2 mm2)
Connect to the controller backplate using an M4 screw and
a shakeproof washer.
PC
PC with WindowsXP or Windows7 and USB1.1 or USB2.0 port.
∗ Windows, WindowsXP, and Windows7are registered trademarks of the United
States Microsoft Corporation.
Open / close lever
Push the open / close lever and insert
the wire into the electrical wire entry.
Electrical wire entry
DC1(+)
Controlle
r
power supply plug
24V
Power supply
(24 VDC)
0V
DC1(-)
Card Motor
Actuator cable
Controller setting cable Counter plug
Controller
Controller setting kit
Power supply plug
8mm
Stripped wire length

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(2) Mounting of the Card Motor
【Fixed side / moving side】
Fix the rail to the mounting surface with screws before operating the table.
【Mounting surface】
Keep the flatness of the mounting surface of the table and rail
0.02mm or less.
Insufficient flatness of a work piece mounted to the table or
insufficient flatness of the mounting surface for the rail can cause
play in the guide and an increase in the sliding friction.
Mount the Card Motor on materials with good heat dissipation such as a metal plate.
If heat cannot dissipate, the product may over heat and it may damage the product.
【Mounting screw specifications and tightening torques】
Use stainless steel screws with appropriate length.
Tighten the screws to the recommended tightening torque.
The internal components may get damaged if the maximum screw-in depth is exceeded.
Tightening to a torque greater than the specified range may damage the Card Motor.
Insufficient tightening torque may cause the actuator or the work piece to come loose or position
displacement.
1) Mounting of the Card Motor from the bottom / tapped type.
Screw material SUS
Screw dimensions M3 x 0.5
Recommended tightening torque [Nm] 0.48 to 0.63
L1 (Maximum screw-in depth) [mm] 4.6
L2 (Plate thickness) [mm] 2.1
2) Mounting of the Card Motor from above / through hole type.
Screw material SUS
Screw dimensions M2.5 x 0.45
Recommended tightening torque [Nm] 0.27 to 0.36
L3 (Maximum screw-in depth) [mm] 2.5
L4 (Plate thickness) [mm] 2.1
3) Mounting of the work piece on top of the table.
Screw material SUS
Screw dimensions M3 x 0.5
Recommended tightening torque [Nm] 0.48 to 0.63
L5 (Maximum screw-in depth) [mm] 2.5
【Locating of the Card Motor and work piece】
Locating of the rail to the mounting surface and locating of the work piece onto the table using
the dowel pin holes on the rail and table.
Rail
Table
Dowel pin holes
for locating
the workpiece
Dowel pin holes
for locating
the rail
Rail side
Table side

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(3) Wiring / Connection / Grounding
Warning
Adjusting, mounting, inspection or changes to the wiring should never be done while power is
being supplied to the product.
Electrical shock, malfunction, and breakage can result.
Caution
Refer to the LATC4 series (controller) operation manual for detailed wiring.
(4) Installation of the controller setting software
Install the controller setting software in accordance with the installation procedure (PDF) in the
controller setting software CD-ROM.
1. 2 Controller settings
Card Motor model to be controlled and the controller operating conditions are set using a computer.
(1) Starting the controller setting software
To start the controller setting software, click the controller setting software icon (LATC-W1.exe) after
connecting the wires and supplying power to the controller.
Note) See the installation procedure (PDF) in the Controller Setting Software CD-ROM for
instructions on how to check the COM port number.
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動作中
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動作中
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設定
Card Motor
Actuator cable
Power supply cable
(
to be
p
re
p
ared b
y
the user
)
Power supply plug
(
attached to the controller
)
Controller
M4 screw
Cable with crimped terminal (grounding cable)
Shakeproof washer
(to be prepared by the user)
Counter plug
(
attached to the controller
)
Controller setting cable
(
su
pp
lied with the LATC-W1
)
LATC-W1.EXE
Enter the COM port number of the PC to which the
controller setting cable is connected. Note)
(Once the conversion unit and virtual COM port drivers have been
installed for a certain COM port and communication established,
the same COM port number will automatically be found by the
software when the conversion unit is connected, and the "Please
select COM port No." dialog box may not be displayed again.
PC with WindowsXP or
Windows7
(to be prepared by the
user
)
Power supply
24 VDC
for the controller
(to be prepared by the
user)

