Omron NX1 Series User Manual

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Overview of FINS
FINS is a command system for the message service that can be used commonly in OMRON network.
The FINS command system allows to read sent and received data, status etc. between a host comput-
er and an NX-series CPU Unit, and between an NX-series CPU Unit and an OMRON CPU Unit.
FINS provides server and client functions.
For details about the FINS frame format, refer to the SYSMAC CS/CJ/CP/NSJ-series Communications
Commands Reference Manual (Cat. No. W342).
Precautions for Correct Use
We do not recommend to use the FINS function because it may be unsupported in future OM-
RON products. Use other communications functions when you design new communications.
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Server Function of FINS
This function allows to receive FINS commands from external devices such as host computers or OM-
RON CPU Units and then to execute requested services.
NX-series CPU Unit
Ethernet
FINS command
Response frame
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Client Function of FINS
This function allows NX502 and NX102 CPU Units to send and receive data to/from OMRON Units
which is provided with the FINS server function.
Ethernet
FINS command
Response frame
NX-series CPU Unit
OMRON Unit
1 FINS
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NX-series CPU Unit FINS Function User's Manual (W596)

Omron NX1 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Omron
Model	NX1 Series
Category	Controller
Language	English