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2. Setting to the CC-Link system specification controller
When connecting the CC-Link compatible module to an existing robot controller, the CC-Link compat-
ible module must be installed in the robot controller. Check the CC-Link system specifications with the
procedur e given in section 1.
2.1 Saving the robot controller data
Before installing the CC-Link compatible module into the robot controller, be sure to
save the data stored in the robot controller into an external memory by using VIP soft-
ware, etc.
2.2 Installing the CC-Link compatible module
Install the CC-Link compatible module into the robot controller while referring to the
procedure for installing an option board. Also set the station No. and communication
baud rate for the CC-Link compatible module with the procedures given in “3. Setting the
CC-Link compatible module” in chapter 2.
2.3 Response when starting the robot controller
The robot controller will always start up with an “option board setting error” after the
CC-Link compatible module has been installed. Make the following settings as explained
below.
[Procedure]
1. Make connections to all input connectors on the front panel of the robot controller.
2. The following type of question will appear on the MPB screen, so answer as “YES”.
POWER ON
12.70:Incorrect option setting
change OptionSlot OK?
YES NO
3. If the controller does not operate properly because of a memory error, etc., load the
data saved in step 2.1 into the controller. Refer to the controller instruction manual for
details on loading the data.
If the robot controller is not correctly connected with the CC-Link system, the mes-
sage “CC-Link Communication Error” will appear on the MPB.
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CAUTION
If you need an instruction manual for
installing the option board, please
contact our sales office.
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NOTE
For instructions on how to load data
using the support software VIP, refer to
the VIP user's manual.