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(1) Technical information in this document is described for the explanation of typical operation of the product and its application. It shall not be construed as the grant of intellectual property or other right of Toshiba or of other party, nor the consent to use the said right.
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Mandatory Indicates Warning. Specific details are indicated near the symbol with pictures and text. Warning (Note) Descriptions of Prohibition, Mandatory Action, and Warning vary depending on the display on the main unit. Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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Safety Precautions on Installation WARNING Ground the device. Otherwise, it may cause an electric Ground shock or fire. CAUTION Do not install, store, or use it Do not block the ventilation in the following environments. hole or air inlet/outlet. Prohibited Prohibited ・...
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Mandatory cloth. For severe stain, use a wet cloth wrung tightly. Leaving them stained may cause wrong decision or malfunction. Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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It may cause an electric shock, fire, to overheat. injury, or failure. Upon faulty operation or failure, Do not touch the terminals of contact Toshiba's branch office or the module and unit during service offices. No touch energization. It may cause an electric shock.
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For transportation and storage rules. of the product, use a Mandatory Prohibited conductive bag and packaging When destroying the product, box. observe the ordinances and rules of the local government. Otherwise it will cause failure. Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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Toshiba shall not be responsible for any damage caused by an earthquake, lightning and wind, flood damage, fire for which Toshiba is not responsible for, acts of a third party, other accidents, the client's willful acts or negligence, misuse, or use in abnormal conditions.
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Introduction This manual is described about how to use the PA912 module. The functions, how to install, set, and maintenance are written in this manual. To use the module correctly, we recommend you to read “Safety Precautions” as the first step.
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Describes a remark. Remark: ●Reading this document This document consists of the following chapters. • Chapter 1 Introducing the PA912 module Describes the functions, characteristics, and names and functions of the parts. • Chapter 2 Installation and wiring Describes how to install it to the basic unit and how to connect cables.
Maintenance switch (MAINT) ········································31 Setting the Slave Device Configuration Information ··· 3.2.1 Setting the master node (installation of the PA912 GSD file) ·34 3.2.2 Creating a new project and setting the device configuration ··37 Setting with the Engineering Tool ································...
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Maintenance and 6.1.2 Periodical inspection ·····················································82 Inspection Maintenance Parts ································································83 …79 General Specifications ························································86 Appendix A PA912 and BU90A Specifications ·····································87 Specifications PA912 Transmission Specifications ·································88 …85 DC 24V System Power Supply Specifications ···············89 Serial Communication Port (RS-232C) Transmission Specifications ········································································90...
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Introducing the PA912 Module This chapter describes the functions, characteristics, and names and functions of the PA912 module Functions and Characteristics of the PA912 Module 1.1.1 Cyclic transmission ·············································· 5 1.1.2 Specifying medium/high speed TC-net I/O loop scan loop scan ·············································...
Chapter 1 Introducing the PA912 Module Functions and Characteristics of the PA912 Module The PA912 is the module to connect the Unified Controller "nv series" and the PROFIBUS slave device by PROFIBUS network. The PROFIBUS was developed by Siemens AG, and has been regarded as a global standard network.
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1.1 Functions and Characteristics of the PA912 Module Confirm the combination version before use the CAUTION PA912 module. The combination version is described in next page. Mandatory Refer to manuals described in "Introduction" for how to confirm the Unified Controller version and the nV-Tool version.
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Slave 2 Figure 1-1 System configuration example Important ・ Confirm the combination condition before use the PA912 module.(See the table below). Correct combination of module-version is needed for PA912 to work. [Combination versions between PA912 firmware and type1] type1 single system...
As the PROFIBUS master module, the PA912 module controls slave I/O devices (input and output devices) connected via the PROFIBUS. The PA912 is controlled by the nv controller. The nv controller and the PA912 are connected via the TC-net I/O loop, and they have a virtually shared memory area called "common memory".
"High-speed scan byte size (input/output)" of the PA912-M/PA912-NM module. The setting method is described in "Chapter 3: Setting." It should be noted that the RAS information is fixedly set to medium speed.
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1.1 Functions and Characteristics of the PA912 Module Table 1-1 Setting details of byte size used for high speed scan (input/output) Setting item Description High-speed scan byte size Up to 1536 bytes can be set in units of 128 bytes (0-1536).
