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	Is it possible to replace an I/O device with another, but still maintain original variables? Posted Date: 02/06/2009 Answer: Yes. See the attached .PDF for a detailed example. Attachments: 82KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks IEC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Procedure - Policy, Instructions, Programming, Troubleshooting Document Number: MTN-7N8UFS Published Date: 02/06/2009 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	02/06/2009
	Is it possible to register and use MotionWorks IEC through a remote desktop? Posted Date: 04/05/2012 Answer: It is possible to use MotionWorks IEC through remote desktop once it has been successfully registered and licensing has been verified. Limitation: MotionWorks IEC cannot be registered or run using the Windows communication accessory "Remote Desktop Connection". When logged into a computer via Remote Desktop, Windows treats the session as a "networked" user. Licensing restrictions prevent license verification for networked users. When attempting to register or start MotionWorks IEC via Remote Desktop, the "Program not authorized" message will be displayed: Remedy: If MotionWorks IEC is already running, it can be controlled using Remote Desktop Connection. Some users prefer Remote Desktop over other means to remotely control the Windows PC due to higher performance. One way to start MotionWorks IEC is to use an alternate remote control application, such as Real VNC from www.realvnc.com, to start MotionWorks IEC. Once it is started, disconnect from the alternate remote control application and then start Remote Desktop using the same user login credentials. MotionWorks IEC is also available with a USB key license. With a USB key license MotionWorks IEC can be installed on multiple Windows PCs and will run successfully when the USB key is connected. Attachments: 84KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks IEC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Software, Troubleshooting Document Number: MTN-7SPSNJ Published Date: 04/05/2012 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/05/2012
	Is it possible to Program/Monitor a LEGEND MC remotely via a modem, through an EXOR HMI? Posted Date: 05/01/2002 Answer: Yes. The attached paper describes the equipment and steps required to access both an EXOR HMI and a LEGEND MC (SMC-3010) controller remotely over a phone line. It also contains a series of electronic example files that allow the user to test this. 1) TechNote_SMCHMI_modem2.pdf - technical note that describes how to access the Legend MC remotely via a modem through the EXOR HMI. 2) SMC_PT11.prj - Designer project example file for EXOR HMI 3) SMC_DialTerminal.ht - hyperterminal program with proper settings to communciate 4) SMCmodem.6ms - Sixnet Modem setup file View latest EXOR HMI Driver. Attachments: 1KB 12KB 1KB 243KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, SMC-3010 LEGEND-MC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Integration, Programming, Troubleshooting Document Number: MNEN-5CJML2 Published Date: 05/01/2002 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	05/01/2002
	Is it possible to prevent the momentum of a linear motion system from carrying the table (or carriage) past a limit switch? Posted Date: 05/21/2001 Answer: The Sigma II amplifier is very robust and protects the motor from harming itself. The Sigma II has overtravel functions built-in to the amplifier, but it is important to understand the settings to use the overtravel feature. The Sigma II offers three options which are set in Pn001.1: 1 & 2) Pn001.1=0, will stop the travel the same way a servo OFF or alarm stop mode (Pn001.0) is handled. This may be a coast or a Dynamic Brake. 3)Pn001.1=1, will stop the travel by using the Emergency Stop Torque (Pn406) to stop the motor. The Dynamic Brake and the Emergency Stop Torque are the fastest ways to stop the motor. The "dog" or pickup for the overtravel switches, especially on fast moving machines, should be sufficiently long enough so as not to over shoot the switch and end up in a dead zone. If an overtravel occurs (input goes low) the drive will automatically begin to stop the motor. If the momentum moves the table beyond the switch while stopping, the overtravel will be reset and the motor will try to continue to the move. This may cause damage to the system mechanics. An overtravel can be latched in the controller through programming. When programming a controller like the MP940, caution must be taken to set up the overtravel detection handling within the supervisory program. The program needs to prevent any movement in the direction of the overtravel, but must also allow the operator to jog back off the switch in the opposite direction. Attachments: 15KB Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDH Sigma II Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Operation, Programming, Troubleshooting Document Number: MNEN-5CJMN4 Published Date: 05/21/2001 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	05/21/2001
