Hitachi UX Twin Nozzle User Manual

Instruction Manual for LAN Communication Modbus
Ethernet Communication
HITACHI Printer
Model UX Twin-Nozzle
Thank you for purchasing the Hitachi IJ Printer Model UX Twin Nozzle.
This instruction manual describes the Ethernet communication (LAN Communication Modbus)
function. For other features of the printer, please refer to Instruction manual or Technical
manual.
If the printer is improperly handled or maintained, it may not operate smoothly and may become
defective or cause an accident. It is therefore essential that you read this manual to gain a
complete understanding of the printer and use it correctly.
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First Edition

Hitachi UX Twin Nozzle Specifications

General

Brand	Hitachi
Model	UX Twin Nozzle
Category	Printer
Language	English

Summary

Ethernet communication Function

Overview of Ethernet Communication

Explains the function for Ethernet communication between the IJ Printer and an external unit using a LAN environment.

Configuration Diagram for Ethernet

Shows a diagram illustrating the Ethernet communication setup between the IJ Printer and an external unit.

Ethernet Usage Notice

Provides important notices and lists functions that are not operational or not supported during Ethernet communication.

Preparations for Connection

Network Connection Preparations

Details steps for connecting to an Intranet LAN or from outside the company, including IP address acquisition.

IJ Printer Preparations

Outlines necessary preparations for the IJ Printer, such as LAN cable connection and communication environment settings.

LAN Cable Connection

Illustrates the physical connection of the LAN cable to the IJ Printer's I/O section.

Setting the Communication Environment

Details how to set the LAN function and other parameters on the communication environment setup screen.

Usage Precautions

Provides important notices and lists functions that are not operational or not supported during Ethernet communication.

Glossary

Connection Test

Procedure for Connection Test

Provides a step-by-step procedure to test the network connection between the IJ Printer and a PC.

Modbus Communication

Modbus Communication Overview

Explains the Modbus protocol support and its common use in industrial equipment.

Modbus Transmission Procedure

Describes the structure of request and response messages for Modbus communication.

Modbus Message Format

Details the function codes, device addresses, and data formats used in Modbus communication.

Data Configuration

Holding Registers Configuration

Details the configuration of Holding Registers, mapping word addresses to specific printer functions and parameters.

Input Registers Configuration

Details the configuration of Input Registers, mapping word addresses to printer status and information.

Detail of Data Configuration

Analysis Information Details

Provides details on analyzing communication errors using function codes, classification codes, and error factors.

Modbus Communication Rule for IJ Printer

Examples of Transmission Procedure

Character Size Setting Example

Demonstrates how to change the character size of a nozzle using Holding Register writing.

Print Content Setting Example

Shows how to set print contents and character counts for multiple nozzles.

Character Height Setting Example

Demonstrates changing character height for multiple nozzles via Holding Register writing.

Unit Information Retrieval Example

Illustrates how to retrieve unit information using Input Register reading.

Calendar Character Setting Example

Details setting calendar characters for print contents of a specific item and nozzle.

Troubleshooting Guide

Troubleshooting External Communication Issues

Provides steps to check and solutions for issues preventing external device communication with the IJ Printer.

Troubleshooting Data Change Retention Issues

Offers solutions for data not being retained after power cycling the IJ Printer, related to ink ejection status.