Digital GP-2401 Series User Manual

GP-2401/2501/2601 SeriesUser ManualDigital Electronics Corporation

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 9PrefaceWiring• Ground the GP's FG line separately from other units’ FGlines. Putting these FG lines too clo

6-31Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualSets the GP's internal clock.SET UP TIMEEnter date and time corrections to

Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP6-32 GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualThis screen is used to enter the number for the initial screen displayed after

6-33Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualFONT SETTINGSelects the font type displayed on the GP screen during operation.K

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7-1GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualThe method of GP startup will vary, depending on the “START TIME” setting inthe “Initialization Settings” / “Sy

7-2Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualTo enter OFFLINE Mode, simply touch the top left corner of the GP's screen

7-3Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual7.2 SELF-DIAGNOSISThe GP unit is equipped with a number of self-diagnosis featur

7-4Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualCHARACTER PATTERNChecks each font’s pattern and kanji-characters’ ROM. Used when

7-5Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualINTERNAL FEPROM CHECKSUM (System + Protocol)The Internal FEPROM System and Proto

7-6Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualPRINTER I/FChecks the printer I/F. Used when the printer does not function prope

PrefaceGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual10General Safety Precautions• Do not strike the touch panel with a hard or pointed object, or presson the t

7-7Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualSOUND I/FChecks if Sound Output operates. Prior to using this check menu, connec

7-8Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualThe following items are problems that may occur while using this unit.(A) No Di

7-9Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual7.3.2 No DisplayFollow the flowchart below when the screen does not display when

7-10Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualIs the SIO cable, AUX cableconnected properly to thisunit?The SIOcable maynot b

7-11Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualRun SELF-DIAGNO-SIS INTERNALFEPROM CHECK*1.Is it OK?*1 When you run the SELF-

7-12Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual7.3.3 No GP/Host CommunicationWhen the GP will not communicate with the host PL

7-13Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualIs the SELF-DIAGNOSIS/SIO CHECK OK?Are all Tags setup correctly?NOYESYESNOYESNO

7-14Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual7.3.4 Touch Panel Does Not RespondYESWhen the touch panel does not respond, or

7-15Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual7.3.5 Buzzer Sounds when GP power is turned ONIf you start the GP unit and the

7-16Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual7.3.7 Error ScreensIf the following error screen appears when you start the GP,

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 11Preface About the GP's Display Panel• The GP's currently displayed data, its voltage*1 and brightn

7-17Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualThis section explains the messages that appear when an error has occurred in th

Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors7-18GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualError Massage Problem CountermeasureNETWORK ADDRESSERROR (02 : F8)The SIO addre

7-19Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual7.5 Error Message Details7.5.1 SYSTEM ERRORSIndicates a fault in the basic ope

Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors7-20GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual When the GP changes to OFFLINE mode during RUN modeWhen the GP changes to

7-21Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual7.5.2 ILLEGAL ADDRESS IN SCREEN DATACaused by an overlap of addresses.After the

Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors7-22GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual7.5.3 PLC COM. ERRORAppears when the address setup for tags exceeds the address

7-23Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual• In Toshiba's PROSEC T Series, the Error Code is 4 characters long; on th

Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and Errors7-24GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual7.5.7 D-Script and Global D-Script ErrorsThe following error messages are displ

7-25Chapter 7 - RUN Mode and ErrorsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual7.5.8 Extended SIO Script ErrorThe following error message is displayed when an

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PrefaceGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual12The GP's packing box contains the items listed below. Please check to confirmthat all items shown be

8-1GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualChapter8 Maintenance1. Regular Cleaning2. Periodic Check Points3. Changing the BacklightWhen the surface or

Chapter 8 - MaintenanceGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual8-23) Attach the new gasket to the GP.Be sure to insert the gasket into theGP’s groove so t

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 8-3Chapter 8 - Maintenance8.2 Periodic Check PointsTo keep your GP unit in its best condition, please inspect the

Chapter 8 - MaintenanceGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual8-48.3 Replacing the BacklightWhen the unit’s backlight burns out, the unit’s status LED wi

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 8-5Chapter 8 - MaintenanceUse the following table to check that you have ordered the correct back-light.The GP250

