Specifications

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(5) Strengthening network functions
(a) The intelligent function modules mounted to the remote I/O stations can be
diagnosed using the GX Developer system monitor.
The intelligent function modules mounted to the remote I/O stations can be
diagnosed using the system monitor even if it is done via the network using a
GX Developer connected to a remote master station or even if the GX
Developer is directly connected to a remote I/O station.
QCPU
GX Developer
Remote master station
Remote I/O
station
Remote I/O station
GX Developer
GX Developer
Q64
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Q64AD
Remote I/O
station system
monitor
Q64AD system
monitor
(b) If the GX Developer is connected to a remote I/O station, it will not affect the
system operation so that the user program network function can be tested
online.
It shuts out the input (X) from the input module on the remote I/O station and
can turn the input (X) on or off using the GX Developer test.
This allows the testing of the remote master station input program to be
performed.
In addition, it shuts the output (Y) from the remote master station and can turn
the remote I/O station output (Y) on and off using the GX Developer test.
This allows the test of the wires for the output module on the remote I/O station
to be performed.
(6) Increased ease of network configuration in combination with Q corresponding GX
Developer
(a) The network parameters can be easily set by visualizing pull-down menus,
dialogue boxes, etc.
(b) The settings of network Nos., group numbers and operation modes have been
simplified so that these values can be designated only through the software
settings.
(Network parameters)
Pull-down menu
Simplified
(c) The remote I/O network can be diagnosed through GX Developer connected to
the remote master station.
When the network seems to be faulty, the network can be easily diagnosed.