A To Q Transition Manual (Intelligent Function Modules)

Mitsubishi Programmable Logic Controller
Transition from MELSEC-A/QnA
Transition from MELSEC-A/QnA(Large Type)Series to Q Series Handbook (Communications)

(Large Type)Series to Q Series Handbook
(Communications)
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
(Always read these instructions before using this equipment.)
Before using this product, please read this handbook and the relevant manuals introduced in this
handbook carefully and pay full attention to safety to handle the product correctly.
In this manual, the safety instructions are ranked as "DANGER" and "CAUTION".
DANGER Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions,

resulting in death or severe injury.
Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions,

CAUTION resulting in medium or slight personal injury or physical damage.
Note that the CAUTION level may lead to a serious consequence according to the circumstances.
Always follow the instructions of both levels because they are important to personal safety.
Please save this handbook to make it accessible when required and always forward it to the end user.
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[Design Precautions]
DANGER
z Install a safety circuit external to the PLC that keeps the entire system safe even when there are
problems with the external power supply or the PLC module. Otherwise, trouble could result from
erroneous output or erroneous operation.
(1) Outside the PLC, construct mechanical damage preventing interlock circuits such as emergency
stop, protective circuits, positioning upper and lower limits switches and interlocking forward/
reverse operations.
(2) When the PLC detects the following problems,
it will stop calculation and turn off all output in the case of (a).
In the case of (b), it will hold or turn off all output according to the parameter setting.
Note that the AnS series module will turn off the output in either of cases (a) and (b).
Q series module A series module
(a) The power supply module has over current

protection equipment and over voltage Output OFF Output OFF
protection equipment.
(b) The CPU module self-diagnosis functions, such Hold or turn off all output
as the watchdog timer error, detect problems. according to the parameter Output OFF
setting.
In addition, all output will be turned on when there are problems that the PLC CPU cannot
detect, such as in the I/O controller. Build a fail safe circuit exterior to the PLC that will make sure
the equipment operates safely at such times.
Refer to "LOADING AND INSTALLATION" in this manual for example fail safe circuits.
(3) Output could be left on or off when there is trouble in the outputs module relay or transistor. So
build an external monitoring circuit that will monitor any single outputs that could cause serious
trouble.
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[Design Precautions]
DANGER
z When overcurrent which exceeds the rating or caused by short-circuited load flows in the output
module for a long time, it may cause smoke or fire. To prevent this, configure an external safety
circuit, such as fuse.
z Build a circuit that turns on the external power supply when the PLC main module power is turned
on.
If the external power supply is turned on first, it could result in erroneous output or erroneous
operation.
z When there are communication problems with the data link, refer to the corresponding data link
manual for the operating status of each station.
Not doing so could result in erroneous output or erroneous operation.
z When connecting a peripheral device to the CPU module or connecting a personal computer or the
like to the intelligent function module / special function module to exercise control (data change) on
the running PLC, configure up an interlock circuit in the sequence program to ensure that the whole
system will always operate safely.
Also before exercising other control (program change, operating status change (status control)) on
the running PLC, read the manual carefully and fully confirm safety.
Especially for the above control on the remote PLC from an external device, an immediate action
may not be taken for PLC trouble due to a data communication fault.
In addition to configuring up the interlock circuit in the sequence program, corrective and other
actions to be taken as a system for the occurrence of a data communication fault should be
predetermined between the external device and PLC CPU.
CAUTION
z Do not bunch the control wires or communication cables with the main circuit or power wires, or
install them close to each other.
They should be installed 100 mm (3.94 inch) or more from each other.
Not doing so could result in noise that would cause erroneous operation.
z When controlling items like lamp load, heater or solenoid valve using an output module, large current
(approximately ten times greater than that present in normal circumstances) may flow when the
output is turned OFF to ON.
Take measures such as replacing the module with one having sufficient rated current.
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[Installation Precautions]
CAUTION
z Use the PLC in an environment that meets the general specifications contained in this manual.
Using this PLC in an environment outside the range of the general specifications could result in
electric shock, fire, erroneous operation, and damage to or deterioration of the product.
z While pressing the installation lever located at the bottom of module, insert the module fixing tab into
the fixing hole in the base unit until it stops. Then, securely mount the module with the fixing hole as
a supporting point.
Incorrect loading of the module can cause a malfunction, failure or drop.
When using the PLC in the environment of much vibration, tighten the module with a screw.
Tighten the screw in the specified torque range.
Undertightening can cause a drop, short circuit or malfunction.
Overtightening can cause a drop, short circuit or malfunction due to damage to the screw or module.
z When installing extension cables, be sure that the base unit and the extension module connectors
are installed correctly.
After installation, check them for looseness.
Poor connections could cause an input or output failure.
z Securely load the memory card into the memory card loading connector.
After installation, check for lifting.
Poor connections could cause an operation fault.
z Completely turn off the externally supplied power used in the system before mounting or removing
the module. Not doing so could result in damage to the product.Note that the module can be
changed online (while power is on) in the system that uses the CPU module compatible with online
module change or on the MELSECNET/H remote I/O station.
Note that there are restrictions on the modules that can be changed online(while power is on), and
each module has its predetermined changing procedure.
For details, refer to this manual and the online module change section in the manual of the module
compatible with online module change.
z Do not directly touch the module's conductive parts or electronic components.

Touching the conductive parts could cause an operation failure or give damage to the module.
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[Wiring Precautions]
DANGER
z Completely turn off the externally supplied power used in the system when installing or placing
wiring.
Not completely turning off all power could result in electric shock or damage to the product.
z When turning on the power supply or operating the module after installation or wiring work, be sure
that the module's terminal covers are correctly attached.
Not attaching the terminal cover could result in electric shock.
[Wiring Precautions]
CAUTION
z Be sure to ground the FG terminals and LG terminals to the protective ground conductor.
Not doing so could result in electric shock or erroneous operation.
z When wiring in the PLC, be sure that it is done correctly by checking the product's rated voltage and
the terminal layout.
Connecting a power supply that is different from the rating or incorrectly wiring the product could
result in fire or damage.
z External connections shall be crimped or pressure welded with the specified tools, or correctly
soldered.
Imperfect connections could result in short circuit, fires, or erroneous operation.
z Tighten the terminal screws with the specified torque.

If the terminal screws are loose, it could result in short circuits, fire, or erroneous operation.
Tightening the terminal screws too far may cause damages to the screws and/or the module,
resulting in fallout, short circuits, or malfunction.
z Be sure there are no foreign substances such as sawdust or wiring debris inside the module.
Such debris could cause fires, damage, or erroneous operation.
z The module has an ingress prevention label on its top to prevent foreign matter, such as wire offcuts,
from entering the module during wiring.
Do not peel this label during wiring.
Before starting system operation, be sure to peel this label because of heat dissipation.
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[Startup and Maintenance precautions]
DANGER
z Do not touch the terminals while power is on.
Doing so could cause shock or erroneous operation.
z Correctly connect the battery.

Also, do not charge, disassemble, heat, place in fire, short circuit, or solder the battery.
Mishandling of battery can cause overheating or cracks which could result in injury and fires.
z Switch off all phases of the externally supplied power used in the system when cleaning the module
or retightening the terminal or module mounting screws.
Not doing so could result in electric shock.
Undertightening of terminal screws can cause a short circuit or malfunction.
Overtightening of screws can cause damages to the screws and/or the module, resulting in fallout,
short circuits, or malfunction.
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[Startup and Maintenance precautions]
CAUTION
z The online operations conducted for the CPU module being operated, connecting the peripheral
device (especially, when changing data or operation status), shall be conducted after the manual has
been carefully read and a sufficient check of safety has been conducted.
Operation mistakes could cause damage or problems with of the module.
z Do not disassemble or modify the modules.

Doing so could cause trouble, erroneous operation, injury, or fire.
z Use any radio communication device such as a cellular phone or a PHS phone more than 25cm
(9.85 inch) away in all directions of the PLC.
Not doing so can cause a malfunction.
z Completely turn off the externally supplied power used in the system before mounting or removing
the module. Not doing so could result in damage to the product.
Note that the module can be changed online (while power is on) in the system that uses the CPU
module compatible with online module change or on the MELSECNET/H remote I/O station.
Note that there are restrictions on the modules that can be changed online (while power is on), and
each module has its predetermined changing procedure.
For details, refer to this manual and the online module change section in the manual of the module
compatible with online module change.
z Do not mount/remove the module onto/from base unit more than 50 times (IEC61131-2-compliant),
after the first use of the product. Failure to do so may cause the module to malfunction due to poor
contact of connector.
z Do not drop or give an impact to the battery mounted to the module.

Doing so may damage the battery, causing the battery fluid to leak inside the battery.
If the battery is dropped or given an impact, dispose of it without using.
z Before touching the module, always touch grounded metal, etc. to discharge static electricity from
human body, etc.
Not doing so can cause the module to fail or malfunction.
[Disposal Precautions]
CAUTION
z When disposing of this product, treat it as industrial waste.
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[Transportation Precautions]
CAUTION
z When transporting lithium batteries, make sure to treat them based on the transport regulations.
(Refer to QCPU User’s Manual (Hardware Design, Maintenance and Inspection) for details of the
controlled models.)
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REVISIONS
* The handbook number is given on the bottom left of the back cover.
Print Date * Handbook Number Revision
Apr., 2005 L(NA)-08050ENG-A First edition
Japanese Handbook Version L-08049-B
This handbook confers no industrial property rights or any rights of any other kind, nor does it confer any patent licenses.
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation cannot be held responsible for any problems involving industrial property rights which may
occur as a result of using the contents noted in this handbook.
2005 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION
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CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• A - 1

REVISIONS••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• A - 9
CONTENTS•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• A - 10
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1-1 ~1-2
CHAPTER 2 SERIAL COMMUNICATION MODULE REPLACEMENT 2 - 1 ~ 2 - 28

2.1 List of Serial Communication Modules to be Replaced ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••2 - 1
2.2 Performance Specifications Comparison •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••2 - 2
2.2.1 Module performance comparison ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••2 - 2
2.2.2 Cable specifications comparison •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••2 - 6
2.3 Function Comparison ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••2 - 8
2.4 Switch Setting Comparison ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2 - 10
2.5 Program Comparison •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2 - 12
2.5.1 I/O signal •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2 - 12
2.5.2 Buffer memory ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2 - 15
2.6 Reuse of Exsting Programs ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2 - 18
2.6.1 Reuse of A series programs ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2 - 18
2.6.2 Reuse of A series programs ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2 - 20
2.7 Other Precaution •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2 - 21
2.8 Program Examples ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2 - 22
CHAPTER 3 ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULE REPLACEMENT 3 - 1 ~ 3 - 34

3.1 List of Ethernet Interface Modules to be Replaced •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••3 - 1
3.2 Performance Specifications Comparison •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••3 - 2
3.2.1 Module performance comparison ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••3 - 2
3.2.2 Cable specifications comparison •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••3 - 6
3.3 Function Comparison ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••3 - 7
3.4 Switch Setting Comparison ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3 - 11
3.5 Parameter Comparison •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3 - 13
3.6 Program Comparison •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3 - 14
3.6.1 I/O signal •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3 - 14
3.6.2 Buffer memory ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3 - 18
3.7 Reuse of Existing Programs •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3 - 21
3.8 Other Precaution •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3 - 23
3.9 Program Examples ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3 - 24
3.9.1 Initial processing ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3 - 25
3.9.2 Open/close processing ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3 - 27
3.9.3 Communication using fixed buffer •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 3 - 31
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CHAPTER 4 EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS 4-1~4-6
4.1 External Dimensions for A Series •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 4 - 1
4.2 External Dimensions for QnA Series •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 4 - 3
4.3 External Dimensions for Q Series ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 4 - 5
APPENDIX App - 1 ~ App - 2

Appendix 1 Relevant Manuals •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• App - 1
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Memo
1 INTRODUCTION
1 INTRODUCTION
1
This manual outlines replacement of the following communication modules when A series PLCs or QnA
series PLCs are replaced with Q series PLCs.
(1) Replacement of A series computer link modules and QnA series serial communication
modules
(a) A series computer link module
QJ71C24N
Communications on the RS-232 QJ71C24N RS-232 :1ch
interface or RS-422/485:1ch
QJ71C24N-R2
QJ71C24N-R2
RS-232 :2ch
AJ71UC24
QJ71C24N
AJ71UC24 QJ71C24N RS-232 :1ch
RS-232 :1ch
RS-422/485 :1ch or RS-422/485 :1ch
QJ71C24N-R4
Communications on the RS-422/485 QJ71C24N-R4
RS-422/485 :2ch
interface
(b) QnA series serial communication module
Communications on QJ71C24N
AJ71QC24N the RS-232 interface QJ71C24N RS-232 :1ch
or or RS-422/485:1ch
AJ71QC24N-R2 QJ71C24N-R2 QJ71C24N-R2
RS-232 :2ch
AJ71QC24N
RS-232 :1ch
RS-422/485 :1ch
AJ71QC24N-R2
RS-232 :2ch
Communications on QJ71C24N
AJ71QC24N the RS-422/485 interface QJ71C24N RS-232 :1ch
or or RS-422/485 :1ch
AJ71QC24N-R4 QJ71C24N-R4
QJ71C24N-R4
RS-422/485 :2ch
AJ71QC24N
RS-232 :1ch
RS-422/485 :1ch
AJ71QC24N-R4
RS-422 :1ch
RS-422/485 :1ch
POINT
Q series communication modules do not have a function equivalent to the multidrop link function of the
A series communication module AJ71UC24.
Consider replacement to a CC-Link system, MELSECNET/H data link system or other systems.
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1 INTRODUCTION
(2) Replacement of an A series Ethernet interface module and QnA series Ethernet
interface module
(a) A series Ethernet interface module
AJ71E71N3-T
Communications on 10BASE-T QJ71E71-100
or QJ71E71-100 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX:1ch
AJ71E71N-T
AJ71E71N3-T
10BASE-T:1ch
AJ71E71N-T
10BASE-T:1ch
AJ71E71N-B5 Communications on 10BASE5 QJ71E71-B5

