O Operating Manual Operating Manual GT Designer2 Version1 Operating Manual MODEL SW1-GTD2-O-E MODEL CODE 13JU33 SH(NA)-080278E-A(0304)MEE HEAD OFFICE : 1-8-12, OFFICE TOWER Z 14F HARUMI CHUO-KU 104-6212,JAPAN NAGOYA WORKS : 1-14 , YADA-MINAMI 5 , HIGASHI-KU, NAGOYA , JAPAN When exported from Japan, this manual does not require application to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry for service transaction permission. Specifications subject to change without notice.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Please read it carefully before using this product) Before using this product, please read carefully the manual and its related manuals introduced thereinafter, and pay full attention to the safety to handle the product correctly. The instructions given in this manual are concerned with this product. In this manual, the safety instructions are ranked as “DANGER” and “CAUTION”. DANGER Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions, resulting in death or severe injury.
Cautions for using this software 1. Required PC memory The processing may be terminated by Windows on a personal computer of which main memory capacity is less than 64M bytes. Make sure to secure the capacity of 64 M bytes or more. 2. Free capacity of hard disk (virtual memory) At least 50M bytes of free capacity of virtual memory should be secured within hard disk to run this software.
. Restrictions when the color setting is changed to the setting of less colors in the system environment (256 colors 2 colors) • The color palette for setting color will be changed according to the updated settings. • The color on the drawing screen will be kept the same as prior to the change. If the color setting for a [red] rectangle-figure is changed to the 2 colors (B/W), the [red] color will remain.
REVISIONS The manual number is given on the left bottom of the back cover. Print Date Manual Number Apr., 2003 SH (NA)-080278E-A Aug., 2003 SH (NA)-080278E-B Revision First edition Partial corrections Section 3.2, Section 3.5, Section 4.2, Section 5.4, Chapter 6 Partial additions Section 5.1.1, Section 6.1.2, Section 6.2.1, Section 6.2.2 Additions Section 9.5 Jan., 2004 SH (NA)-080278E-C Partial corrections Section 1.2, Section 3.1.1, Section 3.4, Section 3.2, Section 3.3.1, Section 3.4.
Manual Configuration The following explains the manual configuration The overview of this manual and features of the GT Designer2 Chapter 1 OVERVIEW Chapter 2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Chapter 3 SCREEN CONFIGURATION OF GT DESIGNER2 The screen configuration for the GT Designer2 and the screen Chapter 4 CREATING AND EDITING SCREEN The operations from the start-up of the GT Designer2 to saving Chapter 5 DATA TRANSFER OPERATION The explanation on data transfer to the GOT and the transfer Chapter 6 PRI
INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing Mitsubishi Graphic Operation Terminal (Mitsubishi GOT). Read this manual and make sure you understand the functions and performance of the GOT thoroughly in advance to ensure correct use.
3.3 Toolbars 3- 10 3.3.1 Types of toolbars .......................................................................................................... 3-10 3.4 Customizing Screen Configuration and Toolbars 3-17 3.4.1 Customizing screen configuration................................................................................ 3-18 3.4.2 Customizing toolbars.................................................................................................... 3-20 3.4.
5 DATA TRANSFER OPERATION 5.1 Type and Size of Transfer Data to GOT 5- 1 to 5-36 5- 1 5.1.1 Data type to be installed on GOT ................................................................................. 5- 1 5.1.2 Memory space required for data transfer ..................................................................... 5- 8 5.2 Transferring data with RS-232C cable 5-12 5.2.1 Setting communication.................................................................................................
8. DRAW AND EDIT 8- 1 to 8-26 8.1 Drawing Figures 8- 1 8.1.1 Drawing figures.............................................................................................................. 8- 1 8.1.2 Entering text................................................................................................................... 8- 6 8.1.3 Painting figures .............................................................................................................. 8- 8 8.1.
Appendix 3 Using Existing Data App- 5 Appendix 3.1 Outline procedures.......................................................................................App- 5 Appendix 3.2 Precautions ..................................................................................................App- 6 Appendix 4 Applicable Monitor Data App-10 Appendix 4.1 Opening monitor data .................................................................................App-11 Appendix 4.2 Uploading monitor data...............
Function Quick Reference Edit Operation (GT Designer2 Version1 Operating Manual) Image Function Page Align Aligns objects or images Page 8-18 Sets same attributes to objects or images in the same screen Page 9-1 Changes the color(s) of the objects and figures arranged on plural screens at the same time Page9-10 Changes the switch/lamp figures at the same time Page9-10 Changes the preset devices at the same time Page9-10 Overlapping images or objects Page 9-14 Display the set device in list P
Object Functions (GT Designer2 Version1 Reference Manual) Digit/font display Image Function Page Numerical display 334 D100 D100 : 334 Displays device value in numerical value Page 5-61 Write value on device Page 5-61 Display multipledevice value in list Page 5-85 Displays device value in text Page 5-100 Inputs text code device Page 5-100 Displays hour/minutes, year/month/date Page 5-112 Displays command Page 5-118 Numerical input 45 D100 D100 : 45 Data list D100 : 55 D101 : 122 D102
Animation Image Function Page Parts display Part1 Display entered device Page 5-191 Displays moving parts Page 5-209 Displays device value via lamp color changing Page 5-238 Displays device data on panel meter Page 5-252 Displays device data in proportional level Page 5-264 Displays device data in trend graph Page 5-276 Displays device data in line graph Page 5-289 Displays device data in bar graph Page 5-301 Displays device data in statistics graph Page 5-313 Displays device data in
Touch switch Image Function Page Bit switch MO : ON OFF Touch it to switch device ON/OFF Page 5-348 Touch it to change bit device value Page 5-364 Touch it to switch to the extended function screen Page 5-369 Touchitto switch between the base and window screen Page 5-377 Touch it to switch the monitored PLC station No.
Auxiliary Image Function Page Test Script Changes device value via test window in monitor screen Page 5-437 Controls GOT display by scripts Page 5-440 Set overlay screen from other screens Page 5-451 Restricts the password users Page 5-52 Accumulates the offset device value in monitor device address and monitor.
External input/output Image Function Page Report Collects numerical data when condition meets and prints the numerical data and corresponding code.
Print (GT Designer2 Version1 Operating Manual) Image Function Page Print screen Print base/window/report screen 6-1 Print base/window/report screen 6-1 Prints list of the device used 6-1 Print screen list Print device list [Bit device] [X list] Network device 0-FF X0000 X0001 X0002 ...... X0013 X0016 X0017 ...... 1-5 X0050 X0051 X0052 ...... [D list] O-FF D0.
Manuals Relevant Manuals For relevant manuals, refer to the PDF manual stored within the drawing software.
Abbreviations and Generic Terms in This Manual Abbreviations and generic terms used in this manual are as follows: GOT Abbreviations and generic terms A985GOT-V A985GOT A975GOT A970GOT A97 GOT A960GOT A956WGOT A956GOT GOT-A900 series A953GOT A951GOT A951GOT-Q A950GOT GOT-F900 series A95 handy GOT A95 GOT F940GOT F930GOT-K F930GOT F920GOT-K F940 handy GOT F940WGOT Description A985GOT-TBA-V, A985GOT-TBA, A975GOT-TBA-B, A975GOT-TBA-EU A970GOT-TBA-B, A970GOT-SBA, A970GOT-TBA-EU, A975GOT, A960GOT-EBA,
Option Module Abbreviations and generic terms Option Module External I/O module Printer interface module Memory card interface module Video/RGB mixed input interface module Video input interface module RGB input interface module Description A9GT-70KBF, A8GT-50KBF A9GT-50PRF type A1SD59J-MIF A9GT-80V4R1 A9GT-80V4 A9GT-80R1 Option Abbreviations and generic terms Backlight Debug stand Memory board Option Ten-key panel Bus connector conversion box Bus distance connector box Protective sheet Attachment
License (for GT SoftGOT, GT SoftGOT2) Abbreviations terms and generic Description License A9GTSOFT-LKEY-P (for DOS/VPC) License FD SW5D5F-SGLKEY-J (for PC CPU module) CPU Abbreviations and generic terms QCPU QnACPU ACPU Description QCPU (Q Mode) Q00JCPU, Q02HCPU, Q12PHCPU, Q00CPU, Q06HCPU, Q25PHCPU Q01CPU, Q12HCPU, QCPU (A Mode) Q02CPU-A, Q02HCPU-A, Q06HCPU-A QnACPU type Q2ACPU, Q3ACPU, Q2ACPU-S1, Q4ACPU, Q2AHCPU, Q4ARCPU Q02CPU, Q25HCPU, Q2AHCPU-S1, QnASCPU type Q2ASCPU, Q2ASCP
Other PLC Abbreviations and generic terms C200H, C200H C200HE), CV500, CVM1-CPU11, CJ1M, CPM2C, CQM1, CV1000, CVM1-CPU21, CPM1, CPM1H C1000H, CV2000, CS1, CPM1A, C2000H, CVM1-CPU01, CS1D, CPM2A, GL60S, GL130, MP-930, GL60H, CP-9200SH, MP-940, GL70H, CP-9300MS, MP-9200(H), GL120, MP-920, PROGIC-8 SLC500 series SLC500-20, SLC5/02, SLC500-30, SLC5/03, SLC500-40, SLC5/04, SLC5/01, SLC5/05 MicroLogix1000 series 1761-L10BWA, 1761-L16BWB, 1761-L32BWB, 1761-L20BWA-5A, 1761-L10BWB, 1761-L16BBB, 1761
How to Use This Manual Specification of symbols used in this manual Indicates the operation steps. Brackets used for the menu and items differ. [ ] : Refers to menu in menu bar. Refers to dialog box item or GOT utility menu. : Refers to dialog box buttons or PC keyboard. Shows functions applicable to GOT-A900 series (GOT-A900) GOT-F900 series (GOT-F900). " " , Applicable " ",N/A Point Refers to information required for operation. Refers to information useful for operation.
