YOKOGAWA Revolution FA-M3 R Manual

Range-free Multi-controller
FA-M3 R Overview
Technical
Information
TI 34M6A01-01E
2000.5 2nd Edition

This document is based on the version of FA-M3 R as of May 2000.
For details about the current version of FA-M3 R, please contact your
nearest distributor or agency.

CONTENTS
Introduction to FA-M3 ………………..………………………………………………………... 1
FA-M3 Features ………………………………………………………………………………..... 2
Ultra-fast Processing Speed………..………………………………………………………... 3
Comparison with Competitors……..……………………………………………………….... 4
Compact Size. ……………………..………………………………………………………….. 5
Universal Range.……………………..……………………………………………………...... 6
Multiple CPUs .………………………………………………………………………………....7
Sequence CPU Modules.…………………………………………………………………....8
(F3SP05-0P, F3SP21-0N, F3SP28-3N, F3SP38-6N, F3SP53-4H, F3SP58-6H, F3FP36-3N)
BASIC CPU Modules……………………………………………………………………….. 9
(F3BP20-0N, F3BP30-0N)
Easy Real-time Processing with BASIC ………………………………………………… 10
Program Development Tools
FA-M3 Programming Tool WideField
Ladder Programming Tool Designed for Engineers………………………………. 11
Object Ladder…………………………………………………………………………. 12
Program Component…………………………………………………………………. 13
Index View…………………………………………………………………………….. 14
Collective Change of I/O Positions ………………………………………………… 15
Logical Design by Tag Name……………………………………………………….. 16
Group Tag Name……………………………………………………………………... 17
Advantages of Windows Environment……………………………………………... 18
Flexible Operability …………………………………………………………………... 19
Sophisticated Debugging Functions………………………………………………... 20
Enriched Help…………………………………………………………………………. 21
BASIC Programming Tool M3 for Windows………………………………………………. 22
Outstanding Maintenance Support Functions ……………………………………………. 23
Remote OME ………………………………………………………………………………. 24
Remote OME via Ethernet ………………………………………………………………...25
Remote OME Using Commercially-available Modem …………………………………. 27
System Log ……………………………………………………………………………….... 28
User log …………………………………………………………………………………….. 29
Sampling Traces…………………………………………………………………………….30
Analog Input/Output Modules ……………………………………………………………….31
(F3AD04-0N, F3AD08-1N, F3DA02-0N, F3DA04-1N, F3DA08-5N)
Temperature Control Modules ……………………………………………………………... 32
(F3CT04-0N, F3CT04-1N, F3CR04-0N, F3CR04-1N, F3CV04-1N)
Positioning Modules for Controlling Every Type of Motor ……………………………...33
F3NC11-0N and F3NC12-0N Advanced model Positioning Modules
with Positioning Pulse Output ………………………………………………………..34
F3NC51-0N and F3NC52-0N Positioning Modules with Analog Voltage Output…….35
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Applications of Personal Computer Link Interface………………………………………...36
(Connection with personal computer/Display)
Personal Computer Link Modules ………..…………………………………………………37
(F3LC11-1N, F3LC11-2N)
Personal Computer Link via Programming Port……………………………………………38
(F3SP05-0P, F3SP21-0N, F3SP28-3N, F3SP38-6N, F3SP53-4H, F3SP58-6H)
Ethernet Interface Module………..……………..……………………………………………39
(F3LE01-5T)
FA Link H Module ………..……………..………..…………………………………………..40
(F3LP02-0N)
Fiber-optic FA Link H Module………..……………..………………………………………..41
(F3LP12-0N)
UT Link Module………..……………..………..……..……………………………………….42
(F3LC51-2N)
Multi-Link Module ………..……………..……..……..……………………………………….43
(F3LC21-1N)
GP-IB Communication Module ………..……………..………..……. .…………………….44
(F3GB01-0N)
RS-232-C and RS-422/485 Communication Modules (1) ………….. …………………..45
(F3RZ81-0N, F3RZ91-0N)
RS-232-C and RS-422 Communication Modules (2) ………..……………………………46
(F3RS22-0N, F3RS41-0N)
FA-M3 Value………..……………..……..……..………..……………………………………47
(F3SC21-1N)
Fiber-optic FA-bus Module………..………………..………………………………………..48
(F3LR01-0N)
Fiber-optic FA-bus Type 2 Module………...……..…………………………………………49
(F3LR02-0N)
DeviceNet Interface Module………..……………..…………………………………………50
(F3LD01-0N)
24 V DC Power Supply Module………..……………..……………………………………..51
(F3PU26-0N)
Market Standard Connectors………..……………..……………………………………......52
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From EVOLUTION to REVOLUTION
The FA-M3 has reborned as the FA-M3 R,
to revolutionize the users' equipment.
for Revolution!
FA-M3 R is a new generic name for FA-M3 controllers containing one or
more of the brand new, ultra-fast four CPU modules.
FA-M3 R can simply be called the "M3R".
FA-M3 R and FA-M3 have upward compatibility.
Introduction to FA-M3
The design concept was to increase the speed of the FA-M3. The new high-
speed Instruction-Process-Response-Scan, or High-speed IPRS, in the FA-M3 R
was designed to achieve this objective.
Extensive studies were conducted to meet every requirement including ultra-high-
speed control, steady dispersion-free control and improved networking functions
including link control. The FA-M3 R is Yokogawa's ideal controller for next-
generation equipment, delivering even greater accuracy and productivity.
High speed
Process
Instruction
Response
Scan