QJ71E71-B5 10BASE5:1ch
AJ71E71N-B5
10BASE5 :1ch
Communications on 10BASE2 QJ71E71-B2

AJ71E71N-B2 QJ71E71-B2 10BASE2:1ch
AJ71E71N-B2
10BASE2 :1ch
(b) QnA series Ethernet interface module
AJ71QE71N3-T
Communications on 10BASE-T QJ71E71-100
or QJ71E71-100 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX:1ch
AJ71QE71N-T
AJ71QE71N3-T
10BASE-T:1ch
AJ71QE71N-T
10BASE-T:1ch
AJ71QE71N-B5 Communications on 10BASE5 QJ71E71-B5

QJ71E71-B5 10BASE5:1ch
AJ71QE71N-B5
10BASE5 :1ch
Communications on 10BASE2 QJ71E71-B2

AJ71QE71N-B2 QJ71E71-B2 10BASE2:1ch
AJ71QE71N-B2
10BASE2 :1ch
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2 SERIAL COMMUNICATION MODULE REPLACEMENT
2 SERIAL COMMUNICATION MODULE

2
REPLACEMENT
2.1 List of Serial Communication Modules to be Replaced
(1) Transition of the A series to Q series

Model to be discontinued Alternative model Remarks
QJ71C24N RS-232:1ch , RS-422/485:1ch
AJ71UC24 QJ71C24N-R2 RS-232:2ch , RS-422/485:none
QJ71C24N-R4 RS-232:none , RS-422/485:2ch
(2) Transition of the QnA series to Q series

Model to be discontinued Alternative model Remarks
AJ71QC24N QJ71C24N RS-232:1ch , RS-422/485:1ch
AJ71QC24N-R2 QJ71C24N-R2 RS-232:2ch , RS-422/485:none
AJ71QC24N-R4 QJ71C24N-R4 RS-232:none , RS-422/485:2ch
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2.2 Performance Specifications Comparison
2.2.1 Module performance comparison
(1) A series
:Compatible, :Partial change required, :Incompatible
Specifications
QJ71C24N Compat-
Item Precautions for replacement
AJ71UC24 QJ71C24N-R2 ibility
QJ71C24N-R4
RS-232 compliant RS-232 compliant The connector on the connec-
(D-Sub 25P) (D-Sub 9P) tion cable must be changed.
Interface
RS-422/485 compliant
RS-422/485 compliant Wiring must be changed.
(2-piece terminal block)
Communica-
tion using
Half-duplex communication
dedicated pro-
Communi- tocol
cation Non-proce-
method dural/bidirec-
Full duplex communication (1:1 connection)/
tional
Half-duplex communication (1:n, m:n connection)
communica-
tion
Synchronization method Start stop synchronization (asynchronous method)
Transmission speed 300 to 19200 bps 50 to 230400 bps
Start bit 1
Data bit 7 or 8
Data format
Parity bit 1(vertical parity)/none
Stop bit 1 or 2
Communica-
tion using One request is processed when the mounted station PLC CPU
dedicated pro- executes END processing.
tocol
Access
cycle Non-proce-
dural/bidirec-
Transmission can be executed at each send request,
tional
and reception is available at all times.
communica-
tion
Error Parity check Performed (odd/even)/none
detection Sum check Performed (MC protocol/Bidirectional)/none
RS-232 RS-422/485
DTR/DSR (ER/DR) control arailable N/A

Transmission control
CD signal control arailable N/A
DC1/DC3 (Xon/Xoff) control arailable arailable

DC2/DC4 control
Line config- RS-232 1:1

uration
(connec- 1 :1 , 1 : n, m : n
RS-422/485
tion) (n:max. 32, m+n:max.32)
Communica-
tion using 1:1, 1:n, m:n
dedicated pro- (n:max.32, m+n:max.32)
Line config- tocol
For details on linked operation
uration Non-proce-
between interfaces, refer to the
(data com- dural commu- 1:1, 1:n (n:max.32) 1:1, 1:n, n:1 (n:max.32)
manual.
munication) nication
Bidirectional
communica- 1:1
tion
Transmis- RS-232 Max.15m
sion dis- Max.500m Max.1200m
tance RS-422/485
(overall distance) (overall distance)
(Continued on next page)
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Specifications
QJ71C24N Compat-
QJ71C24N-R4
No. of E2PROM writes Max. 100,000 times on same Max. 100,000 times on same
No. of flash ROM writes area in E2PROM area in flash ROM
32 points/slot 32 points/slot
No. of occupied I/O points (I/O assignment: special 32 (I/O assignment: intelli. 32
points) points)
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(2) QnA series

Specifications
AJ71QC24N QJ71C24N Compat-
AJ71QC24N-R2 QJ71C24N-R2 ibility
RS-232 compliant RS-232 compliant The connector on the connec-
RS-232
(D-Sub 25P) (D-Sub 9P) tion cable must be changed.
RS-422/485 compliant
RS-422 compliant
RS-422 (2-piece plug-in connector
(D-Sub 25P)
socket block)
RS-422/485 compliant Wiring must be changed.
RS-422/485 compliant (2-piece terminal block)
RS-422/485
(2-piece terminal block) (2-piece plug-in connector
socket block)
Interface Communica-
tion using
Half-duplex communication
dedicated pro-
tocol
Non-proce-
dural protocol
Full duplex communication/Half-duplex communication
communica-
tion
Bidirectional
protocol com- Full duplex communication/Half-duplex communication
munication
Synchronization method Start stop synchronization (asynchronous method)
Transmission speed 300 to 230400 bps 50 to 230400 bps
Start bit 1
Data bit 7 or 8
Data format
Parity bit 1 (vertical parity)/none
Stop bit 1 or 2
Communica-
tion using Processing when the mounted station PLC CPU performs END
dedicated pro- processing
tocol
Non-proce-
Access
dural protocol
cycle
communica-
tion Transmission can be executed at each send request,
and reception is available at all times.
Bidirectional
protocol com-
munication
Parity check Performed (odd/even)/none
Error
detection Select at parameter/user
Sum check Performed / none
frame.
RS-232 RS-422 RS-422/485 The Q series does not have the

RS-422 interface.
DTR/DSR (ER/DR) control arailable arailable N/A
Transmission control must be
Transmission control RS/CS control arailable N/A N/A changed to the transmission
control of the interface to be
CD signal control arailable N/A N/A used.
DC1/DC3 (Xon/Xoff) control arailable arailable arailable
DC2/DC4 control
Line config- RS-232 1:1 The Q series does not have the
uration RS-422 1:1 RS-422 interface.
(connec- 1:1, 1:n, m:n 1:1, 1:n, n:1, m:n The interface to be used must
tion) RS-422/485 be changed.
(n:max.32, m+n:max.32) (n:max.32, m+n:max.32)
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Specifications
Communica-
tion using 1:1, 1:n, m:n
dedicated pro- (n:max.32, m+n:max.32)
tocol
line config-
Non-proce- For details on linked operation
uration
dural protocol between interfaces, refer to the
(data com- 1:1, 1:n (n:max.32) 1:1, 1:n, n:1 (n:max.32)
communica- manual.
munication)
tion
Bidirectional
protocol com- 1:1
munication
RS-232 Max.15m The Q series does not have the
Transmis-
RS-422 Max.1200m RS-422 interface.
sion dis-
The interface to be used must
tance RS-422/485 Max.1200m (overall distance) be changed.
No. of E2PROM writes Max. 100,000 times on same Max. 100,000 times on same
No. of flash ROM writes area in E2PROM area in flash ROM
No. of occupied I/O points (I/O assignment: special 32 (I/O assignment: intelli. 32
points) points)
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2.2.2 Cable specifications comparison
(1) A series
Specifications
QJ71C24N Compat-
QJ71C24N-R4
Cable Use a cable that is compliant with the RS-232 standard. *1
Cable length Max.15m
Applicable
connector for
RS-232 external wiring
(side of con- D-Sub 25P D-Sub 9P *2 The connector must be
nection cable (male, screw type) (male, screw type) changed.
for connect-
ing to the
module)
Item Description
Cable type Shielded cable
Number of pairs 3P
Conductor resistance (20 ) 88.0 /km or less

Cable Insulation resistance 10000 M -km or less
Dielectric withstand voltage 500 VDC for 1 minute
RS-422/ Electrostatic capacitance (1kHz) Average 60nF/km or less

485 Characteristic impedance
110 10
(100kHz)
*1
Max.500m Max.1200m
Cable length
(overall distance) (overall distance)
External wir-
ing (side of
connection For details on the connection
Connected to terminal block
cable for con- method, refer to the manual.
necting to the
module)
*1 The RS-232 and RS-422/485 recommended cables are listed in the Q series serial communication module manual.
*2 Use the exclusive products listed in the Q series serial communication module manual as the connector shell of the cable to
connect to the Q series serial communication module.
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(2) QnA series

Specifications
Cable Use a cable that is compliant with the RS-232 standard. *1
Cable length Max.15m
Applicable
connector for
RS-232 external wiring
(side of con- D-Sub 25P D-Sub 9P *2 The connector must be
nection cable (male, screw type) (male, screw type) changed.
for connect-
ing to the
module)
Cable (Same as RS-422/485)
Applicable
connector for The Q series does not have the
external wiring RS-422 interface.
RS-422 (side of con- D-Sub 25P Connected to the RS-232 or The interface to be used must
nection cable (male, screw type) RS-422/485 interface. be changed.
for connect-
ing to the
module)
Item Description
Cable type Shielded cable
Number of pairs 3P
Conductor resistance (20 ) 88.0 /km or less

Cable Insulation resistance 10000 M -km or less
Dielectric withstand voltage 500 VDC for 1 minute

RS-422/ Electrostatic capacitance (1kHz) Average 60nF/km or less
485
Characteristic impedance
110 10
(100kHz)
*1
Cable length Max.1200m (overall distance)

External wir-
ing (side of
connection For details on the connection
Connected to terminal block
cable for con- method, refer to the manual.
necting to the
module)
*1 The RS-232 and RS-422/485 recommended cables are listed in the Q series serial communication module manual.
*2 Use the exclusive products listed in the Q series serial communication module manual as the connector shell of the cable to
connect to the Q series serial communication module.
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2.3 Function Comparison
(1) A series
Description
QJ71C24N Compat- Reference
AJ71UC24 QJ71C24N-R2 ibility section
QJ71C24N-R4
The available commands,
accessible device range, and
access to another station are
Communi- Device memory PLC CPU data is read/written to and from exter-
restricted.
cation read/write nal devices.
The program on the external
using dedi- device side must be
cated pro- changed.
tocol *1
Change to a sequence pro-
Data is transmitted to external devices from the
On-demand gram that uses the dedicated
PLC CPU.
instruction (ONDEMAND).
Data transmission Data is transmitted to external devices from the Change to a sequence pro-
Non-proce- PLC external device PLC CPU. gram that uses the dedicated Section
dural com-
Data reception instructions (OUTPUT/ 2.6.1
munication Data is transmitted from external devices.
PLC external device INPUT).
Data transmission Data is transmitted to external devices from the
Bidirec- PLC external device PLC CPU. Change to a sequence pro-
tional com- gram that uses the dedicated
munication Data reception instructions (BIDOUT/BIDIN).
Data is transmitted from external devices.
PLC external device
Change to a sequence pro-
gram that uses the dedicated
Transmits messages (character strings) to the instruction (PRR).
Transmission using printer function
printer from the PLC CPU. Transmitted by nonproce-
dural protocol using user
frames.
DTR/DSR control Data transmission/reception with external
CD signal control devices is controlled by RS-232 control signals.
Transmis-
sion control DC codes (including Xon/Xoff) are sent/
DC code control received to control data transmission/reception
with external devices.
*1 On the Q series, this is called "MELSEC communication protocol" (abbrev. "MC protocol").
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(2) QnA series

Description
AJ71QC24N QJ71C24N Compat- Reference
AJ71QC24N-R2 QJ71C24N-R2 ibility section
Communications in Communications in dedicated protocol is per-
ASCII mode formed using ASCII data.
Communications in Communications in dedicated protocol is per-
binary mode formed using binary data.
Communi-
Device memory PLC CPU data is read/written to and from exter-
cation
read/wite nal devices.
using dedi-
cated pro- The program on the PC side
tocol *1 Access to another sta- Data is read/written to another station's PLC sometimes must be changed
tion CPU on the network system. according to the network to
pass through.
Data is transmitted to external devices from the
On-demand
PLC CPU.
Data transmission/
reception Data is transmitted/received between the PLC
PLC CPU and external devices.
Non-proce- external device
dural proto- Data transmission/ Data is transmitted or received using the data
col reception in user (user frames) registered to the serial communi-
communi- frames cation module.
cation Binary data is converted to ASCII data before it
Data transmission/
is transmitted.
reception by ASCII
Received ASCII data is converted to binary
binary conversion
data.
Data transmission/
reception Data is transmitted/received between the PLC
Bidirec- PLC CPU and external devices.
tional proto- external device
col
communi- Binary data is converted to ASCII data before it
Data transmission/
cation is transmitted.
reception by ASCII
Received ASCII data is converted to binary
binary conversion
data.
Data is transmitted/
received with another
Communication by dedicated link Study the method for com-
station's PLC CPU on Section
instruction municating via MELSEC-
a multidrop connec- 2.6.2
(SEND/RECV, READ/WRITE, REQ) NET/H.
tion by link instruc-
tions.
DTR/DSR control
Data transmission/reception with external
RS/CS control
devices is controlled by RS-232 control signals.
Transmis- CDsignal control
sion control
DC codes (including Xon/Xoff) are sent/
DC code control received to control data transmission/reception
with external devices.
*1 On the Q series, this is called "MELSEC communication protocol" (abbrev. "MC protocol").
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2.4 Switch Setting Comparison
(1) A series
Description
Switch name QJ71C24N Compat- Precautions for Reference