1. OVERVIEW 1 1.1 Overview This manual explains the GT Designer2 system configuration, GT Designer2 screen configuration, basic dialog box operation, creation of new project, data transfer to GOT and convenient operation for screen editing. Manuals Three types of manuals are available for GT Designer2. Refer to the appropriate manual depenfding on the purpose. The manuals below are stored in PDF files and included with the product.
1.2 Feature The GT Designer2 has various functions to improve the drawing efficiency. Main functions of the GT Designer2 are described below: Easy to know the overall project ........................ 1 Section 3.1.3 Operation of workspace Settings of the overall project such as created screens or common settings are displayed on the tree. It is convenient to know the current settings, to check progress of work and to copy the screen. A screen can be newly created, copied or deleted.
Easy to manage objects for each application .... Item 9.1.2 Managing object/ figure for each application The overall project settings are displayed on the tree by category (type). Classification for each application allows simple management of objects. Managed for each application. Easy to select parts frequently used .................. Chapter 7 Using library Objects or figures can be registered and pasted on the screen. Objects or figures frequently used may be registered as buttons on the toolbar.
Shortest setting without opening dialog box ...... Item 9.1.1 Batch setting of multiple objects/figures on the same screen All setting items and setting details being currently selected are displayed in a list. Objects and figures can be set without opening the dialog box and the setting details can be checked.
Quick selection of desired screen for editing ..... Item 4.6.1 Opening screen Double click the screen in the project workspace to display the desired screen for editing. The screen can be displayed by double clicking the screen in the workspace. Quick selection of desired part for editing.......... Item 9.1.5 Simple selection of overlapped figure Objects or figures set on the screen can be displayed in a list. If multiple objects or figures are overlapped, it can be simply selected from the data list.
2. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 2.1 System Configuration in Creating Monitor Screen 2 2.1.1 System configuration The system configuration of GT Designer2 is shown below: GT Works2 Version1 or GT Designer2 Version1 PC 2.1.2 Operating environment The operating environment of GT Designer2 is shown below: Item Details PC PC with Pentium R 200 MHz or more that allows operation of the OS below.
Point Regional Settings of Windows R control panel Depending on the language of your Operating System, this software may not start. In such a case, start this software after setting the Regional Settings within Control Panel of Windows to "English".
2.2 System Configuration of Data Transfer and Document Creation 2.2.1 System configuration Using GOT-A900 series The system configuration using the GOT-A900 series is shown below. Refer to Section 2.2.2 for the RS-232C cable. Refer to the GOT user's manual (Details) for the PC card. POWER GOT-A900 series RS-232C cable PC The OS program and monitor screen data can be transferred (written) to the PC card. PC card in compliance with JEIDA Ver. 4.2 (in compliance with PCMCIA 2.
Using GOT-F900 series The system configuration using the GOT-F900 series is shown below. Refer to Section 2.2.2 for the RS-232C cable.
2.2.2 RS-232C cable to be used The cable type for connection between the PC and the GOT and the connection diagram are shown below. Using GOT-A900 series The cable shown below or in the connection diagram is required. (1) System configuration AC30R2-9SS FX-232CAB-1 AC30R2-9P 1 F2-232CAB-1 1 PC GOT 1 9-25 pin converter (Diatrend Corp. D232J31) is required.
Using GOT-F900 series The cable shown below or in the connection diagram is required. (1) System configuration FX-232CAB-1 F2-232CAB-1 GOT PC (2) Cable for use Cable Manufacturer AC30R2-9SS (9 pin - 9 pin) FX-232CAB-1 (9 pin - 9 pin) Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (3) Connection diagram Use the screw-in type (inch screw) connector for the GOT. (a) Connection diagram for cables equivalent to FX-232CAB-1.
3. SCREEN CONFIGURATION OF GT DESIGNER2 3.1 Screen Configuration and Basic Operation 3.1.1 Screen configuration and various tools 3 The screen configuration and various tools are described. Title bar Menu bar Toolbars Title bar Data view All object functions and figures on the screen are displayed in a list. Section 9.1.5 Created screen Status bar Workspace Settings on the overall project such as created screen and common settings are displayed in tree. Section 3.1.
3.1.2 Basic operation of dialog box 1) Tab (3) List box (5) Text box (6) Spin box 3 (7) Radio button (8) Function list check box (4) Check box (2) Command button (10) Creation of new folder (12) Detail (1) Tab To switch the tab, click . When the function list check box is checked, the extension tab is additionally displayed. The extension tab allows more detailed settings than the basic tab. (2) Command button Command buttons such as [OK] and [Cancel] are provided.
(13)View of table To select each item, click the left end of the table.
3.1.3 Operation of workspace Workspace The overall project settings are displayed in a tree by data type. It is easy to manage and edit the overall project data. Ex. 1) Screen copy The existing screen is copied using the workspace. Select the copy source screen and right click on the mouse to select the [Copy] menu. Right click the mouse again to select the [Paste] menu. When the screen property is set, the screen is copied. Ex. 2) Part registration A figure is registered as a part using the workspace.
Workspace type Types of the workspace are described here. Project workspace Overall project settings such as created screens and common settings are displayed in a tree. It is convenient to see the project details, to check the work progress and to copy a screen. Set overlay screen Set overlay screen status is displayed in a tree. When this is checked, the set overlay screen status is displayed in a tree.
Category workspace The overall project setting is displayed in a tree by category (type). Classification for each application simplifies management and editing of objects. Section 9.1.2 Managing and batch changing objects/figures for each application Library workspace Objects or figures can be registered and pasted to the screen.
3.2 Menu Configuration Commands assigned to the menu bar are described. Project The project menu contains functions of file management, preference settings and printing. New creation of project, reading existing files, preference settings and printing of data being edited are available. The recent file record can also be displayed. Edit The edit menu contains edit functions for created figures/objects. If incorrect operation is done during edit, the screen can be returned to the previous status.
Screen The screen menu contains functions of screen management and settings in a project. New screen creation, opening/closing screen and change of window size are available. Chapter 4 Creating and editing screen Common The common settings menu contains functions of common settings. The object functions used for the overall project can be set. Comment, part and voice, etc. can also be registered. Refer to the manual below for details of common settings.
Object The object menu contains functions of objects such as lamps or switches witch are arranged on the screen. Refer to the manual below for details of each object functions. GT Designer2 Version1 Reference Manual Tools The tool menu contains functions of list display of set devices and error check of setting items. The data view can be displayed or not displayed.
3.3 Toolbars 3.3.1 Types of toolbars The following types of toolbars are available. When desired toolbars are checked for display/non-display, the toolbars can be displayed/non-displayed accordingly. Standard items are displayed as icons. Display items are displayed as icons. Figure items are displayed as icons. Object setting items are displayed as icons. Figure edit items are displayed as icons. Align items are displayed as icons. Draw setting items are displayed as icons.
Main Name 3 - 11 Description New New project file is created. Open Existing project file is opened. Save project Editing project is overwritten and saved on the existing file. New Screen New screen is created. Open Screen Specified screen is opened. Cut Figures and objects are cut. Copy Figures and objects are copied. Paste Figures and objects are pasted. Undo The last operation is cancelled to recover the status before change. Redo The last operation is repeated.
View Name 3 - 12 Description Snap Snap movement of the cursor is set. Zoom Screen display magnification rate/shrinkage rate is set. Grid Interval Grid interval is set. Grid Color Grid color is set. ON, OFF Screen is switched to the display of device ON/device OFF. Device, Object ID Device (Dev.) and object ID (ID) are displayed for each object. Screen Color Screen background color is set. Screen Pattern Screen background pattern is set.
Figure Name 3 - 13 Description Line Line is drawn. Line FreeForm Continuous line is drawn. Rectangle Rectangle is drawn. Rectangle (Filled) Filled rectangle is drawn. Polygon Polygon is drawn. Circle Circle is drawn. Circle (Filled) Filled circle is drawn. Arc Arc is drawn. Sector Sector is drawn. Scale Scale is drawn. Text Text is input. Paint Polygon and closed area are painted with the selected pattern. Import Image BMP format file is imported on the editing screen.
Object Name 3 - 14 Description Switch Touch switch function is set. Bit Lamp Bit lamp function is set. Word Lamp Word lamp function is set. Numerical Display Numerical display function is set. ASCII Display ASCII display function is set. Numerical Input Numerical input function is set. ASCII Input ASCII input function is set. Time Display Time display function is set. Bit Comment Bit comment function is set. Word Comment Word comment function is set.
Edit Name Description Bring to Front Selected figures and objects are arranged to front. Bring to Back Selected figures and objects are arranged to back. Group Selected figures and objects are grouped. Ungroup Grouping is canceled. Flip Horizontal Selected figure is flipped horizontally. Flip Vertical Selected figure is flipped vertically. Rotate Left Selected figure is rotated 90 degrees to the left. Rotate Right Selected figure is rotated 90 degrees to the right.
Draw Name Description Line Style Line style is set or changed. Line Width Line width is set or changed. Line/Border Color Line color is set or changed. Fill Pattern Fill pattern is set or changed. Pattern Color Fill color is set or changed. Pattern Background Fill background color is set or changed. Text Color Text color is set or changed. Text Style Text style is set or changed. Solid Text Text solid color is set or changed.
3.4 Customizing Screen Configuration and Toolbars Screen configuration and toolbars can be customized on the GT Designer2 to facilitate operation by users. Screen configuration and toolbars customizing methods are described in this section. Unused toolbars are not displayed. Toolbars are displayed as a window. Size change Workspace or property sheet is moved to desired position. 3 - 17 Only toolbar icons necessary for operation are displayed. (Unnecessary icons are not displayed.
