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Panasonic GM1 User Manual

Panasonic GM1
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Motion Controller
GM1 Controller RTEX
User’s Manual
Operation
WUME-GM1RTXOP-01
2021.2

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Panasonic GM1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Effective Pixels16.0 megapixels
Continuous Shooting5 fps
Dimensions98.5 x 54.9 x 30.4 mm
CategoryMirrorless
Sensor TypeMOS
Sensor Size17.3 x 13.0 mm
ISO Sensitivity200-25600
Video Recording1920 x 1080
LCD Screen3.0-inch
Battery LifeApprox. 230 shots

Summary

Before Using This Product

Safety Precautions

Explains important rules to prevent personal injury and property damage, including warning symbols.

Handling Precautions and Manual Symbols

Details symbols used in the manual to indicate safety information and operation procedures.

Software License Agreement

Outlines the terms and conditions for using the GM Programmer software.

Operation Flow and System Configuration

System Configuration Diagram

Illustrates the system components including controller, amplifiers, and PC.

Work Flowchart for Installation and Operation

Provides a step-by-step workflow from GM1 controller installation to operation.

Overview of the GM Programmer

System Requirements for GM Programmer

Specifies the software and hardware requirements for running GM Programmer.

Installing and Uninstalling GM Programmer

Provides detailed procedures for installing and uninstalling the software.

Basic GM Programmer Operations

Explains how to start and exit the GM Programmer application.

GM Programmer Component Names

Identifies and describes the main components of the GM Programmer interface.

GM Programmer Window Operations

Details pane management, tab switching, and full-screen display.

Other GM Programmer Functions

Covers additional features like option settings, language, and help functions.

Project Operations in GM Programmer

Creating a New Project

Step-by-step guide to creating a new project for the GM1 controller.

Saving, Opening, and Closing Projects

Procedures for saving, opening, and closing projects within GM Programmer.

Device Tree Configuration

Explains the structure of project devices and objects in the device tree.

Adding Objects and Devices

Guides on adding various types of objects (POU, Interface) and devices (Modbus COM).

Project Configuration and Settings

Details on configuring project-wide settings like compiler options and security.

Exporting and Importing Project Objects

Instructions for exporting and importing project objects as XML files.

Project Backup and Automatic Saving

Covers creating project backups and configuring automatic saving features.

Comparing and Merging Projects

Explains how to compare project files and merge differences between them.

Program Creation and Management

Project Creation Flow and Setup Steps

Outlines the sequence for creating a project and setting up controller, motion, unit, and communication.

GM Programmer Interface for Program Creation

Details the main pane, declaration editor, auto declaration, and toolbox.

Supported Programming Languages

Describes Ladder Diagram, Structured Text, SFC, FBD, IL, and CFC programming languages.

Variable Declaration and Data Types

Covers standard data types, arrays, subrange types, and user-defined types.

Using Functions and Function Blocks

Explains how to create, use, and invoke functions and function blocks.

Programming in Different Languages

Ladder Diagram (LD) Programming Details

Guides on inserting contacts, coils, function blocks, networks, branches, and comments.

Structured Text (ST) Programming Syntax

Explains ST program syntax, instructions, assignment statements, and commenting.

Sequential Function Chart (SFC) Programming

Covers inserting elements, SFC editor settings, and execution conditions.

Function Block Diagram (FBD) Programming

Details entering function blocks, networks, and FBD program settings.

Instruction List (IL) Programming

Explains entering instructions and operands, and IL program settings.

Continuous Function Chart (CFC) Programming

Covers inserting elements, connection marks, and CFC programming.

Program Creation Support Functions

Includes bookmarks, call tree, cross-reference, guidance, and refactoring.

Build Process and Task Management

Explains build, rebuild, code generation, clean operations, and task management.

Connecting and Operating the GM1 Controller

Operation Check Flow and Procedures

Outlines steps for operation check: build, connect, login, and debug.

Physical Connection and Communication Settings

Details cable connections (USB/Ethernet) and network settings.

GM1 Controller Connection Status and Operations

Explains connection states (Connected, Login, Online Config) and available operations.

Setting Controller Date, Time, and Other Parameters

Covers setting time, changing device name, echo services, and online mode.

Login, Logout, and Download Procedures

Details the process for logging in, logging out, and downloading applications.

Source Upload and Commissioning Servo Amplifiers

Explains uploading source code and conducting servo amplifier commissioning.

Debugging GM1 Controller Applications

Running, Stopping, and Single-Cycle Operations

Procedures for starting, stopping, and executing applications in single cycles.

Breakpoints and Execution Points

Guides on setting breakpoints, execution points, and using the call stack view.