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(2) Basic parameter settings
Select the settings in each item described below and
register them to the controller by clicking [Setup].
A. [Card Motor Product Number]:
Select the product number of the applicable Card Motor.
B. [Method to Return to Origin Position]:
Select homing method and position.
C. [Card Motor Mounting Orientation]:
Select horizontal or vertical.
D. [Step Data Input Version]:
Select Cycle Time Entry Method (recommended).
(3) Setting of the operating conditions
–Selection of operation type–
E. Select the [Step Data Setup] page.
F. Select operation type in the “Operation” selection
section.
Positioning operation
When transferring the workpiece to a specific position.
Pushing operation
When applying force to a workpiece or measuring the
size of it.
G. Select movement mode.
Absolute The Card Motor table will move the set
distance in relation to the “Origin Position”.
Relative The Card Motor table will move the set
distance in relation to the current table
position.
(4) Setting of the operating conditions
–Entering of the operating values–
＜In Positioning Operation mode＞
H. Target Position [mm]
Distance from the Origin Position (or current table
position) to the Target Position.
I. Positioning Time [s]
Time required to move to the Target Position.
J. Load Mass [g]
Select the approximate weight of jigs or workpieces
mounted on the Card Motor table.
＜In Pushing Operation mode＞
H. Target Position [mm]
I. Positioning Time [s] ＋K. Thrust Setting Value
J. Load Mass [g]
HI KJ
A
B
C
D
E
F G

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(5) Settings completed (Download)
After the operating conditions have been set in section
(4) above, click the [Download to Controller] button
(L) to complete the settings.
Caution
Refer to the LATC4 series (controller) operation manual for details of the data setting
procedures and buttons.
The Card Motor Product Number set in the Controller Setting Software must correspond with
the connected Card Motor.
If they do not correspond, the Card Motor will operate at a position, speed and thrust different
from the settings leading to operation failure.
Set the approximate value of the work load mounted on the table in the Load Mass box in the
Step Data section and check the operation.
If the actual weight of the workpiece and jig mounted on the Card Motor is largely different from
the work load set in the Step Data, the Card Motor may vibrate or the repeatability performance
may be poor. Check the operating conditions before setting and using the Card Motor.
L

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1. 3 Test operation using a computer
A test operation can be performed using a computer. The operating performance and the controller
settings can be tested and confirmed by operating the Card Motor under the actual operating conditions
using the Card Motor Controller Setting Software in “Test Mode” as follows.
A. Select the “Monitor/Test” tab and switch to “Test Mode”.
(1) Jogging at a set speed
The Card Motor can be jogged at a constant speed as follows.
(i) Click the [Servo Off] button to energize the motor.
(ii) Click the [Return to Origin] button to move the table to the Origin Position.
(iii) Enter the desired Jog [Speed].
(iv) The table can now be moved at the set speed in either direction by pressing either the [<-
(Connector Side)] or the [-> (Opposite Side)] button. The movement will stop when the button is
released.
If it is necessary to stop the operation, press [Servo On] (v) to de-energize the Card Motor.
Warning
Consider the operational behavior of the table when the power supply to the motor is turned off.
When the [Servo On] button is clicked, the Card Motor will be de-energized, the table will no longer
be fixed and can be moved by external forces. Ensure that the table movements cannot cause any
human injury or damage to the equipment.
(ii) (iii)
(iv)(i)
(v)
A

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(2) Inching a set distance
The Card Motor can be jogged a certain distance at a time as follows.
(i) Click the [Servo Off] button to energize the motor.
(ii) Click the [Return to Origin] button to move the table to the Origin Position.
(iii) Enter the desired inching [Speed].
(iv) Enter the desired [Travel Distance].
(v) When either the [+ (Connector Side)] or [- (Opposite Side)] button is clicked once, the table will
move the set travel distance in the specified direction at the set speed.
If it is necessary to stop the operation, press [Servo On] (vi) to de-energize the Card Motor.
Warning
Consider the operational behavior of the table when the power supply to the motor is turned off.
When the [Servo On] button is clicked, the Card Motor will be de-energized, the table will no longer
be fixed and can be moved by external forces. Ensure that the table movements cannot cause any
human injury or damage to the equipment.
Caution
The table will not move outside of the stroke range.
When jogging or inching, the table stops at the stroke end, and does not move outside of the stroke
range even if the button is pressed.
(ii) (iii) (iv)
(i) (v)
(vi)

