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GX-series EtherCAT Slave Unit User’s Manual
Structure of This Manual
This manual consists of the following chapters.
Chapters Contents
Chapter 1 EtherCAT Network Explains about the EtherCAT features and the network
configuration.
Chapter 2 EtherCAT Slave Unit Overviews the GX-series EtherCAT Slave Unit and its
various types.
Chapter 3 Basic Usage Procedures Explains the setup method and usage procedures by using
simple system setup examples.
Chapter 4 Installation and Wiring Explains how to install Slave Units, and how to connect and
wire the EtherCAT network and power supply.
Chapter 5 EtherCAT Communications Explains the details of EtherCAT communications.
Chapter 6 Basic Specifications of Slave Units Explains the common specifications for all Slave Units.
Chapter 7 Digital I/O Slave Unit Gives an overview about the Digital I/O Slave Unit and
explains names and functions of components consisting
the Slave Unit. It also contains internal circuit diagrams,
wiring diagrams and mounting dimensions.
Chapter 8 Analog I/O Slave Unit Gives an overview about the Analog I/O Slave Unit and
explains names and functions of components consisting
the Slave Unit. It also contains internal circuit diagrams,
wiring diagrams and mounting dimensions.
Chapter 9 Encoder Input Slave Unit Gives an overview about the Encoder Input Slave Unit and
explains names and functions of components consisting
the Slave Unit. It also contains internal circuit diagrams,
wiring diagrams and mounting dimensions.
Chapter 10 IO-Link Master Unit Gives an overview of the IO-Link Master Unit and explains
the names and functions of the components of the IO-Link
Master Unit. It also contains wiring diagrams, and mounting
dimensions.
Chapter 11 Expansion Unit Gives an overview about the Expansion Unit and explains
names and functions of components consisting the Expan-
sion Unit. It also contains wiring diagrams and mounting
dimensions.
Chapter 12 Troubleshooting and Maintenance This contains troubleshooting and inspection methods
intended for individuals to handle abnormalities and con-
duct regular inspections.
Appendix Appendix Contains the object overview and explains the precautions.