3G8F7-SLK21-E (Coaxial Cable)
SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Boards Operation Manual
Produced March 2001
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Application Considerations
SUITABILITY FOR USE
OMRON shall not be responsible for conformity with any standards, codes, or regulations that apply to the combination of products in the customer's application or use of the products.
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• Outdoor use, uses involving potential chemical contamination or electrical interference, or conditions or uses not described in this manual.
• Nuclear energy control systems, combustion systems, railroad systems, aviation systems, medical equipment, amusement machines, vehicles, safety equipment, and installations subject to separate industry or government regulations.
• Systems, machines, and equipment that could present a risk to life or property.
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Disclaimers
CHANGE IN SPECIFICATIONS
Product specifications and accessories may be changed at any time based on improvements and other reasons.
It is our practice to change model numbers when published ratings or features are changed, or when significant construction changes are made. However, some specifications of the products may be changed without any notice. When in doubt, special model numbers may be assigned to fix or establish key
specifications for your application on your request. Please consult with your OMRON representative at any time to confirm actual specifications of purchased products.
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
Dimensions and weights are nominal and are not to be used for manufacturing purposes, even when tolerances are shown.
PERFORMANCE DATA
Performance data given in this manual is provided as a guide for the user in determining suitability and does not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of OMRON's test conditions, and the users must correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual performance is subject to the OMRON Warranty and Limitations of Liability.
ERRORS AND OMISSIONS
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate; however, no responsibility is assumed for clerical, typographical, or proofreading errors, or omissions.
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OMRON products are manufactured for use according to proper procedures by a qualified operator and only for the purposes described in this manual.
The following conventions are used to indicate and classify precautions in this manual. Always heed the information provided with them. Failure to heed precautions can result in injury to people or dam- age to property.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or property damage.
OMRON Product References
All OMRON products are capitalized in this manual. The word “Unit” is also capitalized when it refers to an OMRON product, regardless of whether or not it appears in the proper name of the product.
The abbreviation “Ch,” which appears in some displays and on some OMRON products, often means
“word” and is abbreviated “Wd” in documentation in this sense.
The abbreviation “PC” means Programmable Controller and is not used as an abbreviation for any- thing else.
Visual Aids
The following headings appear in the left column of the manual to help you locate different types of information.
Note Indicates information of particular interest for efficient and convenient operation of the product.
Reference Indicates supplementary information on related topics that may be of interest to the user.
1, 2, 3... 1. Indicates lists of one sort or another, such as procedures, checklists, etc.
OMRON, 2001
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PRECAUTIONS . . .
1 Intended Audience . . . 2 General Precautions . . . 3 Safety Precautions . . .
4 Operating Environment Precautions . . . 5 Application Precautions . . .
SECTION 1
Outline of Functions . . .
1-1 Overview . . .
1-2 Specifications and Configurations . . . 1-3 Basic Procedures . . .
1-4 Applications Precautions . . .
SECTION 2
Wiring . . .
2-1 Connecting Coaxial Systems . . . 2-2 Connecting Optical Systems (H-PCF Cable). . . 2-3 Backup Power Supply Wiring (Optical Systems Only). . .
SECTION 3
Creating Applications Using the C Library . . .
3-1 Basic Flow . . .
3-2 Using the C Library . . .
SECTION 4
C Language Function Reference . . .
4-1 Library Functions . . . 4-2 Structure Descriptions . . . 4-3 Detailed Error Information. . .
SECTION 5
Data Links . . .
5-1 What Are Data Links? . . . 5-2 Setting Data Links . . . 5-3 Starting and Stopping Data Links . . . 5-4 Checking Data Link Status . . . 5-5 Data Link Performance . . . 5-6 Data Link I/O Response Time . . .
SECTION 6
Message Service . . .
6-1 Introduction . . .
6-2 FINS Command/Response Format. . . 6-3 Commands and Responses for the Support Board. . . 6-4 Response Codes . . .
SECTION 7
Network Interconnections . . .
7-1 What is Network Interconnection? . . . 7-2 Routing Tables . . .
7-3 Setting Routing Tables . . .
SECTION 8
Communications Timing . . .
8-1 Network Parameters . . . 8-2 Message Service Delay Times . . .
SECTION 9
Troubleshooting and Maintenance . . .
9-1 Troubleshooting Using Indicators . . . 9-2 Status Information and Troubleshooting . . . 9-3 Error Log . . .
9-4 Cleaning and Inspection . . . 9-5 Handling Precautions . . .
Appendix
Standard Models . . .
Index . . .
Revision History . . .
This manual describes the operation of the 3G8F7-SLK11-E and 3G8F7-SLK21-E SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Boards and includes the sections described below. SYSMAC LINK Support Boards are used to connect IBM PC/AT or compatible computers to a SYSMAC LINK Network. The following three manuals are directly related to application of the SYSMAC LINK Network.
Name Contents Cat. No.
(suffixes omitted) 3G8F7-SLK11-E/SLK21-E
SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Boards Operation Manual (this manual)
Operating procedures for SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board connections. SYSMAC LINK Support Boards are used to connect IBM PC/ATs or compatibles to a SYSMAC LINK Network.
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3G8F7-SLK11-E/SLK21-E SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board Installation Guide
Installation and setup procedures for SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board connections. SYSMAC LINK Support Boards are used to connect IBM PC/ATs or compatibles to a SYSMAC LINK Network.
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3G8F5-SLK21-E SYSMAC LINK ISA Support Board Operation Manual
Installation, setup, and operating procedures for SYSMAC LINK Support Boards for ISA bus
connections. SYSMAC LINK Support Boards are used to connect IBM PC/ATs or compatibles to a SYSMAC LINK Network.