3.4.1 Customizing screen configuration Display/non-display of tools, size change and display position change are available. The areas shown below can be customized. Toolbars Data view Status bar Workspace Property sheet Library image list Part image list Display/non-display Click the options in the menu below to display/non-display various tools.
Size change Click the buttons below to change the screen size: : The selected screen is minimized. : The selected screen is returned to the original size. : The selected screen is maximized. : The selected screen is closed. Click to pop up the workspace, property sheet and data view. (Ex.) Moving or changing size of workspace Click . The workspace pops up as a window. Change the window size of the workspace. When it is dragged to the original position, full (Toolbars size cannot be changed.
3.4.2 Customizing toolbars Display image of icons can be changed and icons/toolbars can be added or deleted. (Ex. 1) Deletion of toolbars (Ex. 2) Addition/deletion of icon Addition Deletion (Ex. 3) Movement of icon (Ex.
Adding or deleting toolbars/icons Methods of adding or deleting toolbars/icons are shown below: Select [Project] [Preferences]. The preferences dialog box appears. Add or delete toolbars/icons with the toolbar tab or the command tab. Toolbars tab Toolbars are added or deleted. Item Description Toolbars Check the desired toolbars for addition. To delete it, remove the check. Show Tool Tips When the cursor is placed on the icon, check this to display the icon name.
Command tab Icons are added, deleted or moved with the procedures below: (Ex. 1) Adding icon Click the desired function for addition and drag it to the desired toolbar. (Ex. 2) Deleting icon Click the desired icon for deletion and drag it outside the toolbar.
(Ex. 3) Moving icon Select the desired icon for movement and drag it to the desired position. When the toolbars are changed, click the Close button. Deleting icon and inserting partition While the preferences dialog box is open, select the icon and right click the mouse to delete icon or to insert partition. Delete : Delete the selected icon. Start Group : Insert a partition at the left of the icon. It is convenient to group with icons.
3.4.3 Customizing GT Designer2 operating environment Environment for the drawing screen is set. Select [Project] - [Preferences] menu. The preferences dialog box appears. The drawing screen environment is set with operation tab/display tab items. Operation tab Operation setting for drawing screen is made. Item Figure/object deselect-after create Description A Checked : After arranging objects, the selected status (status with handle) is reset.
Point (1) Operation in automatic save setting If the GT Designer2 stops or a power failure occurs in automatic save setting, the GT Desinger2 shows the dialog box below at the next start-up. • If a project file is available (a project is saved in the past), this dialog box appears when the project file is opened. • If a project file is not available (no saving after new creation), this dialog box appears when the GT Designer2 is started. When Yes recovered.
View tab Display for the drawing screen is set. Snap Item Description 1 Dot value (1, 2, 4, 8 or 16) is selected for automatic arrangement of figures or objects on the screen. Position Grid Position of grid display is selected. Front : Grid is displayed at the front of the screen. Back : Grid is displayed at the back of the screen. None: Grid is not displayed. Spacing Grid spacing (2 to 64 dots) is set. Color Grid display color is selected. Display items A (Ex.
1 Snap Figures and objects are arranged with the dot value set in "Snap." (Ex.) Drawing a rectangle ([Snap] is set to 16 dots.) Determine the start point by clicking. Actual start position Cursor position (X=10, Y=12) It is arranged at the closest position to the coordinates of multiples of 16. (X=16, Y=16) (a) When the end point is determined, the cursor can only moved to the coordinates of multiples of 16.
3.4.4 Display with frame It is the function to display the outer frame on the drawing screen as if the GOT body frame is imaged. With this function, a screen can be created with the image of the GOT body. Standard Handy ET Standard ...... Selectable on all GOT (except F920GOT (128 64)). (This is not displayed on the GT SoftGOT.) Handy........... Selectable when the GOT type is set to A95 GOT (320 240). ET ................ Selectable when the GOT type is set to A94 GOT (320 Keypad.........
3.4.5 Redisplaying drawing screen If paint is used, unpainted areas may occur. Redisplay provides correct display. Ex.) Moving an object on paint Paint Move an object on pain. The figure shows unpainted areas. Refresh the display with [View] [Redisplay] menu. Select the [View] -> [Redisplay] menu. Display the drawing screen correctly.
3.5 How to use Help Help is used for referring to the GT Designer2-relevant manual (PDF format) and confirming the software version. Point Before viewing PDF format manual Acrobat Reader must be installed to view PDF format manual Operation method Click on each menu item under [Help]. Item Description [Operating Manual] This item is used for referring to GT Desginer2 Version1 operating manual. [Reference Manual] This item is used for referring to GT Designer2 Version1 reference manual.
PDF manual viewing procedure (When [Index] is selected.) After operating , following screen is displayed. Click on the desired manual. Click The selected manual is displayed. (Refer to the HELP of Acrobat Reader for details of Acrobat Reader operation.) Switches the display to the first page of the selected item Returns to INDEX MENU.
4. CREATING AND EDITING SCREEN 4.1 Selecting Project at the Start of GT Designer2 At the start of GT Designer2, the project selection dialog box is displayed. Select whether a project is newly created or existing project data is edited. From the PC start menu, select [Start] [Program] [MELSOFT Application] [GT Designer2] to start the GT Designer2. The project selection dialog box is displayed. 4 Item Select project Description New Click this to create a new project.
4.2 Creating a New Project A new project is created. Perform either of the following operations. • Click (New). • Select [Project] [New] menu. The system environment dialog box appears. Perform the system settings. For items other than [System settings], refer to the manual below: GT Designer2 Version1 Reference Manual 4 Item System settings Description GOT type The GOT type to be used is set. PLC type The PLC type to be connected is set. Refer to the manual below for details of the PC type.
4.3 Opening/Closing Project 4.3.1 Opening project A saved project data is read from the project save source. Perform either of the following operations. • Click (Open). • Select [Project] [Open] menu. The open dialog box is displayed. Item Description Look in Select the location where the project is saved. File name Set the project name for opening. Files of type Select the type of project for opening. GTD file ( .GTD) : Project data of GT Designer2 is opened. DU-Win file ( .
(2) Using existing DU (data access unit) data • DU series: Select the DU-WIN file and open the project data. The DU-WIN file is the project data prepared with the FX-PCS-DU/WIN drawing software. Up to Ver. 1.01B, a temporary file is created in the some folder of DU-WIN file in reading. Accordingly, a write-enabled memory device (such as folppy disk and hard disk) should be set to the write-enabled status.
4.4 Providing Title on Project Detailed information (project ID, detailed explanation, author, etc.) for the project is set. Select [Common settings] [System environment] from the menu. Double click [Project title] of the system environment. The project title dialog box appears. Set the following items and click the OK button. Item A F Project title is set as required. Set the text within 32 characters. Project title Project ID Description 1 Set the ID in the range of 1 to 4294967295.
4.5 Creating a New Screen Base screen, window screen and report screen are newly created. Refer to the manual below for the preparation method of the report screen. GT Designer2 Version1 Reference Manual Perform either of the following operations. • Click (New Screen). • Select [Screen] [New Screen] [Base Screen]/[Window Screen] menu. The screen property dialog box is displayed. After setting the items below, click the OK button. The screen is created.
Item Description Detailed Explanation Use screen color Pattern Foreground Screen Size F A F Explanation of the new screen to be created is input as required. 512 characters can be input. Color of the overall screen is set. Pattern type is displayed with filled color on the background. Pattern type + Filled color (Ex.) Background : Pattern : Foreground : Background Background Background A Color of the overall screen is set. 1 Size is displayed only for creation of the window screen.
Auxiliary setting tab Settings of the cursor, key window or data input for the screen which is newly created, and use/non-use of some object functions are specified. Settings here can be changed after creation of the screen. Refer to the manual below for details of the settings. GT Designer2 Version1 Reference Manual Key window tab The key window which is used on the new screen is set. Settings here can be changed after creation of the screen. Refer to the manual below for details of the settings.
4.6 Opening/Closing Screen 4.6.1 Opening screen Point Number of screens that can be opened at a time Maximum 25 screens can be opened. Screen data are imported on the currently editing project. The procedures are as follows: (1) Open the screen from the workspace. (Operation details are described on the following pages.) (2) Open the screen from the menu. (Operation details are described in Hint on the following pages.) (3) Open the screen continuously.
In this section, the method of opening the screen from the workspace in (1) is described. Double click the desired screen for opening in the project workspace. Double click The screen opens. Method of opening other than workspace (1) Opening screen from menu Perform either of the following operations. • Click (Open) of toolbars (Standard). • Select [Screen] [Open] from the menu. The dialog box to open the screen is displayed. Click the Image button.
The screen image view dialog box is displayed. Double click the desired screen. Item Description Screen Type Screen type for opening is selected. Base screen : Base screen is displayed. Window screen: Window screen is displayed. Report screen : Report screen is displayed. Screen display list Screen image is displayed in a list. Double click each screen to open the screen. Jump The screen number is selected to open the screen.
4.6.2 Closing screen The open screen is closed. Perform either of the following operations. • Select [Screen] • Click [Close] from the menu. on the title bar of each screen. The open screen is closed. Closing all screens. Select [Screen] 4 - 12 [Close All] from the menu to close all open screens.
4.7 Operating Multiple Screens 4.7.1 Cascading/tiling screens Multiple screens in the project are reordered. Select [Window] [Cascade]/[Tile Vertical]/[Tile Horizontal]. Multiple open screens are reordered as follows: (Ex.) • Cascade Overlapped screens are displayed toward the lower right like a staircase. • Tile vertical Screens are displayed as follows without overlapping. • Tile horizontal Screens are displayed as follows without overlapping.