Trans 2 PA912 force the Slave module to change the Clear mode (Clear mode) with the command without data(0 length data and 0 data) . As Clear mode, How the Slave module behave is depend on the Slave venders specification.
1.2 Names and Functions of the Parts Names and Functions of the Parts 1.2.1 Names of the parts Figure 1-6 shows the names of the parts of the PA912 module and I/O base unit BU90A. Power terminal TC-net I/O loop state display LED PA912 ・...
STN-H and STN-L are the switches to set the address on the TC-net I/O loop in hexadecimal. For the setting method, refer to "Chapter 3 Setting." Mode setting switch MODE is the switch to set the operation mode of the PA912. For the setting method, refer to "Chapter 3 Setting." 6F8C1259...
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TC-net I/O loop cable. Do not use it Mandatory when PA912 is operating. Serial communication port Tool port is an RS-232C port for Toshiba’s maintenance. The connector is a 9-pin D-sub connector (socket). Do not connect any cables to the serial CAUTION communication port.
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Chapter 1 Introducing the PA912 Module PROFIBUS transmission connector PROFIBUS-DP is a connector for the PROFIBUS transmission cable. For details, refer to "Chapter 2 Installation and Wiring." Power terminal This is a terminal for the DC24V system power supply. For details, refer to "Chapter 2 Installation and Wiring."...
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Chapter 2 Installation and Wiring This chapter describes installation and wiring methods of the PA912 module. Before installation and wiring, read this operation manual thoroughly. Types of I/O Base Units ······················································· 16 Installing the Module ······························································ 17 2.2.1 Vertical installation of the module ··································· 17 2.2.2...
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Before installing or removing the module, WARNING make sure that the I/O base unit to which the PA912 module is installed is turned off. Mandatory Otherwise, it may cause an electric shock. Do not touch the interior of the product WARNING except the switches.
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Use a screwdriver. CAUTION To prevent damage to the screws, use a screwdriver Prohibited that is suitable for the screws. Perform a notification check in the CAUTION application level using the transmission protocol. Mandatory Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
Chapter 2 Installation and Wiring Types of I/O Base Units The PA912 module is installed to the I/O base unit (hereinafter "base unit") (BU90A). For the specifications of the I/O base unit, refer to "Appendix A.2 PA912 and BU90A Specifications." 6F8C1259...
It may cause an electric shock or malfunction. In the case of the vertical installation, allow CAUTION a space of 10cm or more from the top of the base unit BU90A to which the PA912 is Mandatory installed for ventilation. If ventilation is insufficient, the internal temperature of the PA912 may increase, causing failure or malfunction.
Connect 24VDC, 0V, and FG (D-class grounding with ground resistance of 100 or less dedicated ground) to the power terminal block of the base unit (BU90A) of the PA912. (the screw size for these wiring terminals is M3.5). Figure 2-2 Power terminal block of the base unit BU90A...
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2.2 Installing the Module Install the PA912 module to each of the base units. (1)Hook the module to the slot on the bottom of the module in the lower part of the base unit, and rotate it to fit the connector.
If ventilation is insufficient, the internal temperature of the PA912 may increase, causing failure or malfunction. PA912 can be installed in the horizontal direction. The installation procedure is as follows. Place the base unit BU90A with its power terminal is on the left side, and its switches are on the down side.
TERM=ON TERM=OFF TERM=ON Twisted pair cable Figure 2-7 Connection of PROFIBUS transmission cables Note For information on twisted pair cable and the connector for the PROFIBUS, refer to "Appendix C Related Products." Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
Chapter 2 Installation and Wiring Replacing the Module The PA912 module can be replaced while the system is not energized. Turn off the DC24V power supply to the PA912 module. Set the maintenance switch of the I/O base unit BU90A to the up (MAINT) position.
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Mandatory specify the fallback mode to avoid the system failure. If the DC24V power system to the PA912 module is turned off, the communication of the module will stop and it will cause a serious failure. The controller will go down when the fallback mode is not specified.
Chapter 2 Installation and Wiring Removing the Base Unit When removing the base unit, perform the steps in "2.2 Installing the module" in the reverse order. Also turn off the power. To remove the base unit from the DIN rail, remove all the cables, and slide the stopper (white plastic) on the back of the base unit outward by using a screwdriver.