	Is it possible to pause motion once started and resume to the same target later? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: Yes. The speed [SP] command can be set to zero, which will cause deceleration to zero speed. Technically, the controller considers the axis in motion, because it has been commanded to move and has not reached the final target. Later, when it is OK to resume, the speed [SP] command can be set to its previous value, and the axis will accelerate up to speed and complete the original move. Note: If you abort motion with either the AB input or AB1 command, it is not possible to resume motion. This is not considered a pause. You would need to store the original target position, and issuse a second move equal the absolute target-current commanded position. [ PRX=ABSTARG - _RPX ] For detailed instructions on implementing both methods 1 and 2, please see the attached .PDF file for further instructions. Product Group/Line: Controllers, SMC-2000, SMC-3010 LEGEND-MC, YTerm Software Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Operation, Programming Document Number: MNEN-5CJMP8 Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	Is it possible to Monitor/Program an MP9 Product over a phone line from a remote location?** Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: Yes, SixNet Modems have been tested and allow monitoring and program editing/downloading to an MP920/MP930/MP940 over a phone line. The following methods are possible: Method 1: Remote PC running MW or MW+ --> Modem --> Phone Line --> Modem --> On Site PC running MW or MW+ --> MP940 In this case, any modem will work. PC operating system must be Win95 or Win98 See file Remote_Service.pdf below for setup details. Method 2: Remote PC running MW or MW+ --> Modem --> Phone Line --> Modem --> MP940 directly In this case, an 11bit modem must be used, such as SixNet See file RemoteServicePC_Modem_MP940.pdf Setup files for the modem and hyperterminal are included in the attached zip: 11bitmodem.zip An informational specification sheet for the SixNet Industrial 11bit modem is also attached for reference: SixNet_VTModemSpecs.pdf Attachments: 228KB 12KB 333KB 86KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks Software, MP920 Machine Controller, MP930 Machine Controller, MP940 Machine Controller Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Integration, Procedure - Policy, Troubleshooting Document Number: MNEN-5CJMF8 Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	Is it possible to launch and run SigmaWin+ from MotionWorks v6? Posted Date: 05/28/2013 Answer: Yes. In order to connect to the ServoPack via Mechatrolink through the controller ethernet connection, the following conditions must be met: 1) MotionWorks 6.10 or later 2) MP CPU firmware 2.66 or later 3) SVB-01 firmware 1.25 or later 4) Sigma-5 firmware 0011 or later 5) MP2300S, MP2310, MP2100 controller Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks Software, MP2100, MP2300 Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Software Document Number: MTN-7RMJJ9 Published Date: 05/28/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	05/28/2013
	Is it possible to isolate or split the encoder output signal from an SGDH PG output? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: Yes, the best way to split the encoder output signal from an SGDH amplifier (i.e. connecting the PG output to multiple receivers) is to use a differential signal splitter. BEI Technologies sells an Optically Isolated Encoder Driver Module (three channels Differential) which does the following: 1. Provides optical isolation of three complimentary signals (A & /A, B & /B, Z & /Z) 2. Allows PG connections up to 500 ft. in length 3. Allows encoder splitting to up to 8 receivers BEI has produced the attached document which contains more information about this product. BEI can be contacted at the following address: BEI - INDUSTRIAL ENCODER DIVISION 7230 Hollister Avenue Goleta, CA 93117 Tel: (805) 968-0782 Fax: (805) 968-3154 http://www.beiied.com/ Attachments: 571KB Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDA, SGDB, SGDC, SGDG