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CV500, SLK11/21 SYSMAC LINK Units Operation Manual
Installation, setup, and operating procedures for the SYSMAC LINK Units are used to connect CV-series PCs to a SYSMAC LINK Network.
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CS1W-SLK11/21 SYSMAC LINK Units Operation Manual
Installation, setup, and operating procedures for the Optical Ring SYSMAC LINK Units. SYSMAC LINK Units are used to connect CS1-series PCs to a SYSMAC LINK Network.
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Depending on the system, you may also need the SYSMAC or CV Support Software or a Programming Console. Please read this manual and related manuals carefully and be sure you understand the informa- tion provided before attempting to install and operate a SYSMAC LINK Support Board.
Section 1 outlines the functions of the SYSMAC LINK Support Board, including applications, and the dif- ferences between the SYSMAC LINK Support Board and the SYSMAC LINK Unit.
Section 2 describes how to wire the power supply cables and communications cables to the SYSMAC LINK Support Board.
Section 3 describes creating applications (user programs) that control the SYSMAC LINK Support Board.
Section 4 details the C-language library functions supported by the SYSMAC LINK Support Board.
Section 5 describes how to use data links in a SYSMAC LINK Network.
Section 6 explains how to use the message service provided by a SYSMAC LINK Support Board.
Section 7 describes the method used to connect multiple networks.
Section 8 explains details on SYSMAC LINK Network communications. Refer to this section for network communications that require accurate communications timing.
Section 9 provides information on troubleshooting errors that occur during SYSMAC LINK Support Board operation, as well as daily inspection, cleaning, and other maintenance procedures.
TheAppendix provides a list of standard models.
WARNING Failure to read and understand the information provided in this manual may result in personal injury or death, damage to the product, or product failure. Please read each section in its entirety and be sure you understand the information provided in the section and related sections before attempting any of the procedures or operations given.
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This section provides general precautions for using the SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board and related devices.
The information contained in this section is important for the safe and reliable application of the SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board. You must read this section and understand the information contained before attempting to set up or operate a SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board.
1 Intended Audience . . . 2 General Precautions . . . 3 Safety Precautions . . .
4 Operating Environment Precautions . . . 5 Application Precautions. . .
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1 Intended Audience
This manual is intended for the following personnel, who must also have knowl- edge of electrical systems (an electrical engineer or the equivalent).
•Personnel in charge of installing FA systems.
•Personnel in charge of designing FA systems.
•Personnel in charge of managing FA systems and facilities.
2 General Precautions
The user must operate the product according to the performance specifications described in the operation manuals.
Before using the product under conditions which are not described in the manual or applying the product to nuclear control systems, railroad systems, aviation systems, vehicles, combustion systems, medical equipment, amusement ma- chines, safety equipment, and other systems, machines, and equipment that may have a serious influence on lives and property if used improperly, consult your OMRON representative.
Make sure that the ratings and performance characteristics of the product are sufficient for the systems, machines, and equipment, and be sure to provide the systems, machines, and equipment with double safety mechanisms.
This manual provides information for programming and operating the SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board and related devices. Be sure to read this manual before attempting to use the software and keep this manual close at hand for reference during operation.
WARNING It is extremely important that a SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board and all related devices be used for the specified purpose and under the specified conditions, especially in applications that can directly or indirectly affect human life. You must consult with your OMRON representative before applying a SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board to the above mentioned applications.
3 Safety Precautions
WARNING Never attempt to disassemble any SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board while power is being supplied. Doing so may result in serious electrical shock or electrocution.
WARNING Never touch any of the terminals while power is being supplied. Doing so may result in serious electrical shock or electrocution.
WARNING Provide safety measures in external circuits, i.e., not in the Programmable Controller (CPU Unit including associated Units; referred to as “PC”), in order to ensure safety in the system if an abnormality occurs due to malfunction of the PC or another external factor affecting the PC operation. Not doing so may result in serious accidents.
•Emergency stop circuits, interlock circuits, limit circuits, and similar safety measures must be provided in external control circuits.
•The PC will turn OFF all outputs when its self-diagnosis function detects any error or when a severe failure alarm (FALS) instruction is executed. As a coun- termeasure for such errors, external safety measures must be provided to en- sure safety in the system.
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•The PC outputs may remain ON or OFF due to deposition or burning of the output relays or destruction of the output transistors. As a countermeasure for such problems, external safety measures must be provided to ensure safety in the system.
•When the 24-VDC output (service power supply to the PC) is overloaded or short-circuited, the voltage may drop and result in the outputs being turned OFF. As a countermeasure for such problems, external safety measures must be provided to ensure safety in the system.
Caution Execute online edit only after confirming that no adverse effects will be caused by extending the cycle time. Otherwise, the input signals may not be readable.
Caution Confirm safety at the destination node before transferring a program to another node or changing contents of the I/O memory area. Doing either of these without confirming safety may result in injury.
Caution Tighten the connector screws for the backup power supply to the torque speci- fied in this manual. The loose screws may result in burning or malfunction.
4 Operating Environment Precautions
Caution Do not operate the control system in the following locations:
•Locations subject to direct sunlight.
•Locations subject to temperatures or humidity outside the range specified in the specifications.
•Locations subject to condensation as the result of severe changes in tempera- ture.
•Locations subject to corrosive or flammable gases.
•Locations subject to dust (especially iron dust) or salts.
•Locations subject to exposure to water, oil, or chemicals.
•Locations subject to shock or vibration.
Caution Take appropriate and sufficient countermeasures when installing systems in the following locations:
•Locations subject to static electricity or other forms of noise.
•Locations subject to strong electromagnetic fields.
•Locations subject to possible exposure to radioactivity.
•Locations close to power supplies.
Caution The operating environment of the SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board or the computer can have a large effect on the longevity and reliability of the system.
