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Yamaha RCX40 User Manual

Yamaha RCX40
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Users Manual
ENGLISH
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YAMAHA 4-AXIS ROBOT CONTROLLER
E75-Ver. 12.00
RCX40

Table of Contents

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Yamaha RCX40 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeRobot Controller
Control MethodPTP (Point-to-Point), CP (Continuous Path)
Communication InterfaceRS-232C, Ethernet
Controlled axes4 axes
Power SupplyAC100V to 240V ±10%, 50/60Hz
Humidity20% to 80% (non-condensing)

Summary

Safety Precautions Before Use

Warning and Caution Symbols

Explains WARNING for severe injury/death and CAUTION for injury/damage, with NOTE for key points.

System Design, Installation, and Wiring Safety

System Design Safety Points

Safety points for system design including emergency stop circuits and cable separation.

Installation Safety Points

Safety points for secure installation of connectors and proper wiring practices.

Wiring Safety Points

Safety points for wiring, including terminal screws, foreign matter, and cable handling.

Start-up, Disposal, and Other Safety Precautions

Start-up and Maintenance Safety Points

Safety warnings for operating personnel, movement range, explosion-proof design, and electrical terminals.

Chapter 1: Safety Guidelines

General Safety Rules

Observing safety rules for correct and safe use of the YAMAHA robot and controller.

Safety Precautions During Operation

Precautions for safe robot operation, including trained personnel and safe working areas.

Safety Precautions During Maintenance

Precautions for safe maintenance, including power-off procedures and waiting times.

Warning Labels on Controller

Warning labels affixed to the controller to ensure safe and correct use.

Warning Marks on Controller

Warning marks shown on the controller to ensure safe and correct use.

Warranty and Operating Environment

Chapter 2: System Overview

Chapter 3: Installation Procedures

Installing the Robot Controller

Guidelines for choosing a proper installation location and precautions.

Power Connections

Instructions for connecting power supply, including voltage and capacity requirements.

Robot Cable Connections

Instructions for connecting robot cables to the controller's front panel connectors.

Connecting the MPB Programming Unit

Procedure for connecting the MPB programming unit to the controller.

Connecting the Absolute Battery

Procedure for connecting the absolute battery for origin position detection.

Cable Routing and Installation Precautions

Precautions for routing cables and installing the controller to prevent noise and malfunctions.

Checking Robot Controller Operation

Steps to check the controller's operation after installation and connections.

Chapter 4: Operation Modes and Keys

PROGRAM Mode Operations

Details program editing, directory management, compiling, and function key registration.

MANUAL Mode Operations

Covers manual movement, point data, shift coordinates, hand definitions, and display units.

SYSTEM Mode Operations

Controls controller settings, parameters, communication, initialization, and self-diagnosis.

Powering the Robot Controller On and Off

Procedures for turning the robot controller power on and off safely.

UTILITY Mode Functions

Used for maintenance tasks like emergency stop cancellation and motor control.

Emergency Stop Function

How to perform an immediate stop using the MPB emergency stop button.

Emergency Stop Reset Procedure

Steps to reset the emergency stop and resume normal operation.

Mode Configuration Overview

Overview of the different robot operation modes.

Basic Operation Modes

Details the five basic modes: SERVICE, AUTO, PROGRAM, MANUAL, SYSTEM.

SERVICE Mode Operation

Explains SERVICE mode usage for maintenance, speed limits, and operation devices.

AUTO Mode Operation

Explains how AUTO mode executes robot programs and tasks.

Chapter 5: I/O Interface Details

Chapter 6: SAFETY I/O Interface

Emergency Stop Input Signal Connections

Details connections for emergency stop input signals using MPB and external circuits.

Chapter 7: RS-232C Interface

Chapter 8: Specifications

Chapter 9: Troubleshooting Guide

Robot Controller Error Messages

Lists and explains robot controller error messages, classified by error group number.

General Troubleshooting Steps

General troubleshooting procedures and information gathering.

Troubleshooting Checkpoints

Checkpoints for troubleshooting installation, power, and operation issues.

Chapter 4: Operation Details

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