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LS Industrial Systems GLOFA GM7U Series User Manual

LS Industrial Systems GLOFA GM7U Series
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Programmable Logic Controller
GLOFA GM7U

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LS Industrial Systems GLOFA GM7U Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
SeriesGLOFA GM7U
TypePLC
CommunicationEthernet, RS-232, RS-485
Operating Temperature0°C to 55°C
Humidity5 to 95% RH, non-condensing
Power Supply24V DC
WeightVaries depending on module (refer to specific model)
Programming LanguageLD, SFC, ST, IL, FBD

Summary

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Design Precautions

Guidelines for preventing serious problems during PLC module design and operation.

Installation Precautions

Measures to ensure safe and correct installation of the PLC unit.

Wiring Precautions

Instructions for safe and correct wiring of the PLC system components.

Startup and Maintenance Precautions

Safety guidelines for starting up and maintaining the PLC system.

Disposal Precaution

Guidelines for the safe and environmentally responsible disposal of the product.

Chapter 1. General

1.1 Guide to Use This Manual

Provides an overview of the manual's structure and content for the GLOFA-GM7U series.

1.2 Feature

Details the key features and capabilities of the GLOFA-GM7U series PLC.

1.3 Terminology

Defines important terms and concepts used throughout the manual.

Chapter 2. System Configuration

2.1 Overall Configuration

Describes the basic, computer link, and network system configurations for the GLOFA-GM7U series.

2.2 Product List

Lists and describes the functional models of the GLOFA-GM7U series.

Chapter 3. General Specifications

3.1 General Specifications

Provides the general specifications and environmental requirements for the GLOFA-GM series.

Chapter 4. Names of Parts

4.1 Main Units

Identifies and describes the components and indicators of the main PLC units.

4.2 Expansion Modules

Details the various expansion modules available for the PLC system.

4.3 Special Modules

Describes the specifications and functions of special purpose modules.

4.4 Communication I/F Module

Explains the specifications and usage of communication interface modules.

Chapter 5. Power Supply / CPU

5.1 Power Supply Specifications

Details the electrical specifications for AC and DC power supplies.

5.2 CPU Specifications

Lists the general specifications for the CPU module, including memory and I/O.

5.3 Operation Processing

Explains the PLC's operation methods, scan time, and watchdog timer functions.

5.4 Program

Covers program configuration, execution procedures, tasks, and error handling.

5.5 Operation Modes

Describes the different operating modes (RUN, STOP, PAUSE, DEBUG) and their functions.

5.6 Functions

Details functions like RESTART modes, self-diagnosis, and remote operations.

5.7 Memory Configuration

Explains the structure and capacity of program and data memory.

5.8 I/O No. Allocation Method

Describes how I/O numbers are allocated to modules for addressing.

5.9 Built-in/external Communication Setting Switch

Explains the structure and usage of the built-in communication setting switch.

5.10 External Memory Module

Details the structure and usage of the external memory module for program backup.

5.11 RTC Option Module

Describes the specifications, structure, and usage of the Real-Time Clock module.

Chapter 6. Input and Output Specifications

6.1 Input / Output Specifications

Provides general specifications for digital inputs and outputs, including relay output life.

6.2 Digital Input Specifications

Details specifications, circuit diagrams, and wiring for digital input modules.

6.3 Digital Output Specifications

Details specifications, circuit diagrams, and wiring for digital output modules.

6.2.2 Expansion module

Provides specifications, circuit diagrams, and wiring for expansion modules.

6.3.4 Expansion module (Relay output)

Details specifications, circuit diagrams, and wiring for relay output expansion modules.

6.3.5 Expansion module (TR output)

Details specifications, circuit diagrams, and wiring for TR output expansion modules.

Chapter 7. Usage of Various Functions

7.1 Built-in Functions

Describes the usage of built-in PLC functions.

7.1.1 High speed counter function

Explains the specifications and handling of the built-in high-speed counter (HSC).

7.1.2. Pulse Catch

Details the minimum input pulse width and operation of the pulse catch function.

7.1.3 Input Filter

Explains how to use the input filter to improve system reliability in noisy environments.

7.1.4 PID control

Provides information on the built-in PID control function of the GM7U main unit.

7.2 Special Modules

Details the specifications and data registers for special modules.

7.2.1 A/D·D/A Combination module

Describes the performance specifications of the analog mixture module.

7.2.2 A/D Conversion module

Provides performance specifications for the analog input module.

7.2.3 D/A Conversion module

Details the performance specifications of the analog output module.

7.2.4 Analog timer

Explains the performance specifications and function of the analog timer module.

7.2.5 RTD input module

Details the performance specifications of the RTD input module.

7.3 Positioning Function

Covers the 2-axis positioning function for servo and stepping motor control.

7.3.2 Positioning function

Explains position control, speed control, and operation patterns for positioning.

7.3.3 Positioning parameter and operation data

Details positioning parameters like acceleration, deceleration, and origin return.

7.3.4 Instructions

Describes positioning instructions such as POSIST, POSJOG, POSCTR, POSPRS.