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Maintenance switch (MAINT) ········································· 31 Setting the Slave Device Configuration Information ······ 32 3.2.1 Setting the master node (installation of the PA912 GSD file) ································· 3 3.2.2 Creating a new project and setting the device configuration ···················································································· 37 Setting with the Engineering Tool ··································...
The method to set the switches is shown below. Important • Set the switches that determine the operation mode and station address of the PA912 module before turning the power on. 3.1.1 TC-net I/O loop address setting switch (STN-H, STN-L) TC-net loop address setting switches are hexadecimal rotary switches that determine the loop address on the TC-net I/O loop.
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• TC-net I/O loop address can be set from 3 to 22(h). If the address is set as 0 to 2 or 23 to FF(h), this module becomes down. • The remaining addresses are for Toshiba’s maintenance. Do not use them. SA911/SA912/PA912 •...
TC-net I/O Loop and PROFIBUS Slave I/Os will get worsen about 20persent at worst case, compared Byte-swap mode OFF. • If the Byte-swap mode OFF with switch No.3 OFF, factory default settings, PA912 ignore the Byte-swap command from nV-tool.
After inserting the cable, set the switch to down (RUN) position. AS a factory default switch is set to be (MAINT) position. Note ・ Do not insert or remove cables during the PA912 is in operation and the maintenance switch is set (RUN) position. ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ Important ・...
Chapter 3 Setting Setting the Slave Device Configuration Information When using the PA912, transmission parameters need be set by using the HMS PROFIBUS configurator tool (Anybus NetTool-PB), besides making settings and registration in the nv controller. For the PROFIBUS configurator tool, use the following product.
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Reception block (medium speed) 1536 bytes Reception block (medium speed) RAS information Output area Transmission block (high speed) 1536 bytes Transmission block (medium speed) OB16 output Figure 3-5 System configuration and setting example Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
Chapter 3 Setting 3.2.1 Setting the master node (installation of the PA912 GSD file) For using the PA912 as the master node, install Toshiba GSD file (TSB_0C32_V2.gsd) for the PA912 to Anybus NetTool-PB and the PA912 can be registered as the master node.
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Figure 3-7 Selecting the GSD file Note ・ If version 4.6.0 or later of the nV-Tool is installed, Toshiba GSD file (TSB_0C32_V2.gsd) for the PA912 is also installed in the same folder of the nV-Tool. ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ Important ・...
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・ To identify the versions of GSD. See the displayed the words of the Screen after installing the GSD files to HMS PROFIBUS configurator tool (Anybus NetTool-PB) .If you installed the elder version, TSB_0C32.gsd, “PA912” is displayed as PROFIBUS Master. ・ If you installed the latest version,TSB_0C32_V2.gsd” to HMS PROFIBUS configurator tool (Anybus NetTool-PB).
3.2.2 Creating a new project and setting the device configuration The following describes how to create a new project. Select the [Project] menu - [New]. After selecting [New], a new project is created. Figure 3-9 Creating a new project Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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Figure 3-10 Master node registration ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ Important ・ Set “1” for the PROFIBUS address of the PA912 master node. If the value other than “1” is set, the configuration import to the nV-Tool described in “3.3 Setting with the Engineering Tool”...
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・ Set within the range of 3 to 125 for the PROFIBUS address of the slave node. If the value out of the range is set, the configuration import to the nV-Tool described in “3.3 Setting with the Engineering Tool” will not be available. Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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Chapter 3 Setting Register an I/O device under the slave node. To register a slave I/O device, select the slave I/O device in the left portion of the main screen, and drag and drop it to the lower portion of the [bus configuration 1] area.
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I/O device. Right-click on the target slave I/O device, and select [Object properties] from the context menu. Figure 3-13 Selecting the slave I/O properties Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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Chapter 3 Setting Set properties of the slave I/O device. Set the input and output addresses in the Module properties screen. Figure 3-14 Slave I/O property setting ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ Important ・ The minimum data type of the I/O variable in the nV-Tool can be set in increments of 1 word. The Start Address of the slave I/O device must start with an even byte address.
