7
Serial Communications Connection Procedure
 
7.4.  Serial Communication Status Check 
Start the send/receive processing and confirm that serial communications performs normally.   
 
If the PLC memory is changed by malfunction during monitoring power flow and 
present value status in the Ladder Section Window or in the Watch Window, the 
devices connected to output units may malfunction, regardless of the operating 
mode of CPU Unit.   
Always ensure safety before monitoring power flow and present value status in 
the Ladder Section Window or in the Watch Window.   
 
 
 
Precautions for Correct Use 
Check that the serial cable is connected before performing the following procedure.   
If it is not connected, turn OFF the each device, and then connect the serial cable.   
 
 
7.4.1.  Starting the Trace 
Start tracing with CX-Protocol.   
 
Select Operating Mode - 
Monitor from the PLC Menu.   
2
The confirmation dialog box on 
the right is displayed. Confirm 
that there is no problem, and 
click Yes.   
3
Check that the operating mode 
changes to Monitor Mode. 
Double click    NewPLC1. 
 
The tree under    NewPLC1 
expands. Select Serial 
Communications Unit.   
(SCU [0] is selected on the 
right).