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(3) Step Data Operation
The operation of individual step data can be checked in accordance with the procedure below. The
operation of each button corresponds with the I/O signals so it is possible to simulate the PLC
operation.
(i) Press [Servo Off] to energize the motor (equivalent to switching ON the SVON signal).
(ii) Press [Return to Origin] to move the table and set the Origin position (equivalent to switching the
DRIVE signal ON when the IN0 to IN3 signals are OFF).
(iii) Select the step data (equivalent to the ON/OFF status of IN0 to IN3).
(iv) Press [Operation start] to start moving the Card Motor in accordance with the selected step data
(equivalent to switching the DRIVE signal ON).
(v) After the operation is completed, click [Operation End (Stop)] to stop the operation (equivalent to
switching the DRIVE signal OFF).
Repeat (iii) to (v).
If it is necessary to stop the operation, press [Servo On] (vi) to de-energize the Card Motor.
Warning
Consider the movements of the table when the Card Motor is de-energized.
If [Servo On] is pressed, no power will be supplied to the Card Motor, so the table will not be fixed
and can be moved by external force. Check that the table movement cannot cause any human
injury or damage to the equipment.
Caution
Consider table movements of the Card Motor and external forces applied to it when the
operation is ended (stopped).
When [Operation End (Stop)] is pressed, the table stops moving. However, power is still supplied
to the Card Motor to maintain the position of the table where it stopped. If an external force is
applied to the table, the motor will generate heat when trying to return to this position. The motor
will over heat and damage the Card Motor.
Do not load the Card Motor with continuous or higher thrust than allowed for a prolonged time.
When a pushing operation step data is selected, the pushing force is continuously generated
from [Operation Start] until [Operation End (Stop)] is pressed.
If a Thrust Setting Value is set higher than the maximum allowable value, the Card Motor will
overheat and an overheating error and operation failure may occur. When a pushing operation
is performed at the maximum allowable set thrust at 100% duty ratio or more, stop (end) the
operation within 10 seconds. Refer to section “4. 4 Pushing operation” (P.44) for specifications
of the relationship between the set thrust and duty ratio.
(vi)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(i)
(v)

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(4) Continuous Operation
The operation of a continuous cycle can be checked in accordance with the procedure below.
A. Selection of Return to Origin Position・・・・・
Select Step “1”, and select the "Return to Origin" option in the ”Step Data Number” column, and tick
the "One Time Ope” operation check box.
B. Selection of Step Data・・・・・
Select and enter the step data in the order they are to be executed from Step 2 onwards (Step 20 is
maximum possible) and enter the required [Operatiing Time] for each step. Note)
C. Setting the [Repeat Count]・・・・・
Enter the amount of times the cycle is to be repeated.
D. Press [Operation Start] to start the operation.
E. Operation End・・・・・
The operation ends and the motor becomes de-energized after the Card Motor has repeated the
amount of cycles set in the [Repeat Count] text box in item C in the figure below.
If it is necessary to stop the operation while the product is operating, click [Operation End] (item E
shown below) and the motor becomes de-energized.
Note) Operating Time: Time required from the start of one step data operation to the start of the next
step data operation. Enter a value larger than the ”Positioning Time” of the
selected step data.
It is not necessary to enter "Operating Time" for the “Return to Origin Position”
function.
The Card Motor will execute the steps in the order they are entered in item B
shown below after the ”Return to Origin Position” operation has been
completed.
A
B
C
D E