LEGEND, SGDH Sigma II Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Hardware, Integration, Wiring Document Number: MNEN-5CJMF6 Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	Is it possible to import a register tag list into an EXOR HMI product? Posted Date: 10/22/2019 Answer: Yes. The HMI Tag Import/Export functionality in MotionWorks can be used to create the CSV file which will be imported by Exor’s JMobile HMI software. First, the HMI Tag Import/Export tool needs to be enabled in the Modbus section of the Hardware Configurator. Once enabled the tool allows the user to choose “Exor” as the Manufacturer and also select a location on their PC to store the exported tag file. Last, to export the tag variables, use the “Export MWiec variables to HMI tags” button in MotionWorks to create a tag file which can be imported into Exor’s JMobile software. Attachments: 3KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks Plus Software Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Integration Document Number: MNEN-5CJMJA Published Date: 10/22/2019 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	10/22/2019
	Is it possible to export Modbus tag variables from MotionWorks IEC and import them into Red Lion's Crimson software? Posted Date: 10/22/2019 Answer: Yes. Exporting Modbus variables for a Red Lion HMI can be done directly from MotionWorks. First, the HMI Tag Import/Export tool needs to be enabled in the Modbus section of the Hardware Configurator. Once enabled the tool allows the user to choose “Red Lion” as the Manufacturer and also select a location on their PC to store the exported tag file. Last, to export the tag variables, use the “Export MWiec variables to HMI tags” button in MotionWorks to create a tag file which can be imported into Red Lion’s Crimson software. Attachments: 3.7MB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks IEC, MP2000iec Series, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Integration Document Number: MTN-9GS3KA Published Date: 10/22/2019 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	10/22/2019
	Is it possible to decode the S-Channel information from an Yaskawa absoute encoder into a usable format? Posted Date: 04/30/2003 Answer: Yes - This absolute encoder feedback data is in a specific ASCII string protocol that is easy to decode and utilize, and can be extracted from the 1CN connector of the Yaskawa Servopack Amplifier. The attached file below shows wiring details, data format and timing, and sample software code (basic) which can be executed on a PC. The sample code will manipulate the data output from the amplifier into the ASCII string presented in the Sigma II user manual (section 5.7.5). The code below applies to a 12 or 15 bit encoder (code works for both Sigma I and Sigma II amps) . For further reference about absolute encoders in general, please refer to the attached file and Sigma II user manual (section 5.7.5). Keyword: SGDA, SGDB, SGD, SGDH, Absolute Encoder, Serial Data, Attachments: 60KB Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDH Sigma II Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Integration, Operation, Wiring Document Number: DCAN-5M4HPH Published Date: 04/30/2003 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/30/2003
	Is it possible to cover the blank slots in the MP920 Controller Rack? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: Yes. A rubber dust cover is available to protect the MP920 controller backplane rack connectors from dust. Reference the following model number: Model: DHB-120RB-406 Product Group/Line: Controllers, MP920 Machine Controller Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Environment, Parts or Replacement, Start Up - Installation Document Number: BFAR-5EXMNP Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	Is it possible to connect Wonderware to a Yaskawa MP920 Machine Controller? Posted Date: 06/19/2013 Answer: Yes, below is a link to the Wonderware website with specific details. http://www.wonderware.com/solution_providers/isv/PartnerProductSpec.asp?ProductID=7610 The following text comes from the above link: Yaskawa MP Ethernet OPC Server, Kepware for Wonderware Standard Servers: Platforms: - Windows 2000 - Windows XP - Windows Server 2003 - Windows XPe - Windows Server 2008 - Vista Business/Ultimate Protocols: Ethernet TCP/IP Communications Devices: Utilizes the 218 IF Ethernet Interface Card Designed for TCP/IP operation Supports Input Bits IB Supports Output Bits MB Supports Input Registers IW Supports Output Registers MW All data types and arrays are supported OPC Client Support OPC DA 