Improper operating environments can lead to malfunction, failure, and other un- foreseeable problems with the SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board or the com- puter. Be sure that the operating environment is within the specified conditions at installation and remains within the specified conditions during the life of the sys- tem.
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5 Application Precautions
Observe the following precautions when using the SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board or the computer into which it is installed.
Note Refer also to 1-4 Application Precautions for further information and additional precautions.
WARNING Failure to abide by the following precautions could lead to serious or possibly fatal injury. Always heed these precautions.
•Always ground the system to 100Ω or less when installing the system to pro- tect against electrical shock.
•Always turn OFF the power of the computer before attempting any of the fol- lowing. Performing any of the following with the power supply turned on may lead to electrical shock:
•Installing or removing the Support Board.
•Assembling the Units.
•Setting DIP switches or short-circuiting pins.
•Connecting or disconnecting any cables or connectors.
Caution Failure to abide by the following precautions could lead to faulty operation of the computer or the system or could damage the SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board or related devices. Always heed these precautions.
•Fail-safe measures must be taken by the customer to ensure safety in the event of incorrect, missing, or abnormal signals caused by broken signal lines, momentary power interruptions, or other causes.
•Always use the power supply voltage specified in the operation manuals. An incorrect voltage may result in malfunction or burning.
•Take appropriate measures to ensure that the specified power with the rated voltage and frequency is supplied. Be particularly careful in places where the power supply is unstable. An incorrect power supply may result in malfunction.
•Install external breakers and take other safety measures against short-circuit- ing in external wiring. Insufficient safety measures against short-circuiting may result in burning.
•Disconnect the functional ground terminal when performing withstand voltage tests. Not disconnecting the functional ground terminal may result in burning.
•Do not attempt to take the Boards apart, to repair the Boards, or to modify the Boards in any way.
•Be sure that all the mounting screws, terminal screws, and cable connector screws are tightened to the torque specified in this manual. Incorrect tighten- ing torque may result in malfunction.
•Use crimp terminals for wiring. Do not connect bare stranded wires directly to terminals. Connection of bare stranded wires may result in burning.
•Double-check all the wiring before turning ON the power supply. Incorrect wir- ing may result in burning.
•Wire correctly.
•Double-check all the connectors before mounting the Board.
•Be sure that the communications cable connectors and other items with lock- ing devices are properly locked into place. Improper locking may result in mal- function.
•Use a special packing box when transporting the Board. Handle the product carefully so that no excessive vibration or impact is applied to the product dur- ing transportation.
•Check the user program for proper execution before actually running it on the Unit. Not checking the program may result in an unexpected operation.
•Observe the following precautions when wiring the communications cable or backup power supply cables.
•Separate the cables from power lines or high-tension lines.
•Do not bend the cables.
•Do not pull on the cables.
•Do not place heavy objects on top of the cables.
•Route cables inside conduits.
•Before touching the Unit, be sure to first touch a grounded metallic object in order to discharge any static built-up. Not doing so may result in malfunction or damage.
•Do not touch the Board surfaces or parts.
•Install the Board according to instructions in the operation manuals. Improper installation may cause faulty operation.
•When using the Optical Ring SYSMAC LINK Support Board for public utilities systems, such as electricity, gas, or water supply, use the Optical Ring mode and provide appropriate fail-safe measures.
Outline of Functions
This section outlines the functions of the SYSMAC LINK Support Board, including the applications of the SYSMAC LINK Support Board and the differences between the SYSMAC LINK Support Board and the SYSMAC LINK Unit.
1-1 Overview . . .
1-1-1 What Is the SYSMAC LINK? . . . 1-1-2 Features . . .
1-1-3 What Is a SYSMAC LINK Support Board? . . . 1-1-4 Features of SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Boards . . . 1-1-5 Outline of PCI Bus SYSMAC LINK Support Board Functions . . . 1-2 Specifications and Configurations . . . 1-2-1 System Configuration . . . 1-2-2 PCI Bus SYSMAC LINK Support Board Models . . .
1-2-3 Communications Specifications . . .
1-2-4 General Specifications . . . 1-2-5 Dimensions . . . 1-2-6 Indicators . . . 1-2-7 Product Components . . . 1-2-8 Software Configuration . . . 1-2-9 Compatible Computers, Operating Systems, and Libraries. . . 1-3 Basic Procedures . . .
1-4 Applications Precautions . . .
1-1 Overview
1-1-1 What Is the SYSMAC LINK?
The SYSMAC LINK is an FA network that can send and receive large data pack- ets flexibly and easily among advanced OMRON Programmable Controllers (CS-series, C200HX/HG/HE-series, C-series, CVM1, and CV-series PCs) and IBM PC/AT or compatible computers.
The SYSMAC LINK supports data links that continuously share certain ranges of data and a message service that can be used to send and receive specific data when required. Data link areas can be freely set to create a flexible data link system and effectively use data areas.
The network is connected using either coaxial cable or optical fiber cable, and high-volume data transmissions at high speed allow construction of a wide range of networks, from low-level systems to highly complex systems.
Coaxial System
C1000H-SLK21-V1 SYSMAC LINK Unit
CS1-series PC
Twisted-pair cable 3G8F5-SLK21-E
SYSMAC LINK ISA Support Board CS1W-SLK21
SYSMAC LINK Unit
C200HW-SLK21 SYSMAC LINK Unit C200HX/HG/
HE PC
CVM1 or CV-series PC
CVM1-SLK21 SYSMAC LINK Unit C1000H or
C2000H PC
3G8F7-SLK21-E SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board IBM PC/AT or
compatible
IBM PC/AT or compatible
Optical System
C200HW-SLK13/14 SYSMAC LINK Unit
Backup power supply (100 VAC)
H-PCF Optical Fiber Cable
(Daisy-chain connection) 3G8F7-SLK11-E
SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board
IBM PC/AT or compatible
C200HX/HG/HE PC
CV500-SLK11 SYSMAC LINK Unit CVM1 or
CV-series PC
C1000H or C2000H PC
C1000H-SLK11 SYSMAC LINK Unit
CS1W-SLK11 SYSMAC LINK Unit CS-series
PC
C200H-APS03 Auxiliary Power Supply Unit
C1000H-APS01 Auxiliary Power Supply Units
Backup power supply (24 VDC)
The functions of a SYSMAC LINK Network are outlined below.