4.7.2 Making editing screen active To edit a screen while multiple screens are displayed, make the edit screen active with either of the methods below: Select the screen name from the [Window] menu. (Ex.) W-1: Key window switch Screen name Screen type and number (B: Base screen, W: Window screen, R: Report screen) Click on a part of the screen. Click on a part of the screen to make it active. (Ex.) Click The left window is displayed at the front. Click on a part of the left window.
4.8 Changing Screen Property Screen settings such as screen number or home are changed. Select the desired screen to change the property in the project workspace and select [Property] by right clicking on the mouse. The screen property dialog box appears. Refer to the following for details of settings. Section 4.5 Creating a new screen Basic tab The screen number or name is changed.
Auxiliary setting tab Settings for data input operation and use/non-use of the object function are changed on the setting screen. Key window tab Settings for key window used on the setting screen are changed. After changing settings of each tab, click the 4 - 16 OK button.
4.9 Viewing Created Screen Image Image displayed on the GOT is checked. Perform either of the following operations. • Click . • Select [View] [Preview] menu. The image displayed on the GOT is displayed on the preview screen. The preview display can be changed/output from each menu. Item File View 4 - 17 Description Save Preview display is saved in a file (BMP format file). Print Preview display is printed. Printer Settings Printer settings, paper and paper orientation are set.
Item Description A ON Image Every time the menu is selected, the preview screen display is switched to ON/OFF status. The display is the same as the ON/OFF display on the drawing screen. Next State Screen display status set with the "State" in the object is switched in the ascending order. Previous State Screen display status set with the "State" in the object is switched in the descending order.
4.10 Copying/Deleting Screen 4.10.1 Copying screen data Select the desired screen for copying in the project workspace and right click the mouse to select the [Copy] menu. Up to 25 screens can be copied at a time. Right click Right click the mouse again and select the [Paste]. The screen property dialog box appears. Set the screen number of the copying screen. Section 4.5 Creating a new screen After setting, click the 4 - 19 OK button to display the copied screen.
Remark To copy screens continuously One screen can be copied to multiple screens. Select [Screen] [Utilize]. The utilize dialog box appears. Set the following items and click the Item Copy button. Description A Project display list The screen to be copied is selected (up to 25 screens). Destination Set the copy destination screen number (1 to 32767). The number of copies is set. Up to 100 screens can be copied at a time. Ex.
4.10.2 Deleting screen data Select the desired screen for deletion in the workspace (project tab) and right click the mouse to select the [Delete] menu. Right click The confirmation screen for deletion of the screen appears. Click the Yes button. The selected screen is deleted.
Remark Deleting screen data from menu bar Select [Screen] [Delete] menu. The screen deletion dialog box appears. Select the screen to be deleted and click the Delete button. The selected screen is deleted.
4.11 Setting Screen Switching Device To switch the screen on the GOT or to display the window screen, use the dedicated device for screen switching. Refer to the manual below for details of the screen switching device. GT Designer2 Version1 Reference Manual Select [Common] [System Environment] menu of the menu bar. Double click [Screen Switching] of the system environment. The screen switching setting dialog box appears. After setting, click the OK button.
Item Base Screen Description A F The base screen switching device is set. Refer to the manual below for the device setting method. GT Designer2 Version1 Reference Manual Overlap Window 1 Overlap Window 2 This is checked to display overlap window 1 and overlap window 2. After checking, the screen switching device of each window is set. (When the screen switching device is not set, the window for that type is not displayed.
4.12 Data Check Whether the monitor screen data created with the GT Designer2 has an error or not is checked. Open all screens for data check. Unopened screens are not data checked. Select [Tools] [Data Check] menu. The data check dialog box is displayed. Set the check items for data check and click the (Setting of GOT-A900 series) Item Check Item button. (Setting of GOT-F900 series) Description A Items for data check are checked.
Remark Applicable item for data check Data check are applicable only for open screens. Closed screens are not checked. When the data check is performed with the settings, click the (To close the dialog box after updating the settings, click the Check OK button. button.) If an error is detected after checking, the following screen is displayed. (Ex.) When When 4 - 26 OK is clicked, data check is continued for any other error. Abort is clicked, data check is cancelled.
4.13 Saving Project 4.13.1 Overwriting and saving project When an existing data has been edited, the project is overwritten and saved. Perform either of the following operations. • Click (Overwrite). • Select [Project] Point [Save] menu. When using FD (floppy disk). When a project is overwritten and saved, the same size of free disk space as the project data size is required. If an FD is used, overwriting and saving may not be carried out due to insufficient disk space.
Point When an existing project is saved as a different project The library data (GTD2.ldb) with registration of user-created objects and figures are not saved as a different project file. The project saved as a different project refers to the same library data (GTD2.ldb) as the existing project. If you want to separate a library from the existing project data, save the existing project library as a different file. Item 7.3.6 Saving library into file 4.14 Ending GT Designer2 Select [Project] [Exit].
5. DATA TRANSFER OPERATION 5.1 Type and Size of Transfer Data to GOT 5.1.1 Data type to be installed on GOT To operate the GOT, it is necessary to transfer the following data to the GOT. (In the GOT-F900 Series, as the data including the OS has been written prior to shipment, the data transfer is not necessary.
ROM_BIOS It is the data required for control of the GOT hardware and communication between the PC and the GOT. The ROM_BIOS is installed prior to shipment of the GOT. To use the following types/functions, the ROM_BIOS of the applicable version needs to be installed to the GOT.
Remark Display method of memory information Display the GOT memory information on the utility. Touch the upper right and the upper left of the screen at the same time. Select the utility memory information. Refer to the manual below for the start-up method and the operation method of the utility.
Communication driver It is the driver to make communication between the GOT and the PLC CPU. Select the communication driver suitable for the connection type.
Extended function OS It is the program to use the following functions on the GOT.
Point Selection point of "Other" extended function OS (1) Install "Other" extended function OS when the following functions are used.
Monitor data It is the monitor screen data created by the user. Special data It is the dedicated screen data used for the special module monitor function, motion monitor function and servo amplifier monitor function. Refer to the manual below for details of each function.
5.1.2 Memory space required for data transfer The extended function OS, monitor data and special data are transferred to the built-in memory of the GOT. If the built-in memory does not have sufficient space, the data cannot be transferred. Check the built-in memory space and the transfer data size before transfer of the data. Remark Check method of memory space (1) New data transfer (No data has been transferred to the GOT.
Check method of GOT free space (1) Check the space with the GT Designer2. When the space is checked with the GT Designer2, connect the GOT to the PC with the RS-232C cable. Click the [Communication] [Memory Information] menu. The communication configuration dialog box (Memory information tab) appears. Click the Get Latest button. The free space is indicated in the [Available space] and the [Memory meter]" of the GOT built-in memory.
Check method of transfer data size Select [Communication] [Communicate with GOT]/[Communicate with PC Card] menu. The Communicate with GOT dialog box or the Communicate with PC Card dialog box appears. Each data size can be checked in each dialog box. Refer to the following for details of each dialog box. • Communicate with GOT dialog box 5.2.4 Downloading monitor data • Communicate with PC Card dialog box 5.3.
(2) Communicate with PC Card dialog box When the transfer items are clicked, the transfer size (total) is displayed.
5.2 Transferring data with RS-232C cable The data transfer method with RS-232C cable is described. As data transfer is operated with the GT Designer2, operation on the GOT side is not necessary. Procedures The data is transferred in the following procedures. Set communication on the GT Designer2. Connect a RS-232C cable. Get the built-in memory information.
Caution (1) RS-232C cable Make sure that the RS-232C cable connector is securely connected to the GOT and the PC. (2) Precaution for uploading When the "upload destination" is specified as a project file (.GTD) of the GT Designer2, all data in the specified project file are deleted. (Even for a partial uploading (comment data, etc.), all data in the file are also deleted.
(8) For communication error If a communication error such as time-out error has occurred, change the communication port setting at the PC with the procedures below: Click the Start button and select and click the [Setting] - [Control Panel]. Double click the [System] icon to display the property dialog box of the system. Select [Port] of the device manager tab and double click the [Communication Port (currently used port)] icon to display the property dialog box of the communication port.
5.2.1 Setting communication Communication setting of the PC that transfers data to the GOT is made. Settings can be made in either the Communicate with GOT dialog box or the Communication Configuration dialog box. (When one dialog box is set, the other dialog box automatically has the same settings.) Click the [Communication] [Communicate with GOT]/[Communication Configuration]. The setting dialog box appears. Make settings referring to the description below.
5.2.2 Getting built-in memory information The method to check the built-in memory is shown below: Click the [Communication] [Communicate with GOT]. The setting dialog box appears. Click the Get latest button to get the built-in memory information. Communicate with GOT dialog box (Memory information tab) Item Description Built-in memory information tree 1 Configuration of the monitor data, special data and OS is displayed in a tree. Right click the mouse to "Select All" or "Unselect".
5.2.3 Uploading When the ROM_BIOS or the OS is installed to the GOT, monitor data of the built-in memory are deleted. To backup the monitor data, upload and save them temporarily in the PC hard disk. The uploading method is as follows: Click the [Communication] [Communicate with GOT]. The setting dialog box appears. Make settings referring to the description below. After setting, click the Upload button to start upload.
5.2.4 Installing ROM_BIOS Point (1) Data installed in the GOT When the ROM_BIOS is installed, the monitor data, special data and OS in the GOT are deleted. If the data must be retained, upload them in advance. (2) During installation of ROM_BIOS Once the ROM_BIOS installation is started, it cannot be interrupted. Do not turn OFF the power of the GOT/PC or unplug the communication cable to interrupt. Otherwise, the GOT may became inoperable.
Installation method of the ROM_BIOS is shown below: Click the [Communication] [Communicate with GOT]. The setting dialog box appears. Click the ROM_BIOS Install -> GOT tab. Refer to the following description for setting. After setting, click the Install button to start installation. Communicate with GOT dialog box (ROM_BIOS Install Item GOT tab) Description Points of caution Points of caution are described for installation of the ROM_BIOS. Be sure to read this before installation.