Debug Operations: Value Management

Explains writing, forcing, unforcing, and watching variable values during debugging.

Flow Control and Operation Mode Management

Details flow control display and managing operation modes (Debug, Locked, Operational).

Monitoring Variables and Controller Performance

Covers monitoring variables in editors, watch views, and checking performance.

Controller Reset Procedures

Explains Warm, Cold, Origin, and Device reset procedures.

Checking Controller Status, Logs, and Errors

Guides on checking logs, status, system data history, and task monitoring.

Device Trace for CPU Load Analysis

Details using Device Trace to monitor CPU load and configure graph display settings.

Error Notification and Recovery

Covers error overview, checking/clearing errors, obtaining error info, and error codes.

Useful Functions of GM Programmer

Simulation Function for Offline Operation

Allows performing login and checking behaviors without connecting to the GM1 controller.

Security Features: User Management

Covers project user management, creating users/groups, and setting privileges.

Security Features: Encryption

Explains encrypting project files and communication paths using certificates.

Security Features: Write-protection

Details how to implement write-protection for project files.

User Library Management

Guides on creating libraries, installing them, and adding them to projects.

POU for Implicit Checks

Adds functions to automatically check array bounds, pointers, and division by zero.

Interface Implementation

Explains how to define and implement interfaces for function blocks.

External File Functions

Allows saving text, image, and other files within the project.

PANATERM Lite for GM Operation

Instructions on starting PANATERM Lite for GM to check servo amplifier settings.

Motion Control with GM1 Controller

RTEX Axis Settings and Configuration

Covers RTEX axis setup, including general, scaling, software limits, and dynamic limits.

Basic Preparations for Motion Operation

Details servo ON/OFF, home return methods, and JOG operation procedures.

Single-axis Operation Modes

Explains position, velocity, torque, and stop control using function blocks.

Synchronous Operation: Cam and Gear Control

Covers synchronous cam and gear operations, including setup and programming.

Multi-axis Operation with Interpolation Control

Details linear, circular, helical interpolation, and G-code programming.

Motion Function Error Handling

Describes classification of motion errors and methods for checking and clearing them.

Unit Control for GM1 Controller

Overview of Unit Control Functions

Provides an overview of controller functions like I/O, PWM, and counter, and expansion units.

General-purpose I/O Configuration

Details setting parameters and I/O mapping for general-purpose I/O points.

PWM Output Configuration

Explains how to set PWM output ports, I/O mapping, and data update timing.

High-speed Counter Function Setup

Covers overview, parameter settings, comparison, external output, capture, and unit errors.

Communication Functions of GM1 Controller

Overview of Communication Functions

Details supported protocols and maximum connections for COM and LAN ports.

General-purpose Communication (Ethernet)

Explains TCP CLIENT and SERVER, and UDP processing examples.

General-purpose Communication (Serial)

Details COM transmission/reception and serial communication settings.

MODBUS Communication Protocols

Covers Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU master/slave communication setup.

EtherNet/IP Communication Setup

Explains EtherNet/IP scanner and adapter setup, and device configuration.

Other Controller Functions

SD Card Access and File Operations

Guides on accessing the SD card via CAA File library for file operations.

Time Function Settings

Explains date/time settings in GM Programmer and via function blocks.

Trace Function for Variable History

Details setting up and executing trace to monitor variable value histories.

PANATERM Lite for GM Operations

System Requirements for PANATERM Lite

Specifies the software and hardware requirements for running PANATERM Lite for GM.

Installing and Uninstalling PANATERM Lite

Provides procedures for installing and uninstalling the PANATERM Lite software.

Basic PANATERM Lite Operations

Explains how to start and exit the PANATERM Lite application.

PANATERM Lite User Interface Components

Describes the components and displays of the PANATERM Lite interface.

PANATERM Lite Window Operations

Details pane management, tab switching, and window operations.

Connecting to Servo Amplifiers

Guides on selecting devices, configuring communication, and setting up servo amplifiers.

Parameter Window Operations

Covers checking, setting, copying, and switching parameter value formats.

MINAS Parameters for GM1 Controller

Lists servo amplifier parameters that affect GM1 controller behavior.

Monitor and Alarm Window Usage

Explains how to check servo amplifier states, I/O signals, and error status.

Troubleshooting Servo Amplifiers and Motors

Provides solutions for common issues like setup, communication, and abnormal behavior.

Appendix: Warranty and Cautions

Product Warranty Information

Details warranty period, scope, and conditions for exemption.

Cautions for Proper Use

Provides practical considerations for export, installation, usage, and disposal.

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