AJ71UC24 QJ71C24N-R2 ibility replacement section
QJ71C24N-R4
Each of the interface modes’ setting is
determined by the data communica-
tion function to be used.
RS-232 RS-422/485
0 Use not allowed
Dedicated
1 protocol Non-proce-
(format1) dural mode
to to or
Dedicated bidirectional
4 protocol mode
(format4)
Dedicated
Mode switch Set the switch settings
5 Non-proce- protocol
in the GX Developer
dural mode (format1)
PLC parameter set-
to or to tings.
bidirectional Dedicated Refer to (2)*1.
8 mode protocol
(format4)
9 Non-procedural mode
A Dedicated protocol (format1)
to to
D Dedicated protocol (format4)
E Use not allowed
F Self-loopback test Secion
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The station number of the module for

Station number switch when date communications is per-
formed using dedicated protocol is set.
The target interface of transmission There is no distinction
Main chan-
SW11 processing and reception processing with the main channel
nel setting
is set. on the Q series.
Data bit The data bit length of the data to be
SW12
setting transmitted/received is set.
SW13 Transmis-
The transmission speed for when data
to sion speed
is to be transmitted/received is set.
SW15 setting
Parity bit
The parity bit ON/OFF of the data to
SW16 enable/dis-
be sent/received is set.
able setting Set the switch settings
Even/odd The type of parity bit to add to the data in the GX Developer
SW17
Trans- parity setting to be transmitted/received is set. PLC parameter set-
mission Stop The stop bit length of the data to be tings.
specifi- SW18 Refer to (2)*1.
bit setting transmitted/received is set.
cation
Sum check The sum check code presence in ded-
switch
SW21 enable/dis- icated protocol data communications
able setting is set.
Write during
Write during RUN enable/disable in
RUN enable/
SW22 dedicated protocol data communica-
disable set-
tions is set.
ting
computer
link/multi- The function of computer link module
SW23
drop link to be used is set. There is no multidrop
selection link function provided
master/local for the Q series.
The station type for use of multidrop
SW24 station set-
link function is set.
ting
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(2) QnA series

Description
Switch name QJ71C24N AJ71QC24N Compat- Precautions for Reference

QJ71C24N-R2 AJ71QC24N-R2 ibility replacement section
QJ71C24N-R2 AJ71QC24N-R4
Each of the interface modes’ setting is
determined by the data communica-
tion function to be used.
0: (For independent operation/
linked operation)
1: Dedicated protocol (format 1)
Mode switch 3: Dedicated protocol (format 3)
6: Nonprocedural protocol
7: Bidirectional protocol
8 to D: Setting unavailable
E: ROM/RAM/switch test
F: Self-loopback test
The station number of the module for
Station number switch when data communications is per-
formed using dedicated protocol is set.
Operation (independent operation/
Operation
SW01 linked operation) of the two interfaces
setting
is set.
Set the switch settings
Data bit The data bit length of the data to be
SW02 in the GX Developer
setting transmitted/received is set.
PLC parameter set-
Parity bit tings.*1 Section
The parity bit ON/OFF of the data to
SW03 enable/dis- 2.7
be sent/received is set.
able setting
Even/odd The type of parity bit to add to the data
SW04
parity setting to be transmitted/received is set.
Stop bit set- The stop bit length of the data to be
SW05
ting transmitted/received is set.
Trans- Sum check The sum check code ON/OFF in dedi-
mission SW06 enable/dis- cated protocol/bidirectional protocol
specifi- able setting data communications is set.
cation
Write during
switch Write during RUN enable/disable in
RUN
SW07 dedicated protocol data communica-
enable/dis-
tions is set.
able setting
Setting
change Mode switching and E2PROM write
SW08
enable/dis- enabled/disabled are set.
able setting
SW09 Transmis-
The transmission speed for when data
to sion speed
is to be transmitted/received is set.
SW12 setting
SW13
to (All switches are set to OFF.)
SW15
*1 The Q series serial communication module switch setting is set in the GX Developer PLC parameter settings.
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2.5 Program Comparison
2.5.1 I/O signal
(1) A series
There is no compatibility in the I/O signal assignments between the A series and the Q series.
Make a new sequence program.
AJ71UC24 Compat-
Precautions for replacement
Input signal Signal name ibility
On the Q series, Xn0, Xn1, Xn7, and Xn8 are used as the transmission com-
Xn0 Transmission complete
plete signals.
On the Q series, Xn3, Xn4, XnA, and XnB are used as the read request,
Xn1 Receive data read request
receive data, and read request signals.
Xn2 Global signal On the Q series, X(n+1)A and X(n+1)B are used as global signals.
Transmission complete of on-demand data is confirmed by the complete
Xn3 On-demand in execution
device of the ONDEMAND instruction.
Xn4
Computer link module The status is confirmed by the transmission sequence state storage area
Xn5
Transmission sequence status (addresses: 597(256H), 613(265H)) in buffer memory.
Xn6
Xn7 Computer link module ready On the Q series, X(n+1)E is used as the ready signal.
On the Q series, Xn8 is used as the abnormal completion of transmission
Xn8 Use prohibited
signal.
Xn9 Mode switching complete On the Q series, Xn6 is used as the mode switching complete signal.
XnA Use prohibited On the Q series, XnA and XnB are used as signals for various applications.
XnB Use prohibited (Refer to (2).)
XnC Use prohibited
XnD Watchdog timer On the Q series, X(n+1)F is used as the watchdog timer signal.
XnE Use prohibited
On the Q series, XnE to X(n+1)F are used as signals for various applica-
to to
tions. (Refer to (2).)
X(n+1)F Use prohibited
AJ71UC24 Compat-
Precautions for replacement
Output signal Signal name ibility
Yn0 Use prohibited
On the Q series, Yn0 to YnF are used as signals for various applications.
to to
(Refer to (2).)
YnF Use prohibited
Y(n+1)0 Send request On the Q series, Yn0 and Yn7 are used as the send request signals.
On the Q series, Yn1 and Yn8 are used as the receive data read complete
Y(n+1)1 Receive data read complete
signals.
Y(n+1)2 Use prohibited
On the Q series, Y(n+1)2 to Y(n+1)8 are used as signals for various applica-
to to
tions. (Refer to (2).)
On the Q series, Yn2 and Yn9 are used as the mode switching request sig-
Y(n+1)9 Mode switching request
nals.
Y(n+1)A Use prohibited
Y(n+1)B Use prohibited
On the Q series, Y(n+1)C is used as the system setting default request sig-
Y(n+1)C Use prohibited
nal.
Y(n+1)D Use prohibited
Y(n+1)E Use prohibited
Y(n+1)F Use prohibited
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(2) QnA series

Signal name
AJ71QC24N QJ71C24N Compat- Precautions for
Input signal
AJ71QC24N-R2 QJ71C24N-R2 ibility replacement
Normal completion of Normal completion of
Xn0
transmission transmission
Abnormal completion of Abnormal completion of
Xn1
CH1 CH1
Transmission processing in Transmission processing in
Xn2
progress progress
Xn3 Receive data read request Receive data read request
Xn4 Receive error detection Receive error detection
Xn5 (System use) (System use)
Xn6 CH1 mode switching CH1 mode switching
Normal completion of Normal completion of
Xn7
Abnormal completion of Abnormal completion of
Xn8
CH2 CH2
Transmission processing in Transmission processing in
Xn9
progress progress
XnA Receive data read request Receive data read request
XnB Receive error detection Receive error detection
XnC (System use) (System use)
XnD CH2 mode switching CH2 mode switching
XnE CH1 ERR.LED ON CH1 error.
XnF CH2 ERR.LED ON CH2 error.
X(n+1)0 Modem initialization completion Modem initialization completion
X(n+1)1 Dialing Dialing
X(n+1)2 Connecting Line connection
Abnormal completion of initialization/
X(n+1)3 Initialization, line connection failure
connection
X(n+1)4 Modem disconnection completion Line disconnection completion
X(n+1)5 Normal completion of notification Normal completion of notification
X(n+1)6 Abnormal completion of notification Abnormal completion of notification
X(n+1)7 E2PROM read complete Flash ROM read complete
X(n+1)8 E2PROM write complete Flash ROM write complete
X(n+1)9 E2PROM system setting write complete Flash ROM system setting completion
X(n+1)A CH1 global signal CH1 global signal
X(n+1)B CH2 global signal CH2 global signal
X(n+1)C System setting default completion System setting default completion
X(n+1)D (System use) (System use)
X(n+1)E QC24N ready signal (accessible) C24 ready signal
X(n+1)F Watchdog timer Watchdog timer
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Signal name
Output signal
AJ71QC24N-R2 QJ71C24N-R2 ibility replacement
Yn0 Send request Send request
Yn1 CH1 Receive data read complete CH1 Receive data read complete
Yn2 Mode switching request Mode switching request
Yn3 Use prohibited Use prohibited
to to to
Yn6 Use prohibited Use prohibited
Yn7 Send request Send request
Yn8 CH2 Receive data read complete CH2 Receive data read complete
Yn9 Mode switching request Mode switching request
YnA Use prohibited Use prohibited
to to to
YnD Use prohibited Use prohibited
CH1 side error information initialization
YnE CH1 ERR.LED OFF request
request
CH2 side error information initialization
YnF CH2 ERR.LED OFF request
request
Y(n+1)0 Modem initialization request Modem initialization request
Y(n+1)1 Connection request Line connection request
Y(n+1)2 Modem disconnection request Line disconnection request
Y(n+1)3 Use prohibited Use prohibited
Y(n+1)4 Notification issue request Notification issue request
Y(n+1)7 E2PROM read request Flash ROM read request
Y(n+1)8 E2PROM write request Flash ROM write request
Y(n+1)9 E2PROM system setting write request Flash ROM system setting reqnest
Y(n+1)A Use prohibited Use prohibited
Y(n+1)B Use prohibited Use prohibited
Y(n+1)C System setting default request System setting default request
Y(n+1)D Use prohibited Use prohibited
Y(n+1)E Use prohibited Use prohibited
Y(n+1)F Use prohibited Use prohibited
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2.5.2 Buffer memory
(1) A series
There is no compatibility in the buffer memory assignments between the A series and the Q series.
The table below shows the main assignment areas for the initial settings and for transmission/reception.
AJ71UC24
Compat-
Buffer memory address Precautions for replacement
Buffer memory name ibility
HEX DEC
Non-procedural send data count On the Q series, the area of address 400H, 800H (1024, 2048) is
0H 0
storage area used as the send data count specification area.
1H 1
On the Q series, the area from address 401H, 801H (1025, 2049)
to to Send data storage area
is used as the send data specification area.
7FH 127
Non-procedural receive data count On the Q series, the area of address 600H, A00H (1536, 2560) is
80H 128
storage area used as the receive data count specification area.
81H 129
On the Q series, the area from address 601H, A01H (1537, 2561)
to to Receive data storage area
is used as the receive data storage area.
FFH 255
Non-procedural receive end code On the Q series, the area of address A5H, 145H (165, 325) is
100H 256
specification used as the receive end code specification area.
On the Q series, the area from address 101H (257) onward is
to to to
used for various applications.
Non-procedural word/byte On the Q series, the area of 96H, 136H (150, 310) is used as the
103H 259
specification area word/byte unit specification area.*1
On the Q series, the area of address A2H, 142H (162, 322) is
Non-procedural send buffer memory
104H 260 used as the send buffer memory head address specification
head address specification area
area.*1
Non-procedural send buffer memory On the Q series, the area of address A3H, 143H (163, 323) is
105H 261
length specification area used as the send buffer memory length specification area.*1
Non-procedural receive buffer memory
106H 262 used as the receive buffer memory head address specification
area.*1
Non-procedural receive buffer memory
107H 263 used as the receive buffer memory buffer memory length specifi-
length specification area
cation area.*1
Non-procedural receive end data On the Q series, the area of address A4H, 144H (164, 324) is
108H 264
count specification area used as the receive end data count specification area.*1
On-demand buffer memory
109H 265 used as the on-demand buffer memory head address specifica-
tion area.*1
10AH 266 On-demand length specification area
used as the on-demand data length specification area.*1
RS-232 CD terminal check setting On the Q series, the area of 97H, 137H (151, 311) is used as the
10BH 267
area CD terminal check specification area.*1
to to to On the Q series, the area from address 10CH (152) onward is
DFFH 3583 used for various applications.
*1 Make the initial setting on the utility package (GX Configurator-SC).
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(2) QnA series

The table below shows the main assignment areas for the initial settings and for transmission/reception.