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Ultra-fast Processing Speed
20K steps of ladder program scanned per millisecond*
Minimum scan time of 200 µs
Sensor control function with constant scan from 200 µs
Quick response from input to output
Quick response time 100 µs to an interrupt signal
Ultra-compact Size
The compact, 147 (W) x 100 (H) x 88 (D) mm size
handles 192 points.
Universal I/O Range
Can control up to 8, 192 points and contain devices of up
to 310K words per system.
Capabilities of a high-end PLC at the cost of a low- or
mid-range PLC
In case of 1000-2000 I/O points, the list price becomes
one third to a half against other vendor’s PLC
Outstanding Maintenance Support Functions
Remote OME** function using public phone line and Ethernet
Diagnostic based on error log and user log
Diagnostic based on sampling trace
Common I/O module spares for all system regardless of I/O
range
Multi-CPU
Tasks can be divided by multiple ladder CPUs
Data processing by the BASIC CPU
PC applications run by the AT-compatible CPU
FA-M3 Programming Tool WideField
Object ladder, a new programming method succeeding to
structured programming
Blocks and macros can be coded independently, thus
drastically increasing reusability.
Increased efficiency of reuse with improved visibility
Easy data exchange with Windows-based applications
BASIC Programming Tool M3 for Windows
Convenient BASIC program development under the Windows
environment
FA-M3 R Features
* Indicates the performance when running a program that contains basic instructions and application instructions in average ratios; does not guarantee that all
the user's program will run at this speed.
** Acronym of remote Operation Maintenance and Engineering proposed by Yokogawa Electric Corporation.
The FA-M3 R outclasses the capabilities of today's PLCs and offers the
functionality, performance, a choice of languages and expandability
provided by a microcomputer board.
No more tedious quality control of huge variety of boards or
discontinuation of parts - the user can concentrate on adding value to
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4.1
10.8
9.8
4
Molding
machine Sorting machine Picking machine Cleaning machine
Application Type
*1: Compared whith Our Conventional CPU
F3SP58
F3SP35
max.10times
faster*
1
Average number of Instruction executed
Ultra-fast Processing Speed
World's fastest processing speed realized by triple processors.
20K steps of ladder program scanned per millisecond.
Minimum scan time of 200 µs.
* In comparison to the former CPU module of Yokogawa with the actual applications
The FA-M3 R delivers high-speed in all aspects, running a 20K steps of program in one
millisecond (ratio of application instructions used: 50%). Actual applications for today's
functionally-enhanced equipment contain a larger ratio of application instructions. For
such applications, the FA-M3 R achieves at least ten times the performance of the
former CPU modules for the FA-M3.
The graph on the right shows examples of performance improvements.
●With FA-M3 R
PLC/
sensor controller
Sensor actuator
The number of PLC units can be reduced since two ladder programs
can be executed by one CPU module.
●With conventional PLC
1 scan
constant scan : Min. 200 µs
Main scan
High-speed
constant
scan
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Quick response from input to output
• Ultra-quick response time: 100 µs
F3XD08-6F, F3XD16-3F, F3XD32-3F/4F,
F3XD64-3F/4F (with 32 input points)
• Ultra-quick response to input: 10 µs
F3XD16-3H (when used with the F3SP28,
F3SP38, F3SP53 or F3SP58)
• Output shutoff function added:
F3YD64-3F, F3WD64-3F/4F (with 32 output
points)
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Faster Response to Interrupt Signal
• DC input module allows quick response of 100
µs to an interrupt input
• Swift response to a change in input level to
implement instantaneous high-speed control
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Sensor Control Function
• One CPU can carry out a high-speed constant
scan (from 200 µs) independently besides the
normal scan.
• The same CPU also achieves a quick
response.

