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Panasonic FP7 - User Manual

Panasonic FP7
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PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLER
FP7 Positioning Unit
User's Manual
Phone: 800.894.0412 - Fax: 888.723.4773 - Web: www.clrwtr.com - Email: info@clrwtr.com

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • E
    Elizabeth WintersAug 13, 2025
    What to do if a unit error occurs on Panasonic FP7 Controller?
    • N
      nstephensAug 13, 2025
      To address a Unit error on your Panasonic Controller, monitor UM00064 and check the error code. For detailed information on error codes, consult "12.2.1 ERR LED Turns ON on the Unit".
  • C
    Connor HernandezAug 17, 2025
    What to do if the Panasonic FP7 Controller shows a warning?
    • A
      Ashley PayneAug 17, 2025
      To address the Warning on your Panasonic Controller, monitor UM00065 and check the warning code. For details of warning codes, refer to "12.2.3 ERR LED is Flashing on the Unit".
  • M
    Malik PhillipsAug 21, 2025
    What to do if Panasonic Controller logging/trace starts or is complete right after the execution?
    • M
      Misty BranchAug 21, 2025
      If the logging or trace function starts and completes immediately after execution on your Panasonic Controller, the autostart setting may be enabled. To resolve this, navigate to the logging/trace setting menu and set Autostart to "No".
  • M
    Mary GonzalezAug 25, 2025
    What to do if Panasonic Controller shows 43 From PLC? Copy failed?
    • G
      glenn67Aug 25, 2025
      If your Panasonic Controller displays a "43 From PLC? Copy failed" error, it indicates that data from the SD memory card cannot be copied to the CPU unit. To fix this: * Create an "AUTO" folder in the SD memory card. * Verify that the setting file is saved in the SD memory card.
  • M
    Mary Adkins DVMAug 27, 2025
    What to do if Panasonic Controller displays 78 From PLC ? Application error - No SD error?
    • J
      Jaclyn CruzAug 28, 2025
      If your Panasonic Controller displays a "78 From PLC ? Application error - No SD error", ensure that an SD memory card is properly inserted and that the card cover is securely closed.
  • J
    James HoffmanAug 31, 2025
    What to do if Panasonic Controller displays 90 From PLC ? Application error - Logging error?
    • K
      Kayla MeyerAug 31, 2025
      If your Panasonic Controller displays a "90 From PLC ? Application error - Logging error", depending on the situation, you may need to wait for the completion of the logging operation. Alternatively, you can download the setting parameters again after performing the logging stop operation.
  • J
    John WellsSep 5, 2025
    What to do if Panasonic Controller displays 60 From PLC? Application error - Parameter error?
    • S
      Samantha WrightSep 5, 2025
      If your Panasonic Controller displays a "60 From PLC? Application error - Parameter error", check the box of the LOG number to be started.
  • S
    smithdaltonSep 8, 2025
    What to do if Panasonic Controller displays 62 From PLC ? Application error - Registration error?
    • G
      George NewmanSep 8, 2025
      If your Panasonic Controller displays a "62 From PLC ? Application error - Registration error", verify that the settings match the LOG number to be activated.

Summary

Safety Precautions

WARNING

Critical situations leading to death or serious injury.

CAUTION

Critical situations leading to injury or property damage.

1 Functions of Unit and Restrictions on Combinations

1.1 Functions of Positioning Unit

Overview of positioning unit capabilities like stepping/servo motor control.

1.2 Restrictions on Combinations of Units

Details current consumption for different unit types.

2 Names and Functions of Parts

2.1 Names and Functions of Parts

Describes components like LEDs, switches, and connectors.

2.2 Operating Status LEDs

Table detailing LED descriptions, colors, and states.

3 Wiring

3.1 Connection over Wire-pressed Terminal Cable

Details wire specifications and connector parts.

3.2 I;O Specifications and Terminal Wiring

Describes output terminal specifications for transistor and line driver types.

3.3 Supply of Power to Drive Internal Circuit

Diagrams showing power supply connections for different outputs.

3.4 Connecting Pulse Instruction Signal Input

Wiring diagrams for pulse input connections.

4 Power On;Off and Check Items

4.1 Safety Circuit Design

Illustrates safety circuit with over limit switch installation.

4.2 Before Turning On the Power

System configuration example and pre-power-on checks.

4.3 Procedure for Turning On the Power

Step-by-step procedure for powering on the system.

4.4 Check with Power Turned On

Major steps for checking system after power-on.

5 Unit Allocation and Parameter Settings

5.1 Unit Allocation

Procedure for registering units in the I/O map for parameter settings.

5.2 Axis Allocation for Use

Allocating axes for positioning unit use via Configurator PM7.

5.3 Parameter Settings

Allocating fundamental parameters using Configurator PM7.

