Functions 10. TP Port
RC700 Series Rev.3 131
10.2 Teach Pendant Connection
A cable for connection to the RC700 / RC700-A Controller is attached to the Teach Pendant.
Connect this cable connector to the TP port.
Communication is set automatically. Enable the Teach Pendant by one of the following
procedures.
A: Insert the Teach Pendant connector to the Controller and turn ON the Controller.
B: Insert the Teach Pendant connector while the Controller is turned ON.
- Teach Pendant connection and disconnection from the Controller are allowed when the
Controller power is ON.
- When the Teach Pendant connector is removed from the Controller with the mode
selector key switch of the Teach Pendant in the “Teach” position, the operation mode
will remain in the TEACH mode. The operation mode cannot be switched to AUTO
mode. Be sure to remove the Teach Pendant after switching the operation mode to
“Auto” mode.
- Manager control taking off or storage of the Teach Pendant. Do not touch it unless the
administrator approves it. When storing, keep the Teach Pendant in a way that you
can clearly check that it is not connected to the Controller.
For details, refer to the following manuals:
Robot Controller Option Teach Pendant TP1
Robot Controller Option Teach Pendant TP2
Robot Controller Option Teach Pendant TP3
External enable switch cannot be connected to the TP port. Use the enable switch
provided with the TP.