After installation, reset the GOT to start rewriting the ROM_BIOS. Never turn OFF the power of the GOT or press the reset switch during rewriting. The GOT may became inoperable. Set UP ROM_BIOS Ver Step Status 1.Erase 2.Weite 3.Verify OK OK Doing Don't turn off the power supply. Don't push the reset button. GOT screen during rewriting ROM_BIOS After rewriting, message "Cycle power on unit" appears. After resetting, transfer the OS or the monitor data.
5.2.5 Installing OS Point (1) Data installed in the GOT When the OS is installed, the monitor data and special data in the GOT are deleted. If the data must be retained, upload them in advance. (2) During installation of OS The OS installation, it can be interrupted. (Reinstallation of the OS is required.) Do not turn OFF the power of the GOT/PC or unplug the communication cable. Otherwise, the GOT may became inoperable.
Installation method of the OS (standard monitor OS, communication driver, extended function OS) is shown below: Click the [Communication] [Communicate with GOT]. The setting dialog box appears. Click the OS Install -> GOT tab. Refer to the following descriptions for setting. After setting, click the Install button to start installation.
5.2.6 Downloading monitor data Installation method of the monitor data is shown below: Click the [Communication] [Communicate with GOT]. The setting dialog box appears. Refer to the following descriptions for setting. After setting, click the Download button to start installation. Communicate with GOT dialog box (Download Item GOT tab) Description Project configuration tree The project configuration tree is displayed. Check the desired item for downloading.
Item Description Select All All items in the project configuration tree are selected. Difference If download has been performed during editing, items subsequently changed in the project configuration tree are checked. After selection, click the Download button to download the edited items only. When data has not been downloaded, this is not available. When the project is closed, Difference cannot be selected. Deselect All items selected in the "project configuration tree" are deselected.
5.2.7 Downloading special data Downloading method of the special data is shown below: Click the [Communication] [Communicate with GOT]. The setting dialog box appears. Click the Special data tab and refer to the following descriptions for setting. After setting, click the Download button to start downloading. Communicate with GOT dialog box (Special data tab) Item Description Special data tree The special data are displayed in a tree. Check the desired item for downloading.
5.3 Transferring Data Using PC Card Data transfer method with the PC card is described. With a PC card, it is not necessary to carry a PC or cable. The data transfer time is faster than that of the communication with the RS-232C cable. 1 The working time can be reduced. Procedures Data is transferred with the procedures below.
Precautions (1) Module mounted on the GOT When data are transferred, remove the communication module/board and extended module mounted on the GOT. When the GOT has the built-in communication interface, remove the communication cable. (2) Detailed explanation and category set on project or screen Detailed explanation and category set on the project or screen are not downloaded to the GOT. After downloading, they are not saved when they are uploaded again from the GOT.
5.3.1 Installing ROM_BIOS Point (1) Using PC card Do not put other data in the PC card which is used to install the ROM_BIOS. All other data are deleted when the ROM_BIOS is installed. (2) Installing ROM_BIOS The ROM_BIOS installation, it cannot be interrupted. Do not turn OFF the power of the GOT/PC or unplug the communication cable. Otherwise, the GOT may become inoperable.
Installation method of the ROM_BIOS is shown below: Write method to PC card Click the [Communication] [Communicate with GOT]. The setting dialog box appears. Refer to the following description for setting. After setting, click the Install button to start saving on the PC card. Communicate with GOT dialog box (ROM_BIOS Install tab) Item Description Points of caution Points of caution are described for installation of the ROM_BIOS. Be sure to read this before installation.
Installation method on GOT Turn OFF the GOT. Mount the PC card to the GOT. Turn ON the PC card access switch. Turn ON the power while pressing two locations shown below on the GOT screen. Message "The system will be initialized" appears on the GOT. The ROM_BIOS is installed. After installation, message "Cycle power on unit" appears on the GOT. After resetting, the ROM_BIOS is automatically rewritten. Never turn OFF the power of the GOT or press the reset switch during rewriting.
5.3.2 Transferring OS, monitor data and special data Point (1) Data installed in the GOT When the OS is installed, the monitor data and special data in the GOT are deleted. If the data must be retained, upload them in advance. (2) During installation of OS The OS installation, it can be interrupted. (Reinstallation of the OS is required.) Do not turn OFF the power of the GOT/PC or unplug the communication cable. Otherwise, the GOT may become inoperable.
Transfer method of the OS, monitor data and special data is shown below: Write method to PC card Click the [Communication] [Communicate with PC Card]. The setting dialog box appears. Refer to the following descriptions for setting. After setting, click the Write button to start writing to the PC card. Communicate with PC Card dialog box (PC card write tab) Item Project configuration tree SP/Motion path Description A The project configuration tree is displayed in a tree.
Installation method on GOT Turn OFF the GOT. Mount the PC card to the GOT. Turn ON the PC card access switch. Turn ON the power while pressing two locations below on the GOT screen. Message "Monitor data is installed" appears on the GOT. The OS and the monitor data are installed. Downloading monitor data and special data The monitor data and the special data can be downloaded with the GOT utility (screen & OS copy).
5.4 Error Message for Data Transfer Communication setting ( Error No. Section 5.2.1 Setting communication) Error message Error definition and cause Invalid communication port is using. Built-in memory ( Error No. Error definition and cause Memory information for deleting is not selected. PC ( Error No. 0285 Error definition and cause Corrective action The input password is incorrect. Input the correct password. Invalid folder is specified. Please specify the correct folder.
Error No. Error message Error definition and cause If the selected OS is installed, the number of allowable extended function OS memories is exceeded. Please reduce to a maximum of 6 memoies. There is no space on the GOT to install the selected extended function OS. Corrective action Check the extended function OS installed on the GOT with the "built-in information".
Communication Error No. 0008 to 0014 Error message Please make sure of communicatoin. Error definition and cause Transfer data with the GOT has an error. Check the cable. The cable is unplugged. The cable is broken.. Check the cable. The GOT is not responding. 0259 Corrective action Timeout error Communication with the GOT is unstable. An error has occurred in communication. Check the GOT condition. Set the lower "transmission speed" in the "communication configuration" than the current value.
6. PRINTING PROJECT/FILE OUTPUT Project settings or screen image created on the GT Designer2 can be output to a file or printer. The data output to a file can be used for various documents after editing with a commercially available word processor software. Output to file Text/CSV format data (Screen setting information, comment, etc.) BMP format data (Screen image) Saved in hard disk of PC Output to printer 6 Point Print setting (a) Papers are printed in the portrait mode.
6.1.2 Setting items Setting items for printing are described. 6 Item Name Description Select the printer for printing. To make basic settings of the printer, click the Properties A button. Printer setting varies depending on the printer driver of Windows. Printer Print to file Save the data in a file without printing from the printer. Check [Print to file] and click the OK button. The Save as dialog box is displayed. Set the file target. Select the items to be printed.
1 Print preview Each icon of print preview is described. Item Description (Print) Printing is performed. (One page) The entire page is displayed. (Zoom) (Previous, Next) (Close) 6-3 A The display image is enlarged/reduced. Image on the previous/next page is displayed. Print Preview is closed.
2 Page Setup (1) Page Setup tab Item Description Page No. Select whether page No. to be added or not. If [Add] is selected, set the page No. (“initial value”) to be printed on the first page. (0 to 9999) Space Set the top/bottom/right/left space in mm units. (0 to 100mm) A F A F (2) Screen Image tab Item Description Reverse Check this item to output the screen image with black and white inverted.
3 Detail (1) Base/Window tab Base tab Item Description Object Select whether the object setting to be output in [List] or [Details] format for the screen setting check. Selectable only for output to file. (Fixed to [List] for output to printer.) Screen List Set the image (ON/OFF) to be output to a screen list. When both are checked, both of ON and OFF screen images are output. When neither of them is checked, no screen list is output.
(2) Report tab Item Description Object Select the object setting to be output in [List] or [Details] format. Selectable only for output to file. (Fixed to [List] for output to printer.) Screen List Check this item to output a screen list. (ON image is output.) Screen Image Outputs a screen image. In addition to a normal screen image, the screen image on which the object ID or devices are put can be output. Print Object ID Outputs the screen image on which the object ID is put.
6.2 Printing example 6.2.1 Printer output Title list Each screen title is printed as shown below. Screen setting information Setting items in each screen are printed as shown below. Screen list List of created screens is printed as shown below. Screen image Each screen image is printed as shown below. 1 The number of screens displayed on the screen image view is fixed to 16 screens (4 x 4) per page.
Common Setting Details of common setting are printed as shown below. Device List List of set devices is printed as shown below. Device Details Details of set devices are printed as shown below. Comment Created comments and their attributes are printed as shown below.
Parts List of created parts is printed as shown below. Script List of set script files is printed as shown below. 6-9 Library List of My favorites or user-defined libraries is printed as shown below. Voice List of set voice files is printed as shown below.
Category Each category list is printed as shown below.
6.2.2 File output Files to be output In file output, the following files are output to the specified folder. (1) Image file ( refers to screen numbers.) (a) Base screen Base ON.Bmp Base OFF.Bmp Base ON object ID.Bmp Base OFF object ID.Bmp .Bmp Base OFF device.Bmp Base ON device(b) Window screen .Bmp Window ON.Bmp Window ON object IDWindow ON device.Bmp (c) Report, Parts, Library .Bmp Report..Bmp (First Library template No., respectively) (2) Text file Title list.CSV/TXT Common setting.CSV/TXT Device detail.