5.4 Synchronous Parameter;Cam Pattern Settings

Allocating parameters for synchronous control using Configurator PM7.

5.5 Creating Positioning Data Table

Describes the initial display and setting items for positioning data tables.

5.6 Saving Parameters

Saving and loading configuration information and I/O map allocations.

6 Transfer to Unit and Commissioning

6.1 Check on Setting Contents

Procedure to check parameter and data values using Configurator PM7.

6.2 Transfer of Parameters

Transferring set parameters to the CPU unit and positioning unit.

6.3 Monitoring on Configurator PM7

Monitoring connection and input states of axes and terminals.

6.4 Tool Operation

Performing commissioning with Configurator PM7 before program execution.

7 Automatic Operation (Positioning Control)

7.1 Basic Operation

Overview of operation modes: single axis and interpolation control.

7.2 Interpolation Control

Overview of 2-axis, 3-axis linear, circular, and spiral interpolation types.

7.3 Setting and Operation of Positioning Repeat Function

How positioning repeats based on dwell time and operation patterns.

8 Automatic Operation (Synchronous Control)

8.1 Synchronous Control

Merits and functions of synchronous control (electronic gear, clutch, cam).

8.3 Electronic Gear Function

How electronic gear function works with master axis speed and gear ratio.

8.4 Electronic Clutch Function

Engaging/disengaging clutch for output from electronic gear.

8.5 Electronic Cam Function

How electronic cam function uses cam patterns to determine slave axis movement.

9 Manual Operation (JOG Operation)

9.1 Setting and Operation of JOG Operation

Parameters for JOG operation including acceleration/deceleration.

9.2 Changing the Speed During JOG Operation

Parameters for changing speed during JOG operation.

10 Manual Operation (Home Return)

10.1 Pattern of Home Return

Home return patterns based on switch detection.

10.2 Setting and Operation of Home Return

Parameters for home return operation including return code and speed.

11 Manual Operation (Pulser Operation)

11.1 Setting and Operation of Pulser Operation

Different pulser operation methods: standard, speed limits.

12 Stop functions

12.1 Settings and Operations of Stop Functions

Table detailing stop functions like deceleration, pause, emergency, limit, error, system stops.

12.2 Settings and Operations of Pause Functions

Setting the positioning unit operation with deceleration stop request signal.

13 Supplementary Functions

13.1 Dwell Time

Dwell time definition and behavior in different control modes.

13.2 Software Limit

Enabling/disabling software limits for different operations.

13.3 Auxiliary Output Code and Auxiliary Output Contact

Auxiliary output contact operation in With or Delay mode.

13.4 Current Value Update

Areas for current value update requests and coordinates.

13.5 Coordinate Origin

Procedure to set coordinate origin after home return processing.

13.6 Pulse Input

Types of pulse input: Pulser, Feedback pulse, High-speed counter.

13.7 Startup speed

Setting startup speed for different operations.

14 Programming Cautions

14.1 Programming Cautions

Notes on unit memory clearing, operation continuity, and PLC modes.

14.1.4 Types of Positioning Data Setting Areas

Comparison of standard and extended positioning data areas.

15 Errors and Warnings

15.1 About Errors and Warnings

Occurrence and behavior of errors and warnings in the positioning unit.

15.3 Error Code Table

Table of system errors, their descriptions, and countermeasures.

15.4 List of Warning Codes

Table of unit warnings, descriptions, and countermeasures.

16 Troubleshooting

16.1 What to Do If an Error Occurs

Solutions for motor not rotating or operating.

17 Specifications

17.1 Specifications

General specifications including operating/storage conditions and resistance.

17.2 I;O Number Allocation

I/O number allocation for common signals.

17.3 Entire Configuration of Memory Unit Area

Memory areas for common settings like parameter control and axis group.

17.4 Details of Common Area in Unit Memory

Configuration of common memory area for settings.

17.5 Details of Each Axis Information Area in Unit Memory

Memory map for axis information and monitor areas.

17.6 Details of Each Axis Setting Area in Unit Memory

Configuration of axis setting area storing parameters and positioning data.

17.8 Dimensions

Dimensional drawings for the 2-axis and 4-axis units.

18 Sample program

18.1 Basic Configuration and Contact Allocations of Sample Programs

Basic wiring configuration for sample programs.

18.2 Sample program

Sample program with settings done in the standard area.

Panasonic FP7 Specifications

General IconGeneral
SeriesFP7
ManufacturerPanasonic
Input Voltage24 V DC
Data MemoryVaries by model
DimensionsVaries by model
WeightVaries by model
TypeProgrammable Logic Controller (PLC)
Output TypeRelay, Transistor
Number of InputsVaries by model
Number of OutputsVaries by model
Communication PortsEthernet, RS232C, RS485

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