Buffer memory address Buffer memory name
HEX DEC AJ71QC24N-R2 QJ71C24N-R2 ibility replacement
System setting area LED, communication error clear area
0H 0 CH1 LED OFF, communication CH1 LED OFF, communication
error clear request area error clear request area
to to to to
2EH 46
Modem Function area Modem function specification-1 area
to to
(For initial setting) (For initial setting)
38H 56
39H 57 System area (use prohibited) System area (use prohibited)
to to to to
8FH 143 System area (use prohibited) System area (use prohibited)
90H, 130H 144, 304
Mode switching area Mode switching specification area
91H, 131H 145, 305
Use the default
92H, 132H 146, 306 System area (use prohibited) RS•DTR signal status spefication area
value.
DTR/DSR, DC control DTR/DSR, DC control
93H, 133H 147, 307
specification area specification area
94H, 134H 148, 308 DC1/DC3 code specification area DC1/DC3 code specification area
95H, 135H 149, 309 DC2/DC4 code specification area DC2/DC4 code specification area
96H, 136H 150, 310 Word/byte specification area Word/byte specification area
RS-232 RS-232
97H, 137H 151, 311
CD terminal check setting area CD terminal check setting area
to to to to
On-demand buffer memory On-demand buffer memory
A0H, 140H 160, 320
head address specification area head address specification area
On-demand data length On-demand data length
A1H, 141H 161, 321
Send buffer memory Send buffer memory
A2H, 142H 162, 322
Send buffer memory length Send buffer memory length
A3H, 143H 163, 323
Receive end data count Receive end data count
A4H, 144H 164, 324
Receive end code specification
A5H, 145H 165, 325 Receive end code specification area
area
receive buffer memory receive buffer memory
A6H, 146H 166, 326
receive buffer memory receive buffer memory length
A7H, 147H 167, 327
length specification area specification area
to to to to
200H 512
to to System information area System information area
220H 544
221H 545
to to Modem function area Modem function area
23DH 573
23EH 574 System information area
to to System area (use prohibited)
24EH 590 System area (use prohibited)
24FH 591 station No. setting check area
to to to to
3FFH 1023 System area (use prohibited) System area (use prohibited)
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HEX DEC AJ71QC24N-R2 QJ71C24N-R2 ibility replacement
CH1 transfer buffer memory CH1 transfer buffer memory
400H 1024
Send data count specification area Send data count specification area
401H 1025
to to Send data specification area Send data specification area
5FFH 1535
Receive data count Receive data count
600H 1536
601H 1537
to to Receive data storage area Receive data storage area
7FFH 2047
CH2 transfer buffer memory CH2 transfer buffer memory
800H 2048
Send data count specification area Send data count specification area
801H 2049
to to Send data specification area Send data specification area
9FFH 2559
Receive data count Receive data count
A00H 2560
A01H 2561
to to Receive data storage area Receive data storage area
BFFH 3071
C00H 3072
to to User free area User free area
1AFFH 6911
1B00H 6912
User frame
to to User registration area
registration area
1FF6H 8182
1FF7H 8183
System area System area
to to
(use prohibited) (use prohibited)
1FFFH 8191
Flash ROM write enable/disable
2000H 8192 An additional
specification area
sequence program is
2001H 8193 required depending
to to (Area for new function) on the functions to
be used.
3FFFH 16383
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2.6 Reuse of Exsting Programs
2.6.1 Reuse of A series programs

Data communications between PLC CPUs and external devices, and between PLC CPUs that was per-
formed by the A series computer link module can also be performed using Q series serial communica-
tion modules.
The following shows a description of how to reuse programs for A series computer link module for use
on a Q series serial communication module at replacement of modules.
Item Relevant device Description Remarks

[Initial Setting on the Utility Package]
Make the initial setting on the utility package (GX Configu-
rator-SC).
[Deleting the initial setting program]
Refer to the User's Manual
Initial setting PLC CPU Delete the initial setting program.
(Basic).
[Setting the sum check code of the bidirectional protocol]
When appending messages with the sum check code in
bidirectional protocol communications, set the switches in
the GX Developer PC parameters.
[Access to another station]
When accessing other station's PLC CPU via MELSEC-
NET/H, set "Valid module during other station access" in
PLC CPU the GX Developer network parameters. •Refer to the GX Developer
[Data transmission by the on-demand function] Operating Manual.
Communication using Change to a sequence program that uses the dedicated •Refer to the User's Manual
dedicated protocol instruction (ONDEMAND). (Basic).
(MC protocol communi-
[Accessing the PLC CPU] •Refer to the MELSEC com-
cation)
The available commands, accessible device range, and munication protocol refer-
Communication access to another station are restricted. *1 *2 ence manual.
target device [Access to another station]
Another station cannot be accessed via the data link sys-
tem (MELSECNET(II), MELSECNET/B).
[Transmission/reception of data]
PLC CPU Change to a sequence program that uses the dedicated
Non-procedural commu- instructions (INPUT, OUTPUT).
nication [Transmission of data]
(Non-procedural protocol When receiving by the receive end code on the PLC CPU
communication) Communication
side, transmit the data (default, CR+LF (codes: 0DH, 0AH)) Refer to the User's Manual
target device
of the end code at the end of the data to be transmitted to (Basic).
the PLC CPU. *3
Bidirectional communica-
[Transmission/reception of data]
tion
PLC CPU Change to a sequence program that uses the dedicated
(Bidirectional protocol
instructions (BIDIN, BIDOUT).
communication)
[Printing messages on a printer]
When messages*4 were being printed on a printer, create a
Transmission using Refer to the User's Manual
PLC CPU transmission program using user frames of the Q series
printer function (Application).
serial communication module.*5
Delete programs that use the regular printer function.
[Assignment of I/O signals]
There is no compatibility in the I/O signal (X/Y) assignments
PLC CPU
between the A series and the Q series.
Check the I/O signals (X/Y) in use, and correct the program.
Refer to the User's Manual
Others [Assignment of buffer memory]
PLC CPU (Basic).
There is no compatibility in the buffer memory assignments
and
between the A series and the Q series.
Communication
Check the target buffer memories and addresses of the
target device
data to read/write, and correct the program.
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*1 Only accessing of device memory on the PLC CPU is available.

Accessible device range is the same as that on the A series PLC CPU.
The following devices cannot be accessed from external devices:
• Devices newly added on by QCPU

• Latch relays (L) and step relays (S)
* In the case of QCPU, latch relays (L) and step relays (S) are different devices from internal relays (M). Internal relays,
however, are accessed whichever of these relays is specified.
• File registers (R)
To use a function other than accessing of device memories, access using the new commands for the Q series serial com-
munication module.
(Create a new program.)
*2 The following devices in special relays (M9000 onwards) and special registers (D9000 onwards) are accessed:
• SD1000 to SD1255 are accessed by specifying D9000 to D9255.
• SM1000 to SM1255 are accessed by specifying M9000 to M9255.
*3 In the same way as when an A series computer link module is used, any receive end code can be registered to a Q series
serial communication module, and data can be transmitted to external devices as a result of this.
*4 Messages that are handled by an A series computer link module become user frames on a Q series serial communication
module.
*5 Messages (user frames) can be registered on the utility package (GX Configurator-SC).
Messages are transmitted by the dedicated instruction (PRR).
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2.6.2 Reuse of A series programs
Data communications between PLC CPUs and external devices, and between PLC CPUs that was per-
formed by the QnA series serial communication module can also be performed using Q series serial
communication modules.
The following shows a description of how reuse programs for a QnA series serial communication mod-
ule for use on a Q series serial communication module at replacement of module.
Item Relevant device Description Remarks
[Data communications by link instructions]
Link instructions are not provided with a function for per-
forming data communications with another stations PLC
Communication using link CPU on a multidrop connection.
PLC CPU
instruction The communications method must be changed (e.g. com-
munications via MELSECNET/H).
Delete the data communications program using the link
instruction.
[Data communications on the RS-422/485 interface]
The precautions during data communications are the same
as when a QnA series serial communication module is
Communication Refer to the User's Manual
Others used.
target device (Basic).
First check operation of the RS-422/485 interface on the
PLC CPU side, and then insert a wait time, etc. to adjust the
data transmission/reception timing.
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2.7 Other Precaution
The following shows the precautions relating to Q series serial communication modules when A series/
QnA series PLCs are replaced with Q series PLCs.
(1) About processing time

The data communications processing time differs on the A/QnA series modules and Q series modules.
For this reason, the data communications timing, etc. also differ. If necessary, adjust the timing by insert-
ing a wait time, for example.
For actual details on processing times, refer to the manual for the respective module.
(2) About switch settings

When using a Q series serial communication module, be sure to set the operation mode, station number
and transmission specifications in the following parameter setting screen on GX Developer.
• "Switch setting for intelligent function module" screen
The Q series serial communication module does not have setting switches for setting the mode setting,
station number setting and transmission specifications setting.
(3) About the RS-422 interface

Q series communication modules do not have the connector specifications RS-422 interface (CH1) that
is available on the QnA series communication module AJ71QC24N-R4.
Use the RS-232 interface or terminal block specifications RS-422/485 interface to connect to external
devices.
(4) About data communications on the RS-422/485 interface

The precautions during data communications on the RS-422/485 interface are the same as when a QnA
series serial communication module is used. When external devices may receive the wrong data, attach
a pullup/pulldown transistor on the external device side.
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2.8 Program Examples
The following shows an example of how to change the nonprocedural communications program on the
A series computer link module for use on a Q series serial communication module when replacing an A
series PLC with a Q series PLC.
When applying the program examples introduced in this section to an actual program, sufficiently study
if there will be any problem in control on the target system.
(1) Program example of A series computer link module
PLC CPU AJ71UC24

Buffer memory
Address
Send Data writing 0H Data sending
M10
enable TOP
flag
SET Personal
Send request computer
X0
RST
Send completion
Read request
X1 Buffer memory
FROMP Data reading Address
80H
Y11
Data receiving
Read completion
(When using FROM/TO instruction)
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(a) When using application instruction(FROM/TO)
Transmission processing
Writes No. of send data.
Send Module Transmis- Send
enable ready sion com- request
flag signal plete
Writes send data.

Send
data
Performs send request.

Send
request
Turns OFF the send request

Transmis- Send
sion com- request signal upon transmission
plete completion.
(Flag control at transmission

Transmission normal
complete flag completion)
Send completion Transmission normal

check flag complete flag
Reception proccessing
Reads No. of receive data.
Receive No.of receive
data read data
Transfers the No. of receive

No.of receive
data data to the index register.
Reads received amount of data.

Receive
data
Turns ON the read complete

Receive data
read complete
signal of the receive data.
(Flag control at reception

Reception normal
complete flag completion)
Receive completion Reception normal

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(b) When using dedicated instruction(PRN/INPUT)
Send Module Transmis- Send

enable ready sion com- request
flag signal plete
Specifies the module's head I/O
signal.
Specifies No. of send data.
Specifies send data.

Send
data
Specifies a device by which

Transmission execution completion can be
complete checked.
(Instruction execution)
(Flag control at transmission

Transmission Transmission normal
complete
completion)
complete flag
Send completion Transmission normal

Reception processing
Specifies allowable No. of receive
Allowable No. of
receive data
data.
Receive
data read
Specifies the module's head I/O

signal.

Allowable No. of
receive data data.
Specifies a head device from

Receive which receive data are stored.
data
Specifies a device by which

Reception execution completion can be
complete checked.

Receive Reception normal
complete complete flag completion)
Receive completion Reception normal

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(2) Example of program for Q series serial communication module
PLC CPU QJ71C24N

Send Buffer memory
Address
enable Data writing 400H Data sending
M10
flag
OUTPUT Personal
Send request computer
Send completion
M0
Read request
X3 Buffer memory
Address
X4
Data reading 600H
INPUT
Read completion Data receiving
M20
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Specifies channel No. for data
Send Interface transmission.
enable No.
flag
Clears the device where the

Transmis- transmission result is stored.
sion result
Specifies No. of send data.

No. of send
data
Interface Send Transmis- Data stored in the area starting
No. data sion com- D11 from are sent.
plete
Transmis-
Transmission Transmission normal
sion com- complete flag completion)
normal/abnormal
plete
Transmission Transmission
normal/abnormal failed flag
Send Transmission normal

comple- complete flag
tion
check
flag
Transmission
failed flag
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Reception processing
Specifies channel No. for data
CH1 read Interface
No.
reception.
request
Clears the device where the

CH1 re- Reception reception result is stored.
ception result
error
detection

Allowable No. of data.
receive data
Interface Reception Receive data are stored in the
No. complete
area starting from D30.

Reception Reception Reception normal completion)
complete normal/abnormal complete flag
Reception Reception
normal/abnormal failed flag
Receive Reception normal

comple- complete flag
tion
check
flag
Reception
failed flag
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Memo
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3 ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULE REPLACEMENT
3 ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULE

3
REPLACEMENT
3.1 List of Ethernet Interface Modules to be Replaced
(1) Transition from A series to Q series

Network type Model to be discontinued Alternative model
AJ71E71N3-T
10BASE-T QJ71E71-100
AJ71E71N-T
10BASE5 AJ71E71N-B5 QJ71E71-B5
10BASE2 AJ71E71N-B2 QJ71E71-B2
(2) Transition from QnA series to Q series

Network type Model to be discontinued Alternative model
AJ71QE71N3-T
10BASE-T QJ71E71-100
AJ71QE71N-T
10BASE5 AJ71QE71N-B5 QJ71E71-B5
10BASE2 AJ71QE71N-B2 QJ71E71-B2
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3.2 Performance Specifications Comparison
3.2.1 Module performance comparison
(1) A series
(a) 10BASE-T
: Compatible, : Partial change required, : Incompatible
Specifications Compat-
AJ71E71N3-T, AJ71E71N-T QJ71E71-100 ibility
Transmission speed 10Mbps 100Mbps/10Mbps
Communication mode Half-duplex Full duplex/Half-duplex
Transmission method Base band
Trans-
mission Maximum segment
100m*1
specifi- length
cations Up to two modules can be
Maximum number of connected in a cascade
Cascade connection: Up to 4
nodes/connection connection when using at 100
Mbps.
Number of allowable
simultaneously open 8 connections 16 connections
Trans- connections
fer data
storage Fixed buffer 1k word 8 1k word 16 Change the sequence program
memory as buffer memory
Random access buffer 3k words 2 6k words 1 assignments differ.
(Refer to 3.6.2.)
No. of occupied I/O points (I/O assignment special 32 (I/O assignment intelli 32
points) points)
*1 Length between hub and node
(b) 10BASE5
AJ71E71N-B5 QJ71E71-B5 ibility
Transmission speed 10Mbps
Communication mode Half-duplex
Trans- Max. distance between
2500m
mission nodes
specifi- Maximum segment
cations 500m
length
Maximum number of
100/segment
nodes/connection
Minimum node interval 2.5m
Number of allowable
Trans- connections
fer data
(Refer to 3.6.2.)
points) points)
12V DC external power supply
Use a transceiver and AUI cables that satisfy specifications.
capacity (Transceiver)
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(c) 10BASE2
AJ71E71N-B2 QJ71E71-B2 ibility
925m
mission nodes
cations 185m
length
Maximum number of
30/segment
nodes/connection
Number of allowable
Trans- connections
fer data
(Refer to 3.6.2.)
points) points)
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(2) QnA series

