Pro-Face GP Maintenance Text

1.
GP Unit Replacement
This chapter explains the procedures to replace the GP unit when any abnormality is found.
[1] Screen Data Backup

Back up the screen data stored in the GP internal memory before replacing the GP unit. Data may
not be able to be backed up depending on the GP's malfunctions.
To upload screen data, use the Screen Editor with its version same as one used when
downloading or above. The screen data cannot be uploaded with a different version of the
software.
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Screen Editor Version List
(1) Backing up Screen Data with Screen Editor (GP-PRO/PBIII for Windows)
1) Connecting GP and PC (one with the Screen Editor installed on)
PC (either laptop or desktop computer)
Data Transfer Cable

(D-sub 9 pin socket)
GP
To the serial port To the tool connector
Mouse
Rear of GP-47* type Side of GP-37* type
Tool Connector
Rear of GP-57* type
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Bottom of GP-250*/260* type Rare of GP-240* type
Tool Connector
- Before plugging/unplugging a connector in/from the tool connector, be sure that the
power is not supplied to the GP unit.
- When sending a project file to the GP unit, a separately sold data transfer cable
(GPW-CB02) is required. An interface converting adapter for PC is not attached to it.
Please prepare a connector conversion adapter which is applicable to your PC. Connector
conversion adapters are available in general computer stores.
- Models in the GP2000 series are equipped with an Ethernet interface. This interface
allows you to transfer a project file from a PC to the GP unit via Ethernet cable. Except
models in the GP2*01 series are not equipped with an Ethernet interface.
Bottom of GP-250*/260* type Side of GP-240* type
Ethernet Interface
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2) Starting up GP-PRO/PB III for Windows
This section explains the operation after starting up your PC.
a. Click the [Start] button and select [Programs] [Pro-face] [ProPB3 C-Package]
[1. Project Manager].
b. The Project Manager will appear.
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3) Receiving Screen Data
a. Procedures
Usage Pattern
C on figu re th e
Project Transfer Setup Transfer Settings settings related
or or t o s et u p an d
communications
Compile GP unit data C lic k to

Transfer Prepare to the GP-PRO/PBIII Receive data
data.
Select Project Manager's [Project] menu - [Transfer] command, or click on the icon
to display a window to perform data transfer.
Item contents in this window are as follows:
Transfers screen data from Cancels the Data Displays the Transfer
the GP unit to GP-PRO/PBIII Transfer mode Settings dialog box. Ends the Data
Transfer mode.
T ran sf er s sc reen
data from GP-PRO/ Displays the
PBIII to the GP unit transfer method
currently specified
Creates the CF Displays the setup

memory loader tool mode currently
in a CF card output specified
folder
Displays the
Displays the current destination type

currently specified
project file name
Displays the
Displays the current progress of the
project's comment data transfer
data Display the current Downloads the CF Displays the operation
status of the data memory loader tool transfer preparation
transfer operation to a CF card status
The tool bar icons provide the following functions.

Send screen data Create system boot
to the GP unit data to CF card Abort Exit
Receive screen Send system bo ot Transfer setting

data from the GP data to CF card
unit
Do not turn off the PC or the GP unit, nor disconnect the transfer cable during screen data
transfer. This can cause an error when the GP unit starts up.
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b. Receiving data
Transfer a project file of screen data stored in the GP unit from the GP unit to GP-PRO/PBIII.
To receive screen data transferred with a password set, the password is required.
- If a project file is created for the GP-377, GP77R, or GP-2000 series with a data
transmission speed of 115.2 Kbps or 57600 bps, received from the above mentioned
GP unit, and sent to another GP unit other than the above mentioned, this speed will
be automatically changed to 38400 bps.
- To receive screen data from the GP unit, be sure to select "Upload Information" in the
Transfer settings window when you send the data to the GP unit.
i. Click the [Project] menu on the Project Manager and select [Transfer],
or click .
Or select [Transfer] from the [Screen] menu on the Drawing Board, or click .
ii. Select [Receive] from the [Transfer] menu, or click to receive data.
iii. If a password is set, enter the password and click .
If a password has not been set, skip the step iii.
If you enter an incorrect password three times or more, data transfer cannot be
performed. In this case, repeat the transfer procedure from the step ii.
To cancel data transfer, click the icon.
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iv. Specify a location to save the received data in and its project file name.
Then click the button.
If the same project file name already exists, you will be asked if you wish to replace it;
if so, select , otherwise select .
v. After the data transfer is completed, click the [Transfer] menu and select [Exit], or click
the icon.
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downloading or above.
e.g.) Data downloaded via GP-PRO/PBIII for Windows can be uploaded only via GP-
PRO/PBIII for Windows.
You can check the type of the Screen Editor that you have used to download screen data
to the GP unit on a list.
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 Checking System Version
a. Enter the offline mode on the GP unit.
Method 1. Entering the offline mode when turning on the power to the GP unit:
Touch the top left corner on the screen within 10 seconds after powering up.
Method 2. Entering the offline mode on the force reset screen:

Touch the top right corner (1) while touching the bottom right corner (2). Touch
the bottom left corner (3) with keeping other 2 points touched, and the force
reset operation menu will appear. Touch [Offline].
2 CF BOOT OFFLINE RESET CANCEL
b. Check the system version of the offline screen.

<Large-sized models (7.5 inches or larger)>
The system version appears on the top right of the Main Menu window.
System Version
Protocol Name and Version
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<Medium-sized models (5.7 inch or smaller)>
As for medium-sized models, the system version does not appear on the Main Menu window.
To show the system version, rerun the GP unit temporarily with a screen that you have not set on
the Screen Editor as the initial screen.
i. Touch [INITIALIZE] in the main menu.
ii. Touch [SET UP SCREEN] on the Initialize window.
iii. Touch [INITIAL SCREEN NO.] on the Set Up Screen window and enter an unset screen number.
e.g.) INITIAL SCREEN NO. B999
Take a note of the original settings

before you change the settings so
that you do not forget when you
change the original settings back.
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iv. After entering the screen number, touch [SET] to return to the Initialize window.
v. Touch [MAIN MENU] behind the Initialize screen to return to the Main Menu window.
vi. Touch [RUN] on the Main Menu window and return to the operation screen.
vii. The system version will be displayed on the bottom right of the screen.
XXXXX V x. xx V x. xx
Protocol Name and Version System Version
After you confirm the system version, set the Initial Screen Number to the original
setting.
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 Screen Editor Version List
GP System Version Screen Editor Software

Ver.1.00 to Ver.1.12a GP-PROIII
Ver.1.12 to Ver.1.18a GP-PRO/PBIII
Ver.1.20 or above GP-PRO/PBIII for W indows
The GP system versions are rough indications for the installed Screen Editor software.
They may differ depending on the GP models or the transfer methods. Please check
with the person in charge who actually downloaded the screen data to the GP unit.
downloading or above. The screen data cannot be uploaded with a different version of
the software.
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(2) Backing up Screen Data with CF Card
By attaching a Multi Unit to the GP77R series, you will be able to input/output data between the GP
　　　
unit and a CF card.
The GP2000 series is equipped with a CF card interface. It allows you to back up screen data to a
CF card as a backup file (*.MRM), and also allows you to copy backed up data to another GP unit
and use the data.
This section explains the procedures to make a backup to a CF card and to copy screen data to a
GP unit that the system is set up in. The GP unit must be set up via the Screen Editor software
beforehand.
Only one file of data can be backed up to a CF card at a time.
With the GP77R series, to transfer filing data, image screen data, sound data, etc. to a CF
card, a Multi Unit (sold separately) and a CF card are required.
1) Initializing CF Card
To initialize a CF card, please follow the procedures below. The GP unit needs to be set up via the
Screen Editor software beforehand.
i. Touch [INITIALIZE] in the GP offline mode.
Confirm that a CF card is inserted

before operation. If your GP unit does
not have a CF card interface, please
attach a Multi Unit on it and insert a
CF card.
ii. Touch [INITIALIZE MEMORY].
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iii. Select [INITIALIZE CF CARD].
If your GP unit is not the model in the

GP2000 series and not equipped with a
Multi Unit, this menu will not be displayed.
iv. Enter a password from a numeric keypad.
Enter "1101" which is the common

password, one that you have set in
the GP Settings window of the Screen
Editor, or one that you have set in
the GP offline mode.
v. Touch the button to start initializing.
vi. W hen the initialization is completed, the screen returns to the screen iii.
Please note that all of the data in the CF card will be erased if you initialize a CF card.
If you initialize a CF card with a GP unit, folders will be created automatically. Data transferred to a CF
card will be saved with the following file name in the following folder.
Folder Data Type File Name

\file Filing Data ZF*****.BIN
\log Logging Data ZL*****.CSV
\data Image Screen ZI*****.BIN
Sound Data ZO*****.BIN
\mrm GP Backup Data (MRM File) ZC00001.MRM (Fixed)
\trend Trend Graph Data ZT*****.CSV
Sampling Data ZS*****.CSV
\alarm Alarm Data
- Alarm Active/Block 1 Data ZA*****.CSV
- Alarm Active/Block 2 Data ZH*****.CSV
- Alarm Active/Block 3 Data ZG*****.CSV
- Double-byte letters cannot be used for a file name or a folder name. To specify a file
name to be saved in a CF card, use up to 8 characters in single-byte letters. FAT32 is not
supported.
- To overwrite and save data that exists in a CF card already, please make sure there are
more space than the size of data to be saved in the CF card because the new data will be
saved before the old data is deleted.
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2) Backing up Screen
Create a backup file in a CF card. (from GP internal memory to CF card)
i. Select [SCREEN DATA TRANSFER] in the GP offline mode.
Please be sure that the GP unit is

equipped with a Multi Unit and insert
a CF card before operation.
ii. Select [COPY TO CF CARD].
If your GP unit is not the model in the

GP2000 series and not equipped with a
Mul ti Unit, this menu will not be
displayed.
If any backup file (*.MRM) exists in

the CF card, data will be written over
it.
iii. Enter a password from a numeric keypad.
Enter the password that you have

registered in the Transfer window of the
Screen Editor software. If you haven't,
enter "1101".
" GP-PRO/PBIII for W i ndow s

Operation Manual"
(supplied with the Screen Editor)
IV. Touch the button to start copying to a CF card.
Do not turn off the GP power or reset the GP unit during copying to a CF card.
v. W hen copying is completed, the screen returns to the screen ii.
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(3) Backing up Screen Data with CF Memory Loader Tool
The CF Memory Loader Tool function allows you to upload screen data from the GP unit to a CF
card. (available with the GP2000 series only)
 Procedures
This section explains the flow of the basic operations to upload data to a CF card using the
CF Memory Loader Tool.
Create system boot data in a CF card
Starting CF Memory Loader Tool on the GP screen
Start uploading
1) Creating System Boot Data of CF Card
or click .
ii. Select [Create system boot data of CF card] from the [Transfer] menu, or click .
The CF Memory Loader Tool (Ipl.sys, Mld****.sys, Gpbackup.inf) will then be created
in the CF card data output folder. 　　　　　　　　　　
The "****" code in the above file name "Mld****.sys" will vary according to the GP
model.
GP Type GP Code GP Type GP Code