Data link Manual settings
Automatic settings
Message service
RAS functions Error log function Data link status display Polling node backup SYSMAC LINK
Node bypass function Note Optical System only.
(See note.)
1-1-2 Features
The SYSMAC LINK FA Network has the following features to meet the various requirements of FA sites.
Data Links
Flexible and efficient data links can be created to automatically transfer large amounts of data as listed below.
Item Specifications
Number of send words per node
508 words max. (254 words max. in the CIO/LR Area and 254 words max. in the DM Area)
Number of send and receive words per node
Coaxial or Optical SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board:
2,966 words max.
Data links can be configured automatically, or they can be configured by the user to freely change the sizes of the data areas used. A data link can also receive only part of the data sent from another node. This function enables nodes to re- ceive only the required data, thereby increasing data link efficiency.
Message Service
The message service can send and receive up to 552 bytes of data (including the FINS header), allowing large volumes of data to be sent and received without having to be split up.
Coaxial Cable or Optical Fiber Cable Connection
The SYSMAC LINK Units can be connected to the network using either coaxial cable or optical fiber cables.
Optical fiber cable (H-PCF cable) has superior noise resistance, so the system can provide highly reliable communications even in very noisy conditions.
With H-PCF cable, the total communications distance can be up to 20 km (1 km max. between nodes when using the adhesive polishing method), which allows long-distance and large-scale networks.
Communications between Different Models of PCs
The following SYSMAC LINK Units are available for communications between different PCs. Wired Units and Optical Units, however, cannot be used together in the same SYSMAC LINK Network.
Coaxial System
•SYSMAC LINK Unit for CS-series Programmable Controllers
•SYSMAC LINK Units for C200HX/HG/HE Programmable Controllers
•SYSMAC LINK Units for CVM1 and CV-series Programmable Controllers
•SYSMAC LINK Units for C1000H and C2000H Programmable Controllers
•SYSMAC LINK ISA Support Board for IBM PC/AT or compatibles
•SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board for IBM PC/AT or compatibles Optical System with H-PCF Cables
•SYSMAC LINK Unit for CS-series Programmable Controllers
•SYSMAC LINK Units for C200HX/HG/HE Programmable Controllers
•SYSMAC LINK Unit for CVM1 and CV-series Programmable Controllers
•SYSMAC LINK Unit for C1000H and C2000H Programmable Controllers
•SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board for IBM PC/AT or compatibles
Flexible Inter-network Connections
The SYSMAC LINK Network can be connected to another network (Ethernet, SYSMAC NET Link, SYSMAC LINK, or Controller Link network) through a CS- series or CV-series PC. By installing Ethernet, SYSMAC NET Link*, or SYSMAC LINK, or SYSMAC LINK Communications Units on the same CS-series PC or CV-series PC, a message service can be created with nodes in the intercon- nected networks through that PC. Up to three network levels are possible.
Note *A SYSMAC NET Link Unit cannot be mounted in a CS-series PC.
Improved Error Handling (RAS Functions)
An error log enables quick handling of errors by recording the time the error oc- curred and error details. The current SYSMAC LINK Unit and Support Board sta- tus are also available, as are the data link and network status.
When an error occurs in the polling node that controls the SYSMAC LINK Net- work, another node automatically becomes the polling node. This prevents an error at a single node from influencing other nodes on the network, achieving a highly reliable system.
In an Optical SYSMAC LINK Network, data communications can be continued by bypassing the node, even when a node in the communications line malfunc- tions or the PC or computer power supply is turned OFF. This prevents the whole network system from being affected by a node malfunction or power interruption.
To use the bypass node function, backup power must be supplied to the SYS- MAC LINK Units/Support Boards.
Optical transmission path
Bypass
IBM PC/AT or compatible Power interruption
24-VDC or 100-VAC Backup Power Supply
SLK PC
SLK PC
SLK PC
SLK
1-1-3 What Is a SYSMAC LINK Support Board?
A SYSMAC LINK Support Board is used to directly connect an IBM PC/AT or compatible with an ISA or PCI slot to a SYSMAC LINK Network. A SYSMAC LINK Support Board supports data links, a message service, and RAS functions in the same way as a SYSMAC LINK Unit.
Error Log and Data Link Status Display
Polling Node Backup
Node Bypass Function
The Support Board is mounted in an expansion slot in the computer. The follow- ing Support Boards are available depending on the type of connection cable.
Coaxial System
Coaxial SYSMAC LINK Network 3G8F7-SLK21-E (for PCI slot) or 3G8F5-SLK21-E (for ISA slot) SYSMAC LINK Support Board
SYSMAC LINK Unit PC IBM PC/AT or
compatible
Optical System (H-PCF Cable)
Optical (H-PCF Cable) SYSMAC LINK Network 3G8F7-SLK11-E (for PCI slot) SYSMAC LINK Support Board (An ISA Board is not available.)
SYSMAC LINK Unit
PC IBM PC/AT or
compatible
1-1-4 Features of SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Boards
The SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board can be used to configure various com- munications applications using FinsGateway SYSMAC LINK (PCI) Embedded Edition.
User application PLC Reporter 32,
DataFlowNavi for Access, AIMAX-FA, etc.