(a) 10BASE-T
Specifications
Compat-
Item AJ71QE71N3-T, Precautions for replacement
QJ71E71-100 ibility
AJ71QE71N-T
Transmission speed 10Mbps 100Mbps/10Mbps
Communication mode Half-duplex Full duplex/Half-duplex
Trans-
mission Maximum segment
100m*1
specifi- length
cations Up to two modules can be
Maximum number of connected in a cascade
Cascade connection: Up to 4
nodes/connection connection when using at 100
Mbps.
Number of allowable
Trans- simultaneously open 8 connections 16 connections
fer data connections
storage
Fixed buffer 1k word 8 1k word 16
memory
Random access buffer 6k words 1
Max. 100,000 times on
No. of E2PROM writes No E2PROM (Refer to 3.8.)
same area in E2PROM
points) points)
*1 Length between hub and node
(b) 10BASE5
AJ71QE71N-B5 QJ71E71-B5 ibility
2500m
mission nodes
cations 500m
length
Maximum number of
100/segment
nodes/connection
Number of allowable
storage
memory
same area in E2PROM
points) points)
12V DC external power supply
Use a transceiver and AUI cables that satisfy specifications.
capacity (Transceiver)
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(c) 10BASE2
: compatible, : partial change required, : Incompatible
AJ71QE71N-B2 QJ71E71-B2 ibility
925m
mission nodes
cations 185m
length
Maximum number of
30/segment
nodes/connection
Number of allowable
storage
memory
same area in E2PROM
points) points)
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3.2.2 Cable specifications comparison

The Q series can use connectable devices (e.g. hubs*1, cables, transceivers*2) that are being used
on the A/QnA series.
For details on connectable devices, refer to the Q Corresponding Ethernet Interface Module
User's Manual (Basic).
*1 When connecting a hub that does not have the auto-negotiation function
On a connection with a hub that does not have the auto-negotiation function,
set the hub side to the half-duplex communication mode.
*2 About wiring of the external power supply terminal (for the transceiver) on the QJ71E71-B5
An FG terminal is not provided for the external power supply terminal on the QJ71E71-B5.
When handling the FG terminal on the external power supply (for the transceiver),
ground the FG signal on the external power supply side.
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3.3 Function Comparison
(1) A series
Description
AJ71E71N3-T Compat-
Item QJ71E71-100 Precautions for replacement
AJ71E71N-T ibility
QJ71E71-B5
AJ71E71N-B5
QJ71E71-B2
AJ71E71N-B2
Delete the sequence program of
the section corresponding to the
The state in which data communications with an external device
Initial processing function, and set in the GX
is possible is set.
Developer network parameters.
*1 (Refer to 3.9.)
Change to a sequence program
The communications line for performing data communications that uses the dedicated
Open processing
with external devices is connected. instructions (OPEN, CLOSE).*5
(Refer to 3.9.)
Communications using fixed The fixed buffer on the Ethernet interface module is used to
that uses the dedicated
buffer send/receive the desired data between the PLC CPU and
instructions (BUFSND,
(procedural, nonprocedural) external devices.
BUFRCV). (Refer to 3.9.)
Change the sequence program
Communications using Data is read/written to the random access buffer of the Ethernet
as buffer memory assignments
random access buffer interface module from multiple external devices.
differ. (Refer to 3.6.2.)
Some of the commands and
Read/write communications of
PLC CPU data is read/written to and from external devices. device ranges are restricted.
PLC CPU internal data
(Refer to 3.7.)
Data is sent/received to all external devices on the same
Broadcast communication Ethernet network as the Ethernet interface module
by UDP/IP-based data communications. (broadcast)
Communications while the Data communications can be continued when the PLC CPU
function, and set in the GX
PLC CPU is stopped enters a stop state. (during passive open processing)
*2
Router relay function Data communications is performed via a router and a gateway. function, and set in the GX
*3
Existence check of external Whether or not the external device is operating normally after
that uses the dedicated
device the connection is established (in open processing) is checked
instructions (OPEN).*5
The connection is opened with connection for reception and Change to a sequence program
Communications using pairing
connection for transmission as a single pair. (for fixed buffer that uses the dedicated
open
communications) instructions (OPEN).*4*5
Unit of timer set values for Set the unit (500 ms/2 s) of the section corresponding to the
data communications timer values function.
Fixed to 500 ms
*1 Initial Processing
The Q series performs initial processing by setting the following items in the GX Developer network parameters.
• "Network parameters setting the number of MNET/10H Ethernet cards"
• "Operational settings"
• "Initial settings"
There is no need for a sequence program for initial processing/end processing.
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*2 Communications while the PLC CPU is stopped

By setting "Operational settings" - "Initial timing" to "Always wait for OPEN", the Q series can perform communications while
the PLC CPU is stopped.
For connections for which passive open and communications during a stop are set to enabled, it is not necessary to use a
sequence program for communications during a stop/open processing/close processing.
*3 Router relay function

The Q series sets the router relay function at "Network parameters" - "router relay parameter" on GX Developer.
There is no need for a sequence program for the router relay function.
*4 Communications using pairing open

On the Q series, the pairing open setting of connection No.8 is not possible.
(Connection No.8 is pairing for reception, and connection No.1 is pairing for transmission.)
When the pairing open setting of connection No.8 has been made, change the sequence program.
On the Q series, the pairing open settings of connection No.1 to 7, and 9 to 15 are possible.
*5 Open processing
When "Operational settings" - "Initial timing" in GX Developer is set to "Always wait for OPEN", the sequence program using
dedicated instruction (OPEN/CLOSE) is not required.
3-8
(2) QnA series

Description
AJ71QE71N3-T Compat- Precautions for
Item QJ71E71-100
AJ71QE71N-T ibility replacement
QJ71E71-B5
AJ71QE71N-B5
QJ71E71-B2
AJ71QE71N-B2
Sequence Some communications
program are restricted.*1
Initial The state in which data communications with an external device is
processing GX Developer possible is set.
network
parameters
The communications line for performing data communications with
Open processing
external devices is connected.
Communications using fixed The fixed buffer on the Ethernet interface module is used to
buffer send/receive the desired data between the PLC CPU and external
(procedural, nonprocedural) devices.
Communications using random Data is read/written to the random access buffer of the Ethernet
access buffer interface module from multiple external devices.
Some of the commands
Read/write communications of
PLC CPU data is read/written to and from external devices. and device ranges are
PLC CPU internal data
restricted. (Refer to 3.7.)
Communications using data link Use data link instructions to read/write LPC CPU data of other stations
instructions via Ethernet
The default log-in name
and password have been
File transfer Use FTP commands to read/write individual files from external changed from
(FTP server functions) devices. "AJ71QE71" to
"QJ71E71", so set the
log-in name again.
Data is sent/received to all external devices on the same Ethernet
Broadcast communication network as the Ethernet interface module by UDP/IP-based data
communications. (broadcast)
Delete the sequence pro-
gram of the section cor-
Communications while the PLC Data communications can be continued when the PLC CPU enters a responding to the
CPU is stopped stop state. (during passive open processing) function, and set in the
GX Developer network
parameters. *2
On a network system comprising a mixture of Ethernet and
MELSECNET/H,
MELSECNET/H or MELSECNET/10, or a network system that relays Some communications
MELSECNET/10 relay
through multiple Ethernets, data communications is performed via are restricted.*3
exchange
these multiple networks.
Router relay function Data communications is performed via a router and a gateway.
Existence check of external Whether or not the external device is operating normally after the
device connection is established (in open processing) is checked
The connection is opened with connection for reception and
Communications using pairing Some communications
connection for transmission as a single pair. (For fixed buffer
open are restricted.*4
communications)
Parameter registration to No E2PROM
Saves parameters to E2PROM.
E2PROM (Refer to 3.8.)
*1 Initial processing using a sequence program

• All of the items (e.g. data code setting) that were set on the QnA series exchange condition setting switch operate
in an OFF state.
To change the communication conditions, add the sequence program for re-initial processing.
• As the network number and station number cannot be set, the Ethernet interface module cannot be connected
with MELSOFT products (e.g. GX Developer).
To perform the above, perform initial processing by GX Developer network parameters.
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*2 Communications while the PLC CPU is stopped

By setting "Operational settings" - "Initial timing" to "Always wait for OPEN", the Q series can perform communications while
the PLC CPU is stopped.
For connections for which passive open and communications during a stop are set to enabled, it is not necessary to use a
sequence program for communications during a stop/open processing/close processing.
*3 MELSECNET/H, MELSECNET/10 relay exchange

On the Q series, Ethernet parameters (network number and station number) using the EPRSET instruction cannot be set.
When the EPRSET instruction is in use, delete the sequence program of the corresponding section, and set the Ethernet
parameters in the GX Developer network parameters.
*4 Communications using pairing open

On the Q series, the pairing open setting of connection No.8 is not possible.
(Connection No.8 is pairing for reception, and connection No.1 is pairing for transmission.)
When the pairing open setting of connection No.8 has been made, change the sequence program.
On the Q series, the pairing open settings of connection No.1 to 7, and 9 to 15 are possible.
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3.4 Switch Setting Comparison
(1) A series
Description
AJ71E71N3-T Compat- Precautions for
Switch name QJ71E71-100
AJ71E71N-T ibility replacement
QJ71E71-B5
AJ71E71N-B5
QJ71E71-B2
AJ71E71N-B2
Selects the operation mode.
0: Online
1: Offline Set in GX Developer net-
Operation mode setting switch 2: Test 1 work parameters.
(self-loopback test) (1) in *1)
3: Test 2 (RAM test)
4: Test 3 (ROM test)
Selection
of line
Selects line processing when a
process- Closes the line when a
TCP ULP timeout error occurs.
SW1 ing at a TCP ULP timeout error
OFF: Closes the line.
TCP occurs.
ON : Does not close the line.
timeout
error
Selects the communications data
Set in GX Developer
Exchan Data code code type.
SW2 network parameters.
ge con- setting OFF: Binary code
(2) in *1)
dition ON : ASCII code
setting Selects write during RUN
switch CPU com-
enable/disable.
munica- Set in GX Developer
OFF: Write during RUN
SW7 tions network parameters.
disabled
timing (3) in *1)
ON : Write during RUN
setting
enabled
Selects the initial processing A quick start is
Initial startup timing. performed (Initial
SW8
timing OFF: Quickstart processing starts up with
ON : Normal start no delay time.)
*1 GX Developer network parameters
2)
1)
3)
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(2) QnA series

Description
Switch name QJ71E71-100
QJ71E71-B5
AJ71QE71N-B5
QJ71E71-B2
AJ71QE71N-B2
Selects the operation mode.
0: Online
1: Offline Set in GX Developer
Operation mode setting switch 2: Test 1 (self-loopback test) network parameters.
3: Test 2 (RAM test) (1) in *1)
4: Test 3 (ROM test)
5: Test 4 (E2PROM test)
Selection
of line
Selects line processing when a
process- Closes the line when a
TCP ULP timeout error occurs.
SW1 ing at a TCP ULP timeout error
OFF: Closes the line.
TCP occurs.
ON : Does not close the line.
timeout
error
Selects the communications data
Set in GX Developer
Data code code type.
SW2 network parameters.
setting OFF: Binary code
(2) in *1)
ON : ASCII code
Exchan
Selects the startup method when
ge con- Automatic
a module is started.
dition startup Operation follows the
SW3 OFF: Operation follows Y19.
setting mode setting of Y19.*2
ON : Operation regardless of
switch setting
Y19
Selects write during RUN
CPU
enable/disable.
communi- Set in GX Developer
OFF: Write during RUN
SW7 cations network parameters.
disabled
timing (3) in *1)
ON : Write during RUN
setting
enabled
Selects the initial processing A quick start is
Initial startup timing. performed (Initial
SW8
timing OFF: Quickstart processing starts up with
ON : Normal start no delay time.)
*1 GX Developer network parameters
2)
1)
3)
*2 When performing initial processing using GX Developer network parameters, initial processing is executed automatically.
(There is no need for a sequence program for initial processing/end processing.)
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3.5 Parameter Comparison
(1) A series
The Q series is not compatible as parameters that were set in buffer memory are set
in GX Developer network parameters.
Set new parameters.
(2) QnA series

Description
Parameter name QJ71E71-100
QJ71E71-B5
AJ71QE71N-B5
QJ71E71-B2
AJ71QE71N-B2
Network type Network type
Start I/O No. Start I/O No.
Network No. Network No.
Group No. Group No.
Station No. Station No.
On the QnA series,
the mode was set on the
Mode
operation mode setting
Network parameter switch.
IP address setting Operational setting
Initial settings On the QnA series,
the setting was set in the
Open settings sequence program.
Station No. <-> IP information Station No. <-> IP information
FTP Parameters FTP Parameters
Router relay parameter Router relay parameter
Routing parameters Routing parameters
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3.6 Program Comparison
3.6.1 I/O signal

