Omron eCobra 600 - Smartcontroller EX; Eplc Connect Software; IO Blox; Smartvision MX

Chapter 1: Introduction
SmartController EX
The SmartController EX motion controller can coordinate up to 4 robots, increasing the number
of robot joints to 16 from the eCobra’s 4. It increases the I/O available, raises the number of
serial ports by 3, and provides for tracking up to 4 additional conveyors.
NOTE: Since the eAIB has only one RS-232 port, adding a SmartController EX to
the RS-232 port renders the port unusable. If using eV+, "SERIAL:0" will access
the eAIB's RS-232 port.
TheSmartController EX supports the DeviceNet option, and allows for the use of third-party
vision systems. One RS-485 port is available.
The SmartController EX is covered in the SmartController EX User's Guide.
ePLC Connect Software
The ePLC Connect software allows programming and operation of an eCobra robot directly
from a PLC, using the software as an interface between the PLC and the robot. Refer to ePLC
Connect 3.0 Software User's Guide.
IO Blox
Up to 8 IO Blox units can be added to increase the available I/O ports by 8 inputs and 8 out-
puts per unit. The IOBlox does not require a SmartController EX. Refer to the IO Blox User’s
Guide.
SmartVision MX
The SmartVision MX is an industrial PC that provides vision-oriented connectivity, as well as
extra I/O. It can drive up to 4 Gigabit and 4 USB 3.0 cameras. The Gigabit ports are PoE, so no
extra power is needed to the cameras. Refer to the SmartVision MX User's Guide.
T20 Pendant
The T20 pendant provides manual control of an eCobra robot. This is generally used when
teaching pick and place locations. Refer to the T20 Pendant User's Guide.
NOTE: Omron Adept Technologies, Inc. does not offer a cableless (wireless)
pendant.
Intelligent Force Sensing
The Intelligent Force Sensing system is a hardware and software package that allows eCobra
robots to react to sensed forces and moments at the tool flange, reducing force overshoot and
stopping time when forces or moments exceed preset thresholds. Refer to the Intelligent Force
Sensing System User's Guide.
ACE PackXpert Process Manager
PackXpert provides a point-and-click interface for configuring and programming the workcell.
The PackXpert Process Manager is the recommended method for programming most applic-
ations. Refer to the ACE User’s Guide.
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