GP2300L 2252 GP2400T 2261
GP2300T 2256 GP2500T 2266
GP2301L 2250 GP2501T 2267
GP2301S 2251 GP2600T 2276
* To save data in a CF card, you need to specify the location, the CF card data
output folder, to save the data in temporarily in the project file first. If image screen
data, sound data, or filing data are set and you specify "CF card" for the save-in
location, these data will be output into the CF card data output folder specified
here.
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2) Sending System Boot Data to CF Card
or click .
ii. Click [Send system boot data to CF card] from the [Transfer] menu, or click .
The CF Memory Loader Tool in the CF card data output folder will be downloaded to
the CF Card.
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3) Starting CF Memory Loader Tool
There are two methods for starting this program via a CF card.
i. Touch the top right corner (1) of the screen while touching the bottom right corner (2).
Touch the bottom left corner (3) with keeping other 2 points touched. And then touch
[CF BOOT] in the menu bar, the GP unit will be reset once and the CF Memory Loader
Tool will be started.
You need to transf er the CF
Memory Loader Tool to the CF
card before starting the program.
ii. Use one of the dip switches on the rear of the GP, next to the CF card slot. If you turn
on the dip switch No. 1 and then connect the GP power cord, the CF Memory Loader
To use the CF Memory Loader Tool, it must be previously saved to the CF

card. Create the CF Memory Loader Tool on your PC with GP-PRO/PBIII and
transfer it to the CF card in the GP unit before using this program.
Dip Switches
1234
OFF
CF Card
Turn on Switch No.1
Rear of GP
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4) Backing up Screen (Uploading Screen Data)
Upload (from GP to CF card)

This feature is to save all of the GP data (i.e. system program, communication protocol,
extension program, screen data, and backup SRAM data) to a CF card.
i. Select [UPLOAD] and the following Upload screen will appear.
ii. Enter a password from the keypad.
Enter the password that you have registered on the [Transfer] window of GP-PRO/
PB III. If you have not registered one, touch , and data upload will start.
iii. Touch , and data upload will start.
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5) Upload Status
Once upload starts, the Upload Status screen will appear.
i. Status 1
The message "NOW TRANSFERRING DATA PLEASE WAIT" will appear. If an error is
detected during uploading, an error message will appear.
ii. Status 2
The upload status information will be displayed with the following data.
- Creating Data (GP Internal Data)
- Read from FEPROM Data (i.e. system program, communication protocol,
expansion program, and screen data)
- Read from Backup SRAM Data
Upload status is displayed by blocks. One block indicates 64 KB.
iii. Status Bar

The status bar show the progress of the upload.
iv. Return
Touching this bottom returns to the Initialize screen.
- Performing Upload completely overwrites backup data in the CF card.
- Use a CF card (16 MB or more) made by Digital Electronics Corporation.

Product Name Model Number
CF Card (16 MB) GP070-CF20
- The CF Memory Loader Tool function is available with the GP2000 series only.
- Confirm that the CF card access lamp on the rear of the GP unit is turned
off before inserting/removing the CF card. Otherwise, data in the CF card may be
damaged or lost.
- While a CF card is being accessed, do not disconnect the GP power cord, reset the
GP unit, or insert/remove the CF card.
"GP-PRO/PBIII for W indows Operation Manual" (supplied with the Screen Editor)
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(4) CF Card
a. Precautions for use of CF card
CF Card Precautions
- Use a CF card manufactured by Digital Electronics Corporation. Multi Unit's
performance cannot be guaranteed when using another manufacturer's CF card.
- Be sure to follow the instructions given below to prevent data in a CF card from
being destroyed or a CF card malfunction from occurring:
- Do not bend the CF card.
- Do not drop or strike the CF card against another object.
- Keep the CF card dry.
- Do not touch the CF card connectors.
- Do not disassemble or modify the CF card.
A CF card has a data overwrite limit of approximately 100,000 times. Be sure to back up all
the CF card data regularly to another storage media. (100,000 times assumes the overwriting
of 500 KB of data in the DOS format.)
By inserting a CF card adapter with a CF card attached into the PC card slot on the PC, you
can open file stored in the CF card. However, data may not be able to open depending on the
PCs. Digital Electronics Corporations offers the operation test result list. If you have any
inquiry about this, please contact your local Pro-face office.
If your PC is not equipped with a PC card slot, use a commercial PC card reader or CF card
reader. The following card reader have been confirmed its operation. Operation of
communication between a PC and a CF card reader has been confirmed using a PC/AT
compatible, however, the operation is not confirmed by not all PC/AC compatible. Please
contact the manufacturer of the PC card reader or CF card reader if you have any inquiry.
Manufacturer Model Type Connection Method

I-O DATA DEVICE, INC. CardDock-CF/P Parallel Port
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b. Installing Multi Unit
 GP377R Multi Unit
Install a Multi Unit to the GP unit by following the procedures below.
Prior to Installation of Multi Unit

Confirm that the GP power is off. Otherwise, it can cause an electric shock.
i. Tear off the sticker from the GP expansion connector.
Prior to attaching the Multi Unit to the GP, be sure to connect the GP
power cord to the GP unit. The power cord cannot be connected to the
GP unit after the Multi Unit is installed.
ii. Secure the Multi Unit in place with its four attachment screws and their washers.
(tightening torque: 0.5 to 0.6 Nm)
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 Multi Unit S / Multi Unit E
Install a Multi Unit to the GP77R by following the procedures below.
Prior to Installation of Multi Unit

- Confirm that the GP power is off. Otherwise, it can cause an electric shock.
- Be sure not to touch the internal face of the circuit board of the Multi Unit.
- Be sure to wear gloves when installing the Multi Unit to the GP unit.
i. Disconnect the GP power cord.
ii. Unscrew the two cover attachment screws on the rear cover of the GP unit, and remove the
rear cover.
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iii. Insert the guide tabs of the Multi Unit into the guide slots. Do not touch the panel contact area and
the panel contact copper spring.
Be sure to install the unit so that the mounting face of the circuit board on it comes inward.
Bottom of Multi Unit

Guide Tabs
Panel Contact Area
Guide Slot
Panel Contact Copper Spring
iv. Hold the GP unit and attach the Multi Unit to it.
Be sure that the unit is seated correctly in place, so that no gaps remain between the GP and the
Multi Unit.
Multi Unit
Attachment
Screw
v. Screw the attachment screws and secure the Multi Unit to the GP unit.
Attachment
Screws
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c. Inserting/Removing CF Card
When using the Multi Unit and a CF card, be sure to observe the following cautions.
- Prior to insertion or removal of a CF card, be sure to turn off the CF card access
switch and confirm that the lamp is off. Otherwise, data in the CF card may be
destroyed.
GP unit, or remove and insert the CF card. If you wish to perform these operations,
create an application screen that disables the access to the CF card.
"GP-PRO/PBIII for W indows Operation Manual"

- Prior to insertion of a CF card, confirm the face of the card is up and the connector
position is proper. If the CF card is inserted with its orientation incorrect, the CF
card, its internal data, and multi unit may be destroyed.
- Be sure to back up all the CF card data regularly.
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 GP377R Multi Unit
< Inserting CF Card>

i. Unscrew the maintenance cover and open.
ii. Turn off the CF card access switch and confirm the LED lamp is off.
iii. Confirm that the orientation of the CF card is correct;
that the letters "CF Card" are facing up and the small alignment triangle is on the top left corner.
iv. Insert the CF card completely into the insertion slot until the eject button is pushed out.
v. Turn on the CF card access switch.
vi. Close the maintenance cover and screw it.
Maintenance Cover
CF Card Access Switch

Screw on
Maintenance Cover Eject Button
<Removing CF Card>
i. Unscrew the maintenance cover and open.
ii. Turn off the CF card access switch and confirm the LED lamp is off.
iii. Press the eject button.
iv. Pull out the CF card in a straight line.
v. Close the maintenance cover and screw it.
Maintenance Cover
CF Card Access Switch

Screw on
Maintenance Cover Eject Button
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 Multi Unit S
<Inserting CF Card>
i. Turn off the CF card access switch and confirm that the LED lamp is off.
ii. Unscrew the cover. (I)
iii. Open the cover. (II)
iv. Insert the CF card. (III)
v. Push the card in until the eject button is pushed out. (IV)
vi. Close the cover. (V)
vii. Screw the cover. (VI)
viii. Turn on the CF card access switch.
I, VI
Cover
II
V
CF Card
Eject Button
III
IV
<Removing CF Card>
iv. Push the eject button. (III)
v. Pull out the CF card in a straight line. (IV)
Cover I, VI
CF Card II
IV
III
Eject Button
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 Multi Unit E
<Inserting CF Card>
iv. Insert the CF card. (III)
v. Push the card in until the eject button is pushed out. (IV)
viii. Turn on the CF card access switch.
CF Card
II, V
III
I, IV IV
Eject Button
Cover
<Removing CF Card>
iv. Push the eject button. (III)
v. Pull out the CF card in a straight line. (IV)
CF Card
II, V
IV
III
I, VI
Eject Button
Cover
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 GP2000 Series
< Inserting CF Card>

Insert a CF card in the GP unit by following the procedures below.
(The illustrations below show the procedures for the GP-2500T/GP-2600T. However, these
procedures are also the same for the GP-2400T.)
(1) Slide the CF card cover to the direction of

the arrow shown on the cover, then upward
to open the cover.
(2) Insert a CF card into the CF card slot until

the eject button pops out.
(3) Close the CF card cover in reverse of the

procedure of opening it.
(4) Confirm that the CF card access LED lamp

has turned on.
<Removing CF Card>
Simply reverse the steps shown in the previous "Inserting CF Card" explanation.
Prior to removing the CF card, confirm that the CF card access LED lamp has turned off.
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When using the Multi Unit and a CF card, be sure to observe the following cautions.
- Prior to insertion or removal of a CF card, be sure to turn off the CF card access
switch and confirm that the lamp is off. Otherwise, data in the CF card may be
destroyed.
GP unit, or remove and insert the CF card. If you wish to perform these operations,
create an application screen that disables the access to the CF card.
"GP-PRO/PBIII for W indows Tag Reference Manual"

- Prior to insertion of a CF card, confirm the face of the card is up and the connector
position is proper. If the CF card is inserted with its orientation incorrect, the CF
card, its internal data, and multi unit may be destroyed.
- Be sure to back up all the CF card data regularly.
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[2] Deinstallation
This section explains how to deinstall the GP unit.
1) Turn off the facility power.

　　　
2) Disconnect the communication cable (C), the printer cable (D), and the AUX cable (B).
* Some models don't have these connections.
3) Confirm that the power is not supplied to the GP unit and disconnect the power cable (A).
To avoid an electric shock, be sure that the power is not supplied when disconnecting the
power cable.
GP-47* type
A: Power Input Terminal Block
Connects the power cable and the FG.
B: AUX I/O Interface

Used for touch switch output, system alarm
A B C D E output, buzzer output, RUN output, remote
reset, etc.
GP-57* type
C: Serial Interface
Used for the RS-232C and RS-422 cables.
Connects to the Host PLC.
D: Printer Interface
Connects the printer.
A B C D E
E: Tool Connector
Connects the data transfer cable, bar code
GP-27*/GP37* type reader, and memory loader.
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GP-250*/260* type
A D C E
GP-240* type
A C E
4) Unscrew four installation fasteners on the back of the panel.
　　 Please be careful not to fall down the GP unit after removing the fasteners.
a. Unscrew the fasteners with a screwdriver.
Panel
GP
b. Push the fasteners to the front.
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c. Remove the fasteners.
5) Remove the GP unit from the front of the panel.