Chapter 8 - MaintenanceGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual8-61) Turn the GP’s power OFF (i.e. dis-connect the GP's power cord). Re-move the thre

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 8-7Chapter 8 - Maintenance8) Connect the backlight's one (1) powerconnector. Next, close the circuit boardan

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Index-IXIndexGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualIndexAACCESS lamp 9, 3-11aerospace equipment 6ALARM MESSAGE 6-32Available Software 1-5, 1-6BBRIGHTNES

IndexIndex-XGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualNNETWORK INFORMATION (DEV/ADR) 6-25No Display 7-8No GP/HOST Communication 7-8No GP/Host Communication

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 13PrefaceUL/c-UL Application NotesThe GP2401-TC41-24V, GP2501-TC41-24V, GP2501-SC41-24V, GP2501-LG41-24V, GP260

PrefaceGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual14CE Marking NotesThe GP2401-TC41-24V, GP2501-TC41-24V, GP2501-SC41-24V, GP2501-LG41-24V, GP2601-TC41-24V

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 15PrefaceRevision VersionDIGITAL ELECTRONICS CORP.REV ABC*EFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ**345The revision version can be

PrefaceGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual16The list below describes the documentation conventions used in this manual.Documentation Conventions*1 GP

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series UserManual1-1Be sure to follow these steps when creating projects for the GP unit.1 Preparation Before using the GP, check th

Chapter 1 - IntroductionGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual1-2 GP RUN Mode PeripheralsEdit ModeRUN ModeData TransferCableGPW-CB02GP UnitPrinter

1Thank you for purchasing the Pro-face GP-2401/2501/2601 Series programmableoperator interface (hereafter referred to as the "GP unit").This

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series UserManual1-3Chapter 1 - IntroductionData TransferCableGPW-CB02GP Interfaces(1) Expansion Bus(2) Printer(3) Tool Connector(4)

Chapter 1 - IntroductionGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual1-4 Recommended UnitsThe following tables list I/O devices that have been confirmed t

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series UserManual1-5Chapter 1 - IntroductionAll optional equipment listed here is produced by Digital Electronics Corporation.*1 Fo

Chapter 1 - IntroductionGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual1-6 CF Card Items*1 When using a GP70/77R Series Expansion Unit with a GP-2501/2601 S

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series UserManual1-7Chapter 1 - Introduction Maintenance ItemsThey are available separately as optional maintenance items.

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GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 2-12.1.1 Electrical2.1 General SpecificationsChapter2 Specifications 4. Part Names and Functions 5. Dimension

Chapter 2 - SpecificationsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual2-22.1.2 Environmental*1When using GP-2501L/GP-2501S/GP-2601T in an environment where th

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 2-3Chapter 2 - Specifications*1The front face of the GP unit, installed in a solid panel, has been tested usingco

Chapter 2 - SpecificationsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual2-42.2 Functional Specifications2.2.1 DisplayGP-2401 Series GP-2501 Series GP-2601 Serie

PrefaceGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual2Table of ContentsPreface...

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 2-5Chapter 2 - Specifications*1 A Lithium battery's lifetime is:10 years when the battery's ambient te

Chapter 2 - SpecificationsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual2-62.2.4 Interfaces*1 Printers with only Windows drivers cannot be used. However, certa

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 2-7Chapter 2 - Specifications2.3 Interface Specifications2.3.1 Serial InterfacesRecommended Connector: Dsub25pin

Chapter 2 - SpecificationsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual2-8Pin Assignments Pin # Signal Name Condition1 GND Ground2 RESERVE Reserved3 PDB5 Data

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 2-9Chapter 2 - SpecificationsThis interface is used for external reset, alarm output and buzzer output.2.3.3 AUX

Chapter 2 - SpecificationsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual2-10Load Voltage: V22.820.040302010050Load Current: mA23 OutputCircuitMax. Load Cur

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 2-11Chapter 2 - SpecificationsA: Display PanelThe GP monitor screen displays the screensetup and corresponding ho

Chapter 2 - SpecificationsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual2-12accesses the CF Card.H:CF Card SlotInsert a CF Card in this slot.I : Dip SwitchesBot

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 2-13Chapter 2 - SpecificationsUnit: mm [in.]2.5 Dimensions2.5.1 GP-2401 Series External DimensionsThe following d

Chapter 2 - SpecificationsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual2-142.5.2 GP-2501 Series External DimensionsUnit: mm [in.]TopFront Side301 [11.85]58 [2.

