1-2 Communications with the Host 
1-2  Communications with the Host 
 
NS-series PTs allow the user to allocate words and bits in any PLC area for use in accessing 
the required display contents and storing input data. 
Operations that can be performed include reading and writing allocated word contents and bit 
status directly, changing the display status of functional objects on the PT screen, and con-
trolling and notifying PT status. 
The NS-series PTs also enable communications with more than one PLC. A host name is 
registered for each PLC connected, allowing access to any PLC areas by specifying the host 
name and address. 
NS - Series PT  PLC
Ti
 
 
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DM Area I/O Area
Auxiliary Area 
 
When using NS-series PTs, the host can be connected using any of the following methods. 
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1:1 NT Link 
1:N NT Link (normal or high-speed) 
Ethernet 
Controller Link 
Host Link 
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