C library Compolet
FinsGateway SYSMAC LINK (PCI) Embedded Edition PCI Bus SYSMAC LINK Support Board
The Board is equipped with the FinsGateway SYSMAC LINK (PCI) Embedded Edition and C library (Win32 DLL) as standard features. With just the Board it- self, user applications can be created using the C language (Microsoft Visual C++ Ver. 6.0). An overview of how to use the C library is described later in this manual.
SYSMAC Compolet Version 2 provides ActiveX controls for PC communica- tions. User applications can be created more easily using Microsoft Visual Ba- sic. PLC Reporter 32, DataFlowNavi for Access, and AIMAX-FA are software packages of communications middleware. These software packages must be purchased separately. For details, refer to the manual for the appropriate soft- ware.
1-1-5 Outline of PCI Bus SYSMAC LINK Support Board Functions
SYSMAC LINK Support Board data link data is stored in the event memory in the computer. Event memory is shared memory with names such as DM or CIO, and is stored in the computer memory. Event memory recreates virtually the DM Area and CIO Area of an OMRON PC.
Event memory can be written or read by executing the C library data link data read/write functions SlkWriteDatalink( ) and SlkReadDatalink( ) from the user program.
Computer
User application
SlkWriteDatalink( ) SlkReadDatalink( )
CIO DM
Event memory
FinsGateway Data link
SYSMAC LINK Support Board PC
SYSMAC LINK Network
Data Links
FINS commands and FINS responses can be sent and received for specified nodes on the network by executing FINS message send/receive functions SlkSendFins( ) and SlkRecvFins( ) from the user program.
Computer
User application
SYSMAC LINK Support Board
SYSMAC LINK Network SlkSendFins( ) SlkRecvFins( )
FinsGateway
SYSMAC LINK (PCI) Embedded Edition
PC
A maximum of 4 PCI Bus SYSMAC LINK Support Boards can be mounted to one computer. Consequently, multiple user applications can be executed simulta- neously.
Computer
User application
User application
FinsGateway
SYSMAC LINK (PCI) Embedded Edition
SYSMAC LINK
Support Board PC
SYSMAC LINK Network SYSMAC LINK
Support Board
Message Service
1-2 Specifications and Configurations
1-2-1 System Configuration
Coaxial System
CS1W-SLK21 SYSMAC LINK Unit
Coaxial cable 3G8F5-SLK21-E
SYSMAC LINK ISA Support Board CV500-SLK21
SYSMAC LINK Unit CVM1 or
CV-series PC
C1000H or C2000H PC
C1000H-SLK21-V1 SYSMAC LINK Unit CS-series
PC
3G8F7-SLK21-E SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board IBM PC/AT or
compatible
IBM PC/AT or compatible C200HW-SLK23/24
SYSMAC LINK Unit C200HX/HG/
HE PC
Optical System
C200HW-SLK13/14 SYSMAC LINK Unit
Backup power supply (100 VAC)
H-PCF Optical Fiber Cable
(Daisy-chain connection) 3G8F7-SLK11-E
SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board
IBM PC/AT or compatible
C200HX/HG/HE PC
CV500-SLK11 SYSMAC LINK Unit CVM1 or
CV-series PC
C1000H or C2000H PC
C1000H-SLK11 SYSMAC LINK Unit
CS1W-SLK11 SYSMAC LINK Unit CS-series
PC
Backup power supply (24 VDC) C200H-APS03
Auxiliary Power Supply Unit
C1000H-APS01 Auxiliary Power Supply Units
Note 1. A maximum of 4 PCI Bus SYSMAC LINK Support Boards can be mounted.
(Different types of connection systems can be mounted simultaneously.) 2. PCI Bus SYSMAC LINK Support Boards can also be used with ISA Bus
SYSMAC LINK Support Boards. If PCI Bus and ISA Bus SYSMAC LINK Support Boards are used together, however, a separate ISA Bus FinsGate- way SYSMAC LINK Driver is required.
1-2-2 PCI Bus SYSMAC LINK Support Board Models
Product System Model
SYSMAC LINK PCI
S B d
Optical (H-PCF Cable) 3G8F7-SLK11 Support Board Coaxial (Coaxial Cable) 3G8F7-SLK21
1-2-3 Communications Specifications
Optical System
Items Specifications
Type Optical (H-PCF cable)
Model 3G8F7-SLK11
Communications method N:N token-bus method
Code Manchester code
Modulation Baseband code
Synchronization Flag synchronization (conforms to HDLC frames) Transmission path format Daisy-chain method
Items Specifications Transmission speed 2 Mbps
Maximum transmission distance
20 km
Maximum distance between nodes
Crimp cut: 800 m
Adhesive: 1 km (See note 1.) Transmission media H-PCF cable (optical two-core cable)
Node connection method Connected via a special (full-lock connector) connector. (A half-lock connector can also be used.)
Maximum number of nodes
62 nodes
Applicable Programming Devices
FinsGateway’s SLK data link setting utility (See note 2.)
Communications functions Data links and message service Number of data link words Transmission area per node:
508 words max. (254 words in the CIO/LR Area and 254 words in the DM Area) Number of data link words that can be used with one PCI Board (total transmission):
2,966 words max.
Data link areas FinsGateway Event Memory
Message length 552 bytes max. (including the header) RAS functions Polling node backup function
Self-diagnosis function (hardware checking at startup) Echoback test and broadcast test (using FINS commands) Watchdog timer
Error log function Node bypass function Error control Manchester code check
CRC check (CCITT X16 + X12 + X5 + 1)
Note 1. The maximum distance between nodes depends on the connector and cable processing methods.
2. The Board’s data link tables can be set using CX-Net in CX-Programmer.
Use the FinsGateway’s SLK data link setting utility, or the SYSMAC LINK Support Software.
