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USER'S |
MANUAL |Features
Introduction jomron
This user's manual provides all the information you need to install
operate, and maintain the OMRON SYSMAC-C20 Programmable
Contraller, which can be used for a wide range of industrial applications.
‘The C20 is OMRON's response to the demand for a low-cost, versatile
inclustrial control system that can be quickly installed and easily operated
by technicians with litle orno experience with programmable controllers,
Improved cost effectiveness
All functions for a small-scale control system are integrated in a single
inousing, The C20 can be used in the place of conventional relay control
panels and is ideally suited for economical control of manufacturing and
other applications which require fewer inpuvoutput control points,
‘Slim profile for convenient mounting
‘The C20's compact design allows itto be installed in locations where
space is at a premium. Hardly larger than a standard text book, the C20
can easily be mounted either horizontally or vertically near the machinery
itoperates.
Choice of memory chips
Either RAM or EPROM memory chips can be installed in the C20. RAM
offers the convenience of a readiwrite memory for control programs that
are under development or subject to modification; EPROM chips can be
used for “permanent” storage for rarely changed programs or when
multiple copies are needed for programs.
Optional optical-fiber communication
As with the other models of the SYSMAC C-Series programmable
controllers, I/O linkage can be accomplished using a remote I/O master
unit and optical-iber cables. This state-of-the-art technology enables,
noise-free communications over long distances at ultra-high speeds.
Detachable terminal block
An easily removable terminal block greatly facilitates wiring the VO lines
and makes maintenance more convenient
Upwardly compatible peripheral devices
The programming console, printer interface unit, and PROM writer can be
shared with all programmable controllers in the SYSMAC C-Series.
Moreover, with the addition of a peripheral interface, itis possible to
program and operate the PC through a portable graphic programming
console (either LCD or CRT) as well as a muitisupport base uit,About this manual
Introduction
This manual was designed, written, and illustrated to be highly useful
to people at all levels of understanding and experience with program-
mabe controllers, including the first-time user. ithas also been organized
and indexed to allow easy access to specific information,
The only special knowledge you need is an understanding of ladder
diagrams using the familiar symbols adopted for conventional relay-
based industrial systems
Here's what you will find in the following chapters and appendixes:
Chapter 1
Programmable controllers in general and the C20in particular are
introduced, Each part of the C20is illustrated and explained, and '
different system configurations are presented.
Chapter2
What you need to know to install the C20 is explained, including important
environmental, wiring, mounting. and power supply considerations.
Chapter3
You're introduced to programming and the eight steps used to create a
PC control program. This chapter focuses on the first three — assessing
the controlied operation, assigning inout/output points, and writing relay
ladder diagrams.
Chapters 4 and 5
‘These two chapters cover using the programming console to write your
appiication program and putit io work controlling your equipment or
process through the C20,
Chapter 6
Examples are given which show you in simplified form some of the
numerous control applications that can be realized by the C20,
‘Appendixes
The many peripheral devices available to expand the C20 system and
provide valuable support services are introcuced. Also covered are the
basic and special instructions used in programming, as well as product
specifications and other delailed technical information. A comprehensive
index is included for easy reference to this manual