　　　　　
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[3] Installation
This section explains how to install the GP unit.
<Installation Gasket>
It is strongly recommended that you use the installation gasket, since it absorbs vibration in addition
to repelling water.
Place the GP unit on a level surface with the display panel facing downward. Check that the GP
unit's installation gasket is seated securely into the gasket's groove, which runs around the perimeter
of the panel frame.
For the details about installing a gasket, 　　　　2-1-2 Installation Gasket
- Before installing the GP unit into a cabinet or panel, check that the installation gasket is
securely attached to the unit.
- An installation gasket which has been used for a long period of time may have scratches
or dirt on it, and could have lost much of its water resistance. Be sure to change the
gasket at least once a year, or when scratches or dirt becomes visible.
* For purchasing an installation gasket, please contact your local Pro-face office .
1) Insert the GP unit into the front of the panel cutout .

Panel
Side
of GP
2) Secure the unit to the back of the panel with installation fasteners .
a. Insert the installation fasteners into the insertion slots, at the top and the bottom of the
GP unit.
Installation Fastener
Slot
Top and Bottom
Hook
of GP
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b. Pull the fasteners back.
c. Screw the fasteners with a screwdriver. The appropriate tightening torque for securing
waterproofing is 0.5 to 0.6 Nm.
Panel
GP
▼
▲
Do not use too much force, since it may damage the GP unit.
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3) Connect the power cord.
- To avoid an electric shock, be sure that the power is not supplied when connecting the
power cable.
- Models with "-24" such as GP477R-EG41-24VP, GP577R-TC41-24VP, GP2600-TC41-
24V are designed to use only with DC24V power. Using any other level of power can
damage both the power supply and the GP unit.
- Since a GP unit is not equipped with the power switch, be sure to connect a breaker type
power switch to the GP power cable.
- Be sure to ground the FG terminal of the GP unit. Failure to do so can lead to an electrical
shock or a GP malfunction.
 Medium-sized models with DC24V power

To connect a power cable, please follow the steps.
a. Confirm that the GP power cable is not plugged into the power supply.
b. Remove the terminal strip's clear plastic cover.
c. Unscrew three screws on the power terminal block, position the ring terminals on them and screw
them again. (Check each wire to make sure the connections are correct.)
d. Reattach the terminal strip's clear plastic cover.
An appropriate tightening torque is 0.5

to 0.6 Nm. Rear of GP
+ - FG
Ring Terminal +
-
FG
Power Terminal Block
 Large-sized models with AC100V power
Rear of GP-47* type Rear of GP-57* type
L N FG
L N FG

Ring Terminal
GP-250*/260* type
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 GP47* type, GP57* type, GP240* type, GP250*/260* type with DC24V
Rear of GP-477R Rear of GP-577R
+ - FG
+ - FG or
Ring Terminal
Rear of GP-240* type Rear of GP-250*/260* type
Connect a power cable by following the procedures below.

a. Confirm that the GP power cable is not plugged into the power supply.
b. Remove the terminal strip's clear plastic cover.
c. Unscrew three screws on the power terminal block, position the ring terminals on them and screw
them again.
- Check each wire to make sure the connections are correct.
- An appropriate tightening torque is 0.5 to 0.6 Nm.
- Position the positive electrode and the negative electrode correctly. Otherwise, the GP
unit may be damaged.
4) Connect the communication cable (C), the printer cable (D), and the AUX cable (B).
* Some models don't have these connections.
　　　
5) Confirm that each connection does not have any errors before you turn on the power.
* Check if the GP unit displays screen data.
　　
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[4] Screen Data Download
This section explains how to download backup data to a GP unit.
Refer to the section [1] Screen Data Backup for the procedures up to screen data transfer.
(1) Downloading Screen Data with Screen Editor (GP-PRO/PBIII for Windows)
Send screen data from GP-PRO/PBIII to a GP unit to display created screen data on the GP
screen.
Bit switches with "Monitor" checked, toggle switches, lamps, picture display, etc. will not
be displayed if the GP unit is not connected to a device/PLC when the screen data are
transferred to the GP unit.
i. Select a project.
Click on the Project Manager and select the uploaded project file.
ii. Select [Transfer] from the [Project] menu on the Project Manager, or click .
If the currently open project file has not yet been saved in the step (ii), you will be
asked if you wish to save the file.
If the currently edited screen has not been saved on the Drawing Board, you will be
asked if you wish to save the screen data before transfer.
Keep the GP unit in the Screen Data Transfer mode or the Run mode. However, for the GP-
377 series, GP77R series, and GP2000 series, be sure to select the Screen Data Transfer
mode when "Internal 2-Port Feature" is set on the GP unit.
GP Series User Manual (sold separately): Chapter 5 Initializing the GP
To cancel data transfer, click .
Data transfer will be canceled automatically when the GP internal memory gets insufficient.
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1 ) Transfer Settings
 Transfer Settings
Select [Transfer Settings] from the Setup menu or click . The transfer settings dialog box will
appear.
Specify whether or not to Specify whether or not to Select the serial port to be used
transfer the GP system transfer the upload information for connec ting w ith a data
screen information when to be required when receiving transfer cable.
transferring data to the GP data from the GP unit. Select the maximum number
unit. of transfer retries.
Transfers filing data to a CF Select the transfer speed.

card.
T ag R ef er en c e Transfers data by Ethernet
Manual
communication.
4.7 Using CF Card
Specify the IP address and
Tran sfers data tran sfer th e p o rt n um b er o f t h e
CSV data to a CF card. destination GP unit.
T ag R ef er en c e
Manual T ran sfers d ata to all o r
4.7 Using CF Card
selected GP units in the
n etwo rk b y Eth ern et
Select the transfer method.
communication.
Select the timing for the Acqu ires the IP add ress
preparation and execution automatically.
of the transfer.
Transfers data from GP-
Select the setup mode.
PRO/PBIII to Memory Loader
Select the setup CFG file. II.
S en d s th e simu latio n Allows you to select data (CSV Display,

protocol to the GP unit. File Manager Display, popup keypads)
G P - P R O / P B I I I f or to be sent to the GP unit. Reduces the
W indows O peration overall data size and speeds up data
Manual
transfer.
8.1 Overview
Upload information must be included to receive screen data from the GP unit. Even if the
memory in the GP unit is insufficient to include the upload information, screen data without
[Upload Information] still can be transferred from your PC to the GP unit. However, if you
transfer screen data with [Upload Information] unchecked, your PC will not be able to
receive screen data from the GP unit.
 Communication Port
Select the serial port to connect the transfer cable, the transfer speed, and the maximum
number of transfer retries.
If the type of your GP unit is in the GP-377 series, GP77R series, or GP2000 series, the
baud rate must be 115.2K bps or slower.
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 Transfer Method
Send All Screens

Transfers all screen data in a project file to the GP unit.
Automatically Send Changed Screens

Any screens that have been updated in the current project file are automatically transferred to the GP
unit. This transfer method is only effective when screens have been previously transferred to the GP
unit.
When "Automatically Send Changed Screens" is selected, screens that have been deleted,
not just updated, from the project file in the GP-PRO/PB III will not be automatically deleted
from the project file stored in the GP unit. To completely replace all screens of the project file
stored in the GP unit, be sure to select "Send All Screens". However, the data on the CF
card is not deleted even if "Send All Screens" is selected. To delete data from a CF card,
please initialize it.
Multi Unit User Manual
Send User Selected Screens

Specify the screen type to transfer screen data to the GP unit if the project file to be transferred and
the project file used on the GP unit are the same.
- Filing data, log data, and sound data cannot be specified when transferring.
To select two screens or more, click the names of the desired screens while holding down the
Ctrl key.
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 Setup
Automatic Setup
Setup operation is performed if necessary, according to the GP status. Normally, select this setup
mode.
Force System Setup

Setup operation is performed every time screen data is transferred, regardless of he GP status.
Do NOT Perform Setup

Setup operation is not performed, and only screen data is transferred.
Setup CFG file

This is the file storing the setup information. Normally, you need not use this setup mode.
If you select "English" and perform setup, the Offline screen of the GP unit will be displayed in English.
If you change from Japanese to English or vice versa, be sure to specify [Force System
Setup] and perform the transfer.
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iii. Select [Send] from the [Transfer] menu or click to transfer screen data.
If the currently open project file has not been prepared for data transfer, or the project file
has not been compiled, then the system automatically compiles the project file before
transferring it to the GP unit.
To transfer screen data to the GP unit for the first time, set up (*1) the GP unit first, and
then transfer the screen data. the number of screens transferred is displayed in the transfer
status.
If the device/PLC type of a screen or a project file to be transferred is different from the
screen type existing in the GP unit, the following message will appear. W hen you click the
button, the system starts setup operation, and then transfers the screen
data.
After setup is completed, the GP screen is automatically switched to the Offline mode.
Check the settings the Initialize screens and adjust settings as required.
*1: To "set up the GP unit" means to download the system program or protocol program from
GP-PRO/PB III to the GP unit so that the GP unit can operate in the specified environment.
iv. After screen data transfer is completed, select [Exit] from the [Transfer] menu,
or click .
W hen you transfer screen data to a GP unit with SRAM loaded, backup data will
be deleted.
Do not turn off the PC or the GP unit, nor disconnect the transfer cable during screen
data transfer. This can cause an error when the GP unit starts up.
In case that you find any operational error after transferring screen data, it could be an
error in installed data (system program, protocol program, screen data, etc.).
You can recover from this error by transferring backup data by Force System Setup.
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(2) Downloading Screen Data with CF Card
Write data uploaded from a CF card into a GP unit. (from CF card to GP internal memory)
Refer to the section [1] Screen Data Backup for the procedures up to screen data transfer.
i. Select [SCREEN DATA TRANSFER] in the GP offline mode.
Confirm that a CF card is inserted

before operation. If your GP unit does
not have a CF card interface, please
attach a Multi Unit on it and insert a
CF card.
ii. Select [COPY FROM CF CARD].
If you copy data from a CF card, data saved in the backup SRAM will be all deleted.
If the protocol downloaded to the copy destination GP unit is different from one set for the
copy source backup file, an error message "Obj. PLC has not been setup" will appear. Be
sure those protocols are the same when you copy a backup file.
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iii. Enter a password from a numeric keypad.
IV. Touch the button to start copying from a CF card.
Enter "1101" which is the common password, one that you have set in the GP Settings
window of the Screen Editor, or one that you have set in the GP offline mode.
Do not turn off the GP power or reset the GP unit during copying to a CF card.
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(3) Downloading Screen Data with CF Memory Loader Tool
The CF Memory Loader Tool function allows you to download screen data from a CF card to the
GP unit. (available with GP2000 series only)
 Procedures
This section explains the flow of the basic operations to upload data to a CF card using the
CF Memory Loader Tool.
Create system boot data in a CF card
Starting CF Memory Loader Tool on the GP screen
Start downloading
1) Creating System Boot Data of CF Card

or click .
ii. Select [Create system boot data of CF card] from the [Transfer] menu, or click .
The CF Memory Loader Tool (Ipl.sys, AMld****.sys, AGpbackup.inf) will then be created
in the CF card data output folder. 　　　　　　　　
The "****" code in the above file name "Mld****.sys" will vary according to the GP
model.
GP Type GP Code GP Type GP Code