Coaxial System
Items Specifications
Type Coaxial
Model 3G8F7-SLK21
Communications method N:N token bus
Code Manchester code
Modulation Baseband code
Synchronization Flag synchronization (conforms to HDLC frames) Transmission path form Multi-drop bus
Transmission speed 2 Mbps Maximum transmission
distance
1 km
Transmission media Coaxial cable (5C-2V) Node connection method BNC connectors Applicable Programming
Devices
FinsGateway’s SLK data link setting utility (See note 1.)
Maximum number of nodes
62 nodes
Communications functions Data links and message service Number of data link words Transmission area per node:
508 words max. (254 words in the CIO/LR Area and 254 words in the DM Area) Number of data link words that can be used with one PCI Board (total transmission):
2,966 words max.
Data link areas FinsGateway’s event memory Message length 552 bytes max. (including the header) RAS functions Polling node backup function
Self-diagnosis function (hardware checking at startup) Echoback test and broadcast test (using FINS commands) Watchdog timer
Error log function Error control Manchester code check
CRC check (CCITT X16 + X12 + X5 + 1)
Note The Board’s data link tables can be set using CX-Net in CX-Programmer. Use the FinsGateway’s SLK data link setting utility, or the SYSMAC LINK Support Software.
1-2-4 General Specifications
Items SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board
Coaxial system: 3G8F7-SLK21 Optical system (H-PCF cable):
3G8F7-SLK11 External dimensions 106 x 140 mm (W x L)
Weight 109 g (excluding mounting bracket) 120 g (excluding mounting bracket) Current consumption 0.45 A max. at 5 VDC Without power supply:
0.52 A max. at 5 VDC With power supply:
0.33 A max. at 5 VDC Installation environment
conditions
Same as for computer.
1-2-5 Dimensions
Coaxial Model (3G8F7-SLK21-E)
(Unit: mm)
Optical Model, H-PCF Cable (3G8F7-SLK11-E)
(Unit: mm)
1-2-6 Indicators
Optical System (H-PCF Cable)
Coaxial System
Name Color Status Explanation
RUN Operatingg Green Lit The Board is operating normally.
Not lit A Board operating error (watchdog timer error) has occurred.
ERR Error Red Lit One of the following errors has occurred.
Communications error
Node address setting error (duplicate setting) Optical system connection error
EEPROM error Hardware error Data link table error Routing table error Network parameter error
Not lit Operating normally (no errors in the setting tables).
INS Participating
i k
Yellow Lit Participating in network.
g
in network Not lit Not participating in network.
LNK Sending data
li k
Yellow Lit Sending data link (participating in data link) g
link Flashing Error in the data link table settings.
Not lit Data link is stopped or Unit is not participating in data link.
PS
(S )
Power supply ON
Green Lit Backup power supply is ON.
(See note.)
y
ON Not lit Backup power supply is OFF.
Note Only Optical Units are equipped with the P/S indicator.
1-2-7 Product Components
System Model Contents
Coaxial system 3G8F7-SLK21 SYSMAC LINK Support Board x 1 CD-ROM x 1
Installation guide x 1 F-type connector x 1 Insulating cover x 1 Cable mounting bracket x 1
Board ID switch number/indicator label x 1
User registration card (software license agreement) x 1 Optical system,
H-PCF cable
3G8F7-SLK11 SYSMAC LINK Support Board x 1 CD-ROM x 1
Installation guide x 1 Optical cable bracket x 1 Power supply connector x 1
Board ID switch number/indicator label x 1
User registration card (software license agreement) x 1 Note 1. The following software is supplied on the CD-ROM.
•SYSMAC LINK (PCI) Driver
•FinsGateway SYSMAC LINK (PCI) Embedded Edition
•Setup Diagnostic Utility
•C library
2. The computer’s operating system is not provided with the Support Board.
The operating system must be acquired separately.
1-2-8 Software Configuration
Software
Hardware
User application
C library
SYSMAC LINK Support Board FinsGateWay
FinsGateway utilities
Note An SLK data link setting utility is included in the FinsGateway utilities. Make the data link table settings for the Board using this utility. For details, refer to Fins- Gateway online help.
1-2-9 Compatible Computers, Operating Systems, and Libraries
SYSMAC LINK Support Board
Compatible computer Compatible operating system
Compatible language All models IBM PC/AT or compatible
CPU: Intel Celeron 400 MHz or faster Main memory: 32 MB min.
One PCI bus slot must be available.
Available hard disk space: 70 Mbytes min. (not including space for user applications)
CD-ROM drive: Required for software installation Display: VGA (640 x 480 pixels) or better display functionality
(Other conditions conform to those of the OS.)
Windows 98 Windows 2000 Windows NT4.0 (Service Pack 3 or later)
Microsoft Visual C++
Ver 6.0
(Service Pack 3)
Note 1. Operation of the SYSMAC LINK Board can be guaranteed only under the computer and operating system specifications outlined above. Use a com- puter and operating system that meet these minimum specifications.
2. The SYSMAC LINK Support Board cannot be used in a computer running Windows 95, Windows NT3.51, or other older operating systems.
1-3 Basic Procedures
Initial Procedure
Refer to the SYSMAC LINK Support Board Installation Guide for information on the first three steps in the following procedure.
1, 2, 3... 1. Set the Board ID on the Board switch.
2. Install the Board into the computer.
3. Install the software.
4. Wire and connect the cables.
5. Perform the following data link and/or message service procedure.
Data Link Procedure
1, 2, 3... 1. Create data link tables using the FinsGateway utilities and transfer the data to the Board.
Note When the data link tables and routing tables are transferred to the SYSMAC LINK Support Board, they are saved in backup memory (EEPROM) on the Board. It is not necessary to set the data again when the power is turned OFF and ON.
2. Read and write to the data link area using the utility applications that use the C library.
Note The data links can also be started by sending the data link activation command with the FINS message service, or by using a PC software switch operation.