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 3Preface2.5 Dimensions ...

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 2-15Chapter 2 - SpecificationsUnit: mm [in.]2.5.3 GP-2601 Series External DimensionsThe following drawing shows t

Chapter 2 - SpecificationsGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual2-162.5.5 Installation FastenersUnit: mm [in.]16[0.63]31[1.22]19.5[0.77]10[0.39]11[0.43]

3-1GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualChapter3 Installation and Wiring1. Installation2. Wiring Precautions3. Tool Connector3.1 Installation3.1.1 Inst

Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring3-2GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual Creating a Panel CutCreate the correct sized opening required to inst

3-3Chapter 3 - Installation and WiringGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual• Be sure that the ambient operation temperature and the ambient hu-midity

Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring3-4GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual2) Insert the installation fastenersinto the GP’s insertion slots, atthe top

3-5Chapter 3 - Installation and WiringGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual4) Use a Phillips screwdriver totighten each fastener screw andsecure the GP

Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring3-6GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual• Wherever possible, use thick wires (max 2mm2) for power terminals, andtwis

3-7Chapter 3 - Installation and WiringGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual1) Be sure that the GP's power cord is not plugged in to the power supp

Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring3-8GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual3.2.2 Connecting the Power SupplyGP unitTwisted LinesInput/ Out-put Powerpo

PrefaceGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual46.3 SYSTEM ENVIRONMENT SETUP ... 6-36.3.1 SYSTEM SETU

3-9Chapter 3 - Installation and WiringGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual3.2.3 Grounding(a) Exclusive Grounding (BEST) *1Connect the FG terminal fou

Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring3-10GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual3.3 Tool ConnectorThe GP's Data Transfer Cable, Memory Loader, or the

3-11Chapter 3 - Installation and WiringGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual3.4 CF Card Installation and Removal When using the GP Unit and a CF Card,

Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring3-12GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual4) Confirm that the CF Card AccessLED turns ON.2) Insert the CF Card in the

3-13Chapter 3 - Installation and WiringGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual3.4.1 CF card HandlingThe CF Card has a data overwrite limit of approximate

Chapter 3 - Installation and Wiring3-14GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual3.5Attaching the Screw Lock Terminal BlockUsing the AUX Input/Output I/F re

4-1GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualThis chapter explains following three (3) methods of transferring data created with theGP screen creation softw

Chapter 4 - Transfer Screen Data4-2GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual1* Here, the term “Set up” refers to the process of sending GP screen, systempr

4-3Chapter 4 - Transfer Screen DataGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualIf the GP screen creation software’s “GP SYSTEM SETTINGS” data is trans-ferred

Chapter 4 - Transfer Screen Data4-4GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualFor the GP-2501/2601 Series, the Ethernet I/F allows you to set up the GP via a

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 5Preface7.3 Troubleshooting...

4-5Chapter 4 - Transfer Screen DataGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualThe GP2000 allows you to use the CF Memory Loader Tool in the CF Card to set up

Chapter 4 - Transfer Screen Data4-6GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual4.3.1 Data Upload and Download UPLOAD (From GP to CF Card)This feature is

5-1GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualOFFLINE Mode provides access to the Initialize, Self-Diagnosis, and other featuresbuilt into the GP. Before yo

Chapter 5 - OFFLINE Mode5-2GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualIf a Password has been entered in the INITIALIZE/ SET UP SYSTEM area, beforeentering th

5-3Chapter 5 - OFFLINE ModeGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualSelect the desired menu item by touching the corresponding screen item bar.Each Main Me

Chapter 5 - OFFLINE Mode5-4GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual Selecting Setup ConditionsAfter selecting a menu item and entering that area, tou

5-5Chapter 5 - OFFLINE ModeGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual After All Setting Data is EnteredTouch the top-left [SET] key.If you wish to exit

Chapter 5 - OFFLINE Mode5-6GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual [CONFIRM], [START] and [CANCEL] KeysAfter selecting the Self Diagnosis item, the

5-7Chapter 5 - OFFLINE ModeGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual Return To Main MenuTouch the “RETURN” key to return to the main menu screen.

