Epson RC700 Series - User Manual

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Rev.23 EM196C3946F

ROBOT CONTROLLER

RC700 / RC700-A

Main Page

Default Chapter7
- Table of Contents7
Safety15
Conventions15
Safety Precautions16
Setup & Operation19
Specifications21
- System Example21
- Standard Specifications23
- Outer Dimensions25
Part Names and Functions26
- LED and Seven-Segment LED30
  - LED and Seven-Segment LED Display30
  - Particular Status Display31
- Safety Features32
Installation34
- Unpacking34
- Environmental Requirements34
- Power Supply40
  - Specifications40
  - AC Power Cable41
- Cable Connection42
  - Typical Cable Connection43
  - Connecting Manipulator to Controller45
- Noise Countermeasures46
Operation Mode (TEACH/AUTO/TEST)47
- Overview47
- Switch Operation Mode48
- Program Mode (AUTO)49
  - What Is Program Mode (AUTO)49
  - Setup from EPSON RC49
- Auto Mode (AUTO)50
Development PC Connection USB Port52
- About Development PC Connection USB Port52
- Precaution52
- PC and Controller Connection Using Development PC Connection USB Port53
- Disconnection of Development PC and Controller54
- How to Fix USB Cable54
Memory Port55
- What Is Backup Controller Function55
- Before Using Backup Controller Function55
  - Precautions55
  - Adoptable USB Memory55
- Backup Controller Function56
- Details of Data57
LAN (Ethernet Communication) Port58
- About the LAN (Ethernet Communication) Port58
- IP Address58
- Changing Controller IP Address59
- Connection of Development PC and Controller with Ethernet60
- Disconnection of Development PC and Controller with Ethernet61
TP Port62
- What Is the TP Port62
- Teach Pendant Connection63
Emergency64
- Safety Door Switch and Latch Release Switch64
- Emergency Stop Switch Connection67
- Pin Assignments68
- Circuit Diagrams69
  - Example 1: External Emergency Stop Switch Typical Application69
  - Example 2: External Safety Relay Typical Application70
Standard RS-232C Port71
- RS-232C Port71
- Confirmation with EPSON RC+ 7.0 (RS-232C)71
- RS-232C Software Communication Setup (RS-232C)72
- Communication Cable (RS-232C)72
I/O Connector73
- Input Circuit73
- Output Circuit76
- Pin Assignments78
I/O Remote Settings79
- I/O Signal Description80
  - Remote Input Signals80
  - Remote Output Signals84
- Timing Specifications87
R-I/O Connector89
- Input Circuit89
- Pin Assignments90
Option Slots91
- About Option Slots91
- Expansion I/O Board92
- Fieldbus I/O Board102
- RS-232C Board103
- PG Board106
- Analog I/O Board107
- Force Sensor I/F Board114
- EUROMAP67 Board116
Safety Precautions on Maintenance133
Regular Maintenance Inspection135
Controller Structure136
- Location of Parts136
  - Rc700136
  - Rc700-A136
- Diagram of Cable Connections137
  - Rc700137
  - Rc700-A138
Backup and Restore139
- What Is the Backup Controller Function139
- Backup Data Types139
- Backup140
- Restore141
Firmware Update144
- Updating Firmware144
- Firmware Upgrade Procedure144
- Controller Recovery147
- Firmware Initialization Procedure148
Alarm150
- Before Controller Firmware Ver.7.1.8.X151
- Controller Firmware Ver.7.2.0.X or Later155
Maintenance Parts Replacement Procedures160
- Fan Filter160
- Fan161
  - Front Fan161
  - Regenerative Fan (RC700-A Only)162
- Battery164
- CF (Compact Flash)166
- Mdb167
- Dmb170
- DMB-SUB Board174
- DMB-LED Board175
  - DMB-LED Board (RC700)175
  - DMB-LED Board (RC700-A)176
- Dpb177
- Option Board179
Verifying Robot System Operation180
Troubleshooting181
- Error Code Table181
- Cannot Connect the Development PC and the Controller Using the USB Cable310
  - Confirmation Using Windows Device Manager311
  - When Recognized under "Other Devices" in Windows Device Manager313
Maintenance Parts List314

Other manuals for Epson RC700 Series

Maintenance Manual90 pages

Original Instructions228 pages

Questions and Answers

W
William McdonaldAug 7, 2025
What to do if Epson RC700 Controller terminates due to low voltage?
- R
  reedvictoriaAug 7, 2025
  If your Epson Controller terminates due to low voltage of the power supply, check the power supply to ensure it is within the specified voltage range.

Epson RC700 Series Specifications

General

Model	RC700 series
Category	Controller
Programming Language	SPEL+
Safety Standard	ISO 10218-1
Type	Robot Controller
Communication Interface	Ethernet, RS-232, USB
Operating Temperature	0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Humidity	20% to 80% (non-condensing)
Number of controllable robots	4