Message Service Procedure
1, 2, 3... 1. Create routing tables using the SYSMAC LINK Support Software or the FinsGateway utilities, and transfer the tables to the Board.
Note When the data link tables and routing tables are transferred to the SYSMAC LINK Support Board, they are saved in backup memory (EEPROM) on the Board. It is not necessary to set the data again when the power is turned OFF and ON.
2. Send and receive FINS messages using the utility applications that use the C library.
1-4 Applications Precautions
If more than one SYSMAC LINK Support Board is mounted to a computer, set a unique Board ID on each Board. Up to 4 Boards can be mounted.
Note Refer to the SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board Installation Guide (W389).
Turn OFF the power of all the nodes on the network before connecting or discon- necting a cable.
Note Refer to Section 2 Wiring.
Use the specified cable only.
Note Refer to 1-2 Specifications and Configurations.
Set routing tables at all the nodes in all the networks when multiple networks are connected to one PC.
Note Refer to Section 7 Network Interconnections.
When a routing table is transferred (written) to a PC, all CPU Bus and Commu- nications Units are reset. The routing tables must not be transferred to a PC while the system is running.
When using a manually set data link, delete the data link tables from all nodes not participating in the data link.
The polling node must not be restarted or reset during data link operation.
If the SYSMAC LINK Support Board is the polling node and data links are operat- ing on the network, wait at least three seconds after closing the Board before opening the Board again.
If the SYSMAC LINK Support Board is the polling node and data links are operat- ing on the network, wait at least three seconds after removing the Board from the network before adding Board to the network again.
Observe the following precautions.
•The SYSMAC LINK Support Board can be used only with the specified com- puter operating systems.
Note Refer to 1-2 Specifications and Configurations.
•Set the IRQ (interrupt request) of the SYSMAC LINK Support Board so that it does not conflict with other resources.
Board ID Switch
Cables
Routing Tables
Data Links
Other Precautions
Note Refer to the SYSMAC LINK PCI Support Board Installation Guide (W389).
•If using the SEND, RECV, and CMND instructions with a PC on which the rout- ing tables have been set, be sure to specify the network address set in the rout- ing tables.
•Coaxial SYSMAC LINK Units/Boards cannot be combined with Optical SYS- MAC LINK Units/Boards in the same network.
•SYSMAC LINK Units/Boards cannot be combined with Controller Link Units/
Boards in the same network.
Wiring
This section describes how to wire the power supply cables and communications cables to the SYSMAC LINK Support Board.
2-1 Connecting Coaxial Systems . . . 2-1-1 Devices Required for Connection . . .
2-1-2 Cable Connection Procedure . . . 2-1-3 Attaching the Connector to the Board . . . 2-1-4 Attaching Connectors to the Coaxial Cable . . .
2-2 Connecting Optical Systems (H-PCF Cable). . . 2-2-1 Devices Required for Connection . . .
2-2-2 Wiring the Optical Fiber Cables . . . 2-2-3 Installing Connectors . . .
2-3 Backup Power Supply Wiring (Optical Systems Only) . . . 2-3-1 Backup Power Supply Specifications . . . 2-3-2 Connecting the Backup Power Supply . . .
2-1 Connecting Coaxial Systems
This section describes how to connect the network communications cables to the Coaxial SYSMAC LINK Support Board (3G8F7-SLK21).
2-1-1 Devices Required for Connection
Use 5C-2V coaxial cable rated for indoor usage. Connect BNC connectors to the coaxial cable in order to connect it to the nodes in the SYSMAC LINK network.
Use an F-type Adapter to connect the coaxial cable to the Board. An F-type Adapter is included with the SLK21 Boards.
Install Terminators in the F-type Adapters of the nodes at both ends of the net- work bus. Two Terminators are required for each network and the Terminators are sold separately.
2-1-2 Cable Connection Procedure
Use the following procedure when connecting coaxial cables.
1, 2, 3... 1. Attach connectors to the coaxial cable.
2. Connect the cables to the F-type Adapters. At this point, install Terminators in the F-type Adapters of the nodes at each end of the network bus. When connecting or removing a connector, hold the connector itself securely.
3. Connect the F-type Adapter to the Board. Wire the Units/Boards in order starting from one end of the network.
Terminator
F-type Adapter
Connector
5C-2V Coaxial cable
Terminator
2-1-3 Attaching the Connector to the Board
Attachment Procedure
1, 2, 3... 1. Align the Mounting Bracket and Board and attach the bracket with the pro- vided screw. The Mounting Bracket has a small pin that fits into the Board when it is aligned correctly, as shown in the following diagram.
2. If the Board isn’t at the end of the network, connect it to the adjacent nodes with two cables. The cables can be connected to either socket in the Board’s F-type Adapter.
If the Board is at one end of the network, connect it to the adjacent node and Coaxial Cable and BNC
Connectors F-type Adapter (C1000H-CE002) Terminator (C1000H-TER01)
install a Terminator in the other socket. The Terminator can be connected to either socket in the Board’s F-type Adapter.
Boards in the middle of the network Boards at the ends of the network Terminator
3. Push the F-type Adapter into the Board’s BNC connector and turn the fitting clockwise until it locks.
Turn clockwise.
4. Align the Mounting Bracket and clamp to secure the cable(s) and attach the clamp with the provided screw. The clamp has a small pin that fits into the Mounting Bracket when it is aligned correctly, as shown in the following dia- gram.
5. Cover the F-type Adapter with the insulating cover provided.
Insulating cover
6. Do not bend the cable too sharply when handling it. The minimum bending radius is about 45 mm (about 6× the coaxial cable radius).
Provide wider turns for the permanent installation. The minimum bending radius for the permanent installation is about 110 mm (about 15× the coaxial cable radius).
Observe the following precautions regarding the communications cables:
•Always use the specified coaxial cable.