Common Setting Details of common setting are output as shown below. Device List List of set devices is output as shown below. Device Details Details of set devices are output as shown below. Comment Created comments and their attributes are output as shown below. Parts List of registered parts is output as shown below. Library List of registered libraries is output as shown below. Script List of script files is output as shown below. Voice List of registered voice files is output as shown below.
7. USING LIBRARY Figures and objects created by the user can be registered as a library. Registered figures and objects can be easily pasted on the screen. 7.1 What is Library? 7.1.1 What you need to know before using library Screen used for library In library, registration and readout are performed on the screen below: "Library workspace" Registered objects or figures are displayed in a tree. To display the library workspace, click the library tab of the workspace.
Library type (1) User created library Objects or figures created by a user can be registered. My Favorite User created library (1) (2) (a) My Favorite Objects or figures registered as "My favorite" are registered on the "My Favorite" toolbars. When frequently used objects/figures are registered on My Favorite toolbars, it is convenient to use them. Displayed on "My Favorite" toolbars Template Figures and objects registered to the library are registered as templates.
7.1.2 Basic operation of library Basic operation of library workspace Select the item for operation and right click the mouse to select the setting item. As shown below, the display varies depending on the selected items. Right click the mouse when the library is selected. Right click the mouse when the template is selected. Item Right click the mouse at a space. Description New Template New template is added to My Favorite or the user created library.
Basic operation of library image list dialog box Select the [View] [Library] The library image list appears. [My Favorite]/[User Defined Libraries]/[System Libraries] menu. Template image Template name Item Library type selection menu Description The library type to be displayed is changed. (Register) Objects or figures selected on the drawing screen are registered on the library. (New Screen) Template is newly created. (Edit) Registered template is edited with the library editor.
7.2 Pasting Objects or Figures from Library Objects or figures registered to the library are pasted on the screen. Select the template for pasting and paste it on the drawing screen. (1) Pasting from library workspace Drag (2) Pasting from library image list Click Loading My Favorite library Objects or figures registered to the My Favorite library can be read out from the My Favorite icon on the toolbar.
7.3 Creating Original Library 7.3.1 Registering objects or figures on library Objects or figures are registered to My Favorite or the user created library. Select the object/figure for registration. Perform the following operation: (1) Using library workspace Drag the object or figure into the workspace. Drag (2) Using library image list Click the (Register) button. The template property dialog box appears. Input the template number and name and click the OK button. Registration is completed.
7.3.2 Copying registered library/template User created library or registered template is copied. Select the user created library/template for copying. Library workspace Library image list Perform the following operation: (1) Copying in library workspace Right click the mouse to select [Copy]. Right click the mouse again to select [Paste]. (2) Copying in library image list Click (Copy). Then, click (Paste). The library property/template property dialog box appears.
7.3.3 Deleting registered library/template User created library or registered template is deleted. Select the user created library/template for deletion. Library workspace Library image list Perform the operations below: (1) Deleting in library workspace Right click the mouse to select the [Delete] menu. (2) Deleting in library image list Click the (Delete) button. The confirm screen delete/confirm template delete dialog box appears. Click the Yes button.
7.3.4 Editing registered objects and figures Objects and figures registered to My Favorite or the user created library are edited. Select the template for editing. Library workspace Library image list Perform the operations below: (1) Editing in library workspace Right click the mouse to select the [Edit] menu. (The template can be edited by double clicking.) (2) Deleting in library image list Click the (Library Edit) button. (The template can be edited by double clicking.
7.3.5 Changing library property Number or name of user created library or registered template is changed. Select the user created library/template for copying. Library workspace Library image list Perform the following operation: (1) Editing in library workspace Right click the mouse to select [Property]. (2) Deleting in library image list Click the (Property) button. The template creation dialog box appears. Change the library/template number and the library/template name. Click the OK button.
7.3.6 Saving library to file My Favorite/user created library file can be saved separately from the currently edited library file. To use the multiple libraries for different drawing purposes, save the files in the PC hard disk. ( Section 7.3.7 Loading library from file) In addition, by saving the file in a floppy disk, the library can be shared with multiple PCs. (Ex. 2) (Ex. 1) Saving library file Library file Copying Drawing data Hard disk Multiple library files are saved in the PC hard disk.
The library file (GTD2.lbd) is stored in the specified folder.
Creating a new library irrespective of the one already created. Create a new library irrespective of the one already created, according to the following procedure. Select and right-click [Library] and then click [New Library Folder]. The dialog box appears asking whether the currently edited library data is saved or not. When saving the library, click the Yes button. Specify the folder to store the library file. The library file name is unchangeable.
7.3.7 Loading library from file The specified library file can be read out to change the data of My Favorite and the user created library. A library file created by other PC can be loaded into the library of the editing project. (Ex.) Library data of other project are loaded into the editing project. Reuse library Editing project Other project Right click the mouse at a blank space in the library workspace and click [Load Library Folder].
Data in My Favorite and the user created library are changed to the library data of the library file in the specified folder. Loading multiple library files to create project Alternate loading of multiple library files facilitates use of multiple library files with one project. The storange location of the loaded library file is displayed on the list box at the upper part of the library workspace. Multiple library files can be easily loaded. Ex.
7.4 Utilizing Panelkit of GT Designer The panelkit of the GT Designer can be imported and used on the GT Desinger2. Select the [Project] [Import Panelkit of GT Designer] menu. The Import Panelkit of GT Designer dialog box appears. Refer to the following descriptions for setting: Item Description Source Path Storage location of the panelkit of the GT Designer is specified. Select "pkit" files Panelkit files in the [Source path] are displayed.
8. DRAW AND EDIT 8.1 Drawing Figures 8.1.
Drawing figures (1) Line Drag from start point 1) to end point 2), and release the left button of the mouse. Draw while pressing the Shift key. Draw while pressing the Ctrl key. 1) 1) 2) 45 degrees start point 1) 2) 2) Lines can be drawn at the angle of 45 degrees. A line can be drawn from the start point as a center. (2) Rectangle Drag from start point 1) to end point 2), and release the left button of the mouse. Draw while pressing the 1) Shift key. Draw while pressing the Ctrl key.
(5) Polygon 4) 3) 1) 5) 2) Drag from start point 1) to end point 2) of the first side, and release the left button of the mouse. A dashed line is displayed. Click at the end point of next side 3). Repeat the operation in 3) until the desired figure is drawn. Double click 4) to complete drawing. (6) Arc 3) 2) 4) 5) 1) Drag from start point 1) to end point 2) to determine the radius of arc. A dashed line is displayed inside the circle.
Double click a figure to determine the attribute. (Ex.: Setting of arc/sector) (Ex.: Setting of scale) Item Description A This is checked to create a sector. Sector Checked 1 Scale Points 2 Not checked Number of lines (2 to 255) on the scale is set. Direction of the scale is selected. Direction 2 Horizontal: Vertical: Position of the center line that makes a right angle to the scale is selected. Center line 2 Center: None: Style Line style of the figure is selected.
1 Sector This is the setting item only for arc and sector. 2 Scale points, direction and center line These are the setting items only for scale. 3 Set as Default Set the user attribute as the default value. Figures with the same attribute can be drawn continuously. Click the "Set As Default" button. When the same figure is drawn next time, it can be drawn with the values set as default.
8.1.2 Entering text Perform either of the following operations: • Click (Text). • Select the [Figure] [Text] menu. Click on the screen. The text figure dialog box appears. Enter the text, set the attribute of the text, and click the OK GOT-A900 Series Item button. The entered text is displayed. GOT-F900 Series Description A Text you want to display is entered. • Maximum 512 characters can be entered. (A line feed is counted as one character.) • Text can be entered in multiple lines.
Item Description A Reference position to align multiple text lines is selected. (It is available only when the [Direction] is set to "Horizontal.") Left: AAAA Right: AAAA Center: AAAA Alignment BB CCCC BB CCCC BB CCCC Solid Solid color is selected when the [Style] is set to [Solid] or [Sculpture]. Bg transparent Check this to make the background of the text transparent. Size horizontal sizes) is selected.
8.1.3 Painting figures Closed area and polygon are painted. Before painting (filling) Draw areas for painting as follows: (1) Close the area to paint with solid lines. Solid line Solid line Paint a polygon. Paint this area. Solid line Paint this area. Solid line Solid line Solid line (2) Use the same color for outlines of the area to be painted. Paint this area. Paint this area. Draw with the same color. Remark Draw with the same color.
Painting Perform either of the following operations: • Click (Paint). • Select the [Figure] [Paint] from the menu. Move the cursor to the area for painting and click within the paint area. Click The paint setting dialog box appears. Set the attribute, and click the Item OK button. Description Boundary color The boundary color of the area is selected. The line set here is the boundary line of the painted area. Pattern Filling pattern is selected.
8.1.4 Pasting figure data of BMP file This function imports figure data (BMP/DXF (AutoCAD drawing file) format) to GT Desinger2 and pastes the figure on the screen. Operation method Perform either of the following operations: File format BMP DXF Description BMP format file is imported as an image. DXF format file is imported as an image. Operation A (Image data) [Figure] [Import Image] menu (Import DXF) [Figure] [Import DXF] menu The Open a File dialog box appears.
BMP format file (1) Compatible BMP format file 2-color/16-color/256-color BMP format data can be imported. (2) Editing BMP format figure data Click the BMP format figure data to start the painting software. Then, modify the figure. Closing the software ensures the modification on the figure data. (3) Category After being imported, the BMP format data will be registered and stored in “Others”.
(c) Details of DXF data import The following DXF data can be imported to GT Designer2. If some figures or attributes cannot be imported, draw them or make the relevant settings on GT Designer2.
(d) Line Each line is converted as shown below (1-dot width). Before import (DXF data) After import (GTD2 data) CONTINUOUS Full line DASHED Dotted line HIDDEN Dotted line CENTER Dashed line PHANTOM Dashed line User definition Full line Others Full line A F A F (e) Color The color is converted as shown below.