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Due to the ultra-fast processing speed, there's no need to
consider the processing time when programming.
* Executed instructions means the average number of instructions executed in 1 µs by PLC.
Why is high-speed processing necessary?
•
To carry out complicated calculations (with
application instructions) quickly
•
To stabilize mechanical control of higher
speed for higher productivity
•
To allow human-interface and diagnostic
programs to be enhanced, thus providing an
easier interface for the operator
•
To reduce unstable actions during each scan
time by network servicing
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2.00
4.00
6.00
8.00
10.00
12.00
14.00
16.00
Executed*
14.50
5.62
1.83 1.52 1.33 0.04 0.02
3.54
3.80
Comparison of Processing speed
SP21
SP53/58 SP28/38
High-speed PLC CPU
Price: 200,000 to
550,000 yen
General PLC CPU
Price: 60,000 to
200,000 yen
Model of
company B
Model of
company A
Model of
company B
Model of
company A
Model of
company B
Model of
company A
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Ultra-fast Execution of Instructions
Basic instruction: Min. 0.0175 µs
Application instruction: Min 0.070 µs
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Comparison with Yokogawa's Former CPU Module for Application
Instructions
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Comparison with Yokogawa's Former CPU Module for Basic
Instructions
Instruction New SP53 Former SP35
LD, AND, OR 17.5 to 35 ns 90 ns
Timer 175 ns 360 ns
Transfer 70 ns 180 ns
Comparison 70 ns 180 ns
Addition, subtraction 105 ns 270 ns
Logic operator 105 ns 270 ns
Instruction SP58 vs. SP35
Transfer between file registers 74.1 times faster
Index modification (LD) 10.7 times faster
Index modification (MOV) 30.4 times faster
Read/write 6.4 times faster
Timer update 6.7 times faster
BMOV/BSET 12.8 times faster
FOR-NEXT 7.7 times faster

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Postcard-size Controller
Compact Size
Duct
Duct
Duct
FA-M3 R
Relays, conductors, etc.
Waste space
Other
manufacturer's
PLC
Why does a controller need to be smaller?
• To provide ample room for additional modules
• To allow installation of the controllers without affecting the machine design and
safety of the user factory (allowing perspective facilities)
• To help standardize control panels
• To reduce the size of the control panel to be minimized regardless of the
controller scale
• To reduce costs
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Design concept: PLC is a substitute for relays
The FA-M3 R is packaged into the size of usual relays and conductors, and is designed for installation in the
same row with those inside a panel, thus allowing effective internal design of the panel.
* Dimensions of a base module with I/O modules installed in it (excluding connectors and terminals blocks)
Base
Module Slots Mounting
Dimensions (mm) Depth of
Module*(mm)
F3BU04-0N 4 100 x 147 88.5
F3BU06-0N 6 100 x 205 88.5
F3BU09-0N 9 100 x 322 88.5
F3BU13-0N 13 100 x 439 88.5
F3BU16-0N 16 100 x 537 88.5
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Dimensions

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Whatever the number of I/O points, one PLC covers all.
Universal Range
•Higher functionality than high-end PLC,
yet more reasonable cheaper than
low-end PLC
•Only one model covers a broad range
of I/O points, from small to large
•High expandability independent of
scale
•Common modules and parts eliminates
need for diverse spares.
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100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
0 1024 2048 3072 4096 5120 6144 7168 8192
FA-M3 R costs only two-
thirds of competitors' for
2048 points.
Price (yen)
I/O Points
Other
manufacturers'
high-end PLCs Other manufacturers'
ultra-high-end PLCs
Other manufacturers' low-end PLCs
Other manufacturers' mid-range PLCs
FA-M3R
One model of FA-M3 R
covers the entire range
of I/O points.
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Flexible Combination of Diverse Types of I/O Modules
• Offered with various types of I/O modules as used in high-end PLCs
• Simple access to advanced I/O modules
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Number of I/O Points
• 4 to 288 analog inputs
• 2 to 288 analog outputs
• 1 to 288 axes for positioning
• 4 to 144 pulse inputs
• 1 to 36 serial communication ports (F3RZ1, F3RS41)
• 2 to 72 serial communication ports (F3RS22)
• 1 to 8 GP-IB communication ports
Note: Shown above are the maximum numbers of points and ports when the corresponding modules are installed for the maximum
numbers independently, and do not mean that all these maximums are available at the same time for the same controller. The
maximum number for each item depends on the combination of modules actually installed.