Panasonic A4 Series Power Supply User Manual


 
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System Configuration and Wiring
In Case of Communication with Multiple Drivers Using RS232 and RS485
By connecting the host (PC and host controller) and one driver via RS232 and connecting other drivers via
RS485 each other, you can connect multiple drivers..
In Case of Communication with Multiple Drivers Using RS485 Only
By connecting the host with all drivers via RS485 you can realize connection with multiple drivers.
Set up the rotary switch (ID) to 1 to F.
<Notes>
You can connect up to 15 drivers with the host.
For details, refer to P.278, "Communication"of Supplement.
Connection with the Console
[How to connect]
Wiring to the Connectors, CN X3 and X4 (Connection to PC, Host or Console)
• This servo driver features 2 kinds of communication function, RS232 and RS485, and you can use in 3
connecting methods.
In Case of Communication with One Driver Using RS232
By connecting the PC and the driver via RS232, you can utilize the setup support software, "PANATERM
®
"
(option). "PANATERM "offers useful functions such as monitoring of various status, setup/change of pa-
rameters and waveform graphic display and so on.
You can set the rotary switch (ID) to any of 0 to F.
CN X4
Connector for RS232
(back side)
Exclusive connecting
cable
Refer to "Options".
Shut off both powers of
the PC andthe driver
before inserting/pulling
out the connector.
Tighten the stop screw
securely.
Set up the rotary switch (ID) to 0.
RS485RS485
RS232
Host controller
(PC controller)
Set up the rotary switch (ID) to 1 to F.
CN X3 CN X4
MODE
SHIFT
SET
S
M
Connect to 
CN X4