SICK FX0-GMOD User Manual

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T
ransfer configuration from the configuration software to the system plug
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Import configuration from the system plug into the configuration software
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Diagnose the Flexi Soft system with the configuration software
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Continuous diagnostics of the Flexi Soft system via a connected PLC As such the
RS-232 interface can provide an alternative to a gateway.
Table 10: Pin assignment of the RS-232 interface on the FX3-CPUx
Male connec‐
t
or/Female connector
Pin Signal Color Computer-side pin
assignmentRS-232
D-Sub (9-pin)
2
1
4
3
1 Reserved Brown –
2 RxD White Pin 3
3 GND (connected electrically
int
ernally to connection A2
on the main module)
Blue Pin 5
4 TxD Black Pin 2
NOTICE
Ground loops
The device may be damaged if this is not observed.
►
Avoid ground loops between the GND connection of the RS-232 interface and the
A2 connection of the main module,for instance by using optocouplers.
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If the RS-232 interface of the main module is permanently connected (e.g. as an
alternative to a gateway), then observe the maximum permitted length of cable of
3m.
3.5.2 USB
Overview
T
he FX3-CPU3 main module has a USB interface.
Functions of the USB interface:
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Transfer configuration from the configuration software to the system plug
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Import configuration from the system plug into the configuration software
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Diagnose the Flexi Soft system with the configuration software
Important information
NOTICE
T
he USB interface is not suitable for continuous operation.
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Only use the USB interface during configuration and diagnostics.
USB interface
T
able 11: USB interface
USB version Connection type
2.0 Mini-B
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SICK FX0-GMOD Specifications

General

Brand	SICK
Model	FX0-GMOD
Category	Controller
Language	English