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PrefaceGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual6This manual includes procedures that must be followed to operate the GP cor-rectly and safely. Be sure to

6-1GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual*1 PLC's that support the n:1 (multi-link) connection are limited.GP-PRO/PBIII for Windows Device/PLC Co

6-2Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual3 PLC SETUP*3PLC SETUP6.2 Initialization Items*1 Since the GP-2401/2501/2601 Ser

6-3Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualSTAND-BY MODE TIME (0-255)To extend the life of the GP's backlight, the GP

6-4Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualSystem Area SizeThe System Data Area is used by the PLC to control its GP-relate

6-5Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualWhen these five items, "Current Screen Number", "Error Status&quo

6-6Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualA GP2000 Series unit can display one Global Window and two Local Windows atany o

6-7Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualCharacter String Data ordering varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Setupt

6-8Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualI) Data Device Storage OrderE.g. Characters A B C D E F G H   • Stor

6-9Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualRelationship between K-tag Write Character Value and PLC Device 16 bit Devi

6-10Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualThis menu runs the settings related to Device/PLC communication. Be sure tomat

GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual 7PrefaceWARNINGS• Do not create switches used to control machine safetyoperations, such as an emergency stop swit

6-11Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualWhen using an RS422 cable and the Memory Link format, be sure to select the 4-l

Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP6-12 GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual<e.g.> When the background color is black and the display color is white

6-13Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual EPSON PM Series / EPSON Stylus Series Restrictions for using EPSON P

Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP6-14 GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualWhen specifying "PRINTER TYPE", except for EPSON PM/Stylus (6-color)

6-15Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualTouch operation and Force Reset setup, and Display Device adjustments are madeh

Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP6-16 GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualCONTRAST ADJUSTMENTWhen this option is set ON, CONTRAST ADJUSTMENTs can be mad

6-17Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualUSE TOUCH PANEL AFTER BACKLIGHT BURNOUTThis option designates whether touch-ope

Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP6-18 GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual6.4.4 COMMUNICATION SETUPRECEIVE TIMEOUT (1 to 127)Sets the value used for the

6-19Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual6.4.5 SOUND SETTINGSSTART UP SOUNDSelect the type of sound that is output when

Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP6-20 GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual6.4.6 EXPANSION SERIAL COMMUNICATION SETUPSince GP-2401/2501/2601 Series units

PrefaceGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual8Installation/Maintenance• Be sure to securely connect all cable connectors to the GP.A loose connection ma

6-21Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual6.4.7 EXPANSION SERIAL ENVIRONMENT SETUPEven if a GP-2501/2601 Series unit is e

Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP6-22 GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualREFRESH RATERefer to the samples shown on the GP unit's screen to gauge w

6-23Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual6.4.11 COMMUNICATION PORT SETUPThis screen allows you to set up the connection

Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP6-24 GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualEnter the PLC System Data Area and the Unit Number settings here. The sameopti

6-25Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualSTATION SETUP, required with an n:1 (Multi-link) setup, checks whether datacomm

Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP6-26 GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual• Be certain to setup this data before running.• Turn all bits not related to

6-27Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualPLC PRIORITYAccording to how the GP is used, select either Operation priority (

Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP6-28 GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User ManualGP TOUCH MONOPOLIZEThe monopolizing of touch panel use can be set ON or OFF.

6-29Chapter 6 - Initializing the GPGP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual6.6 INITIALIZE INTERNAL MEMORY6.6.1 INITIALIZE GP MEMORY6.6.2 INITIALIZE CF C

Chapter 6 - Initializing the GP6-30 GP-2401/2501/2601 Series User Manual6.6.3 CSV DATA INDEXSpecific data-transfer CSV files (ZR*****.CSV) on the CF C