GP2300L 2252 GP2400T 2261
GP2300T 2256 GP2500T 2266
GP2301L 2250 GP2501T 2267
GP2301S 2251 GP2600T 2276
* To save data in a CF card, you need to specify the location, the CF card data output
folder, to save the data in temporarily in the project file first. If image screen data,
sound data, or filing data are set and you specify "CF card" for the save-in location,
these data will be output into the CF card data output folder specified here.
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2) Sending System Boot Data to CF Card
or click .
ii. Click [Send system boot data to CF card] from the [Transfer] menu, or click .
The CF Memory Loader Tool in the CF card data output folder will be downloaded to the
CF card.
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3) Starting CF Memory Loader Tool
There are two methods for starting this program via a CF card.
i. Touch the top right corner (1) of the screen while touching the bottom right corner (2).
Touch the bottom left corner (3) with keeping other 2 points touched. And then touch
[CF BOOT] in the menu bar, the GP unit will be reset once and the CF Memory Loader
You need to transf er the CF
Memory Loader Tool to the CF
card before starting the program.
ii. You can use the dip switches on the rear of the GP, next to the CF card slot. If you turn
on the dip switch No. 1 and then connect the GP power cord, the CF Memory Loader
To use the CF Memory Loader Tool, it must be previously saved to the CF

card. Therefore, be sure to create the CF Memory Loader Tool on your PC
with GP-PRO/PBIII and transfer it to the CF card in the GP unit before using
this program.
Dip Switches
1234
OFF
CF Card
Turn on Switch No.1
Rear of GP
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4) Downloading Screen Data
Download (from CF Card to GP)

This feature is to write the backup data saved in a CF card to the GP internal memory.
i. Select [DOW NLOAD] and the following Download screen will appear.
ii. Enter a password from the keypad.
Enter the password that you have registered on the [Transfer] window of GP-PRO/
PB III. If you have not registered one, touch , and data download will start.
iii. Touch , and data download will start.
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5) Download Status
Once download starts, the Download Status screen will appear.
i. Status 1
The message "NOW TRANSFERRING DATA PLEASE WAIT" will appear. If an error is
detected during downloading, an error message will appear.
ii. Status 2
The download status information will be displayed with the following data.
- Creating Data (GP Internal Data)
- Read from FEPROM Data (i.e. system program, communication protocol,
expansion program, and screen data)
- Read from Backup SRAM Data
Upload status is displayed by blocks. One block indicates 64 KB.
iii. Status Bar

The status bar show the progress of the upload.
iv. Return
Touching this bottom returns to the Initialize screen.
- Performing Upload completely overwrites backup data in the CF card.

- Use a CF card (16 MB or more) made by Digital Electronics Corporation.
Product Name Model Number
- The CF Memory Loader Tool function is available with the GP2000 series only.
- Confirm that the CF card access lamp on the rear of the GP unit is turned off before
inserting/removing the CF card. Otherwise, data in the CF card may be damaged or
lost.
GP unit, or insert/remove the CF card.
"GP-PRO/PBIII for W indows Operation Manual" (supplied with the Screen Editor)
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2. Maintenance
This chapter explains cautions and inspection criteria that will ensure trouble-free use of the
GP unit.
[1] Regular Cleaning

(1) Cleaning Display
When the surface or the frame of the display becomes dirty, soak a soft cloth in water
with a neutral detergent, wring the cloth tightly, and wipe the display.
- Do not use paint thinner, organic solvents, or a strong acid compound to

clean the unit.
- Do not use hard or pointed objects to operate the touch screen panel, since
it can damage the panel surface.
(2) Installation Gasket

An installation gasket provides protection against dust and moisture.
An installation gasket which has been used for a long period of time may
have scratches or dirt on it, and could have lost much of its water resistance.
Be sure to change the gasket at least once a year, or when scratches or dirt
become visible.
 Replacing Installation Gasket

Large-sized models (GP-47* / 57* type)
i. Each of the corners of the GP unit has four ribs that hold the installation gasket in
place. Push the gasket into the side of the GP unit so that it is held by all four ribs.
- The gasket is flexible, but not elastic, and may tear if stretched too far. Do not
stretch the gasket around the ribs, only push.
- Be sure the gasket's seam is not inserted into any of the unit's corners, only in
the straight sections of the groove. Inserting it into a corner may lead to its
eventually tearing.
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The installation gasket has two
grooves. Set the gasket into the
GP's groove so that the gasket's
grooves come on the top and the
bottom.
ii. Set the gasket into three other corners.
- The gasket must be inserted correctly into the groove for the GP's moisture
resistance.
- The upper surface of the gasket should protrude approximately 2.0 mm out
from the groove. Be sure to check that the gasket is correctly inserted before
installing the GP unit into a panel.
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Large-sized models (GP2000 Series)
The installation gasket has
two grooves. Set the gasket
into the GP's groove so that
the gasket's grooves come on
the top and the bottom.
resistance.
eventually tearing.
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Medium-sized models (GP-27*/37* type)
i. Each of the corners of the GP unit has four ribs that hold the installation gasket in the
places. Push the gasket into the side of the GP unit so that it is held by all four ribs.
- The gasket is flexible, but not elastic, and may tear if stretched too far. Do not
stretch the gasket around the ribs, only push.
eventually tearing.
Insert the gasket into the

groove so that the longer
surfaces are on vertical
sides.
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ii. Set the gasket into three other corners.
resistance.
- The upper surface of the gasket should protrude approximately 1.5mm out
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Medium-sized models (GP2000 Series)
The installation gasket has two
grooves. Set the gasket into
the GP's groove so that the
gasket's grooves come on the
top and the bottom.
resistance.
eventually tearing.
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[3] Backlight Replacement
(1) Backlight-replaceable models
The GP models that can be replaced by users are listed below.
Backlight-replaceable models
Replaceable/ Backlight Life

Model Remark
Not Replaceable (H)
GP-270L/S Replaceable 20000
GP-H70L/S Not Replaceable 25000 Required to be replaced by Repair Center
GP-470E －－ EL display is used for the display device
GP-570S/57JS Replaceable 20000
GP-570T/571T Replaceable 20000
GP-377RT Not Replaceable 50000 Required to be replaced by Repair Center
GP-477RE －－ EL display is used for the display device
GP-577RS Replaceable 25000
GP-577RT Replaceable 40000
GP-675T (Rev. A) Not Replaceable 25000 Required to be replaced by Repair Center
GP-675T (Rev. B or later) Replaceable 25000
GP-675S Replaceable 25000
GP-675T（ CE/UL） Replaceable 50000
GP-2300T Not Replaceable 50000 Required to be replaced by Repair Center
GP-2300L Replaceable 50000
GP2301S/L Replaceable 50000
GP2301HL/S Not Replaceable 50000 Required to be replaced by Repair Center
GP2401HT Not Replaceable 50000 Required to be replaced by Repair Center
GP-2400T Replaceable 50000
GP-2501T/S Replaceable 50000
(2) Backlight Replacement Procedures by models

To change the backlight, please refer to the pages corresponding to your GP unit model.
- GP-70L/S P2-10 to 11 - GP-370L/S P2-12 to 13
- GP-570T P2-14 to 15 - GP-377L/S P2-16 to 17
- GP-577RS P2-18 to 21 - GP-577RT/2500T P2-22 to 25
- GP-675T P2-26 to 27 - GP-675S P2-28 to 29
- GP-675T(CE/UL) P2-30 to 31 - GP-2600T P2-32 to 33
- GP-2300L/GP-2301S/L P2-34 to 37 - GP-2501S P2-38 to 41
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- When changing the backlight, be sure the power has been turned off.
- Be sure to use gloves to prevent injury since the unit may be still hot.
- When the unit is still on, high voltage runs through the backlight area. DO NOT
TOUCH.
- To prevent from an electric shock, do not remove the inner face cover when
replacing the backlight.
- Right after turning of the power, the unit and the backlight are still very hot.
After backlight replacement, make sure that the GP screens operate correctly. If
any problem occurs, contact your local GP distributor.
Replacing Backlight on GP270L/S
Please make sure that you have the correct backlight for your GP unit.
GP Type Backlight Model No.

GP270-LG**-24
GP270-BL00-MS
GP270-SC**-24
 Preparation
- Replacement backlight
for GP-270: GP270-BL00-MS
- Phillips screwdriver: No.2 for rear cover attachment screws
- One pair of clean cotton gloves
Also a small container for placing the attachment screws may help to prevent them
from being lost or misplaced.
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Change the backlight by following the procedures below. Be sure to wear gloves when
changing the backlight.
i. Turn off the power to the GP unit.
ii. Disconnect the power cord. (Fig. A)
iii. Unscrew two screws at the top of the unit's back with a screwdriver. (Fig. B)
iv. Open the rear cover of the GP unit half way and unplug the backlight power
connector. Do not remove the internal cover. (Fig. C)
v. Push the backlight lock tab rightward and the remove the backlight. (Fig. D)
Do not move the backlight lock tab back to the left while the backlight is
removed.
vi. Insert a new backlight and plug the backlight power connector.
vii. Insert the guides into the slots, reattach the rear cover, and secure it with attachment
screws. Be careful not to get the connector wiring caught between the front and rear
covers. (Fig. E)
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Replacing Backlight on GP-370L/S

GP370-LG**
GP370-BL00-MS
GP370-SC**
 Preparation
for GP-370: GP370-BL00-MS
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ii. Disconnect the power cable. (Fig. A)
iii. Unscrew two screws on the top face of the unit with a screw driver. Then open the
top face half way while pressing down the center of it (Fig. B)
iv. Unplug the backlight connector. Do not remove the internal cover. (Fig. C)
v. Move the hook rightward, and remove the backlight. (Fig. D)
Do not move the hook back to the left while the backlight is removed.
vi. Insert a new backlight and plug the backlight connector.
vii. Insert the clips into the slots, reattach the rear cover, and secure it with attachment
screws. Be careful not to get the connector wiring caught between the front and rear
covers. (Fig. E)
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Replacing Backlight on GP-570T/S
Procedures to replace the backlight on GP570-TC21-** Rev A to D / GP570-TC** / GP571-

TC11 / GP570-SC** are different from those of GP570-TC21-** Rev.E or later. Please check the
followings before you replace the backlight.
GP Type Rev. Backlight Model No.