(1) A series
Signal name
Input signal QJ71E71-100
QJ71E71-B5
AJ71E71N-B5
QJ71E71-B2
AJ71E71N-B2
Transmission normal end or reception Transmission normal end or reception
Xn0
end (For connection No.1) end (For connection No.1)
Transmission error detection or Transmission error detection or
Xn1 reception error detection reception error detection
(For connection No.1) (For connection No.1)
Xn2
Xn4
Xn6
Xn8
XnA
XnB reception error detection reception error detection
XnC
XnD reception error detection reception error detection
XnE
XnF reception error detection reception error detection
X(n+1)0 Open end (For connection No.1) Open end (For connection No.1)
X(n+1)8 Open error detection Open error detection
X(n+1)9 Initial normal end Initial normal end
X(n+1)A Initial error end Initial error end
X(n+1)B Use prohibited Use prohibited
X(n+1)C COM. ERR LED ON COM. ERR LED ON
X(n+1)D
Use prohibited Use prohibited
X(n+1)E
X(n+1)F Watchdog timer error detection Watchdog timer error detection
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Signal name
Output signal QJ71E71-100
QJ71E71-B5
AJ71E71N-B5
QJ71E71-B2
AJ71E71N-B2
Transmission request or reception end Transmission request or reception end
Yn0
check (For connection No.1) check (For connection No.1)
Yn1
Yn2
Yn3
Yn4
Yn5
Yn6
Yn7
Yn8 Open request (For connection No.1) Open request (For connection No.1)
YnA Open request (For connection No.3) Open request (For connection No.3)
YnB Open request (For connection No.4) Open request (For connection No.4)
YnC Open request (For connection No.5) Open request (For connection No.5)
YnD Open request (For connection No.6) Open request (For connection No.6)
YnE Open request (For connection No.7) Open request (For connection No.7)
YnF Open request (For connection No.8) Open request (For connection No.8)
Y(n+1)0
Y(n+1)1
Y(n+1)2
Y(n+1)4
Y(n+1)5
Y(n+1)6
Y(n+1)7 COM. ERR LED OFF request COM. ERR LED OFF request
Y(n+1)9 Initial request Initial request
Y(n+1)A
Use prohibited
Y(n+1)B
Buffer memory channel
switching is not required.
Delete the sequence
Y(n+1)C Buffer memory channel switching
Use prohibited program of the section
corresponding to the
function.
Y(n+1)D
Y(n+1)E Use prohibited
Y(n+1)F
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(2) QnA series

Signal name
Input signal QJ71E71-100
QJ71E71-B5
AJ71QE71N-B5
QJ71E71-B2
AJ71QE71N-B2
Xn0
Xn2
Xn4
Xn6
Xn8
XnA
XnB reception error detection reception error detection
XnC
XnD reception error detection reception error detection
XnE
XnF reception error detection reception error detection
X(n+1)8 Open error detection Open error detection
X(n+1)9 Initial normal end Initial normal end
X(n+1)A Initial error end Initial error end
X(n+1)B Use prohibited Use prohibited
X(n+1)C COM. ERR LED ON COM. ERR LED ON
X(n+1)D E2PROM read complete No E2PROM
Use prohibited
X(n+1)E E2PROM write complete (Refer to 3.8.)
X(n+1)F Watchdog timer error detection Watchdog timer error detection
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: compatible, : partial change required, : Incompatible
Signal name
Output signal QJ71E71-100
QJ71E71-B5
AJ71QE71N-B5
QJ71E71-B2
AJ71QE71N-B2
Yn0
Yn1
Yn2
Yn3
Yn4
Yn5
Yn6
Yn7
YnA Open request (For connection No.3) Open request (For connection No.3)
YnB Open request (For connection No.4) Open request (For connection No.4)
YnC Open request (For connection No.5) Open request (For connection No.5)
YnD Open request (For connection No.6) Open request (For connection No.6)
YnE Open request (For connection No.7) Open request (For connection No.7)
YnF Open request (For connection No.8) Open request (For connection No.8)
Y(n+1)0 E2PROM read request No E2PROM
Y(n+1)1 E2PROM write request (Refer to 3.8.)
Y(n+1)2
Y(n+1)5
Y(n+1)6
Y(n+1)7 COM. ERR LED OFF request COM. ERR LED OFF request
Y(n+1)9 Initial request Initial request
Y(n+1)A
Y(n+1)B
Y(n+1)C
Use prohibited Use prohibited
Y(n+1)D
Y(n+1)E
Y(n+1)F
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3.6.2 Buffer memory
(1) A series
There is no compatibility in the buffer memory assignments between the A series and the Q series.

AJ71E71N3-T Compat-
AJ71E71N-T Precautions for replacement
HEX DEC ibility
AJ71E71N-B5
AJ71E71N-B2
0 to 1H 0 to 1 Local station IP address
Set in GX Developer network parameters.
2H 2 Special function setting
3H 3 Timer setting time units Not used on the Q series
4 to 5H 4 to 5 System area (Use prohibited)
6H 6 TCP Maximum Segment transmission setting 1EH (31) is used on the Q series.
Destination existence check start interval
7H 7
timer value
Destination existence check interval timer
8H 8
value
9H 9 Destination existence check, No. of retries
AH 10 TCP ULP timeout value
BH 11 TCP zero window timer value
CH 12 TCP retransmit timer value Set in GX Developer network parameters.
DH 13 TCP end timer value
EH 14 IP reassembly timer value
FH 15 Response monitoring timer value
Application setting area
10 to 17H 16 to 23
(Connection No.1 to 8)
Exchange address settings area
18 to 4FH 24 to 79
50H 80 Initial error code 69H(105) is used on the Q series.
51 to 52H 81 to 82 Local station IP address 6A to 6BH (106 to 107) is used on the Q series.
53 to 55H 83 to 85 Local station Ethernet address 6C to 6EH (108 to 110) is used on the Q series.
56 to 58H 86 to 88 System area (Use prohibited)
Information for each connection
59 to A8H 89 to 168 78 to C7H (120 to 199) is used on the Q series.
E5 to 174H (229 to 372) is used on the Q
A9 to B3H 169 to 179 Error log1 to 11
series.
B4 to 16FH 180 to 367 System area (Use prohibited)
178 to 1F1H (376 to 497) is used on the Q
170 to 1A3H 368 to 419 Status information by protocol type
series.
1A4 to 1BFH 420 to 447 System area (Use prohibited)
1C0 to 1C1H 448 to 449 Subnet mask field
1C2 to 1C3H 450 to 451 Default router IP address
1C4H 452 No. of registered routers
1C5 to 1D8H 453 to 472 Setting of router 1 to 5
1D9 to 1EFH 473 to 495 System area (Use prohibited)
1F0H 496 Communication specification during STOP Not used on the Q series
1F1 to 1FFH 497 to 511 System area (Use prohibited)
680 to 267FH (1664 to 9855) is used on the Q
200 to 11FFH 512 to 4607 Fixed buffer No.1 to 8
series.
2680 to 3E7FH (9856 to 15999) is used on the
1200 to 1DFFH 4608 to 7679 Random access buffer
Q series.
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(2) QnA series

AJ71QE71N3-T Compat-
QJ71E71-100 Precautions for replacement
AJ71QE71N-T ibility
HEX DEC QJ71E71-B5
AJ71QE71N-B5
QJ71E71-B2
AJ71QE71N-B2
Local station IP Local station IP
0 to 1H 0 to 1
address address
2 to 3H 2 to 3
(Use prohibited) (Use prohibited)
Special function Special function
4H 4 Set in GX Developer network parameters.
setting setting
5 to AH 5 to 10
B to13H 11 to 19 Monitoring timer Monitoring timer
Automatically open Automatically open
14H 20
UDP port No. UDP port No.
15 to 1DH 21 to 29
TCP Maximum TCP Maximum
1EH 30 Segment Segment
transmission setting transmission setting
Exchange condition
System area
1FH 31 setting area
(Use prohibited)
(Operation setting)
Application setting area Application setting area
20 to 27H 32 to 39 (Connection No.1 to (Connection No.1 to
8) 8)
Exchange address Exchange address
settings area settings area
28 to 5FH 40 to 95
(Connection No.1 to (Connection No.1 to
8) 8)
System area
60 to 66H 96 to 102
(Use prohibited)
Communication
System area
67H 103 specification during
(Use prohibited)
STOP Delete the sequence program.
E2PROM parameter
68H 104
portion specification
69H 105 Initial error code Initial error code
Local station IP Local station IP
6A to 6BH 106 to 107
address address
local station local station Ethernet
6C to 6EH 108 to 110
Ethernet address address
6FH 111 System area
E2PROM register
70H 112
status
System area
parameter use
71H 113 (Use prohibited) Delete the sequence program.
status
2
72H 114 E PROM read result
73H 115 E2PROM write result
Automatically open Automatically open
74H 116
UDP port No. UDP port No.
75H 117
Network No./Station Network No./Station
76H 118
No. No.
77H 119 Group No. Group No.
Information for each Information for each
connection connection
78 to C7H 120 to 199
(Connection No.1 to (Connection No.1 to
8) 8)
LED ON status
C8H 200 LED ON status
(Left side)
Check the LED ON status at C8H (200).
LED ON status Hub connection
C9H 201
(Right side) status area
Operation mode Operation mode
CAH 202
setting switch status setting switch status
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AJ71QE71N3-T Compat-
QJ71E71-100 Precautions for replacement
AJ71QE71N-T ibility
HEX DEC QJ71E71-B5
AJ71QE71N-B5
QJ71E71-B2
AJ71QE71N-B2
Stores the setting state at "Network
Exchange condition GX Developer
CBH 203 parameters" - "Operational settings"
setting switch status setting status
on GX Developer.
CCH 204
RECV instruction RECV instruction
CDH 205
execution request execution request
CEH 206
Data link command Data link command
Stores the execution result of the ZNRD,
CF to DFH 207 to 223 execution result by execution result by
ZNWR instructions.
channel channel
E0 to E2H 224 to 226
No. of errors No. of errors
E3H 227
generated generated
Error log write Error log write
E4H 228
pointer pointer
Error log block 1 to Error log block 1 to
E5 to 174H 229 to 372
16 16
175 to 177H 373 to 375
Some assignments differ.
Status information Status information For details, refer to the Q Corresponding
178 to 1FFH 376 to 511
by protocol type by protocol type Ethernet Interface Module User's Manual
(Basic).
200 to 201H 512 to 513 Subnet mask field Subnet mask
Default router IP Default router IP
202 to 203H 514 to 515
address address
No. of registered No. of registered
204H 516
routers routers
Setting of router 1 to Setting of router 1 to
205 to 224H 517 to 548
8 8
225 to 227H 549 to 551
Number of Number of
228H 552 conversion table conversion table
data data
Conversion Conversion
229 to 3A8H 553 to 936 information information
No.1 to 64 No.1 to 64
MELSECNET/H,
Net mask pattern for
net mask pattern for
3A9 to 3AAH 937 to 938 MELSECNET/10
MELSECNET/10
routing
routing
3AB to 3AFH 939 to 943
The default log-in name and password have
been changed from "AJ71QE71" to
3B0 to 67FH 944 to1663 FTP setting FTP setting
"QJ71E71".
Fixed buffer No.1 to Fixed buffer No.1 to
680 to 267FH 1664 to 9855
8 8
Random access Random access
2680 to 3E7FH 9856 to15999
buffer buffer
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3.7 Reuse of Existing Programs
(1) A series
Compatibility
Sequence program Precautions for
Item Program (Communication
(Ethernet Interface replacement
target device)
module)
[PLC side]
The sequence program is
not compatible as buffer
Communications using memory assignments
fixed buffer differ.
(procedural, nonprocedural) Change to a sequence
program that uses the
dedicated instructions
(BUFSND/BUFRCV).
[PLC side]
The sequence program is
not compatible as buffer
Communications using memory assignments
random access buffer differ.
Check the buffer memory
assignments and change
the sequence program.
[Communication target
device side]
Read/write of PLC CPU
Some of the command and
internal data
device ranges are
restricted. *1
*1 Read/write of PLC CPU internal data

(1) On the Q series, some commands (batch read/writer of microcomputer) are not usable.
For details, refer to the MELSEC communication protocol reference manual.
(2) Devices of the same name that exist on the AnCPU, AnNCPU, AnACPU, and AnUCPU can be read/written within the
device ranges of AnACPU.
• Devices newly added on by Q/QnACPU
• Latch relays (L) and step relays (S)
In the case of Q/QnACPU, the internal relays (M) ,
the latch relays (L) and step relays (S) of other devices can not be specified as target devices to be accessed.
• File registers (R)
(3) The following devices are accessed on special relays (M9000 onwards) and special registers (D9000 onwards):
• SD1000 to SD1255 are accessed by specifying D9000 to D9255.
• SM1000 to SM1255 are accessed by specifying M9000 to M9255.
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(2) QnA series

Compatibility
Sequence program Precautions for
Item Program (Communication
(Ethernet Interface replacement
target device)
module)
Communications using
fixed buffer
(procedural, nonprocedural)
Communications using
random access buffer
device side]
Read/write of PLC CPU
Some of the command and
internal data
device ranges are
restricted. *1
Communications using data
link instructions
device side]
The default log-in name
File transfer and password have been
(FTP server functions) changed from
"AJ71QE71" to
"QJ71E71", so set the
log-in name again.
*1 Read/write of PLC CPU internal data

(1) Commands relating to file operations on QCPU differ from commands for QnACPU.
For details, refer to the MELSEC communication protocol reference manual.
(2) The program for accessing the PLC CPU in the data link system cannot be used.
(The QCPU (Q mode) cannot be connected to MELSECNET (II) and MELSECNET/B.)
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3.8 Other Precaution
(1) Parameter registration to E2PROM

As the Q series Ethernet internet module does not have an E2PROM,
delete the sequence program of the section corresponding to parameter registration to E2PROM.
On the Q series Ethernet interface module, set the GX Developer network parameters
to save parameters to the PLC CPU.
(2) Initial processing/end processing

Initial processing using GX Developer network parameters cannot be used jointly
with initial processing/end processing using the sequence program.
When using GX Developer network parameters, delete processing by the sequence program.
(3) Open processing/close processing

Do not use open processing/close processing using I/O signals
with open/close processing using dedicated instructions (OPEN/CLOSE) in the same connection.
(4) Passiveopen processing

The Q series Ethernet interface module cannot cancel open requests
before an open end after passive open processing is executed.
Perform close processing after an open end.
(5) Communications using fixed buffer

Do not use fixed buffer communication using I/O signals and fixed buffer communication
using dedicated instructions (BUFSND/BUFRCV/BUFRCVS) in the same connection.
(6) About processing time

The data communications processing time differs on the A/QnA series modules and Q series modules.
For this reason, the data communications timing, etc. also differ. If necessary, adjust the timing
by inserting a wait time, for example.
For actual details on processing times, refer to the manual for the respective module.
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3.9 Program Examples
The following shows a program example at transition from the A series to the Q series.
When applying the program example introduced in this section to an actual program,
sufficiently study if there will be any problem in control on the target system.
(1) System configuration

The following shows the system configuration used in the program example in this section.
(a) A series
Ethernet interface module *1 External device
Transmission request
signal (Y0)
A3UCPU For connection No.1 fixed buffer transmission
(b) Q series
Ethernet interface module *1 External device
BUFSND instruction
Q25HCPU For connection No.1 fixed buffer transmission
*1 The Ethernet interface module is mounted on slot 0 of the base module.