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3.2 Setting the Slave Device Configuration Information Check whether the setting is correct. After making settings, check the input and output addresses of the slave devices. Figure 3-15 Screen after setting the slave I/O properties Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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Chapter 3 Setting Store the setting information of the slave device configuration. Store the registration details. Save them under a new name by selecting the [Project] menu - [Save as]. Figure 3-16 Saving the slave I/O device settings 6F8C1259...
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LED are OFF status). Otherwise an error may occur during the download of the registration details. • After downloading the registration details to the PA912, turn off the DC24V power supply to the PA912 module once, and turn it on again. Otherwise the settings downloaded will not be enabled.
Chapter 3 Setting Setting with the Engineering Tool This section explains how to register and set the PA912 module in the nv controller. Make sure to use the correct nV-Tool of combination version. ( See the combination versions described in "Chapter 1.1: Functions and Characteristics of the PA912 Module".)
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Set the module parameters. PA912-NM is connected to a PROFIBUS network. Talker block and network variable are registered. Register the I/O variables of the PA912 RAS information. Figure 3-19 Registration procedure Note ・ When you register by a network variable registration method, nV-tool should use the version V4.10.13 or higher.
In the following steps, import the slave device configuration created with the Anybus NetTool-PB. Register the PA912 to the I/O node. Select [I/O node], and select the [File] menu - [New]. Specify an arbitrary I/O node number and set "I/O node device name = PA912."...
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3.3 Setting with the Engineering Tool Start up Configuration Import. Select "PA912" to which you wish to import the slave device configuration, and select the [File] menu - [Configuration Import]. Figure 3-21 Configuration import start-up screen Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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Chapter 3 Setting Specify import files. In the configuration import screen, select the configuration information (a file with an xml extension) saved by using the Anybus NetTool-PB, and click the [OK] button. Figure 3-22 Configuration import file designation screen Note ・...
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Figure 3-23 Screen after the completion of configuration import Note ・ The "Importing/Exporting In Text Format" function of nv-Tool does not support data file import that contains PA912 slave I/O device in User hardware configuration. Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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Chapter 3 Setting 3.3.1.2 Module parameter setting Set the module parameters in the PA912-M in the following steps. Open the Module Parameters setting screen. Select "PA912-M," and select the [File] menu - [Module Parameters]. Figure 3-24 Opening the Module Parameters screen...
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Refer to "Chapter 1 Introducing the PA912 Module" for details on module parameters. • Important • After downloading the registration details to the PA912, turn off the DC24V power supply to the PA912 module once, and turn it on again. Otherwise the settings downloaded will not be enabled.
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Chapter 3 Setting 3.3.1.3 Registering the I/O variables Add I/O variables to a slave I/O devices. Select a slave I/O device, and select the [File] menu - [I/O Variables]. Figure 3-27 I/O variable registration start screen Register I/O variables. In the I/O Variables screen, make settings for I/O Word No., Bit No., Variable, Data type, Comment (optional), I/O Speed and Task.
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Check the details of I/O variable registration. Figure 3-29 I/O Variables screen Register all slave I/O devices. Repeat the steps 1 - 3 until I/O variables of all slave I/O devices are registered. Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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3.3.1.4 Setting the PA912 RAS variables RAS information such as the operation status of the PROFIBUS slave devices connected to the PA912 as well as the PA912 status information can be registered as the I/O variables and can be referenced by using the nV-Tool.
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3.3 Setting with the Engineering Tool Register the I/O variables. Click the [Default variable] button in the I/O Variables screen. Figure 3-31 I/O variable selection screen Figure 3-32 Screen after the I/O variable registration Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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HMS confgurator tool.If the ACL is setted as 1( enable),The output data from PA912 to Profibus Slave I/Os via PROFIBUS network will be cleared(setted as "0" ) in the case some harmful problem is occured on the PROFIBUS network and PA912 found the disconnected to Profibus Slave I/Os.
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・The PROFIBUS cable connected to PA912 is not disconnected. Note ・ The value of I/O bus healthy settings in nV-Tool are not any meaning to PA912.the I/Os which are indicated in nV-Tool does not mean the PROFIBUS -bus I/Os belongs to PA912.