1.0 OPC DA 2.05a OPC DA 3.0 DDE Client Support DDE CF-Text NetDDE AdvancedDDE FastDDE for Wonderware's Intouch 3rd Party Client Support NIO for GE Fanuc's iFIX SuiteLink for Wonderware's Intouch To see a list of HMI's and Clients that we support go to our HMI / Client Support page. Description: Kepware's 32 bit Yaskawa MP Ethernet device driver works in conjunction with our OPC Server KEPServerEX, to provide data exchange between OPC Clients and Yaskawa MP 920 PLCs using the 218IF card. KEPServerEX automatically optimizes your data acquisition based on client demand. Data integrity is ensured with our extensive error handling. This driver is part of the Yaskawa OPC Server Suite. Purchasing either the Yaskawa Memobus Plus Ethernet OPC Server, or the Yaskawa Memobus Plus Serial OPC Server entitles you to both drivers. General Features Multi-threaded design ensures optimum performance Full Time On-line operation allows on the fly changes Channel Diagnostics with protocol display OPC Diagnostic feature provides a real-time and historical view of OPC events that occur between any OPC client and the server Additional System Tags provided for monitoring and diagnostics Free OPC Test Client provided Modem support included on all Serial port drivers CSV file import and export of Server tags for easy configuration on large projects Auto Demotion of Devices Supports running as a Windows service Supports direct scaling of device data which allows raw device data to be converted to engineering units for OPC client applications Automatically backup project file on save Includes a built-in User Manager that allows complete control over what types of functionality each individual user can access Allows the user to specifically select a NIC card for use with any Ethernet driver or serial driver running in Ethernet Encapsulation mode Supports up to 16 concurrent serial ports and PC card configurations Product Group/Line: Controllers, MP920 Machine Controller Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Application Example, Programming Document Number: MTN-7X8G4K Published Date: 06/19/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/19/2013
	Is it possible to connect multiple MP940s to one EXOR HMI? Posted Date: 12/21/2011 Answer: A single HMI can support up to 63 MP940s using two-wire multidrop RS-485. The attached document shows how to configure and program an EXOR HMI to support multiple MP940 units using this method. The document also describes RS422/485 in detail and lists considerations when applying this physical networking scheme. Attachments: 763KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MP940 Machine Controller Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Integration, Network Communications, Wiring Document Number: MNEN-5CJMFC Published Date: 12/21/2011 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	12/21/2011
	Is it possible to connect a TCP HMI to Yaskawa MP Products? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: Yes, Yaskawa has tested several Alpha Numeric and Graphical HMI products from TCP with success. TCP HMIs communicate to Yaskawa MP9xx products via a memobus RS232 or RS422/485 serial driver. For more details and updated information on setup and programming specifics, please contact TCP directly. The attached files show additional data: eng01018 - TCP-MP9xx HMI.pdf is technical note from Yaskawa describing how to commission and get started with an HMI from TCP Tcp_tp.zip contains the memobus driver files, and an example touch panel project for an MP940 Tcp_an.zip contains all the memobus driver files and help file Attachments: 97KB 437KB 22KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MP920 Machine Controller, MP930 Machine Controller, MP940 Machine Controller Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Integration Document Number: MNEN-5CJMG8 Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	Is it possible to connect a Red Lion HMI to Yaskawa MP Products? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: Yes, Yaskawa has tested several Alpha Numeric and Graphical HMI products from Red Lion with success. Red Lion HMIs communicate to Yaskawa MP9xx products via a memobus RS232 or RS422/485 serial driver. For more details and updated infomation on setup and programming specifics, please contact Red Lion directly. The attached files show additional data: eng01017 - Red Lion-MP9xx HMI.pdf is technical note from Yaskawa describing how to commission and get started with an HMI. EDCOM071.DLL and .DLD are the memobus driver sets received from Red Lion. Attachments: 2.3MB 13KB 4KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MP920 Machine Controller, MP930 Machine Controller, MP940 Machine Controller Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Integration Document Number: MNEN-5CJMGA Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	Is it possible to connect an SGDH amplifier with Galil's DMC-2000 controller ? Posted Date: 08/21/2001 Answer: Yes, via an ICM-2900 breakout box supplied by Galil. For details, see attached document. Attachments: 114KB Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDH Sigma II Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Wiring Document Number: MNEN-5CJMQS Published Date: 08/21/2001 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	08/21/2001
	Is it possible to connect an EXOR HMI to Yaskawa SMC Products? Posted Date: 06/24/2013 Answer: Yes, Yaskawa has tested several Alpha Numeric and Graphical HMI products from EXOR with success. EXOR HMIs' communicate to Yaskawa SMC products (LEGEND-MC, SMC2000) via an ASCII RS232 serial driver. The attached files show additional data: uplc82.dll - Galil/Yaskawa driver (FW drv Ver. 3.07 - DLL ver 5.02), ASCII driver for SMC Products without handshaking (Note: See FAQ # KHUL-5D9JPB for the latest driver which includes Hardware Handshaking - this may be necessary for enhanced communication robustness). SMCAN1.prj - a designer project file showing a simple example of an alpha numeric CP11G-04 communicating to an SMC SMCTS1.prj - a designer project file showing a simple example of a touch panel eTOP11 communicating to an SMC HMI_SMC_tn84-1.jpg - a tech note outlining some details on how to communicate to an SMC with an EXOR HMI SMCTST2.zip - a designer project file for an eTOP11 showing an example communicating to an SMC (2 axis X and Y). It includes the use of a real time clock from the RDA, Y-axis Tuning gain setup, and Trending graphs (every time the ON/OFF switch is pressed it samples the Y-Axis following error). For trending (last page), data points can be displayed by toggling the Cursor button in and out of curser mode. This zip file also contains the SMC-2000 file required to setup and run the application example properly. Note: It is important to first set echo on "EO1" to port 1 and define all variables used in the HMI before starting. Attachments: 3KB 5KB 3KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, SMC-2000, SMC-3010 LEGEND-MC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Integration, Start Up - Installation Document Number: MNEN-5CJMH8 Published Date: 06/24/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/24/2013
	Is it possible to connect an EXOR HMI to Yaskawa MP Products? Posted Date: 06/26/2013 Answer: Yes, Yaskawa has tested several Alpha Numeric and Graphical HMI products from EXOR with Great success. EXOR HMIs communicate to Yaskawa MP9xx products via a memobus RS232 or RS422/485 serial driver (can monitor or set M registers, and monitor I registers). For more details and updated information on setup and programming specifics, please contact Yaskawa directly. The attached files show additional data: UPLC135.DLL is the latest memobus driver received from EXOR, uplc135 ver 3.00 dll 5.02 View more information on Control/HMI System Product Selection by seeing FAQ # MTN-69UNNX. View Help Files and Users Manuals for installing an HMI/MP900 system by seeing FAQ # MNEN-5CJMEG. Attachments: 140KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MP920 Machine Controller, MP930 Machine Controller, MP940 Machine Controller Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Integration, Start Up - Installation Document Number: MNEN-5CJMJ8 Published Date: 06/26/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/26/2013
	Is it possible to connect an EASON HMI to Yaskawa MP Products? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: Yes, Yaskawa has tested several Graphical HMI products from Eason with success. Eason HMIs communicate to Yaskawa MP9xx products via a memobus RS232 or RS422 serial driver. For more details and updated infomation on setup and programming specifics, please contact Eason directly. The attached files show additional data: eng01015 - Eason-MP9xx HMI.pdf is technical note from Yaskawa describing how to commission and get started with an HMI from Eason. Attachments: 1.4MB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MP920 Machine Controller, MP930 Machine Controller, MP940 Machine Controller Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Integration Document Number: MNEN-5CJMGC Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004

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