The I/O signals of the Ethernet interface module shall be X/Y000 to X/Y01F.
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3.9.1 Initial processing

The following shows a program example for performing initial processing.
(1) A series
The A series performs initial processing by writing parameters for initial processing
by the sequence program to buffer memory and turning the initial request signal (Y19) ON.
(a) Program conditions
The following shows a program example for performing initial processing
when the communication start instruction (X40) is turned ON.
Set the parameters for initial processing as follows. (Otherwise, use default values.)
Buffer memory address

Item Set value
DEC (HEX)
A20009C0H
0 to 1 (0 to 1H) Local station IP address
(162.0.9.192)
(b) Program example
Communication start Initial

instruction command
Initial processing program.

Initial WDT Local station
command error IP address Write the IP address.
detection
Local station
IP address
Initial
request
Read the Initial error code.

Initial WDT Initial error
error error code
detection detection
Clear the Initial error code.
Initial
request
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(2) Q series
The Q series performs initial processing by setting the following items
in the GX Developer network parameters.
• "Network parameters setting the number of MNET/10H Ethernet cards"
• "Operational settings"
• "Initial settings"
There is no need for a sequence program for initial processing/end processing.

Set as follows in the GX Developer network parameters:
• IP address : A20009C0H (162.0.9.192)
• Other than IP address : Use default values.
(b) Network parameter setting example
1) "Network parameters setting the number of MNET/10H Ethernet cards"
2) "Operational settings" 3) "Initial settings"
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3.9.2 Open/close processing

The following shows a program example for performing open processing/close processing.
(1) A series
[Open processing]
The A series performs open processing by writing communication parameters
by the sequence program to buffer memory and turning the open request signal (Y8) ON.
[Close processing]
The A series performs close processing by turning the open request signal (Y8) OFF,
or by the close request (FIN) from an external device.
The following shows a program example for performing open processing (unpassive open)
on connection No.1 when initial normal end (X19) turns ON.
Set the communication parameters as follows. (Otherwise, use default values.)
Buffer memory address

Item Set value
DEC (HEX)
Connection No.1 application setting area
Sets the application of the fixed buffer (b0). 0: Transmission
0: Existence check
Destination existence check setting (b1)
0: No existence check
0: Pairing open
Pairing open setting (b7)
16 (10H) 0: Not pairing open 8000H
Communication method (protocol)
0: TCP/IP
Communication protocol setting (b8)
Communications using fixed buffer procedure
0: Performed
performed/not performed (b9)
Open method setting (b15, b14) 10: Unpassive open
24 (18H) Host port number (For connection No.1) 500H
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(b) Program example
The transmission, TCP, and

Initial WDT Open Send Open Open Close
normal error comple- request request disable command
Unpassive setting data is
complete detection tion -1 -1 -1 accept- written in the connection No.1
signal CON-1 ance -1 usage availability area.
The E71 port No. is set to

Local
station 500H.
port
No. -1
Local
Written to the connection No.1
station exchange address setting
port area.
No. -1
Open
request
-1
Open Open WDT Communi-

comple- request error cation ena-
tion -1 detection ble-1
CON-1
Open
Connection No.1 open error
Open Open Open WDT
error request comple- error error processing.
detection -1 tion detection code -1
CON-1
Open
error
code-1
Open Open
error error
code -1 code -1
Close
command
accept-
ance -1
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(2) Q series
[Open processing]
The Q series uses the dedicated instruction (OPEN) to perform open processing.
The communication parameters are set in the control data of the dedicated instruction (OPEN)
or at "Network parameter" - "Open settings" on GX Developer.
[Close processing]
The Q series performs close processing by either using the dedicated instruction (CLOSE),
or by the close request (FIN) from an external device.
The following shows a program example for performing open processing (unpassive open)
on connection No.1 when initial normal end (X19) turns ON with the initial normal end
signal (M5000) ON.
Set the communication parameters at "Network parameters" - "Open settings" in GX Developer.
(b) Network parameter setting example

1) "Open settings"
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(c) Program example

\
Read the open complete sig-
Always Open Connection 1 nal information from the con-
ON complete Open
signal complete signal nection status information
\
Read the open request signal
Open Connection 1
request Open information from the connec-
signal request signal tion status information area.
Open Open in-

instruction struction
1 PLS
Turn off the close processing

CLOSE flag.
instruction
executed
normally
CLOSE
instruction
executed
failed
Using GX Developer "Open settings"
Specify the execution type

Open in- Initial Connection Connection Execution
struction normal 1 1 type
of when the connection 1 is
1 PLS complete Open Open processed.
signal complete request (Performing with GX Devel-
signal signal oper "open settings")
Open processing for the
Execution OPEN
type instruction connection 1
complete
device
Turn on the normal completion

OPEN
OPEN OPEN
instruction
flag.
instruction instruction failed
complete device executed
device normally
Turn on the failed completion

OPEN OPEN
instruction
flag.
instruction failed
device failed
POINT
When "Operational settings" - "Initial timing" in GX Developer is set to "Always wait for OPEN",
the sequence program for open processing/close processing is not required.
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3.9.3 Communication using fixed buffer

The following shows a program example for performing communication using fixed buffer.
(1) A series
[Transmission processing]
The A series performs data transmission processing to external devices from the fixed buffer
by writing the send data to the fixed buffer area by the sequence program, and turning the send
request signal (Y0) ON.
[Reception processing]
On the A series, the reception completion signal (X0) turns ON when data is received to
the fixed buffer area.
The A series performs data reception processing by reading received data
from the fixed buffer area by the sequence program, and turning the reception completion
confirmation signal (Y0) ON.
The following shows a program example for performing transmission processing by fixed buffer No.1
when the fixed buffer transmission instruction (X43) is turned ON.
(b) Program example
Open Open WDT Communi-

comple- request error cation ena-
tion -1 detection ble-1
CON-1
Fixed Send
BUF send command
command acceptance-1
Send Communi- Transmission Send Send BUF CH0

command cation ena- normal com- error rquest switch
acceptance-1 ble-1 pletion-1 detec- -1 request-1
tion-1
Channel switch for buffer

BUF CH0 BUF CH1 BUF CH1 BUF CH1 BUF CH1 BUF CH BUF CH0 memory completed.
switch switch- switch- switch- switch- switch switch-
ing-1
Writing to the fixed buffer
request-1 ing-5 ing-6 ing-7 ing-8
of connection 1 is possible.
BUF CH0
switch
request-1
BUF CH BUF CH
switch switch
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Send
Set the data length to 3
BUF CH0 Communi-
switch- cation ena- data words.
ing-1 ble-1 length
Set the send data.

Send
data 1
Send
data 2
Send
data 3
Send
Writes the data length
data and send data in the
length fixed buffer No.1 area.
Send
request
-1
BUF CH0
switch-
ing-1
Send Communi- Transmission Send

request cation ena- normal com- request
-1 ble-1 pletion-1 -1
Reads error information

Send Send
error error when a send error occurs.
detec- code-1
tion-1
Send
request
-1
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(2) Q series
[Transmission processing]
The Q series uses the dedicated instruction (BUFSND) to perform data transmission
from the fixed buffer to an external device.
[Reception processing]
On the Q series, the fixed buffer reception status signal (corresponding bit of address 5005H)
in buffer memory turns ON when data is received to the fixed buffer area.
The Q series uses the dedicated instruction (BUFRCV) to perform data reception.
(a) Program condition
The following shows a program example for performing transmission processing
by fixed buffer No.1 when the transmission instruction (M7000) is turned ON.
(b) Program example
Send Initial Connection Send

instruction normal 1 instruction
complete open complete 1PLS
signal signal
Specify the setting data for
transmission processing
Word length to send the

Send Data length
instruction setting (No. of data
1PLS words)
Send data
Send
data
setting
Send
data
setting
Send
data
setting
Data length BUFSND
instruction
by the connection 1.
setting (No. of
words) complete
device
Turn on the normal

BUFSND BUFSND Processing for
instruction instruction failed normal completion completion flag.
complete device
device
Turn on the failed

BUFSND Processing for
instruction failed error completion completion flag.
device
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Memo
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4 EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS
4 4EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS
4.1 External Dimensions for A Series
(1) Computer link module

(AJ71UC24)
4.2(0.17)
(0.2)
5
RUN 2-C/N
2-SD 2-P/S
2-RD 2-PRO
2-SIO
2-NEU 4-C/N L4
L4
2-ACK 4-P/S L5
L5
2-NAK 4-PRO L6
L6
L 1 4-NEU
L1 4-SIO
L 2 4-ACK
L2
L3
L 3 4-NAK CPUR/W
4-SD COM
4-RD M.D.M
M.D.L
B0
B1
B2
MODE
STATION NO.
10
SW11 ON
12
240(9.45)
13
250(9.84)
14
15
16
17
18
21
22
23
24
RS-232-C
RS-422
RS-485
SDA
SG
SDB
FG
RDA
NC
RDB
(0.2)
5
106(4.17) 25 37.5
(0.98) (1.48)
4.2 131(5.16)
(0.17)
(When using connector) (When using terminal block)
Cable diameter 4 10 85
RS-422
RS-485
(3.35)
SG
R1 FG
r1 RDA
NC
RDB
R2
(Unit: mm (inch))
R1 (Bending radius near terminal block) : Cable diameter x 4 (reference value)
R2 (Bending radius near connector) : Cable diameter x 4 (reference value)
r1 (Bending radius near solderless terminal) : Connectable as long as not bended extremely
4-1
(2) Ethernet interface module

(AJ71E71N3-T, AJ71E71N-T, AJ71E71N-B5, AJ71E71N-B2)
RUN BUF1 RUN BUF1 RUN BUF1 RUN BUF1

BUF2 BUF2 BUF2 BUF2
RDY BUF3 RDY BUF3 RDY BUF3 RDY BUF3
BSY BUF4 BSY BUF4 BSY BUF4 BSY BUF4
SW.ERR. BUF5 SW.ERR. BUF5 SW.ERR. BUF5 SW.ERR. BUF5
COM.ERR. BUF6 COM.ERR. BUF6 COM.ERR. BUF6 COM.ERR. BUF6
CPU R/W BUF7 CPU R/W BUF7 CPU R/W BUF7 CPU R/W BUF7
BUF8 BUF8 BUF8 BUF8
TEST TEST TEST TEST

TEST ERR. TEST ERR. TEST ERR. TEST ERR.
MODE MODE MODE

MODE
BCD BCD BCD
BCD 0:ONLINE 0:ONLINE
89A
EF 2
89A
EF 2
0:ONLINE
89A
EF 2
89A
EF 2
0:ONLINE
01
01
1:OFFLINE 1:OFFLINE
01
67
67
01
1:OFFLINE
67
1:OFFLINE
67
345 345
345
2:TEST1
345
2:TEST1 2:TEST1
2:TEST1 3:TEST2 3:TEST2
3:TEST2 3:TEST2 ON OFF ON
ON ON 4:TEST3 4:TEST3
4:TEST3 4:TEST3
SW1 SW1
SW1 SW1 SW2 SW2
SW2 SW2 SW3 SW3
SW3 SW3 SW4 SW4
SW4 SW4 SW5 SW5
SW5 SW5 SW6 SW6
SW6 SW6 SW7 SW7
SW7 SW7
250(9.84)
SW8 SW8
SW8 SW8
10BASE-T
EXT.PW
EXT.PW
(FG)
10BASE-T
10BASE5
4.2 106(4.17) 37.5 37.5 37.5 37.5

(0.17) (1.48) (1.48) (1.48) (1.48)
56(2.20)
R1 R1
R1
14
(0.55)
(Unit: mm(inch))
R1 (Bending radius near connector): Cable diameter x 4 or more (reference value)
4-2
4.2 External Dimensions for QnA Series
(1) Serial communication module

(AJ71QC24N, AJ71QC24N-R2, AJ71QC24N-R4)
4.2(0.17)
(0.2)
5
RUN CH1 ERR. RUN CH1 ERR. RUN CH1 ERR.