•Install the coaxial cable separately from power lines and high-voltage lines to prevent noise.
•Always install Terminators in the nodes at the ends of the network bus.
•Do not install the coaxial cable outdoors. If the cable must be installed out- doors, provide protection from lightning by installing the cable underground or inside conduit.
•The minimum cable length between nodes is 1 m. Do not assemble commu- nications cables shorter than 1 m.
•Use the F-type connectors to connect nodes and use the multi-drop method.
•Before removing a coaxial cable, touch a grounded metal object to discharge any static electricity.
•Always turn OFF the computer before connecting the coaxial cable to the Board.
•Fully insert the cable’s connector into the Board’s BNC jack. Also, check that the connections are locked securely before starting operation.
2-1-4 Attaching Connectors to the Coaxial Cable
The following diagram shows the parts that make up the BNC connector.
Ferrule
Sleeve Contact crimp
Contact
Body
Approx. 24.3 mm
A hand crimp tool (CR-H-1130 by Dai-ichi Denshi Kogyo) must be used to crimp the connector onto the cable.
1, 2, 3... 1. Cut the coaxial cable to the desired length.
Approx. 24.5 mm Approx. 24.5 mm
LA mm = L mm – 12 mm
Cable
L
LA
Precautions
2. Strip 15 mm of the cable sheathing. Strip the cable carefully so that the wire mesh shield is not cut or otherwise damaged.
15 mm
3. Place the ferrule on the cable in the proper direction, as shown in the follow- ing diagram.
Ferrule
Cable
4. Spread out the wire mesh shield at the end of the cable and insert the sleeve.
Use the stripping tool to firmly push the sleeve until the flange fits snugly against the wire mesh shield.
Ferrule Sleeve
Ferrule Shield
Sleeve
5. At this stage, the polyethylene core and center conductor will be slightly long. Cut off the portion (A in the diagram) that protrudes past the stripping tool so that the polyethylene core is flush with the outer surface of the strip- ping tool.
Ferrule
Blade Stripping tool
Shield
Conductor
Sleeve
6. Press the stripping tool’s blade (B in the diagram) so that the blade cuts into the polyethylene core and rotate the tool several times. Hold the blade down and pull the tool off of the cable (direction D), as shown in the diagram.
Conductor
7. Use a pair of scissors to trim off the excess wire mesh shield, as shown in the diagram.
8. Insert the contact into the contact crimp adapter and set it in the Crimp Tool’s die. Slide the contact onto the central conductor until the contact touches the polyethylene core. Squeeze the Crimp Tool’s handle strongly to crimp the contact.
9. Insert the completed contact subassembly into the body of the connector.
Push the contact into the connector until the flared part of the contact enters the connector’s insulator so that the tip of the contact is about even with the tip of the insulator.
After the flared part of the contact has been inserted into the insulator, do not rotate the connector body on the cable before crimping the connector body.
Contact subassembly
Connector body Insulator
10. Open the Crimp Tool’s handle and place the connector into the Tool so that the tip of the connector touches the body stopper. Close the handle until the rachet catches. Align the connector body’s hole with the hexagonal sides of the die. If the connector has been crimped correctly, it will look like the con- nector on the right in the following diagram.
Body stopper Crimp height
Cable
Connector body
Check that the connector body has been crimped onto the cable correctly. If the connector body wasn’t pushed up against the body stopper, the middle of the connector body will be crimped, as shown in the example on the right.
Correctly crimped Incorrectly crimped
Checking the Connector Installation
Check that the tip of the contact is even with the front edge of the connector body.
Connector body
Use a multimeter to check for electrical continuity at the following points.
1, 2, 3... 1. There should be no continuity between the central conductor and wire mesh shield in the connector’s plug shell.
2. There should be continuity between the plug shells of the connectors at the ends of the cable.
3. There should be continuity between the central conductors of the connec- tors at the ends of the cable.
Note Install the coaxial cable separately from power lines and high-voltage lines to prevent noise.
2-2 Connecting Optical Systems (H-PCF Cable)
This section describes how to connect the communications cable to a 3G8F7-SLK11 SYSMAC LINK Support Board in an H-PCF Cable Optical Sys- tem.
2-2-1 Devices Required for Connection
The following devices are required for the Optical (H-PCF Cable) SYSMAC LINK Network.
Use the following Optical Fiber Cables (Hard Plastic-clad Fiber: H-PCF).
Name Specifications Model
H-PCF cables Black 10 m S3200-HCCB101
50 m S3200-HCCB501
100 m S3200-HCCB102
500 m S3200-HCCB502
1,000 m S3200-HCCB103
Orangeg 10 m S3200-HCCO101
50 m S3200-HCCO501
100 m S3200-HCCO102
500 m S3200-HCCO502
1,000 m S3200-HCCO103
Note The Optical Fiber Cable model numbers are as follows:
S3200-H jjjjjjj
Tensioner option
None: Standard (with tension member) N: Without tension member Cable length
jjj A B (A/10) x 10B m Cable color B: Black
O: Orange
Cable specification
L: With power supply line C: Without power supply line Type
B: Cord
C: Cable
Connectors
Name Model Specifications
Connector S3200-COCF2011 Use to connect a cable to a node.
(Full-lock connector for crimp-cut cable.) S3200-COCF2511 Use to connect a cable to a node.
(Half-lock connector for crimp-cut cable.) Inline Adapter S3200-COIAT2000 Use to connect or extend cables.
(Use one adapter for each connection.) Note 1. Either full-lock or half-lock connectors can be used in a SYSMAC LINK Net-
work, but we recommend full-lock connectors to prevent accidental discon- nections during operation.
2. The maximum distance between nodes is slightly shorter for connectors with crimp-cut cables compared to connectors assembled with adhesive.
Optical Fiber Cables (Indoor Use Only)
