Mitsubishi AL-6MR-A User Manual

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Welcome, and thank you for purchasing a Mitsubishi Alpha simple application controller.
In your pack you will find:
1. Fax-back registration and free training form
2. Mitsubishi Alpha programmable controller
3. Mitsubishi Visual Logic programming software on CD
4. Programming cable
5. This quick start guide in hard copy and electronic copy on the Visual Logic CD
The purpose of this quick start guide is to provide new users with enough knowledge to get
started installing and programming Mitsubishi Alpha’s.
The Mitsubishi Alpha controllers host many advanced features. All these features are not
covered here. For a detailed discussion of advanced features please refer to the relevant
technical manuals.
Your Alpha is provided with the following manuals:
• Hardware manual – Physical and electrical information
• Programming manual – Function blocks, keypad and direct programming
• Software manual – Function blocks and programming with a PC
You can find these on your Mitsubishi Visual Logic CD.
This guide applies to both α and α2 controllers. “Alpha” refers to both α and α2.
This document will guide you through the following lessons:
1. Important features of the Mitsubishi Alpha programmable controller
2. How to wire your Alpha’s power supply, inputs and outputs
3. A Quick introduction to programming the Alpha
4. How to program your Alpha using the front keypad and LCD screen
5. A Quick introduction to Visual Logic programming software
6. How to write a simple program using your PC and Visual Logic
7. How to write a more complex program using your PC and Visual Logic
8. An example program for a Manual/Automatic Ventilation Fan
9. An example program for time switched lighting
10. Converting ladder Logic to Alpha’s Logic and Function blocks
Q u i c k S t a r t G u i d e
Mitsubishi Alpha / Alpha2
Programmable Controller
The contents of this document are subject to change without prior notice. There may be variations
from the illustrations. NHP accepts no liability for damage or injury resulting from the use of the
contents of this document. Examples in this document are for demonstration purposes only.
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Mitsubishi AL-6MR-A Specifications

General

Brand	Mitsubishi
Model	AL-6MR-A
Category	Controller
Language	English

Summary

Mitsubishi Alpha Features and Specifications

Alpha2 Series Additional Features

Details the specific features of the Alpha2 series controllers beyond the base Alpha series.

Mitsubishi Alpha Models and Expansion Modules

Details available Mitsubishi Alpha models and expansion modules for I/O.

Wiring Alpha Controller Power, Inputs, and Outputs

Wiring 100-240V AC Power, Inputs, and Outputs

Instructions for wiring AC power supply, and AC inputs/outputs for Alpha controllers.

Wiring 24V DC Power, Inputs, and Outputs

Instructions for wiring DC power supply and DC inputs/outputs for Alpha controllers.

Output Terminal Wiring

Guide for wiring relay type outputs for AC or DC switching on the Alpha.

Introduction to Alpha Controller Programming

Programming Alpha with Keypad and LCD Screen

Setting Time and Date via Keypad

Step-by-step guide to setting the controller's internal time and date using the keypad.

Navigating Run, Stop, and Programming Modes

Instructions on how to switch the controller between running, stopped, and programming modes.

Connecting Function Blocks to Inputs

Guide on selecting and connecting function blocks to input terminals in the Alpha controller.

Configuring Function Block Parameters

Steps to set parameters, such as delay times, for function blocks on the Alpha.

Connecting Function Blocks to Outputs

Procedure for connecting function block outputs to the Alpha's output terminals.

Disconnecting Function Blocks

Steps to disconnect or remove function blocks and their connections from a program.

Removing Function Blocks

Instructions on how to delete function blocks and their associated connections from the program.

Introduction to Visual Logic Programming Software

Visual Logic Software Installation

Guide on system requirements and steps to install the Visual Logic programming software.

Visual Logic Programming Environment Overview

Introduction to the Visual Logic software interface, toolbars, and windows.

Visual Logic Software Modes

Overview of the three modes: Programming, Simulation, and Monitor modes.

Writing Programs with Visual Logic

Creating a Simple Program

Step-by-step guide to creating a basic start/stop program using Visual Logic.

Simulating the Program

How to switch to simulation mode and test the created program.

Configuring the COM Port

Steps to set up the PC's COM port for controller communication.

Downloading and Monitoring the Program

Procedure for writing the program to the controller and monitoring its execution.

Running the Program on the Controller

Instructions to start the program execution on the Alpha controller.

Stopping the Program on the Controller

Steps to halt program execution on the Alpha controller.

Reading Program from Controller

Procedure to retrieve an existing program from the controller to the PC.

Writing a More Complex Program with Visual Logic

Example Program: Manual/Automatic Ventilation Fan

Example Program: Time Switched Lighting

Converting Ladder Logic to Alpha Logic and Function Blocks

Positive Logic Conversion

Shows how to convert positive logic from ladder diagrams to Alpha logic.

Negative Logic (NOT) Conversion

Illustrates converting negative logic (NOT) from ladder to Alpha logic.

AND Logic Conversion

Demonstrates converting AND logic from ladder diagrams to Alpha function blocks.

OR Logic Conversion

Shows how to convert OR logic from ladder diagrams to Alpha function blocks.

NAND Logic Conversion

Illustrates converting NAND logic from ladder diagrams to Alpha function blocks.

NOR Logic Conversion

Shows how to convert NOR logic from ladder diagrams to Alpha function blocks.

XOR Logic Conversion

Demonstrates converting XOR logic from ladder diagrams to Alpha function blocks.

On Delay Timer Conversion

Shows how to convert On Delay Timers from ladder logic to Alpha function blocks.

One Shot Timer Conversion

Illustrates converting One Shot Timers from ladder logic to Alpha function blocks.

Flicker Function Conversion

Shows how to convert Flicker functions from ladder logic to Alpha function blocks.

Set Reset Function Conversion

Demonstrates converting Set Reset functions from ladder logic to Alpha function blocks.

Comparison Function Conversion

Illustrates converting comparison operations from ladder logic to Alpha function blocks.

Arithmetic Operation Conversion

Shows how to convert arithmetic operations from ladder logic to Alpha function blocks.