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Chapter 3 Setting ・ ・ ・ ・ Global error bit offset NDT ACL Figure 3-37 Global error bit Table 3-6 Global error bit Name Description 1: Halted slave exists 0: In normal operation 1: Automatic clear mode is enabled 0: Automatic clear mode is not enabled ・...
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125 124 123 122 121 120 119 118 117 116 115 114 113 112 Figure 3-41 Slave operation status Table 3-10 Slave operation status Value Description Remote node is in operation No remote node or operation was halted Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
Select [I/O node], and select the [File] menu - [New]. Specify an arbitrary I/O node number and set "I/O node device name = PA912-N." Then, click the [OK] button. Figure 3-43 New I/O node creation screen Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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Chapter 3 Setting 3.3.2.2 Module parameter setting Set the module parameters in the PA912-M in the following steps. Open the Module Parameters setting screen. Select "PA912-NM", and select the [File] menu - [Module Parameters]. Figure 3-44 Opening the Module Parameters screen...
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Refer to "Chapter 1 Introducing the PA912 Module" for details on module parameters. • Important • After downloading the registration details to the PA912, turn off the DC24V power supply to the PA912 module once, and turn it on again. Otherwise the settings downloaded will not be enabled.
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Chapter 3 Setting 3.3.2.3 Registration of network variables Network variable is registered to ProfibusLAN PA912-NM is connected into ProfibusLAN and the talker block screen of ProfibusLAN is opened. Select [Talker blocks] of ProfibusLAN, and select the [File] menu - [Talker Blocks].
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In the Network Variables screen, make settings for Variable, Data type, Comment (optional), I/O Speed and Task. A variable is chosen after setting a In node as PA912-NM, and it clicks [Assign to Inputs], and registers with the input variable of PA912-NM.
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3.3.2.4 Setting the PA912 RAS variables RAS information such as the operation status of the PROFIBUS slave devices connected to the PA912 as well as the PA912 status information can be registered as the I/O variables and can be referenced by using the nV-Tool.
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Figure 3-51 I/O variable selection screen Figure 3-52 Screen after the I/O variable registration Remark Refer to "3.3.1.4 Setting the PA912 RAS variables " for the details of a RAS variable. • Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
For the operation method of the Tag Editor, refer to "Unified Controller nv series/Integrated Controller V series nV-Tool (Basic) Instruction Manual" (6F8C1290). Remark PA912 Tag parameter I/O point variable identifier use I/O variables(IQNo) registered by • Engineering Tool. Note ・PA912 tag function not supported Process alarm.
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Chapter 4 Startup and Shutdown This chapter describes the operations of the PA912 module, such as checking before operation, startup, and shutdown. Checking the Switch before Startup ························ 72 Startup ············································································· 72 Shutdown ········································································ 73...
Change the operation mode switch of the controller module to "RUN." It is rarely happened that Minor Error about I/O node CAUTION is registered on the system log of PA912,and some seconds later the error is recovered ,when the cont Mandatory roller mode is turned to be as RUN-mode.
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PROFIBUS slave I/O device with the load power supply whenever possible. If this is not possible, construct the system so that the external power supply and load power supply are turned off simultaneously. Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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Chapter 5 Troubleshooting This chapter describes troubleshooting for the PA912 module.
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Fault diagnosis of the TC-net I/O loop Check the LED status of the TC-net I/O loop on the front of PA912 module. Perform diagnosis by referring to the following table. Table 5-2 Diagnosis of the PA912 using LED (2) State display L...
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I/O node and I/O module are displayed by I/O node. Display the system logs. To display the system logs of the I/O node, select the PA912 and select <View><System log> from the menu. Save the displayed system logs to a file.
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Chapter 6 Maintenance and Inspection This chapter describes maintenance and inspection such as daily inspection, periodical inspection, and cleaning of PA912 module. Inspection ······································································· 81 6.1.1 Daily inspection ················································ 81 6.1.2 Periodical inspection ········································ 82 Maintenance Parts ························································ 83...
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Exerting stress on the cables by touching them may cause malfunction or accidents. Stop using immediately when an error CAUTION occurs. Mandatory When an error occurs such as unable to turn on the power, stop using and contact one of Toshiba's service representatives. 6F8C1259...