GP570-TC11 All GP570-BL00-MS
GP570-SC11 All GP570-BL00-MS
GP571-TC11 All GP570-BL00-MS
GP570-TC31-** All GP570-BL00-MS
GP570-SC31-** All GP570-BL00-MS
GP570-TC21-** A to D GP570-BL00-MS
GP570-TC21-** E or later GP577RT-BL00-MS
GP570-SC21-** All GP570-BL00-MS
If the type of your GP unit is GP570-TC21-** Rev.E or later, use the backlight
model GP577RT-BL00-MS.
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The Rev. (revision) sticker can be found on the back of the unit. The alphabet
substituted an asterisk for indicates the revision code of the GP unit.
Rev.ABCD*FGHI J
KLMNOPQRST
UVWXYZ 123
 Preparation
for GP-570: GP570-BL00-MS11
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<GP570-TC21-** Rev A to D / GP570-TC** / GP571-TC11 / GP570-SC**>
ii. Unscrew two screws on the top of the unit's back with a screwdriver.
iii. Open the cover and unplug the backlight connector.
iv. Remove the backlight.
v. Insert a new backlight in and plug the backlight connector.

vi. Insert the cover guide tabs into the slots, reattach the rear cover, and secure it with
attachment screws. Be careful not to get the connector wiring caught between the
front and rear covers.
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Replacing Backlight on GP377L/S
When the backlight burns out, the status LED lamp will turn orange.
If the "USE TOUCH PANEL AFTER BACKLIGHT BURNOUT" feature in the Offline mode is
set to [NO], touch panel operations other than the "SYSTEM RESET MODE" feature will
be disabled. *1
A long-life typed CCFL is used for the backlight. The actual service life of the backlight,
however, will vary depending on the GP's operating conditions, and replacement may be
required.

GP377-LG11-24V
GP377L/S-BL00-MS
GP377-SC11-24V
*1: If the "SYSTEM RESET MODE" feature is set to [OFF], all of the touch panel
operations will be disabled.
 Preparation
for GP-377: GP377L/S-BL00-MS11
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i. Turn off the power to the GP unit and

disconnect the power cable from the
power terminal.
ii. Unscrew two attachment screws on the top

of the GP unit.
iii. Open the GP unit pushing the fastening

clip on the top.
iv. Unplug the backlight power connector from

the inverter board.
Do not pull the cord.
v. Push the backlight lock tab to the right,

pull it upward, and remove the backlight.
vi. Insert a new backlight and slide it into

place until the lock tab snaps.
vii. Plug the backlight power connector

to the inverter board.
viii. Insert two hooks into the guide slots and

close the rear cover. Be sure that the
panel unit connector and the rear cover
connector are securely connected.
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Replacing Backlight on GP-577RS
required.
The backlights are sold separately as repair parts.

Change the backlights correctly by following procedures described in the next pages.

GP577R-SC11 GP577RS-BL00-MS
- This GP unit has two backlights; one at the top and the other at the bottom.
When replacing the backlights, be sure to replace both of them.
- Do not allow water, oil, and fingerprints to be remain on the tube, since they
can all reduce the backlight's life.
* The backlights are very fragile. Do not touch the glass tube directly or try
to remove its power cord. If the glass tube breaks, you may be insured.
 Preparation
- One pair of replacement backlights
for GP-577RS: GP577RS-BL00-MS
- Phillips screwdrivers: No.2 for rear cover attachment screws

No.0 for backlight unit metal cover screws
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This unit has two backlights; one at the top and the other at the bottom. The following
procedures are for changing the upper backlight. To change the lower backlight, simply
repeat the procedures shown here in the same order.
i. Turn the power to the GP unit. Unscrew two attachment screws on the back of the GP
unit.
ii. Open the rear cover.
The rear cover cannot be completely removed. If you attempt to remove it,
you may break the cover.
iii. Unplug the backlight power connector.
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iv. Unscrew attachment screws (two screws each) and remove the upper backlight unit
metal cover.
Since the attachment screws are small, be sure not to lose them or allow them
to fall inside the GP case.
v. Remove the backlight.
vi. Insert a new backlight into the backlight guide channel. Be sure that the two wires of
the power connector are correctly aligned to their respective grooves.
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vii. Put the backlight unit metal cover back and tighten the attachment screws (two
screws each) to secure it.
viii. Plug the backlight power connector.
ix. Close the rear cover and secure it with the attachment screws.
- Make sure any of the internal wiring is not pinched between covers when
closing the case.
- If any of the screws is missing, check if it has not fallen inside the GP unit.
If the power is turned on while a screw is inside, it may cause an accident or
fire.
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Replacing Backlight on GP-577RT/GP2500T
required.
The backlights are sold separately as repair parts.

Change the backlights correctly by following procedures described in the next pages.
GP Type Rev. Backlight Model No.

GP570-TC21-** E or later
GP577R-TC** GP577RT-BL00-MS
All
GP2500-TC**
- Do not allow water, oil, or fingerprints to be remain on the tube, since they
 Preparation
for GP-577RT: GP577RT-BL00-MS
- Phillips screwdriver: No.0 for backlight unit metal cover screws
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This unit has two backlights; one at the top and the other at the bottom. The following
procedures are for changing the upper backlight. To change the lower backlight, simply
repeat the procedures shown here in the same order.
The GP-577RT backlight's CCFL tube and housing are combined in one unit. Be
sure to change only this combined unit.
i. Turn off the power to the GP unit. Unscrew two attachment screws on the back of the GP
unit.
The rear cover cannot be completely removed. If you attempt to remove it, you
may break the cover.
iii. Unplug the backlight power connector.
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iv. Unscrew attachment screws (two screws each) and remove the upper backlight unit
metal cover.
Since the attachment screws are small, be sure not to lose them or allow them
to fall inside the GP case.
v. Remove the backlight.
vi. Insert a new backlight.
The upper backlight and the lower backlight are different.

Make sure that the backlight you are replacing is the correct unit by looking at
the side of the backlight connector.
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vii. Insert three positioning tabs of the backlight unit cover into the positioning slots and
tighten the attachment screws to secure it.
viii. Plug the backlight power connector.
ix. Close the rear cover and secure it with the attachment screws.
- Make sure any of the internal wiring is not pinched between covers when
closing the case.
- If any of the screws is missing, check if it has not fallen inside the GP unit.
If the power is turned on while a screw is inside, it may cause an accident or
fire.
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Replacing Backlight on GP-675T
If your GP is the GP-675T and its revision code is B or later, you may replace the
backlight by following the procedures below.

GP675-TC11 GP675T-BL00-MS
The procedures to replace the backlights on this unit are different from
those of GP675-TC41-24VP or GP-675S.
The Rev. (revision) sticker can be found on the back of the unit. The alphabet
substituted an asterisk for indicates the revision code of the GP unit.
Rev.ABCD*FGHI J
KLMNOPQRST
UVWXYZ 123
 Preparation
for GP-675T: GP675T-BL00-MS
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Change the backlight by following the procedures below.
iii. Unscrew four attachment screws on the back of the GP unit and open the rear cover.
(Fig. B)
iv. The backlights are fixed to the TFT unit with screws. (Fig.B)
v. Unscrew the attachment screws. (Fig. C, D)
vi. Unplug the connector from the inverter circuit board. (Fig. E)
vii. Remove the backlight. (Fig. E)
viii. Insert a new backlight and plug the connector into the inverter circuit board.
ix. As the GP has tow backlights; one at the top and the other at the bottom, replace the
other backlight by following the steps v to viii.
x. Close the rear cover. Do not pinch the connector.
xi. Screw the rear cover with four attachment screws. (Fig. F)
(A) (B)
(D)
(C) (E)
(E) (F)
重要
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Replacing Backlight on GP-675S
The procedures to replace the backlights are described below.

GP675-SC11 GP675S-BL00-MS
those of GP-675T.
 Preparation
for GP-675S: GP675S-BL00-MS
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
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(Fig. B, C)
iv. Unplug the connector from the inverter circuit board. (Fig. D)
v. Push up the connector clip with your fingers. (Fig. E, F)
vi. Slide the backlight to the left and remove it. (Fig. G, H)
vii. Insert a new backlight and plug the connector into the inverter circuit board.
viii. As the GP unit has two backlights; one at the top and one at the bottom, replace
the other backlight by following the steps iv to vii. (Fig. C)
ix. Close the rear cover. Do not pinch the connector.
x. Screw the rear cover with four attachment screws. (Fig. I)
(A) (B) (C)
(D) (E)
(F) (G) (H)
(I)
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Replacing Backlight on GP-675T (CE/UL)
GP Type Backlignt Model No.

GP675-TC41-24VP GP675T-BL10-MS
those of GP675-TC11 or GP-675S.
 Preparation
for GP-675T (CE/UL): GP675T-BL10-MS
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ii. Disconnect the power cable. (Fig. A)
(Fig. B)
iv. A backlight unit is fixed with two screws. Unscrew the backlight unit. (Fig. C)
v. Unplug the connector from the inverter circuit board. (Fig. D)
vi. Slide the backlight in the direction of the arrorw "a", then remove the backlight in the
direction of the arrow "b". (Fig. E)
vii. Insert a new backlight and plug the connector into the inverter circuit board.
viii. As the GP unit has two backlights, replace the other backlight as well by following the
steps iv to vii. (Fig. C, D, E)
ix. Tighten the backlight unit attachment screws.
x. Close the rear cover. Do not pinch the connector.
xi. Screw the rear cover with four attachment screws. (Fig. F)
(A) (B) (C) (D)
(E) (F)
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Replacing Backlight on GP-2600T (CE/UL)

GP2600-TC** PS600-BU00
- When replacing the backlight, be sure to use the correct model

backlight. (model no.: PS600-BU00)
- Do not allow water, oil, or fingerprints to remain on the tube, since
they can all reduce the backlight life.
 Preparation
- One replacement backlight
for GP-2600T: PS600-BU00
- Phillips screw driver: No.2 for rear cover attachment screws

No.0 for backlight attachment screws
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Disconnect the power cable.
Remove three interface covers on
the back of the GP unit, and unscrew
seven rear attachment screws.
- Since the attachment screws are

small, be sure not to lose them or
allow them to fall inside the GP case.
- Do not break the alignment tabs

on the rear cover when you open it.
iii. Unscrew the three attachment screws.
iv. Open the circuit board.
A hot circuit board chassis can burn you.

Be sure the chassis has cooled
completely prior to replacing the backlight.
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v. Unplug the backlight power connectors.
vi. Loosen the backlig ht unit attachm ent

screw. The screw cannot be taken out of the
backlight unit.
Slide the backlight unit leftward and remove
it from the GP unit.
vii. Insert a new backlight unit into the GP unit

sliding leftward. Screw the backlight unit
and plug the power connectors.
viii. Close the circuit board and then the rear

cover in place by reversing the procedures
in the steps i to iii.
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Replacing Backlight on GP-2300L, GP-2301L/S

GP-2300L
GP-2301L PS300-BU00
GP-2301S
 Preparation
- Two replacement backlights
for GP-2300L, GP-2301L/S: PS300-BU00
- Phillips screwdriver: No. 2 for rear cover attachment screws
- When replacing the backlight, be sure to use the correct model

backlight. (model no.: PS300-BU00)
- Do not allow water, oil, or fingerprints to remain on the tube, since they

Be sure to wear gloves when changing the backlight.
The backlight unit includes both the tube and holder. Do not attempt to separate
the two, since the unit could break and cause an injury.
i. Turn off the power to the GP

unit. Unscrew two attachment
screws at the bottom of the rear
cover with a screwdriver.
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- Since the attachment screws are small, be sure not to lose them or allow
them to fall inside the GP case.
ii. Unscrew two attachment screws on the top of the GP unit.
The attachment screws removed in the

steps (i) and (ii) are different in length.
Be sure to use the correct type of
screws when closing the case.
iii. Remove the unit's rear cover straight

up to open it.
iv. Unplug the backlight power connector

from the display module holding both
of the connector removal prongs and
pulling it gently upwards.
Do not pull the connector so strongly as to stretch or break either of the

connector wires.
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v. The upper portion of the display module
has two lock tabs. To separate the
display module from the unit's front
cover, push in on these tabs and lift the
module up slightly.
The display module cannot be completely

removed. If you attempt to remove it, you
may break the module.
vi. Press in the attachment clip while

pushing upwards.
vii. Remove the backlight unit.
viii. Insert a new backlight unit.