CPUR/W CH2 ERR. CPUR/W CH2 ERR. CPUR/W CH2 ERR.
SWERR. SWERR. SWERR.
NEU NEU NEU NEU NEU NEU

ACK ACK ACK ACK ACK ACK
NAK NAK NAK NAK NAK NAK
C/N C/N C/N C/N C/N C/N
C P/S P/S C C P/S P/S C C P/S P/S C
H PRO PRO H H PRO PRO H H PRO PRO H
1 SIO SIO 2 1 SIO SIO 2 1 SIO SIO 2
SO WAIT SO.WAIT SO WAIT SO.WAIT SO WAIT SO.WAIT

SD SD SD SD SD SD
RD RD RD RD RD RD
X10 X1 X10 X1 X10 X1

4 56 4 56 4 56 4 56 4 56 4 56
STATION
23
23
STATION STATION
23
23
23
23
78 9
78 9
78 9
78 9
78 9
78 9
01 NO. 01 01 NO. NO.
01 01 01
CH1 CH2 CH1 CH2 CH1 CH2

6789 6789 6789 6789 6789
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD
2345
ABCD
ABCD
2345
2345
2345
2345
MODE MODE MODE
EF01 EF01 EF01 EF01 EF01
SW SW SW
240(9.45)
250(9.84)
01 01 01
02 02 02
03 03 03
04 04 04
05 05 05
06 06 06
07 07 07
08 08 08
09 09 09
10 10 10
11 11 11
12 12 12
CH1
RS232C
CH1 CH1
RS232 RS422
CH2 CH2
RS422 RS422
RS485 RS485
SDA SDA
SG SG
SDB CH2 SDB

RS232C
FG FG
RDA RDA
FG FG
RDB RDB
(0.2)
5
4.2 106(4.17) 37.5 37.5 37.5

(0.17) (1.48) (1.48) (1.48)
Cable diameter 4 10
R2
CH2
85 RS422
RS485
(Unit: mm (inch))
(3.35) SG
FG

R1 r1 NC

r1 (Bending radius near solderless terminal) : Connectable as long as not bended
extremely
4-3

(AJ71QE71N3-T, AJ71QE71N-T, AJ71QE71N-B5, AJ71QE71N-B2)
RUN BUF1 RUN BUF1 RUN BUF1 RUN BUF1

BUF2 BUF2 BUF2 BUF2
RDY BUF3 RDY BUF3 RDY BUF3 RDY BUF3
BSY BUF4 BSY BUF4 BSY BUF4 BSY BUF4
SW.ERR. BUF5 SW.ERR. BUF5 SW.ERR. BUF5 SW.ERR. BUF5
COM.ERR. BUF6 COM.ERR. BUF6 COM.ERR. BUF6 COM.ERR. BUF6
CPU R/W BUF7 CPU R/W BUF7 CPU R/W BUF7 CPU R/W BUF7
BUF8 BUF8 BUF8 BUF8
TEST TEST TEST TEST

TEST ERR. TEST ERR. TEST ERR. TEST ERR.
MODE MODE MODE

MODE
BCD BCD BCD
BCD 0:ONLINE 0:ONLINE
89A
EF 2
89A
EF 2
0:ONLINE
89A
EF 2
89A
EF 2
0:ONLINE
01
01
1:OFFLINE 1:OFFLINE
01
67
67
01
1:OFFLINE
67
1:OFFLINE
67
345 345
345
2:TEST1
345
2:TEST1 2:TEST1
2:TEST1 3:TEST2 3:TEST2
3:TEST2 3:TEST2 ON OFF ON
ON ON 4:TEST3 4:TEST3
4:TEST3 4:TEST3 5:TEST4 SW1 5:TEST4 SW1
5:TEST4 SW1 5:TEST4 SW1
SW2 SW2
SW2 SW2 SW3 SW3
SW3 SW3 SW4 SW4
SW4 SW4 SW5 SW5
SW5 SW5 SW6 SW6
SW6 SW6 SW7 SW7
SW7 SW7
250(9.84)
SW8 SW8
SW8 SW8
10BASE-T
EXT.PW
EXT.PW
(FG)
10BASE-T
10BASE5
4.2 106(4.17) 37.5 37.5 37.5 37.5

(0.17) (1.48) (1.48) (1.48) (1.48)
56(2.20)
R1 R1
R1
14
(0.55)
(Unit: mm (inch))
R1 (Bending radius near connector): Cable diameter x 4 or more (reference value)
4-4
4.3 External Dimensions for Q Series
(1) Serial communication module

(QJ71C24N, QJ71C24N-R2, QJ71C24N-R4)
RUN ERR. RUN ERR. RUN ERR.

NEU. NEU. NEU. NEU. NEU. NEU.
CH1 SD SD CH2 CH1 SD SD CH2 CH1 SD SD CH2
RD RD RD RD RD RD
CH1
RS-422/485
SDA
CH1
SDB
98(3.86)
RS-232
RDA
CH1
RS-232 RDB
SG
(FG)
CH2
RS-422/485
SDA
SDA
1
SG SDB
SDB
2
RDA
(FG)
3 CH2 RDB
4 RS-232
RDA SG
(FG)
5
6 (FG)
RDB
CH2
7
RS-422
/485
90(3.54) 4.5 27.4(1.08) 27.4(1.08) 27.4(1.08)

(0.18)
Cable diameter 4 10
SDA
1
SG
SDB R3
(FG)
3
RDA
5
R1
(FG)
6
r2
r1 RDB
7
CH2
RS-422
/485
R2
(Unit: mm (inch))

R3 (Bending radius near plug-in connector socket block) : Connectable as long as not bended extremely
r1 (Bending radius near solderless terminal) : Connectable as long as not bended extremely
r2 (Bending radius near cable connection) : Connectable as long as not bended extremely
4-5

(QJ71E71-100, QJ71E71-B5, QJ71E71-B2)
RUN ERR. RUN ERR. RUN ERR.

INIT. COM.ERR. INIT. COM.ERR. INIT. COM.ERR.
OPEN 100M OPEN OPEN
SD RD SD RD SD RD
98(3.86)
10BASE 5
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
12 12V
12G
EXT. POWER
90(3.54) 27.4(1.08) 27.4(1.08) 27.4(1.08)
8.5 (0.33) 29.2(1.15)
23.65(0.43)
R1
R1
11.5
DC power supply (0.45)
for transceiver
(Unit: mm (inch))
R1 (Bending radius near connector): Cable diameter x 4 (reference value)
4-6
APPENDIX
APPENDIX
APPENDIX
Appendix 1 Relevant Manuals
(1) Transition from MELSEC-A/QnA (Large Type) Series to Q Series Handbook

No. Manual name Manual No. Model code
Transition from MELSEC-A/QnA (Large Type) Series to
1 L-08043ENG -
Q Series Handbook (Fundamentals)
2 L-08046ENG -
Q Series Handbook (Intelligent Function Modules)
3 L-08048ENG -
Q Series Handbook (Network Modules)
4 L-08050ENG -
Q Series Handbook (Communications)
(2) A series
1 Computer Link Module Guidebook SH-3510 13JE76
Computer Link Module User’s Manual
2 SH-3511 13JE77
(Com.link func./Print.func.)
3 For A Ethernet Interface Module User’s Manual SH-080192 13JR45
(3) QnA series

1 Computer Link Module Guidebook SH-3510 13JE76
Serial Communications Module User’s Manual
2 IB-66612 13J825
(Modem Function Additional Version)
3 For QnA Ethernet Interface Module User’s Manual SH-080146 13JR33
(4) Q series
Q Corresponding Serial Communication Module User’s
1 SH-080006 13JL86
Manual (Basic)
Q Corresponding Serial Communication Module User’s
2 SH-080007 13JL87
Manual (Application)
Q Corresponding MELSEC Communication Protocol
3 SH-080008 13JF89
Reference Manual
Q Corresponding Ethernet Interface Module User’s Manual
4 SH-080009 13JL88
(Basic)
5 SH-080010 13JL89
(Application)
6 SH-080180 13JR40
(Web function)
GX Configurator-SC Version 2 Operating Manual
7 SH-080393E 13JU46
(Protocol FB support function)
App- 1
APPENDIX
Memo
App- 2
WARRANTY
Please confirm the following product warranty details before using this product.
1. Gratis Warranty Term and Gratis Warranty Range

If any faults or defects (hereinafter "Failure") found to be the responsibility of Mitsubishi occurs during use of the product within the
gratis warranty term, the product shall be repaired at no cost via the sales representative or Mitsubishi Service Company.
However, if repairs are required onsite at domestic or overseas location, expenses to send an engineer will be solely at the
customer's discretion. Mitsubishi shall not be held responsible for any re-commissioning, maintenance, or testing on-site that
involves replacement of the failed module.
[Gratis Warranty Term]
The gratis warranty term of the product shall be for one year after the date of purchase or delivery to a designated place.
Note that after manufacture and shipment from Mitsubishi, the maximum distribution period shall be six (6) months, and the
longest gratis warranty term after manufacturing shall be eighteen (18) months. The gratis warranty term of repair parts shall not
exceed the gratis warranty term before repairs.
[Gratis Warranty Range]
(1) The range shall be limited to normal use within the usage state, usage methods and usage environment, etc., which follow
the conditions and precautions, etc., given in the instruction manual, user's manual and caution labels on the product.
(2) Even within the gratis warranty term, repairs shall be charged for in the following cases.
1. Failure occurring from inappropriate storage or handling, carelessness or negligence by the user. Failure caused by the
user's hardware or software design.
2. Failure caused by unapproved modifications, etc., to the product by the user.
3. When the Mitsubishi product is assembled into a user's device, Failure that could have been avoided if functions or
structures, judged as necessary in the legal safety measures the user's device is subject to or as necessary by industry
standards, had been provided.
4. Failure that could have been avoided if consumable parts (battery, backlight, fuse, etc.) designated in the instruction
manual had been correctly serviced or replaced.
5. Failure caused by external irresistible forces such as fires or abnormal voltages, and Failure caused by force majeure
such as earthquakes, lightning, wind and water damage.
6. Failure caused by reasons unpredictable by scientific technology standards at time of shipment from Mitsubishi.
7. Any other failure found not to be the responsibility of Mitsubishi or that admitted not to be so by the user.
2. Onerous repair term after discontinuation of production

(1) Mitsubishi shall accept onerous product repairs for seven (7) years after production of the product is discontinued.
Discontinuation of production shall be notified with Mitsubishi Technical Bulletins, etc.
(2) Product supply (including repair parts) is not available after production is discontinued.
3. Overseas service
Overseas, repairs shall be accepted by Mitsubishi's local overseas FA Center. Note that the repair conditions at each FA Center
may differ.
4. Exclusion of loss in opportunity and secondary loss from warranty liability

Regardless of the gratis warranty term, Mitsubishi shall not be liable for compensation of damages caused by any cause found not
to be the responsibility of Mitsubishi, loss in opportunity, lost profits incurred to the user by Failures of Mitsubishi products, special
damages and secondary damages whether foreseeable or not , compensation for accidents, and compensation for damages to
products other than Mitsubishi products, replacement by the user, maintenance of on-site equipment, start-up test run and other
tasks.
5. Changes in product specifications

The specifications given in the catalogs, manuals or technical documents are subject to change without prior notice.
6. Product application
(1) In using the Mitsubishi MELSEC programmable logic controller, the usage conditions shall be that the application will not lead
to a major accident even if any problem or fault should occur in the programmable logic controller device, and that backup and
fail-safe functions are systematically provided outside of the device for any problem or fault.
(2) The Mitsubishi programmable logic controller has been designed and manufactured for applications in general industries, etc.
Thus, applications in which the public could be affected such as in nuclear power plants and other power plants operated by
respective power companies, and applications in which a special quality assurance system is required, such as for Railway
companies or Public service purposes shall be excluded from the programmable logic controller applications.
In addition, applications in which human life or property that could be greatly affected, such as in aircraft, medical applications,
incineration and fuel devices, manned transportation, equipment for recreation and amusement, and safety devices, shall also
be excluded from the programmable logic controller range of applications.
However, in certain cases, some applications may be possible, providing the user consults their local Mitsubishi representative
outlining the special requirements of the project, and providing that all parties concerned agree to the special circumstances,
solely at the users discretion.
Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other
countries.
Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox. Co., Ltd in the United States.
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Mitsubishi Programmable Logic Controller

Transition from MELSEC-A/QnA

Transition from MELSEC-A/QnA(Large Type)Series to Q Series Handbook (Communications)

HEAD OFFICE : 1-8-12, OFFICE TOWER Z 14F HARUMI CHUO-KU 104-6212,JAPAN

Specifications subject to change without notice.

DANGER Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions,

Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions,

Q series module A series module

(a) The power supply module has over current

z Do not directly touch the module's conductive parts or electronic components.

z Tighten the terminal screws with the specified torque.

z Correctly connect the battery.

z Do not disassemble or modify the modules.

z Do not drop or give an impact to the battery mounted to the module.

Japanese Handbook Version L-08049-B

2005 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1-1 ~1-2

CHAPTER 2 SERIAL COMMUNICATION MODULE REPLACEMENT 2 - 1 ~ 2 - 28

CHAPTER 3 ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULE REPLACEMENT 3 - 1 ~ 3 - 34

APPENDIX App - 1 ~ App - 2

(b) QnA series serial communication module

AJ71E71N-B5 Communications on 10BASE5 QJ71E71-B5

Communications on 10BASE2 QJ71E71-B2

(b) QnA series Ethernet interface module

AJ71QE71N-B5 Communications on 10BASE5 QJ71E71-B5

Communications on 10BASE2 QJ71E71-B2

2 SERIAL COMMUNICATION MODULE

2.1 List of Serial Communication Modules to be Replaced

(1) Transition of the A series to Q series

(2) Transition of the QnA series to Q series

2.2 Performance Specifications Comparison

2.2.1 Module performance comparison

DTR/DSR (ER/DR) control arailable N/A

DC1/DC3 (Xon/Xoff) control arailable arailable

Line config- RS-232 1:1

:Compatible, :Partial change required, :Incompatible

(2) QnA series

RS-232 RS-422 RS-422/485 The Q series does not have the

:Compatible, :Partial change required, :Incompatible

2.2.2 Cable specifications comparison

Cable type Shielded cable

Conductor resistance (20 ) 88.0 /km or less

Dielectric withstand voltage 500 VDC for 1 minute

RS-422/ Electrostatic capacitance (1kHz) Average 60nF/km or less

(2) QnA series

Cable type Shielded cable

Conductor resistance (20 ) 88.0 /km or less

Dielectric withstand voltage 500 VDC for 1 minute

Cable length Max.1200m (overall distance)

2.3 Function Comparison

(2) QnA series

2.4 Switch Setting Comparison

Switch name QJ71C24N Compat- Precautions for Reference

The station number of the module for

(2) QnA series

Switch name QJ71C24N AJ71QC24N Compat- Precautions for Reference

2.5 Program Comparison

2.5.1 I/O signal

(2) QnA series

:Compatible, :Partial change required, :Incompatible

2.5.2 Buffer memory

*1 Make the initial setting on the utility package (GX Configurator-SC).