Indoor environment Check if the temperature and humidity of the location where the product is located are within the product specification range (Table A-1 in Appendix A). Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
Prohibited It may cause an electric shock, fire, injury, or failure. In case of an operation error or failure, contact one of Toshiba's sales representatives. Table 6-1 Periodical inspection items Item Inspection details Criteria...
To limit system down to the minimum, at least one each should be kept as a spare. PROFIBUS transmission cable Important • When storing spare items, avoid a place with high temperature or humidity. Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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Appendix A Specifications A.1 General Specifications ·························································· 86 A.2 PA912 and BU90A Specifications ······································· 87 A.3 PA912 Transmission Specifications ··································· 88 A.4 DC 24V System Power Supply Specifications ················· 89 A.5 Serial Communication Port (RS-232C) Transmission Specifications ·········································································· 90 A.6 Byte-swap mode Specifications ··········································...
Appendix A Specifications General Specifications Table A-1 PA912 general specifications Item Specification Operating temperature range 0 to 55 ° C (product ambient temperature) Operating humidity range 10 to 95%RH (no condensation) Storage temperature range -40 to 70 ° C Dust 0.3mg/m...
Characteristics of the PA912 Module".).If the correct combination of versions is not used, the input and output data is set to be incorrect. ・ To avoid to use the incorrect combination of the versions PA912 firmware and Gsd. Confirm the versions of the PA912 firmware version with nV-Tool.
Appendix A Specifications PA912 Transmission Specifications Table A-4 PA912 transmission specifications Item Specification PROFIBUS standard EN50170, IEC61158 PROFIBUS protocol version DP-V0 Topology Bus topology Number of transmission stations Up to 32 stations/segments (no repeater) (including the PA912) Up to 124 stations (up to 9 repeaters) Data transmission speed 9.6 kbps-12 Mbps...
20.4-26.4 V (24 V +10% -15%) range Ripple voltage 24 V 5% or lower (p-p) Protection circuit Overcurrent and overvoltage protection circuits required. The overvoltage protection circuit should detect the overvoltage from 27 to 33 V. Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
□:Order in the TC-net common area is incorrect.(Byte-swap is occurs) and User is needs for additional setting by nv-tool. ×: Order in the TC-net common area is incorrect.(Byte-swap is occurs). and User is needs to set PA912 as byte-swap mode. 6F8C1259...
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TC-net I/O Loop and PROFIBUS Slave I/Os will get worsen about 20persent at worst case, compared Byte-swap mode OFF. • If the Byte-swap mode OFF with switch No.3 OFF, factory default settings, PA912 ignore the Byte-swap command from nV-tool.
Figure A-3 Station Status To refer to the PA912 system alarm, select the 「CPU I/O Nodes」 in OIS-DS Station Status menu. Note • . To refer to the PA912 system alarm, confirm the OIS Service Control version V04.C7 or later. 6F8C1259...
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CPU I/O Node list that have been registered in the Engineering Tool will be displayed. Select the 「I/O Node x」(x: TC-net I/O loop address) in CPU I/O Node Status menu. Figure A-5 Selected CPU I/O Node Status Select the 「PA912-pri」 in menu. Unified Controller nv series PROFIBUS(PA912) Module Instruction Manual...
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PA912 slave device configuration is unconfigured. Hard logic err Minor Alarm PA912 detected PROFIBUS-DP I/F module hardware check failure. HealthyCntStop Minor Alarm PA912 detected PROFIBUS-DP I/F module abnormality. Note • . When PA912 started up, sometimes detect 「Slave Tx cutoff」Alarm. 6F8C1259...
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Appendix B Outside Dimensions The following figure shows the outside dimensions of the combination of PA912 and BU90A. Unit:mm Figure B-1 Outside dimensions of the combination of PA912 and BU90A 6F8C1259...
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HMS Industrial Networks Windows 98/ME/NT/2000/XP/Vista Note ・HMS PROFIBUS configurator tool (Anybus NetTool-PB) is not bundled to the PA912 module package. Purchase the tool separately.(See the web site of configrator tool manufacturar HMS http://www.anybus.jp/ ) ・The Target versions of HMS PROFIBUS configurator tool (Anybus NetTool-PB) is Ver 1.6.1.1 or later versions.
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Appendix D Decimal-hexadecimal Conversion Table...