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6.4.  EtherCAT Communications Setup 
Set up EtherCAT communications. 
 
Depending on the Controller status, unexpected operations of the motion 
control devices may occur when the power to the Controller is turned on, 
resulting in a personal injury to the user. 
Pay attention to safety when the power is turned on. 
 
Precautions for Correct Use 
Before taking the following steps, make sure that the devices are connected via an Ethernet 
cable. If they are not connected, turn OFF the power to the devices, and connect the Ethernet 
cable. 
 
  Communications Setup for the EtherCAT Master 
 
Connect the Controller with 
slave devices using an Ethernet 
cable. 
* Refer to the manuals for slave 
devices to configure them. 
 
Select System – EtherCAT – 
Master0 (Deactivated) in the 
Solution Explorer.