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Warning
Consider the table movement.
If the operation is ended (the motor becomes de-energized). Because no power is supplied to
the Card Motor the table will not be fixed and can be moved by external force or by the table’s
own weight (including workpieces). Check that the table movement cannot cause any human
injury or damage to the equipment.
Caution
When an alarm is generated.
If the LED [ALM] on the front of the controller turns red or
flashes, an alarm has been generated.
Press SVON to reset and cancel the alarm after the cause
of the alarm has been cleared.
SVON reset
Click [Servo On] first and then [Servo Off].
Note) The type of the alarm can be detected by checking the combination of lit and flashing
ALARM and POWER LED’s. Refer to section “8. Alarm detection” (P.60) or the LATC4 series
controller operation manual for details of alarm detection.
Complete the ”Basic Parameter Setup” and ”Step Data Setup” settings before operating the
Card Motor.
If the ”Basic Parameter Setup and ”Step Data Setup” settings have not been completed, the Card
Motor will not operate and an alarm will be generated. Refer to section “1.2 Controller settings” (P.7)
for details of Basic Parameter Setup” and Step Data Setup” settings.
In “Monitor Mode” it is not possible to operate the Card Motor with the Controller Setting
Software.
Refer to section ”1.4 (5) Monitor Mode” (P.19) for details of the “Monitor Mode”.
Click Click
LED [PWR]：Green
LED [ALM]： Red

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1. 4 Operation by PLC
The step data set in the controller can be selected and the Card Motor operated to the steps using the
digital I/O signals of a PLC.
Complete and download to the controller the “Basic Parameter Setup” and “Step Data Setup” settings
before operating the product using a PLC. Refer to section “1.2 Controller settings” (P.7) for details of the
setting procedure.
Turn off the Controller Setting Software after the settings have been downloaded to the controller. Then
turn off the controller once and turn it on again, or set it to “Monitor Mode” in the “Monitor/Test” tab of the
Controller Setting Software. Refer to section “1.4 (5) Monitor Mode” (P.19) for details of the “Monitor
Mode”.
(1) Wiring
Switch the power off from the controller, and disconnect the controller setting cable from the controller.
Connect the controller and the PLC with the I/O cable.
(2) I/O cable
A
B
A10
A1 (Red)
B10
B1 (Red)
C
View C
A10 B10
A1 B1
Controller
M4 screw.
Grounding cable with crimped terminal.
Shakeproof washer.
(to be prepared by the user)
24 VDC power supply
for the input / output
signals
(to be prepared by the
user)
Card Motor
Actuator cable
Power supply plug
(
attached to the controller
)
Power supply cable
(
to be
p
re
p
ared b
y
the user
)
Counter plug
(
attached to the controller
)
I/O cable
PLC
(
to be
p
re
p
ared b
y
the user
)
24 VDC power
supply for the
controller
(to be prepared by
the user)

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(2) Parallel I/O connector wiring (Example)
■NPN type ■PNP type
Input signal details Output signal details
Name Details
COM Connect a 24VDC power supply for the input
signals. (Either polarity can be used.)
IN0 to IN3 Bit no. to specify step data number to be
operated.
DRIVE Operation command.
SVON Turn servo ON command.
NC Not connected.
Name Details
DC2 (+) Connect the 24 V terminal of the power
supply for the output signals
DC2 (-) Connect the 0 V terminal of the power
supply for the output signals
BUSY ON when the actuator is moving Note 1)
ALARM OFF in alarm condtion Note 2)
OUT0 to OUT1
Select the required output function among
BUSY, INP, INFP, INF, AREA A, and
AERA B. Note 3)
NC Not connected
Note 1) Output functions other than BUSY can also be
assigned to the BUSY output.
Note 2) This output signal turns ON when power is
supplied to the controller, and turns OFF in alarm
condition (N.C.).
Note 3) INP is set as a default for OUT0, and INF for
OUT1.
Note 4) One output function can be selected respectively
for OUT0 and OUT1.
Internal
resistance
10 k
Ω
B10NC
B9NC
B8NC
B7NC
B6OUT1
B5OUT0
B4ALARM
B3BUSY
B2DC2 (-)
B1DC2 (+)
A10NC
A9NC
A8NC
A7SVON
A6DRIVE
A5
IN3
A4IN2
A3IN1
A2
IN0
A1
COM
CN5
24 VDC
power supply
for the input
si
g
nals
∗
The power
supply can
be either
polarity.
24 VDC
power supply
for the output
signals
Main circuit
Internal
resistance
B10NC
B9NC
B8NC
B7NC
B6OUT1
B5OUT0
B4ALARM
B3BUSY
B2DC2 (-)
B1
DC2 (+)
A10NC
A9NC
A8
NC
A7SVON
A6DRIVE
A5
IN3
A4IN2
A3IN1
A2
IN0
A1
COM
CN5
24 VDC
power supply
for the input
si
g
nals
Main circuit
10 kΩ
∗Maximum output
current: 10 mA
∗Maximum output
current: 10 mA
*2 mA or more is needed
for the input to be ON.
∗
The power
supply can
be either
polarity.
*2 mA or more is needed
for the input to be ON.
24 VDC
power supply
for the output
signals
Functions that can be assigned to the OUT0 and
OUT1 outputs. Note 4)
Name Description
BUSY ON when the actuator is moving. Note 1)
INP ON when the table is within the “INP” output
range of the current “Target Position”.
INF ON when the pushing force reaches
the ”Threshold Force Value”.
INFP
ON when the table is within the “Positioning
repeatability” range of the connected actuator
model for the current “Target Position”.
AREA A
AREA B
ON when the table is within the set “Area
Ranges”.