7.3.5 Flag list and error codes

Lists system flags and error codes related to positioning operations.

7.3.6 Wiring with servo and stepping motor drive (Open Collector)

Provides wiring diagrams for connecting servo and stepping motor drives.

Chapter 8. Communication Functions

8.1 Dedicated Protocol Communication

Explains the dedicated communication function for GM7U main units.

8.1.2 System configuration method

Details methods for composing systems using GM7U built-in communication.

8.1.3 Frame structure

Describes the base format for communication frames (Request, ACK, NAK).

8.1.4 Command list

Lists the commands used for reading, writing, and status monitoring.

8.1.5 Data type

Specifies the data types (Bit, Byte, Word, Double Word) for device communication.

8.1.6 Command Execution

Explains how to execute commands for reading and writing PLC device memory.

8.1.7 1:1, 1:N Built-in communications between LSIS products

Details built-in communication systems between GM7U units (master/slave).

8.2 User Defined Protocol Communication

Explains how to define and use custom communication protocols.

8.3 Modbus Protocol Communication

Covers Modbus communication, including ASCII and RTU modes.

8.4 No Protocol Communication

Explains communication without a defined protocol for unfixed data.

8.5 Remote Connection and Communication I/F Module

Describes remote connection methods using Cnet I/F and communication modules.

Chapter 9. Installation and Wiring

9.1 Installation

Provides guidelines for installing the PLC unit and its environment requirements.

9.1.1 Installation environment

Details the environmental requirements to ensure system reliability.

9.1.2 Handling instructions

Explains instructions for handling the main unit and expansion modules.

9.1.3 Connection of expansion module

Describes the procedure for connecting expansion modules to the main unit.

9.2 Wiring

Provides wiring instructions for the PLC system.

9.2.1 Power supply wiring

Details the instructions for connecting the power supply to the PLC.

9.2.2 Input and output devices wiring

Explains wiring procedures for connecting input and output devices.

9.2.3 Grounding

Provides guidelines for grounding the PLC to minimize noise.

9.2.4 Cable specifications for wiring

Lists the recommended cable specifications for various connections.

Chapter 10. Maintenance

10.1 Maintenance and Inspection

Covers periodic inspection items and countermeasures for the I/O module.

10.2 Daily Inspection

Details the inspection points and judgments for daily checks.

10.3 Periodic Inspection

Outlines items to check during periodic inspections and corrective actions.

Chapter 11. Troubleshooting

11.1 Basic Procedures of Troubleshooting

Provides basic instructions for identifying and resolving system faults.

11.2 Troubleshooting

Explains procedures for determining causes and corrective actions for errors.

11.2.1 Flowchart for when the “POWER” LED turned off

Step-by-step guide for troubleshooting when the POWER LED is off.

11.2.2 Flowchart for when the “ERROR” LED is flashing

Corrective actions for troubleshooting when the ERROR LED is flickering.

11.2.3 Flowchart for when the “RUN” LED is turned off

Procedure for addressing issues when the RUN LED is turned off.

11.2.4 Flowchart for when the I/O devices does not operate normally

Troubleshooting steps for when I/O modules are not operating correctly.

11.2.5 Flowchart for when unable to write a program to the CPU

Procedure for resolving issues preventing program writing to the CPU.

11.3 Troubleshooting Questionnaire

A questionnaire to gather information for contacting the service center.

11.4 Troubleshooting Examples

Illustrates common troubles with circuits and their corrective actions.

11.4.1 Input circuit troubles and corrective actions

Describes possible input circuit troubles and their solutions.

11.4.2 Output circuit troubles and corrective actions

Describes possible output circuit troubles and their corrective actions.

11.5 Error Code List

Lists error codes, causes, corrective actions, and operation status.

Appendix 1. System Definitions

1) Option

Details connection options, including communication port settings.

(2) Set Folder

Specifies directories for creating files in GMWIN.

(3) Monitor/Debug Option

Configures options for monitoring variables and debugging programs.

(4) Make Option

Sets compile types and clears M area at stop.

2) Basic Parameter

Covers essential parameters for PLC operation, memory allocation, and restart modes.

5) PID parameters

Details parameters for PID auto-tuning and PID control.

6) Position Parameter

Explains parameters for positioning functions like acceleration and speed.

7) High Speed Counter Parameter

Details parameters for configuring high-speed counters.

Appendix 2. Flag Lists

1) User flag lists

Lists and describes user-defined flags for program control.

2) System error flag lists

Details system error flags and their descriptions.

3) System warning flag lists

Lists system warning flags and their descriptions.

4) Detailed system error and warning flag lists

Provides detailed system error and warning flag information.

5) System operation status information flag lists

Lists flags related to system operation status and connection.

(2) Operation mode change switch status information

Describes the status information of the operation mode change switch.

Appendix 3. Function / Function Block Lists

1) Function lists

Lists available functions with their size and processing speed.

2) Function block lists

Lists available function blocks with their size and processing speed.

Appendix 4. External Dimensions

1) Base unit

Provides external dimensions for the base PLC unit.

2) Extension modules

Provides external dimensions for the standard type extension modules.

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