8.2 Editing Figure and Object 8.2.1 Selecting figure and object Selection items with the cursor (figures and objects) can be changed by clicking. It is convenient to select the cursor type suitable for the editing item. Cursor type Description Selecting operation A Selection and editing can be performed without distinguishing between figures and objects. (Cursor set as initial setting) Both figure and object are selected.
Selection/de-selection of multiple figures or objects (1) Selecting one from overlapped figures or objects Move the cursor to the overlapped figures or objects and click while pressing the Ctrl key. (2) De-selecting one from multiple figures or objects Move the cursor to the boundary line of a desired figure/object. Click while pressing the Shift key. (3) Selecting figures or objects from the data view The data view displays figures and objects on the screen in a list.
8.2.2 Editing figures and objects Different types of editing can be made for the figures and objects arranged on the screen. Select the desired figure/object for editing. Perform the following operations according to the editing details. Function Description Delete Figures and objects are deleted. Cut Figures and objects are cut. Operation [Edit] • • [Edit] • Copy F [Delete] (Cut) [Cut] (Copy) Figures and objects are copied. • [Edit] Paste A The cut/copied figures and objects are pasted.
8.2.3 Grouping/Ungrouping multiple figures and objects Grouping of multiple figures and objects enables users to handle them as a single figure. Group Ungroup Select the desired figures and objects for grouping (ungrouping). Group/ungroup the selected figures and objects by either of the following operations: Function Description Operation • Group A F (Group) Multiple figures and objects are grouped. • [Edit] • Ungroup [Group] (Ungroup) Multiple figures and objects are ungrouped.
8.2.5 Aligning figures and objects Multiple figures and objects can be aligned in several patterns. Aligning in one direction Select the desired figures and objects for alignment. Perform the following operations according to the alignment: Function Left Description Figures and objects are aligned with the leftmost figure. Operation • Figures and objects are aligned at the center in the horizontal direction. Right Figures and objects are aligned with the rightmost figure.
Remark Across and Down The "Across" function aligns the figures/objects equally based on the top-left coordinates of the leftmost and rightmost figures/objects. The "Down" function aligns the figures/objects equally based on the top-left coordinates of the uppermost and lowermost figures/objects.
Alignment in combination of multiple directions Select the desired figures and objects for alignment. Perform either of the following operations: • Click (Align). • Select the [Edit] [Align] [Align] from the menu. The Align dialog box appears. Click any direction button. The image of alignment is displayed. Select the direction of alignment, and click the OK button. Item Description No Alignment is not performed. Top Figures are aligned with the top figure.
8.2.6 Changing attributes of figures and objects Changing attributes with property sheet Select the desired figure/object. Change the attribute of the selected figure/object on the property sheet. (Ex.) Changing foreground color of a circle from black to white Changing foreground color Remark The change is displayed on the figure. (1) Changing attributes of multiple figures/objects Attributes of different types of objects/figures cannot be changed at a time. Ex.
Changing attribute with dialog box Select the desired figure/object. Double click on the selected figure/object. The settings dialog box of each figure/object appears. Change attributes there. For the settings dialog box of each figure/object, see below: (Ex.) Changing foreground of a circle from black to white Change the setting of foreground. The change is displayed on the figure. • Settings dialog box of each figure Section 8.1.
8.2.7 Changing size of figures/objects Changing overall size (scaling up/down) Select the desired figure or object. Move the cursor to a handle of figure or object. Drag it to change the size of figure or object. (Ex.) Changing vertical and horizontal sizes (Ex.) Changing vertical and horizontal sizes from corner (1) Operation in combination with the Ctrl and Shift keys Operation in combination with the following changes of size: Ctrl and Shift keys allows the (Ex.
Changing length of specified side (Edit Vertex) Select the desired figure or object. Perform either of the following operations to change the handle to the "Edit Vertex" mode: • Click on the toolbars. • Select the [Edit] [Edit Vertex] menu. Move the cursor to a handle of the figure. Drag the handle to move the vertex. (Ex.
8.2.8 Copying figures and objects consecutively Figures and objects can be copied at a time. Select the desired figure or object for consecutive copies. (For consecutive copy of multiple figures or objects, select multiple figures/objects at a time.) Select the [Edit] [Consecutive Copy] from the menu. The consecutive copy dialog box appears. After setting the copy details, click the OK button to make copies. Item Description The number of figures to be produced after copying and pasting is set.
Item Description It is set to offset the device of the object to the device number for the increments when copying a object. For a touch switch, the write device only for the bit/word operation is applicable. None Priority in the X direction Priority in the Y direction : Increment is not performed. : Incremented in the X direction (right) : Incremented in the Y direction (down) After selecting the priority direction, set the interval to offset the device number.
9. USEFUL FUNCTIONS 9.1 Edit Function This chapter describes useful edit functions of the GT Designer2. 9.1.1 Batch setting of multiple objects/figures on the same screen (Property sheet) What is property sheet? The property sheet displays all setting items and details of object/figure/screen currently selected in a list. Since the property sheet allows setting of the selected object/figure/screen, the setting details can be checked and set (changed) without opening the dialog box.
Operation method Select the desired object/figure/screen to change settings. (Multiple objects/figures can be selected.) The attributes are displayed on the property sheet. Change the desired attributes. Precautions (1) Different types of objects/figures cannot be checked/set at a time. Ex.: Touch switch and lamp Bit lamp and word lamp Circle and rectangle Different types of grouped objects/figures cannot be checked/set at a time. (2) Objects/figures distributed on multiple screens cannot be checked/set.
9.1.2 Batch setting and managing objects/figures for each purpose (Category workspace) What is Category? The set objects/figures are stored in any of the following categories: Switch, Lamp and Others. Sorting objects and figures into the user category for each application allows management of objects and figures. Switch category Lamp category Other category User category Category Description Switch category All touch switches are stored. Lamp category All lamps are stored.
Convenient for the case below: Color/device of the Goto screen switch can be changed in batch. It is convenient to make batch edit for each purpose. Figures of the touch switch or the lamp can be changed in batch. Ex. 1) Batch editing display color of Goto screen switch Batch edit Ex.
Creating user category The method to create a user category is shown below: In this section, an example of category creation for the Goto Screen switch is described. Select a category from Switch, Lamp and Others. Right click the mouse and select "New Category". The Edit Category dialog box appears. Enter the category name (enter "Goto Screen Switch" here). Click the OK button. The dialog box is closed. The user category is added.
The Goto Screen switch is stored in the Goto Screen Switch category. Category registration of objects and figures Create a user category first. The created user category can be selected when setting the storage location of objects and figures.
Method to make batch settings for each category Batch setting method of a category is described. An example of batch editing the switch color in the Goto screen switch category from black to white is shown here. Batch edit Select the desired category for batch edit and right click the mouse to select [Color Batch Edit]. The batch edit dialog box appears. Specify the color (black) before change. Refer to the following for detailsof the batch edit dialog box. Section 9.1.
Specify the color (white) after change. 9-8 Click the Replace Click the Close button. The color is changed to the specified color. button to close the dialog box.
(1) Find Now button Click the Find Now button to display all colors used in the category. It is convenient to batch edit multiple devices/colors/figures. (2) Target other than category Other than categories, screens or common settings can be batch edited. Section 9.1.3 Batch editing attributes of objects/figures scattered on multiple screens Precautions (1) One object/figure cannot be stored in multiple categories. (2) Multiple attributes cannot be batch edited. (Ex.
9.1.3 Batch editing attributes of objects/figures scattered on multiple screens (Batch edit) What is batch edit? Color or other attributes of objects/figures are changed in batch. The following attributes can be batch edited: • Device of object • Color of object/figure • Figure used for lamp display/touch switch Convenient for the case below: It is convenient to batch edit device, color or lamp/switch figure of objects or figures scattered on multiple screens.
Operation method The batch edit method is described. Select the [Tools] - [Batch Edit] - [Device Batch Edit/Switch Lamp Shape Batch Edit/Color Batch Edit] menu. The setting dialog box appears. Refer to the following descriptions for setting. Device/color/figure specified on the screen are searched. Batch edit is performed. Items selected for change are deleted. Items set on the edit list are cleared. Item Description A Attribute Attribute for batch edit is selected.
Method of batch edit Method of batch edit is explained. An example to change the color of objects or figures set on all screens from black to white is described here. Display the device batch edit dialog box. Select "Color" from "Attribute and "All screen" from "Target." Select black from "Color of Objects" and select white from "New Color.
Fine Now button Click the Find Now button to display all devices/colors/figures (either one only) used in all screens. It is convenient to batch edit multiple devices/colors/figures. After selection, click the Replace button. Items set in black are changed to white. Precautions (1) Change of device (a) When the device format (bit device, word device, bit specification for word device) is specified, the device cannot be changed to a different device type.
9.1.4 Simple selection of overlapped figure (Data view) What is data view? The data view displays all figures and objects arranged on the screen in a list. The listed figures and objects can be double clicked and edited directly. Check an item for display. The name, coordinates and object ID (for objects only) of the selected figures and the objects are displayed. When the figures/objects are selected, the corresponding objects on the screen are selected.
9.1.5 Checking devices in use (Device list) Device list The device list displays the devices used for the editing screen or the entire project. Click this tab to select the desired device types and display them in the list. Devices are searched. After entering a desired device, click the "Find" button to start the search. Click this to close the dialog box. Useful for cases below: The device list is useful to check devices used for the project/screen created.
9.2 Referring to Device Comment When Setting Devices The device comment and the device name created on the GX Developer can be checked when setting devices on the GT Designer2. Since devices can be set on the GT Designer2 while checking the devices used for the PLC program, errors in device number setting can be prevented. (Only for GOT-A900 Series) GX Developer project GT Designer2 project Import Devices are set while checking the device number of the GX Developer.