(simply reversing the step vii)
ix. Reattach the display module to the front

cover.
(simply reversing the step v)
x. Plug the backlight power connector into

the display module. Be sure the wires are
aligned as shown in the figure, with the
white on the right and the red on the left.
(simply reversing the step iv)
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xi. Reattach the rear cover to the front cover.
(simply reversing the steps i through iii)
- Make sure any of the internal wiring is not pinched between

covers when closing the case.
- If any of the screws is missing, check if it has not fallen inside
of the GP unit. If the power is turned on while a screw is
inside, it may cause an accident or fire.
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Replacing Backlight on GP-2501S

GP-2501S PS501S-BU00
 Preparation
- Two replacement backlights
for GP-2501S: PS501S-BU00
- Phillips screwdriver: No. 2 for rear cover attachment screws
- When replacing the backlight, be sure to use the correct model backlight.
(model no.: PS501S-BU00)
- Do not allow water, oil, or fingerprints to remain on the tube, since they can
all reduce the backlight's life.
- Be sure to protect the GP front panel surface to prevent damage.

- Dispose of the old CCFL backlights as required by ordinances or regulations
of local government.
- The backlight unit includes both the tube and holder. Do not attempt to
separate the two, since the unit could break and cause an injury.
- The upper and lower backlight units are unique and cannot be used for the
opposite side.
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Be sure to wear gloves when changing the backlight.
i. Turn off the power to GP-2501S.

Remove the three interface covers and
unscrew seven rear cover attachment
screws on the back of the GP unit.
Since the attachment screws are
small, be sure not to lose them or
allow them to fall inside the GP case.
ii. Open the rear cover pivoting four tabs

on the top of the rear cover and detach
it.
Be sure to open the cover from the
bottom of the GP unit. Attempting to
open the cover from the top of the
GP unit could break the tabs.
iii. Unscrew three circuit board chassis set

screws.
iv. Pivot the circuit board chassis open

from left to right, as shown here.
A hot circuit board chassis can burn
you. Be sure the chassis has cooled
completely prior to replacing the
backlights.
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v. Unplug the lower backlight unit power
connector from the inverter board.
vi. Push the backlight unit attachment clip

rightward to release the backlight unit.
vii. Pull the backlight unit slowly leftward to

remove from the GP unit after it is released.
viii. Insert a new lower backlight unit into the

backlight holder. Put the backlight on the
right first, then set it in the backlight holder.
- Ensure that the backlight surface and
the holder are not exposed to dust,
dirt, etc.
- Handle the replacement backlight unit
carefully, since it can be easily
damaged or broken.
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ix. Confirm that the backlight unit is securely in place and plug the backlight unit power
connector.
When replacing the backlight unit, be sure not to pinch or cut any of the
internal wires. If any wire is pinched or get cut, it could cause a fire.
x. Replace the upper backlight unit by repeating the procedures shown in the steps v
to ix.
xi. Return the circuit board chassis to its original position and reattach the rear cover
by reversing the steps i to iv.
If any of the screws is missing, check if it has not fallen inside the
GP unit. If the power is turned on while a screw is inside, it may
cause an accident or fire.
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[4] Life Span
The expected life spans of the major consumable units in a GP unit are listed below.
* The expected life spans are estimates of time to replace the unit, however, they are not
mean time to failure.
　　　
GP-270L/S
Functional Unit Expected Life (H) Remark
Service life: 1,000,000 times
Touch Panel 50000
if touched 480 times a day (once in 3 minutes)
Power Unit 50000
Backlight 20000 User-replaceable
GP-370L/S
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 50000
GP-H70L/S
Touch Panel 50000
Backlight 25000
GP-470E
Touch Panel 50000
Display Panel 50000 Period until backlight brightness decreases to 50%
Power Unit 50000
GP-570S/57JS
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 50000
GP-570T/571T
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 50000
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GP-675T
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 50000
Backlight 25000 User-replaceable if Rev. B or later
GP-675T (CE/UL)
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 50000
GP-675S
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 50000
GP-377L/S
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 50000
GP-377RT
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 50000
Backlight 50000
GP-477RE
Touch Panel 50000
Display Panel 50000 Period until backlight brightness decreases to 50%
Power Unit 50000
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GP-577RS
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 50000
GP-577RT
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 50000
GP-2400T
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 50000
GP-2500T
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 50000
GP-2600T
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 50000
GP-2301L/S
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 58000
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GP-2300T
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 58000
Backlight 50000
GP-2300L
Touch Panel 50000
Display Panel 58000
Power Unit 50000 User-replaceable
GP-2301HL/S
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit -
Backlight 50000
GP-2401HT
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit -
Backlight 50000
GP-2501S/T
Touch Panel 50000
Power Unit 55000
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3.Troubleshooting and Diagnosis
This section describes how to find and resolve problems that may occur on the GP. If
there is a problem on the PLC side, refer to the corresponding PLC manual.
[1] Troubleshooting
(1) Possible Types of Trouble
Shown below are some problems that may occur while using this unit.
1) No Display
-The screen will not display even when the unit is powered On.
-The screen disappears during RUN mode.
2) No GP/Host Communication
-The GP unit cannot extract data from the host.
-An error message may appear on the screen as a result.
For more about error 3-13 Error Messages

messages,
3) Touch Panel Does Not Respond
-The touch panel does not react when pressed.
-The reaction time is very slow.
4) OFFLINE displays During RUN Mode

-OFFLINE displays during RUN Mode.
-OFFLINE displays when the unit is powered On.
For the first three problems, see the check lists on the following pages and follow each
procedure to find/solve problems. For the last problem, a SYSTEM ERROR may have
developed while displaying the OFFLINE mode screen.
However, if no error message is displayed, but OFFLINE displays when the unit is
powered on, the top left part of the screen may have been touched within 10 seconds
after the power was turned on, or the screen may have been being touched by
something and therefore touched status may remain.
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(2) Check List
When trouble occurs, follow each check list and check each item in order.
If trouble is not solved even after remedy in each item is tried, or there's an instruction
of <H> or <S>, contact your local GP distributor or Proface office.
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(3) Troubleshooting
No Screen Display
Step Check Item OK Remedy
1 Turn Off the power.
2 Is the power cable connected properly to this Fix the power cable connection. See->Users
unit? Manual 3-2 Installation and Wiring
3 Is it using the correct power voltage? See->this textbook 2-(2) Periodic Check-Up
4 Turn On the power.
5 Is the power lamp ON? It does not turn on.-><H>
6 Does the backlight light up? (for backlight- (1) In the PLC's system data area*, if the bit of
changeable models only） Backlight OFF is ON, it does not light up. Turn the
bit OFF. See->PLC Connection Manual.
(2) If the backlight burns out, replace it. See->this
textbook 2-(3) Changing the backlight
7 Has Display OFF data been written in the Erase the OFF data. See->PLC Connection
PLC's system data area*? Manual
8 Has the data correctly transferred from the See->this textbook 1-(4) Screen Data Download
Screen Editor to the unit?
9 Turn Off the power and disconnect all the
cables except the power cable.
10 Turn On the power and perform OFFLINE.. See->Users Manual Chapter 4 OFFLINE Mode
Does OFFLINE display?
11 Go to [MAIN MENU]-[1.INITIALIZE]-[6.SET UP See->Users Manual　5-8 SET UP SCREEN
SCREEN]-[INITIAL SCREEN NO]. Has it been
set correctly?
12 Go to [MAIN MENU]-[3.SELF-DIAGNOSIS]- [Important]If this check is performed, all the screen
[4.INTERNAL FEPROM CHECK]. Is the check data inside of the unit will be lost.
OK?
See->this textbook 1-[2] Self Diagnosis
If NG,-> <H>
13 Go to [MAIN MENU]-[1.INITIALIZE]- See->Users Manual　5-6 INITIALIZE INTERNAL
[4.INITIALIZE MEMORY]. Initialize memory MEMORY
there.
14 Turn Off the power and connect the See->this textbook 1-[1]-(1)Connecting GP and PC
transfer cable to PC properly. with the Screen Editor installed on.
15 Turn On the power and transfer the screen See->this textbook 1-[4] Screen Data Download
data to the unit.
16 Turn Off the power, disconnect the transfer Only the power cable and the cable to PLC are now
cable to PC, connect the cable to PLC with connected to the unit.
the GP unit.
See->Users Manual 3-2 Wiring Cautions, PLC
Connection Manual
17 Does turning on the power display a screen? If NG, -> <S>
18 Turn Off the power, connect all the cables
properly, and turn on the power.
19 Does a screen display? If NG, check which cable affects it. -> <H>
*Address of System Data Area

Function
Backlight OFF Display OFF
　Connection
Direct Access Address +14 (Bit 0) Address +9
Memory Link Address 11 (Bit 0) Address 12
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No GP/Host Communication

1 Turn Off the pow er.
2 Are all the cables attached properly? Fic cable connections. See->Users Manual 3-2
W iring Cautions
3 [For RS422] Is the Termination Resistor setup Setup the Termination Resistor in the correct
correctly? position. Resistor's necessity, position and values
change with each PLC type. See->PLC Connection
Manual
4 Is the [PLC Setup] of the transferred screen Correct the setup. See->Operation Manual, PLC
suitable for Host to be used? Connection Manual
5 Is address setup of Tag correct? Correct the setup. See->Operation Manual, Tag
Reference Manual
It's unknown what's the problem with the setup.->
<S>
6 Turn Off the pow er and disconnect all the
cables ex cept the pow e r cable.
7 Turn On the pow er to go to OFFLINE See->Users Manual Chapter 4 OFFLINE Mode
Mode.
8 Go to [MAIN MENU]-[2.SET UP I/O]-[1.SET See->Users Manual　 5-4-1 SET UP SIO, PLC
UP SIO]. There, is each item correctly setup? Connection Manual
9 Go to [MAIN MENU]-[3.SELF-DIAGNOSIS See->this textbook 1-[2] Self Diagnosis
MENU]-[B.SIO CHECK]. Is the check OK
there?
10 Turn Off the pow er and connect the See->this textbook 1-[1]-(1) Connecting GP and
tra nsfe r cable to PC w ith the unit properly. PC
11 Turn On the pow er and tra nsfer the See->this textbook 1-[4] Screen Data Download
correcte d scre en data ( or screen da ta w ith
no proble m) to the unit.
12 Turn Off the pow er, disconnect the transfer Only the power cable and the cable to PLC are now
cable to PC, and conne ct the cable to PLC connected.
w ith the unit corre ctly.
See->Users Manual 3-2 Wiring and Cautions, PLC
Connection Manual
13 Does turning on the power make If not, check if Host's communication setup is
communication possible? correct. -> <S>
14 Turn Off the pow er, connect a ll the cables
properly, and turn on the pow er.
15 Is communication possible with the remedies If NG, check which cable affects it. -> <H>
above?
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Touch Panel Does Not Respond (except GPH70, GP2000H)

