Epson RC90 User Manual

2. Installation
242 RC700 / RC90 Option Fieldbus I/O Rev.14
Setting Configure Switch
Configuration of an EtherCAT module is not necessary. All settings such as
communication configuration for EtherCAT are done by EPSON RC+ 7.0.
Wiring
Wiring of an EtherCAT slave board uses RJ45 connectors. Make sure to use STP-type
100BASE-TX cables.
CAUTION

For cables and connectors, be sure to use a product complying with the industrial
standards or a noise
-resistant Ethernet cable (STP cable). If you use office use
products or UTP cables, it may cause communication errors and may
not offer the
proper performance.
Installing Module
WARNING

Make sure that the power is turned OFF before installing/removing any
modules
or connecting/disconnecting any cables. Working with the power ON is extremely
hazardous and may result in
electrical shock and/or malfunction of equipment.
Install the module to the dedicated slot on the T/VT series Manipulator.
Reference: Manipulator manual Setup & Operation 17. Fieldbus I/O
Confirmation with EPSON RC+ 7.0
When an EtherCAT slave module is installed to the T/VT series Manipulator, it is
recognized automatically. Confirm whether EPSON RC+ 7.0 has recognized the
EtherCAT module using the following procedure.
(1) Select [Setup]-[System Configuration] and display the [System Configuration]
dialog box.
(2)
(3)
(2) Select [Inputs / Outputs].
(3) Confirm that the following items are displayed in “Fieldbus Slave”.
Installed : Yes
Inputs : 512-767 (default setting)
Outputs : 512-767 (default setting)

Epson RC90 Specifications

General

Brand	Epson
Model	RC90
Category	Controller
Language	English