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Caution
There are two types of parallel inputs and outputs for this controller;
NPN type (LATC4-N∗∗) and PNP type (LATC4-P∗∗).
Please confirm the specification before wiring.
The 24 VDC power supply for the controller (CN1), and the 24 VDC power supply for the parallel
I/O (CN5) should be separate.
(3) Parallel I/O connection check
The wiring and connections and the signal status of the controller and PLC can be checked using the
“I/O status” and “Manual Output” functions.
A. Input signal check ····· Use the PLC to turn ON and OFF the output signals to the IN0, IN1, IN2, IN3,
DRIVE, and SVON controller inputs and check the corresponding input signals
using the Controller Setting Software. The indicator turns green when the
controller detects a signal in ON status.
B. Output signal check ·· Turn manually ON and OFF the BUSY, ALARM, OUT0, and OUT1 output
signals to check the corresponding input signals to the PLC. The indicator turns
green (red for the ALARM output) when the controller outputs are high (ON).
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(4) Timing chart (Example)
The timing chart below shows the sequence of the parallel I/O signals for an example operation after
power has been supplied to the controller.
Return to Origin position → Step Data No.1 → Step Data No.2 →
Operation completed （The motor is de-energized）
Note1) A PLC processing delay and controller scan delay should be considered when using the
controller I/O’s. Use a 2 msec interval or more between input signals, and maintain the signal
state for at least 2 msec.
Caution
When an alarm is generated.
If the LED [ALM] on the front of the controller turns red or flashes, an alarm has been generated.
Switch the SVON signal OFF and ON again for at least 2 msec to reset and cancel the alarm after
the cause of the alarm has been cleared.
Note) The type of the alarm can be detected by checking the combination of lit and flashing
ALARM and POWER LED’s. Refer to section “8. Alarm detection” (P.60) or the LATC4 series
controller operation manual for details of controller alarm detection and alarm types.
IN0
IN1
IN2
IN3
DRIVE
SVON
BUSY
INP
ALARM
Power
Input
signal
Note)
Output
signal
Speed
Power on
The signal turns ON after the controller has been initialized (negative logic).
Table stops
The motor is de-energized
Start of operation
Table enters
the INP ran
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24V
20V
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
0mm/s
Start of operation
The controller reads the
Step Data number from
(IN0-IN3) when the Drive
signal is turmed ON.
Step data No.1：0001
Return to origin
position： 0000
Step data
No.2： 0010
Return to origin completed
LED [PWR]： Green
LED [ALM]： Red
Input signal SVON
Output signal ALARM
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
A
larm generated Remove the cause of the alarm
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(5) Monitor mode
The status of the parallel I/O signals, the table position, speed and pushing force can be monitored in
Monitor Mode when the Card Motor is operating using a PLC to control the parallel I/O signals.
A. Select "Monitor Mode" in the "Test Mode / Monitor Mode" tab.
Test Mode The Card Motor operates based on operation commands from the Controller Setting
Software.
Monitor Mode The Card Motor opearates based on operation commands sent from the PLC to the
controller via the parallel I/O.
Warning
All the limitations are cancelled by switching between Test Mode and Monitor Mode.
The power supply to the Card Motor will be turned off, the table will no longer be fixed and can be
moved by external force or the table's own weight (including workpieces). Ensure that the table
movements cannot cause any human injury or damage to the equipment.
Caution
In Monitor Mode it is not possible to operate the Card Motor using the parallel I/O signals of the
PLC.
Return the table to origin after switching between Test Mode and Monitor Mode.
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