Point (1) GX Developer data used for this function Only the device comment data ( .wcd) of the GX Developer is required for this function. Other project data of the GX Developer is not required. (2) Storage location of device comment data The device comment data ( project data of GX Developer. .wcd) of the GX Developer is created in the Folder containing project data of the GX Developer Device comment data ( .wcd) is stored here.
9.2.2 Check method of device comment The check method of device comment is shown below: Click the Device Comment... button in the device settings dialog box of each object. The device comment dialog box appears. A device can be set while checking the device comment. After setting, click the OK button. In the device comment dialog box, device number, comments and device names can be used for search. (Ex.
(Ex. 2) Search of comment/device name Enter a desired keyword and click the Show button. The comment or the device name containing the entered keyword are displayed in the list. The device comment dialog box is closed. The selected device is set in the device setting dialog box.
9.3 Checking Monitor Data for Errors Details of the monitor screen data created on the GT Designer2 can be checked for errors. For the checking method, see below: Section 4.
9.4 Inputting multiple language With multiple language function in Windows, various languages can be input on the GT Designer2. One GOT can display a screen for various languages by inputting letters and comments in various languages. *1 (Language incompatible with Windows cannot be input.
9.4.1 Input method Procedures of inputting multiple languages are shown below: ® Refer to manual/help of Windows for detailed operation method of Windows . Setting for each Windows ® (1) Windows 2000 Professional Select the [Start] [Control panel] menu. Select "Regional Options". The "Regional Options" dialog box appears. Select the General tab and select the desired language from the "Language setlings for the system". ® *: The CD-ROM of Windows 2000 is required.
(From the previous page) Select the Input Locale tab and click the Change button of "Input locales installed." Click the Add button of "Installed Services." The "Add Input Language" dialog box appears. Select the desired language. After selection, click the OK button.
® ® (2) Windows XP Professional and Windows XP Home Edition Select the [Start] [Control panel] menu. Select "Regional and Language Options." The "Regional and Language Options" dialog box appears. Select the Language tab and Click the Details button of "Text services and input languages." The "Regional and Language Options" dialog box appears. Select the Language tab and Click the Add button of "Text services and input languages.
(From the previous page) The "Add Input language" dialog box appears. Select the desired language. After selection, click the OK button. Input method Click the language selection icon on the task bar at the lower right of the screen and select the desired input language. After selection, multiple languages can be input on the GT Designer2. ® Ex.) Windows XP Professional Select the desired input language. 9.4.
Drawing monitor data created in multiple languages on other OS (Windows) than Windows 2000 Professional/Windows XP Professional/Windows XP Home Edition (1) Precautions for editing Do not edit settings (comment or letter) that have the input language not supported by the OS (Windows). The characters may be garbled. (2) Display on workspace, property sheet and dialog Multiple languages on the workspace, property sheet and dialog are garbled.
9.5 Confirming the created data size Before transferring the monitor data created using GT Designer2 to the GOT, data size can be confirmed for each screen or project. 9.5.1 Confirmation method Select [Tool] [Data Size] [Screen]/[Project] menu. The data size dialog box appears. Confirm the data size. 9.5.2 Confirmation items Screen Item Description Editing Screen The editing screen type and screen No. are displayed Title The screen title is displayed.
9.6 Utilizing other project data It is possible to utilize other project data, i.e., import other project data (Source project) into the currently edited project (Destination data). This function is effective when utilizing multiple project data. It supports GT Designer data as well. 9.6.1 Importing data Select [Project] – [Import Project] from the menu. The Import Project dialog box appears. Click the Browse button and select a project to be imported, i.e., source project (or directly enter the path).
When selecting screen, parts or sound data for utilization, set it the No. to be used in the destination project. (When selecting multiple data, set the head No.) If the data of the same No. already exists in the destination project, the existing data will be deleted, i.e., overwritten. (Use the Image or Browse button to check the data in the destination project.) All common settings will be overwritten. The base screen No.1 and No.2 are imported into the destination project as the base screen No.10 and No.
Incompatible data (1) The GT Designer2 cannot import the data of functions, if the functions are unsupported by the GOT type of the destination project. (2) If the monitor data is imported using the GT Designer2 version that is older than the one used to create the source project, some functions or settings may be deleted. To import the relevant data, make sure to use the GT Designer2 version that is the same or newer than the one used to create the source project.
(6) When the [System Environment] setting window is opened on the destination project, [System Environment] cannot be selected. (Not displayed in the tree structure.) When importing the [System environment] setting, close the [System Environment] setting window on the destination project, and then select the project to be imported. (7) Depending on the file formats of the source project and destination project, the [Import project] function cannot be executed.
APPENDIX Appendix 1 List of Shortcut Keys Item [Project (P)] [Edit (E)] New Screen (N) Ctrl+N Open (O)... Ctrl+O Save (S) Ctrl+S Print (P)...
Appendix 2 Q&A of GT Designer2 Operation Q&A for GT Desinger2 operation is described below: Q1. The workspace/property sheet/data view has disappeared from the screen. How can it be displayed? A1. Select [View] Select [Tools] [Workspace/property sheet] to display the workspace and the property sheet. [Data View] to display the data view. Q2. I don't know how to pop up the property sheet or the data view. App. A2. Click at the upper right to pop up the property sheet or the data view. Click here.
Q3. The cursor remains to be + mark. Objects are continuously arranged. How can the cursor be recovered? The cursor is not recovered. A3. After arrangement of an object, right click the mouse or press the Esc key on the keyboard to recover the cursor to . To maintain the cursor to an arrow mark, select [Project] [Preferences] and check "Tool de-select after use" on the operation tab. Q4. The device comment cannot be selected in device setting. Click here. A4.
Q5. Object figure is not accurately arranged. A5. Right click the mouse on the object and select [Enable Two Tracker Mode] and [Centering]. The object is then accurately arranged. When Centering is selected, the object is automatically moved to the center of the figure. When Enable Two Tracker Mode is selected, the object and the figure are independently moved, enlarged or reduced. The arrangement position of the object and the figure can be finely adjusted.
Appendix 3 Using Existing Data Appendix 3.1 Outline procedures The outline procedures for converting the existing data to the GT Designer2 data are shown below. Monitor data for A64GOT Monitor data for GOT800 Series Monitor data for A77GOT Digital's Package Data Monitor data created by GT Designer or DU/WIN SW3NIW-A8GOTP (Drawing software for GOT800 Series) The monitor data of the A64GOT/A77GOT are read out and saved as monitor data of the GOT800 Series.
Appendix 3.2 Precautions Using the GT Designer monitor data (1) The object setting dialog box is displayed with all extended functions selected. Ex.) When setting the touch switch Tabs of the extended functions are displayed. Extended functions are checked. (2) Switch-grouped objects on the GT Designer are treated as normally grouped objects on the GT Designer2. (3) "Category" shows "none" (Category none).
(1) GOT800 compatible mode Select the [Common] [GOT800 Compatible Mode] from the menu. The setting dialog box appears. Refer to the following descriptions for setting. Item Description A Change the order of switch action Priority of duplicate setting for the touch switch is changed to priority of the GOT800 Series. Delete USER ROM CHECK button The user check area of the GOT (utility self-diagnosis) is deleted.
(2) Different actions of functions between GOT800 Series and GOT900 Series, and corrective actions Item Part Display Procedures to replace the GOT800 Series with the GOT-A900 Series Description When you have selected [Display mode] - [XOR display], the parts that group overlapping figures are displayed as follows: GT800 Series : All grouped figures are displayed at once, when using XOR-display.
Item Description Procedures to replace the GOT800 Series with the GOT-A900 Series System information [Before/after change] The values of system information before and after changes vary depending on the GOT, when you enter a negative value via 16-bit signed BIN numeric value input.
Appendix 4 Applicable Monitor Data This section provides the precautions for using monitor data. Pay attention to the precautions outlined in this section when handling monitor data. When opening/uploading monitor data, make sure to use the same or newer GT Designer2 than the one used to create the monitor data. When the older GT Designer2 is used, some problems may occur such as file is not able to be opened and/or some functions/settings are invalid.
Appendix 4.1 Opening monitor data POINT No problem occurs when the software version is the same or newer than the one used to create the monitor data. GT Designer2 version used to open the data GT Designer2 version used to create the data Precautions When the monitor data is opened with the same or older software version than the one used to create it, some functions/ settings are invalid due to version incompatibility. The following table shows the compatibility between the software versions.
Appendix 4.2 Uploading monitor data POINT No problem occurs when the software version is the same or newer than the one used to download the monitor data into the GOT. GT Designer2 version used to upload the data GT Designer2 version used to download the data Precautions When the monitor data is uploaded with the same or older software version than the one used to download it, some functions/settings are invalid due to version incompatibility.
Appendix 4.3 Downloading monitor data POINT No problem occurs when the OS version of created monitor data is the same or older than the one installed in the target GOT. OS of created monitor data OS installed in the target GOT Precautions When the monitor data is downloaded using the software with the same or newer OS version installed in the GOT, some functions/settings are invalid due to OS incompatibility. Solution It is recommended to reinstall the latest OS.
INDEX Ind [A] Aligning figures and objects .......................... 8-18 [B] [I] Installing OS...................................................5-21 Installing ROM_BIOS........................... 5-18, 5-28 Inputting multiple language............................9-21 Basic operation of dialog box.......................... 3-2 [L] [C] Category workspace ....................................... 9-3 Changing attributes of figure and object....... 8-18 Changing size of figure and object ...............
[S] Screen Cascading/tiling screens ........................... 4-13 Changing property..................................... 4-15 Closing ....................................................... 4-12 Copying screen data ................................. 4-19 Creating a new screen ................................ 4-6 Deleting screen data ................................. 4-21 Making editing screen active..................... 4-14 Opening .......................................................
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