2 Turn On the power and go to the OFFLINE See->Users Manual Chapter 4 OFFLINE Mode
Mode.
3 Go to [MAIN MENU]-[2.SET UP I/O]-[3.Set Up Correct the setup. See->Users Manual 5-4-3 SET
Touch Panel]. Is the setup correct there? UP TOUCH PANEL
4 Go to [MAIN MENU]-[3.SELF-DIAGNOSIS]- See->this textbook 1-[2] Self Diagnosis
[3.TOUCH PANEL]. Is the check OK there?
5 Are the settings for tags correct? Set the addresses within the allowable range, or
redefine the touch area. See->Operation Manual,
Tag Reference Manual
It's unknown what's the problem with the setup. ->
<S>
6 Turn Off the power and connect the See->this textbook 1-[1]-(1) Connecting GP and
transfer cable to PC with the unit properly. PC
7 Turn On the power and transfer the See->this textbook 1-[4] Screen Data Download
corrected screen data (or screen data with
no problem) to the unit.
cable to PC, and connect the cable to PLC connected.
with the unit properly.
Connection Manual
9 Does turning on the power make the touch If NG,-> <S>
panel respond correctly?
properly, and turn On the power.
11 Does the touch panel respond correctly? If NG, check which cable affects it -> <H>
-Touch Area of T tag

Set T tag so that it makes a square area.
If it's set on a straight line or the same point, it will not respond correctly.
　Example of a correct T
tag setup
T he tou ch area is
displayed in a net pattern
on the drawing screen.
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Touch Panel Does Not Respond (For GPH70,GP2000H)
2 Turn On the power and go to the OFFLINE See->Users Manual Chapter OFFLINE Mode
mode.
3 Go to [MAIN MENU]-[2.SET UP I/O]-[3.Set Up Correct the setup. See->Users Manual 5-4-3 SET
Touch Panel]. Is the setup correct? UP TOUCH PANEL
4 If the operation switch and the touch Check the setup to enable or disable the operation
panel/another switch are pushed at the same switch in the INITIALIZE setup. After that, make
time, do they respond? settings suitable for the operation mode.
5 Go to [MAIN MENU]-[3.SELF-DIAGNOSIS]- See->this textbook 1-[2] Self Diagnosis
[3.TOUCH PANEL]. Is the check OK there?
6 Are the settings of tags correct? Set the addresses within the allowable range, or
redefine the touch area. See->Operation Manual,
Tag Reference Manual
It's unknown what's the problem with the setup. ->
<S>
7 Turn Off the power and connect the See->this textbook 1-[1]-(1) Connecting GP and
transfer cable to PC with the unit properly. PC
8 Turn On the power and transfer the See->this textbook 1-[4] Screen Data Donwload
corrected screen data (or screen data with
no problem) to the unit.
cable to PC, and connect the cable to PLC connected.
with the unit properly.
Connection Manual
10 Does turning on the power make the touch If NG,-> <S>
panel respond correctly?
properly, and turn On the power.
12 Does the touch panel respond correctly? If NG, check which cable affects it -> <H>
Touch Area Of T tag

Set T tag so that it makes a square area.
If it's set on a straight line or the same point, it will not respond correctly.
　Example of a correct
T tag setup
T h e to u c h a re a is
displayed in a net pattern
on the drawing screen.
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[2] Self-Diagnosis
The GP unit is equipped to check its own System and Interface for any problems. Use it
to help diagnose any problems.
(1)GP SELF-DIAGNOSIS Menu
Character Pattern
Checks the characters inside the internal Character ROM.
Display Pattern
Checks all the figures and tiling patterns.
Touch Panel
Checks each GP touch panel square.
Internal FEROM (Screen Area)
Checks the internal hard disk contents.(FEPROM).
Internal FEROM (CHECKSUM)
Checks the System and Protocol of the GP internal Memory (FEPROM)
Frame Buffer
Checks the internal display memory (Frame Buffer)
*Tool Connector Loop Back
Checks the Tool Connector control lines and send/receive lines.
Input Port (for Digital's maintenance use only)
Checks the Input Port.
*AUX
Checks the AUX control line.
*Printer I/F
Checks the printer interface.
*SIO CHECK
Checks the RS-232C and RS-422 send/receive lines.
The SELF-DIAGNOSIS menu items marked with an asterisk (*) require special
tools. Please prepare the required tool/cable for each test.
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(2) SELF-DIAGNOSIS - Details
This section explains the contents of SELF-DIAGNOSIS. If there's an error, please contact
your local GP distributor.
- CHARACTER PATTERN
Check each font pattern or the Kanji ROM. Use this check when characters do not
display on the screen. If everything is normal, OK displays; if there is a problem, NG
displays.
- DISPLAY PATTERN
Checks the drawing function-when the buzzer will not sound and when the device
contents will not display correctly--by running checks on the various screen pattern
displays (8 screens) and on the ON/Off Display. When the On/Off Display is
checked, the Buzzer On/Off check is run simultaneously. If everything is normal, OK
displays; if there is a problem, NG displays.
- TOUCH PANEL
Touch Panel check. Checks if each touch cell highlights when pressed.
- INTERNAL FEPROM (SCREEN AREA)
-When this check is carried out, all the contents in the memory are erased.
Please make sure that all data is backed up before running this check.
-After running the check, initialize the internal memory (FEPROM).
This feature checks for any problems that may arise in the display. But to run the
check, a password *1 is necessary.
When running the check, the screen will change as follows.
．．．． ○○○○ ****
When the FEPROM is normal, OK displays; if there's a problem, an error message

appears.
The number of the marks as shown above may vary depending on a GP model.
Circle ; means Erase Check
Asterisk ; means R/W Check
*1 Enter the password as setup in the INITIALIZE option, or the default password 1101.
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-Input Port
Used by Digital for maintenance purposes.
-Internal FEPROM Checksum (System & Protocol)
The internal FEPROM System and Protocol check searches for any problems that
may arise during operations. When running the check, the screen undergoes
changes like those in the diagrams below.
.. .. ○○○○
When the FEPROM is normal, OK displays; if there is a problem, an error message

appears. This check does not erase the System Protocol.
-Frame Buffer
The Frame Buffer (display memory) Check looks for any display problems that may
develop. When everything is normal, OK displays; when there is a problem, an error
message displays.
-Tool Connector Loop Back
Use the Tool Connector Control line and Send/Receive line check when the GP
cannot send and receive data from the PC. To run the check, connecting the
transfer cable with a Tool Connector Check Loop Back Cable (Dsub9 pin (on the
pin's side)) mounted is necessary.
Dsub9P
Dsub CD 1
9P
RD 2
▼
Transfer Cable*1 SD 3
ER 4
RS 7
CS 8
Supplied by the User
*1 When using GPW-CB-SET as a transfer cable, a Tool Connector Check Loop Back
Cable is as shown below.
Dsub25P
FG 1 When everything is normal, OK displays; when there is a problem,

SD 2 an error message displays.
RD 3
RS 4
CS 5
CD 8
ER 20
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-AUX
The AUX Control line check looks for problems in the Inching output and the Monitor
output. To run the check, the PLC input must be connected. This check works by using
the Input unit's LED lighting, following the steps below.
(1)Set AUX lines from TSW0 to BUZZ, ON.
(2)Once all of them turn ON, they will turn OFF in the same order.
(3)Once all of them have turned OFF, the check is finished.
-Printer I/F
Printer I/F checks to see if the printer operates normally. This check necessitates the
connection of the printer.
When a Printer Buffer is used, sometimes an error occurs, so connect the printer
directly to the GP.
If normal, the printed section displays 20 to 7D<HEX> and A0 to DF<HEX> and OK; if
there are problems, an error message appears.
-SIO CHECK
Checks the RS-232C and RS-422 SIO lines for areas where correspondence
problems develop. In the menu, select which check to run. To run the check,
connecting the SIO cable is necessary. If all is normal, OK displays; if there is a
problem, an error message appears.
The SIO cable wiring is as shown below.

RS-232C (Dsub25P) RS-422 (Dsub25P)
SD 2 RDA 10
RD 3 SDA 11
RS 4 SDB 15
CS 5 RDB 16
CD 8 CSB 18
ER 20 ERB 19
CSA 21
ERA 22
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[3] Error Messages
This section explains the messages that appear when an error has occurred in the GP
unit during RUN mode. The origin of the problem behind each error message is explained
with appropriate ways of disposing of the error.
After a problem has been solved, unplug the GP's power cable and then reattach it.
If there is more than one error, the GP displays the error message for the last error
detected.
(1) Error Message List
The error messages listed below appear on the GP unit.

Instructions on how to find and solve problems causing these error messages are
explained on the following pages.
-SYSTEM ERROR
-ILLEGAL ADDRESS IN SCREEN DATA
-UNSUPPORTED TAG IN SCREEN DATA
-PLC NOT CONNECTED (02:FF) and (02:F7)
-PLC NOT RESPONDING (02: FE)
-RECEIVE DATA ERROR (02:FD)
-GP STATION NO. DUPLICATION ERROR (02:F9)
-NETWORK ADDRESS ERROR (02:F8)
-PLC COM. ERROR
-SCREEN MEMORY DATA IS CORRUPT
-CLOCK SETUP ERROR
-SCREEN TRANSFER ERROR
-SCREEN TAG LIMIT EXCEEDED
-OBJ.PLC HAS NOT BEEN SETUP
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-ILLEGAL ADDRESS IN SCREEN DATA
Caused by an overlap of addresses.

Following the error message, error codes, as listed below, appear. If the error
cannot be fixed, please report the error code and details on how the error
developed to your local GP distributor.
ILLEGAL ADDRESS IN SCREEN DATA (00B:***:***)
Error No.2 Table 1

Error No.1
<Table 1 Overlapping Addresses>
If addresses of the data area in the column B overlap seeing from the data area in
the column A, an error message corresponding to each displays.
Error No.1 Error No.2 ＡＢ

191
Trend Graph
0C1 192 System Data Area
S tag
193
194
System Data Area
0C2 195 Trend Graph Alarm Messages
S tag
196
197
Trend Graph
0C3 198 Alarm Messages S tag
K tag
199
Trend Graph
0C9 19B Alarm Messages S tag
K tag
Overlapping addresses, other than the ones mentioned above, can also cause
the Illegal Address message.
E.g. When the starting address of the System Data Area is set to 100, and the tag
below is setup:
The N-tag is set to 32 bits, meaning it uses two word addresses. Since the first
address is 99, the second address must be 100. Address 100 is ineligible for use
since it has already been used for the System Data Area.
*1 For Trend Graph, Alarm Messages, Tag Reference Manual.
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-UNSUPPORTED TAG IN SCREEN DATA
A list of tag(s) in use that are unsupported by the current GP version appear with
this error message. Setup the tags to correspond with the GP.
For the details of tags,　　　　　Tag Reference Manual
-PLC NOT CONNECTED (02:FF) (02:F7)
Displays when communication with the PLC has stopped for over 60 seconds, when
there is a transmission timeout error, or when there is excess noise.
Check the correspondence cable wiring and connect correctly.
-PLC NOT RESPONDING (02:FE)
Displays when there is a Reply Timeout Error, or when there is excess noise.
The origin of the problem and the matching solutions are listed in the table below.
ORIGIN SOLUTION
The power for the PLC host is not
Turn On the host's power switch.
activated.
GP unit INITIA LIZE s etup (Setup S etup the unit correctly and match up with the current
I/O, PLC S etting) is incorrect. host and Communication Cable.
The host and GP powering up Turn the host's power On first, wait 2 to 3 seconds,
proc ess was inc orrect. then power up the GP unit.
The Communication Cable was not Check the Communication Cable wiring and c onnect it
connected properly. up properly.
-RECEIVE DATA ERROR (02:FD)
This problem arises as a result of one of these three:

