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9 Backup Functions
NJ-series CPU Unit Software User’s Manual (W501)
9-7 Sysmac Studio Variable and Memory Backup Functions
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9-7-1 Applicable Data for Sysmac Studio Variable and
Memory Backup Functions
9-7 Sysmac Studio Variable and Memory
Backup Functions
You can back up the present values of the battery-backup memory in the CPU Unit to an XML file on
your computer or restore the battery-backup memory from a previously saved backup file.
This section describes the applicable data, operating procedures, and CPU Unit model compatibility for
the Sysmac Studio variable and memory backup functions.
Applicable Data for Sysmac Studio Variable and Memory Backup Functions
• Present values of variables with a Retain attribute
• Present values in the DM, EM, and Holding Areas of memory used for CJ-series Units
• Absolute encoder home offsets
With a CPU Unit with unit version 1.04 or later and Sysmac Studio version 1.05 or higher, you
can select specific variables to back up or restore the present values of variables with a Retain
attribute.
The Sysmac Studio procedure is as follows:
Place the Sysmac Studio online with the CPU Unit, and select either Backup
Backup Variables and
Memory or Backup
Restore Variables and Memory from the Tools Menu. Refer to the Sysmac Stu-
dio Version 1 Operation Manual (Cat. No. W504) for details.
9-7-1 Applicable Data for Sysmac Studio Variable and Memory Backup
Functions
9-7-2 Using Sysmac Studio Variable and Memory Backup Functions
Sysmac Studio
Select Backup − Backup Variables and
Memory or Backup − Restore Variables and
Memory from the Tools Menu.
XML file
Absolute encoder home offsets
Present values in the DM, EM, and Holding Areas of memory used for CJ-series Units
Present values of retained variables
Backup and Restore Targets:
Backup
Present values of
battery-backup memory
Restoring
CPU Unit