12 Software Pendant
12.1 Introduction
12-1
HW1485509
HW1485509
12 Software Pendant
12.1 Introduction
12.1.1 Overview of Software Pendant
The Software Pendant application software provides supplementary
functions for using the Smart Pendant with the YRC Controller. The
Software Pendant application should be installed on a Windows PC.
12.1.2 Functions
The Software Pendant should be used for the following functions:
– Variable Allocation
– Functional Safety Unit Settings
• Tool Angle Monitor
• Tool Change Monitor
– Safety Logic Circuit
– Safety board and PFL board flash reset
– Position Limit Setup
– Installation Angle
– I/O Allocation
– CMOSBK Load (Restore function for CMOS backup)
– All maintenance mode functions
When the Software Pendant is connected to the YRC Controller, jogging
of the manipulator is not allowed from the Software Pendant. Playing a
JOB is also not allowed from the Software Pendant. However, if a JOB is
playing, Smart Pendant can be switched to REMOTE mode and Software
Pendant can be connected. The job will continue to play.
To connect the Software Pendant, the YRC Controller must
meet the following conditions:
– The communication between the Smart Pendant and
the YRC Controller is disconnected by switching the
YRC Controller mode to REMOTE using key switch
on Smart Pendant.
– When the Smart Pendant is not connected, the Smart
Pendant safety signal short circuit connector is
connected.
LAN interface is set up according to the chapter 12.3
“Connection Process”.
The {SERVO ON/OFF} on the Software Pendant is disabled
if the Smart Pendant option installed.
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