-There is a problem in trying to receive the data.
-The connected PLC and the PLC setup for the data is different.
-Noise
These errors, except for noise, appear when the Communication Cable is pulled out
when the GP unit is On, or when normal communication operations are being run,
but the GP has been powered Off, then back On. To solve the problem, simply begin
running transmissions again.
When the error is a result of noise, correct any improper connections.
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-GP STATION NO. DUPLICATION ERROR (02:F9)
This error appears for one of two reasons:

-The GP number is same as the station number for another GP. Check all the GP
station numbers.
-In the middle of correspondences, the PLC power has been turned On/Off. Reset
the power on the PLC and GP.
-NETWORK ADDRESS ERROR (02:F8)
The SIO address setup for the GP is different from other GP's. Check the address
setup for all the GP's.
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-PLC COM.ERROR
Appears when the address setup for tags exceeds the address range on the host side.
Check the Error Number that appears and use the following table to solve the problem.
PLC COM.ERROR ( 02 : ** )
Table2
Constant
Value
<Table 2 Error No. List>
Error # Origin Solution

ＦＣ The communication settings for this unit Fix the SIO communication settings to match the host.
and the host do not match.
ＦＢ Memory to Memoty type. ・When using Memory to Memory Type:
Siemen's PLC Series Set the addresses within the set range of the System
Data Area. (0 to 2047)
・When using Siemen's Series PLC Type:
Set up the Data Block in the PLC where the System

Data area is set.
ＦＡ Address range error Set the addresses within the allowable range.
５３ When using a Matsushita Electronics Decrease the number of tags on the screen.
PLC, and there are too
many screen tags, the PLC will not
receive data.
５１ In the case of Fuji Electric PLC Setup the addresses in a device range that exists.
The tag address, Trend graph data
storage address, Alarm message
Registry address, and the like, do not
exist in the PLC's internal device.
Others The Error Number for each PLC is displayed. Look up the Error Number in the indicated PLC
manual. Or, report the Error Number to the PLC maker.
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-Disregard the above table if Error Number 51 appears and you are using a PLC
other than Fuji Electric. Look up the error contents in you PLC manual and follow
the instructions therein.
-Disregard the above table if Error Number 53 appears and you are using a PLC
other than Matsushita Electronics. Look up the error contents in you PLC manual
and follow the instructions therein.
-In Hitachi's HIDIC H (HIZAC H) Series, the error code is divided into 2 bytes, whereas
the GP Error Number is composed of 1 byte codes.
E.g.
Reply Command Return Code Display Error
0 1 0 7 1 7
When the displayed error number is 8*, or 5*, use only the left column as the
error number.
-In Toshiba's PROSEC T Series, the Error Code is 4 places long; on the GP, Error
Numbers are displayed and changed into Hexadecimal.
E.g.
0 1 3 4 8 6
-With the Allen-Bradley PLC-5 and SLC-500 Series, the EXT/STS error codes
have been re-mapped to start at D0HEX, so they will not conflict with other error
codes. When looking up the error number in the PLC manual, subtract D0 h from
the GP error code to find its error value.
E.g.
GP Error Code PLC Error Code
　　D1 -> 01
EA -> 1A
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-SCREEN MEMORY DATA IS CORRUPT
Displays when the checksum of the screen memory data does not match because of
a corruption in the screen files.
Error codes, as shown below, follow the error message. By referring to the error
code, check the screens that have errors. When a screen file has been corrupted,
delete that file, and make a new one (or recall a backup copy if available).
SCREEN MEMORY DATA IS CORRUPT (**** : ****)
The number of screens that

have errors (Decimal)
The Screen Number that has an error.
(Displays only one per Screen

Number.)
-CLOCK SET UP ERROR
This message displays when the lithium backup battery's voltage for the internal clock
runs. To reset the error, you need to turn the GP's power OFF and then ON again. Leave
the GP ON continuously and the battery's charge will become sufficient for backup after 24
hours, and will be fully charged in approximately 96 hours. If the battery is incorrectly
replaced, the battery may explode. To avoid the danger, please do not replace the battery
yourself. When the battery needs a replacement, please consult with your local GP
distributor.
After changing the backup battery, set up the internal clock.　　　
　　
　　　　Users Manual Chapter 5, Initialize
-The life span of the backup battery depends on the battery's ambient temperature and
the amount of current being charged and used. The table below gives a general indication
of how long the battery will last.
B a t t e r y A m b ie n t o o o
U n d e r 40 C U n d e r 50 C U n d e r 60 C
T e m p e ra tu re
E x p e c te d L ife
o v e r 1 0 y rs . o v e r 4 .1 y r s . o v e r 1 .5 y r s
S p an
-SCREEN TRANSFER ERROR
Displays when an error occurs in the data transmission from the screen editor to the
GP panel. Try re-transmitting the screen data.
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-SCREEN TAG LIMIT EXCEEDED
(For GP70 Series, max 256, For GP2000 Series/GP77 Series, max 384)
When tags are setup beyond the tag limit, these tags are made invalid. Tags are
invalidated from the end tag, in the opposite order in which they were registered.
Plus, when tags involve registered Windows and loaded screens, they are
invalidated in this order: Window Registry, Load Screen. Further details for when
multiple displays are set to one screen.
1. Invalidate registered windows from the end screen.
2. Invalidate loaded screens from the end screen.
Check invalidated tags and reduce the tag number.
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-OBJ.PLC HAS NOT BEEN SETUP
The host PLC setup in SOFTWARE's does not match the PLC in use. Use the Error
Code that follows the error message to select the proper PLC type in the GP and
correct the INITIALIZE setup.
　　　　　PLC Connection Manual
The PLC number (Hexadecimal) written

OBJ.PLC HAS NOT BEEN SETUP (x x)
to the System File
*Table 3
<Table 3 Example of OBJ.PLC Numbers (Hexadecimal)>
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(2) Error Messages-Details
-SYSTEM ERROR
Indicates a fault in the basic operations of the GP.

Following the error message, an error code, as shown, will appear. Report the error
number, and details on how the error developed, to your local GP distributor.
SYSTEM ERROR (03: x x )
Displays when a PC transferred file cannot be rebuilt.
03 : x x
Error No.
C o n s t an t
Value
SYSTEM ERROR (xxx : xxx : xxx)
Displays in RUN mode when a file cannot be rebuilt.
xxx : xxx : xxx

Error No.3
Error No.2
Error No.1
-Check if the GP's power Cord and the Input signal line have been wired separately
from each other.
-Check that the FG line has been grounded correctly, according to your country's
standards.
-Re-send the screen data from the PC to the GP.
-If other types of communication errors have also occurred, try to correct those
problems also.
　　　　　[RECEIVE DATA ERROR] [PLC COM.ERROR]
If the above mentioned methods do not solve the problem, please contact your local
GP distributor.
　　　
When the GP changes to OFFLINE mode during RUN mode
When the GP changes to OFFLINE mode without the user first pressing, there is a
possibility that the screen data has been damaged. In this case, after the SYSTEM
ERROR displays, the screen automatically reverts to OFFLINE mode after about 10
seconds. Run the INITIALIZE MEMORY command and transfer the GP screen data
again from your PC.
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In most cases, system errors are related to the problems mentioned below.
1) Environment Related Problems
If an error occurs which has no apparent connection to the GP's current operation, the
error may be due to the condition of GP's operating environment. This can include noise
or electrostatic interference in the power code or the communication line. In this case you
need to check if the power code and the communication line wiring and FG grounding
are correct.
2) Screen Data or Project Data Related Problems

If an error seems to be caused by a particular GP operation, the error may be related to
the screen or project data transferred to the GP. In this case, try sending screen data via
the FORCE SYSTEM SETUP feature, which will transfer both the screen data and the
project data to the GP.
3) GP Unit Related Problems

If disconnecting and then re-connecting the power code corrects an error, the problem may
not be related to the GP unit itself. However, to identify if the GP unit has any problems, run
the OFFLINE mode's SELF-DIAGNOSIS program.
4) Peripheral Equipment Related Problems

If an error occurs only during printout, there may be a problem with the printer. Check the
printer cable wiring and the FG line as well as the printer itself.
5) When a communication error occurs continuously

If a communication error occurs continuously, the GP may define the error as a system
error. In this case you need to solve the problem causing the original communication
error.
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[1] Screen Data Backup

1) Connecting GP and PC (one with the Screen Editor installed on)

PC (either laptop or desktop computer)

Data Transfer Cable

To the serial port To the tool connector

Rear of GP-47* type Side of GP-37* type

Rear of GP-57* type

Bottom of GP-250*/260* type Side of GP-240* type

b. The Project Manager will appear.

Compile GP unit data C lic k to

Creates the CF Displays the setup

Displays the current destination type

The tool bar icons provide the following functions.

Receive screen Send system bo ot Transfer setting

iii. If a password is set, enter the password and click .

If a password has not been set, skip the step iii.

To cancel data transfer, click the icon.

Method 2. Entering the offline mode on the force reset screen:

2 CF BOOT OFFLINE RESET CANCEL

b. Check the system version of the offline screen.

Protocol Name and Version

i. Touch [INITIALIZE] in the main menu.

Protocol Name and Version

ii. Touch [SET UP SCREEN] on the Initialize window.

Take a note of the original settings

Protocol Name and Version

Protocol Name and Version System Version

GP System Version Screen Editor Software

i. Touch [INITIALIZE] in the GP offline mode.

Confirm that a CF card is inserted

ii. Touch [INITIALIZE MEMORY].

If your GP unit is not the model in the

iv. Enter a password from a numeric keypad.

Enter "1101" which is the common

v. Touch the button to start initializing.

Folder Data Type File Name

i. Select [SCREEN DATA TRANSFER] in the GP offline mode.

Please be sure that the GP unit is

ii. Select [COPY TO CF CARD].

If your GP unit is not the model in the

If any backup file (*.MRM) exists in

iii. Enter a password from a numeric keypad.

Enter the password that you have

" GP-PRO/PBIII for W i ndow s

IV. Touch the button to start copying to a CF card.

v. W hen copying is completed, the screen returns to the screen ii.

Create system boot data in a CF card

Starting CF Memory Loader Tool on the GP screen

1) Creating System Boot Data of CF Card

GP Type GP Code GP Type GP Code

To use the CF Memory Loader Tool, it must be previously saved to the CF

Turn on Switch No.1

Upload (from GP to CF card)

i. Select [UPLOAD] and the following Upload screen will appear.

ii. Enter a password from the keypad.

iii. Touch , and data upload will start.

Once upload starts, the Upload Status screen will appear.

Upload status is displayed by blocks. One block indicates 64 KB.

iii. Status Bar

- Performing Upload completely overwrites backup data in the CF card.

- Use a CF card (16 MB or more) made by Digital Electronics Corporation.

Bottom of GP-250/260 type Side of GP-240* type

Rear of GP-240* type Rear of GP-250/260 type